Triple H Congratulates Pete Dunne (Photo), JR’s Takeover Entrance, WWE NXT Matches Taped

– As noted, last night’s WWE NXT “Takeover: Chicago” event saw Pete Dunne defeat Tyler Bate to become the second-ever WWE UK Champion. That match was called by Nigel McGuinness and WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross. Below is video of JR’s entrance:

It's time for #UKChampionship action at #NXTTakeOver: Chicago, and who better to call it than @WWE Hall of Famer @JRsBBQ?! pic.twitter.com/UJzNScdtpz

— WWE (@WWE) May 21, 2017

– The following matches were taped before Takeover and should air next Wednesday on the WWE Network:

* Patrick Clark as “The Velveteen Dream” vs. Robert Anthony
* Drew McIntyre vs. Wesley Blake
* Aleister Black vs. Curt Hawkins

NXT spoilers from tonight are at this link.

– Speaking of Dunne becoming the new WWE UK Champion, Triple H posted this backstage photo after the match and congratulated The Bruiserweight:

"Go and make a name for yourself kid…"

Congratulations, @PeteDunneYxB. #UKChampionship #NXTTakeOver pic.twitter.com/7HSDUH6oTi

— Triple H (@TripleH) May 21, 2017

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