Ricky Saints and Trick Williams signed an NXT Championship match contract for Halloween Havoc.

On October 21, 2025, WWE NXT aired a go-home show for Halloween Havoc, featuring Ricky Saints and Trick Williams officially signing their contract for an NXT Championship match at the upcoming pay-per-view. Sol Ruca, injured on SmackDown, is unable to defend her North American title at the event, prompting Zaria to step in against Blake Monroe. Leon Slater retained the TNA X-Division Championship by defeating Channing “Stacks” Lorenzo in a high-flying match, while the WWE Speed Tournament began with Jasper Troy and Axiom advancing. Tatum Paxley was named the #1 contender to the NXT Women’s Championship, setting up a clash with Jacy Jayne. The episode also included tag team bouts, international talent from AAA, and escalating tensions between factions, all building toward Halloween Havoc.