History of NXT TakeOver 36 in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 27, 2024

"NXT TakeOver 36" marked the culmination of WWE's NXT TakeOver series, featuring professional wrestling matches from the NXT brand division. Held on August 22, 2021, at the Capitol Wrestling Center in Orlando, Florida, this event served as the 36th and final chapter in the NXT TakeOver lineage.

May 2014: The Beginning of NXT TakeOver

The NXT TakeOver series was launched in May 2014, introducing a new era of live events for WWE's NXT brand.

2017: Start of NXT TakeOver WarGames

In 2017, NXT held the first WarGames event under the TakeOver series.

February 2020: Raquel González's Debut

Raquel González made her impactful NXT debut in February 2020, joining forces with Dakota Kai.

February 2020: Samoa Joe's Last Match Before Hiatus

Samoa Joe's last match before a hiatus from in-ring competition took place in February 2020, marking a significant point in his career.

October 2020: NXT TakeOver Events on Traditional PPV

In October 2020, NXT TakeOver events expanded their reach by becoming available on traditional pay-per-view (PPV), offering fans more ways to access these events.

October 29, 2020: Walter vs. Ilja Dragunov I

Walter successfully defended his NXT United Kingdom Championship against Ilja Dragunov on October 29, 2020.

December 2020: Raquel González's Rise

Raquel González continued to gain momentum in December 2020, scoring a victory over Io Shirai during the WarGames match.

2020: Last NXT TakeOver WarGames

2020 marked the last time the WarGames event was held as part of the NXT TakeOver series.

March 2021: NXT TakeOver Events on Peacock

March 2021 marked another milestone for NXT TakeOver events as they became available on Peacock, expanding their viewership to a wider audience.

April 2021: Samoa Joe's Release and Return

Samoa Joe's WWE journey took a turn in April 2021 when he was released from his contract. However, he made a surprising return to NXT in June of the same year.

June 24, 2021: Ilja Dragunov Earns Another Title Shot

Ilja Dragunov earned another shot at the NXT United Kingdom Championship by winning a triple threat match against Rampage Brown and Joe Coffey on June 24, 2021.

July 20, 2021: NXT TakeOver 36 Announcement

NXT TakeOver 36 was officially announced on July 20, 2021, creating anticipation among wrestling fans.

August 22, 2021: NXT TakeOver 36

NXT TakeOver 36, the 36th and final event in the NXT TakeOver series, took place on August 22, 2021. This event marked the end of an era for NXT.

November 9, 2021: End of NXT TakeOver Series

On November 9, 2021, WWE announced NXT WarGames for December 5, confirming that it would not be a TakeOver event, thus officially ending the NXT TakeOver series.

2021: NXT's Restructuring and End of the Capitol Wrestling Center

In 2021, NXT underwent a significant restructuring, transforming into NXT 2.0. This change marked the end of the Capitol Wrestling Center name for the Performance Center arena, where NXT events were held.

January 5, 2022: Timothy Thatcher's WWE Departure

Timothy Thatcher's time with WWE concluded on January 5, 2022, when he was released from his contract.

January 6, 2022: Samoa Joe's Release from WWE

Samoa Joe's time with WWE came to an end on January 6, 2022, when he was released from his contract.

March 2022: Samoa Joe Reveals Reason for Title Relinquishment

In March 2022, Samoa Joe shed light on the reason behind his NXT Championship relinquishment, stating that it was due to a positive COVID-19 test and Vince McMahon's vision for NXT 2.0.