Nikkita Lyons Pulled From NXT Women’s Breakout Tournament Due To Injury

Published: May 25, 2022 by Connel Rumsey | Last Updated: May 26, 2022 by Connel Rumsey

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One of the favorites for the NXT Women’s Breakout Tournament has been pulled from the tournament due to suffering an injury.

On tonight’s show, Nikkita Lyons was scheduled to face off against Fallon Henley in a semi-final match, but McKenzie Mitchell announced that she had to withdraw from the tournament due to an injury.

Tiffany Stratton stepped into the tournament in Lyons’ place, and will face Fallon Henley in the match instead, while Roxanne Perez faces Lash Legend.

Stratton defeated Henley and Perex beat Legend, meaning the final of the tournament will be Stratton vs Perez.

You can follow along with our live coverage of tonight’s show here.

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