Andre Chase Breaks Silence After Chase U Ends in WWE NXT

11/20/2024

4:13 AM — Last updated at: 2 hours

Andre Chase fell short against Ridge Holland on WWE NXT, marking the end of Chase U. The bout carried high stakes, with the winner earning a shot at Trick Williams’ NXT Title at Deadline, while Chase’s loss meant disbanding his beloved faction.

Despite support from Duke Hudson, Riley Osborne, and Thea Hail, Chase could not overcome Holland. The bout saw chaos unfold when Osborne’s attempted interference backfired, accidentally taking out Hail in the process. Holland capitalized on the situation to secure the victory.

Following the emotional defeat, Chase shared a heartfelt message on social media: “And I guess that’s the TEACHABLE MOMENT… You guys never needed me. I was the one who always needed y’all. Thank you for everything. I wouldn’t be here without you. 🙌🏼”

And I guess that’s the TEACHABLE MOMENT…

You guys never needed me. I was the one who always needed y’all.

Thank you for everything. I wouldn’t be here without you. 🙌🏼@theahail_wwe @sixftfiiiiive @Turbo_JoshTerry #WWENXT pic.twitter.com/BIgPBByLlE
— Andre Chase | twitch.tv/ChaseUniversity (@AndreChaseWWE) November 20, 2024

The loss left Chase staring at his now-former students as the reality of Chase U’s disbandment set in. Hail remained unconscious at ringside, symbolizing the devastating impact of the faction’s end.

Ridge Holland earns NXT Championship opportunity at Deadline

Ridge Holland’s victory over Andre Chase secured more than just the end of Chase U. The triumph earned him a championship bout against Trick Williams at NXT Deadline.

Holland’s path to this opportunity intertwines with Chase’s history, as the two previously held the NXT Tag Team Titles together. Their partnership ended when Holland turned against Chase, leading to their recent confrontation.

Chase U’s legacy in NXT spans back to September 2021, featuring notable members like Bodhi Hayward, Thea Hail, Duke Hudson, and Riley Osborne. The faction achieved success during its run, with Chase and Hudson capturing the NXT Tag Team Championship.