Halloween Havoc Wonâ€t Feature Cinematic Hardy Match

Fans hoping for another wild cinematic Hardy Compound match at WWE NXT Halloween Havoc are going to be disappointed. Despite a spooky video package that teased the atmosphere of past “Broken Universe†adventures, Matt Hardy made it clear that their match against Dark State will be a standard, in-ring bout.

During the October 23, 2025 episode of Wrestling Observer Radio, Bryan Alvarez initially speculated that the match might lean into the cinematic style the Hardys are known for. But Dave Meltzer immediately shut it down, citing direct confirmation from Matt Hardy himself.

“No, no, no, no. They… no, no, no. Matt Hardy said that itâ€s gonna be a regular match.â€

Meltzer added that Hardy was intentional in making sure fans knew this match would be live in the building and not pre-taped in some eerie North Carolina forest.

“He actually said that. Yeah. He said, ‘I made youâ€â€¦ Theyâ€re gonna be in the building. Because they wanted to make sure that fans knew… They donâ€t have a ton of tickets—itâ€s a small building. Theyâ€ll probably pack it. But they wanted to make sure everyone knew that the Hardys were going to be wrestling there.â€

The Hardys are set to face the dark and unhinged team of Dark State, a rising faction in NXT known for their chaotic brawling and unorthodox presentation. While a cinematic match may have suited the tone, this decision to keep things live makes it clear that WWE wants the spectacle in front of the fans—and to capitalize on the nostalgia of seeing Jeff and Matt perform live.

This wonâ€t be a trip through the Lake of Reincarnation, but it could still be a throwback to the Hardys†hard-hitting roots.

Would you have preferred a cinematic match, or are the Hardys better off wrestling live in front of the NXT crowd? Please share your thoughts and feedback in the comment section below.

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