During the NXT TV tapings on Thursday night, WWE announced the return of the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic. William Regal announced at the taping that the tournament will return, with the finals being held at NXT Takeover Toronto.
The first year of the tournament was held last year and culminated at NXT Takeover: Respect, with Finn Balor and Samoa Joe defeating Baron Corbin and Rhyno in the finals.
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