WWE NXT 8: April 13, 2010

After refusing to blindly accept the teachings of CM Punk on SmackDown, Darren Young is given a chance to earn the forgiveness of his WWE Pro if he can defeat Luke Gallows in the main event.
==Event recap==
===Darren Young vs. Luke Gallows===
In one of the biggest matches of his NXT Rookie career, Darren Young defeated Luke Gallows, not only proving his worth to his WWE Pro, CM Punk, but also saving his hair.
Earlier, Young apologized to Punk for his actions on SmackDown, and pleaded with him not to cut his hair. While Punk told Young he thought he showed guts, Straight Edge Society disciple Gallows took offense. Punk ordered his NXT Rookie to face the menacing Gallows with his hair on the line. When it mattered most, Young delivered, impressing Punk and the WWE Universe by pinning Gallows. Afterward, Punk raised Young's hand in victory as a stunned Gallows looked on.
The South Beach party boy proved he could defeat a WWE Superstar on his own, without compromising his own wild personality and style. With the victory, Young's record improved to 5-2. With the next Pros’ Poll just four weeks away, the NXT Rookies continued their mission to impress the WWE Pros and WWE Universe in the hopes of becoming WWE's breakout star. Several NXT Rookies shined during week eight of competition, and one even kept his hair.
==Match results==
* Singles match: Darren Young defeated Luke Gallows (w/ CM Punk & Serena) (2:02)
==Staff and on-screen personnel==
* Savannah (Ring announcer)
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