As noted earlier, NXT Champion Finn Balor and Samoa Joe defeated Lucha Dragons in a tag match that took place prior to Tuesday night’s SmackDown tapings from Providence, Rhode Island.

This was a first round match for the upcoming NXT Dusty Rhodes Classic tag team tournament and will air on an episode of NXT TV.

Balor and Joe reportedly received a massive ovation for their surprise appearances and the match itself was said to be an exciting one.

* Photos: Samoa Joe & Finn Balor Teaming Together