Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for September 18, 2026

General Manager Nick Aldis is in the ring to start tonight's show. He says that sometimes, he has to deal with people who rub him the wrong way in his job, and he has to dig deep, wear a smile and stay professional. With that in mind, Aldis introduces Sami Zayn to the ring. Sami thinks that Aldis finds it funny that the crowd boos him and that it must eat Aldis up to declare him the Undisputed WWE Champion, then says it feels good coming out of his own mouth and says that he meant it when justice for him was justice for all. He then says that he fights even for the people who boo him, saying that it is also for them, then says that justice has been served and that the Undisputed WWE Championship is what it looks like. Sami Zayn says that justice is not the only core tenet in his belief system and that he also believes in equality, and says that when other Superstars are knocking down his door, he expects Aldis to treat them like he treated him and make them go through hoops. Johnny Gargano and Candice LeRae show up and head to the ring, and Sami says he would not be celebrating tonight if it were not for him. Gargano says they would not miss it for the world, then brings up their deal, saying that if they helped him last week, then he is first in line. Sami says that Gargano was the one to say something, not him, and that leads to Gargano demanding that Sami uphold the deal. Aldis steps in and says Sami may be the champion, but he does not make the matches. Aldis says he has CM Punk in mind as next in line, but Punk is not here. Suddenly, Kevin Owens shows up. Sami tells Aldis to control the roster as Owens heads to the ring, and Owens says that when it comes to people who deserve title matches, he is in the picture. Candice LeRae insists that Johnny Gargano is next, and Owens hits Gargano with a Stunner. Aldis tells Owens that he cannot reward bed behavior, but Owens reminds Aldis that Sami screwed up multiple SmackDown main events to become champion again. Owens specifically mentions Sami costing him a title shot and making a no-contest out of a #1 contender Triple Threat Match in addition to Sami being "an arrogant jackass," all which Aldis notes as true. Sami grabs Aldis by the suit as he demands that Aldis not throw him under the bus. Aldis demands Sami take his hands off him, then makes Sami defend the Undisputed WWE Championship against Kevin Owens tonight before asking if Sami can make it past seven days. Sami catches up to Aldis afterwards, but as he talks to him, Randy Orton shows up, shines the front of the WWE Championship, and tells Sami to keep it warm for him before he heads to the ring for the next match. When Owens and Orton meet near the ring, they nod at each other.

We see footage of WWE on tour in South America and Mexico.

Trick Williams beats Rey Fenix and Randy Orton in a men's Triple Threat Money in the Bank Qualifier after Orton RKOs Fenix out of the air only for Trick to hit him with a Trick Shot before pinning Fenix to qualify.

Backstage, Johnny Gargano and Candice LeRae are met by Sami Zayn, who says that "they are trying to do it again" and take the Undisputed WWE Championship. He also tells Gargano that what General Manager Nick Aldis said to him is "crap" and says that he will work on a title match between them. Sami then says that if he loses the Undisputed WWE Championship and he is not champion anymore, Gargano may never get another shot at the Undisputed WWE Championship again. Gargano says he gets it, then Sami says they will get together later.

We hear from The MFTs (Tama Tonga, Tonga Loa, Haku). Tama Tonga says that they became tag team champions themselves and that they needed Shinsuke Nakamura, and that Nakamura made a mistake bringing Kiyoki to WWE, saying that whatever happens to him will be on Nakamura. We then hear from Bakusai (Shinsuke Nakamura and Kiyoki). Nakamura tells The MFTs that they are the prey, not the hunters.

Backstage, Tatum Paxley is lighting special candles as Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss focus on tonight's match. Charlotte blows one of the candles out, and Alexa says that she needs to focus on what she needs to do on her own. Alexa leaves, then Charlotte accidentally blows out the candle for bad luck.

Bakusai (Shinsuke Nakamura and Kiyoki) beat The MFTs (Tama Tonga and Tonga Loa) by disqualification after Haku hits Nakamura in the throat with his cane on the outside. After the match, The MFTs double-team and lay out Kiyoki.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Kevin Owens. Owens mentions Corpus Christi being where he had his first official main roster match against John Cena and won, then says the starts have aligned perfectly and that he will beat Sami Zayn to become WWE Champion. Finn Balor shows up and says it is convenient that Owens has a title shot against Sami Zayn, then says that he is coming for whoever wins tonight, even if he has to win Money in the Bank to do it.

Backstage, General Manager Nick Aldis congratulates Chelsea Green when Danhausen shows up with Aldis' phone in his hand, saying that Gunther is mad at Aldis. Aldis chases Danhausen into his office, then Tiffany Stratton tells Chelsea that she will be in the Money in the Bank qualifiers. They both run into Nikki Bella, who tells Chelsea to keep her name out of her mouth and that she is coming for her title without having to qualify for Money in the Bank because she is a legend.

Michael Cole interviews "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes backstage. Cody admits that he could not pull the trigger on Randy Orton and he does not want to give excuses. On the subject of being called "QB1" and how everyone he celebrated with at WrestleMania 40 have stabbed him in the back, Cody says he should have seen it coming and beat them to the punch, saying everyone gets seduced by the biggest title in the game. He says that this is not the end of "QB1" as there is still a team in the form of those calling the action in WWE. On the subject of facing Randy Orton in the ring again, Cody says he is not immune to the discussions about his morality and says that all his success beyond his wildest dreams came down to knowing who he was and being uncompromised. He says that "uncompromised" led to two Royal Rumble wins, two wins against John Cena, and beating Roman Reigns for the first time in four years, and that he is amused to the belief that he needs to change. Cody says he will face Orton again, and when he does, he will not make the same mistake twice.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Jade Cargill, B-Fab and Michin. B-Fab and Michin says they have all mopped the floor with Charlotte Flair, Alexa Bliss, and Tatum Paxley. Cargill then says that B-Fab and Michin are next in line for the women's tag team titles while she is coming for what is hers in the WWE Women's Championship.

Jacy Jayne beats Alexa Bliss and Jade Cargill in a women's Triple Threat Money in the Bank qualifier after Cargill counters Sister Abigail with Jaded only for Jayne to kick Cargill in the head, allowing her to pin Alexa and qualify.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Giulia, who says that Charlotte Flair and Lash Legend are in her way just like she is in theirs. The Irresistible Forces (Nia Jax and Lash Legend) show up, but Giulia says she does not like them and she beats up people she does not like. Lash says she will qualify for Money in the Bank and go on to become champion, but Giulia says they will see how that will go after she kicks Lash's teeth in.

Backstage, Lil Yachty talks with Trick Williams. Trick says he has a plan for Baron Corbin, but right now, he is focused on Money in the Bank. Trick Williams and Lil Yachty catch up with Sami Zayn, who takes offense to being called "Gingerbread Man" and demands respect. Trick hopes Sami is still champion when he wins Money in the Bank so he can beat him for championship gold again.

We hear from Damian Priest, who says the real question is why is took so long to get rid of R-Truth, especially after R-Truth put him through so much. He says that R-Truth should have been the one to change and that R-Truth should have let him move on, then says that R-Truth does not get it yet and that he will make sure he does.

Sami Zayn retains the Undisputed WWE Championship against Kevin Owens following the interference and distractions by Johnny Gargano and Candice LeRae and the sudden appearance of CM Punk, who blasts Owens in the face with the Undisputed WWE Championship. After the match, CM Punk attacks Sami Zayn and hits him with the GTS. As Punk's music plays, Punk then hits the GTS on Owens.

Here are the highlights from tonight's show!

Final iMPACT! - iMPACT! recap for September 17, 2026

Before the next match, The Personal Concierge says the best part of Canada is leaving the country and flying over "the newly-named Lake America" before introducing M by Elegance.

M by Elegance retains the TNA Knockouts Television Championship against Kiera Hogan.

Backstage, Gia Miller interviews Leon Slater. Slater says he feels good because his path to Bound For Glory is set and sending him to "The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth, one of the best of a generation and a person he looked up to. Slater says that it is a shame Nic is the way he is, then says that if "The Hollywood Hunk" Ryan Nemeth wants a fight, he will get one, and he will beat Ryan tonight.

Backstage, Mila Moore takes a phone call - and orders - from Mustafa Ali, then John Skyler checks up on Mila after her brawl with Tasha Steelz. Before Skyler can ask Mila out, Mila has to take another phone call.

Rich Swann beats LJ Cleary in an TNA X-Divison Championship Scramble Match qualifier.

Backstage, Elijah tells Ricky Sosa not to let anyone tell him that he does not belong, then says that they are going to send a message tonight. (The audio for this backstage promo plays inexplicably during the previous match.)

We hear from Frankie Kazarian. He says he did not want tonight's match, but Moose called his bluff and he did not expect Moose to accept the stipulation. He says that Moose has had a stellar career in TNA and has put it on his back and taken it to the next level. Kazarian says he wants to surround himself with people like Moose and says that he will miss Moose, then says Moose kept pushing it even after taking the loss in Chicago and is now paying for it. Kazarian says he must focus on the future of TNA, then thanks Moose for what he has done for TNA.

Ricky Sosa and Elijah beat The System (Eddie Edwards and Cedric Alexander) after Elijah takes out Brian Myers and Bear Bronson from the top rope. After the match, Eddie Edwards hits Ricky Sosa from behind with a chair before hitting him with a package piledriver. Eddie then tells Sosa that he has been wrestling longer than Sosa has been on this earth and in his time, many guys like Sosa came and went. He says that since words no longer work with him, it is time for action. Eddie then challenges Sosa to a match at Bound For Glory to see if he truly belongs in TNA.

We hear from The Righteous (Vincent and Dutch). Vincent says BDE is losing his mind after his actions from last week, and Dutch says they put him through pain to make him into something greater, but BDE chose comfort - and Rich Swann - over growth. Vincent then says that if BDE wants to do things his own way, then they will let him grow the garden that he thinks will keep him safe.

As per the TNA Injury Report: Xia Brookside has multiple contusions after her match with Gabby Forza, and that she will be out for some time to recover. Leon Slater is still recovering from last week's backstage assault, but he has been medically cleared for tonight's match. Moose and Frankie Kazarian have been cleared for tonight's main event, although Moose continues to have neck issues.

"The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth guests on commentary for the next match.

Leon Slater beats "The Hollywood Hunk" Ryan Nemeth. After the match, Slater is attacked from behind by "The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth. Ryan holds Slater down, then throws him towards Nic, who hits Slater with the TNA World Championship.

Backstage, John Skyler - who is holding a pair of red roses as he practices asking Mila Moore out - eavesdrops on a phone call from Mila Moore, who says that she would never date anyone who looks like Skyler. A dejected Skyler drops the roses and walks away.

We hear from Moose, who says that he has thought about his TNA accomplishments and how people have stated that he may have a mistake putting his career on the line, then says a man is at his best when his back is against the wall. He says that compared to Lockdown, Kazarian will get his very best and find out why he is called "the face of the franchise."

Zoey Serrano beats Harley Hudson. Before the match, TNA's head of security has to step between Serrano and anyone that Serrano decides to mess with on the way to the ring. (The Z360 is now known as "Hell and Back.") After the match, Daria Rae shows up and congratulates Zoey Serrano, then says that Harley Hudson has not learned her lesson. Daria directs Serrano to finish her, but Indi Hartwell runs into the ring to make the save. Serrano retreats as Indi calls Daria Rae out for trying to get rid of her and Harley, and Daria tells Indi that she is on borrowed time.

Moose beats Frankie Kazarian in a match with Moose's career on the line. (Had Moose lost this match, his career in TNA would have ended.) After the match, Moose throws a chair in the ring, then grabs Kazarian's crown and takes it to the ring. Moose then takes the chair and smashes the crown with it, much to Kazarian's disappointment.

The show ends with the revelation that Matt Hardy has been laid out backstage. Two people in black pants who are only seen from leg height stand over Matt before walking past him.

Those Dynamite Kids - Dynamite recap for September 16, 2026

Backstage, Renee Paquette interviews Adam Copeland, Darby Allin and Steven Borden. As Copeland is ready to team with Darby and Borden, Christian Cage and eulogizes the end of Sting's in-ring career, but Darby reminds Christian it is not over between them. Christian notes their history. We then hear from FTR (Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler), Stokely Hathaway and The Don Callis Family (Don Callis, "The Protostar" Kyle Fletcher, "The Jet" Kevin Knight). Stokely says that FTR will become the tag team champions at All Out, and Don Callis says that Knight and Fletcher should be in contention for the titles after last week.

Stokely Hathaway guests on commentary for the next match.

Adam Copeland, Christian Cage, Darby Allin and Steven Borden beat FTR (Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler) and The Don Callis Family ("The Protostar" Kyle Fletcher and "The Jet" Kevin Knight) in an eight-man tag match.

Backstage, we hear from The Death Riders (Jon Moxley, PAC, Gabe Kidd). Moxley says Will Ospreay has targeted him and that he feels "some type of way" about it. He says it is incredible what Ospreay has overcome in the past year and that nobody understands like him what he has gone through, as he is hard on himself and others. He says that a championship around anyone's waist does not make them the best, and while All In will inspire future generations, it was all about what Ospreay was becoming. Moxley says he never wanted Ospreay to follow him, but to lead, and that this is where everything between them has headed. He says that by now, Ospreay knows that when he looks across the ring at him at All Out, everything that happens to him will be his responsibility. Gabe Kidd says they should not wait until All Out to break him or cut him into pieces, and PAC says there is a clear line between them and United Empire (Andrade el Idolo and Francesco Akira) and that they will not let Ospreay off the hook.

We see a video package chronicling the feud between The Brawling Birds (Jamie Hayter and Alex Windsor) and The Divine Dominion (Megan Bayne and Lena Kross).

Chris Jericho beats "The Prodigy" Nick Wayne after pulling the necklace off of Nick Wayne's neck. It is announced during the match that next week's show will be a three-hour special. After the match, Nick Wayne is upset to the point that he does not even want to shake Jericho's hand. When Jericho leaves the ring, Nick Wayne kicks the middle rope into Jericho's groin before wrapping the necklace around his right hand for a few punches. Nick Wayne then grabs a chair and smacks Jericho in the back with it before leaving the ring.

It is announced that Mercedes Moné is not cleared to compete at All Out, but she will be cleared to wrestle at WrestleDream and face either "The Toxic Spider" Thekla or Willow Nightingale. We then see a video package for Willow Nightingale vs. Thekla at All Out, with the winner facing Mercedes Moné for the AEW World Women's Championship at WrestleDream.

Backstage, Renee Paquette interviews Will Ospreay, Francesco Akira and Andrade el Idolo. Ospreay says they will take the fight to The Death Riders (Jon Moxley, PAC, Gabe Kidd), then addresses the awkwardness of him being AEW World Champion and Andrade el Idolo having a contract for a championship match with him. After Andrade says that they are on the same team tonight, Francesco Akira says something in Italian, then Ospreay tells Akira to say something in English. Akira immediately says "Let's kick the shit out of The Death Riders!"

"Hangman" Adam Page and Brodido (Brody King and Bandido) beat The Conglomeration (Orange Cassidy, Kyle O'Reilly, Roderick Strong) in a trios match to earn a shot at the AEW World Trios Championships at All Out.

We look back on last week's Collision, which was a memorial show for "The Butcher" Andy Williams.

Tommaso Ciampa quickly beats Myles Hawkins with a running knee as Hawkins hands his vest off to the side, then immediately heads to the back.

Tony Schiavone introduces Swerve Strickland, Prince Nana and The New Level (Kofi and "Awesome" Austin Creed) to the ring. All of a sudden, Swerve and The New Level are attacked by The Demand (Ricochet, Bishop Kaun, Toa Liona). Kofi tries to fight back by getting on top of Toa Liona, but he is easily overpowered, and Bishop Kaun hits him with a Pedigree. Swerve gets in the ring just before Ricochet does, and while Swerve fends off The Demand, the numbers game proves to be too much. The Demand then pose with the World Trios Championships in front of a downed Swerve and New Level.

We hear from "Jungle" Jack Perry backstage. Perry says he is on a mission to face the former World Champions of AEW, and while he has lost against two and has had his ass kicked all over the place, he is enjoying it, learning something, and feeling something. He feels that he is inching closer to his victory and the impossible dream within defeat. Perry says that he wanted to face the best to become the best, and now he is going to call his shot. He then calls out Samoa Joe, saying Joe is both feared and loved, but not by him. Perry says Joe has been gone long enough and that it is time for Joe to teach him something. He says that he knows the legend, and he tells Joe to come back and make his day. We then see "Joe is gonna kill you" on the wall in red spray paint.

Lena Kross beats Jamie Hayter after Megan Bayne distracts referee Aubrey Edwards with one of the AEW Women's World Tag Team titles so that Lena Kross can hit Jamie Hayter in the midsection with a pipe followed by the Jackhammer for the win. After the match, Bayne and Kross retreat after Alex Windsor rushes to the ring with a wooden table leg.

We see a video package for Andrade el Idolo. Andrade talks about how he was born with professional wrestling in his blood and how his grandfather, father and six uncles gave their blood for business. He says that it is not just his destiny, but the result of four generations of his family being in a wrestling ring.

Backstage, Renee Paquette interviews "The Rainmaker" Kazuchika Okada. Okada says he has given this a lot of thought, and says that Tommaso Ciampa is a bitch when it comes to giving Ciampa a shot at the International Championship. This leads to Ciampa immediately attacking Okada before saying he wants "The Psycho Killer versus The Rainmaker" and calling Okada a bitch.

Backstage, Renee Paquette interviews The Brawling Birds (Jamie Hayter and Alex Windsor). They make it clear to The Divine Dominion (Megan Bayne and Lena Kross) that anything not nailed down will be used against them next week.

The Death Riders (Jon Moxley, PAC, Gabe Kidd) beat United Empire (Will Ospreay, Francesco Akira, Andrade el Idolo) in a trios match by submission with a Death Rider followed by the bulldog choke from Moxley to Akira. After the match, Moxley keeps the hold on, then chases the referee out of the ring only to lock it in again. He lets go, then locks it in a third time. Andrade el Idolo fends the Death Riders off, but he is soon attacked from behind by Clark Connors and David Finlay. Moxley then hands a metal folding chair off to Gabe Kidd, who wraps the chair around Akira's head. Ospreay gets in the ring and hits multiple Hidden Blades to make the save for Akira.

Generation NXT - NXT recap for September 15, 2026

Kali Armstrong beats Lizzy Rain. After the match, Kali Armstrong is attacked from out of nowhere by Skylar Raye, who has not been seen in months.

Backstage, Sean Legacy and Dorian Van Dux are met by Birthright (Lexis King, Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo, Charlie Dempsey, Uriah Connors, Arianna Grace), who state that they will put down anyone who gets in their way of the top position in NXT and the NXT tag titles. Legacy and Van Dux take exception to this before heading to the ring for their match.

In backstage footage from earlier today, Cruz Montana talks about his match at Heatwave with General Manager Robert Stone when EK Prosper shows up and apologizes to Montana. After that, The Vanity Project (Brad Baylor, Ricky Smokes, Jackson Drake, Myka Lockwood) show up, and this leads to Cruz Montana taking exception to the interruption and challenging The Vanity Project to a match against him and EK Prosper.

DarkState (Cutler James and Osiris Griffin) beat Sean Legacy and Dorian Van Dux after Dion Lennox attacks Dorian Van Dux on the outside. Afterwards, Birthright (Lexis King, Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo, Charlie Dempsey, Uriah Connors, Arianna Grace) suddenly storms the ring and states that they will put people in the ground until they get the attention and the championship gold that they deserve, starting with Sean Legacy and Dorian Van Dux, who they soon attack. All of a sudden, Zilla Fatu shows up and overpowers Birthright, and Sean Legacy and Dorian Van Dux soon help out with clearing the ring before Zilla hits Charlie Dempsey with the Triple Z.

In tonight's NXT Focus, Mason Rook talks about his big win last week and how he is one step closer to an NXT championship. He also talks about how he bounced back from injury by finishing a tour with Pro Wrestling NOAH and heading to North America for his NXT tryout.

Backstage, General Manager Robert Stone meets with Skylar Raye when Myles Borne shows up. Stone tells Borne that he has all the time he needs for his public apology to Tavion Heights.

Backstage, Zaria is medically cleared by the trainer but is told to take it easy for a few weeks. Izzi Dame shows up and wonders who Thea Hail injured Zaria, then asks if people are born wicked or if wickedness is thrust upon them.

Myles Borne is in the ring. Borne asks Tavion Heights to come to the ring so he can personally apologize to him, man-to-man. Tavion Heights show up and heads to the ring. Borne thanks Tavion for coming to the ring, and Tavion says they have been through a lot and that brothers fight. He then says that Borne crossed the line at Heatwave, and Borne says that he jumped the gun and that he was paranoid. He says that they both had no idea how it would be if they lost their titles, and says sorry. Tavion says he appreciates the apology, but that his back is still sore from where he still stabbed him after he lost his first title in NXT. He says that this is not something that one can just forget, and that maybe that time has passed. Myles Borne brings up Tavion Heights challenging him for the North American Championship and feeling like a bad brother, and how he was able to forgive Tavion together. Borne says that they are unstoppable together and that nobody can take away the memories they have had. He says that he is not proud of what he has done and that Tavion can relate, then asks Tavion do for him what he did for Tavion and to forgive him so they can start fresh again. Tavion acknowledges that he had a part to play in all of this, and Borne says that they need to balance that success without it overshadowing their friendship. Borne says he cannot take back what he did, but he loves Tavion like a brother. Tavion forgives Borne, saying that they are "dogs for life," then Borne hits Tavion with Borne Again and fails to stop there, tossing Tavion through an outside barricade and pulling a metal folding chair out of the ring. Borne then wraps the chair around Tavion's left ankle and stomps the chair, breaking Tavion's ankle. Referees check on Tavion before Borne leaves the ring.

Kendal Grey and Wren Sinclair meet with a doctor. The doctor says that Kendal has suffered trauma which has affected her vertigo, and that she does not have a concussion. The doctor tells Kendal that she cannot clear her and that she is recommending a sports psychologist for Kendal's mental health.

The Vanity Project (Brad Baylor and Ricky Smokes) beat EK Prosper and Cruz Montana after Ricky Smokes pins EK Prosper with a backslide pin and Brad Baylor holds Prosper's feet to keep Prosper from kicking out after Jackson Drake and Myka Lockwood get ejected from ringside for getting involved in the match.

Backstage, Emily Agard interviews Saquon Shugars, who plans on laying out Tony D'Angelo and Mason Rook for a shot at the NXT Championship when Tristan Angels shows up and mocks Shugars' appearance while stating that he is championship material and Shugars is a class below. Shugars tells Tristan to stop "hating outside of the club" and to watch him win the NXT Championship.

Kelani Jordan heads to the ring. She says she should have known from when she won the NXT Women's Championship on the first shot that she would be setting a new standard as champion. Kelani says she is not like other champions because she puts her money where he mouth is and succeeds every single time, but every time she wins, another woman want to make it about herself. She says that while Wren Sinclair got suspended, she debuted on Raw in Mexico City, Mexico, then says that nobody is coming for her title because they are all too intimidated to step up. As Kelani says that she is setting a new standard and that nobody is doing it like her, the new AAA Reina de Reinas Champion, La Catalina, suddenly shows up and heads to the ring.La Catalina says that Kelani Jordan is not the only one setting records in WWE and that she will be the one taking women's wrestling in Mexico to the next level. Suddenly, Zaria shows up. Zaria says they can both talk about standards all they want, but when it comes to dominant champions, her name had better be in the conversation, as neither Kelani or La Catalina are unifying titles. As Zaria says that Thea Hail's win against her was a fluke, Thea Hail shows up and says it is time somebody talked about her, saying that she can hang with anyone in the ring and the fans know it. She says she may be the youngest in the ring, but she is finding her footing and she is championship material, as she tapped out the Women's North American Champion and she has to do it one more time to win the title again. This leads to a two-on-two brawl, and Thea Hail and La Catalina get the better of Kelani Jordan and Zaria.

We hear from Tony D'Angelo, who says that people do not change and that people carry their past with them. He says he is glad to face Mason Rook and Saquon Shugars on the way back to the NXT Championship, as Saquon helped take what he once had and Mason Rook tried to earn his stripes on his first day by taking him out. D'Angelo says that people do not change, but neither does he, and he is the once and future NXT Champion.

We hear from Shiloh Hill, who addresses the threats by Naraku by continuing to research the different mists and their acidity levels. He tests a weakened yellow mist on himself, then starts seeing talking raccoons.

Backstage, Emily Agard interviews General Manager Robert Stone, who announces that he is bringing back the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic with fourteen teams from all over WWE. The Creed Brothers (Julius and Brutus Creed) show up wanting to know who is in the tournament, but Julius tells Brutus that whoever they face, they will be the first-ever two-time winners.

Mason Rook beats Tony D'Angelo and Saquon Shugars in an NXT Championship #1 Contender's Triple Threat Match after Tristan Angels pulls Saquon out of the ring and brawls with him through the crowd. Rook hits D'Angelo with a one-handed Blue Thunder Bomb and a splash from the top rope for the win.

Here are the highlights from tonight's show!

Raw Deal - Raw recap for September 14, 2026

Rey Mysterio heads to the ring in a neck brace to start tonight's show. General Manager Adam Pearce is also in the ring. Rey proclaims that Raw is in Mexico City, Mexico for the first time in fifteen years, and says that tonight is going to be an historical night. We then see footage from WWE's show in Santiago, Chile where Stephanie Vaquer challenged Liv Morgan for the Women's World Championship with Becky Lynch as the special guest referee, and Vaquer winning the title. Rey then introduces Vaquer to the ring. Vaquer shakes hands with Rey and Pearce, then proclaims that she has taken her title back before stating the last few years have been like a dream and that it was a joy win the title back in her home country. She also says that it is an honor to be in Mexico and state in Spanish that she is a world champion before Liv Morgan and "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio show up on the stage. Liv angrily congratulates Vaquer on being the biggest hypocrite in her entire life and celebrating with the Women's World Championship, stating that Vaquer only won because Becky Lynch screwed her. Liv says that is okay, because with or without the title, she is still the best Women's World Champion of all time. She also says that Rey has hit an all-time low "hanging out with this puta." Dominik says the only thing he sees is a deadbeat and a cheater and that Liv Morgan is what a real champion looks like, but Rey reminds Dominik that he lost the AAA Mega Championship to El Grande Americano. We see footage of El Grande Americano winning the AAA Mega Championship at Night Two of TripleMania, then Dominik challenges Rey and Vaquer to a tag team match, saying Rey was clear enough to screw him out of the title over Pearce's protests. El Grande Americano suddenly shows up and takes Rey's place in the match, then Pearce says that the match is official before calling for a referee.

El Grande Americano and Stephanie Vaquer vs. The Judgment Day ("Dirty" Dominik Mysterio and Liv Morgan) ends in a no-contest when JD McDonagh, Raquel Rodriguez and Roxanne Perez get involved in the match. After the match, all five members of The Judgment Day attack Rey Mysterio, El Grande Americano and Stephanie Vaquer before standing tall in the center of the ring.

We are introduced to the Spanish announce team of Marcelo Rodriguez and Jerry Soto.

Backstage, Dragon Lee meets with Penta before their matches.

Je'Von Evans beats Big Cass and Austin Theory in a men's Triple Threat Money in the Bank qualifier.

Backstage, The Usos (Jimmy and "Main Event" Jey Uso) are focused on getting back at Royce Keys and OTM (Bronco Nima and Lucien Price) - now known as 946 - when Jacob Fatu tells them that Roman Reigns is defending his title tonight and that he knows they will pick them off one by one to get to Reigns. Jacob Fatu says they need to stick together.

Chad Gable retains the WWE Intercontinental Championship against Dragon Lee by submission with the ankle lock.

We hear from Bayley, who talks about Lyra Valkyrie made her pass out in a pool of blood and tried to ensure she could not return, and that what bothers her is not Lyra turning on her, but using what she has done against her. Bayley says she chose this path so that women like Lyra could make a difference in WWE, but she has realized that Lyra is like everyone else: selfish. Bayley says that she will get in Lyra's way before Lyra gets in her own way, and says that this is the last time someone uses her feelings against her as she shows why she is the standard of women's wrestling.

Mexican singer-songwriter Oscar Myadon and One Piece actor Inaki Godoy are in the crowd.

The Mexico City, Mexico three-day attendance total is 49,017.

Lola Vice beats Raquel Rodriguez and Kelani Jordan in a women's Triple Threat Money in the Bank Qualifier.

Backstage, we hear from 946 (Royce Keys, Bronco Nima, Lucien Price). Lucien Price tells The Usos (Jimmy and "Main Event" Jey Uso) not to write checks that their mouths can't cash, then Royce Keys makes it clear that they will pick off The Usos and Jacob Fatu one by one before wishing Roman Reigns luck tonight.

We get a sneak peak at the music video for "Give Joe Hendry Every Single Belt (Right Now)" by Joe Hendry.

Backstage, Becky Lynch meets with Stephanie Vaquer outside of the arena, wanting the first shot at the Women's World Championship.

Roman Reigns retains the World Heavyweight Championship against Penta.

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Championship Gold - Championship Wrestling recap for September 13, 2026

We hear from Delirium (Slade, McCalleon, Skynyr), who says that gold waits for Skynr and that Ray Jaz is the one holding it for him. They tells Skynr to get out there, go hunt and take what is his.

Mathias beats Angel Verduzco.

Backstage, Jonny Loquasto is confronted by Jordan Castle - who is voiceless and in a neck brace - and "One in a Million" Maximilien. After Castle hands him the MRI, Loquasto tells Castle that the MRI means nothing after looking at it. Castle finally speaks, and not only does Castle call what happened at Red Carpet Rumble a travesty, but he mentions that Mathias should be suspended for thirty days due to a clause in the contract stating that Mathias could not put his hands on Jordan Castle. Jordan Castle then decides to take this up with the fans.

Jordan Castle is in the ring. He says that he is a medical miracle and should not be alive right now, yet here he is in the ring, in all his glory. He then introduces "One in a Million" Maximilien to the ring, and the fans chant "Overrated" before Castle says that he and Maximilien overcame absolute adversity at the Red Carpet Rumble and stated that Mathias powerbombed him twice after the match. He then says that Mathias is suspended and says that for the next thirty days, Mathias cannot show his face anywhere near Championship Wrestling. Castle also says they are done with Mathias and are moving on to a more worthy opponent. Castle then says that the results will be the same and that Maximilien will hold the title until his career ends and the company dies.

Backstage, Jonny Loquasto is interrupted by Mathias, who is shocked that he is suspended for 30 days. He says he is sick and tired of Jordan Castle getting in his business. Loquasto says he has no choice, but tells Mathias that if Maximilien is still champion, he will get another opportunity.

Dark Joseph and Amity LaVey vs. Los Toxicos (Sebastian Amor and Nat Castle) from Gotham Wrestling is replayed.

Backstage, Olivia Onassis interviews Ray Jaz, who says that it has always been about the fans. He says that he has Skynyr tonight, and says that the bigger they are, the harder they fall.

Brian Choobin and RaShawn Prince vs. Alec Tomas and Jake Maze ends in a no contest after "The Anomaly" Alex Ace shows up and decimates all four men. "The Conscience" Christian Rosenberg then takes the microphone and says that Alex Ace has been unbeaten since his arrival, has a victory over Jordan Cruz, was the most dominant force in the Red Carpet Rumble, laid a path of destruction everywhere he went, and is the man around here. The Conscience says that nobody can match Alex Ace will destroy anyone and anything, and if anybody steps up, destruction is in their destiny.

We hear from Bateman, who says that while he made it to the final five, he came short of achieving victory in the Red Carpet Rumble. He says that Jake Redondo took victory from his hand, and that he will see him in due time. He then addresses Damian Desire, who he says will learn that he sends for him next week.

Ray Jaz retains the UWN Television Championship against Skynyr. After the match, Slade and McCalleon return from being ejected from ringside and take their anger out on Skynyr before heading to the back.

Collision Course - Collision recap for September 12, 2026

In memoriam: "The Butcher" Andy Williams, 1977 - 2026.

"The Butcher" Andy Williams is honored with a ten-bell salute.

Members of the All Elite Wrestling roster mention their memories of "The Butcher" Andy Williams.

Jon Moxley beats "Speedball" Mike Bailey in an AEW Continental Championship Eliminator Match.

Backstage, we hear from "The Prodigy" Nick Wayne, who says that sometimes, experience and knowledge is not always enough and that Chris Jericho is threatened by him because of his youth. He invited Jericho to get in the ring with him on Dynamite and show him a thing or two.

The Rascalz (Zachary Wentz, Dezmond Xavier, Myron Reed) beat Solorato (Aaron Solo and Nick Comoroto) and Griff Garrison in a trios match. It is announced during the match that next week's episode will be live coast-to-coast.

We hear about more memories of "The Butcher" Andy Williams from the All Elite Wrestling roster.

Mercedes Moné guests on commentary for the next match.

Queen Aminata beats Mina Shirakawa after countering a Figure Four Leg Lock with an inside cradle.

We hear from PAC and The Dogs (Gabe Kidd, Clark Connors, David Finlay). PAC says tonight is business as usual, but Clark Connors says they need to figure things out, and David Finlay wants to know what is happening to Gabe Kidd, as does Connors, who brings up Moxley's name. Jon Moxley shows up and says he does not need anything from anybody, as he was in the trenches fighting wars for the future of this sports while kids like Connors were washing backs in the dojos. Moxley says he does not do favors for or babysit anyone, and that kids today do not know what hard work can do. He says that people have paid hard-earned money to be here and deserve they all, and tells The Dogs that they can either complain or they can dogwalk The Bang Bang Gang (Juice Robinson, Austin Gunn, Colten Gunn, Ace Austin) and show everyone who they really are. Gabe Kidd says that if they want a killer, "then let's kill."

"Switchblade" Jay White beats Adam Priest. After the match, Switchblade dons a black armband with the initials "AW" on it before stating that the rest of The Bang Bang Gang (Juice Robinson, Austin Gunn, Colten Gunn, Ace Austin) have their working boots on and that if PAC and The Dogs (Gabe Kidd, Clark Connors, David Finlay) want to kick the tires, there is no better time than right here and right now.

Jon Moxley guests on commentary for the next match.

PAC and The Dogs (Gabe Kidd, Clark Connors, David Finlay) beat The Bang Bang Gang (Juice Robinson, Austin Gunn, Colten Gunn, Ace Austin) in an eight-man tag match.

We hear even more memories of "The Butcher" Andy Williams from the All Elite Wrestling roster.

Tony Schiavone reads a special message from The Blade on commentary.

Backstage, we hear from Tommaso Ciampa, who says that after an historic 2026, he will be at All Out.

The New Level (Kofi and "Awesome" Austin Creed) guest on commentary for the next match.

The Conglomeration (Orange Cassidy, Kyle O'Reilly, Roderick Strong) beat The Lethal Twist (Jay Lethal, "Vanilla Baby" Blake Christian, "Big Shotty" Lee Johnson) in a trios match.

It is announced that Blood and Guts will return on Dynamite on Wednesday, November 4th.

Backstage, we hear from The Divine Dominion (Megan Bayne and Lena Kross), who are angry with The Brawling Birds (Jamie Hayter and Alex Windsor). They promise a new hell and no excuses now that they are the hunters again, and want to know why The Brawling Birds would put weapons in their hands. We then find out that both teams will be in a Chicago Street Fight at All Out after what The Brawling Birds did to The Divine Dominion.

Daniel Garcia last eliminates "The Walking Weapon" Josh Alexander to win The Butcher Battle Royal and the right to make a $100,000 donation to the charity of his choice in "The Butcher" Andy Williams' name. After the match, Daniel Garcia raises up one of Andy Williams' guitars and a sign saying "Rest in Peace Andy" in the center of the ring.

The show ends with a video package for "The Butcher" Andy Williams.