War Machine (Hanson and Raymond Rowe) beat Coast To Coast (Shaheem Ali and LSG) and The Tempura Boyz (Sho and Yo) in a three-way Tornado Rules Tag Team Match. After the match, Raymond Rowe says everyone knows War Machine and what they are capable of...except Ring of Honor, as it has been over a year since they were screwed out of the ROH World Tag Team Championships. Last time, they gave them a title shot againt The Young Bucks (Matt and Nick Jackson). They were prepared, but three hours before the match, another team showed up and were put in the match without their knowledge. He says playing nice is over, and that nobody is going to like the new War Machine. Hanson says it's been blood, guts, gore and gold throughout ROH, and that this is War Machine and world machine.
We see the TitanTron for Flip Gordon, who is up next.
Flip Gordon gets his first singles victory in Ring of Honor against Corey Hollis when Hollis' attempt to put Flip's fingers in the gap of an unprotected turnbuckle bolt fails.
"The Heavy Metal Rebel" Kazarian says he went through 19 men to earn a shot at the ROH World Championship. As much as he wants the title, his objective is not only to fulfill his destiny, but to piss off every ROH fan and official. He wants the idea of him being World Champion so sickening that Joe Koff throws up all over himself. In Atlanta, Georgia, he will become "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes' new nightmare.
"The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes retains the ROH World Championship against "The Heavy Metal Rebel" Frankie Kazarian. During the match, "The Almighty" Christopher Daniels yells at referee Todd Sinclair from the apron. "The Villain" Marty Scurll goes after Daniels, but Daniels gets the upper hand. He hands the ROH World Championship to to Kazarian to use as a weapon, but Cody turns it into an inside cradle that Kazarian kicks out of due to Daniels distract the ref. Shortly after that, Kazarian knocks Cody into Todd Sinclair, and sends Cody towards Daniels, who uses the ROH World Championship as a weapon to help Kazarian win. Cody kicks out, however. As Todd Sinclair is dazed, Scurll pushes Kazarian off the top rope and sends Daniels into the ring, where he and Cody take care of him. Kazarian pushes Cody into Scurll, who is on the apron, in a roll-up attempt that Cody kicks out of. Cody then hits Cross Rhodes to retain.
Saturday, September 30, 2017
Saturday Night's Main Event - Main Event recap for September 30, 2017
Results courtesy of dailywrestlingnews.com.
Rhyno beats Dash Wilder.
Gran Metalik and Lince Dorado beat "The Premiere Athlete" Tony Nese and Drew Gulak.
Rhyno beats Dash Wilder.
Gran Metalik and Lince Dorado beat "The Premiere Athlete" Tony Nese and Drew Gulak.
Thursday, September 28, 2017
Final Impact - GFW Impact Wrestling recap for September 28, 2017
We see footage from earlier today of Johnny Impact entering the arena, as well as Eli Drake backstage.
Trevor Lee retains the GFW X Division Championship against Petey Williams. During the match, Caleb Konley drags the referee out of the ring as Williams has the match won and demands that Williams be disqualified. Konley gets ejected, and Trevor Lee uses the championship as a weapon but does not win off of that. Trevor Lee ends up winning it after hitting the double foot stomp.
The Latin-American Xchange are in the clubhouse. They make fun of oVe (Jake and Dave Crist), and Konnan tells them take care of oVe, LAX-style.
Sienna, Taryn Terrell and Taya Valkyrie beat Gail Kim, Allie and Rosemary after Sienna uses the ropes for leverage after shoving Allie into the corner as she attempts to hit Taryn with Sliced Bread #2.
Eli Drake - who cannot find his couch - says GFW is doing whatever they can to take the Global title off him. Last week, he took Johnny Mundo on the Gravy Train, and tonight he will do it again. He then says that tomorrow's headlines will dictate that Slamtown is burning.
Ethan Carter III and "The Cowboy" James Storm briefly stare down backstage.
Joseph Park and Grado have dinner. Grado gets his first royalty check, and Joseph Park leaves as quickly as he arrives. Grado is not happy with how much he has gotten, however.
Mackenzie Mitchell interviews Johnny Impact. He is sitting on Eli Drake's couch, and tell Eli Drake that after living in his head rent-free, he is taking him to Slamtown tonight, and that the lightning has already struck.
"The Cowboy" James Storm shows up. He says a bunch of guys from AAA want to disrespect him. He has news for them: they're not going to leapfrog over him, and that this is GFW and he is the best they have. He asks the crowd to stand up, and leads a "GFW" chant. He says this is respect for the guys in the ring and the back, and that the guys from AAA don't have any. He dares the AAA guys to step in the ring to take him on, and that he will be the one kicking ass and drinking beer. Texano Jr. then shows up, and Storm says there are two kinds of Mexicans: "Mexicans" and "Mexican'ts." He then says Texano is neither and that he's just a stupid idiot. Storm dares him to get in the ring so he can kick his "Taco Bell ass" all the way back to Mexico. Texano gets in the ring. Storm fights Texano, then El Hijo del Fantasma runs in and takes the boots to Storm and the numbers game quickly takes over. Texano Jr. then whips James Storm in the back with the bullwhip before hitting him with a superkick. El Hijo del Fantasma tells Storm he told him that Texano Jr. is a cowboy, too. He says AAA respects GFW, but AAA is the best company in the world. He then tries to lead a "AAA" chant, which fails. El Hijo del Fantasma decides to drill that into his head with a beer bottle, which he hands to Texano Jr. Suddenly, Ethan Carter III runs into the ring and takes down both Texano and Fantasma as he cleans house. EC3 and Storm stand by side. Storm extends his hand, but EC3 refuses to shake at hand at first. He then suddenly goes back into the ring and shakes Storm's hand.
James Storm and Ethan Carter III enter Jim Cornette's match, wanting a match against Texano Jr. and El Hijo Del Fantasma. Cornette gives them the match for next week. After asking about how good the relationship between GFW and AAA is, Storm says they won't like the condition he will send Texano Jr. and El Hijo del Fantasma back to them.
We see Episode 3 of "Global Forged."
oVe (Dave and Jake Crist) beat The Latin-American Xchange (Santana and Ortiz) to become the GFW Tag Team Champions!
We hear from America's Top Team regarding Lashley. Lashley tells America's Top Team that he is coming home to MMA. Bill Lambert then talks about the dominance and prominence of America's Top Team, and puts Lashley on a pedestal.
As oVe is congratulated by Scott D'Amore, Johnny Impact shows up to liven the mood on the way to the ring.
Eli Drake retains the GFW Global Championship against Johnny Impact in a match that sees Chris Adonis get ejected from ringside (and return later on), sees the Global title get used as a weapon and see two referees get hurt. After the match, Chris Adonis puts Johnny Impact in an Adonis Lock while Eli Drake tells Johnny he will never take the Global title. Adonis and Drake then take the boots to Johnny. Eli is about to hit Johnny with the title when Garza Jr. shows up and attacks him and Adonis. Suddenly, The Latin-American Xchange gang up on Gara Jr., and Konnan shoves a fan at the front row. A member of security then confronts LAX, and also gets shoved. A third referee who shows up gets put in the Adonis Lock. Finally, Jim Cornette and Scott D'Amore show up and confronts Eli Drake and Chris Adonis.
Here's this week's edition of After Impact!
Wednesday, September 27, 2017
Total Bellas Island - Total Bellas recap for September 27, 2017
Bottled wine is delivered to John Cena and Nikki's villa in Phoenix, Arizona. John and Nikki have a silly argument over wine.
Backstage at SmackDown Live, Nikki and Daniel Bryan have some camaraderie, and John Cena also has a word with them. Also, the angle between the team of John Cena and Nikki and the team of The Miz and Maryse is advanced.
J.J. and Lauren join Kathy and Johnny at a restaurant. J.J. says that he and Lauren are working things with their marriage out in therapy. The four of them have a conversation about getting older that also involves Kathy and Johnny's sex life.
At Brie and Bryan's house, Bryan is picking peas. Brie says she has made an appointment with her lawyer to figure out what will happen in case something happens to them. Brie and Bryan review their options.
Brie and Nikki go shopping for maternity clothes with Kathy. As Brie tries on clothes - and Kathy goes gaga over the nursing bras - Nikki wonders what to get John for being a couple for five years.
John Cena and Nikki join the rest of the family at a restaurant. Johnny buys Girl Scout cookies. A conversation about will and testaments and power of attorney is discussed. John Cena does not want to have power of attorney over Nikki unless he gets more information about her views on life. He also says that making him the legal guardian of a child would be a bit of a mistake, as they would be "rolling the dice" if they did. John Cena and Nikki buy a box of Thin Mints, and Nikki asks John Cena to be her power of attorney. John Cena talks about the seriousness of the situation, and Nikki finds out she is not even on the list when it comes to power of attorney when Nikki wants to know who is involved (which John keeps confidential), as he does not want to place a burden on Nikki. Nikki feels like her feelings are hurt, and that John is keeping a secret from her.
Family and friends meet for happy hour outside of a restaurant. Kathy and Johnny talk about their sex life and how things are different when one gets older, then everyone gets on a party bus.
At Sagauro Lake in Arizona, Brie Bella does her last maternity photo shoot, with the baby being due in about three weeks. J.J. and Lauren meet up with her, and they have another conversation about power of attorney, and Brie asks J.J. and Lauren if it would be okay for them to be Birdie's legal guardians in case something happens to her or Bryan. J.J. and Lauren feel honored to be asked about that, and are willing to take it on. Brie sees this as a sign that J.J. and Lauren are coming around when it comes to the problems in their marriage, but says the hardest part is breaking it to Nikki.
J.J. and Nikki head to a funeral home to see how to set up power of attorney. Nikki comes to grips with her apprehension when it comes to thinking about death. Nikki then finds out from J.J. that Brie wants him and Lauren to be Birdie's legal guardian in case something happens to her or Bryan. Nikki says she will have to have a talk with Brie, as she does not want Birdie to have a hothead for a guardian.
Nikki, Kathy and Johnny have a conversation on the patio at Nikki's villa. Kathy and Johnny agree with John Cena not wanting to have power of attorney over Nikki due to it being too emotional. Kathy says she cannot imagine having power of attorney over Nikki, as she wants her children to outlive her.
At the next SmackDown Live, J.J. and Nikki talk to John Cena about the visit to the funeral home. John Cena brings up the body pod where a person's body is planted in a biodegradable pod at the base of a tree, and as the body decomposes, it releases the nutrients from the pod and helps grow the tree. Nikki is glad that she was introduced to the power of attorney process and taking care of it, but says life is meant to be lived by the moment.
Brie and Nikki have a conversation over who giving Birdie a legal guardian. Brie says that if John Cena says he would be open to being Birdie's legal guardian, but until then, she is sticking with J.J. and Lauren. Nikki feels hurt.
J.J. and Nikki are in the pool in Nikki's villa. J.J. talks about his his conversation with John Cena in the last episode, and mentions that John Cena has changed his feelings about marrying Nikki, saying that Nikki has completely changed his mind about it.
Bonus clip: Brie and Nikki take part in a podcast.
Bonus clip: J.J. takes Brie and Nikki to a cryonics facility.
Bonus clip: Nikki Bella works out with Complex Magazine.
Backstage at SmackDown Live, Nikki and Daniel Bryan have some camaraderie, and John Cena also has a word with them. Also, the angle between the team of John Cena and Nikki and the team of The Miz and Maryse is advanced.
J.J. and Lauren join Kathy and Johnny at a restaurant. J.J. says that he and Lauren are working things with their marriage out in therapy. The four of them have a conversation about getting older that also involves Kathy and Johnny's sex life.
At Brie and Bryan's house, Bryan is picking peas. Brie says she has made an appointment with her lawyer to figure out what will happen in case something happens to them. Brie and Bryan review their options.
Brie and Nikki go shopping for maternity clothes with Kathy. As Brie tries on clothes - and Kathy goes gaga over the nursing bras - Nikki wonders what to get John for being a couple for five years.
John Cena and Nikki join the rest of the family at a restaurant. Johnny buys Girl Scout cookies. A conversation about will and testaments and power of attorney is discussed. John Cena does not want to have power of attorney over Nikki unless he gets more information about her views on life. He also says that making him the legal guardian of a child would be a bit of a mistake, as they would be "rolling the dice" if they did. John Cena and Nikki buy a box of Thin Mints, and Nikki asks John Cena to be her power of attorney. John Cena talks about the seriousness of the situation, and Nikki finds out she is not even on the list when it comes to power of attorney when Nikki wants to know who is involved (which John keeps confidential), as he does not want to place a burden on Nikki. Nikki feels like her feelings are hurt, and that John is keeping a secret from her.
Family and friends meet for happy hour outside of a restaurant. Kathy and Johnny talk about their sex life and how things are different when one gets older, then everyone gets on a party bus.
At Sagauro Lake in Arizona, Brie Bella does her last maternity photo shoot, with the baby being due in about three weeks. J.J. and Lauren meet up with her, and they have another conversation about power of attorney, and Brie asks J.J. and Lauren if it would be okay for them to be Birdie's legal guardians in case something happens to her or Bryan. J.J. and Lauren feel honored to be asked about that, and are willing to take it on. Brie sees this as a sign that J.J. and Lauren are coming around when it comes to the problems in their marriage, but says the hardest part is breaking it to Nikki.
J.J. and Nikki head to a funeral home to see how to set up power of attorney. Nikki comes to grips with her apprehension when it comes to thinking about death. Nikki then finds out from J.J. that Brie wants him and Lauren to be Birdie's legal guardian in case something happens to her or Bryan. Nikki says she will have to have a talk with Brie, as she does not want Birdie to have a hothead for a guardian.
Nikki, Kathy and Johnny have a conversation on the patio at Nikki's villa. Kathy and Johnny agree with John Cena not wanting to have power of attorney over Nikki due to it being too emotional. Kathy says she cannot imagine having power of attorney over Nikki, as she wants her children to outlive her.
At the next SmackDown Live, J.J. and Nikki talk to John Cena about the visit to the funeral home. John Cena brings up the body pod where a person's body is planted in a biodegradable pod at the base of a tree, and as the body decomposes, it releases the nutrients from the pod and helps grow the tree. Nikki is glad that she was introduced to the power of attorney process and taking care of it, but says life is meant to be lived by the moment.
Brie and Nikki have a conversation over who giving Birdie a legal guardian. Brie says that if John Cena says he would be open to being Birdie's legal guardian, but until then, she is sticking with J.J. and Lauren. Nikki feels hurt.
J.J. and Nikki are in the pool in Nikki's villa. J.J. talks about his his conversation with John Cena in the last episode, and mentions that John Cena has changed his feelings about marrying Nikki, saying that Nikki has completely changed his mind about it.
Bonus clip: Brie and Nikki take part in a podcast.
Bonus clip: J.J. takes Brie and Nikki to a cryonics facility.
Bonus clip: Nikki Bella works out with Complex Magazine.
Generation NXT - NXT recap for September 27, 2017
General Manager William Regal announces that the new NXT Women's Champion will be decided in a Fatal 4-Way at NXT TakeOver. One of the women in the match will be Mae Young Classic winner Kairi Sane. A series of matches in the coming weeks will determine the other three women in that match.
SAnitY (Eric Young, Alexander Wulfe, Nikki Cross, Killian Dain) shows up from all over the arena. Eric Young says they wrote the book on making a mark, and that time and space do not exist, nor does it matter. He says that all that matters is chaos, and all that is for sure is change. Eric Young then says he will take Adam Cole to the edge of sanity.
Before the next match, Christy St. Cloud interviews Oney Lorcan. Oney doesn't like Lars or what he does to guys like No Way Jose. He then says it's time to see what Lars Sullivan can do to him.
Lars Sullivan beats Oney Lorcan. After the match, Lars Sullivan is about to destroy Oney Lorcan again when Danny Burch saves Lorcan from destruction.
Kayla Braxton interviews Ruby Riot. Nikki Cross is not a friend, and she doesn't even know why she helped her. Whenever she sees her, she's trying to punch her in the face. If Billie Kay and Peyton Royce want a fight, they're going to get one. If Nikki Cross shows up again, she has nothing to do with it, but she had better stay out of her way.
Heavy Machinery (Tucker Knight and Otis Dozovic) beat Demetrius Bronson and Patrick Scott.
In footage from earlier today, General Manager William Regal tells Johnny Gargano he will get his match with Andrade "Cien" Almas in two weeks.
We see Christy St. Cloud interview Roderick Strong in footage from earlier today. Roddy says he is training for his match with Drew McIntyre like he does every other match. He says that he can see the fear in Drew McIntyre. He knows that Drew keeps getting back up and moving forward. Roddy says that this time, the outcome will be different, as he never stops and Drew does not have the tenacity to stop him. He could tell Drew this is business, but this is very personal. He says he will come at him with everything he has and will not stop until he is NXT Champion.
Liv Morgan beats Vanessa Borne.
We see footage from earlier today where Aleister Black is traning in the WWE Performance Center. Aleister Black says in this age of individuality, there is always one who thinks they are more unique or special. Left to their own device, they antagonize the horde, but they all want recognition. He refuses to acknowledge a child who holds his breath or throws a tantrum to get what they want or to get his attention. He says if Velveteen Dream thinks this will work, he is sadly mistaken.
We get a closer look at Fabian Aichner, who lost to "Gentleman" Jack Gallagher in round one of The Cruiserweight Classic. His match with Kassius Ohno is up next.
Kassius Ohno beats Fabian Aichner.
Drew McIntyre says if anyone wants a shot at the NXT title, all they have to do is ask. He says that Roderick Strong earned his shot, and says he is good enough to be NXT Champion. He says next week might be his first defense, but it will not be his last.
We get a closer look at Kairi Sane.
Before the next match, Adam Cole asks how NXT survived without him, Kyle O'Reilly and Bobby Fish. He says he feels something in the air that is new, and asks the fans in the building to focus and feel it. What they feel is change and a shock to the system...and it is them. Cole says they are untouchable, unstoppable and undisputed. He says this is their era.
Adam Cole beats Eric Young in his NXT debut match thanks to the distraction by Kyle O'Reilly and Bobby Fish.
SAnitY (Eric Young, Alexander Wulfe, Nikki Cross, Killian Dain) shows up from all over the arena. Eric Young says they wrote the book on making a mark, and that time and space do not exist, nor does it matter. He says that all that matters is chaos, and all that is for sure is change. Eric Young then says he will take Adam Cole to the edge of sanity.
Before the next match, Christy St. Cloud interviews Oney Lorcan. Oney doesn't like Lars or what he does to guys like No Way Jose. He then says it's time to see what Lars Sullivan can do to him.
Lars Sullivan beats Oney Lorcan. After the match, Lars Sullivan is about to destroy Oney Lorcan again when Danny Burch saves Lorcan from destruction.
Kayla Braxton interviews Ruby Riot. Nikki Cross is not a friend, and she doesn't even know why she helped her. Whenever she sees her, she's trying to punch her in the face. If Billie Kay and Peyton Royce want a fight, they're going to get one. If Nikki Cross shows up again, she has nothing to do with it, but she had better stay out of her way.
Heavy Machinery (Tucker Knight and Otis Dozovic) beat Demetrius Bronson and Patrick Scott.
In footage from earlier today, General Manager William Regal tells Johnny Gargano he will get his match with Andrade "Cien" Almas in two weeks.
We see Christy St. Cloud interview Roderick Strong in footage from earlier today. Roddy says he is training for his match with Drew McIntyre like he does every other match. He says that he can see the fear in Drew McIntyre. He knows that Drew keeps getting back up and moving forward. Roddy says that this time, the outcome will be different, as he never stops and Drew does not have the tenacity to stop him. He could tell Drew this is business, but this is very personal. He says he will come at him with everything he has and will not stop until he is NXT Champion.
Liv Morgan beats Vanessa Borne.
We see footage from earlier today where Aleister Black is traning in the WWE Performance Center. Aleister Black says in this age of individuality, there is always one who thinks they are more unique or special. Left to their own device, they antagonize the horde, but they all want recognition. He refuses to acknowledge a child who holds his breath or throws a tantrum to get what they want or to get his attention. He says if Velveteen Dream thinks this will work, he is sadly mistaken.
We get a closer look at Fabian Aichner, who lost to "Gentleman" Jack Gallagher in round one of The Cruiserweight Classic. His match with Kassius Ohno is up next.
Kassius Ohno beats Fabian Aichner.
Drew McIntyre says if anyone wants a shot at the NXT title, all they have to do is ask. He says that Roderick Strong earned his shot, and says he is good enough to be NXT Champion. He says next week might be his first defense, but it will not be his last.
We get a closer look at Kairi Sane.
Before the next match, Adam Cole asks how NXT survived without him, Kyle O'Reilly and Bobby Fish. He says he feels something in the air that is new, and asks the fans in the building to focus and feel it. What they feel is change and a shock to the system...and it is them. Cole says they are untouchable, unstoppable and undisputed. He says this is their era.
Adam Cole beats Eric Young in his NXT debut match thanks to the distraction by Kyle O'Reilly and Bobby Fish.
Ultima Lucha Tres - Week 1 Results
The Hell of War Match stipulations are revealed. The first fall is First Blood, the second fall is no-disqualification and the third fall is decided by who medically evacuates their opponent.
Before the next match, Famous B tells Texano he still has a broken arm and says there is no way he can beat Texano in his current state. He has made a few calls to Dario Cueto, who has stated that due to his injury, he can pick a partner and make this a real handicap match. That partner is none other than Dr. Wagner Jr., who has not been seen in Lucha Underground for some time.
Famous B and Dr. Wagner Jr beat Texano in a 2-on-1 handicap match.. During the match, Brenda distracts Texano by kissing him from the apron, and Famous B takes advantage by getting Texano in a schoolboy pin while using the ropes for leverage. As per pre-match stipulations, Texano is now a client and member of Infamous Inc.
Killshot beats Dante Fox in a Hell of War Match. Dante Fox scores the first (First Blood) fall after back dropping Killshot off the top rope into a large window pane kept in place by two steel chairs. Killshot scores the second (no-disqualification) fall after sending Dante Fox through a barbed wire board, breaking it in half before driving him into the mat with a package powerbomb into shards of broken glass. Killshot scores the third (medical evac) fall after smashing a bottle into Dante Fox's head as Fox chokes him out with a guitar cord on the platform where the band plays, stunning Fox and sending him crashing down through two sheets of glass below. After this, Killshot picks up Dante Fox and places him in the back of the military ambulance.
Before the next match, Famous B tells Texano he still has a broken arm and says there is no way he can beat Texano in his current state. He has made a few calls to Dario Cueto, who has stated that due to his injury, he can pick a partner and make this a real handicap match. That partner is none other than Dr. Wagner Jr., who has not been seen in Lucha Underground for some time.
Famous B and Dr. Wagner Jr beat Texano in a 2-on-1 handicap match.. During the match, Brenda distracts Texano by kissing him from the apron, and Famous B takes advantage by getting Texano in a schoolboy pin while using the ropes for leverage. As per pre-match stipulations, Texano is now a client and member of Infamous Inc.
Killshot beats Dante Fox in a Hell of War Match. Dante Fox scores the first (First Blood) fall after back dropping Killshot off the top rope into a large window pane kept in place by two steel chairs. Killshot scores the second (no-disqualification) fall after sending Dante Fox through a barbed wire board, breaking it in half before driving him into the mat with a package powerbomb into shards of broken glass. Killshot scores the third (medical evac) fall after smashing a bottle into Dante Fox's head as Fox chokes him out with a guitar cord on the platform where the band plays, stunning Fox and sending him crashing down through two sheets of glass below. After this, Killshot picks up Dante Fox and places him in the back of the military ambulance.
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
205:Alive - 205 Live recap for September 26, 2017
Enzo Amore shows up to start tonight's show, hobbling to the ring on one crutch. He says that last night, he was really, really hurt, and says his smile hides it as well as Cedric Alexander hides his charisma. Enzo says he hasn't called in sick a day of his life, and says he is a star, a champion, and the guy who put 205 Live on the map. He says he is the reason people stay up late on Tuesday nights and why the Cruiserweight Championship means something. As far as Neville is concerned, he feels bad for him, but asks the crowd if they realize that Neville has to wake up and look in the mirror. He says Neville may be partially responsible for how he looks right now, but he says there is more to the story. We then see footage from after Raw went off the air, when Braun Strowman hit him with a running powerslam. After that, the rest of the Cruiserweight Division got themselves a piece of Enzo Amore. The crowd chants "You deserve it!" Enzo agrees, but says he deserves the Cruiserweight title, not the beating. He says last night was supposed to be a great night, and says he flew his mom out so she could watch from the front row only for her to close her eyes and cried as he was ganged up on. He then says the people chanting "one more time" were the same people who thought Neville was a knight in shining armor for 205 Live. Enzo says he has the Cruiserweight title on ice, and reminds the fans of the no-contact clause he created before his championship celebration. Thanks to the beating, everyone has forfeited a shot at his title and he will be retiring as champion. He then says Neville will never take the Cruiserweight Championship back from him due to being the first to put his hands on him.
Drew Gulak guests on commentary for the next match.
Akira Tozawa beats "The Premiere Athlete" Tony Nese. After the match, Drew Gulak sounds his megaphone siren. He then apologizes, then gets in the ring and says he is not sorry. He says Tozawa is in direct violation of Proposal #3 for his plan for a better 205 Live. He then repeats that violation in Japanese, then tells him he has violated Proposition #7, which is in the PowerPoint presentation: no celebrating. Drew then says he has a dream of a Drew-topia where dedicated ground-based athletes can compete in piece, shake hands before and after every match, and not have to deal with needless celebration. He says Akira Tozawa's "AAAAH" chants turn the WWE fans into mindless sheep, and says the fans might as well be bleating. Tozawa responds by kicking Drew Gulak in the side of the face.
Backstage, Enzo Amore is talking to the WWE Crusierweight Championship when he meets up with Ariya Daivari. Daivari says he symphathises with Enzo Amore, and apologizes. Enzo does not accept the apology. He says he fell victim to mob mentality. Enzo is not buying it, but Daivari says he wanted nothing like what happened last night to happen, saying it was all Neville. He says Neville has been coming for him and dragging him down, and says Enzo can be a star outside of WWE. He wants to have Enzo's back. Enzo tells him he will have to prove himself. He asks Enzo to watch his match from ringside. Enzo says he will do him one better, and be in his corner. Ariya then says "How you doin'?" as they shake hands. Enzo tells him never to say that again, then tells him he will see him out there at ringside.
TJP vs. Lince Dorado ends before it can start when Rich Swann runs into the ring and throws several rights at TJP before TJP can slide out of the ring and flee through the crowd.
Next week on 205 Live: Cedric Alexander vs. "Gentleman" Jack Gallagher!
The Brian Kendrick asks why two men who are tearing each other apart are now friends. He says he could say why, or they could show why. "Gentleman" Jack Gallagher says actions speak louder than words and that there is no better action that cruelty, the gift that humanity gave itself. He says cruelty is like a season, as it comes to drop the weak like leaves on a tree. He tells Cedric Alexander to enjoy his sunny days, because next week will be the autumn of his life as well as a cruel winter for him on 205 Live.
Before the next match, Neville says he has heard what everybody is saying that yesterday, he acted irrationally and he descended into madness. He says he knew what he was doing and that it was the best night of his life.He knows he has forfeited his chance at the Cruiserweight title due to the no-compete clause, but he does not care. If given the opportunity, he will do it again and again and again. His advice to Enzo is to keep one eye open, because he never knows where he will be lurking, and that he will not let 205 Live degenerate at the hands of someone like him. Suddenly, Enzo Amore shows up to accompany Ariya Daivari to the next match.
Neville beats Ariya Daivari with the Rings of Saturn after avoiding the Hammerlock Lariat. After the match, Enzo Amore continuously smashes his crutch into the back of Neville as two referees try to get him to stop. After getting on top of him and throwing a couple of rights at him, the two referees are able to get Enzo away from Neville. Enzo chants "You deserve it!" at Neville to end the show.
Drew Gulak guests on commentary for the next match.
Akira Tozawa beats "The Premiere Athlete" Tony Nese. After the match, Drew Gulak sounds his megaphone siren. He then apologizes, then gets in the ring and says he is not sorry. He says Tozawa is in direct violation of Proposal #3 for his plan for a better 205 Live. He then repeats that violation in Japanese, then tells him he has violated Proposition #7, which is in the PowerPoint presentation: no celebrating. Drew then says he has a dream of a Drew-topia where dedicated ground-based athletes can compete in piece, shake hands before and after every match, and not have to deal with needless celebration. He says Akira Tozawa's "AAAAH" chants turn the WWE fans into mindless sheep, and says the fans might as well be bleating. Tozawa responds by kicking Drew Gulak in the side of the face.
Backstage, Enzo Amore is talking to the WWE Crusierweight Championship when he meets up with Ariya Daivari. Daivari says he symphathises with Enzo Amore, and apologizes. Enzo does not accept the apology. He says he fell victim to mob mentality. Enzo is not buying it, but Daivari says he wanted nothing like what happened last night to happen, saying it was all Neville. He says Neville has been coming for him and dragging him down, and says Enzo can be a star outside of WWE. He wants to have Enzo's back. Enzo tells him he will have to prove himself. He asks Enzo to watch his match from ringside. Enzo says he will do him one better, and be in his corner. Ariya then says "How you doin'?" as they shake hands. Enzo tells him never to say that again, then tells him he will see him out there at ringside.
TJP vs. Lince Dorado ends before it can start when Rich Swann runs into the ring and throws several rights at TJP before TJP can slide out of the ring and flee through the crowd.
Next week on 205 Live: Cedric Alexander vs. "Gentleman" Jack Gallagher!
The Brian Kendrick asks why two men who are tearing each other apart are now friends. He says he could say why, or they could show why. "Gentleman" Jack Gallagher says actions speak louder than words and that there is no better action that cruelty, the gift that humanity gave itself. He says cruelty is like a season, as it comes to drop the weak like leaves on a tree. He tells Cedric Alexander to enjoy his sunny days, because next week will be the autumn of his life as well as a cruel winter for him on 205 Live.
Before the next match, Neville says he has heard what everybody is saying that yesterday, he acted irrationally and he descended into madness. He says he knew what he was doing and that it was the best night of his life.He knows he has forfeited his chance at the Cruiserweight title due to the no-compete clause, but he does not care. If given the opportunity, he will do it again and again and again. His advice to Enzo is to keep one eye open, because he never knows where he will be lurking, and that he will not let 205 Live degenerate at the hands of someone like him. Suddenly, Enzo Amore shows up to accompany Ariya Daivari to the next match.
Neville beats Ariya Daivari with the Rings of Saturn after avoiding the Hammerlock Lariat. After the match, Enzo Amore continuously smashes his crutch into the back of Neville as two referees try to get him to stop. After getting on top of him and throwing a couple of rights at him, the two referees are able to get Enzo away from Neville. Enzo chants "You deserve it!" at Neville to end the show.
Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown Live recap for September 26, 2017
Kevin Owens shows up to start tonight's show. Owens says all he has heard about for weeks is Commissioner Shane McMahon, and wants to know where he is. He says he has been called a coward for attacking WWE Chairman and CEO Vince McMahon and not being on the show last week. Now he is standing in the center of the ring, and wants to know where Shane is. Owens begins to believe that maybe Shane is the coward, but says he knows better and says Shane is a smart man. Owens says he not only has respect for Vince, but he likes Vince, and knows Shane saw what he did to a man he respects and likes and says he will find out what he will do to someone he does not. Suddenly, Sami Zayn shows up and wants to know what is wrong with Owens, saying he has lost complete control. He says he knows what happens when Owens snaps, and says it never ends well, and says he is here against his better judgement, knowing Owens will cross a line he has never crossed before. Once Owens crosses that line, nothing will ever be the same for Owens. He asks Owens to quit while he's ahead. Owens tells Sami not to worry about him, because he's cool and that is for him to worry about. He then says Sami Zayn is only out here because he has outshined and eclipsed him like he has the last 15 years, much less in WWE. Owens runs down his WWE accomplishments thus far, and says all Sami has done is watch from the back just like he will at Hell In A Cell, where he will destroy Shane McMahon and make him regret signing him to SmackDown. If he hasn't gone too far yet, he will now. He then asks what Sami has done of any impact in WWE. Sami says he hasn't done much, but says Owens has cut every corner possible. Sami says he will do it his way: the right way. Sami admits he hasn't done much in WWE, then says the real difference between him and Owens is that when he looks in the mirror, he doesn't see a piece of trash staring back at him. General Manager Daniel Bryan shows up before it can get physical. D-Bry says Owens may be right. He says Shane is not here and does not know if he will be here at all. He says that might be better for him, and that somebody already wants to fight Owens. He then makes Sami Zayn vs. Kevin Owens official for later tonight.
"The Phenomenal" AJ Styles guests on commentary for the next match. As Baron Corbin is preoccupied with Styles, "The Perfect Ten" Tye Dillinger dumps Corbin out of the ring before the match begins.
Baron Corbin beats "The Perfect Ten" Tye Dillinger by count-out after splashing water into the face of "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles and tossing Dillinger into him at ringside. Corbin asks Styles if he feels dumb, saying he knew he and Dillinger would work together, and that AJ Styles could never succeed at defending the United States title against him one-on-one. He then says he will not take any shortcuts or squander any opportunities. At Hell in a Cell, he will take the United States title.
Jinder Mahal and The Singh Brothers (Sunil and Samir Singh) are in the ring. Last week, Jinder Mahal says he may have went a little too far. The crowd chants for "The King of Strong Style" Shinsuke Nakamura. Jinder says he respects Nakamura, and says that this week, he will compliment him. By that, he means making fun of him again on the TitanTron by showing faces of him. Suddenly, one of the photos of Nakamura moves. It's real footage of Nakamura, who is looking at Jinder. Nakamura then tells him "This is the face of Shinsuke Nakamura on SmackDown Live." He then appears for real. Jinder sics the Singh Brothers on Nakamura, and Jinder takes advantage of the numbers game to get the upper hand. Nakamura get Jinder in the ring. The Singh Brothers try to stop the Kinshasa from happening, but it does not work and Nakamura manages to hit Jinder with it anyway.
The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) show up to watch the next match from the front row.
The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) beat The Hype Bros (Zack Ryder and Mojo Rawley). After the match, The Usos confront The New Day, saying they only belong on the sidelines. At Hell In A Cell, they will be 5-time tag team champions. Kofi says The Usos don't know who they are talking to, and say they talk big game for someone who just lost the blue brand's tag titles. Big E says they talk big game about "The Uso Penitentiary." Xavier Woods says this gives them an idea: a tag team title match for the WWE SmackDown Tag Team Championships in a Hell In A Cell Match.
It is time for Rusev's Pride of Bulgaria Celebration. Aiden English welcomes the mayor of Rusev's hometown for Rusev's Pride of Bulgaria Celebration, then welcomes Rusev. Aiden then sings the Bulgarian national anthem as Rusev shows up carrying a Bulgarian flag to the ring and placing it in a flag holder. The mayor honors Rusev by presenting the key to the city and proclaims today to be "Rusev Day." Rusev speaks to the mayor in Bulgarian, then takes the time to relive his win against Randy Orton from last week. He says that what we have just witnessed is "the law of the jungle." that Randy Orton was the Apex Predator, but a younger, hungrier animal ripped his fangs out. Rusev then says he has killed the legend of The Legend Killer, and that SmackDown Live is his jungle now. Aiden English then sings a song he has come up with for Rusev Day, which mocks Orton's theme...and earns him an RKO out of nowhere. After an RKO from out of nowhere to Aiden English, he hits another one on Rusev.
General Manager Daniel Bryan meets with Sami Zayn, who says Commissioner Shane McMahon is coming. He says Shane is coming after Kevin Owens. Sami asks Daniel Bryan to ask Shane not to get involved in his match with Owens tonight, saying that Shane has his opportunity. Daniel Bryan says he will talk to Shane.
Backstage, Randy Orton asks Renee Young to tell Rusev that if he wants to step in his jungle, he will see him at Hell In A Cell.
Carmella ties the leash on James Ellsworth's collar to a turnbuckle bolt before the next match.
Charlotte Flair beats Carmella, then Natalya shows up. Natalya says it is great that Charlotte's father "The Nature Boy" Ric Flair is recovering so he can see his "overrated daughter" fail at Hell In A Cell.
We look back at the debut of John Cena against Kurt Angle in June 2002.
Next week on SmackDown Live: The Fashion Files returns!
The Undertaker arrives...but it is really Dolph Ziggler, trolling the fans once again. Ziggler says anyone can wear a Halloween costume, get in the ring and act like a zombie, but nobody can do what he does in the ring. Ziggler continues to speak. The lights go out. Suddenly, Bobby Roode shows up. Roode tells Ziggler he is an amazing in-ring competitor...and a hypocrite for saying he doesn't care what the fans think when he does. He goes on to say that the two of them are a lot alike. He says that if Ziggler says he is the greatest in-ring competitor in WWE, then he should back up those words by facing him at Hell In A Cell. Ziggler tells Roode that his entrance proves his point, and that he is everything wrong with the WWE. Ziggler says that if Roode wants a match with him at Hell In A Cell, he's on. Ziggler tries to mock The Undertaker's "Rest In Peace" phrase, but Roode stops him and says Hell In A Cell will be absolutely glorious.
Kevin Owens beats Sami Zayn due to referee stoppage after he powerbombs Sami Zayn into the ring apron. During the match, a cameraman backstage catches Commissioner Shane McMahon entering the building. After the match, referee Charles Robinson calls for medical help. As Sami is helped to the back, Kevin Owens gets up from the commentary table and runs Sami down, then grabs a steel chair. Shane runs out, but Owens throws a chair at him and retreats through the crowd.
Here are the top 10 moments from tonight's show!
"The Phenomenal" AJ Styles guests on commentary for the next match. As Baron Corbin is preoccupied with Styles, "The Perfect Ten" Tye Dillinger dumps Corbin out of the ring before the match begins.
Baron Corbin beats "The Perfect Ten" Tye Dillinger by count-out after splashing water into the face of "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles and tossing Dillinger into him at ringside. Corbin asks Styles if he feels dumb, saying he knew he and Dillinger would work together, and that AJ Styles could never succeed at defending the United States title against him one-on-one. He then says he will not take any shortcuts or squander any opportunities. At Hell in a Cell, he will take the United States title.
Jinder Mahal and The Singh Brothers (Sunil and Samir Singh) are in the ring. Last week, Jinder Mahal says he may have went a little too far. The crowd chants for "The King of Strong Style" Shinsuke Nakamura. Jinder says he respects Nakamura, and says that this week, he will compliment him. By that, he means making fun of him again on the TitanTron by showing faces of him. Suddenly, one of the photos of Nakamura moves. It's real footage of Nakamura, who is looking at Jinder. Nakamura then tells him "This is the face of Shinsuke Nakamura on SmackDown Live." He then appears for real. Jinder sics the Singh Brothers on Nakamura, and Jinder takes advantage of the numbers game to get the upper hand. Nakamura get Jinder in the ring. The Singh Brothers try to stop the Kinshasa from happening, but it does not work and Nakamura manages to hit Jinder with it anyway.
The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) show up to watch the next match from the front row.
The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) beat The Hype Bros (Zack Ryder and Mojo Rawley). After the match, The Usos confront The New Day, saying they only belong on the sidelines. At Hell In A Cell, they will be 5-time tag team champions. Kofi says The Usos don't know who they are talking to, and say they talk big game for someone who just lost the blue brand's tag titles. Big E says they talk big game about "The Uso Penitentiary." Xavier Woods says this gives them an idea: a tag team title match for the WWE SmackDown Tag Team Championships in a Hell In A Cell Match.
It is time for Rusev's Pride of Bulgaria Celebration. Aiden English welcomes the mayor of Rusev's hometown for Rusev's Pride of Bulgaria Celebration, then welcomes Rusev. Aiden then sings the Bulgarian national anthem as Rusev shows up carrying a Bulgarian flag to the ring and placing it in a flag holder. The mayor honors Rusev by presenting the key to the city and proclaims today to be "Rusev Day." Rusev speaks to the mayor in Bulgarian, then takes the time to relive his win against Randy Orton from last week. He says that what we have just witnessed is "the law of the jungle." that Randy Orton was the Apex Predator, but a younger, hungrier animal ripped his fangs out. Rusev then says he has killed the legend of The Legend Killer, and that SmackDown Live is his jungle now. Aiden English then sings a song he has come up with for Rusev Day, which mocks Orton's theme...and earns him an RKO out of nowhere. After an RKO from out of nowhere to Aiden English, he hits another one on Rusev.
General Manager Daniel Bryan meets with Sami Zayn, who says Commissioner Shane McMahon is coming. He says Shane is coming after Kevin Owens. Sami asks Daniel Bryan to ask Shane not to get involved in his match with Owens tonight, saying that Shane has his opportunity. Daniel Bryan says he will talk to Shane.
Backstage, Randy Orton asks Renee Young to tell Rusev that if he wants to step in his jungle, he will see him at Hell In A Cell.
Carmella ties the leash on James Ellsworth's collar to a turnbuckle bolt before the next match.
Charlotte Flair beats Carmella, then Natalya shows up. Natalya says it is great that Charlotte's father "The Nature Boy" Ric Flair is recovering so he can see his "overrated daughter" fail at Hell In A Cell.
We look back at the debut of John Cena against Kurt Angle in June 2002.
Next week on SmackDown Live: The Fashion Files returns!
The Undertaker arrives...but it is really Dolph Ziggler, trolling the fans once again. Ziggler says anyone can wear a Halloween costume, get in the ring and act like a zombie, but nobody can do what he does in the ring. Ziggler continues to speak. The lights go out. Suddenly, Bobby Roode shows up. Roode tells Ziggler he is an amazing in-ring competitor...and a hypocrite for saying he doesn't care what the fans think when he does. He goes on to say that the two of them are a lot alike. He says that if Ziggler says he is the greatest in-ring competitor in WWE, then he should back up those words by facing him at Hell In A Cell. Ziggler tells Roode that his entrance proves his point, and that he is everything wrong with the WWE. Ziggler says that if Roode wants a match with him at Hell In A Cell, he's on. Ziggler tries to mock The Undertaker's "Rest In Peace" phrase, but Roode stops him and says Hell In A Cell will be absolutely glorious.
Kevin Owens beats Sami Zayn due to referee stoppage after he powerbombs Sami Zayn into the ring apron. During the match, a cameraman backstage catches Commissioner Shane McMahon entering the building. After the match, referee Charles Robinson calls for medical help. As Sami is helped to the back, Kevin Owens gets up from the commentary table and runs Sami down, then grabs a steel chair. Shane runs out, but Owens throws a chair at him and retreats through the crowd.
Here are the top 10 moments from tonight's show!
Monday, September 25, 2017
Raw Deal - Raw recap for September 25, 2017
Tonight's show starts with Miz TV, with special guest Roman Reigns. Miz apologizes for the booing, but Roman says "We like it loud." Miz talks about Roman's recent string of victories, and says his match with John Cena last night was a "passing of the torch" moment according to Cena. Roman says he respects John Cena now. He says Cena said a lot of things and backed it up, and says he has done that and held the fort down for 15 years. This makes him even prouder that he beat John Cena, and says it is the biggest win of his career. Roman then says he doesn't understand why he is suddenly talking to "an idiot" like Miz. The Miz says he is "the guy," because he is the one in the ring with the championship after last night and the one who proved Jason Jordan a loser. Roman says Jordan is a thoroughbred, and that Miz can't beat him one-on-one. He says he can't win without Bo Dallas and Curtis Axel, and tells Miz to get him a drink. Miz says this show is a classy establishment, and they do not drink beer. Miz says Roman was riding coattails himself five years ago, and says The Miztourage (The Miz, Bo Dallas, Curtis Axel) would beat The Shield (Dean Ambrose, Seth Rollins, Roman Reigns). Roman says The Shield would whip their asses, and says The Shield is not coming back since he is doing his thing and Seth Rollins and Dean Ambrose theirs. After Roman says he is going for the Universal title, The Miz says Roman has disrespected The Miztourage, and says Roman hasn't won the big one yet. Miz says that since he came to Raw, he has won matches where it mattered and became the man to beat. Roman takes this as a challenge, and asks the crowd if they want to see him beat The Miz. The Miz wants no part of this, but Roman wants a fight. The Miz leaves with the rest of The Miztourage, but General Manager Kurt Angle shows up. Angle tells Miz to tell Maryse he'll be home late, because Roman vs. Miz is now official. As for Bo and Curtis, they have a match with Jason Jordan and Matt Hardy...and it's next.
Matt Hardy and Jason Jordan beat The Miztourage (Bo Dallas and Curtis Axel). During the match, it is announced that Jeff Hardy's right shoulder is injured following last week's Six Pack Challenge Match and will require surgery.
There will be a special encore presentation of the season premiere of Total Bellas after Raw (as well as a new episode of WWE Story Time on the WWE Network).
Elias sing about the town he is in as well as Apollo Crews until Crews' entrance interrupts him.
Elias beats Apollo Crews after kicking at Titus O'Neil, distracting Apollo just enough to hit Drift Away when he gets him back in the ring. After the match, Elias gets Titus in the ring, but Titus fights back.
Charly Caruso interviews Finn Balor. Finn thanks Bray Wyatt for doubting him as a man and pushing him to the limit. He also thanks Bray for making him do things he didn't think he would do, and hopes he feels a bit of humility, not just for him, but for Goldust and anyone else he has victimized in the past. With Bray Wyatt now behind him, Finn is looking forward to taking back the WWE Universal Championship.
Curt Hawkins is in the ring. He says the "Curt Hawkins History Machine" is up and running. He asks who wants to make history with him so he can end his losing streak...and Braun Strowman answers. Hawkins runs into the crowd only to be choke slammed into a table and power slammed into the LED boards of the Minitron. Braun gets back in the ring says he will be razing a path of destruction after what happened, and he will not stop until he gets a real fight. That challenge is answered by Dean Ambrose, who glances at Hawkins before shrugging and heading to the ring.
Braun Strowman beats Dean Ambrose after catching him out of the air and hitting him with a running powerslam.
General Manager Kurt Angle asks a referee to keep an eye out for The Miztourage (Bo Dallas and Curtis Axel) when The Miz faces Roman Reigns when Enzo Amore shows up. Enzo asks Angle how big he wants to make the show tonight, and wants to have a championship celebration tonight. Angle says Enzo's victory was suspect, but Enzo gets worked up about it, saying everyone gets one, and Angle lets him have it. When Angle tries to give him advice concerning his first-ever championship reign, Enzo turns it down.
Tonight's great moment in WWE History: "Stone Cold" Steve Austin with the Coors Light truck and the beer bath from March 1999.
In the locker room, Seth Rollins hands Dean Ambrose an ice pack and asks him to be more careful. Dean says he's taking chances and risks, but Seth says he has a match and wanted him to be at ringside. Seth asks him to let him know when he does something like this again. Dean tells Seth to be less predictable. Dean mentions what Seth has done as of late as a counter-point, and Seth says he will talk to General Manager Kurt Angle and get a match with Strowman next week.
Alexa Bliss shows up. Alexa says she has had issues with the fans in the past, but she considers each and every one of them her friends. She says the fans feel that way, too, but she has to be honest with them. She is disappointed with each and every one of them. She says she beat four women - the best the red brand has to offer - only to get nonsense and gossip on her social media feed. She says the fans are so preoccupied with tomorrow that they don't care if they are in front of a goddess right now. Alexa goes on to say that she doesn't need this, as she cleaned the red brand's Women's division out. Suddenly, Mickie James shows up. Mickie James says she was not in last night's Fatal 5-Way, and mentions Alexa's rant on last night's Raw Talk, where she mentioned her by name. Alexa says she respects her, and if she didn't, she wouldn't have brought her back to WWE. As she makes jokes about her, Mickie James wants to know if Alexa is scared. Alexa says Mickie James has still got it and that she loves her, but she doesn't want to see her break a hip. Mickie says she knows who she is, and that she has broken bones, hearts and barriers before Alexa wore a training bra, "which is obviously still working out well for [her]." Mickie wants Alexa to repeat what she said on Raw Talk or get out, as the ring is no place for a coward. Alexa calls Mickie "an old lady," and gets smacked around for her efforts.
Seth Rollins beats Sheamus.
Backstage, Finn Balor runs into Goldust, who is now back in full make-up. Goldust feels slighted after Finn's comments from earlier, saying Finn is an extraordinary man who can do extraordinary things, but he is not a victim. Finn Balor apologizes to Goldust. Goldust apologizes to Finn. They do a fist bump, but Goldust then slaps Finn. Goldust tells Finn to keep his friends close and his enemies closer, then says "The Godfather, 1974."
Roman Reigns beats The Miz. After the match, Bo Dallas and Curtis Axel take the boots to Roman Reigns. Suddenly, Roman Reigns fights back, and hits Miz with another Superman Punch. Instead of going for the Spear, he goes for a powerbomb, and Bo and Axel strike Roman from behind with steel chairs before helping Miz hit Roman with a Skull Crushing Finale. As The Miztourage (Miz, Bo, Axel) leaves, Miz looks back. The three of them run back into the ring and punish Roman some more. Miz lays a steel chair on the mat to ready a Skull Crushing Finale into a steel chair, and he hits it with help from Bo and Axel. Following a second one, The Miztourage stand over their handiwork, then mocks The Shield's (Dean Ambrose, Seth Rollins, Roman Reigns) signature fist bump.
This Wednesday on NXT: Eric Young vs. Adam Cole!
Finn Balor beats Goldust. After his match, Bray Wyatt makes his presence known.
Backstage, Sasha Banks and Bayley converse. Sasha says she was so close to being champion again. Bayley says she wasn't the only one. Sasha says she is over it, and so should Bayley. Tonight, they team with Nia Jax and Emma. Sasha says Nia Jax nearly ended Bayley's career. Bayley says she cannot stop thinking about that moment, and says that tonight, she will make Nia Jax feel her pain.
Enzo Amore catches up with General Manager Kurt Angle backstage. He asks for a no-contest clause during his celebration, and if anyone in the Cruiserweight Divison touches him, they lose any chance at a title shot against him. Angle gives that clause to him so that nobody attacks Enzo during his celebration. He then tells Enzo that he is "annoying as hell."
Tomorrow night on 205 Live: Akira Tozawa vs. "The Premiere Athlete" Tony Nese!
Sasha Banks and Bayley beat Nia Jax and Emma.
Seth Rollins vs. Braun Strowman is made official for next week, as is Roman Reigns vs. The Miz for the WWE Intercontinental Championship.
Enzo Amore shows up for his Cruiserweight Championship celebration. Enzo says it was all a dream, and that dream became reality as he is the new WWE Cruiserweight Champion. Enzo talks about his morning. He woke up from his king-size bed, and saw the most beautiful woman he had ever laid eyes on: the belt. He started reflecting on the last couple of months, as he has dealt with some real scrutiny. He says people are jealous of him like Big Cass is jealous, and that the last time he saw him, he was hobbling out of the arena. He says that he was the one holding Big Cass up. As for those who say he can't wrestle, all he can say is that he did it. He then pulls a black cloth off an easel, and behind it is a "Certified G" jersey under glass as he says that he made 205 Live relevant. All of a sudden, the rest of the 205 Live roster shows up, and Enzo says he sees a bunch of haters. Enzo is the pot calling the kettle black as he calls Rich Swann a champion-turned-dancing nobody. He says Cedric Alexander is "the man charisma forgot" and says Gran Metalik looks like he is over 205 lbs. Enzo says that he is glad Drew Gulak is in a suit and tie and not "Captain Underpants," then calls Jack Gallagher "tea cup." Suddenly, Neville shows up. seemingly looking like an emotional wreck. Enzo says Neville's crown is around the shoulder of a real man. Enzo goes on to make fun of Neville's ears, and tells Neville the truth hurts before dancing in the ring. Neville says Enzo Amore is right, and that the truth is brutal. He says the truth is so unbearable and toxic that he has alienated everyone he has come into contact with. Neville goes on to say that Enzo was dumped onto the Cruiserweight Division, and says he is nothing but a disgrace to 205 Live, as Enzo made of the Cruiserweight Division, 205 Live and even himself when he kicked him in the groin.. Neville says he is here on behalf of the Cruiserweight Division to end Enzo. He runs into the ring, but Enzo exercises his no-contact clause. Enzo reminds Neville that he never took part in the last hour of Raw as long as he had the Cruiserweight title, and says he is a star with merchandise sales and money that Neville cannot even touch. Enzo says Neville cannot even touch him when it comes to merchandise sales and money, and tells him to get out of the ring. Despite the no-contact clause, Neville attacks Enzo anyway in a fit of rage. Enzo tries to stumble away, but the rest of the Cruiserweight Division keeps him from getting away and moves him back towards Neville, who continues to beat the crap out of him. The rest of the Cruiserweight Division claps before Neville hits the Red Arrow.
After the show went off the air, Braun Strowman shows up, hits Enzo Amore with the running powerslam, then the entire Cruiserweight Division beats up Enzo.
Here are the top 10 moments from tonight's show!
Matt Hardy and Jason Jordan beat The Miztourage (Bo Dallas and Curtis Axel). During the match, it is announced that Jeff Hardy's right shoulder is injured following last week's Six Pack Challenge Match and will require surgery.
There will be a special encore presentation of the season premiere of Total Bellas after Raw (as well as a new episode of WWE Story Time on the WWE Network).
Elias sing about the town he is in as well as Apollo Crews until Crews' entrance interrupts him.
Elias beats Apollo Crews after kicking at Titus O'Neil, distracting Apollo just enough to hit Drift Away when he gets him back in the ring. After the match, Elias gets Titus in the ring, but Titus fights back.
Charly Caruso interviews Finn Balor. Finn thanks Bray Wyatt for doubting him as a man and pushing him to the limit. He also thanks Bray for making him do things he didn't think he would do, and hopes he feels a bit of humility, not just for him, but for Goldust and anyone else he has victimized in the past. With Bray Wyatt now behind him, Finn is looking forward to taking back the WWE Universal Championship.
Curt Hawkins is in the ring. He says the "Curt Hawkins History Machine" is up and running. He asks who wants to make history with him so he can end his losing streak...and Braun Strowman answers. Hawkins runs into the crowd only to be choke slammed into a table and power slammed into the LED boards of the Minitron. Braun gets back in the ring says he will be razing a path of destruction after what happened, and he will not stop until he gets a real fight. That challenge is answered by Dean Ambrose, who glances at Hawkins before shrugging and heading to the ring.
Braun Strowman beats Dean Ambrose after catching him out of the air and hitting him with a running powerslam.
General Manager Kurt Angle asks a referee to keep an eye out for The Miztourage (Bo Dallas and Curtis Axel) when The Miz faces Roman Reigns when Enzo Amore shows up. Enzo asks Angle how big he wants to make the show tonight, and wants to have a championship celebration tonight. Angle says Enzo's victory was suspect, but Enzo gets worked up about it, saying everyone gets one, and Angle lets him have it. When Angle tries to give him advice concerning his first-ever championship reign, Enzo turns it down.
Tonight's great moment in WWE History: "Stone Cold" Steve Austin with the Coors Light truck and the beer bath from March 1999.
In the locker room, Seth Rollins hands Dean Ambrose an ice pack and asks him to be more careful. Dean says he's taking chances and risks, but Seth says he has a match and wanted him to be at ringside. Seth asks him to let him know when he does something like this again. Dean tells Seth to be less predictable. Dean mentions what Seth has done as of late as a counter-point, and Seth says he will talk to General Manager Kurt Angle and get a match with Strowman next week.
Alexa Bliss shows up. Alexa says she has had issues with the fans in the past, but she considers each and every one of them her friends. She says the fans feel that way, too, but she has to be honest with them. She is disappointed with each and every one of them. She says she beat four women - the best the red brand has to offer - only to get nonsense and gossip on her social media feed. She says the fans are so preoccupied with tomorrow that they don't care if they are in front of a goddess right now. Alexa goes on to say that she doesn't need this, as she cleaned the red brand's Women's division out. Suddenly, Mickie James shows up. Mickie James says she was not in last night's Fatal 5-Way, and mentions Alexa's rant on last night's Raw Talk, where she mentioned her by name. Alexa says she respects her, and if she didn't, she wouldn't have brought her back to WWE. As she makes jokes about her, Mickie James wants to know if Alexa is scared. Alexa says Mickie James has still got it and that she loves her, but she doesn't want to see her break a hip. Mickie says she knows who she is, and that she has broken bones, hearts and barriers before Alexa wore a training bra, "which is obviously still working out well for [her]." Mickie wants Alexa to repeat what she said on Raw Talk or get out, as the ring is no place for a coward. Alexa calls Mickie "an old lady," and gets smacked around for her efforts.
Seth Rollins beats Sheamus.
Backstage, Finn Balor runs into Goldust, who is now back in full make-up. Goldust feels slighted after Finn's comments from earlier, saying Finn is an extraordinary man who can do extraordinary things, but he is not a victim. Finn Balor apologizes to Goldust. Goldust apologizes to Finn. They do a fist bump, but Goldust then slaps Finn. Goldust tells Finn to keep his friends close and his enemies closer, then says "The Godfather, 1974."
Roman Reigns beats The Miz. After the match, Bo Dallas and Curtis Axel take the boots to Roman Reigns. Suddenly, Roman Reigns fights back, and hits Miz with another Superman Punch. Instead of going for the Spear, he goes for a powerbomb, and Bo and Axel strike Roman from behind with steel chairs before helping Miz hit Roman with a Skull Crushing Finale. As The Miztourage (Miz, Bo, Axel) leaves, Miz looks back. The three of them run back into the ring and punish Roman some more. Miz lays a steel chair on the mat to ready a Skull Crushing Finale into a steel chair, and he hits it with help from Bo and Axel. Following a second one, The Miztourage stand over their handiwork, then mocks The Shield's (Dean Ambrose, Seth Rollins, Roman Reigns) signature fist bump.
This Wednesday on NXT: Eric Young vs. Adam Cole!
Finn Balor beats Goldust. After his match, Bray Wyatt makes his presence known.
Backstage, Sasha Banks and Bayley converse. Sasha says she was so close to being champion again. Bayley says she wasn't the only one. Sasha says she is over it, and so should Bayley. Tonight, they team with Nia Jax and Emma. Sasha says Nia Jax nearly ended Bayley's career. Bayley says she cannot stop thinking about that moment, and says that tonight, she will make Nia Jax feel her pain.
Enzo Amore catches up with General Manager Kurt Angle backstage. He asks for a no-contest clause during his celebration, and if anyone in the Cruiserweight Divison touches him, they lose any chance at a title shot against him. Angle gives that clause to him so that nobody attacks Enzo during his celebration. He then tells Enzo that he is "annoying as hell."
Tomorrow night on 205 Live: Akira Tozawa vs. "The Premiere Athlete" Tony Nese!
Sasha Banks and Bayley beat Nia Jax and Emma.
Seth Rollins vs. Braun Strowman is made official for next week, as is Roman Reigns vs. The Miz for the WWE Intercontinental Championship.
Enzo Amore shows up for his Cruiserweight Championship celebration. Enzo says it was all a dream, and that dream became reality as he is the new WWE Cruiserweight Champion. Enzo talks about his morning. He woke up from his king-size bed, and saw the most beautiful woman he had ever laid eyes on: the belt. He started reflecting on the last couple of months, as he has dealt with some real scrutiny. He says people are jealous of him like Big Cass is jealous, and that the last time he saw him, he was hobbling out of the arena. He says that he was the one holding Big Cass up. As for those who say he can't wrestle, all he can say is that he did it. He then pulls a black cloth off an easel, and behind it is a "Certified G" jersey under glass as he says that he made 205 Live relevant. All of a sudden, the rest of the 205 Live roster shows up, and Enzo says he sees a bunch of haters. Enzo is the pot calling the kettle black as he calls Rich Swann a champion-turned-dancing nobody. He says Cedric Alexander is "the man charisma forgot" and says Gran Metalik looks like he is over 205 lbs. Enzo says that he is glad Drew Gulak is in a suit and tie and not "Captain Underpants," then calls Jack Gallagher "tea cup." Suddenly, Neville shows up. seemingly looking like an emotional wreck. Enzo says Neville's crown is around the shoulder of a real man. Enzo goes on to make fun of Neville's ears, and tells Neville the truth hurts before dancing in the ring. Neville says Enzo Amore is right, and that the truth is brutal. He says the truth is so unbearable and toxic that he has alienated everyone he has come into contact with. Neville goes on to say that Enzo was dumped onto the Cruiserweight Division, and says he is nothing but a disgrace to 205 Live, as Enzo made of the Cruiserweight Division, 205 Live and even himself when he kicked him in the groin.. Neville says he is here on behalf of the Cruiserweight Division to end Enzo. He runs into the ring, but Enzo exercises his no-contact clause. Enzo reminds Neville that he never took part in the last hour of Raw as long as he had the Cruiserweight title, and says he is a star with merchandise sales and money that Neville cannot even touch. Enzo says Neville cannot even touch him when it comes to merchandise sales and money, and tells him to get out of the ring. Despite the no-contact clause, Neville attacks Enzo anyway in a fit of rage. Enzo tries to stumble away, but the rest of the Cruiserweight Division keeps him from getting away and moves him back towards Neville, who continues to beat the crap out of him. The rest of the Cruiserweight Division claps before Neville hits the Red Arrow.
After the show went off the air, Braun Strowman shows up, hits Enzo Amore with the running powerslam, then the entire Cruiserweight Division beats up Enzo.
Here are the top 10 moments from tonight's show!
Sunday, September 24, 2017
No Mercy 2017 - The LIVE Results
Braun Strowman says there is no more running and hiding. Tonight, he will destroy Brock Lesnar, who may have gotten up before, but not tonight. He says The Beast will fall before The Monster Among Men.
As Raw General Manager Kurt Angle talks about John Cena, The Miz shows up and says he always appears in WrestleMania-worthy moments, and says he should be wishing his son Jason Jordan luck instead of, as he will finally be there for him when he loses to him. He tells him to hand Jason Jordan a handkerchief and blow his nose for him, because he will lose. Jerry "The King" Lawler warns him not to continue with this, because he went through this with Bret "The Hit Man" Hart, and that it came back to haunt him when it gave Bret the extra incentive to kick his butt. The Miz goes on to say that the WWE Intercontinental Championship is nothing without him, as he made the title, and says he will retain it against Angle's "loser son."
Mike Rome interviews Neville, who says that his match with Enzo Amore will be a quick affair as Enzo is no fighter, and more of an entertainer than an athlete. He says that WWE deals primarily in athletics. He says Enzo may have found it hilarious to kick him in the crotch, but he will find the look on everyone's face when they find out Enzo is horrifically disfigured with a broken noise and a fractured jaw funnier.
Alexa Bliss is in the Social Media Lounge. She says Asuka will be a big help to the Raw Women's Division, but she hasn't faced a goddess. Alexa Bliss is in the Social Media Lounge. She says Asuka will be a big help to the Raw Women's Division, but she hasn't faced a goddess. After telling a fan she will not marry him, Alexa Bliss says she will do whatever it takes to keep the Raw Women's Title. (Authors' note: Sorry, Robby.)
Elias sings about Titus O'Neil, Apollo Crews and Los Angeles, California - and makes fun of all three - before the next match. Apollo Crews cuts him off before he can say a dirty word.
Elias beats Apollo Crews after sending Crews into the corner sternum first prior to Drift Away. After the match, Elias takes the boots to Apollo, but runs away as soon as Titus O'Neil gets in the ring.
Mike Rome interviews Paul Heyman, who says the real question is "Can Brock Lesnar be the beast among a monster?" after admitting that Braun Strowman has asserted himself as the monster among men and as the hungriest and most destructive competitor on Lesnar's plate thus far.
The Miz retains the WWE Intercontinental Championship against Jason Jordan after Bo Dallas' presence in the ring distracts the referee, allowing Curtis Axel to hit Jason Jordan with a cheap shot to allow Miz to hit the Skull Crushing Finale. After the match, Renee Young interviews Jason Jordan. He says he is disappointed, and says he still does not respect The Miz and wants a rematch. He says that when Kurt Angle shows up, the crowd chants "You suck." As far as The Miz is concerned, he says Miz sucks.
Bray Wyatt attacks Finn Balor from behind and slams him into the commentary table to the point that he is seriously hurt. Two other referees show up and check on Finn, then escort him to the back. Bray Wyatt then laughs and brags about what he did, telling Finn "Run away, little coward." He tells Finn that he is a god before proclaiming that Finn is neither demon or man, but a coward. This fires Finn Balor up, and Finn runs into the ring, starting the match.
Finn Balor beats Bray Wyatt.
It is announced that Asuka will debut on the Raw brand at Tables, Ladders and Chairs on October 22nd.
Charly Caruso interviews Sheamus and Cesaro. Sheamus says they are tall, dominant alpha males, and that the world adjusts to them. Cesaro says that they adjust. Sheamus says that when the match turns ugly, Dean Ambrose and Seth Rollins won't be able to, and will turn on each other.
Seth Rollins and Dean Ambrose retain the WWE Raw Tag Team Championships against Sheamus and Cesaro after Dean drops to avoid a Brogue Kick and Sheamus accidentally Brogue Kicks Cesaro when Dean ducks a second one. At one point in the match, Cesaro loses some of his upper teeth and starts bleeding from the mouth after being launched face-first into the top turnbuckle by Ambrose, and Cesaro has to get quick medical attention afterwards. It is revealed the following day that he did not actually lose those teeth, but instead had them pushed upwards into his gums from the impact. Cesaro had to receive stitches before getting emergency surgery.
Alexa Bliss retains the WWE Raw Women's Championship against Nia Jax, Bayley, Sasha Banks and Emma in a Fatal 5-Way Match. Renee Young interviews Alexa Bliss after the match, and Alexa says there are plenty of stars in Los Angeles...but only one goddess.
We look back at Eddie Guerrero vs. Batista for the World Heavyweight Championship at No Mercy 2005.
Roman Reigns beats John Cena. Cena raises Roman's hand in a show of respect after the match.
We see an advertisement for WWE 2K18.
WWE and NBC Universo look back at the life and career of boxing legend Julio Cesar Chavez as part of Hispanic Heritage Month.
Raw General Manager Kurt Angle is on the phone when The Miztourage shows up. Miz mocks Angle and Jason Jordan again. Miz then asks to do a special edition of Miz TV tomorrow night where he interviews Roman Reigns, and also says he has old buddies to bring out and even some questions to ask. Angle says this is a great idea, and that it will kick off the show.
Before the next match, Enzo mentions Neville calling himself the most brutal Cruiserweight on the planet. He then says that of all the Cruiserweights, he is the ugliest, saying he looks like Frodo and Gollum had a baby. Enzo also mentions the fact that Neville fancies himself the king of the Cruiserweights, and asks what a king is without a Queen. He says he will take "Neville's girl," the Cruiserweight title, and that he will leave him with nothing but cookie dough to play with, and like dough, he's S-A-W-F-T.
Enzo Amore beats Neville to become the WWE Cruiserweight Champion! During the match, Neville throws Enzo into the timekeeper's area. When he comes out, he is holding the WWE Cruiserweight Championship in his hands. He gets Neville to chase him around, then rears the title back before gently handing it back to the referee. As the referee returns the title, he kicks Neville in the groin and stacks him up for the win.
Brock Lesnar retains the WWE Universal Championship against Braun Strowman after finally hitting an F5 despite enduring three running powerslams.
Here are the results, in video form.
On Raw Talk, John Cena answers the question of whether or not he is retiring from WWE.
Saturday, September 23, 2017
Honor Roll - Ring of Honor recap for September 23, 2017
At the start of the show, the lights go out, then come back on. When they come back on, a woman dressed as an angel opens a present, and out comes "God's Gift" Q.T. Marshall.
Josh "The Goods" Woods beats "God's Gift" QT Marshall with a Triangle Hold converted into an ankle lock.
It's time for Caprice Coleman's Pulpit. This week's guests are The Briscoes (Jay and Mark Briscoes). Mark comes out wearing a green tie over his T-shirt, while Jay is nowhere to be seen, with Mark saying Jay is not in a good place. After Mark mentions that Jay has knocked his teeth in the past, he says that Jay is in a dark place as of late and not necessarily doing well or stable. When Caprice Coleman implies that Mark has all of his championship reigns in Ring of Honor because of his brother, Mark takes his tie off. Caprice Coleman also implies that Bully Ray is overshadowing The Briscoes, and Mark says that this is not the case and that there is no strain in the relationship between him and Jay. Concerning the future of The Briscoes, Mark says they aren't going anywhere, but Jay could use an attitude adjustment. He says things are changing and he has to put things in perspective, though it will take him a little bit of time. Nevertheless, they aren't going anywhere.
Footage from the War of the Worlds UK tour is now available at ROHWrestling.com.
"The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes guests on commentary for the next match.
"The Heavy Metal Rebel" Frankie Kazarian wins the Honor Rumble, last eliminating Jay Lethal, and earns a shot at the ROH World Championship next week. During the match, Sal Rinauro makes a surprise appearance only to become the first four people eliminated by Shane Taylor. Cody Rhodes then briefly leaves the commentary table to hand Shane a wad of cash. Later on in the match, the last man to enter is WCW alumnus Glacier, who ends up being eliminated by Bully Ray. When Jay Lethal and "The Heavy Metal Rebel" Frankie Kazarian are the only two competitors left, "The Almighty" Christopher Daniels distracts referee Todd Sinclair to keep him from seeing Lethal toss Kazarian over the top rope. Lethal sends Daniels into the ring and hits him with the Lethal Injection, but Kazarian ends up tossing Lethal over the top rope. After the match, Daniels calls the crowd "ungrateful garbage" and "spoiled, entitled pieces of trash." He says that after everything he and Kazarian did for wrestling, they turned their backs on them and embraced "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes. Daniels says the fans can chant Cody's name all they want, because next week, Kazarian will kick Cody's ass, win the ROH World Championship and keep it away from "assbags like you."
Josh "The Goods" Woods beats "God's Gift" QT Marshall with a Triangle Hold converted into an ankle lock.
It's time for Caprice Coleman's Pulpit. This week's guests are The Briscoes (Jay and Mark Briscoes). Mark comes out wearing a green tie over his T-shirt, while Jay is nowhere to be seen, with Mark saying Jay is not in a good place. After Mark mentions that Jay has knocked his teeth in the past, he says that Jay is in a dark place as of late and not necessarily doing well or stable. When Caprice Coleman implies that Mark has all of his championship reigns in Ring of Honor because of his brother, Mark takes his tie off. Caprice Coleman also implies that Bully Ray is overshadowing The Briscoes, and Mark says that this is not the case and that there is no strain in the relationship between him and Jay. Concerning the future of The Briscoes, Mark says they aren't going anywhere, but Jay could use an attitude adjustment. He says things are changing and he has to put things in perspective, though it will take him a little bit of time. Nevertheless, they aren't going anywhere.
Footage from the War of the Worlds UK tour is now available at ROHWrestling.com.
"The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes guests on commentary for the next match.
"The Heavy Metal Rebel" Frankie Kazarian wins the Honor Rumble, last eliminating Jay Lethal, and earns a shot at the ROH World Championship next week. During the match, Sal Rinauro makes a surprise appearance only to become the first four people eliminated by Shane Taylor. Cody Rhodes then briefly leaves the commentary table to hand Shane a wad of cash. Later on in the match, the last man to enter is WCW alumnus Glacier, who ends up being eliminated by Bully Ray. When Jay Lethal and "The Heavy Metal Rebel" Frankie Kazarian are the only two competitors left, "The Almighty" Christopher Daniels distracts referee Todd Sinclair to keep him from seeing Lethal toss Kazarian over the top rope. Lethal sends Daniels into the ring and hits him with the Lethal Injection, but Kazarian ends up tossing Lethal over the top rope. After the match, Daniels calls the crowd "ungrateful garbage" and "spoiled, entitled pieces of trash." He says that after everything he and Kazarian did for wrestling, they turned their backs on them and embraced "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes. Daniels says the fans can chant Cody's name all they want, because next week, Kazarian will kick Cody's ass, win the ROH World Championship and keep it away from "assbags like you."
Saturday Night's Main Event - Main Event recap for September 23, 2017
Results courtesy of dailywrestlingnews.com.
Heath Slater beats Dash Wilder.
Lince Dorado and Mustafa Ali beat "The Premiere Athlete" Tony Nese and Ariya Daivari.
Heath Slater beats Dash Wilder.
Lince Dorado and Mustafa Ali beat "The Premiere Athlete" Tony Nese and Ariya Daivari.
Friday, September 22, 2017
Death Before Dishonor 2017 - The Recap
The Tempura Boys (Sho and Yo) beat the debuting tag team of The Dawgs (Rhett Titus and Will Ferrara), who are now under the gimmick of a dysfunctional tag team who get some sort of results despite said dysfunction and come out to the ring dressed like Raoul Duke and Dr. Gonzo from Fear and Loathing In Las Vegas, in a YouTube-exclusive match. Cheeseburger guests on commentary. After the match, The Dawgs attack The Tempura Boys, and Cheeseburger fights Ferrara only to get drop kicked by Titus. Titus and Ferrara proceed to hit Sho with an assisted powerbomb and choke him out with a chain, then Cheeseburger runs back into the ring with a steel chair to chase The Dawgs out of the ring.
The Briscoes (Jay and Mark Briscoe) and Bully Ray beat The Kingdom (Matt Taven, TK O'Ryan, Vinny Marseglia) to earn a shot at the ROH World Six-Man Tag Team Championships later tonight. After the match, Jay Briscoe gets in the ring with a steel chair, confronts Mark Briscoe for a few seconds, then throws the steel chair at Vinny Marseglia's head.
It is announced that Kenny Omega will be at all four Global Wars events in October in Chicago, Illinois.
We see some footage where Bullet Club ("The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes, Matt Jackson, Nick Jackson, "The Villain" Marty Scurll) are looking for "Hangman" Adam Page, and asks the ROH Board of Directors and the fans to see to his safe return.
"The Villain" Marty Scurll beats Chuckie T with the Chickenwing after referee Todd Sinclair inadvertently slows Chuckie T down.
Jay White comes out of the crowd and attacks Punishment Martinez from behind with a steel chair before the next match begins.
Punishment Martinez beats Jay White in a Las Vegas Street Fight after hitting South Of Heaven on thumbtacks. During the match, Martinez becomes the first person in ROH to kick out of the Kiwi Crusher and Jay White kicks out after being driven through six chairs at the same time twice before the attempted pinfall.
"Hangman" Adam Page almost fails to show up for the next match, but then he shows up, his mouth gagged and his wrist wrapped in duct tape. Duct tapes is also seen on his boots. Nevertheless, he is able to find off his opponents - and hits a very good moonsault - while still bound.
Bullet Club (Matt Jackson, Nick Jackson, "Hangman" Adam Page) retain the ROH World Six-Man Tag Team Championships against The Briscoes (Jay and Mark Briscoe) and Bully Ray. During the match, Jay Briscoe slams the side of a table he has set up on the ropes on the head of Bully Ray, knocking him out. Mark stares at Jay in disbelief, and "Hangman" Adam Page pins Bully Ray to retain. After the match, Jay tells Mark "We're the baddest tag team on the planet" and tells him to forget Bully Ray. Mark checks on Bully Ray, while Jay heads to the back.
Kenny King beats KUSHIDA to become the ROH World Television Champion! Kenny King's daughter celebrates with Kenny after the match, and both KUSHIDA and Kenny King show respect to one another.
"The Last Real Man" Silas Young beats Jay Lethal in a Last Man Standing Match. During the match, The Beer City Bruiser gets involved, but he gets put through a table by Lethal. Later on, Lethal ties Silas to the bottom rope with duct tape, but leaves the duct tape roll. He goes for a Figure Four, but Silas kicks Lethal into referee Todd Sinclair. Sinclair and Lethal bump heads, and Lethal's forehead is busted open. After Silas hits Misery, Lethal gets up, and Silas hits him with Lethal Injection. Lethal gets up at the count of nine, and Silas brings out a giant ladder. Lethal sweeps Silas off his feet, causing Silas to hit his head on the ladder before Lethal hits Lethal Injection. Silas gets up, but get hits with another Lethal Injection. Lethal gets out of the ring and sets up the ladder at ringside, before setting up a table next to the ladder. Silas grabs a steel chair, and Lethal hits Silas with a superkick before Silas can hit him with it. After laying Silas on the table, Lethal climbs up the ladder as the crowd chants "Please don't die!", but Silas gets up, hits Lethal in the leg and then hits Lethal in the back with a steel chair before gong up the ladder with a zip tie. Silas zip ties Lethal's left hand on the top of the ladder, and both men exchange blows until the ladder tumbles, sending both men into the nearly table. Silas manages to get up before Lethal and wins the match.
The Motor City Machine Guns (Chris Sabin and Alex Shelley) beat The Young Bucks (Matt and Nick Jackson) to become the ROH World Tag Team Champions! During the match, the referee falls victim to a superkick during a superkick party, and Bad Influence ("The Almighty" Christopher Daniels and "The Heavy Metal Rebel" Frankie Kazrian) attack The Motor City Machine Guns. Sabin saves Shelley from an Angel's Wings into a steel chair with a superkick, and the Bucks get back int he ring to put Sabin and Shelley in the double Sharpshooters. Bad Influence gets back in the ring and attack the Bucks from behind before throwing them out of the ring. Both teams in this match turn the tables on Bad Influence and hit - with the assistance of The Motor City Machine Guns - a double Indytaker on both Daniels and Kazarian. At this point, the referee is coming to, and The Motor City Machine Guns end up winning the match and the tag team titles. After the match, The Young Bucks take the tag team titles and personally hand them to the Machine Guns.
Before the next match, "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes comes out with Brandi Rhodes and four Las Vegas showgirls.
"The American Nightmrae" Cody Rhodes retains the ROH World Championship against Minoru Suzuki after reversing a rear naked choke attempt into the Cross Rhodes. After the match, Suzuki punches out a member of security before nearly doing the same to Carey Silkin.
The Briscoes (Jay and Mark Briscoe) and Bully Ray beat The Kingdom (Matt Taven, TK O'Ryan, Vinny Marseglia) to earn a shot at the ROH World Six-Man Tag Team Championships later tonight. After the match, Jay Briscoe gets in the ring with a steel chair, confronts Mark Briscoe for a few seconds, then throws the steel chair at Vinny Marseglia's head.
It is announced that Kenny Omega will be at all four Global Wars events in October in Chicago, Illinois.
We see some footage where Bullet Club ("The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes, Matt Jackson, Nick Jackson, "The Villain" Marty Scurll) are looking for "Hangman" Adam Page, and asks the ROH Board of Directors and the fans to see to his safe return.
"The Villain" Marty Scurll beats Chuckie T with the Chickenwing after referee Todd Sinclair inadvertently slows Chuckie T down.
Jay White comes out of the crowd and attacks Punishment Martinez from behind with a steel chair before the next match begins.
Punishment Martinez beats Jay White in a Las Vegas Street Fight after hitting South Of Heaven on thumbtacks. During the match, Martinez becomes the first person in ROH to kick out of the Kiwi Crusher and Jay White kicks out after being driven through six chairs at the same time twice before the attempted pinfall.
"Hangman" Adam Page almost fails to show up for the next match, but then he shows up, his mouth gagged and his wrist wrapped in duct tape. Duct tapes is also seen on his boots. Nevertheless, he is able to find off his opponents - and hits a very good moonsault - while still bound.
Bullet Club (Matt Jackson, Nick Jackson, "Hangman" Adam Page) retain the ROH World Six-Man Tag Team Championships against The Briscoes (Jay and Mark Briscoe) and Bully Ray. During the match, Jay Briscoe slams the side of a table he has set up on the ropes on the head of Bully Ray, knocking him out. Mark stares at Jay in disbelief, and "Hangman" Adam Page pins Bully Ray to retain. After the match, Jay tells Mark "We're the baddest tag team on the planet" and tells him to forget Bully Ray. Mark checks on Bully Ray, while Jay heads to the back.
Kenny King beats KUSHIDA to become the ROH World Television Champion! Kenny King's daughter celebrates with Kenny after the match, and both KUSHIDA and Kenny King show respect to one another.
"The Last Real Man" Silas Young beats Jay Lethal in a Last Man Standing Match. During the match, The Beer City Bruiser gets involved, but he gets put through a table by Lethal. Later on, Lethal ties Silas to the bottom rope with duct tape, but leaves the duct tape roll. He goes for a Figure Four, but Silas kicks Lethal into referee Todd Sinclair. Sinclair and Lethal bump heads, and Lethal's forehead is busted open. After Silas hits Misery, Lethal gets up, and Silas hits him with Lethal Injection. Lethal gets up at the count of nine, and Silas brings out a giant ladder. Lethal sweeps Silas off his feet, causing Silas to hit his head on the ladder before Lethal hits Lethal Injection. Silas gets up, but get hits with another Lethal Injection. Lethal gets out of the ring and sets up the ladder at ringside, before setting up a table next to the ladder. Silas grabs a steel chair, and Lethal hits Silas with a superkick before Silas can hit him with it. After laying Silas on the table, Lethal climbs up the ladder as the crowd chants "Please don't die!", but Silas gets up, hits Lethal in the leg and then hits Lethal in the back with a steel chair before gong up the ladder with a zip tie. Silas zip ties Lethal's left hand on the top of the ladder, and both men exchange blows until the ladder tumbles, sending both men into the nearly table. Silas manages to get up before Lethal and wins the match.
The Motor City Machine Guns (Chris Sabin and Alex Shelley) beat The Young Bucks (Matt and Nick Jackson) to become the ROH World Tag Team Champions! During the match, the referee falls victim to a superkick during a superkick party, and Bad Influence ("The Almighty" Christopher Daniels and "The Heavy Metal Rebel" Frankie Kazrian) attack The Motor City Machine Guns. Sabin saves Shelley from an Angel's Wings into a steel chair with a superkick, and the Bucks get back int he ring to put Sabin and Shelley in the double Sharpshooters. Bad Influence gets back in the ring and attack the Bucks from behind before throwing them out of the ring. Both teams in this match turn the tables on Bad Influence and hit - with the assistance of The Motor City Machine Guns - a double Indytaker on both Daniels and Kazarian. At this point, the referee is coming to, and The Motor City Machine Guns end up winning the match and the tag team titles. After the match, The Young Bucks take the tag team titles and personally hand them to the Machine Guns.
Before the next match, "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes comes out with Brandi Rhodes and four Las Vegas showgirls.
"The American Nightmrae" Cody Rhodes retains the ROH World Championship against Minoru Suzuki after reversing a rear naked choke attempt into the Cross Rhodes. After the match, Suzuki punches out a member of security before nearly doing the same to Carey Silkin.
Thursday, September 21, 2017
Final Impact - GFW Impact Wrestling recap for September 21, 2017
In Memoriam, Bobby "The Brain" Heenan, 1944 - 2017.
Johnny Impact is seen looking for Eli Drake backstage before he heads into the Impact Zone. Johnny calls out Eli, wanting his title shot right here, right now, (even though Eli Drake is in Mexico) and says he will not leave until Eli Drake shows up. KM shows up instead, dragging a referee to the ring. He tells Johnny has a better idea: wishing in one hand and crapping in the other to see what happens first. He tells Johnny that Eli Drake is still in Mexico, but Johnny says he has seen his car in the parking lot, and accuses Eli Drake of being scared of him and pissing his pants instead of getting in the ring. KM says the fans suck, and the fans tell him he sucks right back. KM asks if Johnny is calling him a liar, and Johnny says yes and that a kid in the front row is also calling him "a doucherocket." KM tells Johnny to put his #1 contendership for the GFW Global Championship on the line. Johnny asks the fans if they want to see it. When the fans say they want it, Johnny starts the match with a superkick.
Johnny Impact beats KM to stay #1 contender for the GFW Global Championship.
Pagano is seen backstage telling someone "you know what to do" before meeting up with El Hijo del Fantasma.
Taya Valkyrie quickly beats Ava Storie. After the match, Taya says lucha royalty has arrived. She introduces herself, and says she is here for one reason: to become Knockouts Champion. She gives Karen Jarrett a little advice: don't waste her time. Suddenly, Rosemary shows up. She says the hive finds it funny that Taya deserves a title shot before she does. She says if anybody deserves a title shot, "it's us." Taya shoves her, and Rosemary shoves right back before the takedown. Sienna runs in and throws Taya off Rosemary before throwing some right of her own. She and Taya then fight over Rosemary, until Rosemary shoves Sienna into Taya only for the numbers game to catch up. Suddenly, Allie runs in and evens the odds. Taryn Terrell then gets in the ring and jumps Allie, and Allie and Rosemary are on the losing end. Gail Kim runs in and takes out Tara, Taryn and Sienna. Allie tosses Taryn out, and Rosemary is saved.
Meanwhile, in Mexico, oVe (Jake and Dave Crist) finds out where The Latin-American Xchange (Konnan, Homicide, Santana, Ortiz, Diamante) hangs out, and go in. They pass by Homicide, who lets Konnan know they're coming in.
oVe (Jake and Dave Crist) enter the strip club and wait for The Latin-American Xchange (Konnan, Homicide, Santana, Ortiz, Diamante), who show up. Both sides agree to have a match for the GFW Tag Team Championships next week at Victory Road.
We see Episode 2 of "Global Forged."
Allie says nobody messes with her friends. Gail Kim says they could have put Sienna, Taya Valkyrie and Taryn Terrell on stretchers. Rosemary says they can, and that they will have so many toys to play with next week.
We see Petey Williams talk about last week's X Division Championship match, the X Division, and his desire to win the title again.
Bound For Glory is live, Sunday, November 5th on pay-per-view!
We see Grado's first gig on the job as a client of Park, Park and Park's sports entertainment division.
El Hijo del Fantasma and Pagano beat Ethan Carter III and Eddie Edwards after Eddie is powerbombed by AAA wrestler Texano Jr. After the match, El Hijo del Fantasma, Pagano and Texano Jr. take the boots - and the bullrope - to EC3 and Eddie until "The Cowboy" James Storm shows up and fends all three men off. Storm then stares down EC3.
Johnny Impact looks for Eli Drake. He learns that Eli is in Mexico and that El Hijo del Fantasma can speak English. Texano Jr. confronts Johnny Mundo, and says he does not like him at all. Johnny then says Eli is not here, but Texano Jr. is, and puts his #1 contendership for the GFW Global Championship on the line again tonight, this time against Texano Jr. Texano Jr. accepts the challenge.
Kongo Kong beats Mahabali Shera.
We see footage of Eli Drake in Mexico, saying Johnny Impact "ran away from home" when he came to AAA and that he will show the people of Mexico what a true champion looks like.
We hear from Moose, who says he never needed someone in his corner like Lashley has, and that he does not know what America's Top Team is doing, but says that they had better not get in his way. He calls Lashley a coward, and he hopes to drag him into the ring so he can finish what they started.
Johnny Impact beats Texano to retain his #1 contendership for the GFW Global Championship.
Laurel Van Ness - with lipstick smeared all over her mouth - is seen in the stands, looking for a husband.
Sienna, Taryn Terrell and Tara Valkyrie meet with Karen Jarrett, wanting a match against Gail Kim, Allie and Rosemary. She finds it ironic that they are asking her for something and says that she would love to see them get their asses kicked. She gives them their match for next week, then tells them to get out.
Eli Drake retains the GFW Global Championship against Mascara de Bronce in Mexico.
The card for next week's Victory Road is run down.
Here's this week's edition of After Impact!
Johnny Impact is seen looking for Eli Drake backstage before he heads into the Impact Zone. Johnny calls out Eli, wanting his title shot right here, right now, (even though Eli Drake is in Mexico) and says he will not leave until Eli Drake shows up. KM shows up instead, dragging a referee to the ring. He tells Johnny has a better idea: wishing in one hand and crapping in the other to see what happens first. He tells Johnny that Eli Drake is still in Mexico, but Johnny says he has seen his car in the parking lot, and accuses Eli Drake of being scared of him and pissing his pants instead of getting in the ring. KM says the fans suck, and the fans tell him he sucks right back. KM asks if Johnny is calling him a liar, and Johnny says yes and that a kid in the front row is also calling him "a doucherocket." KM tells Johnny to put his #1 contendership for the GFW Global Championship on the line. Johnny asks the fans if they want to see it. When the fans say they want it, Johnny starts the match with a superkick.
Johnny Impact beats KM to stay #1 contender for the GFW Global Championship.
Pagano is seen backstage telling someone "you know what to do" before meeting up with El Hijo del Fantasma.
Taya Valkyrie quickly beats Ava Storie. After the match, Taya says lucha royalty has arrived. She introduces herself, and says she is here for one reason: to become Knockouts Champion. She gives Karen Jarrett a little advice: don't waste her time. Suddenly, Rosemary shows up. She says the hive finds it funny that Taya deserves a title shot before she does. She says if anybody deserves a title shot, "it's us." Taya shoves her, and Rosemary shoves right back before the takedown. Sienna runs in and throws Taya off Rosemary before throwing some right of her own. She and Taya then fight over Rosemary, until Rosemary shoves Sienna into Taya only for the numbers game to catch up. Suddenly, Allie runs in and evens the odds. Taryn Terrell then gets in the ring and jumps Allie, and Allie and Rosemary are on the losing end. Gail Kim runs in and takes out Tara, Taryn and Sienna. Allie tosses Taryn out, and Rosemary is saved.
Meanwhile, in Mexico, oVe (Jake and Dave Crist) finds out where The Latin-American Xchange (Konnan, Homicide, Santana, Ortiz, Diamante) hangs out, and go in. They pass by Homicide, who lets Konnan know they're coming in.
oVe (Jake and Dave Crist) enter the strip club and wait for The Latin-American Xchange (Konnan, Homicide, Santana, Ortiz, Diamante), who show up. Both sides agree to have a match for the GFW Tag Team Championships next week at Victory Road.
We see Episode 2 of "Global Forged."
Allie says nobody messes with her friends. Gail Kim says they could have put Sienna, Taya Valkyrie and Taryn Terrell on stretchers. Rosemary says they can, and that they will have so many toys to play with next week.
We see Petey Williams talk about last week's X Division Championship match, the X Division, and his desire to win the title again.
Bound For Glory is live, Sunday, November 5th on pay-per-view!
We see Grado's first gig on the job as a client of Park, Park and Park's sports entertainment division.
El Hijo del Fantasma and Pagano beat Ethan Carter III and Eddie Edwards after Eddie is powerbombed by AAA wrestler Texano Jr. After the match, El Hijo del Fantasma, Pagano and Texano Jr. take the boots - and the bullrope - to EC3 and Eddie until "The Cowboy" James Storm shows up and fends all three men off. Storm then stares down EC3.
Johnny Impact looks for Eli Drake. He learns that Eli is in Mexico and that El Hijo del Fantasma can speak English. Texano Jr. confronts Johnny Mundo, and says he does not like him at all. Johnny then says Eli is not here, but Texano Jr. is, and puts his #1 contendership for the GFW Global Championship on the line again tonight, this time against Texano Jr. Texano Jr. accepts the challenge.
Kongo Kong beats Mahabali Shera.
We see footage of Eli Drake in Mexico, saying Johnny Impact "ran away from home" when he came to AAA and that he will show the people of Mexico what a true champion looks like.
We hear from Moose, who says he never needed someone in his corner like Lashley has, and that he does not know what America's Top Team is doing, but says that they had better not get in his way. He calls Lashley a coward, and he hopes to drag him into the ring so he can finish what they started.
Johnny Impact beats Texano to retain his #1 contendership for the GFW Global Championship.
Laurel Van Ness - with lipstick smeared all over her mouth - is seen in the stands, looking for a husband.
Sienna, Taryn Terrell and Tara Valkyrie meet with Karen Jarrett, wanting a match against Gail Kim, Allie and Rosemary. She finds it ironic that they are asking her for something and says that she would love to see them get their asses kicked. She gives them their match for next week, then tells them to get out.
Eli Drake retains the GFW Global Championship against Mascara de Bronce in Mexico.
The card for next week's Victory Road is run down.
Here's this week's edition of After Impact!
Wednesday, September 20, 2017
Total Bellas Island - Total Bellas recap for September 20, 2017
Brie and Nikki are in Los Angeles as part of an Oscars show for USA Network. As they are there, they call mom Kathy, and also talk to Winston.
At SmackDown Live six weeks before WrestleMania, Nikki hopes that John Cena will be at gorilla position at WrestleMania, then Nikki and Nattie has their last match against each other. Nikki hopes to have a storyline for WrestleMania.
John Cena and Nikki meet Brie and Bryan at their house, which is less than 1/3 the size of Cena' guest house. As John Cena checks out the backyard, he jokingly asks Bryan why he hasn't gotten zoned to agricultural. Bryan says he is hesitant to go to WrestleMania, as he may miss the birth of his and Brie's child if Brie were to go into labor while he is in the area for eight days. John Cena says he would exhaust all his options before making a choice, and says that in the end, he would not go. Bryan says he was thinking that. He then mentions to Cena his idea of a gardening channel on YouTube, and Brie and Nikki are wondering what the heck Bryan is doing.
Brie and Bryan head to Babies R Us for their registry. They also go shopping for baby stuff. Brie wants to buy all the baby things in sight, including a baby monitor, but Bryan wants to focus on the bare necessities.
Brie, Kathy, J.J. and Lauren are at the Birdiebee offices in Phoenix, Arizona. J.J. says that he and Lauren have a lot of work ahead of them, but he still wants her to be part of the family. Brie talks about how Bryan thinks she is putting too many things on the registry, being the minimalist that he is. Nikki calls in on the meeting as well. After she hangs up, Brie says she feels bad, because Nikki has thrown two different baby showers, a bridal shower and a bachelorette party, and says they should throw a women's empowerment party for her.
Nikki, Kathy, J.J. and Lauren are at a restaurant. J.J. bring up the party that Brie wants to throw for her, but the whole party was meant to be a secret and Nikki thinks it is a "sympathy party" due to how it is explained to her.
Brie and Bryan look at all the things that have been bought for the new baby, one of which is the baby monitor that Brie wanted. Bryan wants to know who went all out on a $400 smart baby monitor, but Brie doesn't want to say who did. Bryan says she won't reveal who it is because it is probably just one person who spent $400 on something they don't need. Brie decides to handle the baby supplies herself and get rid of the baby monitor.
Brie visits Lauren at J.J. and Lauren's house, and talks to her about her problems with J.J. Lauren wants to do therapy, but she feels that J.J. is just giving up. She does not even want to think about a divorce, as she loves the family and wants to keep it together, but she an't do anything about it if J.J. is not willing to sacrifice. Brie tells Laurent to pressure J.J. into therapy, but if he does not want to do anything, then it is up to Lauren to decide if she wants to deal with someone that selfish. Lauren says that with all their ups and downs, he is still her best friend.
Nikki and John Cena head to a restaurant, and Nikki tells John Cena about that the party Brie wants to throw for her, thinking it is a pity party. John Cena says this is not right, and that she should tell Brie to stop it.
At Brie and Bryan'shouse, Nikki comes to visit and confronts her over the women empowerment party she wants to throw for her. Brie says she came from a good place, since she does not know if she will ever throw a baby shower or a bachelorette party for her like Nikki did for her. Winston throws up during the conversation.
John Cena and Nikki are at the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards.
Brie calls Kathy, asking if she and Nikki are up for breakfast, and finds out that Nikki is at the Kids' Choice Awards and that Winston is with her. Brie feels bothered about that, since Brie feels Winston's home is with her and Bryan, even though Winston is Nikki's French bulldog.
As John Cena and Nikki host the Nickelodeon's Kids Choice Awards, Brie and Bryan go get Winston.
At Kathy and Johnny's condo, it becomes apparent that there is a tiff between Brie and Nikki, and Kathy that they should talk it out as she does not want to get caught in the middle of anything and doesn't want it so that the host of the baby shower - Nikki - isn't even talking to her.
Brie and Bryan have some tea at home, and also have a talk about the registry gifts. Bryan says he did not grow up with very much, and Brie says the same. Bryan says that he wants to live simply, because the simpler he lives, the more comfortable he feels. He gets that it is not for everybody, but by having a lot of stuff, that means that a lot of stuff has to be taken care of. He also does not want their child thinking material things are important. Nikki understands, but feels that Bryan's anxiety takes the fun out of how he lives. Bryan says that he knows he and Brie are not big spenders or buyers, even though buying things gives a temporary high, but they and everyone in their family works hard for their money, and doesn't want the family to feel like they have to spend money on them, and that is why it is hard for him. Brie wonders if Bryan should be at the baby shower, since she doesn't want him to have anxiety and make someone else feel uncomfortable.
J.J. talks to Lauren, who wants him to be honest about their problems. When therapy is brought up, J.J. says he wants no part of it because he was forced to go after his parents divorced, and he didn't like it. Lauren says they need it now, as they are unable to communicate. J.J. J.J. says that he is open to therapy, but when Lauren reminds him that he will have to bare his feeling at therapy, J.J. tells her "Be careful what you wish for."
Nikki finds out that Winston is with Brie and Bryan, and it becomes apparent that not only was Kathy not supposed to tell Brie and Bryan that Winston was with her, but it becomes apparent to Kathy that there is something going on with Brie and Nikki. Nikki feels like she should not have to compete for Winston, but Kathy says Brie and Bryan have taken ownership of Winston due to them having Winston around all the time and that they are defensive because she misses Winston and wants to see him more and more. Nikki says that she feels lonley all the time, since John is not always around and Winston is not near her, either.
At Brie and Bryan's house, Nikki talks with Brie over what happened regarding Winston. They both agree that they need to communicate better and focus on what is best for Winston, given what is going on in their lives and their careers. Also, Nikki definitely does not want to do the women empowerment party.
Brie and Nikki head to El Chorro for the baby shower. Bryan makes a surprise appearance, and gifts Brie with the smart baby monitor, saying that he decided to get it for her since she wanted it. Even though she is not okay with someone spending $400 on her, he is perfectly okay with getting the baby monitor for her if it makes her happy. Brie announces that she and Bryan will name their child Birdie.
J.J. and Lauren go ahead with marriage counseling.
At SmackDown Live five weeks before WrestleMania, Nikki gets her WrestleMania storyline where she tags with John Cena against The Miz and Maryse as WWE acknowledges for the first time on WWE programming that John Cena and Nikki Bella are a couple.
Bonus clip: Nikki confronts Brie for making Winston an organ donor.
At SmackDown Live six weeks before WrestleMania, Nikki hopes that John Cena will be at gorilla position at WrestleMania, then Nikki and Nattie has their last match against each other. Nikki hopes to have a storyline for WrestleMania.
John Cena and Nikki meet Brie and Bryan at their house, which is less than 1/3 the size of Cena' guest house. As John Cena checks out the backyard, he jokingly asks Bryan why he hasn't gotten zoned to agricultural. Bryan says he is hesitant to go to WrestleMania, as he may miss the birth of his and Brie's child if Brie were to go into labor while he is in the area for eight days. John Cena says he would exhaust all his options before making a choice, and says that in the end, he would not go. Bryan says he was thinking that. He then mentions to Cena his idea of a gardening channel on YouTube, and Brie and Nikki are wondering what the heck Bryan is doing.
Brie and Bryan head to Babies R Us for their registry. They also go shopping for baby stuff. Brie wants to buy all the baby things in sight, including a baby monitor, but Bryan wants to focus on the bare necessities.
Brie, Kathy, J.J. and Lauren are at the Birdiebee offices in Phoenix, Arizona. J.J. says that he and Lauren have a lot of work ahead of them, but he still wants her to be part of the family. Brie talks about how Bryan thinks she is putting too many things on the registry, being the minimalist that he is. Nikki calls in on the meeting as well. After she hangs up, Brie says she feels bad, because Nikki has thrown two different baby showers, a bridal shower and a bachelorette party, and says they should throw a women's empowerment party for her.
Nikki, Kathy, J.J. and Lauren are at a restaurant. J.J. bring up the party that Brie wants to throw for her, but the whole party was meant to be a secret and Nikki thinks it is a "sympathy party" due to how it is explained to her.
Brie and Bryan look at all the things that have been bought for the new baby, one of which is the baby monitor that Brie wanted. Bryan wants to know who went all out on a $400 smart baby monitor, but Brie doesn't want to say who did. Bryan says she won't reveal who it is because it is probably just one person who spent $400 on something they don't need. Brie decides to handle the baby supplies herself and get rid of the baby monitor.
Brie visits Lauren at J.J. and Lauren's house, and talks to her about her problems with J.J. Lauren wants to do therapy, but she feels that J.J. is just giving up. She does not even want to think about a divorce, as she loves the family and wants to keep it together, but she an't do anything about it if J.J. is not willing to sacrifice. Brie tells Laurent to pressure J.J. into therapy, but if he does not want to do anything, then it is up to Lauren to decide if she wants to deal with someone that selfish. Lauren says that with all their ups and downs, he is still her best friend.
Nikki and John Cena head to a restaurant, and Nikki tells John Cena about that the party Brie wants to throw for her, thinking it is a pity party. John Cena says this is not right, and that she should tell Brie to stop it.
At Brie and Bryan'shouse, Nikki comes to visit and confronts her over the women empowerment party she wants to throw for her. Brie says she came from a good place, since she does not know if she will ever throw a baby shower or a bachelorette party for her like Nikki did for her. Winston throws up during the conversation.
John Cena and Nikki are at the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards.
Brie calls Kathy, asking if she and Nikki are up for breakfast, and finds out that Nikki is at the Kids' Choice Awards and that Winston is with her. Brie feels bothered about that, since Brie feels Winston's home is with her and Bryan, even though Winston is Nikki's French bulldog.
As John Cena and Nikki host the Nickelodeon's Kids Choice Awards, Brie and Bryan go get Winston.
At Kathy and Johnny's condo, it becomes apparent that there is a tiff between Brie and Nikki, and Kathy that they should talk it out as she does not want to get caught in the middle of anything and doesn't want it so that the host of the baby shower - Nikki - isn't even talking to her.
Brie and Bryan have some tea at home, and also have a talk about the registry gifts. Bryan says he did not grow up with very much, and Brie says the same. Bryan says that he wants to live simply, because the simpler he lives, the more comfortable he feels. He gets that it is not for everybody, but by having a lot of stuff, that means that a lot of stuff has to be taken care of. He also does not want their child thinking material things are important. Nikki understands, but feels that Bryan's anxiety takes the fun out of how he lives. Bryan says that he knows he and Brie are not big spenders or buyers, even though buying things gives a temporary high, but they and everyone in their family works hard for their money, and doesn't want the family to feel like they have to spend money on them, and that is why it is hard for him. Brie wonders if Bryan should be at the baby shower, since she doesn't want him to have anxiety and make someone else feel uncomfortable.
J.J. talks to Lauren, who wants him to be honest about their problems. When therapy is brought up, J.J. says he wants no part of it because he was forced to go after his parents divorced, and he didn't like it. Lauren says they need it now, as they are unable to communicate. J.J. J.J. says that he is open to therapy, but when Lauren reminds him that he will have to bare his feeling at therapy, J.J. tells her "Be careful what you wish for."
Nikki finds out that Winston is with Brie and Bryan, and it becomes apparent that not only was Kathy not supposed to tell Brie and Bryan that Winston was with her, but it becomes apparent to Kathy that there is something going on with Brie and Nikki. Nikki feels like she should not have to compete for Winston, but Kathy says Brie and Bryan have taken ownership of Winston due to them having Winston around all the time and that they are defensive because she misses Winston and wants to see him more and more. Nikki says that she feels lonley all the time, since John is not always around and Winston is not near her, either.
At Brie and Bryan's house, Nikki talks with Brie over what happened regarding Winston. They both agree that they need to communicate better and focus on what is best for Winston, given what is going on in their lives and their careers. Also, Nikki definitely does not want to do the women empowerment party.
Brie and Nikki head to El Chorro for the baby shower. Bryan makes a surprise appearance, and gifts Brie with the smart baby monitor, saying that he decided to get it for her since she wanted it. Even though she is not okay with someone spending $400 on her, he is perfectly okay with getting the baby monitor for her if it makes her happy. Brie announces that she and Bryan will name their child Birdie.
J.J. and Lauren go ahead with marriage counseling.
At SmackDown Live five weeks before WrestleMania, Nikki gets her WrestleMania storyline where she tags with John Cena against The Miz and Maryse as WWE acknowledges for the first time on WWE programming that John Cena and Nikki Bella are a couple.
Bonus clip: Nikki confronts Brie for making Winston an organ donor.
Generation NXT - NXT recap for September 20, 2017
In Memory of Bobby "The Brain" Heenan, 1944-2017.
Johnny Gargano beats Tino Sabbatelli with the Crossface.
General Manager William Regal talks with Roderick Strong, who says he has done what has been asked of him and wants a match with Roderick Strong. Roderick Strong officially gets his title shot in two weeks.
We hear from Sonya Deville, who says she and Asuka have never been in the same ring because she would be champion if they did. Now that Asuka's gone, the Women's title is as good as hers. If anybody has a problem, they can put their hair up and square up.
Bianca Belair beats Lacey Evans.
Aleister Black shows up. He says that fifteen years ago, he started a journey that led him to NXT. In those fifteen years, he traveled the world and saw and experienced a lot, and pull all those experience on his skin as scars. He says he didn't want to forget the devil on his back. His journey in NXT is far from done, and he knows what he must do. Suddenly, The Velveteen Dream shows up. The Velveteen Dream says that everything that fades to black must come to the light. He says Aleister walked the darkness only to be blinded by the light that is The Velveteen Dream, and and all the light, he does not see it, and asks where his scars are. He sees not scars, but a man who is hurt and is in pain, as it is scribbled on his skin like lies. He says that his biggest problem is not feeling, but fear, and says Aleister looks afraid to him. He says Aleister is afraid to show emotion and afraid of the light, and no matter what he tells anyone, he has a heart. After Velveteen Dream says his heart is in the wrong place, Aleister kicks the microphone from his hands with Black Mass. The Velveteen Dream responds by getting on his knees and crawling backwards out of the ring.
We hear from Dakota Kai. She may be new to NXT, but she is not to be taken lightly. She is the captain of Team Kick, and even thought she does not know the future of the Women's title, she plans to kick heads off.
Lars Sullivan beats No Way Jose.
Bobby Fish and Kyle O'Reilly beat Tyler Bate and Trent Seven with some assistance from Adam Cole. After the match, Drew McIntyre shows up and chases Cole, Fish and O'Reilly out of the ring, but they get ambushed by SAnitY (Eric Young, Killian Dain, Alexander Wolfe), who get a piece of them. O'Reilly runs into the ring only to be made quick work of by McIntyre, and he, Fish and Cole retreat throught the crowd to end the show.
Johnny Gargano beats Tino Sabbatelli with the Crossface.
General Manager William Regal talks with Roderick Strong, who says he has done what has been asked of him and wants a match with Roderick Strong. Roderick Strong officially gets his title shot in two weeks.
We hear from Sonya Deville, who says she and Asuka have never been in the same ring because she would be champion if they did. Now that Asuka's gone, the Women's title is as good as hers. If anybody has a problem, they can put their hair up and square up.
Bianca Belair beats Lacey Evans.
Aleister Black shows up. He says that fifteen years ago, he started a journey that led him to NXT. In those fifteen years, he traveled the world and saw and experienced a lot, and pull all those experience on his skin as scars. He says he didn't want to forget the devil on his back. His journey in NXT is far from done, and he knows what he must do. Suddenly, The Velveteen Dream shows up. The Velveteen Dream says that everything that fades to black must come to the light. He says Aleister walked the darkness only to be blinded by the light that is The Velveteen Dream, and and all the light, he does not see it, and asks where his scars are. He sees not scars, but a man who is hurt and is in pain, as it is scribbled on his skin like lies. He says that his biggest problem is not feeling, but fear, and says Aleister looks afraid to him. He says Aleister is afraid to show emotion and afraid of the light, and no matter what he tells anyone, he has a heart. After Velveteen Dream says his heart is in the wrong place, Aleister kicks the microphone from his hands with Black Mass. The Velveteen Dream responds by getting on his knees and crawling backwards out of the ring.
We hear from Dakota Kai. She may be new to NXT, but she is not to be taken lightly. She is the captain of Team Kick, and even thought she does not know the future of the Women's title, she plans to kick heads off.
Lars Sullivan beats No Way Jose.
Bobby Fish and Kyle O'Reilly beat Tyler Bate and Trent Seven with some assistance from Adam Cole. After the match, Drew McIntyre shows up and chases Cole, Fish and O'Reilly out of the ring, but they get ambushed by SAnitY (Eric Young, Killian Dain, Alexander Wolfe), who get a piece of them. O'Reilly runs into the ring only to be made quick work of by McIntyre, and he, Fish and Cole retreat throught the crowd to end the show.
Underground Sound - Lucha Underground recap for September 20, 2017
We see footage of ring announcer Melissa Santos train with Fenix, and Melissa Santos has learned a few moves. As they train, Melissa tries to get a look at Fenix without his mask, but Fenix denies her that, saying his mask is everything to him and that before he wore it, he was nobody, until he put it on, become the Fenix and rose from the ashes of his past life. Melissa says that mask or no mask, he is still Fenix to her. Fenix does not believe that, and says if the mask if taken from him, he will lsoe everything, but Melissa tells Fenix he won't lose her. Melissa then kisses Fenix.
Famous B is the special guest ring announcer, while Brenda is the special guest timekeeper. He says that Texano should be his part of his agency after he saved him from a broken arm, and that he should be his client. Dante Fox attacks Texano from behind as Texano confronts Famous B, starting the next match early.
Dante Fox beats Texano. Killshot is seen watching Dante Fox from the top of Dario Cueto's office during the match. Later on in the match, Famous B declares Texano the match. This distracts Texano, and Dante Fox beats Texano with a schoolboy pin. After the match, Texano grabs Famous B from behind, but Dario Cueto tells Texano not to hurt him as he needs a ring announcer. However, he will get a match with Famous B next week. Famous B asks Dario Cueto if he is crazy, as he still has a broken arm. Dario Cueto says that might as well make the match "a handicap match." If Famous B can somehow beat Texano, he will turn Texano's Lucha Underground contract over to Famous B, making Texano his client.
Son of Havoc meets with Dario Cueto in his office, and says he wants to put himself in the main event title match at Ultima Lucha Tres. As he leaves, he encounters Pentagon Dark, and Dario tells both men to save it for later as Son of Havoc leaves and Pentagon Dark places his ancient Aztec medallion on the Gift of the Gods Championship. Pentagon Dark shows up and says he will win The Gift of the Gods, and that he will break the arms of everyone who enters the ring. Dario Cueto picks up the phone, dials a number and says he needs some medics on stand-by for the main event.
Marty "The Moth" Martinez and Mariposa beat Fenix and Melissa Santos after Mariposa ties Fenix to the ring post and Marty and Mariposa takes advantage of her feelings for Fenix. After the match, Fenix frees himself from the rope as Martinez and Mariposa get their hands on Melissa, and Martinez and Mariposa get out of the ring as Fenix checks on her.
It is announced that El Dragon Azteca Jr. will face Matanza Cueto in a steel cage at Ultima Lucha Tres, and that Ivelissa will also face Catrina at the event. Also at Ultima Lucha Tres Sexy Star will face Taya in a Last Luchadora Standing Match, and Killshot will face Dante Fox in a Hell Of War Match.
Son of Havoc and Pentagon Dark beat Paul London, Mala Suerte, Saltador, Cortez Castro and Drago at the same time to win the Lucha Underground Championship...almost. During the match, Pentagon Dark hits Saltador, then Paul London, with package piledrivers, and pins London at the same time that Son of Havoc hits a top rope shooting star press on Saltador. Referee Marty Elias counts both pinfalls at the same time. After the match, Dario Cueto says they have both earned a victory, but only one can be Gift of the Gods Champion and neither man has a match at Ultima Lucha, he makes a Ladder Match between the two for the title.
Dario Cueto gets in a limousine and talks to a man in the back seat. Dario says he has retrieved the gauntlet, but is convinced that Cage really is a machine despite the changes in his behavior caused by the gauntlet. In case Cage is not the man for the job, he has an idea. He says that Jeremiah Crane and Mil Muertes are worthy substitute hosts, and proposes that at Ultima Lucha Tres, there will be a three-way match where the winner gets the gauntlet. If Cage wins, he will get the gauntlet back. Suddenly, someone shows up, and Dario Cueto invites this person to the temple before calling this person "my lord."
Famous B is the special guest ring announcer, while Brenda is the special guest timekeeper. He says that Texano should be his part of his agency after he saved him from a broken arm, and that he should be his client. Dante Fox attacks Texano from behind as Texano confronts Famous B, starting the next match early.
Dante Fox beats Texano. Killshot is seen watching Dante Fox from the top of Dario Cueto's office during the match. Later on in the match, Famous B declares Texano the match. This distracts Texano, and Dante Fox beats Texano with a schoolboy pin. After the match, Texano grabs Famous B from behind, but Dario Cueto tells Texano not to hurt him as he needs a ring announcer. However, he will get a match with Famous B next week. Famous B asks Dario Cueto if he is crazy, as he still has a broken arm. Dario Cueto says that might as well make the match "a handicap match." If Famous B can somehow beat Texano, he will turn Texano's Lucha Underground contract over to Famous B, making Texano his client.
Son of Havoc meets with Dario Cueto in his office, and says he wants to put himself in the main event title match at Ultima Lucha Tres. As he leaves, he encounters Pentagon Dark, and Dario tells both men to save it for later as Son of Havoc leaves and Pentagon Dark places his ancient Aztec medallion on the Gift of the Gods Championship. Pentagon Dark shows up and says he will win The Gift of the Gods, and that he will break the arms of everyone who enters the ring. Dario Cueto picks up the phone, dials a number and says he needs some medics on stand-by for the main event.
Marty "The Moth" Martinez and Mariposa beat Fenix and Melissa Santos after Mariposa ties Fenix to the ring post and Marty and Mariposa takes advantage of her feelings for Fenix. After the match, Fenix frees himself from the rope as Martinez and Mariposa get their hands on Melissa, and Martinez and Mariposa get out of the ring as Fenix checks on her.
It is announced that El Dragon Azteca Jr. will face Matanza Cueto in a steel cage at Ultima Lucha Tres, and that Ivelissa will also face Catrina at the event. Also at Ultima Lucha Tres Sexy Star will face Taya in a Last Luchadora Standing Match, and Killshot will face Dante Fox in a Hell Of War Match.
Son of Havoc and Pentagon Dark beat Paul London, Mala Suerte, Saltador, Cortez Castro and Drago at the same time to win the Lucha Underground Championship...almost. During the match, Pentagon Dark hits Saltador, then Paul London, with package piledrivers, and pins London at the same time that Son of Havoc hits a top rope shooting star press on Saltador. Referee Marty Elias counts both pinfalls at the same time. After the match, Dario Cueto says they have both earned a victory, but only one can be Gift of the Gods Champion and neither man has a match at Ultima Lucha, he makes a Ladder Match between the two for the title.
Dario Cueto gets in a limousine and talks to a man in the back seat. Dario says he has retrieved the gauntlet, but is convinced that Cage really is a machine despite the changes in his behavior caused by the gauntlet. In case Cage is not the man for the job, he has an idea. He says that Jeremiah Crane and Mil Muertes are worthy substitute hosts, and proposes that at Ultima Lucha Tres, there will be a three-way match where the winner gets the gauntlet. If Cage wins, he will get the gauntlet back. Suddenly, someone shows up, and Dario Cueto invites this person to the temple before calling this person "my lord."
Tuesday, September 19, 2017
205:Alive - 205 Live recap for September 19, 2017
Cedric Alexander beats The Brian Kendrick after a roll-up ends with Cedric right on top of Kendrick. After the match, Kendrick catches up with Cedric. As both man argue, Cedric is blindsided by "Gentleman" Jack Gallagher, and he and Kendrick lay waste to Cedric, with Gallagher's trademark headbutt serving the final blow.
Backstage, Dasha Fuentes interviews The Brian Kendrick and "Gentleman" Jack Gallagher. Gallagher says he does not have to justify his actions, and that he left the show with a hole in his head and had it closed up with four stitches just before his wedding, it taught him a lesson. He says that he cannot stand going through life as a star, but but that he cannot stand going through life as a joke.
Drew Gulak shows up with a "No Chants" sign in his hand. Drew Gulak says he will guest on commentary for the next match, but first says he will use the commentary table as his platform. He complains about how he was treated in "fashion jail," and says Breezango (Tyler Breeze and Fandango) will soon hear from his attorneys - himself - after what happened last week. He says that his idea is being held down like Galileo's idea of the Earth revolving around the Sun, and says Galileo would be upset that 205 Live revolves around Akira Tozawa's incessant chanting. He does not see himself a hero, but if the hero outfit fits, he might as well wear it. After mentioning his vision of the future of 205 Live, we see slide #6 of the PowerPoint: no cellphones. Suddenly, Akira Tozawa shows up, starting the next match.
Akira Tozawa beats Noam Dar.
In the locker room, TJP tells Rich Swann he wants to congratulate him the right way, and apologizes for his past behavior, saying he could have handled everything better. TJP wants to do more matches with him, saying they have to have more matches, but Swann says it's gotten intense between them. TJP doesn't want to do another series, and says he could have handled everything better. Swann says he knows they have something going...but he wants to keep it as it is. He and TJP shake hands. After Swann leaves, it is noticeable that Swann is a tad disappointed.
Before the next match, it is revealed that Lince Dorado has been attacked backstage and cannot compete against Rich Swann tonight. Swann heads backstage, but gets superkicked by TJP on the stage before he can get there. He then presses his boot against his head and rips a dread out of his hair before kicking him in the gut. TJP then smiles with malicious glee as he looks at the dreadlock in his hand, then his smile turns into a frown before he goes to town on Swann again with a press slam into a guardrail.
Neville shows up. He announces that No Mercy is only five days away, and after running down the main events, he says the best match will be "a comedic performance" between himself and Enzo Amore. He says the match is the worst decision in Enzo's pathetic little life, and says he will expose Enzo for what he is: a stain on the moral fabric on society as well as someone who is unfit to step into his world. Enzo Amore then shows up. Neville proceeds to talk about how Enzo Amore got obliterated last night, and says he should be resting instead of dancing like a chicken and spouting ridiculous catchphrases. Enzo says Neville is jealous that he made 205 Live the show to watch. Neville says he is the most formidable cruiserweight on the planet, then asks how he can be jealous when he is better than Enzo in every way imaginable. Enzo says he's not as much of an athletic specimen as Neville is, but says that is why Neville is jealous, as he is twice the Superstar that Neville is. Enzo says he is the one with the product placement, his own Snickers bar and even his own merchandise, and says the same cannot be said for Neville. He says that he and the locker room have not gotten along, and that Neville can either love him or hate him, but he can never be the Superstar he is. He says that Neville is the big fish in a little pond, and that he is the shark that invaded his water. Neville tells Enzo "You just had to run your big mouth?" and makes it clear that he will make an example out of him. He tells Enzo to play the game, and he will show him how it's played. Neville says nothing Enzo has mentioned matters, and says it will not matter on Sunday because Enzo cannot fight. He says he is brutal, and asks what will happen when he brutalizes Enzo to the point that there is no hope. He says his tactics will not work at No Mercy, and that the best he can hope for is survival. Enzo agrees that it won't win him the title, but this isn't Sunday and this isn't No Mercy. He then kicks Neville in the groin to end the show.
Backstage, Dasha Fuentes interviews The Brian Kendrick and "Gentleman" Jack Gallagher. Gallagher says he does not have to justify his actions, and that he left the show with a hole in his head and had it closed up with four stitches just before his wedding, it taught him a lesson. He says that he cannot stand going through life as a star, but but that he cannot stand going through life as a joke.
Drew Gulak shows up with a "No Chants" sign in his hand. Drew Gulak says he will guest on commentary for the next match, but first says he will use the commentary table as his platform. He complains about how he was treated in "fashion jail," and says Breezango (Tyler Breeze and Fandango) will soon hear from his attorneys - himself - after what happened last week. He says that his idea is being held down like Galileo's idea of the Earth revolving around the Sun, and says Galileo would be upset that 205 Live revolves around Akira Tozawa's incessant chanting. He does not see himself a hero, but if the hero outfit fits, he might as well wear it. After mentioning his vision of the future of 205 Live, we see slide #6 of the PowerPoint: no cellphones. Suddenly, Akira Tozawa shows up, starting the next match.
Akira Tozawa beats Noam Dar.
In the locker room, TJP tells Rich Swann he wants to congratulate him the right way, and apologizes for his past behavior, saying he could have handled everything better. TJP wants to do more matches with him, saying they have to have more matches, but Swann says it's gotten intense between them. TJP doesn't want to do another series, and says he could have handled everything better. Swann says he knows they have something going...but he wants to keep it as it is. He and TJP shake hands. After Swann leaves, it is noticeable that Swann is a tad disappointed.
Before the next match, it is revealed that Lince Dorado has been attacked backstage and cannot compete against Rich Swann tonight. Swann heads backstage, but gets superkicked by TJP on the stage before he can get there. He then presses his boot against his head and rips a dread out of his hair before kicking him in the gut. TJP then smiles with malicious glee as he looks at the dreadlock in his hand, then his smile turns into a frown before he goes to town on Swann again with a press slam into a guardrail.
Neville shows up. He announces that No Mercy is only five days away, and after running down the main events, he says the best match will be "a comedic performance" between himself and Enzo Amore. He says the match is the worst decision in Enzo's pathetic little life, and says he will expose Enzo for what he is: a stain on the moral fabric on society as well as someone who is unfit to step into his world. Enzo Amore then shows up. Neville proceeds to talk about how Enzo Amore got obliterated last night, and says he should be resting instead of dancing like a chicken and spouting ridiculous catchphrases. Enzo says Neville is jealous that he made 205 Live the show to watch. Neville says he is the most formidable cruiserweight on the planet, then asks how he can be jealous when he is better than Enzo in every way imaginable. Enzo says he's not as much of an athletic specimen as Neville is, but says that is why Neville is jealous, as he is twice the Superstar that Neville is. Enzo says he is the one with the product placement, his own Snickers bar and even his own merchandise, and says the same cannot be said for Neville. He says that he and the locker room have not gotten along, and that Neville can either love him or hate him, but he can never be the Superstar he is. He says that Neville is the big fish in a little pond, and that he is the shark that invaded his water. Neville tells Enzo "You just had to run your big mouth?" and makes it clear that he will make an example out of him. He tells Enzo to play the game, and he will show him how it's played. Neville says nothing Enzo has mentioned matters, and says it will not matter on Sunday because Enzo cannot fight. He says he is brutal, and asks what will happen when he brutalizes Enzo to the point that there is no hope. He says his tactics will not work at No Mercy, and that the best he can hope for is survival. Enzo agrees that it won't win him the title, but this isn't Sunday and this isn't No Mercy. He then kicks Neville in the groin to end the show.
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