Raw Deal - Raw recap for May 31, 2021

WWE acknowledges Memorial Day at the start of tonight's show.

Jimmy Smith replaces Adnan Virk on commentary this week.

It's time for Miz TV. The Miz appears for the first time since WrestleMania Backlash, and says the past few weeks have been tough without him to command the ship, then says he is sorry for getting injured. He then notices the garlic necklace on John Morrison. Morrison says that they were in a sticky situation and is now ready for anything when it comes to protecting The Miz, then introduces a water gun known as "The Dripstick." Miz then says he had an epiphany and that he had to get back to Raw, as he wanted the fans to see him live, and also had an epiphany that he has done so much in his career that he has to give back. Miz then introduces tonight's guest: Charlotte Flair. Charlotte says that Rhea Ripley has had her fairy tale ending against Asuka, but her fairy tale will become a nightmare when she sends her to Hell in three week. Rhea Ripley then shows up. Rhea tells Charlotte to go to Hell, and the two of them have a staredown before Miz tells them to calm down. Rhea Ripley says she is a nightmare, not a vampire, and that she will still be champion after three weeks. Charlotte mentions Rhea Ripley's failure to beat Nikki Cross in two minutes, and as Charlotte asks how Rhea could possibly beat her, Nikki Cross suddenly shows up. Nikki Cross mentions beating Rhea Ripley last week and says it would only be fair if she faced whoever is champion three weeks from now. Charlotte says if life were fair, she would be champion. Rhea Ripley tells Nikki Cross she earned her respect, then Nikki Cross says she could beat Charlotte in two minutes and earn a title shot, but Charlotte says she could beat Nikki in one minute. Nikki slaps Charlotte, then Charlotte says it's on.

Nikki Cross beats Charlotte Flair in a Beat The Clock Challenge by lasting two minutes against Charlotte.

Backstage, Matt Riddle talks with Damian Priest about getting back on the road and also brushes up on his Spanish. Randy Orton suddenly shows up and decides to take their tag team seriously, and asks him to be in his corner tonight and maybe learn something.

Randy Orton beats Xavier Woods with the Bro Derek.

Backstage, MVP and Bobby Lashley are in the executive suite with Lashley's entourage.

Backstage, Reginald tells Nia Jax he does not need her protection against Shayna Baszler tonight, and asks her to see the match from ringside so she can see for herself.

Reginald beats "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler after fire erupts from the turnbuckles, distracting Baszler and allowing Reginald to win with an O'Connor Roll. Nia Jax celebrates with Reginald backstage after the match.

Backstage, Kevin Patrick interviews Drew McIntyre. Drew says that tonight is about just him and Kofi Kingston, and while he respects Kofi and admits he has earned what he has gotten, he also feels that Kofi could beat Lashley like he said he could. McIntyre says that he was once like Kofi, as he had to invest in himself and put off having kids to get to where he is, and while he respects Kofi, he will do what Kofi has yet to do and go through him to face Lashley for the WWE Championship.

Mace and T-Bar beat The Lucha House Party (Gran Metalik and Lince Dorado).

Sheamus heads to the ring. He says that he cannot wait to get back on the road, then says that Humberto Carrillo and Ricochet will not get anywhere near the United States Championship and will only earn participation trophies if they keep trying. He says that Humberto and Ricochet are "purveyors of scumbaggery" and are not championship material, then says he created his open challenge to find somebody worthy of the United States title, saying that Humberto and Ricochet cannot lace his boots. Sheamus says he will face Humberto and Ricochet one-on-one before sending them back to catering where they belong, and after he asks who will face him first, he gets Ricochet.

Ricochet beats Sheamus after Humberto Carrillo shows up, distracting Sheamus.

Humberto Carrillo beats Sheamus after Ricochet distracts Sheamus. During the match, Humberto bloodies Sheamus' nose with a well-placed drop kick.

We hear from Eva Marie, who says that WWE is where everything took off for her, but she had to take a break and find herself. She says that life will knock you down, and that it takes courage to keep getting back up. Eva Marie says that she is back to finish what she started, and not only will she be a voice for herself, but for the Superstars of WWE.

Natalya and Tamina guest on commentary for the next match.

Mandy Rose and Dana Brooke beat Naomi and Lana.

Cedric Alexander beats Shelton Benjamin with the Neuralyzer after hitting Shelton with a thumb to the eye.

Backstage, Elias talks with Jaxson Ryker, saying they have a great opportunity and that he knows they can win, and that they need a gameplan. When Elias asks Jaxson Ryker if he has ever been in battle, Jaxson asks Elias the same question, saying he's been in Iraq.

Backstage, Kevin Patrick interviews Kofi Kingston, who says that his family is no detriment and is part of his success, saying he does it for them and that McIntyre took a cheap shot despite his respect for him. Kofi says that unlike him, McIntyre has yet to beat Bobby Lashley while he did it on his first try, then says he and McIntyre will square up and leave it all in the ring tonight before he beats McIntyre and goes on to beat Lashley for the WWE Championship.

"The Phenomenal" AJ Styles and Omos retain the WWE Raw Tag Team Championships against Elias and Jaxson Ryker after Elias leaves Ryker high and dry, walking out on him as he tries to make the tag.

Backstage, Reginald is met by Nia Jax, who asks him if he is sure to take an invitation to Alexa's Playground by Alexa Bliss. Reginald says he will be fine, and Nia says she will get the champagne ready.

Backstage, Kevin Patrick interviews Elias, who says that Jaxson Ryker has become unhinged and that he was looking out for himself last week and was not there when he needed help. He says that Ryker's unpredictability concerns him, and says being on the road with him makes him sick and unwilling to be around him.

It's time for Alexa's Playground. Tonight's guest is Reginald. As Reginald says he feels great, Lilly asks Reginald about Cirque du Soleil. Before he can answer, Reginald is attacked by "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler. Alexa tells Baszler that she was not invited today because Lilly doesn't like her. Baszler says that she considers Alexa a problem and that the two of them should have a chat, saying she will see her next week before telling Lilly "You're just a stupid doll."

Backstage, The Viking Raiders (Ivar and Erik) talk with Mansoor, saying that Mansoor needs a chant or a war cry. Mansoor gets it right away, and Ivar tells him to have fun. Suddenly, Mustafa Ali shows up and tells Mansoor to be careful who he befriends, as he will be stabbed in the back. After Ali tells Mansoor not to trust anybody, Mansoor asks "Then why should I trust you?" Ali tells Mansoor "Now you're getting it."

Backstage at the executive suite, Kevin Patrick interviews MVP and Bobby Lashley. MVP talks about both Kofi Kingston and Drew McIntyre, then Lashley says that he has beaten both men and neither will take the WWE Championship. MVP then says that the executive suite is better than a 90-day suspension without pay, and Lashley agrees before saying that nobody will end "The Almighty Era."

Drew McIntyre beats Kofi Kingston with a Claymore Kick on a mid-air Kofi to face Bobby Lashley for the WWE Championship at Hell In A Cell. Both Kofi and McIntyre shake hands after the match, then Bobby Lashley shows up and stares McIntyre down from the stage.

Raw Talk: "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles and Omos have a message for Randy Orton and Matt Riddle.

Here are the top ten moments from tonight's show!

After Dark Elevation - AEW Dark Elevation recap for May 31, 2021

Thunder Rosa congratulates Dr. Britt Baker D.M.D. on winning the AEW Women's World Championship, then says that new champions and new eras comes with old enemies and that she will show once more why Britt Baker is afraid of her when she beats Reka Tehaka.

The Acclaimed ("Platinum" Max Caster and Anthony Bowens) beat The Tate Twins (Brent and Brandon Tate).

In footage from last night, Tony Schiavone interviews Jungle Boy. Jungle Boy says he has come close to winning some big matches, but last night, he did it, and it was well worth the wait. He then says he has the biggest match of his life against Kenny Omega and that he looks forward to it. As he speaks, Christian Cage shows up and says he is not happy because he does not like to lose, as you have to hate to lose as much as you love to win to become a champion in AEW. He says that he has no doubt about Jungle Boy's passion, saying he saw it when his father brought him to the Staples Center as a kid, and says that he was not convinced that Jungle Boy hated to lose until the Casino Battle Royal, when the look in his eyes changed. He then tells Jungle Boy "You did it. Now go win it." Suddenly, Matt Hardy shows up and calls Christian "a real piece of shit" and calls Christian out for "betraying it." As Matt Hardy says that he will do somethinga bout this, Christian is attacked from behind by Private Party (Marq Quen and Isiah Kassidy), and Jungle Boy takes out all of three of them with a dive over the top rope.

"Legit" Leyla Hirsch beats Robyn Renegade with the Cross Arm Breaker.

We hear from The Varsity Blonds (Griff Garrison and Brian Pillman Jr.). Pillman says he is no stranger to chaos or adversity, but every time he gets ahead, the snakes appear, and Serpentico shows up like a snake in the grasss to try to get in his way. He says that Serpentico has started a fight he cannot finish, and Griff Garrison says they will rip the head off the snake and get back to becoming tag team champions.

Thunder Rosa beats Reka Tehaka with the Peruvian Necktie.

We hear from Alex Abrahantes and Penta el Zero M. Penta says that this Friday, he and PAC will meet The Young Bucks (Matt and Nick Jackson). As for tonight, he will face Jack Evans after facing each other all over the world.

The Varsity Blonds (Griff Garrison and Brian Pillman Jr.) beat Chaos Project (Luther and Serpentico).

In footage from last night, Tony Schiavone announces that "The Natural" Dustin Rhodes will face Nick Comoroto in a bullrope match this Friday on Dynamite. Schiavone then interviews Dustin, who says that "we are men in AEW" and that Nick Comoroto saw fit to hit him with a cowbell. He says that Comoroto has awakened the beast and that he does care how big or strong he is, as many before him tried to keep him down and failed. He says that Comoroto may have the power and strength, but he does not have passion, which is what drives him and will see him through the end of everything. He tells Comoroto that if he plays stupid games, he will get a nice big surprise upside his head and he will bulldog him to Hell.

"The Native Beast" Nyla Rose and The Bunny beat Big Swole and Red Velvet after Private Party (Marq Quen and Isiah Kassidy) distract the referee so that The Bunny can hit Big Swole with a foreign object.

Backstage, Alex Marvez interviews "The Bad Boy" Joey Janela, who says that "Hangman" Adam Page chipped one of his teeth. On the subject of leaving Sonny Kiss high and dry last, Janela says he had a migraine and that he and Sonny Kiss are still on the same page and will watch each other's backs until the end. Janela then invites Marvez to a night at "Big Mommy Milkers" after an invitiation to the beach last week went less than well.

Penta el Zero Miedo beats Jack Evans.

Tay Conti beats Ashley D'Amboise.

Jungle Boy beats JD Drake with the Snare Trap.

Double Or Nothing 2021 - The Results

We hear from Matt Hardy, who says that while Private Party (Marq Quen and Isiah Kassidy) and The Blade are in the match, he will win the Casino Battle Royal, and if Private Party guarantees that he is able to win, he will cut their fee in half to 15%.

Serena Deeb retains the NWA Women's World Championship against Riho with the Serenity Lock.

Taz guests on commentary for the next match.

"Hangman" Adam Page beats "The Machine" Brian Cage after Cage refuses to use the FTW Championship as a weapon after "Absolute" Ricky Starks throws it in the ring while Hook distracts the referee and chews out Hook for distracting the referee prior to Page hitting the Buckshot Lariat for the win. After the match, Cage pushes Ricky Starks and Hook out of the way on the way to the back.

Don Callis guests on commentary for the next match.

The Young Bucks (Matt and Nick Jackson) retain the AEW World Tag Team Championships against Jon Moxley and Eddie Kingston after multiple BTE-Triggers to Moxley. During the match, The Good Brothers ("The Big LG" Doc Gallows and "Machine Gun" Karl Anderson) show up, but Kingston takes out Gallows and Frankie Kazarian shows up to chase Anderson to the back.

It is announced that QT Marshall will be replaced by Aaron Solow and that Rey Fenix will be replaced by Penta el Zero M in the Casino Battle Royal.

Jungle Boy last eliminates Christian Cage to win the Casino Battle Royal. The Joker Card is drawn by Lio Rush, who is eliminated by Matt Hardy. Christian Cage tells Jungle Boy to go out and win the AEW World Championship after the match.

AEW salutes the United States military for the upcoming Memorial Day holiday.

"The American Dream" Cody Rhodes beats Anthony Ogogo.

Miro retains the AEW TNT Championship against Lance Archer with Game Over after bending Archer back and sending him into unconsciousness. During the match, Jake "The Snake" Roberts show up with a snake in a bag, but Miro beats him up and throws the snake bag across the ramp.

All Out 2021 takes place in Chicago, Illinois on September 5th!

Dr. Britt Baker D.M.D. beats Hikaru Shida with the Lockjaw to become the AEW Women's World Champion! Tony Schiavone hugs Britt Baker after the match.

Before the next match, we see footage of Darby Allin skateboarding down a desert road when Sting shows up in a convertible. Darby Allin hops in and travels with Sting down the road. Sting says "It's showtime."

Sting and Darby Allin beat Scorpio Sky and "All Ego" Ethan Page.

Don Callis guests on commentary for the next match.

Kenny Omega retains the AEW World Championship against Orange Cassidy and PAC after hitting PAC with belt shots from all four of his championship belts and reversing a pinfall attempt from Orange Cassidy into a crucifix pin.

Full Gear 2021 is Saturday, November 6th in St. Louis, Missouri!

Tony Schiavone announces that AEW Rampage will premiere on August 13th at 10 PM Eastern on TNT, and that "The World's Strongest Man" Mark Henry will be on the show as an analyst. Mark Henry shows up, and it is announced he will be on next week's Dynamite.

The Inner Circle (Chris Jericho, Jake Hager, Sammy Guevara, Santana, Ortiz) beats The Pinnacle (MJF, Shawn Spears, Dax Harwood, Cash Wheeler, Wardlow) in a Stadium Stampede Match. (Had The Inner Circle lost, they would have had to split up.) Cameos include Jacksonville Jaguars coaches Urban Meyer and Charlie Strong, Konnan (who acts a DJ and lays out Tully Blanchard), and a cardboard cutout of Tony Khan's father Shahid Khan.

Honor Roll - Ring of Honor recap for May 29, 2021

In backstage stage footage from last week, Quinn McKay interviews The Foundation (Rhett Titus and "Hot Sauce" Tracy Williams). Williams says he cannot wait to ice his back, and says that OGK (Matt Taven and Mike Bennett) still has what it takes despite Matt Taven being injured showing up and like a true fighter. He thanks OGK for the fight, and tells them that they have earned their way to the top. Williams then announces that from here on out, all of their matches for the tag team titles will be under Pure Rules as part of their rebuilding of the company.

LSG beats Joe Keys with a La Magistral Cradle. As per pre-match stipulation, LSG gts to choose whichever division - Pure or Television - he wants to be ranked in. Both men shake hands after the match.

Backstage, Quinn McKay interviews LSG. LSG says that Joe Keys is a pure wrestler and knows what he fights for, then says that he belives in what The Foundation (Jay Lethal, Jonathan Gresham, Rhett Titus, "Hot Sauce" Tracy Williams) is fighting for and opts to be part of the Pure division.

Backstage, Quinn McKay interviews "The Last Real Man" Silas Young, who calls cheating "using a veteran move" when Josh "The Goods" Woods shows up and says Silas could never beat him fair and square. Silas says he is still the winner in the record book, and says he can pin or submit Woods in a Pure Rules Match if that is what it takes. Woods says he would love to see that. The match is official for next week.

We hear from VLNCE UNLTD (Brody King, Tony Deppen, "The Dirty Daddy" Chris Dickinson, Homicide). Brody King says that is Jay Lethal is "just going to die." Chris Dickinson says that they know about fighting, while Homicide says that he is from Brooklyn and not "Hot Sauce" Tracy Williams, and says that The Foundation (Jay Lethal, Jonathan Gresham, Rhett Titus, "Hot Sauce" Tracy Williams), is going down. Tony Deppen there is violence in honor, and that they are the most violent people. He tells The Foundation for some real violence, as they know what it is and don't believe in their rules. We then hear from Jay Lethal that he hopes that Brody King is rested up and has found some like-minded individuals, then talks about his history with Homicide before saying that VLNCE UNLTD is outmatched.

Kenny King guests on commentary for the next match, despite La Faccion Ingobernables (Rush, Dragon Lee, Kenny King, La Bestia del Ring) being suspended without pay for the month of May.

VLNCE UNLTD (Brody King, Tony Deppen, "The Dirty Daddy" Chris Dickinson, Homicide) beat The Foundation (Jay Lethal, Jonathan Gresham, Rhett Titus, "Hot Sauce" Tracy Williams) in an eight man tag match.

Championship Gold - Championship Wrestling From Memphis recap for May 29, 2021

Memphis Grizzlies announcer Pete Pranica is on commentary this week.

"The Memphis Mauler" Alan Steel and Johnny Dotson show up. Steel says that if they wanted to attack Jerry Jarrett, they would have done it, and Dotson says that "The GunShow" Brett Michaels put his hands on him because he is jealous. Suddenly, Brett Michaels and Action Jackson show up. Action Jackson shows up, saying they are tired of the disrespect before challenging Steel and Dotson to a tag team match against him and Michaels. Michaels says that the Memphis Heritage Championship is coming home to him next week.

The Skimahorns (Brad and Briar Skimahorn) show up. Brad says that their back-up is coming as they head to the ring to face The Yung GOATs (Zay Washington and Aaron Roberts).

The Yung GOATs (Zay Washington and Aaron Roberts) beat The Skimahorns (Brad and Briar Skimahorn). After the match, The Posse (Lil Chris and Simon) show up, and Simon makes fun of The Skimahorns for losing. Suddenly, The Skimahorns call for Uncle Mikey, who is their back-up, and Uncle Mikey shows up.

Backsage, Action Jackson meets with "The GunShow" Brett Michaels about what happened at the end of last week's show, then says that while Alan Steel and Johnny Dotson are feared, they are disrespectful, and he plants to get even. Brett Michaels tells Action Jackson that if he can have his back this week, he can get the first shot at the Memphis Heritage Championship when he wins it.

Eric McMahon and Paris Kelly guest on the announce table for the next match.

"Smokin' Hot" Nikki Lane beats Diana Taylor after Eric McMahon gets on the apron, distracting Diana Taylor as she goes for the DDT and gives Nikki Lane an opening to win.

Dustin Starr interviews Austin Lane. Austin says he is here because he has always been a fan of Memphis wrestling, and that Championship Wrestling From Memphis has the best talent in the world and can put them against anybody. He says he wants to prove he is the best in the ring, and starting next week, he will issue an open challenge to anybody in the world who wants to step up to him to prove he is a wrestling machine.

"Big Swole" Justin Cole beats Maxx Stone. After the match, Big Swole heads to the announce desk for an interview, but he is soon attacked from behind by Norman Meklakov, who puts him in the full nelson.

Dustin Kelly interviews "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock, who says that "The GunShow" Brett Michaels should be in anger management, and says that Michaels is a loser who cannot win a match when Action Jackson and Brett Michaels show up. Blaylock tells Michaels that "they" are coming for him very soon before he heads to the back.

"The GunShow" Brett Michaels and Action Jackson beat "The Memphis Mauler" Alan Steel and Johnny Dotson.

Championship Gold - Championship Wrestling From Hollywood recap for May 29, 2021

John Roberts interviews Jordan Cruz to start the show. Cruz says he had all the answers for Beef Candy (Flex McCalleon and Richie Slade), and while their tactics worked for a while, they got too carried away and big-headed when they attacked him from behind and made it personal. He says he does not take the overwhelming feeling of being Heritage Champion lightly, and he plans to be one of the best champions and prove he is worthy of holding the title.

Miguel beats Sketch. After the match, Miguel walks away with Sketch's skateboard, then Adriel Noctis shows up and tries to make amends with Sketch. Sketch is reluctant at first, but they eventually mend fences.

Backstage, Halston Boddy meets with Jamie Iovine, who says that nobody has been paid for their work and that Nikko Marquez was not here to pay people. Halston says the books are being cooked, and Iovine gets frustrated. Iovine says that Vivan Van has a match against Bryn Thorne - somebody that he has brought in - and tells Boddy to be ready. Halston Boddy says he is always ready.

Kevin "BHK" Martenson beats "Numero Uno" Mike Camden after Martenson knocks Camden out on the outside.

Viva Van beats Bryn Thorne. During the match, Cece Chanel runs towards the ring and is stopped by two referees. Bryn Thorne goes for an inside cradle, but the referee for the match is distracted at that time. Suddenly, Dom Kubrick shows up with Halston Boddy, reverses the pinfall and slides out of the ring before the ref is focused back on the match, and this gives Viva Van the win. Dom Kubrick celebrates with Halston Boddy and Viva Van after the match.

Backstage, Jack Farmer interviews The Bodega (Danny Limelight, "King FatBoy" Papo Esco, Slice Boogie). Danny Limelight says it feels good to be back and feels the show needs a little seasoning, and The Bodega interview Jack Farmer to put themselves over.

"Timeless" Levi Shapiro retains the United Television Championship against "The Golden Boy" Jordan Clearwater after attacks on Clearwater's knee from both Howdy Price and Shapiro as well as the claw being applied to the knee, which causes Clearwater to submit. After the match, Shapiro continues to attack Clearwater when "The GunShow" Brett Michaels from Championship Wrestling From Memphis suddenly shows up and chases him and Howdy Price out of the ring.

Those Dynamite Kids - Dynamite recap for May 28, 2021

Darby Allin beats Cezar Bononi. After the match, Darby Allin calls out Scorpio Sky and "All Ego" Ethan Page so that they can settle things tonight. Scorpio Sky and Ethan Page show up saying that Darby would like that before refusing to fight him and Sting for free. He says that when he and Ethan win on Sunday, it will be the end of one legend and the beginning of two more. As they leave, The Pretty Picture ("Pretty" Pete Avalon, "The Hollywood Hunk" Ryan Nemeth, Cezar Bononi) attack Darby Allin and Sting, then Ethan and Scorpio join in. Before Scorpio can injure Sting's leg, The Dark Order run in to make the save for Darby and Sting.

Paul Wight shows up to officiate the weigh-in of Anthony Ogogo and "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes. Ogogo is introduced first, followed by Cody. Ogogo is accompanied by The Factory, while Cody is accompanied by numerous members of The Nightmare Factory. Cody weighs in at 218 lbs., while Ogogo weighs in at 219 lbs. As the weigh-in is about to end, QT Marshall says that Ogogo has the victory at hand due to being one pound heavier than Cody, but that does not stop everyone from overwhelmingly cheering for Cody over Ogogo. The Factory clear out of the ring when "The Natural" Dustin Rhodes lunges at QT Marshall, then Cody says he will see the fans again at Double or Nothing before telling them to enjoy the show.

We see a video package about the upcoming Stadium Stampede match between The Inner Circle and The Pinnacle at Double or Nothing.

Backstage, Powerhouse Hobbs and Christian Cage brawl. Officials and referees stop both men before it gets worse.

Taz guests on commentary for the next match.

"Hangman" Adam Page beats "The Bad Boy" Joey Janela. During the match, it is announced that next week's show will take place at 10 PM Eastern/9 PM Central on June 4th. After the match, Taz introduces Page to "The Machine" Brian Cage, saying he will "kick the living shit out of [Page]" on Sunday, but Page sees Hook coming as he speaks to Taz and tells Cage he expected more out of him. Page asks Cage if he really needs help to beat him, then tells him to face him alone like a man on Sunday. Cage says he didn't need their help then and doesn't need their help on Sunday.

We hear from Jon Moxley and Eddie Kingston as they bury The Young Bucks' shoes in the ground. Moxley says it is time to get serious, as they are "a couple of schmucks thrown together" while The Young Bucks are the best tag team in the world, and says he has had Eddie's back in war and that it will be a war for the tag team titles on Sunday. Moxley says he needs the tag team titles, and while The Young Bucks may be the better team, the tag team titles are a couple of T-Bone steaks and they are a bunch of pitbulls. Eddie says that they will not quit and that they will win the tag team titles because the pressure is coming.

Tony Schiavone is in the ring to interview Orange Cassidy, but PAC shows up before Cassidy does. PAC tells Schiavone to leave the ring, then says that Cassidy will be irrelevant on Sunday and that the only individual of any relevance who will beat Kenny Omega and become AEW World Champion is him. He says that Kenny Omega has been ducking, dodging and manipulating to the point that it is pathetic and dares him to stand face-to-face with him so he can show what will happen at Double or Nothing. Don Callis shows up on the video screen and tells PAC he is a dangerous person and "a violent, aggressive, soulless sociopath" as Omega tries to sneak up on PAC, but PAC sees it coming. Suddenly, The Good Brothers ("The Big LG" Doc Gallows and "Machine Gun" Karl Anderson) ambush PAC from behind, but they are chased out of the ring by Penta el Zero M and Rey Fenix. Omega gets up, but as he goes for the One Winged Angel, Best Friends (Chuck Taylor, Trent, Orange Cassidy, Kris Statlander) shows up. Cassidy gets in the ring and pulls out a note for Kenny Omega. Omega opens the envelope and find another torn-up contract, then eats an Orange Punch from Cassidy. As Cassidy is about to pick up the AEW World Championship, PAC stops him, but as PAC tries to powerbomb him, Cassidy overpowers him and lays him out.

In footage from earlier today, Tony Schiavone interviews Jade Cargill when Matt Hardy shows up and says he will win the Casino Battle Royal and wants Cargill to be part of the Hardy Family Office. Mark Sterling shows up and says Cargill is his client. Sterling also threatens to hit Hardy with a 50-foot restraining order if he keeps accosting Cargill, and says that he only gets paid when Cargill wins as opposed to Hardy's 30% across the board. Hardy is livid.

Jade Cargill beats KiLynn King.

We hear from Jake "The Snake" Roberts and Lance Archer. Lance Archer tells Roberts - who expects Dante Martin - that he wants Miro, for even though he respects Martin, Miro has done nothing but piss him off and he wants to beat him to become TNT Champion.

Miro retains the AEW TNT Championship against Dante Martin with Game Over. After the match, Jake "The Snake" Roberts and Lance Archer show up, and Roberts tells Miro that his fairy tale will come to an end on Sunday. Miro dares Lance Archer to get in the ring with him, and Archer nearly choke slams Miro before referees get between them.

Hikaru Shida is honored for being AEW Women's World Champion for more than one year, and is presented with a new title belt. Shida says that when she won the title, there were no fans, but tonight, the fans are here, and she is proud to share this moment, for the AEW Women's World Championship is for the fans. Suddenly, Dr. Britt Baker D.M.D. shows up. Britt says she has come in peace and that Reba is not here, then congratulates Shida on being women's champion during a turbulent time in wrestling before saying that she will be the face of a whole new era when she beats Shida for the title on Sunday. (In the commercial break before this segment, Spanish language commentator Willie Urbina can be heard mocking Hikaru Shida's accent on Spanish language commentary during the break when asked to translate what Hikaru Shida said into Spanish. This incident will be directly responsible for Willie Urbina being fired from the company less than 24 hours later.)

Scorpio Sky and "All Ego" Ethan Page beats The Dark Order (Evil Uno and Stu Grayson). After the match, Ethan Page says that what happened tonight will happen on Sunday, then Darby Allin shows up with a bunch of people in Sting masks and shirts before attacking Ethan Page. Meanwhile, Scorpio Sky attacks the people in the Sting masks and finds out the hard way that one of them is the real Sting. Scorpio Sky and Ethan Page eventually retreat.

Eric Bischoff shows up to host the celebration of The Inner Circle. After mentioning that he got the honor to introduce what would become the New World Order 25 years ago last night, Bischoff introduces The Inner Circle. We see a video package of some of The Inner Circle's greatest moments, then Santana says that they are standing stronger than ever after eighteen months in front of the returning fans after carrying the company through a pandemic. Santana says that if this is the last time they are together in the ring, then it has been an honor to do it front of the fans. Jake Hager says he wants to be shown "the hard times that make hard men" when The Inner Circle left a piece of themselves in the ring. Sammy Guevara says The Inner Circle have been through everything together, and says that when he quit The Inner Circle, he did not like it at all, and says that he will do all in his power to make sure it doesn't happen again. Guevara then thanks The Inner Circle for everything if this is the last time, then Chris Jericho admits he was hesitant to create a faction due to not playing well with others, but eventually, all they cared about was each other. He says that if they lose on Sunday, they will go down in a blaze of glory, then tells the group that he loves them in case this is the last time. Suddenly, MJF and Wardlow show up on the video screen. MJF says he is more excited than ever for Sunday before revealing that he and Wardlow have attacked Dean Malenko and tells them to get to the football field before he makes Malenko "extra cold." As The Inner Circle run to the football field, they are attacked by the rest of The Pinnacle, who drive the Inner Circle into the ground - and two tables - with simultaneous piledrivers.

Friday Night's Main Event - Main Event recap for May 28, 2021

Ricochet beats Mustafa Ali two falls to one (2-1) in a Two out of Three Falls Match. Mustafa Ali gets the first fall by count-out after pulling the ring apron skirt out from underneath Ricochet's feet. Ricochet gets the second pinfall by disqualification after Mustafa Ali shoves the referee into the ropes to knock Ricochet off the top turnbuckle. Ricochet scores the third fall after hitting Mustafa Ali with the Rekoil as he jumps from the top turnbuckle.

205:Alive - 205 Live recap for May 28, 2021

Asher Hale beats "The Premier Athlete" Tony Nese by submission.

Ari Sterling beats Ariya Daivari.

Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for May 28, 2021

Backstage, Jimmy Uso is ready for his tag team match when Roman Reigns shows up with Paul Heyman. Roman asks them if they are ready. Jimmy says he has been ready, but Roman asks what the gameplan is. Jimmy says the gameplan is to win. Roman tells Jimmy he is happy for him, and wishes him good luck. Jimmy leaves, then Roman tells Jey "You're going to need it." Jey tells Roman that he is with him when Roman asks if Jimmy speaks for him now, and Roman tells Jey he should tell Jimmy.

Before the next match, Montez Ford says he has had some pep in his step, for tonight is the clash of the titans when he and Angelo Dawkins go against The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso). Montez admits they had a little fun at their expense last week, but when they heard that The Usos were challenging them, they felt flattered to be chosen, as they have been big fans. After Montez recalls The Usos of old, he says that they will be facing a different Usos, as Jimmy is back from injury after a year while Roman Reigns lives in Jey's head rent-free. Angelo then says Roman will do the same to Jimmy, too. The Usos show up, and Jimmy says it does not matter how long he has been on the shelf, as The Usos are back, and Jey promises to drop Montez where he stands if he mentions Roman again. He then says that the dream match will soon become a nightmare and that they will be one step closer to becoming seven-time tag team champions. Angelo Dawkins says that they are not stepping stones and that he and Montez run the tag team division, and Jey says that if they want the smoke, "it's lit now."

The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) beat The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford).

Backstage, Megan Morant interviews Dolph Ziggler and Robert Roode. Robert Roode admits their strategy at WrestleMania Backlash was a little flawed, but tonight will be different. Dolph Ziggler says that Rey Mysterio had the ferocity of three men that night, then says that they are a couple of "dirty dawgs" who do what they want and that they will take back the SmackDown tag team titles.

Natalya and Tamina beat The Riott Squad (Ruby Riott and Liv Morgan).

Backstage, The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) meet with WWE official Adam Pearce, and Jimmy wants a match with the SmackDown tag team champions next week. Pearce says he will make it official.

Before the next match, Kayla Braxton interviews Carmella. She says that Bianca Belair's career might read like a fairy tale right now, but she is about to end her happily ever after right now.

Bayley guests on commentary for the next match.

Bianca Belair beats Carmella. After the match, Bayley points and laughs at Bianca Belair.

Backstage, Megan Morant interviews Rey and Dominik Mysterio. Rey and Dominik both say that when one hurts, so does the other, but when they won the SmackDown tag titles, it was euphoria, and that nobody compares to them.

Seth Rollins heads to the ring and says he is here to fight, then calls Cesaro out so they can finish things. When Cesaro does not show, Seth Rollins laughs and says Cesaro is not here to ruin his birthday. After a video package of what Seth Rollins did to Cesaro last week, Seth Rollins then discloses some audio from Cesaro's hospital room, but it turns out to be a joke. Rollins then calls what happened to Cesaro "unfortunate" and pushed him to a point that his anger overcame him and he blacked out, then says that Cesaro should take part of the blame He says that the fans brainwashed Cesaro into thinking he could disrespect him and look right through him and that he deserved opportunities he did not earn, and if Cesaro never sets foot in the ring ever again, it is because of the fans.before saying he is a man of accountability before blaming the fans. He says that his hands are clean while Cesaro's are dirty, then wishes himself a happy birthday.

Kevin Owens beats Apollo Crews by disqualification after Commander Azeez hits Owens with the Nigerian Nail on the outside.

Backstage, Jey Uso meets with Roman Reigns about next week's match. Roman wants to know "What happened to we?" and says that he has only wanted the best for him while showing disappointment in Jey being part of the opening match. Roman tells Jey he does not want him to go back to a place where people can't tell him apart from Jimmy. Jey says he never thought about it like that, and Roman reminds Jey that Jimmy Uso hasn't.

Rick Boogs plays Shinsuke Nakamura to the ring.

Shinsuke Nakamura beats Chad Gable. During the match, King Corbin shows up and steals his crown back from Shinsuke Nakamura just before Nakamura hits the Kinshasa for the win. During the match, King Corbin shows up and steals his crown back from Shinsuke Nakamura just before Nakamura hits the Kinshasa for the win.

Backstage in the trainer's room, Owens tells WWE official Adam Pearce to give him another match with Apollo Crews. Pearce tells Owens he is "a tough son of a bitch," and tells him he has his match for the Intercontinental title next week and that Commander Azeez is banned from ringside.

Backstage, it is revealed that Rey Mysterio has been attacked.

Before the next match, Dolph Ziggler says he and Robert Roode had nothing to do with the backstage attack on Rey Mysterio. Roode says that they want a fair fight, then says that if Rey can't show up, it is a forfeit and they win the tag team titles. Ziggler and Roode say that there is no way that Dominik Mysterio will show up, but Dominik Mysterio tells officials that Rey Mysterio stepped up for him last week and that he will do it now. He then heads to the ring.

Dominik Mysterio retains the WWE SmackDown Tag Team Championships against Dolph Ziggler and Robert Roode following the distraction from a returning Rey Mysterio. After the match, The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) show up and have a staredown with Rey and Dominik while Roman Reigns and Paul Heyman watch from backstage.

Talking Smack: Paul Heyman addresses tonight's main event.

Here are the top ten moments from tonight's show!

Final Impact - Impact Wrestling recap for May 27, 2021

We hear from Sam Beale, who says that being in Impact Wrestling is awesome and that he is taking his opportunity by storm. Eddie Edwards shows up and tells Sam to keep up the good work, and Sam Beale shows interest in having a match with him. Eddie tells him to be careful what he wishes for.

Eddie Edwards beats Sam Beale in the pre-show match.

We hear from Violent By Design (Eric Young, Joe Doering, Deaner, Rhino). Eric Young says that last week, change came to pass and it was violent, and this week, they will show that it was by design.

Sami Callihan heads to the ring to start tonight's show. Sami says that ever since Kenny Omega showed up in Impact, all he has been seeing is "a bunch of bullcrap," which is why The Good Brothers ("The Big LG" Doc Gallows and "Machine Gun" Karl Anderson) cost him the match at Under Siege, for they are afraid of him. He says that one can plan for a guy like Moose or Rich Swann, but that one cannot plan for a guy like him, and says Don Callis will do everything in his power to keep Omega away from him because he is scared and knows what will happen if Omega gets in the ring with him. Sami then calls out Kenny Omega, but gets Moose instead. Moose says that Sami is doing a lot of complaining, then says nobody cares, because the last time he checked, Sami is not the #1 contender for the Impact World Championship and did not beat five other men at Under Siege. He then tells Sami to stay out of his business, because Kenny Omega is his business until Against All Odds, and when he beats Kenny Omega to become Impact World Championship, Sami can continue to complain so he can beat him too. Sami says Moose should find it suspicious The Good Brothers are attacking him and not Moose, because Don Callis knows he is unsafe and dangerous. Suddenly, The Good Brothers show up. Anderson asks Sami if he will blame them for not catching a fish or his wife divorcing him while saying he and Gallows are tired of being blamed for things, and Gallows tells Sami to stay out of Kenny Omega's and Moose's business, for they are on Moose's side. Moose says The Good Brothers may be on his side, but he is not on theirs, and attacks Gallows when he wraps his arm around his shoulder. Sami joins Moose in cleaning house. Backstage, Don Callis meets with The Good Brothers, who gives them a match against Moose and Sami Callihan.

Backstage, Gia Miller interviews Don Callis, who says that The Good Brothers ("The Big LG" Doc Gallows and "Machine Gun" Karl Anderson) vs. Moose and Sami Callihan is official due to his being Executive Vice President of Impact, then Scott D'Amore shows up. Scott D'Amore is shocked that Callis would make a match without telling him, but Callis is more concerned about meeting with Kenny Omega.

TJP and Fallah Bahh beat "The Canadian Destroyer" Petey Williams and "The Walking Weapon" Josh Alexander.

Backstage, Gia Miller interviews W. Morrissey. Morrissey says that says all he cares about is other people hearing what he has to say, and that he has a realistic view of the wrestling business, as people kicked him while he was down and fans made fun of his pain. He says that when he was at his lowest point, nobody wanted to contact him and everyone laughed at him, and when he came back, everybody acted like they were happy to see him again to try to be friends with him because he is doing great. On the subject of Rich Swann and Willie Mack, Morrissey says they are not friends, and that Swann is only looking to boost his ego and that Swann and Mack are the same as everyone else who laughed at him. W. Morrissey then looks at the camera and says "Who's laughing now?" before he is suddenly superkicked by Rich Swann. Security has to jump in to separate both men.

We see a video package for the Knockouts division.

Backstage, Gia Miller interviews Rachael Ellering, Tenille Dash wood, Rosemary and Havok. Rosemary says they will show no mercy and leave no survivor. When asked where Taylor Wilde is, Tenille and Kaleb do not know and have the feeling she will not make it. Rachael Ellering offers to replace Taylor Wilde with Jordynne Grace, and as Tenille is reluctant, Jordynne Grace shows up unhappy with being a "substitute." Rachael Ellering says she will fit in, but Jordynne reluctantly goes with it.

Rachael Ellering, Jordynne Grace, Havok, Tenille Dashwood and Rosemary beat Fire 'n Flava (Kiera Hogan and Tasha Steelz), Susan, Kimber Lee, and Deonna Purrazzo in a ten-Knockout tag team match.

The Impact Plus Flashback Moment of the week is Bobby Roode vs. Eric Young from January 12, 2016.

Backstage, "The Wealking Weapon" Josh Alexander admits that TJP beat him tonight, then says that everyone is gunning for the X Division Championship. TJP and Fallah Bahh show up, and TJP wants a shot at the X Division Championship. As Alexander says that he has always won between them with the X Division Championship on the line, Scott D'Amore shows up and makes next week's pre-show match a 60-minute Iron Man Match for the title.

We see a video package where Jake Something and Rohit Raju talk about their history with each other, followed by Jake Something and Rohit Raju hating each other. Jake Something thinks Rohit Raju's mind has been warped, while Rohit Raju feels that Jake has been catered to while his talent has been swept under the rug. Both of them make it clear they want to win their tables match.

Violent By Design (Eric Young, Joe Doering, Deaner, Rhino) heads to the ring. Eric Young says that violence may be scary, unpredictable and chaotic for some, but to them, it is a tool, a vehicle and a well-lit path from where they are to where they want to go. He says he needed like-minded people with their eyes open who knew that the disease needed to be obliterated, and that he picked Joe Doering because he cut his own path of violence. As for Deaner, he found him when he was sick and at his lowest, and he opened his eyes and showed him the truth when he had no drive or motivation and allowed him to be "his pure self" and his most diabolical, violent, righteous and perfect version of himself. He then says that Rhino was sick, weak and a shadow of his former self until he opened his eyes and brought back "the war machine" with the most violent instincts in the business and a Call Your Shot trophy that they waited to use, and says it was all by design. He says that Juice Robinson and David Finlay are back in Japan and cannot get a rematch, then says that Violent By Design have come back more pure and more violent than before, and that the wrestling world will belong to them. Suddenly, the lights go out, and when they come back on, Satoshi Kojima of New Japan Pro Wrestling fame shows up. Satoshi Kojima stares down Joe Doering and says "Against All Odds," then leaves the ring.

Backstage, Gia Miller interviews Dr. Ross, who says that Matt Cardona has a fractured orbital bone and should be out of action for twelve weeks. Brian Myers then says weeks is not enough and wants to destroy Matt Cardona for good. Sam Beale shows up and unintentionally interrupts, then Brian Myers looks at him and tells him that while he could slap the tattoos off of his body, he will show him how to be a professional.

Backstage, Joe Doering accepts Satoshi Kojima's challenge. Suddenly, Decay (Crazzy Steve and Black Taurus) show up, and when Deaner tells them not to interrupt, Steve tells Deaner he is in Eric Young's shadow. As Deaner says that he has never seen more clearly and that he is in his purest form while calling Steve is a "sick freak clown," it is the clever ones who play the fool and that the foolish ones "do not see him" for it.

Decay (Crazzy Steve and Black Taurus) beat Johnny Swinger and Hernandez.

Backstage, Don Callis talks with The Good Brothers ("The Big LG" Doc Gallows and "Machine Gun" Karl Anderson), saying they are family while Moose and Sami Callihan cannot stand each other and that they should have no problem winning.

The Good Brothers ("The Big LG" Doc Gallows and "Machine Gun" Karl Anderson) beat Moose and Sami Callihan after Moose and Sami refuses to get along when Sami tags in as Moose is about to hit the Lights Out. Moose pump kicks Sami, and when Sami kicks out of a schoolkid pin, he hits Moose with a pump kick of his own. After the match, Moose hits Sami with the Lights Out.

Here are the top five moments from tonight's show!

Generation NXT UK - NXT UK recap for May 27, 2021

Nathan Frazer beats Sha Samuels. During the match, Noam Dar gets ejected from ringside when he goes after Nathan Frazer for hitting him with a dive to the outside.

In backstage footage from two weeks ago, "Flash" Morgan Webster confronts Jinny and Joseph Conners as they mockingly congratulate Dani Luna. We then here from Jinny and Conners. Conners says they ahve heard all his stories about where he grew up and what mod cultuer means to him, but they just see a "clueless, classless individual" who surrounds himself with other like-minded fools. Conners tells Webster that he and everyone else in NXT UK are about to learn not to mess with him and Jinny, as the lower class is about to meet the higher class and the higher class always wins.

In backstage footage from during the break, Noam Dar is insulted that he was ejected from ringside, then tells Ilja Dragunov that he is all fun and games until he is not and that he will make him pay next week.

Teoman beats Ashton Smith with a crossface. After the match, Teoman attaks Smith and put hi min another crossface until Oliver Carter runs into the ring.

Backstage, Ilja Dragunov says he gave Noam Dar he gave him his truth about what has happened to him recently, but not the truth that he expected. He says that while he has changed, what has not changed is that he will bring violence who tries to trigger and manipulate him.

In backstage footage from earlier this week, Jack Starz is confronted by Pretty Deadly (Sam Stoker and Lewis Howley), who proceed to annoy him. Jack Starz says he has no problem bashing their skulls him, but Sam Stoker says that General Manager Johnny Saint makes the matches and that he has to earn a shot at the NXT UK Tag Team Championships. They then tell Jack Starz to find a tag team partner while they go talk to Johnny Saint.

"The Lucky Yin" Kenny Williams - now with a clean-shaven face - beats Andy Wild.

In two weeks: Meiko Satomura vs. Kay Lee Ray for the NXT UK Women's Championship!

We see a video package for next week's rematch between Rampage Brown and Joe Coffey.

Trent Seven beats Sam Gradwell.

Generation NXT - NXT recap for May 25, 2021

Shotzi Blackheart and Ember Moon beat Dakota Kai and Raquel Gonzalez. After the match, Raquel and Dakota attack Ember and Shotzi, then Raquel slams Shotzi into the barricade and the ring post while Dakota forces Ember to watch.

We hear from Tommaso Ciampa and Timothy Thatcher. Ciampa says that while they made mistakes and put the cart before the horse with Grizzled Young Veterans (Zack Gibson and James Drake), and Thatcher says their path now runs straight through them. After Ciampa says they will have a third round, Thatcher says he will enjoy breaking Grizzled Young Veterans' limbs.

Pete Dunne beats Bobby Fish. After the match, Oney Lorcan attacks Bobby Fish and threatens to put him on the shelf again. He then pushes down on Fish's arm with his foot while standing on him on the apron, then kicks the arm when referees tell him to leave.

We hear from Mercedes Martinez, who says she took Raquel Gonzalez to the limit even though she lost and learn from it, and tonight, she makes her way back to the NXT Women's Championship. Meanwhile, Boa is watching in the background.

We hear from Hit Row (Isaiah "Swerve" Scott, Top Dolla, Ashante "Thee" Adonis, B-Fab) in the studio. They say they have been putting people on notice, and B-Fab says it is time for them to go gold. Isaiah "Swerve" Scott says all eyes are on the main event, while Top Dolla says they have plans for MSK (Nash Carter and Wes Lee). Ashante "Thee" Adonis says he will take the Cruiserweight Championship from KUSHIDA, while Swerve has his eyes on the North American Championship.

Mercedes Martinez beats Zayda Ramier. After the match, the lights go out, then the arena glows red and smoke can be seen. Afterwards, the lights come back on, but Mercedes Martinez finds out her right hand has the black mark of Tian Sha.

Cameron Grimes heads to the ring. He is about to speak when "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase arrives. Grimes asks DiBiase "Why?" and tells him that he was not always rich. He then says that he always looked up to DiBiase and said that he could make people miserable and still have them like him because of his money. He then says it is true when people say to never meet your idols. DiBiase says he likes Grimes and says they have more in common than he thinks and that he put him through everything because he saw a little bit of himself. He also says he is out here because he is looking for that one individual who embodies everything that The Million Dollar Man and his legacy stands for, then says it is not about money or humiliating people, but about in-ring performance. DiBiase tells Grimes he has got it, but tells him that he has lost his focus since becoming rich. Suddenly, LA Knight shows up. LA Knight says he sees a million dollar opportunity before introducing himself to DiBiase, and while he is not a millionaire yet, he and DiBiase can put the last piece into the puzzle and take the Million Dollar legacy to new heights, for it is his game. DiBiase says that he knows that LA Knight has had a great deal of success and has a shot of becoming a mega-star in NXT, but Grimes says LA Knight is not him and tells Knight to get out of the ring before he kicks his ass to the moon. Knight responds by laying Grimes out, then DiBiase looks down at Grimes and says "Kid...you're just never gonna get it, are ya?" before laughing. DiBiase then leaves with LA Knight.

Backstage, Indi Hartwell is looking for Dexter Lumis and asks Ever-Rise (Chase Parker and Matt Martel) if they have seen him. Drake Maverick shows up and says he was in a nearby room the last time he saw him. Indi enters the dark room, and when she turns the lights on, she finds several drawings, one of which shows him with a knife where his heart is.

Franky Monet beats Cora Jade in her debut match.

We hear from Grizzled Young Veterans (Zack Gibson and James Drake. Zack Gibson says they were just putting Timothy Thatcher and Tommaso Ciampa, and James Drake say they are done with them and are here for the NXT tag team titles. Gibson then says that they will be watching MSK's (Nash Carter and Wes Lee) tag team title match next week, for he and Drake are the leaders the tag team division need.

We hear from Imperium (Walter, Fabian Aichner, Marcel Barthel). Walter says Alexander Wolfe did not have what it takes to stand for this great sport, and says that Fabian Aichner and Marcel Barthel will start righting wrongs by beating Breezango (Tyler Breeze and Fandango), stating that failure is not an option.

Bronson Reed heads to the ring. Reed says it took fourteen years of climbing the mountain, falling, getting back up, and climbing the mountain again to become NXT North American Champion, and while he has heard "no" and had doubters, he is proof that kids can achieve goals. He then says good luck trying to take the North American title from him, saying anybody who wants to take the title from him has a colossal mountain to climb. Suddenly, Legado del Fantasma (Santos Escobar, Joaquim Wilde, Raul Mendoza) shows up. Santos Escobar tells Bronson Reed he has a telenovela story going on, then says he cannot relate to anything Bronson Reed said, for he was born a champion and the business belongs to him. He says that after Bronson Reed's victory, the North American Championship caught his eye, then says he is the emperor of lucha libre, which is why he took the Cruiserweight Championship. He then says that with the North American Championship, he sees the States and Mexico, even though Joaquim asks about Canada. As Legado del Fantasma surround the ring and Santos says the title is his, MSK (Nash Carter and Wes Lee) show up and help Bronson Reed clean house.

Backstage, General Manager William Regal announces that a #1 contender's Triple Threat Match between Pete Dunne, Kyle O'Reilly and Johnny Gargano will happen next week, and that the winner will face the NXT Champion at NXT TakeOver: In Your House 2021.

Karrion Kross retains the NXT Championship by submission.

After Dark - AEW Dark recap for May 25, 2021

Nick Comoroto beats Duke Davis. After the match, Justin Roberts announces that QT Marshall will take a seat as Aaron Solow will take on Ganon Jones at Marshall's request, even though the match is not scheduled until later in the show.

Aaron Solow beats Ganon Jones with the Pedigree.

Preston "10" Vance beats Dillon McQueen with the full nelson.

The Dark Order (Evil Uno and Colt Cabana) beat Steven Andrews and Simon Lotto.

Big Swole and KiLynn King beat The Bunny and Madi Wrenkowski.

The Gunn Club (Billy and Colten Gunn) beat Kal Herro and Liam Gray.

We hear from Diamante, who tells Reka Tehaka that she is getting wrecked and that she will show everyone how they do it in Miami.

"Absolute" Ricky Starks guests on commentary for the next three matches.

"Legit" Leyla Hirsch beats Vertvixen with a cross arm breaker.

Dante Martin beats Jason Hotch.

Backstage, Dasha Gonzalez interviews Angelico. He is not worried about his match tonight, because when it comes to technical wrestling, nobody is at his level, and when it comes to hold-for-hold wrestling, he is afraid of no man.

Diamante beats Reka Tehaka.

"The Bad Boy" Joey Janela beats Bear Bronson.

"Absolute" Ricky Starks guests on commentary for the next two matches.

Angelico beats Ryzin with the Navarro Death Roll.

Backstage, Alex Marvez interviews "The Bad Boy" Joey Janela. He mentions that Sonny Kiss has a big match tonight against "The Machine" Brian Cage and that he will be in Sonny's corner much like Sonny was in his to ensure the rest of Team Taz (Taz, "Absolute" Ricky Starks, Powerhouse Hobbs, Hook) does not get involved. He says that "Bad Boy Summer" is upon us, which means skinny margaritas, tanning on the beach and "beautiful women sucking on [his] nips."

Julia Hart beats Tesha Price, earning her first AEW win.

"The Machine" Brian Cage beats Sonny Kiss. After the match, Hook gets in the ring and chokes out Taz. "The Bad Boy" Joey Janela almost considers going into the ring, but reconsiders and walks to the back with his hands over his face.

Raw Deal - Raw recap for May 24, 2021

MVP is in the ring to start tonight's show, and he introduces Bobby Lashley. Lashley shows up with his female entourage. Following a video package of what happened to Lashley last week, MVP then demands the entourage give Lashley a round of applause, which they do. MVP then announces that WWE will go back on the road in July so that the fans can see Lashley up close and personal, and the entourage also applauds this. He then says that a "perennial dark cloud" continues to hang over him and Lashley, and that "dark cloud" is Drew McIntyre. Lashley says he has beaten McIntyre more than once, then says he and MVP do not want to see him anymore. MVP then says that they tried to move on from McIntyre with their open challenge, but McIntyre got involved after Kofi Kingston opened the challenge. McIntyre then shows up yet again. McIntyre says their business is his business and that his business is taking back the WWE Championship, and says that if it weren't for MVP or Braun, he would have won it. He then says he wants his title rematch and knows deep down that Lashley wants it, too. He says that Lashley wants to prove that he is the number one Superstar on wrong, but at the same time he feels that Lashley does not think he measures up to him or "has the balls" to face him. Lashley brings up McIntyre's actions from last week's main event, but McIntyre says all he hears is excuses when The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods) suddenly shows up. Kofi says Lashley and McIntyre both have good points, then Lashley asks Kofi if he has thanked McIntyre yet. Kofi says he did not ask McIntyre to be in his corner and says he answered Lashley because he never got a WWE Championship rematch. Kofi then tells McIntyre to get behind him, and as McIntyre talks with Kofi, WWE official Adam Pearce shows up and puts Kingston and McIntyre in a match where the winner faces Lashley for the WWE Championship at Hell In A Cell. MVP approves of the idea, and moves his VIP Lounge to the stage so he, Lashley and the ladies can all watch this match up close.

We hear from Braun Strowman, who says he cannot wait to get back to competing on the road and throwing hands at whoever gets in his way.

Kofi Kingston vs. Drew McIntyre to decide who faces Bobby Lashley for the WWE Championship at Hell In A Cell ends in a no-contest with MVP and Lashley attack both men at the same time after Kofi knocks McIntyre into Lashley with a top rope cross body to the outside. During the match, MVP and Bobby Lashley watch the match from the announce table after the second commercial break after McIntyre dares Lashley to get in the ring with him. After the match, Kofi and McIntyre take out Lashley with both a Trouble In Paradise and a Claymore Kick, forcing MVP and Lashley to retreat.

In footage from earlier today, Rhea Ripley wishes Charlotte Flair luck in her match tonight, as she will probably lose like she did last week. Charlotte calls Ripley "jealous" and says she wishes she could be like her, then Nikki Cross shows up and says she could beat both of them. Charlotte says she is too busy with Asuka and says she could beat Nikki in two minutes, but Ripley accepts after saying she can do what Charlotte refuses to do after saying that Charlotte constantly talks down to people.

We see Eva Marie's new vignette from last week.

Nikki Cross beats Rhea Ripley in a Beat The Clock Challenge when Rhea Ripley fails to beat her in two minutes. After the match, Charlotte Flair shows up for her match as Nikki celebrates, and Charlotte laughs at Rhea Ripley.

We hear from Damian Priest, who tells the fans to see why they call him "The Archer of Infamy" when WWE gets back on the road in July.

Backstage, Drew McIntyre and Kofi Kingston meet with WWE official Adam Pearce, who makes a rematch with the same WWE Championship opportunity at Hell In A Cell for the winner for next week. Kofi says that if MVP and Bobby Lashley are kept out of the match, he will have no problem beating McIntyre and then beating Lashley. McIntyre says he will not let anybody - including Kofi - get in the way of the WWE Championship.

Charlotte Flair beats Asuka after pinning her shoulders to the mat on an Asuka Lock attempt and working on her left knee throughout the match.

Backstage, Bobby Lashley is told that WWE official Adam Pearce wants to see him.

We hear from Mandy Rose and Dana Brooke, who have missed being on the road, travelling and performing for the fans, which they plan to do when WWE is back on the road.

Backstage, MVP and Bobby Lashley meet with WWE official Adam Pearce. Lashley says he is the only Superstar who can represent Raw. Pearce says that if either of them interfere next week, Lashley will be suspended for 90 days without pay. MVP holds an angry Lashley back, telling him to save his anger for Hell In A Cell.

Before the next match, Cedric Alexander tells Shelton Benjamin that they had something as Raw Tag Team Champions and as part of The Hurt Business for the past year after MVP took them from obscurity to the top of the mountain. He then blames their being kicked out of The Hurt Business on Shelton Benjamin being washed up, and says he was the only person who carried their team and was collateral damage when Shelton was kicked out. Cedric then says he is young, fresh and in his prime and has years to correct past mistakes while Shelton is not, then says that he is an evolving athlete who learns and that tonight will end with him winning while Shelton will be gone for good.

Cedric Alexander beats Shelton Benjamin with the Neuralyzer after thumbing Shelton in the eye.

We hear from John Morrison, who says that he will be competing again when WWE goes back on the road in July as he makes numerous water jokes.

Matt Riddle beats Xavier Woods with an RKO.

Charlotte Flair vs. Rhea Ripley for the WWE Raw Women's Championship is made official for Hell In A Cell.

Jaxson Ryker beats "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles after Elias knees Styles in the jaw at ringside. After the match, Omos runs out and finds Elias hiding behind the barricade, then chases him and Jaxson Ryker to the back and shoves Elias into some LED boards.

We hear from Jeff Hardy, who says that it feels like a millennia since he went out on tour and that he cannot wait to tour the universe when WWE goes back on the road in July.

Sheamus beats Humberto Carrillo after sitting down on a wheelbarrow move from Carrillo and grabbing the tights. After the match, Sheamus continues to attack Humberto Carrillo and puts him in the Cloverleaf. All of a sudden, he is hit with a missile drop kick from Ricochet, who teams up with Humberto Carrillo to get in the last word.

Backstage, Sarah Schreiber interviews Nia Jax and "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler. Nia says that what happened last week was a fluke and will not happen again, but Shayna says Nia was distracted yet again. Nia says that Reginald has been shaken up and has been having nightmares, and Shayna says that they were an unstoppable force until Nia was distracted by things that don't matter. Shayna says tonight, it will just be them in the match. Reginald says he was only trying to help, but Shayna tells him that if she sees him at ringside, she will give him a real reason to have nightmares.

We hear from Eva Marie, who says it is as important to build yourself from inside as it is from the outside, and that physical strength starts with the right mindset and that while the weight of the world will bring one down, discipline and consistency will overcome weakness. She also says she has learned to become her own cheerleader and have helped other people become better versions of themselves.

Natalya and Tamina retain the WWE Women's Tag Team Championships against Nia Jax and "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler. Despite being warned not to be at ringside by Baszler, Reginald is at ringside before the first commercial break. Later in the match, Baszler sees Reginald and tells him to leave. Reginald leaves, and as he does, the pyro goes off and blinds Reginald again, and this distraction causes Natalya and Tamina to retain with an inside cradle from Natalya to Baszler. After the match, Baszler grabs Reginald and challenges him to a match next week, telling him that if he has the balls, she will make him wish he was in the explosion.

Raw Talk: Riddle is overjoyed to hit his first RKO.

Here's the top ten moments from tonight's show!

After Dark Elevation - AEW Dark Elevation recap for May 24, 2021

QT Marshall beats Robo.

Abadon beats Leila Grey.

Thunder Rosa beats Ashley D'Amboise with the Peruvian Calovera Choke.

We see a video package for The Gunn Club (Billy, Austin and Colten Gunn). Billy Gunn says he did not think he would be wrestling and would be more like a coach at this point in his life. Austin and Colten talk about how their father was larger than life when they were growing up and how they got used to the nature of the wrestling business back then, and that they were both able to go to college and have a roof over their heads growing up. Billy Gunn talks about how he made it a priority for Austin and Colten to graduate from college first. Austin then talks about how he took to wrestling after being in other sports as a kid, and Billy Gunn says that Austin has what it takes to become a superstar. Colten talks about he went from building million dollar houses to becoming a wrester himself. Billy says that tagging with his sons is awesome, especially given what he has done in the business, and says that he can reitre happily. Colten says that Billy has a coach's mentality and pushes them every single day to make sure that they are ready for any situation. Austin also talks about some of the music that he has made since the sixth grade. Billy then goes to say that Austin and Colten have pressure on them to succeed due to being second-generation wrestlers and that most of the pressure is what they have placed on themselves due to what he has done, and Austin and Colten want to retire proud and on a high note.

"Big Shotty" Lee Johnson beats Daniel Garcia.

We hear from Scorpio Sky and "All Ego" Ethan Page. Scorpio says that Ethan is looking "beefy," then Ethan brags about how they are picking up wins and that they have singles matches tonight in an attempt to take over all the other division while stating that The Dark Order is not safe.

"The Native Beast" Nyla Rose beats Robyn Renegade.

"All Ego" Ethan Page beats Alex "3" Reynolds.

Tay Conti beats Queen Aminata.

Penta el Zero Miedo beats Mike Sydal.

Scorpio Sky beats Alan "5' Angels with the heel hook.

We hear from Matt Hardy. Matt says that he has created a forum for The Hardy Fmuily Office in order to make money, as he has no idea when his last day owrestling will be. He also wants to help youner talent, but as he did this, he lost track of his goal of taking care of himself while in AEW and creating an environment where he can survive, thrive and win while reminding the fans of who he is. Starting tonihgt with Fuego del Sol, he will start making people put reverence on his name.

Matt Hardy beats Fuego del Sol with The Leech.

Ren Narita beats Royce Isaacs.

Rocky Romero beats JD Drake. After the match, the rest of The Pretty Picture ("Pretty" Peter Avalon, Cezar Bononi, "The Hollywood Hunk" Ryan Nemeth) show up and attack Romero, but they clear out when Best Friends (Chuck Taylor, Trent, Orange Cassidy, Kris Statlander) run into the ring. After the match, Romero celebrates with Best Friends.

Honor Roll - Ring of Honor recap for May 22, 2021

Quinn McKay returns to hosting duties, thanking her fans for their support saying that her recent match in ROH might be first, but it will not be her last.

It is revealed that Matt Taven has been attacked backstage and that his ankle is hurt. Mike Bennett helps Matt Taven to the trainer's room.

Fred Yehi beats Rocky Romero in a Pure Rules Match with the Koji Clutch in 14:44.

Backstage in the trainer's room, Matt Taven tells Mike Bennett he still wants to wrestle tonight's tag team title match, saying he has previously wrestled for months on an injured ankle that was just about to break.

"The Mercenary" Flip Gordon heads to the ring. He tells Rush he is done waiting because he has him exactly where he wants him, and says that for the last year, he has seen him defend the ROH World Championship against the best in the business and that it is his turn to do what other could not and beat Rush for the ROH World Championship. Instead of getting Rush, he gets EC3, and EC3 slowly walks down the aisle before entering the ring. EC3 and flip have a brief staredown, then tells Flip "You have been warned." EC3 then walks away.

We hear from The Foundation (Rhett Titus and "Hot Sauce" Tracy Williams). Rhett Titus says they will make their first tag team title defense against The OGK (Matt Taven and Mike Bennett). Suddenly, Jay Lethal shows up and tells them that he has heard from Mike Bennett that Matt Taven has been attacked and is in the trainer's room, and that Matt Taven still wanting to wrestle for the tag team titles at less than 100% shows how important the titles are. Lethan then tells Titus and Williams not to take their title opportunity away from them.

The Foundation (Rhett Titus and "Hot Sauce" Tracy Williams) retain the ROH World Tag Team Championships against The OGK (Matt Taven and Mike Bennett). After the match, Vincent is seen mocking Matt Taven on the video screen.

Championship Gold - Championship Wrestling From Memphis recap for May 22, 2021

"The Memphis Mauler" Alan Steel and Johnny Dotson show up and are interviewed by Dustin Starr at the announce table in the debuting Wrestlecenter. Steel has the feeling he was not wanted as the first Memphis Heritage Champion, and Dotson says he and Steel are the hottest thing going around here. Steel says he and Dotson are the highlights in Championship Wrestling From Memphis, then we see a video package chronicling events from Steel and Dotson's debut and Steel's win in the Grind City Rumble. Steel then says that Dotson's opinion is the only one that matters, and says that in just a little while, they will make one more highlight when Jerry Jarrett awards him the Memphis Heritage Championship and raises their hands in victory.

We see footage of The Posse helping to build the announce table for the Wrestlecenter after The Posse shows up wearing hard hats. Dustin and Maria find out they are on The Posse's "no-prank" list as it is announced that The Posse will be facing The Skimahorns (Brad and Briar Skimahorn).

The Posse (Simon and Lil' Chris) beat The Skimahorns (Brad and Briar Skimahorn). After the match, The Skimahorns are angry with their inability to win and people showing up to play games, and Brad says that back-up is coming while Briar says it is "all a political game."

Dustin Starr interviews "Smokin' Hot" Nikki Lane at the announce desk after some highlights. Nikki says she did what she came to do: slay "The Queen of the Gulf Coast" Katelynn Black and dethrone Derrick King. She says that she is now focused on winning the women's championship. Afterwards, Eric McMahon makes a surprise appearance, saying he fired Super Ed after neither of them showed up at the Grind City Rumble, then says his new client Paris Kelly was in a bad accident a couple of weeks ago. Paris Kelly shows up, and we then see a picture of her from after the accident. Eric then calls out Diana Taylor, who is about to face Nikki Lane, and Diana says that she did not mean to hurt anybody. Eric McMahon demands an apology, and when Diana apologizes, Eric says it is not good enough and to not talk to his client, for they will be suing her in county court for damages.

"Smokin' Hot" Nikki Lane beats Diana Taylor by count-out when Diana Taylor leaves and heads to the back, unable to focus on the match with Eric McMahon and Paris Kelly at ringside.

Dustin Starr interviews "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock at the announce desk. Blaylock demands he be called a director, not a wrestling manager, and says he directs people to kick butt and that he will do this as he directs the "Hollywood Horror Show." As he says he does not care about "The GunShow" Brett Michaels - whom he calls "a big crybaby" - Brett Michaels shows up and Dustin Starr is caught between them. Brett Michaels says the fans know he should be Memphis Heritage Champion right now, then heads to the ring after apologizing to Maxx Stone, saying Jimmy "cost [him] every bit of this right now."

"The GunShow" Brett Michaels beats Maxx Stone. After the match, Brett Michaels chases "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock to the back, then it is announced that Brett Michaels will get a one-on-one Memphis Heritage Championship match against Alan Steel in two weeks. Brett Michaels says he has bigger fish to fry after what's happened to him in Championship Wrestling From Memphis so far, and that he will become the next Memphis Heritage Champion.

"The Memphis Mauler" Alan Steel and Johnny Dotson show up accusing Dustin Starr of being friends with "The GunShow" Brett Michaels and giving out title shots, then Steel demands to know how much longer he has to wait to be given the Memphis Heritage Championship. After being told that Jerry Jarrett is indeed here, Steel says he and Dotson are the only people they worry about and demands that Jerry Jarrett get out to the ring.

Action Jackson beats "The King of Pow" Chris Lexx. After the match, Action Jackson says "The King of Pow" Chris Lexx can go all day, then gets the crowd pumped one more time.

Jerry Jarrett is in the ring with the Memphis Heritage Championship as "The Memphis Mauler" Alan Steel and Johnny Dotson make their way there. Jarrett speaks with Steel and Dotson, then awards the Memphis Heritage Championship to Steel and raises Steel's hand. Suddenly, Steel jerks his hand away and Steel puts on his black gloves after Dotson hands them to him. Suddenly, "The GunShow" Brett Michaels gets in the ring but gets outnumbered, and Action Jackson runs into the ring to make the save for Michaels. Michaels and Jackson then clean house. Jerry Jarrett, who has left the ring at the beginning of the brawl, gets in the ring with Michaels and Jackson and thanks them before raising their hands.

Halston Boddy's Coastline Clash, Part 3 - Championship Wrestling From Hollywood recap for May 22, 2021

Dan Joseph beats Dom Kubrick by submission and nearly refuses to let go after the match due to being angered by an inadvertent kick to the groin by Kubrick.

Backstage, John Roberts interviews Jack Cartwright. Cartwright says this chance at the Television title means a lot to him, and says that he has never embarrassed like he has been by Levi Shapiro. He says that Levi Shapiro should have ended his career back in November and that he had one person who stood up for him when everyone looked at him like a child only for that person to be taken away as well. Cartwright says he will take the one thing that Shapiro cares about: his gold.

Backstage, John Roberts interviews Midnight Heat and Guy Tweakacetti. Tweak says Midnight Heat put in a good performance even though they did not win, then says they have their minds on greater things, such as the premiere of "Heatstreet." Gibson says that while the United tag team titles are important, they are focused on more than one thing and that they are playing chess while other teams are playing checkers.

Before the next match begins, Darwin Finch says that while he understands that Gentleman Jervis wants to face "Sweet" Robin Shaw, he is at less than 50% and Shaw has no respect. Darwin Finch says it is because of Jervis that guys like them are in Championship Wrestling, and if Shaw wants Jervis, he will have to go through him to do it.

"Sweet" Robin Shaw beats The Friendship Farm (Gentleman Jervis and Darwin Finch) with a vice grip to Jervis following the Sweet Embrace.

Jack Cartwright vs. Levi Shapiro ends in a draw after television time expires. Levi Shapiro retains the United Television Championship. During the match, Howdy Price pulls the referee out of the ring during a pinfall attempt, then calls for The Hot Commodities (Anthony Idol and Honest John) to attack Cartwright. Cartwright fights them off after Idol punches at him with a chain around his fist and Cartwright ducks, causing Shapiro to get hit instead.