Raw Deal - Raw recap for May 11, 2026

Roman Reigns is met by General Manager Adam Pearce as he enters the building. Pearce is considering firing Jacob Fatu, but Roman wants Jacob to acknowledge him in the ring, especially since he was the one to bring him here. Roman then heads to his dressing room.

The Vision ("The Oracle" Paul Heyman, Bron Breakker, Logan Paul, Austin Theory) heads to the ring to start tonight's show. Heyman praises Breakker's win over Seth "Freakin'" Rollins and says that Rollins is the one who is not ready, as he was not ready Breakker's physical onslaught and not ready for his wisdom, and Rollins will never be ready to have a vision of victory over The Vision. Heyman allows Theory to air his grievances. Theory addresses The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford), who keep putting their nose in The Vision's business and need the tag team titles "because Bianca [Belair] can't pay the bills anymore." As Theory mentions Joe Hendry, The Street Profits show up. Montez says that since Bianca is busy with the baby, somebody had to come to Raw to beat The Vision's asses all over Knoxville, Tennessee. He also says that The Street Profits have returned for the World Tag Team Championships and that they are always up and wanting the smoke. Logan Paul says The Street Profits are a legendary team, but they are old news and have done nothing but organize a baby shower for the last six months. He also says that Bianca is better than Montez for stating that The Vision is always ready. All of a sudden, Joe Hendry shows up with his guitar and sings about getting Logan Paul fired again before the show goes to a commercial break.

The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) and Joe Hendry beat The Vision (Bron Breakker, Logan Paul, Austin Theory) in a six-man tag match after Seth "Freakin'" Rollins shows up and stops Breakker's attempt at a Spear on the outside behind the referee's back, allowing Angelo Dawkins to pin Bron Breakker with a schoolkid pin for the win. After the match, Theory attacks Dawkins, but Rollins makes the save. He then helps Dawkins up, but Breakker takes out Dawkins with a Spear. As The Vision regroups, Montez confronts Rollins for Dawkins getting hurt.

General Manager Adam Pearce gets to know Los Americanos Hermanos' (Bruto and Julio) names, then Liv Morgan and "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio show up wanting to know is next for Dominik. El Grande Americano I takes offense to the interruption, and Dominik says El Grande Americano I is not a real luchador. This leads to Pearce putting Dominik in a match against El Grande Americano I with the AAA Mega Championship on the line. Afterwards, Los Garzas (Angel and Berto) shows up asking Pearce for an opportunity.

Penta heads to the ring. Penta says that heard about "All Ego" Ethan Page talking about the Intercontinental Championship, and dares Ethan Page to say it to his face. Ethan Page shows up, says that Penta painted his face and put it under a mask to hide his identity while he is who he says he is. He also talks about how he pinned Penta in the middle of the ring last week, which makes him #1 contender, and says that Penta is afraid to lose to him again. Penta says he is not afraid to defend his title against him and that they can go right now, and Ethan says that while Penta is ready to go, he is not, then mentions the prestige of the Intercontinental title and says it needs the spotlight it deserves. Ethan then challenges Penta for the title at Saturday Night's Main Event, and Penta says that he is ready for the world and will face Ethan any time, anywhere. All of a sudden, Rusev shows up and tells Ethan Page that he is next in line for the title and tells Ethan to watch what he says, but Ethan says that he has talked to General Manager Adam Pearce and says he is the new guy while Ruev has been here longer. As Ethen says that even Je'Von Evans has said that he cannot beat Rusev, Je'Von Evans shows up to take on the rumor that he said that (he did not), then gets accosted and attacked by Rusev and Ethan. This starts a brawl where Je'Von and Penta come out on top.

Je'Von Evans beats Rusev.

Members of the Tennessee Volunteers college football teams are seen in the front row.

We see a video package for the AAA Mega Championship.

Backstage, Iyo Sky is met by Asuka. The two of them hug, and Asuka says she was looking for someone to take over her position and that Iyo Sky became that person, and she is so glad it was Iyo. Iyo says that even if they fight, they will always be family. Iyo then says goodbye to Asuka, who says "See you later" before leaving the building with her suitcase.

Brie Bella and Paige head to the ring. Brie addresses The Judgment Day's (Raquel Rodriguez and Roxanne Perez) proposition that they come to Raw, and says that they are here. Paige says they are ready for a fight, and Brie wants The Judgment Day to come to the ring. Raquel and Roxanne head to the ring, and Raquel welcomes them to Raw before Roxanne talks about how she saw Brie and Paige on TV while they were still young and relevant, and how she met the both of them as a young girl. She says that Brie set the bar so low as to expect her to continue the Bella legacy. Brie says that she has her confused with Liv Morgan and wanted Roxanne to make her own legacy, then says that Roxanne's mom is disappointed with her. Raquel tells Brie and Paige to save them the embarrassment and hand them the women's tag team titles, as they do not deserve them. Paige strikes Raquel with one of the titles, starting a brawl. Liv Morgan shows up and hits Paige with a Codebreaker, and the numbers game takes over before Liv, Raquel and Rodriguez celebrate.

Backstage, Roman Reigns is met by Jimmy Uso. Jimmy says that "Main Event" Jey Uso is waiting for Jacob Fatu to dissuade him from coming to the ring. Jimmy asks Roman to move on from Jacob, but Roman says they had a deal and that Jacob signed on the line. Roman says that if Jacob Fatu does not respect him, then no one else will, and Jacob will be out of here. Jimmy says he will find Jey.

We hear from "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio, who says that he has held the AAA Mega Championship for eight months and has not only become king of the luchadors, but has outdone everything Rey Mysterio has ever done. He says that El Grande Americano will never get his hands on his title.

Iyo Sky beats Sol Ruca with a crucifix pin after narrowly avoiding the Sol Snatcher.

Backstage, Jimmy Uso meets with "Main Event" Jey Uso and tells Jey that Roman Reigns wants Jacob Fatu to show up and acknowledge him. Neither of them believe that Jacob will acknowledge Roman.

Backstage, Jackie Redmond interviews The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford). Angelo Dawkins says that they came back for the World Tag Team Championships, then Seth "Freakin'" Rollins says that it is about time that they talked. Montez is not in the mood, but Dawkins wants to hear Rollins out. Rollins says that he was wrong, but Montez says they do not need him to win the World Tag titles.

Backstage, Iyo Sky meets with Sol Ruca. Iyo says that Sol is the future and that they will fight again one day. Iyo leaves, then Becky Lynch shows up and says that Sol cannot beat Iyo and that the lights are too bright for her.

Before the next match, Oba Femi declares that the open challenge has begun, then General Manager Adam Pearce shows up and says nobody was willing to answer the challenge and that the open challenge is cancelled for tonight. Oba Femi leaves the ring and heads to the back, saying that everyone is a coward, then finds and grabs Angel, throws him into Berto, and carries the both of them into the ring.

Oba Femi quickly beats Los Garza (Angel and Berto) in a two-on-one handicap match in the Oba Femi Open Challenge.

We hear from El Grande Americano I, who says that the AAA Mega Championship is a title of prestige and belongs around his waist, as "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio is not prestigious. He says that the Mega title will soon be around his waist.

Backstage, Finn Balor attacks JD McDonagh as he accompanies "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio to the ring and takes him out of commission.

"Dirty" Dominik Mysterio retains the AAA Mega Championship against El Grande Americano I. During the match, Los Americanos (El Grande Americano II, Rayo Americano, Bravo Americano) distract both the referee and El Grande Americano I, and Los Americanos Hermanos (Julio and Bruto) show up and even the numbers game. El Grande Americano I goes for El Grande Americano II's mask, and that allows Dominik to hit the 619 and the top rope splash to win and retain.

Backstage, Jackie Redmond interviews Logan Paul and Austin Theory. Logan says that if he has to listen to Joe Hendry's song one more time, he will "Vincent Van Gogh himself" and cut off his own ears. As Logan complains about the song, Theory wants Logan to relax. Logan and Theory then take a car out of the arena.

Roman Reigns and Jimmy Uso head to the ring. It is not long before Jacob Fatu arrives, and "Main Event" Jey Uso tries to tell Jacob to think about this, as he will create a lot of problems for himself and his family is he does what he is about to do. Jacob responds by headbutting Jey and attacking him. Jacob then looks at the camera and tells Roman that he will have to beat the acknowledgment out of him before heading to the ring. Jacob lays Jimmy Uso out when Jimmy confronts him, then brawls with Roman in the ring and overpowers him until Roman counters a tope suicida attempt with a Superman Punch on the outside. Roman then produces a chair from underneath the ring and hits Jacob with it, but when he goes for a Spear, Jacob superkicks him before locking in the Tongan Death Grip and sending Roman out of the ring for a tope suicida. Jacob clears the announce table, and Roman hits Jacob with another Superman Punch. He goes for yet another Superman Punch, but Jacob puts Roman in another Tongan Death Grip and headbutts him before powerbombing him through the announce table. Officials finally make their way out, and Jacob locks the Tongan Death Grip on Roman again before officials force him to let go. That does not stop Jacob form trying again, and even tossing General Manager Adam Pearce away in the process. Jacob Fatu then lifts up the World Heavyweight Championship, then heads to the back before rushing back and plowing Roman Reigns and The Usos (Jimmy and "Main Event" Jey Uso) through the barricade to end the show.

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Let's Go! - LFG recap for May 10, 2026

Matt Bloom has three matches lined up. Booker T gets a tag match betwee the team of PJ Vasa and Sirena Linton (the latter of whom has since been released) and the team of Layla Diggs and Masyn Holiday. Mason is the least experienced person in the match, but is catching on quick due to her athletic background. Bubba Ray gets Trill London (who has since been released) and Braxton Cole, the latter of whom Matt Bloom would like to be less of an overthinker and go by his instincts. Kevin Owens and Natalya gets to work with Tate Wilder and Anthony Luke, the latter of whom is now Kam Hendrix. The former is more of a risk taker, while Matt wants the latter to be less hokey in the ring. Their match will have a promo before the wrestling begins.

Bubba Ray Dudley meets with Braxton Cole, a former football defensive lineman who managed to get a tryout with WWE out of the blue after college and managed to make the cut. He also meets with Trill London, and tells him to do his own thing and make him forget about Jeff Hardy. Bubba wants Braxton to put his brain over and outsmart Trill in the ring and Trill to do what he does best in the ring.

Trill London beats Braxton Cole. During the match, Trill London performs what looks like a single arm flapjack but comes up short in the execution, which causes Booker T to believe that Trill London needs better balance. They also noticed that Trill got gassed near the end of the match. After the match, Bubba Ray says things went well, but Trill needs to do the moves that he does best and drop the moves that he can't do as well. Trill mentions that he always challenges himself by trying to do new moves until he gets them right, but takes the advice well. Matt Bloom says that Trill needs to find a move set that lets him stay healthy, or else he will not get booked. Braxton Cole noticed that he and Trill had the crowd in their hands but started losing them near the end, and chalks it up to the learning process.

We are introduced to Masyn Holiday, who talks about her athletic background and how she prefers to be part of a tag team match. Layla Diggs admits that she and Masyn are used to working heel, but says that working babyface will get easier from understanding and memorizing the flow of a wrestling match.

Layla Diggs and Masyn Holiday beat Sirena Linton and PJ Vasa. Bubba Ray and Booker T agree that the match went well. Afterwards, Booker tells all four women that they did a great job and that their match is a blueprint for what they all need to do going forward. Matt Bloom asks Layla and Masyn to make it more clear if they are heel or babyface. Sirena Linton comes out of the meeting with Matt Bloom that there is always something to improve on.

We are introduced to Tate Wilder, who has a background in extreme sports and rodeo. He has spent two years in the Performance Center, with the first fifteen months injured, which he feels fits him. We are re-introduced to Anthony Luke, now Kam Hendrix, who says that everything matters in presentation and that he has prepared himself to be Kam Hendrix. Natalya works with Kam Hendrix and tells him that he should be "the chandelier in the house." Kevin Owens works with Tate Wilder regarding a pre-match promo, and Tate Wilder gets inspired. Owens sees Wilder as "level-headed."

Before the next match, Tate Wilder introduces himself and says that while there are a lot of talented people in the locker room, he is willing to take the crazy risk and jump off the cliff to see if he can survive. He says that he acts first and thinks second, and while he makes mistakes, he is ready to make them and he is still standing. He says that to make a name for one's self, you have to call out the baddest, and he calls out Kam Hendrix to show that it is not showtime and that it is his time. Kam Hendrix shows up and says LFG is his show and that he has been watching Wilder's come-up, then says that Tate Wilder is foolish to call him out as he is going to succeed where Wilder will fail. It is noticed by both Natalya and the commentary team that Kam Hendrix is at a loss at points during his promo.

Kam Hendrix beats Tate Wilder. After the match, Hendrix says that tonight was not his best performance. Owens tells Wilder that his promo was , but Hendrix pie-facing him at the end of the match is brought up. Hendrix says that he tripped, and that it will be very evident in the match footage. Afterwards, Hendrix says that he is disappointed with himself and that this could be his last chance. Matt Bloom says that Kam Hendrix should take a step back and see how he can get better.

Kam Hendrix meets with Matt Bloom regarding the recent match. Matt Bloom says that mistakes are needed to grow, then pulls Hendrix from LFG for a brief time and tells him to get to work.

Championship Gold - Championship Wrestling recap for May 10, 2026

Jonny Loquasto introduces Royce Isaacs to the ring to start tonight's show. Isaacs says he has come back after seven long years of travelling the world, cashing lots of checks and winning lots of championships, and that he has returned to do the same thing. Loquasto mentions what happened at Sunday Night Slam and announces that he has another shot at the UWN Heritage Championship, much to the chagrin of Jordan Castle, who shows up with "One in a Million" Maximilien. He calls this a new low even for Loquasto, who he accuses as having it out for him and Maximilien, and says the rematch will not happen unless he and Maximilien get something. Jordan Castle says that if Royce Isaacs loses, he cannot challenge for the Heritage Championship ever again. Loquasto says that Castle is not in the position to make demands and that his stipulation is null and void. Royce Isaacs says that he knows he can not only beat Maximilien, but he is better than him and even Jordan Castle knows it. Royce Isaacs accepts the challenge and the stipulation, and Loquasto makes it official for next week. Maximilien then stares Isaacs down, and Isaacs punks Maximilien out, causing Maximilien to flinch. Jordan Castle has to hold Maximilien back.

The OXP beats Halex.

Backstage, Ray Jaz says it is great to be back in Championship Wrestling with a change in attitude from performing for himself to performing for the fans. He says Fidel Bravo is a great competitor and that it is time to step up and give the fans what they want.

"The Anomaly" Alex Ace beats Jake Maze and Hex in a two-on-one hanidcap match.

Outside of the arena, we hear from 5150 (Danny Limelight and Slice Boogie). Slice Boogie says that The Krusty Krew (Dom Kubrick and Lucas Riley) will stop annoying them, then asks who is next before stating they will enjoy the fruits of their labor before demanding to face the best and stating they will stay champions until the end of time.

The Wolf Zaddies (Che Cabrera and Bad Dude Tito) vs. The Pumpline (Boa "The Constrictor" Silva and "The Solution" Antonio Rivers from April's Sunday Night Slam is replayed.

We hear from Che Cabrera. Jonny Loquasto shows up and says that Bad Dude Tito has forgotten that he has retired both Navajo Warrior and Luster the Legend in his absence, then issues a challenge to anyone in the back. Vinny Pacifico shows up and accepts the challenge.

Fidel Bravo and Ray Jaz beat The Evantourage ("Main Evant" Evan Daniels and Bryce Saturn).

Good Lucha Things - Lucha Libre AAA recap for May 9, 2026

Lince Dorado beats Cruz del Toro and Octagon Jr. in a Triple Threat Match.

We see footage of Dorian Roldan meeting with Chessman, who has an appointment with AAA President Marisela Pena for the General Manager position. Dorian Roldan says that even though they have been friends for many years, the position is his. Chessman just laughs and enters the President's office.

Flammer guests on Spanish commentary for the next match.

La Catalina beats Jessy Jackson in her AAA debut. After the match, Flammer dares La Catalina to fight her, and La Hiedra and Maravilla rush in and attack La Catalina before holding her down so that Flammer can beat La Catalina up. As the three of then gang up on La Catalina, however, Lola Vice shows up and fights them, but the numbers game eventually takes over. Suddenly, Bayley shows up and makes the save, and she, Lola and La Catalina stand tall.

Psycho Clown is in the ring. He says that what has transpired is not paranoia and is why he is here tonight. He says he does not have answers about what has happened and that he cannot ignore it, and that he cannot stop thinking about it. He demands that Pagano step in the ring and give him answers. Pagano shows up and heads to the ring, and Psycho Clown says it has been several weeks and that his brothers have been falling one by one, and all the facts that are in front of him are making him think it is one of them. He tells Pagano to be careful of what he accuses him of, as he has seen Murder Clown attacked on the ground and he found the black bandana near him, which he produces. Pagano takes it from his hand, and Psycho Clown says it breaks his heart that his brothers are being attacked from within before asking Pagano what is going on. Pagano says that after all they have been through, all the wars they fought together and all the blood and sweat they spent defending the tag team titles, he would not think of attacking his own brothers. He says that this is not a test, but a game, of someone who wants to destroy what is left. He says that he understands why Psycho Clown would accuse him of what is happening, then tells Psycho Clown to look himself in the mirror, because it was not him. He says that he could never turn his back on Psycho Clown's family. Psycho Clown leaves the ring, and Pagano says that when the truth comes out, Psycho Clown will find out that he was never on the wrong side. All of a sudden, The War Raiders (Ivar and Erik) attack Psycho Clown from behind, and Pagano makes the save and forces them to retreat. Psycho Clown is grateful for Pagano saving him, but Pagano is cross with him as they both head to the back separately to end the show.

Fairway to Hell - Collision recap for May 9, 2026

Don Callis guests on commentary for the next match.

Mark Davis beats "Jungle" Jack Perry to become the AEW National Champion! During the match, Don Callis distracts the referee, allowing Ricochet to show up and hit Jack Perry in the back with a gold club and hide. This allows Mark Davis to hit a piledriver to win the match and the title.

We see footage of "The Prodigy" Nick Wayne at Best of the Super Juniors in anticipation of his return this year.

Backstage, an angry "Jungle" Jack Perry says that winning the AEW National Championship in front of friends and family in his hometown was one of the proudest moments in his career and that Don Callis and Mark Davis ruined it for him, but he happens to know that Chris Jericho and The Hurt Syndicate are looking for two more partners in Stadium Stampede. This got him to thinking that the match is at Double or Nothing, and instead of bringing two partners, he is bringing four with himself and The Elite (Matt Jackson, Nick Jackson, Kenny Omega).

Backstage, Renee Paquette interviews Don Callis, Mark Davis and Ricochet. Don Callis says that "Jungle" Jack Perry gifted him the fantasy of beating up Chris Jericho and The Elite (Matt Jackson, Nick Jackson, Kenny Omega) in one night, saying that Jack Perry was foolish enough to give it away for free. Don Callis tells Ricochet that Mark Davis should be part of his team in response, then the three of them leave to discuss who else will join them for Stadium Stampede.

The Divine Dominion (Megan Bayne and Lena Kross) beat Ruthie Slay and Rachel Ley with 2:44 (two minutes, forty-four seconds) left of a 5:00 (five minutes) time limit.

Backstage, we hear from Don Callis. Don Callis says that no matter who wins the AEW World Championship, his family awaits the winner so they can take the World Championship from one of them. He says tonight has been a big night and cannot wait to get more championship gold, then states that "The Rainmaker" Kazuchika Okada has had to go to Japan to take care of some important family business. Nevertheless, he has someone to take his place in next week's World Championship match: "The Alpha" Konosuke Takeshita. Don Callis tells Takeshita that if he just listens to him, he will become AEW World Champion. Takeshita says he will still take the AEW International Championship, but for now, he will be the one to bring the AEW World Championship back to The Don Callis Family, unlike Okada.

"Speedball" Mike Bailey beats Kiran Grey. After the match, "The Jet" Kevin Knight says that Speedball is red hot right now, and while he is not a double champion, he is still TNT Champion. Knight says that AEW is wide open, and proposes that he and Speedball make it to the top together.

Darby Allin retains the AEW World Championship against PAC in a no count-outs match, even after being tossed fifteen feet down onto a stack of tables after hitting PAC with a low blow and the AEW World Championship as the referee is dealing with Wheeler Yuta, Daniel Garcia and "The Problem" Marina Shafir.

Backlash 2026 - The LIVE Results

We see Michael Cole's interview with Seth "Freakin'" Rollins from earlier this week.

Backstage, we hear from Jacob Fatu, who looks forward to beating Roman Reigns' ass, as he needs the World Heavyweight Championship.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Sami Zayn. Sami says that people see him in a different light now because of Trick Williams and that he will put an end to this once and for all when he disrespects Trick like Trick disrespected him and beats him to become WWE United States Champion for the third time.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews The Miz and Kit Wilson. Kit Wilson says that he can look in the mirror and know he is not toxic, but Danhausen is toxic just for being in WWE. Miz says he does not care who Danhausen's mystery partner is, and insists that he is not cursed. He then says that he and Kit Wilson will rid WWE of the Danhausen problem once and for all.

We see a video package about how Florida Championship Wrestling - which would later become NXT - shaped WWE in the last several years.

Backstage, Byron Saxton interviews Danhausen. Danhausen says that his experiments in making a tag team partner are going well, and refuses to elaborate on who his tag team partner is, even telling Byron that he will be cursed if he asks him again.

We see more of Michael Cole's interview with Seth "Freakin'" Rollins from earlier this week.

We see a video about Charlotte Flair's bond with young WWE fan Scarlett Gullen.

We see footage of Joe Tessitore's interview with Trick Williams from earlier this week.

United States Air Force Technical Sergeant (Ret.) Sonya Bryson-Kirksey sings The Star-Spangled Banner.

Bron Breakker beats Seth "Freakin'" Rollins in a match that also sees attempted interference from Austin Theory and Logan Paul that gets thwarted by Rollins.

Before the next match, Cathy Kelley interviews Trick Williams and Lil' Yachty. Trick tells Sami Zayn to quit lying, because he has been running the game since Sami saw him and that the games are now over.

Trick Williams retains the WWE United States Championship against Sami Zayn after Sami Zayn takes out Lil Yachty with a Helluva Kick and goes for one on Trick only for Trick to avoid it and hit the Trick Shot to win and retain.

The Long Family are the recipients of a seat upgrade courtesy of The General.

Danhausen's tag taem partner is revealed to be a Minihausen.

Danhausen and Minihausen beat The Miz and Kit Wilson after Minihausen is thrown back into the cloning machine by Kit Wilson only for multiple Minihausens to show up and Miz tries to use a fire extinguisher only for it to not work until he points the nozzle at himself and sprays himself and Kit Wilson in the process (despite Minihausen accidentally cursing himself thanks to Kit Wilson's mirror). After the match, Danhausen and the Minihausen's lights out "teleportation" both succeeds and fails in comedic fashion.

Iyo Sky beats Asuka. During the match, Asuka goes for the blue mist spit, but Iyo Sky blocks it with a laptop on the announce desk. After the match, Asuka and Iyo Sky huge and make up.

Members of the Tampa Bay Lightning, WWE legend Dan Spivey and WWE legend Steve Keirn are seen in the crowd.

John Cena heads to the ring. Cena says that moments like this have him wondering what the next phase of his WWE career will be, and when the fans chant for one more match, Cena says he is happy with his loss to Gunther, as it was a night of opportunity. He talks about how that night also saw Sol Ruca, Je'Von Evans and Oba Femi in action, and gives Oba Femi props for beating Brock Lesnar at WrestleMania. Cena then announces "The John Cena Classic," which is an entire evening of the best of today competing with the best of tomorrow, where WWE and NXT Superstars give the best they have in hopes to be crowned champion. He also states that this event will debut a brand new championship for WWE that he is putting his name on, and for that, he is striving for a certain level of excellence and striving to make it special. John Cena also calls the WWE fans the real champions, and says that the fans' voices will be louder than ever before, as the fans will vote to crown the champion of the John Cena Classic. He also says that even if a Superstar does not win their match, they can still win the fans over and win the John Cena Classic. Cena promises to give everything he has to make sure this event happens for a long time to come. Cena thanks the locker room of today and tomorrow, WWE, and the fans both at the arena and at home for making this possible.

The Mug Root Beer mascot is in the crowd as Wade Barrett and Michael Cole drink cans of Mug Root Beer.

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Roman Reigns retains the World Heavyweight Championship against Jacob Fatu after exposing a turnbuckle and sending Jacob Fatu into it as Jacob has the Tongan Death Grip locked in. After the match, an angry Jacob Fatu puts the Tongan Death Grip on Roman again, and shoves the referee away when he tries to stop him before hitting him with a pop-up Samoan Drop. Jacob then raises the World Heavyweight Championship up in front of a downed Roman Reigns to end the show.

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Memphis Thing - Memphis Wrestling recap for May 9, 2026

Dustin Starr interviews "The Bounty Hunter" Bryan Keith at the announce desk. Bryan Keith says he is only here to do business, and business is good. He says he got with Tim Bosby, then tells Mike Anthony that this is nothing personal and just business. He says that when he gets the call, it is time to pay up. Bryan Keith then says that it is time to collect, and when Tim Bosby shows up, so does Mike Anthony. Bosby retreats to the ring while referees and security keep Bryan Keith and Mike Anthony apart.

We see more footage of Lil' Homie and Gavin White training at the WrestleCenter. When Lil' Homie hits a back elbow to get out of a standing switch, a brawl almost starts, and everyone else in the room has to intervene before things get worse.

"The Bounty Hunter" Bryan Keith vs. Mike Anthony is official for next week's main event.

We hear from The Modern Day Monsters (Bruce, Marrow, Sister Asa). Bruce says that Memphis has no idea what they have unleashed, as they are ready to feast on and gnaw on them all.

Kevin White guests on commentary for the next match.

The Bizness Dawgs (Tim Grind and Lil' Homie) retain the Memphis Wrestling Tag Team Championships against Muddy Waters (Gio Savage and "The Judge" RJW) with a schoolkid pin from Lil' Homie to RJW. On the replay, it is noted that Lil' Homie grabbed the tights on the schoolkid pin. After the match, Dustin Starr interviews The Bizness Dawgs at the announce desk. Tim Grind apologizes to Kevin White for what happened at training and states that there are no issues between him and Kevin White.

We hear from "Cold Hearted" Colton Cage. Colton says Eli Knox stole something from him and says that Eli Knox's luck with him in matches have not been good, and had it not been for Moses, he would have become champion again. Colton says that Memphis Wrestling has been gracious enough to give him one more time, and that he is ready for Moses and will not be put down for a third time. That match takes place next week with the Memphis Wrestling Junior Heritage Championship on the line.

Diana Taylor beats Jae Pariah with a double DDT when KJ Rockett runs into the ring.

We see a woman dressed like a nurse looking into a mirror repeatedly saying "You're not crazy. You take care of people." All of a sudden, she sees a man behind her in the mirror who is not really there.

We hear from Eugene at the WrestleCenter.

Dustin Starr interviews The Hollywood Clique ("Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock, Jay Smooth, Kale) at the announce desk. "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock says he is here to make Memphis Wrestling great again, then says he could fire Dustin Starr or Maria Starr before stating that he is in touch with Vince Russo and that he is the boss now. As he states that Dustin Starr will soon be doing things his way, Matchmaker King Cobra, "The Gift" Ray Sanders and Derrick King show up. King Cobra says he is still in charge, but Blaylock says he has invested a lot of time and money and things are about to change.Blaylock also says that he can fire Matchmaker King Cobra, and King Cobra dares Blaylock to fire him. Blaylock proclaims that next week, he will be in charge.

We hear from The L.A. Hustlers (Notorious Bradley and Ruffshot Lamonte). Ruffshot Lamonte talks about the Memphis Wrestling tag team division, then Notorious Bradley slaps his hand on Lamonte and nearly scares him before the two of them agree that they are not scared of any monsters.

We hear from "Handsome" Jimmy Valiant at the WrestleCenter.

Eugene guests on commentary for the next match.

Marko "Hangtime" Harris vs. VaShawn Harvey for the Memphis Wrestling Internet Championship ends when Marko Stunt pulls Marko Harris off the top rope, which leads to Eugene tossing Marko Stunt into the ring where Marko Harris gives Marko Stunt a beating. When VaShawn Harvey makes the save for Marko Stunt, Matchmaker King Cobra shows up and puts Marko Stunt and VaShawn in a tag team match against Marko Harris and Eugene.

VaShawn Harvey and Marko Stunt beat Marko "Hangtime" Harris and Eugene after Marko Stunt punches Eugene with a chain around his fist while Marko Harris beats up VaShawn Harvey on the outside.

Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for May 8, 2026

In memory of Ted Turner, 1938 - 2026.

Jacob Fatu heads to the ring to start tonight's show. Jacob says that tomorrow night, he is not fighting Roman Reigns for the World Heavyweight Championship; he is taking the World Heavyweight Championship. He says that ever since they were young, everyone saw Roman as the future while seeing nothing in him, and now those same people want to talk nice to him. He says that history repeats himself, but everyone tagging in with him really wants to protect Roman. Jacob says that Roman was born with opportunity while he was born with doubt, then The Usos (Jimmy and "Main Event" Jey Uso) make their way to the ring. Jimmy says they are not here to change Jacob's mind, as part of him is still proud of him while the other part is watching out for him, and wants to know if he has thought about what would happen if he lost to Roman. Jey says Jacob has not thought about that because he never thinks like that, and tells Jacob "Tribal Chief is gonna beat that ass" and break Jacob down emotionally and physically in front of his family. Jimmy says he knows Jacob's family will be in the front row, and if Jacob loses, they will have to acknowledge Roman Reigns as Tribal Chief. Jacob says that he is not losing and that he cannot lose, then says that Jay wants to school him on losing to Roman when he has never beaten Roman. He also tells Jimmy that there will be no acknowledging for his family, because the match is all about his family, who will see him become the new World Heavyweight Champion. Jacob says he is willing to put it all on the line, and asks if Roman is willing to do the same. He also tells The Usos that if they interfere in tomorrow night's, he will "burn the whole goddamn family tree down."

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews General Manager Nick Aldis, who says that Gunther's recent actions were completely unacceptable. All of a sudden, Ricky Saints says everyone should be talking about him and his debut, then says he has gone from facing "QB1" to "QB4." Matt Cardona says he is not here to pass the torch to guys like him, and that he will see him in the ring tonight.

Backstage, General Manager Nick Aldis wishes Jacob Fatu well on his way out of the building, then Jacob Fatu runs into Royce Keys, who says that failure was never an option for Jacob Fatu and tells Jacob to "werewolf up" and beat Roman Reigns. Afterwards, Royce Keys runs into Solo Sikoa, and tells him to pick his words carefully. Solo says that last week was just the wrong place at the wrong time, then tells Royce Keys that there is room in his family for him and that he needs an answer soon, and time is running out.

We hear from Chelsea Green, who wishes Tiffany Stratton luck on her first title defense via a video on X (formerly Twitter).

Tiffany Stratton retains the WWE Women's United States Championship against Kiana James after Giulia inadvertently costs Kiana the victory while distracting the referee.

Sami Zayn is at the funeral for The Gingerbread Man. General Manager Nick Aldis says everyone just needs closure, then R-Truth shows up with a rose and says "I'm sorry for your loss" while trying to console Sami, much to Sami's chagrin.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Rhea Ripley, Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss. Rhea says Fatal Influence have made an impression, but chose the wrong people to attack, and she cannot wait to get her hands on them. Charlotte says they can all get their hands on Fatal Influence (Jacy Jayne, Fallon Henley, Lainey Reid), and Alexa has to get between them as things get tense and tell them that they need to trust each other.

Backstage, R-Truth meets on Damian Priest, who is more focused on Talla Tonga than the funeral for the Gingerbread Man. Priest asks R-Truth to stay backstage, as Solo Sikoa and Talla Tonga will get to R-Truth to get to him. He asks R-Truth to trust him, as he knows how to handle them alone.

Talla Tonga beats Damian Priest despite R-Truth and Damian Priest being able to fend off both Tama Tonga and Solo Sikoa. After the match, The MFTs (Solo Sikoa, Tama Tonga, Talla Tonga) are about to attack Damian Priest when Royce Keys shows up, causing them to retreat.

Backstage, Danhausen takes sign-ups for his tag team partner at Backlash when The Miz and Kit Wilson show up and notice that Danhausen has no tag team partner. Kit Wilson says that the only person toxic enough to team with Danhausen is Danhausen, who likes what he sees in Kit Wilson's mirror.

We see footage of Gingerbread Man in the middle of great moments in WWE history.

Backstage, General Manager Nick Aldis meets with Paul Heyman regarding a contract when Gunther shows up. Aldis chides Gunther for his recent behavior even though he is happy to have him on SmackDown, then "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes heads to the ring, much to Gunther's chagrin. Gunther walks out angrily, and Heyman tells Aldis that he will handle this. Cody says that Gunther has made it clear that he is next in line, and would like it if Gunther would come out to the ring and do just that. Heyman shows up with a contract for a Gunther-Cody match, and Cody asks if Heyman is now Gunther's advocate. Cody then says the contract is not necessary and that they can just do this right now, but Heyman says he owes Gunther a favor and that this match is the favor he owes him. Heyman also admits that he is a big fan of Cody, and just wants him to know that he needs a contract when an undisputed heavyweight championship is at stake, and tells him that the contract for the match will be for Clash in Italy. Heyman hands Cody the contract, then tells Cody that if he wants Gunther's name on the contract, then he will have to get it himself. Cody notes that CM Punk, Roman Reigns and Brock Lensar are now gone and that Heyman is running out of options. Heyman says that he is not running out of options as he leaves, and that sooner or later, they all need the wiseman. All of a sudden, Gunther comes out of the crowd, and Cody fights back only to be put in a sleeper hold. Cody slings Gunther out of the ring and keeps him out, then says he does not sweat Gunther and dares him to get the high ground.

We see The MFTs (Solo Sikoa, Tama Tonga, Talla Tonga) backstage. Tama Tonga says that Royce Keys is a problem that needs to be dealt with, but Solo Sikoa says he sees Royce as more of a solution than a problem and a perfect fit for the family. Tama says Royce embarrassed them, which does not sit right with him, and that he will handle business and show what he is all about. Talla Tonga is about to follow Tama, but Solo says that if Tama wants to go out on his own, then he will find out on his own.

Ricky Saints beats Matt Cardona.

At the Gingerbread Man's funeral, Sami Zayn is talking to someone about how this is all a big joke. The person he is talking to is a planking Johnny Gargano, and Sami wants to know if "Johnny Wrestling" is still in there. Johnny barely rises. As Candice LeRae checks on Gargano, Sami notices Rey Fenix, but Rey Fenix says this is not the time or place as Sami gets mad at Fenix being a funeral for something that was all one big shot at him.

Backstage, a ladder falls behind Brie Bella and Paige, then Danhausen streaks by, plucking a hair from Brie's head when Brie and Paige turn around.

We see another vignette for Blake Monroe as Blake Monroe picks a dress. Blake Monroe is coming soon to SmackDown.

Brie Bella and Paige head to the ring. Brie says there are a lot of teams in WWE saying they have wait to takes to beat them and become champions, but it is not so easy to beat them, and the results will always be the same. Paige says that this is not a nostalgia tour and that she and Brie are at the best they have ever been, and if The Judgment Day (Raquel Rodriguez and Roxanne Perez) want to step up, then they should step up, for they are the champions and this is their house. Fatal Influence (Jacy Jayne, Fallon Henley, Lainey Reid) shows up, and Jacy Jayne says that Brie and Paige are in over their heads and that The Judgment Day are not the ones to worry about, especially after they dropped them and left them laying in the middle of the ring two weeks ago. Fallon Henley says that Fatal Influence is taking over SmackDown, and that part of the takeover includes the women's tag team titles. Lainey Reid says there is plenty of gold to go around, and that Jacy will soon be WWE Women's Champion. Jacy then says they have business to take care, and tells Brie and Paige to get out of the ring to see how a real team gets it done. Suddenly, The Irresistible Forces (Nia Jax and Lash Legend) show up. Nia says that Fatal Influence cannot just skip the line, and Lash Legend says that this is not NXT and that Fatal Influence will not get in the way of them getting the women's tag team titles back. Nia says Fatal Influence look like "discount mean girls," then Lash tells Fatal Influence to get to the back of the line before she and Nia lay out Brie and Paige. Rhea Ripley then heads to the ring for the next match - and stares down Lash Legend - on The Irresistible Forces' way out.

We see more footage of The Gingerbread Man at even more iconic moments in WWE history.

Fatal Influence (Jacy Jayne, Fallon Henley, Lainey Reid) beat Rhea Ripley, Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss in a six-woman tag match after Jade Cargill shows up and yanks Rhea Ripley off the ring apron, allowing Jacy to hit Alexa with the Rolling Encore for the win. After the match, Fatal Influence back away from Jade Cargill as they leave the ring, and Cargill mockingly tells Alexa Bliss to get up. As Charlotte Flair gets in the ring, she is attacked by "Michin" Mia Yim and B-Fab. Rhea Ripley gets in the ring and lays out Michin and B-Fab, but she is taken out with a pump kick by Cargill. B-Fab then puts Alexa in a full nelson slam, and Charlotte tries to fight back only to fare no better.

Backstage, Royce Keys is met by The Usos (Jimmy and "Main Event" Jey Uso). They know that Royce has been talking to Jacob Fatu, and Jey tells Royce to stay in his lane or else he might catch Roman Reigns' eye.

We see even more footage of The Gingerbread Man at even more iconic WWE moments.

Royce Keys beas Tama Tonga.

Backstage, Danhausen performs a science experiment where he decides to make a clone with Brie Bella's hair and one of his own teeth with a cloning machine. It is not going very well.

Backstage, Tama Tonga is met by Shinsuke Nakamura, who says that not even his own brother will help him. Talla Tonga shows up and tells Nakamura to stay away from Tama, or else they will have problems. Nakamura says something in Japanese, then walks away.

Backstage, General Manager Nick Aldis welcomes Trick Williams to the arena and to the funeral for the Gingerbread Man, saying that the rest of the broadcast is all for him. The ring is then prepared for The Gingerbread Man's funeral.

Trick Williams heads to the ring for The Gingerbread Man's funeral. Trick eulogizes The Gingerbread Man in song, then we see an AI-generated montage of The Gingerbread Man's life. During the moment of silence, however, Sami Zayn interrupts, calling the funeral a waste of SmackDown TV time and calling it a joke targeting him. He also criticizes how expensive the funeral is before getting in the ring while Trick takes his fur coat off, then says he would not do something like this because he has too much respect for himself, the fans and the show. Sami Zayn says he is a working class hero and that he represents his "ride or die" fans until the end, and says he has been all over the card against people who thought they would knock him off his perch and has been in the game for twenty years, then gives credit where credit is due to Trick for getting in his head. Sami then tells Trick that he played himself and that he will make a joke out of him, then tells Trick to enjoy his night before he sees him at Backlash. Sami turns to leave, then hits a cheap shot. All of a sudden, The Gingerbread Man rises from the dead and unmasks to reveal that he is Lil Yachty, who hits Sami Zayn in the back with a candy cane. Trick then hits the Trick Shot on Sami to end the show.

Here are the highlights from tonight's show!

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

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Eric Young beats EC3 in a no-disqualification match with a piledriver through a table and another piledriver into a metal folding chair.

Backstage, Gia Miller interviews Arianna Grace and Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo. Arianna says she should not be having a rematch, as she has beaten Lei Ying Lee and has proven she is better than her. She then says that her father Director of Authority Santino Marella wants her to be humbled, and Stacks says Santino is playing mind games and is having to jump through hoop after hoop. Stacks says that Arianna has this, and Arianna takes this as Stacks having a plan. Arianna and Stacks flirt, which makes Gia Miller almost want to throw up.

Backstage, we hear from The System (Eddie Edwards, Alisha Edwards, Brian Myers, Bear Bronson, Cedric Alexander). Brian Myers says they are carrying the workload, and the tag team titles are on the line. He says that "The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth and KC Navarro should prepare to battle. Bear Bronson cannot wait to rip Nic and Navarro's faces off. Cedric Alexander says that he and Eddie Edwards will take care of Leon Slater and Moose, and he wants to pin Leon Slater one more time. Eddie says tonight is The System's night.

Elayna Black heads to the ring. Elayna says that she is the number one Knockout in the Knockouts Division and the only one that matters, then states that she is coming after whoever is Knockouts World Champion after tonight and taking the title. As Elayna boasts that she makes more money and gets more attention than the rest of the Knockouts and says that she is a business, The Personal Concierge George Iceman shows up and says Ash by Elegance has something to say about that. Ash shows up and says Elayna looks like "a gothic prostitute" as she and The Personal Concierge walk down the ramp, and says The Elegance Brand not only makes money, but swims in it. She also says that if Elayna is a business, then she is an empire, as she is a millionaire with a mansion and a yacht. All of a sudden, they are joined by Indi Hartwell. Indi says that this argument is "embarrassing" and that there is a Knockouts World Championship main event tonight while they are comparing paychecks while it means something. Ash and Elayna tell Indi she sounds poor. Ash and Elayna then argue over who will become the next Knockouts World Championship, but Indi says neither of them can focus enough on an argument. Elayna leaves, and Ash tells Indi to "let the real Knockouts talk about it" only for Indi to call her completely fake. Ash throws a punch at Indi, but Indi blocks it and knocks Ash out of the ring.

Backstage, Daria Rae is on the phone, stating that Director of Authority Santino Marella's flight is cancelled and that she will be making all the decisions tonight.

The System (Brian Myers and Bear Bronson) retain the TNA World Tag Team Championships against "The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth and KC Navarro. After the match, Eddie says The System (Eddie Edwards, Alisha Edwards, Myers, Bronson, Cedric Alexander) are one for one right now, and that they will keep it going by beating up Leon Slater and Moose right now. Leon Slater shows up, and this gets the next match started.

Leon Slater and Moose beat The System (Eddie Edwards and Cedric Alexander) with a jackknife pin from Moose to Eddie after Eddie avoids the Spear.

As per the Bioflex Injury Report: EC3 and Eric Young are currently in evaluation after tonight's no-disqualification opening match as both men have sustained multiple injuries, and more information will be provided when available. Frankie Kazarian and Elijah are out of action following last week's Walk With Elijah Match, and while Elijah has re-aggravated his triceps injury, he is not expected to miss any ring time. Lei Ying Lee and Arianna Grace are 100% medically cleared to compete in tonight's Knockouts World Championship main event.

We hear from The Hardys (Jeff and Matt Hardy). Matt Hardy is now broken as he says that The Righteous (Vincent and Dutch) do not understand the gravity of the situation and have opened Pandora's Box. He says they wanted The Broken Hardys, and now they are here. Matt says that mortal men have transparent barriers in their minds and have no idea how to break through, overcome and break them down, but he and Brother Nero have been broken, and now The Broken Hardys are a gateway to what they will become, which is something much more serious. Jeff Hardy says that Brother Nero is near and here to instill fear, then closes his eyes, opens them back up, and reveals that his irises now have a checkerboard pattern, revealing that Brother Nero has arrived.

Mike Santana heads to the ring. Santana talks about his battle to take the TNA World Championship back from NXT last summer and bring TNA back to his essence as well as how he and Rich Swann brought the house down in their World title match. Santana tells the fans that he gives his heart and his soul in the ring every single night, then says that he likes giving out his own opportunities and will continue to do just that, and will be naming his next opponent for the World Championship. Before he can name who is next, Daria Rae shows up and says that this is not happening and that Santana does not make his own matches or pick his own opponent. She also says she did not like the match with Rich Swann. She also mentions that Director of Authority Santino Marella's flight has been cancelled and that he cannot pick Santana's next opponent, so she will. She announces that there will be a battle royal next week, with the winner getting a World title shot. Santana says that Daria Rae is right about him not being able to make the decisions, as the fans do, then says Daria Rae has been stroking her ego since she showed up and that his foot will go up the challenger's ass before he hits Spin the Block. When Santana's entrance theme plays, Daria Rae stops it and demands her theme play instead, which it does.

We hear from AJ Francis, who says that TNA forced him to put "that pink haired freak" KC Navarro in Fir$t Cla$$, and says that when he got rid of Navarro, he made things worse by stealing wins from him. He then says he will steal something from Navarro - his health - and that they will be in a Sacktown Street Fight next week in Sacramento, California, where Francis will prove why he is the best big man in the business, which is money, money, money.

Backstage, we hear from KC Navarro. He says that AJ Francis wants to talk smack about him, money and championships he cannot win after putting him on the shelf for eight months. He says that Francis took advantage of him even after he tore his ACL, then says he busted his ass for eight months to prove he is more than a replacement and to prove that he belongs in TNA. He says that he and Nic Nemeth may not have won the tag team titles, but he will beat AJ Francis in next week's street fight.

Lei Ying Lee beats Arianna Grace to win the TNA Knockouts World Championship for the second time after Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo gets ejected for getting Arianna Grace's foot on the rope a second time. As per pre-match stipulation, Xia Brookside was banned from ringside for this match. After the match, Daria Rae personally awards the TNA Knockouts World Championship to Lei Ying Lee.

Backstage, it is revealed that Moose has been laid out and buried under a guardrail. (One of the people checking on Moose is independent wrestler Lord Crewe working as a member of security.)

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

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Rey Fenix beats Berto.

Raquel Rodriguez beats Maxxine Dupri.

Lyra Valkyria beats Ivy Nile.

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After the main event match from Dynamite, Sting heads to the ring. He raises both Darby Allin and "The Jet" Kevin Knight's hands before both men shake hands. Afterwards, MJF shows up and says he does not know what is worth: him being in the Carolinas or that Darby Allin's "reign of terror" is continuing. He says nobody wants to see Darby as AEW World Champion, then demands a rematch for the title. Darby tells MJF that if he wants a rematch, he must put something on the line. MJF puts his scarf on the line, but Darby declines. MJF puts the Dynamite Diamond Ring on the line, but Darby declines that, too. MJF offers one million dollars to Darby, but Darby says he used to be homeless under a bridge and that MJF's money is no good. MJF wants to know what Darby wants, and Darby wants what MJF holds most dear in his life: his hair. He calls MJF "the most vain piece of shit" that he has ever met, and MJF balks and tells Darby to be reasonable, but Darby says that next week, there will be a contract for a hair vs. title match, and if MJF does not show up, he does not get the match. MJF suddenly turns around and walks away without saying a word, then "The Rainmaker" Kazuchika Okada shows up and heads to the ring before stating that next week, he will face Darby for the World Championship. Darby takes the microphone from Okada's hand and says "It's on, bitch!"

Backstage, Renee Paquette interviews Will Ospreay and Dr. Michael Samson. Dr. Samson says that Ospreay went to Japan against his wishes, but his neck improved, and whatever training Ospreay is doing will continue, and Ospreay may just get cleared. Ospreay says he does not want to will ever be a Death Rider, but does admit that this is one thing that he has to do.

"Speedball" Mike Bailey beats AR Fox after blocking Lo Mein Pain and hitting the Ultima Weapon.

We hear from Willow Nightingale, who says it is an honor to be the TBS Championship and represent a man who changed the landscape of professional wrestling and gave it a home. She states that she has given the title the legacy it deserves after nine defenses, and she plans to uphold that legacy every single week against anyone who wants to step up.

We hear from The Death Riders (Jon Moxley, Claudio Castagnoli, Wheeler Yuta, PAC, Daniel Garcia, "The Problem" Marina Shafir). PAC congratulates Darby Allin on retaining the AEW World Championship, then tells Darby not to forget about him, as they are 2-1 in singles competition in his favor, which earns him a shot at the world title. He dares Darby to defend the title against him, and states that he is a mountain that Darby cannot conquer and that they both know that. PAC then dares Darby to prove him wrong.

Jamie Hayter beats Skye Blue after hitting a Hayterade from the top rope. After the match, Hayter hits Skye Blue with another Hayterade to send a message to "The Toxic Spider" Thekla and Julia Hart, who are watching from the stands.

In backstage footage from earlier tonight, we hear from The Don Callis Family. Callis says everything is going his family's way, as Mark Davis will soon earn championship gold and "The Rainmaker" Kazuchika Okada has staked his claim to the AEW World Championship. "The Alpha" Konosuke Takeshita says Okada should be worried about defending the International Championship against him at Double or Nothing, and Callis says Okada is his hand-picked choice for the World title. Andrade then tells Callis "How you know?" before walking away. Don Callis says he knows everything and that his family is winning more gold.

Rush quickly beats Manny Lo. After the match, Rus says that when you mess with the bull, you get the horns.

We hear from Jurassic Express ("Jungle" Jack Perry and Luchasaurus), who are still on a bus in the desert. Jack Perry climbs up a giant, rocky structure as he talks about how he has already beaten Mark Davis and will beat him again before reaching the top of the structure.

Jon Moxley guests on commentary for the next match.

The Young Bucks (Matt and Nick Jackson) and The Bang Bang Gang (Austin Gunn, Colten Gunn, Ace Austin) beat The Death Riders (Claudio Castagnoli, Wheeler Yuta, Daniel Garcia) and The Dogs (Clark Connors and David Finlay) in a ten-man tag match.

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Tony Schiavone is in the ring to start tonight's show. He addresses the passing of Ted Turner and his role of professional wrestling on national television and how it found a home on TBS and TNT. He talks about how Turner made National Wrestling Alliance and World Championship Wrestling destination video and how he was there early on, and how, thanks to Ted Turner, it lives on in Tony Khan, Warner Bros. Discovery and All Elite Wrestling. He says that everyone is here today because of Ted Turner, as does Sting, who was also part of NWA and WCW's rise on TBS and later TNT. Sting is introduced, and he heads to the ring. Schiavone links Ted Turner to him and Sting being friends all these years, and Sting calls Turner "an all-in billionaire who loved pro wrestling" who was completely committed and devoted to NWA and WCW, even when NWA and WCW were in the red, as he had deep pockets. He says that nobody would be here tonight, much less him, Darby Allin and the TBS and TNT Championships without Ted Turner. On the subject of tonight's show, Sting says he and Darby took a blowtorch to this place for three-and-a-half years. He says that it is a great night to see Darby Allin defend the world title, then calls Tony Kahn "another all-in billionaire who is keeping the ball rolling." Schiavone also mentions the Turner Techwood Mansions on the TBS and TNT Championships's side plates. Tonight's three-hour show is then deemed in honor of Ted Turner's memory, and Ted Turner is given a ten-bell salute. In memoriam: Ted Turner, 1938 - 2026.

Jon Moxley beats Juice Robinson in an AEW Continental Championship Eliminator Match by submission with the bulldog choke after Juice Robinson passes out.

In footage from earlier today, Daniel Garcia talks about their recent 15-hour plane trip back from Japan and how it is The Death Riders (Jon Moxley, Claudio Castagnoli, Wheeler Yuta, PAC, Daniel Garcia, "The Problem" Marina Shafir) against the world. Will Ospreay acts as a base for Wheeler Yuta's sit-ups before Jon Moxley mentions the concept of "death ground," a situation from which one cannot escape and it is do or die. He says that if Ospreay cannot get his neck right, his wrestling career is over, and that it is a privilege for Ospreay to come all the way up the mountain to meet the last one percent. PAC then covers the camera up with his hand.

Before the next match, FTR (Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler) and Stokely Hathaway are accompanied by RPG Vice (Rocky "Azucar" Romero and Trent Beretta), The Dogs (Clark Connors and David Finlay) and Tommaso Ciampa, while The Conglomeration (Orange Cassidy, Kyle O'Reilly, Roderick Strong) are accompanied by The Young Bucks (Matt and Nick Jackson), Adam Copeland and Christian Cage.

Orange Cassidy beats Dax Harwood in a Double Jeopardy Match. As per pre-match stipulation, The Conglomeration (Orange Cassidy, Kyle O'Reilly, Roderick Strong) earn a shot at the AEW World Tag Team Championships. (Had Dax Harwood won, FTR [Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler] and Tommaso Ciampa would have earned a shot at the AEW World Trios Championships.) After the match, everyone at ringside immediately starts brawling, and RPG Vice (Rocky "Azucar" Romero and Trent Beretta) are surrounded by Adam Copeland, Christian Cage, The Young Bucks (Matt and Nick Jackson) and The Conglomeration. RPG Vice are laid out for their trouble, with Christian Cage kicking Rocky Romero in the groin.

We see a video package for Rush.

Backstage, Renee Paquette interviews Chris Jericho, who is now more than furious after last week. He says that the time for talking is done, and it is now time to fight. He then says he will take his fight to the people, and takes the microphone and heads to the ring. Jericho says he is done with the three-on-one beatdowns and "the bullshit," then demands that Ricochet talk to him face-to-face, one-on-one, man-to-man in the ring right here and now. Ricochet shows up with Bishop Kaun and Toa Liona, and Ricochet tells Jericho he tried to do him a favor by telling him to leave, but says Jericho decided to be funny. He also says that the three of them can make Jericho's humiliation kink a reality right now, then admits he is getting tired of this and wants to know what he gets out of facing Jericho. Kaun whispers in Ricochet's ear, which gives him an idea. Ricochet challenges Jericho to a match that Jericho himself created, and that he not only wants to beat him with the "Rico-sault," but also beat him in a Stadium Stampede Match. He also says that Jericho will not be able to find four other tag team partners because nobody in AEW likes him, but Jericho accepts the challenge and says he will find four other partners, and if he cannot, he will take Ricochet's team on alone. Jericho then calls Ricochet bald and hits him with the microphone, then fights off both Kaun and Toa Liona before hitting Ricochet with the Judas Effect. Jericho goes for a Lionsault, but is punched out by Toa Liona. All of a sudden, The Hurt Syndicate (Bobby Lashley and Shelton Benjamin) show up and run to the ring, causing Kaun and Toa Liona to retreat while carrying Ricochet to the back.

Backstage, Renee Paquette interviews Mina Shirakawa and Harley Cameron. Harley does not know how to feel, but Mina says that Statlander may be trusted, Shida cannot be trusted, and they have a match to win. She tells Harley to stop looking out there and look in her heart, then tears Harley's shirt, revealing her bra underneath. Harley says that the wrath is back as she tears her shirt in half.

Don Callis guests on commentary for the next match.

"The Rainmaker" Kazuchika Okada retains the AEW International Championship against "The Bounty Hunter" Bryan Keith. After the match, Okada says he already has the International title, unlike "The Alpha" Konosuke Takeshita, but he wants more, and he is coming for the AEW World Championship.

We see a video package for Andrade el Idolo.

Backstage, we hear from JetSpeed ("The Jet" Kevin Knight and "Speedball" Mike Bailey). Speedball says that Kevin Knight will be a double champion, and Knight says that while he appreciates Darby Allin for being a fighting champion, Darby's body will give out and he will become the new champion.

Backstage, we hear from The Opps (Samoa Joe, "The Wrestler" Katsuyori Shibata, Anthony Bowens). Samoa Joe says he put out an offer last week, but it is not being heard. He says that men like Jon Moxley are telling Will Ospreay what to think, but he wants Ospreay to think as he wants. He says that he sees the potential in and the tide rising for Ospreay, then asks how much of Ospreay will remain to become champion and says that with The Opps on his side, that could be a very long time. After stating that he has signed Hook up for a movie to give him a better opportunity to succeed, he says that he will do the same for Anthony Bowens and Katsuyori Shibata, then tells Ospreay the choice is his and that his intentions for him are clear. Samoa Joe says he will put his hand out one last time, and if it is not accepted, he will put out his fist.

Kris Statlander and Hikaru Shida beat Mina Shirakawa and Harley Cameron.

We hear from Prince Nana and Swerve Strickland. Swerve says that he told everyone two months ago that he was after power, and that real power is being the one who decides who eats and who starves. He says that from the most dangerous to the most violent, all the way to the most wanted, more power means more fear and more control, and there is nothing more dangerous than a man who wants power, and he wants it all.

Backstage, Renee Paquette interviews Brodido (Brody King and Bandido). Bandido says that Swerve Strickland is right and that he is the most wanted, and if Swerve wants him, he is easy to find. Brody King tells Swerve that it is one thing to mess with him, but if Swerve messes with his friends, there will be hell to pay.

Darby Allin retains the AEW World Championship against "The Jet" Kevin Knight with a Coffin Drop on Knight as Knight is draped on the top rope followed by another Coffin Drop back in the ring.

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Backstage, Tony D'Angelo attcks Tavion Heights, and the entire locker room has to pull both men apart.

Kali Armstrong beats Jaida Parker.

Backstage, Tony D'Angelo tells General Manager Robert Stone that he wants Tavion Heights tonight. Robert Stone gives him the match.

Backstage, Lexis King tells the rest of Birthright (Uriah Connors, Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo, Arianna Grace) that last week was an embarrassment. Fit Finaly shows up and says that Birthright should be holding up tradition, then plays a message from William Regal, who says that Charlie Dempsey has been sent back to "the Snake Pit" for more training for an upcoming six-man tag match, and to make the most of this opportunity.

We hear from EVIL, who talks about how he has done a lot in Japan, and then says that the soul of a warrior is never satisfied. He says that NXT is entering a new era of great opportunity, and now is his moment to strike. He says that Tony D'Angelo sits at the top of NXT with the biggest prize, which he wants, and that he presented him not with a gift, but a proclamation. He says that one day they will do battle for the NXT Championship, as it is written in he rising sun. We then see the words "Naraku debuts next week."

Jackson Drake beats Jasper Troy after Myka Lockwood shows up and slams Jasper as he attacks The Vanity Project (Brad Baylor, "The Smoke Show" Ricky Smokes, Jackson Drake) on the outside as the referee is distracted with Brad Baylor, who Jasper Troy tossed into the ring.

During this week's NXT Spotlight, Tristan Angels talks about his debut and says he is here to bring real class to NXT, as while he was born a seventh-generation sheep shearer on a hill, yet knew he was destined for so much more. He says that his name has been tied to greatness at a young age, and mocks the rest of the roster as he states that he is the star NXT has yearned for. He says he has the shoulders broad enough to carry the burden, and that "Mr. England" has officially arrived.

For this week's NXT Origins, we look at Rhea Ripley's time in NXT.

Zaria heads to the ring. Zaria says that NXT feels different, and now, it could be anyone's game. She says that for the first time, she is standing in the middle of the women's division with nobody holding her back. She says there is no dead weight or fake friends, and she is starting to realize that this is how it always needed to be. Zaria says she has a clear path to what it started it all and came between her and Sol Ruca: the NXT Women's North American Championship. Some people think that the title destroyed everything, but Zaria said it woke her up, and after spending enough time around it, it starts to feel like it should be yours. Tatum Paxley shows up and says she understands Zaria, as she is trying to understand who she is on her own. She also warns Zaria that if she comes for her title, it would not matter if she scorched the earth, as she has ended friendships and put someone in a coffin. Lizzy Rain shows up and says that NXT does feel different and is now anyone's game, and now that she is the new blood, she does not mind joining in. She says she was talk of the town last week, and while the title is iconic, it would be great to add some heavy metal. Nikkita Lyons shows up and says Lizzy Rain is the talk of the town because she got "the Nikkita Lyons rub," and says "the flavor of the month" is shooting way over her head and women like Lizzy have come and went. Nikkita then says she is not even done with Lizzy, and when she throws a punch at her, it starts a brawl that leads to Zaria hitting an F5 on Tatum and being the one to stand tall.

Backstage, The Vanity Project (Brad Baylor, "The Smoke Show" Ricky Smokes, Jackson Drake) are met by Romeo Moreno. Noam Dar suddenly shows up and says that he is back, and has decided to shake off the ring rust with Jackson Drake week, with Baylor and Smokes being able to watch as they look like they "cannot be left unsupervised." Myka Lockwood shows up and says The Vanity Project is with her. Moreno is starstruck by Noam Dar's sudden return after The Vanity Project leaves.

Tony D'Angelo is attacked from behind by Kam Hendrix backstage.

Backstage, General Manager Robert Stone tells the production truck that Tony D'Angelo vs. Tavion Heights is not happening right now due to Kam Hendrix's backstage attack, and that the mixed tag team match for tonight must be moved up to right now.

The Culling (Izzi Dame and Niko Vance) beat Mr. Iguana and Lola Vice.

Backstage, Tavion Heights meets with Myles Borne, who says that Heights has time to prepare now that D'Angelo has been attacked. General Manager Robert Stone shows up and tells Heights his match is still on, as Kam Hendrix has been kicked out of the building and Tony is still willing to wrestle. Zaria then runs into Robert Stone, and finds out that next week she is in a tag match with Nikkita Lyons against Lizzy Rain and Tatum Paxley. Zaria says she is done with tag team, but Stone tells her that if she wants an opportunity, she will need to win this.

Backstage, Jaida Parker has a breakdown in the women's locker room. Nattie shows up and says that Jaida has gotten soft, then leaves the room.

DarkState (Cutler James and Osiris Griffin) beat Hank Walker and Tank Ledger.

Backstage, Kelani Jordan is met by Lola Vice, who says that Kelani needs to focus on her more than her other challengers. Kendal Grey shows up and says that Kelani is in her sights after what she did to Wren Sinclair last week, but Kelani cares more about titles than friendship.

In footage from earlier today, new NXT correspondent Emily Agard interviews Keanu Carver. Carver says he will not talk in front of a camera, and that Emily has been put in a tough situation. Carver says he is motivated by money and that he is here to get paid, as he has a family to feed. He says he is not trying new tricks or getting clout, and that he has people back home to take care of. He also says he told Shawn Michaels to either give him a chance or cut him, and if wrestling does not work, he will have to find something that does. Carver says that while everyone else is someone they are not, he is the same person he always was. As for the symbol of war from Nakare, he mentions his college education and says that he does not brag like everyone else in NXT.

We see an Instagram video from Shiloh Hill, who brags about beating Ricky Saints in Saints' last NXT match while also bringing up Tristan Angels' words about him in NXT Spotlight.

Tony D'Angelo beats Tavion Heights after Kam Hendrix shows up and gets beaten up by Tavion Heights as well as Myles Borne, which allows D'Angelo to hit Dead to Rights on a distracted Tavion to get the win. After the match, D'Angelo and Heights are squashed in the corner by Will Kroos, who says that his name is now Mason Rook and that he has arrived in NXT.

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Raw Deal - Raw recap for May 4, 2026

As Roman Reigns heads to the ring, General Manager Adam Pearce tells him that Jacob Fatu is not in the building yet. Seth "Freakin'" Rollins shows up and tells Roman "You're in my way." Rollins then heads to the ring to start tonight's show. Before Rollins can get in the ring, he is attacked from behind by Bron Breakker. Security and officials have to keep Breakker away from Rollins, but Breakker attacks security before faking heading to the back, rushing to the ring and Spearing Rollins.

The Judgment Day (Liv Morgan, Raquel Rodriguez, Roxanne Perez, "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio, JD McDonagh) meet backstage. Liv knows that Finn Balor was in the clubhouse and that Roxanne Perez did not tell her. Perez says she made it very clear to Finn Balor to leave the clubhouse, and that she is loyal to The Judgment Day. She also apologizes for not telling Liv. Liv asks Roxanne to promise to not keep secrets from The Judgment Day. Roxanne promises.

JD McDonagh beats Finn Balor after Liv Morgan distracts referee Jessika Carr so that Roxanne Perez can hit Finn Balor with the ring bell hammer. During the match, Roxanne Perez shows up at ringside, and after the commercial break, so does Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez. Roxanne tries to distract the referee as "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio trips Finn Balor off the top rope, but the referee turns around, catches Dominik in the act and ejects him from ringside.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Seth "Freakin'" Rollins. Rollins says he will be fine after what happened earlier and says that if Bron Breakker is willing to take chances, then he should be willing to finish the job. Rollins then says "I ain't dead yet," then walks away.

Backstage, Bron Breakker speaks with Austin Theory and make fun of both Seth "Freakin'" Rollins and Joe Hendry. After Paul Heyman asks if Rollins is still breathing, Logan Paul says that Hendry will not be, and wants to hospitalize Hendry at soon as Heyman says he can. Hendry wants Logan that he will get suspended after what happened to Breakker, and says that Theory will do the job. Theory says he will take care of Hendry, and Breakker says they will get them all.

"All Ego" Ethan Page and Rusev beat Je'Von Evans and Penta after Rusev slams Penta on the announce desk after Ethan trips Je'Von off the top rope as Je'Von goes for a splash through the announce desk on Rusev.

General Manager Adam Pearce is in the ring with a contract in his hand. He announces that today, Sol Ruca will be signing her Raw contract. Sol Ruca heads to the ring, and Pearce congratulates her before handing her the contract. As Sol Ruca says it will feel real good to sign her contract, Becky Lynch suddenly shows up, insisting that this was her allotted time for greatness and complains about having to be in a match with Iyo Sky, who she calls "Iyo Janetty." Sol Ruca asks Becky if she is done, and when Becky goes on about who says she is the greatest, Sol Ruca says that not everything revolves around Becky and Becky has come off as the exact person everyone says she is: a rude, big-headed bitch. Sol Ruca signs her contract, and Becky asks Sol Ruca who she is. Sol tells Becky who she is, and says that if Becky interrupts her again, she will kick her ass and snatch her soul. Becky punches at Sol Ruca, but hits Adam Pearce, who then yells at Becky as Becky tries to apologize. Sol Ruca takes advantage of the situation and hits the Sol Snatcher on Becky.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews The Usos (Jimmy and "Main Event" Jey Uso) as they are about to enter Roman Reigns' dressing room. Jimmy says tonight is a big night and that Jacob Fatu needs to know how Roman does business, and Jey says that Roman knows how to handle things and that they are there for just in case. Jey says Jacob Fatu is swimming in deep water and they respect that, but he will find out who he is messing with at Backlash.

Before the next match, Joe Hendry sings about having Logan Paul fired again. Logan Paul shows up with Austin Theory and insists that TKO cannot fire him because he is business and that he is "unfireable" and the heart and soul of WWE. Hendry continues singing, and when Theory rushes into the ring, Hendry clotheslines him back out. The next match starts.

Joe Hendry beats Austin Theory by disqualification after he is attacked from behind by Logan Paul. After the match, Joe Hendry fights back against Logan Paul, but the numbers game catches up. All of a sudden, The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) show up and brawl with Logan and Theory, and quickly clean house. Bron Breakker shows up, and he annihilates The Street Profits. He goes for a Spear on Angelo Dawkins, but is stopped by Seth "Freakin'" Rollins, who throws Breakker into the ring steps and goes to town on him. Rollins goes for The Stomp, but after Montez Ford somersaults over him and the ring post to get to everyone else, Breakker hits Rollins with a Spear.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews The Judgment Day (Liv Morgan, Raquel Rodriguez, Roxanne Perez, "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio, JD McDonagh). Liv Morgan says they are getting all the gold and crushing everyone who gets in their way. Raquel says that Paige and Brie Bella's nostalgia tour was cute for one night, but now it is time to get serious. Bayley and Lyra Valkyria show up wanting a match with The Judgment Day, but Liv waves goodbye and The Judgment Day walk away.

Before the next match, Oba Femi proclaims that the Oba Femi Open Challenge will now begin. Oba Femi's open challenge is answered by Akira Tozawa. Tozawa suddenly have his misgivings upon stepping up to Oba, and Otis takes his place.

Oba Femi quickly beats Otis.

Backstage, Seth "Freakin'" Rollins gets in an argument with The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) and Joe Hendry, saying that he does not even trust himself and that they are all fighting The Vision. Rollins says he will stay out of The Street Profits' way while they stay out of his.

In footage from earlier today, Iyo Sky and Asuka have a face-to-face meeting overseen by General Manager Adam Pearce. Iyo says she has avoided this for years and that Asuka is who she says she is. She says that she loves Asuka and still have the ultimate respect for ever despite everything that has happened, and did not want to fight her. She says Asuka has changed, but Asuka says the situation has changed. Iyo says she has changed, and she has to fight her. Asuka says the Iyo Sky she taught is no longer in front of her, and asys she does not know anyone who is this disrespectful. She calls Iyo Sky her biggest disappointment, then says she is done with her, and at Backlash, she will cut her out of her life for good. Iyo says she is ready for Asuka, then Asuka spits blue mist into Iyo's face. A furious Adam pearce kicks Asuka out of the room and demands a medic for Iyo.

Backstage, Cathy Kelly interviews El Grande Americano I and Los Americanos Hermanos, Julio and Bruto (who are Julius and Brutus Creed, respectively). El Grande Americano I says the no-contact rule applies only in Mexico, and in the United States, all bets are off. She says that Chad Gable - who he says is still out with an injury - has done him a favor by pairing him with Los Americanos Hermanos, then heads to the ring.

El Grande Americano I and Los Americanos Hermanos (Julio and Bruto) beat Los Americanos (El Grande Americano II, Rayo Americano, Bravo Americano) in a six-man tag match.

It is announced that John Cena will announces some history-making news at Backlash.

Roman Reigns heads to the ring. General Manager Adam Pearce is in the ring with the contract for Roman Reigns' World Heavyweight Championship defense against Jacob Fatu at Backlash. Jacob Fatu enters the ring afterwards. Roman says that the fans respect him and that the respect has been earned over the last twelve years, then says that he held the door open for Solo Sikoa, who in turn helped Jacob Fatu in. He says that there must be a code of conduct that his family must hang its hat on, and addresses the Tongan Death Grip by saying it should not be used on family. Jacob Fatu says that he is desperate and against the wall and that it is him against the world, and that he has no choice but to take Roman out and take hits title and everything that comes with it. He says that he will put a choke hold on this game and squeeze every dollar and every cent just like how WWE has done to their family for decades, and says that he will move forward and never come back to where he came from. Jacob Fatu says he is desperate enough to feed his household, even if that means going through Roman. Roman cuts to the chase and signs the contract, then says he has grinded for multiple households and provided for multiple generations because he can. He says that WWE is all his, and in his family, everyone is equal. He then says that in the ring, Jacob is beneath him. Jacob goes for the Tongan Death Grip, but Roman fights back and hits him with a chair. He tries to hit Jacob Fatu with the World Heavyweight Championship, but is forced to fight with his fist when Jacob goes for the Tongan Death Grip again. Jacob nearly locks it in, but Roman escapes and hits the Superman Punch. Jacob finally locks in the Tongan Death Grip and nearly puts Roman Reigns through the table, then signs the contract as officials get in the ring.

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