Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for April 24, 2026

Backstage, Trick Williams, Lil Yachty and the Gingerbread Man nearly get run over by Danhausen's coffin go-kart.

Jacob Fatu heads to the ring to start tonight's show. Jacob Fatu mentions his confrontation with Roman Reigns and his desire for the Undisputed WWE Championship, as well as how Roman Reigns has said he is not ready. Jacob says that Roman is right when he said he was not ready. He says that he has been hearing that his entire life, then tells Roman to step into the ring and prove it. Suddenly, The Usos (Jimmy and "Main Event" Jey Uso) show up and head to the ring. Jimmy says he agrees with what Jacob has had to say about levelling up, then asks him not to come at Roman Reigns and join the family so that he can do all that without having to face Roman. He also tells Jacob that the fans are not going to level him up. Jey then says it is too late for all that, as he stepped up, opened his mouth, and is now in the deep end and that they will see if he can swim. Jey says Jacob has to look Roman in the eye and get ready for war, then the MFTs (Solo Sikoa, Tama Tonga, Tonga Loa, JC Mateo) show up. Solo tells Jacob that The Usos are lying to him and that he was the one to bring him into WWE, then asks The Usos what they will teach Jacob besides "how to yeet." He tells Jacob that he will not beat Roman unless he has an army, and that he himself has an army. Tama Tonga stops Solo, wanting to know why they are wasting their time and calling Jacob "a lost cause." Tama Tonga says that Jacob cannot beat Roman and that he cannot even beat Solo. Jacob superkicks Tama, and Solo holds Loa and Mateo back before Jacob challenges Solo to a match tonight.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Giulia and Kiana James. Kiana James says that she and Giulia have not been getting respect, but it only fuels the fire to win tonight. Giulia says she has beaten Tiffany Stratton once and she will beat her again and that she feels no pressure; only anger. Giulia leaves, then Kiana blames Cathy Kelley on her and Giulia arguing.

Tiffany Stratton beats Giulia to become the WWE Women's United States Champion!

In footage from earlier this week, Danhausen finds The Miz's home and knocks on the door. The Miz opens the door to find nobody there, but when he cloeses the door, he finds Danhausen in his house. The Miz kicks Danhausen out of his home, but Danhausen disappears again, then reappears in his pool. The Miz kicks him out, and dives at him only to fall into his own pool.

Cathy Kelley interviews Tiffany Stratton on the stage. Tiffany says it feels amazing to be back on top after having "the runner-up story," and now, she is a champion. She plans to show why the WWE runs on "Tiffy Time" until Brie Bella shows up. Paige also shows up with Brie Bella, and they head to the ring as Tiffany heads to the back. Brie says it feels incredible to stand in the ring as a champion, and says that while she could not compete with her sister Nikki Bella, WrestleMania was incredible, and she is glad she had the idea of calling an old friend she could count on and call "sister." Paige says that when Brie gave her the call to have her back at WrestleMania, it was a great way to come back home. She says it is great to be here with Brie after walking out of WrestleMania as the Women's Tag Team Champions. She admits it was a long, hard road, but she is back home, and SmackDown is her house and that she and Brie are not going anywhere. Suddenly, Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss head to the ring. Charlotte says they are happy to see Paige back, but she and Brie have something they want. Alexa says they will not let WrestleMania get in their way. Charlotte says that if Paige wants to prove this is her house, she and Brie will have to face her and Alexa. Brie and Paige are down for a match and want to handle things in the ring tonight, and that leads to a referee coming to the ring. Referee Charles Robinson runs to the ring, making the match official.

Brie Bella and Paige vs. Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss ends with Fatal Influence (Jacy Jayne, Fallon Henley, Lainey Reid) showing up and taking out both teams.

We hear from people in East Palo Alto, some of whom are friends of Royce Keys, speak about Royce Keys as a role model. Royce Keys says it is his time to give back after making it to WWE, and that there is no stopping him.

"The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes heads to the ring. Cody talks about how he still made the decision to walk up the long ramp at WrestleMania as he felt it was the job of being Undisputed WWE Champion, and because he always gets back up when he falls. He says he wanted to send a message at WrestleMania that he would not be medically cleared afterwards and that he wanted to send a message to Randy Orton - who is not here tonight - saying Orton gave his best, yet he is still standing. He says he wanted to send a message to Sami Zayn, who called him "The Golden Boy," and that he showed up draped in gold because he, his family and he fans will all be gold. Cody then says that anyone who wants to face him that is currently 0-3, then tells outside forces to count their money and mind their business. He says that as champion, it is easy to find him, and that no matter where in WWE anyone might be, he is easy to find and hard to beat.

Backstage, Solo Sikoa tells JC Mateo and Tama Tonga to get the WWE Tag Team Championships back and to not mess it up and let the family down. Tama Tonga asks about Jacob Fatu, and Solo says that he will teach Jacob that without them, Jacob cannot beat Roman.

Damian Priest and R-Truth retain the WWE Tag Team Championships against The MFTs (Tama Tonga and JC Mateo) despite Tonga Loa distracting referee Dan Engler.

We see more footage from The Miz's house. He finds Danhausen at his virtual golf course, and Danhausen crotches Miz with a golf club. He accidentally breaks a Slammy Award as he walks off with it, then runs into Maryse. The Miz throws chocolate powder at Danhausen, but hits Maryse instead. Danhausen then gets away on Miz's daughter's bicycle, passing by a Cybertruck on the way out.

Trick Williams slaps a man in the face as he, Lil Yachty and the Gingerbread Man head to the ring.

Trick Williams, Lil Yachty and The Gingerbread Man head to the ring for a championsip celebration. Trick says that the fans are excited to celebrate with the new United States Champion after he came to WrestleMania to "whoop that trick," then Lil Yachty says that he is here to stay, saying he is the Quincy Jones to Trick's Michael Jackson. Lil Yachty then says that the United States open challenge is over and that Trick Williams is the ultimate opportunity, and he and Trick state that there will be no handouts. Afterwards, The Gingerbread Man smacks Trick Williams with the candy cane, then does the same to Lil Yachty when he checks on him. The Gingerbread man then takes off his mask to reveal that he is none other than Sami Zayn. Sami attacks Lil Yachty with a ground and pound, then hits Trick with the Helluva Kick before mockingly dancing around and leaving the ring.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Royce Keys. Royce says it has been emotional since his debut and that he is just getting started at taking everything he wants. Solo Sikoa shows up and says Talla Tonga is not happy about losing the Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal, then says there is always room for Royce Keys in his family.

Danhausen beats The Miz after cursing The Miz and Kit Wilson with a pyro blast. After the match, Danhausen sets off some more pyro, then The Miz chases after him and leaps over Kit Wilson on the way to the coffin kart, causing The Miz to comedically collide with Kit Wilson.

We see a vignette for Blake Monroe, who is coming soon to SmackDown.

Rhea Ripley heads to the ring. Rhea declares that she is champion again after beating Jade Cargill at WrestleMania. She admits that Cargill proved to her that she can go, but it is now her time to prove that she is a fighting champion. She knows that there are women in the back who want to take a shot at her, and if any of them want to step up, now is their chance. Suddenly, Fatal Influence (Jacy Jayne, Fallon Henley, Lainey Reid) shows up. Fatal Influence is booed out of the building as Jacy Jayne gives Rhea Ripley credit where credit is due, then says Fatal Influence deserves the credit for taking out everyone's favorite legends tonight. Rhea Ripley admits she is impressed by Fatal Influence's actions tonight, then warns them to stop while they are ahead. Fallon Henley says that tonight is nothing compared to what Fatal Influence will do to Rhea. Rhea says she has been used to the numbers game by now thanks to Jade Cargill, and if Fatal Influence wants a fight, she is ready for a fight, and all Jacy Jayne has to do is take her shot. Jacy tells Rhea that Fatal Influence is always ready to throw hands, then General Manager Nick Aldis shows up and makes a match between Jacy Jayne and Rhea Ripley that happens right now.

Rhea Ripley beats Jacy Jayne by disqualification following a chop block from Fallon Henley as Rhea goes for Riptide. After the match, Fatal Influence (Jacy Jayne, Fallon Henley, Lainey Reid) gangs up on Rhea Ripley and lay her out.

Backstage, The Usos (Jimmy and "Main Event" Jey Uso) meet with Jacob Fatu. Jimmy says that The MFTs (Solo Sikoa, Tama Tonga, Tonga Loa, JC Mateo) will get involved one way or another and that they have his back, but Jacob says he does not need The Usos' help. After Jacob leaves, Jey tells Jimmy "Man, I told you!"

Backstage, Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss are met by Rhea Ripley in the trainer's room. Charlotte Flair says that she will get her hands on Jacy Jayne next week, unlike some people, then Alexa tells Rhea that Charlotte is "just like this" as Charlotte leaves.

We see a vignette for Ricky Saints, who debuts on SmackDown next week.

Jacob Fatu beats Solo Sikoa after taking out the rest of The MFTs (Tama Tonga, Tonga Loa, JC Mateo). After the match, The MFTs attack Jacob Fatu, but The Usos make their way to the ring. Jacob Fatu fights The MFTs off single-handedly. Jacob wraps chairs around Tama Tonga and Jacob Fatu's chairs before hitting them with hip attacks, then beats up Tonga Loa before splashing him through the commentary table.

Here are the highlights from tonight's show!

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

The Teardrop Xplodes - Xplosion recap for April 24, 2026

We look back on "The Walking Weapon" Josh Alexander vs. Frankie Kazarian vs. "The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth vs. Joe Hendry vs. Steve Maclin in a six-way elimination match for the TNA World Championship from Slammiversary 2024.

We look back on Rich Swann vs. Mike Santana for the TNA World Championship from last night's show.

Gia Miller interviews Frankie Kazarian for Around the Ring. Topics discussed include favorite ring jackets, fashion inspirations, and this year's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees.

Before the next match, The Personal Concierge George Iceman says he has tried New Orleans, Louisiana's gumbo and claims that it tastes worse then the fans' mothers smell, then says that the fans will be graced with the potent scent of rose petals and beauty personified as he introduced Mr. Elegance.

Mr. Elegance beats Simon Philips.

Thursday Night's Main Event - Main Event recap for April 24, 2025

Ludwig Kaiser beats Joaquin Wilde.

New Catch Republic (Tyler Bate and Pete Dunne) beat American Made (Julius and Brutus Creed).

Final iMPACT! - iMPACT! recap for April 24, 2025

In memory of Steve "Mongo" McMichael, 1957 - 2025.

It is announced that next week's episode will be live and will air at a special start time of 10 PM Eastern, 9 PM Central.

The System (Moose and JDC) beats Trey Miguel and "Inevitable" Ace Austin after Alisha Edwards distracts the referee so that Eddie Edwards and Brian Myers can interfere.

Masha Slamovich talks about how she has sacrificed and chased the dream for ten years to win the TNA Knockouts Championship, and now Tessa Blanchard has attacked Johnny Rodz, who trained her and gave her this life. As Masha wonders if this is still worth it, Tommy Dreamer shows up and says everyone knew what they were getting into when they became wrestlers, then says that he and Johnny are both proud of her and tells Masha not to doubt herself.

Santana is in a group meeting with four other people. Santana's friend Derek thanks everyone for accepting him into the group and says that things will be different this time. Santana then talks about how he sees strength and people who made a choice to stop running, face their demons and learn to love and appreciate what is looking back when they look in the mirror. He mentions hard times and the importance of staying true to the people and places that got him to where he is at, and talks about using weakness to create strength and push forward, which brings him to Mustafa Ali. He says that Mustafa has made his presence felt in this very room, and says that a man who cannot face the truth and just wakes up every day and runs is weakness. He says that Mustafa is addicted to him and looks to someone like him who has brought himself from the very bottom and rose and will keep rising, and is obsessed because he cannot control what is meant to be. Santana says that whatever he does, he has to be the best, then defines an addict as a person who cannot admit that they have a problem. He also says that a man once said that you have to be a monster to fight the monster in the room, and at Rebellion, he will go face-to-face with the monster and Mustafa Ali comes face-to-face with what he cannot stand, and he will have no choice because he cannot run. Santana says it is over for Mustafa for him, and he will make sure, because he will fight, and fighting is what he and everyone in the room knows. He says he will fight for friends and family, and that he will keep fighting.

Backstage, personal concierge George Iceman, Heather by Elegance and Maggie Lee call Ash By Elegance. Ash By Elegance already knows about the four-way match for the Knockouts Tag Team Championships, and she chews Heather out. Heather hangs up, and she and George agree they must do everything in their power to keep the Knockouts Tag titles.

NXT-TNA Liaison Arianna Grace guests on commentary for the next match.

Jacy Jayne beats Rosemary following the distraction by Jazmyn Nyx. After the match, Fatal Influence (Jayne, Fallon Henley, Jazmyn) gangs up on Rosemary, and Jacy Jayne kicks and slaps at Rosemary before Xia Brookside and Lei Ying Lee run in to make the save. Fatal Influence retreats, but Director of Authority Santino Marella soon shows up and makes a six-woman tag match between Fatal Influence and the team of Rosemary, Xia Brookside and Lei Ying Lee at Rebellion.

"The Wanted Man" Nic and "The Hollywood Hunk" Ryan Nemeth are heading towards The Hardy Compound in their Corvette when they see Willow, who welcomes to the compound before he suddenly disappears. Nic and Ryan arrive and are soon welcomed into the compound. Once inside the compound, Nic and Ryan notice that the gate is closed. Ryan says they should split up, and Nic agrees. Nic runs into Willow, who suddenly starts dancing before disappearing again. Nic examines Willow's umbrella, and after he notices Willow is not there, he is attacked by Jeff Hardy, and the two men brawl. Nic gets the better of Jeff and runs away, but Jeff catches up to him in front of a pick-up truck. Both men fight on the back of the truck, and Nic puts Jeff through some tables with a back body drop off the truck's roof. Nic finds a suitcase in the truck and finds one-half of the Impact World Tag Team Championships, then runs off towards the compound. He manages to find a way inside, then the show cuts to Ryan. Ryan is approached and attacked from behind by Matt Hardy as Nic finds himself in the arcade. He finds a display case f multiple championships and replaces the other TNA World Tag Team Championship belt with a light weight. As Matt fights Ryan near the fountain, he has a premonition that Nic and Ryan have the titles, and that leads to Matt spearing Ryan into a nearby swimming pool. We see Reby Hardy playing in the piano, then Ryan is in the arcade with a ticket in his hand. Ryan hands the ticket to Señor Benjamin, then sits down in the theater to see "Maxel the Great," which was written on the ticket. We see a silent black-and-white movie strangely starring Ryan as the villain being booed by the hardy Kids and Maxel being cheered. Maxel ends up hitting a drop kick from the rope and earning his flowers. Reby Hardy plays Piano again, then ends up laying on a couch playing a psychiatric patient for Wolfgang. Reby Hardy is seen playing piano again as Ryan is still in the pool, and Ryan shows up and says he and Nic are taking the tag team titles. Reby's daughter suddenly turns Ryan into The Crow. Ryan Nemeth is then seen mocking one of the Hardy kids in what looks like a joke-telling contest and is hit with vegetables and water balloons before Matt pulls the real Ryan out of the swimming pool. All of a sudden, Nic appears with the tag team titles. Nic manages to get away from Matt, but is caught by Maxel. This is enough for Matt to catch up to Nic, but Ryan shows up and hits Matt in the back with one of the tag team titles. Suddenly, Jeff Hardy returns, this time as Brother Nero. Nic and Ryan run away with the titles, while Brother Nero watches on.

Backstage, Trey Miguel and "Inevitable" Ace Austin regroup, then Trey makes a call to Sean Waltman, saying "Hey, OG! Yeah, this is THAT call."

Tessa Blanchard beats Missa Kate. After the match, Masha Slamovich shows up and attacks Tessa before hitting her with the Snow Plow and putting her in a Fujiwara Arm Bar until security shows up.

We see Steve Maclin writing in a journal near a campfire. Once again, Eric Young joins him, saying that they both knew their paths would cross again for the International Championship. The two of them have a drink together before Maclin tells Eric that he will see him in Los Angeles, then Maclin walks away. When Maclin walks away, he leaves the journal behind, and we find out that Maclin's drink has been poisoned as the journal burns. Eric tells a downed Maclin that Rebellion will be an experience for the both of them.

We look back on Joe Hendry's WrestleMania moment with Randy Orton over the weekend.

Elijah and Joe Hendry beat Frankie Kazarian and "All Ego" Ethan Page after Ethan leaves Kazarian high and dry, allowing Elijah to hit Kazarian with the Highwayman's Farewell for the win.

Honor Roll - Ring of Honor recap for April 24, 2025

Before the next match, "Smart" Mark Sterling says that it took him more than twenty years of living in Boston, Massachusetts to realize that it was "East Albany" and that nothing has sprung out of it for some time, then The Premier Athletes (Tony Nese and Ariya Daivari) get told by the fans that they suck.

The Premier Athletes (Tony Nese and Ariya Daivari) and The Righteous (Vincent and Dutch) beat Spanish Announce Project (Angelico and Serpentico) and The Kingdom (Matt Taven and Mike Bennett) in an eight-man tag match.

Lance Archer beats Crowbar (who makes his first appearance in the AEW/ROH universe in five years).

Red Velvet beats Ashley Vox in a ROH Women's World Television Championship Proving Ground Match. After the match, La Catalina shows up and makes it known she wants the Women's World Television title.

We hear from Leila Grey, "The Virtuosa" Deonna Purrazzo and Taya Valkyrie, who all declare for the Women's Pure Championship Tournament. Deonna tells Taya that there can only be one winner and that this one winner will have to be the best, and it is her.

Mark Briscoe, AR Fox and Top Flight (Darius and Dante Martin) beat Shane Taylor Promotions (Shane Taylor, "Taiga Style" Lee Moriarty, "The Captain" Shawn Dean, "Bad News and Tattoos" Carlie Bravo) in an eight-man tag match.

Here is the recap for tonight's show!

Final iMPACT! - iMPACT! recap for April 25, 2024

"The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth heads to the ring to start tonight's show. Nemeth admits he thought he would return to Las Vegas as TNA World Champion, and while he left it all in the ring, it may have been his only opportunity and the title, and he failed. He even mentions his family cheering him on from the front row only to still fail to come through, and he is now at a loss as to what to do next. As he states that he feels broken inside, "Broken" Matt Hardy shows up and heads to the ring. Matt Hardy says that he had a premonition that after the main event, the lights go out and he would appear with the world champion, which ended up being Moose and not Nemeth like he had hoped. He says that he has seen the footage and that the fans may have seen what he saw: Nemeth's left shoulder was up as the referee counted to three. Matt admits that while he does not know what is next for Nemeth, he knows what is next for him, and that is becoming World Champion. He says Nemeth can get another shot down the line, but it may be against him and not Moose. Suddenly, The System (Eddie Edwards, Alisha Edwards, Brian Myers, Moose) shows up, and Moose says it is funny that Matt Hardy is back in TNA thinking he is "the head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders," which explains why they suck. He says this is wrestling, not football, and that Nemeth and Matt cannot challenge the play and he is still champion. Nemeth dares The System to say what they have to say to their faces, but Eddie says he knows what Nemeth is doing and is coming off as desperate. He says that Nemeth sounds pathetic, even though he knows that Nemeth came to TNA for good, and while he expected to become "the next Kurt Angle," he may not even become "the next Eric Angle." Nemeth threatens to beat the hell out of Eddie Edwards tonight, the idea of which Matt Hardy likes.

We see Director of Authority Santino Marella, Mustafa Ali and The Good Hands (John Skyler and Jason Hotch) near a ballot box. The Good Hands cast their votes, but find out that Mustafa Ali cannot become #1 contender to his own championship. Jordynne Grace shows up and casts her vote, then has a conversation with Santino.

Backstage, Gia Miller interviews Jordynne Grace. Jordynne admits that her match at Rebellion was a wild match, but she is glad that she had PCO on stand-by. She also admits she is surprised that Sami Callihan is back and that everything worked out. She also mentions what she brought up with Director of Authority Santino Marella: she has made her match next week a Knockouts Championship match. Suddenly, Miyu Yamashita shows up and says she will beat Jordynne and take her title.

Mike Santana beats Myron Reed. After the match, Steve Maclin shows up and tells The Rascalz to surround the ring, but when they do, The Rascalz drop off the ring apron, leaving Maclin on his own against Santana. Maclin dives out of the ring before Santana hits Spin The Block.

We hear from Steph de Lander and Kon. Steph de Lander says that what happened at Rebellion was insane and a screwjob and that Jordynne Grace could not beat her fair and square. She then challenges Jordynne and PCO to a mixed tag match against herself and Kon. Kon says that he will finish what he started at Under Siege, and that is breaking necks.

"The Walking Weapon" Josh Alexander heads to the ring. Alexander says today is a good day, especially when he steps into a TNA ring, as he bleeds for TNA. He says that he proved that he bled for TNA after his match with Hammerstone and became last man standing, and regardless of what everyone calls him, he has not been called one thing in some time: TNA World Champion. Before he lays out his plans, Frankie Kazarian shows up and calls Alexander "entitled" for thinking he is deserving of the World title after one match, then says he won his match at Rebellion, and if anyone is qualified, it is him. Alexander proposes that they have a match to see who the number one contender, but Kazarian says he can barely walk and his arm is severely injured and he expected better from Alexander. After Alexander says nobody sees him complaining after his match and that Kazarian might as well back down from a challenge so he can become number one contender, but Kazarian says "That doesn't work for me, brother!" As Kazarian leaves the ring, a referee shows up and tells Kazarian to get back in, and it is announced that a #1 contender's match for the TNA World Championship is happening right now.

"The Walking Weapon" Josh Alexander beats Frankie Kazarian with an ankle lock to become #1 contender for the TNA World Championship. During the match, Kazarian grabs a metal folding chair and introduces it to the ring, and the referee takes it away. While this is going on, Kazarian produces a chain, but Eric Young shows up and takes it away. Kazarian falls down and feigns being hurt by Eric Young, which causes Eric Young to get ejected. This distraction allows Alexander to put Kazarian in an ankle lock and grapevine it, and Kazarian taps, making Alexander #1 contender to the World title.

Backstage, Jake Something talks with Director of Authority Santino Marella, and Cody Deaner also shows up. Hammerstone shows up wanting to talk to Marella regarding Rebellion, and Jake Something tells him to show some respect. This leads to an argument and Hammerstone shoving Jake Something into the wall, and Santino telling the two of them to settle it in the ring. In the background, The Rascalz take part in some ballot stuffing.

First Class (AJ Francis and Rich Swann) and hip hop recording artist Bun B are seen entering the arena.

Gia Miller interviews First Class (AJ Francis and Rich Swann) and hip hop recording artist Bun B on the stage. AJ Francis says that Bun B came here for First Class just like DJ Whoo Kid and Shawne Merriman, and Bun B says all of his accomodations have been first class. Rich Swann says everyone saw him whup Joe Hendry's ass up and down the casino, and ever since First Class has dealt with Hendry, Hendry has been disrespectful, and that Hendry has learned to put respect on their name. When Gia Miller asks AJ Francis if he will show the same respect when he says Joe Hendry's name, Joe Hendry suddenly shows up next to Gia. AJ Francis says that he and Rich Swann may have to teach him another lesson, but Hendry says he is not here to fight, especially after Swann beat him and he suffered a groin injury. He says it humbled him and that he owes him an apology, and that he will do it the right way in the ring next week.

Xia Brookside beats Ash By Elegance with a schoolkid pin after Ash is caught with jeweled knuckles given to her by her conceirge George Iceman, giving Ash her first TNA loss.

Backstage, Trey Miguel is considered the winner of the ballot box vote "by a suspicious amount" of 60 votes. Everyone gets angry, but it is revealed that the second-biggest winner is Ace Austin. Mustafa Ali says that there should be no number one contender due to voter fraud, but Director of Authority Santino Marella puts Austin and Trey in a match where the winner faces Mustafa Ali for the X Division Championship at Under Siege.

Before the next match, John Skyler says that The Good Hands (John Skyler and Jason Hotch) have demanded a match with Sami Callihan after Sami's return at Rebellion. After it is revealed that Sami wants to face them both, he says that his luck has run out and that his death wish is coming in the form of these good hands.

Sami Callihan beats The Good Hands (John Skyler and Jason Hotch) in a two-on-one handicap match.

Backstage, Frankie Kazarian is met by Steve Maclin, but Kazarian tells Maclin he does not like him or trust him after what he did to him when he won the X Division Championship. Maclin says he has every right not to trust him, either, but he says Eric Young, "The Walking Weapon" Josh Alexander and Mike Santana have become problems, and propose that they help each other with their enemies.

Ryan Nemeth is seen in the crowd.

Eddie Edwards beats "The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth. During the match, Brian Myers takes a shot at Ryan Nemeth onat ringside, and that distracts the referee so that Moose can nail Nemeth with the TNA World Championship. Eddie then hits the Boston Knee Party for the win. After the match, The System (Eddie Edwards, Alisha Edwards, Brian Myers, Moose) attacks Nic Nemeth, and Ryan Nemeth is held back by security as The System wraps a chair around Nemeth's neck before Moose smacks the chair into his throat with another chair. The System leave the ring as Speedball Mountain ("Speedball" Mike Bailey and Trent Seven) rush in.

Honor Roll - Ring of Honor recap for April 25, 2024

Isiah Kassidy beats Komander.

In backstage footage from Dynasty, we hear from Bullet Club Gold ("Switchblade" Jay White, Austin Gunn, Colten Gunn). "Switchblade" Jay White says that Bullet Club has fulfilled their destiny, and Austin Gunn says that the extra weight on their shoulders prove that they run the trios division. Colten Gunn says they are three of the world in the world.

Top Flight (Darius and Dante Martin) and Action Andretti beat The Dark Order (Evil Uno, Alex Reynolds, John Silver) in a six-man tag match.

Anna Jay beats Allysin Kay with the Queenslayer.

Backstage, Athena holds an Minion Empowerment Meeting with Billie Starkz and Lexy nair. Athena says that Red Velvet and Queen Animata took her moment at Battle of the Belts X and proved that she is just a piece of "hot porcelain hussy garbage." Billie Starks says that Red Velvet is mad that she has yet to beat her. After Lexy Nair says that they have unfinished business, Athena challenges Red Velvet and Queen Aminata to a tag team match.

Johnny TV beats Will Austin.

Brian Cage, Toa Liona and Bishop Kaun - no longer called The Mogul Embassy - beat Manders and Beeftank (Beef and Calvin Tankman) in a six-man tag match.

We hear from "Smart" Mark Sterling, who talks about how Ari Daivari - now known as Ariya Daivari - spent his money on only the best in order to become the best. Backstage, we hear from "Smart" Mark Sterling and The Premier Athletes. Sterling says Phase 2 is a success and that the message has been sent, but he did not think it would be sent to some of the best in ROH and that it would take six men to face off with them. He says that The Premier Athletes are at their best, and while it was not personal with The Embassy, they were in the line of fire and part of a long list of people who were not deserving of opportunities that belonged to them.

Yuka Sakazaki beats Leila Grey.

Backstage, Lexy Nair interviews Cole Karter and Griff Garrison. Garrison is holding Serpentico's mask. Karter says they keep getting opportunities, but they keep failing. Maria Kanellis-Bennett shows up and says they could have done better, then says every loss is an opportunity and that both of them gained experience. He says that everyone is jealous of what Karter and Garrison's good looks, but they will eventually be jealous of what they do in the ring and they will win the ROH World Tag Team Championships.

Undisputed Kingdom (Matt Taven and Mike Bennett) beat The Outrunners (Truth Magnum and Turbo Floyd) in a Proving Ground Match for the ROH World Tag Team Championships.

Backstage, we hear from Red Velvet and Queen Aminata. Red Velvet says Athena is stirring up the pot and that she is done with her, and dares Billie Starkz to bring it on if she wants to hang with the big girls and handle big girl business, saying she has beaten her twice and will beat her again like her mother never did, as she rolls with royalty, not minions. Aminata says she feels sorry for Athena after saying she will drop her on her head again and again because she does not respect her as a champion. She says Athena has no honor and that nobody known more about onor than her. Red Velvet says she is looking for a fight and asks Aminata if she is looking for the same, then the two of them proclaim that it is time to cook, eat, leave no crumbs and take out the trash.

Taya Valkyrie beats Laynie Luck by submission.

Backstage, Lexy Nair interviews The Infantry ("The Captain" Shawn Dean, "Bad News and Tattoos" Carlie Bravo, Trish Adora). Shawn Dean says that since they have been in ROH, there have been targets on their back. As Carlie Bravo brings up the teams they have been facing, The Outrunners (Turbo Floyd and Truth Magnum) show up and brag about the roll they have been on lately, saying that they may not have targets on their backs, but they do have scud missiles. The Infantry notice that The Outrunners are wearing camoflauge and accuse them of gimmick infringment again, and this leads to a match between the two teams.

Lance Archer and The Righteous (Vincent and Dutch) beat Jon Cruz, GPA and Ren Jones in a six-man tag match.

Abadon beats Nova.

Backstage, Lexy Nair interviews Johnny TV and Taya Valkyrie. Johnny and Taya talk about the success of Johnny Loves Taya on All Elite Wrestling's YouTube channel and the potential awards they will win when Aaron Solo shows up and says they would win more awards if he was on the show, and Johnny TV accuses Aaron Solo fo not supporting the show when Taya reminds him that he did retweet them. Aaron Solo brings up their time in QTV, saying that "Johnny loved Solo" before he loved Taya, but Taya says Solo is a loser and that they do not associate with losers. Johnny TV brings up Aaron Solo's name being spelled "Solow" before telling him to win a match. Solo says he will win a match next week to prove that he is "TV ready." Johnny and Solo then try to literally get in the last word.

The Beast Mortos beats AR Fox and "All Heart" Blake Christian in a three-way match.

Here is the recap for tonight's show!

Those Dynamite Kids - Dynamite recap for April 24, 2024

Before the show begins, The Elite (Matthew Jackson, Nicholas Jackson, "The Rainmaker" Kazuchika Okada) speak as they wait for Jack Perry, who shows up in a separate vehicle. The four of them make their way to the building, and when security tries to stop Jack Perry from entering, Matthew vouches for him.

As Orange Cassidy is about to make his way to the ring, he tumbles through the entrance while being attacked by Trent Beretta. Trent Beretta then demands that Chuck Taylor head to the ring. Chuck enters the ring from the stands, and Trent says that he should have done this a long time ago and that they should not have hugged "this narcissistic prick." Trent says that Orange became their mascot and that they did so much for him only to get nothing, and that Orange is not Chuck's friend. He says that he cares for Chuck and that he loves him, and tells him to do the right thing and give the people what they want. Chuck and Trent go for the hug, but Chuck stops and tells Trent that he always thought he was a piece of shit before hitting him with the microphone. After Trent retreats, Chuck says he wants to fight Trent not in the ring, but in the parking lot.

Backstage, we hear from Jon Moxley. He says that he knows what Powerhouse Hobbs is capable of and that he is aware of what is on the line tonight, and that The Don Callis Family put a hit on his friend just to get an edge to win. He says that he knows what it takes to get to the top and stay there, and while tonight will be a match through Hell, there is no place he would rather be and no better way to feel alive, and tonight, he will remind the world who he is. Moxley then says that when all the air leaves Hobbs' lungs and Hobbs hits the mat, it will be felt from Jacksonville to Tokyo.

Don Callis guests on commentary for the next match.

Swerve Strickland beats Kyle Fletcher in an AEW World Championship Eliminator Match. During the match, The Elite (Matthew Jackson, Nicholas Jackson, "The Rainmaker" Kazuchika Okada) and Jack Perry are seen entering Tony Khan's office backstage.

Backstage, Renee Paquette interviews Thunder Rosa. Thunder Rosa says she can complain or she can evolve. As she talks about her next move and mentions "The Virtuosa" Deonna Purrazzo in the process, Deonna shows up and confronts Thunder Rosa. Deonna shoves Thunder Rosa, and security has to step in.

Mina Shirakawa beats Anna Jay with a stack-up pinfall. After the match, Anna Jay attacks Mariah May and Mina Shirakawa as they both celebrate in the ring, and this leads to "Timeless" Toni Storm rushing into the ring and chasing Anna Jay out. As Toni checks on Mariah, Serena Deeb shows up and looks at the AEW Women's World Championship, which Toni has left on the entrance step with her shoes. Serena promises on camera that the next time she touches the Women's World title, she will be the champion.

Stokely Hathaway and Kris Statlander are in the ring. Stokely says it was a lovely day when Willow Nightingale won the TBS Championship, then announces that Caprice Coleman is on commentary before Kris Statlander introduces Willow to the ring. Caprice Coleman raps over Willow's entrance theme as Willow makes her way to the ring, and Stokely admits that while he did not like Willow at first, he and Kris are proud of Willow for winning the TBS title. Willow talks about how she was in the front row trying to catch her break in 2020 and how she became All Elite in Daily's Place in 2022 before becoming TBS Champion, then Mercedes Moné shows up and heads to the ring. Willow takes offense to Mercedes interrupting her for the fourth time, but Mercedes says she is here to congratulate Willow before telling her to enjoy the celebration before she becomes the new TBS Champion at Double or Nothing. After the recent attacks on Willow and Mercedes are brought up and both of them argue over who attacked them, Willow mentions that Mercedes has a personal vendetta against her after she injured her. Mercedes says Willow just want to feel better about what happened, but Willow says that she could not feel happy about her NJPW Strong Women's Championship reign because of it, but she has no regrets about her TBS Championship. Willow says she wants Mercedes at 100% so she can beat her at her best and prove why she is champion. Mercedes tells Willow to enjoy her reign while she can, as she knows she cannot beat her at Double or Nothing. Soon after this, Mercedes slaps Willow, and Mercedes has to be forced backstage by a referee while Willow is held back.

Backstage, Jack Perry, "The Rainmaker" Kazuchika Okada and Nicholas Jackson refuses to answer Alex Marvez on Jack Perry's AEW status. Matthew Jackson says things are uncertain and that Tony Khan has agreed to meet Jack Perry live in the ring tonight.

Will Ospreay wins the Casino Gauntlet Match following a Hidden Blade to Komander. After the match, Undisputed Kingdom (Roderick Strong, Matt Taven, Mike Bennett) shows up, and Roderick Strong and Will Ospreay have a staredown in the middle of the ring.

"The Learning Tree" Chris Jericho heads to the ring. Jericho says that "FTW" has a lot of negative connotations, then proclaims that "FTW" means "For The World" and that he won it for the world. Jericho says that he is only doing God's work by teaching the next generation and taking it to new heights, then thanks Terry Funk as well as Hook, saying Hook was a great champion and a tough competitor but still has a lot to take from the learning tree. He says that Hook has a lot to learn about removing dead weight such as Tazz and Katsuyori Shibata and that Hook should listen to him when he tells him to stay down, as he had to hit him with a baseball bat to beat him. He also says a lot of people have been drawn into "the Jericho vortex" and have come out as bigger and better stars before Big Bill suddenly shows up. Big Bill says he has been listening in the back and that he has only one thing to say: he needs the guidance of The Learning Tree. Bill calls Jericho "the Socrates of professional wrestling" who is always willing to lend advice, lend a hand and raise a less established guy to the top with him. He says there is a long line of guys chomping at the bit to be part of the learning tree, but there is nobody bigger than him and better fit than he is. Jericho says he has been watching Big Bill for a long time and that he will think about what he said, and that he will be watching him to see if what he says is true. Bill tells him to do that, as he will show him.

Backstage, Renee Paquette interviews Will Ospreay, Don Callis and Kyle Fletcher. Don Callis says he is happy for Ospreay because he will finally get championship gold. When the Tiger Driver '91 is brought up, Ospreay says that the move has to go due to the injuries it can cause, especially after what happened with "The American Dragon" Bryan Danielson. As Fletcher says Ospreay will win, Callis tells him to shut up, saying that Fletcher is the absolute last person who should be talking about winning after tonight, before putting his faith in Ospreay.

Jon Moxley retains the IWGP World Heavyweight Championship against Powerhouse Hobbs with a sleeper. After the match, "The Alpha" Konosuke Takeshita shows up and calls out Jon Moxley for the title. (The match is the first time that New Japan Pro Wrestling's top title has been defended on a Turner network since November 1998.)

Collision and Rampage air back to back after the NBA playoffs this Saturday night!

Backstage, Renee Paquette interviews Katsuyori Shibata, who says that next week, he will damage Chris Jericho in his hometown and become FTW Champion after chopping down the learning tree under FTW Rules.

Tony Schiavone interviews Jack Perry in the ring. Perry takes the microphone and says he has had some of the greatest nights of his life in Jacksonville, Florida, but tonight, he has some business to handle and he wants to handle it right here, right now, face-to-face with Tony Khan. AEW President and founder Tony Khan shows up and heads to the ring. Perry says it has been a long road, and that AEW has gone on to change the world in the five years since the first Double or Nothing. He admits that he and Tony have had their ups and downs and have not always seen eye-to-eye, but he has always wanted what was best for AEW, and asks Tony Khan to shake his hand and reinstate him so they can continue to change the world together. Tony shakes his hand, and both men hug before Perry raises Tony Khan's hand. He then punches Tony Khan in the ribs while still raising his hand, and The Elite show up and confront Jack Perry. Matthew and Nicholas Jackson seem to tend to Tony Khan at first, and tease an EVP-Trigger in the process, but Okada gives the signal and Matthew and Nicholas hit Tony with the Meltzer Driver instead. Referees and medical check on Tony Khan before Matthew congratulates the fans in Jacksonville for showing up as the referees tell The Elite and Jack Perry to get out of the ring. The Elite and Jack Perry celebrate on the stage before heading to the back, and the locker room - and Tony's father, Shahid - soon shows up to check on Tony Khan as the show ends.

Here are the highlights from tonight's show!

Speed Demon - Speed recap for April 24, 2024

Ricochet beats JD McDonagh to advance to the finals of the WWE Speed Championship Tournament.

THE CLOCK IS TICKING! ⏰

Who do you think is punching their ticket to the #WWESpeed Championship Match? @KingRicochet or @jd_mcdonagh? 👀 pic.twitter.com/iYjCoDiD00

— WWE (@WWE) April 24, 2024

Next week: "Big" Bronson Reed vs. Johnny Gargano!

Raw Deal - Raw recap for April 24, 2023

"The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes heads to the ring to start tonight's show. Cody says anything could to happen to him in the WWE Draft and mentions "the unenviable task" he has in beating Brock Lesnar at Backlash and the in-ring betrayal leading up to it. He then removes his watch and tie, throws the tie into the crowd and does the same with his button-down shirt and shows off the scar from his torn pec at Hell In A Cell . After admitting he has not watched that match with Seth Rollins back, he dares Brock Lesnar to pick a spot on him and leave another scar there, as he has not learned from the one from his torn pec. Cody says that when it came to that night, a sold-out arena carried him on their shoulder and took him to the finish line, then says that he and the fans have shared milestones and have more to come before thanking the fans for their support. All of a sudden, Finn Balor shows up and says "We all got scars, mate," then says Cody got screwed at WrestleMania because he had nobody there to have his back. He also says that Cody trusted "the wrong man" when he trusted Lesnar and that he needs to be smarter like him, and that Cody is now in a match that he cannot win on his own. Cody says that he thought there was some mutual respect between them at first, then says that whatever Finn is selling, he is not buying. Finn says the both of them and that the fans know that Cody and The Judgment Day (Finn Balor, Damian Priest, Rhea Ripley, Dominik Mysterio) would be unstoppable. Finn brags about Rhea Ripley winning the SmackDown Women's Championship, Damian Priest putting Bad Bunny through a table and Dominik Mysterio proving that he is greater than his father Rey Mysterio ever was, saying it is something Cody should try. Finn tells Cody that he made a mistake at WrestleMania and to not make the same mistake at Backlash, and to let The Judgment Day have his back. Cody declines Finn's offer and extends his hand. Finn says this is a real pity, and tells Cody that he is either with The Judgment Day or against him, and tells him to watch his back as he will slap the bleach out of his head one day. Cody stops Finn, saying that Finn is under the impression that he is not medically cleared to compete, then tells him that he is medically cleared to compete tonight and challenges Finn to a match to send a message to Brock Lesnar.

The Bloodline (Jimmy Uso, Jey Uso, Solo Sikoa) beat The Latino World Order (Santos Escobar, Joaquin Wilde, Cruz del Toro) in a six-man tag match after Solo Sikoa and Jey Uso distract the referee so that Solo Sikoa can hit Cruz del Toro with the Samoan Spike before The Usos hit del Toro with the 1D. After the match, Jey Uso says that in one bad night, he and Jimmy Uso lost the tag team titles and let down the Bloodline, then Jimmy Uso says that this week, they will win the tag team titles back and dedicate their match to Roman Reigns.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Bianca Belair. Bianca says Iyo Sky has proven she is a worthy competitor and that she stays ready, then Damage CTRL (Bayley, Dakota Kai, Iyo Sky) shows up. Bayley tells Bianca to count down the days that she loses her title, and Iyo Sky interrupts as Bayley talks about how good Iyo Sky is. Dakota Kai then says Iyo Sky wants to face Bianca tonight. Bianca accepts, then Bayley makes it a six-woman tag match. Bianca is also up for a six-woman tag match, and tells Damage CTRL she will see them in the ring.

Backstage, Jey Uso is on the phone, saying that The Bloodline have gotten the win. He suddenly runs into Sami Zayn, who says that he has heard what Jey Uso has had to say and questions why Jey Uso wants to win the tag titles for Roman Reigns and not for himself. He then says that he and Kevin Owens will not lose the tag team titles, then asks Jey what will happens if he loses and reminds him that it may not be good. Jey asks Sami why he even cares, and Sami says he feels bad. Jey tells Sami not to feel bad for him, as The Usos will take the tag team titles back, and tells him not to worry about The Bloodline anymore because he and Sami have both made their choices.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Trish Stratus. Trish says Becky Lynch is not doing so good and that Becky has told her she has had a hard time with the pressure of being a mom and the star of the women's division, then says that she can do the same thing and that she is thriving while Becky is not. She says that she could see the pressure making her crumble and that she put Becky out of her misery, and that Becky should be thanking her.

The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) beat Cedric Alexander and Shelton Benjamin.

Triple H heads to the ring. He says that as a WWE Superstar, he had the privilege of competing at the highest level and defending the WWE Championship against John Cena at WrestleMania 22, and now he has the privilege of ensuring that WWE is all it can be in the future. Triple H then brings up Roman Reigns coming up at 1,000 days as champion and says that after what Roman has done, he cannot name too many people who can hang with Roman, who he says is "that damn good." He also says that Roman Reigns negotiated himself into a position where he did not have to defend the undisputed WWE Universal Championship as frequently, and while it is great for Roman, it is not great for WWE. Triple H says that WWE - and the fans - deserve more than that, and states his previous announcement that the draft would change WWE to its very core. He says that Roman will stay Universal Champion on the brand he is on, then states that the other brand will decide a new champion. He then announces that the other brand will decide a new WWE World Heavyweight Champion, complete with a new belt design, at Night of Champions on May 27th, and says that this will be a champion that fans can respect, admire and be proud of. He says that this champion will defend the title anywhere, any time, all over the world, and that this champion will earn the fans' acknowledgement and the title of WWE World Heavyweight Champion.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Damian Priest and Dominik Mysterio. Damian has no problem with Bad Bunny being here and says he was successful when he had his back, but he has no problem putting him through a table if he gets involved again.

We hear from Bronson Reed, who says that nobody in WWE can compete with him because they do not have his strength, speed and power, and even if they did, they just want to be popular while he just wants to win. He tells everyone to be popular, because nobody can measure up to him.

Backstage, Jey Uso is lost in thought, and Jimmy Uso is able to tell. Jey asks Jimmy if he has ever thought about what would happen if they do not win on Friday. When Jey mentions running into Sami Zayn earlier, Jimmy gets angry. Solo calms him down, and Jimmy tells him not to talk to Sami and that they will do what they always do and win the tag team titles back for the family.

Bianca Belair, Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez beat Damage CTRL (Bayley, Dakota Kai, Iyo Sky) in a six-woman tag match.

Austin Theory heads to the ring. Austin Theory says that Bronson Reed and Bobby Lashley want "the Austin Theory experience," as he is the greatest United States Champion of all time. He then asks where his respect his, as he did not choose his opponents for his match. He the notices and addresses the new WWE World Heavyweight Championship on the pedestal and says it should be around his waist, as he is the man who has earned it. Theory then mentions that he does not have to be pinned to lose the United States Championship at Backlash, then counters the "You Suck" chant by reminding the fans that he beat John Cena at WrestleMania. The crowd chants "You tapped out!," which leads to Theory saying that the fans tapped out because they are in their seats watching the greatest. Bobby Lashley then heads to the ring. Lashley says the only problem he has with Theory is that Theory is holding his title and running his mouth about being the greatest United States Champion of all time before asking him when he will step up and face all comers. He says that he has been in the ring with Theory and that he knows how tough Theory is, and that Theory does not know how good he is, then asks Theory if he is lazy and doesn't want to work or if he is scared. Lashley says Theory should welcome every opportunity to fight for the title, because he would, and admits that he requested the Triple Threat Match for the United States title. Theory then asks Lashley where his WrestleMania match was. Lashley tells Theory he should knock his teeth down his throat for saying that, and Theory says he should before going for a cheap shot. This leads to a brawl between both men, and Bronson Reed shows up in the middle of it. Theory and Bronson gang up on Lashley and attack him at the ring post, and Theory hits Lashley with the A-Town Down in the middle of the ring. Bronson then attacks Theory and hits him with the Tsunami. Bronson then holds up the WWE United States Championship.

In backstage footage from earlier today, Elias, Rick Boogs and Alpha Academy (Chad Gable and Otis) talk about the WWE Draft and how it has broken teams up, and that he has ensured Alpha Academy stays together. Maxxine Dupri shows up and says she she has ensured that she and Otis stay on the same brand. Mustafa Ali shows up and says Chad Gable is worried about losing Otis, but he could reach his true potential and become the new World Heavyweight Champion, assuming this doesn't end Gable's life as he knows it and turns him into a loser. This leads to a match between Gable and Ali.

Mustafa Ali beats Chad Gable after reversing a deadlift German suplex into an Oklahoma roll.

Backstage, Jimmy Uso confronts Sami Zayn for "playing mind games," and tells Sami that he and Jey Uso will take back what is theirs. He also tells Sami that Kevin Owens used him to get the tag team titles and will turn on him when they lose. He then tells Sami to worry about himself, not Jey.

"The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes beats Finn Balor.

Seth "Freakin'" Rollins heads to the ring. Rollins looks at the WWE World Heavyweight Championship on the pedestal at ringside and mentions that the title is an opportunity for everyone to fight and push the industry forward. He says that if a new World Heavyweight Champion is to be crowned at Night of Champions, he is the one to put money on. Suddenly, Omos and MVP show up. MVP says that he respects Rollins immediately and calls him one of the most aggressive Superstars to grace a WWE ring, and says he has accomplished everything that can be accomplished, and aside from his fashion choices, he is brilliant. He then says it is his responsibility to give Omos "giant matches," and proclaims that a win over Rollins would be huge, then cautions Rollins about predicting his future when he might not have much of one after Backlash. Rollins tells MVP that he has undersold Omos, as Omos is the largest man he has ever seen in his entire life and is "once in a generation" because he was born that way while he is once in a generation while he made himself that way. He says that he is not afraid of Omos and that he will make him famous at Backlash when his head bounces off the mat.

Backstage, Matt Riddle talks with Kevin Owens about the annexation of Puerto Rico and how they could use it to beat The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso). Sami Zayn shows up and admits that he ended up talking to both of The Usos. Owens tells Sami it is too late for The Usos and that they deserve whatever happens to them. Riddle is more sympathetic, saying he knows what Sami is going through after everyone warned him that Orton would turn on him and that everything will be cool between Sami and Owens.

Rey Mysterio beats Damian Priest by disqualification. During the match, Bad Bunny arrives at the arena. Priest grabs Bad Bunny by the neck, but Bad Bunny escapes and hits Priest in the back of the legs before Priest retreats. Bad Bunny then grabs a microphone and tells Damian Priest that he is not hosting Backlash anymore because he is coming to Puerto Rico to kick his ass in a street fight.

This week on Raw Talk: Omos and MVP! Alpha Academy (Chad Gable and Otis) and Maxxine Dupri! The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford)!

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

After Dark Elevation - AEW Dark Elevation recap for April 24, 2023

This episode is a "best-of" episode. Highlights and matches include:

Chaos Project (Luther and Serpentico) and RSP vs. Darby Allin, Jon Moxley, and Eddie Kingston

Andrade el Idolo vs. Frankie Kazarian

Brandon Cutler vs. Konosuke Takeshita

Mazzerati vs. Mercedes Martinez for the ROH Women's World Championship

The Workhorsemen (JD Drake and Anthony Henry) vs. Best Friends (Chucky Taylor and Trent Beretta)

Emi Sakura, The Bunny, Diamante and "The Native Beast" Nyla Rose vs. Julia Hart, Skye Blue, Ryo Mizunami and "Legit" Leyla Hirsch

The Wingmen ("Pretty" Peter Avalon, "The Hollywood Hunk" Ryan Nemeth, Cezar Bononi) vs. Death Triangle (PAC, Penta Oscura, Rey Fenix)

QT Marshall vs. Minoru Suzuki

The Varsity Blonds (Griff Garrison and Brian Pillman Jr.) and The Dark Order (John Silvers and Alex Reynolds) vs. Chaos Project (Luther and Serpentico) and The Acclaimed ("Platinum" Max Caster and Anthony Bowens)

Championship Gold - Championship Wrestling presented by Car Shield recap for April 24, 2022

James Kincaid, Todd Kennelly, and United World Champion Chris Dickinson - who guests on commentary for this week's show - welcome everyone to tonight's show. Dickinson says he had been on the shelf with a hip injury for five months with people telling him he may be out for a year and that he may never wrestle again, then told everyone to kiss his ass before coming back in the shortest time possible. Suddenly, Prince Nana shows up and introduces himself before saying he has flown here from Ghana in west Africa to take one man under his wing, and that man is Invictus Khash. He then tells the fans to look up Khash as well as The Embassy, because "we are forever."

It is announced by host Gilbert Corsey that Championship Wrestling From Hollywood, Arizona and Atlanta will now be combined in one hour each week on the new Championship Wrestling.

Johnnie Robbie beats Mylo Matters (now known as just Mylo).

Jeremy McPeete interviews The Midnight Heat ("Rockin'" Ricky Gibson and "Precious" Eddie Pearl) and Guy Tweakacetti. Gibson says they are the unbeatable world tag team champions and defending the title all over the world, but unlike two guys thrown together, they are not happy to be there or proving themselves to their friends, because when people see them, they see money signs. Tweakacetti says they have been spending money like it is going out of style and has the receipts to prove it, then says they have new jackets and new gear to look good against all the tag teams, such as Reno Scum (Adam Thornstowe and Luster the Legend) and PPRay (Peter Avalon and Ray Rosas). He says that if anyone wants the tag team titles, they will be partying until the sun goes down.

Reno Scum (Adam Thornstowe and Luster the Legend) beat The Wolf Zaddies (Che Cabrera and Bad Dude Tito).

"The Alpha Wolf" Karl Fredericks heads to the ring. Fredericks introduces himself, then says it has been a while since he has been in a United Wrestling Network ring and that he was supposed to compete in a tournament for the United World Championship two years ago. Suddenly, The Bodega (Danny Limelight and "King FatBoy" Papo Esco) show up, and Danny Limelight says he finds it funny that Frederick has decided to come back after two years to complain about a title shot that he should have had, and that it was a choice for him to "sell [his] soul to the cerulean blue ring" of New Japan Pro Wrestling and "put on some black panties" similar to what a member of the audience is wearing (before handing her a pair of panties), become a young lion, put in the work and become "The Alpha Wolf," then says he could not cut it and is trying to become the alpha wolf of United Wrestling Network. He then says the UWN jungle belongs to The Bodega and that he is the lion, and if he wants to wrestle him, then he can put his black panties back on and be his young boy. Frederick says that if that is how he feels, then they can have a match right now.

Karl Fredericks beats Danny Limelight.

Honor Roll - Ring of Honor recap for April 24, 2021

Dak Draper and Eli Isom wrestle to a 15-minute time limit draw; however, both men want five more minutes after the end of the match. After the commercial break, they get it, but the lights go out. When they come back on, Dalton Cstle shows up with a new crew of boys. Dalton says he is not here to fight either man and that he has watched them since they first appeared in Ring of Honor, and says both men are incredible. He says that both men can help him with a problem that he has, and asks them if they have noticed if things have gotten a little dull around here before saying that while everyone wants to win, he is the only one who cares about the viewer. Dalton says he wants to bring drama back, and he says that Draper and Isom are the two guys who can help him do it. He then says there are things he sees in them that he likes, and that there are things in them that he does not. Dalton then kicks Isom in the groin, then does the same to Draper after Draper asks Dalton to give Isom a participation ribbon.

We hear from VLNCE UNLTD (Brody King, Homicide, "The Dirty Daddy" Chris Dickinson, Tony Deppen). Homicide says he has La Faccion Ingobernable (Rush, Dragon Lee, Kenny King, La Bestia del Ring) where he wants him , and while LNVCE UNLTD may not like each other, they love violence. "The Dirty Daddy" Chris Dickinson that the past, present and future have formed VLNCE UNLTD and that La Faccion Ingobernable has nothing on them. Tony Deppen say they are the future of Ring of Honor, and that La Faccion Ingobernable will not beat him down again like they have in the past. Brody King says that La Faccion Ingobernable have always had the numbers against him, but they are here for dominance and are coming for La Faccion Ingobernable's heads.

Backstage after the most recent Week By Week, Quinn McKay interviews Ken Dixon and The Beer City Bruiser. The Beer City Bruiser says that Dixon showing up is like paying for a bunch of drinks at the bar and suddenly having somebody else pay your tab. Dixon says he is tired of playing "dojo propaganda crap," and says that violence is what happens when pure wrestling fails. He also says he is not here to fit in. Bruiser says he is going to make a name for himself, and says that Dixon is his kind of man and will make a name for the two of themselves. They will face The OGK (Matt Taven and Mike Bennett) next week.

The Righteous (Bateman, Vita Von Starr, Dutch) head to the ring. Bateman says the world moves, and just because you cannot feel it does not mean it is not happening, and that nobody is capable to realizing what The Righteous truly is. He says that while the seat at the top of the mountain may be empty, they can still hear the thunder. He says that Vincent may be gone, but his hand is guiding the knife. Vita Von Starr reads a letter from Vincent stating that Vincent is a master of survival, and while he may not be here physically, he does not cease to exist, and that this is the door to a righteous rebirth. Bateman says that Vita can tie the world in knots if she has to, that Dutch is an inhuman and hollow monster, and that he himself was born with a devil in himself. He says that just because Vincent is gone, does not mean that the good work goes undone.

VLNCE UNLTD (Brody King, Homicide, "The Dirty Daddy" Chris Dickinson) vs. La Faccion Ingobernable (Rush, Kenny King, La Bestia del Ring) ends in a no-contest after the match goes out of control. After the match, The Foundation (Jay Lethal, Jonathan Gresham, "Hot Sauce" Tracy Williams, Rhett Titus) attack both teams as the show ends.

Next week: Tony Deppen vs. "Hot Sauce" Tracy Williams for the ROH World Television Championship!

Championship Gold - Championship Wrestling From Memphis recap for April 24, 2021

Bam Bam Malone vs. Action Jackson ends in a no-contest when "The Memphis Mauler" Alan Steel and Johnny Dotson force their way into the building and attack both men. "The GunShow" Brett Michaels goes after Steel and Dotson but is overpowered by both men after Dotson complains on commentary that he was not the legal man when he was pinned. King Cobra then shows up and threatens to fight Steel and Dotson himself, then Bam Bam and Action Jackson get back in the ring and toss Steel and Dotson out of the ring.

We hear from "The Memphis Mauler" Alan Steel and Johnny Dotson, who tell Bam Bam Malone and Action Jackson that if he wants to put his nose in "the real Memphis legends'" business, then they will see what happens when superheroes cannot fly next week.

Diana Taylor beats Paris Kelly.

Backstage, Terrance Ward interviews Austin Lane, who tells Derrick King that what he did a few weeks ago was uncalled for, and after last week, they will do it "old school." He tells King to meet him in the ring for a one-on-one match.

We see a vignette for The Crowleys (Jackson and Otis Crowley) where Walker Hayes goes missing.

Backstage, Terrance Ward interviews Precious and "Remarkable" Ryan Rembrandt. As both men fight over who is in front, Cassandra Golden tells them to stop and get on the same page before telling them they are in a tag team match to see how well they get along.

Da Russell Twins (Allen and Cameron Russell) beat Precious and "Remarkable" Ryan Rembrandt after Precious refuses to let Rembrandt tag him in and walks off to the back.

Backstage, Eric McMahon gets with Super Ed and tries to get him to cheat his way to victory.

Derrick King, "Queen of the Gulf Coast" Katelynn Black and Van Viciouss are seen arriving to the building in a white limousine.

Backstage, "Big Swole" Jusin Cole says it is time for him to "max out" and deadlift 125 kilograms for the Grind City Rumble, starting with today's match.

Norman Meklakov beats "Big Swole" Justin Cole with an eye poke followed by the full nelson slam.

"The King of POW" Chris Lexx beats Carter Matthews.

Derrick King guests on commentary, refusing to answer Austin Lane's challenge.

Austin Lane beats Van Viciouss after Nikki Lane stops "The Queen of the Gulf Coast" Katelynn Black from interfering and Lane hits Viciouss with Derrick King's crown, which Katelynn has handed to Viciouss to use as a weapon as the referee is distracted. After the match, Derrick King gets in the ring and superkicks Austin Lane, then demands that the referee count the pinfall and raise his hand afterwards.

Championship Gold - Championship Wrestling From Hollywood recap for April 24, 2021

At the start of the show, Honest John shows up to sell a pair of headphone as well as Todd Kenneley's cellphone to commentary.

Acting matchmaker Jamie Iovine, Cece Chanel, Viva Van and Halston Boddy head to the ring. Iovine says he has given a name to his pains in the past, and it is Heather Monroe, who he says is now gone. He says it will be a bright, sunshine-y day, then congratulates Halston Boddy for playing a two-year long game by putting Halston Boddy's name on Coastline Clash this year. Iovine then congratulates Viva Van on joining his family before releasing Cece Chanel from her servitude to him while keeping her under contract to the company, then says he is not good at letting go before commanding Viva Van to attack Chanel from behind.

Richie Slade beats Piranacanrana thanks to the distraction and interference from Flex McCalleon. After the match, Richie Slade takes the boots to Piranacanrana, and Flex McCalleon joins in. They then spray paint the letters "BC" on Piranacanrana's back, and Flex says this is the first of many brandings they will do.

Backstage, Jack Farmer interviews Howdy Price and Levi Shapiro. Shapiro says there is no need for worry, for he is a tag team partner and Howdy Price has big plans. Howdy Price says all his plans need is settling. Honest John then shows up and tries to sell a pair of sunglasses and a brush, and Howdy Price tells Honest John they should talk.

Midnight Heat ("Rockin'" Ricky Gibson and "Precious" Eddie Pearl) beat Action Jackson and Watson following the distraction from Guy Tweakacetti.

Mylo Matters beats Sandra Moon with an O'Connor Roll.

In footage from earlier today, Jack Famer interviews Darwin Finch, who announces that Gentleman Jervis has bruised and torn muscles and will be on the road to recovery, and if he has to hold up The Friendship Farm, he will do it. He says it will take a while for Gentleman Jervis to return, but he will be the one who will get him there.

It is announced that Jack Banning and "The Golden Boy" Jordan Clearwater have been suspended by the United Wrestling Network until Coastline Clash, when they will face each other in a Last Man Standing Match. It is also announced that Ray Rosas is injured.

Jack Cartwright and Anthony Idol vs. Levi Shapiro and Honest John is a no-contest after Anthony Idol turns on Jack Cartwright and shakes hands with Howdy Price.

Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for April 24, 2020

The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Big E) show up to start tonight's show. Kofi and Big E celebrate their SmackDown Tag Team Championship win from last week in the ring, and Kofi credits their eighth tag team title reign to Big E, who says there is nothing like having the tag team titles again. Kofi announces that The New Day now have more tag team title reigns than The Hart Foundation, The British Bulldogs, The New Age Outlaws, Demolition, Edge & Christian and that their names are etched together alongside the best in wrestling history. As Big E says that they have more championships than future Tampa Bay Buccaneer Tom Brady, Gran Metalik and Lince Dorado of The Lucha House Party show up to congratulate The New Day while lamenting that they have not gotten a shot at the titles. Suddenly, The Miz and John Morrison show up. The Miz says that The New Day are acting like legitimate champions despite winning the title in a singles match, and Morrison says The New Day has never beaten them as a team. As The Miz says The New Day are not deserving of the title, Metalik and Dorado butt in, and before they can say what they just said in English, The Forgotten Sons (Jaxson Ryker, Wesley Blake, Steve Cutler) show up. Steve Cutler introduces The Forgotten Sons to The Miz, and says he will remember their names as they take over the SmackDown tag team division and make it forgotten no more. Miz butts in, but Ryker reminds him that he has played a Marine in the movie while he is a real-life Marine. He also says that The Forgotten Sons can be described as savages that sometimes you'll never see coming. This starts a brawl. Miz and Morrison retreat as The Forgotten Sons lay waste to The New Day and The Lucha House Party in the ring.

We look back on Triple H's debut year of 1995 as "The Connecticut Blue Blood" Hunter Hearst Helmsley.

Backstage, Renee Young interviews The Miz and John Morrison, who call The Lucha House Party "instigators" before saying that they will get a match and make everything right tonight.

King Corbin beats Drew Gulak to qualify for the men's Money In The Bank Ladder Match after Shinsuke Nakamura and Cesaro grab Daniel Bryan from behind the barricade and attack him, distracting Gulak and allowing Corbin to hit End of Days for the win. After the match, Cesaro and Nakamura hold Gulak down so that Corbin can strike Gulak with his scepter.

It is announced that Rob Gronkowski is still prepared to defend the WWE 24/7 Championship despite no longer being retired from the NFL.

We look back at Money In The Bank 2014, where Seth Rollins take a tumble down onto a ladder thanks to Kofi Kingston.

Sheamus beats Daniel Vidot.

We look back on Jeff Hardy's life and career in WWE with Chapter Three, "The Redemption." Next week is Chapter Four, "The Comeback."

We look back on D-Generation X's attempted takeover of WCW Monday Nitro in Norfolk, Virginia from April 1998.

Before the next match, Sheamus confronts Michael Cole and rips his headset apart while looking down scornfully at him.

The Lucha House Party (Lince Dorado and Gran Metalik) get a surprise roll-up win against The Miz and John Morrison.

Sasha Banks is seen carrying a small black-and-white sign of Lacey Evans' daughter Summer on her way to the ring before the next match.

Lacey Evans beats Sasha Banks to qualify for the women's Money In The Bank Ladder Match when Bayley's interference attempts backfire in a major way, causing the referee to fail to count a roll-up attempt and Sasha Banks to be angry at Bayley for interfering. After the match, Tamina shows up and superkicks Bayley as Bayley and Sasha make their way back up the ramp.

We see a video package documenting the history between Bray Wyatt and Braun Strowman.

Next week: Otis vs. Dolph Ziggler and Mandy Rose vs. Carmella in Money In The Bank qualifying matches!

Backstage, Dana Brooke talks with Carmella. Carmella says that even though she has a Money In The Bank qualifier next week and that she has been inspired by Dana, her main focus - and what should be Dana's - is on tonight and the women's tag team titles.

We look back on Triple H's quadriceps injury from May 2001 and his return in the 2002 Royal Rumble.

Alexa Bliss and Nikki Cross retain the WWE Women's Tag Team Championships against Carmella and Dana Brooke.

Next week: Daniel Bryan vs. King Corbin!

Triple H shows up. He is denied a water bottle on the way to the ring. As Triple H says he cannot believe that he has been in WWE for 25 years, "The Heartbreak Kid" Shawn Michaels shows up. Shawn says there is no celebration without him, and after some social distancing, Shawn says he has sent out hundreds of invitations to his closest friends, loved ones and people who care about him, and they are all here for him. After it becomes obvious that almost nobody else is in the Performance Center, Shawn tells Triple H he's still got it and packing them in before thanking him for his one 25th anniversary show from a few years back. As Triple H says it is hard to pick a favorite moment, Shawn then says he never had one, and Triple H says that heads are about to roll before Shawn brings up the formation of D-Generation X and how everything they did worked. We then see a video package of D-Generation X's "not-so-great moments," which consists of gag reels and bloopers of pre-recorded promos as well as funny in-ring moments. After admitting that not everything was done in one take, Shawn says that slip-ups didn't stop Triple H's accomplishments from eclipsing his own before a video package of Triple H's WrestleMania losses is played. Nevertheless, Triple H says this makes him want to thank a lot of people, and without those people, his career would be nothing. Shawn then mentions Triple H meeting Stephanie McMahon when Triple H's cell phone rings. Triple H gets a call from Stephanie, who says that she is watching and that it is everything they could ask for when she noticed Shawn talk about her. Shawn proceeds to mock her, and Triple H is forced to hang up on her and tell Shawn she says hi. Shawn and Triple H then talk about "The Nature Boy" Ric Flair, who calls Triple H to tell him that he is proud of him and hoping he is having a great time before telling him not to let Shawn superkick him at the end of the segment. After Ric Flair hangs up, Triple H's phone rings again. After the commercial break, "Road Dogg" Jesse James is calling Triple H, unaware that the show is live. After that call, Shawn mentions "the Katie Vick segment." All of a sudden, WWE Chairman Vince McMahon shows up. Vince congratulates Triple H on 25 years in WWE, and says that he would give a great big hug and that everyone would be standing around the ring under normal circumstances before mentioning the Katie Vick segment, saying it was pretty bad and in poor taste. After initially likening his performance to The Gobbledygooker's debut at Survivor Series 1990, he then likens it to Bayley's "This Is Your Life" segment - even though the segment's failure had nothing to do with Bayley - before both men say that they love each other and Vince says he loves Triple H and Shawn before saying their performance is "god-awful." He then says good night and leaves before demanding that everything be shut down. The lights then go out on the Performance Center bit by bit, then rickets can be heard before the arena is completely dark. This ends the show.

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

205:Alive - 205 Live recap for April 24, 2020

This week's episode is another edition of "The Matches That Made Me," time time starring Ariya Daivari.

Ariya Daivari starts with Bret "The Hit Man" Hart vs. "Stone Cold" Steve Austin from Survivor Series 1996, saying that Austin was his favorite Superstar growing up and that he had plenty of fantastic matches in WWE.

Ariya Daivari then looks back on his Anything Goes Match against Oney Lorcan from the July 9, 2019 episode of 205 Live.

Friday Night's Main Event - Main Event recap for April 24, 2020

Asuka beats Catalina with the Asuka Lock.

Humberto Carrillo beats Shelton Benjamin with an inside cradle.

Worlds Collide - Recap for April 24, 2019

Mia Yim guests on commentary for this episode.

Candice LeRae beats Kay Lee Ray.

Piper Niven beats Zelina Vega.

Sonya Deville beats Io Shirai.

Toni Storm retains the NXT UK Women's Championship against Nikki Cross and Bianca Belair in a Triple Threat Match.

Generation NXT - NXT recap for April 24, 2019

Jaxson Ryker vs. Humberto Carrillo ends when Ryker mercilessly assaults Carrillo in the crowd. After the match, Oney Lorcan and Danny Burch confront The Forgotten Sons (Ryker, Wesley Blake, Steve Cutler) with steel chairs. Blake and Cutler have to physically restrain Ryker.

Backstage, Adam Cole says that Johnny Gargano is scared of him and that Roderick Strong will beat Gargano at to a pulp. Suddenly, Matt Riddle is seen laughing at Cole and saying that Cole is jealous of Strong getting a match with Gargano. This almost leads to a confrontation, but Cole walks away.

Candice LeRae's partner is revealed to be Kacy Catanzaro.

Candice LeRae and Kacy Catanzaro beat Vanessa Borne and Aliyah.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Io Shirai, who condemns what "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler did when she is suddenly attacked by Jessamyn Duke and Marina Shafir before Baszler kicks her in the face.

KUSHIDA debuts next week!

General Manager William Regal says it took a lot of hard work to sign KUSHIDA, and that it is the most exciting thing to happen in NXT. Suddenly, Kassius Ohno shows up. Regal congratulates Ohno on his work in NXT UK, and Ohno congratulates Regal on signing KUSHIDA before stating nobody knows the Japanese style better than him and proposes a match between him and KUSHIDA. After Ohno leaves, Regal announces that KUSHIDA will face Kassius Ohno in his NXT debut next week.

The Viking Raiders (Ivar and Erik) - still going by the name War Raiders (Hanson and Rowe) in this match - beat Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) in an all-out match.

Backstage, Mia Yim admts that "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler is unstoppable and that she learned about herself and Shayna in their match together. She wants another shot at stopping Shayna and proving why she is a threat to her.

Johnny Gargano beats Roderick Strong. During the match, Adam Cole shows up to distract Gargano, and when Bobby Fish and Kyle O'Reilly show up, Matt Riddle shows up from behind and fights them off as Gargano grabs Cole. Cole tries to hit Gargano with an enziguri from the outside, but accidentally nails Strong, allowing Gargano to hit the slingshot DDT for the win. After the match, Cole tries to iron things out with Strong.