Generation NXT - NXT recap for December 23, 2025

Lola Vice beats Izzi Dame after Tatum Paxley suddenly appears with a chainsaw. After the match, Lola is attacked from behind by Kelani Jordan.

Jordynne Grace is watching Thea Hail's win from last week when Thea shows up. Thea Hail thanks Jordynne and says that she will address the fans, still not feeling like her championship win is real, then thanks Jordynne again for standing up for her against Blake Monroe.

Backstage, "All Ego" Ethan Page runs into Myles Borne, who says that he could have the match against him that Leon Slater does if he had just made a small change, then tells him that NXT is a pool full of great whites and tells him up to move up or move out. He also tells Myles that he gets to watch a real champion take care of business and beat one of Total Nonstop Action's best.

Thea Hail heads to the ring. She admits that last week was a little controversial and that she still cannot believe that she won, and while she has heard about what it is like to be a champion, it never prepared her to be one. She says that she grew up in front of the fans since she showed up as a high school senior and that she has been through a lot, and while people doubted her, she believed in herself and became a champion. Thea Hail says that with the Women's North American Championship, she finally feels like "a grown ass woman," and as she wants to celebrate with everyone, Blake Monroe shows up and calls Thea's win a fluke and a mistake. She says that she now has to deal with that mistake, and she now wants the title back. Thea tells her she lost, but Blake says the ref had no idea what she was doing. Thea gives Blake her rematch for New Year's Evil, but Blake punches her in the face. This starts a brawl that referees have to break up.

We see a video package for Eli Knight from Evolve (and formerly from Reality of Wrestling), and Tavion Heights, as they both face off in the Speed Championship Tournament.

Backstage, Sarah Schreiber interviews Zaria and Sol Ruca. Sol Ruca says that you cannot control the waves, but you can learn how to ride them. While she has lost two championships, she beat Bayley in front of millions of fans and is lucky to be friends with Zaria. Sol Ruca hopes to beat Chelsea Green tonight and become a champion again. Zaria says that Sol Ruca deserves to be a champion again and that she will be in her corner.

Tavion Heights beats Eli Knight to advance in the WWE Speed Championship Tournament.

Backstage, Blake Monroe is met by Jackson Drake, and she also meets Swipe Right (Brad Baylor and "The Smoke Show" Ricky Smokes). The three of them give her some Christmas presents and tell her that she should still be champion, and that she will win her title back. When they entertain the idea of Thea Hail still holding the Women's North American Championship, Blake tells them to get out of her face, but leave the presents.

Backstage, Kelly Kincaid interviews Leon Slater and Oba Femi. On the subject of 2025, Oba Femi says that he had a fantastic year and even corrected the one blemish in, then says that he is not here to rule NXT, but to rule WWE, and that "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes and the fans felt a shift in the universe. Oba then says that Leon Slater will also feel that shift. Slater says he is walking into the biggest match of his life against Oba Femi, and that his life had a void that was filled by professional wrestling since he was a kid. He also talks about how he was the only man in the house growing up with just a mother and a sister, then says that he has made moments and history and that he will soon make another moment. Oba tells Slater that his story will not have a happy ending, but Slater says that he is not one for trash talk and that they will find out who speaks louder.

General Manager Ava is in the ring with members of security. She introduces Je'Von Evans first, then introduces Ricky Saints. Security stands between them as Saints says that Je'Von does not have the emotional intelligence to carry a brand and should be more like him, but Je'Von says that Saints is jealous of his success. Saints says he can do it all, but Je'Von says that the General Managers of Raw and SmackDown want him on their shows and he was on John Cena's last show while Saints was not even thought about. As Saints and Je'Von are about to throw down, Ava puts them in one last one-on-one match to prove who is better for the last time.

Backstage, Fatal Influence (Jacy Jayne, Fallon Henley, Lainey Reid) show up and mock Kendal Grey and Wren Sinclair. Both sides have a war of words before Javy Jayne says that Kendal Grey is not on her level and challenging Wren Sinclair to a match to warm up. Wren Sinclair accepts the challenge.
Shiloh Hill and Skylar Raye beat Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo and Arianna Grace in a Christmas Chaos Match.

Backstage, General Manager Ava meets with DarkState (Dion Lennox, Cutler James, Saquon Shugars, Osiris Griffin), and Dion Lennox wants Joe Hendry after Hendry cost him a title shot.. Hendry appears, and things nearly come to blows until Ava tells them not to fight in her office. DarkState leaves, with Cutler James telling Joe Hendry to keep his head on a swivel, as they will be watching.. Joe Hendry proposes a concert for next week, which Ava approves.

Backstage, Kelly Kincaid interviews OTM (Bronco Nima and Lucien Price). As they state that Hank Walker and Tank Walker will see them again, The Vanity Project (Brad Baylor, "The Smoke Show" Ricky Smoke, Jackson Drake) show up and interrupt them. OTM almost beats them up for the interruption.

Lexis King beats Andre Chase to advance in the WWE Speed Championship Tournament.

Backstage, Myles Borne meets with Tavion Heights. As Myles Borne considers "All Ego" Ethan Page's advice as they talk about next year, Hank Walker and Tank Ledger show up and says that if they keep going the way they're going, they will get to where they want to go.

Chelsea Green retains the WWE Women's United States Championship against Sol Ruca after "All Ego" Ethan Page puts Chelsea Green's foot on the rope during a pinfall attempt by Sol Ruca. Zaria confronts Ethan, who soon gets beaten up by Moose, and within the confusion, Alba Fyre stops the Sol Snatcher, allowing Chelsea Green to hit the Un-Pretty-Her to win and retain. After the match, Alba hits Chelsea and Alba with a double Spear, and Sol Ruca hits Chelsea and Alba with a double Sol Snatcher.

Here are the highlights for tonight's show!

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

Raw Deal - Raw recap for December 23, 2024

Drew McIntyre heads to the ring to start tonight's show. McIntyre talks about how he went home because a close family member passed away after his Hell In A Cell match, and mentions that not a single person asked him if he was okay. He also says his brother would not stab in the back for his spot like a lot of the locker room. He also says that he does not believe Sami Zane when he says that Roman Reigns is a changed man, and says he has given so much time only to be told to go screw himself. He says he will give no more for anyone and will start taking. He also says that anyone who sides with Roman Reigns or CM Punk, or has wronged him, should sleep with one eye open before Sami shows up and says that everyone just thought that McIntyre was just recovering from a brutal Hell In A Cell match. Sami says he has gone through everything that McIntyre has had to go through, and that they chose this path and chose to be WWE Superstars. He also says that the fans have a story much like theirs. He says that the fans go through their struggles and losses like they do without pointing the finger, and says that the people made McIntyre and did not forget him. Sami says that just because McIntyre is mad does not make him special and that what he or The Usos (Jimmy and "Main Event" Jey Uso) do have nothing to do with him, but if McIntyre wants to stay angry, nobody will stop him and he will have no problem being McIntyre's problem. McIntyre says his anger comes from a place of pain and wants to know why Sami wants this fight when he has never beaten him and he is not 100%, then suggests that Sami walk back to his family and leave the arena, for he is the least of his worries. Sami admits that McIntyre is right about having his number and that he is not 100%, and while he should rest and recover with his family, he would rather fight McIntyre, and punches McIntyre in the face. McIntyre fights back, and Jey Uso shows up as McIntyre readies the Claymore. Sami and Jey clothesline McIntyre out of the ring following a thrust kick from Jey.

Backstage, General Manager Adam Pearce is met by Pure Fusion Collective (Sonya Deville, Zoey Stark, "The Queen of Spades" Sonya Deville). Sonya Deville says she wants the opening in the Women's Intercontinental Championship Tournament, but Pearce says he has filled the vacancy they caused with Iyo Sky.

Iyo Sky - replacing Kairi Sane - beats Natalya and Alba Fyre to advance in the WWE Women's Intercontinental Championship Tournament.

Backstage, Finn Balor is irritated with not having any championship gold for Christmas to the misery of the rest of The Judgment Day (JD McDonagh, "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio, Carlito, Liv Morgan, Raquel Rodriguez), and Dominik Mysterio says he will get a match with Damian Priest, saying that he has a plan.

Backstage, Sami Zayn thanks "Main Event" Jey Uso for having his back. Jey says he had to get revenge on Drew McIntyre for dropping him weeks ago, but Sami says he started something with Drew and he has to finish it.

Chad Gable beats Akira Tozawa with the ankle lock. After the match, Gable refuses to let go of the hold, and Otis grabs Gable and throws him to break the hold. Julius and Brutus Creed stand with Gable, but the three of them soon retreat when Otis refuses to stand down.

Backstage, The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods) are met by "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio, who says that even though he hated Big E, "that was just crazy." Woods calls Dominik "a broke-ass Tom Selleck." Dominik says "Tom Selleck wishes."

Damian Priest beats "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio by disqualification after being attacked by Finn Balor on the outside. This is after attacking JD McDonagh disguised as Santa Claus in the front row and finding Carlito underneath the ring and beating him up as well. The numbers game takes over, but The War Raiders (Ivar and Erik) show up to even the numbers and save Priest, who tosses McDonagh out of the ring and attacks Finn Balor. Together, they and Priest clean house. Priest then raises The War Raiders' hands.

In footage from this past weekend, Jackie Redmond interviews Seth "Freakin'" Rollins. Rollins says he has tried to explain how he felt about CM Punk many times over the years, saying CM Punk needs WWE and not the other way around, and that it eats away at him and he cannot let it go. He says he has to have this fight with CM Punk after seeing him hand-in-hand with Roman Reigns and becoming viscerally angry, and that he wants the fans as well as CM Punk to see this anger. Rollins says there will be a side to him that nobody has ever seen and that he must "extract this demon from [his] soul" or else he is going down.

Dexter Lumis beats The Miz by disqualification after Akam and Rezar attack him on the outside. After the match, Dexter is surrounded by The Final Testament (Karrion Kross, Scarlett, Akam, Rezar) when the lights go out and the rest of The Wyatt Sicks (Erick Rowan, Joe Gacy, Nikki Cross) show up when they come back on. The Wyatt Sicks clean house in the ring quickly.

The War Raiders (Ivar and Erik) are met by Damian Priest backstage. Ivar admits they have not always seen eye-to-eye, but there is honor between them, and they owed Priest after last week. Priest says that if they go to war with The Judgment Day, he will go to war with them.

The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods) suddenly show up and want to know why everyone hates them, and also confront Joe Tessitore for talking about them. Woods says that Wade Barrett is not man enough to lace his boots up like Big E. The New Day then get in the ring, and Kofi says they could have beaten Big E up, but they did not. Woods wants to know why the fans are so upset, and Kofi says tonight was supposed to be a homecoming for him and his mother, who is in the front row. Woods says they gave the fans the ten best years of their lives, but stops speaking as he continues to be booed. Kofi apologizes to his mother, saying she did not come here for this and asks for a hug. Kofi's mother gets up from her seat and gives him the business for what he did to Big E, then refuses to hug him and walks off.

Backstage, The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods) are met by Rey Mysterio. Rey says he thought about what Kofi said last week and apologizes, saying he could have handled things differently, and says he has the responsibility to help everyone as much as he can. He says that what they did to Big E was out of pocket, and says they should apologize, but Kofi says they did not do anything wrong, as does Woods. Rey then says "Don't say I didn't try," and tells them they are on their own and to get used to being told that they suck.

Drew McIntyre beats Sami Zayn. After the match, McIntyre continues to attack a downed Sami Zayn, then "Main Event" Jey Uso shows up, runs into the ring and hits McIntyre with a Spear. All of a sudden, he is shoved off the top rope by Tama Tonga, who is joined by Solo Sikoa and Jacob Fatu. McIntyre leaves the ring as Tama and Jacob attack Jey, but Jey avoids the hip attack by Jacob and superkicks Tama. Solo gets in the ring for a Samoan Spike, but Jey is able to avoid and counter before Jacob downs him. Solo is about to hit Jey with the Samoan Spike, but Sami stops him. Sami is soon overpowered, and Jacob hits him with the top rope moonsault before Solo finally nails Sami with the Samoan Spike. Solo Sikoa's Bloodline (Solo, Tama, Jacob) celebrates to end the show.

Here are the highlights for tonight's show!

Collision Course - Collision recap for December 23, 2023

"The American Dragon" Bryan Danielson vs. Claudio Castagnoli in the Blue League of the Continental Classic ends in a time-limit draw. Danielson and Claudio both earn one point. Danielson ends the tournament with ten points. Claudio ends the tournament with seven points. Danielson advances to the Blue League finals, while Claudio does not.

We see a recap of what has happened recently in the Gold League of the Continental Classic.

The Acclaimed ("Platinum" Max Caster, Anthony Bowens, "Daddy Ass" Billy Gunn) retain the AEW World Trios Championships against Action Andretti and Top Flight (Darius and Dante Martin) after Max Caster pulls the tights when he pins Andretti.

We hear from Hook, who says that if Powerhouse Hobbs wants to fight him by his rules for his title, then they can do it on his turf in New York next week at Worlds End.

"Limitless" Keith Lee beats "The Machine" Brian Cage after Prince Nana produces a cinderblock from underneath the ring. After the match, Keith Lee says that almost a year ago, someone took him out for almost two months with a cinderblock, and it appears that someone seems to be listening. He says that he has a house to tear down, and it will be brick by brick.

Backstage, Renee Paquette interviews Mariah May, Luther and "Timeless" Toni Storm. Mariah May says her American wrestling license has been approved and that she will debut soon, and asks Toni Storm for advice. Toni says winter is coming and she will be ready for Riho.

Christian Cage and "The Prodigy" Nick Wayne head to the ring. Christian addresses Shayna Wayne striking Adam Copeland with a chair, then says that while he could explain it, he will let Shayna explain it herself, and brings Shayna out. Shayna heads to the ring, then takes offense to being booed before stating that Nick Wayne is her son and that she watched Copeland smack a steel chair into his head, which she says led to the choice that she made to protect her son. She says that the one person who cares for her son as much as he does is Christian Cage. Christian says both Shayna and the world now knows that Adam Copeland is "a despicable human being" and "a piece of crap." Christian says Shayna worked low paying jobs for $40,000 a year to make Nick's dream come true and that Adam Copeland tried to take that dream away when his life was the same way, and he wishes Adam's mom was still alive to disown him. He says that Adam's anger issues made it so that their title match was a terrible night for Adam and a great night for him, and that he scored in another way with "Mother Wayne." He says that since his family is secure, he will accept Adam's invitaton to a fight, but he does not take Adam as a challenge for he has beaten him and is now on levels above everyone in the business. Christian Cage then says he will take Adam Copeland out back and deal with him one more time for all the single mothers.

Backstage, Lexy Nair interviews "Absolute" Ricky Starks and Big Bill. Big Bill says diverticulitis sounds "made up" and that Omega is afraid to face him, especially when his uncle Joe has gingivitis and is doing fine. As Starks says they are free to party in New York, Chris Jericho shows up and says he is not forfeiting anything. Chris Jericho says he still has a contract for a match and that he will find a tag team partner and take their titles, then tells Big Bill that his Uncle Joe sucks.

"Daddy Magic" Matt Menard guests on commentary for the next match.

Daniel Garcia beats Brody King with a jackknife pin in the Blue League of the Continental Classic and earns three points. Garcia ends the tournament with three points and is mathematically eliminated from winning. Brody King ends the tournament with six points. After the match, the lights go out, and when they come back on, Malakai Black and Buddy Matthews are holding Garcia down. Matt Menard gets in the ring only to get laid out by Matthews, and Malakai snaps Garcia's fingers. When Menard lays down on top of Garcia to protect him, FTR (Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler) shows up, and The House of Black (Malakai, Brody, Matthews) retreat. Dax Harwood then tells The House of Black that FTR accepts their challenge.

Before the next match, Thunder Rosa arrives in a Chevrolet low rider.

Abadon and Thunder Rosa beat Julia Hart and Skye Blue.

Eddie Kingston beats Andrade el Idolo in the Blue League of the Continental Classic and earns three points. Kingston ends the tournament with nine points. Andrade ends the tournament with nine points. Due to a head-to-head victory against Andrade, Eddie Kingston goes on to face "The American Dragon" Bryan Danielson - who shows up to stare down Eddie Kingston at the end of the show - in the Blue League finals.

Memphis Thing - Memphis Wrestling recap for December 23, 2023

Dustin Starr interviews Ellsworth Enterprises (Matt Williams, Storybook Prince Gaston, "The Goddess of the Night" Nyxx) at the announce desk. Nyxx says this is the holiday season and that she has a gift for the fans. She then takes a ceremonial sword and knights Matt Williams and Storybook Prince Gaston as "Sir Matthew" and "Lord Gaston" respectively, which makes her "Queen of Memphis Wrestling." As a bonus gift, she renames Ellsworth Enterprises "The Nyxx Network." Sir Matthew says that she has a wife and kids, but winning the tag team titles with Gaston was the greatest moment of his life.

Backstage, Mikey - now with a very clean look, a three-piece suit and calling himself "Michael" - shows up wanting to help King Cobra. King Cobra says he will think about it.

We see a strange vignette of Christmas imagery and static. Images of The Twins of Salem can also be seen as a voice states to guard against decay.

The Twins of Salem (Jacksyn Crowley and Abel Booker) beat The Top Guns (Brandon Barretta and Joe Vinetti).

Memphis Wrestling wishes everyone a merry Christmas and a happy new year.

Backstage, Terrence Ward interviews Ray Ray Sanders, who admits that while he has been feeling down and has let everyone down, he is still willing to fight, and he will enter the Grind City Rumble.

Dustin Starr interviews Big John Dalton at the announce desk. Big John Dalton says he cannot imagine celebrating Christmas any other way than with the fans, then produces Reverend Ash Taylor's to produce some "gifts" for Reverend Ash Taylor.

"Main Event" Brad Skimahorn guests on commentary for the next match.

Big Nasty Phil beats Jay Smooth, Big John Dalton and "Righteous" Ryan Rembrandt in a Christmas Chaos Match following interference by "Main Event" Brad Skimahorn.

We see footage of U-Gene meeting "Handsome" Jimmy Valiant at the WrestleCenter.

Dustin Starr interviews "Handsome" Jimmy Valiant - dressed as "Boogie Claus" - at the announce desk after Boogie Claus gives out gifts to the fans. Jimmy Valiant says Memphis wrestling is in his heart and soul and will be in him forever, and thanks Dustin Starr for bringing it back. As he thanks the Memphis fans for being the best fans, Van Viciouss and "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock show up. Blaylock wants to know what Jimmy Valiant is here when he has "retired more times than Garth Brooks", then brings out "the real Santa Claus," who is really some guy dressed like Jimmy Valiant trying to make fun of Jimmy. Jimmy Valiant things brings out "All the Way" Ray Collins as back-up, and Ray Collins challenges Van Viciouss to a match.

"All The Way" Ray Collins beats Van Viciouss with a schoolkid pin after "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock gets on the apron and distracts Collins only for Jimmy Valiant to get him and put him to sleep while fending off the fake Jimmy Valiant. After the match, Blaylock - and the fake Jimmy Valiant - suffer the ignominy of having their pants fall down as they and Van Vicouss head to the back, with the fake Jimmy Valiant wearing an obvious diaper.

Dustin Starr interviews matchmaker King Cobra at the announce desk. King Cobra says that he has a Christmas present for everybody, and announces that the first match of 2024 will be a Triple Threat Match for the Memphis Heritage Championship. All of a sudden, The Posse (Simon and Mr. Chris) show up. Simon says "Merry Christmas" to King Cobra before he and Mr. Chris jump King Cobra. Security tries in vain to stop the attack, and Simon hits Kin Cobra with the eye with a spiked shoulder pad. The Posse then grabs a member of security by the hair so that Simon can powerbomb him. Dustin Starr leaves commentary and heads to the ring as The Posse are told to leave just after Simon chokes out a referee.

Holiday Bash - AEW Rampage recap for December 23, 2022

Top Flight (Darius and Dante Martin) and AR Fox last eliminate Claudio Castagnoli to win the $300,000 Three Kings Trios Holiday Battle Royale.

Eddie Kingston and Ortiz head to the ring. Eddie says that they have been seeing The House of Black (Malakai Black, Brody King, Buddy Matthews) beating people up and mentions them laying out Ortiz, then says that he wants to fight them right now before calling them out. The House of Black appear on the video screen. Malakai Black says "all in due time," then says that if the enemy of his enemy is his friend, and the friend of his enemy is influenced by him, would he be his enemy, too. Eddie Kingston and Ortiz try to figure out what Malakai Black meant by that, and are confused.

Backstage, Renee Paquette interviews Daniel Garcia and Sammy Guevara. Daniel Garcia admits he does not like Sammy Guevara, but if Chris Jericho wants them to be together, he will make an effort. Sammy Guevara calls Daniel Garcia "a professional tight-ass" and hugs him, and tells him that as the new year approaches, they will do great things.

Jade Cargill beats Vertvixen in a TBS Championship Eliminator Match and goes 45-0.

We hear from Ruby Soho, who says that she beat Dr. Britt Baker, D.M.D., but Anna Jay attacked her as she had her moment. Ruby then says that she has some back-up in the form on Willow Nightingale.

We hear from Wardlow, who says that he finds it funny that Samoa Joe calls himself a king when he did not even beat him to take his crown. He then says that next week, the games come to an end.

Backstage, Powerhouse Hobbs is seen pressing someone against a wall.

Mark Henry interviews "Daddy Ass" Billy Gunn, Anthony Bowens, "Platinum" Max Caster, Jeff Jarrett, Jay Lethal, Sonjay Dutt and Satnam Singh. Sonjay Dutt says that Jeff Jarrett and Jeff Jarrett will take Anthony Bowens and Billy Gunn out. Jay Lethal says they will prove they are the better wrestlers, but Billy Gunn says he knows the game Jarrett plays, and Anthony Bowens says they will kick their asses all over Texas.

Jeff Jarrett and Jay Lethal beat Anthony Bowens and "Daddy Ass" Billy Gunn after Sonjay Dutt hits Billy Gunn with a low blow behind the referee's back.

Friday Night's Main Event - Main Event recap for December 23, 2022

Cedric Alexander beats Andre Chase.

We see a video package for Axiom, who debuts on Main Event tonight.

Backstage, Axiom is met by Mustafa Ali, who accuses Axiom of disrespecting him before telling him he was just joking. Axiom tells Mustafa he has nothing but respect for him, then offers to shake his hand. Mustafa tells Axiom he will shake his hand in the ring, but he will have to earn his respect.

Mustafa Ali beats Axiom. After the match, Mustafa raises Axiom's hand in a sign of respect.

THE NXT LVL - NXT LVL UP recap for December 23, 2022

Charlie Demspey (whose name is spelled "Charlie Dempsy" on the chyron) beats Myles Borne.

In backstage footage from earlier today, Kelly Kincaid interviews Dani Palmer. Dani says being in WWE is an absolute dream, especially after coming from a small town with an acrobatics background. She feels that everything before she came to WWE has prepared her for this moment, and she cannot wait to prove herself on LVL Up.

Sol Ruca beats Dani Palmer with the flipping cutter from the corner from her last match in LVL UP, which is now known as the "Sol Snatcher."

Trick Williams beats Hank Walker.

Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for December 23, 2022

The Bloodline head to the ring to start the show. Paul Heyman declares that The Bloodline will have two big weeks back-to-back after The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) retain the undisputed tag team titles before Solo Sikoa takes out Sheamus and Roman Reigns and Sami Zayn smash Kevin Owens and John Cena. Roman Reigns says that there is money to be made in smashing Owens and Cena because smashing people is what he does, then says he wonders what Sami Zayn is going to do as he looks frustrated. Sami says he always wanted a little respect, and that he found that - and family - in The Bloodline, and now everyone loves him. He says this should put him on top of the world, but he has a black cloud over his head and it is Kevin Owens. He says that his moment last week was ruined by Owens' existence and the fact that his name is connected to his, and says that Owens has a problem with him. He also says Owens is trying to bring John Cena back to upstage The Bloodline, but The Bloodline is the show. Sami Zayn says The Bloodline will rip John Cena and Kevin Owens apart, for when they step up, they get smashed, and they will acknowledge the Tribal Chief.

The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) retain the WWE Undisputed Tag Team Championships against Hit Row (Top Dolla and Ashante "Thee" Adonis).

Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews Ludwig Kaiser and Giovanni Vinci. Kaiser says their match is an abomination and a mockery of what they do, and Vinci says Braun Strowman and Ricochet are rejects and freaks who belong in a circus. Kaiser says that tonight, they will bring honor back to the ring and what they do.

Raquel Rodriguez beats Emma, Tegan Nox, Xia Li, Liv Morgan and Sonya Deville in a gauntlet match despite an injured left arm to become #1 contender for the WWE SmackDown Women's Championship. After the match, Ronda Rousey tells Raquel to wipe the smile off her face, as she still has one more opponent: Shayna Baszler, who goes after Raquel's left arm, tearing off the cast and stomping the injured arm. Raquel rolls Shayna up with a schoolkid pin, and she manages to beat Shayna and survive.

Bray Wyatt heads to the ring. Bray says that heading to the ring to speak to the fans is the hardest thing in the world for him to do, and that he will never truly understand why people are excited to see him, as he presents his truest self to the fans. He says that L.A. Knight owes him an apology and that nobody, including L.A. Knight, listened to him. Bray says he is not and never was Uncle Howdy, then loses his train of thought and crouches in the middle of the ring before dropping the microphone. He then attacks a cameraman who gets in the ring, and Adam Pearce and officials have to get the cameraman away from Bray.

Rey Mysterio beats Angel Garza as Karrion Kross and Scarlett watch from the crowd.

Backstage, we hear from Ricochet and Braun Strowman. Ricochet says Ludwig Kaiser and Giovanni Vinci do nothing but talk, and after Ricochet mentions how they said they belong in a circus, Strowman says "Maybe we do," then says they will show who runs the big top.

Backstage, Karrion Kross and Scarlett are confronted by Emma. Emma confronts them for disrespecting Rey Mysterio, then slaps Emma for calling Riddick Moss a fool. Kross stops Scarlett, then tells Emma she has no idea what she has just done.

We see a video package of John Cena's 20-year career in the ring and on the screen.

We see another vignette of Lacey Evans, who is in combat training with other Marines. It is then announced that she is in action next week.

Ricochet and Braun Strowman beat Imperium (Ludwig Kaiser and Braun Strowman) in a Miracle on 34th Street Fight that sees The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods) kick Imperium in the crotch while dressed as nutcrackers, a ballerina in a box that dances away and Strowman reviving Ricochet with a kiss under the mistletoe by ring announcer Samantha Irvin.

Final Impact - Impact Wrestling recap for December 23, 2021

In a match from Impact Provincial Wrestling Federation after Winter War '84, DJ 2Large (Moose) beats Pelvis Wesley (Heath) in the BTI Match after Wesley inadvertently knocks Colonel E. Corn (John E. Bravo) off the ring apron after DJ 2Large ducks.

Scott D'Amore and Josh Mathews host a 2021 "best-of" episode. Matches and memories include:

Rich Swann, Moose and Chris Sabin vs. Kenny Omega and The Good Brothers ("The Big LG" Doc Gallows and "Machine Gun" Karl Anderson) from Hard To Kill

Backstage, Chris Sabin talks with Jordynne Grace about the Knockouts Ultimate X match, saying the secret to winning is upper body strength. After Sabin asks Jordynne how many pull-ups she can do, she does them for a straight hour. Sabin admits he lost count, but tells Jordynne "I think you're ready."

We look back on the debuts of 2021.

The Good Brothers ("The Big LG" Doc Gallows and "Machine Gun" Karl Anderson) vs. FinJuice (Juice Robinson and David Finlay) for the Impact World Tag Team Championships from Rebellion

The Tag Team of the Year is The Good Brothers ("The Big LG" Doc Gallows and "Machine Gun" Karl Anderson). Gallows says the year ahead will bring the team titles and more awards.

Kenny Omega vs. Rich Swann for the AEW and Impact World Championships from Rebellion

We hear from Deonna Purrazzo and Matthew Rehwoldt. Purrazzo says that after last week, her title rematch against Mickie James is a Texas Death Match, but she can adapt, as she regained the Knockouts title in a no-disqualification match. As Deonna says she could adapt and retain the Knockouts title time and again, she asks if Mickie can also adapt before stating that she will become champion. She also says that when she gets her hands on Mickie at Hard To Kill, it will make ending Mickie's reign that much sweeter.

The Knockouts Match of the Year is Mickie James vs. Deonna Purrazzo for the Impact Knockouts Championship at Bound For Glory.

Backstage, Trey Miguel tries to meet with Scott D'Amore. Gail Kim meets with him, and Trey tells her he wants a match with Steve Maclin to prove he can beat him and retain the X Division title. Gail Kim makes the match official for Hard To Kill.

We see another vignette for Masha Slamovich.

We hear from Matt Cardona, who says that he came to Impact for the Impact World Championship and that he needs this opportunity, and that nobody will stand in his way because this is his moment. He says that the Matt Cardona that will show up at Hard To Kill be the Matt Cardona that has waited eighteen years for his shot.

"The Walking Weapon" Josh Alexander vs. TJP vs. "Inevitable" Ace Austin for the Impact X Division Championship from Rebellion

We hear from The Good Brothers ("The Big LG" Doc Gallows and "Machine Gun" Karl Anderson) and Violent By Design (Eric Young, Joe Doering, Deaner). Gallows says he and Anderson could not thing of a more violent trio to team with. Eric Young says this is only a temporary partnership, but they do not like their opponents even more and that at Hard to Kill, the violence they deal will be permanent.

The six-way match for the Impact Digital Media Championship from Bound For Glory

The Knockout of the Year is Deonna Purrazzo. Deonna talks about how she was champion for almost all of the year and waved the Impact banner around the world, and says that Knockouts Championship or not, she is the greatest and that we are in "The Age of the Virtuosa."

"The Walking Weapon" Josh Alexander vs. Christian Cage for the Impact World Championship from Bound For Glory, and the aftermath where Moose calls his shot and wins the title

Generation NXT UK - NXT UK recap for December 23, 2021

Nina Samuels introduces everyone to tonight's show, which is a 2021 "best-of" episode. Matches and memories include:

The 30-minute Iron Man Match between Jordan Devlin and A-Kid, August 4, 2021

Noam Dar winning the NXT UK Heritage Cup Championship

A-Kid, Amale, Oliver Carter, Ashton Smith, Kenny Williams, Jack Starz, Wolfgang, NXT UK refree Chip Danning, Rohan Raja, and "The Bomber" Dave Mastiff wish everyone a merry Christmas.

A special New Year's edition of NXT UK airs next week!

Meiko Satomura vs. Kay Lee Ray for the NXT UK Women's Championship, June 10, 2021

In two weeks: Blair Davenport vs. Meiko Satomura for the NXT UK Women's Championship!

Nathan Frazer, Saxon Huxley, Eddie Dennis, Xia Brookside, Sha Samuels, Sam Gradwell, and Ilja Dragunov wish everyone a merry Christmas.

AEW Holiday Bash - Dynamite recap for December 23, 2020

The Inner Circle (Chris Jericho and MJF) beat Top Flight (Dante and Darius Martin) after Jake Hager pulls Darius Martin off the ropes on a springboard move from the outside. After the match, Jake Hager says it has been two weeks since The Inner Circle came together as a team, and since then, they have won, because every member of the group has done their job except for Wardlow. Hager says that Inner Circle is the real family business, and says that while Wardlow is an asset, he is also an asshole. Hager then announces that he has spoken with Tony Khan and has gotten a match with Wardlow for next week.

We see a music video from The Acclaimed for a song called "Buck Hunt," where Max Caster makes fun of them for quitting Twitter and accuses them of kissing wrestling journalist Dave Meltzer's ass for star ratings.

Tony Schiavone interviews Sting in the ring. Sting says he knows he has come full circle with his return to "the jungle" and TNT, and he is happy to see that "the jungle" is still thriving and alive and that he can still be a part of it. Sting says that he remembers "looking for the break" and watching a match with Dusty Rhodes, and he remembers Dusty giving him a more colorful appearance and putting him in a match with Ric Flair. He then says that when he saw Cody Rhodes in the ring and what he was doing in AEW, he just could not stay away and wanted to be a part of it. Suddenly, Team Taz shows up, and Taz says Sting is all about himself and that he is tired of Schiavone building him up. Ricky Starks also mentions that Sting keeps sticking his nose in their business, and says he will get hurt playing around in "this jungle." Taz says he has four hungry tigers ready to bite Sting's head off, and as they approach the ring, the lights go out. When they come back on, Darby Allin is in the ring. Taz decides to take the high road, and says that "The Machine" Brian Cage will tear Darby's head off when they square off for the TNT title in two weeks. Cage, not wanting to wait, has to be held back.

We hear from MJF, who meets with Proud 'n Powerful. MJF apologizes to Ortiz, saying that his grandfather recently passed from cancer and that he knows how hard it is and that he is here for him. Santana shakes his hand, and tells MJF to keep his head up. After Santana leaves, Ortiz also shakes his hand.

Jurassic Express (Luchasaurus, Jungle Boy, Marko Stunt) beats The Dark Order (Alan "5" Angels, Preston "10" Vance, Colt Cabana). After the match, Tony Schiavone interviews Jurassic Express. Marko Stunt says it feels good to be back on Dynamite, then FTR and Tully Blanchard show up on the video screen. Tully says they are the tag team of the year, and since Jurassic Express wants to beat them and make a name for themselves, they have two weeks to prepare. He says that business is now personal and that FTR is coming for the tag team gold, and that dinosaurs will not keep them down. Tully also tells Marko that if he gets involved, he will have a flashback from the '80s.

Backstage, Alex Marvez interviews Don Callis and Kenny Omega in a nearby hotel. Callis says he does not understand how Tony Khan lets wrestlers run amok in WWE, and says that it needs to stop, as Omega is world champion and they do not get dictated by talent. Omega tells Rey Fenix that he choked everywhere he has been as of late, and asks what will happen if he faces somebody who despises him, saying he may not just hurt him and will put him out for good before Impact Wrestling takes him back. Omega says guys like him get titles while he gets titles, and tells him he will see him next week at New Year's Smash.

Eddie Kingston guests on commentary for the next match.

PAC beats The Butcher after Lance Archer shows up and confronts Eddie Kingston, distracting The Butcher and allowing PAC to hit a superkick followed by the Black Arrow for the win.

We hear from Jade Cargill, who congratulates Brandi Rhodes on her new child, then says everything will be better with Brandi not being around. She then demands an opponent worthy of her time after Shaquille O'Neil called out Cody Rhodes, and says time is ticking.

Tony Schiavone interviews Kip Sabian and Miro. Sabian says his wedding with Penelope Ford will be a big deal for the fans, as they cannot wait for their wedding after seeing their support. Before he can announces when the wedding will take place, Best Friends' (Chuck Taylor, Trent, Orange Cassidy) entrance theme plays, then it is revealed to be a joke before the video screen shows Trent being put in an ambulance, with Orange Cassidy and Chuck Taylor joining him on the ride. It is then announced that the wedding will be a beach wedding and it will take place at Beach Break on February 3rd.

"The Natural" Dustin Rhodes beats Evil Uno. After the match, Dustin Rhodes rejects Evil Uno's offer to join The Dark Order and hits him with a pump kick. Stu Grayson lays out Rhodes, and he and Evil Uno take out Lee Johnson and QT Marshall when they try to assist. Johnson gets back up, however, and hits them with a double drop kick.

Tony Schiavone interviews Shawn Spears. Spears says he is more talented than 95% of the roster as well as everyone else, and says that management has pushed him into a slot where he isn't and into a road that he has been down before. When Schiavone asks him if he has considered he is the problem, Spears takes offense and says he will come back to AEW when he feels like it.

Dasha Gonzalez interviews Hikaru Shida before the next match, but Shida is soon attacked by Abadon.

Hikaru Shida beats Alex Gracia after briefly giving Abadon a beatdown. After the match, Shida confronts Abadon with a Kendo stick, and Abadon yanks the stick away from Shida before the two of them brawl.

Next week: The return of Jon Moxley! Abadon vs. Hikaru Shida for the AEW Women's World Championship! In two weeks: Brian Cage vs. Darby Allin for the TNT Championship! Cody Rhodes vs. Matt Sydal!

The Young Bucks (Matt and Nick Jackson) retain the AEW World Tag Team Championships against The Acclaimed (Max Caster and Anthony Bowens).

Generation NXT - NXT recap for December 23, 2020

Oney Lorcan and Danny Burch retain the NXT Tag Team Championships against Drake Maverick and Killian Dain in a Street Fight.

The Way (Johnny Gargano, Candice LeRae, Indi Hartwell, Austin Theory) decorate a Christmas tree and put up the stockings as Johnny Gargano plays piano. After a No Way Jose joke, Austin Theory is gifted with "The Gargano Whey," a wryly-named whey powder.

We see a video package for Kyle O'Reilly vs. Finn Balor for the NXT Championship at NXT New Year's Evil.

Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell interviews Tyler Rust and Malcolm Bivens. Bivens says Rust had a great debut last week, and that he will prove he is "a diamond in the Rust."

Isaiah "Swerve" Scott beats Jake Atlas in a rematch. After the match, Atlas refuses to shake Swerve's hand due to Swerve's gloating.

Mackenzie Mitchell interviews Adam Cole. Cole says Kyle O'Reilly's strategy has changed and that his next match with Finn Balor will be different. As he and Roderick Strong say that O'Reilly will become NXT Champion, Velveteen Dream shows up. Dream says that O'Reilly is "the head of the snake" around here, and after calling Cole "a cheerleader," Cole slaps Dream in the face before telling him The Undisputed Era (Cole, Bobby Fish, O'Reilly, Strong) has no leader and that he will beat him into the ground tonight.

We hear from Timothy Thatcher, who says that he should be grateful that Tommaso Ciampa wanted to fight him. He says that the lesson was not complete after TakeOver, and when he challenged Ciampa, Ciampa disrespected him by walking away. After saying that Ciampa does not like guys who talk tough with their mouths, he says that he will take liberties with Leon Ruff before stating that he wants to fight Ciampa.

Rhea Ripley beats Dakota Kai. Before the match, it is announced that as per General Manager William Regal on Twitter, Raquel Gonzalez has been banned from ringside for this match at Raquel's request. Near the end of the match, Raquel Gonzalez shows up to watch the match from the stage. After the match, Raquel gets in the ring and has a staredown with Rhea Ripley as referees show up and demand they not have a physical confrontation. Despite their protests, both women brawl, and referees have to separate them.

The Way (Johnny Gargano, Candice LeRae, Indi Hartwell, Austin Theory) continues to open Christmas presents. Indi Hartwell gets a PlayStation 5...almost. Gargano claims the PS5 for his own, but the gift that is really inside is the family nickname that she has proven worthy of: Indi Wrestling. Candice LeRae makes an independent wrestling joke saying "I support you...I support Indi Wrestling."

Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell interviews Toni Storm, who says that she called her shot and beat Rhea Ripley last like she said she would. Storm then says she is going to take the NXT Women's Championship from Io Shirai, as Shirai is afraid of her due to the fact that she is the one woman she cannot beat, and that the NXT Women's Championship is not Shirai's only problem; her second problem will be her.

Bronson Reed returns next!

We see Xia Li and Boa go through more training and torture for their master.

Bronson Reed quickly beats Ashante "Thee" Adonis.

Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell interviews Io Shirai, who says that she has heard what Toni Storm had to stay before making her way to the ring. Shirai sits in a steel chair in the middle ring and calls out Toni Storm. Storm's entrance theme plays, but Shirai is attacked from behind by Mercedes Martinez. Martinez also throws Shirai into the announce table hard enough to break the front of it.

The Way (Johnny Gargano, Candice LeRae, Indi Hartwell, Austin Theory) continues to open Christmas presents. Candice LeRae gets a broken wheel that is from Shotzi Blackheart's destroyed tank, which Gargano found in a junkyard. As The Way wishes everyone a merry Christmas, Theory spits out whey powder.

Leon Ruff beats Timothy Thatcher with an inside cradle after Thatcher tries to call out Tommaso Ciampa. After the match, Thatcher attacks Leon Ruff, then Tommaso Ciampa shows up and hits him with Willow's Bell. He then tells Thatcher that if he wants a fight, he will see him in the fight pit.

We hear from Damian Priest, who says that Karrion Kross blindsided him after telling him to face him like a man, and that Kross will not be as bad as he thinks he is when he punks him out in front of the world.

We see Dexter Lumis draw a picture about Rhea Ripley and Raquel Gonzalez's Last Woman Standing Match at NXT New Year's Evil.

Tyler Rust beats Ariya Daivari by submission.

Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell interviews Leon Ruff, who says that he has just had a chat with General Manager William Regal and received a rematch for the NXT North American Championship. He says that next week, he hopes Johnny Gargano does not break his curse when he becomes a champion again.

We hear from Karrion Kross, who says that Damian Priest fancies himself the life of the party and likes to get into trouble. He says that Priest made a big mistake questioning his manhood and making smartass comments to Scarlett. Kross considers Priest "an interesting roadblock" to taking back what he truly never lost, and Scarlett tells Damian Priest that doomsday is coming.

Voting is now open for the 2020 NXT Year End Awards!

Adam Cole beats Velveteen Dream. During the match, it is announced that Roderick Strong vs. Pete Dunne is official for next week following an attack on Strong from Dunne at ringside earlier in the match.

Raw Deal - Raw recap for December 23, 2019

Kevin Owens shows up to start tonight's show. Before Owens can say much of anything, Mojo Rawley shows up. Rawley demands an explanation for hitting him with a steel pipe, and Owens says he was not going to talk about that at all. Rawley tells Owens he needs a reality check, as everyone is tough with a steel pipe in their hands. He then tells Owens it will not be a merry Christmas after this, and Owens, being in a "less chat, more splat" mood, tells Rawley to get in the ring so they can get their no-disqualification match over with.

Kevin Owens beats Mojo Rawley in a no-disqualification with a pop-up powerbomb through a table. After the match, Owens says that Mojo has got him in a fighting mood and that he still has plenty of fight left, and says the least Seth Rollins and AOP (Akam and Rezar) can do is beat him up in the ring so somebody can enjoy the beating they have for him. Owens admits he is making a bad decision, then says bad decisions are part of his charm and that he is no leaving until they get in the ring and attack him. Seth Rollins and AOP are then seen backstage heading towards the ring.

Seth Rollins and AOP (Akam and Rezar) show up after the commercial break. Rollins asks AOP to stay in the ring so he can take care of things himself. Rollins then tries to reason with Owens and offers his hand, but Owens responds with a superkick. AOP then gets in the ring and overwhelms Owens. Rollins joins in on AOP's attack and goes for The Stomp, but as soon as Owens counters it with a double-leg takedown, AOP are on top of Owens again. Rollins then hits The Stomp on Owens as Owens grabs at his legs.

In footage from New York City this past weekend, R-Truth is seen looking for the "Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson" Christmas Tree. He learns from someone else that his invitation is om Japanese and that he is looking for the Rockefeller Plaza tree. Afterwards, R-Truth is put in a schoolkid pin by Akira Tozawa, who pins R-Truth to win the WWE 24/7 Championship.

It is announced that the wedding of Bobby Lashley and Lana will take place next week.

Bobby Lashley beats Cedric Alexander. During the match, Lana gets on the microphone and tells Cedric she cannot have Lashley battered and bruised when she and Lashley are making their wedding vows next week. She also proposes that this match become a Greco-Roman wrestling match (although that does not happen).

Backstage, Charly Caruso interviews Seth Rollins, who says he tried to extend an olive branch to Kevin Owens only to be kicked in the face, and asks Charly to ask Owens what he is trying to accomplish instead of him.

In footage from New York City this past weekend, Akira Tozawa sats down in front of a fountain. R-Truth and a referee are in the background, and R-Truth backs Tozawa into a man with a sandwich. R-Truth then chases after Tozawa after both men blame the other for the incident.

Drew McIntyre beats Zack Ryder. After the match, McIntyre tosses Curt Hawkins out of the ring and hits Ryder with a Future Shock DDT, then lays out Hawkins with a Claymore when Hawkins fights back. Afterwards, McIntyre says he is having fun and asks Ryder and Hawkins if they feel the same before putting himself on a pedestal while "speaking on their behalf." He then tells the fans that they have seen his definition of "fun," then says that 2020 belongs to him.

Becky Lynch shows up. Becky says she has had things on her mind, and says that since the birth of "The Man," she has learned that she does things better when she takes things into her own hands. After saying she is here to take things into her own hands, she says that she has become the face of the company and that the company is trying to protect her, but she does not care what the company wants, and she needs a match with Asuka. She says she will not take no for an answer and that she will go deep inside herself to remember who she is, then tells Asuka that she is the only woman to beat her fair and square. She then says she has come around to collect one last debt as she calls out Asuka. The Kabuki Warriors (Asuka and Kairi Sane) show up, and Asuka says she wants the WWE Raw Women's Championship. Becky tells Asuka to name the time and place.

Aleister Black quickly beats Deonn Rusman. Before the match, it is announced that Aleister will take on Buddy Murphy next week. After the match, Buddy Murphy shows up for the next match as Aleister leaves. Buddy Murphy quickly beats Joeasa while Aleister watches by getting Joeasa up like Aleister does before the Black Mass and hitting Murphy's Law. After the match, Aleister Black gets in the ring and extends his hand, and Buddy Murphy arrogantly refuses to shake his hand. When Murphy turns around, Aleister hits him with Black Mass before sitting down in front of him.

Backstage, Charly Caruso interviews Rey Mysterio. Rey says he has been looking forward to facing Seth Rollins for a long time, and that Rollins is the best on Raw. He then says this match will have an asterisk on it, as he will have to deal with AOP (Akam and Rezar) as well. He says that Rollins and AOP treat WWE as their playground and act like they can do whatever they want, and that they have made a mistake not finishing what they started, and as long as he keeps getting back up, he will walk out tonight still United States Champion.

Ricochet beats "The Premier Athlete" Tony Nese.

In footage from New York City this past weekend, Akira Tozawa hides behind Christmas trees to avoid R-Truth and the referee. Tozawa comes out of hiding, but R-Truth chases after him again.

We see a video package for NXT Superstar Chelsea Green before the next match.

Charlotte Flair beats Chelsea Green with the Figure Eight.

In footage from New York City earlier this week, a man dressed as Santa Claus asks that Akira Tozawa and R-Truth show some Christmas spirit. After Tozawa and R-Truth fist bump, "Santa" tells R-Truth that his gift is in the sleigh, "Santa" then punches Tozawa. "Santa" then pins Tozawa to win the WWE 24/7 Championship, then runs off with the title. R-Truth then proposes that he and Tozawa take down "Santa" together.

We see another vignette for Liv Morgan, who says it is up to her to decide who she is, and that she is anything but typical.

The O.C. ("The Phenomenal" AJ Styles, Luke Gallows, Karl Anderson) beat Randy Orton and The Viking Raiders (Ivar and Erik) after taking advantage of Orton's injured left knee.

In footage from New York City this past weekend, "Santa Claus" gets on a horse-drawn carriage while being chased after by R-Truth, Akira Tozawa and the referee on another carriage. This leads to "Santa Claus" getting away on foot while R-Truth and Tozawa chase him for the WWE 24/7 Championship.

Erick Rowan is seen talking to whatever is inside the cage, saying he has something to take care of.

Backstage, Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) talk about some of the events from earlier in the show, such as the announcement of Lana and Bobby Lashley's wedding and the subject of what is in Erick Rowan's cage.

Erick Rowan beats Travis Horn. During the match, Travis Horn offers Erick Rowan a candy cane. Erick Rowan takes the candy cane as Travis Horn slowly backs away from the ring, then pulls out even more in an attempt to move towards Erick Rowan's cage. Erick Rowan immediately goes on the attack on Travis Horn, which gets him the win. Erick Rowan places a candy cane in the cage after the match.

In footage from New York City earlier this week, R-Truth and Akira Tozawa finally confront "Santa Claus." R-Truth bumps Akira Tozawa out of the way to take back the WWE 24/7 Championship, then the referee leaves after getting sick and tired of running around in the cold. After "Santa" walks away by saying Tozawa and R-Truth will both get coal for Christmas, R-Truth and Tozawa decide to be friends and do stuff in New York City for the rest of the night.

Before the next match, Rusev says he has mixed emotions, and says that while he was screwed over at TLC and is upset about it, he will do something it. However, he is not upset that Lana is marrying Bobby Lashley, as Lana is the biggest punishment Lashley can have. He says that while he is single, he is not alone, as Lana will be married on Rusev Day.

Rusev beats No Way Jose. After the match, Rusev does a Spinaroonie, then dances with No Way Jose's conga line.

Backstage, Charly Caruso interviews Seth Rollins. Seth Rollins tells Charly Caruso that he is going to beat Rey Mysterio, win the WWE United States Championship and establish dominance. AOP (Akam and Rezar) then accompanies Rollins to the ring.

Rey Mysterio retains the WWE United States Championship against Seth Rollins by disqualification after AOP (Akam and Rezar) attack Rey. After the match, AOP continue to brutalize Rey Mysterio, then drag Rey up the ramp to the commentary table. Samoa Joe refuses to budge from his seat at the table, and tells AOP that if he gets up, "it's both your asses." Seth Rollins calls AOP off as Joe gets ready to fight, then reasons with Joe. As Rollins walks away, he commands AOP to "finish him." AOP wear Samoa Joe down at the command of Seth Rollins, who tells Samoa Joe it did not have to be this way. Rollins then hits The Stomp on Rey on the stage before commanding AOP to put Joe through the commentary table to end the show.

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

Honor Roll - Ring of Honor recap for December 23, 2017

"The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes says that his holiday excitement has been turned into a smoldering lull because his tag team partners tonight are picked at random, and he is not happy about it. He gets his first random pick out of the nearby gifts, and he is not happy with it. Dalton Castle shows up, wanting to know who it is, but Cody tells him it is none of his business and leaves after telling Castle to make his pick. Castle looks inside a nearby gift bag for his first pick.

Before the next match, Rhett Titus shows up dressed up as Santa, while Will Ferrara is dressed up as Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, much to Ferrara's chagrin.

The Dawgs (Rhett Titus and Will Ferrara) beat Flip Gordon and the debuting Simon Grimm after Will Ferrara knocks Grimm out with a shot to the head with the Christmas present that Rhett Titus brought with him to the ring. (Simon Grimm is formerly known as Simon Gotch from WWE.)

"The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes likes his second random tag team partner. His third pick, however, leads to Cody asking "Does this guy even work here?"

"The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes looks at his final pick, mentioning that the last time he picked a partner, he got Cheeseburger and that he will not let that happen again. He laments that he did not even get any of his friends for tag team partners, then says "Christmas sucks...remember that." As for Dalton Castle, he opens a gift, looks inside and says taht the pick he got certainly makes things interesting before laughing.

We look back at Women of Honor's success in 2017.

"The American Nightmare' Cody Rhodes shows up with a present. He offer to give the present to the loudest fan in the crowd tonight, then after looking into the crowd, he says he has made his choice. He stomps on the present, then says he hates Christmas. He also complains that he did not get to pick his partners, and tells Bobby Cruise to go ahead and announce his teammates.

Team Dalton (Dalton Castle, "The Last Real Man" Silas Young, Hanson, Jonathan Gresham, "The Villain" Marty Scurll) beats Team Cody ("The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes, Scorpio Sky, Josh "The Goods" Woods, Chris Sabin, Punishment Martinez) in a Christmas Surprise 10-man Tag Team Match.

Saturday Night's Main Event - Main Event recap for December 23, 2017

Results courtesy of dailywrestlingnews.com.

Kalisto beats Ariya Daivari.

Apollo Crews beats Curt Hawkins.

Tribute To The Troops 2015 - The Recap

Jojo sings "The Star Spangled Banner."

Roman Reigns, Dean Ambrose and The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) show up to start the show. They're proud to be here tonight, and Roman thanks the United States military for their service. Suddenly, The League of Nations (Sheamus, Alberto Del Rio, King Barret, Rusev) shows up and scoffs at Roman saying the United States of America is the greatest nation in the world. King Barrett joins in, making fun of American food, and Del Rio bashes American television and country music. Sheamus then puts Ireland on a pedestal, then Roman Reigns makes another "tater tot" joke at Sheamus' expense before daring The League of Nations to get in the ring with him and his crew. They get in, when suddenly The Wyatt Family (Bray Wyatt, Luke Harper, Erick Rowan, Braun Strowman) shows up. They are soon met by The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley), Ryback and Kane. This immediately starts an 8-on-8 brawl all around the ring, which quickly spills into it.

Carson Daly, Adam Levine, Blake Shelton, Christina Aguilera, and Pharrell Williams of The Voice thank the American troops.

Rusev speaks Bulgarian and Lana speaks Russian before the next match.

Jack Swagger beats Rusev in a Boot Camp Match with the Patriot Lock.

The WWE Superstars spend time with America's armed forces at the Navy Seals Museum.

Joel McHale of The Soup thanks America's troops.

Harrison Ford, who has played American heroes throughout his career, thanks America's armed forces.

Florida Governor Rick Scott is seen in the front row.

Mark Henry squashes a patriotically-dressed Bo Dallas.

The 2015 U.S. Women's Soccer Team thanks the American military.

Eva Longoria salutes America's military.

Train performs their new single "Merry Christmas Everybody."

Members of the military wish a happy holiday for their families back home.

Wesley Snipes thanks the American military.

Kevin Owens shows up and talks about how much better Canada (and Quebec) is compared to the United States, and even speaks Quebecois before the next match.

Ryback beats Kevin Owens by count-out when Owens walks out of the match near the end of the ten count.

Navy Ensign Travis Akers and his wife Anna spend their third anniversary with the WWE Superstars and Divas. They are also front row for tonight.

Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg thank the American armed forces for their service.

Howie Mandel performs.

Joe Manganiello thanks America's armed forces for their service.

Star Wars: The Force Awakens director J.J. Abrams thanks America's armed forces for their service.

Paige and Team BAD (Naomi, Tamina, Sasha Banks) beat Brie Bella, Alicia Fox, Charlotte and Becky Lynch with a Banks Statement on Alicia Fox.

WWE Superstars and Divas spend time at the Naval Air Station at Jacksonville, Florida.

Toby Keith thanks the American military for their service.

Neil Patrick Harris thanks the American military for their service.

Train performs "Drops of Jupiter."

John Shockley and Ben Rassmussen of USAA are in the crowd tonight.

Cris Collinsworth of Sunday Night Football thanks the American armed forces for their service.

Roman Reigns, Dean Ambrose, Ryback, Kane, The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) and The Dudley Boyz (Bubba Ray and D-Von Dudley) beat The League of Nations (Sheamus, Rusev, King Barrett) and The Wyatt Family (Bray Wyatt, Luke Harper, Erick Rowan, Braun Strowman).

Tuesday Night's Main Event - Main Event recap for December 23, 2014

Tyson Kidd and Cesaro beat Los Matadores (Fernando and Diego).

Brie Bella beats Summer Rae.

Big E beats Stardust when Goldust accidentally fouls up Stardust's top-rope offense after Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods knock him off the ring apron.

Luke Harper beats Jack Swagger.

Raw Deal - Raw recap for December 23, 2013

Triple H, Stephanie McMahon and Kane show up to pass some candy around and wish everyone a merry Christmas. The "Bad Santa," Damien Sandow, takes on the "Good Santa," Mark Henry! The Wyatt Family (Bray Wyatt, Luke Harper, Erick Rowan) take on Cody Rhodes, Goldust and Daniel Bryan! The Shield (Dean Ambrose, Seth Rollins, Roman Reigns) take on Big E Langston, CM Punk and John Cena! Randy Orton shows up, wishes us all a merry Christmas, and thanks Triple H and Stephanie for their support. He gives them a gift: himself, after getting the night off. Kane starts the show off with his recognizable pyro.

AJ Lee guest on commentary for the next match.

The Total Divas (Cameron, Naomi, Brie Bella, Nikki Bella, Natalya, Eva Marie) beat the True Divas (Vickie Guerrero, Aksana, Summer Raw, Alicia Fox, Tamina Snuka, Kaitlyn) in a 12-Diva Jingle Belles match.

Sin Cara beats Curtis Axel.

The Bad Santa, Damien Sandow, tells a little girl Christmas will be cancelled.

"The Animal" Dave Batista returns to the WWE on January 20th!

Bad News Barrett rings a bell as people put change in a bucket at least twice during the show.

The Wyatt Family (Bray Wyatt, Luke Harper, Erick Rowan) beat Cody Rhodes, Goldust and Daniel Bryan...then continue to assault Daniel Bryan.

"The World's Strongest Man" Mark Henry reassures a young boy, saying Christmas won't be cancelled this year!

Jinder Mahal and Drew McIntyre lose a caroling contest to R-Truth, Xavier Woods, The Great Khali and Santino Marella. When they strike back, they just get their clocks cleaned before the rest of the participants end the proceedings on a high note.

Fandango beats Dolph Ziggler in a Christmas Present on a Pole match. He faces Big E Langston for the WWE Intercontinental Championship next week.

The Prime Time Players (Darren Young and Titus O'Neil) swant a tag team title shot for Christmas. We'll see.

The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) beat The Prime Time Players (Darren Young and Titus O'Neil)...and they all do the Millions of Dollars Dance.

"The World's Strongest Man" Mark Henry beats Damien Sandow. The Good Santa saves Christmas!

Renee Young interviews CM Punk. He brings out Big E Langston and John Cena, who are all too happy to beat The Shield (Dean Ambrose, Seth Rollins, Roman Reigns)!

Los Matadores (Fernando and Diego) beat The Real Americans (Jack Swagger and Antonio Cesaro).

Ryback beats Kofi Kingston.

Bad News Barrett tells us the money he's raised went straight to him.

CM Punk, John Cena and Big E Langston vs The Shield (Dean Ambrose, Seth Rollins, Roman Reigns) ends in a disqualification...but Punk's team cleans house!

Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for December 23, 1999

In footage from earlier today, Mankind talks to the locker room. He thinks the McMahon-Helmsley Era stinks, and he was not the only one who felt foolish for letting Triple H fool him into a match at the end of last Monday's show. He says that Matt Hardy has a cracked cheekbone and a broken nose, and Test has a broken nose of his own. He assures "Sexual Chocolate" Mark Henry that there is no excuse for what happened to Mae Young on Raw, and says the Holiday Topless Top Rope Match was just an excuse to show skin, although he admits he somewhat liked it. Most importantly, nobody wanted to see The Mean Street Posse seven times in one evening. He says he feels the same way as a lot of other people do, and that he will not see it anymore. WWF co-owner Stephanie McMahon-Helmsley confronts everyone in the room. She says that she has made a lot of mistakes, with the biggest one being listening to Triple H. She says this is not the McMahon-Helmsley Era anymore; this is the McMahon era, and it is back to business. She has Test take on "Road Dogg" Jesse James, puts The Rock against Al Snow, and gives Mankind a WWF Championship match against Big Show with Triple H in a cell suspended 15 feet above the ring. The winner gets Triple H, and the five invitees to the match - Test, Edge, Christian and The Hardy Boyz (Jeff and Matt Hardy) - can have whatever is left of Triple H.

Before the next match, Chris Jericho reminds us that Burl Ives wants us to have a holly, jolly Christmas; although Hardcore Holly will have less than a jolly Christmas after he gives him a yuletide beating, for tonight he will deck the halls with "the goofballs of Holly."

Chris Jericho retains the WWF Intercontinental Championship against Hardcore Holly by disqualification after Crash Holly hits Jericho with the belt. After the match, Chyna runs in and tosses Crash out of the ring, then Jericho does the same thing to Hardcore Holly.

Triple H, "Road Dogg" Jesse James and "Bad Ass" Billy Gunn are not happy with WWF co-owner Stephanie McMahon-Helmsley's recent actions, but Triple H reminds Road Dogg and Billy Gunn that marriage is marriage, and that this is business. He says he will think of something.

WWF co-owner Stephanie McMahon-Helmsley tells Kane she can help him, but first he has to help her. He can give him a match against X-Pac or any member of D-Generation X (Triple H, X-Pac, "Road Dogg" Jesse James, "Bad Ass" Billy Gunn) he wants in any match he wants, but she has to help him make it to Monday night as D-Generation X will want to go after her. Kane agrees to protect Stephanie from DX.

The orange lights and logo are seen before the next match.

Rikishi beats Viscera.

Test is cautious of what WWF co-owner Stephanie McMahon-Helmsley and is not buying anything she is saying. Stephanie says he'll "buy it" when D-Generation X (Triple H, X-Pac, "Road Dogg" Jesse James, "Bad Ass" Billy Gunn) does not interfere in his match tonight.

The debuting Jonathan Coachman interviews The Rock. As he looks back on this previous millennium and all the historic events that took part in it - including himself raising The People's Eyebrow and declaring himself The People's Champion - he also looks back on one of the worst days in it: Al Snow being born. He says it took three men for Al Snow to beat him on Raw, but this is SmackDown, which is his show. He will do to Snow exactly what he does inside of a 15-foot-tall steel cage, and that is lay the smack down on his candy ass and deliver The People's Elbow.

Test beats "Road Dogg" Jesse James after using his protective facemask as a weapon. During the match, Triple H and "Bad Ass" Billy Gunn are seen watching on a monitor from backstage, telling Billy Gunn to wait until committing to a course of action, as Road Dogg can handle himself. After the match, Triple H and Billy Gunn are livid as Test grabs a steel chair and chases Road Dogg out of the ring wth it. Referee Tim White takes it away from him, but that doesn't stop Test from chasing Road Dogg to the back. Three more referees hold Test back. Afterwards, Triple H and Billy Gunn decide to confronts WWF co-owner Stephanie McMahon-Helmsley.

D-Generation X (Triple H, "Road Dogg" Jesse James, "Bad Ass" Billy Gunn) meet with WWF co-owner Stephanie McMahon-Helmsley. Kane is about to get physical, but Stephanie puts Kane in a match with Billy Gunn and tells him to hold up his end of the bargain. Triple H tells Stephanie he has made mistakes and pushed the boys too hard, but that is what happens when you have power, and he does not want to be put in a cage. Stephanie tells him this is nothing personal, and that their marriage is great, but this is business and he will have to deal with it. Stephanie McMahon there may be nothing she can do about seven beating him up, but the police can make sure that he commits to being put in a cage as well as stay in his locker room until the match happens. The cops carry Triple H out of the room.

Before the next match, Kurt Angle says he loves coming down to the great state of Texas for its intensity and integrity. Unfortunately, the people in Texas are not the smartest in the world, though that does not necessarily mean that the people in Dallas, Texas are stupid. He says if they work hard enough, Texas could be known for its intelligence.

Kurt Angle beats Edge. During the match, Angle drop kicks Edge into referee Teddy Long after Edge nearly spears Teddy. "The Lethal Weapon" Steve Blackman shows up and tries to hit Angle with a Kendo stick, but nails Edge in the head with it instead.

WWF co-owner Stephanie McMahon-Helmsley confronts "The Lethal Weapon" Steve Blackman, telling him to stay out of Kurt Angle's business.

Al Snow complains to WWF co-owner Stephanie McMahon-Helmsley about having to face The Rock again while Mankind faces Big Show for the WWF Championship. Stephanie tells him he will get his WWF Championship shot shot next Monday on Raw if he beats The Rock tonight. AL Snow says he will destroy The Rock, and then do the same to Mankind later.

The Rock beats Al Snow in a Steel Cage Match.

Ivory complains to Luna Vachon, Debra and Jacqueline about having to wrestle in a mud ring. She says they have to do something now if they want to lace up their boots and wrestle in a real wrestling ring.

Ivory heads to the ring. She wonders why she has to talk about breasts every time she shows up. She is now taking things personal, as the Evening Gown Match with The Kat is a bit too much. He says this is a sports entertainment show, not adult entertainment, and she has worked too hard to establish a real women's division. She crowns herself "the class and dignity champion," and says all The Kat is foing to the Women's title is "wiping her smut all over it." She calls herself the "Women's Wrestling Champion," then calls out The Kat to any kind of anything goes match she wants with any stipulation she wants, as long as it is in the ring. The Kat shows up with Chyna, and tries to drag Chyna into the ring only to be told . The Kat asks Ivory that if she wants an anything goes match in the ring, then proposes no disqualifications and no-counts. Ivory accepts the challenge. A referee enters the ring, and the match starts.

The Kat retains the WWF Women's Championship against Ivory. At the start of the match, The Kat leaves the ring, and Chyna takes her place in the match. The Kat pins Ivory after Chyna makes short work of Ivory.

The Mean Street Posse (Rodney, Pete Gas, Joey Abs) meet with Kaientai (Taka Michinoku and Funaki), who have a match with Christian and Jeff Hardy later on tonight, and give them some pointers on how to beat them.

The Mean Street Posse (Rodney, Pete Gas, Joey Abs) accompany Kaientai (Taka Michinoku and Funaki) to the ring before the next match.

Christian and Jeff Hardy beat Kaientai (Taka Michinoku and Funaki). The Mean Street Posse (Rodney, Pete Gas, Joey Abs) confront Kaientain after the match, but Kaientai drop kick the Posse as soon as they turn their backs, then run back to the back with the Posse chasing after them.

Jim Ross is talking to Mankind backstage. He tells Mankind that he has a gut feeling that Mankind should be careful about what WWF co-owner Stephanie McMahon-Helmsley is trying to sell him. Mankind says he is being careful of Stephanie, but he is also focused on winning the WWF Championship. Nevertheless, he thanks Jim Ross for the advice.

Triple H and "Road Dogg" Jesse James talk last-second strategy with Billy Gunn in Triple H's locker room before Billy's match with Kane.

Kane beats "Bad Ass" Billy Gunn. During the match, Triple H and "Road Dogg" Jesse James are seen watching the match on a television in Triple H's locker room. After the match, Kane continues to beat up Billy Gunn, and nearly hits him with a Tombstone Piledriver, but Billy Gunn escapes it and pushes Kane into the ring post before escaping through the crowd. As Billy Gunn and Kane fight in the crowd, Triple H and Road Dogg try to help Billy Gunn, but the police escort outside of Triple H's dressing room keeps Triple H from accompanying Road Dogg. Road Dogg suddenly runs into Kane, and when Kane grabs him, he tells Kane that X-Pac is at the airport.

"Sexual Chocolate" Mark Henry is accompanied by Mae Young and The Fabulous Moolah to the ring. Mark Henry then pulls out a poem, which he then reads to Mae Young. "We've played once or twice, which is truly nice. I'm so happy to have you in my life. All the hot nighs that we've spent since our first date makes me so proud to be in my home state." Mae Young huts Mark Henry, then The Dudley Boyz (Buh Buh Ray and D-Von Dudley) show up. Buh Buh Ray bets Mark Henry to shut his mouth before calling him "a big idiot," and says he thinks he is going to throw up all over himself. He calls Mark Henry "a big dumb, Olympic failure" and a disgrace to Texas. He also calls Mae Young old and wrinkly, and smelling like a bedpan in an old folks' home. He then says he has never seen so many white trash, inbred, tobacco chewing, pick-up truck driving losers in his life, and goes on to say their football team sucks. Mark Henry punches Buh Buh Ray, and the next match begins.

"Sexual Chocolate" Mark Henry beats Buh Buh Ray Dudley after Mae Young and The Fabulous Moolah shake the ropes to stop D-Von Dudley's headbutt to the gut of Mark Henry.

WWF co-owner Stephanie McMahon-Helmsley and local law enforcement force Triple H to the ring.

Triple H is placed in the personal cage by the police before the next match, and the invitees - Edge, Christian, Jeff Hardy and Test - show up. WWF co-owner Stephanie McMahon-Helmsley guests on commentary.

Mankind vs. Big Show for the WWF Championship ends in a no-contest, and Big Show retains the WWF Championship. During the match, the cage with Triple H lowers. Jeff Hardy, Edge, Christian and Test approach the ring, but they are attacked by more members of the locker room. WWF co-owner Stephanie McMahon-Helmsley tries to keep Triple H from unlocking the cage and getting out, but this is unsuccessful and Triple uses Stephanie as a human shield, and she gets kicked by Mankind. Triple H grabs the chain around the cage door to wrap around his fist, then punches out referee Tim White before hitting Mankind with it. The New Age Outlaws ("Road Dogg" Jesse James and "Bad Ass" Billy Gunn) show up and attack Mankind, then Triple H and Stephanie kiss, revealing that Stephanie and Triple H was playing a charade the whole night. Triple H and Stephanie wish everyone a merry Christmas to close out the show.