Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for January 2, 2026

The Miz suddenly hijacks the start of the show to air his 2025 grievances, saying that no one will move on to 2026 until he does. He takes exception to not facing John Cena one last time and not being the one to tap him out. He talks about how he offered his advice and expertise to younger talent, who he says should be chomping at the bit to learn him from him, only to be met with ungratefulness and entitlement. He says that respect is not demanded, it is expected. The Miz also mentions Joe Hendry and R-Truth ruining his last SmackDown of 2025 and bringing back the "tiny balls" nickname, then says there is a silver lining and that John Cena is gone in 2026, saying nobody wants to see Cena anymore. He declares himself the new face of WWE, saying that unlike Buffalo, New York, he actually wins championships. Miz lists his accomplishments as a double Grand Slam champion, and says he is the locker room leader and the adult in the room full of brats. Suddenly, Randy Orton shows up and bumps into The Miz, who is suddenly happy to see him back on SmackDown as he says that they are both the locker room leaders, the faces of WWE and the adults in the room. The Miz then proposes they could both be "Miz-K-O," but gets met with an RKO. Orton hen comically shakes Miz's hand and pats him on the chest before wishing him a happy new year and hitting him with another RKO.

Backstage, The Kabuki Warriors (Asuka and Kairi Sane) are met by Nia Jax and Lash Legend. Nia calls teaming up with them "a little difficult," but Lash says it will be worth it when they help them to a victory tonight on the way to the women's tag team titles. When Nia Jax says they want a shot at the women's tag team titles after Monday, Asuka says they will be glad to owe them a beating after they keep the women's tag team titles. Asuka leaves, then Kairi Sane tells Nia and Lash that they should be ready for them.

Backstage, Randy Orton runs into "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes and tells him that once he beats Drew McIntyre, he is coming for the WWE Championship. Orton leaves, then General Manager Nick Aldis shows up to remind Cody about Drew McIntyre being in the building for the Three Stages of Hell stipulations and the "no physicality" clause. Cody says he will not put the WWE Championship in jeopardy.

Rhea Ripley, Iyo Sky, Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss beat Nia Jax, Lash Legend and The Kabuki Warriors (Asuka and Kairi Sane) in an eight-woman tag match.

Backstage, General Manager Nick Aldis meets with Jordynne Grace when Chelsea Green and Alba Fyre show up. Chelsea Green does not want to wrestle tonight, but Aldis threatens to strip her of the United States Women's Champion if she does not.

Members of the Buffalo Bills NFL football team are seen in the front row.

Before the next match, Kit Wilson talks about how he is redefining masculinity and how Buffalo, New York has some of the most toxic sports fans in all of America. All of a sudden, Zack Ryder shows up, this time as Matt Cardona. It is finally recognized on commentary that Zack Ryder and Matt Cardona are the same person.

Matt Cardona beats Kit Wilson. During the match, it is announced that Matt Cardona is now part of the SmackDown roster.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Damian Priest. Priest says he has gone to war with Aleister Black for six months and that this ends tonight. He says Aleister tried to change and break him, but he is not his creator, and all he has done is wake something up that even Aleister will not understand. He hopes to stuff Aleister in an ambulance and send him to the ER, for he will be the one to fade to black.

We hear from The Wyatt Sicks (Bo Dallas, Erick Rowan, Joe Gacy, Dexter Lumis, Nikki Cross). Bo Dallas asks Solo Sikoa what the meaning of family is, as he has been searching for that since The Bloodline split up and has claimed that The Wyatt Sicks are not a family. He says that Solo has not taken the time to contemplate the force he is up against and mocks what he does not understand. He says that his family is not made up of who he sees, and that it is filled with millions of Fireflies around the world who will always remember. He says it is time to chop down Solo's family tree at the root, for when the dust settles, The Wyatt Sicks will be the ones.

Sami Zayn heads to the ring. Sami admits he feels good to be back after the last couple of weeks after watching John Cena's last match with his son in the front row, and admits that the match made him realize that while John Cena has won a world title seventeen times, he has not won one. He says that as long as his son has been able to watch wrestling, his son has been confused as to why he has never been world champion. Sami then says he is not here to talk about being world champion; he is here to do it. After Sami declares that he is coming for the WWE Championship, Trick Williams suddenly shows up and announces that he has finally arrived before introducing himself to Sami. Trick says he is here for one reason and one reason only: the WWE Championship. He says that they are not the same, and says that unlike Sami Zayn, he is not "the one that almost gets the job done." Sami says he has been watching and is impressed, but tells Trick that he has yet to be humbled, and since Trick has no problem interrupting him, he has no problem Sami a lesson and teaching Trick to be humbled.

Backstage, Carmelo Hayes is met by Ilja Dragunov, who says he wanted to fight the best version of the best last week and that Carmelo gave him exactly that. Dragunov hints that this may not be the last time, and when asked if he will continue the open challenge, Carmelo says yes. Carmelo Hayes suddenly runs into The Miz and thanks him for making this possible...by leaving him alone so he could be the greatest he has ever been.

General Manager Nick Aldis meets backstage with Rey Fenix when Trick Williams shows up fuming about Sami Zayn. Fenix tells Trick that he has a lot to learn, but Trick says Fenix needs to learn to keep his mouth shut when grown men are talking. Aldis puts Trick in his SmackDown debut match with Rey Fenix next week.

Carmelo Hayes retains the WWE United States Championship against Johnny Gargano.

Backstage, Tama Tonga is met by Shinsuke Nakamura. They both speak to each other in Japanese, and after Nakamura leaves, Solo asks if everything is okay. Tama says yes, then finds out that The MFT's (Solo Sikoa, Tama Tonga, Tonga Loa, Talla Tonga, JC Mateo) will face The Wyatt Sicks (Uncle Howdy, Erick Rowan, Joe Gacy, Dexter Lumis, Nikki Cross) in an eight-man tag match next week and soon take back the WWE Tag Team Championships.

We hear from Aleister Black and Zelina Vega. Aleister says that it does not matter what Damian Priest says at this point, and says that Priest can beat him as many times as he wants, as nothing will change. He says Priest is the only thing that has changed, and that after tonight, nothing will be the same ever again. Zelina says it is time to put the final nail in the coffin of Priest's own delusions.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Jade Cargill, who says that she injured "Michin" Mia Yim on purpose during the recent holiday tour and that injuries happen when pigeons do not know their place. Jordynne Grace shows up wanting to get a good look at the champion as she looks at all her options, and Cargill tells her to sign somewhere else. Jordynne is not impressed with Cargill's threats.

Backstage, "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes runs into Sami Zayn, who has not seen Drew McIntyre. Cody says he has heard what Sami had to say and that everyone is being honest tonight, and while Sami says he thinks the world of Cody, Cody understands where he is coming from. General Manager Nick Aldis shows up, and after Aldis admits he has not seen McIntyre, Cody heads to the ring.

We see a video package for Oba Femi.

"The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes heads to the ring. Cody asks what makes one a WWE Champion, and Cody says it is his mentality when it comes to facing anyone in a WWE ring. He says he shows up with the WWE Championship early so that everybody can "see [him] seeing them," then says that while Drew McIntyre reeks of envy, he is grateful that McIntyre is a mountain to climb and cannot wait to have their fight. Cody then says that he sees McIntyre as lunch while he sees himself as the champion, and that this will not change in Berlin, Germany. McIntyre appears on the TitanTron and says Cody is so predictable because he is old-school and traditional and that Cody is "as vanilla as it gets," then says he has come up with the best way to hurt him. McIntyre finally names the Three Stages of Hell's stipulations. The first match will be a straight wrestling match, but in the second match, falls will count anywhere. He then says that if the match goes to a third fall, it will end in an old-fashioned steel cage where two men enter and one champion leaves. McIntyre says that is assuming Cody is still champion, then admits that he has been in Cody's tour bus and that one item inside stood out more than any other: a picture of Cody with his father Dusty Rhodes. McIntyre says that he wishes Dusty was still here today to see the man Cody has become, then says Dusty would be ashamed and hopes Dusty has a coat when Hell freezes over after he becomes champion before throwing the picture frame down and stomping it to pieces. McIntyre destroys the Cody then runs to the back to confront McIntyre, and General Manager Nick Aldis and a band of referees hold Cody back. All of a sudden, Drew McIntyre is in the ring with a trash can while carrying the photo in his hands. Cody is held back by the referees as McIntyre sets the photo on fire and throws it in the trash can. McIntyre taunts Cody as everyone keeps Cody back.

Giulia beats Chelsa Green to become the WWE United States Women's Champion for a second time after Kiana James distracts the referee as Chelsea has the match won with the Un-Pretty-Her.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky. Rhea says that she and Iyo have been waiting a long time to get their hands on The Kabuki Warriors (Asuka and Kairi Sane) and that the Women's Tag Team Champonship are finally coming back. Iyo says that the two of them will finally be champions together. Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss show up, and Alexa wishes Rhea and Iyo good luck, stating that The Kabuki Warriors can be a little sneaky. After Charlotte says that they are next in line, Rhea says that this will soon become her and Iyo's pain as well as theirs.

Backstage, Candice LeRae and Johnny Gargano are met by Fraxiom (Nathan Frazer and Axiom). Nathan Frazer notes that Gargano is not doing well without Tommaso Ciampa. Axiom then demands his blue mask back, but Gargano considers the mask a gift for Candice. Axiom heads to General Manager Nick Aldis for a match to get the mask back.

Damian Priest beats Aleister Black in an ambulance match. During the match, Zelina Vega is the first to open the doors, and when she does, Rhea Ripley comes out and chases Zelina to the ring before hitting her with a Riptide. Aleister goes into the ambulance following a choke slam from the top of the ambulance to two tables brought into the match by Priest.

Here are the highlights from tonight's show!

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

The Teardrop Xplodes - Xplosion recap for January 2, 2026

We look back on XXX (Senshi and "The Fallen Angel" Christopher Daniels), Christian Cage and "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles vs. The Latin-American Xchange (Homicide and Hernandez), Junior Fatu and Samoa Joe from the October 4, 2007 episode of TNA iMPACT!.

Gia Miller interviews BDE for Around the Ring. Topics discussed include BDE's YouTube career, how BDE almost trained as a referee, BDE's current and all-time favorite video games as well as Gia Miller's favorite video games, and BDE's musical tastes and all-time favorites.

We look back at Bear Bronson vs. Frankie Kazarian for the TNA World Championship from last night's show.

Myla Grace beats Killer Kelly.

Thursday Night's Main Event - Main Event recap for January 2, 2025

Natalya beats Isla Dawn with the Sharpshooter.

The Authors of Pain (Akam and Rezar) beat The Latino World Order (Joaquin Wilde and Cruz del Toro).

Final iMPACT! - iMPACT! recap for January 2, 2025

In memory of Jeremy Laymon "Jax Dane", 1976 - 2024.

Joe Hendry heads to the ring to start tonight's show. Hendry says that becoming #1 contender is a promise to himself to become a World Champion, and that it will be the beginning of "The Joe Hendry Era" and leave everyone chanting "We believe." Suddenly, "The Hollywood Hunk" Ryan Nemeth shows up and says "The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth will not be happy about this, as Hendry whines, complains and moans to the point that he tarnishes his brothers' reputation. He says Hendry thinks he is a hero and should be champion, but he is mid-carder, not a hero or a main eventer. Ryan also calls Hendry a snake and a backstabber who tries to get ahead in TNA and that he and Nic do not trust him, and that no one else should, either. Hendry says that since Ryan wants to make up stories, he will tell one of his own about how he could not get to sleep until his doctor told him about Ryan Nemeth's comedy special. He says that if he is a mid-carder, then Ryan is a janitor and he should mop the floor and get him a coffee. After Hendry tells Ryan to stop stealing TV time and glory, Ryan says he will get all the glory he needs when he faces and beats Rhino later, and gives Hendry a front row seat. Hendry then says that the match might as well happen right now, and it does.

"The Hollywood Hunk" Ryan Nemeth beats Rhino by disqualification after Rhino stops him from using a metal folding chair as a weapon only for Rhino to hit Ryan in the back with it.

Backstage, Gia Miller interviews Jordynne Grace. Jordynne says that Tessa Blanchard took her ball and left, and now she is back and saying that TNA is hers despite all the hard work she put in to build it. She says she has represented TNA across oceans and companies and even during a pandemic. She says that she is not the same woman she was five years ago, and if Tessa wants to walk back in, she will be waiting to give her the welcome that she truly deserves.

Backstage, we hear from The Rascalz (Trey Miguel and Zachary Wentz). Wentz says that the tag team titles are being held by absolute legends, but they are making dreams come true and they are riding high. Trey says they want to face The Hardys (Jeff and Matt Hardy) for the tag team titles when The Hardys show up and say that The Rascalz remind them of themselves, and throws down the challenge for Genesis. He then says nothing will stop the Hardy train, but if The Rascalz win, they will have beaten the greatest. The Rascalz accept the challenge.

"Inevitable" Ace Austin beats KUSHIDA despite KUSHIDA hurting Austin's left arm during the match. After the match, Ace Austin thanks the fans for their continued support in Chris Bey's absence as well as for the love and support that everyone has shown to Chris. Ace talks about how he was with Chris before Chris went to surgery and how Chris told him he had to win the big one, then says that it is time to be the top guy with the top title and that he wants "The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth and the World Championship. Moose shows up and says Ace Austin mentioned the top title but forgot to mention his name, and says the X Division title is the flagship title, as without it, TNA would not be what it is and without him, TNA would not be the hottest company on the planet right now. He says that he is the one holding on to the top title, then says Ace is scared of him and tells him to take the easy way out and go after Nic Nemeth. Moose then mentions Chris Bey, which causes Ace to tell Moose to keep Chris' name out of his mouth. He also says that he has held the X Division Champion three times and has represented the division for years, then says that he is willing to be a four-time champion right now. Director of Authority Santino Marella shows up and makes the match official for Genesis with the X Division title on the line.

Backstage, Eric Young and Steve Maclin have a conversation when Jonathan Gresham shows up. Eric Young asks what they are going to do when The System (Eddie Edwards, Brian Myers, JDC) show up. Maclin punches JDC, starting a brawl.

The TNA Moment of the Week is DCC (Bram and Eddie Kingston) vs. Decay (Abyss and Crazzy Steve) vs. The Broken Hardys ("Broken" Matt Hardy and Jeff Hardy) for the TNA World Tag Team Championships on the January 26, 2017 episode of Impact Wrestling.

Backstage, "The Hollywood Hunk" Ryan Nemeth mocks Rhino as he is checked on by the doctor. "The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth shows up wanting to know what has happened, and Rhino shows up angry when his name is brought up. Director of Authority Santino Marella shows up and makes a tag team match, and Joe Hendry shows up to be Rhino's tag partner against Nic and Ryan.

Mike Santana heads to the ring with "The Walking Weapon" Josh Alexander's headgear in his hand. Santana admits he is disappointed after Final Resolution, but he is used to obstacles in his life and he has always beaten them. He then says it is time to get back to being the standard of TNA, then The Northern Armory ("The Walking Weapon" Josh Alexander, Judas Icarus, Travis Williams) shows up. Alexander says a lot of people say they want to be the guy, but only few obtain it. Alexander says that he respects Santana and that iron sharpens iron, and says that the wars between The Latin-American Xchange and The North made him into who he was. He also says that The North sent LAX packing. Alexander then says that Santana making a name for himself after leaving TNA went nowhere, then says that he fought week after week until he became the guy, lost the world title just as quickly, and worked his way back to the title to become the standard. He says that as long as he is in TNA, Santana will never be the guy. As Alexander is about to leave, Santana says Alexander is right, but asks if it is because he was kissing the booker's ass. When Alexander gets mad, Santana calls him out on it, and this also leads to a "bald ass head" chant. Santana says he knows who Alexander is and what he is capable is, then says he can beat The Northern Armory and stomp Alexander out and claims he can beat them all in one night to prove he is "the nastiest ever."

Backstage, Director of Authority Santino Marella tells Jordynne Grace that security will handle Tessa Blanchard if she shows up.

Backstage, we hear from Frankie Kazarian. He says he will be waiting and plotting for the perfect time to take his shot at the World Championship when Leon Slater shows up. Kazarian tells Leon Slater that he has "it" and that all he needs is some mentoring, and says that he is willing to help him out. He then has Slater work as his trophy bearer and watch him wrestle, but Slater says he is here to start his own legacy, not be a young boy. Kazarian tells Slater to stay on that road if he wants and to remember who paved that road, and Slater tells him that he just might pass him on that road before he leaves. JDC then shows up and hopes Slater's demons do not catch up with him and that Slater is missing something.

"The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth shows up. He mentions Joe Hendry being #1 contender for the World title and credits the fans for being behind him every step of the way, then mentions their match at Bound For Glory and Hendry coming close to becoming World Champion. Nic says that he has been blown away by Joe Hendry's ascension and knows what he is capable of, then says that representing the TNA locker room as World Champion has been one of his greatest moments. He says that Genesis will be a special night as Hendry is bringing everything he has and that he will do what it takes to stay champion, then mentions next week's tag team match. Ryan Nemeth then shows up and tells Nic that Hendry is a snake and that will stab him in the back just like how Rhino hit him with a chair for no reason, then says they will show Hendry and Rhino that "Nemeth" is synonymous with greatness. Nic reminds Ryan that they are in a tag team match because of him, and while they will take care of business, he needs to calm down. Nic leaves, then Ryan says Nic is very upset right now because of the fans.

It is revealed that the security guard that Director of Authority Santino Marella stationed earlier has been attacked.

Jordynne Grace, Masha Slamovich and Spitfire (Jody Threat and Dani Luna) beat Ash By Elegance, Heather By Elegance, Tasha Steelz and Rosemary in an eight-woman tag match. After the match, Tessa Blanchard gets in the ring and attacks Jordynne from behind. The losing team joins in, and Rosemary spits green mist into Masha Slamovich's eyes. Meanwhile, Tasha continues to attack Jordynne backstage, choking her with a backpack strap and dragging her down a ramp before telling her to stay out of TNA and shutting her out of the arena.

Here are the must-see moments from tonight's show!

Honor Roll - Ring of Honor recap for January 2, 2025

Red Velvet retains the ROH World Women's Television Championship against Hanako after going for Hanako's eyes.

We hear from Shane Taylor, who says that in America, you are judged by the casualties that you leave behind and not by the content of your character and that nobody cares how you rise to power. He says that days of the true warriors are gone, then says that Shane Taylor Promotions (Shane Taylor, "Taiga Style" Lee Moriarty, "The Captain" Shawn Dean, "Bad News and Tattoos" Carlie Bravo, Trish Adora) is not going to duck anybody and is always prepared to go to war.

Action Andretti and Lio Rush beat Rocky "Azucar" Romero and Homicide.

In backstage footage from Final Battle, "The Natural" Dustin Rhodes and Sammy Guevara celebrate. Dustin says he has been burned by partners before and that he was surprised to see Guevara "110% behind [him]." He also says they went out and did what they said they would do and that Guevara has grown as a man. Guevara says he will keep having Dustin's back, especially at the Tokyo Dome, and Dustin says that if anyone wants a shot at the ROH World Tag Team titles there, they will have it.

Harley Cameron beats Ashley Vox.

Backstage, Lexy Nair interviews Red Velvet. Red Velvet says she is tired of everyone asking her the same question, then "Legit" Leyla Hirsch confronts Red Velvet for how he beat her at Final Battle. She admits she has done Red Velvet dirty in the past, and that Red Velvet had to cheat because she knew she could not beat her. Red Velvet appreciates her persistence, then tells her that she has another title shot and that it will be on her time.

Before the next match, Jacked Jameson says Shane Taylor Promotions (Shane Taylor, "Taiga Style" Lee Moriarty, "The Captain" Shawn Dean, "Bad News and Tattoos" Carlie Bravo, Trish Adora) remains him of Santa's reindeer and extends an invitation to Trish Adora to join "the Savage Clauses" and ride their big red sleighs after playing with the elves in Shane Taylor Promotions and their toys.

Shane Taylor Promotions (Shane Taylor, "Taiga Style" Lee Moriarty, "The Captain" Shawn Dean, "Bad News and Tattoos" Carlie Bravo) beat The Iron Savages (Boulder and Bronson) and The Dark Order (Evil Uno and Alex Reynolds) by submission with a cross arm breaker from Lee Moriarty to Evil Uno.

We look back on Willow Nightingale vs. Athena for the ROH World Women's Championship at Death Before Dishonor 2023.

QT Marshall lasts ten minutes against Kalisto in a Proving Ground Match for the ROH World Television Championship and earns a future shot at the ROH World Television Championship.

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

Here is the recap for tonight's show!

New Year's Evil - NXT recap for January 2, 2024

Lyra Valkyria retains the NXT Women's Championship against Blair Davenport. During the match, it is announced that Kelly Kincaid will have a breaking news update immediately following this match. After the match, Lola Vice shows up and tries to cash in on Lyra Valkyria, but is attacke dout of nowhere by Tatum Paxley. Elektra Lopez shows up and attacks Tatum, then Valkyria makes the save for Tatum, starting a tag team brawl that has to be broken up.

It is announced backstage by Kelly Kincaid that Ilja Dragunov will not be medically cleared tonight and will not be able to compete tonight following the injury he suffered at the hands of Ridge Holland.

Dragon Lee is replaced by Carlito for the next match. (Dragon Lee is unable to compete tonight due to visa issues.)

The Latino World Order (Carlito, Joaquin Wilde, Cruz del Toro) beats No Quarter Catch Crew (Drew Gulak, Damon Kemp, Myles Borne) in a six-man tag match. After the match, Carlito spits apple into Drew Gulak's face.

Backstage, Kelly Kincaid interviews Carmelo Hayes and Trick Williams. Trick wishes the best for Ilja Dragunov and looks forward to their championship match in the future. All of a sudden, Grayson Waller shows up and tells Trick to consider it a blessing, but Trick says he will win the title. After both men argue about winning Iron Survivor status and Grayson calls Carmelo "the valet," this leads to a match between Trick and Grayson, with Carmelo putting Trick's #1 contendership for the NXT Championship on the line.

We hear from Riley Osbourne, who says that tonight is the biggest match of his life and the chance for his name to be among the European greats like Finn Balor and Drew McIntyre and earn a shot at the NXT Championship. While he admits Oba Femi is powerful, he must win.

Roxanne Perez beats Arianna Grace. After the match, Arianna tells Roxanne that she has issues and needs help, and Roxanne responds by beating Arianna up again before putting her in a crossface. Referees have to break the hold. The decision is then reversed due to Roxanne refusing the referee's direction, with Arianne Grace getting the win. Roxanne is livid.

Backstage, Ava says that Ilja Dragunov will defend his championship against whoever wins between Trick Williams and Grayson Waller when he is cleared. She also says that the men's Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic starts next week.

We see a video package of the events leading up to Tiffany Stratton vs. Fallon Henley later tonight.

Backstage, Blair Davenport is met by Nikkita Lyons. Nikkita shows Davenport the respect Davenport did not give her, as taking her out right here does not getting her closer to championship gold. Nikkita also says she would rather do it in the ring. This leads to an argument that officials have to break up.

Fallon Henley beats Tiffany Stratton after Tiffany tries to use a chair during the match and the referee takes it away. As per pre-match stipulation, Tiffany Stratton has to be Fallon Henley's ranch hand.

Backstage, Baron Corbin talks with Bron Breakker. Corbin thinks that they would make a good team for the men's Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic. Breakker thinks Corbin is desperate, but Corbin says nobody else is knocking on Breakker's door because he is a smug, arrogant, a-hole. He says that since they are both "a-holes," they could make a good team and win the tag titles. Breakker warms up to the idea, but both men say they will be the leader of the team, and Breakker eventually agrees.

We hear from Oba Femi, who says that he is head and shoulders above the rest in terms of strength and that Riely Osborne will crumble at his feet as he proves to be the heartbeat of Nigeria and the heart of NXT.

Backstage, Gigi Dolin is talking people when Cora Jade notices Gigi at her locker. Both of them want to fight each other almost immediately, and everyone else in the women's locker room steps in before things get physical.

We see Sarah Schreiber interview Ridge Holland. Ridge admits he is no stranger to injuries, mishaps and accidents in the ring, and that he has been injured at crucial points in his WWE career. He considers The Brawling Brutes (Sheamus, Ridge, Butch) bittersweet, for as much as he treasures that time, he still has flashbacks to when he suffered an injury to his nose two years ago. He says he respects Ilja Dragunov immensely and says that he meant all the words that he said two weeks ago, and that there was no ill will or malicious intent to what he did. Ridge says he is a father and a man at the end of the day, not a monster who takes career away. He says he knows anything can be taken in an instant, and that it is not in his nature to end people's careers. Ridge says he will go through the locker room to redeem himself and prove who he is truly is with no perceptions.

Before the next match, Thea Hail tries to talk to Riley Osborne again while Jacy Jayne pretends not to listen. Riley high-fives her and says she will see her out in the ring.

Oba Femi beats Riley Osborne to win the NXT Men's Breakout Tournament and earn a contract for a match for the NXT Championship.

We hear from OTM (Bronco Nima, Lucien Price, Scrypts). Nima says that Tony D'Angelo and Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo will only have nicknames left when they are done and that they do not have hunger anymore, and Lucien Price agrees. Nima says they have as much hunger as they have gold, and Price says they will have what they are missing around their waists next week. Scrypts says they have beaten the streets and the system, and next week, they will pull the punk card and become tag team champions.

Backstage, Kelly Kincaid interviews Kiana James and Izzi Dame. Izzi says Kiana has the best business mind in WWE and that joining her was a no-brainer. Kiana says Izzi is loyal to a team, has unlimited potential and is unafraid of stomping on anyone to get ahead. Izzi says she hit volleyballs and bitches in her free time, and Kiana says that now that she has her friend, it is time to make some money.

Backstage, Trick Williams talks with Carmelo Hayes. Carmelo says he has Grayson Waller in the bag and that they need to practice like they play, but Trick tells Carmelo that putting his title shot on the line is a crazy idea. Carmelo says he would not put him in that position if he did not think he was ready. Trick makes it clear that he has to do this on his own.

Backstage, Thea Hail and Jacy Jayne decide to let Riley Osborne cool down after his match. Duke Hudson and Andre Chase show up, saying Riley did a good job. Jacy Jayne says she is taking over and says Andre Chase should focus on his debt, since he cannot focus on two things at once, and that Riley will take his place in the tournament. Jacy also says she will get the money, and Thea Hail will help her. Meanwhile, Tatum Paxley meets with Lyra Valkyria, then says that all is right in the world as long as Lyra is champion.

Backstage, Axiom and Nathan Frazer talk about the men's Dusty Cup and entertain the idea of teaming up for it. Malik Blade and Edris Enofe show up and say they are not a real tag team and that they will lose, then leave. Axiom tells Frazer they will handle this as a team.

Backstage, Tony D'Angelo says Andre Chase is not even close to being off the hook. We then get introduced to Adrianna, whom D'Angelo says is the glue that holds the business together. Suddenly, Joe Gacy comes out of the trunk of their car, says he needed a place to think, lets him and Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo know that he disposed of the guy who was in there and leaves.

Trick Williams beats Grayson Waller to retain his NXT Championship match against Grayson Waller. During the match, Carmelo Hayes shows up and gets on the apron, and as Trick is telling him to leave, Kevin Owens suddenly shows up and punches Grayson in the face, allowing Trick to get the win and retain his title shot.

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

Raw Deal - Raw recap for January 2, 2023

The show starts prematurely with The Bloodline (Jimmy Uso, Jey Uso, Solo Sikoa, Sami Zayn) attacking a security guard outside of the ring and taking over the announce table and timekeeper's area in an effort to take over the show. As the announce table is toppled and Sami Zayn proclaims that The Bloodline runs the show, Kevin Owens shows up. Sami Zayn warns him that The Bloodline is not in a good mood and that they are in the process of a hostile takeover of the show. Sami also warns that people are going to get hurt because of Kevin Owens. Owens says he had something to say, but now he wants to punch Sami in the face. WWE official Adam Pearce shows up with security, then forces The Bloodline to leave the ring. Pearce has security remove The Bloodline, but Solo Sikoa levels everyone who gets in the ring. Kevin Owens gets in the ring, but the numbers game quickly takes over. Meanwhile, security walks away, and the locker room has to empty and fight The Bloodline. The Bloodline is forced to climb over the barricade and escape, but Pearce says that if The Bloodline wants to get to work, he will put them all to work in a match tonight. Sami says what happens next is on Pearce's hands. (One of the security guards is independent wrestler Manny Lemons, who is also on this week's AEW Dark Elevation, making him the sixth wrestler to appear on both shows on the same night.)

Backstage, Byron Saxton interviews Bianca Belair. Bianca says she is no victim and that she does not want to talk about Alexa Bliss because their relationship is far beyond repair. She says that Alexa is her own person and that she will do what she wants when she wants, and she is ready to defend her title.

Backstage, WWE official Adam Pearce meets with the rest of the locker room. Montez Ford says he and Angelo Dawkins want a match, and Kevin Owens says The Bloodline (Jimmy Uso, Jey Uso, Solo Sikoa, Sami Zayn) are here for him. Elias says he wants a fight with Solo Sikoa for ending his career. Elias gets Solo in a street fight, and Dawkins, Ford and Owens get The Usos and Sami Zayn in a six-man tag match.

Hardy, whose music is the theme for this year's Royal Rumble event, is seen in the front row.

Alexa Bliss vs. Bianca Belair for the WWE Raw Women's Championship ends in a no-contest. During the match, a man in a black Uncle Howdy mask stares down Alexa Bliss on the outside. As Alexa goes up top after bringing Bianca back into the ring, she sees another person in a black Uncle Howdy mask. The TitanTron then glitches, and Bray Wyatt's symbol can be seen as Alexa starts getting headaches before attacking the referee. Alexa Bliss then mercilessly attacks Bianca Belair before throwing her into the ring steps. Bianca is busted open, and Alexa hits Bianca with a DDT into the steps before leaving. A stretcher has to be brought out for Bianca.

It is announced that Bianca Belair is currently being evaluated and recieving medical attention.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Austin Theory. Theory says his confidence is at an all-time high as 2023 will be his year like 2022 was, then brags about his actions towards Seth "Freakin'" Rollins two weeks ago while declaring himself the present and Rollins the past. He says he has all the cards and that he is outplaying Rollins on every turn, and that his forever reign is just beginning.

Before the next match, Elias says he will smash his guitar across Solo Sikoa's face and that Solo will find out that WWE stands for "Walk With Elias." Elias is about to perform a pre-fight song before Solo makes his entrance.

Solo Sikoa beats Elias in a Music City Street Fight with a Spinning Solo into a piano after Hardy gets in the ring and hits Solo in the back with his own guitar to no effect.

The Bloodline (Jimmy Uso, Jey Uso, Sami Zayn) beat Kevin Owens and The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) after Solo Sikoa shows up and distracts Owens. After the match, all four members of The Bloodline gang up on Kevin Owens. Solo Sikoa gets the chair, and Sami Zayn takes it only for Sheamus and Drew McIntyre to suddenly show up and attack Solo and Sami. Sheamus and Drew McIntyre then brawl with The Usos and come out on top.

It is announced that "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles has suffered a broken ankle during a house show in Hershey, Pennsylvania.

Dexter Lumis beats Chad Gable by countering a pinfall attempt with one of his own after Otis goes after Dexter only to run into the ring post.

We see a video package of "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes' return to WWE in 2022 and his road to recovery.

Damage CTRL (Bayley, Dakota Kai, Iyo Sky) head to the ring. Bayley brags about beating Becky Lynch and says that she did it all by herself, then says that she has beaten everyone before Becky Lynch shows up. Becky says Bayley speaks like she invented the wheel, but she has been on a hamster wheel since her return before calling her a liar and a fraud who cannot do anything by herself. She says it took Bayley years and years to get out of someone else's shadow, but it only took one year to get back in one, then says Iyo Sky and Dakota Kai are doing all the work while Bayley gets all the glory and says it is only a matter of time before someone turns on someone else. Becky says she does not get mad, she gets better, then says that she and Bayley can end everything tonight, but Bayley refuses, saying she has already beaten Becky fair and square. Bayley prefers that Becky face Dakota and Iyo in a tag team match with a partner of her choice, but Becky decides to take her chances in a two-on-one handicap match instead.

Damage CTRL (Dakota Kai and Iyo Sky) beat Becky Lynch in a two-on-one handicap match that turns into a tag team match when "Michin" Mia Yim shows up and becomes Becky Lynch's tag team partner. Bayley gets involved by putting Dakota Kai's foot on the rope during a Mia Yim pinfall attempt, and while Becky attacks Bayley, Iyo Sky hits Mia Yim with Over The Moonsault for the win.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Seth "Freakin'" Rollins. Rollins says 2023 is looking a lot like 2022, but as long as he is here, Monday nights belong to him, and in just a few minutes, so will the United States Championship, and as good as Austin Theory is, he will never be him.

Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Jimmie Allen is seen in the crowd.

Backstage, Byron Saxton interviews Alexa Bliss, who says that she has gained control over Bianca's headspace and that Bianca knows the only threat is her, and now, the Raw Women's Championship belongs to her.

We hear from Dominik Mysterio, who says that sadness is not a bad feeling. He then says the cold emptiness from being in a prison cell is bad, but he has survived a prison cell and that he is just getting started as he puts a toothpick in his mouth.

We see a vignette for Bronson Reed.

Austin Theory retains the WWE United States Championship against Seth "Freakin'" Rollins. During the match, Rollins gets shoved into the referee, knocking the referee down. A second referee shows up after Rollins hits the Pedigree, but Theory kicks out. Soon after this, Theory nearly runs Rollins into the second referee, then hits a low blow and a chop block before nailing Rollins with the A-Town Down to retain.

This week on Raw Talk: Sami Zayn! The Judgment Day (Finn Balor, Damian Priest, Rhea Ripley)! Alpha Academy (Chad Gable and Otis)!

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

After Dark Elevation - AEW Dark Elevation recap for January 2, 2023

Hikaru Shida beats Tyra Russamee.

Before the next match, "Smart" Mark Sterling brags about The Varsity Athletes ("The Premier Athletes" Tony Nese and "The Technical Beast" Josh Woods) testing their strength and conditioning in the high altitudes of tonight's video while bashing the fans for not being able to go up a flight of stairs without losing their breath. He then says that he asked for "the biggest and baddest athletes Colorado had to offer," and says that there must be some sort of mix-up before stating that they will wrap this up so they can leave Colorado and "breathe some real air."

The Varsity Athletes ("The Premier Athletes" Tony Nese and "The Technical Beast" Josh Woods) beat The Pillars of Destiny (Hunter Grey and Paul Titan).

Isiah Kassidy and Matt Hardy beat Manny Lemons and Atiba. (Manny Lemons will also appear on WWE Raw later that night, making him the sixth wrestler to appear on both shows on the same night.)

"The Problem" Marina Shafir beats Lilith Grimm by submission.

Backstage, Lexy Nair interviews Isiah Kassidy and Matt Hardy. Isiah Kassidy says it felt "orgasmic" to win, and Matt Hardy says that he and Kassidy worked together like a well-oiled machine. He says that he and Kassidy are coming for everything, then "All Ego" Ethan Cassidy shows up and chews them out for going through the wrong entrance tunnel and "not following the hierarchy." Matt Hardy appeases to Ethan Page and says that this will not happen again, then tells him that he and Isiah have a good thing going. Ethan Page is impressed and says he did not expect this, then says he feels like a jerk now, then allows them to take the spotlight and finish the interview. Ethan Page leaves, and when Isiah questions Matt, Matt winks at him.

Angelico guests on commentary for the next match.

Athena beats Gypsy Mac by submission, then slams her face first into the Ring of Honor Women's World Championship belt on the outside after the match.

The Dark Order (Evil Uno, John Silver, Alex Reynolds) beat "The Hollywood Hunk" Ryan Nemeth and Chaos Project (Luther and Serpentico) in a trios match.

Julia Hart beats Leva Bates with Hartless.

Jeff Jarrett and Jay Lethal beat Justin Andrews and Ryzin. After the match, Satnam Singh choke slams Ryzin.

The House of Black (Malakai Black, Brody King, Buddy Matthews) beat Hagane Shinno, Rosario Grillo, and Dean Alexander in a trios match.

Honor Roll - Ring of Honor recap for January 2, 2021

We hear from Matt Taven and Flip Gordon about the cancellation of this year's anniversary show and Past vs. Present due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Matt Taven talks about learning about the pandemic spreading across the world and people's reactions to it, and Flip Gordon talks about finding out the shows were cancelled and wrestling in an empty arena against after the announcement of the show cancellations.

In a never-before-seen match recorded in March, "The Mercenary" Flip Gordon beats Bandido.

We hear from Cheeseburger, The Beer City Cruiser and Session Moth Martina about the cancellation of this year's anniversary show and Past vs. Present due to the COVID-19 pandemic, their empty arena match after finding about the show cancellations and how safe the ROH bubble has been.

In a never-before-seen match recorded in March, "Overkill" Mark Haskins beats Jay Lethal by submission.

We hear from Amy Rose and Mark Briscoe about the cancellation of this year's anniversary show and Past vs. Present due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Amy Rose says that everyone had a mini-vacation in Las Vegas that night and how well ROH has handled things, and Mark Briscoe mentions how different the empty arena shows feel.

We hear from Slex, who thanks ROH for how they have handled things during the COVID-19 pandemic as he says that he cannot wait to come back in 2021.

Quinn McKay talks about ROH's restart and the strict quarantining that ensured that everything would go off without a hitch.

ROH thanks the wrestlers, the crew and the fans for their support before wishing everybody a happy new year.

We hear from Maria Kanellis, who says that ROH has cultivated an environment for the wrestlers and the fans. She wants the wrestlers to thrive and wants the fans to get what they desire, and this January, the ROH Experience will return.

500th Episode Blockbuster Special, Part 2 - Championship Wrestling presented by PRO Shingle recap for January 2, 2021

Todd Keneley and David Marquez welcome everyone to part two of the 500th Episode Blockbuster Special.

The Bodega (Danny "Limelight" Rivera and "King FatBoy" Papo Esco) retain the United Tag Team Championships against 4 Minutes of Heat ("Rock God" Ricky Gibson and "Freak Nasty" Eddie Pearl) after Papo Esco holds on to Limelight's hand for leverage.

Will Allday retains the Reality of Wrestling Texas Championship against EJ Sparks with the Sweet Kiss Goodnight followed by a German suplex bridge pin...almost. Before the match, Allday hits Sparks with a title belt shot to the face. After the match, another referee shows up and says that Sparks is the winner. On the replay, it is mentioned that both men's shoulders were down on Allday's German suplex pin. Another referee shows up, and it is announced that both men's shoulders were down and that the match is a no-contest. Allday is furious.

Before the next match, 4 Minutes of Heat ("Rock God" Ricky Gibson and "Freak Nasty" Eddie Pearl) show up and state that you cannot have a Gimmick Battle Royal without the hottest tag team in pro wrestling history.

James "Main Event" Morgan wins the Joseph Franciosi (aka Joe Schmo) Memorial Gimmick Battle Royal, last beating "The American Kaiju" Devin Sparks.

Before the next match, Ray Rosas says it is time to get up close and personal with SoCal Distancing (Dom Kubrick, Andy Brown, Miguel) after waiting for such a long time, then says he found someone "off-world" to gag with him: "BHK" Kevin Martenson.

Ray Rosas and "BHK" Kevin Martenson beat SoCal Distancing (Dom Kubrick, Andy Brown, Miguel) in an unsanctioned three-on-two handicap match.

Generation NXT UK - NXT UK recap for January 2, 2020

General Manager Johnny Saint and Assistant Sid Scala announce two more matches for NXT UK TakeOver: Blackpool II. Eddie Dennis will face Trent Seven, while Tyler Bate will face Jordan Devlin.

Before the next match, Kona Reeves tells the fans to shut up, as they threw him off during his match with Trent Seven a few weeks ago, then says he was jet-lagged, had improper nutrition, did not have enough sleep and was generally not ready. He then tells everyone to sit down so he can focus on the "monstrosity" in the ring, then implies that Dave Mastiff does not deserve to be in the same ring as him before saying tonight is his lucky night. After Reeves states that he will be able to tell his "pathetic" family that he was defeated by him, the next match starts.

Dave Mastiff beats Kona Reeves.

Toni Storm shows up. Storm says that after she lost the NXT UK Women's Championship, she had to go away for a while because she did not know herself anymore, as Kay Lee Ray got into her head and sent her into a very dark place. Toni then states that she owes somebody an apologizes, and says that she would really like to talk to Piper Niven. Piper Niven shows up, and Toni apologizes for letting Kay Lee Ray drive a wedge between them after all Piper has done for her. She then asks Piper Niven to step aside from the NXT UK Women's Championship match at NXT UK TakeOver: Blackpool II, and tells her she will make her the first in line when she wins the title. Piper tells Toni she loves her and has sacrificed much to make it to where she is now, and says that she cannot walk away from this opportunity, stating that Toni has had her time and that she must have hers. Toni pulls her aside only to be headbutted by Piper. This starts a brawl between the two women that referees quickly break up, and Kay Lee Ray shows up and watches from the entrance ramp with glee.

Kassius Ohno beats Ligero with the Kassius Klutch. After the match, Kassius Ohno says he has figured out why his match with Tyler Bate had an unfavorable outcome, and says it will never happen again. He says he lost sight of why he came to NXT UK: to be the liven embodiment of British wrestling. He says it makes him sick to his stomach that nobody in the back knows nothing about British wrestling, then says he is a wrestling genius and that he can beat people with wrestling, not punches or boots, for he is the greatest wrestler alive.

In footage from earlier this week, A-Kid's promo is hijacked by Joseph Conners, who says he is UK TakeOver worthy. Conners tells A-Kid that he is currently on a roll in NXT UK and that he has has no problem ruining things for him.

In footage from during the break, Kassius Ohno says he is the best British wrestler alive when Dave Mastiff shows up from behind and tells him he knows where to find him when he wants to fight a real British wrestler.

Oliver Carter and Ashton Smith beat The Outliers (Riddick Moss and Dorian Mak) when Smith pins Moss with an inside cradle as The Outliers prematurely celebrate a victory.

We see a video package for Gallus (Mark Coffey and Wolfgang) vs. Imperium (Fabian Aichner and Marcel Barthel) vs. "Flash" Morgan Webster and Mark Andrews for the NXT UK Tag Team Championships at NXT UK TakeOver: Blackpool II.

Ilya Dragunov beats Alexander Wolfe in a no-disqualification match. After the match, Fabian Aichner and Marcel Barthel show up and attack Dragunov, then Walter stands at the stage as Wolfe, Aichner and Barthel stand in the center of the stage. As Walter approaches the ring, he is attacked by Joe Coffey, who then runs to the back.

Generation NXT - NXT recap for January 2, 2019

In memory of "Mean" Gene Okerlund, 1942 - 2019.

Tonight's episode is a two-hour look back on 2018. Revisited matches are as follows:

The Ladder Match to decide the inaugural NXT North American Champion - NXT TakeOver: New Orleans, April 7, 2018

Johnny Gargano vs. Tommaso Ciampa in an unsanctioned match - NXT TakeOver: New Orleans, April 7, 2018

Aleister Black vs. Andrade "Cien" Almas for the NXT Championship - NXT TakeOver: New Orleans, April 7, 2018

Tommaso Ciampa vs. Aleister Black for the NXT Championship - NXT, July 25, 2018

Oney Lorcan and Danny Burch vs. The Undisputed Era (Kyle O'Reilly and Roderick Strong) for the NXT Tag Team Championships, NXT TakeOver: Chicago II, June 16, 2018

Bianca Belair vs. Deonna Purrazzo, NXT, August 22, 2018

Johnny Gargano vs. Aleister Black, NXT TakeOver: War Games 2018, November 18, 2018

During the show, the NXT Year-End Awards nominees were named. Nominees for awards can be voted for at WWE.com.

"The King of Bros" Matt Riddle beats Kassius Ohno with the Bromission after Ohno performs one too many running sentons. After the match, Riddle offers to fist bump with Ohno, but Ohno walks away dejectedly. Ohno heads back towards the ring, and the crowd chants "Bro-no!" before Ohno offers a fist bump. Riddle goes for it, but Ohno grabs his arm before attacking Riddle again. Ohno continues to ram Riddle into steel steps as the crowd chants before hitting the rolling elbow and mockingly fist bumping Riddle.

205:Alive - 205 Live recap for January 2, 2019

In memory of "Mean" Gene Okerlund, 1942 - 2019.

Kalisto beats Lio Rush to qualify for the Fatal 4-Way Match for the WWE Cruiserweight Championship at Royal Rumble after Lio Rush is distracted by Lince Dorado and Gran Metalik's noisemakers, allowing Kalisto to recover and hit the Salida del Sol for the win.

Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews Drew Gulak. Gulak says there are many words to describe himself with, but an underdog is not one of them as The Brian Kendrick and Akira Tozawa are "low rent brawlers" and this is a wrestling match. Because of this, Gulak says that Tozawa is at a disadvantage due to the fact that there are now rules, and when Tozawa steps to him, he will tap out. Meanwhile, Akira Tozawa is seen training with The Brian Kendrick.

General Manager Drake Maverick says he has been contacting General Managers from other brands and looking for talent elsewhere, which will lead to new faces and more competition. He expects everyone to rise to the occasion as 205 Live continues to be the top destination for the best cruiserweight wrestling in the world.

Akira Tozawa beats Drew Gulak after countering a superplex to qualify for the Fatal 4-Way Match for the WWE Cruiserweight Championship at Royal Rumble.

Next week: Cedric Alexander vs. Hideo Itami in a qualifying match for the Fatal 4-Way Match for the WWE Cruiserweight Championship at Royal Rumble!

We hear from Cedric Alexander, who says that Hideo Itami's intimidation factor does not work on him and that next week, he will beat him just like when they fought last time. We then hear from Ariya Daivari, who says that next week, Cedric is facing a different Hideo Itami. Next week, Cedric will get a lesson in respect.

Generation NXT UK - NXT UK recap for January 2, 2019 - Episode Two

In memory of "Mean" Gene Okerlund, 1942 - 2019.

Toni Storm beats Deonna Purrazzo. After the match, Rhea Ripley shows up and dares her to come for the NXT UK Women's Championship from the apron.

Backstage, Radzi Chinyanganya interviews General Manager Johnny Saint and Assistant Sid Scala. Next week will be "Flash" Morgan Webster and Mark Andrews vs. James Drake and Zack Gibson, with the winners facing Moustache Mountain (Tyler Bate and Trent Seven) in the NXT UK tag team tournament finals at NXT UK TakeOver: Blackpool.

We hear from Joseph Connors, who says he was sold a lie when he joined NXT UK two years ago just like the rest of "the new toys." He says there is no "we" in NXT UK; there is only yourself and he is about himself. If he has to break all the "new toys," so be it.

We hear from "The Kiwi Buzzsaw" Travis Buzzsaw, who confronts Jordan Devlin for questioning his patriotism, saying he does everything for New Zealand. He says that if Devlin wants a fight, he shall get it.

Backstage, Fabian Aichner and Marcel Barthel tell Assistant Sid Scala that they deserve to be in the semi-finals of the NXT UK tag team tournament, but Scala tells them they have only arrived and that if they interfere in the match, they will be out the door as quickly as the arrived. Aichner and Barthel angrily leave.

"Bomber" Dave Mastiff vs. Eddie Dennis ends in a double-disqualification when both men shove the referee at the same time before continuing to go at it. As referees try to separate both men, General Manager Johnny Saint shows up and says that if this is how they want it, they've got a no-disqualification match at NXT UK TakeOver: Blackpool.

Next week: Moustache Mountain (Tyler Bate and Trent Seven) and Pete Dunne vs. Gallus (Joe Coffey, Mark Coffey, Wolfgang)!

General Manager Johnny Saint and Assistant Sid Scala are in the ring to moderate a contract signing for the WWE United Kingdom Championship at NXT UK TakeOver: Blackpool. Joe Coffey shows up first, followed by Pete Dunne. Both men have an intense staredown despite Assistant Sid Scala asking them to take their seats, then Joe Coffey takes the microphone and says this is like the first time two heads of two farms meet to discuss business. He says that NXT UK TakeOver: Blackpool will be historic, as there will be a change of the guard in NXT UK. He tells Johnny Saint and Sid Scala to back off, then tells Pete Dunne that everything here is now his and that the UK title will also be his. He says that Dunne has been champion for too long, and asks why Dunne is still the champion before stating that it is because he has not been here and everyone else is a pawn in the game. Coffey says it is time for "The Iron King" to stand and claim his throne, then signs the contract on . Pete grabs Joe Coffey's hand and twists at the fingers before signing the contract and telling Joe Coffey he talks too much and that he will see him at NXT UK TakeOver. Suddenly, Wolfgang and Mark Coffey shows up on the stage, distracting Dunne so that Joe Coffey can powerbomb Pete Dunne through the table. Joe Coffey then holds the WWE United Kingdom Championship over a downed Pete Dunne to end the show.

Generation NXT UK - NXT UK recap for January 2, 2019 - Episode One

In memory of "Mean" Gene Okerlund, 1942 - 2019.

"The Kiwi Buzzsaw" Travis Banks beats Jamie Ahmed. After the match, Jordan Devlin shows up and says they have wrestled all over the world and ended up in NXT UK, but the difference between him and Banks is that he has a home country while Banks left New Zealand and never came back.

We see a video package for Gallus (Wolfgang and Mark Coffey) vs. Moustache Mountain (Tyler Bate and Trent Seven) later tonight.

Next week: "Bomber" Dave Mastiff vs. Eddie Dennis!

Marcel Barthel and Fabian Aichner beat "The Lucky Yin" Kenny Williams and Amir Jordan.

In footage from earlier today, Radzi Chinyanganya spots Toni Storm and Deonna Purrazzo argue over who should be at NXT UK TakeOver: Blackpool. Storm proposes they have a match to see who faces Rhea Ripley for the NXT UK Women's title, and Deonna accepts.

In a backstage interview, General Manager Johnny Saint says that NXT UK Takeover: Blackpool will be historic. Assistant Sid Scala announces the NXT UK Women's Championship match when Joe Coffey shows up wanting to know why he has to find them. Joe Coffey says it is about him and his opportunities, and that it is his time and his championship opportunities. He wants a match for the United Kingdom Championship, and Scala says they will take it under advisement.

Jinny beats Candy Floss.

Moustache Mountain (Tyler Bate and Trent Seven) beat Gallus (Mark Coffey and Wolfgang). During the match, Mark Coffey then waves for Joe Coffey, who shows up, but Pete Dunne shows up to even the numbers and brawl with Joe, getting the upper hand and allowing Moustache Mountain maintains momentum and advances to the finals of the NXT UK Tag Team Championship Tournament at NXT UK TakeOver: Blackpool. After the match, Gallus attacks Moustache Mountain, and Pete Dunne fends them off. He and Moustache Mountain clear the ring and stand tall to end the show. Pete Dunne then addresses Joe Coffey, telling him he'll see him at NXT UK TakeOver: Blackpool, then he and Moustache Mountain brawl with Gallus (Joe Coffey, Mark Coffey, Wolfgang) again to end the show.

205:Alive - 205 Live recap for January 2, 2018

TJP beats Akira Tozawa in his first match in three months.

In the locker room, Cedric Alexander meets with Goldust. He says they have a lot to accomplish. He may be over 205 lbs., and he could be a more fit and trim Goldust with a few nips and tucks, but when a friend needs help, he sees the whole thing through. He knows Cedric is a rising star, and he is here to help him on his quest for gold. Goldust compared their tandem to Thelma and Louise, Laurel and Hardy, and Turner and Hooch. Cedric asks if he knows Hooch was the dog. Goldust says Cedric is his "dawg." Cedric says this is the start of a beautiful friendship.

Before the next match, "Gentleman" Jack Gallagher said we all learned that Hideo Itami is here to maim and disfigure, as The Brian Kendrick learned first-hand last week. After footage of what happened is played, Gallagher mentions Kendrick's injuries and says he is out of work for two months. He has watched the footage over and over again, and we see the footage again in slow motion. When he watches the footage, he does not feel empathy, but inspiration to dissect Hideo Itami and make him suffer. Before the bell can ring after Hideo Itami shows up, Gallagher swings the umbrella. Hideo Itami sees it coming, and hits Gallagher with a series of strikes. Gallagher stops Hideo with the umbrella, then a lead pipe is seen in the ring. Gallagher swings the pipe into Hideo's back, then refuses to listen to the referee. Referees show up to restore order to a match that is over before it can begin, then check on Hideo Itami as Gallagher leaves.

Dasha Fuentes interviews Drew Gulak and Ariya Daivari. Daivari says they were not ready for Goldust last night, and Gulak says they suffered a major injustice. Daivari states that their challenge was for Cruiserweights only, but Gulak says they are ready for any challenge. Before Drew Gulak can dediate his and Daivari's victory to Enzo Amore, Goldust sneaks up on them. Gulak breathes in his face, then he and Daivari leave. Goldust replies by saying Gulak's breath stinks.

Cedric Alexander and Goldust beat The 'Zo Train (Drew Gulak and Ariya Daivari).

Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown Live recap for January 2, 2018

"The Phenomenal" AJ Styles shows up to start tonight's show. Styles welcomes everyone to the show, then says it is a new year with new chances and new beginnings. Superstars on both the red and blue brands have made New Year's Resolutions to win their Royal Rumble Match. He resolves to take the WWE title to WrestleMania, and walk out it still champion. He also resolves to beat Sami Zayn tonight. Styles asks if Kevin Owens will be in Sami Zayn's corner, then says General Manager Daniel Bryan will tell us tonight. Daniel Bryan shows up, followed by Commissioner Shane McMahon. Shane says he had the best intentions when he came down to the ring last week and asked the referee to eject Sami Zayn from last week's main event. He says that everyone would rather watch a match dependent on ability rather than distractions. Shane apologizes for costing Styles a win last week. He then says that he has been accused by Owens and Sami of having a vendetta against them. As much as he has issues with them both, he mentions that Daniel Bryan has a bit of a likeness or kinship with them. He asks Daniel why he would allow Sami Zayn to be at ringside, and if he is turning the "Yes Movement" into the "Yep Movement." Shane then says that if Owens will be in Sami's corner, then he will be at ringside during the match itself. Daniel says that wasn't what he was thinking, but he agrees to the idea anyway. He also states that if Owens and Shane will be at ringside, then he might as well be at ringside, too. Shane says 2018 is going to start off with a bang, and with that, Daniel says "Yes!"

Before the next match, The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) know that Shelton Benjamin and Chad Gable want to start the year off as SmackDown Tag Team Champions, but Benjamin and Gable have them to deal with first. The Usos welcome Benjamin and Gable to the Uso Penitentary.

Shelton Benjamin and Chad Gable beat The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) for the WWE SmackDown Tag Team Championships...almost. After another referee shows up, referee Ryan Tran realizes that he has made a mistake, as neither Chad Gable or Jey Uso were the legal man when the pinfall was made. Therefore, the results of the match are null and void and the match is immediately restarted.

The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) retain the WWE SmackDown Tag Team Championships against Shelton Benjamin and Chad Gable.

Renee Young interviews Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn. Owens says this week's match will be no different from last week's match, and that the outcome will remain the same. Sami Zayn says that Commissioner Shane McMahon is accusing General Manager Daniel Bryan of favoritism, but Daniel is just being a good GM and that this is the Kevin and Sami Show. Owens says Sami will prove it when he beats "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles.

Breezango (Tyler Breeze and Fandango) vs. The Bludgeon Brothers (Harper and Rowan) ends before it can begin when The Bludgeon Brothers decimate Breezango before the bell rings. The Ascension (Konnor and Viktor) run in to try to make the save for Breezango, but they fare no better.

Xavier Woods is swinging a Kendo stick while blindfolded when Kofi Kingston and Big E present pancakes in the shape of "2018" covered in whipped cream. Woods is looking forward to becoming United States Champion. Before Xavier Woods can blow out the candle on the pancakes, Rusev and Aiden English show up. Aiden English wishes that every day could be Rusev Day. He then says that is what will happen when he beats Woods and goes on to become United States Champion. Rusev then makes fun of the pancakes and then bows out the candle before Woods can.

Mojo Rawley says that next week, after he beats Zack Ryder in the United States title tournament, Ryder will be in the past where he belongs.

Before the next match, Rusev sings a Rusev Day song about Aiden English winning the WWE United States Championship.

Xavier Woods beats Aiden English to advance in the United States Championship Tournament. During the match, Jinder Mahal and The Singh Brothers (Sunil and Samir Singh) are watching the match from backstage, as Jinder faces the winner of the match in the semi-finals.

Dasha Fuentes interviews Natalya, Carmella, Lana and Tamina. Natalya says the welcoming committee left The Riott Squad (Ruby Riott, Sarah Logan, Liv Morgan) running last week, and they feel good. Before the Squad, there was them. Carmella says The Riott Squad had their fun in 2017, but it is 2018 and the party is over. Lana says the Squad made their big splash, but they showed their hand. Tamina says that was foolish. Natalya says that while imitation is the most sincere form of flattery, there is no substitute for the real thing.

Karl Malone is seen in the front row, performing Diamond Dallas Page's signature taunt.

The Riott Squad (Ruby Riott, Sarah Logan, Liv Morgan) beats Natalya, Carmella and Tamina after Ruby Riott distracts the referee so that Liv Morgan can push Tamina Snuka off the top rope. After the match, Ruby Riott says everyone in the Orlando, Florida crowd must believe in magic, then says magic is not real and that is just like everyone in the crowd: phony. Day in and day out, the people pretend their way through their dreary lives, pretending to be happy when they are all really miserable. She tells the crowd they need a strong dose of reality, and tells them to get a good look as The Riott Squad is real. Their destruction and success are real, and that is why they are all entering the Women's Royal Rumble Match. Before she can speak more, Charlotte Flair shows up. She congratulates them on their victory, and says that was quite the speech from Ruby Riott, but she is a dreamer. Like everyone here, she believes in the power and magic of her dreams. Find something you're passionate about, and your world can change. If Ruby Riott believes in reality, then she will give her a taste of reality, as actions have consequences. She then brings out two people who want to teach them a lesson: Naomi and Becky Lynch, the latter of whom has been out for weeks. The three of them charge the ring, and The Riott Squad meet them at ringside, starting a brawl where The Riott Squad are overpowered.

Baron Corbin says if there was ever a fight designed for him, it is the Royal Rumble Match. He cannot wait to throw everyone over the top rope, as he is officially in the Men's Match, and he cannot wait to main event WrestleMania.

Sami Zayn beats "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles in a match with Kevin Owens, Commissioner Shane McMahon and General Manager Daniel Bryan all at ringside. During the match, referee Mike Chioda tumbles out of the ring to avoid Styles pushing Sami into the ropes, and Kevin Owens gets in his way. Shane pushes Owens to the floor, then demands Owens be ejected, which Chioda does. Daniel Bryan then tells Shane that if he is going to toss Owens out, then he will have to leave with him. As Shane stares at Daniel bemusedly, Owens distracts Styles, allowing Sami Zayn to hit the Helluva Kick for the win. After the match, Styles tells Shane and Daniel to stop bickering like children after asking Owens and Sami if they can't win a match on their own, and says he wants to entertain the fans without somebody interfering. He then demands a 2-on-1 handicap match against Owens and Sami. General Manager Daniel Bryan makes the match official for Royal Rumble, with the WWE Championship on the line.

Here are the top 10 moments from tonight's show!

Raw Deal - Raw recap for January 2, 2017

General Manager Mick Foley starts tonight's Raw. After mentioning some New Year's resolutions and mentioning the WWE Univeral Title match between Kevin Owens and Roman Reigns at Royal Rumble, Jeri-KO (Chris Jericho and Kevin Owens) show up. Jeri-KO says that Foley has a vendetta against them as Owens questions Foley's sense of humor over hanging Jericho in the air in a shark cage like a "sexy pinata" (in Jericho's words), and Jericho makes fun of Foley's new haircut. Owens then complains about Roman Reigns getting another shot at the WWE Universal Championship, and Jericho complains about Seth Rollins Pedigreeing him on top of a car as well as the shark cage. Foley then debuts The Kevin Owens Show as a segment, with Goldberg as Owens' first guest. Owens calls this an abuse of power, but Commissioner Stephanie McMahon shows up and defends Foley, then makes another match: Roman Reigns vs. Chris Jericho. If Roman is counted out of disqualified, Jericho is the new WWE United States Champion. Jericho wants Seth Rollins banned from ringside, and Stephanie makes another match for Owens, this one against Rollins, and if Owens wins, Rollins will be banned from ringside for Roman Reigns vs. Chris Jericho. If Rollins wins, however, Kevin Owens will be banned from ringside. Stephanie then tells everyone else in the ring to get their act together, and tells Owens that his match against Rollins is up next.

Seth Rollins beats Kevin Owens by disqualification after Owens uses the ring bell as a weapon. As per pre-match stipulation, Owens is banned from ringside during Chris Jericho vs. Roman Reigns for the WWE United States Championship. Rollins goes for the Pedigree on Owens after the match, but Owens escapes the move and rolls out of the ring.

Sheamus guests on commentary for the next match.

Karl Anderson beats Cesaro after Luke Gallows shakes the ropes to stop a Cesaro superplex, allowing Anderson to hit a top rope neckbreaker for the win.

Members of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are seen in the front row.

Braun Strowman beats Sami Zayn in a Last Man Standing match. General Manager Mick Foley shows up with an EMT, who places Sami Zayn on a stretcher. Strowman topples the stretcher and attacks Sami Zayn again before leaving.

"The Extraordinary Gentleman" Jack Gallagher and The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) practice fighting with umbrellas in the locker room.

Bring It To The Table debuts on the WWE Network immediately after Raw tonight!

Before the next match, The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) admits that 2016 was a great year for them despite its up and downs, and announce they will be in the 2017 Royal Rumble match. They are about to bring up some New Year's resolutions when Titus O'Neil interrupts them by making fun of their intro, and tells them that if they want to meet hteir 2017 goals, they need a new member in The New Day. Titus tries to kiss up to The New Day, but Xavier Woods isn't interested. Titus calls Woods the weakest link in The New Day, and Woods tells Titus he can prove how weak this link can be before challenging him to a match. Titus responds by punching Woods in the face before accepting the challenge.

Xavier Woods beats Titus O'Neil.

Bayley meets Commissioner Stephanie McMahon backstage, and it becomes obvious that Stephanie McMahon cannot see in Bayley what General Manager Mick Foley saw in her. Nevertheless, Bayley says she is who she is, and she's okay with it. Stephanie says she's almost convinced that Bayley has something and decides to give her a chance by placing her in a #1 contender's match for the Raw Women's title...against Nia Jax.

Cedric Alexander and Alicia Fox run into Noam Dar backstage. Noam Dar almost apologizes to Alicia Fox, but calls her "sweet cheeks."

Drew Gulak beats Cedric Alexander after Alicia Fox pulls Tony Nese off the apron, distracting Alexander and allowing Gulak to grab the tights on a schoolboy pin.

Roman Reigns retains the WWE United States Championship against Chris Jericho when Jericho's plan to get Roman Reigns disqualified on purpose fails. (As per pre-match stipulation, the title was able to change hands by disqualification or count-out.)

TJ Perkins beats Brian Kendrick with the knee bar. Neville is seen watching the match from the back after the match.

Rusev and Jinder Mahal beat Big Cass in a 2-on-1 handicap match.

Tomorrow night on 205 Live: TJ Perkins vs. Neville!

Charlotte - now going by the name Charlotte Flair - guests on commentary for the next match.

Bayley beats Nia Jax with a Bayley-To-Belly from the top rope to become #1 contender for the WWE Raw Women's Championship after Sasha Banks distracts Nia Jax.

The Undertaker and "The Heartbreak Kid" Shawn Michaels return to Raw next week!

It's time for The Kevin Owens Show with special guest Goldberg...actually, it's Chris Jericho, who puts the entire city on The List for expecting Goldberg to be the special guest tonight. Jericho then announces that he is in the Royal Rumble match, which Owens isn't okay with as he doesn't want to fight his best friend. As they speak, Goldberg shows up. Goldberg tells Jericho "You're first!" He then takes off his jacket and throws all the chairs out of the ring, and when Jericho threatens to put Goldberg on The List by asking him what happens when he tosses furniture around, Goldberg says a Spear and a Jackhammer is what happens. Owens responds by tossing out the rest of the furniture in the ring, and Goldberg dares Owens to take a shot at him. As Goldberg and Owens stare down, Paul Heyman shows up - without Brock Lesnar - and announces that Lesnar will eliminate everyone else in the Royal Rumble match. Goldberg tells Heyman he'll do the same, then tells Owens that they have a date at WrestleMania. Roman Reigns shows up and immediately wants a piece of Goldberg, and both Roman and Goldberg stare down. As they do, Braun Strowman shows up and says that if anyone is winning the Royal Rumble match, it's him. Strowman gets in the ring as Roman and Goldberg continue to stare down, then Roman and Goldberg hit a double Spear on Strowman to end the show.

Here are the top 10 moments from tonight's show!

Honor Roll - Ring of Honor recap for January 2, 2016

Thanks to Voices of Wrestling for the recap.

Roderick Strong takes the microphone and issues another open challenge for the ROH World Television Championship. The open challenge is answered by none other than the ECW great Stevie Richards.

Roderick Strong retains the ROH World Television Championship against Stevie Richards. After the match, Bobby Fish shows up and hosts an impromptu Fish Tank, and declares that Roddy tapped out at Final Battle. When Fish asks him if he tapped out, Roddy says no and calls Fish a sore loser before walking away.

Caprice Coleman shows up. He says there's no better place for a no-disqualification match, and calls Will Ferrara a "jive turkey" despite getting a note from Prince Nana just like he did.

Caprice Coleman beats Will Ferrara in a no-disqualification match. After the match, Prince Nana heads to ringside and claps for the winner.

Jonathan Gresham gets an upset win over Cedric Alexander when Alexander wastes too much time showboating before going for a pinfall and Gresham reverses the pin attempt.

"Unbreakable" Michael Elgin beats Donovan Dijak. During the match, Truth Martini gets in the ring and does a spin-a-rooni, much to the delight of the crowd. After the match, Jay Lethal shows up and he and Elgin stare down.

Saturday Night's Main Event - Main Event recap for January 2, 2016

All results courtesy of dailywrestlingnews.com.

R-Truth beats Heath Slater.

Titus O'Neil beats Adam Rose.

Jack Swagger beats Stardust with the Patriot Lock.