Collision Course - Collision recap for January 3, 2026

We hear from Timeless Love Bombs ("Timeless" Toni Storm and Mina Shirakawa), Christopher Daniels, Dante Martin, MVP, Shelton Benjamin and Darby Allin at the start of tonight's show.

El Clon beats Angelico. After the match, Serpentico checks on Angelico only for El Clon to attack him. Komander shows up to make the save, and El Clon immediately retreats.

Backstage, we hear from Jon Moxley, who talks about somehow coming out of the Continental Classic as Continental Champion as well as Shelton Benjamin, saying he is one of the baddest and has his respect, and that while Shelton will throw him around, he will have to do more than hurt him.

Timeless Love Bombs ("Timeless" Toni Storm and Mina Shirakawa) beat Hyan and Maya World. As Timeless Love Bombs leave, Marina Shafir heads to the ring for the next match.

"The Problem" Marina Shafir and Megan Bayne beat Raché Chanel and Londyn Dior with a Death Valley Driver from Megan to Londyn on Raché followed by Mother's Milk from Shafir to Raché.

Backstage, "The Walking Weapon" Josh Alexander, Hechicero and Lance Archer attack people backstage as Alexander states that The Don Callis Family will dominate this weekend.

Hechicero beats Komander to face Mark Briscoe for the TNT Championship next week after El Clon shoves Komander off the top rope as the referee checks on Hechicero.

We see footage of "The Acclaimed" ("Platinum" Max Caster and Anthony Bowens) doing some team-building exercises. (One of them involves a man in a Santa Claus suit, who is played by Fallah Bahh.)

Tony Schiavone interviews Eddie Kingston and Ortiz in the ring. After wishing two fans with birthday signs a happy birthday and thanking them for coming out tonight, Eddie says that he is glad Ortiz is back. Eddie calls Ortiz his "right hand" that "keeps [him] calm and cool" and that he will be around a little bit longer thanks to him, then Ortiz says Eddie has the gift of gab while he has the gift of putting his foot up people's asses. Ortiz says that they are coming for Grizzled Young Veterans (Zack Gibson and James Drake), as does Eddie.

Backstage, Lexy Nair interviews Big Bill and "The Outlaw" Bryan Keith. Big Bill says JetSpeed ("The Jet" Kevin Knight and "Speedball" Mike Bailey) have made a lot of enemies, and that he has heard from a guy who knows a guy who knows a guy that there is a bounty on them. Bryan Keith says that he is taking that bounty and that when the money comes calling, it is time to pay up.

JetSpeed ("The Jet" Kevin Knight and "Speedball" Mike Bailey) beat Big Bill and "The Outlaw" Bryan Keith.

Backstage, we hear from Grizzled Young Veterans (Zack Gibson and James Drake). Gibson says Eddie Kingston and Ortiz may have everyone fooled, but he and Drake see through them, and that they are not done by a long shot. He says that Grizzled Young Veterans will make a name for themselves at Eddie and Ortiz's expense. Drake asks Eddie how much of a hero he will be when they taret his leg, and how much of a Good Samaritan Ortiz will be when he is dragged into the deep end.

Shelton Benjamin beats Dante Martin. Shortly after the beginning of the match, Shelton shoves Dante off the top rope into the barricade with authority, potentially injuring him. During the commercial break, MVP tells Dante Martin to stay down so he does not get hurt, but when MVP lays down the microphone, Dante tells Shelton Benjamin that his mother did not raise a bitch before asking if his mother did the same. After the match, MVP demands a round of applause for Dante Martin, saying Scorpio Sky called in sick when he found out he was facing Shelton Benjamin. Shelton and Dante shake hands, then MVP demands a round of applause for Shelton. MVP says Shelton does not need him to talk him up as his accomplishments speak for him, which leads to Jon Moxley. He gives credit where credit is due to Moxley for winning the Continental Championship, and while he considers Moxley a cult-like leader for The Death Riders (Moxley, Claudio Castagnoli, Wheeler Yuta, Daniel Garcia, PAC, Marina Shafir), The Hurt Syndicate (MVP, Bobby Lashley, Shelton Benjamin) just wants to make money. MVP knows that Moxley loves pain and bleeding like a stuck pig, but calls Shelton "the apex predator" and declares that while Moxley is dangerous, Shelton is even more dangerous, as while Moxley is driven by ideology, he is not Shelton Benjamin. MVP says Moxley will get hurt very badly, because The Hurt Syndicate hurts people.

In backstage footage from earlier today, Lexy Nair interviews Bandido and Sammy Guevara. Guevara is irritated that Bandido is getting a shot at his destiny at his expense, and challenges him to a match next week and do something so heinous that he will take his place as ROH World Champion. Bandido asks Guevara why he is so angry, then gives him his title match.

It is announced that Stokely Hathaway has been injured at Worlds End. We hear a message from Stokely who says that he has been receiving excellent hospital care and that his hospital bills have exceeded $400,000. We also see fans with flyers with "The Stokely Foundation" on them.

Jon Moxley guests on commentary for the next match.

Darby Allin beats Wheeler Yuta by submission with a double foot stomp in the corner, two Coffin Drops and the Scorpion Deathlock. During the match, "The Problem" Marina Shafir gets ejected from ringside, which leads to her getting attacked by "Timeless" Toni Storm and Daniel Garcia becoming Wheeler's new ringside second after Daniel Garcia attacks Darby at ringside behind the referee's back.

Memphis Thing - Memphis Wrestling recap for January 3, 2026

In memory of Denise Kimble, 1969 - 2025.

We see footage of "The Gift" Ray Sanders returning to the WrestleCenter.

Dustin Starr interviews "The Chosen One" Zay Washington and Justin Case at the announce desk. Justin Case asks if anyone has seen "The Problem" Aaron Roberts after what they did to him, then says that Aaron Roberts is gone from Memphis Wrestling and that they can focus on the Grind City Rumble. Washington says the other twenty-nine competitors are a match for them, and after getting rid of a problem, he wants something new: a Memphis Wrestling championship. Justin says that Washington will walk into the ring and walk out Memphis Wrestling Heritage Champion before he and Washington laugh, then Washington no longer has a big problem and that he has a job tossing everyone else out in the Grind City Rumble. Justin Case then says that regardless of who Washington has to toss out, he is leaving the Grind City Rumble as champion.

We hear from The Slaughterhouse (Reverend Ash Taylor, Jagged James, Nasty Nick). Ash Taylor tells Matchmaker King Cobra that he has seen what they have done and who they have left laying in the WrestleCenter, and that they will keep doing this until they get what they want: The Modern Day Monsters (Bruce and Marrow). He says that The Modern Day Monsters know how to find them and that the doors to The Slaughterhouse are not only open, but they have an invitiation, and they know how to find The Slaughterhouse so they can finally put them down.

Big Mama beats Momma Money after Momma Money inadvertently collides with CJ Money at the ring apron.

Backstage, "The King of Pow" Chris Lexx is with Jake Brewer at the Grind City Rumble tumbler. He draws a number and likes what he sees. As he leaves, he has a brief conversation with K-Toomer, who shows up with DJ Klaun and also draws what he considers a favorable number for the Grind City Rumble.

"The Gold Standard" Eli Knox beats "The Ember" Shawn Aries with a schoolkid pin while grabbing the tights after Shawn Aries lands on his feet from missing a top rope 450 splash. After the match, Dustin Starr interviews Eli Knox at the announce desk. Eli Knox calls out "Cold Hearted" Colton Cage, who shows up, and offers a brand-new 2025 Lambourghini in exchange for a title shot. Colton Cage flatly declines, saying there is something else he wants, and wants him to think really hard and give him something a little bit more valuable.

Backstage, Jake Brewer is at the Grind City Rumble tumbler. Jack Passion shows up and draws a decent number, then The Home Town Man from Total Nonstop Action suddenly shows up and draws what he considers "the best number to draw in [his] hometown."

The Slaughterhouse (Reverend Ash Taylor, Jagged James, Nasty Nick) show up and bring Marrow with them. Jagged James and Nasty Nick throw Marrow into the ring and choke slam him. Dustin Starr interviews Reverend Ash Taylor at Taylor's demand, and Taylor declares that they have put down The Modern Day Monsters (Bruce and Marrow) before demanding a meeting with Matchmaker King Cobra, stating that he wants them embarrassed and hurt in front of the WrestleCenter crowd. He says they have been beaten, but they have not been slaughtered, and calls out King Cobra, telling King Cobra to find him and give them The Modern Day Monster or else they will keep slaughtering.

Backstage, Jack Brewer is met by Main Event Money (Main Event Bradley, CJ Money, Mama Money). CJ Money draws what Bradley considers a good number as Bradley talks about how he likes his new family and hates his old one. Big John Dalton shows up and gets insulted by Bradley before drawing what he considers a good number for the Grind City Rumble.

Dustin Starr interviews Diana Taylor at the announce desk. Diana says that she is better and has rightfully reclaimed what is hers, then says that she has one piece of business that needs attending to. She brings up Su Yung blinding her after she was hired by Nixi XS, then says that she knows Su Yung is coming back and that she will see her at SuperBout V.

Backstage, Jake Brewer is met by Makkari Kandy, who draws her entry number and likes what she sees. The L.A. Hustlers (Notorious Bradley and Ruffshot Lamonte) show up and draw a number, but do not like what they see, but are confident that they will win.

Major Curtis meets with his recruits for a five-mile run, saying that if they're not puking, they're not doing it right. He also tells his recruits to use their hands if their legs give out. The janitor decides he has had enough and does not take part in the five-mile run.

Matchmaker King Cobra thanks the fans for Memphis Wrestling's success on Facebook and YouTube in 2025.

Dustin Starr interviews "The Gift" Ray Sanders at the announce desk. Ray Sanders says that he is healthy and that he needs to make up for Tim Bosby cashing in on him, then says that he will win the Grind City Rumble and win back the Memphis Wrestling Heritage Championship. All of a sudden, VaShawn Harvey and Oso Suave show up, and VaShawn takes offense to Ray Sanders saying he will win the Grind City Rumble, and tells Ray Sanders that he will attack him like Tim Bosby did to Derrick King. Ray Sanders punches VaShawn in the face and gets him in the ring, starting the next match.

"The Gift" Ray Sanders beats VaShawn Harvey after senior referee David Knight keeps VaShawn Harvey from using a metal folding chair as a weapon.

Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for January 3, 2025

"The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes heads to the ring to start tonight's show. Cody announces that despite everything that is going on, he is not cleared to wrestle because of Kevin Owens. As he mentions the ladder match for the Undisputed WWE Championship, Drew McIntyre shows up. McIntyre enters the ring, then hugs Cody, who does not reciprocate. He then says is here to help Cody, not hurt him, as he is not on hist list. McIntyre tells Cody that he is about to ruin his own life's work, and says that WWE's best time is right now and that Cody is the best right now. Cody admits that he and McIntyre are kindred spirits, then tells McIntyre that he does not believe him and that he can feel that the situation will devolve. He then says that if McIntyre wants a shot at his title, he can come and get it. McIntyre tells Cody that he will see the truth right now and reiterates that he is here to help him, then tells Cody as he leaves that he needs to watch his back. As Cody confronts McIntyre, he is attacked from behind by Owens. McIntyre leaves as Cody and Owens brawl, and officials rush in to restore order.

Shinsuke Nakamura beats Andrade. After the match, LA Knight runs into the ring and attacks Nakamura. He goes for the BFT, but Nakamura shoves Knight away and escapes. Knight says that one way or another, he is coming to collect what is owed to him.

Backstage, Apollo Crews is met by Pretty Deadly (Kit Wilson and Elton Prince). Legado del Fantasma (Santos Escobar, Angel, Berto, Elektra Lopez) shows up as Apollo Crews says everyone knew Pretty Deadly was lying, and as Pretty Deadly deny lying to Legado del Fantasma, they get attacked by Angel and Berto, which has to be broken up by officials. General Manager Nick Aldis then has a chat with Pretty Deadly.

Backstage, as General Manager Nick Aldis speaks with Pretty Deadly (Kit Wilson and Elton Prince), #DIY (Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa) shows up to defend Pretty Deadly. Aldis says he does not know what they are all up to, but they are all on thin ice. After Aldis leaves, #DIY says Pretty Deadly make good #1 contenders and that "#DIY makes the line," and also says it is important that #DIY leaves tag team champions tonight.

"Michin" Mia Yim beats Piper Niven.

We see a vignette for Naomi.

Paul Heyman is in the ring. Heyman says he is here to set the record straight and that everyone will find out who the real Tribal Chief is, and that while he and Roman Reigns prepared Solo Sikoa to become the future Tribal Chief, "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes got the better of Roman at WrestleMania. He says that when that happened, Solo took the opportunity to steal the ula fala from Roman Reigns and rebuild The Bloodline in his image as the original Bloodline would not acknowledge him. He says that in Tribal Combat, there are no rules except that there must be a winner and a loser, and that Roman Reigns will be the winner. As Heyman leaves, Solo Sikoa shows up. Heyman says he is about ten seconds away from pissing his pants after Solo had him attacked last time, as he knows Solo will have it happen again if he even blinks at him wrong. Solo demands the microphone, which Heyman reluctantly hands over to him, then says he needs somebody trustworthy who loves his family to hold the ula fala. He then says that if Roman wins, Heyman will place the ula fala around his neck and that he will acknowledge Roman as Tribal Chief. He also says that if he beats Roman, Heyman will not only do him the honor, but he will be his wiseman forever as Roman acknowledges him. Heyman drops the microphone on the mat after Solo hands it back to him, then leaves.

We hear from The Motor City Machine Guns (Chris Sabin and Alex Shelley). Chris Sabin is angry at Johnny Gargano for throwing away their friendship for the WWE tag titles, and Alex Shelley says that Gargano taught them a lot, and says it will take one shot to get the titles back.

The Motor City Machine Guns (Chris Sabin and Alex Shelley) vs. #DIY (Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa) for the WWE Tag Team Championships ends in a no-contest after Pretty Deadly (Kit Wilson and Elton Prince) show up and distracts Chris Sabin only for Los Garza (Angel and Berto) to chase them into the crowd and then into the ring as The Machine Guns have #DIY in a double submission. #DIY (Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa) retain the WWE Tag Team Championships.

Backstage, Candice LeRae and Nia Jax wonder where Tiffany Stratton is. Candice says that she is here while Tiffany is gone after what happened last week, and Nia tells Candice to make sure Bianca Belair stays out of her way.

Backstage, Sami Zayn is met by Carmelo Hayes. Carmelo says he had Sami beat until Braun Strowman showed up, but Sami says Carmelo was two seconds away from getting his head kicked in. Carmelo then challenges Sami and Braun to a match before The Usos (Jimmy Uso and "Main Event" Jey Uso) show up, which causes Carmelo to walk away. Sami leaves, then The Usos run into Kevin Owens. Jey tells Owens to watch where he is going, but Owens tells them to watch their backs.

Backstage, General Manager Nick Aldis meets with "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes and tells him to put his hatred for Kevin Owens aside and think about his future. Cody says he respect Aldis for doing his job, but he is the champion and he has to call his shots. Cody says he welcomes a fight with Drew McIntyre, then says that he will drop Kevin Owens on sight.

Nia Jax retains the WWE Women's Championship against Naomi after Bianca Belair beats up Candice LeRae to keep her from interfering only for Tiffany Stratton to show, feign cashing in, and hitting Naomi with the briefcase to help Nia retain. After the match, Nia goes for the A-Nia-Lator on Naomi, but Tiffany hits Nia with the briefcase and throws Candice out of the ring. Bianca then picks Nia Jax up and hits her with the K.O.D., then Tiffany throws Bianca over the announce table, cashes in for real, and hits the Prettiest Moonsault Ever to become the WWE Women's Champion.

We see a video package for Roman Reigns vs. Solo Sikoa in Tribal Combat next week on Raw.

We hear from The Bloodline (Solo Sikoa, Tama Tonga, Jacob Fatu). Jacob Fatu talks about how he loves Solo Sikoa and that people are about to find out what happens when they do not acknowledge him, and that Solo will be acknowledged when he beats Roman Reigns in Tribal Combat.

Backstage, Byron Saxton interviews LA Knight, who says that Shinsuke Nakamura has hell to pay and that next week, he has Nakamura for the United States Championship before setting his sights on the Royal Rumble.

The Bloodline (Solo Sikoa, Tama Tonga, Jacob Fatu) beat The Usos (Jimmy Uso and "Main Event" Jey Uso) and Sami Zayn in a six-man tag match after tagging himself in to hit Jey Uso with the Samoan Spike after Jey hits Jacob with the Uso Splash.

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The Teardrop Xplodes - Xplosion recap for January 3, 2025

We look back on Austin Aries vs. Bobby Roode vs. Jeff Hardy for the TNA World Championship from Genesis 2013.

Gia Miller interviews Jordynne Grace for Around The Ring. Jordynne Grace talks Christmas traditions.

We look back on Masha Slamovich, Jordynne Grace and Spitfire (Jody threat and Dani Luna) vs. Rosemary, Tasha Steelz, Ash by Elegance and Heather by Elegance from last night's show.

We look back on Taya Valkyrie vs. Tessa Blanchard for the Impact Wrestling Knockouts Championship from Bound For Glory 2018.

Those Dynamite Kids - Dynamite recap for January 3, 2024

In backstage footage from last Saturday at Worlds End, Samoa Joe says he is not a prophet or a seer, but he saw the future and he saw a championship. He says he does not predict the future, but he keeps promising. Joe says MJF did everything at his disposal to beat him, but he turned everyone he loved against him and took everything from him. He says MJF may be a scumbag, but he is a heartless son-of-a-bitch, and in a world that is not big enough for the two of them, he will always take what is his. He says that he is AEW World Champion, and that he will take everything from anyone who tries to take the title from him.

Adam Cole, The Kingdom (Matt Taven and Mike Bennett), Roderick Strong and Wardlow - now known as "The Undisputed Kingdom" - head to the ring to start tonight's show. Adam Cole says that the fans are stupid and do not know right from wrong for thinking he is the bad guy for betraying MJF when MJF has made more enemies than everyone ever, and if that makes him The Devil, then he deserves a first-class ticket to Hell. He says that MJF is a narcissist who only cares about himself and has had his claws dug into AEW for some time, and that eventually, everyone will thank him, for MJF is gone and he is never coming back. Adam Cole says MJF would betray him the second he felt he did not need him, for MJF needed him when he did not need MJF, and that he beat him to the punch. He says he sacrificed the friendship and that he was the one who lost something - not MJF - when he broke his ankle. Cole says their friendship made everyone fall in love, and that he not only saved MJF's world championship reign, but also ended it. He states that this was all about bringing MJF to his knees, and states that "MJF is dead." He then states that "The Undisputed Kingdom" is very much alive, and despite their disdain towards MJF, they have one thing in common: to win championship gold. Cole states that they already have the Ring of Honor World Tag Team Championships while Roderick Strong and Wardlow will go after the World Television and World Championships respectively, and that Samoa Joe will eventually do the right thing and relinquish the AEW World Championship to him. He says it was no problem to do business with Joe, and sincerely hopes that by the time Wardlow challenges for the AEW World Championship that Joe is not champion, for it would be horrible to hurt a friend. Cole says that the five of them took action because they were tired of waiting for change, and that his kingdom will start a new chapter in AEW and that The Devil is here to stay. Suddenly, "Switchblade" Jay White shows up and admits that he is impressed that Adam Cole has not lost his edge, and while he likes what he did to MJF, he does not like being collateral in his plans. He then states that he is not alone and brings out The Gunns. Wardlow helps Adam Cole flee before he, The Kingdom and Roderick Strong gang up on them. All of a sudden, The Acclaimed run to the ring and even the numbers game, and the rest of The Undisputed Kingdom flee. Bullet Club Gold (Jay White, Austin Gunn, Colten Gunn) and The Acclaimed then have a staredown before Bullet Club Gold roll out of the ring.

In backstage footage from last Saturday at Worlds End, we hear from Eddie Kingston, who says that the Continental Classic brought him a confidence he did not have before until he beat the best, including Jon Moxley, and that it will now take someone special to beat him.

We hear from Daniel Garcia, who says that Swerve Strickland will try to apply pressure to someone who does not break and keeps on fighting, and that he will not fold and will not be beaten when he fights through the pressure and beats Swerve.

"Freshly Squeezed" Orange Cassidy retains the AEW International Championship against Dante Martin. After Orange Cassidy and Dante Martin shake hands, Private Party (Marq Quen and Isiah Kassidy) show up, with Marq Quen making his first appearance on AEW programming in months. Marq Quen re-introduces Private Party and says the tag division has been missing something, and Isiah Kassidy says it is flavor, excitement and Private Party. Isiah says they are putting every tag team on notice, including The Hardys (Jeff and Matt Hardy), then says "New year, new champs."

Backstage, Renee Paquette interviews "Timeless" Toni Storm, who says that she belongs on Broadway and that she is calling it a night and heading to Manhattan to party. On the subject of Mariah May, Toni says she pay her dues by wrestling in New Jersey before Luther carries her away.

We hear from Malakai Black and Buddy Matthews. Malakai accepts FTR's (Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler) challenge, but they will do it in a place that will cut them deep - North Carolina - in front of their families. If FTR loses, they will have to join The House of Black (Malakai, Buddy, Brody King, Julia Hart).

Backstage, Renee Paquette interviews Prince Nana and Swerve Strickland. Nana says Daniel Garcia is a respectable competitor, but he is getting in the ring with "the boss of bosses." Swerve says he respects that Garcia is after what he is after, then says big pressure is not about making diamonds, but making pain. Swerve then says that he wants championship gold in 2024, and that he is gunning for Samoa Joe and the AEW World Championship.

Mariah May beats Queen Aminata in her AEW debut match. After the match, Renee Paquette interviews Mariah May in the ring. Mariah May says she has wanted to be a wrestler since she was a little kid and that being in an AEW ring is surreal to her, then hopes that Toni Storm is watching and states it is "all about Mariah." She then admits the only regret was that it had to be done in New Jersey, then "The Virtuosa" Deonna Purrazzo shows up. Deonna gets in the ring, states she is from New Jersey, and that if Toni Storm does not want to be here, then New Jersey does not want her here. She then tells Mariah May to tell Toni that no matter where she runs or hides, she will find Toni, for she is "All Elite" and AEW is in "The Age of the Virtuosa." Mariah May says she is not the messenger, then says "Tell her yourself, bitch," before slapping Deonna only to get slapped back.

Tony Schiavone interviews The Patriarchy ("The Patriarch" Christian Cage, Killswitch, "The Prodigy" Nick Wayne, Shayna Wayne) in the ring. Shayna Wayne takes the microphone and demands that the people stop booing her, get on their feet and respect the greatest TNT Champion that has ever lived in Christian Cage. Christian says it has been 200 days since he won the TNT Championship on the first episode of Collision and it has been a historic run for sure, then tells the fans to shut up after calling them "sweathogs" deserving of discipline. Christian then thanks Shayna for being so loving, nurturing and understanding, then thanks Nick Wayne for putting his body on the line, which led to Adam Copeland nearly ending his career even as Nick Wayne stuck out the fight. He then thanks the man who ensured the victory and put the final nail in the coffin of Adam Copeland: himself. This leads to people chanting "Luchasaurus" following Christian's slighting of Killswitch. Christian says he is now 2-0 against Adam Copeland and that is the back of the line for Copeland and no more title shots for him, then says Copeland has to wake up every morning and realize that he is superior to him. He admits that Copeland brought the fight and that they left it all in the ring, but in the end, one of them does not have a soul, and that is why he still stands TNT Champion. He then says what happened at Worlds End is just a glimpse of what he will do to stay champion. The fans chant "Luchasaurus" as Christian boasts that he has made the TNT Championship what it is and that he will hold the TNT Championship until he decides to hand it over to Nick Wayne to carry on his legacy. He then says The Patriarchy is now and forever.

Backstage, Renee Paquette interviews The Outcasts (Saraya, Ruby Soho, Harley Cameron). Ruby Soho appreciates Harley Cameron's help from last week, and Cameron says that she was made for this role and that she would do anything to prove her loyalty.

Don Callis guests on commentary for the next match.

"The Alpha" Konosuke Takeshita beats Darby Allin.

Backstage, Renee Paquette interviews The Don Callis Family (Don Callis, "The Alpha" Konsouke Takeshita, Powerhouse Hobbs, Kyle Fletcher). Callis says that next week, it all comes back to Daily's Place, and he tells Darby to bring Sting so Powerhouse Hobbs and Konosuke Takeshita can break Sting's undefeated streak.

Eddie Kingston guests on commentary for the next match.

Trent Beretta beats "The Outlaw" Bryan Keith, "The Machine" Brian Cage and El Hijo del Vikingo in a four-way match to face Eddie Kingston for the AEW Continental Crown.

Backstage, Renee Paquette interviews "Daddy Magic" Matt Menard when "Hangman" Adam Page shows up and says that he is going to beat somebody's ass after somebody put him through a car windshield.

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

Swerve Strickland beats Daniel Garcia. After the match, Swerve offers his hand to Garcia, and as Garcia reaches out to shake it, Prince Nana hits Garcia with a low blow. Matt Menard fights Swerve, but Swerve lays him out. As Prince Nana declares that Swerve Strickland is the next AEW World Champion, "Hangman" Adam Page shows up and confront Swerve in the middle of the ring. Swerve laughs, and Hangman punches Swerve. Referees and security have to separate both men as the show ends.

Generation NXT - NXT recap for January 3, 2023

Carmelo Hayes beats Apollo Crews following the interference by Trick Williams. After the match, Axiom runs into the ring and takes out both Carmelo Hayes and Trick Williams.

Axiom beats Trick Williams. After the match, Trick Williams and Carmelo Hayes gang up on Axiom, but Apollo Crews runs into the ring and forces them to retreat.

Backstage, The New Day are confronted by The Schism. Rip Fowler says The New Day avoid them because they know they are a threat. Kofi says that is not the case and that Rip and Jagger need Gacy to sign their permission slips to talk to them. Gacy says there is no hierarchy in The Schisms, and that Kofi only thinks he knows what family is. Kofi then says they do not have a problem with Rip Fowler and Jagger Reid, but with Gacy specifically, and Kofi proposes a one-on-one match with Gacy.

In footage from early Wednesday morning at 2:00 a.m., Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo is handcuffed to a chair as Dijak interrogates him. Dijak says loyalty has consequences and that his actions will not go unconsequences. He says that Tony D'Angelo has his goals and that he has his, and tells Stacks that he is the face of fear in NXT. Stacks tells Dijak to be a man and uncuff him so they can go at it in the ring. Dijak says he plans on that, then lays the handcuff key on the table.

In footage from earlier today, Drew Gulak coaches the students of Chase U when Andre Chase takes exception to Gulak teaching his students without his permission. Gulak says he wanted to know what Charlie Dempsey meant when he said Chase U's students were soft. Gulak then says "Mixed results," which draws the ire of Andre Chase. Duke Hudson steps up to defend Chase, while Hank Williams steps up to defend Gulak. Chase then shuts the teachable moment down.

Dijak beats Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo. After the match, Tony D'Angelo tries to attack Dijak, then says Dijak wishes he had half the heart that Stacks did. He then challenges Dijak to face him in a match where he can face street justice "the Tony D way."

Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell interviews Oro Mensah. Oro says he is diving into 2023 head-first when Javier Bernal shows up and says 2023 will be his year, starting with his own Christmas album, even though Christmas was two week ago. Oro says Javier Bernal will not a verse to sing when he is done with him tonight.

Toxic Attraction (Gigi Dolin and Jacy Jayne) head to the ring. Dolin says that they were, are and will be the most dominant female faction in NXT history. She says that 2022 is in the past and that all eyes will be on her and Jayne and watching with resort as they cut through the women's locker room. Jayne says she and Dolin will be the one calling shots, and while everyone watches their every move, they only care about Roxanne Perez, who wants to take down their empire while they want to rebuild with her broken body. Indi Hartwell shows up and says she thought she saw the last of Toxic Attraction, but she is willing to continue what Roxanne started and bring in more new blood. Cora Jade comes out of the audience and says nobody cares about Indi. Nikkita Lyons shows up for somewhere else in the audience and says that she is surprised the building can contain Cora's ego and that she is willing to throw hands. Zoey Stark then shows up and wants to know why Nikkita is here. Wendy Choo shows up and says Zoey is so angry and that nobody wants to see an angry champion, then says she has no reason to call Cora Jade names. As Cora says she has had enough, Thea Hail shows up to declare a "girl fight." The rest of the NXT women's division then flood the ring and brawl with each other as referees restore order, and Alba Fyre and Isla Dawn get their match started early. Roxanne Perez then shows up on the balcony. She says nobody has to fight each other, as there will be a twenty-woman battle royal with the winner being the first one to face her for the NXT Women's Championship at Vengeance Day. Everyone then starts brawling again.

Alba Fyre beats Isla Dawn in an Extreme Resolutions Match.

Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell interviews Grayson Waller. Waller talks about how he spent the last ten days at home on holiday taking in the inevitable, then says Bron Breakker is his most vulnerable when in "Hulk Smash" mode. He then says that next week will be a cakewalk and that he has Bron's number.

We see a video package chronicling the feud between Indus Sher (Veer Mahaan and Sanga) and The Creed Brothers (Julius and Brutus Creed).

Oro Mensah beats Javier Bernal.

Backstage, Fallon Henley, Josh Briggs and Brooks Jensen celebrate Henley winning the bar back. Kiana James shows up to tell Fallon she will hold up her end of the bargain and that she will see her in the battle royal, then tells Jensen to text her later.

We see a strange video of Katana Chance and Kacy Catanzaro talking with medical.

Drew Gulak beats Andre Chase with the Gu-Lock. During the match, Charlie Dempsey is seen watching the match from backstage, but he soon takes off his sling and leaves.

Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell interviews Wes Lee. He says that Tony D'Angelo and Dijak want his title, but they want to beat each other up even more. He entertains the idea of watching from commentary and challenging the winner.

Xavier Woods guests on commentary for the next match.

Kofi Kingston beats Joe Gacy despite the interference and distraction by the rest of The Schism (Rip Fowler, Jagger Reid, Ava Raine).

Backstage, Charlie Dempsey meets with Drew Gulak and Hank Walker and says it is on next week. Gulak tells Dempsey that Hank will rip his arm out of its socket.

Backstage, The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods) meet with Pretty Deadly (Kit Wilson and Elton Prince). Elton Prince says he and Kit Wilson say they are done going through the hopes, then say they will go through the gauntlet and beat three teams for a shot at the NXT tag titles.

It's time for The Grayson Waller Effect. Grayson Waller says that tonight will be Bron Breakker's last appearance as NXT Champion and that he will save NXT when he beats Bron for it. Bron Breakker then shows up. Grayson tries to get under Bron's skin by making fun of what happened last week, but when that does not work, Grayson tries to drag that out of him. Bron compliments Grayson on getting under everyone's skin and going viral, then says all Grayson has done is distractions before saying he will leave next week at NXT Champion. Bron ends up getting under Grayson's skin, and Grayson says all Bron has done is steal his dad's gimmick. Bron says he will see Grayson next week, but when Grayson tries to escalate things, Bron beats him up.

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

After Dark - AEW Dark recap for January 3, 2023

Christopher Daniels beats Brian Pillman Jr.

Backstage, Lexy Nair interviews "The Hollywood Hunk" Ryan Nemeth, who says that there are no small roles, only small actors, then says he has looked from the bottom there is only one him. He then thanks his entire West Coast team for making his dream before asking if he has a match tonight.

Emi Sakura beats Jada Stone.

Backstage, Arn Anderson talks with Brock Anderson and Brian Pillman Jr. He says that "Daddy Magic" Matt Menard was a little more conniving, and he and Brock are not happy about this. Arn then tells Pillman not to think any less of his abilities after being beaten by a veteran in Christopher Daniels. He then says that he has looked back at the one time Pillman and Anderson tagged together, and says that while he is grasping at straws, he does see a spark between them. Pillman says he has lost everything he has worked for and that he is truly lost, then says he was told to look for Arn Anderson for advice when he started his career. He then says that he does not know where to go from here and he is calling in that favor. Arn Anderson tells Brock and Pillman to listen to him and give the tag team a try, as their history as of late makes him want to puke.

"The Hollywood Hunk" Ryan Nemeth beats Dak Draper.

Blake Christian beats Sean Maluta.

Before the next match, Ari Daivari proposes to Leon Ruffin that instead of wrestling each other, all Ruffin has to do is lay down and let him beat him, and in return, he will make him an official member of The Trustbusters (Daivari, Sonny Kiss, Slim J, Jeeves Kay). Daivari also promises that Ruffin will come out the bigger winner. Ruffin says he does not lay down for anyone, especially "a jackass like [Daivari]."

Ari Daivari beats Leon Ruffin following the distraction by the rest of The Trust Busters (Sonny Kiss, Slim J, Jeeves Kay). After the match, The Trustbusters (Daivari, Sonny Kiss, Slim J, Jeeves Kay) continue to attack Ruffin, then AR Fox and Blake Christian run in with chairs and force The Trust Busters to retreat.

Rohit Raju beats Richard Adonis.

Jora Johl beats Jarett Diaz.

Backstage, Lexy Nair interviews Rohit Raju. Rohit says he is hungry, and says he wants the main course buffet and not the nuggets he has gotten in 2022. He says that if other people in AEW are not careful, he will eat from their plates.

The Dark Order (John Silver and Alex Reynolds) beat Axton Ray and Blanco Loco.

The Varsity Athletes ("The Premier Athlete" Tony Nese and "The Technical Beast" Josh Woods) beat The Skulk (Liam Gray and Adrian Alanis).

Kiera Hogan beats Kaci Lennox.

The Trustbusters (Sonny Kiss and Slim J) bat Ryzin and Cameron Stewart.

"Captain" Shawn Dean beats Ariel Dominguez.

Top Flight (Darius and Dante Martin) beat The Workhorsemen (JD Drake and Anthony Henry).

Raw Deal - Raw recap for January 3, 2022

At the start of the show, the lights go out, and when they come back on, Paul Heyman is in the ring. Heyman then introduces Brock Lesnar to the ring. Lesnar throws some ring steps into the ring, then stands on them like a podium with the WWE Championship on his shoulder. He gives a big shoutout to Roman Reigns, who he says is sitting at home watching Raw and seeing "the real champion" before telling Roman to get well soon. Lesnar then says "South Carolina...acknowledge me," before acknowledging Paul Heyman for advocating his free agency and pulling some strings to make him WWE Champion. Heyman brags about the behind-the-scenes machinations to put Brock Lesnar in the WWE Championship picture, then says that Lesnar is focused on defending and retaining. Heyman then goes on to talk about how Seth Rollins and Kevin Owens teamed up to go for the title, then says Seth Rollins is no visionary and that Becky Lynch might leave Rollins if he doesn't beat Lesnar for the title. Heyman says Rollins and Owens might as well get traded to SmackDown, as Roman Reigns is vulnerable without special counsel these days, then talks about Lesnar's history with Bobby Lashley, saying that if Lashley wins tonight, he will have to face Lesnar face-to-face, not from behind. Heyman then says that Big E was a great champion and that he would still be champion if it were not for Lesnar, and that he and Lesnar have nothing but respect for him. He says that if Big E won tonight, it would be an honor to see Big E vs. Lesnar.

Backstage, Matt Riddle meets with Randy Orton wearing gold chains and sunglasses, then proposes they create their own rap group as he talks about his celebrity connections. Orton takes the chains and sunglasses away and asks what happened to their new year's resolutions. When Riddle mentions listening to Orton more, Orton says that when Riddle listened to him, they got on the right track. The two of them make an Eminem reference.

Before the next match, Chad Gable says he will be handing out free lessons with the help of Otis tonight, and that their first resolution is to teach RK-Bro the meaning of acceptance when they learn their tag team title reign is coming to an end at their hands.

Alpha Academy (Chad Gable and Otis) beat RK-Bro (Matt Riddle and Randy Orton) after Gable keeps Orton from tagging in.

Backstage, Sarah Schreiber interviews MVP and Bobby Lashley. MVP says Lashley has to overcome insurmountable odds to beat Kevin Owens, Seth Rollins and Big E, saying it is a Herculean task. Lashley says Brock Lesnar fears him.

Backstage, Kevin Patrick interviews Omos, who puts his hand across Kevin Patrick's face and says "That's how I relax."

Dana Brooke and Reggie retain the WWE 24/7 Championship against Akira Tozawa and Tamina after Tozawa inadvertently boots Tamina in the face and gets nailed by Tamina for it.

Becky Lynch heads to the ring. Becky says there is something about the new year that inspires people, because when the clock strikes midnight, everything can seemingly change for the better, and while she admires the locker's room ambition, she plans on remaining Raw Women's Champion. She says that if the last three or four years have proven anything, it is that the locker room cannot beat her. Becky then says she has looked back on her decisions in the past year and realized she has become a work of art. She says that a good work of art makes one feel, and that she makes the people feel. She also says that fine art reveals the truth, then tells the fans that their wishes will not come true and that the rest of the locker room will not beat her to become Raw Women's Champion.Becky says to look no further than Liv Morgan, and as Becky says that Liv broke her promise to herself and the fans to become champion, Liv shows up and says there is nobody who is harder on herself than herself and that they both know how close she came to winning. Liv then says that the only thing she ever promised herself was that she would give it her all and leave it all in the ring, and she did exactly that at Day 1. Becky says Liv will win the Raw Women's title when she retires, then Bianca Belair shows up. Bianca says she is sick and tired of seeing Becky act like she is untouchable, saying she not Liv Morgan believe her hype and that while she may have taken a detour, she is coming back for the Raw Women's title. Becky says both Liv and Bianca have fallen for her "beat, sleep, retreat" pattern and says they can both form a support group for people who almost beat her. Bianca and Liv then argue over who wants to face Becky, then Becky tells them to sort it out between themselves. Liv and Bianca toss Becky out of the ring, then the two of them go at it with each other. As Bianca goes for a K.O.D. on Liv, Becky gets back in the ring, breaks the hold and hits Bianca with a Manhandle Slam.

Backstage, Kevin Owens meets with Seth Rollins. Rollins wants to know what he should do about Paul Heyman, but Owens is more focused on what to do about Bobby Lashley and Big E, saying that if one of them wins, they can go at it for the WWE Championship at WrestleMania. Rollins says he loves the plan and that they can trust eac other.

Queen Zelina and Carmella retain the WWE Women's Tag Team Championships against Nikki A.S.H. and Rhea Ripley with a schoolgirl from Zelina Vega to Nikki A.S.H.

Before the next match, The Street Profits announce that they are officially in the men's Royal Rumble match.

We hear from Rey and Dominik Mysterio. Rey says that they will be in the men's Royal Rumble match this year.

The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) beat Apollo Crews and Commander Azeez.

Backstage, Sarah Schreiber interviews Damian Priest, who says that Dolph Ziggler wants his furious side, but if he can keep cool, he can beat Ziggler. He says that whether he wins with mercy or after giving a beating is all up to Ziggler.

Backstage, Doudrop confronts WWE officials Adam Pearce and Sonya Deville over Liv Morgan and Bianca Belair getting another shot at the WWE Championship, saying the fans are getting tired of the same women getting shot after shot at the Raw Women's Championship as she demands a title shot. Sonya makes a Triple Threat Match next week between Liv, Bianca and Doudrop, with the winner getting a shot at the title at Royal Rumble.

Damian Priest retains the WWE United States Championship against Dolph Ziggler after throwing a chair at Robert Roode and kicking out of the Zig Zag. (In this match, the title could have changed hands by disqualification or count-out.)

Backstage, Austin Theory meets with Vince McMahon, who says that who say sorry show weakness and that those who don't mean to interrupt mean to interrupt. Vince shows he is impressed with Austin for beating Finn Balor from behind. Vince then tells Austin Theory that he is in the men's Royal Rumble, and that if he wins, he faces the opponent of his choice at WrestleMania.

The Miz and Maryse head to the ring. Miz says he and Maryse are outraged after what happened at Day 1, saying he had Edge where he had him and that he still had to prove himself against him despite being a two-time grand slam champion. He says that he saw the look of defeat in his eyes and was about to lay Edge to rest until Beth Phoenix showed up and allowed Edge to steal the victory when he deserved to lose. Miz says Edge deserved to lose after he ruined their wedding vow renewal last week, and says the fans enjoyed it because their relationships are so bad that they want bad things to happen to good people like them. Miz then says true love always wins, then says Edge hid behind his wife and that he does not deserve respect for relying on his wife to fight his battles, asking who would do it only for the fans to tell him that he would. Maryse disagrees, saying Miz does not need her to fight her battles and that he is strong, then says that if Beth Phoenix were here, she would punch her right in the face. Beth then shows up, followed by Edge. Edge says most people would take the loss and move on, but he knows Miz better than that and knew he would make every excuse in the book about why he lost and proving what kind of hypocrite he is. After Edge says that he did not ask Beth to fight his battles for him and after Beth says what happened at Day 1 was her idea, Edge then decides to give Miz what he wants: Miz and Maryse vs. Edge and Beth Phoenix at Royal Rumble. Miz accepts the challenge, much to the chagrin of Maryse, who wants nothing to do with this. Maryse then falls back when Beth psyches her out.

Backstage, Kevin Patrick interviews Big E. Big E says being WWE Champion meant a lot to him and a lot of people, and while there is no shame in losing to Brock Lesnar, he will not get kicked and stay down or wallow in self-pity, and he wants his next chapter to be his best chapter. Tonight, he has an opportunity to right all those wrongs and get on the path to reclaiming what is his, and he says will be damned if there is a soul on Earth who can stop him.

Omos beats "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles.

Next week: Alexa Bliss' journey back to Raw!

Bobby Lashley beats Kevin Owens, Big E and Seth Rollins in a Fatal 4-Way Match to face Brock Lesnar for the WWE Championship at Royal Rumble. After the match, Kevin Patrick interviews Brock Lesnar backstage. Lesnar says he will see Roman Reigns this Friday on SmackDown.

This week on Raw Talk: Edge and "The Glamazon" Beth Phoenix! Becky Lynch! 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 3, 2022

Riho beats Valentia Rossi.

Andrade el Idolo beats JP Harlow with a submission move called "La Muerta."

Megan Bayne beats Leila Grey.

Scorpio Sky beats Ray Jaz.

The Dark Order (John Silver and Alex Reynolds) beat Mike Orlando and Shayne Stetson.

Jake Atlas (having come out of retirement) beats Serpentico.

Skye Blue beats Angelica Risk.

Jay Lethal beats Troy Hollywood.

Championship Gold - The 2020 Year End Review

This is a special "best of 2020" episode. Moments and matches include:

Dan Joseph vs. Royce Isaacs for the United Television Championship (February 8, 2020)

Ray Rosas vs. Watts in an open challenge for the Hollywood Heritage Championship (September 5, 2020)

Lacey Ryan vs. Heather Monroe in a Falls Count Anywhere Match in Match 4 of their best-of-seven series (April 11, 2020)

The return of Jack Banning (December 26, 2020)

205:Alive - 205 Live recap for January 3, 2020

Ariya Daivari beats Danny Burch after a man in a pink wrestling match jumps the barricade and distracts Burch, allowing Daivari to hit Burch with a low blow followed by the Hammerlock DDT for the win. After the match, the man in the pink mask unmasks himself to reveal he is The Brian Kendrick, who says that he is the one to found the Cruiserweight Division and the best thing to happen to cruiserweight wrestling. He then tells the fans to do something before hitting Burch with Sliced Bread #2.

The Singh Brothers (Samir and Sunil Singh) beat Corey Storm and Anthony Wayne.

Angel Garza beats "The Premier Athlete" Tony Nese.

Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for January 3, 2020

Backstage, Daniel Bryan is met by The Miz, who says that "The Fiend" Bray Wyatt violated his home and that he needs to avenge what The Fiend did by taking away everything that he cares about. The Miz then admits that Daniel Bryan earned the right to face The Fiend, and asks him to defeat The Fiend not just for the WWE Universal Championship, but for him and for everyone.

Bayley and Sasha Banks show up to start tonight's show. As Bayley says that everyone has made it to 2020 and talks about Lacey Evans, her daughter and Dana Brooke, Lacey and Dana show up. Lacey says it is her passion to show a positive example and set a better life for her daughter. After stating that Sasha and Bayley have used her seven-year-old daughter to get to her, she then says she has made it her New Year's resolution to stop her. Alexa Bliss and Nikki Cross show up, and Alexa says that she and Nikki can see what is going on, then asks if they belong in the next match before Nikki proposes they try to get the women's tag titles back. Alexa says that she and Nikki might as well start 2020 with a win.

Lacey Evans and Dana Brooke beat the team of Bayley and Sasha Banks and the team of Alexa Bliss and Nikki Cross in a Triple Threat Match.

Backstage, Otis is met by Mandy Rose. Otis tells Mandy he knows what Dolph Ziggler did because his mother saw it, and Tucker shows up to tell Otis he has a match.

Backstage, The Miz meets The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Big E). The Miz is in a down mood, but Kofi reminds The Miz that he had a very good 2010s. The Miz mentions what "The Fiend" Bray Wyatt did to him, then smacks the tray of pancakes out of Kofi's hand. Miz challenges Kofi to a match, and Kofi accepts the challenge.

Elias is in the ring. He sings about the hopes he has for 2020 while making fun of numerous Superstars, then says everyone will walk with him at Royal Rumble.

In footage from earlier today, The Revival (Scott Dawson and Dash Wilder) talk about their match from last week. Wilder says they risk life and limb just to be made into jokes, and Dawson says respect should be put on their names. Shorty G shows up and says that they should embrace who they are and not to listen to the negativity. Wilder says he never really thought of it that way, and he and Dawson make fun of him. Shorty G is undeterred, but Wilder challenges him to a one-on-one match. Shorty G accepts the challenge.

Scott Dawson guests on commentary for the next match.

Shorty G beats Dash Wilder by disqualification after Scott Dawson gets involved in the match. After the match, The Revival attack Shorty G. All of a sudden, Sheamus shows up for the first time in months and chases The Revival out of the ring before hitting Shorty G with a Brogue Kick.

Kofi Kingston beats The Miz with an O'Connor Roll. After the match, The Miz attacks Kofi from behind, then quickly runs away. Miz then becomes frustrated with the fans on the stage.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Daniel Bryan and Roman Reigns. Daniel Bryan says that The Miz is mentally breaking, as has everyone who has faced "The Fiend" Bray Wyatt, and says he hasn't been broken yet because he is unbreakable. After Daniel Bryan says he will win the Universal Championship, Roman Reigns says he will enter the men's Royal Rumble, win the match and face him for the title that nobody beat him for. Daniel Bryan says he is always ready, and will be even more ready at WrestleMania. Roman Reigns says the only people not ready tonight are Dolph Ziggler and Baron Corbin.

Backstage, John Morrison - who has not been seen in WWE since 2012 - comes out of The Miz's dressing room and tells Cathy Kelley that The Miz has nothing else to say right now.

Before the next match, Drew Gulak tells Otis that there is no way that Mandy Rose will ever date him, as she wants a man with a mind and a physique like himself or Dolph Ziggler, and says that Otis looks like he is leaking butter. Gulak then presents a 372-slide PowerPoint presentation about Mandy Rose will never date Otis, then Otis grabs Gulak and tosses him into the ring to start the next match.

Otis beats Drew Gulak. During the match, Mandy Rose and Sonya Deville are watching from backstage. Dolph Ziggler shows up and tells Mandy to apologize to Otis.

Braun Strowman beats Cesaro. After the match, Shinsuke Nakamura hits Strowman with the Kinshasa.

Next week: Lacey Evans vs. Sasha Banks!

Roman Reigns and Daniel Bryan vs. King Corbin and Dolph Ziggler ends with the appearance of "The Fiend" Bray Wyatt. Daniel Bryan fights The Fiend, but The Fiend quickly overpowers him. As Roman checks on Daniel, Ziggler and Corbin attack Roman, then handcuff Roman to the ring post to pour dog food on him. Suddenly, The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) - who have not been seen in months - show up and fight Ziggler and Corbin off. They then release Roman from the handcuffs to end the show.

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

Friday Night's Main Event - Main Event recap for January 3, 2020

Results courtesy of The Smackdown Hotel.

Chelsea Green beats Sarah Logan.

Before the next match, Mojo Rawley says that No Way Jose embarrasses himself in the ring because he parties every night, then says that the people of Hartford, Connecticut are not even smart enough to spell the word "adage," much less know what it means. He then says he is here to walk the walk, not talk the talk, and he will do it by embarrassing No Way Jose, because this is how he rolls.

Mojo Rawley beats No Way Jose.

Final Impact - Impact Wrestling recap for January 3, 2019

Rich Swann, Willie Mack and The Rascalz (Dezmond Xavier, Trey Miguel, Zachary Wentz) beat "Reborn" Matt Sydal, "All Ego" Ethan Page and oVe (Sami Callihan, Jake Crist, Dave Crist). After the match, Callihan attacks Willie Mack with a baseball bat before demanding that Jake Crist get a table out from underneath the ring so the three of them can put Willie Mack through it. Afterwards, oVe taunt Rich Swann before leaving.

We see a video package chronicling the recent events between Eddie Edwards and Moose.

Eli Drake shows up with a paddle. He says the conspiracy continues, because Impact management does not think highly of him after the last few weeks. He says there is no chance of Abyss showing up after what he did to him, and says Impact can do all they want to intimidate and scare him, for he is a survivor and adapter to become exactly what he hates to beat anyone he wants at their own game, for he is a dying breed, he is that good and he is hardcore. Suddenly, Tommy Dreamer shows up with a steel chair and fends off Eli Drake before hitting a DDT. As Tommy puts Eli Drake's head through a steel chair, the lights go out. When they come back on, Raven is in the ring. Dreamer tells Raven to get out, then Eli Drake tells Raven to fight Dreamer. Raven and Dreamer then attack Eli Drake instead and stand together.

Before the next match, Gama Singh dedicates the match to "The Smoke Show" Scarlett Bordeaux. After Fallah Bahh and KM make their entrance, Scarlett shows up and sits on a chair on the stage to watch the match.

Fallah Bahh and KM beat The Desi Hit Squad (Rohit Raju and Raj Singh).

We hear from The Lucha Bros. (Pentagon Jr. and Fenix). Pentagon Jr. says that The Latin-American Xchange (Santana and Ortiz) are brothers like them and that they are a lot alike, but since Konnan left their corner, they have been nothing but trouble they have not learned how to communicate. He says that Konnan was right when he said it would not be a friendly match at Homecoming, and ever since he showed Santana zero fear and Santana pushed, he has crossed the line of respect. At Homecoming, it is not just for the tag titles; it is for pride, honor and respect which will all go out the window they become tag team champions. Fenix tells Santana he will really beat him and that LAX will be wrestling the best tag team in the world who will sacrifice everything in the ring to win the titles.

Allie beats Kiera Hogan. After the match, Allie and Su Yung attack Kiera, then Jordynne Grace shows up and fights off Allie and Su Yung at the same time before helping Kiera out of the ring.

In footage from earlier today, Trevor Lee confronts Impact management and demands a match after watching people who he says can't compete at his level. Scott D'Amore and Don Callis give him a match for tonight.

We hear from The Latin-American Xchange (Santana and Ortiz), who say that all they ever wanted to do was to become professional wrestlers, and growing up, everyone else wanted to be a basketball player, rapper, or hustler on the street corner, but not them. Their drug of choice was pro wrestling, and they were the ones who found the school and went to work just to live their dreams. Ortiz says that he was the one to pick Santana up when times were tough, and that Santana did the same for him. He says that they know they are something else, but the one time Konnan was not in their corner, they lost. He says that they have to fact the fact that Konnan is not always going to be there for them, and that they need to prove to him, the fans, themselves and everyone else that they can do this on their own. Santana says Konnan is worried they will break up the family, but time and time again, they have proven that they are better. They wanted to be one of the best, and they now stand as one of the best in Impact Wrestling. He asks how they could have gotten back to the block, their city and his daughter if they did not give a title shot to The Lucha Bros. (Pentagon Jr. and Fenix), and at Homecoming, they will make history.

Trevor Lee's opponent is revealed to be Killer Kross.

Killer Kross beats Trevor Lee with the Kross Jacket. After the match, Kross address Johnny Impact, wishing him luck in his match against "The Machine" Brian Cage at Homecoming and to do whatever it takes to win. He says that sometimes it feels like he is not getting through to Johnny, and shows what happens when diplomacy fails by grabbing the timekeeper, taking him to the corner, pulling a cinder block from and asking the timekeeper to hold the block up to Trevor Lee's head so he can punch through it and send his fist into Trevor Lee's face. After scaring the timekeeper to the point that the timekeeper runs away through the crowd, Kross then says "I'll be watching, John! Don't disappoint us!"

During the break, Impact referees and management help Trevor Lee to the back.

At Homecoming: Sami Callihan vs. Willie Mack! Allie and Su Yung vs. Kiera Hogan and Jordynne Grace!

This week's GWN Flashback Moment of the Week is Jerry Lynn vs. Sean Waltman (as Syxx-Pac) from Sacrifice 2005.

The Lucha Bros. (Pentagon Jr. and Fenix) beat "The Machine" Brian Cage and Johnny Impact following miscommunication between Cage and Johnny. After the match, Cage and Johnny argue in the middle of the ring. age tries to leave, but Johnny drags Cage back into the ring, starting a brawl between the two men. Referees have to run in to break the brawl apart, but they are quickly overpowered before Cage and Johnny begin brawling again. Security runs in to separate both men, and they end up having to pull Cage off of Johnny. Suddenly, the impact locker room have to step in, but Johnny Impact takes out everyone with a double corkscrew off the top rope before both men have to held back on the ramp.

The show ends with the cold open for Homecoming.

Here are the top five moments from tonight's ten-man tag match!

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

Total Divas Island - Total Divas recap for January 3, 2018

At Raw in Boston, Massachusetts, Charly Caruso and Nia Jax talk about blind dates. Nia asks R-Truth for some dating advice.

At SmackDown Live in Providence, Rhode Island, everyone is getting ready for SummerSlam. This year, Trinity has a title match with Nattie. As everyone talks about Instagram, Jon Uso mentions a photo going around of Naomi and Lana kissing during their vacation. Rusev finds the whole thing bizarre. Carmella shows up, then Carmella finds out she has been replaced with Lana at a live event. This leads to a slight tiff between Lana and Carmella.

Nattie has a match with Becky Lynch. Lana complains to Tamina about Nattie's promo skills again. Meanwhile, Nattie cannot wait to win another title for the first time in seven years.

In New York City, Brie and Nikki are in Brooklyn, and Nikki has a few meet-and-greets. Brie and Nikki talk about how things have changed in a year.

Back in Providence, Rhode Island, Natalya is in a limo with Carmella, Trinity and Lana. Natalya talks about how she loved her match tonight as everyone heads to New York City. Lana explains that she did not ask to get on live events to bump Carmella off a live show, but this leads to more friction between her and the other women in the limo.

Nia Jax and Maryse meet in a restaurant in New York City. Maryse tells Nia Jax about a firefighter/EMT singles party to help Nia find a man. Even though dating isn't reasonable for her given her schedule, but she is interested. Maryse also learns that you need not slaughter a cow to get milk.

Alexa Bliss is at a restaurant with Buddy Murphy from NXT. They have been engaged for two years. They have not seen each other much since Alexa was called up to the main roster, and if Buddy Murphy does not improve in NXT - which is not going well, since rehab is not as quick as he had hoped - then he will have to move back to his native Australia. Alexa and Buddy are worried about their future in America if Buddy is let go, and while a fiancee's visa - where the person filing for the visa has to marry in 90 days - is an option, Alexa does not want to rush into a wedding.

Nattie, Lana and Rusev are at the gym. After Nattie and Lana mess with Rusev as far as women kissing each other goes, Nattie tells Lana she is working on her promos. Lana tells Nattie she wants her to do well, but Nattie feels like Lana is like a wasp in her ear.

Alexa, Nia and Maryse head to the firefighter/EMT fantasy singles party. They meet with Charly Caruso on the way there. Nia does not feel comfortable in the situation, and she does not find the party interesting. She also does not see anyone whom she finds attractive. Maryse feels awkward for Nia. Suddenly, Nia finds someone who is more her type in Johnathan. They exchange numbers, then Nia and the women leave. Maryse plans a Sex and the City party, and Nia says she'll show up.

Nattie, Lana and Nia talk about the situation between Lana and Carmella. Lana walks off, and Rusev follows. Nattie and Nia talk about the former's SummerSlam match, and Nattie wants to win a title or else she may never get that opportunity again. Nattie and Nia then talk about Lana, and Nattie feels like she is second-guessing herself every time she cuts a promo.

Lana does a photo shoot for Muscle and Fitness. Rusev then tells Lana he cannot stop thinking about her kissing another girl, and wants to know more about it. Lana says there is nothing wrong with it and that she is surrounded by beautiful women all the time.

Alexa, Nia and Buddy Murphy talk about Buddy's performance in NXT. Buddy has work plans in case he is let go. Alexa talks about what her and Buddy's options are in case Buddy's work visa expires, but Nia feels like Alexa has an excuse for everything she mentions to her and that she should re-think things. Alexa feels Nia doesn't want to take the time to understand her life, and in return, she doesn't want to take the time to understand hers.

Nia is about to go shopping with Alexa for the party, but Alexa does not show up, and Nia is worried that she made Alexa upset. Nevertheless, she tries to enjoy herself. Brie and Nikki show up, and as they go shopping, Nia mentions what is going on with her and Alexa.

Everyone heads to the "Sex and the City" party. Nia meets Alexa for the first time since their meeting in the restaurant, and apologizes for making her angry with her, saying she can be blunt at times. Alexa apologizes, saying she gets defensive at times. Everyone then takes a party bus to a drag show, then everyone starts touching each others' breasts to mess with Rusev, who goes to talk to another woman, who agrees to try to hook up with Lana as "her lesbian gift." Lana has no idea what is going on here, and thinks Rusev is trying to prank her. Lana tells Rusev that she loves him, and that she loves teasing him because he thinks it is weird. Lana admits that she may have confused him a little bit, even if she was exaggerating with it a few times.

Lana talks to Carmella outside of the drag show, and tells her that she would never purposefully try to toss her off a live show. Carmella tells Lana that if she tries to mess with her money and career, she will not play that game. Lana, who feels threatened, tells Carmella that if she accuses her of doing such a thing again, they will have a serious problem.

Generation NXT - NXT recap for January 3, 2018

General Manager William Regal introduces us to the best of 2017. There will not only be some of the best matches of the year, but also some un-aired and backstage footage as well. Memories mentioned include:

"The King of Strong Style" Shinsuke Nakamura vs. Bobby Roode for the NXT Championship (NXT TakeOver: San Antonio, January 28)

"The King of Strong Style" Shinsuke Nakamura's final bow in NXT (April 12)

The Authors of Pain (Akam and Rezar) vs. #DIY (Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa) for the NXT Tag Team Championships (NXT TakeOver: San Antonio, January 28)

Drew McIntyre vs. Bobby Roode for the NXT Championship (NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn III, August 19)

We see a video package of NXT tag teams to watch in 2018: The Undisputed Era (Bobby Fish and Kyle O'Reilly), Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford), the team of Tino Sabbatelli and Riddick Moss, Heavy Machiner (Tucker Knight and Otis Dozovich), TM61 (Shane Thorne and Nick Miller).

In two weeks, we take a look at TM61's (Shane Thorne and Nick Miller) much-anticipated return to NXT.

Aleister Black vs. The Velveteen Dream (NXT TakeOver: War Games, November 18)

In a previously unaired match, Drew McIntyre retains the NXT Championship against Adam Cole in a match with "The Heartbreak Kid" Shawn Michaels as special guest referee. During the match, McIntyre ducks a super kick meant for him, which inadvertently hits Shawn. Bobby Fish and Kyle O'Reilly, who were ejected from ringside earlier in the match by Shawn, return to drag Shawn out of the ring. McIntyre takes out Fish while Shawn hits O'Reilly with Sweet Chin Music when he comes to. Cole goes for another superkick to Shawn, but Shawn ducks and McIntyre catches it, swinging Cole around and hitting the Future Shock DDT before hitting the Claymore to retain. (November 17)

Andrade "Cien" Almas wins the NXT Championship (NXT TakeOver: War Games, November 18)

We hear from Andrade "Cien" Almas and Zelina Vega. Zelina Vega does not think much of Gargano, but they are taking him seriously and she is sure Andrade will retain the NXT Championship. Andrade says he is preparing for his future. Zelina goes on to say that Gargano is a broken man and not over 2017, and that she and Andrade know how to pull on his heartstrings. Andrade says he is always calm, and Zelina says the NXT Championship is not going anywhere after NXT TakeOver: Philadelphia. Zelina then concludes by saying that Johnny Gargano is not worth their time, and that nobody can hold a candle to Andrade "Cien" Almas.

Asuka relinquishes the NXT Women's Championship after 523 days as undefeated champion before signing to the main roster (September 23)

We see the future of the NXT women's division in 2018: Billie Kay, Peyton Royce, Lacey Evans, Kairi Sane, Bianca Belair, Vanessa Borne, "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler and Nikki Cross.

"The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler debuts on NXT next week!

The Authors of Pain (Akam and Rezar) and Roderick Strong vs. SAnitY (Eric Young, Alexander Wolfe, Killian Dain) vs. The Undisputed Era (Adam Cole, Bobby Fish, Kyle O'Reilly) (NXT TakeOver: War Games, November 18)

Tommaso Ciampa explains why he turned on Johnny Gargano and broke up #DIY (May 31)

Johnny Gargano beats Lars Sullivan, Killian Dain and Aleister Black to become #1 contender for the NXT Championship (December 27)

Aleister Black will take on Adam Cole at NXT TakeOver: Philadelphia after Cole's interference last week.

We hear from Johnny Gargano. At the beginning of 2017, he was on top of the world as one-half of the NXT Tag Team Champions with Tommaso Ciampa, then it all came crashing down when Ciampa turned on him. He does not remember much of it, and does not want to look back on it. He knew that he had to move forward on his own. He wanted to pay the fans back for their support, but he couldn't, and a losing streak made things worse. He did not know how to feel about himself, but in NXT, all you need is one opportunity. Now he plans to walk into NXT TakeOver: Philadelphia, step up to Andrade "Cien" Almas and walk out the new NXT Champion. He is on top of the world again, and 2018 will be the best year of his life.

The 2017 NXT Year-End Awards are ready to be voted on on WWE.com.

We get an in-depth look at Ember Moon's road to NXT and her road to becoming NXT Women's Champion.

205:Alive - 205 Live recap for January 3, 2017

Due to the events of last week, Rich Swann is unable to compete tonight, and TJ Perkins will be facing Neville instead.

Tajiri beats Sean Maluta, then Brian Kendrick shows up and welcomes Tajiri to 205 Live. As he extends his hand as part of a warm welcome, Tajiri spits green mist into Kendrick's face.

Dasha Fuentes interviews Neville, who says that TJ Perkins would never have been Cruiserweight Champion if he was in The Cruiserweight Classic, and says that nobody cares about his hardships or his inability to be taken seriously since coming to America. He says that if the system works against you, you make your own system, and he no longer cares what anyone thinks about him. Tonight, he will prove that Perkins' 15 minutes of fame are up.

We get a closer look at Tony Nese.

"The Extraordinary Gentleman" Jack Gallagher vs. Tony Nese ends when Ariya Daivari attacks Gallagher from behind with a chop block. Referees have to stop Daivari from attacking Gallagher further.

Cedric Alexander tells Alicia Fox it's not her fault that he's been losing lately due to her distracting his opponents, intentionally or not. Cedric and Alicia kiss after Cedric tells Alicia to be more careful.

Mustafa Ali beats Noam Dar with a reverse 450 splash from the top rope. Dasha Fuentes interviews Noam Dar after the match, but Noam Dar tells her not to worry about his 2017 as all he needs is Alicia Fox. He says that Cedric Alexander may not be man enough for Alicia Fox, but Alicia Fox is always welcome in his corner.

We get a closer look at Akira Tozawa, who is coming soon to 205 Live.

Tom Phillips interviews TJ Perkins, who gives Neville credit in the ring but says Neville does nothing but complain outside of it. He says Neville is the bully that he accuses America of being.

Neville beats TJ Perkins.

Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown Live recap for January 3, 2017

The Miz and Maryse start tonight's show. Miz has only one New Year's resolution this year: be more forgiving. He then announces that Renee Young owes him an apology, and calls her out. He says that SmackDown Live will not continue until he gets that apology. He complains that Renee is on everybody's good side, and risked her journalist integrity to get with someone like Dean Ambrose. Ambrose shows up instead of Renee Young. Maryse blocks Ambrose from getting near The Miz and slaps him before she leaves. Ambrose then says his night is over, because Maryse hits harder than Miz does.

NXT's recent live show from Melbourne, Australia airs tomorrow night in a two-hour special on the WWE Network!

Baron Corbin beats Dolph Ziggler. After the match, Corbin grabs a steel chair, but Kalisto rushes into the ring, back from injury. He knocks the steel chair out of Corbin's grasp and outwits him, and is repaid by Ziggler with a superkick. An enraged Ziggler tells Kalisto he doesn't need anyone, especially not Kalisto.

James Ellsworth talks to Carmella backstage, and literally hands her the shirt off his back. Carmella appreciates the effort, and asks Ellsworth to escort him to the ring tonight.

Apollo Crews, Mojo Rawley and Rhyno meet an enraged Dolph Ziggler. When Apollo Crews confronts Ziggler for his actions earlier in the ring, Ziggler snaps and attacks him.

Becky Lynch beats La Luchadora with the Disarmher, then unmasks her to reveal Alexa Bliss is under the mask. Becky is suddenly attacked from behind by another La Luchadora, and this La Luchadora double teams with Alexa Bliss on Becky. Alexa hits Becky with a DDT.

General Manager Daniel Bryan arrives to moderate a contract signing for the WWE Championship match between John Cena and AJ Styles at Royal Rumble. John Cena shows up first, followed by AJ Styles. Styles says Cena should not have a title shot against him, as Cena has been gone from TV for four months. Daniel Bryan says that SmackDown Live has beaten Raw in the ratings for the first time ever last week thanks to Styles and Cena, and says he wants to keep that momentum going, calling this the match that everyone wants and is going to get. He also reminds Styles that he has beaten Cena three times already before leaving. Styles says Cena has been gifted a title shot from his brother-in-law, but admits they must do what's best for business. He also says that the tables have turned, as he is now the one telling Cena that if he doesn't beat him for the WWE Championship, he doesn't belong in WWE. Styles then tells Cena that the ratings win is all due to him being the champ, not Cena, and that SmackDown Live doesn't need Cena. He says that Cena ahs been great for the WWE...with emphasis on "has been," and that Cena will never be as good as The Rock in Hollywood or be as good in the ring as him. Cena tells Styles that he has made the biggest mistake of his life by pissing him off and causing him to lose all respect for him, and calls Styles a little bitch. He admits that Styles is right in saying that he needs a win, and that Styles has convinced everyone that he is the guy to replace him. At the same time, he has made a career out of making people eat their words, and he says he will do it again with AJ Styles. He says Styles does what he does every night because he has to, but Cena himself does what he does because he wants, and that the difference between the two of them is simply passion. Cena says everyone needs this match, and that it is more than just the two of them. He tells AJ Styles to bring it, because in the end, he'll kick his ass and take the title. Suddenly, Baron Corbin shows up, announces he is entering the Royal Rumble match and winning it before leaving WrestleMania as WWE Champion. Cena immediately goes into fight mode, but Styles blindsides him. Corbin then tells Cena that AJ Styles is right and that his time is up.

Backstage, Maryse finds Renee Young and slaps her before telling her not to touch The Miz again.

Carmella beats Aliyah with the Code of Silence after James Ellsworth distracts Aliyah.

American Alpha (Jason Jordan and Chad Gable) quickly beat Breezango (Tyler Breeze and Fandango). The Wyatt Family show up on the TitanTron, telling them to cherish the moment as tag team champions as nothing lasts forever and reality will hit them. He says that instead of taking their light away, American Alpha has only made their light stronger, and next week, they take back what is theirs and become SmackDown tag champs again.

Nikki Bella and Natalya are in the ring. Nikki cannot despite Natalya, and says she got everything on her own while Natalya rode on her family's history, going so far as to call Natalya "the nothing of the Hart Family." Natalya says Nikki is selfish and expected as much from her, saying that she turned her uncle Bret "The Hit Man" Hart against her and caused him to favor her, and that she is better than Bret ever was. She tells Nikki that she only has everything she has due to her looks, and that beauty eventually fades. She then says that when that beauty fades, John Cena will leave Nikki and Nikki will die alone. Nikki punches her in the face and leaves.

Dasha Fuentes interviews Dean Ambrose, who is ready to take the Intercontinental title from The Miz.

"The Extraordinary Gentleman" Jack Gallagher will be on tonight's episode of 205 Live! Nikki Bella takes on Natalya on next week's SmackDown Live!

With Maryse tossed out of the match for getting in Dean Ambrose's face and slapping him, Dean Ambrose beats The Miz to win the WWE Intercontinental Championship!

On Talking Smack, The Miz goes absolutely ballistic following his Intercontinental title loss, blaming Renee Young for his loss and showing extreme irritation towards the SmackDown Live brand.

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