Final iMPACT! - iMPACT! recap for January 8, 2026

The Hardys (Jeff and Matt Hardy) head to the ring to start tonight's show. Matt says they have a big match tonight, then states that The Righteous (Vincent and Dutch) have officially crossed the line after dragging him out of the ring, putting him in a ritual room, and then turning their locker room into a shrine that included their families. He says that The Righteous cannot come back from crossing that line, calling it "blasphemy," not respect or admiration. Jeff agrees, and says The Righteous should face them like real men. The Righteous show up, but Matt Hardy does not want to hear it, and wants a match with The Righteous. Vincent says they would love to share the ring with them. Dutch says they are "Die-Hardys" speaking truth and elevation, for The Hardys are righteous, but they are many. Vincent says this is a misunderstanding and not their intention, but if they are to do this, he want to be a friendly competition, and afterwards, all they are looking for is "a little peace" with The Hardys. Matt Hardy says that they trespassed into their private lives and that they will never see peace, but Vincent tells Matt that he can trust him. He then says that "we are all here [in the wrestling business] because we are not all there." Matt Hardy wants the match. Vincent says they cannot do that, as they have to prepare for going against greatness in a tag team that is forever, then mentions that Genesis is coming up, calling it "the rebirth of The Righteous." Jeff Hardy accepts the match for Genesis.

Backstage, Gia Miller interviews Steve Maclin, who wants to get the International Championship match back. He says that the locker room is glad that he is on their side, then Eric Young shows up. Eric Young says he tried to open his eyes to the truth and get him to join his team, and while he has not convinced him yet, he says that Maclin knows what has to be done. He says that if Maclin does not complete his mission, the cleanse will.

Dani Luna beats Harley Hudson. After the match, Dani Luna attacks Myla Grace when Myla checks on Harley, then chases the referee out of the ring before going back on the attack. Suddenly, Lei Ying Lee shows up and gets in the ring, and Dani Luna retreats at first only to go back to the ring and puts Lei Ying Lee in a sleeper hold. Xia Brookside tries to make the save, but Dani Luna lays her out, as well.

Backstage, Mara Sadé is met by "The Hollywood Hunk" Ryan Nemeth. Mara wants Ryan Nemeth - who thinks she is interested in him following a series of superkicks - to leave her alone. When Ryan does not get the hint, she hits him with another superkick. Dani Luna then raises up the TNA Knockouts World Championship.

Backstage, nobody in Order 4 (Mustafa Ali, John Skyler, Jason Hotch, Tasha Steelz) can find Special Agent Zero, and Mustafa Ali has to go on with his State of the Union address without him. Elijah is right behind him, and he has taken out Special Agent Zero.

Backstage, The Elegance Brand (Ash by Elegance, Heather by Elegance, M by Elegance, The Personal Concierge George Iceman) suddenly find their pick for "Mr. Elegance." The man in question is a backstage worker checking on the nearby light who has worked for TNA for eight years. Despite looking like a regular Joe, he gets the nod of approval from all four members of The Elegance Brand and gets a makeover. Meanwhile, a man in a kung fu robe comes out from under the table and says "I must protect...The Elegance Brand."

Order 4 (Mustafa Ali, John Skyler, Jason Hotch, Tasha Steelz) head to the ring for Mustafa Ali's State of the Union Address. John Skyler says that due to recent events, they have made some changes in TNA that will be imminent, permanent and not only beneficial to Order 4 but to all of TNA. Jason Hotch says they will mention everything nice and slowly so "the morons of El Paso, Texas" can understand.Tasha Steelz introduces Mustafa Ali, who says that it means a lot to be called a "culero" before addressing Elijah, who he says will suffer consequences for his actions. Mustafa states that he has spoken to TNA management about getting rid of some distractions, and proposes that from now on, there will be no more concerts, guitars, cowboy boots or cowboys hats, and puts it up to a vote. To nobody's surprise, this proves unpopular with the fans, and Mustafa says he knows better than the fans do about what is good for them, as they will cheer for anything, including him being dragged out of the arena by a horse. Elijah suddenly shows up on a horse before heading to the ring with a guitar in his hands. Order 4 retreats, and they are forced to flee through the crowd. Elijah gets on his horse and gets his lasso, then chases Order 4 to the back.

Backstage after the commercial break, Order 4 (Mustafa Ali, John Skyler, Jason Hotch, Tasha Steelz) is outside of the arena, but Elijah has caught up with them. Everything becomes old-school widescreen and slow motion as Elijah chases Order 4 again.

Steve Maclin beats Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo by disqualification after Arianna Grace gets in the ring and rakes his eyes. Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo retains the TNA International Championship. After the match, Lexis King, Tyson Dupont, and Brooks Jensen gang up on Maclin, and Stacks his Maclin with a knee to the face as Dupont and Lexis hold Maclin down.

As per the Bioflex Injury Report: Dani Luna, Lei Ying Lee, Xia Brookside and Harley Hudson are currently being evaluated after tonight. All members of The System (Eddie Edwards, Brian Myers, Moose, JDC), Leon Slater, The Hardys (Jeff and Matt Hardy) and Cedric Alexander are cleared for tonight's main event. TNA Director of Authority Santino Marella is now cleared, yet is still emotionally distracted and distraught. Mike Santana is cleared to compete next week despite lingering problems in his arm. Steve Maclin is now in evaluation after what happened earlier.

We see digital exclusive footage from last week where AJ Francis verbally runs down Rich Swann only for Rich Swann to attack him from behind with a baseball bat and put him through a table.

Leon Slater, The Hardys (Jeff and Matt Hardy) and Cedric Alexander beat The System (Eddie Edwards, Brian Myers, Moose, JDC) in an eight-man tag match with a schoolkid pin from Cedric to Moose.

We hear from Lei Ying Lee, who says that she earned the TNA Knockouts World Championship prior to her match with Dani Luna.

TNA Director of Authority Santino Marella is in the ring. He apologizes for his appearance and thanks the fans for their support, then oversees the contract signing between Mike Santana and Frankie Kazarian for their World Championship match next week. Santana is introduced first, followed by Kazarian. Santino says that this match will have implications. If Kazarian retains, Santana goes to the back of the line; if Santana wins, he will defend the World Championship at Genesis. Kazarian says that Santino may have to send opponents from NXT to face him, then says that nobody wanted Santana in TNA more than him and that Santana has always been honest with everyone. He then admits something that he has never publicly disclosed: he, too, is an addict and has an addiction, but his addiction is being the TNA World Championship, "The King of TNA," and a top guy, and he likes his addiction. Kazarian says he wants to dance with his demons, not fight them, and that is why he will walk into Genesis at TNA Champion. He signs the contract. Santana says they were both at the same place at the same in a place that sucked the passion out of them, and they both left that place and are now sitting across each other vying for the greatest prize in pro wrestling. He says that he has heard what Kazarian has said before, then talks about how he carried so much on his back since his return to TNA two years ago before declaring that he is taking the World Championship back for himself. He guarantees that he will walk out a two-time TNA World Champion, and if he cannot do it, then he does not have what it takes and he may not have a place in TNA. Santana signs the contract. All of a sudden, "The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth shows up with the Call Your Shot Gauntlet Trophy and calls himself the reason for TNA's debut on AMC next week. Nemeth says he does not like Kazarian or Santana, then says both men will beat the living hell out of each other while he waits in the wings to call his shot and walk out as World Champion. He tells both men to beat each other down and live for it, because afterwards, he will be World Champion. Santana signs the contract, as does Kazarian, then both men have a staredown to end the show.

Here are the highlights from tonight's show!

Thursday Night's Main Event - Main Event recap for January 8, 2026

Talla Tonga beats Apollo Crews.

Los Americanos (Rayo Americano and Bravo Americano) beats The War Raiders (Ivar and Erik).

Honor Roll - Ring of Honor recap for January 8, 2025

Ace Austin beats Aaron Solo.

We hear from Athena, who says that she is looking back on 2025 and trying to prove she is the best, but time and time again, she is undergoing disappointment, frustration and loss. She wants 2026 to be the year she gets back on track, but she does not know if she can do that right now. She says that she has a massive target on her back, even when she is rebuilding and rethinking things while proving to be the best only to come up short. Athena says she wants to be passionate, but she stands a broken woman, and wants to know why she is in the position where she cannot reclaim gold for her minions. She then says that the only person she can rely upon is her.

Cru (Lio Rush and Action Andretti) - now accompanied by Lacey Lane - beat "Mr. All Day" Will Allday and Jay Alexander.

In backstage footage from earlier today, Christopher Daniels states that Leila Grey has proven that she is a warrior, especially against Mercedes Moné. He then announces that Leila Grey has suffered an injury that will keep her out of the ring for some time, but before that, he and Leila met another warrior who will get the opportunity to prove herself: Zayda Steel. Zayda says Christopher Daniels says that Christopher Daniels is a legend, and when he called, she knew she had to show up and show out.

Shane Taylor Promotions ("Taiga Style" Lee Moriarty and Trish Adora) beat Sky Flight (Darius Martin and Zayda Steel).

Billie Starkz and Diamanté beat Shay Karmichael and Reiza Clarke.

Backstage, Lexy Nair interviews Cru (Lio Rush, Action Andretti, Lacey Lane). Lio Rush says it has been a long time since they have been in the building, but they are back. Andretti says they had things to overcome, but they overcame, and they are back with Lacey Lane. Lacy says that Cru matches her definition of crazy well and that she has found her crew.

Before the next match, "Smart" Mark Sterling wants to know why nobody is talking about their undefeated streak in 2025 as well as 2026, as well as why they are told that they suck. He tries to get the crowd to say that they rule only to be told that they suck anyway.

The Premier Athletes (Tony Nese, Ariya Daivari, Story Denali) beat Rachael Ellering, Demo Diamond and DeLynn Cavens in a six-person tag match.

Dalton Castle and The Outrunners (Truth Magnum and Turbo Floyd) beat The Frat House (Griff Garrison, Cole Karter, Preston Vance) in a six-man tag match.

Backstage, Lexy Nair interviews Johnny TV and Taya Valkyrie. Taya says she is insulted that she even had to ask for interview time, then states that Red Velvet is avoiding her. Lexy Nair mentions that Red Velvet has been next to them the whole time, and Red Velvet suddenly shows up and gives Taya a Proving Grounds Match for the ROH Women's World Television Championship. Taya says her schedule is loaded and that her management will get with Red Velvet.

The Von Erichs (Marshall and Ross Von Erich) beat MxM Collection (Mansoor and Mason Madden) via pinfall with the claw slam from Ross Von Erich to Mansoor.

Sammy Guevara beats Kiran Grey.

The Swirl ("Vanilla Baby" Blake Christian and "Big Shotty" Lee Johnson) beat "The Dynamite Kid" Tommy Billington and Adam Priest by submission with a Vanilla Choke Zero from Blake Christian to Tommy Billington after Blake Christian grabs the ref so that Lethal can shove Billington off the top rope. After the match, The Swirl and Jay Lethal go on the attack, with Lethal putting Billington in a Figure Four Leg Lock.

Those Dynamite Kids - Dynamite recap for January 8, 2025

Will Ospreay beats Buddy Matthews. After the match, Ospreay gives credit where credit is due to Buddy, saying he has admired Buddy from afar and that he and Brody King can make their own way without Malakai Black. He hopes to see him again soon, then says he is here in case Buddy needs someone in his corner.

We see footage of AEW wrestlers from Wrestle Dynasty.

Private Party (Marq Quen and Isiah Kassidy) heads to the stage. Isiah Kassidy talk about being on last week and leaving as tag team champions, then says Private Party should celebrate before The Hurt Syndicate (MVP, Shelton Benjamin, Bobby Lashley) shows up. MVP is impressed, then proposes raising a toast to Private Party. Everyone in the VIP area joins as MVP toasts Private Party for defending the tag team titles, and Bobby toasts to The Hurt Syndicate taking the titles before dumping his shot in the wine bucket. (One of the people in the VIP area is former Memphis Wrestling co-Women's Champion(?) Nixi XS.)

MVP guests on commentary for the next match.

Bobby Lashley beats Mark Briscoe by submission with the Hurt Lock. After the match, Lashley and Shelton Benjamin gang up on Mark Briscoe, then Private Party (Marq Quen and Isiah Kassidy) show up with metal folding chairs. The Hurt Syndicate (MVP, Shelton Benjamin, Bobby Lashley) retreats.

Powerhouse Hobbs beats Kyle O'Reilly, "Switchblade" Jay White, "Hangman" Adam Page, Wheeler Yuta, Ricochet, Adam Cole, Daniel Garcia, Roderick Strong, Lance Archer and Jeff Jarrett in the men's Casino Gauntlet Match to face Jon Moxley for the AEW World Championship next week. During the match, Wheeler Yuta attacks Jeff Jarrett from behind and keeps him out of the match. After the match, Renee Paquette interviews Powerhouse Hobbs. Hobbs says that Jon Moxley is the one to bring him to AEW, but next week, he plans to shock the world when he makes Moxley his bitch. Jeff Jarrett heads to the ring as Powerhouse Hobbs leaves.

We see a video package chronicling the feud between Hook and Christian Cage.

Ian Riccaboni interviews Jeff Jarrett in the ring. Jarrett says he has to ask himself if he has what it takes to climb that mountain. All of a sudden, MJF shows up. MJF tells Riccaboni to get out of his ring, then introduces himself to Jarrett. He says that he wants the World Championship back and that the world title scene is hard work, then says that Jeff Jarrett may be the one man he considers worthy of holding the championship. MJF says he knows Jarrett wants to be world champion, then reminds him that the clock is ticking and that Jarrett has been less than honest with the fans, stating that his new contract was for one more year. He says that he only signed that contract because one year is all the professional wrestling business thinks Jarrett has left to give, and that Jarrett has only one year to prove that he still has it. MJF says he can help Jarrett become World Champion one more time, because without him, he could not even win one more match. He then asks a favor: he wants to be first in line when Jarrett wins the World Championship. MJF then asks Jarrett if they have a deal, then Jarrett takes the microphone and says MJF was the champion, but says that he is "a one-hit wonder" who does not learn from his failures. He says that he has been at rock bottom and that he is comfortable there, but it also gives him the opportunity to fight his way back up to the top of the mountain, and while MJF had an opportunity, he would rather scheme and connive. Jarrett says he will make the most of his year, then tells MJF he does not need him and that he is not buying what he is selling before calling him an "entitled prick."

Adam Copeland heads to the ring. Copeland calls out Jon Moxley, mentioning the damage that The Death Riders (Jon Moxley, Claudio Castagnoli, PAC, Wheeler Yuta, Marina Shafir) have caused as of late and telling him that going after FTR (Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler) was a massive mistake. He says that no one has fought through what he has fought through just to be here in the ring and that he will die on that hill, for he is a different animal entirely. He talks about breaking his neck against Eddie Guerrero and breaking his leg against Malakai Black and getting back up and winning those matches, and wants to know what Moxley can do to him that has not been done before. Moxley, Claudio Castagnoli and Wheeler Yuta show up, and Copeland looks around to make sure that he is not being ambushed. All of a sudden, the three of them are attacked from behind by FTR. Copeland joins in, and this leads to a brawl around the ring. Marina Shafir shows up from out of nowhere and distracts Copeland, and that allows PAC, who also appears from out of nowhere, to hit Copeland from behind with a briefcase. The Death Riders get the numbers advantage, and Moxley puts Copeland in the bulldog choke before Shafir hands Moxley a plastic bag. Suddenly, Powerhouse Hobbs shows up, and The Death Riders retreat as Hobbs gets in the ring.

We hear from "The Glamour" Mariah May, who tells the women in the Women's Casino to make history by dancing for her like the marionettes that they are before she cuts their strings and burns them alive. All of a sudden, Harley Cameron shows up impressed with Mariah's promo, and proposes "an appetizer" between them on Collision with "hot girl graps." Mariah May likes the idea, then says she will rip Harley's head off.

Kris Statlander beats Toni Storm and Willow Nightingale in a three-way match to enter the Women's Casino Gauntlet Match at #1.

Backstage, Renee Paquette interviews Toni Storm, who says that she gave her best tonight but was just not ready. She says she will keep working hard and that it cannot be Toni Time all the time.

Kenny Omega heads to the ring. Omega talks about his diverticulitis diagnosis, the surgery and the recovery process, during which he had to return to the hospital four more times, and how he considered giving up before realizing he would not have much of a purpose if he did. He says that he found his purpose in Tokyo, Japan just like did tonight, and says that if he is not front of the fans giving everything that he has and proving that he is the best, then he is not living. Omega says that while he may not be able to do some of the things he used to do, he can still prove he is the best. Suddenly, Don Callis shows up. Omega chases after Callis as soon as he speaks and attacks him, and Brian Cage and Lance Archer soon show up to gang up on Omega. Back in the ring, Omega fights back, and Kyle Fletcher soon shows up and joins in on the attack. Archer and Fletcher hold Omega down for a gut punch from Cage, then Will Ospreay runs out with a metal folding chair to make the save. Cage, Archer and Fletcher retreat, then Ospreay tosses the chair down when Omega sees him. Both Ospreay and Omega have a staredown in the ring as the show ends.

Here are the highlights from tonight's show!

Speed Demon - Speed recap for January 8, 2025

Candice LeRae vs. Natalya ends in a time limit draw after LeRae survives being in the Sharpshooter for almost a minute. Candice LeRae retains the WWE Women's Speed Championship on her second defense, bringing the second women's tournament to a close.

Next week: Charlie Dempsey vs. Chad Gable!

TODAY on #WWESpeed!

It's @CandiceLeRae vs. @NatbyNature for the #WWESpeed Women's Championship! Will @candicelerae retain, or will we have a new #WWESpeed Champion? 🔥 pic.twitter.com/eGQDgeouZ1

— WWE (@WWE) January 8, 2025

Raw Deal - Raw recap for January 8, 2024

Drew McIntyre is in the ring to start tonight's show. Drew is furious that he is not World Heavyweight Champion, and has realized that he is holding himself back. He says he needs to get his priorities and step away from WWE for a while. He addresses Damian Priest, asking him why he could not wait until he was champion, as he screwed him as well as himself. Drew says he might as well leave for nine years and come back to a hero's welcome when CM Punk shows up. CM Punk says that he is known for talking and not Drew McIntyre, then says that since he has returned, talking is all Drew has done. He then allows Drew to say whatever he has to say to him to his face. Drew congratulates CM Punk on his returns, then admits everyone in the back has a running bet on whether CM Punk will crash and burn. He says that he only cares what Punk does to him personally. Drew says that he was in a dark place when CM Punk was the locker room leader over a decade ago, but Punk saw him as a threat. He says Randy Orton could not help him because he had his own demon, then goes on to call CM Punk a demon and "a self-serving succubus." He says that when he was fired, he eventually figured it out, and now he is Punk's leader. Punk says he has called himself many things, but leader is not one of them. He also talks about how Drew followed his lead on his return, then says that Drew is somehow mad about it. CM Punk then says he "is Satan" when pushed, and that he is a nice guy until it is time not to be and that it is time to win the Royal Rumble and headline WrestleMania. Drew says they have a problem, as he won the Royal Rumble and headlined WrestleMania while stepping up while the world shut down, and states that CM Punk would have run off while he stepped up. He then says he will do it again, and this time, it will be for himself. Punk says things are getting spicy and that he will leave before Drew punches his teeth out. He says the only person who can get in his way is him and that he got out of his own way a long time ago, and because he is such a nice guy, he will toss Drew out last.

Before the next match, Tommaso Ciampa says that it is a long road for him and Johnny Gargano and that they must fight for what they want. He says that this is "must-win" and not "can't lose," and that they will become the next tag team champions.

Tommaso Ciampa beats Finn Balor after Johnny Gargano grabs Finn Balor's foot from the outside.

Backstage, Jackie Redmond interviews Becky Lynch. Becky says she was hoping Nia Jax would break her nose and put her in the hospital again, and while Nia busted her mouth open, she got back up and declared for the women's Royal Rumble. She says that either Nia is weaker or she is stronger. She says that since one never ended the other, this is not the end and only the beginning.

Kofi Kingston vs. Ludwig Kaiser ends in a double count-out. After the match, both men brawl, and Kaiser throws a commentary table chair at Kofi and knocks him out before ultimately drop kicking Kofi's head into the ring steps.

Backstage, Jackie Redmond interviews Ludwig Kaiser, who says Kofi Kingston had it coming after he was left holding the entire weight of Imperium (Gunther, Ludwig Kaiser, Giovanni Vinci), and after Kofi took Giovanni Vinci's head, he took Kofi's.

Michael Cole interviews Nia Jax in the ring. Nia says she is a new Nia Jax and is more focused than ever, and says it would really be shocking if she broke Michael Cole's face. She then says she is focused on running through the Royal Rumble and becoming a champion. As Nia says there is no man or woman who can stop her as she mentions both Rhea Ripley and Io Sky, Rhea Ripley suddenly shows up. Rhea says everyone knows Nia likes to talk a big game, then reminds Nia that she eliminated her from the Royal Rumble last year. She then says that while beating Becky Lynch is an accomplishment, Becky is "no Rhea bloody Ripley." She then tells Nia that she does not own the women's division and warns her that if she does win the Royal Rumble, it is best that she keep her name out of her mouth. Nia tells Rhea she may be the most dominant women's champion in history, then reminds her that she put her on her ass when she came back and that she is not champion because Rhea does not want to face her. Nia then tells Rhea that when she wins the women's Royal Rumble, she will choose her.

Backstage, Jackie Redmond interviews "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes. Cody is suddenly attacked from behind by Shinsuke Nakamura, and officials quickly have to stop the attack.

Katana Chance and Kayden Carter retain the WWE Women's Tag Team Championships against Chelsea Green and Piper Niven.

It is announced that "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes vs. Shinsuke Nakamura later tonight is now a street fight.

We see video footage of R-Truth, who says that he dreamed of being in The Judgment Day (Finn Balor, Damian Priest, Rhea Ripley, "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio, JD McDonagh) since he was a baby and that his dream came true. He says that with JD McDonagh gone, The Judgment Day is a real family, and that they are here for anyone if they want to talk. Backstage, Damian Priest says that he will end "the R-Truth joke" when the time comes. Finn Balor says #DIY (Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa) will need CPR and MRIs, and Rhea says she will take care of Nia Jax. JD McDonagh says he will take care of The Miz tonight.

The Miz beats JD McDonagh after The Miz drop kicks McDonagh into "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio from inside the ring. After the match, R-Truth celebrates with The Miz in the ring. Backstage, The Judgment Day (Finn Balor, Damian Priest, Rhea Ripley) gets more irritated with R-Truth.

Seth "Freakin'" Rollins heads to the ring. Rollins says that he has never taken a world title into WrestleMania and has never been the headline or marquee match, and says that this is going to change because this is his year. He says he has worked too hard and too long and that he took a title that did not exist a year ago and made it the most important title in the industry the way he said he would do it, then asks who he will beat at WrestleMania. As he talks about how the Raw roster is loaded from top to bottom, Jinder Mahal suddenly shows up and heads to the ring. Jinder says he was more of a revolutionary in five minutes than Seth was in five years and that Seth is only here to entertain clowns and push degeneracy before calling Portland, Oregon a degenerate city. He also says that Seth is not a role model and and overlooks tenured, decorated champions like him, and for the first time, he finally has his attention. Seth agrees that Jinder has been overlooked, then says it was on purpose and that Jinder was forgotten until The Rock put his balls in a vice. He then gives kudos to Jinder for showing back up before confronting him for getting in his face. He says that if Jinder does not want to be overlooked, all he has to do is take a swing. Jinder refuses, but when Seth calls him "Same old Jinder" and turns his back, Jinder hits him from behind. Jinder fights back and goes for the Khalass, and Seth strikes back, with Jinder geting away before Seth can hit him with The Stomp.

Ivar beats Otis.

Backstage, Jackie Redmond interviews "Main Event" Jey Uso. Jey says he will get his first WWE singles title this year, then "Big" Bronson Reed shows up and tells him that he is not the only one with plans and warns him not to get in the way.

We see a video package for "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes vs. Shinsuke Nakamura in a street fight.

"The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes beats Shinsuke Nakamura in a street fight after going for a Kinshasa and going through a table.

This week on Raw Talk: The Awesome Truth (The Miz and R-Truth)! Jinder Mahal! Katana Chance and Kayden Carter!

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

Championship Gold - Championship Wrestling presented by CarShield recap for January 8, 2023

Jordan Cruz guests on commentary for the next match.

"Benevolent" Jack Banning beats Dom Kubrick with a guillotine choke.

Backstage, Jonny Loquasto meets with Guy Tweakacetti, who has a much different look and calls himself Guy Cool. After Guy Cool says that The Midnight Heat ("Rockin'" Ricky Gibson and "Precious" Eddie Pearl) are elsewhere, Papo Esco shows up wanting to finish business with Guy Cool, saying that Guy Cool's new name, look and demeanor is not fooling anybody. Johnny Loquasto makes the match happen, and it is up next.

Slice Boogie guests on commentary for the next match.

"King FatBoy" Papo Esco beats Guy Cool.

Backstage, Jack Farmer interviews Danny Limelight. Limelight says his doors are open for anybody who wants to face him and that the United World Championship solidifies who he is. He says he will put down anyone who faces him, and tells Eddie Kingston he will put him down before moving on to the next challenger.

Backstage, Jack Farmer interviews "Unbreakable" Savanna Stone. Savanna says Johnnie Robbie's "hero act" does not fool her and says that she runs this company. She says Johnnie is still breathing because she allows it, and that she has a surprise for her tonight.

"Unbreakable" Savanna Stone beats Johnnie Robbie after Halston Boddy shows up and distracts the referee so that El Primohenio Tribeca can give Savanna Stone a weapon to strike Johnnie Robbie with and get the win.

Jonny Loquasto is in the ring. He announces that "Pretty" Peter Avalon has accepted Charles "R-Three" Cassius' challenge and that they will battle in a grudge match at Red Carpet Rumble. Jonny Loquasto is in the ring. He announces that "Pretty" Peter Avalon has accepted Charles "R-Three" Cassius' challenge and that they will battle in a grudge match at Red Carpet Rumble. He also announces that Joey Janela, Davey Richards, Capt. Shawn Dean, Alexander Hammerstone, Willie Mack, Bad Dude Tito, Ortiz and Eddie Kingston will also be at the event.

"BHK" Kevin Martenson retains the United Heritage Championship against Ju Dizz. During the match, it is announced that the winner of the match will defend the title against Davey Richards at Red Carpet Rumble. Both men shake hands after the match.

Honor Roll - Ring of Honor recap for January 8, 2022

This week's episode is a "best of 2021" episode. Matches and moments include:

Female Wrestler of the Year Rok-C vs. Miranda Alize for the ROH Women's Championship, Death Before Dishonor

The street fight between Tag Team of the Year The Briscoes (Jay and Mark Briscoe) at their home in Sandy Fork, Delaware

The Briscoes (Jay and Mark Briscoe) vs. Bandido and Rey Horus, September 11, 2021

Matt Taven vs. Vincent in a steel cage match at Glory By Honor

The OGK (Matt Taven and Mike Bennett) vs. The Briscoes (Jay and Mark Briscoe), Final Battle

Mike Bennett vs. Male Wrestler of the Year Johnathan Gresham for the ROH Pure Championship in a Pure Rules Match, Best in the World

Hard To Kill 2022 - The Results

Tom Hannifan - formerly Tom Phillips in WWE - replaces Matt Striker on commentary.

Jake Something beats Madman Fulton with a Black Hole Slam in the pre-show as Fulton goes for a third choke slam.

Backstage, Gia Miller interviews Matt Cardona and Chelsea Green. Chelsea says it has been four years since she lost the Knockouts Championship and that she has waited to become #1 contender. She says that she will grab the X tonight. After she and Cardona annouce that they are married, Cardona says that this is his night and that Hard To Kill is their honeymoon, and that they will walk out with the big red X and the Impact World Championship.

"Speedball" Mike Bailey, "Inevitable" Ace Austin, Laredo Kid and Chris Bey in a four-way match in his Impact Wrestling debut.

Tasha Steelz beats Chelsea Green, Lady Frost, Jordynne Grace, Alisha and Rosemary after a tug of war with Chelsea Green over the X to win the very first Knockouts Ultimate X Match. (Alisha takes the place of Rachael Ellering in this match.)

We see the theatrical trailer for The Free Fall, which presents tonight's event.

We hear from Mickie James, who says that she was on the tip of everyone's tongue when she made history by walking into the woman's Royal Rumble match while Knockouts Champion. She says that high will not get in the way of what is in front of her tonight. She says the stakes are high for Deonna Purrazzo and that they have been through war, and says that while last night was glorious news, it will be more glorious when she walks out at Knockouts Champion.

Backstage, Gia Miller interviews "The Virtuosa" Deonna Purrazzo and "The Drama King" Matthew Rehwoldt. Deoona says she is glad Mickie James is confident tonight after clinging to her for fifteen minutes of fame, and says that it is over tonight. She says that tonight is the first pay-per-view in two years in which she has not walked in as Knockouts Champion, and tonight, that ends, because she has a Plan A and a Plan B. Suddenly, Gail Kim shows up and says that if Matthew Rehwoldt puts his hands on Mickie James, he will be fired and Deonna will lose the match. Deonna becomes furious, and says that Mickie will not be walking into the women's Royal Rumble match.

Trey Miguel retains the Impact X Division Championship against Steve Maclin following two Meteoras, becoming the first man to pin Maclin in Impact. Maclin also cannot challenge Trey Miguel for the X Division Championship again for as long as Trey is champion.

Backstage, Gia Miller interviews The Influence (Tennille Dashwood, Madison Rayne, Kaleb with a K). Tenille says The IInspiration (Jessica McKay and Cassie Lee) were unprofessional enough not to come to work. Madison Rayne agrees, and Kaleb says that The Influence are already Knockouts Tag Team Champions.

Ian Riccaboni guests on commentary for the next match, and Bobby Cruise is the guest ring announcer.

Jonathan Gresham retains the Ring of Honor World Championship against Chris Sabin ina Pure Rules Match.

Backstage, Gia Miller interview Tasha Steelz and Samantha Evans. Tasha says there is not history if there is no flavor, and tonight, she made history. She says that whoever is Knockout Champion has a date on the wrong side of the street with her.

"The Walking Weapon" Josh Alexander beats Jonah with an ankle lock.

Backstage, Gia Miller interviews Rich Swann, Willie Mack, Eddie Edwards, Rhino and Heath. Eddie says the time has come and it is time for Hardcore War, then says he look at his team and that he has zero doubt that they will do whatever it takes, including dying, to win. Rich Swann says he has four teammates ready to get it tonight and that they are ready to get hardcore. Willie Mack says there is no more running or sneak attacks, and Rhino says it does not matter how many people he has to go through tonight to twist Eric Young's head off, kick it down the street, and put it back on so he can rip his intestines out and choke him with them before making him bleed.

Eddie Edwards, Rich Swann, Willie Mack, Heath and Rhino beat The Good Brothers ("The Big LG" Doc Gallows and "Machine Gun" Karl Anderson) and Violent By Design (Eric Young, Joe Doering, Deaner). After the match, two people jump the barricade and attack Heath and Rhino. They are The OGK (Matt Taven and Mike Bennett), and they attack Swann and Mack before being joined by Vincent. All of a sudden, PCO shows up and lays out both Swann and Rhino with a double clothesline. As the four invaders from ROH stand tall following a spike piledriver from The OGK to Willie Mack and a somersault senton from PCO to Rich Swann, they are joined by Maria-Kanellis Bennett, who - along with Mike Bennett - has not been in Impact in four years, and the five of them stand tall.

Backstage, Gia Miller interviews Scott D'Amore, who says that he has no idea about what just happened and that "it is time [he] called Baltimore and find out what the hell is going on."

Moose retains the Impact World Championship against Matt Cardona and W. Morrissey in a Triple Threat Match. During the match, the referee is taken out by a Spear from Moose, and a second ref has to officate the match. The second referee - and Chelsea Green, who tried to take a chair away from Moose - is taken out after Moose powerbombs Cardona into both the second ref and Chelsea Green into the corner.

Rebellion airs live on pay-per-view on April 23rd!

Mickie James retains the Impact World Knockouts Championship against "The Virtuosa" Deonna Purrazzo in a Texas Death Match. During the match, Ring of Honor Women's World Champion Rok-C is seen in the front row, and Deonna confronts her at the barricade on at least one occasion. Later on in the match, "The Drama King" Matthew Rehwoldt shows up and helps Purrazzo up, but Mickie ames takes them both down with a top rope cross body to the outside. Rehwoldt tries to interfere lter on, but Mickie hits him with a guitar. After this, Purrazzo tries to hit Mickie with a chair, but it bounces off the rope and hits her in the head, and after a jumping DDT and burying Purrazzo with chairs and a brken table, Mickie retains.

Battle of the Belts - The Results

Humpy Wheeler and David Crockett are seen in the front row before the next match.

Sammy Guevara beats "The Natural" Dustin Rhodes after a series of pinfall attempts to become the Interim TNT Champion. David Crockett presents Sammy Guevara with the Interim TNT Championship. Afterwards, Daniel Garcia - who has been seen watching the match from the crowd - gets in Sammy Guevara's face and slaps him, starting a brawl that multiple referees have to break up.

We see a video package containing the recent championship victories of Jade Cargill, Jurassic Express and "Hangman" Adam Page.

Backstage, Tony Schiavone interviews Sammy Guevara, who immediately challenges Daniel Garcia to a match for the Interim TNT Championship.

"Absolute" Ricky Starks retains the FTW Championship against Matt Sydal. After the match, Starks and Powerhouse Hobbs gang up on Sydal, then Lee Moriarty gets in the ring only to be laid out by Hobbs. Suddenly, Dante Martin shows up, clotheslines Starks and brawls with Hobbs, dropkicking him out of the ring.

We see a video package chronicling the feud between Dr. Britt Baker D.M.D. and Riho.

Despite Rebel being ejected from ringside following constant interference from both Rebel and Jamie Hayter, Dr. Britt Baker D.M.D. retains the AEW Women's World Championship against Riho. After the match, Jamie Hayter makes up with Dr. Britt Baker, D.M.D.

Championship Gold - Championship Wrestling From Hollywood recap for January 8, 2022

This episode is a "best-of" episode focusing on The Bodega (Danny Limelight, "King FatBoy" Papo Esco, Slice Boogie). Matches and moments include:

The Yung GOATs (Zay Washington and Aaron Roberts) vs. The Bodega ("King FatBoy" Papo Esco and Slice Boogie) for the United World Tag Team Championships, Hollywood, July 3, 2021

The Awakening (Vik the Space Lord and Big Kon) vs. The Bodega (Danny Limelight and Slice Boogie) for the United World Tag Team Championships, Atlanta, September 25, 2021

The Midnight Heat ("Rockin'" Ricky Gibson and "Precious" Eddie Pearl) vs. The Bodega (Danny Limelight and Slice Boogie), Hollywood, November 27, 2021

Grind City Rumble, Part One - Championship Wrestling From Memphis recap for January 8, 2022

Dustin Starr interviews Martin, Kross and Jay Smooth at the announce desk. Kross says the three of them will blow the roof off, and that Martin will style and profile like no other man and Smooth will show why he has earned his name. He says that they will be walking away with something big and impressing the fans, and that it will start today. Martin says his name is not Precious.

"Big Swole" Justin Cole beats Martin after catching a top rope cross body and hitting the Swole Slam.

Next week: Zay Washington!

We hear from Country Rock (Carter Matthews and Chris Hayes) and Big Jack. Carter Matthews says they have beaten The Elements of Wrestling ("Casanova" Colton Cage and Ryan Pyles) and Van Viciouss before and that they will do it again. Big Jack says he is always ready.

We hear from The Elements of Wrestling ("Casanova" Colton Cage and Ryan Pyles) and Van Viciouss. Ryan Pyles says the trios title rings would look good, and they did not put miles on their father's Aston Martin to be losers. Viciouss agrees that they would look good on them. Colton Cage tells Country Rock and Big Jack to "lace 'em up."

Country Rock (Carter Matthews and Chris Hayes) and Big Jack beat The Elements of Wrestling ("Casanova" Colton Cage and Ryan Pyles) and Van Viciouss in a six-man tag match.

We hear from "The Mad Esthetician" Amber Rodriguez, who shows off her new manicure and eyelashes and says none of this would have happened if it were not for Skyler. She says that she made Skyler perfect in her image, and tells her "Just wait."

Backstage, Derrick King gets a video message from Tiger Joe, who is in a neck brace and says that while he can sue Championship Wrestling From Memphis and take everything, his revenge is with Derrick King. Tiger Joe says he can find another tiger in Memphis, a grizzly or an exotic animal of his own that Derrick King cannot beat, and tells Derrick King that he is coming for him.

Dustin Starr interviews "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock and The Crowleys at the announce desk. Blaylock asks how the fans are allowed to bring straps and weapons, then says nobody here should be strapped as they are not animals and that the main event is a conspiracy against them. Blaylock also says that the match was not caused by him whipping Walker Hayes with a belt, and that someone will pay for this.

Ivan Warsaw and Walker Hayes beat The Crowleys (Jacksyn and Otis Crowley) in a Strap Match in which fans also bring straps. After the match, Walker Hayes chases "Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock to the back with a strap.

Friday Night's Main Event - Main Event recap for January 8, 2021

Slapjack beats Akira Tozawa following the distraction from the ring apron by Mustafa Ali, allowing Slapjack to hit Tozawa with a cheap shot at Tozawa is on the top rope.

Ricochet beats Drew Gulak with the Recoil after rolling Gulak's shoulders onto the mat to escape an STF.

205:Alive - 205 Live recap for January 8, 2021

Ashante "Thee" Adonis beats Ariya Daivari.

NXT General Manager William Regal that teams from NXT and 205 Live will be in this year's Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic, and that some first round matches will also be on 205 Live.

Curt Stallion and August Grey beat The Bollywood Boyz (Samir and Sunil).

Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for January 8, 2021

Roman Reigns, Jey Uso and Paul Heyman show up to start tonight's show. Roman says that he likes and respects Kevin Owens for being ambitious, even though he is a pain in his ass, and says he did not want anything bad to happen, saying he put him in a tough spot. He says that he cares for the rest of the roster, and says that Kevin Owens no longer has an opportunity to put food on the table, saying it is Adam Pearce's fault and not his. He then demands Adam Pearce come to the ring. Pearce shows up after a brief wait, and following a video package of what has happened to Kevin Owens, Roman asks Pearce what he has to say for himself and tells him to take responsibility, saying that it was done between him and Owens. He says that Pearce should have done his job, but he was the one to throw Owens back into the shark tank, and because of that, Owens cannot provide for his family. Roman then says that because he is a good guy, he is allowing Pearce to redeem himself. He then blasts Pearce for setting up a five-person Gauntlet Match, saying he should be picking his own opponents, then comes to the conclusion that Pearce thinks he is stupid. As he does, he jokes that Pearce wants to enter tonight's guauntlet match, but Pearce says that would be a conflict of interest. Roman then takes this as Pearce being insulting and disrespectful to him and his bloodlines before putting his hand on him. Pearce tells Roman that he means total respect, then Roman lets go and says "My mistake." Roman then says nobody in the ring is stupid and that Pearce is perfectly safe before leaving with Jey Uso and Paul Heyman.

Apollo Crews beats Big E for the WWE Intercontinental Championship...almost. Apollo hits Big E with a superplex into an inside cradle, but it appears that both men have their shoulders down. After the commercial break, the match is declared a draw, but Apollo Crews wants a rematch and slaps Big E to get it. This restarts the match.

Big E retains the WWE Intercontinental Championship against Apollo Crews.

Backstage, Adam Pearce is on the phone when Sonya Deville, and it is revealed that Sonya is Pearce's assistant. Sonya says she is not proud of her past actions, but she wants to put the past behind her and help Pearce genuinely.

Backstage, Alyse Ashton interviews Bianca Belair, who is soon interrupted by Bayley, who states that she will be in the women's Royal Rumble just like her and that Bianca will not win. Bianca says if she won last year, she would have been honored to face her. She then reminds Bayley that she is not champion anymore, then leaves.

Sports Illustrated has named Sasha Banks their #1 wrestling superstar of 2020.

We hear from Carmella, who commends Sasha Banks on being Sports Illustrated's #1 wrestler of 2020, then says all the hard work and determination will not matter if her raw talent is outmatch, as Sasha cannot touch her in raw talent.

Dolph Ziggler and Robert Roode beat The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) to become the WWE SmackDown Tag Team Champions! After the match, Ziggler and Roode knock The Street Profits out of the ring.

Backstage, Adam Pearce and Sonya Deville are met by Paul Heyman. Sonya leaves, then Heyman tells Pearce that he was concerned for him earlier and that he holds in great respect. Heyman says that he understands why Pearce is where he is in WWE but says Pearce has dreamed of being a champion in WWE, and says that he has pulled a few strings to make it so that Pearce is in tonight's gauntlet match.

Backstage, Billie Kay meets with The Riott Squad in an attempt to make them a three-person team. When they refuse, Billie Kay breaks into tears, but when Liv Morgan says it's not because they don't want her, Billie Kay takes it as them wanting her in the group.

Before the next match, Sami Zayn states that he has demanded that he be in this gauntlet match, but finds it a coincidence that he is one of the first two people in the match and considers this part of a conspiracy to target him. As he speaks, he has a two-man camera crew acting as unbiased documentarians who is trying to uncover the conspiracy that cost him the Intercontinental Championship, and he says that he will soon be realized as the champion again. He then says he is about fighting injustice, and says he will start by beating Rey and every other competitor that shows up in the match, for he is undeniable. Rey then lays Sami out with the 619 to immediately take him out of the gauntlet.

Adam Pearce beats Sami Zayn, Rey Mysterio, King Corbin, Daniel Bryan and Shinsuke Nakamura in a Gauntlet Match to face Roman Reigns for the WWE Universal Championship. Roman Reigns, Jey Uso and Paul Heyman show up before Adam Pearce does and slowly force him down to the ring, then Jey Uso and Roman Reigns attack Nakamura. Jey Uso and Roman Reigns then lay out Adam Pearce with a superkick from Jey Uso when they force him in the ring, and place Pearce over Nakamura to eliminate him and make Pearce #1 contender.

Generation NXT - NXT recap for January 8, 2020

Rhea Ripley shows up to start tonight's show. Ripley says that memories of being in the ring, becoming NXT Women's Champion and celebrating on top of the fans' shoulders are why she will never forget beating "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler. Suddenly, Toni Storm shows up. Toni congratulates Ripley, then brings up beating her for the NXT UK Women's Championship before stating she will win the title again on Sunday before becoming a double champion at Worlds Collide. Toni says this is only if Ripley has the guts to accepts her challenge, which Ripley does as she says that she does not mind beating her again. Suddenly, Kay Lee Ray shows up. Kay Lee Ray says nobody believes this will happen, as there is no way Toni will take the NXT UK Women's Championship from her, much less make it to Worlds Collide. Suddenly, Io Shirai shows up. After Io Shirai dictates that the NXT Women's title will be hers, Bianca Belair shows up and says she is better than everyone else - and that Toni Storm doesn't even go here - before Candice LeRae shows up. Ripley stops Candace before she can say she wants to fight to, then says she also wants to fight before hitting Bianca Belair with the microphone. This starts a brawl that quickly sees Ripley, Toni and Candace standing tall in the ring. Afterwards, an impromptu six-woman tag team match between the team of Rhea Ripley, Toni Storm and Candace LeRae and the team of Kay Lee Ray, Bianca Belair and Io Shirai is announced for right now.

Rhea Ripley, Toni Storm and Candace LeRae beat Kay Lee Ray, Bianca Belair and Io Shirai after Belair and Shirai have an argument over who will get the pinfall. After the match, Candace LeRae hands the NXT Women's Championship to Rhea Ripley, then raises her and Toni Storm's hands.

We hear from Keith Lee, who says he has to continue to prove himself no matter how many champions he pins. He then says that is fine, as he plans to become NXT North American Champion in 2020.

Imperium (Fabian Aichner and Marcel Barthel) beat The Forgotten Sons (Steve Cutler and Wesley Blake) to advance to the semi-finals for the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic.

Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Matt Riddle. He admits that he does not know Pete Dunne that well, but it fits the spirit of the Dusty Rhodes Classic, and after proposing they become a team, the "Bro-serweights" were born.

Austin Theory beats Joaquin Wilde.

We hear from Damian Priest, who says that winning the first main event of the year is how to live in infamy. As for winning the NXT North American Championship, that is how his name stands the test of time and lives forever.

The Undisputed Era (Bobby Fish and Kyle O'Reilly) beat Gallus (Mark Coffey and Wolfgang) to advance to the semi-finals for the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic after Adam Cole hits Wolfgang with an enzuigiri from the outside.

Johnny Gargano shows up. Gargano says he has been waiting a long time to get a live microphone and talk about Finn Balor. While he will not take away from what Finn Balor has done for NXT and how he injured him, Finn did not finish the job. He then says the main difference between him and Finn is that he chose to stay in NXT while Finn got out at the first opportunity, and he picked NXT up from where it left off and took it to the stratosphere without Finn Balor, which eats Finn Balor alive. As Gargano states that it eats Finn Balor alive that he was not needed for NXT to succeed, Finn Balor shows up and says promos are all Gargano is cleared for. He insists that Gargano is soft, and tells him he will give him his moment at NXT TakeOver: Portland.

We hear from Cameron Grimes, who says that he deserves tonight's opportunity the most and that he will be #1 contender with one Cave-In.

Next week: Alex Shelley is KUSHIDA's mystery tag team partner in the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic! Also: The rest of the first round of the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic!

Mia Yim beats Kayden Carter.

After the match, Kayden is attacked from behind by Chelsea Green, who is accompanied by a man named Robert Stone. Stone says that 2020 is the year his brand takes over NXT, starting with the hottest free agent signing in Chelsea Green. (Robert Stone is best known as Robbie E from Impact Wrestling.)

We hear from Dominik Dijakovic, who promised his family the North American title nine months ago. He has three obstacles in his way, but the match is a formality, and the world will feast their eyes on the new North American Champion.

Next week: the NXT Women's Championship #1 contender's battle royal!

Keith Lee beats Cameron Grimes, Dominik Dijakovic and Damian Priest in a Fatal 4-Way Match to become #1 contender for the NXT North American Championship.

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

Those Dynamite Kids - Dynamite recap for January 8, 2020

Memphis Wrestling announcer Dave Brown guests on commentary for the next match.

"Hangman" Adam Page and Kenny Omega beat Private Party (Marq Quen and Isiah Kassidy) despite some slight miscommunication between Page and Omega. It is then shown on the video screen that backstage, referees are pulling PAC off Michael Nakazawa as he applies the Brutalizer to him. He says that Kenny Ometa is to blame, and demands his rematch or else this will continue to happen. Omega runs to the back.

Brandi Rhodes guests on commentary for the next match.

Riho retains the AEW Women's World Championship against Kris Statlander. During the match, Melanie Cruise and Awesome Kong show up to get a closer look at the match. Suddenly, Melanie attacks Riho, then Statlander hits tope suicidas on both Melanie and Kong after Brandi Rhodes leaves commentary to confront Statlander. When that happens, Statlander dares Brandi to hit her, then a bald man comes out from underneath the ring. This man is Japanese deathmatch wrestler Luther, who is soon after hit with a top rope cross body by Riho. Riho retains the title after Awesome Kong trips Statlander as Statlander has Riho up for a piledriver. After the match, Awesome Kong attacks Statlander, and Riho tries to stop her only to be blindsided by Melanie Cruise. Suddenly, Hikaru Shida, who has been watching the match from the front row, jumps the guardrail to make the save while Dr. Britt Baker, D.M.D. - who has been sitting next to Shida - declines to do so. Big Swole gets in the ring as Brandi Rhodes' Nightmare Collective heads to the back.

We see a video package for "Superbad" Kip Sabian and Penelope Ford.

Zack Myers of Shinedown is seen in the front row.

Sammy Guevara beats Christopher Daniels. During the match, Pentagon Jr. shows up and distracts Daniels, telling him to show him he can do the Arabian Moonsault. This allows Guevara to win the match. After the match, The Dark Order (Evil Uno and Stu Grayson) shows up. Evil Uno says that Daniels is a popular man with his fingerprints all over the industry today, and had he not met him 15 years ago, he would not be in the business today. He then says that the fans do not think very highly of him or believe in him anymore. Evil Uno then tells Daniels that he can help him and make him the man he once was, then offers him a mask. Daniels throws the mask at The Dark Order, who immediately overpower him. Frankie Kazarian, Scorpio Sky and The Young Bucks (Matt and Nick Jackson) run in to make the save for Daniels, and when Stu Grayson gets in the ring, he does not fare any better as The Dark Order is soon overpowered.

"The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes and "The Natural" Dustin Rhodes beat The Lucha Bros. (Pentagon Jr. and Rey Fenix). After the match, Tony Schiavone interviews Cody, and Arn Anderson says he does not know how MJF thinks he has the stroke to lay down preposterous stipulations, and if Cody wants the match, he and Cody will get back with him.

Backstage, Alex Marvez interviews Lanny Poffo, who talks how he spent the day with Memphis wrestling legends and the fans. He says he is excited to be here.

MJF and Wardlow show up. MJF says that "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes is a coward who is afraid to face him, then gives him until the count of ten to face him like a man before calling him "a little bitch." Suddenly, Diamond Dallas Page shows up, then says that if someone told him 19 years ago that he would be back live on TNT with the hottest new wrestling promotion on the planet, he would have had to say they were smoking crack. All the while, MJF is own his phone. DDP then address what happened regarding MJF and Wardlow a few weeks ago, saying that everyone has been asking to come back for one more match. MJF tells DDP that he could not lace his boots even in his prime, and today, he could not even hold his jock. DDP takes offense to this, and MJF says that while he does not want to fight him, The Butcher and The Blade might. The Butcher, THe Blade and The Bunny show up and get in the ring, then MJF says that WCW is dead and that "dead" is the average age of DDP's fans. He then DDP is in a bit of a predicament, and he can either kiss his ring and get out of his company or everyone in the ring can send him straight to hospice before he has sex with one of his daughters. DDP finally has enough, and The Butcher and The Blade both get Diamond Cutters. The Bunny gets in the ring, and MJF grabs DDP and tosses him into Wardlow so he can kick him in the groin from behind. MJF then says that what will happen to DDP is on him. Suddenly, QT Marshall, "The Natural" Dustin Rhodes and two referees run in before things can get worse.

Jurassic Express (Luchasaurus, Jungle Boy, Marko Stunt) beats Best Friends (Chuck Taylor, Trent, Orange Cassidy) after Jungle Boy rolls up Chuck Taylor.

In two weeks: Jurassic Express (Luchasaurus, Jungle Boy, Marko Stunt) vs. The Inner Circle (Chris Jericho, Santana, Ortiz)!

Next week: PAC vs. Darby Allin! Kris Statlander and Hikaru Shida vs. The Nightmare Collective (Awesome Kong and Melanie Cruise)! MJF, The Butcher and The Blade vs. Diamond Dallas Page, "The Natural" Dustin Rhodes and QT Marshall!

The Inner Circle (Chris Jericho, Sammy Guevara, Jake Hager) shows up. After the commercial break, Jon Moxley also arrives. Jericho says that Elvis Presley is a jackass and that he would kick his butt, then says The Beatles are way better, and says that January 8th will be an important day as it is the day that Moxley makes the decision of joining The Inner Circle. Jericho then says it will be a party that nobody else but The Inner Circle is invited to all night long after this, then asks Moxley if he will join The Inner Circle. Moxley says he has had a lot to think about this week, and that there is a lot more that went into the decision than anybody else would think. He says that the fans think they know what makes him tick and what motivates him, but they do not, and neither does Jericho, despite what he has offered him. He says that he wants nothing of what Jericho has offered, and says he cannot be bought. He says he came to AEW to dominate and run roughshod over professional wrestling, and for that, his answer is yes. Moxley then reveals he is wearing an Inner Circle T-shirt, then says there is no more a dominant force in AEW that he wants to stand with than The Inner Circle. He says that if you want to be great, you have to learn from the greats, and he believes in his heart that Jericho is the greatest of all time. Therefore, he will stand with Jericho, surround himself with greatness and dominate AEW for years to come before asking for the bottles of wine to be popped open. Jericho states that 2020 will be the year of The Inner Circle before The Inner Circle and Moxley spray wine everywhere while Moxley's music is played. He then states that this is the beginning of The Inner Circle taking over AEW and that all the fans can do is shut up and watch them do it. Moxley then asks for the keys to the Ford GT, which Jericho then hands over to him. When the fans chant that Moxley sold out, Moxley says he had a 2015 Dodge Ram that he wanted to run to the ground until he got the gift of Jericho, and Jericho talks about how The Inner Circle is money and how they won their recent matches in Japan, then they spray some more wine everywhere. After Guevara and Hager leave the ring, Moxley then tells Jericho that he was kidding and that he would never join The Inner Circle at all, for it is a stupid group and he has nothing he wants except the AEW World Championship. Moxley then hits Jericho with a Paradigm Shift, and when Guevara runs into the ring, he receives one, too. When Hager runs into the ring, Moxley retreats into the crowd with the keys to the Ford GT to end the show.

Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown Live recap for January 8, 2019

The show begins with "The New" Daniel Bryan at the concession stand bashing fan consumerism, saying the only concessions being made are to the fans' health and well-being, and says everyone eats from it to fill a void in their empty lives. He blames these empty voids not only for consuming the food and drink, throwing it at fans before going up to a concession stand and bashing the fans for buying "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles' merchandise. He then heads down the arena steps. Daniel says he is changing the world and making it a better place, but to get change, the people must change, as they are weak, submissive and impotent. He plans to change the world one person at a time. Daniel says that Styles fills a void for 30 seconds, and that he will tear that void apart and replace with something that is important and meaningful. As Daniel approaches the ring, he is suddenly attacked by R-Truth, starting the next match early.

"The New" Daniel Bryan beats R-Truth. After the match, "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles attacks Daniel Bryan on the stage. Security runs quickly into place to keep Styles away from Daniel, who runs to the back when Styles grabs a steel chair.

Samoa Joe and Andrade "Cien" Almas beat Rey Mysterio and Mustafa Ali after Almas counters the 619.

We hear from Carmella, who says that she will prove everyone who thinks that she won't win and considers her a third wheel wrong when she wins tonight, as her road to the SmackDown Women's title is all she needed. Tonight, she proves she is everything she says she is, because 'Mella is money.

We hear from The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso), who plan on stepping up tonight by beating The Bar (Sheamus and Cesaro) to win a tag team title opportunity.

Backstage, Shane McMahon is met by The Miz, who asks if he had anything to do with The Usos giving an opportunity to face The Bar for the SmackDown Tag Team Championships, as he says that nobody is more deserving of the titles than them. Shane says they are far from the title picture, and despite being a McMahon, he refuses to shortcut his way to the title picture and desires to challenge himself and Miz against the competition. Miz says they are on the stage, then proposes they have the white leather for their gear. Shane excuses himself, much to the chagrin of Miz.

Rusev is in the ring. He talks about how Lana got hurt due to Shinsuke Nakamura's actions last week, and while Lana is at home resting, he stands before the fans not as a champion or a Bulgarian brute, but as a husband. The camera zooms in on Rusev's wedding band as the crowd chants "Lana is the best, Lana #1," then Rusev says Nakamura can mess with him all he wants before warning him that he crossed a line by hurting Lana. He calls out Nakamura, promising to break every bone in his body and crush him. Nakamura is on the TitanTron and in the production truck, and he says it is Rusev's fault that Lana got hurt and that he has the video to prove it. After a replay of how Lana got hurt last week, Nakamura says that Rusev crushed Lana. Rusev tells Nakamura that if he won't come to him, then he will come to Nakamura. Rusev then runs to the back. On the way to the production truck, however, Rusev is ambushed by Nakamura, and referees and officials quickly stop the attack before checking on Rusev. Nakamura gets the last word in by suddenly running up to Rusev and hitting him with a Kinshasa, laying him out.

We hear from Becky Lynch, who says she has to go through hoops to regain the title that nobody beat her to take away, then says it is okay because she can do whatever she wants in tonight's match. She says that Asuka has to do more than climb a ladder, and that she knows she is on borrowed time until "The Man" comes around.

The Bar (Sheamus and Cesaro) beats The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) after Mandy Rose shows up and distracts Jimmy Uso by asking if she left her lingerie in his hotel room. (Had The Usos won, they would have gotten a future shot at the WWE SmackDown Tag Team Championships.) After the match, The Miz shows up and congratulates The Bar on their win and their domination of all the other tag teams on SmackDown Live...except for him and Shane McMahon. He proposes that The Bar put their titles on the line against him and Shane at Royal Rumble. Cesaro takes the microphone and says he will consult with Sheamus, who immediately Brogue Kicks Miz. Cesaro then flatly tells Miz that they accept the challenge.

Backstage, Naomi fights Mandy Rose and Sonya Deville. Jimmy Uso runs in to save Naomi when the numbers game proves to be too much.

We hear from Charlotte Flair, who calls Carmella "last year's hottest thing" and Becky Lynch "this year's hottest thing" while she has been the hottest thing running the last four years after what she has done in that short a time. She says she does not have to prove herself to anyone; she is her for herself. Tonight, she is focused on Becky and Carmella; at Royal Rumble, she will be focused on Asuka. She tells Becky and Carmella to be prepared to be humbled by the Queen.

Backstage, "The New" Daniel Bryan is announced by Kayla Braxton as he leaves the arena. He is angry because a fan spilled mustard on his shirt, and says "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles attacked him unprovoked despite all he is doing and has done. He does not care why Styles attacked him, and says that what Styles did to him is not even half as vicious as him or what he is capable of, and Styles will find that out first-hand at Royal Rumble. Daniel says he is fighting for a cause that is bigger than anything Styles has fought for, and proclaims that he will be WWE Champion forever.

Backstage, The Miz is met by Shane McMahon, who says that what The Miz did with The Bar (Sheamus and Cesaro) is not what he had in mind, but The Miz says he is confident that they can win. Shane then sees where Miz is coming from, and goes with the plan.

Becky Lynch beats Carmella and Charlotte Flair in a Triple Threat Match with a Dis-Arm-Her to Carmella to face Asuka for the WWE SmackDown Women's Championship at Royal Rumble. After the match, Asuka shows up and stares down with Becky Lynch in the ring.

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

Raw Deal - Raw recap for January 8, 2018

Roman Reigns shows up to start tonight's show. After all the talk, attacks and hype, he says that Samoa Joe would have been ready for him last week, but he wasn't, and he got silenced as a result. He says he is still Intercontinental Champion not because he was better, but because he was fighting for a purpose: his brother, Dean Ambrose. He then says if anybody messes with one member of The Shield (Ambrose, Seth Rollins, Reigns), they mess with all of them. After Roman says that that was last week and this is this week, Jason Jordan shows up. Jordan says that when he watched Roman's match with Joe, he got goosebumps and felt like he was part of something meaningful. He tells Roman that he proved that this is his yard, then thanks him. He then proposes a fist bump, then Seth Rollins shows up. Rollins says he appreciates what Jordan is trying to do, but he still has a lot to learn. Last week, he taught him about teamwork, which went pretty well, but this week, he has to work on his timing, as he tells Jordan that he is walking on Roman's moment. Jordan says they all have legitimate issues with Samoa Joe and Roman took care of them like he and Seth took care of Sheamus and Cesaro, and now they are all champions. Jordan then starts saying they can take on multiple guys and that they are the best three-man group in WWE. Suddenly, Finn Balor and Gallows & Anderson (Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson) show up. Balor says Jordan may be excited to be part of something is, but questions if Jordan really is part of the best three-man group in WWE. Balor then tells him he has ran with Gallows & Anderson long before Jordan knew his father. Anderson says he and Gallows have ran with Balor for a long time, and Gallows says that when they came to WWE, they had to stand alone. By doing that, they became champions in their own right. They went and did their own thing, but they knew one day they would have to join forces and take WWE over. That day was last week, and they are excited, as 2018 is the year of Balor Club. Jordan is not impressed, saying he glad to be part of the champions' club. Anderson asks if that is "some cute new version of The Shield," and Balor says he doesn't see Ambrose anywhere. Balor, Gallows and Anderson proceed to call Jordan a nerd. Jordan slaps Gallows in the face, and Rollins and Reigns have to hold Jordan back. Suddenly, General Manager Kurt Angle shows up, and says he has just found his main event for tonight. He doesn't know who would win between the two teams, but he would love to find out, and makes a six-man tag match between the two teams official.

Sasha Banks and Bayley beat Absolution (Mandy Rose and Sonya Deville) with a Banks Statement to Mandy Rose. Before the match, it is announced that Mickie James is entering the Women's Royal Rumble.

We look back on Mankind's hospital visit to Vince McMahon on October 25, 1998...as well as "Stone Cold" Steve Austin's attack on Vince afterwards.

In the locker room, Cedric Alexander has a meeting with Goldust, who does his best impression of Rocky Balboa's boxing coach Mickey Goldmill. Cedric says he is close to becoming a champion, but Goldust says there is one thing standing in his way: himself. He tells Cedric that he is control, not them. Cedric says he'll be okay, but Goldust says Enzo Amore won't be.

It is reported that Goldust will be teaming with Alicia Fox for WWE Mixed Match Challenge on Facebook Watch one week from tomorrow.

Matt Hardy - now with new entrance music to reflect being "woken" - beats Curt Hawkins. After the match, Bray Wyatt is in the ring behind Matt Hardy. Hardy turns around, and both men have a staredown where they laugh at each other.

Elias is in the ring. He plays guitar, then asks the fans to admit it was good before asking who wants to walk with him. Elias says he has been everywhere, and that he has met a million people and heard a million people, and that only one truth remains: WWE stands for "Walk With Elias." He says that today is a very special day, and that there is no better place to celebrate the occasion than in Memphis, Tennessee. He then plays a song written for tonight. Elias proceeds to sing about Elvis Presley and Graceland, then proceeds to ask why he should even care about any of it. He then says there is a star on the way of taking over the entertainment biz...then says it is The Miz. The Miz shows up with The Miztourage (Bo Dallas and Curtis Axel), who all enter the ring. Miz asks the fans if they miss him, which results in an ovation from the crowd. It is now time for Miz TV, and The Miz says that The Marine 6 filming has wrapped and he is back. The Miz may have been go for a while, but he has not been forgotten as Bo Dallas and Curtis Axel have kept his name alive as he is the glue that keeps Raw together and must-see. He then makes Bo and Axel tonight's guests as he says they have turned themselves around in 2018. Bo and Curtis show their appreciation for The Miz for helping them make 2017 their best year yet, then start a "Thank You Miz!" chant before Bo gives Miz a framed photo of himself. Curtis then gives Miz the sportscoat off his back. Bo gives Miz his watch, and Curtis tries to give Miz his shoes. Bo and Curtis argue until Miz tells them to shut up and sit down. Miz goes on to say 2017 was a great year for him, but he has a lot more planned. He held the Intercontinental title for 200 days while elevating Bo, Curtis and Raw, but he has not forgotten getting beaten up by The Shield two months ago. Miz calls this "an indignity not befitting someone who has done as much for WWE as he have." He says that he has merely let Roman Reigns borrow the Intercontinental title so it could be represented week after week and become bigger than him. In 2018, he will witness the birth of his daughter and he will become the greatest WWE Intercontinental Champion of all time, with children of this generation picturing only him carrying the title. He hopes Roman Reigns has enjoyed the spotlight, for it is coming to an end and he is taking the Intercontinental Championship back.

In the locker room, Finn Balor tells Gallows & Anderson (Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson) are focused on their six-man tag team match. The situation may be different, but the tactics are the same: eyes open, feet moving. Tonight, they have a real opportunity to show everyone that 2018 is the year of Balor Club.

Before the next match, Enzo Amore says the doctors could not let him compete last week after he was in the hospital. He then mentions Goldust in last week's cruiserweight division match, and says Cedric is teaming him Goldust because it's the closest he'll get to gold in 2018. Enzo plans to end this year like he ended last year: with gold around his waist.

Cedric Alexander beats Enzo Amore by count-out. Enzo Amore retains the WWE Cruiserweight Championship. Nia Jax is seen watching the match from backstage.

In the trainer's room, Enzo Amore is met by Nia Jax.

General Manager Kurt Angle is talking to someone who hasn't been in the ring in years who may be in the Women's Royal Rumble. He is then met by Sheamus and Cesaro, who are demanding their tag team title rematch. Sheamus accuses Angle of putting Jason Jordan in a six-man tag team match and accuses him of favoritism. Angle tells Sheamus and Cesaro they will get their rematch at Royal Rumble. As for tonight, they want competition. Angle tells them to head to the ring so he can find them some competition. He is then met by The Miz, who says that he will be starring in his own unscripted series along with Maryse. He then demands a rematch for the Intercontinental title on Raw's 25th Anniversary. Angle tells Miz he will have his rematch for the title in two weeks.

It is reported that The Miz's partner in WWE Mixed Match Challenge is none other than Asuka.

In the locker room, Alexa Bliss meets up with Asuka. She tells Asuka to enjoy her luck while it last, for it will run out when she faces Nia Jax.

Titus O'Neil and Apollo Crews get a surprise win on Sheamus and Cesaro when Apollo Crews distracts Sheamus with a moonsault on Cesaro, allowing Titus to win the match with a schoolboy pin.

Brock Lesnar and Paul Heyman show up. Heyman says there is a credo in the business called "old school," which he and Lesnar have a lot of respect for, but they never let it blind them to the fact that wrestling is always a progressive industry that is ever-changing in terms of presentation. He asks the crowd to forgive him for being a hypocrite, as he has gotten away from the old school that is not for the betterment of the product and detracting towards the Universal Championship reign on Brock Lesnar. They are always looking for that one person who can step up and beat Brock Lesnar to become the new Universal Champion, but they have gotten away from that, as the Universal title is now marketed as "How can Brock Lesnar survive this predicament?" Heyman doesn't like it, and he admits Lesnar does not like the concept. Last week, Lesnar took Kane's best shot and laughed in his face, just like he will at Royal Rumble when he faces both Kane and Braun Strowman with the title on the line. This time, however, Brock Lesnar will walk into Royal Rumble with only one cliffhanger in mind: "Will he pin Kane, Braun or both?" Heyman then says that Brock Lesnar is the most dominant champion in WWE, and says he has yet to see anyone who can outmatch Lesnar and put him down. As Lesnar and Heyman leave, Lesnar is attacked from behind by Kane, and both men brawl next to the stage. The brawl spills to the backstage area, and Braun Strowman quickly joins in, tossing Lesnar around and attacking Kane with a large storage case. Braun finds a grappling hook, then tosses it into a nearby set structure and pulls it down with the grappling hook in an attempt to crush both Kane and Lesnar as everyone nearby begs him not to do it. (One of the members of security is played by independent wrestler Precious.)

We see footage from during the break where doctors help Brock Lesnar onto a stretcher and into an ambulance while Kane tries to get back up under his own power.

Samoa Joe beats Rhyno with the Coaquina Clutch. Charly Caruso interviews Samoa Joe after the match. He says Roman Reigns' win last week was a Pyrrhic victory, and he has beaten years off his career every time they have squared off, and the cracks in the foundation are coming. When it all comes tumbling down, he will be there to finish the job. He is looking to greater things, and he is going to enter the Men's Royal Rumble. As for future challengers, when it comes to his career, John Cena will be a name he will never forget, and he will be the first man he eliminates in the Rumble.

Backstage, Nia Jax is met by Alexa Bliss, who asks about Enzo Amore. Alexa tells Nia Jax she cares, but she is worried that Enzo is holding her back. Nia Jax says Enzo has inspired her to become a champion, and she is entering the Women's Royal Rumble. Alexa tells Nia that if she can take out Asuka before the Women's Rumble Match, they can go on to WrestleMania. Alexa also tells Nia that Asuka has been saying things about, and whispers something into Nia's ear. Nia is shocked, then asks Alexa if she can speak Japanese, because Asuka can't speak English.

The Rawls Family is the winner of the Little Caesars Seat Upgrade this week.

Nia Jax assaults Asuka from behind before Asuka's match can even happen.

You can vote for Bayley's partner in WWE Mixed Match Challenge on the Mixed Match Challenge Facebook page. The winner will be announced at noon Eastern.

Next week: Asuka vs. Nia Jax!

Finn Balor and Gallows & Anderson (Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson) beat Jason Jordan and The Shield (Seth Rollins and Roman Reigns) after Jason Jordan gets in the ring illegally, distracting the referee and keeping him from seeing Rollins tag Reigns in. This leads to an argument between Jordan and Reigns. Gallows & Anderson hit Rollins with Magic Killer, and while Jordan checks on Rollins, Balor hits Rollins with the drop kick before connecting with Coup De Grace for the win. After the match, The Miztourage (The Miz, Bo Dallas, Curtis Axel) attack Reigns, Rollins and Jordan, and The Miz hits Reigns with the Skull Crushing Finale. The Miztourage teases leaving the ring, then they go back into the ring so they can hit Roman Reigns with The Shield's signature three-man powerbomb.

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