Recapping American wrestling since 2013. Not only following the current stuff in WWE, Impact and ROH but also going back in time and doing stuff from back then as well.
Tommaso Ciampa beats Zachary Wentz. After the match, Ciampa declares that he is better than Chris Jericho. before drawing crosses on his eyes in black marker to mock "The Painmaker," and says that "The Psycho Killer" is better than "The Painmaker." He says that in one more night, he will beat The Painmaker, and it will be violent.
Backstage, we hear from "Speedball" Mike Bailey, who will be in the ladder match for the International Championship at Redemption. He says that he will win the match in front of his family and friends and eventually win the International title.
Jon Moxley guests on commentary for the next match.
The Young Bucks (Matt and Nick Jackson) beat The Death Riders (Wheeler Yuta and Daniel Garcia) after PAC and Claudio Castagnoli show up and interfere in the match only to be attacked by Adam Copeland and Christian Cage. After the match, The Young Bucks confront Jon Moxley, then Nick is hit out of nowhere by a Hidden Blade from Will Ospreay while Moxley hits the Death Rider on Matt.
We see footage of "The Protostar" Kyle Fletcher brawling with Brodido (Brody King and Bandido) at San Diego Comic Con.
Persephone beats Angelica Risk.
Backstage, Lexy Nair interviews Athena, Billie Starkz and Diamanté. Athena says that The Brawling Birds (Jamie Hayter and Alex Windsor) thought they were brave, but when the three of them showed up, they flew the coop. Diamanté says she has a bullet for two birds, but Billie Starkz says she thought it was "two birds with one stone." Athena says that when The Brawling Birds are done playing chicken, the three of them will be waiting to whoop that ass.
The Demand (Ricochet, Bishop Kaun, Toa Liona) and Jeff Jarrett guest on commentary for the next match. (Jeff Jarrett will also guest on commentary for the two matches after this.)
The Lethal Twist (Jay Lethal, "Vanilla Baby" Blake Christian, "Big Shotty" Lee Johnson) beat Skyflight (Matt Sydal, Scorpio Sky, Dante Martin) after Ricochet distracts Dante Martin on the ring apron.
"The Prodigy" Nick Wayne beats AR Foxx in a 6-Way International Championship #1 Contender's Ladder Match qualifier.
In backstage footage from after Dynamite, Darby Allin says he should have taken "The Jet" Kevin Knight's head off when he had the chance. He then wants to know how far Kevin Knight is willing to go.
The Conglomeration (Orange Cassidy, Kyle O'Reilly, Roderick Strong) retain the AEW World Trios Championships against Dalton Castle and The Outrunners (Truth Magnum and Turbo Floyd). After the match, The Demand and The Lethal Twist attack both teams. Jeff Jarrett leaves the commentary table only to be decked by Ricochet, and the brawl ends with Ricochet surrounded. Jarrett grabs his guitar and smashes it on Ricochet's head.
Backstage, we hear from "Jungle" Jack Perry. Perry says that while he aims to be AEW World Championship, when opportunities fall out of the sky, he will take them. Perry says he is part of the 6-Way Ladder Match for a shot at the International Championship. Nick Wayne shows up and says that while that opportunity fell in Perry's lap, he has had to chase and run with opportunities, and not one has flopped. He says he will be the one to win the title shot, and he will hurt Perry in the process. Perry says that Nick Wayne earned his opportunity, and that he will have to do a lot more of that now that his "sugar daddy" is gone.
El Clon beats "Blackheart" Lio Rush in a 6-Way International Championship #1 Contender's Ladder Match qualifier after using the bottom rope for leverage. After the match, El Clon attacks Lio Rush again, but all of a sudden, "Speedball" Mike Bailey shows up and fights El Clon. Komander shows up and takes out El Clon on the outside.
We see a video package for the double chain match between The Bang Bang Gang ("Switchblade" Jay White and Juice Robinson) and The Dogs (Clark Connors and David Finlay) at Redemption.
Hikaru Shida and "The Toxic Spider" Thekla beat Maya World and Willow Nightingale.
In footage from last Sunday, the Terry Golden and the Kick Ass Wrestling outlaws have to be forced away from the ring.
Dustin Starr interviews Sycho Simon at the announce desk. Simon is about to speak when Robbie Maddux and Major Curtis suddenly show up. Major Curtis accuses Simon of brainwashing Maddux only for Simon to grab him and throw him into the ring. Simon then grabs a metal folding chair and smashes it across Major Curtis' back before hitting him with the elbow drop. He then grabs the spiked shoulder pad, and Robbie Maddux and members of security have to stop Simon from hitting Curtis with the spikes.
Backstage, we hear from "Action" Mike Jackson, who talks about his history with wrestling in Memphis, Tennessee before declaring he wants to be the longest-reigning Junior Heritage Champion.
In footage from last Sunday at Ghost River Brewing Company on Main Street, Team Memphis Wrestling (Derrick King and "The Gift" Ray Sanders) beat Team Kick Ass Wrestling (Danny B. Good and Chris Rocker) in a steel cage match after Sanders climbs out of the cage. After the match, Motley Crews and Terry Golden get in the steel cage and attack Derrick King before being escorted away from the ring.
We hear from James Elllsworth, who has not been in Memphis Wrestling for some time. James Ellsworth messes with Big Dan and is met by The Super Friends (Wonder Boy and The Shocker), who think that Ellsworth is looking for them. Ellsworth says he is looking for The L.A. Hustlers (Notorious Bradley and Ruffshot Lamonte), then he finds out the hard way that "plug it in" is more than a gimmick.
Backstage, Bobbi Thunder is confronted by Xya, who says that she will be watching her match with Raven Black and that she wants the winner.
Raven Black retains the Memphis Wrestling Women's Championship against Bobbi Thunder. After the match, Raven Black grabs a bottle, but Xya shows up with a metal folding chair and chases her out of the ring.
Backstage, James Ellsworth is still feeling the effects of being shocked by The Shocker when Notorious Bradley tries to call Ellsworth. Ellsworth touches Ruffshot Lamonte's shoulder from behind and gets knocked out cold by Lamonte with one punch. The L.A. Hustlers (Notorious Bradley and Ruffshot Lamonte) have to get Ellsworth some medical assistance.
Dustin Starr interviews Tim Bosby at the announce desk. Bosby admits that he lost the Heritage Championship and that Mike Anthony beat him on July 4th, then says that this is still his era and he will get the title back to become a three-time Memphis Wrestling Heritage Champion. Bosby wants his championship rematch in two weeks, and he wants his rematch to be a two-out-of-three falls match, which he has never lost. He says Mike Anthony got lucky, but he will not get lucky again. He then proclaims that when he wins, he will shove his victory down everyone's throats.
Backstage, Gavin White is looking for Kevin White and cannot find him.
The Bizness Dawgs (Tim Grind and Lil' Homie) vs. The Whites (Kevin and Gavin White) for the Memphis Wrestling Tag Team Championships ends in a no-contest. The Whites (Kevin and Gavin White) retain the Memphis Wrestling Tag Team Championships. At the start of the match, Gavin White comes out without Kevin White, having been unable to find Kevin. Gavin tells Dustin Starr that Kevin was here, but he cannot find him. Tim Grind says that The Bizness Dawgs want this match, and Lil' Grind proclaims that Kevin is scared and demands that Gavin either relinquish the tag team titles or face them two-on-one. Gavin says he is not a quitting man and faces The Bizness Dawgs two-on-one. During the match, however, The Slaugherhouse (Reverend Ash Taylor, Jagged James, Nasty Nick) show up and decimate both teams.
Mila Moore beats Jada Stone after Stone misses a second top rope moonsault. After the match, TNA President Carlos Silva, Tommy Dreamer and Jazz show up, and Jada Stone and Mila Moore are offered contracts with TNA Wrestling.
We look back on Steve Maclin vs. "The Canadian Destroyer" Petey Williams from Emergence 2021.
Gia Miller interviews Myla Grace for Around the Ring. Topics discussed include Myla's dog back home, Myla's time as a dance teacher and how she fell back in love with wrestling during that time.
We look back on Cedric Alexander vs. Mustafa Ali from Slammiversary 2025.
Jody Threat beats Killer Kelly, M by Elegance and Rosemary in a four-way match.
WWE acknowledges the life, career and passing of Hulk Hogan with a ten bell salute. In memory of Hulk Hogan, 1953 - 2025.
Logan Paul heads to the ring. Logan Paul talks about how good it is to be home in Cleveland, Ohio, and while the city raised him, it did not make him; he made the city. He states that he has nothing in common with the people of the city, as he made it out and they did not, then says that tonight is about giving back to the community by hosting a live edition of Impaulsive with Jelly Roll as his guest. Logan says that he will show "that Kentucky fried convict" what a real host and inspiration looks like before Jelly Roll shows up and says that all Logan has inspired is children filming themselves acting like assholes. Logan tells Jelly Roll that he brought him out here to tell him he is getting into the ring with WWE's finest in him and Drew McIntyre, and that Randy Orton is forced to tag in Jelly Roll, and says Jelly Roll has nothing. When Logan asks Jelly Roll who he thinks he is, Jelly Roll says he is the one who will put him in a body bag and ship him back. He says that Logan has never had a struggle in his life, then says he is getting in the ring for every poor kid who never thought they would make it and got picked on by high school jocks like Logan Paul and to bring light to the ring, as he has been a WWE fan his entire life and WWE represented him and every single person.He also says he has been a WWE fan his entire life and WWE represented him and every single person. He also says that Logan is "soft as Charmin" as Logan continues to make fun of him and calls him a "Prime peddlin' punk-ass bitch." Drew McIntyre shows up, and Jelly Roll says Logan and McIntyre made a mistake if they thought he came here alone before bringing out Randy Orton, who punches McIntyre in the face and starts a brawl. McIntyre and Logan get the better of Orton and Jelly Roll, and when McIntyre goes for the ground and pound on Jelly Roll, he tags in Logan Paul to do it instead. Orton soon pulls McIntyre out of the ring, and he and Jelly Roll get the upper hand. Jelly Roll hits some back elbows, but Logan kicks Jelly Roll in the gut before going for the punch. Jelly Roll ducks and hits a Black Hole Slam on Logan, sending him and McIntyre into a retreat.
We hear from Andrade and Rey Fenix. They both know who the other is, as they have defend lucha libre culture and they are money. Fenix says they are on a different level, and that it is only a matter of time before gold is around their waists. Andrade says they are the standard, and Fenix says that they are money.
Roxanne Perez beats Alexa Bliss with a roll-up while grabbing the bottom rope for leverage after Alexa hits Raquel Rodriguez with Twisted Bliss on the outside while Raquel goes for a powerbomb into the ring apron on Charlotte Flair for throwing her into the timekeeper's area.
Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Jade Cargill, who says that she fought through something that was supposed to take her out and that she is Queen of the Ring, and she plans to prove why she is a natural-born champion. Cargill leaves, then Chelsea Green shows up with The Secret Hervice. As The Secret Hervice (Piper Niven and Alba Fyre) gets coffee for Chelsea, Chelsea says she was screwed out of Queen of the Ring and makes fun of Cargill as Cargill stands behind her. When Chelsea finds out Cargill is behind her, Cargill punches her in the face and keeps fighting her as she brings her to the ring. This leads to a match.
Jade Cargill beats Chelsea Green. After the match, The Secret Hervice (Piper Niven and Alba Fyre) attack Jade Cargill, but all of a sudden, Tiffany Stratton shows up and evens the numbers. Jade Cargill then hands the WWE Women's Championship back to Tiffany Stratton after a brief tug of war.
Backstage, Alexa Bliss is met by Charlotte Flair, who says that what happened tonight cannot happen at SummerSlam before reminding Alexa that they are partners.
We look back on Hulk Hogan beating The Iron Sheik for the WWF Championship in 1984.
"The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes heads to the ring. Cody talks about the passing of Hulk Hogan and the complicated nature of talking about him, then says that what is not complicated is Hogan's contributions to WWE and professional wrestling and thanks Hogan for all he has done. He then talks about his Street Fight at SummerSlam and says it is all about violence, and while John Cena will get plenty more of what he got last week then, he does not want to fight a coward; he wants to fight "the real John Cena." Cody says he wants to own this by facing and beating the very best and that John Cena is the very best, and if this is Cena's last SummerSlam, he wants Cena to come like it is his first, and he wants all the hustle, loyalty and respect they can beat out of each other. Cody says he wants to know if this means something and if this is real, and that only Cena has the answer. He then says he will see Cena next week.
Backstage, we hear from Jacob Fatu. He says he loved Solo Sikoa, but he made it personal. He says he does mind being in a cage with Solo Sikoa for the United States Championship, because he will dog walk him. Suddenly, The Miz shows up and confronts Jacob Fatu for putting him on the shelf for six weeks. He says Solo Sikoa reminded him that there is a bigger game and that Jacob is a pawn, then says they have a match tonight and it happens right now. He then slaps Jacob in the face, and Jacob laughs before daring The Miz to bring it on.
We see a video package for the feud between Aleister Black and Damian Priest.
The Katz Family are the recipients of the The Bad Guys 2 Seat Upgrade.
Jacob Fatu beats The Miz. During the match, Solo Sikoa and company (Tama Tonga, JC Mateo, Tala Tonga) show up, and at one point save The Miz from a hip attack only to be taken down before Jacob hits The Miz with a pop-up Samoan Drop for the win. After the match, Solo Sikoa and company attack Jacob Fatu, then Jimmy Uso shows up and fends them off with a metal folding chair. He hits Tala Tonga in the back with it, but it has no effect, and he boots Jimmy in the face. Jacob Fatu is held down by Tala, but he is able to fight his way out of a Samoan Spike, and he takes all four men out. He then sees the metal folding chair and wraps it around Solo's neck. He goes for a hip attack, but Tala Tonga makes the save with a big boot to the face. Tala then choke slams Jacob, and Solo hits Jacob with a Samoan Spike.
Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) and B-Fab. B-Fab says The Wyatt Sicks are a different kind of enemy and must be beaten a different kind of way. As The Street Profits look forward to becoming champions again, #DIY (Johnny Gargano, Tommaso Ciampa, Candice LeRae) show up wanting to fix the mess they claim The Street Profits made. The Street Profits laugh them off, and #DIY tells them to stay out of their way.
We look back on Hulk Hogan beating Andre the Giant at WrestleMania 3 in 1987.
Backstage, Zelina Vega confronts Giulia. Suddenly, Kiana James shows up as Giulia's representation and calls herself "the proper channels" through which to communicate with Giulia. Zelina wants her rematch, and Kiana says she will get her rematch next week and become just another footnote.
Andrade and Rey Fenix vs. The Wyatt Sicks (Joe Gacy and Dexter Lumis) for the WWE Tag Team Championships ends with Nikki Cross pulling the referee out of the ring as Andrade and Rey Fenix have the match won, which causes the referee to call for the bell. The Wyatt Sicks (Joe Gacy and Dexter Lumis) retain the WWE Tag Team Championships. After the match, Erick Rowan gets in the ring and goes on the attack, and when other tag teams get in the ring, he decimates them, as well. Fraxiom (Nathan Frazer and Axiom), The Motor City Machine Guns (Chris Sabin and Alex Shelley), Andrade and Rey Fenix work together to clear the ring. The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) show up and also help out. #DIY (Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa) then shows up with General Manager Nick Aldis, and this leads to everyone getting laid out as officials and security show up. Nick Aldis and announces that at SummerSlam, the WWE Tag Team Championships will be defended in a Tables, Ladders and Chairs Match. Everyone then starts brawling again to end the show.
"The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth heads to the ring to start tonight's show. Nic thanks the fans as he proclaims that he is the new TNA World Champion. He admits that Slammiversary was a hell of a night and could have gone anyone's way, but Moose is no longer World Champion. He says that he has promised to be a fighting champion compared to a laid-back, protected champion like Moose, as that is what a champion does. Nic also promises that he will make the World Championship as special as it is to him and defend it against anyone, at any company, any night, and make it the biggest championship in the business until it is pried from his cold, dead hands. Suddenly, Campaign Singh shows up with Secret Service agents and introduces Mustafa Ali, who calls Nic Nemeth winning the World Championship much deserved before shaking his hand. Mustafa then says that what happened to him is more important, saying that he lost the X Division Championship in "the biggest screwjob in history" while the fans cheered despite everything he did for the X Division. Nemeth rubs Mustafa's loss in his face, but Mustafa says that "Speedball" Mike Bailey, Earl Hebner and the city of Montreal, Quebec, Canada "screwed him real hard," which leads to a "You deserve it" chant. Nemeth mentions Mustafa tapping out, which gets Mustafa angry enough to announce a new campaign and initiative where he makes the TNA World Championship great again. Nemeth warns Mustafa to take a step back before he drops him on his ass, then says that he is a fighting champion and is willing to have the match tonight, but Mustafa says he will see him next week. Mustafa then goes for a cheap shot, but Nic Nemeth throws him out of the ring and superkicks Campaign Singh.
Backstage, Gia Miller interviews ABC ("Inevitable" Ace Austin and Chris Bey) and "Broken" Matt Hardy. Chris Bey says they are no strangers to The System (Eddie Edwards, Alisha Edwards, Brian Myers, Moose, JDC), and that Matt Hardy knows how The System will be working the numbers game. Matt says he has a premonition and says someone that we all believe in is willing to appear.
Backstage, "The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth meets with "The Hollywood Hunk" Ryan Nemeth when Frankie Kazarian shows up and says he is the one king of TNA and calls Nic Nemeth "a professional thief" who stole his title. Nic tells Kazarian to get to the back of the line, and Ryan says he and Kazarian still have some unfinished business. Director of Authority Santino Marella shows up before things get physical and makes Kazarian vs. Ryan Nemeth official for next week.
Before the next match, Steve Maclin says he has been trying to turn over a new leaf and do what he thought was right over the last few months, and while he had complete control at Slammiversary, he was caught and he was eliminated. He then says that he is trying to sacrifice himself to become a two-time World Champion, yet the fans have the gall to sing "Na Na Hey Hey (The Goodbye Song)." He then tells the Canadian fans to kiss his ass. Cody Deaner shows up and tells Steve Maclin to shut his mouth, then offers to be the man to shut his mouth, assuming the fans allow it. The fans make it clear that they want to see Cody Deaner punch Steve Maclin in the mouth, and this starts a match.
Steve Maclin beats Cody Deaner.
It's time for DMTV. Sami Callihan addresses Fir$t Cla$$ (AJ Francis, Rich Swann, Josh Bishop), stating that AJ Francis will get a foot in his ass even if it means that all three members of Fir$t Cla$$ end up being "three broke bitches."
AJ Francis beats Sami Callihan after Rich Swann distracts the refere so that Josh Bishop can lay Callihan out for the Down Payment and the win.
We hear from Rosemary, who says that they are the seven sings and the Demon Assassin, yet it means nothing after everything was taken from her. Rosemary says they do not hear "The Hive" anymore and that they are nothing.
Hammerstone and Ash By Elegance beat Eric Young and Jordynne Grace after a Torture Rack from Hammerstone to Eric Young.
Backstage, Alisha Edwards says The System (Eddie Edwards, Alisha Edwards, Brian Myers, Moose, JDC) is the one and only dream team of professional wrestling, but the rest of The System is silent, as if they do not feel the same way. Alisha says that in the end, everyone will learn to trust the system.
"The Walking Weapon" Josh Alexander heads to the ring with a new entrance theme. Alexander mocks the fans, saying Toronto is a real city compared to Montreal, then throws the microphone down after asking the fans if they want an explanation for his actions at Slammiversary. He then leaves the ring.
Backstage, Gia Miller interviews "Speedball" Mike Bailey, who says that he is still feeling the emotion of beating Mustafa Ali in his hometown to become X Division Champion. He says that he has big plans of showing what the division is all about, then The Rascalz (Trey Miguel, Zachary Wentz, Wes Lee) show up. The Rascalz show up wanting a six-man tag match with Speedball as they congratulate him on becoming champion.
"Broken" Matt Hardy and ABC ("Inevitable" Ace Austin and Chris Bey) beat The System (Eddie Edwards, Brian Myers, JDC). During the match, Moose shows up to stand in The System's corner, but later, Joe Hendry shows up during the match to stand in ABC and Matt Hardy's corner. Later on in the match, Moose goes for the Spear on Matt Hardy, but he inadvertently hits JDC instead, and Joe Hendry gets in the ring to take out Moose. This allows Matt Hardy and Chris Bey to hit JDC with a Twist of Fate and a top rope splash respectively for the win.
In footage from this week's Dynamite, Mark Briscoe says that this is just another day at the office when Mike Bennett shows up and tells Mark Briscoe to chill out, as there are more important things than being ROH World Champion and that he cannot feed his family if he cannot move. This allows Matt Taven to attack Mark Briscoe from behind, and Roderick Strong, who also shows up, tells Mark Briscoe that he may be World Champoin for now, but he will never be "Mr. ROH."
Backstage, Lexy Nair interviews Undisputed Kingdom (Matt Taven and Mike Bennett). Bennett says that he has reached out to Tony Khan and has not received an answer, and assumes that they are getting the day off. Matt Taven says they have been at every show for the last nine months, and also hopes for the day off for when Roderick Strong becomes ROH World Champion before Paul Wight suddenly shows up. Wight announces that he is now appointed to the ROH Board of Directors and that he and Tony have seen their shenanigans, and that they will be defending the ROH World Tag Team Championships against Tomohiro Ishii and Kyle O'Reilly. Taven and Bennett suddenly find themselves in a dilemma, with Tomohiro Ishii "having no neck" and Kyle O'Reilly being their friend.
The Blackpool Combat Club (Claudio Castagnoli and Wheeler Yuta) beat Shane Taylor Promotions ("Taiga Style" Lee Moriarty and Anthony Ogogo). After the match, the referee has to get between both teams so that Wheeler Yuta and Lee Moriarty do not get physical, but that does not stop Shante Taylor from nearly knocking Yuta out.
Lexy Nair interviews Queen Aminata and Red Velvet in the ring. Lexy Nair goes full heel mode when and refuses to let Red Velvet and Queen Aminata answer any questions regarding their actions towards Athena and Billie Starkz, then Aminata grabs the microphone and says "The bitch got what she deserves." Athena shows up and is carried to the ring by a member of security, then tells Lexy that she tried her best. She then says Aminata and Red Velvet are "too uncultured" for an interview segment, and says that ever since she has beaten the tar out of them, they have been tyrants and bullies jumping Billie Starkz from behind and hurting her more than she already was. She says that Queen Aminata is not ready for the opportunity that she usurped, then calls her and Red Velvet "raggedy-ass lot lizards." All of a sudden, a masked Billie Starkz with blue hair and gear matching Athena's attacks Red Velvet and Aminata from behind, then Lexy Nair removes Athena's boot. Athen and Red Velvet start fighting back, then Aminata grabs Lexy Nair by the hair before Athena strikes Aminata with her boot and doing the same to Red Velvet. Athena then says that tomorrow night will be all-out war and that she cannot wait to snatch Aminata and Red Velvet bald.
Gates of Agony (Bishop Kaun and Toa Liona) beats Spanish Announce Project (Angelico and Serpentico).
"The Judge" EJ Nduka beats Jon Cruz.
We hear from MxM Collection (Mason Madden and Mansoor), who announce that they will debut tomorrow night at Death Before Dishonor.
Johnny TV and Shane Taylor beat Lio Rush and Atlantis Jr.
Abadon beats Dulce Tormenta.
Before the next match, Jacked Jameson says that they are at the home of some of the greatest athletes in the world, and that by athletes, he means "low-T losers playing video games." He says that their opponents tonight are a couple of "anorexic athletes" that The Iron Savages (Boulder, Bronson, Jacked Jameson) will tear in half with the help of two muscular men like Nick Comoroto and Anthony Henry.
Komander, Action Andretti, Top Flight (Darius and Dante Martin) and Fuego del Sol beat The Iron Savages (Boulder, Bronson, Jacked Jamerson), Anthony Henry and Nick Comoroto in a ten-man tag match.
Backstage, we hear from Queen Aminata and Red Velvet. Aminata says that her five fingers will slap Athena's ashy face, and Red Velvet says she is done with Billie Starkz's cowardly games and that Billie is walking into her own funeral. Red Velvet also tells Athena and Billie to stop with the matching outfit, as it is not working for them.
The Von Erichs (Marshall and Ross Von Erich) beat The Dark Order (Alex Reynolds and John Silver) after Marshall locks the Iron Claw on Evil Uno briefly and Alex Reynolds briefly focuses on Kevin Von Erich. After the match, Reynolds and Evil Uno attack the Von Erichs along with Silver, and as Kevin Von Erich is about to get in the ring, "The Natural" Dustin Rhodes shows up and cleans house. Dustin and the Von Erichs surround Alex Reynolds, and Kevin sneaks up behind Alex Reynolds and puts the Iron Claw on him.
Rhea Ripley and "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio head to the ring to start tonight's show. Rhea boasts about Dominik winning the NXT North American Championship last week, and Dominik says he has made the Mysterio name relevant. The crowd chants "Cut the mullet!" at Dominik, and as Rhea tells Lyra Valkyria that it is courageous to step in the ring and face her, Wes Lee shows up and says he hates the North American title in Dominik's hands. He says that for 269 days, the title stood for hard work and opportunity and made him into a better athlete, as he put his heart and soul into the title, and he demands a rematch. Rhea states that NXT needs a new North American Champion, and Wes Lee agrees that NXT needs a North American Champion tonight. Mustafa Ali shows up and says he has love and respect for Wes Lee, but none for Dominik. He says that Dominik stole the North American Championship from him like he steals both of his father's signature moves before stating that Wes lee dropped the ball last week. Wes Lee stops Mustafa and says he is angry that Dominik cut in line and Wes Lee let him. Wes Lee smacks the microphone out of Mustafa's hand, and Dominik says he does not care who he faces at The Great American Bash because Rhea says he can beat both of them. Dom then shoves Mustafa out of his way, and Mustafa tries to strike him only to hit Wes Lee. Wes Lee and Mustafa Ali brawl while Rhea Ripley and Dominik Mysterio laugh.
Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell interviews Tony D'Angelo and Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo. D'Angelo says he loved the reception for his return, and Stacks looks forward to winning the NXT Tag Team Championships. Suddenly, Bronco Nima and Lucien Price show up and says they have never heard their names on the street and that they will be hearing their names a lot, and Stacks and D'Angelo take this as a challenge for a match for tonight.
We see backstage footage from last night's Raw where Lyra Valkyria challenges Rhea Ripley to a match on NXT.
Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell interviews Lyra Valkyria, who says she challenged Rhea Ripley to see where she stands in NXT, and Rhea has been watching her. She says she will not stand in the shadows, and that tonight is all about her and showing who she is.
Carmelo Hayes, Trick Williams and Ilja Dragunov beat Schism (Joe Gacy, Rip Fowler, Jagger Reid) in a six-man tag match after two masked Schism followers pull Fowler and Reid off the apron and Carmelo makes the blind tag to hit Nothing But Net on Gacy for the win. During the match, Dragunov goes for a running headbutt on Gacy, but ends up hitting Trick Williams. After the match, Trick is angry at Dragunov.
We hear from Tiffany Stratton, who says that when a superstar is born, nobody sleeps on it. She says that nobody needs to learn classes for it, and that she is "it." She says she is the epitome of what a women's champion is as she puts in the work more and looks better than everyone else, and she says that she did not reach her first premium live event to have everything taken away from her by Thea Hail. Tiffany says Thea is a living energy drink who can run from here to Texas. She says that she did not tap out at Gold Rush and that the referee did not happen, and that she has given Thea Hail the rematch she and the fans wanted out of the goodness of her heart. Tiffany then says Thea attacking her to making their match a submission match "despicable," then says that after The Great American Bash, the universe will still revolve around her and she will still be NXT Women's Champion.
Von Wagner quickly beats Javier Bernal. After the match, Von Wagner powerbombs Javier Bernal through the announce table, but he is soon hit with a Spear from out of nowhere by Bron Breakker. Bron then grabs a chair from underneath the ring and hits Von Wagner with it, and referees swarm around Bron Breakker and take the chair away before Bron can do any more damage.
Backstage, Ilja Dragunov is met by Carmelo Hayes. Trick Williams confronts Dragunov for attacking him earlier, and Dragunov tells Trick to come at him like a man before leaving. Carmelo tells Trick they have to leave by example, but Trick says it is all about him and he is going to call him out.
Gable Steveson heads to the ring. Steveson thanks everyone in NXT, and re-introduces himself and his amateur wrestling accomplishments to those who may not know who he is, and says he could become a two-time Olympic gold medalist or go back to college and become a three-time NCAA champion. He also says that he could make his decision right now, but before he does, Baron Corbin shows up and tells Gable to be careful what he says next, as it could determine his entire future. Corbin advises him to go back to back to either college or the Olympics. He wants Gable not to come to NXT, for if he does, he will do something he has never done before: fail. He says that the ropes will show him who he is, then talks about how he toed the company line for eight years before he stopped caring. Corbin says Gable is swimming with sharks and that he is a great white who is hungry for blood. Gable tells Corbin he made his decision much easier, and challenges Corbin to his first-ever match at The Great American Match before slamming him around the ring. Corbin is stopped by security when he tries to get back into the ring.
Dana Brooke beats Cora Jade in a Kendo stick match.
Backstage, Carmelo Hayes apologizes about the inadvertent headbutt to Trick to Dragunov. Dragunov tells Carmelo that if Trick wants to call him out and stick to his challenge, he will be glad to break him tonight before he breaks Carmelo on Sunday.
We see Drew Gulak and Charlie Dempsey train with - and chew out - Myles Borne for not being made for toughness. Damon Kemp shows up and says he is what they are looking for, and proposes a partnership. Dempsey says they are willing to see what he has got.
Scrypts guests on commentary for the next match.
Tony D'Angelo and Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo beat Bronco Nima and Lucien Price. During the match, Scrypts is attacked by Axiom at the announce table. After the match, Gallus (Joe Coffey, Mark Coffey, Wolfgang) appears on the TitanTron, and Joe Coffey tells D'Angelo not to get too comfortable as everything can change in blink of an eye, as Gallus is always on top when it comes to the NXT tag team titles.
We hear from Dijak, who thinks that Eddy Thorpe is walking around with his chest puffed out as he tells him that one win means nothing and does not equal title competition that he is also seeking and warns him that he will tear him apart.
All-American and MMA fighter Zion Clark is seen in the crowd.
We see footage of Roxanne Perez and Blair Davenport brawling in a convenience store. Roxanne tells Blair that this is a taste of the Roxanne Perez that she will get before leaving the convenience store.
It's time for Supernova Sessions, which is hosted by the rest of Meta-Four (Oro Mensah, Lash Legend, Jakara Jackson) as Noam Dar sits dejected on his wheelchair as he is made the host of tonight's edition of the show. Meta-Four then show Noam Dar the Heritage Cup, and Naom Dar finally rises out of his funk as Meta-Four declares Noam Dar to be the undisputed Heritage Cup Champion. Nathan Frazer and Dragno Lee show up, with Frazer holding the Heritage Cup. Noam Dar says he never lost the Heritage Cup, but Frazer calls Noam "a massive fraud" while Noam calls Frazer's cup "counterfeit." Frazer challenges Noam Dar, now that Noam is no longer injured, then Oro Mensah mentions that there are four of them against just Frazer and Dragon Lee. Dragon Lee say they did not come alone, and Valentina Feroz and Yulisa Leon attack Lash and Jakara from behind. Dragon Lee and Nathan Frazer then take down Oro Mensah and Noam Dar, and stand tall with Valentina and Yulisa in the ring.
At Chase University, Andre Chase and Duke Hudson get Thea Hail all fired up and training for her match with Tiffany Stratton as Andre and Duke talk about their roles in Thea's road to a championship rematch.
In backstage footage from last week, Humberto Carrillo and Angel Garza argue, and Humberto asks them if they are chasing women or chasing glory before saying that he cannot do this anymore and leaving. Garza is furious.
Rhea Ripley beats Lyra Valkyria. After the match, Rhea Ripley tells Lyra Valkyrie to prove how tough she is and beat Jacy Jayne.
Trick Williams heads to the ring and says that Carmelo Hayes will put Dragunov's jersey in the rafters Sunday before calling Dragunov out so he can challenge them tonight. Dragunov shows up, and this starts a brawl. Dragonuv gets the upper hand, but Trick grabs him by the ankle, and Dragunov responds with a diving forearm to the jaw before followed by a running diving forearm from the corner. Dragunov gets Trick in the corner and goes for the Torpedo Moscow, but Carmelo Hayes gets in the ring and takes the bullet for Trick Williams. Dragunov tells Carmelo he is a man of honor and says loyalty is very rare nowadays, then tells him to keep his friendship with Trick, for it will be all that he has left after he takes his NXT Championship.
At Manor Marmiz, Mike and Maryse are getting ready for their match against Edge and Beth Phoenix. Maryse goes for a hurricanrana as they play with Madison and Monroe, and Madison ends up kicking Mike.
Mike and Ryan Cabrera play cornhole at Manor Marmiz. Mike mentions that Maryse wants to bring Madison and Monroe with them to Royal Rumble, but Mike thinks it is easier if Madison and Monroe stay home.
The family heads to a gym so Mike can get one more in-ring session to train in. Madison and Monroe end up getting involved for a little bit before Mike and Maryse do some serious training. Maryse practices a top rope hurricanrana, which she was never able to do because her opponents were not tall enough and because it was a dangerous move. Maryse gets the basic gist of the move.
At Manor Marmiz, Maryse takes an ice bath. Mike is amazed at how quickly Maryse has picked things back up. Maryse realizes that Madison and Monroe will be a distraction if they bring them to Royal Rumble, and Mike tells Maryse that being her best self will teach their daughters that they can do anything they put their mind to.
In St. Louis, Missouri, Mike and Maryse get a FaceTime call from Marjo. Mike mentions that a new person is making his gear and that he is afraid that it will not be done in time for Royal Rumble, but Mike mentions that he has a back-up plan. Maryse is afraid that she will have a slight wardrobe malfunction, but she is comfortable with being back in the ring.
Mike and Maryse make it to the arena and get an early look at where they will be performing.
Backstage, Mike finds out that his gear is done. Mike and Maryse have a photo taken in their gear thirty minutes before showtime. Not long afer, the match begins. Eventually, Maryse goes for the top rope hurricanrana on Edge and hits it to a big crowd reaction. After the match - which is a big success - Mike and Maryse check on Madison and Monroe. We then see a brief montage of Season 3.
At Manor Marmiz, Mike and Maryse pack for a vacation. She soon finds out that some of her pants are a bit small for her, and Mike finds one of her snow suits ridiculous to the point that he makes a snow suit top out of a garbage bag to prove a point.
The family heads to Big Bear Lake. Mike and Maryse try to sing some songs for Madison and Monroe, but Madison is not having it, even when Mike tries to get past copyright. Meanwhile, Maryse admits that she did not think a WWE return through.
The family arrives at Big Bear Lake and are amazed by their cabin, including the hot tub. Afterwards, the family has fun in the snow.
Mike tells Maryse that he has a training regiment set up for her. Mike starts out with chopping logs, hitting the tire with a sledgehammer and pulling a sled with Mike on it. Maryse ends up kicking Mike on the sled after admitting she had her nails done.
Mike and Maryse go sled riding with Madison and Monroe, which Madison and Monroe enjoy. Madison goes sledding by herself, but soon runs into a tree, but Mike quickly consoles her and Madison soon goes back to sledding, much to the surprise of Mike. Maryse admits she is nervous about getting back in the ring now that she has two kids and is not as wild as she used to be, but Mike says he will be there every step of the way.
The family head to the lake. Mike strips down to his underwater and jumps in, much to the surprise of Maryse.
Mike and Maryse train for Maryse's in-ring return, and at one point, Maryse chases and catches Pumpkin.
That night, the family makes s'mores. Afterwards, Mike and Maryse have some alone time in the hot tub.
The show begins with The Miz and Logan Paul brawling in the ring. Multiple officials run in to stop the brawl.
Roman Reigns, Paul Heyman and The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) head to the ring. Roman tells Heyman that he does not feel like talking anymore, then Heyman takes the microphone and welcomes everyone to the island of relevancy and tonight's show, and states that this Sunday marks 700 days as Universal Champion for Roman Reigns. He then says that Brock Lesnar likes to "piss on everyone's parade," saying that Lesnar ruined The Undertaker's WrestleMania streak and burst John Cena's bubble and now looks to "ruin the party for Roman Reigns." Heyman says that Roman takes this personally and that he is tired of his legacy and Brock's legacy being intertwined, then says that nobody will have to think of Lesnar when they think of Roman because Roman will exercise the demon of Lesnar out of his legacy. He says that he, Roman and The Usos are tired of Brock Lesnar and that it is time for Lesnar to head back to Saskatchewan and slaughter some hogs, and because of Lesnar, Roman has nothing to say tonight. Heyman also says that after SummerSlam, Brock Lesnar will not be able to stand at all. Suddenly, Austin Theory shows up. Theory says The Bloodline (Roman Reigns, Jimmy Uso, Jey Uso) talk a lot but forget that he is coming for the undisputed WWE Championship, then Roman asks Theory if he is going to stop just short of the ring before telling him to get in the ring and acknowledge him. Theory gets in the ring, then Roman and Heyman agree that they like Theory and what he is trying to do before Roman says Theory has no idea what he is doing with the Money In The Bank briefcase and that he needs a wise man. Roman tells Theory to look around and analyze the situation because "[his] daddy isn't here anymore" and this is his ring. This starts "Daddy's gone" and "Who's your daddy?" chants, and Roman tells Theory "I run the Garden now." As everyone leaves, Jey Uso smacks Austin Theory in the back of the head. Theory hits Jey Uso with the briefcase, and Roman holds Jey back before The Bloodline ultimately leave.
Austin Theory is back in the ring. He does not get to say much before Drew McIntyre suddenly shows up.
Drew McIntyre beats Austin Theory by disqualification after McIntyre is attacked by The Brawling Brutes (Sheamus, Ridge Holland, Butch). After the match, Austin Theory joins in on The Brawling Brutes' attack, then Bobby Lashley runs in and helps McIntyre clear the ring. Both McIntyre and Theory stare each other down, but when Theory goes for a cheap shot, McIntyre and Theory chase him away.
Drew McIntyre and Bobby Lashley beat Austin Theory and Sheamus with a Hurt Lock from Lashley to Theory after Theory is distracted by the sudden appearance of Dolph Ziggler. After the match, The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) superkick Theory on the stage, then Roman Reigns and Paul Heyman return. Roman then places the Money In The Bank briefcase on top of Theory while another "Who's your daddy?" chant erupts.
We see a video package of Rey Mysterio's 20-year history in WWE.
In backstage footage from earlier today, Rey and Dominik Mysterio arrive with Aliyah and Rey's wife Angie.
We see yet another weird vignette.
Backstage, Kevin Patrick interviews Dolph Ziggler. Ziggler says that Austin Theory needs to be taught a lesson, saying that Theory is a hell of an athlete and can do it all. "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles shows up to agree with Ziggler, then Alpha Academy (Chad Gable and Otis) shows up and Gable says that Styles is jealous of Theory. He says that jealousy is a disease, and that the cure is Alpha Academy beating it out of Dolph Ziggler and AJ Styles. Styles and Ziggler accept Alpha Academy's challenge.
Rey and Dominik Mysterio head to the ring. Rey talks about his first match in Tijuana at the age of 14 and that he never thought he would perform in WWE, travel the world, make money and create legendary rivalries for everyone to enjoy. He says that guys his size were not part of the business, but he broke that stereotype and the blueprint of what a superstar should look like, and as a smaller guy and a proud Latino, he became world champion at WrestleMania 22. Rey also says that he also made a lot of friends along the way that he wants to thank, such as Dean Malenko, Konnan, Batista, Kurt Angle, Edge, and especially Eddie Guerrero. He says that he loves Eddie and misses him everyday, then says he would not be here without him and that he knows Eddie is watching over him. Rey then says he stands before the fans humbled by and thankful to the fans for the support over the years. He also says that to celebrate with his family means that much more, then thanks his daughter Aliyah and his wife Angie for always being there. He also says he is proud of his son Dominik and the man he has become. Rey also says that one day, when he is no longer here, Dominik will be representing the Mysterio family to the fullest, then thanks the fans for rolling with the Mysterios and for rolling with him twenty of the best years. Rey also thanks all of the fans in the arena tonight, as he could have been in any place in the world, but he is here in Madison Square Garden tonight. He also thanks the Latin community for their support over the years in Spanish, then Dominik alerts Rey to the presence of Finn Balor in the crowd. Damian Priest also comes out of the crowd, and he and Finn Balor surround the ring.
Rey and Dominik Mysterio beat The Judgment Day (Finn Balor and Damian Priest). During the match, Damian Priest hands a chair to Finn Balor and distracts the referee. Finn Balor tosses the chair to Rey, then feigns being hit by the chair. Dominik then distracts the referee before the ref can turn around, then Rey hits Finn with the chair and then feigns being hit. Before a disqualification can be declared, Rey sets both Finn and Priest up for a double 619. Rey then drops the dime on Finn for the win.
We see footage of "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes winning an ESPY Award for Best WWE Moment.
Backstage, Rey and Dominik show up for a party in Rey's honor in Rey's dressing room. Aliyah gifts Rey with his gear from Halloween Havoc 1997. Suddenly, Rhea Ripley shows up, and Aliyah confronts Rhea only to get shoved and Rhea to grab Dominik out of the room. Rey goes after Rhea and falls into a trap where Finn Balor and Damian Priest beat Rey up before Priest powerbombs Rey through a table.
Bianca Belair heads to the ring. Before Bianca can even say a word, Becky Lynch also arrives. Bianca quickly interrupts Becky and reminds Becky exactly who she is, and as she continues to comically interrupt her, Becky takes offense to the interruptions and strikes Bianca. This starts a brawl. Becky pulls Bianca out of the ring by her braid, then the two of them tumble over the announce table and continue to go at it until officials stop them.
Backstage, Sarah Schreiber interviews Alexa Bliss. Alexa says Doudrop keeps demanding matches, but she does not understand her and Nikki A.S.H.'s dynamic and wonders why they are friends. After stating that she and Lilly are independent of each other to the point that Lilly makes her own money and is the #1 seller on WWEShop.com, she then says that regardless of who wins at SummerSlam, she is reclaiming her place on top of the women's division.
Backstage, Finn Balor and Damian Priest show up as Adam Pearce, Dominik Mysterio and the medical team check on Rey Mysterio, which proves to be a distraction that allows Rhea Ripley to superkick Rey in the jaw.
Alexa Bliss beats Doudrop after countering with a DDT despite being shoved off the top rope by Nikki A.S.H.
Backstage, "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles talks with Logan Paul and is impressed with what he did to The Miz, then tells him that he has his back and to shut The Miz's mouth at SummerSlam.
It's time for Impaulsive TV with Logan Paul. Logan Paul calls out The Miz so they can finish what they started, but instead of getting The Miz, he gets Maryse. Maryse shows up and chews Logan out for disrespecting The Miz and mentioning their kids, then has a problem saying "genitalia" before settling for "package" on the subject of the size on The Miz's balls, which leads to a "tiny balls" chant. She also says that Miz has average-sized testicles, which leads Logan Paul to ask who measures their testicles. Miz shows up and says "I do, and so does every single man in this arena." Miz tells Logan that he gave him everything and that if it were not for him, Logan would have had nothing. He says Logan owes everything in WWE to him, then says he did not teach him everything and that he is getting the real Miz. Logan tells Miz to shut up and that all Miz does is talk, then makes fun of Miz's testicle size only to be slapped by Maryse, whom Logan says has "bigger balls than her husband." Logan is suddenly attacked from behind by Tommaso Ciampa, but Logan sees him coming and fends off both him and Miz. The numbers game soon takes over, and Miz hits Logan with a Skull Crushing Finale.
Backstage, Kevin Patrick interviews The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford), The Usos and special guest referee Jeff Jarrett. Montez Ford says that The Usos will get a preview of SummerSlam tonight, but Jimmy Uso says The Usos will body them tonight. Jarrett gets between them and says that if anyone gets out of line, he will remember it come SummerSlam, and warns them to keep the peace. As The Street Profits and The Usos spout out catchphrases, Jarrett gets between them a second time.
Before the next match, Chad Gable mocks the New York City fans and says that New York City will collapse into the ocean due to its "human garbage," then says "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles and Dolph Ziggler will be a bigger embarrassment of a team than the New York Yankees. He then tells them to step aside for a real tag team.
"The Phenomenal" AJ Styles and Dolph Ziggler beat Alpha Academy (Chad Gable and Otis). After the match, Styles and Ziggler narrowly avoid a post-match attack from Alpha Academy.
Roman Reigns and The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) beat Matt Riddle and The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford). After the match, Seth "Freakin'" Rollins shows up, gets in the ring and attacks Matt Riddle before hitting him with the ring steps followed by The Stomp on the outside. Rollins then lays Riddle on the steps and hits The Stomp again, this time into the steps.
This week on Raw Talk: The Judgment Day (Finn Balor, Damien Priest, Rhea Ripley)! Tommaso Ciampa, The Miz and Maryse! Bobby Lashley!
Angelico and Private Party (Marq Quen and Isiah Kassidy) beat The Skulk (Liam Gray and Adrian Alanis) and AR Fox with the Navarro Death Roll from Angelico to AR Fox.
"The Native Beast" Nyla Rose and Marina Shafir beat Shalonce Royal and Angelica Risk.
Toni Storm beats Emi Sakura (who is accompanied by Baliyan Akki).
Kris Statlander beats Brittany.
Hikaru Shida beats Robyn Renegade.
The Dark Order (Evil Uno and Preston "10" Vance) beat The Factory (Aaron Solo and Nick Comoroto) after QT Marshall gets ejected for putting Solo's feet on the ropes for leverage.
Before the next match, Brandon Cutler brags about being friends with The Young Bucks (Matt and Nick Jackson), and says that . He asked to get a match with the biggest loser in the company, which ended up being Baron Black. After mocking Baron Black's losing streak (currently at 50 losses) and the fact that he comes from Atlanta, Georgia, Cutler tells Baron Black he does not have a chance before getting chopped in the chest.
Despite being hit with cold spray in the eyes, Baron Black beats Brandon Cutler with a roll-up, giving Baron Black his first-ever win.
This week's episode is a "best-of" episode revisiting the April 4, 2020 episode. Highlights and matches include:
Jordan Clearwater vs. Richie Slade
CWFH Minority Owner and head matchmaker Nikko Marquez is in the ring. He says that nobody has the responsibilities that he has, and in his hand is the greatest acquisition that CWFH has ever seen and he has ever signed. He says that he had to call Billy Corgan to make this happen, then introduces Zicky Dice, who previously stated that he would never return to CWFH again. Nikko calls Zicky Dice "the hottest name in professional wrestling" as he welcomes him back. Before the next match begins, Zicky Dice says that this is his time and it won't be rainbows anymore, for Jervis' time is over. Zicky then welcomes Jervis to "the end."
Zicky Dice vs. Gentleman Jervis
Watts vs. Action Braxton, followed by Watts calling out Rasche Brown
Backstage, John Roberts interviews Levi Shapiro and Howdy Price. Howdy says he does not like wear and tear and that he wants things that are fresh and smelling like money. He calls Shapiro "his best investment" and says that when you have a good investment, you invest further. He gives Shapiro a new leather glove, and says that soon, there will be a nice, shiny belt to go along with it.
Backstage, John Roberts interviews Dan Joseph. Joseph says he has a strategy for Levi Shapiro's iron claw, as he has been tightening the screws for that glove. He is also watching for the hands of Howdy Price, saying he has something for him if he gets involved again.
Levi Shapiro vs. Dan Joseph for the United Television Championship, followed by Buddy Royal calling Levi Shapiro out
Backstage, John Roberts interviews the team of Ray Rosas, Andy Brown and Adrian Quest, now officially known as STATiC. Rosas says he has the PP3 Cup, saying he can take the Heritage title any time he wants, and as of right now, he owns Watts. He says that Watts is at his mercy, and when the time comes, there will be a new champion.
Backstage, John Roberts interviews Anthony Idol and The Wolf Zaddies (Che Cabrera and Bad Dude Tito). Cabrera says they handled business and got rid of Vermin, and now they want tag team gold. Tito says Brown and Quest have a pair of hungry wolves after them and they look like a snack. Idol says Ray Rosas cared enough when he cheated his way to the PP3 Cup and brought Andy Brown and Adrian Quest with him, and says that Rosas will start caring when he gets his hands on him, for it is all about revenge now.
Anthony Idol and The Wolf Zaddies (Che Cabrera and Bad Dude Tito) vs. STATiC (Ray Rosas, Andy Brown, Adrian Quest)
This week's episode is a "best-of" episode revisiting the April 4, 2020 episode. Highlights and matches include:
Jordan Clearwater vs. Richie Slade
CWFH Minority Owner and head matchmaker Nikko Marquez is in the ring. He says that nobody has the responsibilities that he has, and in his hand is the greatest acquisition that CWFH has ever seen and he has ever signed. He says that he had to call Billy Corgan to make this happen, then introduces Zicky Dice, who previously stated that he would never return to CWFH again. Nikko calls Zicky Dice "the hottest name in professional wrestling" as he welcomes him back. Before the next match begins, Zicky Dice says that this is his time and it won't be rainbows anymore, for Jervis' time is over. Zicky then welcomes Jervis to "the end."
Zicky Dice vs. Gentleman Jervis
Watts vs. Action Braxton, followed by Watts calling out Rasche Brown
Backstage, John Roberts interviews Levi Shapiro and Howdy Price. Howdy says he does not like wear and tear and that he wants things that are fresh and smelling like money. He calls Shapiro "his best investment" and says that when you have a good investment, you invest further. He gives Shapiro a new leather glove, and says that soon, there will be a nice, shiny belt to go along with it.
Backstage, John Roberts interviews Dan Joseph. Joseph says he has a strategy for Levi Shapiro's iron claw, as he has been tightening the screws for that glove. He is also watching for the hands of Howdy Price, saying he has something for him if he gets involved again.
Levi Shapiro vs. Dan Joseph for the United Television Championship, followed by Buddy Royal calling Levi Shapiro out
Backstage, John Roberts interviews the team of Ray Rosas, Andy Brown and Adrian Quest, now officially known as STATiC. Rosas says he has the PP3 Cup, saying he can take the Heritage title any time he wants, and as of right now, he owns Watts. He says that Watts is at his mercy, and when the time comes, there will be a new champion.
Backstage, John Roberts interviews Anthony Idol and The Wolf Zaddies (Che Cabrera and Bad Dude Tito). Cabrera says they handled business and got rid of Vermin, and now they want tag team gold. Tito says Brown and Quest have a pair of hungry wolves after them and they look like a snack. Idol says Ray Rosas cared enough when he cheated his way to the PP3 Cup and brought Andy Brown and Adrian Quest with him, and says that Rosas will start caring when he gets his hands on him, for it is all about revenge now.
Anthony Idol and The Wolf Zaddies (Che Cabrera and Bad Dude Tito) vs. STATiC (Ray Rosas, Andy Brown, Adrian Quest)
It is announced that doctors were able to save Famous B's leg, and that he is currently in recovery. "Get well soon" messages to Famous B can be sent to 423-GET-FAME.
"The Savage" Jake Strong beats Sammy Guevara with the ankle lock, which is now known as the Strong Lock, and breaks Guevara's ankle in the process. After the match, Strong takes Guevara's vest as a trophy.
Before the next match, Antonio Cueto shows up and tells Vinnie Massaro that when he took over Lucha Underground, he carefully evaluated every contract of the new roster, and when he saw Vinnie's, his first thought was to "fire that poor excuse for a man." However, he did not, because if his son Dario kept him around, then maybe he knew there was true talent underneath his filthy shirt and track suit. After his performance at Aztec Warfare, he has no choice but to order him a pizza. A pizza delivery man then shows up with a pizza. Before Vinnie can eat it, Antonio says he is glad he is enjoying. Vinnie says it has pineapples on it, and Antonio tells him to shut up. He also tells him he is a sacrifice to the gods. "The Monster" Mantanza Cueto shows up and beats up the pizza delivery man in the corner, then Vinnie walks up to Matanza and slaps hi. Meanwhile, the pizza is still in the middle of the ring. Vinnie hits the rope a couple of times, but runs out of steam and gets headbutted before Matanza slams him into the pizza for the win. "The Monster" Matanza Cueto beats Vinnie Massaro, and the pizza delivery man has come to, and steals the wallet from Vinnie only to run backwads into Matanza Cueto. He tries to hand the wallet to Matanza only to get choke slammed, and Vinnie Massaro, the pizza delivery man and the pizza all get sacrificed.
Before the next match, Antonio Cueto shows up and says he feels like doing things a little differently tonight. He announces that instead of a six-way match for the Gift of the Gods Championship, there will be a Trios Match with the winners going on to compete against one another for the Gift of the Gods. He puts Ivelisse and Son of Havoc on the same team in an attempt to recreate their Trios division success, and lets them pick a partner. They pick The Mack, and King Cuerno, Dezmond X and El Dragon Azteca Jr. end up becoming the opposing team.
El Dragon Azteca Jr., King Cuerno and Dezmond X beat The Mack, Son of Havoc and Ivelisse to compete in a three-way match against one another for the Gift of the Gods Championship. During the match, Killshot is seen watching this match from the top of the stands. After the match, Mil Muertes shows up and attacks The Mack, powerbombing him into the apron. Son of Havoc fights Mil Muertes on the outside, and Killshot tries to make the save only to get laid out.
El Dragon Azteca Jr. beats King Cuerno and Dezmond X to become the Lucha Underground Gift of the Gods Champion!
The show ends with Marty "The Moth" Martinez being dragged into a living room while on top of a blanket. A pair of boots are seen, and someone is seen pouring water on Marty. That someone is Marty's sister Mariposa, who tells him that she did what she did at Ultima Lucha Tres because Marty needs focus. Mariposa wants Marty to take the Lucha Underground Championship from Pentagon Dark in revenge for what he did to his arm, for while she is the one who wears of the Mariposa, he is the one destined for greatness and that he needs to stop feeling sorry for himself and focus on what really matters. Marty decides to take the Lucha Underground Championship, and Marty has a fit of laughter to end the show.
Adam Cole beats Sean Maluta. After the match, Cole says he is the most buzzworthy Superstar on any brand because of what he gets done in the ring. He says that he defends the North America all over the world. Before he calls out any potential challengers, Ricochet shows up. Ricochet says he owes an apology, as Adam Cole did not run away from his competition tonight, and gives him credit where credit is due for amassing massive success. However, since then, he says Cole has only become a coward since becoming a champion. He tells Cole to change his mind, because he knows he is good, and challenges him to a match for the NXT North American Championship at NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn. Adam Cole says he is indeed good and that he will not diminish himself by facing Ricochet at NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn. As Cole leaves, Ricochet then tells Cole to leave like the coward he thought he was. The crowd chants "coward" as Cole heads back to the ring only for Ricochet to make him think twice. Kyle O'Relly and Roderick Strong show up to back Adam Cole up, but they are cut off from the back by War Raiders (Hanson and Rowe). Cole, O'Reilly and Strong head towards the backstage curtain to the side only to be ambushed by Moustache Mountain (Tyler Bate and Trent Seven), who attack them and chase them into the crowd.
We see footage from earlier today where General Manager William Regal moderates the contract signing between "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Bazler and Kairi Sane for the NXT Women's Championship at NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn IV. Baszler says she has improved since the Mae Young Classic last year and now goes for the jugular while Kairi Sane has not done anything since. She also badmouths other past competitors, saying Dakota Kai pretended to be tough and that Candice LeRae should be a homemaker. Kairi Sane signs the contract, then says Baszler is beatable, but Baszler says she doesn't have what it takes. She calls Kairi Sane "nothing but a phony" and says she knows it. Kairi tells Baszler she will beat her in Brooklyn. Baszler says she will both walk in and out as Women's Champion. Kairi Sane tells Regal she can and will beat Baszler.
Next week: Ethan Carter III vs. "The Finest" Kona Reeves!
Lacey Evans beats Tenilla Price.
Bianca Belair says that while she was hurt, she doesn't have to explain herself. In the meantime, he plans to work hard and get what she deserves, for she is undefeated.
We see footage from moments ago where "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler is confronted by Candice LeRae for saying she should be a homemaker. At the same time, Candice is being held back by someone.
Tommaso Ciampa beats Aleister Black to become the NXT Champion! During the match, Ciampa exposes the concrete floor on the outside, causing referee Drake Wuertz to confront him on the outside. Ciampa ultimately decides against hitting a draping DDT on the outside concrete, but when he gets Aleister back in the ring, Aleister inadvertently pushes Ciampa into the referee, knocking Drake Wuertz out. Aleister tries to revive Wuertz to no avail, and shortly after this, Aleister Black hits Black Mass on Ciampa. When it is obvious that there is no referee to count the pinfall, Aleister gets Ciampa back up only for Ciampa to get back outside and bring the NXT Championship. Johnny Gargano shows up and hits Ciampa with a superkick, but when he tries to take the NXT Championship away from Ciampa, he inadvertently hits Aleister Black in the head with it before leaving the ring. Drake Wuertz has come to and is back in the ring by the time Ciampa finishes Aleister off, and Ciampa becomes the NXT Champion, much to the chagrin of the fans in attendance. After the match, Ciampa has referee Drake Wuertz raise his hand and declare him the winner multiple times to end the show.
Dasha Fuentes interviews Neville. He says Daivari made a critical error last night thinking his kingdom was vulnerable to a hostile takeover, and says that 205 Live will forever be his world. He says Daivari did well last week because he let him. This week will be a very different narrative as he will learn of consequences as well as the difference between going up against an injured Tozawa and going up against him.
Akira Tozawa guests on commentary for the next match.
Before the next match, Ariya Daivari questions what Akira Tozawa is doing at the commentary table, thinking that Tozawa is either drumming up sympathy for his shoulder or wanting another title shot against Neville. Daivari says he is the only one who deserves a Cruiserweight title shot, and dedicates his supposedly inevitable win to the 1968 Olympic gold medalist in freestyle wrestling, Iranian wrestler Abdollah Movahed, before saying that in the future, victories will eventually be dedicated to him.
Ariya Daivari beats Neville by count-out by shoving Neville into Akira Tozawa at the commentary table before beating the ten-count. After the match, Neville yells at Tozawa, as if to blame him for his loss. Tozawa gets ready to get in the ring, but referees stop him.
The Brian Kendrick shows up. Kendrick says he tries and helps the fans, and to teach them, but all he gets is attacks and snarky tweets on social media as he tries to drill the difference into people's skulls the difference between fighters like himself and clowns like "Gentleman" Jack Gallagher. Kendrick says he can't tell whether or not the fans are stupid, and decides to use the TitanTron to explain it all. We then see a picture of Gallagher on the TitanTron, and Kendrick says that Gallagher has a pasty white face...like a clown. Kendrick says the hair on his head is bright red...like a clown's. His hair on the TitanTron is replaced with a rainbow afro. Kendrick says that Gallagher's suit and tie are just like a clown's. Kendrick then says that Gallagher has a noticeable red nose...like a clown. Gallagher finally shows up, unamused. He says that taking the high road is no longer an option. He's knocking his bloody head off. Gallagher chases Kendrick out of the ring. Kendrick hides behind the barricade, then leaves through the crowd.
Dasha Fuentes interviews Rich Swann and Cedric Alexander. Swann picked Cedric because of the latter's I Quit Match. Cedric says he came for real competition, and when Swann asked, he had to say yes. TJP and "The Premiere Athlete" Tony Nese show up, and they both make fun of TJP and Tony Nese make light of Swann and Cedric's abilities. They are about to go it in the back, but this match starts now.
TJP and "The Premiere Athlete" Tony Nese beat Cedric Alexander and Rich Swann after Tony Nese pushes Alexander off the top rope to allow TJP to get the pinfall.
Kevin Owens shows up to start tonight's show. Owens says holding the WWE United States Championship just feels right, and says that he is once again United States Champion. He proved to everyone that if your heart is pure and you are a good person, good things can happen, and he can now defend the title with the pride and honor it deserves. He reinstates the Kevin Owens Open Challenge, which starts next week. Upon the groans of the crowd disappointed by the fact that it is not happening right now, Owens says that he would never defend the title in front of a bunch of hicks from Richmond, Virginia. Suddenly, AJ Styles shows up. Owens says Styles should be here to congratulate him and say that he is the better man. Styles says he came out here to get his rematch for the United States title, but Owens says he is not defending it in front to tonight's crowd. The moment is suddenly shaken by the return of Chris Jericho, who has not been seen in the WWE in the last few months. Kevin Owens is angered by Jericho's sudden return, and Jericho says he is here for his rematch for the United States title, but Styles says things have changed and that he is next in line as he has recently lost it. Jericho thinks Styles is cutting in line, and puts Styles on The List of Jericho. Meanwhile, Owens is heading to the back, but Commissioner Shane McMahon shows up and tells him to wait, as he has an announcement concerning the United States title. Shane puts Jericho, Styles and Owens in a Triple Threat Match for the United States title tonight.
"The King of Strong Style" Shinsuke Nakamura beats Baron Corbin.
Dasha Fuentes interviews Naomi. She says that she will not let Natalya disrespect her after refusing to shake her hand last night. Suddenly, Natalya shows up, and says that Naomi turned the SmackDown Women's title into a kid's toy and that she does not respect tradition. She plans to take the title back, and restore its honor, but Naomi tells her that she is stuck so far into the Hart Dungeon that she can't see the here and now. Naomi says she respects tradition, and at the same time, she placed a piece of herself in the title. She tells Natalya that if she keeps this up, she will feel the glow. Natalya leaves, then Carmella arrives and reminds Naomi that she is always one step away from ending her reign as SmackDown Women's Champion with the Money In The Bank Contract.
Charlotte and Becky Lynch beat Tamina and Lana with a big boot from Charlotte to Lana. After the match, Tamina is disgusted with Lana.
Jinder Mahal shows up. He brags about crushing Randy Orton's legacy on Sunday night and how Orton failed to beat him at his own game on his turf in his type of match. He says he will stay WWE Champion for as long as he desires. After demanding to know who he will face at SummerSlam, he speaks to his own people in his own language of Punjabi until John Cena shows up. Jinder says he knows what Cena is going to say, but Cena tells him to stop and that he's a crap mind reader. He congratulates Jinder, and respects that Jinder is in the best shape of his life and that the WWE Championship means so much to him. He then mockingly introduces himself to Jinder Mahal, saying that Jinder probably knows his voice from pistachio commercials, and says he doesn't care what he has or who he brings as all of it will not be enough. At SummerSlam, Jinder will be facing Super Cena, and Super Cena will be leaving SummerSlam a 17-time World Champion in WWE. Cena leaves, but General Manager Daniel Bryan shows up. He congratulates Cena and Jinder for their wins at Battleground, but reminds Cena that he and Commissioner Shane McMahon is the one that makes the matches around here, and that even if his name is John Cena, he still has to earn opportunities. He tells Cena that he performed brilliantly at Battleground, and tells him that next week, he will face a manw ho also did well tonight: "The King of Strong Style" Shinsuke Nakamura. The winner of this unexpected dream match will go on to face Jinder Mahal for the WWE Championship at SummerSlam.
Commissioner Shane McMahon is on the phone when an angry Kevin Owens shows up, complaining that he is defending the WWE United States Championship in a Triple Threat Match because he and General Manager Daniel Bryan don't like him. Shane admits that he and Daniel Bryan do not like him, but he reminds him of Chris Jericho and AJ Styles' rematch clauses. He tells Owens he cares about giving the fans the best matches, and that he does not care who is United States champ as long as the title is defending . Kevin Owens says he doesn't give a damn about the fans, and that he doesn't give a damn about him whether he is Commissioner or not.
Sami Zayn and "The Perfect Ten" Tye Dillinger beat Mike Kanellis and Aiden English.
The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) attack The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) before they can even come to the ring.
Renee Young interviews "The King of Strong Style" Shinsuke Nakamura, who says that next week, John Cena won't see him, and that he will be seeing Jinder Mahal at SummerSlam.
AJ Styles beats Kevin Owens and Chris Jericho to become the WWE United States Champion for a second time after sending Owens out of the ring following a pop-up powerbomb to Jericho (in response to Owens trying to pick the bones from a move by Styles earlier in the match). After the match, Owens says it is not fair that he lost the title as he wasn't ready, was forced to defend the title by Commissioner Shane McMahon and that Styles stole his victory from him, and says the people dislike him because he is better than they ever will be. He then says that what is fair is him getting his rematch against Styles for the United States title next week.
Stephanie McMahon and Mick Foley are in the ring to start tonight's show. They bring out the entire Raw roster, who stand at the top of the entrance ramp. Foley hopes they bring the most exciting episode of the show they can every week. Stephanie then shames Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins for not winning the WWE Championship last night, and says that Raw will get a world champion. Foley announces that tonight's episode will feature two Fatal 4-Way matches. The winners of those two matches will face each other in the main event tonight, and the winner of that match will face Seth Rollins for a brand new title: the WWE Universal Championship. Sami Zayn, Sheamus, Chris Jericho, Cesaro, Roman Reigns, Rusev, Kevin Owens, and Finn Balor are picked to compete in the Fatal 4-Way matches. Due to tapping out to Sasha Banks last night, Charlotte will be defending the WWE Women's Championship against Sasha Banks.
Finn Balor beats Rusev, Cesaro and Kevin Owens to continue to the main event match.
The Cruiserweight Division is coming to Raw...
Nia Jax quickly beats Britt Baker.
As The Golden Truth (Goldust and R-Truth) play Pokemon Go, Tom Phillips interviews Sasha Banks, who has been waiting for her title match with Charlotte for quite some time and plans to finally expose Charlotte as the coward that she is as she takes the WWE Women's title from her.
Roman Reigns beats Chris Jericho, Sheamus and Sami Zayn to continue to the main event match.
We look back at "The Nature Boy" Ric Flair's retirement match at WrestleMania 24.
The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) show up for their record-breaking tag team title celebration. They admit Battleground didn't go like they wanted, but they have been tag team champs for 337 days. They also announce that Booty-O's is now a real cereal. We then see a video package of their tag team title reign. The New Day then announce they will pick one person to be an honorary member of The new Day out of the crowd, whose name actually happens to be Sonny Boy. Sonny Boy celebrates with The New Day, when suddenly The New Day are attacked by Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson, who hit the Magic Killer on Big E. Sonny Boy escapes unharmed, but Gallows and Anderson find him in the front row and degrade him for being an honorary member.
Curtis Axel is called "Monday Night Raw's Mr. Irrelevant" before the next match. Curtis Axel says he was picked last, but they saved the best for last.
Neville beats Curtis Axel.
As Bob Backlund tells Darren Young that they will learn from last night, The Golden Truth (Goldust and R-Truth) show up playing Pokemon Go again. Bob Backlund goes off on them, then tells Darren Young to win that title again.
We get a crash course on Finn Balor.
Tom Phillips interviews Charlotte and Dana Brooke. Charlotte says Sasha Banks is all alone tonight, while she has evolved the WWE Women's Championship into what it is today. She says she will make Sasha Banks bow down to the queen tonight.
Sasha Banks beats Charlotte with the Banks Statement to become the WWE Women's Champion! Byron Saxton interviews Sasha Banks after the match, and the crowd chants "You deserve it!" She says she has finally proved that she is the best. She says this is a new era, an era of The Boss, change, and women's wrestling, and that every time she steps in the ring, she'll prove why she's champion and why there's only one Boss in the WWE.
Byron Saxton interviews James Elworth, who is very, very nervous as his opponent is Braun Strowman, who has a startling new look.
Braun Strowman destroys James Elworth.
The Golden Truth (R-Truth and Goldust) play Pokemon Go yet again.
Enzo Amore and Big Cass show up. As they talk about what they like raw, The Shining Stars (Primo and Epico) show up and talk about Puerto Rico. Enzo and Cass tell them they're S-A-W-F-T.
Enzo Amore and Big Cass beat The Shining Stars (Primo and Epico) after R-Truth rushes into the ring to play Pokemon Go.
Roman Reigns and Finn Balor wish each other luck backstage. Finn Balor says he's Irish and he invented luck. Roman Reigns says he's Samoan...'nuff said.
Finn Balor beats Roman Reigns to become #1 contender for the WWE Universal Championship and face Seth Rollins for the title at SummerSlam. After the match, Tom Phillips interviews Roman Reigns, who says that he hopes Finn Balor beats Seth Rollins to become the WWE Universal Championship, so he can get him for the title. He also says that he has respect for Finn Balor.
