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.
We look back on EC3 vs. Matt Hardy in a steel cage match for the TNA World Heavyweight Championship from Lockdown 2016.
We look back on Eric Young vs. Ricky Sosa from Slammiversary 2026.
Gia Miller interviews Director of Authority Santino Marella for Around the Ring. Topics discussed include movie tastes, favorite movies, food preferences, and memorable restaurant experiences.
Sami Zayn heads to the ring to start tonight's show. Sami says it seems a lot of people came to ride or die with "the last real good guy," then thanks the fans for their support before finding it hilarious that the people who were previously booing him once wanted him to be world champion. He says he could be petty and tell those who gave up on him to kiss his ass, but he will not, because he is a good guy and he never changed. He says that he did not become selfish to win the WWE Undisputed Championship and that he won it his way and the right way. He also says that he could tell those who said he could never win the big one to kiss his ass, but he will not, because this is a celebration and he will forever go down as one of the all-time greats, a WrestleMania main eventer and a Grand Slam champion. As Sami states that nobody can take this away from him, "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes suddenly shows up and heads to the ring. Sami asks Cody what he wants to talk about. Cody says that Sami was the first to celebrate with him when he won his first WWE Championship, and that he is here to return the favor before he shakes his hand. Cody is about to leave when Sami asks him to stay and just be himself for a moment, as he has something that Cody once had and will want again, and asks Cody why he is really out here when "Main Event" Jey Uso shows up. Jey Uso and Sami Zayn do their old friendship handshake before Jey tells Sami that he is proud of him and that he deserves it, but tells him that he wants to bring the gold back to the family and that it is just business. Cody asks what year it is and asks when Jey was reduced to running errands for Roman Reigns, and Sami Zayn says that as far as he is concerned, the WWE Championship is still in the family and that it is not going anywhere. He tells Jey and Cody to stay away from him. Raw General Manager Adam Pearce shows up as Sami Zayn leaves, and says that as his first order of business taking over for Nick Aldis is to find a new challenger for Sami. Sami wants some say on his SummerSlam opponent, but Pearce says his new challenger will face him next week on Raw and it will be whoever wins between Jey and Cody tonight.
Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Charlotte Flair, who says that Jade Cargill got what she deserved and that she will keep teaching Cargill lessons until she gets the picture. Alexa Bliss shows up wishing that Charlotte told her she was at Night of Champions. As Alexa and Charlotte argue, Tiffany Stratton shows up and says she did not need her help, but thanks her. Chelsea Green shows up and says Jade Cargill should be worried about them, then Charlotte says "You're welcome" to Tiffany.
Jade Cargill, "Michin" Mia Yim and B-Fab beat Tiffany Stratton, Chelsea Green and Charlotte Flair in a six-woman tag match.
Backstage, General Manager Adam Pearce ends an angry phone call with Nick Aldis when Sami Zayn shows up. Pearce says he has given him a great opportunity to show he is a great champion on a great show, then runs off. Sami almost smacks another water bottle, then smacks it anyway when he sees Johnny Gargano and Candice LeRae and tells Gargano that he won the big one and could not have done it without him. Sami says that one must stay true to themselves to win championship gold, then has Candice take a picture of him with Gargano.
Rey Fenix retains the AAA World Cruiserweight Championship against El Hijo del Vikingo.
Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Giulia. Giulia says she does not back down from any fight, and if Blake Monroe stops being a coward, she will fight her anytime and anywhere. Kiana James shows up and says that Giulia is the kind of person to bite the hand that feeds her and that Giulia got lucky. Suddenly, Giulia is attacked from behind by Blake Monroe, and when Kiana mouths off at Giulia, Blake Monroe attacks her, too.
Backstage, Jimmy Uso is talking to Jacob Fatu when Royce Keys shows up. Jimmy wants to know where Solo Sikoa is on family business, and Royce says that blood does not make one family and that he has been loyal to Jacob for fourteen years, which makes him his family. Jimmy says "Not no more. Right, Jacob?" Jimmy leaves, and Jacob follows suit.
Trick Williams and Lil Yachty head to the ring. Before Lil Yachty can speak, Carmelo Hayes suddenly appears and makes his way to the ring. Carmelo says that Trick got the job done and that they have no choice but to run it back for the WWE United States Championship, then gives credit where credit is due to Trick Williams and says Trick is only unstoppable because he has not chosen to stop him. He says that Trick has changed the WWE United States Championship from a title to an accessory and that he can just buy him a replica title from WWEShop, then says the United States title is the workhorse title for those who are starving, and Trick looks like he has had too much to eat. As Carmelo tells Trick to put the title up against someone he knows best, saying that Trick has "two left feet and a mouth full of marbles" when in the ring with him, then Lil Yachty interrupts and tells Carmelo he has his match next week. He then says the match is not for the title, as Carmelo has had his chance and Trick needs to get his reps in, and that when Trick wins, Carmelo will have no more excuses as to why he cannot get the job done. Trick acknowledges that given their history, he knows Carmelo like the back of his hand, then turns around and backhands Carmelo before leaving with Lil Yachty. Carmelo responds with a dive over the top rope that takes out Trick. Trick has to stop Lil Yachty from retaliating.
Backstage, Danhausen has Kit Wilson and The Miz in his lab when Matt Cardona shows up. Danhausen mentions that he has a match with JD McDonagh on Saturday Night's Main Event, then says he has back-up local to New York City for the match. Dahausen then has Cardona twist a knob on a machine, which smokes when Cardona does so, and Danhausen thinks The Judgment Day (Liv Morgan, Raquel Rodriguez, Roxanne Perez, JD McDonagh, "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio) sabotaged his equipment before leaving while Miz and Kit get shocked.
Lainey Reid beats Brie Bella after Jacy Jayne and Fallon Henley get involved on the outside.
Backstage, Fraxiom (Nathan Frazer and Axiom), R-Truth and Damian Priest have a hot dog eating contest, which R-Truth wins. Fraxiom leaves, the The War Raiders (Ivar and Erik) show up and Ivar eats the hot dog while Erik asks if they will accept their challenges with both of their tag team titles on the line. R-Truth accepts their challenge to a winner takes all match, as does Priest, and Priest says it will happen on SmackDown.
Backstage, "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes is met by Finn Balor. Cody welcomes Finn to SmackDown, and Finn says he has wanted to face him. He hoped that it would be for the title, however, and tells Cody to get the WWE Championship back. Cody leaves, then Tama Tonga shows up and says that he has thought about what Finn told him. Talla Tonga shows up from behind and attacks Finn, then Tama says he is closing the books from everything in his past and that Finn is next.
"The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes beats "Main Event" Jey Uso to become #1 contender for the Undisputed WWE Championship next week on Raw after hitting Cross Rhodes following a sleeper hold attempt by Jey Uso in the corner.
Indi Hartwell guests on commentary for the next match. We also see a TNA digital exclusive of an incident at a fan fest where The Elegance Brand (Ash by Elegance and The Personal Concierge George Iceman) give The IInspiration (Jessie McKay and Cassie Lee) a hard time.
The IInspiration (Jessie McKay and Cassie Lee) beat Tessa Blanchard and Victoria Crawford after Tessa confronts Indi Hartwell at the announce desk. After the match, Indi and Tessa brawl, and after security gets involved, Indi tells Tessa it will be the two of them at Slammiversary.
Tasha Steelz and The Great Hands (Jason Hotch and John Skyler) head to the ring to address Mustafa Ali and Cedric Alexander. Tasha says there is a lot of chaos and disorder in Order 4 (Mustafa Ali, Skyler, Hotch, Steelz), then says she has made a plea to Cedric Alexander. She asks Cedric Alexander and Mustafa Ali to come to the ring and sort things out. Cedric shows up first, followed by Mustafa. Cedric says Tasha called her, because everyone knows that Mustafa is not the man that he knew. He mentions the WWE Cruiserweight Division and how they were the heart and soul of 205 Live. Cedric also credits Mustafa as one of the people who kept him going in this business, and says that he is here to help him, and not for hostility. Mustafa says he does not want Cedric's help, saying Cedric took everything from him. Mustafa demands that Cedric give him "a WrestleMania rematch" against the one man he could never beat in Cedric at Slammiversary. Cedric says he is not here to be hostile, but if Mustafa wants to be hostile, he will beat his ass. Mustafa goes for a cheap shot, but Cedric ducks it and sends Mustafa out of the ring. Mustafa's security goes on the attack, but John Skyler and Jason Hotch help Cedric, who hits one of the security guards with the Lumbar Check. Mustafa is furious as he leaves.
We hear from Killer Kelly, who says that sometimes silence is louder than words and that things have been too quiet. She says that people thought she ran, then says that the chain was her and Masha Slamovich's bond until Masha turned her back and became Knockouts Champion. Kelly then says that she will take what is most important to Masha and become Knockouts Champion.
Masha Slamovich retains the TNA Knockouts World Championship against Killer Kelly by submission in a Chain Match after choking Killer Kelly with a chain. After the match, The Fatal Influence shows up and attacks Masha, then Jacy briefly examines the Knockouts title before The Fatal Influence (Jacy Jayne, Fallon Henley, Jazmyn Nyx) go back on the attack. Lei Ying Lee and Xia Brookside run into the ring, and The Fatal Influence retreats.
Backstage, we hear from The Northern Armory (Eric Young, Judas Icarus, Travis Williams). Eric Young gets angry with Judas Icarus and Travis Williams for losing to The Hardys (Jeff and Matt Hardy), and says that they are lambs and not wolves before questioning if they are against him. Judas says they will do whatever it takes, and Eric Young tells them to prove it.
As per the Bioflex Injury Report, Trey Miguel is out with a hernia, and that Zachary Wentz will wrestle tonight in his place. Xia Brookside has re-aggravated a knee injury and is being checked on regularly. AJ Francis is cleared following neck and lower back injuries.
Backstage, Mike Santana takes time to reflect, and says nobody is owed anything in the business. He says that when you work, you earn, and everyone who has been on the journey with him were heard, and it gave him the Slammiversary main event he says he has earned. He says this is more than a moment or a main event, but a culmination of everything he has gotten through to get to this moment, and he is not coming to Slammiversary to lose, as he is bringing the TNA World Championship home.
Matt Cardona beats Eddie Edwards after Brian Myers shows up and stops Eddie from using his System ring as a weapon. After the match, DarkState (Dion Lennox, Cutler James, Saquon Shugars, Osiris Griffin) shows up, and they attack Matt Cardona in the ring.
During the commercial break, Sami Callihan finds The Home Town Man unmasked.
We hear from Leon Slater, who talks about how he grew up as a big wrestling fans and grew up with TNA, how he is living his dream in TNA, growing up without a father and how his mother helped him with his dream.
Steve Maclin guests on commentary for the next match.
Mance Warner vs. Jake Something ends in a no contest after Maclin is confronted by both Jake and Warner at the announce table and Jake inadvertently hits Maclin with a forearm meant for Warner, which causes Maclin to go off and strike Jake.
Backstage, Steve Maclin tells both Jake Something and Mance Warner that they both have a match for the International Championship at Slammiversary as all three men are held back by security.
Myron Reed accompanies Zachary Wentz to the ring before the next match.
"The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth beats Zachary Wentz after Wentz takes out "The Hollywood Hunk" Ryan Nemeth on the outside for getting involved a second time.
Frankie Kazarian heads to the ring for the debut edition of The King's Speech. Kazarian laments not being part of the World Championship match at Slammiversary before introducing Joe Hendry. Hendry heads to the ring, then Kazarian introduces Mike Santana just as reluctantly as he did Hendry. Santana makes his way to the ring. Kazarian then enthusiastically introduces Trick Williams, who also makes his way to the ring. Trick talks about how he has beaten both Hendry and Santana in one-on-one match and how he has no problem doing it again at Slammiversary, as he is the only one who should be holding the TNA World Championship. Kazarian then refuses to let both Hendry and Santana speak when he asks them questions, and Santana takes the microphone and threatens to drop Kazarian on his own show if he disrespects him again. He says he did not get into wrestling to sing corny songs or be a "fake-ass, whack-ass" rapper, but to be the best, and he plans to bring TNA back to its essence and make it all about being the best again. Santana then says he will walk into Slammiversary and become TNA World Champion. Hendry says that everyone wants to see Trick get his ass whipped, and while he respects Santana's ability and passion, he will not be the man. After Hendry says that Santana will respect him, Trick laughs and says that both Hendry and Santana are liars and that he will take everything from them like he said he would. Kazarian takes the microphone and says that if he is not holding the World Championship, then the only one worthy is Trick Williams, who then attacks Santana and Hendry from behind before Kazarian joins in.
We see a video package for Thunder Rosa vs. Athena for the ROH Women's World Championship at Supercard of Honor.
We hear from The Infantry ("The Captain" Shawn Dean and "Bad News and Tattoos" Carlie Bravo) and Trish Adora, who wish the fans a happy Fourth of July.
Spanish Announce Project (Angelico and Serpentico) beat The Midnight Heat ("Rockin'" Ricky Gibson and "Precious" Eddie Pearl) by submission with the Navarro Death Roll from Angelico to Eddie Pearl.
We see footage of The Frat House (Griff Garrison, Cole Karter, Preston Vance, Jacked Jameson) playing beer pong in a local establishment when The Dark Order (Evil Uno, Alex Reynolds, John Silver) show up to face them at their own booze games, and also pay for everyone else's tab in the establishment.
Serena Deeb beats B3cca by submission with a single leg crab in a Pure Rules Match. After the match, Trish Adora shows up with a notebook as she has a staredown with Serena from the top of the ramp.
The Infantry ("The Captain" Shawn Dean and "Bad News and Tattoos" Carlie Bravo) beat Top Flight (Darius and Dante Martin) to become #1 contenders for the ROH World Tag Team Championships after Trish Adora and Leila Grey go at it on the outside and after "Taiga Style" Lee Moriarty hits Dante Martin with the ROH Pure Championship on the outside.
Backstage, Renee Paquette interviews Daniel Garcia and "Daddy Magic" Matt Menard. Garcia says he and Menard are no strangers to pressure, and while he respects Will Ospreay and what he wants to do for AEW, he is not losing tonight. MJF shows up and tells Garcia that this is is what he wants to see, and that he will be in his corner tonight. Garcia leaves, then Menard tells MJF that he is all right with him after everything he has done for Garcia.
"The American Dragon" Bryan Danielson beats PAC with a crucifix pin after PAC tries to counter the Lebell Lock by rolling Danielson back to pin him to advance to the finals of the men's Owen Hart Foundation Tournament. During the match, it is announced that the first member of Team AEW for Blood & Guts will be revealed later tonight.
Backstage, Renee Paquette interviews Willow Nightingale. Willow says "Nothing matters, smile anyway" is a motto for her in an unforgiving world, then says that Kris Statlander and Stokely Hathaway know nothing about that and that she is going to win the Owen Hart Tournament for a second time and become world champion, and she will make that all happen when she beats Kris Statlander tonight.
Mark Briscoe is in the ring. He talks about how he came close to becoming TNT Champion only to come up short, then says he is more focused on this week, which is Shark Week, which makes him think of Blood & Guts. He then declares himself a member of Team AEW. As Mark continues to speak, he is smacked from behind with the TNT Championship by "Scapegoat" Jack Perry. Kyle O'Reilly gets in the ring and beats up Perry, but he gets hit with a Rainmaker by "The Rainmnaker" Kazuchika Okada before The Young Bucks (Nicholas and Matthew Jackson) show up to watch. The Young Bucks then get in the ring to hit Mark Briscoe with an EVP-Trigger before The Acclaimed ("Platinum" Max Caster, Anthony Bowens, "Daddy Ass" Billy Gunn) rush into the ring, cause The Elite (Nicholas, Matthew, Okada, Perry) to flee.
Backstage, Renee Paquette interviews Luther, "Timeless" Toni Storm and Mariah May. Toni tells Mariah that Hikaru Shida is dangerous and that she would be devasted if she lost, then says that with her in her corner, no one can stop her.
Willow Nightingale beats Kris Statlander to advance to the finals of the women's Owen Hart Foundation Tournament after Statlander nearly knocks Stokely off the ring apron with a chain and Willow pins her with a schoolkid pin.
Backstage, Renee Paquette interviews Jeff Jarrett, who has no words regarding the tournament and leaves. Jay Lethal says that he and Sonjay Dutt have never seen Jarrett more prepared, as tonight is about honoring one of his best friends in Owen Hart.
Backstage, Renee Paquette interviews Will Ospreay and Kyle Fletcher. They are soon met by Don Callis, and Ospreay tells Callis that the loss is all on him, and admits that he owes Callis so much. He then states that he wants out of the Don Callis family. Callis says he is not one to let people out of signed agreements with him, but he is happy to do him the favor. He says that maybe one day, he will ask Ospreay for the favor. Callis and Ospreay then hug. After Callis walks away, so does Fletcher.
"The Learning Tree" Chris Jericho heads to the ring with a clipboard. As he does, security shows up and approaches Taz at the announce table. He says he is guesting on commentary to get some TV, then says Hook committed a cardinal sin by using the Judas Effect on him. He also says that Taz is a biased announcer for cheering for Hook, then announces that Taz must leave the announce table for the rest of the evening and leave the arena immediately as per an executive order by The Young Bucks (Nicholas and Matthew Jackson). Taz is escorted out of the building by security.
Samoa Joe, Hook and "The Wrestler" Katsuyori Shibata beat Gates of Agony ("The Machine" Brian Cage, Kaun, Toa Liona) in a trios match with a triple Redrum. After the match, "The Bad Apple" Bryan Keith and Big Bill attack Shibata and Joe from behind with metal folding chairs, and Chris Jericho joins in on the attack. Bryan Keith rips his sling off in the process. Bryan Keith then wraps a chair around Shibata's arm before striking the chair with another chair, and Big Bill keeps hitting Joe in the back with a chair. Jericho then dons a knuckle duster and punches Hook in the head with it before Bryan Keith produces a table, and Big Bill choke slams Hook through the table.
Jeff Jarrett's wild card opponent is revealed to be "Hangman" Adam Page.
"Hangman" Adam Page beats Jeff Jarrett to advance in the men's Owen Hart Foundation Tournament.
Backstage, Big Bill and "The Bad Apple" Bryan Keith attack Hook, and Chris Jericho throws a fireball into Hook's eyes.
Backstage, Renee Paquette interviews "Hangman" Adam Page, who is soon congratulated by The Young Bucks (Nicholas and Matthew Jackson). Matthew asks Page to be their fifth man in Blood & Guts, but Page grabs him and warns him that he is not "their man" or their puppet anymore and that he is not in the mood for their "bullshit games," and that he is winning the Owen Hart Foundation Tournament.
Will Ospreay retains the AEW International Championship against Daniel Garcia after MJF offers Garcia the Dynamite Diamond Ring and Garcia refuses, which allows Ospreay to hit the Hidden Blade for the win. After the match, Ospreay tries to console Garcia and offers him words of encouragement, then leaves. MJF then takes the blame for Garcia's loss and tells Garcia that he busted his ass, then tells Garcia that the fans still love him before raising his hand and hugging him. MJF then kicks Garcia in the groin before putting on the Dynamite Diamond Ring. When "Daddy Magic" Matt Menard shows up, MJF punches Menard with the ring, then spits on Garcia and punches Garcia with the ring. Security soon shows up, but MJF punches them all out before hitting Garcia with the ground and pound. Garcia still tries to get up, and MJF hits him with a piledriver from the middle rope even as Interim EVP Christopher Daniels tells him not to do it. As referees check on Garcia, MJF attacks Garcia further. Will Ospreay returns to the ring and chases MJF out of the ring and out into the crowd. Garcia has to be taken out of the ring on a stretcher.
Xavier Woods beats Nathan Frazer with twelve seconds (0:12) left in the semi-finals of the fourth tournament to determine a #1 contender for Andrade's WWE Speed Championships, and will face Andrade for the title on Friday.
Seth "Freakin'" Rollins heads to the ring to start tonight's show. He says that SummerSlam is only five weeks away and that he has only one thing on his mind before "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes shows up and heads to the ring. Cody can only say the word "So..." before Brock Lesnar suddenly shows up, and Cody and Brock soon brawl on the ramp. In the ring, Brock goes for an F-5, but Cody slips out and hits the Cody Cutter. After the commercial break, Seth "Freakin'" Rollins says he is looking forward to his next challenger when The Judgment Day (Damian Priest, Rhea Ripley, Dominik Mysterio) show up. Rhea Ripley says everyone is here to see The Judgment Day take over, and Seth Rollins notes the conspicuous absence of Finn Balor. Rhea says Finn Balor is fine even though he is not here tonight, and Priest tells Rollins to concern himself with his Money In The Bank contract. He tells Rollins that he could cash in on him at anytime, even after he is done beating Shinsuke Nakamura tonight, and become champion. Rollins tells Priest that he would need him tired out and beaten. Priest asks Rollins if he loves a good fight, and hopes he has that same energy against Dominik Mysterio, as does Rhea Ripley. Dominik keeps getting booed every time he speaks, and Rhea has to accept on Dominik's behalf. Rollins says this may be a trap, but he would like to smack the moustache off of Dominik tonight. After Rollins asks the crowd if they want to see that, Rollins then accepts Dominik's challenge.
Damian Priest beats Shinsuke Nakamura.
"Rowdy" Ronda Rousey heads to the ring. Before she can say much of anything, "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler shows up and says she speaks for everyone when she says she is tired of hearing her speak on a microphone. Ronda asks Baszler why ten years of loyalty suddenly mean nothing, and Baszler calls her "narcissitic" before saying she is the reason Ronda is standing in a WWE ring, and the only she owes is an apology for bringing Ronda into the business. She also says that she had to help build rings, fill out applications, pay her dues and work her way into WWE while Ronda came in through the back door, then says she loves wrestling and that she has ruined it for her. Baszler then says that the sobering reality is that she is the only one who can shut her up. Ronda kicks Baszler and attacks her, and the two of them brawl in the ring. Baszler gets Ronda in an ankle lock before kneeing her in the face.
Backstage, Maxxine Dupri has Otis in a headlock as she gets ready for her first match. Maxxine says July 4th is coming early because there will be fireworks tonight. Chad Gable says Alpha Academy (Chad Gable, Otis, Maxxine Dupri) will use their skills to punch The Viking Raiders (Ivar, Erik, Valhalla) with a dose of patriotism.
Raquel Rodriguez and Liv Morgan watch the next match from ringside.
Chelsea Green and Sonya Deville beat the team of Candice LeRae and Indi Hartwell, the team of Emma and Nikki Cross, the team of Dana Brooke and Tegan Nox and the team of Kayden Carter and Katana Chance in a WWE Women's Tag Team Championship #1 Contender's Tag Team Turmoil Match to become number one contenders for the WWE Women's Tag Team Championships.
We hear from Bronson Reed, who says he got where is now through fear. He says that if someone disrespects them, they get hurt; if they challenge him, he breaks them. He says that fear is what is needed to keep things in order, and that everyone will soon feast on a banquet of consequences.
Becky Lynch heads to the ring. She admits that she did not win at Money In The Bank, yet she is still focused on Trish Stratus, and she cannot think of a better place to end things here and now before calling Trish out for a fight. Trish Stratus and Zoey Stark make their way to the ring, with Trish wearing a protective facemask around her head. Trish states that she is still prettier than everyone and that everyone needs a mask like hers to hide their ugliness. She then says that she is not medically cleared because Becky broke her face. Becky says that if Trish cannot fight her, then Zoey Stark might as well get in the ring with her. After Becky mocks Trish's skills and Trish says nobody is better than her, Becky reminds Trish that she needed Zoey Stark's help to win at Night of Champions. Becky then says that she is the greatest of all time, and if Zoey Stark wants to get better, she will have to face her. She then says Trish will not be here long and that she is only here to get the rub off her, then asks Trish if she will make Zoey her secretary. Becky then asks Trish why she is here if she will not face her, and Trish says she is here because she is the face of the women's division that she helped create, and that Becky hated it when everyone thanked her and blames Becky breaking her face on that. She then says Zoey Stark will break her face, but as Trish and Zoey head towards the ring, Trish stops Zoey and says they will have to leave for a medical appointment before telling Becky to keep her calendar open for Zoey.
Jackie Redmond interviews "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes on the stage. Cody introduces Jackie to her first night on Raw along with the crowd, and that he decided to welcome Brock Lesnar back to Raw and tell him that they are not done yet. He says that Lesnar broke his arm and he broke Lesnar's face, and that they cannot coexist. He says he wants another shot at Lesnar and that he will fight him any night and every night.
Alpha Academy (Chad Gable, Otis, Maxxine Dupri) beat The Viking Raiders (Ivar, Erik, Valhalla) with a Sunset Flip from Maxxine Dupri to Valhalla.
We see post-match footage from Money In The Back of Ricochet and Logan Paul brawling.
Backstage, Jackie Redmond interviews Ricochet. He says a lot of people think that Logan Paul did not belong in WWE, and while Logan Paul can bring it, he does not like the disrespect that Logan Paul gave him after Money In The Bank. He then challenges Logan Paul to meet him face-to-face next week.
Rhea Ripley retains the Women's World Championship against Natalya. After the match, Rhea Ripley continues to attack Natalya until she is chased out of the ring by Raquel Rodriguez and Liv Morgan.
We hear from Tommaso Ciampa, who says that he faced The Miz like a man only for The Miz to attack him from behind. Last Monday, however, he saw the look in Miz's eye, and while Miz has done everything that there is to do in WWE, he has had loss after loss in the last few years until he finally had the spark. Ciampa tells Miz to bring that same energy with him the next time they face off and that he will bring that chip on his shoulder.We then hear from The Miz, who says he does not care what is in Ciampa's hand, as the last person who called him a coward is gone and that so. He admits he has a spark in his eye and feels better than ever, and tells Ciampa to bring the best version of himself because he will get the best version of himself and everyone will put respect on his name.
Backstage, Rhea Ripley is met by Iyo Sky, who threatens to cash in on her. Rhea tells her that trying to cash in on her will be the biggest mistake of her life before Dominik Mysterio and Damian Priest show up. Rhea shows displeasure with Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez getting in her business and says they will regret it, then Dominik says that he will be the last one standing against Seth "Freakin'" Rollins.
Matt Riddle beats Giovannni Vinci after reversing an ankle lock into an O'Connor Roll. After the match, Vinci and Ludwig Kaiser gang up on Riddle, then Drew McIntyre shows up, fights his way to the ring, and confronts Gunther before hitting Vinci with a Claymore Kick.
Backstage, Matt Riddle thanks Drew McIntyre for having his back when Byron Saxton shows up and interviews McIntyre. McIntyre announces that he is back, and Riddle says that since McIntyre is back, he proposes they team up against Imperium (Gunther, Ludwig Kaiser, Giovanni Vinci) next week. McIntyre likes the idea, then proposes they have a few pints tonight before next week.
Seth "Freakin'" Rollins beats Dominik Mysterio by disqualification after Damian Priest hits Rollins with South of Heaven. After the match, Priest continues to attack Rollins, but when he is about to put Rollins through the announce table with the Razor's Edge, Rollins fights back only for Dominik Mysterio to hit him from behind with the Money In The Bank briefcase. Dominik hands the briefcase to Priest and tells him to cash in, but as Priest gets in the ring, Finn Balor suddenly shows up and attacks Rollins. Priest confronts Finn as he is about to hit the Coup de Grace, and Dominik Mysterio tries to get them to stop arguing just to tell them that Rollins is getting away. When they fail to listen, Dominik goes after Rollins, but Rollins hits him with the Pedigree as he flees up the ramp. Priest and Finn continue to argue as the show fades to black.
This week on Raw Talk: Sonya Deville and Chelsea Green! "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler! Imperium (Gunther, Ludwig Kaiser, Giovanni Vinci)!
"Pretty" Peter Avalon beats "BHK" Kevin Martenson.
Backstage, Jeremy McPeet interviews Jordan Clearwater, who says it is his birthright to hold the United World Championship and that he is a fighting champion who takes on all challengers. In a few weeks, he faces "Masterpiece" Chris Adonis, and when they get in the ring, Adonis will taste the Midas Touch and he will welcome him to his golden era.
Invictus Khash beats Dustin Daniels with a Fujiwara Arm Bar.
Mylo vs. Alex Gracia ends in a no-contest when Marina Shafir shows up and attacks both competitors.
Backstage, Jeremy McPeet interviews Zicky Dice. All of a sudden, Jordan Cruz shows up as Zicky brags about the money and fame he has gotten as champion and demands a rematch. Zicky guarantees the pro wrestling lesson of a lifetime, a victory and a pinfall in the middle of the ring. Jordan says he only needed one shot to win it the first time and only needs one shot to win it back, but Zicky says that if Jordan does not win, he cannot challenge him for the Heritage title again. Jordan says this is not the first time Zicky has underestimated him - or the last - as he accepts the stipulation.
The Midnight Heat ("Rockin'" Ricky Gibson and "Precious" Eddie Pearl) beat The Wolf Zaddies (Che Cabrera and Bad Dude Tito). Eddie Pearl grabs the tights on a schoolkid pin after Bad Dude Tito chases Ricky Gibson to the back after Gibson puts Pearl's foot on the bottom rope following a double rolling elbow.
Backstage, Jack Farmer interviews Prince Nana and Invictus Khash. Nana says he has been out on business and that Khash is still undisputed in sanctioned matches, then announces a huge debut that will send shockwaves across the wrestling world. Mike Gogo and introduces himself to Prince Nana, who says "You're that guy, huh?" before proposing that Ray Jazikoff and Khash have a match and that they do things Goga's way. Goga accepts, and Nana says his people will be in touch.
Zicky Dice retains the United Heritage Championship against Jordan Cruz by count-out after hitting Cruz on stage with a low blow that the referee could not see. As per pre-match stipulation, Jordan Cruz cannot challenge Zicky Dice for the United Heritage Championship for as long as Dice is champion.
In backstage footage from after last week, Bandido celebrates his win in the Survival of the Fittest finals, saying he is happy that he was won despite all that has happened and that he ROH World Champion at Best In The World.
We hear from Fred Yehi and Jonathan Gresham before their match for the ROH Pure Championship.
Mike Bennett guests on commentary for the next match.
Jonathan Gresham retains the ROH Pure Championship against Fred Yehi in 12:16 via pinfall with a transition into a La Magistral Cradle.
Backstage, Quinn McKay interviews Jonathan Gresham, who agrees that Fred Yehi is a formidable opponent due to their history together, then says that the Pure Division is his and that he did not have to use a closed fist to win. He tells Fred Yehi to go back to training and that he will be waiting for him as the head of the Pure division. As for Mike Bennett, Gresham says he knows what kind of person he is and says he is not honourable and has not earned his respect, and at Best In The World, Bennett's rise to the top of the division stops with him.
We see a video package for The Briscoes' (Jay and Mark Briscoe) Fight on the Farm.
Jay Briscoe vs. Mark Briscoe in a Fight on the Farm ends with both men laid out in the ring.
"The GunShow" Brett Michaels beats Van Viciouss. After the match, Brett Michaels says he is back and he is not going anywhere, and after what The Hollywood Horror Show ("Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock, Jacksyn Crowley, Otis Crowley, The Revenant of Walker Hayes) pulled on him, he has put a target on all of them and that he will take them out regardless of how many of them he has to take out at once.
Austin Lane heads to the announce table. He says that the Best of the Best Challenge has brought the best and toughest challengers, then says that he has proven that he is the best of the best every time before declaring the challenge again. The challenge is answered by Connor.
Austin Lane beats Connor in a Best of the Best Challenge. After the match, Dustin Starr interviews Connor, who says that Austin Lane is the best of the best for a reason and that he wants to compete with the best of the best. Suddenly, King Cobra shows up and shakes Connor's hand. King Cobra says that Connor is doing a good job, but needs a little more polish and says that he could be a big star one day. King Cobra then offers to take Connor under his wing, and Connor accepts.
It is announced that the first Memphis Women's Champion will be crowned in two weeks.
Eric McMahon and Paris Kelly head to the announce table. Eric says he and Paris Kelly have taken out Diana Taylor, and that they are now focused on the Memphis Women's Championship. When asked if she is ready to get back in the ring for the first time since her injury, Paris Kelly says "Yes...and that's all I've got to say." Suddenly, Rebel Kel, "Smokin' Hot" Nikki Lane, and Claudia Solis show up, and Kel and Claudia say they are ready. Nikki says that she is ready for some six-woman tag team action.
"Smokin' Hot" Nikki Lane, Rebel Kel and Claudia Solis beat Paris Kelly, Lil Bit and "The Queen of the Gulf Coast" Katelynn Black in a six-woman tag team action.
In footage from earlier today, Alan Steel leaves his bag on the ring apron when someone gets his attention, and The Posse (Simon and Lil' Chris) swap the Memphis Heritage Championship with a fake children's title belt.
Alan Steel heads to the announce table with the tiny children's title belt in his hand. Steel accuses the crowd, Dustin Starr and Action Jackson of being in on the joke. He tells Dustin Starr to give this to Action Jackson, saying it will be the closest he will ever get to being champion. When Dustin Starr announces that Alan Steel will defend the Memphis Heritage Championship against Action Jackson in two weeks, Alan Steel says Action Jackson will step in the ring with the real deal for his first and only title shot. Alan Steel says that Action Jackson will enter a challenger and leave a victim.
Backstage, "Big Swole" Justin Cole asks Mike Anthony if he has his back today. Mike Anthony tells Justin Cole that he didn't have it the last time, and that he was there only to make a statement.
"Big Swole" Justin Cole beats Meklakov after Mike Anthony shows up and yanks Ken Dang off the apron and beats him up.
Backstage, Uncle Mikey and The Skimahorns have a meal at Top's Bar-B-Q in an attempt to "eat like champions." When Uncle Mikey bails on the bill, they have to wash dishes to pay the tab.
The Hollywood Horror Show ("Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock, Jacksyn Crowley, Otis Crowley, The Revenant of Walker Hayes) heads to the announce table. Jimmy Blaylock says that Brett Michaels is afraid of them, and says that if you want to see some fireworks explode, that is what is about to happen, as they are about to explode right now.
The Crowleys (Jacksyn and Otis Crowley) beat The Yung GOATs (Aaron Roberts and Zay Washington) with a double-team top rope Spanish Fly. After the match, The Crowleys continue to attack The Yung GOATs, then Brett Michaels shows up and hits The Crowleys with a baseball bat. The Revenant of Walker Hayes gets in the ring, but Jimmy Blaylock holds Walker Hayes back as The Hollywood Horror Show ("Hollywood" Jimmy Blaylock, Jacksyn Crowley, Otis Crowley, The Revenant of Walker Hayes) retreat.
Dustin Starr guests on commentary for the next match.
The Bodega ("King FatBoy" Papo Esco and Slice Boogie) retain the United World Tag Team Championships against The Yung GOATs (Aaron Roberts and Zay Washington) after Danny Limelight pulls Slice Boogie away from a top rope 450 by Zay Washington as the referee is pre-occupied with the action going on at ringside.
Backstage, Emily Mae interviews Cece Chanel and Ruby Raze. Cece tells Halston Boddy to keep trying to gang up on and bully her to put her down and put a target on her back, as she has someone watching her back. She also says that the course that Halston Boddy wants to take the women's division is about to change. Ruby Raze says that "Papa Jamie's" money ran out, and that she runs the women's division now.
"Sweet" Robin Shaw beats Jordan Clearwater with the vice grip after Jackson Calhoun throws his cane to Clearwater. When the cane is put away, Robin Shaw hits Clearwater with the low blow before applying the vice grip for the win.
We hear from Darwin Finch, who says that there is no evidence to support Kevin Martenson's claims of travelling into space, saying that Martenson has never travelled into space and shows no signs of having done so, including muscular atrophy.
Dustin Starr is in the ring to announce the world premiere of Midnight Heat's ("Rockin'" Ricky Gibson and "Precious" Eddie Pearl) new music video for "Heat Streak." Midnight Heat and Guy Tweakacetti show up to announce the airing of the video, which soon plays.
Dustin Starr guests on commentary for the next match.
Levi Shapiro retains the United Television Championship against "The GunShow" Brett Michaels after Howdy Price gets on the apron. Brett grabs Howdy Price, but Shapiro puts on his leather glove and knocks Brett out before winning with an inside cradle.
Isaiah "Swerve" Scott beats Matt Martel by disqualification following blatant interference by Chase Parker. After the match, Parker and Martel attack Swerve, then "The Premiere Athlete" Tony Nese shows up and chases Ever-Rise (Parker and Martel) out of the ring. The match is restarted as a tag team match.
Isaiah "Swerve" Scott and "The Premier Athlete" Tony Nese beat Ever-Rise (Chase Parker and Matt Martel).
Legado del Fantasma (Joaquin Wilde and Raul Mendoza) beat Leon Ruff and Liam Gray.
Michael Cole interviews Matt Riddle in the ring to start tonight's show. Riddle says that being called up from NXT and be in a SmackDown ring is "a love child of a lot of work and a lot of dreams," that being punched by "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles was like an out-of-body experience and that he likes Styles more than Styles likes him. He says that he could get used to celebrations like the one from two weeks ago. When asked why he fights with no boots or shoes, Riddle says he went back and forth between playing in the snow and playing in an indoor pool as a child while on vacation in Wisconsin. He says that this caused him to have frostbite, but his feet pulled through, and he never wears shoes because it gives the same burning sensation. As Cole asks more questions, King Corbin shows up. Corbin says Riddle should have just admitted he was an idiot and still is to this day, then complains about Riddle getting airtime before telling Cole to get out of the ring. He says that what Riddle did last week was disrespect, and demands he bow down to him. He tells Riddle that nobody likes him and wants him to be here, and that he wants him to pay for it. Riddle says "You do you," and Corbin tells him to be ready for a match at any moment and to have some sense slapped into him. Corbin tells him he just can't have a match against him, then tells him he has a match against John Morrison.
Baron Corbin guests on commentary for the next match.
Matt Riddle beats John Morrison. After the match, Riddle is attacked by "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles, but Drew Gulak runs out and attacks Styles while referees and officials have to break up the brawl.
Backstage, Sarah Schreiber walks into an argument between King Corbin, The Miz and John Morrison. Corbin threatens to cut off Matt Riddle's career.
"The Phenomenal" AJ Styles retains the WWE Intercontinental Championship against Drew Gulak. During the match, Daniel Bryan chimes in on the match via Zoom.
Bayley and Sasha Banks show up. Bayley says that she and Sasha have rolled over everyone in the past week, and brags about how they are on all three brands. She then says nobody shows them any respect except for The Undertaker, whom Bayley says called her last week to tell her she is the greatest champion in WWE history.She also mentions that The Undertaker has stated that he cannot wait for Bayley to win all the titles and have her own tribute, then asks why they should wait to have the tribute when they can have it tonight. A video tribute for Bayley and Sasha plays, then Bayley and Sasha try to start some "Thank you, Bayley" and "Thank you, Sasha" chants before Alexa Bliss and Nikki Cross show up. Alexa and Nikki pull out a list of their own obviously fake accomplishments, then ball them up and tell Sasha and Bayley that they sound as ridiculous as them. Sasha says that nobody has been able to touch Bayley for a year, and Nikki will not be able to do any differently. Nikki says she can take the title and become the next SmackDown Women's Champion, but Bayley and Sasha laugh at her. Alexa slaps Bayley in the face, and Sasha says that Bayley will give Alexa a preview of Extreme Rules. Alexa accepts the challenge.
Bayley beats Alexa Bliss by disqualification after Nikki Cross punches Bayley in the face after taking out Sasha Banks for interfering in the match behind the referee's back while the referee is dealing with Nikki. After the match, Nikki attacks Bayley further, but Sasha gets Bayley out of the ring and the two of them retreat.
We see a video package preview for Braun Strowman vs. Bray Wyatt in a Wyatt Swamp Fight at Extreme Rules.
Shinsuke Nakamura beats Kofi Kingston. After the match, Cesaro comes back after being ejected during the match and pulls a table out from underneath the ring, but Big E shows up - also after being ejected during the match, and stops Cesaro from doing anything.
Next week: Braun Strowman vs. Bray Wyatt for the Universal Championship from Money In The Bank is replayed! Alexa Bliss and Nikki Cross vs. Bayley and Sasha Banks! Shinsuke Nakamura vs. The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Big E) for the SmackDown Tag Team Championships!
A bartender is in the ring with numerous alcoholic drinks. Jeff Hardy shows up, and he is not impressed by what is inside of the ring. Jeff calls out Sheamus so that they can get the toast over with, and Sheamus shows up, not in the ring, but on the TitanTron at his own personal bar. Sheamus says he is doing this to give Jeff some personal space, and says that the adrenaline rush Jeff had last week is him diving back into his old ways and tells Jeff that he has a problem, not with alcohol, but with facing reality. He says that Jeff has been feelings orry for himself since losing at Backlash, and is sticking his nose in someone else's business to get over it. Sheamus says he has a solution to all his problems: the alcohol in the ring. Sheamus mockingly toasts Jeff Hardy, hoping that he passes out and that he adds to his criminal record, but Jeff calls Sheamus the sickest person he has ever met due to his mocking his struggles. Sheamus says he is here to help him, not to hurt him, and that Jeff does not have to live a lie anymore if he just dives back into the gutter. The bartender offers Jeff a drink while Sheamus tells him to "follow [his] instincts." Jeff takes the drink, then pours it on the bartender's head before smashing a bottle into the back of the man's head. He then hits the bartender with a Swanton Bomb.
Mia Yim beats Aliyah. After the match, Mia Yim tosses Vanessa Borne into the steel steps on her way out, then goes to the commentary table and tells "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler that her days are numbered and that she is coming for the NXT Women's Championship.
Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews General Manager William Regal, who states that Io Shirai did something dreadful to Candice LeRae. Suddenly, The Forgotten Sons (Jaxson Ryker, Wesley Blake, Steve Cutler) barge in. They state that Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) cannot make title matches, and demand one from Regal. Regal tells them they got disqualified and went back to the bottom of the queue when they had their chance. Jaxson Ryker tells Regal they won't forget this as The Forgotten Sons leave. Regal states that Street Profits have proposed that they defend the NXT tag titles against Oney Lorcan and Danny Burch next week, which he makes official.
In part two of Adam Cole's championship tour, Cole goes to Gargano's Subs. As he picks up an order, he places a autographed picture of himself next to a painting of Johnny Gargano before picking it up and leaving. Cole hints at the picture as he leaves, then heads to a wrestling school and tells everyone that even though they respect Johnny Gargano, Gargano is "full of crap" and got lucky against him. He tells everyone at the school that Gargano gave them a false sense of hope before telling them all to give up on their wrestling dreams and find themselves a new hero.
KUSHIDA beats Jeff Parker. The Hoverboard Lock is official renamed the Sakuraba Lock after Japanese MMA fighter Kazuchi Sakuraba.
Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Tyler Breeze, who says that The Undisputed Era (Adam Cole, Bobby Fish, Kyle O'Reilly, Roderick Strong) say the same thing all the time and want to take credit for NXT. He says it is time to give them a refresher on "NX-Breeze."
Cameron Grimes beats Isaiah "Swerve" Scott to advance in the NXT Breakout Tournament.
Killian Dain is coming soon.
Bianca Belair beats Priscilla Zuniga. (Zuniga is perhaps best known for her time in Impact Wrestling as Diamante.)
We see Matt Riddle incorporating MMA into his training in the gym as he talks about his MMA career before entering NXT.
Roderick Strong beats Tyler Breeze following the distraction by Bobby Fish and Kyle O'Reilly.
Rhea Ripley shows up suddenly to start tonight's show. She says she and Piper Niven have gone back and forth for weeks and that she is tired of Piper thinking she is the most dominant woman in NXT UK. She proposes that they settle this right now instead of later in the show, and Piper Niven shows up. This starts a match.
Piper Niven beats Rhea Ripley.
In footage from earlier today, "The Lucky Yin" Kenny Williams is suddenly attacked by Noam Dar in the mud, and Noam Dar tells William to stay in the tag division - and the mud - where he belongs.
Next week: Ilya Dragunov!
Alexander Wolfe beats Jack Starz in his NXT UK debut.
In footage from earlier today, Gallus (Joe Coffey, Mark Coffey, Wolfgang) says that they have had only "one home game" and "a hell of an away game, then promises to put "Bomber" Dave Mastiff and The Hunt ("Wild Boar" Mike Hitchman and "The Primate" Jay Melrose) back on a leash.
Next week: Toni Storm in action!
Jazzy Gabert beats Dani Luna and Mercedes Blaze in a two-on-one handicap match.
We hear from Kassius Ohno, who says that NXT UK is in "a state of emergency" and that it needs something like him to protect the integrity of British wrestling. After considering Pete Dunne, Moustache Mountain (Tyler Bate and Trent Seven), Wolfgang and Mark Andrews "the founding five," he calls Mark Andrews a follower and not an authentic British wrestler, saying he throws superkicks because of "The Heartbreak Kid" Shawn Michaels and not Chris Adams, and that his potential has been wasted. Ohno states that there is nobody more passionate about British wrestling than him, and that he is the best British wrestler in the world.
Next week: Gallus (Joe Coffey, Mark Coffey, Wolfgang) vs. "Bomber" Dave Mastiff and The Hunt ("Wild Boar" Mike Hitchman and "The Primate" Jay Melrose)!
Moustache Mountain (Tyler Bate and Trent Seven) beat Grizzled Young Veterans (Zack Gibson and James Drake) by disqualification after Imperium (Walter, Fabian Aichner, Marcel Barthel, Alexander Wolfe) interferes. After the match, Imperium continues to viciously attack Moustache Mountain, then handcuff Trent Seven to the corner before Walter powerbombs Tyler Bate, twice on the ring apron and once on the ring post. Wolfe throws the keys to the handcuffs into the crowd before Imperium poses on the ring apron.
Before the next match, TJP says tonight, General Manager Drake Maverick has scheduled him against an opponent of his choosing as well as in a match that he wants. TJP notes that this is not the main event, not for the Cruiserweight Championship and in the middle of "Yamaha, Nebraska," which he calls "a dump of a town." He says that Nebraska is where fun and excitement comes to die, and says he will give Maverick another chance, as he may have found an opponent who is actually worthy. TJP finds out that his opponent is none other than Noam Dar, who has not been seen on 205 Live since being injured six months ago.
Noam Dar quickly beats TJP.
We hear from Buddy Murphy, who says that there is no cruiserweight like him and that he is the juggernaut of the division. He says if it wasn't for Mustafa Ali, he would be Cruiserweight Champion. Tonight, there are no rules, and after he beats Mustafa Ali, he'll be waiting for Cedric Alexander.
Backstage, TJP ignores Dash Fuentes as she tries to interview him.
Before the next match, Lio Rush suddenly shows up and stands at ringside to scout the competition.
Akira Tozawa beats Jayson Strife. After the match, Lio Rush tells Tozawa his victory was impressive, and admits Tozawa is good. He then asks what Tozawa has done since he was Cruiserweight Champion, and says he's just been walking around and waiting for opportunities. Lio says Tozawa should be ashamed, and says the difference between them is that he doesn't wait for anything because he is too good to wait. He says he calls his own shots, and tells him to get in the ring with him when he's done waiting for opportunities.
We hear from Mustafa Ali, who says Buddy Murphy is big, strong, bad and dangerous. Tonight is a no-disqualification, which means Murphy is more dangerous than ever before. While others run from danger, however, he runs into it. He says rules - and bones - might be broken, but that is okay, because he will prove that the juggernaut is really human after all.
We hear from Cedric Alexander, who says Hideo Itami is acting entitled over what he has done in the past. Cedric he has worked too hard and too long to be a champion, and next week will be about adding Hideo's legend to his legacy.
Mustafa Ali beats Buddy Murphy in an intense no-disqualification match.
Renee Young starts tonight's show by interviewing the newly-reunited Team Hell No (Daniel Bryan and Kane). Kane shows up first, followed by Daniel Bryan. Daniel Bryan says the beautiful thing about Team Hell No's relationship is that sometimes they fight and sometimes they hug, but when they get in the ring, they are unstoppable. Kane talks about Team Hell No's former glory - including their graduation from anger management - and says they have been through hell. He assures that Team Hell No is back and better than ever. Kane says that sometimes, Daniel Bryan can have a bit of a temper, and when The Bludgeon Brothers attacked him, he knew Daniel would not let it go and that he would get himself in trouble. After Kane says Daniel always has a demon watching over him, Daniel says he is glad Team Hell No is back together and that he has no doubt they will become the SmackDown Tag Team Champions. As for Kane always over him, that isn't always true, as they both last met as opponents. Kane says they were always friends, but Daniel Bryan reminds him he almost ended his career. Kane says everyone likes to win, but Daniel says he Tombstoned him everywhere and it was not even a match. Kane says this is a fresh start, and if they want to win, they must focus on what unites them. Daniel also reminds Kane he tried to abduct his wife Brie Bella. Kane admits they have their differences and that he has always had his back. This leads to a back-and-forth "yes, I have; no, you didn't" until The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) show up. After a healthy dose of nostalgia, The Usos declare that Team Hell No does not deserve a tag team title shot, as they have SmackDown Live on lock. After The Usos comedically hug each other four times, Daniel Bryan challenges them to a match, but Kane says they will take it under consideration. Daniel thinks Kane thinks he is still the weak link. Suddenly, General Manager Paige shows up. Paige tells Team Hell No they will have to prove themselves tonight against The Usos in a match, and if The Usos win tonight, they will be added to the SmackDown tag team title match to make it a Triple Threat Tag Team Match.
We hear from Jeff Hardy, who praises the bald eagle and its symbolic importance to the United States as he announces that he holds the United States title with great pride. He says that he is looking for his next prey, and that he will put the title on the line in an open challenge.
Backstage, Asuka says it does not matter who she faces, as they will fell the pain. She then tells James Ellsworth he is not ready for her.
The Miz answer's Jeff Hardy's Independence Day open challenge for the WWE United States Championship.
Jeff Hardy retains the WWE United States Championship against Miz in an Independence Day United States Open Challenge after Jeff Hardy takes advantage of The Miz arguing with referee Charles Robinson over getting caught using the ropes for leverage during a schoolboy pin.
In the locker room, James Ellsworth says men are the stronger specimen over women. He says that some women are not ready for Asuka, but he is all man. 'Mella is money, but Ellsworth is exquisite.
Byron Saxton hosts the inaugural New Day 3rd of July Pancake Eating Contest. The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) show up, and after Byron Saxton puts The New Day on a pedestal and explains the rules, the pancake eating contest begins. However, he contest ends as quickly as it begins when the lights go out and SAnity (Eric Young, Alexander Wolfe, Killian Dain) attacks The New Day from behind. SAnitY lays The New Day out, and Xavier Woods is put through a table.
Before the next match, Carmella shows up to distract Asuka before her match with James Ellsworth. She then guests on commentary for the next match.
Asuka vs. James Ellsworth ends in a double count-out when Asuka chases Ellsworth over the barricade and into the backstage area. Shortly afterwards, Asuka chases Ellsworth back to ringside only to be shoved into the barricade by Carmella, who grabs Ellsworth and takes him to the back.
In the boiler room, Daniel Bryan meets Kane with papers in his hands. Daniel says it is time to get on the same page and that Kane should apologize for past actions. Kane apologizes, and tells Daniel that there is a lot at stake in their match tonight. After telling Daniel that it is over if they make one mistake, he reminds Daniel that they are unstoppable in the ring. He says that it is time to leave a fire in the ring that nobody can extinguish before going on to become tag team champions. After Kane asks Daniel Bryan if he is ready for The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso), Daniel Bryan starts a "Yes!" chant.
"The Artist" Shinsuke Nakamura vs. Jeff Hardy for the WWE United States Championship is now official for Extreme Rules.
Before the next match, "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles says that at Extreme Rules, he will defend the WWE Championship against a man who is bigger and stronger than him. He then says that is nothing new and that he likes to prove people wrong. He has also heard what Rusev has to say to him, and says SmackDown Live is the house that he built. He admits Rusev is a superathlete, but he is not phenomenal. Rusev then shows up with Aiden English. Rusev says that he does not care how phenomenal Styles thinks he is, because he has never faced "this Rusev," as he has never had an opportunity at the WWE Championship until now. He then tells Styles he meant what he said and that at Extreme Rules, he will evict Styles from the house he built and move in. Aiden English says he and Rusev will move in on Rusev Day. When the bell rings, Rusev distracts Styles to allow English to begin the match with a cheap shot.
"The Phenomenal" AJ Styles beats Aiden English with the Calf Crusher. After the match, Rusev drags Styles out of the ring and hits him with a Matchka Kick. He then gets Styles back in the ring and locks in the Accolade in the middle of the ring.
We hear from The IIconics (Billie Kay and Peyton Royce). Peyton Royce says she will expose Becky Lynch as a never-was who never wins when it counts when she finishes the job Billie Kay started.
Backstage, Carmella and James Ellsworth are met by General Manager Paige. He tells Ellsworth that he can't run away from Asuka, and next week, he will face Asuka in a Lumberjack Match.
Becky Lynch beats Peyton Royce with the Dis-Arm-Her after countering a crucifix pin attempt.
We hear from "The Artist" Shinsuke Nakamura, who asks why Jeff Hardy paints his face. He says that at Extreme Rules, he will strip away his pride, his honor and his United States Championship.
We see a trailer for Skyscraper starring The Rock, which comes to theaters July 13.
Team Hell No (Kane and Daniel Bryan) beat The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso). (Had The Usos won, they would have entered the match for the SmackDown tag team titles at Extreme Rules and made it a Triple Threat Tag Team Match.) After the match, The Bludgeon Brothers show up and stare at Team Hell No from the stage to end the show.
Enzo Amore shows up to start tonight's show. It is announced that Enzo Amore and Big Cass will square off against each other at Great Balls of Fire. He says he has been through a lot over the last year, and the fans always had his back. He says that Big Cass looked right past him and took advantage of his vocal talents. Every week, he kept getting beat down, but kept getting right back up. He may not be the biggest or the strongest, but he is one of the toughest. He knows who he is, and doesn't have to be someone he's not. He is confident in who he is, and is grateful for that. He is also grateful for all the young fans who look up to him, as it puts food on his table and gives him reason to believe in himself and the good that he is doing, as you cannot teach confidence. Enzo goes on to say that his mouth has yet to dig a hole that he can't climb out of, and tells Big Cass he is nothing more than a "seven-foot catchphrase that he wrote," and with the fans as his witness, there is nobody in the business who goes harder at bouncing a check than him. He also tells Big Cass not to be surprised when he finds out he is not where the money is at after all, unless he starts wearing a shirt that says "Casshole." Enzo goes on to say that he and Cass were brothers, and the "ride or die" part of him is dead because it rolled down his face with one tear when Cass hit him with a big boot. He says it is all about him now.
Big Cass has seen Enzo Amore's promo from backstage, and Charly Caruso interviews him. Big Cass says Enzo may be able to talk, but he won't be walking at all - much less walking the walk - after Sunday, as he is where the money is even as Enzo thinks he is the star. He is suddenly jumped from behind by Enzo Amore, and referees and officials have to quickly restore order.
Sasha Banks and Bayley beat Nia Jax and Alexa Bliss with a Banks Statement to Alexa. Before the first commercial break, Nia Jax hurts Bayley so hard that she has to be taken to the back during the break that the match becomes a 2-on-1 Handicap Match.
General Manager Kurt Angle is on the phone when Braun Strowman shows up, saying that Roman Reigns is not in the building tonight and that Roman Reigns will not face him at Great Balls of Fire after how he took him out last week, and wants competition for both tonight and Great Balls of Fire. Angle says he will figure something out, but tells Braun that nobody wants to face him. Braun tells him that he is heading to the ring, and that he will have competition by the end of the night.
We see a video package of Brock Lesnar and Samoa Joe, where both men talk about what they have to do to win at Great Balls of Fire.
Before the next match, Cedric Alexander says it is over between him, Noam Dar and Alicia Fox. He calls out Noam Dar so he can send him back to Alicia with a neck brace. Noam Dar shows up with Alicia Fox, who appears wearing a neck brace.
Cedric Alexander beats Noam Dar despite the distraction from Alicia Fox.
It's time for Miz TV. The Miz says he exposed the Ball family last week for what they are: overexposed, overhyped and forgotten. Miz also brags about how he made Bo Dallas and Curtis Axel A-listers, then says the only thing Dean Ambrose represents is wasted potential, as he had potential at the start only to become a joker and a lackey who cannot handle success. He says that every time Dean Ambrose was a top dog, he caved under pressure that he himself flourishes in and could not make the Intercontinental title relevant again like he could. He says Dean can laugh all he wants, but he will soon become the biggest joke of all. Dean Ambrose shows up, and says everything The Miz said about him is true, but he might as well beat him up anyway. Dean Ambrose demands his rematch, and demands it tonight. Heath Slater and Rhyno show up, and Slater says he was the last man to beat Miz in the ring. Slater says he wants a shot at the Intercontinental title, as he has a family to feed and has had very few opportunities in WWE. The Miz tells Dean Ambrose he will give him his rematch when he deems fit, and tells Heath Slater to dorget about his shot at the Intercontinental Championship. Suddenly, General Manager Kurt Angle shows up and tells The Miz he gets to decide when The Miz competes, not The Miz. The Miz says he will do Kurt a favor anddefend the WWE Intercontinental Championship at Great Balls of Fire, and all Kurt has to do is name his opponent and decide whether it will be Ambrose or Slater. Angle asks why we cannot have both, and makes Miz defend the title against Slater tonight befoe defending against Ambrose at Great Balls of Fire. Also, Slater vs. The Miz for the Intercontinental title is next.
Dean Ambrose guests on commentary for the next match.
The Miz - despite not being dressed for a match and splitting his pants in the process - retains the WWE Intercontinental Championship against Heath Slater when Bo Dallas and Curtis Axel attack Rhyno after Rhyno nearly knocks down Maryse, distracting Slater. After the match, The Miztourage (Miz, Bo, Axel) beat up Slater, and Dean Ambrose rushes to the ring. He nearly hits The Miz with Dirty Deeds, but Bo Dallas and Curtis Axel attack him from behind and the numbers game catches up when The Miz joins in and eventually hits Dean with the Skull Crushing Finale. The Miz and Maryse kiss afterwards.
Apollo Crews meets with Titus O'Neil backstage. Titus tells Apollo he has a perfect opportunity for him, and tells him he has a match against Braun Strowman, and Titus tells Apollo that "Crews can't lose."
Goldust is sitting in a director's chair in the ring. Before he shows us "The Shattered Truth," Goldust thanks "the little people," and especially R-Truth, for without him being so naive, jealous and selfish, none of this would be possible. Now he gets to make him a star, and the only thing that shines brighter is gold. We then see "The Shattered Truth," which consists of footage from Goldust's personal cameraman from last week. After the film is over, we see that R-Truth isb ehind Goldust, and R-Truth attacks Goldust.
As General Manager Kurt Angle looks at his texts backstage, Sheamus and Cesaro shows up. Angle lets Sheamus and Cesaro know that their match against The Hardys for the Raw tag titles will be a 30-minute Iron Man Match. Cesaro then asks for a match tonight against Finn Balor tonight, and Angle gives it to him. Angle then tells Sheamus and Cesaro to be careful what they wish for before he takes a phone call.
Before the next match, Curt Hawkins says the crowd did not believe in him last week, and asks the crowd who wants to see him win and who wants to see him lose. Seth takes the microphone and cuts him off, and asks the crowd who wants to see Curt Hawkins shut up. Seth says he wants to see that, too, and hits Curt with the microphone, starting their match.
Seth Rollins beats Curt Hawkins with one punch. After the match, Seth Rollins wants to know where Bray Wyatt is. He tells Bray that he nor anybody need to be saved as he embraces his transgressions, as they have made him who he is. He tells Bray to beware of his wrath, for on Sunday, he will prove Bray Wyatt is not a god.
We see an interview with Samoa Joe and Brock Lesnar. Joe says nobody came to hear Michael Cole ask questions, as all he has done is make statements. Joe says he has questions for Brock, who says he will walk in and out as champ. Joe says he has laid both him and Paul Heyman out. Joe then names who he's taken out as of late after saying Lesnar sweats him as they are both in separate rooms. Joe then rips his microphone off and looks for Lesnar, Officals, security, referees and even General Manager Kurt Angle try to stop him, and when Joe finds Lesnar, they all have to hold him back.
Neville beats Mustafa Ali with the Rings of Saturn, and keeps it locked in a little while longer before letting go.
Akira Tozawa vs. Neville for the WWE Cruiserweight Championship is the kick-off match at Great Balls of Fire.
We see footage of Bray Wyatt in Death Valley. Bray talks about how hen man first started to worship the sun, it was in gratitude. However, the sun was a merciless, sadistic idol, blinding anyone who looked too long. Bray decided to intercede and give man the gift of fire, so no man should have to bow to the light. Chaos can brighten the darkest shadows, and he is the chaos that fuels the fire. Ever since he came to Raw less than one hundred days ago, that fire has burned. Friends have become enemies, brotherhoods have cracked, and the Beast is reduced to a mere mortal. He is everywhere. He is the wrath that consumes you, that which cannot be touched but can be felt by all. This Sunday, Seth Rollins will look into the eyes of a god, but he will not go blind. For the first time he will see, but it will burn.
Charly Caruso interviews Alexa Bliss, who says that tonight's loss will not be foreshadowing for this Sunday, and says she let Sasha win to give her a false sense of security, as winning requires both strength and intelligence. She calls this strategy. Charly Caruso says nobody believes her, but Alexa says nobody cares what Charly thinks, for this Sunday, she will retain the Raw Women's title.
The Hardys (Jeff and Matt Hardy) guest on commentary for the next match.
Finn Balor beats Cesaro. During the match, Elias Samson distracts Finn with his guitar. Shortly after that, Sheamus gets on the apron, and The Hardys (Jeff and Matt Hardy) rush to the ring and fight both Samson and Sheamus. After an all-out war outside of the ring where Finn Balor takes out everyone with a somersault over the top rope, Finn is able to get Cesaro back into the ring to hit the Coup De Grace.
Before the next match, Braun Strowman says there are few things he likes more than beating up Roman Reigns, whom he says is too stubborn to stay down. If Roman Reigns shows up Sunday, he will be leaving in the back of an ambulance. As for tonight, he wants competition, and demands General Manager Kurt Angle send him some right now. Titus O'Neil shows up and says tonight is a special Titus Worldwide occasion, even though he would have no problem punching him in the mouth and introduces someone that he says will be competition for Braun Strowman: Apollo Crews.
Braun Strowman beats Apollo Crews with three powerslams. After the match, Titus O'Neil stares down with Braun Strowman, then tries to fight him only to get demolished. Strowman then throws Crews in the back of the ambulance near the stage, but the ambulance does not drive away. When Braun checks on the driver, Roman Reigns punches Strowman in the mouth, and both men brawl until Roman Spears Strowman off the stage and into a nearby table.
