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.
Laredo Kid is already in the ring as Je'Von Evans enters it to start tonight's show. "All Ego" Ethan Page then makes his entrance and calls their summit "a farce," then says Je'Von and Laredo are standing in his ring when he should be celebrating. Instead, he has to share the ring with them, defend his title, then defend it again against "Super" Sean Legacy, all of which Ricky Saints agreed to, not him. Laredo and Je'Von remind Ethan that they still have unfinished business, then Legacy shows up. Legacy looks forward to his title shot and hopes it is not against Ethan; nevertheless, he looks forward to being a double champion. All of a sudden, The Vanity Project (Brad Baylor, "The Smoke Show" Ricky Smokes, Jackson Drake) shows up and mocks Legacy, stating that Jackson Drake will take care of Legacy tomorrow night on Evolve. After Brad Baylor tells Ethan Page that they have his back, Ethan attacks Legacy from behind, starting one big brawl that security has to stop.
AAA Megas Champion El Hijo del Vikingo is seen in the crowd.
DarkState (Dion Lennox, Cutler James, Osiris Griffin) beat Chase University (Andre Chase, Kale Dixon, Uriah Connors) in a six-man tag match.
Backstage, General Manager Ava meets with Laredo Kid, Je'Von Evans and "Super" Sean Legacy and puts them in an eight-man tag match against "All Ego" Ethan Page and The Vanity Project (Brad Baylor, "The Smoke Show" Ricky Smokes, Jackson Drake). Je'Von says they can handle things 3-on-4, then Dragon Lee shows up and becomes the fourth man.
Backstage, Sarah Schreiber interviews Trick Santana, who says that while Mike Santana is the standard in Total Nonstop Action, he has changed the standard and is now in charge. He says he will take the TNA World Championship to new levels, and tonight, it stays with him.
In footage from last week, Tyra Mae Steele talks about her time in WWE LFG with the rest of the women's locker room. Arianna Grace shows up and tells Tyra not to talk about herself so much, as nobody likes a bragger. When Arianna leaves, Tyra says she has found her first opponent.
Myles Borne beats Charlie Dempsey two falls to one (2-1) in a Rounds Match. As per pre-match stipulation, Myles Borne is able to leave No Quarter Catch Crew (Dempsey, Myles, Tavion Heights, Wren Sinclair). Myles Borne scores the first fall with seven seconds (:07) left in Round 1 with a sit-down pin. After the end of Round 2, Charlie Dempsey hits a knee to Myles Borne's ribs after the bell. This allows Dempsey to pin Myles with a Fisherman's suplex 25 seconds (:25) into Round 3. Myles scores the third and deciding fall with fourteen seconds (:14) left in Round 4 following the drop kick to win the match and leave No Quarter Catch Crew.
Backstage, Izzi Dame attacks Brooks Jenning with a metal folding chair as the rest of The Culling (Shawn Spears, Jenning, Niko Vance) meets. Izzi tells Spears and Vance that she has gotten their match tonight moved back to next week, then says that Jenning has never fully bought into their mission.
Tyra Mae Steele beats Arianna Grace.
Backstage, Sarah Schreiber interviews Mike Santana, who says that he will take time to reflect after he wins the Total Nonstop Action World Championship, then says he saw a pretender who fights for no one but himself in Trick Williams' eyes. He says he will fight not only for his people and his baby daughter, but also for TNA. He says that Trick is great, but he must be three seconds greater.
The Fatal Influence (Jacy Jayne, Fallon Henley, Jazmyn Nyx) heads to the ring. Jacy says all is right in the universe now that The Fatal Influence is on top where they belong, and after pulling off the biggest upset in history, the reaction on the fans' faces said it all. Jacy says that everyone was shocked but her, as the fans underestimated her for years. She says that she and Fallon started together, and after a long conversation, they decided to run the play. All of a sudden, Lainey Reed shows up and calls Jacy the most beatable champion of all time. Lola Vice shows up and says it is time to win the title, then Jordynne Grace shows up. Jordynne says she had a plan, but it appears anything can happen. Jaida Parker shows up wanting the title, as does Kelani Jordan, who says she has beaten Jacy before. Lash Legend shows up and tells Kelani to shut up, then says everyone else has had their turn and will be the one to take Jacy's title. Thea Hail shows up and starts a brawl on the outside while The Fatal Influence watch, and security quickly moves in. The lights then go out, and when they come back on, "The Glamour" Mariah May suddenly shows up on the balcony. Mariah announces that she has finally arrived, and tells The Fatal Influence that they can call her the next NXT Women's Champion, as the best women's division in the world "has got a lot more glamorous."
Evolve Prime Minister Stevie Turner meets with the rest of the Evolve women's division backstage. Kali Armstrong notices that so many people are stepping up to Jacy Jayne, and wants to know who will step up to her for her title on Evolve.
It is announced that Ricky Saints has suffered a larynxal contusion after last week's match. We then see "All Ego" Ethan Page with The Vanity Project (Brad Baylor, "The Smoke Show" Ricky Smokes, Jackson Drake) backstage. Ethan brags about what he has done to Ricky Saints and Je'Von Evans before everyone heads to the ring.
Mr. Iguana, Aerostar and Octagon Jr. are seen in the front row.
Je'Von Evans, Laredo Kid, Dragon Lee and "Super" Sean Legacy beat "All Ego" Ethan Page and The Vanity Project (Brad Baylor, "The Smoke Show" Ricky Smokes, Jackson Drake) in an eight-man tag match.
Backstage, Evolve Prime Minister Stevie Turner and Robert Stone meet with Oba Femi when Jasper Troy shows up. Jasper asks Oba how it feels to look up at his opponent, but Oba says that their match will be no different. As this goes on, both men sign the contract for their match.
Backstage, Sol Ruca and Zaria meet with Tatum Paxley again when Izzi Dame shows up and says that Tatum should be purging people who are not true to her like she has done in the past.
Backstage, Luca Crusifino meets with Tony D'Angelo, saying he has made a move to get D'Angelo to trust him: a match with The High Ryze (Wes Lee, Tyson Dupont, Tyriek Igwe) next week. D'Angelo does not appreciate Crusifino going over his head for the family, but Crusifino says they are not really a family right now.
Elijah is in the crowd to wish Mike Santana luck before the next match.
Trick Williams retains the Total Nonstop Action World Championship against Mike Santana. Near the end of the match, Santana goes for Spin The Block, but Trick Williams rolls out of the ring. Trick then encounters Elijah in the front row and breaks his guitar. As this goes on, Fir$t Cla$$ (AJ Francis - formerly known as Top Dolla in WWE - and KC Navarro) shows up and attacks Santana, sending him into the commentary table. They send Santana back into the ring, and Trick hits a Meteora to the back followed by the Trick Shot to win and retain.
Liv Morgan heads towards the ring to start tonight's show. She says that revenge is never as sweet as it can be until one can finally be, then says she did what nobody else could do - take out Rhea Ripley - and become Women's World Champion. Liv then brags about putting Becky into early retirement before stating that the cherry on top is kissing "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio at the end of last week's show. Suddenly, Dominik shows up, and the crowd keeps booing him out of the building as he says that he does not know what kind of game Liv is playing and that Rhea is not playing the same game, and when Rhea comes back, she will kill Liv. Liv then says that Rhea will probably kill Dominik, too, then says she will make it all worth it before asking Dominik how long he will keep lying to himself, saying she came down to the ring to be closer to her, not to help Becky. Liv says she meant what she said and that she plans to take everything away from Rhea and that includes Dominik. Suddenly, Finn Balor shows up and says nobody in The Judgment Day (Finn Balor, Damian Priest, Dominik, JD McDonagh) wants anything to do with her. Liv questions if she wants her to go or if Dominik wants her to go, but Liv leaves for now.
Backstage, Jackie Redmond interviews Sheamus. Sheamus says he is pumped to get in the ring with Ludwig Kaiser after what happened last week, and says that while Kaiser is Gunther's right-hand man, Gunther may be holding him back. He states that Kaiser will get the chance to go toe-to-toe with him tonight, and that he has been doing this for fifteen years. He asks if his opponent can earn his respect, and says that to do that, you must put out banger after banger. Sheamus heads out to the ring, but he is immediately clipped at the knee with a chop block from behind by Ludwig Kaiser, and officials have to restore order.
Ludwig Kaiser beats Sheamus after targeting Sheamus' injured knee throughout the match and slipping out of an avalanche White Noise before kicking the back of the injured knee.
Backstage, "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio tells Finn Balor and JD McDonagh that he did not do anything. Finn tells Dominik that he is playing with fire, then Damian Priest shows up to make sure everything is taken care of - with Dominik saying that he is giving Rhea Ripley some space before agreeing that everything is taken care of - before mentioning that they will be settling some scores and reminding everyone of why they run Raw.
Backstage, Ricochet is met by Ilja Dragunov, who says that he is not here to stop him, as people like them who take it to the limit need to stick together. Ricochet says that if he can walk, he can fight, but Dragunov asks him to be cautious, as people like Bron Breakker are wired differently. Ricochet says they are also wired differently and that Bron Breakker has forgotten, and says that he is okay with finishing what they started after he is done with Bron Breakker. Dragunov wishes Ricochet luck.
We see a vignette for Dragon Lee before the next match.
Finn Balor beats Dragon Lee. JD McDonagh shows up to be in Finn Balor's corner during the commercial break in the match, and later on, Carlito trips Dragon Lee off the top turnbuckle as McDonagh distracts the referee. After the match, Carlito and Finn Balor stomp Dragon Lee, but Braun Strowman shows up with Rey Mysterio. After Braun cleans house while Rey checks on Dragon Lee, The Judgment Day (Finn and McDonagh) and Carlito flee through the crowd.
Backstage, The Judgment Day (Finn Balor, Damian Priest, JD McDonagh) and Carlito meet. Damian Priest says he thought the Braun Strowman problem was dealt with, then tells Carlito that if he wants to play prospect, then he can ask General Manager Adam Pearce to make a match between him and Strowman tonight to take care of that problem. After The Judgment Day leave, R-Truth says he shows up and says he feels him, saying that while The Judgment Day may always kick you, they were the best day of his life. The Miz shows up and reminds him that they are World Tag Team Champions and to let go of The Judgment Day, but R-Truth tells The Miz that he is getting obsessed and walks off.
Sami Zayn heads to the ring. Sami admits he has not had a lot of time to enjoy being Intercontinental Champion, as Chad Gable has been a thorn in his side. He says that Gable made things about everything and everyone else, but it was always about him. He says that this has been going on for long enough, then proposes that Gable come to the ring right now without the rest of Alpha Academy (Otis, Maxxine Dupri, Akira Tozawa) so that they can put an end to everything right now. The rest of Alpha Academy show up, and a distressed Maxxine Dupri says that Gable does not consider them worth his time and that they need to redeem themselves, starting with sending a message to Sami. Sami says that Maxxine does not have to do this, then Maxxine reads a message where Gable says that Sami cannot and that his teaching can make people champions, and that without his help, the ring would be filled with failures. Gable also refers to past points in Alpha Academy's careers, then the message ends with Gable wanting his title match. Sami says that if this is what it takes to end, then he will defend the Intercontinental Championship against Gable at Clash at the Castle. Sami then asks the rest of Akira Tozawa if they are tired of being berated by Gable week in and week out, and that he and the rest of the fans know that they are better than that. He says that Gable does not get to decide what they are worth, then says he has been in their shoes before and that they must set themselves free from Gable once and for all. Suddenly, Sami is attacked from behind by Gable. Alpha Academy watches, then Gable demands that Otis help him finish the job. Otis is reluctant to do so, then Gable slaps him in the face. Tozawa then backs Gable away from Otis, and Gable berates him for it and pushes him into the corner. Maxxine then pulls Gable away from Tozawa, and Gable mockingly makes Maxxine beg him to stop. Gable then makes the rest of Alpha Academ leave the ring, but Otis gets in Gable's face, and that allows Sami to fight back. Gable throws Sami into Otis, which causes him to knock Otis into Maxxine and Tozawa and knock him off the apron. Gable then tells Otis that Sami did this on purpose, and Otis hits Sami with the World's Strongest Slam. As Gable gloats over a downed Sami, Otis carries Maxxine and Tozawa to the back.
Backstage, General Manager Adam Pearce is met by Bron Breakker, who says that he would break Sami Zayn in half before stating he is here to congratulate Pearce on putting him in a match with real competition. Pearce says the only thing Breakker deserves is a second fine and that he is only in a match because Ricochet asked for it. After Pearce says that Ricochet knows about respect, Breakker says he will teach the two of them about respect, and says that nobody can hold him back.
Backstage, Chad Gable suddenly compliments the rest of Alpha Academy (Otis, Maxxine Dupri, Akira Tozawa), then says that as a team, they will win back "his" Intercontinental Championship.
Bron Breakker beats Ricochet. After the match, Bron Breakker throws Ricochet into the steel steps, and security and officials have to stop Breakker from hitting Ricochet with the ring steps. Ilja Dragunov shows up to take a swing at Breakker, and Breakker flees through the crowd.
Backstage, Rey Mysterio and Zelina Vega meet with Dragon Lee, and says that Dragon Lee would have won if it were not for Carlito. Rey tells him that he will get his revenge, then says they have to take care of The Judgment Day (Finn Balor, Damian Priest, "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio, JD McDonagh) and he must strike at the head in Damian Priest. Rey says that The Judgment Day does not run The Latino World Order and that he will deliver the message to Damian man-to-man and face-to-face.
Backstage, Jackie Redmond interviews Kiana James. Kiana says Natalya is one of the most accomplished women in WWE history, and after getting acclimated to the main roster, she is ready for her first match, and beating Natalya is the perfect first step in her rise to the top.
Kiana James beats Natalya in her Raw debut.
Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods). Xavier Woods says that people have tried to break them up now and that Karrion Kross will not be able to do it. Kofi says they are the best to ever do it and that so many people have tried to break them up only to fail. Suddenly, Karrion Kross shows up and says the "New Day Rocks" chant does not hit as hard anymore as the power of positivity is dead. Kofi says they do and that The Authors of Pain (Akam and Rezar) will learn the hard way, and as Kofi leaves, Kross tells Woods that he will not have to follow Kofi around anymore.
Backstage, Natalya is met by Sonya Deville. All of a sudden, Sonya finds Zoey Stark and "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler, but once again, Zoey says they do not care what she has to say and that they will show Jade Cargill and Bianca Belair who the best team is. Sonya tells them not to do anything rash, but Shayna says the only person who does not respect them is Sonya, whom she tells to leave them alone.
Braun Strowman beats Carlito when Finn Balor's interference attempt fails miserably. After the match, Finn Balor and JD McDonagh attack Braun Strowman, but Braun soon fights back and overpowers them. As Braun goes after Carlito, he is hit with a chop block by "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio. Dominik tries to hit Braun with a chair, but Braun swats it away. As Braun stalks Dominik, Liv Morgan stands between Braun and Dominik, and that allows Finn Balor, McDonagh and Carlito to attack Braun, and McDonagh is able to take Dominik out with the chair. McDonagh swings the chair again and again, hurting Strowman's knee in the process. Meanwhile, Liv Morgan is toe-to-toe with Dominik Mysterio, and Finn Balor has to stand between them.
Jade Cargill and Bianca Belair head to the ring. Bianca says it has been a while since she has been on Raw, but as one-half of the Women's Tag Team Champions, she and Jade will show up and show out regardless of the brand. Jade says they have been invited here tonight and they are to collect, and demand that Zoey Stark and Shayna Baszler come to the ring to say what they want to say to their faces. Zoey and Shayna arrive, and Zoey says that the women's tag titles have not been on Raw in a while and that Jade and Bianca keep ducking and dodging them. Bianca says she and Jade are not scared of them, but Shayna says they should be, as they will break them for the tag team titles and send them both back to SmackDown. Jade asks why they should wait when they can do this right now. General Manager Adam Pearce shows up, and after the fans make it known they want this match, Pearce makes it official with the women's tag titles on the line.
Zoey Stark and "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler vs. Jade Cargill and Bianca Belair for the WWE Women's Tag Team Championships ends with The Unholy Union (Isla Dawn and Alba Fyre) attack Jade and Bianca. Baszler and Zoey soon join in on the post-match attack. Jade Cargill and Bianca Belair retain the WWE Women's Tag Team Championships.
Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Damian Priest. Damian Priest says the success that The Judgment Day (Finn Balor, Damian Priest, "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio, JD McDonagh) has had tonight feels right, then says Rey Mysterio has been a thorn in their side. He says that he respect Rey's face, but he has to slam the door on this issue, and tonight, he is done with Rey. Drew McIntyre shows up, then tells Damian to live it up as this is the highest his career will go and that it is personal between them at Clash at the Castle.
"Main Event" Jey Uso shows up in the crowd. Jey says he still has big plans for himself, and while he lost his family last year at Money In The Bank, he stayed in the fight because he knew he could do this on his own. Jey says that he was not just someone's right hand man, and now, he can be his own man. He then thanks the fans for their support, then says that this year, he will climb the ladder and win the Money In The Bank contract.
Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Lyra Valkyria. Lyra says Becky Lynch is disappointed, but Becky is at her best when people have her beaten and that she will come back better. She says that Liv Morgan knows nothing about and will not be a champion for long. Lyra says she can stand on her own two feet, and her next goal is winning the women's Money In The Bank match. Suddenly, Lyra is attacked by Iyo Sky.
The Authors of Pain (Akam and Rezar) beat The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods) after Karrion Kross distracts Kofi Kingston.
Backstage, Jackie Redmond interviews The Unholy Union (Alba Fyre and Isla Dawn). Alba says she and Isla are not handed the same championship opportunities as everyone else, and Isla says they are going to take their opportunity to be at Clash at the Castle.
Damian Priest beats Rey Mysterio after Carlito shows up only to be taken out by Dragon Lee, who is soon attacked by Finn Balor and JD McDonagh. Rey takes Finn and McDonagh out, but Priest hits him with South of Heaven for the win. After the match, Priest is attacked from behind by Drew McIntyre, who then hits Priest with the Future Shock DDT. After looking at the World Heavyweight Championship, McIntyre reads the Claymore Kick, but ends up taking out Finn, McDonagh and Carlito. McIntyre then clears off the announce table, but Priest puts him through it with a choke slam.
This week on Raw Talk: Bron Breakker! Kiana James! Ludwig Kaiser!
Tim Bosby retains the Memphis Wrestling Internet Championship against Kenway.
We hear from Van Viciouss, who says that the championship committee finds a way to screw him over and stacks the odds on The Hollywood Clique ever week, and they have booked Jimmy Blaylock in a match that has seen security get hurt and Blaylock in the hospital. After stating that Blaylock may not be able to walk again, he states that he has fired Jason Vain as bodyguard before stating he will show "Big Swole" Justin Cole what the real deal is.
"Big Swole" Justin Cole quickly beats Van Viciouss.
We hear from Reverend Ash Taylor, who brags about Brother Bruce's victory last week before mentioning the $100 bill that has been put in his collection plate, as it means there is another follower on the righteous path and another obstacle Ray Collins cannot overcome. He then tells Ray Collins to get on his knees and pray.
"The Goddess of the Night" Nyxx retains the Memphis Wrestling Women's Championship against Cassandra Golden after Ellsworth Enterprises (Matt Williams and Storybook Prince Gaston) show up and Big John Dalton and Mackenzie Morgan arrive to stop them. As the referee is preoccupied with this, Nyxx rakes Cassandra Golden in the eyes to retain.
Gio Savage and Draco beat "Main Event" Brad Skimahorn (wearing a luchador mask) and Uncle Phil after Savage unmasks Bradley - revealing his bald head - before the double team.
We see Lance McCade sign a contract for Memphis Wrestling with Tim Grind in attendance and start the road to becoming Memphis Wrestling's first second-generation star.
The Posse (Simon and Mr. Chris) beat Tommy Dreamer and PCO in an extreme tag team match that sees the wooden boards of the ring get exposed after Mr. Chris rakes Dreamer in the eyes and hits a low blow.
Adam Cole guests on commentary for the next match.
The Young Bucks (Matt and Nick Jackson) beat The Lucha Brothers (Penta Oscuro and Rey Fenix) after Matt Jackson rips Penta's mask off before The Young Bucks hit Rey Fenix with the BTE-Trigger.
Team Taz (Powerhouse Hobbs and "Absolute" Ricky Starks) quickly beat Jordan Cruz and Ju Dizz (who are not even mentioned by name).
Athena beats Kiera Hogan.
We hear from The House of Black (Malakai Black, Brody King, Buddy Matthews, Julia Hart). Malakai Black says that their win Sunday was a well-executed plan, and Julia Hart asks everyone if this is what they want before telling them to enjoy the fruits of their labor.
CM Punk heads to the ring. Punk says that every bone in his body is in pain and wanted him to not be here, but he wanted to stay and give the fans an explanation. He tells the fans he promised to give his all until the wheels fell off. Punk says the last thing he ever wanted to do was let down or disappoint the fans, and says that he does not regret a single second in a wrestling ring, then says that he is injured and needs surgery. He says that while he is heartbroken, the wheels have not fallen off and only one of them is broken, and while he has felt better, he has felt worse. Punk then says he does not want to hold AEW up and that there are many people in the back who can fill his shoes, then says he is not going to stand in anyone's way. He then says that this is just a bump in the road, and promises not to let doubt creep in or ruin anything. Punk says that the comeback will be better than the setback, then prove why he is the best in the world when he returns.
Backstage, Mark Henry interviews Dante Martin and the Men of the Year. Dante says he knows he is better than Scorpio Sky, and Matt Sydal says that Dante will become TNT Champion and that Scorpio will have to kill Dante in the ring. Ethan Page says they are killers, and Dan Lambert says that Dante is just a question mark while Scorpio is the king around here. Scorpio Sky says Dante talks a big game and asks if he can back it up, and says he cannot wait to kick Dante's teeth down his throat.
Scorpio Sky retains the TNT Championship against Dante Martin.
The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods) head to the ring to start tonight's show. Kofi Kingston says The Brawling Brutes (Sheamus, Ridge Holland, Butch) have put them through the wringer, but now they are back in the winner's circle thanks to Drew McIntyre, whom Xavier Woods introduces. Drew McIntyre heads to the ring, then gives a shout out to Big E, whom he says nobody has forgotten. He then announces he will win the WWE Undisputed Championship at Clash at the Castle. The New Day then gift Drew with a "Big D" kilt as the crowd chants "Happy Birthday." Suddenly, The Brawling Brutes arrive. Sheamus says The New Day and Drew's victory was as tainted as every Ohio State victory and that they had no prepare for their match, and says that if they wrestled one more time, The Brawling Brutes would win. Butch rushes the ring, but he gets tossed right back out.
The Brawling Brutes (Sheamus, Ridge Holland, Butch) beat The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods) and Drew McIntyre.
Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews Matt Riddle and Shinsuke Nakamura. Both men agree that they are good tag team partners despite Riddle saying Nakamura "is no Randy [Orton]" and Nakamura saying Riddle "is no Rick Boogs." Riddle says that he will hurt The Bloodline twice as badly as they hurt Orton, and that tonight is not about title gold, but about vengeance. He says this match is for Randy Orton.
Backstage, WWE official Adam Pearce is met by Max Dupri, who says that he has been scouting SmackDown for talent and that he has found his first client, and that this client will be unveiled next week.
Backstage before the next match, Jinder Mahal tells Shanky there will be no dancing. Shanky dances behind Jinder, anyway.
Jinder Mahal beats Humberto following the distraction by a dancing Shanky. After the match, Shanky dances for ring announcer Samantha Irvin, and this time, Samantha joins in.
"Rowdy" Ronda Rousey guests on commentary for the next match. It is also revealed that Aliyah has been locked in the women's locker room again, but she is soon helped out of the locker room.
Natalya beats Shotzi, Aliyah, "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler, Xia Li and Raquel Rodriguez by pinning Shotzi after Raquel hits Shotzi with the Tejano Bomb while Baszler has Raquel in a sleeper hold. After the match, "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey has a staredown with Natalya in the center of the ring.
In a digital exclusive from last Friday, Corbin says Madcap Moss will either be sent to the funeral or will be begging on his knees for his job back. We then see Moss - now in black tights, knee pads and boots - come out of an ambulance.
We see a vignette for Lacey Evans, who returns to SmackDown next week (despite being initially assigned for Raw).
Madcap Moss heads to the ring. Moss talks about how Happy Corbin injured him three weeks ago with a chair and the Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal trophy, then says that while Corbin thought he ended "Madcap Moss", Moss himself buried him. Moss then says that he has had a dream of punching Corbin the face and that the fans would like to see him do it, then tells Corbin to get in the ring before he finds him. Corbin says Moss is here only because he missed him and what he brought to his life as his employer, and that he is here to beg for his job back. Moss says the only thing he wants from Corbin is to knock his teeth down his throat. Corbin says nothing would make him more happy than to teach Moss another lesson in humility, but it is not happening tonight because Moss is not thinking straight and he is about to throw his career away because he is emotional. WWE official Adam Pearce then shows up and makes Corbin vs. Moss official.
Happy Corbin beats Madcap Moss by disqualification after Corbin tries to hit Moss with a chair and Moss uses the chair against him. After the match, Moss hits Corbin with the chair as well as the ring steps, then wraps the chair around Corbin's neck. Officials stop Moss from throwing ring steps into the chair to break Corbin's neck.
Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso). They dedicate their match tonight to Roman Reigns and proclaim that The Bloodline (Reigns, Jimmy, Jey) will still be dripping in all the gold.
Backstage, WWE official Adam Pearce tells Happy Corbin that he and Madcap Moss will have a match at Hell In A Cell, and this time, it is no-holds-barred.
Backstage, we hear from Ricochet, who says he is Intercontinental Champion because his ring work is flawless and that next week, he is confident that Gunther will respect his ability while he stays champion. We then hear from Ludwig Kaiser and Gunther. Kaiser says the Intercontinental title represents honor and integrity and that nobody is more worthy than Gunther before telling Ricochet his time is up. Gunther then says he will become the new Intercontinental Champion.
The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) retain the WWE Undisputed Tag Team Championships against Matt Riddle and Shinsuke Nakamura. During the match, Nakamura's knee hits the ring steps when he goes for a running knee strike on Jimmy on the outside, then Jey kicks Nakamura in the back of the knee, injuring Nakamura and causing referees and a trainer to send him to the back. This leaves Riddle fighting solo for the rest of the match. The match ends when Roman Reigns' theme plays, distracting Riddle and allowing The Usos to get the win. After the match, it is revealed that Sami Zayn is the one who played Roman Reigns' theme. Riddle charges at Sami Zayne and attacks him, and referees have to break up the brawl to end the show.
"The Walking Weapon" Josh Alexander retains the Impact X Division Championship against TJP two falls to one (2-1) in a 60-minute Iron Man Match that starts on the BTI pre-show and continues onto the main show. Josh Alexander scores the first fall at less than 40 minutes to go with a suplex bridge pin following a series of pinfall attempts. TJP scores the second fall with five seconds to go with a bridge pin out of an Alexander ankle lock, forcing sudden death. Alexander scores the third and final fall following a double underhook piledriver. Later on in the match, Trey Miguel and Chris Sabin plead with Josh Alexander to not slam an exhausted TJP on the stage, and this allows TJP to recover and slam Alexander on the stage himself. Soon after this, members of the locker room slowly start watching from behind the barricade and ringside, which are both lined with members of the locker room by the time the main show starts.
Backstage, Don Callis meets with The Good Brothers ("The Big LG" Doc Gallows and "Machine Gun" Karl Anderson), and none of them like being watched by a cameraman.
Backstage, "The Walking Weapon" Josh Alexander is congratulated by Eddie Edwards, then TJP and Fallah Bahh show up. TJP says that while they may be destined to do this forever, this will be the last round for a long time as they shake hands. Scott D'Amore congratulates both men for a great match, then Alexander says that until the Impact World Championship returns, he is the king of the mountain and he will defend the title. Chris Bey, "Inevitable" Ace Austin and Trey Miguel then show up wanting title shots. Scott D'Amore leaves and lets them all talk among themselves.
Jake Something beats Rohit Raju in a Tables Match.
Backstage, W. Morrissey asks Scott D'Amore for a match with Rich Swann tonight. D'Amore tells him that Rich Swann wants a match with him, and tells him the match is next.
Backstage, Rosemary says that she took Deonna Purrazzo to her realm before her win, and at Against All Odds, she will take the Knockouts Championship from her. Suddenly, Havok shows up. Havok says that while they have been on the same side as of late, her eyes are still set on the Impact Knockouts Championship. Rosemary wants Havok to join the family and learn to share, but sees Havok wants to go to war one more time. She says that if she wants that shot, she will have to take it from her. Havok says she will do just that.
Before the next match, W. Morrissey steps over the barricade and clubs Rich Swann in the back with a forearm. Morrissey then gets Swann in the ring, and the two men brawl before Morrissey levels Swann with a big boot. Morrisey then grabs Swann, and security has to keep Morrissey away from Swann. Morrissey grabs a member of security and throttels him against the corner, then Willie Mack shows up and hits Morrissey with a chair. Security keep Morrissey back as Willie protects Swann. Morrissey eventually leaves.
Backstage, Tenille Dashwood and Kaleb meet with Rachael Ellering, and the two of them want Rachael to team with her. Jordynne Grace then shows up, and after Rachael says she is ready, the two of them walk away after Tenille says she wants Rachael on her team.
We see a video from Brian Myers on how to be a professional, with the first chapter being presentation. Brian Myers then talks with Sam Beale about his look before putting him in a Myers Wrestling shirt before wanting to see his entrance. Myers is not impressed by his entrance, and says he needs a lot of work before showing him how to do a real entrance.
Backstage, Gia Miller interviews Deonna Purrazzo. Deonna says it really is "Against All Odds" and sees a potential Triple Threat Match as "absurd," then says she has beaten both Rosemary and Havok one-on-one and that neither of them have earned a title shot. She says that this is her era and that her empire will not fall just yet, and regardless of who she faces, the odds will always be in her favor.
Fire 'n Flava (Kiera Hogan and Tasha Steelz) retain the Impact Knockouts Tag Team Championships against Jordynne Grace and Rachael Ellering.
Backstage, Sami Callihan says he is not afraid of Moose. Suddenly, Don Callis shows up and tells Sami he is pulling for him despite the fact that he is a "journeyman." Sami tells him to leave before saying he will beat Moose's ass.
Backstage, we see a vignette of someone drinking a glass of whiskey. That someone is former WWE Superstar Steve Cutler, who now goes by the name "Maclin."
Backstage, Fire 'n Flava (Kiera Hogan and Tasha Steelz) meet with Scott D'Amore and want to know where the competition is. Scott D'Amore then introduces them to an angry Kimber Lee and Susan, then says both teams will wrestler for the Knockouts Tag Team titles at Against All Odds.
Satoshi Kojima beats Deaner after Eddie Edwards stops the rest of Violent By Design (Eric Young, Joe Doering, Rhino) from interfering in the match.
Backstage, Moose calls his match with Sami Callihan a warm-up, then Don Callis shows up and tells Moose he is in his corner, as nobody wants to see Sami Callihan near the Impact World title. Callis tells Moose to take care of Sami quickly, but Moose says he stopped listening to Callis early and says he knows what he is trying to do, then tells Callis to tell Kenny Omega to keep the Impact World title warm for him.
Backstage, Eric Young says that while failure is something that can be moved forward from, he cannot move forward from Eddie Edwards. Crazzy Steve and Black Taurus then show up and mock Eric Young, but Eric Young says he taught Steve to know better. After saying that disrespecting Deaner is disrespecting him, Steve then tells Eric Young to put some responsibility on his men's shoulders and put the tag team titles on the line against Decay at Against All Odds. Eric Young simply says "Done."
Moose vs. Sami Callihan ends with The Good Brothers ("The Big LG" Doc Gallows and "Machine Gun" Karl Anderson) showing up and hitting Sami with a Magic Killer before attacking Moose. Don Callis and Kenny Omega then show up. Kenny Omega also attacks both Sami and Moose in the ring, and when Sami grabs at Omega, Gallows punches Sami.After the match, The Good Brothers, Kenny Omega and Don Callis are met by Scott D'Amore, and after Omega and The Good Brothers leave, Scott D'Amore puts Omega in a three-way match against both Sami Callihan and Moose for the Impact World Championship. Don Callis says that Tony Khan has Sami Callihan on his blacklist and that the match will not happen, then Scott D'Amore says he has talked with Tony Khan and that Tony Khan will be here next week.
It is announced that if Jack Starz can find a partner for his match with Pretty Deadly (Sam Stoker and Lewis Howley), then the match will be for the NXT UK Tag Team Championships.
Ilya Dragunov beats Noam Dar after countering the Nova Roller with the Torpedo Moscow.
We hear from Aoife Vakyrie, who says that if one does not risk, they cannot win. She asks how one can break their limits if they do not know what they are to begin with. She says she pushes herself to feel the same pain she felt when she tasted failure, as the bird that learns to fall learns to fly and defeat has only fueled her.
In footage from earlier this week, Jordan Devlin returns to the UK and demands a private dressing room, private travel and a spot on SPRNVA Sessions as soon as possible.
Jack Starz' partner for the next match is Nathan Frazer.
Pretty Deadly (Sam Stoker and Lewis Howley) retains the NXT UK Tag Team Championships against Jack Starz and Nathan Frazer.
We hear from Tyler Bate, who says that the mind is like water: when it it turbulent, it is difficult to see; when it is calm, everything is clear. He says he has let go of everything he is to become what he might be. He says a Heritage Cup is open to all challengers yet attached to no result.
Joseph Conners beats "Flash" Morgan Webster. During the match, Jinny tosses Webster's helmet to Conners, but Conners gets caught with the helmet in his hands by the referee. As the referee puts it away, Jinny pushes Webster off the top rope to give Conners the win.
Walter returns to NXT UK next week!
Next week: Meiko Satomura vs. Kay Lee Ray for the NXT UK Women's Championship!
Joe Coffey beats Rampage Brown. Both men shake hands after the match, then Ilya Dragunov shows up.
Candice LeRae vs. Mia Yim ends in a double count-out followed by both women continuing to brawl at ringside. This soon turns into a free-for-all involving more members of the women's division fighting each other on the stage briefly. Candice LeRae continues to attack Mia Yim with Johnny Gargano close by, but both LeRae and Gargano flee into the ring when Keith Lee shows up. Lee and Yim run into the ring, but LeRae and Gargano retreat again. It is then announced that as per General Manager William Regal, the match is now a mixed tag team match between the team of Lee and Yim and the team of Gargano and LeRae.
Candice LeRae and Johnny Gargano beat Mia Yim and Keith Lee after Gargano blinds Lee with his car keys. After the match, Gargano kicks the steel steps, smashing Keith Lee's hand between the steps and the ring before kissing the NXT North American Championship and laying it down at ringside.
We see a video package for Tommaso Ciampa vs. Karrion Kross at NXT TakeOver: In Your House.
Backstage, Dexter Lumis brings in an art easel for an interview with Mackenzie Mitchell and starts making a drawing.
In footage from earlier today, Mackenzie Mitchell interviews Drake Maverick, who says he feels no pressure at all because today could be either the best or the worst day of his life, and he is excited because he could be Cruiserweight Champion tonight.
We see a video package for Velveteen Dream vs. Adam Cole in a Backlot Brawl for the NXT Championship at NXT TakeOver: In Your House.
Backstage, Dexter Lumis is done with his drawing, which is a picture of him in a car with The Undisputed Era (Adam Cole, Bobby Fish, Roderick Strong) in the back tied up with rope.
Isaiah "Swerve" Scott beats "The Premier Athlete" Tony Nese with a Sunset Flip despite the distraction from "Gentleman" Jack Gallagher. After the match, Swerve gets out of the ring after Gallagher rushes in.
It is announced that the mystery third team for the next match is Breezango (Tyler Breeze and Fandango). The match is Fandango's first in months.
Breezango (Tyler Breeze and Fandango) beat The Undisputed Era (Bobby Fish and Roderick Strong) and the team of Oney Lorcan and Danny Burch to become #1 contenders for the NXT Tag Team Championships. After the match, Imperium (Fabian Aichner and Marcel Barthel) shows up, as do Malcolm Bivens and Indus Sher (Rinku and Saurav), who also stare down Breezango.
In exclusive backstage footage from last week, Robert Stone says that his brand came through and that only he could make Chelsea Green and Charlotte Flair as a team possible. Chelsea Green then says that they have worked as a team, then suddenly fires Robert Stone and walks off. Robert Stone does not believe it at first, but soon runs after Chelsea.
Santana Garrett gets a surprise win against Aliyah, much to the frustration of Robert Stone, who has watched the match from ringside.
We see a video package for Io Shirai vs. Rhea Ripley vs. Charlotte Flair for the NXT Women's Championship at NXT TakeOver: In Your House.
Cameron Grimes beats Bronson Reed. After the match, Karrion Kross is in the ring, and Cameron Grimes runs away before Kross hits Bronson Reed with a Doomsday Saito.
Tegan Nox, Shotzi Blackhearts and Mia Yim vs. Candice LeRae, Dakotai Kai and Raquel Gonzalez is official for NXT TakeOver: In Your House.
El Hijo del Fantasma beats Drake Maverick to become the interim NXT Cruiserweight Champion after Maverick fights off the two masked luchadors when they show up at ringside. After the match, Drake Maverick gets a standing ovation from the Performance Center Superstars, and Maverick thanks the fans for all their support before heading to the back. Halfway up the ramp, however, Triple H shows up and produces an NXT contract, which Maverick signs.
The show begins with AEW showing solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement.
Kenny Omega and "Hangman" Adam Page retain the AEW World Tag Team Championships against "Superbad" Kip Sabian and Jimmy Havoc. During the match, FTR (Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler) are seen watching the match from afar in the stands.
In footage from earlier this week, Tully Blanchard chews out Shawn Spears, telling him to change what is in his heart or else he will never leave a championship legacy. We then see footage from earlier today where Tully tells that Spears and that "the missing piece" is in the box in his hands. Inside the box is a black, fingerless glove.
Brian Cage beats Shawn Dean. After the match, Taz says that he and Brian Cage talked about last week's match and what he said to Jon Moxley afterwards. He says that Moxley had the audacity to snicker and giggle while he explained how Brian Cage would destroy him. He says that he and Cage do not play games, and that Moxley should be careful or else Cage will rip his head off. Suddenly, Moxley shows up, and Taz tells Moxley to think and be careful before entering the ring. Moxley enters the ring without hesitation, then says he was smiling last week is why he is smiling right now because of the thought of getting into war with Brian Cage with the level of intensity that he has. He then says that stepping into the ring with him with the AEW World Championship on the line is the farthest thing from a game, and says that both he and Cage are far from indestructible and that it would take Cage all night long to destroy him. He admits that Cage is different from what he has faced in AEW, but he is a different thing entirely and Cage will find this out the hard way at Fyter Fest. He tells Taz and Cage not to waste time intimidating him, and to remember who they are talking about the next time they mention his name.
In footage from earlier today, Alex Marvez interviews Lance Archer, who says one loss means nothing to him and that nobody in AEW will stop him, for he is here to be a monster and show pain and torture like never before.
In footage from earlier today, Private Party (Marq Quen and Isiah Kassidy) are at the bar when Matt Hardy shows up and says that he enjoyed their match last week. He calls Private Party "the future of AEW" and says that their bond reminds me of his bond with Jeff Hardy. Hardy asks them to come to advice if they need it. After Marq Queen reveals that his knee is just fine after last week, Isiah Cassidy proposes they be a three-man team called "Hardy Party," which Matt Hardy likes. Matt leaves, then meets Sammy Guevara and says "We're cool now...respect." before leaving. Guevara is mystified by this.
In backstage footage from last week, Chris Jericho yells at Colt Cabana, saying that he got in his way of knocking "Iron" Mike Tyson out.
Sammy Guevara is seen "singing" Chris Jericho's entrance theme before the next match.
Chris Jericho beats Colt Cabana. After the match, Jericho says what happened to Cabana will happen to "Iron" Mike Tyson, whom he calls a "piece of shit." He says that him vs. Tyson is the fight everyone wants to see, and that after tasting Cabana's blood on his fist, he wants to do the same with Tyson's after shoving his head up his ass. Jericho then demands Tyson get in the ring with him right here, right now. Instead of "the baddest man on the planet," he gets Orange Cassidy instead. Cassidy puts Jericho's hands behind his belt, then avoids Jericho and Jake Hager when they attack and is brought over the guardrail by Best Friends (Chuck Taylor and Trent).
We see a video package of Dr. Britt Baker on the road to recovery.
"The Native Beast" Nyla Rose beats Big Swole after countering Dirty Dancing with a spinebuster. After the match, Tony Schiavone interviews Big Swole, who says it is good to be back after two months, as the time off has re-centered her. Suddenly, she is interrupted by Dr. Britt Baker D.M.D., who runs into the barricade in her "Role's Royce" wanting a piece of Big Swole, who shoves Schiavone out of the way, grabs a steel chair and forces Britt to retreat.
In footage from earlier today, Tony Schiavone interviews Darby Allin, who says that life is one big joke and that he will get the last laugh against Brian Cage.
Tony Schiavone interviews FTR (Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler). Harwood says that FTR is a way of life for them and not a tag line, and that Wheeler says it means whatever they want it to mean. Harwood says that now they are in AEW, they are part of the revolution, and Wheeler says that right now, FTR means "For The Revolution." They both agree that there are a lot of tag teams in AEW that they want to face in the ring, and that a match with The Young Bucks (Matt and Nick Jackson) is not a dream match for them, as they are less than impressed with their accolades; nevertheless, they are saving their aggression towards them for the ring when they beat them once and for all and prove who is better. After Tony Schiavone, The Butcher and The Blade show up wanting a piece of FTR, and staff has to hold them back. Wheeler tells them taht if they are businessmen, and if they want to handle things like businessmen, then they can settle it in the ring. FTR then leaves after Wheeler throws a water bottle at The Butcher, further agitating him and The Blade.
Next week: Colt Cabana vs. Sammy Guevara! Marq Quen in action for the AEW TNT Championship! The Butcher and The Blade vs. FTR (Dax Harwood and Cash Wheeler)! The Inner Circle (Santana, Ortiz, Jake Hager) vs. Best Friends (Chuck Taylor, Trent, Orange Cassidy)! Next week on Dark: Jon Moxley in action!
Backstage, Alex Marvez interviews Colt Cabana, who says that he has shown he can hang with the big guys in the spotlight, but the big victories are lurking over his shoulder. Suddenly, Colt is approached by The Dark Order saying that without loss, one cannot grow, and that what one does after loss is important. After offering to help him and handing him a water bottle, they leave.
"The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes retains the AEW TNT Championship against Jungle Boy in the championship's first-ever defense in a match that sees Cody get busted open and Jungle Boy have a verbal confrontation with MJF at ringside.
Here are the top five moments from tonight's show!
Roman Reigns shows up to start tonight's show. Suddenly, Shane McMahon shows up. After ring announce Mike Rome gives Shane what Shane considers "a proper introduction," Shane says he cannot wait to shut Roman up on Friday and prove he is the best in the world. He then says that making Roman submit with the triangle hold for the first time in Roman's career will not satisfy him, and he will refuse to let go until he is proclaimed the best in the world. Roman says he would love to see Shane make him tap out, and says he will pick him up and slam him through the mat if he tries, for he stands no chance against him and relies on help to win. After he is done with Shane, he will beat Drew McIntyre at Stomping Grounds. McIntyre then shows up. McIntyre tells Roman that his head is all over the place and that Shane will beat him at Super Showdown before he decimates and ends him at Stomping Grounds. McIntyre then says he has an idea, and after whispering into Shane's ear, he says that they will take him out right now. Suddenly, Roman is attacked from behind by The Revival (Scott Dawson and Dash Wilder). The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) then run in and fight The Revival, then stand in the ring with Roman. This starts a match.
The Revival (Scott Dawson and Dash Wilder) and Drew McIntyre beat Roman Reigns and The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso). After the match, The Revival hit Roman Reigns with Shatter Machine, then McIntyre hits Roman with a Claymore Kick. Shane McMahon then hits Roman with a Spear before mocking and taunting him.
Lance Armstrong and Matthew McConaughey are seen in the front row.
It's time for Miz TV with tonight's special guest Seth Rollins. Rollins says there is a chance that Brock Lesnar may not show up tonight, and that he does not trust Paul Heyman to tell the truth about Lesnar cashing in on him tonight, saying he will believe it when he sees it. He understands the gravity of the situation, but if Lesnar were to cash in tonight, he would be relieved and would be able to concentrate on what will be instead of what may be. While he does not like Baron Corbin, Corbin is still the #1 contender for the Universal Championship, and if he wants to be a fighting champion, he has to focus on retaining against Corbin in the ring. Suddenly, a black Chevy Suburban pulls up backstage, and Paul Heyman and Brock Lensar climb out and head to the ring. Before they head to the ring, they turn towards another part of the building, leading Rollins to wait some more.
Lars Sullivan shows up before the next match and fights The Lucha House Party (Kalisto, Lince Dorado, Gran Metalik), almost easily decimating them. However, The Lucha House Party soon send him out of the ring.
In the locker room, The IIconics make fun of Nikki Cross for teaming with Becky Lynch. Suddenly, Alexa Bliss shows up and asks them if they have a blooming onion to eat, but Peyton Royce says she has a match with Nikki to get ready for. Alexa Bliss offers Nikki to go get a coffee with her, then says nobody can stand her after all she has done. Nikki tells Alexa she has been nothing but nice for her, and Alexa tells Nikki she has her back.
Becky Lynch shows up. She says she has done some thinking and says it is time for some changes. After returning home for the first time in months and accomplishing a lot before then, she has never been more content in her entire life, but it has hit her that contentment is the worst thing that can happen as she can get hurt, passed over or beaten. She says that Charlotte Flair beating her for the SmackDown Women's Championship woke up something within her, and when she is pissed off, nothing can keep her done. She promises to get back at Lacey Evans even if it kills her, then Lacey Evans shows up. Lacey compares Becky Lynch to a dog chasing a car and having no idea what to do with it when she catches it, and as Lacey says Becky should not be the face of the women's division, Becky tells her to get in the ring with her. Lacey admits she lost against her, but says she is the reason Becky only has one title, and soon, she will make it so that Becky is "Becky No Belts" when she win's the Raw Women's Championship. Suddenly, Charlotte Flair shows up and tells Becky to stop making excuses as she beat her and became a nine-time women's champion. Becky asks Charlotte where her title it, and Lacey says Charlotte is only her because she is a daddy's girl. Charlotte says she is more than halfway to having as many championship reigns as her father, while Lacey has only been here four minutes and made tea. Lacey tells Charlotte she is yesterday's news while she is the face of WWE, then tells her to run along to SmackDown unless she wants to be educated with a woman's right. She then smacks her with the Woman's Right. Charlotte gets back up, and Becky leaves the ring so the match between Lacey and Charlotte can begin.
Charlotte Flair vs. Lacey Evans comes to an end when Becky Lynch knocks Charlotte off the apron and attacks Lacey Evans.
We look back on The Undertaker's debut at Survivor Series 1990, courtesy of Liberty Mutual Insurance.
Rey Mysterio shows up. He says he has been part of WWE for a very long time, and that it is in his blood and his family's blood to the point that he can share it with his son Dominic, who he is now training to do what he does so he can go down his own path. He then says he must set the right example and do the right thing both as a man and as a champion, and due to his previous shoulder injury, he is here to relinquish the WWE United States Championship. Samoa Joe suddenly shows up and says he knows why Rey is here, and then says Rey is really relinquishing the title because he never beat him, as both of his shoulders never touched the mat. Rey says he is not here to have a moment, and that he has won championships during his career through pain and injuries, and if he is man enough to do that, he is man enough to relinquish the title tonight. Rey then announces that he is relinquishing the title effectively to Samoa Joe before laying the title in front of Joe. He then tells Joe has not seen the last of him and that he will be back, but when he leaves, Joe puts him in the Coaquina Clutch.
We hear from Cesaro, who says that he will let his actions speak for themselves and that Ricochet is naive if he thinks he can beat him again. We then hear from Ricochet, who says that Cesaro's actions have always spoken for him, but he has beaten Cesaro a few times and he can beat him again.
Braun Strowman beats Bobby Lashley after a few false starts that involve Lashley hitting Strowman with a slap to the face and Lashley's hand slipping (which leads to both men dipping their hands in chalk). After the arm wrestling match, Strowman punches Lashley in the face. Lashley then throws chalk into Strowman's face before attacking him. Lashley then hits Strowman with a running powerslam.
We see footage of Jinder Mahal beating R-Truth for the WWE 24/7 Championship at a golf course only for R-Truth to win it back and escape for dear life with Carmella on a golf cart. We then go backstage, where Carmella is looking for R-Truth. EC3 and Drake Maverick follow Carmella from behind with a referee on their side, believing that if they follow Carmella, they will find R-Truth.
Nikki Cross beats Peyton Royce after the coffee that Alexa Bliss just received provides a distraction that allows Nikki to get a breather and the win. After the match, Alexa Bliss attacks Billie Kay from behind and beats her up.
Tomorrow night: an exclusive interview with Lars Sullivan on SmackDown Live!
Seth Rollins shows up. He says that he knew he would have a target on his chest when he won the Universal Championship, but the same thing is not happening with Brock Lesnar. Lesnar's music hits, but Lesnar and Paul Heyman do not show up. Rollins says that Lesnar is playing games and that he and the fans are sick of it, and he tells Lesnar that he used to be one of the most feared men in the world and is just a shadow of that. He says that if Lesnar is a man, he will cash in right now. Baron Corbin shows up instead, and says that Rollins should worry about him, not Lesnar. He says that Rollins is living his childhood dream, but he is the dream crusher and taking the Universal title. Rollins tells Corbin he will have to beat him first and take it from his cold, dead hands. Corbin says he has no problem doing that, having retired Kurt Angle, and plans to retire him, too. Rollins strikes Corbin, and both men then brawl. As they brawl, Lesnar's music hits, and Corbin hits a distracted Rollins with End of Days. Lesnar's music then hits again, and this time, Lesnar, Heyman and a referee show up so that Lesnar can cash in. Lesnar hits Rollins with a kick to the groin followed by a steel chair, then continues to attack Rollins while electing not to cash in just yet. When Heyman asks why Lesnar is not cashing in right now, Lesnar simply tells him "Friday." Lesnar then tosses the Universal title back to Rollins before leaving with Heyman and the referee. Halfway up the ramp, however, Lesnar changes his mind and hits Rollins with the Money In The Bank Briefcase before hitting him with the steel chair again. Lesnar then leaves with the Money In The Bank Briefcase along with Heyman and the referee. A medical team has to check on Rollins and put him on a stretcher.
After the commercial break, officials, medical staff and Rollins' girlfriend Becky Lynch get Rollins in the ambulance, and Becky rides with Rollins to a local medical facility.
In a very special episode of The Firefly Fun House, Bray Wyatt talks about exercise. As Wyatt talks about exercise, Huskus The Pig Boy is eating a bar of chocolate. Bray has to tell him that the excessiveness and gluttony can bite him in the tail, but he could be great one day and he could be a genius who has the whole world in his hands. Suddenly, a Vince McMahon puppet with devil horns bursts in and tells Bray and Huskus to get their act together or they will be fired. This leads to an exercise montage. After the montage, Huskus says he feels better already.
WWE COO Triple H shows up. Before he can talk about Randy Orton, Orton shows up. Triple H tells Orton it has been a while since he stared him in the eye, then says nothing either of them have to say hasn't been said before, and tells him he is coming to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to kick his ass. Orton says that sounds good to him, then tells Triple H is not the legend killer, not Batista, and he will gladly beat him on Friday and put another notch on his belt. Triple H finds it interesting that he predicted Orton's rise to the top of the business, and says that Orton is one of the best ever to step foot in the ring. He then says a lot of people have tried to put him down, but they are all gone and he is still here, and he tells Orton he is not the one. As Triple H leaves, Orton asks Triple H to promise him that he "retrieve his balls from Stephanie's purse" before facing him on Friday. Triple H gets back in the ring and says that is one hell of an idea because they are so big and a burden to carry around. He says he will see if he can carry them in carry-on in the overhead bin on the flight to Saudi Arabia, then says Orton has no idea about that because he's never had any. He then tells a corpsing Orton he'll see him in Jeddah.
Backstage, Charly Caruso interviews Baron Corbin, who says he is shaken up and needs to leave...so he can celebrate Brock Lesnar putting Seth Rollins in the hospital and that he is the next Universal Champion.
Ricochet beats Cesaro. After the match, Cesaro attacks Ricochet from behind, then pulls out a table only to find out that R-Truth is laying on it. Carmella runs out, then a host of Superstars surround R-Truth. Drake Maverick approaches R-Truth from behind, but Carmella hits Maverick with a superkick before she and R-Truth run through the crowd away from all the other Superstars.
The Undertaker shows up. He asks the fans if they have ever thought about what it feels like to face death for the first time, then tells Goldberg that this Friday, he will find out what it is like. He then says he does not want Goldberg the family man; instead, he wants Goldberg the mythical icon. He then says that if Goldberg brings anything less, their first match will be Goldberg's last and he will open the gates of Hell and unleash a brutality he has never felt. He then says then when you hear the call of the reaper, you answer it for all eternity, then tells Goldberg that he is next.
This episode picks up where the last episode left off with Nikki talking to John Cena. Nikki tells Cena that she is considering going back to therapy, thinking she was okay after she had it. Cena says that Nikki should not put her feeling to the side, even though Nikki cannot imagine not being married to John and spending the rest of her life with him. He also tells Nikki that she has not been honest with herself and that she has been looking past that. When Nikki asks if they should call the wedding off, John Cena says yes. He apologizes to her, and when Nikki does the same, John Cena tells her she did nothing wrong. He then says he will not tell everyone that the wedding is off until Nikki is comfortable with him saying so. John Cena and Nikki then both say that they still love each other, then Cena leaves and Nikki texts her mom Kathy, saying she and John Cena have just broke up and to meet her at her room. Kathy commends Nikki and John Cena for being mature about the break-up, but admits it hurts hard. Nikki tells Kathy that the birth of Birdie was the straw that broke the camel's back, and that she didn't want to waste money on a marriage that did not feel honest. Nikki says she feels like she just took something good away from John Cena, but Kathy tells Nikki to take the break-up with John Cena day by day. Privately, Kathy is devastated, but at the same time, she is proud of Nikki for figuring out what she truly wants and that she should not put other people before herself. She also does not want Nikki or John Cena to regret the decision that they have just made. On the way back, Brie texts Nikki, telling her about the break-up and that she needs her.
Nikki and Kathy show up at Brie and Bryan's house. Nikki says she is giving John Cena a few days of space; meanwhile, Brie knows that Nikki is crushed. Nikki feels like a big piece of her is missing without John Cena. Brie says she does not want John to regret calling the wedding off, and that she understands Nikki wanting a baby of her own after Birdie was born and that she does not want to see her and John sad. Nikki also mentions that John also really looked forward to seeing Nikki as a mom, and wanted the first thank you text. Afterwards, is it announced that Bryan is in Detroit, Michigan having his health tested, and if he is in good shape, he will be cleared to wrestle again.
Brie is on the phone with Bryan while out, then goes out to get hair extensions as part of her and Nikki's WWE comeback. J.J. and Lauren show up with champagne. J.J. opens it outside of the building, but the champagne does not leak out. Brie loves her hair extensions after the work is done.
Brie and Kathy go looking for a home for Nikki in San Diego, California. Brie and Nikki's family check out a house that is currently on the market, but being like a cabin, it is more like something that Brie would want and not Nikki.
Brie and Nikki's family have dinner at a restaurant. Brie talks about her and Bryan buying cannabis biscuits for Winston, then she and Nikki talk about their return appearance at Raw 25 and what they will be wearing that night. In a conversation with Brie and J.J., Nikki says she feels super confused after her break-up, and that the break-up has everything to do with her as she was always a "yes girl" and that she was never honest with herself, and that she sacrificed so much just to keep the relationship. Kathy feels they should still support John Cena, and Brie tells Nikki to take her time concerning the break-up.
Brie and Bryan check out another house. Bryan ends up liking the house, and they end up getting ready to buy it.
Nikki does a photo shoot for Birdiebee despite her break-up with John Cena. Nikki shows up halfway through to pose for some photos with Brie, and Kathy is also there. Brie notices that Nikki is good at putting on a straight face, and it is also noted that nobody on Birdiebee staff knows about the wedding being called off.
Brie and Nikki get their make-up done for Raw 25. Nikki is worried about her potential first meeting with John Cena since the break-up, and Brie is upset that John Cena has not called since the break-up happened.
At Raw 25, Brie and Nikki meet up with The Miz, Maryse, Paige, Titus O'Neil, Natalya. Nikki feels like she is living in a fake life as she has to put up a facade that everything between herself and John Cena is okay and has to please everyone. As Brie talks with Bryan, Brie sees Nikki hugging John Cena. Even though Cena is trying to the right thing during the break-up and stay away, they both miss each other and promise to communicate whenever Nikki is ready. Brie and Nikki then come out to the stage for their first televised WWE appearance in quite some time. Nikki says she should feel happy to sharing the stage with great women throughout WWE history, but she cannot even enjoy it due to her break-up with John. Jon then shows up on the stage, and Nikki decides to get out of the arena so she can stop pretending and see what she wants out of life.
Bonus clip: Nikki's family supports her during her break-up.
Bonus clip: Brie Bella gets candid about mom issues.
War Machine (Hanson and Rowe) beat Cheeseburger and Will Ferrara. After the match, Rowe says it is no secret that Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is a very important town, both for them and for wrestling. The first time they became a team was right here, and a year-and-a-half ago, they became the ROH World Tag Team Champions here. They say that something is missing, and they are done waiting for it. They tell The Young Bucks (Matt and Nick Jackson) to go home, kiss their children, say their prayers and kill their YouTube channel, because they are next.
"The Almighty" Christopher Daniels tells "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes he's got what he wanted in a one-on-one match with him. At Best in the World, he continues his dream by ending "The Nightmare."
Los Ingobernables de Japon (EVIL, BUSHI, Sanada, Tetsuya Naito) beat The Briscoes (Jay and Mark Briscoe), Bully Ray and Dalton Castle after BUSHI spits blinding mist into Jay Briscoe's eyes and Naito rolls Jay up as Jay Briscoe and Dalton Castle argue over who pulls out a table. Dalton Castle is blamed for the loss when The Boys push Dalton out of the way, and The Boys hide under the ring.
Hangman Page say they are lined up outside of the arena for Adam Cole, so they can see his swan song and say goodbye. Tonight, he kicks Adam Cole out of Ring of Honor just like "The Villain" Marty Scurll kicked Cole out of Bullet Club.
We see a video package of Punishment Martinez.
Jay Lethal says his story with "The Last Real Man" Silas Young is far from over. He and Bobby Fish - who was not hard to find and is really pissed off - are in a tag team title match with Silas and The Beer City Bruiser. He respects Silas as a wrestler, but tells Bobby Fish to stay away from Silas...because Silas belongs to him.
We hear from Roppongi Vice (Trent Barretta and Rocky Romero) are not happy with The Young Bucks (Matt and Nick Jackson) attacking them, and challenge them and Kenny Omega to a match. Trent Barretta tells Rocky they have a third guy, but when they are about to reveal who that third man is, they are super kicked by the Bucks, who are accompanied by Hangman Page.
Hangman Page beats Adam Cole in a fierce battle after two Rites of Passage. After the match, Adam Cole thanks the fans when he is attacked from behind by Page, who has shoved Todd Sinclair to the mat and removed his belt. He then proceeds to whip Cole with the belt from behind. "The Heavy Metal Rebel" Frankie Kazarian then goes after Page, and forces him to retreat. He then takes the belt and runs to the back after Page.
Ethan Carter III shows up with Tyrus and two young ladies to a barbershop quintet singing his theme song. They all celebrate EC3 being #1 on the Impact Top Five. After teasing everyone with the prospect of Tyrus dancing, EC3 states that the World title is his only conquest left, and he calls out Kurt Angle in order to "commemorate his final days as champion." Kurt Angle shows up, and tells him he's not exactly #1 contender. Next week is Destination X, and though Angle is waiting for the day to shut him up, it might be Rockstar Spud as he just might cash in the X Division title for a shot at him. EC3 says he knows Spud, and says he'll make him an offer he can't refuse. As EC3 leaves, so does the barbershop quintet, but the bass vocalist gets an Angle Slam.
Lashley beats Eric Young in his first match since returning from injury, thanks to the distraction from Chris Melendez. After the match, Chris Melendez goes after EY, and Lashley has to hold him back.
It's decision time for Rockstar Spud. Keep the X Division title? Or cash it in for a shot at the World title? Spud doesn't know what to do...
After talking about her recent match with Gail Kim to Jade and Marti Bell, Taryn Terrell gives Awesome Kong a shot at the Knockouts title. She tells Jade and Mari Bell that they're playing alone and to "go get their victim."
Chris Melendez tells Eric Young he's taken him to the danger zone...and he wants a fight.
Austin Aries sits down with Rockstar Spud, telling him to give it some thought before making his decision.
Brooke beats Jade after Brooke tricks Jade into accidentally kicking Marti Bella right in the face.
Jeremy Borash interviews Ethan Carter III, who says Rockstar Spud deserve to be a champion, but only an X Division Champion. He then gets a very important phone call...
Jade and Marti attack Rebel for celebrating with Brooke backstage after Brooke's win.
The Rising (Drew Galloway, Micah, Eli Drake) beat The Beat Down Clan (MVP, Kenny King, Low Ki).
Ethan Carter III has just had a telephone conversation that will change Rockstar Spud's life forever...
Mickie James runs into "The Cowboy" James Storm in Nashville.
Jeremy Borash interviews Rockstar Spud in the ring. As he decides, Kurt Angle shows up and tells Spud that while he respects him, he needs to know what he's up against. Before Spud can make a decision, Ethan Carter III and Tyrus show up. Ethan Carter III has gotten off the phone with Dixie Carter, and he offers Spud a lifetime contract as Chief of Staff if he keeps the X Division title and lets him get the shot at Angle. Ethan Carter III has none of it, and tells him to stick it all up his arse as he refuses to throw the last fourteen years of his career away. He cashes in the X Division title before EC3 shoves him into the corner and retreats. Angle grabs a microphone and challenges EC3 and Tyrus to a tag match tonight against him and Spud.
Bobby Roode and Austin Aries talk backstage. They're 0-2, and they need to go big or go home. Aries hands Bobby Roode a gray T-shirt.
Storm and Mickie talk in Nashville. It becomes apparent that this isn't a meeting with music executives, as Storm asks Mickie to join The Revolution. Mickie is officially creeped out, refuses and leaves. Storm stops Mickie and tells her he respects her decision, but as he hugs her, he grimaces.
The Dirty Heels (Bobby Roode and Austin Aries) beat The Wolves (Davey Richards and Eddie Edwards) with a low blow and a chair shot behind the referee's back to go 1-2 in the Best of Five series.
"The Cowboy" James Storm pushes Mickie down into the nearby train tracks in Nashville, and tells Magnus through her cellphone that "she's not coming home for dinner."
Madison Rayne is in the ring. She complains that unless you're either a member of The Dollhouse (Taryn Terrell, Jade, Marti Bell) or Gail Kim, you get nothing in TNA. She also mentions Velvet Sky's actions from last week and says that if she gets enough attention, she'll show up. Sure enough, Velvet Sky shows up and is allowed over the security barricade. Madison tells Velvet what her place is by slapping her, but Velver breaks her in half with a Spear before hitting a Stunner. After this, Angelina Love shows up again, and Velvet Sky fights off Love's personal security one more only to get cuffed and hauled off a second time...but not before Love attacks Velvet. After Velvet is hauled off, two real security guards show up and cuff Angelina Love for attacking a fan, and this time her personal security can't help her as she too is hauled off.
Rockstar Spud and Kurt Angle beat Ethan Carter III and Tyrus. After the match, Austin Aries shows up and admires Spud's decision yet questions his decision making, before announcing that he will cash in his Feast or Fired briefcase for the World Heavyweight Championship next week on the winner of Rockstar Spud vs. Kurt Angle for the TNA World Heavyweight Championship. Ethan Carter III is ticked off, still insisting he's #1.
