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.
Rey Fenix heads to the ring. He is blessed to be back in Puebla, and tonight, history will be made, because they celebrate Rey de Reyes 2026. He says tonight is very special, and that there are a lot of surprises for the fans, and one of them is very special for Mexico, for lucha libre, for the fans, and for him, because he is his brother, his blood and his favorite wrestler: Penta. Penta makes his way to the ring, with Fenix helping into the ring out of respect. Fenix is about to leave the ring after Penta enters, but Penta tells Fenix to stay in the ring with him. He says the dream that they had as kids was about to come true, but he got injured. However, Rey Mysterio took his spot that night, and there is no better person to represent Mexico that night, but now, they are together. Fenix asks if the fans would love to see them team up again, as does Penta, who then asks if the fans want to see them team up when they come back to Puebla for Triplemania. He then says that if the fans want it, they can make it happen, as it is time for the fans to see them team up again. Penta then says that tonight is an important night for Puebla, for it is Rey be Reyes, a beautiful tradition of AAA, and lists some of the past winners, including El Hijo del Vikingo. He says that four men have the opportunity to win the sword and go for the championships, then dedicates his reign as Intercontinental Championship to the fans in Mexico who get up every morning to work hard in life for their dreams and fight every single day. He hopes to make the title different, as he will not just put the line on Raw, but in Mexico in AAA, as he wants the AAA fans to be the first to see that progress. He tells the locker room to prepare themselves, as he will be waiting if anyone takes the step forward. He says that if the fans want it, he will bring the Intercontinental Championship to AAA, and that he will wait for a challenger and even drop names if he has to.
Flammer's open challenge for the AAA Reina de Reinas Championship is answered by Bayley.
Flammer retains the AAA Reina de Reinas Championship against Bayley. During the match, Maravilla gets involved in the match, distracting the referee so that La Hiedra can attack Bayley behind the referee, allowing Flammer to send Bayley head-first into an exposed turnbuckle for the pin and the win.
El Grande Americano II beats Santos Escobar, La Parka and El Grande Americano I to win the 2026 Rey de Reyes Tournament. During the match, both El Grande Americanos brawl their way to the concourse and out of the match after headbutting each other with loaded masks, then Santos Escobar swings at La Parka with a metal folding chair only for La Parka to duck and fight back, but he ends up missing a moonsault from the top rope. Escobar plants La Parka onto the steel chair, but La Parka kicks out as El Grande Americano II makes his way back to the ring. El Grande Americano I is seen being attacked and handcuffed to the skybox railing by Los Americanos (Rayo Americano and Bravo Americano). El Grande Americano II gets back into the ring, and as he and Escobar fight, Escobar grabs the chair that is in the ring only for the chair to be grabbed by a man in Santos Escobar's old El Hijo del Fantasma, who soon attacks Escobar with the chair and flees throught he crowd. El Grande Americano II takes out both La Parka and Escobar with headbutts from the loaded mask to win the match and the tournament.
UFC fighter Hidalgo "Lazy Boy" Rodriguez is seen in the crowd.
"Dirty" Dominik Mysterio retainst he AAA Mega Championship against El Hijo del Vikingo in a no-disqualification Lucha de Apuestas match. During the match, Dorian Roldan gets involved in teh match, and when Dominik confronts him, Roldan calls out Omos. Omos stops Dominik from attacking Vikingo with a trash can by grabbing it out of his hands and then throwing it at him. Roldan then hands the AAA Mega Championship to Vikingo to use as a weapon, and Vikingo puts it around his waist for a frog splash only to miss. Dominik readies Vikingo for the 619, but gets choke slammed by Omos. Omos choke slams Dominik in the center of the ring, then assists Vikingo with . All of a sudden, Mini Vikingo shows up and hits a hurricanrana on Vikingo, sending him down to the mat. Omos grabs and chokes Mini Vikingo, but that allows Dominik to hit Omos with a low blow followed by a chair shot to the back, with Mini Vikingo also hitting Omos with one. Dominik hits Vikingo with a chair followed by the 619 and the frong splash, and Dominik wins the match and the title. As per pre-match stipulation, El Hijo del Vikingo can no longer challenge for the AAA Mega Championship as long as Dominik is champion. (Had Dominik lost, he would have been forced to leave AAA.)
We see a video package for JetSpeed ("Speedball" Mike Bailey and "The Jet" Kevin Knight) and Mistico vs. The Don Callis Family ("The Protostar" Kyle Fletcher, "The Rainmaker" Kazuchika Okada, Mark Davis) for the AEW World Trios Championships at Revolution.
Backstage, we hear from The Babes of Wrath (Willow Nightingale and Harley Cameron). Harley thinks that they are in a rut, but Willow says that they have overcome the odds for the past 94 days. They admit that Megabad and Lena Kross have been playing dirty, but promises they will prevail at Revolution.
Mark Davis beats Komander.
In backstage footage from after Dynamite, The Dogs (Gabe Kidd, "100 Proof" Clark Connors, David Finlay) state that Roderick Strong is now on their hit list and that it is blood against blood.
We see a video package for Mascara Dorada.
We see a video package for the Blackjack Battle Royal for the AEW National Championship at Revolution.
Triangle of Madness (Julia Hart, Viva van and Karisma) beats Tatevik, Viva Van and Karisma. After the match, Thekla says she is sick and tired of hearing about Kris Statlander, saying she makes a challenge only to run and hide. She says that Statlander is afraid of her and cannot handle her. Thekla says that at Revolution, Statlander cannot run. Statlander shows up and takes down Julia Hart and Skye Blue before clotheslining Thekla in the ring and taking off her belt, which she throws to Thekla. Statlander then turns her back to Thekla, and Thekla strikes away with the belt. Statlander still gets to her feet for more, but Thekla punches her and goes for the ground and pound instead. Thekla leaves, then Statlander grabs the microphone and says she does not want Thekla to be afraid of her, but to be afraid of what she will have to do to keep her down.
Backstage, we hear from "The Problem" Marina Shafir, who says that she listened to "Timeless" Toni Storm's advice to stay in her lane some time ago and it worked. She now says that a "batshit insane" Toni Storm cannot take her own advice, but because of Toni's advice, she is one of one, and Toni will soon have a car crash the likes of which nobody else will recognize her after.
The Demand (Ricochet, Bishop Kaun, Toa Liona) beat The Bang Bang Gang (Juice Robinson, Austin Gunn, Ace Austin) after Ricochet hits Austin Gunn with the Spirit Gunn after Austin Gunn hits Bishop Kaun with 3:10 to Yuma before putting Kaun on top of Austin Gunn for the pin and the win. After the match, The Demand lays out The Bang Bang Gang, then Ricochet grabs the microphone and hits Gunn with it before stating that AEW is sabotaging his title reign and that regardless of how many people are in the Blackjack Battle Royal, he is the only one that matters. Ricochet says that he will walk in and out of the Blackjack Battle Royal as AEW National Champion.
Backstage, we hear from "Jungle" Jack Perry, who says that tomorrow night is an opportunity to realize a lifelong dream by competing in the building that made him want to become a professional wrestler. He admits things have gone differently than he thought they would, and while people have told him that he will fail, he cannot fail this time, because this is for friends, family and himself. He tells Ricochet he will see him at Revolution.
We hear from "Timeless" Toni Storm, who says that the circus seems like a dream at first only to not be. She says that every circus animal believes they rule the ring, but when the whip cracks, they sit. She says every circus ends the same way: the lights fade, the music dies, and someone is left lying in the sawdust. She says that when she and Marina Shafir reach their final act, Shafir will realize she is nothing more than a performer in Circus Timeless.
Lena Kross beats Mina Shirakawa.
Don Callis guests on commentary for the next match.
Andrade el Idolo beats Mascara Dorada with a Hammerlock DDT into the top turnbuckle followed by another one in the middle of the ring. After the match, Bandido heads to the ring, but he is attacked from behind by Trent Beretta and Rocky "Azucar" Romero. Brody King shows up and saves Bandido, but he is soon attacked by Swerve Strickland.
In backstage footage from earlier today, "The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth is met by Wonderboy and The Shocker. Wonderboy says that Tim Bosby thinks he is a hero, but he is no longer the hero that he claims to be, and that he and The Shocker have his back.
"The Problem" Aaron Roberts beats "The Chosen One" Zay Washington after Washington tries to put Roberts through two chairs with a top rope cross body only for Roberts to avoid it and choke slam Washington through the two chairs. As per pre-match stipulation, Roberts gets five minutes with Justin Case after the match, and after one punch, one splash in the corner and one leg drop, Roberts puts Justin Case away in one. After that, Roberts hits the Earthquake sit-down splash on Roberts.
Backstage, VaShawn Harvey gets between Marko Stunt and Marko "Hangtime" Harris. Marko Stunt has to get between them, then tells VaShawn that he has to listen more to make the most out of his potential.
The Slaughterhouse (Jagged James and Nasty Nick) vs. The Modern Day Monsters (Bruce and Morrow) ends before it can even begin when both teams brawl and a fan gets splashed into the wall, which leads to all of the referees and security holding both teams back.
Backstage, it has been two weeks since CJ Money has run away. Main Event Bradley and Mama Money ponder what to do, with Bradley having checked aunts and uncles. Mama Money asks if he's checked Big Nasty Phil's house. Bradley realizes what he has to do.
We hear from "The King of Pow" Chris Lexx, who says that he has had an uphill battle to come from nothing and become something, and says that he will overcome and that he will win.
Big Mama beats Raven Black after falling back-first to break a sleeper hold before hitting a sit-down splash.
We hear from K-Toomer, who references that the "hard times" that Dusty Rhodes talked about in the 1980s are hte same hard times that he is facing. He says that he has been holding back all this time, and that he is coming back to make hard times fall on everybody.
"The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth beats Tim Bosby by disqualification after Bosby hits Nemeth with a low blow in full view of the referee. Tim Bosby retains the Memphis Wrestling Heritage Championship.
Before the next match, Fir$t Cla$$ (AJ Francis and KC Navarro) almost immediately get the "Culero" chant as Navarro speaks into the microphone. AJ Francis calls El Paso, Texas "El Trasho" and makes a pun on the show name by saying that he and Navarro would rather sacrifice their lives than live in El Paso, as nobody in the city is making money. When the crowd chants "We can't hear you," AJ Francis responds with "This place sucks. I hate you all."
Fir$t Cla$$ (AJ Francis and KC Navarro) beats Aztec Warriors (Laredo Kid and Octagon Jr.) during the Countdown after KC Navarro feigns a knee injury, allowing Francis to hit Octagon Jr. with a Down Payment from the ring apron. This lets Navarro poke Laredo Kid in the eyes before spinning his mask around so that he cannot see as Navarro hits him with the Blessing in Disguise for the win.
Backstage, Gia Miller interviews NXT-TNA Liaison Arianna Grace. Arianna believes that Cora Jade vs. Masha Slamovich for the TNA Knockouts World Championship represents the true spirit of competition, as there are two athletes both determined to prove that they are the best. She says Cora Jade has stood out since entering TNA and that Masha Slamovich is champion for a reason, and that regardless of the outcome, the world is watching, and the match will up the prestige of the Knockouts Division. Tessa Blanchard shows up and says she is sick and tired of hearing about Cora Jade and Masha Slamovich when she is the real story, as neither of them are on her level. She says she will do what she always does and send Lei Ying Lee packing before reclaiming the Knockouts Championship. Arianna says it is great to see Blanchard and that she admires her confident, but Blanchard tells her to shut up and "do something useful" while she becomes the next Knockouts Championship and ends up back on top like she should be.
Backstage, we hear from The System (Eddie Edwards, Alisha Edwards, Brian Myers, Moose, JDC) and The Colons (Eddie and Orlando Colon). Eddie Edwards says that ten men will be locked in a steel cage and that the chances of five of them leaving the cage in one piece will be crushed by the weight of The System. Brian Myers says that their opponents are real confident, but tonight, they are stepping inside a steel cage with five of the best wrestlers of the world, and they will slit the throat of confidence. Eddie Colon says their opponents are walking into a match they are not ready for, because the steel cage is their playground and that they will be sacrificed by the Colons and The System. Orlando says the Colons and The System and that their opponents will be crying tears of blood. Moose says Jeff Hardy may be the master of the ladder match, but he is the face of the franchise, and tonight, he will find out first-hand why he is the greatest X Division Champion of all time, and after tonight, he and his family will learn ot trust The System.
"The Hollywood Hunk" Ryan Nemeth announces that "The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth returns tonight.
It is revealed that Mance Warner and Sami Callihan - who have a street fight tonight - are brawling backstage. This leads to their match happening early and continuing as the Countdown ends and the pay-per-view begins when their brawl heads to the ring.
Mance Warner beats Sami Callihan in a Street Fight.
Krystall Poppin performs Tessa Blanchard's entrance theme before the next match.
Tessa Blanchard beats Lei Ying Lee after raking Lei Ying Lee's eyes, hitting a cutter and then hitting Magnum for the win.
Backstage, Gia Miller interviews Leon Slater, The Hardys (Jeff and Matt hardy), Joe Hendry, "The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth and Elijah. Jeff says that ladder matches are an extreme aspect of professional wrestling, but he is the master of the ladder match and the next X Division Champion. Nemeth says it feels good to be back and fight with the best of the best in TNA. Elijah says tonight, they are not just walking into a fight; they are walking into a war, and when the door closes, the ring is a battleground, and The System (Eddie Edwards, Alisha Edwards, Brian Myers, Moose, JDC) and The Colons (Eddie and Orlando Colon) will walk with Elijah. Leon Slater says he will be walking side-by-side with legends, and while he expects things to get crazy, he will beat The System and The Colons and prove that he belongs on this team. Matt says they are an all-star team, and that two teams will walk into the steel cage and that they will leave victorious while The System and The Colons will be deleted. Hendry says TNA's first steel cage in six years will be historic, for there will be no escape for their opponents and their fans will chant "We believe." After the interview, "The Hollywood Hunk" Ryan Nemeth shows up to be interviewed, then makes fun of Gia Miller's hair after being told he is not even in the match.
The Rascalz (Trey Miguel and Zachary Wentz) and "Inevitable" Ace Austin beat Wes Lee, Tyson Dupont and Tyriek Igwe in a six-man Lucha Rules Match after The Rascalz and Ace Austin surround Wes Lee in the ring, which ends with Austin and Trey hitting a Fold-Lighting Spiral combo.
Gia Miller interviews Steve Maclin. Maclin says that shortcuts aside, he told Frankie Kazarian a few weeks ago that it was not the right time. He says that now is the right time, and that he will be calling his shot and it will be tag 'em, bag 'em, and mayhem for Frankie Kazarian.
Eric Young guests on commentary for the next match.
Steve Maclin beats Frankie Kazarian. During the match, after Kazarian puts Maclin in the crossface chickenwing on the outside of the ring, Kazarian lets go of the hold, then goes to his Call Your Shot Trophy and pulls out brass knuckles. The entire commentary table sees this, and Eric Young takes the brass knuckles away from Kazarian before hitting him in the back with them and getting Kazarian back into the ring. This leads to Maclin hitting KIA for the win.
Backstage, Gia Miller interviews Spitfire (Jody Threat and Dani Luna). Jody says the only thing on their minds are smashing some "entitled silver spoon brats and their stupid little errand boy," and that they do not back down from a fight and they are not backing down tonight. Dani says the odds are not against them, and that Ash By Elegance and Heather By Elegance have stuck their noses in Spitfire's business for so long that tonight, it will all end when they beat them for good and their personal concierge George Iceman becomes their personal punching bag.
Before the next match, personal concierge says that due to personal injustice, he must compete tonight, but he is lucky to have two partners who have his back in Ash By Elegance and Heather By Elegance.
Ash By Elegance, Heather by Elegance and the personal concierge George Iceman beat Spitfire (Jody Threat and Dani Luna) in a three-on-two handicap match to make Ash by Elegance and Heather by Elegeance the TNA Knockouts Tag Team Champions! After Spitfire hits George Iceman with the Pressure Drop, Ash by Elegance trips Jody Threat and holds her down so that Heather Reckless can hit a double foot stomp from the top rope to win the match and the titles. After the match, Lash Legend and Jakara Jackson from NXT show up wanting a shot at the Knockouts tag titles.
Before the next match, KVIA ABC 7 sports director Adrian Ochoa introduces Mike Santana to the ring. Santana shows up in a 1964 Chevy Impala SS.
Mustafa Ali beats Mike Santana while using the bottom rope for leverage following a slap to the face to Santana by Tasha Steelz as The Great Hands (John Skyler and Jason Hotch) distract the referee. After the match, Mustafa Ali takes a cup of beer from a fan and places it in the ring to taunt Santana further.
NXT-TNA Liaison Arianna Grace guests on commentary for the next match.
Masha Slamovich retains the TNA Knockouts World Championship against Cora Jade.
Moose retains the TNA X Division Championship against Jeff Hardy in a Ladder Match.
Backstage, Mike Santana says he showed up to defend TNA and did the right thing since day one only to get robbed. Santino agrees, saying Mustafa Ali is sneaky and that he has had enough. He gives Santana a rematch this Thursday, and this time, Tasha Steelz and The Great Hands (John Skyler and Jason Hotch).
It is announced that El Paso, Texas has proclaimed Match 14, 2025 as "TNA Wrestling Day."
It's time for Fir$t Cla$$ Penthouse. Fir$t Cla$$ (AJ Francis and KC Navarro) re-introduce themselves after pouring some champagne, then promote Francis' new T-Shirt, then introduce two dueling promo codes for TNA Shop that both allow customers to save 15% off their orders. Francis then introduces Fir$t Cla$$ Records as well as auditions with audience members for potential record deals, then turn around and say that nobody in the audience deserve anything, especially as they make fun of a few kids in the front row near the ramp. Suddenly, Aztec Warriors (Laredo Kid and Octagon Jr.) show up, and Octagon Jr. chews them out for how they are treating the fans in Spanish before calling cheaters and assholes. When Francis demands that they speak English, Laredo Kid translates. Francis goes for a cheap shot, but Laredo Kid ducks, and KC Navarro has to hold Francis back before two referees show up to restore order as the segment comes to an end with Fir$t Cla$$ being absolutely livid that their theme is not being played.
Before the next match, Elijah shows up on a horse named Tay Tay. Elijah then performs with an acoustic guitar on the ramp.
Joe Hendry, Matt Hardy, Elijah, Leon Slater and "The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth beat
The System (Eddie Edwards, Brian Myers, JDC) and The Colons (Eddie and Orlando Colon) in a ten-man steel cage match following a Twist of Fate from Matt Hardy to JDC with an open metal folding chair wrapped around JDC's neck. During the match, "The Hollywood Hunk" Ryan Nemeth shows up to support Nic's team from ringside. After the match, Joe Hendry's team celebrates, then Ryan Nemeth is seen locking the cage while Nic Nemeth hits Matt Hardy with the Danger Zone after everyone else leaves. Nic and Ryan continue to attack Matt Hardy with a metal folding chair while keeping everyone else out of the cage as the show ends.
We look back on Sami Callihan vs. Eddie Edwards in a Street Fight from the May 17, 2018 episode of IMPACT Wrestling.
Gia Miller interviews "The Hollywood Hunk" Ryan Nemeth for Around the Ring. Topics including his T-shirt with an opossum playing a banjo on it (and opossums), his Mr. TNA pageant sash and taking part in the Mr. TNA pageant.
We look back on Hammerstone vs. Joe Hendry for the TNA World Championship from last night's show.
Before the next match, Tasha Steelz not only introduces The Great Hands (John Skyler and Jason Hotch), but leaves the fans with a little motivation, stating life is hard but is even harder when one is unintelligent, just like the fans at Full Sail University. After this, Man Like Dereiss does a rap for his intro, then gets attacked from behind by Hotch to start the match. John Skyler and Tasha Steelz then guest on commentary for the next match.
Jason Hotch beats Man Like Dereiss after grabbing the waistband of Dereiss' pants during a schoolkid pin.
LA Knight heads to the ring to start tonight's show. LA Knight says that right now, everyone is making history with the first-ever SmackDown in Barcelona, Spain, and while he may be the United States Champion, he is still worldwide. He says that he has stood way too long without the United States Championship, but now the championship is back where it belongs. Suddenly, Jimmy Uso shows up. Jimmy Uso shows up not to congratulate Knight, but to tell him that he is desperate, as his road to WrestleMania is running short with the roadblocks and potholes, and that he must challenge for the title. All of a sudden, Solo Sikoa, Tama Tonga and Jacob Fatu shows up, and Solo says that if anyone deserves a title shot, it should be Jacob Fatu, as Knight stole the pin from him a few weeks ago. He also tells Jimmy to step aside, as he will only be the failure of the family, but Jimmy calls trusting Solo as well as Solo losing the ula fala "the biggest failure." The three of them surround the ring, and Tama Tonga gets a sneak attack on Jimmy. As the numbers game quickly takes over, Braun Strowman runs to the ring and evens the odds. General Manager Nick Aldis shows up, stating that he can feel the intensity before turning the brawl into a six-man tag match.
LA Knight, Jimmy Uso and Braun Strowman beat Solo Sikoa, Jacob Fatu and Tama Tonga in a six-man tag match. After the match, Solo Sikoa attacks Strowman out of nowhere, but LA Knight takes Solo down. Jacob Fatu gets back on his feet, superkicks Jimmy, then mows down Strowman and hits him with the top rope moonsault not once, not twice, but three times. Jacob goes halfway down the entranceway to the back when he runs back to the ring, finds Braun Strowman and smashes him through the barricade.
In footage from earlier today, Cathy Kelley interviews Jade Cargill. Cargill says she is ready to go physically, and that Naomi has been playing the victim and dictating what she deserves when she does not need to use anyone to get to the top. Cargill says she can only recall being hit in the back and being thrown on a car and barely seeing Naomi running away. She says Naomi attacked her not only physically, but also mentally, and after Naomi tagged with Bianca like nothing happened, she had to do what had to be done. Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez show up and call Cargill out for being blamed for the attack, and Cargill, who is having none of what they are doing, challenges Liv Morgan to a match next week.
We hear from B-Fab, who hopes that Charlotte Flair has not slept on her and states that she is forming her own legacy, and if she has to start it by beating Charlotte, so be it.
Charlotte Flair beats B-Fab by submission with the Figure Eight. After the match, it takes two referees and Tiffany Stratton running into the ring to attack Charlotte to break the hold. Security and officials run into the ring, and Charlotte and Tiffany brawl until security is able to hold them both back. Just when the situation is under control, Tiffany takes out everyone with a moonsault from the top rope, and the brawl ends.
We hear from Drew McIntyre, who says that he was so focused on the individuals in front of him that he had no idea someone was benefitting whenever he got screwed. He talks about how CM Punk kept screwing him and how Priest kept succeeding at his expense benefitting at WrestleMania 40, Clash at the Castle, Money in the Bank, Royal Rumble and Elimination Chamber. McIntyre then says he will put Priest down so he will never take anything from him again.
We look back on AJ Styles beating Jinder Mahal for the WWE Championship on the November 7, 2017 episode of SmackDown, courtesy of Papa John's.
It's time for Miz TV. Tonight's guest is "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes. Before it can start, Charlotte Flair and Tiffany Stratton brawl again on the entranceway, and it ends with a Swanton Bomb off the VideoTron from Tiffany that takes out Charlotte, security and officials. The Miz agrees that this was awesome, then introduces Cody after claiming that he will not beat John Cena in the main event of WrestleMania like he did. When The Miz demands that Cody's music be cut due to not wanting any more of his time to be wasted, Cody beats Miz up and hits him with the Cross Rhodes before taking the microphone. Cody says he does not want to talk to anybody unless it is John Cena, and tells Cena that if he can find the time to show up on Monday, he will be there, too.
In backstage footage from earlier today, General Manager Nick Aldis meets with Shinsuke Nakamura, who wants a United States title rematch. Damian Priest shows up and wants to know where Drew McIntyre is, and finds out that McIntyre is not in the building tonight. Nakamura says something to Priest in Japanese, and Priest tells Nakamura something in Spanish and says he is looking for a fight and that Nakamura will be getting a beating. Aldis makes the match official.
We see a vignette lit up in orange lights. We also see what looks like a masked luchador on the top rope.
Damian Priest beats Shinsuke Nakamura by disqualification after Priest is attacked by Drew McIntyre. After the match, Priest fights back, and he and McIntyre brawl until McIntyre presses his thumbs into Priest's eyes, allowing Nakamura to hit Priest with a Kinshasa to the back of the head. Nakamura eyes McIntyre and leaves, then McIntyre goes for the ground and pound on Priest before attacking him further on the outside of the ring. He then grabs the ring steps and smacks Priest with them before a referee escorts him to the back. McIntyre stops as he enters the entranceway, then turns around, shoves the referee out of the way when he notices Priest is back on his feet, then hits Priest with a Claymore Kick and promises to make his life a living hell before stomping him on the head.
Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews #DIY (Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa). Ciampa says SmackDown has the best tag team division in WWE because they are at the top of it, and Gargano says that while The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) are where they are because of them, they are still not good enough, and they will prove they are the best in the world. The Motor City Machine Guns (Chris Sabin and Alex Shelley) show up, and Shelley calls them out for destroying their friendship and causing the rest of the tag team division to go after them, and Sabin says they still have unfinished business to take care of after tonight.
Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona is seen in the crowd.
Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Chelsea Green, Piper Niven and Alba Fyre. Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Chelsea Green, Piper Niven and Alba Fyre. Zelina Vega shows up and says she will be Women's United States Champion, but Piper tells Zelina that she will have to go through her first. Zelina takes this as a challenge and says she will beat Piper to get to Chelsea.
Randy Orton beats Carmelo Hayes with the RKO immediately after Carmelo hits him with the First 48. After the match, Orton helps Carmelo up, but Carmelo shoves him, and Orton hits him with another RKO. Orton then goes for the punt, but Carmelo is pulled out of the rin by Kevin Owens, and Orton goes after Owens until Owens flees through the crowd.
Backstage, Tama Tonga and Solo Sikoa tell Jacob Fatu that it is time to run the play. Jacob Fatu tells Braun Strowman that he is untouchable and that he will dog walk him next week.
We see smoke followed by the number "4."
Gunther heads to the ring. Gunther says the road to WrestleMania in Europe starts tonight in Barcelona, Spain, and as the greatest European wrestler of all time, he had to be here. He says "Main Event" Jey Uso is wasting him time dancing with the crowd to entertain them, but once the bell rings, it will not mean a thing. He then mentions there is a kid who is the best talent out of Spain right now, and that he will prove that this will not mean a thing. He then introduces Axiom for the next match.
Gunther beats Axiom. After the match, Gunther puts Axiom in the sleeper hold, and it takes three referees to get Gunther to break the hold.
Paul Heyman is in the ring. Heyman says he will hype the audience on two things and keep things short and sweet. He says that today is "Roman Reigns Day" all over the world, as today is the release of the WWE 2K25 video game. He says that everyone at home and here tonight will play the game, but reminds everyone to wait until the show is over to keep ratings high, especially during his own segments. Heyman then states that there are some people who have a problem that today is Roman Reigns Day and that Roman is on the cover of WWE 2K25, and one of those people is CM Punk. He says that it is Roman Reigns Day, not "CM Punk Day," and it is certainly not, and will never be "Seth "Freakin'" Rollins Day." Heyman admits he hates Rollins' theme when the crowd chants, and that if anyone has a problem with that or Roman Reigns Day or Roman being on the WWE 2K25 cover, then they can say it to Roman's face next week in Bologna, Italy, as Roman will be there.
Before the next match, The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) run into Legado del Fantasma. Santos mockingly claps at them before hoping they win tonight, as they will be waiting to take the WWE Tag Team Championships from them. After Legado del Fantasma leave, Montez Ford says they have heard nothing but noise for the past four years and that it is time to prove the doubters wrong. Dawkins says that tonight is not the time for talking, as they will walk out the new WWE Tag Team Champions.
Backstage, Jimmy Uso is met by Gunther. Gunther says they both have things in common, such as having a younger brother, then states that Jimmy is "the more mature brother." Gunther then states that Axiom left it all in the ring just like Jey Uso does, but he still choked him out. He then says that he will do the same to Jey if he does not back out, and tells Jimmy to tell Jey to back out. Jimmy says Gunther has this all backwards, but Jimmy tells him he will be dropping rank and the World Heavyweight Championship to Jey. Gunther says he was mistaken about his maturity and that he tried.
The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) beat #DIY (Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa) to become the WWE Tag Team Champions after Dawkins dodges Meet In The Middle, causing Gargano to inadvertently superkick Ciampa and giving The Street Profits the advantage and the tag team titles.
Mustafa Ali retains the TNA X Division Championship against Chris Sabin after Sabin tries to use the championship belt - which is introduced into the match by Mustafa - against Mustafa only for Mustafa to duck and put his feet on the top rope for leverage during a schoolkid pin to win and retain.
Backstage, Gia Miller interviews "The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth and Speedball Mountain ("Speedball" Mike Bailey and Trent Seven). Trent Seven says he has come a long way from the British isles to bring a bit of gentlemanly class, and Mike Bailey says they are more than "some little team" and that he and Trent are looking at tag team gold. Nemeth says he looks forward to taking the World Championship from Moose, but as for tonight, the three of them will take Steve Maclin and The Rascalz (Trey Miguel and Zachary Wentz) to the danger zone.
"The Walking Weapon" Josh Alexander heads to the ring. Alexander asks the fans if they know what makes him special and why people call him "The Walking Weapon," then says when he is focused and locked in, there is no wrestler better than him. He says he proved that against Will Ospreay at Snake Eyes and when he held the TNA World Heavyweight Championship longer than anyone else in history. Alexander then talks about how he had to relinquish the World title with tears in his eyes a year ago, and since that moment, he has been focused on getting the World title back. He says that it may not always seem that way with other opponents, but those are obstacles to get out of the way and rungs on the ladder to climb to get what he wants. This brings him to Hammerstone, as he opened the door for him at Hard To Kill and he brought a fight so good that he got signed to TNA. Alexander says he was happy for him and was more than happy to oblige for a second round until Hammerstone had to prove that he could not beat him fair and square. Alexander also brings up Hammerstone tapping out when the referee was down as well as Hammerstone taking his headgear with him like some sort of trophy, then says his heart - not his headgear - is his identity. He thanks Hammerstone for making him focused on something other than the World title for the first time in a long time, which is kicking Hammerstone's ass. Alexander then says he is not waiting and not asking, and demands that Hammerstone get in the ring so they can do this right here, right now. Instead of Hammerstone, however, he gets Alpha Bravo and Oleg Prudius, and Bravo says Alexander only lost at Sacrifice because Dirty Dango softened him up. Alexander asks why he is still standing in the ring when Dirty Dango softened him up, and Dirty Dango tries to sneak up on him from behind only to get headed off at the pass and thrown out of the ring. Prudius gets in the ring, but security holds both Prudius and Alexander back until Director of Authority Santino Marella shows up. Santino says this is an interesting situation to him, then asks the fans if they want to see a fight. He says he wants to see this fight happens, then summons a referee to make this match official and happen right now.
"The Walking Weapon" Josh Alexander quickly beats Oleg Prudius with the ankle lock.
Crazzy Steve heads to the ramp. Steve says that at the risk of sounding redundant, he must repeat that who he is is rather simple, but what he is is more complicated. He says that there is a growing number of people realizing that, including Tommy Dreamer, Rhino, and Joe Hendry. He says that they have all been defeated at his hand and puts him a cut above the rest, then says he is the only champion in the locker room who can lay claim to the fact when he gets in the ring, his championship is being defended. Steve says the fans cannot understand that kind of pressure and that only he can handle that king of pressure, then the lights go out and a flash of lightning can be seen as PCO makes his way towards Crazzy Steve. Crazzy Steve and PCO have a brief staredown before Steve heads to the back.
Frankie Kazarian beats "Inevitable" Ace Austin after countering a bridge pin attempt with a crossface chickenwing. After the match, Kazarian attacks both Ace Austin and Chris Bey, then Eric Young shows up and chases Kazarian out of the ring.
We hear from The System (Eddie Edwards, Alisha Edwards, Moose, Brian Myers). Moose says that the whole locker room cannot equal what they have done. Moose, Eddie Edwards and Brian Myers talk about their accomplishments, which are shown at the bottom of the screen.
Backstage, Gia Miller interviews Time Machine (Chris Sabin, Alex Shelley, KUSHIDA). All of a sudden, The Grizzled Young Vets (Zack Gibson and James Drake) show up and says Time Machine found that they are the top guys, and Sabin dares the two of them to take on Time Machine to prove it. Shelley walks out in irritation.
Before the next match, Joe Hendry says tonight is the night that he finally goes one-on-one with AJ Francis, and that on paper, he should be scared of Francis because he is a giant. He then mentions that Francis is also an artist, and sees that while he is tough on the outside, he is sensitive on the inside, and that it is okay to constantly show one's emotions and cry and cry when people tell him he sucks. Hendry then says that to turn that frown upside-down, one must chant "We believe," and that the fans believe in Joe Hendry. Before he can finish that statement, however, Francis clobbers him from behind.
AJ Francis beats Joe Hendry. During the match, Hendry inadvertently flattens the ref with a corner splash meant for Francis, and Francis takes out Hendry before grabbing a chair from underneath the wrong. Hendry ducks the swing and drop kicks him, and when both men go for the chair, Rich Swann gets in the ring, grabs the chair, confronts Francis, then hits Hendry in the gut and then the back with the chair. Francis hits Hendry with a choke slam before Rich Swann revives the ref, allowing Francis to get the victory.
Alan Angels interviews Ash By Elegance and George Iceman - who is not happy with the setting of the interview - on The Sound Check. Alan gushes over Ash By Elegance, then mentions that Ash has an announcement. Ash By Elegance announces that she will be having her third match in TNA next week. George Iceman and Ash By Elegeance leave to catch a limo, and Ash touches Alan on the way out, which Alan cannot get over.
Before the next match, MK Ultra (Masha Slamovich and Killer Kelly) and Decay (Rosemary and Havok) show up to watch from ringside.
Spitfire (Dani Luna and Jody Threat) beat Beaa Moss and Vanna Black.
Tasha Steelz suddenly shows up. She says that at Sacrifice, she did not lose, and says that if Jordynne Grace is a fighting champion like she is and a true juggernaut, she will challenge her one-on-one with the Knockouts World title on the line.
"The Wanted Man" Nic Nemeth and Speedball Mountain ("Speedball" Mike Bailey and Trent Seven) beat Steve Maclin and The Rascalz (Trey Miguel and Zachary Wentz) in a six-man tag match after Nemeth inadvertently hits Trey with a tope suicida, causing Wentz to get angry at Maclin and walk out of the match alingside Trey. After the match, The System (Eddie Edwards, Brian Myers, Moose) rush into the ring and brawl with Nemeth and Speedball Mountain, and thanks to Alisha Edwards, Moose is able to blast Nemeth with the World title before doing the same to Speedball Mountain.
Billie Starkz beats Diamante by submission with a half-nelson crossface to advance to the semi-finals of the ROH Women's World Television Championship Tournament.
"Big Shotty" Lee Johnson beats Aaron Solo.
Kiera Hogan beats Robyn Renegade, Lady Frost and "Legit" Leyla Hirsch in a Four Corners Survival Match.
We hear from Griff Garrison and Cole Karter backstage. Karter says that this is the biggest match of their careers, and that Maria Kanellis-Bennett has stepped this up for them and they will make her proud. Garrison says Maria has their back, and that they will do their best. Maria shows up and talks about how everybody thought they owned her career whe she was younger, then tells Karter and Garrison that they both own their career. She also says that Garrison had a good match with Adam Copeland on AEW Collision until Garrison loss, and that they have not seen the inside of a Collision ring since. Maria says that actions have consequences, and that chances like that do not come along every day. She says that Best Friends (Orange Cassidy and Trent Beretta) are jealous of what Karter and Garrison can accomplish, as they are on the path to greatness. Maria calls Serpentico's mask the start of that and says she wants to be part of that, and wants to be sure that Karter and Garrison will not disappoint her.
Athena beats Aisha by submission in a ROH Women's World Championship Proving Grounds Match, then attacks her after the match. She then shows her disappointment at what the local talent has to offer, saying Atlanta, Georgia is not even good enough to wipe her ass before declaring herself the forever champion and the main event of Ring of Honor. Athena says she comes into the ring and puts her heart and soul into defending her championship and giving locals the opportunities only to get nothing in return, then says she is bored and needs more than "these porcelain princesses," because she put ROH on the map and on her back while taking it to new levels. She says that Supercard of Honor is weeks away, but nobody is lining up to face her and the whole locker room is so afraid to face her that they lined up for "a second place tournament." Athena says that even "The Native Beast" Nyla Rosa could have stepped back up after she put her through a table, but she stepped out, tucked tail and ran. She proclaims that she is dying for competition to solidify the greatest championship reign in professional wrestling, and welcomes anyone to jump in so that someone can take her to her limit and give her real competition before asking who it will be to do just that. Suddenly, Hikaru Shida shows up and points her shinai at Athena before the two of them have a staredown.
Before the next match, Action Andretti grabs the microphone from Jacked Jameson and says that he and Top Flight (Darius and Dante Martin) can appreciate a little bit of time "Titty City" before challenging Bronson to a chug-off. Bronson seems to have a bit of an advantage with only have a bottle, but Andretti goes through a whole water bottle in one fell swoop.
Top Flight (Darius and Dante Martin) and Action Andretti beat The Iron Savages (Boulder, Bronson, Jacked Jameson) in a six-man tag match.
Backstage, Lexy Nair interviews "Big Shotty" Lee Johnson. Johnson says that he is not just here to take part, but to take over, and while 2024 has been looking good for him, he does not plan to slow down anytime soon.
The Workhorsemen (JD Drake and Anthony Henry) beat Nick Comoroto and Jacoby Watts. After the match, Jacoby Watts tells Nick Comoroto that he can lead him through the darkness and calls him his brother, and Comoroto heads to the back with him.
"The Murderhawk Monster" Lance Archer beats Darian Bengston.
Backstage, Lexy Nair interviews Taya Valkyrie. Taya says being a "Boy mom" in Slamtown is incredible and is thinking of giving The Boys (Brandon and Brent Tate). Dalton Castle shows up out of nowhere and wants to know where The Boys are, and Taya refuses to tell him where they are. As Taya claims to know everything about The Boys, she says that Dalton Castle is not fit to have Boys. When Dalton confronts her for this, Taya calls for security to carry him away, then says that The Boys are on a mountain with Johnny TV becoming "TV ready."
Mercedes Martinez beats Abadon to advance to the semi-finals of the ROH Women's World Television Championship Tournament after a cheap shot from out of nowhere by Diamante.
Komander beats Slim J, Jack Cartwheel and AR Fox in a Four Corners Surivival Match.
We hear from Eddie Kingston. Eddie says Supercard of Honor is coming up in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and says that somebody was supposed to get a title shot against Claudio Castagnoli a year ago and got injured, and that somebody was Mark Briscoe. Eddie looks back at Mark's ROH beginnings, then asks why he shouldn't give him a title shot and tells him to bring his family, not because he will beat him up, but because they will show what the art of professional wrestling in. He says they will not play with each other or dance, but fight, and fight for the ROH World Championship in the city where it all started because he respects Mark Briscoe and because Mark has earned this shot for years and has deserved it, and he wants to be the man to give Mark that shot.
Best Friends (Orange Cassidy and Trent Beretta) beat Griff Garrison and Cole Karter. After the match, Spanish Announce Project (Angelico and Serpentico) show up from behind Garrison and Karter and brawl. Serpentico gets his match back, and when Garrison attacks Serpentico, Maria Kanellis-Bennett hits Serpentico with a low blow and takes the mask back even as Best Friends (Orange, Trent, Chuck Taylor) get back into the ring to make the save. All five men then have a group hug to end the show.
Johnny Gargano heads to the ring to start tonight's show. As the crowd chants "Johnny Wrestling" and "Welcome Home," Johnny Gargano tells the fans to watch his back in case Grayson Waller tries to hit him from behind with a chair, then says he will teach his son to be the best man he can be by finishing what one starts. He says that there is a lot of talk about finishing one's story this WrestleMania season and that he is here to finish his story after it ended on a cliffhanger fifteen months ago downed on the announce table with Grayson Waller above him. He says that he took closure away from him on his last night here, then says he somewhat respects this and that he waited to see what Waller did with his moment, as Tommaso Ciampa was the last person to take him out and he became one of the greatest NXT Champions of all time.Gargano then says that Waller had two opportunities at the NXT Championship, failed at both of them, and whined, cried and complained to the point that he disrespected all of NXT. He says that no matter what brand he is on, NXT is his home. All of a sudden, somebody shows up and tells Gargano that Waller is at his home and bragging about it online. Gargano runs to the back.
In footage from earlier today, Wes Lee is met by Axiom, who says that he will follow him everywhere. Wes Lee says the open challenge is in eight hours, but Axiom says he is willing to do whatever Wes Lee is willing to do. The two of them then get a bite to eat.
In backstage footage from moments ago, Johnny Gargano heads home, and a camera crew follows him.
Gallus (Mark Coffey and Wolfgang) retain the NXT Tag Team Championships against Pretty Deadly (Kit Wilson and Elton Prince).
Josh Briggs and Fallon Henley sneak into Kiana James' office. Fallon finds a contract for an NXT Women's Championship qualifying match, then finds out from Kiana's planner that the tag team and dating Brooks Jensen was part of a plan to hide a relationship with someone named Sebastian. Fallon then finds and takes a picture of the card that Kiana hid from Josh Briggs, in which Kiana thanks Sebastian for a wonderful night and morning, then she and Briggs leave.
It is announced by "The Heartbreak Kid" Shawn Michaels that Roxanne Perez's health is still in question after last week and that there may have to be a new NXT Women's Champion. Starting tonight, there will be a series of qualifying matches with the winners vying for the Women's Championship in a ladder match at Stand & Deliver.
We hear from Dr. Warren Becker, sports medicine physician. He says that Roxanne Perez's blood came back as reassuring and that she is systematically stable, but is is not known yet what causes Roxanne to pass out. He says that tests will be ongoing to investigate the issue further and that is is unknown when Roxanne will return to in-ring action.
Zoey Stark beats Sol Ruca to qualify for the NXT Women's Championship Ladder Match at Stand & Deliver.
We hear from Scrypts, who says that if you give a man a mask, you will see his true face. He says he has seen all sorts of masks, but his gaze is drawn to one man.
Alba Fyre and Isla Dawn beat the team of Ivy Nile and Tatum Paxley and the team of Kayden Carter and Katana Chance to become #1 contenders for the NXT Women's Tag Team Championships at Stand & Deliver after Tatum Paxley turns on Ivy Nile, refusing to tag her out and saying they were never a team before attacking her and throwing her into the ring.
Backstage, Bron Breakker is met by Tony D'Angelo and Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo. D'Angelo and Stacks ask if they can take Carmelo Hayes out for him. Bron Breakker jokes around with them, but declines and leaves. Afterwards, Tony D'Angelo says it is time to add some gold in the family and aims for the NXT Tag Team Championships.
Ilja Dragunov heads to the ring. Dragunov says his WWE career has been life-changing for him and his family and that they have had opportunities that they never felt would happen, but with every step he has taken, there has been a blemish. He says that JD McDonagh has cut his legs out from under him, and in order to maintain his autonomy, he must get rid of McDonagh once and for all. McDonagh then shows up. McDonagh tells Dragunov not to pretend this would be avoidable, as this never was because they were both two sides to the same time and they are both more alike than they are different. Dragunov says McDonagh is obsessed with him and it will lead to bad things, but McDonagh tells Dragunov that he drove him out of NXT UK and that since then, the both of them has suffered. Dragunov reminds McDonagh that pain makes him feel alive and that he has chosen this life, but McDonagh says that while Dragunov's greatest strength is withstanding pain, it is also why he has no title over his shoulder. He then says that he will never get tired of coming up with new ways to make Dragunov suffer and that it will never end between them, but Dragunov says it will all end next week and there will be nothing but a pile of body parts and a gravestone for McDonagh when he is done. McDonagh says that he looks forward to their symphony of suffering more than Dragunov can imagine, and that it will be hard to watch. He then tries to headbutt Dragunov, but Dragunov avoids it and the two men brawl. The brawl then makes is way backstage, and McDonagh throws Dragunov out of the arena.
Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell interviews Pretty Deadly (Kit Wilson and Elton Prince). Kit Wilson says that Stand & Deliver needs them, not the other way around, and that no match can contain their star power. He asks why they should be part of the show and they can be the show, and decide to become the hosts for Stand & Deliver.
Wes Lee runs into the brawl between JD McDonagh and Ilja Dragunov - and briefly brawls with McDonagh when McDonagh hits him when Wes Lee tells him that Dragunov will mess him up - before heading to the ring.
Backstage, Thea Hail and Tyler Date do some yoga, then Andre Chase talks with Duke Hudson. Hudson says he is not over Chase U's win-loss record. Andre Chase says Chase U is more than just a school, but a feeling, a place to prepare for the future and a place to belong, and that is also true for Duke Hudson. As a member of The Schism (Joe Gacy, Rip Fowler, Jagger Reid, Ava Rayne) watches from the background, Andre Chase says that for the first time, Duke Hudson actually cares, and that maybe Chase U has done more for him than anything else in his life. Chase leaves, then the member of The Schism - Ava Rayne - places her mask around the Chase U megaphone.
We see cellphone footage of Grayson Waller near Johnny Gargano's house, then decides to make his way inside.
Backstage, everyone brawls to get a chance at Wes Lee's open challenge. Axiom gets in the ring, but he is attacked by Scrypts. All of a sudden, Wes Lee is attacked by JD McDonagh, who is attacked by Ilja Dragunov. Wes Lee then takes out everyone brawling at ringside and joins in on the brawl.
Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell interviews Dragon Lee. He says that making it into NXT is exciting and the greatest thing in his career, and he plans to be a shining example of lucha libre and show what makes him special.
We see a video package for Apollo Crews vs. Dabba-Kato, which is coming up next.
Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell interviews Jacy Jayne - who is wearing a sling on her right arm - who says that even on her best day, Gigi Dolin is not as good as she is, even if she beat her last week. She also says that Gigi separated her shoulder a minute into the match because she just had to take a shortcut, and she could not even lift her right arm in the match. She says that if Gigi Dolin considers that a victory, then she is more pathetic than she thought she was. Jacy then says that as she is away from NXT, she will think about what Gigi did to her, and when she returns, she will break her heart and her face again.
Dabba-Kato beats Apollo Crews.
We see footage from the NXT Anonymous Twitter account, where "The Heartbreak Kid" Shawn Michaels tells Wes Lee that he loves him, but that the open challenge is killing him. Wes lee says he wants to prove himself, but Shawn says he does not have to. Wes Lee says he has to, especially after Shawn had to prove himself. Both men then compromise on making a Fatal 5-Way match for the North American Championship, with Wes Lee picking his opponents. Wes Lee says he has to, especially after Shawn had to prove himself when he became WWF Champion. Both men then compromise on making a Fatal 5-Way match for the North American Championship, with Wes Lee picking his opponents.
Backstage, Kiana James tries and fails to call Fallon Henley, then tells Brooks Jensen she will have to go her match tonight alone.
Gigi Dolin beats Kiana James to qualify for the NXT Women's Championship Ladder Match at Stand & Deliver. After the match, Kiana James is attacked by Alba Fyre and Isla Dawn, and they run away when Brooks Jensen runs out to the ring.
Johnny Gargano makes it to his house, but he is attacked by Grayson Waller. Both men brawl, but when Candice LeRae checks on Gargano, Waller hits Gargano with a low blow. Waller snaps a rake in half on Gargano's back, then curb stomps him as Candice LeRae keeps telling Waller to stomp. Waller then says Gargano is not the same man anymore before leaving.
Backstage, Brooks Jensen checks on Kiana James, then Josh Briggs and Fallon Henley shows up. Fallon confronts Kiana about not telling her about the Women's Championship Ladder Match qualifier As both Carmelo and Breakker ask if there should be a moderator for the contract signing, Pretty Deadly show up. Prince says that since they are hosting Stand & Deliver, they might as well host the contract signing.tonight, and Jensen tells Fallon that she and Kiana now have to defend the NXT Women's Tag Team Championships against Alba Fyre and Isla Dawn at Stand & Deliver.
Carmelo Hayes and Trick Williams show up for the contract signing for the NXT Championship at Stand & Deliver. Bron Breakker shows up after that. As both Carmelo and Breakker ask if there should be a moderator for the contract signing, Pretty Deadly show up. Prince says that since they are hosting Stand & Deliver, they might as well host the contract signing. Carmelo tells Breakker that he has held the NXT Championship and all that comes with it on his shoulders, then says that at Stand & Deliver, there will be a changing of the guard and that he will take the title further. After Carmelo says that Breakker is coming in second to him, Breakker says that Carmelo made the North American Championship his own because he was not ready for his title, but he does not want the "A-Champ," but the Carmelo who gets the fans on his feet and the one who beat Ricochet.Carmelo then says that the Bron Breakker that breaks through walls and made Tommaso Ciampa tap out, as he cannot deny his greatness. He then says that when Breakker gives his all against him, it will not be good enough, because he is "Him." Breakker believes Carmelo is "Him," but he has to show him that "Him" means something, because if he does, both men will get everything they want, as this will be one of the biggest matches in history. Carmelo says that at Stand & Deliver, he will deliver, and he wants to know that Breakker will do the same. Breakker says that something has to give, then Carmelo signs the contract before saying he is not giving an inch. Bron Breakker signs the contract, then says that neither is he. Breakker and Carmelo shake hands. As both men try to leave the ring, Pretty Deadly say they want drama, and both Breakker and Carmelo put Pretty Deadly through the table before ending the show with a staredown.
In memory of "Razor Ramon" Scott Hall, 1958 - 2022.
Kevin Owens heads to the ring to start tonight's show. After a "Hey yo" in tribute to Scott Hall, Owens says he is the happiest Canadian camper on earth because he is going to the main event of WrestleMania Saturday thanks to tonight's guest, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. Owens says he thought about what he could do, and says that since "none of these yellow-teethed Texans" can turn down a challenge, he challenged Austin himself, and now the entire world gets to witness the most stupendous Kevin Owens Show of all time when he beats Austin all over Texas. Owens tells Austin he heard what he had to say, and says that nobody will be saying "Oh hell yeah" when he is done with Austin and that everyone will say "Oh hell no" when he beats the hell out of him. Owens then hits the cameraman in the ring with a Stunner.
Austin Theory guests on commentary for the next match.
Damian Priest beats Finn Balor after Balor drop kicks Austin Theory for getting involved in the match. After the match, Austin Theory hits Finn Balor with the ATL, then takes a selfie with him.
Backstage, Kevin Patrick interviews Seth "Freakin'" Rollins, who angrily stares at him when he asks him if he is still part of WrestleMania.
Omos beats Commander Azeez after countering a vertical suplex to slam him. After the match, Omos grabs Apollo Crews from inside of the ring and choke slams him.
Backstage, Kevin Owens meets with Seth "Freakin'" Rollins, telling that tough times do not last forever and that he needs to think of what do next because he is "The Visionary" and "The Architect," even offering to help him. Suddenly, Seth Rollins thinks of something and comes out of his funk.
Liv Morgan beats Queen Zelina after Rhea Ripley chases Carmella into Corey Graves' arms for getting on the ring apron.
Seth "Freakin'" Rollins heads to the ring. Rollins says he has a plan to get himself to WrestleMania. He admits he thought all hope was lost until Kevin Owens reminded him of who he was, then says he has a plan and wants Owens in the ring so he can share it with him. Owens arrives, then mentions The Kevin Owens Show with "Stone Cold" Steve Austin before proposing have a talk show of his own with Austin, but Owens says that is not exactly the best plan. Rollins proposes that the two of them have a match to see who will have a talk show at WrestleMania after realizing there cannot be two talk shows, but this leads to Owens and Rollins arguing over Steve Austin. Sonya Deville then shows up and makes Rollins vs. Owens the main event, and announces that if Rollins beats Owens, he will replace Owens at WrestleMania, much to Owens' chagrin.
WrestleMania 38 is 19 days away!
Backstage, Kevin Owens confronts Sonya Deville for the match she has made.
The Miz and Logan Paul guest on commentary for the next match.
Rey and Dominik Mysterio beat The Hurt Business (Shelton Benjamin and Cedric Alexander). After the match, The Miz and Logan Paul attack Rey and Dominik, but Rey fights back and he and Dominik surround Logan Paul. Logan runs, but he is outnumbered, and Miz has to rescue him from a double 619.
It is announced that Queen Sharmell is the next member of the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2022 and that she will be inducted by Booker T.
Edge heads to the ring. Edge says that he is "the benchmark of the WWE," then says it took him some time to decode what he has become before saying that the fans cannot understand because they are "simple." He says that he is better than everyone in the entire industry, but when he returned two years ago, he did not have that aptitude, because the Edge that returned was "weak." He then states that he realized that the fans do not matter to him, and that in trying to appease the fans, he took the eyes off the prize and allowed Randy Orton to injure him and Seth Rollins to take his title opportunity and invade his property. He also says that this allowed Roman Reigns to beat him with a stack-up pin before saying "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles would leave "that Edge" in the dust at WrestleMania. Edge then says "that Edge is dead" and that he will not be judged by anyone. Edge says he will be passing the verdicts from atop his "mountain of omnipotence" and that he will be unapologetic for it, and states that if Styles makes it to WrestleMania, he will be judged.
Backstage, Sarah Schreiber interviews Bianca Belair, who says her hair is an advantage and a disadvantage and that she used her hair after Becky Lynch used it first. Bianca says she stays true to herself and that this is the weapon Becky is afraid of. She then says that the quiet is the real advantage she has, as Becky Lynch is not running her mouth, and says that she will make Doudrop an example of what she will do to Becky at WrestleMania.
We hear from Veer Mahaan, who says that you can run from your shadow and hide in the dark, but it is a matter of time before the coming storm. Veer Mahaan is coming to Raw.
Bianca Belair beats Doudrop. After the match, Bianca is dragged out of the ring by Becky Lynch, who then throws Bianca shoulder-first into the ring steps. Becky then grabs a chair and slams Bianca into it before lodging her head in it and dragging her into the ring post by the hair.
RK-Bro (Randy Orton and Matt Riddle) head to the ring for their championship celebration. Riddle celebrates the fact that he and Orton are going to WrestleMania, and Orton says that he has done the math and that he will have been at WrestleMania eighteen times this year. He states that he has never been tag team champion going into the event, and never had a tag team partner like Riddle up until that point. Orton then says he has returned the favor by organizing the party this time around. Orton admits he is not much of a party planner, but Riddle says this is the greatest night of his career. As Orton is about to give Riddle a gift, The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) show up. Montez Ford congratulate RK-Bro on winning the Raw Tag Team Championships, then says they are here on business to challenge them for the tag team titles at WrestleMania. Orton reminds The Street Profits that he and Riddle had to jump over hoops and hurdles to get the titles back, then declines the challenge. Montez says that RK-Bro owes them a match and that they are taking their opportunity. Orton says nobody has told him what to do in the ring since he first stepped into the ring and that The Street Profits are no exception, then tells them to turn around and leave before he makes them. Riddle says that The Street Profits have a point and that they did beat them, and that have to face someone at WrestleMania and it is the right thing to do. Orton tells The Street Profits that they are lucky Riddle is cool, then accepts their challenge before Montez tells them that the next time they are in Jacksonville, Florida, they can throw a party that isn't "ass." Riddle refuses to take the disrespect towards Orton's party planning and says he does not want to wait until WrestleMania now. This starts a match.
Matt Riddle vs. Montez Ford ends with Alpha Academy (Chad Gable and Otis) leveling RK-Bro (Riddle and Randy Orton) and The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez).
WWE looks back on the career of Razor Ramon aka Scott Hall.
Backstage, Kevin Patrick interviews Seth "Freakin'" Rollins, who says that he was lost but now he is found, and that he has learned that he not only needs WrestleMania, but WrestleMania needs him, and he is about to punch his ticket right now.
Kevin Owens beats Seth "Freakin'" Rollins after the referee gets out of harm's way when Rollins sends Owens into the corner for a schoolkid pin, delaying a pinfall count. Owens is soon able to hit the Stunner to keep his match against "Stone Cold" Steve Austin at WrestleMania.
This week on Raw Talk: Austin Theory! Alpha Academy (Chad Gable and Otis)! Rey and Dominik Mysterio!
"The Native Beast" Nyla Rose beats Katalina Perez.
Frankie Kazarian beats Tiger Ruas with the crossface chickenwing.
The Bunny and Emi Sakura beat Skye Blue and KiLynn King.
Jay Lethal beats Merrik Donovan.
Ruby Soho beats Amber Nova.
The Dark Order (Alex Reynolds and John Silver) beat Chaos Project (Luther and Serpentico). After the match, Luther and Serpentico attack Reynolds and Silver, but the rest of The Dark Order chase them out of the ring.
Quinn McKay hosts a recap of recent events. Matches covered and other things in the episode include:
Jay Lethal and Jonathan Gresham vs. The Briscoes (Jay and Mark Briscoe) for the ROH World Tag Team Championships at Final Battle
The 20-man ring of Honor World Title Shot Battle Royal from Free Enterprises
Backstage, Quinn McKay interviews "The Mercenary" Flip Gordon. Gordon says he has won a World title opportunity because of a mask, and says that he could finally become a world champion. Last year, he returned from a knee injury and beat a wrestling legend, and this year, he can become a world champion, and regardless of who the world champion is, "The Mercenary" will get the job done.
Session Moth Martina vs. Sumie Sakai at Free Enterprise
Backstage, Sumie Sakai pins Quinn McKay to the wall and tells her to shut up in Japanese when Quinn goes for an interview.
Jeff Cobb and Dan Maff vs. Jay Lethal and Jonathan Gresham in a Proving Grounds Match at Free Enterprise
Jordan Clearwater beats Zicky Dice. After the match, David Marquez interviews Zicky Dice, who blames him for his loss. He says that Marquez promised he would be a star if he came to Championship Wrestling From Hollywood, but he is already a star and Marquez and the fans are losers, and they will never see him here again.
Before the next match, Halston Boddy hopes that Lacey Ryan has studied up on Heather Monroe, then states that instead of Heather Monroe, Lacey Ryan will have to face Vipress.
Lacey Ryan beats Vipress in Match 3 of the best of seven series between Lacey Ryan and Heather Monroe after shoving Vipress into Halston Boddy, knocking Halston Boddy off the apron before hitting the top rope frog splash for the win despite having her left leg targeted by Vipress during the match.
Backstage, John Roberts interviews Anthony Idol, who says that the PP3 Cup represents a huge opportunity for him and that he cares more about breaking Ray Rosas in half than Rosas' cynicism.
Before the next match, Johnny Yuma challenges The Wolf Zaddies (Che Cabrera and Bad Dude Tito) to get rid of Vermin (Yuma and Kevin Martenson), and proposes that they make the match a Loser Leaves Town Match. The Wolf Zaddies accept the challenge.
The Wolf Zaddies (Che Cabrera and Bad Dude Tito) beat Vermin (Johnny Yuma and Kevin Martenson) in a Loser Leaves Town Match. As per pre-match stipulation as as per Nikko Marquez, Vermin are gone from Championship Wrestling From Hollywood.
SAnitY (Eric Young and Alexander Wolfe) beat Tino Sabbatelli and Riddick Moss to advance to the semi-finals of the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic after Nikki Cross takes down Riddick Moss while the referee is dealing with Alexander Wolfe.
Tommaso Ciampa shows up and grabs a microphone, and the crowd becomes a sea of fans carrying the Johnny Gargano face symbol as they boo him. Ciampa tries to speak, but he gets showered with boos and "Johnny Wrestling" chants again. Tommaso Ciampa screams "He's gone!" at the fans, but the crowd's chants only grow louder. Ciampa tries to speak again, but the boos and jeers once again drown him out. Ciampa drops the microphone, and the crowd cheers. The crowd then chants "Yes!" repeatedly as Ciampa leaves the ring and stands near the commentary table before slowly walking around at ringside. The crowd begins to chant "Ciampa sucks" and "We want Johnny!" Ciampa stands there, irritated, then walks up the steps to the stage. The crowd then sings Na Na Hey Hey (The Goodbye Song).
Dakota Kai gets an upset win on Lacey Evans with a schoolgirl pin. After the match, "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler shows up. Dakota is frozen in the corner as Baszler slowly approaches, then Ember Moon shows up to stop Baszler in her tracks. Dakota Kai and the referee manage to get out of the ring. Ember Moon says that is Baszler really wants to do this again, then she will end this regardless of whether she has one arm or not. Both women then brawl, and referees have to restore order. Baszler eventually knocks Ember Moon down with a stinging forearm, but Ember Moon is not out. She hits Baszler with a big boot before going up top. Baszler meets her on the way up and kicks her off the top turnbuckle. Baszler goes for the double wristlock as Ember Moon is laying flat on the top turnbuckle, but Dakota Kai runs up on the apron to hit Baszler with a big boot. Ember Moon gets back up top and hits Baszler with a one-handed Eclipse.
Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) beat Heavy Machinery (Tucker Knight and Otiz Dozovic) to advance to the semi-finals of the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic.
Pete Dunne retains the WWE United Kingdom Championship against Adam Cole by disqualification after Bobby Fish and Kyle O'Reilly get involved. As The Undisputed Era (Cole, Fish, O'Reilly) attack Pete Dunne after the match, Roderick Strong runs into the ring to go after them, but he fares no better. Suddenly, Pete Dunne gets back up and gets the upper hand, and he and Roderick Strong clean house. Afterwards, Roderick Strong extends his hand, but Pete Dunne brushes him off and leaves.
General Manager William Regal is in the ring in front of a table with a contract on it. He is here to moderate the contract signing for the NXT Championship match between Aleister Black and Andrade "Cien" Almas at NXT TakeOver: New Orleans. Aleister Black shows up first; however, when Andrade "Cien" Almas is supposed to show up, Zelina Vega shows up instead. Zelina Vega says Almas is not here tonight, but she is. She says that if he was, he would destroy Aleister Black until there is nothing left. Aleister fails to pay attention as Zelina states that Almas is waiting until NXT TakeOver: New Orleans to embarrass him. Aleister Black puts his hand in front of Zelina's face, signs the contract, hands it to her, moves the table away, sits down, and says they are now on the same level. Zelina Vega takes this as an insult before telling Aleister that Almas will humiliate him, then signs the contract. Aleister then says Almas is not here because he will come up short and he will not measure up. Zelina then slaps Aleister and tells him to sign the contract right now if he thinks he is ready. Aleister signs, then hands the contract to Regal as Zelina Vega keeps telling Aleister he is nothing. Aleister then says he is happy that Zelina Vega came alone, because he didn't. Candice LeRae then runs out to the ring and goes after Zelina Vega, beating her up both in the ring and at ringside. The brawl then ends up on the commentary table, where Candice LeRae continues to pummel Zelina. She then gets Zelina back into the ring, where she then plants her in the mat with a bulldog.
Neville shows up to start the show. A year and a day ago, he injured himself and noticed that people not only didn't care about him, but that they forgot him. Now that the Cruiserweight Division is a thing and he has proven himself, he now has a WrestleMania match in three weeks and a Fatal 5-Way match to determine who his opponent is. Regardless of who wins, he will deconstruct them at WrestleMania and prove himself as the king of the Cruiserweights.
Mustafa Ali beats Drew Gulak. After the match, Drew Gulak says he works week after week and goes unappreciated, and says that 205 Live needs to change.
Noam Dar tells Ariya Daivari he's tired of Rich Swann bettering him, while Daivari wants revenge on "Gentleman" Jack Gallagher. Noam Dar says they need to win tonight, as Alicia Fox will only stay with a winner.
Ariya Daivari and Noam Dar beat Rich Swann and "Gentleman" Jack Gallagher. After the match, Noam Dar says his gift tonight is a victory, but someone brings a stuffed bear to the ring, and Alicia Fox enjoys it, too.
Austin Aries beats "The Premier Athlete" Tony Nese, Akira Tozawa, TJ Perkins and The Brian Kendrick to become #1 contender to the WWE Cruiserweight Championship and face Neville at WrestleMania.
General Manager Daniel Bryan is making some matches when AJ Styles shows up, wanting to speak to Commissioner Shane McMahon. Daniel Bryan tells Styles that Shane is not here, which causes Styles to decide to take his issues to the ring.
AJ Styles heads to the ring. He says he is sick and tired of being messed with by General Manager Daniel Bryan and Commissioner Shane McMahon, as well as having to jump through hoops only to see his one-on-one rematch with John Cena happen and see his potential WrestleMania moment go up in smoke. He says he is the reason why people are watching SmackDown Live and subscribed to the WWE Network, and after all that, he doesn't even have a match at WrestleMania. He plans to have a conversation with Shane McMahon about his career tonight...if he has one.
Becky Lynch beats Natalya with the Disarmher, then is attacked by Carmella after the match.
AJ Styles waits in the parking lot for Commissioner Shane McMahon.
We see footage of John Cena and Nikki Bella at the 2017 Kids' Choice Awards.
Backstage, Dasha Fuentes interviews Carmella. Carmella makes it known she wants to be the next SmackDown Women's champion.
It's time for Miz TV. Tonight's special guest is...The Miz and Maryse themselves, who plan to expose John Cena and Nikki Bella as frauds. After showing some footage of them talking about Cena and Nikki last week on Talking Smack, Miz says that Cena is a plastic personality who only likes himself and that Nikki will never have an engagement ring. Maryse talks about how Nikki kept her off the first season of Total Divas by promising to get her a better contract, only for the contract to be taken away from her and cost her opportunities for the last three-and-a-half years. After Maryse says she will expose Nikki as "a lying, backstabbing bitch," Cena and Nikki show up while Miz and Maryse retreat. Nikki asks why Maryse is in the WWE right now if she has the power to block her job, and says that they were never best friends and that Maryse stabbed her in the back. Nikki dares Maryse to get in the ring so she can kick her ass, but Miz says she can't make matches and that he and Maryse are heading to the back. General Manager Daniel Bryan shows up, stopping them from leaving and saying that all Miz does is run his mouth, cut people off, steal his moves and make him want to punch him in the face even though he can't. He does know people who can, and at WrestleMania, Miz and Maryse will face Cena and Nikki in a mixed tag team match. Miz is livid.
AJ Styles is still waiting for Commissioner Shane McMahon in the parking lot...
Mickie James beats Alexa Bliss.
Renee Young interviews AJ Styles in the parking lot when Commissioner Shane McMahon shows up. When Shane steps out of his car and heads into the building, AJ brutally attacks him and even rams Shane's head into a car window. Fit Finlay checks on Shane afterwards and calls for medical help.
Shane has a scalp laceration, and has to be helped to the trainer's room. After The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) confront AJ Styles for his behavior, Styles leaves the locker room when he runs into General Manager Daniel Bryan, who fires him before ordering security to escort him out of the building.
Mojo Rawley beats Dolph Ziggler by count-out after Ziggler walks out of the match.
Neville advertises tonight's 205 Live, saying he doesn't care who the new #1 contender to the Cruiserweight title is as he will break them at WrestleMania.
Randy Orton shows up. He says he has been waiting for months for his opportunity to hit Bray Wyatt where it hurt the most, and he did that by becoming a member of the Wyatt Family. The moe he stood by Bray Wyatt's side, the deeper the venom went into his veins, and when he was able to get "the keys to the kingdom," he burned down the Wyatt Family compound and the body of Sister Abigail. Bray then appears on the TitanTron. Bray says Orton was right about being helpless, naked and stripped of power until he made his way back home. Bray then says that Sister Abigail is still very much alive and has given him her power. Now that Sister Abigail lives through him, he plans to destroy Orton. He then covers himself in the ashes of Sister Abigail.
Dasha Fuentes interviews Baron Corbin, who says there are no lines; only actions and consequences. Dean Ambrose was looking for him, so he put him in the hospital. If Ambrose can get out of a hospital bed and come back at WrestleMani, he will take everything from him.
The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) beat American Alpha (Jason Jordan and Chad Gable) after stopping a double-team attempt. During the match, Fit Finaly and Jamie Noble help Commissioner Shane McMahon to the hospital backstage, but Shane wants to head to the ring.
The show ends with Commisioner Shane McMahon heading to the ring and saying "AJ Styles says he doesn't have an opponent for WrestleMania? Well, he does now."
During Talking Smack, an argument erupts in the SmackDown Women's Division between Natalya, Mickie James, Carmella, Alexa Bliss and Becky Lynch.
