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Friday, June 19, 2020

Layin' da SmackDown - SmackDown recap for June 19, 2020

Renee Young introduces "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles for a championship celebration to start tonight's show. Styles says he is "an accolade machine" and that SmackDown is the house that he built, which is why he invited the locker room to ringside to tell them that ringside is as close as they will get to the Intercontinental Championship. He says that the Intercontinental Championship is vindication of everything that he has said and that the title is for those who want to work towards their success, then says there is one person qualified to award him the title: Daniel Bryan. Styles asks Daniel Bryan to get in the ring and award him the belt. Daniel gets in the ring and is initially reluctant to do so, but does it. Styles then demands Daniel congratulate him like a man, which he does. Daniel admits that they may disagree with a lot of things, but he respects Styles' ability in the ring and says he has the potential to be the greatest Intercontinental Champion if he shows up every week as a fighting champion. Styles says he is sorry he allowed Daniel to say anything and tells him to shut up, as they do not share the same vision and only people on his level get a shot at the title. He then says that Daniel is at the back of the list. Daniel then says he is okay with that, and that since Styles is about earning things, then he should defend the title against Drew Gulak, who beat him two weeks ago. Styles declines, saying his opponent must be #1 contender. Suddenly, Matt Riddle - fresh out of NXT - shows up, and Styles sees him as another person looking for a handout. Riddle tells Styles that he is "the bro who's gonna run the show," then Styles punches Riddle. Riddle soon fights back and sends Styles out of the ring, and an angry Styles demands a referee show up, starting a match.

Before the next match, "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles declares that his match against Matt Riddle will not be for the WWE Intercontinental Championship.

Matt Riddle beats "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles after grabbing Styles out of the Phenomenal Forearm and hitting the Bro Derek in a match that sees Riddle have a verbal altercation with King Corbin and Styles shove Daniel Bryan at ringside.

Backstage, Renee Young interviews Jeff Hardy, who says it has been a roller coaster for him for the last two months and that he has been trying to turn his life around and do what is best for him and his family. He feels that as soon as he is about to turn a corner, he has to put out a fire only to have to put out another, and that Sheamus is a constant reminder of what he does not like about himself. He feels that while winning would have confirmed that he is turning things around, his loss to Sheamus makes him doubt himself, and he has to catch himself before negative thinking takes over. Jeff understands that he is an adrenaline junkie and an alcoholic, and says that Sheamus is just an obstacle on his path to redemption. Jeff also says he is not done yet.

Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews Shorty G. As she does, Mojo Rawley shows up and mocks Shorty G behind his back. After Shorty G says he has eyes in the back of his head, he punches Mojo in the face.

Shorty G beats Mojo Rawley with an inside cradle.

It's time for Miz TV. Tonight's special guest is Mandy Rose. Miz admits he lost focus at Backlash, and John Morrison says it all happened because the rules were changed and that they were planning on being co-Universal Champions. They also mention that they were both looking over their shoulder for Otis, and Morrison says that if it were not for Otis, one of them would be champion right now. Miz then introduces Mandy Rose, who shows up. Mandy says that she and Sonya Deville were best friends for five years, but as soon as Miz and Morrison say that Mandy was a terrible friend, Mandy prepares to leave. Miz and Morrison then stop her and introduce Sonya. Mandy, having none of this, says that Sonya was the one who tried to sabotage her career and that she is done with her. Sonya says she wishes she could be done, but she watches Mandy get the spotlight and question what Mandy did to get it. Sonya then says that Mandy has not done anything with any opportunities given to her, then Mandy asks what Sonya wants, as Sonya can try to hurt her, but she has people who are by her side and that Otis has been loyal to her. Mandy then says that despite being a fighter, Sonya is alone, and asks how long she will hold on to petty resentments. Sonya says she is just confused as to what to do to get "The Mandy Rose treatment," and the only difference is Mandy's appearance. Sonya says that she is done and that she will tear her apart until her insides are just as hideous as her outer appearance. This starts a brawl, and Sonya gets out of the ring thanks to Miz and Morrison. Mandy then slaps Miz in the face and heads to the back.

Bayley and Sasha Banks guest on commentary for the next match.

The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Big E) beat The Lucha House Party (Lince Dorado and Gran Metalik). After the match, Cesaro and Shinsuke Nakamura show up and attack The New Day. After the attack, Cesaro says he and Shinsuke Nakamura are tired of being overlooked.

Backstage, Alexa Bliss, Nikki, Lacey Evans, Tamina and Dana Brooke talks about Bayley and Sasha Banks. As Dana says that they all deserve a shot at Bayley, everyone wonders where Nikki Cross is.

Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews Sheamus. Sheamus says he has realized that things have become serious between him and Jeff Hardy, then takes pride in being a bully and says that Jeff deserves to be bullied because he is weak and pathetic. He only regrets crushing his voice box so he would not have to hear him, and says that deep down, Jeff does not believe he is turning his life around and that he will raise Jeff up himself with a toast to Jeff Hardy next week.

Nikki Cross attacks Bayley and Sasha Banks at ringside. Alexa Bliss runs to ringside to hold Alexa Bliss back, then Nikki gets in the ring and demands a fight with Sasha Banks. Bayley accepts on Sasha's behalf.

Sasha Banks beats Nikki Cross following the double knees into a pinfall attempt.

WWE puts a spotlight on Titus O'Neil's community outreach as it is announced that O'Neil is a finalist for the 2020 ESPN Muhammad Ali Sports Humanitarian Award.

Next week: Drew Gulak vs. "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles for the WWE Intercontinental Championship! Sheamus presents a toast to Jeff Hardy!

It's time for Firefly Fun House. Bray talks about the things that he has done in the last few months - including learning to reanimate the dead and infiltrating a Reptilian stronghold - then Ramblin' Rabbit butts in and mentions Wyatt's loss to Braun Strowman. Bray admits that he lost to Strowman and that he went about everything the wrong way. As he explains himself, Strowman's entrance theme interrupts him. Strowman tells Bray he had his opportunity and failed, and that there are no more games and that their story is over. Bray laughs, and warns him that their story is just getting started. After some Wyatt Family imagery, we see the pre-Firefly Fun House Bray Wyatt, who says that in order to move forward, they must step back to where it all began. Bray says he created Strowman and that it is his duty to destroy him. He says that Strowman knows where to find him, and that all he has to do is follow the buzzards.

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

Monday, February 17, 2020

Raw Deal - Raw recap for February 17, 2020

Randy Orton shows up to start tonight's show. We see footage of Randy Orton's appearance and attack on Matt Hardy from last week, then Orton says he is supposed to face Matt in a no holds barred match this week that will not happen, as Matt is not cleared to compete. He says that the Hardys are known to flying to the highest of highs and diving to the lowest of lows, then Matt Hardy shows up wearing a neck brace and tells him to explain why he brutally attacked Edge weeks ago. Matt asks Orton "What the hell is wrong with you?" and says that Orton did not like being asked that question to the point that he tried to take away his passion, but he is not ready and he came to fight him tonight. Despite not being cleared to compete in a match tonight, he is still here, he still has grit, he will not die, and - like Edge - he will always get back up. He says he does not know what his future is, but it will be determined on his terms, not Orton's. Orton tells Matt he should have said goodbye while he could still leave on his own two feet, and Matt gets in the ring. Orton asks Matt what he will do if he decided to RKO him where he stood. He admits that Matt "has balls," then says nobody will understand why he did what he did. He says that he has and always will respect what Matt Hardy has done, and he loves and respects Edge like a brother. Orton then says he is truly sorry and heads to the back. Orton then takes off his vest while standing on the stage as Matt Hardy takes a steel chair into the ring. Orton slowly moves back to the room as Matt dares Orton to finish him. Orton slinks up the apron, then ducks the chair shot and sends Matt's neck into the top rope. Orton then slides into the ring and hits Matt Hardy with an RKO, then grabs the steel chair and slams it into Matt's back and chest before grabbing another chair, removing Matt's neck brace and stopping just short of performing the Con-Chair-To on Matt. Instead of leaving, however, he runs around the ring and pulls Matt Hardy to the outside so he can smash a chair into his neck on the steel steps. He then sits on the chair and stares at Matt, then heads towards the ramp, goes back and does it again, and repeatedly screams "I'm sorry!" at Matt afterwards.

Aleister Black beats Erick Rowan.

Charlotte Flair shows up. After the replay of footage of her attack on Rhea Ripley and acceptance of Ripley's challenge last night at NXT TakeOver: Portland, Charlotte says she wanted to know who was filing Ripley's head with the idea of challenging her. This caused her to look back on the training and the growing pains, as well as her class building up what soon became a third brand, then says that Ripley has not sacrificed as much as she has to make NXT what it is now. She then says that if Ripley has the audacity to defend the title she put on the map against her, then pride will come before the fall and she will humble her at WrestleMania. She then says that everyone is the next big thing until they are not.

Riddick Moss retains the WWE 24/7 Championship against Mojo Rawley and R-Truth. After the match, Rawley blames R-Truth for his loss, but R-Truth fights back.

Natalya, Liv Morgan, "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler, Asuka, Ruby Riott and Sarah Logan are announced as the participants in the women's Elimination Chamber Match at Elimination Chamber.

Before the next match, McIntyre leads everyone into pointing at the WrestleMania sign in the arena, then says Suplex City is currently located in Claymore County and that it will be invaded and conquered to the ground at WrestleMania, when he becomes WWE Champion. Suddenly, Paul Heyman shows up and brings out Brock Lesnar, but Lesnar is nowhere to be found. Heyman states that Lesnar will beat Ricochet at Super Show-Down and McIntyre at WrestleMania. McIntyre tells Heyman he can say Lesnar's name all he wants, as he will beat him for the WWE Championship. Heyman says he has profound respect for McIntyre and that he did not come to debate him, then brings out MVP, saying he does not respect McIntyre as much after last week. MVP tells McIntyre that Heyman may not have an issue with him, but he does following his actions from last week. He then tells McIntyre he will beat him and he will see it coming, then hits with a cheap shot with a microphone.

Drew McIntyre beats MVP.

Becky Lynch shows up. Becky says she has been feeling a lot of things over the last week, and while she has come to America for fame and fortune, she has no use for fame and she might as well pay her fine for her next action against "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler in advance. Becky says that bad things will happen when she finds Baszler, as only animals go for the neck to weaken their prey before they end them. She tells Baszler to take a good look at her face, as she is not prey and she has run through former champions. After saying she cut them all down because she had to, she states she is going after Baszler because she wants to. Baszler shows up on the TitanTron and says she will easily win the women's Elimination Chamber match and beat her at WrestleMania, as the path is laid out perfectly for her. She then tells Becky to imagine what she will do to her at WrestleMania after what she did to her last week, and says she will "tear the living shit" our of her. Becky says that she will be watching the women's Elimination Chamber Match carefully and rooting for her.

Backstage, Charly Caruso interviews Lana, Bobby Lashley, Angel Garza and Zelina Vega, calling their tag team match tonight "a Monday night double date" involving "the two hottest couples" in WWE. Zelina says that she and Garza are strictly business partners. Garza says he agrees with Zelina, as no woman can tie him down and Humberto Carrillo will soon find out no other man can measure up to him.

Bobby Lashley and Angel Garza beat Rusev and Humberto Carrillo after Garza grabs the tights while pinning Rusev following the distraction by Lashley.

Before the next match, Asuka makes fun of the black eye that Natlaya got two weeks ago, then she and Kairi Sane say they don't care before Asuka says she will win in the Elimination Chamber and go on to WrestleMania.

Kairi Sane beats Natalya by count-out after Asuka kicks her in the back of the head behind the referee's back.

Murphy and AOP (Akam and Rezar) are in the ring. They introduce Seth Rollins, who comes to the ring to hold a sermon. Rollins says they are here to celebrate progress, the future and moving forward in their vision, and while phase one may have been met with resistance, it was completed last week when Kevin Owens, Samoa Joe and The Viking Raiders (Ivar and Erik) were vanquished. He says that they proved that anything is possible through sacrifice, hard work and belief, but now, the work begins, and he takes the responsibility of being "Monday Night Messiah" very seriously. Rollins states that phase two will not be easy, but it is necessary and for the greater good, for it is time for them to seek out the weak and non-compliant and find the flaws in the system to rehabilitate if they can and eradicate if they must. He says this is not a promise, threat or warning, as it comes from his heart and is the gospel, and if any remain non-compliant or stand in the way of progress, they will suffer the same fate as the weak. Suddenly, The Viking Raiders show up and brawl with AOP in the ring. AOP are laid out, as is Murphy, while Seth Rollins runs to the stage, where he is met with a Stunner by Kevin Owens.

Backstage, Charly Caruso interviews Seth Rollins, who says that Murphy and AOP (Akam and Rezar) are the only people who give him the respect they deserve, and if The Viking Raiders and Kevin Owens want a fight, they will get one tonight.

Before the next match, The O.C. ("The Phenomenal" AJ Styles, Luke Gallows, Karl Anderson) proclaim AJ Styles to be the new "Mr. WrestleMania." Styles states that he is the greatest Superstar on any roster or era, and while he has critics, no one can say anything but him when he wins the Tuwaiq Gauntlet Match at Super Show-Down. As Styles continues to speak, he is interrupted by Ricochet. Styles says he was just being nice when he namedropped people when he says it doesn't matter who WWE Champion is, then says Ricochet will never be WWE Champion as he never deserved an opportunity at the title in the first place. Ricochet says that he has earned his title shot and that he will perform the supposedly impossible at Super Show-Down. The O.C. laugh at him, and Ricochet challenges Styles to a match right now. Luke Anderson takes Styles' place for the match, saying he has this and that he is the toughest man in the building.

Ricochet beats Karl Anderson.

It is announced that Matt Hardy has been taken to a local medical facility.

Backstage, Charly Caruso interviews Liv Morgan, who says that she was as excited as anyone to see Ruby Riott return, but when Ruby betrayed her, it could have broken her, but she has found a home in her own skin. She plans to eliminate Ruby in the women's Elimination Chamber match and go on to WrestleMania.

Kevin Owens and The Viking Raiders (Ivar and Erik) beat Murphy and AOP (Akam and Rezar) by disqualification following the interference of Seth Rollins. After the match, Seth Rollins, AOP and Murphy make an example out of Kevin Owens, whom Rollins accuses of crucifying him since day one. As Rollins says he will return the favor, Street Profits show up and overpower AOP and Murphy. Rollins runs away as Owens, The Viking Raiders and Street Profits clean house in the ring.

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

Sunday, January 19, 2020

Chronicles of the 24/7 Championship - Topeka, Kansas

Once again, R-Truth won the WWE 24/7 Championship from Mojo Rawley, but Rawley pinned Truth again to win the title back before running away. These reigns were R-Truth's 33rd and Rawley's 5th.

Saturday, January 18, 2020

Chronicles of the 24/7 Championship - Jackson, Mississippi

After the events at Lafayette, Louisiana, Mojo Rawley lost the title to R-Truth. Once again, however, Rawley took the title back, ending R-Truth's 32nd reign at soon at it began and starting his fourth reign.

Friday, January 17, 2020

Chronicles of the 24/7 Championship - Lafayette, Louisiana

In Lafayette, Louisiana on January 17, 2020, R-Truth managed to pin Mojo Rawley to win the WWE 24/7 Championship for the 31st time. Before the title change could set in, however, Rawley would pin R-Truth and reclaim the title.

Monday, January 13, 2020

Raw Deal - Raw recap for January 13, 2020

Randy Orton shows up to start tonight's show. He says that he was asked to excitedly welcome everyone to tonight's show, but "excitedly" is not exactly his style. He invites "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles to the ring, then says he will show him why he is a favorite to win the men's Royal Rumble and hit him with an RKO. Styles shows up and asks Orton if he wanted him here so he could brag and fake another knee injury after showing irritation with the RKO he received last week. He then says Orton is not the favorite to win, for he hit an RKO of his own for the win last week. He goes on to say that many people thought his RKO was the best they had ever seen, and that most had said that his RKO was phenomenal. He says that it might be all he needs to throw 29 other men over the top rope to win the men's Rumble. As Styles names a few people he plans to eliminate, Drew McIntyre shows up. McIntyre says his name is part of that list, and while he has had fun with his opponents, he is looking for bigger and better opponents and just so happens to see them having "an RKO-measuring contest." He says that his Claymore is bigger, and after Orton irritably throws his microphone into the air, McIntyre proposes they have a Triple Threat Match right now.

Drew McIntyre beats Randy Orton and "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles in a Triple Threat Match with a Claymore to Orton after Orton hits an RKO on Styles.

We see a video package chronicling the events leading up to tonight's Fist Fight between the team of Kevin Owens, Samoa Joe and Big Show and the team of Seth Rollins and AOP (Akam and Rezar).

Backstage, Seth Rollins tells AOP (Akam and Rezar) that opportunities like tonight's do not come often, as tonight's Fist Fight is a chance to prove that whoever is not with them is against them. Rollins says that nobody can stop them, as this is the destiny of Raw and he has sacrificed more than anybody could ever understand to ensure that destiny remains intact. He says that they must show the world what happens when one does not embrace his vision.

Ricochet beats Mojo Rawley.

Backstage, Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) talk about tonight's Fist Fight, the contract signing for Asuka and Becky Lynch's match at Royal Rumble, and Charlotte Flair's match that is up next.

Charlotte Flair beats Sarah Logan with the Figure Eight following a brief ringside brawl. After the match, Charlotte tosses Sarah Logan over the top rope.

Backstage, Kevin Owens and Samoa Joe talk about their match tonight, with Joe saying not to worry about the rules and that they just need to do their thing. Big Show arrives and says his fist needs to reintroduce itself to Seth Rollins.

Brock Lesnar and Paul Heyman show up. Heyman and Lesnar almost walk out of the ring following the cheering and then booing from the fans, and Heyman insists that his client does not suck before they both get back into the ring. Heyman talks about Lesnar's entrance into the Royal Rumble from last week, then says that his spoilers about Brock Lesnar come to life as they are all made possible by Lesnar himself. He then says that Lesnar will not eke by a Rumble victory; instead, Lesnar will dominate and eviscerate 29 other men to win the men's Rumble, and prove that anyone who doubts his spoilers will be proven false and that only the truth comes from his mouth. R-Truth suddenly shows up and says that while Lesnar may be the favorite to win the men's Rumble, his childhood hero John Cena told him to never give up, and for the first time ever, he is officially declaring himself for the Royal Rumble. He then says it is not the size of the dog in the fight, but the size of the fight in the dog, and while he may be a big man, Paul Heyman will go flying over the top rope. Heyman reminds R-Truth that he is going face-to-face with Lesnar in the men's Royal Rumble, not him, then R-Truth un-declares himself for the men's Royal Rumble match. R-Truth then makes fun of Paul Heyman talking too much and giving away spoilers, and says that he does not want Lesnar to take him to "Sioux Falls City." Heyman then says nobody likes R-Truth, then Lesnar gets in R-Truth's face. R-Truth then asks Lesnar "What's up?" then dances and sings before Lesnar clotheslines him and hits the F5. Lesnar then grabs the microphone and tells R-Truth "That's what's up!"

After the commercial break, R-Truth is helped to the back when he is attacked by Mojo Rawley, who then pins R-Truth to win the WWE 24/7 Championship.

In footage from earlier tonight, Charly Caruso interviews Bobby Lashley and Lana. Lana says she and Lashley have made two New Year's Resolutions: to accept the fact that everyone is jealous of their success and love, and to crush Rusev.

Bobby Lashley beats Rusev after Liv Morgan shows up to confront Lana only to have a drink thrown into her face before being slammed into the barricade.

Backstage, Charly Caruso is interrupted by Bobby Lashley and Lana. Lashley says that Rusev is the least of their worries, and Lana accuses Liv Morgan of intimidating her before challenging Rusev and Liv to a mixed tag match next week. Lashley does not like the prospect of a mixed tag team match, but Lana states that nobody will intimidate her.

Before the next match, The Viking Raiders issue an open challenge, stating that anyone who challenges them gets put down and that they have proven their dominance through the tag team division. The open challenge is answered by The Singh Brothers (Samir and Sunil Singh).

The Viking Raiders (Ivar and Erik) beat The Singh Brothers (Samir and Sunil Singh).

Backstage, Rusev and Liv Morgan accept Bobby Lashley and Lana's challenge, with Rusev calling Lashley a waste of his breath and Liv calling herself a living embodiment of karma, who is an "honest-to-God bitch."

Jerry "The King" Lawler moderates a contract signing between Asuka and Becky Lynch for the WWE Raw Women's Championship at Royal Rumble. Becky shows up first, followed by Asuka. After Asuka repeatedly calls Becky a "baka" and Becky scares Kairi Sane out of the ring, Asuka signs the contract before passing it over to Becky, who also signs. As medical staff check on Becky, Becky takes the microphone and says that Asuka is the most dangerous woman she has faced, and says that when someone puts their hands on her, they arise a badness in her, and if she has to go down, she will take Asuka with her.

Next week: Rey Mysterio vs. Andrade in a Ladder Match for the WWE United States Championship!

Backstage, Sarah Schreiber interviews Andrade and Zelina Vega. Zelina says the difference between Andrade and Rey Mysterio is that Andrade is a hero who is deserving of praise and is man enough to retain the United States title and rip Rey's mask off. She then says that they filed a criminal complaint against Rey Mysterio, and after Zelina calls Rey a disgrace to Latinos everywhere and a bad mentor to all of his children, Andrade says he is going to retain against Rey Mysterio. Afterwards, Charly Caruso interviews Rey, who says that since Andrade injured Humberto Carrillo, he thinks he can get away with anything. As for Zelina Vega, he calls his example to his children "no joke." Rey then says he likes the idea of a ladder match and is willing to sacrifice years of his career to it, and next week, he will not just take back the WWE United States Championship; he will take it back from Andrade.

We see a video package for Aleister Black vs. Buddy Murphy.

Aleister Black beats Buddy Murphy.

Next week: Brock Lesnar returns!

Before the next match, Charly Caruso interviews Buddy Murphy at ringside, but to no avail.

Erick Rowan beats an unnamed opponent. During the match, Erick Rowan reaches into the cage and gets bitten in the hand.

Seth Rollins and AOP (Akam and Rezar) beat Kevin Owens, Samoa Joe and Big Show in a Fist Fight. During the match, Buddy Murphy - who is still sitting dejected at ringside - helps Rollins and AOP out at the behest of Rollins with a low blow to Big Show. After the match, Rollins and Murphy hug, cementing Murphy as part of Rollins' ranks.

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

Friday, January 10, 2020

Friday Night's Main Event - Main Event recap for January 10, 2020

Results courtesy of The Smackdown Hotel.

Natalya beats Chelsea Green.

Mojo Rawley beats No Way Jose.

Friday, January 3, 2020

Friday Night's Main Event - Main Event recap for January 3, 2020

Results courtesy of The Smackdown Hotel.

Chelsea Green beats Sarah Logan.

Before the next match, Mojo Rawley says that No Way Jose embarrasses himself in the ring because he parties every night, then says that the people of Hartford, Connecticut are not even smart enough to spell the word "adage," much less know what it means. He then says he is here to walk the walk, not talk the talk, and he will do it by embarrassing No Way Jose, because this is how he rolls.

Mojo Rawley beats No Way Jose.

Tuesday, December 31, 2019

Chronicles of the 24/7 Championship - Happy True Year?

During the Fox New Year's Eve special, Maria Menounos was interviewing R-Truth when Mojo Rawley showed up and knocked R-Truth down before pinning him to win the WWE 24/7 Championship. On his way out, however, Mojo Rawley verbally bashes Elias' musical performance from earlier in the show while trying to figure out how to make an exit. Elias responded by hitting Mojo with his guitar, allowing R-Truth to pin Mojo Rawley and retain the title. Maria Menounos counted to three prior to both title changes.

Monday, December 23, 2019

Raw Deal - Raw recap for December 23, 2019

Kevin Owens shows up to start tonight's show. Before Owens can say much of anything, Mojo Rawley shows up. Rawley demands an explanation for hitting him with a steel pipe, and Owens says he was not going to talk about that at all. Rawley tells Owens he needs a reality check, as everyone is tough with a steel pipe in their hands. He then tells Owens it will not be a merry Christmas after this, and Owens, being in a "less chat, more splat" mood, tells Rawley to get in the ring so they can get their no-disqualification match over with.

Kevin Owens beats Mojo Rawley in a no-disqualification with a pop-up powerbomb through a table. After the match, Owens says that Mojo has got him in a fighting mood and that he still has plenty of fight left, and says the least Seth Rollins and AOP (Akam and Rezar) can do is beat him up in the ring so somebody can enjoy the beating they have for him. Owens admits he is making a bad decision, then says bad decisions are part of his charm and that he is no leaving until they get in the ring and attack him. Seth Rollins and AOP are then seen backstage heading towards the ring.

Seth Rollins and AOP (Akam and Rezar) show up after the commercial break. Rollins asks AOP to stay in the ring so he can take care of things himself. Rollins then tries to reason with Owens and offers his hand, but Owens responds with a superkick. AOP then gets in the ring and overwhelms Owens. Rollins joins in on AOP's attack and goes for The Stomp, but as soon as Owens counters it with a double-leg takedown, AOP are on top of Owens again. Rollins then hits The Stomp on Owens as Owens grabs at his legs.

In footage from New York City this past weekend, R-Truth is seen looking for the "Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson" Christmas Tree. He learns from someone else that his invitation is om Japanese and that he is looking for the Rockefeller Plaza tree. Afterwards, R-Truth is put in a schoolkid pin by Akira Tozawa, who pins R-Truth to win the WWE 24/7 Championship.

It is announced that the wedding of Bobby Lashley and Lana will take place next week.

Bobby Lashley beats Cedric Alexander. During the match, Lana gets on the microphone and tells Cedric she cannot have Lashley battered and bruised when she and Lashley are making their wedding vows next week. She also proposes that this match become a Greco-Roman wrestling match (although that does not happen).

Backstage, Charly Caruso interviews Seth Rollins, who says he tried to extend an olive branch to Kevin Owens only to be kicked in the face, and asks Charly to ask Owens what he is trying to accomplish instead of him.

In footage from New York City this past weekend, Akira Tozawa sats down in front of a fountain. R-Truth and a referee are in the background, and R-Truth backs Tozawa into a man with a sandwich. R-Truth then chases after Tozawa after both men blame the other for the incident.

Drew McIntyre beats Zack Ryder. After the match, McIntyre tosses Curt Hawkins out of the ring and hits Ryder with a Future Shock DDT, then lays out Hawkins with a Claymore when Hawkins fights back. Afterwards, McIntyre says he is having fun and asks Ryder and Hawkins if they feel the same before putting himself on a pedestal while "speaking on their behalf." He then tells the fans that they have seen his definition of "fun," then says that 2020 belongs to him.

Becky Lynch shows up. Becky says she has had things on her mind, and says that since the birth of "The Man," she has learned that she does things better when she takes things into her own hands. After saying she is here to take things into her own hands, she says that she has become the face of the company and that the company is trying to protect her, but she does not care what the company wants, and she needs a match with Asuka. She says she will not take no for an answer and that she will go deep inside herself to remember who she is, then tells Asuka that she is the only woman to beat her fair and square. She then says she has come around to collect one last debt as she calls out Asuka. The Kabuki Warriors (Asuka and Kairi Sane) show up, and Asuka says she wants the WWE Raw Women's Championship. Becky tells Asuka to name the time and place.

Aleister Black quickly beats Deonn Rusman. Before the match, it is announced that Aleister will take on Buddy Murphy next week. After the match, Buddy Murphy shows up for the next match as Aleister leaves. Buddy Murphy quickly beats Joeasa while Aleister watches by getting Joeasa up like Aleister does before the Black Mass and hitting Murphy's Law. After the match, Aleister Black gets in the ring and extends his hand, and Buddy Murphy arrogantly refuses to shake his hand. When Murphy turns around, Aleister hits him with Black Mass before sitting down in front of him.

Backstage, Charly Caruso interviews Rey Mysterio. Rey says he has been looking forward to facing Seth Rollins for a long time, and that Rollins is the best on Raw. He then says this match will have an asterisk on it, as he will have to deal with AOP (Akam and Rezar) as well. He says that Rollins and AOP treat WWE as their playground and act like they can do whatever they want, and that they have made a mistake not finishing what they started, and as long as he keeps getting back up, he will walk out tonight still United States Champion.

Ricochet beats "The Premier Athlete" Tony Nese.

In footage from New York City this past weekend, Akira Tozawa hides behind Christmas trees to avoid R-Truth and the referee. Tozawa comes out of hiding, but R-Truth chases after him again.

We see a video package for NXT Superstar Chelsea Green before the next match.

Charlotte Flair beats Chelsea Green with the Figure Eight.

In footage from New York City earlier this week, a man dressed as Santa Claus asks that Akira Tozawa and R-Truth show some Christmas spirit. After Tozawa and R-Truth fist bump, "Santa" tells R-Truth that his gift is in the sleigh, "Santa" then punches Tozawa. "Santa" then pins Tozawa to win the WWE 24/7 Championship, then runs off with the title. R-Truth then proposes that he and Tozawa take down "Santa" together.

We see another vignette for Liv Morgan, who says it is up to her to decide who she is, and that she is anything but typical.

The O.C. ("The Phenomenal" AJ Styles, Luke Gallows, Karl Anderson) beat Randy Orton and The Viking Raiders (Ivar and Erik) after taking advantage of Orton's injured left knee.

In footage from New York City this past weekend, "Santa Claus" gets on a horse-drawn carriage while being chased after by R-Truth, Akira Tozawa and the referee on another carriage. This leads to "Santa Claus" getting away on foot while R-Truth and Tozawa chase him for the WWE 24/7 Championship.

Erick Rowan is seen talking to whatever is inside the cage, saying he has something to take care of.

Backstage, Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) talk about some of the events from earlier in the show, such as the announcement of Lana and Bobby Lashley's wedding and the subject of what is in Erick Rowan's cage.

Erick Rowan beats Travis Horn. During the match, Travis Horn offers Erick Rowan a candy cane. Erick Rowan takes the candy cane as Travis Horn slowly backs away from the ring, then pulls out even more in an attempt to move towards Erick Rowan's cage. Erick Rowan immediately goes on the attack on Travis Horn, which gets him the win. Erick Rowan places a candy cane in the cage after the match.

In footage from New York City earlier this week, R-Truth and Akira Tozawa finally confront "Santa Claus." R-Truth bumps Akira Tozawa out of the way to take back the WWE 24/7 Championship, then the referee leaves after getting sick and tired of running around in the cold. After "Santa" walks away by saying Tozawa and R-Truth will both get coal for Christmas, R-Truth and Tozawa decide to be friends and do stuff in New York City for the rest of the night.

Before the next match, Rusev says he has mixed emotions, and says that while he was screwed over at TLC and is upset about it, he will do something it. However, he is not upset that Lana is marrying Bobby Lashley, as Lana is the biggest punishment Lashley can have. He says that while he is single, he is not alone, as Lana will be married on Rusev Day.

Rusev beats No Way Jose. After the match, Rusev does a Spinaroonie, then dances with No Way Jose's conga line.

Backstage, Charly Caruso interviews Seth Rollins. Seth Rollins tells Charly Caruso that he is going to beat Rey Mysterio, win the WWE United States Championship and establish dominance. AOP (Akam and Rezar) then accompanies Rollins to the ring.

Rey Mysterio retains the WWE United States Championship against Seth Rollins by disqualification after AOP (Akam and Rezar) attack Rey. After the match, AOP continue to brutalize Rey Mysterio, then drag Rey up the ramp to the commentary table. Samoa Joe refuses to budge from his seat at the table, and tells AOP that if he gets up, "it's both your asses." Seth Rollins calls AOP off as Joe gets ready to fight, then reasons with Joe. As Rollins walks away, he commands AOP to "finish him." AOP wear Samoa Joe down at the command of Seth Rollins, who tells Samoa Joe it did not have to be this way. Rollins then hits The Stomp on Rey on the stage before commanding AOP to put Joe through the commentary table to end the show.