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 Mysterio heads to the ring in a neck brace to start tonight's show. General Manager Adam Pearce is also in the ring. Rey proclaims that Raw is in Mexico City, Mexico for the first time in fifteen years, and says that tonight is going to be an historical night. We then see footage from WWE's show in Santiago, Chile where Stephanie Vaquer challenged Liv Morgan for the Women's World Championship with Becky Lynch as the special guest referee, and Vaquer winning the title. Rey then introduces Vaquer to the ring. Vaquer shakes hands with Rey and Pearce, then proclaims that she has taken her title back before stating the last few years have been like a dream and that it was a joy win the title back in her home country. She also says that it is an honor to be in Mexico and state in Spanish that she is a world champion before Liv Morgan and "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio show up on the stage. Liv angrily congratulates Vaquer on being the biggest hypocrite in her entire life and celebrating with the Women's World Championship, stating that Vaquer only won because Becky Lynch screwed her. Liv says that is okay, because with or without the title, she is still the best Women's World Champion of all time. She also says that Rey has hit an all-time low "hanging out with this puta." Dominik says the only thing he sees is a deadbeat and a cheater and that Liv Morgan is what a real champion looks like, but Rey reminds Dominik that he lost the AAA Mega Championship to El Grande Americano. We see footage of El Grande Americano winning the AAA Mega Championship at Night Two of TripleMania, then Dominik challenges Rey and Vaquer to a tag team match, saying Rey was clear enough to screw him out of the title over Pearce's protests. El Grande Americano suddenly shows up and takes Rey's place in the match, then Pearce says that the match is official before calling for a referee.
El Grande Americano and Stephanie Vaquer vs. The Judgment Day ("Dirty" Dominik Mysterio and Liv Morgan) ends in a no-contest when JD McDonagh, Raquel Rodriguez and Roxanne Perez get involved in the match. After the match, all five members of The Judgment Day attack Rey Mysterio, El Grande Americano and Stephanie Vaquer before standing tall in the center of the ring.
We are introduced to the Spanish announce team of Marcelo Rodriguez and Jerry Soto.
Backstage, Dragon Lee meets with Penta before their matches.
Je'Von Evans beats Big Cass and Austin Theory in a men's Triple Threat Money in the Bank qualifier.
Backstage, The Usos (Jimmy and "Main Event" Jey Uso) are focused on getting back at Royce Keys and OTM (Bronco Nima and Lucien Price) - now known as 946 - when Jacob Fatu tells them that Roman Reigns is defending his title tonight and that he knows they will pick them off one by one to get to Reigns. Jacob Fatu says they need to stick together.
Chad Gable retains the WWE Intercontinental Championship against Dragon Lee by submission with the ankle lock.
We hear from Bayley, who talks about Lyra Valkyrie made her pass out in a pool of blood and tried to ensure she could not return, and that what bothers her is not Lyra turning on her, but using what she has done against her. Bayley says she chose this path so that women like Lyra could make a difference in WWE, but she has realized that Lyra is like everyone else: selfish. Bayley says that she will get in Lyra's way before Lyra gets in her own way, and says that this is the last time someone uses her feelings against her as she shows why she is the standard of women's wrestling.
Mexican singer-songwriter Oscar Myadon and One Piece actor Inaki Godoy are in the crowd.
The Mexico City, Mexico three-day attendance total is 49,017.
Lola Vice beats Raquel Rodriguez and Kelani Jordan in a women's Triple Threat Money in the Bank Qualifier.
Backstage, we hear from 946 (Royce Keys, Bronco Nima, Lucien Price). Lucien Price tells The Usos (Jimmy and "Main Event" Jey Uso) not to write checks that their mouths can't cash, then Royce Keys makes it clear that they will pick off The Usos and Jacob Fatu one by one before wishing Roman Reigns luck tonight.
We get a sneak peak at the music video for "Give Joe Hendry Every Single Belt (Right Now)" by Joe Hendry.
Backstage, Becky Lynch meets with Stephanie Vaquer outside of the arena, wanting the first shot at the Women's World Championship.
Roman Reigns retains the World Heavyweight Championship against Penta.
We see a video package that kicks off Raw's Netflix debut. We then see WWE Chief Content Officer Paul "Triple H" Levesque, who then welcomes us to tonight's show and "The Netflix Era."
The Rock appears to start tonight's show. He talks about how he traveled with his father a long time ago and how the only way to watch was to buy a ticket or watch on Saturday morning, then says that while you can still buy a ticket, it is a whole different story today. The Rock then announces that tonight's event is the biggest gate in WWE history, then acknowledges some Netflix executives before acknowledging "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes for carrying WWE on his back for the past year. Cody is seen in the crowd. The Rock then tells Cody to tell his mother that he said hello before also giving a shout-out to Roman Reigns, acknowledging him as the original Tribal Chief and proclaiming that he and the world will be watching the Tribal Combat match. He then tells the fans that he loves them before getting the show on the road.
Roman Reigns beats Solo Sikoa following interference from Tama Tonga, Jacob Fatu, Sami Zayn, Jimmy Uso, Kevin Owens and "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes to win in Tribal Combat and become Tribal Chief again. After the match, The Rock shows up and heads to the ring to personally award the ula fala to Roman Reigns. Both men then shake hands and hug in a show of respect.
We see a brief vignette for Penta el Zero Miedo.
Royal Rumble 2026 is announced to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
We see WWE Superstars in the skybox. Garbiel "Fluffy" Iglesias, Ashton Kutcher, Michael Che, Rey Mysterio, LA Knight, The War Raiders and Wale are seen in the crowd.
John Cena heads to the ring. Cena says this is the first time that Raw has transmitted simultaneously around the world, and it is all because of the fans. He says that the fans are smart because their audience just got a whole look bigger, and that their energy is being sent and seen all over the world, then thanks Netflix for finally allowing the world to see the Monday Night Raw experience. Cena then addresses his farewell tour, stating that he could not pick a finer place to start than Los Angeles and talks about his early years in pro wrestling in the city and how he has won championships in this city before humbly standing in the city one more time to say "Thank you." Cena brings up the names of people he could potentially face before addressing when he could become world champion one more time, saying he does not see that happening, saying he has not won a match in the last few years. He says that a seventeenth world championship is never going to happen, as it would take a miracle and he has a better chance of winning an Oscar. Cena says he cannot just waltz into the main event and that he would have to do something like win the Royal Rumble. He then thinks that maybe he could win the Royal Rumble and while it is a longshot, he should at least play and hopefully make history at WrestleMania. Cena says that while it sounds impossible, nothing is impossible in WWE. Cena then says that he is not just going to the Royal Rumble, but that he will win it.
We see a vignette for Logan Paul, who is shown in the crowd.
Seth Green, Macaulay Culkin, O'Shea Jackson Jr., Danielle Fishel, Naomi, Bianca Belair, X-Pac, and Shinsuke Nakamura are seen in the crowd.
Rhea Ripley beats Liv Morgan to become the Women's World Champion for a second time after blocking Ob-Liv-Ion and hitting Liv with two Riptides. After the match, "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio opens his arms to Rhea Ripley as if to want her back, and Rhea Ripley responds by kicking him in the groin and giving him a Riptide. Afterwards, The Undertaker shows up in his American Badass gimmick, complete with motorcycle, and rides around the ring before celebrating with Rhea Ripley.
Backstage, Bayley meets with General Manager Adam Pearce. Bayley leaves, then Pearce is met by American Made. Chad Gable says it is time to check off the rest of his 2025 bucket list, win singles gold, and prove he has no problems with luchadores and asks for the best luchador he can face. Priest says he has the perfect opponent for Gable.
We see footage of The Rock backstage at tonight's show. Before The Rock leaves, he says that he will be live at NXT.
Bill Simmons, Vanessa Hudgens, Michelle McCool, Iyo Sky, Dakota Kai, Lyra Valkyria and various Netflix executives are seen in the crowd.
Travis Scott is seen in the crowd before the next match, and he accompanies "Main Event" Jey Uso to the ring.
"Main Event" Jey Uso beats Drew McIntyre with a schoolkid pin after ducking a Claymore Kick.
We hear from Gunther, who says that it is a new era for everyone else, but not for him. He says that setbacks mean nothing to him and that he is still where everyone's hopes, dreams and ambitions go to die. He says he is the light at the end of everyone's tunnel because he has what everyone wants: the World Heavyweight Championship.
Backstage, Cathy Kelley interviews Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias, who plugs his upcoming Netflix special before The New Day shows up. Kofi says Cathy should be interviewing them instead of "this fluffy buffoon," then Alpha Academy shows up and leaves with Fluffy, who says that The New Day sucks. Meanwhile, Paul Heyman talks with Roman Reigns and how they need a platform from which the whole world can acknowledge Roman. Roman says that January 27th will be that day, and as they go through a door, the WWE 2K25 logo is seen on the door.
Tiffany Haddison, Stephen Amell, Bron Breakker, Tiffany Stratton and Nikki Bella are seen in the crowd.
Hulk Hogan and Jimmy Hart show up. Hogan says he has been in the business for over 40 years and that the greatest part of his life was being part of WWE. He says he has had all sorts of tag team partners over the years, then calls his fans the best one for being with him through thick and thin. He plugs his Real American Beer brand while mentioning the people he has teamed with before calling WWE and Netflix the greatest tag team of all time. As this goes on, Hulk Hogan gets booed out of the building.
Stephanie McMahon is seen in the crowd before the next match.
CM Punk beats Seth "Freakin'" Rollins in a match that sees both men hit each other with the others' finishers before Punk hits the GTS for the win.
Bray Wyatt heads to the ring to start tonight's show. Bray introduces himself to everyone and says that deep down, he does not think of himself as a good person even though he tries hard to be one, and when he looks back at the horrible things he has done to get here, he does not regret much. He then says that he did something that he regretted last week - attacking a cameraman in cold blood when he did not deserve it - but when he tries to apologize to the cameraman, L.A. Knight shows up. Knight says that Bray cannot keep his composure or even finish a sentence and that he attacked a cameraman. He says that Bray is "the responsible party" and that it is time to cash the check. L.A. Knight then says that Bray Wyatt used to be something and that he used to a force, but all he has proven is that he is "a broken down loser." He then says he has the medicine, and at Royal Rumble, he will put him out of his misery. Bray calls Knight "a little idiot" and asks him who he thinks he is talking to, then says he has been patient and knew that he could have ended this whenever he wanted. He then says it is time to remind everyone and him how cruel he can be when he feels like it. Bray Wyatt then accepts L.A. Knight's challenge. Afterwards, Uncle Howdy approaches the ring and takes off his hat, then enters the ring. He looks at L.A. Knight, then at Bray, then stands besides Bray. Uncle Howdy then hits Bray Wyatt with Sister Abigail, and L.A. Knight is left wondering what is going on. Howdy then leaves the ring, puts his hat back on, and walks away.
Backstage, Sami Zayn meets with Paul Heyman. Heyman says he and Roman Reigns have been talking about Sami's statement of loyalty as well as his words towards John Cena and Kevin Owens, and says that Roman is proud of him. After addressing that Roman has also mentioned the crowd cheering for Sami - and cautions Sami not to let the fans chant his name - Heyman then tells him that one stays three steps ahead at all times on the island of relevancy, then allows him to see Roman.
Solo Sikoa beats Sheamus after Jey Uso distracts the referee so that Jimmy Uso can pull Solo Sikoa to safety out of the Texas Cloverleaf before he and Jey brawl with Ridge Holland and Butch. Before the match begins, Don West's death is acknowledged on WWE programming by Michael Cole. After the match, The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) and Solo Sikoa attack Sheamus, then Solo grabs a chair and wraps it around Sheamus' head. As he goes for the hip attack in the corner, Drew McIntyre shows up. McIntyre fends off Solo Sikoa and hits Jimmy Uso with the Claymore, then Jey pulls Jimmy to safety.
"Rowdy" Ronda Rousey retains the WWE SmackDown Women's Championship against Raquel Rodriguez following an arm bar from the middle rope after Baszler helds Ronda get a rope break. After the match, Charlotte Flair suddenly shows up for the first time in months. Ronda Rousey mocks Charlotte as she asks if she is challenging for Royal Rumble, but Charlotte says she is challenging her tonight. Ronda draps the title on the mat and tells Charlotte that she is lucky because she is feeling spicy, despite the protests from Baszler. This starts another championship match which ends in Charlotte countering the arm bar with a pinfall attempt to become WWE SmackDown Women's Champion and a 14-time women's champion in WWE.
Backstage, Sami Zayn and Roman Reigns talk about their holiday, then talk about their match before Sami asks Roman if the chants for him bother him. Roman says he is not bothered, and both he and Sami agree tonight will be a great night.
We see footage of Dominik Mysterio and Rhea Ripley showing up at Rey Mysterio's parents house on Christmas only for Dominik to get arrested.
Backstage, everyone makes light of Top Dolla's botched dive over the top rope from last week. When Ricochet says that Top Dolla has learned that it is not as easy as he makes it, Top Dolla shoves Ricochet with authority.
It is announced that Bray Wyatt vs. L.A. Knight will be in the "MTN DEW Pitch Black" Match at Royal Rumble.
Imperium (Gunther, Ludwig Kaiser, Giovanni Vinci) head to the ring. After the commercial break, Kaiser says that 2022 was the year of The Ring General, and Vinci says Gunther has become the most dominant Intercontinental Champion in history and that nobody will take the title away from him. We then see a video package of all the challengers that Gunther has turned away, then Braun Strowman shows up. Strowman mentions that Gunther did not put him in his video and says that he did not beat him, and says that while there may not be a man who can beat him, but he is a monster. Imperium brush him off, then Strowman says that he is telling him he is taking him on for the title and not asking him for turning Gunther around and fending off all of Imperium. As Strowman charges through everyone on the outside, Gunther sidesteps Strowman, sending him through the timekeeper's area barricade so he can hit him with a chair. Gunther then proceeds to punish Strowman in the ring, and officials have to run into the ring to stop Gunther. Ricochet then runs into the ring with a chair to make the save for Strowman (with the chair glancing off Gunther in the process).
Kevin Owens and John Cena beat Roman Reigns and Sami Zayn.
This week on The SmackDown LowDown: Drew McIntyre! Tegan Nox! Ricochet! During Tegan Nox's interview, Xia Li shows up and tells Tegan Nox she can beat her anytime, anywhere.
The show begins with The Miz and Logan Paul brawling in the ring. Multiple officials run in to stop the brawl.
Roman Reigns, Paul Heyman and The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) head to the ring. Roman tells Heyman that he does not feel like talking anymore, then Heyman takes the microphone and welcomes everyone to the island of relevancy and tonight's show, and states that this Sunday marks 700 days as Universal Champion for Roman Reigns. He then says that Brock Lesnar likes to "piss on everyone's parade," saying that Lesnar ruined The Undertaker's WrestleMania streak and burst John Cena's bubble and now looks to "ruin the party for Roman Reigns." Heyman says that Roman takes this personally and that he is tired of his legacy and Brock's legacy being intertwined, then says that nobody will have to think of Lesnar when they think of Roman because Roman will exercise the demon of Lesnar out of his legacy. He says that he, Roman and The Usos are tired of Brock Lesnar and that it is time for Lesnar to head back to Saskatchewan and slaughter some hogs, and because of Lesnar, Roman has nothing to say tonight. Heyman also says that after SummerSlam, Brock Lesnar will not be able to stand at all. Suddenly, Austin Theory shows up. Theory says The Bloodline (Roman Reigns, Jimmy Uso, Jey Uso) talk a lot but forget that he is coming for the undisputed WWE Championship, then Roman asks Theory if he is going to stop just short of the ring before telling him to get in the ring and acknowledge him. Theory gets in the ring, then Roman and Heyman agree that they like Theory and what he is trying to do before Roman says Theory has no idea what he is doing with the Money In The Bank briefcase and that he needs a wise man. Roman tells Theory to look around and analyze the situation because "[his] daddy isn't here anymore" and this is his ring. This starts "Daddy's gone" and "Who's your daddy?" chants, and Roman tells Theory "I run the Garden now." As everyone leaves, Jey Uso smacks Austin Theory in the back of the head. Theory hits Jey Uso with the briefcase, and Roman holds Jey back before The Bloodline ultimately leave.
Austin Theory is back in the ring. He does not get to say much before Drew McIntyre suddenly shows up.
Drew McIntyre beats Austin Theory by disqualification after McIntyre is attacked by The Brawling Brutes (Sheamus, Ridge Holland, Butch). After the match, Austin Theory joins in on The Brawling Brutes' attack, then Bobby Lashley runs in and helps McIntyre clear the ring. Both McIntyre and Theory stare each other down, but when Theory goes for a cheap shot, McIntyre and Theory chase him away.
Drew McIntyre and Bobby Lashley beat Austin Theory and Sheamus with a Hurt Lock from Lashley to Theory after Theory is distracted by the sudden appearance of Dolph Ziggler. After the match, The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) superkick Theory on the stage, then Roman Reigns and Paul Heyman return. Roman then places the Money In The Bank briefcase on top of Theory while another "Who's your daddy?" chant erupts.
We see a video package of Rey Mysterio's 20-year history in WWE.
In backstage footage from earlier today, Rey and Dominik Mysterio arrive with Aliyah and Rey's wife Angie.
We see yet another weird vignette.
Backstage, Kevin Patrick interviews Dolph Ziggler. Ziggler says that Austin Theory needs to be taught a lesson, saying that Theory is a hell of an athlete and can do it all. "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles shows up to agree with Ziggler, then Alpha Academy (Chad Gable and Otis) shows up and Gable says that Styles is jealous of Theory. He says that jealousy is a disease, and that the cure is Alpha Academy beating it out of Dolph Ziggler and AJ Styles. Styles and Ziggler accept Alpha Academy's challenge.
Rey and Dominik Mysterio head to the ring. Rey talks about his first match in Tijuana at the age of 14 and that he never thought he would perform in WWE, travel the world, make money and create legendary rivalries for everyone to enjoy. He says that guys his size were not part of the business, but he broke that stereotype and the blueprint of what a superstar should look like, and as a smaller guy and a proud Latino, he became world champion at WrestleMania 22. Rey also says that he also made a lot of friends along the way that he wants to thank, such as Dean Malenko, Konnan, Batista, Kurt Angle, Edge, and especially Eddie Guerrero. He says that he loves Eddie and misses him everyday, then says he would not be here without him and that he knows Eddie is watching over him. Rey then says he stands before the fans humbled by and thankful to the fans for the support over the years. He also says that to celebrate with his family means that much more, then thanks his daughter Aliyah and his wife Angie for always being there. He also says he is proud of his son Dominik and the man he has become. Rey also says that one day, when he is no longer here, Dominik will be representing the Mysterio family to the fullest, then thanks the fans for rolling with the Mysterios and for rolling with him twenty of the best years. Rey also thanks all of the fans in the arena tonight, as he could have been in any place in the world, but he is here in Madison Square Garden tonight. He also thanks the Latin community for their support over the years in Spanish, then Dominik alerts Rey to the presence of Finn Balor in the crowd. Damian Priest also comes out of the crowd, and he and Finn Balor surround the ring.
Rey and Dominik Mysterio beat The Judgment Day (Finn Balor and Damian Priest). During the match, Damian Priest hands a chair to Finn Balor and distracts the referee. Finn Balor tosses the chair to Rey, then feigns being hit by the chair. Dominik then distracts the referee before the ref can turn around, then Rey hits Finn with the chair and then feigns being hit. Before a disqualification can be declared, Rey sets both Finn and Priest up for a double 619. Rey then drops the dime on Finn for the win.
We see footage of "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes winning an ESPY Award for Best WWE Moment.
Backstage, Rey and Dominik show up for a party in Rey's honor in Rey's dressing room. Aliyah gifts Rey with his gear from Halloween Havoc 1997. Suddenly, Rhea Ripley shows up, and Aliyah confronts Rhea only to get shoved and Rhea to grab Dominik out of the room. Rey goes after Rhea and falls into a trap where Finn Balor and Damian Priest beat Rey up before Priest powerbombs Rey through a table.
Bianca Belair heads to the ring. Before Bianca can even say a word, Becky Lynch also arrives. Bianca quickly interrupts Becky and reminds Becky exactly who she is, and as she continues to comically interrupt her, Becky takes offense to the interruptions and strikes Bianca. This starts a brawl. Becky pulls Bianca out of the ring by her braid, then the two of them tumble over the announce table and continue to go at it until officials stop them.
Backstage, Sarah Schreiber interviews Alexa Bliss. Alexa says Doudrop keeps demanding matches, but she does not understand her and Nikki A.S.H.'s dynamic and wonders why they are friends. After stating that she and Lilly are independent of each other to the point that Lilly makes her own money and is the #1 seller on WWEShop.com, she then says that regardless of who wins at SummerSlam, she is reclaiming her place on top of the women's division.
Backstage, Finn Balor and Damian Priest show up as Adam Pearce, Dominik Mysterio and the medical team check on Rey Mysterio, which proves to be a distraction that allows Rhea Ripley to superkick Rey in the jaw.
Alexa Bliss beats Doudrop after countering with a DDT despite being shoved off the top rope by Nikki A.S.H.
Backstage, "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles talks with Logan Paul and is impressed with what he did to The Miz, then tells him that he has his back and to shut The Miz's mouth at SummerSlam.
It's time for Impaulsive TV with Logan Paul. Logan Paul calls out The Miz so they can finish what they started, but instead of getting The Miz, he gets Maryse. Maryse shows up and chews Logan out for disrespecting The Miz and mentioning their kids, then has a problem saying "genitalia" before settling for "package" on the subject of the size on The Miz's balls, which leads to a "tiny balls" chant. She also says that Miz has average-sized testicles, which leads Logan Paul to ask who measures their testicles. Miz shows up and says "I do, and so does every single man in this arena." Miz tells Logan that he gave him everything and that if it were not for him, Logan would have had nothing. He says Logan owes everything in WWE to him, then says he did not teach him everything and that he is getting the real Miz. Logan tells Miz to shut up and that all Miz does is talk, then makes fun of Miz's testicle size only to be slapped by Maryse, whom Logan says has "bigger balls than her husband." Logan is suddenly attacked from behind by Tommaso Ciampa, but Logan sees him coming and fends off both him and Miz. The numbers game soon takes over, and Miz hits Logan with a Skull Crushing Finale.
Backstage, Kevin Patrick interviews The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford), The Usos and special guest referee Jeff Jarrett. Montez Ford says that The Usos will get a preview of SummerSlam tonight, but Jimmy Uso says The Usos will body them tonight. Jarrett gets between them and says that if anyone gets out of line, he will remember it come SummerSlam, and warns them to keep the peace. As The Street Profits and The Usos spout out catchphrases, Jarrett gets between them a second time.
Before the next match, Chad Gable mocks the New York City fans and says that New York City will collapse into the ocean due to its "human garbage," then says "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles and Dolph Ziggler will be a bigger embarrassment of a team than the New York Yankees. He then tells them to step aside for a real tag team.
"The Phenomenal" AJ Styles and Dolph Ziggler beat Alpha Academy (Chad Gable and Otis). After the match, Styles and Ziggler narrowly avoid a post-match attack from Alpha Academy.
Roman Reigns and The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) beat Matt Riddle and The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford). After the match, Seth "Freakin'" Rollins shows up, gets in the ring and attacks Matt Riddle before hitting him with the ring steps followed by The Stomp on the outside. Rollins then lays Riddle on the steps and hits The Stomp again, this time into the steps.
This week on Raw Talk: The Judgment Day (Finn Balor, Damien Priest, Rhea Ripley)! Tommaso Ciampa, The Miz and Maryse! Bobby Lashley!
Vince McMahon heads to the ring to start tonight's show. He says is privileged to stand in front of the fans and in Minnesota, then mentions WWE's intro slogan of "Then, now, forever, together" before welcoming everyone to tonight's show.
Matt Riddle heads to the ring. Riddle says that before he kicks Roman Reigns' head off and takes the WWE Undisputed Championship, he wants to take a walk down memory lane. We see a video package of the events leading up to Riddle vs. Roman for the undisputed title later tonight. He says that his family and friends - and Randy Orton - are all watching from home, then says that he knows Randy is having a big operation later on and wishes him good luck, then ponders the possibility of what would happen if something goes wrong. Riddle then says that he loves and misses Orton before mentioning Orton's achievements, including setting The Undertaker on fire, and says that Orton sacrificed everything to entertain the fans before thanking Orton. He then says that tonight, he challenges Roman Reigns for the WWE Undisputed Championship and that he is dedicating the match to Orton before having Randy Orton's theme play.
Madcap Moss beats Happy Corbin in a Last Laugh Match with two Punchlines. After the match, Madcap Moss actually gets the last laugh on Happy Corbin.
Backstage, we hear from The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford). Montez Ford says Happy Corbin isn't so happy after all, then Angelo Dawkins mentions tonight's main event of Matt Riddle and Roman Reigns and that he puts "Bros before Ro's." After this, The Street Profits challenge The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) for undisputed tag team gold at Money In The Bank, with Dawkins saying "We want our babies back."
Happy Corbin - still at ringside - says that he and Pat McAfee have been friends for a long time before referring to the "Bum-Ass Corbin" jokes and criticizing him repeatedly, then warns him to watch his mouth before he drags him into the ring and makes him wish he was dead. Pat McAfee grabs a microphone and leads the fans into laughing Corbin out of the building. When The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods) show up for the next match, they also laugh at Corbin on his way out.
We look back at Hulk Hogan and Edge winning the WWE Tag Team Championships from Billy and Chuck on the July 4, 2002 edition of SmackDown.
Backstage, Megan Morant interviews Natalya. Natalya says that she will beat respect into "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey and that if last week does not prove that Ronda is in danger and that the Sharpshooter is the superior hold, she does not know what will. After mocking the fact that Ronda is not here, she says that while Ronda may have had success with the arm bar, she has broken bones and tendons with the Sharpshooter, then says she has made history and is about to be the first woman to make Ronda tap out. She also says that she will become a two-time SmackDown Women's Champion.
The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods) beat Jinder Mahal and Shanky after Woods plays his trombone, causing Shanky to dance and Kofi to hit Shanky with Trouble In Paradise. After the match, Shanky tries to get Jinder to dance with him, but Jinder is not having it.
We see a vignette for The Viking Raiders (Ivar and Erik), who debut on SmackDown next week.
Drew McIntyre heads to the ring. After the commercial break, WWE official Adam Pearce is in the ring with him. Sheamus heads to the ring alone after telling Ridge Holland to hold Butch back. Pearce mentions that both Sheamus and McIntyre failed to qualify for the Money In The Bank Ladder Match, yet both demanded inclusion into the match, and as Pearce mentions statistics, McIntyre says there is a 100% chance of him kicking ass tonight. Sheamus saying McIntyre being in the match would be a mistake, as McIntyre has been cashed in on while he has won the briefcase and cashed it in, and that McIntyre will fail. Pearce then says that a decision has made, and when he tells Sheamus that he is in, Sheamus takes the microphone and makes fun of McIntyre only for McIntyre to beat him up. Pearce then stops McIntyre to tell him he is in the match, too. An angry Sheamus rushes back into the ring only to eat a Claymore Kick.
Backstage, Sami Zayn is about to knock on Roman Reigns' locker room door when Kayla Braxton interviews him. Sami Zayn says that he is "an honorary Uce" and that everything is fine before heading to the bathroom.
Lacey Evans guests on commentary for the next match.
Raquel Rodriguez beats "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler to qualify for the women's Money In The Bank Ladder Match.
Shinsuke Nakamura wishes Matt Riddle luck backstage.
Backstage, Max Dupri tells WWE official Adam Pearce that he will not bring out his male models until he provides top-of-the-line lighting.
Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews Gunther and Ludwig Kaiser. Kaiser says that the Intercontinental Championship has a rich history and was made for Gunther, but it was also besmirched by Ricochet and those who represent everything wrong with America. He says that American wrestlers are all flash and no substance, and that the title will also not be held by an American again, but also stay in Gunther's iron grip. Gunther says he is the new Intercontinental Champion.
Roman Reigns retains the WWE Undisputed Championship against Matt Riddle. As per pre-match stipulation, Matt Riddle cannot challenge Roman Reigns again. After the match, Roman Reigns says there is no one left and that he said two years ago that he was here to wreck everyone and leave. He then says that he has wrecked Riddle and he is leaving. Roman then tells the Minneapolis, Minnesota crowd to acknowledge him.Before Roman Reigns, Paul Heyman and The Usos can leave, however, Brock Lesnar suddenly returns and has a staredown with Roman Reigns in the middle of the ring before attempting to shake his hand. Roman goes to shake his hand only for Lesnar to hit him with the F5. The Usos rush the ring, but they both receive an F5.
WWE official Sonya Deville is in the ring with Natalya, Shotzi, Shayna Baszler and Aliyah to start tonight's show. Shotzi, Natalya, Baszler and Aliyah are announced as the first four members of SmackDown's women's Survivor Series team. The captain of the team is then introduced, and the team captain is Sasha Banks, who heads to the ring. This leads to a confrontation between Sasha and Shotzi, which stops when Naomi shows up and confronts Sonya before attacking Baszler. All six Superstars brawl both in and out of the ring.
Sasha Banks, Naomi and Aliyah beat Natalya, Shotzi and "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler after Naomi stops Natalya from grabbing the ropes during the Sharpshooter, allowing Aliyah to roll Natalya up for the win.
Backstage, Sami Zayn says he will do everything in his power as team captain to ensure victory at Survivor Series. We then find out he is talking to a mirror, and that Jeff Hardy is watching. Sami Zayn notices Jeff Hardy is watching, and when Sami Zayn asks for his opinion, Jeff Hardy tells him "it sucked."
Backstage, Megan Morant interviews Aliyah when WWE official Sonya Deville shows up and asks how long she has known Naomi, then congratulates her on her debut win before telling her she is no longer on the SmackDown women's Survivor Series team.
Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews Roman Reigns, who has Paul Heyman take his place in the interview. Heyman says he has been authorized by Roman to up the ante against King Woods, who he says will acknowledge Roman as his tribal chief. He also says that if Woods were to win, Roman will take the knee tonight. Heyman then says that if Roman violates this stipulation, he can be stripped of the Universal title and banished from SmackDown. Heyman also states that since tonight's show is in the state of Virginia, this is essentially a legal and binding contract.
Backstage, Happy Corbin asks Madcap Moss if he has another Viking joke. Madcap Moss says a Viking made out of carbohydrates is called "Erik the Bread."
Los Lotharios (Humberto Carrilo and Angel Garza) beat Shinsuke Nakamura and Rick Boogs.
Backstage, WWE officials Adam Pearce and Sonya Deville are backstage with Von Wagner. Sonya leaves, then Sami Zayn says he has some concerns about the men's Survivor Series team, and demands Jeff Hardy be removed from the team. Pearce makes a match between Sami Zayn and Jeff Hardy, with the loser being removed from the team. Sami tries to talk his way out of it, but Pearce says the match is official.
Charlotte Flair heads to the ring. Charlotte says her Survivor Series opponent Becky Lynch has gone through several identities and asks who Becky is, saying there is nothing natural about her and that she is "a fabricated champion." She says that she has had her moment because of her, and that she should be called "Becky Uh-Oh." She also says that she can not only beat Becky, but any opponent, because when somebody faces her, they becomes a star. Charlotte says she should be called "The Star Maker." Suddenly, Toni Storm shows up. Toni Storm says that it is generous of Charlotte to provide title opportunites, she does not do any of them, and that unlike Becky Lynch, who has defended her title on Raw, Charlotte cannot says she has defended the SmackDown Women's Championship. Toni challenges her for the championship tonight. Charlotte says "Absolutely not" and leaves.
Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews King Woods. Woods finds it preposterous that Roman thinks he will bend the knee and acknowledge him, and admits that while The New Day has had a rough week, Roman will bend the knee because he will plant his flag in the island of relevancy.
Backstage, Aliyah is on the phone when Mustafa Ali shows up. Before he can plant seeds of negativity, Ricochet shows up and tells her to keep her head up and keep moving forward. Aliyah leaves with Ricochet, much to Mustafa Ali's displeasure.
Jeff Hardy beats Sami Zayn after Sami Zayn gets caught putting his feet on the ropes for leverage during a schoolkid pin. As per pre-match stipulation, Sami Zayn is off the SmackDown men's Survivor Series team.
In footage from earlier today, we hear from Hit Row (Isaiah "Swerve" Scott, Ashante "Thee" Adonis, Top Dolla). The three of them freestyle that they will be the next big thing. Meanwhile, Jinder Mahal has Shanky rap in his native language, and Jinder does a rap as well.
We see another vignette for Xia Li, who is coming to SmackDown soon.
Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews Ridge Holland. Ridge Holland says he spoke from the heart last week about Sheamus, who he calls his idol. He says that he would leave the streets until he saw Sheamus do what he did, fight like he fought and make a living. He says that Sheamus showed him the way and that he is proud to follow in his footsteps. Cesaro shows up and says he has known Sheamus for a long time, and tells him to be careful what he wishes for due to Sheamus' mood as of late. Ridge says that he will replace Cesaro and that he and Sheamus will be greater than The Bar ever was, and if Cesaro does not like it, he can take it up with Sheamus next week.
King Woods beats Roman Reigns by disqualification after The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) attack Woods. After the match, The Usos attack Woods with the ring steps, then Roman takes the knee as The Usos place Woods' crown on Roman's head.
This week on Talking Smack: Jeff Hardy! Aliyah! Los Lotharios (Humberto Garcia and Angel Garza)!
Becky Lynch heads to the ring to start tonight's show. After a video package replaying what happened last week at Bianca Belair's homecoming, Becky says she has made something of herself in the last year much like how Belair has made something of herself the entire life, yet nobody threw her a party. Becky then says that is okay and that she went to Bianca's homecoming to shake her hand, but Bianca wanted to assert her dominance. She says greatness is made in the mind, not in the body, and said she had no other choice but to embarrass Bianca. Becky says she is "the better man" and that she wanted to give Bianca time to recalibrate after her title shot, but Bianca had to goad her. Suddenly, Bianca Belair shows up. Bianca tells Becky to keep her family out of her mouth, then admits that Becky embarrassed her at SummerSlam and last week before saying it will not happen again next week. Becky says Bianca was not ready for her and that "the EST" is just a catchphrase. Bianca tells Becky that she proved she was "the EST" by lifting her up like it was nothing and accomplishing what Becky did in a quarter of the time while winning an ESPY Award. Becky says Bianca is only succeeding because she showed the world how to be great first, but Bianca says their Extreme Rules match will not end in 26 seconds before proclaiming she will become SmackDown Women's Champion once again. Bianca then offers to shake Becky's hand, but Becky slaps her in the face. Bianca responds by fighting back and reversing the Manhandle Slam with a K.O.D.
Toni Storm is seen rocking out with Rick Boogs and King Nakamura backstage.
King Nakamura retains the WWE Intercontinental Championship after Rick Boogs suplexes Commander Azeez.
Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews Montez Ford. Montez Ford says he has a lot of feelings about this Sunday, and that he and Angelo Dawkins will take back the SmackDown Tag Team Champions again. He says that Angelo Dawkins has business with a friend to attend to and that he will be back on Sunday. Montez Ford goes on to say that Roman Reigns treats The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) like "his bloodline bitches," and that this Sunday, the chips are down and The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) want the smoke.
Backstage, Paul Heyman and Roman Reigns have been watching. Roman Reigns is wondernig what Montez Ford said, then Heyman brings up the "bloodline bitches" line. Roman wants a match with Montez Ford tonight.
Backstage, WWE officials Sonya Deville and Adam Pearce are met by Paul Heyman, who proposes Roman Reigns vs. Montez Ford. Pearce says he and Deville can make it happen.
Backstage, we hear from Seth Rollins, who says that while he is a patient made, it has been a week since he made an ultimatum to Edge and has gotten no response. He then says that this is okay, for the sound of Edge's silence is defeaning and reveals the truth that Edge is hurt badly and cannot admit that he is the reason that he cannot compete in a WWE ring ever again. He says that while he likes this, that is not good enough, and he is not waiting for an answer anymore. He says that Edge will show up next week, look him in the eye and tell the world that he is not "Edge Light" and superior to him in every way. He also says that Edge will admit that he ended his career. Rollins says that he will not be made a liar of and that he will find Edge where he sleeps and beat the words out of him in front of his family. He says that the choice is Edge's and that he knows he will make the right one.
Carmella guests on commentary for the next match.
Zelina Vega beats Liv Morgan after Carmella distracts Liv Morgan and Zelina kicks Liv in the head as Liv grabs Carmella from inside the ring.
In a WWE Digitial Exclusive from earlier today, Happy Corbin goes shopping for custom suits as he announces the premiere of his new segment called "Happy Talk."
It's time for Happy Talk. Happy Corbin says his show will not be like "The Kevin Owens Show" where people are broken down and made sad, and that his show is about happiness and joy and putting smiles on people's faces. Corbin brings out his first guest, who he says embodies happiness: himself. Corbin calls himself the happiest person in the world following a wonderful dinner from a chef who knew him from last night and from being rich, in a custom suit and coming to the show in a private jet. Corbin then says that Kevin Owens is one of the toughest people on the WWE roster, yet he beat him with ease, and that it brings him joy to be that powerful. Suddenly, Owens shows up. As Owens approaches the ring, a man in all black attacks Owens, but Owens fights back. The man in black is none other than Riddick Moss, and he and Happy Corbin gang up on Owens and slam him on some ring steps.
Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews Montez Ford, who says that he does not regret calling The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) "bloodline bitches" and that the truth will set one free. He says he is tired of people walking on eggshells around Roman Reigns and that he cannot wait to beat Roman.
It is announced that Edge has announced via Twitter that he will be on SmackDown next week.
Nikki A.S.H. beats Natalya with an inside cradle after Rhea Ripley stops Tamina from entering the ring. After the match, Shotzi and Nox show up on Shotzi's tank, and Shotzi shoots a missile out of the cannon.
Backstage, Dominik Mysterio talks with Rey Mysterio, saying that Rey is suffocating him and not letting him fly on his own. Rey says that Dominik is not thinking straight and giving him space. After Rey leaves, Sami Zayn shows up and tells Dominik that there is no shame in losing to him and that he is getting better in the ring, then says that while Rey means well, he should listen to Rey less and his instincts more.
Naomi heads to the ring. Naomi says she is here to compete, but WWE official Sonya Deville refuses to put her in a match. After saying she has been fined, disrespected and ignored, she demands a match right now. Deville shows up and says she makes the matches, not her. Naomi tells her to make the match, and after Sonya says she could smack the glow out of her but cannot due to being her boss and no longer a competitor. Naomi starts a "Make the match" chant, but Sonya cuts her mic and sends out security. Sonya Deville tells Naomi to "Tiktok dance her way into obscurity" while she builds the future as security escorts her to the back.
As The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) head to the ring with Paul Heyman and Roman Reigns, they have a staredown with Alpha Academy (Chad Gable and Otis).
Backstage, Becky Lynch says Bianca Belair had every opportunity to back out but kept pushing her. She says that Bianca Belair is "the dumb-EST" and that while life has changed, the ring has not, and she will not only beat Bianca, she will break her.
Roman Reigns beats Montez Ford with a guillotine choke. After the match, Paul Heyman says the guillotine choke was not enough for Montez Ford's sins, and says that Roman Reigns will show what it is like when he gets extreme. The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) then show up, and Roman Reigns hits Montez Ford with a chair before The Usos setup a table on the outside. Roman tosses Montez out of the ring, then puts him through the table. The lights go out, then Finn Balor is seen on the ring post as red lights turn on. He dives onto Roman and The Usos, then attacks them all with a Kendo stick from underneath the ring. Roman tries to beat up Finn with a chair in the ring, but Finn Balor hits him with a chair and hits Roman and The Usos with a chair before hitting Roman with a tope con hiro to end the show.
Here are the top ten moments from tonight's show!
This week on Talking Smack: Liv Morgan, Rey Mysterio and Bianca Belair!
The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods) head to the ring to start tonight's show. Big E says that while it is not Thanksgiving, he has come to give thanks to the fans for the support throughout the years, those who supported him as he climbed up the ladder to get the Money In The Bank contract and those who cheered him when he became WWE Champion. He thanks those who are still around and those who are no longer around who supported him as well, then says he has to cut the celebration short as The New Day has town business with The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) and Roman Reigns. Big E says that Raw is The New Day's show, and tonight, they will send The Usos and Roman packing. After the crowd chants "New Day Rocks," Paul Heyman, Roman and The Usos arrive. Roman and Big E lift up their respective titles in the center of the ring.
Roman Reigns and The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) beat The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods). During the match, Bobby Lashley shows up and attacks Big E, Kofi Kingston and The Usos at ringside. This distracts Xavier Woods, and Roman Reigns hits him with the Spear for the win. After the match, Lashley gets in the ring and Spears Roman Reigns. Lashley then Spears Big E through the barricade.
Backstage, Bobby Lashley meets with WWE official Adam Pearce and Sonya Deville and says that he is not done Big E and that show is all about him, "the real champion." He says that he could beat Big E and Roman Reigns on any given day. Lashley then states that this is "The Almighty Era" and that his era never stops.
It is announced that MVP suffered a broken rib from an RKO by Randy Orton last week and is out indefinitely.
Backstage in the locker room, Matt Riddle shows up with the same headphones as Randy Orton so they can listen to the same Spotify playlist, then asks Orton what his spirit animal and talks about a family vacation he had one time. Orton tells Riddle to keep Omos busy with the story about the safari his family went on while he breaks a few of "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles' ribs. He then says the headphones are "pretty cool."
Before the next match, Eva Marie says she is not one for shaming, then tells everyone to look at her and then look at Doudrop, then says she is put together while Doudrop is a mess and that girls like Doudrop can never beat women like her.
Eva Marie beats Doudrop.
Backstage, Big E meets with WWE officials Sonya Deville and Adam Pearce, saying he wants Bobby Lashley and Roman Reigns tonight.
Backstage, Paul Heyman meets with WWE officials Adam Pearce and Sonya Deville. It does not take long for Pearce and Sonya to make Roman Reigns vs. Big E vs. Bobby Lashley official for later tonight.
Randy Orton beats "The Phenomenal" AJ Styles. During the match, Omos gets ejected from ringside after tripping Orton on the outside, and he punches Matt Riddle on the way out.
We see a video package chronicling the events between Nia Jax and "The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler.
"The Queen of Spades" Shayna Baszler beats Nia Jax with the Kirifuda Clutch. After the match, Baszler continues to attack Nia Jax, then stomps her left elbow onto the steel steps. Nia cries for mercy when she goes for it again, but Baszler stomps it again anyway. Referees and medical check on Nia while forcing Baszler to the back.
It is announced that Eva Marie is co-hosting American Ninja Warrior Junior, streaming now on Peacock.
Humberto Carrillo and Angel Garza beat Mustafa Ali and Mansoor. Before the match, in footage from earlier today, Humberto says that he and Angel Garza teamed up because there is nothing stronger than family, while Garza says they are the two most charismatic Superstars in WWE and that when they are put together, the world is theirs.
We see a video package for Karrion Kross.
Before the next match, Nikki A.S.H. and Rhea Ripley talk about Connor's Cure. Rhea says that Connor's Cure has inspired them to join the fight against cancer, and through the partnership with the V Foundation, they have fundraised so much money for the cure for pediatric cancer. Nikki says there is still much work to be done, and she and Rhea Ripley dedicate tonight's match to children with pediatric cancer, their families and those who have contribute to Connor's Cure. Nikki and Rhea then lead a short "victory" chant.
Nikki A.S.H. and Rhea Ripley beat Natalya and Tamina to become the WWE Women's Tag Team Champions after Rhea Ripley hits Tamina with the Riptide on the ring apron on the outside and a distracted Natalya's Sharpshooter is turned into an inside cradle by Nikki A.S.H.
It's time for Alexa's Playground. Tonight's guest is Charlotte Flair. Alexa wants to have fun with Charlotte Flair, but mentions that Charlotte always has an ulterior motive and that she did not bring Charlie with her, which is fine, as she brought Charlie just in case. Charlotte says she wants the real Alexa Bliss back, not Charlie, and says that she can fool the fans but she cannot fool fans, for the playground hides how fragile and delicate she really is. Charlotte says it is obvious that Alexa is broken and that she hides behind the playground and black lipstick and walks around with a doll that is more popular than her in her arm. She also calls Alexa's mind games "a joke," then wonders how she went from main eventing WrestleMania 35 to playing with dolls, as she is the real deal and is about to beat a grown woman who dressed up like a kid. Charlotte calls what she is seeing "a desperate cry for help" and promises to beat some sense into Alexa, and asks if she should do it tonight or Sunday at Extreme Rules. Alexa says that everyone gets that Charlotte has the most accolades of any woman in WWE, then says she has lost more titles than any other woman in WWE, and asks who Charlotte Flair is without a title. She then says that nobody knows because Charlotte does not know, and that if Charlotte has no title, she has nothing to brag about, then says she doesn't have to play mind games to expose the insecurities on her forehead. Alexa says Charlotte would not know what to do without a title on her shoulder, and would be nothing without one. She also says that Charlie was a pity gift, as even "a self-centered, narcissistic bitch" like Charlotte deserves happiness. Alexa also says she knows who she is and that she does not have to grasp onto titles to stay relevant. She says that Charlotte can call her crazy, but after Extreme Rules, she will call her champ. Charlotte tells Alexa she will never find out the answer to her question of who she is without a title, then shoves her. Alexa jumps at her, and this starts a brawl. Charlotte boots Alexa, then notices Charlie. Alexa jumps on her, but Charlotte throws her off and tears the head off of Charlie before dropping the beheaded doll in front of Alexa. She goes for Lilly, but Alexa stops her with a DDT and keeps Lilly closer afterwards.
Backstage, Drake Maverick meets with R-Truth, Drew Gulak and Akira Tozawa about dropping a net on Reginald as part of "Operation 24/7." Truth drops the net, while Tozawa is a ninja and Gulak is a distraction. Reginald shows up, and Gulak tries to distract Reginald, but Reginald gets wise to what is going on quickly and the plan fails.
The commentary team asks the fans to vote for The Miz on this season of Dancing With The Stars.
Damian Priest guests on commentary for the next match.
Jeff Hardy beats Sheamus with a roll-up to make the WWE United States Championship match at Extreme Rules a Triple Threat Match. After the match, Sheamus blames his loss on Damian Priest and shoves him. Both men brawl, and referees have to move into place quickly to stop them.
Roman Reigns beats Bobby Lashley and Big E in a Triple Threat Match after hitting Lashley with a Spear as Lashley hits Big E with a chair.
Here are the top ten moments from tonight's show!
This week on Raw Talk: Doudrop, Nikki A.S.H., Rhea Ripley and Jeff Hardy!
Corey Graves replaces Pat McAfee on commentary this week.
The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) head to the ring to start tonight's show. The Usos conclude that The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) wanted to get into family business to prove themselves, but ended up disrespecting Roman Reigns and the family bloodline. They then declare they are "the ones." The Street Profits show up, and mockingly make fun of what they did to The Usos before Angelo Dawkins asks The Usos what they are doing in the ring without permission slips. Montez Ford then says The Usos are spitting facts, saying The Usos are indeed the ones to get beaten tonight.
The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) vs. The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) in a WWE SmackDown Tag Team Championship Contender's Match ends in a no-contest when the match goes out of control. Both teams continue to brawl after the match, and The Street Profits come out on top.
Backstage, Roman Reigns tells Paul Heyman to take care of family business. As Heyman heads out from Roman's dressing room and has his cellphone out, he is interviewed by Kayla Braxton. Heyman tells Kayla Braxton to just enjoy the moment. Suddenly, Brock Lesnar's entrance theme plays on his phone repeatedly. Heyman answers Lesnar's call, and tells Lesnar he will deliver the message. After Kayla Braxton says she is enjoying this moment, Heyman then runs into a janitor, who is revealed to be a laughing Big E.
Becky Lynch heads to the ring. Lynch mentions being interrupted by the entire SmackDown women's division last week, then says she never got a chance to talk about Bianca Belair, who she calls "one hell of an athlete" and one of the most athletic women WWE has ever head. She says that she was excited to face Bianca at SummerSlam, but now, she is being portrayed as the bad guy. She says that she saved the show at SummerSlam and that she had prepared to become champ since she left, and that Bianca was not ready while she was. Becky says that just because she hasn't played the game in a while doesn't mean she's forgotten how to win, and says that while Bianca might be able to fool the fans, she cannot fake experience, and all it took was one first to her face to end her title reign. Bianca shows up and says that the championship was more than a title for her and that it was part of her identity for the last four months only for it to be lost in twenty seconds, and that while she is hurt, she will not bring herself up by putting another down. She says that she will not make excuses for herself, and says that she made herself the best while Becky was gone. She says she will bounce back, beat Becky for the title and become the greatest, even if she had to earn her rematch. Bianca then proposes that they have their title match tonight, since Roman Reigns is defending his championship tonight. Becky says she does not give a damn what Roman is doing, and says no before leaving.
Backstage, Dolph Ziggler and Robert Roode are backstage when Dolph runs into Toni Storm and asks her to check out his match, even offering her a spot in his corner. Toni Storm admits that while Ziggler is great, she is rooting for Rick Boogs.
Rick Boogs beats Dolph Ziggler.
Backstage, Becky Lynch is met by WWE officials Sonya Deville and Adam Pearce, who state that she will defend the SmackDown Women's Championship at Extreme Rules and that the contract for the match will be signed to make it official next week.
Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews Seth Rollins, who says tonight is the perfect opportunity for a new beginning, and after watching his SummerSlam match with Edge, he has found what led Edge to victory over him and that he will use that to beat Cesaro.
Cesaro beats Seth Rollins by disqualification after Rollins counters a running European uppercut on the outside with a chair. After the match, Rollins attacks Cesaro with the chair some more before grabbing another chair after another referee shows up. Both referees run away after Rollins stomps the bottom bar off the chair and crossfaces Cesaro with it. A third referee shows up just before a livid, hysterical Seth Rollins hit Cesaro with The Stomp, then Rollins pulls out two more chairs. Rollins then goes for the Con-Chair-To on Cesaro, but all of a sudden, Edge runs out with a chair and chases Rollins away.
Backstage, Roman Reigns talks with The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso), then Paul Heyman tells Roman that they have a problem. As Roman says he has no problems because he will smash Finn Balor, Heyman says the problem is with Brock Lesnar. Roman says Heyman is the one with the problem and that he will smash him when the time comes, and Heyman informs him that Lesnar will be on next week's show because Heyman called him and told him. Roman asks Heyman what makes him sure Lesnar is not here tonight.
Backstage, Happy Corbin shows up in a Rolls Royce and treats Megan Morant like his valet.
Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews Edge, who says that he gets Rollins and understands the game Rollins is playing, and says the game has to stop. Edge then challenges Rollins to a match next week, and says that next time, Rollins will not be the same.
It's time for The Kevin Owens Show. Tonight's guest is Happy Corbin. Corbin thanks Owens, saying that if it weren't for him, he would not be where he is today, but Owens says not to put this on him. Corbin then mentions his owing him $100, and says his special guest might have it. Corbin's special guest is Logan Paul, who shows up, and Owens asks how Corbin and Logan Paul are friends, but Corbin and Logan says what happened a few weeks ago is water under the bridge. Corbin also mentions that they watch Jake Paul's latest boxing fight. After Owens calls Corbin and Logan the most useless people to ever be in a WWE ring, Logan asks Owens if he would say that to someone who will give him $100. Owens tells Logan he does not need his money and tells him to leave the ring and never enter it again. Logan shoves Owens, Owens shoves Logan, and Corbin punches and choke slams Owens when Owens tries to charge at Logan.
Backstage, Liv Morgan watches Carmella as she stares into a video camera.
Sami Zayn beats Dominik Mysterio after Rey Mysterio inadvertently distracts Dominik after he keeps Sami Zayn from running out of the match.
Backstage, WWE official Sonya Deville is on the phone when Naomi shows up about her match. Sonya asks Naomi to get with her again next week.
Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews Finn Balor, who says that tonight, he answers the question of "What if Finn Balor didn't get injured in 2016?"
Before the next match, The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) attack Finn Balor during his ring entrance and smash the ring steps into Finn Balor's ribs. Suddenly, The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) run out and chase The Usos away before they can do any more damage.
We get a sneak peek at the new look of NXT, which is coming September 14th.
Before the next match, medical staff check on Finn Balor, who refuses to forfeit the match.
Roman Reigns retains the WWE Universal Championship against Finn Balor with the guillotine choke. After the match, the arena lights briefly turn red and a heartbeat sound can be heard before the show ends.
Talking Smack: Cesaro is hurt at Seth Rollins' hands.
The show starts with an announcement that for the first time in a year and a half, shows are now in front of a live crowd once more.
Vince McMahon shows up to start tonight's show. He says "Where the hell have ya been?", then leaves.
It is announced that The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) will face Rey and Dominik Mysterio for the WWE SmackDown Tag Team Championships in the kick-off match for Money In The Bank.
Roman Reigns and The Usos (Jimmy and Jey Uso) beat Rey Mysterio, Dominik Mysterio and Edge in a six-man tag match. After the match, both teams brawl, and as The Usos attack Dominik Mysterio, Edge attacks The Usos with a chair. Roman then gets in the ring and hits Edge with a Superman Punch. Roman then grabs the chair that Edge brought into the ring and stomps the bottom bar out, but Edge gets up and hits Roman with a Spear. After this, Edge puts Roman in a crossface with the piece of the chair, and Roman taps out.
Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews Edge, who says that it will not be easy to win the Universal Championship and dip into a place that he has never gone to before and become selfish and manipulative in order to beat Roman at his own game. As Edge continues to speak, Seth Rollins laughs at him and says that while Roman may be the most self-absorbed and megalomaniacal person he has ever met, he has Edge's number, but he will be Edge's biggest fan on Sunday. Rollins says that he hopes that Edge wins the Universal Championship so he can cash in on him and finish what he started seven years ago when he had his boot on Edge's neck and didn't pull the trigger.
Sami Zayn shows up and says that everyone is talking about the Money In The Bank Ladder Match and that nobody is talking about how he is being excluded so that everyone can talk about happy things and take attention away from the conspiracy against him. He then says that for the first time in a while, he has the fans, for they have seen it all and seen him become victimized and persecuted, and tells the fans to make it known that the conspiracy will not stand. When the fans boo him, Sami Zayn then he is not surprised that "the yee-haws of Texas" are not on his side, then says he needs justice and that if there was any justice in the world, the briefcase and the contract would be handed to him. Sami then says he will not let the show go on one more minute before justice is served, then Finn Balor suddenly shows up. Sami goes for a cheap shot, but Finn Balor sees it coming and lays him out.
We see a video package for Apollo Crews.
Liv Morgan and Zelina Vega guest on commentary for the next match.
Shotzi and Nox beat Natalya and Tamina to earn a shot at the WWE Women's Tag Team Championships after Liv Morgan and Zelina Vega brawl on the outside, distracting Natalya and allowing Nox to win with a schoolkid pin. After the match, Natalya and Tamina brawl with Liv Morgan and Zelina, but Liv Morgan takes Natalya out in the ring.
Bianca Belair retains the WWE SmackDown Women's Championship against Carmella.
We hear from Chad Gable and Otis. Gable says he teaches the importance of the five senses, and says that he and Otis can see people ducking them, feel the tension and hear people whispering about them. When asked by Gable what they smell in the locker room, Otis says they smell fear. Cesaro shows up and says he smells bull, and tells Gable that Otis was lucky not to make a mistake putting him on the list of whom Otis wants to destroy. Gable then tells Cesaro that he now has Otis' full attention, and Otis levels Cesaro with a few punches.
Toni Storm debuts next Friday!
Cesaro beats Otis by disqualification after Chad Gable hits Cesaro with a German suplex. After the match, Cesaro gets Gable in the Cesaro Swing, but Otis attacks Cesaro and hits him with a Vader Bomb.
Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews Paul Heyman, who says that Edge sinned against Roman Reigns tonight and will atone for those sins and have them beaten out of him by Roman on Sunday. Suddenly, Big E tells Paul Heyman not to be sour and clap for the next Money In The Bank Ladder Match winner, then says Edge has a hold of Roman Reigns and that Heyman would be worried if he was him.
Baron Corbin heads to the ring. Corbin says it is no secret that these last few weeks have been the most difficult times of his life after having lost everything, and says that the bank is threatening to foreclose on his house. He says that his daughter is sick from having to eat spaghetti out of a can, that his house is a mess because he had to fire the maids, and that he may have to move in with his wife's parents. Corbin says that the fans can help him out of these dark financial times with corbinfund.com and is asking for $100,000, saying every little bit helps and tells the fans not to be as cheap as everyone else around the world. Corbin then gets on his knees and begs for money, then Kevin Owens shows up. Corbin says that he hopes Owens is in the ring for the right reason and to help him, and says that if he and a few other Superstars help him, the fans will fall in line. Corbin says he knows that Owens has a heart and can sympathize with those in need, then says that he knows Owens doesn't spend money on his wardrobe before Owens gives him a Stunner.
Next week: SmackDown will be live from both Cleveland, Ohio and from the Rolling Loud Festival in Miami, Florida!
Seth Rollins beats Big E, Kevin Owens and King Nakamura in a Fatal 4-Way Match after a Stomp into a ladder following Kevin Owens putting King Nakamura through the announce table with an elbow drop off the top of another ladder. After the match, Seth Rollins climbs up a ladder in the middle of the ring and takes the green briefcase.
Talking Smack: Bianca Belair responds to Carmella.
Rey Mysterio heads to the ring to start tonight's show. The show is surrounded by the Cell. Rey says that any parent watching knows what he feels right now: the feeling of pain, hurt and sadness. He says that he has told his son Dominik Mysterio the risks of getting in the ring, but he knew the risks and is able to walk. He says that Roman Reigns picked up his son and tossed him like a bag of bricks all the way down to the floor, and that he will never forget the sound and the look in Dominik's eyes as he suffered in pain. He also says that he will never forget the man who did this to him - Roman Reigns - and that he wants his revenge in Hell In A Cell tonight. Rey says he knows that Roman accepted his challenge last night on Twitter, then says he wants to hear it from Roman in person and says "Get out here, you son of a bitch!" Suddenly, the Cell lowers around Rey, then Roman Reigns and Paul Heyman show up. Roman says they do not have to do this, that he does not want to hurt Rey and that this is not his fault, and also says that Rey does not want to be in the Cell with him, saying that what he did to Dominik will be "PG" compared to what he will do to Rey. When Roman asks if he still wants to do this, Rey responds by saying "I've never been more ready in my life." Roman says he tried to be diplomatic, but now they will do things his way.
We see a video package for Commander Azeez, who will have his debut match tonight.
Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews Big E and Kevin Owens. Owens admits that Commander Azeez is big and dangerous, but he is not worried because he could not have a better partner than Big E. Big E admits he still remembers Kevin Owens turning on The New Day (Kofi Kingston, Big E, Xavier Woods), but he says that tonight, Apollo Crews and Commander Azeez will feel their power.
Sami Zayn guests on commentary for the next match.
Apollo Crews and Commander Azeez beat Big E and Kevin Owens after Sami Zayn tries to cheap shot Kevin Owens on the outside. After the match, Azeez hits Owens with a second Nigerian Nail. Backstage, Sami Zayn calls the visual of Kevin Owens choking in the ring "the face of karmic justice" and says he could do this forever.
Backstage, WWE officials Adam Pearce and Sonya Deville are met by a coughing Kevin Owens, who wants Sami Zayn in a match. He gets the match on Sunday.
Shinsuke Nakamura beats King Corbin in the Battle of the Crown to become the one true king of WWE.
Bianca Belair heads to the ring. Bianca says that Bayley kissed her segment goodbye last week and says that she will kiss her championship hopes goodbye on Sunday. She then says that this is Bayley's cue, but Bayley doesn't show up. She says that Bayley's games almost worked, as it made her second-guess herself and brought her back to being made fun of as a girl when she was some much more that what people thought, but she says she defines herself and is unapologetically herself. Bianca says that Bayley will physically and mentally give her everything she's got, then tells Bayley that on Sunday, she does not just want her in the ring, she wants her inside Hell In A Cell, and that Bayley won't be laughing when she drags her around the Cell. She also says that Bayley will be begging her to stop and that she will remain WWE SmackDown Women's Champion. She says that people ignore you, then laugh at you, then fight you and then you win. Bayley gets in the ring and tries to punch Bianca in the face, but Bianca blocks it and starts a brawl. Bayley turns the tables by grabbing Bianca's hair and pulling her into the barricade before hitting her in the ring with the Rose Plant. Bayley then stands on Bianca's hair while holding up the WWE SmackDown Women's Championship while her visage fills the Thunderdome.
Backstage, Roman Reigns is met by Jimmy Uso. Jimmy says he thought about what Roman said about representing the family and being the best. He says that he might not agree with everything Roman says, but admits Roman is right and says they are family. He says that he has not heard from Jey Uso in the last week, then tells Roman that if he needs his help, he is there. Roman says he does not need it and tells him that they both need Jey, as they are at their best when they are together.
Angelo Dawkins vs. Otis ends before it can begin when Dawkins chases after Gable only to be laid out by Otis. Gable and Otis then lay out Dawkins both in and out of the ring.
Backstage, Kayla Braxton interviews Cesaro. Cesaro says Seth Rollins has not gone far enough despite what he has done to him, then says WWE is his life, that he loves what he does and has worked hard for his opportunities that Seth has tried to take from him. Rollins shows up, and Cesaro is about to confront him when Rollins says he is here for a conversation, not a fight. He then takes over for Kayla Braxton on the interview and tells Cesaro that he disgusts him. Rollins says that everything Cesaro does and stands for is a disgrace, and that he does not even deserve a single ounce of respect. He then says that on Sunday, he will show him and everyone like him what he does deserve when he puts him in his place. Cesaro says he did not think Rollins had it in him to face him like a man, and says that he respects what he says and who he is as a competitor, and that he will see him on Sunday. He then nearly pushes Rollins out of his seat, much to Rollins' irritation.
Bayley vs. Bianca Belair in a Hell In A Cell Match for the WWE SmackDown Women's Championship is official for Hell In A Cell, as is Kevin Owens vs. Sami Zayn.
Roman Reigns retains the WWE Universal Championship against Rey Mysterio in a Hell In A Cell Match with a modified guillotine choke after powerbomb Rey into the Cell wall. After the match, Jimmy Uso shows up and celebrates with Roman and Paul Heyman, then Roman notices Rey Mysterio get up and puts him in the modified guillotine choke again.
Talking Smack: Sami Zayn promises to deliver karmic justice to Kevin Owens.
