Post by Hurricane on Aug 19, 2008 5:01:46 GMT -5
The show starts after many pyros go off and "Rise Up!" by Drowning Pool blasts over the loud speakers. As it dies off, the roaring crowd jumps as the show starts with the announcers.
Cole: Hello, Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to WWE The Road To SummerSlam, a Smackdown! special. Tonight we are live in Orlando, Florida for the action-packed special show!
Tazz: Yes, Cole, your right. We have a fantastic line-up for tonight and personally, I CANT WAIT!
Cole: As everybody already knows, over the last week, fans voted as to which match Kane and Batista will take their hatred out on each other in, with a Last Man Standing match being chosen, so tonight they WILL collide one-on-one in that match type!
Tazz: Yes, that match should be a very unforgiving, brutal encounter. Last week, it was announced that tonights main event would put Christian (our current World Champion), Rob Van Dam and The Big Show against Edge, Chavo Guerrero and CM Punk!
Cole: Your very right, but you forgot one key thing... The Rock will be here to officiate that match in his WWE return! In other action, Chris Jericho and Randy Orton will collide in a Hardcore Match. All this and MUCH, MUCH more on The Road To SummerSlam!
The fans go wild as the Cruiserweight Championship match starts off the show as all the lumberjacks make their way to the ring.
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WWE Cruiserweight Championship: Lumberjack Match:
Ultimo Dragon (c) vs. Kid Kash
The two men square up in the centre of the ring as the four others stand at ringside looking on. Some words are exchanged before Kash pushes Dragon. Dragon pushes him back. Kash goes for a clothesline, but Dragon ducks and lays into him with some nice kicks as the crowd cheers. He takes Kash down with an enzuigiri and a dropkick. He gets a two count in a pin attempt. After about 20 seconds, Kash hits a cheap shot and spears Dragon to the mat and chokes him, letting go at the last count of the referee's command. He kicks Dragon a few times before taunting him to alot of boos.
He nudges Dragon a few times, but is caught unexpected with Dragon throws him out of the ring. Guerrera hits a few kicks, then Super Crazy climbs on the apron and hits a moonsault press before rolling him into the ring. Dragon hits a lionsault for a two count. He starts to work on Kash's back, but about a minute later, Kash fights his way to his feet. He hits a nice DDT, before throwing Dragon out of the ring. Noble throws him into the turnbuckle and Helms clotheslines him. They beat him down before rolling him into the ring, where Kash is laughing.
Kash lifts Ultimo to his feet and does a pose, before lifting him up for the Dead Level. Ultimo flips over and pushes him. Kash springs off the ropes and Ultimo hits a superkick before nailing a headscissors, which sends Kash to the mat. Ultimo climbs to the top rope and nails a asai moonsault and pins Kash for the victory.
Winner: Ultimo Dragon
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Ultimo celebrates. Noble and Helms attack him from behind. They get in a few shots, but Guerrera and Super Crazy make the save. They push them before helping Ultimo up. They turn around and Kash nails Crazy with the Cruiserweight Title, taking him out of the ring. Noble and Helms hit Guerrera with a double clothesline. Ultimo is sitting down and they say that he's next before leaving.
Backstage:
Batista is shown, alone and bandaged from Velocity. He begins to talk.
"Yesterday when Kane beat me up, choking me with a camera chord, he angered the beast inside me. The beast that has yet to be let out. That beast is out and it wants Kane's blood. Tonight, in our Last Man Standing Match, I will not only defeat Kane, I will not only destroy Kane, but I will taste his blood. Tonight, Kane, its the beginning of the end FOR YOU! I am anger. I am pain. I am...The....Animal!"
Backstage:
Randy Orton is backstage with Ric Flair. He says that he's sick of Jericho walking around, running his mouth, bragging about achievements that nobody care's about. He asks who cares that Jericho was the first Undisputed Champion, Ric Flair says he doesn't. Orton says that Jericho is a has been who has done absolutely nothing since that date. Orton says that he is a man with REAL achievements. He says he is a multiple time World Champion, not to mention the YOUNGEST World Champion. He says that he has the 16-time Champion, Ric Flair in his corner and Jericho will soon realise that destiny has already been decided when it slaps him in the face!
Backstage:
Hardcore Holly is shown talking to people backstage. He turns around to find Father James Mitchell staring at him, smiling. He says that Hardcore Holly needs to start showing some respect around here. Holly laughs and tells Mitchell to get out of his face before Holly beats him up. Kane attacks Holly and throws him into a chest and then lays into him with several kicks. He ends up chokeslamming him through a nearby table before leaving.
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Tag Team Non-Title Match: Fatal Fourway:
Rated-R Entourage vs. HooliganZ vs. World's Greatest Tag Team vs. The Embassy
Hawkins and Haas start it off. Just before they lock up, Haas tags in Kendrick, who flips over the ropes and locks up with Hawkins. Kendrick is pushed backwards into Hawkins' corner, where Ryder tags himself in and hits a few kicks. He takes Kendrick down and kicks him in the back of the head. Hawkins tags in and hits a springboard elbow drop for a two count when Smith breaks it up. Hawkins hits a few shots and irish whips Kendrick, who bounces back and dodges two consecutive clotheslines.
He kicks Hawkins and tries for the Sliced Bread #2, but Hawkins pushes him into Shelton, who tags himself it. Shelton hits Hawkins with a nice clothesline, followed by two more. He irish whips Hawkins, but Burchill tags himself in. Shelton flips Hawkins, then is hit with a stiff elbow shot from Burchill, who then hits a crucifix bomb for a long two count. He tags Smith, who hits a few nice power moves before climbing to the top rope. He taunts the crowd before diving off for a splash. Shelton moves and tags in Paul London, who cleans house with numerous arm drags and flying clotheslines.
He superkicks Smith and hits a dropsault. Hawkins and Ryder attack him, but Kendrick double-clotheslines them out of the ring. Shelton bounces off the ropes and dives over them onto the men outside. London superkicks Smith, then Haas, then rolls Smith up for a three-count.
Winners: The HooliganZ
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Kendrick rolls into the ring and him and London hug. They raise each others arms in celebration. As they are announced as winners, MNM run in from the crowd and attack them from behind. World's Greatest Tag Team, Rated-R Entourage and The Embassy all join in on the attack. Too Cool, The Hardy Boyz and Yang/Moore run down and even the odds as a massive brawl ensues with the heel teams eventually leaving the ring and walking away as the facing pump the crowd.
Promo:
Various clips are shown of Kane destroying victims at Father James Mitchell's command, including Batista, Undertaker and Rikishi, among others.
"Through Fire.... Through Brimstone"
"Through Hell.... High Water"
"SummerSlam.... Elimination Chamber"
"Kane Will Become Champion"
It ends with a clip of Kane laughing maniacally. The announcers talk about it, pondering about what will happen tonight. They say that Batista is indeed the Animal, but they don't know if he (or anyone) can take down Kane.
Backstage:
Edge and Chavo Guerrero are shown backstage, sitting down. They stand up as CM Punk walks up to them, applying his wrist tape. He says that tonight, in their six-man tag team match, they will be taking down three of Smackdown!'s top athletes. He says that, although he could have done it alone, that Edge and Chavo will help him as they destroy the three losers known as The Big Show, Rob Van Dam and Christian. Edge says that Punk needs to know that he is teaming with two members of the Alliance, the greatest stable ever in the WWE. He says, that as leader, he will lead them to victory tonight and at SummerSlam, will once again become World Heavyweight Champion!
In The Ring:
Justin Roberts, the ring announcer, says he has some news. He says that the fourway United States Championship contender match is up next, but there have been some big changes. He says that due to Kane's attack earlier tonight, Hardcore Holly has been removed from the match due to a serious back injury that will put him out of action for up to seven weeks. He says that Teddy Long has found an ample replacement.
*YOU ARE, YOU ARE, I AM, I AM!*
Suddenly, AJ Styles bursts through the curtain and poses as the fans scream wildly as he makes his "big screen" debut in the WWE. He has a microphone in his hand.
"Tonight... Tonight, I, AJ styles, am here to show the WHOLE WORLD who I am and what I am capable of. When I got the call to join this company, I happily ended my contract in TNA because I knew my time had come. Well, I'm here and I intend to make an impact as soon as humanly possible. Well, when I heard that Holly was out, injured, I asked Teddy Long if I could have his spot in this match and he happily agreed. Tonight, you all witness the rebirthing of me, The Phenomenal One, AJ FREAKING STYLES!"
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Number One Contender: United States Championship:
AJ Styles vs. Mark Henry vs. Val Venis vs. John "Bradshaw" Layfield
The match starts out with all three of the WWE staring at AJ, as if he doesn't belong. He doesn't back down. They all jump at him, but he rolls out of the way and attacks Venis. JBL and Henry start to brawl. Styles hits Venis with some nice kicks, sending him through the ropes. Venis stands up, on the apron. Styles hits a pele kick, knocking him off onto the floor below. Henry charges at him, but Styles launches him over the ropes with his own momentum. He nails JBL with an enzuigiri before launching over the ropes with a somersault plancha onto the men below as the crowd screams, applauding him.
A few minutes later, and Henry is beating down on Styles in the ring as JBL and Venis are fighting in the corner. Henry lifts Styles up in a gripping bear hug, but Styles hits a few punches and a headbutt to escape. He turns around and JBL tries to hit a Clothesline From Hell. Styles ducks and Henry takes the blow. Styles superkicks JBL out of the ring. Venis kicks Styles and goes for a powerbomb, but Styles escapes and nails the Styles Clash for the three-count.
Winner: AJ Styles
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The announcers dont believe it that an indy wrestler just walked in and defeated a former Champion, a former Intercontinental Champion and the World's Strongest Man. AJ Styles poses in the ring as Rey Mysterio enters the ring. They stare down, with Rey eventually grabbing his hand and raising it. They hug and celebrate. Tommy Dreamer comes out. He has a microphone.
"Congratulations, AJ. That was a great win. I've been a fan of yours for a few years and I know what your capable of, but you know me... I'm Tommy f'en Dreamer. I'm the current United States Champion, a Champion who won't go down without one big-ass fight. You two in the ring, I have the UTMOST respect for both of you, but in the match SummerSlam, I will not go easy. You will find out why I am called the Innovator of Violence. At SummerSlam, I walk in as champion and I walk OUT as Champion!"
Promo:
"SummerSlam, the biggest party of the Summer!"
- Elimination Chamber for the World Championship (Christian, Edge, Kane, Batista, Randy Orton and Chris Jericho).
- King of the Ring finals
- CM Punk vs. Rob Van Dam
- Chavo Guerrero vs. Big Show
- United States Championship Triple Threat
- Tag Team Championship Battle Royal
- The Embassy vs. Team America
- Cruiserweight Championship Six-Man Survival
In The Ring:
The Highlight Reel is set up. *BREAK THE WALLS DOWN!*. Jericho enters the arena to a huge amount of cheers as he makes his way to the ring. He grabs a microphone and thanks them, welcoming them to the show. He says that tonight is THE BIGGEST HIGHLIGHT REEL EVEEERRRR! He says that his guest tonight is a numerous time World Champion, A business icon, a Hollywood superstar and a future Hall of Famer, The one, the only.... The Rock!
*DO YOU SMELL.....WHAT THE ROCK... IS COOKIN'!*
The Rock enters the arena to a MASSIVE amount of cheers as fans everywhere have signs for him. Jericho claps as he walks to the ring. The Rock steps into the ring and shakes Jericho's hand. Jericho welcomes him back and says he made a video to be showed. He points to the highly expensive Jeritron 5010 (NOW WITH HIGH DEF!) and a video starts to play.
It shows classic moments from the two men, including tag matches and classic skits. It shows Jericho's debut and many other clips of the two men.
Jericho asks if it brings back memories and the Rock says it does. He thanks the fans for the hospitality. He says that....FINNALLLLYYY...THE ROCK, HAS COME BACK! Jericho says that its great to have him back and asks him one question: How does it feel to be back here, reliving all his memories for only one night?
The Rock laughs and tells Jericho he has some good (or perhaps bad) news. He says that he isn't just back for one night. He says that he talked to Teddy Long and that after he referees tonight's main event, he will be referee in another match. A SummerSlam match. The Elimination Chamber! Jericho looks shocked, then says it will be great to have his good friend on hand when he takes back the World Heavyweight Championship! They shake hands as The Rock leaves, while Jericho prepares for his match.
In The Ring:
Staff take down the set as Randy Orton makes his way to the ring to many boos. Justin Roberts reminds the fans in attendance and watching, that if Ric Flair (or anyone else Orton is aquaintanced with) in any way touches Chris Jericho, Orton will be removed from the Elimination Chamber at SummerSlam!
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Hardcore Match:
Chris Jericho vs. Randy Orton
Orton walks to the ring, getting distracted by abusing the fans. Jericho launches over the ropes and lands on Orton, knocking him over. They brawl wildly on the outside, with Orton hitting a cheap shot and throwing Jericho into the guard rail. He charges at Jericho, but Y2J flips him over the rail into the crowd area. Orton slowly stands up and Jericho climbs onto the rail and jumps at Orton. Orton hits a clothesline while Jericho is in mid-air, taking him out. He kicks Jericho a few more times before lifting him up and throwing him back into the ringside area. He taunts the crowd before leaping over the apron and walking after Jericho, who is struggling to get to his feet.
Orton grabs Jericho, but is unexpectedly hit with a trash can lid. Jericho hits him two more times before dropping it and hitting an enzuigiri. He pumps the crowd up before rolling Orton into the ring. He nails a lionsault and pins 'The Legend Killer' for a two count. Dissapointed, he works on Ortons back for a minute or so. Orton eventually squirms to his feet and spins around, before ducking a clothesline attempt. Jericho turns around and Orton jumps up with an RKO. Jericho dodges it and tries a second clothesline, but Orton moves and dodges it. Jericho turns once again and Orton quickly nails an RKO. The fans boo him as he smiles, watching Jericho writhe in pain. He pins Jericho for a long two count.
Orton begins to work on Jericho's back for a minute or two with various holds and kicks. After awhile, Jericho slowly fights to his feet with the audience's support. He hits to elbow shots to Orton, but Orton takes him down once again. He climbs to the top rope, a rare occurance. He taunts Jericho and the crowd as he gets to his feet. He leaps off, but Jericho catches his feet, knocking him on his back. He tries to roll him over into the Walls Of Jericho. Orton wildly struggles to prevent it. *WOOOOO!*
Flair's music blasts over the loudspeakers and Jericho immediately lets go and turns around. Flair is nowhere to be seen. Suddenly, Flair jumps from the crowd (as Jericho is looking up the ramp). He slides Orton a pair of brass knuckles. Jericho turns around and Orton takes a shot. Jericho ducks it and pushes Orton into Flair. The knuckles collide with Flair, knocking him off the apron. Orton turns around and Jericho nails the Codebreaker and pins him for a three-count after about 18 minutes of action.
Winner: Chris Jericho
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Jericho celebrates before leaving the arena. Flair climbs into the ring and apologizes to Orton. Orton is furious as he storms the ring in a tantrum. He kicks the ropes and swears under his breathe. Flair gets closer and grabs his shoulders, apologizing once again. Orton seems to have settled down, but he suddenly snaps and hits Flair with an RKO. He kicks the 'Nature Boy' in the ribs twice before getting a steel chair from under the ring. Just as he is about to lay into Flair, security make the save. Orton grabs a microphone as Flair is escorted from the ring.
"ARGH! I am sick and tired of being screwed out of every opportunity I get to prove my worth. I thought Ric Flair was here to HELP ME become what EVERYBODY knows I am capable of, but I was wrong. All Ric Flair was doing was stealing my fame, stealing the attention. Well I don't need him. I NEVER needed him. I know what i'm capable of and I will achieve it. At SummerSlam, I will walk into the Elimination Chamber. I will walk in there and I will walk out as World Heavyweight Champion, once again. Some people say they have luck on their side, some people eat their vitamins, some people say their prayers. I have one thing that NOBODY else has on their side.... destiny. And at SummerSlam, destiny.... destiny will prevail."
Backstage:
The Rated-R Entourage are backstage when Chavo Guerrero and Edge walk up. Edge talks them up. He says that seeing as they both have tag team matches tonight, its a perfect chance to show everybody what The Alliance is all about. He says that Hawkins and Ryder will beat three teams and go on to SummerSlam and retain the Championships. He says that Chavo Guerrero will win tonights match and go on the beat The 7 foot loser, The Big Show. He says that after tonights match, Edge will go on to win the World Heavyweight Championship once again in an Elimination Chamber.
In The Ring:
After Randy Orton leaves the arena, Teddy Long enters and walks to the ring, microphone in hand. He welcomes the fans and tells everybody that he is out here to let everybody know the team that will be facing The Embassy at SummerSlam. He welcomes them out and all five of the members come to the ring. William Regal gets a microphone and tells Teddy to hurry up and tell them who they are facing. Teddy Long laughs.
"Settle down, I'm getting there, player. Seeing as you defeated our team at The Great American Bash, I figured that I'd go out of my way and do something a little bit special for this time 'round. William Regal, Dave Taylor and Val Venis will, at SummerSlam, face three particular challengers I hand-picked. Right now, I will unveil who they are!
Up first, we have a man who has known to be very outspoken. When he heard about this match, he demanded that I let him, quote "Tear your sorry asses apart". Well, let me introduce that man, the first member of the opposing team..... THE SANDMAN!"
*SAY YOUR PRAYERS, LITTLE ONE...* He enters the arena, kendo stick in hand and walks next to Teddy Long.
"Ladies and gentlemen, the next member of the team is someone that Sandman is very familiar with. This man has fought for America in numerous tours of Japan and has offered his services. Everybody, holla for the hardcore legend... TERRY FUNK!"
Terry Funk enters to generic rock music. He pumps up the crowd a little, hugs Sandman and stands with them.
"Last but not least, the final member. This person is a numerous time WWE Champion. This person is a hardcore legend. This person is a future hall of famer. This person is one sick, demented character. This person is.... MICK FOLEY!"
*SSSSCRRREEEECCCHHHH!!!* Foley runs into the arena and does his signature "BANG BANG!" pose. The crowd screams for him and he pumps them up. He shakes hands with Sandman and Teddy Long before hugging Terry Funk. Teddy Long welcomes the team and says that the Embassy will be facing these three men at SummerSlam!
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Non-Title: Fourway Tag Team Match:
The Rated-R Entourage vs.
In The Ring:
Kane enters the arena with Father James Mitchell. The fans boo them as they enter the ring. Mitchell raises the urn as Kane attempts his pyro. Nothing happens. He looks around frustrated. He tries again, but when he thrusts his arms down... the lights go out momuntarily. He storms the ring, furious. He looks around for the person who he believes is behind it. *I WALK ALOOONNNNEEE!* Batista enters the arena, laughing wildly. Kane gets even more furious. Batista hops around for a bit before screaming and running to the ring.
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Last Man Standing Match:
Kane w/ Father James Mitchell vs. Batista
Batista slides under the ropes and they immediately brawl. Mitchell tries to attack Batista, but The Animal quickly grabs him and screams. Kane hits Batista from behind. He takes the Animal down to his knees with blow after blow. Batista catches one of the punches and fights to his feet. Kane cheaply kicks him then runs the ropes and nails a big boot, knocking Batista over. The referee starts to count, but Kane quickly starts back on the attack.
He throws Batista into the corner and runs at him. Batista raises his leg and it hits Kane. He tries to take down The Big Red Machine with a massive, stiff clothesline, but it doesnt phase the big man. Kane fights back with two uppercuts and a clothesline of his own. He lifts Batista up by the neck, but is kicks. Batista nails several punches then spears Kane off his feet. Batista pumps up the crowd momuntarily, but Kane suddenly sits up and quickly stands up.
Batista runs at him, but Kane grabs him for a chokeslam. He lifts Batista, but he slips 'round back and pushes Kane. He bounces off the ropes and Batista nails a spinebuster. James Mitchell is on the apron screaming at him. Batista grabs him and Kane sits up again. Kane runs at Batista, but he moves. Kane nails Mitchell with a big boot, knocking him off. Batista quickly picks up on the mistake, kicking Kane and nailing a Batista Bomb as the fans go wild. The referee starts to count, but Batista stops him. He lifts Kane up and nails ANOTHER Batista Bomb! The referee begins the count and gets to 10 and the match is over.
Winner: Batista
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Batista celebrates in the ring. Mitchell stands up outside. Batista laughs at him. Mitchell simply smirks before raising the urn in the air. Kane immediately sits up. Batista is unaware as he stands up and edges towards him. Mitchell points and Batista turns around. Kane nails him with an uppercut then hits a devastating chokeslam. Father James searched under the ring and pulls out a steel chair. He slides it to Kane, who laughs maniacally.
Teddy Long quickly comes out and stops them. He says that seeing as next week is the last week before SummerSlam, that they will settle this once and for all before entering the Elimination Chamber. He says that Kane and Batista will face each other one more time, but it will be a special kind of match. He says they will compete against each other in an.... AMBULANCE MATCH!
Backstage:
The Embassy is shown. William Regal says that their opponents were dissapointing. Taylor says that he expected some competition, not washed up hardcore has-beens. Val Venis says that they will have no trouble taking out the trash at SummerSlam, because The Embassy will be victorious.
Promo:
A promo plays promoting the King Of The Ring tournament. It shows highlights then shows the table.
Kane def. Rikishi
Ken Kennedy def. William Regal
Kofi Kingston def. Chavo Guerrero
Rhino def. Ken Doane
It announces that on Velocity, Kane will face off against Rhino and Ken Kennedy will face Kofi Kingston.
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Six-Man Tag Team Match:
Christian, Big Show and Rob Van Dam vs. Edge, Chavo Guerrero and CM Punk
Christian and CM Punk start it off. They have a nice exchange of reversals with Christian taking him to the mat. CM Punk flips him over into an armbar and they roll around putting each other in various holds and submissions. Punk ducks a clothesline and hits a few kicks, but Christian fires back with some shots of his own. He takes Punk down and runs the ropes. When he returns, Punk hits a nice flying kick and pins him for a two-count. He does a watch motion at The Rock, implying a slow count. The Rock laughs. Punk lifts Christian up and tags in Chavo. Chavo hits him with a few kicks and puts him in a headlock, working on his neck.
RVD fights back and gets to his feet. He elbows Chavo three times and escapes. Chavo tries a clothesline, but RVD ducks and hits a spinning heel kick. Chavo falls to his back. RVD pumps the crowd, runs the ropes and nails the Rolling Thunder. 1. 2. He kicks out. He rolls over and tags in Christian again. Christian hits a leg drop. He runs the ropes, but Edge trips him. Chavo hits a belly-to-back suplex and tags in Edge, who mocks him. He kicks Christian over before jumping on him and nailing punch after punch. The Rock pulls him off and Edge pushes him. The Rock shrugs and pushes him back. Edge looks angry then decidest that 'hes not worth it'.
He stands up and poses, but Christian rolls away. Edge runs at him, but is tripped. He goes face-first into the turnbuckle. Christian hits a dropkick, sending him into the corner again. He runs at him, but Edge spears him on the way. Over the next few minutes, Edge's team beats him down visciously, not letting him anywhere near his partners. Edge pins him for a two count. He complains to The Rock that the count was short and that he's judging unfairly. He tags Chavo, who climbs to the top rope. He jumps off for a frog-splash, but RVD moves. He tags in Big Show, who storms the ring. He takes down all the members consecutively. He gets alot of momentum with his attacks. He pumps up for a chokeslam, but Chavo attacks him with a chair for the DQ.
Winners: The Big Show, Christian and Rob Van Dam
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Big Show turns around, evidently angry. He kicks Chavo and chokeslams him. Edge and CM Punk attack him. RVD and Christian make the save, as the heels get Chavo and flee the ring. RVD and Christian check on Big Show. The heels try to attack them, but The Rock helps them. They are thrown out of the ring and The Rock raises their arms. The four good guys pose in the ring as the show ends.
