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Post by DTP. on Dec 23, 2014 1:50:50 GMT -5
WWE Monday Night RAW: Monday 10th February 2014...It was a hard decision to choose which RAW to reply to. You've really been churning out shows since the Royal Rumble. I guess determination is a good thing. Promowork to kick off RAW tonight with Seth Rollins before being interrupted by John Cena. Wow, it's almost like I'm watching RAW in real life! Pretty interesting stuff I suppose, as we now have our main event in place. A decent opening contest with the WWE Tag Team Champions getting an opportunity to shine, Luke Harper and Erick Rowan defeating Goldust and Cody Rhodes. Never make Cody into Stardust, ever. It made Harper and Rowan look good, but the involvement from the Hardys kind of ruined that. I think I would have rather seen Jeff and Matt Hardy in action instead. Also, I'm split on the Hardys being featured as a tag team act: great nostalgia, but it's something we've seen done again and again - however in another way, it keeps these two established stars out of the upper card which is fine by me. Bo Dallas defeating R-Truth is cool. No idea why Sheamus and Antonio Cesaro accompanied Dallas - the New Nation? Ugh. I really dont care for that angle one bit. Sure, it gives Truth, Titus O'Neil and Kofi Kingston something to do, but it's a rehash of something done about sixteen years ago. Any faction (with the exclusion of the New Age Outlaws) that have the word 'New' in their name are definitely going to flop. Additionally, aren't there enough factions in the WWE? Just my opinion. I don't see this faction being purposeful in the long run. I wouldn't mind seeing them jazzed up to prove me wrong, though. It's just - 2014 and African-American is still a stereotype. Chris Jericho defeating Adam Rose is fine. I never understood why people saw Chris Jericho when Adam Rose debuted. Like I said before, still enjoying the Commonwealth faction. Now that is an ever-progressive faction unlike the New Nation. So Jericho is Wade Barrett's adversary eh? Jericho and William Regal getting a new opportunity to mix it up is great, it's good to see Regal get another chance in the spotlight as part of this faction. AJ Styles, I've got to admit I've not been fond of seeing in the WWE to this point. I would've changed his name...but he's got that stupid f*cking tattoo of his initials on his side. God, I hate that. Seemed like a fun match with Curtis Axel - really underrated talent may I add. It seems like Styles' next angle will be with the Miz, which should be quite fun. Do give Styles some more personality, though. Bray Wyatt talking words, wondering if this actually goes anywhere in regards to tonight or whether it's just a means to get him featured. Roman Reigns and CM Punk on free television? Damn. This would be gold on pay-per-view. I wonder what your deal with CM Punk is going to be like. Will he get burnt out? The count-out loss saves this match, I suppose. I wouldn't mind seeing this on pay-per-view down the line, though. Reigns and Paul Heyman in cohoots is a nice angle. It seems like you have an interesting angle going on with Dean Ambrose and Triple H - in his prime, Hunter and Ambrose would have had one hell of a rivalry. Better late than never, I suppose! I'm actually surprised your plan is for Ambrose to go through Mark Henry for some reason. I feel like that would be a really awkward match. Zack Ryder...wins? Woah. Fair win for Ryder against Jack Swagger, even though I much prefer Swagger. I guess it gives Ryder something eventful to do though. I can't see this being an actual storyline and more of a one-off though. The Bella Twins with a win against Paige and Kaitlyn, okay. Didn't really do much for me, but it built towards No Way Out which is important. Daniel Bryan's promo was nice, but it seemed to be in a really awkward spot on the show, just before the main event and all. I think it would have been better suited near the top of the show - that said though you have a lot of promos on this card already. Maybe a backstage segment would have been better. That said, it did set up No Way Out with Dolph Ziggler challenging for Bryan's WrestleMania opportunity...even though it's obvious that Bryan's going to be retaining. It's a nice bump for Bryan's road to WrestleMania, though. John Cena defeating Seth Rollins was fine in a solid main event, albeit very basic. A nice close to the show though, with Batista and Randy Orton's interaction building towards the Elimination Chamber match. Overall, this wasn't a bad show - but it was pure build. Nothing wrong with that, but it wasn't a memorable show by any means. It got the job done...hopefully things spice up following No Way Out.
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Post by tg11 on Dec 23, 2014 18:20:29 GMT -5
Hulk Hogan as the host for WrestleMania 30 I sure hope he announces the Andre the Giant Battle Royal for WrestleMania, 30 men in this Battle Royal and the winner wins the coveted Andre the Giant trophy, but I wonder which 30 men will enter this Battle Royal?
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Post by ✖ AJ on Dec 26, 2014 0:15:55 GMT -5
FEBRUARY 13, 2014 FROM THE CITIZENS BUSINESS BANK ARENA IN ONTARIO, CALIFORNIA
The cameras come in to the Citizens Business Bank Arena from Ontario, California as Michael Cole and John Bradshaw Layfield welcome everyone to the show. Tonight, Roman goes toe to toe with Randy Orton! Also, Seth Rollins will be in the arena to explain his abandonment of John Cena as Batista and Randy Orton laid him out on Raw, while also being in action against Batista. Plus, The Hardy Boyz return to Smackdown as they go up against The Usos!
The arena fills with cheers as Seth Rollins' theme music hits, the young and cocky superstar making his way out from the back with a slight grin. He comes down and in to the ring, taking a microphone from ringside. He stands in the middle of the squared circle and looks all around the arena, laughing before speaking. "On Monday Night Raw, I went one on one with John Cena in the main event and I'll be the first to admit that I lost fair and square. After the match, John was attacked by Randy Orton and Batista and that is where things get a little bit interesting." He takes a moment before noting how he has been asked over and over and over again how he could just stand there and let that happen, so he refers to footage on the titantron from the start of Raw. He and Cena would go back and forth with words and as Rollins tried to walk off, Cena hit him with the Attitude Adjustment. Back in the arena, the California crowd gives a mixed reaction. "So, you see, it was as simple as turnabouts fair play. John wanted to get a cheap hit on me before our match, so I let him get take a cheap hit after our match. Simple as that!" He paces a little bit, saying that tonight John Cena isn't here so he has to take care of business that he can't be here to do himself. Tonight, he goes one on one with Batista. The WWE Universe boos for the mention of 'The Animal' and Rollins says he'll be glad to take care of Batista, but not for revenge for what happened to Cena but for the sake of showing up Batista again just like last week!
Before he can say more, 'I Walk Alone' hits and out to the stage comes Batista, Randy Orton at his side. He clutches a microphone and points down at the ring, right at Rollins. "You think you can show me up, huh? Last week you got lucky by getting the chance to Curb Stomp me, Rollins. So tonight, I'm going to teach you a lesson about what happens when you get in to a fair match against a top dog like me!" As the fans break out in to a loud chant of 'you suck!', Batista snaps and orders them to shut up. He and Orton begin to go down the ramp, the latter speaking up. "While Dave and myself took care of John Cena on Raw, we plan on taking care of you tonight... as well as Roman Reigns. Hey, if CM Punk feels like joining in on things we'll take him out too because when it comes down to it, Seth, nobody deserves a shot at the Undisputed WWE Championship like I do!" Batista stares at Orton, mentioning that he deserves it just as much. The two stare down momentarily, seeming to brew up some tension - which Rollins notes with a laugh. Batista tells him to shut his mouth, or he'll come in to that ring add that to the to do list! He comes storming in to the ring and rushes at Rollins with a clothesline, only for it to be ducked - Rollins smashing him in the face with a superkick! Batista falls through the ropes and to the floor, Orton rushing over to check on him as Rollins versus Batista gets started next!
Commercial Break
BATISTA (W/RANDY ORTON) DEF. SETH ROLLINS » The match is underway upon the return, Batista dominating Rollins on the mat and in the corner. He misses a clothesline in the corner, allowing Rollins to fly off the ropes with a big forearm. He gets some momentum brewing and sets up for the Curb Stomp, only for Batista to avoid it and deliver a brutal spinebuster! It results in a near fall, frustrating 'The Animal'. He continues using his strength, Rollins trying to combat back with his speed. Batista goes for the Batista Bomb, only for Rollins to fight his way free and send him face first in to the corner. He steps out to the apron and hits his signature knees to the face! Rollins gets up, fired up, setting up for the Curb Stomp. He hits off the ropes, Orton grabbing him by the leg and dropping him to the mat! The crowd boos as Rollins struggles back on to his feet, walking right in to a spear from Batista! He slowly drags Rollins up once again, hitting the Batista Bomb right in the middle of the ring. He hooks the far leg up for the three count.
Batista rises on to his feet with a grin, standing over the lifeless, folded over body of Rollins. He puts both thumbs up and slams them down, Orton entering the ring and getting Rollins on to his feet - dropping him with a brutal RKO! The Viper gets back up and coils his neck a bit, Batista staring at him with his eyes wide. Orton backs to the ropes and exits, making his way towards the back with Batista left standing - both hands on his hips in disbelief at Orton 'one-upping' him.
Commercial Break
A promo video airs for No Way Out, coming on February 23, 2014 from Minneapolis, Minnesota.
DOLPH ZIGGLER DEF. CURTIS AXEL » The match kicks off with Axel surprising Ziggler with a boot to the face, getting a two count. He makes the match competitive early but Ziggler manages to take control, hitting a huge superkick that rocks Axel! He keeps momentum on his side and refuses to let Axel get back in to things, dropping him with a Zig Zag and getting the pinfall in the end.
The crowd cheers the rising favorite in the company as Ziggler has once again proven himself. He takes a microphone from ringside and steps in to the middle of the squared circle, catching his breath before speaking. "Next Sunday... I go one on one with Bryan Danielson. A man that I lost to at not only WrestleMania last year, but Extreme Rules. He took away my World Heavyweight Championship and now... even though I have gained respect for him... I am taking his championship match at WrestleMania and I'm going to do what I do best: Steal the show!" He tosses the mike to the mat and smiles to the crowd, exiting the ring with tons of confidence, just ten days away from his big match. Commercial Break
THE HARDY BOYZ DEF. THE USOS » The bell sounds with Jey and Jeff starting things off. The prior hits a big splash in the corner early and brings control to his team. The Usos end up rattling Jeff until he manages to hit Jimmy with the Whisper in the Wind. He makes the tag to Matt and he storms in, continuing the momentum for his side. He gets knocked to the outside with Jeff, however, allowing The Usos to come flying over the top rope and take them to the floor! A commercial break interrupts the contest, with The Hardy Boyz back in control upon the return. After a few minutes of domination, Jeff goes for the Twist of Fate but gets shoved chest first in to the corner - Jey making the tag to Jimmy. He comes in and gets multiple near falls for his side, eventually hitting a huge superkick! He misses the top rope splash, however, Jeff making the hot tag to Matt. He comes in and sends Jey flying off the apron before laying Jimmy out with the Twist of Fate! The tag is made to Jeff and he hits the Swanton Bomb, hooking the inside leg for the three count.
The crowd roars for The Hardy Boyz as they come in to the middle of the ring, celebrating their victory. After going to the top rope to get the crowd brewing some more, they drop down and turn to The Usos standing with their hands on their hips. Jimmy and Jey nod before extending a handshake, Jeff and Matt being a little hesitant before accepting it. Jimmy and Jey pat them on the back, encouraging them to go and win the tag titles at No Way Out. They exit the ring, The Hardy Boyz left to continue the celebration.
Commercial Break
Back from break, Triple H is backstage with Stephanie McMahon watching the tape of when he laid out Mick Foley a few weeks back. Hunter lets out a chuckle, saying that was one of the best feelings he has had in a long time. In walks Batista and Randy Orton and he shuts the television off, standing up and looking towards the two. "Dave! Randy! What can I do for you guys?" He asks with a smile, the two looking at each other. Batista says that he didn't appreciate Randy doing what he did earlier on. Orton rolls his eyes and scoffs, shaking his head. "Dave, all I did was add insult to injury on Seth. I don't see what the problem is when it is just going to help both of us down the road!" Batista starts to yell, claiming that Orton was trying to one-up him to which Hunter orders them to shut up. "It doesn't matter, guys! Just keep getting the job done! I have faith in the both of you to get to No Way Out, be the final two and one of you to end up with a title shot at Extreme Rules. Randy had your back out there earlier, Dave, now have his later when he faces Roman Reigns. Now get out of here." Orton and Batista take a moment before heading out, Triple H turning back to Stephanie and saying that they are going to have a good Valentine's Day, but he can't say the same for that relationship between Orton and Batista.
Elsewhere, Renee Young is standing by with the United States Champion Sheamus, Antonio Cesaro, Big Show and Bo Dallas. She thanks the four for their time and questions what their opinion is with The New Nation targeting them over recent weeks. Sheamus shrugs his shoulders. "I don't know what their problem is, Renee. But, all I know is we are a united front. We don't back down from a fight! None of us!" Dallas leans in and says that they all have that, and one other thing in common. He says that they are all Bo-lievers! The crowd chuckles from inside the arena, Cesaro putting his hand out in front of Dallas. "Bottom line is, all four of those guys deserve a bit of swinging." Show puts up his fist, saying they also need a little fist to their mouths. Sheamus notes that he talked to Triple H earlier and at No Way Out, the four of them will get to go against The New Nation in a four on four match. "We're gonna give The New Nation quite the beating, fella!" He pounds on his chest and heads off with the other three.
Commercial Break
KAITLYN DEF. BRIE BELLA (W/NIKKI BELLA) » The match goes back and forth early, Nikki trying to help her sister get a cheap advantage. Brie gets multiple near falls and gets frustrated, slamming Kaitlyn's head off the mat. She misses a corner clothesline, however, and Kaitlyn responds with a huge suplex! She uses her strength to get tons of momentum going, hitting Brie with multiple slams to get two count after two count. She avoids a big kick from Brie and drops her with a brutal spear right in the middle of the ring! Kaitlyn hooks both legs up for the pinfall.
Before Kaitlyn can even begin to celebrate, Paige's theme music hits and the Diva's Champion makes her way out to the stage with a microphone in her hand. "What a terrible person you truly are, Kaitlyn!" She shouts, motioning towards the titantron. The replay from Raw airs where Kaitlyn and Paige were made to team up against The Bella Twins, where Kaitlyn would spear the Diva's Champion. Back in the arena, Paige shakes her head towards Kaitlyn - whom returns the look with a smile. "How dare you! For even one night, you couldn't be a good person and just get the win. Instead, you speared me? Well let me tell you something, my dear little Kaitlyn, you will never be the Diva's Champion! You will never be like me and you will never be the Queen of the Diva's like me!" She gives a cold stare before turning around and heading towards the back, Kaitlyn just smiling up the ramp towards her rival.
A graphic appears for the main event still to come later on tonight: Randy Orton versus Roman Reigns!
Commercial Break
Returning, Byron Saxton is backstage with AJ Styles. He thanks him for his time and asks about the recent rivalry that seems to be brewing with The Miz. "You know, Byron, I've put up with a lot of guys in my career. Cocky, rude... all that. Miz is everything that is wrong with not only this company, but this entire world. He has been prancing around the WWE for a few years now and he thinks just because I didn't come here until late in my career he can show me up?" He shakes his head, claiming that The Miz isn't awesome but rather awful. He says that if Miz is looking for a fight, he'll be more than happy to give him one on Raw this Monday.
WILLIAM REGAL (W/THE COMMONWEALTH) DEF. DARREN YOUNG » In preparation for his match with Chris Jericho on Monday, Regal completely dominates Young very quickly. He delivers a vicious knee trembler in the corner but it only results in a two count. He gets very aggressive and almost gets disqualified at the count of four - the referee having to pull him back. Young launches off the second turnbuckle with a dropkick and gets a near fall! He surprises Regal with a few more near falls. Damien Sandow gets on the apron and begins to yell at the official, allowing the veteran to put brass knuckles on and blast Young right in the face! He hooks both legs up, Sandow dropping from the apron, and gets the three.
The crowd boos as The Commonwealth all enter the ring together, standing over the lifeless body of Young. Wade Barrett takes a microphone and adjusts his Intercontinental Championship over his shoulder. "Chris Jericho, take note! Because this will be your fate on Monday against William. Then your little journey towards a title shot against me will be destroyed!" He drops the microphone and holds his championship belt high over his head, the rest of The Commonwealth kneeling before their 'king'.
Commercial Break
Returning, a graphic appears for Hulk Hogan being announced as the host of WrestleMania XXX - as announced on WWE.com this week! The crowd pops in the background as Michael Cole explains that Hogan will be on Raw on Monday night to address his return to the WWE as the host of WrestleMania, as well as make a huge blockbuster announcement! Also this Monday, three matches featuring the No Way Out Elimination Chamber participants will take place with multiple former rivalries going head to head: Seth Rollins faces Randy Orton, Batista takes on CM Punk and John Cena battles Roman Reigns!
Backstage, Renee Young is standing by with Paul Heyman and Roman Reigns. She thanks them for their time and asks how they are feeling going in to this match with Randy Orton and the Elimination Chamber next Sunday. "My client, Renee Young, is the most vicious up and coming superstar the WWE has seen since... well, Brock Lesnar. Name sounds familiar doesn't it?" He grins, patting his client on the back. "Tonight, my client gets to go toe to toe with Randy Orton and show 'The Viper' that he isn't that far up the food chain. As for next Sunday at No Way Out? My client gets to go up against not only Mr. Orton, but Batista, John Cena, Seth Rollins and - yes - CM Punk... speaking of CM Punk... did you see what he tried to do to me on Monday night?" He shakes his head, saying that it was absolutely unbelievable. He says that CM Punk - and all the other Elimination Chamber participants - should be watching tonight because his client is going to mane and destroy Randy Orton. "Believe that." Reigns states, cocking his fist before heading off along with Heyman as the main event is coming up next!
Commercial Break
ROMAN REIGNS (W/PAUL HEYMAN) DEF. RANDY ORTON (W/BATISTA) » The bell rings, both men going at it ferociously with fists. Reigns gets the upper hand with a brutal boot to the chest and takes total control. He gets tons of near falls and sets up for the Superman Punch early, only for Orton to catch him with an RKO out of nowhere! He hooks both legs up but Reigns somehow manages to kick out. A commercial break comes with both men down on the mat. After the break, Orton maintains control of the contest. He sets up for the rope hung DDT but gets shoved back, Reigns taking him by the neck and throwing him over to the floor! The two brawl on the outside to the count of eight, Reigns tossing Orton head first in to the announce table. He rolls in and out of the ring before being confronted by Batista. The two stare down and begin to exchange words, Orton taking advantage to attack Reigns from behind. He ends up getting tossed between the second and first rope, however, allowing Reigns to hit him with his signature leaping boot to the face! Reigns gets a near fall back inside the ring. After a few minutes of back and forth action, Reigns hits the Superman Punch but Batista yanks the referee from the ring as he goes to count the pin! The Animal comes in to the ring and goes for a spear on Reigns, only to hit Orton as Reigns avoids it! Batista gets back up in shock, getting Superman Punched right through the ropes! Reigns hooks both legs of Orton as Heyman pushes the referee back in to the ring to count the three.
The Citizens Business Bank Arena gives a mixed reaction to the result as Reigns gets back on to his feet, Heyman joining him in the ring. The commentary team goes over the replays to the finish, but back in the arena as Reigns is celebrating the crowd explodes as CM Punk comes hopping over the barricade and in to the ring - wielding a steel chair! Heyman turns around and drops to the mat in fear, begging Punk not to hit him! Reigns comes charging forward with a Superman Punch but Punk smashes the chair in to his fist! He hits a couple of hard strikes to the shoulder and back - hitting one last huge one across the back to drop Reigns to the mat and out of the ring! Punk storms all around the ring, yelling out to the crowd! He holds the chair up high, having gotten some revenge on Reigns for what happened on Raw! Reigns is caught up with by Heyman as Punk is left staring them down with a smile. Thursday Night Smackdown comes to an end.
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Post by ✖ AJ on Dec 26, 2014 0:19:35 GMT -5
| Elimination Chamber Match for an Undisputed WWE Championship Match after WrestleMania XXX John Cena vs Randy Orton vs CM Punk vs Roman Reigns vs Seth Rollins vs Batista
Bryan's Title Match at WrestleMania on the Line Bryan Danielson vs Dolph Ziggler
WWE Tag Team Championship Luke Harper and Erick Rowan(c) vs The Hardy Boyz
Diva's Championship Paige(c) vs Kaitlyn
Ambrose Must Wear a Straight Jacket Dean Ambrose vs Mark Henry
Eight Man Tag Team Match The New Nation (R-Truth, Big E Langston, Kofi Kingston and Titus O'Neil) vs Sheamus, Antonio Cesaro, Big Show and Bo Dallas
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| Official Theme Song | February 23, 2014 - Target Center - Minneapolis, MN | "Addicted to Pain" by Alter Bridge |
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Post by snickelodeon on Dec 26, 2014 6:37:35 GMT -5
112 pages!! Mental... In my 9 pages I have written up 76 shows and while you average a fair few replies per show you must have done over 900 shows!! Fair play AJ that's impressive buddy...
Smack Down tonight was a nice enjoyable wrestling show. Enjoyed the opening promo. Rollins and Batista would have had a good match enjoyed the tension between Orton and Dave afterwards. Good opening.
Ziggler/Axel & Hardys tag match would have been good matches especially the tag match.
Divas always lose me try as Ryan might to keep them entertaining it's almost impossible with me. Still hard to imagine AJ in the WWE.
Smart idea to give Regal a squash.
Not happy the Authority are back hopefully it's leading somewhere.
Main Event was good it was a like a test run before the Punk run in, testing Reigns as a face. The brawl at the end was hot.
Really enjoyed the show it was a good read! 112 Pages....
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Post by Planktung on Dec 26, 2014 18:30:56 GMT -5
Little stupid bitch. Two plus two not knowing what the it is bitch. Seth Rollins starting the show is always lovely. Liked his explanation for why he didn't save John Cena on RAW. Cena didn't deserve it anyways. He's a terrible person. Quick lead in to the match between Rollins and Batista. Batista winning was fine, I suppose. Another Rollins victory would have made him look even more strong than he already has as of late. Orton one upping Batista? Nobody one ups Batista. We don't even know how big his dick is yet. Dolph Ziggler defeating Curtis Axel was an obvious call. Ziggler needs all of the momentum he can get before ultimately losing to Bryan Danielson at No Way Out. I do hope that after WrestleMania, Ziggler can get back into a prominent role. A little torn on you giving away The Hardy Boyz vs. The Usos on free television, and on SmackDown no less. This could have been the WrestleMania Tag Team Championship match, assuming that Matt and Jeff defeat The Wyatt Family at No Way Out. Sheamus, Antonio Cesaro, Big Show and Bo Dallas is a really odd pairing. Their promo came off as a bit awkward to me. Oh well. New Nation will likely be going over at No Way Out anyways. Kaitlyn defeating Brie Bella, good. Paige is right! Kaitlyn will never be the Queen of the Divas! She will never have the biggest and most glorious tits on the roster. Oh, wait. Never mind. Every time I see Byron Saxton's name appear in this diary, I think of Ryan Braxton. ever happened to him? Doesn't matter. Sign Freight Train. AJ Styles hasn't really clicked for me yet here. He needs to get a bit of upper mid card, or even main event, shine down the road. I get the feeling he'll be a vital character following WrestleMania. William Regal defeating Darren Young was fine to give him some momentum heading into his match with Chris Jericho on RAW. Lastly, Roman Reigns defeating Randy Orton was kind of expected. Sort of reminded me of Cesaro defeating Orton on this episode in reality since it was a similar scenario. Heel vs. heel, up and comer gets the victory. CM Punk's appearance afterwards was a fine way to close the show. Roman deserved it, dammit! Good edition of SmackDown. Looking forward to the ACTUAL go-home week of television for No Way Out.
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Post by tg11 on Dec 26, 2014 19:34:43 GMT -5
- Rollins starting off the show, definitely loved it but what I loved even more was his explanation for not saving Cena and it makes sense because Cena deserved what he had coming after Cena gave him an AA, Rollins was just returning the favor but to see both Batista and Orton come out to interrupt Rollins to lead up to Rollins vs Batista I love too
- Batista beating Rollins, I kind of figured that Rollins would beat Batista considering all the momentum he has had but Batista winning makes sense but seeing Orton come in one-upping Batista like that, I wonder if there is some tension brewing between Batista and Orton?
- Ziggler beating Axel was so obvious and considering Ziggler is going to need all the momentum he can get before facing Bryan Danielson at No Way Out considering whoever wins that match at No Way Out faces the WWE Undisputed Champion Brock Lesnar but knowing Danielson I am sure he was watching this
- Ziggler when it comes to WrestleMania I could see him in the Andre the Giant Battle Royal that is if that is Hogan's huge announcement that he is going to make, then Ziggler I could see him as a favorite in that match
- Yes The Hardy Boyz vs The Usos on live TV on free TV, this has WrestleMania match written all over this and the fact that you would show it on free TV I am just surprised but in a sense I do sort of understand why you did this but seeing The Hardy Boyz vs The Usos this is a dream match as far as tag team wrestling goes and to see The Hardy Boyz go over The Usos, I definitely did not expect that
- Sheamus, Big Show, Mr. Money in the Bank Cesaro and Bo Dallas facing The New Nation, these 4 men have a common enemy but can they get the job done at No Way Out? I guess we will find out
- Kaitlyn beating Brie Bella comes as no surprise really but seeing the WWE Divas Champion Paige come out I really loved that because it builds up their match more for No Way Out in the sense that this match has become all the more personal which is great
- AJ Styles vs The Miz this Monday on RAW, I wonder if Miz will accept AJ Styles' challenge or if Miz will find some excuse not to? Either way I think this match won't happen on RAW but will happen at No Way Out instead on the Kickoff Show
- The veteran of The Commonwealth, William Regal, a true veteran in every sense of the word, this is like his first match on a RAW or a Smackdown episode in a really long long time and in his first match back he actually not only beats Darren Young but beats him decisively and literally, this match wasn't even close and Jericho is going to have to face him on Monday, but can Jericho get the job done and beat Regal? If he does then he is all that much more closer to an WWE Intercontinental Championship match against Commonwealth leader Wade Barrett
- Roman Reigns beating Randy Orton does not come as a surprise to me either considering Reigns is a Beast, but also because he is a Paul Heyman Guy through and through in every sense of the word, and even though this was a heel vs heel match-up, the right heel went over with Reigns going over Orton but Punk showing up after I fully expected that that's for sure but to see Punk standing tall to end Smackdown, could that happen at No Way Out?
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Post by ✖ AJ on Dec 27, 2014 22:50:15 GMT -5
FEBRUARY 17, 2014 FROM THE PEPSI CENTER IN DENVER, COLORADO
The cameras come in to the Pepsi Center from Denver, Colorado - Michael Cole, Jerry 'The King' Lawler and John Bradshaw Layfield giving the opening introductions to the show! Tonight, a preview of the Elimination Chamber on Sunday as John Cena faces Roman Reigns, Batista takes on CM Punk and Randy Orton goes to toe toe with Seth Rollins. Also, the host of WrestleMania is in the arena...
With that, the signature theme music of Hulk Hogan hits to an absolutely thunderous ovation from the Pepsi Center! The WWE Hall of Famer and wrestling legend emerges from the back slowly, gesturing his hand to his ear with a big smile. "Hulk Hogan is back! Hulk Hogan is back!" Michael Cole shouts with joy on commentary, noting how it is his first time in seven years that The Hulkster has been in a WWE ring. He steps right in to the squared circle and continues to get the crowd fired up, leading to a big chant of 'Hogan!' throughout the Pepsi Center. He takes a moment to take it all in before gesturing to the crowd with his hand cupped over his ear once again. "Well let me tell you something, brother!" He shouts, receiving a ginormous pop. "The Hulkster is back here in the WWE and boy oh boy what an announcement do I have for all of you, brothers! If you didn't already see the big news last week on WWE.com or on the news, the host of WrestleMania this year in New Orleans is none other than yours truly, Hulk Hogan, brother!" The Colorado crowd once again pops, as Hogan explains how it wouldn't be the thirtieth anniversary of WrestleMania without Hulkamania. He talks about how it was March 31, 1985 that he teamed up with Mr. T to take on Roddy Piper and Paul Orndorff, in a moment that defined what WrestleMania was all about! He says that he doesn't mention that for no reason, because he has a major announcement that is related to that. "You've heard the rumors over the past year or so, brothers, but it is finally coming to surface! I was given not only the honor of hosting WrestleMania XXX in April, but I was given the honor of announcing publicly to each and every one of you Hulkamaniacs that next Monday night on Raw, the WWE is launching the WWE Network!" Another pop comes from the WWE Universe, Hogan explaining how the Network will be made available immediately after the conclusion of No Way Out on Sunday, featuring tons of original WWE programming and every single pay-per-view the WWE has ever produced, all the way back to the very first WrestleMania! Not only that, but it will be for the low price of $9.99! He further explains how not only will you get every pay-per-view from the past, but the future as well! "That's right, brothers, that means if you get the WWE Network you get to see WrestleMania XXX for just $9.99!"
As Hogan goes to talk some more, the crowd explodes to the surprising "IF YA SMELL! WHAT THE ROCK! IS COOKIN!" Michael Cole, Jerry Lawler and JBL begin to question if this is for real on commentary and it is as The Rock emerges from the back! The People's Champion marches back and forth across the stage, getting the fans even more fired up. He marches right down to the ring and takes a microphone from ringside, stopping in front of Hogan before cracking a smile and shaking his hand. He steps back, Hogan asking what The Rock is doing here. The Brahma Bull raises an eyebrow and leans down. "Finally! THE ROCK! HAS COME BACK! TO DENNNVERRR!" He shouts out, getting another giant pop. He begins to laugh again, patting Hogan on the shoulder. "You know, The Rock flew all the way to Denver to find out that Hulk Hogan was here. The Rock found out that Hulk Hogan was back and hosting WrestleMania XXX and The Rock found out that Hulk Hogan was announcing the WWE Network for only $9.99!" He grins, saying that kind of has a ring to it. He starts to sing about '$9.99' and stops himself, saying that he came here because this is WrestleMania season. This is WrestleMania season and he had a blast last year, even though he got his ass kicked by Brock Lesnar. He jokes that Hogan knows how that feels, which he nods to. "But The Rock came back. The Rock came back at Summerslam and he whooped the candy ass of Brock Lesnar! Just like Bryan Danielson or Dolph Ziggler will do when they get that shot at WrestleMania. Then The Rock came back again and The Rock teamed up with John Cena! The Rock teamed up with John Cena to take on the duck dynasty and what did The Rock and John Cena do? Took their beards, turned them sumbitches sideways and stuck 'em straight up all three of their candy asses!" He paces back and forth around the ring, a huge 'Rocky' chant filling the arena. Rock says that brings him to the here and now. Tonight, The Rock is here because he has some unfinished business he can't be thinking about when April 6th rolls around. He says that he wants John Cena to come out here right here and right now! The Denver crowd gets a bit anxious, seeming to know what is coming. After a few moments, Cena's music hits and he makes his way out from the back to a very loud mixture of cheers and boos.
Cena comes down to the ring with a microphone of his own and stands right up in front of The Rock, shaking hands with Hogan before turning back to the man that called him out. "What do you want, Rock? You want to hit me with the Rock Bottom like you did back at Survivor Series?" He wags his finger, asking The Rock if he wants to 'layeth the Smacketh down' upon him or talk about how he dresses. "Or maybe you want to talk about how you haven't shown your face since Survivor Series and now you're coming out here trying to suck up to these people. Well let me tell you something, Rock, these people aren't stupid! Some of them may be blinded by the light that you're flashing but they aren't stupid. So, why don't you just get whatever it is off your chest and get to stepping?" The fans let out an 'ooh' as Rock snickers, looking towards Hogan and back to Cena. He asks John if he really feels that way, to which Cena goes to answer only to be met with a 'It doesn't matter how you feel!' to an electric pop. Rock takes a few steps back and forth, cracking a laugh in Cena's face - whom only responds with a cold stare. "The Rock understands John! The Rock understands you're a bit frustrated. You're frustrated because the people cheer The People's Champ even though he has a very busy schedule and can't make it each and every night like The Rock would love to! But while The Rock isn't making it to Monday Night Raw week in and week out, The Rock is out making movies for the enjoyment of the people! It may not be in the ring, but at least it is something! So don't be out here insulting The Rock about how much he cares about the people. The Rock isn't 'The People's Champion' for no reason!" He shakes his head, saying that he isn't out here to hit John with a Rock Bottom or talk about the 'fruity pebble' clothes he wears or talk about how he was the runner up in the Royal Rumble. Cena laughs at the last mention before The Rock says he has called him out for one simple reason: "The Rock wants to settle things. The Rock wants to settle things that have been brewing for years and years! The Rock wants to do what the people have wanted more than Pacquio versus Mayweather! The Rock wants dreams to come true at WrestleMania XXX because The Rock wants John Cena to go one on one with the great one!" The roof nearly comes off the building over the challenge, Cena taking a moment to look around the arena and see the crowd's reaction. He looks back at Rock and asks if he is sure. "You want to go face to face with the man who runs the place?" He questions, Rock snickering at the comeback. Cena steps right up to him and they stare down, Hogan looking on the background. "Hulk, you better be prepared to get those pythons ready to hold the roof down on the Mercedes-Benz Superdome because The Rock and John Cena are gonna blow the lid off that bitch." Cena tosses his microphone to the mat and backs away, waving his hand in front of his face to Rock in a sign of 'You Can't See Me' before exiting the ring - the Pepsi Center absolutely electric!
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CHRIS JERICHO DEF. WILLIAM REGAL (W/THE COMMONWEALTH) » The bell rings and the match stays on the mat early, Regal refusing to let Jericho take control with his quickness. Y2J manages to get things back up, however, and ends up taking total control of the match. He gets multiple near falls and goes for the Walls of Jericho, Regal managing to grab the ropes before Jericho can turn it over. Wade Barrett gets on to the apron and Jericho springboard dropkicks him! He rises back up to Regal swinging the Brass Knucks, managing to avoid it. He lets Regal turn around and drops him with the Codebreaker! Jericho hooks both legs up for the three.
Jericho gets back on to his feet and raises his index finger in the air, signafying he only has one member of The Commonwealth left to beat in Damien Sandow before he gets an Intercontinental Championship match against Wade Barrett. Before he can exit the ring, however, he is dropped from behind by Drew McIntyre with an elbow to the head! The rest of The Commonwealth storms the ring, joining in on the beat down. Sandow ends up delivering the You're Welcome before pulling him back up to let Barrett hit the Bullhammer Elbow. The group stands tall over Jericho as Barrett holds up his Intercontinental Championship, shouting at Jericho he will not earn the shot at him!
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Returning, Michael Cole makes the announcement that they have received word that this Sunday at No Way Out it will be Chris Jericho versus Damien Sandow. If Jericho wins, he gets his Intercontinental Championship match against Wade Barrett! In the ring still is the 'Queen' of The Commonwealth, Paige as she is in action against Naomi.
NAOMI DEF. DIVA'S CHAMPION PAIGE IN A NON-TITLE MATCH » The match starts off with Paige completely dominating with her aggressive style. Naomi ends up blasting her with a forearm in the corner, however, and rolls her up for the two count. Paige gets frustrated and begins to get aggressive once again, almost being disqualified. As she sets up for the Paige Turner, Kaitlyn's music hits! The number one contender makes her way out from the back and marches all the way down to the ring, standing on the outside and smiling to the Diva's Champion. Paige lets go of Naomi and goes over to the ropes, ordering the referee get rid of Kaitlyn. The official doesn't, however, explaining he has no reason to. Paige, disgusted, turns around to the Rear View! Naomi hooks both legs up for the three count!
Naomi gets up, having her arm raised up by the official as the winner. She exits the ring and continues celebrating her big victory while going up the ramp, Kaitlyn slowly getting in to the ring. She stands over Paige with a smile and lets her stir before dropping her with a huge spear right in the middle of the ring! Kaitlyn gets back on to her feet, Diva's Championship in hand, and raises it up slowly with a smile - hoping that be the image everyone sees on Sunday night.
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Returning, Dean Ambrose's theme music hits and he makes his way out from the back with a straight jacket in his hands to a huge ovation from the crowd! He marches all the way down to the ring and rolls right in, waving his straight jacket around in circles. He takes a microphone from ringside and lets out a long laugh, mumbling under his breath a little bit. "I found out at No Way Out this Sunday I got to face Mark Henry in a Straight Jacket match... the only kicker being, I'm the only one wearing a straight jacket! Now, I get it, Mark is a big guy and maybe they couldn't find one that fits him but I mean... come on!" He rolls his eyes, noting how he is only in this match because Triple H doesn't want him anywhere near the Undisputed WWE Championship. He mentions Hunter removing him from the Elimination Chamber two weeks ago in order to put him in this 'ever-so-fair' contest with the World's Strongest Man. "But you know what, Hunter? I don't fear any man. I don't fear any man and I never have and I never will because when somebody tries to put fear in to me all I do is FIGHT BACK! I GOUGE HIS EYES OUT WITH MY FINGERS AND I CRADLE THOSE PUPILS LIKE SMALL LITTLE PUPPY DOGS!" He grows a grin across his face, saying that he may not be able to use his hands on Sunday but he has plenty of other uses for Mark Henry.
Triple H's theme music proceeds to hit and he makes his way out atop the stage along with his wife, Stephanie McMahon, as well as Mark Henry. They stay standing at the ramp staring down at the ring, Hunter pulling a microphone up. "You know, Dean, it is really funny how you think things work around here. You think that you can run around threatening me and threatening the likes of the World's Strongest Man and not expect repercussions... and you see where that gets you? You get in to a match at No Way Out where you have to wear a straight jacket, something that wouldn't shock me you'd have to wear for the rest of your days on this Earth after Mark gets done with you." Ambrose flaps his hand open and shut, mocking Triple H. He steps up to the ropes and says that he has beaten Mark Henry before and even if a straight jacket gets put on him, it won't mean a damn thing because he will bite, kick and headbutt his way to victory. He mentions how ever since he was a little boy the doctors have told him he should be put in a straight jacket and maybe now is the time for him to try it out, but he isn't a big fan of tight spaces so maybe it will just make him that much more crazier! The crowd pops as Hunter says he has grown tired of hearing Ambrose ramble on and on week after week, so he is setting Ambrose up with a match on Smackdown where he will wear that straight jacket. "But as for now, Dean, I'm having you escorted out of this arena because I am tired of seeing your face." The Colorado fans boo as the same security team from a couple of weeks ago comes marching down from the back and towards the ring, Ambrose bursting in to laughter. He backs to the ropes and leans against them before rushing all the way across the ring - diving through the top and middle rope right in to the security team! He hops right back on to his feet to a tremendous ovation, shaking his head wildly left and right, up and down. He comes storming up the ramp and leaps at Henry, pulverizing him with kicks He follows up with headbutts and delivers one huge dropkick that sends Henry crashing in to the mini-tron! Triple H and Stephanie stumble towards the back, Henry soon following as Ambrose gets back on to his feet with a huge smile across his face. He looks all around the buzzing arena, absolutely geared up for Sunday night! Commercial Break
BATISTA DEF. CM PUNK » The crowd begins with a chant of 'CM Punk', not even showing any favor towards Batista as he takes control early. He slams Punk to the mat multiple times and gets tons of near falls. 'The Animal' gets frustrated, which allows Punk to get back in to the match. He goes for the Go To Sleep, only for Batista to slip free and blast him with a brutal spinebuster! With both men laid out, a commercial break hits. Upon the return, back and forth action continues to go on. Punk ends up hitting a huge knee to the jaw in the corner and follows up with a huge bulldog and the Anaconda Vice, Batista refusing to tap out - causing Punk to let up with his feet on the bottom rope. As Punk continues to keep his momentum in tact over a few minutes, he prepares for the GTS only to have Roman Reigns' theme music hits. He and Paul Heyman come out to the stage and Punk tries to brush it off after giving a short stare, only to turn right to a kick to the gut and the Batista Bomb! Batista hooks both legs up for the three.
The WWE Universe boos loudly as Batista slowly rolls out of the ring, staggering away from the ring. Punk rolls around on the mat as Heyman pats Reigns on the back, the two heading towards the back with Punk crawling to the ropes in frustration.
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THE MIZ DEF. AJ STYLES VIA COUNT OUT » Once the bell tolls, Miz tries to avoid everything Styles comes at him with. After ducking away for a short while, Miz cheaply rakes the eyes and drops Styles to the mat with a clothesline. Miz continues to be cheap but Styles comes right back, getting two count after two count. He hits a springboard clothesline, but gets caught on the Pele Kick - being pulled back for a roll up that gives a two count for Miz. As Styles seems geared up moments later, Miz gets out of the ring and is followed. Miz ends up tossing Styles over the barricade as the official is counting and slides back in to the ring, the official getting to a count of ten.
The boos fill the arena as Miz gets on to his feet with a cocky smile, holding both fists up in the air. He gets on to the second turnbuckle and trash talks Styles as he staggers back up in the crowd. Miz drops back down and starts to taunt to the crowd, Styles storming back in to the ring! Miz notices just in time, however, and dives out of the ring. He stumbles up the ramp and towards the back, still smiling, as Styles has suffered his first defeat in the WWE - albeit via count out.
Backstage, Seth Rollins is seen waking down the halls as he goes against Randy Orton - next!
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SETH ROLLINS DEF. RANDY ORTON » The bell rings, the action starting off very fast paced. Orton gets the upper hand following an absolutely brutal clothesline. He stays very aggressive with Rollins, getting frustrated with every two count. He misses out on the RKO, however, being shoved chest first in to the corner - turning right in to a superkick! Rollins hooks both legs, but gets a count of two as well. The two keep going at it, each exchanging two counts. Seth goes for the Curb Stomp but Orton manages to pull away, leap up and plant him with the RKO right in the middle of the ring! He hooks both legs up, but somehow Rollins manages to kick out! The crowd goes wild for the back and forth action continuing uninterrupted, each man throwing everything they have. Rollins ends up hitting Orton with a suicide dive through the ropes and brings him right back in to the ring, getting another two count. Orton regains some momentum but after he fails on the RKO, Rollins drops him with a leaping DDT and follows up with an absolutely brutal Curb Stomp! He hooks both legs up for the three count.
Rollins stands up, a smile across his face with the crowd cheering him on. As the commentators go over the replays of the great match, Rollins starts to exit the ring. Cutting back live, however, he hesitates and the smile on his face grows even more. Orton starts to stir a bit, so Rollins takes the opportunity to drop him with another Curb Stomp! The Pepsi Center pops as Rollins stomps all around the ring, shouting while all fired up! He finally exits the ring while motioning for the championship around his waist that he intends to get at Extreme Rules.
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At ringside after the break, the trio of Michael Cole, Jerry Lawler and JBL discuss the blockbuster opening the show up. First, Hulk Hogan would announce the much-anticipated WWE Network launching on Sunday at midnight after No Way Out. Then, to the shock of everyone The Rock made his return to the WWE after four months! He would talk about how great it has been since he made his comeback two years ago and then he called out John Cena, whom he has had tension with over the years and even teamed up with at Survivor Series before challenging him to an absolutely huge match at WrestleMania - which Cena would accept. At WrestleMania XXX, one of the biggest matches of all time: John Cena versus The Rock.
Cole turns things over backstage, speaking of Cena, to Renee Young standing by with him. She thanks John for his time and questions if him accepting this major match with The Rock for WrestleMania will get in his way of his goal to win the opportunity at an Undisputed WWE Championship match inside the Elimination Chamber on Sunday. He takes a moment, pulling his hat off and scratching his head before pulling it back on. "No." He says simply, shaking his head. "It won't get in my way on Sunday, because when I step inside that Elimination Chamber... The Rock won't be there. It'll be Seth Rollins. It'll be Randy Orton. It'll be Batista, CM Punk and Roman Reigns... against me. Not The Rock. If I win that match, I get to go on to Extreme Rules and I get my shot to become the Undisputed WWE Champion. That's all that matters. Once that match comes to an end, win or lose, I can turn my attention to The Rock at WrestleMania and trust me, Renee, I don't plan on letting up one bit when I go one on one with the great one..." He smiles and says that tonight, he gets another crack at Roman Reigns - a guy he knows very well after last spring. A guy that hasn't learned his lesson since and maybe - just maybe - he'll learn tonight. Cena heads off, very determined.
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A promo video airs for No Way Out, coming on February 23, 2014 from Minneapolis, Minnesota.
R-TRUTH AND TITUS O'NEIL (W/KOFI KINGSTON AND BIG E LANGSTON) DEF. BIG SHOW AND BO DALLAS (W/SHEAMUS AND ANTONIO CESARO) » The match begins with O'Neil and Dallas. The prior dominates quickly, him and Truth making frequent tags back and forth. They completely dominate Dallas until he makes the hot tag to Show, the World's Largest Athlete coming in to the ring and display his strength. He goes for the Chokeslam on Truth but O'Neil comes in and takes out the leg. Dallas storms in to the ring to get involved, which gives enough time for Truth to recoup and hit the Scissors Kick on Show with him still on one knee! The leader of The New Nation covers Show for the three count.
The New Nation escape from the ring as Cesaro and Sheamus hop in to the ring for defense, all raising their fists up high from the ramp. Sheamus and Cesaro step up to the ropes, the United States Champion calling for a microphone. "Ay, fellas! Before we get to the big brawl on Sunday, how bout you other two hooligans get in to the ring with Mr. Money in the Bank, Antonio Cesaro and myself on Smackdown?" Kingston and Langston look to Truth and O'Neil before accepting the challenge, Sheamus and Cesaro growing smiles across their faces as Dallas and Show stand up together to stare The New Nation down.
A graphic appears for the main event still to come tonight as John Cena faces Roman Reigns!
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Returning, the confirmation is made by the commentary team that Sheamus and Antonio Cesaro will indeed face Kofi Kingston and Big E Langston on Smackdown. But also, this Thursday, the Elimination Chamber match will get one more preview as a huge six man tag team match will take place! John Cena, CM Punk and Seth Rollins team up to take on Roman Reigns, Batista and Randy Orton!
MATT HARDY (W/JEFF HARDY) DEF. WWE TAG TEAM CHAMPION ERICK ROWAN (W/LUKE HARPER) » The bell rings, Hardy firing away with fists immediately before being overpowered by Rowan. The two aggressive - but different styled - men go at it for a few minutes before Rowan goes for the first pinfall off a clothesline, getting a count of two. After tons of action going back and forth, Hardy attempts a Twist of Fate but gets lifted off the mat and pulled on to Rowan's shoulders. He steps to the middle of the ring with a gaze, Hardy managing to wiggle himself free and pull Rowan to the mat with a roll up for the one, two, three!
Rowan sits up furiously, looking all around in disbelief. Matt gets on to his feet and is decked from behind by Harper with a clothesline! Jeff comes storming in to the ring and ducks from the discus clothesline from Harper, hitting him with the Whisper in the Wind! Harper and Rowan roll out of the ring together as The Hardy Boyz celebrate together - taking the WWE Tag Team Championship belts from ringside and raising them up to the discontent of The Wyatt Family as they look to regain the belts for the first time in seven years on Sunday!
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Returning, Bryan Danielson is backstage and gets a huge ovation from inside the arena. He is talking with some production crew members before being confronted by Christian, whom gives a smile and shakes his hand. "Good to see you, man. Good to see you! Hey, I never got the chance to congratulate you on winning the Royal Rumble, man. Coming back from an injury like that and winning the Royal Rumble? Wow. Props. I can't wait to see you win against Brock Lesnar at WrestleMania!" Bryan thanks him as Christian explains that he has been dealing with some injuries of his own and perhaps he can come back and make as big of an impact sooner or later. Danielson says he'd love to see that, but before they can continue their conversation Dolph Ziggler walks up to them. "Did I hear that right, Christian? Did you just say you can't way to see Bryan beat Brock Lesnar at WrestleMania? Because the last time I checked... he is facing me for that opportunity on Sunday and I gotta say... The Show Off is probably going to win." Danielson laughs and says that he is cool with the competitive nature from Ziggler, but that isn't going to happen. As tension seems to start building up between the two, Christian puts his hands in between them. "Whoa, whoa, whoa! Gentlemen, gentlemen. I just got a great idea! How about this Thursday on Smackdown... the two of you, Bryan Danielson and Dolph Ziggler, join me on The Peep Show? Huh?" Ziggler says that sounds good to him, Danielson agreeing. They both part ways as Christian adjusts his collar with a grin, saying it is time for Christian to star once again! He gets a chuckle from the crowd as he walks away.
Back at ringside, Michael Cole reminds everyone of No Way Out coming this Sunday and it is going to be huge! He prepares to run down the card but the signature of The Wyatt Family hits. Bray Wyatt appears on the titantron once again, chuckling behind his lantern. "Time... time is a very, very precious thing. But, time, man... time always runs out. Soon, time will run out for you..." He lets out a laugh and says that next week, the sands in the hour glass will start to fall. He warns to follow the buzzards before blowing out the lantern with a bellowing laugh.
A graphic appears for the main event up next: John Cena versus Roman Reigns!
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JOHN CENA DEF. ROMAN REIGNS (W/PAUL HEYMAN) » The Denver, Colorado crowd goes back and forth with the usual chants of 'Lets Go Cena' and 'Cena Sucks', the match beginning with both men displaying their strength. Reigns gets the upper hand off a huge shoulder block, but Cena comes right back. The contest is interrupted by a commercial break after a huge clothesline from Reigns that sends Cena to the outside and to the floor. On the return, Reigns remains in control. He misses the Superman Punch and Cena drops him to the mat for the STF, Reigns struggling in the hold. He seems prepared to tap out but uses all of his strength to get to the bottom rope and grab a hold of it. Cena lets go and gets back on to his feet. He brings Reigns back up but gets blasted with a hard shot to the gut. The match keeps going back and forth, Reigns hitting a spear out of nowhere that results in a count of two! As he keeps control going, Cena catches him on another spear attempt on to his shoulders - seeming prepared for the Attitude Adjustment. Heyman hops on to the apron, however, only for CM Punk to come rushing down to the ring and take Heyman down! Cena tosses Reigns off with the AA and hooks both legs up for the three count.
The crowd gives a mixed reaction that quickly turns to cheers as Punk comes in to the ring and hits Cena with a kick to the back of the head! He mounts on top of Reigns and begins to pummel him with shots to the head. Randy Orton and Batista storm down to the ring and rip Punk off, throwing him down to the mat and beating him down. Seth Rollins soon comes rushing down to the ring to join in on things - all hell breaking loose! Tons of officials comes storming down to the ring to try and break things up, only for the six to refuse to let up! Monday Night Raw comes to a chaotic end!
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Post by ✖ AJ on Dec 27, 2014 22:52:27 GMT -5
| Elimination Chamber Match for an Undisputed WWE Championship Match after WrestleMania XXX John Cena vs Randy Orton vs CM Punk vs Roman Reigns vs Seth Rollins vs Batista
Bryan's Title Match at WrestleMania on the Line Bryan Danielson vs Dolph Ziggler
WWE Tag Team Championship Luke Harper and Erick Rowan(c) vs The Hardy Boyz
Diva's Championship Paige(c) vs Kaitlyn
Ambrose Must Wear a Straight Jacket Dean Ambrose vs Mark Henry
Eight Man Tag Team Match The New Nation (R-Truth, Big E Langston, Kofi Kingston and Titus O'Neil) vs Sheamus, Antonio Cesaro, Big Show and Bo Dallas
If Jericho Wins, He gets an Intercontinental Championship Match Chris Jericho vs Damien Sandow
| Date, Venue and Location
| Official Theme Song | February 23, 2014 - Target Center - Minneapolis, MN | "Addicted to Pain" by Alter Bridge |
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Post by DTP. on Dec 28, 2014 15:33:03 GMT -5
WWE Monday Night RAW: Monday 17th February 2014…Alright, good to see Hulk Hogan kick off RAW to begin the hype process for WrestleMania XXX next month. Of course though he is a nostalgia train, but I’d like to see something actually happen with him (preferably not wrestling anyway). Oh boy, the WWE Network is coming. Well. Oh right? The Rock is here too? Man, you’re just sh*tting money and buyrates away for this one. John Cena too? I would have saved this for Elimination Chamber, honestly. A big hype promo here for WrestleMania XXX, as well as a big hype mobile for the WWE Network launching next week to relive The Rock vs Hulk Hogan as well as other Hogan and Rock matches. Probably a good call retaining Cena and Rock’s match-up…hopefully it doesn’t lead to a rematch though. Chris Jericho defeating William Regal was fine, a good match here as expected – it should have been noted that this is a rematch from WrestleMania X-Seven being that you’re pushing the Network here. A nice shine for Regal since his glory days are behind him at this point. Jericho is going through the Commonwealth though, and I guess a match for the Intercontinental Championship is in the distance…I just don’t think Jericho needs another reign, though. Hopefully he doesn’t regain that title. I suppose Damien Sandow is next? Naomi with a win against Paige was okay, but it hurts the Divas Champion at the same time I feel. With WWE in real life overusing the “champion gets pinned in a non-title match” angle leading to title matches, I don’t really care for this one bit. Dean Ambrose with another promo with Triple H. You should spice these up a bit. I did like the quotes you made for Dean, though. However I am still not excited one bit for Ambrose meeting Mark Henry at Elimination Chamber: it’ll just be an awkward match. Damn, CM Punk and Batista could have had more hype behind it. Batista with a win is fine, whatever. Sounded like a good second hour introduction in any event. Roman Reigns obviously helped things. Again, try and create interesting new angles for these matches rather than “hey look someone else, oh man they cost them the match with/without any physical interaction). The Miz defeating AJ Styles is probably most realistic an approach here. The count-out victory kept AJ strong though, despite Miz just simply forcing a count-out win. I suppose this will lead to a rematch. Got a “filler match” vibe here nonetheless. Seth Rollins with a victory over Randy Orton is BIG. Again, can’t help but feel you’re throwing big pay-per-view worthy matches away on free television – but you can’t do anything about that in the three-hour RAW era. Meh, a good match though. I’m surprised Rollins got a clean win honestly. John Cena’s promo was pretty good on the Rock – you’ll need to do more to sell me as a reader on this match, though. When I think back to their matches all I can think of is “finisher, kickout, finisher, kickout” etc. R-Truth and Titus O’Neil with a win over Big Show and Bo Dallas: this is still the most thrown together feud to me. Why are Sheamus, Antonio Cesaro, Bo Dallas and Big Show united? Who are the heels here? Who are the faces? I just don’t really have any reason to care about this program. Could the payoff match be a good one? Probably. But this still doesn’t impact my interest and visibly from you booking this feud into “filler” sections of the show you don’t either. Matt Hardy with a win against Erick Rowan was always going to happen. Luke Harper is the golden boy of the Wyatt Family, no doubt. Where is Bray Wyatt in all of this anyway? I sincerely hope the Wyatts beat the Hardys at Elimination Chamber though: Jeff and Matt have no use for another run as Tag Team Champions. Another Bryan Danielson and Dolph Ziggler segment that didn’t include a match or anything: I guess you’re going for the non-physical hype factor with this, but I think this storyline needs more focus on Monday Night RAW if you want anybody to doubt Bryan is retaining his WrestleMania title shot. That said, it seems likely that Bryan’s beating Ziggler at Elimination Chamber. But I must say, the build between these two has been really lacklustre. And finally, John Cena defeating Roman Reigns made for a solid main event that could main event a pay-per-view one day. CM Punk with the assistance makes it up for Punk in a case of even-Steven booking. It does appear that you’re going through the motions setting up for WrestleMania XXX. I have no doubt that we’ll see more worthy television next week onwards. Still a decent show, but certain angles seemed questionable as to where they fit on this card.
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Post by Elliot on Dec 28, 2014 17:02:45 GMT -5
A big opener with the Hulkster, maybe too big for Raw with The Rock and John Cena as well, but definitely an epic segment. Will be interesting to see how you use Hogan going forward, if at all after WrestleMania. A good victory for Jericho, but alas he find himself on his ass, courtesy of those Commonwealth bastards! Who even likes the British anyway? Shocking win for Naomi, but with Kaitlyn's involvement it was necessary. I think Paige will ultimately retain though and head into 'Mania as Champion. Ambrose is one crazy sumbitch! Love this feud he has with Triple H and the Authority. I see him somehow going over Henry in the Straight Jacket Match at No Way Out leading to his encounter with Hunter at the big one. Victory for Batista thanks to mind games from Roman Reigns - makes sense. Still can't see AJ Styles in a WWE ring but a feud with the Miz is decent. I think he should move onto bigger things after that though. I think the only way I'm going to really believe him as a WWE talent is if he's established with some gold down the line. Curb Stomp central for Orton, Rollins as a babyface is strange after seeing his heel run. Maybe it could be in the pipeline in this diary? The Blacks win. Say no more. The Hardy Boys as WWE Tag Team Champions is still settling on me I think, but it's good to see them back on top. It's just a mystery as to who will knock them off and where they go from there when they do. Danielson and Ziggler on the Peep Show can only mean bad things. Talk shows never go without trouble. A big win for John Cena, and it made sense for CM Punk to get his revenge. Chaotic closes are always fun. Looking forward to No Way Out.
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Post by tg11 on Dec 28, 2014 17:36:42 GMT -5
- Seeing Hogan start off RAW and just when he is about to make his WrestleMania 30 announcement he is interrupted by The Rock of all people, now that was definitely unexpected, The Rock is back on RAW, The Rock has returned to WWE and now that he is back and he is in the same ring with Hogan at the same time it brings back memories and Rock calls out Cena and Cena right on cue comes out, 3 of the greatest of their generations in the same ring at the same time, Hogan, Rock and Cena the 3 greatest superstars perhaps of all time in the same ring but only to build up Rock vs Cena for WrestleMania 30, I can bet Cena will accept Rock's challenge and I was right, it seems it will be Rock vs Cena at WrestleMania 30, First Time Ever in this diary, at the 30th anniversary of WrestleMania I definitely can't wait and with Hogan hosting WrestleMania 30 this will be even better
- Jericho beating the veteran of The Commonwealth beating William Regal, he has gone through McIntyre, Rose and now Regal and now the only person who Jericho has to get through to get a WWE Intercontinental Championship match against Commonwealth leader Wade Barrett is Damien Sandow but after the match Regal and company putting the boots to Jericho with Barrett getting the last word, yes I can almost guarantee that now Jericho after this will get by Sandow and ultimately Barrett will have no choice but to defend his WWE Intercontinental Championship against Jericho who is a 9-time WWE Intercontinental Champion in your diary, can Jericho win the title for an unprecedented 10th time?
- Naomi beating WWE Divas Champion Paige at the same time hurts Paige kind of in a sense because she needs all the momentum she can get heading into No Way Out considering she has to defend her WWE Divas Championship against Kaitlyn but at the same time this win really helps elevate Naomi as a future #1 Contender for the WWE Divas Championship so in a sense I could understand why you made this call
- Dean Ambrose's segment with Triple H I am telling you will lead to Ambrose facing Triple H at WrestleMania 30 at the 30th anniversary of WrestleMania but of course in order for Ambrose to make it to WrestleMania 30 he is going to have to get by Mark Henry in a Straight Jacket Match but honestly with the promo work between Triple H and Ambrose here, I feel that Henry is more or less just secondary in all of this he is more or less a go-between when he should be the one delivering promos with Ambrose and doing all this other stuff with Ambrose, Henry has more or less become an Authority lackey in a sense
- Batista beating CM Punk, I honestly expected Punk to beat Batista considering Batista he has had the least momentum out of the 6 Elimination Chamber participants losing match after match until now beating his former rival CM Punk all be it with help because Roman Reigns got involved well not directly but indirectly which cost Punk his match but I can definitely see Punk returning the favor costing Reigns his match later on tonight
- Miz beating AJ Styles giving AJ Styles his first loss here in WWE all be it by count-out but still a count-out loss doesn't really hurt AJ Styles but at the same time it kind of kills the momentum he had coming in but at the same time this really helps Miz too in the sense that it elevates Miz but at the same time I see this leading to a re-match and if the rematch happens it will obviously be at No Way Out
- Seth Rollins beating Randy Orton doesn't come as a surprise either considering Rollins he has had all the momentum out of the 6 Elimination Chamber superstars that are going to be in the Chamber, Rollins he has been coming in white-hot winning match after match but when it comes down to it at No Way Out, will Rollins be able to get the job done and win the Chamber?
- Cena's promo, he seems ready for No Way Out but is his mind really set on this Elimination Chamber Match? Or is his head really somewhere else? The Rock has certainly gotten into the mind of John Cena, Rock has definitely played mind games with Cena so I wonder if Cena can really focus for No Way Out and win the Chamber?
- R-Truth and Titus O'Neil of The New Nation beating Big Show and Bo Dallas, doesn't really surprise me considering The New Nation ever since forming they have become one of the most fastest-rising stables in WWE they have more or less made an impact and not to mention if anything I would say hell The New Nation are even better than The Commonwealth and that is saying something right there because The New Nation have potential I will say that
- Sheamus & Mr. Money in the Bank Cesaro teaming up to take on Kofi and Big E., I can't wait to see that match once it happens and it looks like it will this Thursday on Smackdown
- Matt Hardy one half of the Hardy Boyz beating one half of the WWE Tag Team Champions beating Erick Rowan of the Wyatt Family, I definitely did not expect this considering this is Matt Hardy's first singles match back in the WWE since 2009 in your diary and it looks like Matt Hardy hasn't missed a step in the ring doesn't have that ring rust but at the same time can The Hardy Boyz win the WWE Tag Team Championships at No Way Out? Can Matt and Jeff become tag champs again for the first time since 2006-07?
- Danielson and Ziggler their match build-up for No Way Out has been to say the least left something to be desired considering Ziggler he has not really looked the part as far as being a real threat to Bryan Danielson's WrestleMania title shot which he earned by winning the 2014 Royal Rumble and Danielson he has had all the momentum ever since the Royal Rumble yes sure Ziggler has won matches here and there but still he hasn't really proven himself in the sense that Ziggler he can't even be considered a threat to Brock Lesnar and the only threat that I think that Lesnar would consider a real threat would be Danielson
- John Cena in the main event beating his former rival Paul Heyman Guy Roman Reigns, these 2 had quite the rivalry back in 2013 in this diary especially when Roman Reigns first broke on to the scene as a Paul Heyman Guy and his first major feud was with Cena so to see these 2 former rivals go at it again in the main event at least for me was quite a treat but to see CM Punk cost Reigns his match, I told you Punk would return the favor and I was right
6 MORE NIGHTS UNTIL NO WAY OUT!!!!!! 6 MORE DAYS!!! I definitely cannot wait to see what happens on Smackdown, perhaps we get Batista vs Roman Reigns in the main event and we get Orton vs Cena and we get Punk vs Rollins
Or perhaps we get Rollins, Cena, and Punk teaming up to take on Batista, Orton and Reigns in a 6-Man Tag Team Main Event on Smackdown this Thursday
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Post by ✖ AJ on Dec 29, 2014 9:00:03 GMT -5
FEBRUARY 20, 2014 FROM THE WORLD ARENA IN COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO
The cameras come inside of The World Arena in Colorado Springs, Colorado! Michael Cole and John Bradshaw Layfield welcome everyone to the show, where tonight we have a huge main event to preview Sunday's mega main event as it is six man tag team action! John Cena teams up with CM Punk and Seth Rollins to take on the trio of Roman Reigns, Randy Orton and Batista! Also tonight, Dean Ambrose gives a taste of Sunday as he competes in a straight jacket! Plus, the Peep Show is back and it is right here, right now to kick off Smackdown!
The crowd pops as Christian's theme music hits, Captain Charisma making his way out from the back with his hand over his eyes to peer out across the arena. He makes his way down and in to the ring on to the set of The Peep Show, taking a microphone from one of his chairs. "Man, it feels good to be back here on Smackdown and it damn sure feels good to be back here in Colorado Springs! Things have changed a bit since I was last here... you know, a little hazy." He gives a wink to the crowd as they chuckle at the recent law change joke. Christian mentions how this past Monday he got in the middle of Dolph Ziggler and Bryan Danielson and suggested they settle things before their match on Sunday by coming on The Peep Show. So, without further ado, he wants to get his guests down to the ring! He starts off by bringing Ziggler down to the ring, whom gets a great pop from the crowd. The Show Off marches down to the ring and shakes the hand of Christian, before Bryan Danielson's theme music hits to an even greater pop! He leads on the 'Yes!' chants with the Colorado crowd. The current number one contender for the Undisputed WWE Championship makes his way down and in to the ring - staring across at his opponent for Sunday.
Christian smiles and asks the two to take a set but they don't, Christian offering them to stand instead then. "So boys, we're just a few days away from your match at No Way Out and I want to know! I want to know! What makes you think you can beat the other?" Ziggler steps forward and stops Danielson from answering, saying 'The Show Off' deserves to go first. "Last year at WrestleMania we opened the show with me defending my World Heavyweight Championship against you and I admit you got the best of me. Even at Extreme Rules! You got the best of me... but you got the best of me when I wasn't at my best, Bryan, and I am telling you right here and right now that I am the best I have ever been and I am only getting better!" The crowd gives a mixed reaction towards Ziggler as he says with all due respect, he knows he is better and certainly more healthier than Danielson is right now and on Sunday he is going to prove all of those things. "Do you agree with that?" Bryan asks the Colorado crowd, getting a huge chant of 'No!' in response. He shrugs his shoulders, saying that he has to agree with the people. "Look, Dolph. I'll admit... you're one hell of a talent and when we faced last year you gave me some tough battles. I'm positive that this Sunday, it won't be anything different than a tough battle once again but even though I am not at a hundred percent physically, I am at a hundred percent mentally and it is thanks to these people chanting YES! YES! YES!" The crowd bursts in to the chant as Bryan pumps his index finger in the air. Ziggler shakes his head and simply says 'no' in response, pointing back to Danielson. "You may have your little chant but it isn't going to get to the Show Off because I'm going to ignore those chants and I'm going to put everything I got to put you out of your misery. Put you out of your misery so that you can go back home and nurse your injuries and watch on your couch as I face Brock Lesnar at WrestleMania!" The crowd gives a loud 'ooh' as Ziggler and Danielson stare each other down, Bryan offering a handshake with a smile. Dolph slowly takes it and Danielson turns around, making his way towards the ropes only to be dropped with a huge Zig Zag! A big groan comes from the crowd as Ziggler gets back on to his feet, running his hands through his hair and flicking it towards Bryan. He points up to the WrestleMania XXX sign in the distance and motions for the belt around his waist before exiting the ring, Christian left checking on Danielson as he rolls around on the mat in pain.
Commercial Break
JEFF HARDY (W/MATT HARDY) DEF. WWE TAG TEAM CHAMPION LUKE HARPER (W/ERICK ROWAN) » The bell sounds and Hardy comes flying at Harper, his attack being stifled early with a huge toss in to the corner by Harper that is followed up by shoulders and boots. Harper completely dominates Hardy until he is hit with the Whisper in the Wind out of nowhere! Jeff goes for the Twist of Fate but gets shoved to the ropes and blasted with a ferocious big boot! Harper hooks both legs up for the the two count. The duo keep going back and forth, neither managing to get an upper hand on the other. Hardy attempts Whisper in the Wind again but gets caught on Harper's shoulder. He spins him around but Jeff pushes off. Harper turns around to a kick to the gut and a huge Twist of Fate! As Jeff goes to the top rope, Matt hops on to the apron and dives off at the charging Rowan! Jeff proceeds to hit the Swanton Bomb and hook both legs of Harper for the one, two, three.
The crowd roars for Hardy as he gets back on to his feet, falling back against the ropes. Matt comes in to the ring and raises his arm up in victory. As they turn to celebrate with the crowd, Harper and Rowan get up together inside the ring and charge at them from behind - The Hardy Boyz turning right into simultaneous clotheslines! Matt gets up first and is blasted with a huge discus clothesline by Harper! Jeff struggles back to his feet and is met with a surprising big spinning kick from Rowan! The tag team champions breath heavily while standing over their opponents for Sunday, the referee handing over their tag team title belts - which they snatch away. Harper and Rowan raise the belts up slowly, looking to keep them in their possession at No Way Out.
Commercial Break
Triple H is backstage with Stephanie McMahon and Mark Henry, talking things over for Sunday. "It will be a great night for The Authority and it will show to the entire world why it is best for business to have us running things. Mark, you're going to take care of that nuisance Dean Ambrose while Randy and Dave will be in that Elimination Chamber with odds on one of them winning it and getting that much closer to regaining the Undisputed WWE Championship to The Authority." Henry nods in agreement but says that Hunter still owes him that favor. The COO looks to his wife before turning back to Mark, telling him he doesn't have to worry about it. "You'll get that, once you take care of Ambrose. Once Ambrose is gone, it'll be no problem." He pats Henry on the back and the World's Strongest Man nods, exiting the office.
UNITED STATES CHAMPION SHEAMUS AND ANTONIO CESARO (W/BIG SHOW AND BO DALLAS) DEF. BIG E LANGSTON AND KOFI KINGSTON (W/R-TRUTH AND TITUS O'NEIL) » The bell rings with Cesaro and Kingston in the ring, the Money in the Bank holder showing off his strength to toy with Kingston. He is caught off guard by a springboard kick to the back of the head, turning momentum completely in to the favor of Langston and Kingston. They make multiple tag back and forth, each getting numerous two counts on pin attempts. Langston misses a splash in the corner, allowing Cesaro to hit him with a brutal uppercut and make the hot tag to Sheamus. He storms in to the ring and completely goes off, only to miss a Brogue Kick and get smashed with a clothesline from Langston. He pulls down the straps, prepared for the Big Ending, only for Cesaro to come in to the ring as Kingston does - tossing Kofi high in the air and dropping him with a brutal uppercut! Big E turns to Cesaro and gets dropped to the mat, the crowd roaring as the Cesaro Swing is performed. After twelve swings, he releases, and exits the ring. Langston slowly gets back up and walks right in to the Brogue Kick from Sheamus! He hooks both legs up for the three count.
The crowd cheers as Sheamus and Cesaro exit the ring as quick as they can before Truth and O'Neil can strike. They march around the ring in a fury, Dallas and Show backing up the ramp with their partners for Sunday. Truth takes a microphone, bulging his eyes towards the group. "You want to be part of the machine that holds us down!? FINE! SUNDAY, TRUTH AND CONSEQUENCES WILL COME FOR YOU AT THE HANDS OF THE NEW NATION!" He throws his microphone to the mat and raises his fist up high, the other three slowly following with their leader.
Backstage, Dean Ambrose is seen smacking himself in the face down the hallway - seeming to prepping himself in his own way for his upcoming Straight Jacket Match that is coming up next. Commercial Break
DEAN AMBROSE DEF. CURTIS AXEL IN A STRAIGHT JACKET MATCH » With Ambrose all tightened up in his straight jacket, Axel mocks him as the match gets underway. He charges forward but gets met with a kick to the gut! Ambrose refuses to let up, stomping Axel in the corner. He is stopped by a clothesline, however, and Axel starts to toy with Ambrose for a short while. He misses a top rope clothesline, however, allowing Ambrose to hit him with a headbutt! He knocks Axel all the way back to the corner and continues with the headbutts! He ducks from a punch and drives himself in to the gut! Ambrose refuses to let up, eventually hitting a hard dropkick that sends Axel crashing to the mat. He backs to the corner and leaps on to the second rope, Axel getting right back up to a diving Ambrose - whom covers him on the landing for the three count!
Ambrose gets on to his feet and Axel sits up in confusion. He looks to the official and questions the count, Ambrose getting back to his feet - only to be ambushed from behind by Axel! He is clobbered in to the corner but Ambrose responds by biting the ear! The crowd pops as The Lunatic Fringe refuses to let up until Mark Henry comes down and in to the ring, smashing Ambrose with a brutal body block! He pulls Ambrose up slowly and hits him with the World's Strongest Slam right in the middle of the ring! The World Arena boos as Henry gets back on to his feet, taking a few breaths before hitting off the ropes and coming back with a huge splash! He gets back up and delivers another one before finally letting up, standing over Ambrose with a laugh. He pounds on his chest a few times before looking all around to the booing crowd.
Commercial Break
Back from break, Michael Cole and JBL go over the card for No Way Out on Sunday. Dolph Ziggler versus Bryan Danielson with Bryan's Undisputed WWE Championship match at WrestleMania on the line; The Wyatt Family defends the WWE Tag Team Championship against The Hardy Boyz; Dean Ambrose faces Mark Henry while wearing a straight jacket, per orders of Triple H; Kaitlyn challenges Paige for the Diva's Championship; The New Nation goes against the unlikely foursome of Sheamus, Antonio Cesaro, Bo Dallas and Big Show; Chris Jericho takes on his final Commonwealth opponent, Damien Sandow, where if he wins he gets an Intercontinental Championship match against Wade Barrett; And, lastly, the Elimination Chamber match where the winner gets the first Undisputed WWE Championship match after WrestleMania at Extreme Rules: Seth Rollins, CM Punk, Randy Orton, Roman Reigns, Batista and John Cena compete!
Backstage, Triple H and Stephanie McMahon are again seen in their office talking with one another. In barges AJ Styles, Hunter asking about knocking. "Hunter, I'm sick and tired of The Miz. What he did on Monday was scumbag stuff! Getting me counted out to give me my first loss in the WWE? Sure, that day would come some day but it shouldn't of been like that. I want The Miz and I want The Miz tonight!" He stares the interim Commissioner down, Triple H rubbing his chin before stuffing his hands in to his pockets. He stares back at Styles, raising his eyebrows. "Look here, AJ, you don't come here telling me what you want. I brought you to this company because you are a very big name, but just because you have that popularity doesn't mean you tell me what to do... you don't tell me how to run my show! If you want The Miz, you'll get him when I say and I say you wait until Sunday on the No Way Out Kickoff show. Now get out of my office and quit giving me that look!" The two continue to stare down, Styles scoffing and saying he's fine with that - but not fine with the way he is being treated. He heads out, Hunter breathing heavily over the attitude from Styles.
Commercial Break
DAMIEN SANDOW (W/THE COMMONWEALTH) DEF. ZACK RYDER » The match, in preparation for Sandow's pressure-filled match on Sunday, goes completely in favor of The Commonwealth's 'second man up', as Barrett has referred to him as. Ryder gets back in to the match after a Ruff Ryder but Sandow comes right back, eventually dropping Ryder with the You're Welcome. He hooks both legs up for the easy three count.
The rest of The Commonwealth comes in to the ring along with Sandow and all stand tall together. Barrett wields a microphone in his hand as he hands his Intercontinental Championship off to his 'Queen', Paige. "In just three days, Damien Sandow will be facing Chris Jericho. Now, Jericho has managed to defeat - whether unfair or not - Drew McIntyre, Adam Rose and William Regal. While I defend my noble men, I am not pleased. However, I promise that this Sunday my second man up, Damien Sandow, will put a stop to Chris Jericho and he will never and I mean never get a shot at my Intercontinental Championship!" The WWE Universe boos as Barrett takes his title back, raising it up high over his head.
A graphic appears for the six man tag team match main event still to come later on tonight!
Commercial Break
A promo video airs for No Way Out, coming this Sunday - February 23, 2014 from Minneapolis, Minnesota. Back in the arena, Diva's Champion Paige is at ringside on commentary for the upcoming match featuring her rival: Kaitlyn.
KAITLYN DEF. EVA MARIE » As soon as the bell rings, Eva attacks Kaitlyn from behind as she looks towards Paige. Eva goes for the roll up pin, but only gets a two count. Kaitlyn gets frustrated and begins a beat down on Marie, refusing to let up. She delivers slam after slam, not even going for the pin as she continues to stare down the Diva's Champion, making an example out of Eva. After motioning for the title around her waist, Kaityn delivers the spear as hard as she can to Eva! She hooks both legs up while staring at Paige for the three.
The crowd cheers Kaitlyn on as she gets on to her feet, stepping right up to the ropes - motioning Paige to come in to the ring. The Diva's Champion gets on to her feet and holds her title belt up, rubbing it in the face of Kaitlyn. She steps on to the apron and lets out a loud scream, only to drop right back down instead of getting inside the ring. Kaitlyn shakes her head and continues to motion for the belt as Paige slowly makes her way around the ring and up the ramp, her Diva's Championship shining in the light above her head.
Commercial Break
Returning, Michael Cole and JBL go back over what happened to open up Raw this past Monday night. First, Hulk Hogan would announce the much-anticipated WWE Network launching on Sunday at midnight after No Way Out. Then, to the shock of everyone The Rock made his return to the WWE after four months! He would talk about how great it has been since he made his comeback two years ago and then he called out John Cena, whom he has had tension with over the years and even teamed up with at Survivor Series before challenging him to an absolutely huge match at WrestleMania - which Cena would accept. At WrestleMania XXX, one of the biggest matches of all time: John Cena versus The Rock.
Backstage, John Cena is seen getting ready for the upcoming six man tag team match in the locker room area. He is soon joined by CM Punk, whom he has a long stare down with. They both slowly nod. "Look, John," Punk says, crossing his arms. "You and I may never like each other... and Sunday I am going to put you to sleep. But tonight, we can look past all of that from bell to bell in order to beat those three morons." Cena agrees, saying it would be for the best if they could take care of Reigns, Batista and Orton. Before the conversation can continue, Seth Rollins comes in to the ring with a big smile across his face. "Boys, boys, boys! No need to talk things over! We're all on the same page here. We take care of the three shmucks and weaken them before the Elimination Chamber... then, the three of us can duke it out until I inevitably walk out the winner." He gives a cocky laugh, Cena and Punk telling him to keep his ego in check. They exit the room, Rollins in tow, as the main event is coming up next!
Commercial Break
ROMAN REIGNS, BATISTA AND RANDY ORTON (W/PAUL HEYMAN) DEF. JOHN CENA, CM PUNK AND SETH ROLLINS » The bell rings, Punk starting things off with Orton. They go back and forth, Punk going for the Go To Sleep only for Orton to slip free and drop him with a hard backbreaker. A tag is made to Batista but Punk ends up sending him to the outside before tagging Rollins in, whom runs in with a huge suicide dive! A commercial break interrupts the match. Upon the return, Batista keeps Rollins grounded and overpowers him so he can't use his speed and high flying ability. Batista, Reigns and Orton all make tags between each other to dominate Rollins until he mounts a comeback against Reigns, hitting a superkick and tagging in Cena. He comes storming in to a huge pop and takes over the contest before letting Punk in, whom gets some work in himself before getting Rollins in again. The face team completely takes control until Batista is tagged in, whom punishes Rollins with multiple power moves. All hell breaks loose between the six men. In the midst of things, Reigns hits Rollins with the Superman Punch as he goes to dive through the ropes, allowing Batista to drop him with the spear! Before he can go for the pin, however, Orton comes in to the ring and drags Rollins up - hitting him with the RKO! He shoves him right in to the middle of the ring for Batista, whom slowly and cautiously goes for the pin, getting the three count while staring up at Orton.
The Colorado Springs crowd boos the result as Batista gets back on to his feet, staring right at Orton. "What are you doing!? I had it!" Batista shouts, Orton just brushing it off. 'The Animal' takes him by the arm, however, jerking Orton right back in front of him. "I SAID I HAD IT!" He shouts again, causing Orton to shove him away. Before things can blow up between the two however, Reigns comes in to the ring and clotheslines them down to the mat simultaneously! As Heyman is applauding his client from the outside, CM Punk comes in to the ring and blasts him with a kick to the head! He rocks Reigns all the way to the ropes and knocks him over, turning right in to an Attitude Adjustment from Cena! The crowd gives a very mixed reaction as Cena stomps all around the ring, motioning for the belt around his waist. He hops on to the second turnbuckle and stares all around the arena, riding the momentum wave in to Sunday! Smackdown comes to an end.
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Post by ✖ AJ on Dec 29, 2014 9:02:20 GMT -5
| Elimination Chamber Match for an Undisputed WWE Championship Match after WrestleMania XXX John Cena vs Randy Orton vs CM Punk vs Roman Reigns vs Seth Rollins vs Batista
Bryan's Title Match at WrestleMania on the Line Bryan Danielson vs Dolph Ziggler
WWE Tag Team Championship Luke Harper and Erick Rowan(c) vs The Hardy Boyz
Diva's Championship Paige(c) vs Kaitlyn
Ambrose Must Wear a Straight Jacket Dean Ambrose vs Mark Henry
Eight Man Tag Team Match The New Nation (R-Truth, Big E Langston, Kofi Kingston and Titus O'Neil) vs Sheamus, Antonio Cesaro, Big Show and Bo Dallas
If Jericho Wins, He gets an Intercontinental Championship Match Chris Jericho vs Damien Sandow
No Way Out Kickoff AJ Styles vs The Miz
| Date, Venue and Location
| Official Theme Song | February 23, 2014 - Target Center - Minneapolis, MN | "Addicted to Pain" by Alter Bridge |
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Post by tg11 on Dec 29, 2014 22:35:03 GMT -5
Starting off Smackdown with the Peep Show with Danielson and Ziggler and Christian I knew the Peep Show would end in chaos and I was right, Ziggler hitting a Zig Zag on Danielson, could we see that this Sunday at No Way Out? Could Ziggler beat Danielson this Sunday but I can just bet Danielson will get some kind of retribution on Ziggler for that Zig Zag but Christian not getting in the middle of that was pretty smart on his part
Jeff Hardy beating the other half of the WWE Tag Team Champions Luke Harper after his brother Matt beat Erick Rowan the other half of the WWE Tag Team Champions I would say that The Hardy Boyz have all the momentum heading their way heading into No Way Out but after that savage attack by Harper & Rowan the WWE Tag Team Champions I would say the WWE Tag Team Champions are definitely ready for No Way Out
Mark Henry is more or less doing The Authority's dirty work, he has more or less become a puppet he is being used by Triple H and Stephanie to do their dirty work plain and simple and if Henry thinks The Authority are going to come through for him on that promise then he is fooling himself but what makes The Authority think they even stand a chance in that Elimination Chamber at No Way Out?
WWE United States Champion Sheamus and Mr. Money in the Bank Cesaro beating Kofi and Big E. I definitely would have expected the 2 other members of The New Nation to win their match considering Truth and Titus managed to get the job done on RAW but Sheamus managing to get the job done as well as Cesaro but not Big Show and Bo Dallas says something it says that they are the weak links of their respective teams but this Sunday at No Way Out something's gotta give with one of these teams
Dean Ambrose beating Curtis Axel with his Straight Jacket, I was even wondering just how he was able to compete in this match especially wearing a Straight Jacket because I would have expected that to be a disadvantage and for Axel to take full advantage but Ambrose managing to get the win but at what cost? Axel attacking Ambrose right after the match only for Ambrose's opponent at No Way Out this Sunday Mark Henry to come out and put the finishing touches on the attack, I figured Henry would
Backstage AJ Styles with both Triple H and Stephanie, I sure hope that it ends up leading to AJ Styles feuding with The Authority, AJ Styles vs Triple H at least for me is a dream match that's for sure and to see AJ Styles interacting with both Triple H and Stephanie puts him over huge, but at the same time AJ Styles vs The Miz for No Way Out on the Kick-Off Show I figured that would happen and I am right
Damien Sandow beating Zack Ryder, Sandow definitely needs to be built up strong especially if he is going to be facing Chris Jericho and it seems that that match won't happen on RAW or Smackdown but rather at No Way Out, then that's cool I definitely can't wait to see Jericho go up against one of the Commonwealth
Kaitlyn the #1 Contender for the WWE Divas Championship not only beating Eva Marie but sending a message to Paige via Eva Marie that she is coming for that WWE Divas Championship, but will Kaitlyn be able to get the job done this Sunday and end Paige's title reign? Or will Paige retain her title?
Cena, Punk and Rollins will they really be able to get along or will they really be able to trust each other considering that they are opponents this Sunday at No Way Out? They seem to be on the same page but we will see just how long that really lasts?
And in the main event Reigns, Batista and Orton getting the win over Cena, Punk and Rollins, well I knew that the main event would end in chaos and I was right, Batista accusing Orton of stealing his thunder one-upping him once again and Orton trying to brush it off only for Batista to put his hands on Orton I would have expected Orton to RKO Batista but instead Reigns double-clotheslines Orton and Batista only for Punk to hit Reigns in the back of the head with a kick and then Cena hitting the AA on Punk out of nowhere, I sure as hell hope Cena doesn't win the Chamber at No Way Out especially if The Rock is so much on his mind, that will be what costs Cena the match this Sunday
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Post by ✖ AJ on Dec 30, 2014 22:50:41 GMT -5
February 23, 2014 from the Target Center in Minneapolis, MN The cameras come from inside the Target Center from Minneapolis, Minnesota live on WWE.com, YouTube and the WWE App behind the official theme song for No Way Out, "Addicted to Pain" by Alter Bridge. The crowd is scanned over as Renee Young welcomes everybody to the No Way Out Kickoff! She introduces the panel joining her tonight, WWE Hall of Famer Edge. A big pop comes for him, only for the fans to be let down with the second analyst, Derrick Bateman! And as always, the 'analyst' Alex Riley.
Renee says that before she gets in to things, she wants to talk to Derrick whom started a campaign a few months ago about 'paying attention to him' but those just abruptly ended. She asks what he is doing now and what his plans are. "Oh, don't you worry Renee! People are still paying attention to 'The Model of Masculinity' Derrick Bateman! And when I make my return to that ring, there isn't anybody that won't be watching me." Edge's eyes bulge, muttering under his breath something. Bateman asks what he says, but Edge quickly puts his hands up to indicate nothing.
Young moves on to No Way Out, speaking of how we got some big matches with big implications including a match where the man who faces Brock Lesnar for the Undisputed WWE Championship at WrestleMania will be determined: Bryan Danielson and Dolph Ziggler. She asks the panel for their thoughts and predictions when it comes to this contest. "I don't see any way that Bryan doesn't walk out the winner." Edge says, shrugging his shoulders. "That isn't a knock on Dolph Ziggler. That kid has a lot of talent but Bryan came back to win the Royal Rumble after being destroyed by Brock Lesnar and won that match and now he gets his shot at revenge by facing Brock again? Come on, you can't stop that passion and desire." Bateman nods his head, saying that passion is key and although he could care less for either of those two men, he has to agree with Edge and go with Bryan. Riley says he is on the outside of the three, going with Ziggler. "Look, I just think that Bryan came back way too fast from all those injuries he suffered at the hands of The Beast Incarnate. Hell, he might lay down tonight because he might just be that afraid to step in the ring with Brock again!"
Renee continues on, going forth to the Straight Jacket Match with Dean Ambrose being put in the straight jacket against the World's Strongest Man, Mark Henry. She asks who wins, how this match will work and what will come of it. Edge says that Ambrose is in a straight jacket and it is as simple as that, he doesn't stand a chance. He says that it is very unfair but he expects a fight out of Ambrose, he just can't see a man in a straight jacket winning. "I agree. I think Mark Henry would win anyway!" Bateman says, saying that Dean Ambrose needs to be taught a lesson. Riley says he has to go with the guys, even though Ambrose is a tough guy and showed himself last Thursday, that wasn't the World's Strongest Man he beat. Renee thanks the three for their input, but says that we have to move on to the Kickoff match between AJ Styles and The Miz, but they will be back before No Way Out gets underway to discuss the WWE Tag Team Championship and Elimination Chamber match. She sends things over to ringside to Byron Saxton and Tom Phillips for the call.
AJ Styles def. The Miz; After trying to cut a promo about how awesome he is, AJ Styles' theme music interrupts The Miz. The match begins and Styles shows his high flying ability. He, however, gets smashed in the face by Miz with a big boot. The Awesome One gets gets a ton of momentum brewing and gets multiple near falls before missing his signature clothesline in the corner, allowing Styles to hit him with the Pele Kick! Styles gets back up and catches Miz on the stumble back with the Styles Clash! He rolls him over for the pin and gets the three count.
Styles rises on to his feet, spreading his arms out to the cheering crowd. He stands over Miz with a smile and exits the ring, having made his statement to 'The Awesome One' that he is very much capable of surviving here in the WWE, despite not being a part of it until this past November.
A promo video airs behind "Live It Up" by Airbourne, going back to the very first WrestleMania with Hulk Hogan teaming with Mr. T to face 'Rowdy' Roddy Piper Paul Orndorff. Now, thirty years later, Hulk Hogan is back to host WrestleMania XXX! The video picks up, with Hogan making the announcement himself as well as John Cena accepting the challenge from The Rock - setting the stage for one of the biggest matches in WWE history. WrestleMania XXX: Live from the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on April 6, 2014 from New Orleans, Louisiana!
Returning from the promo, Renee Young congratulates AJ Styles on his victory over The Miz and says they have a little bit of time left before getting No Way Out underway. She talks about the WWE Tag Team Championship match, with The Hardy Boyz just reforming their team less than a month ago. She notes how Edge knows those guys very well and asks if they can win the belts once again here tonight. "Of course they can." Edge says, explaining how they are one of the best tag teams in the history of this business. He says that he has competed against them many times and the inexperience of Harper and Rowan tonight will cost them the belts. Bateman disagrees, saying that The Wyatt Family has one goal and that goal is to cause pain while The Hardy Boyz mess around way too much. "I'm going Harper and Rowan, but just because The Hardy Boyz haven't been back together long enough." Riley says, as Renee moves on to their final match: The Elimination Chamber.
She notes how the winner will get an Undisputed WWE Championship match after WrestleMania at Extreme Rules. She focuses on Edge, noting how he has been in a ton of Elimination Chamber matches and is a past winner. She asks what to expect inside that chamber. "Pain and brutality." He says, throwing his hands up. "It is as simple as that, Renee. You know, you look at that chamber and you think 'man, that's going to be brutal' and it is even more brutal than you think. You hit that steel floor and the pain shoots throughout your spine, neck, legs... everywhere! Then it takes weeks to shake that off and I mean weeks. It sucks, but it is worth it if you can get your shot at the Undisputed WWE Championship!" Renee nods, thanking him for his insight and tells the group to hold off on their predictions for the winner as they will get to those later on in the night. She thanks Edge, Derrick Bateman and Alex Riley for joining her on the panel and everybody watching, as it is now time for No Way Out!
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Post by ✖ AJ on Dec 30, 2014 22:52:51 GMT -5
February 23, 2014 from the Target Center in Minneapolis, MN A promo video begins to air for No Way Out behind the official theme song "Addicted to Pain". The video goes over the history of the Elimination Chamber match, going all the way to the first match back in 2002, where six men would go through hell before Shawn Michaels would win. Tonight, six men go through that same hell for a future opportunity for the Undisputed WWE Championship match at Extreme Rules: Seth Rollins, Batista, Randy Orton, CM Punk, Roman Reigns and John Cena. Also tonight, The Authority looks to punish one of it's biggest problems - Dean Ambrose - by forcing him to wear a straight jacket while facing the World's Strongest Man, Mark Henry. But also, one man's opportunity could become another's: Bryan Danielson, whom returned to win the Royal Rumble, puts his title shot against Brock Lesnar on the line tonight against the man he defeated last year at WrestleMania 29, Dolph Ziggler. The video picks up for all the matches, finishing off with tons of big spots over the course of the history of the Elimination Chamber with all six men vowing to walk away the winner. Tonight, the road to WrestleMania has one final stop with: No. Way. Out!
The cameras pan live inside of the Target Center from Minneapolis, Minnesota! The pyrotechnics hit all across the stage as the crowd is looked over. Michael Cole, Jerry Lawler and John Bradshaw Layfield welcome everyone to the show. They talk about how tonight, we will find out who gets the first crack at the Undisputed WWE Champion following WrestleMania. Two championship matches are going down as the Tag Team and Diva's Championship are on the line, as well as Bryan Danielson's WrestleMania match against Brock Lesnar for the Undisputed WWE Championship as he puts it up against Dolph Ziggler! And to kick things off tonight, we have ourselves a title match! The bell sounds as inside the ring stands Justin Roberts. "The following contest is scheduled for one fall and it is for the WWE Tag Team Championship!" The crowd pops, prepared to get things underway! WWE Tag Team ChampionshipThe Hardy Boyz vs Luke Harper and Erick Rowan(c)The bell rings, Harper starting off with Matt. They circle around the ring slowly before coming in to the middle of the ring, grabbing each other by the head and exchanging punches. Harper nails a hard knee to the gut and drops Matt down to one knee, blasting him with a big boot. Harper goes for the cover but gets the two count. He takes Matt by the hair and forces him on to his feet, rocking him all the way in to the corner before delivering a huge clothesline that sends Matt back down to the mat again. Harper turns his attention towards the crowd and spreads his hands out, letting out his signature 'yeah, yeah, yeah' to boos. He turns around to Matt and forces him up again, getting smashed with a shot to the gut. Matt continues to tee off with the strikes to the mid-section and follows up with a hard neckbreaker! He goes for the pin, getting a two count. Both men stagger back on to their feet and turn to one another, Matt ducking a clothesline to hit a low dropkick to the knees. He pops back up and drops Harper down to the mat with a DDT! He gets back to his feet and begins to wave his arms up and down to get the crowd going, blasting Harper with a big elbow to the face as he gets back up. Matt drags Harper over to his corner and tags in Jeff, whom comes in to the ring to a huge pop. He runs across the ring and comes right back with a huge Poetry in Motion! The crowd pops as Jeff hits a big sitout jawbreaker in the middle of the ring! He hooks the far leg up, but only gets a count of two. Jeff slaps his hands off the mat and gets back up, letting Harper rise with the ropes before charging at him - being blasted with a huge elbow to the face! Harper catches him by the waist and swings Jeff in to the corner spine first! Hardy stumbles forward and gets blasted with a big boot! Harper looks to Rowan and slaps his chest a few times before making the tag, Rowan coming in to the ring and slowly removing his sheep mask. He tosses it to the crowd with a yell as Jeff gets on to his feet, turning around right in to a big scoop slam. He follows up with an elbow drop and goes for the pin, only for Jeff to kick out at two. Rowan drags Jeff back up and pummels him with fists to the stomach and rocks him in to the corner, delivering more fists until the official gets to a count of four. Rowan backs off, storming back with a splash that Jeff manages to avoid! He makes the diving tag to Matt and he runs across the apron and hits Rowan with a clothesline. He climbs to the top turnbuckle and leaps off with a huge bulldog and goes for the cover fast, Rowan just barely managing to kick out! Hardy sits up in disbelief and gets up slowly, pounding away at Rowan with shots to the head. He charges across the ring and comes right back to a vicious spinning side slam! He goes for the pin but once again, a kick out stops the three. The big man rises on to his feet and runs his hands over the top of his head, furious. He looks over to Harper before dragging Matt over, slamming him with knees to the gut. He makes the tag and Harper comes in, rushing off the ropes and coming back with a vicious boot to the side of the face! He lifts Matt off the mat and spins around, slamming him down with a brutal spinebuster! He hooks both legs up but Jeff comes diving in to the ring to break it up. He goes back to his corner by orders of the official, Harper rising up with his eyes widened. He looks over to Jeff and starts to make his way towards the corner, only to be smashed from behind by a clothesline from Matt! He begins to unleash multiple kicks and makes the tag to Jeff, whom pulls himself over the top rope and flips down with a dropkick to the chest of Harper! The crowd pops as Jeff gets back up, running across the ring only to be slammed in the back of the head with an elbow from Rowan. The cheers turn to boos as Harper comes rushing forward with his signature spinning clothesline! He hooks both legs up but Jeff manages to kick out right before the three! Harper pulls Jeff up in to a sitting position and applies a headlock, refusing to let up on it as Jeff struggles. As the crowd bursts in to a 'Hardy' chant, Jeff starts to mount a comeback. He staggers on to his feet and begins to elbow his way out of the hold, pushing off of Harper. He ducks a discus clothesline and nails Whisper in the Wind! He pops back up and makes the tag to Matt! He climbs on to the top turnbuckle and nails a huge leg drop as Harper starts to stir! Jeff gets up on the apron as Rowan starts to come around, running to him and diving off with a huge forearm that takes both of them to the mat! As Matt goes for the Twist of Fate on Harper but gets shoved back in to the corner, being blasted with a brutal discus clothesline! He hooks both legs up for the one, two, three.Winners of the match and still WWE Tag Team Champions, Luke Harper and Erick Rowan (13:44)
Jeff slides towards the pin, but it is too late. The crowd boos as Harper slowly gets on to his feet, raising both hands up to the crowd. He backs off to the ropes and is joined by Rowan, the referee retrieving their tag title belts. The duo take them away and raise them up high as The Hardy Boyz slowly roll out of the ring together, clearly disappointed in their loss.
Backstage stands Renee Young and she welcomes her guest at this time, Chris Jericho. The crowd cheers him on as he steps forward, Renee thanking him for his time. "Chris, you've beaten Drew McIntyre, Adam Rose and William Regal thus far. Tonight, you face Damien Sandow and if you win, you get your Intercontinental Championship against Wade Barrett. How do you feel?" He grows a smile across his face, shrugging his shoulders. He says he feels great, as great as he ever has. "If I beat Damien Sandow I get to face Wade Barrett for the Intercontinental Championship, baby! You said it yourself! It is a great opportunity and if I win the Intercontinental Championship for a tenth time! I already got the record for nine, but what about ten!? OHHH, HOW GREAT IT WOULD BE TO SHUT THE MOUTH OF THAT ASS CLOWN, WADE BARRETT!" He smiles as the crowd cheers him on inside of the arena. Jericho heads off, prepared for his match.
If Jericho Wins, He Gets an Intercontinental Championship Match Chris Jericho vs Damien Sandow with The Commonwealth
The bell sounds and the two stare each other down, Jericho laughing as a 'Y-2-J' chant starts. He steps forward and looks around the arena to the chanting crowd, Sandow taking advantage and blasting him with a hard clothesline. He begins to stomp down at Jericho and continues as he gets to the ropes, letting the referee reach a four count before pulling back. He rushes back to Jericho immediately, baseball sliding in to his back and crashing him to the floor! Jericho rolls around in pain on the outside, Sandow being held back by the referee - allowing Drew McIntyre to smash him with a boot to the face! Sandow puts his hands up to the official and slides out of the ring behind him, coming around to Jericho to hit him with a kick to the chest. He drags him back up and throws him face first off the apron before whipping him in to the apron. Jericho ducks a clothesline, however, and lifts Sandow up - dropping him face first on the barricade. He rolls back in to the ring and Sandow slowly follows, getting up to the Codebreaker! The crowd pops as The Commonwealth panics, Jericho hooking the inside leg for the pin only for Sandow to get his foot on the bottom rope just in time. Y2J gets back up and backs off, allowing Sandow to get up in the corner before rushing forward with a clothesline! He takes Sandow by the back of the neck and runs forward with him, only to get shoved off to the ropes and met with a shoulder block. Sandow hits off the ropes and comes back to Jericho with a brutal knee to the gut that flips him over hard! Sandow drops to the mat and applies a headlock, forcing Jericho down on to the mat. He wrenches away at the hold as Jericho reaches his hand out while looking to catch his breath. 'Y-2-J' chants bursts from the crowd and he starts to work his way to his knees, getting back on to his feet. He slams elbows in to the gut repeatedly, managing to break the hold. He ducks a forearm from Sandow and springboards a dropkick to Sandow, sending him crashing in to the corner. Y2J rises back up and runs at Sandow, hopping on to the second turnbuckle. He takes him by the hair and looks around the arena, raising a fist up. Jericho begins to swing down with nine punches, dropping back down to the mat. "Come on, baby!" He shouts out to the crowd before storming back at Sandow and leaping up, only to be caught and flipped over the top turnbuckle and face first in to the steel post! Jericho crashes down on to the steel steps and crumbles to the floor, the crowd giving a sharp 'ooh' as Jericho lays motionless. Sandow drops on to his hands and knees, staggering back off while holding his midsection with a smile. He raises his fist up as the referee begins to count, getting up to six before Jericho even stirs. He gets up to nine and Chris just barely makes it in to the ring, Sandow's eyes widening with rage. He charges right at Jericho and begins to stomp at the chest. He leaps on to the second turnbucke and comes down with an elbow that Jericho manages to avoid! The veteran rises on to his feet with the ropes and turns around to Sandow, dropping him down with a brutal clothesline. He runs across the ring and comes back, springboarding and hitting the lionsault! He gets back up and pushes off the ropes, getting his leg grabbed by Regal! The crowd boos as Jericho puts his hands on his hips, laughing before dropping to the mat and tossing Regal over the barricade! The rest of The Commonwealth storms forward and begins to yell at Jericho, whom encourages them to hit him - knowing it would cause a disqualification. Barrett holds his men back, however. Jericho leaps on to the apron, ducking a boot from Sandow - causing him to hang up on the ropes. Y2J takes the top rope and flings himself over with a clothesline that takes them both to the mat. He goes for the pin, but the referee gets yanked from the ring by Rose! The crowd boos as Barrett gets in to the ring, inverting his elbow pad. He charges at Jericho for the elbow but Y2J manages to duck it, Sandow getting blasted with the Bullhammer! Jericho runs to Barrett as he turns around, hitting him with the Codebreaker! The Intercontinental Champion falls through the ropes and Jericho drags Sandow back to the middle of the ring, hooking both legs up as the official gets back in to the ring - counting the three.
Winner of the match via pinfall, Chris Jericho (9:31)
The Target Center pops for Jericho as he gets back on to one knee, growing a huge smile across his face. Michael Cole goes over the finish to the match, where Wade Barrett tried to cost Jericho to match only for things to backfire and end up hitting the Bullhammer Elbow on his own Commonwealth brethren. Back live, Jericho climbs to the second turnbuckle to stare down The Commonwealth as they stagger up the rampway - Barrett fuming while holding on to his head and raising his Intercontinental Championship up. Jericho simply smiles in return, pointing at the belt and motioning for it to be around his waist - which it very well could be, as he has been guaranteed a shot at the belt.
Backstage, Dean Ambroes is seen finishing wrapping his hands up. A couple of officials come in to the ring holding the straight jacket, Ambrose looking back down at his hands. "Oh right." He says, unwrapping his hands quickly, saying he doesn't really need that. The crowd gets a small kick out of it as he exits the room with the officials.
A promo video airs, going back to Survivor Series where Dean Ambrose would be eliminated from the Team Authority versus Team Punk Classic Survivor Series match. Over the following couple of months, Ambrose would beg for Triple H to return so he could get his hands on him. The Chief Operating Officer wouldn't return until the Royal Rumble Kickoff show and, the night after, beat down Commissioner Mick Foley. Ambrose would take exception to the assault and the week after, be removed from the Elimination Chamber match by Triple H himself - with Mark Henry attacking Ambrose before any retaliation could be made. The week following, it would be announced that Ambrose would have to compete in a straight jacket against the World's Strongest Man. Being the Lunatic Frige, however, Ambrose would express how much he doesn't care, even showing he can be as crazed and dangerous by beating Curtis Axel on Smackdown while wearing the straight jacket. The video comes to a conclusion with Mark Henry hitting the World's Strongest Slam on Smackdown, with Triple H and Stephanie McMahon The Authority shaking hands with Henry over his assistance in the matter.
Ambrose Must Be Straight Jacketed Dean Ambrose vs Mark Henry
The referee calls for the bell as Ambrose stands with his straight jacket on, licking his lips. Before he can make a move, however, Triple H's theme music hits to very loud boos from the crowd. He makes his way out along with his wife Stephanie McMahon, holding a microphone in his hand. "Before we really get this match under way... I'm making another altercation to it. This match is now going to be contested with no disqualifications and no count outs!" He gives a big grin as the crowd boos, Ambrose shaking his head with a grin. He goes to shout something back but gets dropped from behind with a splash from Henry in to the corner! Henry drops him down to the mat and gives multiple elbow drops across the back, Ambrose yelling out in pain. He gets back on to his feet and lets Ambrose struggle up, hitting him with the World's Strongest Slam! Triple H begins to march his way down to the ring, removing his suit jacket. He reaches underneath the ring and pulls out his signature sledgehammer, growing a very large grin across his face as Stephanie applauds. He enters the ring and stands next to Henry, ordering him to get Ambrose up. He obeys, Ambrose turning right to a sledgehammer shot to the midsection! The crowd boos, but the jeers get louder with a pummeling shot across the lower back! The COO stands over Ambrose before turning him over, mounting on top of him and cradling his head. "You wanted a piece of me, Ambrose!? YOU WANTED A PIECE OF ME!?" He starts to throw a fury of fists to the head, refusing to let up with the referee not being able to do anything about it. He forces Ambrose back up and shoves him off the ropes, catching him with an absolutely brutal spinebuster on the comeback! He rises back on to his feet and gives his signature flex towards the crowd, Henry following up with a big splash. Hunter takes a microphone from Stephanie and steps back over to the Lunatic Fringe, dragging him up slowly. "Have you had enough of me yet!? HAVE YOU HAD ENOUGH NOW, AMBROSE!?" He shouts, Dean groggily dropping down to one knee with the microphone in his face. He looks up to Hunter and gives a short laugh. "I haven't... had enough of you... or your wife, either!" He responds to a loud gasp, followed by a laugh, from the crowd. Triple H, however, doesn't find it funny and smashes him across the head with the microphone, following it up with the Pedigree! He stands back up slowly, glaring down at Ambrose as Henry comes over, picking Dean up to hit him with one last World's Strongest Slam. He hooks both legs up for the easy one, two, three.
Winner of the match via pinfall, Mark Henry (6:43)
The arena boos as Henry gets back on to his feet, Triple H breathing heavily over Ambrose. "You will never! EVER! Disrespect me again!" He shouts, grabbing Ambrose by the back of the head again. "You hear me, you son of a bitch!? YOU HEAR ME!?" He shouts before throwing Ambrose face first to the mat as hard as he can, getting back up and storming to the ropes. He exits the ring along with Henry and makes his way up the ramp with him and Stephanie, the crowd bursting in to a loud 'You suck!' chant. Multiple medics come rushing down to the ring with a stretcher, getting in to the ring and helping remove the straight jacket before putting a neck brace on Ambrose, much to the chagrin of the WWE Universe.
A promo video airs behind "Live It Up" by Airbourne, going back to the very first WrestleMania with Hulk Hogan teaming with Mr. T to face 'Rowdy' Roddy Piper Paul Orndorff. Now, thirty years later, Hulk Hogan is back to host WrestleMania XXX! The video picks up, with Hogan making the announcement himself as well as John Cena accepting the challenge from The Rock - setting the stage for one of the biggest matches in WWE history. WrestleMania XXX: Live from the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on April 6, 2014 from New Orleans, Louisiana!
Back live, the cameras are backstage showing Dean Ambrose being brought on to an ambulance via the stretcher he was put on. At ringside, Michael Cole explains how sickening it was with what they just witnessed. "Oh come on, Michael!" JBL shouts in disagreement. "Ambrose had that coming to him! He has been disrespecting The Authority for months on end and he finally got whats coming to him! Triple H gave him exactly what he asked for and what he deserved! Get over it!" Cole and Lawler simply disagree with JBL, Lawler agreeing with Cole by saying it was sickening and disgusting.
Eight Man Tag Team Match Big Show, Bo Dallas, Antonio Cesaro and Sheamus vs The New Nation
The bell rings, Sheamus kicking things off with O'Neil. They come to the middle of the ring and lock up with each other, Sheamus hip tossing O'Neil to the mat. He hits a hard boot to the back of the head and hits off the ropes, coming back with a brutal clothesline! He forces Titus up and drags him in to his corner, making the tag to Dallas. He comes in to the ring and runs around the ring with his thumbs high up in the air. Sheamus looks at him confused and backs off, Dallas charging at Titus and hitting him with a dropkick! He gets back up and smiles, giving another thumbs up before tagging in Cesaro. The Swiss Superman comes in to the ring and lets Titus get up, blasting him with uppercut after uppercut. Cesaro comes off the ropes and runs right back to a hard knee from Titus! He begins to pummel him across the back, tagging in Kingston. He springboards over the ropes and hits a DDT on Cesaro! He hooks both legs up, but only gets a two count. He pops back up and runs off the ropes, coming back at Cesaro as he rises with a leaping forearm! Cesaro bounces off the ropes, coming right back to a big spinning kick to the gut. Kofi springboards off the ropes but Cesaro catches him on his shoulder, running all the way across the ring to his corner - dropping Kingston face first on to the turnbuckle! He catches him with a tossing uppercut and makes the tag to Big Show! The World's Largest Athlete steps in to the ring slowly and takes Kingston by the neck, dragging him up and throwing him in to the corner. He puts his finger to his lips to silence the crowd, pummeling Kingston with a huge smack across the chest! He backs off before pulling his foot up, driving it in to the neck of Kingston while staring at the rest of The New Nation. Show backs off and stares the other three down, Kingston hopping on to the second turnbuckle. Show turns around and Kofi flies right over him, landing in his corner and tagging Langston in. Big E charges right in, slamming his shoulder in to Show to no avail. He looks around confused, hitting off the ropes before coming back with another shoulder. He throws a couple of punches and gets his neck grabbed, tossed in to the corner. Show steps right up to him and begins to throw a series of fists to the gut, being responded to with a big boot! Langston gets himself on to the second turnbuckle and leaps off with a shoulder block that sends Show stumbling back, hitting off the ropes and being smashed with a huge shoulder to the lower legs to flip the World's Largest Athlete to the mat! Big E gets to the corner and makes the tag to the New Nation leader, R-Truth, and he comes in to the ring with his fist raised up. He hits off the ropes and comes back at Show for the Axe Kick, only for it to be avoided! Show takes Truth by the throat and lifts him for the Chokeslam! To the surprise of everyone, Bo Dallas comes in to the ring from behind and low blows Show! The crowd gives a mixed reaction as Dallas rolls out of the ring, Cesaro and Sheamus dropping down to chase after him! Truth takes advantage of the situation to hit Show with the Axe Kick! He covers him for the three count.
Winners of the match via pinfall, The New Nation (7:01)
The WWE Universe boos as Truth gets back on to his feet, being joined in the ring by O'Neil, Kingston and Langston. Sheamus and Cesaro stand atop the stage, shaking their heads at the confusing moment that just went down. Inside the ring, The New Nation raises their fists up in the air as they have successfully won their first match as a group.
The cameras transition backstage to show Dolph Ziggler getting ready in his locker room, getting a solid pop from the crowd. The cameras proceed to follow up by showing Bryan Danielson, to a very thunderous ovation. A very loud 'Yes!' chant starts to break out, Bryan growing a smile across his face. He gets on to his feet and in to the room comes Renee Young, asking Bryan if she could have a word before he goes out for his match. He nods and she asks if there is added pressure on him because of the opportunity it is to face the man that nearly ended his career, Brock Lesnar. He gives a small laugh and a simple response of 'Yes'. He looks down at the floor before lifting his head back up. "There is some added pressure to that. I'd love to get my shot at Brock Lesnar one more time... but I know, all I can focus on right now is Dolph Ziggler. All I can focus on right now is walking down to that ring and either making Dolph tap or pin him one, two, three. Then, if I can do that, I can focus on Brock Lesnar. I can focus on becoming the Undisputed WWE Champion." He smiles and heads off, the WWE Universe chanting 'Yes! Yes! Yes!' inside the arena.
Up to the Kickoff Panel, Renee Young re-introduces herself along with fellow panelists WWE Hall of Famer Edge, Derrick Bateman and Alex Riley. She thanks them for being here once again and talks about how they discussed things earlier in the No Way Out Kickoff show. "We've already seen four matches thus far, so, I ask you guys what you found most surprising so far?" She questions, Edge saying that is a big question with a laugh. He says he wasn't surprised that Triple H got involved with Dean Ambrose against Mark Henry, but he was shocked by the viciousness he displayed. Bateman scoffs, saying that he isn't surprised by anything anymore. "I surprise myself when I wake up in the morning and see how much more beautiful I am than the day before! But, if we're talking big moments... come on. Bo Dallas? Bo Dallas!? What the hell was that!?" He questions, Riley shaking his head and saying he has to agree with Edge, Triple H's mean streak continues but it still surprises him. Renee moves on to the main event still to come later on tonight in the Elimination Chamber and wants to get their final predictions. "I can't go against John Cena." Edge says to a mixed reaction. "He gets The Rock at WrestleMania, sure, and I bet that is on the back of his mind. But, I think it is also motivation for him to show The Rock what he is made of inside one of the most dangerous matches in WWE history." Bateman disagrees, telling Edge that he thought he'd know better being so experienced in this match. "It's gonna be Batista. 'The Animal', Edge!" He says that Batista is the most dangerous man in that contest and is going to run through the other five men. Riley says they're going to have three different choices because he is going with Roman Reigns. Renee thanks the trio for their time here tonight and sends things back over to ringside.
Bryan Danielson's WrestleMania Title Match on the Line Dolph Ziggler vs Bryan Danielson
With the crowd chanting 'Yes!' as loud as they can, the official calls for the bell to be rung. Bryan and Ziggler circle around the ring before coming to the middle, Dolph flipping Danielson down to the mat only to be rolled through and launched in to the corner. Bryan kips up on to his feet and runs at Ziggler, hitting him with a huge dropkick to the face! He gets back up and rushes to the opposing corner, coming back with another dropkick! He goes for it a third time but Ziggler manages to catch him and spin around, slamming Bryan back first in to the turnbuckle! Ziggler follows up with a big enziguri and hooks both legs up, Bryan managing to kick out at two. Dolph gets back up quickly and drags Danielson up by the hair, pushing him up against the ropes and delivering chop after chop after chop. He runs across the ring and comes back with a big leaping DDT! Both men remain laid out before Ziggler flies back on to his feet, waving his hands up and down. Bryan starts to rise and Dolph goes off the ropes again, coming back for the Fameasser only for Danielson to pull himself out of the way. He swings a huge kick in to the chest of Ziggler and covers him fast, getting a count of two. Bryan hops back up and brings Ziggler with him in the corner, hitting three chops to the chest before throwing kicks to 'Yes!' chants from the crowd with each connection. After eleven strikes and the count of four from the referee, Bryan lets up. He backs with with his hands up and steps back up towards Ziggler, being met with a brutal superkick! Dolph falls right on to Danielson and hooks the far leg up, Bryan barely managing to kick out at two! Ziggler, frustrated, mounts on top Bryan and begins to smash him with fists to the head. He drags Danielson to his feet and whips him towards the ropes, Bryan holding on to the ropes. Dolph charges forward and gets flipped right over the ropes, Ziggler managing to land on the apron. Bryan spins around and hits a huge kick to the head, sending Ziggler down on to the floor. Danielson gets on to one knee, taking a few breaths while looking around the arena. He gets back up and looks to the outside then away, running to the ropes and coming back with a huge dive through the ropes that sends Ziggler crashing to the floor! The Minnesota fans burst in to thunderously loud 'Yes!' chants, Bryan and Dolph both laid out on the floor. The referee gets up to a count of six before they even begin to stir, both staggering via the barricade. The official gets up to nine and both men stumble in to the ring, face down in the mat. The fans give an applause for their effort as they crawl towards opposite sides of the ring, getting back up. They come back to the middle and exchange fists and kicks, to the 'yeah-boo' effect of the crowd. It gets a bit mixed, but bursts in to cheers as Danielson catches the arm and brings Ziggler down to the mat! He goes for the Yes! Lock but Ziggler scrambles enough to get to the ropes, wrapping his arm around the bottom one. Danielson lets out a frustrated yell as he rolls off, slapping his hands in to the mat. Ziggler rises back up a bit groggy, turning to a huge spinning elbow that rocks him in to the corner. He runs across the ring and comes back hooking a hold of the head, Ziggler managing to spin around and drop him chest first across the ropes. Bryan falls back on the apron and Dolph swings a fist, Bryan ducking underneath it and pulling Dolph up off the mat - raising him for a suplex. Ziggler kicks his legs, however, and spins around with Bryan to bring him to the floor on the outside with a DDT! The WWE Universe roars as both men remain laid out on the floor, the referee being forced to start the count. Ziggler makes the rise via the announce table at seven and starts to head back towards the ring, only to shake his head and bring Danielson back up - rolling him in to the ring. "I'm not winning like that! I'm the Show Off for a reason!" He shouts before getting back in to the ring, letting Bryan rise before hitting him with the Zig Zag! He rolls him over slowly and hooks both legs up, the official's hand just above that mat for the three as Danielson powers out! The arena pops once again as Ziggler sits up, pulling at his hair in disbelief. He gets back on to his feet and dragging Danielson up again. He hits a couple of shots to the face before whipping Danielson in to the corner, running right at him and hitting a huge body splash! He backs away and lets Bryan stumble to the middle of the ring, going off the ropes and coming back - Danielson straightening up and hitting him with a tilt a whirl slam across his knee! Bryan brings Ziggler right back up and hits him with a neckbreaker, following up with a pin attempt that results in another near fall. After staying down for a short while, Danielson kips back up and shakes his fist to get fired up! He backs away to the corner, pumping his index fingers in the air. The crowd begins to chant 'Yes!' with each raise, charging at Ziggler as he gets up for the high knee - only for Ziggler to move out of the way. He runs up behind Bryan as he gets to the ropes for the Zig Zag, only for Danielson to hold on to the top rope. Dolph rolls back up and walks right in to the running knee! The Target Center explodes as Danielson hooks both legs up for the three count!
Winner of the match via pinfall, Bryan Danielson (16:23)
The Target Center pops again as the bell rings, Danielson rolling on to his back with a smile. He is helped on to his feet by the referee and has his arm raised up. The commentary team goes over the multiple near falls and some of the riskier moments, including Danielson's suicide dive and Ziggler's swinging DDT to the outside. Back live in the arena, Danielson leads on the 'Yes!' chants and turns to see Ziggler getting on to his feet. They stare each other down momentarily, Ziggler extending his hand. The fans applaud as Bryan accepts it, the two men embracing. Dolph raises the arm up of Bryan as a show of respect and starts to head towards the ropes...
The very familiar, bone-chilling theme music of Brock Lesnar hits. The entire crowd gives a loud mixed reaction, the Undisputed WWE Champion slowly emerging from the back with a smiling Paul Heyman at his side. Lesnar jogs in place before letting out a big flex and roar, stomping down towards the ring and staring in at Ziggler and Danielson. He hands the belts over to Heyman and gives a big smile, leaping on to the apron. He jogs in place some more before entering the ring, Ziggler running forward but being caught by the waist and belly to bellied over the ropes and to the floor! Lesnar gets back up and is suddenly blasted with kick after kick from Bryan! The number one contender charges off the ropes and comes storming back for his signature knee, only to be caught and flipped on to the shoulders of Lesnar! The Undisputed champion steps to the middle of the ring with a sick grin across his face, pulverizing Danielson with the F5 right in the middle of the ring! The energy in the arena is completely sucked out as Brock gets back on to his feet, standing over the motionless body of Danielson. Heyman enters the ring slowly, clapping for his client. He hands him the belts, Lesnar raising them high over his head as Heyman, mockingly, begins to chant 'Yes!' right in the face of Danielson.
A promo video airs for Total Divas, returning next Sunday on E! at 9E/8P.
Back live at ringside, the trio of commentators sit in shock of Brock Lesnar's appearance. "I mean, we now know it will be Brock Lesnar versus Bryan Danielson at WrestleMania..." Lawler says, stumbling over his words a bit. "B-b-but does Bryan really want to get in the ring with the beast again!?" Cole questions the same thing and JBL says it is a big risk, but if you get a shot at the Undisputed WWE Championship you can't back down from it no matter what. Cole moves on to some more positive news and that is the second indcutee in to the WWE Hall of Fame, class of 2014!
A promo video follows up, showing the history of Jake 'The Snake' Roberts, whom will be inducted by Diamond Dallas Page on April 5th! The crowd pops back inside the arena, breaking in to a 'Jake The Snake!' chant. JBL notes how it was a great moment to see Jake return at the Royal Rumble and take part in it and now he will enter the WWE Hall of Fame!
Diva's Championship Kaitlyn vs Paige(c) with William Regal
The match begins and the two women step up to the middle of the ring, exchanging words with one another. Paige gives a smack to the face, screaming at Kaitlyn that she will never be the queen of the Diva's Division. Kaitlyn looks down at the mat, rubbing her cheek. She looks back up to Paige, smashing her with a huge forearm to the face! Kaitlyn refuses to let up with shots to the face, rocking Paige all the way back in to the corner. She follows up with multiple knees and kicks, throwing up a few more forearms and fists. The referee pulls her back and Paige takes advantage, sending a huge kick up to the face! Paige goes for the pin but Kaitlyn manages to kick out at two. Paige grabs her by the hair and throws her off the mat over and over again, refusing to let up. The official gets to a count of four and the Diva's Champion lets out an ear-piercing scream! She gets back on to her feet and Kaitlyn rolls on to her side, being met with a brutal kick to the spine! Paige drags her to the middle of the ring and drags her up, setting up for the Paige Turner. She takes too much time, however, allowing Kaitlyn to pull herself free and deliver a hard powerslam! She follows up with two more and follows with a clothesline that results in a near fall. She doesn't let Paige get up, but instead locks her in a body scissors. Paige scrambles about, trying to find her way free. She lets out a bunch of screams in frustration before swinging elbows back, rocking Kaitlyn multiple times before getting her to let go. The champion gets on to her feet and staggers to the ropes, re-grouping. She turns back to Kaitlyn as she gets up and runs forward, getting caught with a huge shoulder block. Paige gets back up and meets the same fate, being followed up by a powerslam. Kaitlyn gets fired up and backs off to the corner, letting Paige get up before rushing for the spear - being avoided. The champion hits a hard kick to the gut, followed by vicious knee after knee! She throws Kaitlyn in to the corner and blasts her with a ferocious clothesline, nailing a fisherman suplex afterward. She cradles the leg but Kaitlyn manages to move out of the way. Both women make their way back on to their feet and Paige dropkicks Kaitlyn in to the corner, running after her - only to be caught and flipped over the ropes and on to the apron. The champion ducks down and nails a shoulder to the gut and climbs to the top turnbuckle, diving off at Kaitlyn but being caught with a spear in midair! The crowd pops for the big spot as Kaitlyn slowly crawls, covering the champion. As the referee gets to a count of two, however, Regal pulls Paige's leg on to the bottom rope. Kaitlyn sits up slowly and looks at the official before turning her attention over to Regal - her eyes widened and filled with rage. She rolls out of the ring and confronts Regal, jabbing him in the chest. The veteran backs off and Kaitlyn turns around before snapping back and dropping him with a spear! The fans pop as Regal rolls around on the floor, Kaitlyn making her way back in to the ring slowly. She looks back at Regal and yells at him to stay out of things, allowing Paige to catch her on the turnaround for the Ram-Paige! She hooks both legs up for the three count.
Winner of the match and still Diva's Champion, Paige (7:01)
To the dismay of the crowd, Paige rolls out of the ring with a smile across her face. The referee retrieves her Diva's Championship and brings it out to her, the Queen of The Commonwealth - and the Diva's Division - raising it high up over her head. Regal staggers on to his feet and stumbles over towards Paige, whom she puts her arm around. Unlike her fellow Commonwealth member, Damien Sandow, she has managed to get a win for the group tonight, albeit with Regal taking a bullet - or, in this case, a spear - for her.
The cameras cut backstage to show Randy Orton getting prepared for the Elimination Chamber. The crowd boos him heavily as the cameras transition to CM Punk, getting a big pop. Batista is shown next, jeers coming. Seth Rollins is next to a somewhat surprising big ovation, before going to Roman Reigns - with Paul Heyman - to displeasure. Lastly, John Cena is shown to a very, very loud mixture of cheers and boos. "The Elimination Chamber match... is next!" States Michael Cole.
A promo video proceeds to air, showing the history of the Elimination Chamber match going back to the first inception with Eric Bischoff making the announcement, the contest taking place at Survivor Series 2002. The brutality of the match is highlighted, going through all of the Elimination Chamber contests over the year. In the process, voice overs of each superstar competing tonight are heard, all claiming to walk out the winner and earn a future shot at the Undisputed WWE Championship at Extreme Rules. The video comes to a conclusion with the six men all brawling on multiple occasions, with all the sub-rivalries between Punk-Reigns, Batista-Orton and Cena-Rollins brewing in the process. Tonight, it is every man for himself inside Satan's structure: the Elimination Chamber.
Back live in the Target Center, the Elimination Chamber structure is getting finished being put in place. "The following contest is the Elimination Chamber match!" Justin Roberts announces to a big pop. "Two men will begin the match while the other four are locked inside their chambers. Every five minutes, a new superstar will enter. The match will continue on until five men have been eliminated and one is left standing. The winner of this match will receive an Undisputed WWE Championship match at Extreme Rules!" The fans give a big ovation as "Cult of Personality" theme music hits, CM Punk emerging from the back. He makes his way down and inside the chamber, being followed by Batista, Roman Reigns and John Cena - leaving Seth Rollins and Randy Orton to start things off.
Elimination Chamber Match for an Undisputed WWE Championship Match at Extreme Rules CM Punk vs Batista vs Roman Reigns with Paul Heyman vs John Cena vs Seth Rollins vs Randy Orton
The bell rings, Orton and Rollins staring each other down. They circle around the ring slowly, each keeping their arms away. They come to the middle of the ring and lock up, Orton applying a headlock before being shoved off to the ropes and met with a clothesline on the return. Rollins flies off the ropes and comes right back to a huge uppercut from Orton! He tees off with fists to the head, rocking Rollins all the way in to the corner. He refuses to let up on the punches and finally backs off as the boos from the crowd gets very loud. He backs away to the middle of the ring, throwing his hands up to the crowd in order to anger them even more. He grows a slight smile across his face and storms back over to Rollins, whom takes the top ropes and leaps up with a huge boot to the face! He hops on to the top turnbuckle and Orton turns around to knees right in to the chest hooking both legs up immediately - getting a two count. He gets back up and flips his hair back, taking Orton up by the neck. He points towards the ropes to a positive response from the crowd, rushing over to them and throwing Orton as hard as he can over them and back first on to the steel surface! Rollins steps out after Orton and looks to Batista inside his pod, giving a grin. He throws Orton face first off the pod and chucks him back in to the ring, climbing on to the top rope once again. He jumps off but Orton clobbers him with a shot to the gut, dropping him with a hard backbreaker! Orton crawls to the ropes and pulls himself back up slowly as the count down begins for the third man in to the match. The clock reaches zero and the lights flicker over all six pods, stopping on CM Punk! His door is opened and he rushes in to the ring, springboarding off the ropes with a clothesline to Orton! Rollins gets up and is met with a fury of kicks to the lower legs and one big one to the back of the head! He collapses in between the ropes and Punk rushes off the other side, coming back with a big knee to the back. He turns back around to Orton and lifts him for the Go To Sleep! Orton manages to scramble enough, however, to slip free and dropkick Punk to the mat. The Viper gets up, snapping his head around back and forth. He drags Punk back up and blasts him with multiple shots, sending him back in to the corner. He climbs on to the second turnbuckle and delivers the ten punches, letting Punk walk up to him - going for the RKO only to be shoved away and right in to a superkick from Rollins! Seth spins around and gets caught with a big kick to the side of the head, followed up by the Go To Sleep! Before Punk can go for the pin, however, Rollins rolls out underneath the ropes. Punk slams his hands to the mat in frustration, getting back on to his feet. He puts his hands on his hips and turns to see Orton getting up in the corner, charging at him with a huge knee to the chin! He rushes across the ring with the bulldog and quickly turns it in to the Anaconda Vice! The crowd roars for the hold as Orton scrambles, kicking his legs up and down - trying to find his way out. The count down begins again, the lights flickering across the pods once again after it reaches zero - stopping on the chamber of Batista! 'The Animal' storms out of his pod and hops in to the ring, stomping on Punk to break up the hold. He drags him away from Orton and takes him by the throat, pulling him up and tossing him in to the corner. Batista delivers shoulder after shoulder to the gut and takes him by the arm, dragging her forward for a vicious clothesline! Orton goes for the pin but Punk manages to kick out at two. Batista looks at Orton as he gets up, questioning what he is doing. "I'm trying to wear him down!" Batista shouts, Orton going to respond only for Rollins to come rushing in to the ring and dropkick both men at the same time through the ropes! He gets back up and Punk rises up as well, the two looking at each other. They fly off the ropes together and come running across the ring - diving over the top rope at the same time to take Orton and Batista down in to the chamber wall!
Punk and Rollins stagger up at the same time, staring each other down. Punk throws the first punch but Rollins comes right back, the two unleashing on one another! Punk ducks underneath a superkick attempt and lifts Seth off the ground and slams him face first in to the pod behind him containing Reigns! Roman stares him down from inside the pod, Punk getting up and pressing his nose right against it. "You better pray to God you're not next, you son of a bitch!" Punk shouts, turning around to see Batista - whom lifts him up and slams him with a spinebuster! Punk rolls underneath the ropes and is followed by Batista, going for the pin but Punk kicks out. Batista rises back up and stomps away at Punk a few times as the count down starts again, the clock winding down and the lights dimming. The highlight goes across the pods once again, stopping on John Cena! He comes bursting out of his pod to a massive mixed reaction, the chants of 'Lets Go Cena!' and 'Cena Sucks!' almost immediately beginning. He hops in to the ring and hits Batista with a big shoulder block! He gets back up and turns to see Orton rushing at him, throwing him over the ropes and face first in to a pod! Orton crumbles to the floor on the outside. Rollins comes out of nowhere, however, to hit Cena with a dropkick that launches him in to the corner. He gets right back up and takes Cena in between his legs, nailing his signature corner powerbomb! Before he can go for the pin, however, Punk sneaks up behind him and spins him around on to his shoulders - going for the Go To Sleep only for Rollins to push off the shoulder in mid air and catch Punk with a DDT! He hooks both legs up as fast as he can but only gets a count of two. Batista returns in to the mix of things, taking Rollins as he gets up and blasting him with a knee to the stomach. He clotheslines him in to the corner and follows up with a Batista Bomb set up, Rollins punching his way free. He ducks a clothesline and hits a low dropkick to the legs, hitting off the ropes and returning with the Curb Stomp! He covers Batista, hooking the outside leg for the one, two, three! Batista is eliminated. The crowd pops, albeit surprised, as Rollins gets on to his knees with a shocked look of his own across his face. Before he can have a chance to celebrate, the clock winds down once again and the light inevitably ends on Roman Reigns. His door is slid open and he comes rushing in, ducking a shot from Rollins and coming back with the Superman Punch! He is charged at by Cena but tossed face first in to the turnbuckle. He meets him with a series of elbows to the face before rushing across the ring at Orton leaning over the top rope, hitting him with a hard dropkick to the face! Orton stumbles back against the chamber wall. Reigns cocks his fist and prepares for the Superman Punch on Punk, only to have it be avoided and met with a kick to the back. Punk unleashes, throwing in some punches and forearms as well. He tries to whip Reigns across the ring but it is reversed, allowing Reigns to blast Punk with a clothesline that flips him upside down! Reigns goes for the pin, Punk powering out at two just in time. Meanwhile, at the door, Batista stands waiting to be let out. Orton gets up and looks to him, apologizing for not helping him from being eliminated. 'The Animal' keeps his head down, just waving his hand in Orton's face before exiting the chamber. Orton watches him, throwing his hands out not knowing how to react. He turns around to see John Cena, whom lifts him on to his shoulders and delivers an Attitude Adjustment over in to the ring! Orton holds his back and calls out in pain, Cena coming in and dragging him back up - throwing him straight in to a spear from Reigns! The powerhouse hooks the inside leg for the three count. Randy Orton is eliminated. As Orton rolls underneath the ropes, the other four men all back in to their own corner. Cena, Punk and Rollins all look to each other before nodding - setting their sights on Reigns. He calls for the challenge and is quickly ganged up on, being met with punches and kicks. He shoves Rollins down and hits Punk with a clothesline, being lifted on to the shoulders of Cena. He manages to get himself off, however, and drop Cena with a Samoan drop! He gets back up to Punk smashing him with a top rope elbow, but doesn't fall down. He instead, hits off the ropes and returns with a clothesline attempt that misses. Punk ducks from a superkick from Rollins and it ends up hitting Reigns! He looks around for a moment before going for the pin, Reigns managing to kick out! Rollins gets up in disbelief, walking right in to a kick to the back of the head from Punk - knocking him through the ropes and to the outside! The 'Best in the World' pull Reigns up and pummels him with fists to the head. He goes off the ropes and comes storming back, only to be caught and dropped with a hard spinning slam! Reigns gets up and lets out a yell, only to turn to Cena with the Attitude Adjustment! The crowd gives a thunderously loud mixed reaction as Punk staggers back on to his feet, Cena putting his hands out to allow him to take care of his business. Punk is hesitant at first, but drags Reigns back on to his feet. He lifts him on to his shoulders, looking to Cena. He takes too much time, allowing Reigns to elbow his way free. He shoves Punk in to Cena, the latter falling to the mat. Punk slowly spins around to a brutal spear! Reigns takes both legs and hooks them up for the three! CM Punk is eliminated.
Reigns rises on to his feet slowly, a cocky smile coming across his face. He turns to Cena in the corner and hits him with a series of stomps. He drags him up and lifts him off the mat, charging in to the corner to slam him back first in to the corner. Reigns backs off, going to toss Cena over the ropes only to be stopped by Cena grabbing them. He elbows Reigns back and ducks away from a punch, dropping Roman with the spinout powerbomb! He gets on to his feet and waves his hand in front of Reigns as he lays on the mat, looking around to the mixed reacting crowd before executing the Five Knuckle Shuffle! He gets back up and waits, Reigns staggering back on to his feet. He lifts him right up, Reigns once again getting free and hitting off the ropes - returning with a Superman Punch on Cena! He gets fired up, shaking his head up and down rapidly. He turns around, however, to a big kick to the head from CM Punk! It is followed up by the Go To Sleep, Punk throwing his hands up after! He gets a big ovation from the crowd and walks over to the ropes, going through them and exiting the chamber. Reigns slowly rolls on to his hands and knees. The crowd begins to get louder and louder as Seth Rollins brings himself atop one of the pods! He straightens up as much as he can, looking all around the arena. He gets a bigger ovation as he leaps off the pod, hitting the Curb Stomp on Reigns! The Target Center goes wild as Rollins flops across the ring, Cena crawling his way over to Reigns to cover him for the pinfall! Roman Reigns is eliminated. The crowd continues to go wild as Cena and Rollins, the two final men, remain laid out on the mat. Reigns slowly rolls out underneath the ropes as Heyman stands on the outside, hands over his head. CM Punk walks over to him and shoves him right down to the floor! "You deserve a lot more than that, Paul!" He shouts before being pulled back by the referees. He slowly makes his way to the back as inside the ring, Cena slowly gets on to his feet. Rollins staggers up as well, being met with a clothesline in the corner. Cena takes him to the middle of the ring and tries to bring an end to things quickly, lifting him for the AA - Rollins managing to slip free. He misses a superkick, however, and is lifted right back up again. Rollins once more tries to struggle, getting over towards the ropes and holding on to them. Cena flips him for the AA, but Rollins manages to land on his feet. He hops on to the chamber wall and flies back at Cena as he goes through the ropes, dropping him with a DDT on to the steel! The crowd once again pops, Rollins slowly moving! He drags Cena back in to the ring and climbs on to the top rope, letting Cena rise before hitting him with the knees to the face! Seth stumbles to the corner and turns around, letting Cena get on to his hands and knees before going at him for the Curb Stomp, Cena managing to pull out of the way and trip him to the mat - applying the STF! The Minneapolis crowd gives a loud mixed reaction as Rollins struggles in the hold, throwing his hands everywhere! After a whole minute in the hold, he raises his hand up in what seems preparation to tap out - only for the familiar 'IF YA SMELL!' to be heard. The roof nearly comes off the building as The Rock emerges from the back, standing atop the stage! He stares down at the ring as Cena lets go of the hold on Rollins. He stares from the ring at Rock, the two legends motionless. Rock makes the first move, however, marching his way down towards the chamber! The crowd goes wild but Rock stops himself at the steps, mocking Cena with a little "You can't see me!" to the delight of the fans! As Cena leans across the ropes, giving a slight grin, Rollins crawls to his feet on the other side of the ring. Rock makes his way all the way to the back and through the curtains, Cena spinning around to a hard superkick! The crowd erupts as he rolls over, getting on to his hands and knees before being crushed with the Curb Stomp! Rollins, as quickly as possible, rolls John over for the one, two, three!
Winner of the match, Seth Rollins (37:40)
The Target Center explodes as Rollins' theme music hits, to the shock of everyone! He sits up slowly, even looking surprised in himself. He rises on to his feet, slowly wobbling a little bit! The referee raises his arm up high, confirming the victory, Rollins having secured himself a future Undisputed WWE Championship match at Extreme Rules! The commentary team goes over the highlights of the match, with all of the eliminations, ultimately culminating with The Rock making a shocking appearance to distract John Cena - allowing Seth Rollins enough time to regroup, take Cena down with the superkick and finish him off with the Curb Stomp. Back live in the arena, Rollins stands on the second turnbuckle motioning for the belt around his waist. "It won't be long before it is mine!" He shouts, Cena getting up with his face in his hand. He starts to clap as Rollins drops down, turning back to Cena. They stare down momentarily before Cena extends his hand, Rollins accepting slowly. He keeps the hold on the handshake, however, dropping Cena with an elbow to the face! He hits off the ropes, coming back with another Curb Stomp! The Target Center once again explodes as Rollins stands over Cena with barely any emotion across his face. It slowly turns in to a smile and laugh, as he pounds on his chest rapidly! "You've got to be kidding me!" Cole shouts, complaining about how much disrespect Rollins just showed. The crowd, however, for the majority - loves it. No Way Out comes to a conclusion, with Seth Rollins having secured himself the biggest match in his career in just a couple of months at Extreme Rules!
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Post by tg11 on Dec 31, 2014 13:17:43 GMT -5
- No Way Out pre-show starting off with the panel and the panel revealed to be Renee Young, WWE Hall of Famer the Rated R Superstar Edge, Derrick Bateman and Alex Riley the analyst as always as they are giving their predictions for tonight but at the same time this is quite an impressive panel but also because No Way Out continues the road to WrestleMania 30 so we will see just who manages to survive No Way Out and just who manages to fail in their quest of actually getting to WrestleMania 30
- Pre-show match, AJ Styles getting his win back by beating The Miz in a RAW episode rematch all be it here on the PPV but before the PPV starts, AJ Styles getting his much needed revenge against Miz and now that he has I wonder what is next for AJ Styles? Considering this will be AJ Styles' first WrestleMania appearance this year at WrestleMania 30 it only begs the question of just what you plan on doing with AJ Styles between now and WrestleMania 30 but I too wonder what is next for The Miz?
- To start off No Way Out, the WWE Tag Team Champions Harper & Rowan of the Wyatt Family retaining their WWE Tag Team Championships against The Hardy Boyz, I definitely underestimated Harper & Rowan because I did not believe that they could get the job done much less even beat a legitimate team like The Hardy Boyz who are one of the greatest tag teams that this business has ever seen but Harper & Rowan more or less proving just exactly why they are the WWE Tag Team Champions with yet another successful title defense but I wonder what is next for both tag teams come WrestleMania 30?
- Jericho beating the last Commonwealth member in Damien Sandow, now Jericho has gone through McIntyre, Rose, Regal and now Sandow, Jericho more or less proving that now he is worthy of a WWE Intercontinental Championship match going through Wade Barrett's cronies and now he finally gets Barrett but will Barrett try to find some excuse not to defend his WWE Intercontinental Championship? Will he try to weasel his way out of it? If he does I can't say that I will be surprised but Jericho more or less proving that he can beat Barrett if they are ever in the same ring but I wonder what Barrett will do now?
- Mark Henry beating Dean Ambrose in the Straight Jacket Match definitely did not surprise me just like how the COO Triple H getting involved in this match definitely did not surprise me, if I were Henry I would be pissed off that Triple H got involved in my match more or less if Henry were smart he would be even more pissed off that Triple H had to get involved in his business because Henry would have won this match regardless had Triple H not stuck his big nose where it didn't belong and here is hoping Henry wises up and sees that Triple H more or less is just using him for his own gain and here is hoping Henry turns on Triple H soon but that sledgehammer attack on Ambrose was it really necessary? I mean come on, Triple H first does it to Foley and now Ambrose, is there any depth to Triple H's madness? Ambrose having to be carried out in an ambulance, here is hoping Ambrose ends up being 100 percent by WrestleMania 30
- The New Nation winning their first PPV match as a stable by beating WWE United States Champion Sheamus, Mr. Money in the Bank Antonio Cesaro, Big Show and Bo Dallas, I was definitely surprised by The New Nation going over but even more so surprised that someone would turn heel in this match and walk out on their team but I did not expect that person to be Bo Dallas like why would Bo Dallas cost his team the match? I don't get it, I mean his team had the match won and they could have won the match but here is hoping we get an explanation from Bo as to why he did what he did but at the same time Truth, Titus, Kofi and Big E. end up going over which just means that this stable is here to stay but even more so they just continue to make an impact but I wonder where The Nation goes from here after No Way Out? Or I wonder what happens next with Sheamus? Knowing Sheamus he will probably have to defend his WWE United States Championship at some point and as for Big Show I can see him feuding with Bo Dallas but as for Cesaro he has that Money in the Bank briefcase still which he has held ever since July ever since Money in the Bank and he has never once tried to cash in, here is hoping Cesaro cashes in and soon
- Bryan Danielson the 2014 Royal Rumble Match winner defends his title shot and successfully retains his title shot here by beating Ziggler, this match definitely was back and forth all the way throughout, there were times I actually thought that either Lesnar was going to show up or I thought there were times that Ziggler was going to win this match seeing as how he had Danielson beat but Danielson managing to beat Ziggler, this match has to be considered a nominee for the 2014 Slammy Awards show here in your diary, this was a classic but now that we know Danielson is headed to WrestleMania 30 in the main event now that we know Danielson will be facing Brock for the WWE Undisputed Championship, right on schedule the WWE Undisputed Champion Lesnar shows up right here in his home state right here in his home town, Lesnar the hometown hero shows up and lays out both Ziggler and Danielson, yes Brock is definitely ready for WrestleMania 30 but is Danielson really ready to face Brock again?
- Jake the Snake Roberts as the 2nd inductee for this year's WWE Hall of Fame class, Jake the Snake joining Warrior in this year's class and The Snake being inducted by DDP, it is only fitting but I wonder who will be the 3rd inductee for this year's class? Or which other WWE Hall of Fame inductees end up joining this class of Warrior and The Snake?
- Paige retaining her WWE Divas Championship against Kaitlyn, I figured that Paige would retain her title but what I didn't expect was William Regal taking a bullet like that for Paige with Kaitlyn hitting the Spear on Regal as he sacrificed himself with Paige from out of nowhere taking advantage and getting the victory, yes Kaitlyn she may have had this match won but the key thing here is that she lost, plain and simple she lost and Paige is still the WWE Divas Champion but it begs the question of where Paige goes from here? Or just what is next for Kaitlyn?
- And in the main event, Seth Rollins winning the Elimination Chamber, Rollins getting himself a WWE Undisputed Championship match at Extreme Rules I figured that Rollins would win the Chamber because I said right from day one that he was going to win this and he did all be it Rollins took advantage of Cena being distracted by The Rock and Rollins getting the win, Rollins now will face the winner of Danielson vs Lesnar at Extreme Rules but seeing Rollins lay out Cena like that after the match was over, I loved it, and I know I was not the only one but the fans loved it too because I guess everyone just hates Cena but with Cena being distracted by The Rock and Rock actually showing up costing Cena his match, I would say Rock vs Cena WrestleMania 30 is now not only set in stone but this feud has just become all the more personal...I see a John Cena heel turn either happening in the build-up towards WrestleMania 30 or Cena turning heel at WrestleMania 30 but it seems that whatever Rollins does he can do no wrong in the eyes of the people
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Post by Planktung on Jan 1, 2015 23:29:25 GMT -5
NO....WAY....OUT! LAST STOP BEFORE WRESTLEMANIA! LET'S DO IT TO IT! A fine way to start things off with the WWE Tag Team Championships on the line. Actually really surprised that The Wyatt Family managed to retain the titles. With this being The Hardy Boyz' big PPV return, I was certain they'd win. I do like the decision, though, since I'm a bigger fan of Luke Harper and Erick Rowan. Matt and Jeff will probably still win them soon, though. Meh. Next, an expected victory for Chris Jericho to guarantee himself an Intercontinental Championship match. I am looking forward to his eventual encounter against Wade Barrett, but like I've said before, having their NXT history in this diary would have helped the feud tremendously. While Dean Ambrose being straight jacketed makes sense considering his persona and the Triple H rivalry, the image of him competing in one is weird. With his handicap, Mark Henry going over was the right call. I full expect Ambrose to get his win back soon over Henry, possibly as early as RAW tomorrow. OH, SH*T! HERE WE GO! IT'S ON! RAAAACE WAAAAAR! Time for perhaps the most unorthodox eight man tag in history. LOL BO THINKS HE'S BLACK! RUN, BO! RUN!! Rather comedic way to end the match, though The New Nation getting the victory was expected. Bryan Danielson and Dolph Ziggler would have put on a fantastic match, certainly, but the outcome was never in question. I was, however, surprised by Brock Lesnar's appearance afterwards. I can just imagine Dolph selling the Belly-to-Belly like hell. Lesnar and Danielson's storyline has played out perfectly and their match at WrestleMania will be incredible, no doubt. Paige versus Kaitlyn warms my heart. Well, you didn't do it as well as I did, but still. Good for the soul. I really liked William Regal taking a Spear from Kaitlyn. Paige retaining was expected, however. Really glad that she'll be walking into WrestleMania as the Divas Champion, seemingly. Now onto the main event. I'm expecting either John Cena or Roman Reigns to win, but I'm hope on wrong on both. Very happy to see Seth Rollins get the first elimination on Batista. Did wonders for him, which was needed since there's no way he wins. Randy Orton going out next, bleh. Was never going to win, though. CM Punk eliminated by Roman Reigns. Roman is certainly looking strong in this match! Cena, Reigns and Rollins left. Still thinking that Cena of Reigns win, and it'll likely come down to them. Alright, so Roman is out now. More build up for his inevitable match up against Punk. Cena and Rollins as the final two is definitely surprising. They'd have a great finishing sequence in this match. SETH WON!! WHAT?!?! NO ING WAY!!! Holy sh*t. Was NOT expecting that one bit. I fully admire the decision, though. Rollins going on to Extreme Rules with a title opportunity is sick. It does make me wonder what Rollins is going to do at WrestleMania. A great No Way Out overall. The outcomes of the opening and closing matches caught me off guard and I can't wait for the rest of the Road to WrestleMania to unfold.
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