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Post by tg11 on Apr 3, 2018 10:43:07 GMT -5
Emma can't be added into the RAW Money in the Bank Ladder Match because there are already 6 superstars in the match well on the RAW side of things and the Smackdown side of things as far as their Money in the Bank Ladder Match it already has 5 superstars and a woman in their match. Unless anyone who is anyone is being added in now because I thought you said you only wanted 6 superstars in both matches so just adding people into the match as you go along now huh?
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Post by Planktung on Apr 3, 2018 11:45:42 GMT -5
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Post by Planktung on Apr 3, 2018 11:46:00 GMT -5
June 9th, 2014 | Episode 009 | "Join the Tribe"
INTRO: After the signature WWE intro, Dario Cueto and Stephanie McMahon were shown in the ring, the two needing to address the challenge laid out by Alexa Bliss last week on SmackDown Live together. Stephanie stated that despite AJ Lee's breakdown last week at the end of RAW, she has been cleared by her psychologist, Dr. Burwick, after passing the psychological evaluation on her own time. "AJ will be returning soon, but Alexa Bliss made it clear that she wants AJ to be her partner at Money in the Bank against The Iconic Duo. This is a complicated matter since not only have Dario and I needed to cooperate with Shane McMahon and Kurt Angle to make this match happen, but also because Billie Kay and Peyton Royce decided to give themselves authority and name their own conditions for accepting the match," Stephanie said. Because of Iconic Duo's stance on the match, Dario and Stephanie had no choice but to allow them to appear on Monday Night RAW yet again. Billie and Peyton were escorted down to the ring by security guards who would be showing them the exit as soon as the segment was finished. Billie said that while she and Peyton did name their conditions for the Tag Team match at Money in the Bank, they're still not convinced that AJ legitimately passed her assessment. "Did you two not see her in this ring last week?! The girl is completely mental! She's not sane in the slightest!" Peyton shouted before Dario showed The Iconic Duo the documents containing Burwick's signature, making it official that AJ is "sane." Iconic Duo, taken aback by seeing proof that AJ is medically cleared, then said that the reason they laid out their conditions was because the RAW Women's and Hardcore Champion Emma deserves to be featured in RAW's highlight match at Money in the Bank. "Emma is the most accomplished female wrestler in the world today. On top of that, does SmackDown Live not have a woman in their Money in the Bank Ladder match? You showed us the documents saying that AJ is cleared to compete, so surely, you can also show us the documents stating that Paige is the only woman allowed to have a spotlight on her," Billie said, Dario and Stephanie having to take Paige's role on SmackDown into consideration. Iconic Duo continued to pester Dario and Stephanie until commotion could be heard in the audience. Alexa Bliss ran out to ringside through the stands, officials chasing her. The group soon got a hold of Alexa, preparing to escort her out of the Target Center before Dario asked that they let her into the ring. When Stephanie questioned Dario's motives, the RAW General Manager said that since Alexa was the one who issued the challenge for the match, she should have a say in the discussion happening at the moment. Alexa took a microphone and told Stephanie and Dario that they had nothing to lose by making the match official. "So what if you have to put Emma into Money in the Bank? It's not like she's going to win," Alexa said, which offended Billie and Peyton. Alexa stepped into the ring, Dario and Stephanie needing to come in between her and The Iconic Duo to prevent an altercation with superstars who weren't even on their roster. "... If we make AJ your tag team partner, you'll leave this ring right now and never come break into one of our buildings again?" Stephanie asked, 'Little Miss Bliss' nodding her head. Stephanie turned back to Dario, essentially leaving the final say with him. "... It's official!" Dario shouted to the approval of the WWE Universe. At Money in the Bank, not only will The Iconic Duo take on AJ and Alexa, but Emma will be the seventh participant in the Ladder match for a shot at the Universal Championship!
MATCH: Wrestling Royalty received a rematch for the RAW Tag Team Championships against The Revival after last week's encounter ended in a disqualification. This time, both teams battled to a double count-out, all four superstars refusing to comply with the official's orders. Ted DiBiase threw Scott Dawson into the LED board on the stage while Joe Hennig rammed Dash Wilder into the announce table. A plethora of official had to separate Wrestling Royalty and The Revival, the score remaining unsettled between both teams.
SEGMENT: Backstage, Cathy Kelley caught up with Xavier Woods, who was uncharacteristically alone in his locker room. While taping his fists, Woods was asked why he would issue a challenge to Pentagon for a match tonight? Woods stated that for too long, he's been the one who's painted out to be the easiest target of The New Day. "When The Usos wanted to send a message to The New Day, they used me for it. The same thing happened with The Wyatt Tribe. I was the 'sacrifice' that Pentagon used to get himself and Bray Wyatt to the RAW Tag Team Championships. Kofi and E don't even know that I issued the challenge because I never told them. I'm here by myself without my brothers by my side because this is something that I need to take care of all on my own. I'm tired of being the 'weak link' of The New Day. You push somebody around and sooner or later, they'll snap." Cathy then asked Woods if he even has any idea what a Cero Miedo match is? "I don't think anyone but Pentagon knows what the hell that is, but I don't care. If that's the only match that'll let me get my hands on Pentagon, then so be it. Tonight isn't about spreading positivity or promoting cereal. Tonight's about me standing up for myself for once."
MATCH: Daniel Bryan was supposed to compete against United States Champion Adam Cole in a non-title match, but Cole opted to have Undisputed ERA member Chris Jericho take his place. Jericho was ultimately defeated by Bryan with the Yes Lock. Bryan and the WWE Universe shouted "Yes!" in unison while Cole, Michael Bennett and Maria Kanellis headed up the entrance ramp. Suddenly, Bryan was struck from behind with a kendo stick by Emma! The RAW Women's and Hardcore Champion, who is now the seventh participant in the Money in the Bank Ladder match, fired away with repeated kendo stick shots to Bryan before glancing over at Cole, another one of her opponents in two weeks. "It's all! About! Me!" Emma yelled out, raising her two titles while eying a third one in the form of the Universal Championship.
SEGMENT: At this time, the contract signing between Derrick Bateman and the Universal Champion Kevin Owens was held. Stephanie McMahon sent out her assistant, Drake Maverick, to oversee the signing on his own. Maverick, who was clearly nervous about taking on his first big task, asked for the two superstars to come out to the ring. Owens walked down to the squared circle, taking a seat while waiting for Bateman. 'The God of the New Era' never showed up, Owens asking Maverick where he was. "Um, I don't... I don't know, sir. I, I called Derrick and asked that he be here tonight," said Maverick, Owens responding with, "... But he isn't here." Maverick asked for the production crew to play Bateman's theme one more time, Owens suggesting that wasn't necessary. "It's obvious that Bateman isn't going to show up because he can't even fathom the thought of stepping out in front of the WWE Universe without this Universal Title. I'm not at all surprised that he decided to not show up, so I'll just take this contract, deliver it to him myself and get his signature." Owens picked up the contract and was about to leave the ring, but instead decided to Powerbomb Maverick through the table! "What the hell was that for?! Drake Maverick was just doing his job!" Corey Graves exclaimed while the fans in Minneapolis cheered Owens on. 'The Prizefighter' took the contract with him, intending to find Bateman on his own.
MATCH: Seth Rollins headed down to the ring for what he expected to be a one-on-one match with Matanza Cueto. Before the bell rang, Dario Cueto emerged from his office to inform Rollins that this would now be a Handicap match. That led to Braun Strowman's entrance music sounding. Rollins was forced to go in alone against Matanza and Strowman, the two largest competitors in RAW's Money in the Bank Ladder match. Towards the end of the match, tension began building between Matanza and Strowman, both of them tagging themselves in with excessive force. Rollins charged into Strowman with a Dropkick that knocked Matanza off of the apron. Rollins delivered repeated Superkicks to Strowman before going for the Curb Stomp. However, Strowman caught Rollins in mid-air onto his shoulder, planting him with a Running Powerslam! Strowman covered Rollins for the victory, standing tall before he was turned around by Matanza. Dario's baby brother hoisted Strowman up, delivering Wrath of the Gods! Matanza manhandled Strowman like no one before him has, giving 'The Monster' all of the momentum in the world before the Money in the Bank Ladder match in thirteen days.
SEGMENT: A clip from Carmella's latest training session with James Ellsworth was shown. This time, Ellsworth attempted to show Carmella how to do a Hurricanrana, a maneuver that he couldn't even pull off himself. Ellsworth tried using Big Cass as his base, only to hang from his shoulders. "You don't know what you're doing, don't you?" Carmella asked Ellsworth, who shamefully said he didn't. Carmella then headed up to the top rope, asking Ellsworth to stand still. Carmella then leaped through the air, successfully hitting a Hurricanrana to Ellsworth! "That was amazing! I'm so proud of you!" Ellsworth exclaimed while going in for a hug. Instead, Carmella kicked him below the belt again, leaving him behind in the ring while Cass laughed to himself.
MATCH: The official Monday Night RAW debut of Aleister Black took place as he battled 'Broken' Matt Hardy in a rematch from Bad Blood. 'The Dutch Destroyer' once again showed off his prowess in the art of striking before bringing Hardy up to to a vertical base with his foot. This time, Hardy pushed Black's foot away. "Delete!" Hardy screamed before Black delivered Black Mass! Black covered Hardy to pick up his second victory in WWE. "Aleister Black has arrived, and trust me when I say that Monday Night RAW will never be the same," said Corey Graves while Black sat cross-legged in the center of the ring.
VIDEO PACKAGE: At this time, the video package for Triple H and Finn Balor's Money in the Bank collision aired, featuring "Where Did It Go?" by Asking Alexandria. "So you're all stars now? So you're what's in now? Top of the world now, so you're the kings now?" At the WWE Draft, Balor - who was the reigning NXT Champion - was selected by RAW in the first round. 'The Demon' made his in-ring debut the next week as part of a Six Pack Challenge that saw him take out Triple H when he attempted to aid Seth Rollins. Later that night, Hunter called out Balor, declaring that it was he who created 'The Demon' and could finish him off as well. Balor responded with a Coup de Grace to 'The King of Kings.' "There is only one throne and I'm not done with it. Still shitting, sleeping, eating, breathing it. Ten years and you’re still hanging on my every word with baited breath." At an NXT live event in Atlanta, Hunter and Rollins cost Balor the NXT Championship against Kyle O'Reilly, setting the stage for an encounter between Balor and Rollins at No Mercy. 'The Demon' debuted in full form that night, taking the fight to 'The Architect' and defeating him. Balor had the opportunity to qualify for the Elimination Chamber match at Bad Blood, only for Hunter to once again cost him. During an encounter on the Bad Blood Kickoff, Balor issued the challenge to Hunter for a match. 'The Game' accepted with the date later being set as Money in the Bank. In Chicago, Hunter will attempt to vanquish a man he considers to be his own 'creation.' 'The Game' vs. 'The Demon.' "Just sit the fuck down, pay attention. There's too much noise, for a second listen. Where did it go? Where did it go so wrong?"
SEGMENT: Backstage, Universal Champion Kevin Owens was shown leaving the Target Center, holding the contract for his match at Money in the Bank with Derrick Bateman. Charly Caruso caught up to Owens, asking if he really believes he'll be able to find Bateman, who could be anywhere in the world at this point. "I know exactly where Derrick Bateman is," were Owens' only words as he continued on his way out of Minneapolis.
MATCH: The first-ever Cero Miedo match occurred as Xavier Woods stepped into Pentagon's world to challenge him. No disqualifications. No count-outs. All weapons were legal in a Cero Miedo match. Pentagon took out a number of chairs from underneath the ring, throwing them at Woods. Pentagon rolled Woods back into the ring, taking out a table. Pentagon slid the table into the ring before going after Woods, who had taken out bamboo skewers! "Where the hell did Xavier Woods get those from?!" Corey Graves shouted as Woods forced the skewers into the head of Pentagon! Woods showed a side of him that no one knew existed as he showed just as much barbarity as Pentagon. Woods set the table up and positioned Woods on top of it before heading to the top rope for an Elbow Drop! Woods got the cover on Pentagon, who was somehow able to kick out. At that moment, Bray Wyatt began heading down to the ring, only for Woods to leap onto him with a Plancha! Woods looked underneath the ring one more time while the WWE Universe chanted, "Let's go, Woods!" for the first time instead of just "New! Day rocks!" Woods brought out a barbed wire board, positioning it in the middle of the ring. Woods waited for Pentagon to get to his feet, but out of nowhere, Randy Orton slid into the ring through the audience and sent Woods crashing onto the barbed wire with an RKO! Orton rose to his feet, the hood from his sleeveless jacket still covering his face. The WWE Universe watched in shock as Pentagon glanced at Orton for a few seconds before getting the cover on Woods, pulling him off of the barbed wire. Pentagon was victorious in the Cero Miedo match as he continued staring at Orton. Wyatt and Maxine entered the ring, both of them just as stunned as everyone else. Orton, who had both of his arms broken at Bad Blood, showed no signs of injury before removing his hood, glancing at The Wyatt Tribe with a blank expression. Pentagon put up the "Cero" part of his hand gesture while Orton completed it with "Miedo." Wyatt and Maxine both laughed while Orton raised Pentagon's arm in triumph. Months ago, Wyatt was able to "brainwash" Paige to make her one of his own, and it would appear that cycle has been repeated with 'The Viper'! Randy Orton is in The Wyatt Tribe! |
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Post by tg11 on Apr 3, 2018 12:42:58 GMT -5
- I still can't believe that Randy Orton turned heel much less that he joined the Wyatt Tribe given everything they have done to him given the fact that Pentagon broke not one but both of Orton's arms and Orton is back for the first time since Bad Blood. I mean how are Orton's arms not broken? I mean seriously and the fact that he was able to hit that RKO on Woods especially when Woods had the match won he was well on his way to beating Pentagon in the Cero Miedo Match. If it hadn't been for Orton interfering, Woods would have beaten Pentagon in his own environment in his own match. With Orton as the newest member of The Wyatt Tribe I wonder if this will lead up to a New Day/Wyatt Tribe match for Money in the Bank?
- WWE Universal Champion Kevin Owens going to confront Bateman...I wonder if this makes Kevin Owens a babyface especially in this build up towards his match with Bateman for the WWE Universal Championship? I mean if Bateman can't even show up in person that is a pretty heel move but then again isn't Owens a heel as well? I mean he basically Powerbombed Stephanie McMahon's assistant Drake Maverick by putting him through a table but yet the fans loved it...so I wonder if these babyface like reactions that Owens keeps getting if it will turn him into a babyface?
- Triple H vs Finn Balor at Money in the Bank is a Dream Match. I mean who in their wildest dreams would have ever have thought that this match could happen? I mean this is essentially mentor vs protégé but also I wonder if Finn Balor will come out as The Demon King for this match? If he does then I surely can't wait to see it
- Aleister Black beats Broken Matt Hardy yet again...that is not only once but twice now that he has beaten Broken Matt Hardy in singles matches. Therefore, it begs the question of if Black can build up an undefeated streak? I mean he is undefeated right now ever since bursting on to the main roster here on RAW from NXT so
- It seems Carmella's training is going well. She will be out there in that ring in no time.
- Strowman & Matanza beating Seth Rollins in a Handicap Match 2 on 1 obviously was never in doubt. I mean Rollins is going up against not one but two monsters and practically Rollins is the walking wounded. I mean he obviously stood no chance against either of them but then the 2 of them together yeah Rollins was going to be destroyed and he pretty much was. However, the tension building between Matanza Cueto and Braun Strowman was inevitable. I mean here you have 2 resident monsters on the same show and this show can't be big enough for the 2 of them so the two titans were bound to go face to face sooner or later and they did post-match. Matanza Cueto standing tall by doing the one thing to Braun Strowman that no one not one single man has been able to do and that is manhandle Braun Strowman. Matanza Cueto not only manhandled Braun, he basically laid him out. I mean after that how can you bet against Matanza Cueto to win the RAW Money in the Bank Ladder Match?
- Daniel Bryan beating Undisputed Era member Chris Jericho before Money in the Bank was something now wasn't it? I mean I would have thought for sure that either Undisputed Era member WWE United States Champion Adam Cole or even Undisputed Era member Michael Bennett would have gotten involved here in this match and it would turn into a 3 on 1 assault. However, it didn't but I would say Bryan more or less winning this match gives him momentum heading into Money in the Bank. Bryan has experience of winning a Money in the Bank Ladder Match and with a win at the PPV it could basically elevate Bryan back into the main event where he belongs. WWE RAW Women's Champion and WWE Hardcore Champion Emma attacking Bryan post-match from behind with a Kendo Stick is shocking to say the least. I am surprised that Emma was even able to pull that off much less that Bryan let her do it.
- Yeah Emma she may be in the RAW Money in the Bank Ladder Match but she has no chance of winning I mean she is already a double champion and not to mention she is in the match with 6 other guys who on any given night could destroy her. No way she stands a chance at all.
- As far as Iconic facing off against Bliss and AJ Lee I have to wonder how can AJ trust Alexa? Or vice versa how can Alexa trust AJ?
13 MORE DAYS UNTIL MONEY IN THE BANK...CAN YOU BELIEVE IT?
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Post by Planktung on Apr 23, 2018 18:49:05 GMT -5
June 11th, 2014 | Episode 009 | "Inevitable"
INTRO: NXT opened with a backstage promo from the NXT Tag Team Champions, Jinder Mahal and Drew McIntyre. The two spoke about Mahal's match tonight against Kenny Omega, along with the attempt on the part of 'The Cleaner' to get back at them last week. McIntyre and Mahal issued a challenge to Omega to find a tag team partner by the end of the night, and if he can, they can have a shot at the Tag Team Titles at NXT TakeOver: Chicago in less than two weeks.MATCH: On the subject of tag team action, NXT Women's Champion Nicole Matthews was forced to team with SAnitY's Nikki Cross against Ember Moon and Toni Storm. Nikki's relentlessness and hostility made it difficult for herself and Nicole to work as a unit, the Women's Champion eventually Superkicking her off of the ring apron. Toni grabbed Nicole from behind, planting her with a Half-Nelson Suplex before following up with the Shining Wizard! Toni got the cover, getting her victory over Nicole that she was robbed of a few weeks back. Now, all three of Nicole's challengers have pinfall victories over her, and all it'll take is for one of those three scenarios to repeat itself in Chicago and we'll have a brand new NXT Women's Champion.MATCH: Ricochet and Uhaa Nation managed to pick themselves up after a loss to Jinder Mahal and Drew McIntyre last week by putting away Tino Sabbatelli and Riddick Moss. Post-match, the former NXT Tag Team Champions declared that they're ready to finish off what SAnitY started back in New Orleans. They have backup, and they'll be waiting for them at TakeOver: Chicago in a four-on-four match against Eric Young, Tommaso Ciampa, Jimmy Havoc and Darby Allin.MATCH: Extending his undefeated streak, Matt Riddle was able to force Murphy to tap out to the Bromission. As Riddle was heading up the entrance ramp, Charly Caruso approached 'The King of Bros' and asked if he had a response to the challenge laid out last week by Paul Heyman and Lars Sullivan? Riddle stated that he knew he and Sullivan would have to cross paths eventually since the two of them are the most dominant competitors in NXT right now. "Am I scared of Lars Sullivan? Bro... look at me. If Paul Heyman really wants his newest client to be submitted in Chicago, then I'll be more than happy to do so, bro." MUSIC CREDIT: A special thanks was given to Islander for "Better Day," one of the official theme songs of NXT TakeOver: Chicago. The track is off of Power Under Control and is available now on iTunes and Spotify.ANNOUNCEMENT: Next week, Tye Dillinger takes on Bobby Fish just three days before 'The Perfect Ten' challenges Kyle O'Reilly for the NXT Championship in a Chicago Street Fight.MATCH: Looking for revenge after being screwed out of the number one contendership to the NXT Title, Kenny Omega took on Jinder Mahal in the main event. After taking a vicious elbow strike from Mahal, Omega responded with a V-Trigger, rocking one-half of the NXT Tag Team Champions. Omega's second attempt at a V-Trigger was thwarted by Drew McIntyre, who pulled Omega out of the ring to cause the disqualification finish. McIntyre threw Omega into the steel steps before rolling him back into the ring. McIntyre and Mahal proceeded to assault Omega, 'The Cleaner' in peril in the two-on-one beatdown. Suddenly, one of the loudest ovations in Full Sail University to date sparked when Kota Ibushi ran down to the ring! Ibushi, who is gearing up to face Andrade 'Cien' Almas next week at the Cruiserweight Classic Finale, delivered a series of strikes and kicks to Mahal and McIntyre, forcing the NXT Tag Team Champions to retreat! Ibushi stood in front of the ropes, making sure Mahal and McIntyre were gone for good. At that moment, Omega began stirring to his feet, looking across at Ibushi and realizing that he was saved by 'The Golden Star.' Ibushi turned around, he and Omega slowly walking towards each other in an encounter that the NXT Universe would never forgot. Omega brought Ibushi in for a hug as the roof just about came off of the building. "Does this mean what I think it does?!" Michael Schiavello questioned on commentary as Tom Phillips confirmed the speculation. At NXT TakeOver: Chicago, The Golden Lovers will challenge for the NXT Tag Team Championships! |
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Post by Planktung on Apr 23, 2018 18:49:41 GMT -5
June 11th, 2014 | Episode 009 | "Bitter End"
MATCH: One more week remained until the Cruiserweight Classic Finale like from the CFE Arena. Already knowing that Kota Ibushi will battle Andrade 'Cien' Almas in one Semi-Final match, the other would be determined tonight. Marty Scurll and Mark Haskins kicked off the show with a grueling encounter befitting of the two Brits. At one point, Scurll grabbed Haskins' hand to snap his fingers, but Haskins ended up countering it into a Fujiwara Armbar! 'The Villain' had to fight to get to the ropes, eventually doing so. Haskins picked Scurll back up for a German Suplex, only for Scurll to land on his feet. Scurll dodged a Discus Lariat, applying the Crossface Chicken Wing! Scurll was able to cinch in the hold, forcing every ounce of air out of Haskins' body as he had no choice but to submit. Scurll stood tall in the ring while the updated bracket appeared to place him in the Semi-Finals next week. Kota Ibushi. Andrade 'Cien' Almas. Marty Scurll. Those three men would soon be joined by one other competitor as the final match of the Quarter-Finals was set to begin.
MATCH: 'The Bruiserweight' vs. 'Johnny Wrestling.' Pete Dunne and Johnny Gargano put it all on the line with an opportunity to meet Marty Scurll next week in the Semi-Finals on the line. Gargano headed up to the top rope towards the end of the match, Dunne charging into him with a heavy forearm strike. Dunne continued targeting the head of Gargano before bringing him down to the canvas. Dunne's attempt at an X-Plex was countered when Gargano landed on his feet. placing Dunne in position for a Reverse STO, transitioning into the Gargano Escape! Dunne valiantly tried to reach the ropes, only for Gargano to push both of them away with his foot against the bottom rope. Dunne ended up being able to fight his way out of the hold, trying to rake the eyes of his opponent. Dunne picked Gargano up for The Bitter End, only for 'Johnny Wrestling' to turn it into a DDT into the second turnbuckle! Dunne's face rested against the turnbuckle, Gargano Superkicking the back of his head into it! Gargano pulled Dunne back into the center of the ring, covering him for what was somehow only a two count! Gargano took the arm that Dunne used to kick out, re-applying the Gargano Escape! The maneuver that brought Gargano all of his victories in the tournament thus far looked to be ineffective this time as Dunne began inching closer and closer to the ropes. Gargano released the hold on his own, grabbing the right foot of 'The Bruiserweight' to bring him back into the center. Dunne picked his head up, which proved to be a mistake as Gargano Superkicked him! Gargano collapsed onto the body of Dunne, the official making the three count! "'Johnny Wrestling' is going to the Semi-Finals!" Mauro Ranallo exclaimed over the audience that continued to wild over the encounter they just witnessed. Gargano had his arm raised in victory, arguably the WWE Universe's new favorite to win the tournament keeping his hopes and dreams alive as he advances tot he CFE Arena next week for the live two-hour finale on the WWE Network! While Kota Ibushi and Andrade 'Cien' Almas collide, Gargano will have his work cut out for him against 'The Villain' Marty Scurll. Who will win the first-ever WWE Cruiserweight Classic?
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Post by Planktung on Apr 23, 2018 18:50:05 GMT -5
June 12th, 2014 | Episode 009 | "Allie's World"
MATCH: SmackDown Live opened with a huge Six Person Tag Team match as Paige, Cody Rhodes and Dean Ambrose took on Catch Point comprised of Chad Gable, Jason Jordan and the Intercontinental Champion, TJ Perkins. The hot tag was made to Paige as 'Princess Anarchist' entered the ring, going after TJP with furious strikes before pushing Gable and Jordan off of the apron. Paige ran the ropes for a forearm strike to TJP, but was pulled out of the ring by Gable and Jordan. The two of them threw Paige into the steel steps before heading back into the ring, a brawl breaking out among the three of them, Ambrose and Rhodes. Catch Point delivered the two-on-one beatdown, resulting in a disqualification. CM Punk - the newest member of Catch Point - slowly walked down to the ring, smirking at the sight of Catch Point standing tall. Suddenly, WWE Champion Sami Zayn ran down to the ring, shoving Punk out of his way before going after Catch Point! Zayn was joined by Paige, Rhodes and Ambrose, the four of them evening the odds and not allowing Catch Point their moment of triumph.
MATCH: The Six Person Tag Team match turned into an Eight Person Tag as CM Punk and the WWE Champion, Sami Zayn, joined the carnage. Ultimately, Catch Point still managed to come out on top after TJ Perkins put Dean Ambrose away with The Detonation Kick. Punk picks up the momentum heading into his Ladder match for the WWE Championship against Sami Zayn in ten days, and TJP may have to be viewed as the favorite to win the Money in the Bank briefcase for SmackDown Live.
SEGMENT: Backstage, SmackDown Live Commissioner Shane McMahon was shown walking towards his office when Renee Young asked if he could comment on Samoa Joe's actions last week. Shane stated that Joe's behavior wasn't befitting of a WWE superstar, and therefore, he has been suspended. "When the time comes, Kurt Angle and I will deal with Samoa Joe. Tonight, however, we have a different task. Tyler Breeze said that he wants us to name his next opponent for the IWGP Jr. Heavyweight Championship? I can do that as long as Breeze meets me in the ring for an announcement."
MATCH: "Ladies and gentlemen... Elias." The strum of the guitar synched with the spotlight shining down on Elias, who continued to play his tune that belittled the Green Bay audience. It was clear that the WWE Universe didn't want to walk with Elias, but 'The Drifter' paid no attention to the negative response as he managed to defeat Mojo Rawley with relative ease.
SEGMENT: In his office, SmackDown Live General Manager Kurt Angle was shown looking through his phone before Allie walked into the room. The number one contender for the SmackDown Women's Championship greeted Angle before asking why he wanted to speak with her. "As I'm sure you already know, Allie, Becky Lynch is going to go one-on-one with Kaitlyn tonight, and Kaitlyn insisted that if she wins, she be added to the Women's Title match at Money in the Bank." Angle stated that while he was hesitant to accept those conditions, Becky was more than happy to accept the challenge. "However, I want to put my own spin on this match. That's why I'm asking that you be the special guest referee." Angle handed Allie her referee shirt as she glanced at it with a look of nervousness on her face.
MATCH: In a Triple Threat match to decide Tyson Kidd and Adrian Neville's first challengers for the SmackDown Tag Team Championships, The Usos managed to come out on top against The Alpha Wolves and PMA after double Splashes onto Solomon Crowe. The Usos confronted Kidd and Neville, who watched the match from ringside. Kidd and Neville raised the championships that Jimmy and Jey hope to capture sooner rather than later.
VIDEO PACKAGE: A recap video took us back to Monday Night RAW this past week, where the Dual-Branded Tag Team match for Money in the Bank was made official. The Iconic Duo will take on Alexa Bliss and AJ Lee, two superstars who have not met face-to-face since they battled at WrestleMania. Next week, AJ will address the WWE Universe as one of the RAW superstars making an appearance on SmackDown Live, just three days before Money in the Bank.
MATCH: While TJ Perkins, Paige, Dean Ambrose and Cody Rhodes had their encounter earlier in the Eight Person Tag Team match, The Miz and Baron Corbin did battle one-on-one. After Miz was Clotheslined over the top rope, Corbin went after 'The Awesome One,' only to be kicked in the leg as he was exiting the ring. Corbin fell onto the floor, Miz continuing to target his by placing it against the steel steps before kicking it again. Miz slid back into the ring, waiting as Corbin was unable to meet the official's ten count. Miz left through the audience, celebrating his count-out victory against 'The Lone Wolf' ahead of Money in the Bank.
SEGMENT: SmackDown Live Commissioner Shane McMahon made his way down to the ring while carrying a black bag to address Tyler Breeze's comments last week about requesting his next challenger for the IWGP Jr. Heavyweight Championship. 'Prince Pretty' headed into the squared circle, thanking Shane for, in his words, "Listening to me for once." Shane said that he knows Breeze wants an opponent for the IWGP Jr. Heavyweight Championship, but that won't be happening. "Breeze, do you not realize the kind of damage that you're doing to WWE's working relationship with New Japan? They're missing their Jr. Heavyweight Title because you refuse to go over there and defend it. Instead, you're asking me to find you an opponent for a championship that doesn't even belong to this brand, or this company for that matter. So, I've already spoken with New Japan officials, and both parties have come to the agreement that you will be stripped of the Jr. Heavyweight Championship." The WWE Universe popped for the announcement while Breeze was irate, screaming at Shane that he can't just take the Jr. Heavyweight Title away from him. "I can because I've been given the authority by New Japan to do so. Here's the thing, though. I understand that you never actually lost the title, so here's what I'll do for you." Shane then opened the black bag, bringing out a purple-strapped championship with silver plates. "Ladies and gentlemen, it is my honor to reintroduce to everyone the WWE Cruiserweight Championship! For the past two months, some of the best performers in the world have competed in the Cruiserweight Classic, and next week, it all comes to an end. At Money in the Bank, we will crown a brand new Cruiserweight Champion in a one-on-one contest between Tyler Breeze and the winner of the Cruiserweight Classic! All you have to do, Breeze, is hand over the IWGP Jr. Heavyweight Championship." Shane raised the Cruiserweight Title in Breeze's face, trying to persuade 'Prince Pretty' to accept his terms. Breeze glanced at both championships, trying to decide what the best decision for himself was. Ultimately, Breeze slowly handed the Jr. Heavyweight Title to Shane, but not without letting him know that the Cruiserweight Title will be his. At Money in the Bank, Breeze will take on either Kota Ibushi, Andrade 'Cien' Almas, Johnny Gargano or Marty Scurll for the Cruiserweight Championship!
MATCH: In the main event, Kaitlyn battled for the chance to be added to the SmackDown Women's Championship match at Money in the Bank. With Allie serving as the guest referee, both Kaitlyn and Becky Lynch would glance at her with every near-fall, Kaitlyn especially assuming that Allie was working against her. Kaitlyn set Becky up for a Powerbomb from the top rope, but on the way down, Becky managed to counter it with a Frankensteiner! Becky kept a grip on Kaitlyn's arm, applying the Disarmer! Kaitlyn was unable to reach the ropes, having to submit before her arm could be snapped. Allie handed Becky back the SmackDown Women's Title, 'The Irish Lass Kicker' slowly taking it from the superstar who will be attempting to seize the gold at Money in the Bank.
SEGMENT: Becky Lynch and Allie exchanged a few words in the center of the ring, neither appearing to be hostile towards the other. With a smile on her face like always, Allie patted Becky on the shoulder that the Women's Championship rested on, assuring her that Money in the Bank would be a friendly competition. Suddenly, Becky's music stopped playing as CM Punk, TJ Perkins, Chad Gable and Jason Jordan headed out to ringside and circled the ring. "What the hell is Catch Point doing here?!" Rob Naylor questioned as Becky and Allie were wondering the same thing. The two women stood with their backs to each other, preparing to take on Catch Point physically if they needed. Punk, TJP, Gable and Jordan each stood on a different ring apron while glancing at the two superstars in the ring. Becky and Allie had each other's backs... or at least that's what the WWE Universe assumed.
Allie removed her referee shirt to reveal a Catch Point shirt underneath.
The fans in Green Bay collectively gasped - some even letting out shouts of "No!" - once they saw Allie's Catch Point shirt. Becky figured that something had gone wrong, the SmackDown Women's Champion slowly turning around. Allie still had her back turned to her, but Becky could see the Catch Point logo printed on her shirt by looking at the titantron. Becky's mouth and eyes widened as Allie turned around. "... Why?" Becky asked while legitimately looking like she was about to cry. Allie then struck Becky with a huge right hand shot before delivering more! "Allie... Oh my God..." Nigel McGuinness uttered while Allie continued her assault on Becky while the other members of Catch Point looked on. Allie rolled Becky out of the ring, proceeding to hoist her onto shoulders for a Death Valley Driver into the barricade! Becky landed head and neck first onto the floor, Allie sliding back into the ring to grab the SmackDown Women's Championship. Allie glanced at the center plate of the title endlessly while Catch Point joined her in the ring. She looked over at all four members before slowly nodding her head. Allie set the Women's Title down in front of her before Punk and TJP raised her arms. "What has she done?" Naylor asked after Allie did the unthinkable after crushing every heart she stole over the last five months. Allie just sold her soul to Catch Point.
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Post by Planktung on Apr 23, 2018 18:50:39 GMT -5
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Post by tg11 on Apr 24, 2018 6:36:40 GMT -5
- I still can't believe that Allie has turned heel. This was probably or is probably one of the most shocking heel turns in WWE history in your diary bar none. You ask why? It was so unexpected and no one even saw it coming not even the WWE Smackdown Women's Champion Becky Lynch. Allie has joined Catch Point out of nowhere but here is hoping we at least get an explanation as to why. Why Allie Why? I still do not understand why she would turn her back on the WWE Universe because they loved her they believed in her and she all of a sudden stabs them all in the back to join CM Punk's group. She joins her new stablemates of CM Punk, TJP, Chad Gable and Jason Jordan in Catch Point by becoming its newest member. 5 strong in this stable...I wonder if this means Catch Point will become like nWo back in WCW where you had almost anyone joining?
- At least it will stay a 1 on 1 match for the WWE Smackdown Women's Championship especially since Kaitlyn failed to beat the WWE Smackdown Women's Champion Becky Lynch to make it a Triple Threat Match for the title. Allie being Special Guest Referee for that match I can only figure that after the whole heel turn and her joining Catch Point that she was more or less looking after her own interests especially now. I mean because if it had been a Triple Threat Match she would have seemingly no chance in becoming champion. However, now that she has aligned herself with Punk and those jackals I would say she more or less has a chance to become WWE Smackdown Women's Champion.
- Tyler Breeze gets stripped of the IWGP Jr. Heavyweight Championship and honestly thinking about it it may be for the best. Why? For the simple reason of WWE's apparent working relationship with New Japan and the longer Breeze held that title hostage the more likely that partnership would have fallen apart. Breeze got stripped of the title and he never even lost it. It was taken away from him by the Smackdown Commissioner Shane McMahon and Smackdown GM Kurt Angle. They did that but instead of giving him back the title they give him another shot to be a champion in WWE but they give him a shot at becoming WWE Cruiserweight Champion by adding him into the match for the WWE Cruiserweight Championship by having him face the participants of the WWE Cruiserweight Classic that being Johnny Gargano, Kota Ibushi, Marty Scurll, and Andrade Cien Almas. Blockbuster announcement there and Breeze he is my pick to win the WWE Cruiserweight Championship.
- In a heel vs heel contest battle of the 2 most hated men on Smackdown Live Miz beats Baron Corbin all be it by countout and honestly that is a classic heelish way to win a match especially against another heel. The Miz after beating Corbin he definitely has to be considered a favorite going into the Smackdown Money in the Bank Ladder Match considering the fact that Miz has done it before in this diary winning a Money in the Bank and he cashed in that briefcase to become WWE Champion. Could Miz do it again? I think he can. Miz has practically done it all in this business he is a future first ballot WWE Hall of Famer I mean his accomplishments alone surpass almost everyone in that match.
- AJ Lee showing up on Smackdown Live...I wonder if she will be walking right into a trap especially considering Iconic is here on Smackdown Live? Here is hoping AJ Lee is at least smart enough to bring back up
- The Usos beat PMA and The Alpha Wolves to become #1 Contenders for the Smackdown Tag Team Championships and honestly The Usos they have been virtually on a roll ever since being drafted over to Smackdown Live. It is like their career has been revived or resurrected by being on this show but also by reinventing themselves character wise they are getting better and better not only as a tag team but their chemistry they are just in-sync probably as in-sync as they have ever been. Not to mention being brothers being twins no less helps and the fact that they have this in their blood being 2nd generation superstars coming from a Samoan dynasty that has the likes of their father WWE Hall of Famer Rikishi, their cousins being Roman Reigns, The Rock, Yokozuna, Nia Jax, Tamina and their uncle being the late great Umaga but also their great uncles being WWE Hall of Famers The Wild Samoans Afa & Sika yeah The Usos have huge shoes to fill. I would say that they are on their way to doing that especially here on Smackdown Live and it is only a matter of time before they become the next Smackdown Live Tag Team Champions.
- Elias' stardom continues to rise here on Smackdown Live with yet another win by him beating Mojo Rawley...so I wonder if Elias will actually get some real competition?
- Shane & Kurt suspending Samoa Joe...is that really wise? I mean I can see Samoa Joe showing up anyway even if he is supposed to be suspended and after that beating he gave Shane I think it is safe to say that Kurt Angle is going to get a beating next. Samoa Joe is frustrated but also he feels like he has been pushed aside ever since being drafted over to this show and he couldn't take it anymore hence why he attacked Shane. I can see him attacking Angle next especially if you want his heel run to continue. If you want to build up Joe to be a badass heel what better way for him to do that than by attacking Kurt Angle? Or better yet Joe could just show up anyway during the Money in the Bank Ladder Match for Smackdown Live and he could just attack every single participant in the match
- Catch Point in their first match together as a whole group...Punk, WWE Intercontinental Champion TJP, Gable and Jordan beat the team of WWE Champion Sami Zayn, Paige, Cody Rhodes and Dean Ambrose in an 8 Person Tag Team Match well I had to say person because you have a female on the team. However, that is neither here nor there. It still doesn't change the fact that Catch Point is basically on a roll as a team. I mean Punk he could become WWE Champion for the 5th time by beating Zayn. Punk even said as much that if he doesn't walk out of Money in the Bank with the title that he will leave WWE for good. Punk is essentially putting his career on the line in this match against Sami Zayn and it isn't just any match but a Ladder Match with the title on the line. TJP already having gold in Catch Point already being WWE Intercontinental Champion what if he wins Money in the Bank? He could essentially cash in on either Punk or Zayn to become WWE Champion. It means TJP could become a double champion God forbid. I mean think about it what if Punk wins the title? TJP could come out and out of nowhere cashes in on his fellow Catch Point member Punk. Could you imagine that? Shouldn't that cause dissension within the group already?
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Post by Planktung on Apr 25, 2018 23:37:40 GMT -5
Friday June 13th
Stamford, Connecticut
It felt as if a revolution had been taking place right in front of the WWE Universe on SmackDown Live through the brand's newest faction Catch Point. In the short two weeks that the group has been existence, Catch Point has acquired TJ Perkins and the Intercontinental Championship; Jason Jordan and Chad Gable from NXT; the number one contender for the WWE Championship, CM Punk; and just last night, the number one contender for the SmackDown Women's Championship and without any doubt the most shocking addition to the stable, Allie.
After SmackDown Live on Thursday, Catch Point headed to Stamford, Connecticut for an interview with Vic Joseph - poor him for having this be his first task - to discus the origins of the group, and why everyone involved has committed themselves to the group.
Joseph: "Firstly, I'd like to thank everyone out there in the WWE Universe for joining us on short notice for this live broadcast on the WWE Network. Next, I'd like to thank my guests at this time, the group that has taken SmackDown Live by storm. My first question would be to the man I assume is spearheading all of this: the Intercontinental Champion, TJ Perkins."
Perkins: "Well, you're right in saying that I'm the one spearheading all of this. Catch Point is brand new to the WWE Universe, but it's been brewing in my mind for a long time. Vic, do you have any idea what Catch Point means?"
Joseph: "On Monday Night RAW last week, you explained it as yourself, Chad Gable and Jason Jordan returning wrestling to its roots."
Perkins: "And that's the very basic idea of Catch Point. Wrestling has evolved dramatically over the last decade, and even beyond that. There's a certain flair that people expect now every time they watch a match. As a result, we've all needed to adapt. I don't consider myself to just a mat-based wrestler or just a high flyer. I'm a hybrid. Everybody you see in front of you right now is a hybrid. We're all defining what it means to be a pro wrestler in the 2010s. That's the mantra I've been living by over the last couple of years, even back when I was Manik. You couldn't see beneath the mask, but I made sure that everybody could see through my performances who the man playing the character was. When I came to WWE through the TNA acquisition, I viewed it as a fresh start. The chance to make a new name for myself. Well, I tried that... and I failed. I dropped to the Supplemental Draft, which I may have not taken so personally had it not been for SmackDown Live's number one Draft pick. In what world is it possible for a roster to be filled with SO much talent, only for SmackDown to take Paige first? Paige isn't a pro wrestler. She's a stuntwoman who has manipulated and deceived the WWE Universe. To make matters worse, she was given a spot in the WWE Championship tournament at Backlash while I had to sit on the sidelines and watch. I'm one of the best pure athletes in this company, yet Paige had the world handed to her on a silver platter. That's when I knew I couldn't take any of this anymore. I went onto Twitter and voiced my opinion, and let me use that word again, opinion. I said that I wasn't going to stand by and let some woman take my opportunities from me."
Joseph: "I'm sorry to interrupt, but that brings me to one of my next questions for you. After your outburst on social media, the word 'misogynist' was thrown your way by a plethora of fans. Do you consider yourself to be one?"
Perkins: "There's a woman right now two seats away from me. I'm not a misogynist. I don't hate women. I just hate when they take away my opportunities. That's all. Paige had no business being in the tournament, just like she has no business being in Money in the Bank. This group was formed because of her. Just like everything else in WWE, if you want someone to blame, then blame Paige."
Joseph: "At Judgment Day, Catch Point burst onto the scene when Jason Jordan and Chad Gable - formerly American Alpha - came to your aid in the Intercontinental Championship match. Were they the first recruits, or were they just the first that you brought to the table?"
Perkins: "After I was taken off of the road by WWE because of death threats, Gable and Jordan reached out to me and said that they agreed with my views towards Paige. They were just as sickened by her pedestal as I was, which was when I presented them with the idea I had to turn Catch Point from a mantra into a revolution. I asked them to request to William Regal and Portia Perez that they begin negotiations with SmackDown Live. No questions were asked and everyone fell right into our hands. Gable and Jordan signed with SmackDown Live, and it couldn't have come at a better time with the Fatal Four Way at Judgment Day coming up. Did I need Gable and Jordan to win the Intercontinental Title? No. The point of them being at Judgment Day wasn't to help me in any way. It was just to let the WWE Universe know that Catch Point is here."
Joseph: "Gable, Jordan, is all of that true?"
Gable: "Just about, yeah. Jason and I did reach out to TJ because we believed it was wrong for him to be outcasted for a belief that wasn't limited to just him. It just didn't make sense to us that a woman would be included in the discussion for the WWE Championship, especially someone like Paige. TJ told us about Catch Point and we were ready to do what we needed to start a revolution."
Jordan: "There's one other thing I'd like to make clear to everyone, and that includes my family who can't comprehend the fact that we're part of a stable with a 'misogynist.' We know that TJ has some questionable beliefs. He's not a perfect person, but he is the perfect wrestler. At the end of the day, we're not here to get along. We're here to make a difference and restore professional wrestling."
Joseph: "Going in order of initiations into the group, I want to turn my attention to you, CM Punk. How were you approached to join Catch Point."
Punk: "... The first thing I'll say is that my reason for joining Catch Point is so that I can have my say in ensuring that the future is in good hands. If you must compare it to something, think of why Chris Jericho is in The Undisputed ERA, or why Eric Young brought in SAnitY. Catch Point is my way of taking charge for a movement that I know I won't be around to see fully evolve. Even when I win the WWE Championship at Money in the Bank and extend my contract, it won't be for long. When I look at TJ, Gable, Jordan and Allie, I see the same hunger and determination that I had when I was coming up in wrestling. They're all motivated to make a real difference in this business and that's something I can respect. I won't deny what Jordan just said. Not all of TJ's beliefs are mine. I have different views from him, and I'm sure that we all don't agree on everything. Politics. Religion. Whatever, we're all different... but that doesn't matter when it comes to our agenda in Catch Point specifically. As for how I was approached with the idea, I wasn't. I approached them. Before SmackDown last week, I pulled TJ aside and asked what he was aiming for with Catch Point. He laid everything out for me, and I told him that if he wanted somebody in there who could help steer the project into the right direction, I'd be willing to do it. If they help me, then I can help them."
Joseph: "You're competing for the WWE Championship on the same night that TJ Perkins is going to be in the Money in the Bank Ladder match. What happens if Catch Point has both the title and the briefcase?"
Punk: "We'll worry about when it happens. I trust TJ to not throw away everything that we've built up and will continue to."
Joseph: "Last night, Catch Point saw its most shocking addition to date. I was out there in the stands watching and I'm not kidding when I say that there were people crying. Parents had to explain to their daughters why Allie was attacking Becky Lynch and aligning herself with Catch Point. Can you explain for them?
Allie: "... The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results. I thought I had realized that by now. My TNA contract wasn't initially picked up by WWE, so I did whatever I could to get my foot in the door. That's why I became Stephanie McMahon's assistant, and I had to put up with all of her crap until I decided I couldn't take it anymore. Instead of doing the same thing over and over again, I made a change for myself. At WrestleMania, I let out all of my frustrations on Stephanie and that resulted in me ending up on SmackDown Live. I took a chance for once and it worked. I came to SmackDown and just did the same thing over and over again. I lost at Backlash. I lost at Judgment Day, and I knew that if I didn't make a change again, I was going to lose at Money in the Bank. I was at the Performance Center this past weekend, working on developing my skills in the ring to become more of a 'hybrid performer' like TJ had mentioned. That was when he and Gable and Jordan happened to walk in. I noticed they were there, but didn't pay any attention because I was focused on my work. Sara Amato, who was training with me, had to go for the day, so I just went back to doing basic drills on my own until TJ stepped into the ring. I know what's been said about him ever since he lashed out at Paige, but none of those people who call him a misogynist know him. Sure, his head might not always be in the best spot, but his heart is. He means well. The three of them helped me out tremendously that day, and I thought that would be the end of my association with them. When I went back to my locker at the PC, there was a Catch Point shirt. I took it home with me and thought very carefully over the next few days what it would mean if I joined them. I already knew that I needed to change something about myself if I wanted to succeed, but that wasn't even what pushed me to this point. As of late, the WWE has been demonizing mental illness, something that's already incredibly stigmatized. This company has a lot of fans who may be going through things themselves, but instead of supplying them with resources to get help, they put AJ Lee on live television so she can have a nervous breakdown. That's telling everybody who is suffering that their condition is just a joke that can be used for entertainment. I've dealt with depression for a long time now, and while I'm in a better place now and am able to cope with my feelings, I still very much suffer from it. What the WWE Universe needs right now is somebody with mental illness who can show them that their depression is NOT a joke. I'm doing this to help people. I'm showing them that you can take control of your life so that you don't drive yourself insane, wondering what you can do to better yourself. Last night, I did something about my directionless life and now, the entire world is talking about me. Maybe... just maybe the only reason TJ wanted a woman in Catch Point was for damage control and to prove to everyone that he's not a misogynist, but no matter what, this is where I need to be right now. Catch Point is what's going to take me to the SmackDown Women's Championship at Money in the Bank. They're helping me out with my cause. The least I can do is help them with theirs."
Joseph: "But do you believe that you needed to betray Becky Lynch in order to accomplish all of that?"
Allie: "... Yes. Yes, I do. And I'm sorry that it had to be Becky Lynch, but it would've been whoever the SmackDown Women's Champion was. If it was Kaitlyn, Alexa Bliss, Billie Kay or Peyton Royce, I would've done the same thing. It just happened to be Becky."
Joseph: "Are there any other superstars currently on SmackDown Live, or possibly even RAW and NXT, that you guys are eying for Catch Point?"
Punk: "No. This isn't about scouting anybody for Catch Point. Who you see before you right now are in this group because we are the best! This isn't the NWO. This isn't D-X. You want to join a club? Go to Japan. Catch Point is where the elite of this industry hone their skills. The five of us are going to take over the WWE and restore some honor and some freakin' dignity to what it means to be a professional wrestler in 2014. Reality is going to hit people like Sami Zayn, Paige and Becky Lynch harder than they ever thought it could at Money in the Bank when we show them that SmackDown Live isn't the land of opportunity. It is the land of Catch Point!"
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Post by tg11 on Apr 26, 2018 10:12:04 GMT -5
Catch Point they basically are a group of renegade basically starting a revolution against the system and trying to bring wrestling back to what it should be about...Wrestling. They are nothing like DX or Bullet Club or even the nWo. They are their own group and are better than their RAW counterparts The Undisputed Era. They claim to be better than Sanity and claim to be better than RAW's Wyatt Tribe. Well we will see how long they last as a group because there is bound to be dissension within the group. Punk's ego is too big to not be Leader and you think he's gonna take orders from TJP who he would see as beneath him? I think not. I think Punk will overthrow TJP as leader and take over the group himself kicking TJP out of it.
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Post by Planktung on Apr 27, 2018 18:35:39 GMT -5
June 16th, 2014 | Episode 010 | "Gauntlet"
MATCH: With six days remaining until Money in the Bank, RAW opened with a Gauntlet match featuring all seven participants in the Ladder match for a shot at the Universal Championship. Daniel Bryan and United States Champion Adam Cole had the encounter they were supposed to last week, and prior to the start of the match, the official banned The Undisputed ERA from ringside. Later on, Cole had his attempt at the Panama Sunrise countered with a Back Body Drop. Cole got to his feet, only to be struck with the Busaiku Knee! Bryan covered Cole to finally get his win back against the United States Champion and move on to the second phase of the Gauntlet.
MATCH: The woman who was added to the Money in the Bank Ladder match last week, RAW Women's and Hardcore Champion Emma, was the next superstar out. Emma slid into the ring and kicked Bryan in the side of his head, trying to target his injuries that have been well-documented since before WrestleMania. Emma and Bryan later on traded forearm strikes, Bryan able to catch her with a Roundhouse Kick. As Bryan prepared for the Busaiku Knee, Chris Jericho ran down to ringside, attempting to level Bryan with The List of Jericho. Bryan dodged the clipboard shot and shoved Jericho off of the apron, only for Emma to grab him from behind for a German Suplex! Bryan rolled onto his knees, giving Emma the opening she needed for a Knee Trembler that was enough to put Bryan away! "Emma just pinned Daniel Bryan!" Mauro Ranallo exclaimed while the double champion taunted the WWE Universe. "It's all! About! Me!"
SEGMENT: During the brief pause between the Gauntlet phases, Stephanie McMahon and Dario Cueto were shown watching the match together backstage, the latter checking the time on his watch as he realized that a fourth of the show had already gone by. At that moment, Bobby Roode barged into the room, 'The Glorious One' irate as he had not been booked for either RAW or SmackDown Live over the past two weeks. When Roode reminded Dario that he's the only free agent in WWE, the RAW General Manager asked him if he ever read the contract he signed for the Unique Opportunity Battle Royal? "The contract stated that as the host of the match, I have the power to revoke the winner's prize if I ever believed that they weren't living up to their potential. You've had two months to make an impact on both shows, and you still haven't. Right now, you're still a free agent, but I'm giving you until Money in the Bank to sign with either RAW or SmackDown Live full-time."
MATCH: While Emma stood in a corner to catch her breath, the entrance music of Seth Rollins sounded. 'The Architect' received the same positive response he has for a few weeks now as he rushed into the ring, Emma trying to keep him grounded. Emma targeted Rollins' knee, trying to take any aerial maneuver out of his arsenal. Emma had a Yakuza Kick blocked by Rollins, who followed up with an Enziguri. Rollins then locked Emma's arms for his Rainmaker-esque knee strike, only for Emma to catch his knee. The RAW Women's and Hardcore Champion slingshotted Rollins into the corner, but he was able to land on the second rope. Rollins Moonsaulted over Emma, landing on his feet while she charged into nothing. Rollins took Emma down with a Drop Toe Hold, putting her in position for the Curb Stomp! Rollins got the cover on Emma to give the double champion her first pinfall loss on the main roster.
MATCH: Rollins' next adversary was the prodigy of The Wyatt Tribe, Pentagon. During his entrance, it was announced on commentary by Corey Graves that at Money in the Bank on Sunday, Pentagon's Wyatt Tribe stablemates Bray Wyatt and Randy Orton - who joined last week - will take on The New Day. In this moment, however, Pentagon had to keep his focus on Rollins. 'The Architect' was able to eventually take Pentagon out of the ring before leaping onto him with a Suicide Dive. Both men attempted to make it back into the ring when the intro to The New Day's entrance suddenly hit. "Awwwww Cleveland! Don't you dare be sour! Clap for your former champs, and feel the power!" Pentagon kept his eyes locked onto the stage, only to realize that New Day weren't even in the Quicken Loans Arena. It was too late by that point as Rollins delivered the Curb Stomp, sending Pentagon face-first onto the floor! Rollins rolled back into the ring, Pentagon unable to meet the official's count of ten.
MATCH: After making it through Emma and Pentagon, Rollins now had to contest with the juggernaut who defeated him two weeks ago, Matanza Cueto. The baby brother of Dario was able to throw the fatigued Rollins around the ring, 'The Architect' nearing 40 minutes of in-ring action by that point. Rollins still had some fight left in him after dodging a corner splash from Matanza. Rollins connected with multiple Superkicks to Matanza before heading to the top rope for a Flying Crossbody. Rollins, however, was caught by Matanza, who planted him onto the mat with Wrath of the Gods! Matanza eliminated Rollins as he entered the final phase of the Gauntlet.
MATCH: The roar that starts off Braun Strowman's entrance music hit as 'The Monster Among Men' entered the Gauntlet last for a one-on-one encounter against Matanza. The two behemoths traded shoulder blocks, neither able to take the other down. As Matanza went for a Clothesline, Strowman was able to send him over his head with an incredible Back Body Drop! Strowman continued to punish Matanza before Dario's brother was able to lift him up for a Spinebuster! When Strowman got to his feet, Matanza sent him into a corner with a German Suplex! The WWE Universe stood and watched as Strowman and Matanza manhandled each other like no one before. While Strowman was dazed, Matanza picked him up for Wrath of the Gods! Matanza got the cover, but Strowman was able to get his shoulder up! For the first time, Wrath of the Gods was not able to put someone away! Strowman used the ropes to get to his feet, Matanza getting a hold of him again for a German Suplex. Matanza held onto Strowman, executing another Suplex. During his third attempt, Strowman was able to hoist him onto his shoulders for a Gutbuster! Strowman capitalized quickly as he placed Matanza onto his shoulder for the Running Powerslam! Strowman covered Matanza to defeat him and win the Gauntlet match! Strowman rose to his feet, letting out a massive roar that echoed throughout the Quicken Loans Arena. Strowman looked up at the red briefcase that contains a guaranteed shot at the Universal Championship for up to a year. Who will win RAW's Money in the Bank Ladder match this Sunday in Chicago?
SEGMENT: With only a few minutes left in the broadcast after the Gauntlet match took up the entire show, Universal Champion Kevin Owens was shown walking around the TD Garden in Boston, the sight of Bad Blood. A camera followed Owens around as he called out for Derrick Bateman, continuing his search for 'The God of the New Era' to get his signature on the contract for Money in the Bank. Owens walked around the locker room area, soon opening a door and actually finding Bateman. Still in his ring gear from Bad Blood, Bateman sat down in a chair in the center of the room, staring endlessly at the wall. "Derrick... hey, Derrick," Owens said while snapping his fingers in his face. "You see this? This is a contract for our match this Sunday at Money in the Bank. Do you know why we're having a match? Because I beat you in this building two weeks ago to win this Universal Championship! And ever since then, you've been hiding here. You've never left. You've never changed. I'm sure you haven't eaten or slept since that moment I pinned you because everyone knows that without the Universal Championship, you're nothing!" Owens continued to berate Bateman, trying to evoke any reaction from him. Bateman remained idle in the chair, Owens putting the contract in front of him before leaving the room. When Owens turned his back, that was when Bateman struck with the steel chair! Bateman punched Owens repeatedly in the forehead before glancing down at the Universal Title that he dedicated his life to. Bateman picked up the championship and leveled Owens in the head with it before taking the contract with him. |
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Post by tg11 on Apr 29, 2018 8:15:25 GMT -5
- What in the hell is wrong with Derrick Bateman? I mean has he really gone catatonic since losing the WWE Universal Championship in the Elimination Chamber Match back at Bad Blood? If that is true then that makes him even more pathetic. I mean really it makes him look weak but then just as Owens signs the contract and leaves it with Bateman that is when Bateman strikes. Nothing but a cheap shot artist who attacks Owens from behind and then takes the contract with him. I mean I really have to wonder here just who is the babyface here or if this will be a heel vs heel feud?
- Bryan beating WWE United States Champion Adam Cole in the first match of the Gauntlet just goes to show us that Bryan may in fact be the favorite or one of the favorites to win the RAW Money in the Bank Ladder Match. I mean Bryan has won a Money in the Bank Ladder Match before when he cashed in his briefcase to become the then World Heavyweight Champion so can Bryan do it again? I mean he has as good a chance as anyone in that match. I definitely would have thought that even with The Undisputed Era Jericho and Bennett being banned from ringside that the 2 of them would have shown up anyway and tried to interfere in this match. However, Bryan getting the job done on his own makes me wonder if he can get through the Gauntlet.
- WWE Hardcore & WWE RAW Women's Champion Emma beats Daniel Bryan in the Gauntlet Match. I mean that is nothing more or has to be nothing more than an upset. I mean really how was Emma even able to register any offense in this match I mean really she shouldn't have because of the fact that Bryan probably outmatches her in every physical conceivable way and also given her gender how was she even able to have an advantage in this match just boggles my mind. Bryan got beat by a woman like he can never live that down.
- Bobby Roode having his Free Agency taken away from him is probably the best decision you have made booking wise and why? For the simple reason that he has failed to make an impact on either brand whether it be RAW or Smackdown Live. He has failed to win the WWE Championship and he has failed to win the WWE Universal Championship. Therefore, he should stay on one brand. The question being which brand does Roode go to? Personally I think Roode he fits the Smackdown Live brand better.
- Seth Freaking Rollins beats Emma in the Gauntlet Match and honestly Emma stood no chance against Rollins. The fact that she was even able to beat Bryan at all shouldn't even have happened and it wouldn't have if Jericho hadn't showed up. However, Seth Rollins getting these kind of reactions from the crowd is making me wonder if this is the start of a Seth Rollins babyface turn, could it be? I mean he has been Triple H and RAW Commissioner Stephanie's handpicked protégé for so long. The fact that he keeps getting cheered night in night out makes me wonder if this could be the start of Triple H turning on his protégé turning on Seth Rollins.
- Seth Rollins wins his 2nd match of the Gauntlet beating Wyatt Tribe member Pentagon all be it Rollins gets some inadvertent help from The New Day. I mean The New Day weren't anywhere around but yet Pentagon was distracted by The New Day's music and Big E's voice blaring saying Don't you dare be sour...that was enough for Pentagon to take his eyes off the ball. Rollins takes full advantage of the distraction to get the win and I have to say that Rollins now he is the favorite coming into the RAW Money in the Bank Ladder Match.
- However, Rollins' momentum gets halted in a big way by him losing his match against Matanza Cueto the brother of RAW GM Dario Cueto. I definitely would have expected Big Brother Dario to show up in this match to try to help his brother in the match. However, Matanza obviously doesn't need his brother's help to get the job done. I mean Matanza basically dominates Rollins here in this match yet again even though Rollins did get in some offense all be it it wasn't enough. I mean Matanza simply put can't be stopped. Matanza I would say is probably the favorite going into the RAW Money in the Bank Ladder Match. I would hate to be Kevin Owens or Derrick Bateman especially if one of them is WWE Universal Champion and you have to worry about Matanza Cueto cashing in that briefcase on you.
- King Kong meets Godzilla in the main event as you have 2 monsters 2 resident monsters on RAW going at it for the First Time Ever as you have Braun Strowman and Matanza Cueto go up against each other in the main event of this Gauntlet. I definitely have to say that this was the right call booking wise as you have these 2 going at it. For me it is a definite dream match seeing Strowman and Matanza going at it. Both got in their fair share of offense hell more than that even and it still wasn't enough for both to put each other away. However, Strowman going over in the Gauntlet Match outlasting the other 6 superstars who will be in the RAW Money in the Bank Ladder Match just means the momentum has now shifted towards Strowman winning the RAW Money in the Bank Ladder Match.
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Post by Planktung on May 1, 2018 14:14:42 GMT -5
WWE and 2K Games announced earlier today that this year’s installment of WWE 2K will feature AJ Lee on the cover, marking the first time in history that a female superstar will have the box art to herself. In the announcement trailer backed by PVRIS' "Fire", details were given regarding the story mode that will focus on the past year that saw AJ become a four-time champion. The following matches will be playable as part of the mode titled "Year of the Widow".
- vs. Paige at WrestleMania 29
- vs. Paige at RAW 4/29/13
- vs. Paige at Extreme Rules
- vs. Kaitlyn at King of the Ring
- vs. Kaitlyn vs. Paige at Payback
- vs. Kaitlyn at RAW 7/22/13
- vs. Kaitlyn vs. Paige vs. Sofia Cortez at Night of Champions
- vs. Sasha Banks at Unison
- vs. Sofia Cortez at Hell in a Cell
- vs. Sofia Cortez at RAW 10/28/13
- vs. Sofia Cortez vs. Alexa Bliss at TLC: Tables, Ladders and Chairs
- vs. Paige at Concrete Jungle
- vs. Paige and Bray Wyatt at RAW 12/30/13
- vs. Alexa Bliss at Royal Rumble
- vs. Alexa Bliss at RAW 2/03/14
- vs. Alexa Bliss, Kaitlyn, Emma, Billie Kay and Peyton Royce at Battleground
- vs. Paige at RAW 3/31/14
- vs. Alexa Bliss vs. Kaitlyn vs. Sofia Cortez at WrestleMania 30
The announcement comes during an incredibly bizarre and, truthfully, disturbing point in AJ’s career. ‘The Black Widow’ was medically suspended by WWE in early May over concerns for her mental health, and her last appearance on television saw her have a nervous breakdown after being confronted by Iconic. Hopefully, the WWE Universe will see AJ return to her past-self as the 2K15 cover star is set to make a special appearance on SmackDown Live this Thursday for the official cover reveal.
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Post by tg11 on May 1, 2018 16:32:28 GMT -5
- I would have thought for sure that either Paige would be on the cover for WWE 2K15 or that it would be AJ Styles or even CM Punk on the cover or even John Cena again or even Cody Rhodes on the cover. The fact that AJ Lee got it it makes me wonder if she is even aware of it? I mean Lord knows how psychologically damaged she is
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Post by Planktung on May 6, 2018 14:23:28 GMT -5
June 18th, 2014 | Episode 010 | "I'll Make You Famous"
MATCH: To kick off the final episode of NXT before TakeOver: Chicago, the NXT Tag Team Champions Jinder Mahal and Drew McIntyre managed to defeat The Lucha Dragons in a non-title match. Chants for Kenny Omega and Kota Ibushi flooded the atmosphere in Full Sail University, further angering Mahal and McIntyre as they look ahead to Saturday night's title defense at TakeOver against The Golden Lovers. SEGMENT: On the subject of The Golden Lovers, a video package was shown for Kenny Omega and Kota Ibushi, featuring courtesy images of them together back in DDT. "If you ask me now... I guess he's one the biggest reasons I decided to come to WWE. Maybe he's just the reason..." Omega said when being interviewed. The video then showed Ibushi backstage at TakeOver: New Orleans, watching Omega's match with Tyler Breeze from gorilla. When Omega walked through the curtain, the first person to greet him was Ibushi as the two hugged. With subtitles to translate for him, Ibushi stated that he never thought Omega would make the jump to NXT with him. "Kenny is very... not stubborn, but he likes to be in control of his career. I picked him for the match in New Orleans and never expected him to stay with NXT. Then, he joined the Cruiserweight Classic. He appeared in NXT more, and now, we have a Tag Team Title match in Chicago." Transitioning back to Omega, he said that when he saw Ibushi protecting him last week from Jinder Mahal and Drew McIntyre, he realized that everything does indeed happen for a reason. "I'll be the first to admit I was very skeptical of New Japan's relationship with WWE because wrestling in America hasn't always been something I desired. But now, I understand that the reason this all happened was so Ibushi and I could reform The Golden Lovers with a global platform at our feet this time. We're going to seize this moment on Saturday. NXT Universe... get ready for your brand new NXT Tag Team Champions."SEGMENT: Back in the Full Sail Arena, The Lucha Dragons were shown still in the ring after their unsuccessful outing against Jinder Mahal and Drew McIntyre. Suddenly, Famous B - whose debut has been hyped for weeks now through vignettes - headed down to the ring with a suit and a smile. Famous B stepped into the ring, handing two of his business cards over to Kalisto and Fenix while encouraging them to call 423-GET-FAME. "I'll make you famous!" he said to the team before exiting the ring.MATCH: Two of NXT's newest female competitors battled it out as Mandy Rose was able to get the win over Liv Morgan. Mandy headed up the entrance ramp after picking up her first win on the brand. In the ring, Liv slowly stirred to her feet before Famous B came out yet again, giving her the same business card he gave to The Lucha Dragons. "I mean it, girl! I'll make you famous!" Liv took a look a the business card, Famous B continuing his search for clients here on NXT.SEGMENT: At this time, a special video package aired for Tye Dillinger, who was shown in the Performance Center watching archived matches from his time in Ohio Valley Wrestling, Florida Championship Wrestling and ECW as Shawn/Gavin Spears. "What would you say went wrong?" asked someone off-camera to Dillinger. "... I didn't know who I was yet. I wasn't ready for any of this at the time." 'The Perfect Ten' said that he understands now the road he took was necessary. "I needed to be let go when I was. I needed that kick in my ass to let me know that if I wanted my contract back, I had to earn it." When asked how he got to NXT, Dillinger said that he became friends with Cody Rhodes back in OVW and kept it touch with him. "Cody's always been one of my biggest supporters, and I fully believe he's the reason I got back here. He'll say that all he did was get me my tryout, but if it wasn't for him continuously pushing me, none of this would have been possible. I can acknowledge my failures, but I'm not going to come up short again. Five and a half years ago, I thought my dream was over. Now, this Saturday, I'm main eventing NXT TakeOver in front of over 15,000 people for the NXT Championship... I need to win... I can't lose... I can't go back to being nothing..."MATCH: Ricochet and Uhaa Nation were given the chance to settle their score with SAnitY, taking on Jimmy Havoc and Darby Allin here tonight. The bout ended in a disqualification when Eric Young and Tommaso Ciampa got involved, attacking Ricochet and Uhaa. Seconds later, John Morrison - who was attacked by SAnitY last week - rushed into the ring. Morrison attempted to help out Ricochet and Uhaa, but the three of then couldn't overcome the numbers advance held by SAnitY. In a surprising turn of events, CJ Parker's entrance music sounded! The man who was put on the shelf by SAnitY months ago took the fight to his adversaries as Ricochet, Uhaa and Morrison finally evened the odds! SAnitY retreated uncharacteristically as Ricochet, Uhaa, Morrison and Parker stood tall in the ring. "Ricochet and Uhaa Nation said that they were bringing back up for TakeOver: Chicago, and it looks like 'The Shaman of Sexy' and 'The Moonchild' are their equalizers!" CARD RUNDOWN: Ricochet, Uhaa Nation, John Morrison and CJ Parker vs. SAnitY; Lars Sullivan vs. Matt Riddle.; Nicole Matthews vs. Ember Moon vs. Toni Storm vs. Nikki Cross for the NXT Women's Championship; Jinder Mahal and Drew McIntyre vs. The Golden Lovers for the NXT Tag Team Championships; Kyle O'Reilly vs. Tye Dillinger in a Chicago Street Fight for the NXT Championship. NXT TakeOver: Chicago is live this Saturday from the Allstate Arena, only on the WWE Network.MATCH: In the main event, NXT Champion Kyle O'Reilly was unable to rally his coach, Bobby Fish, to victory as Tye Dillinger put him away with the Tye Breaker. Post-match, O'Reilly went after Dillinger, who was expecting the ambush. 'The Perfect Ten' fended off O'Reilly, throwing him out to ringside. When Dillinger was leaving the ring, O'Reilly struck him in the shoulder with a steel chair, which will be legal on Saturday under the Chicago Street Fight rules. O'Reilly then applied the Guillotine to Dillinger, cinching the hold in until Dillinger passed out. O'Reilly stood to his feet and raised the NXT Championship while mocking the "Ten!" chant. Will O'Reilly's reign continue past TakeOver, or will Chicago chant "Ten!" up to the Heavens to celebrate the crowning of a new NXT Champion? |
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Post by Planktung on May 6, 2018 14:24:32 GMT -5
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Post by Planktung on May 9, 2018 15:49:00 GMT -5
June 18th, 2014 | Episode 010 | "Endgame"
INTRO: A video package opened the live two-hour finale of the Cruiserweight Classic, recapping the events of the tournament up to this point. The field started with 32 of the best competitors all across the globe. Now, we're down to four, each one representing a different nation. Known to fans as 'Johnny Wrestling,' Johnny Gargano will attempt to make history tonight. "I'm not going to let this turn into another underdog story where the favorite comes close, just to fail in the end. I'm going to win this tournament!" 'The Villain' Marty Scurll hopes to crush Gargano's dreams in order to manifest his own. "I'm already 'The Villain.' It only makes sense for me to tap out everyone's hero in this tournament on my way to the finals. I'm not carrying the UK on my back. The only person who's going to benefit from me winning the Cruiserweight Classic is me." Andrade 'Cien' Almas has had one of the most unlikeliest of runs in the tournament so far, shedding his La Sombra persona in order to achieve greatness. "The Cruiserweight Classic was always meant for me. Nadie está en mi nivel. Nadie me va a ganar. Andrade 'Cien' Almas va a ganar." Lastly, Kota Ibushi will try to avenge the loss of his Golden Lover partner, Kenny Omega, against 'El Idolo.' With subtitles on the screen, Ibushi said that he came to WWE only to reclaim the IWGP Jr. Heavyweight Championship. Now, he has three goals in front of him. "The Cruiserweight Classic... NXT Tag Team Titles... WWE Cruiserweight Championship." Ibushi referred to the fact that last week on SmackDown Live, Shane McMahon revealed the prize for the winner. A contract with the Blue Brand, and a spot at Money in the Bank this Sunday night against Tyler Breeze to crown the new WWE Cruiserweight Champion. This is the finale of the Cruiserweight Classic.
GARGANO VS. SCURLL: The CFE Arena was sold out with over 9,500 people in attendance to watch either Johnny Gargano, Marty Scurll, Andrade 'Cien' Almas or Kota Ibushi make history. In the first of two Semi-Final matches, 'Johnny Wrestling' and 'The Villain' had their encounter. Scurll had a grand entrance with entirely white gear and several similarly-dressed figures raising umbrellas while the audience chimed in with "woop woop!" to accompany his theme music. Gargano didn't have the same flash as Scurll, but tried to combat him early on in the match with a ground-based game for the Gargano Escape. Scurll brought Gargano up to his feet, chopping him in a corner. Gargano retaliated with several forearm strikes before Scurll caught his arm. Scurll pushed Gargano over the top rope, charging towards him before Gargano leaped through the ropes with a Spear! Gargano got the near-fall before sizing up Scurll for a Superkick. 'The Villain' dodged the attack, rolling Gargano up. After Gargano kicked out, he transitioned into the Gargano Escape! Scurll was able to prevent the hold from being fully applied, grabbing two of Gargano's fingers while demanding that the WWE Universe remain silent. The snapping of Gargano's fingers echoed throughout the CFE Arena, Scurll following up with the Crossface Chicken Wing! Gargano tried using his body strength to keep Scurll from taking him down to the canvas, 'Johnny Wrestling' bouncing his feet off of the middle rope to turn the hold into a pinning predicament. Scurll was able to kick out, but released the Chicken Wing at the same time. Scurll grabbed Gargano, who rammed him into a corner. Gargano went for a Tornado DDT, but Scurll was able to turn it around into a Sharpshooter attempt. Gargano kicked Scurll away, 'The Villain' trying to run towards his adversary. This time, Gargano took Scurll down to the mat for the Gargano Escape! Scurll tried repeating what he did earlier by grabbing Gargano's fingers, but 'Johnny Wrestling' accomplished that first! Gargano snapped Scurll's fingers, Scurll moving his hand out of the way instinctively while inadvertently allowing the Gargano Escape to be applied! Gargano reeled back with all of his strength, Scurll having to submit with the bottom portion of his palm while keeping his injured fingers raised! JOHNNY GARGANO ADVANCES TO THE FINALS!
AFTERMATH: "Johnny Gargano is going to Finals!" Mauro Ranallo exclaimed over the audience that came unglued at the sound of the closing bell. Gargano stirred to his feet after the hardest fought battle of his career, knowing that an even more difficult challenge awaits him tonight. Triple H and William Regal, the two men who organized the tournament, greeted Gargano in the ring and presented him with his medal that both finalists will be given. Gargano is now one match away from competing for the Cruiserweight Championship this Sunday at Money in the Bank!ADVERTISEMENT: The official trailer for WWE 2K15 was shown, focusing on AJ Lee after she was revealed to be this year's cover star. Tomorrow on SmackDown Live, AJ will make a special appearance to address the honor, as well as her upcoming Tag Team match at Money in the Bank with Alexa Bliss against two of the women who have made her life hell since the brand split, Billie Kay and Peyton Royce.SEGMENT: In the audience here in the CFE Arena, two men who were pulled from the Cruiserweight Classic were shown in the front row. Zack Sabre Jr. and Angelico faced the worst of luck on their way to the tournament, but both have a second chance as they've been offered full-time WWE contracts and will be reporting to the Performance Center in the coming weeks.IBUSHI VS. ALMAS: After Johnny Gargano solidified his spot in the Finals, it was now down to Andrade 'Cien' Almas and Kota Ibushi to complete the field for tonight's main event. 'El Idolo' headed out to the stage in a mask as a nod to his old La Sombra persona, but he quickly removed the mask as a representation of him shedding the identity to become the man that the WWE Universe has gotten to know over the last two months. Ibushi then walked down to the ring, no special entrance for 'The Golden Star' who could have the biggest weekend of his career awaiting him. He and Kenny Omega are going to challenge Jinder Mahal and Drew McIntyre for the NXT Tag Team Championships on Saturday, and then if he can win the tournament, he'll face Tyler Breeze for the third time at Money in the Bank. "Ibushi's score that he has yet to settle with Tyler Breeze is only going to motivate him even further to put away the man who eliminated Kenny Omega," said Daniel Bryan. Almas and Ibushi spent much of the early portion of the bout trying to break the other down with as ferocious of strikes as possible. Ibushi showed some signs of fatigue later on when Almas was delivering a series of slaps and elbow strikes. Ibushi found his second wind, kicking Almas in his legs over and over again before going for a Roundhouse Kick. Almas was able to counter it into a Sitout Powerbomb, Mauro Ranallo pointing out that Almas missed an opportunity to deliver Ibushi's own signature maneuver to him. Ibushi kicked out before Almas headed to the top rope. 'El Idolo' had a Frog Splash in mind, but Ibushi rolled out of the way. Ibushi landed on Almas with an incredible Standing Phoenix Splash, but it was only good enough for a two count. Ibushi brought the dazed Almas up to his feet, trying to go for a German Suplex. Almas slid out from underneath Ibushi, charging at him for Destino! Somehow, Ibushi was able to get his shoulder up! Almas began panicking and tried propping Ibushi up on the top rope for his Hammerlock DDT. Instead, Ibushi sent him into the turnbuckles with a Northern Lights Suplex! Almas had to have been knocked out as the back of his head crashed against the canvas, Ibushi ascending to the top rope! 'The Golden Star' soared through the air with a Phoenix Splash, covering Almas for what was just a millisecond short of three! Ibushi couldn't believe that Almas kicked out, the fans in the CFE arena screaming, "This is awesome!" as loudly as they could! Ibushi picked up Almas for the Golden Star Powerbomb, but Almas managed to fight out of his grip. 'El Idolo' planted Ibushi with another Destino before quickly capitalizing with the Hammerlock DDT! Almas was not yet finished as he kept his hold on Ibushi's forearm, bringing him up for a second Hammerlock DDT! Almas covered Ibushi, finally managing to pick up the victory! ANDRADE 'CIEN' ALMAS ADVANCES TO THE FINALS!
AFTERMATH: "The Ingobernable One has done it! Andrade 'Cien' Almas just beat Kota Ibushi!" 'El Idolo' rose to his feet, drenched in sweat after a grueling and enduring encounter with one of the best professional wrestlers in the world, managing to come out on top! Almas raised his fist into the air while Triple H and William Regal presented him with his medal. Now, it's official. Johnny Gargano vs. Andrade 'Cien' Almas tonight in the Finals of the Cruiserweight Classic!PROMO: An advertisement was shown Money in the Bank, featuring two of the titular matches. One for a WWE Championship match contract, and the other to decide who will have a Universal Championship match good for up to a year. Plus, Sami Zayn puts the WWE Title on the line against CM Punk in a Ladder match that Punk has stated will determine whether or not he re-signs with the company. Kevin Owens defends the Universal Championship against Derrick Bateman, and Triple H finally has his long-awaited encounter with 'The Demon' Finn Balor. Money in the Bank is live this Sunday night on Pay-Per-View and the WWE Network.SEGMENT: Returning to the CFE Arena, Mauro Ranallo and Daniel Bryan were shown still catching their breath after an exhilarating match that saw Anrade 'Cien' Almas overcome Kota Ibushi to advance to the tournament Finals, where he will meet Johnny Gargano momentarily. "We do have to thank Triple H and William Regal for making this tournament possible because I can say without any hesitation that some of the best matches I've ever had the privilege of calling have-" Ranallo said before he was cut off by the entrance music of TJ Perkins. The Intercontinental Champion walked out onto the stage to literally the only negative response of the evening. TJP dabbed as usual during his entrance before heading down to the ring, taking a microphone to let the WWE Universe know that the Cruiserweight Classic could have gone differently. "Had my contract from TNA not been picked up by WWE, I would have been the first person to receive the phone call to compete in the Cruiserweight Classic, which I obviously would have won. But..." TJP said while glancing at the Intercontinental Title. "... I think I prefer the way things turned out. Not only am I the Intercontinental Champion, and not only do I lead the most dominant faction in the company today, BUT on Sunday, I will become your NEW Mr. Money in the Bank... and I'm going to put emphasis on Mr. for any of you who still live in fantasy land." TJP continued on, stating that there's nobody in the Cruiserweight Classic who could have possibly defeated him. By that point, chants of, " you, TJ!" broke out in the arena. The leader of Catch Point tried to turn the chants around with, "Dab on 'em, TJ!" which doesn't even fit into the syllables. Suddenly, the entrance music of Kenny Omega hit as the WWE Universe just about blew the roof off. Omega walked down to the ring, confronting the Intercontinental Champion. "TJ... shut up. We all know that you wouldn't have gotten anywhere in the Cruiserweight Classic. The only reason you have the spot that you do on SmackDown Live is because you hide behind Twitter's block button and Catch Point." TJP responded to Omega, telling him that he has no room to talk when he was eliminated from the tournament. "You got to the WWE off of hype alone, and you've yet to live up to any of it. I, on the other hand, was never expected to succeed, yet I'm one match away from becoming the number one contender for the WWE Championship! All while Jinder Mahal and Drew McIntyre are going to defeat The Iconic Du- I mean, The Golden Lovers at TakeOver." Omega smirked at TJP's comment before telling him that if he's confident that he's the better performer, why not prove it? TJP showed hesitance to accept Omega's challenge, the fans chanting "Yes!" in unison. "You want me, Omega? You want to fight me! You're on! Marvel vs. Capcom! UpUpDownDown! I'll see you then!" TJP exited the ring, receiving yet another negative reaction for his refusal to face Omega.
PROMO: NXT presents TakeOver: Chicago this Saturday, featuring Jinder Mahal and Drew McIntyre defending the NXT Tag Team Championships against The Golden Lovers. Plus, Nicole Matthews puts the NXT Women's Championship on the line against Ember Moon, Nikki Cross and Toni Storm in a Fatal Four Way. Lastly, in the main event, Kyle O'Reilly and Tye Dillinger settle their score for the NXT Championship in a Chicago Street Fight. TakeOver: Chicago is live this Saturday night, only on the WWE Network.
PRE-MATCH INTRO: At this time, the 30 runner-ups in the Cruiserweight Classic all headed out to the stage, every participant present to watch the final match-up in the tournament take place. The eliminated competitors took over the right side of the stage, clearing room for a surprise to the WWE Universe. Members of the SmackDown Live roster headed into the arena, including the likes of WWE Champion Sami Zayn, Paige, Cody Rhodes, Alexa Bliss, SmackDown Women's Champion Becky Lynch, SmackDown Tag Team Champions Adrian Neville and Tyson Kidd, and SmackDown Live Commissioner, Shane McMahon. Commotion in the audience could be heard as Catch Point walked to their seats on one side of the arena, while Iconic did the same on the opposite side, the two factions not wanting to stand next to anyone who may be out to hurt them. "Literally a who's who in the world of professional wrestling have gathered here to watch one of the most important matches of 2014. That's how much this upcoming bout means to the industry. There will never be another Cruiserweight Classic winner. Somebody has the chance to cement their name in WWE history. Johnny Gargano and Andrade 'Cien' Almas have earned this moment... but only one can win."
GARGANO VS. ALMAS: This is it. The Finals of the Cruiserweight Classic. Johnny Gargano's entrance music sounded as he walked out to the stage, sporting his most focused facial expression yet in the tournament. Gargano purposely didn't look to either side of the stage, not wanting to remind himself that he was being watched by some of the industry's top names. 'Johnny Wrestling' headed into the ring, briefly glancing at the trophy at ringside. Gargano waited patiently in the ring as Andrade 'Cien' Almas walked out onto the stage, not alone as he brought Derrick Bateman with him. Bateman, who had not shown his face in an arena since Bad Blood, was the one who placed Almas into the tournament back when he owned half of WWE. "I picked you for a reason... go prove me right," Bateman said to 'El Idolo' before marching down to the ring. Bateman stood on his own in between the groups of Cruiserweight Classic competitors and main roster superstars, the lights dimming on the stage to take the focus away from them.
After the pre-match introductions, the bell sounded while Gargano and Almas looked around the CFE Arena, just about everyone in the stands shouting "Johnny Wrestling!" as loudly as they could. The two competitors locked up, Almas showing his aggression early on as he shoved Gargano out of the ring. Almas headed out to ringside, Gargano dodging a Lariat. Gargano headed to the ring apron, leaping onto his opponent with a Cannonball. Gargano rolled Almas into the ring, trying to follow up with a DDT over the top rope. Almas caught Gargano with an Uppercut before ascending to the top rope. 'El Idolo' delivered a Moonsault onto Gargano, rolling him into the ring for the near-fall. Almas stomped away on Gargano before keeping him in a rest hold, trying to wear down 'Johnny Wrestling.' When Gargano attempted to fight out of the hold, Almas struck him with repeated elbow shots to his collarbone. Almas ran towards Gargano with his knees, only for Gargano to counter and roll him up. Gargano delivered a Superkick to Almas upon the two of them standing up. Almas retaliated with a Lariat that acted as more of a hard chop since Gargano didn't go down. Gargano hit Almas with several forearm strikes until he was down on his knees. Gargano went for another Superkick, only for Almas to dodge it. Almas picked Gargano up for a Back Suplex, sending the back of his head crashing into the second turnbuckle! Gargano remained perched against the corner, Almas charging into him with both knees! Almas pulled Gargano away from the ropes to get the cover, 'Johnny Wrestling' somehow able to kick out.
Almas could feel the victory within his reach, bringing Gargano up for the Hammerlock DDT. Gargano didn't allow Almas to put his arm into position for it, charging him into the corner. Gargano was shoved away, but ran into Almas' chest with his shoulder. Gargano placed Almas on the top rope, bringing him down onto the mat with a Superplex! Gargano draped his shoulder across Almas, not yet enough to get the win. 'Johnny Wrestling' tried to apply the Gargano Escape, but Almas was able to each the ropes. When Gargano tried pulling him into the center of the ring, Almas kicked him away. The back of Gargano's head connected with the top rope, Almas capitalizing with Destino! Almas covered Gargano, who still managed to kick out! "How much fight is left in Johnny Gargano?!" Mauro Ranallo exclaimed. 'El Idolo' sized up Gargano for a second Destino, but Gargano was able to turn the tables and keep him propped on his shoulder. Gargano threw Almas face-first into the second turnbuckle, following up with a roll-up! Almas was just barely able to kick out, Gargano quickly applying the Gargano Escape again! The hold was cinched in in the center of the ring, Almas trying to reach the ropes. Gargano pushed the bottom rope away with his foot, preventing Almas from reaching it! However, Almas raked the eyes of Gargano, managing to free himself. Almas pushed the blinded Gargano into the corner, propping him on the top rope for the Hammerlock DDT! Gargano was dropped onto his head, Almas getting the cover. Miraculously, Gargano kicked out! The reaction was deafening in the CFE Arena as Almas wasted no time getting to his feet, hoping that Gargano wouldn't find his second wind. When Gargano stoop up, Almas connected with his final Destino! Almas hooked both of Gargano's legs, the official making the three count! ANDRADE 'CIEN' ALMAS WINS THE CRUISERWEIGHT CLASSIC!
SEGMENT: The Cruiserweight Classic is over. What started off with 32 names has come to down to just one man left standing. Andrade 'Cien' Almas rose to his feet to have his arms raised by Triple H and William Regal. Derrick Bateman headed down to the ring, taking this moment as a victory for himself since he was the one who brought Almas to WWE. At ringside, Johnny Gargano sat against the steel steps, keeping his head down after coming up just one match short of winning the tournament. Ultimately, 'El Idolo' is the man who will go down in history as the winner of the Cruiserweight Classic! Confetti rained down from the ceiling to commence the celebration of SmackDown Live's newest superstar, and the man who will be heading to Money in the Bank this Sunday night to meet Tyler Breeze for the Cruiserweight Championship! Andrade 'Cien' Almas is your Cruiserweight Classic winner!
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Post by tg11 on May 9, 2018 18:23:08 GMT -5
- Since Andrade Cien Almas has won the WWE Cruiserweight Classic and he has a shot at the WWE Cruiserweight Championship against Prince Pretty Tyler Breeze then I wonder if you will bring in Zelina Vega to manage Andrade? I mean both men El Idolo and Prince Pretty are essentially heels in WWE so it begs the question of who the fans will get behind in this match if it does go down at Money in the Bank?
- I mean with this match being added to the Money in the Bank PPV card I wonder what happens to certain Cruiserweights now that the Classic is over?
- I wonder if the Divas well the Women wrestlers of the world will participate in the Mae Young classic?
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Post by Planktung on May 12, 2018 14:53:18 GMT -5
June 19th, 2014 | Episode 010 | "Bank on It"
INTRO: With three days remaining until Money in the Bank in Chicago, SmackDown Live opened with the official WWE 2K15 cover reveal, featuring a special appearance from the game's poster girl. "Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome the cover star of WWE 2K15, AJ Lee!" Monday Night RAW's 'Black Widow' slowly walked out onto the stage in Columbus, showing her face for the first time since her psychological assessment went awry. AJ has since passed the assessment on her own time. AJ stepped into the ring and came face-to-face with a giant poster of the 2K15 cover hanging from the ceiling. AJ continued to stare at the poster while she was handed a microphone. She mentioned that two years ago, she was a DLC character in WWE '13. Then, she made it onto the disc for 2K14. "Now... this..." She acknowledged that the cover was a huge accomplishment, especially considering that she's the first female superstar to ever be on it by herself. "I played these games when I was a child. I would make a CAW of myself every year... now... this..." AJ was at a loss of words from that point on until Columbus' own Alexa Bliss entered the arena. Receiving a huge ovation, 'Little Miss Bliss' confronted her Money in the Bank tag team partner. Alexa said that she understands AJ is on Cloud 9 right now because of the 2K cover, but she needs to stay focused on Sunday. "I know that you want to get your hands on The Iconic Duo, so let's keep our eyes solely on them, alright." AJ didn't turn her attention towards Alexa, and in fact, she even slightly tilted her head away from her partner. "... Hey... AJ! AJ! I know you can hear me right now! This Sunday, we're going to make Billie and Peyton pay for everything they've done to us." When Alexa said their names, AJ turned away even more. "... AJ... why are you so uncomfortable around The Iconic Duo?" Alexa asked to no response, believing that she was slowly starting to put the pieces together. "... AJ... this isn't happening. I can't believe I'm asking you this... but are you mad at Billie and Peyton because they cost you the RAW Women's Title? Or are you mad because they're sleeping with each other?" At that moment, AJ struck Alexa in the face as hard as she could before taking her down to the canvas! AJ and Alexa, who are supposed to team together at Money in the Bank, brawled to the point where officials needed to separate them. Alexa managed to get underneath AJ's skin, whether she intended to or not, and the friction between the two is greater than ever heading into Sunday.
DEAN AMBROSE: "A lot's been expected from me over the last year. After The Committee was put out of their misery, I ended up winning this thing called Manifest Destiny. It was cool, yeah... except I squandered my WWE Title shot at the Royal Rumble. The Money in the Bank Ladder match on Sunday is my shot at redemption. This is where I can look at myself in the mirror and say that Dean Ambrose deserves to stand atop of the ladder as Mr. Money in the Bank, and soon, the WWE Champion. Doesn't matter how much pain I have to put myself through because man, I've seen and done it all. I'm gonna be the most dangerous guy in that match and there isn't anybody who can stop me."
MATCH: In the opening contest, Jimmy Uso competed against one-half of the SmackDown Tag Team Champions, Tyson Kidd, with their respective tag team partners barred from ringside. After a Superkick to the back of Kidd's head, Jimmy was able to pick up the victory, giving himself and Jey a bit of the momentum heading into Money in the Bank in three nights.
BARON CORBIN: "It goes like this. In any fight, the biggest, strongest and baddest person is always going to come out on top. You throw ladders into the mix and there's no way that I can possibly lose. People want to count me out because they say that I'm not experienced enough, or talented enough. All that means is that I didn't come up through the ranks the same way their favorites did. If it took me one year to accomplish what your so-called champion Sami Zayn has in more than a decade, what does that say about me? Go ahead and continue denying me my rightful spot that I'm going to seize once I have that Money in the Bank briefcase in my hands."
SEGMENT: Backstage, SmackDown Live Commissioner Shane McMahon was shown in his office when The Alpha Wolves walked in, asking what Shane wanted with them. At the same time, PMA stepped into the room, Shane having to stand in between the two teams to keep them apart. Shane announced a Tag Team match tonight, and to ensure that this will be the end of their rivalry, he's putting a very high-stakes stipulation into place: Losers Leave SmackDown Live.
TJ PERKINS: "It's crazy to think about these last two months of my career and remember that this has all happened because I finally spoke my mind and decided to be myself. People took offense to that, but look at the results. I'm the Intercontinental Champion. I'm the leader of the most dominant faction in WWE today. I have everything I've ever wanted... except for the WWE Championship. The first step towards that comes on Sunday when I win the Money in the Bank Ladder match. And I know people may think I'm out of my element in this match, but here's the thing. Catch Point is about being a hybrid performer. That means all of us are able to adapt to our environments. I'll excel in a Ladder match, just like I've excelled at every other form of wrestling. Money in the Bank is mine... this entire industry is Catch Point's."
MATCH: Three days before he meets Sami Zayn in a Ladder match for the WWE Championship, CM Punk battled a Cruiserweight Classic competitor who Shane McMahon and Kurt Angle granted an opportunity to compete on SmackDown Live, Mustafa Ali. Despite Ali's impressive showing, Punk was able to keep his fellow Chicago native down with a Go To Sleep. Post-match, Punk was joined by two of his Catch Point brethren, Chad Gable and Jason Jordan. Punk spoke about how this would be his final appearance on SmackDown Live if Zayn has his way at Money in the Bank. "Think about the legacy that Zayn would leave behind. The man who aspires so much to be a 'hero' to the WWE Universe would retire a true hero in his hometown. Is that the kind of accolade Zayn wants attached to his name? What would happen to his 'hero' persona that he likes to rave about?" Punk stated that he's going to do Zayn a favor by saving him from being known as the man who retired 'The Best in the World' by beating him on Sunday. As for tonight, Gable and Jordan are ready to compete against Zayn and a partner of his choosing... if he can find one.
CODY RHODES: "... We're almost one year to the day where I became the WWE Champion in Atlanta. The greatest night of my professional career. From that moment on, all of the pressure in the world was put onto my shoulders and I'd like to think that I carried the weight of that like a true champion. The irony of me being in this match on Sunday is that the Money in the Bank briefcase is what brought my reign to an end. Ever since then, it's almost like it's been engraved into the minds of everyone that I was a failure as the face of this company. Like, maybe my WWE Title reign was just a one-off that can't be repeated. Sunday is the chance for me to prove that none of that is true. This is the most important match of my career because if I lose... if I can't prove that I'm going to be WWE Champion again... then what was the point of even having a reign to begin with?"
SEGMENT: At this time, Renee Young introduced to the WWE Universe the winner of the Cruiserweight Classic, and the man who will take on Tyler Breeze this Sunday at Money in the Bank to crown the WWE Cruiserweight Champion, Andrade 'Cien' Almas. The entrance music of Almas sounded as 'El Idolo' walked out onto the stage with a woman who fans may have recognized previously as Thea Trinidad. She and Almas headed to the ring, the latter wearing the medal he was presented with for making it to the Finals of the tournament. Zelina Vega - as she introduced herself - told Renee that she was Almas' business associate, so any questions for 'El Idolo' would be answered by her. Renee asked about the process for Almas to enter the Cruiserweight Classic. "At the time, Derrick Bateman owned half of this company. He heard through the grapevine about the Cruiserweight Classic that Triple H and William Regal were organizing. Bateman wanted his hands on everything that had to do with WWE, so naturally, he went out and scouted talent to find someone he believed had the potential to win the whole tournament. WWE's working relationship with New Japan Pro Wrestling is how he found Andrade 'Cien' Almas. For as many flaws as Derrick Bateman has as a human being, he was able to identify with the message of Los Ingobernables and handpicked Andrade for the tournament." Renee then asked what Almas' biggest challenge in the tournament was? "Challenge? No, you see, there was no challenge for Andrade 'Cien' Almas. Everybody put in front of him was no match. Alex Shelley? Kenny Omega? Kota Ibushi? These are nobodies who never stood a chance against 'El Idolo.' And then... there was Johnny Gargano." Zelina's mentioning of Gargano sparked a loud "Johnny Wrestling!" chant from the tournament runner-up who called Ohio his home. "Yeah, and where is 'Johnny Wrestling'?! He's back home in Cleveland with his second place award because that's all he'll ever amount to! Johnny Gargano lost because he isn't good enough to beat Andrade. Nobody is, and that goes for you too, Tyler Breeze..." Zelina took the microphone as she called the cameraman towards herself and Almas. "This Sunday night, all of Andrade's hard work pays off. Tyler Breeze, you're not here tonight because you're afraid of facing the best professional wrestling in the world today. There's nowhere for your pretty little face to run on Sunday when Andrade 'Cien' Almas puts you down and becomes the WWE Cruiserweight Champion!" Zelina raised Almas' arm, telling the WWE Universe to get a good look at the next Cruiserweight Champion.
THE MIZ: "What's the difference between myself and the other five participants? A lot, really, but the main difference I'm talking about is the fact that I've actually won a Money in the Bank Ladder match. Four years ago, I took down that briefcase and like Jesus turned water into wine, I turned it into the WWE Championship. I know what it takes to win Money in the Bank. I know the preparation that goes into this. I hold the advantage over everybody else because I hate it to break it to them, but their 'strengths' don't mean a damn thing. I don't care if Baron Corbin is bigger than I am because that doesn't matter in this match. Dean Ambrose is dangerous with a weapon in his hands? Well guess what? So am I. Cody Rhodes has something to prove? So do I! TJ Perkins... you don't win championships by dabbing. Paige's feel good story is going to come crashing down because in the real world, fairytales don't exist. The only thing that's real here is the fact that I am going to walk into Chicago, claim my second Money in the Bank briefcase and take the next step towards becoming a three-time WWE Champion! Because I'm The Miz... and I'm... awesome!"
MATCH: With the Loser Leaves SmackDown Live stipulation implemented by Shane McMahon, PMA managed to finally overcome The Alpha Wolves after a Stretch Muffler form Solomon Crowe forced Davey Richards to submit. Crowe and Drake Younger stood tall in the ring afterwards, saving their spots on the roster while forcing Richards and Eddie Edwards off of the brand.
PAIGE: "The day after WrestleMania, I issued a statement saying that my new goal is to become the first-ever female WWE Champion. For as many as people as there were who supported me, an equal number laughed at me. They said that I'm in over my head and that a woman can never be the top champion in this company. Well... they said a woman would never main event a Pay-Per-View, but I did. They said a woman could never be in Hell in a Cell, the Royal Rumble, WarGames... I did all of that. And then, to top it all off, they said a woman would never be in the main event of WrestleMania. I've done everything people said I couldn't do, and the WWE Championship is just another thing I'm going to make possible! So go ahead... count me out... you know what happens when you do that..."
SEGMENT: Backstage, Tom Phillips was standing by with the WWE Champion, Sami Zayn. When asked who he's chosen to be his partner tonight against Catch Point, Zayn said he'd prefer to go in alone. "I don't need somebody by my side because this isn't anyone's fight but mine. I'm the one who Catch Point is after, so if they want a fight, then fight me. I'm going to beat Jordan and Gable tonight, and then CM Punk will have his swan song at Money in the Bank because I'm not giving up this title for anything. If I have to be known for the rest of my career as the man who retired Punk in his own hometown... so be it."
MATCH: After Jimmy Uso defeated Tyson Kidd earlier, the score for the SmackDown Tag Team Title match was evened after Adrian Neville put away Jey Uso with the Red Arrow. Neville raised his championship high in the air, giving himself and Kidd a bit of momentum as well ahead of their defense this Sunday on the Money in the Bank Kickoff.
SEGMENT: SmackDown Women's Champion Becky Lynch headed down to the ring, not her usual energetic self after being shockingly betrayed last week by Catch Point's newest member, Allie. Becky took a microphone and said that what she's learned in her time as a professional wrestler is that not everyone can be trusted. "But there will always those people who you let your guard down for because you'd never think they'd be the ones to put the dagger into your back. Allie was somebody who I wrote off as a threat because why would anyone have ever suspected her to do what she did to me last week? I looked her in the eyes and I let my guard down. I showed her how badly her actions hurt me through my tears. I came here tonight and was told immediately that Allie decided not to show up. So, while she had the nerve to join Catch Point... she didn't have the nerve to look me in the face tonight. What I want Allie to understand is that I get what she said on the WWE Network about wanting to show everybody that you have control of your own life. I just wish she found another way to make that point. They say that for every action, there is an equal reaction, but you know what? No. Allie's actions will have a greater reaction this Sunday at Money in the Bank when I have her in this ring! Straight fire isn't just some catchphrase! Straight fire is what burns inside of my heart and it's the fire you, nor Catch Point, nor anyone else will ever be able to stop!" Becky threw her microphone down and headed up the entrance ramp, delivering an emotionally-charged speech that she can only hope Allie listened to.
CARD RUNDOWN: On the Money in the Bank Kickoff, The Revival defend the RAW Tag Team Championships against Wrestling Royalty, and The Usos challenged Adrian Neville and Tyson Kidd for the SmackDown Team Team Titles; Bobby Roode has lost his free agency and must now choose to sign with either RAW or SmackDown Live; Randy Orton and Bray Wyatt - representing The Wyatt Tribe - will meet Kofi Kingston and Big E of The New Day; Tyler Breeze battles Cruiserweight Classic winner Andrade 'Cien' Almas for the WWE Cruiserweight Championship; Becky Lynch meets Catch Point's newest member Allie for the SmackDown Women's Championship; In a dual-branded Tag Team match, AJ Lee and Alexa Bliss have to co-exist against The Iconic Duo; Triple H will attempt to destroy his "creation" in the form of 'The Demon' Finn Balor; For the RAW Money in the Bank briefcase, Daniel Bryan, United States Champion Adam Cole, RAW Women's and Hardcore Champion Emma, Seth Rollins, Pentagon, Matanza Cueto and Braun Strowman collide; For the SmackDown Money in the Bank briefcase, the field is cemented as Cody Rhodes, The Miz, Paige, Dean Ambrose, Baron Corbin and the Intercontinental Champion TJ Perkins; Derrick Bateman invokes his rematch clause for the Universal Championship against Kevin Owens; And in the main event, CM Punk has vowed to leave the company if he cannot win the WWE Championship from Sami Zayn in a Ladder match. Money in the Bank is live this Sunday on Pay-Per-View and the WWE Network.
MATCH: Chad Gable and Jason Jordan headed down to the ring for what was proposed as a Tag Team match against WWE Champion Sami Zayn and a partner of his choosing. However, Zayn opted to compete by himself in a Handicap match. As Zayn was making his entrance, Kevin Owens' theme music hit to the loudest ovation of the show. It was mentioned before that a select few RAW superstars would be allowed to appear here tonight. AJ Lee was the first, and now, the Universal Champion was joining the mix. Owens walked down to ringside, meeting Zayn face-to-face. Zayn was hesitant to accept Owens as his partner, but knew that 'The Prizefighter' was somebody eager to get into a battle, even if he couldn't be trusted. The match proceeded and came to a conclusion after Owens took out Jordan with a Plancha over the top rope, allowing Zayn to connect with the Helluva Kick to Gable for the win. Zayn and Owens were handed back their respective championship, the two former best friends staring each other down once again. Without exchanging any words, Owens raised Zayn's arm in victory before exiting the ring. Will Zayn and Owens leave Chicago on Sunday with their championship reigns still intact? Or will RAW and SmackDown Live's nightmares be realized with the resurgences of Derrick Bateman and CM Punk as the champions?
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