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Post by tg11 on Aug 14, 2016 17:30:48 GMT -5
Could Cesaro be showing signs of becoming a babyface? I would definitely say he has potential for a face turn especially with the crowd on his side tonight and it certainly worked in Cesaro's favour beating Sandow on the TLC Kick Off Show but with Cesaro beating Sandow it begs the question of where Cesaro goes from here as a singles competitor and considering his partner Kassius Ohno is injured and on the shelf right now I wonder if seeds could be planted towards a Cesaro/Ohno program if and when Ohno comes back
Alexa Bliss beating Natalya...I would say after this win Bliss certainly proved me wrong in the sense that she can actually get by on her own as a diva in this division and she has certainly proven that she is definitely better than her former mentor I mean she has beaten Natalya how many times now? Bliss needed no help either she got the job done on her own and this match was a back and forth match but I will say this after this win in Alexa beating a former WWE Divas Champion in Natalya I mean could Alexa set her sights on the WWE Women's Championship
CM Punk successfully retaining his WWE Intercontinental Championship beating Kevin Owens, Daniel Bryan and Tyson Kidd in a Fatal 4 Way Tables, Ladders and Chairs Match not just your average Fatal 4 Way but in a TLC Match...I mean Punk does have TLC experience and it did seem to pay off but also this match definitely for me anyway was the show stealer so far...I mean this match was so high octane so many crazy spots but in the end Punk once again proving why he is The Best in the World and how ever since becoming WWE Intercontinental Champion he has brought prestige back to the title making it mean something again...this match definitely has to be on ballot for Slammy Awards Match of the Year
Punk post-match being attacked by The Wyatt Family what the hell is this about? Wyatt, Harper and Rowan have seemingly come out of nowhere to lay waste to Punk but the thing is no one has seen the Wyatt Family ever since Survivor Series especially Bray Wyatt when he took out Paige in the Casket Match so it begs the question of if they are back now then where the hell is Paige?
Cody Rhodes is ready for his match tonight...Rhodes definitely has to be on the ballot for Superstar of the Year for 2013 but then again there are other choices such as Lesnar, Bryan, Cena, Styles the WWE Champion, CM Punk, the list goes on but Rhodes he has to face AJ Styles here tonight at TLC for the WWE Championship but the question is is Cody Rhodes really ready? Can he get the job done and become WWE Champion for the 2nd time in his career or does AJ Styles really have Cody's number?
Miz successfully retaining his WWE United States Championship beating Neville for the 2nd time...this just proves that Miz deserves to be WWE United States Champion and the fact that he got the job done and his wife Maryse was nowhere in sight but Neville has nothing to be ashamed of I mean he almost had Miz beat that is how close this match was how back and forth it was but now that Miz has Neville out of his rear view what is next for the WWE United States Champion The Miz? Or what is next for Neville?
It seems the torch was passed from one great tag team to the next here with The Alpha Wolves Eddie Edwards & Davey Richards successfully retaining their WWE Tag Team Championships yet again proving why they are the future of tag team wrestling proving why they are the alpha males in the division beating perhaps the greatest tag team in WWE history I would say so especially in this diary with them beating Wrestling Royalty Ted DiBiase & Joe Hennig the longest-reigning WWE Tag Team Champions of the modern era at 377 days but now that Edwards & Richards have seemingly beaten DiBiase & Hennig it begs the question of who they beat next? I mean they have essentially beaten almost every tag team in the division but also where does this leave DiBiase & Hennig as a tag team? Are DiBiase & Hennig truly done as a tag team? If they are then I wonder if this means Wrestling Royalty will go their separate ways and focus on their singles careers? If that is the case then it would make sense
AJ Styles successfully retaining his WWE Championship beating Cody Rhodes...I mean Styles basically proving that his title reign is no fluke and that he is for real I mean he did beat Cody Rhodes he beat Cody fair and square I mean the match was back and forth as back and forth as perhaps any WWE Championship match that there has been hell Cody had AJ beat but Styles beat Rhodes cleanly no controversy involved at all clean 1..2..3 and Bateman showing up post-match definitely is no coincidence either...Bateman is half owner of the WWE but then again he said he would be coming after Styles' title hell he has made no secret of that but in a Battle of the Unlikeables who will the crowd hate more Bateman or Styles? I mean if it is a heel vs heel program then I am all for it but if one of them is turning babyface in this program then it will most likely end up being AJ Styles
Baron Corbin retaining his WWE Hardcore Championship successfully against Del Rio beating Del Rio again basically proves that Corbin is for real and that his title reign is no fluke Corbin beat a former WWE/World Heavyweight Champion not once but twice...Corbin has all the makings of a future WWE Champion no he does but the fact that he has basically aligned himself with Bateman and Kaitlyn I mean who is going to beat him for that WWE Hardcore Championship? It makes me wonder what is next for him or what is next for Del Rio?
Bateman just when I thought he couldn't be any more hated than he already is he goes and does something even more dastardly firing Booker T the WWE Commissioner and then embarrasses Booker T in front of his family his wife Sharmell and Sharmell is brought into the ring where she and Booker T both are taken out literally...Kaitlyn spearing Sharmell and Corbin taking out Booker T I mean surely there should be repercussions where Bateman, Corbin and Kaitlyn are concerned? I mean surely the WWE Board of Directors can intercede here because Bateman and company are abusing their power...I mean where is the damn Chairman Mr. McMahon when we need him? Only Vince can make this right...I hope Vince comes back with a vengeance and if he does I hope all is right with the world
Seth Rollins beating Dean Ambrose...Ambrose is no longer the #1 Contender for the WWE Championship Ambrose puts it all on the line in this match against Rollins and Rollins beats him but not without controversy...Rollins has the former COO to thank for him winning the match...Triple H interferes in this match making his return here basically costing Ambrose his #1 Contendership for the WWE Championship...I mean we haven't seen Triple H since WWE SummerSlam when Ambrose along with Team Uprising were the ones to take out Triple H's Team Committee basically taking out Triple H injuring him like that I mean sooner or later I mean Triple H was going to return and he chooses now to return basically costing Ambrose his shot at the title well I mean if this is leading to an Ambrose/HHH program then personally I am all for it but with Rollins winning this match he is the #1 Contender now he has himself a WWE Championship match at the 2014 Royal Rumble PPV this means it will be Rollins/Styles at the PPV for the title but both men Styles and Rollins are heels and not to mention Bateman is too so what happens now?
Well Triple H is no longer the COO anymore he has no power whatsoever in the WWE now so with him back he is basically a wrestler again so now that he is back I mean is Triple H basically a part-time guy now or?
Enzo and Big Cass/Dallas segment now this definitely made me laugh and considering it is almost Christmas and it being TLC it makes sense for you to have a comedy segment in between
New Day beating Cena...3 on 1 Handicap Match I mean New Day doing the unthinkable beating Cena this has to be an upset if you ask me I mean Woods, Kofi and Big E. all beating Cena does wonders for them it gives them a rub but at the same time this loss doesn't really hurt Cena considering he lost to not 1 but 3 other guys and not to mention Cena is at the point in his career where he either should be putting younger talent over or he will put younger talent over but for New Day with them beating Cena it actually makes them look more legitimate as a stable as a unit
And in the main event just as AJ Lee is on her way to victory by beating Sofia Cortez to become the new WWE Women's Champion...Kaitlyn comes out and announces that their match will now become a Triple Threat TLC Match for the WWE Women's Championship and when everyone assumes that Kaitlyn will be the third competitor in this match you pull a swerve and it isn't her but a mystery opponent who turns out to be Alexa Bliss who had a match earlier on in the night beating Natalya as she joins the fray and it becomes a Triple Threat now that I wasn't expecting certainly wasn't expecting Alexa Bliss to show up and then this TLC match gets even more exciting with there being such crazy high flying spots including AJ Lee hitting a Twist of Fate off of a ladder on Alexa Bliss...now that was a thing of beauty but also AJ Lee climbs the ladder to become the WWE Women's Champion...a childhood dream finally fulfilled as AJ Lee has always wanted to become WWE Women's Champion and her pulling the Twist of Fate like that no doubt was a tribute to her idol WWE Hall of Famer Lita
Just when AJ Lee is about to celebrate her victory the lights go out and the Wyatt Family signature goes off...fireflies in full effect Bray Wyatt comes lantern in hand as he blows out the lantern and the lights are still off...a mysterious hooded figure pushes the ladder with both hands while AJ Lee is on top of the ladder celebrating as AJ Lee falls through a table and the lights come back on and the hooded figure is revealed to be Paige...probably the biggest shocker of the year Paige returning but as a member of the Wyatt Family essentially becoming much more darker and demonic than ever I was virtually scared here of Paige especially the black eyes blood stained tears I mean what the hell happened to Paige?
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Post by Planktung on Aug 16, 2016 15:45:48 GMT -5
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Post by Planktung on Aug 17, 2016 3:28:01 GMT -5
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Post by tg11 on Aug 17, 2016 8:18:53 GMT -5
If Styles/Bateman is at Concrete Jungle for the WWE Championship on that special Live PPV event then how about Seth Rollins how does he fit into this? Because isn't Rollins the #1 Contender for the WWE Championship? AJ Lee the new WWE Women's Champion defending her title against Wyatt Family member Paige...if anyone knows about the history between these 2 divas then this is just yet another chapter in their storied rivalry
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Post by tg11 on Aug 17, 2016 8:21:43 GMT -5
Seeing some of the Sammy Award winners in the following categories...all deserving winners in my opinion
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Post by Planktung on Aug 23, 2016 22:40:27 GMT -5
December 16th, 2013 - Following the signature WWE intro, a video package was shown to recap four of the results from last's TLC: Tables, Ladders and Chairs Pay-Per-View event. After retaining the Intercontinental Championship, CM Punk was greeted by the returning Wyatt Family, who laid waste to him before he was finished off by Sister Abigail from Bray Wyatt. In one of the most enthralling WWE Tag Team Championship match in history, the torch was seemingly passed from Wrestling Royalty to the victors and still champions, The Alpha Wolves. Despite winning Manifest Destiny, Dean Ambrose no longer owns the right to the challenge for the WWE Championship at the Royal Rumble. Triple H, the former leader of The Committee, would hit the ring and take out Ambrose, one of The Uprising's troops. Seth Rollins capitalized and defeated Ambrose, cementing his shot at glory come January 26th. And in the main event, AJ Lee and Sofia Cortez had their one-on-one Tables, Ladders and Chairs match interrupted by the last-second inclusion of Alexa Bliss. WWE's newest female superstar managed to take out Sofia, but a Twist of Fate from the top of the ladder spelt the end for Alexa and the beginning of AJ's reign as the brand new WWE Women's Champion. The celebration was very short-lived, however, as Bray Wyatt made his presence known for the second time in the evening. The distraction from Wyatt allowed a returning Paige to knock AJ's ladder over and cause the new champion to fall through a table. Blood stains and black eyes engulfed the face of Paige, who stood side-by-side with the man who brutalized her and left her for dead inside of a casket at Survivor Series.
Cutting to the American Airlines Center in Dallas, the voice of Mauro Ranallo welcomed everyone to the 2013 Slammy Awards edition of Monday Night RAW. In the ring already was Sofia Cortez, who took a seat at the end of the RAW Pre-Show and called out the woman who was responsible for her failure in the Women's Championship match, Alexa Bliss. "This is gonna go one of two ways, Bliss. You either get your ass out here right now or I'm gonna go back there, find you and make the rest of your hair red myself." Sofia remained sitting in her chair while the fans chanted her name, 'The Huntress' not responding in any way. While it wasn't Alexa, Sofia was confronted by the Head of the Women's Division and former Committee stablemate, Kaitlyn. "Before I say anything else, put the chair away," Kaitlyn said to Sofia, not forgetting about the Conchairto she received at the end of RAW last week. Only doing so to get answers from Kaitlyn, Sofia picked up the chair, folded it and tossed it out to ringside. "I was gonna ask the questions after I beat little miss Bliss, but now that I got you out here, fill me in. What the hell did she ever do to deserve a main event title match?" Sofia asked in a hostile tone. "It's kind of sad how someone who's only been here for three months is already a more worthy champion than both you and AJ. Alexa Bliss shows promise and potential. She's the kind of superstar who can dig this division out of the hellhole that women like you, AJ and Paige put it in. I was looking out for this company and I'd do it again." "You'd do it again?! Then why don't you do it now, huh?! Get Bliss out here and make this damn match!" The audience supported Sofia's demand, but Kaitlyn assured everyone that there wouldn't be a match of that nature tonight. "I'll give you Alexa Bliss, but it's going to happen in thirteen days at Concrete Jungle. And hell, I'll even make it a number one contenders match for the Women's Title. There. You happy? Now, get the hell out this ring because we have an award show to get to." Kaitlyn exited the squared circle and headed halfway up the entrance ramp before looking back and realizing that Sofia failed to comply with her request to leave. "Okay. Since you want to be a pain in my ass, I'll do something about it. Attention, women's division. Open challenge! Someone get out here and show Sofia Cortez the way out." Before heading to the back, Kaitlyn stopped herself and made one correction to her previous statement. "Someone not named Alexa Bliss." Sofia stood against the ropes and kept her eyes locked on the stage, waiting to see who would step up to her. "Kaitlyn's leaving the ring open to anyone to challenge Sofia right now, but in two weeks in Madison Square Garden, it'll be Alexa Bliss who tries her hand at that in a number one contenders match!" Ranallo said before the show took its first commercial break.
► SOFIA CORTEZ DEF. NIKKI BELLA: Kaitlyn's call to the women's division for anyone to take out Sofia Cortez was answered by Nikki Bella, who attempted to take advantage of the fact that Sofia had just come out of a Tables, Ladders and Chairs match twenty-four hours ago. During a corner Splash attempt, Sofia leaped into Nikki with a knee to the sternum, giving her the opening she needed to deliver La Sicaria for the victory. While Sofia was having her arm raised by the official, Alexa Bliss' entrance music suddenly hit. Sofia stormed out of the ring and ran to the backstage area, wanting to get to Bliss as quickly as she could. Cameras followed Sofia to the back, where she yelled out for Bliss repeatedly. When Sofia turned a corner, she was struck in the face with a chair from Bliss! Sofia fell back and was out cold while Bliss stood over her, raising the chair for one more shot before official's arrived on the scene. All of them forced Bliss away while they tended to Sofia, shielding her from the camera. "Get me a towel! Her nose is shattered!" one of the officials said to a trainer off-screen. Sofia's eagerness to fight ended up costing her tonight and allowing Bliss to get the upper-hand thirteen days before their number one contenders match at Concrete Jungle.
Back in the American Airlines Center, Michael Cole was shown standing at the podium on the stage, ready to hand out the first of three Slammy Awards on the live broadcast. "The industry evolves over the years, but some things are constant. The passion of the competitors. The energy that is given off by you, the fans. None of that will ever change. Something else that has stood the test of time is tag team wrestling. From The Fabulous Freebirds to The Road Warriors to Edge and Christian, professional wrestling has never been short of great tag teams. And tonight, we honor the very best that 2013 had to offer." Cole directed everyone's attention to the titantron for the video package commemorating the winners. "We Are" by Hollywood Undead began playing over a shot of Wrestling Royalty walking to the ring. "377 days. The longest reign in history... We did it," said a voice over from DiBiase before the song's chorus kicked in. Highlights all throughout the year from Wrestling Royalty were shown, a transparent counter on the screen going all the way from 0 to 377. "We set out to change the industry and we feel that's what we did. The longest-reigning WWE Tag Team Champions of all-time. Us. The two kids who were told we weren't as good as our fathers... We did it."
Cutting back to the live feed, the fans in Dallas were shown on their feet, applauding as they believed the rightful team had won the award. "Ladies and gentlemen, the 2013 Tag Team of the Year, Wrestling Royalty!" The place erupted for the arrival of Ted DiBiase and Joe Hennig, the duo shaking Cole's hand near the podium before they were handed their trophy. "Wrestling Royalty are now the first time in WWE history to win back-to-back Tag Team of the Year Slammys," Mauro Ranallo noted while DiBiase and Hennig made their way down to the ring, but not without greeting every WWE fan in the front row. DiBiase raised the Slammy before stepping through the ropes, Hennig taking his cell phone out to record the crowd's deafening reaction and hold onto the memory forever. DiBiase handed over the Slammy to Hennig while he took a microphone, letting the crowd's applause fade out before beginning to speak. "When Wrestling Royalty started almost two years ago, it was because Joe and I knew that we were capable of more than what we were being given. We knew that we were going to become the greatest tag team of this generation, but it didn't seem like anyone else did. The numbers tell us that we're not alone anymore. Back-to-back Slammy Awards and a Tag Team Championship reign of 377 days. The longest in history. As we said in the video package just moments ago... We did it." DiBiase gave the microphone to Hennig, who stated that there's more to that phrase than they may be letting on. "'We' isn't limited to just the two of us. When Ted and I say that we did it, that means you all did it as well. You were all a part of this journey. You were all there for the entire Tag Team Title reign that put us on the map and in the record books! This Slammy Award and the WWE Tag Team Titles belong to you guys just as much as they belong to us!" Hennig exclaimed, holding back tears during his speech. He went on to say that whenever a second or third generation star gets into WWE, their last name becomes as much of a curse as a blessing. "I'm proud to be a Hennig, just like I know that Ted is proud to be a DiBiase. But ask anyone else who has walked in our shoes before. Cody. Randy. They'll all tell you the same thing. We're held to higher standards than anyone else because of whose blood runs through us. You either crack under that pressure, or you make a name for yourself and start a new dynasty. I wanted to be every bit as good as my father was, but I didn't want to be the next Mr. Perfect. Ted didn't want to be the next Million Dollar man. I wanted to be the first Joe Hennig! He wanted to be the first Ted DiBiase Jr.! And not only are we exactly all of that, but more than anything else, we are Wrestling Royalty." After another round of applause from the fans, Hennig offered the microphone to DiBiase, who almost seemed hesitant to take it. "I... Um..." DiBiase started off, moving his hand all the way down his face before letting out a deep breath. "I'll start off by saying that for the last five and a half years, you guys have been a second family to me. Recently, though, my first family has grown. Just a few months ago, my wife and I welcomed our son into the world and my life changed from that point on. I was able to be there for his birth because I was out with an injury, but what about his first birthday? Or his second or his third? Do I have to hope that I'm hurt again so that I can be there to watch my son grow up? Joe, you have a family as well and I commend you for being able to deal with the schedule more than I have. I... Want to be here for you guys and continue to do what I love, but it gets to a point where I have to start looking at my life and wonder what I am or who I am. That's why... That's why I sat my family down a few weeks ago. I sat Joe down as well and we all had a serious talk about my future. What we decided was that... Dammit, I didn't want to cry... Um... We decided that if Wrestling Royalty didn't become Tag Team Champions at TLC... I would announce my retirement tonight." A united, "No!" shout came from the fans after DiBiase's announcement, many understanding where he was coming from, but not wanting to believe that this would be the end of the Tag Team of the Year. DiBiase tried to continue speaking, but couldn't bring himself to do so. "Please don't go! Please don't go! Please don't go!" That chant from Dallas caused DiBiase to finally break. He dropped to his knees and started crying uncontrollably, Hennig kneeling to comfort his tag team partner and best friend. "Look, we had a hell of a run. You go be with your family. You go be a dad. We did everything we needed to here," Hennig said to DiBiase without a microphone. While Hennig was helping DiBiase back up to his feet, two unknown men ran into the ring from the audience and attacked them from behind! The audience booed as loudly as they could at the two men who ruined one of the most heartfelt and genuine moments of the year, and without a doubt in the history of Wrestling Royalty. "Wait a second..." Corey Graves said while the attack was in progress, the assailants throwing Hennig shoulder-first into the ring post. "I just saw these two at the Performance Center last week! That's Scott Dawson and Dash Wilder!" Graves confirming their identities. Dawson kicked the Slammy Award out of the ring before DiBiase tried with all he could to retaliate. The debuting duo, however, was too much to overcome as they punched and stomped DiBiase until he was lying flat on the canvas. Dawson picked DiBiase up and whipped him off the ropes, delivering a Flapjack that turned into a Codebreaker from Dash! Dawson and Dash stood tall over DiBiase before exiting the ring to as much heat as any tag team had received in 2013. "Derrick Bateman said we'd see some new faces here tonight, and two of them just made their names off of the Tag Team of the Year," Mauro Ranallo said in a disgusted tone. "Go be with your boy, Ted! Leave that ring to us!" Dawson said while heading towards the backstage area, he and Dash ruining DiBiase's retirement.
Returning to Monday Night RAW, a recap was shown of Wrestling Royalty's acceptance of their second Tag Team of the Year Slammy, which led into Ted DiBiase's announcement that he would be retiring tonight. The emotional moment was interrupted by Scott Dawson and Dash Wilder, two of the newest signings that Derrick Bateman referred to previously. Backstage, Dash and Dawson were shown walking towards the locker room area when Renee Young stopped them, asking why they attacked Wrestling Royalty. "Because they're done. They're old news. This is the New Era, Renee, and you're looking at the team that's going to usher it in," Dash said before Dawson took over. "We hope that Ted DiBiase enjoys life after wrestling. We really do because whenever he's sitting at home with his little family watching RAW and SmackDown, he's going to see the two men who made his last night memorable. People want to call Wrestling Royalty the greatest tag team of this generation? Don't get comfortable saying that because we're about to do what Ted and Joe couldn't: Revive tag team wrestling."
► BRAUN STROWMAN DEF. LOCAL COMPETITOR (THOMAS ESLER): "What... The... Hell... Is... That?" was the sentence uttered by Corey Graves upon the entrance of the debuting Braun Strowman. 6'8". 385 pounds. An absolute mammoth of a man. During Strowman's walk to the ring, Byron Saxton was standing by with his unlucky adversary, a local competitor by the name of Thomas Esler. "What were you thinking?" Byron asked Esler. "I... I was thinking that Christmas is right around the corner, and... And what better present to myself... Than to compete on RAW?" stated Esler, who was clearly freaking out. "Well, you're probably gonna have medical bills in your stocking once this is all done. Best of luck to you, man," Byron said before exiting the ring. It was not even funny how much Strowman towered over Esler once the two men came face-to-chest. The bell sounded as Esler took a shot at Strowman, having to extend his arm out completely just to even graze the side of Strowman's face with his knuckles. Strowman grabbed Esler by the head and threw him across the ring with ease. Esler staggered to his feet in a corner, only to have Strowman run into him like an oncoming train. Strowman picked Esler back up and delivered a Reverse Chokeslam to get the win. "Who on earth is going to stop Braun Strowman?" asked Mauro Ranallo as Strowman left Esler incapacitated and the masses in shock at his beyond-dominant debut on Monday Night RAW.
In the backstage area, Derrick Bateman was shown watching the LCD screen attached to the interview set, astonished at Braun Strowman's more-than-impressive debut. Cathy Kelley approached Bateman, asking if the 'New Era' has commenced the way that he envisioned tonight. "It's going really well, isn't it? Bliss almost committed murder. Dash and Dawson are the new hottest tag team, and as you just saw, Braun Strowman is freakin' huge. Braun is actually a great example of why I'm the leader that the WWE needs. Talent relations are out scouting new superstars at indie shows and fitness events, while I had my eye on a different scene. Let's just say that Braun comes from the 'underground,'" Bateman stated. "So... an illegal fight club?" Cathy asked, Bateman smirking at her. "'Illegal' is such a dirty word. I prefer the term 'lawfully frowned upon.' But enough about Braun because he's not the last debuting superstar here tonight." Bateman would then be met by his team of lawyers, one of them telling him that his contract signing with AJ Styles was ready to go. "Excellent. Step aside, Catherine, because I'm about to put my signature on the match that is going to result in the greatest, most monumental event in WWE history: My becoming of WWE Champion." Bateman and his lawyers exited the scene, ready to make the WWE Title match at Concrete Jungle official.
A promo was shown for this Wednesday's edition of NXT. Over the next few weeks, Rob Naylor and Josh Barnett will be taking a look back at the championship scenes in NXT throughout 2013. This week, the NXT Tag Team Titles take center stage. Relive the debuts of The Alpha Wolves, Finn Balor, Hideo Itami and The Addiction. Plus, after her star-making performance at TakeOver: Forever, Becky Lynch speaks out in an exclusive interview. WWE NXT, this Wednesday night on ION Television.
Back in the American Airlines Center, the ring was shown set up with a table and the contract for AJ Styles and Derrick Bateman's WWE Championship match at Concrete Jungle in thirteen days. Bateman's entrance music hit to an overwhelmingly negative reaction, one that only Scott Dawson and Dash Wilder rivaled thus far. With his team of lawyers following him, Bateman made his way down to the ring, where he picked up the contract and stared it endlessly. "All year, Bateman has been saying that he's the next WWE Champion. No one took him seriously, and now, he's just one match away from proving everyone wrong," Corey Graves said, Mauro Ranallo believing that a title win for Bateman would be marred by the fact that he's the one putting himself in the title picture. After Bateman took a seat, Styles would make his way out to a mixed response that bordered more on positive than negative. Twenty-four hours after successfully defending the WWE Championship against Cody Rhodes, 'The Phenomenal One' marched down to the squared circle, set the WWE Title down onto the table and took his seat across from his Concrete Jungle opponent. Both men were given microphones, Bateman going first to speak. "Looks familiar, doesn't it?" Bateman asked while looking at a briefcase that one of his lawyers set down on the table. "Over eight months ago, I had my WrestleMania moment in the New York and New Jersey area when I climbed a ladder, took down the Money in the Bank briefcase and solidified my date with destiny. But... Somewhere along the way, everything changed. I got injured and what did The Committee do to me? They took my contract for a title shot away from me and gave it you. You cashed in my Money in the Bank briefcase to become WWE Champion, Styles. If I never took that thing down at WrestleMania, you wouldn't be signing this contract to face me right now! But, all will be right in the world because in my return to New York and in my Madison Square Garden debut, I'm going to finally become WWE Champion and there isn't anyone else who I'd rather beat for it than you." Bateman proceeded to sign the contract, rolling the pen towards Styles. The WWE Champion told Bateman that just like every other time he talks, all he spewed out just now was complete BS. "I'm not gonna let you sit there and try to discredit what I've done in the last six months. Yes, you got injured and that left the briefcase up for the grabs, but I wasn't just handed anything. I was the one who beat Dean Ambrose to win the contract! I was the one who cashed it in at Survivor Series to become WWE Champion! I was the one who beat Cody Rhodes and showed all of the naysayers that I deserve this title! And Derrick, at Concrete Jungle, I will be the one who shows you that you are way below my league. You aren't half as good as you think you are. You don't deserve to be headlining in Madison Square Garden. Hell, you don't deserve to even walk into Madison Square Garden, let alone compete in the main event for the WWE Championship against the best damn wrestler in the world! And it's a damn insult to me that you're my competition." After Styles' last comment, Bateman looked directly into his microphone, his serious and focused expression being exchanged for laughter. "Wrestling me is an insult to you?" he asked, Styles reiterating what he said. "So, you're insulted to be wrestling a guy who has busted his ass for five years to get to this spot? You're insulted to be defending the WWE Title against the uncrowned champion? You're insulted to be wrestling the guy who owns half of this company?!? Are you kidding me, Styles?! Are you freaking kidding me?! You know what? I'm insulted that you're the champion of my show! You took your sweet time coming to the WWE, and just like I suspected, when you finally pulled the trigger, you disrespect the people who have actually done s*** in this place!" Just as Bateman was going off, Styles interrupted him. "You talk like you're some big shot, Derrick! You make it sound like you're the biggest star professional wrestling has ever seen, so why is it that is your first WWE Championship match? Why were you never the champion before if you're so damn good, huh?! How come you've been employed for almost five years, but Vince McMahon didn't learn your name until a few months ago?" The crowd could feel the tension rising and the situation becoming more and more ready to implode. "You're not a main eventer, Derrick. You have this title match because you held the company hostage, and now, you just happen to have some ownership in it. But what you'll never have is the WWE Championship because as long as I'm around... As long as AJ Styles is in this ring, all you'll ever be is a flavor of the month superstar who aimed for a target too high for him to reach." Styles put the pen to paper and added his signature to the contract, making the match official. 'The Phenomenal One' then stood from his seat and raised the WWE Championship high in the air, Bateman refusing to look at him. "... Get him," Bateman said into his microphone, prompting his team of lawyers to physically attack Styles! "Those aren't lawyers! Bateman set Styles up!" Ranallo said on commentary as Styles was the victim of a four-on-one assault from the lawyers. The WWE Champion, however, was able to retaliate, taking out the lawyers one by one. Styles dodged a Clothesline from one of them, catching him with the Pele Kick! When Styles was back on his feet, Bateman drilled him in the face with the briefcase! Bateman moved the table out of the way as cameras showed a wound on Styles' forehead. Bateman grabbed Styles and began unloading right closed-fist strikes directed at his gash. The unconscious Styles fell back onto the canvas and stained Bateman's light blue dress shirt with some of his blood. Bateman took the WWE Championship and gazed at for a few seconds before laying it on the mat. He then brought Styles back up to his feet, only to deliver the One Percenter onto the title's center plate! "Am I good enough now, Styles?! Am! I! Good! Enough?!?" he shouted maniacally in the bloody face of Styles before picking up the WWE Title one more time, holding it up to the disapproval of the Dallas audience. Is WWE's worst nightmare going to come true at Concrete Jungle? Derrick Bateman as the new WWE Champion?
Returning to the broadcast, a video package was shown that began with a familiar countdown clock, starting off at five and ending at two. That led into "Y2J" appearing on the screen. Career highlights of Chris Jericho were shown while Saliva's "King of My World" played in the background. The video concluded with the announcement that Jericho is the first superstar to officially be entered into the 2014 Royal Rumble match. However, the world will not have to wait until then to see 'Y2J' back in the squared circle as Jericho makes his return on Monday Night RAW on January 6th.
► THE NEW DAY DEF. THE PRIME TIME PLAYERS & JUSTIN GABRIEL: After successfully defeating John Cena in a 3-on-1 Handicap match at TLC last night, the trio of Kofi Kingston, Big E and Xavier Woods managed to continue their winning ways with a victory over the Prime Time Players and Justin Gabriel. Afterwards, all three New Day members took microphones, Woods asking for everyone's attention. "For once, 'You Can't See Me' isn't some stupid tagline to put on merchandise! You literally cannot see John Cena because he's not here! And why is that, you ask? E, do you know why?" Woods asked his partner. "Um... No. No, I don't think I do. Kofi, you got any scoops?" Kofi then scratched his head while thinking before snapping his fingers. "Oh, oh! I think I know why... Because the New Day beat his ass right out of Texas!" Kofi shouted while Woods and Big E overreacted, the latter putting both hands on the top rope while gyrating. "We beat John Cena so badly, Nick Saban said that's what ruined Christmas for him this year and not Auburn!" Kofi said before Woods said he had a joke of his own. "Cena's been choking so much as of late, you'd think his name was Tony Romo," he said, which really got under the Dallas crowd's skin. "Come on, now. Y'all know y'all suck! Packers drop twenty on you in the fourth, and Romo threw two picks?! John Cena lost five matches in Manifest Destiny, but even he's all like, 'Damn, the Cowboys suck!'" Big E then said that with Cena out of the picture, it's time for the New Day to focus on something that the Cowboys won't see for a long, long, long time. That being championships. "Derrick Bateman keeps talking about ending the year as the WWE Champion, while the New Day want to end the year as the WWE Tag Team Champions. And all we need is one shot to turn The Alpha Wolves into puppies that no one wants to adopt because they're too damn ugly," Kofi said before Woods, "And why is it that we're so confident we can take the titles from them?" That led to Big E answering for him. "Because... New! Day rocks! New! Day rocks! New! Day rocks!"
Backstage, Renee Young was shown standing by with the 'Swiss Superman' Antonio Cesaro. After Cesaro stepped into the picture with his suit and shades on, Renee asked where he sees is career going when 2014 rolls around. Cesaro stated that many people believed he would have trouble finding his "place" in WWE without Kassius Ohno. "What everyone needs to remember is that wrestling is my life. It's what I love. It's what I do and I can safely say that there are very, very few people out there who can do it better than me. A new year gives me the perfect chance to prove that I am capable of being a top star, and what better way to do that than to win the Royal Rumble match and headline WrestleMania? I don't mind swinging all twenty-nine other superstars out of the ring if it means going on to become WWE Champion on the biggest stage in the world. 2014 is the year of Antonio Cesaro, and it starts at the Royal Rumble."
Back in the arena, the entrance music of Kevin Owens hit to a mixed reaction from the fans in attendance. The former NXT Champion walked slowly out to the stage, limping after going through two wars this past weekend at TLC: Tables, Ladders and Chairs, and NXT TakeOver: Forever. Owens approached the Slammy podium with the trophy that he won during the pre-show for 'One to Watch in 2014.' Owens applauded himself before asking the fans why they weren't doing the same. "Isn't that what you all do? Someone wins one of these Slammys and you cheer and clap for them? Oh, that's right. You only do that for the people you like. And I guess the WWE only gives time for speeches to the people that they like. As soon as my name was put on the ballot for the 'One to Watch in 2014' award, I knew that I was going to win, so I got my speech fully prepared. I worked on it all weekend and, you know, I don't mean to brag but I thought it was pretty good. Better than what Wrestling Royalty had to say. But then, I was told, 'Oh, we're not presenting that award on RAW.' So, after I won this award, I was handed this trophy backstage. It feels almost as a cheap as this entire show does. How does what happened to me make any sense? People want to watch me in 2014, so does that mean they have to wait until then? They can't see me in 2013? And that's when I said, 'Screw it.' I'm just going to come out here and give myself time for my speech." Owens took a piece of paper out his pocket, cleared his throat and began reading from it. "I hate all of you. I hate Sami Zayn. I hate NXT. I hate Full Sail University. I hate the kids at my son's school who chanted 'Yes!' at me that one time I went to go pick him up. I hate the cameraman that followed Sami to my house on Thanksgiving. I hate tennis rackets. I hate CM Punk's stupid tattoos. I hate Daniel Bryan's stupid beard. I hate that stupid haircut Tyson Kidd used to have." Owens then turned the paper over, telling everyone ahead of time that the rest of the speech was about Kidd. "I hate that he thinks he's a better Canadian than me. I hate that he think he's part of the Hart Family when he really isn't. I hate that he wrestled for one hour and everyone thought it was the greatest thing ever just because of that. I hate that he posts nothing but pictures of his hideous cats on Instagram. I hate his headphones. I hate his ex-wife, but to be fair, I'm sure he does, too. Simply put, I hate Tyson Kidd, but what I didn't hate was watching him fall through a ladder after I pushed him out of the ring last night." Owens raised the Slammy award and sarcastically thanked the fans for their support. "And trust me. If you thought I was a nuisance in 2013, stay tuned because in 2014, The Kevin Owens Show is only going to get even better."
At this time, the United States Champion, The Miz, and his wife, Maryse, made their way down to the ring that was ready to go for Miz TV. Once 'The Awesome One' was in the ring, he welcomed everyone to the, "Most must-see talk show in WWE history." Ignoring the audience's boos, Miz said that this is an exciting time in the WWE. "Not only because yours truly is still the United States Champion, but because there's a buzz in the atmosphere about the 'New Era.' We've seen plenty of new names show up here tonight, and right now, we're about to be greeted to another. In an exclusive from Miz TV, one of Derrick Bateman's newest signings is going to debut right here, right now on my show. I'm in the dark just like everyone else, so without any further ado, please welcome to Miz TV, the newest WWE superstar!"
After Miz' first introduction for the brand new WWE superstar, he was met with silence all around. No sign of a new, fresh face. "Will the newest WWE superstar please come on down!" he asked again, still not getting a response. He glanced over at Maryse, both annoyed at the fact that their show was not going according to plan. Finally, the lights in the arena shut as unfamiliar music began playing. Four lights shined down on the stage, moving around while the instrumental piece went on. That led to the lights disappearing for a few short seconds before a logo flashed onto the titantron.
And with that logo came a roar from the Dallas fans. Austin Aries stepped out onto the stage, looking around at the sea of fans that were screaming their heads off for him. "Is this real life, Mauro?! Am I really seeing Austin Aries on Monday Night RAW?!" Corey Graves exclaimed, Mauro stating that he was in just as much shock. "The first man in Ring of Honor history to become a two-time ROH Champion! In the most recent PWI 500 listings, Aries was positioned at number twelve! This is one of the hottest free agents in professional wrestling, and in my opinion, one of the best performers in the world today who until now had never stepped foot in a WWE ring!" Ranallo said. Aries stepped through the ropes, standing across from Miz, who looked even more annoyed than he did when it looked like Aries wasn't going to show up. The chants, "Austin Aries!" rang throughout the entire American Airlines Center while Aries removed his sunglasses, clipping them onto the buttons of his polo. "Oh, great. It's one of your kind. Ladies and gentlemen, if you don't know who this man is, and I can't blame you if you don't, this is..." Miz said before being cut off by his guest. "I can speak for myself, Miz. My name is Austin Aries and judging by the reaction, these people know exactly who I am," Aries said before receiving another round of applause from Dallas. "And throughout my career, the one question that I've gotten more than any other is when would I make the jump? When would I sign with WWE and bring my talents over to RAW and SmackDown? The answer has always been the same: When the time is right. Timing is everything in this industry. I knew I would get here eventually, but I just didn't know when. I became a free agent not too long ago and my phone was blowing up with contract offers and promoters throwing some serious cash my way to go perform for them. I get a phone call one day and it's Derrick Bateman, who said that he personally wanted me as one of the stars at the forefront of the 'New Era.' That's when I decided that it was finally the right time. I flew to Connecticut, went through all of the testing, signed my contract and now, I'm here at the Slammy Awards in a WWE ring for the first time ever." The crowd continued to show its support for Aries while Miz and Maryse were visibly annoyed. "So... You're one of Derrick Bateman's little pet projects, huh?" Miz asked, Aries scoffing at the question. "Austin Aries isn't anyone's pet project, you got that, Miz? Bateman signed me, but I don't 'belong' to him. I don't belong to anyone. I'm my own man, which is more than you can say for yourself." Miz' left eyebrow moved upwards before slowly raising his microphone, asking Aries what he was trying to insinuate. "Miz, you did well at TLC last night, but that doesn't change the facts. The only reason you have the United States Championship is because of your wife, who I'm not entirely sold on really being yours. Maryse, you can tell me anything you need to. Did Miz pay you money to marry him?" Laughter and more cheers emerged for Aries, Maryse disgusted by his comments. Miz couldn't even speak since he was so appalled by Aries' comments. "If you were in this ring with, say, me... You would need ten more wives at ringside to help you. You say time and time against that you're awesome, but being great is a lot better than being awesome and I'm 'The Greatest Man That Ever Lived.' You know in your heart, Miz, that I'm a million times the competitor that you are." Aries put his microphone down to the side of his leg, Miz removing his blazer and undoing his tie. "I don't care who you've beaten or where you've wrestled, Aries. Nothing matters until you get to the WWE. I'm coming up on my tenth year in this company while you're coming up on your tenth minute. I've headlined WrestleMania. I've held the WWE Championship twice. The reason I'm the United States Champion is because I'm the best in that locker room. To all of these fans, you're a veteran, but in my ring, you're just another rookie who is using his fifteen minutes of fame against me." After Miz' last line, Maryse crept up behind Aries and hit him with a low blow! Aries fell to the canvas as Miz proceed to stomp away on him, picking him up and placing him in a corner. "You want to disrespect me?! You want to disrespect my wife?!" Miz yelled out before striking Aries repeatedly. Soon, Aries would be saved by Daniel Bryan, who rushed into the ring while the fans went ballistic for him. Bryan dodged a Clothesline from Miz, shooting off the ropes and connecting with a Dropkick that sent the United States Champion out of the ring. Miz and Maryse joined each other on the entrance ramp, both looking on in rage while Bryan helped Aries, a man he has a very storied past with, to his feet in the ring.
When Monday Night RAW returned to the USA Network, off-location cameras were shown inside of a restaurant somewhere in the Dallas area. At one of the tables were Adam Cole and Lana, both not attending the Slammy Awards in favor of a private date with one another. "Who cares if I'm not in the running for Superstar of the Year tonight? Everyone knows that this time next year, I'll be the unanimous winner. I'm already guaranteed to win Manifest Destiny 2014... Or, as I like to say, Adamfest Destiny." Lana smiled at Cole before saying that leaving 'That giant loser' was something she should've done a long time ago. "A woman like me deserves a winner, and that's exactly what you are, Adam." The two resumed eating when commotion could be heard coming from another room. "Sir, you need a reservation to get in," one of the employees tried saying calmly. "I have a reservation to beat his ass!" shouted Rusev, which caused Cole to drop his fork onto his plate. "Oh, sh-" Cole said before Rusev came storming into the restaurant, kicking him out of his chair! Rusev tossed the table over before resuming his attack on Cole, who attempted to get away by throwing utensils at Rusev. Security showed up to restrain Rusev, which allowed Cole to get to his feet, grab Lana by the arm and run out of the restaurant. Rusev broke free from the security guards, chasing after Cole and Lana into the streets of Dallas.
► SETH ROLLINS DEF. ADRIAN NEVILLE: After becoming the new opponent for whoever the WWE Champion may be at the Royal Rumble, Seth Rollins took on the former United States Champion, Adrian Neville. 'The Man That Gravity Forgot' came into the match with a taped-up knee, painting a clear target for Rollins to focus on. Neville tried to mount a comeback late into the match, using his good leg to deliver an Enziguri to Rollins, followed by a Reverse Hurricanrana. Neville stepped out onto the ring apron, springboarding off of the rope rope. While Neville was in mid-air, Rollins delivered a Superkick to his injured knee! Neville crashed to the mat in excruciating pain, giving Rollins the opening to deliver the Curb Stomp and pick up the win. Post-match, Rollins made his way up to the stage, where he was met by the man who basically handed him his victory over Dean Ambrose last night at TLC, Triple H. 'The Game' raised Rollins' arm before the two headed to the backstage area, their alliance from TLC carrying over to RAW.
After Triple H and Seth Rollins were out of the picture, the focus was placed onto Mauro Ranallo and Corey Graves, who thanked the viewers around the world for all of their submitted votes for tonight's Slammys. "Coming up next, another winner will be announced as we..." Graves said before a voice could be heard coming from the microphone that was set up on the podium. Cameras showed a large, bald man out of breath, trying to speak quickly since he knew he would be taken away by security soon. "My dream is to be a WWE superstar and I've been hoping that with the 'New Era' would come new opportunities. I have gotten trained. I've been to NXT tryout camps before. I know everything that the WWE looks for and I know that I bring all of that and more to the table. All I'm asking for is just a shot. Just one chance!" the man said before security showed up to escort him out of the arena. He reached to the microphone to give his final words while holding onto the podium as if his life depended on it. "Please, WWE! Make it happen! I'll be here 24/7, 365 days a year! #TeamNoSleep because I don't get hyped! I stay hyped!" Security finally pried the man's hands off of the podium and took him to the backstage area and later on, the exit.
A graphic was shown promoting the announcement of Match of the Year, coming up next at the 2013 Slammy Awards!
Back from the commercial break, Michael Cole was shown at the podium on the stage, ready to hand out the second of three awards on the live broadcast. "We always tell everyone that when you tune into Monday Night RAW, Friday Night SmackDown, WrestleMania, SummerSlam and every other show that we bring to you, you're guaranteed the best from all of our superstars. You're guaranteed to witness something special that you will never forget. You're guaranteed Match of the Year candidates more than a handful times every year. However, only one match can hold the honor of being called the Match of the Year." The lights in the arena dimmed before the focus was shifted to the titantron. The audience's microphones were left on in the live broadcast to capture their reactions to the announcement. "In the End" by Black Veil Brides began playing while the finish to Paige and AJ Lee's Divas Title match at WrestleMania aired. That transitioned into their match in England, where AJ turned on Paige and defeated her to become Divas Champion. "For the first time ever, a Last Diva Standing match will take place at Extreme Rules for the Divas Title." The live audience in Dallas could be hearing cheering as the video package went on. Paige and AJ's Last Diva Standing match was highlighted in black and white, stopping before every bit spot, including the Paige Turner onto thumbtacks. Ultimately, AJ would leave victorious, but from that moment on, everything changed. The women's division changed. The fan reception to female superstars changed. AJ changed. Paige changed. WWE as a whole changed because of the 2013 Match of the Year, Paige vs. AJ Lee.
Back in the arena, the cheers in the crowd had not stopped as Michael Cole turned towards the microphone on the podium once again. "Ladies and gentlemen, the Slammy Award for 2013 Match of the Year goes to Last Diva Standing at Extreme Rules!" After Cole's announcement, AJ Lee's entrance music played as the brand new WWE Women's Champion made her way out to a standing ovation from the fans. AJ stopped for a moment on the stage, looking out at everyone who helped make history at the Slammys. AJ accepted the trophy and walked down to the ring, not in a celebratory mood judging from her facial expression. AJ stepped into the ring, holding a microphone in one hand and the Slammy in the other. "... Match of the Year. Two women. Match... Of... The... Year," AJ said softly. "You all actually voted for Last Diva Standing, the worst thing to happen to my career, as the Match of the Year." The crowd wasn't sure how to react since it didn't seem like AJ was very accepting of the honor. "... I don't know whether I want to choke out all of you, or hug you because you let a girl from New Jersey go from living in poverty to becoming a main eventer in an industry that used to laugh at women." AJ followed up by saying that she wished she could be more upbeat about the award, but after what happened at TLC, the Slammy is the last thing on her mind. "The woman who I'm supposed to share this award with pushed me off of a ladder, sent me through a table. Her cold, lifeless, dark and bloody eyes haunt the WWE now because Bray Wyatt did something to change her even more than Last Diva Standing did. And at Concrete Jungle, the Rematch of the Year happens... But forget about Concrete Jungle. Forget about Madison Square Garden. Hell, for just this one moment, forget about this precious, beautiful Women's Championship that I hold dearly to my heart because I want to rip Paige's out her chest right now. I don't care how many Wyatts you bring with you. Face. Me. Now." AJ set down both the microphone and the Slammy award, waiting for the arrival of The Wyatt Family. Instead, CM Punk's theme song sounded. The crowd came unglued for the Intercontinental Champion, who was also a victim of Bray Wyatt last night after his Tables, Ladders and Chairs match. Punk stepped into the ring and picked up the microphone, AJ confused and angered that he came out instead of Paige. "... You're not fighting them alone," Punk said to AJ. The Intercontinental Champion stood by the side of the Women's Champion, wanting to take on The Wyatts as well.
Seconds later, the signature of the daunting faction would hit, resulting in the lights shutting. When they came back on, Bray Wyatt was in the ring across from Punk, while Paige stood across from AJ. The camera got a closer look at Paige's eyes, still black with blood-red tears dried underneath them. Punk and AJ launched themselves towards their adversaries, Punk and Wyatt exchanging fists while Paige rammed AJ into a corner. AJ retaliated with repeated shots to the back of Paige, freeing herself before hitting 'The Anti-Diva' with elbow strikes. Punk and AJ seemed to be in control until Luke Harper and Erick Rowan emerged from underneath the ring, the remaining Wyatt Family members going after Punk. AJ tried to intervene, but was taken down by Paige, who grabbed her head and threw it against the top turnbuckle. Paige picked AJ up and brought her into the center of the ring, choking her while staring into her eyes. Paige then threw AJ towards Wyatt, who delivered Sister Abigail to her! While AJ was lying motionless on the canvas, Paige walked towards the Slammy award and picked it up. She stared deeply into the trophy that was as much hers as it was AJ's. Paige could see her reflection in the trophy, her own eyes staring back at her. She looked over her shoulder at Punk, who began stirring to his feet. It was at that moment when Paige took the Slammy and used it to hit Punk in the back of the head! The Intercontinental Champion crumbled to the mat, holding the back of his head that Paige very well could have split open. The ringside doctor quickly tended to Punk, placing a towel on the back of his head to control any blood that would soon be streaming from it. He called for more assistance to help AJ out of the ring while The Wyatts stood tall in the center. Bray Wyatt dropped to his knees, looking up at Paige while she looked down at him. "Sister..." Wyatt said to Paige before looking back towards the audience. "Follow! The buzzards!"
► ENZO AMORE & BIG CASS DEF. RY-BO: Moving on from the horrific scene involving The Wyatt Family, CM Punk and AJ Lee moments ago, fans were treated to a fun tag team rematch from SmackDown last Friday. After Big Cass threw Bo Rotundo out of the ring, he picked Enzo Amore up and assisted him with a Dropkick to Ryback. The duo followed up with a Cass-assisted Splash from Enzo, who covered Ryback for the victory. "How you doin'?" chants echoed throughout the American Airlines Center while Enzo and Cass headed to the back, Ryback starting to get back to his feet. That was when Bo slid into the ring with a microphone and a bag, trying to cheer up his partner. "Turn that frown upside down, big guy. Christmas is next week and right now, I and all of the very kind people here in Dallas want to help you get into the holiday spirit!" Bo then pulled a Santa hat out of his bag, placing it over Ryback's head. Bo took one out for himself, joyfully putting it on before trying to lead everyone in a song. "We wish you a Merry Christmas! We wish you a Merry Christmas! We wish you a Merry Christmas! And a Happy New..." Bo sang with Ryback just standing in the background. During Bo's last line, a returning Randy Orton slithered into the ring and delivered an RKO to Ryback! "'The Viper' is here in Dallas!" Corey Graves shouted on commentary. Bo immediately bolted out of the ring while Orton taunted Ryback before heading to the second rope to pose and get the fans hyped. Orton picked up the microphone that Bo left behind, asking if anyone missed him. "My apologies, Ry-Bo. You guys just happened to be in the line of fire when 'The Viper' was ready to plant someone's ass with an RKO!" The Dallas audience continued to go wild for Orton before he continued on. "Bo is right about one thing, sort of. It is an exciting time of the year, but not necessarily for the holidays. I know that Chris Jericho and Antonio Cesaro know what I'm talking about because they've already made it known that they plan on winning the Royal Rumble. It's just too bad for them and twenty-seven other superstars that Randy Orton is officially in the Rumble. 2013 isn't ending the way I had hoped, but 2014 can start off the right way. No matter what number I draw, every single person in the Royal Rumble is getting an RKO, thrown over the top rope and a front row seat to watch me become WWE Champion at WrestleMania!" Orton placed the microphone down and posed yet again, 'The Viper' staking his claim for the Royal Rumble match on January 26th.
Backstage, Derrick Bateman, Kaitlyn and the Hardcore Champion Baron Corbin were shown walking down a corridor as Bateman is set to take on Alberto Del Rio momentarily. Kaitlyn suddenly came to a stop, telling Bateman and Corbin that she would catch up with them. She headed off into her own direction, the camera following her into the trainer's room. One of the doctors present asked Kaitlyn how he could help her. "Um, just out of curiosity. Where's Sofia?" she asked. "Sofia was transported to a hospital nearby. Broken nose." A slight grin appeared on Kaitlyn's face before she asked a bizarre question. "How much blood was there." The doctor responded exactly how she had hoped. "... A lot." Kaitlyn's smile couldn't be wiped off of her face at that point. From Sofia's broken nose, to The Wyatt Family's attack on AJ Lee, to whatever is wrong with Paige, things couldn't be going any better for her. "That sounds very... Blissful," Kaitlyn said before heading out of the room.
► DERRICK BATEMAN W/ KAITLYN & HARDCORE CHAMPION BARON CORBIN DEF. ALBERTO DEL RIO: Possibly Alberto Del Rio's final chance at retribution against the man who made his life hell ever since the Extreme Gauntlet two weeks ago. Del Rio lost his focus towards the end of the match when Baron Corbin stepped onto the ring apron. 'The Mexican Aristocrat' went for a Superkick, but Corbin evaded it. Derrick Bateman rolled Del Rio up for a two count, Del Rio getting onto his knees afterwards. Bateman charged his knee into the head of Del Rio, giving him the opening that he needed to deliver the One Percenter and get the victory. Bateman stood tall over Del Rio, Corey Graves mentioned that the half-owner just pinned a former WWE Champion. "And if he can pin the current champion at Concrete Jungle on December 29th, who knows what will become of this place?" questioned Mauro Ranallo. Bateman has the momentum on his side as he looks to capture his first WWE Championship in Madison Square Garden
In the parking lot area, New Day were shown getting ready to leave the American Airlines Center, clapping and chanting per usual. "Ayy we want some New Day!" they yelled out repeatedly before stopping themselves, looking off to the side. The WWE Tag Team Champions, The Alpha Wolves, stepped into the picture, Davey Richards telling the trio that they heard the challenge issued to them earlier tonight. "We're fighting champs, boys. If you want a shot at the Tag Team Titles, you don't have to call us names, dance around in the ring and gloat about what you plan on doing. Ask and the chance to be upstaged is all yours," Eddie Edwards said, all New Day members scoffing at him. "Listen here, two first names," Big E said to the champions. "The team that you beat last night won Tag Team of the Year, so that says a lot about what everyone thinks of you two," Big E stated, Kofi Kingston making a 'burn' gesture with his finger. "Alright then. It's settled. Tag Team Title match on SmackDown," Edwards said, which New Day were hesitant about. "Yeah... How many days notice is that?" Big E asked his partners candidly. "Four. I think. Yeah, four," Woods said, Big E then stating that they're going to need at least five days to prepare. "But because there isn't a show in five days, we're good with seven." New Day exited the scene, Richards and Edwards figuring that the trio wouldn't be as brave as they appeared in their promo earlier in the night. The Alpha Wolves defend the WWE Tag Team Championships against New Day, next Monday night on RAW!
Returning to Monday Night RAW for the final segment of the night, Michael Cole was ready to present the third and final Slammy Award of the evening. "Every year, the award that the Slammys are centered around is Superstar of the Year. Every member of the WWE roster gives it their all every night they step into that ring, and now is the time to honor them. And for the first time ever, there are no gender distinctions in this category. Men and women are on the ballot, but only one can take home the prize." After Cole's introduction for the award, a video package began playing. The video started off with highlights of Dusty Rhodes, which led into clips of Goldust. The video faded to black before going to a shot of Cody Rhodes standing in a ring by himself. "Counting Stars" by OneRepublic sounded to go along with highlights of Rhodes' year, including his becoming of WWE Champion on July 29th in Atlanta, Georgia. All throughout 2013, Rhodes has established himself as the face of WWE, and now, the Superstar of the Year.
Cutting back to the arena, the fans in attendance were already on their feet, applauding the recipient of the award while Michael Cole proudly brought him out. "The 2013 Superstar of the Year... Cody Rhodes!" The crowd erupted as Rhodes stepped out onto the stage, shaking Cole's hand before hugging him and claiming the Slammy Award. 'The Prince of Pro Wrestling' raised the trophy while walking towards the ring, doing what Wrestling Royalty did earlier and taking the time to greet the fans in the front row. "Congratulations. You earned this," Corey Graves said to Rhodes when the latter showed his appreciation for everyone at ringside. Rhodes finally entered the ring, his theme music silencing before he went to speak. "What a year, huh?" Rhodes asked the Dallas audience, everyone giving him another ovation. When Rhodes went to continue his speech, he stopped as a new chant arose. "You deserve it! You deserve it!" Rhodes was taken aback by the chants, taking his time to process everything before moving on. "I'd like to think that I deserve this. I'd like to think that I deserve every bit of good that's happened to me this year. I was in a headlining match at WrestleMania in front of over 80,000 people. I married the woman of my dreams. I became the WWE Champion in my hometown in front of my family. 2013 has been something else. Yes, there were some bumps along the way. Bray Wyatt... Brock Lesnar... AJ Styles... But even through it all, you all never left my side. You supported me every step of the way and I want to thank you because none of this would have been possible. Something that Ted DiBiase and Joe Hennig said earlier rang true and I want to reiterate it. When you come into this industry with your last name already established, people are expecting big things from you. Especially someone like myself, who grew up being known simply as Dusty Rhodes' son. And now, the Rhodes are the only family in professional wrestling to have two generations of World Champions." Rhodes went on to say that creating his own identity is what he's most proud of as a performer because no one thought he'd ever be able to do it. "I've got the WWE Championship reign to prove that I did it, and now, this Slammy Award to back it up. Thank you very much. Have a wonderful night," Rhodes told the Dallas fans before placing his microphone down, taking a bow in the center of the ring.
After Cody Rhodes' acceptance speech, the lights in the arena shut. Piano notes could be heard playing over the PA system, leading into a powerful vocal melody.
"Glorious! No, I won't give in. I won't give in 'till I'm victorious. And I will defend, I will defend!"
When the name flashed on the titantron, every single person in the American Airlines Center went ballistic. "Are! You! Kidding! Me?!?" Corey Graves shouted over his headset as soon as Bobby Roode made his way out to the stage. Cody Rhodes could be seen in the ring with a blank expression, perhaps the only person in the building who wasn't losing it over the sight of Roode in a WWE arena. "One of the biggest names on the free agency list who has never made his mark in WWE! Bobby Roode is on RAW!" Mauro Ranallo said while Roode made his way down to the ring. The lights in the arena were fully back on, everything now clear to the viewers. Cody Rhodes and Bobby Roode were standing face-to-face in a WWE ring. Roode took a microphone for himself, asking Rhodes if he's surprised. "Because I can't tell if you're shocked, angry, all of the above or just can't believe that someone better than you is right in front you." The fans continued to go wild for Roode. "... I come out here to accept my Slammy and I end up with Bobby Roode literally walking through the doors and telling me how he's better than a former WWE Champion. World Heavyweight Champion. Intercontinental Champion." Roode cut Rhodes off. "Okay, Cody. I don't need you to name every title you've won because I know exactly what you've accomplished, just like you know what I've done in this business without even stepping foot in a WWE ring until now. And why is that I'm just now standing here on RAW? Austin Aries said earlier it was all about timing for him, well it was all about money for me. Vince McMahon never had my price. Triple H never did. None of the McMahons were willing to hand Bobby Roode a check with more zeros than I can count on one hand, but Derrick Bateman did. Cars with bags of money are still driving to my house because Bateman knew what it would cost for WWE to snag the hottest free agent in professional wrestling. And now, here I am." Rhodes put his microphone back up to his mouth, telling Roode that none of that answers his biggest question. "What are you doing out here during my moment?" Roode told Rhodes that he wasn't looking to start anywhere in WWE but right at the top. "And what better way to do that than to come face-to-face with the guy who's been touted nonstop as the future of this industry, because what happens to the future when the 'It Factor' shows up? He fades away because I am the true gem of the WWE now. You're the 'Prince of Pro Wrestling?' I'm the damn king. That Slammy Award is the only one you'll see because I'm the 2014 Superstar of the Year, The 2015 Superstar of the Year. The 2016 Superstar of the Year. I'm the Superstar of the Year until I decide that I'm tired of having people tell me how great I am, which is never going to happen." Rhodes proceeded to tell Roode that for someone with as much experience as he does, he doesn't seem to understand that number one rule of professional wrestling. "Don't tell people how good you are. Show them," Rhodes said, which Roode took as a challenge. "You want a match with me?" Roode asked. "I want a match with you. I'm sure that everyone watching right now wants to see this match, and I think I know just the place because we've got a show in Madison Square Garden coming up." The crowd popped heavily for Rhodes' suggestion, the 'Prince of Pro Wrestling' extending his hand. "All you have to do, Roode, is shake my hand and the biggest match of your career takes place at Concrete Jungle." Without hesitating, Roode shook Rhodes' hand to make the match official. The final shot of Monday Night RAW was Rhodes and Roode staring each other down, a dream match that no one knew would ever happen set for Concrete Jungle in Madison Square Garden.
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Post by Planktung on Aug 23, 2016 22:41:14 GMT -5
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Post by Planktung on Aug 24, 2016 22:58:46 GMT -5
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Post by tg11 on Aug 26, 2016 10:35:06 GMT -5
- Starting off the Slammy Awards RAW show with the now former WWE Divas Champion Sofia Cortez who was well on her way last night to becoming WWE Women's Champion last night at TLC in the Tables, Ladders and Chairs Match before Alexa Bliss was added into the match at the last minute and it then ended up turning into a Triple Threat TLC Match for the WWE Women's Championship but Sofia being in a bad mood because she lost makes sense but how she can blame Alexa Bliss for that makes no sense but AJ Lee is the WWE Women's Champion but instead of challenging AJ for the title right on the spot she wants Alexa Bliss and then cue Kaitlyn who comes out and the announcement being made that it will be Sofia vs Alexa Bliss but in a #1 Contender's Match for the WWE Women's Championship at the WWE Live PPV Special Concrete Jungle well I am looking forward to this
- Sofia Cortez beating Nikki Bella...Sofia now has momentum heading into Concrete Jungle especially now because I would have expected Alexa Bliss to either cost Sofia Cortez the match ensuring that Nikki would steal the victory or that she would come out and attack Sofia causing the DQ but then cue backstage just as Sofia is looking for Bliss she walks right into a trap that Alexa set up and Alexa blindsides Sofia with a steel chair I mean it looks like after this heading into Concrete Jungle Bliss just may be in the driver's seat
- Wrestling Royalty winning Tag Team of the Year...now this is a surprising choice I would have thought that the current WWE Tag Team Champions The Alpha Wolves would have won this Slammy Award but seeing DiBiase & Hennig win this award I mean it makes sense I guess I mean they were the longest reigning WWE Tag Team Champions in history at 377 days but then what I definitely did not expect was Ted DiBiase making his announcement the announcement that he is going to retire...try shocking but then just as the moment couldn't get any more emotional and just when Wrestling Royalty are about to go their separate ways and say goodbye they are attacked by a debuting tag team...Dash and Dawson they are from NXT or they were but what the hell are they doing here? Or better yet why would they attack DiBiase & Hennig?
- Dash & Dawson if they are here to revive tag team wrestling then why not attack the current WWE Tag Team Champions Eddie Edwards & Davey Richards? Why go after DiBiase & Hennig? I wonder if after this if Wrestling Royalty are truly done as a tag team or was this just a set up for a final program for them as a tag team to face the new tag team on the block in Dash & Dawson?
- Another debut happening right here at the Slammy Awards...Braun Strowman making his debut and he completely destroys a jobber didn't just beat this jobber but destroyed him with ease with relative ease mind you I mean Strowman is not just a monster he's a freak of nature and after this match I mean he may as well have put the WWE the whole entire WWE on notice
- Contract signing for the WWE Championship between the WWE Champion AJ Styles and Derrick Bateman for WWE Concrete Jungle ending in chaos as it ends in these 2 going at it and Bateman getting the better of Styles busting him open leaving AJ Styles laying I mean after that I wonder if Derrick Bateman just may in fact become the next WWE Champion? I mean Styles he did bring up a few good points during the Contract Signing that no one even knew who he was much less his name a few months ago more or less Bateman was a nobody until one night he climbed a ladder and grabbed a briefcase and became Mr. Money in the Bank but did he cash in that briefcase? He didn't because he got injured but Bateman only has himself to blame for that and honestly Bateman they may have seen him as the future but he wasn't the future AJ Styles was and still is hell he is the WWE Champion something that Bateman isn't but either way I can't wait to see this match happen at Concrete Jungle
- Jericho the 10-time WWE Intercontinental Champion in this diary is returning at the 2014 Royal Rumble PPV officially announced as the first entrant for the Royal Rumble Match...using the King of my World theme by Saliva I hope Jericho uses that theme when he comes back at the Royal Rumble but I wonder which other big names will enter into the 30-Man Royal Rumble Match?
- The New Day just keep gaining even more momentum as a group especially considering last night they did the unthinkable and beat John Cena the 13 time WWE Champion in a 3 on 1 Handicap Match last night at TLC which I still can't even believe but The New Day whether we like it or not they are a unit they are here to stay and they certainly proved that when they beat Cena and now they beat the PTP & Gabriel in 6 man Tag Team action I mean who can stop The New Day? Can anyone?
- Debuts galore here on RAW tonight...another WWE debut and none other than Austin Aries The Greatest Man Who Ever Lived and Aries if anyone hasn't watched his work in TNA or in ROH is going to be wowed and he shows up in a WWE ring but he debuts none other than right here at the Slammy Awards right on MizTV interrupting the WWE United States Champion The Miz & Maryse...thank God for that but then just as Aries and Miz are having their back and forth banter with each other it eventually leads up to Miz attacking Aries and then Daniel Bryan of all people making the save for Aries...I wonder if after that if it will lead to Aries facing Miz for the WWE United States Championship?
- It seems the Rusev/Cole feud with Lana being right smack dab in the middle of it it seems like this feud continues to get more personal by the minute especially ever since Lana turned on Rusev in favor of Cole but then Rusev going after Cole & Lana I mean it is pretty obvious that it is leading or will lead to a match again between these 2 and if it happens it will happen right at WWE Concrete Jungle
- Seth Rollins beating Neville...I mean Rollins continues to gain momentum now doesn't he especially now that he is the new #1 Contender for the WWE Championship considering he beat Dean Ambrose last night at TLC in that #1 Contender's Match for the WWE Championship...well Rollins had a major assist from the former Leader of the Committee the former WWE COO Triple H who pretty much attacked Ambrose which set up Rollins to take the victory and just as Rollins beats Neville here he is with Triple H again it makes me wonder the connection that these 2 have? Are they in cahoots together? What is going on? I wonder if Triple H has decided to take Rollins under his wing? If he has then this sort of reminds me of Ric Flair taking Triple H under his wing and Ric Flair pretty much becoming Triple H's valet/best friend which eventually caused them to form Evolution with Batista and Orton and this reminds me of Triple H/Flair but this time Triple H is the Flair to Rollins' Triple H if that makes any sense
- Who was the mystery person that was grabbed and taken away by security?
- As for Match of the Year...Last Diva Standing for the WWE Divas Championship between AJ Lee and Paige winning I mean that match was probably the most brutal the most violent match that I have ever seen for a Divas Match and it wins the Slammy for Match of the Year I mean it makes sense because it was a classic but at the same time it was downright brutal but seeing AJ Lee the WWE Women's Champion come out to accept the award but then it turning into her calling out Paige I mean it makes sense given what happened last night at TLC but then it eventually leading into Punk the WWE Intercontinental Champion coming out and fighting alongside AJ only for the Wyatts to come out with Paige and it leading into the Wyatt Family laying waste to both Punk and AJ I mean who can stop The Wyatt Family at this point? Can anybody stop them?
- Enzo & Cass beating Ry-Bo I mean Enzo & Cass I wonder if after this win if they will be thrown into the conversation as far as the WWE Tag Team Championship picture is concerned especially considering they just beat Ryback and Bo Dallas? But then cue Orton who shows up and RKO's Ryback with Bo Dallas getting the heck out of sight and Orton throwing his name into the Royal Rumble Match...Orton has to be considered a favorite he is a former Royal Rumble Match winner he won the whole thing back in 2009 so he has to be considered one of the favorites if not the favorite to win it all but Jericho is already there and so is Cesaro so it makes me wonder which other big names will throw their name into the Royal Rumble Match?
- So Kaitlyn is in cahoots then with Alexa Bliss? It all makes sense now but then I wonder if Kaitlyn then will all of a sudden turn on Bliss and set herself up for becoming WWE Women's Champion?
- Derrick Bateman the half-owner of WWE beating Del Rio...I mean not without help because Corbin obviously was distracting Del Rio and Bateman took advantage but I don't even think Bateman can win a match on his own because take away Kaitlyn take away Corbin what good is Bateman anyway on his own? Not very good and I can't wait for AJ Styles the WWE Champion to expose Bateman for who and what he really is at WWE Concrete Jungle because let's face it Bateman is was and never will be as good as AJ Styles hell not even on his best day could he beat AJ Styles especially one on one mano e mano cleanly in the ring
- The New Day vs The Alpha Wolves for the WWE Tag Team Championships...I mean if anyone is a threat to Eddie Edwards & Davey Richards' WWE Tag Team Championships it is The New Day and since this match is happening on RAW I wonder if we could end up seeing brand new WWE Tag Team Champions?
- Final debut of the evening...just as Cody Rhodes wins Superstar of the Year just as he is about to accept his award he is interrupted by none other than the debuting Bobby Roode the It Factor of professional wrestling I am in shock Bobby Roode is in a WWE ring and he is face to face with none other than Cody Rhodes but this leading to a Roode/Rhodes match at Concrete Jungle I wonder who will be the babyface in this feud? Or who will be the heel in this feud?
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Post by Planktung on Aug 27, 2016 16:54:12 GMT -5
December 18th, 2013 - Following the signature WWE intro, the NXT commentary duo of Rob Naylor and Josh Barnett were shown in an empty Full Sail Arena to present a special edition of NXT on ION Television. "Over the next three weeks, we're going to take a look back at the championship scenes for all three of NXT's crown jewels. The NXT Championship, the NXT Women's Championship and the titles that we will be starting off with tonight, the NXT Tag Team Championships," Naylor said. Barnett started off by looking back at the start of 2013 for the tag team division. "Coming into the year, we had Corey Graves and Jake Carter reigning supreme over a division that had yet to be fully established. They took note of the lack of competition and decided to issue an open challenge at NXT ArRival in February. The challenge was open to any tag team around the world, and they were certainly were not let down by the two men who answered the call."
NXT ARRIVAL - THE ALPHA WOLVES DEF. COREY GRAVES & JAKE CARTER TO WIN THE NXT TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIPS: Before the bell could even be sounded, Corey Graves and Jake Carter ran towards The Alpha Wolves, but Eddie Edwards and Davey Richards were able to pull the top rope down, sending the champions over and out onto floor. Edwards and Richards then ran the ropes, delivering simultaneous Suicide Dives onto their opponents. Edwards got the crowd fired up while Richards stood on the barricade, looking out into the NXT Universe. "This is truly incredible," said Michael Cole, responding to the overwhelming reaction for the debuting Alpha Wolves. Richards rolled Graves into the ring, the match officially starting. Graves was placed in a corner as Richards unloaded with repeated kicks to his chest. Richards backed into the opposite corner, charging into Graves with a running forearm. He made the tag to Edwards, who launched himself over the top rope with a somersault onto Graves. Edwards got the cover, but not the victory. He then attempted a Springboard Moonsault, but Graves was able to move out of harm's way and caught Edwards with a Clothesline. Graves made the tag to Carter, who stomped on Edwards for a bit. He then attempted a Suplex, but Edwards landed on his feet and planted Carter with a release German Suplex. Carter stumbled to his feet in a corner, Edwards striking with repeated knife edge chops. He tried to whip Carter into the opposite corner, but the strength of one-half of the NXT Tag Team Champions wouldn't allow it. Carter brought Edwards closer to him, delivering an uppercut. Carter then was looking to strike with a Clothesline, but Edwards dodged it and hit a Backdrop Driver. Edwards made the tag to Richards, who climbed onto the top rope and came down with a double Foot Stomp! Richards got the cover, but Graves was able to make the save. Edwards stepped into the ring as Graves returned to his apron. "Graves and Carter wanted competition and they're a hell of a lot of it right now," said Byron Saxton on commentary. After both men got to their feet, Carter delivering a heavy strikes to Richards. Richards retaliated with one of his own as the two engaged in a fist fight. Richards was able to beak the sequence by leaping into the air and catching Carter with a headbutt. Carter stumbled into the ropes as Richards charged at him, but Carter managed to send him out over his head. Richards landed on the ring apron, hitting Carter with a kick when he turned around. Richards returned to the top rope, delivering an Elbow Drop to Jake Carter for the two count. Richards called for a Superkick, but Carter was able to catch his foot. Richards, however, responded with an Enziguri before being able to follow up with a Superkick. He got the cover, but Carter barely managed to kick out. As Richards was attempting a Springobard DDT, Carter countered it and planted him with a huge Spinebuster. Carter made the tag to Graves, who came in an attempted to apply the 13th Step submission hold. Richards managed to reach the bottom rope before the hold could be fully executed. Richards caught Graves with a kick to his knee before making the tag to Eddie Edwards. The other half of the Alpha Wolves came in hot, taking Graves down with repeated Clotheslines. He then delivered a running Dropkick to Carter before hitting Graves with a running double knee strike in a corner. Edwards then delivered a Tiger Suplex with the bridge, but Graves managed to kick out in time. Edwards would look for a Fisherman Suplex, but Graves countered it into a Neckbreaker. After Edwards kicked out, Graves whipped him into a corner. Carter held Edwards by his arms as the official shouted at the defending champions, Graves charging towards Edwards. However, he was able to move out of the way and Graves inadvertently struck Carter! Davey Richards then stepped into the ring, leaping over the ring post and onto Carter! Back in the ring, Graves got a roll up with a handful of tights, but Edwards was able to kick out. After both men stood to their feet, Edwards caught Graves with a Superkick, who turned around and received another one from Richards! Edwards then placed Graves in position for a Powerbomb as Richards ascended to the top rope. They then hit Graves with a sick Powerbomb/Double Knee Backbreaker combination, Edwards getting the cover for the win and the championships!
Still images from NXT TakeOver: Forever - Jushin 'Thunder' Liger making his entrance, Tyler Breeze, Michael Bennett, Chris Masters and Maria Kanellis taking a group selfie in the ring, Portia Perez and Nicole Matthews defeating Billie Kay and Peyton Royce, and Pentagon snapping the arm of Solomon Crowe.
Returning to NXT on ION Television, Rob Naylor and Josh Barnett commented on the impressive debut of The Alpha Wolves at NXT ArRival. "In their first NXT match, they won the NXT Tag Team Championship, and then just a few months later at Unison, they captured the WWE Tag Team Championships in their first match for those titles." After Eddie Edwards and Davey Richards claimed the NXT Tag Team Championships, they decided to offer any tag team in the world the same opportunity that they had, this issuing an open challenge at NXT TakeOver in May. Christopher Daniels and Frankie Kazarian, collectively known as The Addiction, would be the first to answer the challenge, but they were not the two superstars who received the championship match.
NXT TAKEOVER - THE ALPHA WOLVES VS. FINN BALOR & HIDEO ITAMI ENDED IN A DOUBLE DISQUALIFICATION: The audience in Full Sail University could not have been any hotter for this opening contest that saw international stars, Hideo Itami and Finn Balor, make their NXT debuts after appearing at WrestleMania XXIX and promising to make an impact in WWE. With the reactions split right down the middle, both teams threw everything that they had at each other. The Alpha Wolves nearly picked up the victory after Richards made the tag to Edwards, who knocked Balor off of the ring ring apron. Edwards placed Itami in position for a Brainbuster, hitting it while Richards delivered a kick to the back of Itami's head. Edwards got the cover, but surprisingly, Itami managed to kick out! The defending NXT Tag Team Champions then called for their finishing sequence of the Backstabber/Powerbomb combination. As Richards stood on the top rope, Balor pushed him off before Itami countered Edwards' Powerbomb into a Hurricanrana. As Edwards staggered back into the center of the ring, Itami delivered a Roundhouse Kick. Edwards tried to get to his feet as Balor stepped onto the top rope, looking to strike with his Foot Stomp. However, that was not to be as Christopher Daniels and Frankie Kazarian, who were denied this title opportunity, hit the ring. Kazarian pushed Balor off the top rope and onto Richards as Daniels slid into the ring and attacked Itami, causing the double disqualification finish.
As a result of the double disqualification outcome, Finn Balor and Hideo Itami would receive a rematch for the NXT Tag Team Championships three weeks later.
NXT ON ION TELEVISION, JUNE 19TH 2013 - FINN BALOR & HIDEO ITAMI DEF. THE ALPHA WOLVES TO WIN THE NXT TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIPS: The NXT Universe's thunderous chant of "This is awesome!" was the only way that this match could be described. The Alpha Wolves, Hideo Itami and Finn Balor took each other to the limit in what was one of NXT's best matches thus far on television. After Hideo Itami ran off of the ring apron with a Dropkick Eddie Edwards, Finn Balor dodged a Roundhouse Kick from Davey Richards and planted him with an inverted Bloody Sunday! "Balor's going up top!" said Jason Alberts on commentary as the crowd came unglued for what was about to come. Balor then descended with a Double Foot Stomp to the chest of Richards, covering him for the victory!
Still images from NXT TakeOver: Forever - Sasha Banks' entrance, Hideo Itami setting Jushin 'Thunder' Liger up for the Go To Sleep, The Addiction's Texas-theme entrance, and Kevin Owens powerbombing Sami Zayn onto a barbed wire board.
Back on the air, Rob Naylor and Josh Barnett moved towards the second half of the year where Finn Balor and Hideo Itami, The Alpha Wolves and The Addiction found themselves embroiled in a three-way rivalry over the NXT Tag Team Champions. It all culminated in a Triple Threat match for the gold at NXT TakeOver: Revision.
NXT TAKEOVER: REVISION - THE ADDICTION DEF. FINN BALOR & HIDEO ITAMI, AND THE ALPHA WOLVES TO WIN THE NXT TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIPS: The Alpha Wolves were the first to make their entrances, bringing the NXT Universe members in the Full Sail Arena to their feet. "It was six months ago when Eddie Edwards and Davey Richards debuted in NXT to defeat Jake Carter and myself for the Tag Team Championships. I know first hand just how good these guys are, and if I'm being honest right now, I'm rolling with The Alpha Wolves as my picks," Corey Graves said, predicting that Edwards and Richards will reclaim the gold. New theme music for The Addiction, "Bad Man" by Squid the Whale, hit as Christopher Daniels and Frankie Kazarian marched down the ring, or rather strut in the case of Daniels. The only duo in this match who have never held the NXT Tag Team Championships had the opportunity to change all of that in this match. Speaking of the Tag Team Titles, the current title holders, Finn Balor and Hideo Itami, made their entrance last to a thunderous response from the NXT Universe. The rules for this bout were slightly altered from a typical Triple Threat Tag Team match. Rather than two competitors being allowed in the ring at once, three would. Balor, Richards and Daniels started things off, the latter superstar voicing his opinion on the other two. Balor and Richards responded by delivering duel-kicks to the mid-section of Daniels, following that up by hitting a double-team Suplex. Daniels rolled out of the ring as Richards tried to sneak in a roll up on Balor, unable to get the victory then. Balor got to his feet and traded kicks to the legs with Richards, the latter getting the better of him. Richards hit a running Dropkick to Balor, sending him to the outside. Richards then stepped onto the top rope, diving down onto both Balor and Daniels. Richards rolled Daniels into the ring, covering him for a two count. When Balor re-entered the ring, he made the tag to Itami, who charged at both Richards and Daniels with a Clothesline. Daniels ran towards his corner, making the tag to Kazarian. Immediately, Kazarian caught Itami's leg during a kick attempt, Richards charging into him with a Yakuza Kick. He got the cover on Kazarian, only for Itami to break it up. Richards retaliated against Itami with a few quick slaps to the face before making the tag to Eddie Edwards, who springboarded off of the top rope and connected with a forearm to Itami. Edwards attempted to get the cover, but Kazarian rolled him up for a two count. Edwards dodged a strike from Kazarian, delivering a German Suplex into a corner. Edwards stepped to the side as Itami charged into Kazarian with a running Dropkick. Edwards would then connect with a Superkick to Itami, covering him for the near fall. Edwards made the tag to Richards again, the two setting Itami up for the Powerbomb/Backbreaker combination. Itami, however, fought back with strikes to Edwards, freeing himself and getting the opening that he needed to tag in Balor. In came Balor with a Slingblade to Edwards before jumping onto the top rope, grounding Richards with a Hurricanrana! Balor was thinking Coup De Grâce at that moment, but Daniels, who was tagged in by Kazarian, pushed him off. Daniels attempted a split-legged Moonsault, but Richards moved out of harm's way. Daniels was down on both of his knees, Richards backing up and charging at him with a Superkick! He connected it right onto the side of Daniels' head, covering him. Unfortunately for The Alpha Wolves, Balor launched himself over the top rope, landing his elbow onto the back of Richards' head. Balor placed Richards onto his shoulders, making the tag to Itami. The former Pro Wrestling NOAH star ran towards Richards with a kick to the side of his head, Balor following up with a Cradle Shock. Itami covered Richards, only for Daniels to stop him from getting the win off of it. Kazarian pulled Balor out from underneath the ring, the two proceeding to brawl near the barricade. Edwards slid into the ring as he and Richards briefly looked over at Balor and Kazarian before glaring at each other and nodding. The Alpha Wolves then launched themselves out of the ring with Suicide Dives onto both Balor and Kazarian! Back in the ring, Itami placed Daniels onto the top rope in a unique position, facing the audience. Itami began to step up to the second rope, placing Daniels onto his shoulders for what looked to nearly be a Burning Hammer from the top rope. Daniels, however, raked the eyes of Itami, freeing himself for the maneuver's position. Daniels hooked both of Itami's arms together, delivering Angel's Wings from the top rope! Daniels covered Itami as Balor quickly slid into the ring, but was too late by that point to prevent the official from making the three count.
Still to come tonight, an exclusive interview that Corey Graves conducted with Becky Lynch less than twenty-four hours after her star-making performance at NXT TakeOver: Forever this past Saturday evening.
Still images from NXT TakeOver: Forever - Bayley and Sasha Banks hugging, Adam Cole victorious after his match against Kyle O'Reilly, Kazuchika Okada's entrance, Chris Sabin and Alex Shelley in the audience, and Sami Zayn's becoming of NXT Champion.
Returning to Full Sail University, Rob Naylor and Josh Barnett recapped the build-up to the final match that will be highlighted tonight. After Finn Balor and Hideo Itami failed to retain the Tag Team Championships at TakeOver: Revision, Itami would turn his back on Balor and join forces with Paul Heyman. After Balor successfully defeated Itami in the main event of WWE/NXT Unison, Balor set his sights on the NXT Championship while also noting that he still had a rematch clause for the Tag Team Titles. The Addiction took notice of Balor's comments and cost him a match against Tyler Breeze in the No.1 Contenders tournament. Balor chose to invoke his rematch clause against The Addiction at TakeOver: Forever, choosing an unorthodox tag team partner. A woman who he helped break into the industry over a decade ago, Becky Lynch. Christopher Daniels and Frankie Kazarian laughed at the thought of defending their championships in front of over 15,000 people against a female, but as the world saw on Saturday, Becky rose to the occasion and showed why she is destined to be one of the top players in 2014 for NXT.
NXT TAKEOVER: FOREVER - THE ADDICTION DEF. FINN BALOR & BECKY LYNCH TO RETAIN THE NXT TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIPS: After the completion of the video package, the lights would shut in the Toyota Center as Finn Balor's theme music began playing. Not portraying the Demon on this night, Balor was shown on the stage when the music fully kicked in with Becky Lynch standing next to him, the two sporting matching leather jackets. When they finally turned around, it was revealed that they were also wearing Becky's steampunk goggles. Becky's mouth just about dropped to the floor when she finally saw the amount of people in the arena, something she had never experienced before. "Holy shit," was the phrase that could be deciphered from her lips, Balor responding with, "It's a lot different from home, right?" The duo would then lead the Houston audience in the arm-raising routine associated with a certain part of Balor's music. Balor and Becky finally stepped into the ring that they planned on leaving tonight as the NXT Tag Team Champions. Speaking the Tag Titles, the current champions' entrance music would soon hit to a mixed reaction from the fans. Christopher Daniels and Frankie Kazarian stepped out onto the stage wearing western clothing that resembled Woody from Toy Story, only with the NXT Tag Team Championships as their belt buckles. The two of them walked towards opposite sides of the stage, eventually turning around and staging a Mexican standoff with their hands in the shape of guns. Instead of pretending to pull the triggers on each other, they turned towards Balor and Becky, doing so to them. The Addiction then broke into their usual antics, Daniels swiveling his hips and thrusting at some of the fans in the front row. The champions handed over their titles to the official before the pre-match introductions began. When the bell sounded, Balor and Daniels would be the two to start things off. Balor would go behind Daniels, pushing him into a corner before attempting a roll up. Daniels managed to hold onto the ropes, Balor charging at him and running into an elbow. Daniels stepped onto the second rope and leaped off, only for Balor to kick in the mid-section. Balor dropped one-half of the Tag Team Champions with a Snap Suplex, covering him for a one count. Daniels rose to his feet when Balor went for a kick, 'The Fallen Angel' stopping him. "Tag her in!" Daniels shouted Balor, who looked back at Becky with the crowd cheering. "Daniels' obviously still upset about the Appletini," Josh Barnett said before Balor complied and made the tag to Becky. 'The Lass Kicker' came in, trying to kick Daniels before her foot was caught. "You! Soiled! My! Apple! Tini!" Daniels screamed before Becky delivered an Enziguri! Becky rolled Daniels up for a two count, nearly shocking the world at that moment. Becky got to her feet and ran towards Daniels, only to be sent over his head with a Back Body Drop. Daniels placed Becky in The Addiction's corner, stomping on her once before tagging in Kazarian. He also drove his foot into Becky's collarbone prior to tagging Daniels back in. The Tag Team Champions continued the cycle of punishing Becky until the official put an end to their tactics, forcing Kazarian to stay in the match. Kazarian delivered a Vertical Suplex to Becky before getting a two count off of her. Kazarian placed Becky in a rest holder, making sure to face Balor and show him how dominant The Addiction were thus far in the battle against Becky. Balor and the fans clapped their hands together in support for Becky, willing her on to stand up and fight back against Kazarian with elbows to the mid-section. Becky broke free and tried to run against the ropes, but Kazarian grabbed her by the hair and pulled her down to the mat. The official scolded Kazarian for the hair-pulling, one-half of the defending champions not caring at all. Kazarian placed Becky on the top rope, looking for a Suplex from up high. 'The Lass Kicker' was resilient and struck Kazarian with enough right hand shots to get him off of the ropes. Becky leaped off and drove both of her knees into Kazarian's shoulders, covering him for a two count! Becky quickly ran towards Daniels, knocking him off of the apron with an elbow strike. Becky then ran up to Kazarian, executing a Tilt-a-Whirl Headscissors into the turnbuckles. Kazarian staggered back into the center of the ring, only to be planted with a Dragon Suplex! Fortunately for The Addiction, Kazarian was able to kick out just in time! Becky kept Kazarian face-down on the canvas, looking for the Disarmer until Daniels slid into the ring and kicked her in the face. Balor intervened and delivered the Sling Blade to Daniels, returning to the ring apron and asking Becky for the tag. She complied, bringing Balor into the match. Balor Dropkicked Daniels out of the ring before sending Kazarian over as well. Both Addiction members stirred to their feet when Balor glanced over to Becky, asking if she was good to go. "Hell yeah," she said to him while catching her breath. The two Irish natives then ran the ropes and simultaneously leaped out of the ring with Tope Con Hilos! Just about everyone in the Toyota Center rose to their feet and showed their appreciation for the action. Balor rolled Kazarian into the ring, ascending to the top rope for Coup De Grâce. Daniels, however, pushed him off before extending his hand out to Kazarian, who made the tag. Daniels brought Balor back up to his feet for the Angel's Wings, but Balor tossed him over and onto the mat. Balor ran towards Kazarian with a Dropkick before doing the same to Daniels. Kazarian tried to get involved any way he could, grabbing Balor's foot from underneath the bottom rope. Becky would make her way over to that side of the ring, jumping from the apron and taking Kazarian out with a Blockbuster! Balor grabbed Daniels by the head but was rolled into a small package for a two count. Both men were back on their feet and charged at each other. Daniels failed to connect with a Clothesline, allowing Balor to catch him with the Pele Kick! When Daniels turned around, Becky was right there waiting for him, lifting him off of the mat for a Brainbuster! "This is it!" Rob Naylor yelled out as Balor climbed onto the top rope yet again, successfully hitting Coup De Grâce! "You win this for us! Go! Go!" Balor said to Becky while tagging her in, 'The Lass Kicker' rushing to make the cover onto Daniels! "1! 2!" There was no three count to be made, however, as Kazarian pulled the referee out! Houston was ready for a celebration, but Balor and Becky were still at that moment not yet the NXT Tag Team Champions. Balor ran the ropes and went for a Suicide Dive onto Kazarian, but missed and hit the barricade with the top of his head. Unsure of what to do next, Becky picked Daniels up before Kazarian rolled back into the ring. Becky fended off both Addiction members for as long as she could before attempting to take them down with Clotheslines. Becky, however, ended up running into Superkicks! Kazarian brought Becky up, the duo hitting her with Celebrity Rehab! Kazarian made sure that Balor wouldn't get up while Daniels pinned Becky, good enough to get the win.
After the highlights of the incredible match from NXT TakeOver: Forever completed, the live feed transitioned to an interview that Corey Graves conducted with Becky Lynch on Sunday afternoon at TLC: Tables, Ladders and Chairs. "First of all, Becky, I just wanted to congratulate you on an incredible showing last night against The Addiction. You didn't win the NXT Tag Team Championships like you hoped, but you certainly won the respect and admiration of everyone who watched," Graves said, Becky thanking him for the kind words. "I knew going into the match that I was probably in over my head. My very first match at a TakeOver event in front of that many people, and I got a standing ovation. That meant the world to me, as did Stone Cold Steve Austin's words to me after the show." Graves asked Becky for any comments that Finn Balor had for her after the match. "Finn just said that he was proud of me and not to let the loss bring me down. He's seen how hard I can be on myself and just wants me to be levelheaded here." "Did Daniels and Kazarian say anything to you?" Graves asked, Becky chuckling to herself. "If they said anything about me, they didn't say it to my face. I'd imagine that they were surprised at how much of a fight I gave them." Lastly, Graves asked Becky what the NXT audience can expect from her heading into 2014? "Well, for now, Finn and I are going our separate ways. Maybe when the time is right, we'll have another go at the Tag Team Titles, but we have different goals right now. He wants to become NXT Champion and I fully support that. I know that he can do it and I want him to devote all of his time and focus to that. As for me, the women's division here is catching some fire, it seems. Bayley is the new champion. Billie Kay, Peyton Royce, Nicole Matthews and Portia Perez are all here now. Emma's returning. It's an exciting time to be a woman in NXT, and I want to be at the top of this division. I came here to become NXT Women's Champion and that's what is gonna happen. I've already shown that I can kick the lads, and now, I'm gonna kick lass until I have that title around my waist because I'm bringing that straight fire to NXT in 2014."
Returning to the Full Sail Arena, Rob Naylor and Josh Barnett thanked everyone for joining them as they recapped the NXT Tag Team division for the year. "2014 is promising to be a banner year for tag team wrestling, but 2013 still is not done yet," Naylor said before making a huge announcement to the viewers at home.
There is one more match happening in the NXT brand this year. "For the first time ever, NXT will have a match in Madison Square Garden, and it is for the NXT Tag Team Championships."
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Post by Planktung on Aug 27, 2016 18:24:56 GMT -5
On Thursday, December 19th, Michael Cole sat down with Derrick Bateman at WWE Headquarters in Stamford, Connecticut for a YouTube and WWE.com exclusive interview. Continuing reading below for the full transcript of Cole's most bizarre and uncomfortable interview yet.
Cole: "Hello again, everybody, and welcome to our weekly interview on WWE.com. It is my pleasure this week to welcome my guest, Derrick Bateman."
Bateman: "... Really, Michael? That's how you're going to introduce your boss?"
Cole: "... Um..."
*Cole stared at Bateman confusingly, not knowing what it was that he did wrong*
Bateman: "You referred to me as just Derrick Bateman, which in most cases is fine. That is my name, after all, but considering what is going to happen on December 29th, I think it would be appropriate for you to refer to me as the next WWE Champion, Derrick Bateman. So, go ahead. Re-do the intro."
Cole: "Re-do it now?"
Bateman: "No, re-do it next week. Yes, dumbass. Re-do it now."
*Cole took a moment to wipe sweat from his forehead with his tie before proceeding with his new introduction*
Cole: "Hello again, everybody, and welcome to our weekly interview on WWE.com. It is my pleasure this week to welcome my guest... The next WWE Champion, Derrick Bateman."
Bateman: "Thanks, Michael. I appreciate you bringing your manners to work today."
Cole: "... Okay. Um, this past Monday night on RAW, we saw the debut of many new faces who you stated were all acquisitions made personally by you. Would you care to comment on any of these signings?"
Bateman: "Sure. So, Scott Dawson and Dash Wilder were first. These are two guys who I've seen working harder than anyone else down at the Performance Center, but where were their opportunities? Why has no one seem them in action before on a big stage? Anyone who attends NXT live events will tell you that they're the best tag team in the world. Nothing flashy about them. They're as old school as it gets. They will kick your ass and either pin your or make you submit. Just plain and simple professional wrestling. But, obviously, the people who matter down in NXT don't think that the audience cares to see them. It disgusts that they've been pushed aside for teams like Finn Balor and Becky Lynch, and now Ricochet and Uhaa Nation. So, I took it upon myself to give them the opportunity that no one else would. I brought them over to the main roster and they didn't waste any time showing the world what I already knew. Dash and Dawson are going to run the tag division in 2014."
Cole: "Braun Strowman, an absolute mammoth of a man."
Bateman: "I found Braun in an underground fight club that I visited not too long ago. Plenty of tough guys there, but Braun was beating guys so badly that he probably still has their blood on his knuckles. I pulled him to the side and kindly asked if he would like the chance to practice his trade in front of a bigger audience and for a bigger paycheck. He's big, but not stupid."
Cole: "I know she didn't debut on Monday, but I'd like to ask about Alexa Bliss."
Bateman: "... I don't really know her."
Cole: "Kaitlyn does."
Bateman: "Am I Kaitlyn? If you want to know more about that stuff, ask her, alright? I don't have anything to do with Alexa Bliss being in the TLC main event. I do admire the chair shot she gave to Sofia, though. That was pretty cool."
Cole: "Now, this is where I get to the question that I've really been wanting to ask you. You signed Dash, Dawson and Braun because they're relatively unknown competitors who you feel were not given fair opportunities in the past, but at the same time, you also signed Bobby Roode and Austin Aries. Two men who are very well known in the industry. They've held World Championships. They've competed against some of WWE's current top stars. They've had opportunities, but you still brought them on board. In my mind, they embody the movement that you're against in WWE."
Bateman: "Roode and Aries have had opportunities to succeed, sure. But, have they had opportunities in WWE? Why is it that I was the only person who thought to sign them? When AJ S-"
*Bateman stopped himself and closed his eyes, pained to even utter the name of his opponent at Concrete Jungle*
Bateman: "... When AJ Styles became a free agent, he got a phone call from WWE the very next day. When Roode and Aries became free agents, no one here started throwing money their way. They don't embody anything that I'm against because unlike Styles, they weren't handed anything they didn't deserve. They belong in WWE and I take great pride in the fact that I was the one to pull the trigger on them."
Cole: "Lastly, I just wanted to see if I could any comments you may have about your upcoming WWE Championship match in Madison Square Garden again AJ Styles."
Bateman: "Concrete Jungle is the night I've waited my entire life for. In the same part of the world where I became Mr. Money in the Bank, I'm gonna become WWE Champion. AJ Styles single-handedly almost ruined my life this year. He took my spot on the roster. He took my Money in the Bank contract. He took my WWE Championship reign away from me, but in ten days, I get my revenge when I beat him for the title. I'm the uncrowned champion, Michael. There's no one in the world who deserve that championship more than me! I live for that title! I need that title! It's all I think about. It's all I dream of. That moment in Madison Square Garden when I defeat AJ Styles... That's why I'm breathing."
Cole: "What happens if you lose?"
Bateman: "... Excuse me?"
Cole: "If you lose to AJ Styles at Concrete Jungle, then what?"
Bateman: "Why would I lose, Michael?"
Cole: "I'm not saying that you will, I'm just-"
Bateman: "No. You asked me what happens if I lose, which means you see that as a possibility. Why? Why do you think AJ Styles can beat me?"
*Uncomfortable with the direction of the interview, Cole remained silent and didn't answer Bateman*
Bateman: "You know, Michael..."
*Bateman picked his chair up slight and brought it closer to Cole, now only a few short inches away from his face*
Bateman: "I have seen comments from people who, like yourself, think AJ Styles is going to beat me. And they all seem to agree on something: They think I'm jealous of AJ Styles. Do you think so, Michael?"
*Cole maintained his silence, looking down at the floor*
Bateman: "..."
*After laughing to himself, Bateman extended his arm out and punched Cole, who fell to the ground and held his jaw*
Bateman: "WHAT WOULD I BE JEALOUS OF?!? I OWN HALF THIS COMPANY!!!"
*Bateman removed his microphone and threw it across the room before leaving the interview set*
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Post by tg11 on Aug 30, 2016 18:48:31 GMT -5
- Bateman after that interview he just did that weekly interview with Michael Cole I mean Bateman has to be your first ever guest on the Weekly Interview Show doesn't he? This is the first YouTube weekly interview show that I've seen in this diary so I wonder if this will be a weekly thing? If so then I wonder what kind of superstars and divas we'll get on these Weekly Interview shows?
- Better yet I wonder if we will get an explanation from the former COO of WWE? If we will get an explanation from Triple H as to why he has aligned himself with Seth Rollins of all people? Will we get an explanation from Triple H as to why he cost Ambrose his shot at the title? Or will we get an explanation from Triple H as to why he is back in WWE? Why is he back on WWE TV?
- Triple H even if he is no longer in power in WWE even if he is no longer COO Triple H still is a WWE official at WWE Headquarters so Triple H he still answers to his father in law the Chairman Mr. McMahon but Triple H now answers to Bateman...funny how things work
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Post by Planktung on Sept 17, 2016 12:50:02 GMT -5
December 20th, 2013 - Kicking off Friday Night SmackDown, the second-to-last of 2013, was the arrival of Derrick Bateman and the WWE Hardcore Champion, Baron Corbin. The duo received their usual verbal beating from the masses in San Antonio, Bateman taking a microphone and asking if that was really the proper way to greet the man who is ushering in the greatest era in WWE history? "This past Monday on RAW, you all saw the beginning of 'The New Era.' Derrick Bateman's era. Scott Dawson and Dash Wilder. Braun Strowman. Austin Aries. Bobby Roode," Bateman said, the fans popping for the mention of the last two names. "But the real moment where WWE takes a turn of the better comes in nine days. In my Madison Square Garden debut, I will defeat AJ Styles and become WWE Champion." Bateman then said that while the 'New Era' is flooded with top tier talent, there are some superstars who don't meet those standards. I never thought I'd say this... But... If I could have Enzo and Cass out right here now because there's something that we need to talk about." When Enzo Amore and Big Cass' entrance music sounded, the AT&T Center came alive for the eccentric duo. Puzzled by Bateman's request to meet with them, neither Enzo or Cass engaged in their usual entrance shenanigans. The duo simply stepped into the ring, standing across from the half-owner and Hardcore Champion. Bateman got straight to the point, telling Enzo and Cass that while they are on his roster, they were not signed by him. "You two were products of Booker T. Booker T brought you two up from NXT. Booker T believed in you. Booker T saw potential in you guys as a tag team, but guess what? I don't. People like Braun Strowman. Dash and Dawson. Austin Aries. Bobby Roode. Those are 'Derrick Bateman Guys' while you two are not worthy of being on my roster." Cass then asked Bateman if he was going to fire them the way that he fired Booker at TLC five nights ago. "Because if you do, trust me, Derrick. Both you and your lackey over here are gonna see what Booker T saw in us," Cass said, Corbin stepping up to him as the two monsters stood nose-to-nose. Bateman brought Corbin back to his side, Enzo taking his turn to speak. "Hey, Cass. Look what we got over here... A couple of haters. Couple of haters. Two buffoons that wouldn't know talent if the word was stamped on my hand and I smacked them both upside their domepieces, howyadoin'?" After the audience responded positively to Enzo's harsh words, Bateman decided to take his last comment literally. "How am I doing? Oh, I'm doing great right now because the 'New Era' is here and guess what? Neither of you two will be part of it." Corbin then raised a microphone, telling Enzo and Cass that they should've known the entire time that there would be no place for them in the WWE. "Even back in NXT, you two were nothing more than jokes who were nothing more than a catchphrase." Corbin finished speaking while Enzo stared at his stomach before glancing back up at him. "My bad. I didn't know which face was talking to me. The one on your head or the one on your belly." The crowd ate up Enzo's jokes, but Bateman and Corbin, on the other hand, did not. Bateman kept his muscle from losing his cool, stepping in front of him to confront Enzo. "I could fire both of you right now, but I'm gonna have some fun before that happens. That's why tonight, there's going to be a match. If you want to keep your jobs, all you have to do is win," Bateman said. Enzo and Cass turned to each other and nodded in agreement, assuming that their contest would be a tag team bout. Bateman corrected them at that point, saying that the match with their careers at stake would be a one-on-one match. "Enzo... Against... Baron Corbin!" Bateman and Corbin both laughed to themselves, the audience showing their disapproval for the match that Bateman clearly made to put Enzo and Cass at a disadvantage. "You know something, Bateman? My mother once told me that if I make a deal with the devil, I better ask for something good in return. If me and Cass are putting our jobs on the line, then I want sweet boy over here to put the Hardcore Title at stake." After Enzo laid out the challenge, Bateman turned to Corbin with a condescending expression on his face. Corbin's, however, told a different story. He was willing to meet Enzo's demands if it meant getting rid of both he and Cass. "You sure?" Bateman asked, the Hardcore Champion affirming his stance. "... Alright. You're on," Bateman said to Enzo before he and Corbin left the ring. If Enzo and Cass want to keep their jobs, Enzo must defeat Corbin tonight to become the Hardcore Champion!
DANIEL BRYAN DEF. DAMIEN SANDOW: via the Yes Lock. Rebounding after failing to capture the Intercontinental Championship at TLC: Tables, Ladders and Chairs, Bryan managed to force Damien Sandow to submit, much to the delight of the San Antonio audience. Post-match, the United States Champion, The Miz, and Maryse were shown watching a TV monitor, looking on at the individual who thwarted their plans on Monday by making the save for one of WWE's newest acquisitions, Austin Aries.
ALEXA BLISS DEF. NAOMI: via Twisted Bliss. Looking ahead to her Number One Contenders match against Sofia Cortez at Concrete Jungle, Alexa Bliss was able to defeat Naomi after a Dragon Suplex that Mauro Ranallo coined 'Alexaonfire,' followed by the Twisted Bliss to pick up the victory. Bliss exited the ring, not bothering to acknowledge the crowd that continuously told her what she's been hearing ever since TLC on Sunday: She's not ready to become WWE Women's Champion.
At this time, Seth Rollins made his way down to the ring, the brand new number one contender for the WWE Championship all smiles after managing to beat Dean Ambrose at TLC: Tables, Ladders and Chairs, albeit with an assistance from a returning Triple H. Once in the ring, Rollins took a microphone and said that for the last few days, people have been asking him to let them in on a 'story' as he put it. "They want to know just what the hell happened on Sunday that allowed me to take my rightful spot as the number one contender to the WWE Championship. They want to know every little detail about whatever alliance I have formed with Triple H. Maybe somewhere down the line, you'll get his side of this so-called 'story,' but for right now, you're gonna hear the next WWE Champion tell it like it is. Triple H and Dean Ambrose have some history as you all know. Ambrose was the reason the Triple H was forced out of his position as COO, and that maniac was almost the reason that I miss my opportunity to become WWE Champion at the Royal Rumble. I had Ambrose right where I wanted him at TLC, and apparently, so did 'The Game.' Did I know that Triple H was going to interject himself into the match? No, but go ahead and call me a liar because pretty soon, you're gonna have to call me champion as well. Triple H acted on his own. He, just like everybody else, has a problem with Dean Ambrose and he did something about it. It just happened to be during the most important match of my career. Now, Ambrose is out of the picture, Triple H got the revenge he wanted and I am FINALLY on my way to the Royal Rumble to become WWE Champion. I don't care who I face in Pittsburgh. Whether it's AJ Styles or Derrick Bateman, the WWE Championship will be around my waist as I carry it into the biggest WrestleMania of all-time! This is the way things were meant to be. Me on top and Dean Ambrose looking up at the hill that I've spent the last eight years busting my ass to climb! If Triple H wants to show up to the Royal Rumble to watch me become WWE Champion, he's more than welcome to, but don't think for one second that I need him to win it all. The NXT Title. The Intercontinental Title. The World Heavyweight Title. I've done it all on my own and the WWE Title will be no different. The 'New Era' is not about Derrick Bateman, AJ Styles, Bobby Roode or anyone else. The 'New Era' is about one man and one man only: Seth. Rollins."
WWE TAG TEAM CHAMPIONS THE ALPHA WOLVES DEF. RY-BO IN A NON-TITLE MATCH: via Hunting Season to Ryback. Following the match, The Alpha Wolves' celebration was cut short by The New Day, who clapped and skipped their way down to the ring to poke fun at the team they would be competing against on RAW for the WWE Tag Team Championships. "You know what my son asked for for Christmas?" Kofi Kingston asked, Big E and Xavier Woods wondering the answer. "A puppy, but I sat him down and I said, 'Son, there is no way that we're getting a puppy just so it can poop and pee everywhere. But you know what I will get you? I'll beat two puppies in the ring on Monday and become one-third of the Tag Team Champions!" Kofi yelled out, Woods following up by saying that San Antonio would know a thing or two, or actually, four about being beaten. "I'm sure you all were looking forward to that NBA Championship this year, but what happened, San Antonio? What happened?" The audience booed heavily while New Day only made matters worse, Big E saying that Tim Duncan must have those 'John Cena limbs' at this point. "Get it? 'Cause he's old." "You guys had seven games to win a championship! Seven games! And you choked just like Davey Richards and Eddie Edwards are about to choke this Monday on RAW!" Woods yelled out before playing a single, long note on Francesca. Edwards took a microphone from ringside, reminding New Day that they were the ones who insisted on having their title shot on Monday instead of tonight. "So don't disrespect a city with fighting champions when you three clowns ran away from us on Monday," he stated, New Day becoming defensive. "It doesn't matter when we face you two because all we need it one match to beat you. Hell, unlike a certain NBA team, we'd be able to beat you guys in a Best of Seven Series!" Kofi stated, soon regretting his words as The Alpha Wolves took the challenge literally. "So... How about it? We turn this Tag Team Title match on Monday into a Best of Seven Series?" Richards asked, the audience accepting the idea. "Hey, now. Wait a minute. I... I wasn't being serious," Kofi said, Big E backing him up. "Yeah, we're not trying to get into no Best of Seven Series." New Day were about to leave the ring before Edwards told them that this would be the second time this week they walk away from a challenge. "Come on, New Day. You guys beat John Cena at TLC and what do you have to show for it? Dodging challenges left and right from The Alpha Wolves? I thought that, 'New Day rocks,' but I guess it's the other way around, isn't it? Maybe..." Edwards said before Richards moved his hands into a clapping position, the three New Day members urging him to stop. Richards and the fans in San Antonio proceeded with the clap while Edwards chanted, "New! Day sucks!" repeatedly. "Enough! Enough! Alright, fine! You two puppies are on! Best of Seven!" Kofi shouted, The Alpha Wolves stopping their chant after successfully baiting the trio. Richards and Edwards told New Day they'd see them on Monday for Match 1 before exiting the ring with the WWE Tag Team Titles on their shoulders. What was supposed to be a one-off match between The Alpha Wolves and The New Day on RAW has become a Best of Seven Series for the championships!
Returning from the commercial break, Bo Rotundo and Ryback were shown in the ring after losing to The Alpha Wolves more than a few minutes ago. "It doesn't matter how many times we get knocked down, 'Big Guy.' What matters is that we get back up in time for Christmas!" Bo told Ryback, who was not in the mood to once again celebrate Christmas this week. "But you know who isn't showing his Christmas spirit? Randy Orton." The fans in San Antonio popped for the mention of 'The Viper,' which only angered Bo. "This past Monday, Ryback and I were just trying to spread holiday joy throughout the WWE Universe, but Randy decided that it would be the perfect time to give my friend the worst Christmas gift ever, an RKO." Bo stared directly at the hard camera with Ryback standing behind him, 'The Big Guy' wanting to be anywhere but in the ring at that point. "But I promise you, 'Big Guy.' As Santa as my witness, Randy Orton will not hit you with an RKO again!" Immediately after Bo said that, Randy Orton hit Ryback with an RKO again. "RKO from out of nowhere!" Mauro Ranallo shouted, Orton sliding into the picture unnoticed before planting Ryback with the RKO! Bo rolled out of the ring and hurried up the entrance ramp, Orton staring him down while standing over Ryback. 'The Viper' has made it clear that he plans on winning the Royal Rumble, but until then, it seems that he's killing time by having fun at the expense of Ry-Bo. "Stop RKOing my friend!" Bo shouted from the stage, Orton smirking at the camera before posing for the audience.
KEVIN OWENS DEF. RUSEV: via the Pop-Up Powerbomb. Just as Rusev looked to be picking up the momentum against the former NXT Champion, Adam Cole and Lana made their ways out to the stage, getting the attention of 'The Bulgarian Brute.' "I hope Rusev at least paid for the dinner he ruined," Corey Graves mentioned on commentary. Rusev took too much time focusing on his adversary and former lover, giving Owens the chance to deliver a Superkick and Pop-Up Powerbomb to pick up the win. "I don't get why you're scared of him. He's not that hard to beat," Owens said to Cole before heading to the back, Rusev barely regaining consciousness after once again being screwed over by Lana and Adam Cole.
A video package was shown to recap the three biggest awards that were handed out this past Monday at the 2013 Slammys. Wrestling Royalty received the Tag Team of the Year award, which led to Ted DiBiase announcing his plans to retire from professional wrestling. However, the duo would be attacked by the debuting Scott Dawson and Dash Wilder, who stated afterwards that their intentions are to, "Revive tag team wrestling." The historical Last Diva Standing bout between AJ Lee and Paige was presented with Match of the Year, making it the first women's match to ever be given that accolade. AJ challenged Paige and The Wyatt Family to a fight, Intercontinental Champion CM Punk standing by her side. Paige, Bray Wyatt, Luke Harper and Erick Rowan would take out the both of them, Paige finishing Punk off with a shot to the back of his head with the Slammy. Lastly, Cody Rhodes was the recipient of the Superstar of the Year award. After his speech, Bobby Roode would make his debut in one of the most shocking moments in Monday Night RAW history. The result would be the announcement that at Concrete Jungle, Rhodes and Roode will meet one-on-one for the first time ever.
ENZO AMORE W/ BIG CASS DEF. BARON CORBIN W/ DERRICK BATEMAN TO WIN THE HARDCORE CHAMPIONSHIP: via pinfall. Throughout the match, Baron Corbin would manhandle Enzo Amore, only for the latter to look to be on the verge of making a comeback before the match returned to square one. Big Cass attempted to get involved after Corbin brought a table into the ring. Derrick Bateman would step in and low blow Cass, creating just about the perfect scenario for Corbin to defeat Enzo and terminate the duo's contracts. Suddenly, the WWE Champion, AJ Styles, would hit the ring to the most deafening reaction of the night. Styles springboarded off the top rope, catching Corbin with a Phenomenal Forearm that caused Corbin to fall back through the table! Styles got to his feet and took Bateman down, the two brawling into the audience and getting their WWE Championship match at Concrete Jungle started early. Styles and Bateman were soon completely out of the picture, the camera returning to the ring to show Enzo crawling towards Corbin. Enzo placed one arm over the chest of the Hardcore Champion, the official making the three count! "Enzo Amore is the Hardcore Champion!" Mauro Ranallo exclaimed while the official handed him the title. Enzo slowly rose his feet and hoisted the title in celebration of not only becoming the new Hardcore Champion, but retaining both he and Cass' contracts. "Enzo Amore has the championship physically, but let's not pretend that AJ Styles isn't the sole reason for that!" Corey Graves said. Big Cass would soon slide into the ring, still feeling the effects of the low blow shot from Bateman, but overcome with enough joy to be able to lift his tag team partner up. The San Antonio audience chanted "How you doin'?!" emphatically while Enzo and Cass celebrated. Enzo Amore is the brand new WWE Hardcore Champion!
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Post by Planktung on Sept 17, 2016 12:50:25 GMT -5
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Post by tg11 on Sept 17, 2016 23:50:42 GMT -5
- Love that you started off Smackdown with the half owner of WWE Derrick Bateman yes he may own half of the WWE but surely The Board of Directors along with the Chairman they can fire Derrick Bateman or at the very least they can oust him completely from power
- I mean the man is not only throwing his weight around he's firing people he is essentially destroying the company and to think he is #1 Contender for the WWE Championship considering he is facing the WWE Champion AJ Styles at WWE's Live PPV special Concrete Jungle...could you imagine if he wins? Yes Derrick Bateman he may have brought superstars in like Roode, Aries, Dash and Dawson, etc. but after what he, Corbin and Kaitlyn did to Booker T and Sharmell he just needs to go...Vince needs to put Bateman out of power somehow
- Glad Enzo & Big Cass interrupted Bateman but I wonder if that was wise considering he could fire them both but if he did they can sue Bateman and the company for unjust firing but Bateman instead books Enzo in a match in the main event...Enzo facing the WWE Hardcore Champion Baron Corbin with the WWE Hardcore Championship on the line and if Enzo loses both he and Big Cass are fired...stakes are high...just another example of Bateman abusing his power...now surely the Board need to intercede here this is just too much
- Daniel Bryan more or less recovering from TLC after failing to capture the WWE Intercontinental Championship in the Fatal 4 Way TLC Match by beating Sandow...it seems Bryan is set on focusing on the 2014 Royal Rumble Match because for WWE Concrete Jungle there's pretty much nothing for Bryan to do unless there is
- With The Miz the WWE United States Champion it makes me wonder if at WWE's Live PPV special Concrete Jungle if he will defend the WWE United States Championship against Sandow? Or will he defend it against Aries?
- Alexa Bliss after TLC she recovers by beating Naomi...just goes to show you that Bliss is not only on the rise here in WWE in the Divas division but she was more or less that close in winning the Triple Threat TLC Match against the WWE Women's Champion AJ Lee and Sofia Cortez especially after beating Natalya at TLC and now Naomi here on Smackdown it has to put her in the conversation as far as the WWE Women's Championship goes
- Seth Rollins now that he is the #1 Contender for the WWE Championship he is facing whoever the WWE Champion is at the 2014 Royal Rumble PPV which means he has either Styles or Bateman but Rollins not caring who he faces at the 2014 Royal Rumble PPV...I'm sure he has to have a personal preference but Rollins I'm sure he will be watching Concrete Jungle intently
- I still think he and Triple H are in cahoots with each other...Triple H has become Rollins' mentor just like how Ric Flair mentored Triple H...there are so many parallels
- WWE Tag Team Champions The Alpha Wolves beating Ry-Bo I mean after they beat Wrestling Royalty at TLC I mean now that they have beaten Ryback and Bo Dallas is there any team who can beat them? Dash and Dawson I am sure they will set their sights on the titles but then again The New Day will and speaking of The New Day they interrupt the WWE Tag Team Champions Eddie Edwards and Davey Richards...I mean it was inevitable considering they did the unthinkable and not only beat Cena at TLC they took him out but now they want the WWE Tag Team Championships but a Best of 7 Series for the titles I think that that's great so it begs the question of what the schedule will look like for this series?
- Orton RKOing Ryback yet again...I was expecting Orton to go after someone else like Bo Dallas or any other random WWE superstar but it is clear Orton is set on the Royal Rumble Match but then again I wonder which other superstars will end up in the 30 Man Royal Rumble Match?
- Kevin Owens more or less recovering from TLC after failing to capture the WWE Intercontinental Championship in the Fatal 4 Way TLC Match against CM Punk, Daniel Bryan and Tyson Kidd recovers here by beating Rusev...well major assist from Adam Cole and Lana who distracted Rusev and Rusev taking his eye off the ball I mean it is obvious all signs are pointing to Cole/Rusev at Concrete Jungle but with Owens I'm sure he is set on the Royal Rumble Match now but then again I'm sure so is Rusev and Cole
- In the main event Enzo Amore wins his first singles gold here in WWE by beating Bateman's heavy his flunky Baron Corbin to become the new WWE Hardcore Champion in order to keep not only his job but Big Cass' too...well major assist goes to the WWE Champion AJ Styles but I wonder if this means AJ could be going babyface?
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Post by Planktung on Sept 21, 2016 15:21:52 GMT -5
December 23rd, 2013 - After the signature intros for both World Wrestling Entertainment and Monday Night RAW, cameras hovered over the audience in Austin, Texas, ready for the penultimate RAW broadcast of 2013. Mauro Ranallo and Corey Graves welcomed the masses to a jam packed event with a huge main event. In a Six Man Tag Team match, Big Cass and the new Hardcore Champion, Enzo Amore, team up with the WWE Champion, AJ Styles, to take on The Wyatt Family just six days away from Styles' title defense against Derrick Bateman at Concrete Jungle. Plus, the United States Champion, The Miz, hosts an edition of Miz TV with the newest signings who made lasting impressions on the WWE Universe last week. The Alpha Wolves take on The New Day in Match 1 in their Best of Seven Series for the WWE Tag Team Titles, and in celebration of the holiday season, Adam Cole and Rusev settle their differences in a Miracle on 34th Street Fight. All that and much more, tonight on Monday Night RAW!
"Casual Affair" by Panic! At the Disco sounded to a heated response from the Austin fans. Derrick Bateman, Kaitlyn and Baron Corbin made their ways down to the ring, the trio not in the best of moods after what occurred at the conclusion of SmackDown last Friday. Once in the ring, Bateman took a microphone and said that the holidays are supposed to be a time of celebration. "And believe me. Celebration will come in six nights when I finally become the WWE Champion in Madison Square Garden, but right now, I don't want to celebrate. I want to punish those who have defied my authority. I'm talking about Enzo Amore. I'm talking about Big Cass. I'm..." Bateman said before the audience's chants of, "How you doing?!" became so loud that he couldn't speak. "I'm doing better than any of you ever will. Now shut the hell up and listen to me," Bateman angrily stated. "Last Friday night, the world witnessed one of the biggest injustices in WWE history. Because of AJ Styles, Enzo Amore is the new Hardcore Champion... But don't get your hopes up because the future of the industry, Baron Corbin, is getting his rematch this Sunday at Concrete Jungle. As for tonight, Styles is going to have to get along with the two guys whose jobs he saved on SmackDown. But, considering that Styles is selfish, egotistical and just an all-around asshat, I expect those Wyatt boys to make short work of the WWE Universe's 'Dream Trio' and help set the stage for my becoming of WWE Champion on Sunday."
After Bateman was finished speaking, the signature of The Wyatt Family hit as the lights shut. When the arena glistened again, all four Wyatt Family members were shown standing across from Bateman's trio. Luke Harper and Erick Rowan in front of Corbin, Wyatt in front of Bateman, and Paige in front of Kaitlyn. For the first time ever, Paige and Kaitlyn were in each others' presence without engaging in a fist fight. Instead, Kaitlyn stared into Paige's pitch black eyes with a look of fear in her own. Bateman glanced over at Paige, seeing the demonic version of the 'Anti-Diva' in person for the first time as well. Wyatt was handed a microphone by Rowan, the 'Eater of Worlds' telling Bateman that there's something he needs to understand about tonight. "What you see before you is the most powerful entity in the entire world! Harper... Rowan... myself... my sister," Wyatt said, reaffirming everyone's suspicions that he still believes Paige is Abigail reincarnated. "The four of us hold more power in our hands than you ever will, 'Mister Corporate.' The last thing that my family will allow ourselves to become is a bunch of puppets with the suits and the ties tugging on the strings! We are not out to do your dirty work. We are not cogs in the machine that you control. We will not say no to the chance to eviscerate anyone, but just like you, 'Money Bags,' we have prices. We have desires. It's treasures that we're after... Treasures that you are able to gives us." Wyatt moved his microphone down to the side, putting the ball in Bateman's court to give him and the rest of the Family what they wanted. "Gold. That's what you want, right? Paige is already getting a shot at the Women's Title on Sunday against AJ Lee. What more do you want?" he asked Wyatt, who laughed to himself. "Come on, Derrick. You're a smart man. You run this entire empire. You can figure it out..." Wyatt stared a hole through Bateman as the latter seemingly knew what it was that he wanted, but was hesitant to grant Wyatt's wish since he saw that as a form of weakness. Ultimately, he let his pride go for just a second to give Wyatt what it was that he wanted. "... You want a shot at a title? Fine. At the Royal Rumble, it's you versus CM Punk for the Intercontinental Championship."
After Bateman's official announcement that Wyatt is the number one contender for the Intercontinental Title, 'The Eater of Worlds' let out a sinister laugh in the face of the half-owner of World Wrestling Entertainment. The signature of the feared group would then hit, the lights going out per usual. The signature hit once again to reveal The Wyatt Family now standing on the stage as opposed to in the ring. Wyatt told Bateman that he appreciated doing business with him, but don't get used to it. "You control everything in your kingdom but us. We are NOT pawns in your game of revenge, Derrick. And if you even dare think otherwise, my family and I will take it upon ourselves to let you know who the real Gods are around here. And all it would take for you to understand where you went wrong is to look up at the sky..." Wyatt yelled out before slowly handing the microphone over to Paige. "... And follow. The. Buzzards."
► MATCH 1 IN THE BEST OF 7 SERIES FOR THE WWE TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIPS - THE NEW DAY W/ XAVIER WOODS DEF. THE ALPHA WOLVES: What was supposed to be a one-and-done match-up for the WWE Tag Team Championships became a Best of Seven Series last Friday on SmackDown, leading to Match 1 here tonight in Austin. The Alpha Wolves were looking to set Kofi Kingston up for Hunting Season, Eddie Edwards placing him in Powerbomb position while Davey Richards was looking to head to the top rope. Xavier Woods got a hold of Richards' foot while he was on the apron, Richards kicking him away. That distraction resulted in Big E hitting Richards with a Spear through the ropes! Both men crashed to the floor, Kofi sliding off of Edwards' shoulders. Kofi rolled Edwards up with a handful of tights to steal Match 1 and put The New Day up one to nothing against The Alpha Wolves.
► ALEXA BLISS DEF. TAMINA: One more time before Concrete Jungle on Sunday and the biggest one-on-one match of her career, Alexa Bliss was looking to assert her dominance in the women's division against Tamina. Bliss took advantage of the target that was painted clearly on Tamina, her knee brace. Bliss removed the brace and repeatedly struck Tamina's knee before placing her in the Tequila Sunrise. Taming quickly submitted, but Bliss kept the hold in post-match. Two officials were needed to restrain Bliss, soon able to break her away from Tamina. Bliss headed up the entrance ramp and looked back at the audience that heavily booed her, giving them a death-stare before leaving to the back. "Sofia is already going into Madison Square Garden on Sunday with a broken nose. All it's going to take is for Bliss to add insult to injury and she'll be the new number one contender for the Women's Championship," said Corey Graves
A promo was shown for this Wednesday's edition of NXT was shown. Rob Naylor and Josh Barnett will take a look back at the year that the women's division of the brand saw, including Emma being crowned the first-ever NXT Women's Champion, and the historical rivalry between Sasha Banks and Bayley. Plus, the main event for the first 2014 episode of NXT will be announced. NXT, this Wednesday night on ION Television.
Returning to Monday Night RAW, the United States Champion, The Miz, and his wife, Maryse, were shown already in the ring on their set of Miz TV. "Welcome to the most must-see talk show in WWE history. Welcome to Miz TV!" said 'The Awesome One' while the fans in Austin expressed their disdain for him. Mia said that last week was a landmark date in WWE for a number of reasons. "The Slammy Awards, of course, but also, 'The New Era' was officially ushered in with the arrival of several new superstars. My plan tonight was to invite all of them onto my show, but for reasons I don't think I need to explain, Austin Aries will not be a guest here tonight," stated Miz. The United States Champion then said that he did extend an invite to Braun Strowman, but Braun never gave him an answer. "He grunted at me and Maryse. The man literally grunted. So, we don't have Braun Strowman, but we have the three other superstars who made their impacts in this ring last week. First, please welcome the two men who showed Wrestling Royalty, specifically Ted DiBiase, the door. Scott Dawson and Dash Wilder!" Mia and Maryse put their hands together for Dash and Dawson as the two made their entrances, debuting their theme music. The WWE Universe did not welcome Dash and Dawson with open arms after what they did to the 2013 Tag Team of the Year last week. After Dash and Dawson were settled, Miz brought out his third guest for the evening. "A man who no one ever thought they would see in a WWE ring. He's competed all over the world. He's held championship after championship, but finally, he's here in the WWE and his career will soar to glorious heights. Please welcome... Bobby Roode!" After Miz' introduction, the lights in the arena dimmed as Roode's titantron illuminated the stage. After the 'Glorious' intro to his music, Roode turned around on the entrance ramp and looked out at the sea of fans who were overjoyed when he arrived on the scene. This time, his reaction was not as kind, likely due to the WWE Universe now knowing that he intends to take out one of their heroes, Cody Rhodes, this Sunday at Concrete Jungle. Roode marched down to the ring, shaking the hands of Miz, Maryse, Dash and Dawson. Mia proceeded to interview his guests, asking Dash and Dawson what it felt like to be kept in the dark down at NXT for so long? "When you have two talents like ourselves, Miz, who are ready to take tag team wrestling to the next level, being pushed aside for The Addiction, Finn Balor and freakin' Becky Lynch is more than just a slap to our faces. We were never shown an ounce of respect at Full Sail or the Performance Center. The only way anyone could see us wrestle was on the live event circuit in Florida. Ask anybody who was there. We stole every show we were on, but where were our opportunities? Where were our spots on TakeOver? Where were our NXT Tag Team Championships? Thankfully, the one guy who mattered saw something in us. Derrick Bateman personally pulled us out of NXT, signed us to main roster deals and now, we're ready to show everybody exactly who we are," Dawson said passionately. Dash then said that they have numerous goals on both RAW and SmackDown. "First, we want to make everyone who pushed us to the side in NXT see where they went wrong. Then, we want to become the WWE Tag Team Champions. We have no problem waiting until the end of this Best of Seven Series because we've already waited so long for just a chance. Lastly, like we said last week, we're out to do what Wrestling Royalty failed to and that's revive tag team wrestling." Impressed with Dash and Dawson's words, Miz thanked them before turning to Roode. "Bobby Roode. Never thought this would happen before, right? I've heard and seen so much from you throughout the years, but now, I get to see exactly what you can bring to the table," Miz said to him. "And the only reason that can even happen now is because of what Derrick Bateman brought to the table. Stacks of money that I couldn't possibly say no to. Much like Dash and Dawson, I, too, have goals around here. The first one that comes to mind is beating Cody Rhodes in my Madison Square Garden debut on Sunday night. Once that's done, I plan on winning the Royal Rumble match. Yeah, go ahead and run that headline on WWE.com. Bobby Roode is in the Royal Rumble and he's going to win it. Then, I go on to WrestleMania and become WWE Champion. People can scoff at me all they want, but they know damn well that I"m capable of everything I just said. I'm not some rookie schmuck who is just happy to be here. I'm Bobby. Freaking. Roode. I want the riches. I want the fame. I want the glory. I want the red carpet rolled out for me on the Road to WrestleMania because that's what I deserve! For the first time, WWE will be able to say that it is.... Glorious!" Goode exclaimed while holding his arms out during the last word. By that point, Maryse had grabbed a bottle of champagne from ringside, she and Miz pouring glasses for everyone in the ring. "I think we can all say with confidence that the future of WWE is in good hands with all of us," Miz said to Roode, Dash and Dawson, handing them all glasses. "To Derrick Bateman and 'The New Era!'"
After Miz, Maryse, Dash, Dawson and Roode each took sips of champagne, the entrance music of Cody Rhodes hit to a thunderous ovation from Austin, Texas. "Cody Rhodes better be here for champagne and only champagne. This is a beautiful moment that shouldn't be ruined by his vanity," Corey Graves stated while 'The Prince of Pro Wrestling' made his way down to the ring. Rhodes took a microphone, saying that he couldn't stand to sit backstage and listen to all of the BS that was being spewed in the ring. "To Derrick Bateman? Derrick Bateman is the reason that this company may not last in 2014. I hope you three understand that signing personal contracts from Bateman was the equivalent of selling your souls to the devil," Rhodes said before Miz lashed out at him. "Um, excuse you? This is my show, Cody! Who do you think you are barging onto my set?!" Miz shouted, Rhodes ignoring him to focus on Roode. "Cody, my soul has pretty much belonged to the devil since the day I was born. I've never been the guy who is out to do the right thing. I do what is best for Bobby Roode's business! And what was best for my business was accepting Derrick Bateman's offer because now, I get to beat you in my first WWE match this Sunday at Concrete Jungle!" Rhodes went to response to Roode before being cut off by Austin Aries' entrance music, 'The Greatest Man That Ever Lived' heading down to the ring with a microphone already in his hands. "It's really a shame that you didn't want me on your show again, Miz. Like, it actually hurts my feelings. I had a lot of fun last week until, you know, the blonde hit me where you come up short," Aries said, Miz shouting at him that he's trespassing on his property. "This is my show! This my set! These are my guests and this is my wife! You get out of here now before I..." Miz yelled out. "Before you what, Miz? Hit me? Because you couldn't do it last week while I was standing on my feet. What makes you think you're going to do it now?" Before Aries, Miz, Rhodes and Roode's confrontations could escalate, Daniel Bryan joined the fray to a huge response from the WWE Universe. Once he was in the ring, Bryan looked around at everyone, aware that the situation was just a few seconds away from imploding. "Yeah... We all know how this is going to end," Bryan said before delivering a kick to the chest of The Miz, knocking him out of his seat! From there, Bryan, Aries and Rhodes went after Roode, Dash and Dawson, the three crowd favorites able to take out the others. Bryan and Aries delivered simultaneous Suicide Dives onto Dash and Dawson while Rhodes sized up Roode for the Angle Slam. Roode, however, was able to slide out of Rhodes' grip. Roode rolled out of the ring and and hurried up the entrance ramp, where Maryse aided Miz as the latter was puffing his chest in and out after taking a kick from Bryan. Dash and Dawson would soon join them while Bryan led the Austin fans in a giant "Yes!" chant, Rhodes and Aries taunting the villains from a distance.
► ADAM COLE W/ LANA DEF. RUSEV IN A MIRACLE ON 34TH STREET FIGHT: The final encounter between two bitter rivals, Rusev and Adam Cole, took place in a Miracle on 34th Street Fight, a match befitting of their feud. After Dropkicking Rusev out of the ring, Cole opened the ring skirt and looked for any object he could get his hands on. He ended up bringing out a candy cane prop, hitting Rusev with it repeatedly until both reached the stage. Cole grabbed one of the presents and threw it at Rusev's head, 'The Bulgarian Brute' feeling no effects. Cole continued to throw presents at Rusev until he was grabbed his head. "Ho ho ho! Machka Machka Machka!" Rusev shouted in Cole's before throwing him into a Christmas tree. Rusev took Cole back into the ring, trying to apply The Accolade. At that moment, Lana slid into the ring with a present, hitting Rusev with it time and time again. 'The Bulgarian Brute' stood to his feet and slowly approached Lana, having his opportunity at revenge right in the palm of his hands. The audience cheered Rusev on and encouraged him to get back at Lana, but he couldn't bring himself to do. When Rusev turned around, Cole struck him in the head with a tray of Christmas cookies. Rusev fell to the canvas, Cole picking up one of the cookies and taking a bite from it. He proceeded to spit it into Rusev's face before Superkicking him. Cole got the cover on Rusev, gaining the victory in both the match and their rivalry. Lana raised Cole's arm as the latter placed one foot on Rusev's chest, humiliating him in front of the entire world yet again.
Backstage, Alexa Bliss was shown leaving the Frank Erwin Center, rolling her suitcase quickly to try to get away from Renee Young and the camera that followed her. Bliss accidentally let the suitcase slip out of her hand, causing it to the fall to the ground and give Renee enough time to finally catch up to her. "What?!" Bliss shouted at Renee before she was asked if she can explain why exactly she's behaved the way that she has over the last few weeks. "On top of that, do you have some sort of partnership with Derrick Bateman or Kaitlyn or... ?" Bliss picked up her suitcase's handle and told Renee that earlier in the day, she had an interview that's going to air on the WWE Network Christmas morning. "Whatever you want to know about me, that interview answers it. Okay? Now, leave me alone," Bliss told Renee before walking off.
Returning to Monday Night RAW, a shot outside of the Frank Erwin Center was shown while Mauro Ranallo thanked the fans of Austin for selling out the arena tonight. "We hope that everyone travels safely this holiday season and..." he said before a man could be seen outside of the doors to the building, sporting a short-sleeved shirt and shorts in the cold. "Is that..." Corey Graves faintly asked before Ranallo confirmed his suspicions. It was the same man who rushed the stage last week and begged for a chance to earn a WWE contract. He was holding up a sign that read, "Sign Mojo!" campaigning heavily to the powers that be to become a WWE superstar.
► RANDY ORTON DEF. RYBACK W/ BO ROTUNDO: After being on the receiving end of an RKO twice last week, Ryback was looking for revenge against Randy Orton, who competed in his first match since Survivor Series. Bo Rotundo was at ringside cheering on 'The Big Guy,' but his support proved to be of little assistance as Orton was able to give Ryback his third RKO in a seven day window, covering him afterwards for the win. Orton had his arm raised in victory before Bo attempted to get into the ring. Orton dropped onto his hands and knees, slithering towards Bo and scaring him away. Bo headed up the entrance ramp, staring down Orton before 'The Viper' turned around and noticed Ryback beginning to come to. Orton glanced back at Bo with a smirk on his face before hurrying towards a corner. Orton would then charge towards Ryback, punting him in the side of the head! The fans in Austin went wild for Orton as he grabbed his head with both hands, pushing it back and forth as if he was literally trying to erase the voices from it. "Ryback!" Bo yelled out an unintentional moment of comedy. He ran down to the ring to check on his friend, asking if he was alright when he was clearly knocked out. Orton stood with his back against the ring apron, shrugging his shoulders at the camera before walking towards the back.
Returning to the broadcast, the fans in the Frank Erwin Center were caught by surprise when Triple H's entrance music. "Now this... This is interesting," Corey Graves said before 'The Game' stepped out onto the stage, mystery surrounding Hunter since TLC: Tables, Ladders and Chairs last Sunday. "Maybe we'll finally get some answers as it pertains to Triple H's involvement with the number one contender for the WWE Championship, Seth Rollins," Mauro Ranallo stated. Hunter made his way down to the ring and grabbed a microphone, waiting for the fans to quiet down before speaking. "You all want answers, right? That's what everybody has been asking me for ever since TLC, even though everything should be obvious by now. But, because Seth Rollins gave his side of the story on SmackDown, I'll give mine tonight. Several people can be deemed responsible for my life turning upside down this year. CM Punk. Paige. Everybody in that damn Uprising group, but let's focus on the guy who was the sole reason that the Uprising ever happened in the first place. The same man who I watched literally drive a car into AJ Styles' house. The guy who delivered the final blow to me at SummerSlam and forced me out of my position as the WWE COO. You all cheer for Dean Ambrose without realizing that you're only harming him. Whenever the maniac does something reprehensible, you applaud him and tell him to do it again! You encourage Ambrose's lunatic ways, which I should thank everyone for because you people gave him the confidence to put his Manifest Destiny prize on the line against Seth Rollins at TLC. It was the perfect opportunity that I had to extract my revenge against Ambrose for ending The Committee. He took something from me and in return, I took something from him. At the same time, this gives me the chance to right my own wrongs. See, this year, I've instilled my trust into the wrong talent. I thought I was handpicking the future of WWE, not knowing that I was picking a bunch of losers. I took Derrick Bateman under my wing and what did he do? Got himself injured, vacated the Money in the Bank briefcase and lost his mind. Then, AJ Styles was my new chosen one. All that did was get me beaten down in the WarGames match and end up where I am today. So how fitting is it that one of them will be the one who presents the true future of WWE with the championship gold at the Royal Rumble? Seth Rollins is the guy who I should've gone with the entire time. He's Derrick Bateman and AJ Styles wrapped into one super athlete. He's got the look. The charisma. The ability. The experience. He's not afraid to strike at all costs. If I can be honest, it's like looking into a mirror and seeing a younger version of myself when I was hungry and determined to be the best. Seth Rollins was born to be the WWE Champion and at the Royal Rumble, I'll be right there, ready to present him with what he deserves far, far, far more than Dean Ambrose. Either you believe in Seth Rollins or you get left behind because he's not going anywhere... And neither am I."
In the locker room area, the WWE Championship was shown resting on a chair before the camera panned to the left to show AJ Styles preparing for his Six Man Tag Team match later on tonight. While Styles was warming up, his two partners, Big Cass and the Hardcore Champion, Enzo Amore, walked into the room, asking if he was ready for tonight. "Let's get one thing straight right now. Just because we're teaming up tonight doesn't mean that we're all of a sudden friends. I didn't do what I did on SmackDown to help you, Enzo. I was just getting back at Derrick Bateman. Do what you're supposed to tonight against The Wyatt Family and follow my lead out there." Enzo and Cass, while not fans of Styles' word choices, didn't have any issue with Styles captaining their team due to his experience. "I do have one question, though. What's your beef withe Xbox? I love Xbox," Styles asked Enzo, referring to the bit at TLC where Enzo condemned a child for wanting an Xbox One for Christmas. "Here's a little story, Styles. Couple years ago when I was a young'un rocking in college, I got one of those Xbox 216s for Christmas," Enzo said before Cass corrected him. "360, Zo." "... 360. 216. Whatever. I had one of them things. One day, I come back to my room after killing it in the gym like I always do, howyadoing, and I turn the damn thing on it and it starts blinking red at me. It bit the dust and I threw it out the window. Am I such a bad guy for not wanting little kids on Christmas to go through what I did? Huh? Cass, am I bad guy?" Enzo asked. "... You're not a bad guy for that reason." Perplexed by Enzo's story, Styles asked him why he didn't return the console for a new one? "... You could do that?" Enzo quietly asked. Already growing frustrated with the conversation, Styles picked up the WWE Title and left the room. "Did you know that?" Enzo asked Cass. "Yes, Zo. I knew that. Warranty. It's good for you."
► KEVIN OWENS DEF. R-TRUTH: Looking to continue riding his post-TakeOver and TLC wave of momentum, Kevin Owens managed to pick up a victory over R-Truth after a Pop-Up Powerbomb. Truth, who wished everyone a happy Thanksgiving during his pre-match musical number, was brought to the outside by Owens, who was looking to deliver a Powerbomb onto the ring apron. That was not to be, however, as Tyson Kidd, who Owens took out at TLC and berated in his Slammy acceptance speech, made his return by rushing down to ringside and attacking Owens! Kidd fired away with right hand shots before Dropkicking Owens into the apron. Owens hurled up the entrance ramp, doing what he could to get away from Kidd. Uncharacteristically, the WWE Universe got behind Kidd and unanimously cheered him, the former United States Champion being shown in a heroic light for the first time in nearly a year.
► BRAUN STROWMAN DEF. JEREMIAH PORTER: For the second week in a row, a very unfortunate local competitor found himself standing across the ring from the mammoth known as Braun Strowman. Byron Saxton interviewed Jeremiah Porter before the match, asking him if he had planned on visiting family this holiday season. "I... Did," were the only word he could utter as Strowman approached him. When the bell rang, Strowman grabbed Porter by his head and threw him across the ring. He charged towards the local competitor and sandwiched him into a corner. After letting out a shout, Strowman picked Porter up and dropped him with a Reverse Chokeslam. Strowman got the cover for the easy victory, extending his winning streak that is very likely to not end anytime soon, if ever.
Backstage, Derrick Bateman and Baron Corbin were shown walking down a corridor, the two set to watch the main event that will feature their Concrete Jungle opponents. Bateman was approached by Bo Rotundo, who was incredibly distraught after what happened to Ryback earlier in the evening. "Randy Orton kicked my best friend in the head! He needs to pay!" Bo shouted, Bateman asking what he wanted him to do about it. After Bo stated that he wanted Orton to be suspended, Bateman said, "Look, I'd love to suspend Randy Orton, but that requires paperwork and I really don't have the time for that." Bo looked lost afterwards, believing that Bateman was not going to take any action against Orton. "How about this, Bo? If you want Orton punished, then you be the one to do it. It's you versus him at Concrete Jungle." Bateman patted Bo on the shoulder before continuing on his way with Corbin, Bo being granted the biggest match of his career this Sunday night.
► WWE CHAMPION AJ STYLES, HARDCORE CHAMPION ENZO AMORE & BIG CASS VS. THE WYATT FAMILY W/ PAIGE ENDED IN A NO CONTEST: A massive Six Man Tag Team match to set the stage for Concrete Jungle this Sunday on the WWE Network. Derrick Bateman and Baron Corbin watched from ringside, along with Paige, who was in the corner of her new-found family. After Enzo Amore took a beating from Bray Wyatt, the Hardcore Champion was able to use an Enzuguri to free himself and finally make the tag to AJ Styles. Wyatt tagged in Luke Harper, who was hit with a springboard Clothesline from Styles. The WWE Champion knocked Wyatt and Erick Rowan off of the ring apron before dodging a Big Boot from Harper. Styles caught him with a Pele Kick before going for the Styles Clash, Bateman choosing that as his moment to attack Styles. Corbin joined Bateman in his attack on Styles for a second before the both of them were shoulder tackled by Big Cass. Cats headed out to ringside and went after Corbin. The Wyatt Family gathered near the announce tables and watched the carnage unfold, Wyatt staying true to what he said earlier when he told Bateman that his stable wouldn't be pawns in Bateman's plan. Styles and Bateman brawled in the ring while Cass and Corbin went at it off to the side. The Wyatt Family would soon be surprised by the arrival of the Women's Champion, AJ Lee. AJ stepped onto the announce table and leaped off with a Thesz Press onto Paige, getting back to her feet before running up the entrance ramp. AJ did so because she knew that while Paige was transformed into a monster on the outside, in her heart, she was still the 'Anti-Diva' with a competitive edge. Paige ran towards AJ, Wyatt trying to instruct her to wait until Sunday for her moment. Paige didn't listen and met AJ on the ramp, the two trading fists before officials arrived to separate all three brawls. Concert Jungle is live, this Sunday night from Madison Square Garden!
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Post by tg11 on Sept 23, 2016 8:28:58 GMT -5
- Seeing the way RAW started off with the half-owner Bateman alongside Baron Corbin the now former WWE Hardcore Champion and Kaitlyn...I mean do they have to start off RAW every single week like seriously? I mean I guess I could understand given the fact that Bateman's "heavy" Corbin lost the WWE Hardcore Championship to Enzo Amore but he only lost the title because AJ Styles the WWE Champion and Bateman's opponent at WWE Concrete Jungle interfered in the match but with Corbin getting his rematch at WWE Concrete Jungle...I figured that the rematch would happen there but I was expecting it to happen right here on RAW but saving it for the WWE Live PPV special makes sense too but then seeing The Wyatt Family show up to interrupt Bateman and company I was so happy I was literally saying Thank God for the Wyatts...and then seeing Bateman and company scared to death was funny as hell because it should be...Bateman and company should fear the Wyatts because they are the ones who Bateman can't control and seeing Wyatt with Bateman and Harper & Rowan with Corbin and Kaitlyn with Paige who is now a Wyatt I mean I was hoping that The Wyatt Family would just beat down Bateman and company I would have loved every second of that hell it would have been a perfect start to RAW as far as I'm concerned
- Bateman notices just how much of a threat The Wyatt Family really are so he makes a match for the 2014 Royal Rumble PPV...CM Punk defending his WWE Intercontinental Championship against Bray Wyatt...now that will definitely be a collision to say the least
- Glad The Wyatt Family put Bateman on notice because they are not pawns that Bateman can control because no one no one controls The Wyatt Family
- The New Day go up 1-0 in the Best of 7 Series for the WWE Tag Team Championships by beating the WWE Tag Team Champions Eddie Edwards & Davey Richards the Alpha Wolves in Match 1 to start off this 7 match series...this reminds me of any sport especially when it is playoff season like think NBA, NHL or MLB when an away team beats the home team to start off the series with The New Day being the away team and The Alpha Wolves being the home team how will they be able to recover to tie the series and make it 1-1? Or will The New Day go up 2-0 in the series? I mean the first team to 4 wins wins the titles
- Alexa Bliss beating Tamina...rookie beating a relative veteran in the Divas division and considering Bliss she is a future WWE Women's Champion she pretty much has proven that not only does she have what it takes to become WWE Women's Champion but that she could very well become the next #1 Contender for the WWE Women's Championship depending on who wins the WWE Women's Championship match at WWE Concrete Jungle between Paige and the WWE Women's Champion AJ Lee so I am sure Bliss will watch that match very intently but then again I wonder if Sofia Cortez though if she is done with Alexa Bliss yet?
- MizTV with Miz the WWE United States Champion and his wife Maryse with their guests being Dash & Dawson and Bobby Roode 3 of the WWE's newest signings I was shocked that they were guests on MizTV but then again it makes so much sense because they are very well a part of The New Era hell they ushered it in with Dash & Dawson taking out Wrestling Royalty and now they are on a mission to revive tag team wrestling...I wonder if they will start calling themselves "The Revival"? As for Roode he has his match at WWE Concrete Jungle against Cody Rhodes...first time ever like that is a Dream Match in my opinion a Dream Match we will get to see and then seeing the 3 guests and Miz all being interrupted by Cody Rhodes and then Austin Aries and then Daniel Bryan and it all ending in a melee with the faces standing tall I mean that is quite a perfect MizTV episode probably the best one yet hands down
- Adam Cole w/Lana beating Rusev in a Miracle on 34th Street Fight I mean after all we are in the holiday season it is Christmas after all so to see them going at it in a Christmas setting in a fight this is what Christmas RAW is all about...this was a perfect match but then again seeing Cole beat Rusev I mean this just goes to show us that after all maybe Rusev can't beat Cole that Cole just may have his number after all but I wonder if one or both of these men will be in the 2014 Royal Rumble Match? I mean we know Bobby Roode has already gone on record to say that he is in the Royal Rumble Match but will Cole and Rusev enter?
- Bliss I think it is safe to say that she is aligned or has aligned herself with Bateman and Kaitlyn
- Mojo Rawley I wonder if he will be a free agent and have to be forced to compete on RAW and Smackdown against superstars just to get a contract much like how Heath Slater had to in real life?
- Randy Orton beating Ryback...I mean Orton has shown that he is all business when it comes to winning the 2014 Royal Rumble Match I mean he beats Ryback not just beats him but beats him in a dominant convincing way by not only RKOing Ryback but punting Ryback in the skull...I love that Orton is punting superstars in the skull again I am so happy Orton has brought "The Punt" back it is about time and him punting Ryback just goes to show us that with one swift kick to the head he can put down anyone at any time
- Triple H explaining his alliance with Seth Rollins...hearing his explanation now hearing it fully for the first time it all makes sense now but Triple H saying he sees himself in Rollins I can definitely see the comparisons I can see the parallels I mean Seth Rollins reminds me so much of Triple H well he reminds me of a young Attitude Era early 2000s Triple H in the way he carries himself and seeing Triple H mentor Rollins reminds me so much of Ric Flair taking Triple H under his wing...that is how Evolution was born...a new Evolution with Triple H and Rollins it is almost inevitable at this point
- Seeing Enzo Amore the WWE Hardcore Champion with Big Cass in that Christmas comedy segment with the X-Box One vs the X-Box 360 was a laugh riot I definitely loved every minute of it...just goes to show you the spirit of Christmas is here
- Kevin Owens beating R-Truth...I was kind of hoping for Owens to beat the holy hell out of Truth and give him the Ring Apron Powerbomb because then by doing that Owens would have done us all a favor and ended R-Truth's comedy schtick once and for all because then Truth can go back to being a serious person once and for all but then out of nowhere Kidd shows up to save R-Truth why would Tyson Kidd show up to save R-Truth? Of all the people it is Tyson Kidd I still can't believe it especially after everything Tyson Kidd has not only done to his now ex wife Natalya but what he did to his ex-father-in-law Jim The Anvil Neidhart and then what he did to Natalya's Uncle Bret The Hitman Hart I mean after he did all of that and now he shows up out of nowhere saving R-Truth and then taking out Owens only for Owens to run off in retreat...I mean if this was a babyface turn for Kidd it was definitely unexpected to say the least I mean no build-up for his face turn
- Braun Strowman beats yet another superstar a jobber no less...the undefeated streak continues and with that I mean who will be able to stop this monster this mountain of a man? No one can I mean he has simply tore his way through jobbers I mean give him some real competition give him actual superstars who he can face and then beat
- Orton vs Dallas at WWE Concrete Jungle...I wonder if we will see Orton punt Bo Dallas in the skull just like he did Ryback? Or will we see Bo with the upset of the century beating Orton? It could happen
- And the main event ending in a melee with it ending in a No Contest because of the WWE Champion Styles brawling with Bateman and then Big Cass brawling with Baron Corbin and then the Wyatts brawling only for the WWE Women's Champion AJ Lee to show up and Paige meeting her as they go at it I mean this was probably one of the best Christmas RAWs that I have ever seen hands down that is how good it was but it also had a holiday type feel to it as well
- Tomorrow in this diary it is Christmas Eve but then again on Wednesday NXT it will be December 25th Christmas Day but then I wonder if we will get a Tribute to the Troops show this year?
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Post by Planktung on Oct 20, 2016 14:11:16 GMT -5
December 25th, 2013 - After the usual NXT intro video, Rob Naylor and Josh Barnett were shown in an empty Full Sail Arena for the second week in a row. Last week, the commentary duo took a look back at the year for the tag team division in NXT. Tonight, the women take center stage. "The 'Women's Revolution,' if you will, that we saw on the main roster took the world by storm, but the NXT women have made their own impacts as well," Barnett stated before Naylor transitioned into the first topic of the show. "It was on January 9th when the finals of the NXT Women's Championship tournament took place. In the first NXT match of 2013, Emma and Raquel Diaz found themselves in the right place at the right time to make history."
JANUARY 9TH, 2013 - EMMA DEF. RAQUEL DIAZ IN THE FINALS OF THE NXT WOMEN'S CHAMPIONSHIP TOURNAMENT: NXT in 2013 kicked off in a big way as the first-ever NXT Women’s Champion was about to be crowned. The audience in Full Sail University was firmly behind Emma all the way throughout. After Raquel Diaz was able to kick out of a German Suplex, Vickie Guerrero stepped onto the ring apron to try and provide a distraction for Emma. She, however, responded by performing her signature dance, poking Vickie in the eye with her right hand. Raquel rolled Emma up, but only managed to get a two count. Once they were both back on their feet, Emma planted her with a Neckbreaker before applying the Emma Lock! Raquel held on for as long as she could, but the pain soon became unbearable as she submitted. The NXT Universe erupted as Emma was announced as the first-ever NXT Women's Champion. She was handed the title as tears of joy streamed from her eyes. She raised the title in the air as the entire audience performed her signature dance in celebration. History is made here tonight as Emma is the inaugural NXT Women's Champion!
Returning to the broadcast, Rob Naylor and Josh Barnett put over the performance of Emma during the first half of 2013, both stating that there was no better woman to carry the NXT women's division in its early stages than her. "Emma was able to rid NXT of both Raquel Diaz and Vickie Guerrero, but at the same time, a new challenger stepped up to the plate to show Emma that there was a new girl in town. Or rather, a new 'Boss' in town. At NXT TakeOver, Emma found herself going one-on-one with Sasha Banks for the NXT Women's Championship."
NXT TAKEOVER - SASHA BANKS DEF. EMMA TO WIN THE NXT WOMEN'S CHAMPIONSHIP: While the WWE Universe is still buzzing about AJ Lee and Paige's match that closed out Extreme Rules ten nights ago, Emma and Sasha Banks provided the alternative in what was one of the best wrestling bouts between two women in recent memory. The first attempt at a finisher came when Sasha attempted to hit Emma with a Backstabber and follow it up with the Bank Statement, but Emma managed to hold onto the top rope, causing 'The Boss' to fall back-first onto the canvas. Sasha immediately got to her feet and charged at Emma, but the NXT Women's Champion dodged the shot, wrapped her arms around Sasha's waist and delivered a German Suplex! Emma got the cover, but Sasha managed to narrowly kick out. Emma tried to pick Sasha up, but found herself in a small package roll up. Emma was able to kick out as she and Sasha got to their feet and connected with Clotheslines to each other. Both women got to their knees, exhausted to the point where they were using each other to try to get up. Sasha struck Emma with a closed fist, the defending champion doing the same. The two engaged in a fist fight until Emma hit Sasha with a headbutt, following that up with a knee strike. Emma covered Sasha, but there was still fight left in 'The Boss' as she kicked out. Sasha crawled to a corner as Emma saw an opening to deliver the Emma Sandwich, but Sasha moved out of the way as Emma collided with the bottom turnbuckle. Sasha climbed onto the top rope, waiting for the right moment. She then attempted to hit a Missile Dropkick, but Emma managed to catch her legs and apply the Emma Lock! The hold was cinched in in the middle of the ring as Sasha had nowhere to go! However, Sasha was able to take her free hand and begin pulling on Emma's hair. Sasha pulled violently as Emma soon had to release the hold. She struck Sasha repeatedly in the back before trying to reapply the hold. However, Sasha kicked Emma away into a corner. Emma collided with the turnbuckles, staggering back into the center of the ring. Sasha slid in-between Emma's legs, coming up behind her and delivering the Backstabber, following it up with the Bank Statement! Emma tried to reach the ropes, but came to a point where she could no longer extend her arm out enough or move her body. She attempted to roll out of the submission hold, but it turned out to be a mistake as Sasha kept it in! Emma was stuck in the center of the ring as 'The Boss' still had the Bank Statement full applied. Ultimately, Emma had no choice but to submit.
A promo was shown for this Friday's edition of SmackDown. On the last episode of 2013, a huge Six Man Tag Team main event takes place, featuring the in-ring debuts of three of Derrick Bateman's newest signings. Cody Rhodes, Daniel Bryan and Austin Aries take on Scott Dawson, Dash Wilder and the United States Champion, The Miz. Plus, two days before the rematch of the 2013 Match of the Year, Paige and the WWE Women's Champion, AJ Lee, will come face-to-face. SmackDown, this Friday night on SyFy.
Back in the Full Sail Arena, Rob Naylor and Josh Barnett spoke highly of Sasha Banks' reign as the NXT Women's Champion, citing her as the one to put the women's division on the map. "Emma got the wheels rolling, but Sasha took the division to new heights that the ladies will have a tough time following in 2014," said Barnett. Naylor then noted that the rise of the NXT women's division was not solely because of Sasha, but also her biggest rival of the year. "When the NXT Universe gets behind you, they're with you all the way. Through the good and that bad, they stand behind their heroes, and in the women's division, you'd be hard-pressed to find a bigger hero than a young lady with a tremendous heart. Sasha Banks met her match in the form of Bayley, and NXT TakeOver: Revision, the two of them had a match that is still being talked about to this day. Partly because of the quality of the match, but also because of the controversial ending that shattered the hearts of everyone watching."
NXT TAKEOVER: REVISION - BAYLEY DEF. SASHA BANKS TO WIN THE NXT WOMEN'S CHAMPIONSHIP... SORT OF: After the completion of the pre-match video package, new entrance music for Bayley sounded, "Dream Catcher" by Set It Off. Bayley wore tassels on her arms, but above all else to her new entrance attire was the expression on her face. "That is the expression of a girl who has dreamed about this moment her entire life," Corey Graves said. When the chorus of the song kicked in, Bayley spread her arms out as two Inflatable Tube Men shot up from the stage. The audience cheered Bayley on thunderously, giving her the biggest ovation up to that point of the event. "It's everything you wanted, maybe more," was the line from the theme music that repeated in Bayley's head as she looked out into crowd. Many people (herself included) began to tear up from the pure emotion that could be felt in the atmosphere. After the music silenced, the audience chanted Bayley's name for close to a minute before Sasha Banks' theme hit. Mixing Sasha's attitude with the crowd support for Bayley resulted in 'The Boss' receiving the biggest heat yet. Once in the ring, Sasha handed the NXT Women's Championship over the official before Eden Rhodes made the big pre-match introductions. "This is one of the most incredible things I've ever seen," Graves stated on commentary towards the amount of support from the Full Sail audience for Bayley. The bell sounded as the two Divas locked up, Bayley going behind Sasha and getting the quick roll up. Sasha managed to kick out at two, but rolled out of the ring as she was caught off guard by how quickly she nearly lost the Women's Title. Sasha rolled back into the ring, only to be caught in a small package roll up. 'The Boss' was able to kick out, her aggression levels rising after coming close to losing for the second time in just the first minute of the bout. She rammed Bayley into a corner, striking her repeatedly as the official began the five count. Sasha backed away into the opposite corner, charging into Bayley with running double knees. Sasha covered Bayley, only getting a two count of out it. She brought Bayley back up to her feet, throwing her against the ropes. "You don't belong here, Bayley! You're just a little girl in MY world!" Sasha shouted before slapping Bayley. Bayley, however, retaliated with a slap of her own! Bayley delivered a few more slaps with both hands before taking Sasha down by her legs, applying a single-legged Boston Crab. Sasha was able to reach the ropes relatively quickly before sliding out underneath the bottom rope. While Sasha was taking a breather, Bayley climbed up to the top rope and came down with a Flying Crossbody to the outside! Bayley crashed onto Sasha, but women remaining down for a few seconds before the challenger rolled the champion back into the ring. Sasha was able to kick out of the pinfall at two. Bayley brought Sasha to her feet, attempting a Suplex. Sasha, however, landed on her feet, connecting with the Backstabber! She attempted to transition into the Bank Statement, but Bayley rolled out of the predicament. Sasha brought her back into the center of the ring, attempting the Bank Statement again. Bayley rolled Sasha into another pinning predicament, 'The Boss' able to kick out. The defending NXT Women's Champion sprung to her feet and kicked Bayley in the side of her head before stomping away onto her arm. "Smart strategy by the NXT Women's Champion. Targeting the two parts of Bayley's body that are most affected by the Bank Statement," said Graves. Sasha placed Bayley's arm against the top turnbuckle, charging into it with both of her knees. Bayley held her arm in agony as Sasha got the cover, trying to force all of her weight onto the bad arm. Bayley kicked at two before Sasha covered her again, attempting to wear out Bayley's arm with the repeated pinfalls. Bayley turned the tables on Sasha, surprising her with a roll up. Sasha kicked out before grabbing Bayley's head, hitting her with a knee to the forehead. Bayley was laid out on the canvas as Sasha could have gone for the cover, but instead climbed onto the top rope. Paying tribute to one of her biggest inspirations, 'The Boss' attempted to hit a Frog Splash, but Bayley was able to move out of harm's way in time. Both women got to their feet at the same time, Bayley using her good arm to repeatedly take Sasha down. She stepped onto the top rope, struggling along the way due to her arm. Regardless, Bayley was able to connect with a Diving Back Elbow, covering Sasha for the two count. Bayley got up to her feet as the crowd began chanting, "This is awesome!" to show their appreciation for this match. Bayley waited patiently for Sasha to get up, wincing at times due to her bad arm. She turned Sasha around and attempted the Belly-to-Bayley, but the Women's Champion took Bayley down to the canvas by her bad arm, placing her in the Bank Statement! Sasha pulled back on Bayley's head furiously, trying to force her to submit at that point. Bayley's hand was shaking as she raised, considering giving up. "You've come too far, Bayley! Hold on!" Jason Albert said on commentary. Using the support of the NXT Universe, along with her own will to win, Bayley managed to reach the bottom rope. Sasha released the Bank Statement and slammed her fists onto the canvas, enraged that the much-adored challenger was still hanging on in this match. Bayley had to use the ropes to get to her feet, and once she was up, Sasha hit her with a huge forearm. Bayley responded with one of her own, having to use her good arm. The two exchanged forearms before Sasha was able to get the upper hand. 'The Boss' ran the ropes and attempted to hit one final forearm shot, but Bayley caught her by surprise with a one-arm Belly-to-Bayley! The NXT Universe jumped in excitement as Sasha was down and out! All Bayley had to do was cover her and she would be the new NXT Women's Champion! Bayley's bad arm wouldn't allow her to immediately go for the victory, however. She had to crawl towards Sasha, finally managing to cover her. However, she didn't act quickly enough as Sasha got a shoulder up right before the official could count to three! Bayley placed the palm of her hand over her face, upset with herself in allowing Sasha the time that she needed to kick out. Bayley backed into a corner, once again waiting for 'The Boss' to get her feet. Sasha stood in the opposite corner, Bayley charging into her with a shot from her good arm. Bayley ravenously struck away on Sasha, reaching the point where the official had to step in. Bayley, not noticing him, inadvertently struck the official in the head with an elbow, knocking him out. As Bayley continued to pulverize Sasha, the NXT Women's Champion slid underneath Bayley. She attempted to deliver the Backstabber, but Bayley used her good arm to hold onto the top rope. Sasha crashed back-first onto the canvas, rising to her feet only to have Bayley get a hold of her. The challenger delivering a Belly-to-Bayley into the turnbuckles, holding onto Sasha and connecting with another one onto the mat! Bayley covered Sasha as a new official ran into the ring, making the three count! "She did it!! Bayley is the NXT Women's Champion!!" was the call made by Byron Saxton as the roof nearly came off of the Full Sail Arena. Bayley stood on her knees with her arm over her eyes, trying to wipe away the tears that were pouring down her face. "Here is your winner... and NEW NXT Women's Champion, Bayley!" announced Eden Rhodes as Bayley was handed the title. She stared at it while continuing to cry before rising to her feet. "She's dreamed of this moment her entire life! Picked on as a child because she was different, Bayley never once even thought about giving up and she is now the NXT Women's Champion! Congratulations, Bayley! You've earned this!" Jason Albert said he stood up from his chair at the announce table, applauding the new champion. Bayley raised the title high in the air as the original referee regained consciousness, speaking to the official who came out at the conclusion of the match to make the three count. The two officials went over to ringside, saying something to Eden. Bayley's music was silenced as Eden took her microphone, making an announcement that she didn't want to, but had no choice. "Ladies and gentlemen, I have just been informed that due to disqualification, the winner of this match.... and STILL the NXT Women's Champion, Sasha Banks," Eden said, heartbroken over the result. The audience members either responded through silence or rampant boos as cameras showed many of them with their mouths wide open in shock. The original official for the match took the NXT Women's Title away from Bayley as she reached out for it, her spirit absolutely shattered due to literally watching the championship slip out of her hands. The title was handed over to Sasha Banks, who clutched it to her chest while running up the entrance ramp, looking back at Bayley as she laughed at her. Chants of "bullsh*t!" rained from the audience while Bayley laid face down in the ring, crying into the canvas that she and Sasha used to paint a masterpiece. She won the match. She pinned Sasha Banks. She was crowned the NXT Women's Champion.... but because of one false move, it all meant nothing anymore. The officials tried to assist Bayley out of the ring, but as soon as the one that she struck touched her, she rose to her feet and planted him with the Belly-to-Bayley! Bayley held her arm while crying her eyes out, exiting the ring soon thereafter. You could make an argument at that point for what hurt Bayley more - her arm or the fact that the NXT Women's Championship was literally taken out of her hands. The NXT Universe gave Bayley a standing ovation, but she couldn't allow herself to acknowledge the cheers due to her broken heart.
Returning from the last commercial break, Rob Naylor and Josh Barnett were ready to present the highlights of one of NXT's most-acclaimed matches of 2013. "After Bayley had the NXT Women's Championship literally ripped out of her hands at TakeOver: Revision, she made it clear that she still had her sights set on Sasha Banks and the Women's Title. Bayley returned from her suspension at WWE/NXT Unison, and it wasn't long before the rematch for the championship was announced for TakeOver: Forever in Houston. But that wasn't enough for our General Manager, 'The American Dream' Dusty Rhodes. Dusty decided to name a special guest referee befitting of a match of that caliber in Texas. Sasha Banks and Bayley competed in NXT's biggest rematch to date, and the guest referee to call the match down the middle and ensure there was no controversy? One of the biggest names in professional wrestling history, Stone Cold Steve Austin."
NXT TAKEOVER: FOREVER - BAYLEY DEF. SASHA BANKS TO WIN THE NXT WOMEN'S CHAMPIONSHIP: As soon as the sound of glass shattering was heard, the roof just about came off of the Toyota Center. One of the most iconic superstars in WWE history, Stone Cold Steve Austin, made his way down to the ring, ready to officiate a match that only someone of his nature could. "What many people don't know is that Steve Austin took this role here tonight because he wanted to. Not because of a paycheck involved. Not for any air time. He genuinely wanted to be a part of history here tonight and officiate the biggest rematch we've ever seen in NXT!" Rob Naylor said while Austin posed on all four corners in the ring. His music silenced at the same time that Bayley was shown walking towards the gorilla position backstage, the crowd roaring for her. "This is all she has left. One final chance at becoming the NXT Women's Champion," said Naylor before Bayley walked through the curtain with "Dream Catcher" by Set It Off sounding. Bayley stepped out onto the stage, perhaps realizing at that moment that the biggest match of her career had finally arrived. She was standing in an arena with over 15,000 cheering her on, and Stone Cold Steve Austin in the ring. "Because I've opened up my eyes to see I'm right where I planned to be... Today!" was the line from her song that preceded the inflatable tube men rising from the ground, these particular ones twice as large as the ones normally seen in Full Sail University. Once Bayley was in the ring, she stared at Steve Austin with a blank expression. "It's nice to meet you," Austin said to Bayley before shaking her hand. Naylor pointed out that Bayley, who is very easily star-struck, barely reacted to Steve Austin because of how focused she is and needs to be on this match. After Bayley's music faded out, Sasha Banks' started up to a mixed reaction. The defending champion stepped out onto the stage, and once she performed her signature pose, an inflatable 'Boss' sign formed behind her. Naylor mentioned the likelihood of said sign being a shot at Bayley's tube men while Sasha approached the ring. While standing on the apron, she removed her shades and glanced at Austin, making a three count gesture with her hand. She then unstrapped the NXT Women's Title and raised it while staring down Bayley. Austin claimed the title and held it in his arms while JoJo gave the introductions. Austin brought both women to the center of the ring, telling them that there would be a clear and decisive winner. "No BS on Stone Cold Steve Austin's watch," he said before calling for the bell. Sasha's first move was to grab Bayley by her arm, trying to place her into the Bank Statement early. Bayley pushed Sasha's arm away, grabbing her by the head and ramming her face into the top turnbuckle. Sasha backed against corner, Bayley capitalizing by ramming her elbow into the head of 'The Boss.' Bayley brought Sasha away from the corner, hitting her with two forearm strikes before whipping her into the ropes. Bayley bent over in preparation for a Back Body Drop, but Sasha countered it by kicking Bayley in the face. Sasha took Bayley down by both her legs, clubbing away with strikes while Austin gave her the order to get off of the canvas by the count of five. "I know the rules!" Sasha shouted at Austin, taking her eye off of Bayley for just a second. Bayley then grabbed Sasha's arm and brought her to the mat, trying to apply the Bank Statement herself! Sasha was able to roll Bayley into a pinning predicament, Austin making a two count. When both women stood up, Bayley wrapped her arms around Sasha, looking for the Bayley-to-Belly! 'The Boss', however, was able to free herself after headbutting Bayley three times. Sasha struck Bayley behind her right knee, forcing her onto the canvas before kicking her in the back. Sasha brought Bayley closer to a corner, setting her body up on the ropes before driving both knees into her stomach! Sasha covered Bayley, still unable to secure the victory. Growing more frustrated, Sasha placed Bayley's head against the bottom rope, scraping the sole of her boot against her face. Austin forced Sasha away from Bayley, saying that he wouldn't hesitate to disqualify her if she didn't keep the bout clean. Sasha returned to Bayley, who was holding onto the top rope to try to help herself up. Sasha grabbed Bayley both both her legs, pulling her away from the ropes. Bayley, however, was able to land on her feet, grabbing Sasha and planting her with the Bayley-to-Belly! Before Bayley could get a cover, Sasha rolled out from underneath the bottom rope. Instead of going right after the champion, Bayley bided her time and allowed Sasha to get off the ground. When 'The Boss' finally did so, Bayley ran the ropes and launched herself onto the NXT Women's Champion with a Somersault Plancha! The instant replay slowed down the spot, showing the impact of Sasha's head bouncing off of the floor. Bayley was the first back to her feet, rolling Sasha in and getting a two count off of a pin attempt. Bayley would then head to the top rope, Rob Naylor mentioning that she had been practicing an Elbow Drop at the Performance Center last week as a tribute to Randy Savage. However, she would not be allowed to execute it as Sasha jumped onto the top rope, taking Bayley down with a Frankensteiner! Bayley was flat on the canvas while Sasha climbed back onto the top rope, flying through the air with a Frog Splash! Sasha hooked both of Bayley's legs on the cover, but somehow, the challenge stayed alive! Sasha was just about ready to lose every last bit of her composure, holding her hair back and covering her ears to block out the joyful screams from the audience. 'The Boss' would slowly get up to her feet and move towards a corner, Bayley following her. Sasha began climbing to the top rope yet again, only this time, Bayley was there to stop her. Bayley placed Sasha in position for an Electric Chair, but Sasha slid off of Bayley's shoulders and delivered the Backstabber! Sasha transitioned into the Bank Statement, the fans pleading with her to not submit. Bayley began crawling towards the bottom rope, but Sasha would try to stop her by kicking her repeatedly in the head! Bayley was stuck in place for a good few seconds, using only the energy from the Toyota Center to keep her going. Sasha reeled Bayley's head back as far she could, doing everything in her power to retain her championship. Bayley was successful in reaching the bottom rope, Sasha angrily releasing the submission hold. 'The Boss' would slide out to ringside, Bayley sticking her head out from underneath the bottom rope while catching her breath. Sasha caught Bayley with a Superkick before climbing onto the apron. Sasha springboarded off, but Bayley was able to put her knees up in time to fend off the aerial assault from the defending champion. Bayley cradled Sasha into a pin, unable to get the victory there. Both women stood to their feet, Bayley once again going for the Bayley-to-Belly. Sasha dropped to her knees to prevent the maneuver, but Bayley responded by instead placing Sasha in position for a Powerbomb. Bayley threw Sasha onto the canvas and against the lower turnbuckles, proceeding to stomp on her repeatedly in a scene very familiar to Austin. Bayley backed away and charged towards Sasha, but the NXT Women's Champion was able to move out of the way and force Bayley to crash her own knee into a turnbuckle. Sasha went for another Backstabber, but Bayley held onto the ropes. After Sasha got back up, she went after Bayley with a Clothesline and missed. Sasha turned around, only to be kicked in the mid-section and hit with a Stunner! Sasha's body bounced off of the ropes, falling right into Bayley's arms for the Bayley-to-Belly! Bayley covered Sasha, Austin dropping to the mat and making the biggest three count to date in NXT. The biggest ovation in recent memory for NXT filled the atmosphere as Bayley's theme music sounded, the brand new Women's Champion standing on her knees with her hands covering her face. When Bayley opened her eyes, the first thing she was Stone Cold Steve Austin presenting her with the NXT Women's Title. Bayley retrieved the title and had her arm raised in victory, the new champion hugging Austin and thanking him. "This was all you. You did this and I'm damn proud of you," Austin said to Bayley. The new champion stood on the second rope, raising the title and celebrating with the fans that stuck with her every step of the way. "No controversy. No over-rulings. This is real now. Bayley is the NXT Women's Champion!" Rob Naylor said, both he and Josh Barnett standing and applauding both women for their performances. Sasha Banks had finally come to, sitting near the ropes while crying after losing the biggest match of her career. 'The Boss' attempted to leave the ring, but Bayley stopped her. Sasha pushed Bayley away, initially wanting no further part of her. The women stared at each other for a bit, looking around the arena at the sea of fans that were chanting, "Match of the Year!" Despite everything that had occurred in their rivalry, Bayley opened her arms and offered Sasha a hug. 'The Boss' slowly walked towards Bayley and fell into her arms, the two hugging and breaking down emotionally together. Austin would then step in between both competitors, raising their arms and even thanking them for allowing him to officiate their match. Austin left the ring first, followed by Sasha as the two allowed Bayley the moment of a lifetime. The NXT Women's Championship now rests on the shoulder of the crowd's beloved underdog, Bayley.
After the completion of the highlights, Rob Naylor said that the image of Bayley being handed the NXT Women's Championship by Steve Austin in front of over 15,000 people still gives him chills. "It's moments like those that make me proud to be a part of the industry, and I'm sure there will be many more of those classic events in NXT to come in 2014," Josh Barnett added. Naylor then said that Bayley and the NXT Universe will not have to wait long to find out who her first challenger will be. On January 8th, a Six Pack Challenge will take place to determine the number one contender to the NXT Women's Title. Becky Lynch, Billie Kay, Peyton Royce, Nicole Matthews, Portia Perez and making her long-awaited return to action, the first-ever NXT Women's Champion, Emma.
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Post by Planktung on Oct 20, 2016 14:11:39 GMT -5
December 27th, 2013 - After the airing of the signature WWE intro, cameras cut directly to the American Bank Center in Corpus Christi, Texas. Michael Cole was shown already in the ring with a handful of security guards, taking every measure needed for the face-to-face confrontation between Paige and her opponent this Sunday at Concrete Jungle. The WWE Women's Champion, AJ Lee. Cole began by reminding the WWE Universe that Paige and AJ's last one-on-one Pay-Per-View encounter was awarded the 2013 Match of Year Slammy. "These two women have made history in 2013, and at the end of it all, they're ready to do it again. First, I'd like to bring out the challenger in this contest. She is-" Cole said before the signature of The Wyatt Family hit. When the lights were back on, Paige was already in the ring. "... Paige," Cole murmured under his breath at the sight of the demonized Paige. The dark-eyed 'Anti-Diva' stared directly at the stage, waiting for the arrival of the champion. "Now, please welcome to the current WWE Women's Champion... AJ Lee." AJ's entrance music hit to a thunderous response from Corpus Christi. With the Women's Championship resting on her shoulder, AJ skipped down to the ring, where the security guards came in between her and Paige to prevent a physical altercation. "As I said just now, this is your first one-on-one encounter on Pay-Per-View since Extreme Rules, where you two put on the Match of the Year. What about this Sunday is different from Extreme Rules," Cole asked, AJ laughing at the question before pulling his microphone away from him. "What's different? Well, for starters, Paige has no eyes. Or, maybe they're just black eyes? I don't know. Either way, it doesn't scare me. Um, what else is different? I don't know, Cole. Does anyone here see anything different this time around?" AJ said while sarcastically raising the Women's Title for everyone to see. "Oh! That's right! Instead of being for the Divas Championship, we're fighting for the Women's Championship. But you know what isn't going to be different from Last Diva Standing? The result. I don't care that you're a Wyatt now, Paige. You still can't beat me and this Sunday, in the same part of the world where you shattered my dreams at WrestleMania, I shatter your face and walk out of Madison Square Garden still the WWE Women's Champion!" The audience applauded AJ for her comments before she threw the microphone onto the ground, Cole waiting to see if Paige would pick it up before going for it himself. Paige glanced down at the microphone, tilting her head and acting as if it was foreign to her. She would then slowly reach for the microphone, picking it up and putting it towards her face. "... Run," she said. "... I'm sorry? What, psycho?" AJ asked, putting her ear towards Paige with a grin on her face. "... Run," Paige said again, repeating herself. "Run? Really? You can say whatever you want to me right now, and you choose to be Bray Wyatt's parrot?" AJ said, trying to get under Paige's skin before she was cut off. "Run while you can, AJ. Run before the monsters pull you into the abyss and do to you what humanity did to me." Before speaking again, AJ cleared her throat and told Paige that she doesn't know what it was that happened to her between Survivor Series and TLC, but there is one thing that's clear to her. "When I attacked you on RAW, you didn't back down from me. Just like every other time we've met, you got back up and you tried to give me hell. That fighting spirit is still somewhere deep inside of you, Paige. On the outside, you're a hideous monster. On the inside, you're a hideous monster, but at the same time, still the woman who pushed me to edge earlier this year. Bray Wyatt hasn't completely changed you, and that's great news for you because the only chance that you have at beating me on Sunday is by being Paige and not one of Bray's sheep." AJ hoped that she would provoke Paige with her last comment, but the demonic 'Anti-Diva' remained still. "Don't you want to finish what you started at TLC, Paige? Don't you want to get your hands on me and pierce my body with barbed wire and thumbtacks again? Don't you want to be Women's Champion?" AJ tried her hardest to elicit any sort of reaction from Paige before security began escorting her out of the ring, Michael Cole ending the confrontation before things could escalate. After security got AJ out of the ring, she ran to the opposite side and slid back in. The Women's Champion took Paige down and began firing away with right and left hand shots, the security guards hurrying to restrain her again. After they had AJ in their arms, Paige rose to her feet and charged towards her. Paige tackled AJ to the canvas, returning the favor with strikes before security tried to pull them apart. As soon as one of the guards touched Paige, the Wyatt Family signature. After the lights came back on, Paige was nowhere to be seen. Looking around and realizing that the 'Anti-Diva' was gone, security tried to help AJ up her feet. The Women's Champion, however, refused any assistance. She simply took her title and walked up the entrance ramp. AJ was successful in getting a physical, violent reaction out of Paige, but she's going to have the wait for the continuation until Sunday night when the WWE Women's Championship is on the line at Concrete Jungle.
KEVIN OWENS VS. TYSON KIDD ENDED IN A DOUBLE COUNTOUT after both superstars brawled into the audience and didn't bother making it back into the ring in time for the official's ten count. Even after the bell sounded, Kevin Owens and Tyson Kidd continued to battle it out, forcing officials to hit the scene and separate them. "Just moments after AJ and Paige are restrained, Owens and Kidd take their fight to the same level!" Mauro Ranallo said on commentary over the audience's chants of, "Let them fight!" After what Owens' did to Kidd at TLC, along with his comments the night after at the Slammy Awards, it's clear that Kidd is looking to extract every bit of revenge against 'The Prize Fighter' as possible.
BARON CORBIN DEF. BIG CASS W/ HARDCORE CHAMPION ENZO AMORE via the End of Days. Before he invokes his rematch clause for the Hardcore Championship at Concrete Jungle, Baron Corbin was able to get some bit of retribution against Enzo Amore by putting away Big Cass here tonight. Corbin attempted to deliver a post-match assault to Cass before Enzo grabbed a steel chair and entered the ring. Corbin slid out underneath the bottom rope, Enzo taunting him while the right-hand man of Derrick Bateman motioned for the championship that he's seeking to reclaim in Madison Square Garden.
Backstage, Tom Philips was standing by with the man who will take on Randy Orton at Concrete Jungle, Bo Rotundo. Bo, who appeared to still be an emotional wreck after Orton punted Ryback in the skull on Monday, stepped into the picture as Philips asked if there is any update on Ryback's condition. "Ryback is fine, but I am not. My best friend spent Christmas in the hospital, and..." Bo said before sobbing, struggling to continue speaking. "And when I went to go visit him... He... He told me to get lost! Orton kicked my friend so hard, he can't even remember me!" Bo continued to cry, which only made Philips uncomfortable. Bo then picked his head back up, saying that there's always a bright side to everything. "This Sunday at Concrete Jungle, I get to return the favor to Randy Orton and hurt him worse than he hurt Ryback. People think I can't beat him in Madison Square Garden, but I think I can. In fact, I know I can. All I have to do... is Bolieve!" Bo shouted before crying yet again.
WWE TAG TEAM CHAMPIONS THE ALPHA WOLVES DEF. THE NEW DAY W/ XAVIER WOODS IN MATCH 2 IN THE BEST OF SEVEN SERIES via Superkick and Brainbuster to Kofi Kingston. The outcome to Match 2 was nearly identical to Match 1 as Big E attempted to Spear Davey Richards through the second rope during the set-up for Hunting Season. Richards, however, caught Big E on the top of his head with his knee before leaping off the apron with a Moonsault onto Xavier Woods. Kofi Kingston was able to slide off of Eddie Edwards' shoulders and roll him up for a two count. When Kofi got to his feet, Richards drilled him with a Missile Dropkick. Edwards hoisted Kingston up, allowing Richards to connect with a Superkick before Edwards delivered the Brainbuster! Edwards got the cover on Kingston for the win to even the series at one a piece.
RANDY ORTON DEF. HEATH SLATER via the RKO. Picking up more momentum on his way to both Concrete Jungle and the Royal Rumble, 'The Viper' was able to put Heath Slater away with ease and send a message to Bo Rotundo that on Sunday, he's going to suffer the same fate that Ryback did on RAW.
In the locker room area, Daniel Bryan was shown preparing for tonight's Six Man Tag Team main event when Cathy Kelley approached him and asked for his thoughts on teaming with Cody Rhodes and Austin Aries tonight, as well as offer an insight into his friendship with Aries. "Austin Aries is a guy who I've known for what feels like forever. We've competed against each other numerous times, and we even once wrestled each other for almost eighty minutes. I'm beyond happy to see Aries finally make it to the WWE because I know how hard he's worked for this opportunity. As for the Six Man Tag Team match tonight, it's interesting to say the least. I'm teaming with two of the best wrestlers in the world today, so that's a plus. I've made The Miz tap out before and have no doubt that I can do it again tonight, but Scott Dawson and Dash Wilder are unknown entities to me. I've seen some of their work before at NXT live events, but I don't know what to expect from them." Just as Bryan was finishing up the interview, Cody Rhodes walked into the room, placing his bags down on the floor. "Cody, do you know what to expect from Dash and Dawson?" Bryan asked one of his tag team partners tonight. "... I'm not even sure which one's Dash and which one's Dawson," said Cody.
SOFIA CORTEZ DEF. ALICIA FOX via La Sicara. Making her first appearance since taking a chair shot to the face by Alexa Bliss at the Slammys, Sofia Cortez, bruised face and all, was able to bounce back from her Tables, Ladders and Chairs loss by defeating Alicia Fox. Afterwards, Renee Young stepped into the ring to get a word with Sofia about her upcoming number one contenders match against Bliss. The final Divas Champion said that Bliss is a little girl in a world that she's not ready for. "You look at my face right now and you'd think I went to war, but all that happened was 'Little Miss Bliss' got a good cheap shot in. Sunday, we're going one-on-one in this ring and she ain't gonna have that chance again. Bliss, sweetie, you're not ready for the big time yet. You're being handed opportunity after opportunity by Kaitlyn, so in Madison Square Garden, I'm gonna hand you what you really deserve: An ass-beating on my way to the WWE Women's Championship."
Prior to the start of the main event, Mauro Ranallo and Corey Graves ran down the line-up for this Sunday's Concrete Jungle event. In a bit of breaking news, Match 3 in the Best of Seven Series between The Alpha Wolves and The New Day will take place in the Garden. The NXT Tag Team Championships are up for grabs when The Addiction defend against Ricochet and Uhaa Nation. Baron Corbin invokes his rematch clause for the Hardcore Championship against Enzo Amore. Bo Rotundo competes in the biggest match of his career against Randy Orton. Sofia Cortez and Alexa Bliss collide in a match to determine the number one contender to the WWE Women's Championship. A Dream Match that no one believed would ever happen becomes a reality when Cody Rhodes goes up against Bobby Roode. AJ Lee has her first Women's Title defense against the woman she took on in the 2013 Match of the Year, Paige. And lastly, the complexion of WWE can change forever in one main event. Derrick Bateman is one match away from becoming WWE Champion, and his opportunity comes in Madison Square Garden against 'The Phenomenal One' AJ Styles. Concrete Jungle is live this Sunday night, exclusively on the WWE Network.
CODY RHODES, DANIEL BRYAN AND AUSTIN ARIES DEF. UNITED STATES CHAMPION THE MIZ, SCOTT DAWSON AND DASH WILDER via Last Chancery to The Miz. In a bout that showcased the brand new signings by Derrick Bateman, Scott Dawson and Dash Wilder asserted their dominance by punishing Daniel Bryan until the hot tag could be made to Austin Aries. 'The Greatest Man That Ever Lived' came in guns blazing against Dash and Dawson, even delivering a running Dropkick to The Miz off of the apron. Aries headed to the top rope before being shoved off by Dawson, leading to a double team attack. Bryan and Cody Rhodes, however, were able to intervene, sending Dash and Dawson out of the ring. Bryan launched himself onto Dash with a Suicide Dive while Cody connected with a Moonsault onto Dawson. Before that scuffle took place, Miz was able to tag himself in. The United States Champion set Aries up for the Skull Crushing Finale, only to be pulled forward onto the apron and into the Last Chancery submission hold! Miz held on for as long as he could, but ultimately had to tap out. "In his very first WWE match, Austin Aries submitted the United States Champion!" exclaimed Mauro Ranallo while Bryan and Rhodes joined Aries in the ring to celebrate. Miz crawled out of the ring and took back the United States Title, shielding his face from the cameras out of shame. Rhodes, Aries and Bryan stood tall in the ring and raised each other's arms to close out the last episode of SmackDown in 2013.
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Post by Planktung on Oct 20, 2016 14:12:08 GMT -5
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