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Post by Planktung on Feb 19, 2015 14:01:41 GMT -5
#TheUprising
| June 17th, 2013 from Grand Rapids, Michigan - Following the signature WWE intro, a video package was shown to recap that events from last night's chaotic King of the Ring Pay-Per-View event in Chicago. In a Triple Threat match for the ages, Daniel Bryan managed to overcome two of Paul Heyman's clients, Antonio Cesaro and Kassius Ohno, to hold onto the gold. In another huge championship bout, AJ Lee and Kaitlyn threw everything that they had at one another, the Divas Champion even diving out of the stands. Ultimately, interference from the irate Paige would lead to AJ claiming victory by disqualification, but the WWE's resident 'crazy chick' did not look like a winner as she was also attacked by the 'Anti-Diva.' In a Handicap Steel Cage match for the WWE Tag Team Championships, CM Punk and Wade Barrett took advantage of The Committee's failure to work as a unit and claim the titles. What started as a sixteen man tournament came down to two as the Intercontinental Champion, Seth Rollins, and Dean Ambrose battled it out in the Finals of the King of the Ring tournament. In a shocking turn of events, AJ Styles, who is not even signed to a contract with World Wrestling Entertainment, hit the ring and laid out Ambrose before leaving with Triple H, who provided the distraction after showing his face for the first time in two weeks. Rollins capitalized and became the 2013 King of the Ring, earning himself a title opportunity at SummerSlam that has reportedly been confirmed to be for the World Heavyweight Championship. Lastly, the main event of the evening saw Bray Wyatt defeat John Cena to become WWE Champion after the United States Champion, Roman Reigns, shocked the world by delivering a Spear to Cena. What will be the fallout from King of the Ring? RAW is live from Grand Rapids.....now!
Cutting to the arena, Justin Roberts made an introduction that brought everyone in attendance to their feet. "Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome.....the NEW WWE Tag Team Champions, CM Punk and Wade Barrett, The Uprising!" "Revolution" by Pennywise hit as Punk and Barrett made their way out to the stage with the WWE Tag Team Titles that they managed to capture last night at King of the Ring against Randy Orton, Batista and Derrick Bateman of The Committee. The two marched down to the ring as several fans could be seen sporting Uprising t-shirts in support of the duo's mission to rid the WWE of The Committee. Once in the ring, Punk took a microphone and said that last night, a huge blow was dealt to The Committee because now, they don't have a single piece of championship gold to their name. "And that's because Wade and I were able to take these Tag Team Titles and take one giant step towards getting rid of The Committee for good!" said Punk to a great response. "With that being said, there's a bit of good news and bad news pertaining to this evening," Punk said before handing off the microphone to Barrett to make the two announcements. "The good news is that not a single member of The Committee is here tonight," said Barrett. "The bad news, however, is that neither is Dean Ambrose," said Barrett, referring to the fact that Ambrose failed to win the King of the Ring tournament last night, resulting in him remaining fired. Punk took the microphone back and said that they were counting on Ambrose to get his contract back and join The Uprising. "And that would have happened had hell not frozen over. Triple H, you never fail to amaze us. Somehow, SOMEHOW, you always find a way to get yours. I had to take a good look at the television monitor from the back because at first, I didn't believe that I was seeing AJ Styles in a WWE ring. And not just that, but supporting your cause and having Styles attack Ambrose to make sure that he didn't win King of the Ring. Then, you and AJ Styles were gone in an instant, meaning that Wade and I couldn't get our hands on the two of you. Styles, you and I go way back. We've had our differences and we've never seen eye-to-eye, but I would have thought that a man such as yourself would have known better than to sell your soul to the devil himself. I don't know if Hunter offered you a contract out of this whole ordeal, but the next time I see you, whether it's in the streets or this ring, I'm kicking your ass," Punk said with vindication. Barrett then took the microphone, echoing Punk's words. "You and I have never met, AJ Styles, but I've heard and seen so many great things pertaining to you. It's too bad that whenever we do meet for the first time, you're not going to be able to say a single word because my elbow will be stamped onto your face!"
Before Punk and Barrett could continue to berate and threaten AJ Styles, the entrance music of The Real Americans hit. Out came Jack Swagger and Shelton Benjamin, who won the Best of Five Series against The Usos to become the number one contender for The Uprising's WWE Tag Team Championships. Along with Zeb Colter, the trio stepped into the ring and confronted Punk and Barrett. "Neither of you two gentlemen should be wasting your time trying to get a message across to AJ Styles. AJ Styles barged into this ring last night without a contract, just like illegal immigrants barge into our country without citizenship and try to take jobs and opportunities from the hard-working Americans. Are you legally allowed to be working in this country, Mr. Barrett?" asked Colter towards the 'Bared-Knuckled Fighter.' "As a matter of fact, I am, Zeb. I'm also allowed to exercise my right as an American citizen and beat you like your name is Triple H," Barrett said to a great pop, John Bradshaw Layfield saying that it's disgusting for Barrett to threaten a man like Zeb. "Go ahead and do whatever you believe you're allowed to do, Barrett. You too, Punk, because your problem doesn't lie with me. It lies with these two 'Real Americans' behind me who are the number one contenders for the WWE Tag Team Championships. And this Thursday on a live SmackDown, Jack Swagger and Shelton Benjamin will make the good people of America proud when they become the WWE Tag Team Champions. So for everyone who is in support of The Real Americans, place your right hand over your heart and-" Colter stated before Punk interrupted him. "Yeah, yeah. 'We the people!' We get it, Zeb. Wade Barrett and I came here tonight to pick a fight with The Committee and AJ Styles because our way is far from over. But if they're not here, I ask why we should wait until Thursday? Let's have ourselves a WWE Tag Team Championship match right here, right now!" Punk yelled out. Colter and The Real Americans, however, declined the challenge from The Uprising. "The title match has been set for Thursday and that's when it'll happen. Tonight, however, we'd be glad to wipe the floor with the two of you individually." Punk and Barrett nodded their heads in approval, accepting Colter's challenge for singles matches against Swagger and Benjamin. Punk then pointed his index finger back-and-forth between the two Real Americans, trying to decide which one he wanted to take on. "......Congratulations, Shelton. You're about to get your ass kicked," Punk said before dropping his microphone, firing away onto Benjamin with strikes! Barrett did the same with Swagger as the two Uprising members cleared the ring of The Real Americans! Colter kept Benjamin and Swagger away from the ring, the trio regrouping as Punk and Barrett stood tall in the ring.
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| COMMERCIAL BREAK | #PunkvsBenjamin | WWE TAG TEAM CHAMPION CM PUNK W/ WADE BARRETT DEF. SHELTON BENJAMIN W/ ZEB COLTER & JACK SWAGGER: Kicking things off here on Monday Night RAW was fast-paced action between CM Punk and Shelton Benjamin, serving as a preview for what's to come when the WWE Tag Team Championships are on the line this Thursday on SmackDown. Wade Barrett and Jack Swagger stood at ringside, the two set to meet later on tonight as well. Benjamin attempted to deliver a springboard Clothesline, but Punk rolled out of harm's way. Benjamin landed on his feet and turned around, only to be met with a Roundhouse Kick! Punk hoisted Benjamin up to his shoulders, staring at the camera and mouthing the words, "You're ours, Styles." Punk delivered the Go to Sleep to Benjamin, covering him to pick up the victory.
The WWE Universe popped wildly as CM Punk stood to his feet, Wade Barrett joining him in the ring and handing him his WWE Tag Team Championship. The two Uprising members stood tall with the titles as Zeb Colter and Jack Swagger assisted Shelton Benjamin up the entrance ramp. "The last thing that Punk and Barrett need to worry about is AJ Styles of all people. Zeb said it best, AJ is not even signed to WWE. He doesn't work here and we may never see him again. Don't worry about him. Worry about The Real Americans, who will be challenging for the WWE Tag Team Titles on SmackDown this Thursday," said John Bradshaw Layfield.
From two Uprising members to another, Paige was shown in the backstage area heading towards the ring. We will hear from the 'Anti-Diva' for the first time since she was physically assaulted by Triple H, next on RAW!
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| COMMERCIAL BREAK | #PaigeIsBack | Returning to the live broadcast, the entrance music of Paige hit to a huge ovation from the WWE Universe. Paige made her way down to the ring, wearing the same 'Uprising' shirt that CM Punk and Wade Barrett had on. The 'Anti-Diva' took a microphone and stepped into the ring, taking her time to speak. "I appreciate all of the support that the WWE Universe and The Uprising have shown me after what Triple H did to me two weeks ago, but it's nothing that I've never been through in the past. Growing up in Norwich, I learned at a very young age how to defend myself because I was constantly the victim of attacks from both females and males. In this ring and outside of it. The only reason that I didn't get to my feet and beat Triple H senselessly was because the Pedigree aggravated a concussion that I got at Extreme Rules. But at that moment, I made Hunter my sworn enemy....." said Paige, taking a pause for a few seconds. ".....And then last week happened. After Triple H Pedigreed me, my mum call me on the phone, screaming and cursing her heart out. She said that no matter what I did to try to stop her, she was going to show up to RAW and deal with The Committee herself. And......I wasn't around to help her. I sat at home and watched as Stephanie McMahon took a steel chair and......" Paige couldn't continue as it only infuriated her to recount the events of last week.
As Paige tried to keep her composure, the entrance music of AJ Lee hit as the Divas Champion made her way out to the stage. "Go on, Paige. Tell everybody how you vow to get revenge against Triple H and Stephanie McMahon for the hell that they've put you through. Oh, wait. You've already done that time and time again. And the result has always been the same. You lose. You lose some more. Might I mention that both of those loses were against me. Actually...." said AJ as she began to walk down to the ring, meeting Paige face-to-face. "You and I have never had the chance to talk ever since Extreme Rules, so let's talk," said AJ before sitting on the second rope with her legs crossed. "I do have to give you credit. You said that you were going to kill me at Extreme Rules and you very well could have. Barbed wire bats. Thumbtacks. Matches and lighter fluid. You didn't go into that match to regain the Divas Championship. You went in to make sure that I never walked or talked again. And for that, Paige, I will never, NEVER fight alongside you. I don't need The Uprising or The Committee. I am my own woman. I'm still standing here as the Divas Champion and as long as I have this title, you will never again have the honor of carrying it around." AJ laughed to herself before leaving the ring, Paige suddenly finding the words that she was looking for. "......This isn't over, AJ. I still want the Divas Championship, and as long as you have it, you're my enemy as well. You, Triple H, Stephanie McMahon and Kaitlyn. I don't care if you aren't a part of The Committee any longer. You're just as big of an issue to me. Someday, perhaps soon, we will be standing across from each other in this ring again. And you want to know what's going to happen to you then?" asked Paige. She then slid out of the ring and looked underneath it. "Not again," said JBL as Paige pulled out a barbed wire bat and small black bag. When she re-entered the ring, Paige poured thumbtacks out of the bag and onto the canvas. She then took the barbed wire baseball bat and began to strike the pile of thumbtacks with it repeatedly. AJ Lee looked on at the crazed-Paige, likely having flashbacks from their barbaric match at Extreme Rules. "Last Diva Standing may never happen again, but me beating you and ripping away at your flesh will. The same goes for you, Kaitlyn, wherever you are. The Divas Championship. Retribution. Sooner than later, it'll all be mine." Paige threw the baseball bat down onto the thumbtacks, staring down AJ Lee from a distance.
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| COMMERCIAL BREAK | #RybackvsKofi | RYBACK DEF. KOFI KINGSTON: Last Friday on SmackDown, Ryback shocked the world after turning his back on his tag team partner, Sheamus. Tonight, Ryback's new attitude managed to earn him a victory. He caught Kofi Kingston off of a Flying Crossbody attempt, placing him in position for Shell Shocked and delivering it for the win.
Boos emerged from the sold out audience as Ryback stood to his feet, laughing as his arm was raised in victory. "If turning on Sheamus and the WWE Universe is going to get Ryback more victories like this, he may have made the best decision possible for his career," said John Bradshaw Layfield, defending Ryback's actions. Speaking of Sheamus, the entrance music of the 'Celtic Warrior' soon hit as marched down to the ring with authority. When Sheamus stepped into the ring, Ryback bolted out and made his way up the entrance ramp, evading the challenge from the man who he assaulted on SmackDown, as well as last night at King of the Ring. "Ryback rules!" he shouted on the stage as Sheamus looked on at him, wanting nothing more than to return the favor to Ryback.
A graphic was shown that featured a still image from King of the Ring of Bray Wyatt sitting in his rocking chair with the WWE Championship. Up next, we will hear from the new champion, live on RAW!
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| COMMERCIAL BREAK | #BrayWyatt | A promo was shown for the WWE Network, launching in twenty-eight days following Monday Night RAW on July 15th!
Backstage, Ryback was shown walking down a corridor when he was approached by Renee Young, who asked if he could give an explanation for why he ran away from Sheamus tonight after challenging him last night during King of the Ring. "Running away? Renee, you and the entire WWE Universe got the wrong impression. I wasn't running away from Sheamus at all. 'The Big Guy' is a very busy man. He's got places to be and more people to entertain. I had already defeated Kofi Kingston tonight anyways, so as far as I'm concerned, my job here is done. Whenever Sheamus wants to step into the ring with me and get pulverized again, I'll be happy to beat him. But right now, The Big Guy is out of this stupid town," said Ryback before laughing to himself.
Following that, the signature of The Wyatt Family hit to a mixed response from the Grand Rapids audience. On the titantron, Bray Wyatt was shown sitting in his rocking chair, cradling the WWE Championship as if it were an infant. "Grand Rapids......we're here!" he said before blowing out the lantern. The entrance music of The Wyatt Family hit as Wyatt made his way down to the ring along with Luke Harper and Erick Rowan. The WWE Title that was in Wyatt's hand could be partially seen in the darkness, mostly due to the lights being displayed by members of the WWE Universe. Once in the ring, a spotlight was placed on the 'Eater of Worlds' as he placed the lantern on the canvas, bringing the WWE Championship up to his shoulder. "How many times did I say? Huh?! How many times did I speak to the truth, only for the non-believers to resent my every word?!? I said that 616 was not only the real number of the beast, but also the date in which I , Bray Wyatt, would become even more powerful than I've already been! John Cena tried to defy me. He thought that he could once again play the hero and slay the almighty Bray Wyatt! John Cena found out that you cannot kill something that is bigger than the world itself! You want to know why? BECAUSE IT'S MY WORLD! You are all living in what I built with my own two hands, man! This whole time, though, there was one thing missing. The gem that bring with it even more power than I could imagine. Now....it's mine," said Wyatt as he raised the WWE Championship in the air, receiving a mixed response. "IT'S ALL! MINE!"
Bray Wyatt was then cut off by the entrance music of John Cena, who also received a mixed reaction from the WWE Universe. The former WWE Champion made his way down to the ring, not taking any time to joke around the cameraman like normally. "Bray Wyatt, if you're going to start thanking people for your becoming of WWE Champion, then you need to give Roman Reigns a hell of a lot of credit because for whatever reason, Roman decided to get involve and take me out. Had it not been for him, you wouldn't be standing here with the WWE Championship. I came to Monday Night RAW tonight for two reasons. The first was to give Roman Reigns what he has coming to him, but ironically enough, that piece of crap is nowhere to be found. So I'll just move on to my second reason, which is to take back the WWE Championship. I've got a rematch clause and I ain't wasting any time to exercise it," said Cena as he removed his shirt and threw it into the audience. "You and me. Right here. Right now. The rematch for the WWE Championship!" said Cena as the crowd popped. Wyatt laughed to himself, saying that Cena's desperation to regain the WWE Title shows how weak he is. "You need this stone in order to feel powerful, don't you, John? Without the WWE Title, you are nothing! While I am only that much more powerful with it in my possession. You want your rematch? Fine. So long as you can survive the plague," said Wyatt before Harper and Rowan attacked Cena! The former WWE Champion tried to hold his own as he managed to push the two behemoths out of his way and get to Wyatt. Cena fired away quickly with shots onto the WWE Champion before Harper and Rowan grabbed him by his arms and pulled him away. With Cena unable to defend himself, Wyatt took the WWE Championship and leveled him in the face with it! Cena fell onto the canvas, only for Wyatt to pick him back up and place him in position for Sister Abigail. However, Wyatt changed his mind as he lifted Cena up and set him up for the Tombstone Piledriver. "The same maneuver that he won the WWE Championship with! The Undertaker's signature move!" said Michael Cole as Wyatt dropped Cena right onto the top of his cranium! Wyatt remained on his knees as he spread his arms out, Harper placing the WWE Title on his shoulders. "He's got the whole world in his hands," sang Wyatt before the signature of the trio hit to close out the segment.
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| COMMERCIAL BREAK | #TagTeamMatch | Returning to Monday Night RAW, a recap was shown of the previous segment as the new WWE Champion, Bray Wyatt, laid out John Cena with a Tombstone Piledriver after Cena announced that he will be invoking his rematch clause tonight. Michael Cole then informed the viewers at home that the match has been confirmed for tonight. In a King of the Ring rematch, Wyatt will put the WWE Championship on the line against Cena.
ANTONIO CESARO & KASSIUS OHNO W/ PAUL HEYMAN DEF. THE USOS: After both failed in the World Heavyweight Championship match at King of the Ring, Antonio Cesaro and Kassius Ohno were not only looking to regain momentum for themselves, but also to get back on the same page as unit. Paul Heyman was in luck tonight as he watched from ringside as Cesaro and Ohno managed to get the job done, putting away Jimmy Uso with the Crown of Thorns.
Kassius Ohno stood to his feet after getting the pinfall on Jimmy Uso, staring at Antonio Cesaro after the trials and tribulations that the duo has been through over the last few weeks. Paul Heyman stepped into the ring, raising the arms of his two clients. Cesaro and Ohno then glared at each other again as Heyman tried to get them to shake hands. "This is our unit! You two make the most unstoppable force in the world!" said Heyman. Ultimately, Cesaro and Ohno not only shook hands, but did their signature Uppercut/Elbow pose. "Cesaro will gladly stab Ohno and Heyman in the back again at any point. What a selfish excuse for an athlete," said John Bradshaw Layfield, still holding a grudge against the 'Swiss Superman' for what happened a few months back with God's Gifts.
Backstage, Josh Mathews was shown standing in front of the interview set up, stating that he was supposed to conduct an interview with The Miz at this time, but for whatever reason, Miz did not show up. "Stick around for more action on Monday Night RAW, including a WWE Championship match between Bray Wyatt and J-" said Mathews before "The Miz" stepped into the picture. "Alright, I'm here. Ask your questions," said a man who was not The Miz, but resembled 'The Awesome One.' "......Jake Carter?" asked Mathews, noticing that the man standing in front of him was the former NXT Tag Team Champion. "You never got the memo, did you? No longer am I 'Jake Carter, NXT standout.' I am now 'Jake Carter, Stand-In for The Miz.' Whenever Miz is unable to fulfill any scheduled WWE or media appearances, that's where I come in. So go ahead. Ask me whatever dumb questions your had," said Carter. "Um, alright. We saw The Miz last week," said Mathews before Carter cut him off. "At this time, I AM The Miz," he pointed out. ".....Miz, last week, we saw you hand out business cards to both Damien Sandow and Big E Langston. Could you comment on what that was all about?" asked Mathews. "Certainly. You see, being an A-list movie star, I deserve to have my own 'Entourage.' I have millions of fans all over the world, but I deserve more. Sooner than later, Damien and Big E will become the 'Mizfits' that I know they are. This interview is over now," said Jake Carter, leaving the scene as he fulfilled his duties as The Miz' Stand-In in what was a very bizarre interview.
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| COMMERCIAL BREAK | #Rusev | RUSEV W/ LANA DEF. PRINCE PUMA: Returning to Monday Night RAW, a "local competitor" by the name of Prince Puma (better known as Ricochet) was shown in the ring, holding a Mexican flag as part of his character's Hispanic heritage. The entrance music of Rusev then hit as the 'Bulgarian Brute' made his way down to the ring, waving the Russian flag in support of the country that he and Lana continue to sign the praises of. While Puma attempted to put up a valiant effort, he was just about immediately stopped by the monster known as Rusev. After stomping on Puma's back, Rusev applied the Accolade, gaining yet another submission victory.
Just like every instance prior, Rusev kept the Accolade locked in on his opponent, despite the bell being sounded. Before stepping into the ring to give Rusev the command to stop, Lana grabbed the Mexican flag from ringside that Prince Puma had brought down to the ring with him. After Rusev released the Accolade, Lana handed him the Mexican flag as she began to speak. "No matter what flag you stupid people try to wave in the face of Mother Russia, the result will always be the same. Rusev will assert his dominance, throw you to the side and CRUSH!" shouted Lana as Rusev took the Mexican flag and began ripping it to pieces! The shocked masses looked on Rusev threw the remains onto Prince Puma, Lana raising his arm as the Russian flag was lowered from the ceiling. Did Rusev and Lana take things too far?
A graphic was shown for the coronation of Seth Rollins as the 2013 King of the Ring, coming up next live on RAW!
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| COMMERCIAL BREAK | #KingRollins | A promo was shown for this Wednesday's edition of NXT. In a rematch from TakeOver, The Alpha Wolves put the NXT Tag Team Championships on the line against Finn Balor and Hideo Itami. WWE NXT, this Wednesday night on ION Television.
Returning from the commercial break, the focus was placed on the commentary trio as Michael Cole apologized for the actions of Rusev and Lana just moments ago. "The actions of Rusev and Lana do NOT reflect the views of World Wrestling Entertainment. We apologize to anyone who was offended by their treatment of the Mexican flag," Cole stated. "It's one thing to constantly badmouth every nation other than Russia, but when you do that to another nation's flag, that's where the line needs to be drawn. Rusev and Lana took things too far tonight and again, we apologize," added Jerry Lawler.
The entrance music of Seth Rollins hit as the audience responded in a mixed manner for the 2013 King of the Ring winner. The Intercontinental Champion made his way down to the ring, grinning widely as the King of the Ring throne could be seen set up for him. Rollins took a microphone and stepped into the ring, taking a seat in the throne as he placed the Intercontinental Championship on the small table that also featured the King of the Ring crown. "How many times did I tell each and everyone of you that I was going to become the King of the Ring? Along with that, how many times have I told all of you that I am the greatest Intercontinental Champion of all-time?!? I beat Chris Jericho twice and that wasn't enough. Then, I laid out Shawn Michaels with THREE Curb Stomps, and instead of giving me the credit praise that I deserve, the WWE Universe had the audacity to call me a coward. How did I respond. I did what I've done my entire career and that's shut you people up! I said I was going to win King of the Ring and dammit, that is exactly what I did! People can call it controversial all that they want. They can say that without AJ Styles, Dean Ambrose would have won the Finals last night. I guess you're all going to say that without AJ Styles, or anyone for that matter, I wouldn't have won the three matches that I needed to in order to get to the Finals? I'm sitting here on this throne because I am the best athlete in the world! Don't try to discredit my accomplishments! I won King of the Ring all on my own, and at SummerSlam, I am going to become World Heavyweight Ch-" said Rollins before the entrance theme of Shawn Michaels hit! "Oh my!!!" yelled out Michael Cole as the WWE Universe came unglued for the 'Heartbreak Kid'! Rollins trembled in fear as he looked up at the stage, but soon, it became clear that this was just an act on his part. Michaels' music faded out as there was no sign of the Hall of Famer. Rollins laughed to himself as the crowd showered him with boos. "Again?!? You people fell for that one again!?! I told you all that Shawn Michaels will NEVER show his face in the WWE again because I stomped it into the ground! Shawn Michaels is a thing of the past! Seth Rollins is the present and future of this company! I prove that every single time I step into this ring and if you need any more proof, watch what I do at SummerSlam-"
Before Rollins could continue, he was interrupted again, but now by the entrance music of Daniel Bryan. The World Heavyweight Champion marched down to the ring, not performing his usual "Yes!" chant along with the WWE Universe. Once in the ring, Bryan came face-to-face with Rollins, the World Champion and Intercontinental Champion staring down. "Seth, you constantly say that nobody in the world believed in your ability to succeed in the WWE, but you know that's not true. I believed in you because I found out years ago that you're one of the best this business has to offer. There was a locker room full of aspiring pro wrestlers such as ourselves who believed in you. Whether we were performing in front of 2,000 or 20 people. they all could see that you were going to be a star. In your mind, it's always been you against the world, but the reality is that you had the world behind you, rooting you on. Until one day, you grew the biggest ego in WWE and turned your back on everyone who ever said that you could make it. Regardless of your attitude, you've made it this far, but I can promise you that you won't make it any further. You're using your King of the Ring title opportunity at SummerSlam to challenge me for the World Heavyweight Championship, and that's where your road stops. Not only will I beat you for myself, but for the man who you had no business even laying a finger on, Shawn Michaels," said Bryan as the audience applauded him for his words towards the Intercontinental Champion. "Daniel, Daniel, Daniel. I never needed the support of you, our peers or any of these people. When I gave a damn about what the WWE Universe wanted out of me, I was treading water on NXT. With my change of attitude came the biggest rise my career has ever seen. I don't regret a single thing I've done so far, and I damn sure won't regret stomping your head into the canvas at SummerSlam to take home the World Heavyweight Championship, which will look very nice on my shoulder while the Intercontinental Title sits on the other," Rollins said.
As Rollins was attempting to leave the ring, he suddenly dropped the Intercontinental Championship and tried to catch Bryan by surprise with Sweet Chin Music! However, Bryan was able to catch Rollins' foot before taking him down and applying the Yes Lock! "Rollins got caught! The Yes Lock!" Michael Cole called as Rollins tried to free himself from the hold. He soon had a bit of assistance, though, as Antonio Cesaro and Kassius Ohno hit the ring and attacked Bryan! Paul Heyman's two clients, who were looking for revenge for their loss at King of the Ring last night, stomped away on Bryan before bringing him up to his feet, Cesaro throwing him into the King of the Ring throne! Cesaro held Bryan up as Ohno backed into a corner, charging towards the World Heavyweight Champion and catching him with a Roaring Elbow! Bryan fell onto the canvas, but showed signs of life as he attempted to stir to his feet. He was immediately put down, however, with a Curb Stomp from Rollins! Ohno and Cesaro left the ring as Rollins grabbed both the World Heavyweight and Intercontinental Championships, placing one foot on Bryan as he raised both pieces of gold above his head.
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| #DelRiovsSlater | Returning to Monday Night RAW, footage was shown from during the commercial break of World Heavyweight Champion Daniel Bryan being assisted out of the ring following an attack from Antonio Cesaro, Kassius Ohno and the Intercontinental Champion and King of the Ring winner, Seth Rollins. "Daniel Bryan has managed to overcome all obstacles throughout this year. He won the Royal Rumble match from the number one entry spot and went on to become World Champion at WrestleMania. But when you look at the roll that Seth Rollins has been on, I don't know if this is a challenge that Bryan will be able to overcome at SummerSlam," said John Bradshaw Layfield.
In the ring, Heath Slater was shown with a microphone in his hand, saying that he is tired of the disrespect that he and the rest of 3MB have been shown as of late. "Not even being included in the King of the Ring tournament? Man, something is wrong with the WWE right now. But, don't worry, everyone. As we speak, Drew McIntyre and Jinder Mahal are meeting with representative from several huge music labels. I'm talking Warner! Sony! Universal! 3MB is heading to the top of not just the WWE, but the entire world, baby!" said Slater before being cut off by the entrance music of his scheduled opponent, Alberto Del Rio.
ALBERTO DEL RIO DEF. HEATH SLATER: As soon as Alberto Del Rio stepped into the ring, he took the fight right to Heath Slater, showing a level of aggression that we had not seen from the 'Mexican Aristocrat.' Del Rio threw Slater shoulder-first into the ring post before bringing him back into the center of the ring, delivering a vicious looking German Suplex. Del Rio followed that up by placing Slater in the Cross Armbreaker, forcing him to quickly submit.
"What's gotten into Del Rio?!?!" asked Michael Cole as Alberto Del Rio refused to release the Cross Armbreaker that was applied onto Heath Slater. Eventually, Del Rio let go, but grabbed Slater and threw over the top rope and out onto the floor. Del Rio would continue his assault, tossing Slater into the time keeper's area as he grabbed microphone before standing on top of the announce table. "Earlier tonight, Rusev stood in that ring and desecrated Mexico by ripping apart our flag. The banner that I have proudly waved my entire life! Rusev! Talk all the crap that you want about the nations around the world, but you never, EVER attack ANYBODY'S nationality like that! These people are sick and tired of hearing you and Lana badmouth the United States, the country that has given foreigners like us the opportunity to succeed. They have always had a problem with the two of you, and now, so does Alberto Del Rio. The next time I see you, Rusev, I'm going to beat the living hell out of you!" shouted Del Rio as the WWE Universe actually got behind the 'Mexican Aristocrat.' "Rusev picked a fight with the wrong WWE superstar. Is Alberto Del Rio the man who can finally stop him?" asked John Bradshaw Layfield.
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| COMMERCIAL BREAK | #BarrettvsSwagger | Following the commercial break, Renee Young was shown in the backstage area, standing by with Tyson Kidd and Natalya, who are currently set to renew their wedding vows at some point soon. Renee asked the couple if they could give the WWE Universe an answer to the question that was raised at King of the Ring last night - "When is the wedding?" "Well, Tyson and I gave it some thought and talked it about it, and we have decided to have our vow renewal ceremony right here on RAW next week. This is something that we want to be able to share with the WWE Universe," said Natalya. "By WWE Universe, she means the 'Kiddens' out there. Everyone who believed in our marriage every step of the way. Not those who go onto Instagram and leave obscene comments about me on pictures of my cats," said Kidd before placing his arm around Natalya, who quietly said, "Our cats, Tyson." Tyson Kidd and Natalya renew their vows, live here on Monday Night RAW next week!
WWE TAG TEAM CHAMPION WADE BARRETT W/ CM PUNK DEF. JACK SWAGGER W/ ZEB COLTER & SHELTON BENJAMIN VIA DISQUALIFICATION: After CM Punk managed to defeat Shelton Benjamin earlier in the evening, it was up to Jack Swagger to pick up some momentum as The Real Americans head into a WWE Tag Team Championship match against The Uprising this Thursday on a live edition of SmackDown. After sliding out of a Gutwrench Powerbomb attempt, Wade Barrett was able to lift Swagger onto his shoulders for Wasteland. That was not to be, however, as Benjamin slid into the ring and attacked Barrett, causing the disqualification.
As the bell sounded and Wade Barrett was declared the winner, CM Punk quickly springboarded into the ring and caught Shelton Benjamin with a Flying Clothesline! Jack Swagger then rammed Punk into a corner, striking away on him with repeated shots. That was until Wade Barrett got a hold of Swagger and threw him out of the ring, doing the same to Benjamin. The official handed Barrett his WWE Tag Team Championship as Punk scooped his up from the canvas, the two once again standing tall in the ring as The Real Americans retreated up the entrance ramp. Who will leave SmackDown this Thursday night as the WWE Tag Team Champions?
A graphic was shown for the King of the Ring rematch, pitting the new WWE Champion Bray Wyatt against John Cena with the gold on the line. Our main event is coming up next here on RAW!
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| COMMERCIAL BREAK | #WWETitle | A promo was shown for Payback, live Sunday, July 14th, only on Pay-Per-View.
Prior to the start of the main event, a graphic was shown for a match that was just announced for this Thursday's live edition of SmackDown. In a 3-on-1 Handicap Match, World Heavyweight Champion Daniel Bryan will be forced to go in alone against Antonio Cesaro, Kassius Ohno and the Intercontinental Champion and King of the Ring winner, Seth Rollins.
WWE CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH - BRAY WYATT DEF. JOHN CENA: One of the biggest main events in recent memory here on Monday Night RAW as John Cena invoked his rematch clause to take on Bray Wyatt for the WWE Championship. Towards the end of the bout, Cena managed to counter a Sister Abigail attempt into an STF, trying to get the 'Eater of Worlds' to submit. At that moment, Luke Harper and Erick Rowan took their positions on the ring apron, catching Cena's attention and causing him to release the STF. Cena stood his ground, waiting for the two Wyatt Family members to attack. That was not the case, however, as Cody Rhodes ran down to the ring with a Steel Chair in his hands, swinging at both Harper and Rowan! The 'Prince of Pro Wrestling,' who has had his fair share of issues with The Wyatt Family, chased Harper and Rowan up the entrance ramp, eliminating them from the equation. When Cena turned his attention back to Wyatt, he was immediately placed in position for the Tombstone Piledriver, being planted with it for the second time tonight! Wyatt mocked The Undertaker by placing Cena's hands on his chest, getting the cover for the victory.
Both cheers and boos could be heard coming from the Grand Rapids audience as Bray Wyatt stood to his feet, taking back his newly-won WWE Championship. "Two nights in a row, Bray Wyatt managed to defeat John Cena. And this time, nobody can say that Wyatt needed anyone's assistance to make it happen," said John Bradshaw Layfield on commentary. Wyatt headed up the entrance ramp with the WWE Title, raising it in the air one more time for the world to see.
The theme music of Bray Wyatt began to quiet as John Cena was shown stirring to his feet in the ring, unsuccessful in his attempt to recapture the WWE Championship. He looked out into the sea of WWE fans, some booing him and some applauding him. "Thank you..." Cena mouthed to the live crowd and the viewers at home as he made his way out of the ring, Michael Cole mentioning that there have been rumors circulating that Cena could be in need of surgery soon. Once at the top of the ramp, Cena turned around and looked back at the WWE Universe, unsure exactly when he will see everyone again. "Oh my God! John, turn around!" yelled out Jerry Lawler. When Cena did turn around, he was drilled with a Superman Punch from the United States Champion, Roman Reigns! Reigns, who cost Cena the WWE Championship last night at King of the Ring, stared down at his motionless carcass with a blank expression. Cena crawled towards the side of the stage, trying to use the LED screen to help himself to his feet. Reigns continued to stalk Cena, waiting for him to turn around again. When Cena finally did so, Reigns charged into him with a Spear through the stage! Both men were out of sight as the official and medical staff quickly tended to them. Cameras showed Cena lying motionless in the floor while Reigns, despite being damaged as well, was able to slowly get to his feet. "John, can you hear me? John?" asked one of the doctors as Cena could not respond. Reigns looked down at Cena one final time before walking away under his own power. "Guys, Roman Reigns might have just ended John Cena's career," said Lawler in a somber tone as the final shot of Monday Night RAW was Cena being placed onto a stretcher.
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Post by DTP. on Feb 19, 2015 15:03:52 GMT -5
WWE Monday Night RAW: Monday 17th June 2013…Okay, so we have the fallout of the King of the Ring. The promo by Wade Barrett and CM Punk opening RAW made sense, being that it was one of the only optimistic moments of last night’s pay-per-view – hopefully you begin booking your babyfaces stronger to oppose the overly strong heels. I’m pretty sure Punk’s fought AJ Styles before, by the way. Unless that’s your ‘WWE spin’ on reality. It outlined the main events of King of the Ring, although the promo afterwards with the Real Americans interrupting was unique to say the least. I can’t see Shelton Benjamin and Jack Swagger taking the WWE Tag Team Championships, at least not yet. That said though I can’t really see Punk and Barrett having a long reign – realistically, I see their egos causing them to clash. But yes, so we have our next tag team feud. I wonder where Randy Orton and Batista will go from here. Wow, CM Punk beating Shelton Benjamin? Good start for the champs! I’m hoping that you find a way to get this feud interesting more than something like Jack Swagger beating Wade Barrett on SmackDown. Even-Steven booking is pretty generic, and I think Punk and Barrett need a strong angle as champions right out of the gate. That promo was a good start, mind you. Paige is back…just like she was last night. Another promo that should have gone on later in the show, I think. A lot of emphasis on the undercard it seems like tonight. Another round of AJ Lee facing Paige for the Divas Championship is…okay I guess. I think that the end goal of this angle will be Paige, AJ and Kaitlyn in a triple threat match at SummerSlam. Ryback defeating Kofi Kingston was expected, as you continue to get Ryback over as a heel. I’m assuming that Ryback will now face Sheamus at the July pay-per-view, which sounds fine to me. I’m not sure how the match quality will go, so hopefully it’s kept quite short just in case. Another promo! Bray Wyatt’s promo was good certifying him as the WWE Champion – though you do have a lot of work to do to get him over as WWE Champion. He’s being incredibly overshadowed by the Authority angles right now. It shouldn’t be like that, frankly. The Wyatt Family taking out John Cena indicates that a rematch will come shortly. Also I hope that Bray learns more hymns because ‘He’s got the whole world in his hands’ is growing staler and staler per show. The tag hunt continues! I think ‘#TagTeamMatch’ is a generic Twitter tag to use though. Very vague – I’d just have matches like these use the generic ‘#RAW’ tag. Having Paul Heyman support Antonio Cesaro and Kassius Ohno makes sense I suppose. I do hope that the Usos get a reign as WWE Tag Team Champions sometime soon. JBL disliking Cesaro is a strange one that I think I’ve missed the backstory to. I’m not keen on Jake Carter, so I’m not sure what to think about him being a member of the Miz’s entourage. ‘Mizfits’ is a cringy name, but I guess it fits because of the obvious wordplay. How does Big E fit into the faction? I understand Damien Sandow, even though it’s two years sooner than it should be. Rusev beats…Prince Puma? Somebody’s been watching Lucha Underground. I’m assuming you’ve signed him…that will be a good plus for NXT, which is a part of your diary I’m not really sold on. This would have worked had Puma been given a WWE name and treat less significantly. But this was just bad for Prince Puma should he go on to the independent circuit following this match. A standard local competitor would have sufficed better if you plan on introducing him to NXT, though. The Mexican flag also wouldn’t have bothered these United States citizens, I don’t think. You should have kept this strictly about Russia and the USA – but I get you’re trying to get Rusev over. Once again, I think this is pretty early for 2013 – Rusev wasn’t even back from his broken neck injury yet. You’ve really built Seth Rollins up, and I like that. I’m glad to see him as King of the Ring, although I am glad you aren’t rolling with a ‘King Booker’ esque royalty gimmick for him. Daniel Bryan’s interruption kind of cemented that he’ll be defending the World Heavyweight Championship at either July’s pay-per-view or SummerSlam against Rollins. I suspect Seth will win the title here. I’m not sure how I feel about Kassius Ohno and Antonio Cesaro’s involvement with this segment, as I think it’s indy overkill. A clean, one-on-one feud would be better. Alberto Del Rio destroys Heath Slater. That was fun. Del Rio being peeved about Rusev destroying the Mexican flag makes sense to the aforementioned angle, though. I’m looking forward to what follows this. Tyson Kidd and Natalya renewing their wedding vows could be fun. Good win for Wade Barrett against Jack Swagger…clean sweep? Oh, the Real Americans face CM Punk and Wade Barrett on SmackDown this week? That’s a little too soon, maybe. And if so, I think this hasn’t helped the Real Americans out well. I’m assuming that shenanigans could play into SmackDown this week giving us new new WWE Tag Team Champions at this stage. I was expecting this program to roll into Payback next month, though. Bray Wyatt retaining the WWE Championship against John Cena made sense – although I’m not too keen on this happening an hour after the promo from Wyatt and the Wyatt Family assaulting John Cena. A pretty clean win for Wyatt tonight, which is kind of good and better for him in getting him over as a credible WWE Champion. Roman Reigns’ assault on John Cena gives us the angle for Cena which will probably run into SummerSlam, which could be good. But again, I think Wyatt has been overshadowed here. A clean win is a clean win, but Wyatt is the least significant part of this segment to be honest. I really hope you build him as more than a transitional champion that falls below other things. Overall, this was a strong, decent yet strangely booked show. No Authority tonight? I think this show could have used them to explain King of the Ring, but hey, maybe on SmackDown. I wasn’t too keen on a few things on this episode, though. Hopefully next week we get more emphasis on Payback coming up next month.
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Post by Planktung on Feb 19, 2015 19:14:54 GMT -5
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Post by Planktung on Feb 19, 2015 19:17:01 GMT -5
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Post by tg11 on Feb 19, 2015 21:44:51 GMT -5
- Uprising members CM Punk and Wade Barrett the new WWE Tag Team Champions, love that they were the ones who started off RAW, and it makes sense considering last night in one of the main events for the WWE Tag Team Championships in a 3 on 2 Handicap Steel Cage Match they managed to overcome the odds the numbers stacked against them to beat the former WWE Tag Team Champions Batista & Orton of The Committee and Mr. Money in the Bank Derrick Bateman, but then they were addressing AJ Styles, I guess it makes sense considering Styles cost Ambrose his job costing him his match against Seth Rollins and Ambrose was going to join their Uprising but now he can't but I have a feeling he will anyway but then Punk bringing up his history with AJ Styles it makes sense but Barrett he and Styles have never met in a ring but if they ever did it would be one hell of a match that's for sure
- The new #1 Contenders The Real Americans interrupting the new WWE Tag Team Champions CM Punk and Wade Barrett it makes sense again because of The Real Americans Swagger and Shelton Benjamin becoming #1 Contenders by beating The Usos in a Best of 5 Series, that these 2 teams clashing it was only a matter of time but Zeb Colter telling The Uprising that they shouldn't be focusing so much on AJ Styles but rather focusing on the Real Americans well Punk and Barrett should considering if they don't then they could very well lose those WWE Tag Team Championship titles that they just won and singles matches for tonight between these 2 teams I can see Punk facing Swagger and Barrett facing Benjamin
- I was wrong, Punk faces Benjamin and beats Benjamin, well this was a great match and why? Because hands down Punk and Benjamin are perhaps 2 of the best in ring performers in terms of mat wrestling but also in terms of putting on a great match they did in the sense that it was so back and forth that it is a great way to open up RAW, the RAW after King of the Ring and seeing Punk one half of the new WWE Tag Team Champions go over one half of the new #1 Contenders for the WWE Tag Team Championships it makes me wonder if Barrett will be able to beat Swagger?
- Paige is PO'D and I for one can't blame her especially after what happened to not only her but to her mother, I mean that is just crossing the line and when you attack someone's family you make it personal and it is just as personal as it gets when it comes to Paige's feud with The Committee but seeing the WWE Divas Champion AJ interrupt Paige I definitely was not expecting that and considering these 2 their history with each other I thought these 2 would somehow tear each other apart but at the same time these 2 do share common enemies but they can't trust each other obviously but one of these days they are going to have to but then seeing Paige snap with the barbed wire baseball bat and thumbtacks Paige has lost it she's a lunatic
- Ryback's heel turn still taking effect with him beating Kofi, this just puts over Ryback even more as a heel considering last week he shocked the world when he turned his back on the WWE Universe by turning on Sheamus from out of nowhere and Ryback explaining that his change in attitude was because of the fact that getting in with the fans was taking him nowhere but with a change in attitude he can only go to the top and just when Sheamus is about to get to Ryback Ryback bails like a coward, classic heel move
- Cena wants his rematch for the WWE Championship and he isn't waiting, he wants it now, is Cena just plain stupid? I mean honestly Bray Wyatt not only beat Cena last night to become WWE Champion but he beat him decisively provided he had help but still he got the job done but Bray Wyatt is no ordinary superstar I mean he is a once in a lifetime kind of superstar a supernatural being and Cena he must have a death wish especially if he wants to challenge Bray but Bray making him pay for it, Harper and Rowan doing the damage to Cena and Bray Wyatt then ending it all hitting Cena with a Tombstone Piledriver, it is like Bray Wyatt is going out of his way to try to use The Undertaker's finisher, and I wonder why? Well Wyatt did bury Taker alive back at Extreme Rules and Wyatt he has more or less become the new Phenom of the WWE so it only makes sense for him to use Taker's finisher as his own but after this attack at the hands of the Wyatt Family I wonder what kind of condition will Cena be in come this rematch which will no doubt close out RAW I'm sure
- Kings of Wrestling Cesaro & Ohno Paul Heyman's clients they manage to beat The Usos I was surprised that these 2 didn't turn on each other and start going at it themselves considering the tension that has been building between these 2 men, but Heyman sooner or later he is going to have to side with one of these superstars against the other one because he can't keep the peace any longer
- Jake Carter he is pretty much The Miz's stunt double when we think about it? Jake Carter isn't he a second generation superstar the son of WWE legend The Man They Call Vader? If he is then why is Vader's son Miz's stunt double? I don't get it but either way this is just bizarre
- Rusev beating a local, well it makes sense that he would, you want to keep Rusev as dominant and as strong as possible so I get why you had him go over this local but what he did after the match was just disgusting I mean you already won the match by making your opponent tap out to The Accolade but then you rip the local's country flag the Mexican flag I mean how is Rusev not getting suspended for that? Or even fined for that? I mean seriously but I know there are a lot of Mexican superstars here that will take offense to what Rusev just did
- Rollins vs Bryan for the World Heavyweight Championship at SummerSlam, no doubt this will probably be the SummerSlam main event and if it is then well it will make one great main event then but I swear doesn't Bryan have to defend his title at Payback? Unless he isn't defending his World Heavyweight Championship at Payback? If he isn't then I wonder what match he is going to have at Payback instead? But seeing Rollins attack Bryan here along with Ohno and Cesaro, I just had an ROH mark out moment here
- Del Rio beating Slater, this was not even a contest this was pure domination a squash for Del Rio and seeing this new pent up aggression here in Del Rio from out of nowhere making Slater tap out and not letting go of the hold and then just beating the holy hell out of Slater I mean where has this Del Rio been? Now seeing this new side of Del Rio I like it, this new aggressive dark side of his I love it, it will actually take him places but then seeing Del Rio explain why, and now Del Rio he has Rusev on his mind it makes sense considering Del Rio is Mexican and he represents Mexico being a Mexican Aristocrat I think this pretty much solidifies Del Rio's babyface turn and if it does then I am all for it
- Tyson Kidd & Natalya wedding vow renewal right here on RAW next week, looking forward to it
- Barrett the other half of the new WWE Tag Team Champions beating Swagger all be it DQ makes sense considering Swagger's partner Benjamin lost earlier to Punk in the night, so you didn't want to have both members of the Real Americans losing in the same night so I guess I could see why you had the DQ finish here, it doesn't really hurt Barrett but it doesn't necessarily hurt Swagger either but at the same time seeing these 2 teams go at it after the match makes sense I can see these teams going at it at Payback in a rematch for the WWE Tag Team Championships provided Batista & Orton don't use their rematch clause but we all know they will
- Bryan the World Heavyweight Champion facing the 2013 King of the Ring winner WWE Intercontinental Champion Seth Rollins who is #1 Contender for the World Heavyweight Championship at SummerSlam and then facing Cesaro and Ohno in a 3 on 1 Handicap Match on Smackdown this Thursday I don't see how Bryan wins this match to be honest, the odds are definitely stacked against him
- Bray Wyatt in his first WWE Championship title defense he beats John Cena again for the second straight night this time beating John Cena cleanly with no help whatsoever from Harper and Rowan or anyone else for that matter, Cody Rhodes showing up to run off Harper and Rowan only for Wyatt to take advantage after Cena was distracted Cena took his eye off the ball and because of that that is why he lost but Wyatt planting Cena with a Tombstone Piledriver again for the second time tonight, how is Cena's neck not broken? But then after the match to close out the show just when Cena is about to leave he's blindsided by the WWE United States Champion to end RAW, the Spear through the LED screen through the stage, that was sickening, this has to be a Slammy Award for the Extreme Moment of the Year, this was so awesome and the fact that Reigns was even able to walk after this much less walk out under his own power I was amazed shocked really
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Post by Planktung on Feb 20, 2015 13:56:18 GMT -5
After being absent from Monday Night RAW in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Principal Owner Stephanie McMahon attempted to sign off on a rematch for the Divas Championship between AJ Lee and Kaitlyn for Payback on July 14th. The decision, however, was overruled by the Board of Directors, who we have learned are now investigating not only Stephanie, but her husband, Triple H, as well. The investigation was said to be ordered by WWE Chairman, Mr. McMahon, after The Committee allowed an unsigned competitor, AJ Styles, to interrupt the King of the Ring Finals match this past Sunday. The Board of Directors informed Stephanie that the only way that Kaitlyn could receive a Divas Championship opportunity is if Paige did as well. The result is a Triple Threat match at Payback. AJ Lee defends her title against Kaitlyn and Paige. This Thursday on a live edition of SmackDown, all three women will be present in the ring at the same time as they sign the contract for this bout. Several representatives from the WWE Board of Directors will oversee the signing to make sure that order is kept, unlike what we saw at King of the Ring. |
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Post by tg11 on Feb 20, 2015 15:28:10 GMT -5
- WWE Board of Directors you guys have finally done something right for once, so glad that Stephanie and Triple H are being investigated by The Board of Directors with Stephanie's own father Vince leading the charge with him leading the investigation it is about time The Committee are under serious serious review because they should lose their jobs especially after what they did to not only Paige but to Paige's own mother Saraya too, so glad the WWE Board is doing something
- But a Triple Threat Match for the WWE Divas Championship at Payback with AJ Lee defending her title against not only Committee member Kaitlyn but against Paige, AJ's title reign is in serious jeopardy if you ask me because she doesn't even have to be pinned to lose her title
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Post by The Kevstaaa on Feb 20, 2015 17:15:35 GMT -5
Oh look, it's my second favorite sim. AJ's is first. Dude, your opening recap paragraph is longer than some of my promos. Pennywise? <3. You should have just had Wade Barrett do the bad news. I like CM Punk and Wade putting over AJ Stlyes, but saying how what he did was wrong. Real Americans interrupting makes them seem more important. Live Smackdown Tag Title match should be good. My brother would mark for Shelton Benjamin vs. Punk. Punk winning was expected, so I assume Jack Swagger goes over Wade Barrett later. Maybe a huge upset. The Uprising is like a stable that I would have made in a wet dream. I love them all. AJ Lee staying mostly heel as she talks to Paige is perfect. I'm glad they aren't just friendly because they're both anti-Authority. AJ as her own woman is great booking. Paige is insane but I'd still hit that. Sheamus/Ryback is a program I can totally get behind. Jesus, #AllOfThePromos. Seriously, the fact that you can channel your inner Bray Wyatt is equal parts scary and brilliant. Bray/Cena II tonight is a great main event. The grudge that JBL holds for Cesaro is amazing. Kings of Wrestling over Usos is fine, would be a fun bout. Jake Carter as the Miz's stunt double is interesting. PRINCE ING PUMA?! Rusev beating him and destroying the Mexican flag has me curious. A feud with Alberto Del Rio? Del Rio to CRUSH Rusev. Alpha Wolves vs. Finn Balor and Hideo Itami. Wow. The Seth Rollins attack on Shawn Michaels make way more sense now that he's set to face Daniel Bryan. That's beautiful advance booking. I liked the segment but wasn't a big fan of Ohno and Cesaro just leaving while Seth held up both titles. I get that they just wanted revenge but it seemed like they forgot they wanted the World Title in the first place. Del Rio killing Heath Slater! Yes! El Patron is taking out Rusev! And he's gonna bang Lana after. But you...you already knew that. The DQ finish to Swagger/Barrett is fine. I honestly wonder if they'll win the belts on Smackdown. The odds are not in Bryan's favor at Smackdown. The main event had an Attitude Era feel with the interference, in a good way. Cody Rhodes getting involved was sweet. Bray using the Tombstone is awesome, but maybe too similar to Seth trying Sweet Chin Music. I prefer Bray and the Tombstone though. The John Cena closing stuff was fine as it made Cena leaving seem so somber. Roman Reigns attacking continues his heel turn and I hope he gets to discuss it soon. I wonder if Cena is gone until SummerSlam or if that's where he leaves. Hopefully Bray moves into another program and can become the focal point again. Great episode, always among my favorite to read.
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Post by ✖ AJ on Feb 21, 2015 11:36:07 GMT -5
A hot way to kick things off on Raw with Uprising members and new WWE Tag Team Champions CM Punk and Wade Barrett. I still expect them to lose the belts to The Real Americans on Thursday night. In the mean time, Punk beating Shelton Benjamin was fine. I expect Swagger to beat Barrett later on, now. Bitches galore in the following promo between Paige, AJ Lee and Kaitlyn (wherever she is). After looking ahead to the news post, a triple threat between the trio should be very nice. Heel Ryback beat Kofi Kingston. Heel Ryback is dick. Him versus Sheamus will be a decent feud. DA BIG GUY IS OUTTA DIS STUPID TOWN! HAHAHA! *Smacks head cuz dummy*. I get why this promo between John Cena and Bray Wyatt didn't open the show, but it felt like it should have. Especially if we're going to get a WWE Title rematch later. Antonio Cesaro and Kassius Ohno get back on track, beating The Usos here tonight. Lol JBL holding a grudge against Cesaro. An entourage for The Miz, eh? Should be interesting. I really don't care for the involvement of Prince Puma. I get it, though, as it helps establish Rusev as not liking Mexicans either which should present something perhaps with Alllbberrrrtoooo Dellll RI-HO? Well, damn, here is Seth Rollins! The King of the Ring! A hot promo from him and another jab at Shawn Michaels was funny. in' prick, ain't he? Daniel Bryan coming out to defend Michaels' honor was fitting and the match between the two will be fantastic at Summerslam... I totally haven't set anything up like that at all. Not even close. I don't care for Cesaro and Ohno kind of bailing, I think they'd want more of Bryan but it did help Rollins get his point across. Meh. Hey look, Albert of the River! And damn it, he does want him some of Rusev! Wade Barrett beating Jack Swagger... I'm a bit surprised, coming off of Punk's win earlier. It kind of knocks The Real Americans down. Yeah, it was via disqualification, but still. I do expect Benjamin and Swagger to win the titles on Thursday still, maybe thanks to Orton and Batista. Finally, a huge main event for Raw with Bray Wyatt against John Cena for the WWE Championship. Glad to see Wyatt retain and using the Tombstone Piledriver was certainly a nice touch. Odd, but a nice touch. Cody Rhodes' involvement was good to follow up from last night even though him versus Wyatt seems like a weird feud. It seems like that will happen, especailly after what just happened with Roman Reigns taking John Cena through the stage. Damn. Well, you know, somebody else on this board did Roman Reigns versus John Cena a while back? You know who? Oh, right, this guy. Try and top it, bitch, especially without Paul Heyman. Get frontin', biiiitchh. A good show per usual, biiiitchh.
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Post by Elliot on Feb 24, 2015 8:14:15 GMT -5
A nice way to open the show with the new WWE Tag Team Champions and then have them interrupted by their challengers. I think that the tag division getting this kind of exposure is great. I think we'll see another title change though due to Punk and Barrett being unable to coexist. Big win for CM Punk, getting him and Barrett some momentum over Swagger and Benjamin. Paige is at it again, crazy bitch. I see from the announcement you made the other day that the three will compete for the title. Good victory for Ryback to solidify his heel turn. I hope to see him defeat Sheamus and win this feud before going into bigger and better things. Big segment with Bray Wyatt once again laying out John Cena. A WWE Championship rematch tonight on Raw? That's insane. Interesting to see Cesaro and Ohno still working as a unit. It's only a matter of time before that collapses I'm sure. Jake Carter is the Damien Mizdow of your diary now? Not sure if that's good or bad. I'll wait to see where you take it. Carter was a good talent, i hope he isn't made into a complete comedy act. Rusev crushes again. He needs some competition soon though otherwise he'll start looking weak just taking out smaller irrelevant guys. Great segment between Bryan and Rollins. Rollins' continuous shots at Shawn Michaels can only mean that he'll return, likely for one more match at WrestleMania. Rollins standing tall is a scene I wouldn't mind seeing come SummerSlam. Obvious victory for Alberto Del Rio, and it's really sweet to see him get into a program with Rusev like that. And of curse the other half of the tag team situation with the DQ finish. I think that's acceptable. But the title match is on SmackDown? Could they lose the titles as fast as they won them? Really glad Bray Wyatt retained the title here, it wouldn't have made any sense for him to drop it this soon unless you felt you'd made a huge mistake. Roman Reigns striking again obviously sets the stage for a SummerSlam encounter between the two.
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Post by Planktung on Feb 26, 2015 12:00:40 GMT -5
#KevinOwens | June 19th, 2013 from Winter Park, FL - Following the signature WWE intro, a video package was shown featuring footage from NXT TakeOver a number of weeks ago. The Alpha Wolves, Davey Richards and Eddie Edwards, laid out a challenge to any tag team in the world to take them on for the NXT Tag Team Championships. The challenge was initially accepted by The Addiction, Christopher Daniels and Frankie Kazarian. Before the match could begin, another tag team entered the fray - Finn Balor and Hideo Itami. It was clear that the fans in the Full Sail Arena wanted to see the two international newcomers receive the title opportunity, and after a bit of physicality with The Addiction, that's exactly what happened. The match, however, ended without a decisive winning team as Daniels and Kazarian would re-emerge and once again stake their claim for a title opportunity. After Balor and Itami defeated The Addiction two weeks ago, there was no question which team was the rightful number one contender. Tonight, Finn Balor and Hideo Itami receive another shot at the NXT Tag Team Championships against The Alpha Wolves!
Following the usual NXT intro, the entrance theme of Kevin Owens hit immediately to a mixed response from the Full Sail audience. Owens made his way down to the ring, once again not caring for his reception. Once in the ring, Owens took a microphone and said that he listened very carefully last week when Sami Zayn had his opportunity to speak. "I heard Sami say that the next time he and I stood in this ring, he would finish what I started at NXT: Take Over. Let me correct you on that note, Sami. I didn't start this at Take Over. You started it over a period of time by showing me and my family that you no longer cared about us. Hell, Sami. You practically WERE a part of my family. That's in the past, though. You talk a big game, but yet I'm standing right here tonight and you're touring with the main WWE roster this week. I'm not going to bash you for that because it's clearly a huge opportunity, even for scumbags like yourself. But where's my opportunity? Touring with RAW and SmackDown means more money, which means a better life for my family. Yet, I didn't get an invitation to be on this tour. Who else did? Let me see. Adam Cole, who you defeated at Take Over, and Tyler Breeze, the NXT Champion who owes me every bit of credit for that accomplishment. I guarantee, though, that the next time WWE invites NXT superstars to go on tour, they're going to be begging me to step into their ring. Then, I'll destroy some of my son's heroes so that I can afford the luxuries for him that I wasn't fortunate enough to have as a child," said Owens, placing his microphone down on the canvas.
Suddenly, a familiar entrance theme hit as the NXT Universe reacted in great surprise. "Evan Bourne?!?!" stated Byron Saxton on commentary. Seconds later, Bourne walked out onto the stage, not having been seen by anyone for months at this point. Once in the ring, Bourne took a microphone for himself as he stood across from Kevin Owens. "For the better part of the past year, people have been saying that my career hit rock bottom. In some ways, they're right. This time last year, I was the WWE United States Champion. I was putting on classics against guys like CM Punk, Christian and even John Cena. Then, things just went completely south for me and I've never been able to reach that level again. That's where NXT comes into play. See, NXT is the land of opportunity. Not just for young upstarts like you, Kevin Owens, or Sami Zayn, but for guys like myself who are looking to reach glory once again. Evan Bourne is here on NXT and dammit, he's not going anywhere until he becomes the NXT Champion," said Bourne to a nice response. "Well, that's where conflict arises, Evan. See, I'm here to become the NXT Champion. You say that you're here to become NXT Champion. The way I see it, you're trying to prevent me from giving my wife and children a better life and I don't take too kindly to that at all," Owens stated. Bourne responded by asking Owens what he was going to do about that, then. ".....Here's what'll happen. I'm here to fight and so are you. So let's fight," Owens said as the NXT Universe erupted for the confirmation of a match between the two. ".....Next week," added Owens before leaving the ring, the audience immediately turning on him. Owens made his way up the entrance ramp as Bourne looked on at him, clearly not wanting to wait until next week for their showdown.
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| COMMERCIAL BREAK | #TagTeamMatch | Returning to WWE NXT in ION Television, a recap of the opening segment was shown, along with a graphic to confirm next week's huge main event. Two men make their NXT debuts as Kevin Owens and Evan Bourne do battle in the Full Sail Arena. "Kevin Owens is here to get to the top, and Evan Bourne is trying to get back to where once was. Who will succeed?" asked Jason Alberts to promote the match.
THE ADDICTION DEF. LOS MATADORES W/ EL TORITO: While The Addiction were still irate over the fact that Finn Balor and Hideo Itami will be competing for the NXT Tag Team Championships tonight, the duo had to focus as they took on WWE superstars Diego and Fernando, Los Matadores. Ultimately, the devious unit managed to pick up their first victory after Frankie Kazarian delivered an Elbow Drop to Diego, Christopher Daniels following it up with a Split-Legged Moonsault.
Christopher Daniels stood to his feet following the sound of the bell as he and Frankie Kazarian had their arms raised, though the two were clearly not in the mood to celebrate. The Addiction made their way up the entrance ramp, furious over the fact that tonight, it will The Alpha Wolves, Hideo Itami and Finn Balor competing for the NXT Tag Team Championships, not them. "Daniels and Kazarian are clearly future Tag Team Champions. Anyone can see that. Tonight just isn't their night and they're going to have to wait it out for a bit," said Renee Young on commentary.
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| COMMERCIAL BREAK | #BoRotundo | Returning from the commercial break, The Addiction were shown walking around the backstage area, looking for the NXT General Manager, Brad Maddox. "Come on. Just try it," said Christopher Daniels, offering Frankie Kazarian a sip of his Appletini. "Dude, I still don't know how you can stomach that thing," Kazarian stated before the two bumped into Maddox. "Just the man we were looking for. Listen, Bradley. Francois and I had a brilliant idea that we wanted to propose to you. What if-" said Daniels before Maddox cut him off. "Listen, guys. I would love to add the two of you to tonight's NXT Tag Team Title match, but there's issues with that. As I'm sure you've both heard, The Committee is currently being investigated by the WWE Bord of Directors," said Maddox before Kazarian asked what that had to do with NXT. "I'm a product of The Committee. Triple H and Stephanie McMahon gave me this job, so as long as they're being looked into, I have to keep my head down and not make any decisions that could hurt them. So, not only can I not add you guys to tonight's main event, I have to ask you two to leave the Full Sail Arena," stated Maddox. The Addiction were clearly infuriated, but understood their boss' case. "We'll obliged tonight, Bradley, but after tonight is over, we expect to be named the number one contenders for the NXT Tag Team Championships. Otherwise, me might begin a little 'Uprising' of our own," said Daniels, the duo threatening Maddox.
BO ROTUNDO DEF. TYE DILLINGER: Prior to the start of the match, Bo Rotundo cut a promo saying that while Baron Corbin's victory over him at NXT: TakeOver was impressive, he 'Bo-lieves' that he could do better. "It took Baron Corbin eleven seconds to defeat, but I promise that I will get my victory tonight in less time!" said Rotundo. Unfortunately for him, the match lasted closer to five minutes rather than eleven seconds. After Tye Dillinger inadvertently rammed his own chest into the turnbuckle, Rotundo planted him with a Running Bo-Dog to get the win.
Bo Rotundo celebrated his victory in his usual over-the-top fashion, running circles around the ring while holding his thumbs up. As Rotundo made his way up the entrance ramp, the NXT Universe began a chant of, "Baron's better!" The chant clearly had an effect on Rotundo's confidence, though he tried to brush it off and keep his cheesy smile on his face.
Backstage, Devin Taylor was shown standing by with NXT's newest tag team, PMA. A man with a very eccentric look stepped into the picture, introducing himself as Solomon Crowe. "NXT is about to undergo a change that it never saw coming! The changing of the guard as the rebels against society take charge! Many individuals have fought with words, but I choose to allow my actions to do all of the talking! And those actions consist of three things - Pain, Malice and Agony!" said Crowe. Soon, laughter could be heard as another man stepped into the picture, presumably Crowe's tag team partner. "Man, I'm so excited! We're finally here on NXT! We made it to the big stage, Crowe! Ain't that awesome!?" the man shouted before introducing himself to the NXT Universe as Drake Younger. "Positive Mental Attitude, man! That's what it takes!" yelled out the very excited Younger. "......What did I tell you, Drake? Pain, Malice and Agony!" shouted Crowe, clearly irate with his partner's uplifting spirt. "No, man! Positive Mental Attitude! That's what got us here! Come on, Crowe! Let's hug it out!" Younger said before hugging Crowe, who tried to free himself from the hug.
At this time, a video package was shown for Finn Balor and Hideo Itami, featuring video clips and still images from their time outside of the WWE. "People always asked me when I would make the jump to WWE, and I know that Hideo has been asked the same question. I always gave one response, which was that I would be here in due time. Finn Balor and Hideo Itami have finally arrived and tonight, we become the NXT Tag Team Champions," said Balor. The rematch from TakeOver happens tonight. Finn Balor and Hideo Itami challenge The Alpha Wolves for the NXT Tag Team Championships!
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| COMMERCIAL BREAK | #BennettvsCass | A promo was shown for this Thursday's live edition of SmackDown. In a WWE Tag Team Championship match, Uprising members CM Punk and Wade Barrett put the titles on the line against the new number one contenders, The Real Americans. World Heavyweight Champion Daniel Bryan will have the deck stacked against him as he takes on Kassius Ohno, Antonio Cesaro and the Intercontinental Champion, Seth Rollins in a 3-on-1 Handicap match. Divas Champion AJ Lee, Paige and Kaitlyn will all be present in the ring at the same time as they sign the contract for their Triple Threat match at Payback. And speaking of Triple Threat matches, just announced via WWE.com, Cody Rhodes, Sheamus and Ryback do battle in a match for the number one contendership to the WWE Championship! SmackDown, live tomorrow night on SyFy.
Returning to NXT, footage was shown from a WWE live event this past weekend, where Emma and the NXT Women's Champion, Sasha Banks, competed for the first time in a main roster setting. Sasha managed to defeat Emma to retain her championship, but next week, the two Divas will be present once again in the Full Sail Arena.
MICHAEL BENNETT DEF. COLIN CASSADY W/ ENZO AMORE & MARIA KANELLIS: After winning the managerial services of Maria Kanellis back at NXT: TakeOver, Enzo Amore and Colin Cassady aired a video last week showing her as their maid. Tonight, Michael Bennett was given the chance at retribution against Big Cass while Enzo and Maria watched from ringside. After dodging a boot from Cass, Bennett rolled him up with his feet on the ropes to pick up the victory.
Immediately after the bell sounded, Michael Bennett rolled out of the ring and grabbed Maria Kanellis by her arm, trying to take her back. Enzo Amore, however, wouldn't allow Bennett to do so as he held onto Maria's other arm, the two engaging in a literal tug of war over her. Before either of Maria's arms could be ripped from their sockets, Colin Cassady slid out of the ring and delivered a Big Boot to Bennett, laying him out. "Hahaha! SAWFT!!" shouted Enzo Amore as the NXT Universe joined him in saying the catchphrase. Enzo, Cassady and Maria left up the entrance ramp, Byron Saxton questioning this entire situation. "How is Michael Bennett the bad guy in all of this? All he wants is his girlfriend back. What's wrong with that?" he asked, Jason Alberts responding by saying that her services do belong to Enzo and Cass now after what happened at NXT: TakeOver.
A video package was shown for The Alpha Wolves, the duo that has taken NXT by storm since their debut back at NXT ArRival in February. It was on that night that Eddie Edwards and Davey Richards managed to defeated Corey Graves and Jake Carter to become the NXT Tag Team Championships. "We captured these titles in our very first match here on NXT. Finn Balor and Hideo Itami attempted to do the same and we respect that tremendously. They have another opportunity tonight, but they won't get the job done," stated Edwards. "We've worked too damn hard to let go of these Tag Team Championships. We respect Finn and Hideo, but we're not going to lay down for them. They want these titles? They're going to have to rip them away from us," Richards said as the video concluded with the duo pointing their signature gun gestures at the camera.
A graphic was shown for the upcoming main event. The Alhpa Wolves defend the NXT Tag Team Championships against Finn Balor and Hideo Itami. The wait is over as that match is next, here on NXT!
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| COMMERCIAL BREAK | #TagTeamTitles | Prior to the start of the main event, a graphic was shown for next week's featured match up. Kevin Owens makes his in-ring debut against a WWE superstar is looking to use NXT to rejuvenate his career, Evan Bourne.
NXT TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH - FINN BALOR & HIDEO ITAMI DEF. THE ALPHA WOLVES: 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!
"The did it! Balor and Itami are the new NXT Tag Team Champions!" yelled out Jason Alberts on commentary. Balor stood his feet as Itami joined him in the ring, the two being handed the NXT Tag Team Titles. The roof blew off of the Full Sail Arena as the duo raised the titles high in the air, capturing them in just their third match on the brand. During the celebration, Eddie Edwards and Davey Richards confronted Balor and Itami. After a quick exchange of words, The Alpha Wolves extended their hands out as Balor and Itami accepted the handshake. "You two owe us one," said Edwards, referring to the fact that they have a rematch clause. Tonight, however, belongs to Finn Balor and Hideo Itami, the new NXT Tag Team Champions!
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Post by Planktung on Feb 26, 2015 12:08:06 GMT -5
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Post by tg11 on Feb 27, 2015 16:45:25 GMT -5
- Kevin Owens starting off NXT only to get interrupted by Evan Bourne of all people, that surprises me considering Evan Bourne is a main roster talent and now he is on NXT so I have to wonder why he is even here in NXT in the first place? Better yet I could get behind an Owens/Bourne feud if it happens considering Evan Bourne he is a former WWE United States Champion in your diary and he has put on classics with such superstars like Cena, Punk and Christian but with Owens he can create magic with Bourne
- The Addiction Frankie Kazarian and Christopher Daniels going over Los Matadores didn't really surprise me considering Kazarian and Daniels have much more going for them as a tag team and honestly seeing them with Maddox backstage, I loved it because Maddox is being investigated just like how The Committee are and if he were to give them an NXT Tag Team Championship match, it would be seen as favoritism and favoritism means automatic firing
- Bo Rotundo beating Tye Dillinger, it is obvious he is trying to send a message to Baron Corbin but it is clear that Baron might not get the message because Baron is just that good he is just that better than Bo and honestly I think it may be getting to Bo that Baron just might be better than him
- Michael Bennett beating Colin Casady, I wonder if by doing that if Bennett will try to challenge Enzo again in terms of Maria's services in terms of winning them back? If he can do that then I can see it being for the next NXT PPV but honestly seeing Bennett get laid out post match by Enzo and Casady in front of Maria, I was laughing the whole time because Bennett honestly he did have it coming to him
- And in the main event Itami and Dewitt becoming the new NXT Tag Team Champions beating the Alpha Wolves, now this match all I can really say about it was that this was not only a match that was put on as a clinic but that it was a classic between 2 of the great teams in NXT but also that not one but both of these tag teams have the potential to make that jump to the main roster fairly easily
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Post by Rated R on Feb 28, 2015 16:45:23 GMT -5
NXT: - Loved the opening, not only does Evan Bourne coming to NXT give you a chance to do something interesting with him but it makes NXT seem like a big deal even among the main roster. Plus Owens is always top class so they're match should be tons of fun. - Weird as hell seeing The Addiction in NXT, particularly under their own names. When WWE won't let guys like KENTA and Steen use their own names they're not going to let Kazarian or Daniels do it are they. - Digging the idea of a Bo / Corbin feud, there's no way Bo's going over at the end of it all but that's not the fun of it. - I kind of love PMA, that's a tag gimmick that could run and run and you've got two great talents to boot. - Again, I don't like the idea of Bennett using his independent scene name, kind of kills the realism for me. Now any Enzo is good Enzo, but I've never quite liked the idea of someone winning the services of a girl, there's just no sense in it. - Pretty huge main event for NXT, you'd expect to see something like this on one of the Takeover shows. Still, not about to complain and it's great to see Balor and Itami getting the titles, they're clearly future singles stars but a tag run together is exactly what they need right now. - A good show, my only problem really is the independent names, but that's a problem with immersion I guess. Keep it up.
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Post by Jord on Mar 2, 2015 20:50:49 GMT -5
Great way to kick things off with Evan Bourne returning to NXT. Bourne is a great addition to the roster and there's so many fun potential feuds you could have with him down there. Bourne/Owens sounds great. It's pretty cool seeing Daniels and Kazarian in NXT. #PUSHTYEDILLINGER. PMA sound like a great team. The NXT tag division is stacked. Enzo and Cass winning the managerial services of Maria is brilliant. WOW, did not expect Balor and Itami to win the tag titles here but I kind of dig it. I wonder if that means The Alpha Wolves will be headed to the main roster now? Decent ep of NXT, Ryan. You've got some great talent down there - probably greater talent than the main roster.
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Post by Planktung on Mar 8, 2015 15:34:45 GMT -5
#TagTeamTitles
| June 20th, 2013 from Dayton, OH - After the airing of the SmackDown into, a huge pyrotechnics display was set off here in Dayton, Ohio as the commentary trio of Michael Cole, Josh Mathews and John Bradshaw Layfield welcomed everyone to a very special live Thursday edition of SmackDown! A huge show is scheduled for this evening, featuring a main event that will see the World Heavyweight Champion Daniel Bryan take on Antonio Cesaro, Kassius Ohno and the 2013 King of the Ring, Intercontinental Champion Seth Rollins in a 3-on-1 Handicap match. A new number one contender will be determined for Bray Wyatt's WWE Championship as Cody Rhodes, Sheamus and Ryback do battle in a Triple Threat match. And speaking of Triple Threat matches, a huge Divas Championship match has been announced for Payback on July 14th. AJ Lee will defend the Divas Title against Kaitlyn and Paige! Tonight, however, the three of them will be present in the ring at the same time to sign the contract. All that and much more tonight on SmackDown, but first, we kick things off with a WWE Tag Team Championship match!
WWE TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH - THE REAL AMERICANS W/ ZEB COLTER DEF. CM PUNK & WADE BARRETT: This past Sunday at King of the Ring, The Real Americans were victorious against The Usos in Match Five of the Best of Five Series that the two teams had been waging war in. Later on in the evening, CM Punk and Wade Barett of The Uprising overcame the odds against Derick Bateman, Randy Orton and Batista of The Committee, claiming Orton and Batista's WWE Tag Team Titles in the process. Now, the stage was set for Punk and Barrett's first title defense. Towards the end of the bout, Shelton Benjamin took Wade Barrett out with a springboard Senton to the outside, leaving CM Punk and Jack Swagger as the two legal competitors. Punk hoisted Swagger up to his shoulders when J&J Security made their way out from the curtain to a chorus of boos. The official turned his attention to Jamie Noble and Joey Mercury, Punk focusing on the two Committee members as well. Suddenly, Derrick Bateman slid into the ring from the audience, striking Punk in the lower-back region with the Money in the Bank briefcase! Bateman exited the ring as quickly as he entered, J&J Security essentially doing the same as they ran up the entrance ramp once Mr. Money in the Bank was out of the picture. Swagger took the hindered Punk, delivering the Gutwrench Powerbomb for the win.
"Yes! They've done it! The Real Americans have captured the gold!" shouted John Bradshaw Layfield on commentary, the live audience clearly not sharing his enthusiasm for the result. Shelton Benjamin joined Jack Swagger in the ring as Zeb Colter took the WWE Tag Team Championships from ringside, handing them over to the new champions. Benjamin and Swagger held the titles high in the air while Wade Barrett assisted CM Punk out of the ring, the two rightfully livid. After delivering a huge blow to The Committee this past Sunday at King of the Ring, Derrick Bateman struck back against The Uprising, ending their title reign after just four days. And now, we have new WWE Tag Team Champions in The Real Americans! "We, the people!" shouted Swagger, Benjamin and Colter in celebration.
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| COMMERCIAL BREAK | #NevillevsSandow | Returning to SmackDown, a recap of the previous events were shown as interference from Mr. Money in the Bank, Derrick Bateman, allowed The Real Americans to get the victory against CM Punk and Wade Barrett to become the new WWE Tag Team Champions. "Four days as champions for CM Punk and Wade Barrett, and it's all thanks to Derrick Bateman and J&J Security," Josh Mathews stated as Michael Cole added that he knows for a fact that Punk and Barrett will have a response to The Committee for this.
The entrance music of Adrian Neville hit to a good response from the Dayton audience. 'The Man That Gravity Forgot' made his way down to the ring for a scheduled bout against his most accomplished opponent on the main roster thus far, The Miz. After Neville was settled in the ring, Miz' entrance music hit as 'The Awesome One' made his way out to the stage along with Jake Carter, who was introduced this past Monday on RAW as his "Stand-In." Miz remained on the stage as he said that Carter is not alone in what is being built as his 'Awesome Entourage.' "Ladies and gentlemen, show your appreciation for the man who will keep the 'Money Maker' protected at all costs, my body guard, Big E Langston!" Big E made his way out to join Miz and Carter, dressed in a black shirt and slacks with shades. "But wait! There's more to the picture. You've all met my Stand-In and body guard. Now, I give to you all the Stunt Double of the 'Most Must See WWE Superstar of All-Time!' Damien Sandow!" Sandow stepped out through the curtain, dressed exactly like both Miz and Carter. "Adrian Neville. I know that you've been looking forward to this match tonight because for once, you would finally be in the ring with someone whose presence would actually make the WWE Universe care about you for once. However, I'm not going to be competing tonight. Instead, Damien Sandow will fulfill his duties as my Stunt Double and take my spot."
ADRIAN NEVILLE DEF. DAMIEN SANDOW W/ THE MIZ, JAKE CARTER & BIG E LANGSTON: As Adrian Neville took on The Miz' new "Stunt Double" in Damien Sandow, Miz joined the commentary team as Jake Carter and Big E Langston stood next to him. One of the questions asked by Michael Cole was what the difference was between Sandow and Carter, the latter being Miz's "Stand-In." "The difference, Michael, is very obvious and I would've thought you'd know. Whenever I am not able to fulfill my duties as a WWE superstar, Damien will fill in for me in the ring, while Jake takes my spot outside of it. Like so," said Miz before standing up and ordering Jake Carter to take his spot on commentary. Sandow picked up some momentum towards the end of the match, attempting to hit Miz's Skull Crushing Finale. Neville, however, fought out of it, going behind Sandow and delivering a German Suplex. Neville climbed onto the top turnbuckle, coming down with the Red Arrow to get the victory.
The WWE Universe popped as Adrian Neville rose to his feet, his arm being held up high by the official. Damien Sandow rolled out of the ring as Big E Langston placed him on his shoulder, The Miz leading the way for the two of them and Jake Carter. Neville looked on at the 'Awesome Entourage,' knowing that while he was able to get a win over Damien Sandow, it was Miz who he was initially supposed to compete against.
Backstage, Rusev and Lana were shown walking down a corridor. The two will respond to the threats from Alberto Del Rio, next on SmackDown!
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| COMMERCIAL BREAK | #Rusev | A quick video package was shown for Tyson Kidd and Natalya, who will be renewing their wedding vows this coming Monday on RAW. A voice over from Natalya invited the entire WWE Universe to the ceremony as an invitation was shown on the screen.
In the arena, the entrance music of Rusev hit as the 'Super Athlete' and Lana made their way out to a massive amount of heat from the WWE Universe. Like usually, the duo did not care for the reception as Lana took a microphone from ringside. "Ever since RAW on Monday, all that Rusev and I have been hearing about is that Alberto Del Rio is looking for a fight. All because Rusev ripped apart his worthless county's flag. Alberto, we don't care what your reasoning is choosing to pick a fight with Rusev, but we will gladly accept your offer for a match and show just why Mother Russia is the superior and dominant land in the -" said Lana before she was cut off by the entrance music of Alberto Del Rio. The 'Mexican Aristocrat' received a great response as he marched down to the ring with authority, the anger in his eyes quite apparent. "Now wait just a minute," Lana said, though Del Rio didn't allow her to finish as he slid into the ring and immediately went after Rusev! Del Rio backed the 'Super Athlete' into a corner and struck away with multiple right hand shots before backing away. Del Rio charged into Rusev, hitting him with a running Enziguri! Rusev rolled out of the ring as Del Rio stepped onto the ring apron, leaping off and catching him with a Clothesline! Del Rio took a steel chair from ringside, swinging at Rusev. The 'Super Athlete' moved out of the way, causing Del Rio to swing the chair into the ring post. Rusev would then hit Del Rio with a hard forearm shot, taking him down creating the opening for the Accolade. Before Rusev could lock it in, Del Rio slid underneath him and grabbed the steel chair, striking Rusev in the back with it! Del Rio hit two more strikes before Rusev ran up the entrance ramp, Lana already on the stage waiting for him. "Rusev is retreating!" said Michael Cole as Del Rio stood tall in the ring with the WWE Universe firmly behind him. For the first time returning, Rusev has been made to look vulnerable! Courtesy of the man who is out for revenge against Rusev for desecrating the Mexican flag, Alberto Del Rio!
In the locker room area, Kassius Ohno and Antonio Cesaro were shown preparing for tonight's Handicap Match as Paul Heyman spoke to them, saying that tonight is the opportunity to right the wrongs from King of the Ring. Just as he was saying that, the 2013 King of the Ring winner and Intercontinental Champion, Seth Rollins, walked into the room. ".....No, don't mind me, Paul. Please proceed with whatever pep talk you were giving the two guys who couldn't get the job done against Daniel Bryan," Rollins. Heyman kept Cesaro and Ohno away from Rollins, not wanting their egos to clash. "Seth, allow me to be the first to congratulate you on your inevitable World Heavyweight Championship victory at SummerSlam. We all know it's coming and anyone who says otherwise is blind to your talent. Tonight, you are going to be an honorary 'Paul Heyman Guy,' so I would highly suggest that you learn to get along with Antonio Cesaro and Kassius Ohno," Heyman said. "Relax, Paul. I've dealt with Kassius Ohno plenty times before. We'll never see eye-to-eye after our numerous encounters in NXT, but I'm willing to out aside our differences tonight. And Cesaro, we're no strangers to each other, but we've never crossed paths in WWE. Let's keep it that way. You say that I'm an honorary 'Paul Heyman Guy,' but I can assure you that after I become a double champion at SummerSlam, you're gonna be begging me to sign onto this clientele permanently," Rollins said as he left the room, tension rising among the trio that must co-exist tonight against Daniel Bryan.
A graphic was shown for the upcoming Triple Threat match to determine the number one contender to Bray Wyatt's WWE Championship. Cody Rhodes, Ryback and Sheamus do battle, next on SmackDown!
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| COMMERCIAL BREAK | #NumberOneContender | A promo was shown for next Wednesday's edition of NXT. Kevin Owens competes in his debut match against a WWE superstar who has arrived in NXT to restore his career, Evan Bourne. Owens vs. Bourne on WWE NXT, next Wednesday night on ION Television.
Returning to SmackDown, a recap was shown for the events that transpired at the conclusion of Monday Night RAW. After John Cena unsuccessfully challenged Bray Wyatt for the WWE Championship, he was attacked once again by the United States Champion, Roman Reigns. Reigns drove Cena through the stage with a Spear, leaving Cena incapacitated as the 'One Man Army' managed to walk away from the scene under his own power. Cutting to the arena, Michael Cole gave an update on the condition of John Cena. "Cena underwent elbow surgery yesterday and is expected to be out for quite some time. We had already been hearing rumblings from various people that Cena was heading for surgery, but his already-existing injuries were aggravated by Roman Reigns' attack. We wish Cena a speedy recovery and hope to have him back soon. Along with that, we hope to get some sort of comment from Reigns regarding his shocking actions," Cole said.
TRIPLE THREAT NUMBER ONE CONTENDERS MATCH - CODY RHODES DEF. SHEAMUS & RYBACK: So much was riding on the line in our first hour main event as Cody Rhodes, Sheamus and Ryback competed for the right to challenge Bray Wyatt at Payback for the WWE Championship. "Even with the WWE Title involved, I'm not sure if it'll be wise for any of these three men to take on Bray Wyatt. Look at what Bray has done to the likes of Kane, Triple H, The Undertaker and John Cena. He's the most feared man in WWE today and rightfully so. Whoever wins this match will likely be his next victim at Payback," John Bradshaw Layfield commented. Sheamus was looking to connect with a Brogue Kick on the man who was his tag team partner just last week, Ryback. 'The Big Guy,' however, dodged the kick and caught Sheamus with a huge Meathook Clothesline. "Stupid!" shouted Ryback as he got a hold of Sheamus, attempting to place him in position for Shell Shocked. That was until Cody Rhodes crept up behind Ryback, dropping him with Cross Rhodes to get the win and become the number one contender.
The WWE Universe came unglued as Cody Rhodes stood to his feet, being declared the new number one contender for the WWE Championship. "Cody Rhodes made it clear when he returned that he wanted nothing more than to add the WWE Championship to his resume, and now, he has that opportunity at Payback," Michael Cole stated as Rhodes celebrated his victory. That celebration, however, was cut short as the signature of The Wyatt Family hit. In an arena filled with darkness, a spotlight was placed on a rocking chair at ringside, the WWE Championship resting on the seat. Rhodes stared at the title until Bray Wyatt could be seen approaching him from behind in the darkness. ".....RUN!" shouted Wyatt before turning Rhodes around, delivering Sister Abigail! The lights had fully come back on as Wyatt stared down at Rhodes, laughing maniacally. The 'Eater of Worlds' exited the ring and took a seat in his rocking chair, cradling the WWE Title as if it were a baby. Wyatt simply looked on at the motionless body of the new number one contender, already making it known that he plans on holding onto the WWE Championship come Payback!
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| COMMERCIAL BREAK | #ContractSigning | A promo was shown for the WWE Network, launching on July 15th immediately after Monday Night RAW!
Returning to a live Thursday edition of SmackDown, the ring was shown propped and ready for the contract signing for the Triple Threat Divas Championship match at Payback. Along with members of the WWE Board of Directors, several officials were present in the ring to keep order intact throughout the segment. The entrance music Paige hit first as the 'Anti-Diva' made her way out to a massive ovation from the WWE Universe. Paige glared at the Board members and officials, not keen on the idea of not being able to get her hands on either Kaitlyn or AJ Lee. Speaking of Kaitlyn, the 'Hybrid-Diva' and Committee member made her way out to new entrance music. With the WWE Universe showering her with boos, Kaitlyn stepped into as she stared down Paige, neither able to do anything with so many eyes looking on to make sure things didn't get out of hand. Lastly, AJ Lee made her entrance to a mixed response, the reigning Divas Champion skipping down to the ring as she stood across from the two women who will be gunning for her title at Payback. One of the Board of Director members took a microphone and stated that at this time when The Committee is being investigated, the activity between talent will be heavily monitored and all precautions will be taken to make sure that order is kept. "We understand the animosity there is in this situation, but we ask that you three ladies remain calm, cool and collected. Let's try to get through this contract signing without causing a ruckus," the Board member said. Paige approached the Board member, snatching the microphone from his hands. "Thank you all for taking it upon yourselves to evaluate The Committee. Clearly, a prolonged investigation is required to see exactly what they've done wrong. It's not like there's video footage out there of Triple H giving me a Pedigree, or Stephanie McMahon smashing my mum's head with a chair....." Paige, staring at the Board of Directors intensively. "I'm not an idiot. I know what's going on in the corporate offices. Vince McMahon has 'ordered' an investigation to please the public and make them believe that something will be done about The Committee, but the reality is that is bullcrap. Nothing was done when Hunter put his hands on me, nor when Stephanie assaulted my mum. None of you will ever do a damn thing about this, which is why The Uprising has taken matters into our own hands. The Committee has gotten what they've wanted so far. Punk and Barrett aren't Tag Team Champions anymore. Dean Ambrose still doesn't have a job here because of someone who, ironically, doesn't have a job either! For once, AJ, you're not the guilty 'AJ,'" said Paige as she glared back at the Divas Champion, who only sarcastically smiled and waved at the 'Anti-Diva.' "Dolph, Ted and Joe still aren't back from their injuries that were caused by The Committee! You people aren't going to do a thing about any of this and I know that! So you know what I'm gonna do? I'm gonna-" said Paige before Kaitlyn took another microphone from ringside and interrupted her. "You're gonna what, Paige?!? Huh?!? You're gonna take out barbed wire and thumbtacks again? What did that get you last time? You were left laying on this mat without the Divas Title to your name! The same Divas Title that I came this close to winning at King of the Ring until you decided to stick your nose in MY business! And now, you have another title match because of these Board members who you just bashed! Ultimately, I don't care. I don't care about having to go through not just AJ, but you as well at Payback to finally become the Divas Champion." Kaitlyn put her microphone down as she took the pen from the desk, signing the contract. Once done with that, Kaitlyn flicked the pen Paige, hitting her in the forehead. The 'Hybrid-Diva' laughed to herself as Paige looked infuriated, but couldn't do anything with so many Board members and officials watching her. Paige proceeded to pick up the pen from the canvas, signing the contract with it. As she was doing so, Kaitlyn picked her microphone back up, speaking while pressing her other hand down onto the table surface. "You know, Paige, I've always said that I have no regrets as member of The Committee, but I take that back. I really, really wish that I could have been the one to smash your worthless mum's head in," said Kaitlyn, continuing to laugh. At that moment, Paige took the pen from the table and attempted to drive it into Kaitlyn's hand! "Get her away! Get her away!!" screamed Kaitlyn in the middle of cries of pain. The officials grabbed Paige and escorted her out of the ring, the Board members following them. Kaitlyn sat on her knees in the ring, holding her hand that was just nearly impaled with a pen. Suddenly, she was caught by AJ Lee with a Shining Wizard! The Divas Champion took advantage of the fact that there was nobody else in the ring after the scene that Paige caused. AJ took the pen from the mat, using it to sign the contract and make the match official. At Payback on July 14th, AJ defends the Divas Championship against Paige and Kaitlyn in a Triple Threat match!
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| COMMERCIAL BREAK | #WyattvsRVD | WWE CHAMPION BRAY WYATT W/ LUKE HARPER & ERICK ROWAN DEF. ROB VAN DAM IN A NON-TITLE MATCH: Earlier tonight, we saw the new WWE Champion, Bray Wyatt, make a statement towards his challenger come Payback, Cody Rhodes. Now, it was time for Wyatt to step into the ring and take on a man who is looking to get back into contention for the title that he once held seven years ago, Rob Van Dam. RVD managed to pick up a bit of momentum towards the end of the match after spending much of the time being manhandled by Wyatt. As Van Dam was climbing onto the top rope for the Five Star Frog Splash, Wyatt got to his feet and staggered towards the opposite corner. Upon turning around, Wyatt saw Van Dam flying towards him with a Crossbody. Wyatt, however, was able to grab Van Dam, placing him on his feet and delivering Sister Abigail! The new WWE Champion was not yet finished, though. He picked Van Dam up off of the canvas, putting him into position for the Tombstone. "Bray Wyatt continues to use the maneuver of the man he buried alive, The Undertaker," Michael Cole noted as Wyatt dropped Van Dam onto the top of his head, covering him to get the win.
Bray Wyatt slowly rose to his feet as he was handed back the WWE Championship, holding it at his side while staring down at the motionless carcass of Rob Van Dam. Wyatt exited the ring with the WWE Title draped over his shoulder, leading the way for Luke Harper and Erick Rowan of The Wyatt Family. "Cody Rhodes is going to walk into the abyss at Payback," said John Bradshaw Layfield, Michael Cole agreeing that challenging Bray Wyatt for the WWE Championship will be the toughest challenge to date for the 'Prince of Pro Wrestling.' As the hellish trio headed up the entrance ramp, the theme music of Daniel Bryan hit to an enormous pop from the audience. Bryan made his way out to the stage as he locked eyes with Wyatt, the WWE and World Heavyweight Champions come face-to-face. After a brief staredown, Wyatt let out a small laugh before continuing on his way. Bryan turned his attention away from Wyatt as he lead the WWE Universe in a "Yes!" chant, heading down to the ring for our main event Handicap Match!
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| COMMERCIAL BREAK | #HandicapMatch | Prior to the start of the main event, Michael Cole informed the viewers at home of breaking news that he just received during the commercial break. "This past Sunday at King of the Ring, AJ Styles, a free-agent in the world of sports entertainment, hit the ring and attacked Dean Ambrose during the King of the Ring Finals. Due to Styles' status as an unsigned competitor, we've kept mention of him sparse, but it would appear that we will be seeing more of him soon. This Monday night during RAW, AJ Styles will sign his official WWE contract. COO Triple H will be visiting Styles at his home in Gainesville to not only welcome him to the WWE, but The Committee as well," Cole said. "I've never met AJ Styles in person, but I have seen bits of his work before and I can say that this is a huge acquisition for the WWE. Never thought I would see him align himself with The Committee, but hopefully this Monday, we get answers from Styles," John Bradshaw Layfield added. AJ Styles officially joins World Wrestling Entertainment, this coming Monday on RAW!
3-ON-1 HANDICAP MATCH - INTERCONTINENTAL CHAMPION SETH ROLLINS, ANTONIO CESARO & KASSIUS OHNO W/ PAUL HEYMAN DEF. WORLD HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION DANIEL BRYAN: The odds were not in the favor of the World Heavyweight Champion, Daniel Bryan, in this situation. Not only was he taking on the two men that he defeated this past Sunday at King of the Ring, but also the 2013 King of the Ring winner, Intercontinental Champion and superstar who will be challenging for the World Heavyweight Title at SummerSlam, Seth Rollins. As Antonio Cesaro was going for the Swiss Death Uppercut, Bryan managed to counter it into a small package roll up. Cesaro kicked out and went for a Clothesline, but Bryan was able to dodge it and charge at Rollins and Kassius Ohno with a Running Dropkick. Bryan moved out of the way as Cesaro ran towards him, getting the 'Swiss Superman' into a corner and hitting him with numerous kicks to the chest. After a Running Dropkick to Cesaro, Bryan climbed onto the top rope with the intention of delivering a Diving Headbutt. When Bryan leaped off, Rollins slid back into the ring and caught him with a Superkick in mid-air! Bryan crashed onto the mat as Rollins stepped back out onto the apron, extending his arm out to Cesaro. The tag was made to the Intercontinental Champion, who hit Bryan with the Curb Stomp! Rollins got the cover on his SummerSlam opponent, getting the victory for his team.
"Seth Rollins has pinned the World Heavyweight Champion!" Michael Cole said on commentary as Rollins stood to his feet, letting out a huge shout after picking up a pinfall victory over his SummerSlam opponent, Daniel Bryan. He was handed the Intercontinental Championship back, but also went out to ringside for the World Title. Rollins stared at both pieces of gold as Antonio Cesaro and Kassius Ohno looked on at him, the two still having their eyes set on the title that neither could capture at King of the Ring. Paul Heyman then met the three at ringside, telling them to "proceed with the plan...."
Daniel Bryan attempted to rise to his feet, but was struck from behind by Cesaro and Ohno. The two 'Paul Heyman Guys' assaulted the World Heavyweight Champion before throwing him to the outside, where Rollins locked his eyes on the carcass of Bryan. Rollins charged towards him, delivering a second Curb Stomp, this time onto the floor! Bryan was motionless as Heyman began to call for someone from the locker room area......
......"Oh my God," John Bradshaw Layfield stated as the entrance music of Brock Lesnar hit! A portion of the audience popped while some responded in horror, but nonetheless, everyone in the arena was on their feet as the 'Beast Incarnate' walked down to the ring for the first time in nearly three months. "Guys, Bryan's out. He can't defend himself against Cesaro, Ohno and Rollins, much less Brock Lesnar," Josh Mathews said with concern. Lesnar slowly walked over to Bryan as Cesaro and Ohno began to take apart the announce table. The 'Beast Incarnate' picked Bryan up off of the floor, hoisting him up to his shoulders for an F-5! However, Lesnar wasn't able to continue on with Paul Heyman's sick plan as another surprise entrance theme hit. "KURT ANGLE!!!" Cole shouted as the roof nearly blew off of the place! Lesnar dropped Bryan as he looked up at the stage, a few seconds passing before Angle stepped through the curtain! Angle, who was attacked by Lesnar while giving a retirement speech five nights after WrestleMania XXIX, ran down to the ring, taking out Ohno and Cesaro with German Suplexes! Seth Rollins took the Intercontinental Title and escaped through the crowd, not wanting any part of Angle's wrath. Angle then delivered a Suicide Dive through the second rope, leaping onto Lesnar! "Angle's got Lesnar!" Cole said as the Olympic Gold Medalist struck Lesnar repeatedly! Angle tried to apply the Ankle Lock, but Cesaro was able to stop him. Angle avoided an Uppercut from Cesaro, lifting him off of his feet and driving him through the announce table with an Angle Slam! Lesnar, Ohno and Heyman were able to use that time to hurry up the entrance ramp, Angle helping Bryan back up to his feet as Cesaro lied motionless on top of the table remains. "Kurt Angle is back and he has his sights set on one person - Brock Lesnar!" was the call made by Cole as the WWE Universe thunderously chanted Angle's name.
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Post by Planktung on Mar 8, 2015 15:38:07 GMT -5
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Post by The Kevstaaa on Mar 8, 2015 19:58:35 GMT -5
NXT: Seeing Evan Bourne return is pretty awesome. He could be a great asset to NXT, similar to The Brian Kendrick and Rhyno in real life. Plus a match against Kevin Owens would be fun. A win for the Addiction is the way to go since they've been a bit outshined by Finn Balor and Hideo Itami, and the Wolves. I would love to see them get a run with the belts. The appletini always makes me laugh. Bo Rotundo is still a name I dislike but the eleven seconds thing was funny. Solomon Crowe! I'm pretty stoked that you had planned to bring him in already in WWE: The Diary and I get to work with that. Michael Bennett winning is something I like because I see potential in him. The Enzo/Maria stuff still entertains. Lastly, great main event. I saw Balor and Itami winning the titles though I wonder what your plans are for them. I don't see Finn staying in development for much longer. Great episode. Smackdown: Live Smackdowns are always pretty damn cool. Great choice for an opener and I'm very happy to see the Real Americans win the titles. I wanted them to be the ones to dethrone Wrestling Royalty but that never happened, so I like that. Even with the shenanigans, it was a big win for Jack Swagger and Shelton Benjamin. Giving Miz an entourage is sweet, but I don't know the difference between a stand-in and a stunt double. Big E fits the body guard role perfectly. While I see the positives in Adrian Neville winning, I don't know if the Awesome Entourage losing right after debuting was a smart call. I'm looking forward to the renewing of Tyson and Nattie's vows. I appreciate that the Rusev feud isn't about America. yea, you can be patriotic about other countries dammit! Plus, Alberto Del Rio is awesome. The Seth Rollins/Kassius Ohno/Antonio Cesaro stuff was fun. Excellent Triple Threat match and I knew Cody Rhodes would win. His previous issues with the Wyatt Family should make this interesting. It's crazy to think that you have Cody/Bray in a WWE Title match on PPV. That's unheard of in real life. I loved the write up to the contract signing. It made the girls once again seem important and Paige's rant on the Board of Directors was well done. I liked how AJ kind of stood aside only to get standing tall in the end. Bray Wyatt winning with the Tombstone again was sweet. AJ Styles officially signing was obvious but big news anyway. Daniel Bryan loses and he should have. Seth getting the pin is big heading into SummerSlam. I appreciate that this is getting a two month build, but it leads me to wonder what Bryan and Seth are going to do at Payback. Whoa. Chaotic end to the show with Brock Lesnar and Kurt Angle. I sense Brock/Kurt at SummerSlam, which adds to what I'm sure is going to be a stacked card. Big time Smackdown that seemed to deliver. Looking forward to what you have planned for the coming months.
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Post by tg11 on Mar 9, 2015 18:25:12 GMT -5
- Seeing the Real Americans Swagger & Shelton Benjamin become the new WWE Tag Team Champions beating CM Punk and Wade Barrett, well the only reason why Colter's boys Swagger & Benjamin are the new WWE Tag Team Champions is because of Mr. Money in the Bank Derrick Bateman insinuating himself in this match costing Punk and Barrett the titles because if it hadn't been for his interference Punk and Barrett would have retained those titles but at the same time this just adds to The Uprising's feud with The Committee so I can see why you had Punk and Barrett lose the titles
- Adrian Neville going over Sandow, who is now a part of Miz's new entourage I can see that you are basically building up Neville's first big feud and who better than The Miz who in this diary is a former WWE Champion but seeing Miz with his new entourage with Jake Carter, Sandow and now Big E. I just did not expect them to basically fail in their first night together as a group I really didn't but at the same time I can understand you wanting to keep Neville relevant so there's that
- Rusev/Del Rio segment this feud is not only about patriotism it is also about pride and Del Rio to him this is more about patriotism this is more about pride for him it is all about the fact that Rusev not only disrespected him but disrespected his whole entire country insulting a man's country insulting a man's heritage I can see why Del Rio went after Rusev the way he did here in this segment, the first time I think we have seen Rusev vulnerable, Del Rio I love this new aggressive side El Patron has, this new side of Del Rio a much more angrier ruthless Del Rio is who we need to see in that ring and for Rusev to bring it out of him, this feud can only elevate not only Rusev but Del Rio too at the same time
- In a sense Reigns he basically put Cena on the shelf but for Cena I see him returning at SummerSlam setting up Cena/Reigns for SummerSlam if anything
- Cody Rhodes winning the Triple Threat #1 Contender's Match for the WWE Championship beating both Sheamus and Ryback to get the opportunity, Rhodes is back where he belongs back in the main event but at the same time I can understand why you had Cody go over in this match considering his feud with the Wyatt Family most notably the WWE Champion Bray Wyatt so to see Rhodes vs Wyatt for the WWE Championship at Payback now this is a match that I am definitely looking forward to
- The WWE Divas segment, Triple Threat Match contract signing for the WWE Divas Championship between the reigning defending WWE Divas Champion AJ Lee, Kaitlyn of The Committee and Paige, and the Board of Directors on hand to oversee this, it was obvious that this was going to be a contract signing that was going to end badly and it did but to see AJ the WWE Divas Champion stand tall after all of it makes sense considering Paige and Kaitlyn are too busy worrying about each other about wanting to get at each other in the worst way while AJ she can stand by and just watch them tear each other apart and she can capitalize off of that
- WWE Champion Bray Wyatt in his second singles match I think since becoming WWE Champion back at King of the Ring when he beat John Cena and then the night after on RAW beat Cena again to retain his title and then here on Smackdown he beats RVD, I mean he continues to use The Undertaker's finisher and honestly it makes sense considering Wyatt he not only buried The Undertaker alive he more or less has become the new Phenom of the WWE but at the same time I just can't see Bray Wyatt vs The Undertaker again at WrestleMania 30 considering they faced each other already at WrestleMania 29 in this diary so for them to have another match again I would much rather it happen at either SummerSlam or at Survivor Series at least
- AJ Styles officially signing with WWE in this diary officially signing and becoming a WWE superstar, we knew this was going to happen I mean it was only a matter of time considering what happened at WWE King of the Ring when he interfered in the King of the Ring final between Dean Ambrose and Seth Rollins aligning himself with The Committee, maybe we will finally get some damn answers from AJ Styles
- Main event, World Heavyweight Champion Daniel Bryan losing the 3 on 1 Handicap Match to Rollins, Cesaro and Ohno I mean look the odds were stacked against Bryan from the jump there was no way he was going to win this match I mean let's be honest but then seeing Bryan get beat down post-match only for Heyman's #1 client The Beast Incarnate Brock Lesnar to show up like this out of nowhere unexpectedly I might add, Lesnar showing up to put the final nail in the coffin on Bryan's beatdown only for Kurt Angle to make the save for Daniel Bryan, Angle cleaning house and Lesnar, Heyman, Cesaro, Ohno and Rollins all retreating, Angle is back, Angle wants payback obviously considering Lesnar put him on the shelf
- I see Angle vs Brock at SummerSlam but I wonder where this leaves the World Heavyweight Champion Daniel Bryan as far as the WWE Payback PPV goes? I mean Rollins the 2013 King of the Ring winner he has his World Heavyweight Championship match at SummerSlam and Bryan is still the champion but wouldn't he have to defend his title at Payback? So who is to say that this championship match between him and Rollins will even happen at SummerSlam especially if Bryan has to defend his title
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Post by Planktung on Mar 10, 2015 1:31:11 GMT -5
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