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Post by Planktung on Jul 12, 2015 12:55:38 GMT -5
NXT TAG TEAM CHAMPION HIDEO ITAMI DEF. DAVEY RICHARDS AND FRANKIE KAZARIAN IN A TRIPLE THREAT: One week before NXT TakeOver: Revision is live on the WWE Network, three of the six competitors in the NXT Tag Team Championship match competed in a Triple Threat bout to kick things off. Momentum was riding on the line as Hideo Itami was able to pick up the victory for himself after planting Frankie Kazarian with his new finishing maneuver, the Burning Hammer. Itami retrieved his NXT Tag Team Title before heading up the entrance ramp, the question being raised if his tag team partner, Finn Balor, can do the same against Christopher Daniels and Eddie Edwards in tonight's main event.
CHRIS MASTERS W/ MICHAEL BENNETT & MARIA KANELLIS DEF. COLLIN CASSADY W/ ENZO AMORE: Another preview of a match set for NXT TakeOver: Revision next week when Michael Bennett and Chris Masters finally settle the score with the massively popular duo of Enzo Amore and Collin Cassady. Tonight, the 'Masterpiece' and 'Big Cass' did battle as Cassady fell victim to the Master Lock, unable to break it before passing out. Afterwards, Bennett stepped into the ring as he and Masters assaulted the already-down Cassady. Enzo Amore wouldn't allow the assault to go any further as he took a steel chair from ringside, swinging it at Bennett and Masters before the two of them bolted out of the ring. Bennett, Masters and Maria Kanellis taunted Enzo while on the stage, mocking his "SAWFT!" catchphrase.
BO ROTUNDO DEF. CJ PARKER: "This could be the final match for Bo Rotundo here on NXT," Jason Alberts stated on commentary to remind everyone of the stipulation set in place for Bo's match next week against Baron Corbin at NXT TakeOver: Revision. If Bo cannot break the undefeated steak of Corbin, he must leave NXT for good. Bo attempted to finish off CJ Parker in quick fashion like Corbin did to him, but it took the 'Inspirational Superstar' much longer than eleven seconds. Bo was eventually able to get the win with the Running Bo-Dog, taking a victory lap around the ring afterwards. "I Bolieve I'm not going anywhere!" shouted Bo as he made the walk towards the backstage area, showing absolute confidence heading into what could be his final match on NXT next week.
Returning to NXT, a special video package was shown for the number one contender to the NXT Women's Championship, Bayley. With the theme song for next week's Women's Title match, "Cool Kids" by Echosmith, playing in the background, highlights of Bayley's NXT career up to this point were shown, including photos from her childhood and adolescent years. "Growing up, I was never like any of the other kids at my schools and I never heard the end of it. I was picked on for the way I looked, the way I dressed and the way I acted. My escape from all of that at an early age was wrestling. I knew from the moment I first watched that this is what I wanted to do. Not just to live my own dream, but to show others that you can be different and still do whatever it is that you want. That's why whenever I'm out there, I give hugs and whatnot. People think it's silly and childish, I know, but what if just one hug is the difference between someone giving up on their dreams and deciding chase it. People like Sasha Banks don't understand that and I don't get it. At heart, she and I are the same person. We both grew up loving the WWE and didn't let anything stop us from getting here. If we knew each other in school, we would have been best friends, probably. But for whatever, she uses her talents to make everyone feel like we're beneath her. When we stood in the ring a few weeks ago and she tried to crush my spirit, I took it personally because I spent many years taking that kind of verbal abuse from people like her. Instead of walking away, I decided to do something to Sasha that I didn't do anyone else who picked on me before: I fought back. Next week at NXT TakeOver: Revision, I'm going to continue that fight and do whatever I can to take the NXT Women's Championship. And once I beat Sasha and have that title in my hands, I can look back at that little girl who just wanted to live her dreams and tell her, 'You did it.'"
Prior to the start of the main event, two separate graphics were shown to promote upcoming main roster appearances for several NXT superstars. Already common knowledge to the NXT Universe, Tag Team Champions Finn Balor and Hideo Itami will be in action this Friday on SmackDown. Also, next Monday on RAW, the contract will be signed by all five competitors in the NXT Championship Scramble match. Kevin Owens, Sami Zayn, Adam Cole, Evan Bourne and the defending champion, Tyler Breeze, all in the same ring at the same time, just two days before NXT TakeOver: Revision!
NXT TAG TEAM CHAMPION FINN BALOR VS. EDDIE EDWARDS VS. CHRISTOPHER DANIELS IN A TRIPLE THREAT MATCH ENDED IN A NO CONTEST: A follow up to the opening contest as the remaining participants in next week's NXT Tag Team Championship match competed in the main event of the evening. This time, complete chaos broke out when Finn Balor was looking to deliver Coup De Grâce to Christopher Daniels, only for Frankie Kazarian to run down to ringside and push him off of the top rope. Hideo Itami and Davey Richards would soon get involved, Eddie Edwards joining them in taking out The Addiction. When Daniels and Kazarian were out of the ring, Itami was met with a Double Superkick from The Alpha Wolves! Edwards grabbed both NXT Tag Team Championships, handing one over to Richards. The Alpha Wolves raised the titles while standing over all four of their adversaries in the Triple Threat match at NXT TakeOver: Revision. In seven days, will the NXT Universe witness Richards and Edwards become the first-ever two-time NXT Tag Team Champions?
Kicking off the first edition of Friday Night SmackDown following a historic SummerSlam was the entrance of Batista, who received a fairly positive reception from the Bakersfield audience. Once 'The Animal' was in the ring, he took out a microphone and looked out into the crowd that chanted his name. "So it's 'Batista' now and not 'Bootista?'" he said with a smile on his face. "I cracked a smile right there, I admit, but I haven't been doing a lot of that lately because a few days ago on RAW, I was attacked from behind backstage by the guy who blames Randy Orton and myself for The Committee's loss at SummerSlam, AJ Styles. AJ, I've waited four whole days for this. Get your ass out to this ring," said a focused Batista. Mr. Money in the Bank, AJ Styles, did respond to the challenge by making his way out to the stage, but Styles wasn't interested in fighting at that very moment. "The finger has been pointed at me for this whole situation and quite frankly, I don't appreciate. I'll say this slowly because it's pretty clear that not very many people in the WWE Universe are even the slightest bit of intelligent. I did NOT attack you on RAW, Batista. Did people see me standing over you backstage? Maybe since I did examine that situation for myself, but that was only to see if you'd be able to compete in the Handicap match," Styles said, which only further angered Batista. "That is crap, Styles, and even you know it! Booker T puts you in a Handicap match against me and Randy Orton, and I just happened to get jumped by someone else? You walked away from RAW unscathed, but I'll be damned if that happens again tonight." Batista removed his shirt, angrily calling for Styles to get into the ring and face him. "You want me one-on-one, Batista?! You're on!" Styles yelled out as he walked towards to the ring, only to back away after stepping onto the ring apron. ".... Later on tonight," Mr. Money in the Bank added as the WWE Universe showered him with boos. Batista gets his hands on AJ Styles in our main event tonight!
BRAY WYATT DEF. UNITED STATES CHAMPION ADRIAN NEVILLE IN A NON-TITLE MATCH: A huge way to kick off Friday Night SmackDown as the current United States Champion, Adrian Neville, took on the former WWE Champion, Bray Wyatt. While Neville waits for this Monday's match up between Alberto Del Rio and Tyson Kidd to see who he will be defending his gold against at Night of Champions, Wyatt already has a date set in one of sports entertainment's most demonic structures, the Elimination Chamber. However, neither superstar seemed to be looking ahead to September 15th as they both threw everything that they had at one another here. Ultimately, Neville's Moonsault attempt was countered as Wyatt caught him in position for a Tombstone, grounding the 'Man That Gravity Forgot' and managing to pick up the victory. Wyatt slowly exited the ring after the match, leaving behind a near-lifeless United States Champion.
Returning to Friday night SmackDown, Justin Roberts made an introduction that brought the members of the WWE Universe to their feet. "Please welcome...... Daniel Bryan!" Bryan's entrance music hit as the former World Heavyweight Champion made his way down to the ring, shouting "Yes!" repeatedly along with the audience here in Bakersfield. While Bryan was scheduled to do battle against Ryback here tonight, he had something to say beforehand. Bryan took a microphone from ringside, starting off by saying that he feels like he let everyone down at SummerSlam. "A lot of people, myself included, were counting on me to defeat Seth Rollins and become a dual champion. It was my only loss on Pay-Per-View this year, and truthfully, it was one of the hardest defeats I've ever had to accept. But I'm not one to dwell on the past too much and I won't make any excuses for my loss. It wasn't because of Kevin Owens' Pop Up Powerbomb a few weeks ago on RAW because as you all can tell, I'm still standing and I gave it my all at SummerSlam. Owens couldn't keep me down and neither could Seth. I quickly had to move on, and it was pretty obvious that Seth Rollins did as well because this past Monday, he made a monumental announcement by unifying the World Heavyweight and Intercontinental Titles to create the Intercontinental Heavyweight Championship. What Seth didn't tell everyone during his speech on RAW was one of the hidden reasons for the unification. By deactivating the World Heavyweight Championship, Seth believes that so too will be rematch clause. What I don't think he realizes is that I spoke with Booker T the next day and he informed me that while I don't have a rematch clause for an Intercontinental Heavyweight Championship match, he would grant me one for any time and place that I choose. Night of Champions seems like the obvious answer, but I got to say. September 15th seems like quite a while away, which is why I told Booker that I want my match against Seth Rollins live this Monday on RAW!" The audience erupted for Bryan's announcement before he asked one simple question. "Bakersfield, am I going to become the new Intercontinental Heavyweight Champion this Monday?! Yes! Yes! Yes!"
DANIEL BRYAN DEF. RYBACK: The "Yes!" chants could not be silenced as the WWE Universe was still buzzing about the bit of news we heard from Daniel Bryan prior to the start of this contest. Rather than waiting for Night of Champions three weeks from Sunday, Bryan has chosen to challenge Seth Rollins for the Intercontinental Heavyweight Championship this Monday on RAW. However, an obstacle in the form of Ryback stood in his way tonight. Bryan caught Ryback's arm during a Meathook Clothesline attempt, bringing him down to the canvas and applying the Yes Lock! Ryback's strength was unable to save him that predicament, leaving 'The Big Guy' with no choice but to submit. "For the second time this week, Ryback has tapped out!" John Bradshaw Layfield said as Daniel Bryan celebrated his win with the WWE Universe, picking up a huge measure of momentum. It was much needed for Bryan as he looks ahead to Monday night when he takes on Rollins for the Intercontinental Heavyweight Championship!
In the backstage area, Batista was shown preparing for his match tonight against AJ Styles when Randy Orton walked into the room. "How you feeling?" Batista asked, to which Orton responded that he'd be lying if he said that he feels anywhere near great, but wouldn't miss the chance to see his good friend dismantle AJ Styles tonight. "Styles isn't fooling anyone when he says that he nothing to do with your attack. It damn sure worked out for him, seeing as how he dropped me onto my head afterwards. We did the right thing on Sunday by allowing Triple H to be ripped to shreds by The Uprising. Tonight, we personally do the same to AJ Styles," declared Orton.
JOHN CENA DEF. THE MIZ W/ THE AWESOME ENTOURAGE VIA DISQUALIFICATION: The opportunity for The Miz to regain momentum by challenging the man who he defeated in the biggest match of his career at WrestleMania XXVII, John Cena. Cena himself was looking to get back on track after falling to Roman Reigns this past Sunday at SummerSlam. Five minutes or so into the match, Miz was placed in the STF. When Miz got closer to the bottom rope, Cena pulled him back into the center of the ring before re-applying the hold. Before Miz could submit, Big E Langston and Damien Sandow of The Awesome Entourage slid into the ring and attacked Cena, causing the disqualification finish. Sandow helped Miz to his feet as Big E stomped away on Cena, picking him up for the Big Ending. However, the odds were evened when the NXT Tag Team Champions, Finn Balor and Hideo Itami, hit the ring! Miz, Big E and Sandow immediately exited the squared circle as Balor and Itami called for them to get back in. The Awesome Entourage attempted to leave the ring when the new WWE Commissioner, Booker T, appeared on the titantron, stating that he would not allow The Miz and his Entourage to just walk away from a fight here on SmackDown. "Finn Balor and Hideo Itami are guests on SmackDown, and they're going to be given some competition. I want this match to be restarted right now as a Six Man Tag Team match!" Booker said to unanimous approval of the WWE Universe.
JOHN CENA AND NXT TAG TEAM CHAMPIONS FINN BALOR & HIDEO ITAMI DEF. THE AWESOME ENTOURAGE IN A SIX MAN TAG TEAM MATCH: An impromptu Six Man Tag Team match as the WWE Universe witnessed a "Dream Team" come together in the form of John Cena and the NXT Tag Team Champions, Finn Balor and Hideo Itami. After Cena delivered an Attitude Adjustment to Damien Sandow over the top rope and onto Big E Langston, The Miz was left all alone the ring with his three adversaries. Miz tried to go after Cena, but was caught with hip toss. Miz got to his feet, only to be drilled with a running Dropkick from Hideo Itami, sending him back-first into a corner. Miz bounced off of the turnbuckles, face down on the canvas as Finn Balor ascended to the top rope. "He calls this 'Coup De Grâce!'" Michael Cole stated as Balor leaped off of the turnbuckle, stomping both of his feet onto Miz' chest! Balor got the cover, scoring the pinfall over a former WWE Champion! Cena raised Balor and Itami's arms as the three stood tall in victory, the NXT Tag Team Champions putting everyone on notice before their title defense against The Alpha Wolves and The Addiction next Wednesday at NXT TakeOver: Revision!
The RAW Rebound aired at this time, focusing on the main event between Bray Wyatt and CM Punk. The match ended in chaos as The Wyatt Family and The Uprising stood across from each other, both sides ready for another war. In a shocking turn of events, Wade Barrett would strike Punk in the back with a steel chair before also assaulting Dean Ambrose and Dolph Ziggler. Barrett stated that with The Committee no longer a threat, his sole focus was now becoming the WWE Champion at Night of Champions in the Elimination Chamber and he didn't need, nor want to be associated with anyone from The Uprising. How will Punk, Ambrose and Ziggler respond to Barrett's betrayal this Monday on RAW?
CHRISTIAN DEF. XAVIER WOODS W/ KOFI KINGSTON: This past Monday on RAW, Christian made his return after not having competed for nearly a full year. Looking just as impressive as he did on Monday night, Christian was able to maintain control of the match early on. Kofi Kingston attempted to derail the momentum of 'Captain Charisma' by pulling on his foot, which the official noticed before ejecting Kofi from ringside. With no outside distractions any longer, Christian put Xavier Woods away with the Killswitch, picking up his second victory this week. "Christian is looking as good as he ever has. Night of Champions is on the horizon, and you have to think that he wants to become a champion once more," John Bradshaw Layfield predicted regarding Christian's motivation behind his return.
Cameras quickly cut to the backstage area as officials surrounded Randy Orton, who was shown laid out on the floor. "Did anyone see AJ Styles this time?" asked a member of the medical staff who arrived on the scene. First, it was Batista on RAW. Now here tonight on SmackDown, it was Orton who was mysteriously attacked. It still isn't clear if it is indeed Styles committing the attacks, but regardless, someone is going out of their way to make sure that the former Committee members suffer.
DIVAS CHAMPION KAITLYN & SOFIA CORTEZ DEF. PORTIA PEREZ & NICOLE MATTHEWS: Kaitlyn and Sofia Cortez were unable to get the job done against Paige this past Sunday at SummerSlam, leaving the duo desperate to regain momentum as a team. While their opponents were not given proper introductions and treated as enhancement talent, some fans may have recognized them as Portia Perez and Nicole Matthews, the two receiving their second tryout match this year with WWE. After Sofia knocked Nicole off of the ring apron, she made the tag to Kaitlyn, who nearly broke Portia in half with a Spear for the win. Kaitlyn and Sofia came up short at SummerSlam, but have looked absolutely dominant ever since.
Prior to the start of the main event between AJ Styles and Batista, Sofia Cortez and the Divas Champion, Kaitlyn, were shown walking backstage after a victorious outing moments ago. The two women were approached by the WWE Commissioner, Booker T, who said that he needed to discuss something with them, more specifically Kaitlyn. The Divas Champion was just as confused as everyone else when Booker brought up the recent attacks on Batista and now Randy Orton. ".... And why do you want to talk to me about all of that?" Kaitlyn asked. "Listen. If I'm wrong about this, then I admit that I'm overstepping my boundaries, but I have a theory on the attacks and it involves you," Booker declared, which only outraged Kaitlyn. "I will personally look into the matter and see if I'm right. In the meantime, you've got a few other things to worry about along with this investigation," Booker said to the Divas Champion, who shouted in response, "What do you mean I have other things to worry about?!" Booker informed her that this Monday on RAW, he's going to put the top three contenders for the Divas Championship into a Triple Threat match and whoever impresses the most will get the title opportunity at Night of Champions.. "AJ Lee..... Sofia Cortez...... and Paige!" The audience roared with excitement for Booker's announcement. Not only will the number one contender for the Divas Championship be determined on Monday, but Booker believes that Kaitlyn has something do with the mysterious attacks on Batista and Randy Orton!
AJ STYLES DEF. BATISTA: A first time-ever match up here in the main event as AJ Styles and Batista went one-on-one. The attack on Randy Orton earlier in the evening only lit a fire under Batista, who was already focused on punishing Styles for his attack on RAW. At one point, Batista inadvertently caught the official with a Clothesline after Styles dodged it. Styles took the opening to Springboard off of the top rope, only to be caught by Batista. 'The Animal' had Styles in position for a Spinebuster, but both men would fall over the top rope after a struggle. Batista was the first to his feet, walking towards Styles as he crawled away. When Batista tried to grab him, Styles would turn around and strike him across the head with the Money in the Bank briefcase! Styles slid the briefcase into the ring before rolling Batista back in. With the official still down, Styles dropped Batista with a Bloody Sunday onto the briefcase! 'The Phenomenal One' tossed the briefcase to the side, covering Batista as the official crawled towards them to make the slow three count. Styles grabbed the Money in the Bank briefcase before heading up the entrance ramp, cameras showing that the briefcase now had a dent that was created by Batista's skull. We still don't know if it is indeed AJ Styles who has been committing the backstage attacks on Randy Orton and Batista, but he has managed to both down on separate occasions this week.
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Post by Planktung on Jul 12, 2015 12:56:13 GMT -5
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Post by tg11 on Jul 12, 2015 14:52:51 GMT -5
- It seems Batista is now a babyface because now they are no longer chanting Bootista but are chanting his actual name Batista and I love it, I love that Big Dave is now a babyface again because to tell you the truth he has been a heel for so long that perhaps going babyface was the only way to go and him calling out AJ Styles and Mr. Money in the Bank actually showing up but just when Batista wants him to come down to the ring so that they can get it on, AJ Styles makes Batista wait until later on tonight, classic heel move but at the same time I think it is brilliant but at the same time I still think that it is AJ Styles that is behind these attacks I mean Batista was attacked from behind backstage and then Orton was destroyed on Monday by Styles so
- Bray Wyatt it seems that he is starting to pick up momentum again heading into Night of Champions considering he beat Neville here which is definitely no easy task and considering he lost his WWE Championship to Cody Rhodes on a RAW episode Wyatt needs all the momentum he can get considering his team lost in WarGames at SummerSlam since Team Committee lost to Team Uprising but now Wyatt has the chance to become WWE Champion again for the 2nd time but considering he has to not only worry about the WWE Champion Cody Rhodes he also has to worry about Barrett, Punk, Ziggler and Ambrose
- Bryan even though he doesn't have himself his rematch for the World Heavyweight Championship since it was merged with the WWE Intercontinental Championship he still has an opportunity or he is getting an opportunity at Rollins' WWE Intercontinental Heavyweight Championship but I have a feeling it will end in either a countout or a DQ as far as their WWE Intercontinental Heavyweight Championship match is concerned which in my opinion should have been announced for Night of Champions rather than putting it on RAW this Monday
- Daniel Bryan beating Ryback is definitely no easy task at all, ultimate David vs Goliath match with David coming out on top, with Bryan coming out on top I mean especially against a bigger guy such as Ryback who hasn't had the best go of it lately but Bryan I think needed the win more considering how on Monday this Monday he has Seth Rollins for the WWE Intercontinental Heavyweight Championship but considering Ryback's heel turn he hasn't really gone anywhere as a heel
- Batista backstage with his friend and former Evolution teammate Orton surprising to see that these 2 are still friends despite all they have gone through together but they do share a common enemy that being Mr. Money in the Bank AJ Styes but I have a feeling that somehow either Batista will be attacked again from behind backstage or that it will be Orton who gets attacked backstage
- Seeing Cena being attacked by The Awesome Entourage just when he has Miz beat, I figured that the Cena/Miz match would end in a DQ win for Cena but at the same time seeing the NXT Tag Team Champions Finn Balor and Hideo Itami come to Cena's rescue surprisingly out of all the superstars in the back those 2 are the ones who save Cena from Miz, Big E and Sandow I just would have never have guessed it and then it turning into a 6-Man Tag with Cena and the WWE NXT Tag Team Champions Balor and Itami beating The Awesome Entourage I mean this is not only a huge win for Cena but an even bigger win for Balor and Itami and considering they have to defend their WWE NXT Tag Team Championships against not only The Wolves but also against The Addiction (Kazarian & Daniels) in a Triple Threat Tag Team Match, they pick up momentum heading into NXT Takeover: ReVision
- I can see Punk, Ziggler and Ambrose of course having a reaction to Barrett's betrayal with all 3 of them personally wanting to get their hands on Barrett not that I blame them but knowing Barrett knowing how smart he is he definitely will not show up but will rather make his presence felt in other ways by either showing up via satellite by being at WWE Headquarters or he will be in the building somehow but he will attack all 3 of these guys one by one at 3 different times by attacking them from behind but doing it backstage style
- Christian has been on a roll ever since returning this week ever since returning on RAW in a surprise return but he picks up yet another win, this time beating Kofi, I mean Christian if he keeps winning like this he could put his name in the running towards a future WWE Intercontinental Heavyweight Championship match or hell Christian if he keeps winning he can make his case for even becoming WWE Champion
- Now Orton has been attacked from behind, last week it was Batista on RAW and now on Smackdown it is Orton who gets it, I think it has to either be AJ Styles who is committing these attacks or it has to be the former COO of WWE, Triple H, it has to be one of those 2 guys because if it isn't then I think it could possibly even be Derrick Bateman former Money in the Bank Ladder Match winner and former Committee member
- WWE Divas Champion Kaitlyn and Sofia Cortez former Committee members beating Portia Perez and Nicole Matthews I think it was safe to say that we already knew who would win this match, I mean honestly Kaitlyn and Sofia have both been on a roll but even more so the fact that these 2 divas are no longer Committee members I think they can actually shine now but at the same time with the new Commissioner Booker T he made a great ruling here, a Triple Threat Match to determine the next #1 Contender for the WWE Divas Championship and the winner facing WWE Divas Champion Kaitlyn for the WWE Divas Championship, the 3 divas being AJ Lee, Sofia Cortez herself and Paige can you believe that? But even more so can you imagine if Sofia wins that Triple Threat Match and ends up becoming #1 Contender for Kaitlyn's WWE Divas Championship? Booker T is looking at WWE Divas Champion Kaitlyn as a suspect in both Batista and Orton's attacks and I think it makes sense considering she was a member of The Committee just like how Batista and Orton both were so they were all associated
- In the main event AJ Styles beating Batista, I am genuinely surprised no try genuinely shocked that AJ Styles would win this match much less survive here against The Animal but at the same time AJ Styles proving that size doesn't matter considering not only is Batista not only bigger than he is but he is worlds stronger than AJ but AJ definitely used his brains here in this match used his brains to outsmart Batista and even though he won this match dirty under controversial circumstances it just proves that AJ Styles it doesn't matter who they put in front of him he always manages to get the job done but that Bloody Sunday finisher is quickly becoming one of the most deadliest finishers in WWE but I would say things definitely worked out for Styles now didn't it? I mean these mysterious attacks first it was Batista and now Orton, can you say coincidence? Or can we say that it was all planned?
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Post by Dante, The Voc on Jul 12, 2015 16:25:56 GMT -5
Howdy bubba. NXT looks good from what I read. I like the dual three-way matches between the teams on the show. The no-contest in the main event was a good touch and it gives a feeling of anticipation because it's hard to predict just who will win at Revision. Masters beating Big Cass was alright; hopefully he and Enzo can pick up the win when it matters most. I like the the build to Bo/Corbin. The package for Bayley was solid; I'm sure Bash would appreciate it. Hoping she gets the win at Revision. SmackDown too was a solid show. Good back-and-forth with Styles and Batista to start; that's a match-up I'd like to see. Bray beating Neville was good to keep his momentum up heading into the Elimination Chamber; hopefully Neville can bounce back as I like his position with the US Title. Bryan's promo was nice and that's a big money match for Raw. Probably looking at Rollins retaining which is alright, not to mention it continually elevates the IC Title. Him beating Ryback keeps his momentum going into Raw which is always a smart booking decision. The two matches with Cena and Miz were good for SmackDown and I'm glad Itami and Balor had good showings. Christian's back! Hoping he gets some work in with Neville and/or Rollins to elevate those two belts. Kaitlyn and Sofia Cortez winning in dominant fashion looks good for them heading into Night of Champions; ooh, Booker layin' down the law there! I like that I can't necessarily predict who's going to win on Raw but whoever comes out on top's surely going to have a quality match with Kaitlyn. Styles winning the main event was quality too and I like the rebellious character he's showing off here. Can't wait for NoC.
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Post by Planktung on Jul 14, 2015 15:18:04 GMT -5
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Post by The Kevstaaa on Jul 14, 2015 15:27:26 GMT -5
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Post by Deleted on Jul 14, 2015 18:19:12 GMT -5
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Post by The Kevstaaa on Jul 15, 2015 22:20:56 GMT -5
Alright bae, here we go with NXT. You have done a fantastic job with the NXT tag team division. Great opening contest. I like this much shorter format to NXT and Smackdown. Fine match to build the Enzo and Cass/Masters and Bennett tag. The pairing of Bennett and Masters works to me. Using "Cool Kids" as a theme is part of why I love you. That song is dope. The write up for the video package seems masterful. That's something I need to improve on. You always make sure the write ups for them are very visual. It's like I can see the video. A Revision contract signing on Raw is a fantastic idea. I like the episode being bookended by the tag division. Good stuff. Onto Smackdown. AJ Styles vs. Batista is original and I love it. While I'm not a fan of the United States Champion losing a singles match, having it be to Bray Wyatt means it wasn't too bad. Oh snap! Seth Rollins vs. Daniel Bryan on Raw? Goddamn. Bryan over THE Ryback works. Gotta have a tag team match on Smackdown playa. The thought of Hideo Itami and Finn Balor teaming with John Cena is pretty sweet to be honest. Intrigued by Christian being back. I wonder where he fits in exactly. I have a feeling that AJ Styles is not the one attacking these guys. Too obvious. What happened to the font on the Divas match? YOU GIVE ME THE ING CANADIAN NINJAS? GOAT DIARY FOR REAL! Did I miss their first tryout match? AJ/Paige/Sofia sounds incredible. AJ Styles winning the main event is a big deal. He really seems poised for a title run. The thought of Cody Rhodes vs. AJ Styles gets me rock hard. Another really good show. You never fail to deliver.
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Post by Planktung on Jul 17, 2015 3:28:23 GMT -5
Following the airing of the signature WWE intro, NXT superstar Kevin Owens was shown entering the arena backstage, the audience responding negatively. "Two days before NXT takes over the WWE Network, our new Commissioner, Booker T, has opened the doors to Monday Night RAW for any and all NXT talent," Michael Cole stated on commentary. Who from NXT will seize the opportunity that they have tonight to make a name for themselves right before NXT TakeOver: Revision?
Cutting to the arena in Phoenix, the entrance music of Booker T his as the WWE Commissioner made his way down to the ring, not looking to waste any time on what is sure to be a memorable edition of Monday Night RAW. Booker took a microphone and reminded everyone that last Friday on SmackDown, he informed the Divas Champion, Kaitlyn, that he had a theory on Randy Orton and Batista's attacks, and it involves her. "Kaitlyn, I've kept you and the WWE Universe waiting long enough. If you would, please come out here now because I'm ready to share my theory with everyone," Booker said. Kaitlyn's entrance music would hit a few seconds later, the Divas Champion herself walking down to the ring for a confrontation that she still has no clue why is even happening. "This better be worth my time," Kaitlyn stated to the Commissioner, not being intimidated by Booker in his new position. "Kaitlyn, let me be clear on this. I DO NOT believe that you are the one who actually committed the attacks on Randy Orton and Batista. What I've theorized, however, is that you have a lot more involvement in them than any of us think." Booker attempted to continue, but Kaitlyn cut him off, asking how in the world he could come to the conclusion that AJ Styles would need her help attacking anyone. "I'm glad you brought that up. After looking into the situation myself, I don't believe that AJ Styles is the attacker. It's someone else. Someone who has a motive for wanting to take out The Committee, more specifically Orton and Batista. Someone who would need help getting into the arenas, which is where you come in. And why would you help anyone get in and out of buildings? Maybe because this person helped you out a few weeks ago. Maybe this person has a little crush on you and had two kendo sticks delivered to you, which allowed you to beat AJ Lee in Last Diva Standing II!" Booker's voice began to raise before Kaitlyn once again interrupted him, shouting back at the new Commissioner. "You're trying to say that Derrick Bateman is the attacker?! Booker! Derrick is injured! He's physically incapable of doing any of this!" The Divas Champion attempted to defend the former Committee member, but Booker had a response ready to argue her claims. "I spoke with Derrick Bateman's doctor yesterday. Bateman has been making incredible progress and as of a few weeks ago is no longer in his arm sling. He isn't 100%, but from what I understand, he's well enough to take out two people separately. And after meeting with some of the other Divas on the roster, you were nowhere to be seen when Orton and Batista were attacked. Putting everything together, it leads me to believe that YOU'RE the one who helped Bateman get in and out of the arenas last week. Everything almost worked out for the both of you because we were all ready to place the blame on AJ Styles, but that isn't the case anymore. So having heard what I have to say, Kaitlyn, I'll ask you this once. Is Derrick Bateman the attacker and are you his accomplice?" Kaitlyn remained silent after Booker asked the big question, simply staring down at the microphone. Her silence was enough for the WWE Universe to believe that Booker might be right. Derrick Bateman actually could be one who attacked Randy Orton and Batista.
"You're not going to give me answer, which ironically answers everything," Booker said to the Divas Champion before attempting to leave the ring. All of a sudden, he was stopped when the entrance music of Sasha Banks hit. "What on earth?!" Michael Cole exclaimed on commentary as the NXT Women's Champion made her way out to the stage for the first-time ever on Monday Night RAW. "Booker T left the doors open for anyone from NXT and it looks 'The Boss' has taken advantage of the opportunity!" John Bradshaw Layfield said. ".... What the hell are you doing here?!" Kaitlyn shouted, demanding to know just why Sasha decided to make her presence known at that moment. "First off, Kaitlyn, never speak to me like that again. Second, realize that this is history in the making right now. Live on Monday Night RAW, the WWE Divas Champion and the NXT Women's Champion are in the same ring at the same time. And quite frankly, this has been a long time coming for me. Three months ago, I made Emma tap out at NXT TakeOver to become the champion that I've known I am, but throughout my reign, I've had to listen to countless people talking about how the real revolution in women's wrestling was happening on the main roster. How girls like you, Paige and AJ were taking this division to another level. In my eyes, you all weren't helping the division. See, you all have been killing women's wrestling along with your bodies. The Divas Championship has become a glorified Hardcore Championship. The REAL title in the division is right here on my shoulder! The NXT Women's Championship! I didn't earn this title by bashing someone with barbed wire or piercing their skin with thumbtacks! I earned it because I am the damn best wrestler in this company today! The baddest Diva in the world! 'The Boss!' I'm better than you, Sofia, Paige and AJ could ever dream of being! And it isn't enough for me to just say all of that. I need to prove to everyone that I'm the best there is in women's wrestling.... and I know exactly how I plan on doing that. Booker, I needed you here for this moment because you're the only person who can make my vision a reality. On September 29th, WWE and NXT take over the Manhattan Center for Unison, and that's where we're going to have biggest match in women's wrestling history. For the first-time ever, the NXT Women's Champion takes on the WWE Divas Champion! Champion vs. Champion, live on the WWE Network to prove once and for all who is the best in this division and which title is the most prestigious!" Despite Sasha Banks being a heel, the audience responded positively to her proposal, shouting "Yes!" repeatedly. "Is that something you all want to see? Champion vs. Champion at WWE/NXT Unison?" Booker asked the sold out crowd in Phoenix. The cheers continued to be deafening, making it easy for Booker to approve of Sasha's idea. A historic match for the Divas division has been set for WWE/NXT Unison on September 29th. Whoever the NXT Women's and WWE Divas Champion are, they will square off in the Manhattan Center in a Champion vs. Champion match!
TYSON KIDD DEF. ALBERTO DEL RIO TO BECOME THE NUMBER ONE CONTENDER FOR THE UNITED STATES CHAMPIONSHIP: Last week on RAW, Tyson Kidd and Alberto Del Rio scored victories over Chris Jericho and Ryback respectively, placing them in this United States Championship number one contenders match. Towards the end of the bout, Kidd attempted to apply the Sharpshooter, but was kicked away by Del Rio. The 'Mexican Aristocrat' would then miss the opening for an Enziguri, allowing Kidd to set him up for the Tiger Driver. Del Rio, however, worked his way out of Kidd's grasp, delivering a Backstabber! "Si! Si! Si!" shouted Del Rio and the WWE Universe, preparing to apply the Cross Armbreaker. At that moment, however, the Russian flag fell from the ceiling. Del Rio looked around everywhere, believing that the flag symbolized the arrival of Rusev. Kidd leaped towards Del Rio's back, connecting with a Clothesline to the back of his head. He quickly picked Del Rio up to his feet, planting him with the Tiger Driver to get the three count. Kidd jumped out of the ring and had an over-the-top celebration for his becoming of number one contender. "The match is set! Tyson Kidd challenges Adrian Neville for the United States Championship at Night of Champions!" John Bradshaw Layfield said on commentary, ecstatic over Kidd's victory. Back in the ring, Del Rio began to stir to his feet, the Russian flag still hanging behind him. The crowd then began to react as Rusev made his way out into the ring from the audience, hitting Del Rio with a massive kick to the side of his head! Rusev applied the Accolade, forcing every ounce of life out of the man who ended his undefeated streak at SummerSlam. Rusev would soon let go of the submission hold, turning Del Rio's motionless body around and shouting at him in Russian. Rusev placed one foot on Del Rio's chest, raising both arms while standing tall in front of the flag of his homeland.
Returning to Monday Night RAW, the NXT Women's Champion, Sasha Banks, was shown walking towards the locker room area when Renee Young caught up with her, asking for her thoughts on Booker T immediately making her vision a reality for the Champion vs. Champion match at WWE/NXT Unison. "No one in their right mind would turn down a proposal like the one I made. This isn't just going to be the biggest match in the history of the Divas division. This is my opportunity to make sure that the WWE Universe takes notice of 'The Boss' and realizes that I'm the one who runs this place," Sasha said with confidence. Renee, however, pointed out to Sasha that her spot in the match at Unison is not set in stone. "You still have to defend your title against Bayley this Wednesday night at NXT TakeOver: Revision," Renee said, which only annoyed Sasha. 'The Boss' said that it's not like Bayley has a chance against her. "That little girl is going to get her fifteen minutes of fame and that's all. This is my match to win and so is the Champion vs. Champion match at Unison." When Sasha turned around, she was surprised to see AJ Lee standing right there. The two Divas came face-to-face as AJ grinned at her. "You know, I was once like Bayley. So happy. So full of life. Grateful for the opportunities I had.... and then this world that I always dreamed of being a part of turned me into a monster. Bayley is one of the few good souls left in this business. If you do anything to change that, I will hurt you, Sasha. Badly." AJ then tilted her head and smiled at Sasha before skipping away.
ROMAN REIGNS DEF. JACK SWAGGER W/ ZEB COLTER: With Shelton Benjamin on the shelf for the time being due to an ankle injury, Jack Swagger re-focused his sights on singles action, taking on Roman Reigns. The 'One Man Army' continued to ride his wave of momentum that he picked up at SummerSlam, Spearing Swagger to gain the win. As Reigns stood tall in the ring to the dismay of the WWE Universe, the entrance music of John Cena hit to the usual mixed response. Cena charged down to the ring, taking a microphone as Reigns tried to leave the ring. "Roman. Hey, Roman! You're not even going to stick around to hear what I have to say?" Cena asked as Reigns walked up the entrance ramp, not taking even a second to look back at the man he defeated at SummerSlam. "Alright. That's fine, Roman. I'll just make this announcement to Phoenix and everyone watching around the world rather than you. Last week, I tried to be the bigger man and give you the props that you deserve for one-upping me at SummerSlam. Instead, you disrespected me and quite frankly, that's not going to fly with me. I was ready to take my defeat and walk away from this whole situation, but I'm not going anywhere until I beat some respect into you. And apparently, Booker T feels the same because just a few minutes ago, he notified me that the rematch will take place at Night of Champions! John Cena versus Roman Reigns on September 15th, live on the WWE Network!" Cena dropped his microphone as he posed for the audience, Reigns soon making his way back out to the stage. "What?! Are you kidding me?!" he shouted in a fit of rage after hearing that he must take on John Cena in a SummerSlam rematch in three weeks at Night of Champions.
Backstage, Matt Striker was standing by with the trio of CM Punk, Dolph Ziggler and Dean Ambrose. "Gentlemen, when Monday Night RAW went off the air last week, the world was stunned when Wade Barrett showed his true colors by attacking you guys, who he battled alongside for months in The Uprising," Striker said before allowing any of the three superstars the opportunity to speak. Punk spoke his mind, saying that in some ways, he takes responsibility for all of this. "For one full year, Wade Barrett and I battled on many occasions for the WWE Championship. He's one of the biggest rivals of my career.... and yet, I was the one who formed a partnership with him to take down The Committee. I should have seen it coming because I've learned in this business, and life in general that rarely do people change. Barrett is still the same selfish son of a bitch that he's always been." Ziggler took the microphone next, saying it's not a coincidence that Wade Barrett isn't here tonight. "Because if he was, the three of us would have done to him what he did to us last week. Wade, you can hide from us for now, but in twenty days, we're all locked in the same structure - Elimination Chamber." Ambrose then said that he wants nothing more than to get his hands on Wade Barrett right now. "The moment I see Barrett, I'm going to take my fingers, snap them onto his crooked nose and push it to the other side of his face! Then, I'm gonna rip his stupid tattoos off his skin and force him down the mouth that he used to lie to all of our faces! But until then, I don't mind doing all of that to The Wyatt Family tonight just so I can let out of some of my frustrations." Ambrose, Ziggler and Punk left the interview as they are in Six Man Tag Team action against Bray Wyatt, Luke Harper and Erick Rowan, next!
THE WYATT FAMILY DEF. CM PUNK, DEAN AMBROSE & DOLPH ZIGGLER IN A SIX MAN TAG TEAM MATCH: Almost the complete field for the Elimination Chamber at Night of Champions competed here in this Six Man Tag Team battle to round out the first hour of a historic Monday Night RAW. All hell broke loose towards the end of the match when Harper, Rowan, Punk and Ambrose began brawling on the outside, Wyatt and Ziggler taking control in the ring as the legal men. Ambrose delivered a Dropkick to Rowan that sent him over the barricade, the 'Lunatic Fringe' following up by stepping onto the barricade and crashing onto Rowan with an Elbow Drop. Punk had Harper rocked at ringside before he slid back into the ring, diving through the ropes with a Suicide Dive. Back in the ring, Ziggler attempted to deliver a Superkick, but Wyatt dodged the kick and hoisted the 'Show-Off' up to his shoulder, dropping him right onto his head with a Tombstone! Wyatt covered Ziggler to get the victory, leaving the ring without tending to either Harper or Rowan. The 'New Face of Fear' simply dropped to his knees on the stage, looking up at the sky while laughing maniacally. Is Wyatt on his way to regaining the WWE Championship in the Elimination Chamber match at Night of Champions?
PAIGE DEF. AJ LEE & SOFIA CORTEZ IN A TRIPLE THREAT MATCH: While this was not a direct number one contenders match for the Divas Championship, Booker T made it clear that whoever could impress him the most would received the title shot. Paige and AJ Lee spent much of the match brawling with each other, allowing Sofia Cortez time to rest and watch her two adversaries beat each other to a pulp. After AJ delivered a top rope Hurricanrana to Paige, Sofia got a hold of AJ and planted her with a DDT, springboarding her feet off of the second rope. Sofia rolled AJ out of the ring before getting a hold of Paige, looking for a Brainbuster. Paige fell out of Sofia's grip, quickly delivering the Paige Turner to get the victory. As Paige celebrated her victory, Booker T appeared on the titantron, congratulating all three women on an incredible match. "I said that whoever could impress me the most would receive a Divas Title opportunity, but if I'm being honest, I don't see how I could deny anyone the shot. Therefore, at Night of Champions, it's going to be a Fatal Four Way match for the Divas Championship! Kaitlyn versus AJ Lee versus Sofia Cortez versus Paige!"
At this time, Christian's entrance music hit as 'Captain Charisma' made his way out to the ring to an overwhelmingly positive response from the WWE Universe. Once in the ring, Christian took a microphone and said that tonight is the night he's been waiting for ever since he was a guest on NXT back on July 31st. "In case there's anyone out there who doesn't remember, July 31st was the night where Kevin Owens Powerbombed me right onto the ring apron and sent me to a hospital. It was at that moment where I decided that I wanted to return to the WWE. Not just to live out my dream for however much longer I can, but because I want to make Owens pay for what he did. Owens, we all saw you enter the arena earlier tonight, so get your ass out here right now!" Christian demanded. While 'Captain Charisma' did not receive Kevin Owens, he was greeted by 'The Big Guy,' Ryback. "Hey, Christian! It doesn't look like you'll be getting Kevin Owens, but you're in luck because it just so happens that 'The Big Guy' is looking for more shrimps to satisfy his hunger!" Ryback laughed to himself as he entered the ring, challenging Christian to a one-on-one match.
CHRISTIAN DEF. RYBACK: While Christian didn't receive the opponent that he wanted in Kevin Owens, he did receive just as viable of a challenger in Ryback. At one point in the match, Christian attempted to deliver a Tornado DDT from the ring apron, but Ryback prevented it and rammed 'Captain Charisma' into the ring post. Christian's shoulder collided with the steel, which very much hindered the use of his left arm throughout the match. Christian fought to stay in the bout, getting the opening that he desperately needed by sliding off of Ryback's shoulders during a Powerslam attempt, planting him with the Killswitch! Christian's bad arm felt the impact, but he was able to make the cover onto Ryback to get the victory. Christian held his left arm while being assisted up the entrance ramp, getting a big win despite Kevin Owens not answering his challenge.
NXT TAG TEAM CHAMPIONS FINN BALOR & HIDEO ITAMI DEF. BIG E LANGSTON & DAMIEN SANDOW W/ THE MIZ IN A NON-TITLE MATCH: As a follow up to the Six Man Tag Team match on SmackDown, The Awesome Entourage issued a challenge to the current NXT Tag Team Champions, Finn Balor and Hideo Itami. The Miz spend much of the sitting in a director's chair at ringside, very loudly expressing his opinion on the two NXT superstars. While Miz was shouting at Itami, Balor took the opportunity to make sure the 'Awesome One' knew how they felt about his choice of words. Balor charged towards Miz at ringside, hitting a Running Dropkick that knocked The Miz, and his chair, over! Sandow tried to roll Itami up, only to be met with a Roundhouse Kick and Burning Hammer that gave the NXT Tag Team Champions the win. Once again, Balor and Itami were able to get the better of The Awesome Entourage en route to their title defense against The Alpha Wolves and The Addiction in two nights at NXT TakeOver: Revision!
The ring was shown propped and ready for the contract signing for the biggest match in NXT to date. A Championship Scramble match at NXT TakeOver: Revision for the NXT Championship. The NXT General Manager, Brad Maddox, was already in the ring, saying that he has mixed feelings about being back on Monday Night RAW for the evening. "This time last year, I was in charge of RAW. Fond memories looking back, but also some of the most embarrassing moments for me. But this isn't about my past in the Maddox Administration. This is about setting the stage for a match this Wednesday night that will see five of the best athletes in the world compete for the championship that is quickly rising in both honor and prestige, the NXT Championship." Maddox then brought out Sami Zayn, Adam Cole, Evan Bourne, Kevin Owens and the defending champion, Tyler Breeze, all in that order. Owens was the first to sign the contract, saying that he's certain that he is the only competitor in this match who isn't fighting for himself. "You four aren't married. You don't have children, and for all I know, you don't care about your families. I, on the other hand, am not competing this Wednesday night for myself. See, while you all would take the NXT Championship for your own personal gain, I have a family to provide for as I've stated many times in the past. That championship in my possession means better lives for my son and wife, which would be enough motivation for me at TakeOver: Revision. But on top of all of that, I get to take out you four and stake my claim as the most dominant NXT Champion in history." Zayn responded to Owens by saying that he goes on and on about his family without once ever mentioning what they think of his actions. "Kevin, I would never question if your family loves you. I've met them before and I know that they do. However, even you have to ask yourself if you're setting the best example for them. Is attacking people like Christian senselessly the kind of life lessons that you really want to be teaching your son?" Zayn asked before Owens responded by saying that he's about to cross a line to the point of no return. "It's one thing to come after me because you feel like I threw our friendship away, but now, you're going to question what kind of a role model I am for my son?" Owens stared at Zayn with a blank expression before leaving the ring. "Look, here's something I'm doing for my son. I know he's watching RAW right now and I don't want him to see what I really, really want to do to you right now, Sami. I'll make sure he isn't watching on Wednesday night and instead learns about the result of the Scramble match when I return home with the NXT Championship." Owens left to the backstage area as Zayn re-assured the WWE Universe that at TakeOver: Revision, Owens won't be the one leaving Full Sail University with the gold. He will. Zayn was the next to sign the contract before backing away towards the ropes, Evan Bourne now taking his turn to speak. "You know, it's been a while since I appeared here on RAW. Close to a year, actually. But that time away was something that I needed for myself because it allowed me to realize that if I want to keep doing this, I needed a fresh start and NXT provided that and much more for me. July 15th, 2012 was the last day that I had a championship in my hands and I'm ready to get back to the mountain. This Wednesday night, Evan Bourne is taking home the NXT Title." Bourne signed the contract before Adam Cole said that he realizes that compared to everyone else in Championship Scramble match, he's practically a baby. "I'm twenty-four years old and in the eyes of many people, I don't belong here. I'd like to think that I proved them all wrong when I won the NXT Championship back in April, but I let myself down when I lost it to you, Sami, at the last TakeOver event. I'm not favored to win it back this Wednesday, but as if that matters to me. I'm going to become the first-ever two-time NXT Champion and prove to everyone that this revolution in professional wrestling will be led by me!" Cole, Zayn and Bourne all glared at each other, Tyler Breeze now the only man left to sign the contract. After he did so, Breeze attempted to leave the ring, choosing to remain silent. Zayn stood in his way, the NXT Champion appearing to be disgusted by him. Breeze turned around to leave through the other side of the ring, but was met with a Superkick from Cole! Breeze held his jaw as he backed into a corner, Cole and Bourne moving the table out of the way. Zayn charged into Breeze with a Helluva Kick before Bourne climbed onto the top rope, coming down with Air Bourne onto the NXT Champion! Breeze rolled out of the ring as the NXT Championship rested on the canvas, the three babyface challengers staring at it. Who will on top when the NXT Championship is on the line in a Championship Scramble match this Wednesday night at NXT TakeOver: Revision?
WWE CHAMPION CODY RHODES DEF. WWE TAG TEAM CHAMPION ANTONIO CESARO W/ PAUL HEYMAN & KASSIUS OHNO IN A NON-TITLE MATCH: In preparation of Night of Champions, two of the WWE's current champions battled it out in a hard-hitting, fast-paced and action-packed bout to kick off the third hour of television on Monday Night RAW. It was mentioned on commentary that Paul Heyman requested that Rhodes be placed into a match against one of his clients after the WWE Champion laid out Brock Lesnar last week. "Let's not forget that Heyman has promised to make an addition to his clientele this Wednesday at NXT TakeOver: Revision," John Bradshaw Layfield said on commentary. Cody Rhodes and Antonio Cesaro, who started off 2013 as stablemates in God's Gifts, just about blew the roof off the arena. After Rhodes charged both his knees into Cesaro into a corner, he brought him closer to the center of the ring, going for the Rainmaker. Cesaro dodged the Lariat, catching Rhodes with repeated Uppercuts. When Cesaro attempted to hit the Neutralizer, Rhodes countered it into an Angle Slam, honoring the man who retired last week here on RAW. Rhodes got the cover, but Cesaro placed his foot on the bottom rope. Rhodes brought Cesaro up to his feet and placed him in position for Cross Rhodes, only for Cesaro to fight out of it. Cesaro pushed Rhodes into the ropes, throwing him into the air for a Swiss Death Uppercut. Rhodes, however, was able to counter the Uppercut as he was coming down, grabbing Cesaro by his head and planting him with a DDT! Kassius Ohno then stepped onto the ring apron, distracting the referee in an attempt to give his tag team partner the upper hand. That was not to be, however, as Wrestling Royalty ran down to ringside, Ted DiBiase and Joe Hennig pulled Ohno off of the apron! The duo backed up the entrance ramp as Rhodes and Cesaro got to their feet, trading blows in the center of the ring. Rhodes was able to dodge one of Cesaro's strikes, finding the opening to hit an Angle Slam. Rhodes, however, delivered it into the turnbuckles, Cesaro's back bouncing off of them before hitting the mat. Rhodes picked Cesaro up off of his knees, connecting with Cross Rhodes to get the victory. Rhodes was handed back the WWE Championship as the Phoenix crowd came unglued for his win. The 'Prince of Pro Wrestling' stood tall in the ring, managing to defeat one-half of the WWE Tag Team Champions in a hellacious battle on Monday Night RAW!
Returning from the commercial break, Renee Young was standing by backstage with the challenger tonight for Seth Rollins' Intercontinental Heavyweight Championship, Daniel Bryan. The crowd popped heavily as Bryan stepped into the picture, Renee asking him for his thoughts on competing against Rollins in a SummerSlam rematch. "It's interesting, Renee. This is a rematch between Seth and myself, but at the same time, it's completely. This isn't Title for Title. This is an Intercontinental Heavyweight Championship match. Which is a title that I've sort of held before, but then I've also sort of never had.... I'm just confusing myself now," Bryan said while laughing with Renee and the rest of the audience. "But on a serious note, this is one of the most important matches of my career. Not just because the Intercontinental Heavyweight Title is on the line, but also because there are people out there who believe that I'm wrestling on borrowed time right now. That is absolutely not the case, though. Seth Rollins couldn't keep me down. Kevin Owens couldn't do it either. No one can because every time I get knocked down, I get right back up and give these people reasons to believe in me. Is tonight the night that I become Intercontinental Heavyweight Champion?" Bryan asked as the Phoenix crowd responded with his signature phrase - "YES!"
At ringside, the commentary trio noted that the Intercontinental Heavyweight Championship match between Seth Rollins and Daniel Bryan will be coming up next in the main event of the evening. As Jerry Lawler was speaking about the match, cameras abruptly cut to the backstage area where commotion could be heard. When the camera crew arrived to the scene, viewers saw Randy Orton throwing AJ Styles into a wall before striking him repeatedly on the ground. "This time, it's Orton on the attack!" Michael Cole said as Orton and Styles' brawl spilled into the arena. Styles tried to get away from 'The Viper,' crawling down the entrance ramp and into the ring. When Orton slid into the ring, Styles took the opening that he saw to get on the offensive side of the fight. The stomped away on Orton for a bit before bringing him into the center of the ring, going for Bloody Sunday, which has quickly become one of the most feared maneuvers in WWE. Orton, however, pushed Styles into the ropes, only to be met with a forearm from the 'Phenomenal One.' Styles stepped out onto the ring apron, springboarding off the top rope. Unfortunately for Styles, he was caught in mid-air with an RKO! The audience erupted as Orton quickly rose to his feet, looking down at Styles' motionless body. "Even if Booker T believes that Derrick Bateman is the one who actually committed the attacks, Randy Orton still has a score to settle with AJ Styles and tonight, 'The Viper' struck!" Cole shouted as Orton posed on the second rope.
SETH ROLLINS DEF. DANIEL BRYAN TO RETAIN THE INTERCONTINENTAL HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP: In the first defense of the Intercontinental Heavyweight Championship, the title took center stage on RAW as Seth Rollins and Daniel Bryan provided the WWE Universe with their second Match of the Year contender, along with Cody Rhodes and Antonio Cesaro's bout. Plenty of near-falls, much like their SummerSlam match, that kept the audience members on the edge of the their seats. Bryan attempted to deliver the Busaiku Knee, but Rollins was able to catch him in mid-air, throwing him into a corner with a Buckle Bomb. Bryan waltzed into the center of the ring, Rollins connecting with a hard Superkick! Finally, Rollins ran into the ropes and Curb Stomped Bryan's head into the canvas, covering him to pick up the victory. Rollins was handed back the Intercontinental Heavyweight Championship as he raised it high in the air, heading up the entrance ramp while shouting in celebration. Rollins swung the title around by the strap, ecstatic after managing to once again defeat Daniel Bryan. After Rollins left to the backstage area, Bryan was shown rising to his feet in the ring as the WWE Universe gave him a standing ovation for his effort. Suddenly, the crowd's cheers turned to screams of shock when Kevin Owens ran into the ring, taking Bryan out with a shot to the back of his head! Owens picked Bryan up and pushed him into the ropes, hitting the Pop Up Powerbomb! Owens, who was the one responsible for Bryan's health being placed into question, tossed the former World Heavyweight Champion to the outside, where he placed him in position for another Powerbomb. "No, Kevin! Please! Don't do this!" Michael Cole shouted at the NXT superstar, who hit Bryan with a Powerbomb onto the ring apron! Bryan fell to the floor as several officials hit the scene, trying to keep Owens away. Bryan's fiancee, Brie Bella, was now there, too, tending to him. "You keep my name out of your mouth! Do you understand me?!" Owens shouted to Bryan before backing away, acting as if he was leaving. Owens, however, was far from over as forced his way past the multiple officials, picking Bryan up for another Powerbomb. This time, Owens delivered it onto the edge of the announce table! Bryan's near-lifeless body slithered onto the floor, Brie now crying while pleading with Owens to stop. "He has a family, too!" she yelled at Owens, reminding him that he isn't the only person in WWE who wants to benefit the lives of his loved ones. Still with nothing but hatred on his mind, Owens picked Bryan up and actually attempted to deliver a third Powerbomb. This time, he wasn't successful as Sami Zayn, Evan Bourne and Adam Cole ran down to ringside. At the first sight of three of his opponents in the Championship Scramble match, Owens released Bryan from his grasp and exited the scene through the audience. Zayn stepped onto the barricade, staring at Owens while Cole, Bourne and the officials were able to finally tend to Bryan. Zayn comforted Brie, who was still crying uncontrollably. "Calm down, Brie. Please. Daniel will be fine and I promise, we're gonna get that bastard," Zayn said to Brie, referring to Kevin Owens, who was now out of the arena and on his way to Full Sail University for NXT TakeOver: Revision, live this Wednesday night on the WWE Network.
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Post by Phoenix Nitro on Jul 17, 2015 4:08:32 GMT -5
Unique, awesome, and flawless. All three words can be used to describe this Raw man. From top to bottom, this was NXT's night. Honestly the way you have built this upcoming Takeover is amazing. The thought of the Divas Champion facing the Womens Champion at Unison excites me. Kevin Owens absolutely destroying Daniel Bryan at the end of the night was absolutely phenomenal. Having Zayn, Bourne, and Cole run out for the save made for great tv as well. Seriously while this is supposed to be a RAW review, I just can't get my mind off of NXT. Probably one of the most unique shows I have read on the board in quite some time as well. Hopefully that tweet Paul Heyman sent out is either Adam Cole, or the man I think it will be, Kevin Owens. While both don't need Heyman from a mic stand point, he could easily benefit them. Something that caught my attention heavily was the Sasha/AJ backstage segment. AJ showing support for Bayley really has me intrigued, and now I wonder what will happen at Takeover. I think your intention for this Raw was to heavily put all spotlights on Takeover, and you absolutely did man. Here lately you have done nothing but hit home runs, and I can't wait to see the grand slam in Takeover: Revision.
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Dante, The Voc
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Post by Dante, The Voc on Jul 17, 2015 9:18:50 GMT -5
Certainly an intriguing Raw given the surplus of NXT talent. The opening promo was solid and the announcement for Unison is fantastic. Glad to see we're getting Tyson vs Neville on the big stage but I woulda been fine with either man winning contendership. Rusev vs. Del Rio should be an interesting feud, curious to see where you go with it. The interaction with Sasha and AJ was sweet and now I'm hoping that will be the champion vs champion match at Unison. Reigns vs Cena II is something to look forward to and I like the Ambrose promo in the segment after. Reminiscent of the one he cut on Rollins the week after he turned on the Shield. The Wyatts winning was cool and gives Bray momentum going into the Chamber. I expect either him or Barrett to walk out with the title. The Divas fatal 4-way should be off the hook. Christian beating Ryback was needed; anticipating Christian/Owens. Glad Balor and Itami won and Balor kicking Miz off his chair was p cool. Awesome that the NXT Title contract signing was on Raw and the segment was very well-written. Rhodes winning was cool; I love how he's found his niche in the main event. Finally, the main event was great, Rollins winning was the right thing, and Owens' beatdown was the icing on the cake.
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Post by tg11 on Jul 17, 2015 13:37:25 GMT -5
- Probably one of the most unique shows I have read on the board in quite some time as well. Hopefully that tweet Paul Heyman sent out is either Adam Cole, or the man I think it will be, Kevin Owens. While both don't need Heyman from a mic stand point, he could easily benefit them. Something that caught my attention heavily was the Sasha/AJ backstage segment. AJ showing support for Bayley really has me intrigued, and now I wonder what will happen at Takeover. I think your intention for this Raw was to heavily put all spotlights on Takeover, and you absolutely did man. Here lately you have done nothing but hit home runs, and I can't wait to see the grand slam in Takeover: Revision.
- Rhodes seems to be picking up momentum heading into the Elimination Chamber considering he has to defend his title against not 1 but 5 other superstars in that Chamber and to see Wrestling Royalty DiBiase and Hennig making the save for Cody just as he is about to get beaten by Cesaro and Ohno the WWE Tag Team Champions, it was inevitable considering the WWE Tag Team Champions have to defend their titles against DiBiase and Hennig and Wrestling Royalty never lost those titles to begin with
- Loving this Orton/Styles rivalry and if it continues I can see them going at it at Night of Champions
- But the main event to close out the show, Rollins retaining his WWE Intercontinental Heavyweight Championship against Daniel Bryan it seems Rollins no matter what or who is put in front of him he keeps finding ways to win but still I will say the prestige of the title has been elevated even more so now than what it was before but post match Bryan being not only destroyed but taken out by NXT upstart Kevin Owens, Owens after this savage, heinous vicious attack he needs to not only be fined but suspended indefinitely by the WWE Commissioner Booker T but Owens took out a former WWE and World Heavyweight Champion this has got to give Owens his start here on the main roster
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Post by Deleted on Jul 17, 2015 17:38:32 GMT -5
oh WWERYAN time~! Solid way to kick off NXT with the triple threat between Hideo, Richards and Kazarian. Good win for Itami and it gives his team some momentum headed into the match at Revision. I dig the team of Chris Masters and Mike Bennett. Kinda makes Cass look weak, but still. Good match. The way you use Bo is great. Good to see he gets to keep his job! At the expense of CJ though aw ing dope promo for Bayley. Good way to end the show with the other guys in the tag team title match facing off. I enjoyed this episode a lot. I'll review Raw now since it's the newest. WRAT time! Fantastic opening promo. My ing god are you good at writing this stuff. Loving the solo Tyson push. Big win over an established guy in Bertie. Reigns beats Swagger, which is fine. Also, a promo against his dad. I dig it. Another solid promo. Wyatts getting the win was sick. My oh my. Divas fatal four way! My boy Ryback though aw Balor and Hideo vs Big E and Sandow was well written and put over the champs really well. Jesus, Cody vs Cesaro was absolutely insane. I loved all of it. LOVE the IC Title getting some Main Event time. Fantastic write up and a great ending. You are currently running the best diary on this board, and Kev hit the nail on the head, it is an absolute travesty that you're not in the HOF yet. I love reading this diary so much because of your creativity and consistent quality. Great stuff. Keep it going.
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Post by ✖ AJ on Jul 18, 2015 19:25:18 GMT -5
Well, that opening promo certainly got things off to a big start. Booker T accusing Kaitlyn of being an accomplice to Derrick Bateman is definitely some intriguing sh*t and probably is what happened. Sasha Banks arriving and making her presence known was great and set up a big match at WWE/NXT Unison, which should be grand. Tyson Kidd becoming the number one contender to the United States Championship is good for him as now he faces Adrian Neville at Night of Champions. It also continues Alberto Del Rio and Rusev well, which I expect to come to an end at NOC. Roman Reigns looking strong to take down Jack Swagger. John Cena and Roman Reigns in a rematch at Night of Champions sounds cool beans to me. Nice stuff from Punk, Ambrose and Ziggler before getting defeated by The Wyatt Family. I see Cody retaining at NOC in that Elimination Chamber match, which leaves me curious as to where Wyatt goes. I still suspect he is going to end up facing Undertaker again at WrestleMania XXX, but what about in between? I dunno. Ryan will tell us all eventually. He always tell us all. He is Ryan. He is #WWERyan and everyone wants to blow him... away. Paige winning her triple threat was fine and a fatal four way at Night of Champions sounds fun for the Diva's Championship. WHAT IF KAITLYN LOSES DOE!? WILL SHE STILL FACE SASHA AT UNISON!? I DUNNO!? BAH GAWD. Christian continuing his comeback by beating Ryback was fine. Ryback has been on a slumpity slump. I suspect he'll probably end up facing Kevin Owens finally at Unison. Finn Balor and Hideo Itami getting some involvement on NXTRaw was fun and having them beat Big E and Damien was solid for them going in to their NXT Takeover title defense. Great stuff to promote the NXT show with all five men in the Championship Scramble. I expect Owens to win it, dawg. A good match between Cody Rhodes and Antonio Cesaro with the WWE Champion winning, he needs to look good going in to NOC damn it! I'm thinking he'll get a feud with Brock Lesnar down the line anyway, since we've got his side stuff with him. Whether it will be for the title or not? We'll see. AJ Styles getting attacked by Randy Orton. BUT WHY? DERRICK BATEMAN OBVIOUSLY DID IT, DAMN IT. SOMEBODY CALL THE POLICE, THE FBI OR SOMETHIN AND GET TO THE BOTTOM OF DIS. Finally, we get a fantastic treat of a main event for the Intercontinental Heavyweight Championship with Seth Rollins beating Daniel Bryan. The fantastic beat down afterward was grand and was the root beer on the root beer float of a great show.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 18, 2015 19:28:13 GMT -5
ING POST TAKEOVER ALREADY
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Post by The Kevstaaa on Jul 19, 2015 12:40:45 GMT -5
Derrick Batmen attacks? Sasha Banks vs. Kaitlyn? Dude. I loved Sasha putting over herself while calling out the main roster girls for their hardcore style. Tyson Kidd vs. Adrian Neville should be fun and I'm glad the Rusev/Alberto Del Rio feud will be continuing. I really enjoy both performers. AJ Lee sticking up for Bayley's innocence was perfect. I've enjoyed the evolution of her character. She still loves the business, but it has consumed and changed her. Reigns/Cena II should be fun. I sense Cena wins and then we get the rubber match in the Hell in a Cell. Really big six man tag that I liked. Oh snap, Paige vs. AJ vs. Kaitlyn vs. Cortez! Goddamn. I'm intrigued by where Christian/Kevin Owens goes. Solid showcase for Finn Balor and Hideo Itami. Great segment for the NXT Title. Kevin Owens is a fascinating character to write for. I sense Tyler Breeze either sneakily retains or WinOwensWin. Good win for Cody Rhodes and build for the Tag Title match at NOC. Great to see Seth Rollins cleanly retain and again, I'm intrigued by the Owens assault on Bryan. An Owens/Bryan program would be nuts.
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Post by tg11 on Jul 19, 2015 16:15:32 GMT -5
I can definitely see an Owens/Bryan program happening given how Owens may have single handedly put Daniel Bryan on the shelf I mean Bryan was already seriously injured before because of Owens I mean didn't Bryan sustain neck and back damage before? And then Owens going after Bryan again I think it is safe to say that Bryan will probably be out for at least 6 months to 1 whole year Royal Rumble 2014 being when Bryan returns as a surprise entrant in the Royal Rumble Match or Bryan returning the latest by SummerSlam 2014
But as for the newest Paul Heyman client I can see it being Kevin Owens in all honesty but if not him then definitely Baron Corbin but Heyman already has Lesnar, Cesaro and Ohno as clients
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Post by The Scarred One on Jul 19, 2015 16:41:28 GMT -5
It's been a while, but I want to make up for lost time. I've only going to review SummerSlam and a summary of events from the past week.
SummerSlam Great way to kick off the show with Chris Jericho vs. Tyson Kidd. Not surprised to see Kidd walk away with the victory. He's certainly on a roll right now. The first official ppv match of the night is Cody Rhodes vs. Randy Orton for the WWE Championship. I expected to see Rhodes retain his title here since he had just recently won it. Nice to see Rhodes adopted the Angle Slam as his new finisher. A nice homage to his rivalry with Kurt Angle, which really helped cement him as a main eventer. Next, we get the NXT Showcase with Sami Zayn vs. Kevin Owens. Great win for Owens. He certainly seems more than ready for the main roster at this point. We now have the Paige vs. Sofia Cortez and WWE Diva's Champion Kaitlyn handicap match with the stipulation of Paige facing Stephanie McMahon if victorious. Great to see Paige get the win in the first match and get some measure of revenge against McMahon. But despite Paige laying a beatdown and an appearance from AJ Lee to even the odds, the "Anti-Diva" ended up on the losing end due to some underhanded tricks. Despite this, I expect the "Billion Dollar Princess" to get what's coming to her. Maybe build it up for WrestleMania? Anyway, we now get the Title vs. Title match of World Heavyweight Champion Daniel Bryan against Intercontinental Champion Seth Rollins. Certainly a great match and I expected Rollins to walk away from this a dual champion. Next up, we have the LA Street Fight of Alberto Del Rio vs. Rusev. I certainly did not see Del Rio win this one, but I'm certainly pleased by the result. I'm enjoying this Del Rio face run as it certainly seems more believable and willing to get behind. Great stuff. Now, we have the final match of Kurt Angle's career as he takes on probably his greatest rival, Brock Lesnar. What a brutal match! I guess it's not surprising to see Angle lose this one. It certainly builds up Lesnar as the man that ended Angle's career. But the post-match stuff with the emotional send-off for Angle was really well done. Thank you Angle. Fun segment with the Rock making an appearance. Certainly picked the crowd back up after the emotional farewell Angle got. Next up, we have Roman Reigns vs. John Cena. Reigns needed the win here and got it. Like I said previously, Cena can afford a loss at this stage in his career. At the same time, a victory over Cena does wonders for Reigns. Loved the post-match interaction between Reigns and Cena. Finally, it's time for the main event. The Uprising vs. the Committee WarGames match. Now this is a main event! The finish is what really got me hooked. With Bray Wyatt abandoning the match to go after Rhodes and Batista and Randy Orton being fed up with Triple H's crap, victory for the Uprising seemed imminent. With Triple H the last Committee member left standing, it was enjoyable to see the Uprising pretty much lay the smackdown on him. Nice touch to have all six Uprising members pin Triple H to get the victory. It was certainly an excellent way to close the ppv. Awesome show!
RAW A special episode of RAW that will feature NXT talents making an appearance. An entertaining opening segment with Booker T and his theory on the attacker of Randy Orton and Batista. Instead of AJ Styles and Kaitlyn, it could very well be Derrick Bateman. It's certainly makes sense as Bateman has an issue against the Committee and may want to get revenge against its former members. It also ensures that Bateman remain a heel in this scenario. Great interaction between WWE Diva's Champion Kaitlyn and NXT Women's Champion Sasha Banks. It sets up a nice little teaser for a champion vs. champion match at WWE/NXT Unison. But whether Banks will still be champion following NXT Takeover: Revision is something we have to wait and see. With thte first match of the night, we have Tyson Kidd defeat Alberto Del Rio to become the #1 contender for the United States Championship. Although both men were on major rolls of momentum, it makes sense for Kidd to win this one. After all, the post-match attack from Rusev on Del Rio shows that there is some unfinished business. Next up, we have Roman Reigns continue his wave of momentum with a victory over Jack Swagger. The post-match interaction between Reigns and Cena sets up a match at Night of Champions. I'm digging that Cena wants to beat some respect into Reigns following their match at SummerSlam. Good stuff there. Next, we have the Wyatt Family vs. the former Uprising. Since I want to touch on the events of the previous week, I want to say that I was pleasantly surprised by the Wade Barrett heel turn. With the Committee being no more, there is no real reason for the Uprising to remain together. It reminds me of the Shield disbandment. They reached their peak with a victory over Evolution. The next night, Seth Rollins turned on them and thus caused them to break up. Similar situation here. If anyone from the Uprising was going to turn, it was going to be Barrett most likely. Anyway, the Wyatt Family gets the win and helps Bray Wyatt raise his chances of regaining the WWE Championship at Night of Champions. Next up, we get a triple threat match with Paige, AJ Lee and Sofia Cortez. Nice to see Paige get the win, but the real news is the announcement of a fatal four-way match for Kaitlyn's Diva's Championship. Those four are easily the elite of the division at this point. It should be an awesome match. Nice win for Christian over Ryback. I'm interested to see where "Captain Charisma" goes from here. Next up, we get the NXT Tag Team Champions, Hideo Itami and Finn Balor, get the win over the Awesome Entourage. With them defending the titles at NXT Takeover: Revision, a victory for Itami and Balor certainly makes sense to keep them looking strong against the Addiction and the Alpha Wolves. An entertaining contract signing for the NXT Championship Scramble match. I don't know who to go with in this scenario. It should be an excellent match though with the talent involved. Next up, we have WWE Champion Cody Rhodes vs. one half of the WWE Tag Team Champions in Antonio Cesaro in a non-title match. In a sense, this could've gone either way. But it was nice to see Wrestling Royalty make an appearance. They're determined to win back the titles they never lost in the first place. Next up, we have our main event as Daniel Bryan tries to dethrone Seth Rollins of his Intercontinental Heavyweight Championship. But before that, we get a nice little skirmish between AJ Styles and Randy Orton. I can certainly picture Orton and Batista/Styles and Bateman feud in the making if the latter is responsible for the attacks. Now we have the main event. I enjoy the idea of Rollins unifying the Intercontinental and World Heavyweight Championships. It's certainly more original than unifying the World Heavyweight and WWE Championships as I was thinking would happen with an eventual Rollins/Rhodes feud. But by doing this though, it certainly makes the Intercontinental Championship easily the second most important title in the company once more. As for the match, I wasn't surprised to see Rollins retain his title. After all, he just recently won the thing at SummerSlam. But what really surprised me was seeing Kevin Owens make an appearance and lay out Bryan. It certainly plants the seeds for an eventual feud. Great show!
I'm looking forward to NXT Takeover: Revision. It certainly has been built really well. Kudos!
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Post by tg11 on Jul 22, 2015 7:02:30 GMT -5
My Night of Champions Match Card
WWE Championship- Elimination Chamber Match- Cody Rhodes (c) vs Bray Wyatt vs CM Punk vs Dolph Ziggler vs Dean Ambrose vs Wade Barrett
WWE Intercontinental Heavyweight Championship- Seth Rollins (c) vs Jack Swagger w/Zeb Colter
John Cena vs Roman Reigns (Rematch)
Randy Orton vs AJ Styles (Grudge Match; Rematch)
WWE Divas Championship- Fatal 4 Way Match- Kaitlyn (c) vs Paige vs Sofia Cortez vs AJ Lee
WWE United States Championship- Neville (c) vs Tyson Kidd
Alberto Del Rio vs Rusev w/Lana (Rematch)
WWE Tag Team Championship- Cesaro & Ohno (c) w/Paul Heyman vs DiBiase and Hennig
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