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RAW SuperShow | November 7th, 2011 | Liverpool, United Kingdom

WWE Superstars 11/10 Taping Results
Jack Swagger def. Alex Riley
Drew McIntyre def. Mason Ryan

Pyro blasts from the stage as cameras scan the audience here in the home of The Beatles, Liverpool. Michael Cole and Jerry "The King" Lawler welcome everyone to this special UK edition of RAW SuperShow. Tonight, one of the greatest performers to have never held a World Championship will have the opportunity to do just that as William Regal, in what very well may be his final match, will meet Alberto Del Rio for the WWE Championship. Plus, last week on RAW, the challenge was layed out by The Miz, R-Truth, Kevin Nash, and Christian to John Cena and Air Boom for a 4-on-4 Elimination Match at Survivor Series. The question is, has Cena chosen a 4th member of his team?

The theme of the Awesome Truth blasts throughout the arena as the WWE Tag Team Champions march down to the ring, along with Christian and Kevin Nash. Miz grabbed a microphone as the audience unloaded the "You suck" chants onto the four of them. "What you're looking at right now is the biggest, most sensational group of 4 men to hit the UK since the Beatles," said Miz as the audience continued on with the boos. Miz stated that last week, the four of them layed out the challenge to John Cena and Air Boom for a 4-on-4 Elimination Match in two weeks at Survivor Series. However, he couldn't help but notice that last week, there was only 3 of them. And from he understands, there are still only 3. It doesn't come as a surprise to him that nobody wants to join forces with them. Cena, Kofi, and Evan are without a shadow of a doubt the 3 biggest spotlight-hoggers on Monday Night RAW. The audience found it pretty ironic that this was coming from the Miz. He said that even if they manage to find a 4th member, he probably wouldn't even get to compete because Cena and Air Boom would take up the time. Soon, the theme of John Cena hit as made his way out to the stage, along with Kofi Kingston and Evan Bourne. Cena, who received a mixed reaction, told Miz that it's nice to see the four of them talk about hogging the spotlight, despite the fact that their ego's wouldn't be able to fit into an airplane. Christian, taking the microphone from Miz, told Cena that right now, they don't want to hear any childish and humorless jokes from him. What they want to know is if they've found a 4th member for their team or not. "In all honesty, no. We haven't," stated Cena. Miz, Truth, Nash, and Christian all broke out laughing. "But right now, this isn't about Survivor Series. This is about tonight here in Liverpool," responded Cena. He then suggested that they give these fans a little taste of what's to come at Survivor Series in a Six-Man Tag match. The three of them against Miz, Truth, and Christian. "Sorry Nash, but we wouldn't want you to slip and fall before Survivor Series," said Cena. Nash tried to go after him, but Christian and Truth were able to hold him back. Before anything else could happen, the UK was greeted by the Executive Vice President of Talent Relations and the Interim RAW General Manager, John Laurinaitis. Trying to speak over the chorus of boos, he told Cena that he doesn't feel like giving away a huge match like that here in Liverpool. Instead, we'll be seeing 3 separate matches. Later tonight, John Cena will go one on one with Christian. On top of that, R-Truth will do battle with Kofi Kingston. And he wants the ring cleared because right now, The Miz and Evan Bourne will go one on one. Cena and Kofi wished Evan luck before he headed out to the ring to meet one half of the WWE Tag Team Champions next.

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WWE Tag Team Champion The Miz def. Evan Bourne
A very solid way to open this special UK edition of RAW SuperShow. The audience was fairly behind Bourne, much to the dismay of the "Awesome One." Despite having the Liverpool crowd on his side, Bourne was knocked off the top rope as he was preparing for Air Bourne, giving Miz the upperhand. All that was left was for Miz to plant him with the Skull Crushing Finale to pick up the victory.

Miz raised his arms in victory as he was handed his WWE Tag Team Championship, posing with it as the Liverpool continued to shower him with boos. Two more Survivor Series preview matches are to come tonight as the other half of the WWE Tag Team Champions R-Truth meets Kofi Kingston, and John Cena does battle with Christian. It happens later tonight on RAW SuperShow.

Backstage, David Otunga was shown walking down a corridor when he was met by Zack Ryder. Long Island Iced Z asked Otunga, who he referred as "Brotunga" if he would sign his petition to receive a United States Championship match. Otunga told Ryder that he's usually never glad to run into him, but this is a different occasion. Over this weekend, Mr. Laurinaitis received more than quite a few tweets in regards to Ryder's shot at Dolph Ziggler's United States Championship. And Mr. Laurinaitis decided to do something that any good authority figure would do - give the fans what they want. However, this will be Ryder's only chance. Up next, he'll be going one on one with John Morrison. The winner of that match will meet Dolph Ziggler at Survivor Series for the United States Championship. "But....JoMo's my broski. I can't go against him," said Ryder. Otunga told him that if he wants the opportunity that he's been clamoring for, this is the only way he can receive it. And he means it when he says that this is his one shot. If he blows this, then that's it. Ryder left the scene in a bit of a troubled mood as he will finally receive the opportunity he's been looking for, but he will need to go through John Morrison, his "broski" in order to get it.

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Returning from the commercial break, Josh Mathews was backstage standing by with the WWE Champion, Alberto Del Rio. Josh asked Del Rio for his thoughts on defending the WWE Championship tonight against William Regal, in what could be his final match here in his homeland of the UK? Del Rio said that it doesn't matter what soil this match is taking place on. It could be here in the UK, in American, Asia, Mexico, it doesn't matter. The outcome will still be the same. "The winner and still WWE Champion......" At that moment, Ricardo Rodriguez shouted into the microphone "Alberto Del Rio!"

John Morrison def. Zack Ryder ; Earns United States Championship match at Survivor Series
The "broskis" who clearly didn't want to compete against each other were forced to as a shot at the United States Championship was on the line here. Both men were fairly over with the UK audience, but Ryder clearly had a bit of an edge there. After Ryder failed to hit the Rough Ryder, Morrison caught him with a Flying Chuck, followed by Starship Pain to get the victory.

A moan was heard throughout the audience here in Liverpool as most fans were pulling for Ryder in this one. Morrison had his arms raised in victory before offering a hand to Ryder. However, Ryder simply ignored Morrison and angrily made his way to the back, knowing that he just blew his one shot at finally meeting Dolph Ziggler for the United States Championship.

A graphic was shown for the WWE Championship match between Alberto Del Rio and the UK's own William Regal. It's up next here on RAW SuperShow.

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Upon returning from the break, Zack Ryder was shown walking backstage, furious about having failed to earn a United States Championship match for Survivor Series. "Zack! Zack!," was heard as John Morrison approached him. Morrison told Ryder that he knows how hard he's been working for his US Title match. But right now, he's going to make a promise to him. After he defeats Mr. Ziggles at Survivor Series, Ryder will get the first title shot, no matter what John Laurinaitis says. Morrison extended his hand out to Ryder, who accepted it. "Good. Now tell your dad to stop blowing up my inbox."

Cutting to the arena, the bell sounded as Justin Roberts announced that the following contest is for the WWE Championship. He introduced Ricardo Rodriguez, who brought out the reigning and defending WWE Champion, Alberto Del Rio. The UK audience was all over Del Rio, giving him some of the biggest heat of the night. After Del Rio was settled in the ring, he was met with a rather shocking surprise. "At this time, allow me to introduce William Regal's personal ring announcer.....CM Punk!" The Liverpool crowd came unglued as Punk made his way out to the stage, much to the dismay of Del Rio. "Ladies and gentleman of the UK, allow me to welcome a man who, in my personal opinion, is the greatest competitor to have never been WWE Champion. A man who holds his pride in something that he does best - wrestling. Your next WWE Champion, William Regal!" The audience went nuts for Regal, who seemed to be on the verge of tears as he and Punk made their way down to the ring.

Alberto Del Rio def. William Regal : Retains WWE Championship
An incredible match here that will be remembered as one of the best WWE Championship matches held here in the UK. Every time Ricardo attempted to interfere, Punk was able to scare him away, creating an even playing field. As Regal was charging towards Del Rio with a lariat, he was able to dodge it as Regal caught the referee. As Regal tried to revive the referee, he was hit with a low blow from Del Rio. Del Rio called over Ricardo, asking for the WWE Title. As that was happening, Punk was able to slide Regal something. After Regal was back on his feet, Del Rio ran towards him with the championship belt, but Regal caught him directly in the jaw with a set of brass knuckles! The audience erupted as Punk slammed the mat intensely, screaming for Regal to get the cover. A few seconds later, Regal was able to cover Del Rio, and it was a few seconds later that the referee was able to crawl towards them. The referee made the dramatic count, but narrowly missed 3 as Del Rio got a shoulder up. As both Regal and Del Rio stirred to their feet, Regal was able to surprise him with a quick roll up. Before the referee could count 3, Del Rio managed to counter it into the Cross Armbreaker. Regal fought as if his life were on the line, but the pain soon became unbearable, forcing him to submit.

The audience was livid as Del Rio was handed the WWE Championship. He crawled up the entrance ramp, having been able to hold onto the title by just a thread. Punk held his head at ringside, crushed that Regal failed to finally complete his resume here tonight. Still, he slid into the ring and helped Regal up as the audience gave both of them a standing ovation. Punk stared at Del Rio, motioning for the WWE Championship as their match is now official for Survivor Series. After Del Rio left, Punk left the ring as well, giving Regal the spotlight. He stood in the center of the ring, incredibly disappointed that he couldn't capture the WWE Title in his final match. The UK audience chanted "Thank you Regal," as he held in his tears. He made his way back up the entrance ramp, waving to the fans and thanking them.

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Returning from the commercial break, we were shown the SmackDown Rewind, focusing on the main event match between World Heavyweight Champion Mark Henry and Daniel Bryan. Despite the enormous size difference, and with some assistance from the Big Show, Bryan was able to shock the world as he defeated Henry. What will the World Heavyweight Champion's response be to this loss?

WWE Tag Team Champion R-Truth def. Kofi Kingston
The second of the three "Survivor Series Preview" matches set up by John Laurinaitis. Kofi was looking to avenge the loss to his other-half of Air Boom from earlier this evening. As Kofi was preparing to strike with Trouble in Paradise, Truth grabbed the referee and used him as a shield. This was able to stop Kofi in his tracks, allowing Truth to catch him off guard with the Shut Up to get the victory.

Truth was handed his Tag Team Title as he made his way up the ramp, mumbling to himself as usual. The Miz, Christian, and Kevin Nash were all shown John Laurinaitis' office watching as they have swept Team Cena thus far. Still to come tonight is John Cena vs. Christian.

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Returning from the break, Zack Ryder was shown in his locker room packing his things when United States Champion Dolph Ziggler walked into the room. The stared off until Ziggler broke the silence with "Woo woo woo......you blew it." He chuckled to himself before leaving the room, Ryder infuriated.

Kelly Kelly vs. Eve in a No.1 Contender's Match ended in a Double Disqualification
This match was over before it began. After the bell sounded, the two Divas shook hands, but were blindsided by Natalya and the Diva's Champion, Beth Phoenix. The referee immediately called for the bell as the Diva's of Doom continued their attack.

Both Phoenix and Natalya continued their assaults without a single care, finishing off Eve and Kelly with Sharpshooters and Glam Slams. The two Divas of Doom made their way up the entrance ramp, having ruined the No.1 Contender's Match.

Backstage, Kofi Kingston and Evan Bourne were shown standing outside John Cena's locker room for a few seconds before Cena came out. Kofi and Evan seemed to be waiting to hear something. "He said he'll be here next week. That's all I was told." Cena made his way down the hallway as he meets Christian next.

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A video promo was shown for Survivor Series, live Sunday November 20th, only on Pay-Per-View.

John Cena def. Christian
A very solid bout to close out this UK edition of RAW SuperShow. Team Awesome Truth has been dominating Team Cena all night, so this was a chance to change the tide for Cena. After a thumb to the eye, Christian was able to take control of this bout. As he was going for the Killswitch, Cena was able to push him into a corner. Christian was able to react fast and kicked Cena in the mid section. He attempted a springboard dive, but was caught in Cena's arms as he hoisted him up to his shoulders, planting him with an Attitude Adjustment to get the victory.

Cena raised his arms in victory as a mixed reaction emerged from the audience. Suddenly, Cena was attacked from behind by The Miz and R-Truth. The WWE Tag Team Champions stomped away on Cena until Air Boom made the save with steel chairs, chasing them out of the ring. Kevin Nash joined Christian and Awesome Truth on the stage as they looked on at the three Team Cena members. Cena grabbed a microphone as he told the four of them that all night, he's been trying to get in contact with a very busy man. He finally did a few moments ago, and wasn't given a yes or a now answer when he asked if he would be the 4th member of his team at Survivor Series. But he was told that he will be here on RAW next week. "So next week, I will stand in this ring, face to face with him as I ask him one final time to be on my Survivor Series team. I guess you can say that I'll be going one on one with the great one." The audience popped as Miz, Christian, Truth, and Nash all looked at each other in suspense, knowing where Cena was going with this. "Next week, in this very ring, I will ask The Rock to join Team Cena!" Team Awesome Truth, who were laughing earlier, were silenced now as Cena, Kofi, and Evan raised each other's arms, knowing that they may get the most electrifying man in sports entertainment on their team come Survivor Series.

Friday Night SmackDown! Quick Results| November 18th, 2011

The Big Show kicked off SmackDown by discussing his Steel Cage match with Mark Henry in 48 hours at Survivor Series, stating that Henry is actually the one in danger because he's the last person you want to be with when you're locked inside of a Steel Cage. But the last person he wants to see in a cage with Mark Henry is Daniel Bryan, so he's asking Teddy Long if there's a way to possibly cancel that match tonight. Daniel Bryan came out to the ring, taking offense to Show's comments. Bryan told Show that all week, everybody's been feeling sorry for him. And he's sick of being looked down on in this match just because he's a lot smaller than Henry. Even AJ has no faith in him. He felt betrayed by Show, but vowed to prove everyone wrong tonight when he beats Mark Henry for the second time in a row, and he does it in a Steel Cage.

Hunico and Jack Swagger def. Sin Cara and Ted DiBiase
After Sin Cara took out Hunico with a springboard Moonsault on the outside, Jack Swagger finished off Ted DiBiase in the ring with a Gutwrench Powerbomb for the victory.

Backstage, Teddy Long is shown in his office when Drew McIntyre walks in. McIntyre told Teddy that his contract with RAW is expiring soon, and is unsure if Mr. Laurinaitis will re-sign him. Teddy said that it's pretty ironic that after what he did to him last year, Drew is coming to him begging him for a job. But despite those occurrences, he's going to give McIntyre the opportunity to prove why he deserves a spot on the SmackDown roster with a match up next.

The Great Khali def. Drew McIntyre via DQ
McIntyre's mystery opponent turned out to be the returning Great Khali. After being unable to take the Punjabi Giant down, McIntyre grabbed a steel chair and delivered multiple shots to Khali's left leg.

The bell sounded, but McIntyre would not stop swinging the chair at Khali's leg. He then delivered a hard shot to his back, which sent the giant down to the mat.

The "Resurrection" promo for RAW aired.

Randy Orton and Sheamus def. Intercontinental Champion Cody Rhodes and Wade Barrett
The two team captains for Survivor Series teamed with their biggest acquaintances for that bout in 48 hours. Orton planted Wade with an RKO as Sheamus took out an interfering Rhodes with a Brogue Kick, allowing Orton to get the cover on Barrett.

Randy Orton and Sheamus raised each other's arms following the match as Rhodes and Barrett stirred to their feet on the outside. The four men stared at each other, sending one last message before the Traditional Survivor Series match on Sunday.

Backstage, AJ was shown in her locker room when Kaitlyn came in, trying to get her pepped up for their match next. AJ was clearly more concerned about Daniel Bryan than her match tonight, but had to try and focus on her tag team match with Kaitlyn next.

Tamina and Alicia Fox def. AJ and Kaitlyn
AJ spent the entire match staring down at the mat, not being able to get her mind off of Daniel Bryan and his Steel Cage match later on tonight. She was oblivious to Kaitlyn's tag attempts, which allowed Tamina to put her away with a Samoan Drop.

Backstage, AJ caught up with Kaitlyn, apologizing for what happened out there. Kaitlyn accepted her apology, understanding what her best friend is going through. Kaitlyn talked about how she too is concerned for Bryan tonight. Soon, Bryan approached to two women, looking at Kaitlyn in disappointment. He said that everywhere he goes, it's the same story. They all have no faith in him. But he will prove everyone wrong and he will overcome the World Heavyweight Champion again.

The commentary unit ran down the card for Survivor Series this Sunday, headlined by three huge main events. The WWE Championship is on the line as Alberto Del Rio defends the gold against the men many believe he has stolen it from twice, CM Punk. Mark Henry and the Big Show will be locked inside of a Steel Cage as they rip through each other for the World Heavyweight Championship. And finally, a pairing we never we'd see. John Cena teams with The Rock and Air Boom to take on The Miz, R-Truth, Christian, and Kevin Nash. The Rock and Cena team up. Never before, never again.

World Heavyweight Champion Mark Henry def. Daniel Bryan in a Steel Cage Match
While Bryan managed to get some offense in, this was a disaster. Mark Henry managed to show the world just how dominant he can be when locked inside of a Steel Cage. He tossed Bryan around as AJ made her way to ringside, pleading with him to stop. AJ's pleads just fueled Henry's aggressions, further destroying Bryan. The Big Show later marched down to ringside, trying to pull the cage door apart. Still, he and AJ were forced to watch as Henry delivered 3 World's Strongest Slams to Bryan before pinning him.

Henry stared at the Big Show following the match, screaming "This will be you!" AJ, fed up Henry, tried to pull the door open herself, which just made Henry laugh. The World Heavyweight Champion picked Bryan up before tossing him into the cage wall, this time breaking it as Bryan fell to the outside. AJ ran over to Bryan, crying as Show called for help. He stared at Mark Henry, who raised the World Heavyweight Championship high in the air, reminding him what it's all about in just 48 hours at Survivor Series.