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Post by DTP. on Feb 15, 2019 16:28:25 GMT -5
August 7, 2007 - Youngstown, Ohio - Chevrolet Centre (3,700) "Don't Question My Heart" by Saliva Aired on the Sci-Fi Network (1.6)
SHOW REPORT:
- John Morrison was making his way to kick off a special edition of ECW on Sci-Fi, on a night where in two-out-of-three falls, CM Punk and Chris Benoit would battle it out to see who would go to SummerSlam to challenge Marcus Cor Von for the ECW World Championship. Morrison climbed into ring and sat down in a director's style chair, as Morrison half-heartedly declared to get this show on the road. John said that he knew a lot of talk was on 'the Straight Edge Superstar' and 'the Rabid Wolverine' tonight - to see who would be going on to predictably suck air against the ECW World Champion at SummerSlam. "Blah, blah, blah". But John Morrison said that his pressing matter of the night regarded Tommy Dreamer. He said he didn't understand Dreamer's neanderthal-like qualities, how his first instinct when he saw somebody he didn't like was to bash their brains in with a barbwire 2x4. But Morrison wanted to get to the bottom of it, like only 'the Guru of Greatness' could. He called Dreamer out to the ring.
Tommy Dreamer complied, 'the Innovator of Violence' receiving a hearty ovation from the Youngstown crowd. Stepping into the ring to an 'ECW' chant, Dreamer sat down in another chair, as John told Tommy he knew what he wanted to do, and that was assault him right here on national television. But this was 'the Tuesday Night Delight's segment, and that the people weren't here to see bloodsport, they were here to witness a man of his stature solve the problem and heal the ECW Original's misery. Dreamer took the microphone from Morrison and told him that the fans definitely wanted to see him pummel Morrison and leave marks all across his body. John asked Tommy what it was that made him this way, was it a bad day? Did a girl spam on Tommy? How about an abusive father? Or was it down to the fact that Tommy Dreamer was an insecure thug and a bully, jealous of people better looking than him? After all, it wasn't hard to be jealous of 'the Shaman of Sexy'. Dreamer stood up, as Morrison told Tommy he was kidding, and to stop being a stick in the mud. Morrison told Tommy that he simply wanted to help him. Dreamer told John that the reason he's like this is because Morrison keeps ducking him, and ducking him, and doing whatever it took to avoid facing the inevitability of Tommy Dreamer torturing him! Dreamer reminded Morrison that this was ECW, the Land of Extreme. And John Morrison didn't fit the bill. Morrison backed up out of his chair and fell, as Dreamer looked to attack Morrison, who crawled backwards, pleading with Dreamer. But Morrison then kicked Dreamer low and nipped to his feet, dropping Dreamer with a tornado DDT! Morrison wasn't done though, leaving the ring and pulling out Tommy's trademark Singapore cane. Morrison beat Dreamer with the cane several times, before setting the cane across Dreamer's throat, and delivering the devastating corkscrew neckbreaker, come to be known as the Moonlight Drive! Morrison coolly adjusted his jacket, then told Tommy that he had his match: Extreme Rules, in two weeks time! Morrison left confidently, while Dreamer recovered in the ring - albeit with a sadistic and glad look on his face.
- A vignette aired, showing the skylines of Glasgow, Scotland. A Scottish man spoke about how it was what he knew, and what he came from. It was an opportunity, but now, he was coming for a bigger opportunity - in the Land of Extreme: Drew McIntyre is coming soon to ECW.
- Rebecca was backstage with the New Breed ahead of tonight's high stakes number one contender's two-out-of-three falls match. Rebecca asked Marcus Cor Von who he was rooting for to win, but Elijah Burke cut in, claiming that the ECW World Champion wasn't concerned about who was going to win. Burke said that Cor Von has beaten both CM Punk and Chris Benoit, and regardless of who came out on top tonight, they would fall to 'the Alpha Male' at SummerSlam. Cor Von removed his sunglasses, telling Rebecca that what the New Breed were hoping for was for Punk and Benoit to kill each other, and push each other to the limit so much that it will be easy pickings for him in under three weeks at SummerSlam. Cor Von said that whether it's Chris Benoit, or CM Punk - nothing would change, because Cor Von was going to make them feel the Pounce, and walk away still the ECW World Champion. Period.
- ECW General Manager Armando Estrada stood on the aisleway as we returned. Armando wanted a warm and loud welcome to the newest addition to the ECW roster as a result of last a trade made between SmackDown and ECW - Paul Burchill! Out came the hot prospect from Essex, who has been making waves on the SmackDown brand since making his debut there one month ago. Burchill shook hands with the crafty Cuban and flexed, setting out for the ring while the announce team speculated who ECW must have lost to gain the services of Burchill.
MATCH ONE // Paul Burchill def. Stevie Richards in 4:39 after the C-4. The newest acquisition for the ECW brand was in immediate action against a veteran in Stevie Richards, who certainly was not about to let Burchill walk all over him. Burchill had the size working in his favor and dominated Richards, but Stevie kept coming back in flurries of speedy offence, just to get flattened by Burchill. Backstage Mike Knox was seen watching on curiously, as Richards almost scored a big upset after the Stevie Kick, but Burchill was able to come back with the victory. Burchill wasn't finished after the match however, pounding away at Richards and tossing him out of the ring. Burchill growled that this was his new stomping ground, and that could be the truth - as Burchill begins his journey as an ECW Superstar.
- Rebecca was standing by with CM Punk backstage ahead of his number one contender's two-out-of-three falls match with Chris Benoit. Rebecca asked 'the Straight Edge Superstar' if this was sink or swim for him, and how it felt to be taking on a man he respects like Benoit. Punk told Rebecca that it was a sea of emotions for him, but he hadn't forgotten how Marcus Cor Von had beaten him - and he knew how tough 'the Alpha Male' was as the ECW World Champion - but this was something he had worked his entire career for. He used to watch ECW as a kid, for god's sake. As for Benoit, Punk told Rebecca that he respected Chris Benoit, but he did not respect what 'the Rabid Wolverine' represented, and to him that was an obstacle. Punk said he was gunning for the gold, and he wasn't about to let a world class professional wrestler like Chris Benoit get in his way.
- A vignette aired, showing the Boogeyman stalking around eating worms. Smashing the clock over his head, The Boogeyman declared who he was, and that he was coming for Big Daddy V. A graphic then aired, promoting the Boogeyman against 'the Mastodon' next Tuesday night on ECW on Sci-Fi.
- Rebecca was now standing by with Chris Benoit, asking 'the Rabid Wolverine' about the coming number one contender's two-out-of-three falls match. Benoit told Rebecca that he felt like he did on any given night: he was a born athlete. A born professional wrestler. And not just any professional wrestler - but the best technical wrestler. Chris said that he knew the path CM Punk was on, but he was afraid he wasn't about to surrender this opportunity. He said that Marcus Cor Von was destined to tap out to Chris Benoit. And when it was all said and done, it would be Chris Benoit putting CM Punk to pasture, and at SummerSlam, he would take his rightful place as the ECW World Champion. Benoit walked away, headed for the curtain - going right out to the ring for the main event. MATCH TWO // Number One Contender's - Two-Out-of-Three Falls match: CM Punk def. Chris Benoit (2-1) in 24:31. As a result of the win, CM Punk will challenge Marcus Cor Von for the ECW World Championship at SummerSlam on August 26. After weeks of dissension and heated confrontations, a lot was up in the air and at stake for both 'the Straight Edge Superstar' and 'the Rabid Wolverine', as the winner of this match would become the number one contender to 'the Alpha Male's ECW World Championship. Marcus Cor Von and Elijah Burke were seen watching on from their dressing room, rightly so as Punk and Benoit started the match with a mat-based technical exchange of holds and attempts at moves. Both seemed on an equal playing field, but Punk took an aggressive style. Both men wanted to prove how much they wanted this: more than the other. Benoit tried to go for the Crossface, but Punk rolled through numerous times, and it proved to be Benoit's downfall in the first fall, as Punk transitioned into a cradle, claiming the first fall in 6:28. Punk went firmly in control as the match continued, with 'the Straight Edge Superstar' trying to weaken the arm of 'the Rabid Wolverine', and yet despite Punk's attempts, including a cross-armbreaker, Benoit was the world-class technician that found his own unique ways free. Punk attempted a springboard clothesline on Benoit and wound up trapped in the Sharpshooter, but rather than give Benoit the satisfaction of doing serious harm, Punk wisely tapped out quickly in 13:41. With both ECW Superstars one point apiece, Punk and Benoit started going for the kill as Benoit unveiled the snap suplexes and German suplexes, but Punk kept kicking out. In exchange, Punk attempted the Go To Sleep, just for Benoit to turn it into a Crossface attempt - but Punk made the ropes. The match continued, with Benoit missing a Diving Headbutt, and Punk looked for the Anaconda Vise to capitalize: but Benoit rolled through for a very close near fall. Punk's attempt at the charging knee to the face in the corner backfired as well, as Benoit almost got the win with a bridging German suplex. Benoit was now on the attack, and looked for the Crossface again, but Punk reversed for a very near fall with a close inside cradle. But Benoit made a fatal mistake as he went up for the Diving Headbutt, and Punk nipped up from the dead and dropped 'the Rabid Wolverine' with a huge superplex. Punk's GTS attempt went blocked again, and Benoit tried for the Crossface - but Punk powered up and picked Benoit up for the GTS. He covered, but Benoit kicked out: and so Punk picked Benoit up again, delivering another Go To Sleep, finally scoring the win in an instant classic! Punk's hand was raised in victory, as Benoit recovered. Punk offered his hand in victory to Benoit, who shook 'the Straight Edge Superstar's hand and left - when Marcus Cor Von made his way out to the ring. 'The Alpha Male' swaggered out to the ring, where he raised the ECW World Championship up high, almost in Punk's face - and Punk seemed ready: it was official, Punk would be challenging Cor Von for the gold at SummerSlam!
OTHER NOTES:
- During the show a video package aired, showing CM Punk and Chris Benoit's previous encounter, on July 3 where Benoit ended up coming out on top, albeit with the unwanted assistance of the New Breed.
- It was announced that Extreme Exposé would be present this Friday night on SmackDown.
- It was announced that Hornswoggle would be a guest on The Miz's MizTV this coming Friday night on SmackDown. - An advertisement aired, promoting WWE SummerSlam, live on pay-per-view on Sunday, August 26.
WWE SummerSlam - August 26, 2007 - East Rutherford, NJ - Airlines Arena
19 DAYS AWAY!
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Post by DTP. on Feb 17, 2019 9:37:18 GMT -5
August 10, 2007 - Youngstown, Ohio - Chevrolet Centre (3,700) "Rise Up 2006" by Drowning Pool Broadcast on The CW (2.6)
SHOW REPORT:
MATCH ONE // WWE Tag Team Championship: Paul London and Brian Kendrick (c) def. The World's Greatest Tag Team (Shelton Benjamin and Charlie Haas) in 12:21 after the 450 splash by London on Haas. The World's Greatest Tag Team won a number one contender's match last week to earn this opportunity, and London and Kendrick appeared to be in jeopardy against the tag team excellence of the former two-time WWE Tag Team Champions. But London and Kendrick used their agility to get out of some precarious predicaments, and finally managed to score the win in a highly competitive match to kick off SmackDown. After the match, Haas and Benjamin appeared to swallow their pride and offer to shake the hands of the WWE Tag Team Champions - but after doing so, Haas and Benjamin blindsighted London and Kendrick, putting the boots to the champs! Haas and Benjamin, the sore losers left, with a new mean streak evident in the World's Greatest Tag Team.
- The WWE United States Champion Montel Vontavious Porter was backstage at a bench arm wrestling with Nunzio, who came up short against 'the Franchise Playa'. MVP wiped the loss in Nunzio's face, who was not deterred and claimed Porter got lucky. Nunzio offered to put $50 on the line against MVP, when Matt Hardy showed up. Hardy advised MVP to not wear that arm out, claiming he wanted to beat MVP with a strong arm in tonight's arm-wrestling challenge. MVP asked Hardy if he wanted to take his place, even the odds a little bit. Nunzio seemed excited, saying it would be easy. Hardy sat down at the bench, and quite easily floored Nunzio at arm-wrestling! Nunzio clutched his arm, claiming Hardy was strong. Matt reminded them he was a former North Carolina State Arm Wrestling Champion, picking up Nunzio's $50. MVP complained that Hardy and Nunzio had conned him, that he should have won that money! Porter told Hardy he was going down tonight. MVP left and Hardy laughed, telling Porter he'd put the $50 on the line.
- The World Heavyweight Champion Edge made his way out to the ring, 'the Rated R Superstar' set to defend his recently won crown against 'the Animal' Batista at SummerSlam in under three weeks time. Edge received a largely negative reaction from the Youngstown crowd, as he bragged about how great it was to be the World Heavyweight Champion. Edge asked the people of Youngstown to take a look at the gold on his shoulder: it fit him like a glove. Edge said that it took a great man to win this title, and he was the greatest of them all, and this proved it. Edge praised his masterful plan, proclaiming himself 'the Ultimate Opportunist' for a reason - but at SummerSlam he faces a tough feat when he has to go up against 'the Animal' Batista. Edge said that Batista is one of the biggest WWE Superstars, possibly the toughest he has come up against - and that is a long list. But Edge said that while Batista has the muscle and the power, but all in all, Batista was the brawn: and Edge was the brains. Edge said that he beat Batista once before, and aired a replay of the Great American Bash, where 'the Rated R Superstar' narrowly managed to slip away with the World Heavyweight Championship intact.
Batista had heard enough, and 'the Animal' made his way out to the ring with a grin on his face - 'the Animal' clearly amused by the words of the World Heavyweight Champion. Batista asked Edge if he thought he was the man, because he took the World title and he clunked him over the head with it at the Great American Bash. Batista agreed that Edge was an intelligent man: but at SummerSlam, the same would not take place. Batista said that he has been hunting for the World Heavyweight Championship since WrestleMania 23, and nothing was going to stop him from taking it back! Batista had the support of the fans behind him, but Edge joked that if anything, he did Batista a favor when he put his plan into effect. Edge claimed that Batista couldn't beat the Undertaker - but what Edge did was take 'the Phenom' out in one foul swoop. And much like the Undertaker at Vengeance; similar to how he beat Batista at the Great American Bash; come SummerSlam, Batista was destined for failure against the man he sees before him. An intense face-off followed, both smirking at the other.
But Carlito suddenly interrupted the party, the Caribbean storming down to the ring with a microphone in hand. Carlito said that it was real cute that 'the Animal' had passion for the World Heavyweight Championship: but he asked Batista if he had really forgotten about him, because that's not cool. Carlito said that last week Batista threatened him, he interrogated him like a mule - and he wasn't going to take that! Carlito challenged Batista to a match tonight, and Batista simply asked Carlito if he wanted to go down this road, because on the path to SummerSlam, he was not to be toyed with. Carlito pulled out an apple, telling Batista that he hoped he remembered this. Batista requested Carlito not test him, as the Caribbean took a bite of the apple, then proceeded to spit it in Batista's face! Batista smirked, but before he could strike, Edge came from behind with the World Heavyweight Championship! Edge left the ring quickly while Carlito delivered the Backstabber to Batista. From the aisleway, 'the Ultimate Opportunist' motioned that he was the brains to Batista's brawn - but tonight for Carlito, payback could be a bitch!
- Backstage the Great Khali was seen with Runjin Singh, who was giving 'the Punjabi Nightmare' a pet talk ahead of his match tonight against Ric Flair. Singh told Khali that tonight he was going to squeeze the life out of 'the Nature Boy', much like he did last week. Khali spoke in Punjab, as Singh said that Flair has been around too long, and he's been the World Champion and the man to beat for too long. But tonight, Khali had the power to put the old dog out of his misery, much like he dismantled Kane at the Great American Bash - never to be seen again - and make a legend for himself. Khali barked in Punjab more - tonight was going to be a gigantic challenge for the former sixteen-time World Champion.
MATCH TWO // WWE Cruiserweight Champion The Hurricane def. Super Crazy in 5:55 after the Eye of the Hurricane. The WWE Cruiserweight Champion has been on a roll this past couple of weeks, 'the Caped Crusader' having beaten Chavo Guerrero on two separate occasions, both to take and retain the title. But tonight he was in there against a class luchador in Super Crazy, and despite a handshake before the match, Hurricane and Crazy battled it out with both men pulling out all of the risks in order to try and claim victory. Crazy hit the Moonsault but Hurricane got his knees up, which allowed Hurricane to take the win. Hurricane took to the microphone after the match, declaring to the fans not to worry, because the Cruiserweight division was safe - thanks to the Hurricane.
- Hornswoggle was backstage in make-up, the leprechaun getting some cosmetic attention from the artist. The lady was attractive, and Hornswoggle couldn't help but notice that she had a great behind. As she turned around and bent over, Hornswoggle got off the chair and attempted to grab the make-up artist's butt, when Finlay arrived and apologized to the make-up lady, who appeared disgusted by the leprechaun. 'The Fighting Irishman' told Hornswoggle that he knew he was excited to be on MizTV, but he's got a feeling that that loudmouth Miz was setting him up. Finlay assured Hornswoggle that at the first sign of trouble, he would be right there sticking up for him. Hornswoggle shook his head and grunted, seemingly not wanting the assistance of the Irishman, walking away. Finlay sighed, saying how fame gets to everybody's heads.
- The Miz made his way out to the ring for MizTV, 'the Chick Magnet' joined as always by Brie and Nikki. He helped the ladies into the ring, which was matted with a black canvas and four chairs. Miz bombastically welcomed everybody to the second ever edition of MizTV, proclaiming that after the first episode, it is a crime that it took Theodore Long this long to grant the people another show. Miz said that he and the Twins had a great guest lined up for them, because their guest tonight was a man that fell a little "short" of the norm. And not just that, but his guest was a great speaker - Miz asked the people to give it up for Hornswoggle. Out came the leprechaun to a big ovation, and Hornswoggle skipped to the ring with glee - the leprechaun climbing into the ring as Miz tried to help Hornswoggle up onto his chair. Hornswoggle had other plans and left the ring, bringing out a stepladder from under the ring! He got back inside and got up onto the tall chair with the stepladder, much to the amazement of Miz. The Twins clapped in astonishment, as Miz told Hornswoggle that he knew he was smart - but that was creative. Miz said that Hornswoggle was a unique part of the SmackDown roster, but made note of how Hornswoggle had a tendency to reside underneath the ring. He asked Hornswoggle what he did under there, causing Hornswoggle to stutter and grumble incoherently. Miz agreed, somewhat perplexed as he said how charismatic and full of personality he was.
But Miz wanted to get down to brass tax with Hornswoggle, saying he wanted to get to know the real Hornswoggle. He asked him about Finlay, and what his relationship with 'the Fighting Irishman' was. Hornswoggle stuttered again, but finally came out with "friend" to describe him. Miz found this surprising, then asking him about being called 'the Little Bastard', and doing all of Finlay's dirty work - if that was something a friend did. Hornswoggle nodded in agreement, then uttered his own name. Miz talked about how friends did each other favors - but what had Finlay done for him, which caused Hornswoggle to think.
Finally, Finlay made his way out to the ring, joining MizTV! 'The Fighting Irishman' greeted his leprechaun friend, then told Miz that he knew what he was trying to do and stir up trouble - but it ended now. Miz suggested Finlay calm down, telling him that he was welcome, but had he known he would have brought another chair. Finlay told Miz that he's a smart one, but it wasn't going to work. Finlay tried to gather Hornswoggle and leave, but Hornswoggle didn't want to. Miz then commented that Hornswoggle could act on his own, that he was an intelligent young man. Finlay warned Miz again, asking him to do everybody a favor and shut his mouth. This fired Miz up, who told Finlay that this was his show, and he was the host! Finlay said that the only thing he hosted was a glass jaw he was going to smash if he didn't shut up. Finlay returned to trying to talk Hornswoggle into leaving, when Miz grabbed the chair he was sitting on and swung for Finlay, who saw it coming and started fighting Miz! Miz finally bailed from the ring with the Twins, but as Finlay grabbed Hornswoggle's hand, he stormed off on his own, seemingly furious that Finlay had ruined his "big moment" on MizTV!
- Anastasia Rose was backstage standing by with Ric Flair, asking the former sixteen-time World Champion about the threat he faced tonight in the Great Khali. 'The Nature Boy' seemed optimistic, wooing and telling Anastasia that she looked fine tonight. Ric said that he felt good, and he was going to do the unthinkable and knock the Great Khali on his ass tonight! Flair said that 'the Punjabi Nightmare' is an imposing son of a gun, that he walks around like he soiled himself and goes around leaving a pile of bodies in his wake. But Khali made the biggest mistake of his life last week when he chose to target 'the Nature Boy', and tonight Khali may be seven feet tall, but he was going to chop him down to size, and remind everybody why they called him 'the Dirtiest Player in the Game'. Torrie Wilson soon appeared, wishing her good friend luck in his match tonight. Flair asked Anastasia for a moment, and Torrie appeared concerned, claiming that after what Khali did to him last week, he was concerned for Flair's help. Flair said that he could handle himself, and assured Torrie that whatever happened tonight, as long as he was walking, strutting and jiving on his own accord - everything was going to be just fine.
MATCH THREE // Batista def. Carlito in 10:32 after the Batista Bomb. After the blatant disrespect shown by Carlito earlier tonight - and with the World Heavyweight Championship match at SummerSlam looming on 'the Animal's mind - Batista was surely out for payback against the Caribbean, which he showed with an explosive arsenal of attacks on Carlito in the early goings of this match. Carlito however, had the inherited tactics of his former mentor Ric Flair within him, and poked the eyes of Batista, giving himself an opening. Carlito went after Batista's leg, trying to keep 'the Animal' grounded. But Batista was strong and managed to fight back - blocking the Backstabber and powering Carlito over the top rope to the floor. The match continued on the floor, where he delivered the spear to Carlito, then rolled him back inside! Batista was sending a message to Edge, but as he set Carlito up for the Batista Bomb, Edge ran down to the apron, and the distraction almost cost Batista big as Carlito hit the Backstabber for a close call! Batista wouldn't stay down, and Carlito was frustrated and attempted another - just for Batista to spinebuster Carlito, and finish him off! 'The Rated R Superstar' was perplexed by Batista's resilience, as 'the Animal' signalled to Edge that come SummerSlam, the World Heavyweight Championship would be coming back where it belonged!
- SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long was in his office with Kristal and Vickie Guerrero talking about how hot Friday Night SmackDown was tonight, stating this was what it was all about, without the interference of Shane McMahon or Armando Estrada. In walked Chavo Guerrero, who surprised Long with his appearance, asking him what he could do for him. Chavo told Teddy that he needed to speak to Vickie immediately, telling him that he needed some advice. Long asked if it pertained to his match with Rey Mysterio at SummerSlam, but 'the Latino Warrior' denied this. Long told Kristal that they should go for a walk, leaving the two alone. Chavo changed his tune, telling Vickie that he was very much looking forward to making sure nobody ever saw Rey Mysterio again at SummerSlam: but he was concerned. Chavo said that he really needed the support of "la familia", Vickie Guerrero. Chavo tried to convince her, saying that he really needed her at ringside during the match. Vickie was puzzled and didn't know what to say, stating that she would be risking her job as Assistant General Manager. But she could see Chavo was in a bad way, and wanted to help her nephew. But she needed to know something: did Chavo fear Mysterio? Guerrero refuted this profusely, telling him that Rey was a virus that needed to be wiped out once and for all - but he needed her by his side. All of a sudden the television set in the room switched itself on, reviewing how Chavo and Vickie conspired to attack and injure Rey Mysterio on the October 18, 2006 edition of SmackDown; smashing the steel chair against Mysterio's knee and sidelining him. The screen read that Mysterio was coming for Chavo at SummerSlam - and Chavo was freaked out!
- In the arena, SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long and girlfriend Kristal made their way out to the aisleway, as Long talked about how Armando Estrada this past Tuesday, had claimed Paul Burchill from the SmackDown brand and that Burchill was now officially an ECW Superstar: but Long had the pleasure of introducing everybody to the man that Long traded with Estrada for Burchill: Chuck Palumbo! Palumbo rode out on a motorcycle, shaking hands with Long - before riding his way down to the ring and circling around; the fans in Youngstown giving Palumbo a positive response, as Palumbo was now officially a part of the SmackDown roster!
MATCH FOUR // Ashley and Maryse def. Trinity and Victoria in 2:28 after Maryse rolled Trinity with the tights. The issues with Victoria and Trinity and the other Divas of the SmackDown and ECW roster continued following Trinity and Victoria's victory against Kelly Kelly and Layla last week on ECW on Sci-Fi. Extreme Exposé were guests at ringside for this match, and their presence irked Trinity and Victoria, who proclaimed them a distraction during the match. Maryse was in there for the entirety of the match, the newcomer in trouble as the more experienced Divas worked over her. But instead of making the tag, Maryse dodged a splash in the corner from Trinity, and rolled her up with the tights, stealing another win! Maryse celebrated after the match, much to the annoyance of Trinity and Victoria, who complained that Maryse had cheated to win! Ashley didn't look happy either, having words with Maryse about cheating - but the French beauty was too pleased with herself. Victoria and Trinity proceeded to attack Extreme Exposé after the match, Kelly Kelly, Layla and Brooke however managing to fight back and clear the ring of the two Divas! Trinity and Victoria were furious, when Extreme Exposé started dancing mid-ring to the delight of the fans.
- The World's Greatest Tag Team were hanging out in the corridor backstage, Charlie Haas and Shelton Benjamin pleased with their handiwork earlier tonight in attacking Paul London and Brian Kendrick after their match. They were interrupted by the Dalton Boys, Jesse and Festus Dalton asking what they were so proud of, claiming they got their butts whooped by London and Kendrick. Haas and Benjamin called them rednecks and told them they had no idea what they were talking about. They mocked how they looked, but Jesse said that he had it on good authority Festus was the most handsome man in the WWE, noting his "flowing" receding hair and fond good looks. Haas and Benjamin laughed and challenged the Dalton Boys to a match next week, telling them not to get lost in their pick-up truck on the way to the building: because they were going to prove why they were the World's Greatest Tag Team.
- In the arena, an armwrestling bench was set up ahead of the Arm Wrestling Challenge, set to go down momentarily. Nunzio made his way out to the aisle dressed like something of a casino dealer. 'The Full Blooded Italian' approached the bench as he announced that he was the MC for this challenge. He said that not only did $50 ride on this challenge, but so did the bragging rights of who the better man was: Montel Vontavious Porter or Matt Hardy. He introduced Matt Hardy, who came out to a big ovation - and Hardy flaunted the $50 that Nunzio lost to him earlier tonight. Matt thanked Nunzio for the money, as he asked Youngstown if they were ready to see the North Carolina State Arm Wrestling Champion humiliate 'the Franchise Playa' tonight! The fans applauded, when out came Montel Vontavious Porter, igniting loud boos. The WWE United States Champion walked with a cocky swagger as he admitted that Hardy was a good conman, and he talked a big game - but when it came down to it, he just wasn't as great as "the greatest athlete in sports entertainment".
Hardy asked MVP if he was done talking, and the two adjusted their arms while Nunzio, like a boxing referee, explained he wanted a clean match. The two went back and forth, but ultimately Hardy was successful in the end, slamming Porter's arm down! Porter said that Hardy lucky, and demanded two out of three. MVP got ready to go into it again, but again Matt Hardy was successful in taking MVP down! Porter begged for best out of five, even saying he would wager another $100 on this game! Hardy asked Porter if this meant that much to him, and Porter agreed, because he was 'Half Man, Half Amazing', and he knew he was better than Matt Hardy. The two got ready to lock up again, but before getting started, MVP cheap shotted Nunzio! Porter grabbed the $150 and ran away, causing Hardy to shout for MVP to get back here! Porter had a smug look on his face, as the WWE United States Champion had ran away from the Arm Wrestling Challenge he was losing tonight!
- A vignette aired, showing Kevin Thorn and Ariel passionately in each others' arms on a red couch. 'The Gothic Prince' and 'the Duchess' addressed the idea of happiness, and that what they hated more than anything was the happiness that the fans of the WWE showed. Ariel claimed that the planet was a dark, dark place and they needed to wake up and smell the coffee: in the real world, there are winners and there are losers. The people that adjust to the dark are the ones that deserve the world, and her man was going to take the world. Kevin Thorn and Ariel would be back, next week on Friday Night SmackDown.
MATCH FIVE // The Great Khali (w/Runjin Singh) def. Ric Flair in 6:27 after the Vise Grip. 'The Nature Boy' still did not appear concerned as he was up against a gigantic mammoth of a man in 'the Punjabi Nightmare' in tonight's main event. The former sixteen-time World Champion requested this match after the Great Khali savagely left him laying last week on SmackDown, and as the two faced off in the ring, it was clear that it was a huge risk for the living WWE Legend. Flair attempted to chop Khali, but the giant absorbed every blow. Flair tried everything to get 'the Punjabi Giant' to back off, but managed to chop block Khali twice, both times knocking Khali down. Flair tried to keep Khali down, but it wouldn't last long thanks to the distractions from Singh. Khali chopped Flair down, then delivered not one but two Tree Slams! Khali put a foot over Flair's chest - but showed no mercy. Khali decided to instead lock in the dreaded Vise Grip: the same Vise Grip that took Kane out of action at the Great American Bash! Flair tried desperately to fight it, but Flair finally passed out in exhaustion, and the match was over. But Khali refused to release the hold, continuing to squeeze the life out of 'the Nature Boy'. As blood came from the mouth of 'the Nature Boy', Khali refused to break the hold despite the referee's attempts - all while Runjin Singh continued giving orders to 'the Punjabi Nightmare'! The crowd booed but were more left in silence, when finally Batista ran down to the ring, 'the Animal' saving his old friend - but Khali decided he had had enough and coolly left the ring, raising his fists in dominance. Batista tried to revive Flair, who was unresponsive. Edge was seen watching on a backstage monitor, sarcastically claiming that that was "too bad"; the World Heavyweight Champion laughing at Flair's expense. Medics arrived to the scene with a stretcher; Batista attending to an unconscious Ric Flair and shouting for help. We may witnessed the end of 'the Nature Boy' tonight.
OTHER NOTES:
- A vignette aired, showing Michelle McCool chilling at the beach in a bikini, talking about what she loved about the beach. She was Michelle McCool, and she was loving life.
- The WWE 'Smack of the Week' aired, reviewing Maryse cheating to win against Michelle McCool last week on SmackDown, despite the French beauty's insistence that she didn't cheat.
- It was announced that WWE United States Champion Montel Vontavious Porter had challenged Matt Hardy to a basketball competition next week on Friday Night SmackDown.
- It was announced that Finlay would team up with Jimmy Wang Yang to take on The Miz and Carlito next week.
- An advertisement aired, promoting WWE SummerSlam, live on pay-per-view on Sunday, August 26.
DARK MATCH: The Dalton Boys (Jesse and Festus Dalton) def. Mike Mondo and Nick Nemeth DARK MATCH: Drew McIntyre def. Dave Taylor
WWE SummerSlam - August 26, 2007 - East Rutherford, NJ - Airlines Arena
16 DAYS AWAY!
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Post by DTP. on Feb 18, 2019 15:38:30 GMT -5
RAW - August 10, 2007 - Wildwood, New Jersey - Wildwood Convention Center:
- Johnny Jeter def. Kenny Dykstra - The Highlanders def. La Résistance - Santino Marella def. William Regal - Snitsky def. Hardcore Holly - Candice Michelle (c) def. Beth Phoenix to retain the WWE Women's Championship - Lance Cade and Trevor Murdoch (c) def. Cryme Tyme to retain the World Tag Team Championship - Bobby Lashley and Mark Henry def. Mr Kennedy and King Booker - Chris Masters def. Cody Rhodes - John Cena (c) def. Randy Orton to retain the WWE Championship
SmackDown/ECW - August 11, 2007 - Bangor, Maine - Bangor Auditorium: - The Dalton Boys def. Deuce 'n' Domino - Chuck Palumbo def. Jamie Noble - Jimmy Wang Yang and Shannon Moore def. The Major Brothers - Funaki def. Drew McIntyre - Big Daddy V def. Stevie Richards - Finlay def. The Miz by count-out - Carlito and Chavo Guerrero def. Matt Hardy and The Hurricane - Paul London and Brian Kendrick (c) def. World's Greatest Tag Team to retain the WWE Tag Team Championship - CM Punk, Chris Benoit and Tommy Dreamer def. The New Breed & John Morrison - Edge (c) def. Batista & The Great Khali to retain the World Heavyweight Championship
RAW - August 11, 2007 - Bethlehem, Pennsylvania - Stabler Arena- Harry Smith def. William Regal - Snitsky def. Santino Marella - Chris Masters def. Johnny Jeter - Hardcore Holly and Cody Rhodes def. La Résistance - Candice Michelle (c) def. Beth Phoenix to retain the WWE Women's Championship - Lance Cade and Trevor Murdoch (c) def. Cryme Tyme & The Highlanders to retain the World Tag Team Championship - Mark Henry def. Umaga by disqualification - Bobby Lashley (c) def. King Booker & Mr Kennedy to retain the WWE Intercontinental Championship - John Cena (c) def. Randy Orton to retain the WWE Championship
SmackDown/ECW - August 12, 2007 - Portland, Maine - Cumberland County Civic Center: - Chuck Palumbo def. Jamie Noble - The Dalton Boys def. Deuce 'n' Domino - Big Daddy V def. Stevie Richards - Jimmy Wang Yang and Shannon Moore def. The Major Brothers - Finlay def. The Miz by count-out - Paul London and Brian Kendrick (c) def. World's Greatest Tag Team to retain the WWE Tag Team Championship - Matt Hardy and The Hurricane def. Carlito and Chavo Guerrero - Kevin Thorn def. Funaki - The New Breed & John Morrison def. CM Punk, Chris Benoit and Tommy Dreamer - Edge (c) def. Batista & The Great Khali to retain the World Heavyweight Championship
RAW - August 12, 2007 - Kingston, Rhode Island - Ryan Center: - Harry Smith def. William Regal - Snitsky def. Santino Marella - Chris Masters def. Johnny Jeter - Hardcore Holly and Cody Rhodes def. La Résistance - Candice Michelle (c) def. Beth Phoenix to retain the WWE Women's Championship - Lance Cade and Trevor Murdoch (c) def. Cryme Tyme & The Highlanders to retain the World Tag Team Championship - Mark Henry def. Umaga by disqualification - Bobby Lashley (c) def. King Booker & Mr Kennedy to retain the WWE Intercontinental Championship - John Cena (c) def. Randy Orton to retain the WWE Championship
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Post by DTP. on Feb 19, 2019 6:28:31 GMT -5
August 13, 2007 - New York City, New York - Madison Square Garden (16,800) "...To Be Loved" by Papa Roach Live on the USA Network (3.8)
SHOW REPORT:
- Jeff Hardy kicked off Monday Night RAW live from the World's Most Famous Arena, 'the Charismatic Enigma' making his way to the ring after leaving a huge impact last week. Mr Money in the Bank made his way down to the ring, where Hardy received a loud ovation from the New York City crowd. Hardy asked New York what was going on, receiving an even louder reaction. Jeff said that what he did last week spoke for itself, he wasn't just your average WWE Superstar, and when it comes to Randy Orton, and when it comes to John Cena - he didn't care who you were, if you were in his way to the WWE Championship, he was going to put you on watch! Madison Square Garden chanted Hardy's name as Jeff commented that he's come this far in his WWE career, for the past thirteen years this company has been his livelihood. It has been what he has stood for, and he has done it all. He's been to Hell and back in Tables, Ladders and Chairs. He's won the World Tag Team Championship and the WWE Intercontinental Championship: but what he wants more than anything is the same thing that has eluded him for all of these years - the WWE Championship!
John Cena interrupted 'the Charismatic Enigma', the WWE Champion receiving a chorus of boos from the sixteen thousand fans in attendance. Cena climbed into the ring and told Jeff that he understands his frustrations. John said that Jeff Hardy is one of the most hard working WWE Superstars he has ever met, and that was no lie. Was it true that Jeff Hardy had sacrificed everything for this company, been to Hell and back, scratched and clawed his way to this point right? Absolutely, and the WWE Champion applauded him for that. But when it comes to the WWE Championship, John said that it took an unreal athlete, an unreal person, and unreal WWE Superstar to hold the gold in his hands right now! Cena asked Jeff if he wanted it, to come and get it, asking him what he was going to do about it! John reminded Jeff of last week, of how he left him laying, and he felt the passion and the burning fire - and that's the only reason he's not kicking his ass right now! John asked Hardy what it was going to be, was Hardy going to be the man he thought he was, or was he going to be what Randy Orton represented, and take shortcuts to the top.
Jeff thought it over for a second, then told John that he was going for it: he was cashing in Money in the Bank, tonight in the Garden! The fans roared, but Shane McMahon suddenly interrupted. The WWE Chairman came out to a generous reaction from the New York City crowd, Shane telling Hardy and Cena that that sounded like a fantastic idea - but not for tonight. Shane told the WWE Champion and 'the Charismatic Enigma' that he had other plans for the pair tonight, and that included John Cena and Jeff Hardy teaming up against Randy Orton and King Booker - but this weekend, the WWE would present the return of Saturday Night's Main Event, live on NBC, live from this very building. And that was where they could settle their resolve, with the WWE Championship on the line - that is, IF Jeff Hardy was willing to wait! Shane had a cocky smirk on his face, as he greeted Madison Square Garden, leaving. The WWE Champion stared at Jeff Hardy from across the ring, noticing the Money in the Bank briefcase in Hardy's hand. Would Jeff be willing to wait five days for Saturday Night's Main Event to cash in that briefcase? How could John Cena trust Jeff Hardy!
- The Highlanders were seen in the locker room ahead of the eight-man tag team match tonight, Robbie and Rory McAllister getting ready for action. But Robbie had a problem, and Rory was trying to get it out of his brother. The Scotsman was concerned about something - he didn't have his kilt. Stood in a thong, Robbie said he couldn't find his gear anywhere. Rory was shocked and said to cover up, he didn't need to see his "meat and two veg". Cryme Tyme walked in, Shad Gaspard and JTG coolly asking the Scotsmen what was up. They noticed the dilemma as Robbie was naked, when JTG said that Cryme Tyme were going to sell this, but he definitely needed it more than them, tossing him his kilt back! Shad was more business, saying that tonight they needed to team together and beat Lance Cade, Trevor Murdoch and La Résistance - and all put a fist in in agreement. But Robbie still hadn't put pants on, causing JTG to yell at him to put some pants on.
MATCH ONE // WWE Women's Championship: Beth Phoenix def. Candice Michelle (c) in 5:11 after the Muscle Buster. 'The Glamazon' had challenged Candice to this match last week, and this was her biggest opportunity thus far. But after the amount of hard work that Candice Michelle had put into getting here, she was surely not about to let the dangerous newcomer take what she had worked hard for. The challenger overpowered Candice and continued to attack Candice, who tried valiantly to fight back against Beth, and eventually had to rely on her quickness. But Candice attempted the Candywrapper, which went blocked; allowing Beth to capitalize, winning the WWE Women's Championship! Phoenix celebrated her win after the match, having won her first title in the World's Most Famous Arena; while Candice recovered, looking on in disappointment from the floor.
- King Booker was seen arriving at Madison Square Garden with Queen Sharmell, as they had a backstage assistant cart their luggage with them. Todd Grisham approached the royal couple, asking for their thoughts on Mr Kennedy's actions last week on RAW. Booker called Todd a peasant that didn't deserve to address the King about last week's atrocity. But the King and the Queen were in their palace - so he would answer. Booker declared that Mr Kennedy was nothing more than a jester, a fool, and last week he committed a crime against the King. But would he give Kennedy the satisfaction? No. Booker said that he had bigger business ahead, and that included the maiming and public humiliation first-hand of the WWE Champion John Cena, and Jeff Hardy.
MATCH TWO // Mark Henry def. Snitsky by disqualification in 3:43 after Snitsky hit Henry with a steel chair. 'The World's Strongest Man' was in action tonight against the monstrous Snitsky, who was in a fouler mood than usual tonight after having a win taken from him by Santino Marella of all people last week on RAW. The two big men battled it out, but quite quickly it appeared that Snitsky wasn't willing to have a fair fight, as he introduced a steel chair. But Mark Henry wouldn't let Snitsky use it, and almost beat Snitsky with a legdrop. Snitsky however broke free from the World's Strongest Man, using the steel chair, sending Mark Henry through the ropes to the floor! Snitsky rolled out after him, lining Henry up and dropping 'the World's Strongest Man' with a devastating big boot! Snitsky was dominant and crazed, having lost by disqualification tonight: but he didn't seem to care one bit.
- Jeff Hardy was seen walking the halls following the explosive outburst he made at the top of the show. 'The Charismatic Enigma' was stopped by Shane McMahon, the WWE Chairman telling Jeff that he was incredible out there earlier tonight. Shane said that he never thought Jeff Hardy had it in him, but this past week has changed his opinion of Hardy for certain. Jeff told Shane that he wasn't doing this to impress anybody, but Shane told Jeff that he saw big things for him, and this weekend he could tell had potential to be a lifechanging time for Hardy at Saturday Night's Main Event. But why wait five days for Saturday? Jeff laughed at Shane's persuasion, telling Hardy that he knew Shane wanted the WWE Championship taken from John. But Hardy was his own man, he was a free spirit: who knew what he was capable of. Jeff walked away, leaving Shane to advise Jeff think long and hard - why wait until Saturday when tonight could be the night!
- Footage from shown from earlier today where Santino Marella and Maria were seen sightseeing in Times Square. 'The Italian Stallion' was enjoying his first time in New York City, USA, as Santino flamboyantly proclaimed that he loved New York. Draped in apparel, the two entered a coffee shop where Santino said that he had never had New York coffee. He said that it was going to be a tough sell to him because in Italy they had the best cafés. Marella asked for a wet latté, to which the barista told Santino how much it was going to be. Marella had trouble understanding the thick New Yorker's accent, and eventually Maria had to explain to Santino what he meant. The barista called Santino a freak.
MATCH THREE // WWE Intercontinental Champion Bobby Lashley and Jim Duggan def. Chris Masters and William Regal in 6:19 after the Three Point Stance by Duggan on Regal. Before the match the WWE Intercontinental Champion grabbed a microphone, and told Chris Masters and William Regal about his partner - a WWE Legend, somebody that had competed in Madison Square Garden countless times over the years: 'Hacksaw' Jim Duggan! 'The Masterpiece' and 'the Villain' took exception to Duggan's patriot ways and hammered at Duggan, keeping him away from Lashley - who had the support of the New York crowd all of the way. Duggan finally made the tag, and Lashley cleaned house of Masters and Regal. But soon enough the match broke down, and Masters sent Lashley out to the floor with a clothesline - but the WWE Legend came out of nowhere, taking Regal down with the Three Point Stance for a big victory! Lashley raised Duggan's hand in victory after the match, leaving Regal seething at ringside. Masters was even mad at Regal for losing to the WWE Hall of Famer - but the WWE Intercontinental Champion was riding the wave of being champion, with a little help from 'Hacksaw'.
- Returning to the coffee shop earlier today, Santino Marella and Maria were sat down discussing how Marella was enjoying New York City. Santino brought out a map of landmarks in New York that he wanted to see, causing some reluctance from Maria as to Marella's enthusiasm, saying they might need another day. 'The Italian Stallion' and his girlfriend were given their coffee from a barista, as Santino thanked him in Italian. The barista was a wiseguy, telling Marella to blow him. Santino remarked that he was a nice man. Santino then took a sip of the latté, and immediately spat it out complaining at the taste. But he got it all over Maria, who Santino profusely apologized to and tried to wipe her chin with a napkin. Maria thanked her boyfriend, but told him she was going to the bathroom to freshen up. Marella idly sat back down, awkwardly enjoying the sights out of the window.
- The WWE Chairman Shane McMahon made his way out to the ring, receiving another generous response from the Madison Square Garden tonight. Shane once again thanked the New York City crowd, as he began to talk about the legacy of the McMahons in the World's Most Famous Arena. He ran through the historic moments that had gone down in this great city: from Hulk Hogan teaming up with Mr T at the very first WrestleMania in 1985; to Bret 'Hitman' Hart winning his first singles title when he beat Mr Perfect for the WWE Intercontinental Championship at SummerSlam in 1991, and then the WWE Championship at WrestleMania X. How about WrestleMania XX, and the Undertaker returning from the dead to face his brother Kane in 2004? Shane said that this building was legendary to the WWE, some of the greatest moments in sports entertainment had gone down here. But Shane referred to how his late father Vince McMahon was not the first McMahon to hold a show here: because he came from a line of McMahons, with his grandfather Vince McMahon Sr, and his great grandfather Jess McMahon also holding shows here. And now, with the global phenomenon his father created, Shane McMahon was the fourth generation of McMahons to host a WWE show in Madison Square Garden! The crowd cheered the tribute, when Shane moved on to talk about last Monday night on RAW. His sister Stephanie McMahon was taken hostage by 'the Samoan Bulldozer' Umaga, and Umaga had a ransom to make: and after some soul searching, Shane O'Mac had to make the call to do something he didn't want to do - and that is reinstate 'the Game'.
Shane proudly gave a Madison Square Garden welcome to his brother-in-law Triple H, who received a massive reaction from the New York City crowd! 'The King of Kings', who returned to Monday Night RAW three weeks ago, looked better than ever as he climbed into the ring for the first time since being suspended by the very man that brought him back. Shane declared that at SummerSlam 'the Game' would exact revenge for the McMahon family when Triple H destroys the wild man that threatened his family - but Triple H snatched the microphone and told Shane to get out of his sight! The WWE Chairman looked confused, and Shane asked Hunter where his gratitude was. Triple H assured Shane that actions spoke louder than words, but he didn't forgive Shane for suspending him two weeks ago - once again ordering Shane to get out of his ring! The fans cheered and Shane complied, as Triple H got right down to business. He addressed Umaga, demanding that 'the Samoan Savage' get his ass out here. He said how Umaga threatened his wife, he almost seriously hurt Stephanie McMahon: and he sure as hell wasn't going to wait until SummerSlam to get his hands on 'the Samoan Bulldozer'! Triple H demanded Umaga show himself, and sure enough, Umaga made his way out to the ring. 'The Game' tore off his shirt, and Umaga let out a war cry, hitting the ring and it was on! Triple H and Umaga went blow for blow, this rivalry intensifying with Umaga running into the high knee of 'the Cerebral Assassin'! Triple H buried Umaga in rights, but Umaga fought back, headbutting the repaired quadriceps of 'the Game'. Umaga took Triple H down in the corner, then charged him with a brutal hip attack in the corner. Umaga wasn't finished though, as he picked Triple H up and appeared to go for the Samoan Spike: but Triple H broke loose, and Umaga fled the ring! Both men furious, 'the Game' wanted more of Umaga, who instead tore apart the announce table, then decided to leave. Triple H had had a taste of Umaga, and he only had two weeks to go until SummerSlam, to get his hands on 'the Samoan Bulldozer'!
- Todd Grisham was backstage with the World Tag Team Champions Lance Cade and Trevor Murdoch, asking for their thoughts going into the eight-man tag team match with Cryme Tyme and the Highlanders. Cade said that ever since they arrived in the WWE, they had received no respect from anybody. They fought for their respect, and that still didn't get them far enough. But now they were World Tag Team Champions again, and they were at the top of the division. Murdoch said that they were tough fighting boys, and they weren't gonna let Cryme Tyme or the Highlanders walk over them anymore. Suddenly La Résistance entered the scene speaking French-Canadian, to which Cade and Murdoch asked what they were doing. Sylvan Grenier and Robert Conway said that they were on the same team, and this was their interview too. The two teams started arguing, when Ron Simmons arrived at the scene, silencing the four men with a big, loud "DAMN!" This did not bode well for the eight-man tag team bout.
MATCH FOUR // Cryme Tyme (Shad Gaspard and JTG) and The Highlanders (Robbie & Rory McAllister) def. World Tag Team Champions Lance Cade and Trevor Murdoch and La Résistance (Sylvan Grenier and Robert Conway) in 5:52 after the sidewalk slam by Shad on Conway. This was going to be a chaotic state of affairs between the four teams in eight-man tag team action. Lance Cade and Trevor Murdoch showed their differences with La Résistance, but Cryme Tyme and the Highlanders were firing on all cylinders. Grenier and Conway were effective in keeping Rory McAllister guarded, but finally Shad got the tag and ran wild on them. During the match JTG went up to the top rope and came down with a huge cannonball splash onto the other seven men. After the match Shad and JTG celebrated their win by taking the World Tag Team Championships of Cade and Murdoch! The champs were left furious in the ring, while Shad and JTG celebrated with their stolen bling, the titles belonging to Cade and Murdoch.
- Jeff Hardy was in the locker room preparing for the tag team main event, when John Cena entered the room, the WWE Champion and his partner tonight facing off with each other. Cena told 'the Charismatic Enigma' that he'd be lying if he wasn't concerned that Jeff would do something he'd regret tonight. Hardy played innocent, grasping the Money in the Bank briefcase. Cena told Jeff that he knew how hard Jeff Hardy had worked, and he also knew that he was hungry. But John didn't know how hungry Hardy was, and he also knew he'd spoken with Shane McMahon. John told Jeff to wait until Saturday Night's Main Event. Hardy simply responded, thanking John for the advice. But he was safe in tonight's match, so long as he didn't try anything funny. After the match? Who's to say. Maybe Jeff would cash in Money in the Bank - or maybe he wouldn't. We'd see. Hardy then iterated to John that he was in control, he was the man with the briefcase: and at the end of the day, John Cena had something he wanted. Hardy left, leaving Cena somewhat concerned.
- Back at the coffee shop earlier today, Maria was cleaning up in the bathroom when Melina walked in. 'The Paparazzi Princess' asked Maria if she had forgotten about her. Surprised, Maria turned around and got slapped across the face by Melina, and in response tackled Melina! The two Divas went at it in the bathroom of the coffee shop, with Maria on top until Melina sent her head first into the porcelain sink! Melina brushed herself off and stood over an unconscious Maria, telling her that she was a joke, and that Santino Marella could do a lot better; walking away. Moments later Santino Marella stormed in to check on his fallen girlfriend, unsure what to make of what happened!
MATCH FIVE // Kenny Dykstra def. Cody Rhodes (w/Hardcore Holly) in 3:52 after the spinout neckbreaker. Before the match Kenny talked about the trash hole that New York City was, before he was interrupted by the second-generation star. The Rhodes family history in Madison Square Garden was discussed, with father Dusty Rhodes having challenged for the WWE Championship against Superstar Billy Graham in this building in 1977. Not to mention his older brother Goldust had also main evented MSG. Hardcore Holly had taken Rhodes under his wing in recent weeks, and he talked Cody through this match against the self-proclaimed 'Most Underrated Star' in the WWE. Rhodes escaped Dykstra's roll-up attempt, but Rhodes accidentally butted heads with Holly through the ropes, allowing Dykstra to take advantage. Cody and Holly had words after the match, while Dykstra celebrated another win!
- Randy Orton was backstage with Todd Grisham, as Grisham wanted to get a few comments ahead of the tag team main event tonight, and his thoughts regarding Jeff Hardy's involvement with his feud with John Cena. 'The Legend Killer' told Todd that he thinks it's bogus that a scamp like Jeff Hardy can just walk into his business and claim a shot at the WWE Championship ahead of him. Orton said that he was the number one contender, and he didn't care if 'the Charismatic Enigma' was Mr Money in the Bank or not - he wanted John Cena to himself! Orton said that Jeff Hardy doesn't belong anywhere near the WWE Championship, simply because he's not good enough. Well, regardless of if Jeff wants to cash in tonight or at Saturday Night's Main Event - he wasn't going to give him the chance, because tonight he was going to Punt the head off of Jeff Hardy's shoulders.
- Triple H was seen leaving Madison Square Garden, 'the Game' still in a fired up mood after his brawl with Umaga earlier tonight. But suddenly 'the King of Kings' was jumped by 'the Samoan Bulldozer'! Umaga wanted more of 'the Game' ahead of SummerSlam in two weeks, but Triple H brought the fight to the Samoan, sending him into the wall! Triple H grabbed a lead pipe and went to use it, but Umaga again kicked Triple H low, then started pummeling 'the Game'! Umaga delivered the Samoan Spike, and 'the Samoan Bulldozer' had left Triple H laying in the parking lot! Umaga walked away, happy with his doings.
MATCH SIX // WWE Champion John Cena and Jeff Hardy def. Randy Orton and King Booker (w/Queen Sharmell) in 12:10 after the Swanton Bomb by Jeff on Booker. Tensions were running high, as number one contender to the WWE Championship Randy Orton had taken exception to the Money in the Bank winner Jeff Hardy making his intentions clear to cash in on the champ John Cena, either tonight or this weekend at Saturday Night's Main Event. Orton had a right to be furious, but it was noted Orton would still be challenging for the WWE Championship at SummerSlam one way or another. Orton actually managed to get the better of Cena, and it wound up with Jeff Hardy being the man looking to make the tag and save the WWE Champion. The King was in prime egotistical form tonight, as he showboated to his "subjects" in Madison Square Garden. But he dropped the ball, and allowed Cena to make a comeback, and finally get the tag to Jeff Hardy. It came down to Hardy and 'the Legend Killer', where Orton was able to turn the Twist of Fate into the inverted neckbreaker, and Orton looked to be in the position to go for the RKO, stalking Hardy - when Cena dragged Orton out of the ring; Cena and Orton going at it at ringside! The referee was subdued, whilst Hardy and Booker were the legal men, and Booker had the match won with the Scissors Kick - but Mr Kennedy hit the ring to a big ovation, Kennedy dropping Booker with the Mic Check! Kennedy slid out, allowing Hardy to score the victory! Hardy was victorious tonight on RAW, and John Cena was the first man to congratulate 'the Charismatic Enigma', raising Hardy's hand. But Cena suddenly dropped Jeff with the F-U! The WWE Champion was booed loudly by the hardcore New York crowd, and Cena had just thwarted any chances of Hardy cashing in Money in the Bank ahead of Saturday Night's Main Event! Once again Randy Orton was left looking on, as Cena mouthed to the fallen Hardy that he would see him on Saturday.
OTHER NOTES:
- Following the kidnapping of Stephanie McMahon by Umaga, Jim Ross and Jerry Lawler speculated on what 'the Samoan Bulldozer' wanted, and how Triple H may be reacting to all of this.
- It was announced that the WWE would be returning to Madison Square Garden on January 27, 2008 for the twenty-first annual Royal Rumble.
- Another teaser aired, showing Jillian Hall in the midst of production on her debut album with Jim Johnson, which will be available to listen to this coming winter.
- It was announced that Maria would look to get revenge on Melina next week on Monday Night RAW.
- It was announced that ECW World Champion Marcus Cor Von and CM Punk would take part in Pick Your Poison, with the SummerSlam adversaries set to choose their rival's opponent, tomorrow night on ECW on Sci-Fi.
- An advertisement aired, promoting the return of WWE Saturday Night's Main Event, this coming weekend only on NBC.
- An advertisement aired for the WWE SummerSlam, live on pay-per-view on Sunday, August 26.
WWE HEAT, available on WWE.com - Santino Marella (w/Maria) def. Rob Manson in 4:35 after the neckbreaker. Santino was dressed in New York gear for the match. - Sandman def. Pete Schwartz in 3:13 after the diving leg drop. This match was contested under 'Sandman's Rules', which included use of the Singapore cane. DARK MATCH: D-Lo Brown def. Ryan O'Reilly
WWE SummerSlam - August 26, 2007 - East Rutherford, NJ - Airlines Arena
13 DAYS AWAY!
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Post by DTP. on Feb 20, 2019 9:33:49 GMT -5
August 14, 2007 - Uncasville, Connecticut - Mohegan Sun Arena (5,500) "Don't Question My Heart" by Saliva Aired on the Sci-Fi Network (1.5)
SHOW REPORT:
- Marcus Cor Von and Elijah Burke kicked off ECW on Sci-Fi by making their way down to the ring, the ECW World Champion just shy of two weeks away from his confrontation with CM Punk, with the title at stake at SummerSlam. 'The Alpha Male' and 'the Elijah Experience' got into the ring, as Elijah talked about Pick Your Poison, and said that it's pretty funny how that works out, because in actuality the only poison that 'the Straight Edge Superstar' needed was five minutes in the ring with 'the Alpha Male'. Burke joked, whilst Cor Von declared that CM Punk is like a cockroach, he just keeps coming back for more. He's seemingly indestructible, but Cor Von knew of a way to get rid of him. Cor Von claimed that he wasn't impressed by Punk's victory last week, because at the end of the day, Marcus Cor Von had beaten both he and Chris Benoit, and as far as SummerSlam was concerned, he hoped that 'the Straight Edge Superstar' had enough time to rest up because his opponent tonight was going to be tough: 'the Alpha Male' introducing out ECW's newest acquisition, the bad brute from Britain, Paul Burchill! Burchill appeared imposing, as Cor Von and Burke stood by at ringside - when CM Punk made his way down to the ring, motivated and ready to take on Paul Burchill in this Pick Your Poison match to kick off ECW on Sci-Fi!
MATCH ONE // Pick Your Poison: Paul Burchill (w/ECW World Champion Marcus Cor Von and Elijah Burke) def. CM Punk in 8:31 after the C-4. Paul Burchill was traded to the ECW brand in exchange for Chuck Palumbo as part of a deal put together by General Manager Armando Estrada and Theodore Long last week, but this was a huge test as Burchill took on the number one contender to the ECW World Championship. 'The Straight Edge Superstar' managed to outwrestle Burchill early, frustrating the British brute, but the persistent distractions of the New Breed allowed Burchill to take control. Burchill slugged it out with Punk, showing a hard-hitting and explosive style that made Burchill look like he was going to pull off a big win at any minute. But Punk, as Cor Von called him, was a cockroach - coming back for more. Late in the match, Punk attempted to springboard into the ring when Burke dragged Punk back down onto the apron while the official was distracted by 'the Alpha Male' on the apron - and the distraction cost Punk big, as Burchill scored a big win! The New Breed laughed at Punk's expense after the match, leaving Punk left vexed in the ring. But what did Punk have in store for Cor Von later tonight?
- A vignette aired, showing the cold streets of Glasgow, Scotland. A Scotsman talked about how life in Glasgow was rough, and full of crime. It was kill or be killed in the streets of Glasgow. Much like ECW, which is where he was coming to be. Drew McIntyre is coming soon to ECW.
- Big Daddy V was with Matt Striker, who was talking 'the Mastodon' up ahead of what should be an unorthodox match against the Boogeyman tonight. Striker claimed to V that Boogeyman was the man with the worms, that he liked to play mind games - but V could not let him get under his skin. He reminded Big Daddy V that he was big, he was immovable, he was dominance personified. Striker told Big Daddy V that tonight, they make the Boogeyman eat his own livestock. V smashed his fists together, ready to go.
MATCH TWO // Mike Knox def. Greg Cardona in 1:33 after Knox Out. Mike Knox had had some problems in recent weeks with smaller ECW and SmackDown Superstars, notably Stevie Richards and Super Crazy, but he looked to get back on track starting with the young kid from Long Island, New York, Greg Cardona tonight. Cardona attempted to use his speed as a counter to Knox's size and power, but unfortunately Knox laid Greg out with several backbreakers, before finishing him off with the impressive Knox Out swinging facebuster. Knox's hand was raised in victory, and it appeared that he was putting the ECW roster on watch.
- In a sit-down interview conducted earlier today Joey Styles sat down with Tommy Dreamer. Styles thanked Dreamer for his time, and asked 'the Innovator of Violence' about his quickly becoming-personal rivalry with John Morrison. Tommy simply said that there was not a lot to be said about it. He said that John Morrison simply angers him, and has ever since he stepped foot in ECW. Styles asked what it was about Morrison that infuriated him most, to which Dreamer commented that it was Morrison's arrogance. He didn't care one bit about what this brand meant, and it drove him crazy. Dreamer said that he did not look like an ECW Superstar, he did not represent what Dreamer fought so hard to maintain: and that was the tortured soul and loud-hearted nature of ECW. Styles asked Dreamer about how he felt knowing he was the last of a dying breed. Tommy admitted that it was humbling. He used to be surrounded by so many faces. When ECW was revived last year, he knew for a fact that this would become the New Breed's stomping ground. And guys like Marcus Cor Von, Elijah Burke, CM Punk - they were the future. He was fine with that. But he's watched so many of his old buddies fade away, and now it's just him, Chris Benoit and Tommy Dreamer left from the good old days. But if Morrison thought he was getting rid of the ECW Original, somebody that has made this his entire life: Morrison had another thing coming. And next Tuesday night, in Extreme Rules: he was going to prove it, by dismantling 'the Shaman of Sexy' piece by piece.
MATCH THREE // John Morrison def. Brian Major (w/Brett Major) in 4:13 after the Moonlight Drive. John Morrison may be seven days away from facing Tommy Dreamer in an Extreme Rules match next week on ECW on Sci-Fi, but he was all smiles tonight as he was set to do battle with one-half of the Major Brothers. In an insert promo during their entrance, the Major Brothers said that they had gotten off to a rocky start dating back to their debut on ECW this past Spring. But they were still here and still fighting, and they were going to keep on doing what they do best and rocking the house down until they make it as ECW Superstars. Brian was a formidable foe for 'the Tuesday Night Delight', who actually had to duck out of the action on two occasions during the bout. But Morrison was able to cheap shot his way into control. Morrison mocked Brett as he restrained Brian in an abdominal stretch, but finally Brian was able to fight back. But in the end, it was Morrison who was successful. After the match Morrison relaxed on the top ropes like they were a hammock. 'The Tuesday Night Delight' mocked Tommy Dreamer following his sit-down interview, saying that Tommy was a joke. Morrison said that maybe if he put as much work into perfecting his body like he had - and less time crying about how it was 1998 and his buddies were no longer here - he could have a real shot. But next week, Morrison would embarrass Tommy more than Tommy possibly could: by beating him at his own game, in Extreme Rules! Morrison was full of confidence, but the ECW Original was surely watching from somewhere, and he had to have revenge in mind.
- Rebecca was standing by with Paul Burchill after his impressive victory against CM Punk earlier tonight. Burchill cut Rebecca off, telling her that he didn't have time for her questions. In his Essex tone, Burchill said it should come as no surprise that he was able to knock off a win against 'the Straight Edge Superstar'. He called himself a ripper, and that he was a dangerous, dangerous man; and he didn't think Rebecca had any idea of the things he had done in the past. But tonight was just a taste of things to come: because as long as Paul Burchill was around, nobody is safe.
MATCH FOUR // Big Daddy V (w/Matt Striker) def. The Boogeyman in 3:15 after the Samoan drop on worms. Before the match Extreme Exposé were dancing on the aisleway, when the arrival of the Boogeyman terrified them and scared Kelly Kelly, Brooke and Layla away. This was definitely going to be an unorthodox match. Big Daddy V has been on a rampage ever since debuting in ECW two months ago, but perhaps 'the Mastodon' met his match when the Boogeyman crawled out to challenge Big Daddy V two weeks ago. Striker was disturbed by Boogeyman's worms, and Boogeyman even chased him around ringside at one point during the match. But despite Boogeyman's unusual arsenal of attacks, V was successful in putting Boogeyman down, killing plenty of innocent worms in the process. 'The Mastodon' wasn't done yet though, as he delivered a corner splash on Boogeyman not once, but twice after the match! Boogeyman was left convulsing on the canvas, while Matt Striker led his dominant man away.
- ECW General Manager Armando Estrada was in his office puffing on a cigar when Stevie Richards walked in. Richards asked if the GM wanted to meet with him, to which the Cuban dotted out the cigar and told Stevie that he was in for a great opportunity next week. Estrada seemed overjoyed, as he announced that as part of the latest instalment of the SmackDown and ECW talent exchange, Stevie Richards would go one-on-one with Carlito. Estrada told Richards that this was big, that ECW needed to stick it to SmackDown - asking him if he was up for the challenge. Stevie told Armando that he hated apples, and that Carlito was going down next week. Richards left, while Armando seemed proud of his get for next week's show.
- CM Punk made his way out to the ring following his unfortunate loss at the hands of Paul Burchill earlier tonight, who beat him with help from the ECW World Champion Marcus Cor Von and Elijah Burke. 'The Straight Edge Superstar' stood in the middle of the ring and said that 'the Alpha Male' sure got one up on him earlier tonight, but that it wasn't going to happen when he wipes that smirk off of Cor Von's face at SummerSlam, and takes the ECW World Championship! But Punk said although they had something big up their sleeves, the New Breed didn't know what they had in store, because representing him tonight, and somebody he was sure would take care of 'the Alpha Male' tonight - was D-Lo Brown! The former WWE European Champion made his way to the ring, making his return after a five year absence to ECW tonight!
MATCH FIVE // Pick Your Poison: D-Lo Brown (w/CM Punk) def. ECW World Champion Marcus Cor Von (w/Elijah Burke) in 8:12 after Sky High. 'The Alpha Male' was surely caught off guard by the unexpected return of the first ever WWE Eurocontinental Champion, D-Lo Brown returning to ECW tonight as CM Punk's representative in this match. To ensure Elijah Burke didn't interfere like earlier tonight, the number one contender stuck around in Brown's corner - and Brown brought the fight to Cor Von, almost scoring the win with a spinebuster and a running powerbomb. But Cor Von was ruthless, and he proved exactly what made him ECW World Champion in the first place. Late in the match D-Lo was in the midst of a comeback, but when he went up to the top rope for a frog splash, Burke got on the apron - and Punk dragged 'the Elijah Experience' down, pummelling on Burke! Cor Von tried to intercept Brown, and knocked him down from the top rope. 'The Alpha Male' looked to go for the Pounce, but Punk distracted Cor Von and the two got into an argument until the referee got involved and forced Punk to get down. The distraction had worked, as Brown delivered the Sky High for a big upset in Brown's return! In a shocking twist to Pick Your Poison, both the champion and his challenger had both lost their matches - but CM Punk seemed glad with what he had done! The New Breed were furious, and Punk smugly raised D-Lo Brown's hand in victory: a big win tonight for the returning D-Lo Brown - but retribution had to be on Cor Von's mind, with under two weeks to go until SummerSlam!
OTHER NOTES:
- During the show a video package aired, reflecting on all of the Boogeyman's previous memorable incidents, leading into tonight's match with Big Daddy V.
- It was announced that Extreme Exposé would host this weekend's Saturday Night's Main Event.
- It was announced that ECW World Champion Marcus Cor Von would team up with John Morrison to take on CM Punk and Tommy Dreamer in a big tag team match this weekend on Saturday Night's Main Event.
- An advertisement aired, promoting the return of WWE Saturday Night's Main Event this coming weekend on NBC. - An advertisement aired, promoting WWE SummerSlam, live on pay-per-view on Sunday, August 26.
WWE SummerSlam - August 26, 2007 - East Rutherford, NJ - Airlines Arena
12 DAYS AWAY!
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August 17, 2007 - Uncasville, Connecticut - Mohegan Sun Arena (5,500) "Rise Up 2006" by Drowning Pool Broadcast on The CW (2.5)
SHOW REPORT:
- Friday Night SmackDown kicked off with the sight of a small basketball court laid out beside the aisleway, as the WWE United States Champion Montel Vontavious Porter made his way out to the Mohegan Sun Arena, igniting loud boos from the crowd. MVP welcomed everybody to the reason they watch on Friday nights, the 'Half-Man, Half-Amazing' Montel Vontavious Porter. The crowd booed as Porter was dressed to compete for basketball competition tonight, decked in a custom SmackDown gear. Porter addressed the crowd with the use of a hands-free headset, picking up a basketball and bouncing it down several times. Porter said that he was out here tonight to once again prove to everybody why exactly he was truly the greatest athlete in sports entertainment, and why he was a much better athlete than Matt Hardy. He claimed that Matt Hardy had a big mouth, that he was a cocky guy that couldn't back it up against him! Porter mocked the previous challenges, claiming that arm-wrestling was a joke, and that tag team match two weeks ago where Matt Hardy beat him? That was a fluke. MVP said that everybody knew in any given sport, he could beat Matt Hardy, and everybody knew that. He claimed that unluckily for Matt, tonight was not going to be his night because he was up against a true basketball pro. Porter claimed that he hung out with plenty of NBA stars - and that with the knowledge and the experience, Matt Hardy wouldn't know what hit him after tonight! MVP then attempted a three-pointer, and missed causing the Connecticut to laugh at Porter's miss. MVP laughed it off, saying he was just getting warmed up.
Matt Hardy finally made his arrival, the man that beat Montel Vontavious Porter here to prove once again tonight that he could beat the WWE United States Champion in whatever he threw against him. Hardy approached the court as MVP told the fans to cheer Hardy while they could, because he had it on good authority that Hardy was going to blow it tonight worse than the Connecticut Huskies did every time they stepped foot on a basketball court. Hardy had a grin on his face as he told Porter that those were strong words coming from a sore loser like MVP. Hardy told the champ that after he mopped the floor with him tonight, he was still going to let 'the Franchise Playa' call himself the greatest athlete in SmackDown history, out of pity more than anything! MVP told Hardy to back that up, and the two got into a game of one-on-one. But MVP tripped Hardy, stealing the ball and dunking to loud boos from the Connecticut crowd! Porter gloated in the score, as he told Hardy it was okay to be an average athlete - but it sure sucked to be below average. Hardy congratulated Porter, as MVP dribbled the ball. This time however, Matt was able to take it and then bounced the ball off of MVP's head - hitting the lay-up and dunking on MVP! Porter held his head and claimed a foul, but when Hardy asked about MVP tripping him, Porter told Hardy he'd let him have that one. 'The Franchise Playa' claimed this was the decider, and bounced the ball at Hardy. Hardy dribbled, but just when he was on the verge of scoring on Porter again; MVP jumped Hardy from behind! The WWE United States Champion had had enough, as he put the boots to Hardy, then picked the basketball up and scored a successful two-pointer, proclaiming victory! For good measure, MVP booted Hardy in the head and thanked him for a good game before cockily walking away, gloating his "victory" to the fans in Uncasville!
- Batista was stood with 'SmackDown's Number One Announcer' Funaki, who asked 'the Animal' about the condition of the injured Ric Flair, who was left badly hurt after the Great Khali's attack last week. A replay aired, recapping how 'the Punjabi Nightmare' used his deadly Vise Grip to incapacitate 'the Nature Boy', leaving him bloody and unresponsive on the mat. Batista told Funaki that it was a very serious incident, and he wished his great friend the best in his recovery. But after speaking with Flair, it was clear he wouldn't be back for quite a while. Batista said that his focus should be on Edge, saying how he has longed for the moment to place the World Heavyweight Championship back around his waist where it belongs: but tonight, he was looking for revenge. He declared that the Great Khali was a monster, and Ric has warned him, as has many other SmackDown Superstars: but this is for 'Naitch', and tonight the Great Khali will know that he hasn't faced anybody like him before.
MATCH ONE // Kevin Thorn (w/Ariel) def. Shannon Moore in 3:41 after the Crucifix Bomb. In an insert promo during his entrance, Shannon Moore talked about Kevin Thorn being a poser, claiming that he was 'the Prince of Punk' long before Thorn had even ever heard of Hot Topic. Moore flew around the ring in attempts to combat 'the Gothic Prince', all the while 'the Duchess' Ariel watched on from ringside with a vacant expression on her face. Moore was fast, but Thorn disposed of him quickly. Thorn took a microphone after the match, declaring that Friday Night SmackDown was about to get darker, telling "the creatures" that this was his dark, dark world. Chuck Palumbo then interrupted Thorn and Ariel, and the motorcyclist eerily rode down to the ring, and circled the ring, much to the confusion of 'the Gothic Prince'. Thorn gritted his teeth in frustration, as Palumbo held his fist in the air to the cheers of the Connecticut crowd.
- Backstage the Dalton Boys were seen chugging sodas, with Jesse and Festus Dalton competing in a burping contest to see who could be loudest. Festus won by a country mile, as the camera even shook. Jesse said this was a surefire way of training to beat the World's Greatest Tag Team tonight. They were greeted by the WWE Tag Team Champions Paul London and Brian Kendrick, who asked the Dalton Boys if they were ready to teach Charlie Haas and Shelton Benjamin a lesson tonight. Festus said that he didn't appreciate what they did to London and Kendrick last week, or about what they said about him. The thick-necked redneck said he was gonna show the boys a lesson. Jesse concurred, then claimed that after that, maybe that would make the Dalton Boys the World's Greatest Tag Team. Festus grabbed Jesse in a playful headlock, as he said they should get going for a butt-whooping. London and Kendrick were left befuddled by the strange nature of the Dalton Boys.
- SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long was with Kristal backstage, as he was on the phone to somebody he seemed extremely pleased to meet. Long was over the moon as he asked if he could make it: and then silently screeched in overjoyment as he told the person on the phone that he would see them tomorrow. Long was excited, and Kristal was left asking Long who was on the phone. Long told her to brace herself: because he had been in contact with a great buddy of his, and he would be showing up tomorrow night on Saturday Night's Main Event. Kristal prodded Long for more information, and Long revealed it was the former four-time World Heavyweight Champion Evander Holyfield! Kristal was excited, but it was soon interrupted by Montel Vontavious Porter. The WWE United States Champion proclaimed that that was big news, claiming that he and Evander went way back. MVP then asked Teddy why he called him here, saying he was showering after the basketball competition. Long told him that was exactly why he wanted to see him, because he thought he played well - but Matt Hardy had different words for him after that blind-sighting he gave him out there! Long said the games were over, because Matt Hardy was challenging MVP for the WWE United States Championship at SummerSlam: and he was making it official! MVP joked that that was fine, saying he couldn't wait to school Matt Hardy - but this time, he'd do it in the ring.
MATCH TWO // The World's Greatest Tag Team (Shelton Benjamin and Charlie Haas) def. The Dalton Boys (Jesse and Festus Dalton) in 6:21 after the Haas of Pain by Haas on Festus. The rednecks were looking for justice for their friends Paul London and Brian Kendrick, who were jumped by the World's Greatest Tag Team last week after Shelton Benjamin and Charlie Haas had failed to win the WWE Tag Team Championships. Haas and Benjamin had more of a mean streak to them, as they pounded away at Jesse and kept him distanced from Festus. Finally the thick-necked redneck got the tag, and Festus ran wild with his roughneck style against Haas and Benjamin. Festus hit a sidewalk slam and appeared to be looking for a chokeslam, but Haas came from behind chop blocking Festus down! It allowed Haas to capitalize, forcing Festus to submit. But Haas and Benjamin weren't done after the match, as Haas continued to hammer the leg of a screaming Festus. Benjamin retrieved a steel chair while Haas went up to the second rope: and Haas jumped down, stomping on the chair; causing Festus to scream in agony from his leg! Finally Paul London and Brian Kendrick hit the ring, the WWE Tag Team Champions running off the World's Greatest Tag Team! Haas and Benjamin may be fantastic athletes, but they had adopted a mean streak as demonstrated here tonight.
- Finlay was searching the backstage area looking for Hornswoggle, who he finally found hiding under a lighting rig. 'The Fighting Irishman' wanted to know why he wasn't talking to him, saying he hadn't spoken to him in a week, he hadn't heard from him or anything. Finlay tried to ask the sulking leprechaun about what the problem was, trying to guess it out of him. Finally Finlay came to the conclusion it was over him ruining fame for him by coming out last week during Hornswoggle's spot on MizTV. Finlay told Hornswoggle that the Miz was a punk kid with a big mouth, and he was going to shut it for him tonight. Finlay assured Hornswoggle would thank him for it when it was over.
- Chavo Guerrero made his way out to the ring, prompting the crowd to boo 'the Latino Warrior'. Guerrero appeared to have not slept in days, appearing dishevelled and unshaven. Chavo climbed into the ring, not dressed for competition tonight - as he said he's sure that the fans are looking forward to SummerSlam. And he's sure that the fans were all looking forward to seeing the grand return of Rey Mysterio, 'the Master of the 619'. And he's sure they were all just waiting to see Rey Mysterio kick his ass and get him back for putting him out on the shelf all of those months ago. But it wasn't going to happen! Chavo reminded everybody of what he did to Rey Mysterio, that he took him out, and he put him on the shelf and he expected Rey to just sit and stay there. Because when Rey Mysterio comes back, it wasn't going to be the heroic reprisal everybody was hoping for. That was fantasy. It was going to be Chavo Guerrero, taking Rey Mysterio's knee and wrecking it once again - but the difference this time would be that Rey would not come back ever again. He presented the bloodied mask of Rey Mysterio that he placed on the head of Nunzio two weeks ago, reminding everybody that this was the souvenir he took when he left Rey for dead - and it would be the same result at SummerSlam.
Chavo then wanted to introduce his accomplice that night, and the lady that means more than life to him. He said that this woman was the partner in crime of his late great uncle, Eddie Guerrero. And now, she is his partner in crime, Vickie Guerrero! Out came the reluctant Assistant General Manager, who did not seem to know what was going on. She climbed into the ring and Chavo continued to talk about how much Vickie meant to him. He called her "la familia", and that she was the woman by his side when he took Rey out of the WWE. And she was going to be there when he does it again at SummerSlam. Vickie stopped Chavo at that point, telling him that she was going to be there for him, but he needed to look out for himself too. Vickie said that Chavo needed to listen to himself - he sounded crazed, he'd became obsessed with Rey Mysterio. Chavo told Vickie that wasn't true, that he simply knew he could beat Rey Mysterio, and that he could beat Rey Mysterio. Chavo told Vickie that he knew he could do it, and he would do it at SummerSlam. All of a sudden, Chavo noticed the cameraman in the ring up close on him. 'The Latino Warrior' did not take kindly to him, asking the cameraman if he thought he could beat Rey. Chavo slapped the baseball cap from the cameraman's head, then decked the cameraman! Vickie shouted at Chavo to stop, as he started pounding away at the defenceless operator! Guerrero had lost it, as he placed the souvenir mask of Rey Mysterio and continued to pound on the cameraman until Vickie finally broke it up, screaming at Chavo that he'd lost it! Vickie abandoned her nephew distraught, leaving Chavo alone on his knees in the ring, saying that he would beat Rey Mysterio over and over again.
- The WWE Cruiserweight Champion The Hurricane was backstage with Anastasia Rose, who wanted to know what the superhero had in store for the Cruiserweight division on SmackDown. Hurricane told "citizen" Anastasia that as she knew full well, the Hurricane was back on Friday Night SmackDown and had saved the WWE Cruiserweight Champion. Unfortunately, Jamie Noble interrupted 'the Caped Crusader'. Hurricane asked Jamie what he could do for him, but Noble was in no mood. Noble complained about being held back, and now was his chance and he was going to take it: he wanted a shot at the Hurricane's title! Hurricane called Noble a former nemesis of his, and much like the old days, Jamie Noble would be going down for the Hurri-count of one, two, three. Hurricane flew away, leaving Noble baffled as to where he went.
MATCH THREE // Carlito and The Miz (w/Brie and Nikki) def. Finlay and Jimmy Wang Yang in 11:45 after the Mizard of Oz by Miz on Yang. 'The Chick Magnet' had certainly drawn the ire of 'the Fighting Irishman' in recent weeks, Miz seemingly driving a wrench between Finlay and his good friend Hornswoggle. As for Carlito, the Caribbean was hoping to get back onto his winning ways after coming up short last week against Batista. Carlito and Miz worked as a cohesive unit, working to keep 'the Asian Cowboy' away from Finlay, much to the chagrin of 'the Fighting Irishman'. Soon a tag was made and Finlay ran wild, but soon found himself victim to a distraction from Miz, allowing Carlito to take advantage. Late in the match Hornswoggle came from under the ring and decided to go after Carlito, biting his leg as the Caribbean native was stood on the apron! Finlay knocked into Hornswoggle when bouncing off the ropes and this distracted Finlay, who left to check on him before engaging in a brawl with Carlito. Inside, Miz was able to take the win, pinning Wang Yang! Miz celebrated his win with the Twins, while Hornswoggle walked away from Finlay in a huff, mad at 'the Fighting Irishman' for colliding with him in this match.
- Backstage Maryse was seen at the water cooler hydrating, when she was confronted by Michelle McCool and Ashley. 'The French Beauty' seemed happy to see her fellow Divas, but McCool and Ashley were not as pleased, telling Maryse that they had problems with how Maryse was wrestling matches. Naive, Maryse claimed innocence when Michelle and Ashley referred to Maryse using cheap tactics to win. Maryse asked if this was about her beating them, because she claimed she must just be better than the two Divas. She claimed she had a match with Trinity to get ready for, leaving. Ashley and Michelle looked confused at Maryse's obnoxious response to them, the newcomer not making many friends thus far in her career.
- Festus Dalton was in a bad way in the backstage area, clutching his ankle in pain after the savage attack from the World's Greatest Tag Team earlier tonight. Jesse Dalton was by his side, assuring Festus that he would be alright, as a trainer checked on the thick-necked redneck's ankle. The WWE Tag Team Champions Paul London and Brian Kendrick arrived to check on Festus, who assured the boys he would walk it off - then collapsing to the floor after a gross crunching noise was heard. London and Kendrick said that Charlie Haas and Shelton Benjamin had crossed the line now, looking to get even with their previous challengers.
MATCH FOUR // WWE Cruiserweight Championship: The Hurricane (c) def. Jamie Noble in 5:09 after the inside cradle. The old nemesis of the Hurricane was not to be toyed with, as it was Noble who ended the reign of the Hurricane as WWE Cruiserweight Champion back at the 2002 King of the Ring - but that was five years ago, and Hurricane appeared to have more experience going for him against the scrappy veteran of the division. Noble worked over Hurricane's back and looked to keep him restrained and down, but Hurricane was able to catch Noble off-guard, reversing a powerbomb into the inside cradle, retaining the title! Noble was beside himself at the loss.
- Funaki was backstage standing by with the Great Khali, whose size intimidated 'SmackDown's Number One Announcer'. Runjin Singh ordered Funaki to convey all questions to him, the interpreter for 'the Punjabi Nightmare'. Funaki was nervous to ask about Ric Flair, and Khali simply uttered words in Punjab. Singh answered, saying that what the Great Khali did to 'the Nature Boy' last week spoke for itself. Singh claimed that Khali was a legend to the people of India for it, and he holds no remorse for what happened to Flair, comparing him to an old dog. Funaki asked Singh about Batista, his opponent tonight; and Khali started barking in his native tongue. Singh translated for Khali, stating that 'the Animal' was doing something admirable, but impossible, and that is exacting revenge against 'the Punjabi Giant'. Runjin said that Batista may be the next challenger to the World Heavyweight Championship, but tonight? Batista was dog meat, and that the Great Khali would make Batista another victim to the lethal Vise Grip.
- Backstage Hornswoggle was seen slumped in a chair, the leprechaun continuing to sulk after colliding with his friend Finlay earlier tonight. The Miz approached the leprechaun, asking Hornswoggle how he was doing. 'The Chick Magnet' told Hornswoggle that he had every right to be mad at Finlay, after all, Finlay was a guy that was taking advantage of him. He called Hornswoggle smart, and that 'the Fighting Irishman' was abusing his services. Miz told Hornswoggle that he saw potential in him, and told Hornswoggle to consider a change in the near future. A smug look on Miz's face, as he continued to drive the wrench between Hornswoggle and Finlay!
MATCH FIVE // Maryse def. Trinity (w/Victoria) in 3:20 after a roll-up with her feet on the ropes. 'The French Beauty' had not made many friends since her in-ring debut several weeks ago, as Maryse repeatedly resorted to cheap tactics to ensure victory, be it with use of the ropes for leverage or using the tights. In an insert promo Trinity and Victoria discussed their distaste for Maryse, complaining about how Maryse cheated to beat Trinity last week on SmackDown. Trinity dominated this match, and gloated to Victoria, who played cheerleader for her ally. But Maryse stole another win, resulting in Victoria jumping Maryse after the match! Ashley and Michelle McCool were seen watching backstage, but they weren't about to save Maryse from the beating, as Victoria dropped Maryse with the Widow's Peak! Maryse was getting what was coming to her after her cheap winning ways in recent weeks.
- Anastasia Rose was backstage with Matt Hardy, wanting to get a word with the man that will now face Montel Vontavious Porter for the WWE United States Championship at SummerSlam. Hardy told Anastasia that MVP was clearly a sore loser, but they already knew that. Hardy pondered why Porter had such an obsession with winning everything and bragging about it - but then again, the most passionate athletes always do. Matt told Anastasia that he had accomplished one thing, despite getting his ass kicked tonight: and that was that he was a better athlete than MVP, and he didn't need push-ups, arm-wrestling or basketball to prove it. Because at SummerSlam, he was going to prove he was better than MVP, when he takes his WWE United States Championship!
MATCH SIX // Batista vs The Great Khali (w/Runjin Singh) ended in a no contest in 6:53 after Edge attacked Batista. The World Heavyweight Champion Edge - who had been laying low all night conspicuously - joined commentary for this match, proclaiming that if there was ever a self-destructive WWE Superstar, it was Batista. He called him dumb for picking a fight with 'the Punjabi Nightmare' two weeks before an opportunity to lose to Edge at SummerSlam. Batista was in this for revenge for his fallen friend Ric Flair, who the Great Khali dismantled last week with the deadly Vise Grip. 'The Animal' fought with everything he had, and it took a lot but he was able to knock Khali off his feet with three clotheslines. But Khali still used his size, and soon locked in the Vise Grip. Batista struggled and faded, but he would not quit; finally breaking free and delivering a spear to 'the Punjabi Giant' sending him to the floor! Batista went outside, and got into a war of words with 'the Rated R Superstar' before going back to targeting Khali. Khali shoved Batista into Edge at the announce table, which came back to haunt Batista, as back in the ring later, Batista finally hit a big spinebuster on 'the Punjabi Giant' - when Edge hit the ring, slamming a steel chair into the spine of Batista! 'The Ultimate Opportunist' was picking his time to strike wisely, as he delivered two more brutal chair shots to the spine of 'the Animal'. He then grabbed a second chair and looked to set up the infamous One-Man Conchairto, but Batista came back to life and attempted a Batista Bomb - but Edge jumped free and bailed from the ring. Batista had Edge's number despite the champ's best efforts: and he was coming for the World Heavyweight Championship come SummerSlam!
OTHER NOTES:
- It was revealed by Michael Cole and John Bradshaw Layfield that Ric Flair was recovering well after the Vise Grip from the Great Khali last week, but he was left shaken up and badly bruised, revealing that 'the Nature Boy' would be taking a sabbatical from in-ring competition.
- A vignette aired, promoting the return of 'the Master of the 619' Rey Mysterio, who returns at SummerSlam.
- Highlights aired of the Great Khali's recent reign of terror, destroying Kane at the Great American Bash, and last week laying waste to Ric Flair.
- The WWE 'Smack of the Week' aired, reviewing Paul London and Brian Kendrick beating the World's Greatest Tag Team to retain the WWE Tag Team Championship, and the two teams shaking hands until Shelton Benjamin and Charlie Haas attacked the champions last week.
- It was announced that the WWE United States Champion Montel Vontavious Porter would introduce Evander Holyfield tomorrow night at Saturday Night's Main Event.
- It was announced that Chuck Palumbo would make his in-ring SmackDown debut next week.
- An advertisement aired, promoting the return of WWE Saturday Night's Main Event, taking place tomorrow night on NBC.
- An advertisement aired, promoting WWE SummerSlam, live on pay-per-view on Sunday, August 26.
DARK MATCH: Deuce ‘n’ Domino def. Johnny Jeter and Nick Nemeth DARK MATCH: Drew McIntyre def. Dave Taylor
WWE SummerSlam - August 26, 2007 - East Rutherford, NJ - Airlines Arena
9 DAYS AWAY!
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Post by DTP. on Feb 22, 2019 17:00:13 GMT -5
RAW - August 17, 2007 - Evansville, Indiana - Roberts Municipal Auditorium:
- Hardcore Holly def. Harry Smith - La Résistance def. The Highlanders - William Regal def. Johnny Jeter - Snitsky def. Sandman in an Extreme Rules match - Santino Marella def. Chris Masters - Beth Phoenix and Jillian Hall def. Candice Michelle and Mickie James - Bobby Lashley (c) def. Umaga to retain the WWE Intercontinental Championship - Lance Cade and Trevor Murdoch (c) def. Cryme Tyme to retain the World Tag Team Championship - John Cena, Jeff Hardy and Mark Henry def. Randy Orton, King Booker and Mr Kennedy
RAW/SmackDown - August 18, 2007 - Venice Beach, California - Venice Beach - Cody Rhodes def. Kenny Dykstra - Super Crazy def. Jamie Noble - Chavo Guerrero def. Jimmy Wang Yang
RAW - August 18, 2007 - Bowling Green, Kentucky - EA Diddle Arena- Hardcore Holly and The Highlanders def. La Résistance and Harry Smith - William Regal def. Johnny Jeter - Snitsky def. Sandman in an Extreme Rules match - Lance Cade and Trevor Murdoch (c) def. Cryme Tyme to retain the World Tag Team Championship - Santino Marella def. Chris Masters - Beth Phoenix and Jillian Hall def. Candice Michelle and Mickie James - Jeff Hardy and Mark Henry def. Mr Kennedy and King Booker - Bobby Lashley (c) def. Umaga to retain the WWE Intercontinental Championship - John Cena (c) def. Randy Orton to retain the WWE Championship SmackDown/ECW - August 18, 2007 - Albany, Georgia - Albany Civic Center:- The Major Brothers def. Deuce 'n' Domino - Brooke def. Kristal, Layla, Kelly Kelly, Victoria, Maryse, Ashley & Michelle McCool in a bikini contest - Big Daddy V def. Super Crazy - Tommy Dreamer and Stevie Richards def. Elijah Burke and John Morrison def. - Montel Vontavious Porter (c) def. Matt Hardy to retain the WWE United States Championship - Finlay def. The Miz by count-out - Paul Burchill def. Shannon Moore - The Hurricane, Paul London and Brian Kendrick def. The World's Greatest Tag Team and Paul Burchill - Marcus Cor Von (c) def. CM Punk to retain the ECW World Championship - Chuck Palumbo def. Kevin Thorn - Edge (c) def. Batista & The Great Khali to retain the World Heavyweight Championship
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Post by DTP. on Feb 22, 2019 19:15:33 GMT -5
August 18, 2007 - New York City, New York - Madison Square Garden (16,800) RAW, SmackDown & ECW Presentation "Boom" by P.O.D. Broadcast on NBC (2.1)
CARD RESULTS:
- The return of Saturday Night's Main Event kicked things off with Extreme Exposé in a darkened ring, as our hosts Kelly Kelly, Layla and Brooke welcomed us to the show. They then performed a stimulating dance routine in the ring involving steel chairs, including ripping their shirts off to the Madison Square Garden's delight.
MATCH ONE // WWE Championship: Jeff Hardy def. John Cena (c) by disqualification in 7:07; Cena retains the WWE Championship. This was 'the Charismatic Enigma's big moment, cashing in his Money in the Bank briefcase that he won in an eight-man ladder match back at WrestleMania 23. Hardy had suggested cashing in on Cena last Monday night on RAW, but Cena was able to put Hardy down with an F-U before he had the chance following a victorious effort in a tag team main event. Cena was booed heavily by the New York crowd, who desperately wanted the plucky underdog Jeff Hardy to finally reach the top of the mountain; and he came close as Cena was in trouble in this match, barely managing to kick out of a Twist of Fate. Hardy even managed to reach the ropes in the STFU. Hardy managed to reverse the F-U into a tornado DDT, and Hardy went up to the top for the Swanton Bomb - but Randy Orton knocked Hardy off! The man that will face the WWE Champion at SummerSlam had ruined Hardy's biggest opportunity of his career, as Orton put the boots to Hardy mid-ring! Orton looked to Punt kick Jeff Hardy, but John Cena slowly crawled into the way. As a result, Orton delivered a big RKO to the WWE Champion, then dropped Hardy with another RKO for good measure! Orton shouted that this was his SummerSlam main event - having ruined this WWE Championship bout tonight.
- Rebecca was standing by with the New Breed and John Morrison ahead of tonight's tag team match against CM Punk and Tommy Dreamer. She asked 'the Shaman of Sexy' for comment, and John simply declared that he was a part of the elite tonight, because he was teaming up with the ECW World Champion that he knew would send that walking germ of a greaseball CM Punk packing come SummerSlam, and he was going to make sure Tommy Dreamer knew that there was no beating 'the Guru of Greatness' by pinning him in the ring. Elijah Burke followed up, saying that Saturday was the night, and they were main event. What a better preview for SummerSlam? 'The Alpha Male' Marcus Cor Von chimed in, talking about how they were a winning team just looking at them, asking Rebecca what she saw when she looked at the three of them. Cor Von said that this was what the Era of the New Breed looked like, and tonight, CM Punk would find out if he hadn't before, that he was a little boy in a man's world, period!
- The hosts of Saturday Night's Main Event Extreme Exposé were dancing in the ring once again, when Shane McMahon made his way out to the arena. The WWE Chairman made his way out to the ring to a mixed reaction from the Madison Square Garden crowd; Shane O'Mac seemingly in a pleasant mood en route to the ring, where Kelly Kelly, Layla and Brooke greeted him with kisses on the cheek. Shane declared that they were live from New York, it was Saturday night - then commented that he had always wanted to say that. Shane talked about how this was a landmark night for the WWE, because this was the first edition of the historic Saturday Night's Main Event under Shane McMahon's authority. He said that there was nothing better than being here tonight, but he had some business to take care of. He commented on the thwarted WWE Championship match and how what happened was not what he had anticipated, and he knew the fans hated it, didn't they? They booed, and Shane announced that due to Randy Orton costing Jeff Hardy his Money in the Bank cash-in opportunity, he was going to go ahead and make it official: the WWE Championship match at SummerSlam was now a triple threat match, with Jeff Hardy added to face John Cena! The fans roared, when Shane told the people that he knew they loved it, and he loved them back.
Glass shattered suddenly. And Madison Square Garden came to their feet, as Stone Cold Steve Austin stomped down to the ring! 'The Texas Rattlesnake' was making his return to the WWE, his first appearance since the Battle of the Billionaires match back at WrestleMania 23! Austin saluted the crowd, and Shane looked starstruck by the arrival of the star of 'the Condemned'. Austin's name was chanted, as Stone Cold commented that he just happened to be in New York City, and he happened to notice that Saturday Night's Main Event was going on tonight. The fans chanted "What?" with every word out of Austin's mouth, as Stone Cold told the story of how he saw the line-up, and he didn't see his name. Where was Stone Cold's invitation? Shane tried to answer by saying how Stone Cold was a busy man, he didn't think he would come, but Austin told Shane to shut up, he was a jackass. Shane was patient, and apologized to Stone Cold, telling him that he was always welcome to a WWE show. Austin told Shane that that was all fine and dandy, but he did what he wanted, and that's why he's here in New York City tonight! The fans erupted again, and Shane decided to try a new approach.
He confessed that Austin and the McMahons had an infamous rivalry, he knew that - everybody knew that. But Shane wanted to turn a new leaf with Austin, for the sake of the future. Shane said that a lot had changed this past couple of months: his father perished in a terrible limousine explosion, and he was the new Chairman, and what Shane wanted more than anything was to start anew with 'the Texas Rattlesnake'. Austin asked Shane again what he wanted, repeating each line with the fans chanting "What?" in between. It seemed that Austin was down to start fresh with the WWE Chairman, and Shane looked for a handshake with Austin - but Stone Cold told him he wasn't shaking that, telling Shane that they were going to do things the Stone Cold way, by toasting with a beer. Austin asked and caught some beers from timekeeper Mark Yeaton, who Austin gave a shout-out: Austin asking the people of New York if they wanted to see him bury the hatchet with Shane McMahon, receiving a mixed reaction. Austin and McMahon cracked their beers, as Austin raised it up and said "to starting fresh". Shane complied, and the two clashed cans and started drinking - before Austin delivered the Stunner to the Chairman! McMahon went down, and Austin told Shane that the McMahons never learn! Austin received a huge ovation, being passed two more beers and cracking them open, saluting the fans on the top rope - Shane McMahon left down and out and covered in the beer on the canvas. A leopard never changes his spots, and Stone Cold will never stop drinking beer!
- Todd Grisham was backstage with Randy Orton, wanting to get 'the Legend Killer's thoughts on the addition of Jeff Hardy to his WWE Championship match with John Cena at SummerSlam, effectively making it a triple threat match. Orton seemed livid, as he told Todd that 'the Charismatic Enigma' did not belong anywhere near him. He complained that just because Jeff Hardy won Money in the Bank, he thinks he deserves to be in this match? Orton reiterated that this was his time, that the Age of Orton was inevitable. But at the end of the day it didn't matter to him, because he was going to make Hardy suffer and regret every decision of his entire, stupid career. Orton said that John Cena can kiss his WWE Championship reign goodbye, and Jeff Hardy can kiss his hopes and dreams goodbye, because there would be one man that would be walking out of SummerSlam, and that was him. And he didn't care who he had to Punt in the head to get there.
MATCH TWO // World Heavyweight Champion Edge def. Shannon Moore in 3:06 after the Spear. 'The Rated R Superstar' had SummerSlam on his mind, where in eight days time he had to defend his World Heavyweight Championship against 'the Animal' Batista. Edge had unique competition tonight in 'the Prince of Punk' Shannon Moore, but despite Moore's attempts to score a major upset, Edge put Moore down for the win. Edge wasn't finished yet though, introducing two steel chairs to the ring and taking a microphone. 'The Ultimate Opportunist' dedicated this assault to 'the Animal' Batista's neutered old buddy Ric Flair, who he knew was watching from a hospital bed somewhere. Edge was getting Moore prepared for a One-Man Conchairto, but Batista ran down to the ring! 'The Animal' didn't want to wait until SummerSlam, bringing the fight to Edge, who managed to low blow and narrowly escape Batista to the rampway! Batista was furious in recovery, while Edge was successfully getting inside the head of 'the Animal'.
- Rebecca was standing by with CM Punk and Tommy Dreamer backstage ahead of the tag team match against Marcus Cor Von and John Morrison later tonight. 'The Innovator of Violence' commented that it had been too long since he was last in New York City. He talked about how he used to remember this city for the blood, the sweat, and the tears that he shed in the Manhattan Center down the street, or the Hammerstein Ballroom - but tonight he was in Madison Square Garden, and he was here to do the exact same thing all over again. Anything to get his hands on John Morrison. Fired up, 'the Straight Edge Superstar' declared that New York reminded him of home in Chicago, and that he was going to take that energy and use it wisely, because tonight he had a good feeling. Punk said that in eight days he would take 'the Alpha Male' Marcus Cor Von's ECW World Championship, and Dreamer would be getting his hands on that annoying John Morrison in Extreme Rules this Tuesday night: but tonight they were going to get a head start, and they had a little help with them in case Elijah Burke got involved. Sandman entered wielding his Singapore cane - Sandman and Dreamer hugging it out in a reunion of the ECW Originals! The trio left, ready to go later tonight.
- The WWE United States Champion Montel Vontavious Porter was in the ring as we returned to Madison Square Garden, 'the Franchise Playa' talking about how proud he was to have this honor, because tonight was going to be the first time ever that a boxing heavyweight champion of this magnitude stepped foot in a WWE ring - and no, he wasn't talking about Mike Tyson or George Foreman. MVP bragged about this honor, how he's been a huge fan of the man for years - but Matt Hardy suddenly interrupted! Hardy received a big ovation, Matt making his way down to the ring to take Porter's moment from him. MVP asked Matt what he was doing out here, to which Matt said he was here to introduce Evander Holyfield. The two men argued about introducing Evander Holyfield, which greatly amused Hardy. 'The Franchise Playa' was irritated with Hardy, as he told Matt he couldn't do it as good as he could. Hardy argued he could, then suggested they make a contest out of it. MVP bigged the professional boxing veteran up, but Matt simply joked that Sultan Ibragimov had a better shot at beating Holyfield than Hardy did at obtaining an announcing gig. Porter demanded Hardy take a turn for himself, but Matt had one better: instead introducing a man that could get the job done: his good friend Michael Buffer!
Buffer stood on the rampway and did his grandiose introduction for Evander Holyfield who made his way out to the ring to a big ovation from the MSG crowd! It was noted that Holyfield fought his first professional fight in this building in 1986, starting a boxing record that grew to 42-8-2. Holyfield looked glad to be there, as MVP cut Matt off and told Holyfield what an honor it was to be standing here with him. Porter seemed to try and position himself with Evander, suggesting that there was an odd man in the ring, somebody that didn't even touch the amount of talent that the two of those shared. Hardy agreed, telling Evander that MVP couldn't throw a punch to save his life. Porter continued to imply that Matt Hardy wasn't as good an athlete as him, bragging about being the WWE United States Champion, and how Holyfield was a former four-time World Heavyweight Champion. MVP proclaimed that Hardy couldn't even win one World Heavyweight Champion! Hardy casually remarked that Porter couldn't either.
Hardy turned the game against Porter, asking Evander if he thought MVP had a big mouth but no game, and Holyfield agreed with him! Porter said that wasn't true, that he wouldn't be holding this title if he couldn't back it up. Hardy continued to push the needle, as Holyfield agreed that MVP acts tough, but he isn't tough - so Hardy said. MVP, ever hotheaded, got in Hardy and Holyfield's faces - when Porter finally pushed Evander. Holyfield laughed it off, and MVP pushed Holyfield again: and Evander knocked MVP out with one straight punch to the jaw! Matt Hardy raised Holyfield's hand in victory, having shown up 'the Franchise Playa' to one of the boxing greats, and the man that will challenge Sultan Ibragimov in a quest to become World Heavyweight Champion one more time on October 13 in Moscow, Russia!
- Backstage Extreme Exposé were hosting a party for the WWE Superstars; guests including the Highlanders, Cryme Tyme (with the World Tag Team Championships), Cody Rhodes, the Major Brothers, Hardcore Holly, Jimmy Wang Yang, Nunzio and Funaki among others. and Kelly Kelly, Layla and Brooke were at the forefront of it, asking the Superstars if they were having a good time. They responded with a loud, resounding yes before everybody started dancing. Suddenly the Fabulous Moolah and Mae Young arrived - Mae wanting to start dancing too, and she removed her blouse and swung it around over her head! The WWE Superstars were grossed out, but Extreme Exposé danced with Moolah and Mae - until Ron Simmons arrived with a paper plate of party food. His jaw dropped, and the food dropped from the plate. After moments of silence from the room, Simmons let out a loud "DAMN!" before joining in with the fun!
MATCH THREE // CM Punk and Tommy Dreamer (w/Sandman) def. ECW World Champion Marcus Cor Von and John Morrison (w/Elijah Burke) in 5:27 after the Go To Sleep by Punk on Cor Von. It was a special reunion for the ECW Originals, as RAW Superstar Sandman reunited with Tommy Dreamer to keep a close eye on Elijah Burke at ringside. Meanwhile, this was a preview of what is to come, with Tommy Dreamer and John Morrison's date with destiny set for Tuesday on ECW on Sci-Fi in an Extreme Rules match, and CM Punk challenging Marcus Cor Von for the ECW World Championship at SummerSlam. Cor Von and Morrison were in control, taking Dreamer to work during the match, but after Burke distracted the referee from spotting a tag being made to Punk, Sandman interjected himself, chasing 'the Elijah Experience' around ringside with his Singapore cane. Punk finally got the tag, and after another distraction from Morrison this time, Cor Von hit the Pounce on Punk! He covered him, but Dreamer tackled Morrison and this distracted the referee; allowing Sandman to slip in and nail Cor Von with the Singapore cane - allowing Punk to pin the ECW World Champion! Punk, Dreamer and Sandman celebrated: and was this a sign of things to come this coming week for the ECW Superstars?
OTHER NOTES:
- Jim Ross, Michael Cole and Jerry Lawler called the action.
- A video package aired, recapping the intense rivalry in recent weeks between Triple H and Umaga, who will settle the score at SummerSlam.
- At the end of the show, a video package aired reviewing the night's events set to the sound of "Boom" by P.O.D.
- The announce team ran down the card announced thus far for SummerSlam next Sunday. - An advertisement aired, promoting WWE SummerSlam, live on pay-per-view on Sunday, August 26.
WWE SummerSlam - August 26, 2007 - East Rutherford, NJ - Airlines Arena
8 DAYS AWAY!
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Post by DTP. on Feb 24, 2019 15:51:15 GMT -5
RAW - August 19, 2007 - Chattanooga, Tennessee - McKenzie Arena:- Hardcore Holly and The Highlanders def. La Résistance and Harry Smith - William Regal def. Johnny Jeter - Snitsky def. Sandman in an Extreme Rules match - Lance Cade and Trevor Murdoch (c) def. Cryme Tyme to retain the World Tag Team Championship - Santino Marella def. Chris Masters - Beth Phoenix and Jillian Hall def. Candice Michelle and Mickie James - Jeff Hardy and Mark Henry def. Mr Kennedy and King Booker - Bobby Lashley (c) def. Umaga to retain the WWE Intercontinental Championship - John Cena (c) def. Randy Orton to retain the WWE Championship
SmackDown/ECW - August 19, 2007 - Macon, Georgia - Macon Centreplex: - The Major Brothers def. Deuce 'n' Domino - Brooke def. Kristal, Layla, Kelly Kelly, Victoria, Maryse, Ashley & Michelle McCool in a bikini contest - Big Daddy V def. Funaki - Tommy Dreamer and Stevie Richards def. Elijah Burke and John Morrison - Montel Vontavious Porter (c) def. Matt Hardy to retain the WWE United States Championship - Finlay def. The Miz by count-out - Paul Burchill def. Shannon Moore - The Hurricane, Paul London and Brian Kendrick def. The World's Greatest Tag Team and Paul Burchill - Marcus Cor Von (c) def. CM Punk to retain the ECW World Championship - Chuck Palumbo def. Kevin Thorn - Edge (c) def. Batista & The Great Khali to retain the World Heavyweight Championship
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Post by DTP. on Feb 25, 2019 14:29:33 GMT -5
August 20, 2007 - Fayetteville, North Carolina - Crown Coliseum (8,500) "...To Be Loved" by Papa Roach Live on the USA Network (3.8)
SHOW REPORT:
- Randy Orton kicked off Monday Night RAW, 'the Legend Killer' making his arrival to the Crown Coliseum in Fayetteville following an eventful weekend that included sabotaging Jeff Hardy cashing in Money in the Bank against John Cena for the WWE Championship on Saturday Night's Main Event. Orton was booed loudly, as he talked about how he knew everybody had their questions as to why he did what he did this past weekend. Orton reminded everybody that several weeks ago, he beat three RAW Superstars to earn the opportunity to go on to SummerSlam, and challenge John Cena for the WWE Championship. And he thinks that John Cena needed a reality check, because he truly doesn't know what he is in for this Sunday night. Randy said that he knew Cena was scared, because of how he threw himself into the match with Jeff Hardy at Saturday Night's Main Event. And because of Cena's cowardice, Jeff Hardy had been added to his match. But it wouldn't make a difference! Orton complained that 'the Charismatic Enigma' was a boy in a man's world, and that this Sunday at SummerSlam, it didn't matter whether Jeff Hardy got in his way, or John Cena tried to overcome the odds - there would be only one man that would spam with the WWE Championship: and that man would be 'the Legend Killer' Randy Orton!
Jeff Hardy interrupted and rightfully so, the previous Mr Money in the Bank with a hot temper following 'the Charismatic Enigma's shot at the WWE Championship being ruined by Orton. Orton told Hardy that he expected him to come out here, but Jeff demanded Orton shut his mouth! Hardy entered the ring causing Orton to bail to ringside; Hardy receiving a loud ovation in his home state, just miles up the road from his home in Cameron. Jeff told Randy Orton that he tried to take something from him at Saturday Night's Main Event, and it wasn't just his WWE Championship - it was his career. Hardy talked about Orton's new sadistic nature, and how he thought that gave him the right to walk around like the toughest guy in the locker room: but while Jeff Hardy might not have Randy Orton's mean streak, Jeff Hardy had heart, and like it or not he was going to walk into SummerSlam, beat Orton and beat John Cena, and finally be crowned the WWE Champion! Orton snickered as he told Jeff he was just like John Cena: he wasn't living in the reality world. But if Hardy wanted to fight about it, he would happily beat Hardy's ass tonight, and make sure he didn't even make it to SummerSlam! Hardy had a short fuse, telling Orton he was on! Orton left, and you could see the determination in Hardy's eyes, ahead of the triple threat match this Sunday.
- The WWE Champion John Cena was seen watching the war of words between his SummerSlam opponents, Cena adjusting his hat and remarking that Jeff Hardy and Randy Orton sure had a score to settle. Cena said he was going to get an up-close look. Shane McMahon suddenly crossed Cena's path, the WWE Chairman coldly greeting the champ. Cena asked Shane how he was doing, if he had a hangover after receiving a Stunner from Stone Cold Steve Austin at Saturday Night's Main Event. Shane told Cena that that was pretty funny - almost as funny as when John's eleven month reign as WWE Champion came to a crashing halt on Sunday. Shane told John that he didn't mind if Jeff Hardy or Randy Orton walked out victorious: he could rest easily knowing that the murderous John Cena that killed his father, was on his way out of the WWE. But before leaving, Shane told John that he might have his hands too full to watch Jeff Hardy and Randy Orton compete - because he would be facing La Résistance in a handicap match: next! Cena smirked, telling Shane that Aspirin was good for headaches.
MATCH ONE // Handicap match: WWE Champion John Cena def. La Résistance (Sylvan Grenier and Robert Conway) in 4:32 after the STFU by Cena on Grenier. Shane McMahon was still trying to back the WWE Champion against the wall, as six days away from his triple threat title defense against Jeff Hardy and Randy Orton, he was faced with the two French-Canadians, Sylvan Grenier and Robert Conway swaggering to the ring with the Quebec flag waving high. Cena was all business and managed to hold his own against them, but the numbers game factored in, allowing Conway and Grenier to team up and beat Cena down. But it would take a lot to keep the WWE Champion down, as he fought back and sent a charging Conway over the top rope, then tripped Grenier and forced him into submission! After the match Cena went out to a fan in the front row, taking his United States flag and waving it high - Cena was undeterred going into SummerSlam!
- Mark Henry was backstage, 'the World's Strongest Man' getting ready for action when he was joined by Cody Rhodes and Hardcore Holly. Cody shook Mark's hand in respect, asking him how he was. Holly asked Mark how he was doing. Holly explained that Cody had a match tonight with Snitsky, somebody that 'the World's Strongest Man' was familiar with after last week, and he was looking for a little advice. Rhodes said that he knew how dangerous Snitsky was, commenting how he saw what happened to him. Mark commented that Snitsky was a madman that needed putting in his place. Henry wished Cody luck tonight, but said it would take a lot to take that foul-breathed freak down.
- In the backstage area a streak of backstage assistants and personnel were seen laid out, and in following them it led us to Umaga, who was forcing the head of a stagehand into a brick wall. 'The Samoan Bulldozer' was back at it again, shouting Triple H's name over and over again! After the underhanded assault backstage last week, 'the Samoan Savage' was still out for more of 'the Game' ahead of SummerSlam!
MATCH TWO // Melina def. Maria (w/Santino Marella) in 2:15 after the Primal Scream. This match was made following last week when 'the Paparazzi Princess' ruined Maria and Santino Marella's big day out in New York City, Melina attacking Maria in the bathroom of a coffee shop. Melina was bitter about Maria having knocked off a victory against her several weeks ago, and 'the Italian Stallion' was playing cheerleader for his girlfriend. Maria fared well, but during the match Melina left the ring and approached Santino, flirting with him. This threw Maria off, who missed a baseball slide and this allowed Melina to take the win. Following the match Santino checked on his fallen girlfriend, when Melina jumped into the splits on the canvas in front of him, drawing the attention of the Italian! Melina had eyes for Santino, and it appeared jealousy was another factor in Melina's disdain for Maria.
- A video package aired, reviewing Randy Orton's path of destruction in recent months. 'The Legend Killer' had turned a new leaf in his obsession to ring in "the Age of Orton". With a lethal new Punt kick added to his repertoire, Orton had sidelined Mick Foley, Dusty Rhodes, and struck John Cena and Mark Henry headed into SummerSlam. Orton's comments about taking the WWE Championship echoed - and that could indeed be the outcome following this Sunday night.
- Back live, Chris Masters was seen in the ring with a steel chair set up. 'The Masterpiece' had a microphone, as he welcomed everybody to another instalment of the unbeatable, unstoppable Masterlock Challenge. Masters asked the fans hypothetically who could possibly break the Masterlock - after all, not only was he beautiful, was he sexy, but he was the man with the greatest physique on Monday Night RAW: especially better than that gloryhog, Bobby Lashley. Masters then talked about the man that was going to take the Masterlock Challenge tonight, the man that he is ashamed to admit returned to RAW last week, and teamed with the WWE Intercontinental Champion: welcoming out Jim Duggan! 'Hacksaw' stomped out to the Crown Coliseum to a pleasant response, the WWE Legend brandishing his trusty 2x4 en route to the ring. Masters welcomed the "old-timer" to the Masterlock Challenge, but Duggan cut 'the Masterpiece' off, telling him that he talked too much, "tough guy"! Duggan wanted to get this under way, and took a seat in the chair. Masters did as 'Hacksaw' wished, grasping the Masterlock - and Masters got it locked in! Duggan had Fayetteville behind him, chanting his name, but Masters took Duggan out in the Masterlock! But Masters wasn't about to release the hold, trapping a lifeless WWE Legend in the Masterlock, when finally Bobby Lashley hit the ring, the WWE Intercontinental Champion having seen enough! Lashley brought the fight to Masters, but when he got ready to Spear 'the Masterpiece', Masters wisely bailed. Masters was provoking Lashley, still bitter about Lashley breaking the Masterlock all those months ago. And Masters was smiling about it, whilst 'the Unstoppable' Bobby Lashley attended to Duggan.
MATCH THREE // Snitsky def. Cody Rhodes (w/Hardcore Holly) in 3:51 after the big boot. Snitsky was a one-man wrecking crew, and he proved it last week on RAW when he assaulted 'the World's Strongest Man' Mark Henry with the use of a steel chair. This was going to be tough for the rookie second-generation Superstar; the son of 'the American Dream' Dusty Rhodes trying to outrun Snitsky while he could - and Cody was almost able to knock off a victory against the madman with a sunset flip, but Snitsky's brute power was able to put Cody down. Snitsky clobbered Cody, before finally finishing him off. Snitsky wasn't done yet, as after the match he continued to stomp away at the newcomer - and Hardcore Holly wasn't about to take it! Holly got into a fist fight with Snitsky, but Snitsky got the upperhand and dropped Holly with a devastating big boot. Snitsky stood tall, when Mark Henry made his way down to the ring to a big response! 'The World's Strongest Man' was out for redemption after last week, and was looking out for Cody and Holly - but as he squared up to Snitsky, Snitsky simply grinned at Mark Henry and left. There was unfinished business between Snitsky and Mark Henry.
- In his office Shane McMahon was seen talking to a crew of security, the WWE Chairman telling the security that he knew 'the Samoan Bulldozer' Umaga was on the loose again tonight, and after what he did to his sister Stephanie McMahon two weeks ago, Shane couldn't take any chances. McMahon told security that he had no idea where Umaga was, but he had booked him a match tonight against a "secret weapon" that he had up his sleeve. But in the event that Triple H showed up, he didn't want 'the King of Kings' touching Umaga ahead of SummerSlam either. They understood, as Shane ordered half of the crew to stay with him and keep him safe.
- A video package aired, reviewing the storied career of Jeff Hardy to this point. Hardy was seen hanging out at his home in Cameron, North Carolina - not far up the road from Fayetteville - as Jeff reminisced about lying about his age and debuting on RAW in 1995 at the age of sixteen. Over the years, Hardy's sacrifices were shown - through Tables, Ladders and Chairs at WrestleMania X-Seven, to winning the WWE Intercontinental Championship and reuniting with brother Matt to claim the World Tag Team Championship earlier this year. Hardy's comments echoed, saying that he had been here a long time: and after all of this time, what he wanted more than life itself, was the WWE Championship. Hardy's drive was unlimited, going into the triple threat match this Sunday at SummerSlam.
- In the ring, a throne and red carpet was laid out, perhaps signalling the arrival of King Booker. His music played, but instead of Booker, out came Mr Kennedy wearing a tinfoil crown and a clearly fake robe. Kennedy made his way down to the ring after costing Booker the tag team main event last week, Kennedy slowly climbing into the ring and taking a seat on the throne. He reached up high for his microphone, and the spotlight hovered over Kennedy, igniting laughter from the Crown Coliseum. Kennedy spoke in an eloquent accent, mocking the King - Kennedy addressing his subjects and saying that the previous King was a disgrace to the Royal Family, and that he had treated the people poorly. But he was here to save them from the boring, boring tirades of King Booker. Because he was King Kennedy: somebody the people could believe in, because he was a man of the people.
King Booker quickly crashed the party, the King joined by Queen Sharmell who screeched that Mr Kennedy was not royalty. She said that Kennedy ought to be ashamed of himself for even implying he was on the level of stature as her husband. Booker was angry, but Sharmell was able to calm the King, as the two approached ringside. Booker took to the microphone and told Kennedy that he didn't know what he was trying to do, but he was crossing the line. Kennedy played innocent, telling Booker that he was simply telling it like it was. Kennedy told Booker that he wasn't a King either, reminding him of how he had played Shane McMahon's patsy this past few weeks, and that was not very Kingly. Booker demanded Kennedy cease the debauchery, proclaiming that Kennedy deserved the guillotine, pronouncing him nothing more than a jester. Kennedy asked Booker if a jester could fight, because those were fighting words in King Kennedy's "court"! Booker was growing irate now, and Kennedy told Booker that there was a difference between the two of them, and that was that Booker could continue to be the WWE Chairman's right hand man - but Kennedy had seen the light, and he was now a man of the people! Besides, he even had a crown and a robe - that had to make him royalty. Booker had finally had it and removed his royal garments, hitting the ring and getting into a brawl with King Kennedy! The two men went at it, when Sharmell got on the apron and Booker almost sent Kennedy sailing into her. The hesitation allowed Booker to capitalized, blasting Kennedy with an axe kick! Booker pummelled Kennedy, before sending him flying through the throne! Booker vowed that nobody would disgrace the King, as he raised Queen Sharmell's hand. Things were getting out of control between Booker and Kennedy.
- Backstage Santino Marella was seen arguing with Maria, 'the Italian Stallion' trying to convince Maria that he had nothing to do with Melina's flirtatious advances earlier tonight. Maria wasn't sure, as she continued to relent that Santino's eyes were all over 'the Paparazzi Princess'. Marella refuted that claim, when Maria finally confessed that she loved Santino, and that she was simply emotional. Maria told Santino that she was going to change, and then they could go out and forget about all of this. They hugged it out, and then Maria left - but in walked Melina in a towel. 'The Paparazzi Princess' asked Santino if he liked what he saw earlier tonight. Melina attempted to persuade Santino that he was wasting his time with Maria, when he could have it all with a real woman like her. Santino was trying to shield his eyes from the towelled Melina, telling her that he was very much committed to Maria - but Melina let her towel drop, revealing her body to the Italian! Santino's eyes bolted out of his head, as Melina walked away, telling Santino that he should reconsider. Maria soon came out, asking Santino who he was talking to. Marella anxiously told her that it was nobody.
- Todd Grisham was backstage standing by with Mark Henry, hoping to catch a word with 'the World's Strongest Man' after his confrontation with Snitsky earlier tonight. Mark told Todd that he had been doing this a long time, eleven years to be exact, and he has been the standard bearer for his entire time here in the WWE. Mark said that he had seen them all come and go, all of the monsters that wanted to make a splash: they each had to go through 'the World's Strongest Man' first. Mark said that Snitsky was no different, and that next week he was challenging 'the Freak' to a match, but not just any match: a No-Disqualification match! Henry told Snitsky to bring any chair he wanted, because like it or not he would be getting his ass kicked!
MATCH FOUR // Umaga def. Rosey in 2:59 after the Samoan Splash. 'The Samoan Bulldozer' was an uncaged animal ahead of Sunday, where Umaga would finally be able to go at it with Triple H. The announcers speculated on the whereabouts of 'the Game', but tonight Umaga was being kept occupied when he was surprised by the return of his relative Rosey! The former superhero sidekick of the Hurricane was returning to RAW after a year and a half away from WWE television, but he was here tonight, hoping to put a stop to his relative's rampage. Umaga wouldn't listen and ultimately demolished Rosey, putting him away with ease. Umaga grabbed a microphone following the match and repeatedly growled Triple H's name, hoping 'the King of Kings' would show up. His music hit, and Fayetteville went crazy for 'the Cerebral Assassin'. Umaga was hyped up and ready to go, when the security team of Shane McMahon rushed up to the rampway to ensure Triple H wouldn't show up. But Triple H came from behind, grasping a sledgehammer - and 'the Game' rammed it into the gut of Umaga! Triple H buried Umaga in rights, as security finally noticed and darted down to the ring, trying to pull Triple H off of Umaga! Triple H started decking security guards right and left, and Umaga and Triple H continued their fight until more security ran out to break up the two behemoths! There was a lot of bad blood between these two, and they would finally look to end this once and for all at SummerSlam, this Sunday!
- WWE Intercontinental Champion Bobby Lashley was backstage with Jim Duggan, checking on 'Hacksaw' after he failed to break the Masterlock Challenge earlier tonight. The WWE Legend thanked the WWE Intercontinental Champion for coming to his aid earlier tonight against Chris Masters. Lashley told Duggan that Masters had really crossed the line, when William Regal showed up. 'The Villain' told Duggan and Lashley that it was unfortunate what happened earlier tonight, suggesting that dinosaurs didn't make for good Superstars. Lashley demanded to know what Regal wanted, who calmly told Bobby that he was simply stating Duggan had no business in that ring tonight, or on any other night: but come to mention it, seeing the title on Lashley's shoulder couldn't help but bring back memories. Regal told Lashley that he wanted a shot at the title, and Lashley accepted the challenge for next week. 'The Unstoppable' Bobby Lashley promised to shut Regal up, and Regal laughed, telling Lashley to get Duggan to a retirement home, he was in no shape for social affairs.
- Todd Grisham caught up with Mr Kennedy following being attacked earlier tonight by King Booker with help from Queen Sharmell. Grisham asked Kennedy what he was going to do next, and Kennedy simply laughed, saying that he got Booker pretty mad tonight. Kennedy said that it was true that the King was more like a servant to the almighty WWE Chairman Shane McMahon, and all he wanted to do was show Booker the light that he had seen. As for what happens now, Kennedy told Todd that he wanted to face Booker, inviting him to a match this Sunday at SummerSlam: and at SummerSlam he would knock the King off of his throne, and bring him down to Kennedy's level, where he would beat him and prove to the world that he was everything he said he was. Kennedy recited his own name, walking away: the challenge made!
MATCH FIVE // Shad Gaspard (w/JTG) def. World Tag Team Champion Trevor Murdoch (w/Lance Cade) in 4:14 after the sidewalk slam. Last week Cryme Tyme stole the World Tag Team Championships from Lance Cade and Murdoch, much to the ire of the champions who were continuing their quest for respect. JTG had the titles on his person, as Murdoch attempted to combat the tall Shad Gaspard. A distraction from Cade allowed Murdoch to take advantage, but later in the match JTG got even, distracting Murdoch and allowing Shad to claim the win. Cryme Tyme celebrated on the rampway, but La Résistance jumped Shad and JTG from behind and put the boots to Cryme Tyme! Robert Conway and Sylvan Grenier had recovered from their loss to John Cena earlier tonight, as they climbed into the ring and handed the stolen World Tag Team Championships back to Cade and Murdoch - but they didn't seem too glad to be handing them over. Cade slipped La Résistance a couple dollar bills from his tights - and it was clear that this was all a set up. Cade and Murdoch clutched their repossessed titles, but you could tell the French-Canadians wanted a shot for themselves at the gold.
- The WWE Chairman Shane McMahon was in his office with security continuing to guard him, when Triple H burst in. 'The Cerebral Assassin' asked Shane why he called him here, and Shane had a lot to say about Triple H showing up tonight to attack Umaga. Shane asked 'the Game' what the hell he was thinking after what 'the Samoan Bulldozer' did to him last week. But Triple H shouted that Umaga threatened his wife Stephanie McMahon's life. He jumped him backstage in the parking lot. Triple H told Shane that he was doing what had to be done, and he didn't care if he did it on Sunday, or tonight. Shane continued to reprimand Hunter, and played the concerned brother-in-law card, but Hunter cut Shane off again, telling him to stop being a horse's ass and pretending he was Vince McMahon. Triple H said that one way or another, 'the Samoan Savage' was going to wind up in a ditch somewhere when he was finished with him at SummerSlam. Triple H left, leaving Shane to surprisingly smile. The Chairman told security that that was his brother-in-law, and he was back on Monday Night RAW sticking up for the McMahon Family!
- A video package aired, this time focused on John Cena. The WWE Champion was the face of the company, a huge collaborator with the Make-A-Wish Foundation. John Cena represented the fans of the WWE, and the children loved him. The three-time WWE Champion had been the champ for the past eleven months, taking on all comers such as Edge, Umaga, Shawn Michaels, the Great Khali and Mr Kennedy. Cena talked about how everything he did, he did it for the betterment of this company, and said that nobody could do what he did. As for SummerSlam, Cena said that Randy Orton and Jeff Hardy were two of the most passionate, dedicated performers he will ever go up against. But on Sunday, the WWE Championship would be retained, and John Cena would walk away the man still on top of the world.
MATCH SIX // Randy Orton def. Jeff Hardy in 9:33 by disqualification after John Cena jumped Orton. WWE Champion John Cena joined commentary for the match. Tensions were running high between 'the Legend Killer' and 'the Charismatic Enigma' leading into SummerSlam, where both men would challenge Cena for the WWE Championship. Hardy had big beef to settle with Orton after 'the Legend Killer' sabotaged his chances of becoming WWE Champion at Saturday Night's Main Event, while Orton wanted to make a point of eliminating 'the Charismatic Enigma' from the equation ahead of Sunday. Hardy was fighting with everything he had, a breathtaking suicide plancha taking Orton down. Cena was in awe, as Hardy's home state crowd was in full support of him. But Orton was crafty and dictated the pace, pounding away at Jeff and ensuring that Hardy would be incapable of going for any more high-risk moves. Orton mouthed off to Cena during the match, and Cena talked more about how Orton and Hardy would give him one of the hardest matches of his life at SummerSlam. Late in the match Hardy made a comeback, and reversed the RKO into a Twist of Fate, but Orton rolled out to the floor. Orton suddenly attacked Cena, when Hardy dove out to attack Orton further. Back inside, Hardy missed the Swanton Bomb, and Orton slowly started stalking Hardy - he could have been going for the RKO or the Punt: but John Cena slid in and started attacking 'the Legend Killer'! Orton tried to fight back, but Cena managed to catch him off guard with the F-U! The WWE Champion shouted that they would have to kill him to take the title from him - when Jeff Hardy came out of nowhere, dropping the WWE Champion with a Twist of Fate! 'The Charismatic Enigma', just miles from his home in Cameron, North Carolina, picked up the WWE Champion and stared at it, then raised it high. This could be the outcome at the end of SummerSlam this Sunday, in the triple threat match for the gold!
OTHER NOTES:
- A graphic aired, revealing that the new WWE Women's Champion Beth Phoenix would be back on RAW next Monday night.
- It was announced that next week's edition of Monday Night RAW would be broadcast live on the Sci-Fi Network.
- The WWE Rewind recapped last week's eight-man tag team match, where Cryme Tyme and the Highlanders defeated La Résistance, Lance Cade and Trevor Murdoch. But not only that, as Shad Gaspard and JTG stole Cade and Murdoch's World Tag Team Championships.
- A video package aired, showing clips of Jillian Hall recording vocals for her upcoming album coming out this winter. A sit-down interview with producer Jim Johnson was conducted, with Johnson talking about how Hall had a beautiful voice for the music he had composed for her. He said that she sung like a true angel, and could potentially be as big as Madonna or Britney Spears. It was revealed who Johnson was sat with, and the man conducting the interview was revealed to be Ron Simmons, who let out a resounding "DAMN!"
- Jim Ross and Jerry Lawler ran down the card for WWE SummerSlam this Sunday night.
- An advertisement aired for the WWE SummerSlam, live on pay-per-view this Sunday night.
WWE HEAT, available on WWE.com - Kenny Dykstra def. Sandman in 5:22 after the spin-out neckbreaker. Dykstra bragged about his win after the match, resulting in a beating from a Singapore cane, courtesy of Sandman. - Candice Michelle def. Brandi Dawson in 4:08 after the Candywrapper. It was implied that Candice would surely be putting her rematch clause into effect against new WWE Women's Champion Beth Phoenix. - William Regal def. Robbie McAllister (w/Rory McAllister) in 5:34 after a shot from the brass knuckles.
DARK MATCH: Johnny Jeter def. Jay Bradley
WWE SummerSlam - August 26, 2007 - East Rutherford, NJ - Airlines Arena
WWE Championship John Cena (c) vs Randy Orton vs Jeff HardyWorld Heavyweight Championship Edge (c) vs Batista
Triple H vs UmagaECW World Championship Marcus Cor Von (c) vs CM PunkRey Mysterio vs Chavo Guerrero
WWE United States Championship Montel Vontavious Porter (c) vs Matt Hardy
Mr Kennedy vs King Booker - Matches to be announced. 6 DAYS AWAY!
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Post by DTP. on Feb 26, 2019 14:28:54 GMT -5
August 21, 2007 - Columbia, South Carolina - Colonial Center (10,000) "Don't Question My Heart" by Saliva Aired on the Sci-Fi Network (1.6)
SHOW REPORT:
MATCH ONE // Extreme Rules match: John Morrison def. Tommy Dreamer in 12:29 after the split-legged corkscrew moonsault through a table. After weeks of trying, 'the Innovator of Violence' finally had his Extreme Rules match with the irritable John Morrison. Neurotic as ever, the self-proclaimed 'Tuesday Night Delight' did not even seem to care whether he was in this position, but that quickly changed as the ECW mainstay kicked things off in this match by chasing Morrison around the ring. The ECW Original introduced the Singapore cane against 'the Shaman of Sexy', marking Morrison's chiselled body - and Morrison soon had to resort to cheap tactics in the form of a low blow, to gain advantage. Morrison introduced more hardware, in the form of a table and a set of nun-chucks, which he used to club 'the Innovator of Violence'. Dreamer would up with a bloody mouth, but the more punishment inflicted, the more it drove Dreamer to fight back. Dreamer tossed Morrison through the table set up in a corner, and Dreamer grabbed a steel chair looking to finish 'the Guru of Greatness' off. But it was not to be, as Morrison low blowed Dreamer with the Singapore cane and soon after finished Dreamer off. Morrison was battered and bruised after a war to kick off ECW on Sci-Fi - but Morrison had come out on top. The fans in attendance gave Dreamer a standing ovation for his efforts following the match, and the ECW Original saluted the Greenville crowd.
- ECW General Manager Armando Estrada was seen mingling with none other than the World's Greatest Tag Team, Shelton Benjamin and Charlie Haas. Haas and Benjamin joked to the Cuban about the number they did on Festus Dalton's ankle last week, with Haas mentioning a rumor going around that they broke his ankle. Benjamin called the Dalton Boys a tool, while Estrada continued to suck up to the SmackDown Superstars. The Major Brothers happened to be walking by, and Brett and Brian Major said that it was sure funny watching them run with their tails between their legs after Paul London and Brian Kendrick chased them away. They made fun of Haas and Benjamin, implying things about their sexualities before high-fiving one another. Benjamin asked who the hell they thought they were, then said that they didn't have their gear on them tonight - but the two challenged the Major Brothers to SmackDown this Friday night, and maybe they'd have a little fun with their ankles too. Haas and Benjamin left, telling Armando it was great to chat. The GM told the Major Brothers that they were screwed this Friday night.
MATCH TWO // Paul Burchill def. Brad Allen in 1:34 after the Curbstomp. In an insert promo during the match, Burchill talked about how last week's win against CM Punk was just a taste of things to come. He referred to himself as 'the Ripper', and declared that the Land of Extreme made Essex look like a picnic, and that he was going to beat anybody in his path. The newcomer to the ECW brand made short work of Brad Allen, putting him away quickly.
- Elijah Burke was backstage shadow-boxing, when he was joined by Rebecca. Rebecca asked 'the Elijah Experience' about the whereabouts of the ECW World Champion Marcus Cor Von. Burke explained that 'the Alpha Male' had some family business to take care of, so he wasn't here tonight. But Burke was here to send a message to his opponent this Sunday at SummerSlam. Burke discussed his history with 'the Straight Edge Superstar', saying that it was no lie that he hated CM Punk's guts - which is why tonight in their latest encounter, Elijah Burke was going to hold CM Punk responsible for everything, and most importantly, send a New Breed message to Punk before he makes it to SummerSlam.
- Extreme Exposé were in the ring dancing to the delight of the Columbia crowd when Big Daddy V and Matt Striker suddenly interrupted. Kelly Kelly, Layla and Brooke didn't know what to do, as Striker led 'the Mastodon down to the ring. Striker had a microphone in hand, as he remarked on the talents of Extreme Exposé: oh wait, they had none. Striker had a big grin on his face as he talked about how he knows that Extreme Exposé are dedicated television time each and every week to dance around like anybody even truly cared for their existence. Striker told the fans to admit it: they only cared for the Divas' assets. The Columbia crowd cheered this, as Striker continued that each and every second Extreme Exposé danced, they were taking time away from his client, 'the Mastodon'. Striker said that there was nothing better, and nothing bigger than Big Daddy V, and he proved it last week when he demolished the Boogeyman.
V appeared imposing, as Striker proceeded to hold a little impromptu survey, asking the South Carolinians whom they would rather see: a couple of husseys, or 'the Mastodon'. The response was obvious, when Kelly Kelly casually commented that nobody wanted to see Big Daddy V. Layla chimed in that he was disgusting, whilst Brooke asked if anybody had seen his chest - he had bigger breasts than they did! This infuriated Striker and V; Striker telling Extreme Exposé that they had no right to say that, and ordered V to show them what 'the Mastodon' was all about. He took several steps forward, when Val Venis ran out to the ring, 'the Big Valbowski' returning to action after a five week absence! Venis brought the fight to Big Daddy V, who bailed from the ring! Venis had gone home over a month ago after losing his mojo, but he looked to be back in prime form tonight. Venis grabbed the microphone and talked about how he had gotten bored sitting home watching Big Daddy V at home, but what he had gotten even more bored of was hearing Matt Striker talk! Val told Striker to step out from behind his fatass gorilla, because 'the Big Valbowski' wanted to fight 'the Teacher'! Striker told Venis he was on, a match made for next week on ECW!
- CM Punk was in the locker room gearing up for the main event tonight, 'the Straight Edge Superstar' soon being joined by D-Lo Brown, who returned to ECW last week after a four year sabbatical. Brown and Punk shook hands as Punk mentioned Brown had signed a contract with ECW. Brown was excited about it, and asked Punk how he felt going into the main event. Punk told Brown that he was better than ever, saying that he was five short days away from getting to make Marcus Cor Von Go To Sleep, and what better way than to spend Tuesday night, than kicking Elijah Burke's ass tonight? Brown joked that the New Breed didn't know what they had coming, but Brown told Punk that he had been watching the New Breed guys in his time away from the ring, and he knew they had something planned tonight. Brown promised Punk that he would be there at the first sign of trouble, no questions asked. Brown left, wishing Punk luck, and all Punk could think to say was how D-Lo was already much easier to get along with than Chris Benoit.
MATCH THREE // Carlito def. Stevie Richards in 6:32 after the Backstabber. Richards was up for the challenge assigned to him by ECW General Manager Armando Estrada last week, in the form of SmackDown Superstar Carlito, who didn't appear to care one bit where he was. Extremely relaxed, Carlito appeared to be taking this match a little too easily, and Richards took control with several pinfall attempts. These would have been a surefire upset for the Caribbean, who immediately changed his tune and adopted a more aggressive style. Carlito still gloated though, and it was this arrogance that allowed Richards to fight back, and he almost scored a win with a sunset flip powerbomb! Richards was looking for the Stevie Kick when Mike Knox came down to ringside and grabbed the foot of Stevie to distract him - which allowed Carlito to claim the win off the distraction. After the match Knox picked Stevie up and dropped him with the Knox Out, proud of his handiwork.
- A vignette aired, showing a large Scottish man with flowing brown hair walking around Glasgow. The man in a voiceover talked about Glasgow as being home, but a war at the same time. He talked about the amount of fist fights he had gotten in, trouble with bouncers and drunks in his home country. But he had grown tiresome of all that and getting into trouble with the law. He wanted to go to the one place where the type of violence he was used to could be tolerated, the Land of Extreme. Drew McIntyre is coming to ECW in two weeks.
MATCH FOUR // CM Punk def. Elijah Burke in 15:41 after the Anaconda Vise. With 'the Straight Edge Superstar' just five days away from his date with destiny at SummerSlam against Marcus Cor Von, with the ECW World Championship on the line, CM Punk had a big warm-up match in tonight's main event against somebody he was extremely familiar with: the partner-in-crime of 'the Alpha Male' in the New Breed, Elijah Burke. Burke had his ribs taped up after suffering three broken ribs one month ago against Punk, which was noted on commentary. Punk and Burke were longtime rivals, and it was all because Burke wanted CM Punk to join the New Breed in their crusade against the ECW Originals. Punk even had to fight for his freedom, defeating Burke at Judgment Day back in May. But Burke had been a persistent advocate for Marcus Cor Von and had cost Punk his previous shot at the gold back at Vengeance: Night of Champions, which caught us up to speed tonight. Both men went back and forth, as it was noted Marcus Cor Von was not in the building. 'The Elijah Experience' was actually on a roll, as he was dissecting Punk and attempting to make sure that 'the Straight Edge Superstar' would not come back from Burke's smash-mouth style. He utilized a lot of body punches and targeted the kidneys of the number one contender, but finally Punk dodged the Elijah Express in the corner; and Punk started fighting back! Burke was in trouble when Punk looked to set up the Go To Sleep, but Burke kicked the referee in the head, sending him down and out. Punk connected with the GTS, but with no official to count, it meant nothing. Suddenly ECW World Champion Marcus Cor Von - who was actually in the building this whole time - hit the ring, delivering a huge Pounce to Punk! He placed Burke on top, but D-Lo Brown ran down to the ring, attacking Cor Von and sending him out! Punk managed to kick out, and Burke desperately looked to close in on the finish, but Punk countered, and forced Burke to tap out! Punk celebrated his win after the match despite Cor Von's interference - but what he didn't see was Cor Von sending Brown into the steel steps at ringside! Cor Von came from behind, dropping Punk with the Pounce yet again! 'The Alpha Male' held the ECW World Championship in Punk's face, telling him that he would never get his hands on the title - Cor Von standing tall, five days away from the ECW World Championship match at SummerSlam!
OTHER NOTES:
- It was mentioned on commentary that Chris Benoit would be back on ECW on Sci-Fi next week.
- It was announced that there would be a contract signing held for the World Heavyweight Championship match between Edge and Batista ahead of SummerSlam, this Friday night on SmackDown.
- A video package aired reviewing the events of last weekend's return of Saturday Night's Main Event on NBC.
- Joey Styles and Tazz ran down the card for WWE SummerSlam, this coming Sunday night. - An advertisement aired, promoting WWE SummerSlam, live on pay-per-view this Sunday night.
WWE SummerSlam - August 26, 2007 - East Rutherford, NJ - Airlines Arena
WWE Championship John Cena (c) vs Randy Orton vs Jeff HardyWorld Heavyweight Championship Edge (c) vs Batista
Triple H vs UmagaECW World Championship Marcus Cor Von (c) vs CM PunkRey Mysterio vs Chavo Guerrero
WWE United States Championship Montel Vontavious Porter (c) vs Matt Hardy
Mr Kennedy vs King Booker - Matches to be announced. 5 DAYS AWAY!
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Post by DTP. on Feb 27, 2019 6:36:59 GMT -5
August 24, 2007 - Columbia, South Carolina - Colonial Center (10,000) "Rise Up 2006" by Drowning Pool Broadcast on The CW (2.3)
SHOW REPORT:
- Matt Hardy kicked off Friday Night SmackDown, the multiple time former World Tag Team Champion receiving a rowdy ovation from the Columbia, South Carolina crowd. Hardy received chants of his name, as he mentioned that SummerSlam was right around the corner, and he didn't know about them - but he was more than ready to take the WWE United States Championship from Montel Vontavious Porter! The fans cheered, as Hardy noted to 'the Biggest Party of the Summer' being a big night for the Hardy family, referring to his brother Jeff Hardy hoping to bring the WWE Championship home to Cameron, North Carolina. Hardy claimed that everybody was rooting for Jeff, and that he knew when they went their separate ways that the Hardys would do alright. Hardy returned to talk about MVP, talking about 'the Franchise Playa's glass jaw, bringing up footage from last weekend on Saturday Night's Main Event where Matt and MVP both duelled on the microphone to introduce and interview the four-time boxing World Heavyweight Champion Evander Holyfield, which led to the hotheaded WWE United States Champion getting knocked out by Holyfield. Hardy and the Columbia crowd laughed at Porter's expense, showing the footage two more times.
But Montel Vontavious Porter had had enough of Matt Hardy's mockery. The WWE United States Champion made his way out to the ring not looking happy at all. Dressed to the nines, 'the Franchise Playa' asked Hardy how funny he thought it was - because it wasn't! MVP claimed that he could have suffered a fractured jaw, that his mouth that made money could have been restrained and wired shut! And most importantly, it could have saved Matt Hardy from the beating of a lifetime this Sunday at SummerSlam. MVP was booed, but Hardy told Porter that he was right, and he was being insensitive - but it was a little funny, right? Porter complained that Hardy stole his big moment with Evander Holyfield, but it was alright because it didn't change the fact that Matt Hardy despite his competitive nature, simply wasn't on his level. MVP repeated that he was 'Half Man, Half Amazing', and called Hardy a bum from North Carolina. He again claimed that he was a better athlete than Matt Hardy, he had the gift of the gab and could talk better than Matt Hardy, and this Sunday at SummerSlam, he was going to prove to everybody that he was the better wrestler than Matt Hardy! The boos continued, when Matt told Porter that he was a sore loser.
Deuce 'n' Domino joined the fun, the two former WWE Tag Team Champions riding out in their Cadillac - joined by Cherry as always. Deuce 'n' Domino hopped out of their car and made their way down to the ring, and Domino began to talk about how they were sick of the nonsense before their very eyes. Climbing into the ring Domino said that they had been overlooked, and they had had just about enough of hearing about Matt Hardy. The fiery Deuce told Matt that nobody cared about Matt Hardy claiming the WWE United States Championship, and it was very clear to them that MVP was the better athlete. If anything, they were better athletes than Hardy was! Matt asked Deuce 'n' Domino if that was so, asking Deuce if he wanted to see who the better man was, because he was in the mood for a warm-up. MVP told Hardy that he had nothing on Deuce 'n' Domino, and Deuce told Hardy that he had no chance of beating him.
MATCH ONE // Deuce (w/Domino and Cherry) def. Matt Hardy in 8:56 after Crack 'Em in the Mouth. WWE United States Champion Montel Vontavious Porter joined commentary for the match, talking about how Matt Hardy was going down this Sunday at SummerSlam. The former WWE Tag Team Champions were back after a several week absence, Deuce 'n' Domino with something to prove against the veteran former six-time Tag Team Champion. Matt had to multi-task, keeping an eye on Domino which allowed Deuce to take advantage and attack Hardy. Deuce was aggressive and hot-tempered, which made him dangerous against the man that will face MVP for the WWE United States Championship in two nights. Hardy however fought them off, knocking Domino off the apron and delivering the diving leg drop on Deuce - but MVP had seen enough and with Cherry distracting the official, MVP hit the ring and wound up getting a Twist of Fate for his worries! The distraction allowed Deuce to strike, scoring a big victory tonight! The throwback trio celebrated on their way back to their Cadillac, whilst Matt Hardy looked on in anger - when Montel Vontavious Porter came from behind, putting the boots to Hardy! 'The Franchise Playa' planted Hardy with the Playmaker and stood tall - a possible sign of things to come at SummerSlam.
- Assistant General Manager Vickie Guerrero was walking the halls backstage, being greeted warmly by Jimmy Wang Yang and Shannon Moore. She continued to walk, until encountering Chavo Guerrero, who told Vickie that he needed her and she walked away from him. Chavo looked like he hadn't slept since last week, as 'the Latino Warrior' explained that he didn't appreciate Vickie just leaving him on his own to combat Rey Mysterio. Vickie told Chavo that he needed to go home and rest before SummerSlam - and asked Chavo what happened to his confidence about beating 'the Master of the 619' after last week. She told Chavo that she cared for him, but he needed help. Chavo suddenly noticed Jesse Dalton and confronted him, asking Jesse what he was looking at. Jesse told Chavo that he smelled worse than Festus did after a chilli dog. Guerrero pushed Jesse against the wall and provoked him to a fight, and Jesse wouldn't back down. Jesse said he was in a fighting mood, and that with Festus on the shelf with an ankle injury, he wasn't gonna take Chavo's crap, challenging Chavo to a fight tonight! Chavo stuttered, telling Dalton that he was on! Chavo left, leaving Vickie to apologize to Jesse for her nephew's antics. Jesse remarked that Chavo desperately needed a shower.
MATCH TWO // Maryse def. Michelle McCool (w/Ashley) in 4:17 after an inside cradle. In an insert promo, 'the French Beauty' commented on how she was attacked last week by Victoria and Trinity and that Ashley and Michelle McCool didn't save her. Maryse cited jealousy as the reason, claiming that they were upset because of the fact that she just kept winning. Maryse was racking up an undefeated streak with thanks to her unpopular strategy of winning, having beat Trinity last week. McCool was out to teach the young Diva a lesson tonight, as she brought the fight to Maryse. Maryse tried to escape Michelle's attack by rolling out, but Ashley quickly rolled her back in. In the late stages of the match Michelle looked to finish Maryse off with a suplex, but Maryse cradled and stole another win! Maryse backed up the aisle with her hand raised in victory, when Victoria and Trinity jumped 'the French Beauty' from behind! Ashley and McCool this time confronted Victoria and Trinity, causing the two to leave - and it appeared despite their animosity that Maryse had with the ladies, Michelle and Ashley had her back tonight.
- Footage aired of 'the Rated R Superstar' Edge arriving at the Colonial Centre earlier today, 'the World Heavyweight Champion unloading his car ahead of the contract signing set for tonight with Batista. Edge was approached by SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long, who Edge greeted. Teddy told Edge that he hoped he wasn't hoping for any tricks tonight at the contract signing. Edge played innocent, claiming he wouldn't do anything to jeopardize his win against Batista on Sunday. Long told Edge that this was good to hear, because if he was holding out for the Great Khali to show up and fight his battles for him - he had gone to the trouble of giving 'the Punjabi Nightmare' the night off! Long told Edge that he was in it all alone tonight, and told him he'd see him later. Edge baulked at Long's insinuations, demanding the GM show a little professionalism to the World Heavyweight Champion.
MATCH THREE // Finlay and WWE Cruiserweight Champion The Hurricane def. The Miz and Jamie Noble (w/Brie and Nikki) in 13:13 after the Celtic Cross by Finlay on Noble. 'The Fighting Irishman's issues with the Miz continued, after 'the Chick Magnet' had apparently corrupted the mind of Finlay's friend Hornswoggle, claiming that Finlay hadn't done Hornswoggle any favors whatsoever in previous weeks. His teammate tonight was Jamie Noble, who was livid after losing to the Hurricane last week in a match for the WWE Cruiserweight Championship. Finlay wanted nothing more than to get his hands on Miz, but each and every time he tagged in, Miz tagged out. Noble and Miz soon took to keeping the Hurricane down and away from Finlay, who really wanted the tag. He finally got it and Finlay was going to get his hands on Miz, pounding away at 'the Chick Magnet' and pummelling away at him, much to Brie and Nikki's horror. Miz tried to escape Finlay's attack, and in the process the referee was knocked down. Noble got involved and delayed Finlay's punishment of Miz, which allowed Miz to jump Finlay from behind! The two put a beating on Finlay when Hornswoggle came out from under the ring and looked to be here to rescue his friend with the trusty shillelagh in hand - but when climbing into the ring became conflicted, as Finlay told Hornswoggle to get Miz! Miz told Hornswoggle that he was better than that, and instead Hornswoggle threw the shillelagh down and left the ring depressed. In the end Finlay came out on top, scoring the win against Noble. But 'the Fighting Irishman' couldn't help but be concerned for his friend Hornswoggle; Finlay immediately leaving the ring and heading for the back to find Hornswoggle. Miz was aided by the Twins, but 'the Chick Magnet' had a mean grin on his face.
- In the parking lot the Great Khali was seen trying to get in the building with Runjin Singh, but they were prevented entry by three parking attendants. 'The Punjabi Nightmare' barked in his native tongue, whilst Singh complained that they clearly didn't know who the Great Khali was. He was a national treasure, and a huge celebrity back home in India. And if they didn't let the Great Khali into the building, they would be making a huge mistake. Suddenly SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long showed up at the scene, ordering Khali and Singh to leave the building, that he would not have them interrupting the contract signing tonight. Singh was mad, telling Long that they weren't here to cause any trouble. Singh said that Khali was simply here tonight to do his job, and that was compete in this fair city. Khali continued to talk in Punjab, Singh translating that he wasn't here to mess with Batista - Edge knew what he was doing, after all. Long was hesitant, but Khali that he had better hurry and get ready, because he was going to have a match up next. The two headed for the building, Khali glaring down at the GM, who clearly didn't trust the duo.
- Anastasia Rose was backstage with Deuce 'n' Domino with Cherry, asking the trio what business they had with Matt Hardy. Deuce asked Anastasia where her congratulations were, saying that he had just beaten the man that was supposed to face Montel Vontavious Porter at SummerSlam. Domino remarked that they deserved more credit, and joked that Matt Hardy was not on MVP's level. Anastasia asked about their relationship to the WWE United States Champion, but the trio simply told Anastasia that they had done what they set out to do, and they made a statement tonight against Matt Hardy. And they were coming back for their WWE Tag Team Championships.
MATCH FOUR // The Great Khali (w/Runjin Singh) def. Nunzio in 1:18 after the Vice Grip. 'The Punjabi Nightmare' was not even meant to be here on SmackDown tonight, but he was here to compete and Theodore Long had no other choice than to give Khali a match. The Italian-American Nunzio had no idea what he was in for as the man that took Ric Flair out two weeks ago was an imposing individual, the monstrous 'Punjabi Giant' catching Nunzio before he could run anywhere, and disposing of him with the Tree Slam, and the dreaded Vice Grip. Khali refused to break the hold after the match, torturing Nunzio - but Batista suddenly made his way out to the aisle! 'The Animal' was not dressed for action ahead of the contract signing later tonight with Edge - but Batista looked to get himself some of Khali! Batista and Khali went at it in the ring, and despite Khali being fired up after an easy win, Batista dodged Khali's gigantic hand and used a steel chair knocked Khali on his ass! Batista celebrated to the Greenville crowd, having knocked the giant down - and Singh tried to pick a fuming Khali back up to his feet. But by the time he did Batista was leaving, and Khali let out a huge roar, wanting some of 'the Animal'!
- SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long was walking the halls with Kristal, his girlfriend asking Long about the contract signing tonight and if he was nervous. Teddy told Kristal that he had nothing to be nervous about, claiming that 'the Rated R Superstar' knew what he was getting into when he tried to turn Friday Night SmackDown upside down. Quite frankly, with his new and fresh outlook on life after sticking up to Shane McMahon a few weeks ago, he didn't care what Batista did to the World Heavyweight Champion tonight. They were alerted suddenly by a backstage assistant, and the three dashed up the hall where the Great Khali and Runjin Singh were being forced to leave by security, four guards trying to force Khali out! Singh yelled that Long couldn't do this, that there would be dire consequences to pay for this. Long told Singh that he didn't care, he didn't want Khali ruining the contract signing tonight. Khali yelled as he chopped a security member in the skull, then barked at Long in Punjab. Long demanded they get the hell out of here, saying he'd see them next week. This was a new, fearless General Manager, and Kristal made out with Long for his braveness.
MATCH FIVE // Jesse Dalton def. Chavo Guerrero by disqualification in 3:08. Chavo Guerrero was a nervous wreck just two days away from SummerSlam, where he would once again be met by his arch rival Rey Mysterio, who was returning from a serious knee injury that was caused by 'the Latino Warrior'. But he had picked a fight with one-half of the Dalton Boys, and with his big brother Festus out with an ankle injury caused by the World's Greatest Tag Team, Jesse had something to prove in his singles debut tonight. Unfortunately it was a bad night for Dalton, as Chavo was aggressive and after Jesse outsmarted him early, the former WWE Cruiserweight Champion left the ring and struck Jesse with a steel chair! Chavo truly didn't care if he had lost by disqualification, and continued to hammer fists down on Jesse. Guerrero had lost it, as he pulled out the souvenir mask of Rey Mysterio's from last October, and placed it on the head of Jesse. Chavo screamed that was Rey's fate on Sunday, as he went up to the top rope and came off with a Frog Splash to Jesse for good measure! Guerrero stood tall, when Vickie Guerrero ran down to ringside, trying to plead with Chavo not to do any more damage. Chavo simply turned his back to Vickie, leaving Guerrero alone in the ring. Chavo was a man possessed headed into SummerSlam, where he would face Rey Mysterio in Rey's return to the ring.
- The WWE Tag Team Champions Paul London and Brian Kendrick were backstage chatting, when they were approached by the ever-confident World's Greatest Tag Team. Shelton Benjamin joked that London and Kendrick didn't know what they were getting into. London asked how so, and Charlie Haas told London and Kendrick that there was one big difference between the two teams: and that was brilliance. Benjamin and Haas listed the definition of brilliance, and talked about how London and Kendrick were naive enough to shake their hands two weeks ago. And that they weren't just the best tag team on SmackDown, but they were also the most dangerous, citing what they did to Festus Dalton last week. Kendrick coolly asked about when they beat the World's Greatest Tag Team two weeks ago, and how that felt for them. Haas simply told London and Kendrick to watch what they did tonight against the Major Brothers, and claimed that one thing was for sure: those WWE Tag Team Championships were coming with them.
MATCH SIX // Chuck Palumbo def. Dave Taylor in 4:31 after the Full Throttle. Chuck Palumbo had gained himself a following in the SmackDown audience, ever since he was traded here a few weeks ago from ECW. But one man unimpressed with the motorcyclist's abilities was 'the Gothic Prince' Kevin Thorn, who was seen watching with 'the Duchess' Ariel in a dark part of the backstage area. Dave Taylor was out to give Palumbo a fight, and he managed to early, taking Palumbo down with his excellent acumen of mat-wrestling. But Palumbo was a heavy hitter and fought back, and soon after reversing out of Taylor's suplex attempt for the win. Palumbo got on his motorcycle and circled the ring on it after the match to cheers from the South Carolinian audience, while Thorn and Ariel were seen watching in disapproval on a backstage monitor, Thorn punching it in disgust of the fellow newcomer.
- The Miz, Brie and Nikki were spotted talking to a downtrodden Hornswoggle, 'the Chick Magnet' telling Hornswoggle that he had every reason to be upset after how Finlay had treated him in the past. He assured the leprechaun that he made the right decision not to help him tonight, reminding him of how 'the Fighting Irishman' had gotten him in so much trouble in the past. Miz told Hornswoggle that he was more and he needed to remember that, patting the little man on the back. Finlay arrived soonafter Miz left, 'the Fighting Irishman' asking Hornswoggle if he had just been talking to the Miz. Hornswoggle wouldn't answer, or even look at his friend, who tried to convince Hornswoggle that 'the Chick Magnet' was all talk, that he was full of crap and how he shouldn't listen to him. Finlay told Hornswoggle that he was his friend - but Hornswoggle had heard enough, jumping down from the storage cart he was sat on, and walking away, much to Finlay's dismay.
MATCH SEVEN // The World's Greatest Tag Team (Shelton Benjamin and Charlie Haas) def. The Major Brothers (Brett and Brian Major) in 5:22 after the German suplex by Haas on Brian. ECW's hot, up-and-coming tag team were in for a big opportunity tonight against the World's Greatest Tag Team, made possible thanks to the SmackDown and ECW talent exchange, after the Major Brothers insulted Charlie Haas and Shelton Benjamin on ECW on Sci-Fi this past Tuesday night. They were looking to make a name for themselves, but they were up against the same men that felt they were destined for the WWE Tag Team Championships, who sidelined Festus Dalton last week with an ankle injury. The Majors had something to prove and were resilient against Haas and Benjamin, and even managed to outsmart the tag team specialists, almost scoring the win following a suplex from Brian as Brett came off the top rope with a crossbody. But Haas and Benjamin were wise and took advantage of a missed dive from Brian through the ropes, leading to the finish. Haas and Benjamin had done what they set out to do, but continued to put the boots to the ECW Superstars when Paul London and Brian Kendrick ran down to the ring, running Haas and Benjamin off! The WWE Tag Team Champions wanted some of Haas and Benjamin, and it was clear that a rematch had to be looming between the two teams.
- Maryse was backstage checking out her face after earlier tonight, when she was approached by Michelle McCool and Ashley. 'The French Beauty' refused to make eye contact with them, but Michelle told Maryse that they wanted to help her. Ashley said that they had gotten off on the wrong foot, and that they wanted to make amends, asking her to team up with them next week to face Victoria and Trinity. After an awkward silence, Maryse told Ashley and Michelle that she was sure this would be the start of a wonderful friendship, hugging the two Divas. A six-Diva tag team match was official for next week, and a beautiful bond appeared to have been formed tonight.
- In the Colonial Centre, the red carpet was laid out and a table was set up in the ring. SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long made his way out to the ring to a positive response, set to supervise the upcoming contract signing. Long greeted Greenville warmly, asking how everybody was doing. Teddy said that they were just two nights away from 'the Biggest Party of the Summer', and talked about how big an event it was going to be when Batista challenged Edge for the World Heavyweight Championship. Long said that after so much chasing, he was certain 'the Animal' would have hell to pay for 'the Rated R Superstar'. But quickly, the World Heavyweight Champion Edge interrupted the proceedings! Edge made his grand entrance, pyrotechnics included, as Edge smugly asked Long if he was done grandstanding to these people. Edge told Teddy that he had to be living in a fantasy world to think that Batista would beat him this Sunday at SummerSlam, reminding Long of how he carefully crafted all of this to go down exactly how he wanted it to. Edge then commented on Teddy's treatment of him, telling Long that he clearly didn't respect him, but he should do, because he was 'the Ultimate Opportunist'. The man that draws his show ratings, 'the Rated R Superstar': and SmackDown's World Heavyweight Champion!
Batista finally cut Edge off, and 'the Animal' made his second appearance of the night, after somehow managed to knock the Great Khali down with the use of a steel chair earlier tonight! Batista looked fresh in his suit - but it was clear that 'the Animal' was pumped up and ready to go. Batista had Greenville chanting his name, as he asked Edge if he was done running his mouth. In fact, Batista claimed, all Edge had done since he arrived on Friday Night SmackDown was run his mouth! And this was the World Heavyweight Champion? But Batista had to give Edge credit, telling 'the Rated R Superstar' that he was a mastermind, a tactician. After all, he weaselled his way into taking the World Heavyweight Championship! Batista told Edge that was pretty impressive, but Edge appeared to look through 'the Animal's facade. Batista told Edge that it would be an awful shame this Sunday night when he takes the World Heavyweight Championship from him, because what he was going to do to 'the Rated R Superstar' after all that he had done - making Friday Night SmackDown his playground - was going to be the real story of Edge's career.
Edge laughed it off, mocking Batista and saying how funny he was. But what was really funny was the bravado of 'the Animal'. Edge went back to how stupid Batista was, with the stupid look on his face and the dumb tattoos all over his overly-muscled body. Edge told Batista that he may not be as big or as powerful as 'the Animal', but he was everything Dave said he was: he was a mastermind, he was a calculated strategist. And while Batista may be a former two-time World Heavyweight Champion, while he may have been the flagbearer of Friday Night SmackDown before he arrived on the scene, nobody had accomplished more in the WWE than him. Edge told Batista not to forget the fact that he was a former twelve-time Tag Team Champion, a five-time WWE Intercontinental Champion. A former WWE United States Champion, a former two-time WWE Champion, and now he was the World Heavyweight Champion. Edge told Batista that he was a world-class competitor, and Batista wasn't just stepping in the ring with 'the Ultimate Opportunist' at SummerSlam, he was stepping in the ring with one of the greatest WWE Superstars in the modern era! Edge panted intensely, as he faced off with Batista before signing the contract - making his half of the match this Sunday official.
Batista told Edge that he had to get this off of his chest. He may be all of those things, he may have done everything in his power to get to where he was - but Edge had something that he wanted, and he was going to take it. Batista said it had been the longest four months of his life, but he was going to get that World Heavyweight Championship back at SummerSlam, and he was going to annihilate Edge to get it. Batista signed the contract, and Long exclaimed that the match was officially one-hundred percent signed - the Greenville crowd cheering Batista on! But Edge wanted to shake on it, offering a handshake to his challenger. Batista was reluctant, but just when he reached in 'the Rated R Superstar' blasted him with a right hand! Edge brought the fight to Batista, but Batista responded with a Spinebuster, taking Edge down! Batista looked for the Batista Bomb, but Edge low blowed 'the Animal' and slipped out of the ring! The World Heavyweight Champion had escaped Batista, and Batista smiled knowingly: but at SummerSlam this Sunday, Edge may have nowhere left to run from 'the Animal'!
OTHER NOTES:
- A vignette aired, taking us back to WrestleMania 22 where Rey Mysterio was crowned the World Heavyweight Champion. 'The Master of the 619' returns this Sunday night at SummerSlam.
- It was mentioned by Michael Cole and John Bradshaw Layfield that Festus Dalton would be sidelined for two to three months after sustaining a broken ankle at the hands of the World's Greatest Tag Team last week.
- It was announced that Finlay would take on The Miz next week on Friday Night SmackDown.
- It was announced that Ashley, Michelle McCool and Maryse would team up to take on Victoria, Trinity and Cherry next week.
- The WWE Smack of the Week aired, recapping Hornswoggle's struggles in whether to help Finlay last week in a tag team match pitting 'the Fighting Irishman' and Jimmy Wang Yang against Carlito and the Miz, which led to Miz claiming the victory for his team.
- A video package recapped the events of the return of Saturday Night's Main Event on NBC last weekend.
- Michael Cole and John Bradshaw Layfield ran down the card for WWE SummerSlam this Sunday night. - An advertisement aired, promoting WWE SummerSlam, live on pay-per-view on Sunday, August 26.
DARK MATCH: Kevin Thorn def. Rosey DARK MATCH: Drew McIntyre def. Johnny Jeter
WWE SummerSlam - August 26, 2007 - East Rutherford, NJ - Airlines Arena
WWE Championship John Cena (c) vs Randy Orton vs Jeff HardyWorld Heavyweight Championship Edge (c) vs Batista
Triple H vs UmagaECW World Championship Marcus Cor Von (c) vs CM PunkRey Mysterio vs Chavo Guerrero
WWE United States Championship Montel Vontavious Porter (c) vs Matt Hardy
Mr Kennedy vs King Booker - Matches to be announced. 2 DAYS AWAY!
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Post by DTP. on Feb 28, 2019 18:52:54 GMT -5
RAW - August 25, 2007 - Hershey, Pennsylvania - Giant Center:
- The Highlanders def. La Résistance - Santino Marella and Maria def. Harry Smith and Melina - Hardcore Holly and Cody Rhodes def. Kenny Dykstra and William Regal - Mark Henry def. Snitsky by disqualification - Beth Phoenix (c) def. Candice Michelle to retain the WWE Women's Championship - Lance Cade and Trevor Murdoch (c) def. Cryme Tyme to retain the World Tag Team Championship - Bobby Lashley (c) def. Chris Masters to retain the WWE Intercontinental Championship - King Booker def. Mr Kennedy - John Cena (c) def. Jeff Hardy & Randy Orton to retain the WWE Championship
SmackDown/ECW - August 25, 2007 - Trenton, New Jersey - Sovereign Bank Arena:- D-Lo Brown def. Elijah Burke - The Major Brothers def. Deuce 'n' Domino - Big Daddy V def. Stevie Richards - Paul London and Brian Kendrick (c) def. The World's Greatest Tag Team to retain the WWE Tag Team Championship - The Great Khali def. Shannon Moore - Matt Hardy, Finlay and Chuck Palumbo def. Montel Vontavious Porter, The Miz and Kevin Thorn - Chavo Guerrero def. Jimmy Wang Yang - Michelle McCool and Ashley def. Victoria and Trinity - Marcus Cor Von (c) def. CM Punk to retain the ECW World Championship - Batista def. Edge (c) by disqualification; Edge retains the World Heavyweight Championship
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Post by DTP. on Mar 1, 2019 13:53:25 GMT -5
August 26, 2007 - East Rutherford, New Jersey - Airlines Arena (17,441) RAW, SmackDown & ECW Presentation "Whine Up" by Kat DeLuna ft. Elephant Man Live on Pay-Per-View (537,000)
CARD RESULTS:
MATCH ONE // WWE Intercontinental Champion Bobby Lashley, Chris Benoit and Finlay def. Carlito, Chris Masters and John Morrison in 11:25 after the Crossface by Benoit on Morrison. This was a cross-brand six-man tag team match that was added over the weekend on WWE.com. Chris Benoit was making his first appearance since losing a two-out-of-three falls number one contender's match to CM Punk shy of three weeks ago, and he looked better than ever tonight. Meanwhile 'the Unstoppable' Bobby Lashley had a score to settle with Chris Masters after 'the Masterpiece' left 'Hacksaw' Jim Duggan laying with the Masterlock last Monday night on RAW. As for Finlay, it was a test for 'the Fighting Irishman' following a fallout with little buddy Hornswoggle, who was convinced by the Miz that he "deserved more" than to assist Finlay in each match. Finlay looked to be in trouble during the match, as the effective Caribbean and 'the Shaman of Sexy' went to work on isolating Finlay, keeping him grounded and separated from Lashley and Benoit. But the tag was finally made, and Lashley was able to get his redemption on Chris Masters with several gorilla press slams! The match soon spilled out of control when Carlito hit the Backstabber on Finlay, but Lashley delivered a Spear to the Caribbean. Masters looked to apply the Masterlock on Lashley when Benoit broke it up with repeat German suplexes - and it came down to 'the Rabid Wolverine' and John Morrison. Morrison's attempt at a springboard went awry, and Benoit capitalized forcing 'the Guru of Greatness' to tap out! Benoit was the victor for his team, and the WWE Intercontinental Champion and 'the Fighting Irishman' celebrated their victory triumphant over an angry Carlito, John Morrison and Chris Masters to kick off SummerSlam.
- The WWE Chairman Shane McMahon was backstage walking the halls, when he was suddenly stopped by the World Tag Team Champions. Lance Cade and Trevor Murdoch wanted to speak to Shane, complaining that this was 'the Biggest Party of the Summer', and they weren't booked? Murdoch said it was bogus, whilst Cade complained yet again about not being shown respect. Shane told the World Tag Team Champions that with all due respect, he had other business to attend to: but if Cade and Murdoch wanted respect, he suggested they do something about it, reminding the two men of what his father used to encourage: Ruthless Aggression.
- Anastasia Rose was standing by with the WWE United States Champion Montel Vontavious Porter, looking for comments from 'the Franchise Playa' ahead of his title defense against Matt Hardy tonight. MVP told Anastasia that to call it a title defense was much like calling the Continental Airlines Arena the home of the Jersey Devils - it wasn't. MVP bragged about being the WWE United States Champion and being unbeatable. Yet again he called himself the most valuable player on Friday Night SmackDown, and called Matt Hardy a joke. And tonight he was going to beat Matt Hardy and get it through to Hardy's thick skull that not only was he not as good an athlete as Montel Vontavious Porter: he was nowhere close!
MATCH TWO // WWE United States Championship: Montel Vontavious Porter (c) def. Matt Hardy in 12:45 after a roll-up with his feet on the ropes. This match has been all about who the superior athlete was, and to MVP it had become personal. Feeling insulted by the approach of Matt Hardy, who clearly has wanted to simply frustrate 'the Franchise Playa' since the get-go, these two have competed in a push-up contest, an arm-wrestling match and a basketball challenge in previous weeks. They even got into a war of words in introducing Evander Holyfield last week on Saturday Night's Main Event. But the WWE United States Champion was here to play tonight, wanting to prove that he was a better wrestler than Matt Hardy. Hardy brought his A-game, bringing the fight to MVP early on. This threw Porter in a loop, and he tried to get himself counted out, just to get dragged back into the bout by the challenger. Hardy hit the diving legdrop and was determined to claim the win, but Porter was able to kick out. MVP wisely took out the leg of Hardy and went right to work on it; MVP applying a variation of the Indian deathlock, and Hardy looked to be in a bad way - but after moments in the hold, Hardy was able to reach the ropes! Hardy was fighting on one leg and had MVP reeling after the Side Effect, but Porter would not stay down and this match was destined to continue. The two were all out of energy, when Porter attempted a Playmaker, reversed into a Twist of Fate - which was blocked, and MVP snatched the win with his feet on the ropes for leverage! Porter had escaped SummerSlam with the WWE United States Champion - but perhaps not as a better wrestler than Matt Hardy! Hardy tried to tell the referee otherwise, but 'the Franchise Playa' raised his title high, having retained the title tonight.
- Rebecca was backstage with the ECW World Champion Marcus Cor Von and Elijah Burke, wanting to get 'the Alpha Male's thoughts moments away from putting his title on the line against CM Punk. Marcus Cor Von laughed that this was going to be a walk in the park. The New Breed's very first SummerSlam, and sure not to be the last. Cor Von told Rebecca to bask in the aura of the New Breed - they were walking into SummerSlam with the ECW World Championship. And they were going to walk out with the ECW World Championship. Cor Von reminded everybody that he had beaten CM Punk once before, and he was going to do it again tonight, and again whenever 'the Straight Edge Superstar' decided to step to him again. Because he was the ECW World Champion today, just like tomorrow, much like the day after that. And that's just how sweet life was.
MATCH THREE // ECW World Championship: CM Punk def. Marcus Cor Von (c) in 9:17 after Go To Sleep. 'The Straight Edge Superstar' had been clamoring for this opportunity ever since he was screwed out of the ECW World Championship back at Vengeance: Night of Champions, and if there was one thing CM Punk wanted more than anything in the world, it was to beat Marcus Cor Von, second only to taking his ECW World Championship. 'The Alpha Male' had been the ECW World Champion since One Night Stand back in June, and since then he has ushered in the Era of the New Breed on ECW, practically running the show in cohoots with Elijah Burke and the corrupt General Manager, Armando Estrada. Elijah Burke accompanied 'the Alpha Male' down to the ring, but before the bell rang D-Lo Brown made his way down to ringside, and Brown slapped the taste right out of 'the Elijah Experience's mouth! Brown fought with Burke to the back - tonight at SummerSlam there would be no hijinks from the New Breed. Punk and Cor Von wrestled back and forth early on, but the mass size of the champion allowed Cor Von to gain control. He hammered on Punk and attempted to keep him grounded throughout the match, but despite everything he threw Punk's way, 'the Straight Edge Superstar' was able to kick out. A powerslam got a near fall, a big clothesline got a two-count. Finally Cor Von sized Punk up for the Pounce, but Punk was able to come back with a springboard clothesline! Punk attempted the Anaconda Vise late in the match, but Cor Von was able to send Punk off the ropes and deliver the Pounce - but Punk fell out of the ring! Cor Von was frustrated and dragged Punk back inside, but Punk almost caught Cor Von off-guard with a roundhouse kick and a backslide - and Punk hit GTS out of nowhere to win the title! CM Punk was overjoyed after the match, celebrating with the ECW World Championship that he had fought so hard to win - finally claiming the gold tonight at SummerSlam!
- Assistant General Manager Vickie Guerrero was talking to Kristal in Theodore Long's office, the two discussing how things were going between herself and Teddy romantically. In walked Chavo Guerrero, who did not appear to be in a good way. Vickie asked Kristal to excuse her, and told Chavo that he had to stop punishing himself. 'The Latino Warrior' told Vickie that he wasn't torturing himself, he was preparing himself. Chavo explained that after tonight everything would go back to normal, apologizing to "la familia" for being such a deranged jackass this past couple of weeks. But it would all be okay, because tonight he would end Rey Mysterio's career before he could even make a comeback. Guerrero pulled out the souvenir mask of Mysterio's and looking at it. Vickie told Chavo that he really needed help, telling her nephew to get that mask out of here. After he left, Kristal remarked that Chavo had really lost it.
- Randy Orton was seen stretching ahead of the triple threat main event for the WWE Championship tonight. 'The Legend Killer' was approached by the WWE Chairman Shane McMahon, who attempted to calm Orton down. Randy wouldn't hear it, demanding an explanation from Shane about adding Jeff Hardy to his match. Shane tried to convince Randy that he wanted to put a scare in John Cena. Shane pitched that John Cena had been the WWE Champion for eleven months, but John Cena did not represent what he wanted Shane McMahon's WWE to be. But Randy Orton was. Orton told Shane that this didn't answer his question, but told Shane that it was irrelevant because tonight not only was he going to take the WWE Championship and ring in the Age of Orton, but he was going to bring Jeff Hardy crashing down from the heavens, and back down to reality - where 'the Charismatic Enigma' didn't belong. And when it was all said and done, not John Cena, and not anybody else in the back could stop 'the Legend Killer' from Punting Jeff Hardy's career into a ditch. Orton left, and Shane liked his enthusiasm.
MATCH FOUR // Mr Kennedy def. King Booker (w/Queen Sharmell) in 8:37 after the Mic Check. Before the match King Booker took to the microphone after his charming wife's introduction for the King, Booker addressing the people of New Jersey. He called it a true honor for these people to witness royalty in action for the first time ever. Booker said that East Rutherford didn't know royalty unless it hit them in the face, and called the people of this fair city peasants. Finally he was interrupted by Mr Kennedy, his opponent tonight. Kennedy reached for the microphone above in the ring and told Booker that if there was ever somebody that needed to shut their mouths, it was him. Kennedy told Booker that he thought he was a loudmouth, but clearly King Booker had a bigger problem spewing verbal diarrhoea all over the place. Kennedy declared victory tonight and announced his name when Booker jumped Kennedy, kick starting this match. This all started when Kennedy had had enough of being treated as a puppet by Chairman Shane McMahon, and Kennedy left Booker high and dry three weeks ago on RAW. Kennedy mocked Booker's royalty this past week, and Booker left him laying, setting up this match. Booker pounded away at Kennedy throughout the match, but showboated to draw the ire of the New Jersey crowd, who got heavily behind Kennedy. Finally Kennedy fought back, and Booker grew frustrated. Sharmell passed her husband his royal sceptre, but Kennedy ducked and dropped Booker with the Mic Check for the win! Kennedy proudly announced the winner of the match as himself after the match, while Booker had to be restrained by his wife, frustrated with the loss.
- Jeff Hardy was mentally getting ready for the WWE Championship triple threat match tonight, looking at his reflection in the mirror. Matt Hardy appeared behind Jeff, and the Hardys reunited, hugging it out. Jeff told Matt how great it was to see him, and Matt said the same. Jeff apologized to his brother about losing to Montel Vontavious Porter tonight, but Matt told Jeff that it was alright because he had a feeling the WWE United States Champion would be seeing more of him after cheating to win tonight. Matt told Jeff that he dropped by to simply wish him luck, assuring Jeff that he had this. This was what he had worked his entire career for, and tonight at SummerSlam he was certain Jeff Hardy would finally reach the mountain top and win the WWE Championship. Matt wished Jeff luck again, leaving 'the Charismatic Enigma' to continue looking at his reflection.
MATCH FIVE // Rey Mysterio def. Chavo Guerrero in 8:11 after the West Coast Pop. 'The Latino Warrior' had been a nervous wreck for the past month, ever since the vignettes had started to air previewing that Rey Mysterio was returning at SummerSlam. It had cost Guerrero everything: losing the WWE Cruiserweight Championship to the Hurricane at the Great American Bash; his sanity, as Guerrero now sported a full beard and looked like he hadn't slept in weeks; not to mention his relationship with Vickie Guerrero, who had had enough of Chavo's unpredictable assaults on SmackDown Superstars. Rey Mysterio returned to a massive ovation from the Continental Airlines Arena, 'the Master of the 619' dressed as the Silver Surfer, covered in bodypaint. This was Rey's first appearance in a WWE ring since his knee was attacked by Chavo Guerrero in an I Quit match last October, and Mysterio looked to be in prime condition. Guerrero couldn't believe his eyes as the bell sounded, and immediately Rey flew around the ring and caught Chavo off-guard at every turn. Guerrero managed to escape a 619 attempt early, and Rey responded by clearing a somersault plancha on Chavo out on the floor! But Rey's luck soon turned, as Chavo sent Rey knee first into the ring steps. From here on out, Chavo went right to work on the knee of Mysterio, looking to try and re-injure the repaired leg of 'the Master of the 619'. Chavo was booed but he was all over Rey, not letting Mysterio get back up. He had Rey locked in a single legged Boston crab, but Rey had East Rutherford behind him - and Rey finally made the ropes. Guerrero tried to keep Mysterio from fighting back, but Rey limped his way into an enzuigiri on Guerrero; Mysterio back in the driver's seat following a hurricanrana! Mysterio on one leg hobbled around the ring, but Chavo was able to reverse a hurricanrana into a devastating powerbomb. Chavo talked trash to Rey, slapping him around and taking out the souvenir mask of Mysterio's. But this was his downfall after Mysterio dropkicked a charging Chavo into the ropes; delivering the 619 and taking the win! Mysterio celebrated the win by diving into the crowd - as 'the Master of the 619' was back in action, and he was victorious in his return, avenging the injury caused by Chavo last October!
- Rebecca was standing by in the locker room with CM Punk, who was enjoying a celebration party held by D-Lo Brown, Cryme Tyme and WWE Tag Team Champions Paul London and Brian Kendrick. Rebecca noted that 'the Straight Edge Superstar' was the new ECW World Champion and wanted to get his thoughts. Punk couldn't even muster up the words to say, claiming that this was just the beginning, and that he was going to take ECW to new heights. All of a sudden Chris Benoit showed up, 'the Rabid Wolverine' confronting Punk for the first time since losing to Punk in two-out-of-three falls several weeks ago. After moments of tension, Benoit congratulated Punk and shook his hand, calling him "champ". Benoit left, and the WWE Superstars continued to applaud and congratulate Punk. Cryme Tyme noted that they knew he didn't drink, so they had one better. London and Kendrick then proceeded to pour Pepsi all over 'the Straight Edge Superstar', reminiscent of when Andre the Giant poured champagne over Hulk Hogan once upon a time! D-Lo said that they weren't finished yet though, and Punk's eyes widened upon the sight of Extreme Exposé dressed in bikinis, performing a sensual dance for the new ECW World Champion. "Is being the champ good, or what?"
- The WWE Chairman Shane McMahon was seen walking the halls backstage when he came across Jeff Hardy. The boss approached 'the Charismatic Enigma', who tried to tell Shane that he was busy getting into the zone ahead of the WWE Championship triple threat match. Shane tried to explain to Hardy the stakes tonight - the odds were stacked against him. Shane talked about how John Cena and Randy Orton were both former World Champions, but to Jeff this was the great known. Shane reminded Jeff of how Orton blew his opportunity at cashing in Money in the Bank and taking the WWE Championship; and how Cena had tried to save Hardy from Orton's Punt kick on two occasions. Jeff got fired up, telling Shane that he was a man on his own, and he didn't need saving from anybody. Hardy repeated that Randy Orton had hell to pay - and John Cena had something he wanted, and he was going to take it tonight! Hardy smacked his hands on the wall and walked away, leaving Shane with a big smirk on his face, clearly trying to motivate the challengers to take the title from Cena tonight.
- Funaki was backstage standing by with the World Heavyweight Champion Edge ahead of his title defense tonight against 'the Animal' Batista. Funaki asked 'the Rated R Superstar' if he was scared of the challenger tonight, which seriously annoyed the champion. Edge glared at Funaki and told him that he was not afraid of 'the Animal' - he was better than him. Edge reminded Funaki that each and every step of the way, he was one step ahead of Batista. It's like he's said before, Batista was incredibly powerful and a monster of a man to go up against. But Edge had the brains that Batista didn't - he was smart, intelligent, sophisticated. Edge said that he was a mastermind, 'the Ultimate Opportunist'. And tonight, while Batista can throw him around and whine and cry about wanting to take the World Heavyweight Championship from him, there would be just one man that will walk out with this title, and it sure as hell wasn't going to be 'the Animal'. Edge proceeded to shove 'SmackDown's Number One Announcer' down, calling him a pathetic broadcast journalist.
MATCH SIX // World Heavyweight Championship: Edge (c) def. Batista in 14:24 after the Spear. Each and every step of the way, 'the Rated R Superstar' was one step ahead of the challenger tonight. Arriving on Friday Night SmackDown at Vengeance: Night of Champions, Edge decimated the Undertaker interfering in Batista's opportunity to become a three-time World Heavyweight Champion and causing the title to be stripped from 'the Phenom' due to injury. Flash-forward a month to the Great American Bash, where Edge was able to outsmart Batista, cheaply winning the vacant World Heavyweight Championship. Batista was a driven man, having lost the World Heavyweight title to the Undertaker back at WrestleMania 23; being sidelined due to injuries sustained in a Last Man Standing match with the Undertaker at Backlash; and of course, being screwed out of the title thanks to 'the Ultimate Opportunist' on two separate occasions. Edge wisely avoided contact with Batista early, the mastermind trying to get inside the head of the challenger - but 'the Animal' soon had enough and forced Edge into the ring. Batista was on the attack, powering Edge around the ring as foreseen by 'the Ultimate Opportunist' before this match, but Edge was able to dodge a charging Batista, sending 'the Animal' crashing shoulder-first into the ring post. With an opening in sight, Edge attacked the surgically repaired arm of 'the Animal', pounding away at it and attempting to hyper-extend it with an unorthodox armbar from the champion. But Batista refused to give in, and the fans in Earth Rutherford were strongly behind Batista as he powered out of it. Later, Batista was able to break kick out of a camel clutch and started taking Edge down with clothesline after clothesline. Batista delivered the Spinebuster, and the Continental Airlines Arena lit up, when Batista charged Edge at the ropes, just for 'the Ultimate Opportunist' to drag the official in the way, taking the referee out! Edge nailed the Edgecution, but then decided on leaving the ring to introduce two steel chairs. Edge had the One-Man Conchairto in mind, but Batista fought back, delivering a desperation Batista Bomb to Edge! Batista covered, but with no referee in sight it was no use. Batista attempted to revive the official, when the Great Khali came from behind, a giant chop knocking Batista silly! Khali delivered the Tree Slam to 'the Animal' whilst the referee revived, yet Batista still kicked out! Khali watched from ringside with Runjin Singh, as Edge followed up with the Spear, cementing the win! Edge had narrowly retained the title, and this time it was 'the Punjabi Giant' that had cost Batista big at SummerSlam!
- In his office SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long was in uproar over the Great Khali costing Batista the World Heavyweight Championship. He lamented his disdain for 'the Rated R Superstar' Edge to his girlfriend Kristal, when ECW General Manager Armando Estrada entered the room puffing on a cigar. Long ordered Estrada to put the cigar out, to which Estrada grinned and told Teddy that it was good to see him too. Long asked Armando what he wanted, to which the Cuban told Long that he was just checking in, but wanted to tell Teddy that he had had a good run - but his time was coming. Long asked Estrada what he was talking about, to which the ECW GM asked him if he hadn't heard - Shane McMahon was not happy with the way Teddy had continued to be running business. And he was coming to visit on Friday night on SmackDown. Armando re-lit his cigar, telling Teddy to enjoy his job while he could, because soon enough there could be a new SmackDown General Manager in charge - and he had a good feeling it would be Armando. Alejandro. Estrada. But Long snatched the cigar from Estrada's hand and threw it, telling Armando that he was real tired of his crap. A furious Teddy told Armando to tell Shane McMahon to come to SmackDown, because he was going to show Shane why Friday Night SmackDown was the best brand in the WWE today, and that it was all thanks to his ownership! Estrada chuckled again, telling Long he'd tell Shane he'd be expecting him.
- Ring announcer Lilian Garcia was in the ring, happily introducing the WWE Divas. Out came Candice Michelle, Torrie Wilson, Michelle McCool, Mickie James, Ashley, Maryse and Extreme Exposé in bikinis, the Divas introduced separately on their way to the ring to the Continental Airlines Arena's delight. They were suddenly interrupted by Victoria and Trinity, who were not dressed in bikinis - they meant business. Trinity with a microphone in hand spoke in her fiery Italian tongue, when Victoria chimed in saying that it was insulting to this business that these Divas represented the women's division. She said that each and every one of them parading out here naked spoke volumes for how talentless they truly were compared to them. Trinity claimed that they were the hottest, most talented women's wrestlers in the WWE today, when Jillian Hall suddenly interrupted. The crowd booed as Hall strutted out to the ring in her bikini, singing "Umbrella" by Rihanna badly en route to the ring. Jillian with a headset microphone on claimed that Victoria and Trinity were dead wrong, because when it came to talent, they needed to look no further than the next breakout star in R&B today, Jillian Hall!
Hall paraded the ring and bragged about her new album that would be coming out this winter, when she was cut off by Melina. 'The Paparazzi Princess' was dressed beautifully and surrounded by paparazzi as always, the former WWE Women's Champion strutting down to the ring and snatching the microphone away from Victoria. Melina bluntly told the Divas that out of everybody in this ring tonight, they were all wannabes. Melina reminded them of who the hottest commodity was, who all the photographers and cameramen wanted to see, and wanted to take pictures and videos of. Melina referred to herself, and told Victoria and Trinity particularly that they had nothing on what she brought to the table. Beth Phoenix made her way out to the ring, the new WWE Women's Champion climbing into the ring with all eyes on her. She snatched the mic from Melina - but then lamped Candice Michelle with it! All of a sudden a massive brawl broke out amongst the Divas, with Candice, Torrie, McCool, Mickie, Ashley, Maryse, Kelly Kelly, Layla and Brooke easily eliminating Melina, Victoria, Jillian, Trinity and Beth from the ring! The Divas continued to flaunt their stuff to the crowd's delight, leaving the other women at ringside, arguing between themselves!
- The WWE Chairman Shane McMahon talking to his mother Linda McMahon on the phone, Shane telling Linda how great SummerSlam was going and responded to her that his late father would be proud of him. In walked the WWE Champion John Cena, who smiled in Shane's face. He told his mom he'd call her back. John told Shane that he had heard he was trying to stir the pot and rile Jeff Hardy and Randy Orton up tonight. Cena told Shane that he knew he hated his guts, and it's no secret John didn't like him either. But what it came down to was the WWE Championship tonight, and Cena didn't care what Shane threw in his way, he was ready. He'd been to Hell and back all the same before with Eric Bischoff and Vince McMahon. Cena told Shane that he was ready for anything, and tonight it would be no different when he would beat Jeff Hardy and Randy Orton, and keep the Holy Grail of the WWE - this title. Cena left, leaving Shane to smirk silently in response.
MATCH SEVEN // Triple H def. Umaga in 10:21 after the Pedigree. Tonight was the night of the in-ring return of 'the King of Kings'. It was back on January 7 of this year when 'the Game' went down with a torn quadriceps, five-and-a-half years following his previous torn quadriceps muscle on his other leg. In his absence, 'the Samoan Bulldozer' Umaga has been an imposing force on Monday Night RAW, a two-time WWE Intercontinental Champion and somebody that has terrorized Monday nights. After losing the title to Bobby Lashley at the Great American Bash, Umaga went on a violent path of destruction; leaving WWE Superstars laying left and right in his wake. But when Umaga assaulted Jerry 'the King' Lawler and looked to finish the WWE Hall of Famer off, Triple H made his return. In past weeks both men have been at each other's throats, with both men practically wanting to kill each other. But it was a lack of respect from Triple H to his brother-in-law Shane McMahon that caused Shane to temporarily suspend Triple H. And in the two weeks he was suspended, Umaga disrupted a family reunion when Stephanie McMahon returned to RAW, and threatened to throw 'the Game's wife from a high balcony backstage - leading to Triple H being reinstated. Back for good, 'the Game' was here tonight not to wrestle but to fight - and he was bigger, better, faster and stronger. Umaga and Triple H went right at it as the bell sounded, both men immediately spilling out to the floor, where Triple H sent 'the Samoan Savage' into the ring steps. Triple H busted Umaga open in an aggressive flurry of punches, but it appeared that the blood only made Umaga madder. Umaga started absorbing blows and immediately fought back; 'the Samoan Bulldozer' beating on Triple H. He dragged 'the Game' out to the announce table where he pounded on 'the Cerebral Assassin' until he bled, then proceeded to scream at Jerry Lawler. 'The King' did not take kindly to this, as Umaga then got in the WWE Hall of Famer's face - when Triple H came from behind! In the ring 'the Game' hit the Harley Race high knee, but Umaga was once again able to power out from a Pedigree, and delivered a shocking Samoan Spike to the bloody Triple H! He covered, but 'the Game' miraculously kicked out! Umaga was furious now, as he went up to the top rope and appeared to go for the Samoan Splash, but he missed it - and soonafter Triple H planted Umaga with the Pedigree for the win! Triple H was victorious, whilst Umaga recovered and rolled out of the ring in rage. 'The King of Kings' was officially back, but Umaga didn't appear to be done with him. Umaga on the aisleway tried to get back into the ring, but out came the Highlanders, Stevie Richards, Hardcore Holly, Cody Rhodes, the Major Brothers, Jimmy Wang Yang and Shannon Moore to hold 'the Samoan Bulldozer' back. Umaga wasn't having any of it and laid out Wang Yang and Rory McAllister in a rage, but the WWE Superstars were able to contain Umaga, who wanted more from a very game Triple H!
MATCH EIGHT // WWE Championship - Triple Threat match: Randy Orton def. John Cena (c) & Jeff Hardy in 19:35 after the RKO by Orton on Hardy. For John Cena, the odds had constantly been stacked against him. The WWE Champion has not been a fond favorite of authority figures in the past, with Eric Bischoff and the late Vince McMahon both being opposed to the unorthodox flagbearer of the company. But John Cena was a fighter, and he had been the WWE Champion since September 2006, and in that time had overcame the odds against the likes of Umaga, Shawn Michaels, Randy Orton, Edge, the Great Khali, Mick Foley, King Booker and Mr Kennedy en route to 'the Biggest Party of the Summer'. Randy Orton meanwhile was out with something to prove. Hoping to usher in the Age of Orton tonight, 'the Legend Killer' had taken a colder turn in recent weeks, introducing the lethal Punt kick that left Mick Foley senseless, Dusty Rhodes unconscious, and Mark Henry with a minor concussion. And then there was Jeff Hardy: the mainstay of the WWE since signing with the company in 1998 at the age of eighteen, 'the Charismatic Enigma' had grown up before the fans' eyes, and had done all there was to achieve - except win the WWE Championship. Upon cashing in Money in the Bank last weekend at Saturday Night's Main Event however, a jealous and vexed Orton sabotaged the match, and that is what led to Jeff Hardy being added tonight - but there was a red herring, and that was Shane McMahon being more desperate and aggressive than even his late father to get the WWE Championship away from John Cena. Immediately Cena and Hardy teamed up to eliminate Orton from the equation before going at it amongst themselves, but Orton quickly returned. This became an all-out war between the three men, who all badly wanted to become the WWE Champion and leave SummerSlam with the title. Hardy and Orton formed an unlikely alliance later, as they both looked to ensure that Cena would wind up out of the equation of the deciding fall. Cena tried to fight them off, but when the fight spilled out to the floor, Orton beat on Cena whilst Jeff went up to the top rope, diving off with a giant splash through Cena, sending both men through the announce table! But a desperate Orton proceeded to drag Hardy inside and cover him, just for 'the Charismatic Enigma' to kick out! Orton dominated Hardy for a little while, but Hardy soon made a comeback and hit a jawbreaker that sent Orton reeling. Hardy planted Orton with the Twist of Fate out of nowhere, but when he covered, Cena was there to break it up. Cena and Hardy went at it, and Cena wound up coming out on top with the STFU applied. Hardy looked to be on the verge of tapping when Orton managed to break it up! Cena and Orton went blow for blow, and Cena was able to block out the RKO and delivered the F-U on 'the Legend Killer - Cena looked to retain the title when Lance Cade and Trevor Murdoch of all people hit the ring to attack Cena! The World Tag Team Champions were booed profusely, but there were no disqualifications in triple threat matches, and Cade and Murdoch put the boots to Cena! Hardy intervened, tossing Cade out to the apron and whipping Murdoch right into them, sending both men out! Jeff saw his opportunity and took it, climbing to the top and delivering the Swanton Bomb to Cena, but just as Hardy was about to cover, Randy Orton delivered the RKO to Hardy, taking the WWE Championship! It was questionable as to why Cade and Murdoch had interfered in this match, but perhaps it was their mission to claim respect - but it had just cost John Cena the WWE Championship! Randy Orton stood tall, the newly crowned WWE Champion, as SummerSlam went off the air.
OTHER NOTES:
- Jim Ross and Jerry Lawler called the action for the RAW matches, whilst Joey Styles and Tazz called the action for the ECW matches, and Michael Cole and John Bradshaw Layfield commentated the SmackDown matches.
- During the show several WWE Superstars were seen watching SummerSlam from skyboxes in the Continental Airlines Arena, including Santino Marella and Maria in one skybox; the Miz with Brie and Nikki in another; and the odd couple of Mae Young and the Fabulous Moolah in another. Moolah and Mae flirted with a waiter and drank cocktails all night, which led to Mean Gene Okerlund appearing to greet the two WWE Legends and a drunken Mae climbing all over the WWE Hall of Fame ring announcer! Ron Simmons joined the party interrupting the mating ritual attempt, with a DAMN! moment.
- Video packages aired preceding the ECW World Championship match, Rey Mysterio vs Chavo Guerrero, World Heavyweight Championship match, Triple H vs Umaga, and the WWE Championship match.
- An advertisement aired, promoting Monday Night RAW tomorrow night, airing live on the Sci-Fi Network.
- An advertisement aired for WrestleMania 24, which emanates from the Citrus Bowl in Orlando, Florida on March 30, 2008. 217 days away!
- An advertisement aired for the DVD release of "the Condemned" starred Steve Austin.
- An advertisement aired promoting the next pay-per-view event, WWE Unforgiven live on Sunday, September 16. The advertisement was focused around Batista.
Dark match: Santino Marella def. William Regal.
WWE Unforgiven - September 16, 2007 - Memphis, Tennessee - FedEx Forum
- Matches to be announced.
21 DAYS AWAY!
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Post by Deleted on Mar 3, 2019 11:45:35 GMT -5
Dan, this diary is fantastic like usual. Keep up the good work!
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Post by DTP. on Mar 3, 2019 16:33:59 GMT -5
August 27, 2007 - Boston, Massachusetts - TD Banknorth Garden (15,135) "...To Be Loved" by Papa Roach Live on the Sci-Fi Network (3.1)
SHOW REPORT:
- WWE Chairman Shane McMahon was in the ring as Monday Night RAW on the Sci-Fi Network got underway. The boss was clouted with boos from the Boston crowd, causing Shane to hesitate when it came to addressing the TD Banknorth Garden. He finally declared that SummerSlam last night was a huge success, talking about how it was a huge night, and that this was what Shane McMahon's WWE was all about! The crowd booed further, Shane telling the fans that last night saw the ending of an eleven month reign as WWE Champion, and the ushering in of a new era in the company - the Age of Orton. Shane discussed that last night Randy Orton was successful in overcoming Jeff Hardy and John Cena, becoming the new WWE Champion: the champion of the future, the right champion for Shane O'Mac's WWE. The crowd were chanting for their hometown hero John Cena, when Shane said that this was a necessary evil. Shane said that 'the Legend Killer' deserved this moment, to come out here and celebrate a five year journey that has culminated in becoming the WWE Champion. Shane continued to be booed loudly, as he told the fans that Orton would be holding a celebration later tonight. But Randy didn't do it alone, as he had the assistance of two men that have worked their asses off week in and week out, and much like his late father Vince McMahon told so many aspiring WWE Superstars over the years: last night they showed that they had Ruthless Aggression! Shane welcomed out the World Tag Team Champions Lance Cade and Trevor Murdoch to boos, the champions walking down to the ring and shaking hands with the Chairman. They stood beside McMahon, as Shane talked about their struggles in finding respect - but after last night, they finally got it: they earned the respect of Shane McMahon.
The former WWE Champion interrupted, and the hometown hero was in the house! John Cena made his way out to the ring, receiving a largely loud and positive ovation from the sellout crowd in Boston. Cena even received chants, which he acknowledged saying how rare it was. John said it felt great to be back home, but it would have been even better to have walked into his home city with the WWE Championship. But instead, Shane McMahon had usurped him and he tipped his hat to the Chairman. John told Shane that he truly was following in his father's footsteps, which gave him the impression that Shane had daddy issues. The fans laughed, when John talked about how last night he came so close to retaining the WWE Championship - and if it wasn't for the two goons in the ring with Shane, he probably would! But Cade and Murdoch were missing the point, because they may have earned the respect of the boss - but they had just gained a very powerful enemy in John Cena. The fans cheered as Cena told Cade and Murdoch that sucking up to the boss did not grant them the respect that they seeked, instead it gave them a one-way ticket to the danger zone, and now Cena was going to have to whoop their asses! Cena made his way down to the ring, when Shane ordered Cena to wait a second. McMahon smirked, telling John that if it was a fight that Cena wanted, it would be a fight he was going to get: but it wasn't going to be a two-on-one handicap match like last week, Shane gave John more credit than that. Just to show he was a fair boss, he was allowing John Cena to team up with Jeff Hardy tonight in a two-on-three handicap match, against Lance Cade, Trevor Murdoch and King Booker! Cena climbed in the ring, telling Shane how fair a boss he was - but then shrugged, and started fighting with Cade and Murdoch! Cena tried to fight them both single handedly but the numbers game was too strong when King Booker hit the ring to join in on the attack: when Jeff Hardy hit the ring, 'the Charismatic Enigma' aiding Cena in running the World Tag Team Champions and the Chairman off! But with their backs to one another, Jeff and John almost struck one another, facing off after putting it all on the line in the triple threat match last night - and these two men had to co-exist tonight!
- Santino Marella was seen walking the halls of the TD Banknorth Garden arena, 'the Italian Stallion' looking for his girlfriend Maria. He asked a backstage assistant if he knew where Maria was saying that he forgot which way the Divas locker room was. The assistant had no clue. Santino kept walking, when he encountered Jillian Hall, who was practically shrieking to herself, singing along to her iPod. Santino held his ears then tapped her shoulder asking the so-called next breakout R&B singer which way the Divas locker room was. Jillian told him it was down the hall, then disgustedly told Santino to stay away from her while she's practising her voice. Marella told Jillian not to call her day job and kept walking.
MATCH ONE // No-Disqualification: Snitsky def. Mark Henry in 5:38 after hitting Henry with a television monitor. These two behemoths had shared some bad blood in recent weeks, with 'the Freak' Snitsky appearing as an imposing individual in the eyes of the veteran Mark Henry. 'The World's Strongest Man' and Snitsky fought several weeks ago, and Snitsky got himself disqualified. But tonight there was no disqualifications and no count-outs. Mark Henry brought the fight, and this fight quickly spilled out to the ringside area. Mark Henry introduced a steel chair and used it on 'the Freak', but Snitsky grinned in pain. Snitsky low blowed Mark Henry then clocked Henry with the chair himself. Snitsky took apart the announce table and retrieved a television monitor, ripping the cables out and bringing it into the ring, knocking Mark Henry out cold with it for the win! But 'the Freak' wasn't done after the match, delivering a devastating big boot to a stirring 'World's Strongest Man'. A huge statement made by the rotten-toothed madman.
- Bobby Lashley was backstage, the WWE Intercontinental Champion approached by Todd Grisham on a night where he would defend the title against William Regal. Lashley told Todd that he was a man of his word, and when he said he would be a fighting champion, and take on all comers, he meant every bit of it. Bobby told Grisham that William Regal challenged him, and tonight 'the Villain' would find out exactly what made the WWE Intercontinental Champion 'Unstoppable'. Chris Masters showed up, 'the Masterpiece' smirking at Lashley and looking at the gold on his shoulder. He sarcastically told Lashley he hoped he won tonight, claiming he would be coming for that title. Lashley was irked by Masters' appearance.
MATCH TWO // Robert Conway (w/Sylvan Grenier) def. Cody Rhodes (w/Hardcore Holly) in 3:47 after an inside cradle. Cody Rhodes was making moves as one of the newest additions to the RAW roster, having debuted just shy of two months ago, to some success. And part of that success was in part due to the guidance of the long-time veteran Hardcore Holly. Tonight La Résistance however were looking to gain some momentum of their own, as Robert Conway brought the fight to Cody. Rhodes showed heart, but constant distractions from Sylvan at ringside led to Hardcore Holly getting involved, getting himself some of Grenier! In the midst of this, Cody attempted a school boy on Conway, just to get pushed off and wound up clashing heads with Hardcore Holly at ringside, allowing Conway to steal it. Rhodes was mad about the loss afterwards, shoving Hardcore, who in turn slapped Cody across the face. Some tough love between Holly and Rhodes, as Hardcore left Cody in the ring.
- Santino Marella was seen entering a dressing room suspecting Maria to be inside, but 'the Italian Stallion' stumbled across an appalling sight when he opened the door to see the Fabulous Moolah trying to help Mae Young put a bra on! Santino looked like he wanted to die, slyly slipping out. But upon doing so he was cornered by Melina, who flirtatiously pulled Santino close and asked him if he had thought about making a change in who he dated since last week. Melina attempted to sell him on her, saying that he had seen every inch and curve on her beautiful body, and how much more successful she was as a former WWE Women's Champion - something Maria would never be. Not to mention if he was by her side, she would give him all of the fame he had been looking for, reminding him that she was 'the Paparazzi Princess', and all of the cameras would be around. Santino continued to stammer, when Maria showed up telling Melina that she needed to back off! Melina simply smirked, telling Maria that she would - for now. But after her display in tonight's match, Santino might be too distracted to hit second base with a girl scout like her. Maria was left asking Santino what the hell that was about.
- King Booker was backstage with Queen Sharmell, who told her husband that tonight was his shot at redemption. Sharmell said that last night's loss to Mr Kennedy at SummerSlam was a fluke, and he knew it. But tonight he could get back to where he should be, on a throne atop Monday Night RAW by beating John Cena in his home town. Sharmell walked away, when Mr Kennedy was seen hanging out against the wall behind Booker as he walked the hall. Kennedy asked Booker if this was how a King spent his time. Booker was mad that Kennedy was here, and demanded an explanation. Kennedy simply said that it wasn't very royal of him to suck up to a boss like Shane McMahon. Booker told Kennedy that he knew what he was trying to do, mess with the King - but after SummerSlam's fluke win, Kennedy had nothing on him, and he was going to show Kennedy how by beating John Cena to a pulp. Kennedy called after him, calling Booker he was a stooge, clearly getting a kick out of King Booker's loyalty to Shane McMahon.
MATCH THREE // Sandman def. Kenny Dykstra in 3:45 by disqualification after Johnny Jeter attacked Sandman. This was a rematch from this past week on WWE Heat, where the ECW Original fell victim to Kenny Dykstra continuing Dykstra's recent winning streak. But following the match Dykstra was attacked by an angered Sandman, who beat him with a Singapore cane to the fans' delight. Dykstra was hesitant to start the match, leaving the ring when Sandman went out and dragged him in, dominating and causing Kenny to try and run in the early moments of this match. Sandman was in control of Kenny when Johnny Jeter made his return to Monday Night RAW, jumping Sandman from behind! Jeter and Dykstra, the former Spirit Squad members teamed up, delivering a two-man variation of the former Spirit Squad big back body drop finisher, leaving the Extremist laying! What was Johnny doing back on RAW?
- Jeff Hardy was in the locker room preparing for the two-on-three handicap match tonight with John Cena against Lance Cade, Trevor Murdoch and Shane McMahon - when Umaga suddenly jumped 'the Charismatic Enigma'! 'The Samoan Bulldozer' was on another violent rampage after losing to Triple H last night. Jeff tried to fight back against Umaga, but Umaga pummelled Hardy and slammed his head into a steel locker! Umaga slapped the steel door on Hardy's head, leaving Hardy laying. How would Hardy be able to compete tonight?
MATCH FOUR // Handicap match: John Cena def. King Booker and World Tag Team Champions Lance Cade and Trevor Murdoch (w/Queen Sharmell) in 8:04 after the STFU by Cena on Booker. Before the match Shane McMahon addressed John Cena on the rampway, talking about the unfortunate circumstances that preceded this match involving Jeff Hardy being attacked by Umaga. Shane told John that it's such a shame that Jeff would be unable to compete tonight - but the show must go on and it would be a three-on-one handicap match! John had his hometown crowd strongly behind him as he tried to handle the distractions from his opponents' partners - Cena desperate for revenge against the men that helped cost him the WWE Championship last night at SummerSlam. But the effective experience of the World Tag Team Champions kept him at bay, and Booker was determined to beat Cena in his hometown after suffering a loss to Mr Kennedy twenty-four hours ago. Cena finally made a comeback and sent both Cade and Murdoch sailing from the ring, leaving him alone with the Booker, who he made tap out! But Cade and Murdoch crashed the party, putting the boots to Cena and mocking the former WWE Champion! Cena was all alone and beaten down in his hometown, when Triple H's music hit, and out came 'the Game'! Triple H made the save for John Cena, running off Cade and Murdoch, and helping Cena up to his feet! An intense staredown followed, before Triple H raised Cena's hand. 'The Game' was back, but it didn't seem like there was any love lost between these two WWE Superstars.
- Todd Grisham was backstage with Kenny Dykstra and Johnny Jeter, asking the Spirit Squad alumnus about Jeter's return to Monday Night RAW. Jeter told Todd that his buddy Kenny gave him a call and said that he needed a little help with Sandman, and he came running at the opportunity. Kenny explained that Johnny Jeter was a lot like him, that they both were tragically undervalued and underrated by these moronic people. But now, without the dead weight of the Spirit Squad like Nicky, Mikey and Mitch - they were back together, and they proved tonight against Sandman just how good they were. They put their hands in, declaring themselves the Party Crashers.
- Backstage Santino Marella and Maria were spotted arguing, with Maria telling 'the Italian Stallion' that if he wanted to be with Melina so badly, to just go and make out with her already. Maria stormed off, while Santino was left dramatically trying to plead with Maria not to go. Santino appeared devastated, dropping to his knees.
- The Fabulous Moolah and Mae Young were introduced to the ring to a pleasant response from the respectful Boston, Massachusetts crowd - Moolah and Mae's fun the night before at SummerSlam recapped. The two rented out a skybox in the Continental Airlines Arena and were having a blast, drinking cocktails and watching the show. But as the night went on, Mae became intoxicated and started flirting with their waiter, and even attempted to mount WWE Hall of Fame ring announcer Mean Gene Okerlund. Moolah talked about how great it was to be back in a WWE ring, after all of these years. Moolah reminded the people that she was the WWE Women's Champion for twenty-eight years, something that would never be beaten - but when she looks at the ladies in the WWE today, she sees so much potential. Suddenly the WWE Women's Champion Beth Phoenix interrupted, 'the Glamazon' making her way down to the ring not looking happy as per usual. Beth climbed into the ring, causing Mae to blurt out asking who the hell she was. Beth snatched the microphone from her telling Mae that she was Beth Phoenix, the new WWE Women's Champion - but it's not like her memory was any good. Beth declared herself as 'the Glamazon', and somebody that was taking the WWE Divas division by storm. Phoenix turned on Moolah and Mae, calling them fossils and relics of the past - telling Beth that they belonged in the ground and she was going to be the one to do it. Mae got ready to fight Beth, squaring up to 'the Glamazon' despite Moolah's reservations: and Beth shoved Mae down to the canvas, then decked the Fabulous Moolah for good measure! Beth closed in on Mae Young, who still very much wanted to fight, but Candice Michelle ran down to the ring, elbowing 'the Glamazon' repeatedly and knocking her out of the ring with a dropkick! Candice wanted her title back, and the former WWE Women's Champion helped Mae and Moolah back to their feet, raising their hands in victory whilst 'the Glamazon' Beth Phoenix looked on in distaste for the rude interruption!
- Todd Grisham was outside of the trainer's office where he reported that things were not looking good on the condition of Mark Henry after he was struck by a television monitor earlier tonight. Grisham said 'the World's Strongest Man' was still out cold from the blow, and may have suffered a serious concussion at the hands of Snitsky. Suddenly Snitsky walked up, snickering and simply uttering the word "good".
- Shane McMahon was in his office furious over how the three-on-one handicap match had turned out. The WWE Chairman sat down at his desk, muttering about Triple H getting involved in his business. King Booker, Queen Sharmell and the World Tag Team Champions Lance Cade and Trevor Murdoch showed up, causing the WWE Chairman to ask what the hell happened tonight. Shane was mad about John Cena managing to defeat all three of them. Cade and Murdoch complained that it was all Booker's fault, saying they were perfectly capable and would have won, if it wasn't for Booker tapping out to the STFU. Booker got angry with the champions, telling them that if anything he saved their asses from a butt-whooping. Shane agreed with Cade and Murdoch, saying that he knew King Booker liked to think he was royalty, but a real King doesn't lose twice in two consecutive nights! Shane shouted at Booker, saying he dropped the ball again tonight, much like last night! Sharmell tried to speak up for her husband's sake, but Shane told her it was between him and Booker. The boss threatened the King, telling him that next week he would have a rematch with Mr Kennedy, and if he couldn't manage to break that loudmouth's jaw, there would be hell to pay! Booker glared at Shane, telling him that a King wouldn't be talked to like this, telling Shane that he was a different man to the guy he once knew.
MATCH FIVE // WWE Intercontinental Championship: Bobby Lashley (c) def. William Regal in 4:38 after the Spear. 'The Unstoppable' Bobby Lashley was a fighting champion, taking on allcomers in previous weeks. William Regal challenged him to this match last week, and the WWE Intercontinental Champion was more than happy to take up the challenge. 'The Villain' roughed Lashley up in the early moments of the match, the Blackpool native nailing Lashley with a Knee Trembler, but Lashley was able to power out. Regal was beside himself in frustration that nothing could finish Lashley off, which led to Lashley fighting back and defeating Regal following the Spear. After the match Lashley celebrated his win when Chris Masters came from behind, attacking Lashley! 'The Masterpiece' was all over Lashley after Lashley ruined his Masterlock Challenge last week, and Masters applied the Masterlock on Lashley after a brief comeback from the champ! Masters finally reigned supreme, the tightly applied Masterlock causing Lashley to pass out in pain: Masters left the WWE Intercontinental Champion laying, and he left the ring looking smugger than ever.
- Triple H was in his locker room, 'the Game' being welcomed back by the Highlanders and Cryme Tyme. He took a seat, when WWE Chairman Shane McMahon stormed in, the boss confronting his brother-in-law about earlier tonight. Shane asked Triple H what the hell he thought he was doing getting involved in personal business. 'The King of Kings' called Shane a stick in the mud, saying that he was just doing what was right - and what was right was making sure Shane didn't blow his load as usual, acting like his old man and abusing his power. Shane asked Hunter what that was supposed to mean, then asked him who reinstated 'the Game' several weeks ago to fight Umaga. Triple H smirked, telling him that Shane also suspended him. But it had nothing to do with Shane O'Mac: 'the Samoan Bulldozer' threatened his wife Stephanie, and he got even with 'the Samoan Savage'. Shane sarcastically thanked him for that, saying that Umaga beat Jeff Hardy up tonight, but Triple H wisecracked that that's probably what Shane planned all along. He claimed he wasn't going to say what everybody was saying about Shane about him being like his father: but he wasn't. Shane was smarter, but Triple H saw right through Shane. McMahon gritted his teeth, telling Hunter that he wanted him to be a team player for his vision of what the WWE was all about - announcing that he would face Umaga next week in a rematch from SummerSlam in a Street Fight, and that he'd better beat the Samoan to a bloody pulp.
MATCH SIX // Mickie James def. Melina in 1:28 after the Mickie-DT. 'The Paparazzi Princess' had gotten in between the romantic relationship that Santino Marella and Maria had tonight, but now she was going up against Mickie James, who was returning after several weeks away from the ring. Mickie and Melina went back and forth, but almost immediately Santino Marella came stomping out to the ring which distracted Melina, allowing Mickie to claim the win! After the match Santino got in the ring with a microphone in hand, telling Melina that he had thought about it, and he didn't find her attractive: but it wasn't her, it was him! Santino marched out of the ring triumphantly, having declined the advances of 'the Paparazzi Princess'. Maria came out to the rampway surprised by her boyfriend, where Santino suddenly dipped and French kissed Maria! Even Maria was in shock as Santino went to the back.
- King Booker and Queen Sharmell were seen leaving the building, Booker and Sharmell talking about the disrespect that Shane McMahon had shown them. Mr Kennedy appeared, smirking at Booker and telling him that he told him so. Kennedy said that Booker sucked up to the boss and it didn't pay off, because Shane McMahon didn't respect the King. So why all the loyalty? If anything, Shane should be bowing down at the King's feet. Sharmell tried to convince Booker to take no notice, but Booker squared up to Kennedy and told him that it's been a bad week, but even kings have bad weeks. But next week on RAW, King Booker was going to bring hell to Mr Kennedy, if he could dig that. Kennedy told Booker he dug it, and that he'd be expecting it, when he beats King Booker again. Booker kicked a storage crate in frustration after the smug Kennedy left.
- The WWE Chairman Shane McMahon was stood in the centre of the ring as RAW returned, the boss talking once again about the events of last night's triple threat match at SummerSlam. Shane talked about the culmination of a five year journey to the top, and now the man he was about to introduce at this time was the WWE Champion, and the ideal individual to lead the Shane McMahon vision for the company into a new era - Randy Orton! The new WWE Champion Randy Orton made his way out to the ring to loud boos from the pro-Cena crowd in Boston, 'the Legend Killer' slowly walking down to the ring with a big smirk on his face. Orton climbed into the ring and stood on the second rope, posing with the WWE Championship in hand among the loud boos from the TD Banknorth Garden. Shane once again asked the crowd to give it up for the new WWE Champion, to which the crowd responded with loud boos. The fans even chanted "assh*le" at the new champ, who smiled at the fans' disdain for him. Randy Orton talked about how this was what had been coming for a long, long time. To hold the WWE Championship in his hands was a great honor. He talked about all of the greats, including Bruno Sammartino, Superstar Billy Graham, Hulk Hogan, Bret Hart, Shawn Michaels, Stone Cold Steve Austin, The Rock - the list goes on, and on, and on: and none of them could compare to the man with the gold before us today. Orton asked the people out of everybody in the WWE today, was there anybody that could be a better representative to this company than 'the Legend Killer'. He walked into the WWE in 2002, and he quickly emerged as the youngest World Heavyweight Champion in history at the age of twenty-four years old. And now, as expected, as the prophecy dictated, now he was the WWE Champion after walking into SummerSlam last night and coming out on top after beating the best that RAW had to offer. But Orton said that while he may represent Shane McMahon's new and improved WWE, he was ushering in the Age of Orton: because he guaranteed that nobody would be able to take this title away from him, declaring himself as the elite of the elite.
But Randy happened to notice somebody familiar in the front row, and left the ring. 'The Legend Killer' had turned his attention to a man in attendance tonight, introducing everybody to John Cena's father, John Cena Sr! Orton wanted to shake Cena Sr's hand, but he grabbed the microphone, telling Orton that he wasn't a real champion. Randy laughed, as he joked that Cena's father was a lot like his son - stubborn in the eyes of change. Cena's father took the microphone again, telling Randy that his son should be the WWE Champion, and that Orton didn't deserve the title! Randy and Shane laughed amongst themselves, telling Sr that if he didn't deserve the title, he wouldn't have it, now would he. Returning to the ring, Orton continued to gloat and told the fans that unlike John Cena, he was all about accepting change. And not just that: he led change.
Finally, John Cena made his way out to interrupt 'the Legend Killer's celebration! Cena did not appear as happy as earlier tonight, clearly angered by the beating received after winning the handicap match. Boston chanted for Cena, who was handed the microphone by the cocky new champion, all the while Shane could be heard in the background warning Cena not to try anything stupid. John humbly congratulated Orton, before punching the WWE Champion! Cena pounded away at Orton, sending him off the ropes and clotheslining him - the former champion mad as hell and out for revenge on the new WWE Champion! Cena looked for the F-U on Orton, but Randy managed to roll out to the floor. Cena picked up the microphone and demanded his rematch, challenging Orton for the WWE Championship at Unforgiven - and Orton smugly told Cena that he was on! Orton cowardly refused to get back into the ring, when John Cena Sr yelled at Orton over his shoulder from the front row. This was enough for Orton to snap, dragging the defenseless father of John over the barricade! Cena didn't take kindly to this, leaving the ring and trying to save his father, but just when Cena chased Orton, the WWE Champion delivered the Punt kick laying out Cena's father! Orton with McMahon bailed up the rampway, leaving Cena to attend to his unconscious father - seething with rage. Tonight in John Cena's hometown, it had not gone according to plan, and it was all because of the cold hearted new WWE Champion, Randy Orton. There was hell to pay for Orton come Unforgiven!
OTHER NOTES:
- Jim Ross and Jerry Lawler updated us on the condition of Jeff Hardy following the backstage assault by Umaga, reporting that 'the Charismatic Enigma' had been taken to a nearby medical facility, with Hardy very possibly having suffered a concussion from having his head slammed into the metal lockers by 'the Samoan Bulldozer'.
- It was announced that Beth Phoenix would defend the WWE Women's Championship against Candice Michelle at WWE Unforgiven.
- It was announced that Hardcore Holly and Cody Rhodes would square off one-on-one next week on RAW.
- It was announced that Chris Benoit would return to ECW on Sci-Fi tomorrow night.
- A graphic aired, advertising Shane McMahon appearing this Friday night on SmackDown.
- The WWE Rewind recapped last night's win for Mr Kennedy against King Booker at SummerSlam.
- An advertisement aired for the DVD release of "the Condemned", starring Steve Austin.
- An advertisement aired for the WWE Unforgiven, live on pay-per-view on Sunday, September 16.
WWE HEAT, available on WWE.com - Jim Duggan def. Mike Edwards in 3:14 after the Three Point Stance. - Chris Masters def. Jimmy Jack Cash in 3:42 after the Masterlock. - Candice Michelle def. Jillian Hall in 6:11 after the Candywrapper.
DARK MATCH: Cryme Tyme def. Ryan O'Reilly & Harry Smith
WWE Unforgiven - September 16, 2007 - Memphis, Tennessee - FedEx Forum
WWE Championship John Cena (c) vs Randy Orton
WWE Women's Championship Beth Phoenix (c) vs Candice Michelle - Matches to be announced. 20 DAYS AWAY!
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August 28, 2007 - Albany, New York - Times Union Center (9,000) "Don't Question My Heart" by Saliva Aired on the Sci-Fi Network (1.4)
SHOW REPORT:
- CM Punk kicked off ECW on Sci-Fi, the new ECW World Champion making his way out to the Times Union Center with his prize held high. 'The Straight Edge Superstar' received a big ovation as Punk walked down to the ring, where upon entry he was bombarded in chants of his name. CM Punk declared that he did it, he went into battle against Marcus Cor Von last Sunday night at SummerSlam, and he came out on top. Punk said that to those in the crowd that had followed him on this rollercoaster ride of a voyage to the ECW World Championship will know that for the past eight years, he has built up a name for himself from nothing. He is a self-made man, but he couldn't take all of the credit, as Punk proclaimed that he wouldn't be where he is today as the ECW World Champion without the support of the people. The Albany crowd applauded Punk and continued to chant his name, when the ECW General Manager Armando Estrada made his way out to the ring in protest. The Cuban mocked Punk's touching speech, explaining that Punk deserved this ovation - really. He took a bet on himself, and he came out on top, when he beat Marcus Cor Von forty-eight hours ago. But when Punk came back down to Earth, and the buzz wore off, CM Punk would realize that this was still ECW: and the Era of the New Breed was in full effect, and that CM Punk should play by his rules. Estrada laughed, when Punk commented that he should have known Estrada would come out here to rain on his parade, then surveyed the nine-thousand in attendance whether they thought Armando was a jackass or not. They cheered in accordance and chanted at Estrada, who laughed along and bit into his cigar. Estrada told Punk that he was one funny guy, that he should get into stand-up comedy. Armando puffed on his cigar, which annoyed Punk. The new champ demanded Estrada not to blow that poison in his face, but Estrada did it again.
Marcus Cor Von soon interrupted the two, and out came 'the Alpha Male'. The former ECW World Champion was flanked as always by his New Breed associate Elijah Burke, Cor Von not looking happy. The New Breed entered the ring, and Cor Von removed his sunglasses. Cor Von congratulated CM Punk on a well deserved victory at SummerSlam. He worked his heart out, and it paid off greatly. But he didn't want the fame to go to CM Punk's head just yet, claiming that SummerSlam was not his night. Marcus claimed that he wasn't concentrating, and that he was just generally having an off night. But Cor Von smirked, reminding Punk that he had a rematch clause in his contract, and he assured 'the Straight Edge Superstar' that he would be coming for his title back! Cor Von and Punk looked each other right in the eye, when Armando spoke up, the General Manager finding this very interesting. Estrada took it upon himself to facilitate the rematch, for in under three weeks at Unforgiven on September 16, Punk would defend the ECW World Championship against Marcus Cor Von. But why stop there? Estrada declared that the winning man's team in tonight's six-man tag team main event would get to choose what type of match the rematch would be. Punk told Estrada that he was on, claiming that he would beat Cor Von in any type of match, any day of the week, and he'd prove this tonight when he pins 'the Alpha Male' in the six-man tag team bout! Burke and Cor Von mocked Punk for his comments, with 'the Elijah Experience' telling Punk that if he thought he could beat Marcus Cor Von as the head honcho of ECW, then he didn't know what Marcus Cor Von was capable of, as a hungry, hungry challenger to the ECW World Championship! The New Breed left, with the stakes heightened in tonight's six-man tag team main event!
- In an empty ring, the Scotsman was seen taking bump after bump. In the midst of an empty arena, he talked about how many athletes train to become WWE Superstars for months or years on end. They sacrificed everything, their jobs, their family and social lives, their livelihoods and their futures on having what it takes to become a WWE Superstar. But when you come from Glasgow, you train your whole life for what the world has to offer, and he was ready to see what 'the Land of Extreme' had to offer him. Drew McIntyre makes his debut next week on ECW on Sci-Fi.
MATCH ONE // Val Venis def. Matt Striker (w/Big Daddy V) in 6:31 after the Money Shot. After a six week absence, 'the Big Valbowski' was returning to the ring tonight looking to make Matt Striker put his money where his mouth was. In his absence, Matt Striker had unleashed 'the Mastodon' Big Daddy V onto various ECW Superstars, and Big Daddy V had managed to rack up an impressive winning streak. But tonight was Matt Striker in the ring with Venis, with 'the Mastodon' watching as Venis and Striker mixed it up. Striker cowered behind V at several points in this match, but was aggressive in his attack on 'the Big Valbowski'. Venis was able to catch Striker off-guard with a Fisherman suplex, claiming the win! Venis celebrated his win while Big Daddy V grimaced in disgust at ringside; Matt Striker scurrying from the ring and hiding yet again behind 'the Mastodon'. Venis challenged Big Daddy V to get in the ring, but 'the Mastodon' took a pass to Val.
- The New Breed were backstage, Marcus Cor Von and Elijah Burke talking in the locker room about tonight's six-man tag team main event. 'The Elijah Experience' seemed somewhat concerned about the prospect of CM Punk, D-Lo Brown and Tommy Dreamer being victorious, imagining the possibilities of what 'the Straight Edge Superstar' would choose. Cor Von coolly assured Burke that they would be victorious tonight, and when they beat 'the Straight Edge Superstar' to a pulp in tonight's main event, Cor Von had just the right idea of what kind of match to make come Unforgiven. Burke loved how Cor Von thought, when John Morrison arrived. 'The Shaman of Sexy' told Cor Von that this had better be worth his time, cockily telling Cor Von and Burke that they dropped the ball at SummerSlam - and if they dropped the ball again, 'the Tuesday Night Delight' was certain that he would get the job done and take the ECW World Championship for himself. Morrison smiled, which irritated Cor Von and Burke. Burke asked if Morrison was seriously their partner tonight.
MATCH TWO // Paul Burchill def. Brett Major (w/Brian Major) in 5:03 after the Curbstomp. Since arriving on the ECW brand, Paul Burchill has been a formidable opponent for anybody that stepped in the ring with him. The Essex-born Burchill was successful in recent weeks in managing to beat the now ECW World Champion CM Punk, as well as a serious of up-and-coming performers. But tonight he was against one-half of the Major Brothers, and Brett and Brian were more energized and hungry for victory than ever after falling short of a win against the World's Greatest Tag Team last Friday night on SmackDown. Brett almost scored the win with a slingshot sunset flip and an inside cradle, but Burchill was aggressive and took advantage of Brett appearing to injure his ankle. This allowed Burchill to score the win in decisive fashion. Burchill looked to continue the attack on Brett, who favored his ankle - but Brian slid into the ring and brought the fight to Burchill, sending him packing up the aisleway! Brian helped Brett limp up to his feet, whilst the violent Brit was scathing at ringside, wanting a piece of Brian Major for ruining his fun.
- The new ECW World Champion CM Punk and D-Lo Brown were stood with Rebecca ahead of tonight's six-man tag team match, Rebecca asking 'the Straight Edge Superstar' and D-Lo their thoughts going into it. D-Lo firstly wanted to give it up to Punk for finally taking ECW back from the crutches of the New Breed, Brown claiming that if there was something he hated, it was the obnoxiousness of Elijah Burke. Brown claimed that 'the Elijah Experience' reminded him a lot of himself, and that wasn't in a good way, either. Punk said that whatever happened tonight, he had assembled an all-star teaming, and introduced the third man of his team that he was sure wanted to badly beat the hell out of that prettyboy John Morrison: Tommy Dreamer. 'The Innovator of Violence' appeared, saying that he wasn't finished with 'the Guru of Greatness'. Punk explained that at the end of the day, it would be his team who would be successful - and he knew exactly what kind of match he wanted to face Marcus Cor Von in at Unforgiven: and he promised to retain the ECW World Championship.
MATCH THREE // Mike Knox def. Stevie Richards in 6:13 after the Knox Out. The ECW Original has been a target for the untamed beast Mike Knox, who after being sidelined for several months with a serious injury was back in ECW, and he was attempting to bully his way to dominance in ECW, to mixed results. Last week after Richards lost a hard-fought match against Carlito, Mike Knox came out to avenge a loss caused at the hands of the ECW Original one month ago, and upon laying Richards out, this match was made. Richards tried to bring the fight to his much larger foe, but Knox went right to work on beating Richards senseless, even almost getting himself disqualified in the ropes on two occasions. Richards hit the Stevie Kick, but Knox was able to kick out, astounding the veteran. Finally Knox was victorious, and he was about to lay out Richards with a second Knox Out after the match when Chris Benoit made his way out to the ring, 'the Rabid Wolverine' back on ECW on Sci-Fi for the first time in several weeks! Benoit squared up to Knox in the centre of the ring, and the two exchanged words before Knox looked to leave. But he wasn't finished, jumping Benoit from behind! Knox beat on Benoit, but Chris fought back, chopping Knox hard and snap suplexing him out of the ring! Benoit was certainly back, but picking a fight against the hoss that is Mike Knox proved to be somewhat of a big challenge for the former World Heavyweight Champion!
- ECW General Manager Armando Estrada was in his office on the phone to somebody, happy about the fact that Theodore Long would be losing his job as SmackDown General Manager when Shane McMahon arrives on Friday night. He was then interrupted by a furious Matt Striker and Big Daddy V. Striker was beside himself, telling Armando that Val Venis was a pest and that 'the Mastodon' wanted a piece of 'the Big Valbowski'. Estrada didn't even hang up the phone, complying with 'the Teacher's request. Estrada made the match official for next week, and in response Big Daddy V hit his button on the disconnect button: telling Estrada that what he was going to do to Val Venis would be ugly.
MATCH FOUR // ECW World Champion CM Punk, D-Lo Brown and Tommy Dreamer def. The New Breed (Marcus Cor Von and Elijah Burke) and John Morrison in 13:51 after the Sky High by Brown on Burke. As a result of this match, CM Punk earned the right to name the stipulation for his ECW World Championship defense against Marcus Cor Von at Unforgiven on September 16. This looked to be an all-out fight between six of the top Superstars in ECW today. 'The Alpha Male' wanted to start off with 'the Straight Edge Superstar' in a rematch from SummerSlam, these two also set to lock horns at Unforgiven in a match to be named by the winning team tonight. Cor Von started brutalizing Punk, and the New Breed and Morrison eagerly pounded away at the new ECW World Champion and battered away at him. Punk managed to fight back against 'the Shaman of Sexy' and make the tag to Tommy Dreamer, who went crazy on Morrison and in came Elijah Burke to save him from a beating from 'the Innovator of Violence'. Burke and Cor Von then picked apart Dreamer, with Morrison playing distraction which caused a tag being overturned and denied by the official at one point. D-Lo Brown finally got the tag and he went blow for blow with 'the Elijah Experience'; Brown's distaste for Burke proven evident earlier tonight. All six Superstars wound up getting involved, but when it was all over, D-Lo scored the win against Elijah Burke. After the match however, Cor Von mowed down D-Lo with the Pounce, and CM Punk came in looking to rescue Brown! But the numbers game was too much, as Burke proved to be a distraction, allowing Cor Von to nail the new ECW World Champion with the Pounce! The New Breed left CM Punk laid out in the ring, but 'the Straight Edge Superstar' still had enough in him to crawl around in the ring, grasping the microphone and telling 'the Alpha Male' that he had had enough of New Breed and their interference games: at Unforgiven, CM Punk would beat Marcus Cor Von and retain his title - in a steel-cage match!
OTHER NOTES:
- Ahead of the main event, Extreme Exposé danced in the centre of the ring, Kelly Kelly, Layla and Brooke as always strutting their stuff to the fans' enjoyment. It was noted that they would be present for six-Diva tag team action this Friday night on SmackDown as well, when Victoria, Trinity and Cherry take on Ashley, Michelle McCool and Maryse.
- It was announced that the Major Brothers would take on Paul Burchill and his ally from SmackDown, Dave Taylor next week.
- A graphic aired previewing the return of Rey Mysterio to SmackDown, this coming Friday night.
- An advertisement aired, promoting the DVD release of "The Condemned", starring Steve Austin. - An advertisement aired, promoting WWE Unforgiven, live on pay-per-view on Sunday, September 16.
WWE Unforgiven - September 16, 2007 - Memphis, Tennessee - FedEx Forum
WWE Championship John Cena (c) vs Randy Orton
ECW World Championship CM Punk (c) vs Marcus Cor Von
WWE Women's Championship Beth Phoenix (c) vs Candice Michelle - Matches to be announced. 19 DAYS AWAY!
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Post by DTP. on Mar 20, 2019 16:26:18 GMT -5
August 31, 2007 - Albany, New York - Times Union Center (9,000) "Rise Up 2006" by Drowning Pool Broadcast on The CW (2.3)
SHOW REPORT:
- Rey Mysterio kicked off Friday Night SmackDown, marking the return of 'the Master of the 619' to Friday nights! Out came the masked man to a huge ovation from the Albany crowd, for the first time in almost ten months making his way down to the ring. Upon entry, Mysterio received chants of his name, as he shouted that it was good to be back in his house. Rey talked about how long, painful and agonizing the journey was, but he came back with a splash this past Sunday when he returned to the ring and kicked Chavo Guerrero's ass! Mysterio's homecoming was short-lived however, as the arrival of the WWE Chairman Shane McMahon suddenly cut off the former World Heavyweight Champion - Shane making his way down to the ring. The Chairman received a loud chorus of boos as he welcomed Rey back to Friday Night SmackDown, telling him that he had been sorely missed by this people. Rey hesitantly thanked Shane, but then pondered why he was here tonight. Shane told Rey that that wasn't of his concern - only the concern of SmackDown's General Manager Theodore Long. But he hasn't seen Teddy anywhere, and so he had a proposal for Rey regarding tonight: his first match back on Friday Night SmackDown since October of last year - Rey Mysterio against none other than...the Great Khali! The crowd booed, but Rey didn't seem deterred.
Theodore Long made his way out to the ring, the SmackDown General Manager strutting to the ring with a more serious look on his face than usual. Long, with a microphone in hand, told Shane to hold on a minute because that isn't how they do on his show. Shane told Teddy that it was nice of him to show up late to "his" show. Teddy got straight down to business, telling Shane that he knew exactly why he was here tonight, and that was to keep a close eye on how he does business. And he knows he just booked Rey Mysterio in a match, but because this was HIS show, he was changing the match. Long told Shane that he couldn't simply walk in to SmackDown and make matches, because he was in charge of what goes on on Friday nights. Instead Long proposed that tonight, in Rey Mysterio's big return to Friday Night SmackDown, he will team with his good friend Batista against Edge and Chavo Guerrero! The fans cheered, and Shane nodded in accordance. But, Shane claimed, Teddy was wrong in his opinion: he *could* come into SmackDown and make whatever match he wanted, because he was the Chairman of the board - and that made him Teddy's employer. Which is why he came here tonight, because he's seen and heard of how Teddy has been mishandling talent, and frankly, making poor business decisions behind the scenes. And because of this, he must be punished: which is why tonight it will be Theodore Long, going one-on-one with 'the Punjabi Nightmare' the Great Khali! The crowd booed, and Shane left the ring - leaving Long in the middle of the ring with a grave look of concern on his face. How could the SmackDown GM face the 'Punjabi Giant' in a match?
- Backstage the World Heavyweight Champion Edge could be seen watching a screen showing Rey Mysterio, 'the Rated R Superstar' angered by the fact that his great, hard-fought victory against 'the Animal' Batista at SummerSlam had been thwarted by an undersized manchild like Rey Mysterio. 'The Ultimate Opportunist' claimed that that should have been him out there in the ring, and that Rey would pay the price tonight.
MATCH ONE // WWE United States Champion Montel Vontavious Porter def. Jimmy Wang Yang in 7:08 after the Playmaker. 'The Franchise Playa' was successful in stealing victory from Matt Hardy last Sunday at SummerSlam, the WWE United States Champion however finding himself in tough competition tonight against 'the Asian Redneck' Jimmy Wang Yang, who was looking for a big victory tonight on SmackDown. Wang Yang kept MVP's hands full with his unorthodox high-flying abilities, but ultimately Porter was able to crotch Wang Yang on the top rope attempting a moonsault, which allowed 'the Most Valuable Playa' to seal the win. After the match MVP got on the microphone and gloated that he was on a roll, beating Matt Hardy last Sunday and beating Jimmy Wang Yang tonight. Porter begged the people for some actual competition, when Matt Hardy appeared on the big screen. Hardy greeted MVP, congratulating him on victory. He claimed the last few weeks had been fun, but he still didn't think that Porter was a better athlete than him. Porter immediately responded bragging about how he wasn't just a better athlete than Matt Hardy, he was better than Matt Hardy at anything, no doubt! Hardy laughed, telling Porter that he was glad he said that - because he was in catering with a LOT of pizza. Holding up a slice, Hardy challenged MVP to a pizza-eating contest, claiming that if MVP could eat more pizza than him without tapping out, he would be happy to proclaim MVP as better than Matt Hardy at anything. Hardy claimed he was a man of his word, and the WWE United States Champion told Hardy that he was on, leaving for the back!
- Backstage the WWE Tag Team Champions Paul London and Brian Kendrick were talking to Torrie Wilson, Wilson impressed by the two. The World's Greatest Tag Team soon showed up, Shelton Benjamin and Charlie Haas asking Torrie why she was wasting her time on these two boys when they could come hang out with the next WWE Tag Team Champions. London and Kendrick came back, telling them that they were boys that beat them a few weeks ago. Haas and Benjamin told London and Kendrick that that meant nothing to them; they wanted another shot at the titles. London and Kendrick told them that they were up for the challenge, any time, any place. But tonight they wanted the World's Greatest Tag Team to do their homework, as they take care of Deuce 'n' Domino. The potential next contenders seemed awfully sure as London and Kendrick walked away.
- The Miz was backstage with Brie and Nikki, as Funaki was standing by. 'SmackDown's Number One Announcer' wanted to ask 'the Chick Magnet' about his match against Finlay, asking if he was worried that Finlay would shove the shillelagh up his ass. Miz was outraged, asking Funaki who had put a coin in him. Miz told Funaki that Finlay may have the reputation for being a tough guy, but to Miz he was simply a stepping stone. Miz claimed that he was going places, and he certainly wasn't worried about facing 'the Fighting Irishman'. After all, his secret weapon Hornswoggle wasn't exactly in the picture now was he. Funaki wanted to ask about the leprechaun's status, but Miz told Funaki to get out of his face in disgust; this interview was over.
MATCH TWO // The Miz (w/Brie and Nikki) def. Finlay in 5:57 after a roll-up with the tights. After weeks of torment, 'the Fighting Irishman' was finally going to have a chance to get his hands on the Miz. Causing problems between himself and Hornswoggle had created a lot of tension between 'the Fighting Irishman' and his leprechaun friend, but 'the Chick Magnet' steering the pot had certainly effected Finlay - but not for his benefit. Finlay chased Miz around the ringside area, until finally getting his hands on him and chopping away at 'the Chick Magnet' in the corner. The former Tough Enough contestant was able to get in a cheap shot on the Irishman, and he showboated whilst pounding away at Finlay - but Finlay fought back and had Miz in position for the rolling fireman's carry, when Hornswoggle suddenly showed up and slipped into the ring - but he was dressed like the Miz! Finlay dropped Miz and stared at his friend in disbelief, allowing Miz to steal the win. Hornswoggle took off with Miz, Brie and Nikki to loud boos; Miz hoisting his newfound accomplice up - much to the disbelief of Finlay, shocked at Hornswoggle's allegiance with 'the Chick Magnet'!
- Backstage Theodore Long was in his office with Kristal, his girlfriend telling the General Manager that he shouldn't have to put up with this. Kristal told Teddy that getting into the ring as an untrained competitor, let alone a monster like the Great Khali would be murder. Assistant General Manager Vickie Guerrero looked on in a similar state of concern for her boss. She pleaded with Teddy to do something, but Long told Kristal that this was the bed that he slept in. And if it meant paying the price for standing up to Shane McMahon, then so be it. Kristal confessed that Shane was such a tool, and Long agreed telling her that he was drunk with power. Unfortunately for Teddy, he turned around and came face to face with the Chairman. Shane McMahon told Teddy that he knew that he felt this strongly about him, but he didn't realize that Kristal felt the same way. He apologized for his behavior and went to leave - but not before making Long's match tonight against 'the Punjabi Nightmare' a No-Disqualification match. Shane left, and Teddy started shouting about how Shane McMahon was a jackass know-it-all that thought he was his dad, but he wasn't. Fired up and motivated, Long told Kristal that tonight he wasn't fighting for his life or his career: he was fighting for the well-being of his brand; the people's brand - and that's Friday Night SmackDown, dammit!
- WWE Superstars such as Shannon Moore, Super Crazy, Jamie Noble, Deuce 'n' Domino and Jamie Noble were gathered around a table in catering backstage, where Matt Hardy patiently awaited his opponent. Montel Vontavious Porter finally arrived, the WWE United States Champion asking what this was all about. Matt joked that MVP wasn't very punctual for a man that called himself 'Half-Man, Half-Amazing'. Hardy simply explained that he wanted to take him on in a pizza-eating contest, and if he lost, he had to announce to everybody that MVP was better than him at everything, and he knew it. Porter liked where this is going, but then asked what the catch was: Hardy responding that if he won, he would get a rematch for the WWE United States Championship. 'The Franchise Playa' sat down and laughed, rubbing his hands together. Porter told Hardy that it was a fair wager, and he couldn't wait to embarrass Matt Hardy at his own game. Hardy had started eating, and Porter soon realized, digging in as well whilst the crowd of WWE Superstars watching cheered them on.
MATCH THREE // Victoria, Trinity and Cherry def. Ashley, Michelle McCool and Maryse in 4:23 after the moonsault by Trinity on Ashley. The Extreme Expose were present at ringside for the match, and before the match Victoria and Trinity got in their faces. Following last Friday night on SmackDown, Maryse in particular had a score to settle with Victoria and Trinity, who were joined by Cherry for six-Diva tag team action tonight. Ashley and Michelle McCool had saved the undefeated 'French Beauty' last week from an attack from Victoria and Trinity, who proceeded to beat down and isolate McCool from her partners in this match. Cherry got involved on occasion, despite her limited training in the ring. But Cherry dropped the ball, and McCool made the tag to Maryse, who quickly took to taking down Cherry repeatedly. Soon all six Divas got involved, and in the heat of the moment, Maryse accidentally clotheslined Ashley aiming for Victoria, allowing Trinity to take the win. Maryse got into an argument with Ashley after the match, resulting in a brawl breaking out between the two! Michelle McCool tried to break them up, but Ashley ran Maryse out of the ring, Maryse storming off in protest.
- Rey Mysterio was seen covering the back of his head with the mask ahead of the big tag team match made by Theodore Long tonight. He turned around and was greeted by Batista, his good friend happily greeting Mysterio with a big. 'The Animal' told Rey that it was great to see him, asking how the knee was doing. Rey told Batista that he felt better than ever, saying that it was going to be great getting to team with him again tonight. Rey asked how Batista was doing, 'the Animal' saying that he was annoyed that 'the Rated R Superstar' had managed to slip away with the World Heavyweight Championship: but he had a good feeling that Edge wouldn't be slipping away from anything after he gets his hands on him. The two fist-bumped and set off for the ring - taking on Edge and Chavo Guerrero next!
MATCH FOUR // Batista and Rey Mysterio def. World Heavyweight Champion Edge and Chavo Guerrero in 14:44 after the springboard splash by Mysterio on Edge. 'The Master of the 619' was competing on Friday Night SmackDown for the first time since October of last year, where he had his knee seriously injured as a result of Chavo Guerrero slamming a steel chair into his knee as Rey hung upside down on a metal lighting rig in the closing moments of an I Quit match. But Rey was back tonight with a big task ahead of him. The World Heavyweight Champion similarly had a big win against Batista last Sunday at SummerSlam with some assistance from the Great Khali, who gained revenge on 'the Animal' for attacking him last week on SmackDown. Chavo and Edge worked efficiently as a team, 'the Rated R Superstar' eager to take the spotlight away from Rey by targeting the surgically repaired leg of 'the Master of the 619'. But Batista finally made the tag, and he cleaned house, slamming Edge with all of his might with a gorilla press slam. Batista was after revenge, when Chavo Guerrero took out the leg of Batista, and Rey made the tag. As Batista and Chavo went at it, Edge recovered in a compromising position, and Mysterio hit the 619 and managed to beat Edge, pinning the World Heavyweight Champion! Mysterio and Batista celebrated their victory in glee, Mysterio with a huge statement made tonight by pinning World Heavyweight Champion in his SmackDown return. Edge was left in shock on the outside, unable to process what had just happened!
- The contest continued backstage, Matt Hardy and the WWE United States Champion Montel Vontavious Porter continuing to stomach all of the pizza that they possibly could. The WWE Superstars continued to watch in amazement, as Hardy finished another slice. Hardy asked Porter if something was wrong, asking MVP if he was ready to call it quits. MVP claimed that Hardy had the homefield advantage - just looking at him he knew he loved pizza. But unlike Matt, he had actually wrestled tonight, but he was far from finished. Hardy called out for more pizza to appear, and a chef brought in another gigantic plate of pizza slices; Super Crazy, Shannon Moore, Jamie Noble, Nunzio and Jesse Dalton looking on in astonishment.
MATCH FIVE // Kevin Thorn (w/Ariel) def. Eddie Gomez in 2:12 after the Crucifix Bomb. 'The Duchess' watched on whilst the brooding 'Gothic Prince' was set for singles competition with local upcoming star Eddie Gomez. Gomez was smaller and quicker than Thorn, but Kevin was quick to attack and quickly began hammering away at Gomez, scoring an easy and decisive victory tonight on Friday Night SmackDown. Thorn was soon interrupted by Chuck Palumbo, who drove around the ring to cheers - the motorcyclist parking up at ringside and climbing into the ring to confront 'the Gothic Prince'. Palumbo and Thorn exchanged words, when 'the Duchess' Ariel climbed up on the apron with a microphone in hand. She told Chuck Palumbo that her man could not stand polluters. She called Chuck Palumbo scum, somebody that embodies everything her people despised. She warned Palumbo that his ways would cost him his career, when Kevin Thorn jumped the motorcyclist, aggressively clubbing at the back of Chuck! Thorn put the boots to Palumbo, but Chuck fought back clotheslining Kevin over the top rope! The fight continued at ringside, but a distraction from Ariel allowed Thorn to capitalize: sending Palumbo head-first into the side of his motorcycle, tipping it over along with Palumbo! Thorn raised 'the Duchess's hand, dipping and kissing over the fallen biker.
- The WWE Chairman Shane McMahon was backstage talking to a member of security, instructing him that under no circumstances could Theodore Long try and run away from the Great Khali. He ordered him to force him back into the ring if he tried to leave the arena, that he had to take his punishment that started when he defied his requests last month. Shane was approached by Gregory Helms, 'the Ace Reporter' with a notebook in hand. He asked Shane about his own actions, and when he might pay for his own evil deeds. Shane was confused and told Helms that it was none of his business. Helms begged to differ, informing Shane that every action had a consequence, and what he had done in past weeks to John Cena and Jeff Hardy may be bad news for the boss sooner than later. Shane's mood had turned, and Shane ordered Gregory to get out of his sight before he fired him. Helms simply told Shane not to shoot the messenger, "flying" away from the scene. Shane soon spotted Assistant General Manager Vickie Guerrero, and asked if he could talk.
- In the locker room the World Heavyweight Champion Edge was seen packing his bag and looking to get out of the building, when Anastasia Rose looked to get a word from 'the Rated R Superstar'. Edge simply told Anastasia that he didn't have time to talk. She wanted to talk about how Rey Mysterio pinned him tonight, and asked whether this put Mysterio in line for a future title opportunity. Edge told Anastasia that it was nothing but a fluke. He told Anastasia that he was the man that destroyed the Undertaker, he was the man that had beaten 'the Animal' Batista on two separate occasions. And now Rey Mysterio just waltzes in and pins him? Edge told Anastasia Rose that there was no chance he could pin him again. But next week he was going to be here for the grand return of the Cutting Edge: and his guest would be none other than 'the Master of the 619' himself. And they would get to the bottom of this. Edge picked up his bag and left, clearly irritated by the loss tonight.
MATCH SIX // WWE Tag Team Champions Paul London and Brian Kendrick def. Deuce 'n' Domino in 7:09 after the Tower of Londrick. The WWE Tag Team Champions had engaged in a bitter rivalry with Deuce 'n' Domino this past summer, which culminated in Paul London and Brian Kendrick regaining the WWE Tag Team Championships from 'the Throwbacks' back at One Night Stand: Extreme Rules. Deuce 'n' Domino were on a mean streak after Deuce managed to pull off a victory against Matt Hardy last week, and quickly they looked to re-assert themselves in the tag team division tonight. But London and Kendrick cooperated as a well-oiled machine and were able to ensure Domino's Crack 'Em in the Mouth missed, which soon led to the WWE Tag Team Champions coming out on top. After the match the World's Greatest Tag Team made their way down to the ring, Shelton Benjamin and Charlie Haas facing off with London and Kendrick, exchanging words with the two. London and Kendrick looked to fight Haas and Benjamin, but Deuce 'n' Domino came from behind; and this one turned into a four man beating of the champions, concluding with Haas and Benjamin delivering the Broken Arrow to Kendrick!
- Backstage the Great Khali was with Runjin Singh, who addressed the people watching at home. Singh addressed 'the Punjabi Nightmare's involvement in the World Heavyweight Championship match last Sunday at SummerSlam, claiming that the Great Khali was a man of vengeance, and anybody that got in the Great Khali's way would suffer a great price. This went for 'the Animal' Batista, who attacked the Great Khali last Friday night on SmackDown and got in the giant's way. But tonight, Khali's target was not Batista; instead it was Theodore Long. Singh called the SmackDown General Manager's actions last week pitiful, claiming that after all the Great Khali had done for him in cleaning up Friday nights - eliminating Kane and Ric Flair - Long was like all of us Americans: ingrateful. But tonight, thanks to the honorable Chairman Shane McMahon, Theodore Long would pay for his sins, and he would take his punishment coming to him, courtesy of 'the Punjabi Giant'.
- Returning to the scene of the pizza-eating contest, the WWE United States Champion Montel Vontavious Porter and Matt Hardy were still going at it, now with no WWE Superstars around them watching. Hardy finished off his slice, whilst MVP complained that if he had another bite he would puke. 'The Franchise Playa' was defeated, throwing down the slice and confessing that Hardy had bested him at one thing, but that didn't mean for a second that Hardy was better than him at any actual sport. Hardy laughed and told MVP that it wasn't always great being perfect, telling 'the Franchise Playa' that he did have to hand it to him though - he knew how to eat a slice. But now they had a match, and it would be for the WWE United States Championship: and on that night Matt Hardy would take away Porter's title, and his pride by declaring himself a better athlete than Montel Vontavious Porter. MVP looked like he wanted to hurl, and Hardy told him that this would happen at Unforgiven. Hardy got up and left, whilst Porter grabbed a nearby garbage can and spewed into it in disgust.
MATCH SEVEN // No-Disqualification match: The Great Khali (w/Runjin Singh) vs SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long (w/Kristal) ended in a no contest in 2:18 after Batista interfered. In Chairman Shane McMahon's eyes, this was a due punishment that Theodore Long had coming to him when he disobeyed orders and ignored the Chairman following a visit to Friday Night SmackDown one month ago. In this time the SmackDown General Manager had become a lot sterner and stuck up for "his" brand on multiple occasions. But against 'the Punjabi Nightmare' that has left 'the Big Red Monster' Kane and 'the Nature Boy' Ric Flair on the sidelines with his gruesome Vice Grip in the past month, things did not look good for Teddy. Long came out with his girlfriend Kristal, dressed to compete with SmackDown blue on his shirt. But as he bravely glanced up at the imposing seven-foot monster, his dread returned. Khali chopped Long in the skull and ragdolled him into a corner, unloading several chops against the GM. Long was down and hurting, and soon enough Kristal decided to grab a steel chair and try to save her boyfriend! Kristal slammed a steel chair into the spine of 'the Punjabi Giant', who simply absorbed the blow and turned to look at Kristal. The distraction allowed Teddy to low blow Khali and grab the steel chair from his girlfriend, looking to nail Khali in the skull with it - but Khali grabbed Teddy by the throat and applied the Vice Grip on the General Manager! Long was fading fast, and all Kristal could do was watch in horror as Khali glared at her, looking at Kristal in the eyes! Finally Batista rushed down to the ring, 'the Animal' coming to blows with the Punjab in the middle of the ring! 'The Animal' had a huge score to settle with Khali after SummerSlam, costing him the World Heavyweight Championship...but Khali was too big and too strong - chopping Batista in the head, then dropping him with a devastating Tree Slam! Batista was down and so was Teddy Long: Kristal trying to attend to her unconscious boyfriend. Khali and Runjin Singh stood tall in the centre of the ring; 'the Punjabi Nightmare's Vice Grip on Friday Night SmackDown continuing tonight.
OTHER NOTES:
- It was announced that Paul London and Brian Kendrick would defend the WWE Tag Team Championships against the World's Greatest Tag Team next week.
- It was announced that Chris Benoit would make his return to Friday Night SmackDown next week.
- The WWE Smack of the Week aired, recapping WWE Tag Team Champions Paul London and Brian Kendrick running to the aid of the Major Brothers after the World's Greatest Tag Team attempted to beat them down after their match..
- An advertisement aired, promoting the DVD release of "The Condemned", starring Steve Austin. - An advertisement aired, promoting WWE Unforgiven, live on pay-per-view on Sunday, September 16.
DARK MATCH: Drew McIntyre def. Nunzio
WWE Unforgiven - September 16, 2007 - Memphis, Tennessee - FedEx Forum
WWE Championship John Cena (c) vs Randy Orton
ECW World Championship - Steel Cage CM Punk (c) vs Marcus Cor Von
WWE United States Championship Montel Vontavious Porter (c) vs Matt Hardy
WWE Women's Championship Beth Phoenix (c) vs Candice Michelle - Matches to be announced. 16 DAYS AWAY!
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Post by DTP. on Mar 21, 2019 18:19:21 GMT -5
RAW - September 1, 2007 - Terra Haute, Indiana - Hulman Center:
- Cody Rhodes def. William Regal - The Sorority def. The Highlanders - Jim Duggan def. Harry Smith - Hardcore Holly and Sandman def. La Resistance - Candice Michelle and Mickie James def. Beth Phoenix and Melina - Mr Kennedy def. King Booker - Lance Cade and Trevor Murdoch (c) def. Cryme Tyme to retain the World Tag Team Championship - Snitsky def. Santino Marella - John Cena and Triple H def. Randy Orton and Umaga
SmackDown/ECW - September 1, 2007 - Toledo, Ohio - SeaGate Convention Center:- Jimmy Wang Yang and Shannon Moore def. Deuce 'n' Domino - Michelle McCool def. Victoria - Big Daddy V def. Tommy Dreamer - John Morrison def. Stevie Richards - Chris Benoit and D-Lo Brown def. Mike Knox and Elijah Burke - Finlay def. The Miz by disqualification - Montel Vontavious Porter and Carlito def. Matt Hardy and The Hurricane - CM Punk (c) def. Marcus Cor Von to retain the ECW World Championship - Batista and Rey Mysterio def. Edge and the Great Khali
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Post by DTP. on Mar 26, 2019 11:45:29 GMT -5
September 3, 2007 - Columbus, Ohio - Nationwide Arena (12,000) "...To Be Loved" by Papa Roach Aired on the USA Network (3.6)
SHOW REPORT:
MATCH ONE // Mr Kennedy def. King Booker (w/Queen Sharmell) in 9:27 after the Green Bay Plunge. Monday Night RAW was kicking off hot with the first of two rematches from SummerSlam eight nights ago; King Booker out for revenge after Mr Kennedy was able to defeat 'Our Royal Highness' at the Biggest Party of the Summer. Not to mention, with Booker not in Chairman Shane McMahon's good graces as of late, Booker had to ensure he kicked Kennedy's ass tonight in Columbus to put him back on the throne he feels he is owed. Booker worked over Kennedy during the match, but showboated to the appalled Nationwide Arena, when Kennedy finally fought back. Booker targeted the neck, and this turned into a back-and-forth match culminating with Booker's attempt at a superplex blocked, allowing Kennedy to take the win. Kennedy celebrated and graced the microphone after the match, telling Booker that he wished he'd listen to him: he is nothing but a pawn to the Chairman. Kennedy began to leave, when World Tag Team Champions Lance Cade and Trevor Murdoch hit the ring, putting the boots to Booker! This was surely a message from the Chairman, as Sharmell was shocked for her husband. But Kennedy of all people decided to return to the ring and bring the fight to Murdoch; the World Tag Team Champions deciding they had had enough, fleeing the ring! Kennedy helped Booker up to his feet, and Booker was left confused and hesitant at the helping hand.
- Backstage the Chairman Shane McMahon was beside himself at Mr Kennedy helping King Booker survive the beating received from his henchmen Lance Cade and Trevor Murdoch. The WWE Champion Randy Orton soon arrived, asking Shane if he knew whether John Cena was in the building yet. Shane claimed that the last he heard, he was still with his father after Orton's Punt to the head last week. Orton smirked, telling Shane that was good news, leaving for the ring.
- In the Nationwide Arena the WWE Champion Randy Orton calmly made his way down to the ring, looking more arrogant than usual after what transpired last week. 'The Legend Killer' smirked among the boos approaching the ring, where he took a microphone. Randy said that he knew exactly what everybody in this building was thinking: Randy Orton, the WWE Champion - what an bunghole that guy is! Orton laughed it off, saying that he had so much fun knocking the head off of John Cena Sr's shoulders last week with his Punt Kick, he's watched it back a thousand times in the past week. But for old time's sake, Orton pulled up a replay on the TitanTron, where in slow-motion, John Cena's father was dragged over the barricade and Punt kicked in the skull, causing him to crumple to the floor. Randy mockingly wiped a tear of laughter from his eye, as Randy brashly commented that no soccer player has anything on him, it's true. And because of that, he knows John Cena isn't here tonight: he's at home, nursing his poor concussed dad. But he knows John is watching, and he knows his eyes are glued to the screen when he sees 'the Legend Killer's face. Orton spoke directly into the camera, as Orton turned sinister again and claimed that the fun he had knocking Cena Sr's lights out last week was nothing compared to the satisfaction and fulfillment he would get from doing the exact same thing to John Cena at Unforgiven. Orton told Cena that he wanted to check on his father's condition, and then prepare to get used to it: because at Unforgiven, it wouldn't be John Cena overcoming the odds as usual to regain the WWE Championship. It would be 'the Legend Killer' Punt kicking John Cena in the skull to retain what was rightfully his.
Triple H suddenly interrupted, 'the King of Kings' having heard enough from the WWE Champion! Triple H made his way out to meet his former protege from the Evolution days. Orton smirked, whilst Triple H looked as serious as he has done ever since returning to the WWE one month ago. The fans in Columbus chanted 'the Game's name, as Triple H told Randy that it was good to see him again. Triple H's demeanor had changed as he chatted about how he couldn't remember the last time they had spoken: but then he remembered, it was when he laid Orton out with a spinebuster, and he went down with his quadriceps injury. But if Randy remembered, he didn't walk out with his head held high that night either. Triple H pulled up a replay of his own, showing New Year's Revolution from January: where Triple H set Orton up for Shawn Michaels to deliver a devastating diving elbow drop through the Spanish announce table. Orton laughed, telling Hunter that that was months ago! And if Triple H hadn't noticed, a lot had changed. 'The Cerebral Assassin' coyly responded, saying he had noticed: Randy Orton was right up Shane McMahon's ass, and he was going around kicking the heads off of old people! Triple H mocked Orton's dangerous nature. Randy demanded to know why Triple H was out here, when 'the Game' told Orton that he was out here to remind Randy that he was the WWE Champion now. And that meant that while he may be focused on John Cena at Unforgiven, he should be looking out for 'the Game', because he would be coming for whoever walked away with the WWE Championship! The two faced off in a tense confrontation, when Umaga suddenly hit the ring, attacking Triple H! 'The Samoan Bulldozer' was set to meet Triple H tonight in a Street Fight, but to him the Street Fight was right now! Triple H tried to fight Umaga off, but Randy Orton suddenly came out of nowhere with an RKO, laying out 'the Game'! Orton slipped out of the ring away from Umaga, who roared over the fallen body of Triple H: these two gladiators set to meet in a rematch from SummerSlam, tonight on RAW!
- Santino Marella and Maria were seeing walking down the corridor having a disagreement about last week. 'The Italian Stallion' remarked that he couldn't believe Maria accused him of cheating on his beautiful girlfriend with a hussy like Melina. Maria laughed and told Santino that it totally seemed that way. They encountered Chairman Shane McMahon, who didn't seem to be in a good mood tonight. Santino asked Shane how he was doing, and if he was ready to see Umaga and Triple H beat each other to a pulp tonight. Shane didn't even get a chance to respond, as Santino began to talk about Columbus and how grateful he was to be here in the United States - it's just a shame about the smell. Shane was irritated and asked Santino what it was he wanted, to which Santino hinted that he just wanted to chit-chat. Shane told Santino that actually, he just had an idea, and a great opportunity for the two of them for tonight! Shane had noticed how hard Maria had been working, beating Melina in recent weeks: which is why tonight, she would get a shot at the WWE Women's Championship against Beth Phoenix! Shane sarcastically wished Maria good luck, and it was clear Maria didn't feel ready. Marella remarked that this was great, and how pleasant Shane was as a boss.
MATCH TWO // Hardcore Holly def. Cody Rhodes in 4:22 after the Alabama Slam. Since Cody Rhodes' father, 'the American Dream' Dusty Rhodes was taken out by the Punt of Randy Orton over one month ago, Hardcore Holly had tried to take the second-generation Superstar under his wing, mentoring the rookie on his journey as a WWE Superstar. But in recent weeks after several miscommunications, Cody had become aggravated by Holly, and this match was made in hopes to straighten things out. Holly slapped Cody from the get-go and this fired up Cody, who went right after Holly. Holly used his experience to gain advantage, and despite the occasional burst of energy from Cody, Holly scored the win. After the match Cody was frustrated by his loss, but Holly offered him a handshake, and Rhodes accepted it. Holly raised Cody's hand in victory, when Kenny Dykstra and Johnny Jeter made their way out to the rampway. The newly re-gathered Party Crashers laughed about what they had just seen in the ring. Jeter said that what he saw was a punk kid and his grandaddy having a touching moment. Oh boo-hoo. Dykstra surveyed the audience to see who wanted to see Jeter and Dykstra instead of these two nobodies, saying that they were the boys that these people wanted to say, and telling Cody and Holly to consider their party crashed! The two high-fived, to the chagrin of Hardcore Holly and Cody Rhodes.
- World Tag Team Champions Lance Cade and Trevor Murdoch were in the office of Chairman Shane McMahon, the boss still in a bad mood tonight. Shane couldn't believe that Cade and Murdoch were guys looking for respect from the rest of the WWE locker rooms. He commented that they were the World Tag Team Champions, and they couldn't get the job done? The Southern boys apologized and said that Mr Kennedy getting involved was not something they expected. Shane said maybe they didn't - but it happened! And just like he ordered the attack on Booker as a punishment, they must be punished as well: he was putting them in a match tonight against Cryme Tyme, and the World Tag Team Championships would be on the line! Cade and Murdoch tried to object, but Shane ordered them to not make him look like an idiot, ordering them out to the ring because they were in action next.
MATCH THREE // World Tag Team Championship: Lance Cade and Trevor Murdoch (c) def. Cryme Tyme (Shad Gaspard and JTG) in 5:38 after Cade nailed Shad with the World Tag Team Championship. It was not looking like a good night to be in Shane McMahon's inner-circle, as King Booker lost to Mr Kennedy earlier tonight resulting in Shane ordering Cade and Murdoch to attack Booker as a punishment. And as a punishment for Cade and Murdoch failing to beat Booker down due to Mr Kennedy's interference, this match was made. Cryme Tyme had previously stolen the World Tag Team Championships from Cade and Murdoch, and tonight they had the opportunity to steal them again - in a sanctioned title match tonight on RAW. JTG stole Murdoch's trucker hat before the match and auctioned it off to a fan in the front row, which did not sit well with him. Cryme Tyme were in trouble as Murdoch and Cade double-teamed JTG, but Shad got the tag and mowed down the champions - and for a moment it appeared that the titles were in jeopardy, but Murdoch blocked the G9 and sent JTG into the official, knocking him down. This allowed Cade to use the title belt as a weapon, allowing them to retain the titles! Cade and Murdoch celebrated afterwards, when Mr Kennedy arrived on the rampway. Kennedy clearly wanted more of the champions, but Kennedy wasn't alone - as King Booker made his way out as well! Booker was out for revenge after earlier tonight, as the two walked down to the ring looking to get it on with Cade and Murdoch - but as soon as Kennedy and Booker hit the ring, Cade and Murdoch fled, the World Tag Team Champions deciding that they had had enough for one night!
- In the locker room Maria was panicking about the WWE Women's Championship match tonight, telling Santino Marella that she wasn't ready for this. Santino tried to change Maria's mind, telling her that she was a WWE Diva, and she had beaten Melina many times! Santino even perversely said that he's even noticed how hungry she can be in the bedroom, causing Maria to smack Santino on the shoulder in distress. Candice Michelle walked into the room, Candice telling Maria not to worry, because no matter what happened, she wouldn't let Beth Phoenix hurt her. And if she was able to become the WWE Women's Champion, it would be her honor to face her at Unforgiven. Maria thanked Candice for her reassurance, shaking her hand. Santino told Maria that he knew his pet talk would help!
MATCH FOUR // Chris Masters def. Jim Duggan in 3:28 after the Masterlock. It was announced that 'the Masterpiece' would be challenging Bobby Lashley for the WWE Intercontinental Championship at Unforgiven, coming one week after Masters rendered Lashley unconscious in the Masterlock, and 'the Masterpiece' had to be full of it just under two weeks away from the pay-per-view event. Tonight he was up against 'Hacksaw' Jim Duggan, the WWE Hall of Famer looking for retribution after failing the Masterlock Challenge two weeks ago on RAW. Unfortunately, despite Duggan being a heavy-hitter, he suffered a similar fate tonight, falling to the Masterlock. After the match Bobby Lashley made his way down to the ring, the WWE Intercontinental Champion out to get a closer look at 'the Masterpiece'. The two faced off, with Masters audibly telling 'the Unstoppable' Bobby Lashley that he would fall to the Masterlock at Unforgiven. Lashley responded with a right hand, sending Masters off the ropes and delivering the Spear to his challenger! Lashley stood tall, helping 'Hacksaw' Jim Duggan up and raising his hand to the fans' delight.
- Todd Grisham was backstage with Mr Kennedy, King Booker and Queen Sharmell, asking about their apparent alliance against Lance Cade and Trevor Murdoch tonight. Booker, without the royal British accent told Todd that maybe he had had a change of heart, but tonight had shown him that being a lackey to Shane McMahon wasn't all it was cracked up to be. Kennedy seemed gleeful, as he told Booker that he was so glad that he had seen the light. Booker admitted that he was in denial, claiming Shane was an old friend of his. But he didn't need him - and removing his cowl - he didn't need to be the King either. Booker told Todd that Booker T was back, and Cade and Murdoch better believe it: Suckas!
MATCH FIVE // WWE Women's Championship: Beth Phoenix (c) def. Maria (w/Santino Marella) by disqualification in 2:49 after Candice Michelle attacked Beth. Maria was thrown into the deep end tonight. Despite having beaten Melina on two separate occasions in the past, Maria was still not a trained WWE Diva and going into a match with a bully like 'the Glamazon' was going to be extremely challenging for the girlfriend of Santino Marella. Marella had gotten Maria into this by annoying a moody Shane McMahon earlier tonight, and Beth - having attacked the Fabulous Moolah and Mae Young last week - was spoiling for a fight. Phoenix dominated for the most part, causing 'the Italian Stallion' to shield his eyes in concern for his girlfriend. Maria was able to slip free of a powerbomb and sunset flip Beth, but Phoenix immediately fought back. She had Maria ready for the Glam Slam when Candice Michelle hit the ring, causing the disqualification - but Candice saved Maria nonetheless! The former champion wanted her title back, and tried for the Candywrapper on Beth, but Phoenix powered out and left her Unforgiven opponent laying with a brutal boot to the face! The WWE Women's Champion looked impervious to Candice's rescue attempts, leading up to Unforgiven.
- In the locker room, Triple H was preparing for the Street Fight with Umaga when Todd Grisham approached 'the Game' for comment. Before he could answer however, the Chairman Shane McMahon showed up, asking Todd to excuse them. Triple H asked Shane what he wanted, to which McMahon told Hunter to brutalize 'the Samoan Bulldozer'. After everything he's done, from injuring Jeff Hardy to threatening to cause serious harm to Stephanie. Triple H cut Shane off, telling Shane that he didn't need to hear it. And for the record, what he was going to do to Umaga tonight wasn't for Shane McMahon: this was for himself. Shane smiled anyway, as 'the Game' left for the ring.
MATCH SIX // Street Fight: Triple H def. Umaga in 15:28 after the Pedigree on a steel chair. In a rematch from SummerSlam, 'the Samoan Bulldozer' demonstrated how much beating 'the King of Kings' to a bloody pulp meant to him last week, when Umaga attacked Jeff Hardy in the locker room and sidelined 'the Charismatic Enigma' with a concussion. Umaga was vengeful and untamed after losing to Triple H at SummerSlam, whereas Triple H was here with a job in mind, and that job was to dismantle Umaga for everything he had done, including threaten the life of 'the Game's wife Stephanie McMahon several weeks ago. A back and forth brawl that started on the rampway, and quickly sprawled out to the ringside area. Umaga used a steel chair to keep 'the Cerebral Assassin' at bay, but Triple H continued to fight back, delivering a spinebuster on the floor and proving that his leg was back to one-hundred percent after rupturing his quadriceps back in January. Triple H beat on Umaga, but 'the Samoan Bulldozer' fought back, catching Triple H off the ropes with a Samoan drop. Umaga began his assault on 'the Game', using the steel chair and jamming it into the ribs and throat of Triple H. Crazed, Umaga dragged Triple H to ringside, where he placed him on the announce table, causing Jim Ross and Jerry Lawler to scatter; Umaga looking to deliver the Samoan Splash that could be life or death for 'the Game', but Shane McMahon made his way out to the ring; the Chairman not about to let his brother-in-law get hurt! Shane had ordered Triple H to destroy Umaga, but Umaga quickly turned his attention to the boss. Shane ran from the ring, and it was enough time for Triple H to come back with a sledgehammer shot that Umaga somehow kicked out of! Triple H delivered the Pedigree on top of the announce table at ringside, but Umaga continued to have life in him and delivered the Samoan Spike to 'the Game'. In a bad way, Triple H was in danger as Umaga picked up the sledgehammer and looked to close in and nail 'the Cerebral Assassin' but again Shane intercepted, grabbing the sledgehammer away from him! Umaga grabbed Shane by the throat but Triple H used a steel chair across the spine; then Shane used the sledgehammer, rocking Umaga into the Pedigree on top of a steel chair for the three! Triple H was victorious, but when the Chairman joyfully raised 'the Game's hand in victory, Triple H simply glared a hole through Shane! Triple H told Shane he wasn't doing this for him, he was doing it for himself - but then the WWE Champion Randy Orton hit the ring, delivering an RKO to 'the Game'! For a second time in one night, 'the Legend Killer' had drilled Triple H with an RKO, and Shane McMahon was appalled, asking Orton what the hell he was doing! Orton wanted to Punt 'the Cerebral Assassin', but Shane stood in the way, the Chairman warning Orton and causing him to leave the ring! Triple H wanted the WWE Championship himself, but all Shane wanted was peace in his inner-circle! And Randy Orton had bigger things to worry about when John Cena returned to RAW next week!
OTHER NOTES:
- It was announced that WWE Champion Randy Orton would take on WWE Intercontinental Champion Bobby Lashley next week in a Champion vs Champion match.
- It was announced that Marcus Cor Von would take on Tommy Dreamer tomorrow night on ECW on Sci-Fi.
- An advertisement aired, promoting the 2007 WWE RAW Diva Search, which premieres next Monday on WWE.com.
- The WWE Rewind recapped last week on RAW where Chris Masters attacked and left WWE Intercontinental Champion Bobby Lashley unconscious with the Masterlock.
- An advertisement aired for the DVD release of "the Condemned", starring Steve Austin.
- An advertisement aired for the WWE Unforgiven, live on pay-per-view on Sunday, September 16.
WWE HEAT, available on WWE.com - Melina def. Mickie James in 7:30 after a roll-up. Jillian Hall sung her way to ringside, distracting Mickie. - Snitsky def. Chad Collyer in 1:08 after the big boot. - Rory McAllister (w/Robbie McAllister) def. Sylvan Grenier (w/Robert Conway) in 4:49 after the victory roll. - William Regal def. Sandman by disqualification in 4:31 after Sandman used the Singapore cane. He beat Regal with the cane after the match.
DARK MATCH: Harry Smith def. Shawn Spears
WWE Unforgiven - September 16, 2007 - Memphis, Tennessee - FedEx Forum
WWE Championship John Cena (c) vs Randy Orton
ECW World Championship - Steel Cage CM Punk (c) vs Marcus Cor Von
WWE United States Championship Montel Vontavious Porter (c) vs Matt Hardy
WWE Intercontinental Championship Bobby Lashley (c) vs Chris Masters
WWE Women's Championship Beth Phoenix (c) vs Candice Michelle - Matches to be announced. 13 DAYS AWAY!
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