ECW GM Theodore Long was in the ring with Tiffany to open the show. Tiffany introduced Teddy Long to the crowd, then introduced ECW champ Matt Hardy, who made his way down to the ring. Matt got into the ring and shook hands with Teddy and Tiffany. Next, Tiffany introduced Mark Henry along with Tony Atlas, and the duo walked intently down to the ring. Mark Henry had a mic in hand and refused to shake Tiffany's hand. Teddy spoke saying he wanted to bring Henry and Hardy face to face one last time before No Mercy to issue any comments they wanted to.
Mark Henry told Matt he's got a tough week ahead of him, because he not only has the No Mercy title fight, but also a Triple Threat Champions match on Smackdown in a few days. Matt told Mark he plans to represent ECW proudly. Henry quipped that Matt didn't beat him for his ECW title, but come Sunday he'll right all the wrongs. Matt said he welcomes challenges, and plans to represent all of the fans and ECW superstars. Henry and Hardy were getting into a confrontation, but just then Morrison and Miz came out to the ramp to interrupt.
Morrison and Miz confronted Teddy about making them go against each other last week. Morrison said they want to face Bourne and Ortiz in a tag match tonight after what Ortiz did last week. Teddy Long said tonight they can team up with Mark Henry to take on Bourne, Ortiz and ECW Champ Matt Hardy.
Lenny Lane vs. Jack Swagger
Swagger was all business in this match, giving Lane barely any chance to attack. With Lane on the mat, Swagger kicked him in the gut hard. As Lane got up he got in a few punches and kicks, but that was it. Swagger fought back then came off the ropes to knee Lane in the face. Swagger used his Powerbomb move to finish off Lane. After the victory, Swagger grabbed Lane who was sitting on the apron and hit a neckbreaker on him. Tommy Dreamer ran down to the ring to attack Swagger, but Swagger was quick to escape the ring and back up the ramp smiling.
Tommy Dreamer vs. Mike Knox
At one point in this contest, Knox was able to chop Dreamer down with a clothesline as he jumped off the corner. Knox slapped a headlock on Dreamer down on the mat to try to wear down the ECW original. Dreamer eventually got to his feet and started to fight back. Knox whipped him to the corner, but Dreamer avoided him when he charged. Dreamer followed with a bulldog, then with Knox down came off the ropes for an elbow drop. Dreamer tried to hoist Knox up on his shoulder, but Knox fought out of it. Dreamer tripped Knox down to the corner, but as Dreamer tried to run at him, Knox moved away and shoved Dreamer shoulder first to the corner ringpost. Knox finished off Dreamer with his twist slam finishing move. After Knox left Dreamer layed out on the mat, Jack Swagger stormed down to the ring and hit his Powerbomb finisher on Dreamer.
A promotional video was shown of Wrestlemania footage from over the years. This Thursday MyNetworkTV will have the Network Broadcast premiere of Wrestlemania 24 on TV. After the video, Grisham and Striker went over the matches for No Mercy including Y2J vs. HBK in a ladder match, Big Show vs. Undertaker, Jeff Hardy vs. Triple H and Mark Henry vs. Matt Hardy.
Evan Bourne & Ricky Ortiz & Matt Hardy vs. John Morrison & The Miz & Mark Henry (6 Man Tag Match)
In preparation for their No Mercy ECW title match, Matt Hardy and Mark Henry headed up opposing teams in this six man tag match. At one point in the match, the heels managed to keep Ortiz isolated from tagging his partners. Morrison repeatedly punched Ortiz in the head, then locked his legs around Ortiz' neck on the mat to wear him down. Ortiz displayed an impressive feat as he was able to stand with Morrison on his shoulders and drop back to the mat. Despite the move, The Miz tagged in and prevented Ortiz from making the tag. Miz worked on Ortiz for a while, then Morrison came back in. Morrison went as far as knocking Matt Hardy off the apron to prevent an Ortiz tag. As Morrison came at Ortiz with a clothesline, Ortiz rolled under it and made the tag to Bourne. Bourne flew into action as he flipped over the ropes to take Morrison down. Bourne hit a knees to the jaw jump off the corner onto Morrison, but Miz came in to break up the pin attempt. Soon Ortiz, Hardy, Miz, Morrison and Bourne were all in the ring at once. Hardy, Ortiz, Miz all ended taking each other to the outside. In the ring, Mark Henry tagged in and went towards Bourne. Bourne tried to mount an offense, but as he came off the ropes and jumped at Henry, Henry caught him in the air then slammed him down for The World's Strongest Slam.
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Monday, September 29, 2008
Raw Results 09-29-08
Raw opens with Michael Cole and Lance Cade announcing that Shawn Michaels gets to choose a partner for the main event when he faces Chris Jericho and Lance Cade. Cole also reminded fans that this Thursday will be the world premiere of Wrestlemania XXIV on MyNetworkTV. Tonight there will be a preview of the event on Raw. Batista's music came on sending the crowd into a frenzy as The Animal comes out from backstage.
Santino Marella vs. Batista
Santino comes out from backstage with Beth Phoenix and a mic in his hand. Santino told Batista to check out the "Honk-a-Meter" which shows Santino has held the IC title for 6 weeks, and has just 58 weeks to beat Honkey Tonk man's reign. Santino then had the Brain Barometer put up, showing he has 10 Trillion brain cells more than the average human brain. Santino had Batista's chart put up which showed he has just 12 brain cells. Santino then said he'd knock out 10 of the brain cells and leave him in worst shape than the US economy. Batista immediately clotheslined down Santino as the bell rang, then rammed him into the corner. After whipping Santino to the other corner, Batista hit the Spinebuster, then got riled up. As Santino stood, Batista looked out at Beth Phoenix and delivered the Batista Bomb for a quick win. Beth stood up on the apron, talking trash to Batista to distract him. All of a sudden, JBL was in the ring and as Batista turned, he received a Clothesline from Hell.
Backstage, Todd Grisham interviewed Shawn Michaels about the main event against Cade and Jericho. Michaels said he trained Cade years ago, and never expected him to show off his skills at Shawn Michael's expense. HBK then said Jericho has just 6 days to be champ, until HBK walks out from No Mercy as the new champ. Michaels said as for his partner, he was considering a "Real American", a "Texas Rattlesnake", or "the Best there was, best there is and best there ever will be". HBK said he wants to find a tag partner who actually likes him.
JTG vs. The Miz
JTG was accompanied by Big Shad. Michael Cole reminded fans of the "Word Up" show on WWE.com that Cryme Tyme has. An excerpt was shown of The Dirt Sheet where Miz and Morrison mocked Cryme Tyme's fathers as nerdy type characters. During the match, Miz had the upperhand but as he came at JTG from the ropes, JTG avoided him. JTG used a clothesline style takedown. Before he could get momentum, John Morrison was on the side apron. Big Shad rushed over to swipe Morrison's leg, causing him to fall on the apron. JTG was distracted as he watched the incident, allowing the Miz to stun him, then hit the Reality Check for the win. Miz and Morrison taunted Cryme Tyme as they backed up the ramp.
Backstage, Jamie Noble went up to Jillian Hall. Jamie said even though he doesn't like her singing talents he needs a partner for an inter-gender tag match. Jillian said if Layla didn't want to be seen with him, she wouldn't either. Just then Dolph Ziggler came up to them and introduced himself to Jillian. He tried to shake Noble's hand, but Noble walked off angrily.
Jamie Noble & Mickie James vs. Paul Burchill & Katie Lea
Before the match started, William Regal came out to the top of the ramp where a throne was set up. Regal was accompanied by Layla who stood next to the throne to watch the match. Noble had to fight solo against the brother-sister duo, until all of a sudden, Mickie James emerged from backstage to be his partner. Under inter-gender rules, men could battle against women in this matchup. Noble looked out at Regal and Layla as he went to the top ropes and did a dropkick onto Burchill. Katie Lea came in to break up the pin attempt, so Mickie charged in to knock Katie Lea out of the ring. Burchill tried to set up Noble for a finisher, but Noble countered and put an armbar submission hold on. Burchill quickly tapped out in pain. Noble went to the corner ropes after the bell and looked straight out at Layla/Regal.
Raw returned with a backstage shot of Rhodes, Manu and Dibiae cautiously entering a back hallway. Rhodes told Manu to let him do the talking. Rhodes walked up to Kane who had his back turned to them. Rhodes said since Kane's father is Paul Bearer, that makes him a second generation superstar like them. Rhodes said they need to act as a unit tonight in their 8 man tag match. Dibiase said they want to make sure they're on the same page. Kane turned and said he doesn't take orders from anyone, but he will massacre Rey Mysterio tonight. Kane warned the 3 men to stay out of his way or they'd be a second generation pile of bodies.
Footage was shown of HBK in a handicap match last week against Cade and Jericho. Jericho almost received a Superkick, but he fell back to the corner. Just then, Lance Cade delivered his finisher on Michaels to win it for his team.
Cade came to the top of the ramp, mic in hand. Cade declared he was the man to beat his one-time mentor, HBK. Cade said he's learned more from Jericho in a short time, then in his long-time training under HBK. Cade said tonight Michaels will either lose to him or Chris Jericho, just like he will Sunday. Cade said Jericho will still be World Heavyweight Champion after No Mercy.
CM Punk & Kofi Kingston & Evan Bourne & Rey Mysterio vs. Cody Rhodes & Ted Dibiase & Manu & Kane (8 Man Tag Match)
At one point in the match, the action got fast and furious. The ring was cleared of the heels, and then Kingston and Punk ran across the ring and dove through the ropes out into Rhodes & Dibiase. Rey Mysterio did a springboard off the top ropes and jumped out onto Kane as Raw hit a commercial break. Raw resumed with the heels in control of Evan Bourne, and they worked to isolate him from his partners. Bourne finally escaped to tag in CM Punk. Punk began to take out his frustrations on Manu. Ted Dibiase ran over on the apron, but Punk delivered a kick to his head. Just then, Manu clipped Punk's leg, taking him down. Rhodes tagged in to continue the punishment. Kane tagged in and began to kick Punk repeatedly on the mat. The heels continued to keep Punk away from a tag and worked on his hurt knee. With the crowd behind him, Punk avoided an elbow drop from Rhodes and tagged in Kofi Kingston. Kingston went into a frenzy knocking Rhodes around the ring. Kingston got riled up and hit a double leg drop on Rhodes. Manu came into the ring to break up the pin. Evan Bourne rushed into the ring to take out Manu. As things got wild, Kane made a tag in and was about to deliver a chokeslam on Kofi. Just then, Mysterio did a springboard off the top ropes and dropkicked Kane to the corner. Dibiase came in and went after Rey, but Rey was able to flip them both over the top rope out of the ring. Kingston ran at Kane in the corner, but Kane caught him in mid air with his hand on his throat, then Chokeslammed him down. After the win, Kane diabolically smiled and talked trash to Rey Mysterio as he headed up the ramp.
Raw GM Mike Adamle was in the ring as Raw returned. Adamle said earlier that Kane made a request. Adamle said he told Kane if he won tonight, that he would honor the request. Adamle said Kane's request was that if he beats Rey Mysterio at No Mercy, Rey must remove his mask in the ring. Just then as Adamle was speaking, Randy Orton's music came on and Orton came down to interrupt.
Orton asked Adamle if he needs to call Shane McMahon about his decisions to make sure they're ok. Orton told Adamle he doesn't like how he allowed Shane McMahon to overrule his suspension decision on CM Punk last week. Orton told Adamle to re-suspend CM Punk, and to start standing up for himself. Orton said once he returns he will own things on Raw, just like when he was champ. Orton said Adamle will need him on his side. Just then, JBL's music came on. JBL came out from backstage with a mic in hand, and JBL walked down to the ring.
JBL said next week he'll defeat Batista at No Mercy, and then will face Jericho or Michaels to become the next champ. JBL said this is right now, and while Orton's past was glorious, it's over. JBL said Orton is still living in the past. JBL started asking Adamle to make a stipulation that when JBL beats Batista at No Mercy, that Orton never gets a title shot ever. Just then, Batista's music came on. Orton and Adamle cleared out of the ring, and JBL stared up the ramp ready for Batista to charge down. Batista snuck into the ring behind him. As JBL turned, Batista caught him with a Spear taking JBL to the mat. Batista grabbed the mic and said JBL may have had a bad week, but at No Mercy it will get a lot worse.
Backstage, Santino Marella was shown talking on his cell phone. As Santino turned the corner he saw Beth Phoenix and started pretending he was talking to a "Frank". Beth asked who it was and Santino said it was a sick kid who he promised to win a match for. Beth told Santino to stay backstage because she didn't want him messing up her match tonight. Beth said Santino caused her to lose last week, and she didn't want a repeat.
Kelly Kelly and Candice were shown walking backstage on their way out to the ring.
Kelly Kelly & Candice Michelle vs. Jillian Hall & Beth Phoenix
Kelly Kelly managed to flip out of Beth Phoenix's clutches and landed on her feet. Beth quickly knocked Kelly Kelly down. Beth tried for the pinfall but Candice came in to prevent it. Jillian who was outside the ring grabbed Candice's feet and yanked her outside the ring. Beth turned to watch what was going on as Kelly got up. Kelly went for a roll up pinfall, but Beth escaped it, countered and put Kelly into her finisher to slam her face first to the mat for the win.
Deuce vs. The Great Charli (Charlie Hass)
Charlie Haas came out on stilts in a wig and fake chin as "The Great Charli". CHarli was accompanied by Khali's translator, Runjan Singh. Prior to the match, Charlie began yelling jibberish with Runjan Singh translating. Deuce tried to come off the ropes to start things off, but caught a chop to the head. Charli hit a headbutt and was going to do a double-handed slam, but Deuce delivered a serious kick to his face. Deuce came running off the ropes to deliver an elbow drop, but Haas stuck a leg up. As Haas' wig came off he started going wild, with a flurry of punches on Deuce, then a dropkick, and finally a clothesline off the top turnbuckle. After the bell, Runjan Singh arrived from backstage with the real Great Khali. Khali began to walk down the ramp towards the ring. Khali got into the ring to face Charli, and Runjan Singh translated for Khali. Singh introduced Great Charli to Great Khali. Khali was smiling as Charli put a hand out for a handshake. Khali chopped him down to the mat, then raised his arms up as he let out a roar.
Jerry Lawler and Michael Cole ran down this week's WWE TV schedule. On Tuesday night, ECW has a new start time of 9PM on Sci-Fi. This Thursday at 8PM, the World Broadcast Premiere of Wrestlemania 24 debuts. Then the following night, Smackdown has its All-Star Kickoff on MyNetworkTV at 8PM EST. Sunday will be the next WWE PPV, No Mercy at 8 PM EST on PPV.
A promo tape was shown of Wrestlemania to hype up the Wrestlemania 24 World Broadcast Premiere this coming Thursday. Michael Cole & Lawler ran down the full card for this Sunday's No Mercy PPV.
Shawn Michaels & Mystery Partner vs. Chris Jericho & Lance Cade
In the ring, Jericho addressed the crowd as they booed and jeered him. Jericho said someone had the audacity to wish him good luck Sunday against HBK. Jericho said he doesn't need luck to win, because he's better than Michaels is. Jericho gave a demonstration, when he asked Lance Cade to get a ladder from under the ring. Cade grabbed a ladder and Jericho narrated what he will do with the ladder to HBK. Cade slammed the ladder against the ringpost and steel post, then tossed it into the ring. Jericho made as if he was slamming the ladder on HBK's head over and over. Jericho said he'll finish off by caving in HBK's rib cage with the ladder. Jericho showed what he thought of luck by walking under the ladder then saying since he's best in the world he doesnt' need luck. Michaels came out to the ramp briefly with his music playing, then went backstage to get his partner. All of a sudden, the DX Theme music came on. After a delay, Shawn Michaels came out with Triple H for a DX reunion. In the matchup, it went back and forth until Triple H gained an advantage finally against Lance Cade. As Cade stood up, Triple H put him into the Pedigree. Jericho rushed into the ring to ambush HHH, and hit the Codebreaker. Michaels ran into the ring to knock down Jericho, but as Michaels got up and turned around, Cade caught him with a vicious clothesline. Jericho and Cade began to stomp and pound on HBK down on the mat. The ref called for the bell as a DQ. With HHH still on the outside, Cade held Michaels up as Jericho punched away at him. Jericho went to the outside and retrieved a ladder which he brought into the ring. All of a sudden the crowd went wild, as HHH came into the ring with Sledgehammer in hand. Jericho dropped the ladder and quickly escaped the ring. Cade turned around and caught the sledgehammer in his gut. Jericho yelled for Cade to get out of the ring, but he then caught Michaels' Sweet Chin Music followed by HHH's Pedigree. HHH set up the ladder near the corner of the ring. Michaels climbed the ladder then delivered a vicious splash down onto Cade from off the top of the ladder.
Santino Marella vs. Batista
Santino comes out from backstage with Beth Phoenix and a mic in his hand. Santino told Batista to check out the "Honk-a-Meter" which shows Santino has held the IC title for 6 weeks, and has just 58 weeks to beat Honkey Tonk man's reign. Santino then had the Brain Barometer put up, showing he has 10 Trillion brain cells more than the average human brain. Santino had Batista's chart put up which showed he has just 12 brain cells. Santino then said he'd knock out 10 of the brain cells and leave him in worst shape than the US economy. Batista immediately clotheslined down Santino as the bell rang, then rammed him into the corner. After whipping Santino to the other corner, Batista hit the Spinebuster, then got riled up. As Santino stood, Batista looked out at Beth Phoenix and delivered the Batista Bomb for a quick win. Beth stood up on the apron, talking trash to Batista to distract him. All of a sudden, JBL was in the ring and as Batista turned, he received a Clothesline from Hell.
Backstage, Todd Grisham interviewed Shawn Michaels about the main event against Cade and Jericho. Michaels said he trained Cade years ago, and never expected him to show off his skills at Shawn Michael's expense. HBK then said Jericho has just 6 days to be champ, until HBK walks out from No Mercy as the new champ. Michaels said as for his partner, he was considering a "Real American", a "Texas Rattlesnake", or "the Best there was, best there is and best there ever will be". HBK said he wants to find a tag partner who actually likes him.
JTG vs. The Miz
JTG was accompanied by Big Shad. Michael Cole reminded fans of the "Word Up" show on WWE.com that Cryme Tyme has. An excerpt was shown of The Dirt Sheet where Miz and Morrison mocked Cryme Tyme's fathers as nerdy type characters. During the match, Miz had the upperhand but as he came at JTG from the ropes, JTG avoided him. JTG used a clothesline style takedown. Before he could get momentum, John Morrison was on the side apron. Big Shad rushed over to swipe Morrison's leg, causing him to fall on the apron. JTG was distracted as he watched the incident, allowing the Miz to stun him, then hit the Reality Check for the win. Miz and Morrison taunted Cryme Tyme as they backed up the ramp.
Backstage, Jamie Noble went up to Jillian Hall. Jamie said even though he doesn't like her singing talents he needs a partner for an inter-gender tag match. Jillian said if Layla didn't want to be seen with him, she wouldn't either. Just then Dolph Ziggler came up to them and introduced himself to Jillian. He tried to shake Noble's hand, but Noble walked off angrily.
Jamie Noble & Mickie James vs. Paul Burchill & Katie Lea
Before the match started, William Regal came out to the top of the ramp where a throne was set up. Regal was accompanied by Layla who stood next to the throne to watch the match. Noble had to fight solo against the brother-sister duo, until all of a sudden, Mickie James emerged from backstage to be his partner. Under inter-gender rules, men could battle against women in this matchup. Noble looked out at Regal and Layla as he went to the top ropes and did a dropkick onto Burchill. Katie Lea came in to break up the pin attempt, so Mickie charged in to knock Katie Lea out of the ring. Burchill tried to set up Noble for a finisher, but Noble countered and put an armbar submission hold on. Burchill quickly tapped out in pain. Noble went to the corner ropes after the bell and looked straight out at Layla/Regal.
Raw returned with a backstage shot of Rhodes, Manu and Dibiae cautiously entering a back hallway. Rhodes told Manu to let him do the talking. Rhodes walked up to Kane who had his back turned to them. Rhodes said since Kane's father is Paul Bearer, that makes him a second generation superstar like them. Rhodes said they need to act as a unit tonight in their 8 man tag match. Dibiase said they want to make sure they're on the same page. Kane turned and said he doesn't take orders from anyone, but he will massacre Rey Mysterio tonight. Kane warned the 3 men to stay out of his way or they'd be a second generation pile of bodies.
Footage was shown of HBK in a handicap match last week against Cade and Jericho. Jericho almost received a Superkick, but he fell back to the corner. Just then, Lance Cade delivered his finisher on Michaels to win it for his team.
Cade came to the top of the ramp, mic in hand. Cade declared he was the man to beat his one-time mentor, HBK. Cade said he's learned more from Jericho in a short time, then in his long-time training under HBK. Cade said tonight Michaels will either lose to him or Chris Jericho, just like he will Sunday. Cade said Jericho will still be World Heavyweight Champion after No Mercy.
CM Punk & Kofi Kingston & Evan Bourne & Rey Mysterio vs. Cody Rhodes & Ted Dibiase & Manu & Kane (8 Man Tag Match)
At one point in the match, the action got fast and furious. The ring was cleared of the heels, and then Kingston and Punk ran across the ring and dove through the ropes out into Rhodes & Dibiase. Rey Mysterio did a springboard off the top ropes and jumped out onto Kane as Raw hit a commercial break. Raw resumed with the heels in control of Evan Bourne, and they worked to isolate him from his partners. Bourne finally escaped to tag in CM Punk. Punk began to take out his frustrations on Manu. Ted Dibiase ran over on the apron, but Punk delivered a kick to his head. Just then, Manu clipped Punk's leg, taking him down. Rhodes tagged in to continue the punishment. Kane tagged in and began to kick Punk repeatedly on the mat. The heels continued to keep Punk away from a tag and worked on his hurt knee. With the crowd behind him, Punk avoided an elbow drop from Rhodes and tagged in Kofi Kingston. Kingston went into a frenzy knocking Rhodes around the ring. Kingston got riled up and hit a double leg drop on Rhodes. Manu came into the ring to break up the pin. Evan Bourne rushed into the ring to take out Manu. As things got wild, Kane made a tag in and was about to deliver a chokeslam on Kofi. Just then, Mysterio did a springboard off the top ropes and dropkicked Kane to the corner. Dibiase came in and went after Rey, but Rey was able to flip them both over the top rope out of the ring. Kingston ran at Kane in the corner, but Kane caught him in mid air with his hand on his throat, then Chokeslammed him down. After the win, Kane diabolically smiled and talked trash to Rey Mysterio as he headed up the ramp.
Raw GM Mike Adamle was in the ring as Raw returned. Adamle said earlier that Kane made a request. Adamle said he told Kane if he won tonight, that he would honor the request. Adamle said Kane's request was that if he beats Rey Mysterio at No Mercy, Rey must remove his mask in the ring. Just then as Adamle was speaking, Randy Orton's music came on and Orton came down to interrupt.
Orton asked Adamle if he needs to call Shane McMahon about his decisions to make sure they're ok. Orton told Adamle he doesn't like how he allowed Shane McMahon to overrule his suspension decision on CM Punk last week. Orton told Adamle to re-suspend CM Punk, and to start standing up for himself. Orton said once he returns he will own things on Raw, just like when he was champ. Orton said Adamle will need him on his side. Just then, JBL's music came on. JBL came out from backstage with a mic in hand, and JBL walked down to the ring.
JBL said next week he'll defeat Batista at No Mercy, and then will face Jericho or Michaels to become the next champ. JBL said this is right now, and while Orton's past was glorious, it's over. JBL said Orton is still living in the past. JBL started asking Adamle to make a stipulation that when JBL beats Batista at No Mercy, that Orton never gets a title shot ever. Just then, Batista's music came on. Orton and Adamle cleared out of the ring, and JBL stared up the ramp ready for Batista to charge down. Batista snuck into the ring behind him. As JBL turned, Batista caught him with a Spear taking JBL to the mat. Batista grabbed the mic and said JBL may have had a bad week, but at No Mercy it will get a lot worse.
Backstage, Santino Marella was shown talking on his cell phone. As Santino turned the corner he saw Beth Phoenix and started pretending he was talking to a "Frank". Beth asked who it was and Santino said it was a sick kid who he promised to win a match for. Beth told Santino to stay backstage because she didn't want him messing up her match tonight. Beth said Santino caused her to lose last week, and she didn't want a repeat.
Kelly Kelly and Candice were shown walking backstage on their way out to the ring.
Kelly Kelly & Candice Michelle vs. Jillian Hall & Beth Phoenix
Kelly Kelly managed to flip out of Beth Phoenix's clutches and landed on her feet. Beth quickly knocked Kelly Kelly down. Beth tried for the pinfall but Candice came in to prevent it. Jillian who was outside the ring grabbed Candice's feet and yanked her outside the ring. Beth turned to watch what was going on as Kelly got up. Kelly went for a roll up pinfall, but Beth escaped it, countered and put Kelly into her finisher to slam her face first to the mat for the win.
Deuce vs. The Great Charli (Charlie Hass)
Charlie Haas came out on stilts in a wig and fake chin as "The Great Charli". CHarli was accompanied by Khali's translator, Runjan Singh. Prior to the match, Charlie began yelling jibberish with Runjan Singh translating. Deuce tried to come off the ropes to start things off, but caught a chop to the head. Charli hit a headbutt and was going to do a double-handed slam, but Deuce delivered a serious kick to his face. Deuce came running off the ropes to deliver an elbow drop, but Haas stuck a leg up. As Haas' wig came off he started going wild, with a flurry of punches on Deuce, then a dropkick, and finally a clothesline off the top turnbuckle. After the bell, Runjan Singh arrived from backstage with the real Great Khali. Khali began to walk down the ramp towards the ring. Khali got into the ring to face Charli, and Runjan Singh translated for Khali. Singh introduced Great Charli to Great Khali. Khali was smiling as Charli put a hand out for a handshake. Khali chopped him down to the mat, then raised his arms up as he let out a roar.
Jerry Lawler and Michael Cole ran down this week's WWE TV schedule. On Tuesday night, ECW has a new start time of 9PM on Sci-Fi. This Thursday at 8PM, the World Broadcast Premiere of Wrestlemania 24 debuts. Then the following night, Smackdown has its All-Star Kickoff on MyNetworkTV at 8PM EST. Sunday will be the next WWE PPV, No Mercy at 8 PM EST on PPV.
A promo tape was shown of Wrestlemania to hype up the Wrestlemania 24 World Broadcast Premiere this coming Thursday. Michael Cole & Lawler ran down the full card for this Sunday's No Mercy PPV.
Shawn Michaels & Mystery Partner vs. Chris Jericho & Lance Cade
In the ring, Jericho addressed the crowd as they booed and jeered him. Jericho said someone had the audacity to wish him good luck Sunday against HBK. Jericho said he doesn't need luck to win, because he's better than Michaels is. Jericho gave a demonstration, when he asked Lance Cade to get a ladder from under the ring. Cade grabbed a ladder and Jericho narrated what he will do with the ladder to HBK. Cade slammed the ladder against the ringpost and steel post, then tossed it into the ring. Jericho made as if he was slamming the ladder on HBK's head over and over. Jericho said he'll finish off by caving in HBK's rib cage with the ladder. Jericho showed what he thought of luck by walking under the ladder then saying since he's best in the world he doesnt' need luck. Michaels came out to the ramp briefly with his music playing, then went backstage to get his partner. All of a sudden, the DX Theme music came on. After a delay, Shawn Michaels came out with Triple H for a DX reunion. In the matchup, it went back and forth until Triple H gained an advantage finally against Lance Cade. As Cade stood up, Triple H put him into the Pedigree. Jericho rushed into the ring to ambush HHH, and hit the Codebreaker. Michaels ran into the ring to knock down Jericho, but as Michaels got up and turned around, Cade caught him with a vicious clothesline. Jericho and Cade began to stomp and pound on HBK down on the mat. The ref called for the bell as a DQ. With HHH still on the outside, Cade held Michaels up as Jericho punched away at him. Jericho went to the outside and retrieved a ladder which he brought into the ring. All of a sudden the crowd went wild, as HHH came into the ring with Sledgehammer in hand. Jericho dropped the ladder and quickly escaped the ring. Cade turned around and caught the sledgehammer in his gut. Jericho yelled for Cade to get out of the ring, but he then caught Michaels' Sweet Chin Music followed by HHH's Pedigree. HHH set up the ladder near the corner of the ring. Michaels climbed the ladder then delivered a vicious splash down onto Cade from off the top of the ladder.
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
CMT Gets ready to rumble with "HULK HOGAN'S CELEBRITY CHAMPIONSHIP WRESTLING" premiering Saturday, October 18
The legendary Hulk Hogan returns to the ring as the host and judge of CMT's new series HULK HOGAN'S CELEBRITY CHAMPIONSHIP WRESTLING, premiering Saturday, October 18 at 8:00 p.m., ET/PT on CMT. The cast of 10 celebrity wrestling hopefuls will find themselves put to the test as they master the ring and their competitors during their attempts to turn themselves into professional-quality wrestlers.
Hogan, along with former World Championship Wrestling President Eric Bischoff and professional wrestling manager Jimmy Hart will team up to judge the contestants including former NBA champion Dennis Rodman, "Bewitched" actress Erin Murphy, Playboy playmate Nikki Ziering, "Different Strokes" actor Todd Bridges, Super Heavyweight boxer ButterBean, reality TV star Trishelle Cannatella, "Saved by the Bell"s Dustin Diamond, actor, boxer and recording artist Frank Stallone, pop sensation Tiffany, and reality TV star and radio host Danny Bonaduce -- as they compete for the title of "Celebrity All Star Heavyweight Champion." The contestants must all exhibit their top physical and showmanship skills in the ring if they don't want to be deemed a "Jabroni" (a fake, phony, or fool) by Hulk Hogan and kicked out of the competition.
The contestants will be split into two teams and coached by former professional wrestlers Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake and Brian "Nasty Boy" Knobs. "Team Beefcake" and "Team Nasty" are required to learn three new moves each week and perform in front of a live audience where they are judged on technical ability and showmanship, both as individuals and as team players. Each match will see the two teams fight to prevent their possibility of elimination from the competition. When the match is over, someone will be eliminated and sent home.
As the contestants learn in episode one, performing like a professional wrestler requires intense conditioning. Hulk Hogan sizes each contestant up and gives them their first assignment- to master classic wrestling moves known as "The Clothesline," "The Forearm Smash," and the "Kick to the Midsection." The two teams spend the first couple days practicing with trainers and each other perfecting the intricate choreography, athleticism, and showmanship necessary for the match in front of a live audience. By the time they reach the ring for the first battle, between the screaming crowd and the judges, both teams are as fired up as true wrestling veterans.
"Hulk Hogan's Celebrity Championship Wrestling" is created and executive produced by Eric Bischoff and Jason Hervey of Bischoff-Hervey Entertainment as well as Hulk Hogan. Melanie Moreau and Bob Kusbit are executive producers for CMT.
CMT, a unit of Viacom's MTV Networks (NYSE: VIA and VIA.B), is the leading television and digital authority on country music and entertainment, reaching more than 87 million homes in the U.S. CMT and its website, CMT.com, offer an unparalleled mix of music, news, live concerts and series and is the top resource for country music on demand. The network's digital platforms include the 24-hour music channel, CMT Pure Country, CMT Mobile and CMT VOD.
MTV Networks, a unit of Viacom , is one of the world's leading creators of programming and content across all media platforms. MTV Networks, with 137 channels worldwide, owns and operates the following television programming services MTV: MUSIC TELEVISION, MTV2, VH1, mtvU, NICKELODEON, NICK at NITE, COMEDY CENTRAL, TV LAND, SPIKE TV, CMT, NOGGIN/THE N, VH1 CLASSIC, LOGO, MTVN INTERNATIONAL and THE DIGITAL SUITE FROM MTV NETWORKS, a package of 13 digital services, all of these networks trademarks of MTV Networks. MTV Networks connects with its audiences through its robust consumer products businesses and its more than 200 interactive properties worldwide, including online, broadband, wireless and interactive television services and also has licensing agreements, joint ventures, and syndication deals whereby all of its programming services can be seen worldwide.
Hogan, along with former World Championship Wrestling President Eric Bischoff and professional wrestling manager Jimmy Hart will team up to judge the contestants including former NBA champion Dennis Rodman, "Bewitched" actress Erin Murphy, Playboy playmate Nikki Ziering, "Different Strokes" actor Todd Bridges, Super Heavyweight boxer ButterBean, reality TV star Trishelle Cannatella, "Saved by the Bell"s Dustin Diamond, actor, boxer and recording artist Frank Stallone, pop sensation Tiffany, and reality TV star and radio host Danny Bonaduce -- as they compete for the title of "Celebrity All Star Heavyweight Champion." The contestants must all exhibit their top physical and showmanship skills in the ring if they don't want to be deemed a "Jabroni" (a fake, phony, or fool) by Hulk Hogan and kicked out of the competition.
The contestants will be split into two teams and coached by former professional wrestlers Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake and Brian "Nasty Boy" Knobs. "Team Beefcake" and "Team Nasty" are required to learn three new moves each week and perform in front of a live audience where they are judged on technical ability and showmanship, both as individuals and as team players. Each match will see the two teams fight to prevent their possibility of elimination from the competition. When the match is over, someone will be eliminated and sent home.
As the contestants learn in episode one, performing like a professional wrestler requires intense conditioning. Hulk Hogan sizes each contestant up and gives them their first assignment- to master classic wrestling moves known as "The Clothesline," "The Forearm Smash," and the "Kick to the Midsection." The two teams spend the first couple days practicing with trainers and each other perfecting the intricate choreography, athleticism, and showmanship necessary for the match in front of a live audience. By the time they reach the ring for the first battle, between the screaming crowd and the judges, both teams are as fired up as true wrestling veterans.
"Hulk Hogan's Celebrity Championship Wrestling" is created and executive produced by Eric Bischoff and Jason Hervey of Bischoff-Hervey Entertainment as well as Hulk Hogan. Melanie Moreau and Bob Kusbit are executive producers for CMT.
CMT, a unit of Viacom's MTV Networks (NYSE: VIA and VIA.B), is the leading television and digital authority on country music and entertainment, reaching more than 87 million homes in the U.S. CMT and its website, CMT.com, offer an unparalleled mix of music, news, live concerts and series and is the top resource for country music on demand. The network's digital platforms include the 24-hour music channel, CMT Pure Country, CMT Mobile and CMT VOD.
MTV Networks, a unit of Viacom , is one of the world's leading creators of programming and content across all media platforms. MTV Networks, with 137 channels worldwide, owns and operates the following television programming services MTV: MUSIC TELEVISION, MTV2, VH1, mtvU, NICKELODEON, NICK at NITE, COMEDY CENTRAL, TV LAND, SPIKE TV, CMT, NOGGIN/THE N, VH1 CLASSIC, LOGO, MTVN INTERNATIONAL and THE DIGITAL SUITE FROM MTV NETWORKS, a package of 13 digital services, all of these networks trademarks of MTV Networks. MTV Networks connects with its audiences through its robust consumer products businesses and its more than 200 interactive properties worldwide, including online, broadband, wireless and interactive television services and also has licensing agreements, joint ventures, and syndication deals whereby all of its programming services can be seen worldwide.
Calling all Japanese Wrestlers!
As a part of their international expansion, WWE is looking to sign more Japanese wrestlers. The company has signed New Japan wrestler Naofumi Yamamoto and had talks with Takeshi Morishima a month or so back. WWE is also still looking to sign more talents from Mexico.
WWE not so quick on disciplining Jeff Hardy
While WWE won’t be taking any disciplinary action against Hardy for his most recent incident, some "what if" conversations have sparked up within the company. Hardy is obviously a big draw for WWE who also moves a fair amount of merchandise, and would be much more valuable to competition this time around if they were to let him go. One source says that WWE will be reluctant to call Hardy’s "third strike", as they are very aware of the potential business TNA could do with him after his major push on RAW.
The recent airport incident, where Hardy was allegedly intoxicated in public, was said to be a wakeup call for WWE management and he likely won’t be getting the same star treatment he was before.
The recent airport incident, where Hardy was allegedly intoxicated in public, was said to be a wakeup call for WWE management and he likely won’t be getting the same star treatment he was before.
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
ECW Results 09-23-08
Jim Ross partnered with Matt Striker this week as the ECW commentators. The Miz and John Morrison came down the ramp and made their way to the ring. They grabbed a few mics to address an issue with Evan Bourne. The Miz claimed he was athletically superior to Evan Bourne last week and Evan Bourne only got the win over hm because Ricky Ortiz helped him win. Footage was shown where Morrison yanked Bourne's foot from ringside. Ricky Ortiz came over to crash into Morrison, allowing Bourne to pickup a pinfall victory. Miz and Morrison complained about having to compete against the new Superstar initiative. They called out the ECW General Manager Teddy Long for scheduling them in these matches lately.
Teddy Long came out with microphone in hand. From the ramp, Teddy said the new superstar initiative has brought in some great new talent. Morrison brought up Braden Walker being released after just two matches. Teddy said ECW will continue to supply the young superstars for WWE. Teddy said if Miz and Morrison don't like competition they can leave now. Miz and Morrison demanded a match against Ricky Ortiz and Evan Bourne tonight. Teddy told them they knew Evan Bourne wasn't present tonight. Miz and Morrison kept talking trash until Ricky Ortiz came out. Ortiz challenged, asking which superstar wants to face him. Miz and Morrison both claimed they could beat anyone. Teddy took them up on their offer, saying the could face each other, then the winner gets Ortiz right after.
J.R. revisiting highlights from last night's Raw where Kane decimated Evan Bourne in a singles match. Rey Mysterio tried to come down to aid his friend, but Kane knocked Rey to the mat and brutally attacked him as well. Rey and Kane will meet one on one at No Mercy.
Backstage, ECW GM Teddy Long told Ricky Ortiz that he's got his toughest match so far tonight. Ortiz thanked him for the opportunity saying he's got something in his pocket for tonight. Just then Teddy's assistant Tiffany came up to them, saying she likes Ricky's chances. Ricky said he has the Ricky O Rally towel in his pocket, then Tiffany took it and put it around her neck saying it feels good.
Finlay vs. Bam Neely
Bam Neely arrived to the ring without Chavo Guerrero who last Friday on Smackdown was grabbed by the Undertaker. In tonight's match, Bam was able to gain the upperhand and put Finlay into a Boston Crab submission hold. Hornswoggle came into the corner of the ring with a shilaleigh and Bam saw him from the corner of his eye. Bam got up and grabbed Hornswoggle then tossed him across the ring. As the referee was distracted, Finlay grabbed the shilaleigh and clocked Bam Neely over the skull with it, then took a pinfall for the win.
WWE 24/7 Classics on Demand showed March 23, 1992 tag team fight with Sid Justice & Ric Flair taking on Roddy Pipper and Hulk Hogan. The classic match occurred just before Wrestlemania VIII with Hogan and Piper picking up the victory.
Jim Ross reminded fans that ECW moves to 9PM EST on Sci-Fi starting next Tuesday.
Maryse vs. Michelle McCool (Non-Title Match)
According to J.R., Divas Champion Michelle McCool granted Maryse this non-title rematch on ECW. McCool tackled Maryse as the bell sounded and the two divas rolled on each other punching away to start the match. At one point, Maryse went to the outside and Michelle tried for a slide dropkick. Maryse moved away then ran and clotheslined Michelle down to gain the advantage. Maryse used a Camel Clutch submission to wear down Michelle in the ring. Michelle regained control of things and went to the corner for a move. Maryse got up and came over to slam Michelle down to the mat. Maryse then cockily picked up Michelle by the hair, then used her finisher DDT to win the match. Maryse finally picked up a win over McCool but unfortunately for her it came in a non-title match.
Jim Ross and Matt Striker ran down the lineup for No Mercy including Jeff Hardy vs Triple H, Shawn Michaels vs. Chris Jericho Ladder match, and Mark Henry taking on Matt Hardy for the ECW title.
Mark Henry and Tony Atlas came out to the top of the ramp. Henry vowed he will leave Matt Hardy a mess in the ring when he takes back his title at No Mercy. Henry said he'll prove that Matt Hardy isn't a champion, but Mark Henry is the World's Strongest Champion.
Chase Stevens vs. Mike Knox
Knox started off taking Stevens to the corner where he attacked until the referee stopped things. Knox continued to dominate from here, whipping Stevens to the other corner then rushing into him. Knox slammed Stevens to the mat then delivered a solid knee drop into him. Knox delivered a hard right hand, then a serious clothesline. Finally, Knox used his finisher to twist slam Stevens to the mat and get the win. As Knox was heading backstage, Jack Swagger came out from backstage and walked down the ramp to the ring. Swagger kept smiling and got into the ring to slam down Stevens again. Tommy Dreamer charged down to the ring to chase off Jack Swagger. As Dreamer checked on Stevens, Mike Knox had come down and got onto the apron. Dreamer stood up to face him, but Swagger got back in the ring to attack Dreamer. Swagger hit his finisher on Dreamer, and left the ring all smiles with Dreamer and Stevens down on the mat.
Smackdown Rebound had coverage of Vladimir Kozlov's rampage against the roster as he searched for new competition. Kozlov attacked both Jeff Hardy and Triple H in the same night, leaving both men down.
The Miz vs. John Morrison (Winner faces Ricky Ortiz)
The former tag team champs faced one another for the chance to take on Ricky Ortiz afterwards. Both men displayed effective attacks against one another. At one point, the two went to the top corner to battle. Miz was about to hit the suplex but Morrison hit him in the leg and both men crashed to the mat. Morrison was holding his neck/head and Miz was holding his knee as the referee counted both men down on the mat. So the match ended with no official winner! Ricky Ortiz didn't care though! After the bell sounded, Ricky Ortiz charged down to the ring to face both the Miz and Morrison. Ortiz took advantage of the fact both Miz and Morrison crashed down to the mat and hurt themselves in their contest. Ortiz hit the huge O splash on Miz, just as Morrison got to his feet. Ortiz then came off the ropes to hit a shoulder block on Morrison. Ortiz hit the O splash on Morrison then rolled out of the ring. As he headed back up the ramp, Ortiz found a blonde female fan who gave him a kiss.
Teddy Long came out with microphone in hand. From the ramp, Teddy said the new superstar initiative has brought in some great new talent. Morrison brought up Braden Walker being released after just two matches. Teddy said ECW will continue to supply the young superstars for WWE. Teddy said if Miz and Morrison don't like competition they can leave now. Miz and Morrison demanded a match against Ricky Ortiz and Evan Bourne tonight. Teddy told them they knew Evan Bourne wasn't present tonight. Miz and Morrison kept talking trash until Ricky Ortiz came out. Ortiz challenged, asking which superstar wants to face him. Miz and Morrison both claimed they could beat anyone. Teddy took them up on their offer, saying the could face each other, then the winner gets Ortiz right after.
J.R. revisiting highlights from last night's Raw where Kane decimated Evan Bourne in a singles match. Rey Mysterio tried to come down to aid his friend, but Kane knocked Rey to the mat and brutally attacked him as well. Rey and Kane will meet one on one at No Mercy.
Backstage, ECW GM Teddy Long told Ricky Ortiz that he's got his toughest match so far tonight. Ortiz thanked him for the opportunity saying he's got something in his pocket for tonight. Just then Teddy's assistant Tiffany came up to them, saying she likes Ricky's chances. Ricky said he has the Ricky O Rally towel in his pocket, then Tiffany took it and put it around her neck saying it feels good.
Finlay vs. Bam Neely
Bam Neely arrived to the ring without Chavo Guerrero who last Friday on Smackdown was grabbed by the Undertaker. In tonight's match, Bam was able to gain the upperhand and put Finlay into a Boston Crab submission hold. Hornswoggle came into the corner of the ring with a shilaleigh and Bam saw him from the corner of his eye. Bam got up and grabbed Hornswoggle then tossed him across the ring. As the referee was distracted, Finlay grabbed the shilaleigh and clocked Bam Neely over the skull with it, then took a pinfall for the win.
WWE 24/7 Classics on Demand showed March 23, 1992 tag team fight with Sid Justice & Ric Flair taking on Roddy Pipper and Hulk Hogan. The classic match occurred just before Wrestlemania VIII with Hogan and Piper picking up the victory.
Jim Ross reminded fans that ECW moves to 9PM EST on Sci-Fi starting next Tuesday.
Maryse vs. Michelle McCool (Non-Title Match)
According to J.R., Divas Champion Michelle McCool granted Maryse this non-title rematch on ECW. McCool tackled Maryse as the bell sounded and the two divas rolled on each other punching away to start the match. At one point, Maryse went to the outside and Michelle tried for a slide dropkick. Maryse moved away then ran and clotheslined Michelle down to gain the advantage. Maryse used a Camel Clutch submission to wear down Michelle in the ring. Michelle regained control of things and went to the corner for a move. Maryse got up and came over to slam Michelle down to the mat. Maryse then cockily picked up Michelle by the hair, then used her finisher DDT to win the match. Maryse finally picked up a win over McCool but unfortunately for her it came in a non-title match.
Jim Ross and Matt Striker ran down the lineup for No Mercy including Jeff Hardy vs Triple H, Shawn Michaels vs. Chris Jericho Ladder match, and Mark Henry taking on Matt Hardy for the ECW title.
Mark Henry and Tony Atlas came out to the top of the ramp. Henry vowed he will leave Matt Hardy a mess in the ring when he takes back his title at No Mercy. Henry said he'll prove that Matt Hardy isn't a champion, but Mark Henry is the World's Strongest Champion.
Chase Stevens vs. Mike Knox
Knox started off taking Stevens to the corner where he attacked until the referee stopped things. Knox continued to dominate from here, whipping Stevens to the other corner then rushing into him. Knox slammed Stevens to the mat then delivered a solid knee drop into him. Knox delivered a hard right hand, then a serious clothesline. Finally, Knox used his finisher to twist slam Stevens to the mat and get the win. As Knox was heading backstage, Jack Swagger came out from backstage and walked down the ramp to the ring. Swagger kept smiling and got into the ring to slam down Stevens again. Tommy Dreamer charged down to the ring to chase off Jack Swagger. As Dreamer checked on Stevens, Mike Knox had come down and got onto the apron. Dreamer stood up to face him, but Swagger got back in the ring to attack Dreamer. Swagger hit his finisher on Dreamer, and left the ring all smiles with Dreamer and Stevens down on the mat.
Smackdown Rebound had coverage of Vladimir Kozlov's rampage against the roster as he searched for new competition. Kozlov attacked both Jeff Hardy and Triple H in the same night, leaving both men down.
The Miz vs. John Morrison (Winner faces Ricky Ortiz)
The former tag team champs faced one another for the chance to take on Ricky Ortiz afterwards. Both men displayed effective attacks against one another. At one point, the two went to the top corner to battle. Miz was about to hit the suplex but Morrison hit him in the leg and both men crashed to the mat. Morrison was holding his neck/head and Miz was holding his knee as the referee counted both men down on the mat. So the match ended with no official winner! Ricky Ortiz didn't care though! After the bell sounded, Ricky Ortiz charged down to the ring to face both the Miz and Morrison. Ortiz took advantage of the fact both Miz and Morrison crashed down to the mat and hurt themselves in their contest. Ortiz hit the huge O splash on Miz, just as Morrison got to his feet. Ortiz then came off the ropes to hit a shoulder block on Morrison. Ortiz hit the O splash on Morrison then rolled out of the ring. As he headed back up the ramp, Ortiz found a blonde female fan who gave him a kiss.
Monday, September 22, 2008
Raw Results 09-22-08
Raw kicked off with a ladder in the ring and the World Heavyweight title hanging above it. Chris Jericho made his way down to the ring after his theme music video and pyrotechnics. Jericho climbed to the top of the ladder and sat there discussing how at No Mercy he'll thwart Shawn Michaels attempts to re-write history and take away the title. As Jericho continued his speech, Randy Orton came to the ring to interrupt. Orton told Jericho he only won the title due to Orton kicking Punk in the head at Unforgiven. Orton and Jericho got in each other's faces and Orton vowed to be champ again. Orton also added that if Jericho or any other superstar layed a hand on him, they'd be suspended by orders of GM Mike Adamle. Jericho told Orton he was done wasting his time with him, and exited the ring. Orton continued yelling as Jericho walked up the ramp with the title, and finally Orton tossed the ladder out of the ring. Next, CM Punk made a surprise entrance and came to the ring to confront Orton. Punk tried to hold himself back, but suddenly slapped Orton in the face twice. As Orton fell to the corner, GM Mike Adamle rushed to the ring with a mic in hand. Adamle told Punk to cool down and then informed him since he violated his direct edict, Punk was suspended. Suddenly, Shane McMahon appeared from backstage to the cheers of the crowd. Shane came down to the ring and told GM Adamle he knows he's getting a lot of on-the-job training, and therefore he was overturning the Punk suspension. Shane told Orton to leave the ring, then said Punk can start off Raw facing Cody Rhodes. Shane also announced a main event tag match: JBL & Jericho vs. Batista and HBK.
CM Punk vs. Cody Rhodes
Late in the match, Rhodes and Punk traded ankle lock submission holds. Punk wrenched the hold in tightly and Rhodes was able to stretch out in agony and grab the bottom rope. The referee screamed at Punk to break the hold and began counting. Punk broke the hold at the last moment possible. As Rhodes stood up, Punk slapped him several times, then used vicious kicks and knees on him. Punk delivered a knee to Rhodes in the corner, then went for a bulldog. Rhodes shoved Punk away, but Punk came right back to deliver the GTS for the win. After the win, Manu and Ted Dibiase stormed the ring and attacked Punk. They had the upperhand until Kofi Kingston arrived to the ring to make the save.
Members of the Cincinnati Bengals were shown in the front row of the audience. Michael Cole introduced the Smackdown Rebound. Highlights were shown from last week's show with Vladimir Kozlov attacking both Jeff Hardy and Triple H as he continues his search for better competition.
Backstage, Shane McMahon commended Mike Adamle on the job he's doing so far. Kane burst into the office saying its great Adamle is delivering Evan Bourne to him in a match tonight, but he still wants Rey Mysterio. Adamle said it's a done deal and the two will face off at No Mercy. Kane left but first told Shane to say hi to his mother. Shane filled Adamle in on the history between he and Kane.
A WWE staff member was talking with Kelly Kelly backstage, then left. Beth Phoenix and Santino Marella came up to her. Santino was wearing a face mask due to injuries from last week when Batista attacked he and Beth. Beth told Kelly Kelly she saw her laughing at what Batista did to them last week, so she requested a match against her tonight. Santino started mocking Batista's entrance, when Batista walked up behind him, startling Santino. Beth Phoenix told Batista she's gonna take care of his friend and if Batista interferes, Santino will take care of him. Santino took off running as his theme music began playing for his upcoming match.
Santino Marella vs Deuce
Highlights were shown of Batista delivering Spinebusters on both Santino and Beth Phoenix in the ring, one on top of the other. Santino wore a face mask to the ring, and demanded the Honk-a-Meter be shown. Honky Tonk Man was IC champ for 64 weeks and Santino has been champ for 5. Deuce's theme music came on to interrupt, as Deuce came to the ring. Deuce went to work on Santino's face to exploit the injury, delivering a fist drop from off the ropes in addition to several other moves. Santino got up from the mat and attempted to whip Deuce to the corner quickly, but Deuce countered to send Santino over. Deuce punched Santino in the face again and fell back to the mat since he hit the hard mask. Deuce walked over and picked up Santino near the corner, but Santino was able to use his weight to fall over and roll up Deuce for a surprise pinfall.
Backstage, Rey Mysterio and Evan Bourne were shown walking together. Rey was giving Bourne tips on how to go against Kane in the ring.
Subway Slam of the Week showed Kane brutally assaulting Rey Mysterio during their match. The ref called for the fight giving Rey the win, and Evan Bourne came down to help Rey knock Kane down to the mat.
Evan Bourne vs. Kane
Bourne used quick attacks to kick Kane down and targeted his legs to make Kane immobilized. At one point, Bourne tried to slide off Kane's back and roll him up for a pin, but Kane punched Bourne in the face to prevent it. Bourne continued the quick attacks, using dropkicks from the corners of the ring and knees to Kane. After getting Kane knocked over the top rope, Bourne did a reverse flip off the corner onto Kane on the outside. Bourne followed with a double knee to Kane inside the ring but failed at a pin. As Bourne came off the ropes, Kane tossed him up in the air, then delivered a vicious uppercut to him. Kane began dominating Bourne from here as he rammed his back into the corner, then turned it into a powerslam. Kane waited for Bourne to get up from the mat, then delivered a finishing Chokeslam on him. Kane went to attack Bourne further after the bell, but Rey Mysterio was quick to come down to the ring. Rey tried to mount an attack against Kane and went for a jump move off the ropes, but Kane kicked him in mid-air then began destroying Mysterio in the ring. Kane left the ring with Rey down and the ref checking on him.
Backstage, Jamie Noble was asking Shane McMahon for just one more crack at William Regal. New superstar Dolph Ziggler came up and introduced himself to both men, shaking their hands. Ziggler left, then Randy Orton came up and Noble left the scene. Orton told Shane what he did earlier by overturning Punk's suspension was not cool. Orton said it'd be a shame if they got on each other's bad sides, because as 3rd generation superstars they are the most powerful in all the WWE. Shane agreed it would be a shame, then informed Orton he's a 4th generation superstar.
Kelly Kelly vs. Beth Phoenix
Beth started off by brutally attacking Kelly, forcing her to the corner and whipping her to the opposite corner. Kelly landed an impressive move as she grabbed Beth's arm, got onto the top rope and flipped down into the ring to toss Beth down. Beth was able to finally regain control as she grabbed Kelly Kelly and tossed her into the corner. Beth used a submission hold to start wearing Kelly down on the mat. Kelly was able to get to her feet briefly, but Beth punched her back down. Kelly mounted an offense again, dropkicking Beth down. At one point Beth tossed Kelly over her in the corner, but Kelly was able to land on her feet on the corner ropes. Kelly continued to come off the ropes to knock Beth down, but Santino grabbed her leg. Kelly turned to confront Santino and Beth went at Kelly. As Kelly moved, Santino jumped down from the apron to avoid contact. Kelly took advantage of the situation by getting a surprise roll up pin on Beth to win the match. Afterwards, Beth held Kelly and Santino got into the ring to go at her. Batista broke up their attempts as he came down to the ring and Kelly escaped. Santino punched Batista but it had no effect. Batista pulled on Santino's mask, snapping it back against his face, then Speared Santino to the mat.
An episode of The Dirt Sheet with John Morrison and The Miz was shown where they mocked Cryme Tyme. Cryme Tyme was part of the vignette and called Miz and Morrison "Posers".
Cryme Tyme vs. The Miz & John Morrison
At one point in the match, Morrison and JTG both were dow on the outside of the ring. Big Shad had the upperhand against The Miz in the ring. Shad picked up Miz for a long standing suplex, to slam him face first to the mat. Miz barely kicked out before 3. Miz and Shad continued to go at it, with Miz shoving Shad against the ropes. Shad caught himself and held onto the ropes, then began to elbow Miz away. Miz fell back and the ref checked on his condition. All of a sudden, Morrison got up from outside the ring, got on the apron and delivered a vicious kick to the back of Shad's head, allowing Miz to take the pinfall.
Chris Jericho and Lance Cade were meeting with Mike Adamle. Jericho told Adamle that Shane McMahon says and means two different things. Jericho suggested that Shane wants Adamle to come up with his own unique ideas. Jericho said he'd explain to Adamle exactly what should be done with the main event, as the camera cut back to the arena.
Michael Cole and Jerry Lawler discussed the matches for No Mercy including JBL vs. Batista, Rey vs. Kane, Undertaker vs. Big Show, Michaels vs. Jericho and Jeff Hardy vs. Triple H.
Video footage from earlier in the day was shown of Charlie Haas at Dave N Busters. Haas payed tribute to one of his all-time favorites, Mr. Perfect. Mr. Perfect's theme music was played as Haas put on a blonde wig and continually messed up various sports achievements he tried. Haas bricked several basketball shots, threw a golf club into a screen and crashed into a waiter carrying a food order.
Batista & Shawn Michaels vs. JBL & Chris Jericho w/Lance Cade
Lillian Garcia announced that the match had been changed by GM Mike Adamle to a 2 on 3 Handicap match. JBL and Jericho had the added help of Lance Cade in the match. The heels were able to effectively keep Shawn Michaels away from a tag to Batista. Cade, Jericho and JBL each took turns in the ring wearing Michaels down. JBL used a submission hold to stretch Michaels' back out against his knee. Michaels fought out and used a hip toss, but JBL quickly pushed HBK to the corner and tagged in Cade. JBL got back in again and hit Michaels with a cheapshot. Michaels started to come back and jumped at JBL off the ropes. JBL went for a fall away slam, but Michaels countered to bring JBL down. Both men layed on the mat and struggled to make a tag. Batista and Jericho tagged in, with The Animal running wild, clotheslining Jericho around the ring. Batista hit a Spinebuster on Jericho, then punched Cade down on the apron. Batista put Jericho on his shoulder then tagged in Shawn Michaels. Batista slammed Jericho to the mat, and Michaels did a flying elbow drop off the corner ropes. Michael's set up for Sweet Chin Music. Jericho got up and Michaels went for the Superkick. Jericho avoided it and tried for Walls of Jericho submission. Michaels countered that and the two continued fighting. JBL got into the ring to break up a Michaels pin attempt. Batista came in and he and JBL went to the outside.
In the ring, Michaels fought Jericho off to the point Jericho tagged in Cade. Jericho was down in one corner with Cade down in the other. Michaels waited for Jericho to stand and again tried for a Superkick. Jericho avoided yet again and managed to escape the ring. Cade as the legal man grabbed Michaels and hit his finisher to slam Michaels onto his back for the victory.
CM Punk vs. Cody Rhodes
Late in the match, Rhodes and Punk traded ankle lock submission holds. Punk wrenched the hold in tightly and Rhodes was able to stretch out in agony and grab the bottom rope. The referee screamed at Punk to break the hold and began counting. Punk broke the hold at the last moment possible. As Rhodes stood up, Punk slapped him several times, then used vicious kicks and knees on him. Punk delivered a knee to Rhodes in the corner, then went for a bulldog. Rhodes shoved Punk away, but Punk came right back to deliver the GTS for the win. After the win, Manu and Ted Dibiase stormed the ring and attacked Punk. They had the upperhand until Kofi Kingston arrived to the ring to make the save.
Members of the Cincinnati Bengals were shown in the front row of the audience. Michael Cole introduced the Smackdown Rebound. Highlights were shown from last week's show with Vladimir Kozlov attacking both Jeff Hardy and Triple H as he continues his search for better competition.
Backstage, Shane McMahon commended Mike Adamle on the job he's doing so far. Kane burst into the office saying its great Adamle is delivering Evan Bourne to him in a match tonight, but he still wants Rey Mysterio. Adamle said it's a done deal and the two will face off at No Mercy. Kane left but first told Shane to say hi to his mother. Shane filled Adamle in on the history between he and Kane.
A WWE staff member was talking with Kelly Kelly backstage, then left. Beth Phoenix and Santino Marella came up to her. Santino was wearing a face mask due to injuries from last week when Batista attacked he and Beth. Beth told Kelly Kelly she saw her laughing at what Batista did to them last week, so she requested a match against her tonight. Santino started mocking Batista's entrance, when Batista walked up behind him, startling Santino. Beth Phoenix told Batista she's gonna take care of his friend and if Batista interferes, Santino will take care of him. Santino took off running as his theme music began playing for his upcoming match.
Santino Marella vs Deuce
Highlights were shown of Batista delivering Spinebusters on both Santino and Beth Phoenix in the ring, one on top of the other. Santino wore a face mask to the ring, and demanded the Honk-a-Meter be shown. Honky Tonk Man was IC champ for 64 weeks and Santino has been champ for 5. Deuce's theme music came on to interrupt, as Deuce came to the ring. Deuce went to work on Santino's face to exploit the injury, delivering a fist drop from off the ropes in addition to several other moves. Santino got up from the mat and attempted to whip Deuce to the corner quickly, but Deuce countered to send Santino over. Deuce punched Santino in the face again and fell back to the mat since he hit the hard mask. Deuce walked over and picked up Santino near the corner, but Santino was able to use his weight to fall over and roll up Deuce for a surprise pinfall.
Backstage, Rey Mysterio and Evan Bourne were shown walking together. Rey was giving Bourne tips on how to go against Kane in the ring.
Subway Slam of the Week showed Kane brutally assaulting Rey Mysterio during their match. The ref called for the fight giving Rey the win, and Evan Bourne came down to help Rey knock Kane down to the mat.
Evan Bourne vs. Kane
Bourne used quick attacks to kick Kane down and targeted his legs to make Kane immobilized. At one point, Bourne tried to slide off Kane's back and roll him up for a pin, but Kane punched Bourne in the face to prevent it. Bourne continued the quick attacks, using dropkicks from the corners of the ring and knees to Kane. After getting Kane knocked over the top rope, Bourne did a reverse flip off the corner onto Kane on the outside. Bourne followed with a double knee to Kane inside the ring but failed at a pin. As Bourne came off the ropes, Kane tossed him up in the air, then delivered a vicious uppercut to him. Kane began dominating Bourne from here as he rammed his back into the corner, then turned it into a powerslam. Kane waited for Bourne to get up from the mat, then delivered a finishing Chokeslam on him. Kane went to attack Bourne further after the bell, but Rey Mysterio was quick to come down to the ring. Rey tried to mount an attack against Kane and went for a jump move off the ropes, but Kane kicked him in mid-air then began destroying Mysterio in the ring. Kane left the ring with Rey down and the ref checking on him.
Backstage, Jamie Noble was asking Shane McMahon for just one more crack at William Regal. New superstar Dolph Ziggler came up and introduced himself to both men, shaking their hands. Ziggler left, then Randy Orton came up and Noble left the scene. Orton told Shane what he did earlier by overturning Punk's suspension was not cool. Orton said it'd be a shame if they got on each other's bad sides, because as 3rd generation superstars they are the most powerful in all the WWE. Shane agreed it would be a shame, then informed Orton he's a 4th generation superstar.
Kelly Kelly vs. Beth Phoenix
Beth started off by brutally attacking Kelly, forcing her to the corner and whipping her to the opposite corner. Kelly landed an impressive move as she grabbed Beth's arm, got onto the top rope and flipped down into the ring to toss Beth down. Beth was able to finally regain control as she grabbed Kelly Kelly and tossed her into the corner. Beth used a submission hold to start wearing Kelly down on the mat. Kelly was able to get to her feet briefly, but Beth punched her back down. Kelly mounted an offense again, dropkicking Beth down. At one point Beth tossed Kelly over her in the corner, but Kelly was able to land on her feet on the corner ropes. Kelly continued to come off the ropes to knock Beth down, but Santino grabbed her leg. Kelly turned to confront Santino and Beth went at Kelly. As Kelly moved, Santino jumped down from the apron to avoid contact. Kelly took advantage of the situation by getting a surprise roll up pin on Beth to win the match. Afterwards, Beth held Kelly and Santino got into the ring to go at her. Batista broke up their attempts as he came down to the ring and Kelly escaped. Santino punched Batista but it had no effect. Batista pulled on Santino's mask, snapping it back against his face, then Speared Santino to the mat.
An episode of The Dirt Sheet with John Morrison and The Miz was shown where they mocked Cryme Tyme. Cryme Tyme was part of the vignette and called Miz and Morrison "Posers".
Cryme Tyme vs. The Miz & John Morrison
At one point in the match, Morrison and JTG both were dow on the outside of the ring. Big Shad had the upperhand against The Miz in the ring. Shad picked up Miz for a long standing suplex, to slam him face first to the mat. Miz barely kicked out before 3. Miz and Shad continued to go at it, with Miz shoving Shad against the ropes. Shad caught himself and held onto the ropes, then began to elbow Miz away. Miz fell back and the ref checked on his condition. All of a sudden, Morrison got up from outside the ring, got on the apron and delivered a vicious kick to the back of Shad's head, allowing Miz to take the pinfall.
Chris Jericho and Lance Cade were meeting with Mike Adamle. Jericho told Adamle that Shane McMahon says and means two different things. Jericho suggested that Shane wants Adamle to come up with his own unique ideas. Jericho said he'd explain to Adamle exactly what should be done with the main event, as the camera cut back to the arena.
Michael Cole and Jerry Lawler discussed the matches for No Mercy including JBL vs. Batista, Rey vs. Kane, Undertaker vs. Big Show, Michaels vs. Jericho and Jeff Hardy vs. Triple H.
Video footage from earlier in the day was shown of Charlie Haas at Dave N Busters. Haas payed tribute to one of his all-time favorites, Mr. Perfect. Mr. Perfect's theme music was played as Haas put on a blonde wig and continually messed up various sports achievements he tried. Haas bricked several basketball shots, threw a golf club into a screen and crashed into a waiter carrying a food order.
Batista & Shawn Michaels vs. JBL & Chris Jericho w/Lance Cade
Lillian Garcia announced that the match had been changed by GM Mike Adamle to a 2 on 3 Handicap match. JBL and Jericho had the added help of Lance Cade in the match. The heels were able to effectively keep Shawn Michaels away from a tag to Batista. Cade, Jericho and JBL each took turns in the ring wearing Michaels down. JBL used a submission hold to stretch Michaels' back out against his knee. Michaels fought out and used a hip toss, but JBL quickly pushed HBK to the corner and tagged in Cade. JBL got back in again and hit Michaels with a cheapshot. Michaels started to come back and jumped at JBL off the ropes. JBL went for a fall away slam, but Michaels countered to bring JBL down. Both men layed on the mat and struggled to make a tag. Batista and Jericho tagged in, with The Animal running wild, clotheslining Jericho around the ring. Batista hit a Spinebuster on Jericho, then punched Cade down on the apron. Batista put Jericho on his shoulder then tagged in Shawn Michaels. Batista slammed Jericho to the mat, and Michaels did a flying elbow drop off the corner ropes. Michael's set up for Sweet Chin Music. Jericho got up and Michaels went for the Superkick. Jericho avoided it and tried for Walls of Jericho submission. Michaels countered that and the two continued fighting. JBL got into the ring to break up a Michaels pin attempt. Batista came in and he and JBL went to the outside.
In the ring, Michaels fought Jericho off to the point Jericho tagged in Cade. Jericho was down in one corner with Cade down in the other. Michaels waited for Jericho to stand and again tried for a Superkick. Jericho avoided yet again and managed to escape the ring. Cade as the legal man grabbed Michaels and hit his finisher to slam Michaels onto his back for the victory.
WWE Divas Search Contest May Not Happen This Year
The WWE Divas search is in question for this year. It actually looks like it is not going to happen but there is a chance that that could change still. Those within the company are not aware of any contest going on this year as last years contest did not go so well in front of live crowds. On an interesting note, several current WWE divas came from the search including Candice Michelle, Layla, Eve Torres, Maria, Maryse, Michelle McCool, Lena Yada and Tiffany.
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
ECW Results 09-16-08
Matt Striker and Todd Grisham are calling tonight's ECW and announce tonight's main event between Mark Henry and Finlay.
Mike Knox Vs Matt Hardy (Non-Title Match)
Matt Hardy's music hits and the new ECW Champion Matt Hardy makes his way to the ring. It is announced by Matt Striker that we know who will challenge Matt Hardy for his ECW title. It will be Mark Henry in a rematch trying to take his former belt back. Mike Knox then makes his way to the ring in this non-title match. In a pretty lengthy match Mike Knox used his brute force to try to wear down the champ. At one point, Knox splashed Matt in the corner, then went for another attempt but Matt avoided him and was able to hit a Side Effect. Knox escaped the pin attempt, but Matt continued with the momentum. Matt got onto the corner ropes and as Knox came at him, Matt was able to jump off and DDT Knox to the mat. As Knox stood up still stunned, Matt Hardy hit the Twist of Fate and picked up the victory.
Backstage Tony Atlas and Mark Henry were in a locker room watching the Matt Hardy match on a TV. Atlas commented that Matt was looking good tonight in his match. Henry snapped back that the only reason he's champ is because he pinned someone else, not Mark Henry. Henry said the only reason Matt won last week was due to Finlay's use of a shillelagh as a weapon. Henry said tonight Finlay's Luck of the Irish has run out.
The Miz Vs Evan Bourne
The Miz and John Morrison make their way to the ring first. After John Morrison's win over Bourne last week thanks to a distraction by the Miz it was the Miz's turn against Bourne. Evan Bourne comes out next and much to the surprise of Miz and Morrison has Ricky Ortiz to be by ringside to somewhat even this thing out and hopefully stop any cheating. During the match, Miz took control and delivered a solid boot which caused Bourne to fall out through the ropes. Miz went to the outside where he dropped Bourne onto the crowd barricade, rammed him into the apron and tossed him back into the ring. Miz continued to wear down Bourne by wrenching his right arm back in a submission hold. Bourne finally got to his feet and the two started trading kicks, with Bourne kicking Miz' head to knock him down. Bourne started to gain momentum as he connected on a headscissors and then a backflip to splash onto Miz. Bourne went to the corner to finish off Miz, but Miz got up, ran over and threw Bourne off. Bourne escaped a pin after a Miz legdrop. Bourne managed to escape a charging Miz in the corner. Morrison came over to interfere as he tripped Bourne from the side of the ring, but Ricky Ortiz ran over then flew over to crash into Morrison. Miz was distracted by the outside altercation allowing Bourne to roll him up for a pinfall.
Highlights were shown from Raw where Chris Jericho successfully defended the World Heavyweight title in a Steel Cage match against CM Punk. After the win, GM Mike Adamle congratulated Jericho and told him to start thinking about No Mercy's title match. Jericho told Adamle he's been through enough and needed to be treated better as the top star on Raw. Later in the night, GM Mike Adamle came out to the ramp to tell fans and Jericho who the #1 contender will be for his title at No Mercy. Shawn Michaels showed up to spoil Jericho's night, and informed Jericho they'll be fighting for the title in a Ladder Match at No Mercy.
Jack Swagger Vs Chase Stevens
We get our second look at the all-American American tonight. Jack Swagger dominated this match up. Swagger slammed Stevens to the mat several times after ramming Stevens into the corner. Swagger finished the match promptly using the Red, White and Blue Thunderbomb to slam Stevens on his back and take a pinfall.
Backstage, Hornswoggle was shown playing around in some WWE equipment as Finlay was walking on his way out for the main event.
Mark Henry Vs Finlay
Mark Henry came out escorted by Tony Atlas. Henry's face looked like he was all business tonight. Finlay came out next escorted by Hornswoggle. Despite Henry using his size early on, Finlay managed to stage a brief comeback as he punched away at Henry. Finlay tried to come off the ropes and Henry leveled him with a huge clothesline. Henry began standing on top of Finlay near the ropes, then knocked him to the outside. Henry began clamping down on Finlay's shoulder in the ring. Henry continued to pound away at Finlay's face and tried to pin, but Finlay escaped. Henry continued the punishment as he kicked Finlay and stomped him around the ring. At one point, Henry locked in a vicious Bear Hug on Finlay to squeeze the life out of him. Henry repeatedly slammed Finlay down to the mat, and the ref had to check on Finlay in the ring corner. As Finlay said he was ok, he went to stand and Henry charged at him. Finlay avoided the running Henry, and tried to regain some momentum. After a missed elbow drop by Henry, Finlay rolled out of the ring then used the side apron cover to pull over Henry's head. As Finlay beat on Henry, Tony Atlas ran over and pushed Hornswoggle. Atlas ran into the ring and Finlay followed. Meanwhile, outside Henry went over and put his hands on Hornswoggle. Finlay saw it while the ref was getting Atlas out of the ring. Finlay ran over with a shillelagh and cracked down on Henry's arm. Back in the ring, Finlay gave all he had to Henry including a DDT, but couldn't capture a pin. Finlay tried to grab Henry's left arm for a submission hold, but Henry used it to swat Finlay into the ring corner. As Finlay staggered back to his feet, Henry splashed him in another ring corner then delivered the World's Strongest Slam to finish off Finlay. Henry seemed to be favoring his arm/hand as he he and Atlas left up the ramp.
Mike Knox Vs Matt Hardy (Non-Title Match)
Matt Hardy's music hits and the new ECW Champion Matt Hardy makes his way to the ring. It is announced by Matt Striker that we know who will challenge Matt Hardy for his ECW title. It will be Mark Henry in a rematch trying to take his former belt back. Mike Knox then makes his way to the ring in this non-title match. In a pretty lengthy match Mike Knox used his brute force to try to wear down the champ. At one point, Knox splashed Matt in the corner, then went for another attempt but Matt avoided him and was able to hit a Side Effect. Knox escaped the pin attempt, but Matt continued with the momentum. Matt got onto the corner ropes and as Knox came at him, Matt was able to jump off and DDT Knox to the mat. As Knox stood up still stunned, Matt Hardy hit the Twist of Fate and picked up the victory.
Backstage Tony Atlas and Mark Henry were in a locker room watching the Matt Hardy match on a TV. Atlas commented that Matt was looking good tonight in his match. Henry snapped back that the only reason he's champ is because he pinned someone else, not Mark Henry. Henry said the only reason Matt won last week was due to Finlay's use of a shillelagh as a weapon. Henry said tonight Finlay's Luck of the Irish has run out.
The Miz Vs Evan Bourne
The Miz and John Morrison make their way to the ring first. After John Morrison's win over Bourne last week thanks to a distraction by the Miz it was the Miz's turn against Bourne. Evan Bourne comes out next and much to the surprise of Miz and Morrison has Ricky Ortiz to be by ringside to somewhat even this thing out and hopefully stop any cheating. During the match, Miz took control and delivered a solid boot which caused Bourne to fall out through the ropes. Miz went to the outside where he dropped Bourne onto the crowd barricade, rammed him into the apron and tossed him back into the ring. Miz continued to wear down Bourne by wrenching his right arm back in a submission hold. Bourne finally got to his feet and the two started trading kicks, with Bourne kicking Miz' head to knock him down. Bourne started to gain momentum as he connected on a headscissors and then a backflip to splash onto Miz. Bourne went to the corner to finish off Miz, but Miz got up, ran over and threw Bourne off. Bourne escaped a pin after a Miz legdrop. Bourne managed to escape a charging Miz in the corner. Morrison came over to interfere as he tripped Bourne from the side of the ring, but Ricky Ortiz ran over then flew over to crash into Morrison. Miz was distracted by the outside altercation allowing Bourne to roll him up for a pinfall.
Highlights were shown from Raw where Chris Jericho successfully defended the World Heavyweight title in a Steel Cage match against CM Punk. After the win, GM Mike Adamle congratulated Jericho and told him to start thinking about No Mercy's title match. Jericho told Adamle he's been through enough and needed to be treated better as the top star on Raw. Later in the night, GM Mike Adamle came out to the ramp to tell fans and Jericho who the #1 contender will be for his title at No Mercy. Shawn Michaels showed up to spoil Jericho's night, and informed Jericho they'll be fighting for the title in a Ladder Match at No Mercy.
Jack Swagger Vs Chase Stevens
We get our second look at the all-American American tonight. Jack Swagger dominated this match up. Swagger slammed Stevens to the mat several times after ramming Stevens into the corner. Swagger finished the match promptly using the Red, White and Blue Thunderbomb to slam Stevens on his back and take a pinfall.
Backstage, Hornswoggle was shown playing around in some WWE equipment as Finlay was walking on his way out for the main event.
Mark Henry Vs Finlay
Mark Henry came out escorted by Tony Atlas. Henry's face looked like he was all business tonight. Finlay came out next escorted by Hornswoggle. Despite Henry using his size early on, Finlay managed to stage a brief comeback as he punched away at Henry. Finlay tried to come off the ropes and Henry leveled him with a huge clothesline. Henry began standing on top of Finlay near the ropes, then knocked him to the outside. Henry began clamping down on Finlay's shoulder in the ring. Henry continued to pound away at Finlay's face and tried to pin, but Finlay escaped. Henry continued the punishment as he kicked Finlay and stomped him around the ring. At one point, Henry locked in a vicious Bear Hug on Finlay to squeeze the life out of him. Henry repeatedly slammed Finlay down to the mat, and the ref had to check on Finlay in the ring corner. As Finlay said he was ok, he went to stand and Henry charged at him. Finlay avoided the running Henry, and tried to regain some momentum. After a missed elbow drop by Henry, Finlay rolled out of the ring then used the side apron cover to pull over Henry's head. As Finlay beat on Henry, Tony Atlas ran over and pushed Hornswoggle. Atlas ran into the ring and Finlay followed. Meanwhile, outside Henry went over and put his hands on Hornswoggle. Finlay saw it while the ref was getting Atlas out of the ring. Finlay ran over with a shillelagh and cracked down on Henry's arm. Back in the ring, Finlay gave all he had to Henry including a DDT, but couldn't capture a pin. Finlay tried to grab Henry's left arm for a submission hold, but Henry used it to swat Finlay into the ring corner. As Finlay staggered back to his feet, Henry splashed him in another ring corner then delivered the World's Strongest Slam to finish off Finlay. Henry seemed to be favoring his arm/hand as he he and Atlas left up the ramp.
Monday, September 15, 2008
Raw Results 09-15-08
Monday Night Raw begins with Michael Cole talking about how Raw will for the first time in history kick off with a steel caged match for the world championship, it will be World Heavyweight Champion Chris Jericho defending his title against CM Punk.
CM Punk VS Chris Jericho (World Heavyweight Championship Steel Cage Match)
CM Punk makes his way to the ring first. Punk of course, got ambushed at Unforgiven by Randy Orton, Ted DiBiase and Code Rhodes and was unable to defend his World Heavyweight Title in the scramble match. Jericho had to replace him in the match and ended up winning the title. The new world champion Chris Jericho then makes his way to the ring. In the ring Punk and Jericho are face to face. Jericho takes a swing but Punk blocks and gets the early momentum. Early on both men had opportunities to scale the cage wall, but were pulled back in by their opponent. Jericho was able to gain the upperhand and got Punk into the Walls of Jericho. Punk struggled for a while and was able to crawl over to the open cage door. Punk began to pull himself out of the ring with Jericho still holding on. Eventually Jericho grabbed the door and slammed it on Punk's back and head. Jericho continued to stay in control as he pounded away and kicked Punk on the mat. Jericho went for a springboard backflip off the ropes but Punk put his knees up. With Jericho stunned and down, Punk got up and began kicking at him, eventually kicking his head. Jericho avoided a running knee from Punk in the corner, causing Punk to crash into the cage wall. Jericho made several more attempts to escape the cage by climbing out, but Punk brought him down both times. Both men were down on the mat. Punk began to crawl over towards the cage door again, but Jericho followed and crawled over Punk. The two continued to battle it out near the door, with Jericho on the apron and Punk inside. Jericho managed to knock Punk away, then Jericho fell out the door to win it.
Backstage, Mike Adamle was talking to Kelly Kelly when a new superstar named Dolph came up and introduced himself to Adamle and Kelly. Dolph walked off just as Chris Jericho came walking up with his title. Adamle congratulated Jericho on his victory and told him he needs to focus on the upcoming No Mercy PPV. Jericho told Adamle that he needs to take care of him since he's his most valuable asset and he's been through a lot in the past 8 days. Jericho told Adamle they needed to go talk now in his office.
Kane is shown somewhere backstage wearing his old mask. He says that years ago he was forced to remove his mask. He says the truth is no one forces him to do anything. He took his mask off for everyone else so he can be accepted. He says that didn't happen, that he unmasked and where did it get him. He says he don't like being ridiculed. Kane said Rey Mysterio hasn't had the courage to take his mask off yet, because all of the fans hide behind their own masks; happiness, caring, self-righteousness. Kane said the fans only care about themselves. ECW star Evan Bourne came up to Kane and told Kane that Rey is courageous and how Rey paved the way for him in the WWE. Bourne also said that he can't wait to see Rey defeat Kane later on. Kane just started laughing maniacally as Bourne left.
Jillian Hall VS Beth Phoenix
Jillian came out to the ramp wearing her microphone headset and began belting out Elvis Presley's song "Nothin but a Hounddog" to the disgust of fans. Jillian continued her performance in the ring for a while but Candice Michelle finally made her entrance to stop the awful singing. Beth Phoenix made her way down to the ring with her Women' s championship to watch the matchup closely. Of course Candice Michelle is the number one contender for Beth Phoenix's Womans Championship. Jillian took control for a bit as she had Candice down in a headlock then stood her up with the Full Nelson. Candice broke free from the hold then kicked Jillian from the mat. Candice took control as she started to knock Jillian around the ring. Jillian whipped Candice to the corner, but Candice jumped up over Jillian to avoid her charging. Jillian was able to regain control with a side slam then whipped Candice to the ring corner. Jillian did a cartwheel flip into Candice in the corner, but Candice grabbed her arms and twisted from there to slam Jillain to the mat for the pin. Candice motioned for Beth to get in the ring and fight afterwards. Beth got up and into the ring, but as she was entering through the ropes, Candice dropkicked her to the outside. Beth left carrying her belt up the ramp, staring back at Candice.
Tommy Dreamer VS JBL
JBL comes out first in his limousine. Michael Cole said JBL is in one of the worst moods he's ever seen him in this past week. Next out representing ECW was Tommy Dreamer. JBL was in control as he pummeled Dreamer in the corner with a series of punches. JBL then whipped Dreamer to the opposite corner and ran at him, but Dreamer stuck a boot in his face. Dreamer used a swinging neckbreaker, but couldn't capture the pin. As JBL got up near the corner, Dreamer ran at him. JBL avoided the hit, and then came off the ropes to deliver the Clothesline from Hell on Dreamer. After the win, JBL left the ring and grabbed a steel chair. JBL was going to go after Dreamer but the ref intervened. JBL set up the chair and sat down in it, then asked for a mic. Dreamer rolled out of the ring and JBL sat back down. JBL told GM Mike Adamle he is not leaving the ring until he is made the # contender for the World Heavyweight title. Raw took a commercial break with JBL still sitting in the ring.
Raw returned from a commercial break with JBL still seated in the ring, awaiting GM Mike Adamle to come out and make him #1 contender. JBL continued to yell that nobody has better credentials than him to be #1 contender. All of a sudden, Randy Orton's theme music came on and Orton walked down to the ring. Orton told JBL he's not much of a contender for the title compared to Orton. Orton said he continues to heal his shoulder and he will again become world champ. As Orton continued speaking, Intercontinental Champion Santino Marella and Womans Champion Beth Phoenix came down to the ring to interrupt. Santino confronted Orton for insulting him and Beth as champs. Santino said Orton is always injured just like his father. Santino said he and Beth represent the new age of champions and demanded that Orton apologize. JBL told Orton to apologize to him, not Mr. and Mrs. Phoenix. JBL began to talk of how last week he took out Batista with a single clothesline. Batista came out from backstage next as fans cheered his arrival. Batista took the mic and said the 4 superstars in the ring are the most pathetic site he's ever seen. Batista insulted Santino and Beth, then told JBL he will fight him tonight for the #1 Contender spot at No Mercy. As JBL got into Batista's face, all of a sudden Mike Adamle came onto the Titantron. Adamle said he'll make a decision as to who will face Jericho at No Mercy, after the Mysterio vs. Kane match. Batista said he was going to plead his case right now, and attacked JBL. Santino tried to attack Batista from behind, but ended up receiving a Spinebuster. JBL escaped from the ring to the ramp. Beth Phoenix stood up to Batista and began screaming at him, before slapping him in the face twice. Batista stared her down then used a Spinebuster to slam her on top of Santino.
Backstage, Randy Orton was walking and came up to Manu, Cody Rhodes and Ted Dibiase. They stared each other down then walked off in separate directions.
Kofi Kinston & Jerry Lawler & Jim Haas VS Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase & Manu
Charlie Haas came down the ramp wearing a Sooners jersey and wearing a cowboy hat just like JR. Haas cut a promo prior to the bell for JR's BBQ Sauce. During the match, Haas left the ring and went over by Michael Cole to do some quick commentary. In the ring, Jerry Lawler escaped from Cody Rhodes and tagged in Haas. Haas began delivering right hands to Dibiase then clotheslined him down. Haas did a huge splash on Dibiase but it was broken up by Rhodes and Manu. Lawler and Kingston came in and took Rhodes/Manu to the outside. Meanwhile, Dibiase was able to gain the upperhand on Haas and slammed him back to the mat for a pin.
Smackdown Rebound covered what went down at Unforgiven, with Triple H leaving the PPV still champion. HHH won by a slim margin over Jeff Hardy who had a pinfall at the exact same time. The two confronted each other in the ring on Smackdown, with Triple H saying Hardy lets his personal problems prevent him from winning the big one. Later in the night, a Fatal Fourway went down with Hardy, MVP, Benjamin and Kendrick. Jeff Hardy won it with a Swanton onto Kendrick and Benjamin. Jeff Hardy will go on to face HHH at No Mercy for the WWE title. After Jeff's victory, Vladimir Kozlov came down to the ring and attacked Hardy to announced Jeff as his latest opponent.
Back in the locker room, JBL spoke to Jericho about how they were an impressive team last week. Jericho told JBL he cost him the title last year against Randy Orton. Jericho told JBL that Adamle respects his opinion way more than JBL's. Jericho said he's not investing in any future JBL title opportunities.
Raw Rewind showed last week's match between William Regal and Jamie Noble with Layla at ringside. Regal won this match and then left with Layla on his arm.
Jamie Noble vs. Paul Burchill
Burchill came to the ring along with his sister Katie Lea. Noble began the match with some offense, until Burchill took control. Burchill missed a charging opportunity as he ran at Noble in the corner. Noble jumped from over the side apron and brought Burchill down to the mat into a submission hold. As Noble wrenched Burchill's arm, Burchill tapped out in agony, giving Noble the win.
Layla came out to the ramp and got on the microphone telling Jamie she's sorry it took her so long to realize that he's not worthy of her. Layla introduced the man who is worthy of her, William Regal. Regal told Noble it's "nobility" that Layla wanted.
GM Mike Adamle was talking to Lance Cade backstage as Batista barged in. Batista asked Adamle if he's going to be the #1 contender or not. Cade confronted Batista asking what makes him think he'll be #1 contender. Batista grabbed Cade and threw him against the office door then said he didn't ask his opinion on anything. Batista stared Cade down then left the office.
Rey Mysterio vs. Kane
Kane came to the ring without a mask on, then Mysterio came out next. Kane took control early on and kicked Mysterio down by the ropes. Next, Kane tossed Rey out of the ring but Mysterio landed on his feet. Rey slid back in the ring just as Kane went out after him. Rey quickly dropkicked Kane through the ropes, right before Raw went to commercial. Raw returned with Kane keeping Mysterio down in a headlock. Mysterio got up and escaped it, then tried to gain momentum off the ropes. Kane caught Mysterio and slammed him down, then went for an elbow drop, but missed it. Rey had Kane in the corner and kept charging, jumping up and punching away at Kane. Kane shoved Rey down to the mat, and eventually threw him across the ring into a steel post. The two continued to battle it out, with Rey eventually able to deliver a kick to Kane's head causing Kane to fall against the ropes. Rey went for the 619 but Kane was quick to get up and level Mysterio with a clothesline. Kane repeatedly kicked at Rey in the corner and wouldn't listen when the ref told him to stop. The ref eventually called for the bell, awarding Rey the win. Kane continued to assault Rey, trying to pull the mask off. Out of nowhere, Evan Bourne rushed down to the ring and began to attack Kane. The two superstars delivered several moves, with Rey eventually dropkicking Kane to the mat. Bourne and Rey stood near the bottom of the ramp looking up at Kane in the ring.
Chris Jericho and Lance Cade were shown walking backstage, with Jericho carrying his title. New superstar Dolph walked up and introduced himself, extending a hand to Y2J. Y2J looked at him and didn't shake. Lance Cade shook the guy's hand then he and Jericho continued walking on their way to the ring. Jerry Lawler said next we will find out who is # 1 contender for Jericho's belt. Chris Jericho and Lance Cade arrived to the ring. Jericho got on the mic and thanked Mike Adamle for respecting his opinion as a champion as to who will be #1 contender. Jericho said in his opinion neither JBL or Batista are worthy of a title shot. Jericho said he proposed that JBL and Batista can face off at No Mercy, beat each other down, and then he can come down to beat the winner. Y2J said it might sound unfair to have 2 matches for 1 man in the same night, but he's done it before at Unforgiven.
Raw GM Mike Adamle came out to the top of the ramp next. Adamle said Chris' idea is a good one to have Batista face JBL for #1 contender status. Adamle told Chris he has a slight problem with having the challenger fight twice on the same night. Adamle said he needs a title match as well and another superstar approached him with a novel idea for a match. Adamle went backstage to get Jericho's opponent for No Mercy.
After a long pause with Jericho and Cade in the ring, Shawn Michaels' theme music came on and fans went wild. HBK came out onto the ramp with a mic in hand. HBK said he came up with a way to top themselves from their previous matches. HBK said it's a match that some say he revolutionized, then had WWE staff set up a ladder on the ramp. HBK climbed to the top of the ramp and sat down announcing he'll face Jericho for the title at No Mercy in a Ladder Match. Raw went off the air with Michaels staring down to the ring at Jericho.
CM Punk VS Chris Jericho (World Heavyweight Championship Steel Cage Match)
CM Punk makes his way to the ring first. Punk of course, got ambushed at Unforgiven by Randy Orton, Ted DiBiase and Code Rhodes and was unable to defend his World Heavyweight Title in the scramble match. Jericho had to replace him in the match and ended up winning the title. The new world champion Chris Jericho then makes his way to the ring. In the ring Punk and Jericho are face to face. Jericho takes a swing but Punk blocks and gets the early momentum. Early on both men had opportunities to scale the cage wall, but were pulled back in by their opponent. Jericho was able to gain the upperhand and got Punk into the Walls of Jericho. Punk struggled for a while and was able to crawl over to the open cage door. Punk began to pull himself out of the ring with Jericho still holding on. Eventually Jericho grabbed the door and slammed it on Punk's back and head. Jericho continued to stay in control as he pounded away and kicked Punk on the mat. Jericho went for a springboard backflip off the ropes but Punk put his knees up. With Jericho stunned and down, Punk got up and began kicking at him, eventually kicking his head. Jericho avoided a running knee from Punk in the corner, causing Punk to crash into the cage wall. Jericho made several more attempts to escape the cage by climbing out, but Punk brought him down both times. Both men were down on the mat. Punk began to crawl over towards the cage door again, but Jericho followed and crawled over Punk. The two continued to battle it out near the door, with Jericho on the apron and Punk inside. Jericho managed to knock Punk away, then Jericho fell out the door to win it.
Backstage, Mike Adamle was talking to Kelly Kelly when a new superstar named Dolph came up and introduced himself to Adamle and Kelly. Dolph walked off just as Chris Jericho came walking up with his title. Adamle congratulated Jericho on his victory and told him he needs to focus on the upcoming No Mercy PPV. Jericho told Adamle that he needs to take care of him since he's his most valuable asset and he's been through a lot in the past 8 days. Jericho told Adamle they needed to go talk now in his office.
Kane is shown somewhere backstage wearing his old mask. He says that years ago he was forced to remove his mask. He says the truth is no one forces him to do anything. He took his mask off for everyone else so he can be accepted. He says that didn't happen, that he unmasked and where did it get him. He says he don't like being ridiculed. Kane said Rey Mysterio hasn't had the courage to take his mask off yet, because all of the fans hide behind their own masks; happiness, caring, self-righteousness. Kane said the fans only care about themselves. ECW star Evan Bourne came up to Kane and told Kane that Rey is courageous and how Rey paved the way for him in the WWE. Bourne also said that he can't wait to see Rey defeat Kane later on. Kane just started laughing maniacally as Bourne left.
Jillian Hall VS Beth Phoenix
Jillian came out to the ramp wearing her microphone headset and began belting out Elvis Presley's song "Nothin but a Hounddog" to the disgust of fans. Jillian continued her performance in the ring for a while but Candice Michelle finally made her entrance to stop the awful singing. Beth Phoenix made her way down to the ring with her Women' s championship to watch the matchup closely. Of course Candice Michelle is the number one contender for Beth Phoenix's Womans Championship. Jillian took control for a bit as she had Candice down in a headlock then stood her up with the Full Nelson. Candice broke free from the hold then kicked Jillian from the mat. Candice took control as she started to knock Jillian around the ring. Jillian whipped Candice to the corner, but Candice jumped up over Jillian to avoid her charging. Jillian was able to regain control with a side slam then whipped Candice to the ring corner. Jillian did a cartwheel flip into Candice in the corner, but Candice grabbed her arms and twisted from there to slam Jillain to the mat for the pin. Candice motioned for Beth to get in the ring and fight afterwards. Beth got up and into the ring, but as she was entering through the ropes, Candice dropkicked her to the outside. Beth left carrying her belt up the ramp, staring back at Candice.
Tommy Dreamer VS JBL
JBL comes out first in his limousine. Michael Cole said JBL is in one of the worst moods he's ever seen him in this past week. Next out representing ECW was Tommy Dreamer. JBL was in control as he pummeled Dreamer in the corner with a series of punches. JBL then whipped Dreamer to the opposite corner and ran at him, but Dreamer stuck a boot in his face. Dreamer used a swinging neckbreaker, but couldn't capture the pin. As JBL got up near the corner, Dreamer ran at him. JBL avoided the hit, and then came off the ropes to deliver the Clothesline from Hell on Dreamer. After the win, JBL left the ring and grabbed a steel chair. JBL was going to go after Dreamer but the ref intervened. JBL set up the chair and sat down in it, then asked for a mic. Dreamer rolled out of the ring and JBL sat back down. JBL told GM Mike Adamle he is not leaving the ring until he is made the # contender for the World Heavyweight title. Raw took a commercial break with JBL still sitting in the ring.
Raw returned from a commercial break with JBL still seated in the ring, awaiting GM Mike Adamle to come out and make him #1 contender. JBL continued to yell that nobody has better credentials than him to be #1 contender. All of a sudden, Randy Orton's theme music came on and Orton walked down to the ring. Orton told JBL he's not much of a contender for the title compared to Orton. Orton said he continues to heal his shoulder and he will again become world champ. As Orton continued speaking, Intercontinental Champion Santino Marella and Womans Champion Beth Phoenix came down to the ring to interrupt. Santino confronted Orton for insulting him and Beth as champs. Santino said Orton is always injured just like his father. Santino said he and Beth represent the new age of champions and demanded that Orton apologize. JBL told Orton to apologize to him, not Mr. and Mrs. Phoenix. JBL began to talk of how last week he took out Batista with a single clothesline. Batista came out from backstage next as fans cheered his arrival. Batista took the mic and said the 4 superstars in the ring are the most pathetic site he's ever seen. Batista insulted Santino and Beth, then told JBL he will fight him tonight for the #1 Contender spot at No Mercy. As JBL got into Batista's face, all of a sudden Mike Adamle came onto the Titantron. Adamle said he'll make a decision as to who will face Jericho at No Mercy, after the Mysterio vs. Kane match. Batista said he was going to plead his case right now, and attacked JBL. Santino tried to attack Batista from behind, but ended up receiving a Spinebuster. JBL escaped from the ring to the ramp. Beth Phoenix stood up to Batista and began screaming at him, before slapping him in the face twice. Batista stared her down then used a Spinebuster to slam her on top of Santino.
Backstage, Randy Orton was walking and came up to Manu, Cody Rhodes and Ted Dibiase. They stared each other down then walked off in separate directions.
Kofi Kinston & Jerry Lawler & Jim Haas VS Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase & Manu
Charlie Haas came down the ramp wearing a Sooners jersey and wearing a cowboy hat just like JR. Haas cut a promo prior to the bell for JR's BBQ Sauce. During the match, Haas left the ring and went over by Michael Cole to do some quick commentary. In the ring, Jerry Lawler escaped from Cody Rhodes and tagged in Haas. Haas began delivering right hands to Dibiase then clotheslined him down. Haas did a huge splash on Dibiase but it was broken up by Rhodes and Manu. Lawler and Kingston came in and took Rhodes/Manu to the outside. Meanwhile, Dibiase was able to gain the upperhand on Haas and slammed him back to the mat for a pin.
Smackdown Rebound covered what went down at Unforgiven, with Triple H leaving the PPV still champion. HHH won by a slim margin over Jeff Hardy who had a pinfall at the exact same time. The two confronted each other in the ring on Smackdown, with Triple H saying Hardy lets his personal problems prevent him from winning the big one. Later in the night, a Fatal Fourway went down with Hardy, MVP, Benjamin and Kendrick. Jeff Hardy won it with a Swanton onto Kendrick and Benjamin. Jeff Hardy will go on to face HHH at No Mercy for the WWE title. After Jeff's victory, Vladimir Kozlov came down to the ring and attacked Hardy to announced Jeff as his latest opponent.
Back in the locker room, JBL spoke to Jericho about how they were an impressive team last week. Jericho told JBL he cost him the title last year against Randy Orton. Jericho told JBL that Adamle respects his opinion way more than JBL's. Jericho said he's not investing in any future JBL title opportunities.
Raw Rewind showed last week's match between William Regal and Jamie Noble with Layla at ringside. Regal won this match and then left with Layla on his arm.
Jamie Noble vs. Paul Burchill
Burchill came to the ring along with his sister Katie Lea. Noble began the match with some offense, until Burchill took control. Burchill missed a charging opportunity as he ran at Noble in the corner. Noble jumped from over the side apron and brought Burchill down to the mat into a submission hold. As Noble wrenched Burchill's arm, Burchill tapped out in agony, giving Noble the win.
Layla came out to the ramp and got on the microphone telling Jamie she's sorry it took her so long to realize that he's not worthy of her. Layla introduced the man who is worthy of her, William Regal. Regal told Noble it's "nobility" that Layla wanted.
GM Mike Adamle was talking to Lance Cade backstage as Batista barged in. Batista asked Adamle if he's going to be the #1 contender or not. Cade confronted Batista asking what makes him think he'll be #1 contender. Batista grabbed Cade and threw him against the office door then said he didn't ask his opinion on anything. Batista stared Cade down then left the office.
Rey Mysterio vs. Kane
Kane came to the ring without a mask on, then Mysterio came out next. Kane took control early on and kicked Mysterio down by the ropes. Next, Kane tossed Rey out of the ring but Mysterio landed on his feet. Rey slid back in the ring just as Kane went out after him. Rey quickly dropkicked Kane through the ropes, right before Raw went to commercial. Raw returned with Kane keeping Mysterio down in a headlock. Mysterio got up and escaped it, then tried to gain momentum off the ropes. Kane caught Mysterio and slammed him down, then went for an elbow drop, but missed it. Rey had Kane in the corner and kept charging, jumping up and punching away at Kane. Kane shoved Rey down to the mat, and eventually threw him across the ring into a steel post. The two continued to battle it out, with Rey eventually able to deliver a kick to Kane's head causing Kane to fall against the ropes. Rey went for the 619 but Kane was quick to get up and level Mysterio with a clothesline. Kane repeatedly kicked at Rey in the corner and wouldn't listen when the ref told him to stop. The ref eventually called for the bell, awarding Rey the win. Kane continued to assault Rey, trying to pull the mask off. Out of nowhere, Evan Bourne rushed down to the ring and began to attack Kane. The two superstars delivered several moves, with Rey eventually dropkicking Kane to the mat. Bourne and Rey stood near the bottom of the ramp looking up at Kane in the ring.
Chris Jericho and Lance Cade were shown walking backstage, with Jericho carrying his title. New superstar Dolph walked up and introduced himself, extending a hand to Y2J. Y2J looked at him and didn't shake. Lance Cade shook the guy's hand then he and Jericho continued walking on their way to the ring. Jerry Lawler said next we will find out who is # 1 contender for Jericho's belt. Chris Jericho and Lance Cade arrived to the ring. Jericho got on the mic and thanked Mike Adamle for respecting his opinion as a champion as to who will be #1 contender. Jericho said in his opinion neither JBL or Batista are worthy of a title shot. Jericho said he proposed that JBL and Batista can face off at No Mercy, beat each other down, and then he can come down to beat the winner. Y2J said it might sound unfair to have 2 matches for 1 man in the same night, but he's done it before at Unforgiven.
Raw GM Mike Adamle came out to the top of the ramp next. Adamle said Chris' idea is a good one to have Batista face JBL for #1 contender status. Adamle told Chris he has a slight problem with having the challenger fight twice on the same night. Adamle said he needs a title match as well and another superstar approached him with a novel idea for a match. Adamle went backstage to get Jericho's opponent for No Mercy.
After a long pause with Jericho and Cade in the ring, Shawn Michaels' theme music came on and fans went wild. HBK came out onto the ramp with a mic in hand. HBK said he came up with a way to top themselves from their previous matches. HBK said it's a match that some say he revolutionized, then had WWE staff set up a ladder on the ramp. HBK climbed to the top of the ramp and sat down announcing he'll face Jericho for the title at No Mercy in a Ladder Match. Raw went off the air with Michaels staring down to the ring at Jericho.
Tuesday, September 9, 2008
ECW Results 09-09-08
ECW opened up with highlights of the ECW Championship Scramble from Unforgiven last Sunday. Chavo Guerrero, Miz, Matt Hardy and Finlay all faced off as well as the champ Mark Henry. Chavo Guerrero, Mark Henry, Finlay all had brief title reigns, before Matt Hardy made the final pin on The Miz to become champ at the end of the 20 minute time limit. Matt Hardy is your new ECW champ.
Matt Hardy was introduced to the ring as new ECW champion, and came out to the roar of excited fans. In the ring, Hardy spoke about how winning the title is a dream come true. Matt thanked all the fans for their support as well as the skeptics who doubted him becoming ECW champion. Matt said he worked extra hard to prove the doubters wrong. Matt also vowed to become greatest ECW champion ever. As Matt continued his speech, an unhappy Mark Henry along with Tony Atlas stormed down to the ring.
Henry said Matt has his title, and demanded a rematch from Hardy. Tony Atlas warned Matt to never put his hands on him again. Just then, Mark Henry leveled Matt Hardy down to the mat. Matt stood up by the ropes and Henry charged at him. Matt ducked down and pulled the top rope, causing Henry to fall over to the outside. Tony Atlas went for an attack, but Matt ducked him also, then kicked him in the gut to deliver a Twist of Fate.
Todd Grisham announced tonight's main event will be Matt Hardy & Finlay facing the tag team of Mark Henry and Mike Knox.
Evan Bourne Vs John Morrison
Highlights were shown of last night's Raw where Bourne teamed up with Rey Mysterio to defeat Miz and Morrison. The match was requested by Morrison who wanted Bourne 1 on 1 after last night's loss. In tonight's contest, Morrison worked to wear Bourne down, tossing him in and out of the ring and applying headlocks down on the mat. At one point, Bourne eluded Morrison and delivered a kick to his temple. Bourne followed by running off the ropes and delivering a headscissors. Bourne went for a standing Moonsault with Morrison down, but Morrison stuck both knees up. Morrison went to flip off the ropes onto a fallen Bourne. Then Bourne tried for the Shooting Starpress. Miz got onto the side apron, causing Bourne to jump down and knock Miz off. Morrison took advantage by hitting an impressive kick using the ropes to springboard into Bourne. Bourne crashed to the apron and fell outside the ring, but Morrison pulled him in for the winning pin.
Matt Striker and Grisham discussed the Finlay-Mike Knox feud. Footage was shown from 3 weeks ago of their brawl up the ramp on ECW. Also 3 weeks ago, Knox went after Hornswoggle as Finlay was fighting Shelton Benjamin. Finlay lost due to the distraction. Two weeks ago on ECW, the two finally met in a match and Finlay won using a shilaleigh shot. Tonight Finlay and Knox will be on opposite sides of a main event tag match.
Josh Daniels Vs Jack Swagger
The "All-American American" Jack Swagger came out as part of the new Talent Initiative. Swagger started off by picking up Daniels and tossing him to the mat, laughing. Swagger kept Daniels down on the mat, hammering into the back of his skull with a forearm. Swagger used a sidewalk slam but only got the 2 count. Swagger tossed Daniels to the corner hard, then slammed him down. Swagger was able to finish off Daniels impressively with a move Striker referred to as a "Blue Thunderbomb".
Hornswoggle, Finlay and Matt Hardy were shown walking backstage on their way out to the ring. Ricky Ortiz stopped them saying he knows they have a big match tonight, then offered them his rally towel. Hornswoggle snatched it out of his hand and began chewing on it, then started yelling as he waved it in the air.
Finlay & Matt Hardy Vs Mike Knox & Mark Henry
Tony Atlas was present at ringside with Henry for the match. Todd Grisham revisited the earlier incident between Atlas, Henry and Matt Hardy. In tonight's main event, Mark Henry took out his frustration for losing the ECW title. Henry charged into Matt in the ring corner like a freight train. Henry tried for a huge elbow drop as he came off the ropes, but Matt rolled away. ECW hit a commercial break and when the show returned, Knox had Matt down on the mat in a headlock. Matt got to his feet and grabbed Knox around the throat, then dropped down. Matt got over to tag in Finlay who came in to attack Knox. Finlay delivered several moves including a splash, and rammed Knox in the corner. Finlay clotheslined Knox over the top rope then exited the ring to beat on him some more. Knox was able to gain the upperhand after Finlay tried to get back in the ring. Mark Henry entered and put a squeeze on Finlay around the skull to wear him down. Knox and Henry continued to isolate Finlay and beat on him, so he couldn't get a tag to Hardy. Knox went for a huge knee drop as he came off the ropes but Finlay avoided it, then finally got a tag to Matt Hardy. Hardy rushed in and began to beat on Knox, then clobbered him down off the ropes. Knox went for a clothesline, but Hardy ducked then hit Side Effect. Hardy went for a Moonsault off the corner ropes and took the pin. Henry entered to break things up, but then Hornswoggle got in to distract. Finlay came into the ring as the ref was distracted and clocked Mark Henry over the head with his shilaleigh. With Henry out of the picture, Matt kicked Knox in the gut and then hit the Twist of Fate to win it.
Matt Hardy was introduced to the ring as new ECW champion, and came out to the roar of excited fans. In the ring, Hardy spoke about how winning the title is a dream come true. Matt thanked all the fans for their support as well as the skeptics who doubted him becoming ECW champion. Matt said he worked extra hard to prove the doubters wrong. Matt also vowed to become greatest ECW champion ever. As Matt continued his speech, an unhappy Mark Henry along with Tony Atlas stormed down to the ring.
Henry said Matt has his title, and demanded a rematch from Hardy. Tony Atlas warned Matt to never put his hands on him again. Just then, Mark Henry leveled Matt Hardy down to the mat. Matt stood up by the ropes and Henry charged at him. Matt ducked down and pulled the top rope, causing Henry to fall over to the outside. Tony Atlas went for an attack, but Matt ducked him also, then kicked him in the gut to deliver a Twist of Fate.
Todd Grisham announced tonight's main event will be Matt Hardy & Finlay facing the tag team of Mark Henry and Mike Knox.
Evan Bourne Vs John Morrison
Highlights were shown of last night's Raw where Bourne teamed up with Rey Mysterio to defeat Miz and Morrison. The match was requested by Morrison who wanted Bourne 1 on 1 after last night's loss. In tonight's contest, Morrison worked to wear Bourne down, tossing him in and out of the ring and applying headlocks down on the mat. At one point, Bourne eluded Morrison and delivered a kick to his temple. Bourne followed by running off the ropes and delivering a headscissors. Bourne went for a standing Moonsault with Morrison down, but Morrison stuck both knees up. Morrison went to flip off the ropes onto a fallen Bourne. Then Bourne tried for the Shooting Starpress. Miz got onto the side apron, causing Bourne to jump down and knock Miz off. Morrison took advantage by hitting an impressive kick using the ropes to springboard into Bourne. Bourne crashed to the apron and fell outside the ring, but Morrison pulled him in for the winning pin.
Matt Striker and Grisham discussed the Finlay-Mike Knox feud. Footage was shown from 3 weeks ago of their brawl up the ramp on ECW. Also 3 weeks ago, Knox went after Hornswoggle as Finlay was fighting Shelton Benjamin. Finlay lost due to the distraction. Two weeks ago on ECW, the two finally met in a match and Finlay won using a shilaleigh shot. Tonight Finlay and Knox will be on opposite sides of a main event tag match.
Josh Daniels Vs Jack Swagger
The "All-American American" Jack Swagger came out as part of the new Talent Initiative. Swagger started off by picking up Daniels and tossing him to the mat, laughing. Swagger kept Daniels down on the mat, hammering into the back of his skull with a forearm. Swagger used a sidewalk slam but only got the 2 count. Swagger tossed Daniels to the corner hard, then slammed him down. Swagger was able to finish off Daniels impressively with a move Striker referred to as a "Blue Thunderbomb".
Hornswoggle, Finlay and Matt Hardy were shown walking backstage on their way out to the ring. Ricky Ortiz stopped them saying he knows they have a big match tonight, then offered them his rally towel. Hornswoggle snatched it out of his hand and began chewing on it, then started yelling as he waved it in the air.
Finlay & Matt Hardy Vs Mike Knox & Mark Henry
Tony Atlas was present at ringside with Henry for the match. Todd Grisham revisited the earlier incident between Atlas, Henry and Matt Hardy. In tonight's main event, Mark Henry took out his frustration for losing the ECW title. Henry charged into Matt in the ring corner like a freight train. Henry tried for a huge elbow drop as he came off the ropes, but Matt rolled away. ECW hit a commercial break and when the show returned, Knox had Matt down on the mat in a headlock. Matt got to his feet and grabbed Knox around the throat, then dropped down. Matt got over to tag in Finlay who came in to attack Knox. Finlay delivered several moves including a splash, and rammed Knox in the corner. Finlay clotheslined Knox over the top rope then exited the ring to beat on him some more. Knox was able to gain the upperhand after Finlay tried to get back in the ring. Mark Henry entered and put a squeeze on Finlay around the skull to wear him down. Knox and Henry continued to isolate Finlay and beat on him, so he couldn't get a tag to Hardy. Knox went for a huge knee drop as he came off the ropes but Finlay avoided it, then finally got a tag to Matt Hardy. Hardy rushed in and began to beat on Knox, then clobbered him down off the ropes. Knox went for a clothesline, but Hardy ducked then hit Side Effect. Hardy went for a Moonsault off the corner ropes and took the pin. Henry entered to break things up, but then Hornswoggle got in to distract. Finlay came into the ring as the ref was distracted and clocked Mark Henry over the head with his shilaleigh. With Henry out of the picture, Matt kicked Knox in the gut and then hit the Twist of Fate to win it.
Monday, September 8, 2008
Raw Results 09-08-08
Raw opened with Lillian Garcia introducing new World Heavyweight Champ Chris Jericho. Jericho came to the ring all smiles carrying the belt. Jericho discussed his evening at Unforgiven, and then removed his shirt to show off the welts Shawn Michaels gave him in their match. Jericho called Michaels a hypocrite and said the crowd loved what Michaels did to him, but Shawn Michaels didn't really win anything. Jericho then showed the crowd what he accomplished last night, winning the championship belt. Jericho said fans will now be forced to recognize and respect him for what he achieved.
Mike Adamle came onto the ramp saying congrats to Jericho, and then informed fans that CM Punk was ineligible to compete last night after suffering a concussion. Adamle said Punk lost his title with no chance to defend it. Adamle said Punk isn't at Raw tonight, but will be back next week, and will get a chance to wrestle Jericho for the title. Adamle said the match will be in a 15 foot high steel cage to prevent outside interference. Jericho said he's fine with that, but now he just wants to take his title and go home. Adamle said he needs a main event for tonight, so Jericho can face Batista in the ring.
Mickie James Vs Beth Phoenix - WWE Woman's Title Match
Candice Michelle arrived down to ringside to watch the match. Michael Cole said Candice Michelle will face the winner of tonight's match for the title at No Mercy next month. Beth Phoenix looked dominant in this match as she sent Mickie James into the corner. Beth charged at her, but Mickie put up a foot. Despite Beth grabbing Mickie's foot, Mickie was able to use the ropes to do a headscissors style move and send Beth down to the mat. Mickie started to run off the ropes knocking Beth down. Beth was whipped to the corner, where she countered a move by Mickie and tossed her out through the ropes. Mickie held onto the ropes and stayed on the apron, then tried to do another headscissors style move using the ropes. This time Beth grabbed Mickie and put her on her shoulder, then slammed her down against the mat. Beth rolled up Mickie for the pinfall cover and retained her title as Candice stared at her from her ringside seat.
Backstage, Jamie Noble told Layla she is like his personal lucky charm, and he needs her at ringside, just like when he faced William Regal last week. Layla said she was impressed by his victory and really surprised. Noble said that was the real deal, and he had a surprise for her now. All of a sudden, Jillian Hall was shown nearby and sang the Eric Clapton song "Layla" in her awful voice. Noble sent Jillian away and started to sing his own song to Layla, but she stopped him and said she'd be out at ringside for him tonight.
Jamie Noble Vs William Regal
Regal arrived to the ring still looking angry over losing to Noble last week. In tonight's match with Layla watching from ringside, Regal took out his frustration as he whipped Noble hard to the corner. Regal walked up to Noble but Noble started to kick back, then came off the second rope with a dropkick. Noble delivered a kick to the back of Regal's head. Regal stumbled back falling into the corner. Noble ran and tried to flip into Regal, but Regal put a knee into his back. Regal followed with a knee to Noble's head knocking him down for the pinfall. After his victory, Regal took a mic and asked Noble what he expected since happy endings only happen in fairy tales. Regal left the ring and went over to stare down Layla. Regal put his arm out, and Layla got up and left with him seeming bewildered. Layla turned back several times as they walked up the ramp checking on Noble still down in the ring.
Charlie Haas * AKA CHL Vs JBL
JBL arrived in his white limo prior to the match. Charlie Haas came out of a white limo next, dressed up just like JBL. Haas said his name's CHL, "Charlie Haas Layfield", then proceeded to mock JBL as a businessman, making fun of his Mama Juwamba energy drink. The crowd erupted in a CHL chant as Haas came face to face with JBL. JBL called Haas a disrespectful punk and told him he will respect him. As the bell sounded, JBL exited the ring as if he wouldn't be in the same ring with Haas. The ref eventually counted JBL out giving Haas the victory.
JBL was shown walking backstage and came up to Kelly Kelly who was laughing with Batista. JBL asked what was so funny as Kelly exited. Batista remarked that Charlie Haas' mockery of JBL was funny. JBL said he and Haas have nothing in common. Batista added that Charlie Haas also won his match tonight.
Todd Grisham interviewed Rey Mysterio backstage. Mysterio talked about Kane's attack on him that left him out of action for weeks. Rey said Kane can never crush his spirit.
Evan Bourne & Rey Mysterio Vs Miz & John Morrison
Mike Adamle was shown back in his office watching the match on a TV set along with ECW GM Teddy Long and assistant Tiffany. In the match, Rey Mysterio and Bourne started to take control of things, but Miz and Morrison used several tricks to stay alive. Miz delivered a serious knee to Bourne, knocking him out of the ring. As Mysterio was getting to his feet, Morrison went for a kick off the second rope by springboarding backwards. Rey avoided it and Morrison caught Miz with the kick. Rey came off the ropes and got a spinning headscissors on Morrison, sending him to the ropes. A 619 followed, then Rey tagged in Bourne for a Shooting Starpress off the corner turnbuckle. As Bourne and Rey were still in the ring celebrating, all of a sudden flames erupted near the top of the ramp and the arena grew dark. Kane appeared on the Titantron telling Rey he will face him next week, and everyone will understand why Rey is a victim. Kane said they will understand why he chose him next week, and as a hint held up his old Kane mask.
Randy Orton was shown walking backstage on his way out to the ring.
Footage was shown of last night's attack on CM Punk as he was confronting Orton backstage. Ted Dibiase, Cody Rhodes and Manu all tripled teamed Punk. Kofi Kingston ran in to try to aid Punk, but was beaten down also. Orton ran and delivered his Legend Killer kick to CM Punk's head causing the concussion which kept him out of the title match.
Randy Orton walked down to the ring looking purposeful. In the ring Orton discussed his return and how he took out Punk with one arm. Orton also told Jericho he wouldn't have won the title if Orton was eligible to compete. Orton vowed to beat Jericho once he is eligible to compete again. All of a sudden, Orton was interrupted by Dibiase, Rhodes and newcomer Manu.
Rhodes told Orton that the 3 of them were responsible for beating Punk down, allowing Orton to punt kick him in the head. Manu spoke next, saying Orton isn't the only one with a father who was a legend. Manu said his father Wild Samoan Afa is also a hall of famer. Dibiase started to speak next about Orton slapping Punk in the face, calling it impressive. As Dibiase kept talking, Orton slapped him in the face and got out of the ring. The 3 men became enraged, but Orton just backed up the ring with a slight smirk.
Kofi Kingston & Cryme Tyme Vs Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase & Manu
Big Shad was on a roll in this one, as he pressed Rhodes up then let him drop to the mat. JTG came in and Shad threw him at Rhodes who was against the ropes. The two crashed over the ropes and to the outside. Meanwhile, back in the ring Shad went to work on Dibiase, whipping him to the ropes for a powerslam. Manu made a blind tag as Dibiase' came against the ropes, and then came in the ring to strike Shad from behind. Manu followed with his impressive finisher to slam Shad to the mat for a pinfall.
Snitsky Vs Santino Marella
Marella arrived to the ring with Beth Phoenix. Before the match, Santino showed the "Honk-a-meter" and said he's got 61 weeks left to prove he's the greatest IC champ ever. Santino demanded that they sent out a knucklehead opponent, but it was an angry-looking Snitsky.
Snitsky dominated from the start of this one. At one point, he tossed Santino into the corner, then ran at him with a high boot. Marella avoided it and Snitsky was hit into the corner. Snitsky fell back and Marella rolled him up for a quick surprise win over Snitsky. As Santino celebrated with Beth on the ramp, Snitsky stared out angrily at them.
Backstage, Mike Adamle spoke to Kelly Kelly about what happened last night with the World Heavyweight title Scramble. Kelly said she felt so bad for CM Punk, but Adamle assured her he'll be back to fight next week. Chris Jericho came in to interrupt and Kelly took off. Jericho told Adamle it's unfair he had 2 matches last night and now gets to face Batista tonight. Adamle said he did Jericho a favor last night putting him in the Scramble, so now he will compete, and he'll do it next.
Batista Vs Chris Jericho
Jericho came to the ring with his protege Lance Cade. In this one, Batista dominated from the onset, as it seemed Jericho was still nursing injuries from last night's encounter with HBK. At one point, Jericho rolled out of the ring for a timeout. Mike Adamle came to the ramp with a mic and informed them to stop the match. Adamle apologized to Batista, saying he misdiagnosed Jericho's condition. Adamle said he needs a main event that's star-driven and competitive, so he made it a 2 on 1 Handicap match, adding JBL as Jericho's tag team partner.
Batista Vs JBL & Chris Jericho
Jericho and JBl tried to give Batista a beatdown in this one. With Batista down, Jericho came into the ring to slap Batista around. Batista finally regained composure and fought back, knocking Jericho down, then running over to knock JBL off the apron. With JBL out of the ring, Batista set up Jericho for a Batista Bomb, but Lance Cade got onto the apron. Batista shoved Jericho down and went after Cade, knocking him down on the apron. The ref went over and became distracted by Cade on the apron, just as JBL got back in the ring. Batista turned and ate a Clothesline from Hell by JBL, then Jericho ran over to steal the pinfall. After the bell, JBL ordered Lance Cade to hold Batista for him. JBL delivered several punches to Batista knocking him to the mat. JBL screamed at Batista, then Lance Cade got several more punches in. The heel duo tried to send Batsita to the ropes for a double move, but Batista came off with a double shoulder into both men. Batista then speared JBL down, and hit a massive Batista Bomb on Lance Cade. Batista stared up the ramp at Jericho holding the belt smiling.
Mike Adamle came onto the ramp saying congrats to Jericho, and then informed fans that CM Punk was ineligible to compete last night after suffering a concussion. Adamle said Punk lost his title with no chance to defend it. Adamle said Punk isn't at Raw tonight, but will be back next week, and will get a chance to wrestle Jericho for the title. Adamle said the match will be in a 15 foot high steel cage to prevent outside interference. Jericho said he's fine with that, but now he just wants to take his title and go home. Adamle said he needs a main event for tonight, so Jericho can face Batista in the ring.
Mickie James Vs Beth Phoenix - WWE Woman's Title Match
Candice Michelle arrived down to ringside to watch the match. Michael Cole said Candice Michelle will face the winner of tonight's match for the title at No Mercy next month. Beth Phoenix looked dominant in this match as she sent Mickie James into the corner. Beth charged at her, but Mickie put up a foot. Despite Beth grabbing Mickie's foot, Mickie was able to use the ropes to do a headscissors style move and send Beth down to the mat. Mickie started to run off the ropes knocking Beth down. Beth was whipped to the corner, where she countered a move by Mickie and tossed her out through the ropes. Mickie held onto the ropes and stayed on the apron, then tried to do another headscissors style move using the ropes. This time Beth grabbed Mickie and put her on her shoulder, then slammed her down against the mat. Beth rolled up Mickie for the pinfall cover and retained her title as Candice stared at her from her ringside seat.
Backstage, Jamie Noble told Layla she is like his personal lucky charm, and he needs her at ringside, just like when he faced William Regal last week. Layla said she was impressed by his victory and really surprised. Noble said that was the real deal, and he had a surprise for her now. All of a sudden, Jillian Hall was shown nearby and sang the Eric Clapton song "Layla" in her awful voice. Noble sent Jillian away and started to sing his own song to Layla, but she stopped him and said she'd be out at ringside for him tonight.
Jamie Noble Vs William Regal
Regal arrived to the ring still looking angry over losing to Noble last week. In tonight's match with Layla watching from ringside, Regal took out his frustration as he whipped Noble hard to the corner. Regal walked up to Noble but Noble started to kick back, then came off the second rope with a dropkick. Noble delivered a kick to the back of Regal's head. Regal stumbled back falling into the corner. Noble ran and tried to flip into Regal, but Regal put a knee into his back. Regal followed with a knee to Noble's head knocking him down for the pinfall. After his victory, Regal took a mic and asked Noble what he expected since happy endings only happen in fairy tales. Regal left the ring and went over to stare down Layla. Regal put his arm out, and Layla got up and left with him seeming bewildered. Layla turned back several times as they walked up the ramp checking on Noble still down in the ring.
Charlie Haas * AKA CHL Vs JBL
JBL arrived in his white limo prior to the match. Charlie Haas came out of a white limo next, dressed up just like JBL. Haas said his name's CHL, "Charlie Haas Layfield", then proceeded to mock JBL as a businessman, making fun of his Mama Juwamba energy drink. The crowd erupted in a CHL chant as Haas came face to face with JBL. JBL called Haas a disrespectful punk and told him he will respect him. As the bell sounded, JBL exited the ring as if he wouldn't be in the same ring with Haas. The ref eventually counted JBL out giving Haas the victory.
JBL was shown walking backstage and came up to Kelly Kelly who was laughing with Batista. JBL asked what was so funny as Kelly exited. Batista remarked that Charlie Haas' mockery of JBL was funny. JBL said he and Haas have nothing in common. Batista added that Charlie Haas also won his match tonight.
Todd Grisham interviewed Rey Mysterio backstage. Mysterio talked about Kane's attack on him that left him out of action for weeks. Rey said Kane can never crush his spirit.
Evan Bourne & Rey Mysterio Vs Miz & John Morrison
Mike Adamle was shown back in his office watching the match on a TV set along with ECW GM Teddy Long and assistant Tiffany. In the match, Rey Mysterio and Bourne started to take control of things, but Miz and Morrison used several tricks to stay alive. Miz delivered a serious knee to Bourne, knocking him out of the ring. As Mysterio was getting to his feet, Morrison went for a kick off the second rope by springboarding backwards. Rey avoided it and Morrison caught Miz with the kick. Rey came off the ropes and got a spinning headscissors on Morrison, sending him to the ropes. A 619 followed, then Rey tagged in Bourne for a Shooting Starpress off the corner turnbuckle. As Bourne and Rey were still in the ring celebrating, all of a sudden flames erupted near the top of the ramp and the arena grew dark. Kane appeared on the Titantron telling Rey he will face him next week, and everyone will understand why Rey is a victim. Kane said they will understand why he chose him next week, and as a hint held up his old Kane mask.
Randy Orton was shown walking backstage on his way out to the ring.
Footage was shown of last night's attack on CM Punk as he was confronting Orton backstage. Ted Dibiase, Cody Rhodes and Manu all tripled teamed Punk. Kofi Kingston ran in to try to aid Punk, but was beaten down also. Orton ran and delivered his Legend Killer kick to CM Punk's head causing the concussion which kept him out of the title match.
Randy Orton walked down to the ring looking purposeful. In the ring Orton discussed his return and how he took out Punk with one arm. Orton also told Jericho he wouldn't have won the title if Orton was eligible to compete. Orton vowed to beat Jericho once he is eligible to compete again. All of a sudden, Orton was interrupted by Dibiase, Rhodes and newcomer Manu.
Rhodes told Orton that the 3 of them were responsible for beating Punk down, allowing Orton to punt kick him in the head. Manu spoke next, saying Orton isn't the only one with a father who was a legend. Manu said his father Wild Samoan Afa is also a hall of famer. Dibiase started to speak next about Orton slapping Punk in the face, calling it impressive. As Dibiase kept talking, Orton slapped him in the face and got out of the ring. The 3 men became enraged, but Orton just backed up the ring with a slight smirk.
Kofi Kingston & Cryme Tyme Vs Cody Rhodes & Ted DiBiase & Manu
Big Shad was on a roll in this one, as he pressed Rhodes up then let him drop to the mat. JTG came in and Shad threw him at Rhodes who was against the ropes. The two crashed over the ropes and to the outside. Meanwhile, back in the ring Shad went to work on Dibiase, whipping him to the ropes for a powerslam. Manu made a blind tag as Dibiase' came against the ropes, and then came in the ring to strike Shad from behind. Manu followed with his impressive finisher to slam Shad to the mat for a pinfall.
Snitsky Vs Santino Marella
Marella arrived to the ring with Beth Phoenix. Before the match, Santino showed the "Honk-a-meter" and said he's got 61 weeks left to prove he's the greatest IC champ ever. Santino demanded that they sent out a knucklehead opponent, but it was an angry-looking Snitsky.
Snitsky dominated from the start of this one. At one point, he tossed Santino into the corner, then ran at him with a high boot. Marella avoided it and Snitsky was hit into the corner. Snitsky fell back and Marella rolled him up for a quick surprise win over Snitsky. As Santino celebrated with Beth on the ramp, Snitsky stared out angrily at them.
Backstage, Mike Adamle spoke to Kelly Kelly about what happened last night with the World Heavyweight title Scramble. Kelly said she felt so bad for CM Punk, but Adamle assured her he'll be back to fight next week. Chris Jericho came in to interrupt and Kelly took off. Jericho told Adamle it's unfair he had 2 matches last night and now gets to face Batista tonight. Adamle said he did Jericho a favor last night putting him in the Scramble, so now he will compete, and he'll do it next.
Batista Vs Chris Jericho
Jericho came to the ring with his protege Lance Cade. In this one, Batista dominated from the onset, as it seemed Jericho was still nursing injuries from last night's encounter with HBK. At one point, Jericho rolled out of the ring for a timeout. Mike Adamle came to the ramp with a mic and informed them to stop the match. Adamle apologized to Batista, saying he misdiagnosed Jericho's condition. Adamle said he needs a main event that's star-driven and competitive, so he made it a 2 on 1 Handicap match, adding JBL as Jericho's tag team partner.
Batista Vs JBL & Chris Jericho
Jericho and JBl tried to give Batista a beatdown in this one. With Batista down, Jericho came into the ring to slap Batista around. Batista finally regained composure and fought back, knocking Jericho down, then running over to knock JBL off the apron. With JBL out of the ring, Batista set up Jericho for a Batista Bomb, but Lance Cade got onto the apron. Batista shoved Jericho down and went after Cade, knocking him down on the apron. The ref went over and became distracted by Cade on the apron, just as JBL got back in the ring. Batista turned and ate a Clothesline from Hell by JBL, then Jericho ran over to steal the pinfall. After the bell, JBL ordered Lance Cade to hold Batista for him. JBL delivered several punches to Batista knocking him to the mat. JBL screamed at Batista, then Lance Cade got several more punches in. The heel duo tried to send Batsita to the ropes for a double move, but Batista came off with a double shoulder into both men. Batista then speared JBL down, and hit a massive Batista Bomb on Lance Cade. Batista stared up the ramp at Jericho holding the belt smiling.
Sunday, September 7, 2008
Unforgiven Results 2008
Unforgiven featured three championship scramble matches. Since these are the first championship scramble matches in WWE history, I’m going to take a moment to explain the rules of the match. Each match featured five men and was 20-minutes long. The matches started with 2 men in the ring and every five minutes another man would be added to the match. Whenever anyone pins or forces an opponent to submit, they will be declared the interim champion. The wrestler that obtains the final pin fall or submission during the 20-minutes will walk out of the ring as the champion. The champion at the beginning of this match does not have to be pinned or forced to submit to lose their title.
ECW Championship Scramble Match:
Champion Mark Henry vs. Matt Hardy vs. Chavo Guerrero vs. Finlay vs. The Miz
The match starts with Matt Hardy and the Miz. Chavo is the third man to enter the match. As he entered the ring, he delivered a five-star frog splash on Matt to get the pin. A few minutes later, Matt delivered the side effect to Chavo to become the interim champion. Mark Henry enters the match. Mark delivered the World’s Strongest Slam to Chavo to regain the title. Finlay is the final man to enter the match and hit the Celtic Cross on Matt to get the pin. Matt then pinned the Miz with the Twist of Fate and spent the next few minutes breaking up multiple pin attempts to win the match. Winner and new is the new ECW Champion,.Matt Hardy
World Tag Team Championship
Champions Ted DiBiase & Cody Rhodes vs. Cryme Time
The champs looked like they were about to lose the titles when JTG had Cody rolled up in a small package. DiBiase rolled the pair the other way and the referee made the three-count. After the match, Cryme Time tried to get revenge on the champions but a newcomer came to the ring and helped the champs. While he was not named, the mystery man is Afa Anoa'i Jr., the son of WWE Hall-of-Famer Wild Samoan Afa. Winners: DiBiase and Rhodes
Unsanctioned Match
Shawn Michaels vs. Chris Jericho
A few days prior to this match, Shawn suffered a legitimate tear to his left triceps and his arm is heavily bandaged. This brawl was methodically paced and saw a variety of weapons used. The match took a turn for the worse for Shawn when Lance Cade got involved and went after the injured arm. Chris and Lance worked on the arm for several minutes until Shawn was able to reverse the situation. Shawn was able to deliver an elbow off the top rope through the announce table that he had positioned both Cade and Jericho on. Shawn then rolled Jericho back into the ring and proceeded to use his belt on Jericho. Jericho was unconscious while Shawn unmercifully punched Jericho in the eye with his fist that was wrapped in the belt. The referee stopped the match and awarded it to Shawn. Winner: Shawn Michaels
Randy Orton goes into the locker room of Simply Priceless. They state that the mystery man’s name is Manu, the son of Afa. Orton refused to give the champions credit for their victory and said that they accomplished nothing. He told them that luck runs out and talent lives forever.
WWE Championship Scramble Match:
Champion Triple H vs. MVP vs. Shelton Benjamin vs. Jeff Hardy vs. Brian Kendrick
Jeff Hardy and Shelton Benjamin start the match off. Brian Kendrick entered the match next and was pinned by Hardy but he was able to return the favor and pinned Hardy before MVP entered the match. Kendrick’s luck ran out when Triple H entered the ring and it took him less than a minute to regain the title when he pinned Kendrick. A minute later, Jeff Hardy pinned MVP after hitting the Twist of Fate. With two minutes left, Triple H pinned Kendrick. As soon as Triple H got off of him, Jeff hit the Swanton Bomb on Kendrick to get the pin. With seconds left in the match, Triple H pinned MVP just as Jeff was about to pin Shelton. Triple H remains WWE Champion.
CM Punk was being interviewed in the back when he was interrupted by Randy Orton. DiBiase, Rhodes, and Manu attack the champion from behind. Kofi Kingston tried to help Punk but was unsuccessful. Orton then punted Punk in the head.
Divas Championship: Champion Michelle
Michelle McCool vs. Maryse
Michelle successfully defended the title when she pinned Maryse after giving her a face-first impact suplex. Winner: Michelle McCool
Mike Adamle came out and stated that it appears that Punk may not be able to compete. If he can’t, Adamle will find a suitable replacement.
The Big Show came out to complain that Vickie Guerrero forgot to put him in the title match. Vickie Guerrero came to the ring, insulted him, and said that he will be forced to deal with the consequences. The Undertaker’s music then came on and the druids wheeled a coffin to the ring while the Big Show was still in the ring laughing at an annoyed Vickie. The Undertaker appeared on the Titantron and he promised that she would be leaving the arena in the coffin. The Undertaker entered the ring while the Big Show held Vickie in the ring. When the Undertaker was about to grab Vickie, the Big Show attacked him. After the brutal attack ended, Big Show held the Undertaker and Vickie slapped him and spit in his face.
World Heavyweight Championship Scramble Match
Champion CM Punk vs. Batista vs. JBL vs. Kane vs. Rey Mysterio
Batista starts the match against JBL. Kane came out next. He pinned JBL after hitting the choke slam. Rey Mysterio is the fourth man to come out. The suitable replacement for CM Punk was a bruised and battered Chris Jericho. As soon as he entered the ring, he was given the spear by Batista. With 30 seconds left, Batista pinned Kane. Batista and Rey got into it and Jericho crawled into the ring and crawled on top of Kane to get the pin. Despite having delivered no offensive moves in the match, Chris Jericho is your new World Heavyweight Champion. Winner and new champion: Chris Jericho
ECW Championship Scramble Match:
Champion Mark Henry vs. Matt Hardy vs. Chavo Guerrero vs. Finlay vs. The Miz
The match starts with Matt Hardy and the Miz. Chavo is the third man to enter the match. As he entered the ring, he delivered a five-star frog splash on Matt to get the pin. A few minutes later, Matt delivered the side effect to Chavo to become the interim champion. Mark Henry enters the match. Mark delivered the World’s Strongest Slam to Chavo to regain the title. Finlay is the final man to enter the match and hit the Celtic Cross on Matt to get the pin. Matt then pinned the Miz with the Twist of Fate and spent the next few minutes breaking up multiple pin attempts to win the match. Winner and new is the new ECW Champion,.Matt Hardy
World Tag Team Championship
Champions Ted DiBiase & Cody Rhodes vs. Cryme Time
The champs looked like they were about to lose the titles when JTG had Cody rolled up in a small package. DiBiase rolled the pair the other way and the referee made the three-count. After the match, Cryme Time tried to get revenge on the champions but a newcomer came to the ring and helped the champs. While he was not named, the mystery man is Afa Anoa'i Jr., the son of WWE Hall-of-Famer Wild Samoan Afa. Winners: DiBiase and Rhodes
Unsanctioned Match
Shawn Michaels vs. Chris Jericho
A few days prior to this match, Shawn suffered a legitimate tear to his left triceps and his arm is heavily bandaged. This brawl was methodically paced and saw a variety of weapons used. The match took a turn for the worse for Shawn when Lance Cade got involved and went after the injured arm. Chris and Lance worked on the arm for several minutes until Shawn was able to reverse the situation. Shawn was able to deliver an elbow off the top rope through the announce table that he had positioned both Cade and Jericho on. Shawn then rolled Jericho back into the ring and proceeded to use his belt on Jericho. Jericho was unconscious while Shawn unmercifully punched Jericho in the eye with his fist that was wrapped in the belt. The referee stopped the match and awarded it to Shawn. Winner: Shawn Michaels
Randy Orton goes into the locker room of Simply Priceless. They state that the mystery man’s name is Manu, the son of Afa. Orton refused to give the champions credit for their victory and said that they accomplished nothing. He told them that luck runs out and talent lives forever.
WWE Championship Scramble Match:
Champion Triple H vs. MVP vs. Shelton Benjamin vs. Jeff Hardy vs. Brian Kendrick
Jeff Hardy and Shelton Benjamin start the match off. Brian Kendrick entered the match next and was pinned by Hardy but he was able to return the favor and pinned Hardy before MVP entered the match. Kendrick’s luck ran out when Triple H entered the ring and it took him less than a minute to regain the title when he pinned Kendrick. A minute later, Jeff Hardy pinned MVP after hitting the Twist of Fate. With two minutes left, Triple H pinned Kendrick. As soon as Triple H got off of him, Jeff hit the Swanton Bomb on Kendrick to get the pin. With seconds left in the match, Triple H pinned MVP just as Jeff was about to pin Shelton. Triple H remains WWE Champion.
CM Punk was being interviewed in the back when he was interrupted by Randy Orton. DiBiase, Rhodes, and Manu attack the champion from behind. Kofi Kingston tried to help Punk but was unsuccessful. Orton then punted Punk in the head.
Divas Championship: Champion Michelle
Michelle McCool vs. Maryse
Michelle successfully defended the title when she pinned Maryse after giving her a face-first impact suplex. Winner: Michelle McCool
Mike Adamle came out and stated that it appears that Punk may not be able to compete. If he can’t, Adamle will find a suitable replacement.
The Big Show came out to complain that Vickie Guerrero forgot to put him in the title match. Vickie Guerrero came to the ring, insulted him, and said that he will be forced to deal with the consequences. The Undertaker’s music then came on and the druids wheeled a coffin to the ring while the Big Show was still in the ring laughing at an annoyed Vickie. The Undertaker appeared on the Titantron and he promised that she would be leaving the arena in the coffin. The Undertaker entered the ring while the Big Show held Vickie in the ring. When the Undertaker was about to grab Vickie, the Big Show attacked him. After the brutal attack ended, Big Show held the Undertaker and Vickie slapped him and spit in his face.
World Heavyweight Championship Scramble Match
Champion CM Punk vs. Batista vs. JBL vs. Kane vs. Rey Mysterio
Batista starts the match against JBL. Kane came out next. He pinned JBL after hitting the choke slam. Rey Mysterio is the fourth man to come out. The suitable replacement for CM Punk was a bruised and battered Chris Jericho. As soon as he entered the ring, he was given the spear by Batista. With 30 seconds left, Batista pinned Kane. Batista and Rey got into it and Jericho crawled into the ring and crawled on top of Kane to get the pin. Despite having delivered no offensive moves in the match, Chris Jericho is your new World Heavyweight Champion. Winner and new champion: Chris Jericho
Tuesday, September 2, 2008
ECW Results 09-02-08
ECW starts out with a brief memorial in the memory of Walter "Killer" Kowalski 1926-2008.
The Miz and John Morrison opened the show up in the ring with 'The Dirt Sheet'. Miz talked about himself becoming the new ECW Champion this Sunday at 'Unforgiven'. John Morrison said how unfortunate it is that he didn't qualify for the ECW Championship scramble match at that it is bogus that a former ECW champion did not qualify, the Miz agreed. The Miz then said that they will now take a look at the other participants of the ECW Championship scramble match. They introduce Mark Henry who comes out with the ECW belt around his waist and wearing a big smile. Tony Atlas of course was with him and seems that he may be making a habit of showing his biceps now. The Miz and Morrison are sitting in their chairs in the ring and were making fun of how big Mark Henry is. Morrison welcomes them to 'The Dirt Sheet' and Tony Atlas tells him that he hopes they are not going to have a repeat like last time. Morrison and Miz say absolutely not and that they realize that last time they were unprofessional with them but that they learned their lesson. Morrison throws a quick insult at Henry's weight, Henry gets mad but is stopped by Tony Atlas. Miz and Morrison then introduce a former ECW Champion Chavo Guerrero who comes out with Bam Neely. When they come out there is no Chavo Music playing. Actually there was but not his real music. It was a pre made cheap imitation version of his intro song done by the Miz and Morrison. Chavo looks pissed and Miz and Morrison are laughing in the ring. Mark Henry even found it amusing and was laughing. Chavo was mad when he got in the ring, Miz and Morrison said that there must be something wrong with the television production truck and apologized. Chavo said that he is excited to take back his ECW Championship this Sunday, the one that Kane stole from him at Wrestlemania, Mark Henry begged to defer. Miz told Chavo that he sounded like a baby because his match with Kane was over six months ago. Chavo was going to attack the Miz but Morrison stopped him. They then said their next guest was Finlay but that Finlay could not be there tonight because he couldn't find a babysitter. They said that they have via satellite though his brothers. They cut to footage of "Finlay's brothers" who were Miz and Morrison dressed up in a pre-taped bar segment. Mark Henry, Chavo Guerrero and everyone else in the ring was laughing. The real Finlay made his way to the ring along with Hornswoggle, seeming to laugh it off. Finlay said "hello brothers" then told Hornswoggle to greet his uncles. Hornswoggle ran over and kicked Miz in the leg getting a roar out of the crowd. Morrison then introduced the next guest. He said Jeff, then was corrected by Miz that it was Matt, Morrison said "whatever". Finlay reminded Morrison that it was the guy who beat him to qualify for the scramble, Morrison looked angry. Matt Hardy came out to a thunderous ovation from the crowd. The crowd chanted "Hardy, Hardy, Hardy". Hardy reminded Morrison how he beat him and then said how it's a little odd that Tony Atlas and Bam Neely are in the ring because they are not in the scramble but that he's sure that they are here to give moral support to their male partners, if they know what he means. He told Morrison that he thought he hung around Morrison because it made him look like a tough guy. He then criticized Chavo and Bam Neely and then was about to go at Mark Henry but Henry stopped him and said that if he was him he would shut his mouth. Henry said that he don't want to give these people a preview because he will clean the whole ring out. Henry said after 'Unforgiven' he will still be the worlds strongest champion. Hardy told him that he better make sure that Tony Atlas gets a good night sleep so that he can break up a lot of pinfalls to save his ECW Championship. Henry and Hardy got confrontational but the Miz got in between and told them that they are not going to ruin 'The Dirt Sheet'. That ended though when John Morrison attacked Matt Hardy and a all out brawl broke out in the ring between everyone. Tommy Dreamer and Evan Bourne even rushed down to the ring to assist.
Backstage the brawl was still going on with everyone. ECW GM Teddy Long then intervened and set up a 8 man tag team match for tonight and told them to save it for the ring.
Super Crazy Vs Gavin Spears
Spears had a promo shown prior to the match. Spears said he hasn't even begun to scratch the surface in ECW, and he's the crown jewel of the ECW superstar initiative. An ECW original Super Crazy was able to counter Spears and use an arm bar take down, eventually getting him to the corner to punch away on him. Spears grabbed Super Crazy's legs and tossed him off the corner. Spears began to knee Super crazy in the head, then slammed him to the mat, stomping on his head. Spears tried to lock in a headlock but Super Crazy fought his way out near the ropes. Despite Crazy getting away, Spears tripped him down to the mat and elbowed him in the head. At one point, Crazy charged at Spears in the corner, with Spears trying to toss him over the top rope. Crazy landed on the apron, then as Spears turned, delivered a kick to his head and shoved him to the mat. Super Crazy did a moonsault jump off the middle rope and splashed onto Spears to pick up the victory. Spears is now 0-2 in his ECW attempts.
Ricky Ortiz Vs Ryan Braddock
Grisham said he tried to get some background info on Braddock earlier, but he just walked past him. Matt Striker said he spoke to Braddock and he said he likes to win ugly. Ricky Ortiz has been a perfect 4-0 so far at ECW so far.In the match up, the undefeated Ortiz was kicking Braddock in the corner of the ring. Braddock fell to the corner, but then yanked Ortiz by the trunks causing him to hit the corner. Braddock climbed the top rope then grabbed Ortiz' head and jumped to slam him face first into the mat. Braddock continued to dominate Ortiz, and locked a choke hold on him down on the mat. The fans began encouraging Ortiz with the rally towels, and Ortiz broke the hold then was able to come off the ropes and knock Braddock around. Ortiz lifted Braddock on his shoulder for a powerslam. Ortiz followed by going to the corner ropes and jumping for a shoulder block. Ortiz finished with "The Big O" splash from off the ropes.
Raw Rebound showed the incidents that escalated the Shawn Michaels-Chris Jericho feud. At Summerslam HBK seemed to be announcing a decision to walk away from wrestling. Jericho told Michaels to admit he's the reason HBK is leaving WWE. HBK told Jericho to admit he'll never be Shawn Michaels. Jericho accidentally punched Michaels' wife Rebecca who came to the ring at Summerslam.
The incident incited Michaels to decide to return and beg Jericho for an unsanctioned match at Unforgiven. The two had an official contract signing last night, to absolve WWE of any liabilities. Lance Cade came to the ring to attack Michaels, but HBK fought him off and beat him down in the ring. Jericho escaped up the ramp, and the two stared each other down as Raw ended.
After the Raw Rebound, Todd Grisham informed fans that Michaels suffered a triceps injury at Raw, but has vowed he will still compete at Unforgiven.
Footage was shown of correspondent Josh Matthews with WWE's Smackdown Your Vote in Minneapolis. Mickie James and Mr. Kennedy appeared along with Josh Matthews to discuss the efforts and encourage fans to vote this election year.
Todd Grisham and Matt Striker ran down the lineup of matches for Unforgiven, including the 3 Championship Scrambles, and the unsanctioned match between Shawn Michaels and Chris Jericho.
Matt Hardy & Finlay & Tommy Dreamer & Evan Bourne Vs Chavo Guerrero & Miz & John Morrison & Mark Henry
Matt Hardy and Morrison got things started, with Hardy taking control early and tagging in Dreamer. Outside the ring, Bam Neely, Tony Atlas and Hornswoggle looked on. Dreamer smashed Morrison face first to the ropes, then tagged in Finlay. Morrison countered and rammed Finlay all the way to the heels corner, where Chavo made the tag. As the ref became distracted, Miz and Mark Henry tried to choke Finlay. Finlay came back to clothesline down Chavo and took control. Finlay went to the outside and Chavo tried to come at him. Finlay used the side apron cover to wrap up Chavo, pounding away at him. As Bam came over to try to help, Hornswoggle jumped on him from off the side apron. ECW headed to commercial as the action continued. ECW returned with Chavo and Finlay in the ring. Finlay tagged in Evan Bourne who came off the ropes to dropkick Chavo. Chavo tried to counter Bourne in the corner, but Bourne avoided it. Chavo was able to grab Bourne and slam him down against his knee. Miz tagged in and went at Bourne, with Bourne gaining the advantage. Eventually Miz overcame Bourne and dragged him over to tag in Mark Henry. Henry tossed Bourne up into the air letting him fall flat onto the mat. Miz came back in to take control. Chavo Guerreor tagged in, then Morrison, to continue beating on the new superstar, Evan Bourne. Another brawl broke out outside the ring, with the heels attacking Bourne outside the ring. Finlay, Hardy and Dreamer came over to intervene as Morrison tossed Bourne back into the ring. Bourne eventually escaped versus Chavo, by flipping him down with a headscissors then tagging in Dreamer. Dreamer went wild knocking Chavo down and opponents off the apron. The match culminated with Mark Henry being knocked to the mat by Hardy. Hardy tagged Bourne who did the shooting starpress off the corner first onto Henry. Next, Tommy Dreamer splashed Henry off the corner, then Finlay tagged in to jump onto Henry. Finally, Matt Hardy came in, and as Henry stood up, Hardy hit the Twist of Fate to send the crowd into a frenzy as the faces got the victory.
The Miz and John Morrison opened the show up in the ring with 'The Dirt Sheet'. Miz talked about himself becoming the new ECW Champion this Sunday at 'Unforgiven'. John Morrison said how unfortunate it is that he didn't qualify for the ECW Championship scramble match at that it is bogus that a former ECW champion did not qualify, the Miz agreed. The Miz then said that they will now take a look at the other participants of the ECW Championship scramble match. They introduce Mark Henry who comes out with the ECW belt around his waist and wearing a big smile. Tony Atlas of course was with him and seems that he may be making a habit of showing his biceps now. The Miz and Morrison are sitting in their chairs in the ring and were making fun of how big Mark Henry is. Morrison welcomes them to 'The Dirt Sheet' and Tony Atlas tells him that he hopes they are not going to have a repeat like last time. Morrison and Miz say absolutely not and that they realize that last time they were unprofessional with them but that they learned their lesson. Morrison throws a quick insult at Henry's weight, Henry gets mad but is stopped by Tony Atlas. Miz and Morrison then introduce a former ECW Champion Chavo Guerrero who comes out with Bam Neely. When they come out there is no Chavo Music playing. Actually there was but not his real music. It was a pre made cheap imitation version of his intro song done by the Miz and Morrison. Chavo looks pissed and Miz and Morrison are laughing in the ring. Mark Henry even found it amusing and was laughing. Chavo was mad when he got in the ring, Miz and Morrison said that there must be something wrong with the television production truck and apologized. Chavo said that he is excited to take back his ECW Championship this Sunday, the one that Kane stole from him at Wrestlemania, Mark Henry begged to defer. Miz told Chavo that he sounded like a baby because his match with Kane was over six months ago. Chavo was going to attack the Miz but Morrison stopped him. They then said their next guest was Finlay but that Finlay could not be there tonight because he couldn't find a babysitter. They said that they have via satellite though his brothers. They cut to footage of "Finlay's brothers" who were Miz and Morrison dressed up in a pre-taped bar segment. Mark Henry, Chavo Guerrero and everyone else in the ring was laughing. The real Finlay made his way to the ring along with Hornswoggle, seeming to laugh it off. Finlay said "hello brothers" then told Hornswoggle to greet his uncles. Hornswoggle ran over and kicked Miz in the leg getting a roar out of the crowd. Morrison then introduced the next guest. He said Jeff, then was corrected by Miz that it was Matt, Morrison said "whatever". Finlay reminded Morrison that it was the guy who beat him to qualify for the scramble, Morrison looked angry. Matt Hardy came out to a thunderous ovation from the crowd. The crowd chanted "Hardy, Hardy, Hardy". Hardy reminded Morrison how he beat him and then said how it's a little odd that Tony Atlas and Bam Neely are in the ring because they are not in the scramble but that he's sure that they are here to give moral support to their male partners, if they know what he means. He told Morrison that he thought he hung around Morrison because it made him look like a tough guy. He then criticized Chavo and Bam Neely and then was about to go at Mark Henry but Henry stopped him and said that if he was him he would shut his mouth. Henry said that he don't want to give these people a preview because he will clean the whole ring out. Henry said after 'Unforgiven' he will still be the worlds strongest champion. Hardy told him that he better make sure that Tony Atlas gets a good night sleep so that he can break up a lot of pinfalls to save his ECW Championship. Henry and Hardy got confrontational but the Miz got in between and told them that they are not going to ruin 'The Dirt Sheet'. That ended though when John Morrison attacked Matt Hardy and a all out brawl broke out in the ring between everyone. Tommy Dreamer and Evan Bourne even rushed down to the ring to assist.
Backstage the brawl was still going on with everyone. ECW GM Teddy Long then intervened and set up a 8 man tag team match for tonight and told them to save it for the ring.
Super Crazy Vs Gavin Spears
Spears had a promo shown prior to the match. Spears said he hasn't even begun to scratch the surface in ECW, and he's the crown jewel of the ECW superstar initiative. An ECW original Super Crazy was able to counter Spears and use an arm bar take down, eventually getting him to the corner to punch away on him. Spears grabbed Super Crazy's legs and tossed him off the corner. Spears began to knee Super crazy in the head, then slammed him to the mat, stomping on his head. Spears tried to lock in a headlock but Super Crazy fought his way out near the ropes. Despite Crazy getting away, Spears tripped him down to the mat and elbowed him in the head. At one point, Crazy charged at Spears in the corner, with Spears trying to toss him over the top rope. Crazy landed on the apron, then as Spears turned, delivered a kick to his head and shoved him to the mat. Super Crazy did a moonsault jump off the middle rope and splashed onto Spears to pick up the victory. Spears is now 0-2 in his ECW attempts.
Ricky Ortiz Vs Ryan Braddock
Grisham said he tried to get some background info on Braddock earlier, but he just walked past him. Matt Striker said he spoke to Braddock and he said he likes to win ugly. Ricky Ortiz has been a perfect 4-0 so far at ECW so far.In the match up, the undefeated Ortiz was kicking Braddock in the corner of the ring. Braddock fell to the corner, but then yanked Ortiz by the trunks causing him to hit the corner. Braddock climbed the top rope then grabbed Ortiz' head and jumped to slam him face first into the mat. Braddock continued to dominate Ortiz, and locked a choke hold on him down on the mat. The fans began encouraging Ortiz with the rally towels, and Ortiz broke the hold then was able to come off the ropes and knock Braddock around. Ortiz lifted Braddock on his shoulder for a powerslam. Ortiz followed by going to the corner ropes and jumping for a shoulder block. Ortiz finished with "The Big O" splash from off the ropes.
Raw Rebound showed the incidents that escalated the Shawn Michaels-Chris Jericho feud. At Summerslam HBK seemed to be announcing a decision to walk away from wrestling. Jericho told Michaels to admit he's the reason HBK is leaving WWE. HBK told Jericho to admit he'll never be Shawn Michaels. Jericho accidentally punched Michaels' wife Rebecca who came to the ring at Summerslam.
The incident incited Michaels to decide to return and beg Jericho for an unsanctioned match at Unforgiven. The two had an official contract signing last night, to absolve WWE of any liabilities. Lance Cade came to the ring to attack Michaels, but HBK fought him off and beat him down in the ring. Jericho escaped up the ramp, and the two stared each other down as Raw ended.
After the Raw Rebound, Todd Grisham informed fans that Michaels suffered a triceps injury at Raw, but has vowed he will still compete at Unforgiven.
Footage was shown of correspondent Josh Matthews with WWE's Smackdown Your Vote in Minneapolis. Mickie James and Mr. Kennedy appeared along with Josh Matthews to discuss the efforts and encourage fans to vote this election year.
Todd Grisham and Matt Striker ran down the lineup of matches for Unforgiven, including the 3 Championship Scrambles, and the unsanctioned match between Shawn Michaels and Chris Jericho.
Matt Hardy & Finlay & Tommy Dreamer & Evan Bourne Vs Chavo Guerrero & Miz & John Morrison & Mark Henry
Matt Hardy and Morrison got things started, with Hardy taking control early and tagging in Dreamer. Outside the ring, Bam Neely, Tony Atlas and Hornswoggle looked on. Dreamer smashed Morrison face first to the ropes, then tagged in Finlay. Morrison countered and rammed Finlay all the way to the heels corner, where Chavo made the tag. As the ref became distracted, Miz and Mark Henry tried to choke Finlay. Finlay came back to clothesline down Chavo and took control. Finlay went to the outside and Chavo tried to come at him. Finlay used the side apron cover to wrap up Chavo, pounding away at him. As Bam came over to try to help, Hornswoggle jumped on him from off the side apron. ECW headed to commercial as the action continued. ECW returned with Chavo and Finlay in the ring. Finlay tagged in Evan Bourne who came off the ropes to dropkick Chavo. Chavo tried to counter Bourne in the corner, but Bourne avoided it. Chavo was able to grab Bourne and slam him down against his knee. Miz tagged in and went at Bourne, with Bourne gaining the advantage. Eventually Miz overcame Bourne and dragged him over to tag in Mark Henry. Henry tossed Bourne up into the air letting him fall flat onto the mat. Miz came back in to take control. Chavo Guerreor tagged in, then Morrison, to continue beating on the new superstar, Evan Bourne. Another brawl broke out outside the ring, with the heels attacking Bourne outside the ring. Finlay, Hardy and Dreamer came over to intervene as Morrison tossed Bourne back into the ring. Bourne eventually escaped versus Chavo, by flipping him down with a headscissors then tagging in Dreamer. Dreamer went wild knocking Chavo down and opponents off the apron. The match culminated with Mark Henry being knocked to the mat by Hardy. Hardy tagged Bourne who did the shooting starpress off the corner first onto Henry. Next, Tommy Dreamer splashed Henry off the corner, then Finlay tagged in to jump onto Henry. Finally, Matt Hardy came in, and as Henry stood up, Hardy hit the Twist of Fate to send the crowd into a frenzy as the faces got the victory.
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