A highlight video was shown of the Jack Swagger-Christian ECW title match at Backlash. Towards the end of the match a frustrated Swatter took a turnbuckle cover off, but the ref went over to stop him. Meanwhile, Christian was recovering in the opposite cover, where he took the turnbuckle cover off. Swagger charged at him, Christian moved and made Swagger eat the corner, before hitting the Killswitch on him for the victory.
Christian was introduced as new ECW Champion and came to the ring showing off his new belt. Christian said it was the greatest day of his career, standing in MSG in front of all his peeps as a champion. Christian told Swagger to come on out and interrupt. Instead of Swagger, Tommy Dreamer emerged from backstage, dressed in a suit and tie. Dreamer shook Christian's hand and congratulated him, saying finally ECW has a worthy champ after 3 months. Dreamer then brought up his promise to win the ECW title one more time before his contract expired, but his time's running out. Dreamer said he has just 6 weeks until his contract expires. Dreamer said he wanted to challenge Christian for the title in the building that made him love wrestling. Christian said they could have the match tonight, but Jack Swagger came out to interrupt on the ramp.
From the top of the ramp, Swagger accused Christian of cheating in the title match, saying it wasn't fair. Swagger called Dreamer a joke, then said he has his rematch in 3 weeks at Judgment Day. Swagger said nobody else gets a title shot until he gets his rematch. Just then Tiffany's theme music came on, and Tiffany came to the ramp. Tiffany said Swagger will get his rematch at Judgment Day, but he's wrong about saying nobody else will get one before him. Tiffany made the Swagger-Christian match official.
Tyson Kidd was shown backstage with Natalya helping him get ready. Matt Striker said Finlay will face him next.
Finlay vs. Tyson Kidd
Kidd was accompanied to the ring by Natalya. Highlights were shown of Finlay and Hornswoggle defeating Kidd and Natalya on last week's WWE Superstars episode. Finlay came out without Hornswoggle who has now moved to Raw. Before the match, Josh Matthews announced that ECW will have a new start time next Tuesday of 10 PM EST.
Finlay applied a half Boston Crab in the match, and yanked him away from grabbing the ropes several times. Kidd escaped the hold but Finlay clotheslined him hard over the top rope out of the ring in front of Natalya. ECW came back from a commercial with Kidd in control in the ring. Kidd worked over Finlay's leg and knee, and then put him in an excruciating submission hold. Finlay tried to apply a chinlock, but Kidd escaped and put a new hold on Finlay's leg. Finlay flipped Kidd away at one point, but Kidd got a hold back on Finlay once again, yelled he'd break his leg.
Despite having a hurt leg, Finlay hobbled back and tried to mount some offense with clotheslines and close strike attacks. Finlay kept clotheslining Kidd down. At one point Finlay went to the outside. Kidd tried to baseball slide dropkick him, but Finlay pulled the apron cover up and Kidd slid into it. Finlay started beating on him in the apron cover. As Kidd finally got back in, Finlay went to get in as well. Natalya ran over and acted as if she were going to climb onto the apron. The ref began warning her and Finlay was distracted enough for Kidd to grab Finlay's shilaleigh and strike him in the leg. Kidd took the pinfall for the victory. Tyson Kidd wins via pinfall over Finlay.
Vladimir Kozlov came onto the ramp dressed in a Russian military uniform complete with a new display on the graphics board behind him. Kozlov said nobody in the WWE or entire world can compete him. Kozlov said it won't be long until he achieves global domination, then yelled something out in Russian before heading backstage. Josh Matthews and Matt Striker introduced their new backstage interviewer Gregory Helms.
Gregory Helms interviewed Evan Bourne backstage. Bourne said things are happening quickly in ECW now after the draft and Backlash has brought a new champion. Bourne said he has championship aspirations just like Tommy Dreamer does. Just then, Paul Burchill and Katie Lea arrived to interrupt. Burchill told Bourne they have a rematch on this Thursday's episode of Superstars, and Bourne won't be as lucky to win like he did on last week's ECW.
Tommy Dreamer arrived to the ring for the ECW Title match.
Tommy Dreamer vs. Christian (ECW Championship Match)
Striker claimed early on that the two competitors were feeling each other out. Christian gained an upperhand early on, and went for the Killswitch but Dreamer shoved him away. Dreamer tried for his DDT, with Christian escaping it. Dreamer hit a running Powerslam on Christian, but Christian just kicked out of the pinfall attempts. Christian slapped Dreamer hard in the face and Dreamer fell back as ECW went to break.
Tommy tried to whip Christian to the corner, but Christian reversed and threw Dreamer into the corner. Christian started working on Dreamer's left shoulder and arm. Christian connected on a missile dropkick off the corner but couldn't score a winning pinfall. Christian went to the other corner at one point, with Dreamer climbing up and suplexing him off. Dreamer went for a pin but Christian barely got an arm up. Dreamer went at Christian towards the ropes, taking him to the outside with a clothesline. Both men fell to the outside and the ref counted near 10, with both men barely getting back in. Dreamer started to attack again, with serious momentum.
Dreamer hit a reverse DDT after Christian countered a scoop slam. Christian hit a Sunset Flip with Dreamer reversing the pin and Christian reversing it back. Dreamer leveled Christian with a huge clothesline. Dreamer stuck Christian upside down in the corner to prepare for a running dropkick. Suddenly, Jack Swagger rushed into the ring and attacked Dreamer and Christian. Swagger beat on both men, before tossing Dreamer head first into Christian's gut in the corner. Dreamer then pulled Christian to the center of the ring where he hit a Gutwrench Powerbomb on him. Ref stops the match for disqualification when Jack Swagger attacked Tommy Dreamer. Christian retains the ECW Championship.
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Monday, April 27, 2009
Raw Results 04-27-09
Vickie Guerrero was already in the ring as Raw began. She talked about how great it was that her husband Edge beat Cena for the World Heavyweight title in last night's Last Man Standing Match. She then introduced the brand new WWE Champion, Randy Orton. Orton arrived to the ring carrying his new belt, flanked by Rhodes & Dibiase. He spoke about how he did exactly what he said he would, by annihilating HHH last night and taking his WWE title. Highlights were shown of each of Orton's punt kicks to Vince, Shane and last night's to HHH. Orton said he picked apart the McMahon's one by one, and now the entire Raw locker room needs to answer to him. Orton said the fans might not like him but they'll show him respect. Vickie announced a #1 contender match for tonight between Big Show and Batista to determine who Orton defends the title against at Judgement Day.
As Orton continued to brag about how everyone must respect him, he was interrupted as MVP's theme music came on. MVP came out onto the ramp with a mic in hand and told Orton he doesn't answer to him. MVP said it's not Orton's show, it's Monday Night Raw. MVP then said if Batista or Big Show don't defeat him at Judgement Day, MVP will step up to do it. Dibiase and Rhodes began to tell MVP to head backstage. Orton walked over and whispered something to Vickie. Vickie said in addition to tonight's #1 Contender match, Raw will have MVP going against Randy Orton for the first time ever.
Kofi Kingston vs. The Brian Kendrick
Lillian Garcia introduced Kendrick as "Brian Kendrick" so he grabbed the mic to correct her when he got to the ring. In Kendrick's debut without Ezekiel Jackson on Raw, he faced the exciting high-flyer Kofi Kingston. Both men displayed impressive moves, with Kendrick getting chopped down by Kofi and then hit with a double leg drop. After the failed pinfall, Kendrick went for his finisher off the corner, but Kofi escaped it and flew back onto Kendrick. Kendrick reversed the pin and Kofi kicked out. After a spinning buzzsaw kick to Kendrick's head, Kofi finally got the winning pinfall. Kofi Kingston wins via pinfall over The Brian Kendrick.
Michael Cole and Jerry Lawler discussed how emotional Backlash was, and showed slideshow pics of the Cena vs. Edge match. Big Show came out to interfere, throwing John Cena into a searchlight. Edge won the title as Cena failed to answer the ref's count. Lawler and Cole said it's doubtful Cena will show up tonight.
Backstage, Big Show and Vickie hugged in an office. Vickie thanked Big Show for what he did last night to help Edge. Show thanked her for the #1 contenders match and went for a kiss. Vickie turned her head and Show took exception. Vickie told him for the sake of Raw from here on out everything will be strictly professional. Show was upset, but said he understood and left the office.
A replay was shown from last night's Khali Kiss Cam at Backlash. Beth Phoenix came to the ring to challenge Santina, and ended up insulting Great Khali. Khali clocked Beth on the head, knocking her down, which allowed Santina to score a pinfall on Beth.
Brie Bella, Kelly Kelly, Mickie James & Santina Marella vs. Maryse, Rosa Mendes, Jillian Hall & Beth Phoenix (8 Divas Tag Match)
Santina started off against Beth for a few moments, until Beth slapped her causing Santina to rush over and tag in Brie. Beth continued the punishment by beating up Brie, before tagging in Jillian who missed on a leg dorp, Brie rushed out of the ring and as Rosa Mendes went after her, she went under the ring. Soon Brie popped her head back out as did her twin sister Nikki. Rosa fell backwards and just then Hornswoggle popped his head out in between the Bella Twins who kissed him. Hornswoggle began chasing Rosa Mendes who ran and fell on the ramp. As Horney came back to the ring area, Beth and Maryse started to go after him so he rushed under the ring. As the two divas pulled the apron cover up, they were sprayed with a fire extinguisher. As Jillian was in the ring looking out at the action, Santina had tagged in. Santina rushed over and grabbed Jillian for the rollup pin.
After the win the divas celebrated with Santina. Santina got on the apron to taunt the heel divas. Hornswoggle came out from under the ring again and looked up Santina's skirt shocked. Mickie James pulled the skirt up and Hornswoggle eventually fell back in horror. Brie Bella, Mickie James, Kelly Kelly & Santina Marella win via pinfall over Beth Phoenix, Rosa Mendes, Jillian Hall & Maryse.
Michael Cole & Jerry Lawler talked about how the recent WWE Draft really is paying dividends for Raw already. They showed the recent additions, the Bella Twins, Mr. Kennedy and Matt Hardy.
Goldust vs. Matt Hardy
Matt Hardy came down to the ring wearing an arm cast on his right arm. Slideshow pics were shown from the I Quit match at Backlash. Matt Hardy lost after Jeff had tied him down to a table. Matt tried to talk Jeff out of things and eventually yelled that he quit. Jeff still jumped off a ladder onto Matt even though he already won. Matt told the fans he suffered a broken hand due to Jeff's reckless actions last night. Matt said he didn't quit and has never quit anything in his life. Matt said after breaking his hand last night in the match, he had to quit. Matt said he's being forced to wrestle tonight despite the injury. Matt said he's wrestling under protest tonight.
Matt continually eluded Goldust during the match by escaping the ring. At one point Matt slid to the outside and the ref was talking to Goldust in the ring. Matt rushed back in and clubbed Goldust in the head from behind, then took the pinfall. Matt Hardy wins via pinfall over Goldust.
MVP vs. Randy Orton
In a non-title matchup, Raw's newest member, MVP, faced the brand new WWE champion, Randy Orton. After exchanging early arm holds, MVP took some control against Orton and was able to knock him to the mat. Orton regained control and forced MVP to the corner hitting him with a few forearm uppercuts. MVP responded by avoiding Orton charging at him in the other corner, then tossed him to the mat. Orton again regained control, but as he whipped MVP to the corner and went at him, MVP tripped Orton into the bottom turnbuckle, then ran over and kicked Orton over the ropes to the outside.
Raw returned from a break and Orton had MVP down in a headlock. MVP got back to a vertical base, but Orton again brought him down, trying for a pinfall, then reapplying a headlock. Orton and MVP started exchanging punches back and forth, then MVP kicked Orton down. Eventually MVP had serious momentum as he hit a Facebuster then did his "Ballin" elbowdrop on Orton. Orton kicked out at 2. MVP had Orton in the corner and rushed at him, but Orton dodged his boot then grabbed MVP's leg and tossed him out over the ropes. Orton started to recover in the ring as MVP was layed outside.
Just then, Shane McMahon rushed into the ring with a Kendo stick. Shane began cracking the stick across Orton repeatedly before clocking him on the head. Shane did a flying elbow drop off the corner just as Rhodes and Dibiase came running to the ring, steel chairs in hand. Shane quickly escaped the ring then ran up the stairs into the audience. Shane then stood up with a spotlight on him from the crowd pointing and taunting Orton & Legacy in the ring. No winner announced due to Shane McMahon's interference. DQ on MVP.
Again highlights were shown of what Big Show did to John Cena last night. Highlights were also shown of what just went down between Shane McMahon and Randy Orton with Legacy also getting involved.
Lawler and Cole continued to talk about the various superstars the WWE Draft brought to Raw including Big Show and Divas champion Maryse.
John Cena vs. The Miz
Mike The Miz Mizanin came to the ring and told everyone he was the most valuable draft pick in the draft. Miz started bragging about his accomplishments, including the fact he has phone numbers of various women such as Hilary Duff and Paris Hilton. The Miz suggested the fans should Google him to see the proof of how great he is. Miz said he's now here to take on the biggest and baddest superstars on Raw. Miz said he's here to challenge John Cena on his first night and demanded a referee come to the ring. Miz kept calling out Cena to come out. Cena's music finally hit and the fans started going wild. The music stopped and Miz got on the mic again asking Cena if he was scared to fight.
Miz continued taunting Cena as the fans chanted. Miz began complaining that the same superstars are in main events year after year. Miz pretended that John Cena chose not to show up, so Miz won by forfeit. Miz said "Miz 1, John Cena 0". Miz told Lillian to announce Miz the winner by forfeit. Miz left the ring and grabbed the mic to announce himself as winner. Lawler and Cole discussed the fact that everybody knew Cena wasn't going to be here tonight. The Miz declares himself winner due to forfeit by John Cena.
Highlights were shown of the recent WWE European tour in England, Wales, Germany, Austria, Ireland and France.
The Colons vs. Jamie Noble & Chavo Guerrero
This Thursday Carlito will wrestle solo against Ted Dibiase of Legacy. At one point in the match, both Noble and Chavo were on the outside. Noble rushed into the ring then back outside to distract Primo, allowing Chavo to sneak behind him and shoved him out. Chavo took control when Primo was back in the ring, applying the headlock.
Chavo and Noble started to doubleteam and keep Primo away from Carlito. Chavo tried to jump off the corner at Primo, but Primo jumped up to dropkick him in the air. Primo managed to tag in Carlito who rushed in as Noble tagged in. Carlito had momentum. At one point Carlito had Chavo knocked outside and pinned Noble inside. Chavo was able to pull Carlito off the pin, but Primo soon jumped off the apron onto Chavo outside. Carlito grabbed Noble and hit the Backstabber.
The Colons win via pinfall over Jamie Noble & Chavo Guerrero.
Batista was shown walking down a hallway backstage on his way out for the main event. Josh Matthews caught up to Batista asking if he felt responsible for HHH's loss last night. Batista looked into the camera saying he feels for HHH but is going to pay him back by beating Big Show, then hurting Orton and then taking Orton's title away.
Vickie Guerrero was introduced and came onto the ramp to announce something. She showed highlights of Orton's recent rampages against the McMahons, including the Punt kicks to Shane and Vince, and last night to HHH. Vickie announced that next week it will be Randy Orton vs. Shane McMahon. Big Show arrived out and gave Vickie a look, then walked to the ring all business.
Batista vs. Big Show #1 Contender's Match
After several lockup attempts, Show went for the early Chokeslam, but Batista countered and tried for a Batista Bomb. Show countered that and the two men stared at one another as Raw went on break. Raw returned with Show picking Batista apart, and chopping him down to the mat. Batista responded back with a Spear on Show in the corner, but Show hammered him back down then stood on him. Show continued to smash his hand down on Batista around the ring, then hit a scoop slam. Show put Batista in a Boston Crab type submission to wear The Animal down. Batista tried to fight back as Show put a Bear Hug on him.
Batista finally escaped Show by punching at him and raking his eyes. He delivered a double boot at Show as he came at him in the corner, then started to work to chop him down. Despite Batista fighting back, Big Show grabbed him and Chokeslammed him. Batista rolled to the outside with Show following him to continue working on him. Suddenly, John Cena came hobbling out from backstage to the ramp with a referee trying to hold him back from heading to the ring. Cena was visibly still injured, but Show noticed him and started up the ramp towards him. As the ref continued the countout, Batista had rolled back into the ring. Show realized the count was at 8-9 and tried to run back to slide into the ring. Show failed to get in the ring before 10, and the ref awarded Batista the victory.
As Big Show looked out of the ring at Cena who was smirking up on the ramp, Batista had got back up and ran over to Spear Big Show down, then rolled out of the ring. Raw ended with an angry Big Show glaring out of the ring and yelling at Cena who was on the ramp. Batista wins via countout over Big Show to become the #1 Contender against Randy Orton at Judgement Day.
As Orton continued to brag about how everyone must respect him, he was interrupted as MVP's theme music came on. MVP came out onto the ramp with a mic in hand and told Orton he doesn't answer to him. MVP said it's not Orton's show, it's Monday Night Raw. MVP then said if Batista or Big Show don't defeat him at Judgement Day, MVP will step up to do it. Dibiase and Rhodes began to tell MVP to head backstage. Orton walked over and whispered something to Vickie. Vickie said in addition to tonight's #1 Contender match, Raw will have MVP going against Randy Orton for the first time ever.
Kofi Kingston vs. The Brian Kendrick
Lillian Garcia introduced Kendrick as "Brian Kendrick" so he grabbed the mic to correct her when he got to the ring. In Kendrick's debut without Ezekiel Jackson on Raw, he faced the exciting high-flyer Kofi Kingston. Both men displayed impressive moves, with Kendrick getting chopped down by Kofi and then hit with a double leg drop. After the failed pinfall, Kendrick went for his finisher off the corner, but Kofi escaped it and flew back onto Kendrick. Kendrick reversed the pin and Kofi kicked out. After a spinning buzzsaw kick to Kendrick's head, Kofi finally got the winning pinfall. Kofi Kingston wins via pinfall over The Brian Kendrick.
Michael Cole and Jerry Lawler discussed how emotional Backlash was, and showed slideshow pics of the Cena vs. Edge match. Big Show came out to interfere, throwing John Cena into a searchlight. Edge won the title as Cena failed to answer the ref's count. Lawler and Cole said it's doubtful Cena will show up tonight.
Backstage, Big Show and Vickie hugged in an office. Vickie thanked Big Show for what he did last night to help Edge. Show thanked her for the #1 contenders match and went for a kiss. Vickie turned her head and Show took exception. Vickie told him for the sake of Raw from here on out everything will be strictly professional. Show was upset, but said he understood and left the office.
A replay was shown from last night's Khali Kiss Cam at Backlash. Beth Phoenix came to the ring to challenge Santina, and ended up insulting Great Khali. Khali clocked Beth on the head, knocking her down, which allowed Santina to score a pinfall on Beth.
Brie Bella, Kelly Kelly, Mickie James & Santina Marella vs. Maryse, Rosa Mendes, Jillian Hall & Beth Phoenix (8 Divas Tag Match)
Santina started off against Beth for a few moments, until Beth slapped her causing Santina to rush over and tag in Brie. Beth continued the punishment by beating up Brie, before tagging in Jillian who missed on a leg dorp, Brie rushed out of the ring and as Rosa Mendes went after her, she went under the ring. Soon Brie popped her head back out as did her twin sister Nikki. Rosa fell backwards and just then Hornswoggle popped his head out in between the Bella Twins who kissed him. Hornswoggle began chasing Rosa Mendes who ran and fell on the ramp. As Horney came back to the ring area, Beth and Maryse started to go after him so he rushed under the ring. As the two divas pulled the apron cover up, they were sprayed with a fire extinguisher. As Jillian was in the ring looking out at the action, Santina had tagged in. Santina rushed over and grabbed Jillian for the rollup pin.
After the win the divas celebrated with Santina. Santina got on the apron to taunt the heel divas. Hornswoggle came out from under the ring again and looked up Santina's skirt shocked. Mickie James pulled the skirt up and Hornswoggle eventually fell back in horror. Brie Bella, Mickie James, Kelly Kelly & Santina Marella win via pinfall over Beth Phoenix, Rosa Mendes, Jillian Hall & Maryse.
Michael Cole & Jerry Lawler talked about how the recent WWE Draft really is paying dividends for Raw already. They showed the recent additions, the Bella Twins, Mr. Kennedy and Matt Hardy.
Goldust vs. Matt Hardy
Matt Hardy came down to the ring wearing an arm cast on his right arm. Slideshow pics were shown from the I Quit match at Backlash. Matt Hardy lost after Jeff had tied him down to a table. Matt tried to talk Jeff out of things and eventually yelled that he quit. Jeff still jumped off a ladder onto Matt even though he already won. Matt told the fans he suffered a broken hand due to Jeff's reckless actions last night. Matt said he didn't quit and has never quit anything in his life. Matt said after breaking his hand last night in the match, he had to quit. Matt said he's being forced to wrestle tonight despite the injury. Matt said he's wrestling under protest tonight.
Matt continually eluded Goldust during the match by escaping the ring. At one point Matt slid to the outside and the ref was talking to Goldust in the ring. Matt rushed back in and clubbed Goldust in the head from behind, then took the pinfall. Matt Hardy wins via pinfall over Goldust.
MVP vs. Randy Orton
In a non-title matchup, Raw's newest member, MVP, faced the brand new WWE champion, Randy Orton. After exchanging early arm holds, MVP took some control against Orton and was able to knock him to the mat. Orton regained control and forced MVP to the corner hitting him with a few forearm uppercuts. MVP responded by avoiding Orton charging at him in the other corner, then tossed him to the mat. Orton again regained control, but as he whipped MVP to the corner and went at him, MVP tripped Orton into the bottom turnbuckle, then ran over and kicked Orton over the ropes to the outside.
Raw returned from a break and Orton had MVP down in a headlock. MVP got back to a vertical base, but Orton again brought him down, trying for a pinfall, then reapplying a headlock. Orton and MVP started exchanging punches back and forth, then MVP kicked Orton down. Eventually MVP had serious momentum as he hit a Facebuster then did his "Ballin" elbowdrop on Orton. Orton kicked out at 2. MVP had Orton in the corner and rushed at him, but Orton dodged his boot then grabbed MVP's leg and tossed him out over the ropes. Orton started to recover in the ring as MVP was layed outside.
Just then, Shane McMahon rushed into the ring with a Kendo stick. Shane began cracking the stick across Orton repeatedly before clocking him on the head. Shane did a flying elbow drop off the corner just as Rhodes and Dibiase came running to the ring, steel chairs in hand. Shane quickly escaped the ring then ran up the stairs into the audience. Shane then stood up with a spotlight on him from the crowd pointing and taunting Orton & Legacy in the ring. No winner announced due to Shane McMahon's interference. DQ on MVP.
Again highlights were shown of what Big Show did to John Cena last night. Highlights were also shown of what just went down between Shane McMahon and Randy Orton with Legacy also getting involved.
Lawler and Cole continued to talk about the various superstars the WWE Draft brought to Raw including Big Show and Divas champion Maryse.
John Cena vs. The Miz
Mike The Miz Mizanin came to the ring and told everyone he was the most valuable draft pick in the draft. Miz started bragging about his accomplishments, including the fact he has phone numbers of various women such as Hilary Duff and Paris Hilton. The Miz suggested the fans should Google him to see the proof of how great he is. Miz said he's now here to take on the biggest and baddest superstars on Raw. Miz said he's here to challenge John Cena on his first night and demanded a referee come to the ring. Miz kept calling out Cena to come out. Cena's music finally hit and the fans started going wild. The music stopped and Miz got on the mic again asking Cena if he was scared to fight.
Miz continued taunting Cena as the fans chanted. Miz began complaining that the same superstars are in main events year after year. Miz pretended that John Cena chose not to show up, so Miz won by forfeit. Miz said "Miz 1, John Cena 0". Miz told Lillian to announce Miz the winner by forfeit. Miz left the ring and grabbed the mic to announce himself as winner. Lawler and Cole discussed the fact that everybody knew Cena wasn't going to be here tonight. The Miz declares himself winner due to forfeit by John Cena.
Highlights were shown of the recent WWE European tour in England, Wales, Germany, Austria, Ireland and France.
The Colons vs. Jamie Noble & Chavo Guerrero
This Thursday Carlito will wrestle solo against Ted Dibiase of Legacy. At one point in the match, both Noble and Chavo were on the outside. Noble rushed into the ring then back outside to distract Primo, allowing Chavo to sneak behind him and shoved him out. Chavo took control when Primo was back in the ring, applying the headlock.
Chavo and Noble started to doubleteam and keep Primo away from Carlito. Chavo tried to jump off the corner at Primo, but Primo jumped up to dropkick him in the air. Primo managed to tag in Carlito who rushed in as Noble tagged in. Carlito had momentum. At one point Carlito had Chavo knocked outside and pinned Noble inside. Chavo was able to pull Carlito off the pin, but Primo soon jumped off the apron onto Chavo outside. Carlito grabbed Noble and hit the Backstabber.
The Colons win via pinfall over Jamie Noble & Chavo Guerrero.
Batista was shown walking down a hallway backstage on his way out for the main event. Josh Matthews caught up to Batista asking if he felt responsible for HHH's loss last night. Batista looked into the camera saying he feels for HHH but is going to pay him back by beating Big Show, then hurting Orton and then taking Orton's title away.
Vickie Guerrero was introduced and came onto the ramp to announce something. She showed highlights of Orton's recent rampages against the McMahons, including the Punt kicks to Shane and Vince, and last night to HHH. Vickie announced that next week it will be Randy Orton vs. Shane McMahon. Big Show arrived out and gave Vickie a look, then walked to the ring all business.
Batista vs. Big Show #1 Contender's Match
After several lockup attempts, Show went for the early Chokeslam, but Batista countered and tried for a Batista Bomb. Show countered that and the two men stared at one another as Raw went on break. Raw returned with Show picking Batista apart, and chopping him down to the mat. Batista responded back with a Spear on Show in the corner, but Show hammered him back down then stood on him. Show continued to smash his hand down on Batista around the ring, then hit a scoop slam. Show put Batista in a Boston Crab type submission to wear The Animal down. Batista tried to fight back as Show put a Bear Hug on him.
Batista finally escaped Show by punching at him and raking his eyes. He delivered a double boot at Show as he came at him in the corner, then started to work to chop him down. Despite Batista fighting back, Big Show grabbed him and Chokeslammed him. Batista rolled to the outside with Show following him to continue working on him. Suddenly, John Cena came hobbling out from backstage to the ramp with a referee trying to hold him back from heading to the ring. Cena was visibly still injured, but Show noticed him and started up the ramp towards him. As the ref continued the countout, Batista had rolled back into the ring. Show realized the count was at 8-9 and tried to run back to slide into the ring. Show failed to get in the ring before 10, and the ref awarded Batista the victory.
As Big Show looked out of the ring at Cena who was smirking up on the ramp, Batista had got back up and ran over to Spear Big Show down, then rolled out of the ring. Raw ended with an angry Big Show glaring out of the ring and yelling at Cena who was on the ramp. Batista wins via countout over Big Show to become the #1 Contender against Randy Orton at Judgement Day.
Sunday, April 26, 2009
Backlash Results 04-26-09
Christian vs. Jack Swagger (ECW Championship)
The first official match of the night saw Captain Charisma trying to take the ECW title away from the All-American American. Swagger was dominating Christian early on, but both men displayed great skills on the mat. It seemed each time Christian was on the offense, Swagger quickly regained control again. At one point, Swagger went for the Gutwrench Powerbomb, but Christian countered and DDT'd the champ for a 2 count. Swagger continued to dominate after Christian sent him to the outside. Christian and Swagger fought on the apron, with Swagger eventually able to knock Christian down as he got on the corner ropes. In the ring, the two competitors continued battling, with Christian eventually able to use his finisher the Kill Switch as a counter attack on Swagger. Christian scored the winning pinfall, earning him the ECW Championship!
Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat vs. Chris Jericho
Ricky Steamboat looked good back in the ring to wrestle his first singles match in 15 years time. At one point, the Dragon was able to run and dive out of the ring onto Jericho. There was some great back and forth action, and the crowd once again was behind the WWE Hall of Famer chanting "You still got it!" One exciting moment in the match saw Jericho and Steamboat battling up on the ring corner, with The Dragon able to hit the Superplex on Jericho. After failed pin attempts by Steamboat, Jericho eventually went for the Walls of Jericho. Steamboat countered it and locked a Figure Four on Jericho, but he was able to grab the ropes to break it. The two men battled out on the apron, with Steamboat getting the better of Jericho by tossing him back inside the ring, then flying off the corner for a bodypress. Despite Steamboat having the crowd behind him, Jericho was able to counter Steamboat's pinfall attempt with the Walls of Jericho to make The Dragon tap out. Chris Jericho wins via submission over Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat.
CM Punk vs. Kane
The Punk-Kane match had plenty of back and forth action with both competitors trading moves and offensive attacks. At one point, Punk hit his Suicide dive onto Kane on the outside. At another point, Kane tossed CM Punk against the steel ringpost outside the ring, then tried for a pin back inside. The match continued with both men getting 2 counts. Punk went for GTS, but Kane countered, so Punk countered to hit a running Bulldog on the Big Red Machine. In the end though, despite Punk countering a chokeslam with kicks to Kane, Kane responded by hitting the Chokeslam anyways. Kane scores the winning pinfall over Mr. Money in the Bank 2009.
Jeff Hardy vs. Matt Hardy (I Quit Match)
Even though they may have been separated by the WWE Draft which brought Matt to Raw, the Hardy brothers took their feud to a new level as they battled in a grueling "I Quit" match. Early on, it was Jeff in control as he smashed Matt's head into the turnbuckle, threw him into a guard rail outside the ring and jumped at him from off the steel steps. Back in the ring, Jeff continued his attack, eventually putting a sleeper on his brother. Matt tossed him off, and was able to knock Jeff to the outside. Back in the ring, Matt locked on a Figure Four to wear his brother down by submission. The brothers exchanged submission holds, and both refused to quit when asked by the referee. At another point in the intense matchup, Jeff connected on a Twist of Fate on his brother, followed by a Swanton Bomb off the top rope. Jeff hit a second Swanton, but Matt still refused to quit.
Eventually, a table was brought into play in the match as well as duct tape, which Jeff used to duct tape Matt Hardy's legs and hands together. Jeff then grabbed a rope and tied Matt down to the table, then set up a ladder in the ring. Jeff climbed the ladder and was ready to dive off onto Matt on the table, but Matt started talking to his brother on the mic. Matt tried to convince Jeff to stop saying their parents wouldn't approve of all this. Eventually, Matt told Jeff he quit, so that Jeff wouldn't jump on him from the ladder. Jeff picks up a much needed victory over his brother, and then after the match jumps onto Matt anyways. Jeff Hardy wins the I Quit match over Matt Hardy.
Santina Marella on Khali Kiss Cam
As Santina came to the ring for the Khali Kiss Cam she revealed to Great Khali that she truly was in love with commentator Jim Ross. Khali's translator Singh said Khali had no idea but totally understands, but wanted proof of Santina's love. Singh said Khali asked Santina to prove her love for JR by kissing him. JR refused to kiss Santina and was taunted by his fellow commentators. Eventually, Rosa Mendes and Beth Phoenix arrived down to the ring. Beth challenged Santina right there for the Miss Wrestlemania crown, and insulted Great Khali in the process. Khali took exception and knocked Beth down to the mat. The bell promptly rang allowing Santina to cover the already knocked out Beth Phoenix. Santina Marella wins via pinfall over Beth Phoenix to retain Miss Wrestlemania crown.
Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes & Ted Dibiase vs. Triple H, Shane McMahon & Batista
(WWE Title Six Man Tag Match)
With the WWE Title on the line, Shane McMahon was being dominated by Legacy in the ring as they tried to keep him away from Batista and HHH. Shane eventually broke away and was able to tag in Triple H who had serious momentum as Randy Orton also tagged in. Triple H was able to hit a Facebuster on Orton, and eventually a Spinebuster for the attempted pinfall. Ted Dibiase rushed in to make the save. Batista also got involved and ended up going to the outside against Legacy. Meanwhile in the ring The Game continued going after Orton while on the outside, Rhodes knocked out Shane McMahon with a steel chair. Next Batista was hit by the chair. Triple H tried to get a chair from Batista to use on Orton, but to no avail. Orton was able to RKO The Game, and then delivered a vicious Punt kick to seal his victory, becoming the new WWE Champion. Randy Orton wins by pinfall over Triple H to become new WWE Champion.
Edge vs. John Cena (World Heavyweight Title Last Man Standing match)
With Cena's World Heavyweight Championship on the line, a Last Man Standing Match would determine who would be the champion after Backlash. Both Cena and Edge sacrificed their bodies in this one, using the steel steps against one another. At one point, Cena made Edge tap out in the STF, but the match had to be won by the ref counting one man down for 10. Edge was able to counter the Attitude Adjustment with a Spear, and the ref began to count both men down again.
The match continued as things eventually spilled to the outside, with Cena able to hit the Attitude Adjustment on Edge into the crowd. Edge still managed to get up at 9 to Cena's surprise. Things continued on the arena stairs, with Cena hitting a running Bulldog. They eventually got to the ramp where Edge DDT'd Cena down, then smashed a chair on him several times. Despite all that, Cena managed to answer the ref count by 9. Edge went for a Spear to finish Cena off, but Cena countered and went for the Attitude Adjustment. Suddenly, the Big Show arrived out to interfere in the match. Show grabbed Cena and chokeslammed him through a nearby light, causing it to explode. Cena was counted down for 10, making Edge the new World Heavyweight Champion. Afterwards, John Cena was taken out by stretcher with a neckbrace on.
Edge wins the Last Man Standing match over John Cena to become new World Heavyweight Champion.
The first official match of the night saw Captain Charisma trying to take the ECW title away from the All-American American. Swagger was dominating Christian early on, but both men displayed great skills on the mat. It seemed each time Christian was on the offense, Swagger quickly regained control again. At one point, Swagger went for the Gutwrench Powerbomb, but Christian countered and DDT'd the champ for a 2 count. Swagger continued to dominate after Christian sent him to the outside. Christian and Swagger fought on the apron, with Swagger eventually able to knock Christian down as he got on the corner ropes. In the ring, the two competitors continued battling, with Christian eventually able to use his finisher the Kill Switch as a counter attack on Swagger. Christian scored the winning pinfall, earning him the ECW Championship!
Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat vs. Chris Jericho
Ricky Steamboat looked good back in the ring to wrestle his first singles match in 15 years time. At one point, the Dragon was able to run and dive out of the ring onto Jericho. There was some great back and forth action, and the crowd once again was behind the WWE Hall of Famer chanting "You still got it!" One exciting moment in the match saw Jericho and Steamboat battling up on the ring corner, with The Dragon able to hit the Superplex on Jericho. After failed pin attempts by Steamboat, Jericho eventually went for the Walls of Jericho. Steamboat countered it and locked a Figure Four on Jericho, but he was able to grab the ropes to break it. The two men battled out on the apron, with Steamboat getting the better of Jericho by tossing him back inside the ring, then flying off the corner for a bodypress. Despite Steamboat having the crowd behind him, Jericho was able to counter Steamboat's pinfall attempt with the Walls of Jericho to make The Dragon tap out. Chris Jericho wins via submission over Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat.
CM Punk vs. Kane
The Punk-Kane match had plenty of back and forth action with both competitors trading moves and offensive attacks. At one point, Punk hit his Suicide dive onto Kane on the outside. At another point, Kane tossed CM Punk against the steel ringpost outside the ring, then tried for a pin back inside. The match continued with both men getting 2 counts. Punk went for GTS, but Kane countered, so Punk countered to hit a running Bulldog on the Big Red Machine. In the end though, despite Punk countering a chokeslam with kicks to Kane, Kane responded by hitting the Chokeslam anyways. Kane scores the winning pinfall over Mr. Money in the Bank 2009.
Jeff Hardy vs. Matt Hardy (I Quit Match)
Even though they may have been separated by the WWE Draft which brought Matt to Raw, the Hardy brothers took their feud to a new level as they battled in a grueling "I Quit" match. Early on, it was Jeff in control as he smashed Matt's head into the turnbuckle, threw him into a guard rail outside the ring and jumped at him from off the steel steps. Back in the ring, Jeff continued his attack, eventually putting a sleeper on his brother. Matt tossed him off, and was able to knock Jeff to the outside. Back in the ring, Matt locked on a Figure Four to wear his brother down by submission. The brothers exchanged submission holds, and both refused to quit when asked by the referee. At another point in the intense matchup, Jeff connected on a Twist of Fate on his brother, followed by a Swanton Bomb off the top rope. Jeff hit a second Swanton, but Matt still refused to quit.
Eventually, a table was brought into play in the match as well as duct tape, which Jeff used to duct tape Matt Hardy's legs and hands together. Jeff then grabbed a rope and tied Matt down to the table, then set up a ladder in the ring. Jeff climbed the ladder and was ready to dive off onto Matt on the table, but Matt started talking to his brother on the mic. Matt tried to convince Jeff to stop saying their parents wouldn't approve of all this. Eventually, Matt told Jeff he quit, so that Jeff wouldn't jump on him from the ladder. Jeff picks up a much needed victory over his brother, and then after the match jumps onto Matt anyways. Jeff Hardy wins the I Quit match over Matt Hardy.
Santina Marella on Khali Kiss Cam
As Santina came to the ring for the Khali Kiss Cam she revealed to Great Khali that she truly was in love with commentator Jim Ross. Khali's translator Singh said Khali had no idea but totally understands, but wanted proof of Santina's love. Singh said Khali asked Santina to prove her love for JR by kissing him. JR refused to kiss Santina and was taunted by his fellow commentators. Eventually, Rosa Mendes and Beth Phoenix arrived down to the ring. Beth challenged Santina right there for the Miss Wrestlemania crown, and insulted Great Khali in the process. Khali took exception and knocked Beth down to the mat. The bell promptly rang allowing Santina to cover the already knocked out Beth Phoenix. Santina Marella wins via pinfall over Beth Phoenix to retain Miss Wrestlemania crown.
Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes & Ted Dibiase vs. Triple H, Shane McMahon & Batista
(WWE Title Six Man Tag Match)
With the WWE Title on the line, Shane McMahon was being dominated by Legacy in the ring as they tried to keep him away from Batista and HHH. Shane eventually broke away and was able to tag in Triple H who had serious momentum as Randy Orton also tagged in. Triple H was able to hit a Facebuster on Orton, and eventually a Spinebuster for the attempted pinfall. Ted Dibiase rushed in to make the save. Batista also got involved and ended up going to the outside against Legacy. Meanwhile in the ring The Game continued going after Orton while on the outside, Rhodes knocked out Shane McMahon with a steel chair. Next Batista was hit by the chair. Triple H tried to get a chair from Batista to use on Orton, but to no avail. Orton was able to RKO The Game, and then delivered a vicious Punt kick to seal his victory, becoming the new WWE Champion. Randy Orton wins by pinfall over Triple H to become new WWE Champion.
Edge vs. John Cena (World Heavyweight Title Last Man Standing match)
With Cena's World Heavyweight Championship on the line, a Last Man Standing Match would determine who would be the champion after Backlash. Both Cena and Edge sacrificed their bodies in this one, using the steel steps against one another. At one point, Cena made Edge tap out in the STF, but the match had to be won by the ref counting one man down for 10. Edge was able to counter the Attitude Adjustment with a Spear, and the ref began to count both men down again.
The match continued as things eventually spilled to the outside, with Cena able to hit the Attitude Adjustment on Edge into the crowd. Edge still managed to get up at 9 to Cena's surprise. Things continued on the arena stairs, with Cena hitting a running Bulldog. They eventually got to the ramp where Edge DDT'd Cena down, then smashed a chair on him several times. Despite all that, Cena managed to answer the ref count by 9. Edge went for a Spear to finish Cena off, but Cena countered and went for the Attitude Adjustment. Suddenly, the Big Show arrived out to interfere in the match. Show grabbed Cena and chokeslammed him through a nearby light, causing it to explode. Cena was counted down for 10, making Edge the new World Heavyweight Champion. Afterwards, John Cena was taken out by stretcher with a neckbrace on.
Edge wins the Last Man Standing match over John Cena to become new World Heavyweight Champion.
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
ECW Results 04-21-09
Josh Matthews and Matt Striker announced that tonight will be the ECW Championship contract signing between Jack Swagger and Christian. Hornswoggle and Finlay came to the ring to kick off the show. Finlay took the mic and held Hornswoggle by his side. Finlay discussed Hornswoggle being drafted to Raw, so tonight will be hist last night on ECW. Finlay handed the mic to Hornswoggle and he excitedly said "I wanna wrestle!" Finlay requested for ECW interim GM Tiffany to put Hornswoggle in a match tonight. Just then, Natalya and Tyson Kidd came out to interrupt.
Tyson Kidd began taunting and joking about Hornswoggle having to leave. Finlay told Kidd that Hornswoggle's a leprechaun, but Kidd's the midget. Natalya began to brag about how Tyson will be the best Hart ever, even surpassing Bret Hart, and told Hornswoggle to run along with his dad. Hornswoggle took exception, ran over and bit Natalya on the backside, causing her to roll out of the ring. Kidd escaped too, and Natalya took the mic, screaming at Hornswoggle that he can have his farewell match against her, tonight.
Hornswoggle vs. Natalya
The match was officially set up by interim ECW GM Tiffany. As the match started, Natalya began to taunt him by putting up her hands for a strength test but out of Horney's reach. Natalya slapped Hornswoggle around a few times, prompting him to run around her and bite her on the backside again. Tyson Kidd jumped onto the apron to try to interfere, but Finlay ran over and swiped his leg, causing Kidd to hit the floor. Natalya shoved Hornswoggle to the mat, then ducked out through the ropes to check on Kidd. Hornswoggle rushed over and rolled up Natalya in a surprise winning pinfall. Hornswoggle wins via pinfall over Natalya.
Backstage, ECW interim GM Tiffany was going over paperwork with someone when Natalya and Tyson Kidd showed up. Natalya started to complain to Tiffany about what Hornswoggle did to her in the ring and said she deserves more respect. Tiffany told them both to calm down and show her some respect. Kidd and Natalya asked for Hornswoggle to be fired, but instead Tiffany put Natalya & Kidd in a match against Hornswoggle & Finlay on WWE Superstars this Thursday, then told them to leave so she could go over a contract signing.
Josh Matthews and Matt Striker introduced the Raw Rebound which covered last night's Triple H vs. Randy Orton No DQ match. It ended with Legacy, Shane McMahon and Batista getting involved. Batista accidentally speared Shane, Triple H confronted Batista over it, but Batista shoved him away to go after Rhodes. Orton stole the win by grabbing HHH for a RKO.
Striker and Matthews discussed the various Backlash matches including Christian vs. ECW Champ Jack Swagger and Cena vs. Edge in a Last Man Standing Match.
Evan Bourne vs. Paul Burchill
Burchill came to the ring accompanied by Katie Lea. Bourne gained control early but as he went to the corner ropes, Katie Lea got on the apron for the distraction. Burchill grabbed him and tossed Bourne to the mat, then took over with power moves. Burchill kept Bourne grounded as he used a shortarm clothesline and then a chinlock on the mat. Burchill knocked Bourne to the corner then ran and delivered two knees into his chest. Burchill continued, using an overhead suplex and a knee drop on Bourne on the mat.
Burchill had Bourne in a headlock on the mat, but Bourne got to the bottom rope. Burchill quickly pulled him away and kept the headlock on. Bourne finally was able to stand up and punch Burchill's midsection to break free. Off the ropes, Bourne kicked Burchill hard several times, then delivered a high kick to knock him down. Bourne ducked a Burchill clothesline to kick Burchill to the outside. As Burchill came back in, Bourne ducked his clothesline then tried for an interesting pinfall opportunity. The match continued with plenty of back and forth action, and Bourne going for the Shooting Starpress, but Burchill got up to punch Bourne on the corner. Paul put Bourne in the Electric Chair, but Bourne used his skills to flip down and toss Burchill with his legs. Bourne finished him off with the Shooting Starpress. Evan Bourne wins via pinfall over Paul Burchill.
A promo was shown for Vladimir Kozlov, kicking, punching, and breaking objects during his training. Kozlov talked about how he dominates everywhere and is looking for the ECW Championship next.
Frankie Sloan vs. Vladimir Kozlov
Kozlov was booked for another squash match on ECW, against London's own, Frankie Sloan. Before the match could start, Kozlov took a mic and began speaking in Russian while the crowd booed. Kozlov then said Russian athletes are superior and will achieve total domination.
Kozlov beat on his lighter opponent early on and delivered a huge boot to knock him to the mat. Vladimir made quick work of the opponent. Kozlov picked up Sloan with one arm and delivered a forceful slam to the mat for the pinfall victory.
ECW Title Match Contract Signing
ECW interim General Manager Tiffany was in the ring and introduced the challenger, Christian first. Christian came out to the roar of the crowd, dressed in street clothes. Next, Tiffany introduced the current ECW Champion, Jack Swagger. Swagger came out all smiles carrying the ECW title on his shoulder and dressed in a gray suit. Swagger and Christian continued in a staredown even though Tiffany asked them to sit. Finally they took their seats, still exchanging glares.
Tiffany told both men to sign off on the match, and that they could make any comments they wanted. Christian went first, signed the contract and slid it over to Swagger still looking at him. Swagger picked up the mic asking Christian where his one liners and wise cracks were, and asked if he had nothing to say. Swagger put the mic down and signed off on it next. Tiffany looked over the contract and nodded, then Swagger started to insult Christian and brag about his success now. Swagger said he's at the top now and achieved success while Christian was out of WWE. Swagger said he can tell just by looking at Christian that Christian realizes Swagger is faster, stronger and better than he is. Swagger told him "you can't beat me", and Christian kept glaring at him.
As Swagger, stood up to leave, Christian finally picked up the mic. Christian said he could make fun of Swagger's suit, haircut and speech impediment but it doesn't mean anything to do all that. Christian said this time Swagger can focus on running his mouth and being "bigger, better and stronger". Christian said he'll focus on this Sunday and Backlash, and making him an ex-ECW Champion. Tiffany thanked both men and left the ring. Swagger showed his ECW belt to Christian, then threw it right at him. Christian got up off the mat, and went at Swagger, with Swagger able to get the upperhand. Swagger delivered a Powerbomb on Christian through the table they signed the contract on. ECW ended with Swagger holding up his title smiling.
Tyson Kidd began taunting and joking about Hornswoggle having to leave. Finlay told Kidd that Hornswoggle's a leprechaun, but Kidd's the midget. Natalya began to brag about how Tyson will be the best Hart ever, even surpassing Bret Hart, and told Hornswoggle to run along with his dad. Hornswoggle took exception, ran over and bit Natalya on the backside, causing her to roll out of the ring. Kidd escaped too, and Natalya took the mic, screaming at Hornswoggle that he can have his farewell match against her, tonight.
Hornswoggle vs. Natalya
The match was officially set up by interim ECW GM Tiffany. As the match started, Natalya began to taunt him by putting up her hands for a strength test but out of Horney's reach. Natalya slapped Hornswoggle around a few times, prompting him to run around her and bite her on the backside again. Tyson Kidd jumped onto the apron to try to interfere, but Finlay ran over and swiped his leg, causing Kidd to hit the floor. Natalya shoved Hornswoggle to the mat, then ducked out through the ropes to check on Kidd. Hornswoggle rushed over and rolled up Natalya in a surprise winning pinfall. Hornswoggle wins via pinfall over Natalya.
Backstage, ECW interim GM Tiffany was going over paperwork with someone when Natalya and Tyson Kidd showed up. Natalya started to complain to Tiffany about what Hornswoggle did to her in the ring and said she deserves more respect. Tiffany told them both to calm down and show her some respect. Kidd and Natalya asked for Hornswoggle to be fired, but instead Tiffany put Natalya & Kidd in a match against Hornswoggle & Finlay on WWE Superstars this Thursday, then told them to leave so she could go over a contract signing.
Josh Matthews and Matt Striker introduced the Raw Rebound which covered last night's Triple H vs. Randy Orton No DQ match. It ended with Legacy, Shane McMahon and Batista getting involved. Batista accidentally speared Shane, Triple H confronted Batista over it, but Batista shoved him away to go after Rhodes. Orton stole the win by grabbing HHH for a RKO.
Striker and Matthews discussed the various Backlash matches including Christian vs. ECW Champ Jack Swagger and Cena vs. Edge in a Last Man Standing Match.
Evan Bourne vs. Paul Burchill
Burchill came to the ring accompanied by Katie Lea. Bourne gained control early but as he went to the corner ropes, Katie Lea got on the apron for the distraction. Burchill grabbed him and tossed Bourne to the mat, then took over with power moves. Burchill kept Bourne grounded as he used a shortarm clothesline and then a chinlock on the mat. Burchill knocked Bourne to the corner then ran and delivered two knees into his chest. Burchill continued, using an overhead suplex and a knee drop on Bourne on the mat.
Burchill had Bourne in a headlock on the mat, but Bourne got to the bottom rope. Burchill quickly pulled him away and kept the headlock on. Bourne finally was able to stand up and punch Burchill's midsection to break free. Off the ropes, Bourne kicked Burchill hard several times, then delivered a high kick to knock him down. Bourne ducked a Burchill clothesline to kick Burchill to the outside. As Burchill came back in, Bourne ducked his clothesline then tried for an interesting pinfall opportunity. The match continued with plenty of back and forth action, and Bourne going for the Shooting Starpress, but Burchill got up to punch Bourne on the corner. Paul put Bourne in the Electric Chair, but Bourne used his skills to flip down and toss Burchill with his legs. Bourne finished him off with the Shooting Starpress. Evan Bourne wins via pinfall over Paul Burchill.
A promo was shown for Vladimir Kozlov, kicking, punching, and breaking objects during his training. Kozlov talked about how he dominates everywhere and is looking for the ECW Championship next.
Frankie Sloan vs. Vladimir Kozlov
Kozlov was booked for another squash match on ECW, against London's own, Frankie Sloan. Before the match could start, Kozlov took a mic and began speaking in Russian while the crowd booed. Kozlov then said Russian athletes are superior and will achieve total domination.
Kozlov beat on his lighter opponent early on and delivered a huge boot to knock him to the mat. Vladimir made quick work of the opponent. Kozlov picked up Sloan with one arm and delivered a forceful slam to the mat for the pinfall victory.
ECW Title Match Contract Signing
ECW interim General Manager Tiffany was in the ring and introduced the challenger, Christian first. Christian came out to the roar of the crowd, dressed in street clothes. Next, Tiffany introduced the current ECW Champion, Jack Swagger. Swagger came out all smiles carrying the ECW title on his shoulder and dressed in a gray suit. Swagger and Christian continued in a staredown even though Tiffany asked them to sit. Finally they took their seats, still exchanging glares.
Tiffany told both men to sign off on the match, and that they could make any comments they wanted. Christian went first, signed the contract and slid it over to Swagger still looking at him. Swagger picked up the mic asking Christian where his one liners and wise cracks were, and asked if he had nothing to say. Swagger put the mic down and signed off on it next. Tiffany looked over the contract and nodded, then Swagger started to insult Christian and brag about his success now. Swagger said he's at the top now and achieved success while Christian was out of WWE. Swagger said he can tell just by looking at Christian that Christian realizes Swagger is faster, stronger and better than he is. Swagger told him "you can't beat me", and Christian kept glaring at him.
As Swagger, stood up to leave, Christian finally picked up the mic. Christian said he could make fun of Swagger's suit, haircut and speech impediment but it doesn't mean anything to do all that. Christian said this time Swagger can focus on running his mouth and being "bigger, better and stronger". Christian said he'll focus on this Sunday and Backlash, and making him an ex-ECW Champion. Tiffany thanked both men and left the ring. Swagger showed his ECW belt to Christian, then threw it right at him. Christian got up off the mat, and went at Swagger, with Swagger able to get the upperhand. Swagger delivered a Powerbomb on Christian through the table they signed the contract on. ECW ended with Swagger holding up his title smiling.
Monday, April 20, 2009
Raw Results 04-20-09
Michael Cole and Jerry Lawler welcomed fans to London, England and reminded everyone of tonight's No DQ match between Triple H and Randy Orton. Lillian Garcia introduced Chris Jericho who arrived out to the ring in a business suit. Lawler and Michael Cole promoted "The Wrestler" DVD starring Mickey Rourke which is on sale Tuesday.
Jericho discussed how he felt isolated amongst all the parasites and liars of WWE Raw. Jericho said he feels much better now that he's been drafted to Smackdown, since tonight will be his last appearance ever for Raw. Jericho said without him on Raw things won't be so good, and fans will be begging for his return 6 months later, but he won't do it. Jericho said he was done and prepared to leave the ring, but just then Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat arrived out to confront him.
Steamboat told Jericho he was wrong and that during Wrestlemania weekend the fans showed him plenty of appreciation. Steamboat thanked Jericho for bringing back a feeling he hasn't felt in some time; the passion to perform. The Dragon said if not for Jericho, he'd never have been at Wrestlemania or back on Raw. Jericho began accusing Steamboat of trying to bask in the spotlight one more time. Jericho said both Steamboat and the fans are delusional. Jericho challenged Steamboat to a one-on-one match for Backlash. Before Steamboat could accept, John Cena's music hit and the champ arrived to the ring.
Jericho told Cena he's done with him and Raw, so he doesn't care what he has to say. Jericho said his last act on Raw will be a walkout on Cena. Jericho exited the ring to fans chanting "Na Na Na Na, Hey Hey, Good-bye". As Jericho was halfway up the ramp, Steamboat told him he accepted. Jericho smirked as he started to walk again. Cena stopped him and said he wasn't there to defend Steamboat, but instead to tell Jericho that he'll be wrestling tonight, against Cena.
Michael Cole said Rey Mysterio's final appearance tonight will be one-on-one with Big Show.
Chavo Guerrero was in the ring to let fans know he'd officially been drafted to Raw. Chavo thanked Vickie the new GM of Raw, and said he would prove to her he can push around anyone on the Raw roster. Just then, Batista's music hit and The Animal arrived onto the ramp as the crowd went wild.
Batista vs. Chavo Guerrero
After the bell rang the two men stared at each other from across the ring. Chavo charged at Batista full force, but met a boot which leveled him. Batista picked up Chavo quickly and hit the Batista Bomb, then scored the winning pinfall. Batista wins via pinfall over Chavo Guerrero.
As Batista was heading up the ramp, Chavo got on the mic and began apologizing to his Aunt Vickie for the loss, saying he wasn't ready. Chavo tried to pull himself up by the ropes, as Batista headed back to the ring. Chavo got up and saw Batista there, then told him he was ready. Batista wasn't having it and grabbed Chavo for another Batista Bomb.
Backstage, Shane walked up to Batista to congratulate him on the victory. Batista began saying last week things got out of control. Shane said he wanted to make sure they're on the same page for Backlash. The two had a brief exchange about last week's incident where Batista shoved Shane, and Shane dropkicked him out of the ring.
CM Punk vs. Kane
Highlights were shown of Kane nearly winning Wrestlemania's MITB match, but CM Punk knocked him off the ladder and grabbed the briefcase. Both of these competitors have now been drafted onto Smackdown. Early on Punk did a Springboard jump off the side ropes at Kane, who caught him with an uppercut. Kane continued the punishment on Punk with a dropkick and headlock. Punk began kicking back and went for the Bulldog, but Kane shoved him away. Punk went for GTS but Kane avoided it and booted him down. Kane prepared for a Chokeslam and grabbed Punk around the throat, but Punk countered it into a rollup pinfall.
Santino Marella came down to the ring to discuss how he lost to Khali last week, so his sister will have to kiss Khali on the Kiss Cam for Smackdown. Santino said he wanted to call out his sister Santina to apologize for losing. Santino waited for several moments but Santina wasn't coming out. Her music came on and then Santina appeared on the Titantron. Santino and she began to have a fake exchange, with the taped version eventually speeding up on him. During the promo, Santina tried to say she had a blister on her mouth which would prevent her from having to kiss Khali on Smackdown. Beth Phoenix came to the ring with Rosa Mendes and told Santino she spoke with GM Vickie Guerrero. Vickie said she'd set aside time at Backlash for the Khali Kiss Cam so Santina could still kiss Khali. Santino was angered over this and told Beth she better hope she wins back her Womens title tonight. Melina came down to the ring for the match.
Melina vs. Beth Phoenix (WWE Womens Championship)
With the match underway, Beth grabbed Melina onto her shoulder and powerslammed her to the mat. Beth grabbed Melina up in a Torture Rack type move on her shoulders, with Melina eventually elbowing out. Beth rammed Melina into the corner and then bent her leg back to kick Melina in the head with her own foot.
Melina turned the match back around in her favor. Rosa Mendes got up on the apron to yell at Melina. Melina came over to get in her face and Beth tried to charge at Melina. Melina moved out of the way and Beth rammed into Rosa knocking her off the apron. The distraction allowed Melina to do a Sunset Flip type slam/pin move to defeat Beth and retain her title. Melina wins via pinfall over Beth Phoenix to retain the WWE Women's Championship.
Triple H was shown preparing in the locker room. Shane McMahon came in to shake hands and wish HHH good luck. Shane reminded HHH they need to be careful at Backlash because if HHH loses his cool and gets counted out or DQ'd, then he loses the title to Orton. Triple H told Shane it won't be a problem because he'll get all his anger out tonight.
Chris Jericho was shown walking backstage ready for his match against Cena.
As Raw returned Michael Cole and Jerry Lawler discussed the upcoming Backlash PPV in Providence, Rhode Island, with Cena versus Edge in a Last Man Standing Match.
John Cena vs. Chris Jericho
Early on Jericho started on Cena in the corner kicking him and punching him. Jericho slammed Cena back, then started taunting him. After knocking Cena down off the ropes, Jericho kicked him in the midsection and kept up the taunting. Cena tried to mount a comeback, but Jericho stayed in control, again knocking him down.
At one point the crowd really got into it as Cena and Jericho exchanged punch after punch. Cena hit the Five Knuckle Shuffle and went for the Attitude Adjustment. Jericho countered it to DDT Cena to the mat, but failed at the pinfall. Cena got onto the apron at one moment, and Jericho tried to jump off the corner at him. Cena caught him on his shoulders, but Jericho elbowed out then jumped with Cena from the apron, smashing Cena into the steps. Both men were layed out outside the ring as Raw went to commercial.
When Raw returned Jericho again had regained control in the ring. Jericho went for Walls of Jericho but Cena countered to flip him away with his legs. Cena again tried to hoist Jericho up, but this time from the corner. Jericho got him into the Electric Chair and slammed Cena back. Cena went for he Lionsault off the ropes but missed. Again Cena got Jericho up and was going for the Attitude Adjustment, but Jericho flipped off, then hit the Codebreaker. Jericho had a near fall, and the match continued. Jericho was able to lock in the Walls of Jericho eventually, causing Cena excruciating pain. Cena was able to counter it and flip Jericho off of the hold. Cena locked on the STF but Jericho pulled his way to the ropes. Cena stood up to pull him back, but Jericho got up and hit a spin kick to Cena's head.
Cena and Jericho got up on the corner with Cena trying for a suplex. Jericho kept trying to fight out. Suddenly, Edge rushed to the ring and got on the apron, then shoved both men. Jericho went flying off to the outside, and Cena fell to the mat. From there, Edge beat on Cena and eventually Speared him down. With Cena KO'd, Edge went to the outside and retrieved two chairs, then positioned one under Cena's head. Edge delivered the Con-Chairto, and then did a promo for the Last Man Standing match, counting to 10 to show how he'd beat Cena for the title.
Footage was shown from during the break from the aftermath of Edge's attack on Cena. Several referees had to help Cena from the ring and up the ramp.
Rey Mysterio vs. Big Show
Highlights were shown from the Jeff Hardy vs Big Show match on Smackdown. Jeff was making a strong comeback but his brother Matt came to the ring and attacked, preventing a win.
Early on, Big Show completely manhandled his smaller opponent, leveling Mysterio then lifting him to the corner for a hard chest slap. Mysterio fell to the outside with Show smirking in the ring. Rey got into the ring and began using his quickness. Rey was able to hit a 619 and kick Big Show in the spine. Again, Rey used his speed and knocked Show into the ropes. Rey quickly went for the 619, but Show caught his legs. Big Show walked over with Rey in his grasp, then delivered a nasty knockout punch on Rey. With Rey KO'd on the mat, Show took the winning pinfall.
After Show's win, Rey remained on the mat with the referees checking on him. Cole and Lawler looked over highlights. Big Show wins via pinfall over Rey Mysterio.
WWE Slam of the Week showed highlights from Shane McMahon versus Cody Rhodes on WWE Superstars last Thursday. Shane was DQ'd for bashing a steel chair on Rhodes. With the match over, Shane went Coast to Coast to kick a trash can into Rhodes in the corner.
Cole and Lawler reviewed Batista's victory over Ted Dibiase on Smackdown. Dibiase was shown in the locker room as Rhodes asked him how his back was. Rhodes and Dibiase discussed their Backlash match, but Dibiase started to make a point that their leader needs to be a champion. Orton came in just then to interrupt and talked about why they will be the winning team at Backlash. Orton also guaranteed that he'd beat Triple H tonight.
Triple H vs. Randy Orton (No DQ Match)
The two future Backlash opponents met in a Wrestlemania rematch. Early on, Triple H began his venting as he took Randy Orton to the mat and continued to pummel him. HHH knocked Orton to the outside, but as he went out, Orton gained the upperhand. Triple H turned things around as he whipped Orton into the crowd barrier. HHH ripped the cover of the commentators' table and began punching Orton on top of it. Orton counted by smashing HHH's head into the table. Orton brought a trash can over to go at HHH, but HHH kicked him. The two countered each other back and forth, and eventually took things back into the ring.
Triple H made a comeback with a high knee to Orton off the ropes and eventually clotheslined Orton to the outside. Orton stumbled around and grabbed a trash can, then hid by the side apron. HHH came over to grab him and Orton smashed the trash can into his skull, causing HHH to hit the mat. Raw went to commercial break.
Raw returned with Orton in control as he whipped HHH into the steel steps. With HHH back in the ring, Orton grabbed the steel steps and brought them in to smash into HHH's head. HHH barely got his arm out as Orton tried to pin him for 3. Orton continued trying to destroy Triple H, and set him up for a DDT onto some steel steps outside the ring. HHH managed to counter it and slammed Orton's back onto the steps. Back in the ring, HHH regained control and punched away at Orton, then drove Orton's face into his knee.
The Game tried to put Orton away with a steel chair, but Orton countered him and DDT'd HHH into the chair. Orton stumbled to the corner and prepared for the Punt kick. HHH avoided it and then ran over to clip Orton's leg. HHH then got to the outside and smashed Orton's leg against the ringpost. HHH followed with a huge chair shot to Orton's leg. Triple H got back in the ring to eventually slap a Figure Four leglock on Orton. Orton withstood it and got to the ropes to break things up.
As Triple H continued trying to destroy Orton, he used a steel chair to put around Orton's ankle. All of a sudden, Legacy rushed to the ring to attack HHH. Shane rushed down next to try to make a save, but he was soon overpowered. Then, Batista rushed down to try to help. Batista seemed to clear the ring, but at one point he became blinded. Batista went for a spear on Cody Rhodes but instead got Shane McMahon. Triple H saw it and confronted Batista. Batista told him it was an accident, then shoved HHH to the side as Ted Dibiase came at them. Batista knocked Dibiase out of the way. As the melee continued, Shane and Batista both were knocked outside with Rhodes and Dibiase. Orton capitalized on the distractions and hit an RKO on HHH to win it.
Jericho discussed how he felt isolated amongst all the parasites and liars of WWE Raw. Jericho said he feels much better now that he's been drafted to Smackdown, since tonight will be his last appearance ever for Raw. Jericho said without him on Raw things won't be so good, and fans will be begging for his return 6 months later, but he won't do it. Jericho said he was done and prepared to leave the ring, but just then Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat arrived out to confront him.
Steamboat told Jericho he was wrong and that during Wrestlemania weekend the fans showed him plenty of appreciation. Steamboat thanked Jericho for bringing back a feeling he hasn't felt in some time; the passion to perform. The Dragon said if not for Jericho, he'd never have been at Wrestlemania or back on Raw. Jericho began accusing Steamboat of trying to bask in the spotlight one more time. Jericho said both Steamboat and the fans are delusional. Jericho challenged Steamboat to a one-on-one match for Backlash. Before Steamboat could accept, John Cena's music hit and the champ arrived to the ring.
Jericho told Cena he's done with him and Raw, so he doesn't care what he has to say. Jericho said his last act on Raw will be a walkout on Cena. Jericho exited the ring to fans chanting "Na Na Na Na, Hey Hey, Good-bye". As Jericho was halfway up the ramp, Steamboat told him he accepted. Jericho smirked as he started to walk again. Cena stopped him and said he wasn't there to defend Steamboat, but instead to tell Jericho that he'll be wrestling tonight, against Cena.
Michael Cole said Rey Mysterio's final appearance tonight will be one-on-one with Big Show.
Chavo Guerrero was in the ring to let fans know he'd officially been drafted to Raw. Chavo thanked Vickie the new GM of Raw, and said he would prove to her he can push around anyone on the Raw roster. Just then, Batista's music hit and The Animal arrived onto the ramp as the crowd went wild.
Batista vs. Chavo Guerrero
After the bell rang the two men stared at each other from across the ring. Chavo charged at Batista full force, but met a boot which leveled him. Batista picked up Chavo quickly and hit the Batista Bomb, then scored the winning pinfall. Batista wins via pinfall over Chavo Guerrero.
As Batista was heading up the ramp, Chavo got on the mic and began apologizing to his Aunt Vickie for the loss, saying he wasn't ready. Chavo tried to pull himself up by the ropes, as Batista headed back to the ring. Chavo got up and saw Batista there, then told him he was ready. Batista wasn't having it and grabbed Chavo for another Batista Bomb.
Backstage, Shane walked up to Batista to congratulate him on the victory. Batista began saying last week things got out of control. Shane said he wanted to make sure they're on the same page for Backlash. The two had a brief exchange about last week's incident where Batista shoved Shane, and Shane dropkicked him out of the ring.
CM Punk vs. Kane
Highlights were shown of Kane nearly winning Wrestlemania's MITB match, but CM Punk knocked him off the ladder and grabbed the briefcase. Both of these competitors have now been drafted onto Smackdown. Early on Punk did a Springboard jump off the side ropes at Kane, who caught him with an uppercut. Kane continued the punishment on Punk with a dropkick and headlock. Punk began kicking back and went for the Bulldog, but Kane shoved him away. Punk went for GTS but Kane avoided it and booted him down. Kane prepared for a Chokeslam and grabbed Punk around the throat, but Punk countered it into a rollup pinfall.
Santino Marella came down to the ring to discuss how he lost to Khali last week, so his sister will have to kiss Khali on the Kiss Cam for Smackdown. Santino said he wanted to call out his sister Santina to apologize for losing. Santino waited for several moments but Santina wasn't coming out. Her music came on and then Santina appeared on the Titantron. Santino and she began to have a fake exchange, with the taped version eventually speeding up on him. During the promo, Santina tried to say she had a blister on her mouth which would prevent her from having to kiss Khali on Smackdown. Beth Phoenix came to the ring with Rosa Mendes and told Santino she spoke with GM Vickie Guerrero. Vickie said she'd set aside time at Backlash for the Khali Kiss Cam so Santina could still kiss Khali. Santino was angered over this and told Beth she better hope she wins back her Womens title tonight. Melina came down to the ring for the match.
Melina vs. Beth Phoenix (WWE Womens Championship)
With the match underway, Beth grabbed Melina onto her shoulder and powerslammed her to the mat. Beth grabbed Melina up in a Torture Rack type move on her shoulders, with Melina eventually elbowing out. Beth rammed Melina into the corner and then bent her leg back to kick Melina in the head with her own foot.
Melina turned the match back around in her favor. Rosa Mendes got up on the apron to yell at Melina. Melina came over to get in her face and Beth tried to charge at Melina. Melina moved out of the way and Beth rammed into Rosa knocking her off the apron. The distraction allowed Melina to do a Sunset Flip type slam/pin move to defeat Beth and retain her title. Melina wins via pinfall over Beth Phoenix to retain the WWE Women's Championship.
Triple H was shown preparing in the locker room. Shane McMahon came in to shake hands and wish HHH good luck. Shane reminded HHH they need to be careful at Backlash because if HHH loses his cool and gets counted out or DQ'd, then he loses the title to Orton. Triple H told Shane it won't be a problem because he'll get all his anger out tonight.
Chris Jericho was shown walking backstage ready for his match against Cena.
As Raw returned Michael Cole and Jerry Lawler discussed the upcoming Backlash PPV in Providence, Rhode Island, with Cena versus Edge in a Last Man Standing Match.
John Cena vs. Chris Jericho
Early on Jericho started on Cena in the corner kicking him and punching him. Jericho slammed Cena back, then started taunting him. After knocking Cena down off the ropes, Jericho kicked him in the midsection and kept up the taunting. Cena tried to mount a comeback, but Jericho stayed in control, again knocking him down.
At one point the crowd really got into it as Cena and Jericho exchanged punch after punch. Cena hit the Five Knuckle Shuffle and went for the Attitude Adjustment. Jericho countered it to DDT Cena to the mat, but failed at the pinfall. Cena got onto the apron at one moment, and Jericho tried to jump off the corner at him. Cena caught him on his shoulders, but Jericho elbowed out then jumped with Cena from the apron, smashing Cena into the steps. Both men were layed out outside the ring as Raw went to commercial.
When Raw returned Jericho again had regained control in the ring. Jericho went for Walls of Jericho but Cena countered to flip him away with his legs. Cena again tried to hoist Jericho up, but this time from the corner. Jericho got him into the Electric Chair and slammed Cena back. Cena went for he Lionsault off the ropes but missed. Again Cena got Jericho up and was going for the Attitude Adjustment, but Jericho flipped off, then hit the Codebreaker. Jericho had a near fall, and the match continued. Jericho was able to lock in the Walls of Jericho eventually, causing Cena excruciating pain. Cena was able to counter it and flip Jericho off of the hold. Cena locked on the STF but Jericho pulled his way to the ropes. Cena stood up to pull him back, but Jericho got up and hit a spin kick to Cena's head.
Cena and Jericho got up on the corner with Cena trying for a suplex. Jericho kept trying to fight out. Suddenly, Edge rushed to the ring and got on the apron, then shoved both men. Jericho went flying off to the outside, and Cena fell to the mat. From there, Edge beat on Cena and eventually Speared him down. With Cena KO'd, Edge went to the outside and retrieved two chairs, then positioned one under Cena's head. Edge delivered the Con-Chairto, and then did a promo for the Last Man Standing match, counting to 10 to show how he'd beat Cena for the title.
Footage was shown from during the break from the aftermath of Edge's attack on Cena. Several referees had to help Cena from the ring and up the ramp.
Rey Mysterio vs. Big Show
Highlights were shown from the Jeff Hardy vs Big Show match on Smackdown. Jeff was making a strong comeback but his brother Matt came to the ring and attacked, preventing a win.
Early on, Big Show completely manhandled his smaller opponent, leveling Mysterio then lifting him to the corner for a hard chest slap. Mysterio fell to the outside with Show smirking in the ring. Rey got into the ring and began using his quickness. Rey was able to hit a 619 and kick Big Show in the spine. Again, Rey used his speed and knocked Show into the ropes. Rey quickly went for the 619, but Show caught his legs. Big Show walked over with Rey in his grasp, then delivered a nasty knockout punch on Rey. With Rey KO'd on the mat, Show took the winning pinfall.
After Show's win, Rey remained on the mat with the referees checking on him. Cole and Lawler looked over highlights. Big Show wins via pinfall over Rey Mysterio.
WWE Slam of the Week showed highlights from Shane McMahon versus Cody Rhodes on WWE Superstars last Thursday. Shane was DQ'd for bashing a steel chair on Rhodes. With the match over, Shane went Coast to Coast to kick a trash can into Rhodes in the corner.
Cole and Lawler reviewed Batista's victory over Ted Dibiase on Smackdown. Dibiase was shown in the locker room as Rhodes asked him how his back was. Rhodes and Dibiase discussed their Backlash match, but Dibiase started to make a point that their leader needs to be a champion. Orton came in just then to interrupt and talked about why they will be the winning team at Backlash. Orton also guaranteed that he'd beat Triple H tonight.
Triple H vs. Randy Orton (No DQ Match)
The two future Backlash opponents met in a Wrestlemania rematch. Early on, Triple H began his venting as he took Randy Orton to the mat and continued to pummel him. HHH knocked Orton to the outside, but as he went out, Orton gained the upperhand. Triple H turned things around as he whipped Orton into the crowd barrier. HHH ripped the cover of the commentators' table and began punching Orton on top of it. Orton counted by smashing HHH's head into the table. Orton brought a trash can over to go at HHH, but HHH kicked him. The two countered each other back and forth, and eventually took things back into the ring.
Triple H made a comeback with a high knee to Orton off the ropes and eventually clotheslined Orton to the outside. Orton stumbled around and grabbed a trash can, then hid by the side apron. HHH came over to grab him and Orton smashed the trash can into his skull, causing HHH to hit the mat. Raw went to commercial break.
Raw returned with Orton in control as he whipped HHH into the steel steps. With HHH back in the ring, Orton grabbed the steel steps and brought them in to smash into HHH's head. HHH barely got his arm out as Orton tried to pin him for 3. Orton continued trying to destroy Triple H, and set him up for a DDT onto some steel steps outside the ring. HHH managed to counter it and slammed Orton's back onto the steps. Back in the ring, HHH regained control and punched away at Orton, then drove Orton's face into his knee.
The Game tried to put Orton away with a steel chair, but Orton countered him and DDT'd HHH into the chair. Orton stumbled to the corner and prepared for the Punt kick. HHH avoided it and then ran over to clip Orton's leg. HHH then got to the outside and smashed Orton's leg against the ringpost. HHH followed with a huge chair shot to Orton's leg. Triple H got back in the ring to eventually slap a Figure Four leglock on Orton. Orton withstood it and got to the ropes to break things up.
As Triple H continued trying to destroy Orton, he used a steel chair to put around Orton's ankle. All of a sudden, Legacy rushed to the ring to attack HHH. Shane rushed down next to try to make a save, but he was soon overpowered. Then, Batista rushed down to try to help. Batista seemed to clear the ring, but at one point he became blinded. Batista went for a spear on Cody Rhodes but instead got Shane McMahon. Triple H saw it and confronted Batista. Batista told him it was an accident, then shoved HHH to the side as Ted Dibiase came at them. Batista knocked Dibiase out of the way. As the melee continued, Shane and Batista both were knocked outside with Rhodes and Dibiase. Orton capitalized on the distractions and hit an RKO on HHH to win it.
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
ECW Results 04-14-09
Josh Matthews and Matt Striker welcomed fans to the arena, and reminded everyone of the ECW Championship Chase match for tonight, a Triple Threat between Christian, Finlay and Tommy Dreamer. John Morrison made his way out for the opening match. Highlights were shown of how Morrison interfered in The Miz' match against Kofi Kingston on last night's Raw, resulting in Raw getting a draft pick, and The Miz being selected. Morrison offered Miz a handshake and hug, but then Miz turned on him and slammed Morrison to the mat.
Evan Bourne vs. John Morrison
Morrison faced off in singles action for his first time since the breakup of he and The Miz during last night's WWE Draft. This was a back and forth matchup that saw both men control the momentum at times with all sorts of maneuvers. There were plenty of headlocks, knees, shoulder blocks and submission holds. In one instance, Bourne fell onto the side apron and as he tried to pull himself up with the bottom rope, Morrison ran over and kneed him off the apron. At another point in the ring, Morrison went to run against the ropes, but Bourne ran over and bodypressed onto him, causing both men to spill outside the ring. After a failed pinfall in the ring, Bourne began to repeatedly kick away at Morrison's chest to knock him onto the mat.
As Bourne had things in control he pulled Morrison towards the corner, then climbed the top turnbuckle for the Shooting Starpress. Morrison quickly got up, charged over and delivered a roundhouse kick to Bourne's head, causing Bourne to fall and hang down in the corner. Morrison went over, grabbed Bourne and completed the Moonlight Drive from the corner, then took the winning pinfall. John Morrison wins via pinfall over Evan Bourne.
David Floridia vs. Vladimir Kozlov
Kozlov easily dominated in his debut match on the ECW roster. From the start, Kozlov assaulted Floridia in the corner with punches, chops and kicks. Floridia tried to jump off the corner at one point, but Kozlov just batted him down from the air with both hands. Kozlov threw Floridia over his back across the ring, then did continuous chest bumps before doing a one hand slam to pin Floridia. After the win, Kozlov picked up a mic and delivered a warning to the ECW superstars, partly in Russian and partly in English. Vladimir Kozlov wins via pinfall over David Floridia.
Backstage, Hornswoggle and Finlay were shown preparing for the next matchup.
Striker and Matthews reminded fans that the WWE Supplemental Draft starts tomorrow at 12noon EST on WWE.com.
Backstage, Paul Burchill and Katie Lea discussed the supplemental draft with ECW GM Tiffany. Burchill and Katie Lea were concerned about being separated by the draft. Tiffany said everyone's eligible for the supplemental draft so they'll need to log onto WWE.com to see if they were drafted. Jack Swagger entered the office as Burchill and his sister left. Swagger suggested to Tiffany that he have an exclusive interview on the new Superstars show Thursday night. Tiffany said she already decided to have the finalist in the ECW Championship Chase on, but encouraged Swagger to keep bringing the ideas. Before he left, Tiffany told him she was impressed by his match last night, smiling as Swagger left.
Finlay vs. Christian vs. Tommy Dreamer (Triple Threat ECW Championship Chase match)
The 3 finalists for #1 contender for ECW title faced off in a Triple Threat match, with the losing wrestler being eliminated from the Chase, while the 2 surviving wrestlers will go on to a singles match for the #1 contender spot. The winner of the match goes against Jack Swagger for the ECW title at Backlash.
Finlay gained control against Tommy Dreamer for some time in the ring while Christian had been knocked to the outside. At one point, Christian quickly climbed to the apron after Dreamer slammed Finlay. Christian tried to jump at Dreamer who ducked it then slammed Christian face first onto Finlay on the mat. Finlay continued with momentum as he tried to suplex Christian off the corner, but Tommy Dreamer came over to knock Finlay down and suplex Christian himself.
With Finlay hanging upside down in the corner, Dreamer ran over and dropkicked him. Finlay came right back and knocked Dreamer to the outside then went over to Christian who was down on the mat. Christian had been playing possum and tried to roll up Finlay for the pinfall. From there the action got wild, as each wrestler tried a variety of moves. Christian got tangled up in the ropes as Dreamer worked against Finlay. Finlay countered Dreamer's move and hit the Celtic Cross on him as Christian was stuck in the ropes and could only watch the pinfall happen. With Dreamer eliminated, Finlay and Christian began giving each other looks in the ring.
Finlay wins the Triple Threat match by pinfall over Tommy Dreamer. Dreamer is eliminated from the ECW Championship Chase, while Finlay and Christian will go on to fight for the ECW Title #1 Contender spot.
Evan Bourne vs. John Morrison
Morrison faced off in singles action for his first time since the breakup of he and The Miz during last night's WWE Draft. This was a back and forth matchup that saw both men control the momentum at times with all sorts of maneuvers. There were plenty of headlocks, knees, shoulder blocks and submission holds. In one instance, Bourne fell onto the side apron and as he tried to pull himself up with the bottom rope, Morrison ran over and kneed him off the apron. At another point in the ring, Morrison went to run against the ropes, but Bourne ran over and bodypressed onto him, causing both men to spill outside the ring. After a failed pinfall in the ring, Bourne began to repeatedly kick away at Morrison's chest to knock him onto the mat.
As Bourne had things in control he pulled Morrison towards the corner, then climbed the top turnbuckle for the Shooting Starpress. Morrison quickly got up, charged over and delivered a roundhouse kick to Bourne's head, causing Bourne to fall and hang down in the corner. Morrison went over, grabbed Bourne and completed the Moonlight Drive from the corner, then took the winning pinfall. John Morrison wins via pinfall over Evan Bourne.
David Floridia vs. Vladimir Kozlov
Kozlov easily dominated in his debut match on the ECW roster. From the start, Kozlov assaulted Floridia in the corner with punches, chops and kicks. Floridia tried to jump off the corner at one point, but Kozlov just batted him down from the air with both hands. Kozlov threw Floridia over his back across the ring, then did continuous chest bumps before doing a one hand slam to pin Floridia. After the win, Kozlov picked up a mic and delivered a warning to the ECW superstars, partly in Russian and partly in English. Vladimir Kozlov wins via pinfall over David Floridia.
Backstage, Hornswoggle and Finlay were shown preparing for the next matchup.
Striker and Matthews reminded fans that the WWE Supplemental Draft starts tomorrow at 12noon EST on WWE.com.
Backstage, Paul Burchill and Katie Lea discussed the supplemental draft with ECW GM Tiffany. Burchill and Katie Lea were concerned about being separated by the draft. Tiffany said everyone's eligible for the supplemental draft so they'll need to log onto WWE.com to see if they were drafted. Jack Swagger entered the office as Burchill and his sister left. Swagger suggested to Tiffany that he have an exclusive interview on the new Superstars show Thursday night. Tiffany said she already decided to have the finalist in the ECW Championship Chase on, but encouraged Swagger to keep bringing the ideas. Before he left, Tiffany told him she was impressed by his match last night, smiling as Swagger left.
Finlay vs. Christian vs. Tommy Dreamer (Triple Threat ECW Championship Chase match)
The 3 finalists for #1 contender for ECW title faced off in a Triple Threat match, with the losing wrestler being eliminated from the Chase, while the 2 surviving wrestlers will go on to a singles match for the #1 contender spot. The winner of the match goes against Jack Swagger for the ECW title at Backlash.
Finlay gained control against Tommy Dreamer for some time in the ring while Christian had been knocked to the outside. At one point, Christian quickly climbed to the apron after Dreamer slammed Finlay. Christian tried to jump at Dreamer who ducked it then slammed Christian face first onto Finlay on the mat. Finlay continued with momentum as he tried to suplex Christian off the corner, but Tommy Dreamer came over to knock Finlay down and suplex Christian himself.
With Finlay hanging upside down in the corner, Dreamer ran over and dropkicked him. Finlay came right back and knocked Dreamer to the outside then went over to Christian who was down on the mat. Christian had been playing possum and tried to roll up Finlay for the pinfall. From there the action got wild, as each wrestler tried a variety of moves. Christian got tangled up in the ropes as Dreamer worked against Finlay. Finlay countered Dreamer's move and hit the Celtic Cross on him as Christian was stuck in the ropes and could only watch the pinfall happen. With Dreamer eliminated, Finlay and Christian began giving each other looks in the ring.
Finlay wins the Triple Threat match by pinfall over Tommy Dreamer. Dreamer is eliminated from the ECW Championship Chase, while Finlay and Christian will go on to fight for the ECW Title #1 Contender spot.
Monday, April 13, 2009
2009 WWE Draft
On Monday April 13th, 2009, the WWE presented its annual WWE Draft from Atlanta, Georgia. The 2009 WWE draft was part of a special 3-hour episode of WWE Raw, and featured interbrand matches which pitted superstars of ECW, Raw and Smackdown rosters fighting each other. The winner of each match would earn its respective brand the upcoming draft pick. View the WWE Raw 04.13.09 recap here. Below is a full listing of the 12 draft picks made in their order on Monday Raw's 2009 WWE Draft.
2009 WWE Draft Picks
#1 MVP was drafted to Raw.
#2 Big Show was drafted to Raw.
#3 Melina was drafted to Smackdown.
#4 Matt Hardy was drafted to Raw.
#5 Triple H was drafted to Raw.
#6 CM Punk was drafted to Smackdown.
#7 The Miz was drafted to Raw.
#8 Kane was drafted to Smackdown.
#9 Chris Jericho was drafted to Smackdown.
#10 Vladimir Kozlov was drafted to ECW.
#11 Maryse was drafted to Raw.
#12 Rey Mysterio was drafted to Smackdown.
That completed the first round of the WWE 2009 Draft with several champions trading places amongst the shows. Raw now has the Divas Champion, while Smackdown has the Womens champion. Raw gained the US Champion, while Smackdown gained the Intercontinental Champion. Raw also gained Triple H, making the WWE Raw roster have both major WWE titles amongst its ranks.
There's more moves to come. The 2009 WWE Supplemental draft will start this Wednesday April 15th on WWE.com at 12PM EST, and will go on for the day. Full results and news on that portion of the draft will be posted here.
2009 WWE Draft Picks
#1 MVP was drafted to Raw.
#2 Big Show was drafted to Raw.
#3 Melina was drafted to Smackdown.
#4 Matt Hardy was drafted to Raw.
#5 Triple H was drafted to Raw.
#6 CM Punk was drafted to Smackdown.
#7 The Miz was drafted to Raw.
#8 Kane was drafted to Smackdown.
#9 Chris Jericho was drafted to Smackdown.
#10 Vladimir Kozlov was drafted to ECW.
#11 Maryse was drafted to Raw.
#12 Rey Mysterio was drafted to Smackdown.
That completed the first round of the WWE 2009 Draft with several champions trading places amongst the shows. Raw now has the Divas Champion, while Smackdown has the Womens champion. Raw gained the US Champion, while Smackdown gained the Intercontinental Champion. Raw also gained Triple H, making the WWE Raw roster have both major WWE titles amongst its ranks.
There's more moves to come. The 2009 WWE Supplemental draft will start this Wednesday April 15th on WWE.com at 12PM EST, and will go on for the day. Full results and news on that portion of the draft will be posted here.
Raw Results 04-13-09
Tonight's special 3 hour Raw presented the 2009 WWE Draft special during which WWE personnel, superstars and divas from all three brand rosters (Raw, ECW, Smackdown) were eligible to be drafted to a new roster.
Raw opened with highlights of Randy Orton's tirade on last week's Raw, his match against Vince McMahon, Shane rushing out to save Vince from a punt kick, Triple H coming down to save Shane, and Batista's return to save HHH and Shane from Legacy's attack. Raw ended after Batista had helped clear the ring, and Vince McMahon announced Batista would be part of the six man tag match at Backlash (Orton, Rhodes & Dibiase vs. Shane McMahon, Triple H & Batista).
Michael Cole and Jerry Lawler welcomed fans to the Phillips Arena. Lawler explained that superstars would compete in interbrand matches, with the winning wrestler's brand getting the draft pick following the match. Todd Grisham and Jim Ross were there from Smackdown as were Josh Matthews and Matt Striker from ECW. Matthews announced that there will be a 15 person battle royal involving 5 stars from each brand. The winning superstar's brand receives 2 draft picks. Also tonight, John Cena from Raw versus Jack Swagger from ECW. Batista came out to wild fanfare to start things off.
Batista spoke about how much he missed the wrestling ring and how he was driven by retribution for what Randy Orton did to him on Raw 4 months ago. During a match, Orton delivered a vicious punt kick to Batista's head, knocking him out of action. Batista discussed how the worst part was waiting to get his hands on Orton. Batista told Orton to stop hiding like a punk and come down to face him like a man, or he'd tear apart the arena to find him. After a few moments, Batista started to leave the ring ready to go hunt down Orton. Just then, Shane McMahon's music came on as Shane danced out to the ramp and came to the ring. Shane said if anyone's getting retribution tonight it's him based on what Orton did to the McMahon's. As the two started to argue over it, suddenly HHH's music came on and the Game made his way to the ring.
Triple H told Shane everything that went down with the McMahons is because Orton wanted revenge on HHH. Triple H explained to Batista that Orton tried to take his wife out. HHH said he started this and will make sure to finish it. As the three men started talking in the ring, suddenly Vickie Guerrero began screaming "Excuse me" as she was wheeled to the ramp by Chavo. Vickie said she's the only person to determine who faces Orton and the three of them will have a shot at him at Backlash. Vickie reminded Triple H that if their team loses in any fashion, Orton becomes the new WWE Champion. Vickie said she gave Randy Orton a well deserved night off but will give the 3 of them a chance for someone to face Orton next week. Vickie ordered that HHH, Shane and Batista would team up tonight to face Dibiase and Rhodes in a 3 vs. 2 handicap match. If Team Legacy wins, nobody faces Orton next week, but if HHH, Shane or Batista gets a pinfall, they get to face Orton next week on Raw.
Evan Bourne vs. Rey Mysterio
Early on the action spilled to the outside with Rey gaining control of the match. Both men displayed their high-flying and high-octane offense, trading control of the match. With Bourne in control he climbed the corner, but Rey quickly followed and used a headscissors to flip him down to the mat. Rey was able to hit a 619 on Bourne and then the splash off the corner to pickup the win, earning Raw the #1 draft pick. Rey Mysterio wins via pinfall over Evan Bourne to earn Raw the #1 draft pick.
Since Raw earned the #1 draft pick, it was displayed on the Titantron that MVP was drafted to Raw. MVP came to the ramp tapping his US title belt and celebrating his #1 draft status.
Kane was shown backstage on his way out for a match.
WWE Hall of Famer Chief Jay Strongbow was shown seated in the front row at Raw.
The Brian Kendrick vs. Kane
Kendrick representing Smackdown came to the ring accompanied by Ezekiel Jackson. Kendrick slapped Kane after the bell ring, then ran to the outside and got behind Ezekiel Jackson. Kane promptly knocked Jackson down then caught Kendrick and threw him into the ring. Kendrick went for his finisher trying to run with Kane off the corner early. Kane avoided it and Chokeslammed Kendrick for a very quick win, earning Raw draft pick #2. Kane wins by pinfall over The Brian Kendrick to earn Raw the #2 draft pick. Raw with the #2 draft pick got The Big Show from Smackdown. Show came out onto the ramp briefly with Kane glaring at him from the ring.
Backstage, Vickie told Chavo how exciting it is to be new GM of Raw. Randy Orton burst into her office, angry about her decision to allow someone to face him one on one next week. Orton began ranting about how Raw is not the same as Smackdown and how she needs to make better decisions. Chavo tried to intervene and Orton yelled at him to shutup. Vickie said in the interest of fairness if Rhodes or Dibiase make a winning pinfall in tonight's match, whoever they pin has to face Orton, Rhodes & Dibiase in a 3 on 1 Handicap match next week. Orton looked at her and seemed somewhat pleased with the decision, then left.
Backstage, Jack Swagger came up to John Cena and told him "The champ is here". Swagger continued bragging about how he was going to win tonight and become the new face of WWE. Cena laughed at Jack Swagger calling himself "The All American American", and said he should think about calling himself "The All American Jackass". Swagger got upset and got in Cena's face, and Cena told him "welcome to Raw, tonight you'll get a lesson in respect... respect".
Mickie James, Melina and Kelly Kelly were shown walking backstage on their way out for the next matchup.
Mickie James, Melina & Kelly Kelly vs. Michelle McCool, Maryse & Natalya
A six WWE divas tag team match would determine whether Smackdown or Raw would get the next draft pick. Early on the Smackdown divas started a catfight with each other so the Raw divas pounced on them. Everyone spilled out of the ring, but then Michelle and Mickie returned to the ring and the bell sounded. Michelle took the early advantage. Mickie regained control, eventually trying to jump off the corner at Michelle. McCool stuck a boot out as Mickie jumped, knocking Mickie out on the mat. Michelle took the pinfall to win Smackdown its first draft pick, pick #3. Michelle McCool, Natalya and Maryse win via pinfall over Mickie James, Kelly Kelly and Melina to earn Smackdown the #3 draft pick. At draft pick #3, WWE Womens Champion Melina was drafted over to Smackdown. Melina proudly held up her title in the ring after the announcement.
John Cena was shown walking backstage, ready for his next match against Jack Swagger.
Jerry Lawler and Michael Cole reviewed Raw's draft picks, while JR and Grisham discussed Smackdown's #3 pick, Melina.
John Cena vs. Jack Swagger
In a champion versus champion match, ECW's Swagger battled Raw's Cena. The winner of the match would earn their brand 2 draft picks. Early on Swagger got Cena down to the mat a few times and began cockily taunting Cena. Cena responded by knocking Swagger to the outside and knocking him down outside the ring. Swagger managed to get control back in the ring, hitting Cena in the corner and whipping him across the ring. Swagger used a hard clothesline to level Cena as he stood up. Cena started to fight back, but Swagger managed to lock a full nelson on him.
Cena used his power and strength to eventually battle out of Swagger's full nelson. As Cena gained momentum he threw shoulder blocks from off the rope then slammed Swagger to the mat. Cena followed with the Five Knuckle Shuffle, then hoisted Swagger up on his shoulders for the finisher. Swagger managed to grab the top ropes and got out of the hold, then kicked Cena down. Swagger tossed Cena shoulder first into the corner as Raw went to commercial.
As Raw returned, Swagger and Cena collided, with both men being counted down by the ref. Swagger continued to counter Cena's moves using great technical wrestling skills. Swagger ran and delivered a knee to Cena's head near the ropes but couldn't capture the pinfall. Cena slid off Swagger as he had the finisher up. Cena ran at him off the ropes but Swagger grabbed Cena for the powerslam. Swagger went to Splash down on Cena off the corner ropes, but Cena jumped up and grabbed him on his shoulders, then hit the Attitude Adjustment. Cena got on Cena with the STF to make Swagger finally tap out. John Cena wins by submission over Jack Swagger to earn the #4 and #5 draft picks for Raw.
At the #4 draft pick, Raw received Matt Hardy from Smackdown. Hardy came to the ramp briefly to gloat. With the #5 pick, Raw struck gold as they received WWE Champion Triple H from Smackdown. Cena and HHH engaged in a staredown from ring to ramp. As Cena was distracted, Edge snuck into the ring and attacked him. Cena managed to regain control and Edge scurried out of the ring.
Cody Rhodes and Ted Dibiase met with Orton in the locker room. Orton asked what their strategy will be going into the match tonight, and they said they'll make sure they don't get along. Dibiase said he expects their opponents to get disqualified tonight just like they will at Backlash when Orton wins the title.
The Great Khali vs. Santino Marella
Before the match could start, Beth Phoenix and Rosa Mendes came to the top of the ramp. Beth told Santino she talked to Vickie Guerrero earlier and if Khali wins this match, Santina Marella will be a guest on the Khali Kiss Cam next week. Santino was frustrated and tried his best to punch away at Khali's midsection, but had no luck.
Khali began choking Santino against the ropes, and after the ref broke things up Santino continued hanging on the ropes. After he finally got loose, Santino ran off the ropes and right into the shoulder of Khali. As Marella stood up, Khali then chopped him right down to the mat and stood on him with one foot for the winning pin. Beth and Rosa smiled from the ramp, knowing that "Santina" is now forced to kiss the Great Khali. The Great Khali wins via pinfall over Santino Marella to earn Smackdown the #6 draft pick.
At the #6 draft pick, Smackdown received Mr. 2009 Money in the Bank, CM Punk. Punk came onto the ramp briefcase in hand to celebrate.
Backstage, John Morrison and The Miz were shown walking on their way for the next interbrand draft match.
Kofi Kingston & vs. The Miz
Kofi represented Raw while The Miz represented ECW's potential draft pick, should he win. Kofi took an early advantage over Miz, but Miz soon made a comeback as he ran into Kofi from off the ropes. Kofi responded with a high-flying takedown of Miz and a shoulder hold. Kofi managed to gain control as he flipped Miz into the ropes and out of the ring. Miz and Morrison started to confer, and Kofi prepared to run and jump onto them. The pair moved away and Kofi stopped himself against the ropes. As Kofi finally ran over to dropkick Miz on the outside, Morrison came over. John backed off, but this allowed Miz to get in the ring and run to dropkick Kofi down. Miz gained control back in the ring.
Miz continued with control of things in the ring until Kofi got up from a headlock and rammed Miz into the corner. Kofi flipped Miz to the mat, then began to fight back as Miz charged at him. A high clothesline dropped Miz to the mat, but Miz rolled away from Kofi's double leg drop. Kofi did a bodypress splash off the corner, which Miz reversed. Kofi kicked out of the pinfall. As Kofi got up, Miz did a face first leg sweep, but again no 3 count. As the two fought it out, Kofi did a Jamaican leg sweep and then landed the double leg drop. Miz kicked out of Kofi's pin attempt.
Kofi gained momentum and eventually got on the corner to jump at Miz. Morrison got on the apron and swiped at him, but the ref saw it all, calling for the bell quickly. Kofi Kingston wins due to disqualification over The Miz to win the #7 draft pick for Raw.
Following the match, the #7 draft pick was flashed up on screen as The Miz. Miz looked surprised and shaken up in the ring, realizing this would separate he and Morrison from their "bromance". Morrison gave him a hug, but Miz turned on Morrison, eventually planting him face first into the mat, then raising both his arms in a surprise moment.
15 Man Tri-Branded Battle Royal
Fice superstars from each brand competed in the match with two draft picks on the line. For Raw, MVP, Cryme Tyme, Mike Knox and Big Show participated. On behalf of ECW it was Finlay, Ricky Ortiz, Paul Burchill, Tyson Kidd and Mark Henry. For Smackdown it was Carlito and Primo Colon, Chavo Guerrero, R-Truth and Edge.
Ricky Ortiz was eliminated first, followed by Paul Burchill, leaving just 3 men for ECW. Big Show and Mark Henry eliminated several men including R-Truth and Tyson Kidd. Both of Cryme Tyme were eliminated. Big Show grabbed Carlito around the throat and forced him over the top rope. Mark Henry tossed out MVP. It came down to a final 3 of Edge, Big Show and Mark Henry. Edge celebrated as he threw out a man, but turned to see the massive Show and Henry eyeing him. Edge tried to form an alliance with Henry, but Henry wasn't having it. Show chokeslammed Edge down, and Mark Henry jumped on Show to attack from behind. As the two fought it out, Edge had rolled over to the side apron.
Mark Henry was put on the apron outside the rings by Show. Show punched away at him, finally eliminating Henry off the apron with a huge punch. Edge remained against Big Show, leaving Smackdown vs. Raw. Show laughed before he charged at Edge near the ropes. Edge pulled down the top rope and Show went right over, giving Smackdown the next 2 draft picks. This is the 2nd straight year Edge has won this battle royal. Edge wins the Tri-branded Battle Royal to earn the #8 and #9 draft picks for Smackdown.
At the #8 pick, Smackdown received Kane, who came out to the ramp and exchanged looks with Edge in the ring. Next at #9, Smackdown picked up Chris Jericho, who came out to the ramp smirking. Grisham and JR noted how Edge and Jericho are longtime friends and discussed the fact they may form an alliance on Smackdown.
"Seasons" by Theveerunion will be the official theme song for the 2009 Backlash Pay-Per-View.
Chilli from the R&B group TLC was shown seated in the front row at Raw.
Christian vs. Shelton Benjamin
ECW's Christian tried to win his brand their first draft pick against Smackdown's Shelton Benjamin. Early on Shelton took Christian down then delivered a huge boot to him on the mat. Christian turned the tide as he kicked Shelton to the ropes, jumped over the top rope to the outside and punched Shelton hard. Christian went to the top of the corner for a move, but Shelton rushed up, grabbed him and flung Christian across the ring. Christian rolled outside for recovery time.
Shelton stayed in control back in the ring driving a knee into Christian's back. Shelton tried to jump back at Christian from off the corner, but Christian ducked it. Christian revved up the fans then punched Shelton down. Christian went for the Killswitch, but Benjamin countered it and slammed Christian for a pin. Christian managed to finally win one for ECW as he grabbed Shelton from the corner to hit the Killswitch. Christian wins via pinfall over Shelton Benjamin to earn ECW the #10 draft pick.
The #10 draft pick for ECW was displayed on the screen as Vladimir Kozlov. Kozlov walked out to the ramp and stared down Christian who was in the ring.
The commentators ran down the matches we know for Backlash 2009 Pay-Per-View so far. A six man tag match involving Triple H, Batista and Shane McMahon versus Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes & Ted Dibiase as well as Edge versus John Cena for the World Heavyweight Title in a Last Man Standing match.
Shane McMahon came into the locker room where HHH was preparing and said "we're ok, so Orton's mine". HHH said Shane heard him earlier about Orton and if Batista were there he'd tell him the same. Batista was standing behind HHH. Triple H turned and told Batista if he heard him there's no reason to repeat it. Batista said "I heard, every man for himself". The Animal smirked and bumped Triple H as he left the locker room. Shane left next, and Triple H began to psych himself up for the contest.
It was announced that "Lord of the Ring" will air on ESPN E60 at 7PM EST Tuesday. It will be a documentary profiling WWE Chairman Vince McMahon on the eve of Wrestlemania 25.
CM Punk vs. Matt Hardy
Newly acquired Smackdown star and Money in the Bank winner CM Punk faced off against Raws brand new Matt Hardy for the #11 draft pick. Punk went for GTS early, with Hardy escaping. Punk responded with a snap suplex, then began kneeing Matt in the corner. With Matt in the other corner, Punk ran and jumped up grabbing the corner ropes, but Matt grabbed him on his shoulders and slammed Punk face first to the mat hard.
Matt gained the advantage and began stretching Punk out in a submission hold. Punk fought to get out, elbowing Matt's leg, then came off the ropes to knee and clothesline Matt to the mat. Punk tried for a pinfall but Matt managed to kick out. Punk was able to whip matt to the corner and knee him in the face, then hit the running Bulldog. After a failed pinfall, Punk again tried for GTS with Matt escaping and hitting the Side Effect. With Matt in control, all of a sudden the crowd went wild as Jeff Hardy ran into the ring to attack his brother. The ref promptly called for the bell for the DQ. Jeff got up on the corner for a Swanton, but Matt noticed and quickly escaped the ring. Jeff chased his brother out into the back through the crowd.
Back in the ring, Punk was upset when the ref awarded the match to Matt Hardy due to Smackdown's Jeff Hardy interfering. Matt Hardy wins due to disqualification of CM Punk to earn the #11 draft pick for .
At the #11 pick, Raw gained the WWE Divas Champion, Maryse. Maryse came out and gloated on the top of the ramp, displaying her championship belt to the crowd.
Tommy Dreamer vs. Chris Jericho
Smackdown's new acquisition Chris Jericho fought for the #12 draft pick against the ECW's Tommy Dreamer. Jim Ross reminded fans how Dreamer plans to retire if he doesn't win the ECW title by early June when his contract expires.
Jericho knocked Dreamer down early, but Tommy came back with several tosses and a clothesline to send Jericho over the ropes. Outside the ring, Dreamer continued to beat up Jericho and tossed him back in. Jericho took control as Dreamer tried to return to the ring. Dreamer regained control with a suplex of Jericho. Once again momentum shifted and Jericho had Dreamer down in a headlock. Dreamer powered to his feet, then punched Jericho to escape. With several clotheslines Dreamer had control, then managed to get Jericho hanging in the Tree of Woe in the corner. Dreamer ran and connected on a dropkick to Jericho's shoulder, then was about to hit his finisher. Jericho reversed it and started trying for the Walls of Jericho. Dreamer shoved Jericho with his feet, and as Jericho came back off the ropes, Dreamer rolled him into a pinfall. Jericho escaped barely from that and another pinfall attempt.
Dreamer got to the top ropes but Jericho ran over to knock him off balance. Jericho climbed up to fight Dreamer, but Tommy shoved him off. As Dreamer jumped off at Jericho, Chris quickly grabbed him and hit the Code Breaker in the air. Chris Jericho wins via pinfall over Tommy Dreamer to earn the #12 draft pick for Smackdown.
All day Wednesday, starting at 12PM EST/(9PACIFIC) will be the WWE 2009 Supplemental Draft on WWE.com.
It was announced that Matt Hardy will battle the Undertaker this Thursday on WGN America's premiere episode of WWE Superstars.
Shane McMahon, Batista & Triple H vs. Cody Rhodes & Ted Dibiase
As the bell rang, Triple H and Batista were still arguing, so Shane McMahon took initiative and charged over to level Cody Rhodes with a clothesline. Shane gained major momentum, stomping into Cody in the corner, then flying at him with an elbow. Shane started to punch at Cody repeatedly and dance around him, but was close to Batista, so The Animal tagged his back. Shane stared at Batista who immediately went at Dibiase who had also tagged in.
Batista stayed in control and eventually had Dibiase up on one shoulder. Batista was near his tag partners, and HHH grabbed Dibiase's leg to pull him onto the apron. HHH then punched Dibiase down. As Batista turned to look at HHH, The Game slapped Batista's shoulder to tag himself in. HHH continued momentum against Dibiase, until Dibiase got a boot into Triple H in the corner. HHH responded with a big Spinebuster. HHH covered for the pin but Batista got in and pulled HHH off by his leg. HHH got up and looked at Batista, and the moment's dirstraction allowed Dibiase to clip HHH's leg. Rhodes and Dibiase began to tag each other to work on HHH and keep him away from a tag.
Batista and Shane tried to cheer on HHH to get over for a tag as Legacy continued to dominate The Game with the doubleteam. Rhodes and Dibiase worked to try to dismantle him via stomps to the leg and body repeatedly. HHH finally was able to stand and flip Rhodes over his back, but the Game's leg was hurting. HHH managed to crawl over and tagged in Batista who gained serious momentum. Batista knocked Rhodes off the apron then did a running slam with Dibiase for the pin. Rhodes came in and Shane ran in to clothesline him over the ropes to the outside. Batista hit a Spinebuster then prepared for a Batista Bomb. Batista hit it and pinned Dibiase, but Shane McMahon got in the ring and hit Batista to stop the pin.
Batista shoved Shane to the corner, and as the two were arguing, HHH got onto the apron and slapped Batista to become legal man. Shane tackled Batista and the two rolled to the outside fighting. HHH managed to hit the Pedigree and scored the winning pinfall. The Game gets to face Randy Orton on next week's episode of Raw. Orton came out to the ramp to engage in a staredown with Hunter as Raw ended. Triple H scores the winning pinfall for his team against Dibiase & Rhodes and will get to face Randy Orton on next week's Raw.
Raw opened with highlights of Randy Orton's tirade on last week's Raw, his match against Vince McMahon, Shane rushing out to save Vince from a punt kick, Triple H coming down to save Shane, and Batista's return to save HHH and Shane from Legacy's attack. Raw ended after Batista had helped clear the ring, and Vince McMahon announced Batista would be part of the six man tag match at Backlash (Orton, Rhodes & Dibiase vs. Shane McMahon, Triple H & Batista).
Michael Cole and Jerry Lawler welcomed fans to the Phillips Arena. Lawler explained that superstars would compete in interbrand matches, with the winning wrestler's brand getting the draft pick following the match. Todd Grisham and Jim Ross were there from Smackdown as were Josh Matthews and Matt Striker from ECW. Matthews announced that there will be a 15 person battle royal involving 5 stars from each brand. The winning superstar's brand receives 2 draft picks. Also tonight, John Cena from Raw versus Jack Swagger from ECW. Batista came out to wild fanfare to start things off.
Batista spoke about how much he missed the wrestling ring and how he was driven by retribution for what Randy Orton did to him on Raw 4 months ago. During a match, Orton delivered a vicious punt kick to Batista's head, knocking him out of action. Batista discussed how the worst part was waiting to get his hands on Orton. Batista told Orton to stop hiding like a punk and come down to face him like a man, or he'd tear apart the arena to find him. After a few moments, Batista started to leave the ring ready to go hunt down Orton. Just then, Shane McMahon's music came on as Shane danced out to the ramp and came to the ring. Shane said if anyone's getting retribution tonight it's him based on what Orton did to the McMahon's. As the two started to argue over it, suddenly HHH's music came on and the Game made his way to the ring.
Triple H told Shane everything that went down with the McMahons is because Orton wanted revenge on HHH. Triple H explained to Batista that Orton tried to take his wife out. HHH said he started this and will make sure to finish it. As the three men started talking in the ring, suddenly Vickie Guerrero began screaming "Excuse me" as she was wheeled to the ramp by Chavo. Vickie said she's the only person to determine who faces Orton and the three of them will have a shot at him at Backlash. Vickie reminded Triple H that if their team loses in any fashion, Orton becomes the new WWE Champion. Vickie said she gave Randy Orton a well deserved night off but will give the 3 of them a chance for someone to face Orton next week. Vickie ordered that HHH, Shane and Batista would team up tonight to face Dibiase and Rhodes in a 3 vs. 2 handicap match. If Team Legacy wins, nobody faces Orton next week, but if HHH, Shane or Batista gets a pinfall, they get to face Orton next week on Raw.
Evan Bourne vs. Rey Mysterio
Early on the action spilled to the outside with Rey gaining control of the match. Both men displayed their high-flying and high-octane offense, trading control of the match. With Bourne in control he climbed the corner, but Rey quickly followed and used a headscissors to flip him down to the mat. Rey was able to hit a 619 on Bourne and then the splash off the corner to pickup the win, earning Raw the #1 draft pick. Rey Mysterio wins via pinfall over Evan Bourne to earn Raw the #1 draft pick.
Since Raw earned the #1 draft pick, it was displayed on the Titantron that MVP was drafted to Raw. MVP came to the ramp tapping his US title belt and celebrating his #1 draft status.
Kane was shown backstage on his way out for a match.
WWE Hall of Famer Chief Jay Strongbow was shown seated in the front row at Raw.
The Brian Kendrick vs. Kane
Kendrick representing Smackdown came to the ring accompanied by Ezekiel Jackson. Kendrick slapped Kane after the bell ring, then ran to the outside and got behind Ezekiel Jackson. Kane promptly knocked Jackson down then caught Kendrick and threw him into the ring. Kendrick went for his finisher trying to run with Kane off the corner early. Kane avoided it and Chokeslammed Kendrick for a very quick win, earning Raw draft pick #2. Kane wins by pinfall over The Brian Kendrick to earn Raw the #2 draft pick. Raw with the #2 draft pick got The Big Show from Smackdown. Show came out onto the ramp briefly with Kane glaring at him from the ring.
Backstage, Vickie told Chavo how exciting it is to be new GM of Raw. Randy Orton burst into her office, angry about her decision to allow someone to face him one on one next week. Orton began ranting about how Raw is not the same as Smackdown and how she needs to make better decisions. Chavo tried to intervene and Orton yelled at him to shutup. Vickie said in the interest of fairness if Rhodes or Dibiase make a winning pinfall in tonight's match, whoever they pin has to face Orton, Rhodes & Dibiase in a 3 on 1 Handicap match next week. Orton looked at her and seemed somewhat pleased with the decision, then left.
Backstage, Jack Swagger came up to John Cena and told him "The champ is here". Swagger continued bragging about how he was going to win tonight and become the new face of WWE. Cena laughed at Jack Swagger calling himself "The All American American", and said he should think about calling himself "The All American Jackass". Swagger got upset and got in Cena's face, and Cena told him "welcome to Raw, tonight you'll get a lesson in respect... respect".
Mickie James, Melina and Kelly Kelly were shown walking backstage on their way out for the next matchup.
Mickie James, Melina & Kelly Kelly vs. Michelle McCool, Maryse & Natalya
A six WWE divas tag team match would determine whether Smackdown or Raw would get the next draft pick. Early on the Smackdown divas started a catfight with each other so the Raw divas pounced on them. Everyone spilled out of the ring, but then Michelle and Mickie returned to the ring and the bell sounded. Michelle took the early advantage. Mickie regained control, eventually trying to jump off the corner at Michelle. McCool stuck a boot out as Mickie jumped, knocking Mickie out on the mat. Michelle took the pinfall to win Smackdown its first draft pick, pick #3. Michelle McCool, Natalya and Maryse win via pinfall over Mickie James, Kelly Kelly and Melina to earn Smackdown the #3 draft pick. At draft pick #3, WWE Womens Champion Melina was drafted over to Smackdown. Melina proudly held up her title in the ring after the announcement.
John Cena was shown walking backstage, ready for his next match against Jack Swagger.
Jerry Lawler and Michael Cole reviewed Raw's draft picks, while JR and Grisham discussed Smackdown's #3 pick, Melina.
John Cena vs. Jack Swagger
In a champion versus champion match, ECW's Swagger battled Raw's Cena. The winner of the match would earn their brand 2 draft picks. Early on Swagger got Cena down to the mat a few times and began cockily taunting Cena. Cena responded by knocking Swagger to the outside and knocking him down outside the ring. Swagger managed to get control back in the ring, hitting Cena in the corner and whipping him across the ring. Swagger used a hard clothesline to level Cena as he stood up. Cena started to fight back, but Swagger managed to lock a full nelson on him.
Cena used his power and strength to eventually battle out of Swagger's full nelson. As Cena gained momentum he threw shoulder blocks from off the rope then slammed Swagger to the mat. Cena followed with the Five Knuckle Shuffle, then hoisted Swagger up on his shoulders for the finisher. Swagger managed to grab the top ropes and got out of the hold, then kicked Cena down. Swagger tossed Cena shoulder first into the corner as Raw went to commercial.
As Raw returned, Swagger and Cena collided, with both men being counted down by the ref. Swagger continued to counter Cena's moves using great technical wrestling skills. Swagger ran and delivered a knee to Cena's head near the ropes but couldn't capture the pinfall. Cena slid off Swagger as he had the finisher up. Cena ran at him off the ropes but Swagger grabbed Cena for the powerslam. Swagger went to Splash down on Cena off the corner ropes, but Cena jumped up and grabbed him on his shoulders, then hit the Attitude Adjustment. Cena got on Cena with the STF to make Swagger finally tap out. John Cena wins by submission over Jack Swagger to earn the #4 and #5 draft picks for Raw.
At the #4 draft pick, Raw received Matt Hardy from Smackdown. Hardy came to the ramp briefly to gloat. With the #5 pick, Raw struck gold as they received WWE Champion Triple H from Smackdown. Cena and HHH engaged in a staredown from ring to ramp. As Cena was distracted, Edge snuck into the ring and attacked him. Cena managed to regain control and Edge scurried out of the ring.
Cody Rhodes and Ted Dibiase met with Orton in the locker room. Orton asked what their strategy will be going into the match tonight, and they said they'll make sure they don't get along. Dibiase said he expects their opponents to get disqualified tonight just like they will at Backlash when Orton wins the title.
The Great Khali vs. Santino Marella
Before the match could start, Beth Phoenix and Rosa Mendes came to the top of the ramp. Beth told Santino she talked to Vickie Guerrero earlier and if Khali wins this match, Santina Marella will be a guest on the Khali Kiss Cam next week. Santino was frustrated and tried his best to punch away at Khali's midsection, but had no luck.
Khali began choking Santino against the ropes, and after the ref broke things up Santino continued hanging on the ropes. After he finally got loose, Santino ran off the ropes and right into the shoulder of Khali. As Marella stood up, Khali then chopped him right down to the mat and stood on him with one foot for the winning pin. Beth and Rosa smiled from the ramp, knowing that "Santina" is now forced to kiss the Great Khali. The Great Khali wins via pinfall over Santino Marella to earn Smackdown the #6 draft pick.
At the #6 draft pick, Smackdown received Mr. 2009 Money in the Bank, CM Punk. Punk came onto the ramp briefcase in hand to celebrate.
Backstage, John Morrison and The Miz were shown walking on their way for the next interbrand draft match.
Kofi Kingston & vs. The Miz
Kofi represented Raw while The Miz represented ECW's potential draft pick, should he win. Kofi took an early advantage over Miz, but Miz soon made a comeback as he ran into Kofi from off the ropes. Kofi responded with a high-flying takedown of Miz and a shoulder hold. Kofi managed to gain control as he flipped Miz into the ropes and out of the ring. Miz and Morrison started to confer, and Kofi prepared to run and jump onto them. The pair moved away and Kofi stopped himself against the ropes. As Kofi finally ran over to dropkick Miz on the outside, Morrison came over. John backed off, but this allowed Miz to get in the ring and run to dropkick Kofi down. Miz gained control back in the ring.
Miz continued with control of things in the ring until Kofi got up from a headlock and rammed Miz into the corner. Kofi flipped Miz to the mat, then began to fight back as Miz charged at him. A high clothesline dropped Miz to the mat, but Miz rolled away from Kofi's double leg drop. Kofi did a bodypress splash off the corner, which Miz reversed. Kofi kicked out of the pinfall. As Kofi got up, Miz did a face first leg sweep, but again no 3 count. As the two fought it out, Kofi did a Jamaican leg sweep and then landed the double leg drop. Miz kicked out of Kofi's pin attempt.
Kofi gained momentum and eventually got on the corner to jump at Miz. Morrison got on the apron and swiped at him, but the ref saw it all, calling for the bell quickly. Kofi Kingston wins due to disqualification over The Miz to win the #7 draft pick for Raw.
Following the match, the #7 draft pick was flashed up on screen as The Miz. Miz looked surprised and shaken up in the ring, realizing this would separate he and Morrison from their "bromance". Morrison gave him a hug, but Miz turned on Morrison, eventually planting him face first into the mat, then raising both his arms in a surprise moment.
15 Man Tri-Branded Battle Royal
Fice superstars from each brand competed in the match with two draft picks on the line. For Raw, MVP, Cryme Tyme, Mike Knox and Big Show participated. On behalf of ECW it was Finlay, Ricky Ortiz, Paul Burchill, Tyson Kidd and Mark Henry. For Smackdown it was Carlito and Primo Colon, Chavo Guerrero, R-Truth and Edge.
Ricky Ortiz was eliminated first, followed by Paul Burchill, leaving just 3 men for ECW. Big Show and Mark Henry eliminated several men including R-Truth and Tyson Kidd. Both of Cryme Tyme were eliminated. Big Show grabbed Carlito around the throat and forced him over the top rope. Mark Henry tossed out MVP. It came down to a final 3 of Edge, Big Show and Mark Henry. Edge celebrated as he threw out a man, but turned to see the massive Show and Henry eyeing him. Edge tried to form an alliance with Henry, but Henry wasn't having it. Show chokeslammed Edge down, and Mark Henry jumped on Show to attack from behind. As the two fought it out, Edge had rolled over to the side apron.
Mark Henry was put on the apron outside the rings by Show. Show punched away at him, finally eliminating Henry off the apron with a huge punch. Edge remained against Big Show, leaving Smackdown vs. Raw. Show laughed before he charged at Edge near the ropes. Edge pulled down the top rope and Show went right over, giving Smackdown the next 2 draft picks. This is the 2nd straight year Edge has won this battle royal. Edge wins the Tri-branded Battle Royal to earn the #8 and #9 draft picks for Smackdown.
At the #8 pick, Smackdown received Kane, who came out to the ramp and exchanged looks with Edge in the ring. Next at #9, Smackdown picked up Chris Jericho, who came out to the ramp smirking. Grisham and JR noted how Edge and Jericho are longtime friends and discussed the fact they may form an alliance on Smackdown.
"Seasons" by Theveerunion will be the official theme song for the 2009 Backlash Pay-Per-View.
Chilli from the R&B group TLC was shown seated in the front row at Raw.
Christian vs. Shelton Benjamin
ECW's Christian tried to win his brand their first draft pick against Smackdown's Shelton Benjamin. Early on Shelton took Christian down then delivered a huge boot to him on the mat. Christian turned the tide as he kicked Shelton to the ropes, jumped over the top rope to the outside and punched Shelton hard. Christian went to the top of the corner for a move, but Shelton rushed up, grabbed him and flung Christian across the ring. Christian rolled outside for recovery time.
Shelton stayed in control back in the ring driving a knee into Christian's back. Shelton tried to jump back at Christian from off the corner, but Christian ducked it. Christian revved up the fans then punched Shelton down. Christian went for the Killswitch, but Benjamin countered it and slammed Christian for a pin. Christian managed to finally win one for ECW as he grabbed Shelton from the corner to hit the Killswitch. Christian wins via pinfall over Shelton Benjamin to earn ECW the #10 draft pick.
The #10 draft pick for ECW was displayed on the screen as Vladimir Kozlov. Kozlov walked out to the ramp and stared down Christian who was in the ring.
The commentators ran down the matches we know for Backlash 2009 Pay-Per-View so far. A six man tag match involving Triple H, Batista and Shane McMahon versus Randy Orton, Cody Rhodes & Ted Dibiase as well as Edge versus John Cena for the World Heavyweight Title in a Last Man Standing match.
Shane McMahon came into the locker room where HHH was preparing and said "we're ok, so Orton's mine". HHH said Shane heard him earlier about Orton and if Batista were there he'd tell him the same. Batista was standing behind HHH. Triple H turned and told Batista if he heard him there's no reason to repeat it. Batista said "I heard, every man for himself". The Animal smirked and bumped Triple H as he left the locker room. Shane left next, and Triple H began to psych himself up for the contest.
It was announced that "Lord of the Ring" will air on ESPN E60 at 7PM EST Tuesday. It will be a documentary profiling WWE Chairman Vince McMahon on the eve of Wrestlemania 25.
CM Punk vs. Matt Hardy
Newly acquired Smackdown star and Money in the Bank winner CM Punk faced off against Raws brand new Matt Hardy for the #11 draft pick. Punk went for GTS early, with Hardy escaping. Punk responded with a snap suplex, then began kneeing Matt in the corner. With Matt in the other corner, Punk ran and jumped up grabbing the corner ropes, but Matt grabbed him on his shoulders and slammed Punk face first to the mat hard.
Matt gained the advantage and began stretching Punk out in a submission hold. Punk fought to get out, elbowing Matt's leg, then came off the ropes to knee and clothesline Matt to the mat. Punk tried for a pinfall but Matt managed to kick out. Punk was able to whip matt to the corner and knee him in the face, then hit the running Bulldog. After a failed pinfall, Punk again tried for GTS with Matt escaping and hitting the Side Effect. With Matt in control, all of a sudden the crowd went wild as Jeff Hardy ran into the ring to attack his brother. The ref promptly called for the bell for the DQ. Jeff got up on the corner for a Swanton, but Matt noticed and quickly escaped the ring. Jeff chased his brother out into the back through the crowd.
Back in the ring, Punk was upset when the ref awarded the match to Matt Hardy due to Smackdown's Jeff Hardy interfering. Matt Hardy wins due to disqualification of CM Punk to earn the #11 draft pick for .
At the #11 pick, Raw gained the WWE Divas Champion, Maryse. Maryse came out and gloated on the top of the ramp, displaying her championship belt to the crowd.
Tommy Dreamer vs. Chris Jericho
Smackdown's new acquisition Chris Jericho fought for the #12 draft pick against the ECW's Tommy Dreamer. Jim Ross reminded fans how Dreamer plans to retire if he doesn't win the ECW title by early June when his contract expires.
Jericho knocked Dreamer down early, but Tommy came back with several tosses and a clothesline to send Jericho over the ropes. Outside the ring, Dreamer continued to beat up Jericho and tossed him back in. Jericho took control as Dreamer tried to return to the ring. Dreamer regained control with a suplex of Jericho. Once again momentum shifted and Jericho had Dreamer down in a headlock. Dreamer powered to his feet, then punched Jericho to escape. With several clotheslines Dreamer had control, then managed to get Jericho hanging in the Tree of Woe in the corner. Dreamer ran and connected on a dropkick to Jericho's shoulder, then was about to hit his finisher. Jericho reversed it and started trying for the Walls of Jericho. Dreamer shoved Jericho with his feet, and as Jericho came back off the ropes, Dreamer rolled him into a pinfall. Jericho escaped barely from that and another pinfall attempt.
Dreamer got to the top ropes but Jericho ran over to knock him off balance. Jericho climbed up to fight Dreamer, but Tommy shoved him off. As Dreamer jumped off at Jericho, Chris quickly grabbed him and hit the Code Breaker in the air. Chris Jericho wins via pinfall over Tommy Dreamer to earn the #12 draft pick for Smackdown.
All day Wednesday, starting at 12PM EST/(9PACIFIC) will be the WWE 2009 Supplemental Draft on WWE.com.
It was announced that Matt Hardy will battle the Undertaker this Thursday on WGN America's premiere episode of WWE Superstars.
Shane McMahon, Batista & Triple H vs. Cody Rhodes & Ted Dibiase
As the bell rang, Triple H and Batista were still arguing, so Shane McMahon took initiative and charged over to level Cody Rhodes with a clothesline. Shane gained major momentum, stomping into Cody in the corner, then flying at him with an elbow. Shane started to punch at Cody repeatedly and dance around him, but was close to Batista, so The Animal tagged his back. Shane stared at Batista who immediately went at Dibiase who had also tagged in.
Batista stayed in control and eventually had Dibiase up on one shoulder. Batista was near his tag partners, and HHH grabbed Dibiase's leg to pull him onto the apron. HHH then punched Dibiase down. As Batista turned to look at HHH, The Game slapped Batista's shoulder to tag himself in. HHH continued momentum against Dibiase, until Dibiase got a boot into Triple H in the corner. HHH responded with a big Spinebuster. HHH covered for the pin but Batista got in and pulled HHH off by his leg. HHH got up and looked at Batista, and the moment's dirstraction allowed Dibiase to clip HHH's leg. Rhodes and Dibiase began to tag each other to work on HHH and keep him away from a tag.
Batista and Shane tried to cheer on HHH to get over for a tag as Legacy continued to dominate The Game with the doubleteam. Rhodes and Dibiase worked to try to dismantle him via stomps to the leg and body repeatedly. HHH finally was able to stand and flip Rhodes over his back, but the Game's leg was hurting. HHH managed to crawl over and tagged in Batista who gained serious momentum. Batista knocked Rhodes off the apron then did a running slam with Dibiase for the pin. Rhodes came in and Shane ran in to clothesline him over the ropes to the outside. Batista hit a Spinebuster then prepared for a Batista Bomb. Batista hit it and pinned Dibiase, but Shane McMahon got in the ring and hit Batista to stop the pin.
Batista shoved Shane to the corner, and as the two were arguing, HHH got onto the apron and slapped Batista to become legal man. Shane tackled Batista and the two rolled to the outside fighting. HHH managed to hit the Pedigree and scored the winning pinfall. The Game gets to face Randy Orton on next week's episode of Raw. Orton came out to the ramp to engage in a staredown with Hunter as Raw ended. Triple H scores the winning pinfall for his team against Dibiase & Rhodes and will get to face Randy Orton on next week's Raw.
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
ECW Results 04-07-09
Matt Striker welcomed fans to ECW just a few nights removed from Wrestlemania 25. Joining Striker on commentary was Josh Matthews instead of Todd Grisham, with Matthews saying who knows where they'll be after the WWE Draft next Monday. ECW GM Theodore Long was dancing in the ring to start off the show. Teddy spoke about changes coming to the WWE on the way towards Wrestlemania 26. Teddy said that since Vickie Guerrero is the new GM of Raw, he will once again be the General Manager for Smackdown. Teddy introduced his replacement for interim GM of ECW, Tiffany, Teddy's former assistant.
Before Tiffany could even make a speech she was interrupted by Jack Swagger's theme music. Swagger came out from backstage in a pinstripe suit with his ECW belt. In the ring, Swagger told Tiffany there's one set of rules she needs to use for ECW and another set of rules just for dealing with Jack Swagger. Tiffany thanked him for the advice but said her rule will be to give the WWE Universe what they want. Tiffany reminded Swagger that he might be drafted off ECW as of next Monday. She also added that she set up an "Elimination Chase to Backlash" in which Christian, Finlay, Mark Henry and Tommy Dreamer will participate to determine the #1 Contender. Tiffany announced that the Chase will start with a Fatal Fourway, tonight.
WWE aired a video package of the promotional tour John Cena has been on for "12 Rounds" including "Live with Regis & Kelly", "G4's Attack of the Show", and "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno".
The Colons & Evan Bourne vs. John Morrison, The Miz & Tyson Kidd
Natalya joined Tyson Kidd for support at ringside. Striker and Matthews discussed the fact that The Colons won the unified tag titles match at Wrestlemania 25.
During tonight's match, Morrison was working to keep Carlito away from a tag. Eventually, Carlito escaped by flipping over Morrison's back. Evan Bourne tagged in and started using his high flying moves. Bourne was whipped to the ropes by Morrison but came back to kick him, then ran straight at him. Bourne grabbed Morrison with the headscissors and threw him out over the ropes, going with him. Kidd and Miz tried to run at Bourne but he ducked them, then got back inside as ECW went to commercial.
As ECW returned, Morrison had the advantage on Bourne in the ring. The heels continued to work on him in their corner as Miz tagged in, then Kidd came in next. After Kidd had a turn at beating up Bourne, Miz was in to put him in a submission. Bourne countered Miz into a bridge pin, but Miz came right back to clothesline Bourne down. Bourne finally escaped from Miz after he tagged Morrison. Bourne had Miz on the mat and did a legdrop on him while grabbing Morrison and yanking him against the ropes. Bourne managed to crawl over to tag Primo just as Tyson Kidd was tagged in.
As the action got more intense, Primo managed to use his legs to propel Morrison over the ropes and outside the ring. With Kidd as the legal man still, Primo avoided his attempted elbow drop, then hit him with the Backstabber. After a tag to Bourne, the Shooting Starpress finished off Kidd. The Colons & Evan Bourne win via pinfall over John Morrison, The Miz & Tyson Kidd
Highlights were shown from Randy Orton's rant on Raw last night where he vowed to defeat HHH for the WWE Title. Orton began discussing what might happen to the McMahons if they got in his path. Vince McMahon arrived to the ring to tell Orton he wouldn't be getting a rematch for the title, but instead a six man tag match at Backlash: Orton, Rhodes & Dibiase vs. Triple H, Shane & Vince McMahon. Orton ended up challenging Vince to a singles match on Raw for that night. During the match, Orton gained control, hit the RKO and prepared to Punt Kick Vince. Shane ran down for the save to prevent the punt.
Legacy came down to stack the odds against Shane & Vince. Triple H rushed down to save them, but that was shortlived as Legacy gained control again. Orton had Dibiase and Rhodes hold HHH so he could beat on him. Suddenly, to their surprise, Batista made his return, rushed down to the ring from backstage and attacked Legacy. Things ended with a Batista Bomb on Rhodes & Vince McMahon announcing Batista would replace him in the six man tag at Backlash.
Highlights were shown from the 2009 WWE Hall of Fame induction ceremony featuring Cowboy Bill Watts, Koko B. Ware, Howard Finkel, Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat and Stone Cold Steve Austin.
Striker and Matthews again introduced a slideshow of highlights from Wrestlemania 25.
Fatal Fourway Elimination Chase
Competing in this match were Mark Henry, Finlay, Tommy Dreamer and Christian. This would be the first in a series of matches to determine Jack Swagger's challenger for ECW title at Backlash.
Christian came out with a bruised left eye. Striker noted Christian had 7 stitches put in after the Money in the Bank ladder match. In tonight's match, whoever got pinned was out of the Championship Chase. The three remaining men go on to a Triple Threat next week, the two men after that will fight for the #1 Contender Spot.
Mark Henry managed to stave off the attack by his 3 other opponents early on. When ECW returned from commercial, Henry was in control standing on Finlay in the ring. Christian re-entered the ring then Dreamer did, and the three men suplexed Henry together, then dropkicked him to the outside. The three men seemed to form an alliance as they tossed Henry into the steel steps. The alliance was shortlived as Dreamer attacked Finlay then tossed him into the ring. The two began to fight, eventually getting on the top rope. Christian rushed in and jumped up to attack Finlay on the corner. Dreamer put Christian in the electric chair, with Finlay trying to jump at him. Christian reversed Dreamer's chair into a pinfall, ducking Finlay's jumping move.
Finlay was able to toss Christian out through the ropes but Dreamer was back in. Meanwhile, Tony Atlas tried to get Mark Henry back up outside the ring. Dreamer did his running slide dropkick into Finlay in the corner, but just then Henry was in the ring and leveled Dreamer. Christian got up on the corner ropes to jump and hit Henry down with a missile dropkick. Christian began battling Henry, and Dreamer tried to grab Christian for a DDT.
After Dreamer escaped a charging Henry and pushed him into Christian, Tony Atlas got up on the side apron. Dreamer ran over and kicked him and Atlas was tangled in the ropes. Meanwhile, Finlay was still hanging upside down in the corner. Hornswoggle got on the apron and helped him get untangled. As Mark Henry had Dreamer up on his shoulders for a move, Finlay grabbed his shilaleigh. The ref was still trying to help Tony Atlas out of the ropes as Finlay cracked the weapon on Mark Henry's skull. As the ref finally turned, Finlay had the pin to eliminate Henry.
Finlay celebrated in the ring with Hornswoggle while making Dreamer and Christian aware they'd be next. Finlay wins the Fatal Fourway by a pinfall elimination of Mark Henry. Mark Henry is now eliminated from the ECW Championship Chase for Backlash.
Before Tiffany could even make a speech she was interrupted by Jack Swagger's theme music. Swagger came out from backstage in a pinstripe suit with his ECW belt. In the ring, Swagger told Tiffany there's one set of rules she needs to use for ECW and another set of rules just for dealing with Jack Swagger. Tiffany thanked him for the advice but said her rule will be to give the WWE Universe what they want. Tiffany reminded Swagger that he might be drafted off ECW as of next Monday. She also added that she set up an "Elimination Chase to Backlash" in which Christian, Finlay, Mark Henry and Tommy Dreamer will participate to determine the #1 Contender. Tiffany announced that the Chase will start with a Fatal Fourway, tonight.
WWE aired a video package of the promotional tour John Cena has been on for "12 Rounds" including "Live with Regis & Kelly", "G4's Attack of the Show", and "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno".
The Colons & Evan Bourne vs. John Morrison, The Miz & Tyson Kidd
Natalya joined Tyson Kidd for support at ringside. Striker and Matthews discussed the fact that The Colons won the unified tag titles match at Wrestlemania 25.
During tonight's match, Morrison was working to keep Carlito away from a tag. Eventually, Carlito escaped by flipping over Morrison's back. Evan Bourne tagged in and started using his high flying moves. Bourne was whipped to the ropes by Morrison but came back to kick him, then ran straight at him. Bourne grabbed Morrison with the headscissors and threw him out over the ropes, going with him. Kidd and Miz tried to run at Bourne but he ducked them, then got back inside as ECW went to commercial.
As ECW returned, Morrison had the advantage on Bourne in the ring. The heels continued to work on him in their corner as Miz tagged in, then Kidd came in next. After Kidd had a turn at beating up Bourne, Miz was in to put him in a submission. Bourne countered Miz into a bridge pin, but Miz came right back to clothesline Bourne down. Bourne finally escaped from Miz after he tagged Morrison. Bourne had Miz on the mat and did a legdrop on him while grabbing Morrison and yanking him against the ropes. Bourne managed to crawl over to tag Primo just as Tyson Kidd was tagged in.
As the action got more intense, Primo managed to use his legs to propel Morrison over the ropes and outside the ring. With Kidd as the legal man still, Primo avoided his attempted elbow drop, then hit him with the Backstabber. After a tag to Bourne, the Shooting Starpress finished off Kidd. The Colons & Evan Bourne win via pinfall over John Morrison, The Miz & Tyson Kidd
Highlights were shown from Randy Orton's rant on Raw last night where he vowed to defeat HHH for the WWE Title. Orton began discussing what might happen to the McMahons if they got in his path. Vince McMahon arrived to the ring to tell Orton he wouldn't be getting a rematch for the title, but instead a six man tag match at Backlash: Orton, Rhodes & Dibiase vs. Triple H, Shane & Vince McMahon. Orton ended up challenging Vince to a singles match on Raw for that night. During the match, Orton gained control, hit the RKO and prepared to Punt Kick Vince. Shane ran down for the save to prevent the punt.
Legacy came down to stack the odds against Shane & Vince. Triple H rushed down to save them, but that was shortlived as Legacy gained control again. Orton had Dibiase and Rhodes hold HHH so he could beat on him. Suddenly, to their surprise, Batista made his return, rushed down to the ring from backstage and attacked Legacy. Things ended with a Batista Bomb on Rhodes & Vince McMahon announcing Batista would replace him in the six man tag at Backlash.
Highlights were shown from the 2009 WWE Hall of Fame induction ceremony featuring Cowboy Bill Watts, Koko B. Ware, Howard Finkel, Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat and Stone Cold Steve Austin.
Striker and Matthews again introduced a slideshow of highlights from Wrestlemania 25.
Fatal Fourway Elimination Chase
Competing in this match were Mark Henry, Finlay, Tommy Dreamer and Christian. This would be the first in a series of matches to determine Jack Swagger's challenger for ECW title at Backlash.
Christian came out with a bruised left eye. Striker noted Christian had 7 stitches put in after the Money in the Bank ladder match. In tonight's match, whoever got pinned was out of the Championship Chase. The three remaining men go on to a Triple Threat next week, the two men after that will fight for the #1 Contender Spot.
Mark Henry managed to stave off the attack by his 3 other opponents early on. When ECW returned from commercial, Henry was in control standing on Finlay in the ring. Christian re-entered the ring then Dreamer did, and the three men suplexed Henry together, then dropkicked him to the outside. The three men seemed to form an alliance as they tossed Henry into the steel steps. The alliance was shortlived as Dreamer attacked Finlay then tossed him into the ring. The two began to fight, eventually getting on the top rope. Christian rushed in and jumped up to attack Finlay on the corner. Dreamer put Christian in the electric chair, with Finlay trying to jump at him. Christian reversed Dreamer's chair into a pinfall, ducking Finlay's jumping move.
Finlay was able to toss Christian out through the ropes but Dreamer was back in. Meanwhile, Tony Atlas tried to get Mark Henry back up outside the ring. Dreamer did his running slide dropkick into Finlay in the corner, but just then Henry was in the ring and leveled Dreamer. Christian got up on the corner ropes to jump and hit Henry down with a missile dropkick. Christian began battling Henry, and Dreamer tried to grab Christian for a DDT.
After Dreamer escaped a charging Henry and pushed him into Christian, Tony Atlas got up on the side apron. Dreamer ran over and kicked him and Atlas was tangled in the ropes. Meanwhile, Finlay was still hanging upside down in the corner. Hornswoggle got on the apron and helped him get untangled. As Mark Henry had Dreamer up on his shoulders for a move, Finlay grabbed his shilaleigh. The ref was still trying to help Tony Atlas out of the ropes as Finlay cracked the weapon on Mark Henry's skull. As the ref finally turned, Finlay had the pin to eliminate Henry.
Finlay celebrated in the ring with Hornswoggle while making Dreamer and Christian aware they'd be next. Finlay wins the Fatal Fourway by a pinfall elimination of Mark Henry. Mark Henry is now eliminated from the ECW Championship Chase for Backlash.
Monday, April 6, 2009
Raw Results 04-06-09
Raw opened with a slideshow of highlights from Wrestlemania 25, including Stone Cold Steve Austin, Undertaker, John Cena, Randy Orton, the Hardy's, Ric Flair, Kid Rock and Mickey Rourke.
As the show opened, Jerry Lawler announced there will be a Wrestlemania All-Star tag team match featuring John Cena, Rey Mysterio, CM Punk, Jeff Hardy and Ricky Steamboat vs. Chris Jericho, Edge, Matt Hardy, Big Show & Kane.
Randy Orton amde his way down to the ring to open the show. Orton put his hand up to his face signifying his injury from HHH's sledgehammer shot last night. Jerry Lawler said he was surprised to see Orton walking after last night's beating. Orton chastised HHH for using a sledgehammer last night and the fans for enjoying it. Orton said last night's victory was meaningless, and HHH can't beat him on his own. Orton vowed to get revenge saying the McMahon family, the WWE and fans all owe it to him. Orton said he'll beat HHH and become WWE Champ. He said if the McMahons interfere they'll be in trouble, and mentioned how he hasn't seen Linda in a while or ever met the McMahon grandchildren. Suddenly, Mr. McMahon.s music came on and the Chairman arrived out walking down the ramp.
As McMahon got in the ring, Orton ducked out and backed up the ramp. Vince grabbed a mic to yell at Orton for what he said. Vince began taunting Orton saying if he wants a McMahon there's one in the ring now. Vince told him he won't get another title match, but at Backlash he'll have a tidal wave coming at him. Vince announced at the PPV it will be Orton, Dibiase & Rhodes vs. Triple H, Shane and Vincent Kennedy McMahon. Orton accused Vince of hiding behind HHH and Shane, but Vince called Randy a failure without Legacy. Orton challenged Vince to a one-on-one match tonight so he won't make it to Backlash. Vince accepted.
A commercial was shown advertising next week's 3 hour Raw starting at 8PM EST on USA for the WWE Draft.
The Miz & John Morrison vs. The Colons (Unified Tag Team Title Lumberjack match)
Michael Cole noted that last night before Wrestlemania The Colons won the WWE unified tag team titles. Various lumberjacks from ECW, Smackdown and Raw surrounded the ring including R-Truth, Khali, Tyson Kidd, Ricky Ortiz, Cryme Tyme and Ezekiel Jackson.
Miz and Morrison began working a doubleteam on Primo at one point, slamming him face first to the mat. Carlito came in to break up the pinfall. Eventually, Primo escaped Miz with a jawbreaker and in came Carlito with momentum. At one point, Carlito and Miz battled on the top of the corner, but both men fell out. They were pounced on by the various lumberjacks, prompting Primo to jump into the pile to save Carlito and Morrison to do a spinning cannonball into the other side of wrestlers taking them out. Miz tried to pin Carlito in the ring to no avail. Things continued with all four men getting involved in the ring.
Primo was able to use a headscissors to pull Morrison over the ropes. Miz tried to pin Carlito after a missed Backstabber, but Carlito kicked out. Miz grabbed Carlito up in an Electric Chair, but Carlito slid off and hit the Backstabber. The Colons win via pinfall over Miz and Morrison to retain the WWE-Unified tag team titles.
Shane McMahon stopped in Vince's office for a visit, hinting that it's supposed to be the 3 of them at Backlash vs. Orton, Rhodes, Dibiase. Vince said he's never backed down from a challenge and wants to get his hands on Orton badly. Shane asked if he wants to do this on his own and Vince said yes.
A promotional video was shown about John Cena's "12 Rounds" and all of the various shows he's appeared on to promote the movie. Appearances have included "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno", "G4's Attack of the Show", "Live with Regis & Kelly", and even "Despierta America" in Spanish.
Mckie James, Jillian Hall, Layla, Kelly Kelly & Layla vs. Gail Kim, Maria, Natalya, Eve Torres, & Maryse (Raw vs. Smackdown Divas Tag Team Match)
Gail Kim started off against Melina and eventually was able to toss her from the ring. Maryse got in a cheap shot kick to Melina as the ref was distracted. Next, Natalya came in and began to continue punishing Melina. After a vicious submission hold, Melina broke free and jumped to tag Mickie in. Mickie gained the advantage against Natalya, until Natalya managed to yank Mickie from the ropes and slammed her down. Natalya with the pinfall, but Layla rushed in to knock her off Mickie. Natalya took exception and tossed Layla out of the ring for the Smackdown divas to beat up. All the Raw divas ran over and a melee started. Mickie and Natalya were still fighting in the ring while the other divas brawled outside. While seated on the corner Mickie grabbed Natalya for a DDT and got the winning pinfall. The Raw divas celebrated in the ring then taunted the Smackdown divas who were on the ramp. Mickie James, Jillian Hall, Layla, Kelly Kelly & Melina win via pinfall over Maryse, Natalya, Gail Kim, Maria & Eve Torres.
Backstage, Shane McMahon visited HHH in the locker room and asked him to try to talk some sense into Vince about going up against Orton. HHH said he doubts the old man will listen to him but will give it a shot.
Michael Cole discussed WM25. A slide image was shown of Cena with Big Show and Edge hoisted up on his shoulders during their title match.
WWE Slam of the Week was from Wrestlemania 25 where JBL declared he'd give the most dominant victory in Wrestlemania history. Despite a cheap shot before the bell, Mysterio recovered and grabbed a 21 second IC title win over JBL. JBL grabbed a mic and yelled "I Quit!"
John Cena, Rey Mysterio, CM Punk, Jeff Hardy & Ricky Steamboat vs. Chris Jericho, Edge, Matt Hardy, Big Show & Kane
Slideshow style images were shown of how CM Punk won Money in the Bank last night. Punk managed to kick Kane off the ladder to grab the briefcase which he brought to the ring for tonight's match. Michael Cole questioned whether John Cena will be part of Raw after next week's WWE Draft. Highlight images were shown from the Jericho vs. Legends match where Steamboat put on quite a show despite his team losing. Mickey Rourke, a former boxer, got into the ring and KO'd Jericho with a left hook.
Rey Mysterio countered a Matt Hardy move early on, then tagged in Jeff Hardy. Matt quickly backed away to his corner to elude Jeff, tagging in Edge. Edge controlled things briefly, until Hardy was able to slam him down and tag in Cena. Edge tried to beat up on Cena in the corner, but Cena was able to apply a wristlock on Edge. After the crowd chanted for Steamboat, Cena tagged him in to jump off the ropes and hit Edge. Steamboat applied a submission hold and was able to land a cross body on Edge. At one point almost all the heels came at Steamboat, with The Dragon dispatching of them. Only Big Show remained on the apron. Kane was eventually able to hit Steamboat with a Sidewalk Slam which allowed Jericho to tag in and go after Steamboat.
Big Show got into the ring next and began to punch Steamboat around the ring as the fans chanted for Steamboat. The Dragon used chest chops but Show responded with a headbutt. Jericho was back in yet again to work on Steamboat. Jericho eventually had Steamboat in the Walls of Jericho, but Steamboat reversed it for a near pinfall. Steamboat finally escaped and tagged in CM Punk. Punk had serious momentum, knocking Hardy and Edge off the apron, but Kane soon leveled him with a uppercut. Jericho had a near pinfall. The heels ganged up on Punk, who was finally able to counter a Kane chokeslam with a DDT. Punk jumped to tag Jeff Hardy who came in against Edge.
Eventually everyone got involved with Jeff legal and tossing Matt to the outside. Kane & Punk recovered on the outside. Jeff tagged Cena then leapt over the ropes onto Matt. Cena came in and was up on Big Show's shoulders, but close enough to slap Rey's hand for a tag. Cena ended up clotheslining Big Show to the outside. Mysterio was the legal man and managed to get a double 619 on Edge & Jericho. With Edge and Jericho stumbling around Rey got on one corner and Steamboat on the other. Steamboat flew off to bodypress on Edge, while Rey splashed onto Jericho to take the winning pinfall.
Lawler noted that Punk could cash in the MITB briefcase at any time, as he was near Cena in the victory celebration. Ricky Steamboat posed for the fans while Mysterio's music continued playing. The team of John Cena, CM Punk, Rey Mysterio, Jeff Hardy and Ricky Steamboat wins via pinfall over Matt Hardy, Edge, Kane, Big Show & Chris Jericho.
Triple H visited Vince backstage who told him he didn't want to hear it. Triple H called Vince a stubborn SOB but told him he's proud of him and told Vince "finish it".
Lillian Garcia introduced Raw's interim GM, Vickie Guerrero. Vickie was wheeled out by Chavo Guerrero to the ramp. With a mic in hand, Vickie said the board of directors gave her decision of whether to be permanent GM of Raw or Smackdown, but she could not be GM of both. Vickie said with the draft approaching she decided to choose Raw and will now be the GM. Vickie called Raw "stale and stagnant" and she can breath some fresh air into it with her professionalism. Vickie announced that Edge will get a rematch for the World Heavyweight title against John Cena at Backlash. Vickie announced that at Backlash in the 6 man tag match between Orton, Rhodes, Dibiase and Vince, Shane, HHH, that it will be a title match. Vickie said if anyone on HHH's team wins it, HHH remains WWE champ, but if anyone on Orton's team wins it, Orton becomes the champ.
Cole and Lawler discussed the fact Vickie will be their new GM and how bad it is. They switched gears to Wrestlemania 25 with Lawler calling it one of the greatest Wrestlemania's he's seen. The commentators were interrupted again with Vickie being wheeled out and talking on the mic. Vickie said the title match at Backlash between Edge and Cena will be a Last Man Standing match.
After a Wrestlemania 25 highlight video was shown, Randy Orton was shown preparing backstage with Rhodes & Dibiase.
A commercial was shown announcing the premiere of WWE Superstars on WGN America, Thursday, April 16, 2009. The show will feature every superstar, diva and exciting highlight.
Cole and Lawler introduced footage from the 2009 WWE Hall of Fame induction ceremony. The Funks, Von Erichs, Bill Watts, Howard Finkel, Ricky Steamboat and Stone Cold Steve Austin were all shown. Steamboat flashed his hall of fame ring and told Mickey Rourke it was his Oscar. Vince McMahon spoke about his love-hate relationship with Stone Cold Steve Austin, before Austin came out to accept his induction into the hall.
Lillian Garcia introduced "Miss Wrestlemania", Santina. Santina came out in an ll pink getup, with sweater and skirt, wearing a sash and crown. Santina spoke about how Santino was crushed that he was unable to compete for Miss Wrestlemania, but now he's ok because his own flesh and blood was victorious. Santina went on and on about what she might do now that she's Miss Wrestlemania. All of a sudden, Beth Phoenix and Rosa Mendes came down to the ring to interrupt. Santina said they haven't been properly introduced. Beth told Santina to cut the crap, and yelled at her for tossing Beth out of the ring. Beth challenged Santina to a match tonight to which Santina accepted, and called for a referee. Rosa Mendes tried to stop them but couldn't.
Santina Marella vs. Beth Phoenix
During a commercial break, Santina did a dance routine in the ring. Beth took control early on, and tried to lift Santina's skirt to spank him. Santina escaped out of the ring. Beth chased him/her and Rosa tried to intervene. Back in the ring, Beth grabbed Santina up on her shoulders, but Santina held onto the ropes. Santina was able to use the ropes to propel himself into a rollup pinfall on Beth. Santina escaped up the ramp while an angry Beth Phoenix was held back in the ring by Rosa. Santina Marella wins via pinfall over Beth Phoenix.
Vince McMahon vs. Triple H
After an early stare down, Vince slapped Orton down, then hit him with a bunch of punches. Vince continued the onslaught in the corner, elbowing and hitting Orton. Vince kicked Orton to the outside then went out and slammed him face first into the commentators' table twice, before beating him up against the side of the ring. Back inside, Orton turned the tables and was able to slam Vince against his side, then began to punch away on the Chairman. Orton began using knee after knee dropping onto Vince's head. Orton hit the RKO, then began to stalk Vince. Orton got up and looked at Vince on the mat, then measured for the Punt kick from the corner.
Orton prepared to go at Vince for the kick. Suddenly, Shane McMahon rushed down to the ring and slid in to grab Orton's leg, preventing the kick. Shane jumped on Orton and began punching away as Vince rolled to the outside. Soon, Rhodes & Dibiase rushed down to the ring and helped gang up on Shane & Vince. After a few moments of the beatdown, Triple H rushed down to the ring, leveling Rhodes outside the ring, then tossing Dibiase into a crowd barrier.
In the ring HHH went at Orton, but Legacy managed to get in and help Orton gain control of him. Legacy was in control beating up on HHH and keeping Shane away. As they continued their attack, suddenly the crowd erupted. Batista's theme music hit and The Animal was back on Raw! Batista rushed down into the ring and took out Legacy, eventually getting Rhodes with the Batista Bomb. From the announcer's area, Vince grabbed a mic and told Orton he was right, Vince won't make it to Backlash, so Batista will take his place. Orton was enraged up on the ramp as Raw went off the air. Match ended once Shane McMahon then Legacy became involved.
As the show opened, Jerry Lawler announced there will be a Wrestlemania All-Star tag team match featuring John Cena, Rey Mysterio, CM Punk, Jeff Hardy and Ricky Steamboat vs. Chris Jericho, Edge, Matt Hardy, Big Show & Kane.
Randy Orton amde his way down to the ring to open the show. Orton put his hand up to his face signifying his injury from HHH's sledgehammer shot last night. Jerry Lawler said he was surprised to see Orton walking after last night's beating. Orton chastised HHH for using a sledgehammer last night and the fans for enjoying it. Orton said last night's victory was meaningless, and HHH can't beat him on his own. Orton vowed to get revenge saying the McMahon family, the WWE and fans all owe it to him. Orton said he'll beat HHH and become WWE Champ. He said if the McMahons interfere they'll be in trouble, and mentioned how he hasn't seen Linda in a while or ever met the McMahon grandchildren. Suddenly, Mr. McMahon.s music came on and the Chairman arrived out walking down the ramp.
As McMahon got in the ring, Orton ducked out and backed up the ramp. Vince grabbed a mic to yell at Orton for what he said. Vince began taunting Orton saying if he wants a McMahon there's one in the ring now. Vince told him he won't get another title match, but at Backlash he'll have a tidal wave coming at him. Vince announced at the PPV it will be Orton, Dibiase & Rhodes vs. Triple H, Shane and Vincent Kennedy McMahon. Orton accused Vince of hiding behind HHH and Shane, but Vince called Randy a failure without Legacy. Orton challenged Vince to a one-on-one match tonight so he won't make it to Backlash. Vince accepted.
A commercial was shown advertising next week's 3 hour Raw starting at 8PM EST on USA for the WWE Draft.
The Miz & John Morrison vs. The Colons (Unified Tag Team Title Lumberjack match)
Michael Cole noted that last night before Wrestlemania The Colons won the WWE unified tag team titles. Various lumberjacks from ECW, Smackdown and Raw surrounded the ring including R-Truth, Khali, Tyson Kidd, Ricky Ortiz, Cryme Tyme and Ezekiel Jackson.
Miz and Morrison began working a doubleteam on Primo at one point, slamming him face first to the mat. Carlito came in to break up the pinfall. Eventually, Primo escaped Miz with a jawbreaker and in came Carlito with momentum. At one point, Carlito and Miz battled on the top of the corner, but both men fell out. They were pounced on by the various lumberjacks, prompting Primo to jump into the pile to save Carlito and Morrison to do a spinning cannonball into the other side of wrestlers taking them out. Miz tried to pin Carlito in the ring to no avail. Things continued with all four men getting involved in the ring.
Primo was able to use a headscissors to pull Morrison over the ropes. Miz tried to pin Carlito after a missed Backstabber, but Carlito kicked out. Miz grabbed Carlito up in an Electric Chair, but Carlito slid off and hit the Backstabber. The Colons win via pinfall over Miz and Morrison to retain the WWE-Unified tag team titles.
Shane McMahon stopped in Vince's office for a visit, hinting that it's supposed to be the 3 of them at Backlash vs. Orton, Rhodes, Dibiase. Vince said he's never backed down from a challenge and wants to get his hands on Orton badly. Shane asked if he wants to do this on his own and Vince said yes.
A promotional video was shown about John Cena's "12 Rounds" and all of the various shows he's appeared on to promote the movie. Appearances have included "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno", "G4's Attack of the Show", "Live with Regis & Kelly", and even "Despierta America" in Spanish.
Mckie James, Jillian Hall, Layla, Kelly Kelly & Layla vs. Gail Kim, Maria, Natalya, Eve Torres, & Maryse (Raw vs. Smackdown Divas Tag Team Match)
Gail Kim started off against Melina and eventually was able to toss her from the ring. Maryse got in a cheap shot kick to Melina as the ref was distracted. Next, Natalya came in and began to continue punishing Melina. After a vicious submission hold, Melina broke free and jumped to tag Mickie in. Mickie gained the advantage against Natalya, until Natalya managed to yank Mickie from the ropes and slammed her down. Natalya with the pinfall, but Layla rushed in to knock her off Mickie. Natalya took exception and tossed Layla out of the ring for the Smackdown divas to beat up. All the Raw divas ran over and a melee started. Mickie and Natalya were still fighting in the ring while the other divas brawled outside. While seated on the corner Mickie grabbed Natalya for a DDT and got the winning pinfall. The Raw divas celebrated in the ring then taunted the Smackdown divas who were on the ramp. Mickie James, Jillian Hall, Layla, Kelly Kelly & Melina win via pinfall over Maryse, Natalya, Gail Kim, Maria & Eve Torres.
Backstage, Shane McMahon visited HHH in the locker room and asked him to try to talk some sense into Vince about going up against Orton. HHH said he doubts the old man will listen to him but will give it a shot.
Michael Cole discussed WM25. A slide image was shown of Cena with Big Show and Edge hoisted up on his shoulders during their title match.
WWE Slam of the Week was from Wrestlemania 25 where JBL declared he'd give the most dominant victory in Wrestlemania history. Despite a cheap shot before the bell, Mysterio recovered and grabbed a 21 second IC title win over JBL. JBL grabbed a mic and yelled "I Quit!"
John Cena, Rey Mysterio, CM Punk, Jeff Hardy & Ricky Steamboat vs. Chris Jericho, Edge, Matt Hardy, Big Show & Kane
Slideshow style images were shown of how CM Punk won Money in the Bank last night. Punk managed to kick Kane off the ladder to grab the briefcase which he brought to the ring for tonight's match. Michael Cole questioned whether John Cena will be part of Raw after next week's WWE Draft. Highlight images were shown from the Jericho vs. Legends match where Steamboat put on quite a show despite his team losing. Mickey Rourke, a former boxer, got into the ring and KO'd Jericho with a left hook.
Rey Mysterio countered a Matt Hardy move early on, then tagged in Jeff Hardy. Matt quickly backed away to his corner to elude Jeff, tagging in Edge. Edge controlled things briefly, until Hardy was able to slam him down and tag in Cena. Edge tried to beat up on Cena in the corner, but Cena was able to apply a wristlock on Edge. After the crowd chanted for Steamboat, Cena tagged him in to jump off the ropes and hit Edge. Steamboat applied a submission hold and was able to land a cross body on Edge. At one point almost all the heels came at Steamboat, with The Dragon dispatching of them. Only Big Show remained on the apron. Kane was eventually able to hit Steamboat with a Sidewalk Slam which allowed Jericho to tag in and go after Steamboat.
Big Show got into the ring next and began to punch Steamboat around the ring as the fans chanted for Steamboat. The Dragon used chest chops but Show responded with a headbutt. Jericho was back in yet again to work on Steamboat. Jericho eventually had Steamboat in the Walls of Jericho, but Steamboat reversed it for a near pinfall. Steamboat finally escaped and tagged in CM Punk. Punk had serious momentum, knocking Hardy and Edge off the apron, but Kane soon leveled him with a uppercut. Jericho had a near pinfall. The heels ganged up on Punk, who was finally able to counter a Kane chokeslam with a DDT. Punk jumped to tag Jeff Hardy who came in against Edge.
Eventually everyone got involved with Jeff legal and tossing Matt to the outside. Kane & Punk recovered on the outside. Jeff tagged Cena then leapt over the ropes onto Matt. Cena came in and was up on Big Show's shoulders, but close enough to slap Rey's hand for a tag. Cena ended up clotheslining Big Show to the outside. Mysterio was the legal man and managed to get a double 619 on Edge & Jericho. With Edge and Jericho stumbling around Rey got on one corner and Steamboat on the other. Steamboat flew off to bodypress on Edge, while Rey splashed onto Jericho to take the winning pinfall.
Lawler noted that Punk could cash in the MITB briefcase at any time, as he was near Cena in the victory celebration. Ricky Steamboat posed for the fans while Mysterio's music continued playing. The team of John Cena, CM Punk, Rey Mysterio, Jeff Hardy and Ricky Steamboat wins via pinfall over Matt Hardy, Edge, Kane, Big Show & Chris Jericho.
Triple H visited Vince backstage who told him he didn't want to hear it. Triple H called Vince a stubborn SOB but told him he's proud of him and told Vince "finish it".
Lillian Garcia introduced Raw's interim GM, Vickie Guerrero. Vickie was wheeled out by Chavo Guerrero to the ramp. With a mic in hand, Vickie said the board of directors gave her decision of whether to be permanent GM of Raw or Smackdown, but she could not be GM of both. Vickie said with the draft approaching she decided to choose Raw and will now be the GM. Vickie called Raw "stale and stagnant" and she can breath some fresh air into it with her professionalism. Vickie announced that Edge will get a rematch for the World Heavyweight title against John Cena at Backlash. Vickie announced that at Backlash in the 6 man tag match between Orton, Rhodes, Dibiase and Vince, Shane, HHH, that it will be a title match. Vickie said if anyone on HHH's team wins it, HHH remains WWE champ, but if anyone on Orton's team wins it, Orton becomes the champ.
Cole and Lawler discussed the fact Vickie will be their new GM and how bad it is. They switched gears to Wrestlemania 25 with Lawler calling it one of the greatest Wrestlemania's he's seen. The commentators were interrupted again with Vickie being wheeled out and talking on the mic. Vickie said the title match at Backlash between Edge and Cena will be a Last Man Standing match.
After a Wrestlemania 25 highlight video was shown, Randy Orton was shown preparing backstage with Rhodes & Dibiase.
A commercial was shown announcing the premiere of WWE Superstars on WGN America, Thursday, April 16, 2009. The show will feature every superstar, diva and exciting highlight.
Cole and Lawler introduced footage from the 2009 WWE Hall of Fame induction ceremony. The Funks, Von Erichs, Bill Watts, Howard Finkel, Ricky Steamboat and Stone Cold Steve Austin were all shown. Steamboat flashed his hall of fame ring and told Mickey Rourke it was his Oscar. Vince McMahon spoke about his love-hate relationship with Stone Cold Steve Austin, before Austin came out to accept his induction into the hall.
Lillian Garcia introduced "Miss Wrestlemania", Santina. Santina came out in an ll pink getup, with sweater and skirt, wearing a sash and crown. Santina spoke about how Santino was crushed that he was unable to compete for Miss Wrestlemania, but now he's ok because his own flesh and blood was victorious. Santina went on and on about what she might do now that she's Miss Wrestlemania. All of a sudden, Beth Phoenix and Rosa Mendes came down to the ring to interrupt. Santina said they haven't been properly introduced. Beth told Santina to cut the crap, and yelled at her for tossing Beth out of the ring. Beth challenged Santina to a match tonight to which Santina accepted, and called for a referee. Rosa Mendes tried to stop them but couldn't.
Santina Marella vs. Beth Phoenix
During a commercial break, Santina did a dance routine in the ring. Beth took control early on, and tried to lift Santina's skirt to spank him. Santina escaped out of the ring. Beth chased him/her and Rosa tried to intervene. Back in the ring, Beth grabbed Santina up on her shoulders, but Santina held onto the ropes. Santina was able to use the ropes to propel himself into a rollup pinfall on Beth. Santina escaped up the ramp while an angry Beth Phoenix was held back in the ring by Rosa. Santina Marella wins via pinfall over Beth Phoenix.
Vince McMahon vs. Triple H
After an early stare down, Vince slapped Orton down, then hit him with a bunch of punches. Vince continued the onslaught in the corner, elbowing and hitting Orton. Vince kicked Orton to the outside then went out and slammed him face first into the commentators' table twice, before beating him up against the side of the ring. Back inside, Orton turned the tables and was able to slam Vince against his side, then began to punch away on the Chairman. Orton began using knee after knee dropping onto Vince's head. Orton hit the RKO, then began to stalk Vince. Orton got up and looked at Vince on the mat, then measured for the Punt kick from the corner.
Orton prepared to go at Vince for the kick. Suddenly, Shane McMahon rushed down to the ring and slid in to grab Orton's leg, preventing the kick. Shane jumped on Orton and began punching away as Vince rolled to the outside. Soon, Rhodes & Dibiase rushed down to the ring and helped gang up on Shane & Vince. After a few moments of the beatdown, Triple H rushed down to the ring, leveling Rhodes outside the ring, then tossing Dibiase into a crowd barrier.
In the ring HHH went at Orton, but Legacy managed to get in and help Orton gain control of him. Legacy was in control beating up on HHH and keeping Shane away. As they continued their attack, suddenly the crowd erupted. Batista's theme music hit and The Animal was back on Raw! Batista rushed down into the ring and took out Legacy, eventually getting Rhodes with the Batista Bomb. From the announcer's area, Vince grabbed a mic and told Orton he was right, Vince won't make it to Backlash, so Batista will take his place. Orton was enraged up on the ramp as Raw went off the air. Match ended once Shane McMahon then Legacy became involved.
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