ECW GM Tiffany was in the ring to start off the show, and welcomed fans to a new era of ECW. Tiffany said that ECW will continue to host the most talented young superstars in pro-wrestling via the Superstar Initiative, and that the show may have lost several key stars but it's gained some big stars as well. Tiffany said it was time to kick things off, and Shelton Benjamin arrived to the ring to start it off.
Yoshi Tatsu vs. Shelton Benjamin
Yoshi was part of the new superstar initiative arriving via Japan. Shelton Benjamin got on the mic and insulted Yoshi with a mocking Japanese accent, telling him to stand back or he'd call Godzilla. As the bell rang, Shelton waltzed around and continued to bow to the crowd, mocking the new superstar. Shelton did a fake Sumo stance, then another bow to Yoshi. As Shelton came up from the bow, Yoshi connected on a serious kick to his head and KO'd Shelton to the mat for a winning pinfall. Yoshi celebrated and then bowed to his fallen opponent before leaving. Yoshi Tatsu wins via pinfall over Shelton Benjamin.
Striker announced tonight's main event will be Tommy Dreamer and Christian teaming up to face Vladimir Kozlov and William Regal.
A new WWE personality, Abraham Washington was shown walking backstage and shaking hands with various people. Matthews said his new in-ring talk show is up next with the Bella Twins.
Abraham Washington came to the ring for his brand new ECW talk show. The fans started a "What?" chant as Washington discussed various WWE topics such as John Cena, The Miz, 12 Rounds and the 3 Stages of Hell. Washington then introduced The Bella Twins, ECW's newest acquisitions. During the show, a special corner ad displayed for ECW saying it will air next week on Thursday at 7PM EST. During his routine, Washington made several wise crack question jokes asking if the Bellas wore weaves. Washington also asked several questions to get the Twins mad at each other, such as who had the first kiss, and which Twin is the better athlete. Nikki and Brie started arguing as to who was the better twin when it came to keeping a boyfriend. As the Bellas started arguing, Washington said the show had to come to an end, and he tried to sit in between them on the couch. The Bellas both got up at once and left Washington in the ring.
Oliver John vs. Sheamus
Sheamus was yet another newcomer on the ECW program, and squared off against an amateur, Oliver John. Sheamus cut a promo on the mic about being an Irish Celtic warrior and how he was there to claim ECW as his own. Sheamus was able to knock down John with a hard clubbing forearm before he locked in a chinlock on him. As John stood up to the crowd's clapping, Sheamus threw him back down, then whipped him to the corner so he could ram into him. John finally fought back a bit, but was soon whipped to the ropes and came back into a hard boot by Sheamus followed by him slamming John down across his knee before the pin. Sheamus wins via pinfall over Oliver John.
Backstage, Vladimir Kozlov was shown getting himself prepared for the main event. William Regal came walking up and told Kozlov to remember what they talked about. Regal said he doesn't want to be embarassed on his first night with ECW. Koloz said something in Russian then said "embarass you, I got it".
Zack Ryder was shown backstage in a locker room fixing his hair up and checking it in his sunglasses. A new wrestler walked up to him and was all buddy-buddy with Ryder, saying he's from So Cal and has been impressed with Ryder's matches. The man introduced himself as Tyler Rex and said he'd be facing Ryder on WWE Superstars this Thursday. Zack Ryder told the rookie he better go get prepared because he'll need all that he's got.
Matt Striker and Josh Matthews introduced the Raw Rebound. The highlights showed Batista serving as last night's guest host. The Animal announced a Night of Champions tournament featuring Miz vs. Cena and HHH vs. MVP. Cena and Triple H advanced to next week's final match. Also, Batista put Randy Orton into a 3 on 1 Gauntlet match as the main event, to get revenge on Orton for hurting him. The Gauntlet featured the 3 new ECW superstars who were traded to Raw, Evan Bourne, Jack Swagger and then Mark Henry. Orton beat Bourne by pinfall, then Swagger came down and was purposely counted out, out of respect for Orton. Mark Henry pretended he was going to do the same, then waved his finger no, smiling, and got back in the ring to fight. Henry took the fight to Orton and hit the World's Strongest Slam to win it.
Christian was shown walking backstage, then came up to Tommy Dreamer. Dreamer asked Christian if he's ready. Christian said they're in the same arena where he made his return to WWE & ECW. Christian also let Dreamer know he plans to regain the ECW title. Dreamer asked why Christian picked right before the tag match to tell him all this, then said let's go.
Christian & Tommy Dreamer vs. William Regal & Vladimir Kozlov
Early on Christian took it to Regal, before Regal tagged in Vladimir Kozlov. Christian continued trying to fight and elude Kozlov but was eventually knocked down. Kozlov put Christian up on his shoulder to squeeze the life out of him. Christian eventually slid off and tagged in Dreamer. Dreamer punched away at Kozlov for a bit and hit a flying cross body on him, before yanking the top rope down for Kozlov to fall out. As Kozlov got back on the apron, Christian had tagged in and ran over to dropkick him off. ECW went to commercial with Regal outside defending Kozlov from a Christian jump off the corner.
ECW returned with Regal locking in a headlock on Dreamer in the ring. Dreamer stood up to fight but Regal kneed him and continued to unload on Dreamer. With the ref distracted by Regal, Kozlov got in a few cheap shots on Dreamer from the apron. Kozlov tagged in to hit repeated elbow drops on Dreamer. Dreamer finally fought back when Regal had tagged in again, and he was able to leap over to tag Christian. Christian came in with a flurry of punches on Regal to drop him to the mat. After a failed pinfall on Regal, Christian rushed over to shove Kozlov off the apron. Christian hit a Sunset Flip on Regal but couldn't score the pinfall. Regal jumped out of the ring and yanked Christian's arm against the top rope. Kozlov came back in to whip Christian corner to corner, focusing on the left arm of Christian. Regal and Kozlov took turns working on Christian's injury to keep him away from a tag. At one point, Regal and Christian collided head to head and both men hit the mat. Eventually they both were able to make tags.
Dreamer came in to face Kozlov, and kept coming off the ropes with clotheslines but couldn't bring Kozlov down. Dreamer finally connected on a clothesline off the corner to level him. Regal came into the ring to break up Dreamer's pin, and Christian took him to the outside. Dreamer set up for the DDT on Kozlov, but Kozlov countered to get out. Dreamer hit a neckbreaker but failed to score the pinfall. Meanwhile, Regal threw Christian into the steel steps and got back on the apron, then slapped Kozlov's back to tag in. Kozlov turned and glared at Regal, and Dreamer clotheslined Kozlov out of the ring. Regal was able to knock Dreamer down and prepared to kick him. As Regal backed up he got right near Kozlov who slapped his back to tag in. Kozlov came in, grabbed Dreamer and slammed him down hard for the pinfall win. Regal seemed upset at first over Kozlov getting the win, but then shook his hand and celebrated the win suspiciously with Kozlov in the ring.
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Wrestlers upset over Vickie Guerrero's salary
The word going around the WWE locker room is that Vickie Guerrero was only being paid $500 per appearance, and on top of that she had to cover her own hotel expenses. There are some wrestlers who are understandably fired up over the rumor, feeling that the company could have done more to take care of the now-former RAW and SmackDown general manager.
Although, it is worth noting that WWE paid for Eddie Guerrero’s funeral, and friends suspect they did more to help out the family. So while the $500 per appearance rate looks horrible on the surface, the company may have quietly done more for Vickie and her children than the locker room is aware of.
Although, it is worth noting that WWE paid for Eddie Guerrero’s funeral, and friends suspect they did more to help out the family. So while the $500 per appearance rate looks horrible on the surface, the company may have quietly done more for Vickie and her children than the locker room is aware of.
Million Dollar Man to be special guest host on next weeks Raw
Batista was Raw's special guest host on Monday nights Raw. Raw, of course will now have a special guest host each week instead of a regular GM running the show.
Next weeks special guest GM will be Ted DiBiase Sr. That's right! The Million Dollar man will appear at next weeks Raw as the special guest host.
Next weeks special guest GM will be Ted DiBiase Sr. That's right! The Million Dollar man will appear at next weeks Raw as the special guest host.
WWE Trades Breakdown
Before selling WWE Raw back to Mr. McMahon at double the original buy price, Donald Trump made sure to orchestrate a major superstar trade between the three shows. Only months after the WWE draft; Smackdown, Raw and ECW all traded for 5 new superstars. Here is a breakdown of what superstars ended up where.
To the Raw roster:
Gail Kim
Alicia Fox
Jack Swagger
Evan Bourne
Mark Henry
To the SmackDown roster:
Matt Hardy
Finlay
The Hart Dynasty - David Hart Smith, Tyson Kidd & Natalya
To the ECW roster:
Shelton Benjamin
Goldust
William Regal
Brie & Nikki Bella
With Goldust move to ECW, he leaves Hornswoggle. Matt Hardy returns to Smackdown with his brother Jeff, we'll see what happens there. Overall I think Raw did the best adding two beautiful Divas, getting Swagger, the high flying Bourne and the powerful Mark Henry.
To the Raw roster:
Gail Kim
Alicia Fox
Jack Swagger
Evan Bourne
Mark Henry
To the SmackDown roster:
Matt Hardy
Finlay
The Hart Dynasty - David Hart Smith, Tyson Kidd & Natalya
To the ECW roster:
Shelton Benjamin
Goldust
William Regal
Brie & Nikki Bella
With Goldust move to ECW, he leaves Hornswoggle. Matt Hardy returns to Smackdown with his brother Jeff, we'll see what happens there. Overall I think Raw did the best adding two beautiful Divas, getting Swagger, the high flying Bourne and the powerful Mark Henry.
Monday, June 29, 2009
Raw Results 06-29-09
WWE Chairman Vince McMahon came onto the ramp to start Raw. Vince spoke about Trump's actions last week of holding a commercial-free show and giving all fans in attendance their money back. Vince said he can't do commercial free, but he could give all the fans there their money back. The fans went wild and Vince said "but I won't do that", sending the fans into a chorus of boos. Vince informed everyone that during Trump's reign last week he set up a 15 superstar trade between ECW, Smackdown and Raw. Vince also spoke of Trump's idea to have no formal GM, and have a guest host each episode of Raw. Vince said tonight's guest host will be The Animal Dave Batista. Batista came out in a suit with a special arm brace on his left arm. Michael Cole said Batista will be out of action for months.
Batista got into the ring and said tonight there will be a four man Night of the Champions tournament to determine Randy Orton's opponent for the WWE Title at Night of Champions. The matches will be The Miz vs. John Cena and MVP vs. Triple H. As Batista continued talking about being a guest host, all of a sudden Orton's music came on, and Legacy came to the ramp. Orton had a mic and asked Batista what's stopping them from coming down to tear the rest of him apart. Batista said not much except he'll fire all of them if they cross him. Orton talked about barely surviving "3 Stages of Hell" at The Bash last night. Batista told Orton not to worry because he wouldn't make him defend the title tonight, but he should be worried about the trade Trump made. Batista said there's 5 new superstars from Smackdown, but Orton only has to face 3 of them, in a 3 on 1 Gauntlet match tonight. Batista said he knows Orton loves 3 on 1 fights, so now he gets to be on the receiving end of one.
Raw Rewind showed slideshows of the "3 Stages of Hell" match from the Bash, which went all 3 Stages. The final stage was the Stretcher match, and Orton had help from Legacy and a weapon to eventually put HHH on a stretcher and wheel him across the finish line. Despite the win, Orton got clocked in the head by the Sledgehammer and knocked out on the ramp along with Legacy.
MVP vs. Triple H (Night of Champions Tournament Match 1)
Footage was shown from MVP accompanying Sheri Sheppard to the BET Awards last night.
In this first tournament match, MVP tried to take advantage of the fact HHH was so beaten up from last night. Triple H had the Pedigree at one point, but MVP countered and backdropped HHH. MVP was able to connect on a boot to Triple H in the corner, then brought HHH center ring for the Playmaker. Triple H blocked the move then put MVP into the Pedigree to win the match. Triple H wins via pinfall over MVP to advance to the Finals of the Night of Champions Tournament.
WWE Slam of the Week was from The Bash. In the Unified Tag Team Title match between The Colons and Legacy, Smackdown GM Teddy Long added the team of Chris Jericho and Edge to the match. Edge eventually made a blind tag to get in the match without Carlito seeing it. Edge hit the Spear and pinned Carlito to win the belts.
The Colons vs. Edge & Jericho (Unified Tag Team Title Match)
Edge and Jericho came to the ring first, each with mics. Jericho began talking about how he vowed never to return to Raw again. Edge interrupted him saying Edge coached Jericho last night, and the two of them formed a united front because they weren't getting it done on their own. Edge said as Unified Tag team champs they can now appear on any show they want.
Late in the match, Carlito was able to hit the Backstabber on Edge, but the ref was distracted checking on Jericho and Primo. Carlito had a pinfall, but as the ref counted it Jericho rushed back in to shove Carlito off the pin. Primo came back in and took Jericho to the outside. Edge and Carlito remained in the ring, with Primo fighting Jericho. Carlito kneed Edge in the face then went to jump off the ropes for his elbow. Somehow Carlito got tripped up in the ropes and fell back, allowing Edge to gain the advantage and spear him as he got up. Edge took the winning pin to retain the titles.
After the match, Carlito asked Primo what went wrong. A replay showed that Jericho shoved Primo into the apron outside the ring which caused him to hit the bottom rope, making Carlito fall. Carlito and Primo continued arguing inside the ring about it. Edge and Jericho win via pinfall over The Colons to retain the Unified Tag Titles.
Cole and Lawler discussed The Bash Pay-Per-View. Backstage, Randy Orton yelled at Rhodes and Dibiase about the Gauntlet match asking who Batista thinks he is. Just then Batista walked up to them and said if Rhodes or Dibiase gets involved in the Gauntlet, they're fired.
Michael Cole and Lawler introduced a John Cena promo highlight reel video followed by footage of The Miz constantly mocking Cena and insulting him on Raw. Miz pretended to continually call out and win matches against Cena by forfeit. Miz and Cena finally fought formally at The Bash last night with Cena able to win rather easily.
The Miz vs. John Cena (Night of Champions Tournament Match 2)
Miz tried to start off aggressive, but Cena soon took control after knocking Miz down with a shoulder off the ropes. Cena stayed in control until he ran into Miz' boot in the corner. Miz started to punch away at Cena on the mat, and continued to hammer away, but Cena was able to fight back and whip Miz to the ropes for a big backdrop. Cena eventually locked in a headlock on Miz. Miz got to his feet and pulled to the corner with Cena still applying the headlock. The ref got between them to break things up, and Miz hit Cena in the face with a sucker punch. Miz took control and suplexed Cena then applied a side headlock.
Out of nowhere, Miz was able to counter Cena's attempted at a bulldog off the ropes and shoved Cena away. Miz rushed across the ring and jumped over the ropes to snap Cena's neck against the ropes. Back in the ring, Miz continued to attack Cena in the corner, and the ref had to back him away. At one point, Miz went to the top ropes with Cena coming over to put him in the Attitude Adjustment up on the corner. Miz slid off and then put Cena in the Electric Chair to drop back to the mat. Miz continued his impressive and dominant performance as he jumped on Cena's back for a sleeper hold. Cena was able to back him into the corner, then regained momentum. After shoulderblocks and a slam to the mat, Cena hit the Five Knuckle Shuffle. Cena followed with several moves including a leg drop to the back of Miz' head off the corner, then locked in the STF to make Miz tap out. John Cena wins via submission over The Miz to move to the Finals of the Night of Champions Tournament.
Next week on Raw it will be Triple H and John Cena battling to determine the #1 Contender for Randy Orton's WWE Title.
Back in the locker room, Orton continued stewing about tonight's Gauntlet match. Dibiase was on a cell phone then came over to Rhodes and Orton smiling. He said his dad, the Million Dollar Man, will be next week's guest host on Raw. Orton asked how that helps him out tonight, then stormed off.
Kelly Kelly vs. Mickie James vs. Rosa Mendes vs. Beth Phoenix (Divas Fatal Fourway)
Divas Champion Maryse came to ringside to observe the match. The match would determine her opponent for the Divas title at Night of Champions.
At one point in the match, Mickie put a headlock on Beth Phoenix, then Rosa grabbed Mickie and put a headlock on her. Kelly Kelly jumped up on Rosa's back to put a headlock on her as well. Beth hit a Powerslam on her protege Rosa, but Kelly came over to kick her off the pin. Kelly and Mickie hit a double shoulder on Beth. Kelly tried for a pin but Beth kicked out at 2. At one point, Mickie ws able to dropkick Beth to the outside. Rosa came over to attack Mickie, but Mickie fought back, and did her DDT move to pin Rosa.
Mickie and Maryse had a brief staredown at ringside following the match. Mickie James wins the Divas Fatal Fourway to become #1 Contender for Maryse's Divas Championship.
The WWE Summer Slam Reading Jam promo piece was shown discussing how WWE has teamed up with over 500 libraries worldwide to encourage more reading. Various superstars have been involved in the effort such as MVP and Layla.
Kofi Kingston vs. Big Show
If Big Show won this match he'd get a future US Title match against Kingston. Early on, Show knocked Kofi to the mat, and then began headbutting him. Kofi jumped up on Big Show in the corner at one point, with Show simply dumping Kofi outside the ring. Show continued slapping and hammering on Kofi on the outside as the ref counted. Show picked up Kofi in a press to toss him back in the ring, but Kofi slid off his back to shove Show into the ringpost. Neither man could beat the ref's 10 count so it became a draw. Match ruled a double countout.
Randy Orton vs. Evan Bourne (Gauntlet Match 1)
Bourne was the first of 3 superstars revealed to have been traded to Raw. Bourne took advantage of the beaten up Orton by trying to use his high octane offense. Late in the match, Bourne was able to take Orton down with a double knee from the corner, then climbed back up on the corner for the Shooting Starpress. Orton got up and yanked the rope causing Bourne to land on his groin on the top rope. With Bourne sitting there, Orton grabbed him and did an RKO from off the ropes to pin Bourne. Randy Orton wins via pinfall over Evan Bourne.
Randy Orton vs. Jack Swagger (Gauntlet Match 2)
Jack Swagger was the next superstar revealed to have been traded to Raw by Trump. Early on, Swagger used a amateur wrestling move take down and was in control of things. For some reason, Swagger stepped out onto the side apron and just stood there, allowing the ref to count him out. Swagger smiled and asked for a mic, then got back in the ring. Swagger said he always liked and respected Orton, so on his first night on Raw he wanted to leave a lasting impression. Swagger shook Orton's hand and then left the ring, with a shocked Orton smirking. Randy Orton wins due to countout of Jack Swagger.
Randy Orton vs. Mark Henry (Gauntlet Match 3)
Henry got in the ring with a mic in hand. Henry said he always liked Orton and has a lot of respect for him. Henry said he wants to make an impression on his first night on Raw as well, and then started the match. Henry locked up with Orton to start the match, then shoved him to the mat. Henry also went out onto the apron and allowed the ref to start counting him out. At 5, Henry grabbed the ref's hand to stop the counting, then smiled over at Randy Orton, and began laughing. Henry waved his finger that the match wouldn't end like this. Henry got back in the ring as Orton sank in the corner. Orton tried to beg Henry not to continue. Henry picked up Orton and tossed him across the ring then started hammering on him in the corner. Henry whipped Orton corner to corner before a running splash on him. Orton went for the RKO with Henry shoving him to the ropes. From there Henry was able to pick up Orton and hit the World's Strongest Slam to get the pin. Mark Henry wins via pinfall over Randy Orton.
Jerry Lawler and Michael Cole discussed how impressive Henry's debut was on Raw with him pinning the beaten up champ Orton. Henry seemed to be playing his win up pointing to fans with the face turn. Special guest host Batista came out on the ramp smiling down at Henry for the win. Mark Henry posed in the corners of the ring as Raw ended.
Batista got into the ring and said tonight there will be a four man Night of the Champions tournament to determine Randy Orton's opponent for the WWE Title at Night of Champions. The matches will be The Miz vs. John Cena and MVP vs. Triple H. As Batista continued talking about being a guest host, all of a sudden Orton's music came on, and Legacy came to the ramp. Orton had a mic and asked Batista what's stopping them from coming down to tear the rest of him apart. Batista said not much except he'll fire all of them if they cross him. Orton talked about barely surviving "3 Stages of Hell" at The Bash last night. Batista told Orton not to worry because he wouldn't make him defend the title tonight, but he should be worried about the trade Trump made. Batista said there's 5 new superstars from Smackdown, but Orton only has to face 3 of them, in a 3 on 1 Gauntlet match tonight. Batista said he knows Orton loves 3 on 1 fights, so now he gets to be on the receiving end of one.
Raw Rewind showed slideshows of the "3 Stages of Hell" match from the Bash, which went all 3 Stages. The final stage was the Stretcher match, and Orton had help from Legacy and a weapon to eventually put HHH on a stretcher and wheel him across the finish line. Despite the win, Orton got clocked in the head by the Sledgehammer and knocked out on the ramp along with Legacy.
MVP vs. Triple H (Night of Champions Tournament Match 1)
Footage was shown from MVP accompanying Sheri Sheppard to the BET Awards last night.
In this first tournament match, MVP tried to take advantage of the fact HHH was so beaten up from last night. Triple H had the Pedigree at one point, but MVP countered and backdropped HHH. MVP was able to connect on a boot to Triple H in the corner, then brought HHH center ring for the Playmaker. Triple H blocked the move then put MVP into the Pedigree to win the match. Triple H wins via pinfall over MVP to advance to the Finals of the Night of Champions Tournament.
WWE Slam of the Week was from The Bash. In the Unified Tag Team Title match between The Colons and Legacy, Smackdown GM Teddy Long added the team of Chris Jericho and Edge to the match. Edge eventually made a blind tag to get in the match without Carlito seeing it. Edge hit the Spear and pinned Carlito to win the belts.
The Colons vs. Edge & Jericho (Unified Tag Team Title Match)
Edge and Jericho came to the ring first, each with mics. Jericho began talking about how he vowed never to return to Raw again. Edge interrupted him saying Edge coached Jericho last night, and the two of them formed a united front because they weren't getting it done on their own. Edge said as Unified Tag team champs they can now appear on any show they want.
Late in the match, Carlito was able to hit the Backstabber on Edge, but the ref was distracted checking on Jericho and Primo. Carlito had a pinfall, but as the ref counted it Jericho rushed back in to shove Carlito off the pin. Primo came back in and took Jericho to the outside. Edge and Carlito remained in the ring, with Primo fighting Jericho. Carlito kneed Edge in the face then went to jump off the ropes for his elbow. Somehow Carlito got tripped up in the ropes and fell back, allowing Edge to gain the advantage and spear him as he got up. Edge took the winning pin to retain the titles.
After the match, Carlito asked Primo what went wrong. A replay showed that Jericho shoved Primo into the apron outside the ring which caused him to hit the bottom rope, making Carlito fall. Carlito and Primo continued arguing inside the ring about it. Edge and Jericho win via pinfall over The Colons to retain the Unified Tag Titles.
Cole and Lawler discussed The Bash Pay-Per-View. Backstage, Randy Orton yelled at Rhodes and Dibiase about the Gauntlet match asking who Batista thinks he is. Just then Batista walked up to them and said if Rhodes or Dibiase gets involved in the Gauntlet, they're fired.
Michael Cole and Lawler introduced a John Cena promo highlight reel video followed by footage of The Miz constantly mocking Cena and insulting him on Raw. Miz pretended to continually call out and win matches against Cena by forfeit. Miz and Cena finally fought formally at The Bash last night with Cena able to win rather easily.
The Miz vs. John Cena (Night of Champions Tournament Match 2)
Miz tried to start off aggressive, but Cena soon took control after knocking Miz down with a shoulder off the ropes. Cena stayed in control until he ran into Miz' boot in the corner. Miz started to punch away at Cena on the mat, and continued to hammer away, but Cena was able to fight back and whip Miz to the ropes for a big backdrop. Cena eventually locked in a headlock on Miz. Miz got to his feet and pulled to the corner with Cena still applying the headlock. The ref got between them to break things up, and Miz hit Cena in the face with a sucker punch. Miz took control and suplexed Cena then applied a side headlock.
Out of nowhere, Miz was able to counter Cena's attempted at a bulldog off the ropes and shoved Cena away. Miz rushed across the ring and jumped over the ropes to snap Cena's neck against the ropes. Back in the ring, Miz continued to attack Cena in the corner, and the ref had to back him away. At one point, Miz went to the top ropes with Cena coming over to put him in the Attitude Adjustment up on the corner. Miz slid off and then put Cena in the Electric Chair to drop back to the mat. Miz continued his impressive and dominant performance as he jumped on Cena's back for a sleeper hold. Cena was able to back him into the corner, then regained momentum. After shoulderblocks and a slam to the mat, Cena hit the Five Knuckle Shuffle. Cena followed with several moves including a leg drop to the back of Miz' head off the corner, then locked in the STF to make Miz tap out. John Cena wins via submission over The Miz to move to the Finals of the Night of Champions Tournament.
Next week on Raw it will be Triple H and John Cena battling to determine the #1 Contender for Randy Orton's WWE Title.
Back in the locker room, Orton continued stewing about tonight's Gauntlet match. Dibiase was on a cell phone then came over to Rhodes and Orton smiling. He said his dad, the Million Dollar Man, will be next week's guest host on Raw. Orton asked how that helps him out tonight, then stormed off.
Kelly Kelly vs. Mickie James vs. Rosa Mendes vs. Beth Phoenix (Divas Fatal Fourway)
Divas Champion Maryse came to ringside to observe the match. The match would determine her opponent for the Divas title at Night of Champions.
At one point in the match, Mickie put a headlock on Beth Phoenix, then Rosa grabbed Mickie and put a headlock on her. Kelly Kelly jumped up on Rosa's back to put a headlock on her as well. Beth hit a Powerslam on her protege Rosa, but Kelly came over to kick her off the pin. Kelly and Mickie hit a double shoulder on Beth. Kelly tried for a pin but Beth kicked out at 2. At one point, Mickie ws able to dropkick Beth to the outside. Rosa came over to attack Mickie, but Mickie fought back, and did her DDT move to pin Rosa.
Mickie and Maryse had a brief staredown at ringside following the match. Mickie James wins the Divas Fatal Fourway to become #1 Contender for Maryse's Divas Championship.
The WWE Summer Slam Reading Jam promo piece was shown discussing how WWE has teamed up with over 500 libraries worldwide to encourage more reading. Various superstars have been involved in the effort such as MVP and Layla.
Kofi Kingston vs. Big Show
If Big Show won this match he'd get a future US Title match against Kingston. Early on, Show knocked Kofi to the mat, and then began headbutting him. Kofi jumped up on Big Show in the corner at one point, with Show simply dumping Kofi outside the ring. Show continued slapping and hammering on Kofi on the outside as the ref counted. Show picked up Kofi in a press to toss him back in the ring, but Kofi slid off his back to shove Show into the ringpost. Neither man could beat the ref's 10 count so it became a draw. Match ruled a double countout.
Randy Orton vs. Evan Bourne (Gauntlet Match 1)
Bourne was the first of 3 superstars revealed to have been traded to Raw. Bourne took advantage of the beaten up Orton by trying to use his high octane offense. Late in the match, Bourne was able to take Orton down with a double knee from the corner, then climbed back up on the corner for the Shooting Starpress. Orton got up and yanked the rope causing Bourne to land on his groin on the top rope. With Bourne sitting there, Orton grabbed him and did an RKO from off the ropes to pin Bourne. Randy Orton wins via pinfall over Evan Bourne.
Randy Orton vs. Jack Swagger (Gauntlet Match 2)
Jack Swagger was the next superstar revealed to have been traded to Raw by Trump. Early on, Swagger used a amateur wrestling move take down and was in control of things. For some reason, Swagger stepped out onto the side apron and just stood there, allowing the ref to count him out. Swagger smiled and asked for a mic, then got back in the ring. Swagger said he always liked and respected Orton, so on his first night on Raw he wanted to leave a lasting impression. Swagger shook Orton's hand and then left the ring, with a shocked Orton smirking. Randy Orton wins due to countout of Jack Swagger.
Randy Orton vs. Mark Henry (Gauntlet Match 3)
Henry got in the ring with a mic in hand. Henry said he always liked Orton and has a lot of respect for him. Henry said he wants to make an impression on his first night on Raw as well, and then started the match. Henry locked up with Orton to start the match, then shoved him to the mat. Henry also went out onto the apron and allowed the ref to start counting him out. At 5, Henry grabbed the ref's hand to stop the counting, then smiled over at Randy Orton, and began laughing. Henry waved his finger that the match wouldn't end like this. Henry got back in the ring as Orton sank in the corner. Orton tried to beg Henry not to continue. Henry picked up Orton and tossed him across the ring then started hammering on him in the corner. Henry whipped Orton corner to corner before a running splash on him. Orton went for the RKO with Henry shoving him to the ropes. From there Henry was able to pick up Orton and hit the World's Strongest Slam to get the pin. Mark Henry wins via pinfall over Randy Orton.
Jerry Lawler and Michael Cole discussed how impressive Henry's debut was on Raw with him pinning the beaten up champ Orton. Henry seemed to be playing his win up pointing to fans with the face turn. Special guest host Batista came out on the ramp smiling down at Henry for the win. Mark Henry posed in the corners of the ring as Raw ended.
Sunday, June 28, 2009
The Bash Results 06-28-09
The Bash 2009 was held at Arco Arena in Sacramento, CA, on Sunday, June 28th, 2009. It featured a full slate of championship matches including CM Punk defending the World Heavyweight Title against Jeff Hardy, Chris Jericho defending the Intercontinental title against Rey Mysterio and Randy Orton doing battle with HHH over the WWE Title in a "3 Stages of Hell" match. It also featured John Cena against The Miz, and the WWE Divas from Smackdown, Melina and Michelle McCool, battling over the WWE Women's Championship.
Christian vs. Finlay vs. Jack Swagger vs. Mark Henry vs. Tommy Dreamer (ECW Championship Scramble)
The Scramble opened with the two most recent former ECW champs, Christian versus Jack Swagger. Neither man scored a pinfall until Finlay came in the next 2 minute interval. After fighting outside the ring with Christian and Swagger, Finlay tossed Swagger into the ring. As Finlay came in, Swagger raked his eyes and rolled Finlay up for a pin to become ECW Champ. Just moments later, Finlay was able to hit the Celtic Cross on Swagger to become current champ. Dreamer had entered into the Scramble next, followed by Mark Henry. Henry was able to hit the World's Strongest Slam on Dreamer to become champ. At one point, Mark Henry looked to be climbing the corner to jump out of the ring at Christian and Dreamer. Swagger attacked Henry in the corner from behind to Vader bomb him for a pin. Swagger became current champ.
As the match became more furious, Tommy Dreamer broke up Christian's pin attempt on Swagger, then DDT'd Christian for a pinfall to become current champ. With Dreamer as the champ and time running out, all 4 of his opponents tried to pin him but had no success. Tommy Dreamer wins the Championship Scramble to retain the ECW Championship.
Rey Mysterio vs. Chris Jericho (Mask vs. IC Title Match)
In this match it was Jericho's title or Mysterio's mask on the line, depending on who won. Both men gave a tough fight from the get go. Jericho continually tried to rip the mask off in the start. At one point, Jericho tried to tackle Rey in the corner, but Rey avoided it and Jericho hit the ringpost shoulder-first. Mysterio was able to land a moonsault on Jericho, but Jericho was able to get Rey into Walls of Jericho. Rey eventually got to the ropes to break the hold. Later still in the match, Mysterio is able to DDT Jericho but only got a 2 count. Jericho hit the Codebreaker on Rey, but Mysterio somehow kicked out at 2 as well. Jericho placed Rey up on the corner turnbuckle and was going to try for a Hurricanrana, but Rey avoided the attempt and prepared for 619. Mysterio went for the West Coast Pop, but Jericho countered and put him into Walls of Jericho again. Mysterio escaped under Jericho and the two men exchanged Sunset flip pinfall attempts. Jericho yanked off Mysterio's mask, but Rey had a second mask on. Jericho was surprised and this allowed Mysterio to kick him to the ropes, hit the 619 and then a splash off the top ropes for the winning pin! Rey Mysterio wins via pinfall over Chris Jericho to become the new Intercontinental Champion.
The Great Khali vs. Dolph Ziggler (No DQ Match)
The much larger Khali continually manhandled Ziggler in the early part of the match. At one point, he went for a boot on Ziggler and got caught in the ropes, allowing Ziggler to target Khali's leg. Ziggler tried to use a steel chair, but Khali punched it from his hands. Ziggler had a face lock on Khali, but Khali slammed him back to escape it. With Khali in control, suddenly Kane's theme music came on, and the Big Red Machine came to the ring to attack Great Khali with a chair. Kane continued the bashing on Khali with a chair before leaving the ring. Ziggler was able to steal a pinfall victory thanks to Kane's chair shots on Khali. Dolph Ziggler wins via pinfall over The Great Khali.
Cody Rhodes & Ted Dibiase vs. The Colons vs. Edge & Chris Jericho (Unified Tag Title Match)
Originally scheduled as the Colons vs. Legacy, Smackdown GM Theodore Long arrived out to the ramp and announced that it would be a Triple Threat match with Edge & Chris Jericho also competing!
Edge and Jericho tried to tag themselves in after being dumped out by Legacy and the Colons early on. Eventually Edge was able to tag himself in and went for a Spear on Primo. Primo avoided it and Ted Dibiase was able to hit Edge for a tag in. Dibiase hit several elbow drops and scored a near pinfall on Primo before Rhodes tagged in for the doubleteaming efforts. Cody continued to attack Primo with knee drops and stomps to his body.
The final moments of this match were an all-out frenzy with bodies flying everywhere. Edge and Jericho tried desperately to make a tag into the match. At one point, Carlito hit the Backstabber on Cody Rhodes, but Edge was able to hit Rhodes for the tag. As Carlito got up, he was quickly speared down by Edge and pinned, giving Jericho and Edge the titles. Edge and Chris Jericho win via pinfall over The Colons to win the WWE Unified Tag Team Championships.
Michelle McCool vs. Melina (WWE Womens Championship)
Alicia Fox joined Michelle McCool at ringside for this match. Early on, Michelle McCool attacked and went after Melina's leg, stretching it against the ringpost at one point. Michelle was able to stretch Melina's leg so that her foot reached her head. McCool whipped Melina to the corner but ended up running into a double boot. McCool went for her finisher but Melina countered. The fight went to the corner turnbuckle with Melina able to knock McCool away. Melina went for the pin with A-Fox putting Michelle's leg on the ropes. Melina angrily kicked Alicia away sending her crashing to the floor, and Michelle took advantage by grabbing Melina and hitting the Faithbreaker. Michelle McCool wins via pinfall over Melina to become the new WWE Womens Champion.
Jeff Hardy vs. CM Punk (World Heavyweight Match)
Early in this match Punk and Hardy exchanged headlocks, before each tried to pull off their finisher. After Jeff countered GTS into a rollup pin, later Punk fought out of Hardy's Twist of Fate attempt. The fight went to the outside where Punk dropped Jeff into the crowd barricade, and Jeff barely made it back into the ring before 9. Punk was able to lock in a Figure Four Leglock on Jeff in the ring, with Jeff able to crawl to the ropes. Punk tried for a legdrop off the corner, with Hardy rolling away to avoid it. Jeff began to gain some momentum after hitting Whisper in the Wind and a series of moves on the champ. Jeff went to the top turnbuckle with Punk down, but Punk rolled to the outside. Jeff turned it into a jumping clothesline to take out Punk outside the ring. The fight continued in the ring where Punk regained control and hit his running knee in Jeff's face followed by the bulldog from the corner. Jeff was able to counter a Punk move and hit Twist of Fate, then missed on a Swanton Bomb attempt. Punk got Hardy up in the GTS, but Jeff fought out and countered, hitting Twist of Fate, followed by the Swanton. Jeff scored what seemed to be a winning pinfall.
The referee stops Jeff's victory celebration saying Punk's leg was under the ropes during his pin, so the match must restart. Jeff tries to argue it but the match restarts. Jeff went for another Twist of Fate, but misses so Punk went for GTS and also couldn't get it. Hardy ended up hitting Punk in his eye, causing Punk to kick the ref getting himself disqualified. Jeff Hardy wins due to disqualification of CM Punk. CM Punk retains the World Heavyweight Championship.
John Cena vs. The Miz
Cena easily showed himself to be the superior wrestler against the constantly trash-talking Miz. In this match early on, Cena took Miz to the mat repeatedly. An angry Miz eventually escaped the ring and Cena ran after him. Back in the ring, Miz took control briefly as he clotheslined Cena in the corner, then jumped off the ropes to hit Cena in the head. Miz failed to get the pinfall at this point. Cena began to make his comeback, fighting back with intensity. After a shoulder block off the ropes and a belly-to-belly suplex, Cena hit the Five Knuckle Shuffle and The Attitude Adjustment followed by the STF to make Miz tap out. John Cena wins via submission over The Miz.
Triple H vs. Randy Orton (3 Stages of Hell )WWE Title Match
The first stage of this hellish contest was a standard wrestling match. The two men fought in the ring, using the corner and ringpost to their advantage. Orton also wisely targeted HHH's hurt leg but repeatedly stomping on him and dropping his weight on The Game's knee. HHH was able to block an RKO attempt, and the fight went to the outside of the ring. Orton got into the ring then kicked HHH off the apron. As Orton tried to pull HHH into the ring, Triple H bashed a steel chair over Orton and was disqualified.
Stage 1 winner - Randy Orton due to DQ of Triple H (1-0 Orton)
With Orton still in pain from the first stage of this match, HHH got into the ring and repeatedly bashed the steel chair on Orton. Orton rolled to the outside with HHH following him out. Triple H hit the Pedigree on Orton on the concrete and since it was a Falls Count Anywhere match, HHH pinned outside the ring.
Stage 2 winner - Triple H wins via pinfall over Randy Orton (1-1 tie)
The final stage of Hell in this contest was a Stretcher Match. As it kicked off, HHH tried to wheel Orton up the ramp on a stretcher immediately. Orton recovered to kick the stretcher into HHH's leg and stay alive in the match. The two fought down the ramp and near the crowd barrier, with Orton using the barricade as a weapon to smash HHH with. Orton eventually put HHH on the stretcher but Triple H escaped it to continue. After sending HHH into the steel steps, Orton brought one of them into the ring to try to hit HHH with. HHH countered and tripped Orton so he fell face first into them, then used the steps to ram Orton before moving him onto the stretcher. As HHH pushed it up the ramp, Orton started fighting back. The two wrestlers fought on the stretcher as it rolled down the ramp, where Orton eventually DDT'd Triple H down on the ramp.
From there, Orton tried for the Punt Kick, but missed. HHH went for the Pedigree, with Orton countering and backdropping HHH onto the stretcher. Orton rolled the stretcher up the ramp but right before the top, HHH got off. Orton tried for the RKO, with HHH pushing him away and then connecting on the Pedigree. As HHH put Orton on the stretcher again, Cody Rhodes rushed out to prevent him from crossing the line. HHH took Rhodes down, but as he went back to the stretcher for Orton, Ted Dibiase came out to attack. Rhodes & Dibiase attacked HHH putting him on the stretcher with HHH fighting back. Eventually, Triple H grabbed his Sledgehammer to take Dibiase and Rhodes down. Orton had some sort of weapon of his own which he attacked HHH with from behind, then placed HHH on a stretcher to wheel him across the finish line.
Stage 3 winner - Randy Orton wins the Stretcher Match. (2-1 Orton wins)
Winner: Randy Orton wins the 3 stages of Hell match 2-1 over Triple H to retain the WWE Championship.
Christian vs. Finlay vs. Jack Swagger vs. Mark Henry vs. Tommy Dreamer (ECW Championship Scramble)
The Scramble opened with the two most recent former ECW champs, Christian versus Jack Swagger. Neither man scored a pinfall until Finlay came in the next 2 minute interval. After fighting outside the ring with Christian and Swagger, Finlay tossed Swagger into the ring. As Finlay came in, Swagger raked his eyes and rolled Finlay up for a pin to become ECW Champ. Just moments later, Finlay was able to hit the Celtic Cross on Swagger to become current champ. Dreamer had entered into the Scramble next, followed by Mark Henry. Henry was able to hit the World's Strongest Slam on Dreamer to become champ. At one point, Mark Henry looked to be climbing the corner to jump out of the ring at Christian and Dreamer. Swagger attacked Henry in the corner from behind to Vader bomb him for a pin. Swagger became current champ.
As the match became more furious, Tommy Dreamer broke up Christian's pin attempt on Swagger, then DDT'd Christian for a pinfall to become current champ. With Dreamer as the champ and time running out, all 4 of his opponents tried to pin him but had no success. Tommy Dreamer wins the Championship Scramble to retain the ECW Championship.
Rey Mysterio vs. Chris Jericho (Mask vs. IC Title Match)
In this match it was Jericho's title or Mysterio's mask on the line, depending on who won. Both men gave a tough fight from the get go. Jericho continually tried to rip the mask off in the start. At one point, Jericho tried to tackle Rey in the corner, but Rey avoided it and Jericho hit the ringpost shoulder-first. Mysterio was able to land a moonsault on Jericho, but Jericho was able to get Rey into Walls of Jericho. Rey eventually got to the ropes to break the hold. Later still in the match, Mysterio is able to DDT Jericho but only got a 2 count. Jericho hit the Codebreaker on Rey, but Mysterio somehow kicked out at 2 as well. Jericho placed Rey up on the corner turnbuckle and was going to try for a Hurricanrana, but Rey avoided the attempt and prepared for 619. Mysterio went for the West Coast Pop, but Jericho countered and put him into Walls of Jericho again. Mysterio escaped under Jericho and the two men exchanged Sunset flip pinfall attempts. Jericho yanked off Mysterio's mask, but Rey had a second mask on. Jericho was surprised and this allowed Mysterio to kick him to the ropes, hit the 619 and then a splash off the top ropes for the winning pin! Rey Mysterio wins via pinfall over Chris Jericho to become the new Intercontinental Champion.
The Great Khali vs. Dolph Ziggler (No DQ Match)
The much larger Khali continually manhandled Ziggler in the early part of the match. At one point, he went for a boot on Ziggler and got caught in the ropes, allowing Ziggler to target Khali's leg. Ziggler tried to use a steel chair, but Khali punched it from his hands. Ziggler had a face lock on Khali, but Khali slammed him back to escape it. With Khali in control, suddenly Kane's theme music came on, and the Big Red Machine came to the ring to attack Great Khali with a chair. Kane continued the bashing on Khali with a chair before leaving the ring. Ziggler was able to steal a pinfall victory thanks to Kane's chair shots on Khali. Dolph Ziggler wins via pinfall over The Great Khali.
Cody Rhodes & Ted Dibiase vs. The Colons vs. Edge & Chris Jericho (Unified Tag Title Match)
Originally scheduled as the Colons vs. Legacy, Smackdown GM Theodore Long arrived out to the ramp and announced that it would be a Triple Threat match with Edge & Chris Jericho also competing!
Edge and Jericho tried to tag themselves in after being dumped out by Legacy and the Colons early on. Eventually Edge was able to tag himself in and went for a Spear on Primo. Primo avoided it and Ted Dibiase was able to hit Edge for a tag in. Dibiase hit several elbow drops and scored a near pinfall on Primo before Rhodes tagged in for the doubleteaming efforts. Cody continued to attack Primo with knee drops and stomps to his body.
The final moments of this match were an all-out frenzy with bodies flying everywhere. Edge and Jericho tried desperately to make a tag into the match. At one point, Carlito hit the Backstabber on Cody Rhodes, but Edge was able to hit Rhodes for the tag. As Carlito got up, he was quickly speared down by Edge and pinned, giving Jericho and Edge the titles. Edge and Chris Jericho win via pinfall over The Colons to win the WWE Unified Tag Team Championships.
Michelle McCool vs. Melina (WWE Womens Championship)
Alicia Fox joined Michelle McCool at ringside for this match. Early on, Michelle McCool attacked and went after Melina's leg, stretching it against the ringpost at one point. Michelle was able to stretch Melina's leg so that her foot reached her head. McCool whipped Melina to the corner but ended up running into a double boot. McCool went for her finisher but Melina countered. The fight went to the corner turnbuckle with Melina able to knock McCool away. Melina went for the pin with A-Fox putting Michelle's leg on the ropes. Melina angrily kicked Alicia away sending her crashing to the floor, and Michelle took advantage by grabbing Melina and hitting the Faithbreaker. Michelle McCool wins via pinfall over Melina to become the new WWE Womens Champion.
Jeff Hardy vs. CM Punk (World Heavyweight Match)
Early in this match Punk and Hardy exchanged headlocks, before each tried to pull off their finisher. After Jeff countered GTS into a rollup pin, later Punk fought out of Hardy's Twist of Fate attempt. The fight went to the outside where Punk dropped Jeff into the crowd barricade, and Jeff barely made it back into the ring before 9. Punk was able to lock in a Figure Four Leglock on Jeff in the ring, with Jeff able to crawl to the ropes. Punk tried for a legdrop off the corner, with Hardy rolling away to avoid it. Jeff began to gain some momentum after hitting Whisper in the Wind and a series of moves on the champ. Jeff went to the top turnbuckle with Punk down, but Punk rolled to the outside. Jeff turned it into a jumping clothesline to take out Punk outside the ring. The fight continued in the ring where Punk regained control and hit his running knee in Jeff's face followed by the bulldog from the corner. Jeff was able to counter a Punk move and hit Twist of Fate, then missed on a Swanton Bomb attempt. Punk got Hardy up in the GTS, but Jeff fought out and countered, hitting Twist of Fate, followed by the Swanton. Jeff scored what seemed to be a winning pinfall.
The referee stops Jeff's victory celebration saying Punk's leg was under the ropes during his pin, so the match must restart. Jeff tries to argue it but the match restarts. Jeff went for another Twist of Fate, but misses so Punk went for GTS and also couldn't get it. Hardy ended up hitting Punk in his eye, causing Punk to kick the ref getting himself disqualified. Jeff Hardy wins due to disqualification of CM Punk. CM Punk retains the World Heavyweight Championship.
John Cena vs. The Miz
Cena easily showed himself to be the superior wrestler against the constantly trash-talking Miz. In this match early on, Cena took Miz to the mat repeatedly. An angry Miz eventually escaped the ring and Cena ran after him. Back in the ring, Miz took control briefly as he clotheslined Cena in the corner, then jumped off the ropes to hit Cena in the head. Miz failed to get the pinfall at this point. Cena began to make his comeback, fighting back with intensity. After a shoulder block off the ropes and a belly-to-belly suplex, Cena hit the Five Knuckle Shuffle and The Attitude Adjustment followed by the STF to make Miz tap out. John Cena wins via submission over The Miz.
Triple H vs. Randy Orton (3 Stages of Hell )WWE Title Match
The first stage of this hellish contest was a standard wrestling match. The two men fought in the ring, using the corner and ringpost to their advantage. Orton also wisely targeted HHH's hurt leg but repeatedly stomping on him and dropping his weight on The Game's knee. HHH was able to block an RKO attempt, and the fight went to the outside of the ring. Orton got into the ring then kicked HHH off the apron. As Orton tried to pull HHH into the ring, Triple H bashed a steel chair over Orton and was disqualified.
Stage 1 winner - Randy Orton due to DQ of Triple H (1-0 Orton)
With Orton still in pain from the first stage of this match, HHH got into the ring and repeatedly bashed the steel chair on Orton. Orton rolled to the outside with HHH following him out. Triple H hit the Pedigree on Orton on the concrete and since it was a Falls Count Anywhere match, HHH pinned outside the ring.
Stage 2 winner - Triple H wins via pinfall over Randy Orton (1-1 tie)
The final stage of Hell in this contest was a Stretcher Match. As it kicked off, HHH tried to wheel Orton up the ramp on a stretcher immediately. Orton recovered to kick the stretcher into HHH's leg and stay alive in the match. The two fought down the ramp and near the crowd barrier, with Orton using the barricade as a weapon to smash HHH with. Orton eventually put HHH on the stretcher but Triple H escaped it to continue. After sending HHH into the steel steps, Orton brought one of them into the ring to try to hit HHH with. HHH countered and tripped Orton so he fell face first into them, then used the steps to ram Orton before moving him onto the stretcher. As HHH pushed it up the ramp, Orton started fighting back. The two wrestlers fought on the stretcher as it rolled down the ramp, where Orton eventually DDT'd Triple H down on the ramp.
From there, Orton tried for the Punt Kick, but missed. HHH went for the Pedigree, with Orton countering and backdropping HHH onto the stretcher. Orton rolled the stretcher up the ramp but right before the top, HHH got off. Orton tried for the RKO, with HHH pushing him away and then connecting on the Pedigree. As HHH put Orton on the stretcher again, Cody Rhodes rushed out to prevent him from crossing the line. HHH took Rhodes down, but as he went back to the stretcher for Orton, Ted Dibiase came out to attack. Rhodes & Dibiase attacked HHH putting him on the stretcher with HHH fighting back. Eventually, Triple H grabbed his Sledgehammer to take Dibiase and Rhodes down. Orton had some sort of weapon of his own which he attacked HHH with from behind, then placed HHH on a stretcher to wheel him across the finish line.
Stage 3 winner - Randy Orton wins the Stretcher Match. (2-1 Orton wins)
Winner: Randy Orton wins the 3 stages of Hell match 2-1 over Triple H to retain the WWE Championship.
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
ECW Results 06-023-09
Josh Matthews and Matt Striker welcomed fans to the show just 5 days ahead of The Bash. At The Bash the ECW Title will be on the line in a Championship Scramble match between Tommy Dreamer, Christian, Jack Swagger, Finlay and Mark Henry. Tonight Christian will team up with Dreamer to face Henry and Swagger in a tag match.
Evan Bourne vs. Tyson Kidd
Higlights were shown from the beating Bourne took last week from Mark Henry after two Worlds Greatest Slams. Kidd came to the ring accompanied by Natalya and DH Smith.
Early on in the match, DH Smith got up on the apron to try to distract Bourne. The ref caught it and ordered both Natalya and Smith to leave from ringside. From there, Bourne tossed Kidd outside then jumped off at him. Bourne tried for the quick pin in the ring, but to no avail. Kidd managed to ground Bourne and locked in a chinlock submission for a while before kicking him. Kidd wisely targeted Bournes hurt ribs with knees and then a suplex onto the ropes. Kidd missed on a charge in the corner and Bourne jumped on him off the corner.
Bourne continued his attack with high intensity and fast-paced moves including a headscissors to throw Kidd. Bourne landed a big knee to Kidd's jaw to knock him to the mat before hitting the Shooting Starpress to win it. Bourne kept holding his taped ribs after the victory. Evan Bourne wins via pinfall over Tyson Kidd.
Striker and Matthews revealed Finlay's attack last week on Christian with the shilaleigh and later in the night when he clocked Tommy Dreamer as well. Jack Swagger came down to beat up Christian, when Christian tried to save Dreamer. Afterwards, Finlay clocked Swagger with the shilaleigh.
Finlay was shown walking backstage on his way out to explain his actions.
Finlay came down to the ring and picked up a mic. Finlay said a few weeks ago he tried to break up a fight in the locker room between Dreamer and Christian, and in the process he injured his eye. Finlay said nobody reached out to him during his injury, because all he got was a text from them saying sorry. Finlay said sorry doesn't pay his bills, so he retaliated last week for what happened. As Finlay continued to talk, he was interrupted by Zack Ryder who came out with a mic and said Finlay forgot he's got a match tonight against the man, Mr. Woo Woo Woo.
Finlay vs. Zack Ryder
The match was joined in progress with Finlay in control, knocking Ryder down with a shoulder block off the ropes. Ryder eventually took control and hammered on Finlay in the corner a bit, before Finlay took him down with an arm hold. At one point, Finlay collided with Ryder's head and Finlay started holding his eye. Ryder began attacking more, even stepping on Finlay's face.
Ryder remained in control with a headlock down on the mat and several variations of submission holds, followed by knees and boots to Finlay's face. Ryder punched Finlay right in the eye before using another headlock. Finlay made the comeback with several takedowns of Ryder off the ropes, followed by the Celtic Cross. Ryder kicked out of the pinfall. Ryder again hit Finlay in the eye, so the ref went to check on Finlay. Ryder started taking the turnbuckle
cover off, so the ref went over to stop him. From there, Finlay grabbed Ryder and rolled him up, holding the tights to win the pinfall victory. Finlay wins via pinfall over Zack Ryder.
The Raw Rebound covered last night's Last Man Standing Match for the WWE Title. It was an intense battle in and around the ring between Triple H and Orton. Things eventually progressed to the top of the ramp, where a ladder came into play. Triple H's knee had been seriously hurt but he still managed to Pedigree Orton on the ramp. Both HHH and Orton were down as the ref counted to 10, meaning Orton would retain. Donald Trump also made his start as owner of Raw. Trump refunded everyone in attendance's ticket money, then discussed his plans for the show. Vince McMahon came to the ring to confront Trump, then figured out Trump had played him by buying Raw. Vince started offering Trump money to buy back Raw and eventually payed double the price to regain ownership. One of Vince's first acts as new owner was to tell Orton he'll be in a "3 Stages of Hell" match against Triple H at The Bash. First fall is regular, second fall is falls count anywhere, third fall is stretcher match. To end Raw, Triple H attacked Orton on his way into the parking garage and told him he's taking Orton to Hell this Sunday.
Striker and Matthews ran down the card for The Bash including The Miz vs. John Cena, Jeff Hardy vs. CM Punk, Rey Mysterio vs Jericho and Triple H vs. Orton in the 3 Stages of Hell match. Striker got in the ring with a chalkboard to explain this Sunday's ECW Championship Scramble. At the end of the 20 minutes in the match whoever's scored the last pinfall will be named winner. The current champ doesn't need to be pinned to lose the title necessarily.
Gregory Helms was backstage interviewing Mark Henry and Tony Atlas about the main event match tonight. All of a sudden a commotion was heard and the camera showed that one of the backstage storage boxes had fallen onto a worker. The man was screaming in pain as WWE officials rushed over to try to lift the box. Henry and Atlas were shown with no Helms there. Suddenly, someone lifted the heavy box off the man to save him and it was the Hurricane. Hurricane quickly rushed off the scene. Henry and Atlas felt some wind blow by them, then Gregory Helms was back interviewing them again. Henry asked what was going on as the segment ended.
Tommy Dreamer & Christian vs. Mark Henry & Jack Swagger
Christian started with Swagger and eventually had him in a headlock. Since Christian had the advantage, he tagged in Dreamer to continue it. Dreamer kept momentum in his team's favor with an armbar takedown but Swagger reversed it and in came Henry. At one point, Dreamer knocked Henry out of the ring, then avoided Swagger near the ropes, causing Swagger to spill out. Dreamer jumped off the apron onto Henry, then Christian jumped onto Swagger, leaving both heels down as ECW went to break.
ECW returned with Christian in control, as he jumped off the corner at Swagger. Christian hurt himself on the jump and crawled over to tag in Dreamer. Dreamer had serious momentum, knocking Henry off the apron and Swagger down to the mat. Dreamer was able to hit a neckbreaker but failed to pin Swagger for 3. Dreamer hung Swagger in the corner then hit his running dropkick. The ref became occupied with Christian, which allowed Henry to enter the ring and attack Dreamer from behind.
Henry continued to dominate Dreamer with punches and other moves before Swagger came in yet again. Swagger continued his team's dominant position until Dreamer mustered up the strength to powerbomb him to the mat. Dreamer managed to crawl over and jump to tag in Christian, just as Swagger tagged Henry. Christian launched a major offensive attack to eventually take Henry down with a dropkick off the corner. Swagger came in to attack, but Christian knocked him out of the ring. After a brief scuffle, Henry regained control on Christian near the corner. Henry glared at Swagger who got back on the apron, then tried to sit splash Christian. Christian avoided it, and Swagger tagged back in. Christian was finally able to get the Killswitch on Swagger but it was near the ropes. Tony Atlas grabbed one of Swagger's legs and moved it under the ropes to stop the ref's pinfall count.
Christian went over and punched Atlas through the ropes. Dreamer ran over and tackled Atlas down to beat on him. Meanwhile, Henry caught Christian as he tried to jump at him off the apron, then slammed Christian's back into the ringpost. Henry tossed Christian back into the ring for Swagger to hit the Gutwrench Powerbomb to win the match.
After the victory, Swagger gloated about the victory and became his cocky self celebrating in the ring. Henry came in and beat down Tommy Dreamer in the ring, then stared at Swagger before hitting the World's Strongest Slam on him. Jack Swagger and Mark Henry win via
Evan Bourne vs. Tyson Kidd
Higlights were shown from the beating Bourne took last week from Mark Henry after two Worlds Greatest Slams. Kidd came to the ring accompanied by Natalya and DH Smith.
Early on in the match, DH Smith got up on the apron to try to distract Bourne. The ref caught it and ordered both Natalya and Smith to leave from ringside. From there, Bourne tossed Kidd outside then jumped off at him. Bourne tried for the quick pin in the ring, but to no avail. Kidd managed to ground Bourne and locked in a chinlock submission for a while before kicking him. Kidd wisely targeted Bournes hurt ribs with knees and then a suplex onto the ropes. Kidd missed on a charge in the corner and Bourne jumped on him off the corner.
Bourne continued his attack with high intensity and fast-paced moves including a headscissors to throw Kidd. Bourne landed a big knee to Kidd's jaw to knock him to the mat before hitting the Shooting Starpress to win it. Bourne kept holding his taped ribs after the victory. Evan Bourne wins via pinfall over Tyson Kidd.
Striker and Matthews revealed Finlay's attack last week on Christian with the shilaleigh and later in the night when he clocked Tommy Dreamer as well. Jack Swagger came down to beat up Christian, when Christian tried to save Dreamer. Afterwards, Finlay clocked Swagger with the shilaleigh.
Finlay was shown walking backstage on his way out to explain his actions.
Finlay came down to the ring and picked up a mic. Finlay said a few weeks ago he tried to break up a fight in the locker room between Dreamer and Christian, and in the process he injured his eye. Finlay said nobody reached out to him during his injury, because all he got was a text from them saying sorry. Finlay said sorry doesn't pay his bills, so he retaliated last week for what happened. As Finlay continued to talk, he was interrupted by Zack Ryder who came out with a mic and said Finlay forgot he's got a match tonight against the man, Mr. Woo Woo Woo.
Finlay vs. Zack Ryder
The match was joined in progress with Finlay in control, knocking Ryder down with a shoulder block off the ropes. Ryder eventually took control and hammered on Finlay in the corner a bit, before Finlay took him down with an arm hold. At one point, Finlay collided with Ryder's head and Finlay started holding his eye. Ryder began attacking more, even stepping on Finlay's face.
Ryder remained in control with a headlock down on the mat and several variations of submission holds, followed by knees and boots to Finlay's face. Ryder punched Finlay right in the eye before using another headlock. Finlay made the comeback with several takedowns of Ryder off the ropes, followed by the Celtic Cross. Ryder kicked out of the pinfall. Ryder again hit Finlay in the eye, so the ref went to check on Finlay. Ryder started taking the turnbuckle
cover off, so the ref went over to stop him. From there, Finlay grabbed Ryder and rolled him up, holding the tights to win the pinfall victory. Finlay wins via pinfall over Zack Ryder.
The Raw Rebound covered last night's Last Man Standing Match for the WWE Title. It was an intense battle in and around the ring between Triple H and Orton. Things eventually progressed to the top of the ramp, where a ladder came into play. Triple H's knee had been seriously hurt but he still managed to Pedigree Orton on the ramp. Both HHH and Orton were down as the ref counted to 10, meaning Orton would retain. Donald Trump also made his start as owner of Raw. Trump refunded everyone in attendance's ticket money, then discussed his plans for the show. Vince McMahon came to the ring to confront Trump, then figured out Trump had played him by buying Raw. Vince started offering Trump money to buy back Raw and eventually payed double the price to regain ownership. One of Vince's first acts as new owner was to tell Orton he'll be in a "3 Stages of Hell" match against Triple H at The Bash. First fall is regular, second fall is falls count anywhere, third fall is stretcher match. To end Raw, Triple H attacked Orton on his way into the parking garage and told him he's taking Orton to Hell this Sunday.
Striker and Matthews ran down the card for The Bash including The Miz vs. John Cena, Jeff Hardy vs. CM Punk, Rey Mysterio vs Jericho and Triple H vs. Orton in the 3 Stages of Hell match. Striker got in the ring with a chalkboard to explain this Sunday's ECW Championship Scramble. At the end of the 20 minutes in the match whoever's scored the last pinfall will be named winner. The current champ doesn't need to be pinned to lose the title necessarily.
Gregory Helms was backstage interviewing Mark Henry and Tony Atlas about the main event match tonight. All of a sudden a commotion was heard and the camera showed that one of the backstage storage boxes had fallen onto a worker. The man was screaming in pain as WWE officials rushed over to try to lift the box. Henry and Atlas were shown with no Helms there. Suddenly, someone lifted the heavy box off the man to save him and it was the Hurricane. Hurricane quickly rushed off the scene. Henry and Atlas felt some wind blow by them, then Gregory Helms was back interviewing them again. Henry asked what was going on as the segment ended.
Tommy Dreamer & Christian vs. Mark Henry & Jack Swagger
Christian started with Swagger and eventually had him in a headlock. Since Christian had the advantage, he tagged in Dreamer to continue it. Dreamer kept momentum in his team's favor with an armbar takedown but Swagger reversed it and in came Henry. At one point, Dreamer knocked Henry out of the ring, then avoided Swagger near the ropes, causing Swagger to spill out. Dreamer jumped off the apron onto Henry, then Christian jumped onto Swagger, leaving both heels down as ECW went to break.
ECW returned with Christian in control, as he jumped off the corner at Swagger. Christian hurt himself on the jump and crawled over to tag in Dreamer. Dreamer had serious momentum, knocking Henry off the apron and Swagger down to the mat. Dreamer was able to hit a neckbreaker but failed to pin Swagger for 3. Dreamer hung Swagger in the corner then hit his running dropkick. The ref became occupied with Christian, which allowed Henry to enter the ring and attack Dreamer from behind.
Henry continued to dominate Dreamer with punches and other moves before Swagger came in yet again. Swagger continued his team's dominant position until Dreamer mustered up the strength to powerbomb him to the mat. Dreamer managed to crawl over and jump to tag in Christian, just as Swagger tagged Henry. Christian launched a major offensive attack to eventually take Henry down with a dropkick off the corner. Swagger came in to attack, but Christian knocked him out of the ring. After a brief scuffle, Henry regained control on Christian near the corner. Henry glared at Swagger who got back on the apron, then tried to sit splash Christian. Christian avoided it, and Swagger tagged back in. Christian was finally able to get the Killswitch on Swagger but it was near the ropes. Tony Atlas grabbed one of Swagger's legs and moved it under the ropes to stop the ref's pinfall count.
Christian went over and punched Atlas through the ropes. Dreamer ran over and tackled Atlas down to beat on him. Meanwhile, Henry caught Christian as he tried to jump at him off the apron, then slammed Christian's back into the ringpost. Henry tossed Christian back into the ring for Swagger to hit the Gutwrench Powerbomb to win the match.
After the victory, Swagger gloated about the victory and became his cocky self celebrating in the ring. Henry came in and beat down Tommy Dreamer in the ring, then stared at Swagger before hitting the World's Strongest Slam on him. Jack Swagger and Mark Henry win via
Monday, June 22, 2009
Raw Results 06-22-09
Raw opened with highlights from last week's show including Randy Orton winning the WWE Title in a Fatal Fourway, Vince McMahon selling Raw to Donald Trump, Triple H winning a 10 man Battle Royal to become #1 Contender for WWE Title, and Donald Trump announcing they would decide the title on Raw in a Last Man Standing Match.
Cole and Lawler reminded fans that tonight's Raw is commercial free, owned by Donald Trump and will feature Triple H vs. Randy Orton for the WWE Title in a Last Man Standing Match. Lillian Garcia introduced the new owner of WWE Raw, Donald Trump. Trump was escorted from backstage by Kelly Kelly. Trump told the fans this is their show not his. Trump said the fans in attendance would get a full refund of their ticket money after the show was over. The fans cheered with a standing ovation. Trump said he was returning approximately $245,000, and told the fans to enjoy the show.
John Cena came to the ring next and said hats off to Mr. Trump. Cena said Trump booked him in a match with the Big Show. Cena said Trump did what each of the superstars do week in and out, make a statement. Cena had footage shown of The Miz constantly berating and insulting Cena in the ring. Cena invited Miz to come out and say something this week. The Miz emerged from backstage to the ramp with a mic in hand. Miz said there was nothing left to say because he's constantly called out Cena and Cena's done nothing. Miz called Cena a coward, and Cena challenged Miz to come to the ring.
Miz walked all the way down to the ring, got in Cena's face and again called him a coward. Cena said normally he'd knock Miz' teeth in, but not tonight. Cena congratulated Miz for getting a main event match at a PPV, because this Sunday he'll be facing Cena. Cena then told Miz he doesn't get rattled, but described to Miz what rattled is. Cena told Miz he's not a reality show has-been, but a "WWE never was". Cena told Miz to put his tail between his legs now and head backstage. Miz turned to leave, then threw his mic at Cena and punched him in the face before running out of the ring.
Lawler and Cole showed footage of Mr. McMahon's limo broken down, with the chaffeur trying to fix the engine. Vince was outside on a cell phone saying Trump took his limo, and Vince got the backup. Vince asked the chaffeur what their plan was. The chaffeur suggested they walk to the arena. Vince told the man to start walking then hopped on his back. The man fell down and Vince kicked him, then yelled at him to call his boss and tell him to have Vince picked up.
Jim Ross and Todd Grisham were present at Raw, with a bucket of KFC chicken, saying they were asked to be part of tonight's show. Ross and Grisham announced that Mr. McMahon's Farewell address will be later tonight.
Jeff Hardy, the Great Khali & Rey Mysterio vs. Chris Jericho, Dolph Ziggler & Edge
Six Man Tag Match
Footage was shown from last Friday's Smackdown, where Mysterio showed up from ringside to cost Chris Jericho a match against Jeff Hardy. Before the match could even start, CM Punk emerged from backstage to come do guest commentary with JR and Grisham.
At one point in the match, Hardy had Ziggler, Edge and Jericho all on the outside and dove onto them in a pile. Khali had Mysterio get on his shoulders, then Mysterio jumped off onto them as well. Khali prepared to jump off the ropes, but Jericho was back in the ring to attack. As the match moved forward, it came down to Jeff Hardy with the advantage on Ziggler. Edge rushed in and Speared Jeff down. Khali came in and picked up Edge to Punjabi Plunge him, but Jericho kicked Khali then tried a Codebreaker. Khali staggered back and Edge spear tackled him down. Mysterio came in and dropkicked edge onto the ropes, then Jericho and hit a double 619. With the ring cleared, Jeff was still legal and eventually hit a Swanton on Ziggler to win. The Great Khali, Rey Mysterio and Jeff Hardy win via pinfall over Edge, Chris Jericho and Dolph Ziggler.
After the match, Jeff was in the ring celebrating solo, when CM Punk got up and went into the ring behind him unnoticed. Punk held up Jeff's arm in victory along with the World Heavyweight title. Jeff turned and saw him, then yanked his hand away and left the ring, giving Punk a look.
Backstage, Vince McMahon was shown going to Donald Trump's office. Vince went to open the door and it was locked. Vince knocked asking if Trump was in there. Suddenly a hand tapped Vince on the shoulder and it was Santina. Santina said it was great to finally meet Vince. Vince told her about being locked out of his office and Santina said he should share an office with Donald, and they could use the sign "Mc-Donald's". Trump finally came out of the office and told Vince he now owns that office, so Vince's is down the hall. Trump then asked Santino who she was. Santina told Trump she works there, and Trump said he owns the show now so she's fired. Santina left the camera shot and Santino was shown. Santino said "well she had a good run" then walked off.
Carlito and Primo came to the ring to cut a promo about their match against Cody Rhodes and Ted Dibiase. Primo promised that the Colons will still have the tag titles after this Sunday.
Cody Rhodes vs. Primo Colon
During the match, a countdown timer was shown with about 12 minutes until the Orton-HHH Last Man Standing Match.
Ted Dibiase and Carlito watched from ringside as the match went forth. Primo had the momentum in his favor after a small package attempt. Primo did a flying cross body off the ropes onto Rhodes, but Rhodes reversed the pin and pulled on Primo's tights to secure it. Cody Rhodes wins via pinfall over Primo Colon.
Vince McMahon ventured through the back locker room area trying to find his office. Goldust and Hornswoggle came up to joke with him by putting Goldust's old wig on Vince. Vince threw the wig off and yelled at them to get out, as Goldust pointed to his office. Vince found a bathroom stall with his name on it, as his office. Vince leaned against a wall and said for his Farewell address he just wants one shred of dignity. Suddenly the toilet flushed and the bathroom stall with Vince's name on it opened, as Festus came out. Festus stopped by Vince and slapped a Wall Street Journal against him, then walked out. Vince threw the paper down angrily.
A promo video was shown regarding the Triple H and Randy Orton buildup to tonight's Last Man Standing Match.
Triple H vs. Randy Orton (WWE Title Last Man Standing Match)
Lillian gave the rules that the only way to win is to incapacitate your opponent so they can't answer the ref's 10 count. Early on Triple H beat up Orton outside the ring into the crowd. Orton got up before a 5 count, and HHH started pounding on him some more. Things remained on the outside and Orton gained control as he smashed the steep steps into HHH's head. HHH beat a ref's count, and back in the ring Orton began methodically stomping on HHH, especially his knee and leg.
The match progressed to the outside once again, and HHH prepared for a Pedigree on Orton on the commentator's table. Orton reversed it and hit the RKO, which kept HHH down until 9. Orton was up with his back to HHH who got on his feet just before 10. Orton rushed HHH and was tossed onto the table. The ref started counting again with both men down. HHH delivered a shot from a small TV monitor to Orton's skull. The two men ended up fighting up the ramp, with HHH hitting a Spinebuster. HHH prepared for a Pedigree, with Orton reversing to backdrop HHH on the ramp.
Orton continued to beat up HHH against the side of the ramp, and then stalked him on the pavement, ready for the RKO. As HHH got up, he shoved Orton over the crowd barricade to avoid the RKO. The ref started counting both men down. Orton got over the barricade at 8, and HHH picked up a ladder to rush at him. Orton avoided it and HHH took out a nearby WWE staff member by accident. Orton shoved away the WWE personnel so he could get the ladder, then used it to clip HHH's leg up on the ramp. Orton put HHH's leg inside the ladder and repeatedly stomped away on it. HHH struggled to get up before 8, but Orton walked over and hammered on him some more, then set up the ladder. Orton stood up HHH and then went up the ladder to try an RKO off the ladder. HHH countered it and shoved Orton to the ramp. HHH finally hit the Pedigree, but his hurt knee also hit the steel ramp. Both men were down as the ref counted. Triple H tried to use the ladder to get to his feet, but it slid forward and he fell. The ref told Lillian neither man answered the 10 count, so Orton retained. Match a draw when neither man could answer the ref's 10 count, so Orton retains the WWE Title.
Maryse was shown backstage, when The Miz came up to her. Miz told her he gets the whole hard to get routine but it doesn't work on him. Maryse told Miz to not even try for her until he's done something impressive to John Cena.
It was announced that Jeff Hardy and Rey Mysterio will team up to face Chris Jericho and Edge in a "Rage in the Cage" match on Friday's Smackdown.
Donald Trump came out again from backstage, this time escorted by Maria and Eve Torres. Earlier today, Trump gave a press conference at Green Bay International Airport, with Vince McMahon and the divas there.
In the ring, Trump said there's nothing like good ownership. Trump reminded fans that everyone was getting their money back. Trump brought up the concept of GM's and said he doesn't believe in that, so instead each week he'll appoint a celebrity in charge of Raw. Trump said the fans can plan on getting lots of freebies from him. Trump brought up Wrestlemania 26, but just then Vince McMahon's music hit and Vince came out from backstage.
Vince confronted Trump about giving the fans back their money and having commercial free Raw. Vince said if Trump keeps doing this, in 6 months Vince will be bankrupt. Trump told Vince he payed a big price for Raw so he can do whatever he wants to now. Vince realized that Trump played him. Vince offered to buy back Raw for what Trump bought it for, so they could make things fair. Trump said no, and Vince kept trying to up the buyback price. Trump kept refusing to make a deal. Vince offered Trump double his money back for Raw and finally Trump agreed to it and shook on it. Vince then told Trump if he ever sees him or his logo again Vince will knock him on his billionaire butt. Trump walked up to Vince and after a few moments slapped Vince in the face. Vince became enraged and several men in suits came down to make sure he wouldn't go after Trump. Eventually, Vince stormed backstage with Trump smirking in the ring.
Cole and Lawler revisited the various events that have built up the Big Show vs Cena feud, starting at Backlash when Show smashed Cena into a huge searchlight, which caused Cena to lose the World Heavyweight Title.
Backstage, Orton was being attended to for a shoulder injury with Legacy standing by. Mr. McMahon angrily came in and told the doctors to get out, then told Rhodes and Dibiase to get lost too. Vince told Orton if he thinks he's in pain now, wait until the Bash Sunday. Vince told Orton he'll face HHH again at The Bash in a best of 3 falls match. Fall 1 will be regular match, fall 2 will be falls count anywhere and fall 3 will be a stretcher match. Vince told Orton it will be the "3 Stages of Hell".
Cole announced that Thursday Kofi Kingston will defend his US Championship in a Triple Threat match against Matt Hardy and MVP.
Mickie James & The Bella Twins vs. Maryse, Beth Phoenix & Rosa Mendes
Rosa and Mickie started things off, but Beth tagged herself in since Rosa had trouble. Beth shoved Mickie down towards her corner and one of the Bellas tagged in. Beth drug her over to her corner and Rosa tagged in to start pummeling on her. The Bella twin gained control after whipping Rosa to her corner, then tagged in her twin. Things got out of hand though as Maryse came over to taunt Mickie on the apron, and the ref turned his back. Beth Phoenix smashed one of the Bellas into the ring corner, then Rosa came over to stomp on her. Maryse tagged in to continue beating up one of the Bellas. Things got chaotic, as all six divas came into the ring. The Bellas did a double dropkick on Beth and took her to the outside. Mickie was left inside the ring with Rosa. Rosa hit Mickie, causing Mickie to angrily turn and superkick Rosa down for the pinfall. After the win, Mickie and the Bella Twins looked outside the ring at Maryse up the ramp. Maryse shoved Rosa blaming her for the loss. Mickie James & The Bella Twins win via pinfall over Beth Phoenix, Rosa Mendes and Maryse.
A promo video was shown of John Cena, and how Chicago Cub player Alfonso Soriano does the "You Can't See Me" signal. Cole and Lawler got in the ring to discuss this Sunday's Pay-Per-View, The Bash. They ran down the various matches including Punk vs. Hardy for the World Heavyweight Title, Mysterio vs. Jericho in a Mask vs. Title match, and Orton vs. HHH in a 3 Stages of Hell match for the WWE Title.
John Cena vs. Big Show
Early on in the contest, Cena managed to knock Show outside the ring with a shoulder block. Cena went out after Show, and Show dropped Cena face first on a crowd barricade. Back in the ring, Cena kept punching Show, but as Cena went against the ropes, Show speared him down. From here, Show started to dominate things as he beat Cena around the ring, slapping his chest in the corner. Show continued manhandling Cena in and out of the ring. Show prepared for a knockout punch, but Cena jumped up and put a headlock on Show. Show slammed Cena back, and Cena kicked out of the pin.
Show set Cena in a corner and did a hip slash against him to continue the punishment. Show tried to do the same thing again, but this time Cena avoided it. Show leveled Cena yet again to the mat. Show once again tried to rush Cena in the corner, but Cena stuck both boots up, then with Show stunned jumped off the corner with a legdrop on Show's head. Cena hit the Five Knuckle Shuffle, but as he went back towards Show, Show grabbed him and Chokeslammed him. Cena barely escaped the pin. Show continued to punish Cena, and eventually went for a Submission hold. Cena avoided it and slapped in the STF. Show was ready to tap out but just then, The Miz came rushing down the ramp and got on the apron. Cena released the hold and ran over to take a swipe at Miz. Miz ducked and dropped off the apron. Cena turned and ducked Show's punch attempt and then hoisted him up for the Attitude Adjustment. Cena had Show on his shoulders close to the ropes, so Miz got back on the apron and shoved Cena, causing Show to topple on top of him for a winning pinfall. After Show was declared winner and left the ring, Miz got in the ring to taunt Cena. The Big Show wins via pinfall over John Cena.
A hurting Randy Orton was shown exiting the arena, limping on his way over towards a waiting car with the trunk open. As Orton got to the car with his luggage, all of a sudden Triple H came out and attacked from behind. HHH put Orton laying face first in the trunk, and slammed the trunk door on his back. HHH told Orton "it's not over" and that this Sunday he's going to hell.
Cole and Lawler reminded fans that tonight's Raw is commercial free, owned by Donald Trump and will feature Triple H vs. Randy Orton for the WWE Title in a Last Man Standing Match. Lillian Garcia introduced the new owner of WWE Raw, Donald Trump. Trump was escorted from backstage by Kelly Kelly. Trump told the fans this is their show not his. Trump said the fans in attendance would get a full refund of their ticket money after the show was over. The fans cheered with a standing ovation. Trump said he was returning approximately $245,000, and told the fans to enjoy the show.
John Cena came to the ring next and said hats off to Mr. Trump. Cena said Trump booked him in a match with the Big Show. Cena said Trump did what each of the superstars do week in and out, make a statement. Cena had footage shown of The Miz constantly berating and insulting Cena in the ring. Cena invited Miz to come out and say something this week. The Miz emerged from backstage to the ramp with a mic in hand. Miz said there was nothing left to say because he's constantly called out Cena and Cena's done nothing. Miz called Cena a coward, and Cena challenged Miz to come to the ring.
Miz walked all the way down to the ring, got in Cena's face and again called him a coward. Cena said normally he'd knock Miz' teeth in, but not tonight. Cena congratulated Miz for getting a main event match at a PPV, because this Sunday he'll be facing Cena. Cena then told Miz he doesn't get rattled, but described to Miz what rattled is. Cena told Miz he's not a reality show has-been, but a "WWE never was". Cena told Miz to put his tail between his legs now and head backstage. Miz turned to leave, then threw his mic at Cena and punched him in the face before running out of the ring.
Lawler and Cole showed footage of Mr. McMahon's limo broken down, with the chaffeur trying to fix the engine. Vince was outside on a cell phone saying Trump took his limo, and Vince got the backup. Vince asked the chaffeur what their plan was. The chaffeur suggested they walk to the arena. Vince told the man to start walking then hopped on his back. The man fell down and Vince kicked him, then yelled at him to call his boss and tell him to have Vince picked up.
Jim Ross and Todd Grisham were present at Raw, with a bucket of KFC chicken, saying they were asked to be part of tonight's show. Ross and Grisham announced that Mr. McMahon's Farewell address will be later tonight.
Jeff Hardy, the Great Khali & Rey Mysterio vs. Chris Jericho, Dolph Ziggler & Edge
Six Man Tag Match
Footage was shown from last Friday's Smackdown, where Mysterio showed up from ringside to cost Chris Jericho a match against Jeff Hardy. Before the match could even start, CM Punk emerged from backstage to come do guest commentary with JR and Grisham.
At one point in the match, Hardy had Ziggler, Edge and Jericho all on the outside and dove onto them in a pile. Khali had Mysterio get on his shoulders, then Mysterio jumped off onto them as well. Khali prepared to jump off the ropes, but Jericho was back in the ring to attack. As the match moved forward, it came down to Jeff Hardy with the advantage on Ziggler. Edge rushed in and Speared Jeff down. Khali came in and picked up Edge to Punjabi Plunge him, but Jericho kicked Khali then tried a Codebreaker. Khali staggered back and Edge spear tackled him down. Mysterio came in and dropkicked edge onto the ropes, then Jericho and hit a double 619. With the ring cleared, Jeff was still legal and eventually hit a Swanton on Ziggler to win. The Great Khali, Rey Mysterio and Jeff Hardy win via pinfall over Edge, Chris Jericho and Dolph Ziggler.
After the match, Jeff was in the ring celebrating solo, when CM Punk got up and went into the ring behind him unnoticed. Punk held up Jeff's arm in victory along with the World Heavyweight title. Jeff turned and saw him, then yanked his hand away and left the ring, giving Punk a look.
Backstage, Vince McMahon was shown going to Donald Trump's office. Vince went to open the door and it was locked. Vince knocked asking if Trump was in there. Suddenly a hand tapped Vince on the shoulder and it was Santina. Santina said it was great to finally meet Vince. Vince told her about being locked out of his office and Santina said he should share an office with Donald, and they could use the sign "Mc-Donald's". Trump finally came out of the office and told Vince he now owns that office, so Vince's is down the hall. Trump then asked Santino who she was. Santina told Trump she works there, and Trump said he owns the show now so she's fired. Santina left the camera shot and Santino was shown. Santino said "well she had a good run" then walked off.
Carlito and Primo came to the ring to cut a promo about their match against Cody Rhodes and Ted Dibiase. Primo promised that the Colons will still have the tag titles after this Sunday.
Cody Rhodes vs. Primo Colon
During the match, a countdown timer was shown with about 12 minutes until the Orton-HHH Last Man Standing Match.
Ted Dibiase and Carlito watched from ringside as the match went forth. Primo had the momentum in his favor after a small package attempt. Primo did a flying cross body off the ropes onto Rhodes, but Rhodes reversed the pin and pulled on Primo's tights to secure it. Cody Rhodes wins via pinfall over Primo Colon.
Vince McMahon ventured through the back locker room area trying to find his office. Goldust and Hornswoggle came up to joke with him by putting Goldust's old wig on Vince. Vince threw the wig off and yelled at them to get out, as Goldust pointed to his office. Vince found a bathroom stall with his name on it, as his office. Vince leaned against a wall and said for his Farewell address he just wants one shred of dignity. Suddenly the toilet flushed and the bathroom stall with Vince's name on it opened, as Festus came out. Festus stopped by Vince and slapped a Wall Street Journal against him, then walked out. Vince threw the paper down angrily.
A promo video was shown regarding the Triple H and Randy Orton buildup to tonight's Last Man Standing Match.
Triple H vs. Randy Orton (WWE Title Last Man Standing Match)
Lillian gave the rules that the only way to win is to incapacitate your opponent so they can't answer the ref's 10 count. Early on Triple H beat up Orton outside the ring into the crowd. Orton got up before a 5 count, and HHH started pounding on him some more. Things remained on the outside and Orton gained control as he smashed the steep steps into HHH's head. HHH beat a ref's count, and back in the ring Orton began methodically stomping on HHH, especially his knee and leg.
The match progressed to the outside once again, and HHH prepared for a Pedigree on Orton on the commentator's table. Orton reversed it and hit the RKO, which kept HHH down until 9. Orton was up with his back to HHH who got on his feet just before 10. Orton rushed HHH and was tossed onto the table. The ref started counting again with both men down. HHH delivered a shot from a small TV monitor to Orton's skull. The two men ended up fighting up the ramp, with HHH hitting a Spinebuster. HHH prepared for a Pedigree, with Orton reversing to backdrop HHH on the ramp.
Orton continued to beat up HHH against the side of the ramp, and then stalked him on the pavement, ready for the RKO. As HHH got up, he shoved Orton over the crowd barricade to avoid the RKO. The ref started counting both men down. Orton got over the barricade at 8, and HHH picked up a ladder to rush at him. Orton avoided it and HHH took out a nearby WWE staff member by accident. Orton shoved away the WWE personnel so he could get the ladder, then used it to clip HHH's leg up on the ramp. Orton put HHH's leg inside the ladder and repeatedly stomped away on it. HHH struggled to get up before 8, but Orton walked over and hammered on him some more, then set up the ladder. Orton stood up HHH and then went up the ladder to try an RKO off the ladder. HHH countered it and shoved Orton to the ramp. HHH finally hit the Pedigree, but his hurt knee also hit the steel ramp. Both men were down as the ref counted. Triple H tried to use the ladder to get to his feet, but it slid forward and he fell. The ref told Lillian neither man answered the 10 count, so Orton retained. Match a draw when neither man could answer the ref's 10 count, so Orton retains the WWE Title.
Maryse was shown backstage, when The Miz came up to her. Miz told her he gets the whole hard to get routine but it doesn't work on him. Maryse told Miz to not even try for her until he's done something impressive to John Cena.
It was announced that Jeff Hardy and Rey Mysterio will team up to face Chris Jericho and Edge in a "Rage in the Cage" match on Friday's Smackdown.
Donald Trump came out again from backstage, this time escorted by Maria and Eve Torres. Earlier today, Trump gave a press conference at Green Bay International Airport, with Vince McMahon and the divas there.
In the ring, Trump said there's nothing like good ownership. Trump reminded fans that everyone was getting their money back. Trump brought up the concept of GM's and said he doesn't believe in that, so instead each week he'll appoint a celebrity in charge of Raw. Trump said the fans can plan on getting lots of freebies from him. Trump brought up Wrestlemania 26, but just then Vince McMahon's music hit and Vince came out from backstage.
Vince confronted Trump about giving the fans back their money and having commercial free Raw. Vince said if Trump keeps doing this, in 6 months Vince will be bankrupt. Trump told Vince he payed a big price for Raw so he can do whatever he wants to now. Vince realized that Trump played him. Vince offered to buy back Raw for what Trump bought it for, so they could make things fair. Trump said no, and Vince kept trying to up the buyback price. Trump kept refusing to make a deal. Vince offered Trump double his money back for Raw and finally Trump agreed to it and shook on it. Vince then told Trump if he ever sees him or his logo again Vince will knock him on his billionaire butt. Trump walked up to Vince and after a few moments slapped Vince in the face. Vince became enraged and several men in suits came down to make sure he wouldn't go after Trump. Eventually, Vince stormed backstage with Trump smirking in the ring.
Cole and Lawler revisited the various events that have built up the Big Show vs Cena feud, starting at Backlash when Show smashed Cena into a huge searchlight, which caused Cena to lose the World Heavyweight Title.
Backstage, Orton was being attended to for a shoulder injury with Legacy standing by. Mr. McMahon angrily came in and told the doctors to get out, then told Rhodes and Dibiase to get lost too. Vince told Orton if he thinks he's in pain now, wait until the Bash Sunday. Vince told Orton he'll face HHH again at The Bash in a best of 3 falls match. Fall 1 will be regular match, fall 2 will be falls count anywhere and fall 3 will be a stretcher match. Vince told Orton it will be the "3 Stages of Hell".
Cole announced that Thursday Kofi Kingston will defend his US Championship in a Triple Threat match against Matt Hardy and MVP.
Mickie James & The Bella Twins vs. Maryse, Beth Phoenix & Rosa Mendes
Rosa and Mickie started things off, but Beth tagged herself in since Rosa had trouble. Beth shoved Mickie down towards her corner and one of the Bellas tagged in. Beth drug her over to her corner and Rosa tagged in to start pummeling on her. The Bella twin gained control after whipping Rosa to her corner, then tagged in her twin. Things got out of hand though as Maryse came over to taunt Mickie on the apron, and the ref turned his back. Beth Phoenix smashed one of the Bellas into the ring corner, then Rosa came over to stomp on her. Maryse tagged in to continue beating up one of the Bellas. Things got chaotic, as all six divas came into the ring. The Bellas did a double dropkick on Beth and took her to the outside. Mickie was left inside the ring with Rosa. Rosa hit Mickie, causing Mickie to angrily turn and superkick Rosa down for the pinfall. After the win, Mickie and the Bella Twins looked outside the ring at Maryse up the ramp. Maryse shoved Rosa blaming her for the loss. Mickie James & The Bella Twins win via pinfall over Beth Phoenix, Rosa Mendes and Maryse.
A promo video was shown of John Cena, and how Chicago Cub player Alfonso Soriano does the "You Can't See Me" signal. Cole and Lawler got in the ring to discuss this Sunday's Pay-Per-View, The Bash. They ran down the various matches including Punk vs. Hardy for the World Heavyweight Title, Mysterio vs. Jericho in a Mask vs. Title match, and Orton vs. HHH in a 3 Stages of Hell match for the WWE Title.
John Cena vs. Big Show
Early on in the contest, Cena managed to knock Show outside the ring with a shoulder block. Cena went out after Show, and Show dropped Cena face first on a crowd barricade. Back in the ring, Cena kept punching Show, but as Cena went against the ropes, Show speared him down. From here, Show started to dominate things as he beat Cena around the ring, slapping his chest in the corner. Show continued manhandling Cena in and out of the ring. Show prepared for a knockout punch, but Cena jumped up and put a headlock on Show. Show slammed Cena back, and Cena kicked out of the pin.
Show set Cena in a corner and did a hip slash against him to continue the punishment. Show tried to do the same thing again, but this time Cena avoided it. Show leveled Cena yet again to the mat. Show once again tried to rush Cena in the corner, but Cena stuck both boots up, then with Show stunned jumped off the corner with a legdrop on Show's head. Cena hit the Five Knuckle Shuffle, but as he went back towards Show, Show grabbed him and Chokeslammed him. Cena barely escaped the pin. Show continued to punish Cena, and eventually went for a Submission hold. Cena avoided it and slapped in the STF. Show was ready to tap out but just then, The Miz came rushing down the ramp and got on the apron. Cena released the hold and ran over to take a swipe at Miz. Miz ducked and dropped off the apron. Cena turned and ducked Show's punch attempt and then hoisted him up for the Attitude Adjustment. Cena had Show on his shoulders close to the ropes, so Miz got back on the apron and shoved Cena, causing Show to topple on top of him for a winning pinfall. After Show was declared winner and left the ring, Miz got in the ring to taunt Cena. The Big Show wins via pinfall over John Cena.
A hurting Randy Orton was shown exiting the arena, limping on his way over towards a waiting car with the trunk open. As Orton got to the car with his luggage, all of a sudden Triple H came out and attacked from behind. HHH put Orton laying face first in the trunk, and slammed the trunk door on his back. HHH told Orton "it's not over" and that this Sunday he's going to hell.
Saturday, June 20, 2009
GE and WWE in Violation of Securities Law?
What started out as a typical wrestling publicity joke could have serious implications for two companies.
World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. (WWE: 12.43, -0.4, -3.12%) and General Electric Company (GE: 12.09, 0.1, 0.83%) could be liable for a violation of securities law, after GE-owned USA Network issued a fake press release that may have caused shares of WWE to fall 6%, Tuesday afternoon.
The release announced the sale of WWE’s popular Monday Night RAW wrestling show, which airs on the USA Network, to billionaire investor Donald Trump. The details of the sale were not provided and the release claimed, “the terms of the deal were not disclosed.” However, WWE Chairman Vince McMahon was quoted as stating, “this was an offer I couldn’t refuse.”
In the release, Trump revealed that in his first act as new owner, he planned to air the show live and commercial free on Monday, June 22, and he would be making a live appearance on the program as the new owner.
The release was distributed by the GE-owned USA Network via PR Newswire, a business and corporate-relations newswire service. Upon circulation of the release, shares of WWE, a publicly traded company, fell more than 7%, to $12.18 per share, after opening at $13.13, Tuesday morning.
But the sale of the franchise to Donald Trump never actually happened. Two days later came a second announcement, saying the original release “referred to Monday Night RAW’s storyline of a ‘sale’ of WWE’s RAW to Donald Trump.” However, the release said, the companies “intended the release to be promotional for that ongoing story arc on the series. There is no such actual 'sale.' We apologize for any confusion.”
Meissner agrees there is not much risk of an SEC investigation, since it doesn’t appear the company intended to manipulate the stock price, but Randy Katz a securities lawyer with Baker & Hostetler LLP in Orange County, Calif., thinks the SEC might consider opening an investigation.
"It certainly is a possibility," Katz said. "The world today versus a couple of years ago has less tolerance for these types of issues. Theres a greater likelihood today, than if this happened a few years ago."
Both attorneys think WWE investors that sold the stock at a loss could have legal grounds to collect damages, potentially from both WWE and GE, since USA Network issued the release, but he couldn’t think of any legal precedent that could be used.
“Off top of my head, this is a unique set of facts,” Meissner said. “It sounds like poor judgment on their part for them to do this—for either company of that size to undertake something like this…it seems silly.”
World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. (WWE: 12.43, -0.4, -3.12%) and General Electric Company (GE: 12.09, 0.1, 0.83%) could be liable for a violation of securities law, after GE-owned USA Network issued a fake press release that may have caused shares of WWE to fall 6%, Tuesday afternoon.
The release announced the sale of WWE’s popular Monday Night RAW wrestling show, which airs on the USA Network, to billionaire investor Donald Trump. The details of the sale were not provided and the release claimed, “the terms of the deal were not disclosed.” However, WWE Chairman Vince McMahon was quoted as stating, “this was an offer I couldn’t refuse.”
In the release, Trump revealed that in his first act as new owner, he planned to air the show live and commercial free on Monday, June 22, and he would be making a live appearance on the program as the new owner.
The release was distributed by the GE-owned USA Network via PR Newswire, a business and corporate-relations newswire service. Upon circulation of the release, shares of WWE, a publicly traded company, fell more than 7%, to $12.18 per share, after opening at $13.13, Tuesday morning.
But the sale of the franchise to Donald Trump never actually happened. Two days later came a second announcement, saying the original release “referred to Monday Night RAW’s storyline of a ‘sale’ of WWE’s RAW to Donald Trump.” However, the release said, the companies “intended the release to be promotional for that ongoing story arc on the series. There is no such actual 'sale.' We apologize for any confusion.”
Meissner agrees there is not much risk of an SEC investigation, since it doesn’t appear the company intended to manipulate the stock price, but Randy Katz a securities lawyer with Baker & Hostetler LLP in Orange County, Calif., thinks the SEC might consider opening an investigation.
"It certainly is a possibility," Katz said. "The world today versus a couple of years ago has less tolerance for these types of issues. Theres a greater likelihood today, than if this happened a few years ago."
Both attorneys think WWE investors that sold the stock at a loss could have legal grounds to collect damages, potentially from both WWE and GE, since USA Network issued the release, but he couldn’t think of any legal precedent that could be used.
“Off top of my head, this is a unique set of facts,” Meissner said. “It sounds like poor judgment on their part for them to do this—for either company of that size to undertake something like this…it seems silly.”
WWE Releases Diva Candice Michelle and Sim Snuka
WWE recently released yet another member of its talent, but this time around it was one of its loveliest veteran WWE Divas - Candice Michelle. On Friday June 19, 2009, WWE officially came to terms with the release of Candice Michelle, former WWE Womens Champion.
WWE released the following announcement:
World Wrestling Entertainment has come to terms on the release of SmackDown Superstar Candice Michelle as of today, June 19, 2009. WWE wishes Candice the best in all future endeavors.
It was speculated that this would be happening to Candice soon especially after the releases of Mr. Kennedy and Umaga.
Candice hadn't seen much wrestling since sustaining an injury on WWE Raw. She was moved to the Smackdown roster during WWE's 2009 Supplemental draft, but never saw much, if any action on the show. Candice had notable feuds with the likes of Torrie Wilson and Melina, and also was one of several divas to appear nude in Playboy magazine.
Candice uses Twiter and back on June 3rd mentioned she was planning to return to the ring. Her latest update says "I'm free to grow!" which may be in reference to her release from WWE.
Will TNA recruit yet another WWE Diva to its ranks, just like Lisa Marie Varon (Victoria)? Somehow I have a feeling that every time the WWE releases one of their talents that TNA is smiling.
The WWE also released Sim Snuka, formerly known as Deuce of the former tag team champions Deuce and Domino.
Snuka had also been part of the Raw storyline when Randy Orton was forming the Legacy stable, yet Snuka and Manu were ousted from the group and received a beatdown from Rhodes, Dibiase and Orton. That was about the last that was seen of Snuka.
WWE released the following announcement:
World Wrestling Entertainment has come to terms on the release of SmackDown Superstar Candice Michelle as of today, June 19, 2009. WWE wishes Candice the best in all future endeavors.
It was speculated that this would be happening to Candice soon especially after the releases of Mr. Kennedy and Umaga.
Candice hadn't seen much wrestling since sustaining an injury on WWE Raw. She was moved to the Smackdown roster during WWE's 2009 Supplemental draft, but never saw much, if any action on the show. Candice had notable feuds with the likes of Torrie Wilson and Melina, and also was one of several divas to appear nude in Playboy magazine.
Candice uses Twiter and back on June 3rd mentioned she was planning to return to the ring. Her latest update says "I'm free to grow!" which may be in reference to her release from WWE.
Will TNA recruit yet another WWE Diva to its ranks, just like Lisa Marie Varon (Victoria)? Somehow I have a feeling that every time the WWE releases one of their talents that TNA is smiling.
The WWE also released Sim Snuka, formerly known as Deuce of the former tag team champions Deuce and Domino.
Snuka had also been part of the Raw storyline when Randy Orton was forming the Legacy stable, yet Snuka and Manu were ousted from the group and received a beatdown from Rhodes, Dibiase and Orton. That was about the last that was seen of Snuka.
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
ECW Results 06-16-09
Matt Striker and Josh Matthews welcomed fans to the show weeks ahead of the Bash Pay-Per-View. Tonight, Jack Swagger takes on Tommy Dreamer in a non-title bout to try to earn a title match at The Bash. The Hart Dynasty arrived to the ring to start the show.
Christian vs. DH Smith
Highlights were shown of last week's match where Christian was forced to team up with Jack Swagger against the Hart Dynasty. Swagger yanked Christian down against the ropes allowing the Harts to take advantage and beat him. After the loss, Swagger and the Harts attacked Christian while he was down. Tommy Dreamer rushed to the ring to make the save.
In tonight's singles matchup it was the bigger DH Smith taking on the quick ring-veteran Christian. Natalya and Tyson Kidd watched their Hart Dynasty member from ringside. At one point in the match, Smith grabbed Christian on the apron and slammed him down to the floor hard. Smith tried to wear Christian down in the ring with submissions. Christian got to his feet fighting back, but Smith eventually used a long standing suplex. Christian managed to gain momentum though and with Smith knocked outside the ring, Christian ran and jumped off the inner ropes to fly out onto Smith. ECW went to break.
ECW returned with the two men back in the ring and Smith in control again. The two fought on the corner turnbuckle with Christian shoving Smith away then hitting the missile dropkick on him for a pin attempt. Christian hit the flying uppercut off the corner but again failed to make the 3 count. Christian tried all sorts of moves including a sleeper hold, with Smith reversing it to a running powerslam. The two continued their fight until Natalya ran interference on the side causing the ref to look away. As Christian climbed the corner, Kidd got on the apron and pulled Christian down against the ropes. With Christian stunned, Smith grabbed him and hit a lethal slam to win it. David Hart Smith wins via pinfall over Christian.
After the match had ended, the Hart Dynasty prepared to take out Christian further. Finlay made a surprise return to the run to the ring and clear the Harts out. With the Harts up the ramp, Finlay turned and then clocked Christian on the head with his shilaleigh, then turned him face down on the mat before leaving. Striker and Matthews had no clue why Finlay did what he did.
Striker and Matthews revisited last week's incident which saw Mark Henry attack Evan Bourne in the ring after his match against Tony Atlas. Henry and Bourne where shown walking backstage on their way to the next match.
Again the incident involving the Hart Dynasty trying to attack Christian was shown, with Finlay making the save. Backstage, Gregory Helms asked Finlay why he knocked out Christian in the ring. Finlay said it was retaliation for weeks ago when Finlay tried to break up the Christian Dreamer fight in the locker room.
Evan Bourne vs. Mark Henry
Bourne came to the ring with his ribs still taped from last week's attack by Henry. Bourne had a 2-0 record against Henry going into tonight's match. Bourne escaped a Henry splash attempt but just didn't have enough to finish off the World's Strongest Man. Despite a valiant effort, when Bourne jumped on Henry's back late in the match, Henry flipped Bourne frontways for the World's Strongest Slam.
Henry prepared to leave the ring, then hesitated and turned back. Henry picked up Bourne and walked around the ring with him before hitting another World's Strongest Slam. Mark Henry wins via pinfall over Evan Bourne.
The Raw Rebound covered last night's Raw 3-for-all episode. Included on the show were the shocking news that Vince McMahon sold Monday Night Raw to Donald Trump. Trump said his first act as new owner he will present Raw commercial-free next week. Meanwhile, Randy Orton won back the WWE Title in a Fatal Fourway, and later a 10-man Battle Royal was held to determine Randy Orton's opponent at the Bash. It came down to just Cena and HHH, with HHH able to win it. Trump came onto the big screen and announced that the two men will fight for the WWE Title next week on Raw in a Last Man Standing match. Next week, Trump will appear live on Raw as well.
Backstage, Gregory Helms interviewed Jack Swagger. Swagger said he hopes Dreamer's fans have enjoyed his brief moment as the champion, because soon Swagger will be taking back the title.
Tommy Dreamer vs. Jack Swagger
Early on Dreamer had control and at one point he had Swagger knocked outside the ring. Dreamer went to the side apron and tried to jump off onto Swagger, but Swagger caught him and powerslammed him fast to the outside. ECW went to commercial.
When ECW returned, Swagger was dominating Dreamer in the ring, berating him in the corner of the ring. Dreamer got up and started punching back at Swagger then whipped him to the corner. Dreamer tried to get a bulldog on Swagger, but Jack shoved him off then stretched him into a submission hold.
Dreamer whipped Swagger corner to corner and finally connected on a Bulldog, before hitting the swinging neckbreaker. Dreamer had the pinfall but Swagger kicked out at 2. Swagger went for the Gutwrench Powerbomb late in the match, but Dreamer escaped it and was able to eventually try for a pin. With Swagger down on the mat, Dreamer climbed to the top turnbuckle and tried to jump for a double knee onto Swagger. Swagger rolled out of the way, then quickly rolled up Dreamer to win the match.
As Swagger celebrated, Finlay came rushing down to the ring with his shilaleigh. Swagger exited the ring fast, and Finlay turned to bash Dreamer in the skull with the shilaleigh. Christian rushed to the ring and took down Finlay to start beating on him. The two rolled around fighting and Swagger got back into the ring. Swagger started to beat up Christian and tossed him from the ring. As Swagger turned back, Finlay clocked him with the shilaleigh as well, leaving everyone layed out as ECW ended. Jack Swagger wins via pinfall over Tommy Dreamer to earn an ECW Title Match.
Christian vs. DH Smith
Highlights were shown of last week's match where Christian was forced to team up with Jack Swagger against the Hart Dynasty. Swagger yanked Christian down against the ropes allowing the Harts to take advantage and beat him. After the loss, Swagger and the Harts attacked Christian while he was down. Tommy Dreamer rushed to the ring to make the save.
In tonight's singles matchup it was the bigger DH Smith taking on the quick ring-veteran Christian. Natalya and Tyson Kidd watched their Hart Dynasty member from ringside. At one point in the match, Smith grabbed Christian on the apron and slammed him down to the floor hard. Smith tried to wear Christian down in the ring with submissions. Christian got to his feet fighting back, but Smith eventually used a long standing suplex. Christian managed to gain momentum though and with Smith knocked outside the ring, Christian ran and jumped off the inner ropes to fly out onto Smith. ECW went to break.
ECW returned with the two men back in the ring and Smith in control again. The two fought on the corner turnbuckle with Christian shoving Smith away then hitting the missile dropkick on him for a pin attempt. Christian hit the flying uppercut off the corner but again failed to make the 3 count. Christian tried all sorts of moves including a sleeper hold, with Smith reversing it to a running powerslam. The two continued their fight until Natalya ran interference on the side causing the ref to look away. As Christian climbed the corner, Kidd got on the apron and pulled Christian down against the ropes. With Christian stunned, Smith grabbed him and hit a lethal slam to win it. David Hart Smith wins via pinfall over Christian.
After the match had ended, the Hart Dynasty prepared to take out Christian further. Finlay made a surprise return to the run to the ring and clear the Harts out. With the Harts up the ramp, Finlay turned and then clocked Christian on the head with his shilaleigh, then turned him face down on the mat before leaving. Striker and Matthews had no clue why Finlay did what he did.
Striker and Matthews revisited last week's incident which saw Mark Henry attack Evan Bourne in the ring after his match against Tony Atlas. Henry and Bourne where shown walking backstage on their way to the next match.
Again the incident involving the Hart Dynasty trying to attack Christian was shown, with Finlay making the save. Backstage, Gregory Helms asked Finlay why he knocked out Christian in the ring. Finlay said it was retaliation for weeks ago when Finlay tried to break up the Christian Dreamer fight in the locker room.
Evan Bourne vs. Mark Henry
Bourne came to the ring with his ribs still taped from last week's attack by Henry. Bourne had a 2-0 record against Henry going into tonight's match. Bourne escaped a Henry splash attempt but just didn't have enough to finish off the World's Strongest Man. Despite a valiant effort, when Bourne jumped on Henry's back late in the match, Henry flipped Bourne frontways for the World's Strongest Slam.
Henry prepared to leave the ring, then hesitated and turned back. Henry picked up Bourne and walked around the ring with him before hitting another World's Strongest Slam. Mark Henry wins via pinfall over Evan Bourne.
The Raw Rebound covered last night's Raw 3-for-all episode. Included on the show were the shocking news that Vince McMahon sold Monday Night Raw to Donald Trump. Trump said his first act as new owner he will present Raw commercial-free next week. Meanwhile, Randy Orton won back the WWE Title in a Fatal Fourway, and later a 10-man Battle Royal was held to determine Randy Orton's opponent at the Bash. It came down to just Cena and HHH, with HHH able to win it. Trump came onto the big screen and announced that the two men will fight for the WWE Title next week on Raw in a Last Man Standing match. Next week, Trump will appear live on Raw as well.
Backstage, Gregory Helms interviewed Jack Swagger. Swagger said he hopes Dreamer's fans have enjoyed his brief moment as the champion, because soon Swagger will be taking back the title.
Tommy Dreamer vs. Jack Swagger
Early on Dreamer had control and at one point he had Swagger knocked outside the ring. Dreamer went to the side apron and tried to jump off onto Swagger, but Swagger caught him and powerslammed him fast to the outside. ECW went to commercial.
When ECW returned, Swagger was dominating Dreamer in the ring, berating him in the corner of the ring. Dreamer got up and started punching back at Swagger then whipped him to the corner. Dreamer tried to get a bulldog on Swagger, but Jack shoved him off then stretched him into a submission hold.
Dreamer whipped Swagger corner to corner and finally connected on a Bulldog, before hitting the swinging neckbreaker. Dreamer had the pinfall but Swagger kicked out at 2. Swagger went for the Gutwrench Powerbomb late in the match, but Dreamer escaped it and was able to eventually try for a pin. With Swagger down on the mat, Dreamer climbed to the top turnbuckle and tried to jump for a double knee onto Swagger. Swagger rolled out of the way, then quickly rolled up Dreamer to win the match.
As Swagger celebrated, Finlay came rushing down to the ring with his shilaleigh. Swagger exited the ring fast, and Finlay turned to bash Dreamer in the skull with the shilaleigh. Christian rushed to the ring and took down Finlay to start beating on him. The two rolled around fighting and Swagger got back into the ring. Swagger started to beat up Christian and tossed him from the ring. As Swagger turned back, Finlay clocked him with the shilaleigh as well, leaving everyone layed out as ECW ended. Jack Swagger wins via pinfall over Tommy Dreamer to earn an ECW Title Match.
Monday, June 15, 2009
Raw Results 3 For All / 06-15-09
Michael Cole and Jerry Lawler opened the show welcoming fans to the 3-for-All. Cole said Mr. McMahon is in the building tonight to name a new General Manager, since Vickie Guerrero resigned last week. Lawler said he heard rumors Mr. McMahon is there for another reason.
Highlights were shown from last week's Raw where Batista was injured by Randy Orton and Legacy. This forced the new WWE Champ Batista to leave via ambulance. Orton demanded his title rematch and it was decided if Batista failed to show by the ref's 10 count, Orton would win the title by forfeit. Later in the night, Orton tried to win by forfeit, but HHH showed up to surprise him and dismantled Legacy and Orton. All of that set up tonight's Fatal Forway for the vacated WWE Title.
Also in the house were ECW commentary team, Matt Striker and Josh Matthews, as well as Jim Ross and JR from Smackdown to call their respective matches. It was announced that the World Heavyweight Match will be a Triple Threat with CM Punk defending against Jeff Hardy and Edge.
Rey Mysterio vs. Chris Jericho (Intercontinental Title match)
Before the match, Jericho took a mic to insult the Raw fans, saying that since he left the show it has tanked completely. Jericho said Rey Mysterio will one day be saved and set free by him, but for now his mask is his downfall.
Mysterio had a tremendous start to the match, tackling Jericho and going after him with move after move. During the match, a countdown timer was shown giving about 32 minutes until the WWE Title match. Mysterio continued to stay in control until he tried to jump on Jericho outside the ring. Jericho grabbed him and dropped him face first on the announce table as Raw went to a break.
When Raw returned, Jericho continually used a submission hold and tried to pull Mysterio's mask off again and again. As the match went on, Rey gained serious momentum and seemed ready to regain his title. Mysterio jumped off the ropes to land on Jericho's shoulders. Jericho started tugging at the mask again and Rey dropped to the mat on his feet to make sure the mask stayed on. Jericho used that brief moment to hit the Codebreaker and win it. Chris Jericho wins via pinfall over Rey Mysterio to retain the Intercontinental Title.
WWE Chairman Vince McMahon was shown preparing himself backstage.
Josh Matthews interviewed Randy Orton backstage. Matthews asked about HHH's surprise return. Orton said HHH came back with a Sledgehammer because he can't get to him on his own. Orton said tonight he'll take back what's his, the WWE Title. John Cena showed up to cut a mock interview promo, then reminded Orton that he and Big Show will also be in tonight's title match, and they won't be taking the match off.
Highlights were shown from last week's Raw where Vickie Guerrero announced her resignation due to the fans humiliating her week after week. Cole and Lawler cut to Mr. McMahon backstage, asking who the new GM would be. Mr. McMahon announced that he would allow someone else to say who the new GM is, because he was "selling Monday Night Raw". Mr. McMahon said he'd let the announcements happen after the WWE title was decided. He finished by saying if he someone ever told him he'd be selling Raw to this person, he'd say there was "no chance in hell".
When Raw returned, Cole and Lawler revisited Mr. McMahon's shocking announcement. Jerry Lawler said in his many years with Raw since 1993, he's never heard an announcement like that, with Mr. McMahon selling Raw.
Christian vs. Tommy Dreamer (ECW Title Match)
Late in the match, Christian leaped off the corner onto Dreamer for a pin attempt. Dreamer reversed into a pin, then Christian reversed to pin Dreamer. Both men got up, and Christian gave Dreamer a hard slap in the face before climbing the corner. Christian jumped off the corner at Dreamer, but Dreamer ran to avoid it. Christian landed bad on his leg, injuring it. Christian tried for Killswitch but Dreamer was able to reverse it and roll up Christian for the pinfall win. Tommy Dreamer wins via pinfall over Christian to retain the ECW Title.
Backstage, Kelly Kelly was getting her hair and makeup done. The Bella Twins were talking about how crazy it was someone bought Raw. Kelly said she was nervous if they would still have jobs. The Bella Twins said not to think about that and suggested that Oprah probably bought Raw. Kelly said maybe it was Paris Hilton. The Bella Twins said they hoped not then started talking about makeup.
The Orton-Batista incident was shown again, and some slideshow photos from Batista's surgery were shown. Cole and Lawler said Batista will be out for several months due to the injury.
John Cena vs. Big Show vs. Triple H vs. Randy Orton (Fatal Fourway for WWE Title)
As the match kicked off, Triple H went right after Orton and the two fought outside the ring into the crowd. In the ring, Big Show knocked Cena to the outside. Triple H got back in the ring and began staring down Show as Raw went to break.
Raw returned with all four men in the ring, with Orton stomping on Triple H in a corner and Big Show hammering away at Cena in the other. Orton missed with a double knee drop and rolled to the outside. Show tried to charge at Cena in the corner with Cena giving him a boot in the face. Triple H hit a Facebuster on Show as he stumbled back, the Cena & Triple H took turns running to hit or clothesline Show until Cena knocked him to the outside. Cena and Triple H went at it in the ring with Cena gaining control. Cena slammed Triple H to the mat and went for the Five Knuckle Shuffle, but Triple H got up and hit a Spinebuster. Triple H went for the Pedigree, with Cena turning it into the Attitude Adjustment. Show managed to get in the ring and ran over to clothesline both men down.
Again, Show went after Cena as Orton came in and took Triple H to the outside. At one point, Show warned Orton not to interfere in his business. Orton stayed on the outside, as Show tried to double chokeslam Cena and Triple H. Both men kicked Show then hit the double suplex to take Show down. Both Cena and Triple H were down at one point and Show started taking out his anger on Orton. Show kept leveling each of the competitors and shoved Orton over the top rope. Show turned his attention to Cena and went for a splash off the corner. Show hit the Splash and went for a pinfall, but Orton rushed in to break it up. Show angrily tossed Orton over the top rope.
Triple H managed to get back into the match and got the Pedigree on Big Show. Cena got up off the mat and grabbed Triple H for the Attitude Adjustment, hit it and then tried to pin Show. Show tossed Cena off him at 2. Cena waited for Show to get up then hit Attitude Adjustment on him. Cena had the pinfall but Orton managed to sneak into the ring, then grabbed Cena and threw him into the corner ringpost. As Show got up, Orton landed the RKO on him then took the winning pinfall.
After he had the belt in hand, Orton raised it up in the ring before quickly exiting and heading up the ramp to get away from Triple H. Randy Orton wins via pinfall over Big Show to become the new WWE Champion.
Mr. McMahon was shown walking backstage en route to the ring for his big decision.
As Raw returned, highlights were shown from the recent Fatal Fourway for the WWE Title, where Randy Orton won the WWE Title after hitting the RKO on Big Show.
Mr. McMahon arrived out to the ramp and came down to the ring to announce the sale of Monday Night Raw. Vince said he decided to sell Raw to someone he's had a history with, but never lets personal feelings interfere with good business decisions. Vince said he was compensated in overwhelming fashion by this person. From there, Vince announced the new owner of Raw joining the show via satellite, Donald Trump.
Trump said Vince didn't appreciate the WWE fans enough, and now the fans deserve something special. Trump said it's about time to give back to the fans. Vince said the fans should give back to him. Trump said Raw is the most watched episodic show, so the fans deserve something back. Trump said he'd do something next week never before done on Raw, he'd be presenting Raw completely commercial free. Trump also said he'd be in attendance next week to personally run Raw. Trump started talking about how much fun he had shaving Vince's head and Vince told the people to shut off the feed. Vince said next week he'll give his farewell address to the fans. Vince said before they leave tonight's show they'll find out who will face Orton for the WWE Title at the Bash, by having a 10 man over the top rope Battle Royal.
Mickie James vs. Rosa Mendes
Rosa came out from backstage with Beth Phoenix, then told Beth she could handle Mickie James on her own, so Beth went backstage. Before the match started, Maryse came down to watch the match from ringside. Rosa was able to escape the ring before Mickie could jump off the corner on her. From there Rosa was able to yank Mickie down against the top rope then came in the ring to hit a swinging neckbreaker. Rosa continued to stay in control using submission holds on Mickie in the ring as Maryse grinned from ringside.
Mickie fought to her feet and was able to throw Rosa with an arm toss. From there, Mickie hit several clothesline takedowns and tried for a pin to no avail. Rosa tried to stage a comeback with another swinging neckbreaker but Mickie shoved her off then kicked her before finishing Rosa with the DDT.
Maryse got onto the front of the ring apron to taunt Mickie. Mickie rushed over at her with Maryse quickly dropping down to the ramp and grabbing the Divas title so she could head up the ramp. Mickie James wins via pinfall over Rosa Mendes.
Raw returned with Goldust and Hornswoggle in the ring firing T-shirts into the crowd from a WWE Shop rocket launcher. The Miz came out from backstage to interrupt them. Miz said he had a message for Donald Trump, and told him if he really wants to take Raw to the next level, then the new face of Raw is "The Miz". Miz said Cena's the face of the past, but Miz is the future. Miz said he won't stop at winning the Battle Royal and WWE TItle, because he's going to be on magazines, t-shirts and more. Miz angrily asked why Hornswoggle and Goldust were still in the ring. Goldust told Miz he needs to be more creative with how he taunts Cena. Goldust mocked Miz a bit, causing Miz to go off, saying Goldust in 1999 was funny, but in 2009 Goldust is irrelevant.
Miz told Goldust he'd fight him right now but nobody would care. Miz said instead he was going to show the new owner Trump that he takes risks. Miz clocked Goldust with the mic and beat him down. Hornswoggle tried to grab the T-shirt gun, but Miz rushed over and pushed him down. Miz picked up the gun and aimed it at Hornswoggle, forcing the leprechaun down on his knees, before firing a shirt right into Hornswoggle's gut.
CM Punk was interviewed backstage by Josh Matthews about cashing in his title opportunity on Jeff at Extreme Rules right after the ladder match. Punk said it seems that nobody questioned him cashing in to defeat Edge about a year ago on Raw right after Batista beat him up, but now since he cashed in on Jeff he's supposed to have some moral dilemma over it. Punk said he took an opportunity. Matt Hardy came in and told Punk not to worry about what he did, not to have regrets because he'd do the exact same thing. Punk told Matt they're nothing alike and not friends, and everything Punk's ever done, was earned.
Highlights were shown from Edge showing up on Raw last week to tell Vickie that he wanted a divorce.
Jeff Hardy vs. Edge vs. CM Punk (World Heavyweight Triple Threat match)
Early on in the match, Jeff was knocked to the outside and CM Punk knocked Edge over the top rope. Punk looked then ran against the rope to dive out onto Edge. As Punk got Edge up to bring him to the ring, Jeff Hardy ran from in the ring and jumped onto both men. Jef took control of Punk in the ring briefly, before Punk booted Jeff in the corner and clotheslined him down. Punk kept Jeff down in a headlock before Edge got back in the ring and used a boot kick to level both men.
Edge tossed Jeff out of the ring then tried for a pin on Punk with no luck. Edge and Punk fought on the corner, but Jeff came in to knock Edge off. Jeff went up to try to suplex Punk off the corner, but Edge got under Jeff to hoist him on his shoulders. Punk tried to jump and clothesline Jeff, but Jeff avoided it and Punk landed hard on the mat. Raw went to break with all men down.
Raw returned with Punk controlling Edge in the ring and Jeff nowhere to be found. Jeff soon crawled up on the steel steps and back into the match. Punk hit running knees on both men in opposite corners, then bulldogged Edge and clotheslined Jeff too. As the match went forth, Jeff had Punk down on the mat and climbed the corner for a Swanton attempt. Edge was on the apron and knocked Jeff onto his groin on the top rope. Edge got into the ring and prepared for a Spear on Punk. Punk caught Edge and did a Powerslam to counter the Spear. Punk went for GTS on Jeff, but saw Edge about to try a Spear. Punk did a leapfrog as Edge rushed at him, causing Edge to Spear Jeff down.
Punk had things under control as he tried to run at Edge in the corner with a knee. Edge avoided it then shoved Punk over the top rope. Punk fell hard on the steel steps, appearing to hurt his knee. Edge and Jeff continued battling in the ring and hit a double bodypress on each other. WWE officials attended to Punk outside the ring. Jeff hit Whisper in the Wind on Edge and had a pin, but Punk managed to slide in the ring and pull him off. Jeff rushed to the outside and continually kicked Punk in the hurt leg to make sure he stayed down and out.
Jeff landed the Swanton Bomb on Edge in the ring, but as he made the cover near the ropes, Punk was up and pulled Jeff out of the ring. Punk smashed Jeff into the steel steps then rolled into the ring and stole the pinfall on Edge. CM Punk wins via pinfall over Edge to retain the World Heavyweight Title.
After the match had ended and Punk celebrated his victory, GM Theodore Long came out to the ramp and congratulated Punk, then informed him his next title defense will be at The Bash against Jeff Hardy.
Legacy joined Cole and Lawler at ringside to watch the tag team matchup.
The Colons vs. The Hart Dynasty
It was announced that at the Bash Rhodes and Dibiase will face The Colons for their unified tag team titles. During the match, Rhodes & Dibiase said that Legacy will have all the titles after the Bash now that Orton's won the WWE Title.
In the match, Primo and Kidd were on the outside leaving Carlito and Smith in the ring. Carlito managed to hit a surprise Backstabber on Smith and took the pinfall cover. Legacy rushed into the ring and caused the DQ finish as they attacked Carlito. Primo rushed in but was also beat down and Legacy tossed both the Colons to the outside. The Colons win due to disqualification when Rhodes & Dibiase interfered.
Highlights and interviews were shown to discuss the WWE doing its recent tour in Europe. Lillian Garcia and MVP discussed the emotions of doing the show.
A replay of highlights were shown from when Vince announced Donald Trump as the new owner of Raw.
Santino Marella was shown seated on a couch backstage next to Vince McMahon. Santino asked Vince if everyone still had their jobs, including his twin sister. Vince said there were no guarantees but Trump may be attracted to Santina. Just then, Vince received a call on his cell phone from Trump. Trump told Vince he wanted to make a big announcement after the Battle Royal. As Vince hung up he told Santino he hated billionaires with massive egos. Santino started to fumble with his words saying Vince must hate himself then. Santino rushed out of the office before Vince could yell at him.
Jim Ross and Todd Grisham announced that there will be a double main event on Friday's Smackdown, with Rey Mysterio vs. CM Punk and Jeff Hardy vs. Edge.
10 Man Battle Royal (To Determine WWE Title #1 Contender)
Competing in this 10 man over-the-top-rope Battle Royal were Triple H, John Cena, Big Show, The Miz, MVP, William Regal, Kofi Kingston, Cody Rhodes, Ted Dibiase and Matt Hardy. Cody Rhodes and Ted Dibiase were already in the ring. MVP came to the ring wearing a red AIG soccer T-shirt, followed by Regal, Kofi Kingston, The Miz, Big Show, HHH and finally John Cena.
As the match was underway, Randy Orton came out from backstage to watch the match from the ramp. The match came down to Triple H, Rhodes, Dibiase and Cena. Legacy tried to doubleteam HHH for a while, but Cena was back up to go at them. Cena managed to eliminate Dibiase first dumping him out, then tried to throw Rhodes over. Rhodes held onto the top rope and pulled himself back in. Cena stood in front of Rhodes as HHH rushed at Cena. Cena moved away and HHH clotheslined Rhodes out. Rhodes and Dibiase came back into the match and attacked both Cena and HHH despite their eliminations. The Miz snuck into the ring since he was never eliminated. Miz saw an opportunity as HHH and Cena pulled themselves up near the ropes. He rusehd at them but Cena and HHH pulled the top rope down and Miz was eliminated. Cena was against the ropes and Triple H grabbed his leg to toss Cena out. Triple H eliminated John Cena to become the #1 Contender for the WWE Title to face Randy Orton at the Bash.
As Orton looked down to the ring in horror at his future opponent, Donald Trump's music hit and Trump's picture appeared on the big screen. Trump congratulated HHH for the win. Trump said they won't wait for the Bash to have the WWE title match, they'll do it next week on Raw in a Last Man Standing Match. Raw went off the air with HHH pointing to Orton up on the ramp to give him notice.
Highlights were shown from last week's Raw where Batista was injured by Randy Orton and Legacy. This forced the new WWE Champ Batista to leave via ambulance. Orton demanded his title rematch and it was decided if Batista failed to show by the ref's 10 count, Orton would win the title by forfeit. Later in the night, Orton tried to win by forfeit, but HHH showed up to surprise him and dismantled Legacy and Orton. All of that set up tonight's Fatal Forway for the vacated WWE Title.
Also in the house were ECW commentary team, Matt Striker and Josh Matthews, as well as Jim Ross and JR from Smackdown to call their respective matches. It was announced that the World Heavyweight Match will be a Triple Threat with CM Punk defending against Jeff Hardy and Edge.
Rey Mysterio vs. Chris Jericho (Intercontinental Title match)
Before the match, Jericho took a mic to insult the Raw fans, saying that since he left the show it has tanked completely. Jericho said Rey Mysterio will one day be saved and set free by him, but for now his mask is his downfall.
Mysterio had a tremendous start to the match, tackling Jericho and going after him with move after move. During the match, a countdown timer was shown giving about 32 minutes until the WWE Title match. Mysterio continued to stay in control until he tried to jump on Jericho outside the ring. Jericho grabbed him and dropped him face first on the announce table as Raw went to a break.
When Raw returned, Jericho continually used a submission hold and tried to pull Mysterio's mask off again and again. As the match went on, Rey gained serious momentum and seemed ready to regain his title. Mysterio jumped off the ropes to land on Jericho's shoulders. Jericho started tugging at the mask again and Rey dropped to the mat on his feet to make sure the mask stayed on. Jericho used that brief moment to hit the Codebreaker and win it. Chris Jericho wins via pinfall over Rey Mysterio to retain the Intercontinental Title.
WWE Chairman Vince McMahon was shown preparing himself backstage.
Josh Matthews interviewed Randy Orton backstage. Matthews asked about HHH's surprise return. Orton said HHH came back with a Sledgehammer because he can't get to him on his own. Orton said tonight he'll take back what's his, the WWE Title. John Cena showed up to cut a mock interview promo, then reminded Orton that he and Big Show will also be in tonight's title match, and they won't be taking the match off.
Highlights were shown from last week's Raw where Vickie Guerrero announced her resignation due to the fans humiliating her week after week. Cole and Lawler cut to Mr. McMahon backstage, asking who the new GM would be. Mr. McMahon announced that he would allow someone else to say who the new GM is, because he was "selling Monday Night Raw". Mr. McMahon said he'd let the announcements happen after the WWE title was decided. He finished by saying if he someone ever told him he'd be selling Raw to this person, he'd say there was "no chance in hell".
When Raw returned, Cole and Lawler revisited Mr. McMahon's shocking announcement. Jerry Lawler said in his many years with Raw since 1993, he's never heard an announcement like that, with Mr. McMahon selling Raw.
Christian vs. Tommy Dreamer (ECW Title Match)
Late in the match, Christian leaped off the corner onto Dreamer for a pin attempt. Dreamer reversed into a pin, then Christian reversed to pin Dreamer. Both men got up, and Christian gave Dreamer a hard slap in the face before climbing the corner. Christian jumped off the corner at Dreamer, but Dreamer ran to avoid it. Christian landed bad on his leg, injuring it. Christian tried for Killswitch but Dreamer was able to reverse it and roll up Christian for the pinfall win. Tommy Dreamer wins via pinfall over Christian to retain the ECW Title.
Backstage, Kelly Kelly was getting her hair and makeup done. The Bella Twins were talking about how crazy it was someone bought Raw. Kelly said she was nervous if they would still have jobs. The Bella Twins said not to think about that and suggested that Oprah probably bought Raw. Kelly said maybe it was Paris Hilton. The Bella Twins said they hoped not then started talking about makeup.
The Orton-Batista incident was shown again, and some slideshow photos from Batista's surgery were shown. Cole and Lawler said Batista will be out for several months due to the injury.
John Cena vs. Big Show vs. Triple H vs. Randy Orton (Fatal Fourway for WWE Title)
As the match kicked off, Triple H went right after Orton and the two fought outside the ring into the crowd. In the ring, Big Show knocked Cena to the outside. Triple H got back in the ring and began staring down Show as Raw went to break.
Raw returned with all four men in the ring, with Orton stomping on Triple H in a corner and Big Show hammering away at Cena in the other. Orton missed with a double knee drop and rolled to the outside. Show tried to charge at Cena in the corner with Cena giving him a boot in the face. Triple H hit a Facebuster on Show as he stumbled back, the Cena & Triple H took turns running to hit or clothesline Show until Cena knocked him to the outside. Cena and Triple H went at it in the ring with Cena gaining control. Cena slammed Triple H to the mat and went for the Five Knuckle Shuffle, but Triple H got up and hit a Spinebuster. Triple H went for the Pedigree, with Cena turning it into the Attitude Adjustment. Show managed to get in the ring and ran over to clothesline both men down.
Again, Show went after Cena as Orton came in and took Triple H to the outside. At one point, Show warned Orton not to interfere in his business. Orton stayed on the outside, as Show tried to double chokeslam Cena and Triple H. Both men kicked Show then hit the double suplex to take Show down. Both Cena and Triple H were down at one point and Show started taking out his anger on Orton. Show kept leveling each of the competitors and shoved Orton over the top rope. Show turned his attention to Cena and went for a splash off the corner. Show hit the Splash and went for a pinfall, but Orton rushed in to break it up. Show angrily tossed Orton over the top rope.
Triple H managed to get back into the match and got the Pedigree on Big Show. Cena got up off the mat and grabbed Triple H for the Attitude Adjustment, hit it and then tried to pin Show. Show tossed Cena off him at 2. Cena waited for Show to get up then hit Attitude Adjustment on him. Cena had the pinfall but Orton managed to sneak into the ring, then grabbed Cena and threw him into the corner ringpost. As Show got up, Orton landed the RKO on him then took the winning pinfall.
After he had the belt in hand, Orton raised it up in the ring before quickly exiting and heading up the ramp to get away from Triple H. Randy Orton wins via pinfall over Big Show to become the new WWE Champion.
Mr. McMahon was shown walking backstage en route to the ring for his big decision.
As Raw returned, highlights were shown from the recent Fatal Fourway for the WWE Title, where Randy Orton won the WWE Title after hitting the RKO on Big Show.
Mr. McMahon arrived out to the ramp and came down to the ring to announce the sale of Monday Night Raw. Vince said he decided to sell Raw to someone he's had a history with, but never lets personal feelings interfere with good business decisions. Vince said he was compensated in overwhelming fashion by this person. From there, Vince announced the new owner of Raw joining the show via satellite, Donald Trump.
Trump said Vince didn't appreciate the WWE fans enough, and now the fans deserve something special. Trump said it's about time to give back to the fans. Vince said the fans should give back to him. Trump said Raw is the most watched episodic show, so the fans deserve something back. Trump said he'd do something next week never before done on Raw, he'd be presenting Raw completely commercial free. Trump also said he'd be in attendance next week to personally run Raw. Trump started talking about how much fun he had shaving Vince's head and Vince told the people to shut off the feed. Vince said next week he'll give his farewell address to the fans. Vince said before they leave tonight's show they'll find out who will face Orton for the WWE Title at the Bash, by having a 10 man over the top rope Battle Royal.
Mickie James vs. Rosa Mendes
Rosa came out from backstage with Beth Phoenix, then told Beth she could handle Mickie James on her own, so Beth went backstage. Before the match started, Maryse came down to watch the match from ringside. Rosa was able to escape the ring before Mickie could jump off the corner on her. From there Rosa was able to yank Mickie down against the top rope then came in the ring to hit a swinging neckbreaker. Rosa continued to stay in control using submission holds on Mickie in the ring as Maryse grinned from ringside.
Mickie fought to her feet and was able to throw Rosa with an arm toss. From there, Mickie hit several clothesline takedowns and tried for a pin to no avail. Rosa tried to stage a comeback with another swinging neckbreaker but Mickie shoved her off then kicked her before finishing Rosa with the DDT.
Maryse got onto the front of the ring apron to taunt Mickie. Mickie rushed over at her with Maryse quickly dropping down to the ramp and grabbing the Divas title so she could head up the ramp. Mickie James wins via pinfall over Rosa Mendes.
Raw returned with Goldust and Hornswoggle in the ring firing T-shirts into the crowd from a WWE Shop rocket launcher. The Miz came out from backstage to interrupt them. Miz said he had a message for Donald Trump, and told him if he really wants to take Raw to the next level, then the new face of Raw is "The Miz". Miz said Cena's the face of the past, but Miz is the future. Miz said he won't stop at winning the Battle Royal and WWE TItle, because he's going to be on magazines, t-shirts and more. Miz angrily asked why Hornswoggle and Goldust were still in the ring. Goldust told Miz he needs to be more creative with how he taunts Cena. Goldust mocked Miz a bit, causing Miz to go off, saying Goldust in 1999 was funny, but in 2009 Goldust is irrelevant.
Miz told Goldust he'd fight him right now but nobody would care. Miz said instead he was going to show the new owner Trump that he takes risks. Miz clocked Goldust with the mic and beat him down. Hornswoggle tried to grab the T-shirt gun, but Miz rushed over and pushed him down. Miz picked up the gun and aimed it at Hornswoggle, forcing the leprechaun down on his knees, before firing a shirt right into Hornswoggle's gut.
CM Punk was interviewed backstage by Josh Matthews about cashing in his title opportunity on Jeff at Extreme Rules right after the ladder match. Punk said it seems that nobody questioned him cashing in to defeat Edge about a year ago on Raw right after Batista beat him up, but now since he cashed in on Jeff he's supposed to have some moral dilemma over it. Punk said he took an opportunity. Matt Hardy came in and told Punk not to worry about what he did, not to have regrets because he'd do the exact same thing. Punk told Matt they're nothing alike and not friends, and everything Punk's ever done, was earned.
Highlights were shown from Edge showing up on Raw last week to tell Vickie that he wanted a divorce.
Jeff Hardy vs. Edge vs. CM Punk (World Heavyweight Triple Threat match)
Early on in the match, Jeff was knocked to the outside and CM Punk knocked Edge over the top rope. Punk looked then ran against the rope to dive out onto Edge. As Punk got Edge up to bring him to the ring, Jeff Hardy ran from in the ring and jumped onto both men. Jef took control of Punk in the ring briefly, before Punk booted Jeff in the corner and clotheslined him down. Punk kept Jeff down in a headlock before Edge got back in the ring and used a boot kick to level both men.
Edge tossed Jeff out of the ring then tried for a pin on Punk with no luck. Edge and Punk fought on the corner, but Jeff came in to knock Edge off. Jeff went up to try to suplex Punk off the corner, but Edge got under Jeff to hoist him on his shoulders. Punk tried to jump and clothesline Jeff, but Jeff avoided it and Punk landed hard on the mat. Raw went to break with all men down.
Raw returned with Punk controlling Edge in the ring and Jeff nowhere to be found. Jeff soon crawled up on the steel steps and back into the match. Punk hit running knees on both men in opposite corners, then bulldogged Edge and clotheslined Jeff too. As the match went forth, Jeff had Punk down on the mat and climbed the corner for a Swanton attempt. Edge was on the apron and knocked Jeff onto his groin on the top rope. Edge got into the ring and prepared for a Spear on Punk. Punk caught Edge and did a Powerslam to counter the Spear. Punk went for GTS on Jeff, but saw Edge about to try a Spear. Punk did a leapfrog as Edge rushed at him, causing Edge to Spear Jeff down.
Punk had things under control as he tried to run at Edge in the corner with a knee. Edge avoided it then shoved Punk over the top rope. Punk fell hard on the steel steps, appearing to hurt his knee. Edge and Jeff continued battling in the ring and hit a double bodypress on each other. WWE officials attended to Punk outside the ring. Jeff hit Whisper in the Wind on Edge and had a pin, but Punk managed to slide in the ring and pull him off. Jeff rushed to the outside and continually kicked Punk in the hurt leg to make sure he stayed down and out.
Jeff landed the Swanton Bomb on Edge in the ring, but as he made the cover near the ropes, Punk was up and pulled Jeff out of the ring. Punk smashed Jeff into the steel steps then rolled into the ring and stole the pinfall on Edge. CM Punk wins via pinfall over Edge to retain the World Heavyweight Title.
After the match had ended and Punk celebrated his victory, GM Theodore Long came out to the ramp and congratulated Punk, then informed him his next title defense will be at The Bash against Jeff Hardy.
Legacy joined Cole and Lawler at ringside to watch the tag team matchup.
The Colons vs. The Hart Dynasty
It was announced that at the Bash Rhodes and Dibiase will face The Colons for their unified tag team titles. During the match, Rhodes & Dibiase said that Legacy will have all the titles after the Bash now that Orton's won the WWE Title.
In the match, Primo and Kidd were on the outside leaving Carlito and Smith in the ring. Carlito managed to hit a surprise Backstabber on Smith and took the pinfall cover. Legacy rushed into the ring and caused the DQ finish as they attacked Carlito. Primo rushed in but was also beat down and Legacy tossed both the Colons to the outside. The Colons win due to disqualification when Rhodes & Dibiase interfered.
Highlights and interviews were shown to discuss the WWE doing its recent tour in Europe. Lillian Garcia and MVP discussed the emotions of doing the show.
A replay of highlights were shown from when Vince announced Donald Trump as the new owner of Raw.
Santino Marella was shown seated on a couch backstage next to Vince McMahon. Santino asked Vince if everyone still had their jobs, including his twin sister. Vince said there were no guarantees but Trump may be attracted to Santina. Just then, Vince received a call on his cell phone from Trump. Trump told Vince he wanted to make a big announcement after the Battle Royal. As Vince hung up he told Santino he hated billionaires with massive egos. Santino started to fumble with his words saying Vince must hate himself then. Santino rushed out of the office before Vince could yell at him.
Jim Ross and Todd Grisham announced that there will be a double main event on Friday's Smackdown, with Rey Mysterio vs. CM Punk and Jeff Hardy vs. Edge.
10 Man Battle Royal (To Determine WWE Title #1 Contender)
Competing in this 10 man over-the-top-rope Battle Royal were Triple H, John Cena, Big Show, The Miz, MVP, William Regal, Kofi Kingston, Cody Rhodes, Ted Dibiase and Matt Hardy. Cody Rhodes and Ted Dibiase were already in the ring. MVP came to the ring wearing a red AIG soccer T-shirt, followed by Regal, Kofi Kingston, The Miz, Big Show, HHH and finally John Cena.
As the match was underway, Randy Orton came out from backstage to watch the match from the ramp. The match came down to Triple H, Rhodes, Dibiase and Cena. Legacy tried to doubleteam HHH for a while, but Cena was back up to go at them. Cena managed to eliminate Dibiase first dumping him out, then tried to throw Rhodes over. Rhodes held onto the top rope and pulled himself back in. Cena stood in front of Rhodes as HHH rushed at Cena. Cena moved away and HHH clotheslined Rhodes out. Rhodes and Dibiase came back into the match and attacked both Cena and HHH despite their eliminations. The Miz snuck into the ring since he was never eliminated. Miz saw an opportunity as HHH and Cena pulled themselves up near the ropes. He rusehd at them but Cena and HHH pulled the top rope down and Miz was eliminated. Cena was against the ropes and Triple H grabbed his leg to toss Cena out. Triple H eliminated John Cena to become the #1 Contender for the WWE Title to face Randy Orton at the Bash.
As Orton looked down to the ring in horror at his future opponent, Donald Trump's music hit and Trump's picture appeared on the big screen. Trump congratulated HHH for the win. Trump said they won't wait for the Bash to have the WWE title match, they'll do it next week on Raw in a Last Man Standing Match. Raw went off the air with HHH pointing to Orton up on the ramp to give him notice.
Sunday, June 14, 2009
Umaga released by WWE
Just recently a surprise move came when the WWE released returning superstar, Mr. Kennedy from its roster in the same week he returned to Raw. No real reason was given but gossip and rumors seemed to indicate Kennedy was in hot water with Randy Orton, and even worse with Vince McMahon.
Now the WWE has surprisingly released another if its talents, the Samoan Bulldozer, Umaga (Eddie Fatu).
The WWE has always been bizarre but these lack of explanations not only hurt the product but the fans. Umaga was just recently in a Samoan Strap match with CM Punk at Extreme Rules, which Umaga lost. There was no serious injury and now no explanation for another superstar's release. It can always be speculated that Umaga was released for drug violations, as he was part of a massive suspension by WWE years back. He was listed in the articles by Sports Illustrated and Washington Post as one of several WWE stars to have purchased pharmaceuticals from an online pharmacy, violating the Wellness program policies.
Umaga has definitely made for one of the more entertaining and savage characters in recent WWE history, a throwback to the Wild Samoans, Kamala and the Headshrinkers. He was part of an interesting feud with CM Punk on Smackdown where he kept preventing Punk from capturing the World Heavyweight Title. Punk finally got the Bulldozer off his back so to speak, and now he really won't have to worry about Umaga standing in his way again. It's a shame to see this guy gone, and now we're most likely to see not only Mr. Kennedy but also Umaga wrestling in that six-sided ring on TNA.
Now the WWE has surprisingly released another if its talents, the Samoan Bulldozer, Umaga (Eddie Fatu).
The WWE has always been bizarre but these lack of explanations not only hurt the product but the fans. Umaga was just recently in a Samoan Strap match with CM Punk at Extreme Rules, which Umaga lost. There was no serious injury and now no explanation for another superstar's release. It can always be speculated that Umaga was released for drug violations, as he was part of a massive suspension by WWE years back. He was listed in the articles by Sports Illustrated and Washington Post as one of several WWE stars to have purchased pharmaceuticals from an online pharmacy, violating the Wellness program policies.
Umaga has definitely made for one of the more entertaining and savage characters in recent WWE history, a throwback to the Wild Samoans, Kamala and the Headshrinkers. He was part of an interesting feud with CM Punk on Smackdown where he kept preventing Punk from capturing the World Heavyweight Title. Punk finally got the Bulldozer off his back so to speak, and now he really won't have to worry about Umaga standing in his way again. It's a shame to see this guy gone, and now we're most likely to see not only Mr. Kennedy but also Umaga wrestling in that six-sided ring on TNA.
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
ECW Results 06-09-09
ECW opened with highlights from Extreme Rules of the Triple Threat Hardcore Match between Christian, Jack Swagger and Tommy Dreamer. It was Dreamer's "all or nothing" shot at the ECW title, because if he lost he vowed to retire. Dreamer managed to win it despite the tough odds regaining the ECW title in two decades time.
ECW GM Tiffany was in the ring as ECW opened, with a table set up. Tiffany introduced Tommy Dreamer as new ECW Champion, and announced he earned himself a new contract as well. Dreamer came to the ring in street clothes carrying the ECW belt on his shoulder. Dreamer told the fans this was made possible by them. Dreamer thanked the fans from the bottom of his heart for their support and making this the biggest highlight of his career. Dreamer prepared to sign a brand new contract, but just then Christian came out from backstage carrying a box of tissues. Christian threw the tissues to Dreamer as a congratulations gift. Christian noted that Swagger interfered in their matches so many times that Extreme Rules was made into a Triple Threat, and Christian wasn't even pinned to lose the title. Christian said Dreamer owes him a rematch and Christian will regain the title.
As Dreamer got ready to sign his new contract again, Jack Swagger's music came on and Swagger appeared from backstage. Swagger began to say that the fans were here to see him not Dreamer or Christian. Tiffany prepared to discuss the contract extension of Dreamer, but Swagger cut her off saying he's not sure the contract is legit. Swagger told Christian they can take this to the Board of Executives and have Dreamer stripped of his title, or Dreamer can do the right thing and forfeit the belt. Dreamer said no way, and Christian said maybe Swagger has a point. Christian said he's going to do the right thing now, then turned and clocked Swagger, eventually knocking him out of the ring. Dreamer quickly signed his contract extension and then got on the corner turnbuckle to pose with the belt. Christian went over and got Dreamer on his shoulders fast then slammed him through the table.
Josh Matthews announced that those two, Dreamer and Christian will team up to face the Hart Dynasty tonight.
When ECW returned from commercial, Tiffany was talking to a WWE staff member backstage. A bunch of equipment had been knocked over and the man said some guy in green came rushing by but he didn't get a good luck at him. Tiffany spotted someone and told the man she'd be right back. Christian came walking through, and Tiffany confronted him about why he slammed Dreamer through a table. Christian said it was payback for what Dreamer did to him last week. Tiffany said because of that, Dreamer can't compete as Christian's tag partner. Tiffany told Christian it will still be a tag match but his partner will now be Jack Swagger.
Evan Bourne vs. Tony Atlas
Mark Henry accompanied Atlas to the ring, laughing about the fact Atlas was wearing a funny looking red white and blue wrestling suit. Striker said Atlas is wrestling due to the fact he cost Henry a match last week against Evan Bourne.
In tonight's match, the veteran Atlas managed to gain control and use power moves to slam Bourne around. As they were near the corner, Bourne got up fast and DDT'd Atlas to the mat, then went to the corner for the Shooting Starpress to win the match. Bourne's celebration was shortlived as Mark Henry entered the ring and clubbed him down from behind. Henry used the World's Strongest Slam to slam Bourne to the mat hard before leaving the ring. Evan Bourne wins via pinfall over Tony Atlas.
Luke Hawx & Chris Lewie vs. Vladimir Kozlov (2 on 1 Handicap Match)
Vladimir Kozlov came to the ring smiling and raising his arms waving to the fans as he came to the ring, a strange change of character for the usually frowning all business superstar.
The Moscow Mauler made quick work of his opponents again. Kozlov started to headbutt one of his opponents hard in the chest before throwing him over his back. The man managed to tag his amateur partner who tried to jump off the ropes at Kozlov. Kozlov batted the man down from the air then used his one hand slam move to finish him. After winning, Kozlov started posing on the corners of the ring. Vladimir Kozlov wins via pinfall over Chris Lewie & Luke Hawx.
Christian and Swagger were shown preparing backstage in the locker room. Swagger told Christian he knows he doesn't want to be his partner but that he's a winner, so he expects Christian to hold up his side of the partnership for tonight's match.
Last night's Raw incidents were revisited with Batista coming out to celebrate winning the WWE Title at Extreme Rules. Randy Orton came down the ramp to stare down the Animal, and Legacy snuck into the ring behind Batista. Batista was fighting everyone off for some time, but then was overpowered by all 3 men. Eventually they started to target his left arm, with Orton putting it into a chair and stomping on it. Orton eventually snapped Batista's arm back, and Batista had to be taken away by ambulance. GM Vickie Guerrero said that the rematch would go on and if Batista didn't show up for the main event, Orton would win by forfeit.
Later on Raw, Orton waited in the ring with Legacy as the ref started to count to 10 before calling it a forfeit. On the big screen the back of the ambulance was shown so the ref stopped counting. Suddenly, Triple H appeared on the screen with Sledgehammer in hand. The Game made his way from backstage all the way to the ring, taking out Rhodes and Dibiase with the hammer, then getting in the ring to beat up Orton. After fighting in the ring, outside it and into the crowd, things ended back in the ring with a Pedigree by Triple H of Orton onto a steel chair.
Josh Matthews and Matt Striker discussed the special 3 hour Raw next Monday which will include a Fatal Fourway for the WWE Title involving Randy Orton, Triple H, Big Show and John Cena. Also, Tommy Dreamer will defend the ECW title in a rematch against Christian.
Christian & Jack Swagger vs. The Hart Dynasty
Before the match, Natalya said Tyson Kidd and DH Smith will be facing two former ECW champions, but these guys will be future champions. Swagger tried to start the match off, but as the bell rang Christian slapped his back and went in instead. DH Smith came in and took control with his strength against Christian, ramming him down off the ropes with a shoulder block.
Kidd tagged in next and continued to work on Christian. Christian soon gained momentum and dropkicked Kidd from off the corner. Christian and Swagger got into a verbal discussion and Swagger shoved Christian right to Kidd. Kidd and Smith gained control as ECW went to commercial.
The Hart Dynasty stayed in control as they beat on Christian with Swagger watching from the other side. Christian tried to use a flying headbutt off the ropes but Kidd moved away and hit a snap suplex on Christian. Kidd went to the ropes and tried a Moonsault with Christian avoiding it. Christian staggered over towards Swagger as Kidd tagged in Smith. Swagger put his hand out to tag Christian and as he swiped at Christian's hand, Christian pulled his away then slapped Swagger in the face, knocking him off the apron. Christian gained momentum as he attempted to pin Smith several times from there. Christian missed on a headbutt off the corner again and Kidd tagged in.
Christian tried for the Killswitch several times but with no success. At one point Christian managed to flip over Tyson Kidd but he fell towards Swagger. Swagger grabbed Christian and yanked him down across the ropes. Christian was stunned and Kidd tagged in Smith. Smith grabbed Christian in a Bear Hug and Kidd ran off the ropes to clothesline him with the Hart Attack. Smith took the winning pin.
After the match, Swagger, Kidd and Smith all began to attack Christian. Suddenly, Tommy Dreamer came charging down the ramp with a Kendo Stick in hand. Dreamer got in the ring and began smashing the stick on Swagger's back until eventually he cleared the ring. ECW ended with Dreamer raising his arms with the kendo stick as Christian recovered in the corner.
ECW GM Tiffany was in the ring as ECW opened, with a table set up. Tiffany introduced Tommy Dreamer as new ECW Champion, and announced he earned himself a new contract as well. Dreamer came to the ring in street clothes carrying the ECW belt on his shoulder. Dreamer told the fans this was made possible by them. Dreamer thanked the fans from the bottom of his heart for their support and making this the biggest highlight of his career. Dreamer prepared to sign a brand new contract, but just then Christian came out from backstage carrying a box of tissues. Christian threw the tissues to Dreamer as a congratulations gift. Christian noted that Swagger interfered in their matches so many times that Extreme Rules was made into a Triple Threat, and Christian wasn't even pinned to lose the title. Christian said Dreamer owes him a rematch and Christian will regain the title.
As Dreamer got ready to sign his new contract again, Jack Swagger's music came on and Swagger appeared from backstage. Swagger began to say that the fans were here to see him not Dreamer or Christian. Tiffany prepared to discuss the contract extension of Dreamer, but Swagger cut her off saying he's not sure the contract is legit. Swagger told Christian they can take this to the Board of Executives and have Dreamer stripped of his title, or Dreamer can do the right thing and forfeit the belt. Dreamer said no way, and Christian said maybe Swagger has a point. Christian said he's going to do the right thing now, then turned and clocked Swagger, eventually knocking him out of the ring. Dreamer quickly signed his contract extension and then got on the corner turnbuckle to pose with the belt. Christian went over and got Dreamer on his shoulders fast then slammed him through the table.
Josh Matthews announced that those two, Dreamer and Christian will team up to face the Hart Dynasty tonight.
When ECW returned from commercial, Tiffany was talking to a WWE staff member backstage. A bunch of equipment had been knocked over and the man said some guy in green came rushing by but he didn't get a good luck at him. Tiffany spotted someone and told the man she'd be right back. Christian came walking through, and Tiffany confronted him about why he slammed Dreamer through a table. Christian said it was payback for what Dreamer did to him last week. Tiffany said because of that, Dreamer can't compete as Christian's tag partner. Tiffany told Christian it will still be a tag match but his partner will now be Jack Swagger.
Evan Bourne vs. Tony Atlas
Mark Henry accompanied Atlas to the ring, laughing about the fact Atlas was wearing a funny looking red white and blue wrestling suit. Striker said Atlas is wrestling due to the fact he cost Henry a match last week against Evan Bourne.
In tonight's match, the veteran Atlas managed to gain control and use power moves to slam Bourne around. As they were near the corner, Bourne got up fast and DDT'd Atlas to the mat, then went to the corner for the Shooting Starpress to win the match. Bourne's celebration was shortlived as Mark Henry entered the ring and clubbed him down from behind. Henry used the World's Strongest Slam to slam Bourne to the mat hard before leaving the ring. Evan Bourne wins via pinfall over Tony Atlas.
Luke Hawx & Chris Lewie vs. Vladimir Kozlov (2 on 1 Handicap Match)
Vladimir Kozlov came to the ring smiling and raising his arms waving to the fans as he came to the ring, a strange change of character for the usually frowning all business superstar.
The Moscow Mauler made quick work of his opponents again. Kozlov started to headbutt one of his opponents hard in the chest before throwing him over his back. The man managed to tag his amateur partner who tried to jump off the ropes at Kozlov. Kozlov batted the man down from the air then used his one hand slam move to finish him. After winning, Kozlov started posing on the corners of the ring. Vladimir Kozlov wins via pinfall over Chris Lewie & Luke Hawx.
Christian and Swagger were shown preparing backstage in the locker room. Swagger told Christian he knows he doesn't want to be his partner but that he's a winner, so he expects Christian to hold up his side of the partnership for tonight's match.
Last night's Raw incidents were revisited with Batista coming out to celebrate winning the WWE Title at Extreme Rules. Randy Orton came down the ramp to stare down the Animal, and Legacy snuck into the ring behind Batista. Batista was fighting everyone off for some time, but then was overpowered by all 3 men. Eventually they started to target his left arm, with Orton putting it into a chair and stomping on it. Orton eventually snapped Batista's arm back, and Batista had to be taken away by ambulance. GM Vickie Guerrero said that the rematch would go on and if Batista didn't show up for the main event, Orton would win by forfeit.
Later on Raw, Orton waited in the ring with Legacy as the ref started to count to 10 before calling it a forfeit. On the big screen the back of the ambulance was shown so the ref stopped counting. Suddenly, Triple H appeared on the screen with Sledgehammer in hand. The Game made his way from backstage all the way to the ring, taking out Rhodes and Dibiase with the hammer, then getting in the ring to beat up Orton. After fighting in the ring, outside it and into the crowd, things ended back in the ring with a Pedigree by Triple H of Orton onto a steel chair.
Josh Matthews and Matt Striker discussed the special 3 hour Raw next Monday which will include a Fatal Fourway for the WWE Title involving Randy Orton, Triple H, Big Show and John Cena. Also, Tommy Dreamer will defend the ECW title in a rematch against Christian.
Christian & Jack Swagger vs. The Hart Dynasty
Before the match, Natalya said Tyson Kidd and DH Smith will be facing two former ECW champions, but these guys will be future champions. Swagger tried to start the match off, but as the bell rang Christian slapped his back and went in instead. DH Smith came in and took control with his strength against Christian, ramming him down off the ropes with a shoulder block.
Kidd tagged in next and continued to work on Christian. Christian soon gained momentum and dropkicked Kidd from off the corner. Christian and Swagger got into a verbal discussion and Swagger shoved Christian right to Kidd. Kidd and Smith gained control as ECW went to commercial.
The Hart Dynasty stayed in control as they beat on Christian with Swagger watching from the other side. Christian tried to use a flying headbutt off the ropes but Kidd moved away and hit a snap suplex on Christian. Kidd went to the ropes and tried a Moonsault with Christian avoiding it. Christian staggered over towards Swagger as Kidd tagged in Smith. Swagger put his hand out to tag Christian and as he swiped at Christian's hand, Christian pulled his away then slapped Swagger in the face, knocking him off the apron. Christian gained momentum as he attempted to pin Smith several times from there. Christian missed on a headbutt off the corner again and Kidd tagged in.
Christian tried for the Killswitch several times but with no success. At one point Christian managed to flip over Tyson Kidd but he fell towards Swagger. Swagger grabbed Christian and yanked him down across the ropes. Christian was stunned and Kidd tagged in Smith. Smith grabbed Christian in a Bear Hug and Kidd ran off the ropes to clothesline him with the Hart Attack. Smith took the winning pin.
After the match, Swagger, Kidd and Smith all began to attack Christian. Suddenly, Tommy Dreamer came charging down the ramp with a Kendo Stick in hand. Dreamer got in the ring and began smashing the stick on Swagger's back until eventually he cleared the ring. ECW ended with Dreamer raising his arms with the kendo stick as Christian recovered in the corner.
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