Before we could get to the 'Main-Card' of Revolution there was still plenty of time for some last minute plugs and video packages for the final attempt to sell the PPv to those watching at home. The camera then pans around the Royal Farms Arena as we were shown the Revolution custom set for the first time; Green lighting and LED Revolution boards adorn the stage as we see the hardcore AEW fan base make their way down the bleachers and begin to take their seats ringside ready for the 'Pre-Show' to begin.
The camera then pans to the commentary table where we hear the voice of TNT Tony Schiavone for the first time this evening as he welcomes the fans to the "Buy-In!" and begins to rundown the stacked card for this evening and that this is going to be a show that the fans are not going to want to miss, and that they can order the PPv in full RIGHT NOW, LIVE from their PPv providers worldwide. Tony then confirms some BREAKING NEWS and says that tonight for the first time since Halloween Havoc! We're going to hear from 'The Cleaner' - Kenny Omega! And that he's invited Jon Moxley with a proposition for him LIVE tonight!
Tony then confirms that as always he will be joined by his long time friend and Hall of Famer - Jim Ross! This evening, but right now joining him at this time.. The Chief Brand Officer of All Elite Wrestling! Brandi Rhodes! A smiling Brandi then takes her place at the commentary table, before waving to the camera thanking Tony for allowing her to come and hang out, and enjoy the Buy-In! Tony confirms the pleasure is all his before confirming the first match of the evening and reminds us that this 'match' has not been sanctioned by Tony Khan and that Joey Janella is defending his 'own' Championship that is not recognised by All Elite Wrestling. Brandi then giggles as Tony tried his best to get through the match announcement before suggesting that 'The Bad Boy' Joey Janella is a law to himself and a wildcard here in AEW; You never know what's going to happen with him around.
The Royal Farms arena was still filling up, but there was enough people sat at their seats to let the 'Bad Couple' know exactly how they felt about them. The boo's going up more as Joey came down with one side of his face painted in reference to Darby Allin as he raised his 'Deathmatch' Championship in the air for all to see. Penelope Ford flaunting her assets around him as the couple shared an over the top kiss to the annoyance of many jealous males watching on I'm sure.
All eyes then turned towards the stage as the Baltimore crowd awaited who was ready to answer the open 'Deathmatch Championship' Match. However, there eyes quickly turned from the stage to a section of the crowd..
Nostalgia was at an all time high right now. Despite being in his 50's - with Metallica blaring from the speakers, trusty Cane in hand and Sandman guzzling down a beer as he puffed on his cigarette the AEW crowd didn't care and were on their feet cheering as the Sandman looked to roll back the years as he made his way to the ring.
Open 'Deathmatch Championship' Match.
'The Bad Boy' Joey Janela (C) W/ 'The Bad Girl' Penelope Ford vs ???
Summary:
If anyone was expecting a 'wrestling' match between Janela & The Sandman, then they were honestly kidding themselves. Sandman entered the ring and immediately the bell sounded. Joey Janela cockily walking up to him and clutching some money from his pocket before throwing it at the Sandman, perhaps a clear indication that Joey has created this match off his own back? Joey would then go further, grabbing what remained of the Sandman's cigarette and placing it in his mouth, taking a drag and then telling the Sandman to do the "job" and lay down. The Sandman would stare out towards the crowd before grasping his Singapore Cane and lashing it across the head of the 'Bad Boy' knocking him down! WHACK! WHACK! Sandman followed up the first strike with two more across the back before showing the now bent and broken cane to the crowd for another cheap pop.
The 'match' would only continue on for a few more minutes. The tied had completely changed after Sandman's start with the cane and this point, Joey Janela was on top haven took advantage of Sandman's age and lack of stamina or ring shape. The 'Bad Boy' brought trash cans, cookie trays and chairs into play as he began to beat down on the ECW legend. Embarrassing him as he ripped open his vest before choking him with it. Once Joey was done taking advantage, he grabbed his 'Deathmatch' Championship belt and used it to strike Sandman across the already busted open head. The blood now dripping down the faceplate. With Sandman now a bloody and beaten mess - Janela ended the "contest" with a Package Piledriver on top of a chair and covered for the victory! One! Two! Three!
Joey Janela (W) - 05:32 Match Time.
"YOUR WINNER! THE SELF-PROCLAIMED 'DEATHMATCH' CHAMPION! HE IS A BAADDDD BOOYYYY, JOOOEYYY! JAANNEELLAAAA!" - Justin Roberts
The 'Bad Couple' now stand over a bloody and beaten Sandman with smirks across their faces. Joey breaking pose to pick back up the money that was thrown at Sandman as he stashes it down Penelope's top and the couple embrace for another kiss as Joey flips off the crowd to a chorus of jeers once again.
With the ringside workers clearing the ring and the Royal Farms Arena now at 100% capacity, it was almost time for the final match of the Buy-In! Video footage was shown on the big screen just quickly showcasing the history as well as the recent exchanges of 'Las Sicarias' - Ivelisse & Mercedes Martinez! Tony reminding us that there's respect, maybe even still a friendship between these two ladies but this is all about the bigger goal of becoming the AEW Women's Champion and looking to be next in line! Brandi then speaks and says that she knows Ivelisse all too well after coming face to face with her as recently as Halloween Havoc, and that was a mistake! Brandi says that when it comes to Ivelisse & Martinez, they're two of the toughest, baddest bitches she's ever seen in this business and this match should be great.
Singles Match.
Ivelisse vs Mercedes Martinez
Summary:
The ring bell sounded as the two former SHINE tag team Champions stood in opposite corners and exchanged words. Mercedes mouthing that this isn't personal, it's business as she see's Ivelisse higher up the ladder and knows with a win today she could put herself right in and among contention for the AEW Women's Championship. On the other side was Ivelisse. Confidence at an all time high after conquering Awesome Kong at Halloween Havoc having put the monster to sleep with a Guillotine Choke. Ivelisse & Mercedes then walked towards the centre of the ring as Ivelisse then replied; lets do this! Mercedes with a smile on her face nodding along before firing with the first strike! The two Latinas exchanging blows as the crowd went along for the ride with cheers and boo's depending on the landing of the strike.
This match was aggressive and strong, neither lady ever willing to back down or pull their punches. Mercedes though more willing to do what it would take to win; on a couple of occasions grabbing the tights of Ivelisse or using the ropes for leverage only for Ivelisse to kick out at the last second as Mercedes would shrug her shoulders and smile at Ivelisse who stared back - perhaps surprised how far Mercedes was willing to go to achieve the victory she so desperately wants.
With the match clock ticking - Mercedes appears to have Ivelisse where she wants her, hands gripped around her back and midsection as she attempts the Three Amigas! Martinez lands with two and goes for the third - Ivelisse though uses the momentum and slips out of the German Suplex before scrambling towards Mercedes and latching on the Guillotine Choke! Mercedes is caught completely by surprise and begins to flail her arms around in a panic. Stretching and reaching for the ropes but she's pretty much caught in the middle of the ring. Ivelisse begins to tighten the grip and it's enough - Mercedes is out and is unable to answer the call from Referee official Rick Knox as he calls for the bell.
Ivelisse (W) - 9:46 Match Time.
"ANNNDDD YOUR WINNER! IVVVVEELISSSEEEEE!" - Justin Roberts
Ivelisse stands back up, heavy breathing knowing that she had to grip onto life to choke out Mercedes with the Guillotine Choke as Referee Knox raises her arm in victory! Brandi Rhodes putting Ivelisse over on commentary and wondering if it's a matter of time before she's face to face with Rosemary, the current AEW Women's Champion? Mercedes then begins to stir with some help from the back and is starting to come around to the realization that she was chocked out and the match is over as Martinez pounds the canvas before giving Ivelisse a respectful nod and then quickly exiting the ring etched in frustration. Ivelisse then motions the Championship around her waist as Tony thanks everyone for joining the Buy-In and hopes to see everyone at the Revolution main show which he reminds us is moments away and it's not too late to order! Him & Brandi then say their final goodbyes and the Buy-In comes to a close with Ivelisse standing tall in the middle of the ring.
AEW: Revolution - #Revolution
Royal Farms Arena - Baltimore, Maryland.
Attendance - 9,200
November 9, 2019
"A!E!DUB! A!E!DUB! A!E!DUB!" Is the roar from the raucous Baltimore crowd as Revolution is LIVE from Baltimore, Maryland! The live feed pans around the excited crowd displaying their various signs in attendance as the pyro blazes around the stage and the theme for Revolution blares from the speakers.
"Ladies and Gentleman! Welcome to All Elite Wrestling; Revolution! We're SOLD OUT! LIVE! From the Royal Farms Arena! Baltimore, Maryland! I am good ole' JR; Jim Ross! And alongside me My long-time friend; Tony Schiavone! Folks, boy do we have a show for you tonight; A STACKED card with the BEST wrestlers in the world today putting on a show like only All Elite Wrestling can! Am I right, Tony?" -
Jim Ross
"Thank you Jim, my good friend; you're RIGHT! It's going to be ANOTHER great show and we thank you all once again for tuning in and continuing to support this amazing, and continuously growing company; without you guys all this would not be possible! All Elite fans; We're going to start the show HOT! Open Challenge! Beat him if you can, survive if he lets you!" - Tony Schiavone
A video package then plays on the big screen. We're shown the promo from Taz on Dynamite talking about the desire to hurt people but knowing he can't do it anymore, and instead finding a protégé; A NEW Human Suplex Machine! The video then skips to the arrival of Jeff Cobb! The powerhouse islander debuting in AEW on Dynamite and laying waist to all that stood before him; throwing around all three members of the Strong Hearts - CIMA, El Lindaman & T-Hawk! The video package ending with the promo and open challenge from Taz..
"I WARNED you All. The MOOD around here has just CHANGED. And believe me, we're just getting started. What you see before you is the BADDEST SON OF A BITCH IN THE WRESTLING GAME RIGHT NOW! PERIOD! JEFF.. COBB! The NEW.. SUPLEX! MACHINE! You think you can take him? You think you can beat him? Then come and try your luck at Revolution! OPEN.. CHALLENGE! BEAT HIM IF YOU CAN, SURVIVE IF HE LETS YOU!" - Taz
Intrigue was building as Jeff Cobb stood menacingly in the ring. All black singlet with the black towel draped across his head while Taz stood to the side of him wearing a black and orange suit; hyping up his protégé, and working the crowd as attention then turned to the stage to see who was about to answer the call..
The Baltimore crowd popped with genuine surprise as the former PWG, CZW, ROH & NXT star stepped out from behind the curtain and onto the stage. The commentary quick to put over the well travelled veteran as a former PWG World Champion, One time ROH Tag Team Champion and a multi-time CZW Champion! An impressive list of accolades for one of the best wrestlers of his generation.
As Hero made his way to the ring; Cobb remained motionless and still his face covered with the towel. Taz now flexing his shoulders and scrunching up his face as Hero entered the ring - he knows that his protégé is in for a fight and then removes the towel as Cobb lets out a roar before going face to face with Hero as the crowd begin to cheer at the face off before the bell sounds.
"Beat him if you can, Survive if he lets you" Open Challenge.
Jeff Cobb W/ Taz vs Chris Hero
Summary:
The ring bell sounded and immediately the AEW crowd chanted "This is Awesome!" as Hero & Cobb stood opposed to each other; 'The NEW Suplex Machine' vs 'The KO Artist' - the excitement at an all time high as Jeff Cobb was no doubt about to get his first real test since joining All Elite Wrestling.
Cobb & Hero traded strikes to start the match with both men taking what the other had and firing back with one of their own. Neither man was backing down and the fight was on! Cobb though switched his style, blocking one of the strikes and then gripping Hero around the waist before wowing the fans in attendance as he began to throw the 6ft4 Hero around the ring with a variations of suplex's! "SUPLEX CITY!" sounded out from the Baltimore crowd as Cobb had no interest in entertaining their comparisons to Brock as he continued to beat down on Chris with raw aggression and power as Taz watched on from ringside.
The match clock was now around the nine minute mark and Hero despite early adrenaline getting him through was starting to show signs of someone that's a little match rusty as he began to tire a little despite fighting back and landing some big strikes on the powerhouse islander; Jeff Cobb. Hero then took control of the match and for a moment looked like he could potentially win it. With the crowd behind him Hero nailed Cobb with the Cyclone! a discuss big boot rocking Cobb and knocking him backwards against the ropes as he tried to stay on his feet before Hero then ran against the ropes and attempted to knock out Cobb with the KO! Jeff Cobb though able to shake of the Cyclone before ducking the KO and latching in the TAZZMISSION!
The energy and support from the crowd was instantly sucked away as Cobb like a python began to constrict around the body of Hero taking him down and suffocating him within an inch of his life. Cobb had the match won as Hero was lifeless, but he was ready to put on a show as he dragged up Chris Hero and then brought him back down to the canvas with a TOUR OF THE ISLANDS! Hero's body slamming against the canvas as Cobb hooked the legs and Referee Mike Posey counted the pin fall; One! Two! Three!
Jeff Cobb (W) - 11:21 Match Time.
"ANNDD YOUR WINNER! HE IS THE 'NEW SUPLEX MACHINE!' JEFF! COBB! - Justin Roberts
Cobb stood menacingly over the downed Chris Hero as Roberts confirmed him as the victor of the match. Taz entering the ring alongside him and tapping his protégé on the shoulder before directing him out of the ring as the duo make their way up the ramp. After a minute or two; Hero begins to move, first making it to his knees as the Baltimore crowd shower him with some love and cheers as Hero now stands up and bows towards them, thanking them for the support before bowing out and leaving ringside as the camera focus heads to the back.
"Ladies and Gentleman! My guest at this time.. 'The American Nightmare' Cody Rhodes! Cody, thank you for joining me tonight, I know you wanted to update the AEW fans.." -
Jenn Decker
The camera pans out now a little and we see a sharp suited Cody Rhodes with a beaming white smile on his face but still carrying some of the cuts and plaster on his forehead from the Chair Match at Halloween Havoc against 'The Chairman' Shawn Spears.
"No, thank you, Jenn! Hello everyone, and welcome to Revolution, Baltimore!" - Cody Rhodes
Cody smiles knowing he was always going to get a cheap pop from the live fans in attendance before speaking on as Jenn raises the microphone closer to his mouth..
"So, Jenn. I know there's been speculation regarding my situation. Regarding Shawn Spears. Regarding a few things so I'm going to clear some of that up. Right now, I am speaking to you as Cody Rhodes, not the 'American Nightmare' - but an Executive Vice President of this beautiful company; All Elite Wrestling! Now, the story of me and Shawn Spears is well known and the offer I made to him two weeks on Dynamite.. It was real, Jenn. Shawn needs help, and I'm happy that he's accepted that help. Shawn will be taking some time away from the ring, he's going to be checking into rehab and he's going to do so with the full support of All Elite Wrestling behind him and return better then ever! His mind unclouded, his thoughts his own and back to the Shawn Spears that I once called a friend. You got this Shawn.. I believe in you" - Cody Rhodes
A small cheer and applause greets the words of Cody as Jenn Decker smiles and nods in agreement at the news of Shawn Spears checking into rehab, and getting the support of the company.
"Okay, so now that's done.. Let's talk about what's next for the 'American Nightmare' shall we? Well.. As of tonight, I'll be officially cleared to compete once again! And just like everyone else, I'm going to be watching the Main Event with real intrigue. 'Le Champion' Chris Jericho! Vs 'Hangman' Adam Page! Which way is it going to go? You know, Jenn. I don't actually know, and that's why it's so exciting. But make no mistake - Who ever leaves Baltimore and continues on their journey will one day come to a Cross-Rhodes and well.. I'll be waiting!" - Cody Rhodes.
Jenn once again smiles but before the interview finishes, she brings up the feud that's been getting really heated between Dustin Rhodes and 'MJF' - asking for his thoughts?
"Truth is Jenn, of course I've been watching and honestly, some of the remarks that 'MJF' and his 'Friedman Family' have said about my Brother, my Father, my FAMILY! It's disgusting! So many times I've had to stop myself coming down and getting involved but the truth is.. It can't be my battle. Dustin is his own man, and my Uncle Dallas too! They want to handle this situation and they will. I can promise that from what I've seen, and how hard Dustin & Diamond Dallas Page have been working in the gym - Maxwell is going to get a lesson in respect tonight and I'll be watching, and supporting the Nightmare Family all the way!" - Cody Rhodes
Cody then thanks Jenn for the interview before walking out the shot as the live footage returns back to ringside and Jenn Decker hands over to the commentary team.
Before Tony or Jim Ross can comment on the words from Cody Rhodes, the footage pans out a little to show Taz coming back out from behind the curtain and walking across the stage over to the commentary desk, picking up a headset and taking his place at the booth.
"Forget about Cody Rhodes, Gentleman! Did you see what the NEW SUPLEX MACHINE just did?! Let this be a lesson to anyone who thinks they're BAD! Who think's they're a TOUGH GUY! Everyone is BAD, Everyone is TOUGH until JEFF COBB ENTERS THE ROOM! The BADDEST son of a bitch on the planet today! This coming DYNAMITE! We run it back - Open challenge! BEAT HIM IF YOU CAN, SURVIVE IF HE LETS YOU!" - Taz
Taz then laughs as he tells Jim & Tony to get this show on the road.
"Well it appears we're going to be joined by the original Suplex Machine, Taz! Taz, welcome to the commentary desk friend - Revolution has started HOT and it's only going to get better, folks! -
Jim Ross
"That's right, Jim! Up next we have some tag-team action! And this one has some extra spice it's fair to say as Penta & Fenix of the Lucha Brothers! Go up against Santana & Ortiz, of LAX! STREET FIGHT!" -
Tony Schiavone
Street-fight, Grudge Match.
LAX W/ Diamante vs Lucha Brothers
Summary:
First down and it was the team of Santana & Ortiz, trailing behind was Diamante as LAX were in full order, representing their heritage and culture as all three were emblazed with the Mexican & Puerto Rican colours as they received a mixed reception from the Baltimore crowd. LAX came to fight, mean mugging and flexing their fists as they awaited their opponents to come down and fight. Secondly, it was the Lucha Brothers! Fenix & Penta coming down in energetic fashion as the commentary team reminded us of the side note that's been in play - one Selina de le Renta and wonders if she's somewhere watching?
The bell sounded and immediately the fight was on! Both teams stood and traded with the intention to do harm as the match pace was frantic from the start. The action quickly spilled out to ringside where Santana & Ortiz were beating down on Pentagon Jr with punches and kicks. Santana & Ortiz then dragging up Penta before swinging him into the steel steps on the outside! BOOM! Penta's body crashing against the steel. The pain for Penta would continue with LAX staying on top of him, dragging him up and then hitting a double Suplex onto the steel stage Ramp as Penta rode around in agony after his back thudded against the steel once again. LAX then stood back up - hyping up the crowd and showing their 'gang sign' to the live camera when out of nowhere came a flying Fenix! Fenix leaping from the turnbuckle, onto the tope rope and springing off with a moonsault that picture perfectly lands on both Santana & Ortiz as the Baltimore crowd wowed at the athleticism from Fenix!
"GOOD GAWD ALMIGHTY! HOW GOOD IS FENIX?" -
Jim Ross
"Unbelievable! He's Unbelievable, Jim! Dare I say he's the closest thing I've seen to a young Rey Mysterio Jr?" -
Tony Schiavone
"Fair comparison, Schiavone! But Fenix needs to stay on top of these cats, because trust me, LAX are killers and they don't give up!" -
Taz
Replays showed the death defying ability from Fenix once more as the Mexican planned his next move. Fenix grabbed Ortiz and told the fans to clear a path before throwing him over the steel crowd barrier as Ortiz crashed into the front row of steel chairs at ringside. Fenx then checking on his Brother Penta before positioning the steel steps just in front of the crowd barrier and the crowd knew what was coming next... Fenix took some steps back before running at the steel steps and plunging him self into the air, clearing the barricade and landing directly onto Ortiz like a missile! SMASH! The bodies of Fenix & Ortiz crashing into the chairs at ringside as again the crowd popped for the daredevil ability of Fenix!
"No guts, no glory! That seems to be the way of Fenix! You can't take your eyes of this man!" -
Tony Schiavone
Attention then turned to Pentagon Jr who was back up, albeit holding his shoulder from being driven into the steel steps. Penta pulls up the ring canvas and to the delight of the crowd appears with a trash can in hand. Penta raises the trash can before bringing it back down across the back of Santana! Penta then turns back to the ring and pulls out a wooden table as the crowd pop. Penta sets up the table on the outside before his attention turns to the crowd where his Brother, Fenix and Ortiz are still among the chairs and fans. Suddenly a lady grabs his attention as she steps over both men and comes to the front of the crowd barrier; It's Selina de la Renta!
Selina motions with her finger, calling over Penta who stares for a moment before he begins to slowly walk towards her as the crowd are watching on. Fenix though is back up and he spins Selina around and appears to tell her to leave before turning back to his Brother and telling him to think and concentrate. CRACK! Fenix is blistered from behind by Ortiz with a steel chair that knocks him back over the right side of the barrier at ringside. CRACK! Penta is also blindsided from behind - but this time it's Diamante with a Singapore Cane! A shot right across his upper back but Penta spins around, no selling the strike and stares right through Diamante causing her to panic and drop the Cane. Penta then grabs Diamante and stares at the table, perhaps suggesting that she's going through it as the Baltimore crowd gasp at potentially what they're about to see.
BOOM! Santana with the save as he blasts Pentagon Jr with a forearm from behind before picking up the Cane and lashing the Mexican Luchador repeatedly until it splits in two! WHACK! WHACK! WHACK! Is the whipping sound from the Cane on each connection before Santana & Ortiz team up. Santana hops on to the ring apron while Ortiz with a little help from Diamante picks up Pentagon Jr in a Power Bomb position over the already set up table. Santana then runs across the ring apron and leaps off with LAX hitting the..
"STREET SWEEPER! LAX WITH THE STREET SWEEPER TO PENTA THROUGH THE TABLE!" -
Jim Ross
"I TOLD you they were KILLERS, Ross! These boys don't PLAY - They get the JOB.. DONE!" -
Taz
With Penta down and out - LAX roll him into the ring before turning their attention to Fenix. Ortiz, Santana & Diamante now stomping down on the high-flying wrestler; keeping him grounded with a real gang beating before Santana & Ortiz pick him up and drop him down onto the steel crowd barrier as he drapes motionless over the steel while Salina de La Renta watches on. LAX then enter the ring once more and for the second time and possibly for good measure, they strike with a second STREET SWEEPER! Santana then hooking the legs and going for the pin-fall. One! Two! Three!
LAX (W) - 13:57 Match Time.
"ANNNDDD YOUR WINNERS! THEY'RE THE TEAM OF.. SANTANA! AND ORTIZ! L! A! X!" -
Justin Roberts
A mixed reaction is heard as LAX celebrate in the ring before exiting as the trio make their way up the ramp and head back behind the curtain. The camera focus then turns to Selina who still watches on; Her eyes on Pentagon Jr as Fenix scrambles back into the ring to aid his Brother before looking back at Selina and throwing up his arms as if to ask what does she want? Selina though just turns away and smiles - walking through the crowd where she came as the show moves on.
We're shown footage from earlier on before Revolution was LIVE; 'Hangman' Page, CM Punk and 'Le Champion' Chris Jericho all making their own entrances into different parts of the building arriving for Revolution as the commentary team remind us of the Main Event once again for tonight! Jim Ross asking if tonight is the night that 'Hangman' Adam Page truly arrives in All Elite Wrestling?
Tony agrees and reminds us that while Chris Jericho did become 'Le Champion' winning the vacant AEW World Championship against 'Hangman' and All Out back in August; that 'Hangman' was carrying a long term leg injury and that by his own admission; He is back and at 100%!
Taz then chimes in and says that his money is on a man that's done and proved it a million times! One of the GOATs in the business and that's Chris Jericho! Taz says that he's glad Cody Rhodes is going to be watching because he might need to check another 'friend' into rehab because it's going to be a long road for Adam Page when he realizes that even at 100%, he wasn't good enough to beat 'Le Champion' - Chris Jericho!
Jim Ross says he can't wait to watch what's going to be a fascinating match before reminding us of the wildcard in the situation; C! M! PUNK! Jim Ross says he has no doubt that Punk will keep his integrity and call the action right down the middle but in the heat of the battle - You can't always control your emotions and we've seen there's no love lost between Punk & Jericho, and there was slight tension with 'Hangman' too! Jim Ross then confirms that's to come, but saying that right now we're going to head over to the interview area where Chris Van Vliet is standing by with the 'Bastard' PAC!
"Joining me at this time.. He is the 'Bastard' Pa-" -
Chris Van Vliet
Before Chris can finish his name; The 'Bastard' PAC rips away the microphone and stands furiously in the interview area with his black wet hair covering his snarling face.
"SHUT.. YOUR MOUTH.. CHRISTOPHER!" - PAC
PAC is clearly pissed off as Van Vliet steps back and throws up his arms like he doesn't want anything to do with this situation. PAC then throws his head back; clearing his face of his draping hair before staring down the camera with stone like eyes in angry fashion.
"UNDERFEATED. DOES THAT NOT MEAN ANYTHING AROUND HERE?! YOU CAN'T FIND A MATCH FOR THE ONLY TRUE ELITE PERFORMER IN ALL.. ELITE.. WRESTLING! SHAME ON YOU!" -
PAC
PAC turns to Chris Van Vliet, almost like he's to blame before turning back to the camera.
"DON'T THINK FOR ONE SECOND I DON'T KNOW WHATS GOING ON ERE' - I HAVE BRUTALIZED EVERYONE THAT WAS PUT BEFORE ME.. INCLUDING.. S! C! U! AND AS EVERYONE KNOWS.. S! C! U! ARE BOYS WITH THE VICE PRESIDENTS! IT'S A TRAVERSTY THAT I AM STANDING BACK ERE' WITHOUT A MATCH - FORCED TO WATCH MEDIOCRITY THAT ARE NOT FIT TO LACE.. MY.. BOOTS! I.." - PAC
Before PAC can say anymore and continue on his tangent - Best Friends; Chuck Taylor & Trent enter the picture shot smiling as they take exception to what PAC is saying.
"Look, PAC - We wasn't on the card either, and yet we're not here whining and moaning about it. That's not going to get you anywhere in business" - Chuck Taylor
"Yeah - Chuck is right! And besides; If you really wanted a match - Why didn't you answer the open challenge and face Jeff Cobb? Unless... Unless you was scared?" - Trent
PAC scowls at both Chuck & Trent now stood beside him.
"GENTLEMAN! I'D WATCH YOUR TONGUES IF I WAS YOU.. I'VE ALREADY BRUTALIZED ONE SET OF BEST.. FRIENDS, DON'T MAKE IT TWO!" - PAC
PAC then turns and leaves the interview area as the Best Friends just smile and pretend to shake like they're scared in jovial fashion as Revolution moves on.
A video package plays next as we see the debut of the 'VIP Lounge' on Dynamite with 'MVP' hosting the event and welcoming Scorpio Sky! The next part of the video shows 'MVP' full of praise for Sky, but alluding to him being nothing more then a back up, in the background to Chris Daniels & Kazarian and how he needs to leave to flourish for the good of his career; 'MVP' offering his services!
The package then switches pace as we're shown the frustrations of Scorpio Sky during his time on AEW Dynamite, clips of him in the background with Daniels & Kazarian earning their Tag Team Championship Match against the Young Bucks which is later to come. The frustration growing as Scorpio Sky is shown injured after the loss to PAC at Halloween Havoc, without the aid of his friends seemingly caring.
The package then switches once more; Back to the 'VIP Lounge' as 'MVP' is holding his hand out in expectation of Scorpio shaking it and joining him..
"Look, Montel, I'm not going to waste your time. You've clearly gone to some effort with the Red carpet, the VIP ropes and you know, all that good stuff. And Montel before I say this, I want you to know that I am flattered that you see something in me, because I believe in me too! And I know I called you last week and you've probably now already assumed this was a thing - but I've been thinking about it and.. In the nicest way possible, It's a no. I'm not interested man, sorry" - Scorpio Sky
'MVP' furious at the rejection as the two men exchange words and the video package becomes more intense.
"I'll tell you what, Scorpio Sky! You seem ever so confident. You think you can beat me? Okay, cool. How about this proposition. If you WIN.. I'll leave you alone, you won't hear from me again and I'll go my separate way and let Scorpio Sky continue the support role of his friends. BUT! If I WIN.. When I WIN. You will shake my hand and join me, how about it Kid, we got a deal? Unless you're too scared, are ya?" - MVP
The video package draws a close with the confirmation that Scorpio accepted the terms, and that Tony Khan has made the match - If Scorpio loses, he must leave 'SCU' and become a client of 'MVP'.
"BIG, BIG implications for this next match folks! Scorpio Sky has backed himself, his career, and tonight his future is on the line! Can he beat the Wiley veteran, 'MVP' - Or will Sky be forced to stand alongside him as his brand new client? We're about to find out!" -
Jim Ross
Singles Match (If Scorpio Sky loses, he must join MVP)
Scorpio Sky vs 'MVP'
Summary:
Perhaps by choice; Scorpio Sky was alone! No Christopher Daniels or Kazarian in sight with their AEW Tag Team Championship Match to come and 'MVP' latched on this - Asking Scorpio where his friends were as he cockily strutted around the ring in his custom Black Panther themed attire. 'MVP' then before the bell sounded to start the match would for the final time offer his hand out and suggest this could be done the easy way, by joining him and standing alongside each other? Scorpio though would quickly shut it down - asking the Referee to ring the bell and the match was on!
An old school lock up started the contest with 'MVP' leading Scorpio around the ring with headlocks and arm drags, almost like he was trying to show the younger Sky that he was a rookie in the ring with him. Maybe a dominance play early on from Montel as the match rolled on. Frustration grew as 'MVP' was seemingly able to get in the head of Scorpio on a couple of occasions with trash talk - 'MVP' also trying a couple of quick pin-fall attempts and on one occasion using the ropes for leverage as the Baltimore crowd were almost shocked with Sky kicking out at what seemed like the last second as 'MVP' then got up, and began to smile - indicating he was "this close" to beating Scorpio with a hand gesture as Sky watched on.
"Scorpio Sky needs to get his head in the game here, folks! 'MVP' has seemingly got in this young man's head as it dictating the match on his terms" -
Jim Ross
"Class is in session, Ross! Mr Sky is being taken to school here by my boy, 'MVP!'" -
Taz
The frustration continued with the match clock ticking down for a little longer until a mistake came from the experienced 'MVP' - Unable to resist the chance to show-off with Sky down after a snap Suplex to canvas - 'MVP' began to strut around the ring with his basketball 'BAAALLINNN!' strut when Sky hit a kip up before leaping up and nailing 'MVP' with a perfect drop kick rocking the veterans draw and knocking him down and rolling out of the ring. The crowd cheered and Sky fed of the energy; Following him by running at the ropes before launching through the second with a drop kick that sent 'MVP' crashing into the crowd barrier at ringside. Sky now in complete control as 'MVP' was feeling the effects of the match the longer it went - sucking in the air trying to catch his breath as the younger Sky put his foot down on the pedal and began to seemingly hit 'MVP' from every angle with his fitness and ring shape providing a massive advantage!
"Scorpio Sky is ROLLIN' ere! The ending is in-sight for Scorpio Sky, he just needs to put 'MVP' away!" -
Jim Ross
The ending was indeed in-sight, and at this point - 'MVP' was spent. Fatigue was his worst enemy and Scorpio knew it - showing a ruthless side as he took advantage with the VHS! A Firemen's Carry into a Brainbuster before putting the exclamation point on the proceedings; Going to the top rope and..
"450 Splash! Scorpio Sky with a BEAUTIFUL 450 Splash! This one is over right here!" -
Tony Schiavone
The crowd give a small pop for the ability shown as Sky scrambled across the ring holding his midsection before hooking the legs and covering for the victory! One! Two! Three!
Scorpio Sky (W) - 8:57 Match Time.
"YOUUURRR WINNNEER, AND THEREFORE STILL A MEMBER OF S! C! U! SCCOORRPPIIIOOOOO! SKKYYY! -
Justin Roberts
Referee official Paul Turner raises the hand of Scorpio Sky who looks more relieved then he does happy to win the match as he stares back at 'MVP' who is now stood on the ramp. 'MVP' is smiling - almost like he knew this was always going to be the outcome, and this was part of his play. Scorpio though soaks in the moment and cheers from the fans in attendance as the show rolls on.
The live footage cuts backstage where we see tonight's Main Event challenger taping up his wrists sat on a steel chair ahead of his match tonight against 'Le Champion' Chris Jericho for the AEW World Championship! The Baltimore crowd give a pop for the first live sighting tonight of one Adam 'Hangman' Page! That pop then goes up a notch again as the 'Hangman' stands up defensively as the 'Cult of Personality' and Referee for tonight's Main Event enters the shot.. CM Punk! Punk already wearing the official Referee shirt for tonight as 'Hangman' & Punk are left staring at each other for a few seconds as the Baltimore crowd continue there cheers before Adam Page breaks the silence..
"Don't you knock.. Punk?" - Adam Page
Punk smiles before leaning back out of the picture and tapping twice on the locker room door before turning back to 'Hangman' with a smirk on his face as the two men stare at each other for a few seconds. The tension clear for all to see. 'Hangman' doesn't trust CM Punk, and Punk clearly knows it; Perhaps happy to play on the doubt after Page refused the hand shake last week to end Dynamite.
"Knock-Knock, Cowboy. Look, 'Hangman' - I'm sure I don't need to tell you, I'm sure you're quite aware of these already but I've been asked to go over the proceedings and rules tonight for the Main Event and.." - CM Punk
Adam Page looks away rolling his eyes before putting up his hand to cut-off Punk from speaking anymore..
"Look, Punk. There doesn't need to be a problem here, alright? I don't need you to come in here in your Referee shirt and tell me the proceedings or rules.. All I NEED from you is to do your JOB! When I have Jericho down and out, and I cover him.. I need you to count the pin. One! Two! Three! That's all I need from you" - Adam Page
CM Punk nods his head after 'Hangman' finishes speaking before smiling and of course, Punk couldn't resist retorting and does so..
"That's fine with me, Page. Don't worry - I'll do my job! I always do! I made myself a name in this business by doing everything I set out to do and tonight is no different - I'll call it.. RIGHT. DOWN. THE MIDDLE. So maybe that is you pinning Jericho and becoming AEW World Champion like you said you will.. OR, maybe that's counting Jericho pinning 'Hangman' Adam page for the second time in his career for the AEW World Championship! Either way, I'll do what I need to do. Good luck out there, Adam! Don't let the occasion get to you, Cowboy" - CM Punk
Again, another awkward tense stare is shared between Punk & 'Hangman' Page before Punk turns away and leaves the locker room as Page sits back down and begins to tighten up his boots with a sheer determined look across his face as the live footage returns back to ringside.
"A tense exchange from the Referee official tonight - CM Punk! And the Challenger - Adam 'Hangman' Page! Gentleman, I think it's clear to all that witnessed what went down on Dyanmite, and just now that 'Hangman' Page and CM Punk are not exactly friends and that while Jericho might be the more worried - It's no advantage to 'Hangman' as Punk is calling this right down the middle!" -
Jim Ross
"Just a side note to the real story here, JR. Adam 'Hangman' Page has already lost to 'Le Champion' once before at All Out! A crushing defeat. What's going to happen should the 'Hangman' lose again? How's he going to recover from this? I'm excited! It's going to be one hell of a match!" -
Taz
The next match of the evening was almost upon us as the commentary team reminded us that this was one has been all about disrespect and jealousy, for the Rhodes name and the legendary Hall of Famer; 'American Dream' Dusty Rhodes!
A video package now airs on the screen as we see old NWA footage from Dusty Rhodes back in the day, entertaining and wrestling like only he could. We then see footage of Diamond Dallas Page, backstage moments with him and Dusty, and Diamond crediting him for bringing him into the business. Next it's about the Rhodes Family as we see various personal photo's and home footage of Dusty with his Wife, Dustin, Cody and Brandi Rhodes. The clip then turns to various members of the wrestling community talking about the impact that Dusty Rhodes has on their careers before the footage skips and we see a smiling and smirking MJF eclipse the now background footage and begin to show his clear lack of class and disrespect for the Rhodes Family..
Premier Episode of Dynamite - O2, Oct, 2019.
"WELL NOBODY GIVES A DAMN WHAT ANY OF YOU IDIOTS THINK! If you're asking me? And lets face it, my opinion matters more then ANY OF YOURS! I thought All OUT was a MASSIVE FAILURE! Yeah! That's right, you heard me CORRECTLY! And I'll tell you why. Put down your Snacks, stop guzzling down your drinks like the unsophisticated stains on the world you are and listen to someone who's got the intelligence and elegance to speak like I do! It was a FAILURE because this a company that is supposedly a company that is presenting and embracing change and who do I see? DUSTIN RHODES!" - MJF
Crowd give a large cheer for the name of Dustin as MJF rolls his eyes and speaks on.
"OH YEAH- GO AHEAD- CHEER FOR DUSTIN! Because I find it a DISGRACE that you have somebody like me at HOME watching the show, while here is this DINOSAUR! Dustin, on my TV screen taken up what should be MY TIME! I'd say it's obvious to any idiot with a brain cell that Dustin DOESN'T HAVE IT ANYMORE! But you know what?! I don't think he ever HAD IT IN THE FIRST PLACE! I mean.. I'm going to say it, the only reason he's here in All Elite Wrestling is because of his boo-boo little Brother, Cody!
But that really shouldn't come as a surprise to anyone because that's the kind of human that DUSTIN is.. ALWAYS looking for a hand out! Heck! He built a CAREER leeching off his DEAD DADS LEGACY! Oh and his DAD.. Get this.. HE DIDN'T EVEN LIKE DUSTIN! IN FACT, HE DESPISED HIM MORE THAN I DO!!" - MJF
Dynamite - 09, Oct, 2019 - PAC makes Dustin tap-out.
"EMBARRASSING! You call that effort, Dustin? Being choked out live on TNT, live around the world? You're an embarrassment OLD MAN! You're nothing but an OLD scraggly, flee invested DOG, that needs to be taken out around the woodshed and SHOT.. to DEATH, for the GOOD of the wrestling business!" - MJF
Maxwell now begins walking up the stairs as he starts laughing at Dustin who's now holding himself up on the ropes and still breathing heavily. MJF enters the ring and shakes his head at Dustin as the crowd continue booing and begin chanting "Ass-hole! Ass-hole!" in the direction of Friedman.
"I mean look at ya' - You're a hot, greasy. sweaty mess! You know, Dustin.. I'd shoot you myself and put you out of your god damn misery but the truth is.. I quite like seeing you suffer! In case you didn't know already- I just don't like and it's that simple! WAIT! Are you crying Dustin?! Did the Englishman hurt you?! Aww, diddums! You guys, Dustin is upset! Aww, are you going to cry, Dustin?! Are you going to.." - MJF
As MJF was speaking he started edging closer and closer, motioning that Dustin was crying. MJF though of course would have to push and step to far and it resulted in Dustin repaying the slap from last week as he paint-brushed the hell out of MJF knocking him down and sitting him on his ass as the crowd popped.
The footage from the video then changes once again, and now we see a fired up Dustin after slapping MJF across the face and the words that followed after an interview with Chris Van Vliet..
Dynamite - 16, Oct, 2019.
"I'll tell you this though Chris, for the longest time I didn't like who I was.. I really didn't, so I can't blame someone else for not liking me. But here's the thing, I've accepted who I am. I've had my issues, I've done some crazy shit, Chris. I'm not proud of a lot of what I've done. BUT, I've been living the dream of this business for decades! I've won major honours, I've wrestled and had some of the biggest matches in history. I'm a DAMN RHODES for crying out loud and that means SOMETHING in this business!" - Dustin Rhodes.
Dustin speaking with real passion. Clearly the words from 'MJF' have been getting to him and he's venting during the interview as Van Vliet allows him to carry on talking.
"MJF? I couldn't even tell you who he was, Chris. Where's he from? What do those three letters even stand for.. and that's my point, to someone like MJF, I've had it all and he wants it.. but I've STILL.. GOT.. IT! And I'm not giving it away! I'm not done just yet and I've heard that this guy has some talent, he's perhaps a star of the future but I've warned him to not disrespect my family's name and if he does it again.. I'm coming for him! Because OVER MY DEAD BODY will anyone.. ANYONE, disrespect my Fathers name!" - Dustin Rhodes.
Dustin looks up and appears to mouth "I love you" before tapping Chris on the shoulder and thanking him before he attempted to leave the interview area.
When.. BAM! 'MJF' blasts Dustin from behind and knocks him down. Like a rabid dog Friedman pounces all over Dustin with kicks and punches before telling Chris to get the hell out of here! 'MJF' then takes off his scarf before wrapping it around the throat of Dustin and choking him out in the interview area. Dustin begins flailing his arms around wildly, his breathing fading, his face now a purple like color as Maxwell tightens the grip before finally releasing the scarf and tying it around his neck and shoulders once again.
"Oh no, no, no, NO DUSTIN! I'm coming for you! You're DONE! It's MY TIME!" - 'MJF'
Maxwell then fixes his shirt and cuffs before grabbing the microphone which was dropped on the floor by Chris before leaving.
"I missed All Out, left off the card! The hottest man in the business! There ain't no way you're doing that to me this time. Dustin, I'll see you at Halloween Havoc! Oh.. And the Khan Family? I want you to know that when I beat this ole' dog and I put him down.. I want his wages! And you know why? Because I am BETTER than him.. AND YOU ALL KNOW IT!!" - 'MJF'
Friedman then throws down the microphone before kicking Dustin once more square in the face and leaving the interview area to end the segment.
The package then jumps a little to Halloween Havoc - Dustin Rhodes vs 'MJF' where Dustin looks set to win before the 'Friedman Family' would arrive in the form of Aria Blake & Alex Hammerstone to cause the distraction, interfere and gift Maxwell Jacob Friedman the victory! This leading to present day, Diamond Dallas Page wanting to step in and teach 'MJF' some respect - Only to be beat down, Dustin making the save and the two coming back together to challenge 'MJF' & Alex Hammerstone to a match tonight at Revolution!
AMMEEERRIIICAAAAANNN... DREEEAAAAAAAAMMM!
** RECORD SKIPS **
BETTER THAN YOU!
With the crowd originally popping at the theme of the Dream, or at least the vocal from the start to avoid copyright from the WWE; They're now bubbling with anger and booing as the cocky and always arrogant Maxwell Jacob Friedman steps out from behind the curtain with a smirk across his face, pointing out towards the crowd like he 'got them' with Alex Hammerstone & Aria Blake in tow laughing and playing up to his antics as they walk across the ramp and towards the ring.
THE NATRUAL!
Next up and it was the turn of Dustin Rhodes & Diamond Dallas Page! Dustin stepping out from behind the curtain first and the crowd cheered as they noticed his attire, the red replaced with a yellow face paint and the pattern on the singlet attire of course, polka dot. "DDP" then followed behind in typical energetic fashion! Dropping the Diamond sign and representing his long time friend Dusty with a polka dot headband and classic NWA Dusty shirt. They're not alone though as behind them was Brandi Rhodes! Brandi also in yellow, a polka dot skirt and yellow vest top as the trio hugged at the top of the stage, pointed up to the heavens before walking the ramp and heading to the ring as the match was on!
Tag Team Match.
Dustin Rhodes & Diamond Dallas Page W/ Brandi Rhodes vs The Friedman Family (MJF & Alex Hammerstone) W/ Aria Blake
Summary:
The ring bell sounded and the match was on but it started with nothing but mouth and antics from 'MJF' who demanded that Dustin Rhodes start the match with him. Dustin all too happy to accept as he walked right up to 'MJF' and looked down at him. 'MJF' facial expression then changing, Dustin looked pissed and ready to explode when Maxwell would slap him out of nowhere, and like a true chicken shit heel ran towards his corner tagging in 'beef mountain' Alexander Hammerstone! 'MJF' then smirking on the ring apron and telling Dustin to back away as he tried to chase him, only to be greeted face to face with Hammerstone. Dustin looked Hammerstone up and down and without a second thought... BANG! A big right hand followed by another and the fight was on! Dustin knocking back Alex Hammerstone with each strike before dropping down and throwing up an uppercut that knocked Hammerstone down and sent him fleeing out of the ring as Aria Blake & 'MJF' gathered around him and began a quick huddle perhaps to discuss some final tactics and strategy as the match rolled on.
The match clock ticked around the seven minute mark, and the match was full of shenanigans - 'MJF' & Hammerstone slowing the match down and using any underhanded tactics every time the veterans got going with momentum to the despair of the crowd as the Referee tried to maintain control. At this point; 'MJF' was in the ring with Diamond Dallas Page. 'MJF' kicking a downed 'DDP' as he tried reaching out to Dustin to make the tag. 'MJF' mocking him, even going as far to mock Dusty with the shuffle before ripping away the NWA Dusty shirt off the back of Dallas Page, wiping his ass with it before throwing it into the crowd. The boo's raining down on Maxwell Jacob Friedman as he smirked and soaked it all in. 'MJF' then dragged up Dallas, trash talking to him before attempting to slap the WCW icon across the face when...
"DIAMOND CUTTER! DALLAS PAGE WITH THE DIAMOND CUTTER! THAT'S TAKING ME RIGHT BACK, JIM!" -
Tony Schiavone
"MAXWELL GOT WHAT WAS COMING TO HIM, TONY! WASTING TIME, AND HE GOT CAUGHT WITH THE DIAMOND CUTTER! DDP NEEDS TO MAKE THE TAG!" -
Jim Ross
Following the Diamond Cutter out of nowhere! 'DDP' began to drag himself across the canvas. The crowd stomping their feet and clapping, anticipating the arrival of the HOT TAG! Dustin Rhodes stomping on the steel steps and calling out for Dallas who inch by inch is edging closer.. When, it arrives! The tag is made and the Baltimore crowd explode into life! Dustin bursting through the second rope with the intention of finally getting his hands on 'MJF' who is now on his knees already pleading at an oncoming storming forward Dustin Rhodes. Dustin explodes with a slap! Slapping the taste right out of the mouth of 'MJF' before dropping down with ground and pound, letting Friedman have it with both barrels! Lefts & rights to the face as 'MJF' tries to cover up with the crowd cheering on 'The Natural' Dustin Rhodes!
"DUSTIN IS BEATING FRIEDMAN LIKE A GOVERMUNT MULE! THAT PENT UP ANGER AND AGGRESSION! THE DISRESPECT, AND HE'S GIVING IT ALL TO MAXWELL JACOB FRIEDMAN RIGHT HERE!" -
Jim Ross
Dustin continues laying into Friedman and the crowd are loving it! Cheering as the name of 'Dusty! Dusty! Dusty!" rings out around the Royal Farms Arena! Dustin clocks Alex Hammerstone entering the ring and reacts quickly; cutting him off with a big right hand, and following up with another one clocking the big man against the ropes before taking a step back and sending the big man tumbling over with a clothesline to the outside! Dustin then turns back to 'MJF' who's using the ropes to get back to his feet and lines up a right hand when Aria Blake enters the ring, dodging the Referee and running in front of 'MJF' who grabs her; using her as a shield to keep distance from Dustin Rhodes.
"Now what the hell is she doing in the ring? Somebody get this damn jezebel out of here!" -
Jim Ross
"She's standing up for her man, Ross.. What's wrong with that?" -
Taz
"Oh come on, Taz! We're trying to have a match here- Gimme a break!" -
Jim Ross
Dustin pleads with the official to get Aria Blake out of the ring but 'MJF' is holding on to her, using up every second he can to recover when Brandi Rhodes on the outside has seen enough! Brandi entering the ring and without any hesitation runs at Aria Blake taking her down with a spear as the two ladies roll to the outside fighting as the Referee turns to watch them, asking them to break it up before demanding that both are banished to the back for the match to continue! This was all the distraction needed though as 'MJF' punted Dustin in the lower-region as Rhodes cried out in agony! It was about to go from bad to worse for Rhodes though as Hammerstone re-entered the ring and smashed into Dustin with a huge lariat clothesline! 'MJF' then picking up Dustin and taking full advantage with the.. HEAT SEEKER! Dustin's head ploughed into the canvas from the rope assisted piledriver - hooking the legs and covering! One! Two! Three!
Friedman Family (W) - 12:09 Match Time.
"That DAMN good for nothing.. Rotten, BASTARD! He's just stole one!" -
Jim Ross
"It's called getting the JOB.. DONE! And the Friedman Family have got the job done again!" -
Taz
Justin Roberts attempts to enter the ring to confirm the winners but before he can put one leg in-between the rope to step in; Hammerstone cuts him off - demanding he step down before he and 'MJF' then turn back to Dustin and begin beating him down! Kicking him repeatedly as Dustin tries to cover up. DDP then slides back into the ring, despite being clearly fatigued but before he can do anything; Hammerstone was once again there to cut him off - jumping on him with a double-axe handle smash across the back before picking him and slamming him back down to the canvas with the NIGHTMARE PENDULUM!!
Baltimore are heavily booing, telling the Friedman Family they suck but it makes no difference. Aria Blake now entering back into the ring and even she joins in - the Family now kicking Dustin who's unable to stand. Brandi Rhodes then enters and she's clearly emotional; diving onto Dustin in an attempt to cover him and stop the attack and it works for a moment before 'MJF' goes even too far for him! Grabbing Brandi up by the hair and dragging her up as she begins to scream. 'MJF' trash talking Brandi and berating the Rhodes name as Aria Blake then slaps Brandi Rhodes across the face.
"COME ON NOW! ENOUGH IS ENOUGH!" - Jim Ross
"THIS IS RIDUCULOUS, JIM! SOMEBODY! ANYBODY! STOP THIS!" - Tony Schiavone
KINGDOM!!
Baltimore pop as the theme of the 'American Nightmare' blares from the speakers, and enough is enough! Cody Rhodes running out onto the stage, tearing off his suit jacket and tie bursting towards the ring and entering with intent as the Friedman Family immediately split and exit the ring. Cody pacing around the ring; fired up, kicking the ropes and begging them to get back in and fight as 'MJF' just smiles and shakes his head - wagging his finger before the Friedman Family turn away and exit through the side of the rampway.
Back in the ring and Cody grabs his Wife; hugging her tightly before looking at her deep in her teary eyes and asking if she's okay before both then checking on Diamond Dallas Page & Dustin Rhodes. The scene ending with a furious Cody, red in the face, staring at the stage back at the onlooking Friedman Family as the commentary team suggest this is not over, and they've just angered the 'American Nightmare' of the Rhodes Family!
A vignette plays and we see a battle commencing. Soldiers with swords and shields, cutting down their enemies and battling to the death. Among the battle is a blizzard, a winter storm swirling around the battling soldiers. Blood being spilled across the icy surface and snow below.
The war scene comes down to one man, standing alone, his army fallen, death and blood around him among the ice and snow. Five men standing opposite and opposing him. The blizzard coming in deep and strong as the opposing men shout to give up now, and they will spare him.. they've only come for the ring!
The one man opposing who was slightly hunched over, clearly fatigued and injured - stands back up. Drops the bear fur cape he was wearing and draws his sword once more with his left hand before displaying his right hand in the air - the footage zooming in on his hand as we can now see a gold glistening ring with a frost like diamond in the middle. The blizzard now seemingly circling the air and area where the ring has been raised.
Suddenly the Five opposing soldiers attack! Swords swinging as the one man blocks and fights back! He cuts down two, spilling their blood to the floor before blocking one more and cutting another down! One of the remaining opposing men then the grab the lone fighter as the other slashes his sword and cuts the ring bearers hand clean off as the blood spurts, and the hand slides across the ice as the ring falls from the now dead and cold fingers onto the ice! The lone solder manages to fight back though; killing the two remaining men before doing his best to walk to the ring. The loss of his hand bleeding out as he falls to his knees. He attempts to crawl and with his one remaining arm tries to grip the ring again but the lone solider dies..
The blizzard now gets stronger, covering the dead soldiers and blood splattered across the battlefield as well as the ring which we see one last shot of the frost diamond glistening before being taken by the blizzard. The video then changes and we now see a Texas news centre in modern day warning of a blizzard approaching Corpus Christi, Texas!
The video then moves forward and we see Corpus Christi being engulfed in ice! The blizzard coming in as it completely takes over the American Bank Centre turning it almost into a snow fortress as the ice covers around it. In the eye of the blizzard is a large sparkle! We then see inside the American Bank Centre where an AEW ring is set up. The ring draping with icicles and frost. In the centre of the ring is a throne and on the arm of the throne we see the same sparkle that was in the eye of the blizzard; the large frost Diamond ring glistening in all it's glory. We then hear a narrator, his voice rasp and elderly.
"It is said thou' who carries the ring, will be blessed with wealth and opportunity! But the ring is wanted by many, and can only be worn by one.. WINTER IS COMING!" -
Narrator
American Bank Center – Corpus Christi, TX / December 18, 2019
"Winter is Coming, Folks! Tony, more news to come, is that right?" -
Jim Ross
"That's correct, Jim! This coming Dynamite! We will be in Charlotte! North Carolina! At Bojangles Coliseum, and we hope to see you all there!" -
Tony Schiavone
"Exciting times to come in All Elite Wrestling! And let me tell you, I've heard some whispers gentleman, and this is just the start! Stick with us! It feels damn good to be All Elite!" -
Taz
Attention then turns back to ringside where Justin Roberts is ready in the ring to announce the next match up! It's the 'Mexican Sensation' Daga! Vs the mixed martial arts undefeated athlete in 'Big Hurt' Jake Hager!
I GOT EM' HURT!!
First down and it's the menacing - 'Big Hurt' Jake Hager! Hagers attire MMA themed with sponsors and MMA gloves to match. Hager grimacing as he flashes the mouthguard and lets out an explosive roar as the pyro blazes around the stage. Behind him is the cocky and arrogant Sammy Guevara! Sammy wearing a 'Big Hurt' MMA tracksuit and carrying a towel and a water bottle like a member of Hagers coaching team as the duo confidently walk across the stage and to the ring.
"3 STRAIGHT WINS IN MMA! Two via Submission! Arm-Triangle Choke! NO LOSSES in All Elite Wrestling! UNDEFEATED in all competition! 'BIG HURT' IS NO JOKE! I hope Daga, and Konnan no what they've got themselves into tonight!" - Taz
WHERE I NEED TO GO!!
Next up and it's the turn of Daga! However after a few seconds of his theme playing - The Mexican is nowhere to be seen, and the camera catches up backstage. We see Daga and Konnan speaking.
"Yo! Yo, kid! Daga, mi amigo! Look hermano, you know I got you.. And we be ridin' this together against these bitches! Jericho, Hager & Sammy! But when Hager put his hands on me.. He disrespected me! And he got a receipt comin' his way, homie! That receipt is on his way! So, I need to wait.. and you need to go out there and make our people proud, you hear me ese? Get that dub hermano!" - Konnan
Daga nods his head before shaking the hand of his mentor Konnan and embracing in a bro-hug. Daga then walks from 'gorilla' and to the stage area, heading to the ring. The camera stays with Konnan for a few more seconds, the veteran smirking like he's got an ace up his sleeve before the shot returns to ringside where the match is about to begin!
"Interesting! I guess this young man, Daga! Is going it alone! Good luck to the kid. He's been nothing but impressive since arriving from AAA on this Global Talent Exchange!" -
Jim Ross
Singles Match - 'Big Hurt' Jaker Hager W/ Sammy G vs Daga
Summary:
The ring bell sounded and Hager stood menacingly in his corner, flexing and posturing, perhaps attempting to make himself look even bigger and get in the head of the much smaller Mexican, Daga. Daga though was completely unfazed - Charging at Hager and leaping with a foremarm! BOOM! Daga nailed the big man with a flying forearm before then unleashing rights and lefts, followed by strikes to the body as 'Big Hurt' covered up in the corner as Sammy attempted to fire him up!
"Look at the heart on this kid, Daga! He's taking it right to 'Big Hurt' Jake Hager!" -
Tony Schiavone
Daga was fired up! Continuing the attack! Hager able to break the strikes and push Daga back - Only for Daga to leap forward again with another strike! The Baltimore crowd with the underdog Daga! His name being cheered and he's feeding off the energy with every strike. 'Big Hurt' once again breaks up the attack - Pushing Daga back once more but this time when Daga tries to drive forward - Hager drops to one knee, explodes off the canvas and wraps his arms around Daga before sending him flying across the ring with an explosive German suplex! The energy in the crowd sucked away from them with one explosive Suplex! Hager now bouncing up and down on the balls of his feet - Shouting at Daga to get up! The Mexican stumbles back up, looking slightly dazed and holding the back of his neck but before he can react.. SMASH! 'Big Hurt' running through Daga like a truck with a gruesome looking clothesline knocking the Mexican back down to the canvas!
"Daga pissed him off, gentleman! Now he's about to pay the price! 'Big Hurt' about to destroy this kid and send him packing to AAA - back to Mexico!" - Taz
"BIG-TIME GERMAN SUPLEX FROM HAGER! FOLLOWED BY THAT NASTY CLOTHESLINE; BAH-GAWD!" -
Jim Ross
Daga had his bell rung and for the rest of the match, it was like a game of cat and mouse. Hager often seemed to be toying with Daga - Throwing him around the ring with will and explosive ability. Sammy on the outside mocking Daga, jumping up on the apron to fan down 'Big Hurt' with a towel and offering him some water as Daga kept getting back up for more! The Mexican admirably showing no quit and continued trying to fight - battling like the under-dog he is and the crowd continued trying to support him but the end looked near with Hager seemingly in complete control.
With the match clock around the 7th minute; Hager was posturing around Daga. The Mexican trying to stay on his feet but Hager would strike in and out. Shots to the kidney's and kicks to the legs - a real 'MMA' breakdown of his opponent as Daga was now really struggling. Daga showed one final flash of brilliance - Hager holding Daga and mocking him for a bit too long as he tried to set up the Uranage! Daga able to reverse and bring down Hager to the canvas with a hurricarana! Daga & Hager both then rushing to the feet with Daga looking to sunset flip over the big man and go for the cover; Hager though grips the throat of Daga, brings him up, and then smashes him back down to the canvas with a powerbomb! Hager then finishing the match with a brutal Uranage set up before latching in the Arm Triangle Choke! Daga began to struggle and squirm but everyone knew what was coming next! Daga forced to tap out as Hager cranks up the pressure and the Mexican yells out in agony as Hager remains undefeated in MMA and in All Elite Wrestling!
'Big Hurt' Jake Hager (W) - 08:37 Match Time
"ANNDDD YOUR WINNER VIA SUBMISSION! 'BIIIGGGG HUUURRTTTT' JAKE! HAGER!" -
Justin Roberts
Roberts announces Hager victorious but is then quickly ushered out of the ring by Sammy Guevara who's now entered and begins to attack Daga! Using the coaching towel to wrap around the Mexican's throat and begin to choke him further as 'Big Hurt' Jake Hager watches on. Referee Official Mike Posey attempts to break it up but Hager menacingly threatenss to hurt him. The crowd forced to watch on as Sammy now lays boots into Daga!
"Enough is enough! Now, come on! Is this really needed? You won the match, Hager! We get it!" - Jim Ross
"Sending a message, Ross! Not just to Daga, not just to Konnan, but to everyone in All Elite Wrestling that 'Big Hurt' - Sammy & Jericho are not to be messed with and this punk kid bit of more then he could chew by challenging the big man tonight!" -
Taz
Attention then turns to the stage where Konnan has come out carrying a microphone. Hager & Sammy glancing up at the veteran as they now grab a lifeless Daga and begin to showcase him to his manager, mocking that he can't do anything about it with Konnan at no age or shape to be getting into a fight. Konnan though while clearly looks pissed off at first, grabs the microphone and begins to speak.
"Yo! Yo! Listen up you BIG BITCH! You and your perro, you gon' pay for this! I told you, you made a mistake laying your hands on me, Jake! Ese, I don't play in these streets! You forgot.. I been in this game a long, long time! And sometimes you gotta' wait for the moment, homie! Your receipt is comin' Hager! You gringo's running around here like you bad? like you a gang? Well we Mexican! Viva La Raza! We turn to blood.. We turn to familia when we in trouble and the nephew just arrived to handle business!" - Konnan
Konnan then drops the microphone and turns towards the entrance of the stage. Intrigue building as Hager & Sammy are looking around, shrugging, maybe expecting a bluff from Konnan. However this was no bluff and as Jim Ross would remark..
"BUSINESS HAS JUST PICKED UP!" -
Jim Ross
Baltimore pops as CAIN VELASQUEZ stomps out from the entrance and onto the stage. Cain ripping off his top before hugging Konnan as the duo begin walking down the ramp; headed to the ring! Hager looks in shock, shaking his head in complete surprise. Sammy looks panicked - asking Hager "What now?" with Hager just staring back. Cain reaches the ring and it's on! Hager stands behind Sammy and gives him a little nudge to attack first. Sammy stares back, wide eyed, asking - "are you crazy?" - but Hager is unrelenting and tells him to do it! Sammy charges at Cain but it's a complete suicide mission and the former UFC Heavyweight Champion smashes Sammy with a right hook! Sammy selling the strike like he's been knocked out cold as he falls backwards and the crowd all gasp in shock before cheering.
Hager now staring with his mouth open, looking down at Guevara who is motionless. "Get up! Sammy, get up!" shouts Jake but it's a waste of time - He is out for the count. Cain then motions for Hager to come get some as the crowd are anticipating these two MMA warriors exploding into a FIGHT! However, Hager backs away, exiting the ring and dragging Sammy with him as Cain just stares a hole through him. Konnan now in the ring checking on Daga as we see Hager & Velasquez staring back at each other one more time before the show moves on.
After a quick commercial of some upcoming dates for the next month of AEW; Dynamite! We're backstage with 'Le Champion' Chris Jericho! The AEW World Champion watching what we've just witnessed with Sammy being knocked down, and Hager backing away from a debuting Cain Velasquez!
"CAIN VELASQUEZ?! WHAT THE HELL IS HE DOING HERE; THIS ISN'T THE UFC!" - Chris Jericho
We then see on the TV screen, replays of the right hook from Cain that knocked Sammy out cold. After the second replay, Jericho grimaces and covers his face. Laughter can then be heard as a voice says..
"OUCH! That's going to leave a mark" - ???
Jericho then spins around and see's the face of a smirking CM Punk with his arms folded and wearing the official Referee's shirt for tonight's Main Event. Jericho's face now one of a disgust as he stares at the Referee top, perhaps the final realization that the match could well be in the hands of his enemy - CM Punk.
"What do you want, Punk? Huh? Can't you see this is a bad time for me. My friend, the beautiful Spanish sex god; Sammy Guevara was just attacked by someone who doesn't even belong here! Why are you here? I've got a match to prepare for in case you didn't know, Phillip!" - Chris Jericho
CM Punk smirks once again before jokingly grimacing as a another replay of the punch is shown on the TV monitor behind Jericho. Punk then starts laughing before Jericho furiously spins around, grabs the controller and switches of the TV before spinning back around to Punk and getting in his face.
"What's this really about Punk, Huh? You coming in here, the Referee gig, hanging around Dynamite, getting involved in my business. You jealous, Punk? What's the matter? Jealous that I'm still the BEST IN THE WORLD AT EVERYTHING I DO! That I'm still at the top, while you've become everything you've always hated. A has-been never was hanging around the boys, trying to stay relevant, picking up an easy pay cheque.. Is that what you've become, huh? You don't even have a contract here, Punk. Why don't you just turn back around - get out of my locker room! Get out of 'Le Champions' company and go back home to little AJ and reading your comic books before I have enough of the games, and I really hurt you.." - Chris Jericho
Punk's expression changes after the scathing words from a now smirking Chris Jericho. Punk's posture now completely changed too, his arms unfolded, his fist's clenched - clearly some of that stung a little. Punk though rises above Jericho's words, doesn't react with actions and instead retorts.
"You know Chris, maybe you're right.. Maybe you're wrong. Truth is - tonight isn't about me! It's about that AEW World Championship! It's about you, and 'Hangman' Page! I'm just here to tell you, I'll be calling this match right down the middle. No bullshit. I don't like you, and you don't like me but this company isn't about screwy finishes and I'm not letting these fans go home without a clear and deserving winner tonight. So, you do your job, and I'll do mine! Oh.. and should you provoke me. Should you touch me.. Well, I won't think twice about putting your ass to sleep.. Ya' dig, Chris?" - CM Punk
Jericho facial expression changes on the final words of Punk. Punk then turns to walk away, but just when Jericho was about to say something else - Punk spins back around and speaks again..
"Ohhh.. Excuse me, Chris. I almost forgot. Your buddies? Hager & Sammy? Yeah.. Tell them to take the rest of the night off because they're banned from ringside! Good luck, Jericho!" - CM Punk
A smiling CM Punk then leaves the room as Jericho is frantically shaking his head in disagreement.
"No! You can't do that Punk! You can't do that!" - Chris Jericho
The scene coming to a close with Jericho telling the camera crew to get out before slamming the door behind him as the footage returns to ringside.
"No love lost between Jericho & Punk, fellas! A lot of history and a deep rivalry between these men for sure but one thing is correct; tonight is all about the AEW World Championship!" -
Jim Ross
"Correct, Jim! That match to come folks! Up next though, it's time for the ladies! The Decay led by Rosemary have had a strangle hold on this Women's Division since the incarnation of AEW! But tonight, Allie, Hikaru Shida & Kylie Rae look to fight back and avenge their friend - Dr Britt Baker!" -
Tony Schiavone
Footage is then shown on the big screen. A vignette with a dark and airy tone, showcasing the strangle hold the Twisted Sisterz; Holidead & Thunder Rosa, along with the AEW Women's Championship have had on the company since debuting at All Out in August - Holidead & Rosa helping Rosemary to win the Championship in the AEW Women's Casino Battle Royal. The vignette then shows the Decay, tormenting and almost driving Britt Baker insane - Kylie Rae trying to help in parts but falling victim too.
The vignette then skips and we see Rosemary vs Baker at Halloween Havoc! Bakers head hitting against the turnbuckle, causing a concussion but Rosemary continuing the attack! The Referee forced to stop the match. Shida taking a stand against the Decay and causing them to flee. We then see the news that Baker is out with concussion before the vignette changes and a more positive tone appears. Shida, Kylie Rae & Allie agreeing to team for the better good of the Division and to take a stand against the Decay! The vignette then ends.
Six-Women Tag Team Match.
Decay (Rosemary & Twisted Sisterz) vs Kylie Rae, Hikaru Shida & Allie.
Summary:
The Baltimore crowd were mixed at the start of this match, some behind the baby faces in Rae, Shida & Allie while some in awe and intrigue at the Decay; Holidead, Rosa & AEW Women's Champion; Rosemary! The match started with Shida stepping forward and calling out the Champion Rosemary to start the match too. Rosemary wagging her finger and smiling before Thunder Rosa entered the ring. The ring bell then sounded and instantly the two ladies clashed. Rosa & Shida exchanging strong forearms and strikes in the middle of the ring as the crowd were along for the ride. Rosa blocking a strike from Shida, firing back with a knee to the stomach before looking to land with a super kick! Shida catching the kick - chopping away the leg of Rosa before returning a knee of her own to the stomach of Rosa and landing a axe kick to the back of Rosa's head and going for the first cover of the match! One! Two!
"Kick-Out from Thunder Rosa on two! This match has started with real venom and fire!" -
Tony Schiavone
Shida stays on top of Rosa, beating her with forearms to the head before dragging her up and whipping her into the face corner of the ring. Shida then pointing towards Rosemary, clearly trying to send a message before running at Rosa with intent and leaping with a high knee to the face of the Latina! Shida then tagging in Allie who scales to the second rope and leaps off with a leg drop to the throat of Rosa and scrambles for the cover! One! Two! Kick-Out! Rosa again kicking out but the momentum currently with the faces who rile up the Baltimore crowd who respond with cheers.
The match clock ticks on and the momentum is still with the faces until Allie makes a mistake. Allie taking too much time to hook Rosa up in a powerbomb attempt, only for Rosa to sweep the legs of Allie and come back down with a double foot stomp! Rosa's feet driving into into the chest of Allie. Rosa then drags Allie into the corner of the Heels and all three ladies have their way with Allie. Rosa, Holidead & Rosemary taking it in turns to enter the ring and stomp Allie. Beating and kicking her down, stomping at various body parts of Allie as each lady lets out a howling scream as they scream "DEEECCAAAAAYYYY" and continue the assault.
"Allie in BIG trouble here, Gentleman! The Decay have stomped all the momentum away and are now in complete control here!" - Jim Ross
Rosemary is now the legal woman in the match and she begins to stalk around Allie. Allie hurting after the attack as she tries to drag herself across the ring - Shida & Kylie trying to drum up the crowd once more, stamping on the steps and trying to make some noise, a small attempt to keep Allie in spirits to reach them for the tag. Rosemary is like a hyena though, as she's staring at an injured deer who's a long way from home. Rosemary grabs Allie by the hair, pulling up her face by grabbing her chin before laughing as she then slams Allie's face into the canvas with a real thud. Rosemary then turning to Shida & Kylie Rae with a smile before turning back and laying into Allie with more repeated kicks! Rosemary then dragging up Allie and bringing her back down to the canvas with an Exploder Suplex! Rosemary then does something completely unexpected - clutching up Allie and dragging her into the corner of the faces. Rosemary then begins to tell Kylie Rae to get in the ring and then begins to mock her - asking where the Doctor is as she begins to laugh. Tilting and holding her head, mocking Britt Bakers concussion as Kyle Rae who is normally all smiles - Isn't smiling. Kylie holds out her hand and Allie after a few seconds musters the strength to make the tag and Kylie Rae is in!
Kylie is all business with a serious look on her face and her fist's clenched as she mutters "This is for Britt" as she stares and goes face to face with the 'Demon Assassin' Rosemary. Rosemary remains unhinged - her hands behind her back as she offers Kylie the first strike as she smiles and laughs. Kylie looks around at the Baltimore crowd and they begin to cheer - urging Kylie on and it works! SMACK! Kylie Rae fires with a right hand and doesn't let up, knocking back the AEW Women's Championship with a strike and follows up with a few more before running the ropes and knocking down the Champion with a drop kick before scrambling to her feet and demanding that Rosemary stand back up and fight! Rosemary though has now rolled out of the ring and the Decay has regrouped on the outside. Rosemary holding her jaw as she now stares back at Kylie with wide-eyes and with a real hint of disdain across her face.
"Rosemary looks PISSED! Kylie Rae fired up and took her shot - but she might come to regret that fellas because the Decay have regrouped and look ready to attack!" -
Taz
Taz is correct - The Decay have regrouped and they enter the ring as one, charging at Kylie Rae with a 3 on 1 attack before Hikaru Shida enters and begins to help Kylie. The brawl then continues as Allie has also entered the ring and suddenly the teams are level as Referee Official Aubrey Edwards tries to maintain some order but the match is out of control, and the crowd are here for the ride!
With the match clock ticking around the 10 minute mark - we re-join the action with all six ladies now starting to feel the effects of the match as the action has bounced back and forth. As it stands, Kylie Rae and Shida are down. Both ladies thrown into the crowd barriers on the outside by Holidead & Thunder Rosa. Hikaru Shida is left alone, on her knees in the ring as she looks up at Rosemary now standing on the ring apron. Rosemary is joined by Holidead & Rosa, the Decay unified as they stand on the ring apron as stare back at Shida who struggles to her feet but motions for the Decay to come and fight. Rosemary then points at Shida and begins to whisper to Holidead & Rosa, perhaps some final instructions.
"You have to think Rosemary is thinking about Shida coming down at Halloween Havoc and stopping the further attack on Britt Baker right here - Revenge appears on the cards, and this could be bad-bad news for Hikaru Shida!" - Jim Ross
Rosemary then barks the orders! Shouting "YOU WILL DEEECCAAAAAYYY" at Shida before the Twisted Sisterz enter the ring but Shida holds her own. Firing first with some impressive kicks and a back spinning elbow knocking down Rosa. Shida then begins to fire away with forearms - each one knocking Holidead back a little more as the crowd are chanting - "SHIDA! SHIDA! SHIDA!" in support. Rosemary though is lying in wait, stalking and she waits almost as if she's in the shadows and spins an unexpected Shida around before letting out a manic crazed like scream and spraying a RED MIST!
Shida though moves, and the Red Mist hits Holidead who yells out in agony, the mist blinding the one Twisted Sister as Rosemary shakes her head knowing she's messed up. Rosemary then turns around and Kylie Rae nails Rosemary with a SUPER KICK! Kylie Rae then rolling out of the ring on top of Rosemary as she lays into the leader of the Decay with strikes and punches. Back in the ring and Shida spots Holidead trying to rub the mist from her eyes as she falls to her knees. Shida then runs the ropes before sprinting towards Holidead and exploding with the.. Ōhōri no Tamashii! The running single leg high knee knocking out Holidead and sending her rolling out of the ring. We're now down to the two legal ladies - Shida & Thunder Rosa! Shida then turns her attention to Rosa. Shida picking her up and looking for a Falcon's Arrow but Rosa reacts - gauging at the eyes of Shida who's forced to release her before Rosa boots Shida into the stomach and picks her up with a FIRE THUNDER DRIVER!!! Shida's head being drove into the canvas as Thunder Rosa hooks the legs and goes for the cover! One! Two! Three!
The Decay (W) - 13:08 Match Time.
"ANNDD YOUR WINNERS! HOLIDEAD! THUNDER ROSA! AND ROSEMARY! THE DEEECCAAAYYY!" -
Justin Roberts
The Decay come out victorious but there's no doubting they were made to fight for the victory. Shida, Kylie Rae & Allie regroup in the ring disappointed and defeated while The Decay make their way back up the ramp. Holidead still trying to rub away the mist from her eyes while Rosemary grabs Thunder Rosa by the chin. Rosemary seemingly overjoyed that Rosa stood up and got the victory for the team, especially after her mistake and begins to hug Rosa. The attention firmly on Thunder Rosa who impressed through out the match and will now be the talking point with the commentary team suggesting that the Twisted Sisterz, and more so Thunder Rosa have shown they're more then lackeys to Rosemary and there strangle hold on the AEW Women's Division continues despite the best efforts of Allie, Shida & Kylie Rae.
Jim Ross asks "Who can stop the Decay?" as we get a final shot of Rosemary holding up the AEW Women's Championship with Holidead & Thunder Rosa kneeled before her, straddling a leg each as they look back at Kylie, Shida & Allie in the ring with smiles across their faces after the victory.
The camera cuts back from a commercial advertising the AEW Unrivalled wrestling figures and back to ringside where Tony Schiavone is now stood in the middle of the ring with a microphone.
"Baltimore, I hope you're enjoying Revolution and thank you again for being here for another historic event brought to you by All Elite Wrestling!" - Tony Schiavone
The Baltimore crowd at the Royal Farms Arena give a quick pop for the acknowledgement from Tony.
"Earlier this evening I announced on the pre-show that we had some BREAKING NEWS for Revolution! For the first time since Halloween Havoc, we will hear from Kenny Omega.. TONIGHT! And he's invited Jon Moxley to join him via satellite with a proposition for him! Baltimore! AEW fans! It's my pleasure to announce that we can now go live via satellite with both Kenny Omega & Jon Moxley! Gentleman! Welcome to Revolution!" - Tony Schiavone
Kenny Omega & Jon Moxley then appear on the big screen to cheers and chants from the crowd. Both Mox & Kenny sporting cuts and bruises from their brutal 'Lights Out' match at Halloween Havoc. Kenny & Moxley both appear to be streaming life from their homes as Tony says the floor is there's and hands over to the 'Cleaner' Kenny Omega before leaving the ring and heading back to the commentary desk.
"Thanks, Tony! Hello, Baltimore! And hello to you, Jon! Thanks for joining me.." - Kenny Omega
Before Kenny can say anymore, Jon rolls his eyes and scrunches up his face before jumping in and taking over the direction of the conversation.
"Do you think we could skip the pleasantries Kenny? What's this about? Have you come to congratulate me on me beating you at Halloween Havoc like I said I would? Have you come to acknowledge that at Halloween Havoc you walked into my beautiful violence and looked across at me and knew when you looked in my eyes, you seen a uncaged animal no longer held back by the system, free to come and do as I please with nobody to stop me. This is just the start Kenny boy, and sadly, you were just the first.. It wasn't personal" - Jon Moxley
Kenny smiles as Mox finishes speaking. Omega then shakes his head and laughs before retorting.
"It's funny you say that, Jonny. Here's the thing, you say it's not personal.. and maybe it isn't to you, but the truth is.. it is to me. You see Jon, from the moment you showed up and attacked me.. this is all I've thought about. It's consumed me quite honestly. You've made me doubt myself, you've made me question who I am.. You even made me think that I was still Kenny Omega of Japan, the Cleaner! Untouchable! And the truth is.. I was kidding myself thinking that I could step in to your wheel house and beat you at your own game.
I'm not a violent man like you Moxley! I'm not a sick and twisted individual who gets a kick out of making people bleed and suffer inside that ring. No - what I am Moxley is the BEST DAMN WRESTLER IN THE WORLD! In between those ropes, rules applied, one on one, I am the BEST! So here's the thing, Jon. You beat me at your game.. now I challenge you to beat me at mine! We do this one more time - what do you say?" - Kenny Omega
Mox smiles before scratching his chin and thinking on the words of Omega.
"You sound desperate, Kenny. You sound like a man who's clutching at still being THAT guy. You sound like a man who saw me come in and started to worry that I was about to change the game! I'm the paradigm shift of this game we call wrestling, Omega. You can call your friend Uncle Dave up and tell him to stick his stars up his ass because I'm here to hurt people! I'm here to make people suffer! You think I care about having the best match? I don't care! So I ask you.. Why do I want to beat you at your game, when I've already made you bleed and scream, Kenny? I've already beaten you!" - Jon Moxley
Kenny nods his head and reaches down the side of his char and grabs a bag - almost like he was already expecting that answer from Jon Moxley.
"You know Moxley, I had a feeling you was going to say that. You BEAT me. You're right. But you want me to suffer and cause pain? Then you can't do that with a chair or kendo stick, Jon - not really! I LOVE this business Jon and I LOVE.. WRESTLING. Wrestling is what I DO! And I DO IT BETTER THEN ANYONE ELSE! So you want to make me really suffer, Jon? Then on December 22nd - Mexico City, Mexico! AAA and AEW will be holding a special event where some of the best talents in AAA will face some of the best of All Elite Wrestling!" - Kenny Omega
The crowd pop at the shock announcement from Kenny Omega that AAA & AEW will be hosting a joint event in Mexico City, Mexico! Kenny then holds up the bag and reaches in pulling out a Championship belt.
"I'll be there, Moxley. AAA Mega Champion! And AAA have said that I can pick my opponent. So how about it, Mox? One more dance! Me and you! You want to make me suffer, right? Come and take my Championship, beat me at my own game in Mexico with the world watching! What do you say, Mox?" - Kenny Omega
The crowd are cheering with some
"YES! YES! YES!" chants breaking out as Jon Moxley appears deep in thought in regards to Omega's challenge. Moxley then nods and retorts.
"Temptation! Temptation! You've got me intrigued, Kenny! I can smell the desperation. You NEED this win. You think this is going to be some kind of redemption arc don't you, Kenny? I'll admit Ken, you earned a little bit of my respect at Halloween Havoc! You walked into hell and you stood toe to toe with a bloodthirsty unhinged lunatic that drove your head through the stage set and now you're back here asking for more? Maybe you're the lunatic and not me.. Kenny.
But you're right.. The chance to beat you at your own game, take away your Championship and watch you spiral. That excites me! That makes my body tingle. The hairs on the back of my neck are standing up as I think about standing over you, holding that Championship in the air as you're left a broken man, your spirit crushed. You want to take that gamble, Kenny? I've got nothing to lose and everything to gain. Plus, the truth is.. I quite like punching your face, Kenny. You're on! I'll see you in Mexico!" - Jon Moxley
The crowd pop as Jon Moxley accepts the match and the live camera swings over to a jubilant commentary team who are excited by the announcement and the match up of Omega vs Moxley II.
"HUGE NEWS, Gentleman! It's looks like we're heading to Mexico!" - Jim Ross
"Huge news indeed, Jim! And folks, I'm just hearing in my ear that this match has now been signed off by Tony Khan and he will be in talks with AAA to fill the rest of the card in the coming weeks. Omega vs Moxley II - Gentleman, I can't wait for this one and it's going to be for the AAA Mega Championship!" -
Tony Schiavone
The graphic appears on the titan Tron for the first time as the Baltimore crowd cheer at the thought of watching Omega & Moxley clash once more, this time in Mexico for the AAA Mega Championship as the show moves on with Justin Roberts ready to announce the next match of the evening!
"This next match is set for one fall, and will be contested for the A! E! W! WOORLLDD TAG TEAM CHAAMMPIONSHIPS!" -
Justin Roberts
A small video package then plays on the big screen. We see footage borrowed from the likes of IMPACT wrestling and Ring Of Honor showcasing both the Young Bucks, Chris Daniels & Franke Kazarian in their younger days rising up through the ranks and making their mark on the industry! The footage then shows the four men playing pivotal roles in the formation of All Elite Wrestling and the obvious respect and friendship that both teams have for each other in and out of the ring.
We then see the announcement of the Tag Team Championship tournament. Young Bucks beating opponent after opponent and making they way to the finals, defeating LAX and becoming the inaugural AEW World Tag Team Champions at Halloween Havoc! On the same show, we see SCU of Kaz & Daniels winning a pre-show four way tag team match earning their shot at the Young Bucks tonight. The footage then ends.
"A whole lot of respect between these two teams, Gentleman! Make no mistake though - with the AEW Tag Team Championships on the line, both sides are going to be going all out for the victory!" -
Jim Ross
"Respect and friendship goes out of the window when the straps are on the line, Ross! I can speak about that personally and who knows, with the problems that SoCal Uncensored have been having - This could very well be their final chance because it's to the back of the queue if they lose tonight!" -
Taz
AEW Tag Team Championship Match.
The Young Bucks (C) vs SoCal Uncensored (Kaz & Daniels)
Summary: First down was Frankie Kazarian & Christopher Daniels. Their usual swagger and act as they called Baltimore the best city to win some AEW Tag Team Championships! While everything appeared fine - there was no Scorpio Sky after his victory earlier perhaps still indicating that all is not okay? Next was the Bucks! Nick & Matt Jackson entering the stage in their usual extravagant fashion. The money falling down from above as they walk across the ramp and head to the ring. The Bucks attire bright with frilly trousers while sporting some new Young Bucks merchandise tops and headbands. The two teams now in the ring as Justin Roberts finishes the announcements. The Two teams then stand opposite each other as Referee Official Earl Hebner holds up the AEW World Tag Team Championships! The two teams embrace with a handshake sharing a final show of respect before the ring bell sounds and the match is on!
Back and forth the match went with both sides trading momentum. The match a throwback from Kaz & Daniels keeping up the pace with the Young Bucks and even at times leading the match with their experience coming into play as they took on the more heel role. Cutting off the ring and interchangeable quick tags to keep each other fresh as they stayed on top - looking to secure the Championships with some close call pin-falls, but Nick & Matt Jackson kicked out each time before the three. As things stand, Frankie Kazarian & Matt Jackson are the legal men in the ring. Matt Jackson in the corner of the turnbuckle after another close kick out. Frankie runs across the ring and like a missile launches into a corner seated Matt Jackson with a drop kick! Kazarian driving his boots into the face of Jackson before leaping back up with an impressive kip up! Kazarian then keeping the pressure on, pulling Matt up by his hair and bringing Jackson back down to the canvas with a picture perfect Michinoku Driver II - Hooking the legs for the cover!
"KAZARIAN WITH THE MICHINOKU DRIVER! COVER! COULD BE OVER HERE!" -
Jim Ross
"ONE! TWO! THRE-NOOOOOOOO! MATT JACKSON AGAIN KICKING OUT!" -
Tony Schiavone
Earl Hebner throws up a two signal to the timekeeper as Kazarian looks on, perhaps slightly surprised. Confirmation that Matt Jackson was able to get his shoulder up in time. The former Bad Influence duo have been impressive here; In a lot of ways dominating the match and rolling back the years, but seemingly unable to get the job done. Kazarian stands back up, slightly more fatigued but pushes on - pulling up Matt Jackson off the canvas who responds with a forearm to the face! Kazarian then instantly throws one back as both men trade in the middle of the ring. Frankie able to block one before whipping Matt into the ropes and looking to back body drop him to the canvas. Instead Matt Jackson showing his ability as he back slides across Frankie before firing with a side kick to the stomach of Kaz as he turns around. Matt then leaping onto the back of Kaz and bringing him down to the ring canvas with the impressive..
"CODE RED! CODE RED FROM MATT JACKSON!" -
Taz
The move made famous by the Amazing Red is enough to send the Baltimore crowd into a frenzy as both Kaz & Matt Jackson are now both down on the canvas. Kaz & Matt after a few seconds begin to stir and start crawling towards their respective corners. The Baltimore crowd making noise, almost encouraging both teams on as Kaz makes the tag first! Christopher Daniels bursting through the ropes, charging towards Matt who now also makes the tag and the speed of the match quickens with the arrival of Brother; Nick Jackson!
Nick spring boarding from the apron to the top rope and leaping off with a front somersault that catches Daniel's perfectly with a sit-out face buster! Daniel's being driven face first into the canvas. Nick Jackson kipping up, and then nailing an in-coming Kazrian with a super kick! BANG! The Super-Kick rocking Kazarian and causing him to fall down to one knee. Nick then runs the ropes and smashes Kaz with a shining wizard! Kazarian rolling out of the ring right after the collision and leaving the path clear for Nick Jackson to stalk Chris Daniels who begins using the ropes to attempt to stand back up after the planted sit-out face buster. Daniels who is now in the corner is greeted by a step-up high knee! Nick driving his knee into the jaw of Daniels before gripping his head in a headlock and running with him before planting him back down with a Bulldog! Nick then hooks the legs and goes for a cover as Earl Hebner drops down and starts the count..
One!
Two!
Thre-Noooooo!
Kazarian at the last second leaping across the ring and breaking up the count with an axe-handle dive to the back of Nick Jackson. Kazarian then looks to keep the pressure on - dragging up Nick and levelling him with a swinging neck-breaker! Matt Jackson then enters the mix once more and looks to strike with a super-kick! Kazarian though catching the leg, and flipping Matt Jackson who manages to land on his feet in an incredible show of agility. Kazarian & Matt staring at each other - almost in an appreciation before Kaz runs at Matt and looks to take his head off with a clothesline that Matt is able to duck. Kaz then bouncing back of the ropes and Matt catches him with a Northern Lights suplex! Matt follows it up by floating over with multiple in the ring as the Baltimore crowd begin to clap and cheer the ability once again on display.
Matt lands the last Northern Lights Suplex and flexes for the crowd, the usual Young Bucks pose before turning to see Christopher Daniels back up. Daniels nailing Matt Jackson with a super-kick of his own! Daniels catching Jackson as he falls down with an exploder suplex. Daniels then turns back to the legal Buck in the match; Nick Jackson. Daniels steps across Nick and begins climbing the turnbuckle. With Daniels positioned on the top rope - the crowd are anticipating what's coming next...
"B! M! E! BEST MOONSAULT EV- NOOOOOOO!" -
Tony Schiavone
IT'S A SUPER-KICK PAAARRTTYYYYYY! A spot to remember that will go down in AEW history as Christopher Daniels attempted a BEST MOONSAULT EVER! In mid air - Matt Jackson would scramble up and would dig down deep before nailing Daniels with a SUPER-KICK!! Daniels landing and fallen awkwardly to the canvas in a heap as Nick Jackson rolled out of the way. The Baltimore crowd "OHHHHH!" and chant "HOLY SHIT! HOLY SHIT!" as the Referee checks on Chris Daniels anticipating a serious injury. The Young Bucks are now back up together and they anticipate Kazarian coming - reacting first with a double hip toss followed by a double back handspring into a stereo dropkicks to the face Kazarian taking him out of the match with the N'SYNC!
Attention then turned back to the legal men. Matt & Nick now looking at each other before staring back at Daniels who's still getting checked over by the official. There's a clear cause of worry with the Bucks perhaps not wanting to attack Daniels knowing he's still down - but they clearly want to win the match. They wait a few seconds for Daniels to push Hebner away and try to stand right into a.. SUPER-KICK PAARRTTYYYYY! Double super-kicks to the jaw of Daniels knocking him down. Matt then drags up Daniels and scoops him into a tombstone like position for Nick to come off the ropes from the outside, springing off the top rope with a somersault spike kneeling reverse piledriver!
"MELTZER DRIVER! THE BUCKS WITH THE MELTZER DRIVER!" -
Jim Ross
The crowd pop for what appears to be the final nail in the coffin of any chance of 'SCU' winning the match and that proves to be the case. Nick Jackson then hooking the legs for the cover as Earl Hebner drops down and scrambles to count the pinfall. One! Two! Three!
The Young Bucks (W) - 17:09 Match Time.
"ANNDDD STILL! YOUR A! E! W! WORLD TAG TEAM CHAMPIONS! MATT AND NICK JACKSON! THE YOUNG BUUUCCKKSSS!" - Justin Roberts
The crowd cheer for the match on display and in appreciation for all four men as the Young Bucks are handed their AEW Tag Team Championships! They pose and hold them up for the world to see for a brief period before noticing that Chris Daniels is still down as Kazarian confides him. Matt & Nick then going over to check that Daniels is okay as they shake hands and hug with Frankie Kazarian & Chris Daniels as all four men walk to the back together with the Baltimore crowd cheering. The two teams stand together at the top of the stage as the commentary put over both teams and say that AEW has the best tag team scene in the industry and both of these teams just showed why before Revolution moves on.
