WWE 2019: No Wildcards

[Roy Mustang]

London Calling:
September 29th:
London, England

Kick-off show:

Recap of the key events that took place on the pre-show:

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The kick-off show has some segments with the pre-show panel hyping up the PPV before we cut to the New Day locker room as Kofi Kingston is sat down staring off into the distance as Xavier Woods and Big E approach him.

Xavier Woods: Listen Kofi, I know you want to do this on your own but we want to be there to support you.

Big E: I mean we know you aren't one hundred percent. And who knows what the Revival are going to do.

Kofi gets to his feet as he looks at both of his friends and lets out a smile but there is a hint of sadness.

Kofi Kingston: Guys... I need to do this alone if I can.

Kofi turns to Xavier first.

Kofi Kingston: Orton is a monster who will target everyone he can close to me. He knows how to get to me. And I can't have either of you getting hurt on my behalf. Not again.

Big E: Kofi, we are happy to take that risk for you.

Kofi Kingston: But I'm not happy for you to risk your futures for me. You've both already done so much for me. You two are the reason I was WWE champion in the first place. And you two have another match to focus on tonight anyway.

Both men nod.

Kofi Kingston: Listen, you go out there and win the tag team turmoil match. Because once I'm done with Orton, I'm getting my WWE title back!

Kofi shares a hug with his friends as Big E breaks it.

Big E: We'll stay back here on one condition. If The Revival or anyone else makes their way out during your match, we come out and stop them? Deal.

Kofi nods.

Kofi Kingston: Deal.

All 3 members of the New Day let out a smile as the camera cuts away.

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*PRIMOS*​

Even the usually rowdy UK crowd doesn't react to this song as the former tag team champions Epico and Primo make their way out. Both men step into the ring as Byron Saxton and Corey Graves reminds us what is at stake for the winners of this match: a Smackdown tag team titles shot on the first-ever Smackdown Live on Fox!

*HEAVY*​

A much better reaction however for Heavy Machinery as Otis and Tucker make their way to the ring, slapping hands with the fans. Corey shows his usual disdain for Otis and even mocks his twitter posts about Mandy Rose saying he could never get a girl like that. Heavy Machinery steps into the ring as Tucker starts for Heavy Machinery whilst Primo starts for the former Shining Stars.

Number one contender's match for the Smackdown tag team turmoil match:

Heavy Machinery vs Epico and Primo​

Match summary: Epico and Primo try to keep up with Heavy Machinery but they are no match for the much larger team. Tucker stays in the ring pretty much the whole match and tosses Primo to the outside before lifting Epico into the air and planting him with a POWERSLAM to get the 3 count and eliminate Epico and Primo.

Winners via pinfall: Heavy Machinery (2:19)​

Tucker makes his way over to the corner of the ring and high fives Otis as Heavy Machinery remain fairly fresh after the first match.

*BEL CANTO*
*TRUE LOVE*​

A muted reaction as Aiden English and Mike Kanellis walk to the ring. Aiden English points at the ring as he trash talks the duo who he has problems with in recent times whilst Mike looks to recover after a quick loss to Drew McIntyre on Smackdown Live. Corey tells us on commentary these two approached Shane McMahon asking to be added to the tag team turmoil match as they see this as a chance to get their hands on gold. Aiden English steps into the ring starting for them whilst Tucker stays in the ring for Heavy Machinery.

Heavy Machinery vs Aiden English and Mike Kanellis​

Match summary: Aiden English and Mike Kanellis get a few shots in on Tucker but once again the big man is too much for the team he is facing wiping them out fairly easily. Tucker then makes the tag bringing Otis into the tag team turmoil match for the first time! This gets a loud pop from the crowd who love the fun-loving Otis. Otis hits both men with the CATERPILLAR ELBOW DROP! Otis then scoops Mike Kanellis into the air and plants him with the WORLD STRONGEST SLAM! Otis makes the cover and Heavy Machinery eliminates another team!

Winners via pinfall: Heavy Machinery (5:54)

*LUCHA LUCHA*​

A decent pop from the live crowd as Lucha House Party make their way out. They do their usual dance on the way to the ring. Heavy Machinery look at each other and realize this might be their first real challenge in this match. Gran Metalik starts for Lucha House Party whilst Otis stays in the ring for Heavy Machinery.

Heavy Machinery vs Lucha House Party​

Match summary: Lucha House Party start off the match at a fast pace which puts Heavy Machinery on the back foot early. Both of the luchadors make numerous hot tags as they look to overwhelm Otis in the ring. However, the larger man survives the quickfire onslaught and eventually makes the hot tag to Tucker bringing his partner into the match. Tucker has a little fight back but once again the pace of the Lucha House Party makes it hard for Heavy Machinery to survive having wrestled two matches already before this.

Lince Dorado even gets off the GOLDEN REWIND and makes the cover but Otis breaks it up saving the match! The match breaks down from there as Gran Metalik slides into the ring but Otis sends him over the top rope! Otis then takes Lince's head off with a clothesline! He turns to Tucker helping him up as both men nod. Otis lifts Lince Dorado off the mat as Tucker runs off the ropes and they connect with THE COMPACTOR! Otis rolls off as Tucker makes the cover 1 2 Otis cuts Gran Metalik off! 3! Heavy Machinery picks up another win!

Winners via pinfall: Heavy Machinery (15:08)​

Tucker gets to his feet and rolls to the corner as he and Otis talk about what they are going to do next. Lucha House Party meanwhile slide out of the ring, slightly disappointed as they came up short tonight against the larger men as...

Big E: Awwwwww London England, don't you dare be sour! Clap for your five-time tag team champions and feel the power!

*NEW DAY, NEW WAY*​

An insane pop from the live crowd as The New Day make their way to the ring. The commentary team put over their performances in the tag team division over the years and say the pair have had their eyes elsewhere but now they have a chance to get back to the top. Heavy Machinery meanwhile in their corner look exhausted having been through 3 matches and over 15 minutes of wrestling already tonight. Big E starts for New Day whilst Tucker leans on the ropes as the fourth match of this tag team turmoil match starts!

Heavy Machinery vs The New Day​

Match summary: Heavy Machinery do their best to compete with the veterans of the tag team division on Smackdown Live but having wrestled for 15 minutes already they struggle to keep up with the New Day. Otis does get back into the match and has a little flurry even looking like he is about to hit THE CATERPILLAR but Big E cuts him off with a SPEAR! Big E then takes care of Tucker as Xavier makes his way to the ropes and climbs to the top as he walks the ropes and hits Otis with LIMIT BREAK! Woods makes the cover 1 2 3! Heavy Machinery are finally eliminated!

Winners via pinfall: The New Day (19:28)​

Big E joins Woods back in the ring as they share a hug. Heavy Machinery get back to their feet in the ring as the pair look disappointed. Both men look at the New Day who offers a handshake that Heavy Machinery accepts! A nice pop as Heavy Machinery leaves the ring as New Day await their next opponents.

*MAKING MOVES*
*NO WAY*​

No Way Jose and Titus O'Neil make their way out, followed by No Way Jose's usual conga line as the commentary put over the pair and say they have been picking up wins on Main Event over the last few months. No Way Jose steps into the ring starting for their team whilst Woods stays in the ring for The New Day.

The New Day vs Titus O'Neil and No Way Jose​

Match summary: No Way Jose and Titus O'Neil do their best but they are no match for the experienced tag team of The New Day. Big E and Xavier Woods use their experience to defeat the new tag team as Big E puts away Titus O'Neil with the BIG ENDING for the win!

Winners via pinfall: The New Day (22:01)

*SOUTHERN PROUD*​

A massive mixed reaction from the smarky crowd in the UK as the Revival make their way to the ring wasting no time. The New Day both nod as they get ready for a proper fight against their rivals over the last few months. Corey Graves on commentary mentions The Revival are one of the few teams The New Day has never beaten in a two on two tag team match. Dash Wilder starts for the Revival whilst Big E stays in the ring for the New Day.

The New Day vs The Revival​

Match summary: Both teams put on a decent which I'm not going to write for a pre-show match. Throughout the match, The Revival isolate Xavier Woods and work over his leg as Big E can't help but watch. The Revival use all of their tricks to keep Woods isolated until Woods finally escapes and makes the tag bringing Big E back into the match! Big E runs wild and takes control of the match.

It looks like Big E might be able to pick up another win for the New Day as he looks to lift Dash Wilder up for the BIG BOOTY DROP (Powerbomb)! However, as that is going on Scott Dawson slides into the ring with a steel chair distracting the referee! This allows Dash to rake the eyes of Big E and hits him with a CODEBREAKER! Dawson quickly dumps the chair and lifts Big E up as they hit the full SHATTER MACHINE! Wilder makes the cover 1 Woods slides into the ring but Dawson takes out his leg! 2 3! The Revival steal the win!

Winners via pinfall: The Revival (32:50)​

Boos from the UK crowd as The New Day slide out of the ring. The Revival though ain't done as they attack The New Day on the outside of the ring getting even more boos from the crowd until...

*LOADED*​

The Hardy Boyz make their way out getting a thunderous pop from the live crowd as they sprint to the ring and take the fight to The Revival. Both teams end up in the ring as the referee calls for the bell with Jeff Hardy the legal man fighting Dash Wilder whilst Matt attacks Scott Dawson on the outside!

The Revival vs The Hardy Boyz​

Match summary: Matt Hardy is quite noticeably still “broken” as he even bites Scott Dawson on the outside before making his way back to the ring apron. The Revival does their best to overcome the legendary tag team but they are too tired from their battle with The New Day and in the end Matt Hardy hits THE TWIST OF FATE on Dash Wilder whilst Jeff takes out Scott Dawson on the outside and The Hardy Boyz win!

Winners via pinfall and new number one contenders for the Smackdown tag team titles: The Hardy Boyz (38:08)​

A loud pop from the live crowd as the Hardy Boyz now have the chance to become 9-time tag team champions. On the outside, The Revival look angry as they shake their heads, disappointed to have missed out on a Smackdown tag team titles shot tonight. In the ring, Matt Hardy breaks away from Jeff and starts doing the DELETE DELETE taunt! All of the fans inside Wembley stadium join in as Jeff Hardy watches on shaking his head but smiling as the Hardy Boyz are one match away from getting back to the top of the tag team division.

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The last segment of the kick-off show before we get to the main show shows Pete Dunne in his locker room getting ready for his Intercontinental title match with Luke Harper. We see him putting the mouth guard in as he gets ready to head to the ring as he stops and lets out a rare smile. The camera pans over and we see why as TRENT SEVEN from British Strong Style is stood there. Trent smiles as he looks at Pete Dunne.

Trent Seven: Hello Peter.

Pete Dunne: Trent.

Trent Seven: You finally made it.

As Trent says that we see TYLER BATE walk into the room with a cast around his leg. He is still recovering from the broken leg he picked up at an indy event (EWR injury).

Tyler Bate: Good luck man.

Tyler sticks his fist out offering Pete a fist bump which the Bruiserweight take a moment to accept. Pete Dunne then gets his game face on as he leaves his friends in the locker room and heads towards the ring. We cut back to the pre-show panel who tells us up next we will have Luke Harper vs Pete Dunne for the Intercontinental title to start London Calling off!

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Main show:

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After seeing the opening video package for the PPV we cut to ringside and see the usual setup when WWE is in the UK. There is a black cab on one side of the stage and a red police box on the other. We then cut to the commentary team of Bryon Saxton and Corey Graves who welcome us to a packed show in London, England inside Wembley Stadium!

*SWAMP GAS*​

Luke Harper makes his way out first, rare for a champion but due to this being Pete Dunne's home country an exception has been made. Commentary put over this match as Luke Harper entering enemy territory. Luke Harper has a blank cold stare as he walks to the ring. He gets a mixed reaction from the live crowd with some of the more smarky fans still cheering for the champion as he steps into the ring.

(because his progress theme over his WWE one any day)​

And if there was a roof it would blow off the stadium as the Bruiserweight Pete Dunne slowly walks to the ring, coming out to the above song for the first time in his WWE career. He has to resist the urge to smile at the reaction as he slowly walks down the ramp, staring at Luke Harper in the ring. The commentary team put this over as one of the biggest matches in Pete Dunne's short career. Once inside the ring Harper and Pete Dunne stare each other down, with Harper towering over Dunne. Both men back off as the referee then calls for the bell and this match is underway!

Intercontinental title match: Luke Harper (c) vs Pete Dunne​

Both men take a moment to size each other up once the bell rings. Luke looks to the fans cheering and smirks as he charges at Pete Dunne looking to take his head off but Dunne ducks underneath and grabs the arm of Harper looking to bring him down to the mat! Dunne grabs Harper's hands and looks to SNAP THE FINGERS EARLY! However, Harper punches Dunne in the face sending him backwards, saving his fingers!

Dunne stumbles back as Harper gets to his feet annoyed and looks to connect with a big boot but Dunne counters with a dragon screw leg whip catching the champion by surprise! Pete Dunne then jumps into the air and hits Harper with a double foot stomp to the chest! Dunne makes the cover 1 Harper powers out! Dunne gets to his feet as he runs off the ropes and connects with a basement dropkick. Dunne makes another cover 1 Harper powers out again!

Dunne looks to go after the arms and work over the joints of Luke Harper as he tries to manipulate the joints! Harper though once again is too fresh and overpowers Dunne sending him backwards! Dunne charges back in but Harper lifts him into the air and tosses him across the ring with an OVERHEAD BELLY TO BELLY SUPLEX! Dunne's back bounces off the mat, as Harper takes a moment to compose himself.

Dunne stumbles back to his feet as Harper sends him into the corner of the ring with a massive big boot! Dunne's back bounces off the turnbuckle as Harper charges in and connects with a clothesline in the corner! Harper isn't done there as he hits Dunne with 3 more of them as he looks to batter Dunne in the corner of the ring! Harper drags Dunne off the mat and plants him with a fallaway slam! Harper makes the cover 1 2 Dunne kicks out!

Harper bends down to the mat and starts laying in several punches to the head as he looks to wear down Pete Dunne. Harper follows it up by hitting a standing elbow drop as he makes the cover again! 1 2 Dunne kicks out! Harper licks his lips as he starts to take control. He drags Pete Dunne off the mat as he goes for snake eyes but Dunne escapes sliding behind Harper!

Luke Harper turns around and gets met with a superkick to the face! Dunne then runs off the ropes and connects with a lariat causing Harper to stumble so Dunne follows up with a forearm smash to the face sending Harper down to the mat! Dunne makes the cover 1 Harper kicks out again! Dunne reacts to this by laying in a few wild punches as he tries to keep the monstrous Luke Harper down for a moment.

Harper rolls over as he looks to get some room away from Pete Dunne but Dunne isn't letting Harper get any breathing room and just starts stomping the shit out of Harper! Dunne is laying in the stomps really looking to wear down Harper as the crowd cheers him on! Pete Dunne then grabs hold of Harper's legs and arms as he locks him in a Romero stretch!

Pete Dunne starts stretching and pulling on the arms/legs of Harper wearing down the big man. Pete Dunne keeps it on for a good 20 seconds before rolling him back onto his front. Dunne releases the arms and hits Harper with a DOUBLE KNEE STOMP! Harper clutches his left knee as Dunne looks at the leg and makes his way over to it looking to carry on the attack but Harper clocks him in the jaw!

Harper gets back to his feet as he slightly favors his left knee as he grabs hold of Pete Dunne lifting him into the air and plants him with a scoop slam! Harper makes the cover 1 2 Dunne kicks out! Harper looks annoyed as he grabs hold of Pete Dunne and looks to lock in a camel clutch however Dunne counters and locks in a TRIANGLE CHOKE! Dunne is showing off his submission skills here as he locks it in tight on the champion!

Harper struggles in the hold for a while but refuses to let Dunne choke him out as he lifts Dunne into the air and hits him with a BUCKLE BOMB FORCING DUNNE TO RELEASE THE HOLD! Dunne has to slump in the corner for a moment as Harper rolls out of the ring selling the damage done by the chokehold. Harper leans on the apron as Pete Dunne gets to his feet and climbs to the top rope before flying off as he hits Harper with a MOONSAULT PLANCHA TO THE OUTSIDE!

Pete Dunne gets back to his feet getting loud cheers from the crowd as he starts trying to get Harper back into the ring but as he lifts him up off the mat, the larger champion starts fighting back! He grabs hold of Dunne and Irish Whips him into the steel steps sending Pete Dunne's back bouncing off it! Harper grabs hold of Dunne as he lifts him into the air looking to slam him onto the apron but Dunne counters by BITING THE ARM OF HARPER!

A cheap but signature move from Dunne which gets cheers from the UK crowd familiar with him. In the ring, the referee gets to a 4 count before Dunne releases. Harper can't help but grab his arm after that wild attack. Dunne follows it up with a superkick sending Harper to the floor. Dunne then climbs onto the ring apron before diving off onto the chest of Harper hitting him with a DOUBLE FOOT STOMP!

Dunne gets back to his feet as he slides in and out of the ring breaking the count. Pete Dunne grabs Luke Harper and this time rolls him into the ring as he makes the cover 1 2 Harper powers out! Dunne this time looks to grab the left knee of Harper sensing a weak spot from earlier in the match and locks in a single leg boston crab on the champion!

Harper struggles in the submission hold for a bit but with his right leg, he kicks Pete Dunne off sending the Brit backwards. Harper rolls to his feet selling the damage before catching Dunne with another lariat! Harper makes the cover 1 2 Dunne kicks out! Harper lifts Pete Dunne off the mat and tosses him across the ring with a belly to back suplex! Dunne ends up near the corner as Harper charges in and crushes him in the corner with a body avalanche!

Harper presses Dunne in the corner using his size to his advantage squishing Dunne a couple of times as the referee warns Harper to take it out of the corner. Harper backs away for a moment before he starts peppering the chest of Pete Dunne with several knife-edge chops to the chest! The referee gets to a 4 count and has to warn Luke Harper about his actions. However, Harper glares at the referee and gets in his face menacingly!

Harper turns back around as he looks for another knife edge chop but Pete Dunne suddenly catches Luke Harper's hand! He holds it in place for a few seconds before BITING LUKE HARPER'S FINGERS! Now it's Pete Dunne's turn to be told off by the referee but the Bruiserweight doesn't care, knowing he needs to do whatever it takes to gain an edge over his larger opponent!

Harper moves away from Pete Dunne clutching his hand after the bite but Dunne doesn't stop there connecting with a dropkick sending Harper down to the mat. Dunne makes the cover 1 2 Harper kicks out! Dunne though as soon as the kick-out happens grabs the right arm of Harper and looks to manipulate his joints. He twists the arm back and gets Harper's hand in position as he goes to SNAP HIS FINGERS...

But Harper desperately fights back with a HEADBUTT sending Dunne backwards! Dunne is a little staggered as Harper follows up with a couple of punches to the head forcing Dunne to the mat! Dunne rolls away as Harper takes a moment to get some feeling back into his right arm favoring his hand. Dunne is back on his feet though as he looks to hit Harper with a clothesline but Harper counters planting him with a SPINNING SITOUT SIDE SLAM! Harper makes the cover

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Dunne kicks out!​

Luke Harper is a little frustrated that Dunne won't stay down as he gets to his feet and makes his way to the corner of the ring as he sizes Pete Dunne up looking for the DISCUS CLOTHESLINE! Harper spins around looking to take Dunne's head off but the Bruiserweight ducks out of the way just in time! Harper turns around as Dunne smashes him with a FOREARM SMASH TO THE FACE! Dunne then grabs hold of him hitting him with a BRIDGING GERMAN SUPLEX!

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Harper kicks out!​

Pete Dunne gets to his feet as he looks at Harper on the mat and once again looks to go after the left knee he was targeting earlier in the match! He lays in a couple of stomps on it before locking in an INVERTED FIGURE FOUR LEGLOCK! Pete Dunne starts yanking back on the left leg of Harper looking to force a tap out tonight! Harper is in a lot of pain as he tries to reverse the hold but Dunne has made sure he has it locked in tight! Harper though makes it to the ropes forcing a break! Dunne holds on till the count of 3 before letting go!

Luke Harper struggles on the mat as Pete Dunne takes a moment before running back to Luke Harper and just starts stomping on Luke Harper in a wild and aggressive fashion to the delight of the live crowd! He then grabs the right leg looking to bring Harper back to the center of the ring but as he does Harper throws a punch with his right hand sending Dunne back!

Harper though is forced to grab hold of his hand giving Dunne a chance to recover! Dunne looks to go for a kick to the chest but Harper grabs it and connects with a LEG-HOOK SUPLEX! Harper then turns around as he lifts Dunne off the mat and plants him with a SIT-OUT CHOKEBOMB! Harper makes the cover 1 2 Dunne kicks out! Harper looks annoyed as he yanks Dunne off the mat and looks to end this hitting a CHOKESLAM WITH HIS LEFT ARM! Dunne makes the cover

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Dunne kicks out!​

Harper tilts his head as he glares at Pete Dunne on the mat who refuses to stay down! Harper makes his way over to Pete Dunne and hits him with several punches using his left arm! He pulls Dunne up off the mat as the referee tells Harper off but Dunne fights back laying into Harper with several punches! He puts Harper on wobbly legs as he connects with a step-up enziguri! Dunne runs off the ropes but as he runs back Harper goes for the DISCUS CLOTHESLINE... BUT DUNNE CATCHES THE ARM AND LOCKS IN A ROLLING CROSS ARMBREAKER!

Dunne has the hold locked in tight as he starts wrenching back on the right arm! Harper meanwhile is struggling to get to the ropes due to the damage done to his left knee throughout the match! Harper tries to roll over as he gets slightly free but Dunne grabs hold of HARPER'S FINGERS!!! Harper tries to break free but it is no use as Dunne SNAPS LUKE HARPER'S FINGERS! Harper shouts in pain as Pete Dunne follows it up by lifting him into the air and connects with the X-PLEX! Dunne makes the cover

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Harper kicks out!​

Pete Dunne sits next to Harper and nods as he knows what he is going to have to do to win this match. He grabs hold of Luke Harper as he looks to lift him off the mat and go for the BITTER END. He gets the right arm trapped but Harper fights back with his left arm and starts elbowing Dunne in the head till he lets go! Dunne stumbles back as Harper hits a lariat causing Dunne to fall back into the ropes. Dunne bounces back as HARPER HITS A DISCUS CLOTHESLINE WITH HIS RIGHT ARM! Harper however due to the damage done throughout the match has to take a moment to recover. The champion then slowly crawls into the cover

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DUNNE KICKS OUT!​

The crowd goes wild at this point as Pete Dunne finds a way to survive! Luke Harper meanwhile glares at the referee holds his hand up indicating 2! The referee stands firm as Harper turns to Pete Dunne and looks to end this! He grabs hold of Pete Dunne as he looks to for a RUNNING POWERBOMB but can't get full grip due to damage done to his dislocated fingers!

He stops for a moment before grabbing his own fingers and snaps them back into their sockets! The crowd wince in pain as Harper makes his way back to Dunne and looks to lift him up again but this time his left knee gives out! Harper drops Dunne a second time who this time lands on his feet and smashes Harper with a FOREARM SMASH! Dunne then grabs Harper and lifts him into the air for the BITTER END! Dunne makes the cover

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PETE DUNNE HAS WON THE INTERCONTINENTAL TITLE IN HIS HOME COUNTRY!

Winner via pinfall and NEW Intercontinental Champion: Pete Dunne (17:58)​

Pete Dunne doesn't get to his feet straight away as the fans in attendance are going wild! He finally rises to his feet as the commentary team put over how big a win this is for Pete Dunne on his Smackdown PPV debut! The referee passes Pete Dunne the Intercontinental title as The Briuserweight places it between his teeth in signature fashion as the UK crowd starts up a “YOU DESERVE IT” chant. On the outside meanwhile, we see Luke Harper staring at Pete Dunne in the ring. He is walking with a limp and holding his right arm, as he can be seen mouthing this isn't over.

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We then cut backstage as Kayla Braxton is stood ready for an interview.

Kayla Braxton: What a way to start the show here in London, England. And my guest at this time is also looking to become a champion. Please welcome Ricochet!

A nice loud pop as Ricochet walks onto the interview set.

Kayla Braxton: Ricochet tonight, you have the biggest match of your career as you take on Roman Reigns for the WWE title. How are you feeling?

Ricochet smiles as he looks at Kayla.

Ricochet: I would just like to start off by congratulating Pete Dunne on his win just now.

A cheap but loud pop.

Ricochet: I know first hand how tough Luke Harper is and maybe one day I'll get to face off against Pete Dunne myself.

Ricochet lets out a cheesy smile before carrying on.

Ricochet: But you asked about me Kayla didn't you?

Yes, she did Trevor.

Ricochet: I'm feeling excited. Tonight I have the chance to become a hero to these people. Roman, you turned your back on the fans. The same fans that give us strength. That give us support. And when I beat you in that ring tonight, these fans will have a real hero.

Ricochet walks off getting a slightly quieter pop as these fans just had to listen to a Ricochet promo. We then cut back to the ring for the next match on the card.

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*WE RIOT*​

Ruby Riott makes her way out next and she is joined by her tag team partner Sarah Logan. Both women get mostly boos from the crowd but a few of the fans cheer for the Riott Squad as they step into the ring. Corey Greaves reminds us what happened about a month ago where the Riott Squad turned on Liv Morgan and kicked her out of their group.

*NAH NAH*​

Liv Morgan's music hits and she wastes no time as she power walks out and marches down the ramp! Bryon tells us this is a new Liv Morgan we are seeing tonight and wonders what she will do to Ruby Riott. Liv slides into the ring as Ruby smirks. The referee then calls for the bell and gets this match underway!

Liv Morgan vs Ruby Riott w/Sarah Logan​

As soon as the bell rings, Liv Morgan charges at Ruby Riott and hits her with a LOU THERSZ PRESS! Liv lays into Ruby with several hard punches as she looks to batter her former tag team partner in the early stages! Liv carries on the beating for a while as she finally gets to her feet. She grabs hold of Ruby who connects with a shot to the gut and rolls to the outside looking to get some breathing room!

She talks to Logan on the outside as Liv wastes no time as she follows Ruby to the outside looking to carry on the beating! Ruby though wants no part of Liv and hides behind Sarah Logan! Logan glares at Liv daring her to attack but Liv tries to go around instead. This distraction allows Ruby to take advantage as she sneak attacks Liv, sending her crashing down to the floor! Boos from the crowd for the cheap shot but Ruby doesn't care as taunts the crowd!

She grabs Liv by the hair and sends her into the barricade with a thud! Ruby smirks as she gets her boos and presses Liv's head against the barricade. Ruby bends down grabbing Liv and tosses her into the ring apron! Ruby grabs Liv Morgan and rolls her back into the ring. Ruby starts laying into Liv Morgan with a few stomps on the mat before hitting her with a penalty kick to the chest! Liv falls to the mat as Ruby makes a weak cover 1 2 Liv kicks out!

Ruby grabs hold of Liv Morgan as she lifts her former friend off the mat and plants her with a snap suplex! Ruby makes another cocky cover 1 2 Liv kicks out! Ruby at this point looks at Ruby and starts working over her former friend on the mat as she grinds Liv down. Liv tries to fight back but Ruby looks to make sure her former friend stays grounded. Ruby though would get cocky as Morgan rolls her up! 1 2 Ruby rolls through 1 2 Liv kicks out but Ruby catches her quickly with a soccer kick to the head!

A close scare for the leader of the Riott Squad but once again she takes control of the match! Ruby peppers Liv with several kicks before lifting her off the mat one more time and plants her with a tilt-a-whirl DDT! Ruby makes the cover 1 2 Liv kicks out! Ruby smirks again not taking Liv seriously as she grabs Liv by the chin and says “the real you is just a loser” which is one taunt too many as Liv slaps Ruby in the face!

Ruby stumbles back as Liv looks fired up! Liv runs off the ropes and connects with a hurricarana sending Ruby into the corner of the ring! Liv follows it up by running into the corner and connects with a monkey flip! Liv makes her way to the top rope and flies off hitting Ruby with a DIVING CROSSBODY! Liv makes the cover 1 2 Ruby kicks out!

Liv gets a decent pop from the crowd as she grabs hold of Ruby looking to lock in a guillotine choke but Ruby fights her off with several HEADBUTTS! Liv is on wobbly legs as Ruby bounces off the ropes hitting a TORNADO DDT! Ruby makes the cover 1 2 Liv kicks out! Ruby looks annoyed that Liv won't stay down as he gets to her feet and looks to end this. She drags Liv Morgan up and runs off the ropes going for the RIOT KICK BUT LIV MORGAN DOES A MATRIX STYLE EVASION AVOIDING THE MOVE!

Ruby turns around taken by surprise as Liv plants her with a MAT SLAM! Liv makes the cover 1 2 Ruby kicks out! Liv gets back to her feet and takes a moment before hitting a STANDING MOONSAULT! Liv makes the cover again 1 2 Ruby kicks out! Liv nods and knows what she has to do to finish this. She grabs Ruby and sends her into the ropes with a hurricarana! Liv runs off the ropes on the other side of the ring and looks to go for ObLIVion...

BUT SARAH LOGAN GRABS RUBY'S LEG STOPPING LIV FROM HITTING IT PROPERLY! Liv falls to the mat as the referee tells Logan off for her actions. Liv tries to go for the move again but Ruby counters with an STO planting Liv Morgan! Ruby looks to end this as she climbs to the top rope setting herself up before flying off and hits Liv withWE RIOT (Diving senton)! Ruby makes the cover

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Winner via pinfall: Ruby Riott (5:59)​

Boos from the crowd as Ruby Riott gets to her feet having picked up the win over her former best friend thanks to Sarah Logan at ringside. Sarah Logan slides into the ring as Ruby smirks and hugs her partner. The pair leave the ring as Liv Morgan comes to and looks upset as she stares at her former best friends. Ruby and Sarah taunt Liv from the entrance ramp as Morgan mutters to herself pounding the mat, having been this close to revenge. We then cut to a video package showing the highlights of Charlotte vs Asuka at Wrestlemania.

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*CATCH YOUR BREATH*​

An insane pop from the UK crowd as Finn Balor makes his way out to the ring in his signature leather jacket. He takes his time to pose for the crowd and has his fun with the fans. As he steps into the ring, the commentary team put over how this rivalry began and Finn will be looking to shut Daniel Bryan up even if it is for a short amount of time.

*FLIGHT OF THE VALKYRIES*​

Another massive pop as the smarky crowd can't help but cheer for Daniel Bryan as he makes his way out to the ring joined by Erick Rowan who has Daniel's planet champion belt in his hands. Daniel Bryan meanwhile has a microphone in his hand as he walks to the ring.

Daniel Bryan: I should thank you people for your ovation.

The crowd carries on cheering for Bryan who starts to shake his head.

Daniel Bryan: But that would make me as fickle as you people!

The crowd are unsure how to react as Bryan starts pointing his finger at sections of the crowd.

Daniel Bryan: When I was still making a name for myself you would boo me but now I'm a star you want to cheer me? You people are fickle! FICKLE FICKLE!

Erick Rowan behind Bryan shakes his head.

Daniel Bryan: And what makes you fans here even worse is how you look down on Americans.

Brits mocking Americans? We would never

Daniel Bryan: You people are just as bad at protecting the planet. Just look at the Thames!

And those cheers when Daniel Bryan first came out are now loud boos as Bryan carries on his rant.

Daniel Bryan: It is full of rubbish and pollution just like the rest of your country! Hell, your country literally invented the machines that pollute the environment!

Daniel Bryan now steps into the ring as Balor leans on the ropes waiting for Bryan to stop talking.

Daniel Bryan: And just like Finn, you are ungrateful. You don't show respect to the people who paved the way. Finn, I'll show you why you should be thanking me!

Daniel Bryan tosses the microphone out of the ring as the referee checks with Finn if he is ready to start the match. The referee then calls for the bell to get this match underway!

Daniel Bryan w/Erick Rowan vs Finn Balor​

Both men meet in the center of the ring as they lock up and battle for control. Bryan looks to take Balor down to the mat and grind down the prince. He locks in a headlock as Bryan taunts the crowd. He tries transitioning to the YES LOCK but Balor counters and looks to go for an armbar! Bryan though is ready and gets his feet to the bottom rope forcing Balor to release the hold.

Balor lets go straight away as he backs away. Bryan gets back to his feet as he looks to lock up with Balor again but Balor instead catches him with a kick to the right arm sending Bryan back slightly. Balor then connects with a dropkick sending Bryan into the corner of the ring! Balor quickly follows it up by charging at Bryan and starts laying into him with several knife-edge chops to the chest!

Bryan though fights back and starts laying into Balor with a few chops of his own fighting out of the corner! Both men lay into each other getting cheers from the crowd but Balor wins out pressing Bryan back into the corner! Balor then smashes Bryan in the face with a forearm smash causing Bryan to slump in the corner of the ring! Balor quickly follows it up with a hesitation dropkick! Balor pulls him out of the corner 1 2 Bryan kicks out!

Balor would get to his feet as he looks to lay into Bryan with a few kicks to the chest. He runs off the ropes and goes for a soccer kick but Bryan avoids it and grabs hold of Balor's right leg hitting him with a dragon screw leg whip! Balor falls to the mat as Bryan goes for a HEEL HOOK but Balor kicks him off! Balor goes to grab Bryan looking for a float-over DDT but Bryan escapes hitting an arm stunner stopping Balor!

Balor clutches his arm as Bryan grabs hold of him and slams him down to the mat with a release German suplex! Balor lands back first on the mat as Bryan charges at him and smashes him in the face with a forearm. Bryan makes the cover 1 2 Balor kicks out! Bryan lets out an evil smirk as he gets back to his feet. Balor starts to stir so Bryan starts full-on stomping on him! He gets in a good 8-10 stomps getting loud boos from the crowd before he makes another cover 1 2 Balor kicks out!

Bryan grabs hold of Balor as he starts to go to work on the Prince and puts him in a Romero stretch. Finn Balor is in pain as Bryan really goes to work on Finn Balor. Bryan would then transition the hold as he gets Balor down on the mat and connects with a double knee stomp slamming Balor down! Balor grabs his knees as Bryan starts peppering Balor as he gets to a seated position!

He gets off 3 or 4 kicks getting no chants from the crowd as he does it. However on the 5th and final kick, Balor evades it! Balor quick as a flash plants Bryan's skull to the mat with a fallin DDT! Balor makes the cover 1 2 Bryan kicks out! Balor quickly gets to his feet and responds jumping on Bryan hitting him with a double foot stomp! Balor makes the cover 1 2 Bryan kicks out!

Balor gets back to his feet though he takes a moment due to the damage done to his knees by Bryan in the match so far. Balor once again peppers Bryan with a few kicks to the arms before grabbing hold of Bryan's arm as he looks to go for a Fujiwara armbar! The commentary sells this as Balor trying to take away the submissions of Daniel Bryan and take a key part of his arsenal away!

Balor looks like he is about to get the hold locked in but Bryan fights him off getting free of the former Universal champion. Bryan rolls to the outside for a moment but Balor ain't giving him any breathing room as he climbs onto the apron and hits Bryan with a running soccer kick from the apron! Bryan falls to the floor as Balor poses on the ropes for the fans. As Balor turns around he sees Erick Rowan approaching him on the outside!

Balor dives off the apron hitting Erick Rowan with an elbow smash wiping him out to the delight of the crowd! Balor turns around as Daniel Bryan catches him with a LEAPING ELBOW STRIKE OF HIS OWN! Boos from the crowd for the cheap shot but Bryan doesn't care. Bryan grabs Balor and rolls him back into the ring as Bryan looks to go back to work. He lifts Balor off the mat and connects with a BRIDGING DRAGON SUPLEX! 1 2 Balor kicks out!

Bryan though lets out an evil smile as on the outside Erick Rowan starts to recover. Bryan grabs Balor by the shoulder and head as he starts to grind Balor down on the mat. Balor struggles in the hold but looks like he might escape the hold. Bryan adjusts to this trapping one of Balor's arms and starts battering him with several MMA elbows to the head! Bryan lays into Balor before dropping him to the mat and makes the cover 1 2 Balor kicks out!

Bryan bends down as he grabs hold of Balor's arm and locks in an arm-trapped abdominal stretch! Bryan wrenches the hold back as he looks to wear down Balor and make him suffer whilst he is in the hold! Balor is in a lot of pain as Bryan loves every moment of it and even shouts at the referee to ask him! Balor though isn't going to tap out that easily!

He starts to escape the hold so Bryan transitions the hold using Balor's arm and locks in an armbar! Bryan putting his experience with submissions to work as he targets different parts of Balor's body looking to wear him down. Balor starts trying to find a way out and gets his feet on the ropes forcing Bryan to break the hold! Bryan holds on till the count of 4 before getting told off by the referee.

Bryan shouts at the referee that he has till 5! Balor grabs his arm which is in pain as Bryan charges in and boots the arm causing more damage to it! Bryan grabs hold of Balor before dropping him with a German suplex sending him back to the center of the ring! Bryan makes his way over to Balor but instead of making a cover he once again works over Balor's neck and arm with another arm-trap abdominal stretch!

Balor once again is in a lot of pain as Bryan is grinding him down on the mat! Bryan even starts twisting Balor's arm back in an awkward angle as he tries to force a tap from Finn! Balor grits his teeth and once again starts to make his way out of the hold! Bryan though maneuvers Balor down to the mat as he looks to start stomping him again and again but Balor counters with an OVERHEAD PELE KICK!

Bryan stumbles slightly as he holds onto the arm so Balor hits another one this time to Bryan's arm forcing a break! Balor gets up to his feet struggling slightly as Bryan charges in so Balor catches him with the SLINGBLADE! Balor runs off the ropes and connects with a second SLINGBLADE catching Bryan by surprise as he takes control! Balor runs off the ropes and connects with a basement dropkick! Balor makes the cover 1 2 Bryan kicks out!

Balor gets back to his feet and starts battering Bryan with a kick or two! Balor looks to finish him off with a roundhouse kick but Bryan cuts Balor off with a VISCOUS CHOP BLOCK TO THE LEFT LEG! Bryan with a lethal blow there as he immediately follows it up by grabbing hold of the left leg of Balor and goes for the HEEL HOOK! Balor though is prepared for Bryan and just starts battering Bryan with punches as he desperately fights Bryan off!

Loud cheers as Balor has a face of thunder as Bryan is left holding his jaw! Balor though rises to his feet and jumps into the air hitting a DOUBLE FOOT STOMP to the chest of Bryan! 1 2 Bryan kicks out! Balor though isn't wasting any more time as he lifts Bryan off the mat into a fireman's carry position. He holds him there for a moment before dropping him and hitting a DOUBLE KNEE GUTBUSTER! Balor makes the cover

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Bryan kicks out!​

Finn Balor looks at Bryan on the mat and gets ready to end this as he makes his way to the top rope and sets himself up for the COUP D'GRACE! However, as he makes the climb Erick Rowan makes his presence felt! Balor sees Rowan making his way over and flies off the top rope wiping out Rowan with a MISSILE DROPKICK! A wild pop from the fans for the high-risk move as Balor sells his back. He slides back into the ring looking to go after Bry... RUNNING KNEE! Bryan stuns Balor as he makes the cover

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BRYAN WINS THANKS TO A DISTRACTION FROM ERICK ROWAN!

Winner via pinfall: Daniel Bryan (14:22)​

Daniel Bryan gets to his feet letting out an evil smirk, enjoying the loud boos from the crowd. Bryon Saxton on commentary goes mental saying Bryan stole the victory tonight! Corey though blames Balor for getting distracted and Bryan just used that to his advantage like the smart competitor he is! Erick Rowan starts to come too as Bryan gets the giant to raise his hand in the air. Meanwhile, Balor kicks the ropes frustrated at losing tonight.

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We then cut backstage as Cathy Kelly is stood by the entrance to the arena ready for an interview. The door flies open as we see Roman Reigns walk into the arena in a full suit. Co-commissioner Shane McMahon follows him into the arena, still in a wheelchair as he recovers from his injury.

Cathy Kelly: Roman, can I ask you a few questions?

Roman stops walking and turns around as he glares at Cathy Kelly. Roman turns to Shane who wheels off ahead of Roman, leaving the WWE Champion with Cathy Kelly.

Roman Reigns: Can't you see I'm a busy man?

Cathy Kelly: I just um... wanted to ask you for your thoughts ahead of your WWE title match against Ricochet?

Roman Reigns: My thoughts?

Roman sneers.

Roman Reigns: Ricochet isn't on my level. This brand is my new empire and no matter what happens below me, the title stays with me.

Loud boos from the live British crowd watching the interview.

Roman Reigns: Ricochet wants to be the hero. He's a fool. I wanted to be these people's hero until I saw sense.

Roman steps forward towering over Cathy Kelly.

Roman Reigns: And now? I'll destroy every single one of their heroes. Believe dat!

Roman walks off with his suitcase and luggage as he heads into the arena. We then cut back to the ring.

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*I BRING THE DARKNESS (END OF DAYS)*​

Loud boos from the crowd as Baron Corbin makes his way to the ring all by himself as Bryon Saxton wonders where his tag team partner Elias is. Corey responds saying he is backstage practicing his singing as he has a concert in a couple of days. Corbin mocks the crowd as he steps into the ring dismissing their boos as he looks very confident stepping into the ring... almost too confident.

*BROKEN DREAMS*​

And the crowd goes insane with a pop beating the one Pete Dunne got earlier on tonight as Drew McIntyre slowly marches out. The fans in the Wembley arena even start singing along with Drew McIntyre's theme song. Drew slowly starts to march down the ramp as he glares at Baron Corbin in the ring. Baron Corbin though weirdly smiles and soon we see why...

AS ELIAS RUNS OUT WITH HIS GUITAR AND CLOCKS DREW MCINTYRE IN THE BACK!​

The guitar shatters on Drew's back as the crowd boos the hell out of Elias for the cheap shot! Drew falls down on the entrance ramp as Baron Corbin in the ring starts laughing and taunting Drew daring him to fight him now. Elias grabs hold of Drew McIntyre and starts laying into him with strikes. Elias picks up Drew off the floor as he takes a moment to taunt him before hitting the DRIFT AWAY... but Drew counters and backbody drops Elias onto the floor!

Corbin's face in the ring drops as Drew takes Elias's head off with a massive lariat! Drew makes his way over to Elias and starts pummeling the hell out of him! Drew grabs hold of Elias and starts tossing him into the barricade as Corbin watches on. Drew grabs Elias on the ramp and drops him on his head with the FUTURESHOCK DDT! Elias lays down and out on the ramp as Drew starts to walk towards the ring.

However, as he gets near the ropes he stops for a moment shaking his head and turns back around to see Elias slowly stumbling to his feet! Drew smirks as he glares at Elias and charges at him hitting the CLAYMORE! Drew wipes out Elias getting a massive pop from the British crowd! Drew McIntyre gets his feet as Corbin sneak attacks him from behind now!

Loud boos as Corbin catches Drew off-guard with a cheap shot! He grabs hold of the sinister Scotsman and sends him into the ring apron! Corbin wails on Drew before he sends him into the ringpost! Drew's head bounces back off the ringpost as Corbin grabs his rival and rolls him into the ring. Corbin follows after him and tells the referee to start the match. The referee tries to argue but Corbin tells him to start the match or he will get Shane to fire him! The referee reluctantly calls for the bell and this match is underway!

Drew McIntyre vs Baron Corbin w/Elias​

Baron Corbin moves away from the referee and looks to attack Drew McIntyre. He lays into Drew with a few punches to the head before lifting him off the mat as he goes for an early END OF DAYS... BUT DREW COUNTERS WITH A MASSIVE GLASGOW KISS! Corbin stumbles back as Drew just glares at him! Drew charges at Corbin wiping him out with a running clothesline!

Corbin falls to the mat before rising up as Drew takes him down with a BIG BOOT! Drew grabs Baron Corbin by the head as he drags him off the mat and plants him with the FUTURESHOCK DDT! Drew then makes his way to the corner as he gets ready to end this!

He lines Corbin up however he sees Elias getting to his feet out of the corner of his eye! Drew runs off the ropes and wipes out Elias with a SOMERSAULT PLANCHA! Drew McIntyre gets to his feet still stoic as he slides back into the ring as Corbincatches him out of nowhere with a roll-up!

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DREW POWERS OUT!​

Baron is taken by surprise as he tries to charge at Drew but Drew lifts him into the air with ease hitting an OVERHEAD BELLY TO BELLY SUPLEX! Drew once again makes his way to the corner of the ring as he starts to count down and the fans join in: 1 2 3 CLAYMORE! Drew wipes Corbin out and makes the cover

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DREW MCINTYRE HAS ANNIHILATED CORBIN!

Winner via pinfall: Drew McIntyre (1:35)​

Drew gets to his feet as the commentary team put over the complete domination that was this match. The crowd goes wild as Drew McIntyre stands in the ring. Corbin is still down and out as Elias slowly comes to on the outside. Drew asks for a microphone which one of the ring crew is happy to give him.

Drew McIntyre: I'm not going to waste your time saying how I'm happy to be home because you already know that!

Cheap pop as Drew stays emotionless as he looks out into the crowd.

Drew McIntyre: What I just did, is just the start. Roman you're next!

Drew tosses the microphone to the mat, keeping it short and sweet as Elias slides into the ring looking to attack Drew who takes his head off with a CLAYMORE! Loud cheers as Drew once again lays out Elias. Drew McIntyre leaves the ring and heads up the ramp having destroyed Baron Corbin and Elias tonight.

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*VOICES*​

We cut back to the ring as Randy Orton is slowly making his way out. He has a sadistic smirk on his face but he is alone as he walks to the ring. He gets a mixed reaction from the live crowd but due to it being a more smarky crowd Orton does get mostly boos. Once inside the ring, Orton stares up the ramp looking cool, calm, and collected as he awaits his opponent.

Big E: Awwwwww London England, don't you dare be sour! Clap for your former WWE champion and feel the power!

*NEW DAY, NEW WAY*​

A loud pop from the live crowd as Kofi Kingston makes his way out. But there is none of the usual smiling or jumping as he walks out. He looks at his long-term rival and starts sprinting down the ramp! He jumps onto the ring apron ready to jump into the ring and jump onto Orton BUT STOPS AS ORTON GETS READY TO HIT THE RKO! Kofi was ready for Orton's tricks! Kofi jumps over the apron now and then jumps on Orton clubbing him as the referee rings the bell to get this underway!

No Holds Barred: Kofi Kingston vs Randy Orton​

Kofi is wailing on Orton and really laying into the Viper after missing nearly a month of action thanks to him. The crowd goes wild for it as Kofi gets back to his feet but he is far from finished. Kofi runs off the ropes and connects with a basement dropkick! Kofi normally at this point would make a cover but he wants to hurt Orton! Kofi grabs hold of Orton and sends him into the corner of the ring with an Irish whip!

Kofi charges in and jumps into the air hitting a CORKSCREW BACK ELBOW! Orton slumps a bit in the corner as Kofi leaps onto the ropes and starts pounding Orton! Kofi lays into him with several mounted punches! Kofi gets to the point where he would normally stop for the 5 count but it is no DQ so he just carries on battering Orton in the corner! Kofi then finishes it off with a European uppercut causing Orton to falls down and slump in the corner!

Kofi then jumps onto Orton hitting him with a Kronco Buster as he continues to dominate the Viper in the early stages, showing a level of aggression we have rarely seen out of him! Kofi gets to his feet and makes his way to the outside as he looks under the ring. He takes a moment before finding a KENDO STICK! Kofi lifts it up for the crowd as he slides into the ring but Orton catches him with a cheap shot to the gut!

Orton jumps onto Kofi causing him to drop the kendo stick as he starts laying into Kofi with some punches of his own. Orton finishes laying into Kofi as he grabs the kendo stick and smirks. He looks at Kofi on the mat and starts laying into him with several strikes to the back! Kofi rolls out of the ring selling the damage as Orton drops the stick and follows Kofi to the outside, stalking his prey.

Kofi as Orton approaches him and follows up with a couple of strikes but Orton takes him down with a short-arm clothesline! Orton grabs Kofi laying into him with a few punches to the head before sending Kofi into the barricade! Kofi's back bounces off the barricade as Orton makes his way over Kofi and starts laying into him with several punches to the head. He then grabs hold of Kofi lifting him into the air and slams him onto the barricade with a BELLY TO BACK SUPLEX!

Kofi's back bounces off the barricade as he falls into the crowd area bringing a sadistic smirk to Orton's face. Orton slowly climbs over the barricade and follows after Kofi as he looks to inflict even more pain. Orton slowly stalks Kofi who struggles to his feet and starts laying in further strikes to the head. The commentary team meanwhile wonder if Kofi is 100% after the punt a month back and this is why his early flurry is starting to fade!

Both men end up battling by some fans as grabs hold of Kofi as he falls to the floor and lifts him up as he hits him with a MID-SECTION STUN GUN ONTO A GUARD RAIL! Kofi clutches his mid-section which is in a lot of pain after being tossed onto the guard rail! He rolls on the floor as Orton smirks as he bends down and grabs Kofi by the chin as he calls him “STUPID”. Kofi however responds by SLAPPING ORTON IN THE FACE!

Orton grabs his chin, rubbing it for a few seconds before responding with a punch to the face! And that might have been a mistake by Kofi, as Orton just starts battering the hell out of him. Orton then has an idea as he climbs over the guard rail and grabs Kofi's arms from behind trapping him on the guard-rail. Orton then just starts clubbing Kofi's chest with several forearms as he carries on working over Kofi's mid-section!

Orton finally relents as Kofi falls to the floor below selling the damage done by Orton so far. Orton takes a moment to look around as he looks at Kofi and has an idea! He lines Kofi up as he looks for a PUNT KICK! Orton ain't fucking around! Orton charges in looking to take Kofi's head off... but Kofi moves out of the way just in time and sweeps Orton's leg! Orton's back bumps off the concrete as Kofi takes a moment to rest on the wall as he clutches his mid-section after Orton's relentless assault early on.

Orton gets back to his feet as Kofi charges in hitting a double hand chop to the chest of Orton. Orton falls down to the floor as Kofi jumps into the air and hits him with an elbow drop! Kofi then hits him with a few more punches before looking to the guard-rail by the fans as he has an idea. He hits Orton with a few more punches before making his way up the stairs by the fans. He then climbs over the guard-rail as he eyes up Orton

He takes a moment to steady himself on the wall before flying off and hitting a rising Orton with a DIVING CROSSBODY! Kofi gets a decent pop from the crowd for the high-risk move but does clutch his mid-section afterwards! Kofi grabs hold of Orton and Irish whips back towards the barricade as he looks to get the action back in the ring. Kofi charges at Orton and hits a dropkick sending him back over the barricade into the ringside area!

Kofi hops onto the barricade and jumps off hitting Orton with a DIVING FOOT STOMP! Orton clutches his chest in pain as Kofi grabs Orton and looks to send him back into the ring but Orton counters with an Irish Whip into the ring apron! Kofi's back bounces off the ring apron as Orton takes a moment to recover from the damage Kofi has done to him so far this match.

Orton makes his way over to Kofi as he lays into him with a few punches to the head as he once again looks to wear Kofi down. Orton lifts Kofi up as he looks to suplex him onto the ring apron but Kofi fights back! Kofi fights Orton off before jumping into the air and hitting him with a clothesline! Kofi looks into the ring as he sees the kendo stick from the start of the match and grabs it from the outside of the ring!

He makes his way back over to Randy Orton and starts battering the hell out of him with the Kendo stick! He wails on Orton with several shots as he lets out years of anger on the Viper until the kendo stick breaks on Orton's back! Kofi tosses the broken stick to the side getting rid of it as he grabs Orton and rolls him back into the ring! Kofi takes a moment to climb onto the apron before springboarding off the ropes as he connects with a springboard double foot stomp!

Kofi crushes Orton's mid-section but once again Kofi doesn't make the cover as he looks to lay into Orton. He grabs hold of Orton and brings him towards the center of the ring as he sets him up for the BOOM DROP! He runs off the ropes but as he jumps into the air Orton rolls out of the way causing Kofi to crash and burn! Kofi lands awkwardly as Orton pounces and starts laying into Kofi with several blows to the head!

Orton rises to his feet as he stands over Kofi and starts to stalk his prey. Orton just starts slowly picking apart Kofi using the GARVIN STOMP! Orton slowly dissects each one of Kofi's limbs before finishing off with a jumping knee stomp to the chest instead! Orton smirks as he thinks about making the cover but shakes his head. He wants to do more damage.

Orton rolls to the outside of the ring as he takes a moment before pulling a chair out from underneath the ring apron. He slides into the ring as he takes a moment to batter Kofi a couple of times with the steel chair! He then has a sick idea. He places the chair around Kofi's ankle as he starts stomping all of Kofi's limbs before going for his ankle... BUT KOFI GETS HIS FOOT OUT OF THE CHAIR JUST IN TIME!

Orton ends up stomping the chair on the mat as Kofi gets to his feet and sends Orton backwards with a jawbreaker! Kofi then looks down at the mat and picks up the steel chair Orton brought into the ring! Kofi lifts it up and slams Orton in the gut with the chair. He then tosses the chair down onto the floor before SPRINGBOARDING OFF THE ROPES AND PLANTS ORTON WITH A TORNADO DDT ONTO THE STEEL CHAIR! Kofi then makes the first cover of the match!

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Kofi gets back to his feet but doesn't look too disappointed that Orton was able to kick out and thinks about what to do next. He looks at the chair as Orton stays on the mat for the moment and has an idea. He takes a moment to hit Orton with the chair a couple of times in the mid-section before placing it on his chest. Kofi then runs off the ropes and hits Orton with a BOOM DROP ONTO THE STEEL CHAIR ON ORTON'S MID-SECTION! Kofi rolls the chair off Orton and makes the cover

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Kofi gets back to his feet as he looks at Orton struggling on the mat and lines him up. He lines Orton up... AS THE REVIVAL MAKE THEIR WAY DOWN THE RAMP GETTING BOOS FROM THE LIVE CROWD! Kofi meanwhile in the ring sees them coming and realizes he needs to finish this quickly so catches Orton as he gets to his feet with TROUBLE IN PARADISE! Kofi makes the cover

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DASH WILDER PULLS THE REFEREE OUT OF THE RING!​

Dash saves the match for Randy Orton! Scott Dawson meanwhile has snuck into the ring as he grabs the steel chair inside and SMASHES KOFI IN THE BACK WITH IT! Kofi crumbles to the mat as Scott smirks. The referee tells Dash off but he just shrugs knowing he can't do anything about it. He then slides into the ring as he looks to his tag team partner as the pair once again look to do Orton's dirty work.

The Revival gets Kofi up and hit him with the SHATTER MACHINE! Both men smirk as Orton starts to slowly stir after being out for the count. He looks at the Revival nodding as he has an idea and makes his way to the corner of the ring as he sizes Kofi up for the PUNT KICK! The crowd are booing the hell out of Orton as he looks to once again punt Kofi in the skull...

AS BIG E AND XAVIER WOODS RUN DOWN THE RAMP!​

Woods is struggling slightly due to the damage done to his leg on the pre-show by The Revival so Big E gets to the ringside area first and grab Orton's ankle tripping him up so he can't punt Kofi in the head! Meanwhile, Xavier even with the issues with his leg climbs to the top rope and dives onto The Revival wiping them both out with a DIVING CROSSBODY!

Both members of the Revival rolls towards the ropes and roll out of the ring. Big E and Xavier as promised start to chase after the pair as they start fighting into the crowd once again leaving Orton and Kofi alone in the ring! Both men rise to their feet as they stare each other down and start exchanging punches in the center of the ring. Cheers when Kofi strikes and boos when Orton strikes.

Both men are evenly matched but Kofi starts to take control laying into Orton until Orton counters with an RK... NO KOFI PUSHES HIM OFF AND LOOKS TO GO FOR TROUBLE IN PARADISE... ORTON DUCKS UNDERNEATH AND CATCHES KOFI WITH AN INVERTED HEADLOCK BACKBREAKER! Kofi falls to the mat as Orton waits for him to rise back up and slams him down with a SCOOP SLAM ONTO THE STEEL CHAIR! Orton makes the cover

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Kofi kicks out!​

Orton pounds the mat a little frustrated that he hasn't been able to keep Kofi down for the 3 count. However, he has an idea as he lines Kofi up. He takes a moment before going for the RKO BUT KOFI COUNTERS AND HITS THE SOS!

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Kofi was so close to taking this match! Kofi though wastes no time as he gets ready to end this. He waits for Orton to get to his feet as he looks to go for TROUBLE IN PARA... ORTON DUCKS AND HITS THE RKO! Orton drops down and makes the cover!

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Winner via pinfall: Randy Orton (17:39)​

Boos from the crowd but Randy Orton picks up the win. Bryon Saxton on commentary reminds us Kofi had the match won until The Revival made their presence felt. Corey reminds us Orton won't care about that. All that matters to him is getting the job done and The Revival was mostly likely his plan B. Orton slowly makes his way up the ramp as Kofi comes to slowly in the ring and pounds the mat clearly frustrated at what went down tonight.

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We then cut to a highlight package showing what happened when Asuka faced Charlotte in a number one contender's match at the Great American Bash. We see the opening stages of the match as Charlotte works over Asuka's left leg early on. Charlotte is shown doing damage to it throughout the match but Asuka fights through the pain! We then also see Asuka throwing everything she has at Charlotte before finally finishing her off with a massive superplex!

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*X*​

A decent bordering on loud pop from the live crowd as we return to the ringside area as the Twisted Sisters make their way to the ring. Isla Dawn once again acts calm whilst Nikki Cross wildly sprints down the ramp and towards the ring not wanting to waste any time waiting for their opponents.

*CAFFEINE*​

The same kind of reaction from the live crowd as NXT Women's champion Dakota Kai walks out first before being joined by her tag team partner Tegan Nox who gets the loudest pop out of all 4 women. Team Kick look hyped up as they make their way to the ring. Corey Graves tells us it is a busy week for Dakota Kai as on Wednesday night she will be defending her NXT Women's title against Bianca Bel-Air! Team Kick make their way into the ring as Tegan looks to start for the champions whilst Isla nods letting Nikki Cross start for the Twisted Sisters.

Women's tag team titles: Team Kick (c) vs Twisted Sisters​

Once the bell rings Nikki Cross charges at Tegan Nox like the wild woman she is but Tegan sees it coming and connects with a kick to the head stopping her in her tracks. Tegan makes the cover 1 Nikki kicks out! Tegan gets to her feet as she looks to hit Nikki with a couple of kicks but Nikki catches Tegan's leg and brings her down to the mat with a takedown as she lays in a few wild shots. Isla on the apron can be heard shouting some instructions to her partner as Nikki nods and Irish whips Tegan into the corner!

Nikki makes her way over to the corner and tags Isla into the match. Isla nods to Nikki who Irish whips Tegan out of the corner as Isla looks to go for a roundhouse kick but Tegan ducks underneath and makes the tag to Kai! Isla Dawn smiles as the NXT Women's champion steps into the ring as Nox and Cross return to their respective corners for now. Isla and Kai take a moment to size each other up as they circle the ring.

Isla Dawn looks to strike first going for a kick but Kai dodges and looks to reply with a kick of her own but Dawn avoids it as well. However, as she turns around Kai catches her with a SCORPION KICK to the head causing Dawn to stumble before Kai follows up with a neckbreaker! Kai makes the cover 1 2 Dawn kicks out! Kai makes her way back to her feet as she makes the tag bringing Tegan Nox back into the match.

Tegan and goes on the attack laying into Dawn with several kicks before making another cover 1 2 Dawn kicks out. Nikki on the ring apron offers her partner some encouragement and wills her on. Tegan meanwhile grabs Isla Dawn and sends her into Team Kick's corner of the ring as she makes another quick tag bringing Kai back into the match. Tegan starts laying into Dawn with several corner forearm smashes as Kai gets a run-up hitting Dawn with a KAIO KICK! Kai makes the cover 1 2 Dawn kicks out!

The tag team champions are in control early on here as Kai grabs hold of Isla and starts working her over in the corner of the ring. Nikki in the corner meanwhile paces up and down desperate to get back into the match. Kai though carries on the pressure as she lays into Dawn with several kicks to the chest. She then finishes it off with a roundhouse kick to the head dropping Isla Dawn! Kai makes another 1 2 Dawn kicks out!

Kai makes her way over to Tegan and tags her back into the match. Tegan would do the same thing Kai just did really putting the kick in Team Kick as she also finishes the flurry off with a roundhouse kick! Nox makes the cover 1 2 Dawn kicks out! The tag team champions are in total control so far! Tegan nods to her partner as she sizes Dawn up looking to end this as she charges in going for THE SHINEST WIZARD... but Dawn ducks avoiding the move!

Nox ends up whiffing the air as Dawn quickly follows up sending her towards the Sisters' corner with a German Suplex! Dawn slowly makes her way to the corner as she tags Nikki into the match! Cross rushes the ring and makes her way to the champions corner first wiping out Kai with a clothesline sending the NXT Women's champion to the floor! Nikki Cross turns around as she looks at Tegan Nox and jumps onto her laying in several wild punches to the head!

Nikki gets to her feet as she grabs hold of Tegan Nox and plants her with a running bulldog! Nikki gets up to her feet as she sees Dakota Kai climbing into the ring charging at her! Kai goes for a kick to the head but Cross ducks underneath as she runs off the ropes and takes Kai down with a swinging neckbreaker! Cross turns around as Tegan goes back on the attack as she catches Nikki with a wicked forearm to the face... but Nikki just lets out a mad smile!

Tegan responds to this by firing off a couple more forearms but Nikki catches Tegan's arm and hits her with a massive HEADBUTT! Tegan drops to the mat as Nikki Cross makes the cover 1 2 Nox kicks out! Nikki lets out a smile as she is having fun as she flips Tegan Nox over onto her front locking in an OMOPLATA CROSSFACE! Nikki Cross starts wrenching back the hold as she looks to force a tap!

Tegan is struggling in the hold as she looks to make it to the ropes but Nikki stretches it back even further. Tegan though slowly and surely makes it to the ropes forcing a break! Nikki lets go of the hold at the count of 2 as she wonders what to do next as Isla Dawn has recovered and is back on the apron! Nikki makes her way over to Isla Dawn and makes the tag. Isla grabs hold of Tegan Nox and hits her with a GUTWRENCH POWERSLAM! Isla Dawn makes the cover 1 2 Nox kicks out!

Kai is now back on the apron herself as she cheers her friend on and wills her to make the tag. Meanwhile, Isla looks to press the advantage now the Twisted Sisters are finally in control. She starts laying into Tegan with a series of kicks of her own as she shows off her kickboxing background! She finishes off the flurry as she runs off the ropes and connects with a meteora! Dawn makes the cover 1 2 Nox kicks out!

Dawn looks a little annoyed as she makes another rapid cover 1 2 Nox kicks out! Kai is now the one who has to watch on as the Twisted Sisters take control. Dawn makes the tag bringing Nikki back into the match. Dawn sends Tegan into the corner of the ring as Nikki starts rabidly headbutting her mid-section as the referee gets to a 4 count! Nikki tosses Tegan out of the corner as she climbs to the top rope. She waits for Tegan to rise as she hits a DIVING FRONT DROPKICK! Nikki makes the cover 1 2 Nox kicks out!

Nikki lets out an almost crazy smile as she grabs hold of Tegan and says let's play! Tegan though starts to fight back as she clobbers Nikki Cross with a few forearms! She rocks Nikki as she grabs her by the throat looking to go for a CHOKESLAM! However, Lady Kane is unable to pull it off as Nikki boots her in the gut and connects a TORNADO DDT! Nikki makes the cover 1 2 Tegan kicks out again!

Nikki takes a moment as she looks over to Isla who nods. She slowly brings Tegan back over to the Sisters' corner of the ring and tags Isla in. Nikki hits Tegan with a few wild punches before she climbs to the top rope as Isla Dawn lifts Tegan into an ELECTRIC CHAIR POSITION as Nikki dives off as they hit WRITTEN IN THE STARS (Doomsday device)! Isla Dawn makes the cover as Nikki looks to keep the coast clear

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Kai pushes Cross on top of them to break the cover!​

Kai saves the match for her team! Cross gets back to her feet as the pair end up battling to the outside of the ring, with Nikki attacking Kai in her usual frantic wild style! In the ring meanwhile, Isla gets to her feet and looks to keep Tegan down. She lifts her off the mat looking for BLACK MAGIC (Electric chair dropped into a bridging suplex) but Tegan escapes and grabs Isla Dawn from behind! She lifts her into the air and connects with a DOUBLE CHICKEN-WING FACEBUSTER! Tegan makes the cover

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Isla kicks out!​

On the outside of the ring meanwhile, we see Dakota Kai battling Nikki Cross as the wild scot goes for THE PURGE but Kai counters and hits the KAI-ROPRACTOR ON THE OUTSIDE (FRONT FLIP BACKSTABBER!) Tegan then signals to her best friend who jumps back onto the apron and makes the tag! Tegan climbs to the top rope as Kai lifts Dawn onto her shoulders and hits GTK: GO TO KICK! Isla Dawn falls to the mat as Tegan flies off the top rope hitting the MOLLY-GO-ROUND! Tegan rolls off as Kai makes the cover

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Winners via pinfall and still Women's tag team champions: Team Kick (10:20)​

Cheers from the fans as Tegan Nox hugs Dakota Kai in the middle on the ring. Nikki Cross is only just coming to after taking the Kai-ropractor on the outside of the ring as she slides into the ring looking to check on Isla Dawn. Team Kick are passed their titles as both members of the commentary team put over their performance tonight and hype up the NXT Women's title match on Wednesday night.

Isla Dawn is now up to her feet as the Twisted Sisters approach Team Kick. Tegan and Dakota are wary until Dawn offers the pair a handshake. Tegan accepts the handshake from Dawn whilst Nikki jumps on Kai and hugs her bringing a laugh from Kai. The fans in the crowd meanwhile cheer this show of respect. The commentary team then tells us up next is the Smackdown tag team titles match!

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We cut to the video package which starts off with Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn winning the tag team titles at Summerslam in Canada from the War Raiders. We then see how we got to this match with the War Raiders turning on Bray Wyatt and joining the Corporation. We then finish off the video package with both teams shown brawling on numerous occasions over the last few weeks!

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*WAR*​

Mixed reaction though it is mostly boos as the War Raiders march to the ring with an intense glare. Corey Graves tells us Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn are entering an environment that will favor the War Raiders and he can't see them holding onto their tag team titles. Bryon however reminds Corey that Sami and Kevin Owens are two men who don't know when to stop and will fight the War Raiders anywhere in this city!

*FIGHT*​

Kevin Owens walks out getting a loud pop as he stares at The War Raiders in the ring. He doesn't charge though as he smartly waits for his tag team partner. He does however taunt the War Raiders holding his Smackdown tag team title in the air which further angers them.

*WORLDS APART*​

And another live pop from the UK crowd as Sami Zayn joins Kevin Owens on the entrance ramp holding his Smackdown tag team title in the air as well. The UK crowd even start to sing along with Zayn's music causing him to smile. Owens and Zayn look each other in the eye as they nod and walk down the ramp. Hanson and Rowe signal they are ready for a fight as Owens and Zayn leave their belts on the outside before stepping into the ring. The War Raiders step forward ready for a fight... which Owens and Zayn are more than happy to provide! Both teams start brawling as the referee calls for the bell to get this underway!

Smackdown tag team titles tornado tag falls count anywhere match: Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn (c) vs The War Raiders​

Owens and Zayn are hammering away at the War Raiders in their signature fashion, wailing on Hanson and Rowe causing the War Raiders to fall out of the ring! Sami looks at the pair on the floor and runs off the ropes wiping both War Raiders out with a SUICIDE DIVE! Kevin Owens rolls out of the ring following after his friend and makes the first cover of the match on Hanson 1 2 Hanson kicks out! Sami then makes the cover on Rowe 1 2 Rowe kicks out!

Owens nods as he shouts some instructions to Sami who nods and makes his way towards the entrance for a moment. Both men start laying into Hanson and Rowe with several punches as they look to keep the big men down for a moment. Owens then looks to the ring apron and he has an idea. He grabs Hanson as he tries to lift him up into the air looking for the POP-UP POWERBOMB ONTO THE APRON! Hanson though fights back and fends Owens off saving himself from that lethal move!

Sami jumps onto Hanson as he tries to fight the larger man off as he knocks Hanson back but Rowe takes him down with a LARIAT! Hanson gets to his feet as both the War Raiders look annoyed at Owens and Zayn for the way the match has started! Rowe grabs Zayn and lifts him off the ring floor sending him into the barricade with a SNAKE EYES! Zayn's head bounces off the barricade as he falls onto the barricade. Rowe follows up with a FRONT DROPKICK sending him into the crowd!

Rowe though doesn't make the cover and instead makes his way over to Kevin Owens. Hanson is laying into Kevin with a few strikes. Owens though starts to fight back as he sends Hanson backwards but just when he looks like he might hit a POP-UP POWERBOMB on Hanson, Rowe clobbers Owens from behind with a NORTHERN LARIAT! Owens drops to the floor as Rowe looks over at Hanson and nods.

Both men grab hold of Owens lifting him off the floor and launch him into the barricade with a DOUBLE LAWN DART! Owens's head bounces off the barricade as Hanson follows up by charging at Kevin Owens and sending him OVER THE BARRICADE WITH A CLOTHESLINE! Hanson takes a moment before climbing over the barricade and making the cover on Kevin Owens 1 2 Owens kicks out!

Hanson looks to do more damage whilst Rowe walks towards the ring looking to grab some weapons as Sami FLIES THROUGH THE ROPES IN THE CORNER AND CONNECTS WITH A TORNADO DDT! Hanson carries on laying into Owens not realizing what has happened to his partner but as he turns around to check on his partner, Sami climbs onto the barricade and hits a MOONSAULT OFF IT ONTO HANSON! Sami makes the cover 1 2 Hanson kicks out!

Sami gets back to his feet as he helps his tag team partner Kevin Owens back to his feet. Owens looks at Sami as he has an idea who smiles and nods back at his friend. Sami and Owens grab hold of Hanson as they lift him off the floor and hit him with a DOUBLE BELLY TO BACK SUPLEX! Owens makes the cover 1 2 Hanson kicks out! Sami meanwhile takes a moment to look around as they see a conveniently placed trash can with a few 2x4's in it!

Sami grabs a couple of them as he passes one to Kevin Owens who smiles as he looks at Hanson who is starting to rise to his feet. Owens starts whacking Hanson with the 2x4 first clocking him in the stomach before hitting him 2 times in the back as it breaks in half! Owens rolls him over to make the cover 1 2 Hanson kicks out! As this is happening Rowe has started to recover by Sami catches him as he charges at them and hits him in the gut with the 2x4! Sami lays Rowe out with it before making a cover of his own 1 2 Rowe kicks out!

Sami nods as he and Kevin Owens start talking to each other as they plan their next move. Sami makes his way towards the trash can where he got the 2x4's and dumps the remaining items out of it. Owens meanwhile keeps Hanson down with a few punches to the head. Rowe though gets to his feet and clobbers Owens from behind! Rowe looks to lift Owens up but Sami jumps Rowe from behind and places the TRASH CAN OVER HIS HEAD!

Owens then takes advantage of this and starts WHACKING THE TRASH CAN WITH THE 2X4! Owens smashes it about 4 or 5 times until it breaks as Rowe falls to the ground! Owens makes the cover 1 2 Hanson launches Zayn onto Owens and Rowe breaking the cover! Zayn lays on the floor as Owens charges at Hanson but gets sent onto the hard concrete floor with an EXPLODER SUPLEX! Hanson though before he can even make a cover gets attacked by Sami Zayn!

Sami fires a good few shots off but before he can do too much damage Rowe gets to his feet and clobbers Sami from behind! Hanson and Rowe then grab Sami by the neck as they both lift Sami into the air hitting him with a DOUBLE CHOKESLAM! Rowe makes the cover 1 2 Owens breaks it up! Hanson though is quick to attack Owens and slams him down onto the floor!

Rowe looks over at Hanson and nods as he makes his way over to the trash can as he brings it towards Hanson. Hanson lays a few punches in on Owens looking to keep him down for a moment. Hanson then lifts Kevin Owens into the air and tosses him to Rowe who SLAMS HIM DOWN ONTO THE TRASH CAN WITH A POWERBOMB! Rowe gets to his feet as he gets ready to make a cover but Sami sends Rowe into a wall by the fans with a HURRICRANNA!

Sami gets to his feet but Hanson charges at him and wipes him out with a SPEAR SENDING SAMI FLYING! Hanson checks on his tag team partner as they leave Owens down on the floor. The War Raiders approach Sami as they look to tag team him! Both members of the War Raiders start pounding him and lift Sami into the air as they LAWN DART SAMI INTO THE FIRE DOOR OPENING IT AND SENDING SAMI INTO THE ARENA HALLWAY! Hanson makes the cover whilst Rowe shuts the door behind him leaving Owens stranded 1 2 Sami kicks out!

Hanson though looks to carry on the beating as he tosses Sami down the hallway sending him towards the food court as we see a bunch of fans buying food told to move by Rowe! Wisely the fans do what Rowe says as Hanson tosses Sami into the food place slamming Sami's back off the wall! Hanson makes another cover 1 2 Sami kicks out! Hanson gets annoyed as he tells Sami to stay down. Rowe though signals to end this!

Hanson climbs onto the food stand whilst Rowe grabs Sami looking to lift him into the air as they set him up for the FALLOUT! However, Sami desperately fights back and breaks free from Rowe! Rowe charges at him but Sami ducks sends him to the floor with a DDT! Sami then leaps into the air wiping Hanson out with a LEG LARIAT! He sends Hanson crashing to the floor from the food stand to the floor below as Sami follows up with a DIVING FOOT STOMP!

Rowe meanwhile charges in as he looks to attack Sami who whacks him with a METAL FRYING PAN! Rowe falls backwards as Sami lays in several shots sending Rowe backwards to the floor! Sami drops the frying pan and then grabs Rowe hitting him with a REVERSE STO ONTO THE FRYING PAN! Sami makes the cover 1 2 Rowe kicks out! Sami though wastes no time and quickly locks in a KOJI CLUTCH ON ROWE!

Sami is wrenching the hold back as Rowe tries to reach out and grab the frying pan! Sami though sees this and pulls Rowe back so the frying pan is just out of reach! Sami has the hold locked in for a while as it looks like Rowe might tap out... UNTIL HANSON BREAKS THE HOLD WITH A RUNNING SENTON! Hanson made the save for the Raiders as Rowe takes a moment to roll to the side and recover after being in the Koji clutch for a long time.

Hanson grabs hold of Sami and lifts him into the air planting him on the concrete floor with a PUMPHANDLE EXPLODER SUPLEX! Sami's back bounces off the floor as Hanson makes the cover! 1 2 Sami kicks out! Hanson gets frustrated as he Irish whips Sami into a table with some merchandise on it knocking the table and the merchandise over! Sami stumbles to his feet as Hanson charges at Sami and HITS A SPEAR BRINGING THE WHOLE MERCH STAND CRASHING DOWN ON BOTH MEN! Both men lay in the wreckage for a moment before Hanson rolls onto Sami making a weak cover

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Owens saves the match and his best friend! Rowe meanwhile charges at Kevin Owens as Owens catches him in the gut with the steel chair! Rowe doubles over as Owens starts battering him with the chair! Owens gets a good 7 or 8 shots off until the chair breaks as Kevin Owens tosses it to the side and lets out a shout! Owens makes the cover on 1 2 Rowe kicks out!

Owens takes a moment as he checks on Sami who is still down after that massive spear as Hanson rises back to his feet. Both men stare each other down and then start throwing hands! Both men start brawling down the hallway as they head towards a bunch of stairs! Both men tease tossing the other down the stairs but neither man falls! Hanson goes a wild punch but Owens ducks as and catches Hanson with a STUNNER! Hanson falls backwards and rolls down the stairs!

Owens follows after him as he looks to make the cover but Rowe clobbers him from behind stopping him in his tracks! Rowe tosses Owens down the hallway as Hanson is left to recover from the Stunner. Rowe follows up as he starts battering Owens with several kicks to the chest battering Kevin Owens! Rowe then lifts Owens into the air as he looks to hit him with a POWERSLAM... AS SAMI SPRAYS ROWE IN THE FACE WITH A FIRE EXTINGUISHER!

Sami makes the save for his best friend just in time! Rowe stumbles back after the attack as Sami clobbers him with the fire extinguisher and tosses it to the side as he makes the cover 1 2 Rowe kicks out! Owens gets back to his feet as he nods and has an idea, Both men lift Rowe up and Irish whip him into one of the corners of the room causing Rowe's back to bounce off it! Sami charges in and hits a HULLEVA KICK ON ROWE! ROWE STUMBLES OUT OF THE CORNER AS KEVIN OWENS HITS A STUNNER! Owens makes the cover

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Hanson tries to fight back as he hits Owens with a snap suplex sending him onto the floor! Zayn charges at him but Hanson hits a SCOOP POWERSLAM! Hanson gets back to his feet but Owens clobbers him in the back of the head with the fire extinguisher! He hits him a few times with it before tossing it to the side. Owens then looks around and has an idea! He sees another merch table and shouts to Sami pointing at it!

KO and Sami bring Hanson over towards the table before placing him on it to him. Hanson does start to stir a little but Sami grabs one of the chairs from the merch table and hits Hanson a few times with it a few times keeping him down. Owens then nods to Sami as he climbs back up the stairs. Once he makes it to the top of the stairs he slowly climbs over the railing and stands over Hanson... as Rowe looks to attack Sami!

Rowe starts clocking Sami and there is nothing Owens can do to stop it! However, as Rowe lifts Sami into the air SAMI COUNTERS AND HITS ASUNSET FLIP POWERBOMB! Sami rests on the floor as OWENS FLIES OFF THE FIRST FLOOR AND HITS THE BULLFROG SPLASH ONTO HANSON THROUGH THE TABLE! OWENS STAYS ON HANSON FOR THE COVER

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KEVIN OWENS AND SAMI ZAYN RETAIN THEIR TAG TEAM TITLES!

Winners via pinfall and still Smackdown tag team champions: Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn (19:52)​

Kevin Owens stays in the wreckage for a few moments after the match has finished as Sami Zayn gets to his feet and checks on his friend. Commentary put over the war both men went through to hold onto their Smackdown tag titles tonight. Owens and Sami share a hug, probably wishing they were closer to the ring to soak in the reaction from the crowd. Corey then tells us up next is the WWE title match as we cut to a video package.

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The video package starts by showing us Roman Reigns winning the WWE title at Summerslam, turning heel, and joining the Corporation. We then see Roman's promo the night after he won the WWE title where he rips into the fans and promises the Roman Empire will reign supreme. We then cut to Ricochet winning the battle royal on Smackdown to earn this WWE title shot. We hear him talk about wanting to be a hero to these fans before we see Roman attack him backstage and promise to destroy every one of these fans heroes! The package then ends with Ricochet showing off his amazing flips as he promises to become these fans heroes tonight!

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*ONE AND ONLY*​

A decent pop from the live crowd as Ricochet makes his way out ahead of the biggest match of his career. Ricochet takes a moment to look at the fans before running down the ramp and leaping into the ring clean over the ropes! That gets a slightly louder pop as Byron Saxton wonders if Ricochet can pull off a massive upset tonight.

*EMPIRE*​

Absolute nuclear heat as Roman Reigns marches out. He is for the first time since turning heel not wearing the usual SWAT attire. Roman is shirtless as he walks to the ring walks to the ring in his trunks. Roman as he walks to the ring glares at Ricochet as he gets heckled by the live crowd. And one fan gets a full barrage from Roman as the WWE champion confronts them.

He lifts the title in the air and even calls the fan a bitch. Roman then turns around as RICOCHET FLIES OVER THE RINGPOST AND WIPES OUT ROMAN REIGNS ON THE OUTSIDE! A loud pop as Ricochet takes the fight to the WWE champion. Ricochet gets back up to his feet as he soaks in the reaction from the fans as he hypes himself up! Ricochet starts laying in shots on Roman Reigns as he grabs hold of Roman.

He tries to get back to his feet as Ricochet plants him with KING'S LANDING (flatliner)! Roman's head bounces off the concrete floor as Ricochet gets back to his feet and lifts Roman up. He slowly rolls him into the ring before joining him inside! Ricochet climbs into the ring as Roman gets to a seated position as the referee calls for the bell to get the WWE title match underway!

WWE title match: Roman Reigns (c) vs Ricochet​

Roman struggles to his feet due to the fast-paced start by Ricochet on the outside and Ricochet sends him back down to the mat with a dropkick! Ricochet quickly as a flash makes his way to the top rope. Ricochet on the top rope steadies himself as he gets ready to hit the 630 SENTON! However Roman rolls out of the ring getting boos from the crowd! Roman slowly stumbles to his feet on the outside as Ricochet repositions himself and dives off the top rope looking to wipe out Reigns... BUT THE CHAMPION MOVES OUT OF THE WAY JUST IN TIME!

Ricochet crashes and burns as Corey puts over the downsides to Ricochet's high-risk offense. Roman meanwhile leans on the apron taking a moment to recover after the beating he received early on. He then looks at Ricochet on the floor and mounts his smaller opponent. Roman starts laying into Ricochet with several hard punches on the floor, really laying into Ricochet! In the ring, the referee gets to a 4 count as Roman gets back to his feet and hurls Ricochet into the STEEL STEPS DISLODGING THEM!

Ricochet grabs his shoulder as Roman glares at him before rolling back into the ring. He stands there for a moment thinking about taking the count-out win but shakes his head rolls back to the outside! He grabs hold of Ricochet and launches him into the barricade getting loud boos from the crowd! Ricochet slides down the barricade holding his back as Roman smirks. Roman walks over to Ricochet as he grabs him by the legs and starts swinging him around smashing his head into the barricade!

Roman swings him around 4 times really doing a number on the One and Only before tossing him to the ring floor. The referee gets to a 4 count in the ring as Roman takes a moment to insult the fans before tossing Ricochet back first into the ring apron! Ricochet clutches his back as Roman grabs him and slams him back first onto the apron again! Roman then walks away from Ricochet as he takes a moment before charging in and hits Ricochet with the DRIVE-BY KICK!

Ricochet rolls into the ring as Roman slides back inside as well and makes the cover 1 2 Ricochet kicks out! However, you can see on Ricochet's face how much damage even kicking out did to his back! And Roman knows it as he moves behind Ricochet and boots him in the small of his back! Ricochet clutches his back as Roman grabs hold of Ricochet and starts working over him with a few nerve holds as he looks to further hurt his smaller opponent.

Roman though would soon stop working over the back of Ricochet as he lifts him off the mat and tosses him into the corner of the ring! Roman charges in and starts battering Ricochet in the corner with several clotheslines! Roman even gets warned by the referee for how long he is pressing Ricochet in the corner but Roman doesn't care, knowing he keeps his title if he gets DQ'd! He grabs Ricochet bringing him out of the corner hitting a SNAP SUPLEX! Roman makes the cover 1 2 Ricochet kicks out! Roman is starting to get annoyed as he bends down looking to lift Ricochet off the mat... AS RICOCHET COUNTERS WITH A ROLL UP!

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ROMAN ROLLS THROUGH AND DEADLIFTS RICOCHET INTO THE AIR AND POWERBOMBS HIM DOWN WITH AUTHORITY! ROMAN MAKES THE COVER!

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Roman had a very close scare as Ricochet nearly stole the win with a roll-up but all he has done is make Roman mad. Roman yanks Ricochet off the mat and lifts him into the air hitting him with an OVERHEAD BELLY TO BELLY SUPLEX... BUT RICOCHET LANDS ON HIS FEET! Roman turns around as Ricochet catches him with a jumping roundhouse kick sending Roman backwards into the corner of the ring! Ricochet wastes no time as he charges at Roman in the corner and connects with a European Uppercut!

Ricochet then takes a moment before running at Roman looking to attack him but Roman ducks underneath him! However, Ricochet quick as a flash lands on his feet and springboards off the ropes hitting Roman with a TRIANGLE DROPKICK! Ricochet then looks at Roman who is stumbling to his feet so Ricochet runs off the ropes and connects with a RUNNING HURRICANNA sending Roman onto the middle rope!

Ricochet takes a moment struggling due to his back before raising his arm into the air and runs off the ropes hitting Roman with a TIGER FEINT KICK! This gets a few “619” chants from the fans as Saxton reminds us Rey Mysterio was one of Ricochet's heroes when he was growing up. Roman falls to the mat as Ricochet takes a moment before SPRINGBOARDING OFF THE ROPES AND HITTING A SLINGSHOT 450 SPLASH! Ricochet makes the cover as the spectacular move

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Ricochet gets to his feet as he wonders what he can do next. He thinks about trying to lift Roman off the mat but finds he is unable due to the damage done to his back during the match! He backs away as Roman starts to get back to his feet as he connects with a SINGLE LEG DROPKICK keeping Roman back for a moment! Ricochet then runs off the ropes looking for RECOIL... BUT ROMAN CATCHES HIM IN THE AIR WITH A SUPERMAN PUNCH!

Ricochet falls to the mat with a hard thud as Roman stands over him with a face like thunder, angry Ricochet even dared come close to beating him just now. He grabs hold of Ricochet and just starts punching him on the mat, battering the hell out of Ricochet! Roman lifts Ricochet off the mat as he plants him with a T-BONE SIDE SUPLEX BUT RICOCHET AGAIN LANDS ON HIS FEET! However, Roman is ready for it and wipes him out with a LARIAT!

Roman is getting really wound up as he drags Ricochet off the mat by the head and says to him “You want to fly? I'll make you fly” He scoops Ricochet off the mat and drops him with a POWERBOMB! Roman though again refuses to make the cover, wanting to hurt Ricochet and instead scoops him onto his shoulders and makes his way towards the ropes! He then readjusts Ricochet as he lifts him up and slams him down with an AVALANCHE POWERBOMB! Roman takes a moment before making a lazy cover!

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Ricochet kicks out!​

Roman just glares at Ricochet stunned he was able to kick out of such a powerful move. He takes a moment as he signals at the referee it must be a 3 count! However, Roman shakes his head and makes his way to the corner as he looks to end this. He lines up Ricochet getting ready to hit Ricochet with the SPEAR! He waits for Ricochet to rise as he glares at him. Ricochet slowly stumbles to his feet as Roman charges at him... BUT RICOCHET LEAPS OVER ROMAN! Ricochet lands on his feet as Roman turns around into the RECOIL! Ricochet makes the cover

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Ricochet looks disappointed as he looks at Roman and then looks to the top rope ready to end this. Ricochet climbs to the top rope and steadies himself as he lines up Roman. Ricochet has to take a moment due to the damage done to his back throughout the match before flying through the air looking for a SHOOTING STAR PRESS... AS ROMAN CATCHES HIM IN MID-AIR WITH A SPEAR! Ricochet lands on the mat with a thud as Roman makes the cover

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Winner via pinfall and still WWE champion: Roman Reigns (8:35)​

Roman takes a moment as he stays on the mat as the crowd are stunned by the finish before they remember to boos the fuck out of Roman. Roman snarls as he gets his feet and snatches his title from the referee! He lifts it into the air soaking in the boos as Corey says we may not like it but we have to accept Roman Reigns is still WWE champion. Ricochet is still down on the mat selling the impact of that lethal spear.

Saxton gives Ricochet credit for his performance tonight and says he pushed Roman to the limit but in the end, it wasn't enough. Roman slides out of the ring as he now smirks and heads up the ramp taunting the fans. Roman makes sure to shout some abuse at the fans telling them the title will stay with him! Roman then turns around as he walks up the ramp as...

DREW MCINTYRE CHARGES DOWN THE RAMP AND WIPES OUT ROMAN REIGNS WITH A CLAYMORE!​

The crowd goes insane as Drew McIntyre gets back to his feet as he stands over Roman Reigns and starts beating down the WWE champion! The commentary team once again reminds us of what happened at Summerslam where The Corporation betrayed Drew McIntyre and helped Roman Reigns become WWE champion. Drew meanwhile drags Roman up off the ramp and plants him with a FUTURESHOCK DDT! Drew takes a moment as looks at Roman and then the WWE title.

He thinks about leaving but the crowd starts chanting “ONE MORE TIME ONE MORE TIME”. Drew McIntyre nods as he hears them. He turns around and faces a rising Roman as Drew starts to count down 1 2 3 CLAYMORE! Drew McIntyre wipes out Roman Reigns one more time! Drew then takes a moment as he looks at the WWE title and lifts it into the air getting loud cheers from the British crowd. We then cut to a bunch of adverts before we get a video package for the main event as the Smackdown Women's title is on the line!

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We see highlights from over the years of the matches between both women. As these are shown we get clips of both women talking to each other. We get the quotes from the contract signing and their confrontations over the last few months before finishing on Charlotte telling Asuka she is always ready for her!

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*RECOGNITION*​

Charlotte Flair walks out first getting boos that rival the heat Roman Reigns got just now. The Queen doesn't care however as she walks down the ramp in her usual robe taking her time. Corey Graves lists off all her achievements throughout her career: NXT Champion, 4-time Raw Women's Champion, and a 3-time Smackdown Women's champion. Charlotte slowly climbs into the ring looking confident as she awaits the champion.

*THE FUTURE*​

A loud pop as the Smackdown Women's champion and the Empress of Tomorrow Asuka starts to make her way to the ring! She in her full regalia as she starts walking to the ring, definitely holding the Smackdown Women's title in the air. Saxton on commentary reminds us Charlotte is one of the few women in WWE to have ever beaten Asuka let alone could be stated as having her number.

Graves says there is no shame in being below the Queen who is arguably the best female wrestler of all time! Asuka gets in the ring as Charlotte still smirks. She passed her title to the referee whilst the usual introductions are done. Both women the entire time are staring each other down with neither wanting to blink first. The referee then calls for the bell to get the match underway!

Smackdown's Women title 2 out of 3 falls match (If Charlotte loses she can't challenge for the title whilst Asuka holds it): Asuka (c) vs Charlotte​

Once the bell rings both women carry on staring each other down, sizing up their opponents. Neither woman wants to make a mistake as they make their way towards each other and they lock up in the center of the ring. Both women battle with each other in the center of the ring. Asuka starts to take control getting Charlotte in a headlock. She grinds Charlotte down a little bit but The Queen ends up grabbing the ropes forcing a break!

Asuka lets go of the hold at the count of 1 as she puts her arms up in the air backing away from Charlotte for a moment. Charlotte looks annoyed as Asuka beckons her back to the center of the ring as the two women lock up once again! The two women are evenly matched once again as they battle in the center of the ring but this time Charlotte takes control! She gets Asuka in a headlock of her own as she looks to one-up the Empress.

Asuka though makes it to the ropes forcing a break! Charlotte however keeps the headlock on till the count of 3 before letting go! Charlotte lifts her arms into the air as she backs off for the moment. Asuka looks a little annoyed before making her way back towards the center of the ring as the two women lock up one more time. Both women are grappling with a lot more aggression now as they trade control in the center of the ring but Asuka wins out grabbing hold of Charlotte's left arm and starts to twist it!

Charlotte is in pain as Asuka looks to grind her down but Charlotte gets her right arm onto the ropes forcing another rope break! Asuka once again releases the hold and holds her arms up backing away from Charlotte smirking. Charlotte sees Asuka smirks and responds with a SLAP TO THE FACE! Asuka holds her face as Charlotte looks at her and starts laying into Asuka with several chops to the chest!

This prompts a lot of WOO chants from the live crowd as Charlotte backs Asuka back towards the center of the ring. Asuka though as each chop lands gets angrier and angrier. She then responds with a few chops of her own stopping Charlotte for a moment! Asuka lays in a few hard strikes sending Charlotte to the ropes. Asuka then hits Charlotte with a flurry of kicks battering the Queen sending her into the ropes! Asuka then follows it up with a SPINNING BACK FIST sending Charlotte to the outside!

Charlotte lands on the ring floor outside as she takes a moment to grab her jaw. As Charlotte rises back to her feet we see Asuka stood in the ring beckoning Charlotte to make her way back inside. Charlotte shakes her head before rolling into the ring charging at Asuka who avoids her and drops Charlotte with a low kick sweeping the Queen off her feet! Asuka follows it up with a few kicks to the chest before running off the ropes and hits Charlotte with a RUNNING HIP ATTACK! Asuka makes the first cover of the match 1 2 Charlotte kicks out!

Asuka once again looks to go for a few kicks to the chest of Charlotte but The Queen counters grabbing the ankle and plants Asuka with a dragon screw leg whip! Charlotte looks to keep up the pressure going for a front chop block but Asuka jumps over Charlotte avoiding the attack! Asuka turns around looking to attack Charlotte but The Queen counters spinning Asuka round and plants her with a BRIDGING GERMAN SUPLEX! Charlotte makes the cover 1 2 Asuka kicks out!

Charlotte gets back to her feet as she leaps into the air and hits Asuka with a knee drop looking to keep her on the mat! The Queen then locks her legs around Asuka's head in a figure-four like position as she looks to grind Asuka down! Corey on commentary mentions both women will know they are going to be in this for the long haul and will need to wear the other down. Charlotte keeps twisting Asuka on the mat before transitioning her body flipping Asuka over and starts hitting multiple push-up facebusters to the mat!

Charlotte slams Asuka's face down to the mat with force before letting go of Asuka's head as the Queen smirks. Charlotte looks at Asuka and runs off the ropes hitting a basement dropkick! Charlotte makes the cover 1 2 Asuka kicks out! Charlotte grabs hold of Asuka as she lifts her off the mat locking her in a cravate and starts hitting Asuka with knee strikes as she wears down Asuka once again. Charlotte then looks to transition into a neckbreaker! Charlotte makes the cover 1 2 Asuka kicks out!

Charlotte grabs hold of Asuka looking to lift her off the mat and carry on her domination but Asuka fights back and even connects with a boot to the arm! Asuka grabs Charlotte as she goes backwards hitting a snap suplex! Asuka makes the cover 1 2 Charlotte kicks out! Asuka grabs hold of Charlotte as she looks to go after the arm but Charlotte counters and locks in an ARMBAR OF HER OWN! Charlotte starts trying to wrench the hold back as Asuka starts to transition her body and gets her feet on the ropes!

Charlotte keeps the hold on till the count of 3 before letting go of the hold! Charlotte gets to her feet as she grabs Asuka and hits her with a suplex into the ropes! Asuka bounces back off them as Charlotte makes the cover 1 2 Asuka kicks out! Charlotte looks to grab the arm of Asuka again looking to work over it but Asuka repositions her body so she can kick Charlotte is the head sending the Queen backwards! Asuka then rolls over and sweeps the leg out from underneath Charlotte sending her down to the mat as ASUKA GOES FOR THE ASUKA LOCK!

Asuka starts to get her arm locked around Charlotte's head but the Queen moves her body just like Asuka did and gets her feet on the ropes! Asuka this time keeps the hold in till the count of 3 before dropping Charlotte. Charlotte slowly gets back to her feet as Asuka starts connecting with several kicks before grabbing Charlotte and sending her across the ring away from the ropes with a GERMAN SUPLEX! Asuka climbs the ropes as she positions herself on Bret's rope and dives off hitting a missile dropkick to Charlotte! Asuka makes the cover 1 2 Charlotte kicks out!

Asuka gets to her feet as she hits her with a switchblade kick keeping Charlotte down! Asuka rolls Charlotte over and makes another cover 1 2 Charlotte kicks out! Asuka is starting to take control of the match and looks to keep it that way as she whacks Charlotte with several low kicks to the chest and runs off the ropes hitting a splash! Asuka stays on for the cover 1 2 Charlotte kicks out!

Asuka gets back to her feet and starts working over Charlotte locking her in several submissions on the mat, wearing down Charlotte, and getting her ready for the Asuka Lock. Charlotte struggles on the mat as Asuka is really starting to take control as she looks to transition one of her holds into a FUJIWARA ARMBAR! Charlotte though counters and reverses it into a ROLL-UP!

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Asuka kicks out!​

Charlotte nearly sneaked out the first fall there! Asuka looks annoyed as she charges at Charlotte laying in several strikes, angry she came so close to falling behind as she keeps Charlotte down on the mat! Asuka goes to lift Charlotte into the air but Charlotte POKES HER IN THE EYES! Loud boos from the British crowd with the referee warning Charlotte but she responds with a smirk and goes low taking out Asuka's left leg with a FRONT CHOP BLOCK!

Asuka falls to the mat and starts clutching her leg as Charlotte smirks. She makes her way over to Asuka and jumps on the left leg further doing damage to the Empress! Charlotte then grabs hold of the left leg and starts working over it with several submission holds and a few rolling leg snaps as she really looks to ramp up the pressure on Asuka! Charlotte eventually sticks Asuka in a SINGLE LEG BOSTON CRAB as she twists the leg and back of the champion!

Asuka is struggling in the hold as Corey talks about whether Asuka is better off just tapping out now and not taking any more damage from this hold! Asuka though starts trying to get out of the hold but Charlotte places more pressure on the back and forces Asuka down to the mat really doing damage to the champion. Asuka fights through the pain and refuses to lose the first fall as she crawls to the ropes and places her hand on the ropes forcing a break!

Charlotte keeps it in till the count of 3 before letting go as Asuka once again grabs her leg clearly in pain after Charlotte's targeted assault over the last few minutes. Charlotte looks at Asuka and jumps into the air hitting a knee drop to the damaged leg! Charlotte then grabs hold of Asuka and hits her with an exploder suplex into the corner of the ring! Asuka stumbles out of the corner as Charlotte charges in and connects with the QUEEN'S BOOT!

Asuka slumps down in the corner of the ring as Charlotte smirks and charges at Asuka hitting her with a basement dropkick! Asuka slumps down in the corner as Charlotte walks towards Asuka but stops suddenly as she has an idea.Charlotte rolls out of the ring and makes her way towards Asuka as she grabs her left leg and locks in a FIGURE-FOUR LEGLOCK ON THE RINGPOST! Charlotte starts wrenching on the left leg of Asuka as the referee starts his count!

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Charlotte lets go a fraction before the 5 count nearly getting herself DQ'd there!​

Asuka in the ring is forced to grab hold of her left leg which is in a ton of pain as Charlotte stretches her arms out and lets out a WOO! This further pisses off the UK crowd as the Queen slowly makes her way back into the ring as she looks to pick the bones and get the first fall. She bends down as she looks to lock in the FIGURE FOUR LEGLOCK... BUT ASUKA KICKS HER OFF WITH HER RIGHT LEG!

Asuka desperately kicks at Charlotte until she falls back to the mat as Asuka struggles up to her feet using the ropes to help her! She stands up struggling to put weight on her left leg before making her way over to Charlotte and dropping her with a running hip attack! Asuka pauses for a moment before running off the ropes and hitting a SHINING WIZARD USING HER RIGHT LEG! Asuka takes a moment before making the cover 1 2 Charlotte kicks out!

Asuka gets back to her feet as he looks to lift Charlotte off the mat but as she is lifting Charlotte up, her leg gives way! She drops Charlotte who smirks and pounces straight away as she grabs the weakened leg and hits her with a ROLLING LEG SNAP! Charlotte keeps hold of Asuka's left leg and locks in the FIGURE-FOUR LEGLOCK! Charlotte gets the hold locked in tight as she wrenches it back and puts pressure on the left leg of Asuka!

Asuka can't help but shout in Japanese as she is in a ton of pain in the center of the ring! Asuka though doesn't want to tap out to the Queen one more time. She grits her teeth as Charlotte starts trying to arch her back and transition into the FIGURE-EIGHT... BUT ASUKA REVERSE THE PRESSURE! Asuka now has the pressure on the leg of Charlotte as she tries to force a tap out from the Queen! Charlotte though knows the hold inside out and gets her leg free!

And with her free leg, Charlotte starts booting Asuka in the damaged left leg! She boots it a few times before grabbing it as she goes for another attempt at the FIGURE FOUR LEGLOCK but Asuka fights back and sends Charlotte back for a moment, stopping her relentless assault on the left leg for a second! Asuka though only just stumbles to her feet as Charlotte comes charging back at her as Asuka connects with a DOUBLE KNEE FACEBUSTER!

Charlotte drops to the mat as Asuka has to take a few moments to recover due to the damage she did to her own leg using it for an attack. By the time Asuka stops clutching her leg, she realizes Charlotte isn't going to stay down for a 3 count. Asuka instead makes her way over to Charlotte's right leg and lays in several kicks with her good leg! Saxton on commentary wonders if Asuka is attacking Charlotte's leg to weaken the Figure-eight leglock.

Asuka then grabs hold of the right leg as she looks to go for an ANKLE LOCK but Charlotte flips Asuka over sending her into the ropes! Asuka turns back around as Charlotte charges in and wipes Asuka out with a FRONT CHOP BLOCK! Charlotte is once again targeting the leg with lethal precision! Charlotte then lets out an evil smile as she makes her way over to the ropes and makes the climb. She takes a moment before flying off the top rope and hits Asuka with a DIVING CORKSCREW MOONSAULT! Charlotte makes the cover

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Winner of the first fall via pinfall: Charlotte (16:48)​

Loud boos as Charlotte lets out an evil smile happy to have picked up the first fall and Asuka now has a mountain to climb if she wants to retain her Smackdown Women's title! Asuka meanwhile is only just coming to as she gets to a seated position as Charlotte runs off the ropes and hits Asuka with NATURAL SELECTION! Charlotte makes a cocky cover

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Asuka kicks out!​

Charlotte thought she had the match won there but she smiles, not worried about Asuka making a comeback. She makes her way to Asuka's leg looking for the FIGURE-FOUR LEGLOCK! Asuka though has enough energy to get her body to the ropes forcing Charlotte to let go and giving Asuka some time to recover! Saxton on commentary wonders if Asuka can get back into this match as she is on the ropes right now.

Charlotte though doesn't want to waste any time as she charges in going for another FRONT CHOP BLOCK BUT ASUKA MOVES JUST IN TIME! Asuka quickly responds with several low kicks with her left leg! She fights through the pain using her right leg to stay upright as she fends Charlotte off! Asuka has to pauses for a moment as Charlotte comes back on the attack but Asuka counters with an INVERTED DDT! Asuka makes the cover

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Charlotte kicks out!​

Asuka gets back to her feet as Charlotte stays on the mat. Asuka gets to her feet, still limping as she makes her way towards Charlotte and starts laying in several stomps and kicks to the mid-section of Charlotte looking to keep her down! Asuka then flips Charlotte over as she grabs hold of her head and locks in an STF on Charlotte! Asuka starts wrenching back the hold as she looks to even the score! Charlotte struggles in the hold but starts making her way to the ropes!

Charlotte is in a lot of pain but she starts crawling to the ropes and nearly makes it so Asuka lets go of the hold! Asuka then starts laying in several kicks to the chest of Charlotte with her bad leg but noticeably winces after each one! Asuka looks to finish up with a roundhouse kick but CHARLOTTE GRABS HER FOOT! Asuka though jumps up and boots Charlotte in the face forcing her to let go and falls through the ropes to the floor!

Charlotte lands with a big thud as Asuka takes a moment in the ring check on her left leg which is in a lot of pain. Asuka slowly climbs over the ropes onto the apron as Charlotte slowly gets back to her feet as Asuka uses her right leg and hits a SOCCER KICK to Charlotte's chest! Charlotte falls to the floor as Asuka jumps off the apron and hits an elbow drop to the chest!

In the ring, the referee gets to a 4 count as Asuka lifts Charlotte up and looks to roll her back into the ring. She gets her inside the ring as she climbs onto the ring apron but as she is climbing back inside Charlotte hits a baseball slide to the left leg of Asuka sending her to the floor! The referee starts to count but Charlotte shakes her head as she looks to climb to the top rope.

She takes a moment as she looks at Asuka and dives off the top rope hitting Asuka with a MOONSAULT ON THE OUTSIDE! Some of the crowd can't help but cheer for the high-risk move however the majority boo as it was Charlotte who hit it. Charlotte picks up Asuka as he rolls her into the ring and makes the cover looking to end this

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Asuka kicks out!​

Charlotte looks annoyed but makes her way over to Asuka's left leg and looks to go for the FIGURE-FOUR but Asuka weakly manages to get her arm on the ropes forcing a break! Charlotte seems annoyed but she quickly releases the hold slamming Asuka's left leg to the mat! Charlotte grabs hold of Asuka lifting her off the mat and hits Asuka with a slam! Charlotte follows it up looking for a knee drop onto the left leg but Asuka moves out of the way just in time! Charlotte crashes to the mat as Asuka follows it up with a BUZZSAW KICK! Asuka makes the cover

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Charlotte kicks out!​

Asuka pounds the mat as she wonders what she needs to do to get a pinfall yet alone two over Charlotte Flair tonight! Asuka looks at Charlotte and then looks to bring Charlotte towards the center of the ring and tries to lock in the ASUKA LOCK! Charlotte though desperately fights Asuka off and looks to find a way to escape the hold but Asuka uses that to transition and lock in a FUJIWARA ARMBAR INSTEAD! Asuka starts wrenching on the hold as she tries to force a tap from Charlotte!

Charlotte is in trouble as Asuka wrenches the hold back putting pressure on the right arm of Charlotte! Charlotte lifts her arm in the air as she teases tapping but instead starts punching the damaged leg of Asuka with her free arm until she lets go of the hold! Both women roll away from each other and head to the ropes on opposite sides of the ring as they look to recover. Charlotte favors her right arm whilst Asuka is still favoring her left leg.

Both women then stare at each other for a few seconds as Charlotte smirks and lifts her finger into the air “just one more”! Asuka frowns and moves forward as fast as she can towards the center of the ring and SLAPS CHARLOTTE! Charlotte holds her face for a moment before firing back with a forearm smash! Asuka moves back slightly before firing off one of her own!

Both women start trading forearms in the center of the ring as they cheer Asuka and boo Charlotte! Charlotte though starts to take control as she rocks Asuka with several in a row sending Asuka into the ropes. Asuka bounces off the ropes as Charlotte goes for another forearm... BUT ASUKA COUNTERS WITH A FLYING ARMBAR! Asuka gets her body wrapped around the right arm of Charlotte once again and gets the hold locked in tight!

Asuka starts full-on wrenching Charlotte's arm as she looks to force a tap from the Queen! Charlotte once again looks like she might tap out as she lifts her left arm in the air as she is starting to struggle due to the pain. Charlotte tries to punch Asuka off one more time but Asuka seeing it coming lets go of the hold rolling away and goes to kick Charlotte's chest but Charlotte sweeps the leg dropping Asuka!

Charlotte has to take a moment to recover as she rolls to the other side of the ring. Charlotte looks to get some feeling back in her arm and looks at Asuka. Asuka charges in but Charlotte connects with a SCOOP SLAM! Charlotte then nods as she runs off the ropes and gets ready to go for NATURAL SELECTION. She runs off the ropes as Asuka gets back to her feet and clocks her with a SPIN KICK! Charlotte drops like a sack of spuds as Asuka makes the cover

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Charlotte kicks out!​

Asuka though wastes no time as she drags Charlotte back to the center of the ring and locks in an ANKLE LOCK! Asuka grabs hold of Charlotte's right leg as she locks in the famous submission hold. Saxton is confused on commentary asking Corey why she is targeting the leg not the arm. Corey explains Asuka must be doing this to weaken the leg ready for the figure-eight leglock and get a pinfall! Charlotte on the mat tries to get some momentum or use her arms to get out of the hold or get to the ropes but she can't due to the damage done to her right arm! Charlotte thinks for a moment...

AND TAPS OUT!

Winner of the second fall via pinfall: Asuka (25:08)​

Asuka lets go of Charlotte's leg and drops it to the mat as Charlotte rolls out of the ring immediately! Asuka though wants to press her advantage and rolls out of the ring following after Charlotte! Charlotte struggles to her feet as Asuka clobbers her from behind! Asuka grabs hold of Charlotte and tries to roll her back into the ring but Charlotte BOOTS ASUKA IN HER DAMAGED LEFT LEG!

Asuka drops to the floor as Charlotte leans on the apron for a moment before grabbing Asuka by her hair and tossing her into the ringpost! In the ring, the referee gets to a 4 count as Charlotte looks at Asuka and backs away as she lines the Empress up! Charlotte charges in looking for the QUEEN'S BOOT ONTO ASUKA'S HEAD ON THE RINGPOST... BUT ASUKA MOVES JUST IN TIME! Charlotte ends up full on booting the ring post with her right leg!

Charlotte falls to the floor as Asuka looks at Charlotte and smiles! Asuka grabs the Queen and slowly rolls her back into the ring! Asuka rolls back into the ring as she looks to bring Charlotte back towards the center of the ring for another ANKLE LOCK... BUT CHARLOTTE THIS TIME BOOTs ASUKA AWAY!

Asuka stumbles back as Charlotte charges in but Asuka dodges and goes for a SPIN KICK... Charlotte avoids it and hits her left leg with an INVERTED LEG STUNNER! Asuka falls to the mat grabbing her left leg as Charlotte rests on the ropes a moment. Charlotte struggles to stand on her leg having booted the ring post. Charlotte limps over to Asuka as she looks to grab the champion BUT ASUKA ROLLS HER UP!

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Charlotte kicks out!​

Asuka nearly won it there! The British crowd are disappointed Charlotte kicked out as Asuka goes for a kick to the chest but Charlotte catches her leg and lifts her into the air hitting her with a SPINEBUSTER! Charlotte then drops to the mat next to Asuka but doesn't make a cover. Instead, she makes her way over to the legs of Asuka and looks to go for the FIGURE-FOUR LEGLOCK! Charlotte starts trying to stretch the leg of Asuka but is struggling to get it in properly due to the damage done to her leg as Asuka grits her teeth in pain! Charlotte though wrenches the hold back and makes the bridge for the FIGURE-EIGHT!

Asuka cries in pain as she struggles in the hold!

Asuka lifts her hand in the air!

BUT SHE SHOUTS NO!

SHE REFUSES TO LOSE TO CHARLOTTE AGAIN!

CHARLOTTE IS TRYING TO WRENCH BACK THE HOLD EVEN MORE AS SHE CAN'T GET IT ON WITH THE FULL FORCE...

SO ASUKA CRAWLS TOWARDS THE ROPES...

CHARLOTTE TRIES TO STOP HER...


BUT ASUKA MAKES IT TO THE ROPES TO BREAK THE HOLD!​

Charlotte holds on till the count of 4, making the most of the referee's count before letting go of the hold! Charlotte backs away from Asuka as she pounds the mat frustrated she can't finish the job as we approach the 30-minute mark. Charlotte charges at her and whacks her with a forearm as she stumbles away from the ropes! Charlotte then grabs Asuka lifting her up but Asuka fights back sending Charlotte backwards. Asuka goes for a SPIN KICK but Charlotte ducks underneath! Asuka turns around as Charlotte runs off the ropes and hits a SPEAR! Charlotte makes the cover!

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Asuka kicks out!​

Charlotte looks legit frustrated as she can't seem to put Asuka away. She argues with the referee once again before shaking her head. She then looks at the top rope and she nods. She slowly makes her way to the ropes and makes the climb, struggling due to the damage done to her right leg. Charlotte struggles as she steadies herself before turning around as Asuka charges at her and connects with a punch stunning her!

Asuka then slowly makes the climb as she joins Charlotte on the top rope. She gets a few shots in but she clearly is struggling as well due to the damage done to her left leg so far! Both women via for control but Charlotte wins out with a kick to the left leg! Charlotte though had to use her right leg and takes a moment! However, this gives Asuka the chance to jump into the air and hit a SPIN KICK! Asuka takes a moment to feel her leg before she jumps to the top and hits a SUPERPLEX! Asuka makes the cover

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Charlotte kicks out!​

Asuka can't believe it as the commentary team reminds us that is how Asuka finished off Charlotte at the Great American Bash! Asuka gets to her feet as she grabs hold of Charlotte and looks to lock in the ASUKA LOCK! Asuka looks like she is going to get it locked in but Charlotte starts elbowing Asuka off her! Asuka is forced to let go of the hold! Charlotte then follows up with a neckbreaker! Charlotte then runs off the ropes and connects with NATURAL SELECTION! Charlotte makes the cover

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Asuka kicks out!​

Charlotte looks angry as she gets back to her feet as she makes her way to the leg of Asuka! She looks to go for the FIGURE-EIGHT but Asuka counters tripping Charlotte up and bringing her down to the mat as she locks in the ASUKA LOCK! Asuka wraps her body around the Queen as Charlotte tries to keep her arm free to stop Asuka getting it in tight... BUT ASUKA GRABS THE DAMAGED RIGHT ARM AND TWISTS IT BACK!

Charlotte tries to get to a seated position instead of pushing with her leg but she can't manage it due to the damage done to her right leg! Asuka meanwhile is staying focused as she keeps the hold locked in tight, desperately trying to force a tap! Charlotte looks to the ropes to see if she can make it! She tries to move to the ropes but has now been in the hold for over a minute and is starting to fade! Asuka though sees this and adds a twist as she moves her leg so it is stretching Charlotte's damaged right leg!

CHARLOTTE IS IN SO MUCH PAIN!

SHE TRIES TO FIND AN ESCAPE!

ANY ESCAPE

BUT SHE CAN'T GET OUT OF THE HOLD!

SHE CAN'T GET TO THE ROPES!

HER EYES START TO FADE!

BUT JUST BEFORE HER EYES FADES THE QUEEN WINCES...




AND TAPS OUT!


Winner of the third fall via submission and still Smackdown Women's champion: Asuka (34:53)​

Asuka holds on for a few extra seconds after the bell before finally letting go of Charlotte! The crowd goes wild, happy Asuka was able to retain tonight as the commentary put over the mountain she had to climb after going 1-0 down. Asuka rests on the mat next to Charlotte for the moment as both women are exhausted after this war! The referee brings Asuka her Smackdown Women's title as she places it on the chest of Asuka.

Asuka stays laid out on the mat as she clutches her title as tight as she can. Charlotte meanwhile rolls to the outside of the ring and sits on the outside exhausted. Charlotte then looks back in the ring and sees Asuka lifting the title in the air as the weight of what just happened sinks in. Asuka in the ring stares at Charlotte and smiles. Charlotte meanwhile looks on the verge of tears as the show comes to a close with Asuka stood tall having finally overcome the Queen with the Smackdown Women's title on the line.

EWR Rating:
74%​

 

[Chris]

Holy shit

I think the opener and main event were my two matches but this shit all looks great.

Drew squashing Corbin

 

[Cwalker]

Peter fuckin Dunne

And that main event...poor Queen but

 

[Roy Mustang]

Predictions contest:

Ps: I will count New Day and Revival as surprise picks as they weren't meant to be on the main card

WolfBeast: 16
Chris: 13
InevitableDan: 9

4 big matches announced for the first-ever Smackdown Live on Fox​

After a massive night for the Smackdown brand with London Calling, we have another one as Smackdown Live makes its debut on Fox. And they intend to start with a bang as 4 major matches have been announced for the show:

WWE title match: Roman Reigns vs Drew McIntyre​

The first and arguably the biggest is the main event for the show as Roman Reigns 5 nights removed from successfully defending his WWE title against the One and Only Ricochet will be defending his WWE title against Drew McIntyre! Drew McIntyre was screwed out of the WWE title by the Corporation at Summerslam and ever since has been on the warpath looking for revenge. After destroying Baron Corbin and Elias at London Calling he now goes after the star of the Corporation. Can Roman hold onto his WWE title or will Drew McIntyre get his revenge?

Smackdown tag team titles match: Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn (c) vs The Hardy Boyz​

The second match announced was made official after The Hardy Boyz picked up the win in the number one contender's tag turmoil match on the Kick-Off show. The Hardy Boyz have had a rough year thanks to the War Raiders and Bray Wyatt injuring Jeff Hardy twice. However, with Bray Wyatt now gone from WWE and their win last night, can the Hardy Boyz top off a great few weeks by getting back to the top of the tag team division. Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn meanwhile come off a war with The War Raiders and you have to wonder what state they will be in and if they can hold onto their tag team teams titles?

Grudge match: The New Day vs Randy Orton and The Revival​

The third match announced is a 6-man tag as the long-running rivalry between Randy Orton and Kofi Kingston carries on. Both men fought in a No Holds Barred match at London Calling but Orton picked up the win thanks to The Revival. Big E and Woods though came out to counter their presence but Orton being the snake that he is pounced on the distraction caused. Now The New Day gets their chance to team up for the first time in over a month after Orton punted Kofi in the skull and look to get a win over not only Randy Orton but also The Revival!

Tag team match: The Miz and ??? vs Baron Corbin and Elias​

And the fourth and final match announced for the first Smackdown Live on Fox is a tag team match as The Miz carries on his war with the Corporation as he teams up with a mystery partner to take on Baron Corbin and Elias. The Miz has promised an old friend from the past and that he will bring back The Miz of old to take down the Corporation.

Smackdown Women's title match announced for Halloween Havoc!​

Whilst the focus right now is on Smackdown Live's first-ever episode on Fox, in 4 weeks things get spooky at Halloween Havoc! And the first match has been made official for the show! Ruby Riott who picked up a win over her former friend Liv Morgan at London Calling has been given the chance to fight for the Smackdown Women's title as announced by Shane McMahon on Twitter! She will take on Asuka who is coming off the biggest win of her career having beaten The Queen Charlotte Flair in a two out of three falls match, not only retaining her title but also stopping Charlotte from getting another shot whilst she holds the title! Will Ruby cause a Riott and upset the Empress or does Asuka stay on top of the Smackdown Women's division?

Discussion on 4 men who asked for their release earlier this year:​

There have been rumbles backstage about 4 men who asked for their release at the start of the year and their contracts are up after Wrestlemania: Luke Harper, The Revival, and Rusev. WWE rejected all 4 men's request due to the new writing team valuing all 4 men. Luke Harper out of the 4 seems to be the happiest now he is getting used in a featured role even if he just lost his Intercontinental title. Rusev it is unknown how he feels but rumors are he may be given a US title reign to try to get him to say. The Revival situation is a bit tricker. WWE are trying to put more focus on the tag team division to please them but it is unknown if the damage has already been done as the pair have made it clear they don't care if they are champions or not as long as the division is thriving.

Velveteen Dream fired from WWE:​

Velveteen Dream has been released from WWE.

Matches announced for Friday night Smackdown:

WWE title match:
Roman Reigns (c) vs Drew McIntyre

Smackdown tag team titles match:
Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn (c) vs The Hardy Boyz

Grudge match:
The New Day vs Randy Orton and The Revival

Tag team match:
The Miz and ??? vs Baron Corbin and Elias


Matchcard for Halloween Havoc:
October 27th
New Orleans, Louisiana

Theme song:


Smackdown Women's title match:
Asuka (c) vs Ruby Riott​

 

[Chris]

Fuck Wolfbeast

 

[Roy Mustang]

Monday Night Raw:
September 30th:
Madison square garden, New York​

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Michael Cole: Welcome to Monday Raw, coming from WWE's second home Madison Square Garden!

Big Show: And we have a big night in store Michael!

*MAKING A DIFFERENCE*​

Well before Big Show and Michael Cole can carry on talking about what is in store for tonight's show, The Ungovenables make their way out getting a mixed reaction from the live crowd! It is mostly boos but a few fans do cheer for the group. Zelina Vega leads the way with a scowl on her face as she is joined by Andrade Cien Almas, Cesaro, and Ilja Dragunov. Andrade and Cesaro are in suits whilst Ilja looks like the wild madman he is dressed in a leather jacket as he looks at the crowd.

Michael Cole: Last week Andrade attempted to cash in his Money in the Bank briefcase on Seth Rollins but AJ Styles stopped him!

Big Show: And The Ungovenables ain't going to take that lying down.

The Ungovenables are now in the ring as the trio stands behind their leader Zelina as she gets ready to speak.

Zelina Vega: AJ, last week you made a big mistake by getting involved in our business!

A mixed reaction for the mentioning AJ Styles's name as Zelina shakes her head.

Zelina Vega: You stopped my client from getting what has always been his since winning this.

Zelina lifts the Money in the Bank briefcase into the air.

Zelina Vega: You think that this is The Club's show? No this is our show and we will take it over. Those tag team titles around the Good Brothers waist. Soon they will be around our waist.

Cesaro silently nods whilst Ilja licks his lips excited at the prospect of becoming a tag team champion.

Zelina Vega: And soon the Universal title will be ours. Now some people might say you stopped the inventible but what you did was far worse!

She passes the microphone to Andrade as she lets him take over for a moment.

Andrade Cien Almas: You stopped me from walking into Mexico as champion!

Mixed reaction from the crowd causing Andrade to scowl.

Andrade Cien Almas: You stupid people wouldn't understand the pride the Mexican people have!

Cheap heat as Andrade is still steaming.

Andrade Cien Almas: How about AJ Styles comes out here right now and fight me like a man!

Andrade passes the microphone to Zelina who looks a little surprised but before she can say anything...

*PHENOMENAL*​

Ask and you shall receive! AJ Styles makes his way out getting a mixed reaction from the live crowd as well but it leans closer to cheers for the Phenomenal One. He is also flanked by his two boys The Good Brothers Karl Anderson and Luke Gallows! The Good Brothers have the tag team titles in their hands as they make sure to lift them into the air taunting Cesaro and Ilja Dragunov! Zelina tells them to stay in the ring which AJ hears and smirks.

AJ Styles: We're getting involved in your business? No, you're the ones who got involved in Club business.

The Good Brothers nod as AJ steps forward. Zelina in the ring meanwhile looks unimpressed.

AJ Styles: You kept messing with my boys. And you think I'm going to stand for you attacking my boys like you did last week? No chance. No one messes with The Club.

Mixed reaction from the crowd with a good portion still booing AJ.

AJ Styles: See I don't give a damn about Seth Rollins or Rey Mysterio. Whoever wins at Armageddon is keeping that title warm for me.

AJ at this point steps into the ring with the Good Brothers at his side. He gets right in Andrade's face as Zelina looks to keep her client back. Cesaro and Ilja meanwhile eyeball the Good Brothers ready for a scrap as well.

AJ Styles: And since you stepped into The Club's house, we'll show you how we deal with intruders.

AJ glares at Andrade who is more than ready to fight AJ but Zelina calms her client down and gets his to back off for a moment.

Zelina Vega: AJ this might have been the Club's house once upon a time but it is time for a new era. And it is time for a new top star. An idol. An...

Karl Anderson: Oh shut it, you nerd!

A pop even if it is a weak insult. Cesaro steps forward getting in Karl Anderson's face. Cesaro dares him to repeat that. Karl smirks and gets ready to but instead...

*BRING THE SWAG*​

A good pop as The Street Profits make their way out with a pair of microphones in their hands but no red cups. None of the people in the ring look impressed as The Street Profits start to walk to the ring.

Angelo Dawkins: AJ, AJ, let us stop you there. Your boys have unfinished business with us.

Montez Ford: And Zelina you may think those Raw tag team titles are up for grabs but girl they have our names on it.

The Street Profits steps into the ring as Montez approaches Zelina.

Montez Ford: But if you wanted a real team, you should have hit us up!

Cesaro and Ilja step forward now confronting the pair.

Montez Ford: Hey, hey the lady can speak for herself guys.

Zelina Vega: My name is Zelina Vega and I will be addressed as such. You two are little boys whilst my clients are men.

AJ Styles: And none of you are on our level!

*BOOYAKA 619*​

And the ring is about to get even more crowded. A massive pop as the new number one contender to the Universal title Rey Mysterio makes his way out with a microphone in his hand. However before Rey can say a word, Andrade borrows the microphone from Zelina.

Andrade Cien Almas: Rey you got lucky! AJ saved you from getting shown up in Mexico by a real star!

Loud boos as Rey shakes his head.

Rey Mysterio: Andrade, there was a small part of me hoping you would cash in on Seth. Because I cannot wait to get my hands on you.

Zelina Vega: Well that's interesting to hear Rey because we do things on our terms, not yours.

Boos from the crowd.

Zelina Vega: And trust me whoever wins in Mexico should remember Andrade has the key to turning their dreams into a nightmare!

Boos again from the crowd as AJ rolls his eyes. Montez Ford looks to speak.

Montez Ford: And whose to say we would let that happen to our friend Seth?

Angelo Dawkins: Or to an icon like Rey Mysterio?

AJ Styles: Yeah you two love doing Seth's dirty work don't you?

Montez turns around to confront AJ Styles but then...

*BURN IT DOWN/SECOND COMING*​

The Universal champion himself Seth Rollins makes his way out. He has his title firmly around his waist as he slowly walks towards the ring. He has a microphone of his own.

Seth Rollins: AJ I don't know how many times you need to hear this, but I didn't tell the Street Profits to do anything.

Mixed reaction from the crowd though it is still mostly cheers.

Seth Rollins: They choose to stop your boys from sticking their noses it but you're just like Andrade in that regard. Always need someone to help you get the job done!

Seth turns his attention to Mr. Money in the Bank.

Seth Rollins: I know the game you’re trying to play Andrade and it almost worked last week. But remember how became WWE champion?

Seth points at the briefcase.

Seth Rollins: You were this close last week and I have to give you credit, I should have seen it coming. But you didn't think about all the factors, did you? And in Mexico, I'll be ready after I retain this title once again!

Rey Mysterio: You think it will be that easy Seth?

Seth turns around to face Rey as the two men stare each other down as the tension builds in the ring with the 3 tag teams ready to fight. Andrade and AJ are also ready to come to blows as...

*STARS IN THE NIGHT*​

The Raw Commissioner Paige makes her way out getting a decent pop from the fans as everyone in the ring turns their attention towards the entrance ramp, ready to hear what the boss has to say.

Paige: I want to make one thing clear to everyone in that ring. This isn't your house this is my house!

The fans chant along bringing a slight smile to Paige's face as she refocuses and turns her attention back to the wrestlers in the ring.

Paige: Now we have got that business out of the way let me get to the reason I'm out here! To make matches the fans want to see!

Cheap pop from the live crowd.

Paige: And in the main event of tonight's show Seth Rollins will team with the man he faces at Armageddon Rey Mysterio to take on AJ Styles and Andrade Cien Almas!

Loud cheers from the crowd for a blockbuster main event. Seth and Rey look at each giving the other one a respectful nod. Andrade and AJ meanwhile both look annoyed.

Paige: However that is not the only match I came out here to announce.

Everyone in the ring looks a little confused.

Paige: Street Profits and Good Brothers. It seems you both want a piece of the Ungovenables! Well during the commercial break you will pick a member from your team each and you will team up to face the Ungovenables in tag team action next!

Both teams look at each other not happy to be working together. Meanwhile, Zelina talks to her team giving them some instructions.

Paige: Oh and for both matches, everyone out here right now is banned from ringside!

The Club and The Ungovenables both look furious upon hearing that. The Street Profits meanwhile start doing rock paper scissors to see who fights after the break. Lastly, we see both Seth and Rey looking at each other as they will have to team up later on tonight.

Michael Cole: A big main event announced for later on tonight as Seth Rollins teams up with Rey Mysterio to take on Andrade Cien Almas and AJ Styles!

Big Show: And up next we will see one-half of the Raw tag team champions team with the one-half of the Street Profits to take on Cesaro and Ilja Dragunov. Don't go anywhere!

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Match 1: Angelo Dawkins and Karl Anderson vs The Ungovenables (Cesaro and Ilja Dragunov)​

Match summary: When we return from the commercial break the match is underway as the commentary team reveals Angelo Dawkins and Karl Anderson were the men picked by their teams to compete in this match. And right from the off, you can tell there is tension between them. Dawkins spends a good portion of his time in the ring playing up to the crowd whilst Anderson is all business and pushing the ref's counts to the limit.

The Ungovenables across the ring show much better chemistry as a team as Big Show on commentary gives the pair credit for how well they are starting to gel as a team. Michael Cole puts over Cesaro as a tag team specialist and being able to team with anyone. During the match we also cut backstage as Montez Ford and Luke Gallows are watching the match together, neither man smiling and both side-eyeing the other. Back in the ring Dawkins and Anderson make a lot of blind tags bringing themselves into the match and angering their partner.

And this proves to the team's downfall as in the closing stages Anderson slaps the chest of Dawkins to tag him into the match after they had a heated exchange. Dawkins responds with a punch to Anderson's face as Ilja Dragunov catches a staggered Anderson with TORPEDO MOSCOW! Dawkins looks stunned as Cesaro hits Dawkins with a European Uppercut! Cesaro then lifts Dawkins up into the air and plants him with the RICOLA BOMB! Cesaro hooks the leg 1 2 3! The Ungovenables pick up the win!

Winners via pinfall: The Ungovenables (11:43)​

Cesaro and Ilja Dragunov get to their feet as they share a fist bump and raise each other's arms into the air soaking in the cheers from the live crowd. On the outside, Karl Anderson is just starting to come to as he rubs his jaw which is in pain.

Michael Cole: A big win for the Ungovenables tonight.

Big Show: Not only did they beat one-half of the Raw tag team champions but they also beat one-half of the teams they will face in the championship scramble at Armageddon!

Angelo Dawkins rolls to the outside as he sells the damage he took from the Ricola bomb as Karl Anderson walks over to him and pushes him! Angelo pushes him back as we see the referee slide out of the ring and get between them! A bunch of other referees pour out from the back to keep them apart. The Ungovenables in the ring watching this chuckle, enjoying the show.

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We then cut backstage as we see Luke Gallows and Montez Ford already in each other's face!

Luke Gallows: Maybe if your partner knew when to listen to a veteran they wouldn't have lost!

Montez Ford: Just because you have been around for years doesn't mean he should listen to your partner. We're better than you!

Luke Gallows: Oh yeah, whose holding these babies?

Montez Ford: How about next week you step into the ring with me and I'll give you some smoke?

Luke Gallows: Done. And I'll show you that every team in this tag team division isn't on our level!

Both men stare each other down before Luke Gallows walks off leaving Montez Ford shaking his head.

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We then cut a video package as Aleister Black is in grey shorts and a black shirt as he enters what looks like a gym. We see a man who welcomes him to the gym. Black then starts practicing his kicks on a punching bag. We then see the man who welcomed him to the gym starts grappling with him and Black gets to show off his submission skills.

Aleister Black: For years, I traveled the world picking up skills from different places but one of the main disciplines I learned was kickboxing.

We then cut to Black working out in the gym and then wrestling a bigger guy as he focuses on counters and escaping from the larger man.

Aleister Black: No matter how big you are, a well-placed kick to the jaw can take any man down. No matter how good. No matter how evil.

Black then is shown taking down the bigger man in the gym with ease. He then finishes up his training session as he takes a seat and starts to meditate.

Aleister Black: Brock will pay for his sins. And he will fade, fade to black.

The camera lingers on Aleister Black staring at a wall as we cut back to the commentary team at ringside.

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Michael Cole: As we saw, Aleister Black is getting ready for the biggest match of his career at Armageddon as he takes on Brock Lesnar.

Big Show: And we will get to see more of him as he is in action later on tonight against Ariya Davari!

The camera then pans to the Lucha Dragons who are walking down a corridor!

Michael Cole: However first we will see the Lucha Dragons in tag team action against the Ascension. Don't go anywhere!

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*REBELLION*​

A very muted reaction as we return from the commercial break as The Ascension are walking down the ramp and heading towards the ring.

Michael Cole: A big opportunity for the Ascension tonight.

Big Show: A win over the Lucha Dragons tonight ahead of their championship scramble match might put them in line for a future Raw tag team titles shot!

*ANCIENT SPIRIT*​

A better reaction but not that loud as the Lucha Dragons make their way out next. They start running down the ramp as they high-five the kids in the front row before jumping into the ring staring down The Ascension.

Michael Cole: Lucha Dragons will be fired up tonight!

Big Show: Agreed Michael, they are two weeks away from arguably the biggest match of their careers. The chance to become tag team champions in Mexico!

Michael Cole: And they will be looking to gain as much momentum as possible heading into that encounter.

Sin Cara steps into the ring to start for the Lucha Dragons whilst Konnor steps into the ring starting for the Ascension.

Match 2: Lucha Dragons vs The Ascension​

Match summary: The Lucha Dragons start this off at a high pace. They overwhelm the Ascension showing off their high-flying skills and speed. The Ascension mount a small fightback after the fast-paced start and start pounding the Lucha Dragons on the mat. The Ascension even look like winning at one point but the Lucha Dragons counter this barrage and Kalisto picks up the win for the team hitting Konnor with SALIDA DEL SOL! Kalisto hooks the leg whilst Sin Cara takes care of Viktor 1 2 3! The Lucha Dragons pick up the win!

Winners via pinfall: Lucha Dragons (5:48)​

The Lucha Dragons get to their feet after the match as they start to celebrate in the ring. The Ascension sulk off having come up short tonight against the Lucha Dragons.

Michael Cole: Lucha Dragons pick up the win and carry on their momentum heading into Armageddon.

Big Show: And you have to wonder if the home field advantage might help them become Raw tag team champions for the first time?

Lucha Dragons start to make their way up the ramp but as they do the crowd starts to boo confusing the pair. They turn around as THE AUTHORS OF PAIN CHARGE DOWN THE RAMP AND WIPE THEM OUT! They start clobbering the Lucha Dragons with hard strikes and toss them around like they are nothing! The crowd boos the hell out of the Authors of Pain as they batter the Lucha Dragons.

Michael Cole: What are the Authors of Pain doing out here?

Big Show: I think they want to send a message to one of their opponents at Armageddon!

The Authors of Pain send each of the Lucha Dragons into the barricades as they turn around and see the Ascension are slowly going to leave and turn around to attack them as well! The Authors of Pain are destroying anyone who gets in their way! They lift both members of The Ascension up and hit them with the SUPER COLLIDER (STEREO POWERBOMBS)! They slam down The Ascension with force as they nod at each other as Kalisto and Sin Cara jump onto the pair laying into them!

The Lucha Dragons fire off several shots really trying to take the pair down. They manage to stagger both members of the Authors of Pain as the leap onto the ring apron and look to dive off onto the pair but The Authors of Pain catch them in mid-air! They lift them into the air and powerbomb them each onto the laid out members of The Ascension! Sin Cara and Kalisto both land with a thud as The Authors of Pain just glare at the bodies laid out on the ring floor!

Michael Cole: The Authors of Pain have just laid waste to everyone out here tonight!

Big Show: You have to wonder who can stop them from winning the Raw tag team titles at Armageddon?

Michael Cole: Well speaking of titles changes, there was a massive one on NXT recently as Dolph Ziggler lost his North American title to Rodrick Strong. Let's take a look.

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We cut to a video package that shows us the North American title match from NXT two weeks ago. Dolph Ziggler and Roderick Strong put on a great match but in the closing stages, the Undisputed Era makes their presence felt. Bobby Fish causes a distraction allowing Adam Cole to SUPERKICK ZIGGLER! He falls towards Roderick Strong who grabs hold of him and hits the END OF HEARTACHE (Vertical suplex lifted and dropped into a double knee backbreaker)! Roderick Strong makes the cover and completes the prophecy!

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We then cut to Renee Young who is stood backstage next to Dolph Ziggler ready for an interview. Dolph looks a little disappointed having just watched the highlights of his North American title loss.

Renee Young: Dolph, that was a tough night for you losing the North American title. How are you feeling?

Dolph Ziggler: Honestly Renee, disappointed in myself. I should have seen the Undisputed Era sticking their nose in coming.

Renee Young: What are your plans regarding the North American title?

Dolph lets out a slight sigh.

Dolph Ziggler: So due to coming back to Monday Night Raw, William Regal has ruled that I will not get a rematch for the North American title.

Ziggler then stares directly into the camera.

Dolph Ziggler: But Adam Cole and the rest of the Undisputed Era, I won't forget what you did and I will get payback when the time is right!

???: or you'll just fail like you always do!

The camera pans over as we can see Drew Gulak walk into the shot with a cocky smirk on his face.

Drew Gulak: What you need is someone to show where you are going wrong, the mistakes you are making. You need a manager.

Dolph looks unimpressed as he looks back at Gulak.

Dolph Ziggler: I've been there and done that. I even got the same offer from Zelina.

Dolph goes to leave but Gulak grabs his arm, annoying the veteran.

Drew Gulak: Then you'll keep letting these fans down and being the same old Dolph Ziggler.

Gulak has a smug shit-eating grin on his face as Ziggler snatches his arm back and responds with a SUPERKICK TO THE FACE OF GULAK! Ziggler then bends down next to Gulak.

Dolph Ziggler: Well let me have a word with Paige and you can show me the mistakes I'm making first-hand next week!

Dolph then walks off leaving Gulak on the floor holding his jaw as we cut to a commercial break.

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*TURN IT UP*​

Bayley makes her way out getting a loud pop from the live crowd as she nods to the fans. However, there are none of the inflatable tube men as she stands at the top of the entrance ramp waiting for her tag team partner.

*THE NEXT VOYAGE*​

Kairi Sane makes her way out as she smiles and hugs her friend Bayley. Bayley gives a faint smile back to Kairi before getting her game face on as they walk towards the ring.

Michael Cole: Welcome back to Monday Night Raw, as we are about to see Bayley team up with her friend Kairi Sane to take on Sasha Banks and a partner of her choosing!

Big Show: If Sasha can even find a partner! And from experience, it becomes really hard to find a partner when you keeping stabbing people in the back!

Michael Cole: Well if Sasha was unable to find a partner, Paige has told her this will be a handicap match!

*SKY'S THE LIMIT (REMIX)*​

Loud boos as Sasha Banks makes her way out holding her Raw Women's title in one hand and a microphone in the other! Kairi and Bayley both glare at Banks who smirks at them.

Sasha Banks: All you people thought I wouldn't have any friends I could ask to help me but that's where you're wrong. I mean just because I pretended to your friend Bayley...

Loud boos from the crowd as Bayley shakes her head.

Sasha Banks: Doesn't mean I don't have any friends. Hell, this girl was by my side when I first stepped onto this show and showed everyone the bad bitch I am!

Boos from the crowd as Sasha stretches her arm out.

Sasha Banks: My partner for tonight is Tamina!

*WHAT YOU THINK*​

A very quiet reaction as Tamina makes her way out joining Sasha Banks at the top of the ramp. Tamina doesn't smile as she is all business walking towards the ring with The Boss Sasha Banks.

Big Show: I have to say Tamina is a great choice for Sasha Banks. The size and power she offers is unmatched in the Raw Women's division.

Michael Cole: And they know each other very well from their days in Team BAD with Naomi.

Tamina steps into the ring starting for her team whilst Kairi steps inside after talking to Bayley to get this match underway.

Match 3: Bayley and Kairi Sane vs Sasha Banks and Tamina​

Match summary: Tamina gets the chance to show off a bit of what she can do here as she catches Kairi and Bayley off-guard with her power. Michael Cole wonders if Tamina is motivated tonight because of her friendship with Banks or due to the promise of something else if she wins tonight? Banks tries to stay out of the ring anytime Bayley is tagged in, angering the Hugger.

As the match gets to the closing stages Banks and Tamina are working over Kairi Sane as the pirate princess breaks free and makes the hot tag bringing Bayley into the match! Banks scrambles over to Tamina and makes the tag but Bayley plants a charging Tamina with a BAYLEY TO BELLY! Bayley makes the cover as she glares at Sasha Banks 1 2 Banks chooses to head to the timekeeper's area and grab her title 3!

Winners via pinfall: Bayley and Kairi Sane (6:30)​

Bayley gets to her feet not taking her eyes off her former best friend Sasha Banks, as The Boss stands by the timekeeper's area clutching her title. Kairi Sane joins Bayley in the ring as the duo share a hug.

Michael Cole: Bayley and Kairi Sane pick up the win tonight but Bayley doesn't get the chance to get her hands on Banks tonight.

Big Show: Sasha Banks has lit a fire in Bayley and her plan to win the Raw Women's title might cause her to lose it!

Banks instead of heading towards the ramp instead chooses to head into the crowd and leave up the steps, wanting no part of Bayley and Kairi Sane tonight! Bayley thinks about going after Banks into the crowd but Kairi stops her. Bayley listens to her friend Kairi as the duo stands tall in the ring as Sasha Banks glares back at the ring, clutching her title tightly.

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We return from the commercial break as Shinsuke Nakamura is shown walking through the back. As he is walking through the hallway he is stopped by Charly Caruso.

Charly Caruso: Shinsuke, Shinsuke.

The King of Strong Style turns around and rolls his eyes as he looks at Charly.

Charly Caruso: Last week you had some words with Chad Gable and Kurt Angle which people would say was quite disrespectful. What do you have to say to those accusations?

Shinsuke turns to look at Charly letting out a troll-like smile.

Shinsuke Nakamura: Me no speak English.

Shinsuke walks off but stops as he sighs and sees Kurt Angle approaching followed by Chad Gable.

Chad Gable: I mean it's quite obvious he can speak English Kurt. I don't get it.

Kurt Angle: Same here Chad.

Shinsuke stands there pretending he can't understand what he is saying.

Chad Gable: He's really lacking intelligence.

Shinsuke Nakamura now looks angry as he gets in Gable's face.

Chad Gable: Oh look he does speak English.

Kurt Angle: I suggest you back up now.

Shinsuke Nakamura: Or what? You are retired.

Chad Gable: Or I'll kick your ass.

Shinsuke looks at Chad and smiles.

Shinsuke Nakamura: Ō wa nōmin to kare no jikan o mudanishinai

Chad Gable looks confused but Kurt whispers in his ear before turning back to Shinsuke.

Kurt Angle: Anata wa ōde wa arimasen. Watashi wa peiji to hanasu tsumoridesu, soshite Chado wa raishū anata ni aimasu

Shinsuke looks shocked whilst Chad and Charly look confused. Kurt smiles.

Kurt Angle: Oh sorry you guys don't speak Japanese. I was telling Shinsuke that I'm going to speak to Paige and Chad Gable will see him in the ring next week.

Kurt Angle and Chad Gable walk off leaving Shinsuke stood there annoyed as he glares at Chad Gable and Kurt Angle as they leave.

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*WEEKEND ROCKSTAR*​

Boos from the crowd as the cocky Cruiserweight champion makes his way out to the ring. He has the Cruiserweight title around his waist as he walks with a swagger and chews some gum very loudly.

Michael Cole: Well it looks like we are about to hear from our Cruiserweight champion Noam Dar.

Big Show: Noam Dar is a very cocky man but he is starting to back it up.

Michael Cole: I hate to agree with you Paul. He may have a horrible attitude but when it comes to getting it done, Noam Dar has shown he can win when it matters.

Big Show: As someone who became a champion at a young age, it is easy to let it go to your head. Maybe as he gets older Dar will learn a bit of humility but it is easier said than done at his age with the talent he has.

Noam Dar is now stood in the ring as a stagehand approaches him and looks to give him a microphone. Dar thanks him by trading him the chewed up gum from his mouth! Dar then walks back towards the center of the ring and smirks as he gets ready to speak.

Noam Dar: Y'know last week I told the daftys in the UK it felt good to be over here but after spending time in New York, man I was wrong.

Boos from the crowd as Dar puts his hand on his chest.

Noam Dar: Because I have cannae believe what I'm seeing when I look at the trash on the street. It's worst then being back in my home country.

The cheap heat is working as Noam Dar is smirking.

Noam Dar: And the only thing worse than the state of New York is that dafty Mustafa Ali's chances of beating me at Armageddon!

Boos from the crowd as a couple of fans chant Mustafa Ali's name.

Noam Dar: Chant his name all you want because I'm about to show you why he will lose at Armageddon.

Dar lets out a smug smirk.

Noam Dar: Let's start with his first shot at the Cruiserweight title!

We see clips of Mustafa Ali making his debut in the Cruiserweight Classic in a losing effort to Lince Dorado. We cut back to Dar who smirks.

Noam Dar: He couldn't even get past the first round! And do you want to know something? There was a loser who was supposed to be in his place. Ali wasn't even good enough to be in the tournament in the first place!

Dar chuckles to himself as the crowd keeps booing Dar. Dar shakes his head as he shows us the next clip which skips all the way to Wrestlemania 34 as we see Cedric Alexander defeating Mustafa Ali to become Cruiserweight champion. Dar smirks.

Noam Dar: Aw, the wee pet was so close to becoming champion! But he just couldn't get the job done! But that ain't the only time you came this close!

We cut to another Cruiserweight title match this time against Buddy Murphy where once again the heart of WWE falls just short of becoming champion. We cut back to Dar who chuckles.

Noam Dar: And you lost again! But maybe you're not such a dafty as you went for another title! The WWE title but it was the same old story.

We then get a clip of Mustafa Ali fighting for the WWE title at Fastlane earlier in the year facing off against Kevin Owens and Daniel Bryan in a triple threat but once again he comes up just short. We cut back to Dar who smirks.

Noam Dar: Can you see a pattern yet? No, well maybe you people are just stupid. How about I show another example.

We then see a clip from the Cruiserweight title ladder match from Money in the Bank. We see Mustafa Ali so close to becoming champion before Rey Mysterio hits him with a MEXICAN DESTROYER FROM ON TOP OF THE LADDER! We then see the aftermath as Rey holds onto his newly won Cruiserweight title with Mustafa down on the floor looking on.

Noam Dar: But it's OK, that old man is no longer holding my title. I mean let's look at the final example.

We then see the Cruiserweight title triple threat from Backlash as Mustafa Ali hits Rey Mysterio with a 054 but Dar rolls him up as he bounces off and steals the win! We see a grinning Dar who looks at his title.

Noam Dar: And again he was so close but he couldn't do it. But do you know who did?

Dar unhooks the Cruiserweight title from around his waist and lifts it into the air!

Noam Dar: This guy!

Boos from the crowd as Dar shakes his head.

Noam Dar: You can hate it all you want but this supernova has rocketed to the top and I will say there! Nothing can stop me as Ali will choke one more time!

The boos carry on as Noam Dar smirks. And the mouthy Scot looks to carry on as...

*GO HARD*​

Mustafa Ali sprints down the ramp having heard enough. Noam Dar though doesn't want any part of Mustafa Ali and gets out of the ring sprinting past Ali and getting the hell out of dodge. Ali shakes his head as Dar smirks as he heads up the ramp tapping his head as Ali dares him to return to the ring. Noam Dar declines the offer and slowly heads backstage leaving Ali stood in the ring clenching his fists and shaking his head as we cut to a commercial break.

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*FORTUNE RISING*​

A muted reaction from the live crowd as Xia Li makes her way to the ring as we return from the commercial break. She is joined by her tag team partner Taynara Conti as both women smile and play up to the fans.

Michael Cole: Xia Li is new to Monday night Raw but she is in for a tough challenge tonight as she takes on Sonya Deville.

Big Show: Xia Li is an expert in the Chinese Martial art Wushu and that gives her a unique edge in the ring. Even against someone with the MMA experience of Sonya Deville.

*SQUARE UP*​

Boos from the crowd as Sonya Deville walks out ready for a fight. Mandy Rose meanwhile is in a nice dress as she stands next to her tag team partner. As they walk to the ring we can see Mandy talking trash to Taynara Conti whilst Sonya slides into the ring angry and focused as she stares down Xia Li. The referee then calls for the bell to get this match underway!

Match 4: Sonya Deville w/Mandy Rose vs Xia Li w/Taynara Conti​

Match summary: Both women spend a lot of the match trying to take each other down with strikes. There is a lot of grappling as Sonya tries to use her MMA experience to wear down Xia Li. Xia though shows a lot of heart and fights back even giving Sonya a couple of close scares. On the outside, Mandy cheers on Sonya whilst Conti does the same for Xia. However, Sonya avoids a roundhouse kick attempt and grabs Xia Li's arm as she locks in a KIMURA! Xia tries to find a way to escape but it is no use and she is forced to tap out!

Winner via submission: Sonya Deville (5:15)​

Sonya Deville holds onto the arm for a few extra seconds after the bell before letting go. She gets back to her feet as Taynara Conti slides into the ring and checks on her friend. Sonya meanwhile joins Mandy Rose on the outside. Sonya still looks focused whilst Mandy trash talks Xia Li and Conti.

Michael Cole: Sonya picks up the win tonight but you have to give Xia Li credit for the performance she put in tonight!

Big Show: It was a good performance but it now levels the score between the two teams to one apiece and you know Fire and Desire won't want to leave it that way.

Fire and Desire pose at the top of the ramp with Sonya now smiling and joining in on the taunting. Xia shakes her head as Conti makes sure she is OK before looking up the ropes ready for a fight.

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We then cut backstage as we can see Rey Mysterio is part way through his conversation with his son Dominic.

Rey Mysterio: Listen son, you will get your chance to wrestle soon. But don't worry about Andrade's cronies. When the time is right, we will wrestle together.

Dominik nods listening to his dad. However, before anything else can be said between the pair Seth Rollins walks into the room. Dominik looks at Seth before looking at his dad. Seth lets out a smile.

Seth Rollins: Dominik, I know your father has been preparing you for the business but I come in peace.

Rey Mysterio: It's alright Dominik. Seth is my tag team partner tonight.

Seth Rollins: You should listen to your father he is a wise man.

Rey looks a little puzzled by how much Seth is kissing his ass but turns to Dominik who leaves the two alone in the locker room.

Seth Rollins: So I was thinking over the plan tonight?

Rey tilts his head.

Rey Mysterio: Without talking to me?

Seth puts his hand up.

Seth Rollins: I mean I am the architect. I know you are a veteran of the business but it has... Do you know what? Don't worry about it. Let's talk about our plan for tonight.

Rey thinks about digging deeper into what Seth said but shakes his head.

Rey Mysterio: OK let's talk.

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The camera then fades to black as we cut to a hallway backstage as Aleister Black is shown walking to the ring with a purpose.

Michael Cole: Well up next, Aleister Black will be in action. Don't go anywhere!

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We return from the commercial break as Ariya Davari is stood in the ring getting a small amount of boos as he insults the fans in attendance as he waits for Aleister Black to make his way out.

*ROOT OF ALL EVIL*​

A loud pop as Aleister Black makes his usual entrance but instead of the stoic calmness he usually has, his face is full of anger as he walks down the ramp.

Michael Cole: I wouldn't want to be Ariya Davari right now.

Big Show: We know Aleister Black has been practically begging Brock Lesnar to appear on Monday Night Raw and now we know he won't be here for another week, well I wouldn't want to be Davari right now!

Aleister Black steps into the ring as he glares dead ahead at Davari. Meanwhile, the cocky Cruiserweight can be heard trash-talking Black and telling him to focus on him, not Brock as the referee rings the bell!

Match 5: Aleister Black vs Ariya Davari​

Match summary: Davari charges at Black and gets hit with BLACK MASS! Black makes the cover 1 2 3!

Winner via pinfall: Aleister Black (0:08)​

Michael Cole: Aleister Black has just beaten Davari in seconds!

Big Show: Black is in no mood to mess about tonight.

Aleister Black doesn't even react just glaring at the prone Davari on the mat. The fans cheer Black on as he glares at Davari who is only just coming to. Davari is slowly stumbling to his feet as Black catches him with BLACK MASS AGAIN! Davari falls down as Black catches him with his foot. The crowd starts chanting “one more time” as Black glares at Davari not paying any attention before lifting Davari up and hits a THIRD BLACK MASS! Davari falls to the mat having been destroyed by Black here.

Michael Cole: Black has sent a strong message to Brock Lesnar tonight!

Big Show: And you have to wonder what the consequences will be for the Beast if he makes Black wait for his vengeance much longer?

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As Aleister Black leaves a destroyed Davari in the ring we cut backstage as Bobby Lashley is working out in the gym. Lio Rush is stood next to his client spotting him as Renee Young approaches the pair looking for an interview.

Renee Young: Lio last week you and Bobby Lashley attacked Braun Strowman after he turned down your offer. Why?

Lio smirks as Bobby carries on working out.

Lio Rush: To make a statement. Now we wanted to make that statement working with Braun but when he said no, we knew what we had to do. What the main man himself had to do.

Lio Rush takes off his sunglasses and places them onto his shirt as he looks at Renee. Lashley is still lifting weights in the background.

Lio Rush: It was time we got back on track and got the match we want.

Lashley at this point slams down the weights and gets up towering over Lio. Lio gulps a little as he looks at his “friend” before turning back to the camera.

Lio Rush: And that's why next week, the main man, walking Armageddon himself Bobby Lashley wants Braun Strowman. To finish what we started. To show everyone who the real powerhouse is around here. And to show Braun what a real monster looks like.

Lio puts his sunglasses back on as Bobby Lashley walks off after mean-mugging the camera for a bit as we cut back to the commentary team at ringside.

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Michael Cole: A big challenge issued by Lio Rush there.

Big Show: And you have to wonder what state Braun Strowman is in after last week's attack?

We then cut to see Paige walking down the hallway with an angry look on her face.

Michael Cole: Well up next after the commercial break we will find out who Shayana Baszler faces at Armageddon. Will it be the Man Becky Lynch or the Glamazon Beth Phoenix? Don't go anywhere!

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*STARS IN THE NIGHT*​

A loud pop from the fans as the Raw commissioner Paige makes her way out with a microphone in hand. She starts walking towards the ring as she looks to get down to business.

Michael Cole: Paige has always been a very hands-on as the Raw commissioner but she will have her hands full tonight.

Big Show: Keeping Shayna Baszler, Beth Phoenix and Becky Lynch under control would be a challenge for anyone. And one of those women is not going to get what they want.

Paige is now stood in the ring as she waits for the crowd to die down a little before she looks to speak.

Paige: Now before I get down to business I have an announcement to make regarding the health of my friend Natalya.

Paige pauses for a moment before carrying on.

Paige: Last week during her match with Shayna Baszler, Natalya was locked in the kimura lock for a long time. And due to the amount of time she was locked in the Kimura, Natalya suffered a broken arm!

Boos from the crowd for the heinous actions of Shayna Baszler.

Paige: And due to this, Natalya will be out for a minimum of 6 weeks.

A few of the fans are upset at this news though most don't react. Paige though looks angry.

Paige: And if it wasn't for my broken neck, I'd be facing Shayna at Armageddon myself!

A few people in the crowd start up a “one more match” chant but Paige shakes her head looking to put that to bed straight away.

Paige: And part of me wants to give you a handicap match against Beth and Becky but my job as commissioner for Monday Night Raw is to make the best show for the fans.

Cheers from the fans as Paige nods acknowledging them.

Paige: So how will I choose who gets Shayna? Well...

*CELTIC INVASION*​

Loud cheers from the crowd as Becky Lynch makes her way to the ring. She is clearly in no mood to wait for Paige to finish as she slides into the ring and gets in her face straight away.

Becky Lynch: I'll make it real simple. Pick me.

Cheers from the crowd wanting to see Becky go one on one with Shayna.

Becky Lynch: Now I'll make this clear, I don't give a damn about Natalya. But you do. And guess what? I bet you want someone to break Shayna's arm for you. Well, you're looking at the person who will do it!

Loud cheers as Paige stares at Becky thinking about what she is saying.

Becky Lynch: I already drove her best friend out of WWE and now I'll send her crying back to Ronnie. Give me Shayna.

Loud cheers as the crowd cheer on the man but before Paige can respond...

*GLAMAZON*​

The Glamazon makes her way out and wastes no time as she slides into the ring, immediately getting in Becky and Paige's personal space.

Beth Phoenix: If anyone gets Shayna at Armageddon it is me!

Becky rolls her eyes as Beth gets right in Becky's face!

Beth Phoenix: And if I have to destroy you to make sure I get that match, that's what I'll do.

Becky Lynch: Funny because last time we met I beat you!

Beth pauses for a moment unsure how to respond as she turns away from Becky before looking her in the eyes.

Beth Phoenix: You're right you did. But nothing will stop me from avenging my friend. So I'm telling you, it doesn't matter what happened last time we met. Nothing will stop me from getting my hands on Shayna at Armageddon.

Becky Lynch: Well I'm standing in your way! Are we just going to stand here or are we going to fight?

An insane pop as both women go nose to nose ready to fight each other as Paige has to get between the pair.

Paige: Listen, listen we are not doing things like this in my house.

Both women are glaring at each other ignoring Paige but neither woman throws a punch as...

*LOYALTY IS EVERYTHING*​

Loud boos as Shayna Baszler walks out in a leather jacket and a pair of sunglasses on her head as she smirks. She is flanked by her two friends Jessamyn Duke and Marina Sharif who stand behind her. In the ring, both Becky and Beth have turned their attention to Shayna on the entrance ramp ready for a fight.

Shayna Baszler: Would you look at these two fighting over me?

Shayna has a cocky smirk on her face.

Shayna Baszler: The way I see it, I hold all the power here.

Boos from the crowd as no one in the ring looks impressed.

Shayna Baszler: I'm the one in demand. I'm the prizefighter who has got girls lining up to fight me. To join their friends and husband at home.

Beth starts to head towards Shayna on the entrance ramp but the Raw commissioner Paige grabs hold of her looking to keep her calm.

Shayna Baszler: I really have to ask myself who wants it more. I mean Becky you seem more focused on my best friend Ronda.

Becky Lynch: I've always believed in going after the top dog, not their bitch!

Loud cheers and oooh's from the crowd as Shayna frowns.

Shayna Baszler: Cute Becky really cute but I know that the best way to hurt you is to make you wait to get your hands on me.

Becky Lynch: Who said I was going to wait?

Becky now goes to step out of the ring but Paige now stops her from leaving the ring.

Shayna Baszler: Becky and Beth if you want me in that ring, it will be on my terms.

Boos from the crowd as Jessamyn Duke and Marina Sharif stood behind Shayna starts to mock them.

Shayna Baszler: So here's the deal. I will face Beth Phoenix at Armageddon.

Mixed reaction with some fans happy to see the two go head to head whilst others wanted the Becky vs Shayna Baszler match to happen there instead. Beth glares at Shayna whilst Becky looks furious.

Shayna Baszler: And Becky if you want me a match with me, you need to stay away from me not only next week and the rest of tonight but at Armageddon too! If you do, I'll pick a time and a place to take one of your limbs!

Loud boos as Becky shakes her head not happy about the terms.

Becky Lynch: You're such a coward Shayna but if that's what I have to do I'll do it.

Shayna smirks and goes to speak.

Shayna Baszler: Well it's good to...

Becky Lynch: I wasn't finished!

Loud cheers as Becky interrupts Shayna.

Becky Lynch: If I can't have you at Armageddon, I want those two dopes instead!

The other two real Horsewomen look at each other confused.

Becky Lynch: I know you two dopes can hear me. If I can't have Shayna, I'll destroy her two friends at the same time instead!

Loud cheers for the cocky nature of Becky. Beth lets out a slight smile as Paige steps forward.

Paige: Becky I'm not sure having you fight in a handicap match is a good idea.

Becky Lynch: I don't care whether it's a good idea or not. Give me the match. Because if you don't I'll just take them out in my own time.

Shayna Baszler: No Paige let Becky sign her own death warrant. She won't even make it pass Armageddon and she won't get the chance to fight me.

Beth Phoenix: Who said you're going to make it out of Armageddon?

Loud pop as Beth speaks up.

Beth Phoenix: After Armageddon, you will be eating food through a straw!

Beth tosses her microphone down having sent a message to Shayna. Becky in the ring smirks kind of impressed by the attitude of Beth. Meanwhile, the Real Horsewomen stare at the ring with Shayna still smirking.

Michael Cole: Two massive matches confirmed for Armageddon.

Big Show: Shayna Baszler will go one on one with Beth Phoenix and Becky Lynch will take on Jessamyn Duke and Marina Sharif in a handicap match!

Michael Cole: And you have to wonder if that was a good idea for the Man Becky Lynch to make that challenge.

Big Show: Becky has made it clear she doesn't care if it wasn't a good idea. She wants payback on all the Real Horsewomen and if she can't get her hands on the Boss, the goons are good enough for now!

Michael Cole: And the Glamazon one of the strongest women in WWE history will take on the submission magician!

Big Show: Beth will be out for blood and Shayna may have to be very careful when she steps into the ring with the Glamazon!

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We return from the commercial break as we can see The Singh Brothers stood in the ring getting light boos from the fans as they await their opponents tonight.

*BREEZEANGO*​

Breezeango make their way out to the ring though they are without their signature selfie sticks this week. They take their time walking to the ring, a bit slower than usual as they wince slightly as they climb into the ring.

Michael Cole: Well last week Breezeango came head to head with the Authors of Pain and came up short in trying to earn themselves a place in the championship scramble match at Armageddon. Tonight they will be looking to get back on track.

Big Show: Whilst the Singh Brothers have a great opportunity to cause an upset tonight as Breezeango are clearly still feeling the effects of AOP's assault.

Tyler Breeze steps into the ring for Breezeango whilst Samir Singh steps into the ring looking to start the match for The Singh Brothers.

Match 6: Breezango vs The Singh Brothers​

Match summary: For once the Singh Brothers have an even match as they look to take advantage of their opponent's weakened state. However, Breezeango are too much for the Singh Brothers as Fandango puts away Samir Singh with THE LAST DANCE (Diving leg drop)! Breeze keeps Sunil Singh out of the ring and Breezeango pick up the win!

Winners via pinfall: Breezango (5:06)​

Breezeango get to their feet as they celebrate the win even getting a decent pop from the fans. Both men are clearly still in pain though after the beatings they have suffered the last few weeks.

Michael Cole: Breezeango pick up the win and get back on track after a difficult few weeks.

Big Show: These two men have a lot of potential and I think could be future tag team champions. If they can pick up some wins they might get themselves in contention for the tag team titles once again.

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We then cut backstage as we can see The Club hanging out backstage in their locker room. All 3 men are chilling as Karl Anderson has an ice pack as he looks to rest up after his match earlier on tonight. However, the mood soon turns as Zelina Vega and Andrade Cien Almas enter the locker room. AJ Styles and Luke Gallows get to their feet ready for a fight but Zelina puts her hands up.

Zelina Vega: AJ, trust me. If we wanted a fight, none of you would be standing right now.

AJ Styles: You want to bet?

Andrade locks eyes with AJ but Zelina keeps her client in check.

Zelina Vega: I came here to talk strategy ahead of the main event.

AJ though is not really paying attention to Zelina and instead his eyes shift to the Money in the Bank briefcase Andrade is holding. Zelina notices this and snaps her fingers.

Zelina Vega: Hey eyes over here. Now listen AJ...

AJ Styles: No Zelina, I don't need to talk strategy. Just get your boy to do what I say and we will win. If he doesn't, what happened last week will just be the beginning.

Andrade steps forward as AJ smugly smiles as Luke Gallows and now Karl Anderson stand behind him.

Zelina Vega: Andrade, vámonos. Les haremos pagar más tarde.

Translation: (Let's go Andrade. We will make them pay later.).

Andrade glares at the trio before doing what his manager says leaving AJ staring at them as we cut to a commercial break.

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*ROAR OF THE LION*​

A decent pop from the live crowd as we return from the commercial break as Rusev and Lana make their way to the ring. Rusev takes a moment to kiss his wife as we get a few “RUSEV DAY” chants from the live crowd as Rusev walks to the ring.

Michael Cole: Rusev last week picked up a massive win over his rival Shinsuke Nakamura and earned himself a US title shot at Armageddon.

Big Show: Rusev is someone I have faced in the ring and I know how much that US title means to him. He has held that belt on 3 occasions before and helped bring the US title back to prominence.

Michael Cole: Agreed but he will face off against a man taking that belt to new heights: Samoa Joe.

Big Show: Joe had held that belt for two hundred and nine days. He has been near unstoppable as champion but if anyone can stop him it is Rusev.

Rusev is now stood in the ring with a microphone in hand as he gets ready to speak to the live crowd.

Rusev: Last week I fought against Shinsuke Nakamura and beat him once again. And do you know what day I did it on?

The crowd responds by chanting “RUSEV DAY” bringing a smile to Rusev and Lana's face.

Rusev: And what a glorious Rusev day it was!

Rusev smiles soaking in the reaction from the live crowd as he nods along with their cheers. His smile fades slightly as he looks towards his wife.

Rusev: Teaming with Shinsuke was a mistake and made me into a loser like him. But now handsome Rusev is back!

Lana kisses her husband on the cheek and says yes he is bringing a smile to Rusev's face.

Rusev: And now we are finally United States citizens!

A USA chant starts up in the crowd as Rusev smiles.

Rusev: This is why I became an American citizen. Even though we spent years criticizing this country, you people still welcomed us. And that's why I need to become United States champion!

Rusev gets serious as he points towards the ramp.

Rusev: I have held that title three times already but I have never held it as an American! And I want my title back!

Rusev is getting fired up as he speaks about the United States title.

Rusev: When I won that title, I brought it back to greatness! I beat hall of Famers; I beat John Cena and I even rode into Wrestlemania on a tank!

A loud pop from the live crowd remembering his initial reign as United States champion! Rusev though pauses getting serious.

Rusev: But the current champion has also made the belt great again. Samoa Joe.

Mixed reaction for the current United States champion. Rusev nods acknowledging it.

Rusev: He has beaten challengers left and right. He has choked everyone out in his path but he hasn't beaten me!

Lana nods.

Rusev: There is no one on Raw who wants to win that United States title more than me! I need that title! So no matter what, I will find a way to beat Samoa Joe even if I have to use a tank to do it!

Loud cheers from the crowd and even a few fans suggest bringing back the tank. However, before Rusev can carry on...

*DESTROYER*​

Speak the United States champion's name and he shall appear. Samoa Joe marches out onto the entrance ramp with a snarl on his face with his United States title over his shoulder and a microphone in his hand. He steps into the ring joining Rusev and Lana. The Ravishing Russian steps forward which brings a smile to Joe's face.

Samoa Joe: Trust me Lana, if I wanted to hurt your husband no one could stop me.

Rusev: Keep my wife's name out of your mouth!

Rusev’s anger is plain to see which brings a smile to Joe's face.

Samoa Joe: I wouldn't advise you start a fight you can't finish.

Rusev glares at Joe as Lana moves closer to her husband.

Samoa Joe: See I would be out here to congratulate you on becoming a U.S. citizen but it seems you want to celebrate by trying to take my title!

Joe lifts the United States title off his shoulder and into the air. Rusev keeps his eyes on the title as Joe places it back on his shoulder.

Samoa Joe: Look all you want because you as United States champion will stay where it belongs. In the past!

Boos from the crowd as Rusev looks to respond.

Rusev: Joe I've seen everything you have done as champion. I've seen everyone you have beaten to keep that title. But none of them have the motivation I have. That title? I made it great again. I made it mean something. That was the title that put me and my wife on the map! At Armageddon, I will become a four-time United States champion.

Cheers from the crowd as Joe smirks.

Samoa Joe: When people talk about becoming a two-time, three-time, four-time champion do you know what that means? That they lost this in the first place!

Joe steps forward moving towards Rusev.

Samoa Joe: I'm a one-time champion and the only way anyone is taking this title from me is from my cold dead hands!

Joe stares at Rusev intensely as Lana steps forward.

Lana: You can talk all you want but my husband will crush you on Rusev day and become United States champion!

A cheap pop but it works as the crowd cheer for Lana. Joe however smirks.

Samoa Joe: Lana if you wanted your husband to be United States champion you should have married me!

Big oooh's from the crowd and a lot of boos. Rusev however doesn't say a word and clocks Samoa Joe in the jaw, dropping the United States champion! Samoa Joe falls to the mat and rolls out of the ring as the crowd cheer Rusev on. Samoa Joe lands on the outside as he clutches his jaw as he stares at Rusev inside the ring.

Michael Cole: Samoa Joe once again going too far!

Big Show: And Rusev made him pay for it. You do not make comments about his wife, even if you are Samoa Joe!

Samoa Joe retreats up the ramp as he glares at Rusev in the ring. Rusev however ignores Joe and instead turns to his wife giving her a kiss as Joe walks backwards up the ramp shaking his head as he promises that Rusev is going to pay for this.

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We then cut backstage as we see Braun Strowman is sat down in a medical room getting checked over by a doctor. He is clearly in pain as the doctor is checking his leg as Charly Caruso walks into the room looking for an interview.

Charly Caruso: Braun, earlier on tonight Lio Rush issued a challenge on behalf of Bobby Lashley for a match next week. Looking at the condition your leg is in...

Upon hearing that Braun pushes the doctor away and gets to his feet though noticeably he is struggling to stand up.

Braun Strowman: My leg is fine! Bobby Lashley next week you will get these hands!

Braun storms off slamming the door as he goes, still limping and clearly not at 100% no matter what he says.

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*MORE THAN ONE MAN*​

A small amount of cheers from the live crowd as Heath Slater makes his way to the ring for a rare match on Monday Night Raw. He smiles on his way to the ring and interacts with a few of the fans before sliding into the ring.

*DONE WITH THAT (DAY ONE REMIX)*​

A better reaction from the live crowd as Jey Uso makes his way to the ring. He is hyping himself up ahead of this match as he steps into the ring. Both men nod at each other showing respect to one another ahead of this singles match.

Michael Cole: Both men have had success in tag teams but recently have been on their own and having a tough time of it.

Big Show: As someone who has won tag team and singles gold it takes different skills. It can take a lot of time to adjust to being singles wrestler but tonight both men have the chance to start chalking up wins!

Match 7: Heath Slater vs Jey Uso​

Match summary: Both men start the match off with a fist bump showing respect to each other. It is a fast-paced match with Heath Slater bouncing around and bumping for Jey during the match. Heath Slater does hold his own throughout and looks like he might pick up the win on a couple of occasions. However in the end Jey Uso proves to be too much as he hits Heath Slater with a superkick and follows it up with a DIVING SPLASH for the win!

Winner via pinfall: Jey Uso (4:26)​

Michael Cole: Jey Uso picks up the win!

Big Show: I have to say I'm slightly surprised Jey won but he put on a good performance against a game Heath Slater tonight!

Jey Uso nods enjoying the cheers from the crowd as Heath Slater gets back to his feet. Heath looks at Jey Uso who offers him a fist bump. Slater nods and gives Jey Uso a fist bump as well showing respect to his opponent tonight as we cut backstage.

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We see EC3 and Drake Maverick sat backstage on luxury sofas watching the match with glasses of champagne in hand. EC3 looks disgusted at what he just watched as Renee Young approaches them looking for an interview.

Renee Young: Hey Ethan, I can see you were just watching the match between Heath Slater and Jey Uso. Have you got any thoughts?

EC3 takes another sip of his champagne before getting out of his seat and looks at Renee Young.

EC3: I'm disgusted.

EC3 puts down the glass as he grabs the whole bottle and downs it. Drake looks a little upset clearly wanting more champagne.

EC3: Drake gets me another bottle.

Ethan pushes the bottle into Drake who nods and does what his master says. EC3 then turns back to Renee.

EC3: I'm sat here instead of being in that ring picking up victory after victory after victory. I'm sat here watching two losers compete. A guy who couldn't even get drafted a few years ago against Jimmy Uso.

Renee Young: Um it was Jey Uso wrestling...

EC3: It's doesn't matter which one it was. I should be in that ring, not those losers.

Drake returns with another bottle of champagne as EC3 snatches it off him and goes back to drinking as we cut back to the commentary team at ringside.

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Michael Cole: Strong words from EC3 just now.

Big Show: That's how every wrestler should feel when they are not on the show. They should be angry and want to be in that person's spot instead of sitting in catering being happy.

Michael Cole: Well speaking of people competing let's run through the matches confirmed for next week's Monday Night Raw before the main event.

Big Show: We will see one-half of the Raw tag team champions Luke Gallows go one on one against one half of the Street Profits Montez Ford as the rivalry between the Good Brothers and The Street Profits carries on.

Michael Cole: Dolph Ziggler looks to make Drew Gulak regret his comments earlier on tonight as they meet next week.

Big Show: Shinsuke Nakamura has had some very disrespectful comments for Chad Gable and his mentor Kurt Angle. Will Chad Gable makes him pay or will the King of Strong style prove to be too much for him?

Michael Cole: And last but certainly not least we will see two giants face off as Bobby Lashley takes on Braun Strowman. Braun will go into the match with Bobby Lashley far from one hundred percent. Will the Monster Among Men be able to overcome the injury he suffered to his leg or will Bobby Lashley finish what he and Lio Rush started?

We then cut to Seth Rollins making his way to the ring with the Universal champion on the way to the ring.

Big Show: But up next, we have tonight's main event as Seth Rollins teams with Rey Mysterio to take on AJ Styles and Andrade Cien Almas after the commercial break. Don't go anywhere!

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*MAKING A DIFFERENCE*​

Andrade makes his way out as we return from the commercial break, without any of the Ungovenables and also without his manager Zelina Vega per the orders of Paige banning anyone from ringside for this main event. Andrade doesn't look happy as he walks to the ring but he does have his Money in the Bank briefcase in his hand as he taunts the fans showing it off as he makes his way to the ring.

*PHENOMENAL*​

A mixed reaction as AJ Styles makes his way out. The Good Brothers come out onto the entrance ramp as they too sweet their leaders before heading backstage. AJ nods at the pair as he starts walking to the ring. He climbs over the ropes and steps inside the ring joining Andrade. AJ starts giving Andrade some instructions which annoys Andrade as the two men start arguing already!

Michael Cole: And it looks like tensions are running high already between these two.

Big Show: They may not be friends but they are going to have to work together if they want to win against Rey and Seth.

*BOOYAKA 619*​

Rey Mysterio makes his way out getting a loud pop from the live crowd. As usual, Rey when making his way down the ramp touches masks with a few kids in the front row bringing a look of disgust from Andrade in the ring. Rey takes a moment to wait on the outside at the bottom of the ramp.

*BURN IT DOWN/ SECOND COMING*​

And last of all the Universal champion Seth Rollins makes his way out getting a loud pop from most of the fans but he is also getting boos from the more smarky fans in attendance. Seth shakes it off as he joins Rey at the bottom of the ramp as the pair discuss their strategy for this match.

Michael Cole: It seems Rey Mysterio and Seth Rollins are getting on better than their opponents tonight.

Big Show: But you have to think there will be a bit of tension ahead of their Universal title match at Armageddon.

Seth Rollins steps into the ring looking to start for his team and after an argument, AJ Styles steps into the ring to start for his team.

Main event: AJ Styles and Andrade Cien Almas vs Seth Rollins and Rey Mysterio​

Match summary: A fast-paced tag match between 4 of the best wrestlers in the world. Throughout the match Rey and Seth control most of it as the heels cannot get on the same page. During the match, we see numerous self tags from Styles and Andrade as they argue with each other. Meanwhile, Rey and Seth get on fairly well managing to work well as a team.

As the match gets to the closing stages, AJ is in control of the match and has Rey in trouble. AJ makes his way to the corner as Andrade tags himself into the match once again. And this is one time too many for AJ who gets in Andrade's face. Andrade though responds by pushing AJ so AJ pushes him back! However, as he pushes him Rey grabs Andrade from behind and rolls him up! 1 2 Seth takes out AJ Styles before he can break up the pinfall 3!

Winners via pinfall: Seth Rollins and Rey Mysterio (11:24)​

Andrade kicks out at 3.1 but it is too late! Rey gets to his feet looking to celebrate as Andrade argues with the referee but the ref tells Andrade it was a 3 count! Seth Rollins meanwhile gets passed his Universal title as he looks to join in on the celebrations with Rey Mysterio.

Michael Cole: Rey and Seth pick up the win tonight as both men build momentum for their clash at Armageddon.

Big Show: The tension between Andrade and AJ Styles cost them this matc... I don't think Andrade is done with Rey and Seth!

Big Show is right as Andrade has slid to the outside and grabs his Money in the Bank briefcase with evil intentions... but AJ GRABS IT FROM HIM AND TOSSES IT TO THE FLOOR! Cheers from the crowd as Andrade turns around getting in AJ's face so AJ responds by punching him in the jaw! Andrade is rocked but starts firing back as the pair start brawling and end up going into the crowd! AJ and Andrade are battering the hell out of each other as The Ungovenables and The Good Brothers come out to help their respective leaders.

Both groups are brawling with each in the crowd as the security team arrive to break the two trios up. Andrade and AJ keep trying to break free desperate to get their hands on each but security just about keep the two groups under control. Monday Night Raw comes to an end with the image of the two groups going to war before quickly cutting back to the ring showing Rey Mysterio and Seth Rollins staring each other down!

Matches announced for next week:

Grudge match:
Braun Strowman vs Bobby Lashley

Singles match:
Dolph Ziggler vs Drew Gulak

Singles match:
Shinsuke Nakamura vs Chad Gable

Singles match:
Montez Ford vs Karl Anderson


Matchcard for Armageddon:
September 15th:
Mexico City, Mexico

Theme song:


Universal title match:
Seth Rollins (c) vs Rey Mysterio

Raw women's title match:
Sasha Banks (c) vs Bayley

United States title match:
Samoa Joe (c) vs Rusev

Cruiserweight title match:
Noam Dar (c) vs Mustafa Ali

Raw tag team titles championship scramble match:
The Club (c) vs Street Profits vs Lucha Dragons vs The Ungovenables vs The Authors of pain

Beast vs Black:
Brock Lesnar vs Aleister Black

Grudge match:
Shayna Baszler vs Beth Phoenix

Handicap match:
Becky Lynch vs The Real Horsewomen (Jessamyn Duke and Marina Sharif)

EWR Rating:
73%​

 

[Chris]

That Dominick/Seth segment

 

[Roy Mustang]

News update:

Andrade Cien Almas vs AJ Styles made for Armageddon​

After the end of this week's Monday Night Raw, one more match has been added to the Armageddon card. After they came to blows once again after the main event, Paige has added Andrade Cien Almas vs AJ Styles to the Armageddon card. One has to wonder if a singles match between the two will bring the issues between the warring groups to an end or if this is just the beginning of a war? On top of that Paige has also signed off on a PPV quality match for the go-home Raw before Armageddon as AJ Styles will go one on one with Cesaro! Can AJ pick up the win or will Cesaro pick up the win and weaken AJ ahead of his match with their leader Andrade?

NXT Women's title change:​

On this week's edition of NXT, Bianca Bel-Air defeated Dakota Kai to become the new NXT Women's champion! Dakota Kai came into the match fairly tired having been pushed to the limit defending both her titles over the last month and it caught up with her as the EST took advantage and finally became NXT Women's champion.

Matches announced for next week:

Singles match:
AJ Styles vs Cesaro

Grudge match:
Braun Strowman vs Bobby Lashley

Singles match:
Dolph Ziggler vs Drew Gulak

Singles match:
Shinsuke Nakamura vs Chad Gable

Singles match:
Montez Ford vs Karl Anderson


Matchcard for Armageddon:
September 15th:
Mexico City, Mexico

Theme song:


Universal title match:
Seth Rollins (c) vs Rey Mysterio

Raw women's title match:
Sasha Banks (c) vs Bayley

United States title match:
Samoa Joe (c) vs Rusev

Cruiserweight title match:
Noam Dar (c) vs Mustafa Ali

Raw tag team titles championship scramble match:
The Club (c) vs Street Profits vs Lucha Dragons vs The Ungovenables vs The Authors of pain

Beast vs Black:
Brock Lesnar vs Aleister Black

Grudge match:
Shayna Baszler vs Beth Phoenix

Grudge match:
AJ Styles vs Andrade Cien Almas

Handicap match:
Becky Lynch vs The Real Horsewomen (Jessamyn Duke and Marina Shafir)​

 

[Roy Mustang]

Friday Night Smackdown:
October 4th:
Madison square garden, New York


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A loud pop as we cut to the arena after the new opening song for Smackdown Live (cause the real-life one is lame). We then cut to Corey Graves and Byron Saxton who are sat on commentary wearing a pair of fine suits as they look to welcome us to this massive show.

Corey Graves: Welcome to Friday Night Smackdown on Fox in the spiritual home of the WWE Madison Square Garden!

Byron Saxton: And what a night we have in store!

Corey Graves: For once Byron, you're right! In the main event, the WWE title will be on the line as Roman Reigns defends his WWE title against Drew McIntyre!

Byron Saxton: But before that, we will see The Miz team up with a mystery partner to take on Baron Corbin and Elias.

Corey Graves: We will also see Kevin Owens and Sami defend their Smackdown tag team titles against the Hardy Boyz!

Big E: Awwwwww Madison Square Garden, don't you dare be sour! Clap for your five-time tag team champions and feel the power!

*NEW DAY, NEW WAY*​

A massive pop from the Madison Square Garden crowd as The New Day make their way to the ring as a trio for their first match together in over a month. But there is no pancake throwing or any of that stuff tonight as the group are all business as they head to the ring.

Byron Saxton: And The New Day will kick the show off as they look to get revenge on Randy Orton and The Revival!

Corey Graves: Listen Kofi would be better off putting his focus elsewhere. Randy Orton is not someone you want to keep fighting with. Orton taught Kofi that lesson ten years ago.

Byron Saxton: So Kofi should let Randy get away with punting him in the skull? Let him get away with cheating to beat him in London?

Corey Graves: If he was smart, he would.

*SOUTHERN PROUD*​

The Revival makes their way out getting boos from the live crowd. Both men glare at the New Day in the ring as they stay at the top of the ramp waiting for their tag team partner tonight.

Corey Graves: The New Day as much as they annoy me, have defeated nearly every tag team in the business right now. However, they have never defeated The Revival!

*VOICES*​

A mixed reaction from the live crowd but it is mostly boos as the venomous Randy Orton slowly makes his way out joining his partners and allies the last weeks at the top of the entrance ramp. The trio walk down the ramp and get to the bottom as KOFI AND XAVIER WOODS FLY OVER THE TOP ROPE WIPING THE TRIO OUT!

Byron Saxton: The New Day ain't waiting for the bell. They want to get their hands on Orton and The Revival right now!

Big E slides to the outside as he grabs hold of Dash Wilder and tosses him around. Kofi meanwhile starts pounding Orton and rolls him into the ring. Woods on the outside is attacking Scott Dawson laying into him! Kofi joins Orton in the ring as the referee gets the match underway whilst New Day and The Revival brawl around ringside!

Match 1: The New Day vs Randy Orton and The Revival​

Match summary: This match is a chaotic brawl right from the word go! Kofi as soon as the bell rings batters Orton carrying on from where they left off in London and Orton struggles to keep up with it. Neither The Revival and New Day end up making it to the apron during the match as they carry on fighting around ringside. Orton and Kofi soon join them spilling out of the ring as the referee starts to count. He gets all the way to 10 and throws this 6-man tag out!

Winner: Double countout (3:10)​

The bell rings and the match might be over but the fight certainly isn't over! Kofi and Orton carry on brawling as they head into the crowd with the fans! The Revival seeing this try to come over and help but Big E charges in and keeps both men down with the help of Woods. Woods looks at Big E and nods as they make their way to the ring and look under the apron as they find a pair of KENDO STICKS! They make their way over to the Revival who are down on the ring floor and start battering them!

The camera then cuts elsewhere as the brawl between Kofi and Orton has carried on through the crowd. A bunch of security guards appear as they try to get this under control but Kofi and Orton fight them off as they are desperate to get their hands on each other! Both men get free from the security guards trying to stop them and they carry on fighting up towards the technical area in the stands as Kofi trips Orton up causing him to land hard on his back as Kofi stands over Orton!

Byron Saxton: Corey I'm getting deja vu here!

Orton tries to slither away from Kofi but Kofi jumps into the air as HE STOMPS ON THE CHEST OF ORTON! Kofi doesn't stop there as he kicks Orton whilst he is on the floor laying into him. A security guard comes up trying to stop Kofi and gets a TROUBLE IN PARADISE! Kofi can't be stopped right now! Back at ringside Big E and Xavier Woods are still laying a beating on The Revival as they get both members of The Revival in the corner of the ringside area and start up a UNICORN STAMPEDE as security guards start trying to pull them away from The Revival!

Kofi looks at the security guard he knocked out as another one starts coming over and he drops him as well. He turns back around to Orton who goes for the RK... NO KOFI IS READY AND FENDS HIM OFF! Kofi then leaps into the air and plants him with TROUBLE IN PARADISE! Orton falls down over the railing and onto the floor next to several tables. Kofi looks at him for a moment as he thinks about stopping there...BUT SHAKES HIS HEAD CLIMBS OVER THE RAILING!

Orton is trying to crawl away as Kofi looks over and sees a steel chair conveniently placed in the technical area. Kofi clobbers Orton in the back with it! He starts smashing Orton wearing it out on his back. Kofi turns around to see security guards approaching him and uses the chair to scare them off! They all back away scared of what Kofi will do to them with the chair!

Corey Graves: I've never seen Kofi like this! Even when he fought Orton ten years ago!

Byron Saxton: You're seeing ten years of anger Corey. Kofi has wanted to do this to Orton for ten years!

Kofi turns back around and strikes Orton again with the steel chair sending him back first onto the table. Kofi takes a moment as he looks at Orton and stands over him as he shouts “DO YOU REMEMBER WHAT HAPPENED TEN YEARS AGO?”. Kofi whacks Orton one more time with the steel chair before leaving it on the chest of Randy Orton who is out for the count. He then turns around as he looks at the guard railing and makes the climb! He balances himself on the barrier as he takes a moment before flying off and hitting a BOOM DROP FROM THE RAILING THROUGH THE TABLE!

Corey Graves: Kofi has destroyed Randy Orton in Madison Square Garden again!

Byron Saxton: Kofi asked Orton if he remembered what happened ten years ago and if he didn't before he does now!

Kofi takes a moment to get to his feet as a swarm of medics and security personnel appear as they finally get the situation under control. Orton is out for the count as Kofi puts his hands up happy to leave it at that for now. The fans meanwhile are chanting “HOLY SHIT” and chanting “KOFI KOFI” as he walks off having gotten payback on Randy Orton but this issue is far from over.

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We return from the commercial break as we can see HHH walking through the back on the phone to someone.

HHH: You think I'm happy about what just happened? The first-ever match on Fox ended in a count-out because both men couldn't stop fighting.

HHH pauses as he listens to the person on the phone and sighs.

HHH: I will handle it. The chaos taking place on this show needs to stop.

As he is talking we see Kayla Braxton approaching HHH looking for an interview. HHH notices her and puts his hand up for a moment getting her to stop.

HHH: Right I have to go. We will talk about it after the show. Bye.

HHH hangs up the phone as he turns to Kayla.

Kayla Braxton: Triple H, I was just wondering your thoughts on what just happened to start the show.

HHH sighs.

HHH: The chaos that started the show I will deal with by the end of tonight. However, I don't want to say any more about that for now. Instead, I have an announcement to make regarding the Intercontinental title.

Kayla nods as HHH carries on.

HHH: First off, I want to congratulate Pete Dunne. He is someone who I knew had what it takes to make it as a champion in WWE ever since he debuted in the original United Kingdom championship tournament. He was United Kingdom champion for six hundred and eighty-five days beating all comers and now he is the Intercontinental champion. I know the sky is the limit for Pete Dunne.

HHH nods like a proud father before carrying on.

HHH: However we need to find out who Pete Dunne's first title defense will be against. So next week on Smackdown we will have a beat the clock challenge and the person who wins in the fastest time will face Pete Dunne at Halloween Havoc!

Kayla Braxton nods as we cut back to the commentary team at ringside.

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Byron Saxton: A big announcement from Triple H just now and we have the matches that will be a part of next week's beat the clock challenge!

Corey Graves: Luke Harper the man who Pete Dunne defeated at London Calling will face Gran Metalik!

Byron Saxton: Cedric Alexander will take on Shelton Benjamin.

Corey Graves: Apollo Crews will face Buddy Murphy.

Byron Saxton: And last but not least Jinder Mahal will face R-Truth.

Corey Graves: You do have to wonder how Luke Harper will feel about having to earn a rematch for the title he just lost. He won't be happy.

Byron Saxton: Well we were told last year by the McMahon family themselves there would be no automatic rematch clauses and at least one of them is sticking to their word.

*THE FUTURE*​

A loud ovation as the Smackdown Women's champion Asuka makes her way out. She takes her time really soaking in the reaction from the fans as she proudly shows off her Smackdown Women's title.

Byron Saxton: Well at London Calling Asuka picked up a massive win in the main event coming back from one fall down to finally defeat the Queen Charlotte Flair with the Smackdown Women's title on the line!

Corey Graves: It takes a special kind of talent to beat the Queen once let alone twice!

Byron Saxton: But there is no time for the champion to rest and take it easy as we know she is facing Ruby Riott is in four weeks at Halloween Havoc!

Corey Graves: Ruby Riott has ditched the deadweight and now might be about to become a champion for the first time in her WWE career!

Asuka is now stood in the ring with her Smackdown Women's title around her waist and a microphone in her hands.

Asuka: I told everyone! No one's ready for Asuka!

Loud cheers from the crowd with a few chanting along with Asuka as she says that!

Asuka: Charlotte I knew I could beat you! Watashi wa tsuini anata o taoshimashita!

Asuka is getting fired up as she starts shouting in Japanese.

Asuka: An Empress is always above a Queen! Tsuneni! Tsuneni!

The crowd cheers her on as Asuka hypes herself up. Asuka is about to carry on as...

*WE RIOT*​

Boos from the live crowd as the leader of the Riott Squad, Ruby Riott makes her way out alone with a microphone in her hand.

Byron Saxton: Wait where is Sarah Logan?

Corey Graves: Byron I know you don't have any friends but sometimes friends are busy doing other things! Sarah Logan probably has other business to attend to.

Ruby takes her time walking down the ramp as Asuka keeps her eye on her the whole time she walks to the ring. Ruby steps inside the ring as she comes face to face with the Empress. Ruby lets out a smile.

Ruby Riott: Congratulations on beating the privileged princess.

Asuka stares at Ruby not blinking as she carries on.

Ruby Riott: I mean she's only had a million opportunities handed to her. But me? I've had to scratch and claw for everything.

She looks at the Smackdown Women's title as Asuka clutches it tighter now Ruby Riott is looking at it.

Ruby Riott: It's not just Charlotte who's had things handed to her. I mean you literally came into this company with massive fanfare. I've had to cause a riot just to get noticed.

Asuka: Did you cause the riot or did your friends?

Ruby smirks.

Ruby Riott: Depends on which friend you're talking about. I mean Liv could never do anything right but Sarah...

Boos from the crowd as someone in a hoodie jumps over the barricade and slides into the ring!

Ruby Riott: She knows how to cause a riot!

The person from the crowd lifts their hoodie up and reveals herself to be SARAH LOGAN! Asuka is still staring at Ruby as Sarah Logan clobbers her from behind!

Byron Saxton: I knew The Riott Squad were up to something!

Corey Graves: No one likes a know it all Saxton!

Sarah Logan unloads on Asuka as Ruby Riott watches on and smirks. Logan is getting off several punches laying into Asuka with her signature offense. Asuka struggles on the mat initially but starts to mount a fightback as she catches one of Sarah Logan's arms and looks to go for an armbar! However, as soon as it looks like Logan might in trouble Ruby starts laying some boots into Asuka! It is now a two on one mugging as the Riott Squad start laying into the champion.

Sarah Logan lifts Asuka up as Ruby Riott runs off the ropes and hits the RIOT KICK! Asuka falls to the mat as Ruby nods to Logan. Sarah looks to the top rope and makes the climb. She flies off the top rope and hits Asuka with MANI (Spilt-legged moonsault)! Sarah Logan gets back to her feet as she looks at a smiling Ruby Riott who nods at her friend. Ruby then looks at Asuka and sees the Smackdown Women's title. Ruby grabs it and lifts it into the air as The Riott Squad stands tall over the Empress!

Corey Graves: Ruby Riott has sent a message to the champion tonight! She may have defeated the Queen but will she be able to survive the riot!

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We return from the commercial break as we see a graphic on the screen saying earlier this week. We see Pete Dunne is stood on the set of what is a photoshoot as he holds his Intercontinental title showing it off. He doesn't look particularly impressed to be taking part in this photoshoot but then again that is his default facial expression. However, as he is posing we see his friend TRENT SEVEN and TYLER BATE walk onto the set! Both men smile as Dunne looks at his friend but doesn't react.

Trent Seven: I knew you could do it.

Trent sticks his hand out getting a light fist bump from Pete Dunne. Pete then turns to Tyler Bate sharing a fist bump with his other friend as well. Pete lets out a slight smirk as he turns to his friends.

Pete Dunne: It's time for me to show Smackdown the meaning of Strong Style.

Both Tyler Bate and Trent Seven smile as they stand next to Pete Dunne.

Tyler Bate: We'll miss you Pete.

Pete tries not to crack a smile as he nods at his friend. They both go to leave but Pete Dunne puts his arm out stopping them.

Pete Dunne: Oi where do you think you two are going?

Both men look at Pete as they smile. Tyler Bate and Trent Seven both stand either side of Pete Dunne as the Bruiserweight grabs the Intercontinental title and places it between his teeth. Trent Seven and Tyler Bate meanwhile start twirling their moustaches as they the camera person takes numerous photos of British Strong Style together for the last time as Pete Dunne is now a permanent Smackdown superstar!

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*BEL CANTO*​

And speaking of English (look at that segway), Aiden English is making his way to the ring as we cut back to the arena.

Corey Graves: Well as we saw Pete Dunne had an incredible night at London Calling but the same can't be said for Aiden English!

Byron Saxton: Aiden English attempted to team up with Mike Kanellis to earn a tag team title shot but lost in very fashion to his rivals over the last few months Heavy Machinery!

Corey Graves: But he can make that all disappear if he pulls off an upset against his opponent tonight!

*CATCH YOUR BREATH*​

A loud pop as Finn Balor makes his way out but he doesn't have a smile on his face, clearly annoyed after losing at London Calling thanks to interference from Erick Rowan.

Byron Saxton: A disappointing night for Finn Balor as he lost to Daniel Bryan but tonight he has the chance to get back on track with a win!

Corey Graves: Daniel Bryan was right! Finn Balor should have just said thank you to Bryan and that match wouldn't have needed to happen!

Finn Balor after doing a tiny bit of posing for the fans steps in the ring as he stares at Aiden English. The referee calls for the bell to get the match underway!

Match 2: Finn Balor vs Aiden English​

Match summary: Finn Balor starts off the match with a bang clobbering Aiden English with a hard forearm to the fist! Finn Balor during the short match batters Aiden English with hard strikes. Aiden English tries to mount a small fight back but it doesn't last long and in the end, Finn Balor hits Aiden English with 1916 and picks up the win!

Winner via pinfall: Finn Balor (2:32)​

Byron Saxton: Finn getting back on track after a difficult night at London Calling with a win tonight. But you have to think he is far from done with Daniel Bryan and the rest of the Corporation!

Corey Graves: This only started because Finn didn't thank Daniel Bryan. If Finn was smart he would leave the Corporation alone and move on with his career!

Finn Balor gets to his feet having barely broken a sweat tonight but he doesn't look happy still as he celebrates an academic victory tonight. The fans do cheer him on as we cut to a commercial break.

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When we return from the commercial break we see an angry Drew McIntyre stood in a locker room backstage as he paces up and down. He flicks his hair back before turning to the camera with an angry glare.

Drew McIntyre: I've had one thing on my mind since Summerslam. Revenge.

Drew clenches his fist as he stops walking for a moment.

Drew McIntyre: And Shane, there is only one thing stopping me from destroying you. If I destroyed you I'd get fired.

Drew puts his finger up.

Drew McIntyre: But I've been fired before and I fought my way back here. I would just do it again leaving a trail of bodies leading from Scotland back to here! No the reason I haven't destroyed you, it's simple.

Drew smiles.

Drew McIntyre: Because if I got fired, I wouldn't be able to bring everything you built crashing down!

Drew clenches his fist as he glares at the camera.

Drew McIntyre: I started with your two henchman Baron Corbin and Elias in London. And now I take what should have been mine at Summerslam. The WWE title.

Drew stops pacing as he looks directly at the camera.

Drew McIntyre: Because that's what this is all about. Roman knew he couldn't beat me without your help! He knew he needed help to get back to the top and Shane knew he would fall in line to get back that title.

Drew lets out a smirk.

Drew McIntyre: So when I take that WWE title out of the hands of The Corporation tonight, Roman's empire will fall. And the rest? I'll take out one by one. Anyone who aligns themselves with Shane will be next and I'll have the perfect prize to bring them out of hiding.

Drew stares at the camera before going back to pacing up and down.

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After that promo from Drew McIntyre, we cut to Shane McMahon who is wheeling himself down a hallway when he is stopped by Alexa Bliss and Ember Moon. Shane immediately puts his hands up trying to shoo the pair away.

Shane McMahon: Girls, I have a main event to prepare for and I don't have time...

Alexa Bliss: Shane, I want a match with Lacey Evans!

Shane McMahon: Listen I will need to talk to Lacey but...

Ember Moon: Hey Alexa you were right.

Shane McMahon: Excuse me?

Ember Moon: Well we were talking earlier and Alexa said to get anything done around here you need to go to Triple H. He's the one who runs things around here not you.

Alexa smiles knowing what her friend is doing.

Alexa Bliss: Thanks for proving me right Shane. C'mon Ember lets go find Triple H and get the match.

Both women turn around as they get ready to walk off.

Shane McMahon: Wait wait.

They both start smirking before wiping it off their faces and turning around to face Shane.

Shane McMahon: I'll make the match for next week between you and Lacey Evans.

Alexa Bliss smiles, happy to have got what she wants as Bliss and Ember do a sneaky little fist bump. As they do that however, The Queen Charlotte Flair walks into the shot.

Charlotte Flair: And what about me? I want a rematch with Asuka for the Smackdown Women's title.

Shane McMahon: Charlotte you knew the stipulation of the match.

Charlotte Flair: That doesn't matter! If it was a normal singles match I would be Smackdown Women's champion right now!

Ember Moon: But it wasn't. Did I miss something?

Charlotte at that point glares at Ember Moon.

Shane McMahon: Charlotte the answer is no. You agreed to the terms of the match so until Asuka loses the Smackdown Women's title, no more title matches!

Shane McMahon wheels himself off as Charlotte is left fuming. Alexa Bliss and Ember Moon meanwhile chuckle, happy to see their rival from a few months ago suffering. Charlotte looks at them as the pair walk off and mutters she will get her revenge.

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We then cut to a pitch-black room filled with smoke. The camera is on the floor as we see an hourglass. The sand is over half empty now as SCARLETT BORDEAUX is in her usual black high heel boots. She lifts the hourglass up and stares at it. She then turns to the camera.

Scarlett Bordeaux: The end is coming.

The smoke gets thicker and then we cut to KARRION KROSS sat down on a chair as he glares at the camera.

Karrion Kross: The world is always looking for answers. Why do I do terrible things? What's my excuse? My motive? My reasons.

An evil smirk appears on his face.

Karrion Kross: We are not here to spread positivity!

The smoke bellows inside the room.

Karrion Kross: We are not here to exorcise your demons!

Karrion Kross starts to rise to his feet.

Karrion Kross: We are the reckoning.

Karrion now stands towering over the camera cutting an imposing presence in his suit.

Karrion Kross: Time is running out.

He turns to Scarlett who lets out an evil smirk.

Scarlett Bordeaux: Fall and prey!

We see the Karrion Kross logo flash up on the screen before cutting back to the duo one more time.

Karrion Kross: Tick Tock Tick Tock

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*I BRING THE DARKNESS (END OF DAYS)*​

Loud boos from the crowd as we return from the commercial break as Baron Corbin makes his way out joined by his tag team partner over the last few months Elias. Elias as always has his guitar as he walks to the ring with neither man looking happy.

Byron Saxton: London Calling was a humiliating night for Baron Corbin and Elias! And they do not look in a good mood!

Corey Graves: Drew McIntyre caught them by surprise!

Byron Saxton: They attacked him from behind Corey!

Corey Graves: Anyway, they will be looking to take out their anger from that humiliation on The Miz and whoever his partner is tonight!

*I CAME TO PLAY*​

A decent pop from the live crowd as The Miz makes his way out with a microphone in his hand as he lets out a slight smirk. He pushes the sunglasses up to the top of his head as he gets ready to speak.

The Miz: Tonight is a night I have been waiting for a long time. See this man was a friend of mine for many years. And tonight he joins me in my fight against the Corporation!

Cheers from the crowd as The Miz lets out a smile.

The Miz: And I can assure you this ain't no make believe!

Louder pop now as a number of the fans work out who his tag team partner is.

The Miz: My partner is JOHN MORRISON!

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A loud pop from the live crowd as the Sharman of sexy John Morrison is back on Smackdown! He walks to the top of the entrance ramp and gives his friend The Miz a hug as Corbin and Elias watch on. Miz and Morrison make their way to the ring as Morrison steps into the ring starting for them whilst Corbin starts for the heels.

Match 4: The Miz and John Morrison vs Baron Corbin and Elias​

Match summary: The Miz and Morrison control the majority of the match with Elias and Corbin clearly suffering due to the damage they took when Drew humiliated them at London Calling. There is a short period of control with Elias and Corbin working over The Miz but The Miz escapes and makes the hot tag bringing John Morrison back into the match! He is a house on fire taking both men down with ease. John Morrison then gets Elias into the corner and hits him with STARSHIP PAIN! Morrison makes the cover as The Miz takes care of Baron Corbin as Morrison picks up the win for his team on his return to the WWE!

Winners via pinfall: The Miz and John Morrison (5:05)​

John Morrison gets back to his feet as he enjoys the reaction from the live crowd. The Miz makes his way over to his friend and raises his arm into the air as they soak in the reaction from the live crowd.

Byron Saxton: John Morrison is back in the WWE! And picks up the win for his team!

Corey Graves: I thought John Morrison was smarter than this to team back up with Miz! John will regret crossing the Corporation on his return!

Miz and Morrison carry on celebrating in the ring as we even get a bit of a slow-motion celebration from John Morrison. Meanwhile, on the outside of the ring, we see Corbin and Elias retreat to the back, angry at being shown up tonight!

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We then cut backstage as we can see The Iiconics stood in their locker room and both look unhappy as they look at the camera.

Peyton Royce: Over the last few months something horrible has happened.

Billie Kay: Something disgraceful!

Peyton Royce: We have been locked out of the Women's tag title picture!

Billie Kay: The very titles we made...

Both: ICONIC!

Peyton Royce: I mean look what happened once we lost them.

Billie Kay: No one can seem to hold onto them.

Peyton Royce: I mean there is no team as close to each other, as iconic as us!

Billie Kay: And there is no one more iconic than you Peyton.

Peyton puts her hand on her chest and blushes.

Peyton Royce: But Billie you're even more Iconic.

Both women share a hug as they turn to the camera.

Peyton Royce: But Team Kick? They are not iconic. Those two are...

Peyton wretches as she says the next word.

Peyton Royce: Video game nerds.

Peyton fakes puking as Billie makes sure her friend is OK. Peyton waves Billie on who turns to the camera as she points at Billie.

Billie Kay: See what this is doing to Peyton? Those two losers are holding what should be our titles!

Peyton slowly stumbles to her feet.

Billie Kay: Are you OK?

Peyton Royce: I'm fine, I'm fine.

Billie Kay: You're so strong.

Peyton Royce: I know.

Peyton recomposes herself as she looks at the camera.

Peyton Royce: But we all know Dakota is a loser don't we?

Billie puts her hand over her mouth faking shock at that line.

Peyton Royce: I mean you already lost the NXT Women's title and soon you'll lose those tag team titles.

Billie Kay: Next week, we are calling out any team on NXT other than the tag team champions and we will show them first hand what a real team looks like!

Peyton Royce: And we will make NXT once again...

Both: ICONIC!

Both women stand there were with their chest pushed out and arms behind their back posing having sent a challenge to the women's tag teams on NXT!

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When we return from the commercial break, we see Shane McMahon in his office as Roman is sat down on a sofa with an angry look on his face.

Roman Reigns: I shouldn't even have to defend my title tonight!

Shane McMahon: I know Roman but Triple H has equal power so I can only adjust the match not change it.

Roman gets up to his feet as he towers over Shane in his wheelchair.

Roman Reigns: Fine. I'll just have to crush him like I crushed Ricochet.

Roman storms off clearly not happy but as he goes to leaves, Daniel Bryan and Erick Rowan enter the room. The pair have a brief staredown as Bryan glances at the WWE title for a moment.

Roman Reigns: You want something?

Daniel Bryan lets out a wry smirk.

Daniel Bryan: Don't worry Roman, I'm here to see Shane. I know you're a worthy champion for this planet, unlike the last champion. I know first hand how good you are.

Daniel Bryan and Roman lock eyes for a moment.

Roman Reigns: Don't forget it.

Roman walks off leaving Daniel Bryan and Erick Rowan in the room alone with Shane McMahon. Shane rolls over to Daniel Bryan.

Daniel Bryan: You wanted to see me, Shane.

Shane McMahon: Well first of all my friend congratulations on your victory last night.

Daniel Bryan: It was always going to happen. If Finn just said sorry, I wouldn't have had to teach him a lesson.

Shane McMahon: Well I know how to say thanks. So thank you for all you have done for the planet and all you are going to do for me.

Bryan tilts his head as Erick Rowan walks over to the camera guy and gets right up close to the lens!

Erick Rowan: LEAVE!

The camera guy doesn't have to be told twice by the giant and hightails it out of there leaving the planet champions to discuss Shane's plan.

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We then cut to Cathy Kelly who is stood ready for a backstage interview.

Cathy Kelly: Would you please welcome my guests at this time The Hardy Boyz!

Jeff and Matt Hardy walk into the shot getting a loud pop from the live crowd. Matt looks quite disheveled and broken whilst Jeff looks like well Jeff.

Cathy Kelly: Jeff, Matt you are moments away from your Smackdown tag team match with Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn. How are you feeling?

Matt Hardy: We are feeling wonderful! Soon the gold will be ours!

Jeff Hardy: You may think being tag team champions eight times together would make this less special but it doesn't.

Jeff turns to his brother.

Jeff Hardy: Even though you have changed we are still brothers and we still know each other inside out! To become nine-time tag team champions would mean so much at this stage of our careers.

Matt Hardy: Exactly Brother Nero! Tonight when we fight the fighter of prizes and the underground underdog...

Jeff mouths along with those nicknames confused as fuck.

Matt Hardy: We will become champions again and have something to lure the raiders of war into battle!

Jeff Hardy: Exactly... Matt.

Jeff shakes his head before carrying on.

Jeff Hardy: Because we ain't done with the War Raiders. They took months off my career. They did untold damage to my brother Matt. They want a war? They will get one!

Jeff and Matt Hardy walk off as they head towards the ring ready for their Smackdown tag team titles match.

Corey Graves: Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn will defend their Smackdown tag team titles against the Hardy Boyz. And that match is up next!

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*LOADED*​

A loud pop as we return from the commercial break as Jeff Hardy makes his way out doing his usual dance moves however his brother does join him straight away until this hits...

*THE DELETION ANTHEM*​

Matt Hardy makes his way out and starts doing the “DELETE” taunt which gets the fans to start doing a delete chant. Matt turns to his brother and tries to get him to join in with the chant. Jeff shakes his head and does his own thing which Matt accepts.

Corey Graves: Matt has lost his mind.

Byron Saxton: Listen Matt is a unique individual like his brother but tonight the brothers have the chance to create history and become nine-time tag team champions if they win tonight!

*FIGHT*
*WORLDS APART*​

A loud pop from the live crowd as Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens make their way out to the ring with their Smackdown tag team titles in hand. Both men take their time walking to the ring as Owens and Sami both look like they are in a lot of pain.

Byron Saxton: Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens went through a war on Sunday at London Calling. And just five days later they have to put their tag team titles on the line against one of the best tag teams of all time!

Corey Graves: You have to wonder what state these two are in and if they can survive the challenge they face tonight!

Kevin Owens speaks to Sami and steps into the ring to start the match whilst Jeff Hardy starts the match for the Hardy Boyz.

Match 4: Smackdown Tag team titles match: Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn vs The Hardy Boyz​

Match summary: Owens and Jeff Hardy start the match off with a handshake. The commentary team put over the fact Owens would have grown up watching The Hardys as a kid and is now facing off against two of the legends he used to watch wrestle. In a surprising twist, the Hardy Boyz control a lot of the match with Owens and Sami Zayn not at 100% after their war with the War Raiders!

As the match goes on the tag team veterans end up isolating Sami Zayn and start to work him over. Matt Hardy ends up acting like a bit of a dick and at one point even bites Sami which pisses Owens off and nearly makes him storm the ring! Jeff tells his brother off for his actions and demands to tag back into the match with Matt agrees to.

This gives Sami enough time to recover as Jeff Hardy tries to keep him down but Sami escapes and hits a sunset flip powerbomb for a close near fall! Sami then makes it to his corner as he makes the hot tag and brings KO back into the match. And KO is still heated after what Matt did to his best friend! Owens batters Matt Hardy and nearly gets himself DQ'd! Jeff Hardy charges in and tries to stop Kevin Owens but gets a STUNNER!

Jeff falls out of the ring as Owens turns back around to attack Matt Hardy but gets a kick to the weakened ribs of KO who is still suffering from his massive bullfrog splash in London! Matt then grabs hold of as Kevin Owens and plants him with the TWIST OF FATE! Matt Hardy makes the cover 1 2 Sami breaks it up! Sami takes the fight to Matt Hardy looking to save his partner and plants him with BLUE THUNDER BOMB!

Sami helps Kevin Owens up to his feet as Jeff Hardy charges into the ring and both men connect with a SUPERKICK to the face stunning Jeff! Owens turns to Matt as he Irish whips him into the corner of the ring! Owens then grabs Jeff and hits him with a POP-UP POWERBOMB causing Jeff to roll out of the ring! Zayn meanwhile follows after Matt as this happens and hits the HULLEVA KICK! Matt Hardy stumbles out of the corner and gets hit with a STUNNER! Kevin Owens makes the cover 1 2 3!

Winners via pinfall and still Smackdown tag team champions: Kevin Owens and Zayn (11:44)​

Byron Saxton: Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn hold onto their Smackdown tag team titles!

Corey Graves: The Hardy Boyz gave them a close scare tonight but they came up just short against these two best friends.

Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn hug in the center of the ring with both men a bit exhausted after two title matches within five days. Jeff Hardy comes to holding his back as he looks at Kevin Owens. Owens is still a little annoyed about some of the tricks Matt tried to pull as the broken one gets to his feet. Jeff being the voice of reason calms the champions down and offers them a handshake. Matt mimics his brother and after some tension the champions accept!

Byron Saxton: A nice show of sportsmanship here between two of the top teams on Smackdown Live!

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When we return from the commercial break, we see the Hardy Boyz walking through the back. Matt looks a bit out of it as Jeff grabs him by the shoulder and stops him.

Jeff Hardy: Matt you need to tone this stuff down. I get we want to win the titles but biting people isn't the way to do it!

Matt tilts his head a bit confused by Jeff's comments.

Matt Hardy: They needed to be DELETED so we can become tag team champions!

Jeff Hardy: But there is no need to use those...

BAM! Jeff and Matt fall to the ground as we see THE WAR RAIDERS TOWER OVER THEM! Hanson and Rowe glare at the Hardys and mount them laying in several punches on the floor. Both men drag them off the floor and toss them each into separate walls causing the Hardy Boyz backs to bounce off them. Hanson and Rowe are not done there though as they see a production crate on the side and nods at each other! Hanson has Jeff by the neck whilst Rowe has Matt by the neck! They lift them up into the air looking for a DOUBLE CHOKESLAM!

Hanson manages to plant Jeff on the production crate but MATT BITES ROWE'S HAND FORCING HIM TO LET GO! Rowe cries out in pain as Matt leaps at him looking for a forearm smash but Rowe wipes him out with a LEAPING LARIAT! Rowe grabs Matt Hardy and hits a POWERSLAM ONTO THE PRODUCTION CRATE! Both the Hardy Boyz falls to the floor as Rowe gets some feeling back in his hands but the War Raiders stand tall over the Hardy Boyz having once again destroyed the veterans here tonight!

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We cut to a black room with a lightbulb as Luke Harper slowly walks into the picture. He has a slight limp selling the damage done by Pete Dunne in their battle at London Calling. He slowly lifts his hand off showing some bandages wrapped around it as he glares at the camera.

Luke Harper: Look what you did! LOOK AT IT!

Harper's voice is shaking as he says it without breaking eye contact with the camera.

Luke Harper: Not only did you bite me like a wild animal but you took what is mine!

Harper lowers his hand as he seems to be getting angrier by the second!

Luke Harper: You think that was the end Dunne? No this is the start. I shouldn't have to earn a rematch.

Harper once again lifts his damaged hand into the air.

Luke Harper: Gran Metalik. You have been put in my path. What happens to you next week is nothing personal but I will get back what is mine!

Luke moves forward getting up close with the camera until we can only see his cold angry eyes.

Luke Harper:

Harper glares for a few seconds before the light behind him goes out!

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We then cut to a hallway backstage as we see Drew McIntyre walking down the hallway with an angry look on his face.

Corey Graves: Up next, we have the WWE title on the line in the main event as Drew McIntyre takes on Roman Reigns. Don't go anywhere!

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*BROKEN DREAMS*​

Loud cheers as the sinister Scotsman slowly makes his way out. Drew McIntyre doesn't acknowledge Roman and has his eyes on the ring. He takes his time before stepping inside the ropes ahead of arguably the biggest match of his career so far!

Byron Saxton: Drew is focused on revenge tonight! The Corporation betrayed him at Summerslam to help Roman become WWE champion.

Corey Graves: Drew can look at it as a betrayal Byron but the Corporation look at it as just business. They felt Roman Reigns was the champion who was best for business and they made sure he walked out of Summerslam as WWE champion!

*THE EMPIRE*​

Roman Reigns makes his way out getting massive heat from the crowd. However, instead of walking down the ramp he stands there and lifts his WWE title into the air!

Byron Saxton: What is the champ waiting for? Why is he not making his way to the ring?

Corey Graves: Roman does things on his seclude not yours Byron. His time is very important.

Roman gets bigger boos from the crowd as he taunts them by just standing there. Drew dares him to head to the ring when...

*HERE COMES THE MONEY*​

Shane McMahon slowly wheels himself out to the top of the ramp as he stands next to the WWE champion with a microphone in hand. Drew already looks angry as Shane lets out a smug smirk.

Shane McMahon: Drew there has been a last-minute update to your WWE title match!

Loud boos from the crowd as Shane smiles.

Shane McMahon: After what happened at the start of the show, I don't want a repeat and you to cause this match to get out of control. So this WWE title match with now be a LUMBERJACK MATCH!

Boos from the crowd as they see The Corporation and allies making their way out (War Raiders, Corbin, Elias, Byran, Erick Rowan, and The Revival). Roman Reigns leads the way with a smug smirk on his face. Drew shakes his head angry in the ring as the Corporation stack the deck against him!

*KING OF KINGS*​

HHH walks out in a suit as Shane McMahon shakes his head. The heels meanwhile are distracted by HHH's presence.

HHH: Shane you forgot to run that by me but that's fine because I figured you would pull something like this. So allow me to bring out the rest of the lumberjacks!

And the wrestlers who have been feuding with the Corporation start to make their way to the ring (New Day, Kevin Owens, Sami Zayn, Ricochet, Finn Balor, The Miz, and John Morrison). As this is going on Roman Reigns turns around as Drew hits a SOMERSAULT PLANCHA ONTO ROMAN REIGNS AND THE HEEL LUMBERJACKS! A loud pop from the crowd as Drew McIntyre grabs Roman Reigns and rolls him back into the ring getting the main event started!

Main event: WWE title lumberjack match: Roman Reigns (c) vs Drew McIntyre​

Match summary: Drew McIntyre in the early stages of the match batters Roman Reigns and start laying into the WWE Champion! Roman is on the ropes as on the outside of the ring as we see the lumberjacks split into two groups. On one side of the ring are the heels and on the other side of the ring we have the faces. A lot of words are thrown between the two groups as the match is going on.

Roman though gets himself a moment of rest bite as he tosses Drew McIntyre out of the ring and towards the heel lumberjacks! The heel lumberjacks start laying a beating on Drew getting boos from the crowd. Drew though shows off his insane power and fights back before sliding into the ring as Roman lays out Drew McIntyre! Roman stays in control as he starts trash talking Drew and keeps throwing him to the heel lumberjacks with the face lumberjacks having to break it up often.

However, he doesn't stop there as he trash talks the face lumberjacks nearly causing a reaction from Kofi and Owens but they stay on the outside for the moment. As Roman turns around though Drew clatters him and sends him over the ropes allowing the face lumberjacks to lay in a few blows. Roman fights back but struggles as the heel lumberjacks make the save.

As they brawl Drew comes out joining in on the fight before grabbing Reigns rolling him back into the ring. Drew lines Roman up and starts to once again batter Roman Reigns. However, there is a commotion outside the ring as... RANDY ORTON RUNS DOWN THE RAMP AND JUMPS ONTO KOFI! Mixed reaction as the Viper goes wild laying into Kofi with tape around his ribs. This prompts the New Day to get involved and The Revival get involved as well!

Soon all the lumberjacks are brawling as it spills into the ring just as Drew sets Roman up for a Claymore. Drew gets in Owens' face in the ring as the two argue again as Roman uses this to attack Drew from behind but as he is about to do more Orton gets in Reigns's way leading to staredown! However, Kofi jumps off the ropes and wipes out Roman! Roman looks annoyed as he turns around into a FUTURESHOCK DDT! Drew then makes his way to the corner getting ready for the CLAYMORE but Corbin climbs into the ring and attacks Drew causing the referee to call for the bell!

Winner via DQ: Drew McIntyre (9:28)​

The brawl carries on in the ring as Corbin tries to attack Drew but Drew fights him off with ease. Corbin and Elias then end up battling with Miz and Morrison after their battle earlier. Meanwhile Reigns and Drew resume battling, not giving a damn there is no more match! It is carnage at ringside as the brawls carry on. Owens, Zayn, Balor, Ricochet, Big E, and Woods are battling Daniel Bryan, Erick Rowan, The Revival, and The War Raiders. Orton and Kofi meanwhile have spilled into the commentary area causing Corey and Byron Saxton to get the hell out of there! It is total chaos until...

*KING OF KINGS*​

HHH: That is enough! Stop this right now!

No one stops as the situation is out of control!

HHH: I SAID STOP RIGHT NOW!

The brawl finally stops as all the men around ringside stare at the Game who is furious.

HHH: This needs to end. Kofi and Orton this has been going on for ten years now so at Halloween Havoc you will end this rivalry!

Cheers from the crowd excited for the match. Orton and Kofi glare at each other as The Revival and The New Day keep them back but HHH isn't done.

HHH: And Roman you will be putting that WWE title on the line against Drew McIntyre one more time at Halloween Havoc!

Roman shakes his head annoyed whilst Drew glares at Roman, ready to kill him.

HHH: And to make sure what happened tonight, doesn't happen again both matches will take place inside HELL IN A CELL!

HHH drops the microphone as the crowd cheer that massive announcement. We then cut to shots of the faces of all 4 men around the ringside area. Kofi and Orton are staring each other down as Orton lets out a slight smirk. Meanwhile Drew and Reigns give each other death glares as the show ends on that bombshell!

Matches announced for Friday night Smackdown:​

Intercontinental title beat the clock challenge:
Luke Harper vs Gran Metalik

Intercontinental title beat the clock challenge:
Apollo Crews vs Buddy Murphy

Intercontinental title beat the clock challenge:
Cedric Alexander vs Shelton Benjamin​

Intercontinental title beat the clock challenge:
R-Truth vs Jinder Mahal

Singles match:
Lacey Evans vs Alexa Bliss​

Matchcard for Halloween Havoc (Hell in a Cell):
October 27th
New Orleans, Louisiana​

Theme song:
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Hell in a Cell WWE title match:
Roman Reigns (c) vs Drew McIntyre

Hell in a Cell match:
(10 years in the making)
Randy Orton vs Kofi Kingston

Smackdown Women's title match:
Asuka (c) vs Ruby Riott

Intercontinental title match:
Pete Dunne (c) vs ???

EWR Rating:
74%​

 

[Roy Mustang]

News update:

Reason for two Hell in a Cell matches at Halloween Havoc:
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It was announced on this week's Friday night Smackdown that two matches at Halloween Havoc will be taking place inside Hell in a Cell! The reasoning for this was the show being planned well in advance and this PPV was originally called Hell in a Cell. However, Vince has changed his mind on gimmick PPV's and told the writers to come up with another name saying he wanted the stipulation to be a tag line for the show. WWE also feel that these two matches should be better received than the last two years' main events which both ended in a no contest which was fucking dumb.

Matchcard for Halloween Havoc (Hell in a Cell):
October 27th
New Orleans, Louisiana

Theme song:


Hell in a Cell WWE title match:
Roman Reigns (c) vs Drew McIntyre

Hell in a Cell match:
(10 years in the making)
Randy Orton vs Kofi Kingston

Smackdown Women's title match:
Asuka (c) vs Ruby Riott

Intercontinental title match:
Pete Dunne (c) vs ???​

 

[Roy Mustang]

Monday Night Raw:
October 7th:
Bakersfield, Califoinia​

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Monday Night Raw starts off with the usual theme song before we cut to the arena and the commentary team of Big Show and Michael Cole!

Michael Cole: Hello and welcome to the final edition of Monday Night Raw before Armageddon!

Big Show: And we have a massive night in store!

Michael Cole: That's right Paul. In our main event, Renee Young will be speaking to our Universal champion Seth Rollins and his challenger Rey Mysterio but we are starting tonight off with a contract signing for the Raw Women's title!

We then cut to the ring as we can see the table set up with a contract on it as Paige is stood in the ring.

Paige: It's good to be back in Bakersfield, California!

Cheap pop as Paige smiles.

Paige: Now let's get right down to business. Can I start by inviting the challenger this Sunday for the Raw Women's Title Bayley!

*TURN IT UP*​

Bayley makes her way out and is once again joined by the Pirate Princess Kairi Sane as the two friends make their way to the ring. Bayley is getting a decent reaction from the live crowd as she steps into the ring with her friend Kairi. Bayley doesn't even look at the contract and signs it straight away passing it back to Paige. Paige nods as she turns to the crowd.

Paige: And now it is time for the Raw Women's champion Sasha Banks!

*SKY'S THE LIMIT (REMIX)*​

Sasha Banks makes her way out with a smirk on her face as she walks down the ramp. She has the Raw Women's title around her waist before she steps into the ring and takes a seat at the table across from Bayley. Paige signals to sign the contract but Banks smirks and gestures for the microphone. Paige passes it to Sasha who smiles as she takes it.

Sasha Banks: Do you really think I'm signing a contract before reading it? I know she is naïve enough to do that but I ain't!

Bayley gets ready to attack Sasha but Kairi keeps her friend calm. This brings a smile to Sasha's face.

Sasha Banks: And that is what stops you, Bayley. You're too nice. You don't have what it takes to do what's necessary to get to the top!

Sasha places her Raw Women's title onto the table next to the contract.

Sasha Banks: In NXT you got away with being the naïve little girl these fans love but I'm no longer the person I used to be! I'm not your best friend anymore. I'm done holding back and now? I'm taking what's mine and anyone who gets in my way gets destroyed!

Bayley glares at Sasha as The Boss takes a moment to look at the contract before signing it! Bayley then grabs a microphone of her own.

Bayley: Sasha you keep telling me the same things. You keep calling me naïve and acting like I'm some little girl. I'm the one who ended your reign in NXT!

Cheers from the crowd as Bayley is getting fired up.

Bayley: In the first-ever Ironwoman match who won? It was me!

Bayley gets to her feet as Banks glares across the table sat down.

Bayley: I made the Boss into my bitch!

Oooooh's from the crowd as Bayley said a naughty word as Sasha glares at Bayley ready to hit her.

Bayley: Go on then Banks hit me! Because you know that you can't beat me! You didn't attack me because I was making you weak. No, you attacked me because you knew I could take that title from you!

Banks looks at the title and looks at Bayley.

Bayley: And this Sunday I get my revenge and that will be mine!

Bayley goes to grab the Raw Women's title but Banks moves it away clutching it tightly.

Sasha Banks: No you don't get to touch my title. And as for this Sunday, your little friend better stay away!

Kairi Sane gestures for the microphone which Bayley passes her.

Kairi Sane: I wouldn't get involved. Unlike you I have honor.

Sasha smirks.

Sasha Banks: I believe you Kairi but I also believe in leaving nothing to chance.

Bayley and Kairi Sane look confused as we see TAMINA slide into the ring and superkick Kairi Sane! Loud boos from the crowd as Sasha smirks. Bayley looks to go after Tamina but Sasha attacks Bayley from behind and starts slamming her into the table! Bayley tries to fight back but Sasha hits a jawbreaker! Tamina meanwhile drops Kairi with a Samoan drop. She then climbs to the top rope and hits a SUPERFLY SPLASH! Sasha meanwhile climbs to the top rope herself and flies off hitting a FROG SPLASH TO BAYLEY! The Boss gets back to her feet as she and Tamina look at each other as Tamina leaves Sasha alone in the ring!

Michael Cole: Is Tamina now working with Sasha Banks?

Big Show: She did mention on Twitter she wasn't happy losing last week and she took that out on Kairi Sane!

Michael Cole: Well the Boss Sasha Banks stands tall tonight but will she still be Raw Women's champion after this Sunday!

We see Sasha Banks stood tall over a laid-out Bayley and Kairi Sane as we cut to a commercial break.

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*OMEN IN THE SKY*​

We return from the commercial break as the Raw tag team champions The Good Brothers make their way out to the ring. They both show off their Raw tag team titles but it is only Luke Gallows dressed to compete tonight.

Michael Cole: Well this Sunday the Raw tag team champions put their titles on the line against four different opponents in a championship scramble match!

Big Show: And in an environment where they can lose their tag team titles without being pinned the Good Brothers are going to need all the momentum they can get!

*BRING THE SWAG*​

The Street Profits makes their way out next getting a decent pop from the live crowd. Montez Ford is dressed to compete whilst Angelo Dawkins starts passing empty red cups to the fans in the crowd. He clinks them with the fans as he walks to the ring whilst Montez Ford hypes them up.

Michael Cole: Neither man in this match is known for being singles wrestlers so it could be a tough match for both men.

Big Show: Agreed Michael. Being a tag team wrestler and a singles wrestler takes different skills. But the championship scramble at Armageddon this Sunday will be closer to a singles match than a normal tag team match with all the chaos in the ring!

Montez Ford hops into the ring as he stares down his larger opponent. Both Karl Anderson and Luke Gallows talk trash as the referee calls for the bell to get this match underway!

Match 1: Montez Ford w/Angelo Dawkins vs Luke Gallows w/Karl Anderson​

Match summary: Montez starts the match at a high pace whilst Luke Gallows tries to use his size to take down Montez Ford. On the outside of the ring, Karl Anderson and Angelo Dawkins exchange a few words with each other but no fists are thrown between the two men. The commentary team hype up the Championship scramble this Sunday and wonder if the champions can retain with the odds against them or if the Street Profits will finally get their hands on gold. Back in the ring as the match gets to the closing stages we see Montez Ford in control and Karl Anderson realizes his tag team partner is in danger.

Karl Anderson grabs one of the Raw tag team title belts and looks to slide it to Gallows but Angelo Dawkins leaps through the air and POUNCES KARL ANDERSON WIPING HIM OUT! Luke Gallows turns around concerned for his teammate but as he turns back around Montez Ford hits him with a SUPERMAN PUNCH! Montez runs to the ropes and climbs to the top rope as he flies off hitting the SPILT-LEGGED FROG SPLASH! Ford stays on him for the cover 1 2 3 Montez Ford picks up the win!

Winner via pinfall: Montez Ford (8:25)​

Montez Ford gets to his feet and runs to the ropes celebrating the win like a mad man shaking them up and down. Angelo Dawkins slides into the ring and Montez hugs his friend.

Michael Cole: A big win for Montez Ford tonight. And you can see how hyped up he is for the Championship Scramble match this Sunday.

Big Show: Montez Ford is a future star for sure and someone to keep an eye on. I could see the Street Profits finally becoming Raw tag team champions this Sunday!

On the outside meanwhile, The Club stumbles to their feet as they grab their Raw tag team titles, snatching them from the timekeeper's area. Both men look angry as The Street Profits dance in the ring and taunt them. The Good Brothers respond to this shouting they will show them why they're the champions this Sunday but the Street Profits carry on having fun with the fans as The Club retreat to the back.

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We then cut backstage as we see Seth Rollins arriving at the arena. He smiles to a few of the people backstage and acts respectful as he brings his gear into the arena. As he is walking he is stopped by Charly Caruso.

Charly Caruso: Seth can I get a few words?

Seth smiles.

Seth Rollins: Of course you can Charly.

Charly Caruso: In tonight's main event you and Rey Mysterio will come face to face ahead of your Universal title match this Sunday. How are you feeling ahead of facing an icon like Rey Mysterio?

Seth Rollins: I feel honored Charly. Getting to face a legend of this business and proving myself as Universal champion is something I want to do. To show why people call me Monday Night Rollins!

Charly Caruso: So you're not worried about heading into what could potentially be hostile territory for you?

Seth looks a bit unsure how to respond as he pauses for a moment.

Seth Rollins: Listen I keep hearing about the crowd in Mexico and how they are going to be behind Rey. However, who says they are all going to be against me? I saved this title from Brock Lesnar! I've been a fighting champion taking this show to new heights. I have spent the last few years being the ironman of this show. Listen Rey is a legend but the fans know that I am no longer the future, I'm the present.

Seth walks off on that note clearly a little frustrated bringing the interview to a close.

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*CELTIC INVASION*​

A massive pop when we return from the commercial break as The Man Becky Lynch makes her way out. She is in her signature leather jacket and she has a microphone in hand as she marches to the ring.

Michael Cole: Last week, we found out Shayna Baszler is going to be facing Beth Phoenix at Armageddon, not Becky Lynch.

Big Show: Yeah and whilst Becky can't be happy about having to wait to get her hands on Shayna, instead she will face The Real Horsewomen Jessamyn Duke and Marina Shafir in a handicap match.

Michael Cole: And you have to wonder if that's a good idea.

Big Show: Agreed Michael. Fighting two people at once is a challenge for anyone no matter how good you are.

Becky is now stood in the ring as she paces up and down a little before looking to address the live crowd.

Becky Lynch: Y'know my focus should be on this Sunday. I should be focusing on the two women I'm facing at Armageddon. But I just can't. I've always believed in having my eyes on the real prize.

Cheers from the crowd as The Man carries on.

Becky Lynch: See this Sunday isn't about revenge for me because I don't care about your two goons Shayna!

Becky smirks before scowling.

Becky Lynch: Sunday night is about removing an obstacle. See on Sunday my focus isn't just on winning the match. No, it's about making sure you two can't get in my way when I finally get my hands on Shayna!

Becky looks focused as the crowd cheer her on.

Becky Lynch: Once I break both of your arms they'll be just one more I need to collect. And the Man always collects her debts!

Becky lets out a smug smirk as she looks to carry on when...

Jessamyn Duke: Hey Becky, up here!

Becky turns around as she looks directly at the titantron as we see Jessamyn Duke and Marina Shafir sat down in a locker room with a pair of MMA gloves on each as they look at the camera. Becky doesn't look impressed.

Marina Shafir: You think we are just minions on the way to Shayna? You're very much mistaken.

Jessamyn Duke: Just like them we took names and broke our opponents in the MMA world and now we're here to do the same in WWE!

Marina Shafir: So stop worrying about Shayna because you won't get to her!

Boos from the crowd as Becky smirks.

Becky Lynch: Well you have a tiny bit of fire I'll give you that. I look forward to stamping it out.

Jessamyn Duke: Keep running your mouth because this Sunday we're going to break it!

Becky Lynch: Just like Ronda was?

Loud cheers from the crowd as The Real Horsewomen look angry at that comment.

Becky Lynch: I know what you did in MMA and you two are no Ronda Rousey. You ain't even Shayna Baszler! And this Sunday, I'll send you into hiding just like Ronda Rousey!

Becky drops the microphone and walks up the ramp as we see the Real Horsewomen both looking at the camera with an angry glare.

Michael Cole: Becky making a statement of intent tonight!

Big Show: The Man takes no prisoners Michael but maybe she is underestimating The Real Horsewomen?

Michael Cole: Well Paul, we will find out this Sunday.

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We then cut backstage as Renee Young is stood ready for an interview.

Renee Young: In tonight's main event I will be speaking to the Universal champion Seth Rollins and his challenger this Sunday Rey Mysterio.

Cheers from the live crowd excited to see both men.

Renee Young: But right now, please welcome my guests at this time Fire and Desire.

The former WWE Women's tag team champions walk onto the interview set.

Renee Young: Last week Sonya you picked up the win against Xia Li bring the score to one apiece in singles matches between you two against Xia Li and Taynara Conti.

Mandy Rose: Conti's win against me was beginner's luck!

Sonya Deville: Exactly, if we faced them in a tag team match we would win just like that.

Sonya snaps her fingers as she and Mandy smirk. However, it turns to a scowl as Xia Li and Taynara Conti walk into the shot.

Taynara Conti: What you're saying is false. I beat you because of my judo skills. What fighting skills do you have Mandy?

Xia Li: If you want a fight, speak to your friend Paige. And then we'll fight!

Taynara Conti: And we'll show you that I may be pretty like you but I'm crazier than anyone here!

The two teams stare each other down ready to fight as we cut to a commercial break.

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*FOR THE BETTER*​

Drew Gulak makes his way to the ring with a focused stare on his face dressed in a tracksuit ahead of his match against Dolph Ziggler. He gets boos from the crowd though a few fans cheer for him as he slides into the ring.

Michael Cole: Last week Drew Gulak offered Dolph Ziggler the chance to use him as his manager. Ziggler turned it down leading to this match.

Big Show: Dolph Ziggler is a veteran in WWE at this stage of his career and no disrespect to the very talented Drew Gulak, he ain't going to be looking for someone younger than him for advice.

*HERE TO SHOW THE WORLD*​

A decent reaction from the live crowd as Dolph Ziggler makes his way out. He is hyped up as he walks to the ring but does pose a few times for the fans. Gulak in the ring talks some trash to Ziggler from inside the ring telling him this is why he lost his North American title.

Michael Cole: Well Dolph may have needed some advice a few months ago when he was going through a slight rut in his career Paul.

Big Show: You're right Michael but his time back down in NXT helped him find his spark. And even though he lost the North American title to Roderick Strong, I'd argue Ziggler is back on form.

Dolph Ziggler steps into the ring as Drew Gulak carries on the trash talk. Dolph though ignores him and has his head in the game. The referee calls for the bell to get this match underway.

Match 2: Dolph Ziggler vs Drew Gulak​

Match summary: Both men start the match with a lock-up in the center of the ring as Drew Gulak tries to use his amateur wrestling experience to take Ziggler down to the mat. Dolph though catches him by surprise though and takes control thanks to his own experience as an amateur wrestler. And that pisses Drew Gulak off! Drew after being shown up one too many times gets a cheap shot in on Dolph allowing him to take back control of the match!

Drew tries to grind Dolph down and take away his speed but Ziggler is too much for Gulak in that regard and is able to stay on his feet. Gulak though stays in the match and puts on a very good showing in defeat, even catching Ziggler out on a few occasions when Ziggler makes a slight error. In the end, though Ziggler is able to hit Gualk with the ZIGZAG before following it up with a SUPERKICK to pick up the win!

Winner via pinfall: Dolph Ziggler (9:34)​

Ziggler gets to his feet as the referee raises his arm into the air. The fans cheer Dolph Ziggler after picking up the win tonight.

Michael Cole: Dolph Ziggler picks up the win tonight but Drew Gulak made him fight for it.

Big Show: Drew can take a lot of credit from this match. And he may have even shown Ziggler some flaws in his game!

Michael Cole: You have to wonder what is next for Dolph Ziggler now he is back on Raw and seems to be getting back to his best!

Ziggler carries on celebrating in the ring as Drew Gulak on the outside shakes his head disappointed with his loss tonight.

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We then see Aleister Black walking down the hallway backstage with an angry glare.

Michael Cole: Well up next we are going to hear from a very angry Aleister Black ahead of his match this Sunday with Brock Lesnar! You do not want to go anywhere!

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*ROOT OF ALL EVIL*​

Loud cheers from the live crowd as Aleister Black starts to make his way to the ring sans the signature entrance. He walks down the ramp at a fast pace, keeping an angry glare the entire time, he walks to the ring.

Michael Cole: Three weeks ago, Black made it clear he did not want to wait till Armageddon to make Brock pay for his sins. He told Paul Heyman to bring Brock to Raw but since then there has been no sign of the Beast.

Big Show: Paul Heyman promised Black he would bring Brock to Raw but trusting Paul Heyman is always a mistake.

Ask the Good Brothers about that one.

Michael Cole: And as we know Brock turns up when Brock feels like it!

Big Show: Exactly Michael. No one controls Brock Lesnar.

Black is now stood in the ring as he takes a seat in the center of the ring in his signature cross-legged pose.

Aleister Black: Paul Heyman.

Boos from the crowd as Black glares at the camera.

Aleister Black: You stood in front of me and promised me you would bring Brock Lesnar to Raw to face his sins. You told me you would pass on my message.

Black stops for a moment, almost ready to boil over and lose his temper.

Aleister Black: But you created more sins for yourself.

Black glares at the camera with a look of total disdain as he talks about Paul Heyman.

Aleister Black: Greed. Paul that's your main sin. You look at your client Brock and you see the dollar signs. So you'll do whatever he wants.

Black slightly adjusts his legs as he keeps his eyes on the camera.

Aleister Black: Even when he treats you like the coward you are, you suck it up because all you have your eyes on is the payday.

Cheers from the crowd into the promo as Aleister Black rips into Paul Heyman.

Aleister Black: But Brock, you have so many sins. It's a challenge to pick which one is your biggest. Just like Heyman, you suffer from greed. Chasing money when you have more money than any man could ever need.

Black shakes his head.

Aleister Black: That's not your main sin. No, your main sin is sloth.

Loud cheers from the fans as always when someone calls out Brock Lesnar for his laziness.

Aleister Black: That's why you won't show up. Because you don't want to. And when you don't want to show up, you don't. You stay away and only do what you need to get your money.

Black at this point gets back to his feet.

Aleister Black: And once again, I've been told you're not here tonight!

Loud boos from the crowd upon hearing Brock Lesnar is skipping another Raw.

Aleister Black: But I know your messenger is! I know that even when you're not here Heyman is back there.

Aleister Black looks towards the entrance ramp with an angry glare.

Aleister Black: So Paul Heyman, I guess you'll have to pay for Brock's sins instead!

Black drops the microphone and starts walking to the ropes getting loud cheers from the crowd. He walks up the ramp and heads backstage into the gorilla position causing a commotion as we see a bunch of personnel get the hell out of there! Black looks around until he sees Paul Heyman who is in the corner of the room trying to hide unsuccessfully. Paul at that point starts to beg Aleister Black off!

Paul Heyman: Aleister, Aleister calm down please. You do not have to do this. Please I beg you!

Black grabs Paul Heyman and tosses him onto one of the tables. Paul cries in pain as Black makes his way over to Paul Heyman and towers over him.

Aleister Black: I warned you. I told you if he didn't appear you would pay for his sins.

Black gets ready to do some damage to Paul Heyman as BROCK LESNAR APPEARS AND GERMAN SUPLEXES HIM TO THE CONCRETE FLOOR! Loud boos from the crowd watching in the arena as Heyman's fear turns to pure glee and he starts laughing. Brock grabs Black and starts mounting him with several punches as he looks to batter the Dutch destroyer! Black struggles on the floor as Brock drags him up as we can see Black has been BUSTED OPEN!

Brock Lesnar puts Black on his shoulders as he looks to go for an F5 but Black fights back with several elbows to the skull! Brock is forced to let go as Heyman in the background looks concerned. Black starts hitting Brock with a few kicks to the stomach which staggers Brock and makes the Beast fall down for a moment! Black has to take a moment to feel his head as he sees the blood pouring from his forehead and snarls.

He lines Brock Lesnar up as he gets back to his feet and goes for BLACK MASS... BROCK DUCKS AND SCOOPS BLACK UP ONTO HIS SHOULDERS AND PLANTS HIM WITH AN F5! Just like that Brock turned the tide! Brock Lesnar stands over Black as he glares at him and looks like he is going to do more until Heyman comes over and says that's enough save it for Sunday! Brock looks at Black and pushes Heyman aside! Brock isn't finished yet! He grabs hold of Black as he scoops him up off the floor and tosses him across the room with a German suplex!

Brock makes his way over and clobbers Black with a few more elbows before looking over at the table Heyman was originally tossed onto to by Black. Brock lifts Black into the air and hits him with an F5 THROUGH THE TABLE! Black goes crashing through the table as Brock stands over Black and lets out his scream as a bunch of medical personnel and security finally appear. Heyman once again tells Brock it is time to go and this time, mercifully Brock listens leaving a battered Aleister Black in his wake as we cut to commercial break.

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When we return from the commercial break we cut to the commentary team.

Michael Cole: If you are just tuning in and missed what happened before the commercial break, Aleister Black went backstage to confront Paul Heyman but Brock Lesnar was lying in wait.

Big Show: Brock Lesnar tonight showed the dangers of trying to take on the beast.

Michael Cole: And I'm getting word from our medics backstage that Aleister Black will be fit to compete this Sunday at Armageddon but he will be far from one hundred percent after the beating he suffered tonight.

Big Show: Facing Brock at one hundred percent is bad enough let alone going in hurt.

*ELITE*​

Kurt Angle and Chad Gable make their way out to the ring which immediately lightens the crowd's mood. Kurt even gets a few of the fans to start up a “YOU SUCK” chant as the pair walk to the ring. Gable slides inside as we see Kurt giving Gable a few instructions from ringside.

Michael Cole: Chad Gable has been on a bit of a roll since Kurt Angle became his manager as he looks to get himself into position to face Samoa Joe one more time for the United States title!

Big Show: Kurt Angle was one of the toughest opponents I faced. He is a wrestling genius and always knew how to take down his opponents no matter their size. He is the perfect man to teach Gable how to overcome a monster like Samoa Joe.

*SHADOWS OF A SETTING SUN*​

Michael Cole: However Gable will need an entirely different strategy to beat Shinsuke Nakamura!

Big Show: And this is where Kurt Angle's experience comes in invaluable. Having wrestled in Japan, Kurt Angle knows strong style inside out.

Boos from the crowd as Shinsuke Nakamura makes his way down the ramp with a cocky smirk. As he approaches the ring he shouts some abuse at Kurt Angle in Japanese which the legend ignores. Shinsuke steps in the ring as he looks to wind up Gable but the Olympian remains unfazed.

Match 3: Chad Gable w/Kurt Angle vs Shinsuke Nakamura​

Match summary: Both men start the match grappling in the center of the ring but Shinsuke holds his own thanks to his MMA experience but Gable is an expert in amateur wrestling mentored by Kurt Angle so he takes down Nakamura early on with ease. Once he grounds the King of Strong Style, Gable starts to work over the leg of Shinsuke as he looks to take the hard knees and strikes away from Shinsuke.

Shinsuke makes sure to get to the ropes and get to safety each time Gable looks close to getting the Ankle lock-in. Shinsuke even rolls out of the ring getting some breathing room after the early assault from Gable. Gable does let up as he hits Shinsuke with a cannonball senton off the apron wiping out Shinsuke. Chad gets cheers from the crowd for the move as he grabs Shinsuke and rolls him back into the ring!

Chad Gable once again goes to work as he goes after the leg and wears down Shinsuke with several submissions really shocking the King of Strong Style. The only way Shinsuke can get back into the match is by faking an injury causing the referee to check on him. Gable goes over to get some instructions from Kurt Angle but Shinsuke uses to sneak attack him!

Shinsuke from there batters Chad Gable with several strikes as he shows the Olympian the meaning of strong style. Gable though weathers the storm and catches a running knee strike hitting a WICKED DRAGON SCREW LEG WHIP! Shinsuke grabs his leg in a ton of pain and Chad Gable pounces locking in the ANKLE LOCK! Shinsuke is in a ton of pain straight away but scrambles to the ropes before Gable can grapevine the hold!

Shinsuke clings to the ropes like a child as Gable lets go of the hold at the count of 2. Shinsuke after this struggles to his feet as tries to take back control with his signature hard strikes. However, the damage to his leg becomes too much and costs him the match as he charges in looking for the KINSHASA but his other leg buckles as he charges in! Chad Gable takes advantage as he grabs Shinsuke hitting him with an O'CONNOR ROLL INTO A BRIDGING GERMAN SUPLEX! 1 2 3! Gable picks up the win!

Winner via submission: Chad Gable (10:22)​

Chad Gable gets to his feet and celebrates a big win tonight! Kurt Angle slides into the ring and joins Gable in his celebrations. Shinsuke Nakamura meanwhile sulks and retreats to the corner of the ring as he nurses his damaged leg.

Michael Cole: A massive win for Chad Gable tonight against a former Royal Rumble winner!

Big Show: And he controlled most of the match as well. Gable is really starting to come along under Angle's mentorship and you have to think he will be next in line for whoever wins this Sunday between Rusev and Samoa Joe!

Chad Gable carries on his celebrations in the ring as the fans start to shower him with “YOU SUCK” chants bringing a smile to Kurt and Chad's faces as we cut to a commercial break.

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When we return from the commercial break, the screen is in black and white as Mustafa Ali is shown in a hoodie sat down on some steps outside a building looking off into the distance.

Mustafa Ali: The pain of coming this close to achieving your dreams can break even the strongest of men.

We cut to a clip of Mustafa Ali being hit with the Mexican Destroyer from the top of the ladder at Money in the Bank. We then back to Mustafa Ali who pulls his hoodie down.

Mustafa Ali: It can make you want to hide away.

We then see him eliminating AJ Styles from the Elimination Chamber at Stomping Grounds before getting eliminated by Bobby Lashley. Mustafa Ali is now stood up looking off into the distance.

Mustafa Ali: To give up on your dreams.

We see Ali hitting the 054 on Rey Mysterio before Dar runs in and steals the win with a roll-up hooking the tights! Ali turns to the steps which almost seem to tower over him and goes miles back into the distance.

Mustafa Ali: But it can also make you strive harder! Fight even harder to get to the top!

Mustafa Ali is showing climbing the stairs.

Mustafa Ali: Noam Dar, you think my failures define me? No, they inspire me.

Ali carries on his climb as we cut images of him talking and staring directly at the camera.

Mustafa Ali: Every time I came up short in the past, it was a lesson. And each time I got closer and closer to making it to the top!

Ali is now halfway up the stairs as we cut back to him speaking.

Mustafa Ali: You took your failures and used them as an excuse to cut corners!

We see images of Noam Dar cheating in matches and sneak attacking people including once again focusing on him pulling Ali's tights at Armageddon.

Mustafa Ali: You think I'm going to choke? No, I'm going to fly and this Sunday, I will finally become a champion.

Mustafa Ali is then shown getting to the top of the staircase as he stares off into the distance before cutting to one final image of Mustafa Ali looking determined as he gets ready to go to war with Dar this Sunday.

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We cut back to the arena as we see a cocky Noam Dar holding his Cruiserweight title on his shoulder. He has a smirk on his face and is chewing gum as Charly Caruso approaches him.

Charly Caruso: Noam Dar, strong words from your opponent this Sunday. How are you feeling ahead of the match?

Dar lets out a chuckle.

Noam Dar: Listen love, Mustafa Ali is all talk. Look who walked out as champion last time we stepped into the ring together. Go on Charly who walked out as champion.

Charly gets ready to answer but before she can speak Noam Dar interrupts her.

Noam Dar: That's right me!

Dar smirks and lets out a cocky smug chuckle.

Noam Dar: And this Sunday, Ali will choke one more time!

Dar lets out a chuckle and walks off leaving Charly Caruso to shake her head in disgust at Dar's cocky attitude as we cut back to the commentary team at ringside.

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Michael Cole: Paul do you think Noam Dar's cocky attitude will come back to bite him?

Big Show: It might. Mustafa Ali has come this close to becoming a champion on so many occasions. This Sunday at Armageddon he might just finally take the next step and take the Cruiserweight title from Noam Dar.

*REBELLION*​

A fairly muted reaction as The Ascension makes their way out to the ring with microphones in hand. Neither man looks happy as they look to address the live crowd.

Viktor: Last week, The Authors of Pain tried to use us to send a message!

Konnor: Did you think we were going to take that lying down? Tonight we welcome them to the wasteland!

Short and sweet from The Ascension as they wait for the Authors of Pain to make their way to the ring.

*PAIN*​

The Authors of Pain march out getting boos from the crowd as the Ascension nod and slide out of the ring! And the Authors of Pain ain't waiting as they charge down the ramp.

Big Show: I'm not sure this is a good idea. The Ascension might be speeding up their demise.

Viktor and Konnor slide out of the ring to meet the giants and Big Show is right! AOP clobber the ever-living fuck out of The Ascension before tossing them around like rag dolls. Akam grabs Viktor and rolls him into the ring whilst Rezar picks up Konnor and slams him onto the ring apron with a spinebuster! Konnor falls to the floor as Rezar climbs onto the apron. Akam intimidate the referee and gets him to start the match!

Match 4: The Authors of Pain vs The Ascension​

Match summary: Akam batters Viktor and tosses him around like he is nothing. Konnor doesn't even make it back onto the apron during the match as Akam tags in Rezar and the pair hit THE LAST CHAPTER (Akam hooks in a Russian legsweep whilst Rezar hits a lariat) and makes the academic cover.

Winners via pinfall: The Authors of Pain (1:11)​

Michael Cole: The Authors of Pain didn't even have to break a sweat!

Big Show: I knew The Ascension were making a mistake when the match began by charging at The Authors of Pain like that and I was proved right. I don't know who can stop them at this point.

Akam and Rezar in the ring don't even celebrate their victory as on the outside they see Konnor getting back to his feet and they both nod. They roll out of the ring on opposite sides as they both clatter poor Konnor! Rezar lifts him into the air as he hits as sit-out powerbomb as Akam hits a neckbreaker! Both men look at the wreckage in and outside the ring as they look happy with their handiwork as...

*ANCIENT SPIRIT*​

The Lucha Dragons sprint down the ramp as they use the barricade as a springboard and jump onto the Authors of Pain taking them down to the ring floor! Kalisto and Sin Cara start hammering AOP with as many punches as they can as they look to gain some revenge after last week's attack! The Lucha Dragons are holding their own getting decent cheers from the crowd. Both men nod at each other as they climb to the top rope and get ready to dive off onto AOP... but AOP shake their heads and retreat to the back!

Michael Cole: Lucha Dragons gaining a measure of revenge tonight.

Big Show: But will they walk out of this Sunday's championship scramble with the Raw tag team titles?

The Lucha Dragons stand in the ring looking a little disappointed they were unable to do more damage to AOP. Akam and Rezar meanwhile at the top of the entrance ramp as they snarl at the Lucha Dragons in the ring, not happy at being shown up tonight.

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When we return from the commercial break, we see Rey Mysterio is in a gym backstage with his son Dominik. Dominik is using the punching bag and doing some training as Charly Caruso approaches Rey Mysterio looking for an interview.

Charly Caruso: Rey, I was just looking to get some words ahead of you speaking to Seth Rollins in the main event. What are your thoughts about him?

Rey takes a moment as he lets out a slight smile.

Rey Mysterio: Seth, he has been champion for a long time. And I think he is a great wrestler. But I'd rather save my words for him when we are face to face Charly.

Charly Caruso: I understand Rey. One last question, your son Dominik is rumored to be getting ready to step into the ring. Is this true?

Dominik stops what he is doing as his dad looks at him and smiles.

Rey Mysterio: You heard right. My son Dominik will soon be following in his father's footsteps and carrying on the family legacy.

Charly Caruso: When will he have his first match?

Rey smiles.

Rey Mysterio: That will come in time but I want to make sure my son is ready for this business and this Sunday, I will show my son what can be achieved with the backing of the fans.

Charly Caruso: Thank you for your time, Rey.

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Renee Young: Zelina this Sunday in Mexico at Armageddon, it is a big night for your clients as Cesaro and Ilja Dragunov compete in the championship scramble match for the Raw tag team titles. Not only that but Andrade goes one on one with a former WWE champion in AJ Styles. How are you preparing them for Armageddon?

Zelina smirks but dismissively looks at Renee

Zelina Vega: Do you really think I would tell the world our plans for this Sunday? My clients are going to walk into Armageddon and show everyone why they are the best wrestlers in the world! And Cesaro is going to show The Club first hand what happens when you try to get involved in our business.

Cesaro behind her cranks his neck. Zelina smiles and starts to walk off with the trio following after her.

Michael Cole: Up next we will see AJ Styles take on Cesaro in one on one action. Don't go anywhere!

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*PHENOMENAL*​

A loud mixed reaction as we return from the commercial break as The Club make their way to the ring, with their leader and the man in action AJ Styles leading the way. The Good Brothers have their Raw tag team titles around their waist as they flank their leader ahead of his match tonight.

Big Show: Michael we are about to see a pay-per-view quality match tonight.

Michael Cole: Agreed Paul. AJ Styles and Cesaro are two of the best wrestlers in the world. However, AJ could be in trouble as I'm sure Cesaro will be instructed to soften AJ up for Andrade this Sunday.

Big Show: Well I'm sure if the rest of the Ungovenables try anything from ringside, The Good Brothers will have no problem protecting their friend.

*SUPERHUMAN*​

The Ungovenables make their way out getting a mixed reaction from the crowd though their reaction leans more towards boos than cheers. Cesaro leads the way but Zelina Vega, Ilja Dragunov, and Andrade Cien Almas follow behind him. Andrade is holding his Money in the Bank briefcase as they walk down the ramp. Cesaro slides into the ring as Andrade and Ilja make their way to one corner of the ring as The Good Brothers already start to trash talking. Ilja looks ready to fight but Zelina whispers in his ear calming him down.

Michael Cole: It looks like things are about to kick off here already!

Cesaro and AJ meanwhile have their eyes on each other in the ring as the referee calls for the bell to get this match underway!

Match 5: AJ Styles w/The Good Brothers vs Cesaro w/The Ungovenables​

Match summary: AJ and Cesaro as you would expect put on a great match, with both men showing off the variety of moves they have in their arsenal. It is a fairly even match throughout with their allies at ringside staying out of it and not getting involved. Cesaro at one point starts to go after the arms of AJ Styles as the commentary team comments that this could be prep for this Sunday to take away AJ's calf crusher and Phenomenal forearm.

AJ though survives the pain and instead goes after Cesaro's legs looking to set him up for the calf crusher. He wears down the legs of Cesaro and manages to lock in the CALF CRUSHER as we get to the closing stages of the match! Cesaro though makes it to the ropes. AJ does hold on till the count of 4 as he is a heel but does let go. Cesaro struggles to his feet but AJ goes for a chop block which Cesaro jumps over and rolls away from AJ, still struggling due to his leg.

Ilja at this point starts mouthing off at AJ Styles, distracting the hot-headed AJ Styles and the referee. This gives Cesaro the chance to ROLL AJ UP! 1 2 AJ kicks out! AJ gets to his feet but Cesaro takes his head off with a European uppercut! AJ is rocked by this as he falls to the mat and Cesaro locks in the CESARO SWING! Cesaro starts to swing AJ around wearing AJ out before dropping him... but he has to stop before locking in the sharpshooter due to the damage to the leg.

At this point, we see Luke Gallows climb onto the ring apron distracting the referee as Karl Anderson slides into the ring and clocks Cesaro with the RAW TAG TEAM TITLE! Karl slides out of the ring but Andrade attacks him with the Money in the Bank briefcase whilst Ilja jumps on Gallows and starts fighting him. Back in the ring AJ grabs Cesaro and lifts him into the air as he plants Cesaro with the STYLES CLASH! AJ makes the cover and picks up the win!

Winner via pinfall: AJ Styles (13:54)​

AJ stands tall in the ring but that doesn't last long as Andrade slides into the ring and clobbers AJ with the MONEY IN THE BANK BRIEFCASE! AJ drops to the mat having gone through a match with Cesaro. On the outside, Anderson is still down as Ilja and Gallows are brawling like madmen until Andrade clobbers Gallows with the briefcase as well laying him out. Zelina Vega slides into the ring holding The Good Brother's Raw tag team titles. Cesaro is just coming to as Ilja and Andrade help him up. Zelina passes Cesaro and Ilja the Raw tag team titles whilst Andrade lifts his Money in the Bank briefcase into the air as the trio stands tall with Zelina stood in front of them smirking.

Michael Cole: Is this a sign of what's to come this Sunday?

Zelina smirks as on the outside of the ring we see AJ slowly getting to his feet and he looks furious at his boys being shown up and beaten down once again.

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When we return from the commercial break, we see Rusev walking through the backstage area with his wife Lana. He shares a kiss with her before being approached by Charly Caruso.

Charly Caruso: Rusev, last week Samoa Joe made some shall we say rude comments about yourself to your wife Lana. What do you have to say?

Rusev: Listen, you can say what you like to me. I'm a big man I can take it. But when you bring her into it? That's crossing the line. I was already fired up and determined to win back the United States title but Joe gave me extra motivation.

Charly Caruso:The United States title is a title that you have won on several occasions already. How would it feel becoming champion once again?

Rusev: It would prove to the fans around the world that the American Dream is real. That you can come to this country and become a success. I mean without this country I don't become a wrestler, I don't become United States champion and I don't meet my beautiful wife Lana.

Lana smiles and blushes as the pair share a kiss. Rusev has a big goofy smile as he turns back to Charly.

Rusev: I know how good Samoa Joe is but this Sunday RUSEV CRUSH!

Charly Caruso: Thanks for your time Rusev.

Rusev nods at Charly and goes to leave. Lana walks out in front as Samoa Joe runs onto the scene and grabs Rusev from behind locking in a COQUINA CLUTCH! Joe is choking Rusev as Lana being the useful wife she is screams at him to let go! When that doesn't work she clobbers Joe a few times which annoys him enough to let go and confront her. Lana looks a little frightened and backs away. Joe however just smiles evilly and speaks softly to Lana.

Samoa Joe: I suggest when your husband wakes up, you get him to skip this Sunday or I'll turn his American Dream into an American Nightmare!

Joe glares at Lana who is clearly terrified of the United States champion and backs off. Joe smirks however and heads elsewhere having sent a message to his challenger this Sunday.

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We then cut to another hallway backstage as Becky Lynch is getting ready to head home having said her piece tonight. However, as she leaves she bumps into the Glamazon Beth Phoniex on her way to the ring. Both women stare each other down with neither woman breaking eye contact. Becky lets out a slight smirk.

Becky Lynch: Good luck Sunday.

Beth doesn't react.

Becky Lynch: Just leave something for me.

Becky walks off as Beth stands there and responds without looking at Becky.

Beth Phoenix: I make no promises.

Beth carries on walking down the hallway as Becky looks back over her shoulder and doesn't look happy at the prospect of Beth destroying Shayna before she gets the chance to. She shakes her head however knowing she can't do anything about it and heads back to her car.

Michael Cole: Up next when we return from the commercial break, Beth Phoenix is in action. Don't go anywhere!

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*OBSESSION*​

Mickie James is already on the way to the ring as we return from the commercial break, getting a small number of boos and a few cheers as well. She looks focused ahead of a chance to get herself back on track.

*GLAMAZON*​

Cheers from the crowd as an angry Glamazon walks down the ramp and towards the ring. Mickie looks a little taken aback as Beth steps into the ring and even slides to the outside telling Beth to back up a moment.

Michael Cole: Two veterans of the Women's division are about to go head to head!

Big Show: Both have been Women's champions on several occasions and I wouldn't put it past either woman to become champion once again.

*LOYALTY IS EVERYTHING*​

Loud boos from the crowd and Beth turns her attention to the entrance ramp straight away as we see Shayna Baszler make her way out wearing her leather jacket and she has a smug look on her face. She waves at Beth before taking a seat at the commentary table next to Michael Cole and Big Show.

Michael Cole: Shayna what brings you out here?

Shayna glares at Michael before turning to Big Show.

Shayna Baszler: Does he always ask stupid questions?

Big Show doesn't answer as in the ring Beth is glaring at Shayna still and Mickie James uses that to pearl harbor Beth! Shayna smiles on commentary enjoying Beth suffering.

Shayna Baszler: Never take your eyes off the prize. First rule of fighting.

Mickie is laying into Beth before being told off by the referee. She lets out a wild smile backing off towards a corner. The referee makes her way to Beth and asks if she is OK to start the match. Beth pushes her off and gets to her feet so the referee calls for the bell to get this underway!

Match 6: Beth Phoenix vs Mickie James​

Match summary: Mickie keeps up the aggression from before the bell as she lays into Beth to the delight of Shayna watching on from the commentary table. Beth though does fight back and starts to dominate with her power moves. Shayna carries on watching the action, unimpressed with Beth, and says that whilst she has power, that is easy for a submission specialist like herself to overcome. Mickie makes a mini fightback but in the end, Beth is too much for Mickie James and hits her with a SPEAR! 1 2 3 Beth picks up the win!

Winner via pinfall: Beth Phoenix (6:48)​

Beth gets to her feet not particularly looking happy after her victory tonight. Mickie James meanwhile is still down and out after being hit with a spear by Beth Phoenix.

Michael Cole: Beth Phoenix with a hard-fought win tonight over a veteran of the women's division.

Big Show: Any thoughts after watching that match, Shayna?

Shayna Baszler: Beth this Sunday is going to be another name on the list of women who I've broken!

Beth in the ring signals for Shayna to come to the ring and fight her however Shayna shakes her head and shouts to Beth she will do this on her terms. Beth then turns to see Mickie James getting to her feet and scoops her into the air as she plants her with the GLAM SLAM! Beth stares at Shayna the whole time with neither woman breaking eye contact ahead of their match this Sunday.

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We come back from the commercial break as we see Heath Slater and Jey Uso backstage talking to each other. Both men have smiles on their faces as they walk through the back.

Jey Uso: Listen Uce, you killed it out there. I know the next person you face, you'll get that win man.

Heath Slater: Thanks man, and hey you might be able to push on now with your win last week.

Jey smiles as Heath looks to carry on.

Heath Slater: Hey I've been meaning to ask how's your brother doing?

???: Yeah Jimmy how's your brother doing?

The camera pans over as we see EC3 in a fancy suit walk into the shot with Drake Maverick by his side. Neither Jey nor Heath look impressed.

EC3: Oh that's right. He's still injured.

Jey steps forward confronting EC3 who is smirking as Drake Maverick steps forward trying to intimidate Jey. Jey looks unimpressed. Heath then speaks up.

Heath Slater: My kids heard you running your mouth about me getting an opportunity last week. How about you face me next week and I start getting victory after victory?

EC3 smirks before turning to Drake. Drake pulls out a diary and starts going through it. He looks through the pages as Heath Slater and Jey Uso both look baffled by this. Drake stops and whispers to EC3 who nods and smiles.

EC3: Good news. Next Monday I have a slot available to do some charity work for the poor.

Heath Slater: The poor? I'll have you know we got the deluxe camper van model five years ago and it only leaks during the winter when the kids start to jump up and down!

EC3 smirks as he walks up to Heath.

EC3: Do you want to know the reason I'm so rich?

Jey Uso: Your auntie gave you all your money.

EC3 ignores him and carries on.

EC3: I don't have kids.

EC3 walks off smirking at his own joke as Drake Maverick follows along also fake laughing. Jey Uso and Heath Slater look at each other as they shake their heads as we cut back to the ring.

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*BRAUN/ I AM STRONGER*​

We cut back to the ringside area as Braun Strowman makes his way to the ring to cheers from the crowd. However, as he walks down the ramp, he is limping and it is quite noticeable no matter how much the monster among men tries to hide it.

Michael Cole: Braun Strowman is clearly still struggling after Bobby Lashley and Lio Rush's attack a couple of weeks ago. You have to wonder why Braun agreed to this match?

Big Show: Pride. Braun is someone who prides himself on strength. I mean just look at the man. And when you pride yourself on strength and strength alone, an injury is a sign of weakness which Braun won't allow himself to show Lashley and Lio.

Braun struggles but makes it into the ring as he waits for Bobby Lashley.

*DOMINANCE*​

Bobby Lashley walks out with Lio Rush following after him. Lio Rush starts hyping up Bobby as he walks down the ramp but Bobby ignores him as glares at Braun Strowman and slides into the ring. Braun isn't waiting though as he starts attacking Bobby as soon as he gets in the ring! Bobby starts fighting back as both men start battering each other as the referee calls for the bell to get this underway!

Match 7: Bobby Lashley w/Lio Rush vs Braun Strowman​

Match summary: Both men clobber the ever-living fuck out of each other. Braun is even in control for the first minute of the match surprising commentary and Lio Rush but as soon as he tries to lift Bobby Lashley into the air, his leg gives way! And this allows Bobby Lashley to take control as he batters Braun and targets the leg! Braun tries to fight back but is unable to survive the offense as Lashley lifts Braun into the air and hits him with a RUNNING POWERSLAM! Lashley makes the cover!

Winner via pinfall: Bobby Lashley (3:55)​

Michael Cole: Bobby Lashley with the dominant win but you have to wonder what would have happened if Braun was at one hundred percent.

Big Show: Who knows Michael but did you see the fashion Bobby Lashley won in? You have to feel that was to send a message to the one man: Brock Lesnar.

Back in the ring, Bobby Lashley stands tall as Braun is down on the mat. Lio Rush though hasn't joined Braun in the ring and instead has made his way to the timekeeper's area. Lio Rush moves someone out of the way and grabs a steel chair!

Michael Cole: Oh no, this can't be good.

Lio Rush slides into the ring and starts clobbering Braun Strowman in the leg with the steel chair! Braun shouts in pain as Lio Rush carries on his attack as Bobby Lashley watches on and nods, almost impressed by his “friend”. Lio then places the chair around the ankle of Braun Strowman as he nods to Bobby! Bobby jumps into the air and STOMPS ON THE CHAIR CRUSHING BRAUN'S LEG! Braun has to kick off the chair as he is in a ton of pain. A swarm of medics run down the ramp and slide into the ring looking to check on Braun. Lio Rush and Bobby Lashley both look at each other happy with their handiwork.

Michael Cole: There was no need for that attack!

Big Show: Lio Rush and Bobby Lashley are desperate to get a match with Brock Lesnar and they feel the best way to do that is to destroy Braun Strowman.

Braun is helped by a bunch of medics and unlike last week when he was being checked over, Braun doesn't push them away.

Michael Cole: We are just going to commercial break whilst our medical team help Braun Strowman. When we return, we will hear from Seth Rollins and Rey Mysterio ahead of their Universal title match at Armageddon!

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We return from the commercial break as we cut to the commentary team of Michael Cole and Big Show.

Michael Cole: Well before the commercial break, we saw Braun Strowman had to be placed on a stretcher after a lethal attack from Bobby Lashley and Lio Rush.

We cut to a replay labeled during the commercial break as the team of medics take the Monster Among Men to the back. We then cut back to Big Show and Michael Cole.

Big Show: Well I'm getting word from the medics backstage that Braun has potentially suffered a broken ankle and could be out for several weeks due to the attack by Bobby Lashley and Lio Rush tonight.

Michael Cole: However the show must go on. And right now we will cut to Renee Young in the ring ahead of our main event!

We cut to the ring as Renee Young is sat down on a chair. We see two chairs on either side of her as she smiles at the camera.

Renee Young: Bakersfield, California how you doing?

Cheap pop as Renee smiles.

Renee Young: Tonight, I get the opportunity to interview two of the best wrestlers in the world today.

High praise from Renee as she looks to get the crowd excited.

Renee Young: One is a legend of this business. They are a nine-time Cruiserweight champion, two-time Intercontinental champion, a four-time tag team champion, a royal rumble winner, and a three-time World champion! The challenger at Armageddon Rey Mysterio!

*BOOYAKA 619*​

A loud unanimous pop from the live crowd as Rey Mysterio makes his way out. He makes his way down the ramp and slaps hands with several of the young fans in attendance as he makes his way to the ring. Once he is doing interacting with the fans he steps into the ring and shakes hands with Renee before taking a seat in one of the chairs.

Renee Young: And the other man is a former United States Champion, a two-time Intercontinental champion, a four-time tag team champion, a former NXT champion, a former Money in the Bank and Royal Rumble winner, and the current Universal champion in what is his third reign as a world champion. Please welcome Seth Rollins!

*BURN IT DOWN/ SECOND COMING*​

A loud pop from the live crowd but once again there are a few boos for the Universal champion as he walks to the ring. Seth walks to the ring all smiles as he is in a fancy suit. He takes his time stepping into the ring but does make sure to show off his Universal title to the fans in attendance. He sits down across from Renee as he smiles at her.

Seth Rollins: It's good to see you, Renee.

Renee smiles.

Renee Young: It's good to see you too. Now I wanted to get this interview underway by asking you both your thoughts on your opponent this Sunday. Starting with you Rey.

Rey nods and looks to speak.

Rey Mysterio: Seth, I've been in the business for many years. I've faced many wrestlers over the years and you are one of the best I've ever seen.

Mostly cheers from the crowd but once again the few fans who dislike Seth boo. And Seth notices the boos as well but tries to ignore them.

Rey Mysterio: He has been Universal champions for over six months now and he has been a fighting champion the whole time.

Seth nods agreeing with this.

Rey Mysterio: So I have nothing but respect for Seth Rollins.

Wait till he tries to take your eye

Renee turns to Seth Rollins.

Rey Mysterio: But this Sunday that doesn't matter. The chance to become Universal champion in Mexico, become a four-time World champion in Mexico. That would arguably be the highlight of my career.

Loud cheers as Rey looks at Seth. Renee then turns to Seth.

Renee Young: And Seth? Your thoughts on Rey Mysterio.

Seth pauses with the microphone a moment before speaking.

Seth Rollins: What can I say that hasn't already been said?

Seth lets out an uncomfortable laugh.

Seth Rollins: Rey, you were an icon for people like me breaking into the industry. The chance to fight you, with a world title on the line, my world title, that's something I could have only dreamed of when I started my career.

Seth smiles.

Seth Rollins: But I've been living my dreams for a long time and after Sunday you'll be another legend I've slain.

Mixed reaction for that line which gets Seth's attention.

Seth Rollins: What's wrong with that?

Seth shakes his head as Rey looks a bit confused by Seth's odd reaction. Renee though skips past Seth's comment and turns to Rey Mysterio.

Renee Young: Rey, over the last few months you have had a rivalry of sorts with Andrade Cien Almas and the rest of the Ungovenables.

Rey nods.

Renee Young: Andrade holds the Money in the Bank briefcase. How likely is it that you think he will get involved this Sunday?

Rey is about to answer but Seth interrupts.

Seth Rollins: If Andrade tries to cash in, I'll be ready for whatever he and Zelina have planned.

Rey stares at Seth before answering the question himself.

Rey Mysterio: As I was going to say if Andrade gets involved during or after that match, I'll deal with it when it happens. I would never look past an opponent and if I were to plan for an Andrade cash in, I wouldn't be giving Seth my full focus this Sunday.

Renee nods and turns to Seth Rollins.

Renee Young: Seth, you will be walking into what could be a very hostile environment this Sunday in Mexico. I mean nearly every fan in that arena is going to be cheering for Rey. How are you preparing mentally for that challenge?

Seth Rollins: I'm not thinking about it. The fans are free to cheer for whoever they want. This Sunday I'm focused on getting the job done.

Mostly cheers from the crowd but once again a few boos from the smarky element in the crowd. Rey meanwhile leans forward a little confused.

Rey Mysterio: Seth, you say that you're not bothered by what these fans think but I disagree.

Seth laughs off Rey's comment but Rey carries on.

Rey Mysterio: Every time these fans boo I can see it in your face. You hate it and it hurts you. Seth I don't think I'm the only one in this ring wearing a mask.

Seth carries on smiling and dismissing Rey's comments until...

Rey Mysterio: Maybe Edge is right.

Seth at that point gets to his feet.

Seth Rollins: What do I have to do to prove I've changed?!

Rey gets to his feet as well as Renee tries to get them to take a seat but it is no use.

Seth Rollins: I did some awful things in the authority and I've said sorry for them how many times!

Rey Mysterio: Just because you say sorry Seth doesn't mean people have to forgive you.

Seth looks angry as Rey then looks at Seth's Universal title.

Rey Mysterio: This Sunday, in Mexico you're going to be the villain whether you like it or not. And I'm going to walk out with the Universal title.

Rey drops the microphone and goes to leave. Seth turns around as Rey leaves and looks like he might attack Rey for a spilt second as he leaves but stops himself. Rey meanwhile carries on walking up the ramp as Renee Young walks towards Seth.

Renee Young: Seth have you got any final words before Armageddon?

Seth pauses for a moment as he thinks about what he is going to say.

Seth Rollins: This Sunday, you will see the man I truly am.

Seth Rollins walks past Renee Young as he stands by the ropes staring at his opponent this Sunday stood at the top of the entrance ramp. Seth Rollins lifts his Univerisal title into the air as Rey nods looking back at him as the show fades to black!

Matches announced for next week:​

Singles match:
Heath Slater vs EC3​

Matchcard for Armageddon:
October 13th:
Mexico City, Mexico​

Theme song:



Universal title match:
Seth Rollins (c) vs Rey Mysterio

Raw women's title match:
Sasha Banks (c) vs Bayley

United States title match:
Samoa Joe (c) vs Rusev

Cruiserweight title match:
Noam Dar (c) vs Mustafa Ali

Raw tag team titles championship scramble match:
The Club (c) vs Street Profits vs Lucha Dragons vs The Ungovenables vs The Authors of pain

Beast vs Black:
Brock Lesnar vs Aleister Black

Grudge match:
AJ Styles vs Andrade Cien Almas

Grudge match:
Shayna Baszler vs Beth Phoenix​

Handicap match:
Becky Lynch vs The Real Horsewomen (Jessamyn Duke and Marina shafir)

EWR Rating:
74%​

 

[Chris]

That Aleister/Brock segment

 

[Roy Mustang]

NXT news:​

NXT Cruiserweight champion crowned:​

On this week's NXT the first-ever NXT Cruiserweight champion was crowned as Akira Tozawa defeated Angel Garza to become NXT Cruiserweight champion! Akira Tozawa until recently was on Monday Night Raw but is now a two-time champion in the WWE!

Raw and Smackdown Titles rebranded:​

Another interesting note is WWE have made the decision as of this Friday's Smackdown to rebrand some of their titles. They have made the decision to remove the Raw and Smackdown from the Women's and the tag team titles. The belts will now be known as the following:

Raw Women's title --- Women's Universal championship

Smackdown Women's title --- WWE Women's Championship

Raw tag team titles --- World tag team titles

Smackdown tag team titles --- WWE tag team titles​

The reason for this change is unknown but it is rumoured to be due to WWE planning ahead and they feel having the titles named after a certain brand would make things more awkward when it comes to drafts.

Mod note: After Raw where Street Profits and The New Day traded titles, I decided that yeah I'm changing the titles to the above names. Might change the women's titles names if I think of better ones.

 

[Chris]

Universal Tag Team Titles as well IMO, that branding for Raw is fine

 

[Roy Mustang]

Universal Tag Team Titles as well IMO, that branding for Raw is fine

I'm still debating on that tbf as I prefer World over Universal but yeah changing it so all the branding fits might be the best fit