John: Even now having been aware of the situation my jaw just drops. That is a completely unprovoked and ruthless assault on Finn Balor by the pairing of Alexander Wolfe and Killian Dain. I just don't understand what triggered this seemingly targeted assault on Finn Balor. Wade not to dredge up the past, but when you was in charge of this brand, forgive me if I am mistaken but wasn't the stipulation of Sanity's war with BSS that the losers must disband. What are Killian Dain and Alexander Wolfe still doing here?
Wade: Honestly I don't know. If you remember right John, I said the group must dissolve and it did. Yet as we saw while Eric Young may have returned to Raw, Nikki Cross did stay with WWE UK for a while and compete as a singles. As for these two, I did attempt at the time to secure both men to WWE UK with Killian Dain as a wrestler and Alexander Wolfe working as a coach at the WWE UK performance center yet both men went completely off of the grid. I couldn't reach them and no one had way of contacting them. They vanished until now and carried out this assault.
Drake: I have known both Dain and Wolfe for a long time. They have both always been a bit wild and erratic but I have never seen them do anything like that.
John: Well look until we know more. Let's not let this take away from the night we have in front of us. So with that said let's head to the ring now where our colleague Andy Shepherd is standing by to officially welcome us to the UK Rumble.
The cameras then direct us to the ring where Andy Shepherd is standing by. The ring announcer has a big smile on his face as he prepares to announce the match.
Andy Shepherd: Ladies and Gentleman it is now time for the WWE UK Rumble Match! This match will begin with the participants who have drawn numbers one and two respectively and every two minutes from that point another superstar will enter. Elimination will only occur when a superstar is thrown over the top rope and both feet touch the floor. So with that in mind let's introduce the first two participants.
Andy Shepherd: Entering the match as number one. He is one half of the WWE UK Tag Team Champions... Mark Davis!
To a loud cheer from the crowd Aussie Open's Mark Davis walks out from the back brandishing his tag team championship. Walking down to the ring the fired up Davis slaps hands with several of the fans before he climbs up onto the apron and enters the ring. Once in the ring Davis holds his title high in the air while some of the crowd join in with chants of Aussie! Aussie! Aussie!
John Gooden: I know a lot of people who would be angry or disappointed to be first in a match like this. But I get this feeling that in the case of Mark Davis he is actually relishing this opportunity.
Wade: I couldn't have said it better myself. Similar to his partner Kyle Fletcher, these two are looking to show they are as skilled in singles action as they are in tag team. This is a huge opportunity for the two of them and knowing Mark Davis as I do. He sees being the first in this match as a true test for himself.
Drake: I do have a lot of respect for the Aussies and what they've accomplished so far. I also love that they want to do this rather than rest on their laurels. I do however selfishly find myself intrigued as to what would happen if this match came down to Fletcher and Davis. Would they hold anything back is what I wonder? but knowing those two men I highly doubt that'd be the case.
Andy Shepherd: And now introducing the man who drew the number two position!
Andy Shepherd: Entering at number Two.. A-Kid!
Again the crowd cheers as A-Kid rushes out from the back accompanied by Mariah May. It seems that May issues A-Kid a pep talk of sorts which fires up her charge before he rushes to the ring and slides under the bottom rope.
John: Well this just got interesting. It wasn't long ago that Team White Wolf took on Aussie Open in a thrilling contest. Sadly since then A-Kid and Carlos Romo haven't exactly been on the same page but tonight's his night to show that his head is back on the right track.
Wade: Similar to what Drake said about Aussie Open, I'd be interested to see what happens if A-Kid faces off with his partner Carlos Romo. The two nearly fought two weeks ago so we'll see if they can work on the same page. Then again I'm also fascinated by how he will interact with Ludwig Kaiser. As it seems like A-Kid has been being courted by the Foreign legion.
Drake: A-Kid is a consummate professional. While he's had a lot of baggage and drama come his way as of late. When it comes to what happens in the ring. He is not someone who will lose focus on the task at hand. That is something which we can be certain.
MAIN EVENT: UK RUMBLE
Entrant #1 - Mark Davis
Entrant #2 - A-Kid
The bell rings to officially start the WWE UK Rumble. Walking to the center of the ring both Mark Davis and A-Kid stand a foot across from one another. The two men have a tense stare down with one another as the crowd begins to buzz with anticipation. The pair then lock up and the more powerful Mark Davis is able to quickly back A-Kid up into the ropes. From here Davis throws A-Kid back into the center of the ring with a big hip toss. As A-Kid staggers to his feet, Mark Davis then follows up with a big shoulder tackle before hitting the ropes. An attempt at a running elbow job is avoided by A-Kid who on getting to his feet hits the ropes. A-Kid manages to connect with a running enzugiri kick right to the side of Mark Davis' head. With Mark Davis stunned and stumbling backwards, A-Kid rushes to follow up with a dropkick putting Mark Davis on the ropes. A-Kid tries to grab Mark Davis' leg in the hopes of eliminating the tag team champion only for Davis to club him across the back before throwing him down to the canvas with a uranage. As A-Kid hits the mat, the timer begins for the next entrant. 5....4....3....2...1
Andy Shepherd: Introducing participant number Three... Nathan Frazier!
John: Well things have definitely picked up here as our next entrant in the bout is an exciting prospect from the UK Performance Center Nathan Frazier.
Wade: John I think I can comfortably speak for everyone when I say I have been thoroughly impressed with Nathan Frazier so far. I remember when I was in charge of this brand hearing about a young, charismatic, high flyer in our performance center. To say he was met with rave reviews would be an understatement and often times that praise you find for one reason or another isn't perhaps as well versed as it should be. Yet in this case Nathan Frazier has more than lived up to his high touting so far.
Drake: Like Wade, I've also seen and heard a lot of praise for Nathan. While I've not had the pleasure of seeing him in the ring yet. Hearing the praise though heaped on him by Seth Rollins has me highly intrigued to see just what Nathan can do.
Entrant #3 Nathan Frazier
The crowd cheers as Nathan Frazier runs out from the back and down to the ring. Springing over the top rope and into the ring Nathan connects with a flying knee to the jaw of Mark Davis. This rattles the big Aussie and allows A-Kid some needed respite as he stumbles to his feet. Looking at one another before nodding their heads in agreement. An alliance quickly forms between the pair in an effort to take down the much larger Davis. Quick kicks from the pair follow with both Frazier and A-Kid landing some big kicks to the legs and chests of Davis wearing him out. A spinning back kick to the mid section then doubles over Davis by A-Kid. Nathan Frazier to his credit follows with a superkick which staggers the big man and a superkick/enzugiri combination by the pair follows which stumbles Davis against the ropes. A-Kid and Frazier get a little ahead of themselves however as their time spent high fiving allows Mark Davis enough time to recover and charge back off of the ropes before levelling both men with a double lariat putting them down on the canvas. The countdown for our next entrant then begins. 5...4...3...2..1
Andy Shepherd: Entering at Number Four... Gabriel Kidd!
John: I feel like a common trend we've already spoken of is potential and rising stars. In the case of this young man. There is perhaps no talent more fitting of those terms than Gabriel Kidd.
Drake: I have been thoroughly impressed with what I have seen with Gabriel Kidd. This is someone who is constantly improving and getting better and under the mentorship of Doug Williams. I see big things for Gabriel Kidd.
Wade: Like both of you I am a huge advocate for Gabriel Kidd. I see everything in him that you both do but let's not ignore the fault in the machine. As talented as Kidd is, he's got to get control of that temper. It rules him and it costs him big time at points. I know Doug is trying to make him channel it, so we can only see if he does so here.
Entrant #4 - Gabriel Kidd
To a mixed reaction from the crowd Gabriel Kidd walks out from the back and he is closely followed by Doug Williams. Kidd for his part looks fired up while Doug Williams acts as the voice of reason and reminds Gabriel to stay focused. From here Kidd rushes down the ramp and into the ring. Quickly Gabriel ducks a clothesline attempt by Mark Davis before he hits the ropes and charges off with a sick kick to the jaw of Davis. Rolling to his feet, Gabriel Kidd then catches a charging Nathan Frazier and pops him up in the air before meeting him on the way down with a roundhouse kick to the chest. Not wasting anytime Gabriel spins around A-Kid and drills him with several forearms until Kid fires back with one of his own. An attempt a lariat by Kid is ducked and Gabriel spins him around before hoisting him up and dropping him to the mat with a backpack stunner. Climbing to his feet a fired up Gabriel Kidd lets out an impassioned roar and begins screaming at the fans at ringside he's going to win this. Turning back around however this costs Kidd dearly as he is clotheslined over the ropes and out to the floor by Mark Davis as the countdown begins. Gabriel Kidd has been eliminated! 5....4....3....2...1
Andy Shepherd: Introducing our fifth entrant and representing Reality of Wrestling.. Bryan Keith!
John: Before we get into talking about Bryan Keith, Wade you pretty much called it. Gabriel Kidd's emotions got the better of him and it cost him there. But now with our first elimination out of the way we are onto our fifth entrant and it is the highly talented, Booker T trained Bryan Keith!
Drake: Keith is an excellent talent to say the least and I am thankful for this union between WWE UK and ROW which allows us access to talents such as this. Honestly this is someone I'd love to see stay apart of the WWE UK brand for a extended time period. To see how he truly fares with the WWE UK talent roster.
Wade: I must second that. I like many am very high on what Bryan Keith brings to the table. This is as well rounded a talent as I've seen in a long time. This is a guy in my opinion who truly has the potential to go far in this rumble.
Entrant #5 - Bryan Keith
Rushing down to the ring Bryan Keith on climbing up the steps and onto the apron quickly meets Mark Davis with a shoulder block to the midsection. From here Keith follows with a scissors kick to Davis while the top half of his body is draped over the middle rope. With Keith temporarily incapacitating Davis, we see in the center of the ring the earlier partnership between A-Kid and Nathan Frazier seems to have been brought to a stop as the pair are trading forearms back and forth with one another. On entering the ring it seems like Bryan Keith wants in on this action as he joins in the trading of strikes. Blocking a forearm from A-Kid, Keith fires off a hard kick to his chest before he ducks a strike from Frazier and lands a bicycle kick to the jaw of Nathan Frazier. From here Keith tosses A-Kid over the ropes but A-Kid manages to land on his feet before firing off a punch of his own. With that A-Kid springs into the ring only to be caught in mid air with a dropkick by Nathan Frazier putting him down on the canvas. The countdown then begins for the next entrant. 5..4....3...2...1
Andy Shepherd: Introducing participant number 6. Representing Wonderland he is Teoman!
John: Well this just got a little more interesting. In this field of 30 men, there is perhaps no one as hard to predict as Teoman. Which makes him a dangerous competitor.
Drake: I have known Teoman for years. I've even stepped in the ring with him. I don't think he's ever as dangerous as he has been know knowing that he's serving the orders of Isla Dawn.
Wade: This is a vicious man and one who is truly capable of dissecting his opponents. If it was me in the other competitors shoes, I would try to avoid conflict with Teoman as much as possible to ensure I am healthy as he will take something from you.
Entrant #6 - Teoman
The crowd boos as Teoman sprints down to the ring and slides under the bottom rope. Seemingly in a frenzy Teoman pounces on Mark Davis before he can get to his feet and begins landing several headbutts to his downed opponent. At the same time across the ring Nathan Frazier corners Bryan Keith and begins to chop away at him until Teoman hits Frazier from behind. A jumping arm breaker by Teoman then follows before Teoman is met on his way up with a dropkick by A-Kid. A-Kid is then joined by Bryan Keith in hitting Teoman with a series of round house kicks to the chest until Teoman catches Keith by the leg and lands a dragon screw leg whip. A spear by Teoman then follows on A-Kid much to the crowd's chagrin yet as the Caterpillar climbs to his feet, he is spun around and met with a big headbutt by Mark Davis. This stuns Teoman and he stumbles backwards into a poison rana by Nathan Frazier. With Teoman reeling, Nathan Frazier then goes right after A-Kid while Bryan Keith and Mark Davis begin to do battle. The countdown for the next entrant could commence as Keith knocked Davis down with spin kick. 5...4...3....2...1
Andy Shepherd: Introducing the man who drew number 7. He is one half of the WWE UK Tag Team Champions.. Kyle Fletcher.
Wade: Let me be the first to say what an absolute touch for Mark Davis. He and A-Kid for that matter have been in this bout so far for nearly fifteen minutes now. Yet due to the luck of the draw, he has some much needed support here in the Aussie Arrow Kyle Fletcher.
Drake: That's assuming Kyle doesn't want to get one over on his partner here. I don't think that's likely but with Davis being the larger man yet also having put some time in, now could be the time for a double cross.
John: That remains to be seen, but there is one thing I definitely can say. I personally have been waiting to see what both members of Aussie Open can do in singles action.. In particular Fletcher, as while Davis is a lot more seasoned and established in singles competition. We have yet to see what Fletcher has to offer on his own.
Entrant #7 - Kyle Fletcher
The crowd cheers as Kyle Fletcher rushes down to the ring and once Kyle is in the ring, he quickly hits Bryan Keith from behind. This allows Mark Davis to lift up Keith in a running powerslam position before throwing Keith up in the air into a roundhouse kick from Fletcher on the way down. With Keith reeling, the Aussie Open duo quickly toss him out of the ring. Bryan Keith has been eliminated! Facing off with one another Davis and Fletcher nod their heads before turning their attention to Teoman. The rabid Teoman attempts to fight off both men with punches until Mark Davis doubles him over with a punch to the gut. From here Davis hoists Teoman in the air for a powerbomb and throws him over the top rope. Teoman hangs onto the top rope only to be hit with a superkick by Fletcher sending him to the floor. Teoman has been eliminated! From here A-Kid realizing the numbers aren't in his favor charges at Davis only to be met with a sidewalk slam. With A-Kid down, Nathan Frazier is soon overwhelmed by the numbers and hit with Coriolis. This allows Davis to toss him out the ring as the countdown begins again. Nathan Frazier has been eliminated! 5...4....3.....2....1
Andy Shepherd: Introducing participant number eight and representing the Foreign Legion... Ludwig Kaiser!
Drake: I hope you both don't mind me starting here but I have history with this man. None of it in the slightest bit positive yet as much as I personally dislike and revile Ludwig Kaiser and his condescending, arrogant approach. I cannot deny this man's talent and honestly in my opinion, this is a dark horse in this match.
Wade: Unlike you Drake, I personally adore Ludwig. He is a man of class like myself. But I do agree about his status in this match, Kaiser while a standout in the tag team ranks is an exceptional in ring talent and someone capable of surprising people. His timing however isn't on his side as his old rivals Aussie Open are currently dominating the field.
John: It's not Aussie Open I'm most curious about if I'm honest. It's the fact that A-Kid is still in the match also. Kiaser lately has seemed intent on either befriending or recruiting A-Kid which if I'm honest A-Kid has seemed surprisingly receptive to. So we will see how they interact here.
Entrant #8 - Ludwig Kaiser
The crowd boos as Ludwig Kaiser saunters down to the ring and as he climbs up onto the apron, Kaiser begins to move quickly as he lands a european uppercut onto Kyle Fletcher. Ducking a clothesline from Davis, Kaiser lands an enzugiri in return before he looks at A-Kid. A-Kid is in the process of taking a knee and Kaiser offers him a hand to get to his feet. Albeit with some hesitation A-Kid accepts this offer and surprisingly the pair begin to band together and take the fight to the Tag Team Champions. Both Kyle Fletcher and Mark Davis appear to be badly taken off their game by this as A-Kid and Kaiser show themselves to be quite a formidable pairing. While Ludwig Kaiser battles Kyle Fletcher, we see Mark Davis taking on the man who has been with him since the very beginning of this match A-Kid. With these two battles going back and forth again we see Kaiser and A-Kid work in synch as a superkick by A-Kid allowed Kaiser to land a leaping neck breaker on Davis. The countdown for the next entrant then begins. 5......4.....3.....2...1
Andy Shepherd: Introducing Participant number Nine. Representing the Foreign Legion.. Clement Petiot.
John: I cannot believe this. I know Wade mentioned earlier a favorable draw for Aussie Open. But the perfect timing of Clement Petiot's entrant when not only is Kaiser fresh in the ring but also A-Kid seemingly willing to work with them. This could be dangerous as we nearly get a third of the way into the field.
Drake: This is a dangerous situation for anyone now who enters the match. If A-Kid stays on the same page as The Foreign Legion that is a guaranteed 3 on 1 advantage for anyone who crosses them.
Wade: I think the bigger concern now needs to be on Aussie Open. While Kaiser is an exceptional technician and tactician. Clement Petiot is dangerous, this is a violent and aggressive man who likes to hurt people. Now he's walking into a wounded Aussie Open.
Entrant #9 - Clement Petiot
The crowd boos as Clement Petiot rushes down to the ring, meanwhile inside the ring itself A-Kid grounds Kyle Fletcher and looks to crank on an arm bar. This is until A-Kid stops and notices Clement Petiot reaching under the ring. Pulling out a steel chair while Ludwig Kaiser is seemingly calling the shots in German. On entering the ring Petiot nods his head at Kaiser while A-Kid releases his grasp on Fletcher. A steel chair shot by Clement follows across the back of Mark Davis, This puts Davis down on the canvas and several more swings of the chair follow until A-Kid tries to stop the proceedings. Kaiser tries to talk A-Kid down calling this part of the plan while Petiot begins to turn his attention to Fletcher. A chair shot by Petiot follows knocking Fletcher down to the mat. Another attempt with the chair however is stopped by A-Kid who says this isn't right and in turn Petiot begins arguing with A-Kid as he declares that it's any means necessary. Kaiser meanwhile tries to act as peace keeper when all of a sudden Kaiser shockingly cheap shots A-Kid. From here the Foreign Legion quickly drag A-Kid to his feet before tossing him from the ring. A-Kid has been eliminated! 5...4.....3.....2....1
Andy Shepherd: Introducing Participant number ten Kid Lykos!
John: While morals may have back fired and led to A-Kid's elimination. The same can't be said for our next entrant Kid Lykos who very much has a by any means motif.
Drake: I have known Lykos for many years. Some things have just never changed with Lykos. He's always been someone willing to take a short cut or two.
Wade: Well we will see if Lykos even has the chance to get rolling in this match with the Foreign Legion currently standing tall in the ring. But if anyone has a plan, I'd wager it is Kid Lykos.
Entrant #10 - Kid Lykos
Rushing down to the ring to jeers from the crowd, Kid Lykos hits the ring and he immediately shows himself to be more of a team player as he motions to Kaiser and Petiot before stomping away on the downed Kyle Fletcher. Lykos is joined in this attack by Clement Petiot while Ludwig Kaiser slaps a front face lock onto Mark Davis. Unfortunately for Kaiser he is quickly overpowered by Davis who manages to throw him off. From here Davis connects with a big boot on Kid Lykos who rolls under the rope and out to the floor. Petiot meanwhile is met with a big uppercut by Davis but in return the fired up Davis snatches Petiot by the throat and backs him up onto the ropes. Ever the opportunist Ludwig Kaiser snatches Davis by the leg and flips Mark at the ring but in the process Petiot goes with him! Mark Davis and Clement Petiot have been eliminated! Kaiser taunts the crowd but he is soon flipped over the top rope and out onto the apron by Kyle Fletcher. Kaiser tries to hold on the ropes for dear life and even shouts to Lykos for help but Lykos just watches on as Fletcher knocks Kaiser off of the apron. Ludwig Kaiser has been eliminated! 5..4...3....2... 1!
Andy Shepherd: Introducing participant number eleven... Charlie Dempsey!
John: I think it's safe to say that things have just gotten very interesting. The son of the legendary William Regal, Charlie Dempsey has made it clear that he is looking to make his own name in the world of wrestling. Tonight very much is a great opportunity for him to do just that.
Drake: A match like this may not play to many of the submission specialist Dempsey's strengths. But this is a highly trained and strongly determined combatant. Not to mention he has his father's knowledge rattling around that brain.
Wade: Charlie Dempsey is a throwback to a time often forgotten. Boasting a great legacy and some exceptional in ring skills. I'm just going to say it, Charlie Dempsey is a true dark horse in a match like this.
Entrant #11 Charlie Dempsey
Walking down to the ring with a purpose, Charlie Dempsey has his eyes locked firmly on Kyle Fletcher in the ring. Fletcher for his part is waving Charlie Dempsey on while the cameras show at ringside Kid Lykos is crouched down beside the ring apron. On entering the ring Dempsey wastes little time in mixing it up with Fletcher as the pair begin trading European uppercuts and forearm strikes back and forth. A headbutt from Dempsey soon turns the tide as he then snatches Fletcher to the mat with a Regal cutter. From here Dempsey begins contorting Kyle Fletcher's body and limbs putting him in all manner of submission holds. Fletcher fights in vain to get to his feet but Dempsey very much is on him and even attempts to lock on a Regal Stretch. Pulling himself to the ropes, a well timed up kick by Fletcher follows which causes Dempsey to step back allowing Kyle to hop to his feet and land a leaping enzugiri. 5...4....3....2....1
Andy Shepherd: Now introducing participant number twelve.. Ashton Smith!
John: Wade, you've spoken of dark horses when it comes to Charlie Dempsey and Ludwig Kaiser. But if there is a man in my eyes perhaps not being given his due here it is Ashton Smith. Since his return to WWE UK, Ashton has been a true shining light of the brand and someone who I see as a potential winner here.
Drake: High praise John. High praise in deed and the scary part is you are spot on if not still not saying enough. I've always said from stepping in the ring with him that Ashton Smith is someone who doesn't know how good he truly can be.
Wade: The thing is, Ashton Smith is someone who like many others is cursed with potential. It's easy to have potential but it's another to recognize it. Tonight will be a great test to see if Ashton can live up to that or if he will be another talent who falls by the wayside.
Entrant #12 - Ashton Smith
The crowd cheers as Ashton Smith rushes down to the ring, Kid Lykos attempts to cheap shot Ashton on his way down to the ring. Smith however blocks a running forearm attempt and hip tosses Lykos against the guard rail in response. Entering the ring, Ashton Smith very much has a full head of steam as he levels both Dempsey and Fletcher with clotheslines. A running elbow on Dempsey follows before Smith looks to hit Fletcher with the Ash cloud. Fletcher manages to spin out and he attempts an enzugiri which Smith ducks under before tossing Fletcher over the ropes. Fletcher skins the cat and reenters the ring before he and Smith meet each other in the center of the ring with a double clothesline. With both men down, Charlie Dempsey hits Smith with a sliding forearm before he begins to target the neck of Fletcher, This includes trapping Fletcher in a rear naked choke as the countdown begins. 5...4...3...2..1
Andy Shepherd: Now introducing number thirteen Nathan Cruz!
John: Unlucky for some but I find it kind of fitting that this is the number for Nathan Cruz. As he is someone who has often had his career impacted by things out of the ring. Namely his relationship with Katherine Darcy.
Wade: I can't believe you are criticizing this relationship. Both Nathan and Katherine are wonderful people who compliment one another perfectly in my opinion. For lack of a better term stop being a hater.
Drake: I have known Nathan Cruz for a long, long time. Unfortunately a lot longer than I'd have perhaps have liked. He's always been a trouble maker and I'm not surprised he's found someone like him in that regard.
Entrant #13 - Nathan Cruz
The crowd boos as Nathan Cruz emerges from the back with Katherine Darcy on his arm. Unlike many valets or managers Katherine comes down to the ringside area with Cruz before the duo share a kiss. From here Nathan yells out to Kid Lykos who is still stationed at ringside. It seems an agreement is quickly formed between the pair as they enter the ring as one and quickly pounce on Ashton Smith. The duo put the boots to Smith before they then begin to split off and Cruz starts choking the downed Fletcher while Lykos starts to kick at Charlie Dempsey. Rising to his feet Charlie Dempsey starts firing back at Kid Lykos with uppercuts until he is blindsided by Nathan Cruz. This allows Lykos to recover and gives him and Cruz the chance to hit Dempsey with a back elbow. From here we see this pair look to hit Smith with a double suplex on Fletcher when a running dropkick by Ashton Smith puts Cruz down on the canvas. This allows Fletcher to spin out of a Lykos Brainbuster attempt before he lands a lifting DDT on Lykos putting both men down on the canvas while the countdown begins. 5....4.....3....2....1
Andy Shepherd: Introducing number fourteen... JD Drake!
John: to quote my old friend Simon Miller, we are about to see a big meaty man out here about to slap meat. In a bout filled with technicians and high flers so far. We now have the entrant of a bruiser.
Drake: JD Drake is someone I've always felt has been under rated and under appreciated for many years. In some ways I personally liken him to a throwback, an everyman like the wrestlers of old such as Dusty Rhodes.
Wade: JD Drake very much is a man after my own heart. This is a no nonsense, tough individual who is ready for a fight at all times. A match like this is right in his wheel house.
Entrant #14 - JD Drake
Rushing down to the ring, JD Drake is clearly itching for a fight and once in the ring he wastes no time in throwing bombs. Clubbing Vader like forearms and fired off in numerous directions with Lykos and Cruz both quickly being swatted to the canvas. Ashton Smith for his part attempts to fire back at JD Drake only for Drake to respond with a big clothesline. Kyle Fletcher quickly attempts to take down JD Drake with a series of leg kicks but JD Drake pushes through and lays out the tag team champion with a running crossbody. A willing opponent would soon emerge as Charlie Dempsey showed no fear in engaging with and trading with JD Drake. Using some vicious European uppercuts Charlie Dempsey at one stage even connected with a headbutt onto Drake. JD for his part retaliates with some heavy punches before he creates a little distance between the pair and lands a dropkick onto Dempsey putting him down on the mat. Sadly as JD Drake starts to get to his feet we see that the dropkick and hitting the canvas himself would be a costly error as Nathan Cruz and Kid Lykos pounce on him with punches and kicks. 5...4....3...2...1
Andy Shepherd: Introducing participant number 15.. Zack Gibson!
Wade: Allow me to be the one to take the lead here. As I personally feel I am allowed to partially take credit for the recent renaissance of Zack Gibson as of late. This a refocused Zack Gibson and exactly what I wanted to see from this man when I was in charge. Call me crazy but I consider Zack Gibson a potential winner of this.
Drake: Honestly I agree. I may not like the man personally but I have always believed that Zack Gibson would come into his own and make a star of himself. This definitely feels like his time.
John: To echo what my colleagues have stated. It has long felt like this man was on the cusp of doing something special. Then for one reason or another he never quite lived up to it until now. We have seen a more focused, vicious and determined Gibson. Who's sole focus seems to be on becoming Champion.
Entrant #15 - Zack Gibson
The crowd erupts into boos as Zack Gibson walks out from the back and heads down to the ring. Seemingly taking a measured approach on his way to the ring, Gibson walks around the side of the ring before sliding under the ropes and blindsiding Kyle Fletcher before he then drives Ashton Smith shoulder first into the ring post. While perhaps not working alongside the duo of Cruz and Lykos, Gibson isn't working against them as he corners Kyle Fletcher and begins to pummel him with strikes while both Lykos and Cruz continue to stomp and kick at the downed James Drake. This is until Charlie Dempsey reenters the mix and manages to fire off some uppercuts on both Cruz and Lykos before he begins going back and forth with Gibson. A headbutt by Dempsey has Gibson stunned and actually backs him up against the ropes. Dempsey charges at Gibson but this quickly backfires as Gibson manages to backdrop Charlie out of the ring. Charlie Dempsey has been eliminated! Having gotten back to his feet JD Drake blasts both Cruz and Lykos with uppercuts before he hits a big uppercut on Gibson knocking him through the ropes. 5...4....3...2...1
Andy Shepherd: Introducing participant number 16.. Suge D!
John: He maybe winless so far as part of the WWE UK Brand, but Suge D is an exciting entrant to say the least. One of the most experienced competitor in the WWE UK, Suge D is more than capable of turning things around.
Drake: Suge D brings a lot of energy and enthusiasm everywhere he goes. This guy is always entertaining and always puts on a show. I'm confident he'll do that again tonight.
Wade: I do consider myself a fan of Suge D but at the same time, I do have my concerns. I have seen many talents like him who for one reason or another can't focus right on the task at hand and it costs them. We'll see if Suge D can focus tonight.
Entrant #16 - Suge D
Dancing his way down to the ring, Suge D seems to be in a highly celebratorial mood. Jumping over the ropes and into the ring Suge D lands a split legged dropkick onto both Kid Lykos and Nathan Cruz. Following this Suge D hits a big leaping side kick onto JD Drake before landing a leaping elbow strike on the jaw of JD Drake. Breaking into a dance routine out of celebration, Suge D unfortunately is cut off and thrown out of the ring by Zack Gibson much to the crowd's displeasure. Suge D has been eliminated! The crowd erupts into boos as Gibson is soon joined by Nathan Cruz and the pair begin to gang up and work over JD Drake. Joined in this attack by Kid Lykos, it would seem the only thing stopping this three on one beatdown would be the actions of Kyle Fletcher and Ashton Smith. Taking the fight to both Gibson and Lykos, this allows JD Drake to level Cruz with a big clothesline before he then hits Kid Lykos with a crossbody. Showing it's everyman for himself however JD Drake then follows with a double clothesline onto both Kyle Fletcher and Zack Gibson as the countdown begins. 5...4...3....2...1
Andy Shepherd: Now introducing participant number 17... Asher Hale!
John: Well this just got very interesting. In a match which should be every man for himself, JD Drake is now joined by his tag team partner Asher Hale. I think it's safe to say these two will be working alongside one another for sure.
Drake: I definitely can see this pair functioning as a duo. They are both very experienced and probably made a game plan to get them this far.
Wade: Not too mention the fact that these two have been seemingly honing in on a tag team title shot. If I was Kyle Fletcher right now, I'd make sure I am very aware that there are sharks circling.
Entrant #17 - Asher Hale
Asher Hale rushes down to the ring while both Ashton Smith and JD Drake begin to trade punches back and forth. Entering the ring Asher Hale quickly shows himself to be fully on board the team up as he kicks Smith's legs from out under him. From here while JD Drake lands a senton across Ashton's chest, Asher Hale begins to unload on Kyle Fletcher with a series of kicks. Climbing to his feet Kid Lykos is soon given a taste of his own medicine as the Work Horsemen exploit the numbers on him. Showing his true colors Nathan Cruz rolls out of the ring rather than help Lykos and this leads to Lykos being driven into the mat with a Hart Attack. From here Kid Lykos is tossed over the ropes and out to the floor by Hale. Kid Lykos has been eliminated! Zack Gibson quickly looks to get back in control as he hits Hale from behind. With Hale slightly wobbled, Gibson begins to hit him with a series of forearms while Fletcher is starting to rally against JD Drake. This includes landing a big dropkick on the big man. Unfortunately for Fletcher he's met with a spinning sidewalk slam as he charged towards Drake. 5...4...3....2...1
Andy Shepherd: Introducing Entrant 18 and representing British Strong Style... Trent Seven!
Wade: My close personal friend Trent Seven! I know we've mentioned a few potential favorites in this match so far. But I think it is safe to say Trent Seven is definitely a favorite on paper based on his credentials with the WWE UK Brand.
Drake: Any praise for Trent will only bolster that massive ego of his. So whatever you do, don't let him hear this praise. Otherwise we will be greeted with more proclamations of how he started the WWE UK revolution.
John: While he may not be the most pleasant human being or trustworthy for that matter. One thing we do need to appreciate is the wily nature of Seven, I honestly highly doubt there is anyone who has drawn up a game plan for success like Seven.
Entrant #18 - Trent Seven
The crowd erupts into boos as the announcement is made and Trent Seven starts to walk down to the ring. Catching sight with Nathan Cruz at ringside before smirking, Trent Seven slowly rolls into the ring and quickly shows his at all costs styling as he rakes JD Drake in the eyes instantly. A kick to the balls follows before much to the crowd's chagrin, Trent Seven manages to eliminate JD Drake. JD Drake has been eliminated! Ever the opportunist Seven chop blocks Ashton Smith as he starts getting to his feet. From here Trent proceeds to hit a double suplex on Asher Hale with the support of Zack Gibson. Unfortunately for both men as they climb to their feet, they clearly had the same idea in mind as Seven and Gibson lamped one another with lariats. As Seven hit the mat, he'd wisely roll out under the ropes and onto the apron. Gibson meanwhile would stagger against the ropes. Looking to eliminate him, Kyle Fletcher attempted a superkick on Zack but Gibson managed to duck the blow. Fletcher would catch his leg on top of the rope and Gibson used this time to hit a clothesline which sent Fletcher over the ropes and out to the floor. Kyle Fletcher has been eliminated! 5...4...3....2..1
Andy Shepherd: Introducing participant number 19.. He is a former WWE United Kingdom Champion.. Pete Dunne!
John: We have spoken a few times this evening about people getting the luck of the draw. In this case right here, we have a tale of two stories as while being number nineteen has afforded Pete Dunne his chance to get his hands on Trent Seven. This has perhaps issued Trent Seven his very worst nightmare at the same time!
Wade: If I was Trent Seven, I'd hop out the ring now. Pete Dunne is renowned for being one of the most vicious competitors and that's without personal issues entwined. Seven is a marked man here and that puts him in danger.
Drake: We'd normally talk about putting personal issues aside in a match like this. But having been in the ring with Pete Dunne, I know he's not someone who lets those emotions cloud his judgement.
Entrant #19 - Pete Dunne
The crowd cheers as Pete Dunne rushes down to the ring. On his way down to the ring Dunne comes face to face with Katherine Darcy who attempts to distract him only for Dunne to blast Nathan Cruz with a big forearm strike. From here Pete Dunne enters the ring and he ducks a clothesline from Gibson before laying out Gibson with a headbutt. A big enzugiri kick on Ashton Smith follows before Pete Dunne punishes Asher Hale with a series of hard forearms. Backing Hale onto the ropes, the fired up Pete Dunne wastes no time in flipping him out of the ring. Asher Hale has been eliminated! Dunne then turns his attention to Trent Seven at ringside, Seven's eyes grow wide as Dunne leaves the ring and chases him around the outside of the ring. Rolling into the ring Dunne is in hot pursuit of Seven but runs directly into a big superkick from Ashton Smith. This in turn allows Seven to hit Dunne with a DDT as the crowd boos. Climbing to his feet however Seven is surprised with a superkick by Smith. Smith then turns and comes face to face with Zack Gibson and the pair begin trading strikes as the countdown begins. 5...4...3...2...1
Andy Shepherd: Introducing the man who drew number 20... Cara Noir!
John: OK this is an interesting entrant to say the least. The last time we saw Cara Noir was of course in the European title tournament and he made it to the semi finals before being dispatched by Gunther. Despite the loss however his run in that tournament and showing against the Ring General impressed everyone.
Wade: Noir is an enigma to say the least. This is a hard to predict competitor and one who could surprise the field.
Drake: I'm a huge fan of this guy. He just captures your attention and never lets it go. Make no mistake this is perhaps one of the greatest athletes we have seen in the WWE UK since it's inception.
Entrant #20 - Cara Noir
Making a slow walk out from the back, Cara Noir slowly removes his cloak and mask on the ramp before rushing down to the ring. With a full charge behind him Noir lands a swan woo dropkick to Nathan Cruz at ringside sending Nathan crashing into one of the officials and Katherine Darcy to cheers from the crowd. From here Noir springs into the ring with a body press on both Smith and Dunne. Another Swan Woo follows on Trent Seven before Noir comes face to face with Gibson. During this staredown Gibson says he will not steal this moment from him and begins barking at Noir calling him a pretender. Gibson tries to cheap shot Noir but is shocked when Cara ducks under the punch and lands a big leaping kick to the side of the head. Gibson is stagged and Noir follows up by hoisting him up in the air before bringing Gibson down into the canvas with a brain buster! Noir then drags the stunned Gibson to his feet and tosses him out of the ring to a loud cheer! Zack Gibson has been eliminated! The crowd are on their feet as slowly Zack Gibson comes around to the realization that he has been eliminated. Storming backstage Gibson is met with chants of Na, Na Goodbye by the crowd. 5...4...3...2...1!
Andy Shepherd: Now entering the match at number 21.. Man Like Dereiss!
John: I love this entrant! In wrestling you constantly hear stories about grabbing the brass ring. If there is anyone capable of doing just that tonight and shocking the world it is Man Like Dereiss.
Wade: While I may hate his music. It's hard not to be impressed with this young man. This is someone who may even be capable of matching Cara Noir when it comes to athleticism.
Drake: I haven't seen much of Dereiss but everyone I have ever spoken to who has mentioned him has very much sung his praises. I am very excited to see him on a big stage.
Entrant #21 - Man Like Dereiss
Much to the delight of the crowd in attendance, we get an impromptu musical performance as the Lyrical Dragon Dereiss raps his way to the ring. Winning over a crowd who was perhaps at first not entirely that familiar with him. Dereiss on entering the ring quickly shows he is just as much go as he is show when he lands a big hurricanrana on Trent Seven which nearly eliminates the former tag team champion. A superkick follows on Pete Dunne while Cara Noir hits a pop up round house kick on Ashton Smith. Noir and Dereiss come face to face with one another in what the commentary team call a face off between the new era of UK wrestling. Punches are traded back and forth between both men until Nathan Cruz enters the ring and shoves Dereiss from behind leading to him and Noir clashing heads. A quick DDT on Dereiss then follows before Cruz joins forces with Trent Seven and the pair begin to put the boots to Pete Dunne. Ashton Smith meanwhile on recovering quickly hits a big running elbow strike on Cara Noir backing him into the corner as the countdown starts once more. 5....4....3....2...1
Andy Shepherd: Now entering at 22.. Shigehiro Irie!
Drake: Now this is an entrant I am personally looking forward to. From NXT Japan, Shigehiro Irie.
John: This is the beauty of rumble matches. There are always talents you may not quite expect to see entering the fold. Irie is a true standout from Japan and his power will definitely serve him well.
Wade: Irie entering this late in the field is a threat for everyone. I've been in rumbles myself and seeing larger competitors like this in the later stages is disheartening for those in the match already. You're already tired and then in comes this monster.
Entrant #22 - Shigehiro Irie
Rushing down to the ring with a pop from the crowd in attendance, Shigehiro Irie very much hits the ring with a head on fire. Landing a big shoulder tackle on Nathan Cruz which sends him over the ropes and forces Cruz to skin the cat. Irie then follows up with a running crossbody block on Trent Seven to a cheer from the crowd. Looking to take the fight to the big man, Ashton Smith fires off some punches to Irie but Irie throws him off. Joining Ashton in this attack is Man Like Dereiss and the pair manage to back Irie against the ropes. With Pete Dunne joining, the trio try and flip Irie out of the ring but Irie fights them off. Catching a charging Dunne, Irie plants him with a big samoan drop before he follows with a spear on Dereiss. After rocking Ashton with a backfist, Irie to a loud pop hits a corner canonball senton on Trent. Irie then seemingly readies Trent for a Vader Bomb only for Nathan Cruz to low blow him. The crowd boos as Cruz follows up by being slid a chair from Katherine Darcy which he brings down across the back of Irie twice putting the big man down to boos. 5...4...3...2...1
Andy Shepherd: Introducing participant 23... Angelico!
John: It has to be said that the timing of this entrant is interesting. In the ring we have Nathan Cruz and making his entrance now is someone who he has had a lot of issues with as of late Angelico.
Drake: Angelico is someone I consider a friend. So I do feel like I can talk about him the way I am here. Angelico is one of the most talented competitors I have ever seen. Yet he constantly finds a means to get in his own way. This is someone who truly has the capabilities to be a world champion but because he lacks concentration, be it for the nightlife or the dancing or as we've seen lately the ladies. If Angelico could only focus on the task at hand, we'd be seeing a lot more of the man who gave Gunther his toughest match to date.
Wade: I am a big Angelico fan. He is someone who is capable of some dazzling feats in that ring. Unfortunately as Drake says he can lack focus and what worries me is that the presence of Katherine Darcy may distract him from the task at hand.
Entrant #23 - Angelico
Angelico rushes down to the ring to cheers from the crowd. On entering the ring, Angelico rolls to avoid a chair shot by Nathan Cruz before he dropkicks the chair into Cruz's face. Cruz is stunned by this as the chair goes flying and with Nathan stunned, Angelico follows up with a bicycle kick to the jaw of Nathan Cruz which sends him toppling over the ropes and out to the floor! Nathan Cruz has been eliminated! The crowd explodes into cheers as a horrified Katherine Darcy can only watch on at ringside as her boyfriend attempts to regain himself. Angelico meanwhile pairs up with Man Like Dereiss and the duo land a series of double dropkicks on Shigehiro Irie putting down the big man. From here both Angelico and Dereiss would begin to fight between the pair of them before being joined in this back and forth battle by Cara Noir. As this trio would engage, Ashton Smith would begin trading strikes with Pete Dunne. Seven meanwhile seemed to be taking this moment as an opportunity to roll out to the floor in an attempt to regroup while the countdown for the next participant begins. 5....4....3....2...1
Andy Shepherd: Entering the ring at number 24.. Michael Oku!
John: Perhaps the biggest surprise in a pleasant way from the European title tournament. The rise of Michael Oku so far has been great to watch. As since that tournament Michael Oku has been unbeaten.
Wade: The European tournament definitely introduced us to a new wave of talent. Angelico, Gunther, Cara Noir and Michael Oku all of whom have quickly established themselves as part of this new era of WWE UK. Oku for his part is a skilled grappler and technician with a great submission game. As we saw earlier with Charlie Dempsey, while this style may not be best suited to things. Oku is a talented prospect who can definitely hold his own.
Drake: Oku has long been in my eyes one of the most under appreciated talents in UK wrestling. I am thrilled to see him getting these opportunities to show further what he is capable of. Let's see how he fares against these men.
Entrant #24 - Michael Oku
The crowd cheers as Michael Oku rushes down to the ring, quickly entering the ring Michael Oku quickly joins the three way battle between Cara Noir, Man Like Dereiss and Angelico. During these skirmishes we see Michael Oku hit a big dragon screw leg whip on Cara Noir before he follows up with a leaping knee strike as Noir tries to get back up. Dereiss meanwhile manages to catch a hurricanrana attempt from Angelico before driving him into the mat with a powerbomb. At the same time Pete Dunne managed to trap Ashton Smith in a Koji Clutch on the canvas when both men are crushed with a big senton splash by Shigehiro Irie. Slowly climbing to his feet, Irie would then meet a charging Dereiss with a pop up powerbomb. While Trent Seven watched on from ringside, Michael Oku faced off with Irie and surprisingly showed himself willing to trade strikes with Irie. Unfortunately for Irie an attempt at a running boot would backfire as Oku managed to take him down to the mat before clamping on a single leg crab. Irie would try and crawl out of the hold to no avail but eventually he'd roll onto his back and kick Oku backwards. 5....4.....3...2...1
Andy Shepherd: Now introducing participant number 25. Representing Team White Wolf, he is Carlos Romo!
John: We've already seen A-Kid this evening who entered in a solid showing. Now it is time to see how his partner Carlos Romo fares.
Drake: I'll be curious to see this. We've not seen much of Carlos Romo in singles action, so it'll be good to see how he performs here.
Wade: I think what bodes well for Romo is the fact that The Foreign Legion have been eliminated already and his partner also for that matter. This means that Romo can be fully focused on the task at hand.
Entrant #25 - Carlos Romo
After walking out onto the stage with Mariah May, Carlos Romo nods his head at Mariah before sprinting down to the ring. Leaping onto the apron, Carlos Romo springs into the ring with a cutter on Shigehiro Irie. This wobbles Irie and allows Michael Oku to catch the big Japanese talent with a single knee face buster. Joined by Romo, Dereiss, Noir and Angelico we finally see Irie lifted over the ropes and out to the floor. Shigehiro Irie has been eliminated! Romo quickly follows up on Ashton Smith as he hits a running single leg dropkick. But as Romo gets to his feet he's met with a big forearm by Pete Dunne. A bitter end attempt however is counted as Romo manages to land on his feet before kicking Dunne to the feet. From here Romo follows up with a double foot stomp to the back of Dunne's head driving him into the canvas. Unfortunately for Romo as he began to get to his feet, Ashton Smith would gain some retribution as he landed a big boot to Romo's jaw. Smith would then follow up by tossing Romo out onto the apron, However Smith on charging Romo would be met with a kick to the mouth. Romo then looked to spring into the ring only to have Seven snatch his ankles while in the air before snatching him down to the floor. Carlos Romo has been eliminated! 5...4....3...2...1
Andy Shepherd: Introducing participant number 26... Erm.. It's.. El Mago Brillante!
John: Well... This is different. I'd usually sit here and give you some background or a means of introduction for a talent but I genuinely have nothing.
Drake: I suppose that's the beauty of a rumble. You never know who will show up. But it's definitely strange to know this little.
Wade: In my time as a WWE executive I have never heard this name. I guess we'll see what they can do first hand.
Entrant #26 - El Mago Brillante!
The masked El Mago Brillante walks out from the back wearing a full mask and also a full purple and blue bodysuit. Several faces in the ring seem a bit caught off guard as we also note that El Mago is notably smaller than many of the competitors. Entering the ring, El Mago quickly hits Man Like Dereiss with a big tilt a whirl head scissors. As Dereiss stumbles and scrambles to a knee he is met with a shining wizard to the jaw! Looking to grab this new entrant Cara Noir attempts to press El Mago over his shoulders only for El Mago to counter with a destroyer spiking Noir to the canvas. Angelico attempts a bicycle knee strike on El Mago who side steps this strike leading to Angelico hitting Ashton Smith. This then allows El Mago to hit Angelico with a leaping reverse STO. Meanwhile at ringside Pete Dunne has finally seen his chance and is in hot pursuit of Trent Seven. Rolling into the ring, Seven seems to be trying to lull in Pete Dunne but he backs up into Michael Oku. Seven begs off seemingly hoping to make a deal with Oku but Michael shakes his head before shoving Seven back into the clutches of Pete Dunne. Dunne hits a double leg on Seven and begins raining down punches and elbows as the next countdown begins. 5...4...3....2...1
Andy Shepherd: Introducing participant number 27. He is a former WWE UK Champion. Representing British Strong Style, He is Tyler Bate!
John: Talk about luck of the draw. Not just for Tyler Bate to be this late in the field but also for Trent Seven to have Bate out here in his time of need.
Drake: It will forever bother me that Bate and Millie McKenzie for that matter have aligned themselves with Trent Seven. Talk about selling your soul.
Wade: I can't believe you are being so dismissive and rude to Trent Seven. Loyalty is a big thing in this business and that can't be overlooked with what Seven has done for both Bate and McKenzie.
Entrant #27 - Tyler Bate
Unsurprisingly Tyler Bate rushes down to the ring and he comes face to face with his old rival Pete Dunne. Quickly Dunne and Bate begin trading punches until Seven low blows Dunne. This allows Bate to follow up with a running rolling kick to the jaw of Dunne putting him down on the canvas. Man Like Dereiss attempts to take the fight to British Strong Style, but a big punch by Bate allows Seven to spike him with a pile driver before he tosses Dereiss out of the ring. Man Like Dereiss has been eliminated! The crowd boos as British Strong Style clearly have a game plan in mind when they turn their attention to Angelico. Angelico similar to Dereiss looks to combat the numbers game but Seven again proves himself to be one of the dirtiest players in the game as he rakes Angelico's eyes allowing Bate to plant Angelico with a Tyler Driver. With Angelico laid out, Seven picks him up before he tosses Angelico out of the ring! Angelico has been eliminated! Again the audience boos as this time it seems that El Mago is the target of British Strong Style when the countdown begins once more. 5...4...3...2...1
Andy Shepherd: Introducing number 28... Ridge Holland!
John: This is a dangerous man to be coming in this late. I hate to wonder this kind of thing, but part of me wouldn't be surprised if our new WWE UK Champion had a part in getting this number for his hired gun.
Wade: I can't believe you would accuse our champion and sovereign lord of this. I have no doubt Holland earned his shot fair and square.
Drake: Honestly I wouldn't put it past Spike either. What worries me also, is the fact that a deal was seemingly brokered between Holland and British Strong Style.
Entrant #28 - Ridge Holland
The crowd boos as Holland charges down to the ring and on hitting the ring, Ridge lands a big Rugby tackle on Ashton Smith. Bate and Seven meanwhile attempt to hit a spike pile driver on El Mago when Pete Dunne attacks Trent Seven once more. This causes Bate to hop down off of the ropes and he and Dunne begin fighting once more. These two former foes and champions find themselves soon up against the rope as Trent Seven watches on from a distance. Gradually we see both Dunne and Bate's momentum slowly take them over the top rope before both men fall out to the floor. Pete Dunne has been eliminated! Tyler Bate has been eliminated! The crowd boos at seeing a smirking Trent remain in the ring while Ridge Holland lays out both Cara Noir and Michael Oku with a big double clothesline. Seven however is spun around by El Mago who starts firing off punches, elbows and kicks at him backing Trent up on the ropes until Seven lands a knee to the midsection. Holland then snatches El Mago from behind and this allows Trent to pull at Mago's mask removing it to reveal... TEGAN NOX! 5....4....3....2...1
Andy Shepherd: Introducing participant number 29.. Charles Crowley.
John: Not to take away from the entrance of Charles Crowley but.. El Mago was Tegan Nox. I can't believe what I've just seen!
Drake: I knew Nox had her career greatly impacted by Wade over here but I did not expect her to go this far to get another title match.
Wade: True to form Tegan Nox makes another bad decision without thinking things through. But let's not take away from the entrance of Charles Crowley. Who in my opinion is one of the most charismatic superstars that the UK wrestling scene has ever hosted.
Entrant #29 - Charles Crowley
While Charles Crowley begins his flashy, theatrical entrance on the stage. In the ring the cameras show Tegan Nox manage to land a low blow on Ridge Holland allowing her to escape his clutches. Ducking under a clothesline from Trent, Nox is then able to run off the ropes and blast Seven with a shining wizard to the jaw. Seven goes down but Nox is quickly blindsided by Crowley. Seemingly envious of Nox taking his luster, Crowley berates Tegan that this is his show and not hers. Crowley follows up by hoisting Nox in the air before hitting a spinning scoop slam on her. The vain showman then hits a standing dropkick on Cara Noir before he begins to dance in an over the top fashion. Snatching Nox by the hair, Crowley is surprised when Nox clamps him in a testicular claw. Crowley screams in pain as he jumps up and down and this allows Nox to then drive Crowley into the canvas with a choke slam. Wasting little time, Tegan then follows up by tossing Crowley out of the ring. Charles Crowley has been eliminated! The crowd cheers loudly for Nox until she is blasted with a rugby tackle by Ridge Holland. 5...4...3...2...1
Andy Shepherd: Introducing the man who drew number 30.... Harry Smith!
John: Well things just got very interesting with our final entrant. The son of the legendary British Bulldog, Harry Smith has returned to the WWE.
Drake: A former tag team champion who has run roughshod over Japan since his last WWE Run. I am looking forward to seeing what Harry Smith can do.
Wade: I consider Harry a close personal friend. It is amazing to see him back. The odds makers may want to add a new favorite to the mix with this.
Entrant #30 - Harry Smith
Harry Smith walks out from the back to a loud cheer from the crowd, As Smith does so we see an opportunistic Trent Seven toss the prone Tegan Nox out of the ring. Tegan Nox has been eliminated! Once Harry is in the ring our field sits at Ashton Smith, Trent Seven, Cara Noir, Michael Oku, Ridge Holland and Harry Smith for our final six. Everyone soon pairs off with Ashton Smith battling Michael Oku, Trent Seven facing Cara Noir and the two bruisers Ridge Holland and Harry Smith colliding. Following some back and forth action from all sides we'd see Harry Smith manage to hit a big northern lights suplex on Holland. This would rattle Holland but any momentum built by Smith was cut short thanks to a chop block by Seven. While Seven ate a Swan Woo kick for his trouble from Cara Noir, Ridge Holland was able in turn to plant Smith with a big spine buster. Having wobbled Trent Seven, Cara Noir meanwhile would fire off several kicks to Seven's chest while in the background Ashton Smith managed to corner Oku and started trying to lift his legs up in the air and force them over the ropes.
Stunning Seven with a big roundhouse kick, Cara Noir then looked to hit a brainbuster on Trent when Seven went directly for Noir's eyes. This allowed Seven to go behind Noir and hoist him on his shoulders before he'd throw him over the top rope from a burning hammer position. Noir would hit the ring apron with a thud before falling to the floor! Cara Noir has been eliminated! The crowd erupts into boos as Seven and Holland continue their union as they look to take the fight to Harry Smith. Despite Smith throwing some heavy strikes it doesn't take long for the numbers to overwhelm him. This is until however both Oku and Smith begin to stop fighting. Seemingly growing tired of Seven's antics and the numbers game both Oku and Smith start to attack Ridge Holland. The crowd cheers as Holland tries to fight off the numbers. Seven meanwhile finds himself confronted by Harry Smith who drops Seven on his head with a saito suplex. With Seven stunned, Harry Smith turns his attention also to Ridge Holland who has been stunned with a double superkick by Oku and Smith.
Lifting Holland in the air, Smith looks to attempt a running powerslam but Holland drops down behind Smith and then hits a big rugby tackle. Smith goes over the ropes but manages to find his feet on the apron. Holland snatches Smith by the throat but he is quickly pulled over the ropes and out onto the apron by Smith. The two titans go back and forth with one another while in the ring both Oku and Smith go back to fighting between themselves. On the apron Holland lands a headbutt on Smith before he tries for Northern Grit but Harry blocks it before he picks up Holland in a slam position and slams Holland off the apron and to the floor! Ridge Holland has been eliminated! As Smith turns to get back into the ring however he is met with a dropkick by Oku which sends him falling to the floor! Harry Smith has been eliminated! Oku and Smith are both showing signs of fatigue as they come face to face once more. Special mention is made of Smith who entered this match at number 12 and has still been here over half an hour later. Both Smith and Oku go back and forth with one another trading punches in the ring as the crowd cheers.
Slowly things escalate between the two with Smith coming close to tossing Oku from the ring before Oku in turn followed suit. Showing themselves to be near equals we'd see grappling reversals and striking exchanges aplenty as the action continued. An Ash Cloud attempt from Smith would be blocked before Oku hit the ropes. At the same time Smith seemingly had the same idea and the pair would run off before laying each other out with a clothesline. Continuing to rally behind both men with dueling chants we'd see both Oku and Smith climb to their feet. However before any further brawl could be had Smith would be shoved from behind by Seven sending him and Oku clashing heads with one another before Seven hit Smith with a lariat. Stunned from this clash of heads, a groggy Oku would then turn into a burning hammer from Seven who wasted little time in then tossing Oku out of the ring! Michael Oku has been eliminated! The crowd boos loudly as a smug Trent Seven points to his head before he picks up Ashton Smith. Looking to end things, Seven hoisted Smith onto his shoulders for a Burning Hammer. Much to Seven's surprise however Smith would give him a taste of his own medicine and go for Seven's eyes. This allows Smith to drop behind Seven before hitting a big running single leg dropkick to the jaw of Seven sending him tumbling over the ropes and to the floor! Trent Seven has been eliminated!
Andy Shepherd: And the winner of the UK Rumble... ASHTON SMITH!
The crowd explodes into cheers as the announcement is made. Completely exhausted from the battle he has just withstood, Ashton Smith drops to his hands and knees in the ring as referee Thomas Scarborough checks on him. At ringside a horrified Trent Seven sits against the barricade in shock at his defeat. Meanwhile in the ring Ashton Smith with help from the official pulls himself to his feet before getting his arm raised in victory. With that the show comes to a close with Ashton Smith as the winner of our Men's UK Rumble! |
