WWE: Time To Play The Game...for now...

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New show up, just posting here so it goes to the top of the page :p

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[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/twr.jpg[/IMG] Bobby Lashley was injured at last night’s Smackdown. It is not known what the injury is, but it has been revealed that he will be fit for the next Smackdown taping. In other news, Matt Hardy and Mickie Henson have been offered new contracts Bobby Lashley was injured part way through the match. He is working through “tingling extremities”. Matt Hardy and Mickie Henson have been offered new contracts. At press time, Henson had signed a one-year extension, but Hardy has not yet signed, although he is expected to. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/twr.jpg[/IMG] WCW have signed several new stars, including four that used to be under contract with WWE. The first is development wrestler Aaron (Idol) Stevens, a decorating champion with OVW. Also signed are Jon Heidenreich, Chris Kanyon, Noreen Greenwald, Pelayito Vazquez and Tom Pritchard. New WCW signings: WCW have made another batch of signings. Here’s the new list: Danny Doring Joey Matthews Rhino Nigel McGuinness Doug Basham Jazz Amy Dumas [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/twr.jpg[/IMG] We have now been told that Bobby Lashley has recovered. Also, the legendary Harley Race has signed with WCW. Matt Hardy has resigned. [FONT="Arial Narrow"][SIZE="6"][COLOR="Red"]Raw Preview![/COLOR][/SIZE][/FONT] Val Venis vs. Perry Saturn vs. Scott Steiner vs. Bryan Danielson vs. Christopher Daniels vs. Samoan Seanoa The Hardys vs. Cade and Murdoch Ric Flair, Super Crazy and Dustin Rhodes vs. Kenny Dykstra, Johnny Nitro and Carlito Non-title: WWE Women's Champion Maria Kanellis vs. Cheerleader Melissa The Undertaker vs. Umaga Rated RKO vs. Brock Lesnar and The Rock ALSO: Shawn Michaels will discuss the Wrestlemania 23 Main Event!

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Can't wait! You got my hopes up when I saw the post, and bam, just a preview :P Val Venis vs. Perry Saturn vs. Scott Steiner vs. Bryan Danielson vs. Christopher Daniels vs. [B]Samoan Seanoa[/B] [B]The Hardys[/B] vs. Cade and Murdoch Ric Flair, Super Crazy and Dustin Rhodes vs. [B]Kenny Dykstra, Johnny Nitro and Carlito[/B] Non-title: WWE Women's Champion Maria Kanellis vs. [B]Cheerleader Melissa[/B] [B]The Undertaker[/B] vs. Umaga [B]Rated RKO[/B] vs. Brock Lesnar and The Rock

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[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/mondaynightraw.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/JimRoss.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/JerryLawler.jpg[/IMG] [B]JR: [/B]Welcome to the flagship show of Sports Entertainment, Monday Night Raw! I’m Jim Ross alongside Jerry “The King” Lawler, and it looks like Umaga’s coming out here King, unfortunately with his manager Armando Alejandro Estrada. [B]Lawler: [/B]I can’t imagine why JR! I only have one thing to say about Umaga- he’s a destructive human being! Hulk Hogan…Shawn Michaels…Chris Jericho…Perry Saturn. The list is incredible, all men who’ve been taken down by Umaga. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Umaga.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ArmandoAlejandroEstrada.jpg[/IMG] [B]Estrada: [/B]Let me introduce to joo…the Samoan Bulldozer, the most feared and intimidating men in the WWE…Uuuuuuuumaga! He has defeated the best. IN FACT…let me tell you the results of the Bulldozer’s matches so far this year: He beat Hulk Hogan, Shawn Michaels and Ric Flair! Then, because of the weakness of Kenny Dykstra, he lost a tag match against Jericho, Flair and the World Champion. Because of Samoan Seanoa, he lost to Jericho, but then beat him twice in a row! He lost to Flair and Michaels, but bounced right back and destroyed Cactus Jack in a Hardcore Match! He has defeated the best in this business, and there is no-one left! That is why the decision has been made to lay down an Open Challenge for Wrestlemania 23! If any man is brave enough to challenge Umaga, then now is the time for you to speak up. [B]Rating: B+ [/B] [I]Hellooooo ladies! [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/SeanMorley.jpg[/IMG] [B]JR: [/B]My God King! It’s Val Venis! Let’s make note King, Val has had a good few months as well- he’s won 11 of his last 13 matches, losing only in the Royal Rumble match won by Shawn Michaels and in an 8-man tag match against a team containing the World Tag Team Champions! He’s defeated The Great Khali twice, the current Tag Champs, in various combinations, 4 times and last week had an incredible match ending in victory once again, this time against Randy Orton. This man may be the one to end the reign of destruction of Umaga! [B]Venis: [/B]Hellooooo ladies! Now Estrada, it’s true that Umaga has beaten all these great athletes…after attacking them before-hand! I really don’t think that he would have lasted 5 minutes with half of them if he’d have fought a fair match. I’m not meaning to undermine his dominance, because Umaga…you are a huge, strong man…but I’m better. I’ve had just as good a run as you and at Wrestlemania…our streaks of dominance will come together and be on the line. I’m accepting your Open Challenge, and one of us will crumble. And just so you’re expecting it…I won’t be the one getting pinned, I’m telling you that. Just watch my match up next. I’m against 5 of the best pure athletes in this business…just like this Sunday, I’m going to walk out the winner. [B]Rating: B+ [/B] [I]Estrada instructs Umaga to leave the ring, and they walk up the ramp. Venis’ opponents (Bryan Danielson, Perry Saturn, Scott Steiner, Christopher Daniels and Samoan Seanoa) make their way to the ring, and the match begins. [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/SeanMorley.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/BryanDanielson.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/PerrySaturn.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ScottSteiner.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ChristopherDaniels3.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/SamoaJoe.jpg[/IMG] Danielson put in some good offence early on, having a brief but brilliant exchange with Christopher Daniels. Venis came out of the match looking good, pinning Christopher Daniels in the 5th minute with a Money Shot. Winner at 5:06 Val Venis [B]Rating: C [/B] [I]We cut backstage where The Rock is standing by. [/I] [IMG]http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w15/TheWho87EWR/Wrestlers/KyKy/T%20Images/The_Rock5.jpg[/IMG] [B]The Rock: [/B]Please welcome The Rock’s guest at this time… [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ToddGrisham.jpg[/IMG] Todd Grisham. Now Todd…The Rock and The Rock’s people want to know…what are your plans? [B]Grisham: [/B]Well I was meant to be interviewing you, but you told me to go off camera until you called… [B]The Rock: [/B]…well The Rock says hurry up and do your job! [B]Grisham: [/B]Erm of course! Rock, after Edge cheated to beat you a couple of weeks ago, what are your thoughts? [B]The Rock: [/B]The Rock’s thoughts? You want The Rock’s thoughts? The Rock thinks that Edge is a no-good, talentless son-of-a-bitch with nothing better or smarter to do than stick his nose into The Rock’s business. Well, as you know The Rock is a man of many words, but at Wrestlemania it will be all-action. Edge, The Rock challenges YOU to a match at Wrestlemania 23. And tonight The Rock and Brock…The Rock and Brock Connection…will defeat Rated RKO…The Rock guaran-damn-tees it! [B]Rating: B [/B] [I]Hardy Boyz vs. Cade and Murdoch [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/MattHardy.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/JeffHardy.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/LanceCade.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/TrevorMurdoch.jpg[/IMG] Hopefully the two teams will put on a better performance alongside Haas and Benjamin at Wrestlemania. It wasn’t too great a match at all, ending when Shelton Benjamin and Charlie Haas interfered, attacking Jeff Hardy and Lance Cade respectively. Hardy Boyz vs. Cade and Murdoch ended at 4:44 in a Double-DQ [B]Rating: C- [/B] [I]Ric Flair, Super Crazy and Dustin Rhodes vs. Kenny Dykstra, Johnny Nitro and Carlito [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/RicFlair.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/SuperCrazy.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/DustinRhodes.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/KennyDystra.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/JohnHennigan.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Carlito.jpg[/IMG] A preview of sorts for the MITB match (Flair and Nitro are both in, Super Crazy, Dykstra and Carlito missed out on spots), it was decent. Flair put in a good performance, definitely looking solid out there. Flair eventually made Dykstra tap for the second week in a row, when Kenny submitted to the Figure Four Leglock. Winners at 5:32 Ric Flair, Super Crazy and Dustin Rhodes [B]Rating: C+ [/B] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ShaneMcMahon10.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/SheltonBenjamin28.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/CharlieHaas30.jpg[/IMG] [I]Intercontinental Champion Shane McMahon makes his way to the ring, accompanied by the World Tag Team Champions the World’s Greatest Tag Team. [/I] [B]Shane: [/B]Don’t worry, don’t worry- the Corporation hasn’t recruited any new members. I’ve merely acquired the services of these men for tonight’s show. Up next you will all see a first in the WWE! The World Tag Team Champions, the World’s Greatest Tag Team, will take on Chris Jericho in a handicap match. The first ever…Submission Only Handicap Match! [B]Rating: C+ [/B] [I]Jericho makes his entrance. [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/SheltonBenjamin28.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/CharlieHaas30.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ChrisJericho.jpg[/IMG] The match was quite good, showcasing these men’s talents perfectly. In the 9th minute, Charlie Haas distracted the ref, whilst Benjamin hit Y2J with a low blow. Rather than locking in a submission, Shelton kept telling Haas to, saying that he had done all the work and deserved to hit the finishing move! Charlie realised that victory was slipping away, so quickly locked in the Haas of Pain, which led to Jericho tapping out. Benjamin leaped on his partner in celebration, hugging him and kissing his head. Winners at 9:48 Shelton Benjamin and Charlie Haas [B]Rating: B- [/B] [I]Vince McMahon makes his way to the ring as Jericho gets to his feet. [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/VinceMcMahon.jpg[/IMG] [B]Vince: [/B]Looking forward to Wrestlemania? I sure am, champ. You better hope you do become champion at Wrestlemania 23, Chris. You know why? Because if you- predictably- don’t beat my son Shane for his Intercontinental Championship…you will never get a shot at any title he holds! [B]Rating: C [/B] [I]Non-title: WWE Women’s Champion Maria Kanellis vs. Cheerleader Melissa [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/MariaKanelis24.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/CheerleaderMelissa2.jpg[/IMG] This was a poor, uninteresting match. In under 2 minutes the Women’s Champion lost after getting hit with the Kudoh Driver. Winner at 1:56 Cheerleader Melissa [B]Rating: D+ [/B] [I]We cut backstage where Carlito is standing by. [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Carlito.jpg[/IMG] [B]Carlito: [/B]Welcome to a special edition of Carlito’s Cabana. Let me introduce my guests…Randy Orton…Edge…Rated RKO! [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/RandyOrton2.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/AdamCopeland.jpg[/IMG] [B]Orton: [/B]Thanks Carlito. Look, tonight we face off against the ultimate good guy in our business, The Rock, and the ultimate injector Brock Lesnar! In just 6 days time, both of these men will be LOSERS! [B]Carlito: [/B]If you ask me, they already are! They’re not cool, not like Rated RKO. What do you have in store for Rock and Brock tonight? [B]Edge: [/B]Another loss, a preview of Wrestlemania 23. They’ve never teamed together, we have. We’ve been tag team champions, they haven’t. We will kick there asses tonight and do the same damn thing this Sunday. [B]Orton: [/B]Brock’s got on my bad side very quickly, and although he’s not got THAT much of a legend…his foetus of a legend will still be killed, starting tonight. [B]Rating: B [/B] [I]Non-title: World Heavyweight Champion The Undertaker vs. Umaga [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/TheUndertaker2.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Umaga.jpg[/IMG] Umaga pummelled Undertaker in the opening two minutes, hitting rights and lefts and wild kicks. Eventually, Taker took control following a Snake Eyes. In the 8th minute, Umaga was Chokeslammed over the top rope, which was followed by a running plancha from Big Evil. The two big men then brawled outside the ring, failing to make it back in to beat the referee’s count. The Undertaker and Umaga drew at 8:45 following a double count out. [B]Rating: B [/B] [IMG]http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w15/TheWho87EWR/Wrestlers/KyKy/T%20Images/The_Rock5.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/BrockLesnar3.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/TedDibiase.jpg[/IMG] [I]The Rock and Brock Connection (accompanied by Ted Dibiase) make their way to the ring for their tag match against Rated RKO. Instead of Orton and Edge making their way up the ramp, however, Raw GM Eric Bischoff appeared on the stage. [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/EricBischoff.jpg[/IMG] [B]Bischoff: [/B]So, at Wrestlemania Brock you will be facing Randy Orton, and Rock…you hope to face Edge. Well, you got it! Edge, being the smart, up-standing competitor that he is, has accepted your challenge for a rematch. I swear to God, Lesnar and Rock…you will both lose tonight and you will both lose at Wrestlemania. Let me introduce the people who will defeat you on both occasions…Rated RKO! [B]Rating: B+ [/B] [I]Rated RKO vs. The Rock and Brock Connection [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/RandyOrton2.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/AdamCopeland.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w15/TheWho87EWR/Wrestlers/KyKy/T%20Images/The_Rock5.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/BrockLesnar3.jpg[/IMG] (w/[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/TedDibiase.jpg[/IMG]) Edge and Orton had control in the early goings, using underhand tactics to counter Rock’s talent and Lesnar’s raw power. Every time TRABC (who have excellent chemistry as partners) tried to build momentum, it’d be suddenly stopped by a poke to the eye or similar. Their efforts proved futile though, when Brock hit a thunderous F-5 on the Rated R Superstar. Winners at 7:36 The Rock and Brock Connection [B]Rating: B- [/B] [B]JR: [/B]What a match! Lesnar and The Rock worked incredibly well as a team, defeating Randy Orton and Edge, their respective opponents at Wrestlemania. Up next Shawn Michaels will be in the ring to talk about his Wrestlemania match, which is of course the Triple Threat to crown the first-ever WWE Ultimate Wrestling Champion! [B]Lawler: [/B]And don’t forget JR, it’s a Hell in a Cell match, which- in my opinion- leaves Smackdown’s John Cena at a disadvantage. [B]JR: [/B]Cena’s never been in a Hell in a Cell match, so that may be true King, but he’s a WWE Champion- I’m not counting him out. [B]Lawler: [/B]One thing is for sure- after the match, Cena won’t be WWE Champion, and Undertaker won’t be the World Heavyweight Champion. Either one of those two men or the Heartbreak Kid Shawn Michaels will be the first-ever WWE Ultimate Wrestling Champion, and I can’t wait! [B]Rating: B+ [/B] [I]HBK is by this point in the ring, mic in hand. [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ShawnMichaels.jpg[/IMG] [B]HBK: [/B]Wrestlemania 23…World Heavyweight Champion The Undertaker…versus…WWE Champion John Cena…versus…The Royal Rumble Winner, the Main Event, Mr. Wrestlemania, the Icon, the Showstopper Shawn Michaels, Hell in a Cell! I will become the first ever WWE Ultimate Wrestling Champion, I promise you that. I’m one of the best performers in our business, the first-ever Grand Slam Champion. I will defeat Cena and Taker, and take my place in the hist- [I]The lights cut out, and the arena is plunged into darkness. Moments later they come back on, but Shawn Michaels is gone. [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/TheUndertaker2.jpg[/IMG] [B]JR: [/B]My God! Shawn Michaels has gone, and The Undertaker, who Michaels faces in just 6 days at Wrestlemania, is stood in his place! Thank you for joining us, we’ll see you at Wrestlemania 23! [B]Rating: B+ [/B] FINAL: C (too many non-wrestling segments)

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[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/twr.jpg[/IMG] MAJOR NEWS CONCERNING TONIGHT’S ECW TAPING! Tonight’s ECW show will be a [COLOR="Blue"][SIZE="5"]Wrestlemania 23 Preview Show[/SIZE][/COLOR]. It will include hype for the matches set to be at the show, and the following matches to give a taster of the action to be expected this Sunday; Non-title: Brian Kendrick vs. United States Champion Finlay IC Champion Shane McMahon, World Tag Champs Worlds Greatest Tag Team, ECW Xtreme Champion Elijah Burke and Kane vs. Chris Jericho, The Hardys, Tajiri and Kane Edge and Mordecai vs. Rob Van Dam and Cruiserweight Champion Scotty 2 Hotty Brock Lesnar and The Rock vs. William Regal and Randy Orton World Heavyweight Champion The Undertaker, Shawn Michaels and Val Venis vs. WWE Champion John Cena, Johnny Nitro and Umaga

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[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ecwlogo.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/JoeyStyles.jpg[/IMG] [B]Styles: [/B]Welcome to a special edition of ECW, we’re here for an exclusive preview show of Wrestlemania 23! Our first contest includes the United States Champion Finlay, so here is an exclusive interview with not only Finlay but also his two opponents at Wrestlemania, William Regal and The Boogeyman. Take a look. [I]Finlay is shown sat in a studio in street clothes with his title. [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Finlay2.jpg[/IMG] [B]Finlay: [/B]At No Way Out I defeated William Regal for this very championship. History dictates that he won’t beat me in a United States Championship match. Boogey…I’ve beaten him once before. I’m a tough bastard, and I love to fight. You’re not going to win, either of you. [I]William Regal is shown in similar surroundings. [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/My%20Cuts/WilliamRegal.jpg[/IMG] [B]Regal: [/B]I beat the champ last week, so it shouldn’t be a problem at Wrestlemania. I’ve been fighting since I was a young lad, and I’ve won my fair share of championships. I’m a 4-time European Champion, I’ve held the United States Championship this year, a 5-time Hardcore Champion and a 4-time World Tag Team Champion with 3 different partners. At Wrestlemania…Finlay, your reign is over sunshine. [I]Boogeyman is shown in a dark room. [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Boogeyman.jpg[/IMG] [B]Boogey: [/B]Hahahahaha…I’m The Boogeyman…and I’m coming…to getcha! [B]Rating: B- [/B] [I]A replay of Kendrick and London’s challenge for Deuce ‘n’ Domino was played. [/I] [B]Rating: C [/B] [B]Tazz: [/B]Kendrick has a tough match next Joey- he’s facing the United States Champion, Finlay! [B]Styles: [/B]Nearly two months ago these two had an incredible match on Smackdown- one of the best of all time- so we’re all expecting great things. Let’s just enjoy! [I]Non-title: Finlay vs. Kendrick [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Finlay2.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/BrianKendrick.jpg[/IMG] No-where near as great as their first bout, it still entertained. 5 minutes in, Finlay slid a chair into the ring. When the ref took it outside the squared circle, Finlay hit Kendrick with a Shillelagh. The ref turned and made the count, giving the US Champ a cheap win. Winner at 6:07 Finlay [B]Rating: B [/B] [I]A video plays hyping Worlds Greatest Tag Team vs. Hardy Boyz vs. Murdoch and Cade. [/I] [B]Rating: C [/B] [I]Chris Jericho, the Hardy Boyz, Tajiri and Kane make their entrance. Jericho grabs a mic. [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ChrisJericho.jpg[/IMG] [B]Jericho: [/B]I’ve been waiting for this chance for so damn long. I’ve wrestled you twice since I returned Shane, but never one-on-one, never for the title. This Sunday I finally get my shot- the bull-**** and the cheap-shots end, and it’s just me and you, one-on-one. I will be the Intercontinental Champion, and it’ll be justice that an enemy of the McMahon family- Steve Austin- will be making the count. [B]Rating: B [/B] [I]Chris Jericho, Hardy Boyz, Tajiri and Kane vs. Intercontinental Champion Shane McMahon, World Tag Team Champions World’s Greatest Tag Team, ECW Xtreme Champion Elijah Burke and Batista [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ChrisJericho.jpg[/IMG] &[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/MattHardy.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/JeffHardy.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Tajiri.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Kane.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ShaneMcMahon10.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/SheltonBenjamin28.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/CharlieHaas30.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/DaveBatista3.jpg[/IMG] A decent match, short but sweet, it included stand-out performance by Kane. The match was well-booked, as no man got into the ring with who he will face at Wrestlemania, adding to the suspense for the big show. Just over 5 minutes in, Jericho hit an out-of-nowhere Enziguri, which was enough to keep Elijah Burke down for a 3-count. Winners at 5:11 Chris Jericho, Hardy Boys, Tajiri and Kane [B]Rating: B [/B] [I]Cruiserweight Champion Scotty 2 Hotty and Rob Van Dam vs. Edge and Mordecai [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ScottTaylor.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/RobVanDam.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/AdamCopeland.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Mordecai.jpg[/IMG] Despite Edge and Mordecai not working too well together, Edge managed to look good in the ring. Mordecai brutalised RVD, but the Original fought back. After 4 and a half minutes it was all over though, when Van Dam fell to a Spear. Winners at 4:37 Edge and Mordecai [B]Rating: B- [/B] [I]The Rock and Brock Connection vs. Randy Orton and William Regal [/I] [IMG]http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w15/TheWho87EWR/Wrestlers/KyKy/T%20Images/The_Rock5.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/BrockLesnar3.jpg[/IMG] (w/ [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/TedDibiase.jpg[/IMG]) vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/RandyOrton2.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/AdamCopeland.jpg[/IMG] This was the best match of the night, and with the calibre of the stars in the ring it isn’t hard to see why. After 4 and a half minutes, legal men Orton and Brock were brawling on the outside. Lesnar hit F-5 after F-5 on Randy, and neither made it back into the ring to beat the 10-count. Regal and Orton didn’t really click as a team, but Lesnar came out of this match looking good. The Rock and Brock Connection vs. Randy Orton and William Regal ended in a draw at 4:50 [B]Rating: B+ [/B] [I]Lesnar is stood in the ring with his manager Ted Dibiase. Suddenly, Orton slips back in and spins Brock around, hitting an RKO. Dibiase goes to help his client, but he just gets an RKO for his troubles. Orton punts both men in the head before leaving the ring. [/I] [B]Rating: B+ [/B] [I]We cut backstage, where Raw interviewer Todd Grisham is standing by with WWE Champion John Cena, Umaga and Johnny Nitro. [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ToddGrisham.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/JohnCena2.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Umaga.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/JohnHennigan.jpg[/IMG] [B]Grisham: [/B]Please welcome my guests at this time, WWE Champion John Cena, Johnny Nitro and the Samoan Bulldozer Umaga. [B]Cena: [/B]Yo, Taker, Shawn Venis- it’s the end of the line. Look at us three- you know it’s our time! Here’s a little rap about what’s gonna happen at ‘Mania- just try and pay attention to everything I’m tellin’ ya. Money in the Bank- 6 men, one case- one contract. Johnny Nitro’s gonna win- everyone else is scared of comin’ into contact. Umaga’s on a streak, Venis is apparently on one two. Val, when it comes down to it, Umaga’s just better than you. Shawn and Undertaker; both wanna be the champ. You ain’t got a chance, cos winning is just part of what I am. Word Life! [B]Rating: B+ [/B] [I]A replay of HBK’s abduction last night on Raw is shown. [/I] [B]Styles: [/B]I haven’t seen Shawn all night Tazz, do you think he’ll show up after what happened last night? [B]Tazz: [/B]I’ve known Shawn many years and Joey- if he’s able to, he’ll be here. I hope to God he is, cos his team need him. Not to take anything away from Undertaker and Val Venis, both incredible wrestlers, but no-one can beat Cena, Nitro and Umaga if there are only two of them [B]Rating: B+ [/B] [I]WWE Champion John Cena, Johnny Nitro and Umaga vs. World Heavyweight Champion The Undertaker, Val Venis and Royal Rumble Winner Shawn Michaels [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/JohnCena2.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Umaga.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/JohnHennigan.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/TheUndertaker2.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/SeanMorley.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ShawnMichaels.jpg[/IMG] HBK isn’t starting. The match goes on for a couple of minutes until the lights cut out. They come back on and Undertaker, Nitro, Umaga and Venis have disappeared. Cena is stood looking confused, and in the ring is Shawn Michaels, also looking confused. Cena turns and sees him, quickly hitting an FU. Once the ref has counted to 3, the lights cut out again. When they rise, the final image of ECW is The Undertaker stood with his championship, alone in the ring. Winners at 4:47 John Cena, Johnny Nitro and Umaga [B]Rating: B- [/B] FINAL RATING: B

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[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/twr.jpg[/IMG] SMACKDOWN! PREVIEW! The last show before Wrestlemania 23 rolls into town, and it looks set to be huge: Non-title: WWE Cruiserweight Champion Scotty 2 Hotty vs. Bryan Danielson Non-title: WWE Tag Team Champions Deuce 'n' Domino vs. Rey Mysterio and The Boogeyman Batista vs. Brian Kendrick Ken Kennedy, Christian and Montel Vontavious Porter vs. CM Punk, Perry Saturn and Booker T Non-title: WWE Champion John Cena vs. Kane

[Senka Surakei]

Nice show, it was odd the 5 on 5 was only 6ish minutes, but that's alright. I can't wait for WM23, it's going to be freaking awesome! I love this Dynasty, and I'll be a reader as long as you keep writing, which you better! Go Kane! Injure him right before WM23... I mean... =)

[HailSabin1660846285]

Non-title: WWE Cruiserweight Champion Scotty 2 Hotty vs. [B]Bryan Danielson[/B] Non-title: WWE Tag Team Champions [B]Deuce 'n' Domino[/B] vs. Rey Mysterio and The Boogeyman [B]Batista[/B] vs. Brian Kendrick [B]Ken Kennedy, Christian and Montel Vontavious Porter[/B] vs. CM Punk, Perry Saturn and Booker T Non-title: WWE Champion John Cena vs. [B]Kane[/B]

[RKO_HBK]

[QUOTE=Senka Surakei;294062]Nice show, it was odd the 5 on 5 was only 6ish minutes, but that's alright. I can't wait for WM23, it's going to be freaking awesome! I love this Dynasty, and I'll be a reader as long as you keep writing, which you better! Go Kane! Injure him right before WM23... I mean... =)[/QUOTE] Thanks for the comments. It was only short because of the time constraints. I can't wait to get the show posted, really pleased with the culmination of some storylines. Smackdown will be up as soon as I can get it up. And Kane's awesome!

[RKO_HBK]

[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/fridaynightsmackdown.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/MichaelCole.jpg[/IMG] [B]Cole: [/B]Welcome to Friday Night Smackdown, the most-watched show on the CW, and tonight you’ll see why! [I]Cole is interrupted by the WWE Champion’s music, and John Cena walks to the ring. [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/JohnCena2.jpg[/IMG] [B]Cena: [/B]Ok, no raps tonight, just demands! Look, on Monday night Shawn Michaels was, it seems abducted. On Tuesday, he wasn’t present in the match. The lights cut out, Taker and the other 4 men in the ring have gone. HBK’s there. So, naturally I kick his ass and get the win. The lights cut out, next thing I know I’m- [I]The lights once again cut out. They rise, and [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/TheUndertaker2.jpg[/IMG] The Undertaker is stood in the ring, where Cena was stood. However, the Dead Man looks confused. Suddenly, Cena slips from under the ring, spins the World Heavyweight Champion around and hits an F-U. Then, HBK jumps the barrier and lays Cena out with a Sweet Chin Music. [B]Rating: A [/B] [I]We are shown a pre-taped “press conference”, where the WWE Tag Team Champions are ready to speak. [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/DeuceShade7.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/DiceDomino6.jpg[/IMG] [B]Deuce: [/B]Ok, we are going to keep this professional and make an official statement regarding the challenge laid down to us by Mr. London and Mr. Kendrick. [B]Domino: [/B]The WWE Tag Team Champions Deuce ‘n’ Domino hereby accept the challenge made by the tandem of Mr. Paul London and Mr. Brian Kendrick. The match is now scheduled to take pla- [B]Deuce: [/B]Look, London…Kendrick- at Wrestlemania it’s all over! Us against you, one more match, and we’re gonna kick your damn asses and keep our titles. Conference over. [B]Rating: C- [/B] [I]Non-title: Cruiserweight Champion Scotty 2 Hotty vs. Bryan Danielson [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ScottTaylor.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/BryanDanielson.jpg[/IMG] The pair of very talented wrestlers put on a good match, which was sadly did not receive the reception it deserved. The champ picked up the win in the 2nd minute when he hit Danielson with the Worm. Winner at 2:49 Scotty 2 Hotty [B]Rating: C- [/B] [I]Scotty 2 Hotty is celebrating in the ring, but is interrupted by General Manager Theodore Long. [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/TheodoreLong.jpg[/IMG] [B]Long: [/B]Holla playa! I know you’re pumped for Wrestlemania 23, live this Sunday on pay-per-view, but I’ve got an announcement to make concerning your match with Daivari, for the Cruiserweight Championship…it isn’t happening, playa. Now, hold up now! You still have a title defence…it just won’t be against Daivari. You see, he cheated in the Cruiserweight Contenders Match last week, and so I feel that it is unfair to allow him to challenge you. However, Little Guido was pinned, so it isn’t fair to allow him to compete at Wrestlemania. So, in the interest of fairness, at Wrestlemania it will be you, Scotty 2 Hotty, defending your title against…Chavo Guerrero...and Gregory Helms…and Jack Styles in a Fatal Four Way! [B]Rating: D+ [/B] [I]Non-Title: WWE Tag Team Champions Deuce ‘n’ Domino vs. The Boogeyman and Rey Mysterio [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/DeuceShade7.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/DiceDomino6.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Boogeyman.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ReyMysterio2.jpg[/IMG] The tag champions looked dangerous in this non-title contest, largely isolating Rey Mysterio (who looked good in the match). However, Boogeyman regained momentum for his team, which Mysterio later capitalised on, hitting a West Coast Pop on Domino for the win. Winners at 4:40 The Boogeyman and Rey Mysterio [B]Rating: C [/B] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/BobbyLashley.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Finlay2.jpg[/IMG] [I]Bobby Lashley and Finlay are arguing backstage. Just as the cameras reach them, Finlay is pushed into a door, knocking it open. Unluckily for the two men, it bangs into Vince McMahon, spilling his coffee. [/I] [B]Vince: [/B]Dammit, what the hell is going on? [B]Finlay: [/B]Erm…Bobby pushed me. I didn’t do this on purpose! [B]Vince: [/B]You sound like a damn kid. Anyway, my coffee’s on my jacket, you two have nothing to do tonight. Get to the ring for a match together, now. [B]Rating: B- [/B] [I]When we return from the break, the match is ready to begin. [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/BobbyLashley.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Finlay2.jpg[/IMG] The match was average at best, but still entertaining. It lasted a fair amount of time, ending when Finlay hit Lashley with a Firemans Carry Slam. Winner at 10:19 Finlay [B]Rating: C+ [/B] [I]We cut backstage, where Kristal is waiting with Batista! [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/KristalMarshall.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/DaveBatista3.jpg[/IMG] [B]Kristal: [/B]Batista…at Wrestlemania 23- in just 2 days time- you will be facing Kane. What are your thoughts? [B]Batista: [/B]My thoughts? My thoughts?! Dammit, I can beat Kane and I will at Wrestlemania. Kane, I’ve been attacking you for weeks, and Wrestlemania will just be relentless, continual punishment. You’re walking into the ring for a battle with the Animal…I’m coming out on top. [B]Rating: B [/B] [I]Batista is in action next, against Brian Kendrick [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/DaveBatista3.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/BrianKendrick.jpg[/IMG] Sadly Batista and Kendrick don’t click, but the bout was still ok. Eventually, Kane walked down the ramp to the ring. Just as he got in, Deuce leaped the barrier and slid into the ring. At the same time, Deuce took out Kendrick with a shoulder block and Kane hit Batista with a clothesline. The ref was left with no choice but to call a double disqualification. Batista vs. Brian Kendrick ended in a draw at 9:36 following a double disqualification [B]Rating: C+ [/B] [I]Ken Kennedy, Christian and Montel Vontavious Porter vs. CM Punk, Perry Saturn and Booker T [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/KenKennedy.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Christian.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/MontelVontaviousPorter.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/CMPunk2.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/PerrySaturn.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/BookerT.jpg[/IMG] In an average match, CM Punk’s performance really stood out as being good. In the end, MITB competitor-Christian rolled up Saturn and used the ropes for leverage to get a cheap win. Winners at 8:55 Ken Kennedy, Christian and MVP [B]Rating: C+ [/B] [I]*Glass smashes* [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/SteveAustin.jpg[/IMG] [B]Cole: [/B]It’s Stone Cold! The man who will referee the Intercontinental Championship match at Wrestlemania 23 is here! Now partner, this is interesting, because I’ve heard that, as Special Guest Referee, Austin can make one match of his choice this week. He’s not been on Raw or ECW at all, so I guess this’ll be it! [B]Austin: [/B]Austin 3:16 says…I’m back in the WWE! At Wrestlemania I will call the match between that ignorant SOB Shane McMahon…and the world-class performer Y2J Chris Jericho. Regardless of my opinions on either of those men, I will call it down the middle, and I don’t give a crap who breaks the rules- when you do, I will kick your ass! Tonight I have the power…the authority…the right…to make a match…for Friday Night Smackdown. So up next…in this ring…live…on broadcast television…Smackdown’s own…William Regal…will take on…the Heartbreak Kid…the Showstopper…the Main Event…Shawn Michaels. And that’s the bottom line, cos Stone Cold said so! [B]Rating: A [/B] [I]William Regal vs. Shawn Michaels [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/WilliamRegal.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ShawnMichaels.jpg[/IMG] This was, honestly, a disappointment. Much better is expected of these two performers, regardless of their opponent, so a perfect match was expected with the two pitted together. Regal didn’t really cheat at all during the match, which ended with a Sweet Chin Music at just less than 12 minutes. Winner at 11:59 Shawn Michaels [B]Rating: C+ [/B] [B]Cole: [/B]It’s time for the main event! WWE Champion John Cena is looking for momentum, as in just 2 days time he’s fighting against World Champion The Undertaker and Royal Rumble Winner Shawn Michaels- who just beat William Regal. If he can get this win, he may have the edge, confidence-wise, in their Hell in a Cell Triple Threat for the Ultimate Wrestling Title. Meanwhile, Kane will want to get himself in the frame of mind to just kick ass, as he hopes to finally get rid of Batista. [B]Rating: B [/B] [I]Non-title: WWE Champion John Cena vs. Kane [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/JohnCena2.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Kane.jpg[/IMG] What a match! Easily a contender for match of the year, the two really went at it for nearly 14 minutes. Kane had control for the first few minutes, knocking Cena down with punches, big boots and body slams. Eventually, a thumb to the eye gave the WWE Champ the opening he needed. Cena dominated for nearly 5 minutes, keeping Kane on the mat with right hands and chokes. For the last part of the match action was evenly spread, until Kane was somehow lifted for the F-U, giving Cena a huge boost going into Wrestlemania. Winner at 13:47 John Cena [B]Rating: A [/B] [B]Cole: [/B]Kane sits up! He just got pinned by John Cena, but I think Kane’s getting the last laugh! [B]JBL: [/B]NO! Kane, let him go! He’s got a major title match in 2 days! Yes! [I]Batista hits the ring and smacks Kane with a chair, forcing him to release Cena’s throat. Kane starts to take control, but Cena attacks him from behind. The two start to double team Kane, but eventually Shawn Michaels jumps the barrier and takes Cena out of the ring with a Superkick. Security manages to hold Cena and HBK apart outside the ring as some wrestlers separate Kane and Batista in the ring. [/I] [B]Cole: [/B]What will happen when Kane and Batista finally collide at Wrestlemania? Who will become the first-ever Ultimate Wrestling Champion? We’ll see you Sunday! [B]Rating: A* [/B] FINAL RATING: B+ (success)

[RKO_HBK]

[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/twr.jpg[/IMG] WCW held their first show last, since being bought out by WWE in 2001. The show was ok. Here are the results from the show, including this writer's opinions on the quality: [U]WCW Decimation[/U] Jillian Hall against Trinity ended in a no-contest (D-) Juventud Guerrera defeated Raven (C-) Jon Heidenreich defeated Justin Credible (C) WCW Heavyweight Title Match: Matthew Armiger defeated The Giant (C+) Overall Rating: C (Formally “Queen”) Sharmell and Ted Dibiase are reportedly now bitter enemies, after a heated argument backstage. WCW have signed: James Gurrie Nicho el Millonario Chris Chavis Mark Jindrak OOC: James Gurrie is a friend of mine who wanted to be in the game. He's got good skills and overness, and is being pushed as a main eventer. He's been added (as has Matthew Armiger) to give WCW some good, solid Main Eventer's to help boost ratings, and make them more of a competition. Anyway, check back later for the card for Wrestlemania 23. I'll leave an hour or so for predictions, then the show should be up at some point tonight!

[RKO_HBK]

[CENTER][IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/WM23.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/WWECruiserweight.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ScottTaylor.jpg[/IMG] (C) vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ChavoGuerreroJr.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/GregoryHelms.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/AJStyles.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/RobVanDam.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Mordecai.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ECWXtreme.jpg[/IMG] [FONT="Century Gothic"]ECW Rules[/FONT] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ElijahBurke.jpg[/IMG] (C) vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Tajiri.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/WWEIntercontinental.jpg[/IMG] SPECIAL GUEST REFEREE MATCH (if Jericho loses, he never gets another shot at any title Shane holds): [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ShaneMcMahon10.jpg[/IMG] (C) vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ChrisJericho.jpg[/IMG] Referee: [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/SteveAustin.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/My%20Cuts/kane2.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/DaveBatista3.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/KenKennedy.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/BookerT.jpg[/IMG] [FONT="Palatino Linotype"][SIZE="5"]Money In The Bank Ladder Match[/SIZE][/FONT] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/CMPunk2.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/RicFlair.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/JohnHennigan.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Christian.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/MontelVontaviousPorter.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Sting.jpg[/IMG] [FONT="Impact"][SIZE="5"][COLOR="Red"]Tag Team [COLOR="DarkRed"]Death Match![/COLOR][/COLOR][/SIZE][/FONT] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Sandman2.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/TommyDreamer.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Sabu.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/BallsMahoney.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/WWETagTeam.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/DeuceShade7.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/DiceDomino6.jpg[/IMG] (C) vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/PaulLondon.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/BrianKendrick.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/AdamCopeland.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w15/TheWho87EWR/Wrestlers/KyKy/T%20Images/The_Rock5.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Umaga.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/SeanMorley.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/WWEUnitedStates.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Finlay2.jpg[/IMG] (C) vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Boogeyman.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/WilliamRegal.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/WorldTagTeam.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/SheltonBenjamin28.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/CharlieHaas30.jpg[/IMG] (C) vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/MattHardy.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/JeffHardy.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/LanceCade.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/TrevorMurdoch.jpg[/IMG] [FONT="Microsoft Sans Serif"][SIZE="5"]Randy Orton Open:[/SIZE][/FONT] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/RandyOrton2.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/BrockLesnar3.jpg[/IMG] WWE ULTIMATE WRESTLING CHAMPIONSHIP: [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/WM23.jpg[/IMG] [/CENTER] OOC: Ok, that won't be the order of the matches. I think you should know who's who, so predictions welcome (if not...well, just ask lol)

[RKO_HBK]

[IMG]http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x77/CBB2000/200px-WrestleMania_23huge.jpg[/IMG] [I]Pre-show Battle Royal Featuring: “Ace” Chris Colton “Emo Kid” Alistair McGeorge “Lethal” Jay Shipman Aaron Aguilera Abyss Alex Martin Bobby Lashley Bryan Danielson Carlito Chris Masters Christopher Daniels Colt Cabana Daivari Doug Williams Dustin Rhodes Funaki Gene Snitsky Kenny Dykstra Perry Saturn Rey Mysterio [/I] Rey Mysterio won a battle royal in 15:56. The final four competitors also included Colt Cabana, Bryan Danielson and Perry Saturn, with Colt Cabana being the final elimination. [B]Rating: B- [/B] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/JimRoss.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://s185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/JerryLawler.jpg[/IMG] [B]JR: [/B]Welcome, ladies and gentlemen all around the world, to the sports entertainment extravaganza that is Wrestlemania! I’m Jim Ross, and of course with me tonight is Jerry “The King” Lawler. King, what a main event! [B]Lawler: [/B]God, I know JR! We will find our first-ever WWE Ultimate Wrestling Champion! I can’t wait, although I’m sad that either The Undertaker or Shawn Michaels will be leaving Raw tonight, once one of these Raw superstars wins the match! [IMG]http://s185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/JohnLayfield.jpg[/IMG] [B]JBL: [/B]Don’t rule Smackdown out Jerry, we’ve got WWE Champion John Cena fighting our battle, and it’s him I’ve got my money on! Either way, this should be a damn good night! [B]Rating: B+ [/B] [IMG]http://s185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/MichaelCole.jpg[/IMG] [B]Cole: [/B]Well John, Wrestlemania 23 is kicking off with a Smackdown title match. These two men- Paul London and Brian Kendrick- are getting one more shot at the titles, hopefully in a fair match! But…what the hell! Deuce ‘n’ Domino, the WWE Tag Team Champions, have blind-sided London and Kendrick, what a cheap shot just moments before they meet in the ring! [B]Rating: C [/B] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/WWETagTeam.jpg[/IMG] [I]WWE Tag Team Title Match: WWE Tag Team Champions Deuce ‘n’ Domino vs. Brian Kendrick and Paul London [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/DeuceShade7.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/DiceDomino6.jpg[/IMG] (C) vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/PaulLondon.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/BrianKendrick.jpg[/IMG] The match started with Kendrick and Deuce in the ring. Deuce quickly applied a headlock, whilst raking his opponent’s eyes. Brian slipped out, and took Deuce to the mat with a hurricarana. In the 2nd minute, Kendrick was being isolated, at the tag champs used cheap tactics to keep the high-flyer grounded and away from his corner. Eventually, 4 minutes in, Kendrick managed to crawl across the ring and tag London in. After a short burst of offence, London was sent crashing to the mat, courtesy of a big boot by Domino. This was following by a cover, cheapened when Domino used the ropes for leverage. Paul couldn’t get a shoulder up, and the tag champs retained once again! Winners at 5:44 and STILL WWE Tag Team Champions [B]Deuce ‘n’ Domino [/B] [B]Rating C- [/B] [I]Deuce ‘n’ Domino are celebrating their cheap victory in front of the Wrestlemania crowd. Kendrick and London slip back into the ring and attack the champs from behind. [/I] [B]Cole: [/B]Wow! They’re really sending a message! Domino’s out cold near the corner, and his partner is lay in the corner, hurt. London’s up on the top rope! Good God! London hits the 450 Splash just as Kendrick hits a Sliced Bread Number 2 on Deuce! [B]Rating: C- [/B] [I]Brock Lesnar is shown backstage, engaged in conversion with Ted Dibiase. Ted seems to be giving Lesnar tips, but it’s not confirmed, because as soon as the two men notice the camera, they hurry off-screen. [B]Rating: D+ [/B] [B]JR: [/B]Wow, I wonder what that was about! I sure as hell hope Brock beats Orton tonight, I really do! Anyway, up next is a Triple Threat Tag Contest for the World Tag Titles! This should be a real slobber-knocker! [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/WorldTagTeam.jpg[/IMG] [I]World Tag Team Title Match: World Tag Team Champions World’s Greatest Tag Team vs. The Hardys vs. Cade and Murdoch [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/SheltonBenjamin28.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/CharlieHaas30.jpg[/IMG] (C) vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/MattHardy.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/JeffHardy.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/LanceCade.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://s185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/TrevorMurdoch.jpg[/IMG] The match started off well, with Charlie Haas putting on a good performance in the opening minutes. Cade looked dominated in the third minute, fighting off both Benjamin and Jeff Hardy. In the biggest moment of the match was when Matt and Jeff hit a Twist of Fate on Haas and Murdoch, respectively, followed by a Swanton Bomb and Top Rope Leg Drop! Somehow, Jeff, as the legal man, didn’t get the win. A few minutes later, Haas and Benjamin hit Matt with the World’s Greatest Double Team, picking up the win and keeping their titles. Winners at 8:14 and STILL World Tag Team Champions [B]The World’s Greatest Tag Team [/B] [B]Rating: C+ [/B] [I]A video plays hyping Finlay vs. William Regal vs. The Boogeyman.[/I] [B]Rating: B- [/B] [B]JBL: [/B]This should be good Michael! There are only two things certain about this match Michael…one, it’s gonna be great! And two…a Brit is gonna win! [IMG]http://s185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/WWEUnitedStates.jpg[/IMG] [I]United States Title Match: United States Champion Finlay vs. William Regal vs. The Boogeyman [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Finlay2.jpg[/IMG] (C) vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/WilliamRegal.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Boogeyman.jpg[/IMG] In what was, as predicted, a good match The Boogeyman (who was sadly off his game tonight) dominated, in the early goings at least. After a couple of minutes, Finlay and Regal began to work together, beating Boogey until he was lying, unconscious, in a pool of his own blood. For the last minute or two, the two Brits slugged it out until Regal Irish Whipped Finlay into the turnbuckle. With the Fighting Irishman in the corner, William Regal quickly ran and covered Boogeyman, picking up the cheap and sudden win. Winner at 6:57 and NEW United States Champion [B]William Regal [/B] [B]Rating: B [/B] [B]Cole: [/B]Up next Smackdown continues Wrestlemania 23 with a Cruiserweight Championship Match! After a series of matches spanning all three brands, we are down to just 3 contenders for Scotty 2 Hotty’s championship. They are former-champion Chavo Guerrero, Gregory Helms and that man making his entrance now, Jack Styles. These are 4 of the best high-flyers around, so just sit back and enjoy poetry in motion. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/WWECruiserweight.jpg[/IMG] [I]Cruiserweight Title Match: Cruiserweight Champion Scotty 2 Hotty vs. Chavo Guerrero vs. Gregory Helms vs. Jack Styles [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ScottTaylor.jpg[/IMG] (C) vs. [IMG]http://s185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ChavoGuerreroJr.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://s185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/GregoryHelms.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/GregoryHelms.jpg[/IMG] This match was sadly much too short, but that was expected, considering how packed the card is. WWE would do well to cut down on the number of storylines in future. Regardless, it was an average match, beginning with Guerrero going at it with Scotty, as Helms and Styles locked it up. Guerrero began to dominate, taking out Helms with a Gory Special. He looked set to hit Scotty 2 Hotty with a Frog Splash, but suddenly Jack Styles charged and leaped onto the top rope, somehow getting in position for the Styles Clash. A minute later, Guerrero was face-down on the mat, the first WWE star to fall victim to a top-rope Styles Clash! Then, the totally unexpected occurred- Jack Styles won the match! Winner at 4:54 and NEW Cruiserweight Champion [B]Jack Styles! [/B] [B]Rating: C [/B] [B]JR: [/B]My God! Former Raw competitor Jack Styles has won the Cruiserweight Championship in his first match as a Smackdown Cruiserweight! What a dream-come-true! Well, let’s go backstage where Todd Grisham is standing by. [B]Grisham: [/B]Thank you JR, and welcome fans all over the world watching Wrestlemania 23! Please give it up for my guest at this time, the man who hopes to take two titles off two men and unite them into one…Shawn Michaels! Shawn, it’s Wrestlemania, but you also have the chance of a life-time. What would mean more to you- putting on a typically brilliant main-event or becoming the first-ever WWE Ultimate Wrestling Champion? [B]HBK: [/B]I’d say tonight they go hand-in-hand. From a business stand-point, John, Undertaker and myself are in the same boat; not one of us wants to make history in a poor match that bores the fans. THAT is why I chose to make the match a Hell in a Cell match, and that’s why I’m going to go out and, like I always do, give it my all, because I am the icon, the legend, the Showstopper, Mr. Main Event, Mr. Wrestlemania…I am the Heartbreaker Kid Shawn Michaels and I promise you all…tonight you will get an Ultimate Wrestling Champion you can be damn proud of! And if you’re not down with that, Wrestlemania 23 has two words for ya… [B]Rating: A [/B] [B]Tazz: [/B]Wow, Wrestlemania is off the hook already, Joey! And guess what…up next, ECW is, for the first time ever, represented at Wrestlemania! [B]Styles: [/B]That’s right Tazz! Sabu and Mahoney are in the ring, as Tommy Dreamer makes his entrance for the first-ever Death Match in WWE history! Dreamer and his partner tonight- the man making his way through the crowd right now like only he does, drinking beer and spilling blood- laid down an open challenge to anybody! Fellow ECW Originals Balls Mahoney and Sabu accepted the challenge, and here we are! [I]Death-Match: Tommy Dreamer and The Sandman vs. Sabu and Balls Mahoney [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/TommyDreamer.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://s185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Sandman2.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Sabu.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/BallsMahoney.jpg[/IMG] This match not only went on much longer than expected, it was also just extreme, balls-out, smash-mouth, in-your-face, blood-filled and just freaking insane! The spot of the match came 5 minutes in, when a barbed wire board was set up across 2 tables. All three objects were doused in lighter-fluid by Tommy Dreamer, as The Sandman lit them on fire! Dreamer lifted Sabu in a flapjack position, falling back into the board, as Sandman stood on the other side, pulling Sabu by his head into the flaming barbed wire-board. Sabu was out for the rest of the match, but Mahoney still put up a strong fight, eventually knocking Dreamer and Sandman out. Sandman was set up in the corner, with a Singapore Cane between his legs, a chair placed over it. Mahoney hit a Ball Breaker on Dreamer, driving him into the chair, thus driving the cane into Sandman’s balls! Mahoney made the cover on Sandman, ending an epic match! Winners at 14:56 [B]Sabu and Balls Mahoney [/B] [B]Rating: C- [/B] [B]Styles: [/B]OH MY GOD! What a Death-Match! That was f****** extreme and I apologise for my language, but OH MY GOD! Even more incredible, Tazz, is that Sandman, Sabu and Tommy Dreamer have somehow got to their feet! I hope this isn’t tarnished… [I]All four men embrace and raise each other’s hands for the fans. [/I] [B]Rating: C- [/B] [I]Randy Orton makes his entrance for his match with Brock Lesnar. Before Brock and his manager Ted Dibiase can come out though, he grabs a mic. [/I] [B]Orton: [/B]Tonight, coming to you from a sold-out Madison Square Garden…is the second Randy Orton Open. My opponent tonight and myself have had a…interesting three weeks. However, I got the last laugh! On ECW this week, I gave Brock AND Dibiase an RKO, leaving them for dead in the middle of the ring. Brock- tonight that is what awaits you. It awaited The Rock, and it damn sure happened. It awaits anyone who is stupid enough to accept the Randy Orton Open, no matter how big you are, how accomplished you are, how quick you are, how talented you are, how athletic you are…it doesn’t matter. Because, I’ll be bigger, I’ll be more accomplished, I’ll be quicker, I’m the most talented, athletic and incredible wrestler in the world. Whoever you are, I’m just plain better. Brock Lesnar…I’m just better than you. [B]Rating: B+ [/B] [I]Randy Orton Open: Randy Orton vs. Brock Lesnar (with Ted Dibiase) [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/RandyOrton2.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://s185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/BrockLesnar3.jpg[/IMG] This was by far the best WWE match this year, if not one of the best of all time! Not nearly long enough, it began with Lesnar grounding Orton repeatedly with amateur-style takedowns and holds. After this went on for about a minute, Randy raked Brock’s eye and went for a quick roll-up, which didn’t even get a 2 count. Orton started to take control, keeping Lesnar on the mat with a chinlock for a minute or so. Eventually, Brock fought back, hitting a belly to belly suplex. The two traded blows until Orton ducked a right-hand before knocked Lesnar back with a European Uppercut, causing Brock to stagger. Randy took his opportunity, hitting an RKO in the 4th minute. He went for the cover, but Lesnar somehow got a massive shoulder up. A couple of minutes later, after offence was evenly spread between the two, Lesnar hit an F-5, but Orton just kicked out a shade before 3. The two continued to battle, until Orton shouted something of offence to Dibiase, who climbed onto the apron. Whilst the ref tried to get him to step down, Orton low blowed Brock, following it up with an RKO and the pin, ending a legendary match. Winner at 9:27 [B]Randy Orton [/B] [B]Rating: A* [/B] [B]Styles: [/B]Up next, in an ECW Rules Match, Elijah Burke defends his title against Tajiri! Now, on ECW a Number 1 Contender Tournament was held to decide Burke’s opponent tonight. ECW Original RVD won the tournament, but after Burke and Mordecai beat RVD and Tajiri last week, they got to choose. Burke wanted to name Van Dam, because in a title match with Tajiri 2 weeks back he had to get himself disqualified to keep his title. Mordecai got in there first, naming Tajiri. So, there’s no running tonight: Burke vs. Tajiri, ECW Xtreme Title…EXTREME RULES! [B]Rating: C [/B] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ECWXtreme.jpg[/IMG] [I]ECW Xtreme Title Match: ECW RULES: ECW Xtreme Champion Elijah Burke vs. Tajiri [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ElijahBurke.jpg[/IMG] (C) vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Tajiri.jpg[/IMG] The match began fairly basically, with Burke and Tajiri trading strikes. After a few minutes, the action spilled to the outside, and the weapons were introduced. The two men began to brawl into the crowd, using anything from signs to beer cups to their advantage. In one great spot, Burke was across 3 rows of seats (going up). Tajiri climbed onto the banister next to him and hit a perfect moonsault that only got a 2-count. The fight was eventually brought back into the ring, and a chair was brought with it. Burke was dropkicked to the ground, and avoided his skull connecting with steel by just getting his hands up in time. However, he still went down, feigning injury. He hid the chair beneath his chest. Crawling to his feet, still concealing the chair from Tajiri’s view (not realising Tajiri saw the stunt), he turned right into a Buzzsaw Kick that knocked steel into skull. A three-count later, Tajiri was the winner of a good match, and the new champion! Winner at 9:48 and NEW ECW Xtreme Champion [B]Tajiri [/B] [B]Rating: B- [/B] [I]A video plays hyping Umaga vs. Val Venis. It shows the ending of each superstars’ matches leading up to last weeks Raw, finishing with Val accepting the open challenge. [/I] [B]Rating: B+ [/B] [B]JR: [/B]Val has shown huge…grapefruits by accepting this challenge. Umaga’s defeated the likes of Shawn Michaels and Chris Jericho. However, many of his victories came AFTER a destructive pre-match attack, usually with a steel chair. Umaga hasn’t attacked Val, so can Venis overcome this challenge? Let’s find out! [I]Umaga vs. Val Venis [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Umaga.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/SeanMorley.jpg[/IMG] Thankfully these two have pretty good chemistry, and it made this match incredible. Umaga dominated the beginnings, using his raw power to thwart every attempt Venis made at attacking the Samoan Bulldozer. In the third minute Umaga charged at Venis in the corner, but Val ducked out of the way, following it up with a shoulder charge, sending Umaga back-first into the turnbuckle. He took the opportunity, unloaded on Umaga with rights and lefts, before hitting a Monkey Flip, following by a running splash. However, just before 3 the Samoan Bulldozer powerfully kicked out, launching Venis half way across the ring. Momentum kept shifting, as the match followed the pattern of Venis getting on the attack, but constantly being over-power by Umaga. In the 8th minute, Val was sat in the corner. Umaga charged, but Val slipped out of the way. As the Samoan Bulldozer bounced off the turnbuckle, Venis hit a dropkick to the knee, following it up with a Spinebuster, leaving Umaga face-up on the mat. Val climbed to the top rope and hit the Money Shot, getting the win! Winner at 8:46 [B]Val Venis [/B] [B]Rating: A [/B] [B]Cole: [/B]What a match! I’m so glad Venis got the win, he really deserves it! Anyway folks, I’m joined now by my usual broadcast partner John “Bradshaw” Layfield, but also Raw’s Jim Ross and Jerry “The King” Lawler. How awesome has tonight been, guys? [B]JR: [/B]You’re damn right! Wrestlemania 23, here at the Garden, has been incredible in every aspect. We’re about to have a real slobberknocker as well! [B]JBL: [/B]That’s right! It’s the Money in the Bank Ladder match! 3 men from Smackdown have qualified, 2 from Raw and one man who isn’t really tied down to any brand…Sting! [B]JR: [/B]The rules are simple- climb the ladder, get the briefcase and you win the match and a shot at any title in the next 12 months! Other than that, there are NO rules! [I]Money in the Bank Ladder Match: Ric Flair vs. CM Punk vs. Christian vs. Johnny Nitro vs. Montel Vontavious Porter vs. Sting [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/RicFlair.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/CMPunk2.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Christian.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/JohnHennigan.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/MontelVontaviousPorter.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Sting.jpg[/IMG] This was a decent match, not as great as the first two MITB matches, purely because not enough of the competitors are great high-flyers. It followed a basic format; the superstars paired off for the first few minutes. Nitro and MVP went at it on the outside; Ric Flair was fighting with Christian in the ring, whilst Sting and CM Punk brawled on the ramp. Eventually, the ladders were introduced. In one awesome spot, Punk and Christian were on top of a ladder each. Punk somehow grabbed Christian’s head and hit the Pepsi Plunge of the ladder! Near the end, fans got to see Flair vs. Sting, as the two legends battled atop a ladder, Sting holding a baseball bat! MVP pulled Flair off his ladder and hit the Playmaker. He climbed on top of the ladder and grabbed the bat from Sting’s hands! He swung, but his opponent ducked, coming back up with an uppercut, staggering Porter and allowing Sting to get the bat back. A huge swing sent MVP to the mat. Moments later, Sting unhooked the briefcase and won the Money in the Bank! Winner at 8:20 and now Mr. Money in the Bank [B]Sting! [/B] [B]Rating: B [/B] [B]Cole: [/B]Wow! What does this mean for WWE and any title picture? Sting gets a shot any time he chooses in the next year! Up next it’s Booker T making his pay-per-view return against Ken Kennedy, but first Kristal is standing by with WWE Champion John Cena. [/B] [B]Kristal: [/B]Please welcome my guest at this time, WWE Champion John Cena! John, in the main event tonight you’re in a Hell In A Cell Match against Shawn Michaels and the World Heavyweight Champion The Undertaker. The winner will unite The Undertaker’s title with yours and thus become the first-ever WWE Ultimate Wrestling Champion. What are your thoughts? [B]Cena: [/B]Yo, the name’s John Cena, ain’t no-one better. You’ll never be seein’ me in the next man’s sweater. HBK, Undertaker…it really don’t matter. If they win Raw wins, or I win for Smackdown…it’s gonna be the latter. It’s true, it’s true- I’ve never been in a Hell in a Cell. But boys, let me introduce you to your own personal hell. I’ve beaten the best- my league- you ain’t even near! You want to know who’ll win. The Ultimate Wrestling Champ is here! Word…Life! [B]Rating: B [/B] [I]Booker T vs. Ken Kennedy [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/BookerT.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/KenKennedy.jpg[/IMG] This was a fairly good match, and one of the few matches tonight that didn’t really need extra time. Kennedy started the match with a headlock takedown, but Booker quickly slipped out. The two brawled for a few minutes until Booker T hit a superkick out of nowhere, following it up with a Houston Hangover, only getting a 2-count. Kennedy fought dirty, using the ring to his advantage. In the 6th minute, he dumped Booker crotch-first onto the ropes, before laying him back. He then climbed onto the top rope and hit an incredibly athletic cross-body, further pushing Booker’s groin into the top rope. In the 9th minute, Kennedy was in control again. He charged at the Five-Time WCW Champion, who ducked and kicked him in the gut. Booker hit the Scissors Kick, followed by a Wrestlemania Spinaroony and the win! Winner at 10:03 [B]Booker T [/B] [B]Rating: B- [/B] [I]A video plays hyping Kane vs. Batista. [/I] [B]Rating: B+ [/B] [B]Cole: [/B]Sadly, I have to announce that the advertised Mordecai-Rob Van Dam match will not be taking place, due to time constraints. Anyway, this next match should be awesome! The last Smackdown-exclusive match of the night, two of the most dominant monsters in history…Kane vs. Batista…next! [I]Batista vs. Kane [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/DaveBatista3.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Kane.jpg[/IMG] Kane and Batista put on a good showing, more of a brawl than a wrestling match though. They began the match with an all-out slug-fest, broken when Batista was sent to the mat with a strong uppercut. Kane took control, knocking Batista to the mat over and over again with boots and clotheslines. In the 4th minute, Batista hit a spear out of nowhere, followed by a Spinebuster. He crawled over and hooked the leg, but Kane powered out at 2. The Big Red Machine locked in a Full Nelson on the Animal. Batista looked like he was out cold, and so the ref lifted his hand, which dropped back down. 1! The ref lifted it again…2! Last chance…thr…no! Batista kept his hand up, and fought his way out of the hold. Two minutes later, Batista hit a Batista Bomb, but Kane kicked out a shade before 3. A Chokeslam later, Batista was down for the count. Winner at 8:49 [B]Kane [/B] [B]Rating: B [/B] [I]JR: [/B]Smackdown have put on some incredible matches tonight King, but up next is a Raw offering that should be a true classic! [B]Lawler: [/B]That’s right JR! The Rated R Superstar Edge is going one-on-one, mano-et-mano, with The Great One, The Rock! [I]The Rock vs. Edge [/I] [IMG]http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w15/TheWho87EWR/Wrestlers/KyKy/T%20Images/The_Rock5.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/AdamCopeland.jpg[/IMG] This match was incredible, albeit short. Despite the packed card, a few matches managed to stand out above the crowd. This was without a doubt one of them. The psychology was excellent, with Edge beginning to work on The Rock’s legs and back early on. Edge kept hitting chop blocks and back-drops, weakening Rocky down. In the 3rd minute he un-did the turnbuckle padding. As the ref tried to re-tie it (to no avail), Edge hit Rock with a low blow. He walked around the ring taunting, only to turn around to the sight of The Great One kipping up. The Rock took back control, hitting three right hands, the third sending the Rated R Superstar over the top rope to the mat outside. Whilst on the outside, The Rock went for a Rock Bottom, but Edge reversed it and sent Rocky crashing into the steel steps before rolling him back into the ring. The subsequent cover only got a 1-count, and the two brawled once again. In the 7th minute, Edge fell to a Rock Bottom. Rather than going for a cover, The Rock threw his elbow pad into the crowd and went for the People’s Elbow. As he bounced off the ropes for the second time, Edge hit a spear seemingly out of nowhere! The ref went to bring his hand down for the 3-count, but Rock somehow got a shoulder up! 9 minutes in, Edge was hit with a People’s DDT, but kicked out at 2. He continued to work the legs and spine, to the point where the Rock just couldn’t stand. Every time he managed to get to his feet and hit a move, it would do him more harm than good. Eventually, Edge hit an Edgecution, and it was enough to keep the Great One down! Winner at 11:40 [B]Edge [/B] [B]Rating: A [/B] [B]Lawler: [/B]Wow! This has been an incredible Wrestlemania, and we’ve got just two matches left! Since Chris Jericho returned in the second Raw of the year, he’s been on a quest to face Shane McMahon one-on-one and take his Intercontinental Title! He claimed that Shane’s reign is an embarrassment to our business. I don’t know about that, but Chris has definitely been cheated out of so many chances, I hope tonight is his night! Remember JR, if Shane wins, Jericho will never get a title shot at any championship, if Shane holds it! And one more thing…Stone Cold is the referee! [B]Rating: B- [/B] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/WWEIntercontinental.jpg[/IMG] [I]Intercontinental Title Match (if Shane wins, Jericho can never fight for a title that Shane holds): Special Guest Referee Match: Intercontinental Champion Shane McMahon vs. Chris Jericho (SPECIAL GUEST REFEREE: Stone Cold Steve Austin [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ShaneMcMahon10.jpg[/IMG] (C) vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ChrisJericho.jpg[/IMG] Special Guest Referee: [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/SteveAustin.jpg[/IMG] Sadly not the huge pay-off either would have wanted; the match was just about average, so slightly disappointing considering the build-up it’s received. It was played out in a decent manner, with McMahon being cowardly towards the beginning, running away from Chris so as to avoid confrontation. Eventually, Austin grew sick of Shane’s games and grabbed him, shoving him into the waiting arms of Chris Jericho. The middle 3 minutes was just Jericho dominating, finally getting his hands on Shane in a fair match. With nowhere to run, McMahon was forced to fight. He tried to end the match quickly, hitting a low blow in full view of Austin. However, Stone Cold saw through the ploy and refused to end the match, instead hitting Shane with a Stunner! Y2J got to his feet and slapped Austin, claiming he didn’t need the help. He was flipped off, then received a Stone Cold Stunner of his own. McMahon crawled over and made the cover, leaving Austin no choice but to make the count. Winner at 9:55 and STILL Intercontinental Champion [B]Shane McMahon [/B] [B]Rating: C+ [/B] [B]A video plays hyping John Cena vs. The Undertaker vs. Shawn Michaels. [/B] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/WM23.jpg[/IMG] [B]Rating: B+ [/B] [B]Cole: [/B]It’s time! 2 World Champions, 1 Royal Rumble Winner…by the end of tonight guys, we’ll no longer have a WWE or a World Heavyweight Champion. [B]JR: [/B]By God you’re right. We’re going to crown the first-ever WWE Ultimate Wrestling Champion! [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/WWEUltimateWrestling.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/WWEChampion.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/WorldHeavyweight.jpg[/IMG] [I]WWE Ultimate Wrestling Championship Match: Hell In A Cell Match: World Heavyweight Champion The Undertaker vs. WWE Champion John Cena vs. Royal Rumble Winner Shawn Michaels [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/TheUndertaker2.jpg[/IMG] (C) vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/JohnCena2.jpg[/IMG] (C) vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ShawnMichaels.jpg[/IMG] This match was, without a doubt, the best on the card! Shawn and Cena went straight for Taker, and within the first 15 seconds Taker had been hit with a Sweet Chin Music and an F-U. With him out of the equation, HBK and Cena went at it for nearly 6 minutes, just brawling and beating the holy hell out of each other. In the 4th minute they were on top of the cell. The two men traded blows in the centre, until Cena ducked a right hand from Michaels. Shawn turned and got lifted up onto the WWE Champion’s shoulders. John walked right to the edge of the cell, but then the lights cut out! When they came back on, Michaels was in the ring and Cena had Undertaker’s hand around his throat, on top of the cell! The World Heavyweight Champion then Chokeslammed John onto the steel roof, but it didn’t break. Undertaker climbed back down and went into the ring, to fight HBK. The two sure-fire Hall of Famers fought in the middle of the squared circle for a few minutes, until the 10-minute mark. At this point, Cena got involved once again, taking out both men with a double clothesline. He locked the STFU on HBK, but The Undertaker sat up, stood up and broke the hold. Cena made the mistake of trying to brawl with Undertaker, but soon learnt his lesson when Taker took him down with a lariat. Undertaker then lifted him up and hit a Tombstone Piledriver at 12 minutes, but HBK broke it by Superkicking the back of Taker’s head. The subsequent pin attempt was unsuccessful, and the match continued. At 15 minutes, all three men were on top of the cell. Out of nowhere, Cena was hit with a Sweet Chin Music that sent him flying off the cell and through the announce table. Undertaker then Chokeslammed Shawn Michaels through the cell to the ring below. With both opponents out cold, The Undertaker climbed down the cage and picked up John Cena. Adding insult- and more injury- to injury, he hit a Tombstone Piledriver and pinned Cena, going 15-0 at Wrestlemania and becoming the first-ever WWE Ultimate Wrestling Champion! Winner at 20:01 and NEW, FIRST EVER WWE Ultimate Wrestling Champion [B]The Undertaker [/B] [B]JR: [/B]UNDERTAKER WINS! UNDERTAKER WINS! No longer a Raw superstar, The Undertaker is now un-exclusive, undisputed…he’s the best, and will take on all-comers from any brand! [B]Cole: [/B]What a great match, incredible effort by all three gentlemen. [B]JBL: [/B]Dammit Cole, forget that! We’ve just witnessed history! Not only have we crowned the first-ever WWE Ultimate Wrestling Champion, but we also just witnessed, for the first time ever, a Wrestlemania main event being a Triple Threat Hell In A Cell Title Match! [B]JR: [/B]Damn right Bradshaw! History has been made tonight! We’re fresh outta time folks, so join us tomorrow night on Monday Night Raw for the beginning of a new era in the WWE and also Sports Entertainment! [B]Rating: A* [/B] FINAL RATING: C- (Undertaker vs. Cena didn’t happen (it was originally pre-booked, but I figured the Triple Threat would over-write it…oh and the crowd was pissed that RVD vs. Mordecai didn’t happen)

[RKO_HBK]

[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/twr.jpg[/IMG] Raw Preview: Watch Monday Night Raw to see the fall-out of last night's incredible Wrestlemania! World Tag Team Title Match: World Tag Team Champions The World's Greatest Tag Team vs. Cryme Tyme Women's Title Match: Women's Champion Maria Kanellis vs. Cheerleader Melissa Carlito vs. Perry Saturn Edge vs. Matt Hardy Chris Jericho vs. Randy Orton Ric Flair vs. Shawn Michaels vs. Kenny Dykstra WWE Ultimate Wrestling Champion The Undertaker and Val Venis vs. Umaga and Johnny Nitro Predictions/comments? Hope everyone enjoyed 'Mania, despite the time muck ups.

[Senka Surakei]

Mania was sweet, I really hated that Deuce'Domino retained though... You did a good job as booking Cena/Michaels as good threats, because at first I didn't know who was going to win, but when I saw him win, I was like OH RIGHT! =)! Marked for Kane's victory! Lesnar vs. Orton would have been a better pre-main event, but you know that. I think overall, it was better then the rating it got, which was a huge bummer by the way. I would have put the RVD vs. Mordecai as a pre-show match, and for the Michaels vs. Cena, just modify next time and change both of the competitors. =) I'll be reading... still.

[RKO_HBK]

[QUOTE=Senka Surakei;294725]Mania was sweet, I really hated that Deuce'Domino retained though... You did a good job as booking Cena/Michaels as good threats, because at first I didn't know who was going to win, but when I saw him win, I was like OH RIGHT! =)! Marked for Kane's victory! Lesnar vs. Orton would have been a better pre-main event, but you know that. I think overall, it was better then the rating it got, which was a huge bummer by the way. I would have put the RVD vs. Mordecai as a pre-show match, and for the Michaels vs. Cena, just modify next time and change both of the competitors. =) I'll be reading... still.[/QUOTE] Glad you enjoyed Mania overall, I was really pleased, personally, with the build-up going into the matches. I hope I managed to get every match meaning something. Deuce 'n' Domino- I just wanted them to keep going with the titles, you'll have to wait to see what I've got planned with the division, and both teams. I really wanted the UWC match to be really open, where anything could happen. That's why Undertaker's streak wasn't mentioned at all in the build-up- I didn't want to make anything obvious. To be honest, it could've gone either way, but when I remembered Taker's streak, he had to win, but it couldn't be obvious. Kane...well, I'm just a huge fan, and after the disgrace that was his loss IRL at Mania 23, I had to give him a big win. Batista has been built up alot, and it made sense to put them both together. Yeah, I'm gutted I missed a potential great semi-main event, but it heated up the midcard so much. Also, having the IC Title match 2nd from top cooled the crowd down and stopped them getting burned out for the main event. Speaking of the IC match, what did you think of the result? I tried having Jericho look like the sure winner, applying WWE's logic of making the eventual winner look weak in the last couple of shows, but then swerving. Did it work, or was Shane always looking like the winner? I didn't think of using the pre-match time, after I'd booked the battle royal, similarly, the thought of edited the participants didn't strike me either. I'm guessing that was the reason for the low rating, because all the segments were decent to great, and no notes were given at the end, aside from the missing matches. Anyway, Raw will be up at some point today

[RKO_HBK]

Pre-show: [I]The Great Khali vs. Bryan Danielson vs. Kevin Steen [/I] Not a great match, notable only for Danielson managing to hit Khali with a Dragon Suplex, getting a massive win. Winner at 6:39 Bryan Danielson [B]Rating: D [/B] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/mondaynightraw.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/JimRoss.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/JerryLawler.jpg[/IMG] [B]JR: [/B]Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to Monday Night Raw! Last night, Wrestlemania 23 was live from Madison Square Garden, and we crowned our first-ever WWE Ultimate Wrestling Champion! Tonight, The Undertaker makes his first appearance as the new champ, teaming up with Val Venis, against the man Venis beat last night, Umaga, and his partner…Johnny Nitro! [B]Lawler: [/B]Wow JR! Wrestlemania was incredible, and tonight we get a rematch! Venis and Umaga, in the same ring once again. On top of that, we get the Ultimate Wrestling Champion The Undertaker, and the high-flying Johnny Nitro! [B]Rating: B [/B] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/WorldTagTeam.jpg[/IMG] [I]World Tag Team Title Match: World Tag Team Champions World’s Greatest Tag Team vs. Cryme Tyme [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/SheltonBenjamin28.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/CharlieHaas30.jpg[/IMG] (C) vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Shad.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/JTG.jpg[/IMG] The match was alright, made watch-able through the performances of Haas and Benjamin. 5 minutes in, the World’s Greatest Tag Team made another successful defence, when JTG tapped out to the Haas of pain. Winners at 4:49 and still World Tag Team Champions the World’s Greatest Tag Team [B]Rating: C- [/B] [B]Shelton: [/B]Next week, I’m facing Matt Hardy. If he wins, they get another shot at our titles. Well, Charlie…I promise you, I won’t let you down. I will defeat Matt Hardy for the sake of our championships…for our pride…for our team…for you, Charlie Haas. I hereby dedicate my DOMINATING victory next week over Matt Hardy…to Charlie Haas, my tag team partner. [B]Rating: C [/B] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/WWEWomens.jpg[/IMG] [I]Women’s Title Match: Women’s Champion Maria Kanellis vs. Cheerleader Melissa [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/MariaKanelis24.jpg[/IMG] (C) vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/cheerleadermelissa.jpg[/IMG] This match was, sadly, typically poor and uninteresting (at least to the casual fan). Melissa put on the type of match that WWE’s target audience don’t enjoy watching, and so they were disinterested in this short match. Maria hit a bulldog just under 5 minutes in and made her first successful title defence. Winner at 4:56 and still Women’s Champion Maria Kanellis [B]Rating: D+ [/B] [I]Carlito vs. Perry Saturn [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Carlito.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/PerrySaturn.jpg[/IMG] The match was average, a decent midcard effort by two solid performers. Carlito took a lot of punishment during the match, until he drew his nails down Saturn’s back, following up with a Back Cracker and the win in the 8th minute. Winner at 8:51 Carlito [B]Rating: C+ [/B] [B]JR: [/B]What a match. And I’m just getting told that next week Carlito is in another huge match. He’ll be taking on…the legendary Nature Boy Ric Flair! I can’t wait! [B]Rating: B- [/B] [I]Edge vs. Matt Hardy [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/AdamCopeland.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/MattHardy.jpg[/IMG] The match was given a fair amount of time, and was of decent quality. Many would have been expecting better, with the history between these two men, but it was an average showing regardless. Matt Hardy got the huge upset win in the 12th minute, pinning the main event star with a Side Effect out of nowhere! Winner at 12:10 Matt Hardy [B]Rating: C+ [/B] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ShaneMcMahon10.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/SamoaJoe.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Umaga.jpg[/IMG] [I]Shane McMahon makes his way to the ring, with Corporation members Samoan Seanoa and Umaga walking on either side. The Intercontinental Champion looks delighted, and grabs a mic, as Seanoa and Umaga stand on either side, looking intimidating. [/I] [B]Shane: [/B]Woo! Last night I made history, and shocked the world. After 3 months, Chris Jericho is off my back forever! Sure, I took a Stunner, but it was worth it! Jericho- take whatever help you’re given, don’t bite the hand that feeds you, or you WILL lose. A consequence of my victory over Y2J last night is that he can never e-e-e-ever fight for a title I hold. Chris, funny thing about that…I’m a McMahon, and what I say goes. So, the stipulation’s changed a bit, pal. You are hereby banned from challenging for any championship that…any member of The Corporation holds! How d’you like that? So, without further ado…let me introduce the NEWEST member of The Corporation…your opponent tonight…the Legend Killer, Randy Orton! [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/RandyOrton2.jpg[/IMG] [I]Orton makes his way down the ramp in a suit, flashing the camera a smile. He poses as he gets half way down the ramp, and a shower of sparks falls onto the stage. Orton climbs into the ring and embraces Seanoa, Umaga and Shane, before grabbing a mic himself. [/I] [B]Orton: [/B]Thank you, thank you. Yes, I am Randy Orton, the future of your entertainment. Last night at Wrestlemania 23 I pinned the Next Big Thing, Brock Lesnar. I got into the mind, under the skin, of his manager Ted Dibiase, the Million Dollar Man! He let his temper get the better of him, and I leaped at the opportunity. I beat Brock Lesnar, whichever way you slice it. I am now a member of the most dominant group in the history of our company. Chris, start stretching…because, after this next match you’re in the ring with the Corporate Legend Killer…Randy Orton. [I]The Corporation make their way to the back, laughing. [/I] [B]Rating: B [/B] [I]Ric Flair vs. Shawn Michaels vs. Kenny Dykstra [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/RicFlair.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ShawnMichaels.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/KennyDystra.jpg[/IMG] The match was excellent, the three men putting on a great show. Dykstra showed he can hang with the big boys, nearly stealing a win in the 10th minute. In the end, he and a tiring Flair fell to a Sweet Chin Music each, followed by a Diving Elbow by HBK onto Flair, earning him the win. Winner at 11:52 Shawn Michaels [B]Rating: B+ [/B] [I]Chris Jericho walks down the ramp for his match up next, against the newest member of the Corporation- Randy Orton. Y2J gets into the ring and grabs a mic. [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ChrisJericho.jpg[/IMG] [B]Jericho: [/B]Last night, I was cheated out of the Intercontinental Championship! Last I heard…the ref should remain IMPARTIAL! Now, I agree with Austin’s decision to not disqualify Shane when he made a blatant attempt to deliberately lose the match, but keep the title. However, Austin had no reason to Stunner McMahon, and I was in my right to be angry! I needed no help, and when I told that to the REFEREE…he attacked me, costing me my last ever shot at any title any member of the Corporation holds! So, tonight I get a match against the newest member of said group, Mr. Randal K. Orton….wait…wait…Randy…R…K….Orto…O! RKO! Wow, that is genius! Sorry, anyway…I’m against Orton next, and it’s just fair game for once. I’m gonna beat you and show that I’ll take out everyone. Very soon, there’ll be no-one left, and I’ll be the only contender left. I’ll have to have a title match. Whether I win or lose tonight, I’m going for every title a Corporation member doesn’t hold. Mr. Orton…prepare to get your ass kicked, ass-clown! [B]Rating: A [/B] [I]Randy Orton makes his way to the ring, with the IC title around his waist, ****ily smirking at Jericho and making motions over the belt to mock that Jericho can’t challenge for the title, because Shane holds it. He shouts “Even if this was mine, you couldn’t challenge Chris! How does it feel? HOW DOES IT FEEL?! [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ChrisJericho.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/RandyOrton2.jpg[/IMG] The two put on an incredible match. Jericho went straight on the offence, and it was nothing pretty. Clearly angered by the way it’s all gone down, he just went all-out, laying into Randy with rights and lefts. The first 4 minutes consisted of Jericho choking and punching Orton in the corner, breaking just before the 5 count each time. Eventually, Orton took control with a…headlock! What a surprise…anyway, he took control and began to work on the back of Jericho, aiming several knees to his spine. After another 10 minutes of great, back-and-forth action, the Legend Killer rolled up the living legend and held on to the tights, getting the cheap win. Jericho kicked out a shade after three, and Orton used the momentum to propel himself out of the ring and ran up the ramp. Just before we cut to a break, the camera shows Jericho looking irate at the sudden loss. Winner at 17:04 Randy Orton [B]Rating: A [/B] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/TheUndertaker.jpg[/IMG] [I]When we return, The Undertaker is walking backstage, towards the gorilla position. He walks through a dark corridor and pauses, looking over his shoulder into the shadows. He turns away and continues walking. As he gets out of view, a shadowy figure emerges, and runs off. [/I] [B]Rating: B+ [/B] [I]WWE Ultimate Wrestling Champion The Undertaker and Val Venis vs. Umaga and Johnny Nitro [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/TheUndertaker.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/SeanMorley.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Umaga.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/JohnHennigan.jpg[/IMG] Both teams put in a solid performance, although Umaga seemed to be off his game a little. Nevertheless, it didn’t detract from the quality of the match, which saw Undertaker and Venis come out of it looking really good. Offence was largely split, with Nitro causing a lot of damage to Val and Undertaker. In the 12th minute, Umaga began assaulting illegal man Venis. With the ref trying to pull him off, Undertaker was hit with his own title by Nitro. Johnny rolled out of the ring, and Umaga ran over, hoisted Undertaker up for the Samoan Spike, and then made the cover. Winners at 12:12 Umaga and Johnny Nitro [B]Rating: B+ [/B] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Maskkyky.jpg[/IMG] [I]The Undertaker gets to his feet, but out of nowhere, a masked man leaps the barrier and attacks the champ with a steel chair. He knocks him down with a European Uppercut, following it up with knee drop. He puts Taker in the figure four leg lock, before releasing it and picking the champ up. The mysterious masked man looks set to hit the Overdrive, but Val Venis heads back to the ring and sends the mysterious attacker running with the help of a steel chair. The camera fades away with the image of Val Venis helping The Undertaker backstage. [B]Rating: B+ [/B] FINAL: B+, success!

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[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/twr.jpg[/IMG] WCW Demonology: Antonio Thomas def. Buff Bagwell D- Jillian Hall vs. Jazz- no contest D Raven def. Danny Doring D+ James Gurrie def. Chris Chavis C+ Mark Jindrack def. Joey Matthews for the WCW United States Heavyweight Title D+ Rhino and Credible def. Doug Basham and Honky Tonk Man for the WCW Tag Team Titles C Jon Heidenreich def. Juventud Guerrera C Matthew Armiger def. The Giant to retain the WCW Heavyweight Title C+ FINAL RATING: C Here’s the latest contract news from WWE: Johnny Nitro has signed a contract extension. John Cena and Paul London have been sent an extension offer. WWE need these three men desperately- they could carry the company in 5 years time. Kristal has been sent an offer as well. The following talent have been offered development contracts: Adam Pearce Arik Cannon Dan Maff Dan Severn Homicide Drake O’Reilly Jerrelle Clark Mark Briscoe Retail Dragon Ruckus Sheamus O’Shaunessy Slyk Wagner Brown Spud Ted Dibiase Jr Sean O’Haire, D’Lo Brown and Robbie Brookside have all been offered contracts, although it is currently unclear what type of contract they will be signing (if at all). Keenan Quinn (development talent) has been offered an extension. [U][B]ECW PREVIEW[/B][/U] Abyss vs. Sonjay Bhalla Balls Mahoney and Tommy Dreamer vs. The Miz and Viscera The Boogeyman vs. Mike Knox WWE Ultimate Wrestling Championship Match: The Undertaker vs. ??? ECW Xtreme Title Match: ECW Xtreme Champion Tajiri vs. An opponent of his choosing

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[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ecwlogo.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/JoeyStyles.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Tazz.jpg[/IMG] [B]Styles: [/B]Welcome to E-C-F******-W, I’m Joey Styles with Tazz and my God, what a night we had on Sunday! [B]Tazz: [/B]You know it, Joey! This man walking down to our ring won that very belt 2 nights ago. Here he is, our NEW ECW Xtreme Champion Tajiri! [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Tajiri3.jpg[/IMG] [B]Tajiri: [/B]I am…ECW…Xtreme Champion! As champion, I get to choose my opponent- non-title- tonight! So, the man who chose me as opponent of Elijah Burke…Mordecai! I will…beat you! [B]Rating: C [/B] [I]Abyss vs. Sonjay Bhalla [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Abyss.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/SonjayDutt.jpg[/IMG] The match was quick, and somehow made worse because they didn’t click. It ended 32 seconds in, when Abyss hit Bhalla with a Chokeslam. Winner at 0:32 Abyss [B]Rating: D- [/B] [I]Paul Heyman makes his way to the ring, and the crowd go crazy! [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/PaulHeyman.jpg[/IMG] [B]Heyman: [/B]Tonight…in fact, up next, we have a trainee of Shawn Michaels in a match. Bryan Danielson will be taking on El Generico. Yeah, you might well laugh and boo, putting poor El Generico against Danielson. Well, as you know, I’m a fair guy. So, El Generico is getting a partner for this match. He’s new and making his debut…Drake Younger! [B]Rating: E [/B] [I]The three men make their way to the ring. [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/BryanDanielson.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ElGenerico.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/drakeyounger.jpg[/IMG] The match didn’t interest the fans in attendance, more aimed at indy fans rather than fans of sports-entertainment. Drake was off his game, probably because of nerves. Five minutes in, Danielson got his second win in as many days, pinning El Generico with a Dragon Suplex. Winner at 5:05 Bryan Danielson [B]Rating: D- [/B] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Abyss.jpg[/IMG] [I]Santino Marella and “Emo Kid” Alistair McGeorge are discussing something backstage. Suddenly, Abyss charges into view with a steel chain in hand. He knocks both men down, and chokes them out with the chain. [/I] [B]Rating: E+ [/B] [I]Balls Mahoney and Tommy Dreamer vs. Viscera and The Miz [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/BallsMahoney.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/TommyDreamer.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Viscera.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/MikeMizanin.jpg[/IMG] The match was terrible, really. People are getting bored with Miz’s character, and he and Viscera had absolutely no chemistry as partners. In less than 5 minutes, Viscera was hit with a Nutcracker Suite, which left him down for the 3. Winners at 4:32 Balls Mahoney and Tommy Dreamer [B]Rating: D+ [/B] [I]A video is shown hyping The Undertaker. At the end the following words are displayed: Tonight…First Defence…The Undertaker….Marcus Cor Von…ECW! [/I] [B]Rating: B+ [/B] [I]The Boogeyman makes his debut in ECW, against Mike Knox [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Boogeyman.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/MikeKnox.jpg[/IMG] These two put on a surprisingly average match. Boogey has put on passable-to-decent matches the last three months, which is incredible considering is complete lack of talent. In the 6th minute, Boogey hit a Goodnight on Knox, picking up an impressive win. Winner at 6:31 The Boogeyman [B]Rating: C [/B] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/WWEUltimateWrestling.jpg[/IMG] [I]WWE Ultimate Wrestling Title Match: WWE UWC The Undertaker vs. Marcus Cor Von [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/TheUndertaker.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/MontyBrown.jpg[/IMG] This was a decent match, albeit confusing in terms of why it was made. It will definitely be a boost for the brand if The Undertaker will be appearing, and having 2 main event titles on the brand. Undertaker looked good out there, and Cor Von will have learnt a lot through this match. Undertaker battle Cor Von for nearly 8 minutes, until the inevitable Tombstone Piledriver was hit, leading to the win. Winner at 7:49 and still WWE Ultimate Wrestling Champion The Undertaker [B]Rating: B- [/B] [I]Non-title: ECW Xtreme Champion Tajiri vs. Mordecai [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Tajiri3.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Mordecai.jpg[/IMG] The match was actually quite good, because the pair have great chemistry, which is excellent news for the ECW brand. The two didn’t fight long, until Vince McMahon wandered onto the stage. The ref ran down to ask him to leave. Whilst this was happening, Mordecai laid out Tajiri with the title belt, and McMahon ordered the ref- who was ignorant to the cheap shot- to run back and make the count. A 3 count later, Mordecai had a non-title win over the champ. Winner at 4:36 Mordecai [B]Rating: B- [/B] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/VinceMcMahon.jpg[/IMG] [I]McMahon walks down to the ring, as Mordecai leaves. Tajiri gets to his feet, looking irate at the loss. [/I] [B]Vince: [/B]Sorry champ, but I don’t like you. Don’t know why, don’t care. I just don’t. So, I know the fans like you and The Boogeyman. My mindset is…if the fans like people, they pay to see them. Reasonable logic, right? Well, next week you’re defending your title against The Boogeyman in our main event! If you lose…you don’t EVER get a shot at any title on any of our brands. No matter who holds it. [B]Rating: C [/B] FINAL: B-

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Eric Bischoff was late and fined, in line with company policy. In a shock move that could seriously damage WWE if it all pulls through, WCW have increased the tension between the two battling companies, as Ted Turner sent contract offers to John Cena and Paul London. [SIZE="5"]Friday Night Smackdown! Preview[/SIZE] WWE Tag Team Title Match: WWE Tag Team Champions Deuce 'n' Domino vs. Paul London and Brian Kendrick CM Punk vs. Christian John Cena and Batista vs. Bobby Lashley and Booker T WWE Cruiserweight Title Match: WWE Cruiserweight Champion Jack Styles vs. "Lethal" Jay Shipman vs. Scotty 2 Hotty Kane vs. Ken Kennedy WWE Ultimate Wrestling Championship Match: WWE Ultimate Wrestling Champion The Undertaker vs. ???

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[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/fridaynightsmackdown.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://s185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/WM23.jpg[/IMG] [I]A video recap of Wrestlemania 23 is shown. It shows clips of Ken Kennedy vs. Booker T, William Regal vs. Finlay, Deuce ‘n’ Domino vs. London and Kendrick, Kane vs. Batista, Steve Austin’s involvement in the Intercontinental Title match and finally The Undertaker winning the WWE Ultimate Wrestling Championship in the match with Shawn Michaels and John Cena. [/I] [B]Rating: B+ [/B] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/MichaelCole.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/JohnLayfield.jpg[/IMG] [B]Cole: [/B]Ok, this is a shock! Brian Kendrick was slated to be facing Deuce ‘n’ Domino in a rematch from Wrestlemania 23, with his partner Paul London. But now, opening the show, he’s in a non-title contest with the new United States Champion William Regal! What does this mean John? [B]JBL: [/B]Are you stupid? It means either we see this guy twice tonight, which harms his chances in the title match, or Paul had better find a new partner quick! [B]Cole: [/B]Here comes the champ, John, and I’m getting news from the back that Kendrick has chosen to compete in this match INSTEAD of his tag match tonight. Thus, Paul London must find a replacement- just for tonight. Kendrick’s taking a huge gamble, but if he wins this, it’ll increase his stake to the US Title! [I]Non-title: United States Champion William Regal vs. Brian Kendrick [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/WilliamRegal-1.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/BrianKendrick.jpg[/IMG] The match was average, going on nearly 7 minutes. The two put on a fairly technical match-up, and the crowd were solidly behind Kendrick. The ending came when he hit a Sliced Bread No. 2 out of nowhere, pinning the United States Champion! Winner at 6:55 Brian Kendrick [B]Rating: C [/B] [B]Cole: [/B]Well, what will Paul London have to say about that? His partner Brian Kendrick chose to face- and beat- the United States Champion in a non-title match, rather than team up for another shot at the tag team titles. Anyway, here comes our General Manager; I wonder what he’s got to say! [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/TheodoreLong.jpg[/IMG] [B]Long: [/B]Ok playas! Tonight, Smackdown has an incredible main event! The NEW, first-ever WWE Ultimate Wrestling Champion will be defending his championship! His opponent…the former United States Champion…the man who just loves to fight…Finlay! [B]Rating: B [/B] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/WWETagTeam.jpg[/IMG] [I]Deuce ‘n’ Domino make their entrance for this title match. Paul London comes to the ring with his replacement partner…Shannon Moore! [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/DeuceShade7.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/DiceDomino6.jpg[/IMG] (C) vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/PaulLondon.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ShannonMoore.jpg[/IMG] The match was uninteresting, the fans probably wanting to see Brian Kendrick in the match rather than Moore. In the end, Shannon Moore got hit with a Crack in the Mouth nearly 5 minutes in. Deuce picked up the win over London and his one-night-only partner, keeping his and Domino’s titles. Winners at 4:50 and still WWE Tag Team Champions Deuce ‘n’ Domino [B]Rating: D [/B] [I]CM Punk makes his way to the ring. Before his opponent Christian can come out, he grabs a mic. [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/CMPunk2.jpg[/IMG] [B]CM Punk: [/B]You know it, I know it. I can beat Christian! Sure, he beat me last week in a tag match, but everyone knows that in a fair, one-on-one contest…I’m the best. I’m focused and ready, because I’m never drunk, never high and never distracted with worries about STIs! Basically, I’m just better than you Christian, and I’m going to beat you now, at last, for all these fans who’re sick of hearing your voice! [B]Rating: B+ [/B] [I]Christian makes his entrance, but walks around the ring to grab a mic. Before he gets into the ring, he has something to say. [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Christian.jpg[/IMG] [B]Christian: [/B]Wow, that was powerful stuff! Of course, it was all lies, lies, lies. You’re greatly mistaken, you little…punk! Oh yeah, I went there! I used your name to mock and degrade you, biatch! Up next, I will give a lesson in excellence! I’ll beat you, just like I could beat anybody, any champion, in this…the entire world! [B]Rating B+ [/B] [I]Christian gets in the ring, and the match can finally get underway. [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/CMPunk2.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Christian.jpg[/IMG] It was quite good, with back-and-forth action aplenty. In the 7th minute, CM Punk hit the Go 2 Sleep, but Christian somehow got a shoulder up! 3 minutes later, he hit the Unprettier, but Punk kicked out! Angered, Christian made the cover again, but held onto the tights this time, picking up the win. Winner at 11:39 Christian [B]Rating: B [/B] [I]Christian is celebrating his win. Suddenly, US Champ William Regal, Finlay and Montel Vontavious Porter run to the ring and beat him down. He suffers a Playmaker and the Celtic Knot. Then, Punk is targeted. He’s put in the Regal Stretch on the mat, then MVP hits the Ballin’ Elbow whilst he’s still in the hold. William Regal grabs a mic. [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/My%20Cuts/WilliamRegal.jpg[/IMG] [B]Regal: [/B]Thank you fellas. Christian said he could beat any challenger…not me, old pal. No, sunshine you’re not my challenger at all. You and CM Punk have been taken out. To reward these two gentlemen for helping me, they’re getting something special. No not that, you filthy mare! At Backslash, I will give Montel Vontavious Porter a shot at this here championship! And Finlay, as the man I beat at Wrestlemania, you must understand I can’t give you a title match straight away. So at Backlash, unless you become WWE Ultimate Wrestling Champion tonight, you will face anyone man enough to accept the challenge. The winner will be the number one contender for the United States Title, at Judgement Day! [B]Rating: B [/B] [I]John Cena and Batista vs. Bobby Lashley and Booker T [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/My%20Cuts/WilliamRegal.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/DaveBatista3.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/BobbyLashley.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/BookerT.jpg[/IMG] The match was average, but John Cena looked good. It was an open contest, ending in a controversial way. Booker T was building momentum for his team, knocking Cena out with a Book End. He targeted legal man, Batista, kicking him in the midsection. As he bounced off the ropes, he was hit with a huge spear from Bobby Lashley out of nowhere! Lashley smirked and left the ring. Batista took advantage, hitting a Batista Bomb for the win. Lashley was laughing at all the fans as he walked up the ramp. Winners at 11:18 Batista and John Cena [B]Rating: C+ [/B] [I]We cut backstage, to the locker room. Scotty 2 Hotty is getting ready for the Cruiserweight Title match, next. WWE Cruiserweight Champion Jack Styles walks in. [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ScottTaylor.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/AJStyles-1.jpg[/IMG] [B]Styles: [/B]Look, I want you to know…I respect you. You put up one hell of a fight at Wrestlemania, and it was an honour to fight you, and it’ll be an honour to do it again tonight, with “Lethal” Jay Shipman in there as well. I believe that, out of any cruiserweight in this company, you’re the one that could take this title from me. So, bring your A-game, and hope to get lucky. [I]Scotty smiles, and the two shake hands, before getting up and walking out. [/I] [B]Rating: D+ [/B] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/WWECruiserweight.jpg[/IMG] [I]WWE Cruiserweight Title Match: WWE Cruiserweight Champion Jack Styles vs. Scotty 2 Hotty vs. “Lethal” Jay Shipman [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/AJStyles-1.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ScottTaylor.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/JayLethal.jpg[/IMG] A short, average match, it was well-received. Scotty hit the Worm on Styles in the 2nd minute, but “Lethal” came in and hit the Lethal Injection. However, by this point Styles was up. He spun Shipman round and hit the Styles Clash, getting the win. Winner at 3:40 and still WWE Cruiserweight Champion Jack Styles [B]Rating: C- [/B] [I]A video plays hyping The Undertaker vs. Finlay. It shows their matches at Wrestlemania, and the announcement of the match earlier tonight. [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/TheUndertaker.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Finlay2.jpg[/IMG] [B]Rating: B [/B] [I]Kane vs. Ken Kennedy [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/My%20Cuts/kane2.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/KenKennedy.jpg[/IMG] A surprisingly long match, it was good for match it was- a pre-main event to cool the crowd down, but not to bore them. Kane hit the Tombstone in the 14th minute for the win! Winner at 14:49 Kane [B]Rating: B [/B] [I]A replay is shown of Finlay, MVP and Regal’s attack on Christian and CM Punk. The announcement Regal made is also shown. [/I] [B]Rating: B [/B] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/WWEUltimateWrestling.jpg[/IMG] [I]WWE Ultimate Wrestling Championship Match: WWE UWC The Undertaker vs. Finlay [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/TheUndertaker.jpg[/IMG] (C) vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Finlay2.jpg[/IMG] The match was incredible, and to add to it the two men have pretty good chemistry. Finlay looked like a huge threat throughout, getting in a lot of offence. The end was full of near-falls, but the 2nd Tombstone of the night finished Finlay off, and Undertaker retained his title. Winner at 16:51 and still WWE Ultimate Wrestling Champion The Undertaker [B]Rating: A [/B] FINAL: B+, success

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[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/twr.jpg[/IMG] The Sandman was late to the Smackdown taping, and so he's been fined. All of WWE's targets have been signed, aside from Sean O’Haire, who hasn’t got back to Alistair McGeorge as of yet. Also, Kevin “Mordecai” Fertig has reached the final month of his contract. Alistair and many at the top of the company are keen to keep him in, and negotiations have begun. WWE have announced the following matches for tonight’s Raw event: [U]Carlito vs. Ric Flair[/U]- this match was announced last week on Raw. Can Carlito get his 6th win of the year, or will Ric Flair take him to school? [U]Chris Jericho vs. Johnny Nitro[/U]- On the heels of a huge win along with partner Umaga against The Undertaker and Val Venis, Nitro must face an irate Chris Jericho. Jericho found out last week that he cannot fight for any title that any member of the Corporation holds. Add that anger he’s feeling from that to the tainted way in which he lost to the newest Corporation member Randy Orton last week, Nitro has one angry man to fight. [U]Val Venis, The Rock and Shawn Michaels vs. Randy Orton, Umaga and a mystery partner[/U]- Who will Umaga and Orton be teaming up with? Will he help them to victory? Tune in to find out! [U]Non-title: WWE Ultimate Wrestling Champion The Undertaker vs. Edge[/U]- The Undertaker was cheated out of a tag team match last week, but has had a run of 2 successful title defences since. The end of last week’s show saw The Undertaker attacked by a mysterious man in a mask and street clothes. Will he strike again, or will Undertaker get some momentum in this non-title contest? OOC: Raw will probably be posted within the next hour, because I want to get up-to-date with where I am in-game. After this Raw, there's 2 more shows, them I'm at the same point with both the diary and the save.

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Ok, my laptop screen has broken (the connection we think), so I'm going to have to get it fixed. Basically, the screen goes weird, so I can't see anything. I can't unlicence the game, so I can't put it on this pc. I'm without the game/dynasty for a while, until it's fixed. This is going to, obviously, have to be post-poned until it's all sorted, but as soon as the laptop's back and fixed, this'll be up and running again. Sorry to the few of you who are still reading :p EDIT: This came at the worst possible time by the way- in-game, we just went global! Hopefully all the files should be in-tact, because it seems that it's just a connection problem. So now you've got aaaaages to get those predictions in!

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Pre-show: [I]Nick Armaho, Jim Duggan and “Emo Kid” Alistair McGeorge vs. D’Lo Brown, Doug Williams and Bryan Danielson [/I] This was a decent dark match, made just about watch-able for the live audience because of Nick Armaho’s (formally Eugene) performance. Just before the 5 minutes mark, Bryan Danielson hit the Dragon Suplex on McGeorge, getting the win. Winners at 4:48 D’Lo Brown, Doug Williams and Bryan Danielson [B]Rating: D [/B] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/mondaynightraw.jpg[/IMG] [B]JR: [/B]Hello and welcome to…oh my God! I’m getting new of a pursuit backstage! Let’s get back there! [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/TheUndertaker.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Maskkyky.jpg[/IMG] [I]The camera cuts back and shows WWE Ultimate Wrestling Champion The Undertaker chasing someone. The man’s face cannot be seen- he’s wearing blue jeans, a black t-shirt and leather jacket, and a black mask is covering his face. [/I] [B]JR: [/B]That’s the man from last week’s show! He attacked The Undertaker in the ending of last week’s broadcast, and we’re presuming it’s the same guy who was stalking Undertaker earlier in the show! [B]Lawler: [/B]Whoa, Undertaker nearly caught up with him, but this masked man has got straight into a car and sped off into the night! [B]Rating: A [/B] [B]JR: [/B]After 2 successful title defences last week- against Marcus Cor Von and Finlay on ECW and Smackdown respectively- The Undertaker is fighting in non-title action tonight, against the Rated R Superstar Edge! [B]Lawler: [/B]They’ve met in the ring 4 times so far this year, in various combinations, and based on that- I’d give the edge to, no pun intended, Edge! [B]JR: [/B]I’m inclined to disagree, King! Their first match this year ended with The Undertaker defeating the team of Edge and Randy Orton! He beat Edge AND another man! [B]Lawler: [/B]That’s true JR, but Rated RKO won the following week. Then, a week later, Edge won a special Chris Benoit Memorial 6-Way match at the Chris Benoit Tribute Show. That match involved The Undertaker! [B]JR: [/B]A week before Wrestlemania 23, Undertaker defeated Edge, and that brings us up-to-date. It’s 2-2, so this is the “rubber match” so to speak. Who’s gonna win? [B]Rating: B+ [/B] [I]Matt Hardy vs. Shelton Benjamin [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/MattHardy.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/SheltonBenjamin28.jpg[/IMG] Last week, Shelton Benjamin dedicated a win in this match to tag-team partner Charlie Haas. The contest was average, and in the 5th minute, Hardy accidentally knocked the ref down with a clothesline. Benjamin took advantage; he Irish Whipped Matt into the corner and grabbed a chair from ringside. He charged and leaped, hitting the Stinger Splash, driving the chair into Hardy’s face. Benjamin threw the chair out of the ring, hit the Dragon Whip and roused the ref, who counted to 3. Winner at 6:32 Shelton Benjamin [B]Rating: C [/B] [I]Cade and Murdoch vs. Cryme Tyme [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/LanceCade.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/TrevorMurdoch.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/JTG.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Shad.jpg[/IMG] Lance Cade put in a very good performance in this short tag-team contest, which ended nearly 4 minutes in, when JTG was taken down with a Sweet and Sour. Winners at 3:57 Cade and Murdoch [B]Rating: C- [/B] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ToddGrisham.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ShawnMichaels.jpg[/IMG] [I]We cut backstage, where Todd Grisham is standing by with Shawn Michaels. Before the interview can start, Randy Orton, Umaga and Brock Lesnar attack him. Orton lays into him with several European Uppercuts, followed by an RKO! Umaga pushes him into a corner and charges, driving his large behind into the head of HBK. Lesnar lifts him up onto his shoulders and delivers a vicious F-5 onto the concrete floor. The three men continue to deliver kicks and punches, leaving Michaels hurt, groaning on the floor. [B]Rating: A [/B] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/RandyOrton2.jpg[/IMG] [B]Orton: [/B]Tonight, me and Umaga are teaming up with a mystery partner, to take on the team of Val Venis, The Rock and…well, possibly that man Shawn Michaels. Anyway, we have our partner. You can probably guess who he is, but let me tell you just a little about him anyway. Firstly, I need to make this clear- he and his manager are NOT members of the Corporation; they are purely on our team tonight. This man is a total loose cannon. I know this first hand, because it took me nearly 10 of the best wrestling action EVER to beat him. We went back-and-forth and had the greatest contest this world has ever seen. We’ve since made our peace- he was using my Randy Orton Open to get back into this company, and now he’s here he’ll be doing what he does best. That, my fans, is what I and Umaga both do best…we kick ass. Our partner…Brock Lesnar! Now, tune into ECW tomorrow night, because this man Brock is a free-agent, appearing on ANY brand. He’s officially replacing The Boogeyman in the match against Xtreme Champion Tajiri. Mordecai…you can face Boogey. Let me introduce the winners of the 6-man tag match later on tonight…Orton, Umaga Lesnar. We ARE the business. [B]Rating: A [/B] [I]Carlito vs. Ric Flair [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Carlito.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/RicFlair.jpg[/IMG] This was a short albeit decent match that really could have gone either way. Carlito took control for the first couple of minutes, until Flair built momentum and fought back. In the 5th minute, Flair was in complete control. Carlito, sensing a fair loss, turned and slapped the referee before slipping out of the ring and into the crowd. The ref rang the bell, because of the deliberate DQ. Winner at 6:01 Ric Flair [B]Rating: B- [/B] [I]Jeff Hardy comes out with a mic for his match with Samoan Seanoa. Before the Corporation member can come out, Jeff has something to say. [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/JeffHardy.jpg[/IMG] [B]Jeff: [/B]I think, after my brother as cheated out of his match earlier, it’s only fair that I get a…honest, athletic contest against the OTHER half of the tag team champions! Charlie Haas, you’re a true athlete, a great legitimate amateur wrestler. But, I want to know bro…can you go in a Scramble Cage match? It’s a revolutionary match-up, all the rave on the indy circuit. Here’s how it works. We’re in a steel cage, and at the top of each corner, a wooden ledge is positioned to allow more room for high-flying, death-defying moves. So, there’s no running. In 2 opposite corners, a pole will be placed. On top of each pole will be a flag representing our teams. To win, you must scale your opponent’s corner, get onto the ledge and grab the flag. Then, you’ve got to get to YOUR corner of the cage and escape. What do you say? [I]Charlie Haas, one half of the World Tag Team Champions, comes out and stands on the stage with a mic. [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/CharlieHaas30.jpg[/IMG] [B]Haas: [/B]You actually want to fight me in this? You’re more stupid than I thought. Charlie Haas vs. Jeff Hardy, Scramble Cage…get it booked for next week on Raw! [B]Rating: C [/B] [B]Hardy’s opponent Samoan Seanoa makes his entrance, accompanied by Vince McMahon, who makes his was to the announce desk. [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/JeffHardy.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/SamoaJoe.jpg[/IMG] The match was quite good, only lasted a shade under 6 minutes. In the end, Seanoa was floored with a Whisper in the Wind, and then pinned following a Swanton Bomb. Winner at 5:58 Jeff Hardy [B]Rating: B- [/B] [I]Johnny Nitro makes his entrance for the match. Jericho comes out, but before the bell is rung, Nitro slips out of the ring and grabs a mic. [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/JohnHennigan.jpg[/IMG] [B]Nitro: [/B]As everyone knows, I deserve a shot at the WWE Ultimate Wrestling Title. And when I get my shot, and win, you won’t get a shot Chris. I’m a member of The Corporation, so if I hold a championship…you can’t fight for it! Tonight…I know you have a lot of aggression all built up inside of you, Jericho. So, I’m going to use my influence with Mr. McMahon. He’s going to be at ringside again for commentary, so I can make my request quickly. [I]He walks over and has an unheard conversation with Vince. [/I] [B]Nitro: [/B]Ok, you get a chance to walk down the red carpet with the A-List Celebrity, Johnny Nitro! The word…red…is very fitting actually, Chris. Our match, thanks to Vince McMahon, is…a Street Fight! [B]Rating: B- [/B] [I]Street Fight: Chris Jericho vs. Johnny Nitro [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ChrisJericho.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/JohnHennigan.jpg[/IMG] Jericho really unleashed all his anger on Nitro from the get-go, hitting a plancha as soon as the announcement was made. Within 2 minutes, Nitro was already on the announce table, soon being put through it with a Powerbomb. Melina did some good work at ringside, screaming as her man took punishment. At 4 minutes, Chris was still laying into Johnny with various weapons, busting him wide open. He rolled him into the ring, but couldn’t get the cover because IC Champ Shane McMahon hit the ring and attacked Jericho. However, a swing of a Kendo Stick sent the Corporate Champ fleeing up the ramp to safety. Nitro took advantage of the distraction and gained control of the fight, at one point hitting a corkscrew plancha onto Jericho, who was leant against the security barrier. In the end, Nitro was charging at Y2J across the ring with a steel chair, but Jericho hit an Enziguri out of nowhere, driving the chair into Nitro’s skull. A 3-count later and Chris has his first win in a month! Winner at 9:42 Chris Jericho [B]Rating: B [/B] [I]GM Eric Bischoff comes to the ring. [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/EricBischoff.jpg[/IMG] [B]Bischoff: [/B]It has come to my attention that Stone Cold Steve Austin is in the arena tonight! *What!* So, seeing as *what!* he’s in my house *what!* I think *what!* He should play by *what!* my rules. *What!* Shut the hell up, or I’ll have security eject you all! He’s going to be in this ring, up next. Let me introduce it all, I’d be most privileged. This next match is an inter-gender Tag Team Contest, and it is scheduled for one-fall. The rules state that women can be in the ring with men in this match- Austin, you should like that, you misogynistic son-of-a-bitch! Anyway, introducing first…the team of Cheerleader Melissa and…Kenny Dykstra! Now, their opponents; first, accompanied by Mick Foley, she is a former Women’s Champion…Mickie James. And her partner…from Victoria, Texas- WHAT-making his first in-ring- WHAT- appearance in years…the Texas Rattlesnake…Stone Cold Steve Austin! WHAT-WHAT-WHAT-WHAT-WHAT-WHAT! Austin…if you lose this match…your contract is mine, bitch! [B]Rating: C- [/B] [I]Kenny Dykstra and Cheerleader Melissa vs. “Stone Cold” Steve Austin and Mickie James [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/KennyDystra.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/CheerleaderMelissa2.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/SteveAustin.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/MickieJames.jpg[/IMG] (w/ [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/MickFoley.jpg[/IMG]) Austin came out of his first match in years looking quite good, although his in-ring action was limited, due to his injuries. He was only tagged in, in the last minute. He went to hit Dykstra with a Stunner, but the ****y superstar slipped out and tagged in Melissa! Austin was trying not to hit her, and went after Dykstra. Kenny poked Stone Cold in eye, and he turned into a Kudoh Driver by Melissa. Moments later, Austin was still on his back, and Cheerleader Melissa had a pinfall win over the Texas Rattlesnake! Winners at 4:31 Kenny Dykstra and Cheerleader Melissa [B]Rating: C+ [/B] [I]Val Venis, The Rock and Shawn Michaels vs. Randy Orton, Umaga and Brock Lesnar [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/SeanMorley.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/TheRock.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/ShawnMichaels.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/RandyOrton2.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Umaga.jpg[/IMG]&[IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/BrockLesnar3.jpg[/IMG] This wasn’t as incredible as it should have been, but it was a decent pre-main event showdown. All 6 men put on solid performances in this good contest, which ended at the 9 and a half minute mark, when Lesnar hit Val Venis with an F-5! Winners at 9:31 Brock Lesnar, Randy Orton and Umaga [B]Rating: B [/B] [I]Non-title: WWE Ultimate Wrestling Champion The Undertaker vs. Edge [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/TheUndertaker.jpg[/IMG] vs. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/AdamCopeland.jpg[/IMG] It was evident in the last match these two men had that they didn’t really click. This was true once again, but they still managed to put on an awesome showing. The two fought back-and-forth for nearly 11 minutes. The ending came when the ref was trying to get a chair out of Edge’s hands. [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/Maskkyky.jpg[/IMG] With the official distracted, the masked man from last week slipped into the ring and kicked Undertaker, followed by a sloppy-looking Pedigree! Edge capitalised, going straight for the cover, picking up the win. Winner at 10:41 Edge [B]Rating: B+ [/B] [B]JR: [/B]Thanks for joining us tonight on Monday Night Raw, we’ve had a shocking conclusion to our main event! That masked man in the ring has once again attacked The Undertaker. It’s unfair! [I]We quickly cut backstage, where Randy Orton is shown slipping on a black mask, then walking off into the night! [/I] [IMG]http://i185.photobucket.com/albums/x151/RKO_HBK123/RandyOrton2.jpg[/IMG] [B]JR: [/B]My God, Orton has just put the mask on and walked out of the arena! But there’s the masked man in the ring! There’s two of these men, at least! This is an interesting development! The Undertaker will be appearing on ECW tomorrow night, so tune in for the latest development in this intriguing situation. We’ll see you next week. [B]Rating: B+ [/B] FINAL: B+, success