WWE Raw: Big Time! (2006)

20LEgend · July 20, 2013

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WWE Raw: Big Time! (2006) is a collaboration diary by

christmas_ape

and

20LEgend

. It will focus on the happenings of the

WWE Raw

brand starting in January 2006. Outside of Raw, Smackdown will also be covered, albeit more briefly - through the point of view of the diaries 'voice'

Vince McMahon

. Vince's point of view will be presented in an 'insider-style' WWE.com article before each pay-per-view. The article will also feature his thoughts on both brand's products, teasers on future signings and trades along with covering the general happenings within the company.

Frootloop · July 21, 2013

This is (maybe oddly) my favorite year in wrestling, so I'm really looking forward to this dynasty! What mod will you be using for this? I wasn't aware of a 2006 mod for TEW 13.

20LEgend · July 21, 2013

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="Frootloop" data-cite="Frootloop" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="36438" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>This is (maybe oddly) my favorite year in wrestling, so I'm really looking forward to this dynasty! What mod will you be using for this? I wasn't aware of a 2006 mod for TEW 13.</div></blockquote><p> </p><p> A lot of good stuff going on this year, hope we can put a spin on it.</p><p> </p><p> It's converted from the 2006, so it's not perfect but it's good enough for us to base it on I think - it's seemed okay so far <img alt=":)" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/smile.png.142cfa0a1cd2925c0463c1d00f499df2.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p>

Frootloop · July 21, 2013

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="20LEgend" data-cite="20LEgend" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="36438" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>A lot of good stuff going on this year, hope we can put a spin on it.<p> </p><p> It's converted from the 2006, so it's not perfect but it's good enough for us to base it on I think - it's seemed okay so far <img alt=":)" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/smile.png.142cfa0a1cd2925c0463c1d00f499df2.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p></div></blockquote><p> </p><p> Ah, I was afraid you'd say it was converted. :/ If you find yourselves happy with it, though, mind sending it on my way? This is the year I'd love to play the most.</p>

Dawn · July 21, 2013

Good luck, looking forward to it.

christmas_ape · July 21, 2013

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</span></div></div></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';"><strong><em>Welcome to Inside the Boardroom, the only place where you can pitch your questions directly to Mr Mcmahon himself. </em></strong></span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';"> </span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';"> </span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';">

</span></div></div></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';"><strong>Johnny1995</strong></span></div></div></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';">: So RAW’s PPV Elimination chamber was pretty awesome, but do you really think it beat Smackdown’s Armageddon? Taker and Orton put on a great match!</span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';"> </span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';">

</span></div></div></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';"><strong>Vince McMahon</strong></span></div></div></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';">: Of course it was better, there’s no show on earth more entertaining than Monday night raw, and our ppv’s are even better. When Teddy gave you 2 men fighting in a ring? What do I give you? 6 of WWE’s finest fighting in an elimination chamber. What a main event it was, but as if that wasn’t enough… then you get Edge cashing in his money in the bank contract on John Cena! More entertainment in those last few minutes than the whole of Teddy’s show. </span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';"> </span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';"> </span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';">

</span></div></div></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';"><strong>ECW4LYF</strong></span></div></div></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';">: Are you excited to see Rob Van Dam return at the Rumble?</span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';"> </span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';">

</span></div></div></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';"><strong>Vince McMahon</strong></span></div></div></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';">: There’s plenty of things to be excited for when it comes to the Rumble. The thing I’m most looking forward to is seeing a RAW superstar celebrating after defeating 29 other men. If Rob can be that man, then hell I’ll happily roll out the red carpet for his return.</span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';"> </span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';"> </span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';">

</span></div></div></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';"><strong>WWEfan45</strong></span></div></div></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';">: Vince, recently you have been focussing on Shawn Michaels, going as far as to put a bounty of his head in the Royal Rumble. What has Shawn done to deserve this treatment? </span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';"> </span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';">

</span></div></div></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';"><strong>Vince McMahon</strong></span></div></div></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';">: First of all I do whatever the hell I want! And Shawn Michaels? The Heartbreak Kid. He deserves everything he gets. Last month he tried to distance himself from the Montreal Screwjob, tried to turn it on me. Well nobody gets away with trying to show up Mr. McMahon so instead I'm going to screw Shawn Michaels. Screw him out of the Royal Rumble, screw him out of WrestleMania and screw him out of the WWE!</span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';"> </span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';"> </span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';">

</span></div></div></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';"><strong><em>Got any questions for Mr McMahon? Post them in the comments below for The Chairman to answer in the next instalment of Inside the Boardroom.</em></strong></span></div></div></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';"> </span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Console';">

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Big Roguey · July 21, 2013

I find it hard to believe Teddy only had two people in the ring, he is Mr. Tag Team Match after all.

I'm liking this already, looking forward to it chaps.

AceCodey · July 21, 2013

<p>Question for McMahon: Do you feel that Teddy books a few too many Tag Team Matches, or is it just me?</p><p> </p><p>

Nice start btw <img alt="" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/smile.png.142cfa0a1cd2925c0463c1d00f499df2.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></p>

christmas_ape · July 22, 2013

<p></p><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';"><strong><span style="font-size:14px;">Royal Rumble Preview</span></strong></span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';"><strong><span style="font-size:14px;">

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The event will kick off with Smackdown's six man cruiserweight open which will see Kid Kash attempt to defend his title against Funaki, Nunzio, Paul London, Gregory Helms and Jamie Noble. Kid Kash has proven himself to be a strong champion within a tough division but with the odds far from in his favour we might very well see a new champion crowned. </span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';"> </span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';">

That won't be the only Smackdown title on the line, Batista will be defending his World Heavyweight Title against Mark Henry. The Animal has held the title since last Wrestlemania but is yet to face a challenger who is as physically imposing as himself. The World Strongest Man has never held a world title and so is bound to be more than ready to end Batista's reign.</span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';"> </span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';">

The scheduled main event for the RAW brand will see John Cena invoke his rematch clause for the WWE Title against Edge. 'The Rated R Superstar' has held the title for a month since his historic cashing in of the money in the bank breifcase just after Cena had retained in a gruelling elimination chamber. The one time world champion has already had quite the month not only has he defended his title against the legendary Ric Flair in a ladder match and beeg part of the most watched RAW segment in years: his life sex celebration with Lita. So now the self proclaimed 'most watched champion ever' faces his toughest challenge yet, and this time, the leader of Cenation won't have just battled five other men. </span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';"> </span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';">

The divas will also be in action when Mickie James takes on Ashley with Trish Stratus as the special guest referee. This match has come about due to Ashley's concerns about Mickie's obsession with Trish and she definitely has a point, whether it's dressing up as her in the divas 'fullfill your fantasy battle royal', using Trish's signature moves or even stealing a kiss under the mistletoe it's clear that Mickie is enamoured with the Womens Champion, perhaps unhealthily so. </span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';"> </span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';">

However the main attraction is bound to be the Rumble itself. 30 men all fighting for the chance to main event Wrestlemania 22 and challenge for a World Title. RAW certainly have an impressive roster of potential winners. Triple H has recently vowed that he will win the Rumble and go on to challenge the WWE champion but it's hard to forget people like the Tag Team Champions; Kane and The Big Show, or the current Intercontinental Champion Ric Flair. Other names include the athletically gifted Shelton Benjamin and the tag team of Chris Masters and Carlito, whom after falling out at the Elimination Chamber appear to be back on the same page. However two names that have also both been tipped as favourites are a returning RVD and 'The Heart Break Kid' Shawn Michaels, however question marks hover of HBK's chances due to his ongoing feud with Vince Mcmahon as having the chairman of the company gunning for you can never help your chances. </span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';"> </span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';">

There is however no gurantee that the winner of the Rumble will be a RAW superstar and one only has to glance at the Smackdown roster to see how the main event of Wrestlemania may be fought not for the WWE Title but the World Heavyeight Title. Names such as Booker T, Bobby Lashley, Rey Mysterio and Randy Orton must worry not only Vince McMahon but all the RAW superstars in the match. </span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';"> </span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';">

All things considered the 2006 Royal Rumble has the potential to be a memorable event. Whether it's John Cena's struggle to overcome the R Rated Superstar or the 30 man over the top rope battle royal one thing is for sure, that the Road to Wrestlemania will begin.</span></div></div></div></div><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<strong>Royal Rumble Card</strong></p><p> </p><p>

6 Man Cruiserweight Title Open</p><p>

Kid Kash© vs Funaki vs Jamie Noble vs Gregory Helms vs Nunzio vs Paul London</p><p> </p><p>

Mickie James vs Ashley</p><p>

Special Guest Referee- Trish Stratus</p><p> </p><p>

JBL vs The Boogeyman</p><p> </p><p>

WWE Title</p><p>

Edge© vs John Cena</p><p> </p><p>

World Heavyweight Championship Match</p><p>

Batista© vs Mark Henry</p><p> </p><p>

30 Man Royal Rumble</p><p>

Favourites to win include Randy Orton, Triple H, Rey Mysterio, Ric Flair, Bobby Lashley, Big Show, Kane, Kurt Angle and Rob Van Dam</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>

The next installment of Inside the Boardroom will be up soon, still some time to get your questions to Vince McMahon in.</p>

20LEgend · August 2, 2013

WWE Royal Rumble 2006

WWE Royal Rumble - Sunday, Week 4, January 2006

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Hype Video

The show begins with a hype video for the Royal Rumble 2006. It also focusses on the World Championship matches tonight which will feature John Cena challenging Edge and Mark Henry going after Batista's World Heavyweight Championship. There is a look back through previous winners before the commentator's introduce the show...

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Rating: B+

Kid Kash © vs Funaki, Jamie Noble, Nunzio, Paul London and Gregory Helms

6-Way Cruiserweight Open

Cruiserweight Title

Kid Kash appeared confident despite being up against the odds. The champion has issued an open challenge which was accepted not only by four cruiserweights on Smackdown but by Helms who appeared from RAW.

As action packed as one would expect, the cruiserweight open was full of exciting moves and fast paced action. A highlight was Paul London hitting his Shooting Star Press on all five men. Despite moves like this the pin was hard to come by with all six men fighting at once. Noble appeared to have the victory when he had Funaki in his Dragon Sleeper but Helms managed to push Jamie out of the ring, hit Funaki with a Shining Wizard and get the pin.

Winner:

Gregory Helms (new Cruiserweight Champion)

Rating: C+

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Backstage

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In the back Vince is stood with Torrie Wilson, Victoria and Candice Michelle. Triple H and Randy Orton are in the room to pick their Royal Rumble number. Orton goes first and picks out a ball. Orton smiles at his ball and then smirks towards HHH. Triple H pushes Orton out of the way and picks out a ball of his own. Triple H opens the ball and his face drops. Orton pats Triple H on the back and says he'll see him out there... or maybe not.

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Rating: B-

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Mickie James vs Ashley

Special Guest Referee: Trish Stratus

Before the match Mickie caught Trish getting ready, the divas champion did her best to avoid a conversation but a forceful Mickie pulled her back to reveal that she loves her.*

Mickie appeared delighted to get it off her chest and seemed oblivious to Trish's negative reaction, any delight was soon gone once the match started with Ashley doing well to work Mickie's arm

The momentum turned in Mickie's favour when she began to work Ashley's back, with a fishermans suplex getting a near fall. It was a powerbomb that would get Mickie the win, Trish reluctantly raised Mickie's hand in victory, sending the winner back to her delighted state.*

Winner:

Mickie James

Rating: C-

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Backstage

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The Big Show is then seen picking his number, he reads it and seems neither happy nor annoyed. As he does to walk away Rey walks in. Rey and Big Show face off before Big Show wishes Rey look in the Royal Rumble. Rey then picks out a number and smiles. He looks up and suggests that Eddie Guerrero is playing a trick on him.

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Rating: B-

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JBL vs The Boogeyman

After JBL's extravagant entrance alongside his valet Jillian Hall, his face dropped at the sight of his opponent crawl towards the ring with his bag of worms. Once toe to toe with his opponent, JBL wasted little time taking the fight to Boogeyman. He tried to end it as quick as possible but failed to connect with the Clothesline from Hell on numerous occasions. On his fourth attempt Boogeyman managed to get out of the way just in time to send JBL crashing shoulder first into the turnbuckle which gave Boogeyman the chance to his his Pumphandle Slam and get the victory.

After the match he tried to add insult to injury by stuffing his worms into JBL's mouth, however John threw Jillian in the way, letting her take the worms instead much to the crowd's delight.*

Winner:

The Boogeyman

Rating: C

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Shelton Benjamin and his Momma then go in to pick Shelton's number. As Benjamin takes his he tells Vince McMahon that tonight he is going to take the bounty to eliminate Shawn Michaels from the Royal Rumble match.

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Rating: B-

Hype Video

A hype video then recaps the story of John Cena vs. Edge. It begins as Cena retains his Championship in the Elimination Chamber, before showing Edge's cash in of his Money in the Bank briefcase to win the Championship. There is then footage of the various brawl between the two, including Cena saving Ric Flair from a Con-chair-to. A voice-over puts over that unlike at New Year's Revolution, both men will be 100% ready to go one on one.

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Rating: B-

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Edge© vs John Cena

WWE Championship Title Match

RAW's main event saw the Rated R Superstar take on the former champion.

John Cena made a spectatular entrance on a huge spaceshiplike structure which ascended down over the ramp, the champion then made his way out accompanied by lita in a comparatively unflashy entrance.

The match itself saw some brutal brawling, only minutes in Edge used Lita as a shield to distract his opponent which gave him a chance to spear him into the steel steps, after barely making a ten count Cena got back in the ring and slowly began to gain momentum, that was until Edge once again used the steel steps as a weapon, this time whipping the former champion into them. Edge continued to dominate until Cena ducked under a clothesline, hit a running shoulder block and followed it up with a sitout powebomb. It looked like he had the win with a five knuckle shuffle but after Lita distracted the referee John got up to deal with her, he was about to knock her off the apron when Edge cam running towards him but with a quick side step he moved out of the way leaving Edge to take out Lita. A distraught Edge turned around straight into an F-U, the STFU was quickly applied and it didn't take long for the Champion to tap.

Winner:

John Cena (new WWE Champion)

Rating: B

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Recap

A recap is shown of the Number One Contendership battle royal from Smackdown. It shows Mark Henry winning the match and then the subsequent weeks where he got the better of Batista – attacking him from behind on 2 occassions.

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Rating: B-

Backstage Interview

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Mark Henry was then interviewed. He said that it is his time to stand at the top of the Mountain. He says he is the World's Strongest Man and says that tonight won't just be a victory, it will be a mauling of the
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Rating: B

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Batista © vs Mark Henry

World Heavyweight Championship Title Match

Smackdown's main event saw the World Strongest Man take on The Animal. Mark was full of confidence after winning a number one contendership battle royal on Smackdown however Batista was far from intimated, even after Henry won the first test of strength. Nobody expected a technical master class from the two however both wowed the crowd with some impressive feats of strength. After Batista kicked out of a huge body slam, Mark began to get frustrated and ripped the protective cover off the turnbuckle. The referee caught Henry but while he was trying to put the pad back on Henry whipped Batista into the same corner. The referee was crushed in between the exposed turnbuckle and 290 pounds of Batista. Henry followed it up with a big clothesline. Batista began to get to his feet but it gave Henry enough time to grab a steel chair from under the ring. Henry swings the chair but Batista managed to duck under and pull Henry up into a spinebuster. Batista looks over to the referee who is still down and back down the chair on the ground. He lays it out and drags Henry to his feet. Amazingly he manages to pull him up and hit the Batista Bomb onto the chair. Batista kicks the weapon out of the ring just in time for the referee to count Batista the win.

Winner:

Batista

Rating: B-

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Post-Match

As Batista celebrated after the match, the lights in the arena went down. After a few moments a lightening bolt struck the ramp and druids piled out of the back onto the ramp. Out of the dark a figure could be made out. It soon became clear that it was the returning Undertaker. The Undertaker pointed towards Batista, who held the World Heavyweight Championship, before making the cut throat gesture to him. The lights then went completely down and when they came back up the druids and The Undertaker were gone.
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Rating: B-

Hype Video

Before the Royal Rumble there was a hype video focussing on the history of the Royal Rumble showing past winners and showing Triple H, Randy Orton, Kurt Angle, Rob Van Dam and Rey Mysterio – all of whom appear amongst the favourites to win the match.

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Rating: B-

In-Ring

As Lillian Garcia is about to make her way to the ring, The Spirit Squad comes out and do a pre-match cheer for Jonathan Coachman, who will appear in the Royal Rumble later tonight. They backed Coach to win the match before leaving to allow Garcia to resume.

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Rating: C+

30 Man Royal Rumble Match for a shot at either the WWE or World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania 22!

After Lillian Garcia explained the rules it was time for the match to officially get under way with the first two entrants...

Entrant #1: Triple H

Entrant #2: Rey Mysterio

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The match began with number one and two going back and forth. Triple H appeared to get the better of the high flyer and was attempting to push him over the top rope when the third man entered...

Entrant #3: Simon Dean (joining Triple H and Rey Mysterio)

As he entered, Dean tried to throw both Triple H and Rey over the top rope, as they were both in the corner. He failed in his attempt and Triple H and Rey teamed up to eliminate Simon Dean from the match. As they went back at each other it was time for the next entrant.

Entrant #4: Psicosis (joining Triple H and Rey Mysterio)

Psicosis was next and he went after Triple H but Triple H quickly got the better of him. After this Rey went back to Triple H and hit him with a DDT. As Rey got back up Psicosis tried to jump him but Rey ducked and eventually eliminated Psicosis with a head scissors.

Entrant #5: Ric Flair (joining Triple H and Rey Mysterio)

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Ric Flair was next and he went straight for Triple H as Rey took a break following a big knee from Triple H. Flair hit Hunter with a series of chops and had Triple H on the ropes. Flair ran at Triple H but Triple H sidestepped him and Flair's momentum eliminated him. Once again it was back to Rey and Triple H and they went back and forth while the 6th man made his way to the ring.

Entrant #6: The Big Show (joining Triple H and Rey Mysterio)

As Big Show entered, Rey jumped at him but Show swatted him away and went for Triple H. The two men brawled and the fresher Big Show took control, beating Triple H down in the corner. At this point Rey was back up and he dropkicked Big Show in the back and began a quick flurry of offence on him.

Entrant #7: Jonathan Coachman (joining Triple H, Rey Mysterio and The Big Show)

Coach entered the ring with a smile on his face, but when the three men in the ring all locked eyes on him, he looked terrified. Coachman inexplicably decide to go after The Big Show, who simply swatted him out of the ring.

Entrant #8: Bobby Lashley (joining Triple H, Rey Mysterio and The Big Show)

As Lashley entered the ring, only The Big Show was standing – with him being the much fresher competitor. Lashley and The Big Show went face to face with each other and traded blows to the face. In a great display of strength Bobby Lashley threw Big Show over his head and knocked him to the mat, leaving him to stand tall, as he did The Big Show's tag team partner entered the match...

Entrant #9: Kane (joining Triple H, Rey Mysterio, Big Show and Bobby Lashley)

Kane and Big Show quickly teamed up in the match and Bobby Lashley did an impressive job of fighting them off, eventually the number got the better of him and only Kane and Big Show were standing after eliminate.

Entrant #10: Sylvan (joining Triple H, Rey Mysterio, Big Show and Kane)

Sylvan broke this, but was then very quickly eliminated.

After a brief hesitation Kane and Big Show began to fight each other and as they both tried to eliminate each other, Triple H took the opportunity to eliminate both of them. Once again, only Rey and Triple H remained.

Entrant #11: Carlito (joining Triple H and Rey Mysterio)

Carlito was very opportunistic as he entered and began taking shots at both Triple H and Rey Mysterio, both of whom were down on the mat. Carlito then took a moment to gloat to the fans and this cost him as Triple H hit him as he turned around. He threw him over the top rope but Carlito managed to hold on and grabbed the rope as Triple H tried to eliminate him.

Entrant #12: Chris Benoit (joining Triple H, Rey Mysterio and Carlito)

Benoit entered the match next and unleashed a series of German Suplex on Carlito, Triple H and Rey. He then focussed towards the ramp as the next competitor made his way to the ring.

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Entrant #13: Kurt Angle (joining Triple H, Rey Mysterio, Carlito and Chris Benoit)

Benoit went straight after Angle and they exchanged in a back and forth. Angle threw Benoit out but he stayed on the apron. Benoit was saved inadvertently by Carlito who came from behind, but was unsuccessful in eliminating Angle.

Entrant #14: Joey Mercury (joining Triple H, Rey Mysterio, Carlito and Chris Benoit)

Next to arrive was one half MNM, Joey Mercury. As he entered th e match slit into two twos with Triple H and Benoit, and Rey and Joey Mercury pairing off.

Entrant #15: Tatanka (joining Triple H, Rey Mysterio, Carlito, Chris Benoit, Kurt Angle and Joey Mercury)

Tatanka then made his return to the WWE and joined the match with the crowd being the veteran. He went back and forth with Joey Mercury and hit him with a number of his signature moves.

Entrant #16: Johnny Nitro (joining Triple H, Rey Mysterio, Carlito, Chris Benoit, Kurt Angle, Joey Mercury and Tatanka)

The other half of MNM made his way to the ring then and they double teamed Tanaka who did a good job of fighting off them. At this point, the ring was filled up and it became less clear who was fighting who as the next few entrants made their way to the ring.

(Joining Triple H, Rey Mysterio, Carlito, Chris Benoit, Kurt Angle, Joey Mercury, Tatanka and Johnny Nitro)

Entrant #17: Trevor Murdoch

Entrant #18: Eugene

Entrant #19: Road Warrior Animal

With 10 people in the ring, the match reached the 2/3 point and it was time for the 20th entrant.

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Entrant #20: Rob Van Dam (Joinining Triple H, Rey Mysterio, Carlito, Chris Benoit, Kurt Angle, Joey Mercury, Tatanka, Johnny Nitro, Trevor Murdoch, Eugene and Road Warrior Animal)

To a good reaction, Rob Van Dam made his return to the ring, fighting through the bodied in the ring to try to get at the man who extended his injured him Carlito. Carlito used this time to slip under the bottom rope. This distracted Van Dam and Road Warrior Animal tried to take advantage but was himself dumped out by Rob Van Dam.

(Joining Triple H, Rey Mysterio, Carlito, Chris Benoit, Kurt Angle, Joey Mercury, Tatanka, Johnny Nitro, Trevor Murdoch Eugene and Rob Van Dam)

Entrant #21: Orlando Jordan

Entrant #22: Chavo Guerrero

Jordan picked a fight with Eugene and Chavo entered the ring with a series of Suplexes. After his initial momentum, Triple H threw Chavo out of the match. Shortly after, as they finally got the better of him, MNM eliminated Tatanka.

Entrant #23: Matt Hardy (Joining Triple H, Rey Mysterio, Carlito, Chris Benoit, Joey Mercury, Kurt Angle, Johnny Nitro, Trevor Murdoch, Eugene, Rob Van Dam and Orlando Jordan)

As with many competitors, Hardy came in with a lot of momentum and took shots to each of MNM before Carlito finally returned to the ring to hit him from behind. RVD spotted him but Carlito once again went under the bottom rope to avoid him.

Entrant #24: Super Crazy (Joining Triple H, Rey Mysterio, Carlito, Chris Benoit, Joey Mercury, Kurt Angle, Johnny Nitro, Trevor Murdoch, Eugene, Orlando Jordan, Rob Van Dam and Matt Hardy)

Super Crazy entered the match and immediately went after Triple H, laying boots into him. Triple H however got the upper hand and with middle of the ring clear he hit a Pedigree to Crazy before dropping to his knees and resting the corner.

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Entrant #25: Shawn Michaels (Joining Triple H, Rey Mysterio, Carlito, Chris Benoit, Joey Mercury, Kurt Angle, Johnny Nitro, Trevor Murdoch, Eugene, Orlando Jordan, Rob Van Dam, Matt Hardy and Super Crazy)

The former two time winner Shawn Michaels came in and eliminated Trevor Murdoch with a flash Superkick sending him over the top rope.

Entrant #26: Chris Masters (Joining Triple H, Rey Mysterio, Carlito, Chris Benoit, Joey Mercury, Kurt Angle, Johnny Nitro, Eugene, Orlando Jordan, Rob Van Dam, Matt Hardy, Super Crazy and Shawn Michaels)

With his partner on the outside, Masters made his way to the ring. He tested himself against Shawn Michaels, who was fighting with Triple H at the time. Picking him off and hitting him with a flurry of right hands that sent him to the mat.

Entrant #27: Viscera (Joining Triple H, Rey Mysterio, Carlito, Chris Benoit, Joey Mercury, Kurt Angle, Johnny Nitro, Eugene, Orlando Jordan, Rob Van Dam, Matt Hardy, Super Crazy and Chris Masters)

As the commentators questioned how anybody could eliminate Viscera, he went straight to work, grabbing Matt Hardy who was preoccupied with Orlando Jordan and throwing him over the top rope. Shortly after, Chris Benoit disposed of Eugene and Rey got rid of Super Crazy.

Entrant #28: Shelton Benjamin (Joining Triple H, Rey Mysterio, Carlito, Chris Benoit, Joey Mercury, Kurt Angle, Johnny Nitro, Orlando Jordan, Rob Van Dam and Viscera)

Next in was Benjamin who went for Shawn Michaels, they had an impressive back and forth until Shelton threw HBK over the top rope. As Benjamin gloated HBK “skinned the cat” and came up behind him and threw him over. Benjamin however, also “skinned the cat” and gave Michaels a cocky look. Michaels turned away but then hit a Superkick out of nowhere on Benjamin. Benjamin bounced off the ropes and was out cold on the mat.

Entrant #29: Goldust (Joining Triple H, Rey Mysterio, Carlito, Chris Benoit, Joey Mercury, Johnny Nitro, Kurt Angle, Orlando Jordan, Rob Van Dam, Matt Hardy, Viscera and Shelton Benjamin)

The second last entrant was the returning Goldust and he reintroduced himself to the fans, hitting Orlando Jordan with his various moves. It was soon time for the man who drew number 30.

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Entrant #30: Randy Orton (Joining Triple H, Rey Mysterio, Carlito, Chris Benoit, Joey Mercury, Kurt Angle, Johnny Nitro, Orlando Jordan, Rob Van Dam and Viscera)

Orton made his way to the ring slowly, before speeding up to pick a quick opportunity to throw Benoit over the top rope. He then stalk Kurt Angle, hitting him with an RKO before eliminating him. Shortly after, on the other side of the ring Masters and Carlito teamed up to get rid Viscera. As Masters' back was turned, Carlito once again stabbed him in the back, by throwing him over the to roe and eliminating him.

As Masters shouted abuse at Carlito, this allowed RVD to grab Carlito – instead of eliminating him, however he put the boots to Carlito, finally getting his hands on the man who injured him.

As Carlito once again slipped out, RVD turned his attention to Goldust who he eliminate with a high kick, sending him over the top rope. Orton also continued to build momentum eliminating Orlando Jordan. On the other side of the ring there was another 'betrayal' as Johnny Nitro eliminated Mercury. They argued and as Melina held Mercury back, Nitro was dropkicked over the top rope by Rey Mysterio. As they argue on the outside, Melina calmed the situation and they left together.

Benjamin and Michaels where also carrying on their back and forth and HBK eliminated Benjamin. Shortly after this Vince McMahon made his way to the ring. Shawn Michaels, who'd had a 'bounty' placed on his head by McMahon earlier locked eyes with him and as Vince continued to walk down the ramp, Michaels was throw over the top rope by Shane McMahon. HBK was furious and went after Shane McMahon who had escaped, as had Vince.

The last five then quickly became the final four as, having decide he'd had enough of him, Rob Van Dam threw Carlito out of the match.

Final Four: Triple H, Rey Mysterio, Rob Van Dam and Randy Orton.

Van Dam and Rey then shook hands and worked together against Triple H and Randy Orton. This alliance worked well until Van Dam went to the top rope. Triple H threw Van Dam off the top rope and Irish Whipped Rey into RVD sending Van Dam over the top rope.

Orton and HHH then teamed up on Rey and tried to get rid of him. Rey overcame the odds thought and hit Orton and HHH with a double 619. He then eliminated Triple H from the match.

As retaliation, HHH dragged Rey out of the ring and threw him into the steel steps, leaving him at the mercy of Orton as he threw him back in. Orton grabbed Rey and laughed at him before running to throw him over the top rope. At the last second, Rey shifted his feet and reversed it, throwing Orton over the top rope, winning the 2006 Royal Rumble.

Rey celebrated, having set a record for longest time in the Royal Rumble and guaranteeing a Championship match at WrestleMania! He looked up to the sky in tribute to Eddie Guerrero as the commentators put over the amazing feat.

Winner:

Rey Mysterio

Rating: B

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Overall:

B

christmas_ape · August 3, 2013

<p>Hope people enjoyed the rumble! You might have noticed that the card and results are very similar to what happened in real life, this is both because our plan is to keep this as realistic as possible and not change everything from the get go and also because we don't plan on changing things for the sake of it. That said, things will start to get increasingly different from real life very soon. </p><p> </p><p>

P.S Still some time to get your questions in to Vince before the second 'Inside the Boardroom' which should be up sometime before the No Way Out preview.</p>

20LEgend · August 8, 2013

<p>No Way Out Preview...</p><p> </p><p>

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</span></div></div></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';"><strong>Batista © vs. The Undertaker</strong></span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';">

The main feud going into No Way Out was The World Heavyweight Championship match between The Undertaker and Batista. Having returned at the Royal Rumble, as Batista defeated Mark Henry, The Undertaker laid down the challenge to Batista who would later go on to accept it. The rivalry continued as The Undertaker defeated Mark Henry by Disqualification due to the instant interference of MNM. Teddy Long then came out and announced that the following week, there would be a 3 on 2 handicap match where Champion and Challenger would team up against Henry & MNM. This match ended with Batista hitting Nitro with a Batista Bomb, while Mercury was Tombstoned by The Undertaker at the same time. After the match Batista went nose to nose with The Undertaker before their Championship match – telling him that at No Way Out, the pleasantries would be over.</span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';"> </span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';">

</span></div></div></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';"><strong>Randy Orton vs. Rey Mysterio</strong></span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';">

Another main match of the pay-per-view will see Rey Mysterio put his WrestleMania match on the line as he goes one on one with Randy Orton. Over the last few weeks Orton had some close to the bone things to say about Rey Mysterio's tributes to Eddie Guerrero. After getting under Rey Mysterio's skin, Orton challenged Rey to put his shot on the line “if he had any respect for Eddie”. Rey accepted the challenge and will risk his Main Event shot at WrestleMania against Orton at No Way Out.</span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';"> </span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';">

</span></div></div></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';"><strong>Booker T © vs. Chris Benoit</strong></span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';">

When Booker T returned to action, he took his United States Championship back from Randy Orton. Thinking he had gotten the better of Benoit, Booker was ready to move on. What he failed to realise was that Chris Benoit had a rematch clause, despite Booker's best efforts to get out of the match Teddy Long confirmed it for No Way Out!</span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';"> </span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';">

</span></div></div></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';"><strong>Bobby Lashley vs. John Bradshaw Layfield</strong></span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';">

The undefeated Bobby Lashley will go up against former WWE Champion John Bradshaw Layfield at the pay-per-view. Over the month Bradshaw has tried to get the better of Lashley, who has been able to thwart any attempts to attack him. Bradshaw has promised that while he may not have been able to get one over him, he will end his undefeated run.</span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';"> </span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';">

</span></div></div></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';"><strong>Finlay vs. Matt Hardy</strong></span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';">

Since his return to the WWE, Finlay has struggled to adjust to the rules of Smackdown due to the fact he simply “loves to fight”. Getting DQ'd on a number of occasions, Matt Hardy was the one to take exception to Finlay's behaviour, saving Tatanka from an attack at his hands. This led to a match being made between the 2 under No Disqualification rules!</span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';"> </span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';">

</span></div></div></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';"><strong>MNM © vs. Paul London & Brian Kendrick</strong></span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';">

While MNM tried to help Mark Henry fight his battles this month, London & Kendrick put in the work to become the number one contenders to the Tag Team Championships. When the match was made MNM were quick to belittle London & Kendrick, claiming that they would never be able to beat the “A Listers”. With Melina at ringside, London & Kendrick will face an uphill battle from the opening bell.</span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';"> </span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';">

</span></div></div></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';"><strong>Gregory Helms © vs. Kid Kash</strong></span></div></div></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Lucida Sans Unicode';">

At the Royal Rumble Gregory Helms defected to Smackdown and successfully became the new WWE Cruiserweight Champion. Following the Royal Rumble, Kid Kash immediately demanded his rematch, only for Helms to delay the match claiming he needed time to recuperate a "nagging injury". Kash then went to Long, who gave Helms the ultimatum that he must defend the Championship at No Way Out or be stripped of the Gold!</span></div></div></div></div><p> </p><p> </p><p>

<em>World Heavyweight Championship Match</em></p><p>

<em>Rey's World Championship Shot On The Line</em></p><p>

Randy Orton vs. Rey Mysterio</p><p> </p><p>

<em>WWE United States Championship Match</em></p><p>

Bobby Lashley vs. John Bradshaw Layfield</p><p> </p><p>

<em>No Disqualifications Match</em></p><p>

Finlay vs. Matt Hardy</p><p> </p><p>

<em>WWE Tag Team Championship Match</em></p><p>

<em>WWE Cruiserweight Championship Match</em></p><p>

Also, if you have a question for Mr. McMahon for the next "Inside The Boardroom" this is your chance to do so...</p>

christmas_ape · August 9, 2013

</span></div></div><div style="text-align:center;"><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"><strong>The Pitch</strong></span></div></div></div><p></p><p></p><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> </span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';">

[The 14th floor of LA's third largest skyscraper is home to Tom Warner's NOW Entertainment Corp. It had been a frantic September for one of the world's most popular websites as Warner's announcement next week would not only completely transform the company, but rock the entertainment world to it's very core, as it's main source of celebrity news now expands to it's very on television network.]</span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> </span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';">

[The beeping intercom startles Mr Warner who is busy skimming through this week's edition of NOW Magazine]</span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> </span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';">

</span></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"><strong>Secretary:</strong></span></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> Mr Warner, your 2 o'clock is here. </span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> </span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';">

</span></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"><strong>Warner:</strong></span></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> Thanks Sandra send them in. </span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> </span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';">

[The doors open and after some initial greeting the two men sit down in front of the desk.]</span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> </span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';">

</span></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"><strong>Warner:</strong></span></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> As you know Gentlemen, NOW is expanding and we're looking for the crowning jewel for our network. We're looking for the next 'House of Victory' or even a 'Hollywood Babes Down Under', yeah that would be nice! So what do you have for me? </span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> </span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';">

</span></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"><strong>Ape:</strong></span></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> Essentially this is a wrestling show, but it's not just any wrestling show it's... </span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> </span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';">

</span></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"><strong>Warner:</strong></span></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> Wait a second, rewind. Wrestling? I'm sorry guys but that's not us. You're pitching to the wrong network here. Our fans love drama, controversy, excitement... not a bunch of dudes pretending to fight each other.</span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> </span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';">

</span></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"><strong>Legend:</strong></span></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> What my writing partner means to say, is Sports Entertainment. Basically, scripted competitive entertainment. Within the controlled setting of our project, the drama, controversy and excitement of live television can be brought to another level. It allows complete creative control over the relationships on the show, from rivalries to love interests while allowing us to maintain slick production and guaranteed entertainment. Something that would give us an edge over shows like “House of Victory” and “Celebrity Fitness Live”.</span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> </span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';">

</span></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"><strong>Ape:</strong></span></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> Not only does it fit you're celebrity culture but we'll be building you the next crop of celebrities, and you'll own them all! </span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> </span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';">

</span></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"><strong>Legend:</strong></span></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> This is what will give the NOW Network the edge over any other network. Signing specific talents to contracts allows us to create an environment where the stars can crossover into other areas of the network, adding interest into Sports Entertainment NOW and the rest of our broadcasts. The exclusivity allows us to create our own microcosm of celebrity culture, ensuring that we can elevate the name value of the talent as we wish, and in essence controlling the perception of them to the audience by allowing it to exist in under the “NOW” umbrella. This also of course gives us a core of home-grown talents. </span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> </span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';">

</span></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"><strong>Warner:</strong></span></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> You're winning me over a little but... I've been looking at your resumes... I mean hey don't get me wrong you've been around and tried some things, but I got to say guys you're collaborations... well with both you're shows combined you managed three episodes before they got cancelled. Not exactly a track record befitting of NOW. </span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> </span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';">

</span></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"><strong>Legend:</strong></span></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> True enough, our last few pitches have been… none starters, but you have to recognize a good idea when you see one. It’s clear to me, that as a centerpiece of this conglomerate, with the backing of NOW, this concept can be a sure fire hit. With a desirable slot, the clear episodic structure and the financial backing of the network we will produce a season of entertainment that will change the way the network is perceived.</span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> </span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';">

</span></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"><strong>Ape:</strong></span></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> It's true, collaborations are perhaps more prone to failure but we also see a lot of potential in them. With two minds the safety net for bad ideas is twice as thick and the good ideas should come twice as fast. This idea is perfect not only for us, but for you.</span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> </span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';">

</span></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"><strong>Warner:</strong></span></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> If I'm going to make this our flag ship show, it needs to be reliable. It needs to be consistent. </span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> </span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';">

</span></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"><strong>Ape:</strong></span></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> All I can say is that we're confident. We got a lot of plans ready and we truly feel the NOW network is the best place for them. </span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> </span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';">

</span></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"><strong>Legend:</strong></span></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> If you have any doubt about us, we can assure you that the scripts for the first few episode are in production and we hope that with long-term planning for the show under consideration we can make a better run than our previous efforts. </span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> </span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';">

</span></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"><strong>Warner:</strong></span></div></div><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> Alright... I'll sign you up for one season as a trial. We can discuss the details at a later date. Don't let me down! </span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"> </span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';">

</span></div></div><div style="text-align:center;"><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';"><strong><em>Coming Soon...</em></strong></span></div></div><p></p><div style="margin-left:25px;"><div style="margin-left:25px;"><span style="font-family:'Franklin Gothic Medium';">

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