ROH 2014: The Rise of Honor

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Week 2, September 2014

Ring of Honor Wrestling

Grade: 60

 

AJ Styles and Steve Corino are in the ring having an argument to start off the show. Corino tells Styles that he has NO chance against the two monsters, Rhino and Abyss, and that they will win the title for Corino's Coalition. Styles takes offense to this, and tells Corino that the "Phenomenal One" will come out on top in the fatal four-way, no matter how much Rhino and Abyss beat him down.

 

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The Enforcers vs. The Young Bucks

 

In a match that had some good action and average heat, Drew Galloway and Tiger Raj Singh defeated The Young Bucks in 8:50 when Drew Galloway defeated Nick Jackson by pinfall with a handful of tights.

 

Grade: 57

 

Post match, Drew Galloway grabs a mic and starts trash-talking. He says that the Enforcers are the new best tag team in ROH and state that they will take apart each tag team one by one.

 

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Michael Bennett vs. Joey Ryan

 

In a match that had some good action but not much in the way of heat, Michael Bennett defeated Joey Ryan in 6:17 by pinfall with an Awesome Coolness.

 

Grade: 53

 

After the match, the announcers state that the previously scheduled Air Kofi vs. Matt Sydal has now become a TLC match with the winner being the first to grab the item hanging above the ring. Whoever wins will move on to roiund 2!

 

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Rhino vs. Jimmy Jacobs

 

In a match that had some good action and average heat, Rhino defeated Jimmy Jacobs in 10:07 by pinfall with a Gore.

 

Grade: 59

 

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TLC Match

Air Kofi vs. Matt Sydal

 

In a match that had some good action and average heat, Air Kofi defeated Matt Sydal in a 1 vs 1 - TLC match in 18:28 when Air Kofi retrieved the item.

 

Grade: 62

 

After the match, Air Kofi grabs a mic and says that he came to ROH for two reasons. He says that WWE was wasting his potential, and he wanted to feel like he mattered. He also said that he wants to capture ROH gold to prove to the world just how good he is.

 

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Adam Cole vs. Chris Sabin

 

In a match that had some good action and average heat, Chris Sabin defeated Adam Cole in 15:46 by pinfall with a Future Shock.

 

Grade: 56

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UPDATE:

 

 

 

So I have decided that for Pay-Per-Views, I will be doing detailed matches and promos to please my "inner writing spirit"

 

Tomorrow's ROH Wrestling will be up late, as I'm going to Six Flags Great America AKA the place where a burger and fries are 10 dollars

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Week 3, September 2014

Ring of Honor Wrestling

Grade: 76

 

As the opening video plays, the announcers say that as well as the two tournament matches, we will see Alex Shelley face Bobby Fish, and Chris Sabin take on Kyle O'Reilly, as well as the main event being Londrick vs. The Briscoes!

 

Steve Corino comes to the ring with a mic to thunderous heat from the crowd. One fan threw a soda at him, while another threw a chili cheese hot dog. Corino says there is no chance in hell that Styles will win tonight. He says that he has full confidence in Johnny Gargano, and that Rhino and Abyss will be watching from whoever knows where, and they are always ready to strike.

 

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Alex Shelley vs. Bobby Fish

 

In a match that had some good action and average heat, Alex Shelley defeated Bobby Fish in 9:56 by pinfall with a Shellshock.

 

Grade: 69

 

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Chris Sabin vs. Kyle O'Reilly

 

In a match that had some good action and average heat, Chris Sabin defeated Kyle O'Reilly in 8:40 by pinfall with a Future Shock.

 

Grade: 71

 

After the match, Bobby Fish runs out from the back and joins Kyle O'Reilly in beating up Sabin. After hitting both of their finishing moves, they go to the back, knowing their point has been made.

 

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Abyss vs. Jay Lethal

 

In a match that had some good action and average heat, Abyss defeated Jay Lethal in 12:54 by pinfall with a Black Hole Slam after a distraction from CIMA.

 

Grade: 68

 

Post match, Lethal and CIMA have a heated confrontation, both competitors not willing to give ground as ROH goes to commercial break.

 

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AJ Styles vs. Johnny Gargano

 

In a bout that featured great action and a good crowd, AJ Styles defeated Johnny Gargano in 15:06 by submission with a Calf Killer after a botched interference from Rhino.

 

Grade: 73

 

Styles calls out Corino and says that he is all full of lies. He says that you can't keep him down. He is the "Phenomenal One" and you can't keep him down. He will overcome all odds and become the ROH World Champion.

 

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Londrick vs. The Briscoes

 

In a match that had some good action and average heat, Paul London and Brian Kendrick drew with Jay Briscoe and Mark Briscoe in 18:30 following a double disqualification.

 

Grade: 83

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Week 4, September 2014

Ring of Honor Wrestling

Grade: 67

 

The camera cuts backstage, as redDRagon and Londrick are backstage discussing their enemies. They both agree that they absolutely HATE Motor City Machine Guns and The Briscoes. They agree to form a temporary alliance as they challenge the teams to a 4 vs. 4 match in the Main Event. Paul London checks his phone as he gets a creepy message from The Briscoes "You're on fools, but we will destroy you" Paul London gets scared as the music plays for the next match.

 

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Drew Galloway vs. Homicide

 

In a match that had some good action but not much in the way of heat, Drew Galloway defeated Homicide in 7:33 by pinfall with a Thee Move.

 

Grade: 61

 

Drew Galloway grabs a mic after the match and says that him and Tiger Raj Singh intend to continue their dominance of the ROH roster. He states that he challenges Bad Influence on behalf of himself and Tiger. Christopher Daniels comes out on the ramp to accept. Galloway looks pleased with himself, but he is jumped from behind by Kazarian! Wave of the Future! Galloway is down and out as Bad Influence chuckle walking to the back.

 

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Rhino vs. Chris Sabin

 

In a case of double booking that someone important may have forgotton about, Rhino defeated Chris Sabin in 7:20 by pinfall with a Gore. During the match we also had Abyss run in and attack Chris Sabin.

 

Grade: 55

 

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Air Kofi vs. Michael Bennett

 

In a match that had some good action but not much in the way of heat, Air Kofi defeated Michael Bennett in 9:06 by pinfall with a Trouble in Paradise.

 

Grade: 66

 

After the match, AJ Styles comes to the ring and talks to Air Kofi. Instead of the expected attack, the two shake hands. They say that they have teamed up to take out Corino's Coalition. They say that they don't care which one of them walks out with the title come Sunday, as long as it is not one of Corino's hired goons.

 

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Londrick and redDRagon vs. The Briscoes and Motor City Machine Guns

 

In a match that had some good action and average heat, Jay Briscoe, Mark Briscoe, Alex Shelley and Chris Sabin defeated Paul London, Brian Kendrick and redDRagon in 28:47 when Mark Briscoe defeated Paul London by pinfall with a Cut-Throat Suplex.

 

Grade: 71

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ROH Homecoming Preview

 

 

Four Way for ROH World Championship

 

AJ Styles vs. Air Kofi vs. Rhino vs. Abyss

Comments:

 

ROH Tag Team Titles:

 

Motor City Machine Guns vs. redDRagon ©

Comments:

 

ROH TV Title:

 

Jay Lethal © vs. CIMA

Comments:

 

ROH Pure Title:

 

Roderick Strong vs. Kevin Steen

Comments:

 

Londrick vs. The Briscoes

Comments:

 

The Enforcers vs. Bad Influence

Comments:

 

 

 

Random Thoughts:

 

 

My thought: I think I hear a WOO WOO WOO coming near a ROH ring soon...

[The Lloyd]

Four Way for ROH World Championship

 

AJ Styles vs. Air Kofi vs. Rhino vs. Abyss

Comments:

 

ROH Tag Team Titles:

 

Motor City Machine Guns vs. redDRagon ©

Comments:

 

ROH TV Title:

 

Jay Lethal © vs. CIMA

Comments:

 

ROH Pure Title:

 

Roderick Strong vs. Kevin Steen

Comments: 'Purely' because he is the best thing in wrestling right now!

 

Londrick vs. The Briscoes

Comments:

 

The Enforcers vs. Bad Influence

Comments:

 

 

 

Random Thoughts: Two years ago a friend told me to check out PWG and ROH to see Kevin Steen because, as a WWE and TNA fan, he said I'd love Steen, and he's 'The Best thin in wrestling that isn't in WWE or TNA'... So today, after not seeing him for a while, I asked my friend, since Steen seems to have signed for WWE, who is the best thing in wrestling...? And he said The Young Bucks!!! So how did they not make your card please?!?!

 

Keep up the great work here though man, loving your ROH diary so far

 

My thought: I think I hear a WOO WOO WOO coming near a ROH ring soon...

You know it!!!

[Mootinie]

ROH Homecoming Preview

 

 

Four Way for ROH World Championship

 

AJ Styles vs. Air Kofi vs. Rhino vs. Abyss

Comments: You need a lobotomy if you don't give AJ the belt.

 

ROH Tag Team Titles:

 

Motor City Machine Guns vs. redDRagon ©

Comments: MCMG are the better team. I like reDRagon in real life, but their stats kinda blow.

 

ROH TV Title:

 

Jay Lethal © vs. CIMA

Comments: As probably the only Dragon Gate fan on this board, I have to say I have a soft spot for CIMA, not only a great wrestler but a good booker too. He probably loses here though, I've already predicted one title change.

 

ROH Pure Title:

 

Roderick Strong vs. Kevin Steen

Comments: Steen should feud with Styles. Winning this belt is simply holding him back.

 

Londrick vs. The Briscoes

Comments: MCMG vs. Briscoes... ooft.

 

The Enforcers vs. Bad Influence

Comments: Putting Galloway & Mahal in the ring with those veterans is a good idea, that should help their development.

 

My thought: I think I hear a WOO WOO WOO coming near a ROH ring soon...

You know it!!!

 

Oh Lloydeo! Tell me everything you know!

[The Lloyd]

Oh Lloydeo! Tell me everything you know!

 

I know naaaaathing

 

But... I do know that if you like CIMA, then you should enjoy my WWE diary He's just debuted and has a BIG future! /shameless plug

[Wolfman84]

ROH Homecoming Preview

 

 

Four Way for ROH World Championship

 

AJ Styles vs. Air Kofi vs. Rhino vs. Abyss

Comments: I can't see Kofi or Rhino winning but I can see Abyss.

 

ROH Tag Team Titles:

 

Motor City Machine Guns vs. redDRagon ©

Comments: Match of the Night

 

ROH TV Title:

 

Jay Lethal © vs. CIMA

Comments:

 

ROH Pure Title:

 

Roderick Strong vs. Kevin Steen

Comments:

 

Londrick vs. The Briscoes

Comments: Great tag team match with the The Briscoes winning at the end.

 

The Enforcers vs. Bad Influence

Comments:

 

 

 

Random Thoughts: Some great tag matches on this card. I can see a Ultimate Endurance match down the line with four of those tag teams.

 

 

My thought: I think I hear a WOO WOO WOO coming near a ROH ring soon... Ric Flair is coming to Ring Of Honor

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AJ Styles vs. Air Kofi vs. Rhino vs. Abyss

Comments:

 

ROH Tag Team Titles:

 

Motor City Machine Guns vs. redDRagon ©

Comments:

 

ROH TV Title:

 

Jay Lethal © vs. CIMA

Comments:

 

ROH Pure Title:

 

Roderick Strong vs. Kevin Steen

Comments:

 

Londrick vs. The Briscoes

Comments:

 

The Enforcers vs. Bad Influence

Comments:

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My thought: I think I hear a WOO WOO WOO coming near a ROH ring soon... Ric Flair is coming to Ring Of Honor

 

 

I wish lol It's the other WWE woo-wooer

 

 

[but... I do know that if you like CIMA, then you should enjoy my WWE diary He's just debuted and has a BIG future! /shameless plug

 

 

Lloyd strikes again! Dang it!

[Kijar]

Four Way for ROH World Championship

AJ Styles vs. Air Kofi vs. Rhino vs. Abyss

Comments: I really would like Kofi or Rhino to come out on top, but I'm a pretty big Styles fan and I think he deserves the title

 

ROH Tag Team Titles:

Motor City Machine Guns vs. redDRagon ©

Comments:

 

ROH TV Title:

Jay Lethal © vs. CIMA

Comments:

 

ROH Pure Title:

Roderick Strong vs. Kevin Steen

Comments:

 

Londrick vs. The Briscoes

Comments:

 

The Enforcers vs. Bad Influence

Comments:

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Alright, so now Kyle O'Reilly suffered a Dislocated Knee wrestling Shane Hollister in AAW. So instead Motor City Machine Guns will be taking on the Young Bucks. Everyone will be given a free point in substitution of the prediction. Also, Londrick vs. The Briscoes will be a 30 minute Iron Man match

[KnowYourEnemy]

Alright, so now Kyle O'Reilly suffered a Dislocated Knee wrestling Shane Hollister in AAW. So instead Motor City Machine Guns will be taking on the Young Bucks. Everyone will be given a free point in substitution of the prediction. Also, Londrick vs. The Briscoes will be a 30 minute Iron Man match

 

Is another tournament in order? I love tag team tournaments -- so much unpredictability.

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Nah, he's only out for 2 weeks so they will keep the titles.

[daulten6]

Four Way for ROH World Championship

 

AJ Styles vs. Air Kofi vs. Rhino vs. Abyss

 

Comments:

 

ROH TV Title

 

Jay Lethal © vs. CIMA

Comments:

 

ROH Pure Title:

 

Roderick Strong vs. Kevin Steen

Comments:

 

Londrick vs. The Briscoes

Comments:

 

The Enforcers vs. Bad Influence

Comments:

 

 

 

Random Thoughts:

[olympia]

AJ Styles vs. Air Kofi vs. Rhino vs. Abyss

Comments: AJ is the best of class, and deserving of the title

 

ROH Tag Team Titles:

 

Motor City Machine Guns vs. redDRagon ©

Comments: great team, great action. nice addition to the history of this belt

 

ROH TV Title:

 

Jay Lethal © vs. CIMA

Comments:

 

ROH Pure Title:

 

Roderick Strong vs. Kevin Steen

Comments: Strong always seems to be held back. He's a great talent, but never seems to get that extra push to the top. Hoping that changes here

 

Londrick vs. The Briscoes

Comments:

 

The Enforcers vs. Bad Influence

Comments:

you just put the Enforcers together as a killer tag team, so I don't see the push ending just yet. Bad Influence puts them over and continues their rise to super stardom

[KnowYourEnemy]

AJ Styles vs. Air Kofi vs. Rhino vs. Abyss

Comments: AJ is the clear favorite, but... Kofi should be decently over, and a talent as over as Styles doesn't need the belt.

 

ROH TV Title

Jay Lethal © vs. CIMA

Comments: Lethal takes the victory here -- should be easy.

 

ROH Pure Title:

Roderick Strong vs. Kevin Steen

Comments: Personal preference...

Londrick vs. The Briscoes

Comments:

 

The Enforcers vs. Bad Influence

Comments:

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Week 4, September 2014

ROH Homecoming

Grade: 68

 

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[After the announcers welcome the audience to Ring of Honor Homecoming, Steve Corino comes to the ring to thunderous boos. Corino tells the crowd that they don't matter. Abyss or Rhino will win tonight and there is NOTHING they can do about it. Corino's Coalition will continue their dominance over the roster, and that's the bottom line. Fans throw various foods and drinks at Corino as the cameras cut away]

 

Match #1

 

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Bad Influence vs. The Enforcers

 

[A good back and forth tag team match here to start out the show. Galloway and Daniels counter each others moves with fluidity. Daniels gained the advantage after hitting an STO followed by a Crossbody. However, he only gets a two count. As Daniels is taunting Galloway, looking to hit an Angel's Wings, Galloway gets up and hits a Big Boot. Both competitors tag out to their competitors. Kazarian gains the advantage, hitting Singh with a Powerbomb. As Kaz is looking to hit a Wave of the Future, Singh counters it into a Sands of Time! As Kazarian is down, Singh locks in the Camel Clutch! Kazarian is in pain! He tries to crawl but he is pulled back! He taps! He taps! Singh wins the match for the Enforcers.

 

Winners: The Enforcers (via Submission @ 12:42)

 

Match #2

 

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ROH Television Championship

Jay Lethal defends against CIMA

 

[During the match, Lethal acts as a weasel, consistently going out of the ring as CIMA looks to hit a move. However, Lethal manages to attack CIMA from behind and manages to hit a Lethal Injection on CIMA for the two count! The two brawl back and forth for a while, but Lethal mannages to hit another Lethal Injection on CIMA! Instead of pinning CIMA, Lethal hits a Lethal Injection on the ref! Lethal Injections for everybody! Truth Martini looks to throw Lethal a chair, but he is attacked from behind by Prince Nana! Lethal looks distracted, and CIMA takes advantage. He hits a Neiji to Hashi on Lethal. He says that it is over in Japanese! He hits a Schwein! Goes for the pin, 1! 2! 3! CIMA has won the Television Championship!

 

Winner: CIMA (via Pinfall @ 16:52)

Grade: 71

 

Match #3

 

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ROH Pure Championship

Roderick Strong vs. Kevin Steen

 

[in this match, Steen seemed angry as he was supposed to be getting an ROH World Championship shot. He looked to brutalize Strong in every way possible, irish whipping Strong into the stairs, followed by a spear through the barricade. However, he is outside the ring so there is nothing Steen can do other than laying down a beating. He puts on the Sharpshooter to put pain on Strong. There is no countouts as this a No DQ match. The two get in the ring Steen with his back towards the entrance-way looking to put an end to this. But Steen is attacked from behind! It's Rhino! GORE! GORE! GORE! Strong picks Steen up, Gibson Driver! Strong puts his feet on the ropes for leverage and gets the three count for the win.

Winner: Roderick Strong (via Pinfall @ 17:34)

Grade: 60

Match #4

 

 

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30 Minute Iron Man Match

The Briscoes vs. Londrick

 

[This match was a match for the ages as both competitors are hugely experienced tag teams. The first fall occured with Paul London and Mark Briscoe in the ring brawling it out. London knocked Briscoe over and London was able to hit a 450 splash for the first fall. More wrestling occurs as both competitors tag out to their partners. Londrick isolated Mark Briscoe using underhanded tactics to wear him down. Kendrick hit a Shooting Star Press on Briscoe for the second fall. After that pin, the tides changed to the Briscoes getting the advantage. Jay manages to use his knowledge of wrestling techniques to wear down Kendrick, eventually hitting a Hurricanrana followed by a Jay-Driller for the pin making the score 2-1. Kendrick manages to get enough momentum back to tag in London while Jay tags in Mark. Mark and Jay isolate London to the point where Mark hits a Froggy Bow to make the pin even. With a minute left, London and Jay were in the ring brawling. London manages to gain the advantage. 30 seconds left. London hits a Northern Lights Suplex! He stumbles up to the top rope! 10 seconds left! 450 SPLASH! London goes for the cover! One, TWO, THREE! Londrick gets the pin with 2 seconds left. 1, the bell rings! Londrick wins with a last second pin! What a heart-stopping match!]

 

Winner: Londrick (via Pinfall 3-2 @ 30:00)

Grade: 83

 

 

Match #5

 

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Motor City Machine Guns vs. The Young Bucks

 

[This match was a dream match for independent wrestling fans, with two huge tag teams fighting it out. Shelley hits an early frog splash on Nick Jackson for a two count. Nick tags out to Matt and Shelley goes out to Sabin. The Young Bucks double-team Sabin hitting multiple super-kicks on Sabin, with Nick hitting his 450 splash for a close two count. Both teams continue tagging out to each other, each team not being able to get the three-count. However, the match ended as Shelley and Sabin hit a Double-team Made in Detroit on Matt Jackson for the victory.

 

Winner: Motor City Machine Guns (via Pinfall @ 20:53)

Grade: 77

 

Match #6

 

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ROH World Championship

AJ Styles vs. Air Kofi vs. Abyss vs. Rhino

 

[in a match that decided the first ROH World Champion of the new era, fans saw Styles and Kofi teaming up to fight off Abyss and Rhino. There were many close falls in the match which had the fans gasping. It almost ended as Rhino gored Kofi into a steel chair for a 2 and a half, only to be broken up by Styles. However, the end of the match was one that will be talked out for weeks to come. Rhino had been thrown to the outside by Styles and Kofi. Kofi goes to the top rope! He hits a top rope splash to Rhino on the outside! Both are down. Styles and Abyss in the ring, STYLES CLASH! One! Two! Three! Styles is your new Ring of Honor World Champion!

 

Winner: AJ Styles (via Pinfall @ 23:59)

Grade: 67

 

 

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[After the match, Styles and Kofi celebrate together with Styles' new championship after conquering Corino's Coalition. Surprise music hits as Steen walks out to the ring. However, he does not attack them, as he shakes the two's hands. Steen says that he is going to join Styles and Kofi to take down the men that cost him a championship. The three pose for the fans as ROH Homecoming goes off the air.]

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Lloyd- 2

Mootinie- 4

Wolfman- 3

Ayden- 5

Kijar- 3

Dault- 3

olympia- 5

KnowYourEnemy- 2

 

So therefore, Ayden and Olympia win! Congrats, your prizes will be sent soon.

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Week 1, October 2014

Ring of Honor Wrestling

Grade: 62

 

AJ Styles comes to the ring with is newly won ROH World Championship with a mic. He says that he knew Abyss and Rhino wouldn't be a problem. He calls them has-beens. However, he issues an open challenge to anyone for Only the Strong Survive. Anyone in the locker room will be able to accept. There is no accepted challenge as the cameras cut away. Who will take up Styles on his challenge?

 

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Drew Galloway vs. Cedric Alexander

 

In a match that had some good action and average heat, Drew Galloway defeated Cedric Alexander in 5:46 by pinfall with a Thee Move.

 

Grade: 60

 

After the match, Drew Galloway grabs a mic and tells the crowd that he and Tiger are still going to continue their path to dominance of the ROH Tag Team roster. He says that their next challenge is The Briscoe Brothers.

 

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ROH World Television Championship

CIMA © vs. Matt Sydal

 

In a match that had some good action and average heat, CIMA defeated Matt Sydal in 8:53 by pinfall with a Schwein following botched interference by Jay Lethal. CIMA makes defence number 1 of his ROH World Television title.

 

Grade: 60

 

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Abyss vs. Adam Cole

 

In a bout that had a good crowd and good action, Abyss defeated Adam Cole in 11:44 by pinfall with a Black Hole Slam. During the match we also had Rhino run in and attack Adam Cole.

 

Grade: 60

 

A short hype package plays summarizing the feud between AJ Styles faction Air Force and Corino's Coalition, showing Steen joining Air Force, Styles winning the title, and Abyss' ROH debut.

 

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Colt Cabana vs. Air Kofi

 

In a bout that had a good crowd and good action, Air Kofi defeated Colt Cabana in 10:36 by pinfall with a Trouble in Paradise.

 

Grade: 68

 

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Roderick Strong and Bobby Fish vs. Motor City Machine Guns

 

In a bout that featured great action and a good crowd, Roderick Strong and Bobby Fish defeated Alex Shelley and Chris Sabin in 10:35 when Roderick Strong defeated Alex Shelley by pinfall with a Gibson Driver.

 

Grade: 70

 

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Kevin Steen vs. Rhino

 

In a bout that featured great action and a good crowd, Kevin Steen drew with Rhino in 12:59 following a double disqualification.

 

Grade: 56

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Week 2, October 2014

Ring of Honor Wrestling

Grade: 66

 

Air Kofi comes to the ring by himself to announce his intentions for the future. He says that at Only the Strong Survive, he intends to challenge for the ROH Pure Title. He says that the ball is now in Strong's court to accept his challenge and defend his title like a man.

 

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The Young Bucks vs. The Decade

 

In a match that had some good action and a good crowd, The Young Bucks defeated The Decade in 8:31 when Nick Jackson defeated BJ Whitmer by pinfall with a 450 Splash. During the match we also had Jimmy Jacobs turn on BJ Whitmer.

 

Grade: 72

 

AJ Styles comes to the ring and says that his challenge from last week is still valid. He says that nobody accepted his challenge because they are scared of The Phenomenal One! Whoever accepts his challenge will be in for the fight of a lifetime at Only the Strong Survive.

 

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Johnny Gargano vs. Tim Donst

 

In a bout that had a good crowd and good action, Johnny Gargano defeated Tim Donst in 5:43 by submission with The Gargano Escape.

 

Grade: 58

 

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Motor City Machine Guns vs. C and C Wrestling Factory

 

 

In a match that had some good action and average heat, Alex Shelley and Chris Sabin defeated Caprice Coleman and Cedric Alexander in 8:04 when Alex Shelley defeated Cedric Alexander by submission with a Border City Stretch.

 

Grade: 68

 

AJ Styles is seen walking backstage, minding his own business. He appears to be going to catering but is jumped from behind by Jimmy Jacobs. Multiple chair shots to Styles body. Without saying a word, Jacobs has accepted Styles' challenge!

 

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Londrick vs. Bad Influence

 

In a match that had some good action and average heat, Paul London and Brian Kendrick defeated Bad Influence in 18:50 when Brian Kendrick defeated Frankie Kazarian by submission.

 

Grade: 76

 

Leaving the arena, Bad Influence are seen arguing backstage. They are mad that they have been on a losing streak lately and that they need to pick up momentum.

 

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Air Force vs. Corino's Coalition and Adam Cole

 

In a bout that featured great action and a good crowd, AJ Styles, Air Kofi and Kevin Steen drew with Abyss, Rhino and Adam Cole in 15:02 when the referee lost control and stopped the match.

 

Grade: 61

 

 

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Week 3, October 2014

Ring of Honor Wrestling

Grade: 73

 

AJ Styles and Jimmy Jacobs come to the ring flanked by about 2-3 road agents. They announce that they have accepted to do a Pick Your Poison challenge for tonight's ROH Wrestling. Styles' opponent will be Rhino, and Jacobs' opponent will be Kevin Steen.

 

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Abyss vs. Chris Hero

 

In a match that had some good action and average heat, Abyss defeated Chris Hero in 9:30 by pinfall with a Black Hole Slam.

 

Grade: 64

 

After their match, Kevin Steen comes to the ring with a mic and starts insulting Abyss. He spews about everything he can think of to get under Abyss' skin. He ends it by challenging Abyss to a PPV match, which Abyss accepts.

 

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Adam Cole vs. Christopher Daniels

 

In a bout that featured great action and average heat, Adam Cole defeated Christopher Daniels in 8:48 by pinfall with a Florida Key following botched interference by Frankie Kazarian.

 

Grade: 73

 

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CIMA vs. BJ Whitmer

 

In a match that had some good action and average heat, CIMA defeated BJ Whitmer in 6:03 by pinfall with a Schwein.

 

Grade: 52

 

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Jimmy Jacobs vs. Kevin Steen

 

In a bout that featured great action and a good crowd, Jimmy Jacobs drew with Kevin Steen in 17:41 following a double disqualification.

 

Grade: 73

 

After a commercial break, Adam Cole starts cutting a promo. He says that he wants an opponent at Only the Strong Survive. He says that the first person to interrupt his speaking gets to face the great Adam Cole at the PPV. He is interrupted however, with a vignette hyping "The Long Island Asshole" Brett Major. It's set for the PPV. Adam Cole vs. Brett Major at Only the Strong Survive.

 

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AJ Styles vs. Rhino

 

In a bout that featured great action and a good crowd, AJ Styles defeated Rhino in 17:59 by submission with a Calf Killer.

 

Grade: 76

 

After the match, a wild brawl ensues with Styles and Jacobs using a variety of weapons including a chair, a cowbell, and a frozen pepperoni pizza. Both are bleeding as they are pulled apart by about every backstage official ROH has employed.

 

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ROH World Championship

AJ Styles © vs. Jimmy Jacobs

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ROH Pure Championship:

Roderick Strong © vs. Air Kofi

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Kevin Steen vs. Abyss

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ROH TV Championship:

CIMA © vs. Jay Lethal

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ROH Tag Team Championships:

Motor City Machine Guns vs. redDRagon ©

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Londrick vs. The Young Bucks

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The Enforcers vs. The Briscoes

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Adam Cole vs. "The Long Island Asshole" Brett Major

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