WWE: Then. Now. Forever.

Pipers Pit · December 1, 2018

5 Brands

1 Universe

CURRENT CHAMPIONS (MAY Week 1 2019)

WWE Universal Champion Braun Strowman

WWE Champion Finn Balor

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RAW Women's Champion Becky Lynch

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Smackdown Live Women's Champion Charlotte Flair

WWE Intercontinental Champion Velveteen Dream

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WWE United States Champion Shinsuke Nakamura

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RAW Tag Team Champions The Revival

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Smackdown Live Tag Team Champions Heavy Machinery

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WWE Cruiserweight Champion Zack Sabre Jr.

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NXT Champion Adam Cole

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NXT Women's Champion Nikki Cross

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NXT North American Champion Ricochet

NXT Tag Team Champions Kyle O’Reilly and Roderick Strong

NXT UK Champion Pete Dunne

NXT UK Women's Champion Rhea Ripley

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December 2018 recap

RAW

The Red Brand rode their Survivor Series success into the final month of the year and as TLC approached, all eyes were on the war between former Shield brothers Dean Ambrose and Seth Rollins. Their upcoming Intercontinental match should be a great one. In other news Braun Strowman has been out several weeks with an elbow injury but he will return at TLC to take on the would-be full time General Manager Baron Corbin. RAW Women’s Champion Ronda Rousey continues to dedicate herself to being the champion RAW deserves and has pressed herself into title defenses twice this month against Dana Brooke and Tamina but her biggest challenge in the form of Nia Jax looms at TLC.

Smackdown Live

Smackdown Commissioner Shane McMahon continued to take his brand’s disappointing very hard, turning to near paranoia. Early in December, McMahon accused commentator Corey Graves of acting as a spy for RAW and threw him out of the building. The next week Byron Saxon tried to stand up for his friend and McMahon fired him too. Since then, WWF Hall of Famer Booker T has been working a two man booth with Tom Phillips. Champion Daniel Bryan has continued to show a complete disregard for anyone other than himself, prizing his championship above anything else but at TLC his rematch with AJ Styles promises to be can’t-miss. The triple threat TLC match between Becky Lynch, Charlotte Flair, and Asuka is a fan’s dream come true and although all three superstars have a real shot at the championship, only one can be the Man, as they say.

205 Live

Champion Buddy Murphy has been dominant as the Juggernaut of 205 but he’ll be defending his title at TLC against former champion Cedric Alexander. The brand has gained some more veteran talent with Tyler Breeze joining from RAW as well as the Lucha House Party being made 205 exclusive. General Manager Drake Maverick has also announced a fatal four way for the Royal Rumble but participants haven’t been named yet.

NXT

Following the chaos of War Games, NXT went into December with three men wanting to challenge Tomasso Ciampa for the NXT title: Aleister Black, Johnny Gargano and The Velveteen Dream. That set the stage for a three way dance on the final NXT of the year where Black was victorious and will go to TakeOver Phoenix to try to reclaim his gold. Though Pete Dunne and Ricochet were allies at War Games the WWE UK Champion has made it clear he wants the North American Title. Adam Cole also has his sights set on recapturing his gold. The first NXT of the year will feature Cole vs Dunne to see who the challenger is. The war between Shayna Baszler and Kairi Sane took a new dimension when each woman found backup at War Games. It appears that these six women are headed to a collision. The Undisputed Era may claim dominance of NXT but, they have a war brewing with some deranged vikings. At TakeOver Phoenix the Undisputed Era will have to defend their Tag Team Titles against Rowe and Hanson as this war rages on. And finally, the King of Bro's has begun his ascension but a bitter foe just won't let go. At TakeOver Phoenix, Matt Riddle will look to vanquish Kassius Ohno for good and then climb the mountain in N-X-T, B-R-O.

NXTUK

In the fall, Triple H, continued his vision of reshaping the business with the launch of the first ever WWE brand devoted to the United Kingdom, NXT UK. After debuting with much fanfare, the first major event for the brand was announced: NXT UK TakeOver: Blackpool. WWE UK Champion, Pete Dunne, has been in a battle for his championship (and potentially his career) with the union of the Coffey Brothers and Wolfgang known as Gallus. At NXT UK TakeOver: Blackpool, Dunne will put his title on the line against the leader of Gallus, Joe Coffey. Is this the time when Dunne finally falls? Perhaps the hottest up and coming tag team in NXT UK are Mustache Mountain (Tyler Bate & Trent Seven). Bate is a fan favorite to NXT American audiences after his battles with Dunne and hes a favorite to the UK crowd as well. They have made it to the finals of the NXT UK Tag Team Title tournament and will hope to grab the gold at TakeOver. Eddie Dennis has been on a tear of NXT UK since it launched and no one has seemed to be able to stop the trouble that he caused. But, perhaps the one guy who can is the big bruiser, Mastiff. NXT UK General Manager Johnny Saint has decided to send Mastiff after Dennis and this unusual match up of styles will collide at TakeOver. At the end of November, Rhea Ripley, captured the NXT UK Womens Championship by beating the 2018 Mae Young Winner, Toni Storm. Storm said that she would cash in her shot at a womens title (as part of winning the Classic) in a rematch with Ripley. That rematch is set - at NXT UK TakeOver: Blackpool it will be new NXT UK Womens Champion Rhea Ripley defending against perhaps the best women's wrestler in the world, Toni Storm.

Elsewhere

All Elite Wrestling opened its doors in December with none other than Y2J Chris Jericho at the helm, good ol’ JR Jim Ross involved behind the scenes and the hefty checkbook of the Khan family who invested an initial $2,500,000 in the project and their new show, Tuesday Night Dynomite will debut on AXS. Normally a new company needs time to find its wings but off the bat the top free agents in the world all put their names on the dotted line. Cody, Kenny Omega, Adam Page, Marty Scrull, and the Young Bucks turned the wrestling world on its head by becoming the bedrocks of AEW. Now we wait to see who else will sign up for this new venture.

Ring of Honor continues to grow and put on well received shows and events. What the company brings to the table in skill, some say they are lacking in star power now especially with the defections of some of their top names to All Elite. Who will step up or join up with ROH to replace those who have left?

Jeff Jarrett is giving Global Force Wrestling another try but many industry insiders don’t think he’ll be able to make a go of it. With limited funding and a lot of question marks for the roster this may end up being Jarrett’s swan song.

New Japan Pro Wrestling continues to expand its influence on North America as their AXS show carries on, now without the voice of a generation behind the mic. Fighting an uphill battle against the entrenched WWE, can New Japan continue to increase its foothold and cut into the American market?

Finally, what is there to say about Impact Wrestling that has not already been said in one simple word: terrible? The quality of the product continues to suffer as they hemorrhage talent but they may have a bright spot on the horizon from a place not many would have predicted in years past. The WWE and Impact have formed what is being described as a working relationship as the year comes to an end. It will be interesting to see how 2019 treats the fledgling former proud promotion.

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WWE Cruiserweight Championship

Buddy Murphy © vs Cedric Alexander

-The Juggernaut of 205 Live shows why he’s garnered that nickname as he overpowers Alexander around the ring in the opening moments. He gets several two counts, showing no mercy as he punishes the challenger but when he misses a splash in the corner, Alexander mounts a comeback, staggering Murphy with a series of right hands before nailing a pinpoint dropkick. Alexander is feeding off the crowd and goes to the top but Murphy hits the ropes and crotches him. Murphy climbs up, secures Alexander on his shoulders, and falls back delivering a devastating Samoan Drop. He makes the cover for the 1…2…no, Alexander kicks out! Murphy, by now clearly annoyed and frustrated he picks up Alexander who still hasn’t recovered, and delivers Murphy’s Law for the win.

Universal Title Match/Full General Manager Stipulation

Braun Strowman vs Baron Corbin

-A still injured Strowman fought off an early barrage by Corbin intent on ending the match quickly but the Monster Among Men fought back. Strowman looked close to victory but his arm gave out, dropping Corbin into the referee. Corbin slid to the outside to collect a chair but Kurt Angle ran down to ringside and entered the ring, delivering an Angle Slam from behind before Corbin could use the chair on Strowman. Angle revived the ref as Strowman collected himself before putting Corbin down for the three count with a big powerslam.

RAW Women’s Championship

Ronda Rousey © vs Nia Jax

-The match opens with Ronda, for the first time, showing..concern as she cannot get a handle on how to get Nia off her feet. Nia really dominates alot of this match throwing Ronda around and using her size advantage to beat the champion down. Nia scores with several near falls (including after rolling the champ in following a jumping leg drop from the steps onto Ronda on the floor) but, she can't put Ronda away and becomes frustrated. The tide turns when Nia charges Ronda in a corner but the champ sidesteps and Nia hits her head on the ring post. Ronda begins to battle back with some stiff shots and finally is able to scoop Nia up and nail her version of the Death Valley Driver for a 2 count. When Nia goes for the armbar, Nia swings to deck Ronda but Ronda ducks and spins out. Nia is able to grab the champ and go for the Samoan Drop but, Ronda is able to wiggle around and lock on the arm bar while being on Nia's back. Nia is forced down to a knee and Ronda stands up and finally locks it on fully. Nia is screaming and just as she is about to tap, Tamina runs in and delivers a stiff kick to Ronda's face forcing the ref to ring the bell and award the match to Ronda by DQ.

Dean Ambrose vs Seth Rollins

-The fight begins before the bell even rings as Ambrose ambushes Rollins coming down the ramp. They brawl around ringside for a few minutes before entering the ring. Rollins begins teeing off on Ambrose getting a near fall but Ambrose rolls out of the ring and when Rollins follows, he’s sent head first into post. Ambrose quickly slides him back into the ring and hits Dirty Deeds but at the last second Rollins gets his foot on the ropes. Ambrose looks manic and begins to pick up Rollins to deliver another DDT when Rollins pulls him into a small cradle and gets the win.

Smackdown Live Women’s Championship

Becky Lynch © vs Charlotte Flair vs Asuka

The match lives up to the hype as all three women use everything that isn’t nailed down to batter each other. Lynch is the first to employ a chair as she wears out Charlotte across the back but Asuka ducks a wild swing and kicks the chair back into Becky’s face. Asuka and Becky brawl around the outside, teasing someone going through the announcer’s table and not paying attention to Charlotte who climbs to the top and moonsaults off, taking out the other two. Becky is the first to her feet and seeing an opportunity she goes to climb a ladder but Asuka follows her up and while they trade right hands at the top of the ladder, Asuka does an amazing jumping swinging backhand to knock Becky off the ladder and she lands in a heap. But before Asuka can reach up to the championship, Charlotte picks up the ladder and tilts it until Asuka falls off to the outside, through a table which had earlier been set up. Charlotte, with a wide grin climbs the ladder and yanks down the belt to become yet again the Smackdown Women’s Champion.

No Disqualification Match

Randy Orton vs Rey Mysterio

-Under the guise of no disqualification, this grudge match which has been building for weeks finally explodes and it’s the smaller Mysterio who unleashes a violent aggression that hasn’t ever been seen from him. From all around the ring to every corner inside, Mysterio keeps Orton on his heels as he punches, kicks and flies, landing attacks from every angle. Orton finally recovers with a low blow and deals out his own form of punishment for the next several minutes. Orton’s sadistic smile begins to show as he keeps trying to focus on re-injuring Mysterio’s throat but when he goes to throw Mysterio into the corner with a chair wrapped around his head, Mysterio blocks it with his feet, then mulekicks Orton low. With the Viper stunned, Mysterio takes the chair off, measures Orton and then cracks him in the head once, twice, three times with the chair. The last hit knocks Orton into the ropes, in perfect position as Mysterio bounds off them and connects with the 619. He makes the cover and gets the win and his dignity back.

WWE Championship

Daniel Bryan © vs AJ Styles

-Daniel Bryan seems to be one step ahead of AJ in this match from the beginning, forcing the former champion to react out of emotion and frustration instead of a solid game plan. Bryan dodges and slips away, hitting and moving away while taunting but that ends when AJ catches him with a pele kick. AJ goes on the offense, determined to regain his championship but Bryan flips over AJ during an attempted vertical suplex and hits a quick german suplex before synching in the Yes Lock. AJ fights and gets to the ropes and Bryan doesn’t break until almost the five count. AJ slips to the outside, and climbs onto the apron as Bryan closes in but AJ knocks the champion onto his back with a big right hand. Looking to the crowd, AJ sizes Bryan up for the Phenomenal Forearm. Bryan begins to get to his feet when suddenly the three members of Sanity come from under the ring and yank AJ off the apron. The referee calls for the bell as Eric Young calls the shots and orchestrates the beat down of Styles which culminates with a spike piledriver onto the floor. Meanwhile Daniel Bryan collects his championship with a crooked smile as he watches and the show goes off the air.

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WWE Chairman

Vince McMahon

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WWE COO

Triple H

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RAW CEO

Stephanie McMahon

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RAW General Manager

Kurt Angle

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Acting RAW General Manager

Baron Corbin

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Champions

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WWE Universal Championship

Brock Lesnar

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WWE Intercontinental Championship

Seth Rollins

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WWE Raw Tag Team Championship

The Authors of Pain

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WWE Raw Women’s Championship

Ronda Rousey

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Active

Akam

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Alexa Bliss

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Alicia Fox

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Apollo Crews

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Bayley

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Bo Dallas

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Bobby Lashley

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Bobby Roode

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Braun Strowman

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Bray Wyatt

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Brie Bella

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Brock Lesnar

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Chad Gable

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Curt Hawkins

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Curtis Axel

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Dana Brooke

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Dash Wilder

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Dean Ambrose

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Dolph Ziggler

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Drake Maverick

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Drew McIntyre

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Elias

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Ember Moon

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Fandango

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Finn Balor

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Goldust

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Heath Slater

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Jason Jordan

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Jinder Mahal

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John Cena

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Kevin Owens

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Konnor

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Lio Rush

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Liv Morgan

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Mickie James

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Mojo Rawley

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Natalya

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Nia Jax

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Nikki Bella

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Paul Heyman

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Rezar

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Rhyno

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Roman Reigns

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Ronda Rousey

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Ruby Riott

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Sami Zayn

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Samir Singh

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Sarah Logan

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Sasha Banks

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Scott Dawson

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Seth Rollins

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Sunil Singh

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Tamina Snuka

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Titus O’Neill

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Viktor

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Zack Ryder

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Broadcasters

Michael Cole

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Corey Graves

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Renee Young

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Charley Caruso

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Referees

Chad Patton

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Scott Armstrong

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John Cone

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Rod Zapata

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Shawn Bennett

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WWE Chairman

Vince McMahon

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WWE COO

Triple H

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Smackdown CEO

Shane McMahon

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Smackdown General Manager

Paige

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Champions

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WWE Championship

Daniel Bryan

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WWE United States Championship

Shinsyuke Nakamura

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WWE Smackdown Tag Team Championship

The Bar

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WWE Smackdown Women’s Championship

Charlotte Flair

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Active

Aiden English

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AJ Styles

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Alexander Wolfe

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Andrade Almas

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Asuka

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Becky Lynch

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Big E

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Billie Kay

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Carmella

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Cesaro

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Charlotte Flair

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Daniel Bryan

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Epico Colon

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Eric Young

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Harper

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Jeff Hardy

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Jey Uso

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Jimmy Uso

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Karl Anderson

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Killian Dain

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Kofi Kingston

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Lana

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Luke Gallows

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Mandy Rose

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Maryse

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Naomi

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Peyton Royce

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Primo Colon

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Randy Orton

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Rowan

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R-Truth

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Rusev

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Samoa Joe

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Sheamus

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Shelton Benjamin

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Shinsuke Nakamura

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Sin Cara

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Sonya Deville

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The Big Show

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The Miz

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Xavier Woods

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Zelina Vega

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Broadcasters

Tom Phillips

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Booker T

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Kayla Braxton

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Referees

Mike Chioda

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Jason Ayers

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Ryan Tran

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Dan Engler

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Charles Robinson

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WWE Chairman

Vince McMahon

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WWE COO

Triple H

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205 Live General Manager

Drake Maverick

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Champions

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WWE Cruiserweight Champion

Buddy Murphy

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Active

Akira Tozawa

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Ariya Daivari

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Buddy Murphy

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Cedrick Alexander

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Drew Gulak

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Jack Gallagher

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Gran Metallik

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Hideo Itami

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Kalisto

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Lince Dorado

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Maria Kanellis

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Mike Kanellis

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Mustafa Ali

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Noam Dar

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The Brian Kendrick

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TJP

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Tony Nese

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Tyler Breeze

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Broadcasters

Vic Joseph

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Nigel McGuinness

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Percy Watson

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Cathy Kelley

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Referees

Mike Chioda

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Jason Ayers

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Ryan Tran

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Dan Engler

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Charles Robinson

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Kimberly · December 1, 2018

<div style="text-align:center;">JANUARY 2019

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WWE Chairman

Vince McMahon

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WWE COO

Triple H

<img alt="zUzuag6.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/zUzuag6.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" />

NXT General Manager

William Regal

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Champions

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NXT Champion

Tommaso Ciampa

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NXT North American Champion

Ricochet

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NXT Tag Team Champions

Kyle O’Reilly and Roderick Strong

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NXT Women’s Champion

Shayna Baszler

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</div>

Active

Adam Cole

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Adrian Jaoude

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Aleister Black

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Aliyah

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Amanpreet Singh

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Babatunde

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Bianca Belair

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Big Boa

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Bobby Fish

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Brennan Williams

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Candice LeRae

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Cezar Bonomi

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Dan Matha

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Daniel Vidot

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Danny Burch

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Deonna Purrazzo

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Dominik Dijak

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EC3

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Fabian Aichner

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Gabriel Ealy

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Gary Gordon

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Hanson

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Io Shirai

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Jaxson Ryker

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Jeet Rama

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Jessamyn Duke

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Jessie Elaban

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Johnny Gargano

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Kacy Catanzaro

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Kairi Sane

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Kassius Ohno

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Keith Lee

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Kona Reeves

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Kyle O’Reilly

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Lacey Evans

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Lars Sullivan

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Luke Menzies

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Marcel Barthel

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Marina Shafir

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Matt Riddle

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Mia Yum

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MJ Jenkins

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Montez Ford

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Nick Miller

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Nikki Cross

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Oney Lorcan

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Otis Dozovic

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No Way Jose

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Paul Ellering

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Raul Mendoza

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Reina Gonzalez

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Ricochet

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Riddick Moss

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Roderick Strong

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Rowe

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Shane Thorn

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Shayna Baszler

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Steve Cutler

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Taynara Conti

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Tegan Nox

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The Velveteen Dream

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Tino Sabbatelli

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Tommaso Ciampa

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Tucker Knight

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Tye Dillinger

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Uriel Ealy

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Vanessa Borne

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Wesley Blake

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Xia Li

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Broadcasters

Mauro Ranallo

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Nigel McGuinness

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Percy Watson

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Dasha Fuentes

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Referees

DA Brewer

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Darryl Sharma

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Drake Wuertz

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Eddie Orengo

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Jessika Carr

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Tom Castor

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WWE Chairman

Vince McMahon

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WWE COO

Triple H

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NXT UK General Manager

Johnny Saint

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Champions

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NXT UK Championship

Pete Dunne

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NXT UK Women’s Championship

Rhea Ripley

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NXT UK Tag Team Championship

The Grizzled Young Veterans

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Active

Amir Jordan

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Ashton Smith

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Charlie Morgan

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Dakota Kai

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Dave Mastiff

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Eddie Dennis

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Isla Dawn

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James Drake

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Jinny

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Joe Coffee

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Joseph Conners

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Kenny Williams

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Killer Kelly

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Ligero

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Mark Andrews

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Mark Coffee

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Mike Hitchman

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Morgan Webster

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Nina Samuels

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Pete Dunne

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Rhea Ripley

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Sam Gradwell

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Saxon Huxley

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Toni Storm

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Travis Banks

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Trent Seven

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Tyler Bate

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Tyson T-Bone

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Wolfgang

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Zack Gibson

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Broadcasters

Vic Joseph

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Nigel McGuinness

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Cathy Kelley

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Referees

Joel Allen

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Chris Sharpe

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Pipers Pit · December 2, 2018

<div style="text-align:center;"><iframe width="300" height="150" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/BnD_UG_3bYo" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/BnD_UG_3bYo"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> A video is shown recapping the previous night’s TLC event, highlighting the RAW brand matches with still photos and audio from the commentary team. Rating: 8.3 <iframe width="350" height="175" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/BDtDHPgGrvc" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/BDtDHPgGrvc"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <img alt="92LZbun.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/92LZbun.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="FDIrk8S.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/FDIrk8S.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="jftzXLz.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/jftzXLz.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Following the opening package we’re taken to the announcer’s table where Michael Cole, Corey Graves, and Renee Young hype the two big matches of the night: A return match for the RAW Women’s Championship between Ronda Rousey and Nia Jax….. <img alt="Hc57HL3.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Hc57HL3.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Z3AxLYN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Z3AxLYN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> ...and in the main event, Dean Ambrose versus Finn Balor. <img alt="JxooUbf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/JxooUbf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="VFEVGyy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFEVGyy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Rating: 7.9 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <iframe width="200" height="100" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/-swF-ycY-XE" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/-swF-ycY-XE"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <img alt="scYBYdo.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/scYBYdo.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="J23GQKb.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/J23GQKb.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> RAW CEO Stephanie McMahon comes down to the ring with Baron Corbin in tow. She hypes last night’s TLC but before she can continue, Corbin begins blaming his loss to Braun Strowman on everything but himself. He says he’s been a great Acting General Manager and last night shouldn’t matter but before he can go on, familiar music hits. <iframe width="200" height="100" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/c2Nj2y9VC3U" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/c2Nj2y9VC3U"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <img alt="oBTi9w7.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/oBTi9w7.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Kurt Angle comes down to the ring and says that Stephanie said if Corbin lost he was fired and since he lost, Kurt says he’s ready to end his imposed vacation and get back to work. Stephanie seems to consider all this, then announces that she’s tired of excuses so if Corbin wants to be GM and Angle wants to be GM they’re going to go one on one tonight and the winner gets the job. And that match starts….right now! Rating: 8.1 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="oBTi9w7.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/oBTi9w7.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="uhd7uNo.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uhd7uNo.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="J23GQKb.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/J23GQKb.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Corbin is still complaining to Stephanie as she leaves the ring and allows Angle to come up from behind hitting a series of german suplexes. Corbin looks stunned and walks into Angle’s arms as he’s tossed in a release belly to belly suplex. Corbin keeps trying to get to his feet but his legs look rubbery as Angle hits the Angle Slam, then locks in the ankle lock. Corbin tries to get away but Angle pulls him back to the middle and falls down in a grapevine. Corbin has no alternative but to tap. Winner by Submission: Kurt Angle Rating: 7.3 </div><div style="text-align:center;"></div><div></div></blockquote> <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="Nl58S6v.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Nl58S6v.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="E3Qfz3w.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/E3Qfz3w.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> We’re shown a pre-taped message from Nikki and Brie Bella in which they say they’re both entering the Women’s Royal Rumble and one way or the other, twin magic will come out on top. Rating: 7.0 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="0sfX4jJ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/0sfX4jJ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> <img alt="ABPaOdl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ABPaOdl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="KRahjFl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/KRahjFl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="NNJoZ4t.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/NNJoZ4t.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="uhd7uNo.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uhd7uNo.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="SckbVF7.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/SckbVF7.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="MN9HTAc.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MN9HTAc.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Whatever Slater and Rhyno expected in this title opportunity quickly went out the window as the AOP attack before the bell rings, sending Rhyno into the corner shoulder first. He hits the post and drops down to the floor. From there it’s quick work to dominate Slater and he’s put away with the powerbomb neckbreaker. Winners by Pinfall and still RAW Tag Team Champions: The Authors of Pain Rating: 6.1 </div></blockquote> <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="oBTi9w7.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/oBTi9w7.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="r7wQQu1.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/r7wQQu1.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Kurt Angle is in his office when Alexa Bliss comes in. She congratulates him on being GM again and he commends her for the job she’s done running the Women’s division. Angle tells her that for now he’s going to evaluate her performance but she can keep then job. She thanks him and says she won’t let him down. Rating: 7.6 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="JxooUbf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/JxooUbf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Backstage Dean Ambrose is just hanging out. He says that last night some would say he lost but in truth he won. He won because he got to hurt Seth Rollins a little bit and the next time he gets his chance he’ll hurt him some more but tonight Finn Balor will be the one getting hurt. Tonight Finn Balor may win a match but he may lose his career. Rating: 8.1 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A vignette for Lars Sullivan airs just as it has for a month. Renee Young wants to know when we’ll see him on RAW or Smackdown, to which Graves says he never wants to hear that show’s name again. <iframe width="300" height="150" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/fHujz4QB9oI" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/fHujz4QB9oI"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> Rating: 7.9 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="2zoCIeJ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/2zoCIeJ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Elias is in the ring with his guitar and stool. He goes through his ‘WWE stands for…’ schtick but then touches on his opponent tonight, Drew McIntryre. Elias says McIntyre used to be called the Chosen One but the only thing he chose was to become is a joke. He then sings a few lines of a song taunting his opponent when McIntyre’s music cuts him off. Rating: 6.9 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="2zoCIeJ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/2zoCIeJ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="uhd7uNo.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uhd7uNo.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="NBbRn7A.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/NBbRn7A.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> McIntyre doesn’t look amused and as soon as he gets in the ring the two of them begin brawling. Elias gets the early upper hand but McIntyre takes the momentum with a running high knee. He continues to punish Elias and could go for a pinfall but instead McIntyre climbs up to the top. Unfortunately for him, Elias crotches him on the ropes, then tries to superplex McIntyre but McIntyre blocks it and throws Elias back down to the mat. Getting down and learning his lesson, McIntyre flattens Elias with a running big boot to the face then stalks his downed opponent, hitting the Claymore when Elias gets to his feet for the win. Winner by Pinfall: Drew McIntyre Rating: 6.5 </div></blockquote> <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="r7wQQu1.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/r7wQQu1.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> We see Alexa Bliss standing by with a wide smile. She hypes the fact that tonight’s rematch for the RAW Women’s Championship was her idea and her call and it just goes to show how important she is. As the segment ends, Renee Young questions if Alexa could be any more full of herself but is quickly sniped by Corey Graves who says Young should never insult the Goddess. Rating: 7.9 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="scYBYdo.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/scYBYdo.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="oBTi9w7.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/oBTi9w7.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Backstage we see Stephanie McMahon and Kurt Angle. She congratulates him for his win tonight and says she’d like a clean slate because what is most important is that RAW continue its dominance. He agrees and says it’s good to be back where he belongs. However when he leaves the room her smile turns to a sneer. Rating: 7.0 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="Xg2pt9g.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Xg2pt9g.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="uhd7uNo.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uhd7uNo.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="dhL3Wch.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/dhL3Wch.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="8RLhZek.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/8RLhZek.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="d7XmECy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/d7XmECy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> The Boss takes Morgan for granted and it nearly costs her as Liv nails Sasha with an Enziguiri and then a running leg drop to the back of Bank's neck for a close two count. Morgan gets cocky and it costs here as Banks drops her with a German suplex and after some back and forth action, Banks is able to trap Morgan in the Banks Statement forcing her to tap out. Winner by Submission: Sasha Banks Rating: 6.9</div></blockquote> <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="p3e8RSU.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/p3e8RSU.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="dhL3Wch.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/dhL3Wch.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="lQPbNj7.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/lQPbNj7.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Xg2pt9g.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Xg2pt9g.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="QcJOKSu.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/QcJOKSu.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The Riott Squad continues to triple team Sasha in the ring but the crowd comes alive when Bayley comes running down to the ring. She delivers a Bayley-to-Belly to Sarah Logan, backdrops Liv Morgan, then grabs Ruby Riott by the hair and slings her out of the ring. Even with the numbers advantage, the Riott Squad backs up the ramp, wanting no part of Bayley as she attends to her friend. Rating: 6.4 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <iframe width="200" height="100" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/7n-W-0VMOOw" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/7n-W-0VMOOw"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <img alt="KpynsWS.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/KpynsWS.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="9iWNBbz.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/9iWNBbz.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Bobby Roode’s music hits and as he has for the last few months, Chad Gable jumps out in front of Roode but this time the smile on Roode’s face drops and he grabs his tag team partner by the hair, swinging him around and throwing him face first into the video screen. The music cuts out as Roode circles the hurt Gable like a shark before picking him up and hitting a Glorious DDT on the stage. Officials come out and force Roode away to attend to Gable. Rating: 6.4 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="KpynsWS.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/KpynsWS.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="9iWNBbz.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/9iWNBbz.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A replay is shown of Bobby Roode blindsiding his former partner in his brutal attack on Chad Gable. Rating: 6.4 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="r4Fd9b8.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/r4Fd9b8.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> <img alt="Hc57HL3.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Hc57HL3.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="uhd7uNo.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uhd7uNo.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Z3AxLYN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Z3AxLYN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> As soon as the match begins, Nia takes it to the champ and throws Ronda around like a rag doll before Ronda is ever able to get her jacket off. Jax throws Ronda to the floor and picks her up in a bear hug and runs the champ into the ring post before delivering a leg drop on the floor. Nia rolls Ronda in and goes for the Samoan Drop but the champ is able to grab the ropes and wiggle her way onto Nia's back and lock in a choke hold. Nia is dropped to one knee before she stands up and falls backwards crushing the champ. Nia covers...1....2...Ronda kicks out just in the knick of time. Nia goes to the second rope for a splash and misses. Ronda is able to punch her way back into this match and is able to bring Nia down to a knee and Ronda bounces off the ropes and plants her knee directly into Nia's face. Ronda covers 1...2..Nia kicks out emphatically and stands up with Ronda looking stunned. Nia charges but Ronda sidesteps and forces Nia chest first into the turnbuckles, does a Judo throw and is able to lock in the armbar. Nia screams for mercy and is able to get her fingers in Ronda's hands just enough to ease the pain and allow Nia to stand up deadlifting the champ and throwing Ronda into the turnbuckles and then splashing her. Ronda comes out...SAMOAN DROP by Nia. Cover....1....2....Ronda kicks out!! Nia is furious, goes for it again but Ronda slides down trying to flip her over in the sunset flip, Nia shakes her head and tries to sit on the champ but Ronda moves forward and Nia lands on her ass. Ronda delivers a sidekick to Nia's head and nails the arm-lock and this time she has it in fully. Nia is forced to tap out. Winner by Submission and still RAW Women’s Champion: Ronda Rousey Rating: 5.5</div></blockquote> <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="Hc57HL3.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Hc57HL3.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Z3AxLYN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Z3AxLYN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Just as the referee hands Rousey her championship, Nia Jax blasts her from behind, shoving her chest first into the corner before hitting her with a running avalanche. With Ronda on the ground, Jax climbs to the second rope and drops a massive legdrop on her before rolling out of the ring and grabbing a mic saying that she’s going to win the Rumble and then at WrestleMania she’s going to end Rousey’s career! Rating: 8.3 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Braun Strowman is shown in a pre-taped video. He says that last night he earned his shot at Brock Lesnar at the Royal Rumble. If there is anyone who deserves to get these hands it’s the Beast and when they get in the ring, they won’t be going to Suplex City. They’ll be going to Monsterville...population one. <img alt="R0uFScU.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/R0uFScU.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Rating: 8.9 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="92LZbun.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/92LZbun.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="FDIrk8S.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/FDIrk8S.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="jftzXLz.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/jftzXLz.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The announcers let us know that after what we saw tonight it’ll be Sasha Banks and Bayley against Ruby Riott and Liv Morgan next week on RAW! Rating: 6.6 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A vignette for the Royal Rumble is shown, hyping the beginning of the Road to WrestleMania. <img alt="lBiYXeT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/lBiYXeT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Rating: 8.4 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="JxooUbf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/JxooUbf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="uhd7uNo.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uhd7uNo.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="VFEVGyy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFEVGyy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> From the start Balor seems ready for Ambrose unusual plan of attack and frustrates the lunatic into taking a few trips to the outside to calm down. It’s on the second of these trips that Balor takes a suicide dive, wiping out Ambrose in the process. Balor seems to be in charge until Ambrose rams him into the apron back-first. Ambrose does it again and again before rolling Balor back into the ring. Ambrose slides back in but not before collecting a chair. The referee warns him to drop the chair but Ambrose has his eyes on Balor. When the referee yanks the chair out of his hands, Ambrose turns to him which allows Balor to roll Ambrose up for a two count. Ambrose and Balor both get to their feet quickly but when Balor approaches, Ambrose blatantly kicks him low causing a disqualification. Winner by Disqualification: Finn Balor: Rating: 7.6</div></blockquote> <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="JxooUbf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/JxooUbf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="VFEVGyy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFEVGyy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Wycv9qb.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Wycv9qb.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Ambrose picks up the chair after the referee drops it to check on Balor and smacks Balor across the back. He clearly doesn’t care about the bell ringing or the referee who he shoves out of the ring. He whacks Balor with the chair once again then prepares to deliver Dirty Deeds on top of the chair when Seth Rollins comes running down to the ring and Ambrose ditches out to the outside. As the show ends, Rollins makes sure Balor is alright as Ambrose is shouting to Rollins that more pain is on the way. Rating: 7.8 Overall: 8.2 </div>

Warhawk8492 · December 2, 2018

Nice job

20LEgend · December 3, 2018

Really like the lay out, nice and easy to follow <img alt="

" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/smile.png.142cfa0a1cd2925c0463c1d00f499df2.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> good first show

Pipers Pit · December 3, 2018

xxx

Kimberly · December 4, 2018

This is our live event calendar for the month of January. We will do this every month:

<div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="b2F7L1z.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/b2F7L1z.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div>

Pipers Pit · December 6, 2018

<div style="text-align:center;"><iframe width="300" height="150" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/BnD_UG_3bYo" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/BnD_UG_3bYo"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <iframe width="350" height="175" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/qFsNiWWBrgY" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/qFsNiWWBrgY"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> A vignette recapping last Sunday’s TLC is shown, spotlighting Charlotte Flair becomming the Smackdown Women’s Champion again and Daniel Bryan keeping his WWE Championship when Sanity attacked AJ Styles. Rating: 8.6 <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="qgvUCVJ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/qgvUCVJ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="9KPRxvf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/9KPRxvf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Tom Phillips and Booker T talk about an earlier tweet from Smackdown Live General Manager Paige…. <img alt="5iLPFjC.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5iLPFjC.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> …….and hype that the four man tournament begins now! Rating: 7.3 <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="EbMZVie.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/EbMZVie.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="sBxmIxK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/sBxmIxK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="pYIsAb4.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/pYIsAb4.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="jB15Rer.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/jB15Rer.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="NEiegPF.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/NEiegPF.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A terrific match between these two showing off some true chemistry between them. Both get in their standard offense with the New Day at ringside providing comedic foil. The Miz gets the last laugh however when Kofi misses Trouble in Paradise and the Miz counters into the Skull Crushing Finale. Winner by Pinfall: The Miz Rating: 7.6 </div><div style="text-align:center;"></div><div></div></blockquote> <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="EbMZVie.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/EbMZVie.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="RW7A0MZ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/RW7A0MZ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="pYIsAb4.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/pYIsAb4.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="RQid9Yj.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/RQid9Yj.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> As Xavier Woods and Big E tend to Kofi, a jubilant Miz makes his way back up the ramp. He’ll meet the winner of Randy Orton and Jeff Hardy next week for the right to face Daniel Bryan at the Royal Rumble. Rating: 6.0 <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="uG8KXy8.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uG8KXy8.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A pre-taped video of Samoa Joe is shown. He says that his destiny is to become the WWE Champion and step one is outlasting twenty-nine other men to earn a shot at WrestleMania so that’s what’s he’s going to do and if you don’t believe him, just wait. Rating: 7.4 <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="ZJdcVYY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZJdcVYY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="sBxmIxK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/sBxmIxK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="AnvpdPl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/AnvpdPl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="5qdQEFk.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5qdQEFk.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> Mandy starts off mimicking Asuka's more colorful side and mocking the Empress of Tomorrow. For her part, Asuka, begins mocking Mandy's mocking of her which pisses off Mandy who pushes and ultimately slaps Asuka. For the first time in a long time, Asuka shows the death smile and her playful mentality is gone as the Empress backhands Mandy and then begins to lay into Rose. Rose tries to retreat but, Asuka grabs her by the hair and drags her into the ring and suplexes her all over the place. Asuka misses a splash from the middle rope and this allows Mandy to attempt to powerbomb Asuka but she slips out, rolls behind Mandy and locks in the Asuka-Lock. Rose, screaming in agony, has no choice but to quickly tap out and end the domination from the Empress of Tomorrow. Winner by Submission: Asuka Rating: 6.8 </div></blockquote> <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="Ib5exsX.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Ib5exsX.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="AnvpdPl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/AnvpdPl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> After the match, Sonya checks on Mandy, only to be shoved away. A clearly frustrated Mandy brushes past Sonya and leaves the ring with her best friend trying to catch up to her. Rating: 6.7 <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="wXSySKr.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wXSySKr.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="wXSySKr.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wXSySKr.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> <img alt="6svyJlW.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/6svyJlW.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="hPSCp5K.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/hPSCp5K.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="sBxmIxK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/sBxmIxK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="6lYJ9ei.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/6lYJ9ei.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="4WmgG51.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/4WmgG51.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> These two teams go to war over the Smackdown Tag Team Titles but its the Usos who seem to have the answer to what the Bar attempts to do no matter if it’s Cesaro or Sheamus. Frustrated, the Champions ditch to the outside to talk it over when the Usos perform a double suicide dive, flooring both of the Bar. As the Usos get back in the ring, feeling on the verge of regaining their titles, the Bar grab the belts from the timekeeper and head up the ramp, taking the countout loss as the Usos fume and watch their opportunity slip away. Winners by Countout: The Usos Rating: 7.1 </div></blockquote> <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="6svyJlW.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/6svyJlW.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="hPSCp5K.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/hPSCp5K.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The Bar head back up the ramp with their championship as the crowd boos but the champions don’t seem to care as they’ve survived the Usos. Rating: 6.6 <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="GIoEeM8.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GIoEeM8.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Daniel Bryan is in his locker room, and turns to address the camera. He says there’s been a lot of talk about this four man tournament to determine who he’s going to defend his title against but the truth is it doesn’t matter who it is because he is the greatest wrestler in the world and he can defeat anyone. Because everyone has a weakness and everyone has a line they won’t cross...even Randy Orton. The old Daniel Bryan used to worry about that line but he’s dead now. The new Daniel Bryan only has one concern and that is keeping this championship by any means necessary! Rating: 8.1 <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="dZUl12X.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/dZUl12X.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="RcaSSHg.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/RcaSSHg.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Backstage, Paige is standing by with Kayla Braxton. She says that the actions of the Bar are not the actions of true champions so next week there will be a rematch for the Smackdown Tag Team Championship ands if the Bar are counted out or disqualified they will lose their titles! Rating: 7.1 <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <iframe width="200" height="100" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/6LFlyHayJ1Y" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/6LFlyHayJ1Y"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <img alt="7aSM0Ks.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/7aSM0Ks.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Former Smackdown Women’s Champion Becky Lynch comes down to the ring and after a moment she says that she’s here for one reason and that’s to call Charlotte Flair down to the ring. She doesn’t have to wait long. <iframe width="200" height="100" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/rpru-TykaFU" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/rpru-TykaFU"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <img alt="18ceS9A.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/18ceS9A.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Charlotte comes down to the ring and Becky says that at TLC Charlotte did what she needed to do. She took advantage of circumstances the same way Becky would have and now she’s the Queen of Smackdown Live again but the fact is the Queen didn’t beat the Man and there is going to come a time very soon that the belt will be back where it belongs. Charlotte casts a knowing grin and the two begin to edge a little closer when they’re interrupted. <iframe width="200" height="100" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/OC9Hb6zkuT0" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/OC9Hb6zkuT0"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <img alt="YRP3cTb.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YRP3cTb.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="XW5pxBJ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/XW5pxBJ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The IIConics come down the ramp mocking Becky and Charlotte but finally Becky has heard enough and tells the two of them to get their asses in the ring because if they’re not going to shut their mouths, then the Queen and the Man will do it for them! Rating: 6.9 <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="7aSM0Ks.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/7aSM0Ks.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="18ceS9A.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/18ceS9A.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="sBxmIxK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/sBxmIxK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="YRP3cTb.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YRP3cTb.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="XW5pxBJ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/XW5pxBJ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> The Iconics are able to have a surprisingly competitive match with The Queen and The Man and, after surviving an early offensive onslaught, they are able to score several near falls on the champ but each time, Becky is able to save the match. Charlotte tries to make it to Becky and does but the ref was distracted and the Iconics double team Charlotte while mocking Becky but they're not able to put the champ away. Eventually, Charlotte backdrops Billie and kicks her in the face and is finally able to make the hot tag. Becky is a house of fire taking care of both members before Royce attacks her from behind. This brings in Charlotte and we end up with a donnybrook that finally ends when Becky has Billie in the Disarm-Her and Charlotte has Peyton in the Figure Eight and both Iconics tap out to end the match. Winners by Submission: Becky Lynch and Charlotte Flair Rating: 6.9 </div></blockquote> <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="q1pW9Jh.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/q1pW9Jh.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> In a pre-taped video, Naomi says that it’s time that the Royal Rumble feels the glow and after she wins the second annual Women’s Royal Rumble she’ll light up WrestleMania as only she can! Rating: 6.9 <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="dHzGmQP.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/dHzGmQP.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="sBxmIxK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/sBxmIxK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="FsmVQ4w.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/FsmVQ4w.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> Orton controls the opening moments and goes for an RKO to end the match early but Hardy fights him off and makes a comeback keeping Orton on his heels as he mixes some high flying with strikes. Orton bails to the outside but Hardy follows but when he approaches, Orton suddenly sends him face first into the post. Orton punishes him for a few minutes then rolls him back in the ring. He puts Hardy on the top rope and climbs up to deliver a superplex but Hardy shoves him down to the mat. Orton is stunned and Hardy gets to his feet and flies off with a Swanton Bomb before hooking the leg and getting the 1-2-3. Winner by Pinfall: Jeff Hardy Rating: 7.3 </div></blockquote> <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="rCBzDoB.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rCBzDoB.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Rating: 6.0 <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="Em8yRZT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Em8yRZT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="sBxmIxK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/sBxmIxK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="FqOmjbD.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/FqOmjbD.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="xttO3s6.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/xttO3s6.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="RrI6URq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/RrI6URq.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> Styles clearly has revenge on his mind as he goes right for Young as soon as he hits the ring. He controls the match, making sure to get some shots in on Wolfe and Dain when he can as well. The crowd is behind Styles as he sends Young crashing to the mat with a superplex. Young manages to kick out but Styles ties him up with the Calf Crusher. Young is clearly in trouble and that’s the sign as Wolfe and Dain hit the ring and attack Styles causing the disqualification. Winner by Disqualification: AJ Styles Rating: 7.0 </div></blockquote> <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="Em8yRZT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Em8yRZT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="FqOmjbD.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/FqOmjbD.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="h7gmm9C.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/h7gmm9C.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="yxZj5cj.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/yxZj5cj.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Sanity continues its assault on Styles, but for a moment he makes a comeback, finally getting Young one on one again but Dain clobbers him from behind and soon it’s three on one again. As the show ends, Sanity stands over the fallen former champion. Rating: 6.7 Overall: 7.6 </div>

Nobby_McDonald · December 6, 2018

Like it so far. Hell of a lot of shows to do though.

Kimberly · December 7, 2018

We're divvying them up. Pipers Pit handles most of the booking and writing for Raw and SD Live while I handle the womens matches and segments. I handle NXT and NXT UK, the scheduling for the company and most of talent relations.

It's definitely an ambitious endeavor.

Kimberly · December 9, 2018

<div style="text-align:center;"><iframe width="300" height="150" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/BnD_UG_3bYo" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/BnD_UG_3bYo"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <iframe width="350" height="175" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/4m9FQbIDCBM" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/4m9FQbIDCBM"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="LuGncfm.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/LuGncfm.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="0gs5lRp.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/0gs5lRp.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OG9UVLa.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OG9UVLa.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Shirai starts the match with a flurry of kicks and hard strikes that sends Belair to the corner and forcing the ref to stop the assault. After the second time, Belair is able to get a poke to the eye and begin her own assault using her long hair as a weapon on Shirai, choking her with it at one point. The EST of NXT scores with a bridge suplex for a 2 count and then goes up top. Shirai, with cat like speed, makes it to the top of the ropes with her, does a Belly to Belly from the top and locks in a crossface which forces Belair to tap out. Winner by Submission: Io Shirai Rating: 2.9 </div><div style="text-align:center;"></div><div></div></blockquote> <img alt="rs9LEys.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rs9LEys.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="SHd75R6.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/SHd75R6.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="GBmv3a4.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GBmv3a4.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="LuGncfm.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/LuGncfm.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OG9UVLa.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OG9UVLa.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Following the match, Jessamyn Duke & Marina Shafir come down to the ring and surround Shirai as she celebrates. Shirai prepares to battle them both but, Belair kicks her from behind and Shayna Baszler's henchwomen strike. They beat down Io while the champ slowly saunters down to the ring. <img alt="0930ris.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/0930ris.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> With Duke and Shafir holding a nearly unconscious Shirai, Baszler tells her to consider this a message to Kairi and Dakota Kai. She tells them that the Horsewomen will destroy them at TakeOver before nailing Shirai with the belt. The Horsewomen laugh and celebrate. Rating: 5.0 <img alt="rs9LEys.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rs9LEys.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="3OhR33i.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/3OhR33i.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A video meant to look like a promotional vid for Matt Riddle is shown but, its Kassius Ohno portraying the King of Bros in a training ring. With every move that he does, he botches them and finally appears to stub his toe and cries out for mommy. The "Matt Riddle is coming to NXT" banner is shown and then altered to say "Matt Riddle will be humbled...bro". Rating: 5.6 <img alt="rs9LEys.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rs9LEys.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="qkNcquC.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/qkNcquC.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="uSDcgty.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uSDcgty.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="0gs5lRp.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/0gs5lRp.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="6OIarYB.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/6OIarYB.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Z9U4RaP.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Z9U4RaP.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> This is simply domination by Rowe and Hanson. Both Burch and Locran try to survive but, the end result is pretty empathic as the War Raiders hit the Guillotine for the 3 count and make a clear statement that they're coming for the Undisputed Era. Winners by Pinfall: War Raiders Rating: 4.3 </div></blockquote> <img alt="rs9LEys.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rs9LEys.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="W8w60Y4.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/W8w60Y4.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="vvCdQOT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/vvCdQOT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="VGzDy44.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VGzDy44.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="FFGBfW9.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/FFGBfW9.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Adam Cole is backstage with the Undisputed Era. He talks about the travesty of justice that has occurred in NXT. Adam Cole was the first NXT North American Champion. For over a year, the Undisputed Era has dominated and taken apart everyone that they've encountered. And, because, Pete Dunne and Ricochet got lucky at War Games, Adam Cole gets shafted? Nah-uh. Tonight, that travesty of justice gets rectified. Tonight, Adam Cole Bay Bay takes on and destroys Pete Dunne and heads to TakeOver to take back his North American Title. And that? That's Undisputed. Rating: 7.6 <img alt="rs9LEys.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rs9LEys.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="fgtlAVK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/fgtlAVK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The history of Tomasso Ciampa and Aleister Black is shown, including Johnny Gargano's actions in recent months and the War Games victory. The video then cuts to Ciampa in a dark room saying that the time has come to prove that the black mass that has settled over NXT is not Aleister Black...its the NXT Champion Tomasso Ciampa. In two weeks at TakeOver, Black gets his chance but, its just an opportunity at a suicide mission. The dark days of NXT are here but, not because of Aleister...they're here because of the champ. Next week, the champ will be on NXT and he will send a message to Aleister that no one will deny. Rating: 7.1 <img alt="rs9LEys.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rs9LEys.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="W8w60Y4.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/W8w60Y4.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="0gs5lRp.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/0gs5lRp.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="epDOxRT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/epDOxRT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> Cole and Dunne exchange blows and trade near falls early on both trying to get the advantage but neither man is able to secure the victory. Finally, the leader of the Undisputed Era takes over and starts punishing Dunne with kicks, various stretches and suplexes. Cole nails a jawbreaker and then a rolling elbow to Dunne's chin that scores a 2 count. Frustrated, Cole goes for the Last Shot but, Dunne takes it and lands on his feet and delivers a knee directly to Cole's mush. Dunne then starts targeting Cole's fingers bending them backward in excruciating angles but Cole won't submit. Dunne shoves Cole into the ropes, does a snap back suplex and locks in an armbar bending Cole's fingers again. Cole is able to make it to the ropes and then scrambles to the floor. Dunne goes running for a missile attack but, Cole nails him with a forearm and throws Dunne into the ring steps. The two begin to brawl on the floor with each trying to nail their signature. Dunne reverses the Last Shot and Cole reverses the Bitter End. What both men don't realize is that the ref is counting both men out. They trade attacks before both mean realize the ref is at 8. They both try to rush back into the ring with each pushing the other away as the ref strikes 10 counting both men out. NXT ends with confusion as now we don't have a challenger for Ricochet. Dunne and Cole are stunned and then furious and continue brawling as referees flood the area. The show goes off the air with Mauro asking "who is going to TakeOver to challenge Ricochet?" No Contest: Double Countout Rating: 4.5 </div></blockquote> Overall: 5.1 </div>

Nobby_McDonald · December 10, 2018

I'm really struggling to read the yellow on grey. Don't know if it's me or do others have the same problem?

Pipers Pit · December 10, 2018

I can see what you mean. Next 'week' we'll try a different color and see if it's easier on the eyes.

Pipers Pit · December 10, 2018

<div style="text-align:center;"><iframe width="300" height="150" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/BnD_UG_3bYo" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/BnD_UG_3bYo"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <iframe width="350" height="175" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/561eXf9H0uI" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/561eXf9H0uI"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <img alt="2A02SxE.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/2A02SxE.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Sg8LLD3.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Sg8LLD3.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="HjugmMM.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/HjugmMM.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The announcers welcome us to the show and hype Mustafa Ali versus Ariya Daivari amd Drew Gulak teaming with Jack Gallagher versus Cedric Alexander and Brian Kendrick. <img alt="7Iribii.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/7Iribii.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="geXLFbP.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/geXLFbP.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="4xnhNLj.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/4xnhNLj.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="aSAX4wM.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/aSAX4wM.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="IITVD45.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/IITVD45.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="YmKYQ3N.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YmKYQ3N.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Rating: 6.1 <img alt="Y94iBAY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Y94iBAY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="2trwUK7.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/2trwUK7.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> 205 Live General Manager Drake Maverick comes out to the stage and announces that at the Royal Rumble, Buddy Murphy will defend his WWE Cruiserweight Championship in a four corners match. His three challengers will be decided in the coming weeks beginning tonight when Kalisto goes one on one with Hideo Itami. <img alt="MElQxQf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MElQxQf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="h6g4QRX.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/h6g4QRX.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Rating: 6.1 <img alt="Y94iBAY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Y94iBAY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="7Iribii.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/7Iribii.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="5pnfpUI.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5pnfpUI.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="geXLFbP.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/geXLFbP.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The first match is everything that 205 has grown to become. The two trade the offense back and forth several times, incorporating high flying maneuvers, but it’s Ali who finally takes control and puts Daivari away with a 450 splash. Winner by Pinfall: Mustafa Ali Rating: 5.7</div><div style="text-align:center;"></div><div></div></blockquote> <img alt="Y94iBAY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Y94iBAY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="k0hMeMT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/k0hMeMT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Backstage, WWE Cruiserweight Champion Buddy Murphy is casually hanging out. He looks to the camera and says that most of the lesser superstars on 205 would be worried when they’re told they’ll defend against three men at the Royal Rumble, but not the Juggernaut. He’s bigger, he’s stronger, and he’s better than everyone else and in a few weeks he’ll prove it once again. Rating: 5.7 <img alt="Y94iBAY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Y94iBAY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="4xnhNLj.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/4xnhNLj.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="aSAX4wM.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/aSAX4wM.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="5pnfpUI.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5pnfpUI.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="IITVD45.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/IITVD45.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="YmKYQ3N.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YmKYQ3N.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> Pretty standard tag match in the early going but it becomes clear that after an exchange with Alexander, Gallagher appears hurt and quickly tags out, dropping down to the ringside floor and being looked at by one of the WWE doctors. Gulak carries his team’s effort in the match after that and faced both Alexander and Kendrick. <img alt="Fcu212I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Fcu212I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Half way through the match Lio Rush walks down to ringside and annoyingly begins to heckle Alexander. Gulak’s opportunity arrives when Kendrick whips Gulak into the corner but he reverses it and Kendrick accidentally slams into Alexander, who is distracted by Lio Rush, knocking him off the apron. Kendrick staggers back and Gulak rolls him up with added leverage from grabbing the rope unseen by the referee for the three count. Winners by Pinfall: Drew Gulak and Jack Gallagher Rating: 5.9 </div></blockquote> <img alt="Y94iBAY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Y94iBAY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="4j9WoOr.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/4j9WoOr.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="YmKYQ3N.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YmKYQ3N.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Cedric Alexander looks furious as Lio Rush taunts him, clearly happy with causing the pinfall through his distraction. Vic Joseph says he just got word from Drake Maverick that next week it will be Rush versus Alexander for the second spot in the four way match at the Royal Rumble! Rating: 5.2 <img alt="Y94iBAY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Y94iBAY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="MElQxQf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MElQxQf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="5pnfpUI.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5pnfpUI.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="h6g4QRX.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/h6g4QRX.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> Itami controls the opening bell, hammering Kalisto with a strong style attack of strikes but the masked fan favorite makes a comeback, flipping over Itami on a charge into the corner and drop kicking him chest first into the same corner. Itami is staggered but when Kalisto presses his advantage, Itami stops him cold with a knee to the chest and a snapping neckbreaker for a close two count. Kalisto looks like he’s in trouble and Itami is confidant as he whips Kalisto into the ropes but Kalisto ducks a clothesline and hits Salida del Sol out of nowhere for the win. Winner by Pinfall: Kalisto: Rating: 5.9 </div></blockquote> <img alt="Y94iBAY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Y94iBAY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="MElQxQf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MElQxQf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="cwG3dGD.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/cwG3dGD.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="eTczO68.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/eTczO68.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The Lucha House Party comes down to the ring and celebrates along with their pinata as the show goes off the air. Rating: 5.6 Overall: 6.0</div>

Kimberly · December 14, 2018

<div style="text-align:center;"><iframe width="300" height="150" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/BnD_UG_3bYo" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/BnD_UG_3bYo"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <iframe width="350" height="175" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/KK8MU9mlZZs" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/KK8MU9mlZZs"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="yjCQgXK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/yjCQgXK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="CjJweJf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/CjJweJf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Mi2VFj5.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Mi2VFj5.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The show begins with a match already in action. Conners blasts Williams with a lariat to start the match and he employs a ground and pound style to keep the aerial artist from taking leap. Some stiff forearm shots, a brutal backbreaker finds Kenny Williams nearly beaten by a 2 count. Conners nails Don't Look Down and covers...1...2..Williams kicks out barely. Conners goes for it again but, Williams reverses into a TBone Suplex and takes to the air with a flying shooting star for a 2 count. Williams employs stiff kicks of his own before going up top and nailing a flying forearm that knocks Conners down. Williams dispatches Conners to the floor and runs through the ropes in a spinning suicide dive and puts Conners back in the ring. He goes up top and nails a 450 for the 1..2..3. Winner by Pinfall: Kenny Williams Rating: 24 </div><div style="text-align:center;"></div><div></div></blockquote> <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="2A02SxE.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/2A02SxE.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Sg8LLD3.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Sg8LLD3.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The Announcers excitedly hype tonight’s main event. Pete Dunne vs Wolfgang in a non-title match tonight! <img alt="epDOxRT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/epDOxRT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="ZyVVSLG.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZyVVSLG.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Rating: 15 <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="sZaWVVV.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/sZaWVVV.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="CjJweJf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/CjJweJf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="qTVSEEZ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/qTVSEEZ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> As Toni Storm comes out, we see clips of her winning the Mae Young Classic and are told that at NXT UK TakeOver: Blackpool she will challenge for the NXT UK Women's Title against Rhea Ripley. Nina starts out mocking Toni Storm calling her the "chosen one" and slaps her dead in the face. Storm responds with a series of stiff slaps, a boot to Nina's stomach, bouncing off the ropes and delivering a stiff kick to Samuel's face. From there it is all Toni Storm as she puts away Nina Samuels in short order with the Storm Zero for the 3 count. Winner by Pinfall: Toni Storm Rating: 18 </div></blockquote> <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="7BTyjal.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/7BTyjal.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="sZaWVVV.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/sZaWVVV.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Following the win, Rhea Ripley hits the ring which causes Toni to be surprised. Ripley calls her a “legend” and shakes Toni’s hand but in a way that makes Storm wonder if Rhea means it. Rhea says “watch me next week” and leaves the ring while Storm watches her go. Rating: 10 <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="2A02SxE.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/2A02SxE.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Sg8LLD3.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Sg8LLD3.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The Announcers remind us of a huge happening just a month ago. <iframe width="200" height="100" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/e7rv4Twnm54" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/e7rv4Twnm54"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> Rating: 15 <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="o5DCUgc.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/o5DCUgc.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="go4tBfQ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/go4tBfQ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="CjJweJf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/CjJweJf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Akf4rRm.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Akf4rRm.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="wAhSBKO.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wAhSBKO.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> Thorne and Miller open this match with some proficient tag team wrestling keeping Gibson on the apron and Drake in the ring. Drake keeps hanging on as The Mighty use power double team moves to try to earn the opportunity to go to the UK Tag Title finals but can never secure a pinfall. Finally, Drake takes out Shane Thorne with a reverse GTS and that allows him to tag in Zack Gibson who starts to throw The Mighty around the ring. The bruiser from Liverpool scores with a Powerbomb into a backbraker on Miller but only gets a two count. Thorne and Miller try to doubleteam Gibson but this brings back in Drake and before long Drake throws Nick Miller up into the air and plants him face first onto Gibson's bended knee for a knock out shot and the three count. Winner by Pinfall and advancing to the UK Tag Team Title Finals at TakeOver to challenge Mustache Mountain:: Zack Gibson & James Drake - The Grizzled Young Veterans Rating: 27 </div></blockquote> <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="JHo6BB3.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/JHo6BB3.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> In the back, Joe Coffey cuts a promo on NXT UK Champion Pete Dunne. He says that he does not fear the Bruiserweight because Gallus are bruisers themselves. At NXT UK's first TakeOver, Coffey will show Pete Dunne that the person everyone should be afraid of, is him. 9 days are all that is left in the reign of the Bruiserweight. Take that title, shine it up, and get ready for the fight of your life. If Dunne can survive tonight that is. Wolfgang will get him ripe and Coffey will finish the job because at TakeOver, Gallus will rule the United Kingdom. Our main event is next! Rating: 26 <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">NON TITLE MATCH</div> <img alt="epDOxRT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/epDOxRT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="CjJweJf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/CjJweJf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="ZyVVSLG.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZyVVSLG.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> As soon as Dunne enters the ring, Wolfgang is on him with a charging block that sends the champion through the ropes and to the floor. On the floor, Wolfgang picks up the Bruiserweight and slams him back first into the ring post before bodyslamming Dunne hard onto the ring barrier. Back inside the ring, its clear that Wolfgang's goal is to injure Dunne before TakeOver in 9 days. Wolfgang delivers a spear that nearly crushes the champ for a 2 count. He drops Dunne with a series of hard suplexs and knee shots to the stomach and nearly scores a pinfall. Wolfgang scores with the Avalanche TKO and covers...1.....2....Dunne barely kicks out. Wolfgang goes for a spear again but, Dunne is able to kick him dead in his face and begin a series of strikes and limb contortments that soon has the big man screaming for mercy. When Dunne signals for the Bitter End, Joe Coffey runs out for a distraction. Wolfgang takes advantage with a back elbow, goes up top and flies off for a Swanton but, Dunne puts his knees up and Wolfgang lands neck first onto the knees. The Bruiserweight hits the Bitter End and points at Coffey as he covers...1...2...3. Winner by Pinfall: Pete Dunne Rating: 20 </div></blockquote> <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="JHo6BB3.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/JHo6BB3.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="epDOxRT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/epDOxRT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="ZyVVSLG.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZyVVSLG.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Following the win, Coffey distracts Dunne again allowing Wolfgang to again attack the champ. When Pete Dunne fights back, Coffey gets inside the ring this and blasts him from behind. This is too much for the champ to bear and soon, Pete Dunne is caught with the rotating elbow to the face and is knocked out cold. NXT UK ends with Joe Coffey and Wolfgang, 2/3 of Gallus, standing over the fallen champion looking down in disgust with Coffey holding the NXT UK title high. Rating: 19 Overall: 22 </div>

Pipers Pit · December 14, 2018

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Note: This is an updated calendar taking into account that TEW begins with Monday and not Sunday.

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Pipers Pit · December 16, 2018

<div style="text-align:center;"><iframe width="300" height="150" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/BnD_UG_3bYo" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/BnD_UG_3bYo"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <img alt="oBTi9w7.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/oBTi9w7.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="J23GQKb.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/J23GQKb.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="JxooUbf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/JxooUbf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="VFEVGyy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFEVGyy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Wycv9qb.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Wycv9qb.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A video is shown of last week highlighting Kurt Angle defeating Baron Corbin to end the Constable’s reign of terror and Dean Ambrose intentionally getting disqualified against Finn Balor and looking to severely injure him before Seth Rollins saved the day. Rating: 8.4 <iframe width="350" height="175" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/BDtDHPgGrvc" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/BDtDHPgGrvc"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <img alt="JslOxFn.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/JslOxFn.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> When the show begins Paul Heyman, who is already in the ring, is introduced to the crowd. He says that last week Braun Strowman decided to offer a detour from Suplex City to Monsterville where supposedly his client, BROCK LESNAR, will get...those...hands. All of this would be very frightening if Heyman and Lesnar had not heard this story before but they have and history has shown two things. BROCK LESNAR is the reigning, defending, undisputed, Universal Champion...and Braun Strowman is nothing but the Beast’s bitch. Before Heyman can go further….. <iframe width="200" height="100" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/W-5_imAQT5Y" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/W-5_imAQT5Y"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <img alt="R0uFScU.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/R0uFScU.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Braun Strowman comes out and begins marching down to the ring when a host of officials and referees run past him and try and slow him down. <img alt="oBTi9w7.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/oBTi9w7.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> General Manager Kurt Angle comes out and tells Strowman not to touch Heyman but if he wants to take out his anger he’s going to let Braun start a revenge tour on his way to the Rumble and Lesnar. Tonight Strowman will face one of the men who put him out of action, Bobby Lashley. Strowman nods, seemingly happy with the news but casts a glare at Heyman all the same. Rating: 8.1 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="QcJOKSu.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/QcJOKSu.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Xg2pt9g.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Xg2pt9g.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="uhd7uNo.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uhd7uNo.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="p3e8RSU.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/p3e8RSU.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="dhL3Wch.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/dhL3Wch.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="d7XmECy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/d7XmECy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Early on the Riott Squad score some close pinfall attempts at the Boss N Hug Connection before Sasha takes control. After dominating Ruby, Bayley is tagged in and the Riott Squad is able to take over, cutting her off from Sasha and really putting a beat down. True to Bayley's never say die attitude, she will not succumb and keeps trying to take in Sasha. At one point in the match, Morgan throws Bayley to the floor and Ruby and Liv double team her on the floor while Sasha tries to break it up and the ref stops the Boss. In the ring again, Liv scores with a reverse roundhouse kick for the 1...2....broken up by Sasha who drops Liv on her head with a T-Bone Suplex. Sasha gets back to her corner as Bayley crawls and just as Liv gets to Bayley, she makes the hot tag. Sasha comes in and floors Ruby immediately with a forearm and then goes to work on Liv. Ruby runs in from behind and blasts Sasha and the Riott Squad beat down Sasha until Bayley runs back into the ring and charges at Ruby with a crossbody block that sends them both tumbling from the ring. Sasha quickly locks in the Banks Statement as Liv tries to get to the ropes. Ruby tries to come in to help but, Bayley has her by the feet as Liv taps. Winners by Submission: The Boss N Hug Connection Rating: 7.9</div><div style="text-align:center;"></div><div></div></blockquote> <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="QcJOKSu.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/QcJOKSu.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Xg2pt9g.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Xg2pt9g.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> As Bayley celebrates, Sasha gets contemplative and grabs a mic. She walks up to Bayley and says that she is proud of that win tonight. And she is thrilled that they have fixed their issues but, Bayley needs to know something. The Royal Rumble is coming and with it, the chance to live a dream at Wrestlemania. Sasha Banks will be the winner of the Women's Royal Rumble match and she will do it even if it means ending Bayley's dream. Bayley looks at her and takes the mic and says "ditto". The two shake hands and hug, the friendship secure as the Rumble looms. Rating: 7.8 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <iframe width="300" height="150" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/fHujz4QB9oI" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/fHujz4QB9oI"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> Rating: 7.4 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="SRvzbQe.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/SRvzbQe.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="fHrU7s7.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/fHrU7s7.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="uhd7uNo.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uhd7uNo.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="RpZvFom.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/RpZvFom.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Lpzoy8u.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Lpzoy8u.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> Pretty standard tag match but the Revival control most of the match, using old school tag tactics and the B-Team never really get any momentum. Dallas finally falls victim to the Shatter Machine for the 1-2-3. Winners by Pinfall: The Revival Rating: 6.8</div></blockquote> <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="SRvzbQe.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/SRvzbQe.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="fHrU7s7.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/fHrU7s7.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> After the match the Revival remain in the ring and bring in a mic. Dawson says that 2019 is going to be the year of the Top Guys. That means putting the gold around their waists and that means the number one target is the AOP. They don’t care how big or tough the AOP think they are, the Revival won’t rest until the RAW Tag Team Championships belong to them! Rating: 5.8 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="Wycv9qb.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Wycv9qb.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="h22inhG.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/h22inhG.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="NBbRn7A.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/NBbRn7A.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Seth Rollins is backstage when he’s approached by Drew McIntyre and Dolph Ziggler. They taunt him and he gives it right back. They begin to edge closer on the verge of attack when someone else steps into the picture. <img alt="VFEVGyy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFEVGyy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Finn Balor stands next to Rollins with a smile. He says if Ziggler and McIntyre have a problem maybe the solution can be found in the ring tonight. The heels nod and back away while smirking. Rollins and Balor watch them leave with caution. Rating: 7.7 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="Z3AxLYN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Z3AxLYN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Nia comes out to the ring clearly cocky. She gets in the ring and gloats openly about taking out Ronda Rousey last week. Oh, sure, Ronda retained her Raw Women's Championship..for now..but, that is just a battle in a war. And last week, Nia Jax was the real winner. (Footage airs of the destruction of Ronda Rousey at the hands of Jax). Nia laughs and talks about how much fun it was to break the "baddest woman in the planet" apart and how at the Royal Rumble Nia wil... <img alt="A0s3tUl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/A0s3tUl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Natayla comes out ready for a fight. She gets into the ring and Nia feigns confusion but then says "whats wrong Nattie? Could it be that I beat your best friend's ass last week and sent her to the hospital?” Natalya looks furious when they’re interrupted….. Rating: 8.2 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <iframe width="200" height="100" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/OuBihMjMeRE" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/OuBihMjMeRE"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <img alt="r7wQQu1.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/r7wQQu1.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Alexa Bliss comes out and says that since it’s clear they want a piece of each other she’s more than happy to accommodate. Nia Jax versus Natalya in another Bliss Special and it happens right now! Rating: 8.0 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="Z3AxLYN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Z3AxLYN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="uhd7uNo.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uhd7uNo.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="A0s3tUl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/A0s3tUl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> Nia and Natayla size each other up with Nia getting a smile on her face and says audibly. "hows Ronda?". That pisses Nattie off and she goes at Nia but, the Samoan throws Nattie into a corner and squashes her. Nia goes for a cover 1...2..Nattie kicks out. Nia smiles like this is a game and throws Natayla around the ring nailing her with punishing power moves including a belly to belly and a leg drop but Nattie will not die. Nia gets angrier that she cant put away Neidhart and that causes her to make a mistake when she throws Nattie into a corner and charges but Nattie moves and Nia hits her chest hard into the turnbuckle, stumbles back and Nattie is able to roll her down and cover...1....2....Nia barely kicks out. Nattie goes for the Sharpshooter and nearly gets it on Jax but she uses her power to kick Nattie backwards. When Nattie goes on the attack again, Nia hits the Samoan Drop. Cover...1....2...Nattie kicks out again. This time Nia is furious and she waits for Nattie to get up, she swings but Nattie ducks, bounces off the ropes and runs directly into a stiff punch in the face from Jax knocking her out. Jax covers for the 3 count. Winner by Pinfall: Nia Jax Rating: 7.3 </div></blockquote> <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="WRzl9GZ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/WRzl9GZ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The Modern Day Maharaja, Jinder Mahal is shown in a pre-taped video. He says he is entering the Royal Rumble and when it is over he will be one step away from reclaiming all that is his and being a champion once again. Rating: 5.8 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="KpynsWS.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/KpynsWS.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="9iWNBbz.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/9iWNBbz.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> We’re shown a replay of last week when Bobby Roode turned on his partner Chad Gable, viciously attacking him on their way to the ring. Rating: 6.4 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="KpynsWS.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/KpynsWS.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="uhd7uNo.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uhd7uNo.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="9iWNBbz.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/9iWNBbz.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> Gable comes out firing but Roode uses his veteran savy to ride it out and then drops Gable with a knee to the gut before going to work on his former partner focusing primarily on his neck. Gable is scrappy and keeps trying but Roode is clearly enjoying punishing him and knocking him back down but finally stops toying with him and delivers a Glorious DDT for the win. Winner by Pinfall: Bobby Roode Rating: 8.1 </div></blockquote> <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="KpynsWS.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/KpynsWS.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="9iWNBbz.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/9iWNBbz.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Bobby Roode is stalking Gable who is still down on the mat. Roode picks him up by the head and prepares to deliver another Glorious DDT when the crowd stirs. <img alt="iZgF7iP.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/iZgF7iP.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Jason Jordan comes sprinting down the ramp and slides into the ring. Roode drops Gable and runs to clothesline Jordan, who ducks and dropkicks Roode out of the ring. Jordan helps Gable up and the two exchange as hug as Roode signals he has no intention of fighting them both. Rating: 7.0 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="Wycv9qb.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Wycv9qb.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="VFEVGyy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFEVGyy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Backstage, Seth Rollins comes up to Finn Balor and thanks him for earlier. Balor says that last week Rollins stood up for him and it’s a pleasure to return the favor, especially when it means he can deliver some payback to those two jerks. Rating: 9.0 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="oBTi9w7.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/oBTi9w7.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="iZgF7iP.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/iZgF7iP.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="9iWNBbz.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/9iWNBbz.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Backstage, General Manager Kurt Angle is in his office when Gable and Jordan come in. Angle says that some things in life are meant to be and one of those things, in his mind, is American Alpha. The two glance at each other and share a nod. Angle says next week they’ll be in action for the first time on RAW and they leave his office excited. Rating: 7.0 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="Wycv9qb.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Wycv9qb.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="VFEVGyy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFEVGyy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="uhd7uNo.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uhd7uNo.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="h22inhG.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/h22inhG.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="NBbRn7A.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/NBbRn7A.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;">. <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="Wycv9qb.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Wycv9qb.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="VFEVGyy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFEVGyy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="NBbRn7A.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/NBbRn7A.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> After the match, Balor and Rollins only have a moment to rejoice before McIntyre pulls Balor out of the ring and throws him into the ring post. Rollins turns his attention to them and doesn’t see Dean Ambrose come from the crowd. <img alt="JxooUbf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/JxooUbf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Ambrose brings a chair in with him and whacks Rollins across the back, dropping the WWE Intercontinental Champion to his knees. Another smack of the chair puts him face first on the mat. Ambrose continues to lay shot after shot on Rollins until officials swarm the ring.. We get a close shot of Rollins and it appears he’s got some blood coming from his mouth. Ambrose’s eyes are wild as he dumps to the outside and screams at Rollins that it’s never going to be over. Rating: 8.9 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="oBTi9w7.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/oBTi9w7.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="r7wQQu1.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/r7wQQu1.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Kurt Angle is in his office when Alexa Bliss enters, having been summoned by the RAW General Manager. Angle says he really liked the ‘Bliss Special’ tonight but he thinks next week the women’s division should kick it up a notch. Put on the spot Bliss hems and haws but then blurts out a suggestion for a Royal Rumble warmup. Angle is very pleased by the idea and agrees. Next week we’ll see a ten woman battle royal. Rating: 7.0 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A vignette for the Royal Rumble is shown, hyping the beginning of the Road to WrestleMania. <img alt="lBiYXeT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/lBiYXeT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Rating: 8.9 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="LMd9Kvk.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/LMd9Kvk.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="4j9WoOr.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/4j9WoOr.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Bobby Lashley and his hype man Lio Rush come down to the ring. Rush says that Kurt Angle called this the beginning of Braun Strowman’s revenge tour but all this is going to be is a replay of the beatdown the Almighty Bobby Lashley gave him the last time. Before he can go on he’s interrupted by Strowman’s music and the crowd erupts. Rating: 6.8 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="R0uFScU.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/R0uFScU.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="uhd7uNo.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uhd7uNo.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="LMd9Kvk.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/LMd9Kvk.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Fcu212I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Fcu212I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Strowman wastes no time going straight for Lashley and the two collide in the middle of the ring. They go through some traditional big man routines like running shoulder blocks that don’t move the other guy before they settle down into a brawl that lasts several minutes, in and out of the ring. Lashley gains the upper hand when he ambushes Strowman getting back into the ring and as Lashley punishes the Monster, Lio Rush on the outside runs his mouth. But Rush is soon silent when Lashley shows intense strength by lifting up Strowman and delivering a Dominator, however when Lashley turns his back to flex for the crowd, an angry Strowman slowly gets to his feet. Lashley turns around and for a moment shows a mixture of surprise and disbelief. Strowman quickly scoops him up and delivers a massive standing powerslam for the win. Winner by Pinfall: Braun Strowman Rating: 6.9 </div><div style="text-align:center;"></div><div></div></blockquote> <img alt="R0uFScU.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/R0uFScU.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Strowman isn’t happy with his victory. He gets a mic and says he hopes Paul Heyman is back there watching because this is what’s going to happen to Brock Lesnar at the Royal Rumble! He plays to the crowd a little as the show goes off the air Rating: 7.8 Overall: 8.2</div> A great back and forth match in which all four men in in their spots and offense. Balor plays the role of double teamed hero who makes the hot tag to Rollins who flattens Ziggler and then hits a suicide dive on McIntyre on the outside. When he gets back in, Ziggler tries for a Zig Zag but Rollins hangs onto the ropes and shakes him off. Ziggler attacks again but Rollins ducks a clothesline and comes back with a gut kick/DDT combo, before hitting the curbstomp for the win. Winners by Pinfall: Seth Rollins and Finn Balor Rating: 7.9 </div></blockquote></div>

Pipers Pit · December 21, 2018

<div style="text-align:center;"><iframe width="300" height="150" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/BnD_UG_3bYo" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/BnD_UG_3bYo"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> A recap vignette is shown highlighting last week’s big happenings including the two #1 contender matches and how the Bar took the easy way out against the Usos. <img alt="EbMZVie.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/EbMZVie.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="pYIsAb4.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/pYIsAb4.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="dHzGmQP.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/dHzGmQP.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="FsmVQ4w.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/FsmVQ4w.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="6svyJlW.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/6svyJlW.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="hPSCp5K.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/hPSCp5K.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="6lYJ9ei.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/6lYJ9ei.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="4WmgG51.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/4WmgG51.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Rating: 8.2 <iframe width="350" height="175" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/qFsNiWWBrgY" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/qFsNiWWBrgY"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> The announcers hype the matches tonight specifically the men’s number one contender match between the Miz and Jeff Hardy to face Daniel Bryan at the Royal Rumble and a number one contender match for the Smackdown Women’s Championship and the winner will face Charlotte….tonight! Rating: 8.6 <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="7aSM0Ks.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/7aSM0Ks.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="sBxmIxK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/sBxmIxK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="fXUpgMD.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/fXUpgMD.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Becky starts the match dominating Carmella with the Staten Island Princess fearful for her safety. The Man bounces Carmella around the ring before going for the Disarm-Her but, Carmella quickly gets into the ropes and rolls to the floor once the break happens. Carmella is able to nail Becky with a forearm when she tries to meet her on the floor and takes control for a small measure of time but, she cannot put The Man down. When Carmella tries to lock Becky in the Code of Silence, Becky rolls out and grabs her arm and locks in the Disarm-Her. As Carmella screams and is about to tap, Mandy Rose and Sonja Deville come out to the ring surprising everyone. <img alt="Ib5exsX.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Ib5exsX.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="AnvpdPl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/AnvpdPl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Becky lets go of Carmella as Mandy and Sonja enter the ring. They approach Becky, then smile and both attack Carmella. Becky tries to stop them but, the referee calls for the bell and awards the championship opportunity later tonight to Carmella. Mandy and Sonja bail out of the ring laughing while Becky realizes what happened, decks Carmella and goes after them. Winner by Disqualification: Carmella Rating: 6.7 </div><div style="text-align:center;"></div><div></div></blockquote> <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="dZUl12X.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/dZUl12X.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Em8yRZT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Em8yRZT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Backstage, Kayla Braxton is with AJ Styles. She mentions in the past weeks he’s had an ongoing problem with Sanity. AJ says that when it’s three on one, it’s easy to have a problem, but tonight it’ll be even. When she asks what that means he says it means he’s got friends...for life. Rating: 7.6 <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <iframe width="200" height="100" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/18pIp7Ewamo" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/18pIp7Ewamo"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <img alt="GIoEeM8.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GIoEeM8.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> WWE Champion Daniel Bryan comes down to the ring. He says that at one time the old Daniel Bryan was called the ultimate underdog. Tonight in that spirit he is going to give a deserving individual a shot at his WWE Championship. He knows what he’s risking, but what kind of champion...what kind of man would he be if he didn’t put it all on the line? So with that said, Bryan introduces his challenger…… <img alt="yd5ykIT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/yd5ykIT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> .....Jeff Connelly. Rating: 7.1 <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="lrMeDBD.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/lrMeDBD.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> <img alt="GIoEeM8.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GIoEeM8.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="sBxmIxK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/sBxmIxK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="yd5ykIT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/yd5ykIT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> To the surprise of noone, Bryan attacks the young man before the bell even rings and completely dominates showing absolute cruelty as he strikes, stretches, and stomps the challenger into oblivion. He finally decides to end it by putting on the Labell Lock. Winner by Submission and still WWE Champion: Daniel Bryan Rating: 6.8 </div></blockquote> <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="GIoEeM8.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GIoEeM8.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Not happy with how much punishment he dealt out, Bryan continues to attack the young man before grabbing a mic. He calls the audience fickle and says they don’t want an underdog, they don’t want a hero. They want someone they can prop up and tear down but that’s not him anymore. Now there’s a new Daniel Bryan and he will never need the WWE Universe again! Rating: 8.4 <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="ZJdcVYY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZJdcVYY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> We’re taken to a pre-taped video with Asuka. She says that she will win the Royal Rumble again, will go to WrestleMania again, but this time she will be the Champion. Nobody ready for Asuka! Rating: 7.1 <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="EbMZVie.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/EbMZVie.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="dHzGmQP.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/dHzGmQP.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> We cut to the backstage where we find the Miz attacking Jeff Hardy. The Miz has a chair and he uses it to go after Hardy’s left knee, jamming it into his leg, then swinging down with the chair. Officials pull the Miz away as General Manager Paige enters the picture. <img alt="RcaSSHg.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/RcaSSHg.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> She looks stunned as the Miz claims he’ll win by forfeit tonight but Paige says he won’t because the match is cancelled for tonight. The Miz is screaming that she can’t do that but she pays him no attention as she focuses on Hardy. Rating: 8.6 <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="wXSySKr.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wXSySKr.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> <img alt="6svyJlW.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/6svyJlW.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="hPSCp5K.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/hPSCp5K.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="sBxmIxK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/sBxmIxK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="6lYJ9ei.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/6lYJ9ei.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="4WmgG51.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/4WmgG51.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The ring announcer reminds the audience that if the Bar is counted out or disqualified they will lose their tag titles. The Usos control the early minutes of the match and look determined to win their titles back. The Bar take control when Cesaro makes a blind tag and they keep Jey in their corner for the next few minutes using some legal, and not so legal double teams. Eventually though Jimmy gets the hot tag and the action spills to the outside. The Bar get the advantage of the brawl flooring Jey with a Brough Kick which causes the referee to check on him. Meanwhile Cesaro holding Jimmy down by the announcer’s table as Sheamus picks up the stairs revealing a set of handcuffs and he cuffs Jimmy to the announcer’s table. Sheamus rolls back into the ring and screams for the referee. The ref re-enters the ring and as Jimmy does everything he can to escape, counts to ten. Winners by Countout and still WWE Tag Team Champions: The Bar Rating: 7.3 </div></blockquote> <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="6svyJlW.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/6svyJlW.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="hPSCp5K.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/hPSCp5K.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> As the Usos plead their case, the Bar grab their titles and head up the ramp. Booker says that you can’t blame the Bar, they did what it took to keep the titles and that’s what it’s all about. Rating: 7.4 <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="gUmdKwW.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/gUmdKwW.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A pre-taped video is shown with WWE United States Champion Shinsuke Nakamura. He stands there, grinning wickedly before saying just two words: Royal Rumble. Rating: 7.4 <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="Em8yRZT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Em8yRZT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="jEPecb8.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/jEPecb8.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="ZW9z8qZ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZW9z8qZ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="sBxmIxK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/sBxmIxK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="FqOmjbD.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/FqOmjbD.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="h7gmm9C.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/h7gmm9C.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="yxZj5cj.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/yxZj5cj.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> The match begins with a six man brawl which takes a few moments to settle. Sanity isolates Anderson for several minutes, getting a few two counts but Gallows gets in and begins cleaning house, finally squaring up against Dain as the two powerhouses and getting the early upper hand but eventually he begins to falter as well and Sanity takes over again with Young taking near glee in punishing Gallows. Young is taunting Styles as he works over Gallows but it opens the door for Gallows to flatten Young with a big boot to the face and make the tag to Styles. Styles hits the ground running, putting on a fast paced clinic on Young and hitting him from every direction. Wolfe and Dain enter but are intercepted by the Good Brothers and taken to the outside. As that brawl goes on, Styles goes for the Phenomenal Forearm but Young ducks it. AJ lands on his feet and instantly flips back with a Pele Kick which connects. He then locks in the Calf Crusher and Young taps out. Winners by Submission: AJ Styles, Karl Anderson, and Luke Gallows Rating: 7.3 </div></blockquote> <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="Em8yRZT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Em8yRZT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="jEPecb8.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/jEPecb8.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="ZW9z8qZ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZW9z8qZ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="FqOmjbD.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/FqOmjbD.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="h7gmm9C.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/h7gmm9C.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="yxZj5cj.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/yxZj5cj.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> As Sanity licks their wounds on the outside, AJ and his good brothers hold the ring, and share a well deserved celebration. Rating: 7.3 <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A vignette for the Royal Rumble is shown, hyping the beginning of the Road to WrestleMania. <img alt="lBiYXeT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/lBiYXeT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Rating: 8.7 <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="18ceS9A.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/18ceS9A.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Charlotte stands in the ring basking in the glory and adoration of the fans. She says that being a second generation star in this business is harder than anyone can know. Being a Flair is tougher than you would even imagine and being a trailblazer who changed an industry? Few people walking the face of this earth can know what that is like. In just a few weeks, the Royal Rumble will be here and, yet again, Charlotte will walk down to the ring not as a competitor but, as Smackdown Women's Champion waiting to find out who will be humbled at Wrestlemania. Last year a phenom from Japan, an Empress of Tomorrow, bowed down to the Queen. This year will be no different. Because, as far as Carmella has come as a competitor, lets face the fact that she cannot defeat a Flair here tonight. So, bring her out, lets get through this minor irritation and then it is on to the Road to Wrestlemania. In the shadow of New York City, this Flair will continue to blaze her trail to immortality and the rest of the women in this company and NXT? They will all fall to bended knee, tbey will all look up in adoration at the champ and, yes, they will all bow down....to....the....Queen. WOOOOOO! Rating: 7.9 <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="sXKq0Dz.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/sXKq0Dz.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"> <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="Ib5exsX.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Ib5exsX.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="AnvpdPl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/AnvpdPl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="7aSM0Ks.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/7aSM0Ks.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Cameras run up to the backstage area where Sonya Deville & Mandy Rose quickly running down a hallway. Behind them shouts can be heard and crashing sounds can be heard as they race down a hallway and out to the parking lot. Mandy screams "lets go" as they get into a car and just as the doors shut, a pipe is thrown at the back window. The car speeds out and the camera pans back to reveal a furious Becky Lynch panting watching them leave. Her eyes show a blood lust as she quietly mutters "this isn't over" as Smackdown fades to black. Rating: 8.4 Overall: 7.8 </div> <img alt="18ceS9A.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/18ceS9A.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="sBxmIxK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/sBxmIxK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="fXUpgMD.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/fXUpgMD.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Charlotte locks up with Carmella and immediately takes her down and powers her around the ring mocking her and calling herself the Queen. Carmella keeps in it and surprises the champ when Charlotte misses a spear and lands head first into the middle turnbuckle. Carmella drags Charlotte into the corner and hits a facebuster onto the turnbuckle and then a bulldog into a snapmare for a two count. She scores with a reverse DDT before wearing down the champ with a knee to the back of the neck but Charlotte won't submit. The Queen is able to get out of the punishing hold and nail some chops before delivering a Spear for a close two count. When Charlotte goes for the Figure Four, Mella reverses it into a Small Package for the 1...2...Charlotte kicks out. Mella goes for and locks in the Code of Silence. Charlotte desperately goes for the ropes and reaches out and makes it to the ropes by her finger tips. Carmella charges with a clothesline but Charlotte ducks, kicks Mella in the stomach and nails the Natural Selection. Cover...1....2....Carmella kicks out. Charlotte is stunned and nails the Spear again before finally locking in the Figure Four. With Carmella in the middle of the ring, The Queen bridges into the Figure Eight and the challenger has no choice but to tap out. Winner by Submission and still Smackdown Women’s Champion: Charlotte Flair Rating: 6.7 </div></blockquote></div>

Pipers Pit · December 21, 2018

<div style="text-align:center;"><iframe width="300" height="150" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/BnD_UG_3bYo" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/BnD_UG_3bYo"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <iframe width="350" height="175" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/561eXf9H0uI" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/561eXf9H0uI"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <img alt="2A02SxE.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/2A02SxE.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Sg8LLD3.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Sg8LLD3.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="HjugmMM.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/HjugmMM.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The show opens with our announcers who hype tonight’s main event on the heels of last week’s tag match as we see Lio Rush go one on one with Cedric Alexander for the right to be one of the four men vying for the WWE Cruiserweight Championship at the Royal Rumble. <img alt="4j9WoOr.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/4j9WoOr.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="YmKYQ3N.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YmKYQ3N.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Rating: 6.5 <img alt="Y94iBAY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Y94iBAY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <iframe width="200" height="100" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/K20psZAAHm4" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/K20psZAAHm4"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <img alt="Bn3MDdy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Bn3MDdy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="1mJz7oq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/1mJz7oq.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Maria and Mike Kanellis come down to the ring, all lovey dovey and gushing over each other before sharing a kiss. That’s when Mike gets on the mic and says that the time for kisses is over. He calls out his opponent to come get the beating he deserves so he can get back to the hottest woman on the planet and the First Lady of 205 Live. Rating: 6.4 <img alt="Y94iBAY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Y94iBAY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="1mJz7oq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/1mJz7oq.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="iGQFcVQ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/iGQFcVQ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="5pnfpUI.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5pnfpUI.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="v3HEtP7.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/v3HEtP7.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A pretty good match between these two. Dar flips his offense around, using some aerial maneuvers to keep Kanellis on the defense and gets a two count from a cross body block off the top but he makes a fatal mistake when he attempts a splash into the corner and Kanellis moves. Kanellis goes on the attack, punctuated with a knee drop from the second rope. Dar is stunned and Kanellis wastes no time hitting the Power of Love (Samoan Driver) for the win. Winner by Pinfall: Mike Kanellis Rating: 5.8 </div><div style="text-align:center;"></div><div></div></blockquote> <img alt="Y94iBAY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Y94iBAY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="rOqrOaT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rOqrOaT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A vignette is shown of a masked man doing some incredible moves and a lot of fast paced action. It ends with: KING FENIX…..COMING SOON. Rating: 7.0 <img alt="Y94iBAY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Y94iBAY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="b9dJvqM.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/b9dJvqM.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="5pnfpUI.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5pnfpUI.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="p1yZVV5.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/p1yZVV5.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> Pretty standard match between the quicker Tozawa and the powerful Nese. Tozawa plays cat and mouse in the early going before Nese turns him inside out with a clothesline. Nese pummels Tozawa for a few minutes but can’t get a pinfall on him. Growing frustrates, Nese goes to the top but Tozawa crotches him, then hits a hurricanrana off the top for the win. Winner by Pinfall: Akira Tozawa Rating: 6.0 </div></blockquote> <img alt="Y94iBAY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Y94iBAY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="2A02SxE.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/2A02SxE.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Sg8LLD3.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Sg8LLD3.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="HjugmMM.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/HjugmMM.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The Announcers excitedly hype next week’s final qualifier for the Royal Rumble four corners match when we’ll see Brian Kendrick take on long time nemesis Drew Gulak. <img alt="IITVD45.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/IITVD45.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="4xnhNLj.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/4xnhNLj.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Rating: 6.9 <img alt="Y94iBAY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Y94iBAY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="4j9WoOr.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/4j9WoOr.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="5pnfpUI.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5pnfpUI.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="YmKYQ3N.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YmKYQ3N.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> Alexander has revenge on his mind as he takes it to Rush in the early going, causing the mouth that never stops to take to the outside for a break but Alexander follows him allowing Rush to ambush him when they get back in the ring, Rush uses quick strikes and attacks to wear Cedric down but he can’t get a pinfall. The two men go through a flurry of move for move reversals ending with Rush hitting a Sunset Flip but unseen by the referee he has his feet on the second rope and uses the leverage to get a 123. Winner by Pinfall: Lio Rush Rating: 5.1 </div></blockquote> <img alt="Y94iBAY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Y94iBAY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="4j9WoOr.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/4j9WoOr.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="YmKYQ3N.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YmKYQ3N.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Alexander is stunned as Rush hightails it up the ramp, laughing and pointing at Alexander. From the look on Alexander’s face they are far from over. Rating: 6.3 Overall: 5.9 </div>

Kimberly · December 31, 2018

<div style="text-align:center;"><iframe width="300" height="150" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/BnD_UG_3bYo" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/BnD_UG_3bYo"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <iframe width="350" height="175" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/4m9FQbIDCBM" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/4m9FQbIDCBM"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <img alt="fgtlAVK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/fgtlAVK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> As soon as NXT opens, the crowd in Orlando is greeted with Tomasso Ciampa's music as the NXT Champion comes down to the ring. He tells everyone that he promised to show this week and prove a point. He feels that the NXT Universe disrespects him. He knows that Aleister Black disrespects him. But the fact remains that Tommaso Ciampa is the greatest NXT Champion in the history of this company. And tonight, the champ will prove it yet again. Because tonight, the champ is issuing an open challenge for this belt against anyone that William Regal chooses in the main event. And Aleister? He better be watching. Rating: 67 <img alt="rs9LEys.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rs9LEys.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="w85atJA.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/w85atJA.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="0gs5lRp.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/0gs5lRp.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="pdmWfsv.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/pdmWfsv.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Moss tries to keep up with the One Percenter and does so fairly well early in the match but, he makes a key mistake going for a running bulldog but EC3 throws him chest first into the turnbuckles. From there, EC3 pretty much owns Moss and makes a clear statement with the One Percenter for the 3 count. Winner by Pinfall: EC3 Rating: 45 </div><div style="text-align:center;"></div><div></div></blockquote> <img alt="rs9LEys.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rs9LEys.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <iframe width="300" height="150" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/PBAwLOyiQJo" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/PBAwLOyiQJo"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> Rating: 53 <img alt="rs9LEys.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rs9LEys.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="3OhR33i.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/3OhR33i.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="0gs5lRp.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/0gs5lRp.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="4d6SVjr.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/4d6SVjr.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> Dawkins tries to match power with Ohno but, he is quickly taken down by Kassius' superior in ring skills and is slammed hard to the mat before eating a leg drop. A somersault Senton, followed by a running suplex nearly puts Dawkins out but the young man stays in. Dawkins nails Ohno with some stiff haymakers and nails a northern lights suplex for a 2 count. Dawkins sets up for an Olympic Slam but, Ohno slides out, delivers a big boot to the face and nails the KO for the 3 count. Winner by Pinfall: Kassius Ohno Rating: 48 </div></blockquote> <img alt="rs9LEys.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rs9LEys.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="3OhR33i.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/3OhR33i.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Following the win, Ohno grabs the mic and picks up Dawkins and says into the mic "you see this, Riddle? You see what I just did? This is your fate at TakeOver. You think that because you got lucky in Los Angeles, that means anything? It doesn't. It means nothing. At TakeOver Phoenix, you're getting the KO....BRO". Ohno slams Dawkins down and walks away gloating. Rating: 63 <img alt="rs9LEys.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rs9LEys.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="fLaE8Wg.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/fLaE8Wg.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="GWCiW9U.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GWCiW9U.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="W8w60Y4.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/W8w60Y4.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> William Regal is in his office. He welcomes in both Ricochet and Adam Cole. Regal says that last week's NXT was left with indecision as to who will challenge for the NXT North American Title and that will be cleared up right now. Now, Pete Dunne is in England preparing to defend his UK Title this Saturday at TakeOver Blackpool so, he can't be here to hear this. Regal is about to make his announcement when Ricochet interrupts him. Ricochet says that he doesn't care who it is and, hell, he will defend it against them both. Regal seems surprised and asks if he is sure, Ricochet says that he is. Cole is furious which makes Ricochet happy but Regal makes it official: At NXT TakeOver: Phoenix it will be Adam Cole vs Pete Dunne vs Ricochet for the NXT North American Championship. Rating: 67 <img alt="rs9LEys.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rs9LEys.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="rCPqu8H.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rCPqu8H.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="0gs5lRp.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/0gs5lRp.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="MKlbhIc.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MKlbhIc.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> Purrazzo strikes Nikki early with a stiff clothesline and throws her into the corner and lays into NXT's twisted sister. Cross, for her part, seems to find this all funny and reverses the attack laying into Deonna before dropping her on her head with a Death Valley Driver for the 1....2...Purrazzo kicks out. Nikki throws Deonna to the floor and flies off the top rope for a cross body but, Deonna nails a drop kick and Nikki crashes hard onto the floor. Purrazzo throws Cross into the guard rail and does a back drop onto the apron and rolls Nikki into the ring. Deonna nails a Code Breaker. She covers...1...2..and Nikki is out. When Deonna goes for a Yakuza Kick, Nikki is able to catch her by the leg, lift her up and drop her with a swinging fireman's neck breaker for the 1...2..3. Winner by Pinfall: Nikki Cross Rating: 43 </div></blockquote> <img alt="rs9LEys.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rs9LEys.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="VGzDy44.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VGzDy44.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="FFGBfW9.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/FFGBfW9.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The scene opens with four feet. We see two men in traditional viking boots and as the camera pans up, the men are in more traditional viking attire. The camera pans all the way up and it is revealed that the two men are Roderick Strong and Kyle O'Reilly from the Undisputed Era. They try to sound burly and angry but then begin a big coughing spell and Roderick says "enough of this crap". The champs start mocking War Raiders for the "stupid Ren Faire outfits" that they wear and how they talk. But what is more insidious is how that these two idiots think they can be tag team champions. The Undisputed Era doesn't engage in cos-play on national television. The champs just beat people up and make them cry like little girls. And that is exactly what's in the future of War Machine at TakeOver because that's...Undisputed. Roddy asks if they can go put on normal clothes now and Kyle says "yes, I think I'm chaffing, man" and pulls at the outfit around his crotch as the champs walk out of the room. Rating: 64 <img alt="rs9LEys.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rs9LEys.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <iframe width="300" height="150" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/5RTs4HFKgt8" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/5RTs4HFKgt8"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> Rating: 74 <img alt="rs9LEys.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rs9LEys.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="fgtlAVK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/fgtlAVK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="fLaE8Wg.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/fLaE8Wg.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Tommaso Ciampa comes out all cocky. He demands to know who his challenger is. Regal comes out and asks Ciampa if he is sure that he wants to do this? Ciampa says yes. Regal reminds him that he said anyone in NXT. Ciampa says "I don't give a damn who it is, I am proving a point tonight". Regal, reluctantly, tells Ciampa "Just remember, sunshine, that you asked for this". Regal walks away and then the music of his challenger plays... <iframe width="200" height="100" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ms7e6_vDGEM" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/ms7e6_vDGEM"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> Rating: 66 <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="mNNWxjE.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/mNNWxjE.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> <img alt="fgtlAVK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/fgtlAVK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="0gs5lRp.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/0gs5lRp.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="m8qz8iN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/m8qz8iN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Ciampa is scared to death and tries to back track once Lars is in the ring. Ciampa offers him the chance to take a count out victory but, Lars decks the champ and throws him into the ropes spinning him inside out with a lariat. Sullivan covers but Ciampa escapes at the last minute and tries to get out of the ring. Lars throws the champ around the ring and then delivers two avalanche's in the corner for another 2 count. Sullivan goes for another lariat but, Ciampa ducks under and is able to nail a lariat of his own from behind. Ciampa drops Sullivan with a suplex and throws the challenger to the floor. The champ flies off the top with a double leg stop and tries to roll the challenger back in but Sullivan nails an elbow to the jaw and throws Ciampa to the stairs. Sullivan charges but the champ moves and Sullivan's knee clips the stairs. Ciampa rolls the challenger into the ring locks in a modified Texas Cloverleaf with the challenger screaming in pain but is somehow able to make it to the ropes. The champ signals its over but the challenger throws him into the ropes and nails the pop up powerslam. Cover...1...2..Ciampa kicks out. Sullivan goes for the Freak Accident but the champ drops out and is able to nail Project Ciampa. Cover...1....2....Tommaso Ciampa retains. Winner by Pinfall and still NXT Champion: Tomasso Ciampa Rating: 40 </div></blockquote> <img alt="rs9LEys.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rs9LEys.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="fgtlAVK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/fgtlAVK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Tommaso Ciampa is in alot of pain but, is also proud of his victory. Ciampa screams that he's the best when...the lights suddenly go out..... <img alt="RWTE5ot.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/RWTE5ot.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> When they return, Aleister Black is sitting Indian style in the center of the ring and turns and looks up at Ciampa. The sight of the Black scares the life out of Tommaso who bails from the ring and escapes through the crowd. Black never takes his eyes off him and gets an intense smile as Ciampa runs out of the arena to end this week's edition of NXT. Rating: 81 Overall: 55 </div>

Kimberly · January 2, 2019

<div style="text-align:center;"><iframe width="300" height="150" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/BnD_UG_3bYo" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/BnD_UG_3bYo"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <iframe width="350" height="175" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/KK8MU9mlZZs" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/KK8MU9mlZZs"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <img alt="7BTyjal.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/7BTyjal.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="sZaWVVV.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/sZaWVVV.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="epDOxRT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/epDOxRT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="ZyVVSLG.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZyVVSLG.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> NXT UK opens with a recap of last week where Rhea Ripley told Toni Storm to "watch me next week" and the ending of Wolfgang and Pete Dunne. Rating: 81 <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="2A02SxE.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/2A02SxE.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Sg8LLD3.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Sg8LLD3.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> NXT UK is on the air and we are just three days away from NXT UK TakeOver: Blackpool. Tonight, in our main event, Joe Coffee will take on Mark Andrews. NXT Champion, Pete Dunne is in the building as well. We will also have the last semi final match in the NXT UK Tag Team Tournament. But, we kick things off with Rhea Ripley defending her NXT UK Women's Championship. Rating: 63 <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="c4Ryu3e.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/c4Ryu3e.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="7BTyjal.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/7BTyjal.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="CjJweJf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/CjJweJf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="zVn5F4s.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/zVn5F4s.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Ripley, true to her words, makes a showing in this match as she bounces around the challenger with some stuff knees into the stomach of Dawn, a soccer kick and a brutal clothesline for a 2 count. Dawn tries to make a comeback but, is felled again when the champ drops her face first into a turnbuckle with the flapjack. Following a Full Nelson Bomb, Ripley nails the Riptide for a dominating win. Winner by Pinfall and still NXT UK Women’s Champion: Rhea Ripley Rating: 33 </div><div style="text-align:center;"></div><div></div></blockquote> <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="7BTyjal.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/7BTyjal.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="sZaWVVV.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/sZaWVVV.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Following the win, as Ripley celebrates, Toni Storm comes down to the ring. She steps into the ring and looks at her opponent in three days. Ripley says "good luck" and raises the belt high in the air. Storm smiles, puts out her hand and they shake. She then pats the belt and leaves the ring with Ripley watching. The two best women in the UK will meet with everything on the line at TakeOver. Rating: 60 <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="pG7nIt6.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/pG7nIt6.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A promotional video of Jinny down at the performance center airs and mixes with clips from the Mae Young Classic. It ends with her face and "Jinny IS COMING." Rating: 66 <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="bjBl4oh.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/bjBl4oh.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="CjJweJf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/CjJweJf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="dA7GQgt.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/dA7GQgt.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> Prior to the match, Mastiff gets on the mic and says "Eddie Dennis, look at him (points to Jordan) and now, look at yourself. This is what I will do to you at TakeOver when there are NO rules." From the beginning, Jordan is outmatched by the sheer size of Mastiff who brutalizes him with a series of European Uppercuts and avalanches in the corner followed by a destructing Samoan Drop. Mastiff, arrogantly, puts 3 fingers on Jordan as the ref counts...1....2....Jordan kicks out. Mastiff is furious and throws Jordan to the ropes but he does a Matrix move to duck under the charging big man and nails a series of drop kicks that sends Mastiff through the ropes to the floor. Jordan takes flight performing a missile attack through the ropes that sends the big man into the guardrail. Jordan flies off the top to try a hurricanrana but Mastiff catches him and powerbombs him into the ring post. Mastiff throws Jordan back inside and goes for a cover but another close kick out saves Amir Jordan. Mastiff is furious and goes to grab a chair and when he goes to swing it, <img alt="Zk1976I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Zk1976I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Eddie Dennis has run down and stolen it from him. Mastiff grabs at the chair and he and Dennis fight for it which allows Jordan to dropkick the big man from behind and it forces Mastiff's head hard into the chair. Jordan rolls him up 1....2.....3. Winner by Pinfall: Amir Jordan Rating: 34 </div></blockquote> <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="bjBl4oh.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/bjBl4oh.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="dA7GQgt.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/dA7GQgt.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Zk1976I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Zk1976I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Following the win, Eddie Dennis grabs Amir Jordan and they hightail it out of the ring as Dave Mastiff screams bloody murder. Mastiff promises to destroy Dennis this Saturday in their No Disqualification match at TakeOver: Blackpool. Rating: 60 <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The announcers show us this one more time before the last semi final match: <iframe width="300" height="150" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/e7rv4Twnm54" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/e7rv4Twnm54"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> Rating: 74 <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="go4tBfQ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/go4tBfQ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="o5DCUgc.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/o5DCUgc.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="CjJweJf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/CjJweJf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="B75w4w5.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/B75w4w5.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="n9qV8MD.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/n9qV8MD.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> Lay and Chase take it to the Grizzled Young Veterans early in the match and are able to take Drake and keep him from his partner. Lay nearly scores a pinfall with a sitout powerbomb but, Gibson breaks it up. When Danny Chase comes into the ring to go after Drake some more, Drake backdrops him and is able to make the tag. From there, the Grizzled Young Veterans take over and before long, Drake throws Chase to the corner to allow Gibson to nail a running boot into the corner and then Drake nails the Ticket to Ride for the 3 count. Winner by Pinfall and Advancing to the Finals of the NXT UK Tag Team Tournament:: Grizzled Young Veterans Rating: 38 </div></blockquote> <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="2A02SxE.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/2A02SxE.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Sg8LLD3.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Sg8LLD3.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The announce team take us back to last week where Joe Coffey promised that Gallus would take over NXT UK and that it all begins this Saturday. We then get the line-up for NXT UK's first TakeOver special LIVE this Saturday on the WWE Network: NXT United Kingdom Championship Joe Coffey vs NXT United Kingdom Champion Pete Dunne NXT United Kingdom Women's Championship Toni Storm vs NXT United Kingdom Women's Champion Rhea Ripley Finals of the NXT United Kingdom Tag Team Championship Tournament Grizzled Young Veterans vs Moustache Mountain No Disqualification Match Eddie Dennis vs Dave Mastiff Rating: 69 <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="JHo6BB3.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/JHo6BB3.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="CjJweJf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/CjJweJf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="CNUDW50.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/CNUDW50.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> Reigniting their feud, Andrews goes right to Coffey from the beginning of the match with a stunning flurry of aerial maneuvers. But there is a power base disadvantage as Coffey outweighs his opponent and is able to power out of multiple pin attempts. After a missed missile dropkick, Coffee starts wailing away on Andrews including a spot where he does a giant swing then lifts Andrews up into a powerbomb position and nails a Bucklebomb for a very close 2. Andrews goes for the Yellow Spot (Swinging Reverse STO) but, Coffey is able to reverse and hit a sit out Facebuster for the 1...2...3. Winner by Pinfall: Joe Coffey Rating: 44 </div></blockquote> <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="JHo6BB3.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/JHo6BB3.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="oSS9RQ5.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/oSS9RQ5.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="ZyVVSLG.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZyVVSLG.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="CNUDW50.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/CNUDW50.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> After the win, Mark Coffey and Wolfgang rush down to the ring and Gallus begins to demolish Mark Andrews. They beat him to a pulp until Pete Dunne runs down and clears the ring. <img alt="epDOxRT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/epDOxRT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> As Dunne checks on Andrews, Gallus backtrack and point to Joe Coffey saying he will be the new NXT UK Champion as NXT UK goes off the air. Rating: 68 Overall Show: 51 </div>

Kimberly · January 7, 2019

<div style="text-align:center;"><iframe width="300" height="150" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/BnD_UG_3bYo" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/BnD_UG_3bYo"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <img alt="cTyFES0.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/cTyFES0.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="zUzuag6.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/zUzuag6.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> NXT UK TakeOver: Blackpool opens with a simple spotlight in the center of the ring. From the blackness steps Triple H as the crowd roars. He says that five years ago, they had a simple and small goal. A goal to rebuild, rebrand and, yes, fix sports-entertainment by providing a platform for the youngest and most exciting talent in the world to flourish. When began as a small goal became a revolution that has gone global. And tonight, the fans of the United Kingdom get to experience that revolution themselves. "Tonight, the fans of the United Kingdom get to see their talent, their countrymen and women shine with the whole world watching. This is their moment. This is your movement. Because the world is watching. We are NXT UK and the spotlight belongs to you." When his speech ends, the spotlights come up and the Empress Ballroom is lit as the crowd chants "We are NXT". Rating: 76 <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="epDOxRT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/epDOxRT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="JHo6BB3.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/JHo6BB3.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="7BTyjal.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/7BTyjal.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="sZaWVVV.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/sZaWVVV.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="go4tBfQ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/go4tBfQ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="o5DCUgc.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/o5DCUgc.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="AFLDKHg.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/AFLDKHg.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="cAGcr55.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/cAGcr55.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A video package highlighting the Dunne/Coffey, Ripley/Storm confrontations as well as the finals of the NXT UK Tag Team Title Tournament. The package ends and the crowd is shown LIVE on the WWE Network as NXT UK TakeOver: Blackpool is on the air. Rating: 70 <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="AsZUde7.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/AsZUde7.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="go4tBfQ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/go4tBfQ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="o5DCUgc.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/o5DCUgc.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="CjJweJf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/CjJweJf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="AFLDKHg.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/AFLDKHg.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="cAGcr55.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/cAGcr55.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The show opens with the finals of the NXT Tag Team Championship tournament and Moustache Mountain take it to Gibson and Drake early on as the crowd cheers them on. They are able to separate Gibson from his partner and score several near falls but Gibson throws a thumb to the eye of Tyler Bate and is able to tag in Drake and then the heels keep Bate from Trent Seven and really lay in a beating. Bate nearly gives in as the crowd wills him to stay in it as the Grizzled Young Veterans dump him to the floor and double team him including a double powerbomb spot on to the guard rail. When Gibson goes for the big boot in the corner, Bate is able to get out of the way and do a backstabber that allows him to make the hot tag to Trent Seven. Seven charges Gibson but he was able to tag in his partner James Drake and Seven and Drake go to war scoring near falls on each other. The tide permanently turns when Gibson throws Bate into the ring steps and the distraction allows Drake to sneak up behind Seven and nail the Ticket to Ride for the 3 count and the first ever NXT UK Tag Team Champions. Winners by Pinfall and new NXT UK Tag Team Champions: The Grizzled Young Veterans Rating: 43 </div><div style="text-align:center;"></div><div></div></blockquote> <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="ZyVVSLG.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZyVVSLG.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="CjJweJf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/CjJweJf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="YYB0fms.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YYB0fms.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> We are told that this unscheduled match is happening at the demands of Gallus who wants to show the world the dominance of Wolfgang and their wish is granted because dominate is what the enforcer of Gallus does in this match up. He throws Ashton Smith around the ring like a rag doll. Ashton Smith flies around to try to get an advantage but, he makes a mistake when he tries a jumping elbow from the top rope as Wolfgang catches him mid air, tucks his head underneath his armpit and drops Smith with a standing DDT. A Diamond Cutter is next for the 1...2...3 as Gallus picks up a victory in what might be a sign of things to come tonight. Winner by Pinfall: Wolfgang Rating: 34 </div></blockquote> <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="JHo6BB3.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/JHo6BB3.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="oSS9RQ5.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/oSS9RQ5.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> In the back Joe Coffey and his brother Mark watch Wolfgang celebrate. They look at the camera and Joe says that was the first victory for Gallus tonight. The second will be in the main event. Pete Dunne, your time is up. Our TakeOver happens here in Blackpool. Rating: 61 <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">No Disqualification</div> <img alt="bjBl4oh.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/bjBl4oh.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="CjJweJf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/CjJweJf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Zk1976I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Zk1976I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> This is a wild brawl from the very beginning as Dennis realizes that he must use weapons if he wants to beat down the humongous Mastiff. Dennis takes the fight to the floor and up the aisle but, it backfires when he sets a table up against the stage but is met with a spear from Dave Mastiff through the table. Mastiff drops Dennis with a rolling Senton on the stage, flattening him. Mastiff picks up Dennis and carries him to the ring but, Dennis has grabbed a Cane and when Dave sits him down, Eddie Dennis blasts Mastiff in the face. Mastiff rolls into the ring to try to escape but Eddie charges with the cane, Dave Mastiff responds by grabbing the cane, hitting Dennis in the throat with the handle and breaking the cane in two. Dave Mastiff grabs a chair and blasts Dennis repeatedly in the back with it before setting the chair up, and preparing to DDT Dennis on the chair but Eddie low blows Dave Mastiff. He nails an Enziguiri for a two count and goes up top for a shooting star press but Dave Mastiff rolls out of the way. Mastiff throws Dennis into the corner and splashes him. Dennis falls down in a sitting position, Mastiff throws a chair at him and then charges for a cannonball into the corner into a chair destroying Eddie Dennis. The big man covers...1....2...3. Winner by Pinfall: Dave Mastiff Rating: 16</div></blockquote> <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="ktOSBpo.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ktOSBpo.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A commercial for NXT TakeOver: Phoenix featuring the NXT Title match between Tommaso Ciampa & Aleister Black airs. NXT TakeOver: Phoenix is two weeks away LIVE on the WWE Network. Rating: 52 <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="7BTyjal.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/7BTyjal.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="sZaWVVV.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/sZaWVVV.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A video package highlighting the Mae Young Classic as well as the NXT UK Womens Title tournament that shows the abilities of both Rhea Rhipley & Toni Storm. It is the intro to the semi main event of TakeOver: Blackpool. The NXT UK Womens Title is next. Rating: 65 <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="c4Ryu3e.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/c4Ryu3e.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> <img alt="7BTyjal.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/7BTyjal.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="CjJweJf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/CjJweJf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="sZaWVVV.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/sZaWVVV.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Ripley and Storm start the match with each trading near falls on scientific holds but, then the hyper competitive nature of both women lead to this match turning into a hard hitting fist fight. Storm takes the advantage when she ducks a clothesline and boots Ripley so hard that she falls from the ring. Storm climbs the ropes and does a beautiful corkscrew moonsault onto the floor that takes down the champion. Back in the ring, Storm sends Ripley into the ropes and delivers a vicious standing headbutt and nearly scores the pinfall. When Ripley tries to fight back with a series of kicks, Storm catches her by the leg, trapping her and dropping the champion on the back of her head with a German Suplex. Cover...1....2....Ripley barely kicks out. Toni charges for a Rear View but, Ripley catches her and does a German Suplex of her own. Now, the champion has control and drops Storm with a series of stiff clotheslines, uppercuts and nails the Pop Up Body Toss for the 1...2....Toni Storm kicks out. Rhea nails the Rip Tide...1....2....the challenger barely kicks out again. Ripley can't believe it and Toni Storm uses that disbelief to her advantage nailing a running big boot. Toni Storm locks on an Inverted Cloverleaf which has the champion screaming but just before she taps out she is able to turn it into a cradle for the 1...2...3. Winner by Pinfall and still NXT UK Womens Champion: Rhea Ripley Rating: 28 </div></blockquote> <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="7BTyjal.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/7BTyjal.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="sZaWVVV.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/sZaWVVV.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Following the win, Ripley takes the title and bails from the ring knowing that she escaped within an inch of her life. Storm looks on crushed as the champion walks up the ramp. Rating: 60 <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="epDOxRT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/epDOxRT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="JHo6BB3.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/JHo6BB3.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="oSS9RQ5.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/oSS9RQ5.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="ZyVVSLG.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZyVVSLG.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A video package dedicated to the rise of Pete Dunne and then to the rise and promised take over of NXT by Gallus. It shows that Gallus is a unit while Dunne is an island unto himself. The video ends with Joe Coffey saying he will be the new NXT UK Champion. Rating: 74 <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="DlAzvth.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/DlAzvth.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> <img alt="epDOxRT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/epDOxRT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="CjJweJf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/CjJweJf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="JHo6BB3.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/JHo6BB3.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Gallus comes to the ring with Joe Coffey. The champion comes out alone and as the match begins Mark Coffey and Wolfgang get on the apron and Pete Dunne is surrounded. This brings out NXT UK General Manager, Johnny Saint, who orders Mark Coffey & Wolfgang away from the ring or Joe Coffey will lose this match right now. Joe is furious as his group has to leave and Pete Dunne uses the distraction to hit the Bitter End immediately. Dunne covers....1.....2......Joe Coffey kicks out at the very last second. When Dunne comes at the challenger again, Coffey is able to grab him by his singlet and launch the champion face first into a turnbuckle. This gives Coffey the opportunity he needed as the challenger starts dropping the Bruiserweight with heavy slams in the ring and even a Samoan Drop off the apron onto the floor. Coffey rolls Dunne back into the ring and covers but is unable to secure the pinfall. When Dunne gets up, Coffey goes for All The Best For The Bells, the rotating lariat but, Dunne grabs the arm and locks in an armbar that twists Coffey's fingers back. The challenger screams in agony but makes it to the ropes. Dunne goes for another excruciating joint bend and Coffey again nearly taps but makes it to the ropes showing real determination. Dunne goes for the Bitter End again but Coffey is able to reverse it and roll through and nail Dunne in the face with a stiff knee. The challenger is able to nail the All The Best For The Bells and a cover....1.....2.......no, Dunne is out. Coffey hit his best shot and can't believe it didn't work. He goes for it again but, Dunne ducks, lifts Coffey up...BITTER END! Cover...1....2....3. Winner by Pinfall and still NXT UK Champion: Pete Dunne Rating: 36 </div></blockquote> <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="zUzuag6.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/zUzuag6.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="epDOxRT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/epDOxRT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="MUtGcBm.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MUtGcBm.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Triple H and Johnny Saint come down as Pete Dunne is handed the belt. They each shake his hand and give him a hug as Gallus comes down to take Joe Coffey back. Gallus screams that this is not over. Triple H and Saint bail with Dunne celebrating in the ring as NXT UK TakeOver: Blackpool goes off the air. Rating: 75 Overall: 44 </div>

Pipers Pit · January 7, 2019

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