WWE: Then. Now. Forever.

Pipers Pit · January 8, 2019

<div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="U2IKQzC.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/U2IKQzC.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <iframe width="200" height="100" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/zase38A-U_8" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/zase38A-U_8"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> . . . . . . . . . . <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="JxooUbf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/JxooUbf.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="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" /> A Vignette is shown recapping last week’s show specifically highlights concerning Dean Ambrose severely injuring Seth Rollins, and Kurt Angle putting Alexa Bliss on the spot leading to tonight’s Royal Rumble warmup for the Women’s Division. 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> <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" /> The show begins with Braun Strowman’s music playing and the crowd comes to its feet as the Monster makes his way down to the ring. He grabs a mic and says that in two weeks at the Royal Rumble he’s going to become the new WWE Universal Champion when Brock Lesnar gets these hands but before that he’s got some business to attend to. Last week was the first chapter of the Braun Strowman revenge tour and tonight it’s going to be the second, so Drew McIntyre, get down to this ring and take the ass whipping you deserve! <img alt="NBbRn7A.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/NBbRn7A.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> It isn’t long before McIntyre comes out and he looks like he’s ready for a fight too. 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="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="NBbRn7A.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/NBbRn7A.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> These two square off and show off the power both of them possess but it’s Strowman who gets the upper hand by giving those hands to McIntyre. After a series of running avalanches in the corner, McIntyre is wobbly on his feet and Strowman picks him up for the powerslam but as he seeks approval from the crowd, Dolph Ziggler runs in and chop blocks Strowman behind the knee, causing a disqualification. Winner by Disqualification: Braun Strowman Rating: 7.4 </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="R0uFScU.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/R0uFScU.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" /> Ziggler keeps pounding on Strowman’s back while he has an advantage but it doesn’t last long. Strowman recovers from the cheapshot and grabs Ziggler by the throat, before converting it into a military press and throwing Ziggler over the top rope onto McIntyre who catches him and falls in the process. Rating: 8.7 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.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" /> In a pre taped video, Natalya announces that she is entering this year’s Royal Rumble for one reason. To prove she’s the best there is, the best there was, and the best there ever will be! Rating: 7.7 <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="hmKTGwf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/hmKTGwf.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="cBRSVip.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/cBRSVip.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> Dana is able to put on a surprisingly good showing for herself, catching the Samoan off balance with some power moves and slams. And nearly scores several pinfalls but, she gets over confident and that hurts her when Tamina slams Dana down with a vicious headbutt. Soon, its a big boot and a Superfly Splash for the pinfall victory. Winner by Pinfall: Tamina Snuka Rating: 5.8 </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="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" /> We’re shown a pre-taped video with Bobby Lashley and his hype man Lio Rush. Rush says that in two weeks, the man beside him will outlast twenty-nine other men, go to WrestleMania, and he’ll go from Almighty to Immortal! Rating: 7.1 <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" /><img alt="r7wQQu1.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/r7wQQu1.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> In the back, Bayley and Sasha are in the hallway talking about their win last week. They both are surprised when Alexa approaches them. They are both wary but, Alexa tells them how impressed that she is with their win and, more importantly, with their teamwork. Sasha and Bayley say that is because they are best friends and they are a team. Alexa says that she sees that and that they have given her a lot to think about. She walks off smiling while Sasha and Bayley wonder what that was about. Rating: 8.1 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="BjCbVht.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/BjCbVht.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="JslOxFn.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/JslOxFn.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Following the break we’re treated to a graphic informing us that next week the Beast, the WWE Universal Champion, Brock Lesnar and his advocate Paul Heyman will be live on RAW! Rating: 9.4 <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 hype tonight’s main event: A 10 woman battle royal! <img alt="stlnIks.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/stlnIks.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="owJUayU.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/owJUayU.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="RXNLTov.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/RXNLTov.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="O6emnbt.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/O6emnbt.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" /><img alt="uaIHuSZ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uaIHuSZ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="8RNlSr7.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/8RNlSr7.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="H8MzcyW.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/H8MzcyW.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="URzqeGS.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/URzqeGS.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> 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="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" /><img alt="uhd7uNo.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uhd7uNo.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="MdzWm2M.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MdzWm2M.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="R5EN1a9.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/R5EN1a9.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> The match’s momentum switches a few times and the crowd seems to be into Ryder but before the action gets really going, it’s interrupted by the AOP. <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" /> Akam and Rezar hit the ring and flatten Ryder and Dallas at the same time. When Hawkins and Axel try to help, they’re similarly put down. As the referee calls for the bell, the RAW Tag Team Champions continue their assault. No Contest 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="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" /> As the bell rings, the AOP continue to destroy both teams, before throwing them all out of the ring. Once it’s just the AOP, Drake Maverick makes his way into the ring. <img alt="Yx7xaQJ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Yx7xaQJ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> He gets on the mic and says that incase anyone, including the Revival, are hard of hearing the AOP wanted to send a clear message. They are not only the RAW Tag Team Champions, they are the most dominant tag team in recent WWE memory. So come one, come all. If you want to be destroyed, the AOP will oblige. Rating: 6.5 <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="Wycv9qb.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Wycv9qb.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Michael Cole gives us an update on Seth Rollins, following the vicious attack by Dean Ambrose last week. Cole tells us Rollins was admitted to a local medical facility that night and was only just released a few hours ago. While no details of his injuries are known, it’s expected Rollins may be out of action a few weeks. Rating: 8.2 <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="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" /><img alt="uhd7uNo.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uhd7uNo.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="IaplPO6.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/IaplPO6.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="vr0AbLy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/vr0AbLy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> American Alpha is on fire as soon as the bell rings and while it’s not unusual to see the Ascension on the losing end, they’re essentially enhancement talents in this one as Gable and Jordan fly around the ring putting on a clinic. It’s finished when Gable hits a German Suplex on Viktor for the win. Winners by Pinfall: American Alpha Rating: 7.0 </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="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" /><img alt="oBTi9w7.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/oBTi9w7.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> As American Alpha makes their way up the ramp, General Manager Kurt Angle comes out applauding, and the three of them celebrate. Rating: 7.3 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="ggJYoKJ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ggJYoKJ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A graphic is shown hyping that next week an already loaded show gets bigger. Hall of Famer Trish Stratus will be live on RAW! Rating: 6.8 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="R0uFScU.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/R0uFScU.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" /> That is followed by another graphic is shown hyping the fact that next week we’ll see Braun Strowman go one on one with Dolph Ziggler. The announcers banter about Ziggler being able to show off afterwards from a hospital bed. Rating: 8.1 <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" /> A video package is shown highlighting last year’s first annual women’s Royal Rumble, and the announcers discuss its history-making moments. Rating: 7.9 <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="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="2zoCIeJ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/2zoCIeJ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> These two trade the action back and forth and Elias looks like he may be on the verge of an early win but Ambrose ducks out. It’s a plot and when Elias follows he finds himself face first into the ring post. Ambrose goes to work with a ruthless vigor, eventually getting Elias back into the ring but he only gets a two count. Elias is trying his best to get back on his feet but Ambrose is all over him, and when Elias tries a last desperate attempt to regain control with a swinging neckbreaker, Ambrose slips out, kicks him in the stomach and hits Dirty Deeds for the win. Winner by Pinfall: Dean Ambrose Rating: 7.9 </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="JxooUbf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/JxooUbf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> After the match, Ambrose rolls out to the outside and collects Elias’ guitar. He gets back in and as Elias struggles to get back to his feet, Ambrose examines the instrument, before shrugging and blasting it across Elias’ back, splintering the guitar in a hundred pieces. Ambrose then kicks Elias out of the ring and demands a mic. He says that if Seth Rollins has any guts he’ll come out here right now and plays to the crowd when Rollins doesn’t show---we’re also reminded by Cole that Rollins just got out of the medical facility and isn’t at the show. Ambrose says he isn’t surprised Rollins won’t face him man to man before dropping the mic and leaving the ring. Rating: 9.7 <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="AqhFMEX.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/AqhFMEX.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Kurt Angle is in his office, still in a great mood when Charley Caruso comes in and asks him how he feels about Stephanie McMahon announcing she’s going to be at RAW next week. He asks where she heard that and she tells him it was on twitter right after he congratulated American Alpha. When she leaves, Angle looks very worried. Rating: 6.3 <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: 8.6 <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="stlnIks.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/stlnIks.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="owJUayU.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/owJUayU.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="RXNLTov.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/RXNLTov.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="O6emnbt.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/O6emnbt.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="Z3AxLYN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Z3AxLYN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="jTcyApP.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/jTcyApP.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" /> Following the win, Nia is shocked and angered at the loss and blasts Ember from behind. Nia begins wailing away at Moon as Ronda runs from the announce desk and charges the ring. Ronda gets in and spears Nia taking her down and is on the Samoan laying into Jax for all that she has done recently. When Ronda goes for the armbar, Nia is able to get out and bails from the ring. As Jax laughs, Ronda's face is a mask of fury. Ronda begs for Nia to come in but Nia won't. She just laughs maniacally while Ronda checks on Ember as Raw goes off the air. Rating: 7.2 Overall: 8.7 </div> <img alt="d7XmECy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/d7XmECy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="uaIHuSZ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uaIHuSZ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="8RNlSr7.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/8RNlSr7.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="H8MzcyW.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/H8MzcyW.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="URzqeGS.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/URzqeGS.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> When we come back from commercial, RAW Women’s Champion Ronda Rousey is seated with the announcers and the competitors are already in the ring. The story of the battle royal is the dominance of Nia Jax. Early on she points to Ronda every time that she throws someone out. After four eliminations, the remaining women start to gang up on Nia. Meanwhile Ember Moon is slowly starting to throw women out herself. Nia is able to fend off the challenge and soon it is down to Nia and Ember. Nia throws Ember over the ropes but Ember doesn’t touch the ground. When Nia goes to finish her off, Ronda stands up from the desk and stands on the table. The crowd cheers which gets Nia's attention and she and Ronda have a staredown. Jax screams "watch this" and charges Ember but Moon pulls the ropes down and Nia goes over the top rope and hits the floor. Winner by Toss Out: Ember Moon Rating: 7.4</div></blockquote></div>

Pipers Pit · January 12, 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/qFsNiWWBrgY" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/qFsNiWWBrgY"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <img alt="dHzGmQP.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/dHzGmQP.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="RcaSSHg.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/RcaSSHg.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" /><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" /> A video is shown recapping last week’s show, focusing on the Miz attacking Jeff Hardy which postponed their number one contender match, and Sonja Deville and Mandy Rose costing Becky Lynch a shot at Charlotte Flair and the Smackdown Women’s Championship. 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="CaGo3ym.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/CaGo3ym.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" /><img alt="sBxmIxK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/sBxmIxK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Qrw1Rvp.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Qrw1Rvp.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="KJ5jVNd.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/KJ5jVNd.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The Bulgarian Brute’s pure strength matches up against strongstyle in this matchup, and early on it’s Rusev tossing Nakamura around the ring. He gets an early two count when he smashes Nakamura into the corner and follows it up with a side slam. Rusev is feeling it, but he makes a crucial mistake when he becomes too interested in leading a ‘Rusev Day’ chant allowing Nakamura to recover and when Rusev charges him, Nakamura delivers a devastating kick to his knee, dropping Rusev in his tracks. Nakamura focuses on the knee to the point that Rusev can’t put any weight on it. Lana is very upset but Rusev won’t give up. Finally, Nakamura hits a brutal looking Kinshasa for the win. Winner by Pinfall and still WWE United States Champion: Shinsuke Nakamura Rating: 7.5 </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="gUmdKwW.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/gUmdKwW.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Qrw1Rvp.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Qrw1Rvp.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> We’re shown a replay of the Kinshasa that put Rusev down for the three count. Rating: 7.3 <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.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" /><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" /> A replay of last week where Mandy Rose & Sonya Deville cost Becky Lynch her shot at Charlotte and the SmackDown Womens Championship. The video shows them running for their lives and Becky’s promised “this is not over”. A graphic airs that says coming up: Mandy Rose will take on Carmella tonight! Rating: 8.0 <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" /> The Miz is in his locker room and says tonight the A lister will defeat a washed up hasbeen who doesn’t deserve to even be named. Then the WWE Championship will come home where it belongs, into the arms of the hardest working man in the WWE. Rating: 8.1 <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="fXUpgMD.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/fXUpgMD.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" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> This match never even gets started because as soon as the bell sounds, Becky Lynch’s music hits as The Man saunters down to the ring. <iframe width="200" height="100" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Gj7WQJadVXw" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/Gj7WQJadVXw"</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" /> Carmella, wisely bails, as Mandy Rose is trapped. She attacks Becky as soon as she gets in the ring but, the attack is fruitless as Becky drops her on her head with a BeckSploder and then pounds away on the beauty. She locks in the Disarm-Her and Mandy screams as Paige sends SmackDown officials to run to the ring to finally break it up. The officials tend to Mandy as Becky smiles and yells “don’t mess with the Man” and heads up the aisle. Paige glares at her as she goes to the back. Winner by Disqualification: Mandy Rose Rating: 5.3 </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="ZJdcVYY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZJdcVYY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A highlight video of Asuka winning the Royal Rumble last year and her journey through NXT and onto the main roster airs. It ends with her promised entry into the Royal Rumble from last week and “nobody ready for Asuka”. Rating: 7.2 <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.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" /> Jeff Hardy is shown in his locker room with an extravagant face paint scheme. He says he will defeat the Miz and go onto the Royal Rumble where he will become the next WWE Champion. He believes in destiny and tonight his destiny is to get extreme. Rating: 7.8 <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="ntF79A6.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ntF79A6.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="GuvQspz.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GuvQspz.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> Almas attacks Styles before the bell rings and keeps control for the early minutes of the match but AJ fights back, feeling the crowd’s support. Just as it appears Styles is building momentum, Zelina on the outside distract him by getting up on the apron. Styles begins arguing with her and this allows Almas to blast him from behind. Almas keeps on the pressure but he begins spending too much time taunting Styles. AJ blocks a series of punches, firing back with his own counters, and floors Almas. A few more running attacks and Almas is unsure on his feet. Styles nails the Phenomenal Forearm for the win. Winner by Pinfall: AJ Styles Rating: 7.9</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="ntF79A6.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ntF79A6.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="fxwUXRs.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/fxwUXRs.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Following the match, Zelina Vega attempts to console Almas, but he rejects it and is visibly angry as he heads up the ramp. Rating: 6.3 <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.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" /><img alt="RcaSSHg.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/RcaSSHg.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> In the back Becky Lynch is preparing to leave but, security stops her. She turns around just as an irate Paige walks up to her and tells her that her night is not over. Thanks to Becky, Mandy Rose is on her way to the hospital to have her arm checked out and her status in the Royal Rumble is now in doubt. Paige tells The Man that she understands that Mandy and Sonya gave her reason to be angry and seek revenge but interrupting matches, causing destruction is not the way. But, since Becky is so pissed off, Paige will give her a chance to vent those frustrations. Her work is not done. Becky Lynch now has a match...against Sonya Deville. And that match is next. 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="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="Ib5exsX.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Ib5exsX.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> Early on Becky takes it to Sonya but, to the surprise of The Man, Sonya is able to capitalize on a mistake when Becky charges her and Sonya moves forcing Becky to crash shoulder first into the ring post. Becky falls to the floor and Sonya begins to ram and slam Becky into the ring steps and does a brutal Tiger Bomb on the floor. Back in the ring Sonya uses her MMA background with a series of punches to put Lynch on the ropes. Sonya nails a devastating Spinebuster that nearly finishes off Lynch. When Soyna goes for the Ankle Lock, Becky is able to power out and turn it into a Crossface that has Deville screaming for her life. Deville is able to get to the ropes but, it doesn't help her as she is soon suplexed all over the ring and then is forced to tap out to the Disarm-Her. Winner by Submission: Becky Lynch Rating: 7.0 </div></blockquote> <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" /> Following the win, Mandy Rose comes from the crowd having clearly not gone to the hospital. She runs in and blasts Becky from behind and soon, Sonya has joined in. Absolution lays waste to The Man until the SmackDown Women’s Champion, Charlotte comes running down to aide her on-again, off-again friend. <img alt="18ceS9A.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/18ceS9A.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Together The Queen & The Man are able to clear the ring of Mandy and Sonya with both giving an uneasy nod to the other. Rating: 8.6 <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. Rating: 9.4 <img alt="lBiYXeT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/lBiYXeT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <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" /><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" /> WWE Champion Daniel Bryan comes down to the ring and sits at the announcer’s table, awaiting the number one contender match which is next! Rating: 8.2 <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="EbMZVie.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/EbMZVie.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="GIoEeM8.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GIoEeM8.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" /> As Hardy celebrates, WWE Champion Daniel Bryan steps into the ring and the two engage in a stare down to end the show. Rating: 8.0 Overall: 7.9</div> The dislike between these two is evident and it’s Hardy laying into the Miz from the opening bell and he holds the momentum by using a series of aerial attacks, keeping the Miz on the defense. The Miz gains the upper hand when a risky move by Hardy doesn’t pan out. The Miz then pulls Hardy to the outside and continues his assault, clearing the announcer’s table and it appears the Miz wants to put Hardy on the table, but Hardy fights him off, and sends the Miz face first into the ringpost. Hardy puts the Miz onto the table and climbs to the top rope before flying off and crashing through the Miz and the table. Hardy rolls the Miz back into the ring after a few moments of recovery. The Miz is still out of it, and Hardy hits the Twist of Fate for the win. Winner by Pinfall: Jeff Hardy Rating: 6.7 </div></blockquote></div>

Pipers Pit · January 12, 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="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" /> A video is shown recapping last week’s show, highlighting specifically Lio Rush qualifying for the Royal Rumble Cruiserweight Championship match with his victory over Cedric Alexander. Rating: 6.9 <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> <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="IITVD45.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/IITVD45.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="4xnhNLj.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/4xnhNLj.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The past between these two comes into play immediately as their shared hatred plays out with a violent clash from the opening bell. They flip the advantage back and forth over the course of the match but finally Gulak gets the upper hand. He keeps pressing Kendrick on pinfalls but Kendrick always manages to kick out. Gulak makes a frustrated mistake by slinging Kendrick into the corner and charging in, but Kendrick stops him in his tracks with an elbow. With Gulak stunned momentarily, Kendrick grabs him around the neck and quickly runs up the nearby turnbuckles to hit Sliced Bread for the win. Winner by Pinfall: Brian Kendrick Rating: 5.9 </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="IITVD45.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/IITVD45.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Following the match Kendrick celebrates his big win, knowing he’s got a shot at the WWE Cruiserweight Championship. Rating: 7.4 <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" /> <img alt="k0hMeMT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/k0hMeMT.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="4j9WoOr.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/4j9WoOr.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" /> The announcers hype Kendrick’s win a moment ago and the fatal fourway at the Royal Rumble for the WWE Cruiserweight Championship with Buddy Murphy defending against Kalisto, Lio Rush, and Brian Kendrick. . Rating: 6.2 <img alt="Y94iBAY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Y94iBAY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="Bn3MDdy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Bn3MDdy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Maria Kanellis is shown in a pre-taped segment. She hypes her husband Mike and their intense love affair. She then says next week he’ll humble someone who desperately needs it…Mustafa Ali. The heart of 205 Live is going to be flatlined. Rating: 6.8 <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="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" /><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" /><img alt="7Iribii.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/7Iribii.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> A fast paced tag match which follows the standard playbook of the heels controlling and keeping Dorado separated from his partner until the hot tag is made. Finally he gets Metallik the hot tag and he cleans house with a ton of energy, finally hitting a cross body block from the top on Daivari for the win. Winners by Pinfall: Lince Dorado and Gran Metallik Rating: 5.7 </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="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" /><img alt="p1yZVV5.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/p1yZVV5.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="7Iribii.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/7Iribii.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Following the match Nese and Daivari go on the attack and look like they’re going to seriously injure their opponents when…. <img alt="T464NJS.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/T464NJS.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Sin Cara comes running down the aisle and wipes out both Nese and Daivari. After helping Dorado and Metallik to their feet the Lucha House Party celebrates with their newest member. Rating: 6.4 <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" /><img alt="4j9WoOr.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/4j9WoOr.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="MElQxQf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MElQxQf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> We see a graphic telling us next week’s main event will be a tag match with WWE Cruiserweight Champion Buddy Murphy teaming up with Lio Rush versus Kalisto and Brian Kendrick shead of the fatal four way at the Royal Rumble. Rating: 7.1 <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="0sTyYL9.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/0sTyYL9.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="WaDH1KR.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/WaDH1KR.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> Prince Pretty makes his 205 debut against former champion TJP. It’s an equal match through the first half but Breeze makes TJP pay for a misjudged dropkick and from that point it’s the Breeze of old taking care of business before putting TJP away with Beauty Shot. Winner by Pinfall: Tyler Breeze Rating: 5.8 </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="0sTyYL9.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/0sTyYL9.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" /> Breeze doesn’t even have time to celebrate his win as Hideo Itami suddenly hits the ring and blasts him from behind. Itami takes him apart with strikes before hitting a DDT. Breeze is face down in the ring and Itami is staring down at him with a vengeful glare as the show ends. Rating: 7.1 Overall: 6.4 </div>

Kimberly · January 17, 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="fLaE8Wg.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/fLaE8Wg.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> NXT opens with the entire NXT locker room, male and female wrestlers, in the ring. Everyone is wearing masks of confusion when NXT General Manager, William Regal, steps to the stage. He says that in ten days NXT will take over Phoenix and on that night the NXT title will be decided between Black and Ciampa, the Triple Threat Match will determine the NXT North American Title, the Tag Team Titles are on the line just to name a few big matches for TakeOver. But, that's not why the NXT Superstars are standing in that ring. In ten days, NXT will take over Phoenix but, the reason that NXT is even there is because the very next night is the Royal Rumble. The Royal Rumble Match always promises big surprises and NXT talent have made their mark in years past. This year shall be no different because Regal has just gotten off a conference call with Shane and Stephanie McMahon and they have agreed. There will be NXT talent in both the men's and women's Royal Rumble Match...and should one of NXT's talent win the Rumble...their title challenge will not take place at TakeOver: New York, it will take place in the main event aof Wrestlemania! Ladies, gentlemen, be ready for TakeOver: Phoenix but, should your name and number be called.....be ready to take over the Royal Rumble. The crowd chants NXT while the talent realize that NXT could main event Wrestlemania. The announcers are excited as NXT goes to it's opening video. Rating: 8.8 <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="W25HFP3.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/W25HFP3.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="0930ris.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/0930ris.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="wdnhfe8.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wdnhfe8.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Evans tries to get some offense in early on and stuns the champ but she is soon met with a blistering back hand to the face and then Baszler dominates. She brutalizes Evans with stiff punches and kicks in the corner and throws her around the ring. The champ locks in an ankle lock but Evans, somehow, is able to get to the ropes before tapping. She is not so lucky when she stands up, the Queen of Spades hits a Gut Wrench Powerbomb and then locks in the Kirifuda Clutch and Evans has no choice but to immediately tap out. Winner by Submission and still NXT Women’s Champion: Shayna Baszler Rating: 3.3</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="0930ris.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/0930ris.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="wdnhfe8.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wdnhfe8.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Following the win, Jessamyn Duke comes down to congratulate her friend and encourages the champ to decimate Evans some more. Together they throw her around until officials rush the ring. As Duke and Baszler go up the ramp, Dakota Kai and Io Shirai jump the barricade and surround Duke and Baszler. They prepare to fight when Kairi Sane comes out from the back and she has 3 kendo sticks. <img alt="pKep1Ev.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/pKep1Ev.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="Dbcw8AV.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Dbcw8AV.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> She throws them to her friends and then the beat down is own as Duke and Baszler are being brutalized. Finally more officials come out and separate all 5 women. This brings Regal back out where he announces that their six women TakeOver match will now be a war because it will now be Shayna Baszler, Jessamyn Duke and Marina Shafir against Kairi Sane, Io Shirai and Dakota Kai in a No Disqualification Match. Rating: 6.7 <img alt="rs9LEys.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rs9LEys.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="RWTE5ot.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/RWTE5ot.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" /> A graphic to hype our main event tonight is aired showing Bobby Fish of The Undisputed Era vs Aleister Black. Rating: 6.8 <img alt="rs9LEys.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rs9LEys.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <iframe width="200" height="100" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/tv2zZvtzRVY" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/tv2zZvtzRVY"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> Rating: 6.4 <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="tV5Xtqv.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tV5Xtqv.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="goeZ8sN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/goeZ8sN.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="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" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> As expected this is a big man battle between these behemoths and Heavy Machinery does do well early on but, soon Hanson and Rowe just beat the garbage out of their opponents. When it looks like the War Raiders are about to win, Kyle O'Reilly & Roderick Strong come out onto the stage and distract Hanson. This allows Otis to nail him behind and Heavy Machinery nails the Compactor. The Undisputed Era celebrates as Otis covers for the 1...2....Hanson kicks out. Hanson is able to tag in Rowe who soon cleans house and Tucker Knight is hit with Fallout for the 3 count. Winners by Pinfall: War Raiders Rating: 4.4 </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="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="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" /> Following the match The Undisputed Era tell them that they got lucky but that their luck runs out in ten days. War Raiders tell the Undisputed Era to look at what they just did to guys twice the size of the so called champs and wonder, what hell will be brought upon the Undisputed Era when the War Raiders finally get their blood lust fulfilled? The champs walk away looking nervous. Rating: 6.5 <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="0930ris.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/0930ris.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" /> Backstage an official is seen with bolt cutters on a door while pounding is heard. He is able to break a padlock and Marina Shafir comes out. Just then Jessamyn Duke & Shayna Baszler come to the door and ask where was she. The official confirms that Shafir was locked in this locker room and she says it was Kairi and her gang that set them up. Shayna promises there will be hell to pay at TakeOver. Rating: 6.2 <img alt="rs9LEys.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rs9LEys.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <iframe width="200" height="100" 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: 6.0 <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="vvCdQOT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/vvCdQOT.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="RWTE5ot.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/RWTE5ot.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> Early on Black beats Fish down but, Bobby is able to get a low blow when the ref isn't looking and soon the veteran of the match is showing Black how it is done. Fish punishes Aleister with a half Boston Crab but Black won't tap out. Fish continues to work on the knee with a Dragon Screw Leg Drop and again to the half crab. Aleister is able to make it to the ropes and to the floor. When Bobby comes diving through the ropes, Black nails him with a European Uppercut and a GTS on the floor. He rolls Fish back into the ring and covers 1...2...Bobby kicks out. Black goes for the Black Mass but Fish ducks and nails the Saito Suplex. He covers for a 2 count. Fish nails the Falcon Arrow and then locks in the Fish Hook Deluxe. Black is screaming in agony as his left knee and ankle is contorted. Somehow Aleister is able to push up and drag himself to the ropes. Bobby, enraged charges, BLACK MASS! Aleister connects out of nowhere and covers...1...2...3. Winner by Pinfall: Aleister Black Rating: 3.8 </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="vvCdQOT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/vvCdQOT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="RWTE5ot.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/RWTE5ot.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Following the match Aleister looks down at Bobby Fish with a look of respect, he knows that he got away with this barely. As he begins to limp out of the ring, the lights go out. <img alt="fgtlAVK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/fgtlAVK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> When they return Aleister is looking at the entrance ramp for Ciampa but, Ciampa slides out from under the ring and comes into the ring. He clips Aleister Black from behind in the knee that Fish has hurt. He places the NXT Title on the mat and then slams Black's knee into it. Ciampa goes out of the ring and grabs a chair and places Black's knee into the chair and then goes to the second rope. The diabolical champion jumps off and Black screams in agony as the announcers put over that Tommaso Ciampa may have just taken Aleister Black out of TakeOver: Phoenix. The champ celebrates as officials check on the fallen challenger as NXT goes off the air. Rating: 7.9 Overall: 5.7 </div>

Kimberly · January 20, 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="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="7BTyjal.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/7BTyjal.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="go4tBfQ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/go4tBfQ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> NXT UK opens with a recap video of last Saturday's TakeOver Blackpool complete with Rhea Ripley successfully defending the NXT UK Womens Championship, the Grizzled Young Veterans winning the NXT UK Tag Team Championship & Pete Dunne successfully defending against Joe Coffey. The video ends with Coffey's promise that this is not over. Rating: 7.5 <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" /> Gallus opens the show by coming down to the ring. Joe Coffey states that what happened last Saturday in Blackpool was simply that Pete Dunne got lucky. And now, the bloke has run off back to America to try to capture the North American title. Well, Gallus is here. The take over of NXT UK may have hit a snag last Saturday but, it is not over. Tonight, in the main event, the Coffey Brothers will show NXT UK that this brand belongs to us and that Gallus runs this show. And we will prove it against the so beloved Mustache Mountain. So, boys, get ready for the beating of your lives. Rating: 5.0 <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 style="text-align:center;"><div> <img alt="CNUDW50.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/CNUDW50.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="UAN7HKp.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/UAN7HKp.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Early on Andrews is able to get some licks in but, Gradwell headbutts him and then delivers a vicious European Uppercut that floors the Welsh star and soon Gradwell is on Mark Andrews. He locks in a chin lock but places his knee right behind Andrews' head and bends it backward causing excruciating pain. When Andrews is able to break the hold by putting his foot in the ropes, Gradwell drops a knee to the back of Andrews' knee and locks him in a STF. Andrews fights but, Gradwell elbows him in the nose and locks it back in. This time Andrews has to give up. Winner by submission: Sam Gradwell Rating: 4.3</div></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="UAN7HKp.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/UAN7HKp.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Following the match, Sam Gardwell gets on the mic. He says that the Coffeys and Gallus may think that they have a claim on Pete Dunne but, Sam Gardwell can out wrestle anyone. Dunne may call himself the Bruiserweight but Sam Gardwell sends people to the bloody hospital. We have met before and we will soon meet again. Pete Dunne, your next challenger is calling you out. Rating: 6.2 <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="mkFB069.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/mkFB069.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <iframe width="300" height="400" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/QKHQsBAi6Gw" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/QKHQsBAi6Gw"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> Rating: 4.4 <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" /> We get a recap of Rhea Ripley and Toni Storm from last Saturday. We are told that Toni Storm will be in action next week on NXT UK. Rating: 6.9 <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;"> <img alt="dA7GQgt.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/dA7GQgt.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="xg7Coke.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/xg7Coke.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> The debuting Kento Miyahara from All Japan Wrestling excites with some high flying moves to start, including a diving corkscrew back elbow that nearly ends the match. But, the star from Pakistan, Jordan, has some high flying moves of his own including a standing shooting star press that gets a two count. Kento nails the Blackout running knee but only gets a two count. He goes for the Shutdown German Suplex but Jordan flips out and lands on his feet and nails a running Enziguiri. Jordan goes up top and does a front flip into a Guillotine Leg Drop for the 1...2....3. Winner by pinfall: Amir Jordan Rating: 3.0</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="pG7nIt6.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/pG7nIt6.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A promo video airs showing Jinny and focusing on her calling herself the Nightmare of NXT. She destroys some unknown woman in a sparring match. We are told that she will make her NXT UK appearance next week. Rating: 6.7 <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.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="go4tBfQ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/go4tBfQ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The Grizzled Young Veterans are shown entering a bar to celebrate their win as NXT UK Tag Team Champions. Before long they have had a couple pints and start a bar brawl. They smash a glass over the bartender's head and walk out as the brawl rages on celebrating about a job well done. Rating: 5.4 <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;"> <img alt="viPePDo.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/viPePDo.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="fglu4x4.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/fglu4x4.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> This is straight up decimation as Kelly stays true to her name and just level's the cute pixie. Before long Killer Kelly does a Bucklebomb into a big boot that knocks out Brookside. 1..2..3. Winner by pinfall: Killer Kelly Rating: 2.9</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="oSS9RQ5.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/oSS9RQ5.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="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" /> We see earlier tonight where Gallus demanded a match with Mustache Mountain. That match, the main event of the week, is next. Rating: 5.7 <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;"> <img alt="oSS9RQ5.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/oSS9RQ5.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="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" /></div> Early on the Coffey Brothers mock Bate and Seven and clearly don't take them seriously. That is a mistake as Mark Coffey almost gets pinned following a double superkick. The Coffey's then get serious as they beat apart Trent Seven and really keep him from Bate for most of the match. They trade body blows on Seven and high impact shots to the head that have the veteran nearly out but, Trent Seven shows incredible heart and doesn't give up. Eventually Joe Coffey goes for a swinging FaceBuster but, Seven uses the rotation to propel Coffey into the ropes where Bate kicks him in the head. With Joe down, Trent Seven is finally able to tag in his partner as Mark Coffey is tagged in as well. Tyler Bate cleans house and nearly beats Mark Coffey with a German Suplex into a bridge but Joe Coffey kicks him in the ribs. This brings back in Trent Seven who fights with Joe Coffey and they end up on the floor. Mark Coffey signals to end the match and goes for a jumping Enziguiri but Bate ducks under, hooks him and delivers a walking German Suplex into a bridge...1...2....3. Winners by pinfall: Mustache Mountain Rating: 4.3</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="oSS9RQ5.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/oSS9RQ5.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="ZyVVSLG.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZyVVSLG.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" /> Gallus is shocked that they have lost and this brings out Wolfgang who is furious. As Mustache Mountain celebrate, the big man gets in the ring and lays them both out. The Coffeys get into the ring and the three pick apart Bate and Seven until officials rush out. Gallus leaves the ring laughing as NXT UK goes off the air. Rating: 5.8 Overall: 5.2 </div>

Pipers Pit · January 20, 2019

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Pipers Pit · January 23, 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="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" /><img alt="jTcyApP.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/jTcyApP.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A video recap of last week is shown focusing on the Women’s Royal Rumble warmup and it’s post match aftermath. Rating: 7.0 <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> <iframe width="200" height="100" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/TCpIf6XpHhc" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/TCpIf6XpHhc"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <img alt="Hc57HL3.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Hc57HL3.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Ronda comes out and holds the title in the air. She says that this title is the only title that truly matters in this company and that's because it is held by the baddest bitch on the planet. Ronda says that when she came to WWE she wasn't sure if she could hang, she was just living a dream. But, now? Now, she knows that she can not only hang, Ronda Rousey will destroy whomever she comes across. And that goes for whomever the winner of the Royal Rumble is this Sunday because, Rousey knows that person will be gunning for her and not Charlotte because this title is all that matters. And come Wrestlemania, in New York City, Ronda Rousey is going to break someone's arm and still be Raw Women's Champion. But, thats in the future because tonight the HBIC is ready for a FIGHT. And so, just a few moments ago, Ronda went to Alexa Bliss and demanded a match here tonight with Nia Jax and her little sidekick Tamina. Alexa has agreed and later on tonight it will be Nia Jax & Tamina against Ronda and her friend...Ember Moon. Tonight, Ronda and Ember are gonna kick some ass. Rating: 7.2 <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="ZPTLTK9.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZPTLTK9.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Apollo Crews is more than ready for this matchup and its energy and power that dominates the early moments but when he missed a cross body block from the second rope, it’s Roode’s veteran savvy that takes over. Roode works on the neck and shoulder, weakening Crews by sending him shoulder first into the ring post twice. Roode finally puts him away with a Glorious DDT. Winner by Pinfall: Bobby Roode Rating: 8.1 </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="KpynsWS.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/KpynsWS.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Following the match, Roode demands a mic from ringside and announces to the crowd that this Sunday, the Royal Rumble becomes GLORIOUS when he wins and punches his ticket to the main event of WrestleMania. Rating:8.6 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="JslOxFn.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/JslOxFn.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="AqhFMEX.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/AqhFMEX.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Backstage Paul Heyman is on his phone when Charley Caruso comes up and asks him about Brock Lesnar’s status tonight. Is he here? Heyman in his usual manner, carefully puts his phone away, looks into the camera, and says Braun Strowman is going to learn the old adage tonight….be careful what you wish for. Rating: 7.3 <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="QcJOKSu.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/QcJOKSu.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> Sasha and Bayley hug as soon as the match begins and then they trade early advantage. Bayley scores a near fall with a Fisherman's Suplex and Sasha comes back with a Victory Roll for a near fall. Next, both women try to lock in submission holds as Bayley is able to reverse the Banks Statement into a Crossface of her own as Sasha screams in agony but is able it make it to the ropes. When Bayley comes at her again, Sasha pulls Bayley through the ropes and to the floor and then slaps her best friend hard before running the hugger into a ring post. Back in the ring, Sasha goes up top for the Frog Splash but Bayley puts her knees up and covers Sasha...1..2....the Boss kicks out. When Banks stands up this time its Bayley who delivers a haymaker and then nails Bayley to Belly. Its over, 1....2.....Sasha just barely kicks out. Bayley throws Sasha into the corner and charges but, the Boss sidesteps her, hits the backstabber into the Banks' Statement again. Bayley is screaming and trying to hold on and reaches for the ropes.....Ruby Riott, Liv Morgan and Sarah Logan run down and attack Sasha as the referee calls for the bell. Winner by Disqualification: Sasha Banks Rating: 8.2 </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" /> Following the match the Riott Squad continues their assault of the Boss N Hug Connection. Ruby Riott directs traffic as Liv & Logan take Bayley apart and then it is Ruby who drops Sasha and then hits the We Riott Diving Senton. The Riott Squad stands over Bayley and Sasha claiming that they run Raw. Rating: 7.3 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A limo pulls up back in the parking garage. The driver gets out ands then we see who’s inside. <img alt="scYBYdo.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/scYBYdo.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Stephanie McMahon doesn’t look very happy as she ignores the driver and makes her way into the building. The CEO is here and she’ll be in the ring...next! Rating: 8.1 <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" /> RAW CEO Stephanie McMahon comes down to the ring and immediately called out General Manager Kurt Angle. <img alt="oBTi9w7.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/oBTi9w7.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> When Angle gets into the ring Stephanie says she got a call last week that he was showing preferential treatment to two employees including his son, Jason Jordan. That’s not what RAW is built on. It’s not what makes them the A brand and the pinnacle of Sports Entertainment. So right now she wants Angle to prove that he can be objective. He can do that by banning both members of American Alpha from the Royal Rumble match. Angle is taken aback, saying that they shouldn’t be punished. Stephanie says that she’s trying to be nice. If she wanted to, she could fire them both. Angle says that isn’t necessary and begrudgingly announces that Jason Jordan and Chad Gable will not be in the Royal Rumble match. Stephanie asks if that was so hard and smirks, leaving a very frustrated Angle in the ring. Rating: 7.1 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="AqhFMEX.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/AqhFMEX.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" /> Backstage, Charley Caruso is standing by with Dolph Ziggler. She asks about his match tonight with Braun Strowman but Ziggler cuts her off. He says that first off he’s glad Kurt Angle got cut down to size with his abuses of power but now it’s about the Monster versus the Show Off and once again he will show the world what happens when Dolph Ziggler gets the spotlight he so rightfully deserves. The only thing he thinks is fair is, when he lays out Strowman tonight, he ought to get the title match this Sunday. 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="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="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" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> Balor’s speed nullifies Lashley’s strength in the early moments as Balor strikes and moves frustrating Lashley with every missed attack. Lashley finally connects with a clothesline that turns Balor inside out. Lashley punishes Balor the for next several minutes, going for a pinfall following a powerslam but pulling Balor’s head up at the two count. That proves to be a bad decision as Balor puts on a comeback, breaking Lashley down with a series of kicks and high energy attacks, taking him down with three consecutive slingblade clotheslines. With Lashley looking dazed, Balor dropkicks him into the corner and Lashley lands with a thud. Balor climbs to the top, ready to deliver the Coup de Grace when Lio Rush jumps onto the apron and shoves him off causing the disqualification. Winner by Disqualification: Finn Balor Rating: 8.0 </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="LMd9Kvk.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/LMd9Kvk.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" /> With Balor down, Lashley goes on the attack, pummeling Balor before delivering a Dominator. He then flexes above Balor as the commentators discuss each man’s chances in the Royal Rumble. Rating: 8.1 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="ggJYoKJ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ggJYoKJ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Trish Stratus makes her way down to the ring and steps in waving to the crowd as she grabs a microphone. She looks at the Mania logo illuminated and says "Wrestlemania. New York City. The mecca of entertainment and the grandest stage of them all. And the opportunity to make a moment that lasts forever begins this Sunday in the Arizona desert. Last year was history making and I was a surprise entrant in the first ever Women's Royal Rumble match. But, this year the opportunity to be a main event at Wrestlemania is too great to leave to chance. So, I am here tonight to annou....." <img alt="ozXxQrC.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ozXxQrC.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Mickie James' music hits as Mickie comes to the stage. Mickie tells Trish that she is upstaging her for once since Trish is used to upstaging everyone else. Unlike Trish, Mickie, is still here every single night. Unlike Trish, Mickie has worked hard and has earned the opportunity that lies before us all this Sunday. So, Trish's little announcement...and its obvious that the announcement was that Trish is entering the Rumble blah blah blah, Trish's announcement is like Trish currently is...irrelevant. Because this Sunday Mickie James is going to the Royal Rumble and Mickie James will throw Trish Stratus' ass over the top rope and secure her place in history at Wrestlemania. Mickie blows a kiss at Trish and says "how do you like me now, Trish?" as she skips to the back with Trish angry. Rating: 8.0 <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" /><img alt="NqgjzHK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/NqgjzHK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="FgHXbKM.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/FgHXbKM.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" /> Backstage Jinder Mahal and his entourage are walking past Elias when the Drifter begins playing his guitar and singing some lyrics on the fly mocking Mahal. When the Modern Day Maharaja gets in his face, Elias says maybe they’ll meet up in the Rumble but even if they don’t, how about they handle it in the ring next Monday. Mahal agrees and the two part ways. Rating: 7.9 <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="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="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" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> A quick match between these two with the Revival taking control from the opening bell, and putting Slater down with the Shatter Machine after sending Rhyno into the ringpost on the outside. Winners by Pinfall: The Revival Rating: 6.8 </div></blockquote> Rating: <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.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" /> We’re shown a pre-taped video of Drew McIntyre where he says he’s entering the Royal Rumble and when it’s all said and done he’ll be claiming his birthright as the Chosen One. Rating: 7.6 <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/13zPgYDWP4A" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/13zPgYDWP4A"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . <img alt="JxooUbf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/JxooUbf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Dean Ambrose comes to the ring with a wide smirk. He asks if the crowd was expecting someone else but sorry to say they’ve been disappointed again by Seth Rollins. Here’s a news flash, Seth Rollins the biggest coward in the WWE isn’t here again. But Ambrose is. He’s not MIA. He’s not running and hiding. And this Sunday he’ll be back in this ring and he’s going to win the Royal Rumble and then he’s going to WrestleMania. And Seth Rollins? He doesn’t think we’ll ever see him again. 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="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 recap what happened last week in the Women’s Royal Rumble warmup and how it lead to tonight’s big tag match. Rating: 7.6 <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="Hc57HL3.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Hc57HL3.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="jTcyApP.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/jTcyApP.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" /><img alt="hmKTGwf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/hmKTGwf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> Early in the match, Ronda cleans house and really dominates Nia and Tamina. After Ember tags in, she follows suit but, blind tag by Nia allows for some double team effort and the two Samoan's have cut the War Goddess off from the champion. Tamina and Nia use quick tags and power moves to pummel Ember while Ronda tries to get in. Nia scores with a Samoan Drop and then Tamina hits the Superfly Splash and covers but Ronda is able to get in and break it up. After a few more attempts at finishing her off, Ember is finally able to backdrop Tamina and tag in Ronda as Tamina is about to tag in Nia. When Nia sees that Ronda is in the ring, Jax drops down and doesnt tag in. This leaves Tamina alone and Ronda easily dispatches of her and locks in the armbar for the submission. Winners by Pinfall: Ember Moon and Ronda Rousey 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="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" /> Dolph Ziggler and Drew McIntyre are making plans for tonight’s main event in their locker room when General Manager Kurt Angle comes in. <img alt="oBTi9w7.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/oBTi9w7.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> He apologizes for interrupting them but he wants to make it clear. Drew McIntyre is banned from ringside tonight and if he interferes, he’s out of the Rumble. To make sure that they understand he informs them that it’s true...it’s damn true. When he leaves, the two of them are seething. 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="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="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" /> We cut backstage where we find the AOP and the Revival in the middle of a wild brawl. Officials flood the area along with a few wrestlers and pull them apart. As AOP is led away by Maverick, Scott Dawson shouts they can’t duck the Revival forever. Rating: 6.9 <img alt="VFZFWuN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VFZFWuN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> We’re shown a video of the most OMG moments to hype this Sunday’s Royal Rumble. <iframe width="200" height="100" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/4GH27ZL6Wco" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/4GH27ZL6Wco"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> Rating: 8.7 <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="h22inhG.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/h22inhG.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" /> <iframe width="200" height="100" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/MKsELExB9_0" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/MKsELExB9_0"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <img alt="BjCbVht.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/BjCbVht.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="JslOxFn.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/JslOxFn.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="R0uFScU.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/R0uFScU.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Strowman wastes no time in leaving the ring and meeting Lesnar on the ramp. The two begin brawling back up towards the stage with Strowman picking Lesnar up and ramming him into the digitial board of the titantron, cracking the panel. Strowman has a gleam in his eyes and he picks Lesnar up by the head before bashing him over the back with a huge forearm. Heyman is screaming at Lesnar as Braun picks him up again but Strowman turns his head to tell Heyman to shut up. Suddenly Lesnar scoops up Strowman on his shoulders, but he’s uneasy on his feet. Staggering to the edge of the stage, he delivers an F5, putting Strowman through a table far below. As officials rush to Strowman’s side, Lesnar is on all fours up on the stage and as he sees the scene below, a sick smile emerges. The announcers urge us to tune in to the Royal Rumble this Sunday! Rating: 9.3 Overall: 8.6</div> Ziggler attacks Strowman before the match even begins as he’s coming down the ramp and he holds the advantage as he slams Strowman’s head into the apron, and keeps attacking his legs to weaken his base but he makes a crucial error when he tries to whip the Monster into the ring steps. Strowman reverses it and sends Ziggler hurdling into them. From there he rolls Dolph back into the ring and after climbing over the ropes it’s time to GET THESE HANDS. Ziggler is near defenseless as Strowman devastates him with power move after power move. Strowman is enjoying this after what Ziggler tried to do to him last week. He finally puts Ziggler away after two straight powerslams. Winner by Pinfall: Braun Strowman Rating: 7.7</div></blockquote></div>

Pipers Pit · January 27, 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="18ceS9A.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/18ceS9A.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" /><img alt="AnvpdPl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/AnvpdPl.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="GIoEeM8.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GIoEeM8.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" /> A recap video of last week is shown highlighting Charlotte saving Becky Lynch from Mandy and Sonya as well as Jeff Hardy winning the right to face Daniel Bryan at the Royal Rumble. Rating: 9.0 <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> <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" /> <img alt="Em8yRZT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Em8yRZT.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" /> <img alt="18ceS9A.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/18ceS9A.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" /><img alt="AnvpdPl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/AnvpdPl.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" /> The show opens at the announcer’s table where they hype tonight’s show including AJ Styles taking on Samoa Joe and the Queen and the Man teaming up to take on Mandy Rose and Sonya Deville. Rating: 9.1 <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="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="XW5pxBJ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/XW5pxBJ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="IAgAlFW.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/IAgAlFW.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Billie Kay struts around the ring while Asuka watches her with a bemused face. Eventually the Empress of Tomorrow strikes Billie with a roundhouse kick and then delivers a trap Suplex that lands Billie on her head. After toying with her opponent for awhile, Asuka locks Billie in the Asuka lock the Aussie smartly taps out. Winner by Submission: Asuka 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="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" /> We’re taken backstage in some back room where Sanity is waiting. Eric Young says that the time has come to purify Smackdown Live. Whether it’s Daniel Bryan, AJ Styles, or anyone else. There needs to be a purge to bring balance. This is Sanity’s mission and remember, violence is always the answer. Rating: 6.5 <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" /><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" /> After the commercial we’re again backstage where the Bar is talking about the Usos and the New Day. Suddenly Karl Anderson and Luke Gallows approach. They tell the Bar they’re sick and tired of how stale the tag team division has gotten and since Shane McMahon always says its the land of opportunity, how about the Bar give the Good Brothers an opportunity at the Royal Rumble. The Bar seem dismissive but Sheamus agrees and tells Anderson he can’t wait to kick his head off his shoulders. The two teams don’t come to blows but the tension is palpable. Rating:7.5 <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="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" /><img alt="sBxmIxK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/sBxmIxK.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" /><img alt="ZqCLB5z.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZqCLB5z.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> These two teams go right at each other some with very physical and stiff action. Though Sanity has the power advantage the experience of the Usos begins to pay dividends. With Dain knocked off the apron via a double dropkick, the Usos focus on Wolfe and hit simultaneous superkicks to drop him to his knees. When Jey bounds to the ropes, Eric Young pulls the rope down causing him to tumble out and the referee calls for the bell. Winners by Disqualification: The Usos 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="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" /><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" /> Sanity uses their numbers to swarm the Usos and appear like they’re going to put the Usos careers in jeopardy when the crowd gets to its feet. <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" /> The New Day comes sprinting down the ramp and now it’s three on three. The five time tag team champions quickly send Sanity to the outside and check on the Usos who they respect. Eric Young gets on the mic and says if they want to be purged, he’ll see one of them later tonight! Rating: 7.9 <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.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" /> SmackDown Live returns and Becky Lynch is sitting on a bar stool in the center of the ring. A single light is shining on her as she speaks: <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46077" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>"When I came to WWE I was very lucky to find four friends that I grew close to. But, what ended up happening was I became the one that had no spotlight put on. I was not the one that was earmarked for success. I didn't main event TakeOvers and my father's shoes did not open doors for me. And I thought, my friends are on Raw, I'll go to SmackDown and make my mark there. I'll step out of shadows and take over and the doors would open for me. Only they didn't. What ended up happening was I got pushed aside for an anime princess, a woman whose stick was that she had light up boots and a woman who was a piece of white trash from Queens. And when the so called "Queen" got tired of Raw and came here, I was shoved aside yet again. This was my life until one day I got angry. One day I made everyone notice Becky Lynch. And guess what, I stepped out of the shadows and The Man stepped into the light. And right as I was about to break through, I got put into doctor jail. Well, guess what? The Man will NOT be shoved aside again. This Sunday night at the Royal Rumble the world will watch as Becky Lynch permanently steps into the spotlight and heads to Wrestlemania. This Sunday night I don't give a damn if I am #1 or #30. I am throwing every single woman in match over this top rope and then I am gonna stare at my "friend" Charlotte and I am gonna stare at little Ronnie and they will wait with baited breath for my decision about who I face. History will not repeat itself because that glass ceiling is shattered. I am Becky Lynch. I am THE MAN. And I am going to Wrestlemania." Lynch drops the mic and walks away as the announcers put over the main event of Charlotte & Becky vs Mandy Rose & Sonya Deville later tonight.”</div></blockquote> Rating: 8.0 <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="vtgwjzf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/vtgwjzf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> We’re shown a pre-taped video focused on someone’s boots. The camera then goes up...and up….and up until we see it’s the Big Show. He says that he’s the world’s biggest athlete and this Sunday he’s going to reclaim what belongs to him by throwing twenty nine little guys over the top rope. Rating: 7.6 <img alt="tcgKrgy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tcgKrgy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="thWwPrM.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/thWwPrM.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" /> The Miz is in the ring for the most exciting segment in WWE history….Miz TV! He hypes this Sunday’s Royal Rumble which he himself will obviously win. But tonight he has two special guests and he introduces them to the audience. <img alt="GIoEeM8.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GIoEeM8.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" /> They’re sitting in the customary directors chairs. Hardy opens by saying that he’s waited a long time to have this opportunity again but before he can go on Bryan, who is sipping from a Starbucks cup, interrupts and says how Hardy is no different than all these other greedy consumers who take and take and give nothing back and then they complain when someone like himself takes responsibility for saving the planet, much like Starbucks and their paper straws. Bryan then eggs on Miz saying how he was so much more deserving of getting that title shot, something the host agrees with. Hardy’s heard enough and he’s out of his chair and in Bryan’s face but suddenly the Miz attacks from behind. Hardy and Miz brawl for a moment before Hardy clotheslines him over the top. But when Hardy turns, Bryan throws his scalding hot coffee in his face. Hardy drops to the mat holding his face as the WWE Champion smirks, before his expression turns dark and he begins stomping Hardy’s head over and over until officials and medical personnel hit the ring to check on Hardy. Bryan leaves the ring with a devious smile. Rating: 8.3 <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="pYIsAb4.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/pYIsAb4.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" /><img alt="jB15Rer.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/jB15Rer.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="RrI6URq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/RrI6URq.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" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> A competitive match pitting Young’s vicious nature versus Kofi’s high energy offense and early on it’s Kofi who’s in control but it isn’t long before Sanity at ringside provides a distraction so that Young can capitalize. This leads to a near brawl on the outside but the referee separates Big E and Woods from Dain and Wolfe. This of course allows Young to blatantly choke Kofi, before releasing it and making the cover when the ref returns to the ring but Kofi kicks out. Young keeps working him over with a maniacal fervor but Kofi fights back and catches Young with Trouble in Paradise. He makes the cover but at the two count, Dain grabs Kofi’s leg and yanks him outside. The refertee calls for the bell as Dain and Wolfe begin stomping Kofi. Winner by Disqualification: Kofi Kingston 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="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" /><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" /> Woods and Big E sprint around the ring and collide with Dain and Wolfe. Soon Young joins them outside and it's all six men going at it until the New Day force Sanity to evacuate through the crowd. Rating: 7.9 <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="ntF79A6.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ntF79A6.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="fxwUXRs.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/fxwUXRs.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Andrade Cien Almas and Zelina Vega are with Kayla Braxton. Vega is going on and on about how Almas will win the Rumble but he interrupts her and asks what if he doesn’t. This throws her off and he walks away. She quickly follows him leaving Braxton looking very confused. Rating: 5.7 <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="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="uG8KXy8.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uG8KXy8.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> These two have a deep history and a deeper hatred of one another. It shows from the moment the bell rings as they go right at each other, strike for strike and its Styles who assumes the momentum. He peppers Joe with a series of kicks aimed at his legs which knock him onto his knees but when Styles goes for a kick to the head, Joe catches it, and picks up Styles delivering a released belly to belly suplex. Joe goes on the attack using his size and power to pummel Styles, at one point throwing him to the outside where Styles is sent face first into the ringpost. Joe is enjoying this and he clears the announcer’s table before putting Styles atop it. He climbs up and picks up Styles, facing him away but AJ suddenly strikes with a Pele kick, staggering Joe. AJ turns, and hits a rolling DDT through the table. After a few moments to recover, he drags Joe back to the ring and shoves him back in. Styles is measuring Joe and when he stands, Styles flies off with a Phenomenal Forearm but in the momentum, Joe rolls back outside. Styles isn’t ready to rest and he hits the ropes, hitting a suicide dive into Joe. They’re both exhausted and once again Joe is rolled back into the ring. AJ climbs to the top but Joe lashes out and crotches him on the top. He then approaches and lifts AJ in the Muscle Buster which he delivers with brutality for the 1, 2, kickout! Joe is shocked but the shock quickly turns to fury. He picks up AJ, turns him around and locks on the Kokina. AJ is struggling but he’s running out of steam. Joe has a manic look on his face as he squeezes and the referee calls for the bell when AJ passes out. Winner by Stoppage: Samoa Joe Rating: 7.6 </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="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" /><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" /> We’re shown a graphic that next week we’ll see the New Day versus Sanity in six man action. Rating: 7.2 <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" /> The announcers hype this Sunday’s Royal Rumble and say it’s now official. This Sunday the Bar will defend the Smackdown Tag Team Championship against Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson. <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="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" /> Rating: 9.2 <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="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" /><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="Hc57HL3.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Hc57HL3.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="E3Qfz3w.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/E3Qfz3w.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="cBRSVip.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/cBRSVip.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="jTcyApP.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/jTcyApP.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="A0s3tUl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/A0s3tUl.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" /><img alt="Nl58S6v.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Nl58S6v.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="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="hmKTGwf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/hmKTGwf.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" /><img alt="18ceS9A.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/18ceS9A.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" /> Ronda gets in the ring and goes directly for Becky and the two start brawling but Becky is jumped by Nikki Bella and the beat down of SmackDown begins. Suddenly, the SmackDown Womens locker room led to the ring by Asuka runs down as Paige comes out and glares at Alexa. <img alt="RcaSSHg.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/RcaSSHg.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" /><img alt="aOWHqSI.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/aOWHqSI.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" /><img alt="YRP3cTb.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YRP3cTb.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" /><img alt="XW5pxBJ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/XW5pxBJ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> SmackDown gets into the ring and the odds are even as the women of the blue brand battle Raw. Before long, what starts out as a brand fight, turns personal when Nia attacks Ronda and Charlotte nails Mandy and the next thing we know every woman in the ring is fighting each other regardless of their brands. As SmackDown goes off the air it is a war for female supremacy and the announcers remind us that one woman will challenge either Ronda Rousey or Charlotte at Wrestlemania. Who will win the Women's Royal Rumble? Find out this Sunday on the WWE Network! Rating: 8.9 Overall: 8.3 </div> Sonya starts off for her team and Charlotte starts off for hers. The two circle each other and lock up.... <iframe width="200" height="100" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/TCpIf6XpHhc" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/TCpIf6XpHhc"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <img alt="Hc57HL3.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Hc57HL3.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Ronda Rousey's music hits and everyone is shocked. The match stops all four women look to the entrance as the Raw Women's Champion comes out. She walks with determination to the ring and stops just short of getting in the apron. <img alt="r7wQQu1.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/r7wQQu1.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Just then Alexa Bliss walks out smiling and stands to the side pointing to the back as we see Sasha Banks, Nia Jax, Bayley, Mickie James, The Bellas...every woman on the Raw roster is coming out from the back. <img alt="QcJOKSu.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/QcJOKSu.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" /><img alt="cBRSVip.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/cBRSVip.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="jTcyApP.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/jTcyApP.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="A0s3tUl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/A0s3tUl.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" /><img alt="Nl58S6v.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Nl58S6v.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="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="hmKTGwf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/hmKTGwf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> They all surround the ring and Ronda gives a nod and suddenly the Raw women jump into the ring and attack all four of SmackDown's women. No Contest Rating: 7.0</div></blockquote></div>

Pipers Pit · January 27, 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="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" /> <img alt="k0hMeMT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/k0hMeMT.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="MElQxQf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MElQxQf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A video is shown reapping last week’s show, which saw Brian Kendrick defeat Drew Gulak to become the last participant in this Sunday’s fatal fourway for the WWE Cruiserweight Championship. Rating: 7.2 <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 hype this week’s show and the big main event. The four men who will compete for the WWE Cruiserweight Championship this Sunday will be in tag team action. Rating: 6.7 <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="YmKYQ3N.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YmKYQ3N.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="4xnhNLj.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/4xnhNLj.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Two evenly matched opponents. Both men control significant portions of the match but it’s Alexander’s athleticism which comes into play as he makes a late comeback, finally putting Gulak away with a missile dropkick from the top rope. Winner by Pinfall: Rating: 6.0</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="l55s38v.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/l55s38v.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="0sTyYL9.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/0sTyYL9.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" /> Cathy Kelley is interviewing Tyler Breeze. Breeze says that he’s here on 205 for one reason and that’s to be the best. She asks him about last week when Hideo Itami attacked him but before he can answer, Itami strikes again, connecting with a standing side kick right to Breeze’s head. Breeze is down and hurt and Itami simply looks at Kelley and says “Prince not so pretty now” before walking off. Rating: 7.3 <img alt="Y94iBAY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Y94iBAY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="lBiYXeT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/lBiYXeT.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 hype this Sunday’s Royal Rumble which will see the WWE Cruiserweight Championship defended in a fatal four way. Rating: 8.8 <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="geXLFbP.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/geXLFbP.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> Mike and Maria are very focused on being lovey dovey and not very focused on Ali which allows the young man to surprise Mike early on and go on the offense. Kanellis is on his heels but he stops Ali cold with a devastating forearm. From there Kanellis punishes Ali, while still telling his wife how much he loves her, until he puts him away with the Power of Love. Winner by Pinfall: 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="rOqrOaT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rOqrOaT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A video is shown hyping that King Fenix makes his 205 Live debut next week! Rating: 2.9 <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="h6g4QRX.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/h6g4QRX.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" /> <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" /> We’re shown a recap video of the qualifying matches for the fatal four way championship match. Rating: 6.6 <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="k0hMeMT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/k0hMeMT.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="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="MElQxQf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MElQxQf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> Standard tag match throughout most of the action. Kalisto ends up getting the hot tag from Kendrick and begins cleaning house. Murphy breaks up a pin attempt and suffers a clothesline over the top from Kendrick for his troubles, which sends Kendrick out with him. Rush tries to recover and hits a series of suplexes on Kalisto but when he bends down to pick Kalisto up, he’s pulled into a small package for the win. Winners by Pinfall: Brian Kendrick and Kalisto Rating: 6.3 </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" /><img alt="4j9WoOr.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/4j9WoOr.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="MElQxQf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MElQxQf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The bell barely has time to ring before Murphy and Rush are all over Kendrick and Kalisto. It doesn’t take long for Kendrick and Kalisto to be dumped from the ring and the heels are celebrating…..until Murphy blasts Rush from behind and before the loudmouth can regroup, Murphy hits Murphy’s Law. As the show goes off the air, it’s the Champion as the only one standing tall. Rating: 7.1 Overall: 7.1 </div>

Kimberly · January 27, 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> NXT opens with a recap of Tommaso Ciampa's vicious attack on the knee of Aleister Black. The video ends with Mauro Ranallo asking "what happens now?" Rating: 7.7 <iframe width="300" height="150" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/sX2jayQXgyQ" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/sX2jayQXgyQ"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <img alt="meTy6UL.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/meTy6UL.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> NXT goes live into the NXT Arena at Full Sail University where we are only 3 days away from NXT TakeOver: Phoenix this Saturday Night LIVE on the WWE Network. But, the question remains...what is the status of Aleister Black? Tonight, we will learn that answer because later on in this broadcast, NXT General Manager William Regal will address the status of Black. Rating: 6.7 <img alt="rs9LEys.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rs9LEys.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> -<iframe width="350" height="150" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/d1FonGIWzTE" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/d1FonGIWzTE"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <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" /> The Undisputed Era comes down to the ring smiling as they get into the ring. Cole grabs the mic first and says that in three days, the Undisputed Era proves yet again that they are the it factor in wrestling and that they will dominate 2019 just like they dominated 2018. The fact is that when the night is over in Phoenix, Adam Cole will once again hold what is rightfully his..the NXT North American Title and Roddy & Kyle will make a joke out of those cosplay rejects and remain NXT Tag Team Champions. And then? Then we set our sights on the NXT Championship...(Bobby Fish grabs the mic) because since it is clear that Aleister can't wrestle Tommaso this Saturday, it is time for the Undisputed Era to take the NXT Title. William Regal, your choice is standing right here - make Bobby Fish the #1 contender this Saturday. Roddy & Kyle O'Reilly mock the War Raiders and then Cole takes the mic and says that one way or another, this Saturday is our night because NXT is our playground and that?...That's UNDISPUTED. The guys walk up the ramp cockily before posing in front of the big tron and walking to the back. Rating: 7.8 <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 style="text-align:center;"><div> <img alt="0Yq5M82.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/0Yq5M82.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="Dbcw8AV.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Dbcw8AV.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A back and forth match early on and MJ really impresses with her technical ability but, she is unable to match the skills of the Pirate Princess and she is soon eating an elbow drop for the 3 count. Winner by Pinfall: Kairi Sane Rating: 6.3</div></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="0930ris.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/0930ris.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Following the match, Shayna Baszler appears on the stage with a smile on her face. She tells Kairi that she might have been wondering where her friends are and then motions for Duke and Shafir to bring out Io Shirai and Dakota Kai. <img alt="GBmv3a4.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GBmv3a4.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="LuGncfm.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/LuGncfm.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="pKep1Ev.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/pKep1Ev.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Kai and Shirai have clearly been beaten and are barely conscious. Sane runs up toward them but Shayna warns of further damage, stopping Kairi in her tracks. Baszler says "this is what war looks like" and then her Horsewomen throw Kairi's friends at her feet. As Kairi checks on them, Baszler uses the distraction to run and jam her knee right into Sane's face. The Horsewomen laugh as they back away with Shayna saying "see you Saturday". Rating: 7.8 <img alt="rs9LEys.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rs9LEys.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="Rhzd4WA.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Rhzd4WA.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" /> We get a graphic that tonight in our main event, NXT UK Champion Pete Dunne will fight Luke Menzies and also are reminded that sometime tonight we will learn the fate of Aleister Black. Rating: 6.5 <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" /><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" /> In the back officials race to break up a fight and we see that its between the War Raiders and Kyle O'Reilly & Roderick Strong who are brawling. As the officials get in between them, Hanson grabs hold of O'Reilly by the head and flings him in the air landing onto his partner. The tag team champions are both equally stunned at this rage and they crawl away as officials keep the Raiders off the champs. 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><div style="text-align:center;"> <img alt="EEXf19z.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/EEXf19z.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="URg6vBY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/URg6vBY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> Shane Thorn tries to work some grappling against Riddle but he is met with a knee to the face and then the King of Bros shows us what he is made of. He works some chain wrestling on the mat before throwing Thorn around with an Exploder Suplex and a gut wrench bomb. Soon, Riddle nails the Bicycle Knee for the 3 count. Winner by Pinfall: Matt Riddle Rating: 5.0 </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 match, Kassius Ohno, comes to the stage and mockingly claps for Riddle. He tells Matt that was very impressive. That little video that was ran about Riddle's dream coming true last week is impressive. But, none of it is enough. This Saturday in Phoenix, Matt Riddle will be welcomed to NXT the hard way. And then you go to school....bro. Riddle wants to go right now but Ohno walks away with a smirk. Rating: 5.5 <img alt="rs9LEys.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rs9LEys.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Mauro Ranallo is at the announce booth and he thanks Alien Weaponry for "Holding My Breath" the official #NXTLoud Theme Song for TakeOver: Phoenix LIVE this Saturday on the WWE Network. The announcers then run through the card: Matt Riddle vs Kassius Ohno NXT Tag Team Championship Match: War Raiders vs NXT Tag Team Champions Kyle O'Reilly & Roderick Strong Six Woman No Disqualification Match: Kairi Sane, Io Shirai & Dakota Kai vs NXT Womens Champion Shayna Baszler, Jessamyn Duke & Marina Shafir NXT North American Championship Triple Threat Match: Pete Dunne vs Adam Cole vs NXT North American Champion Ricochet NXT Championship: Aleister Black ? vs NXT Champion Tommaso Ciampa The announcers put over that following our main event we will learn if it is true that Aleister Black cannot compete this Saturday at TakeOver. Rating: 7.9 <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><div style="text-align:center;"> <img alt="Rhzd4WA.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Rhzd4WA.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> This is a back and forth physical encounter between two members of the UK brand. We are told that Menzies wanted this match on American soil and it shows as he takes the early advantage and really has Dunne on the ropes for much of this match showcasing his crazy strength. After some clubbing blows, Dunne is nearly knocked out with a German Suplex on the stage. Menzies throws Dunne back into the ring and goes for an Angle Slam but the NXT UK Champion is able to reverse out and bend Menzies elbow backwards to use as leverage for a Scorpion Death Drop. From then on, the Bruiserweight easily dispatches of his opponent and is able to nail the Bitter End for the 3 count. Winner by Pinfall: Pete Dunne Rating: 4.2</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="epDOxRT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/epDOxRT.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" /> As the referee is slapping the mat for 3, Adam Cole is running out with a chair. Before Dunne can do anything about it, he is nailed from behind with the chair and is whacked over and over again in the back. Cole goes for it again but, Ricochet has run down and is up on the top rope. He flies off kicking the chair directly into Cole's face before leveling the leader of the Undisputed Era with the North American belt. Cole bails from the ring as Ricochet checks on one of his opponents this Saturday. Rating: 7.4 <img alt="rs9LEys.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rs9LEys.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="0ziZNIW.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/0ziZNIW.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <iframe width="350" 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: 5.4 <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" /> William Regal is in the ring. He says that he is gutted to make this decision but, after the events of last week, he has no choice. The fact is that Tommaso Ciampa injured Aleister Black's knee and after talking to our doctors it is clear tha.... <iframe width="350" height="150" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/7184LNm1iD0" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/7184LNm1iD0"</a> frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen></iframe> <img alt="RWTE5ot.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/RWTE5ot.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Black comes down on crutches and gets into the ring. He looks Regal in the eye and tells him that he better not finish that sentence. Aleister Black doesn't give a damn what the doctors say and he doesn't give a damn about his own body. If he has to crawl through the desert of Arizona to get to Phoenix and get to Ciampa, that is exactly what he will do. Black throws the crutches down and says "this title match is still on". <img alt="mNNWxjE.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/mNNWxjE.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" /> Just then Tommaso Ciampa comes out laughing. He says that is fine with him because now he has everyone's attention. Your NXT Champion has been overlooked and not respected but, not anymore. Now everyone is paying attention to Tommaso Ciampa and this Saturday at TakeOver, the world will stand in adulation when the Black Mass is ended forever and Goldie stays with her rightful owner. Black demands that Ciampa comes down but Tommaso laughs. He says "no, not tonight. I GUARANTEE you Aleister, come Saturday, I am walking out the NXT Champion and I'll be sure to finish the job with you because when TakeOver is done...you won't be walking at all." Ciampa waves bye bye and puts Goldie high in the air while Black seethes in the ring as NXT goes off the air. Rating: 8.5 Overall: 6.7 </div>

Kimberly · January 29, 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="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="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" /> NXT UK opens with a video highlighting last week where the Coffey Brothers lost to Moustache Mountain but decimated the fan favorites at the end. As the video ends we hear Joe Coffey's words from TakeOver: "This is not over!" and the video fades to black. Rating: 6.5 <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="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 style="text-align:center;"><div> <img alt="qwUMIF5.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/qwUMIF5.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="pG7nIt6.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/pG7nIt6.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Jinny starts out with some judo thrusts and throws Charlie around the ring before the pride of Cambridge makes her comeback. The comeback is short lived as Jinny reverses a powerbomb attempt into a cradle, steps out of it and jams her knee into Morgan's face. Jinny puts Morgan up on the second rope and delivers a Muscle Buster before a closed straight right punch that knocks out Charlie for the 3 count. Winner by pinfall: Jinny Rating: 5.4</div></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="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" /> Gallus comes out to the ring and Joe Coffey grabs a microphone. He shows images from last week's decimation of Moustache Mountain and says that what they did to those two blokes last week is just a preview of what will face the entire NXT UL roster until Gallus gets whats ours and that is the NXT United Kingdom Championship. Pete Dunne is ducking Gallus and is off in America right now trying to become the champion of North America but, Gallus is in the UK holding this place together. The UK title is ours. The UK brand is ours. And Dunne, your ars.... <img alt="UAN7HKp.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/UAN7HKp.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Coffey interrupted by Sam Gradwell who is on the stage. He tells Joe to stop blubbering because Gallus may talk alot but, the fact is, that Joe Coffey had his shot. He had his moment, his opportunity and guess what? He failed. He got pinned 1..2...3. You know who hasn't failed? Sam Gradwell. NXT UK is about opportunity and so is Gradwell. So, Coffey, get in the back of the line because the UK title belongs to the *true* bruiser of NXT, Sam Gradwell. Gallus is pissed as Gradwell walks to the back. Rating: 6.1 <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" /> A promo video for Dave Mastiff airs showcasing his destructive behavior in the ring. It promises that he's returning to NXT UK soon to lay waste. Rating: 6.6 <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="Zk1976I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Zk1976I.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="yjCQgXK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/yjCQgXK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> This is a long back and forth match that really shows that Eddie Dennis can compete with the stars of the UK brand. He nearly taps out Conners with a Regal Stretch but, Conners is able to make it to the ropes. The tide turns when Dennis bounces off the ropes and Conners is able to take his momentum and hit a Pop Up Powerbomb. From there Joseph takes control and soon he nails Don't Look Down for the 3 count. Winner by pinfall: Joseph Conners Rating: 5.1</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="yjCQgXK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/yjCQgXK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Following the win, Joseph Conners gets a mic and says that Gallus and Gradwell arguing over who should challenge for the UK title is ridiculous. Because that belt belongs to Joseph Conners. And Conners wants the next shot. It seems like more contenders are popping up for Pete Dunne's United Kingdom Championship. Rating: 6.1 <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.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="viPePDo.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/viPePDo.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A promo graphic shows reminding us that later tonight in our main event, Toni Storm will take on Killer Kelly. Rating: 6.5 <img alt="OqxZ53I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OqxZ53I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="nxt-takeover-phoenix.jpg?quality=95&w=640" data-src="https://uproxx.files.wordpress.com/2019/01/nxt-takeover-phoenix.jpg?quality=95&w=640" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A commercial airs for the TakeOver of the desert, NXT TakeOver: Phoenix LIVE this Saturday on the WWE Network. Don't miss Aleister Black challenging Tomasso Ciamp for the NXT Title and the triple threat for the NXT North American Title featuring Ricochet defending against Adam Cole & NXT UK's very own, Pete Dunne! Don't miss TakeOver: Phoenx live this Saturday, only on the WWE Network. Rating: 5.7 <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="dA7GQgt.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/dA7GQgt.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="nxIO4Zp.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/nxIO4Zp.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> A quick and super fast Lucha Libre style match that sees Ligerio El Ligerio hit a tornado DDT for a two count and a spring board back elbow for a two count. Jordan counters with a reverse Frankensteiner and a crossbody block for a close two count. The finish comes when Ligerio has Jordan on the ropes and goes for a superplex but Jordan hangs on and Ligerio crashes to the mat. When the masked star stands up, Amir Jordan hits a Molly-Go-Round for the 1..2..3. Winner by pinfall: Amir Jordan Rating: 4.3</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="epDOxRT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/epDOxRT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> We see a graphic that says that NXT UK Champion Pete Dunne will return next week and hopefully the issue between who challenges him will be resolved then. Our main event is NEXT after this commercial break. Rating: 8.0 <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;"> <img alt="viPePDo.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/viPePDo.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" /></div> The main event starts out with Kelly nearly taking Storm out as she makes her way to the ring when Kelly charges Storm in the aisle and delivers a DDT hard on the floor. True to her name, Killer Kelly starts to decimate Toni Storm and applies several brutal joint holds as well as a headbutt to the back of Storm's head that almost secures the pinfall. Storm battles back when she nails a running big boot but, when she goes for the Storm Zero, Kelly is able to reverse the backdrop and knee Storm in the face. Kelly puts Storm on the turbuckles and starts headbutting her in the corner before running, jumping onto the 2nd rope and nailing an enziguiri. Storm is down, cover 1...2....Toni Storm kicks out. Killer Kelly goes for a Powerbomb but, Toni reaches down and bite's her forehead forcing Kelly to drop her. Storm hits a Snap German Suplex and a Backstabber for a close two count. She goes for Storm Zero again, but Kelly reverses and nails a powerbomb. Cover..1...2.., kick out. Kelly goes for a running boot of her own but, Storm side steps her, turns her around, headbutts her and hits the Storm Zero piledriver. Cover..1..2...3. Winners by pinfall: Toni Storm Rating: 5.9</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="pG7nIt6.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/pG7nIt6.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="viPePDo.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/viPePDo.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 match, as Toni celebrates, Jinny comes running down and slides in and kicks Toni in the back of the head. Before long her and Killer Kelly are both beating up the Aussie until.. <img alt="7BTyjal.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/7BTyjal.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> NXT UK Women's Champion, Rhea Ripley, comes running out. As she enters the ring, Jinny & Kelly bail. Rhea demands them to come in for a fight but the two back away. Ripley checks on the battered Storm as NXT UK goes off the air. Rating: 6.5 Overall: 6.2</div>

MeanDalenko1000 · January 30, 2019

Mad props for doing all brands/shows. That's dedication. Love where this is going will be following moving forward.

Armando Payne · January 30, 2019

I'm not surprised that LU's viewerships going down considering they've signed Sting an' all. Also how many wrestlers are still on CMLL's payroll after their mass firings?

Kimberly · January 31, 2019

For Prediction Purposes:

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Saturday Week 4 January 2019 from the Sold Out Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Arizona

NXT Championship:

Aleister Black vs NXT Champion Tommaso Ciampa

Six Woman No Disqualification Match

Kairi Sane, Io Shirai & Dakota Kai vs NXT Women's Champion Shayna Baszler, Jessamyn Duke & Marina Shafir

NXT North American Championship Triple Threat Match

Pete Dunne vs Adam Cole vs NXT North American Champion Ricochet

NXT Tag Team Championship :

War Raiders vs NXT Tag Team Champions Kyle O'Reilly & Roderick Strong of the Undisputed Era

Kassius Ohno vs Matt Riddle

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ElectricX · January 31, 2019

NXT Championship:

Aleister Black vs NXT Champion Tommaso Ciampa

Six Woman No Disqualification Match

Kairi Sane, Io Shirai & Dakota Kai vs NXT Women's Champion Shayna Baszler, Jessamyn Duke & Marina Shafir

NXT North American Championship Triple Threat Match

Pete Dunne vs Adam Cole vs NXT North American Champion Ricochet

NXT Tag Team Championship :

War Raiders vs NXT Tag Team Champions Kyle O'Reilly & Roderick Strong of the Undisputed Era

Kassius Ohno vs Matt Riddle

Nobby_McDonald · January 31, 2019

NXT Championship:

Aleister Black vs NXT Champion Tommaso Ciampa

Six Woman No Disqualification Match

Kairi Sane, Io Shirai & Dakota Kai vs NXT Women's Champion Shayna Baszler, Jessamyn Duke & Marina Shafir

NXT North American Championship Triple Threat Match

Pete Dunne vs Adam Cole vs NXT North American Champion Ricochet

NXT Tag Team Championship :

War Raiders vs NXT Tag Team Champions Kyle O'Reilly & Roderick Strong of the Undisputed Era

Kimberly · February 3, 2019

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NXT TakeOver: Phoenix opens with a video set in the Arizona desert. In the desert is a NXT ring that has snakes and spiders crawling all over it. On the canvas are images that the video is promoting: the triple threat match for the NXT North American Championship between Pete Dunne, Adam Cole & Ricochet, the 6 woman war between Kairi Sane, Io Shirai & Dakota Kai vs Shayna Baszler, Jessamyn Duke & Marina Shafir, and finally the main event between Aleister Black and Tomasso Ciampa for the NXT title. Images from all matches play as the announcer talks about betrayal, hostility, war, and chaos as NXT takes over Phoenix. The video fades out on the NXT Title as snakes crawl on it.

Before cutting to: "And now, NXT TakeOver: Phoenix"

Rating: 7.2

The Talking Stick Resort Arena comes to life as we are in the valley of the West. Welcome everyone to Phoenix, Arizona. Welcome to NXT TakeOver. Mauro and the team welcome us and get us set for an event so hot, it will break the heat record in Phoenix.

Rating: 7.6

Adam Cole flanked by Bobby Fish comes out as the NXT North American Triple Threat match kicks off TakeOver.

Rating: 7.7

From the beginning both Ricochet & Dunne have it out for Cole and they double team the leader of the Undisputed Era before both men are able to hit devastating suplexes each on Cole which sends Adam to the floor. For awhile, Dunne and Ricochet take turns trying to earn a victory but are unable to put each other out. When Dunne hits a Sit-Down Powerbomb, Bobby Fish gets on the ropes distracting the UK Champ. This allows Cole to sneak in and push Dunne while Fish pulls the ropes down and Dunne lands hard on the floor. This is enough for the ref to throw Bobby Fish out of the match. With Dunne hurt, Cole nails the Fireman's Carry Neckbreaker. Cover...1.....2....Ricochet kicks out. Cole and Ricochet trade reversals and Ricochet scores with a fireman's carry into a kick to the head for a close two count. When it looks like Ricochet is about to put Cole away, Dunne gets back in and the Bruiserweight nails Ricochet with a Crash Landing hurting the champ. Dunne covers but Cole breaks it up. Now, the two hated rivals are squaring off and when Dunne goes for the Bitter End, Adam Cole reverses it into an arm drag and when Dunen turns around Cole nails the Shining Wizard. Cole covers...1...2...630 SENTON! Ricochet flew off the top rope and nailed the Senton onto Cole's back crushing him and Dunne breaking up the pin. Ricochet covers Adam Cole...1...2....3.

Winner by pinfall and still NXT North American Champion: Ricochet
Rating: 6.3

After the win, Riddle plays to the crowd while Ohno sulks away. He looks back at the crowd and the ring with an almost sad look on his face before heading to the back while the King of Bros celebrates.

Rating: 5.8

A highlight video airs showing the dominance of the Undisputed Era in the tag team division. It is superimposed with the arrival and build up of War Raiders. Finally the video focuses on the confrontation that is before us. The battle for the NXT Tag Team Titles is next.

Rating: 6.7

The beginning of the match is just dominance and decimation by War Raiders who quickly take out the champs and have them bail to the floor begging for mercy. Hanson and Rowe run against the ropes and both men do suicide dives through the ropes taking the champs down. Kyle is thrown into the ring as Roddy is taken out on the floor and O'Reilly is just pummeled but isn't defeated. When Rowe misses a Vader Bomb, O'Reilly crawls to his corner but realizes Roddy is still out on the floor. He gets this look of someone help me as Rowe tags to Hanson who charges. Kyle side steps him and hits a Rude Awakening. Finally Roddy is back on the apron and Kyle tags him in and soon, the champs are back to strength and decimating Hanson and keeping Rowe out. When Rowe finally tags in the ref is with Roderick and doesn't see it. During the confusion, the ref is accidentally sandwiched between Roderick and Hanson. The entire match devolves into a war with the ref down and War Raiders get the upper hand. Soon, War Raiders go for Fallout on Roderick but, Kyle O'Reilly has grabbed the belt and goes uptop and blasts Hanson in the head with the belt before he can fly. Hanson collides to the ground. With Rowe left, he tries to fight but, soon the Undisputed Era nails Total Elimination. The ref wakes up as Roderick makes the cover to end this war.

Winners by pinfall and still NXT Tag Team Champions: The Undisputed Era
Rating: 6.4

A commercial airs to promote the Royal Rumble tomorrow night centering on the two Rumble matches and the two title matches. The Royal Rumble is tomorrow night from Chase Field LIVE and only on the WWE Network.

Rating: 7.6

A video package airs of the feud between Kairi Sane & Shayna Baszler and their two factions that leads us to this no disqualification six woman war that is next.

Rating: 6.9

As expected, this is a war from the beginning as Sane and her girls come out with kendo sticks and beat the hell out of Baszler & her team to start the match. Eventually Shayna is alone in the ring with Shirai as Duke and Shafir keep Kairi & Dakota from Io. For her part, Io fights against the NXT Women's Champion admirably but, Baszler uses her belt to knock Io down and lock in an Ankle Lock as Shirai screams for mercy. Just before she taps out, Kairi nails the Queen of Spades from behind with a chair shot to the back and is on her hated rival. Shayna goes to the floor but Kairi gives chase and they end up brawling on the announce table. Shafir & Duke make it over and help their pal and the three really start to brutalize Sane until Shiari & Kai make it back into the fray. Shayna goes to nail Sane from behind but, Dakota drops her with a German on the floor and sets Shayna on the announce table. Kairi goes up top and flies off - INSANE ELBOW through the announce table. This wipes both Kairi and Shayna out. Marina uses this as a chance to throw Io into the ring and the two brawl but, Io Shirai is able to nail 3 rolling German Suplexes on Marina and on the 3rd, Dakota nails Marina with a kick knocking her out. Io covers and as she does Dakota nails Jessamyn with a running knee as the ref counts 3.

Winners by pinfall: Kairi Sane, Io Shirai & Dakota Kai
Rating: 5.8

A video package highlighting Aleister's climb back to the NXT title including his feud with Johnny Gargano that got him there airs. The video focuses on Ciampa's promise that Goldie stays with him and the vicious attack that has damaged Aleister's knee. Aleister promises to fight this match and the video ends with the two staring at each other with the NXT title in the background.

Rating: 7.2

Early in the match Aleister is able to nail Black Mass but, Ciampa rolled to the floor and Black isnt able to make the cover. When the challenger goes to the floor, Ciampa propels Aleister leg first into the ring steps. The champion rolls the challenger into the floor and proceeds to really work on the injured knee of Aleister. Through a series of painful submissions including a half Boston Crab, Black's chances look very bleak but the challenger showing true heart will not quit. When Tommaso goes for Project Ciampa, Aleister is able to reverse it into a German Suplex of his own but he can't bridge which allows Ciampa to kick out at two. Showing grit, Aleister fights back into this match and is able to nail a series of knee strikes to the champion and drops Ciampa with a DDT. Aleister covers but the champ again kicks out at two. Black nails the shot kick but then his knee gives way and both men are down. Black uses the ropes to pull himself up as the champ charges, Aleister backdrops Ciampa to the floor and gives chase. They battle on the floor and out of nowhere hits Black Mass. Aleister nails it on the floor. He rolls the champion in and prepares to get into the ring, Johnny Gargano slides from under the ring. Aleister doesn't see him. He runs from behind Aleister and delivers a chop block into Aleister's destroyed knee. Johnny rolls Aleister in as Tommaso is waiting and when Aleister sits up, the champ hits a running knee smash. With Johnny cheering, Tommaso covers...1....2.....KICK OUT. Aleister, some how, some way kicks out. Tommaso can't believe it and gets a wild look in his eye. Soon he regains composure and nails Project Ciampa and this is too much to bear for Aleister as the ref counts 3.

Winner by pinfall and still NXT Champion: Tommaso Ciampa
Rating: 6.6

After the match, NXT officials rush to the ring and attend to Aleister. Doctors get him out of the ring and they quickly get him to the back as Tommaso celebrates. Johnny Gargano comes into the ring and Ciampa looks at him with caution before the two hug and celebrate. DIY has reunited. Tommaso & Johnny are celebrating as NXT goe....

The lights go out and when they come back on:

Jay Lethal is standing in the aisle glairing at the ring at Tommaso Ciampa & Johnny Gargano. DIY can't believe it. The announcers can't believe it. The question that lingers is what in the hell is Jay Lethal doing here as NXT TakeOver: Phoenix goes off the air.

Rating: 6.9

Overall: 6.7

Early on Riddle stuns Ohno with a series of MMA inspired strikes and some Moi-Thai kickboxing moves. But, Riddle's inexperience catches up with him as Ohno is able to reverse a kick and roll Riddle through into an armbar submission. Ohno starts using his superior wrestling skills to teach Riddle a lesson as he out wrestles the newcomer for awhile, but is unable to secure a victory. When Ohno goes for the rolling elbow, Riddle ducks, and that what the King of Bros needs to get back into it. Riddle nails a Pele Kick and then goes to the top rope and hits a moonsault. He covers, 1...2...Ohno kicks out. When Matt Riddle goes for the GTS Ohno is able to slide down and nail the rolling forearm. Cover...1....2...Riddle is barely out. Ohno goes to set Riddle up for another but, Riddle reverses it into a BRO-mission. Ohno tries to make it to the ropes but he is forced to submit.

Winner by submission: Matt Riddle
Rating: 6.0

February 3, 2019

Lol oops. I started a USPW diary today called then, now, forever and I didn’t know this one existed! 😒

Pipers Pit · February 3, 2019

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Pipers Pit · February 4, 2019

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WWE Universal Championship

Brock Lesnar © vs Braun Strowman

WWE Championship

Daniel Bryan © vs Jeff Hardy

Smackdown Tag Team Championship

The Bar © vs Gallows and Anderson

WWE Cruiserweight Championship

Buddy Murphy © vs Kalisto vs Lio Rush vs Brian Kendrick

Men's Royal Rumble

-Predicted Winner?

-Biggest Surprise Entry?

Women's Royal Rumble

-Predicted Winner?

-Biggest Surprise Entry?</div>

bonnie · February 4, 2019

WWE Universal Championship

Brock Lesnar ©

WWE Championship

Daniel Bryan ©

Smackdown Tag Team Championship

Gallows and Anderson

WWE Cruiserweight Championship

Buddy Murphy ©

Men's Royal Rumble

-Predicted Winner? Drew McIntyre

-Biggest Surprise Entry? Kenny Omega

Women's Royal Rumble

-Predicted Winner? Becky Lynch

-Biggest Surprise Entry? Trish Stratus

Nobby_McDonald · February 4, 2019

WWE Universal Championship

WWE Championship

Smackdown Tag Team Championship

WWE Cruiserweight Championship

Men's Royal Rumble

-Predicted Winner? Bray Wyatt

-Biggest Surprise Entry? Big Show

Women's Royal Rumble

-Predicted Winner? Becky Lynch

-Biggest Surprise Entry? Kharma/Awesome Kong/Amazing Kong

Pipers Pit · February 4, 2019

<div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="5caduHV.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5caduHV.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="uiIJMLw.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uiIJMLw.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="H97begJ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/H97begJ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OiZwFGC.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OiZwFGC.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="iD9NuBO.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/iD9NuBO.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The panel welcomes us to the Royal Rumble Kickoff. They talk about the importance and history of the Royal Rumble and make some early predictions for the show. They’re unanimous in picking Lesnar over Strowman and Bryan over Hardy. Charley Caruso then throws it to Kayla Braxton. Rating: 5.9 <img alt="WAr89gu.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/WAr89gu.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="JxooUbf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/JxooUbf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Kayla Braxton is standing by with Dean Ambrose. He says that tonight is the night he’s been waiting his life for. When he goes out there and he rips and tears and eliminates twenty-nine other men he’ll be right where he belongs, in the main event of WrestleMania. Kayla asks him if he’s concerned about Seth Rollins being medically cleared today and Ambrose just smirks and says if Rollins does show up, he’ll put him right back in the hospital! Rating: 8.7 <img alt="WAr89gu.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/WAr89gu.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="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="vXaLbL9.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/vXaLbL9.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" /> A hard hitting match where the champions spend most of the first half on defense as Gallows and Anderson work as a well oiled machine. The Bar takes control when the Good Brothers try for the Magic Killer on Cesaro and Sheamus hits a Broque Kick on Anderson to disrupt it. A few moments of brawling on the outside leaves us with Cesaro and Anderson in the ring and Cesaro shows his incredible strength when he delivers a fourteen revolution swing. A European Uppercut knocks Gallows off the apron and that allows Anderson to fall victim to the Neutralizer for the pinfall. Winners by Pinfall and still Smackdown Tag Team Champions: The Bar Rating: 7.7 </div><div style="text-align:center;"></div><div></div></blockquote> <img alt="WAr89gu.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/WAr89gu.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="uiIJMLw.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uiIJMLw.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="Vb0wBOf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Vb0wBOf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> When we return to the set Charley is joined by the RAW and Smackdown Live CEOs, Stephanie and Shane McMahon. It begins standard enough but once they begin debating about which brand will have the winners of the Rumble matches it turns into a squabble and Charley eases us out of the segment and throws it to Kayla Braxton who is standing by with RAW Womens Champion Ronda Rousey. Rating: 8.5 <img alt="WAr89gu.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/WAr89gu.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="Hc57HL3.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Hc57HL3.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Kayla introduces Rousey and asks for her thoughts about the Womens Royal Rumble match. Ronda says that it’s exciting because the woman who wins might be choosing her to main event WrestleMania and….. <img alt="Z3AxLYN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Z3AxLYN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Nia Jax walks into frame with a not-so-pleasant smile. She says that WHEN she wins tonight’s Rumble, she will definitely be choosing Ronda because they have unfinished business. Rousey and Jax step a little closer to each other and Ronda raises the belt. Jax chuckles and tells her to keep it shined up for her before leaving. Rating: 7.8 <img alt="WAr89gu.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/WAr89gu.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="lx9BFhB.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/lx9BFhB.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> <img alt="k0hMeMT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/k0hMeMT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="vXaLbL9.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/vXaLbL9.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="vXaLbL9.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/vXaLbL9.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="vXaLbL9.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/vXaLbL9.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" /> The match is nothing but high energy. All four men get in all their spots, at one point every man hits his finisher on someone else. Late in the match, Kalisto hits a crossbody block from the top to the outside on Murphy. This leaves Rush and Kendrick in the ring and Kendrick hits Sliced Bread but in the process the referee takes a bump. Kendrick is making the cover but nobody is there to count. It’s then that the crowd comes to their feet. <img alt="LMd9Kvk.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/LMd9Kvk.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The Almighty Bobby Lashley comes running down the aisle and slides in the ring. When Kendrick turns around, Lashley boots him in the stomach and delivers a Dominator. He then drags a mostly unconscious Rush over and puts him on top of Kendrick before dragging the referee over. The ref slowly counts to three and calls for the bell. Winner by Pinfall and new WWE Cruiserweight Champion: Lio Rush Rating: 7.0 </div></blockquote> <img alt="WAr89gu.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/WAr89gu.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The announcers say there’s breaking news. Mr. McMahon, the WWE Chairman just tweeted the following. <img alt="vOVhWhw.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/vOVhWhw.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The panel discusses the ramifications with most speculation suggesting maybe he’s paving the way for his daughter Stephanie. Rating: 7.7 <img alt="WAr89gu.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/WAr89gu.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="uiIJMLw.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uiIJMLw.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="H97begJ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/H97begJ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OiZwFGC.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OiZwFGC.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="iD9NuBO.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/iD9NuBO.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Finally as the clock countdowns to the beginning of the show, the panel gives their picks for the rumble matches. On the men’s side JBL and Booker think it’ll be Dean Ambrose while Charley and Lawler think it’s built for Samoa Joe. For the women after what they saw earlier, they all pick Nia Jax. After that, Caruso thanks us for watching the kickoff. The Royal Rumble…..is next! Rating: 6.2 </div> (((The Rumble Show itself will begin tomorrow.)))

Pipers Pit · February 6, 2019

*NOTE* This is a really, really long show. We hope you guys enjoy it!

Michael Cole, Corey Graves, and Renee Young open the show by welcoming us to the 2019 Royal Rumble. They spend a few moments hyping the night’s upcoming matches before we go to a video package.

Rating: 9.1

A video is shown recapping how Jeff Hardy became the number one contender and then the events of Miz TV this past Tuesday on Smackdown where Daniel Bryan nearly scalded Jeff Hardy when he threw hot coffee in his face.

Rating: 7.8

Bryan attacks Hardy before the bell rings and holds the early advantage, going so far as to pull Hardy’s shirt over his head and beat him unmercifully. The champion is feeling it and climbs to the top, but Hardy by then sheds the shirt and catches him on the top, ending in a superplex. Hardy goes for the cover but Bryan kicks out. Hardy keeps pressing, and Bryan is on his heels as he’s floored over and over by Hardy’s constant motion offense. Hardy though makes a mistake when he tries to run along the outside wall and Bryan dodges him while throwing him into the stairs, injuring his shoulder. Now Bryan has a real target and zeroes in on it, punishing Hardy’s newfound injury and following a running knee to the face, Bryan secures the Labell Lock for the win.

Winner by Submission and still WWE World Champion: Daniel Bryan
Rating: 8.2

Kayla Braxton catches up to Paul Heyman backstage as he exits Brock Lesnar’s locker room. She asks about any strategy he’s envisioning for the Universal Championship match tonight. In typical smug fashion Heyman claims that no strategy is needed. All that’s needed is a history lesson. Braun Strowman time after time has failed when he faces the Beast. On Monday, Brock Lesnar F5’d Strowman off the stage and down through a table. And tonight the reigning, defending, undisputed WWE Universal Champion, is going to conquer the Monster for the last time because when Brock Lesnar gets done with him, Braun Strowman won’t be giving anyone any hands anymore.

Rating: 8.6

A video is shown hyping the history of the Men’s Royal Rumble.

Rating: 8.3

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The Miz and Dolph Ziggler pick up where they left off at the Best in the World tournament and neither man gets to control the match for very long as they trade the advantage back and forth.

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The crowd gets to its feet as Japanese superstar Kota Ibushi debuts and when he hits the ring he begins cleaning house, knocking down Ziggler and Miz over and over with a series of dropkicks and strikes but soon the numbers catch up to him and he’s getting double teamed.

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NXT North American Champion Ricochet sprints down the aisle and breaks up the beatdown going on. He pairs off with Ziggler as Ibushi pairs with Miz. As the former duo brawl in a corner, Miz whips Ibushi into the ropes and follows but Ibushi ducks a clothesline and immediately throws a dropkick which sends Miz over the top and down to the floor as the crowd begins counting down again.

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Woo Woo Woo, Zack Ryder hits the ring and goes for Ibushi. It only takes a few moments for Ryder to end up on the short end of the stick. Meanwhile Ziggler is trying to get Ricochet over the top but fails and seeing an opportunity Ziggler rushes across tre ring and blasts Ryder from behind.

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Don’t you dare be sour! It’s the powerhouse of the New Day who’s next up and Big E makes an impact by flattening everyone who was in the ring. However when he turns around after playing to the crowd he’s hit by Ibushi, then Ricochet, then Ryder, and finally Ziggler. Big E is staggered and it takes all four men to eliminate him by dumping him over the top and then the four immediately begin fighting again.

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Andrade Cien Almas is next and he goes straight for Ricochet, hitting him with a flurry of stiff looking punches before trying to eliminate him. Ibushi and Ryder have Ziggler penned in the corner. Almas finally throws Ricochet over the top but the North American Champion saves himself and when Almas turns around he catches a springboard dropkick right in the face. The close begins counting down again.

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Nick Aldis, who the announcers refer to as the current NWA Champion enters a WWE ring for the first time and makes an impact by immediately launching a knee into Ibushi’s gut followed by a swinging neckbreaker. He and Ryder whip Ibushi into the corner but when Ryder rushes in Ibushi hits him in the face with a lighting fast superkick. With Ryder stunned Aldis tosses him over the top. Meanwhile, Ricochet goes to the top rope on a prone Ziggler but Dolph is playing possum and hops up and shoves Ricochet off the top to the floor.

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AJ Styles is next and as soon as he hits the right all of the men begin brawling around with no clear long lasting pairings. Ziggler is still hanging in there and begins forming a partnership with Almas as they try and eliminate Ibushi.

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Balor Club comes alive as their hero is the 10th entry. He and AJ begin partnering up and go for Almas and Ziggler while Ibushi pairs off with Aldis who is doing everything he can to eliminate him.

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The King of Strong Style hits the ring and doesn’t waste a second helping Aldis eliminate Ibushi. He then turns his attention to AJ and attacks him from behind. Ziggler moves to intercept Aldis and Almas begins to work over Balor.

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It’s time for some 619! Rey Mysterio hits the ring full of energy hitting Ziggler, then Nakamura but when he goes for Almas, he’s caught in mid air. Mysterio adapts though and converts his situation into a hurricanrana, sending Almas tumbling over the top rope. Moments later Nick Aldis sends Ziggler over the top ending his long run in the match.

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Baron Corbin is the next man in and he begins showing his size and power by flooring every man in the ring except Nakamura. With AJ, Balor, Mysterio and Aldis on the mat, Corbin and Nakamura make an alliance on the fly and begin attacking all four men. Corbin picks up Mysterio and tries to eliminate him but Mysterio hangs on for dear life and is saved when Balor comes from behind and disrupts Corbin’s plans.

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The Lunatic Fringe is next but he doesn’t enter the ring. As he watches, the men in the ring continue their war but Ambrose just smirks, biding his time. Balor has now paired with Nakamura and they trade stiff shots back and forth as Aldis and Corbin trade right hands.

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The Kingslayer’s music hits and Ambrose looks like he’s seen a ghost as Rollins makes a beeline for him and they being fighting on the outside with Ambrose getting the worst of it and actually entering the ring to escape Rollins. When Rollins follows Corbin intercepts him but Rollins bounds off the ropes and hits a running knee in Corbin’s face. Corbin is staggered, and immediately catches a Phenomenal Forearm from AJ and together, Rollins and AJ toss him out but immediately after Ambrose is all over Rollins and Nakamura drops Styles with a Kinshasa.

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Eric Young is the next man out and he makes his presence known by being in the right place at the right time. As Mysterio attempts to go for a West Coast Pop on Aldis, Young dropkicks him before he can launch, knocking him to the floor. He then targets Styles. Meanwhile Rollins and Ambrose are still fighting it out in the corner.

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The RAW General Manager is out next and he’s ready to do battle. Nakamura catches an Angle Slam, followed by Aldis, followed by Young. The straps are down and Angle is feeling it! Ambrose almost has Rollins over the top when AJ stops him and they begin trading punches.

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Kofi Kingston is next and as soon as he gets ro ringside he climbs to the top and flies with a crossbody block which flattens everyone in the ring. Once action gets restarted it’s again Ambrose and Rollins paired up and AJ is now dealing with Balor while Aldis and Kofi work on Nakamura and Young with nobody looking in particular trouble at the moment.

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The Samoan Submission Machine hits the ring and immediately begins hitting anyone in arm’s length. He helps Nakamura eliminate Aldis before turning his attention to AJ and he begins teaming with Young in attacking Styles. Rollins has Ambrose almost upside down on the ropes but Nakamura interjects while Balor and Kofi have begun brawling.

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The NXT UK Champ is out next and the Bruiserweight doesn’t waste any time. In quick succession he begins making a name for himself by eliminating Nakamura and then Angle. Its then he comes face to face with Joe. As they begin fighting, Ambrose is trying to hit Dirty Deeds on Rollins but Balor superkicks him in the face. With Ambrose stunned, Rollins leaps and clotheslines him over the top.

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Apollo Crews is next and gets right into the scrum. Kofi is sent to the outside thanks to AJ but he makes one of his famous saves thanks to being caught mid air by referee Scott Armstrong. Armstrong and Kofi exchange glances and Armstrong puts Kofi back on the apron. Even AJ thinks its funny but a moment later Joe flies in and blasts Kofi off the apron and onto the floor.

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The powerhouse of Gallus is next and to no one's surprise he goes right for Dunne. After blasting him from behind Wolfgang pummels the UK Champion and begins trying to eliminate him but he doesn’t see Apollo Crews and Finn Balor who come from behind and send Wolfgang over along with Dunne. As soon as they hit the floor Dunne and Wolfgang continue fighting and have to be seperated.

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The Modern Day Maharaja is next and he sets his sights on Balor while Young has renewed his attacks on AJ. On the other side of the ring Joe and Rollins are tearing into each other. Crews begins helping Rollins and together they begin working on Joe trying to eliminate him but he fights them off.

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The final member of the New Day is here but unfortunately for Xavier Woods it doesn’t last long Like Kofi before him, Woods climbs to the top as soon as he gets to ringside but Young spots him and rushes to the top to meet him. They exchange punches before Eric Young hits a superplex to the outside! This of course eliminates them both but as the camera zooms in, Young has an expression of enjoyment.

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It’s Rusev Day!!! The Super Athlete gets in the ring and gets into the frey, eventually settling into a brawl with Joe. Rollins and AJ have now paired out while Crews and Mahal try to overpower each other. Balor takes the time to recover as the clock ticks down.

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The Viper hits the ring and begins tangling with Balor. AJ and Rollins renew their action but the attention is on the other side of the ring which sees Joe eliminate both Crews and Mahal in quick succession but he doesn’t see Rusev coming from behind and he dumps Joe over the top rope.

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The crowd goes nuts when Real American begins playing. The Hall of Famer makes his way to the ring but as soon as he enters we get an RKO out of nowhere. Orton is posing but the Hulkster just pops right up. When Orton turnds around he gets a finger pointing in his face. Orton comes in with a punch that’s blocked. Hogan returns three punches in return, then whips Orton into the ropes and hits the big boot. Meanwhile Rusev is tangling with AJ and Balor is fightring with Rollins. As the clock counts down, Hogan is posing.

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The Almighty Bobby Lashley is next and goes right for Balor. He tries to eliminate Finn but he’s stopped by Hogan who rocks Lashley with some right hands but Lashley shakes them off and launches a knee into Hogan’s gut before dumping him out. He then turns his attention back to Balor but he’s cut off by Rollins.

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Elias gets in the ring and begins tangling with Oton, while Rusev and Lashley finally collide. AJ and Balor who both look to be tiring seem to have an agreement to both catch a breath but now it’s Rollins who’s found a second wind. He catches Lashley in the back with a running knee, and along with Elias begins to lift him up. AJ and Balor join in and slowly all four of them shove Lashley over the top. Unfortunately for them, they lost sight of Orton who comes up and throws AJ over the top.

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The Scottish Psychopath is last and when he hits the ring he makes his impact felt immediately. He just about kicks Elias’ head off his shoulders with a Claymore and tosses him over.

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Then working with Orton they isolate Rusev and begin working him over. Rollins and Balor intervene but Mcintyre slings Balor halfway across the ring as he begins in on Rollins, picking him up and launching him into a corner. As Orton almost has Rusev eliminated, Balor grabs Orton’s legs and shoves them both out.

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Now we’re down to Balor, Rollins, and McIntyre and it’s Drew who find himself on the bad end of a two on one attack. But being the freshest guy has its benefits and he knocks them both down with headbutts right in the face. Focusing on Rollins he rams him into the ring post through the turnbuckles twice before hitting a DDT. As he bends down to pick up Rollins, Balor jumps on McIntyre’s back and Drew runs backwards crushing Balor in the corner. Just then Rollins is getting up and he catches a Claymore in the face. A few seconds later, Rollins is tossed to the outside.

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Down to two. Mcintyre moves in for the kill. Balor fights off elimination which only seems to anger McIntyre more. With a handful of hair, Drew launches Balor over the top and falls to knees in celebration, but Balor has held on and skinned the cat! McIntyre charges with a shoulder block but Balor jumps over it back into the ring and bounds to the other ropes.. McIntyre turns around just in time to catch a dropkick in the face sending him over the ropes but he lands on the apron, stunned. Balor hits the ropes again and hits what would be a suicide dive but he collides with McIntyre sending him to the floor while Balor bounces off Drew to stay in the ring.

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Winner of the 2019 Mens Royal Rumble: Finn Balor.
Rating: 8.0

An exhausted but jubilant Balor climbs the ropes and leads his Balor Club in soaking up the biggest victory of his career.

Rating: 8.5

RAW Womens Champion Ronda Rousey and Smackdown Live Womens Champion Charlotte Flair come down to ringside and take a seat at the announcer’s table for a bird’s eye view of the 2nd annual Womens Royal Rumble.

Rating: 8.8

A video is shown recapping last year’s first ever Womens Royal Rumble which saw Asuka become the first ever winner.

Rating: 8.9

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Bayley comes out hugging everyone and then the crowd awaits to see who is #2 and come to a roar when Victoria makes her return to WWE for the first time in a decade. Bayley, excited, wants to hug her right out the gate and Victoria feigns it before she clothesline's Bayley and tries to toss her over the ropes. As the crowd counts down, Bayley starts a comeback.

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Ruby comes out as Bayley is fighting Victoria and blasts her from behind. Bayley valiantly fights off Ruby but is attacked by Victoria from behind again. When Ruby runs after Bayley, the queen of Hugs moves and Ruby crashes into Victoria who goes through the ropes to the floor. As the clock comes down again, Bayley nails Bayley to Belly to Ruby.

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But it goes from bad to worse for Bayley as Mickie James comes down. Mickie hits her with a Mick kick. Ruby nails a powerbomb on Bayley and Victoria returns to join in the fray. All three women are kicking on Bayley as the clock strikes zero.

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The Arizona crowd goes nuts as Bayley finally gets some help and Sasha races to the ring. Sasha drops Mickie with a forearm to the head and nails Ruby with a stiff kick to the face. The Boss faces off with Victoria and they strike each other, when Victoria goes for Widows Peak, Bayley slaps her and Sasha is able to slide out. The Boss N Hug connection throw Victoria from the ring and the odds are now evened up.

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Sarah Logan comes out and once again the odds are against Bayley & Sasha. She immediately jumps the Boss N Hug connection and drops them both. Logan, Mickie & Ruby take their turn beating down the founders of the Women's Evolution and both Bayley & Sasha are on the ropes in real peril as the clock runs down to #7.

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Arizona leaps to their feet as The Man comes out. She immediately helps her friends, saves them from elimination and we have a standoff - on one side two members of the Riott Squad & Mickie and on the other, the Horsewomen. "This is awesome" breaks through the arena as the six women size each other up and then all hell breaks loose as an the clock runs down again.

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Natalya is out next and given her history with Ruby it’s no surprise when she becomes her immediate target. This distracts Logan momentarily allowing Becky to go to work on her. Mickie knows she’s in trouble as Bayley and Sasha take turns abusing her in the corner.

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Put your hair up and square up, Sonya Deville hits the ring and pulls Bayley off Mickie by the ponytail. Across the ring, Becky is wearing out Logan but Ruby has turned the tables on Natalya and is trying to eliminate her. On the other side of the ring Sasha has Mickie up on the top turnbuckle and hits a hurricanrana on the former women’s champion.

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Its glow time as the former Smackdown Women’s Champion slides in, saving Natalya and slapping Ruby across the face. Sonya moves on from Bayley and blasts Becky across the back with a forearm as she and Logan begin to double team the Man. The ring is really filling up as the clock counts down.

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Lana dances her way to the ring and gets right in the face of the Boss. Sasha looks unimpressed but keeps Lana occupied as Bayley comes from behind, spins her around, and delivers a Bayley to Belly. The Hug’n’Boss Connection wasting no time in picking her up and tossing her over. They keep up their teamwork and target Mickie again. Meanwhile across the ring Natalya and Naomi have Ruby on the edge.

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Brie is out at number 12 and sprints into the ring pulling Naomi and Nattie off of Ruby. She blasts both women in the face while Ruby cheers. Big mistake, Nikki turns around and clotheline's Ruby over the ropes and to the floor. Sarah nails Brie from behind and tries to throw her over the ropes with Brie hanging on. Sasha is in a corner fighting Sonya and Mickie nails The Man in the gut sending her through the ropes to the floor. Bayley sneaks up from behind and tries to throw Mickie out but she is hanging on.

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Dana is out at number 13 and runs up behind Mickie as James is trying to throw Bayley out and dumps Mickie out. Nattie & Dana square off as Bayley runs over to help Sasha who is almost out. Together the two eliminate Sonya.

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Zelina comes down slowly and when she sees Bayley & Sasha waiting, she wisely takes her time. Bayley slides under the ropes and Zelina runs right into Sasha who has slid under as well. Zelina is forced into the ring right into the arms if Brie who tosses her immediately out of the match. The clock counts down for the 15th spot as Becky Lynch gets back into the ring.

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Becky turns around as Gail Kim comes into the ring with everyone shocked to see her return. The sea of stars part as The Man slaps Kim and Kim returns it with a punch and the two pair off. Kim throws Becky over the ropes but Becky hangs on and Dana nails Kim from behind taking her turn with the legend. The battle resumes.

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As Carmella comes into the ring she immediately targets Bayley. Sasha comes up from behind to save her friend and charges Carmella but the Queen of Staten Island ducks and Bayley is clotheslined over the ropes by Sasha. Sasha apologizes but then she has to fight and she has gone after Mella.

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Brie is in danger of being thrown out by Naomi as Nikki Bella comes in at 17 and jumps Naomi from behind. Nikki throws Naomi over the ropes and squares off with Sasha. In a corner Nattie & Gail are trying to remove Dana but she holds on. Brooke is able to reverse a suplex by Nattie into a overhead one of her own and Nattie is down. Gail charges Dana with a big boot and that sends her over the ropes to the floor.

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The ‘Captain’ Alicia Fox is next and she immediately sides with the Bellas in targeting Gail while Carmella and Sasha square off. Becky stares down Nattie and the two begin to go at it. The crowd begins to count down.

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Billie Kay is out and she gets in the middle of Natalya and Becky. She’s screaming at them that she will make this Rumble ICONIC! They exchange a shrug, each grab a handful of hair, and toss her out before continuing their brawling. Meanwhile Carmella is on the verge of going out at the hands of Sasha.

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The crowd explodes as the Hall of Famer Trish Stratus hits the ring and immediately saves Gail from the Bellas and Foxy. A Chick Kick knocks Foxy into a daze and Trish throws her out. Now Gail and Trish take on the Bellas evened up. Becky and Natalya have a hold of each other and roll under the ropes together still going at it. Sasha has Carmella inches from being eliminated.

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An audible gasp is heard as the NXT Womens Champion Shayna Baszler marches down to the ring and immediately flips Sasha over the top, taking out Carmella in the process but Sasha saves herself on the apron. Across the ring Gail and Brie are tied up as Nikki and Trish are in the other corner. Natalya slings Becky into the ringpost and reenters the ring.

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Trish and Shayna size each other up as the clock strikes 0 and Ember Moon sprints out. She gets into the ring and makes a beeline for Shayna, Trish shrugs and lets Ember have it while Trish goes after Nattie. The Queen of Spades throws Ember over the ropes and forgets about her going after Gail but Moon doesnt hit the floor and comes back in going after Shayna.

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As Peyton Royce comes in Gail and Sasha are going at each other. Royce goes after Brie and has Ms. Daniel Bryan on the ropes. Nikki has joined the Nattie - Trish fight trying to get both women out. Peyton pounds on Becky who is on the floor before getting into the ring herself.

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And immediately regrets it as #24 is the Empress of Tomorrow, Asuka. She comes into the ring and goes to Royce who screams and tries to run but Asuka grabs her by the hair, does a back hand and then flings Royce over the ropes. Nattie charges Asuka but the Empress throws her over the ropes as well. Sarah Logan is next and Asuka backdrops her over the top. Trish and Asuka square up and circle each other as the clock goes down to 0.

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Oh my God it's Nia. Jax comes down and does a Samoan Drop to Becky on the floor. Jax gets into the ring and Trish charges and is backdropped over the ropes and is eliminated. Jax then throws Gail over the ropes and the remaining women in the ring go after Nia.

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Liv Morgan comes into the ring and joins in the fray of everyone trying to get Nia out of this thing. Nia swats everyone down and Asuka & Nia square off. Heavy kicks by Asuka and then Sasha and Nikki & Brie do nothing. Ember and Nia finally fight face to face but before long the women are all on Nia again and she is in real danger.

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Tamina comes out as Nia is on the ropes. As she comes down to the ring, Becky is getting back into the ring. Tamina and Becky eye each other and then Tamina backs off as Becky joins the group trying to eliminate Nia. Jax screams "no" as the women get rid of her and Tamina Snuka watches.

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Tamina and Ember fight as Becky is almost out due to the Bella's. Mandy Rose comes out much to Corey Graves' delight as Sasha tries to help her friend Becky. Mandy meets Shayna right away and throws her into a corner trying to get rid of the little vixen, Asuka has joined in that effort. As the clock begins to count, Sasha eliminates Brie Bella which infuriates Nikki. She goes to charge Sasha but, Becky grabs her and throws her out, Twin Magic is gone.

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The bell sounds for #29 and its.....ALEXA BLISS? The crowd cannot believe it as the Raw Women's GM is in the Rumble. Bliss comes down to the ring and immediately eliminates both Ember and Tamina. Little Miss Bliss drops both Becky & Sasha as well as Shayna and Mandy Rose. She basks in the glory as #30 comes out.

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Cole screams "OH MY GOD, IT'S KHARMA" as Mr. McMahon's personal #30 has returned. She comes down the ring stalking everyone and Alexa is terrified. Kharma stalks her and just as Kharma goes to attack, Alexa throws Mandy into the arms of Kharma who throws her over the ropes immediately.

Liv Morgan is next to feel Kharma's wrath and eliminated and then Sasha's amazing run ends as well thanks to Kharma. Suddenly we are down to 5. Becky goes nose to nose with Kharma and wants a fight and she gets her wish as the two deliver stiff shots. Shayna has gone after Asuka and Alexa is cowering in a corner.

IS ELIMINATED
REMAIN

When Shayna has Asuka in trouble, Alexa tries to sneak in and eliminate both women but it fails. This infuriates Shayna who goes after Alexa who backs away into Kharma. Alexa turns around and screams as Kharma picks her up and powerbombs her. Shayna does a big boot, Asuka does a kick and Becky gets the kill shot with a Back-Splode-Her. Becky throws Alexa over the ropes and we are down to four.

IS ELIMINATED

Becky, Shayna, Kharma & Asuka - one of these women is going to Wrestlemania. Becky and Asuka talk while Shayna and Kharma converse. The two apparent teams square off and start to charge....SHAYNA GRABS KHARMA BY THE HAIR. Shayna uses Kharma's momentum to throw her to the ropes and charge with a clothesline sending Kharma to the floor.

IS ELIMINATED

Becky, Asuka & Shayna Baszler circle each other as we are down to 3. Becky charges Shayna and is backdropped over the ropes but lands with one foot on the floor saving herself. Shayna and Asuka trade stiff shots and soon both women are on the apron. Asuka charges with a running knee but Baszler catches her and does a spinebuster on the apron. Asuka is holding on as Baszler gets back into the ring and kicks at Asuka. Shayna doesn't see it but Becky is back in the ring and sneaks up behind her and dumps the NXT Women's Champion out.

IS ELIMINATED

We are down to two. Becky Lynch & Asuka - one of these women is going to Wrestlemania. The crowd is on their feet as they square off and Becky nearly eliminates Asuka but the Empress of Tomorrow skins the cat, grabs Becky by the head with her legs and is trying to pull Becky over the ropes. Becky kicks at the back of Asuka's neck and Asuka has to release. Becky swings but Asuka ducks and drops her with a clothesline. Asuka gets back into the ring and throws Becky into a corner and the two trade chops and Becky nails a TBone Suplex. She goes for the Disarm-Her but Asuka reverses and goes for the Asuka lock. Becky is able to grab a rope and the two are tangled. Becky is against the ropes as Asuka pummels her with kicks to the stomach. When Asuka charges for a kill shot, Becky backdrops her over the ropes but Asuka again wont go down. Becky looks at her dead in the face, screams "this is MINE" and then delivers a blistering forearm right to Asuka's temple. Knocked out, the Empress of Tomorrow falls to the floor as The Man has won the Royal Rumble!

IS ELIMINATED

Winner of the 2019 Womens Royal Rumble: Becky Lynch.
Rating: 7.3

Chase Field comes to life in unison as an exhausted Becky can barely stand. She is announced as the winner while Charlotte & Ronda Rousey clap. Both champions look pensive as they have to go into the ring. Stephanie McMahon comes down and raises the hand of Becky Lynch who points at the Wrestlemania sign while Charlotte & Ronda are in corners being forced to watch the celebration. Becky glances at both women because she now has the ultimate decision to make. The Man is going to Wrestlemania.

Rating: 9.0

A video is shown hyping the WWE Universal Championship match, focusing mostly on the brawl this last Monday which saw Lesnar F5 Strowman off the stage as the camera focuses on Lesnar’s smile.

Rating: 8.4

An early matchup of strength does not go Lesnar’s way as Strowman shoves him halfway across the ring. On the second attempt Lesnar buries a knee in Strowman’s gut and begins to rain down thudding blows, dropping Strowman to his knees but when Lesnar backs up and goes in for a running knee, Strowman catches him by the throat and chokeslams him. Lesnar rolls out of the ring, clearly shaken by the chokeslam but before Heyman can get to him, Strowman follows him out to the floor and the two brawl for the next few minutes with a very generous referee’s count. Lesnar employs the announcer’s table, and tries to F5 Strowman through it but Braun slips out of his arms and boots Lesnar in the chest sending him flying over the announcer’s table. Strowman picks up Lesnar and carries him to the ring, rolling him back in and following but as soon as Strowman is entering the ring Lesnar pounces and goes back on the attack. Strowman looks stunned and he gets taken to Suplex City via a German suplex. Lesnar is smiling now and asks Heyman how that looked but Heyman’s face goes from smiling to fear as Strowman stands up. Lesnar turns with a look of concern before charging but Strowman scoops him out and delivers a huge powerslam. 1….2….Strowman pulls Lesnar’s head up before the three. He shouts down at Lesnar that the title belongs to him. Lesnar looks like he’s not sure where he is but Strowman picks him up and delivers another powerslam, but he doesn’t pin Lesnar. He looks to the crowd who’s chanting ‘Get These Hands”. Strowman picks up Lesnar to a standing position, or at least a swaying position before picking Lesnar up on his shoulders. As the crowd and announcers express shock, he delivers an F5 to the Beast before planting a large boot in Lesnar’s chest for the 1….2….3.

Winner by Pinfall and NEW WWE Universal Champion: Braun Strowman
Rating: 7.5

As Heyman tends to the fallen Lesnar, Braun Strowman accepts the Universal Championship from the referee and holds it up high for all the fans to see. As the announcers discuss how the Monster finally slayed the Beast, Graves wonders aloud if Balor will be the next one to get these hands.

Rating: 9.0

Overall: 8.0

Kimberly · February 7, 2019

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