PW Boards Draft 2018 - Official Evalution Thread

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Welcome to the Boards Draft 2018 Evaluation Thread.

For you new to the game, I strongly encourage you to check out last years thread to see what others have done. Some go the while hog and do many write ups and a PPV, others simply post their dream card from their available roster. Aim of the game is to at least write up a PPV.

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Below is a general outline of the rules and how it works.... PLEASE READ AS THEIR ARE CHANGES TO HOW THINGS HAVE WORKED PREVIOUSLY :

- Posting is optional but highly encouraged. Participants don't have to write weekly shows for their rosters if they don't want to. Its up to them if they want to do shows, however usually those who do the weekly shows are more in the running to win the overall game.


- There is a max to what you can post. This year after plenty of back and fourth on the issue, it was voted upon that there is to be a 4 post limit. You can use your 4 posts as you please, whether it be 4 posts totally devoted to a PPV, or 3 weekely shows and a PPV, or whatever your creative mind whats to do. The only requirement is that you have a PPV card for at least 1 post as that is what you will be judged on.


- the deadline for submissions shall be 6 weeks after the final pick is made in the picks thread. THERE WILL BE NO EXTENSIONS THIS YEAR SO PLEASE DONT ASK. 6 weeks should be plenty of time to get submissions of some kind in.

- Once the submission deadline is passed, voting cards will be issued via PM. Players will have 1 week to read up on shows and submit their votes.

You can commence your PPV build now. Good luck and have fun. As always please keep discussion of the game (feedback to show etc) in the discussion thread.
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Necro

A year removed from one of the most shocking incidents in professional wrestling history, and the landscape in NCW has changed drastically.

Following his cheap championship victory over Edge, Muhammad Hussan would reign supreme over the company as champion. With his Brotherhood behind him, and backed by enforcer Samoa Joe, no one could stop him…. Or so he thought.

It would happen again. As predicted, the US President Donald Trump would get bored with his new toy, and the vast swathes of cash never arrived. Contracts were let expire or were terminated. Superstars would leave the company in their droves.

Samoa Joe picked up a big money contract with Beyond Chaos Wrestling, the reigning defending Draft championship brand and on his last night with NCW, drove Hussan into the mat with a vicious Muscle Buster, before dumping the Rising Star Championship in the trash and leaving the company for good. The Dudley Boyz were next, Bully Ray signing with another rival in DPW.

Hussan would continue on in the company, but his reign would be abruptly stopped one night in late November….

Hussan: ‘You peons are not worthy of my talent! I have beaten the very best put in front of me, I am unstoppable - I am… The King of NCW! I am the Ultimate talent in professional…..

Necrominus: “My God… It CANNOT be…?”

Jiminy Billy Bob: “No way…”

The crowd erupts as the Ultimate Warrior bursts through the curtains in typical fashion, sprinting towards the ring and running around it as the crowd is in amazement.

Necrominus: “You’re sure? You want me to announce it? Right now? Ok... “

Necrominus gets up from his announcers seat and has a mic in his hand as Warrior enters the ring and stares down a stunned Hussan.



Necrominus: “ Ladies and Gentlemen, by order of management - this match is scheduled for one fall… and is for the NCW Heavyweight Championship!”



The crowd roars as Hussan turns around in shock.



Hussan: “NO! You can’t do this! I run this company, this is my title! I’m not dressed for a match, I’m not ready!!!”



Necrominus shrugs and sits back down as a referee races to the ring… and calls for the bell.



Hussan: “NO! I will not defend my title - you are not worthy! I am your King! BOW DOWN BEFORE…. AHHHH!”



Warrior plants Hussan with a massive lariat! Hussan shakes his head in shock, trying to get back to his feet - Warrior clocks him again!

Necrominus: “Hussan doesn’t know what has hit him! My God, the power of Warrior!”

Hussan is almost motionless, Warrior hauls him to his feet - Scoop Slam! He hits the ropes… Warrior Splash! The cover…

1

2

3!!!

It’s over! Hussan has been beaten!



Warrior gets to his feet and kicks Hussan from the ring as the referee presents him with the NCW Championship.

Announcer: “Here is your winner…. And the…. NEEEEEEEEEEEEEWWWWWWWWWWWWWW NCW Heavyweight Champion… The…. Ultimate…. WARRRRRRRIOOOORRRRRR!”

The crowd are awash with emotion as Warrior ascends the ropes, the title held aloft.

Necrominus: “Almost two years of dominance - over in moments. Ladies and Gentlemen… welcome to the new era of NCW!”

Following on from his embarassment at the hands of Warrior, Hussan would forego his rematch for the title and leave the company in shame. The self-proclaimed king of NCW, dethroned in moments by the power of one man. Funnily enough the NCW mainstay and longest reigning champion would follow Samoa Joe to Beyond Chaos.

And it would truly be a new era, Out with the old, in with the new as hot properties began to join the company. First, Necrominus finally left his place behind the announcer’s desk to assume the Chairman of the Board role.

In an interesting twist he signed the tag team duo of Enzo and Cass - but Enzo would shock the world in being announced as NCW’s General Manager for 2018.

Enzo surprised everyone initially, with his marmite style proving to be a winner in the ratings.


But… as we all know too often. Power corrupts.

In a planned tournament to crown the new Tag Team Champions, Enzo made a shock announcement - seemingly to Big Cass as well. There were no other teams in the tournament, and Enzo and Cass would be crowned the 5th Tag Team Champions in NCW History.

And the spiral began. Enzo would sign tag teams such as Authors of Pain, and the Bludgeon Brothers to the roster but continuously duck any attempts to defend the titles. Frustrated with being held back, Cass finally arranged a defence of his own - and would be stunned when Enzo never appeared for the match, allowing the Authors of Pain to dominate and destroy him, claiming the Tag Titles for their own.

Big Cass sought answers the next night but Enzo was a step ahead and had paid a handsome sum of NCW funds to recruit some protection - in the form of longtime NCW enforcer, Monty Brown. Brown would attack Cass, leaving him laying like many before with a vicious Pounce followed by an Alpha Bomb onto the steel ramp as Enzo looked on smiling. A huge encounter is set for Natural Selection between the two, as Cass looks to redeem himself.

The Authors of Pain, on the other hand have gone from strength to strength but like so many times before, eventually… the unstoppable force meets an immovable object. At Natural Selection, they will face their toughest test yet in the form of the brutality of the Bludgeon Brothers - Erick Rowan and Luke Harper.

NCW continued to move from strength to strength however, under the stunningly astute management of Necrominus and Enzo. Rafts of signings continued.

With Bayley signing a deal with PCW, The scramble for a new champion was on. And as Bayley was saying goodbye to her adoring NCW fans on her final night in the company….

Chyna stunned the world in debuting and destroying the loveable Bayley, becoming the third ever NCW Women’s Champion. She has yet to be even knocked off her feet in a match as she continues to run roughshod over the NCW competition

The next arrivals to the company were Jax Dane and his tag team partner Crimson, who initially would go their separate ways, or so it would seem. Dane, one of the longest reigning NWA champions of the past decade would unsuccessfully challenge Warrior for his NCW Championship.

Dane felt cheated, and demanded a rematch citing his NWA reign as the most significant in history… but he would be answered by none other than the legendary Lou Thesz, one of the greatest of all time.

A match was set, but Dane and Crimson reunited which led to Thesz bringing in one of his most famous students; another legend in Antonio Inoki. A tag team match was signed for the next PPV… and it would be a shocker.

In stunning fashion, Thesz turned on Inoki mid match, laying waste to his former pupil and joining Crimson and Dane, becoming the leader of a new terrifying faction - known from this point on as The Uncorrupted; (signifying none of the three ever appearing in the WWE).

They would continue to humiliate and embarrass Inoki in the ensuing weeks, until Inoki finally snapped. Enlisting the help of other legends in the formidable presence of Giant Haystacks, he laid down a challenge for Natural Selection.

It would be Lou Thesz, taking on Inoki - in a Retirement Match. Whether there would be a stipulation added to this blockbuster is yet to be determined.

Meanwhile Dane and Crimson will face off against Haystacks and an as yet un-named tag team partner, in a match that pits the current generation against one of many years ago. Haystacks has hinted for weeks at the identity of his partner... but so far, the mystery remains.

Next was the new Hollywood A-Lister - Dave Bautista. He signed a one year contract with the company in the annual draft as their top choice. Batista, as he is known in the squared circle had this to say:

‘I came to NCW with one purpose, one goal. I conquered the WWE, I would have conquered the BWA if they gave me a shot. That title is on loan around Warrior’s waist. It’s coming to me - whenever I say I want it.’

Warrior could not be reached for a response, but we are sure the champion won’t take this lying down. In fact, next week - in the main event of our flagship show, Tuesday Night Destruction will be the contract signing for the main event of Natural Selection. Warrior and Batista will come face to face in the ring for the very first time.

But that is not all. NCW also acquired one of the hottest properties in all of sports entertainment. The Monster Among Men - Braun Strowman.

On his very first night in NCW, Strowman destroyed Crimson, to become the third NCW Rising Star Champion. Since then he has blazed an unstoppable trail through would be challengers, but will face his toughest test this coming Monday, the equally unstoppable Giant Haystacks, in what will be his fifth defence.

With this dominant force now potentially holding the key to a title shot, Warrior has a number of challengers on the horizon.

Can the dominance and will of Warrior and his millions of fans overcome the power and guile of Batista? The brute-strength and destructive force of Strowman? With Natural Selection, the pinnacle of the NCW looming right around the corner - how will the card shape up? Stay tuned to find out.

Almost 3 years ago the PCW closed its doors, the full roster leaving vacating all titles which have been on the office of the owner since. Over the years he has looked at the draft waiting for the moment to re emerge from his self imposed exile from the wrestling world.
Over the past few months phone calls started to get made reaching out to superstars near and far to compete in the returning federation.



And so we come to today nearly all members of the new roster are assembled (Vader, KO, Bayley, Lita, Emma, Dana Brooke, Mark Henry, Apollo Crews, MVP, Tye Dillinger, Mason Ryan,Akira Tozawa, Dragon Kid, earthquake and typhoon) in front of the awaiting press, as Burt Reynolds addresses the media

Ladies and Gentlemen it was a surprise to me to get a call to be the general manager of this here federation, but as you go on in life it’s always good to get one last opportunity, for me it’s to try something new like this and expand in life or for the likes Vader here it’s to get one last shot at being a world champion, which has been promised to him by our owner.

I dare say I don't know a lot about wrestling but I do know Hollywood, I know a star and I have made sure to reach out to people that have that something special,

The Miz enters, Maryse on his arm, with Sandow dressed like him, Alex riley dressed in a suit next to him, and the Miztourage behind them,

Reynolds continues

As you see The Miz carries himself above others and is a true A list superstar but him and his crew are not the only people I have been able to sign, It’s my pleasure to introduce John Cena,

John Cena enters the room in a suit as if he’s on the red carpet

Now as he is in the public eye more now and his schedule has vastly changed I have also offered him a chance at the world championship belt as he would be a great ambassador for our company going forward
So John Cena will face Vader at the wrestlemadness 2018, that is if Vader makes it

The assembled roster look in shock as Vader steps forward

Vader :What do you mean
Reynolds: Well you may have been promised a shot but I am just adding in a few stipulation. So next week you will face the team of Damien Sandow and Alex riley, if you beat them you will face the miztourage, if on beating both these team you will face the Miz, if victorious you’re title shot will be honored,

Vader reaches for Burt but the miztourage gets pushed in the way by John Cena and the Miz. as they whisk Burt out Vader throws Bo Dallas of the stage into the press and Curtis Axel gets a powerbomb through the table.

As Burt leave he turns around and addresses the crowd

Also the Intercontinental title, the womens title, and the PCW tag team title will be on the line at Wrestlemadness, over the next four weeks all will be revealed

Necro

The pyros flash and the crowd pop as we go live to the arena for a 2018 special of Tuesday Night Destruction.

Jim Ross: “Welcome everyone to NCW, Tuesday Night Destruction – the 2018 edition! I am your host, Jim Ross, joined by my colleague Jiminy Billy-Bob – and boy am I excited to be here this year!


Jiminy: “Necrominus decided he was too big for his boots and went and took a seat on the board! And still no promotion for me and I’m stuck here with you, JR! Anyways, folks – what a show we have in store for you tonight! First things first, there’s the HEEEEUGE! Contract signing between our NCW Champion, The Ultimate Warrior and his challenger in the main event at Natural Selection…. The Hollywood A-Lister, the MAN… the only… Batista.”


JR: “That’s for sure, Jiminy! Fireworks in that confrontation, I’m sure everyone is expecting them!”


Jiminy: “Well, let’s put it this way, Jim – when has a contract signing in any federation EVER passed off without incident?”


JR: “I have to agree, Jiminy. But let’s not forget about the MEGA match we have this evening – The Monster Among Men, Braun Strowman defends his Rising Star Championship for the fifth time – against the unrivalled power of Giant Haystacks.”


Jiminy: “Yeah, thankfully, Necro shelled out a bucket load of cash on a specially reinforced ring for this year’s shows… shame he couldn’t have done the same when appointing a co announcer.”


JR: “What’s that supposed to mean?”


Jiminy: “Nothing Jim! Anyways, Strowman has ploughed through all the competition set in front of him thus far, and could very well become the first man in history to activate the Rising Star Championship clause.”


JR: “Yes, for those of you unaware the title was debuted last year, and upon five successful defences can be cashed in for a shot at the NCW Heavyweight Championship.”


Jiminy: “But…. He’s gotta beat Haystacks first. And monster or nay…. That’s a tough ask.”


JR: “For sure, Jiminy! Also we will finally have an answer as to who our dominant women’s champion’s opponent will be at Natural Selection tonight.”


Jiminy: “Yep, Chyna, like Strowman has been unstoppable since debuting and crushing the hugger 5 months ago. Who can stop her? Maybe you, JR?”


JR: “Um..no. Quite happy here thank you very much!”


Jiminy: “A pity.”

Jiminy: “Folks, looks like we’re gonna kick things off with a word or twenty from our General Manager for 2018 – Enzo Amore… oh and look. He’s got company.”


JR: “He ALWAYS has company, Jiminy. Too scared of Cass if you ask me!”

The crowd boos as Enzo comes to the stage dressed in a swag suit, Monty Brown behind him silently.



He poses on the stage before making his way to the ring where he orders Brown to hold the ropes for him. Brown does so and both then enter the ring, as Enzo grabs a mic.



Crowd: “Enzo sucks! Enzo sucks!”


Enzo ignores the boos and begins to speak:

Enzo: “My name – is Enzo Amore, and I am the certified GM, and a bonafide stud, and you Can’t. Teach. That!


And this right here he is Monty Brown, the Impact playa, and he’s 6 ft 2… and you Can’t. Teach. That.”

Crowd: “Shut the F up! Shut the F up!”

Enzo: “Bada boom, realest GM in the room – how you doin?”

Crowd: “Please shut up! Please shut up!”

Enzo: “Hey Monty… seems like this crowd if full o’hatas? What’s the matter with you? Don’t like Enzo?”

Crowd: “No! No! No!”

Enzo smirks and slaps Brown on the back: “As I was sayin. Hatas all round, man. What’s a stud like Enzo gotta do to get some respect around these parts? After all, not only am I the GREATEST General Manager, in NCW history (crowd boos) – I’m also a former Tag Team Champion! (boos intensify)”


JR: “Self awarded Tag Team Champion….”


Jiminy: “Hush JR, our GM is speaking!”


Enzo: “And now… haha, you’re all gonna love this. It’s time we introduce a fifth title to NCW…. How’s about that?”

The crowd cheers a little bit.

JR: “Fifth title? What? Could it be a Hardcore Title? Women’s Tag Team Titles?”


Jiminy: “Shut up, Jim, let the man speak! This is history making!”

Enzo: “Yeah, that’s more like it! So, let’s go through the titles… You all know how this goes!


We got the… Women’s Title!

Crowd: “How you doin’?”

Enzo: “That’s it! We got the…. Tag Team Titles!”

Crowd: “How you doin’?”

Enzo: “Whaddya think, Monty B? Louder for the next? We got the…. Rising Star Championship!”

Crowd: “HOW YOU DOIN’!”

Enzo: “Oh, I’m likin’ this B-Dawg. And we got the…. NCW Heavyweight Title!”

Crowd: “HOW YOU DOIN’! HOW YOU DOIN’!”



The crowd continue to chant as Enzo does his chicken walk around the ring. Brown stands there, a look of disgust on his face.

Enzo: “You see? I told ya B-Dawg! They love me! And now, for the fifth championship for NCW…. Enzo here is takin’ it upon himself… to introduce… The NCW CRUISERWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP!”

The crowd erupts as Enzo takes a championship from a case Brown has been holding and shows it to the crowd.

Enzo: “Yeah, yeah! You like how Enzo rolls. So… how do we determine the new champion? Well… we gotta roster fulla giants, monsters and warriors… all these guys are too big for the belt…”



JR: “Oh man… I don’t like where this is going…”


Enzo: “And there’s only… ONE man who has the skills, and props to rep NCW and our fancy new belt!”

Crowd: “HURRI-CANE! HURRI-CANE!”

Enzo: “Who? No, no… that man is… ME! Enzo Amore… the NEW Cruiserweight Champion!”

The crowd is apoplectic as Enzo has Brown place the championship around his waist.





Crowd: “A**hole! A**hole!”

Enzo: “Hey! You’re talkin’ to the NCW GM now! I played you all, played you like a fine tuned fiddle! How’s about that! Cos, there’s only ONE word to describe y’all… and I’m gonna…

The crowd explode as Hurricane bursts through the curtains, striking his typical pose as Enzo looks on with rage from the ring.

JR: “He’s here! It’s been talked about all month since he signed! NCW has a superhero!”


Jiminy: “He might regret interrupting our new Cruiserweight Champ!”

Hurricane makes his way to the ring and rolls in as Enzo steps behind Brown. Hurricane poses on the ropes as the crowd cheer him loudly. He is handed a mic and goes to speak – but is drowned out by the chanting crowd.

JR: “What a reaction for Hurricane Helms here, NCW fans appreciating the arrival of our very own hero!”


Jiminy: “Hero? He’s just a runt in a mask playing dress up!”

Hurricane: “NCW – Hurricane Helms is here to save the day!”

Crowd: “HURRI-CANE! HURRI-CANE!”

Hurricane: “And just in time too, it seems. Enzo, General Manager of NCW…. You have all the power. Yet you want to give yourself more?”



Enzo: “Well… I…”


Hurricane: “WHAT’S UP WITH DAT?”

The crowd explodes as Enzo is left dumbstruck.

Hurricane: “I have come to NCW, to save the fans from the tyranny of this villain. To make it once again a safe haven for all. And it appears your evilness knows no bounds, Enzopicus.”



Jiminy: “Enzopicus? Is this guy on drugs?”


Enzo: “Now listen here, Hamburglar! This is my show – and you… You ain’t nothin’ but a hata! How’s about you get out of my ring before I kick your ass all the way back to the insanity ward!”



Hurricane: “Hamburglar? I’ll remind you Enzopicus, the last person to call me that ended up flat on their back and beaten – by the power – of the Hurricane!”


Enzo: “Quit calling me Enzopicus! This isn’t a comedy sketch or a comic book, Helms. This is my house. And if you step inside my house – you have to beware of the dog! B-Dawg, get him!”

Monty Brown steps forward into Hurricane’s face.

Hurricane: “Monty Brown. Former NWA Champion. Reduced to a sidekick for the evil Enzopicus. Some things never change in NCW.


Brown (speaking into Hurricane’s mic): “Watch your mouth you little midget.”


Hurricane: “Another year, another group for Monty Brown… NCW truly needed a hero.”


Enzo: “You have two choices, Hurri-joke. Leave this ring now, tuck your tail between your legs… or be squashed by B-Dawg there.”



Hurricane: “Those are my options? What about door number 3 Enzopicus? The one where I, Hurricane Helms – challenge you to a match at Natural Selection… for the Cruiserweight Championship!”

Enzo starts laughing. He puts a hand on Brown’s shoulder and Brown backs up a few steps.

Enzo: “You – challenge me? They really forgot to give you your meds, huh? You’re nothing, Hurricane. Nothing. Arrived in NCW a wet week. You’re a joke, an upstart… you haven’t earned a title shot.”


Hurricane: “It seems to me, that you didn’t earn that title, Enzopicus. Like all villains, you rewarded yourself for hiding behind hired help. And Hurricane has come to put an end to your reign!”



Enzo: “Oh you have, have you? Well… ok. You want a match with me, for this? (Gestures to the title around his waist). I can do that.”

The crowd pops loudly.

Enzo: “IF….. you can beat B-Dawg here tonight, that is. How’s about it hero? Gonna risk it all against the brute force of B-Dawg?”


Hurricane eyes up the much larger Brown: “I accept! Monty Brown, you are a giant about to be slayed by the power of… The Hurricane!”

Brown smirks and looks at Enzo who nods. Brown grabs Hurricane and sends him flying out of the ring to the floor!

Enzo: “Get a referee down here! We’re gonna do this right now!”


Jiminy: “Look at that, Hurricane is a hero – he can fly! Hahahaha!”


JR: “He may have bitten off a lot more than he can chew here tonight!”

Commercial Break




We come back to see Brown pounding on a grounded Hurricane, stomping on him relentlessly in the corner as a referee tries to force the break. Enzo has joined JR and Jiminy on commentary.

JR: “We are joined by our General Manager for this our first match of the night.”


Jiminy: “Forget that! I want to be the first to congratulate you on becoming the first EVER NCW Cruiserweight Champion, Enzo! Not only a GM but a Champion – again – as well!”


Enzo: “Yeah, thanks Jiminy. It’s not easy bein’ this studly, but I try. Look at this freak try to match B-Dawg!”

In the ring, Hurricane has dived at Brown, trying to force a takedown. Brown laughs and tosses Hurricane to the side. He runs across the ring and hits a diving knee drop on Hurricane, before dropping for the cover…


1 – 2 – Hurricane kicks out!

Enzo (laughing): “This chump thinks he’s a hero… well Monty made him fly alright. He’s gonna get a rough landing though.”


JR: “Wouldn’t it make sense to defend your title against Hurricane on the grandest stage of Natural Selection though, Enzo. Prove your… haters… wrong?”


Jiminy: “Enzo is a great champion, Jim! He doesn’t need to prove it to anyone!”


Enzo: “Nah… and watch your tone, JR. You’re saying hatas, wrong. This guy swans into NCW and expects a match – with me – at Natural Selection? He’s loopier than that idiot of a former partner of mine, Cass.”


JR: “Big Cass you mean?”


Enzo: “He was Big… till Monty chopped him down to size! Hahaha you geddit!”


Jiminy: “A champion, a GM, and a world class comedian. Is there anything you can’t do?”

Brown is now stalking Hurricane, waiting for Hurricane to get to his feet, he hits the ropes looking for the Pounce - Hurricane leaps into the air - he takes Brown down to the mat with a flying head scissors!
The crowd pops as Hurricane rolls to his feet, Brown looks stunned – Hurricane nails Brown with an Enziguiri!

Jiminy: “What! Hurricane clearly cheated there!”
Enzo: “Who does he think he is, it’s a disgrace Jiminy.”
JR: “Pfft… look who’s talking!”

Hurricane drops for the cover… 1 – 2 – Brown kicks out!

Hurricane now stalks Brown as he tries to stumble to his feet, Hurricane catches him, looking for Eye of the Hurricane – Brown shoves him off!

Hurricane, unfazed, runs the ropes – dives looking for a crossbody – Brown catches him and shakes his head – Fallaway Slam to Hurricane! Brown drops for the cover!


1 – 2 – Hurricane drops his foot on the ropes!



Brown gets up celebrating as he hears the third slap on the mat. The referee is trying to tell him that the match is still continuing….

The crowd explodes as Cass comes to the stage, acknowledges the cheers and sprints towards the ring!

Brown turns around, still oblivious to the referee’s protestations – he beckons Cass into the ring – Hurricane rolls up Brown from behind as Cass smirks on the outside


1
2
3!!! Hurricane has done it! He’s beaten Monty Brown!

The crowd are on their feet in joy as Hurricane’s music sounds, and he scarpers to the outside as an apoplectic Brown pops back to his feet and tries to give chase.

Big Cass is in the ring – Big Cass nearly takes Brown’s head off with a Big Boot!

Brown collapses to the canvas, motionless as Big Cass stands over the fallen man.


‘I’ll see you Sunday.”


He grabs a mic as the crowd chant his name.

Cass: “Enzo, ‘B-Dawg’ – I’m baaaackk! And there’s more of that to be expected on Sunday, Brown. My foot, your face – your head in the front row! And Enzo, when Hurricane beats your ass at Natural Selection… there will be only ONE WORD to describe you – and I’m gonna spell it out for ya…
S
A
W
F
T
SAAAAAAAAAAWWWWWWWWWWWFFFFFFFFFTTTTTTTT!!!”

Cass drops the mic and the crowd pops huge as he celebrates . He heads to the back as Enzo creeps into the ring to check on Brown, rage contorting his face.

JR: “Battle lines have been drawn for Natural Selection – Big Cass with a huge statement of intent tonight!”


Jiminy: “Hurricane cheated! I demand a rematch! This is an outrage!”

Commercial Break




Back in the ring now, we have two local talents.

Announcer: ‘The following contest is scheduled for one fall and is for the NCW Tag Team Championships! Introducing first, the challengers… from Totteringham, Sir Harold Lane & Delhi Belly!!’

Mild applause from the crowd for the two men.

Announcer: “And now, introducing the champions… weighing in at a combined weight of 620lbs… being accompanied to the ring by Paul Ellering…
Akam…
Rezar…
The AUTHORS. OF. PAIN!”

The crowd cheers as the dominant champions come to the stage, titles laced across their shoulders. Flanked by their longtime manager, they eye their opponents who seem incredibly nervous.

JR: “Another year, another team of absolute destructive force! The Authors of Pain have yet to taste defeat within an NCW ring, and look super confident tonight!”


Jiminy: “Yeah, Ellering has them tuned like a grand piano! These Totteringham lads don’t stand a chance!”

Akam and Rezar stalk towards the ring menacingly, handing their championships to Ellering before entering the ring.

Akam goes to his corner as Rezar gets ready to start the match against Lane… the referee calls for the bell!

JR: “The biggest match in these two young men’s lives is about to begin!”
Jiminy: “And shortest!”

Rezar stalks towards Lane, who throws a right hand weakly at the imposing figure. Rezar eats it, and smiles! He grabs Lane, and tosses him halfway across the ring!


Rezar turns and again moves towards the stunned Lane, who lies writhing in agony on the mat - Belly runs in and clubs Rezar from behind!

Rezar turns, grabs Belly by his head, boots him in the stomach and nods as Akam has now entered and done the same with Lane.


Both men are set - bumping into each other - SUPER COLLIDER!

Both Delhi and Sir Harold are motionless! Rezar kicks Delhi from the ring as

Akam hauls Lane to his feet again and sets him, Rezar hits the ropes - THE LAST CHAPTER!




Rezar places a foot on Lane’s chest as the referee drops for the count
1
2
3! Authors of Pain retain emphatically!

Jiminy: “And to the surprise of absolutely no one… The Authors of Pain retain their championships tonight.”


JR: “Yes, Lane and Delhi simply couldn’t match the power on display.”

Ellering is in the ring now with a mic.

Ellering: “And there you have it! The most dominant tag team again racking up another win! The Authors of Pain have no equal! Akam and Rezar fear no one….”

JR: “Oh my! They’re here - the challengers are here!”

Jiminy: “The Authors of Pain may not fear anyone, but I’m afraid of these guys! Hold me, JR!”


JR: “Get off me you idiot!”

Luke Harper and Erick Rowan come to the stage, Rowan holding their trademark mallet in hand. They eye the champions, before beginning a slow march down to the ring.


Akam and Rezar look ready to fight!

JR: “Business could be about to pick up here, if these four collide!”

Ellering is trying to reason with Rezar and Akam as Harper and Rowan go to either side of the ring. They step up on the apron - and enter….


The Authors of Pain and Ellering exit and back up the ramp!

JR: “What? I thought they feared no one?”

The crowd boo as Ellering smirks: “Not tonight, fellas! The champions do battle on our time!”


Rezar and Akam look like they want to fight, but Ellering manages to keep them backing up the ramp as Harper and Rowan stand tall in the ring.

Jiminy: “One thing is for sure, when those guys collide at Natural Selection, there’ll be no backing out then!”

Commercial Break

Announcer: “Ladies and Gentlemen, can you please welcome at this time… Lou Thesz!”

The crowd boo as Lou Thesz is in the ring already with a mic.

Thesz: “Get it out of your system, you ingrates. I have something to say.”

Crowd: “You suck!”

Thesz: “Unlike your partners, male or female around this backward town, I can categorically state - I do NOT suck…. at anything.”

The crowd grow angrier as Thesz smirks.

Thesz: “I am the GREATEST wrestler of all time. An inaugural member of COUNTLESS Hall of Fames. The LONGEST reigning NWA Champion in history, and I deserve more RESPECT than I am getting from everyone here!”

Crowd: “Lou Thesz sucks! Lou Thesz sucks!”

Thesz: “Chant all you like - I have a right to be angry, to act out like I do - not that I owe anyone a damn thing! I am the forgotten man of professional wrestling, an after-thought in the minds of most. I am an innovater, I trained countless legends you worship today! I deserve respect!

But I don’t expect to get it from you filthy ingrates. You cheer for the likes of The Ultimate Warrior, a man who wouldn’t know a drop toe hold if it slapped him in the face!

You laud the likes of certain Monsters Among Men, green behind the ear morons who couldn’t apply a chin lock much the same as they struggle to tie their laces.


And then… THEN there is Antonio. Inoki. A legend in his home country. Loved by the fans. A damned politician! And you sit there and you cheer him, and you boo me - the man who trained him!


You want to know why I beat the hell out of Inoki? Beat him to within an inch of his life? I’ll tell you. Inoki EMBARRASSED this profession with his ‘match of the century’ in Japan against a boxer.


He was so terrified of taking a punch he spent 15 rounds on his back kicking at a boxer’s legs. He is a joke! And this has been a long time coming. I am going to retire Antonio Inoki on Sunday - not for Lou Thesz… no.

But for the great sport of Wrestling - one that he made a mockery of in one fight! He could have proved to the world how dominant he was. But never mind. It all comes to an end on Sunday.


Antonio Inoki - Natural Selection will be your last night in my business. I will uncorrupt you all, from following the false idols and jokes who ruin this great sport… and Sunday is only the beginning.”

Thesz drops the mic and goes to leave, he walks up the ramp to a chorus of boos.

He turns at the top, shaking his head in disgust at the crowd - Inoki bursts through the curtain! He runs at Thesz and the two begin trading blows!

JR: “Inoki is here, and he’s not one for words!”

Jiminy: “This is disgraceful, Lou Thesz was pouring his heart out and this thug attacks him!”

Inoki backs Thesz down the ramp with punches, before performing a sweep on him and taking him down to the floor!

Inoki quickly transitions into full mount, and continues beating on a helpless Thesz!

Jiminy: “Come on, someone stop this! This isn’t the UFC or Inoki’s private dungeon!”

Inoki opens up on Thesz with a few strikes before Thesz reaches up and jams him thumb into Inoki’s eye!

Inoki clutches it in pain as Thesz squirms out, and knees Inoki in the temple!


Thesz: “This is wrestling, you son of a bitch! I made this sport what it is!”


Inoki slumps backwards, and Thesz now pins Inoki onto the floor, slapping at his face:


Thesz: “I made you, and I will break you!”


Thesz drives an elbow into Inoki’s head, drawing a gash across the forehead of Inoki! Referees and backstage personnel are now racing to ringside as Thesz is hauled off Inoki - Inoki shoots forward and takes Thesz down!


The two men brawl again like animals on the floor as the crew at ringside join in to try and seperate them.

JR: “The hatred between these two one time friends has boiled over here tonight!”

Both men are finally restrained by about 8 men on either side, Thesz sporting a swelling under his eye now as blood drips down Inoki’s forehead.


Necrominus is out with a mic.

Necro: “Stop this madness! You two want to beat each other so bad? You’ve already got your match! But I’m going to raise the stakes a little bit.

Who truly is the best - Lou Thesz (boos) or Antonio Inoki (loud cheers)?

Well on Sunday - we will find out for definite. Because… not only will your match be a Retirement Match… it will truly test everything you both know about this great sport.


At Natural Selection, it will be Antonio Inoki… VS Lou Thesz -
IN A 60 MINUTE IRON MAN MATCH!”

Thesz and Inoki look at each other - Inoki is smiling! Thesz looks a little stunned, but nods back at Inoki.

JR: “One of the most personal battles in NCW history comes to a head on Sunday! Two men enter - one man leaves with his career intact. The other… is forced to retire! Lou Thesz VS Antonio Inoki at Natural Selection - in an Iron Man Match!”

Commercial Break

Announcer: “The following contest is scheduled for one fall… and is for the NCW Rising Star Championship!”

Strowman comes to the stage, the Rising Star Championship on his shoulder:


Strowman: “BRAWN!”


Strowman heads towards the ring with a focused look in his eyes.

JR: “Tonight marks the fifth defense of Strowman’s championship here in NCW, and tonight will prove his toughest opponent yet!”

Jiminy: “You can say that again, Jim!”

JR: “Tonight marks….”

Jiminy: “What the hell? Don’t take it literally!”

Strowman is in the ring now staring straight up at the stage.

Giant Haystacks comes to the stage, the hulking mass of humanity gazing down towards the ring where Strowman stands unmoved.

JR: “The legendary Giant Haystacks has joined NCW - and he is here to claim that championship for his own!”


Jiminy: “Oh man! I can’t pick a winner!”

Braun waits as Haystacks enters the ring, before stepping nose to nose with the larger man.

JR: “For the first time in his career Strowman is the smaller man - and then some! 2 inches shorter, and… more glaringly.. 300lbs lighter!”

Jiminy: “I think this could be the problem for Braun, Jim. How on earth can he lift Haystacks up for a powerslam - or even knock him down?”

JR: “I dunno, Jiminy… but I guess… we’re about to find out!”

Announcer: “Introducing first, the challenger, standing 6 ft 11 inches tall…. weighing in at 685lbs… from London, England. He is the legendary - the ONLY…. GIIIIIAAAAAANNNNNTTTTT HAAAAYYYYYYYSTTTTTAAACKKKKKKKSSSSSS!”

Announcer: “And now, introducing the champion. From Orlando Florida, standing 6 feet 8 inches tall, weighing in at 385lbs…. The Monster Among Men - BRRRRRRRRRRRRAAAAAAAAAAAAAWWWWWWWWWWNNNNNNNNNNNNN STROWWWWWWWWWWWMANNNNNNNNNNNNN!”

The referee takes the championship from Strowman and displays it to the crowd. He hands it to the outside, calls for the bell - and this match is on!


Both men stare across the ring at each other, unmoving for a moment. Strowman suddenly smiles at Haystacks - who returns the smile! The two men stalk towards each other - and lock up!


Haystacks sheer weight pushes Strowman back two steps, but he steadies himself and forces Haystacks back to the centre. The two men keep themselves tied up and circle each other, both battling for dominance.

Strowman forces Haystacks back on step - before Haystacks gathers some force and pushes Strowman all the way into the corner!


The referee tries to force the break between the two monsters - Haystacks raises his fist and the ref runs half way across the ring in fear!

Haystacks rakes Strowman’s eyes, grabs him by the head and drives his knee into his gut!

JR: “Wow! This just got personal real fast!”

Jiminy: “It’s for the championship, JR - that always causes friction!

Braun doubles over in pain as Haystacks clubs him to one knee, backing up before looking to splash the recovering Strowman in the corner - he charges forward - Strowman moves!

Haystacks smashes into the turnbuckles as Braun has already hit the ropes, Haystacks slowly turns around - Braun ploughs him to the mat with a shoulder!


The crowd are in awe as Haystacks tries to scramble to his feet, Strowman drives a knee into the side of the giant’s head!

Haystacks stumbles from the impact, but doesn’t go down - Strowman tries to lift Haystacks for a powerslam…. Haystacks fights back with punches!

Haystacks flings Strowman against the ropes, Strowman comes back, ducks Haystacks lunging clothesline - rebounds again - and collides with a clothesline of his own!

Haystacks falls back against the ropes, looking a little loopy - Braun pushes the advantage, knees Haystacks in the stomach…



HE LIFTS HAYSTACKS OVER HIS SHOULDER! RUNNING POWERSLAM TO GIANT HAYSTACKS!

JR: “My God! My good God! That’s a 400 lb man Strowman just lifted over his shoulder!”

It seems the entire arena has been shaken from the impact. Strowman makes the cover


1 - 2 - 3!!! Strowman retains the championship!

Announcer: “Here is your winner and STILL the NCW Rising Star Champion…. Braun Strowman!”

Strowman grabs his championship from the referee and raises it in the air as the crowd cheer.

JR: “Five defences - Five! Strowman again proving his worth tonight, he looks unstoppable!”

Jiminy: “Sadly for Giant Haystacks he just met a bigger badder man!”

Haystacks is staggering to his feet in the ring behind Braun. He roughly grabs his shoulder and spins him round!

Jiminy: “Oh, fireworks!”

Haystacks surveys the champion, who stares down his beaten opponent. Haystacks nods, pats Strowman on the shoulder - and raises his hand!

JR: “What a show of respect from the legendary Haystacks, a passing of the torch if you will!”


Jiminy: “I don’t understand why these guys shake hands after matches, JR. Just makes no sense!”


JR: “How about respect, Jiminy? Braun Strowman just powerslammed Giant Haystacks. That alone deserves some measure of it!”

Strowman smirks at Haystacks, nods - and heads for the back to the cheers of the crowd.


Haystacks thanks the crowd for them cheering him, begins to exit the ring himself… and is attacked from behind by Jax Dane!


Dane clubs the weakened Haystacks on the back and whips him against the ropes - Haystacks counters with a clothesline to Dane!

Haystacks sets up a splash on Dane - and gets nailed in the back with a chair by Crimson!

JR: “Oh, come on! This is ridiculous!”

Jiminy: “The UnCorrupted are sending a message ahead of their massive match on Sunday!”

Haystacks turns around, barely affected by the chair shot - he grabs the chair and wrests it from Crimson’s hands - but turns around into a huge Spear from Dane! Haystacks goes down!


Crimson and Dane celebrate over the fallen Haystacks who is gasping for air on the mat - Crimson drags him up and sets him for the Red Sky, Dane assisting in lifting the massive man….

JR: “My God, he’s here - the legendary partner of Giant Haystacks! It’s been talked about for months!”


Jiminy: “Oh no… I thought Haystacks was making things up!”

Big Daddy comes to the stage to rapturous applause from the audience. He points at Dane and Crimson and makes a beeline for the ring - Dane and Crimson bail as Big Daddy enters!


The crowd boos the retreating villains as Big Daddy checks on Haystacks, and the two friends embrace in the ring! They then turn to face their opponents on Sunday, standing tall as Dane and Crimson back up the ramp!

JR: “This is an intensely personal match on Sunday, Dane and Crimson saw to that!”

Jiminy: “Puh-lease… these legendary giants are so over the hill! And The UnCorrupted will be the ones to finish them all off!”

Commercial Break



Backstage, Enzo is in a foul mood, ranting to Brown.

Enzo: “It’s a joke B-Dawg! That Cass screwed you AND me! I have it down though Brown. You’re gonna face Cass in a real fight! Knock his ass out!"

Brown nods, holding his jaw from where Cass laid him out earlier.

In walks Necrominus, Chairman of the NCW Board.

Necro: “What the hell are you playing at Enzo? Superstars running amok on NCW, this is not what I expected when I signed you as General Manager.”


Enzo: “I know, I know boss man. It’s that Cass – he’s outta control! I think we should fire him!”


Necro: “Fire him? You created this situation when you screwed him over two months ago! I should fire YOU! And just what are you on about, fight? This is Natural - Championship – WRESTLING! There’s no Akebonos or Big Shows here. No sumo, No MMA!”


Enzo: “No no, that was only PART of the suggestion. I was gonna add… the match between Monty and Cass – is a street fight man! No rules to hold them back!


Necro: “No. Singles match. Mano est Mano. And if you even think of getting involved, I’ll fire you faster than you can say Twitter scandal!”


Enzo: “Not an issue. I promise – I’ll even pinky swear! I have enough to worry about defending my own title against that lunatic playing dress up!”


Necro: “Hmmm. Yes. About that. What the hell were you thinking awarding yourself the new title? We talked about this after you did the same with the Tag belts. You are the General Manager dammit! But… never mind. Now that it’s done, and you agreed to it… the match goes ahead. And I have JUST the stipulation in mind.”


Enzo: “Stipulation? No, no. Normal match, like Monty’s! I beat the punk one on one… with his hands tied behind his back.”


Necrominus (frowning): “Nope, not happening. We need a match fitting for Natural Selection. A match that carries on the proud tradition of the company. In 2016, John Cena and Jeff Hardy competed in one of the greatest matches of all time with this stipulation. Then, last year, it was the ladies turn to raise the bar in the same match… albeit, with 6 opponents.

This year, it will be your turn Enzo, to carry on the NCW tradition. You will defend your Cruiserweight Championship against Hurricane Helms… in a Ladder Match!”

Enzo mouth drops open: “Um… what?”

Necro: “Very good. Don’t let me down Enzo, I’m trusting you to put on one of the great NCW matches.”

Necrominus turns and leaves before Enzo can gather himself to retort.




Commercial Break

Announcer: “Ladies and Gentlemen, please welcome – the NCW Women’s Champion…. The 9th Wonder of the World…. CHYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYNA!”

The crowd pops as the most dominant NCW Women’s Champion of all time comes to the stage, equipped with her pyro canon and the title strapped around her waist.




She fires it off high into the arena, before dropping it and heading straight for the ring, rolling in, grabbing a mic and directing the back to cut her music.

Chyna: “I’m not one for long speeches. I came here to dominate. And dominate I have done. And after Natural Selection, I will be the baddest b*tch NCW has ever seen. So whoever my challenger is, get out here. Know that you have no hope. You will simply be a bookmark as I roll through you and create the greatest reign NCW has ever seen!”

Jiminy: “A super confident Chyna out here tonight, and no wonder. No one can touch her thus far! She embarrassed the former champion, obliterated her rivals till they ran screaming into the night. I cannot think of ANYONE who can stand a chance against her.”


JR: “For once I agree, Jiminy. Chyna is simply the most dominant woman NCW has ever seen.”

The crowd pops as Chyna looks ever so slightly uneasy.

JR: “I may have spoken too soon – The Glamazon has arrived in NCW!”


Jiminy: “Glamazon-Shmamazon. Chyna will run through her like the rest.”

Beth Phoenix acknowledges the crowd and heads straight for the ring. She walks around it, surveying the champion in the ring before grabbing a mic and rolling in. Beth goes to speak – Chyna gets in her face!

Chyna: “The Glamazon, Beth Phoenix. Admittedly, I’m impressed. Your reputation proceeds you. But you know, and I know you know – you can’t beat me. No one can.”


Beth: “Chyna, with the greatest respect, get the hell out of my face!”

The crowd cheers loudly as Chyna backs up a little, smirking.

Beth: “I molded myself in your image, Chyna. I bet you didn’t know that. Women of our size – we usually get used in stupid angles… Mamacita, remember? And Glamarella of course. We never get the nod because of what we do in the ring. But that’s where the similarities end, of course. Because what you pioneered… I perfected. Royal Rumble appearance? Did it! Women’s Championship reigns up the gazoot? You bet I did it! I even had a piece of the Intercontinental Title through Santino. I helped him keep that title, time and time again. Without me – he was nothing.
And on Sunday, at Natural Selection – I end your legacy. And continue my own.”

Beth drops her mic now and steps straight into Chyna’s face.

Chyna smirks: “Perfected? You were a forgotten face on Smackdown before you left WWE for your babies. I didn’t have a piece of the Intercontinental Title. It was mine. Twice! I won it, I defended it. You helped a jobber keep his belt. So what? I am still spoken about to this day, in the most popular era of all time in professional wrestling – The Attitude Era. You? You retired to have kids. You’re embarrassing yourself here Beth, and on Sunday – I’ll embarrass you even more.”

Chyna now drops her mic and both stars go nose to nose in the centre of the ring.

JR: “The tension is palpable here, it could overflow at any moment!”


Jiminy: “Chyna told Beth exactly what we all think of her. Beth has no hope on Sunday!”

Commercial Break



The ring is set up with a table and usual chairs for the contract signing. Necrominus is in the ring.

Necro: “Ladies and Gentlemen, it is now time for the first EVER encounter - between The Animal - Batista…. and the NCW Heavyweight Champion - The Ultimate Warrior!”

The crowd cheers loudly.

Necro continues: “Here in this very ring tonight, they will come face to face - and sign the contract that will set up a match at Natural Selection - the pinnacle in Sports Entertainment!


And now… allow me to introduce… first - the man who will challenge for the NCW Heavyweight Championship at Natural Selection… from Washington DC, weighing in at 290lbs -

he is a Hollywood A-Lister, a 2 time Royal Rumble winner, a 4 time Tag Team Champion… and a 6 time Heavyweight Champion. I present to you…. THE ANIMAL… BAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAATIIIIISSSSSSSSTAAAAAAAA!”

The crowd come unglued as Batista comes to the stage, a wry smirk on his face. Dressed in jeans, a sleeveless shirt and sunglasses, he barely acknowledges the crowd as he sets off his pyros and makes his way to the ring.

JR: “An… interesting entrance from Batista, the number 1 draft signing for NCW in 2018.”


Jiminy: “Can you blame him Jim? These fickle fans turned on him last time he was in a wrestling ring, booed him out of the building!”


JR: “There’s a little more to it than that now Jiminy….”

Batista enters the ring and poses on the ropes, before pulling out one of the chairs, sitting down and placing his feet on the table.

Necrominus: “And now…. introducing his opponent. From Parts Unknown.. weighing in at 280lbs -

he is a 2 time Intercontinental Champion, a former WWE Champion, and the reigning, defending, undisputed NCW Heavyweight Champion… Please welcome… The ULLLLLLLTIMMMMMMATTTTTTTEE WARRRRRRRRIIIIOOOORRRRRRR!”

The crowd explode as Warrior bursts through the curtains and onto the stage, barely stopping as the all action champion sprints for the ring! He is dressed in his traditional get up, with the title wrapped around his waist.

JR: “What a reaction for our champion, it is deafening in here! Warrior has been on a tear ever since he dethroned the longest reigning champion in NCW history, and has looked unstoppable!”


Jiminy: “Yeah… that’s until he meets a real man - Batista has this.”

Warrior enters the ring and also poses on the ropes as Batista looks bored sitting at the table.


Necrominus waits for the crowd’s cheering to die down a little before speaking again.

Necro: “Well, here we are. A once in a lifetime meeting, and a clash for gold. Two superstars with very different rises to the pinnacle of our industry, but with much the same result. We can sign the contract momentarily, gentlemen… but first, would you like to address each other?”

Necrominus steps back as Warrior stares down at Batista, who is lazily bouncing a mic off his chest. Batista smirks at the champion, before raising the mic.

Batista: “Let that bitch speak first.”

The crowd gasps as Warrior looks oddly at his challenger. Warrior is handed a mic by Necrominus.

Warrior: “I have travelled the seventeen galaxies to arrive here, guided by all the little warriors out here tonight (cheers). Every heart beats as one, for the power and will of the Warrior is unbeatable!

And when you gaze into the eyes of the Warrior, knowing he has passed through Neptune, through Saturn, through Venus, through the entire solar system and beyond with only one thought on his mind. The Ultimate Warrior will reign above all as Champion of the Universe!

One day there will be a man to take the Warrior’s crown - but there is no man in this ring - there is only a wild animal!

An animal can be tamed, can be controlled through the will of the Warrior, and all the little Warriors. And thus. The Ultimate Warrior has spoken, and will do battle on Sunday at Natural Selection - and there along with all of the warriors on the planet we will sail to yet new heights, new odysseys, and we will tame the savage beast together.


Warrior will live on! (Snorts)”

The crowd are going wild as Warrior drops the mic.


Batista however, is smirking. He now stands.

Batista: “I see some time in the wilderness hasn’t changed you. Look at you, babbling on about all this nonsense that no one understands.


And these (gesturing to the crowd) IDIOTS lap it up like they understand every word! (Boos) You’re a joke. Chump change from an era of dinosaurs.


But. I idolised you. As a younger man, I wanted to get into professional wrestling to be like you. Become what you were…. as I said - WERE.

I soon realised that becomng you would be ridiculous. Cos, look at you, with your stupid facepaint and your flowy tassles - you ain’t a star. You are a CLOWN.


I am the star. I am the main event. I am the number 1 draft pick of this brand. Not you, not anyone else but Dave Bautista. You heard the accolades. 6 time champion, 4 time tag champ. You are nothing compared to me.

An inkblot at a WrestleMania event is all you ever have been.

You could have been ‘the’ guy. But you pissed it all away, and now you come back for one last moment in MY spotlight.

At Natural Selection, Batista breaks the Warrior, and all his little warrior fans in half! Now, sign the damn contract, and I’ll close this out for you Jim.”

Batista flips open the contract, signs it and gestures for Warrior to do the same.

Warrior’s muscles are bulging with anger, he steps forward, looks at Batista, and signs the contract! The match is official!


Batista shoves the table out of the way as Warrior throws a chair from the ring.
Both men square up to each other in the centre………

*BRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWNNNNNNNN!*

JR: “Oh. My. God. Is this the moment?”


Jiminy: “Crikey… no way!”

Braun Strowman, the NCW Rising Star Champion stalks towards the ring as the crowd go nuts.



He enters the ring with purpose, stepping over the top rope as Necrominus looks dumbfounded.


Braun takes the Rising Star Championship from his waist, stares at Warrior and Batista - smiles - then hands the championship to Necrominus…..



BEFORE POINTING AT THE NATURAL SELECTION SIGN!

JR: “He’s doing it, Bah Gawd he’s doing it! Braun Strowman has just cashed in his Rising Star Championship!”


Jiminy: “And his shot will be in the main event at Natural Selection… What have we just witnessed!”

Braun stalks to the centre of the ring where both Batista and Warrior look incredibly uneasy. The hulking Monster Among Men towers over both men, and smiles. He points to the sign again, and simply leaves as his music plays one more time.

JR: “So it will be The Ultimate Warrior VS Batista…. VS Braun Strowman for the NCW Heavyweight Championship at Natural Selection! I cannot believe this is happening!”


Jiminy: “Well believe it JR! The contract is already signed, Braun just added his guaranteed title shot to the equation!”

Braun backs up the ramp, laughing as Warrior stares at him from the ring. Warrior turns around to face Batista….

SPEAR!! SPEAR TO THE ULTIMATE WARRIOR!!!


Warrior is planted to the mat by Batista who now shakes the ropes in typical Warrior fashion as the crowd boo him feverishly.

JR: “Oh come on! This isn’t right!”


Jiminy: “Opportunity strikes for the Animal, and now he proves to the world how he will crush Warrior!”

Batista smiles at the baying crowd…


THUMBS UP
THUMBS….


WARRIOR IS UP!

Jiminy: “What?”

Batista stares in shock at Warrior who runs at Batista - cleaning his clock with a huge Lariat! Batista hits the mat hard!


Warrior now starts to shake the ropes as Batista desperately struggles to get to his feet -

Warrior turns around and goes for the splash - Batista rolls out of the ring!


The crowd boo as Warrior stands in the ring and Batista is on the outside, clutching his neck.

JR: “The power of the Warrior overcame the Animal tonight!”

Jiminy: “Nah, Batista was just warming up!”

Warrior takes the title from his waist and poses on the ropes as Batista looks on from the floor.


The show closes with a grinning Braun Strowman watching the proceedings from the stage.

END SHOW

NCW Natural Selection 3 Finalised PPV Card:

Braun Strowman VS Batista VS The Ultimate Warrior (C) - Triple Threat Match for the NCW Heavyweight Championship.
Authors Of Pain(C) VS Bludgeon Brothers - NCW Tag Team Championship
Chyna (C) VS Beth Phoenix - NCW Women’s Championship
Big Cass VS Monty Brown
Enzo (C) VS Hurricane - Ladder Match for the NCW Cruiserweight Championship
Antonio Inoki VS Lou Thesz - Retirement Iron Man Match
Giant Haystacks & Big Daddy VS Veterans of War

Necro

NCW Natural Selection III:

Pyros flash and the crowd roars as we go live to the arena for Natural Selection, the pinnacle of the NCW calendar year!

JR: “Welcome one and all to NCW – Natural Selection III! On behalf of NCW, I, Good ol’ JR along with Jiminy Billy-Bob are delighted to be here with you all!”

Jiminy: “Kiss-ass! What a night is in store folks! Championships will be defended, blood, sweat and tears will be shed inside this ring in one of the most historic nights in NCW history!”

JR: “And let’s just quickly run down the card for those at home, we don’t want to keep you all from the action for too long! First up a very personal rivalry will come to a head tonight – Big Cass will look to gain a measure of retribution on Monty Brown for taking him out a couple of months ago!”

Jiminy: “I dunno why Big Cass is so upset, it was just business! But interestingly, more incentive has been added to this match – it will now be for the NCW Rising Star Championship!”

JR: “Oh, I dunno Jiminy… costing a man several months of his career seems pretty damn personal to me! And for the Rising Star Championship, this is gonna be a blockbuster!”

Jiminy: “We’ve also got not one, but TWO gargantuan tag team match ups – the first quite literally! Giant Haystacks and long-time friend Big Daddy face the duo, members of The UnCorrupted… Jax Dane and Crimson.”

JR: “Another match that has kicked up a notch since Tuesday, Jiminy – for weeks Haystacks had told us all Big Daddy would be here for Natural Selection – and he wasn’t telling us porkies! Big Daddy came to his aid after a brutal beatdown by Dane and Crimson!”

Jiminy: “Legends and behemoths, it seems that’s all we have this year! The second tag team match is for the NCW Tag Team Championships… and this one will not be for the faint hearted, folks.”

JR: “You can say that again! The dominance of The Authors of Pain will surely be put to the test by Erick Rowan and Luke Harper – the appropriately named…. Bludgeon Brothers.”

Jiminy: “I know I generally root for one side or the other, but I genuinely cannot pick a winner here!” And if that’s not enough to whet your appetite – Chyna, the most dominant female some say of all time, comes up against Beth Phoenix tonight for the NCW Women’s Championship.”

JR: “Beth was dominant in her day as well, I for one can’t wait for this one! Moving further up the card, we see our General Manager finally have to get his hands dirty when he defends his self-awarded Cruiserweight Championship against everybody’s favourite superhero, Hurricane Helms… in a LADDER match!”

Jiminy: “He’s not my favourite, Jim. I think this is an abuse of power by our Chairman of the Board, that dastardly Necrominus. I always knew he was a bad ‘un.”

JR: “You keep saying that, Jiminy – someday it might actually be true. And that’s not all… one of the most personal encounters in NCW history is also on the card tonight. One that will wind up being the final match for one of these legends. Lou Thesz VS Antonio Inoki… in an Iron Man Retirement Match!”
Jiminy: “60 minutes of pain awaits both men – and agony at the end for one man! I can’t wait!”

JR: “You’re a cruel man, Jiminy. And that leads in to our main event. A rocket buster of a match if there ever was one. The Ultimate Warrior will defend his NCW Heavyweight Championship… in a Triple Threat Match.”

Jiminy: “Yeah, this was initially a one on one match, where the true star of NCW – Batista was set to take on Warrior. That alone is a WrestleMania worthy Main Event!”

JR: “Agreed! But after the contracts were signed on Tuesday night, Braun Strowman announced his presence – cashing in his Rising Star Championship for a shot at the most prestigious belt in NCW!”

Jiminy: “It’s not how I would have cashed in the belt… but after 5 gruelling defences, Strowman can name his match, and he did so! Booking his ticket to the main event of Natural Selection in the process.”

JR: “And there’s our run-down – now let’s watch it play out!”

Announcer: “The following contest is schedule for one fall – and is NOW for the NCW… Rising Star Championship!”

The crowd erupts as Big Cass comes to the stage, looking incredibly focused.

JR: “And we’re gonna kick off with a massive match folks, Big Cass looking great following his injury lay off!”

Jiminy: “Great… but not great enough to stop Monty Brown, the ever present on NCW.”

Cass makes his way to the ring, high fiving some of the fans before stepping over the top rope. He raises his arms in the air as the fans cheer loudly.

Then he turns and with a lazer focus looks at the entrance way for his opponent.

The crowd boo loudly as Brown makes his way out. He flips off the fans as he heads down the ramp, mouthing off at Cass in the ring.

Jiminy: “Such disrespect for a veteran of NCW, Jim. This guy has been here since the beginning and he still can’t get any love!”

JR: “Is it any wonder, Jiminy? He tied his cart to the Brotherhood, turned on his long-time friend and ended his NCW career last year, and now pops back up as bodyguard to Enzo! The fans are entitled to dislike him!”

Brown enters the ring and steps straight into Cass’s face.

Cass answers with a right hand and this match is on!

Jiminy: “What? No title announcements? Cass should be disqualified!”

The Beginning:

Cass backs Brown up into the corner with right hands, Brown looking stunned from the early onslaught.

He grabs the ropes as the referee gets in between the men to force the break – Brown kicks out at Cass’s bad knee!

Cass grabs it in pain as Brown smirks and levels Cass with a clothesline!

JR: “Ah come on! A cheap shot from Brown!”

Jiminy: “Countering a cheap shot from Cass, you’re very biased you know Jim.”

Brown dives down and hits an elbow drop on Cass’s knee. He gets to his feet and slams the same knee off the canvas twice!

Brown then rolls to the outside, drags Cass by the legs to the ring post – and slams Cass’s bad knee off it twice!

Cass rolls around in agony as Brown smirks at the referee who is gesturing at him.



The Middle:


Brown continues to work on Cass’s knee throughout the match, every time Cass tries to get some momentum, Brown kicks out at, or chop blocks the knee.

Cass can barely stand at this point as Brown stands over him laughing.

JR: “This is a joke. Brown is deliberately trying to re injure that knee, and it looks like it may have worked!”

Jiminy: “What you call a joke, I call fantastic tactics! There’ll be no boot in Brown’s face if Cass can’t walk!”

Brown now stalks Cass who is trying to get to his feet using the ropes.

Cass hobbles around, Brown boots him in the stomach looking for the Alpha Bomb – Cass fights out with punches – but lands hard on the knee and stumbles – Brown hits the ropes… POUNCE! POUNCE TO BIG CASS!

Cass crashes to the mat, but the momentum of the Pounce sends him rolling to the floor.

Brown tries to grab him as he falls out of the ring but is too slow.

Jiminy: “No! Brown has the match! He had it there!”

JR: “When you say he has the match, I say it’s clever from Cass!”

Jiminy: “I hate you sometimes, Jim. I really do.”

Brown looks down at Cass in anger. He rolls to the outside and tries to haul Cass up and put him back in the ring – Cass is dead weight!

Brown struggles with the bigger man, trying to throw him back into the ring. He manages to drag Cass to his knees and he lays prone holding the ring apron.

Brown suddenly smirks. He backs up and takes aim at Cass who is starting to move… Brown charges forward looking for a second Pounce…

CASS MOVES!

He uses Brown’s momentum, whips him forward – Monty Brown collides head first with the ring post! Brown is out!


Cass tries to stand but his knee gives him trouble again, he collapses back in a sitting position against the guard rail as Brown lies motionless on the floor.

The referee halts the count, leaves the ring and starts motioning to the back for medical staff as he checks on Brown.




The End:


Cass has managed to roll back into the ring and is holding the ropes to stand as the medical staff help Brown to his feet.

A stretcher is at ring side and they try to put Brown on it.

Brown’s eyes are glassy, but he shakes his head! He staggers back into the ring, ready to face Cass who gets a burst of energy, charges forward –


BIG BOOT FROM CASS TO BROWN!


Cass collapses onto the mat, screaming in pain at the effort required from his knee. Brown looks completely and utterly motionless on the canvas.

Cass squirms across the ring and drapes an arm across the unconscious Brown…


1
2
3!! Cass has done it!

Announcer: “Here is your winner… and the NEEEEEWWWWW NCW Rising Star Champion… BIGGGGGG CASSSSSSSSSSSS!”

The crowd cheer loudly as Cass struggles to his feet, still showing the ill effects of the injured knee.

The referee hands him the championship, and he limps to the ropes before raising it high in the air for the fans.

Brown meanwhile is rolled from the ring and placed on a stretcher, still motionless.

Jiminy: “No! Brown had this match! One mistake and now the opportunity is gone!”

JR: “He risked it all to try and end Big Cass. Unfortunately it didn’t pay off and Cass is the champion!”

Why I booked it this way: Cass had to get his revenge, but I wanted to make my NCW mainstay look strong even in defeat. Plenty of scope here for a rematch and Cass has the Rising Star belt to push him upwards into the Heavyweight Title picture after a slow build as well.

Backstage, Batista is seen entering the arena, a scowl on his face. He ignores all people he passes, making a beeline for the Chairman’s office.



He doesn’t even knock, nearly ripping the door off its hinges and stepping within.


Inside, a game of Dungeons and Dragons is ongoing.



Necrominus, dressed as a dwarf sits around a table with a stuffed Tigger toy, The Berzerker John Nord, a man in a warrior outfit with ‘Sk’ initialled on the the side of his armour, a person in full plate armour the other side playing a Banjo, and the dungeon master, face hooded with a Four emblazoned on it.


The Berzerker and Necrominus are having a blazing row over his character in the game.

Necro: “There is no Viking Class John. Pick Fighter and use a backstory!”

Berserker: “No way! You always do this! The story always has to be about you! I quit!”

The Berserker flips the table in anger and storms out of the room.


Batista looks around in stunned silence.

Batista: “What the hell is this? What kind of two bit promotion did I sign for? I was promised a title match, and again I get screwed over!”

Necro: “What do you mean? You got your match! I have no control over what Strowman decides to do with a title shot he earned!”

Batista: “I could beat the Warrior with a hand tied behind my back – but now I might not even be involved in a decision that costs me my opportunity. I swear, Necrominus. If I get screwed – there’s going to be hell to pay for you! My lawyers will shut this company down!”

Batista storms out of the room as the others help Necrominus to set the table up again.

Necro: “Now, where were we? Oh yes… I cast…”

The cameras cut back to the arena.

The crowd roar their approval as the giants come to the ring, bumping fists on the entrance way and entering.

Jiminy: “A very physical match up next folks – even I don’t know how Dane and Crimson compete with the sheer mass of humanity they face!”

JR: “Revenge is a dish best served squashed in my opinion, Jiminy – Dane and Crimson about to get what’s coming to them!”

Dane and Crimson are out next, and tentatively make their way to the ring.
The two big men are obviously wary of the giants that are staring angrily at them from the ring.

Both men roll into the ring and the referee looks like a gnat standing between the four physical specimens.

JR: “I sincerely hope the referee doesn’t plan to do anything here but count a fall or call for a submission… all four men look like they could eat him for breakfast!”

Jiminy: “And crap him out for dinner! I’ve got a bad feeling about this one, JR…”

Big Daddy backs off and takes his place on the apron whilst Crimson does the same.

Haystacks stares down at Dane as the referee calls for the bell to start the match!


The Beginning:

Dane challenges Haystacks to a test of strength – the giant smirks at him and goes to lock up – Dane tries to kick out at Haystacks, who grabs his leg and and flings him across the ring!

Dane looks up in shock as Haystacks advances, shaking his head and smiling.

Dane tries to kick out at Haystacks again – Haystacks moves and stands on Dane’s leg!

Dane roars in pain and grabs the ropes as the referee nicely asks Haystacks to remove the pressure on Dane’s leg.

Jiminy: “Come on! That’s not a wrestling move! Haystacks could break Dane’s leg!”

Haystacks backs up as Dane clutches his leg in agony. Haystacks advances – Dane rolls under a clothesline and tags in a bewildered Crimson!

JR: “I think the UnCorrupted have bitten off more than they can chew here tonight!”

The Middle:


Haystacks continues to dominate both men, as Big Daddy cheers him on from the apron. Dane is back in the ring now, and gets levelled with a huge clothesline from the giant.

Haystacks backs up, looking for the splash – Crimson grabs his leg on the outside!


Haystacks easily shakes off Crimson and runs forward for the splash – Dane moves!

Haystacks crashes into the mat with the force shaking the reinforced ring.

Dane stumbles to his feet and stalks Haystacks –

SPEAR! SPEAR TO HAYSTACKS!


Dane makes the cover…


1 – Haystacks powers out!

Jiminy: “What? Dane hit Haystacks with the force of two trucks colliding and he kicks out at 1?”

JR: “Haystacks is a beast!”

Dane looks at the referee in shock and dives for another cover – Haystacks tosses him off before the referee can even count once!


Dane rolls away and tags in Crimson as Haystacks is getting to his feet, Crimson runs across the ring and levels Haystacks with a big boot!

He ascends the ropes – elbow drop to the heart of Giant Haystacks!

Crimson now makes the cover as Big Daddy tries to enter the ring


1 – 2 – Haystacks throws Crimson off him with force!




The End:



Crimson and Dane stare at each other, shaking their heads.

Dane re enters the ring despite the referee’s protestations and the two men stalk Haystacks –

Crimson and Dane try to lift Haystacks for the Red Sky… Haystacks shoves both men off!


Dane and Crimson run at Haystacks, who blasts both men with a double clothesline!

The fans are in awe of the power of Haystacks, who looks to his friend – he tags Big Daddy in!

Big Daddy stalks Crimson as Dane struggles back to his feet – Haystacks goes to cut him off –




BIG DADDY SMASHES INTO HAYSTACKS FROM BEHIND!

JR: “What? What is he doing?”

Haystacks staggers forwards as Big Daddy clubs on him – Haystacks turns and shoves Big Daddy off him


Haystacks: “What ya doin, Shirley?”


Big Daddy smirks as there is no time for reply as Dane crashes into Haystacks with a second Spear!

Haystacks falls to the mat as the referee is about to call for the bell – Big Daddy grabs the referee’s arm!


Big Daddy: “You ring that bell and I’ll wring your neck, you blighter!”


The referee, terrified nods and Big Daddy lets him go.


He backs up and hits a Daddy Splash…


And a second…


AND A THIRD!


The three men drag Haystacks to his corner where Big Daddy puts the tag rope in his hand and tags Haystacks back into the match.

Then the three men haul the motionless man to his feet, Crimson sets him as Big Daddy and Dane assist…


Red Sky to Haystacks!


Crimson makes the cover as Dane piles on and Big Daddy threatens the referee…



1
2
3!!!

JR: “This is a robbery. Why Big Daddy Why?”


Jiminy: “There’s always an ace in the hole for the UnCorrupted – I should have known!”

The crowd boo the three men angrily as they stand tall over the fallen Haystacks.

Big Daddy shakes hands with Dane and Crimson and the three celebrate again before going to leave.


Haystacks tries to stir in the ring as the men head up the ramp.

Big Daddy turns back and sees Haystacks moving –


he runs back to the ring and hits a fourth Daddy Splash!


Haystacks lies motionless on the mat as Big Daddy puts his foot on his former friend and beats his chest.

JR: “There’ll be hell to pay for Big Daddy when Haystacks recovers. This is only the beginning!”


Jiminy: “Haystacks might as well leave NCW, he can’t hope to stand up to the UnCorrupted!”

Why I booked it this way: Haystacks and Big Daddy were a famous tag team in the UK, and I decided to give nostalgia one last ride. Big Daddy turning on Haystacks makes this a bigger deal, given the four involved than it probably should be and plenty of opportunities going forward for Haystacks to feud with Big Daddy. Dane and Crimson get a huge win and establish themselves as a credible team in the tag division as well.

Backstage, NCW’s newest announcer, Stephanie King is standing by.

Stephanie: “My guest at this time… the former Rising Star Champion, who cashed in the title for a main event match here tonight for the NCW Heavyweight Championship… Braun Strowman.”

The crowd pops as the Monster Among Men towers over the interviewer.

Braun: “I heard him talking earlier. Batista. The Hollywood phony. All he does is cry. Well I’ll make him cry tonight when I leave him broken and battered in MY ring. And as for the champion… (laughs) Warriors don’t stand up to Monsters. Warriors get CRUSHED by Monsters. I earned my shot. I will NOT waste it. I will be… the CHAMPION…. Among Men.”

Braun goes to leave but notices two men watching him – Luke Harper and Erick Rowan!


The three exchange a glance as Strowman stares at them briefly and walks off. Stephanie runs the other direction as the Bludgeon Brothers stare into the camera.

Announcer: “The following contest – is a Ladder Match! (crowd pops) And is for – the NCW Cruiserweight Championship!”

JR: “Here we go, Enzo about to get his just desserts!”


Jiminy: “Don’t be so sure, Enzo has Hurricane scouted – I’m sure of it!”

Announcer: “Introducing the Challenger, weighing in at 215lbs – Hurricane Helms!”

The crowd cheer loudly as Hurricane comes to the stage in typical fashion.


They cheer even louder when Hurricane leaps into the air and flies to the ring!

JR: “Wow! Hurricane IS a superhero! This is amazing!”

Jiminy: “Ah come on, I can see the damn cables attached – this is too far!”

JR: “Where’s your sense of fun, Jiminy – suspension of reality? You always were a spoilsport!”

Jiminy: “……”

Hurricane takes off his cloak in the ring and does his trademark pose as the crowd chant his name.

He points at the Cruiserweight Championship suspended above the ring for another loud cheer.

Announcer: “And now, introducing the champion. He is also the General Manager of NCW – weighing in at 200lbs… Enzo Amore!”

Enzo comes to the stage and the arena erupts in boos. He has a mic in hand.

Enzo: “Cut my music. Cut it! My name is…”

The boos are so loud they nearly drown out Enzo speaking.

Enzo: “Shut up! I will be heard! MY NAME IS ENZO AMORE – AND I AM A CERTIFIED G AND YOUR GM – And you Can’t Teach That!”

Crowd: “Hurricane! Hurricane!”

Enzo: “I’ll get to the costumed freak in a minute. And that over the ring – is My Cruiserweight Championship… and you Can’t Teach That!


Bada Boom, realest GM in the room – How You Doin?”

Crowd: “Shut the F up! Shut the F up!”

Enzo: “You’re all nothing’ but hatas!
Hatas everywhere I look!
(He points to the side) Hatas!
(To the other side) Hatas!
(To the kids in the front rows) Hatas!
(And finally to Hurricane) And you… you ain’t a hata… You’re a joke!”

Hurricane leaves the ring at this point to cheers and runs up the ramp after Enzo! Enzo backs up.

Enzo: “Woah! This match is in the ring – get back in there!”

Hurricane shakes his head and advances – Enzo tries to hit Hurricane with the mic again – Hurricane ducks and takes Enzo down!


The crowd erupt as Hurricane pounds on Enzo on the ramp – Enzo slips out and runs down to ringside – Hurricane flips up and gives chase!


The Beginning:




Enzo runs around the ring and tries to slide underneath it.

Hurricane catches up and grabs Enzo by the legs, pulling him back out – Enzo brings a chair with him, and swings with hard – connecting with the top of Hurricane’s head!

The crowd boo as Hurricane falls to the ground, dazed by the force of the chair shot. Enzo climbs to his feet, and drives the chair into Hurricane’s gut!

Enzo tosses the chair to one side, and searches under the ring, pulling out a ladder.

He throws it into the ring and stomps on Hurricane a few times before climbing in himself.

Jiminy: “I told you, JR. Superheroes don’t exist… well, apart from Enzo of course.”

JR: “Another sneaky act from our GM – but what do we expect these days!”

Enzo sets up the ladder as Hurricane tries to get to his feet.

Enzo notices and hits a baseball slide, sending Hurricane flying backwards into announce table.

He shakes his head and exits the ring again, again looking under the ring. This time he pulls out a table!

JR: “What is he doing with that? This isn’t a TLC match?”

Jiminy: “As you tell me all the time – there are no rules here. The GM does whatever he damn well wants!”

Enzo sets up the table at the ring apron.

He stomps on Hurricane another couple of times, before hauling him up and setting him for a suplex –


Hurricane counters! Suplex onto the announce table!

Enzo bounces off the table and falls onto the floor as Hurricane staggers towards the ring!

JR: “Uh oh, Enzo’s plan backfired!”

Jiminy: “Now that can’t be legal – is Enzo ok?”

The Middle:



Hurricane rolls into the ring and looks down at Enzo who is writhing in pain on the floor.

Hurricane points to the championship and begins to climb as the crowd cheer loudly!

JR: “This is it – Hurricane has it!”

Jiminy: “Come on Enzo, get up!”

Hurricane climbs the ladder slowly, wincing at the pain in his back.

Enzo crawls back into the ring and hauls himself up using the ropes – he runs over as Hurricane is about to grasp the title, climbs up a few rungs and delivers a low blow!

JR: “NO! Ah come on, even you can’t support that!”

Jiminy: “Brilliant, absolutely brilliant by Enzo!”

Hurricane slumps on the ladder, clutching his nether regions as Enzo places Hurricane on his shoulders… he falls backwards off the ladder –


ELECTRIC CHAIR DROP OFF THE LADDER!


Both men crash to the mat, Hurricane absorbing most of the damage.




The End:




Enzo begins to stir, and again using the ropes gets to his feet.

He smirks at Hurricane who has still not moved on the mat.

The crowd boo Enzo as he climbs the ladder facing the fallen Hurricane, and stops at the top to wave goodbye to the superhero!

Jiminy: “Yes! Enzo is the real hero! Buh-bye Hurri-joke!”

JR: “You really are a douche, you know that Jiminy?”

Enzo begins to unstrap the championship… Hurricane pops up!

The crowd cheer wildly as Hurricane tears up the ladder – and hits Enzo with a forearm!

Jiminy: “Wait, no – that’s not in the script…”

Enzo staggers backwards and nearly falls, he tries to return a punch towards Hurricane – who catches his arm and shakes his head.

Hurricane sets Enzo –



EYE OF THE HURRICANE FROM THE TOP OF THE LADDER!!!

JR: “My God! Hurricane putting life and limb on the line to stop Enzo here!”

Jiminy: “That’s assault! Someone call the cops!”

Both men lie motionless on the mat as the crowd chant:



“This is Awesome! This is Awesome!”



Eventually, Hurricane begins to stir and rolls towards the ropes. He begins to slowly pull himself to his feet…. Enzo is stirring!

Enzo and Hurricane get to their feet at the same time!


Both men exchange blows that nearly knock each other down…


Crowd: “Boo! Yeah! Boo! Yeah!”


Enzo knees Hurricane in the gut suddenly, and spies the table below them – he steps out onto the apron again looking for the suplex…


HURRICANE COUNTERS – GOOZLE!


Hurricane smiles as Enzo shakes his head at the superhero….



CHOKESLAM THROUGH THE TABLE!!!



The crowd roar with excitement as Enzo crashes through the table to the floor, lying in a broken mess there.

JR: “This is it – Enzo has been slain!”

Jiminy: “No… someone get the medics! Poor Enzo…”

Hurricane turns, half falling as he heads for the ladder.

He drags himself up, rung by rung to the top.

Finally he reaches up, and with a final look back over his shoulder at the motionless Enzo –

Unstraps the Title!

The bell sounds as Hurricane’s music plays.

Announcer: “Here is your winner, and the NEWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW NCW CRUISERWEIGHT CHAMPION…. THE HURRRRRRRIIIIIIICCCCCCCCCANNNNNNE!”

The crowd are cheering with joy as an exhausted Hurricane holds the title high above his head atop the ladder.

JR: “You were saying about superheroes, Jiminy?”


Jiminy: “This is a travesty!”

Why I booked it this way: I wanted Enzo (Enzopicus) as a dastardly sneaky heel GM, and needed someone not so gigantic to take him down a peg or two. Hurricane was perfect for the role. Enzo still looks relatively strong in defeat, and we can all expect a world of hurt for Hurricane as retribution as Enzo exacts revenge from his position of power.

Backstage, Stephanie is with Beth Phoenix.

Stephanie: “Ladies and Gentlemen, the challenger for the NCW Women’s Championship… Beth Phoenix!
Beth, how are you planning on combatting the thus far unstoppable force of Chyna here in NCW?”

Beth looks at Stephanie with anger: “What do you mean? Chyna has faced has-beens and never-were’s in NCW thus far. Her only competition so far was leaving the company and unprepared. I am neither leaving the company, a has-been, or a never-was. I am a legit Hall of Famer, dominant in my own era like none other.

Tonight Chyna comes face to face with the Glamazon. She wants to make glib comments about me deciding to have a family?
How about her life choices to stick as things in as many holes as possible?

I am a woman of integrity, and I am happy with my decision to leave wrestling behind. But now I’m back.

And Chyna – you stand in my way.

Tonight you feel the full force of the Glamazon… and to quote my husband for a moment – it will be Rated R.”

Beth Phoenix walks off screen.

Announcer: “The following tag team contest – is for the NCW Tag Team Championships!”

The crowd cheer as Erick Rowan and Luke Harper come to the stage, and begin to stalk towards the ring.

JR: “Whatever came before this, nothing compares to the hard hitting war this is going to be!”

Jiminy: “Bludgeon Brothers and Authors of Pain in the same ring, at the same time. One guarantee – this will be epic!”

Harper and Rowan stare vacantly at the stage as they await their opponents.

The crowd boo the arrival of Paul Ellering and his charges, Akam and Rezar.

JR: “Interesting reaction here for The Authors of Pain – I can’t help but think it’s down to their spokesperson.”

Jiminy: “Nonsense, Jim! Paul Ellering is a man of integrity, why would they boo him? Shame on these fans!”

Akam and Rezar head straight for the ring, enter and step straight into Rowan and Harper’s faces.

JR: “Not an ounce of fear or backing down from the young champions, this truly is a sight!”

Jiminy: “Both are former NXT Tag Team Champions, dominant in their own right. The Authors of Pain have owned the Tag Division here in NCW since their arrival – but this surely is their greatest test yet.”

The referee holds the titles up for both teams to see, but neither team break their gaze on the other.

The crowd pop a little as Necrominus, Chairman of NCW comes to the stage!

Jiminy: “What the heck does this guy want? And look, he’s still dressed as a dwarf!”

There is a mini “Dungeons & Dragons” chant directed at Necrominus as he speaks:

Necro: “This match is truly a hard hitting contest… and I see no reason to limit it by one man from each team in the ring. Ladies and Gentlemen, this match will now be…


A Tornado Tag Team match!

The crowd roars its approval as Necro leaves the stage. In the ring, both teams are smiling and nodding at one another!

Ellering looks a little apprehensive on the outside however.

JR: “Oh Yes! What a decision by Necro! This match just got more physical if that’s even possible!”

Jiminy: “Damn Necro wanting to hog the spotlight. He could have at least changed his attire!”

The referee hands the titles to the outside – and calls for the bell – this match is on!



The Beginning:



Akam and Rezar.

Harper and Rowan.

Both teams stand across from each other almost as if in a trance even after the bell rings.

Suddenly it seems to slowly break – and all four men begin trading blows in the centre of the ring!


The crowd cheer for all four men as none of the four back down, going blow for blow with each other.

Finally Rezar starts to back Rowan up towards the corner – Harper meanwhile whips Akam against the ropes and he comes back both men collide shoulder to shoulder!

Neither man moves an inch!


Rowan is in the corner now, but counters Rezar’s assault with an elbow to the temple, Rezar staggers a bit, seeing stars – Rowan whips him over the ropes to the floor!

He runs across the ring and nails Akam in the back of the head – Harper catches him and delivers a flapjack!

Akam rolls out of the ring on the other side as both of the Authors of Pain are now on the outside.

The Bludgeon Brothers stand tall as Akam and Rezar look a little frustrated!

Rowan and Harper don’t rest long however, both men leave the ring after the AOP in different directions.

Harper bounces off the ropes, running towards Akam – and dives through the middle rope taking the himself and Akam to the floor!

Rowan leaves via the other side, but Rezar grabs his leg and pulls it from under him. Rowan bounces off the apron and falls to the floor.

Rezar runs around the other side as Harper is getting to his feet – Rezar runs up the steps, and dives at Harper, taking him to the floor with a clothesline!

Rezar now helps Akam to his feet and both men roll into the ring as Harper and Rowan are climbing to their feet on the outside –

The fans cheer as now the roles are reversed with AOP staring at the challengers on the outside from the ring!




The Middle:



Both teams have continued their war for quite a while now.

With games of one upsmanship aside, Rezar and Akam have managed to take Harper down on the outside and are now focusing a two on one attack on Rowan in the ring.

Rowan is staggering to his feet as AOP are poised for their finisher…


LAST… NO!

Harper pulls Akam from the ring and whips him into the steps!

Rezar tries to follow up – Rowan pulls him back – Harper rolls in the ring –


Superkick from Harper! Full Nelson slam by Rowan!


Harper drops for the cover…


1
2
NO! Rezar just kicks out!


Both Bludgeon Brothers get to their feet and set Rezar for The Bludgeoning to finish the match –

Akam rolls back in and breaks it up!


Simultaenously, both AOP boot Rowan and Harper in the stomach and hoist them high – bouncing either man off each other


SUPER COLLIDOR! IT CONNECTS!



The champs drop down for stereo covers…



1
2
NO! Both Harper and Rowan JUST kick out!





The End:




Akam and Rezar slap the mat in frustration.

They kick Rowan from the ring and await Harper getting to his feet, setting him for The Last Chapter…


Harper ducks and Rezar hits Akam with the Lariat!


Rezar stares down in shock at Akam as Harper climbs to his feet and Rowan rolls back in –

Rowan catches Rezar as Harper sets him –


THE BLUDGEONING!


Harper with the cover from the sitout powerbomb…
1
2
3!!! NEW CHAMPIONS!

JR: “They are mortal! The Authors of Pain have been beaten!”

Jiminy: “Oh man… Rezar made a big error there and Harper and Rowan made him pay dearly!”

Announcer: “Here are your winners…. And the NEWWWWWWWWWWW NCW TAG TEAM CHAMPIONS…. Erick Rowan and Luke Harper – The Bludgeon Brothers!”

The crowd are on their feet after an amazingly hard hitting contest. Harper and Rowan hold their titles aloft as Akam and Rezar are helped from the ring by Ellering.

JR: “I hope this isn’t the last of this battle, that was simply awesome!”

Jiminy: “No chance. Next time the Authors of Pain will be more prepared – and win!”

Why I booked it this way: I wanted a hard hitting, all action tag team title match and with these two teams you would certainly get that. I really, really wanted to give AOP the win here but if seeing as this is only a beginning of a feud, it’s no harm to have The Bludgeon Brothers grab the titles for now. Both teams come out looking strong with a simple error from Rezar costing the AOP the match. Going forward I’d consider using Ellering as a Paul Bearer type and have him switch allegiances on the AOP, turning them face for their eventual redemption and regaining of the titles.

END PART 1 OF PPV

Stay tuned for Part 2...

Necro

We are now backstage with the NCW Champion… The Ultimate Warrior.

Stephanie: “Warrior it must have come as a shock to you to find out that now you must face not one, but two opponents in tonights main event?”

Warrior: “Balls of gas burning millions of miles away.

Asteroids are about to collide.
The Warrior has again descended from the heavens to do battle with giants on the planes of NCW. And it is no different.
Animals, and Monsters will all fall to the power of the Warrior aided by the millions of little Warriors around the world.
United together as one, under one barrier, I will represent and destroy on their behalf.

Warrior is the NCW Champion – thus it was written, and it shall stay the same. (SNORTS).”

Warrior stares into the screen as a perplexed Stephanie looks on.

Announcer: “Ladies and Gentlemen, the following contest is an Iron Man Match – where the loser will be forced to retire.”

Lou Thesz appears on the stage without music, and makes his way to the ring. The fans boo him loudly.

He is sporting a large black eye from his tussle with Inoki last week.

JR: “Following the brawl last week on Tuesday Night Destruction, you can see the aftermath on Thesz. Antonio Inoki required 7 staples in his head after the elbow Thesz gave him as well!”

Jiminy: “And that’s what you get when you mess with Thesz. This isn’t going to be a wrestling match, JR. This will be a straight up, 60 minute fight with whoever blinks first losing!”

JR: “Quite. Two legitimate guys who could each stake a claim to the best ever. But this has got so personal, I think any wrestling purists had better understand what this is going to be – a Slobberknocker!”

Thesz doesn’t want to get in the ring, he is waiting on the floor for Inoki to appear but the referee remonstrates with him that the match must start in the ring.

He shakes his head angrily and eventually complies.

Jiminy: “I don’t know how any referee is going to keep a lid on this, JR!”

Finally, as the fans chant for Inoki, he also comes out to no music and makes a beeline for the ring!

Inoki rolls in, Thesz charges – Inoki takes him down – and this Iron Man Match is on!


0-10 mins:


Both men brawl to start the contest but eventually get separated by the referee.

Technical prowess is displayed by both men but Thesz continues to get the upperhand on Inoki to start things off.

A near fall occurs when Inoki breaks out of a pinning position, pops up and lays out Thesz with an Enziguiri!

Inoki drops for the cover
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2
Thesz kicks out!


Inoki starts to seize the initiative as we move into the teen minutes:




10-20 mins:



Inoki pushes Thesz to the limit now, wrapping him up in all kinds of MMA style holds and pounding on him.

The swelling on Thesz’s eye is now turning a shade of purple as the blood bruise is reopened beneath the skin.

Thesz eventually fights back, fighting to his feet and flooring Inoki with a stiff looking elbow.

Inoki’s cut reopens and the blood begins to flow down his head.
Thesz sets Inoki for a powerbomb, but Inoki counters, rolling over and catching Thesz’s legs!

He quickly wraps them up and applies an Indian deathlock!


The crowd are baying at Thesz to tap as Inoki cinches the hold, and Thesz screams in agony, dragging and clawing at the mat trying to pull himself to the ropes.

Thesz gets within two inches, Inoki sits up, drags Thesz back to the centre and cinches the hold again!


Thesz tries again to reach the ropes, but the pain is just too much –


THESZ TAPS!



1 – 0 TO ANTONIO INOKI!



The crowd roars as the referee forces Inoki to break the hold. Thesz clutches his right leg in agony as Inoki gets back to his feet and honourably observes the 30 second rest period between the falls.


Thesz tries to get to his feet, but his leg gives out on him! He looks at Inoki, some worry on his face now.




20 – 25 mins:



Inoki continues to work over Thesz’s injured leg, but he manages to scramble to the ropes each time before Inoki can apply another submission.

Thesz tries to fight back and hit a suplex, Inoki slips out and around the back –

Thesz draws his leg up and hits a low blow!


Inoki crumbles to the mat in agony – the referee was out of position! Thesz drops for the cover…


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2
Inoki gets the shoulder up!



Thesz limps to his feet and hauls Inoki up, again looking for a powerbomb… He sets Inoki and tries to lift him –

His leg buckles from the earlier damage!

Thesz drops to one knee as Inoki struggles to his feet –

Inoki hits ANOTHER Enziguiri and dives for a cover…



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2
THESZ JUST KICKS OUT!



Inoki drags Thesz to the centre of the ring, looking to apply the deathlock again…


and gets attacked from behind by Jax Dane and Crimson!

JR: “What? That’s not legal!”

The referee calls for the bell as Dane lifts Inoki to Crimson –


RED SKY TO ANTONIO INOKI!



The referee has disqualified Thesz:



2 – O TO ANTONIO INOKI!



Security flood the ring as the beatdown on Inoki continues and eventually order is restored – but the damage has been done!



25 – 30 mins:



Thesz again limps to his feet, at first looking a bit shocked at Inoki motionless on the canvas.

He quickly breaks the illusion by smiling and gesturing to his own head as the fans boo him viciously.

Thesz limps to the outside of the ring as the referee shouts at him to return to the ring.

He shoves the time keeper violently off his chair, grabs it, folds it up and rolls back in as Inoki is now trying to pull himself to his feet.


The referee tries to pull the chair from Thesz, who swings him round and sends the ref to the mat.

Inoki staggers around – Thesz blasts him full force in the head!

The chair shot sounds like a gun went off as Inoki collapses motionless on the mat.

The referee calling for the bell is barely registered by a smiling Thesz.



3 – 0 TO ANTONIO INOKI!



Thesz now discards the chair, and ignores the 30 second rest period to the protestations of the ref.

He hauls a basically defenceless Inoki to his feet with brute force, sets him – and finally hits a huge Powerbomb.


Thesz drops for the cover clutching his knee a little bit, but the damage seems to be wearing off



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3!




3 – 1 TO ANTONIO INOKI!



The ref tries to drag Thesz off Inoki for the rest period, he shoves him back – and immediately locks in an STF!

Inoki barely responds to the hold, the referee is yelling at Thesz but is powerless to do anything but lift Inoki’s arm…



It drops 3 times, Inoki is totally out.


3-2 TO ANTONIO INOKI!



30-40 mins:



Thesz continues his total domination since the interference, first drawing level with Inoki via a thesz Press where Inoki basically fell to the mat anyways, then going ahead after another vicious powerbomb.


The score is now
4 – 3 TO LOU THESZ


But Thesz kicks Inoki from the ring at this point, forcing the referee to count Inoki out as he leans back against the ropes, utterly exhausted from the battle.


Inoki doesn’t seem to move at all, until the 8 count, when he somehow finds the will to pull himself up using the apron…

but goes back down to a knee, still barely moving….


9 – Inoki is back on his feet…


TE… He rolls into the ring! Inoki makes the count!


Thesz looks at Inoki in disgust.




40 – 50 mins:




Thesz and Inoki are both on their feet, Thesz blasting Inoki with a hard kick to the stomach.

He sets Inoki for a third powerbomb, this one will surely end all hope…


Inoki starts fighting back!


He catches Thesz’s arm – and rolls through, locking in an armbar in the centre of the ring!

Thesz roars in pain as Inoki leans back with all his strength on the arm –



THESZ TAPS!! THESZ TAPS! THIS MATCH IS LEVEL!



4 FALLS TO EACH MAN!



The referee breaks the hold after the submission, and both men are simply exhausted and unmoving on the canvas.

Thesz clutches his arm but is otherwise still, as Inoki simply looks like that drained any bit of energy remaining in him. The referee begins a double count out.


Both men somehow answer at 9, and stare wearily across the ring at each other.

Thesz clutches his arm as both men again press forward and begin trading blows to the joy of the fans!



50 – 55 mins:


Both men battle for domination, neither one giving an inch as the match reaches the final ten minutes.

Inoki slips another attempted suplex – kicks out at Thesz’s injured leg.

He drops to one knee as Inoki backs up for the ENZIG…



NO! THESZ ROLLS OUT OF THE WAY!



Inoki falls to the mat as Thesz is already up with a burst of energy. Inoki scrambles back to his feet..


THESZ PRESS!


Thesz rolls into a cover…



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2
INOKI KICKS OUT AT 2 AND 9 TENTHS!



The crowd is in amazement as Thesz looks down in shock at Inoki.




55 – 59 mins:




Thesz tries for another Press, Inoki catches him mid-air! He swivels Thesz around – and hits a fallway slam – and bridges it!


1
2
THESZ KICKS OUT!



Both men, absolutely shattered stare at each other determinedly again. Thesz tries to roll away onto the ropes, Inoki pops up –



ENZIGUIRI!



Thesz collapses to the mat…


1
2 – Thesz puts his foot on the ropes!
3!!! Inoki moves ahead!



5 – 4 TO ANTONIO INOKI!




The crowd are on their feet as the referee suddenly realises Thesz has his foot on the rope – he calls over the timekeeper as Inoki looks up, not knowing what is going on…

Announcer: “Ladies and Gentlemen – the referee has REVERSED his decision on the last fall – the score remains at 4 falls each.”

Angered by the decision, Inoki argues with the referee, claiming Thesz put his foot up after three – the referee shakes his head.

Thesz rolls to his feet behind Inoki… and rolls him up!



The ref dives for the count..



1
2 - Thesz grabs Inoki’s tights!
3!!!




5 – 4 TO LOU THESZ!!!




Thesz smirks and rolls out of the ring with the clock ticking as Inoki climbs to his feet in anger.

He gives chase to the outside to Thesz – Thesz rolls back in and out the other side!

JR: “It can’t end like this – Thesz used the referee distraction AND grabbed the tights to gain ANOTHER cheap pin!”

Thesz smirks on the outside as Inoki rages inside the ring, the clock ticks to under 2 minutes!

Desperation in his mind, Inoki dives over the ropes – and catches Thesz with a clothesline! Both men go down!


Inoki scrambles to his feet, weary from battle and manages to haul Thesz up and roll him in the ring.


He drops for the cover at 1 min 30 secs left…



1
2
THESZ KICKS OUT!



Inoki holds onto Thesz though, and flips over – he has it cinched!


ARMBAR! ARMBAR ON THESZ!




59th minute:



Thesz screams in pain as Inoki extends the armbar to a full lock, and cranks back.

Thesz is clawing at the mat, trying to close the distance to the ropes –

Inoki now grapevines and pins Thesz’s other arm to the mat! Thesz is stranded! 40 seconds remain!





Thesz roars in pain and agony, as both competitors stare up at the clock.

The referee is beside Thesz now, asking him does he want to submit.

Thesz grits his teeth and shakes his head!

Inoki releases the grapevine at 30 seconds left, sitting back fully on the armbar – Thesz’s arm looks like it’s about to snap!


The referee is shouting at Thesz now, looking worriedly at the arm – Thesz grabs him with his free arm and shakes his head again!


Inoki pulls back a bit further, Thesz starts to scream again – he releases the referee and throws a few weak punches at Inoki’s thigh as the clock hits 10 seconds.


Thesz looks at the clock and looks back at Inoki, shouting at him:



“BREAK IT! I STILL WON’T TAP! I DARE YOU!”


Inoki, with fire in his eyes – leans back completely –



a sickening crack can be heard and then a scream –


Thesz goes limp with 2 seconds remaining! The referee drops his good arm


once


TWICE (1 second)


THRE… – THE BUZZER SOUNDS! THESZ HAS WON!


Inoki is in tears on the mat, his decades long career at an end –

Thesz, broken arm and all somehow survived the armbar for nearly 2 minutes!

JR: “Not this way! Thesz cheated his way to all 5 of his falls. This is a disgrace!”

Medical staff come down to ringside and load Thesz onto a stretcher.

He has passed out from the pain of the broken arm.

They go to help Inoki, who is covered in his own blood.

He shrugs them off, sitting dejected in the centre of the ring.

Jiminy: “Usually I’d be lauding Thesz’s victory, but this time…”

JR: “Exactly! This is no way to have your career end. Snuffed out by cheating!”

Inoki struggles to compose himself as the fans chant his name. He staggers to his feet and raises his arms as the loudest cheer of the night is heard:



“Thank You Inoki!”



Inoki applauds the fans and slowly makes his way to the back for the very last time.

Why I booked it this way: As much as it made sense for Inoki to overcome the odds and retire Thesz, the new faction has more scope for continuing on in NCW. Thesz would be a huge heel now, having cheated to retire Inoki and it catapults the UnCorrupted to the top of the card in a huge way. As well as that, if Inoki were to win, there’s not massive scope for development outside a title challenge.

Announcer: “The following contest is scheduled for one fall – and is for the NCW Women’s Championship! Introducing first – from Buffalo, New York – The Glamazon… Beth Phoenix!”

Beth comes to the stage to huge cheers from the audience.

JR: “After the dramatic ending to the last match – this one should perk us all right up! The first ever meeting between two of the most dominant females to ever grace a ring. Beth Phoenix – The Glamazon, and Chyna – The Ninth Wonder of the World.”


Jiminy: “Beth doesn’t stand a chance. No one has been able to stop Chyna’s rampage through our women’s divison!”

Announcer: And now, introducing the Champion – from Londonderry, New Hampshire – she is the undefeated, undisputed NCW Women’s Champion… The Ninth Wonder of the World… CHYNA!”

Chyna fires off her pyro cannon as the crowd cheer for her as well.



She dumps it on the ground, unstraps the championship from her waist and makes a beeline for the ring.

Sliding in, she gets straight in Beth’s face pointing at her title:


“This is mine! You can’t beat me!”


The referee steps between the two and both back up slightly, not breaking eye contact.


The referee calls for the bell!



The Beginning:



Chyna and Beth circle each other, neither wanting to make the first move.

Chyna finally steps in – Beth slides around and fireman carries her to the mat!

Beth proceeds to top control on Chyna, manoeuvring around and slapping her face before rolling off to the far corner and smiling!

JR: “For all Chyna’s power, she seems to have totally discounted the wrestling acumen of Beth Phoenix! This could be an Achilles heel!”

Jiminy: “Nah – Chyna is just a little rusty from throwing women around in every match. Beth is tough – Chyna is tougher.”

Chyna climbs to her feet, angered at Beth who is still smiling in the corner.

She charges forward, looking for a clothesline – Beth step aside and shoves Chyna chest first into the turnbuckles!

Chyna bounces off them, a little winded – Beth grabs her and hits a back-breaker! Chyna goes down again!

JR: “Well this isn’t going as expected. Chyna can’t lay a glove on Beth so far!”

The Middle:



Beth continues her dominance of Chyna, the crowd in awe of her technical expertise.

Chyna tries to power out of a number of holds – Beth simply shifts her weight and keeps her grounded.

Chyna does burst up and try to unleash a flurry of strikes – Beth slips the first blow, slides around and knees Chyna in the back, before locking in a dragon sleeper!


Beth leans back on the hold as Chyna struggles, in shock at the sheer dominance Beth has inflicted thus far.

Chyna however after only a few moments powers up!

She has Beth on her shoulder and runs at the turnbuckles –


Snake Eyes to Beth!


Beth staggers backwards, Chyna boots her in the stomach looking to end this with the Pedigree –

Beth reverses into a back body drop!

Chyna goes down hard – Beth turns around quickly and locks in the Glam Clutch!

She grapevines around Chyna, who is stranded in the centre of the ring!

JR: “This could be it – Beth has the hold in tight!”

Jiminy: “Come on Chyna, you can get out of this!”

With amazing strength, Chyna begins to climb to her feet with Beth wrapped around and the hold in tight – she backs up into a corner as quickly as possible, winding Beth and releasing the hold –

Chyna flips Beth off her, grabs her by the head – Sleeper Slam! She drops for the cover


1
2
Beth kicks out!




The End:


Chyna is back on her feet now, but clearly gasping for air after the pace of the match thus far.

Beth is trying to get back to her feet and Chyna rushes, looking for a clothesline – Beth ducks and lifts Chyna using her momentum – guillotine on the top rope!

Beth quickly launches the dazed Chyna into the corner where she slumps down trying to catch some air –

Beth charges and drives her hip full force into Chyna’s head!


Beth drags Chyna up, looking for the Glam Slam –

Chyna counters – boot to the stomach –


PEDIGREE TO BETH!


The cover…
1
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BETH KICKS OUT!

Jiminy and JR: “What?”

Chyna looks down at Beth in shock, shaking her head in anger now.

She drags Phoenix to her feet, and looks to press her military style –

Beth slides out the back –


GLAM SLAM!



1
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CHYNA KICKS OUT!



The fans are on their feet again at the resilience of both women.

Beth is quicker to her feet as Chyna looks absolutely gassed.

Chyna lunges at Beth, who boots Chyna in the stomach –




PEDIGREE TO CHYNA FROM BETH!!



Beth drops for the cover –
1
2
3! Beth has just won the Championship – she’s beaten Chyna!

JR: “With Chyna’s own move, Beth Phoenix defeats the 9th Wonder of the World. This is amazing!”

Jiminy: “I really can’t believe it JR. What a display from Beth – I will happily admit I was wrong!”

The announcer declares Beth Phoenix as the new champion as the referee raises her arm.




Chyna is sitting in the corner, staring dejectedly at the mat as Beth has her arm raised.


Beth looks down at Chyna, and offers her a hand up!


Chyna tentatively takes Beth’s arm – and Beth pulls her sharply into her face!

JR: “Oh boy Jiminy, this might not be over here yet!”

The crowd grow silent as Beth’s music stops and she can be heard saying to Chyna:



“You were a pioneer for us. I am honoured to have faced you.”



Beth embraces Chyna!

Chyna looks a bit shocked for a moment – and returns the embrace!


The fans chant for both women as Chyna raises Beth’s arm before leaving and allowing the new champion her moment.

Why I booked it this way: I’m a fan of both women and their careers, but looking back – Chyna was rather limited in the ring while Beth is vastly under-rated (some even thinking her undeserving of a HOF place). I always felt Beth was under-utilised by WWE, she was a ten times better version of what they try and push Natalya as. Beth putting on a clinic rather than using her power against the stronger Chyna makes sense and the ending being a close run thing keeps Chyna fresh and possibly a rematch down the line.

Announcer: “The following contest is the Main Event – and is for – The NCW – World. Heavyweight. Championship!”

The crowd explode as the former Rising Star Champion, Braun Strowman comes to the stage and roars.

JR: “Here we go, the main event! And first out is the most intimidating man I’ve ever seen – and we are in a land of giants!

Braun Strowman became the first in history to cash in his Rising Star Championship for a shot at the NCW Heavyweight Championship.

Having been so dominant and destructive thus far, the only real question that remains is… can he win the big one here tonight?”

Jiminy: “I’d like to second your intimidating comment Jim. I know we have some big dudes here this year but Braun is exactly what he says he is… The Monster Among Men!

And I’m definitely not going to argue with him regardless!”

Braun is in the ring as the fans chant his name.

JR: “Laser focus from Strowman tonight – he knows this is an opportunity he can’t afford to let slip!”

The crowd boo loudly as Batista comes to the stage, staring at Strowman down in the ring. He points at him and yells, before setting off his pyros.


JR: “And the number 1 contender, and number 1 NCW Draft Pick is here! Batista certainly should not be discounted here tonight!”


Jiminy: “Before Strowman stuck his big oversized body in this match, Batista was my pick to finally silence that raving mad man of a champ! Now, I’m not so sure… but Batista has fought bigger and won!”


Batista rolls into the ring and poses on the ropes.

Strowman stares daggers at him, but Batista ignores him, gesturing that he will be the next champion.

Finally The Animal comes down off the ropes and regards Strowman – they square up in the centre of the ring!

The crowd go bananas at the sounding of Warrior’s theme, and he comes to the stage with the championship wrapped around his waist.

He looks hyper focused, and regards his opponents briefly before sprinting to the ring!

JR: “And the champion is out last, as it should be!

Warrior has been so dominant, like some of our other champions this year, but he truly has been on top of his game. This tonight, however…. Will be his greatest EVER test.”


Jiminy: “Yeah, even I have to say that galaxy travelling mad man has been a superb champion inside the ring – but he’s not dealing with normal men in either case tonight.

Even a one on one match would be tough against either opponent… but in a Triple Threat, where the champion doesn’t even have to be involved in the decision… Warrior’s number is up!”

The three men are in different corners as the announcer enters the ring.

Announcer: “And introducing the first challenger – he is the Former Rising Star Champion, cashing in his championship for a guaranteed NCW Heavyweight Title Match!

Standing 6 Feet, 8 inches tall…. Weighing in at 385 pounds…. He is the Monster Among Men…. BRRRRRRAAAAUNNNNNNNN STRRRRROOOOOOWWWMMANNNNNNN!”

The crowd pop wildly as Strowman roars and steps to the centre of the ring.

The announcer backs up just a little bit in fear.

Announcer: “And – he is the Number 1 Draft Pick for NCW in 2018 – and Number 1 Contender for the NCW Heavyweight Championship! From Washington DC, weighing in at 290 pounds…

he is a Hollywood A-Lister… The ANIMALLLLLL BAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAATTIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIISSSSSSSSSSTTTTTTTTTAAAAAAAAA!”

Batista wastes no time, he steps straight into the middle and resumes his stare off with Strowman.

Announcer: “And now… Introducing the Champion… He is the man who ended a 2 year streak of dominance in 1 minute, 38 seconds…
From Parts Unknown, weighing in at 280 pounds…

The Reigning, Defending, Undisputed, Undefeated – NCW Heavyweight Champion…. THE ULLLLLLLLTIMATTTTTTTEEEEEEE WARRRRRRRRRRRIIIIIIIIIIOOOOOOOOOOOORRRRRRRRRRR!”

The crowd cheer again as Warrior unstraps his championship from his waist, steps to the centre of the ring and holds the title in front of his two challengers.

The referee then takes the championship, as all three men stare around at each other.

JR: “What a big fight feel! Three men at the top of their games, multiple world championships between two. And then there’s Strowman, looking for his first ever World Title!”

Jiminy: “Absolutely no intimidation from any of the three. This is gonna be epic!”

The referee hands the championship to the outside as none of the men back down an inch, never breaking gaze with one or the other of their opponents.


The crowd are already chanting


‘This Is Awesome’


Before the bell is finally sounded to start the match!


Warrior goes straight after Strowman, trying to back him up with blows – Strowman grabs Warrior and tosses him across the ring!


Then it is Batista’s turn to go after the Monster Among Men – Strowman answers with a right hand – a knee to the gut – Batista is now swatted aside!

JR: “Strowman is just an unnatural freak of nature! Warrior and Batista tossed around like children – and both weigh nearly 300 pounds each!”

Warrior is back up and runs at Strowman, who takes him down to the mat with a flick of his shoulder!

Batista rolls forward, trying to use his MMA background to take Strowman down – Strowman clubs him on the back and flings him to the side again!

Batista and Warrior look at each other, then look at Strowman who stands in the centre of the ring – Strowman roars and the crowd go nuts!

Jiminy: “I’ve never seen dominance like Strowman’s inside a ring – these guys need to team up to take him out!”

JR: “Yes, but can their egos allow a partnership? I very much doubt it!”

Batista and Warrior stand as Strowman holds his ground – they briefly nod at each other and the crowd cheers…. Batista and Warrior advance on Strowman together!


But only for a moment – Batista shoves Warrior headlong into Strowman, and rolls to the outside smirking!


The crowd boo Batista as both men look down on him from the ring, he beckons for them to continue and points to his head.


Back in the ring, Warrior and Strowman lock up! Strowman forces Warrior back a number of steps – before Warrior starts shaking his head and holds his ground!

JR: “The power of Warrior is unrivalled! This is amazing!”

Warrior stares at Strowman, who looks a little unnerved by Warrior.

Warrior focuses his strength and begins to push back on Strowman – the Monster Among Men is forced back a step!


The crowd are chanting for Warrior now as Braun looks at him with a stunned look on his face –

Warrior forces Braun back another three steps!

Jiminy: “How is he doing that? What power from The Ultimate Warrior!”

Braun suddenly snaps out of his shock as Warrior starts to gain momentum. He allows Warrior to force him back again –

Braun drives his knee into Warrior’s stomach!

Warrior doubles over, Braun seizes the moment, lifts Warrior –


RUNNING POWERSLAM!


He drops for the cover as Batista rolls back in…


1
TW – Batista breaks up the count!


Strowman shoves Batista backwards as he gets to his feet – Batista tries to dive in for the takedown –

Strowman again just hurls Batista across the ring! Strowman advances on Batista in the corner –


Warrior is back up! Warrior turns Strowman around, nailing him with a flurry of huge rights, staggering the giant –

Batista jumps to his feet and closes in –



SPINEBUSTER TO STROWMAN!


The crowd pop a little as Strowman rolls to the outside, Batista turns around – into a Lariat from Warrior!

This draws a massive cheer which only increases as Warrior goes to the ropes and starts shaking them!!


He turns around….


SPEAR BY BATISTA!!! WARRIOR IS DOWN!



Batista with the cover…


1
2
WARRIOR KICKS OUT!



Batista climbs to his feet, smirking at Warrior.


‘You’re nothing! I’m the main event!’



Batista starts shaking the ropes to loud boos. He looks up and smiles at the baying crowd.


THUMBS UP…
THUMBS…
Strowman pulls Batista out of the ring!


Strowman rams Batista into the barricade shoulder first.

As Batista struggles to get to his feet Strowman backs up – runs forward – and hits a huge clothesline sending The Animal into the front row of ringside!


Strowman turns to re-enter the ring….


WARRIOR DIVES THROUGH THE MIDDLE ROPE WITH A SHOULDER TACKLE!


Both men crash to the mat, but Warrior is on his feet in a flash! He climbs back onto the apron –


WARRIOR SPLASH ONTO STROWMAN!!!



The crowd are going wild as Warrior again gets back up, and begins to rip apart the announce table

Jiminy: “Hey, stop that now! That’s a criminal act!”

JR: “I DARE you to go and tell him, Jiminy.”

Warrior has pulled everything off the announce table and turns around, just as Strowman is getting back up!

Warrior runs at Strowman and hits a Lariat, staggering the giant.

He whips Strowman into the table with all his strength, Strowman crashes into it, almost knocking it over –

Warrior runs forward again and clotheslines Strowman flat onto the table!


Warrior seizes the opportunity as Strowman lies prone, he ascends the other announce table as the fans chant his name…



WARRIOR SPLASH THROUGH THE ANNOUNCE TABLE!!!

JR: “WOW! Warrior just took out Strowman!”

Warrior is a bit slower to get to his feet this time, the force of the move clearly having an effect on him as well.

He staggers to his feet and pulls himself from the wreckage….



SPEAR!!! A SECOND SPEAR BY BATISTA!!!



Batista clambers to his feet as he looks down at Warrior who is barely moving.

Batista also surveys Strowman who hasn’t moved since going through the table.

He smirks again, to loud boos, drags Warrior up and rolls him in the ring.


Batista keeps an eye on Strowman who is still motionless.

Then he shakes the ropes again and turns…


THUMBS UP
THUMBS DOWN!



He boots Warrior in the stomach –


BATISTA BOMB TO WARRIOR!





He holds for the cover



1
2







THR…WARRIOR KICKS OUT!



Batista looks down in shock as the crowd erupt, chanting for Warrior.


He shakes his head in anger, and grabs for Warrior, looking for a second Batista Bomb –


Warrior counters with a Power Slam! He pops to his feet and shakes the ropes, turns around…


WARRIOR SPLASH TO BATISTA!!




The cover, to retain the championship..








1


2








THRE………STROWMAN BREAKS UP THE COUNT!

Jiminy: “Oh jeez! He’s baaaaack!”

Warrior looks up at Strowman in stunned disbelief but there is no time to counter, Strowman, with amazing strength swings Warrior onto his shoulder…



RUNNING POWERSLAM! STROWMAN DRAGS WARRIOR UP AGAIN AND DELIVERS ANOTHER!!


Releasing Warrior now who is lying prone on the mat, Strowman turns and sees Batista somehow trying to get to his feet.


He stalks over, lifts Batista…


RUNNING POWERSLAM TO THE ANIMAL!


Batista rolls from the ring to the floor from the force of the slam.

Strowman turns back around – he looks down at Warrior – and shakes his head.


He drags Warrior up again….



A THIRD RUNNING POWERSLAM IN QUICK SUCCESSION TO THE CHAMPION!





Strowman drops for the cover on the lifeless Warrior….



1
2
3!!! STROWMAN HAS DONE IT!

JR: “New Champion! Bah Gawd we have a new Champion! Strowman has by God done it! He has pinned The Ultimate Warrior!”


Jiminy: “I can’t believe the strength of Strowman. What a match – what a show!”

Announcer: “Here is your winner…. And the NEWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW Undisputed NCW Heavyweight Champion…
BRAAUUUUUUUNNNNNNNNNN STRRRRRRRRROOOOOOOOOOWWWWWWWMMMMMMMMMMAAAAANNNNNNNNN!”

The referee hands Strowman the title and he holds it aloft in one hand to rapturous cheers from the audience.

Jiminy: “Well, there you have it folks, NCW has a new Champion – one I’m not sure can even be beaten!”


JR: “Yes indeed, Jiminy, and what a rollercoaster of a night we’ve had! From all of us here at NCW….”

Jiminy: “Em… you might want to hold off a few minutes, JR…”

The crowd roars as Erick Rowan and Luke Harper make a beeline for the ring, the tag championships over their shoulders!

JR: “My God, what are they doing out here – we know the connection, but why now?”

Rowan and Harper enter the ring as Strowman looks at them warily. Harper reaches into the hood of his outfit – and pulls out the black sheep mask!

JR: “Strowman used to wear that as a part of the Wyatt Family… but what is Harper doing?”

Rowan also pulls his lamb’s mask out of his hood – and puts it on. Harper then steps towards Strowman – both men drop to a knee and Harper extends his arm with the mask!

Jiminy: “Oh no… Uh oh… This ain’t good for anyone concerned, JR!”

Strowman looks down oddly at the two men who are kneeling before him. He pauses for a second – then takes the mask and puts it on!



Harper and Rowan rise and take a place either side of Strowman – the three champions celebrate in the ring as the crowd goes absolutely nuts!

JR: “They have reunited – with Strowman as leader and NCW Champion – what does this mean?”



Jiminy: “One word, JR. Pain!”

The show closes with the three former Wyatt brothers standing reunited with their championships.

Why I booked it this way: Strowman had to win, a main event match for the championship against two guys of the calibre of Warrior and Batista immediately launches him as a megastar. Both Warrior and Batista still look strong, it taking 4 Powerslams, 2 Spears and a Batista Bomb to keep Warrior down, and Batista has room to complain as he wasn't involved in the decision. Initially it would be a Batista/Strowman feud for the title, with Strowman going over the Animal before he heads off for Hollywood. A rematch with Warrior then on the cards before we move into the Wyatt family/UnCorrupted feud when Thesz recovers from his broken arm.

Thank you for reading folks, hope you enjoy it as much as I had fun putting it together.

Kolido

***KWK Promotion Introduction***

Kolido Promotions are proud to bring to you, the next big thing in sports entertainment.

Brief introduction by chairman, Mr. Kolido

Welcome ladies and gentlemen, we would like to take this opportunity to introduce to you, a new force in professional wrestling, Kolido Wrestling Kingdom.
KWK have scouted the world for talent, both current and legends of the business. We have struck deals with superstars from promotions, which we now will compete with to become the top draw in pro wrestling.
Our aim is to bring to you, the greatest attraction in sports entertainment. So, without further ado, please let me introduce to you, the man who will spearhead our product and the General Manager of tv programing, ladies and gentlemen, John Laurinaitis.

John Laurinaitis takes to the stage.

Good evening distinguished guests and others, my name is John Laurinaitis and I have been hired to bring to you, for the next 3 weeks, the best shows in pro wrestling. As our chairman said, we have been scouting for weeks, even months, to bring to you superstars who will not only entertain, but entertain with flair. No, no, I don't mean that flair, no room for OAPs here, I mean excitement, jazazz, vavoom.

Now before I introduce the ranks we have signed for KWK, let me assure you that all the actions I take as GM, will be for the fans, a little movement I like to refer to as PEOPLE POWER.

The camera pans around the guests in attendance who don’t look one bit amused.

Okay, so let’s begin with what we, at KWK, will bring the fans each week.

We will have 2 upcoming weekly shows, Friday Knight Fire. Here you will get a closer look at our superstars in action. Episode 1 will kick off out tag team tournament, with the 2 semi-final winners going on to contest for the tag team title at Kingdomkalling But that’s not all, we will have a No. 1 contender match for the World Heavyweight title with the winner going on the face a superstar of my choosing at Kingdomkalling

The audience rise to their feet in excitement.

Now, who are the superstars I hear you ask who will wow our fans over the next few weeks, well let’s take a look at our title contenders.

We have 3 of the original NWO members, Kevin Nash, Scott Hall and X-Pac. These guys have come to raise hell and have some unfinished business to settle. No doubt they will have each other’s backs and will be vying for some gold.

Another trio who are back together and will also have gold on their minds are The Brood, Edge, Christian, and Gangrel. These, now fan favourites, have not been in the ring together for a long time but I have no doubt they will be a force to be reckoned with.

Rounding off the singles division, we have acquired the services of some exciting talent. Sycho Sid, the master and ruler of the world, will no doubt have some questions to ask when it comes to the heavyweight title. Shane Douglas and David Otunga, generations apart, will no be taking thing lightly when it comes to competition. Heath Slater will want to prove his critics wrong and show he is not just a comedy act. Another superstar who will be asking questions when it comes to competition,
is the Perle River Powerhouse Ahmed Johnson

Suddenly a gentleman in the audience takes to his feet. On second glance, it's none other than Sycho Sid

Sid: Hey Johnny, which man do I have to break for the World title?
John: Mr. Sid, I didn't realise you were her, shouldn't you be down the gym getting ready?
Sid: Answer the damn question!
John: Nothing is decided yet but, yes, you will be in the World title scene.

Sid throws some chairs at the wall and walks out.

John: hmmm...what a delightful gentleman.

The tag team scene is just as hot as the singles, first up we have multiple tag team champions, members of DX, The New Age Outlaws This team has been together for a long time and have one eye on the title belts. First teaming up in the 80's and now back for one last run, we bring you The Dream Team, Beefcake and Valentine. Finally, we can't overlook The Prime Time Players, Titus and Darren would love nothing more than to get their hands on some gold.

Moving on the the ladies division, we have high flying Kelly Kelly and former partner Eve Torres. There will be no love lost when these 2 meet. Coming out of retirement, Wendi Richter will have a lot to prove when she steps into the ring with the younger generation.

Ladies and gentlemen, we will reveal the Championships everyone will be eager to win, World Heavyweight Championship will be the main title for the elite. Next to that, we have The Kingdom Championship, another title many will be eager to win. Rounding of the gold will be The Tag Team Championship and the The Ladies Championship.

Another first I am proud to announce, we will invoke a Freebirds rule for all titles. This means that more than one superstar can hold any singles title at the same time, with either of them going on the defend it.

Another announcement we can confirm now, we are delighted, well the board are, to reveal are special host for Kingdomkalling, will be none other than Hollywood legend, Chuck Norris.

Suddenly 3 men rush through the press room door and approach the podium.

John: Excuse me gentlemen, what are you doing here, we did not invite any talent to take the stage at this press conference.
Kevin Nash: Shut up Johnny, you asked us to come here, now step aside and be quiet. We are the apex of KWK, if anyone thinks differently, they can come talk to us. That goes especially for you Edge, you are where the men play now, you can stand behind your brood buddies, but don’t think you’re anything here while I’m here.
Scott Hall: Hey Yo...you know who we are, you know why we’re here, and you definitely know what we want.
X-Pac: Hey Brood, you think we can’t cut the mustard, you bring what you’ve got and more, then we will see who’s yard this is.

Security usher NWO from the stage.

John: So there you have it, roster is complete and we have a great few weeks to look forward to. I will see you at Friday Knight Fire. As always, I don't have time to answer any questions, you can email my assistant. Good night everyone

Roster




Next show

Friday Knight Fire - Episode 1

Bounty Hunter

Welcome to BWA Raw!
Live from Gotham City

Dusty Rhodes: Welcome to this BWA Raw special baby, American dream in the house here with my boys Nigel McGuinness and Jesse "The Body" Ventura
Jess Ventura: That's right dream, we are coming to you live tonight from Gotham City for one special reason guys and gals, it's the pre-draft "State of the BWA" press conference!
Nigel McGuinness: Well everyone it looks like we aren't going to have to wait long for things to get started, here comes the representative of the board BWA's own Bounty Hunter headed to the ring.

**Reporters surround the ring on most sides, on one side BWA officials now joined by BH gather with microphones etc are set up to prep people to enter the ring**

Bounty Hunter: Before I get into the business of the press conference and introducing the BWA roster for 2018's draft season the board of directors has asked me to deliver this message to our very talented announce team.

He then turns and addresses them directly as the camera catches their surprised responses.

Bounty Hunter: All three of you have been cleared for in ring action for some time now and as a result the board have decided that as of today you will all return to the talent pool as part of the active roster!

Ventura: Yes, I've been itching for a fight for months now!
McGuinness: Are you feeling okay old timer? You really think your ready to take on the best of today?
Dusty: Ohh Yeah! I thought the Dream had died last night baby but you can't keep a good thing down, I'm back baby!

You BWA Faithful of course are aware that Dusty is referring to how he faced off against Roman Reigns at last night's PPV after the Big Dog had been irked by some of Dusty's commentary about him and challenged him to back up his actions and face him in the ring. Although Reigns did put his BWA World title on the line, as the Dream's comments tonight indicate it wasn't his night and a Superman punch and a Spear saw to that.

**Ventura looks annoyed at McGuinness (something which had been common during commentary) as the 3 men depart the announce table and look to be heading to the back after BH announces they will be replaced by the BWA's announce team from last years BWA WrestlePalooza**

Bounty Hunter: And yes the board would like to also acknowledge that some announcements have been already leaked before today's press conference including two high profile returns to the company and the reason we are currently right here in Gotham City (Cheap Pop!).

---He is of course refering to a TMZ report that went viral where new BWA investor Bruce Wayne was spotted dining out with a number of BWA high ranking officials and multi time former BWA Stars Mitsuharu Misawa and Kenta Kobashi---

Bounty Hunter: It is true Bruce Wayne will be here a little later on! (big pop!) but trust me that is not the only surprise lined up for you!

Just then he is interrupted by the unmistakable music of Roman Reigns

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mcrshl7eync

**Reigns emerges to quite a mixed but loud response from the crowd and intrigued reporters in attendance and can be seen mouthing the words "Big Dog big dog big Dog" to his own theme tune as he makes his way out to the ring area and grabs a mic**

Roman Reigns: Do I need to remind you to respect the champ and don't be a chump? I told you i'd announce their arrival myself in my own time and your starting to get on my nerves little man... you don't tug on superman's cape if you can't handle the consequences.

BH: umm I think there has been a misunderstanding Mr Reigns I was referring to returning superstars...

*BH starts whispering something to Reigns who begins to look more annoyed than his previous jovial approach had shown*

Roman Reigns: Mitsubishi? Kenta, you mean that small fellah from NXT! whose this friend of theirs your talking about! biggest name in the Industry...damn boy you know your looking at the champ right, you know your standing in my yard right!

BH: *GULP*

BH: umm Roman I think your taking this the wrong way, of course we had planned to have the world champ on the press conference

Roman Reigns: nah you wanted to see a new tag team debut Bounty and you know what you have the biggest dog in the yard right here...

**Roman starts shoving BH who backs into the center of the ring to get away from him**

Reigns:.... and I am happy to oblige and inform you that the BWA, this here big Dog's yard, is situated adjacent to that there ring or as I know it...The Uso Penitentiary!

**Suddenly the Usos appear out of nowhere in the ring and hit a double superkick on BH**

slowly as BH starts to get back to his feet the Big Dog Roman Reigns then slingshots himself off the ring ropes and BOOM! Spear!

**BH looks like he is knocked out completely in the center of the ring as roman stand over him and with both Usos either side of him, one of them pass Roman a Microphone**

Roman Reigns: I don't care who the BWA have signed, I don't care where they come from, or what they have done in the past. I am Roman Reigns, the world champion and this, this is my yard and my family, and nothing can stop us!

**Reigns drops the mic and the 3 leave together as abruptly as they had arrived while the ringside reporters go crazy, Reign's even leaving his title behind**

**BWA officials at ringside scramble to work out how to continue the press conference broadcast but in the time being we get this**



Around 30 seconds later the feed returns with Dusty Rhodes stood microphone in hand in the center of the ring.

Dusty: I may be part of the broadcast team no longer baby, but I gotta wish my boy BH a speedy recovery and as they say in the biz with all that glitz and glamour, The show must go on Baby so now the American Dream is going to guide you through the rest of this press conference. First up we have a native son to these here...

uh Oh! here we go again - Roman Reigns' music hits again!

Roman Reigns, the big Dog, comes down to the ring re-enters it and walks right up to the man he defeated in last nights PPV main event (Dusty Rhodes) the two have a momentary staredown before Roman mouths something about his world title and looks to head to opposite side of the ring to collect it... instead however he catches everyone including Dusty off guard by charging the ropes before returning at speed to catch Rhodes with an almighty Spear!!

Reigns picks up Dusty's Mic, looks at his fallen foe then looks around at the booing crowd with a smirk before addressing them

Reigns: The American Dream is dead! I killed it!

that is all he says before dropping the mic and leaving this time with his title in toe. The Camera lingers on Dusty laid out in the ring for a moment while BWA officials once again scramble for what to do next.

**they quickly cut the feed again but this time it is only for a matter of moments when we return it's to a video highlighting the last few months in BWA's tag division **

it mostly highlights how Val Venis & The Godfather had become tag champions.

It's 2018 and the Godfather has gotten with the times. No longer does he refer to women as Hos, nor himself as a pimp, but has all that much changed since he teamed up with Val Venis to put a slightly cleaner image on his facade? Now he has a group of Model's escort him to the ring, ladies he has under contract to his and Val's production company. These models however have been accused of not being the classiest of ladies and the video highlights how members of the BWA's womens division have not taken to well to their appearances in the company...

Suddenly the video cuts out as we return to the press conference, now standing in the ring is Nick Bockwinkel

Nick Bockwinkel: Welcome back grappling aficionados, this is the segment of the show where civility is returned as a new element of class comes to the BWA in the form of me Nick Bockwinkel and before I get too far ahead of myself I'd like to be the first to comment on that impactful statement by Roman Reign's and The Usos. It takes a true champion (shows off the AWA belt he carries with him) to recognize a true champion and Roman, you have my respect.

**The crowd seem ready to turn on this long time roster member of one of the BWA's biggest rivals**

Bockwinkel: Now now, I know you see me and you think, handsome, charismatic, talented, in ring genius but there is so much more to the only ever Draft Hall of Famer than that. You see the reason I have this ring (close up on his HOF ring) is that I have done it all in this industry, I have reached the very peaks this industry has to offer and forgotten more about wrestling than most of you will ever know.

**He has never even competed in the BWA before and the crowd know it and begin to boo everything he says**

Bockwinkel: I know I know, you guys aren't the best but it's okay because you have me now, the BWA board have decided to appoint me as their new on air representative in Bounty Hunter's stead. Hey don't boo Bounty Hunter, I know he got in the champs way but that guy was the reason we came to this dump (Gotham City). Speaking of which I've been told to placate you all after after BH's mistake and introduce our next guest, one of your own, except you know rich so better than you all...Bruce Wayne

Gotham's favorite son gets a huge response from the press and fans in attendance when he comes out but he does not seem to be as pleased with the man who just called him out

Bruce Wayne: I don't know what your playing at here Bockwinkel, you know I've invested in this company and if you want to be the boards representative here you'd better cut out what I would describe as some of your more dastardly nay dare I say heelish ways.

Bockwinkel: I'm just speaking the truth like only a true Draft Hall of Famer can man.

Bruce Wayne: Your such a rapscallion, you know that ring means nothing here in the BWA but I don't have the time to deal with you, this company won't be in Gotham next week but right now I have my cities press here and a message to give so please...

**Bockwinkel looks annoyed but backs out of the ring**

Wayne: You see Gotham, I got a call from the man that cleaned up our city, that's right THE BATMAN! and he told me that he had sources telling him that some of his rogues had been hiding out right here in the BWA! Now I don't know if it's The Penguin, That Riddle loving fellow or even The Joker but he cited some guy called Dave Meltzer as stating he was sure at least one of them had been masquerading as a wrestler recently.

Wayne: The BWAs next PPV and a lot of the TV building to it emanates out of Quohog Rhode Island where the Mayor is a close personal friend of mine. We people of Gotham cannot allow our bad eggs to infest other fine cities like his and for that reason I am gifting him this

**He unveils a big spotlight with the bat symbol across it**

Wayne: If Gotham's Villainy rears it's disingenuous head here in the BWA... Batman will be ready!

**The Crowd Pop big for the mere mention of Batman**

Wayne: Speaking of said Villainy, I know you have also been approached by people associated with Organized crime with regards investment, even tonight I see Don Corleone's man Luca Brasi sat here at ringside

**The camera focuses on the former columbo family enforcer in the front row of the crowd**

Wayne: But I want it to be known that If Don Falcone or any member of Gotham's criminal element get involved with the company, the BWA will lose my backing. Unfortunately however bat fans we are running a little bit behind schedule with this State of the BWA address so without further adieu It is my great pleasure to introduce a man that represents a simpler time, when all pro wrestlers could be admired...George Hackenscmidht

Hackenscmidht and Bruce Wayne look like old friends as they embrace each other as the man who helped usher in the Golden Age of professional wrestling replaces him in the ring and on the mic.

He has brought something with him too as the announcers point out his book "The Way To Live: In Health and Physical Fitness "

George Hackenschmidt: Did you hear that people? how the announcers introduced me... as part of the Golden Age of professional wrestling? Now Look, I know i'm shilling my book here people but the Golden Age sounds like it was when the wrestlers were probably at their peak so you can't blame the BWA for promoting wrestlers being healthy and physically fit. In my day Wrestling was the most popular sport world wide and it can be again but the wrestlers need to take the sport seriously.

**As soon as he said that there is a loud POP noise **

From this point onwards his Microphone starts to act up - at first he is heard with a helium style funny squeaky voice

Hackenschmidt: Too many wrestlers don't treat this industry with the gravitas it deserves... hey! what's going on!

**Carnival music begins to play as everyone seems to be snickering at the legend**

Now annoyed his voice continues to be distorted now in a comical almost slow mo style

Hackenschmidt: This is not a laughing matter!

**As he said that he slammed the mic down on the podium he had in front of him and Puff a load of smoke accompanies a loud BANG from the impact**

When the smoke dissipates a small single red balloon can be seen floating above the podium, attached to it via a small piece of string is a floating note which George cannot help but reach out, unfurl and read aloud

Why So Serious? This is just a joke

Before anyone could even contemplate what this means however everyone's attention is diverted away from the front of the ring where the podium was set up and the smoke and balloon had been, to the back of the ring where seemingly out of nowhere a huge (6Ft4) figure emerged dressed in full Doink! regalia!

Completely unaware Hackenschmidt was caught with a hellacious Lariat from the big clown who then proceeded to stomp on the fallen legend until
the several extra BWA security personal, who had been brought in after the earlier incidents rushed the ring and together were eventually able to force to big man outside the ring and usher him to the back while the broadcast suddenly cut back to Nick Bockwinkel at the opposite side of the ring.

Bockwinkel: umm... I guess that is what you could call an unexpected look into what may be coming our way in the BWA over the draft season there, but now while we get our in ring press conference area back in order why don't we look forward to something the BWA audience know they have coming their way this year and... the return of El Santo!

We are then shown a short video highlighting the career of El Santo, including his previous stint in the BWA. It mostly showcases how much of a hero to the people of Mexico he is. How "the Saint" El Santo was a folk hero and a symbol for justice. A point punctuated by the great man himself when the video culminated with him talking to the fans

El Santo: Talk of Villainy in the BWA has reached the shores of my homeland but I want to assure all of mes amigos out there this has not gone unnoticed. I have finished filming my Pixar Coco spin off movie and from next week anyone acting heelish in the BWA will have El Santo to answer to!

We are then treated to a first look trailer at the BWA Films/Pixar joint

We return to the ring and D-Lo Brown is stood in the ring with a microphone

D'Lo: I am supposed to introduce to you a video showing the strength of the BWA's womens division but I am sorry ladies, this is the first time this company has given me a mic since I was drafted to this show and I have something to say!

D'Lo: I've wrestled all around the world and been a success, whether that was with the WWE where I won the European and Intercontinental titles, TNA where I won tag titles, or when I was in ROH or Japan. If you don't want me here then trade me! I was the longest active member of the Nation of Domination... i'd be far better off back by Farooq and cos side than here sitting on the sidelines!

**He drops the Mic and walks off before the video about the BWA women plays anyway**

The video focuses firstly focuses on the Woman who wrestled for the BWA last year and how two former team mates had been feuding for the past year over the womans title in the form of Aja Kong and former champion Manami Toyota. Toyota has been shown to have earned Kong's respect after their last bout but Aja says her quest for the BWA womens title is not over. Similarily to our previous video however this one ends with a pre-taped interview from the BWA's newest female star...Naomi!

Naomi: Aja, Manami... be warned! I'm coming to be like, like my family, i'm coming to be the best, im coming to be...The Champ! and I have one simple question for you... Are you ready to feel the Glow?!

When we return from that we are unusually backstage, Why? because something else has gone wrong! D-Lo Brown Is shown lying in a pool of blood on the floor. The cameraman pans around to show a number of reporters asking assembled superstars what happened including Nigel McGuiness and Jimmy Snuka whom on later viewing people pointed out he had blood on his hands. Snuka's response to questions however was that he could not remember what happened.

We then return to ringside for the final part of the show and what many have speculated on social media Bounty Hunter was actual going to announce at the top of the show as BWA veterans Kenta Kobashi & Mitsuahru Misawa are called out to the ring to a great response from everyone especially because as they are being announced it is said that these two men who have spent more time in the BWA than any team have spent on any one draft promotion and this year will both become the first inductees into the BWA hall of Fame

**Nick Bockwinkel looks disgusted as he has to announce this**

They continue to run down both mens accomplishments in the business from the amount of 5* matches they had to how they had had massive singles success in the draft in the past (like how Misawa is a former MNG world champion), until the two men actually take microphones and stop them themselves. However when they then speak up it is not on their own behalf but instead on behalf of another, and speak they do, in both fluent Japanese and English after spending so much time in the promotion.

Kobashi: Thank you all for this incredible honor but tonight it is us who plan to honor all of you. We have brought you the best wrestler either of us have ever seen . Those announcers spoke about all of our supposed 5* matches well in that case this here is a 6 and 1 quarter star man.

Misawa:
この信じられないほどの名誉に感謝していますが、今夜は皆さんに敬意を表する予定です。私たちはあなたの中の一人の最高のレスラーを迎え入れました。これらのアナウンサーは、我々が想定していた5つの試合すべてについてよく話しました。その場合、ここは6人と1人の4人のスターの男です。

Kobashi: The current IWGP World Champion, who has held the belt for an astonishing 600+ days....Kazuchika Okada!
Misawa: 今日のIWGPワールドチャンピオンは、600日以上の驚異的な出来高を誇っています....Kazuchika Okada!

**At this point Kobashi/Misawa start taking turns translating Okada into English for the audience**

Okada: 私の名前は岡田和子です。私はプロレスラーです。私は自分の母国でできる人は誰も敗北させ、日本で最高だったことを証明しました... IWGP世界選手権での私の主張を放棄しました。それは今私にとって過去にありました。日本だけではなく、世界最高！

My name is Kazuchika Okada and I am a Professional wrestler. I defeated everyone I could in my native land and proved I was the best there was in Japan... I now relinquish my claim on the IWGP world championship, that is in the past for me now, I have come here to prove that I am not just the best in Japan but the best in the World!

**The final shot of the press conference is him handing over his title to a NJPW official at ringside and pointing out a big mock up of a BWA world title on a wrestlepalooza sign in the crowd to his two compatriots**

It is clear what he wants in his future but what about the current holder I doubt he will take too kindly to this intrusion in his yard as we kick off the draft season.

BWA Roster 2018
Roman Reigns
Dusty Rhodes
Kazuchika Okada
Kenta Kobashi
Mitsuharu Misawa
Jimmy Snuka
Jimmy Uso
Jey Uso
Naomi
Tamina
Manami Toyota
Aja Kong
Jesse Ventura
Nigel McGuinness
Nick Bockwinkle
El Santo
Val Venis
The Godfather
Adam "Batman" West
Doink
George Hackenschmidt
Robert "Bane" Swensen
Lenny "luca Brasi" Montana

beakerjoe

Beyond Chaos Year 5

Disclaimer : The following story is fictional and takes place in a world where Chris Benoit did not end his life after his cowardly act in 2008, he was sent to prison to pay for his crimes. This story does not represent beakerjoes feelings on real life events.

What a difference a year makes……….


We begin our tale of 2018 with a mention of how year 4 ended in Beyond Chaos. 12 months ago Beyond Chaos Wrestling was basking in the success of winning a second consecutive ratings war. Against all the odds, Gorilla Monsoon somehow steered the company towards success over bitter rivals Monday Night Grappling and BWA, as well as new yet popular upstart promotion NPW. While the Ultimate Chaos PPV was a success, the aftermath of the show was the beginning of the end for Beyond Chaos.

Without a Champion as Randy Savage rode off into the sunset with his darling wife, Beyond Chaos faced many harsh realities. With Savage gone and Kevin Owens beaten into embarrassment and leaving the company, the company had a void of top talent. Gorilla Monsoon struggled to sign replacements and as a results business began to nosedive. Live attendances dropped, tv ratings fell and talent began to show their disapproval.

Unhappy with Monsoons performance following The Ultimate Chaos PPV, the board of BCW decided his time was up and relieved Monsoon of his duties. Top talent that remained soon left. Former Tag Champs Tully Blanchard and Arn Anderson soon jumped ship to the revived WCWF, and others like Brian Pillman, Matt Riddle and Asuka all left soon after. In a desperate attempt to turn the company’s fortunes around, a big money offer to sign a new main event level talent was made and soon accepted. That man was Bret The Hitman Hart.

Brets arrival was a shot in the arm for the company initially, but it the mass exodus of talent hindered the promotion. Despite Bret winning the vacant championship in June of last year, business remained down. With business on the downturn, coupled with Brets excessive contract, Beyond Chaos was hemorrhaging money at an alarming rate. The board soon made the decision to sell up to the highest bidder.

The boards valuation was fairly high for the fledgling company and there was minimal interest in buying a company with very little assets and expressive liabilities. But an offer was received on September of last year and despite it being way off the boards valuation, the board accepted the low offer. Insider knowledge had informed the buyer that while the board had high expectations of the sale initially, with no offers tabled from other investors coupled with the fact the expense of keeping the company alive, the board were desperate to sell.

The man who purchased Beyond Chaos Wrestling was none other than Paul Heyman.

Heymans first matter of business was to cancel all upcoming tours. He then renegotiated contracts with talent. Some talent walked away and were released, while others took the new terms which were much lower like Gargano and Ciampa. Heyman spoke with his remaining talent, urged them to trust him as he rebuilt the company in his image. He needed time to get new talent for the upcoming ratings season and with no money available to buy hot talent, he asked those remaining on his current roster. He urged them to stand buy him as he recreated Beyond Chaos and that in order to make this company a giant again, he needed to get creative and economical. And most of all he needed to be bold.

Heyman sat down with PWinsider in early October to discuss what the new Beyond Chaos can offer

Paul Heyman : I need a roster strong enough to get viewers to tune in, I need to give people a reason to watch us. I can't rely on old extreme tricks and gimmicks to get eyeballs on our product, what I need is controversy! There is a myth that Eric Bischoff coined the phrase “Controversy creates cash”, well I’m here to lay down some truth. The truth is I created it and that rat Bischoff stole it from me like he used to steal my talent back in the day. Controversy is what I can guarantee. When people tune in to the new Beyond Chaos show, they will be shocked. They will say to themselves “he can’t do that….can he?”. I can, I will and you need to tune in to find out just how chaotic BCW will become!

True to his word, Paul Heyman went about creating controversy like only he could as he began recruiting talent for Beyond Chaos on the cheap.……

But before we tell you the tale of how Paul Heyman rebuilt Beyond Chaos, let's delve into the situation of current World Heavyweight champion Bret Hart……………..

Hart of a Champion

Bret Hitman Hart has had a rollercoaster career, from the highs of claiming World Titles and being an International hero, to the lows of losing his brother and being screwed over by big time wrestling promoters, Bret is no stranger to controversy.

His status as the top Canadian Wrestling made him the national representative for professional wrestling in his home nation and across America, and his reputation for being an honest and ethical man inside and outside of the ring made him respected worldwide.

However, in 2008, the wrestling world was rocked by the Chris Benoit tragedy. Benoit was sent to 20 years in prison for his crimes and Bret, being at not only the forefront of wrestling, but also a close family friend of Chris Benoit at the time of the incident, gathered a lot of media interest as the case unfolded. Bret avoided all interviews and was devastated by the tragedy, refusing to believe a man he considered a great friend could be capable of such actions. Bret keenly watched on as Benoit was sentenced and yet he still could not get his head around it. No one could. Benoit pleaded the fifth throughout the trial, never saying a word with a cold stare across his face the entire trial.

As time passed, Bret sought answers from the Benoit himself, writing to him repeatedly looking for some rationale behind his actions. Bret received no responses. Bret constantly requested prison visits but was denied each time by Benoit. The years passed and Bret eventually gave up seeking clarity about the tragedy, drawing the conclusion that Benoit was clearly not the man he once knew. Bret Wrote the following in his 2011 autobiography:

“The man I knew as Chris Benoit was a friend, a buddy an ally and most of all a decent family man. That man died the day of the incident. The man in prison responsible for these crimes is not my friend and never will be. He is a coward, an evil coward. He is dead to me. “

Time passed and one day last year a letter came to Bret. It was from David Benoit, the son of Chris Benoit.

Bret had always made himself to young pro wrestlers in need of guidance and training and David asked if he could train under Bret. David hasn’t spoken to his dad since the trial and wanted to join the wrestling business. Bret was reluctant at first, not wanting David to enter the business at all due to the negative media, but David was persistant and Bret was eventually convinced, feeling for the young lad considering all the pain he suffered, and offered to take David under his wing.

Bret would go on to join Beyond Chaos Wrestling under lucrative terms and go on to become World Heavyweight champion. David would join under a development deal and sees Bret, who has trained him over the past year, as a father figure calling him in an interview with Mike Johnson “The Father I wish I had”.

When Heyman came on board, Bret and he reportedly had issues over his contract. Brets contract was a huge burden on Heymans balance sheet and the Beyond Chaos owner was keen to renegotiate the terms. Bret unhappy with the new terms threatened to leave. Bret wasn't keen on dropping the title before exiting the company, having been burned in the past and threatened to take the title with him.

Heyman not wanting to let his champion and biggest asset leave, gave in to Brets contract demands and agreed to honour the lucrative deal. However Heyman did manage to add a clause stating that Bret had no creative control on who he defended the title against and Heyman would have full control on who faced Bret in any title match as long as Bret was Champion.

Bret signed the new contract and is looking forward to the future title defenses, but while Bret is happy to work with Heyman for now, he is unsure if Heyman and he have the moral compass and is uneasy about the lengths Heyman will go to to find success.

Paul Heyman : the Recruitment

Paul heyman knew he needed top wrestling talent to fill his roster, but with a restricted budget he used his cunning and available resources to wheel and deal.....

Backstage at an independent wrestling show, somewhere in Florida.


The American Wolves Eddie Edwards and Davey Richards are backing their gear away in the packed locker room, when the entire locker room falls quite as Paul heyman enters

Paul Heyman : Edwards and Richards, The American Wolves, the 2 best tag team wrestlers to never make to to the big time.

Eddie Edwards : You here to make fun of us or something?

Paul Heyman : No, no….. Not at all. I’m here with an opportunity.

Davey Richards : You’re wasting your time, no company will take a chance on us. We are just too banged up to make it anywhere big. He’s got too many back issues while I’ve had so many concussions I make Chris Nowinski’s head spin.

Eddie Edwards : We are insurance liabilities waiting to happen.

Paul Heyman : What if there was a company, lets say my company….Beyond Chaos, and lets say or example that we could give you guys a short term contract and we could see how it went? Huh

Davey Richards : Don’t be yanking our chains….. We have had offers before, even dark matches, no one signs us…

Heyman reveals 2 contracts from his briefcase and hands them to The Wolves

Paul Heyman : Monday Night Chaos starts in a couple of weeks, come by if you want a chance at the big time……

Heyman leaves while Edwards and Richards look over the contracts with shock on their faces

The next big thing.....

A beach bar Somewhere in Hawaii


Its night time and the bar is lite up with lanterns and flame staffs. The camera focuses in on Samoa Joe drinking at the bar after a hard day training on the beech.

There are locals there but they all know Joe. A young waiter approaches the Joe and is so nervous that he drops the glass which shatters at his feet. Joe slams his fist down on the table and threatens the small lad.

The young waiter cleans the floor as a suited man walks in over the glass…. Its Paul Heyman. Joe looks up and stares down the familiar face

Paul Heyman: Ready for a challenge tough guy?

Samoa Joe: With you, always.

Paul Heyman : Good to see you are in shape, I watched you train today. You are leaner and faster and sharper than I have ever seen you.

Samoa Joe: I’m in my prime Paul, I’m ready to conquer all in front of me. I’M THE DESTROYER.

Paul Heyman : You ready to join me in Beyond Chaos?

Samoa Joe: BCW? You took over BCW? Did that old fossil Monsoon kick the bucket? That chump turned me down last year for a spot.

Paul Heyman : Yes, Beyond cHaos is mine, total control. Monsoon is long gone. I've a lot of work to do to make it great again and hence why I am here. I need you Joe.

Joe gets up, shaking his head.

Samoa Joe : Bret Hart is a man I've never faced. I wouldn't mind choking him out!


Paul Heyman : Joe, come with me and you can show the world what you can do. I know your potential, hell everyone and their mother knows what you're capable of. But i wanna make you famous!

Samoa Joe : Paul, I won’t pretend Im not offended by what you just said, I'll make you famous if you catch my drift!

Paul Heyman : One of the reasons you listen to me is because of my honesty. Are Have I steered you wrong before? What i mean is, yes you are a legitimate badass killer, yes you are a one of the toughest and meanest men on the planet, but I wanna make you a star. I wanna make you a household name, I wanna make everyone remember the name of Samoa Joe. Trust me Joe....

Joe is intrigued by Heymans speech and listens intently as heyman carrys on.

Paul Heyman : Joe, any time you reached out to me for advice, I was there and I guided you well. Join me and I won't steer you wrong. look what i did for Brock, Imagine what i can do with you...... Joe you are the next big thing.....


Samoa Joe downs his drink and smashes the glass on the ground.

Samoa Joe : F**k it, I'm all in.

Joe and Paul shake hands as the young waiter nervously cleans up another smashed glass.

One more match..........

San Jose, California – The home of Rey Mysterio.

The scene begins with Paul Heyman in the suburban home of Rey Mysterio as tPaul is offering Rey a chance to comeback to the ring

Rey Mysterio : Your wasting your time Paul, I know we go way back but I …. Am not interested?

Paul Heyman : Rey, are you telling me that you are not interested in the buzz you get from the roar of the crowd, or they feeling of adrenaline when you spring off the top rope……

Rey Mysterio : Paul, ……… I can’t ……….. I just can’t.

Paul Heyman : You know me Rey, I’m a straight shooter and I pull no punches. I won't beat around the bush. You haven’t wrestled since the incident, am I right...... and it’s a damn shame, you are throwing your career away due to an accident, it could have happened to anyone………. What happened to Perry Agu………..

Rey Mysterio : DON’T SAY HIS NAME! …Don’t.

Paul doesnt want to push Reys buttons too much so he adapts his approach.

Paul Heyman : My point is Rey, it was not your fault……….. stop blaming yourself….. hasn’t enough of your life gone by…. Haven’t you punished yourself enough.

Rey Mysterio : STOP…………. I think you should leave Paul.

Paul Heyman : Ok, OK…… I’ll go. But the offer still stands.

Paul goes to leave and walks by a picture of Reys 7 year old son Edward. Paul picks it up and gazes at it.

Paul Heyman : He hasn’t seen you wrestle yet has he? He doesn’t know how great his daddy is, he doesn’t know how his father is an inspiration to millions of people. Rey, forgive me…. But your father passed away before you got to see him wrestle, right………….

Heyman then picks up picture frame, one of Rey with the World title.

Paul Heyman : Don’t let history repeat itself. You know how to reach me if you change your mind.

Heyman places the picture back and leaves as Rey stares at the pictures mulling over Heymans words and his offer to return to the ring.

A Cross too big to bare....

The Insane Asylum Bar, Aberdeen Scotland

Heyman walks into what appears have walked into a highway biker bar. Smoke fills the room as Heyman walks by leather clad bikers shoot pool while the music of AC/DC blares in their ears. Heyman accidentally bumps into a biker who doesn’t seem too pleased.

Heyman : Excuse me sure, my humblest apologies. I am looking for……….

Biker : I don’t care whom you're looking for but you found trouble fatty.

The Biker grabs Heyman by the collar and pins him up to the wall. Heyman looks terrified as the Biker gets in his face.

Biker : You’re in the wrong part of town porky, you made a big mistake…

The Biker winds his fist up with the intention of punching Heyman but is stopped in his tracks by a voice from the other side of the bar.

Female Voice : Leave him.

The Biker drops Heyman and the woman comes into view. Wearing a long black leather coat, Nikki Cross approaches Heyman and dusts him off.

Nikki Cross : Paul…. What are you doing in this fine establishment? Barman, a drink for my friend here. Make it a double, he's a little shook up.

Cross brings Heyman over to her table as the barman delivers the drinks order.

Paul Heyman : Actually I was looking for you. I’m looking for talent…… talent with a certain quality……

Nikki Cross : Are you sure Paul, I’ve been accused of being a too wild in the past, too reckless, too unstable, are you sure you want someone like me in your company? Not many companies like my style, Im too unconventional as they say.

Cross downs her beer in one and then grabs a shot of whiskey and downs the shot in swift fashion and she stares a hole in Heymans direction. Heyman, showing that he means business, downs his drink in split second fashion and slams the glass down hard. Heyman smiles and stares across the table.

Paul Heyman : Ms Cross, you are just what I am looking for!

Paul smirks as he and Cross appear to understand each other.

An offer he can refuse

Tijuana Mexico – Casa De Cien

It’s a beautifully sunny day in Tijuana as we are inside the stunning mansion of Andrade Cien Almas. He sits in what looks like a throne he chats with his significant other Zelina Vega. Suddenly one of his security brings in Paul Heyman who is carrying a briefcase into the large extravagant room.

Almas : Mr Heyman, why are you gracing me with your presence.

Paul Heyman : I have a proposition for you…..

Alams : I’m sorry Paul, but you are wasting your time senor. I don’t get out of bed for less than 10 million US dollars and from what I hear on the grapevine, you aren’t in apposition to acquire a talent like me.

Paul Heyman : I won’t lie, I’m not flush with cash Mr Almas but I can offer you something others cannot. I can offer you undisputed immortality.

Almas : I very much doubt that. Unless that briefcase is filled with dollar bills, I am not interested.

Paul Heyman : Well It is not, but I do see that Mexico is a country rich in wrestling culture, the fans love and worship the greats of Lucha Libre like gods. I see the kids of this city play in the streets, masquerading as their heroes and yet I don’t see 1 child in the street pretending to be Andrade Cien Almas, do I?

Almas gets angry and walks towards Heyman with authority.

Almas : I am the greatest Luchador that ever lived, , the greatest wrestling star that ever lived. Who are you to say otherwise?

Paul Heyman : I can make you a legend…. By giving you the opportunity to destroy one.

Heyman opens the briefcase and shows the contents to Almas

Paul Heyman : I can give you what you crave…. What you need …. What you desire……….

Almas lifts out the contents of the briefcase to reveal a mask of Rey Mysterio

Almas grins from ear to ear as he holds the mask in his hands.

Paul Heyman : Join me, join my company and I can offer you the chance to destroy the legend of Rey Mysterio and become the legend you deserve to be.

Almas smirks before ripping the mask in half with his bare hands. The pieces of the mask hit the floor as Almas and Heyman shake hands.

Bad Infulence

The parking lot of All Foods Supermarket, Minnesoda

We open on a mother and 13 year old son outside a supermarket. The mother ignoring her son as she yaps on her mobile phone. It looks like she has forgotten to buy something inside the supermarket, so she holds her call to pass her handbag to her son and she rushes back in the store. But as she passed the son her bag, a pack cigarettes and lighter fall out of the bag out, and her son bends down to pick them up. He picks them up and stares at the pack for a moment until he’s interrupted by a suited Sean O’Haire.

Sean O’Haire : You wanna try one don’t you kid? I can see it in your eyes.

The kid is nervous and panics, packing the cigarettes in the handbag urgently.

Sean O’Haire : Relax kid, I’m not a cop. Its ok, I was your age once and I borrowed a few cigs from my folks from time to time, I won't say anything if you don’t…..

The kid stays silent as he assesses the situation before slowly retrieving the pack.

Sean O’Haire : Its ok to be curious…… it never hurts to be curious, it’s a natural human emotion. What does your mom smoke, 20…. 30 a day probably. She won’t notice one missing.

The kid slowly opens the pack, grabs one cigarette out with the lighter.

Sean O’Haire : What ya waiting for kid, light it up…..

Kid : What if she catches me?

Sean O’Haire : My dad caught me when I was about your age, my father respected me for it. He said I was finally becoming a man and he was happy to see I had the balls to do it and take charge.

The kid takes encouragement from O’Haires words and lights up the cigarette. He inhales deeply before coughing his lungs up.

O’Haire : Well I’ll be damned, I didn’t think you had it in you. I bet you feel pride,….liberating isn’t it? But I’m not telling you something you don’t already know. Good luck kid.

O’Haire walks off and as he strolls off and standing in front of him is Paul Heyman

Heyman : Well I see you haven’t lost your skills of persuasion Mr O’Haire.

Sean O’Haire : Well, Paul Heyman, What do I owe the pleasure.

Heyman : I’m looking for talent for Beyond Chaos, and I'm looking for guys with a certain….skill set.

Sean O’Haire : Are you sure you want someone like me, someone with my influence, in your locker room?

The pair pause as the look behind them as the smoking teen is getting scolded and dragged away from the shops in anger by his Mother who caught him smoking. Paul turns back

Paul Heyman : You my friend, you are exactly what I’m looking for.

The scene fades with both been still in discussion.

Healthy Competition

BCW Locker Room

Paul Heyman : I stand before you both to thank you for your loyalty. You have stayed here through thick and thin, so I'd like to give you both an opportunity neither of you have had before. How would you both like to enter the Contract of Chaos Match. Winner gets a World title shot at whenever he likes. He can cash it in and try become World Heavyweight Champion!

The camera pans out and hes taking to BCW Tag Team Champions, DIY, Tomasso Ciampa and Johnny Gargano.

Johnny Gargano : I don’t know, what do you think? I think we should both concentrate on the tag team championship for now

Tomasso Ciampa : Are you kidding me, Paul we accept. It’s the chance for ultimate glory. Count me in?

Johnny Gargano : Let's not be hasty here buddy, let's take a moment to…

Tomasso Ciampa : What are you afraid of Johnny, you afraid of some healthy competition, you afraid of me leaving you behind when Im World Champion?

Johnny Gargano : All I’m saying is…..

Tomasso Ciampa : Count us in Paul. We would love to be part of the match.

Paul Heyman : Wonderful, good luck guys. The match will take place on the new year debut of Monday Night Chaos. But I must also make you aware you will also have to defend your tag team championship the following week.

Tomasso Ciampa : Thanks Paul, no problem.

Heyman leaves as Tomasso and Johnny debate the situation. As Heyman leaves he runs into someone….its Roderick Strong

Paul Heyman : Ah you made it.

Roderick Strong : I couldn't pass up the opportunity to work with you Paul.

Paul Heyman : I love your work Roderick, and the fans will love you here. They love a good underdog, and no one scraps like you.

Roderick Strong : Once I get some opportunities, I’ll keep fighting. Someone's gotta put food on my families table. I’ve fought all my life to break that glass ceiling and in Beyond Chaos, I’m gonna shatter it. I want a chance at the Contract of Chaos Match


Heyman and Strong continue their discussion but are soon interrupted by someone else…… Baron Corbin

Baron Corbin : That's a nice story little man, but I don't fight for anything….I just take.

Strong and Corbin stare each other down for a moment.

Roderick Strong : Who you calling little man?

Paul Heyman : Ah Mr Corbin, delighted you made it.

Baron Corbin : Listen you indy geek, you're not in my league. Move along so I can have a word with Heyman will ya.

Strong doesn't back down at first but after some words with Heyman, Roddy walks off.

Paul Heyman : Let me guess, you want into the Contract of Chaos match too.

Baron Corbin : You read by mind Heyman, I want what's mine, I want what I deserve………. And I deserve everything!

The camera fades out as Heyman and Corbin continue their discussion.

An Inconvienent Truth

Massarotti Hotel in New York City

Paul Heyman is waiting in the lobby as reading the newspaper until he is alerted by the chime of a lift descending to the lobby. Heyman leaps from his chair and rushes over to the lift which opens. 5 big Arabian bodyguards exit first followed my Mohammad Hassan.

Heyman approaches.

Heyman : excuse me, excuse me….Mr Hassan?

Hassan : What do you want?

Heyman : My Name is…

Hassan : I know who you are, but why are you standing in my presence?

Heyman : Well, I want you to come wrestle for me Mr Hassan.

Hassan : You want me? Hahahah what's the catch Mr Heyman? Your tv network executives banished me from the american screens a long time ago.

Heyman : I am aware of that but…..

Hassan : They said I spreaded hatred, fueled anger and hate, they said I was a menace to world peace.

Heyman : Yes, but…..

Hassan : The simple minded ignorance of Middle America believed I was the evil.

Heyman : Yes, they said all that and they banned you…. But guess what Mr Hassan. I want people to see what you have to say, I want the audience to hear you and feel the pain you have endured and I know they won’t like it. I know they will revolt and I know it will be controversial to them and that's why I will give you that platform. I want you to be the yourself, the honest, uncensored man of his own beliefs and I will give you the fair shake you never had.

Hassan and Heyman smiles as it seems a deal can be reached.

Waste not, want not

Maxim Studios - Hollywood California

Paul enters the studio as a photoshoot is taking place , with the focus on Eva Marie

The director yells cut and signals a break, which gives heyman an opening.

Paul Heyman : Excuse me miss, May I have a few moments to offer you a proposal.

Eva Marie : Listen, I know who you are and I’m just not interested in Wrestling. Can’t you see where I am, this is Hollywood, where I belong.

Paul Heyman : Oh I don’t doubt that you belong here Miss, but I have it on good authority that things are not going to plan for you here?

Eva Marie (snapping at Heyman) : Who told you that! I have had plenty of offers.

Paul Heyman : I’m not here to throw shade or bitchy remarks your way, I just mean that Hollywood isn't ready for you yet, your not a big enough star yet, you have the potential but you just can't reach it yet. I know you never reached your potential in Wrestling but if you had, Hollywood would be all over you. It’s the perfect launching pad. It's not your fault you failed to launch in Stamford Connecticut.

Eva Marie : I tried “wrestling” already, it's not for me. I’m a big star here in Hollywood already, I just haven't found the right project yet.

Paul Heyman : Let me guess, every top project has an executive producer who is 100 percent sleaze and will only give you a fair chance if you play the Hollywood game, am I right?

Eva Marie’s face drops and it seems Heyman has hit a nerve.

Paul Heyman : I may look sleezy, I can’t help how god made me, but I assure you I am interested in your talent alone.

Eva Marie : You haven't a clue…..

Paul Heyman : Oh I certainly do have a clue. Eva Marie, I have seen a girl like you once in my old Company of ECW. She was just like you, a huge star in Connecticut and on the verge of superstardom. But then her attitude got in the way, she viewed herself as a bigger star than she actually was. Connecticut eventually got sick of her attitude and turfed her out. She was at a crossroads, she had a choice to either join me and my company and I could nurture her into the star she deserved to be, or she could keep going with her devil may care spoilt brat attitude and go her own way seeking fame in Hollywood. She ignored my help and not long afterwards she went to Hollywood. Tinseltown chewed her up and spit her out. She was not the star she believed herself to be. Soon after she began drinking and turning to drugs. That girl was called Sunny. Look at her now, she is a shell of her former glory and all because of her stubborn, selfish attitude. She wasn't ready and neither are you. Don’t Lower yourself to get ahead.

The story seems to be hitting home with Eva Marie as Heyman continues

Paul Heyman : I'm not saying you will end up like her, but the parallels of you and her are uncanny. You both became big stars in Connecticut, both never reached your true potential, both fired for alleged bad attitudes, and both at a crossroads in your career. Don't go down the Sunny road, I can help you and I can make you a star.

Eva Marie : But the fans hate me in Wrestling.

Paul Heyman : Hate in wrestling is good, it means they care. Trust me, I will make you the queen of Professional wrestling and when you conquer wrestling, Hollywood won't be able to ignore you anymore. They will be banging your door down with real offers.

Eva Marie : Maybe we can come to some sort of arrangement

The camera pans out with a possible deal being arranged and both parties seemingly pleased.

No easy way out

MGM studios, lot 6 - Hollywood California


Filming is taking place on the set of the new Rocky Movie, Creed 2. Sylvester Stallone is going through some boxing scenes when the director yells cut. He has a few words with his co-stars before walking off the set. As he does he is approached by Paul Heyman.

Paul Heyman : You don’t look half bad for a man of your age. What's your secret?

Sylvester Stallone : Hey yo Paulie, how ya doin? What you doing out here?

Paul Heyman : Business, as always. You know me I’m a glutton for punishment. I’m here to see you. I remember a few years ago I helped you out with a lot of UFC tickets for the Lesnar fight in Palm Beach. Well, I see you have this new Rocky flick on the horizon, how would you like to do some cross promotion.

Sylvester Stallone : I dunno Paulie, depends what you got in mind.

Paul Heyman : I just need a famous, mainstream face like your gorgeous mug to help promote my show. You turn up, do a few catchphrases, you promote your movie. I get more eyeballs on my show and you get to advertise your new movie, its win win.

Heyman throws his arm around Stallone and they walk down the movie lot discussing ideas.

Deal or no deal?

Charleville Maximum Correctional Facility – Interview Room 2b

The room is empty until Paul Heyman walks in. He sits down and checks his phone before 2 guards escort prisoner 267723H into the room…….. that prisoner is Chris Benoit.

Chris, wearing chains and bright orange jumpsuit sits down with a blank stare on his face.

Paul Heyman : Mr Benoit…… been a long time.

Benoit says nothing,

Paul Heyman : I’ll do the talking shall I. I hear you’re up for parole and you’ve been doing extremely well on your rehabilitation. I’ve been looking through your situation and I see that you need a sponsor to aid you in achieving parole. I believe I can help you.

Chris Benoit : Not interested.

Paul Heyman : You see I am willing to take the biggest risk of my professional career on you Chris. I think we can both help each other. I can turn a blind eye to what you’ve done, and help you earn parole. You, in turn, can help me by joining my company. I can give you a place to get yourself back on track and you can prove to the world that you have been rehabilitated. What do you say?

Benoit takes a moment to reflect on the offer before shaking his head to say no , still with a cold stare on his face.

Paul Heyman : Do you know who wrestles for my Beyond Chaos Wrestling? Do you read the internet?

Guard 1 : Are you kidding me, Old Benoit here hasn’t looked at as much as a news article since he came here. He just reads books from the library.

Paul Heyman : Mr Benoit, our Champion is Bret The Hitman Hart. You remember Bret don’t you?

Benoit listens intently as Heyman appears to have peaked his interest.

Paul Heyman : He was your friend wasn’t he, but he abandoned you like everyone else. He calls you, and I quote “a coward”.

Chris Benoit : I‘ve been called worse in the last 10 years

Paul Heyman : Well, do you know your son Daniel? Remember him?

Heyman has Benoits attention now.

Chris Benoit : David…..

Paul Heyman : Yes, David, you haven't heard from him in years….. do you know what hes doing now? Let me tell you shall I, hes a professional wrestler in Beyond Chaos..... my Beyond Chaos

Benoit is firmly staring a hole in Heymans direction and appears very annoyed

Paul Heyman : Not only that but Bret Hart is training him, yes Bret Hart.... the man who has a very low opinion of you. David looks up to Bret, Bret was there for him and he see’s Bret as the Dad he wished he had…. Not my words Chris, the words of David himself.

Paul whips open his phone to play the clip for Benoit.

Paul Heyman : Do you know what I think, I think we can help eachother out. I can get you out and you can join my company and reclaim the relationship with your son that you never had.

Paul takes back his phone and Chris shows the first bit of emotion as his eyes well up at the sight of his grown up son.

Paul Heyman : I shall see you in 3 weeks for the parole hearing Mr Benoit.

Benoit grabs his wrists repeatedly as he once did in the ring as Heyman leaves the room.

With Paul Heyman at the helm, Beyond Chaos has a new lease of life. But with controversial new talent, underhanded tactics and a history of pushing the envelope, will Heyman be successful of taking the company to the promised land once more? The future of Beyond Chaos will unfold soon at Ultimate Chaos 3. But how the PPV shapes up, shall be a story for next time.

Alfred Borden

USCW 2017 - A look back

After USCW last aired two years ago, there were rumours circulating that the previous owner had decided to sell up and move on from an industry he knew little about. In January 2017, it was confirmed that a sale had been struck between Alfred Borden and an unnamed investor. A statement from the new owner read "We are proud to obtain a full shareholding in USCW plc and promise BIG things for the future. Join us Monday night as we bring a new and exciting brand of sports entertainment to the Garden. See you all there. Signed: JJ".



It was speculated all week that this could be only one person and indeed it was confirmed on the first night of Monday Night Adrenaline that "JJ" was indeed Jeff Jarrett. Jarrett would go onto run the show and quickly became a fan favourite with the high quality roster he put together. Jarrett was respected by all and was deemed to be a fair decision maker. However Jarretts personal finances would come under significant strain in October and USCW eventually entered receivership. USCW was held by an administrator who put Vince Russo in charge of the already thriving USCW until a suitable buyer was found.



This would put Jarrett and Russo at odds. Russo would force Jarrett back to being an active participant as Jarrett had a contract to honour until January 2018. Russo would go onto giving Jarrett a new job title of "special assistant" to Russo, giving him several degrading tasks whilst drawing serious heat by making light of Jarretts personal finance situation.



Whilst this was happening Lex Luger was signed to the company by Vince Russo as his first big money move. Luger would get immediate heat with his over confidence always on display and closeness with Russo but would go onto headline the Redemption PPV as #1 contender against the Heavyweight World Champion, The British Bulldog. The Bulldog as usual, would be accompanied to the ring by close friend and tag partner Owen Hart. Hart however would go onto screw the Bulldog out of the title by incapacitating Bulldog with a steel chair shot outside of the referees view. Luger would go onto be champion whilst Hart and the Bulldog would go on to have a heated rivalry where Hart would continue to escape Bulldogs retribution.

Hart would later admit that it was "jealously" that drove his decision to turn on his long term friend but justified it by saying "If a great wrestler like Owen Hart can never be world champion, why should the inferior wrestler in the British Bulldog be World Heavyweight Champion?" The two will meet in a grudge match inside a steel cage at WrestleCade, where Hart can no longer escape the British Bulldog.

Russo along with Luger would continue to terrorise Jarrett with a match between the two for Lugers title set for WrestleCade. Russo avoided making the match for weeks pitting Luger against other opposition but as ratings and fan attendances declined, Russo was forced to give heavy fan favourite Jarrett his title shot. Russo would be in Lugers corner and guaranteed that Jarrett would not leave WrestleCade as champion. Russo would later announce on the last Monday Night Adrenaline before WrestleCade that a new owner had been found and that he would be in attendance Sunday night. Russo would later add that he knew the individuals identity and said individual had complimented Russo on doing "a great job".

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Jarrett, eager to offer a more exciting women's division than in years gone by, signed free agent Paige to the roster in early January 2017. Paige would go onto dominate and hold the Womens World title from February until June 2017. It was then announced that Michelle McCool and Layla, better known as LayCool joined USCW. On their first night with USCW, they ran into Paige backstage. They congratulated her on her success and what she had done for women's wrestling in USCW. They handed her an invitation to "A Celebration of Paige" event which they had planned for later on in the show.



Paige accepted and joined LayCool in the ring later in the night for the event. LayCool played a tribute video to Paige which started with Paige winning the USCW Womens World title but would quickly turn into recently leaked videos and photos of Paige. Paige, humiliated by this, attacked LayCool but eventually lost out due to the numbers game. It was later confirmed that Paige suffered damage to her neck and would be out of action for 6 months after the attack by LayCool.

Michelle McCool would be named champion in her absence with Melina signed to the roster to replace Paige. Melina would go onto having various tussles with McCool for the title but always managed to just lose out with interference from Layla. On a show in December, LayCool wanted to have a "celebration" for rival Melina in one that mimicked the one they held for Paige. Melina interrupted this before it could happen but was quickly on the receiving end of a 2 vs 1 beat down. Suddenly Paige's music hit and she made a beeline to the ring and made the save forcing LayCool to hurry to the outside. The team of Melina and Paige will meet LayCool at WrestleCade, where LayCool will not possess the numbers advantage for the first time in USCW.

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Kane joined USCW and has had a great run throughout the year going on to hold the US title for 7 months. Kane joined USCW without his famous mask and has admitted himself to being "happier".Rick Rude joined the roster in November and found himself challenging Kane for his US title in his first match. However during the match, Rude would accidentally cause severe damage to Kanes face resulting in the match becoming a no contest and Kane rushed to hospital. Rude would apologise the next week and invited Kane to the ring to accept his apology but Kane did not appear. Backstage, as Rude was exiting the building the lights went out and when they came back on, Rude had been thrown through a pane of glass with severe cuts to his face. The camera would revert to a now masked Kane who laughed maniacally. Rude would appear over the next few weeks with a protective mask over his face. Rude lost all his confidence after jibes from Kane about his now "mangled" appearance. Kane would go onto making Rudes stay in USCW extremely tough with multiple attacks. The two will meet at WrestleCade for Kane's US title in a loser leaves USCW match.



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The next part will feature the following wrestlers and where they stand going into WrestleCade.

- Ric Flair
- Roddy Piper
- Demolition
- Midnight Express
- Big Bossman
- Rikishi and Scotty Too Hotty
- Dean Malenko
- Test and Albert

A Brad Maddox Guy

Bounty Hunter

Welcome to the BWA King of The Ring Recap Show
Live from Quohog, Rhode Island
Previous Show

The show opens With Nick Bockwinkel in the ring

Bockwinkel: The road to WrestlePalooza is upon us and things are getting real serious here in the BWA, you may have seen the state the promotion was in at that press conference last month but there has been a big 4 PPV since then. Let this true Draft Hall of Famer catch you up...

**He points to the titantron and a video begins**

Bockwinkel: and let's start with the tag team division.

BWA Tag team Title match: The Usos vs The Godfather & Val Venis (c)

Since their arrival on the scene alongside Roman reigns (and Naomi the next night) the Usos run riot on BWA programming in recent weeks. When you later added Jimmy Snuka and his daughter Tamina into this family like faction you wouldn't be blamed in thinking they would have too much going on to also be no.1 contenders already, except in this case where they won that right last week by defeating the dysfunction former announce team of Jesse Ventura & Nigel McGuinness. As if they had needed further motivation both of their opponents in this match had run ins with Naomi. The Godfather offered her a modelling contract while Val asked her if he could feel her glow but got a low blow instead for his trouble. Strangely they didn't have any such interaction with Tamina :pac:

The Usos are impressive throughout and eventually prove their superiority but The Godfather & Val keep using Naomi's presence on the outside and interacting with her to distract the Usos in ring and on a number of occasions almost caught them with quick roll ups. The match's finish is a something of a familiar sight from the Usos recent tag bouts with a double superkick followed by the double Uce (Double diving splash) and the 1-2-3!

Winners: The Usos

**We then return to Nick Bockwinkel in the ring but only momentarily**

Bockwinkel: Yes I get it, there are parts of that storyline incomplete from just seeing the Usos crowned new tag team champions, don't worry I wasn't the greatest AWA champ of all time just because I could wrestle rings around most of your heroes in the ring, well that and the fact that when I got you covered, you stay covered. Here is what you missed from Naomi, Tamina and the rest of the BWA womens lockeroom.

BWA Womens title match: Naomi vs Aja Kong vs Manami Toyota (c)

The Women's division from last years roster was torn apart by two women, Aja Kong and Manami Toyota. They had ran off everyone else and the womens title had consuming them both leading to an intense rivalry for the former tag partners. Before his injuries however Bounty Hunter had stepped in and announced that a new challenger would be declared for what is currently Manami Toyota's title at the state of the company press conference. After his injuries however Naomi debuted the next night on BWA Raw and they announced this triple threat match for the title at King for The Ring, with a cute tagline about who would be the Queen of the BWA ring. The following week on Raw when Aja Kong questioned why Naomi deserved a title shot and challenged her to a match Tamina debuted attacking her allowing Naomi to pick up the win. She had arrived too late to be in the match but Tamina being in Naomi's corner has given her a distinct advantage in many people's minds.

Unfortunately Naomi was not the only woman that had issues with The Godfather and Val Venis during these weeks. a "More cushion for the pushin" remark from Val Venis (which resulted in a hell of a slap) about Aja Kong along with The godfather and Manami Toyota having a run in has made the men who earlier on the show lost their tag titles quite unpopular with the ladies in the BWA. Perhaps even more unfortunate is that they want to get back on the Usos and plan to do so by targeting Jimmy uso's wife Naomi in this bout.

All 3 woman have their chances to win out here before the former tag champs appeared on the scene, in fact as they arrived on the scene it was Aja Kong who rolled out of the way of a Manami Toyota Moonsault at the last second and then with Naomi still on the outside after a prior attack, she seized her opportunity and hit the champ with her Brainbuster finish. With what the announcers call a veteran move Toyota rolls to the outside after the impact but Kong is straight after her. This is when The Godfather & Val Venis arrived to ringside where both women have just exited the ring at the end of the ramp. Kong tosses the prone champ back into the ring but then confronts the two men whom she recently came to blows with.

On the opposite side of the ring Tamina gets Naomi back to her feet before getting into the ring herself and as Toyota tried to get back up she (Tamina) catches her square on the Jaw with a Big Boot. She rolls straight out of the ring afterwards as Naomi has climbed to the top rope and just like her husband earlier she hits a big splash for the 1-2-3! while Aja Kong on the outside realizes too late what is happening on the inside and the male duos distraction means she cannot break up the pin before the 3

Winner: Naomi

**We then return to Nick Bockwinkel in the ring **

Bockwinkel: Was a pretty good few weeks for that family eh? and that's before we even bring up the Big Dog Roman Reigns. Were not going to keep you waiting to see what happened to the man who last time you checked in was the BWA world champion however. Keep an eye out for a handsome hall of famer in this video (smirks)

BWA World Title Match: Roman Reigns (c) vs Dusty Rhodes

The American Dream Dusty Rhodes was never the most complimentary of Roman Reigns on commentary so much so that the champ wanted to fight him thinking he had besmirched his name. After a valiant effort Dusty came up just short and the next night when he was officially returned to the active roster (and removed from announcing duties) he thought he could hold his head up high proud of his effort and move on, but when Roman Reigns went out of his way to deliver a thunderous Spear to Dusty during the press conference that all changed. In particular Reigns claiming to have Killed the American dream lit a fire under Dusty that we hadn't seen for many a year. In his return match against D'Lo Brown Rhodes snapped and after beating Brown nearly unconscious called out the champ but instead he only got the newly appointed representative of the BWA Board Nick Bockwinkel.

In recent weeks Roman Reigns (who along with the Usos and Snukas had been running roughshod over the company) had been stating that new signings to the BWA such as Kazuchika Okada didn't deserve a shot at his title based solely on their reputation, that they had to earn a shot. This was something Bockwinkel agreed with and although he said he hated the thought of an overweight joke like Dusty being in his main event he did concede that the fans wanted the match and that the champ didn't have an issue with the match (Reigns is portrayed as arrogant in the build up having previously beaten his opponent) so agree to give him a rematch on one condition...

If Dusty Rhodes loses he can never have another shot at the BWA world title! Dusty agreed and here we are

This was an absolute slobberknocker knock out brawl where all Dusty's dislike for the arrogant champion he had shown on commentary and over the past few weeks flowed from him in the form of flying fists and bionic elbows.

Dusty seems to push Reigns right to the limit but shockingly it's Roman who apparently sees the funny side to it when late on he starts reacting to Dreams big blows with a big grin on his face. Dusty thinks he has wiped the smile right off his fact when he locks in a figure four for a long time but No matter how hard he is hit or how just pain he has to endure Roman just works his way through it and keeps getting back up until.... BOOM! Superman Punch, but no he isn't happy with just one BOOM! a 2nd superman punch to set up BOOM! Spear.... and Reigns wins LoL!

winner: Roman Reigns

Roman seems to be reveling in the crowds showering of boos upon him as The Usos and Naomi (all champions) come out and join his celebrations.

**Once again we return to Bockwinkel on the mic to introduce our next recap**

Bockwinkel: As usual Dream let his fans down as The big Dog continues to dominate, but not all the action of recent weeks took place in ring. In fact many of the most memorable moments we've had recently, especially since the company has been touring Quohog came in backstage segments. Let the great Nick Bockwinkel remind you all...

The first of these segments took place a number of weeks ago on Adam West's first night involved in the BWA. He had actually forgotten he was supposed to attend a BWA show that night and our BWA reporter had a horrid time just trying to get him to answer the door.

Later that night at the arena West stated that he did not need a special guests dressing room but he knew someone who could use it, even suggesting the room could be used to interrogate suspects. He signified the man he was of course eluding to by covering up a piece of paper with his name on it on the door with a Bat Logo sticker.

We actually got to see Batman (big pop from the crowd) in this room looking into West's big mirror later on. He is pondering aloud who on the BWA roster could be one of his rogues in disguise when Doink enters the room. Batman only had time to refer to him as a "Cantankerous Clown" and question what he was up to before Doink mimics Stephen King's IT saying he will feast on the caped crusaders fears before

**The lights suddenly go out (a la Bray Wyatt) while distorted carnival music plays**

When the lights return the audience view the scene from behind Doink's back seeing Batman and what he sees in the mirror except what he sees now is what he feared, none other that... The Joker!

Batman looks frozen in fear as Doink/The Joker laughs maniacally before we cut away.

This is not the only time Doink and Batman were involved in such an altercation however there is a twist when they meet again in the same location for one of the first backstage segments of the King of The Ring PPV. This time Doink was not alone he was joined by Robert Swensen and when Doink tried to manifest and feast on Batman's fears this time not only did he see The Joker but also the huge intimidating frame of....Bane!

in another Backstage segment Jesse Ventura was being interviewed about his upcoming KOTR quater final match up against kazuchika Okada. This interview however is interrupted by Nigel McGuinness Who laughs at Ventura thinking he can withstand the test of the best modern wrestler Japan had to offer. The former announce colleagues almost come to blows before McGuinness' music plays and he heads to the ring for his own KOTR match up.

However before we jump straight into the Tournament itself there was one last thing That Nick Bockwinkel owed us a retrospective on. An interesting look into his own run ins with soon to be Hall of Famers and perhaps surprisingly most recently of note the huge stir revolving around D'lo Brown and his contract!

Bockwinkel had obviously not taken too kindly to the return of Kenta Kobashi & Mitsuharu Misawa nor the fact that he was made announce it and their being honored as the first ever BWA Hall of Famers himself. The shine had been completely taken off his recent arrival in the company especially as he had been parading around claiming the be the only draft HOFer after his induction in a promotion last year. However he was not the only one who took a disliking to the returning fan favorites as world champion Roman Reigns saw them and their association with kazuchika Okada (who was after his world title) to be a thorn in his side.

Bockwinkel sided with the champ and not only did he make it so that Okada had to earn any shot at the champ by entering the KOTR tournament he also gave Roman's family The Usos a clear run at the tag titles by making on the Raw before the PPV Kobashi & Misawa face each other for the final spot in the KOTR tournament. They had wanted a shot at the tag belts but instead were the only people forced to compete in a qualifying match for a singles birth that also meant they would be unavailable for tag competition. Kobashi was victorious in a fight that could have gone either way but still shook his partners hand after truly having a lot taken out of him in the encounter.

Despite the positive conclusion of the encounter it wasn't what fans wanted to see but it was also no surprise, the surprise came when the video focused on D'Lo Brown and his antics at the PPV

D'Lo marched out to ringside just as he had done a few weeks earlier during the "State of the BWA" press conference and made his feeling known during the KOTR preshow main event segment. ....

D'Lo: I told you to either use me or lose me BWA, I gave you the deadline of the KOTR PPV Bockwinkle! so whats it going to be?

**out came Representative of the board, Nick Bockwinkel**

Bockwinkel: I'm sorry D'Lo. You see you were just never in the BWA boards plans. They don't see a spot for you at Wrestlepalooza so why put you on the card building to it?

D'Lo:No good, gawd damn... well then trade me already!

Bockwinkel: Ahh there's the thing, we can't do that either you see Bruce Wayne wasn't the only recent investor the promotion brought in. They needed the money and to be honest D'Lo we never drafted you... You were gifted to us by this investor, it's he who bought out your contract not the BWA so to be honest I couldn't trade you even if I wanted to.

**D'Lo looks dejected and a little confused before he responds**

D'Lo: but... who is this investor? who holds my contract?

Bockwinkle: I'll tell you and help you but you will have to promise to do something for me too.

**D'Lo clearly nods and seems like he would have agreed to anything but Bockwinkle takes him to the back to give him his answers in private**

The next night on Raw it was revealed that the investor in question was none other than Luca Brasi. The board has gotten involved with the mafia! how bad must money issues have been in the BWA this year for them to have gotten involed with Don Corleone's man.

KOTR

BWA King of The Ring quarter final round

Jimmy Snuka vs Kenta Kobashi

This bout started as a hard hitting affair with Kobashi argueably on top but D'Lo was hovering at ringside and after promising to prove to Nick Bockwinkel earlier he was worth having around Kenta didn't trust his presence at ringside. This distraction lead to an opportunity which Snuka took to dropkick an unsuspecting Kobashi and follow it up with his imfamous Superfly Splash for the win!

--One of the early favorites out, Kobashi looks like he wants to kill D'Lo who scurries to the back

George Hakenschmidt vs Robert Swensen

This is old school grappler Hackenschmidt versus the man he thinks was the 6'2 clown who attacked him at the BWA press conference, except this time another clown in the form of doink plays a pivital point. He arrives at ringside mid match and leads the crowd in what Hakenchmidt finds to be a very distraction 20 count. When he gets to 0 the lights in the arena go out and his distorted carnival music plays. When the lights eventually return Swensen is now done up in his full Bane costume and looks like a Beast!

After a short armed lariat Bane Swensen then grabbed the legend of the golden age of Wrestling and hit a back breaker like the one he broke Batman's back with (a move I doubt was popular back in Hackenschmitd's day) for the 3 count.

--A surprise here no doubt but surely such shenanigans will be less prevalent in future rounds

El Santo vs Nigel McGuinness

This is the match where Nigel transitions to a straight up heel from his previous more tweener leaning, he uses every underhanded tactic he can to gain an advantage against The true babyface El Santo but he just can't put him away. Suddenly when the tables were turned and he was placed in El Santo's La de a Caballo (Camel clutch) he was the one struggling to hang on. He looked like he was injured but still acted as a punk towards his opponent to the last which is why the crowd loved it when El Santo hit his Tope de Cristo (Diving headbutt) for the win.

-- A legend of Mexican wrestling moves on and we can expect another classic from him on this same show!

Kazuchika Okada vs Jesse Ventura

No surprise here, although Ventura did his best. The match went over 20mins and the longer it went on the more the announce team kept referencing what Ventura's former announce partner Nigel McGuinness had to say earlier. As it seemed that Jesse could not keep up with the pace of his younger opponent and slowly but surely faded until he was easy pray for someone as accomplished as Okada. A perfect Dropkick is followed up by his Rainmaker Lariat and Kazuchika progresses.

---Okada moves to the next round but the story at this point may be with eliminated Ventura, can he still hang with the best of today?

**We are then shown the one relevant backstage promo to the next round of match ups**

We see Bane backstage with Doink and he asks him about Jimmy Snuka. Unfortunately however his clown chum informs him that Snuka is a man without fear and that in his next bout Robert Swensen would have to face off against The Superfly. **Lights Flash** suddenly he is no longer dressed in his full Bane gear as his music hits for his Semi-Final bout.

Semi Final match-ups

Jimmy Snuka vs Robert Swensen

Swensen when not seen as Bane does not come off half as intimidating but you can't help but note how impressive Snuka looks as he takes apart the big man who only a little earlier tonight had defeated the great George Hackenschmidt. He eventually gets the three count after his Superfly Splash but no doubt he would have been tested much more had he faced Bane instead of Swensen.

--- Jimmy Snuka will be hard to beat in the final after having had the easier route there and no doubt being the most rested

Kazuchika Okada vs El Santo

This match goes well over 30mins on it's own and built to a finish which included many false finishes that could have gone either way. Eventually Okada gets the win here when he has to hit El Santo with not 1, nor 2 but 3 Rainmaker Lariats to ensure he stayed down but before then El Santo could have easily gotten the victory. A Victory which was almost tarnished when around the 30 minute mark Jimmy Snuka Had charged down to ringside and attacked both competitors. The way the announcers saw it whoever survived would not even be at 50% when they had to face him in the final.

KOTR Final match-up

Kazuchika Okada vs Jimmy "Superfly" Snuka

This match takes place only after the BWA doctor gives Okada a checking having already had nearly an hour in the ring. Snuka meanwhile is far fresher and uses this to his advantage as the final round bout progresses. He intentionally takes his time and tries to wear out his Japanese opponent but Okada uses his 3 matches in this one night to really show the American audiences watching at home why he was the IWGP champion so long and talked of as the best in the world. He fights a little like an underdog to begin with as a result but has the crowd on the edge of their seat be it with his selling or his comeback after which nobody questions his ability as it happens nearly 25m plus into this his 3rd bout with (this time) a fresher opponent who also attacked him in his last match.

A reversal by Okada into a jumping Tombstone piledriver no less makes the place go unglued and yet that was only the set up for his Rainmaker! Lariat for the win!

Winner:

Kazuchika Okada

Immediately after the match Okada extends his hand out to Snuka and helps him to his feet only for BANG! Superfly catches him with an unexpected head butt which causes him to stumbled back into the path of The Usos who had seemingly just appeared out of nowhere before CRACK! double superkick from them to Okada. Things get even worse though when **Roman Reigns' music hits** and The Big Dog Joining the party, first berating Okada whom Jimmy & Jey hold up while Roman with title in hand spits hot garbage at him about Okada not being on his level before backing up an HURAWW Spear!

King Okada looks to be heading to Wrestlepalooza to take on the champ but after watching this review of the past few weeks were not even sure if he will make it to Raw next week. Lucky for him it didn't get anyworse however as moments late Mitsuharu Misawa & Kenta Kobashi came charging down the ring with security behind them which lead to Reign's and his Family backing out of the ring and away from their adversaries... for now!

BWA Roster 2018
Roman Reigns
Dusty Rhodes
Kazuchika Okada
Kenta Kobashi
Mitsuharu Misawa
Jimmy Snuka
Jimmy Uso
Jey Uso
Naomi
Tamina
Manami Toyota
Aja Kong
Jesse Ventura
Nigel McGuinness
Nick Bockwinkle
El Santo
Val Venis
The Godfather
Adam "Batman" West
Doink
George Hackenschmidt
Robert "Bane" Swensen
Lenny "luca Brasi" Montana

Mr. Guappa

WWE Network presents.....

GWA: March to Madness
(Episode 1)


March to Madness follows the Gaelic Wrestling Association as it prepares for the network TV special: March Madness

A montage airs of headlines from various newspapers and websites:

RTE.IE: “RTE to air 3-hour wrestling supershow”

THE IRISH TIMES: “Unknown wrestling promotion secures 3-hour primetime slot”

THE IRISH STAR: “WRESTLE-MANIACS: RTE ENTERS THE GRAPPLE GAME”

JOE.IE: “GWA secures prime time show”

 


WWE Headquarters, Stamford Connecticut

We are in Stephanie McMahons office. Joining Stephanie are WWE Champion Stone Cold Steve Austin and Joey Styles.


Stephanie: “Steve, Joey, we’re sending you to Ireland for a few weeks.

Teddy Long has this promotion over there, the GWA, and they’ve got a 3 hour TV special in primetime on the national broadcaster, RTE.

WWE owns a 49% stake in the GWA, and we just want you to head over, do a bit of promotional stuff, and make sure everything runs smoothly.

Look, this GWA is red hot, has a great buzz, so this should be a breeze for you two.

At the end of the day, our name is going to be associated with this, so we don’t want any surprises.


Stone Cold: “WrestleMania is coming up, should I not be here to promote that?”


Stephanie: “I know it’s the Road to WrestleMania, but we’ll keep you off TV while we sort out a #1 contender for you.

No physical stuff over there now, use this chance to freshen up.

I’m going to send this camera crew with you, to follow the lead-up to the big show.

They are going to put together a documentary on this for the WWE network.

We sent Al Snow over a few weeks ago to work as a trainer, and take the rough edges off their guys.”


Stone Cold: “C’mon Joey, Let’s go stomp some Irish ass”


Stephanie: “STEVE! No physical stuff”

 


Two Days later…..

Stone Cold and Joey Styles arrive backstage at a school gym in Dublin where a GWA live event is in progress.

The pair see a poster advertising the talent on hand for the show:





Stone Cold: “I thought Stephanie said the GWA was a red hot promotion? Not much of a lineup, eh Joey? Look at this dump, and the place is half empty.”

Joey Styles: “Looks like a 4 year old put that poster together on MS Paint”


Al Snow, who has been working as a trainer with the GWA talent for the past few weeks, comes over to greet the lads.


Al Snow: “Not much talent here guys. One or two ex-WWE names, but it’s slim pickings.

They’re going to struggle to put together a card for this supershow in a few weeks time.

There’s a few talented ladies alright. There’s a new local girl that has a great look and huge potential.

She’s in the ring at the moment......"





The guys peer through the curtain to see a young rookie named Becky Lynch dismantle her opponent.

The crowd is impressed by this new female star.

WWE Champion Stone Cold Steve Austin is also impressed

Stone Cold: “Hell, That girl’s got potential to go far”

GWA owner Teddy Long joins the trio


Teddy Long: “Welcome to Ireland playa’s”


Stone Cold: “Teddy, what the hell? I thought this GWA was supposed to be red hot?


Teddy Long: “We were thriving playa. Loads of talented youngsters. Sell outs every week.

Then WWE bought a 49% stake and stole all the talent. Ever since, we’ve been struggling man.

But, don’t fear playa, I’ve got some contacts, we’re gonna be fine by the time March Madness comes around.

Anyway, I gotta run, huge #1 contender match up next.. holla holla”
 

Claudio Castagnoli is set to face off against Sabu for the right to face GWA Champion Chris Hero at GWA March Madness in the 3 Arena next month.

Will Castagnoli get the shot at his former tag team partner, or will Sabu get another title shot, having coming up short in four recent title bouts?

The bell rings, but instead of locking up, Castagnoli grabs the house microphone.





“I’ve had it up to here with this business.

I busted my ass for years in the WWE and they cast me aside like a piece of thrash.

I was Cesaro there, but I can’t use that name anymore.

Well Claudio Castagnoli doesn’t sell many tickets, does he?

I’m sick and tired of busting my ass in empty gyms like this. Sabu, it’s your lucky day”

Castagnoli drops the microphone, and steps out of the ring, as the referee commences his count:


1.. 2.. 3.. 4.. 5.. 6.. 7.. 8.. 9.. 10


Ring announcer: “The winner of this match, by countout, and new #1 contender: Sabu"


Sabu, and the crowd, look stunned as Castagnoli walks to the back, and apparently out of the GWA

 
Stone Cold: “Joey, this place is in trouble.

We gotta tell Stephanie she needs to send over some superstars or this TV special is going to turn WWE into a laughing stock.

Joey, Hey Joey, JOEY! Get your head out of that phone, we’re in the sh*tter here”


Joey Styles: “Steve, social media is blowing up over this Young Bucks video, you need to see this………………”

Matt and Nick Jackson wave to camera

Matt: “Hello Stephanie, WWE wants us to ‘cease and desist?’

Nick: "Well Teddy Long has booked us on March Madness. Teddy’s got final say, so there’s nothing you can do."

Matt: "That’s right, The Young Bucks are coming to the GWA, and we’re going to steal the show."

Nick: "That’s right Steph, you don’t mind if we call you Steph, do you Steph?"

Matt: "March Madness Steph - You’re footing the bill, and we’re the star attraction."

Nick: "Your name is on the cheque, and The Young Bucks will be getting over on YOUR dime."

Matt: "So, Steph, we just want to say thanks so much for giving The Young Bucks this platform to get ourselves over."

Nick: "Oh, and we’re not coming alone………"


*camera pans out to reveal The Villain, Marty Scurll*




Matt: "And Steph, if you’ve got a problem with this, you know what you can do:"

Nick: "S*CK IT, S*CK IT, S*CK IT, S*CK IT, S*CK IT, S*CK IT, S*CK IT, S*CK IT!”

Stone Cold: “Man, Stephanie is going to be so pissed”



*ROLL CREDITS*

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Tune in next week for Episode 2 of March to Madness:

- How will Stephanie McMahon respond to The Young Bucks video?

- Has Teddy Long any more surprise names up his sleeve?

- Which WWE talents will Stephanie send to Ireland to bolster March Madness?

- What's in store for GWA superstars Candice LeRae and Marty Jannetty?

- Chris Hero is set to defend his GWA title against Sabu at March Madness. Will their paths cross before then?

- Have we seen the last of Cesaro?

Kolido

***KWK Friday Knight Fire - Episode 1***

Venue: Prudential Center, Newark, New Jersey
Attendance: 17,855
Date: 02/16/18
Commentators: Vic Mann & Jessy Prince

Vic Mann: Welcome everyone to Friday Knight Fire. I’m Vic Mann alongside Jessy Prince. We are jam packed here at the Prudential Center for our first outing on the road to Kingdomkalling.
Jessy Prince: Well Mann you got that right, with the Outsiders and X-Pac stating their intent at the press conference earlier this week, they will be here tonight to rightly take their seat at the top of the food chain.
Mann: Yes indeed, what a callus act on the behalf of those thugs, embarrassing our chairman like that.
Prince: Embarrassing?... You heard them did you not, Big Johnny invited them.
Mann: Yes..well...Folks we’ve got a great show in store for you tonight, we kick off the tag team tournament with the first semi-final match-up, where the old school meet the not so old school. The team of Brutus ‘The Barber’ Beefcake and Greg ‘The Hammer’ Valentine take on The New Age Outlaws in what promises to be mammoth contest.
We also have a No.1 contender match for the World Heavyweight Championship, with the winner moving on to Kigndomkalling to face the man, who John Laurinaitis claims, he will announce right here next week. Edge will face-off against Sycho Sid. Now we are going to kick things off with The Cutting Edge, let’s take you down to ringside.

Music and pyros hit, out walk Edge to a tremendous applause. He walks to the ring and takes to the mic.

Edge: Wow...just wow...you guys are awesome. You know I’ve been wrestling for a logn logn time, but this feel like home. My guest tonight, is a guy I would call spectacular, but perhaps also a coward. A coward in the fact he never fights alone. He called me out a few days ago, so I’m calling him out now, ladies and gentlemen, Kevin Nash.

Nash makes his way to the ring, not showing much respect to the fans he seems focused on one person. Crowd are booing and cheering, one guy at ringside is dressed in a Diesel attire, he gets a hi-five from Nash.

Edge: So Kevin, I can call you Kevin, right? You've been around for a long time, so have I for that matter, you know how things go down. You call me out, i call you out. So let's hear it, why are here at KWK?
Nash: Well first off, I don't care what you call me, okay? I'm here for one thing and one thing only, to win the Heavyweight title. Now you're facing Sid in a No.1 contender match with the winner facing Johnny’s hand-picked champion. Well it doesn't take a genius to know who that is.
Edge: So you're saying it's you?
Nash: I'm saying you know who it is, I know who it is, we all know who it is. If by some miracle you beat Sid, it you and me brother.

NWO music hit, Hall and X-Pac are making their way to the ring.

Mann: What the hell are these guys doing here, can't Nash fight his own battles?
Prince: I guess they just want to say hello. Go down and ask them why don't you.
Mann: No thank you!

Edge: Hey hey...what are these guys doing here.
Nash: Gee I don't know, you're not scared are you?

Hall and X-Pac enter the ring.

Hall: Hey Yo Edge, what's happening bro? You look unsettled.

NWO start throwing The Cutting Edge set out off the ring. Edge is not liking what he sees.

Suddenly music hits, it's Christian and Gangrel, they make their way quickly to the ring. NWO leave the ring and begin to retreat up the ramp, with smirks on their faces, as if to say, not now.

*Commercial Break*

Prince: Well I think that interview went off without a hitch.
Mann: What the hell are you talking about, did you not see what happened. I don't think we've seen the end of this. Let’s go to the ring, our first match is about to get under way.

Announcer: Ladies and gentlemen, this is our 1st Tag Team Tournament semi-finals match. Introducing first, making their way to the ring at a combined weight of 520 lbs, the team of Brutus ‘ The Barber’ Beefcake and Greg ‘The Hammer’ Valentine, The Dream Team.
And their opponents, at a combined weight of 501 lbs, representing DX, Billy Gunn and Road Dogg, The New Age Outlaws.

Road Dogg: Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, children of all ages...D-Generation X proudly brings to you, the soon to be KWK, TAG TEAM CHAMPIONS OF THE WOOOOORLD! The Road Dogg, Jessie James! The Badd Ass, Billy Gunn! The NEW...AGE...OUTLAWS!
Billy Gunn: And if you ain't down with that, we got two words for 'ya...SUCK IT!

Mann: Well what a matchup we have here Prince, the winner will go on to the finals at our very first ppv.
Prince: The Dream Team look like they just crawled out of an old folks home, can't see this one lasting long.

And the match gets underway. Gunn and Beefcake start this one of. They circle the ring measuring each other and eventually lock horns. Beefcake gets the better of Gunns who retreats to the corner and tags in Dogg. A couple of hip tosses by Beefcake and the action has spilled to the outside. Ref is yelling at them to get into ring. Valentine is now in there with Gunn and after a belly to back suplex, Gunns is reeling on the ropes, Valentine tries to apply the figure four leglock but Dogg comes in with an elbow drop. Beefcake is in there now, looks like Gunn got a tag on Dogg who is now the legal man in the ring. He smashes Beefcake to the outside. Gunn is back up, gets a tag, and it's fame-ass-er time. Valentines is down.

1..2..3...WINNERS THE NEW AGE OUTLAWS

Mann: Well a gallant effort on the part of The Dream Team, but I guess they were no match for the younger NAO
Prince: Someone order them a taxi back to the old folks home.

Beefcake and Valentine know they were beaten by the younger, more energetic team and offer a handshake of respect. Gunn and Dogg are in no mood for niceties, they tose Beefcake and Valentine to the outside. They rip off their DX shirts to reveal the black and white of NWO.

Mann: What in the world, does this mean they have join NWO?
Prince: Well either that, or they are partial to a nice shirt.

NWO music hits as Gunn and Dogg make their way to the back. Half the arena are booing, half are cheering.

Back at ringside, Kelly Kelly and Eve Torres are making their way down the ramp to a rather somber reception.

Eve: So Kelly, I hear Wendi Richter has joined KWK and is looking to get a title match.
Kelly: She can look all she wants, it's obvious John will award the title to us, we can invoke the Freebird rule. Given there is no one else here, we can just sit back and enjoy the privileges of being champions.
Eve: Well I guess the only other option is we could face each other....haha, like I would fight my best friend.

Wendi Richter appear at the top of the ramp, there is no music.

Wendi: You have it all figured out ladies don't you. I told Mr. Laurinaitis when I signed for KWK that I wanted a title shot. If that means facing both of you then so be it.
Eve: Wendi, when is the last time you were in a ring, what are you, like 60? I would feel bad beating up an old lady.

Johnny appears on the arena jumbotron

John: Ladies..ladies, I have an urgent call to make right now, but I promise you I will take care of this next week, in fact, there will be a Ladies championship match at Kingdomkalling, details to be announced next week.

*Commercial Break*

We are backstage and John Laurinaitis is talking on the phone with someone, David Otunga is standing behind and slightly to the side with a thermos of coffee.

John: Yes Sir, we have everything under control, I can assure you tonight will go off without incident. Thank you Sir, have a nice evening.
David: Who was that on the phone?
John: The missus...who do you think it was, the chairman of course. You know, he has shown great confidence in me, and why wouldn't he.
David: Sure

Camera pans out and we see Shane Douglas approach.

Shane: Hey John, long time, no see.
John: Hello Shane....did you want something?
Shane: Just wanted to say hey, so who is this geek?
John: That is my trusted assistant, Mr. Otunga. Listen Shane, we may go back a long way, way may have been dudes back in the day, maybe even dynamic, but a lot has changed. Some people have done better for themselves than others. I'm a GM now. I don't really have time for small talk.
Shane: Okay, whatever you say. So tell me, who do you have lined up for me at the ppv?
John: Who says you have a match at the ppv? We have a lot of guys on our roster and you're just a small fish in the ocean now. But, if you want a match, I might just have someone for you, you will face Mr. Otunga. He is the smartest person I know, accept for me obviously.
Shane: Smart eh...well we will see about that. Well geek, I will see you at the ppv.

Mann: Well Shane Douglas is keane to get on the card at Kingdomkalling and you know David Otunga is no sloth.
Prince: Have a feeling Douglas has bitten off more than he can chew
Mann: I'm getting word of an incident backstage, let see if we can get a camera crew back there.

Backstage, a number of guys are beating lumps out of someone, can't make out who. They are all wearing NWO shirts.

Mann: What on earth is happening, that looks like Sycho Sid on the ground, and is that Heath Slater wearing an NWO shirt.
Prince: Looks very much like him, and NAO and X-Pac are there. You know Mann, Sid has a match up shortly with Edge, this is not going to help him.
Mann: Help him!...I very much don't he will be able to compete. Wait a minute, there is another beating taking place around the corner, can we get footage. That looks like Edge, yes it is indeed Edge and Hall and Nash and is that Daivari. We need to get some security back there, these guys have a match next, how in the world is this happening.
Prince: There may be no matchup if this continues.

Christian, Gangrel, and Ahmed Johnson arrive and brake up the fighting, NWO are retreating.

Mann: At last we have some order restored. Folks after the break, we will bring you our main event, No.1 contender match for the WHC, Edge v Sycho Sid, we'll be right back.

*Commercial Break*

Announcer: Ladies and gentlemen, this is our main event for tonight and it is a No.1 contender match for the World Heavyweight Championship. Introducing first, making his way to the ring weighting in at 320 lbs, Sycho Sid. And his opponent, at a weight of 245 lbs, representing The Brood, Edge.

Mann: What a matchup this promises to be. You know Prince, Sid has faced Nash many times before in the WWF, if he happens to win here tonight and Nash is indeed Mr. Laurinaitis' hand-pick champion, there will be no love lost.
Prince: Well first off, it's called the WWE, and secondly, Nash has beaten Sid many times.
Mann: WWE?... well I haven't watched it for a long time, that's a new one on me. Anyhow, let’s get to the action.

Edge and Sid get ready to look up, Edge offers a handshake but Sid pushes it away. Edge gets the upper hand with some cheap shots, unlike him but there is a lot at stake here. Sid tries to gather himself, Edge of the ropes with a clothesline and puts the big man down. Back and forth for the next few minutes as neither can mount any momentum. Out of nowhere, Sid has Edge up and is going for a powerbomb but Edge hammers at his head and gets his feet on the mat.
This one is going the distance as neither are giving up. Edge is thrown to the outside, just gets back in on the 9 count. An elbow from the second turnbuckle and Sid is down. Edge is measuring Sid for the spear.

Members of the NWO are making their way to the ring

Edge is distracted and Sid composes himself, he now has Edge up for the powerbomb, but he has powerbombed Edge over the top rope and he land on the NWO members. NWO are on their feet and throw Edge back in not before getting some cheap shots in. Nash is on the apron, Sid goes again for the powerbomb, covers Edge but the ref is busy trying to get Nash of the apron.
Edge is up again, and a spear out of nowhere, is this it, 1...2... Hall grabs Edge's legs and pulls him out. NWO are hamming on him.

Wait, Christian and Gangrel are on their way to the ring, it's mayhem.

Mann: This is getting out of control, get some security down here for god's sakes.

Edge is back in, but is struggling, Sid with the choke slam.

1...2...3...WINNER SYCHO SID

Sid is standing victorious in the ring, mayhem outside the ring with NWO, Christian, Gangrel, and security.

John Laurinaitis appears at the top of the ramp with mic in hand, reluctant to get any closer. Of course David Otunga is with him.

John: Guys..Guys...break it up. We have our WHC match for Kingdomkalling. But Edge, don't feel so down, you have in fact won a Kingdom Championship match, against my hand-picked champion, again to be announced right here next week. But that’s now all, right in this very ring next week, we will have a double championship contract signing.

John Laurinaitis retreats backstage before anyone can question him.

Mann: Well I've seen the assassination of president Kennedy, man landing on the moon, but never did I expect to witness a double contract signing live in this very ring next week.
Prince: Mann how old are you?
Mann: I'd rather not discuss that right now. So there you have it, next week a live double contract signing, the 2nd Tag Team Tournament semi-finals and much more. Be sure to tune in. From me, Vic Mann and Jessy Prince, goodnight folks.

Next show


Friday Knight Fire - Episode 2: Road to Kingdomkalling

Kolido

***KWK Friday Knight Fire - Episode 2: Road to Kingdomkalling***

Venue: Meadowlands Arena, East Rutherford, New Jersey
Attendance: 19,8735
Date: 02/23/18
Commentators: Vic Mann & Jessy Prince

Mann: Welcome everyone to Friday Knight Fire - Road to Kingdomkalling. I’m Vic Mann alongside Jessy Prince. We are soled out here at the Meadowlands Arena in what promises to be an explosive night.
Prince: Mann I can’t wait for this one, who has our GM hand-picked for the championship matches at Kingdomkalling?
Mann: Indeed!...We will find out tonight with an unprecedented double contract signing. Not forgetting, we have the 2nd semi-final of the Tag Team Tournament.
Prince: That’s right, Christian and Gangrel will take on The Prime Time Players.
Mann: The winners of that one will go one to face The New Age Outlaws for the Tag Team belts this coming Sunday.

NWO music hits, out walks Nash, Hall, X-Pac, Heath Slater, Shawn Daivari, and NAO. They make their way to the ring and Nash has the mic in hand.

Nash: Well..well...well..how many guys have we got now. I make it 7. You know, when you’re as dominant as NWO, everyone wants a piece of the action. Sid, Edge..I’m sure you know who you will be facing on Sunday, but we will leave that until later tonight. You all saw last week what happens when you stick your noses in our business, so Christian and Gangrel, I suggest you stay out of our way.
Hall: Hey Yo..what’s happening New Jersey? Since you’re all so quiet, I’m guessing nothing, heh Pac!
X-Pac: New Jersey, you’re only a New York wannabe.

John Laurinaitis appears on the jumbotron.

John: Gentlemen please, come see me in my office and we will discuss any issues you have. Right now we need to get a match underway.

*Commercial Break*

Mann: Welcome back folks, just before the break, we saw the NWO in the ring insulting the great New Jersey crowd here tonight, but thankfully they have now left the ring and we are about to get our 1st match underway.
Prince: They just said what we’re all thinking Mann!

Announcer: Ladies and gentlemen, this is the 2nd semi-final of the Tag Team Tournament. Introducing 1st, representing the Brood, at a combined weight of 461 lbs, the team of Christian and Gangrel. And their opponents, at a combined weight of 509 lbs, Titus O’Neil and Darren Young, The Prime Time Players

Mann: What a matchup we have here Prince, Christian and Gangrel know the squared circle inside out but will they have enough to keep up with the younger Prime Time Player.
Prince: You know what Mann, I don’t care who wins, let’s just get on with it.
Mann: Charming, well the action is about to get underway.

It’s Christian and Darren Young to kick this one of. Lots of energy from the start. Off the ropes from Christian and a double cross body and both men are down. Young is first up and makes the tag. Titus is not letting Christian rest, he has him up over his head and drops him to the mat. The power of Titus is quite amazing. Titus has this one under control until a drop kick out of nowhere and Christian gets the tag. Gangrel is controlling Titus, he is not happy at all. Young is in now, somehow got a tag, Titus is on the apron, looks like he is shouting at Young. Action is moving fast, Gangrel with a tag to Christian. Christian of the ropes with an elbow to the head. Young is reeling in the corner. Suplex to Young, took a lot out of Christian also. Tag to Gangrel, he has Young covered, 1.2… and he kicksout. Gangrel is working on the legs, Young can barely stand. Out of nowhere, a ddt from Young, now he finally gets a tag to Titus. Titus is still screaming at Young, in the meantime, Christian gets the tag, Titus turns around and Christian with the Killswitch.

1..2..3… WINNERS CHRISTIAN AND GANGREL

Christian and Gangrel advance to the Tag Team Finals on Sunday. They offer a handshake but Titus is still not happy and flips them off. The winners leave the ring and head to the back. Titus is still shouting at Young. Looks like they have sorted things out though and are about to leave, suddenly a clothesline from Titus on Young.

Mann: What on earth is Titus doing, that’s his tag team partner.
Prince: Was I would think is the correct term.

Titus is still hammering at Young, more refs and security are in there now to retrain Titus. Eventually they get him off Young and he retreats to the backstage to a chorus of boos.


We are backstage with Todd Chippendale, who has caught up with the GM, John Laurinaitis.

Todd: Excuse me Johnny, can I get a quick word.
John: It’s Mr. Laurinaitis to you, what do you want?
Todd: Sorry Mr. Laurinaitis, last week you said you would make an announcement regarding the Ladies Championship match this coming Sunday at Kingdomkalling, are you in a position to tell us what that announcement will be now?
John: I have got so many people looking to speak with me this past few weeks, my assistant’s phone is ringing off the hook. But yes, I have come to a decision on the Ladies Championship match, and I can reveal it now. This Sunday at Kingdonkalling, it will be Wendi Richter versus Kelly Kelly and Eve for the title. A 1 on 2 matchup. So you go and write your report on that one Todd, I have more important people to meet with.

Suddenly Titus O’Neil approaches, he is shouting something or other.

Titus: Johnny, I’ve had enough of that no good Darren, I’m a singles competitor now, and I want a match with Darren this Sunday. Make it happen.
John: Calm down Titus, it’s not that simple.
Titus: I said make it happen.
John: Okay..Okay..you got your match for Sunday.
Todd: Well things are developing quickly back here. So there you have it Vic and Jessy, a 1 v 2 match involving Wendi Richter, Kelly Kelly and Eve for the Ladies Championship this Sunday, and it will be Titus O’Neil versus former tag team partner, Darren Young. back to you guys.

Mann: Well what about that Prince, I’m telling you, Wendi got a raw deal on this one.
Prince: Raw deal!...she was the one who suggested it last week. You know Mann, if you weren’t here, I’d smack you one.
Mann: Well that doesn’t make much sense, and how about The Prime Time Players facing off against each other, I really thought these guys were inseparable.
Prince: People say the same about us, but don’t test me.

And we are backstage again with John Laurinaitis and David Otunga, it appears they are looking for someone.

John: What the hell are you doing here Shane, this is the girls’ locker room. Get the hell out of here.
Shane: This is my classroom actually John, and the name is Dean now. I have been analysing the moves of this geek you have with you and I have everything calculated for our upcoming match on Sunday.
John: What are you talking about you’re Dean? All I know is you need to pack up all this crap and get out of here ASAP.
David: Wait Mr. Laurinaitis, I think I know what’s going on, this guy thinks he is smarter than me. Is that right?
Shane: Not think, know.
John: Okay, so let me get this straight, you both are smart, you both have a match on Sunday. So let’s add a little stipulation. This will not be no ordinary match, this will be a scroll on a pole match, first man to grab the scroll, wins. Now, the ladies are having coffee in my office, when they get back here, you better be packed up and gone.

Mann: Well Prince, what about that...a scroll on a pole match.
Prince: That’s a genius idea Mann!.
Mann: Well folks, for those who haven’t been living under a rock for the last week, you will have seen a post by Ahmed Johnson on Instagram stating his disgust at the antics of the NWO. It may all come to a head tonight as he has earned himself a match with Heath Slater.
Prince: You know Ahmed should have kept his mouth shut, nothing good is going to come of this for him.
Mann: Well personally, I think he is a man of integrity. Join us after the break as we have that match up next.

*Commercial Break*

Announcer: The following match is scheduled for 1 fall, introducing 1st, weighting in at 305 lbs, the Pearl River Powerhouse, Ahmed Johnson. An his opponent, making his way to the ring, now representing the NWO, weighting in at 220 lbs, Heath Slater

Mann: Well Ahmed holds the weight advantage in this one and with his power, I can only see one winner in the one.
Prince: Of course you can only see one winner, that’s how the most matched end!

This one kicks of, Heath try to offer a handshake, Ahmed, the gullible chap he is, falls for it. A kick to the gut from Heath. Ahmed eventually gets the upper hand and a powerbomb to Slater. 1..2.. Kick out.
It’s all Ahmed now, X-Pac and Daivari are making their way to the ring. Doesn’t look like Ahmed has noticed them yet. Action spills to the outside. Ref is trying to keep X-Pac and Daivari back, Slater has a chair in his hand, smacks Ahmed on the back and crawl back into the ring. This one ain't over yet though. The ref is counting, he has got to 9 and Ahmed is back in. He is still feeling that chairshot. Slater is up on the second buckle, down with the elbow, but Ahmed moves out of the way and is now on his feet. He has Slater up for the Plunger but X-Pac and Daivari are now in the ring. All 3 are hammerng him, looks like they are sending a statement. They finally stop and leave a badly beaten Ahmed in the middle of the ring. They taunting the crowd who are not liking what they see. The trio make their way up the ramp and Ahmed is back on his feet in the ring.

WINNER BY DQ AHMED JOHNSON.

Mann: Ahmed is giving chase backstage, let’s keep the cameras rolling.

Ahmed is running around backstage, looks like he lost Slater, Daivari, and X-Pac. But luckily he has bumped into Mr. Laurinaitis.

Ahmed: You call yourself a GM, did you see what happened out there, NWO are out of control and you’re sitting back doing nothing.
John: Yes I did see what happened out there, and I’m about to do something about it. How about you get yourself a couple of partners and I will approve a match at Kingdomkalling.

Out of nowhere, Slater, Daivari, and X-Pac jump Johnson. They are kicking and throwing stage equipment on him. Wait...it’s Beefcake and Valentine, where did they come from. NWO are stunned and are beginning to retreat. Johnson is somehow back on his feet.

John: Well gentlemen, looks like you have a match. At Kigndomkalling it will be Johnson, Beefcake, and Valentine versus X-Pac, Slater, and Daivari.

Mann: Well up next we have the double contract signing, who has our GM handpicked for the championship matches at Kigndomkalling?
Prince: Well I’ll give ya 3 guesses Mann...N..W..O.
Mann: We’re going to find out very soon, here is the GM.

KWK General Manager John Laurinaitis makes his way to the ring. David Otunga is with him. He is waving and smiling at the crowd who appear to be laughing at him. They get to the ring and here we go.

John: Welcome New Jersey, the moment you have all be waiting for.
David: What’s Mr. Laurinaitis, us walking out here!
John: Well..you do have a point there David, I’m so glad I put you in that match with Shane Douglas. Where was I?...oh yes, the moment you have all been waiting for, is almost here. But first, let me unveil to you, the championship belts the 4 gentlemen in question will be battling it out for. First up is the Kingdom Championship, and here it is people, The World Heavyweight Championship.
David: Wow..I can see why it’s called the heavyweight title, it weighs a tonne.
John: Put that down David. Keep your hands off it. So people, The chairman has entrusted me to carry out this contract signing without expecting any controversy, and that’s exactly how’s it’s going to go. Without further ado, please let me ask to the ring at this time, 2 of the guys who will be fighting it out for each of the title, ladies and gentlemen, please welcome Edge and Sycho Sid.

The FKF intro music hits and out walks Edge and Sycho Sid to a thunderous applause. The fans are going wild. Edge is working the crowd and Sid is focused as usual with a few fist bumps on the way to the ring.

John: Gentlemen please, take your seats, I have prepared name tags on the table. And now ladies and gentlemen, be on your feet as I introduce to you, my hand-picked champions, who I have no doubt will win both title this Sunday, I give you Scott Hall and Kevin Nash.

NWO music hits, the crowd are booing the roof of the place. Nash and Hall are no stranger to this reception and are loving it. No sign of that Diesel fan at ringside tonight. Nash and Hall are in the ring and shake hands with Mr. Laurinaitis.

John: Welcome..welcome gentlemen, please take a seat at your respective places. As you can see now, Edge, you will be taking on Scott Hall for the Kingdom Championship, and Sid, you will be battling your old foe, Kevin Nash for the World Heavyweight Championship. Gentlemen, I’ve been informed that you all, with your representatives, have checked over the each contract, so please, go ahead and sign. If anyone of would like to address the fans and your opponents, the floor is yours.
Sid: I had a dream of going out on the high seas, but I wasn’t catching small fish, no, I was chasing sharks. Sharks are smart animals, they can smell blood miles away. So on the high seas, I had a dream within a dream, when I woke up twice, I realised who and what I was, THE MASTER AND RULER OF THE WORLD.
Edge: So Hall, it’s me and you. You keep your buddies away and I’ll keep mine away. We, do this..we do this one on one.
Nash: Hey Scott, get a load of this guy. Wake up Sid, we’re not dreaming here, this is real, the only world you are master and ruler of is your own world.
Hall: Hey Yo Edge….. Sure man, we can do this one on one, but maybe you should take a look at the fine print on that contract….
John: Yes..I was getting to that, you see Edge, this will be no ordinary match for the Kingdom Championship, this will be a Ladder Match.

The crowd go wild, Edge is no stranger to ladder matches. NWO music hits again.

Mann: What are these guys doing here, it’s the rest of NWO. Wait, all hell is breaking loose. It’s 7 on 2 in ring. Prince, this is not right.
Prince: Well perhaps they should have brought their buddies along.

Wait...more guys are running to the ring, her come Christian, Gangrel, Beefcake, Valentine, and Johnson. They are cleaning house. X-Pac gets a spear from Edge. Sid has Slater up and powerbombs him out over the top rope landing on top of his NWO teammates.

Mann: Crazy scenes here Prince at ringside, what started out as a contract signing has descended into mayhem.
Prince: Let’s be honest Mann, have you ever seen an in-ring contract signing end in anything but chaos.
Mann: Well I suppose you’re right, but still….Anyway, let’s summary what took place. We know that Edge will face Scott Hall in a ladder match for the Kingdom Championship this Sunday, of course both are no strangers to ladder matches so what a contest that’s going to be. And for the World Heavyweight Championship, it will be Sycho Sid versus Kevin Nash. Both have battled each other in the past and will no doubt know what to expect this Sunday. Not forgetting Prince, the special guest this Sunday is none other than Hollywood legend Chuck Norris.
Prince: I can’t wait Mann, not for Chuck Norris, but for Kingdomkalling this Sunday.
Mann: You and me both. Well that’s all we have for you tonight folks, what a night it’s been. Don’t forget to tune in for Kingdonkalling this Sunday live on PPV 7/4 Eastern. Until then everyone, good night.

Next Show


KingdomKalling

Kolido

***KWK - Kingdomkalling***

Venue: Madison Square Garden, New York City, New York
Attendance: 18,215
Date: 02/25/18
Commentators: Vic Mann & Jessy Prince

There comes a time when a hero has to rise, when a beast has to feed, and when a kingdom has to call. Tonight, one lady battles two, as she aims to put past demons to rest. Tonight, two warriors do battle for the Championship of a Kingdom, but first they will have to climb to the top. And tonight, two beasts meet again, for the World Heavyweight Championship.
And now….KWK presents….KingdomKalling

Mann: Welcome everyone to New York City...welcome everyone to Madison Square Garden….and welcome everyone to KingdomKalling. I’m Vic Mann along side Jessy Prince and what a night Prince we have in store.
Prince: Yes Mann, what a night indeed. You know I saw that lunatic Chuck Norris arriving earlier, now what I want to know is what bright spark came up with the idea of bringing him here tonight.
Mann:Yes Mr. Norris will be here as special host for the main event tonight as Sycho Sid does battle with his old enemy Kevin Nash for the world title. Of course Sid overcame Edge to win the right to face our GM’s hand-picked champion less than 2 weeks ago.
Prince: Well by the time tonight’s out, he’s going to wish he had lost that match 2 weeks ago.
Mann: We have 4 championships up for grabs here tonight, and none more exciting than the ladder match for the Kingdom Championship. Scott Hall faces Edge and both these superstars are innovators of the ladder match. Both have won titles in ladder matches before.
Prince: It’s a battle of the pioneers Mann.
Mann: Indeed Prince, now let go to the ring for our opening contest.

Announcer: Ladies and gentlemen, this is our opening contest and is scheduled for 1 fall. Introducing first, making their way to the ring at a combine weight of 815 lbs, the team of Brutus Beefcake, Greg Valentine, and Ahmed Johnson. And their opponents, representing NWO at a combined weight of 616 lbs, Shawn Daivari, Heath Slater, and X-Pac

Mann: What a matchup this should be Prince.
Prince: Well Mann, I said it before and I’ll say it again, who let these guys out of the old folks home!

Daivari and Johnson start this one off. Johnson with the upperhand from the start, quite a weight advantage on Daivari. Powerslam on Daivari and he has somehow retreated to the corner for a breather. Slater tags in. He tries to run around to avoid the big man but is thrown to the outside.
Beefcake is in now and Slater is back in the ring. A rake to the eye by Slater and Beefcake is tied up in the oppositions corner. All 3 are hammering him and Johnson and Valentine try to help but the ref is telling the to get out. Valentine goes around the outside and flips X-Pac of the ring apron. It’s already mayhem and this one just got started.
Ref has gained control eventually and it’s X-pac and Valentine in the ring now. Valentine using his experience on the more agile X-Pac. He tries for the figure 4 and almost has x-Pac locked in but Slater and Daivari are in to rescue him. Beefcake is tagged in and Daivari are the legal men in the ring. What an reception from the crowd for Beefcake. Irish whip by Daivari and Beefcake is in the corner, then falls to the centre. Daivari is up on the top turnbuckle and drop the elbow. Quick cover only gets a 2 count.
X-Pac tagged in and Beefcake is again in that familiar position in the corner, a bronco buster and x-Pac is up top, a moonsault and this is over. 1..2.. Kick out by Beefcake.
Slater tagged in. Beefcake still reeling, a neckbreaker by Slater and a cover, Slater has his feet on the bottom rope but the ref doesn’t see it, 1..2..3 and this one is over.

WINNERS X-Pac, Slater, and Daivari. Match time: 7:46

Valentine and Johnson are not happy at all. They are in the ring and get the better of the NWO members. They are cleaning house. It’s now Valentine, Beefcake, and Johnson standing tall in the ring as the NWO members retreat back up the ramp. Struttin' & Cuttin hits out over the arena and the crowd are on their feet. They may not have won the match but they are standing tall at the end.

Mann: Well Prince, they may not have won the match, but these guys have won over the crowd, what an ovation they are getting.
Prince: Yeah right, whatever you say Mann, just get them out of here so we can more on with the show.
Mann: Yes..well up next we have to guys, who just last week, were tag team partners. Let’s take a look at how this match came about.

Video package showing the break up of the Prime Time Players

Announcer: Ladies and gentlemen, this contest is scheduled for 1 fall. Introducing first, making his way to the ring at a weight of 270 lbs, from Live Oaks, Florida, Titus O’Neil. And him opponent, at a weight of 240 lbs, from Miami, Florida, Darren Young

Mann: Well it’s come to this Prince, I really don’t know what came over Titus last week, turning on his tag team partner, and more importantly, his friend like that.
Prince: Titus is like me, he has big ambitions and Darren Young was holding him back.

Both guys stare each other down, Young tries to reason with Titus and offers a hand of friendship and appears to be asking Titus why they are fighting. Titus slap Young across the face and does his dog chant. Titus with all the offence so far, after a number of suplexes and clothesline, young appears to be down and out.
Titus throw Young to the ropes again but young with a drop kick, could this be the comeback, well appears not. It’s all Titus again and and this one could have been over already, Titus just wants to humiliate Young.
An Enzuigiri out of nowhere from Young, Titus is down, Young’s chance now. A gutbuster on titus and a cover...1..2...kick out. This one is going back and forth… we thought it was over. Titus with the upper hand again, he puts Young up for the clash of the titus, but Young reverses it into a roll up...1..2..3..and it’s over!

WINNER Darren Young. Match time: 09:36

Young is up and leaves the ring immediately, Titus is one angry dog. He is screaming at the ref about a quick count. He eventually leaves the ring and runs to the back, presumably in search of Young.

Mann: Well what about that Prince, Darren Young with the win, you know, I don’t think we’ve seen the last of this one.
Prince: It was a quick count Mann, you saw it with your own eyes. I’m not surprised Titus is angry, he has every reason to be. But for once, I do agree with you, we’ve not seen the end of it.
Mann: Up next Prince it’s the battle for the Tag Team Championship, let’s have a look back at the lead up to this match.

Video package showing the tag Team Tournament and the lead up to the finals


We are backstage with Todd Chippendale as he gets a few words with Christian and Gangrel before the match.

Todd: Christian and Gangrel, you guys are just one match away from being crowned the first ever KWK World Tag Team Champions, how are you feeling.
Christian: Well Todd, we are feeling great, Captain Charisma and the big guy here would love nothing more than to be crowned the tag team champions and that exactly what we’re going to do, what you say buddy?
Gangrel: Gangrel smells blood and is very hungry, let’s go captain, laters Todd!

Todd catches up with the GM John Laurinaitis down the corridor as he is towered by the beast Sycho Sid

John: Calm down Mr. Sid, let’s handle this like adults.
Sid: John I’m not asking, I’m demanding that none of the NWO are at ringside for my match with Nash. Now make it happen.
John: Okay, I will invoke a ban on NWO members at ringside for the world championship match. You can rest assured it will be you versus Kevin Nash, and Kevin Nash alone.

Announcer: Ladies and gentlemen, this contest is scheduled for 1 fall and is for the KWK world Tag Team Championship. introducing 1st, representing the Brood, at a combined weight of 461 lbs, the team of Christian and Gangrel. And their opponents, at a combine weight of 501 lbs, representing NWO, Billy Gunn and Road Dogg, The New Age Outlaws.

Road Dogg: Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, children of all ages...NWO proudly brings to you, the soon to be KWK, TAG TEAM CHAMPIONS OF THE WOOOOORLD! The Road Dogg, Jessie James! The Badd Ass, Billy Gunn! The NEW...AGE...OUTLAWS!
Billy Gunn: And if you ain't down with that, we got two words for 'ya...SUCK IT!

Mann: Well Prince, no love lost here.
Prince: You’re damn right Mann, no love lost between you and me.
Mann: Well I was actually referring to the match about to start. Both teams have met before and will have no doubt scouted each other in recent weeks. Let’s take it to the ring.

Both team stare each other down in the centre of the ring, anyone's guess who will be starting this one. Well it’s Dogg and Christian starting off. Dogg with a whip to the rope and hip hose followed by a belly to back suplex, as he gets the upper hand from the outset. Christian counts with a cross body and both are down.
Gunn and Gangrel are tagged in. More taunting the wrestling at this point. Gangrel gets the advantage with a german suplex. Dogg tags in. Gangrel still with the advantage and a suplex over the ropes and Dogg is on the outside. Gunns helps him to break the 10 count.
Now mayhem ensues as all 4 are in the ring. Ref resumes control and Christian and gunn are the legal men. Back and forth for the next few minutes and Christian is down. Gunn with a vertical suplex followed by a gutbuster. He has Christian primed for a swinging neckbreaker and a cover..1..2..kick out. Gunn goes for another but christian counters with a neckbreaker of his own, he has bought himself some time. Gunn manages to tag in Dogg.
Dogg goes for a piledriver but Christian counters with backdrop. Killswitch on Dogg..1...2...kick out.
Dogg is still down, Christian is on the top turnbuckle and frog splash, followed by another killswitch for the cover...1...2...3

WINNERS Christian and Gangrel Match time: 12:35

Christian and Gangrel are presented with the Tag Team Championship belts in the ring. A proud moment for both. A great ovation from the crown.

Mann: Well Prince, what a great match, and are first champions in KWKW are crowned. What a moment for both men.
Prince: What a great moment indeed, shame these 2 idiots are enjoying it.
Mann: I take it you don’t approve, well lucky for everyone that you’re just a colour commentator.

We are backstage with Todd Chippendale as he catches up with Kevin Nash

Todd: Mr Nash, can I get you thoughts on the revelation that all members of the NWO are barred from ringside for your match tonight with Sid.
Sid: Listen Todd, I don’t need any help to beat Sid, I have beaten him before and I will beat him again tonight. When I lift Sid and throw him down for the 1,2,3 and lift the world title tonight, NWO will be there to celebrate. Now Todd, you’ll just have to watch to see the rest.
John: Okay, thank you Mr. Nash.

Now Scott Hall catches up with Nash, as Shane Douglas walks past.

Nash: Yo..Hey..Bro, don’t I know you from somewhere?
Shane: ahh..no Sir, I never saw you before. Bye.

We are shown a promo of upcoming KWK events

King of the Castle
Knight of Champs
Royal Rampage

Mann: Up next folks, is the bizarrely named, Scroll on a Pole match featuring David Otunga and Shane Douglas. First to climb the pole and grab the scroll is the winner.
Prince: Another great innovation from our GM, Mr. Laurinaitis, it’s genius Mann.

Announcer: Ladies and gentlemen, this is the Scroll on a Pole match, first man to climb the pole and grab the scroll will be announced the winner. Introducing 1st, representing our GM on a professional level, at a weight of 230 lbs, David Otunga. And his opponent, at a weight of 245 lbs, The Dean, Shane Douglas.

Everything is in place for this one. As soon as the bell rings, Otunga runs straight for the pole but is caught on the second turnbuckle by Douglas who now has him on his shoulders and falls back into the centre of the ring.
But men are down momentarily. Douglas is up first and applies a headlock on Otunga for a running bulldog. Back and forth for a couple of minutes before Otunga has a running clothesline countered into a double cross body and both men are down again. Douglas up first and makes a beeline for the pole. Almost reaches the scroll but is pulled down again. Now Otunga makes a grab for the scroll. He is tripped on the second turnbuckle and is now hanging upside down. Douglas tries to climb over him but is held back before Otunga unlocks himself from the corner.
Both men back to their feet and it’s Douglas this time with a dropkick before applying a figure 4. He is trying to weaken Otunga to buy himself some time. The leglock is released and both men are feeling the pressure. Douglas goes for a military press but he can’t get Otunga up fully.
Otunga with a a clothesline followed by a spinebuster. As soon a Douglas is up, Otunga with a dropkick and Double falls to the outside. Otunga has the time now and scales the turnbuckle to grab the scroll before Douglas can make it back in.

WINNER David Otunga Match time: 07:55

Otunga celebrates in the ring as John Laurinaitis appears on the ramp to give his sign of approval. And this one is over.

Mann: Well Prince, looks like Otunga was the smarter man after all.
Prince: There was never any doubt in my mind Mann, Douglas just had the most difficult lesson of his life.
Mann: Yes...well up next folks is the ladder match for the Kingdom Championship, let’s take a look at the lead up to this one.

Video package showing the lead up to the ladder match for the Kingdom Championship.

Mann: Both these men have been in ladder matches before as we mentioned earlier but none as important as this one Prince
Prince: You got that right Mann. Neither will want to lose this one. My money’s on Hall.
Mann: I think you’ll find Prince, we are not permitted to bet on these matches.
Prince: Shut up Mann.

Announcer: Ladies and gentlemen, now it is time for the ladder match for the Kingdom Championship. The rules are simple. First wrestler to climb the ladder and retrieve the belt will be announced the winner. Introducing 1st, representing The Brood, at a weight of 245 lbs, The Edge. And his opponent, representing the NWO, at a weight of 285 lbs, Scott Hall.

The ladder is located on the ramp, and the bell rings for this one. Despite there being no love lost between these guys, it’s plain to see they both respect each others talents. Both lock up in the centre and a few hip tosses by Hall as he now has Edge in a headlock early on. Edge throw Hall into the ropes and a should block by both, neither going anywhere. After a few back and forths, Edge ends up on the outside near the commentary area. Hall is going for the ladder. He has it on the apron and slides it into the ring. Edge is on his feet on the other side as Hall slides the ladder into his chest. That looked nasty!
Hall now has the ladder set up in the centre and is looking up at the belt. Before he can get his foot on the ladder, Edge is back in. Clothesline from Edge and Hall is down. Edge now sets the ladder percularisly in the corner. Not going to reach the belt from there!
A Northern Lights suplex from Edge and now he has Hall vertical against the ladder as he runs with a flying crossbody. Hall moves at the last second.
Now Hall with the advantage. He gets the ladder back to the centre. Looks like he just wants to get this one over with. Hall is climbing but Edge is up and climbing also on the other side. Both are at the top but neither can reach the belt. Hall with a fall away slam from the top of the ladder and both are down. What a high risk move by Hall.
Hall is up first and is starting to ascends the ladder slowly. Edge is moving and is now on his feet, how he got up from that, no one knows. Edge is going to the top turnbuckle!
Hall is at the top of the ladder and has his hands on the belt but hasn’t captured it just yet. Suddenly, Edge with a spear from the top turnbuckle on Hall who has his hands on the belt and takes the belt with him as he falls. And, this is over.

WINNER Scott Hall Match time: 18:35

Scott Hall is the inaugural KWKW Kingdom Champion. Edge looks on deflated from the outside. Members of the NWO are making their way to the ring, Nash is not present. X-Pac has a spray can with him and passes it to Hall who immediately sprays NWO across the belt.

Mann: What a match we just witnessed Prince. Neither men will ever be the same after that match. And fancy spraying the belt like that, a complete lack of respect for our great promotion.
Prince: KWK is a silly name anyway, NWO sounds so much better Mann.
Mann: You better no let our chairman Kolido hear you talking like that. Well folks I don’t know if that match will be topped tonight, nevertheless, it’s time to move on to the Ladies Championship. Let’s take a look at how this match came about.

Video package showing the lead up to the Ladies Championship match.

Mann: Well this is a first Prince, Freebird rules for a single title. You know, I feel Wendi Richter has got the short end of the draw having to face 2 competitors here.
Prince: It was her idea wasn’t it.
Mann: Maybe so, but still.
Prince: You always have to find something to complain about don’t you!

Announcer: Ladies and gentlemen, this match is scheduled for 1 fall and is a 1 on 2 match for the Ladies Championship. Introducing 1st, at a combined weight of 235 lbs, the team of Kelly Kelly and Eve Torres. And their opponent, at a weight of 140 lbs, Wendi Richter.

Mann: Just to clarify for those watching how this match will work. Kelly Kelly and Eve Torres are essentially a tag team, they can’t be both in the ring at the same time, they have to tag each other in. I still think this is unfair Prince, 1 v 2.
Prince: Why don’t you go up there and tag with Wendi then Mann, just put a wig and a frock on and no one will know any different, you already hit like a women anyway!
Mann: Now, that’s enough guff from you Prince, let’s get to the action.

Kelly and Wendi start this one. Neither getting an advantage until Wendi is pushed back in the corner of Eve and now they are double teaming on Wendi. Ref breaks it and now its Eve in.
Neither get the advantage until Eve is tossed to the outside. Wendi with a slap to Kelly in the corner and knocks her of the ring apron. Wendi gets out of the ring to throw Eve back in. She is wasting no time. Kelly in now and double teaming again. Ref gains control and now Kelly is in the ring.
A diving crossbody from Kelly and Wendi is down. But not for long as she is back on her feet. Wendi puts Kelly up for a power bomb but is too close to the corner and Eve pulls Kelly to safety.
Eve back in. A running bulldog on Wendi and Eve is going to the top for a moonsault. Wendi moves last second and now is putting Eve up for the power bomb but Eve counters into a hurricanrana and for cover...1..2..kick out.
Eve is up again another, moonsault and connects this time. Cover 1..2...3 but Wendi’s foot is on the ropes as it seems the ref doesn’t notice.

Kelly Kelly and Eve are celebrating in the ring as the both hold aloft the Ladies Championship belt. Wendi is arguing with the ref as to say that her foot was on the rope and she has been screwed out of the title. Was it history repeating itself. Another ref is coming out and is talking to the match ref, as to say Wendi’s foot was on the ropes. Ref signals the ring announcer and time keeper, this match will continue. Kelly Kelly and Eve look disgusted.

Bell rings and Wendi gets a quick advantage as both Kelly and Eve are still argueing with the ref. Wendi throws Kelly into the ropes and a crossbody. An elbow from the second buckle and now has Kelly up for a power bomb. For the cover 1..2..3..

WINNER Wendi Richter Match time: 09:35

Wendi is the KWK Ladies Champions as Cyndi Lauper's “Girls just want to have fun” rings out over the arena. Kelly Kelly and Eve make their way backstage both still fuming with what went down.

Mann: What an achievement by Wendi, over 30 years since her last major title, she is top of the Ladies wrestling again.
Prince: I don’t care Mann, but if I have to listen to that song one more time, I will go crazy. Let’s just move on to what we are all here to see.
Mann: Well I have a feeling you will be hearing that song a lot more now. So folks, up next is the main event, let’s take a look at the lead up to this one.

Video package showing the lead up to the World Heavyweight Championship match.

Mann: Well Prince, as an old friend of mine used to say, this one is for all the marbles. You know, the media have dubbed this ‘The Battle of the Powerbombs”
Prince: I won’t argue with that Mann. The very first KWK World Heavyweight Champion will be crowned here tonight.
Mann: These men have faced each other many times before and will know the other as well as they know themselves.
Prince: Like fighting with a mirror, Mann!

At this time, GM John Laurinaitis has come to the top of the ramp to watch the introduction of the match.

Announcer: Ladies and gentlemen, this is the main event, scheduled for 1 fall and is for the KWK World Heavyweight Championship. At this time please, please welcome our special main event host, he is a Hollywood legend and a master of many martial arts, ladies and gentlemen, Chuck Norris.

Chuck Norris comes out to rapturous applause, John Laurinaitis who is standing on the ramp offers a handshake, Norris with a smile keeps walking and shoulders John as he almost falls of the edge of the stage. Norris makes his way to the commentary area and takes his seat.

Announcer: Introducing 1st, at a weight of 320 lbs, he is the Master and Ruler of the world, Sycho Sid. And his opponent, representing the NWO, at a weight of 295 lbs, Kevin Nash.

Nash intices Sid to a game of hand mercy, Sid has got Nash almost to his knees when Nash gets some big boots to the gut of Sid. Nash of the ropes and a clothesline has Sid staggering, same again from Nash and Sid is down.
Back on his feet and another clothesline from Nash throws Sid over the top rope. He is still on his feet though and a cocky Nash is pulls out under the bottom rope.
Sid throws Nash, back first against the ring apron numerous times. Nash now throws Sid into the ring steps. Belt can’t be won on the outside and looks like Nash is realizing this as he gets back in the ring.
Sid is back in and a flying clothesline on Nash has him down, this one slows down now as Sid places Nash in a camel clutch, working on the back he damaged earlier against the ring apron.
Suddenly the NWO music hits, Sid, confused as he knows NWO members are banned from ringside, releases Nash and looks around. A low blow by Nash escapes the refs eyes and Sid is on his knees. A hair flip by Nash and he is vertical again. Nash goes to the outside and pulls Sid with him. Knowing a big move could win this, Nash clotheslines Sid on the outside and an elbow from the apron.
Nash now starts prepping the commentator’s table, is he about to do what we think he is. Nash turns around and a big boot from Sid stuns him, Sid continues to smash Nash’s head of the table and is now throw Nash on the table as now both men are on the table. Sid has Nash in position for a powerbomb but Chuck Norris is over telling him ‘ Don’t do it”
Nash buy some time when he lifts Sid and back flips him through the table.
Nash now knowing he has Sid beat, drags him into the ring, powerbomb by Nash and 1..2..3..

WINNER Kevin Nash Match time: 15:41

Kevin Nash is the KWK World Heavyweight Champion. He is presented the title by Chuck Norris as Nash pushes Norris away as he hands him the belt. Norris, not happy, appears to be having words with Nash. John Laurinaitis arrives on the top of the ramp.

John: People, please give it up for our First KWK World Heavyweight Champion. It was obvious I would pick a winner. Now, Mr. Norris, I don’t know why you are in the ring, do you want a piece of Mr. Nash. Do you want to fight Mr. Nash? I can arrange for that right now. In fact, Mr. Nash will put his title on the line.

Kevin Nash is smiling and is nodding at John as to say, yeah, let's do this. Norris is looking ready also and throws his jacket to the outside and the crowd and the commentators are going wild. John signals to the ref to call for the bell and the match is on.

The bell rings and as soon as Nash turns around he gets a roundhouse kick from Norris which throws him into the ropes and as he staggers back, another roundhouse kick and Nash is down. A cover by Norris...1..2..3..

WINNER Chuck Norris Match time: 00:11

Chuck Norris is KWK World Heavyweight Champion as the NWO are running to the ring and are too late to save Nash. The rest of the backroom are out to keep the NWO of Norris. It’s mayhem, superstars, refs, officials, and security are all out there now. Norris is still in the ring and Sid is in there now as he raises the hand of Norris. John Laurinaitis is still on the ramp ragging at what just happened.

Mann: OMG...Prince, what have we just witnessed. A legend, a Man in his 70’s has just become the second KWK World Heavyweight Champion.
Prince: This can’t be right, Norris is not an official wrestler, surely this will not stand. He needs to return the belt to Nash now and leave the stage.
Mann: Well Prince, the GM sanctioned the match, so we have to assume it was official.
Prince: We have not heard the end of this Mann.
Mann: Well folks, what a night we’ve had here, Hall the Kingdom Champion and now Chuck Norris the Heavyweight Champion. We are really glad you could join us here and we will see you next year. From me, Vic Mann, and Jessie Prince, good night folks.

Results

X-Pac, Heath Slater, and Shawn Daivari defeated Ahmed Johnson, Brutus Beefcake, and Gregg Valentine
2. Darren Young defeated Titus O’Neil
3. Christian and Gangrel defeated NAO - Tag Team Championship Match
4. David Otunga defeated Shane Douglas
5. Scott Hall defeated Edge - Ladder Match for Kingdom Championship
6. Wendi Richter defeated Kelly Kelly and Eve - Ladies Championship Match
7. Kevin Nash defeated Sycho Sid - World Heavyweight Championship Match
8. Chuck Norris defeated Kevin Nash - World Heavyweight Championship Match

A Brad Maddox Guy

Presents

SUPREMACY

Petey: "Welcome everyone to MWA Supremacy. We are nearing the biggest show of the year, yes folks, it's WrestleRama season."
Dave: "And it's WrestleRama V Petey. It's gonna be our best show yet, I can feel it."

“For months I've been accused of cheating my way to the top which all the Hulkamaniacs around the world know that ain't my game brother. Unlike my opponent tonight, brother, Hulk Hogan doesn't need to lie, cheat & steal to win the gold. But first lemme get something off my chest brother. I let the millions of Hulkamaniacs around the world down when I got screwed by Dolph Ziggler and lost the World Championship. But Dolph I could see it in your eyes brother, you're terrified of Hulk Hogan's 24 inch pythons. You and your little girlfriend are terrified that Hulk Hogan is gonna drop my atomic legs and squash your neck like the cockroach you really are. So Fe-Fi-Fo-Fum along comes Andre the Giant brother, and you get him to do all your dirty work. Well Andre don't think I'm gonna let that slide, brother, cos I'm gonna show all the little Hulkamaniacs that bullies never win because once I take back my title from Ziggler Hulkamania's coming for you brother!

The Hulkster got screwed and wants his rematch and tonight I'm gonna get it. Eddie Guerrero, you tried to ruin my name brother, you tried to turn the Hulkamaniacs against me. Forget all that Viva la Raza crap, Eddie Guerrero I hope you said your prayers & ate your vitamins brother… cos WATCHA GONNA DO when Hulkamania runs wild on you!” Hogan then spends 2 minutes flexing his muscles before the cameras cut to a break.

AJ Lee vs Mayu Iwatani

Iwatani is the first surprise entrant in the Women's Championship Open Invitational as she battles the "Real" Women's Champion AJ Lee.

AJ spends a lot of the early parts of the match trying to stay as far away from Iwatani as possible. Eventually Mayu tires of the cat & mouse game and goes after Lee on the outside which is a mistake as AJ gets in the ring first and takes the upperhand. She tries to keep Iwatani grounded as much as she can but Mayu is far superior technically and AJ can't keep up. Despite dominating large parts of the match Mayu cannot put AJ away and after countless rope breaks & near falls Dolph Ziggler makes his way to the ring. The brief distraction gives AJ the opening she needs as she jumps into a spinning DDT. After some more back & forth, Mayu gets behind AJ & attempts to set up her Bridged Tiger Suplex but AJ breaks her arm free, clocks Mayu with an elbow and maneuvers her way into a Black Widow submission. Locked in the middle of the ring with nowhere to go Mayu has no choice but to tap out.

Result: AJ Lee wins by submission & advances to the Women's Championship match at WrestleRama V

Petey: "Here comes the man they call Doctor Death, Steve Williams is hopefully going to tell us why he so brutally assaulted Faarooq."
Dave: "Can you imagine being one of his patients? If that ever happens me Petey just have them send me straight to the morgue."

“This is something that’s been bubbling for a long time. The man hiding behind the Faarooq name is a coward that has been running from me since our college football days. For more than 25 years I’ve had the name Ron Simmons repeating in my head, the one name I need to destroy so that my mind can have peace. Simmons, you are the reason I’ve never held World Championship gold. You screwed me over at Starrcade, took a count out then got the most BS disqualification I’ve ever seen in my life. Simmons, if you thought you could stop me from getting my last shot at revenge before sailing off into the sunset...”

Faarooq comes out to the ring wearing his old Florida State football jersey with Simmons on the back of it.

“Williams, if you think I run from anything… DAMN! I’m proud of my name, and I’m even prouder of the fact that every time we met in the past I kicked your Sooner ass. I say why wait for WrestleRama, I’m right here. Let’s go.”

The two brawlers charge at each other as The Mountie ushers security out to separate them.

The Mountie: "If you two want to brawl so badly I'm not going to stop you. But you gotta wait for WrestleRama because the people at home have to pay to see that kind of action, and these people in the crowd just don’t deserve it. At WrestleRama it will be Ron Simmons vs Steve Williams in a No Hold’s Barred match."

MuChoTen vs The Undisputed Era

The Japanese team seem intent on stopping this feud tonight as they make every strike stiff and lock every submission strong however tensions seem high between Chono & Tenzan throughout. Undisputed Era match the stiffness & this starts to resemble a pure fight. Things come to a head when Adam Cole attacks Keiji Mutoh on the outside and both men fight their way up the ramp. A miscue between Chono & Tenzan leads to a shoving match which Fish & O'Reilly take advantage of with double drop kicks to the back of their legs. They throw Chono shoulder first into the turnbuckle, sending him flying to the outside. They lift Tenzan up and hit Chasing the Dragon to win the match.

Result:Undisputed Era win by pinfall.

“For months I’ve been denied my title shot and now I’ve seen Dolph Ziggler take a leaf out of my playbook; he’s lied, he’s cheated, and he has stolen what is rightfully mine. Hogan, ese, you can run your mouth about 24-inch pythons & Hulkamania but fact is you’ve never fought me and tonight you'll find out what Viva La Raza means!!”

MWA Intercontinental Championship Match
Kalisto vs Bobby Roode (c)

A back and forth match which Roode attempts (unsuccessfully) to keep on the mat is ruined early on when Adam Cole & Keiji Mutoh end up fighting through the crowd and into the ring. The brawl soon involves all 4 men and the referee is forced to abandon the match. The fight rages on with Kalisto thrown to outside, Adam Cole slides out as Roode & Mutoh exchange strikes. Cole grabs the Intercontinental Championship and slides back in ready to use it as a weapon. Roode hits Mutoh with a Glorious DDT but is struck by Cole with his own Championship. Cole cockily raises the belt but when he turns is caught by Kalisto with a Springboard Senton off the top rope & finally a Salida del Sol.

Result: A draw by Double Count-Out

Mickie James vs Io Shirai

A rematch from Grapplemania last year. Shirai looks like she’s going to come out on top once more but when her friend Iwatani tries to get involved she yells at her to leave only to be blindsided by a Mick Kick.

Result: Mickie James wins by pinfall.

Iwatani helps Shirai to her feet, but Io pushes her away. She paces the ring, fuming with her friend who looks concerned & apologetic. Io walks up to her, breathing heavily, and looks braced for a fight but she calms herself down & hugs Iwatani. “It’s ok, you made a mistake, it’s ok.” She breaks the embrace and turns to leave before being clubbed from behind by Mayu. Iwatani wraps up Shirai & hits her with a Tiger Suplex. She continues to stomp on Shirai until officials rush out to drag her away.

#1 Contender's Match
Eddie Guerrero vs Hulk Hogan

Dolph on commentary with Andre standing guard. Both Hogan & Guerrero are distracted throughout. After Eddie throws a chair at Dolph, Ziggler orders Andre to the ring. When he tries to climb in the referee attempts to stop him at the ropes, Hogan’s attention is on Andre & Eddie acts quickly to push him in Andre’s direction, crushing the referee between the two. Andre gets in & starts fighting with Hogan, Eddie stays back to let them go at it but when Ziggler tries to come down Eddie meets him head on and they start brawling at ringside. Hogan gets the upper hand inside the ring after Hulking up, he goes for a Body Slam mimicking their earlier bout but he fails. Stumbling to one knee, Andre clubs his back & Hogan falls. Andre picks him up, lifts him high above his head and turns to see Eddie beating down Ziggler. Andre slams Hogan & goes to stop Guerrero who runs around the ring, up the steps, climbs the turnbuckle & leaps with a Frog Splash on Hogan. The referee, missing everything but the Splash, crawls over to count the 1..2..3. Guerrero escapes as #1 contender.

Result: Eddie Guerrero wins by pinfall.

daithi1989

Opening Address

Daithi appears on the screen:

Good Evening and welcome to DPW. I am here to give you an update on recent events in the DPW world. After meeting with the Board of Directors, we have made the decision to release all talent from their contracts, all talent that is, bar DPW World Champion Randy Orton.

We have brought in new talent, all of who you will meet over time. In order to convince some talent to sign, they were automatically given the following championships.

DPW World Champion; Still Randy Orton
DPW International Champion: Eric Young
DPW World Tag Team Champs: Bubba Ray and D-Von, The Dudley Boys
DPW Womens Champion: Nia Jax

All this upheaval couldn’t have come at a worse time, but we have not taken this decision lightly. I wish to thank all the talent from DPW all the best in their future endeavors.

In 4 weeks time, we will be having Destiny Day II, and in intend to announce a number of matches for this event in the coming weeks.

Now, without further ado, lets get DPW back underway with our New DPW Womens Champion, Nia Jax!!

Match One:

Nia Jax vs. Billie Kay.

As this match goes on, camera cut backstage, where former UFC Champion, Ronda Rousey is seen entering the building.

Nia wins the match in a squash.

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Match Two

Dudleys come out and say they are willing to host an opening challenge for their DPW Tag Team Titles, as they believe there is no one in the world better than them.

Team 3MB answer the challenge and out comes Jindar Mahal and Drew McIntyre.

During the match, Mahal and McIntyre appear to be having difficulties working as a team. Match ends with Dudleys giving McIntyre a 3D and get the win to retain.
As they leave for the back, Mahal enters the ring and begins attacking Drew. He is shouting at him:

I deserve better than this; I don’t need you

Mahal hit’s the Khallas and leaves Drew beaten down.

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Match Three

Ronda Rousey comes out demanding competition from someone. Peyton Royce answers the call, which she regrets, as Ronda destroys her. Half way through the match, Nia Jax is shown watching the match backstage on a monitor.

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In Ring Segment

Finn Balor with Gallows and Anderson, makes his way to the ring to challenge Randy Orton to a match for the DPW World Championship at Destiny Day. While making the challenge, AJ Styles makes his way out.

AJ

Finn, you think you deserve a shot at the DPW Title? Last time you were a World Champion somewhere, you handed over the title after less than 24 hours! You knew you weren’t championship material than, and you aren’t championship material now.

Finn

AJ, you know why I had to give the title! You failed to mention how I won that match with one arm having dislocated my shoulder during the fight. I am more than capable of being Championship Material, and if you have an issue with that, why not step into the ring?

As AJ goes to enter the ring with Finn, Gallows and Anderson in it, he points out;

3 on 1 Finn, that’s just not fair!

At this point, The Club turn on Finn and beat him down. The hit the Magic Killer on him, before picking him up. AJ Styles then hit’s the Phenomenal Forearm, and all 3 men stand over a fallen Balor.

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Match Four

DPW International Champion Eric Young comes out to face Kenny Dykstra. After a competitive match, Kenny picks up an upset victory with a roll up. EY sits in the ring clutching his title firmly as Kenny goes up the ramp celebrating.

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Match Five

Randy Orton v Mojo Rawley is scheduled to be the Main Event. Mojo comes out first and holding the middle of the ring waiting for Randy. Randy’s music hits and he comes down the ramp. As he gets to the bottom, the camera switches to the ring, where Diamond Dallas Page has come through the crowd and hits a Diamond Cutter on Mojo. As he gets up, he locks eyes with Randy Orton, before switching his focus to the the DPW World title.

Show Ends.

daithi1989

Week 2

Show begins with DDP in the ring.

DDP

Its me.. Its me.. Its D-D-P! And I’m in in D-P-W for one reason and one reason. I have my eyes on the prize and I’ll stop at nothing until I get it.
Randy Orton, you call yourself the Legend Killer. Well have you got it in you to defeat the Legend of DDP?

At this point, Daithi comes onto the stage and questions DDP.

Diamond Dallas Page… Firstly, welcome to DPW. However, I think you must have been living in Cuckoo Land if you think you’re in even in the same league as DPW’s main man. You came on the scene here last week and ruined our Main Event, and now you want to be rewarded by management for this and get a DPW World Title shot at Destiny Day

Randy comes out at this point and stands along side Daithi

Daithi, if DDP think he can hang with me, let him have me. We both know you need the DPW World Title defended on the Destiny Day II card, or, well you may as well just cancel the show. People will only part with their money for the PPV if I’m on the card.

Daithi

Well Randy, if DDP wants to face you at Destiny Day II, he has to earn the chance. In tonights, main event, he will face Kenny Dykstra, with the winner going onto face you.

DDP looks happy with the opportunity, and as he goes to leave the ring, Randy goes to hit him with a RKO. DDP counters it, and rolls out of the ring,

DDP

Really Randy? We both know you stole the RKO from me! You’re going to have to be a lot quicker to be able use my own move against me!

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Match 1

The Club v Sanity, Alex Wolfe and Killian Dane for the No1 Contender, and right to face the Dudleys at Destiny Day II

As the match comes near an end, Gallows and Anderson arte setting up to hit the Magic Killer on Wolfe. Finn Balor’s music hits. Gallows and Anderson turn their attention to the Ramp waiting for Finn, who never appears. This gives enough time for Dain to come in and knock Gallows out the ring, before hitting the Ulster Plantation on Anderson. He pulls Wolfe over onto Anderson and secures the 1-2-3 for the win.

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Match 2

Ronda Rousey squashes Billie Kay in similar fashion to the way she defeated Peyton last week.
As she returns to the back after victory, Nia Jax comes out on stage, and a stare down happens.

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Match 3

Nia squashes Peyton. Ronda is shown backstage watching the match on the monitor.

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Backstage Interview

Jindar Mahal is being interviewed and being asked to explain why he attacked Drew McIntyre last week. Before he even gets a chance to answer, he gets attacked from behind by Drew. Drew ends the beat down by putting smashing a chair across Jindar’s head. Before walking off, he challenges Jindar to a Chairs Match at Destiny Day II

See you at Destiny Day Jindar! Don’t forget to bring your chair!

Match 4

No Way Jose makes his DPW Debut by defeating the International Champion, Eric Young. Again the close match ends with No Way Jose rolling up EY. Again, after the match, Young sits in the ring clutching his title.

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Match 5

No1 Contenders Match for DPW World Heavyweight Championship.

Kenny Dykstra is out first, followed by DDP. As DDP makes his way to the ring, similar to last week, Randy Orton slides into the ring and hits Kenny with an RKO. Randy slides out of the ring, as DDP goes in. He picks up Kenny and stands him up in the corner. The ref reluctantly calls for the bell, DDP hits a Diamond Cutter on him and gets the 3 count. As he stands up, Randy slips in and hits him with a RKO.

The Show ends with Randy standing over a fallen DDP.

Mr. Guappa

WWE Network presents.....

GWA: March to Madness
(Episode 2)

Episode 1 is available here >>>>> GWA March to Madness S1E1

In a Dublin hotel room, Stone Cold Steve Austin, Joey Styles and Al Snow are on a conference call with WWE Executive Stephanie McMahon, who is back in Stamford, CT.





Stephanie McMahon: “Guys, we need to pull out all the stops to get a card together for March Madness or the WWE brand is going to be tarnished”


Joey Styles: “Stone Cold has been doing a promotional tour around the Irish media outlets, and that Young Bucks video has generated huge interest.

Ticket sales for March Madness have picked up considerably.”


Stone Cold: “Also, I spoke with Claudio Castagnoli, and he’s agreed to come back, so that should help the product.”


Stephanie: “I want a more professional feel to these matches at the live events, so Joey, Al, you guys are going to do some commentary, and we’ll show the best bits on March to Madness.

Also, I’ve looked through the WWE roster and found some talent we can spare for a couple of weeks, so they’ll be arriving over there in the next few days.

Guys, if this show stinks, it's going to hurt all our reputations, so MAKE IT WORK!”


Al Snow: “Ah, Stephanie?

What about The Young Bucks?”


Stephanie: “You leave me worry about those little sh*ts.

They’re going to be sorry they ever crossed a McMahon”

 

Two days later, we are at this weeks GWA live event:

 

GWA superstar Candice LeRae is in the ring with Joey Styles.


Joey Styles: “Candice, earlier today it was announced that you have signed a contract to join WWE. Tell us your thoughts on this huge news”


Candice LeRae: “I’m looking really forward to the challenge Joey.

But, I’d also like to thank all the great fans here in GWA……"



Sasha Banks music hits and “The Boss” makes her way to the ring



Sasha Banks: “Girl, you’d better reconsider your options while you still can.

You may be a big deal in the bingo halls and gyms around Ireland, but you’ll be chewed up and spat out in the big leagues."


Candice: “Scared of a little competition, hey Sasha?”


Sasha: "I’m The Boss. I rule the WWE womens division.

It’s because of trailblazers like me that you can even earn a living in this business."


Candice: "Anyone who has followed my career knows that I’ve worked my butt off to get to the top.

I’m not going to let an arrogant b*tch like you tell me I’m not good enough.

When I get to the WWE I’ll prove you wrong”


Sasha: "Candy, girls like you are dime-a-dozen, but there’s only one Boss, and that’s me.

I’ve seen plenty of your kind come and go, and ‘The Boss’ has outlasted every last one of them.

And you’ll be no different, Candy."



Sasha slaps Candice across the face.

Candice responds with a slap of her own, followed by a take down.

Sasha manages to escape and slides out of the ring.

Candice picks up the microphone again:



Candice: “Round here, we settle our differences in the ring.

And I need an opponent for March Madness. So what do you say Sasha?"



Sasha smiles, nods her head and shouts “You’re on”



Joey Styles: “There you have it folks, another match added to the card for March Madness:

In her farewell match in the GWA, Candice LeRae will face WWE superstar Sasha Banks.

Folks, I can’t wait for this one, it’s gonna be a doozy!”

Backstage, GWA superstar Marty Jannetty is talking to GWA owner Teddy Long.


Marty Jannetty: “Teddy, I want to know who my opponent will be for March Madness?”


Teddy Long: “Listen playa, you’ve been a great servant to the GWA, and I’ll try my best, but I’m not sure we have a spot for you on the card”


Jannetty: “Look Teddy, all I’m asking for is an opportunity.

This could be my last chance at something big.

After all I’ve done here in GWA, just give me a shot”


Teddy Long: “Listen playa, Claudio Castagnoli is back tonight.

You can go one-on-one with him in our main event.

If you impress, I’ll find a spot for you on March Madness”


Jannetty: “Thanks Teddy, you won’t regret this”


Al Snow walks by on his way out to the announce desk for his colour commentary duties.

He bumps into Jannetty and the two former tag team partners reminisce about their days on the road together as we head to commercial.

 

Joey Styles: "Folks, Independent wrestling sensations The Young Bucks have arrived in Ireland.

Tonight they make their debut in GWA against Stephanie McMahon's handpicked opponents:

WWE superstars Cedric Alexander and Mustafa Ali."


Al Snow: "I know that Stephanie wants to take the Young Bucks down a peg or two, but I'm not sure that Cedric Alexander and Mustafa Ali are the men for the job"



'The Villain' Marty Scurll is at ringside to support The Young Bucks.

The Bucks and Scurll grab microphones and talk their way through the match as it happens.



Matt Jackson: “You want to embarrass us Steph?"

Nick Jackson: "Well, sorry to tell you Steph, but your two lackeys here are not in our league."

Marty Scurll: “Is that the best you’ve got Steph?"



After a quick match, the Young Bucks are victorious. The crowd roar their approval.



Marty Scurll: "Guys, the queue for our merchandise is ridiculous"

Nick Jackson: "Remember folks, you can buy more merch at www dot youngbucks dot com"

Matt Jackson: "Thanks again for paying for all this publicity Steph"



Backstage with Teddy Long, WWE superstar Harley Race was watching the previous match intently and he’s not impressed with The Young Bucks:





Harley Race: “That’s the tag team that the world is talking about?

Well, I’m not impressed.

They are a pair of jackasses with no respect for the traditions of this business.

Those two idiots and their mate, with their antics, they are killing the business.

Stephanie McMahon has sent me over here to teach them a lesson.

So I’m challenging The Young Bucks and The Villain to a six-man tag team match at March Madness.


Teddy Long: “Wow, that’s a blockbuster challenge. Who will your partners be?”


Harley Race: “All in good time Teddy.

I’ll reveal my tag-team partners next week.

That’s assuming The Young Bucks and Mr. Scurll have the b*lls to accept the challenge.”

A video package airs showing WWE Champion Stone Cold Steve Austin hitting the promotional trail across Ireland.

He visits schools, turns up on TV shows, on radio shows and receives plenty newspaper coverage.

The Irish public seem very impressed with the WWE Champion.

GWA Owner Teddy Long is backstage with GWA Champion Chris Hero.


Teddy Long: “Holla Holla Champ.

Now, next week we’re gonna have a contract signing for your GWA title match against Sabu at March Madness.

Playa, I hope you’re ready for The Homicidal, Suicidal, Genoci…….”


Chris Hero: “Let me stop you right there Teddy.

That washed-up has-been is only getting another title shot because Castagnoli walked out on their match last week.

You know I’ve defeated Sabu 4, yes FOUR, times in the past year, right?

What’s going to be different this time? – NOTHING

What’s changed? – NOTHING

He’s a broken down shell of a man, his body ravaged from years of abuse.

Teddy, you need to advise Sabu not to sign that contract next week.

Because if he shows up at March Madness, it will be the last time he EVER sets foot in a wrestling ring."

 

Back at ringside, and local girl Becky Lynch is in action.


Joey Styles: “I see some Becky signs in the crowd, and lots of flame-haired ladies in attendance.

This local rookie Becky Lynch is picking up quite the following.”



Once again, Becky defeats her opponent in impressive fashion.


The crowd chants “BECKY, BECKY, BECKY”


Becky Lynch grabs the house microphone:





“There’s a lot of rumours floating around about which WWE female superstars are coming to Ireland to “rescue” March Madness.

Well, I’ve overcome every challenge that’s been put in front of me here in the GWA.

Now, I want to test myself against the best in the world………….

I’M READY FOR ASUKA”


Joey Styles: (almost choking on the words) “ASUKA?

Is Becky Lynch serious?

ASUKA?

Did Becky Lynch just challenge the undefeated Asuka to a match?”


Al Snow: “Becky Lynch is a promising talent, with a bright future, but Asuka?

That’s a different league entirely.”

 


Teddy Long is watching a youtube video, in which WWE Intercontinental Champion Elias announces that he is coming to the GWA next week.


Elias: “As the greatest Intercontinental champion in history, it is my duty to cross continents and impart the wisdom of Elias to the whole world.

Elias is coming to the GWA, and all of Ireland will have the privilege to WALK WITH ELIAS.

I am the greatest Intercontinental champion of all time, and at March Madness, I will prove it to all my European fans.”


Teddy Long: “Greatest Intercontinental champion ever, hey playa? Hmmm…………”

 

Claudio Castagnoli is in the ring ahead of our main event.

Marty Jannetty's music hits but he doesn't come out.

Cameras cut to the back, where Jannetty is lying in a bloody mess.

Paramedics are attending to him.

Claudio Castagnoli has the microphone:


"I'm not sure what has happened to Marty, and I sure hope he's going to be ok.

I’d like to take this oppurtunity to apologise for my actions last week.

I was out of line for walking out like that, and I'm truly sorry.

I know I've let all my great fans down.

During the week Stone Cold Steve Austin came to see me, we had a great conversation and he convinced me to come back.

Thanks to him, Stephanie McMahon and WWE have agreed that I can use the Cesaro name again.

I’m just so grateful and want to say thanks to Stone Cold Steve Austin.

So Steve, I know you're back there, come on down."


Stone Cold's music hits and the crowd goes bananas as the WWE Champion makes his way to the ring.





Austin hits the ring and Cesaro shakes his hand, then BOOM, the Swiss launches a vicious assault on Austin.

Cesaro grabs a steel chair from ringside and annihilates the WWE Champion with several blows.

As Stone Cold lays motionless in the ring, Cesaro grabs the microphone once more:


“You think you’re better than me?

You come in here, like you're Robin Hood, giving gifts to the poor of the wrestling world.

Screw you Steve Austin, sitting in your Ivory Tower, main eventing pay-per-view after pay-per-view.

What would you know about the life of the independent wrestler?

Huh Austin?

All you do is hold down talented guys like me.

Well not anymore Austin. I’ve had enough.

Coming to the GWA to boost your TV career? That was the biggest mistake of your life Austin."


GWA Owner Teddy Long is at ringside pleading with Cesaro to stop the beating


Cesaro: "Shut up Teddy, I’m finished."


After one final steel chair shot to Austin, Cesaro finally leaves the ring as Teddy Long screams:

"What have you done? You’ve ruined everything"

 

*ROLL CREDITS*

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Tune in next week for Episode 3 of March to Madness:

- What consequences await Cesaro following his brutal attack on Stone Cold Steve Austin?

- Will Asuka respond to the gutsy challenge from Becky Lynch?

- Who will Harley Race choose as his tag-team partners for March Madness?

- What will happen when Chris Hero and Sabu meet in the ring for their contract signing?

- What impact will Elias make when he arrives in the GWA?

- Will Sasha Banks and Candice LeRae cross paths before March Madness?

- Will we find out who attacked Marty Jannetty?

Furious-Red

FWA Live
Episode 1

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I65FVY6sqWk

Opening Segment:
We welcome the GM of FWA the Green Arrow to the Arena



Amell gets on the mic and gets straight down to business to announce that the upcoming FWA PPV "Red Alert" has officially sold out in the Aviva Stadium in 4 weeks time. Along with that announcement he is here to start the first FWA show off with a bang by announcing a tournament to crown the new FWA World Champion at the PPV. The qualifying matches are:

Seth Rollins vs Magnus
Jeff Hardy vs Wade Barrett
Justin Gabriel vs Sami Zayn
Aleister Black vs Cody Rhodes

Also confirmed for the PPV will also crown a new Womens champion when Ember Moon faces off against Rosemary along with crowing new tag team and IC champions.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQAv8uW6MpQ

Cody Rhodes interrupts Amell saying its a joke that he has to even compete in a tournament since its inevitable that he will be the new FWA champion. He is the leader of the Bullet Club and he will be the leader of FWA whether he likes it or not. Amell says what Club?? since he is out here on his own, Cody says dont you worry by the end of the night you will see the resurrection of the Bullet Club. He offers to give Amell a t shirt and to become a member but is turned down , Amell walks laughing but Cody is in the ring taunting him.



Backstage Segment
Cody Rhodes is seen trying to recruit some new members to the Bullet Club when he comes across Seth Rollins and asks him is he "All In" ?????? but Seth says no and if it the BC even attempt to come near him he will Burn the club house down to the ground

Opening Match
Tournament Qualifier
Jeff Hardy vs Wade Barrett

We open the tournament with Jeff vs Barrett both men have numerous near falls but as Barrett was going for the wasteland Jeff was able to reverse it into a Twist of fate followed by a swanton for the win

Winner: Jeff Hardy



Post Match

Barrett is not happy with the result and attacks Hardy from behind with a chair and finishing him off with Wasteland onto the chair as Barrett stands tall over Jeff.

Second Match
London and Kendrick vs Gabriel and Sydal

This match starts off as a high paced match with both teams trying to out do each other as they want to set their sights on the championship match at Red Alert , However half way through the match the BC logo would appear on the screen while both teams were down. Then the MCMG run to the ring to cause a no contest as they send a message to the tag team division and saying they are "All In"

Winner: No Contest



Backstage Segment:

R Truth is seen backstage talking to Amell and says he wants to be on the Red Alert card , Amell says ok but he will have to earn it. So if he can beat his opponent next week he will be in the IC Title match , but he will have to wait till next week to find out who it will be



Main Event
Qualifying Match
Seth Rollins vs Magnus

Before the match even begins Cody Rhodes comes out to the Announcer desk to watch the match which is clearly annoying Rollins which allows Magnus to take control of the match for the most of the match but as Magnus was coming off the top rope for the elbow Rollins was able to get the leg up. Rollins would gain some momentum after that but as it looked like Rollins was about to hit the curb stomp the MCMG would hit the ring but Rollins and Magnus would be able to fight them off but the ref would get knocked down during this which would leaded to Barrett coming down , but before he could do much damage Jeff Hardy would run down and take out Barrett as they fought through the crowd. Cody would come down and would offer another chance to join the BC by giving Seth a chair to use on Magnus , However Seth was going to hit Cody with it but Magnus would hit a low blow on Rollins while Cody would hit the crossroads on Seth , Magnus would pin Seth for the 1 2 3.

Winner: Magnus



Post Match
Cody would stand over Seth as he drapped him in a BC t shirt as we go off the air

paulie21

PCW (A Year In Review)


Since Pauliemania II concluded in April 2017, there has been a lot of upheavel and turbulence in PCW. The owner Paulie sold his shares in the company to Shane McMahon. A move that rocked the pro wrestling world to its core. PCW World Heavyweight champion, The Rock relinquished his title and left the company. In fact the only ones left are Giant Gonzalez who is undefeated since PCW was formed and the Bella Twins because nobody else wants them. Shane O’Mac did bring new talent in though. WWE and TNA hall of famer Kurt Angle, Goldberg, Rusev & Aidan English, American Alpha, Sheamus, World’s Greatest Tag Team, Tazz, Honky Tonk Man, The Warlord, Breezango, Ryback, Molly Holly, Alexa Bliss, Victoria and Jacqueline. With Pauliemania the 3rd only days away which will be emunating from the Maracana in Rio De Janiero in front of 100,000 fans the card has been set.



Kurt Angle (c) v Rusev (PCW Heavyweight Championship)



Build: After Wrestlemania 34, Kurt Angle was fired by WWE by Triple H and Stephanie McMahon. To compound matters even further he discovered that Jason Jordan wasn’t his real son and that it all was an elaborate ploy to advance Jordan’s career. This brought old demons back for Kurt as he began abusing alcohol and pills. Shane McMahon eventually got Kurt out of his slumber with a multi million dollar contract and the promise of bringing prestige back to his career. A special over the top rope battle royal took place to determine the new champion of PCW with Angle last eliminating Jason Jordan to get a semblance of revenge but also to regain the adoration of the crowd. Rusev attacked Angle after the match and Shane McMahon announced the championship match for the Rio showpiece.


Gable & Jordan v Benjamin & Haas (PCW Tag Team Championship)




Build: Heath Slater & Rhyno left the company so new champions had to be crowned. After the fallout of Jordan’s deceit to Kurt Angle it was revealed that Chad Gable was the brains behind the idea which lead to Shelton Benjamin been disgusted with him and reuniting with Charlie Haas. The duos have been going back and forth about who’s the best so at Pauliemania a match has been set to decide this with the tag titles on the line in a 2 out of 3 falls match.


Goldberg v Ryback



Build: Ryback joined PCW in late 2017 going on an impressive winning streak but the crowd constantly kept chanting Goldberg towards him. Ryback snapped one night picked up a microphone and stated he was better than Goldberg ever was. this continued for a number of weeks before Goldberg showed up and speared Ryback who fell out of the ring. Goldberg pointed at Ryback and then to the Pauliemania sign.


Women’s Ladder Match (Women’s Championship)



Build: Sasha Banks has also left the company to join some other worthless company and took our title with her but we’ve created a new belt and all women on the roster will compete in a historic 6 way ladder match to determine the new champion. The partcipants will be Alexa Bliss, Jacqueline, Nikki Bella, Brie Bella, Victoria and Molly Holly.


Shane McMahon v Hugh Jackman (Street Fight)



Build: Hugh Jackman appeared on an episode of Carnage to promote his new movie, Logan. Shane McMahon came out to congratulate Jackman on the success of the Wolverine franchise but cockidly stated that Jackman wasn’t a legit tough guy and that he would’t last a minute in a PCW ring. This enraged Jackman who beat down McMahon and then challenged him to a Street Fight at Pauliemania.


Sheamus v Tazz



Build: Shane McMahon convinved Tazz to come out of retirement but after losing his first match back to Ryback in a squash, Tazz decided to retire again. As he was leaving the building he ran into Sheamus in the corridor. Sheamus mocked Tazz and called him a washed up hasbeen. Tazz snapped and attacked Sheamus there and then locking in the Tazzmission. Sheamus challenged Tazz to a match which was accepted and will take place at Pauliemania.


Aidan English v Honky Tonk Man



Build: Aidan English over a number of weeks was “treating” the PCW audience to concerts. Stating that there wasn’t a musician better than him the Honky Tonk Man challenged him to a singing competion. The crowd overwhelmingly voted for Honky Tonk Man to win but English didn’t like this so he grabbed Honky’s guitar and smashed it over his head which led to Shane O’Mac making this match.


Giant Gonzalez v The Warlord



Build: The Giant arrived last week and issued an open challenge to anyone who believed they could end his streak. Up stepped the Warlord. Gonzalez laughed at the Warlord but after Warlord dropped the Giant over the top rope his smirk had disappeared and a match was set up.

Join us next week on Carnage from New York City as we continue our build towards Pauliemania.

SlickRic

SWF State of the Federation

SWF Champion: CM Punk

Though Punk dominates now, it wasn't always the case.
He arrived in the SWF as an outcast. After his run in WWE came to a grinding halt, and his failure to make an impact in the UFC, meant that he came in with a lot to prove.
As a result, the owner, Slick, forced him to start from the bottom.
Local jobbers.
Essa Rios.
Rosey.
Funaki.
For months.

"I do not deserve this. Simply put, I am the Best In The Fúcking World. And the fans, they don't seem to question a thing. They just take it in, sit on their hands, drink their sodas, eat their hotdogs, and just let it happen."

Punk got his shot when Funk was forced out of a No.1 contender's match as a result of injury, and Slick subbed Punk in to face Tanahashi in a classic, which Punk won. He then went on to beat Jake Roberts for the Championship.

"Not that I need justification, but this is justification for all the garbage that people talked about me for years. They called me a failure in the UFC, even though I tried something that 99% of people wouldn't have the guts to do. They called me a crybaby for how I acted in the WWE, and the fans basically forgot about me and how I made wrestling interesting again. Everywhere I go, people attempt to screw me. And I'm done with it. Now I have this title, it's never leaving my waste. I am the best in the fúcking world. There is not a person in the world who can get the better of me in this ring.
Nobody.

And so it's been for 300 days.
By hook. By crook. He's still champion.

TV Title: Hiroshi Tanahashi
This is solidly the second title, with Tanahashi becoming champion not long after losing to Punk in that il-fated No.1 contender's match.

Tanahashi has carried the title with style and class.

SWF Tag Titles: The Briscoe Brothers
The Briscoes have been the champions for months. They won it against the Sheepherders in a Steel Cage, and haven't looked back since.

"No one team is insane enough, crazy enough or just plain good enough to rip these titles away from us. We are the best team in the fúcking world. We've fought every kind of team in every kind of match imaginable."

Hint: Not EVERY kind of match...

....

Who will challenge CM Punk? Will it be someone he's met before? Will it be someone he's talked shít about before?

What about the Funks? The Sheepherders? The Andersons? The Nasty Boys? Is there anything they can do about the Briscoes?

And what exactly are Jake Roberts' plans? He's been missing for the last 3 weeks.

Can Umaga find new innovative ways of decimating Kai-en-Tai?

Can Mr Kennedy find his voice again? He hasn't been seen since Umaga spiked him in the throat 2 weeks ago. And Slick hasn't heard from him (literally).

Will Jerry Lawler find his way into a title picture?

Can Ultimo Dragon find a way to remind Slick that the light heavyweights have a role to play?

Mr. Guappa

WWE Network presents

GWA: March to Madness
(Episode 3)

Episode 1 is available here >>>>> GWA March to Madness S1E1
Episode 2 is available here >>>>> GWA March to Madness S1E2

Teddy Long is visiting WWE Champion Stone Cold Steve Austin in a Dublin hospital.



Teddy Long: "Steve, on behalf of the GWA, I want to apologise for Cesaro's attack last week.

It was way out of line and he will be disciplined.

Anyway, he's not your concern anymore playa.

Stephanie McMahon has sent the WWE private jet to bring you back to America."


Stone Cold: “Private jet?

She thinks I'm going to leave Ireland without kicking some Swiss ass?

Teddy, I’m gonna hunt Cesaro down and stomp a mud hole in that son of a b*tch."

Later that evening, we are at this weeks GWA Live Event

The Young Bucks and Marty Scurll are in the ring.


Nick Jackson: "This Sunday the three of us face off against Harley Race and his two tag team partners."

Matt Jackson: "All week we've been waiting to hear what poor souls Steph has nominated to team with Harley Race"

Marty Scurll: "Come on down Harley, the world is waiting"


Harley Race hits the ring


Harley Race: “Unfortunately, I could only get one tag-team partner.

But one partner is all you need when that partner is a VILLAIN".





THWACK! Scurll unleashes an umbrella shot to the back of Nick Jackson.

As Matt turns around he gets an umbrella shot between the eyes.

Scurll unfurls his umbrella to reveal:

A WWE Logo!





Harley Race: "Ladies and Gentleman: My tag-team partner, AND newest member of the WWE family..... 'The Villain' Marty Scurrrllllll!


Joey Styles: “OH MY GOD”


Scurll laughs maniacally as he picks up the microphone:

"Man, that feels good.

A weight has just been lifted off my shoulders.

400lbs of dead weight that is.

Bucks, I'm sick and tired of listening to you 2 idiots for the last year."


Scurll struggles to make himself heard over the vociferous booing from the crowd.


"When the great Stephanie McMahon offered me a WWE contract, I was over the moon.

Not least because I could finally put you 2 clowns in the rear view mirror.

Mr. Race, It will be an honour to team with you this Sunday.

Hey Bucks: I hope you've saved those pennies, 'cos after this Sunday your earning power will be ZERO!"

WWE intercontinental Champion Elias is in the ring.

Before he can start this weeks song, he is interrupted as Teddy Long appears at the entrance way.


Teddy Long: Playa, I've got some contacts in this business, and I know one man who took issue with you claiming to be the best ever intercontinental champion.

This man says you're not even the best current Intercontinental champion."


Elias looks confused, and points at his Intercontinental title belt.


Teddy Long: "With thanks to my good friends in New Japan Pro Wrestling, here is your opponent for March Madness:

The IWGP Intercontinental Champion, 'Stone Pitbull' Tomihiro Ishii"


Joey Styles: "You've got to be kidding me?"


Tomihiro Ishii hits the ring, and flattens Elias.

Elias manages to escape, but looks like he wants nothing to do with the Japanese star


Joey Styles: "There you have it folks, this Sunday at March Madness it will be WWE Intercontinental Champion Elias versus IWGP Intercontinental Champion Tomihiro Ishii."





Joey Styles: "Folks, Elias is in for a world of hurt this Sunday"

Contract Signing for the GWA Championship Match at March Madness

The reigning GWA Champion Chris Hero is in the ring awaiting Sabu.

‘The Knockout Artist’ quickly signs his name on the contract.


Chris Hero: “Maybe Sabu has taken my advice and he’s not going to show up tonight, or this Sunday?”

I’ve got a history lesson for Sabu:

June 24th. September 1st. November 19th. January 7th.

Those are the last four times we’ve faced off, and I’ve won each time.

What makes you think this time is going to be any different Sabu?

You should stay at home and preserve whatever is left of your legacy.


A whistle is heard throughout the arena, and Bill Alfonso emerges from behind the curtain.


Joey Styles: "That's Bill Alfonso! What the hell is he doing here?"


Bill Alfonso: "Chris Hero, you are a very, very wise man

You see, Sabu did lose his edge. He lost his spark. He lost that hardcore inspiration.

Then, two weeks ago, he called 'The Fonz'

And unfortunately for you, we’ve located that inner lunatic, and Chris Hero, you’re going to meet that lunatic at March Madness...."


The lights go out, and when they come back, Sabu is standing in the ring, his arm wrapped in barbed wire.





Chris Hero looks on in shock as Sabu signs the contract

Sabu feigns to hit Hero with the barbed-wire arm, and Hero quickly retreats from the ring.


Bill Alfonso: “This Sunday, it’s Sabu’s last shot at the title, and he’s bringing everything he’s got.

And that contract you just signed states that your match on Sunday will be a Dublin City Streetfight!"


Joey Styles: OH MY GOD! Chris Hero's title reign is in serious jeopardy this Sunday"

GWA superstar Candice LeRae is chatting backstage with Teddy Long


Teddy Long: "Thanks for all your effort here in GWA Candice, and best of luck in WWE. You're going to rip it up over there playa"


Candice LeRae: "Teddy, right now I'm not thinking about what happens when I go to WWE.

All I'm worried about is March Madness and teaching Sasha Banks a lesson in respect."


Sasha Banks attacks Candice from behind, but Candice recovers.

The 2 ladies brawl until they are separated by security.





Candice is busted open, and doesn't want to wait until Sunday, she wants Sasha tonight.

Teddy Long says that they must wait until March Madness, but that their match is now a Steel Cage match!

Sasha screams in a rage at this development.

Candice smiles, as the blood pours down her face.

 
 

At the commentary table, Al Snow and Joey Styles are discussing the backstage attack on Marty Jannetty last week.

Cedric Alexander and Mustafa Ali make their way to ringside.


Cedric Alexander: "Al Snow, last week on commentary you said we weren’t good enough to face The Young Bucks."

Mustafa Ali: "We're sick and tired of old timers like you disrespecting us"

Cedric Alexander: "Al, maybe you should ask your old mate Marty Jannetty what he thinks about us"


Ali and Alexander flip over the announcers table and put the boots to Al Snow.

Marty Jannetty, still hobbling from the attack last week, comes out brandishing a steel chair.

Alexander and Ali retreat to the ring as Jannetty tends to his former tag team partner.

Teddy Long emerges at the entrance way:


Teddy Long: "Hold on Playas. This Sunday at March Madness the four of you will compete in a tag team match. Holla, Holla!

 

BECKYMANIA IS RUNNIN' WILD.

Ahead of her match tonight, a video package airs documenting the rising popularity of Becky Lynch.


Joey Styles: "Folks, for those of you watching outside of Ireland, I can't state enough just how popular this young lady has become here in Ireland.

Women are dying their hair orange as a show of support. Newspapers document her every move.

The line at her merchandise table stretches over the horizon. This young lady has quickly become a national star.

Last week she challenged the undefeated Asuka to a match. We have yet to hear from Asuka."


Once again, Becky easily overcomes her opponent.

Post-match, the arena goes dark.

Asuka’s music hits and the undefeated 'Empress of Tomorrow' comes to the ring.





We have a face-to-face stand-off between the undefeated Asuka and Becky Lynch.


Asuka: "March Madness. Becky. Asuka. Submission Match."


Becky smiles, and the two women shake hands as the crowd chants: "BECKY, BECKY, BECKY"
 

Backstage, we join Teddy Long who is on a Skype call with WWE Exceutive Stephanie McMahon in America


Teddy Long: "Good news playa, March Madness is a sell out this Sunday"


Stephanie: "That's great, we're going to broadcast it on the WWE network too.

It's been a tough road but it looks like we'll have a decent show on the night.

Stone Cold getting attacked last week was unfortunate, but at least he's on a plane back to the States as we speak"


Teddy: “Umm.... Stephanie..... Umm, Stone Cold just walked right by me, looks like he is on his way to the ring”


Stephanie: "WHAT?"
 

Cesaro is in the ring:

"First of all: From now on you can refer to me as Triple C – Claudio ‘Cesaro’ Castagnoli."


The crowd chants: "AUSTIN, AUSTIN, AUSTIN"


"That coward is on his way back home to the WWE.

He is just Stephanie McMahon's lapdog.

Smiling on TV interviews, shilling the latest product for his corporate pay-masters.

The Texas Rattlesnake is dead.

Corporate Steve doesn't want anything to do with Triple C.

Now onto my own futur....."


The crowd comes unglued as Stone Cold Steve Austin charges to the ring.

He lays into Cesaro before eventually security manages to intervene.


Cesaro: “You want a piece of me Stone Cold?

I'll tell you what, put that WWE title on the line and I’ll see you at March Madness"


Austin: "See you Sunday, you son of a b*tch"

*ROLL CREDITS*

---

This Sunday, GWA March Madness:

WWE Championship
Stone Cold Steve Austin vs. Claudio Cesaro Castagnoli (Triple C)

Submission Match
Becky Lynch v Asuka

Tag Team Match
The Young Bucks v Marty Scurll & Harley Race

GWA Championship (Dublin City Streetfight)
Chris Hero vs. Sabu

Steel Cage Match
Sasha Banks v Candice LeRae

Intercontinental Champion v Intercontinental Champion
Tomihiro Ishii v Elias

Tag Team Match
Al Snow & Marty Jannetty v Cedric Alexander & Mustafa Ali

ShagNastii

-The state of play in the WWE-

Fast forward to the year 2020. So many of the current crop have either retired or have moved on. Leading the company now a new breed of wrestler. Triple H has graduated from his hugely successful tenure at the helm of his white hot “pet project” NXT, bringing so much of its phenomenal stars he helped mould and build to the big show. Vince is very much still around but Hunter is holding the reigns. This year will see the XFL relaunched and Vince is like a proud parent waiting to gift his reinstated football league to the world.

Paralleling the period of when the original XFL was born, the wrestling business is booming. With Pete Dunne and his British Strong Style buddies, Hunter has developed talent that can genuinely hold a flame to superstars of his era. DX and the NWO lead the juggernaut that was “Monday Night Wars”. The trio of brits are driving this time and much like the “Monday Night Wars” WWE is in vicious competition with the folks from down south. Dubya-Ceee-Dubya.

WCW you ask? Yes you heard right. With the wrasslin’ boom coming back worldwide Billionaire Ted has cropped up again. When he mentioned in a TV interview that he was interested in getting back into the business that caused him a great amount of hurt and disappointment when it went under. Upon hearing this Vince honourable (under the guidance of Hunter) offered his old sparring buddy the WCW name back and pleaded with him to get back on the horse bring some true competition to his beloved WWE. At first, as Vince had looked for, this really got the best out of everyone. Ratings were back and forth, week-in-week-out continually pointing upwards. Nothing but good for both companies. But as they say old habits die hard. Billionaire Ted started throwing ludicrous money at talent. Vince with the XFL launching cannot match this excess. Much like before he had his crosshairs pointed at Vince and Hunter’s main guys. Namely the worldwide megastars Pete Dunne and British Strong Style.

Ted has thrown out a big eight figure line and HHHs protégés have really seen dollar signs in their eyes. Since Billionaire Ted has come a courting BSS have pretty much downed sticks and refused to fulfil their requirements as WWE employees and stars. The WWE champ and the tag champs should be leaders of the company but they have public started to talk smash about the McMahon family and have been very scalding about their mentor Triple H. Dunne, Bate and Seven have demanded their contracts be ripped up. They are done with the McMahons. They are done with Hunter and they are done with the WWE. On their personal twitter amount the threesome posted the below promo which has cause great hearsay and hype about the future in the world of wrestling.

Trent: Peter, Tyler, Trent. This is British Strong Style. Three friends and wrestlers from UK that would become kings. We came, we saw, we conquered. Fresh off the London’s first Wrestlemania we stand above here with our waists and shoulders laden with gold *Pete holds up his world title. Moustache Mountain hold up their tag titles*. Us British invaders stormed and conquered NXT, we stormed and conquered the WWE. *Smiles with a quick twist of his moustache* Standing top of the pile I have to thank the men who help made this all possible…I’m not taking about Vincent Kennedy McMahon or even the man who’d take credit for it all Uncle Hunter. I’m taking about these absolute geezers. WWE champion Peter Dunne and this beautiful young stud beside, the one and only Mr. Tyler Bate. That’s right, we shall congratulate ourselves and only ourselves for making this business what it is today. When people think wrestling they think us fine gentlemen, British Strong Style. Vince McMahon is a silly old dinosaur off playing fantasy football and Mr. Stephanie McMahon is still as clueless as his wife the night he drugged her and visited the little white chapel. Hunter we’re done with you, we’re done with your father in law and we’re done with your piece of sh*t company. Billionaire Ted has written a blank check and us cowboys want to get out of this one horse federation and follow the light into the big leagues. Peter?....*Trent prompts the WWE champ to proceed. He holds the title to the screen before throwing to the ground.*

Pete Dunne: That is where we’re at. That title means less to me than the belt that’s holding up this fine tailored suit. I believe is this company about the same amount you care about us Hunter. You romance the wrestling world. The “wrestling” man who shall save the pure art of pro wrestling. No No No Hunter- WE are the saviours of pure wrestling. You are a wolf in sheep’s clothing. Well this Wolfpack has now seen the light and have signified the weak wolf of the pack and it is time to oust you Hunter. We promise to knock you off our coattails and choke you with them. Put you down and put down the WWE. Vince once concocted cringey storyline to inject the WWE with a lethal poison in the NWO but look at us now. This ain’t storyline. His would be replacement Hunter has actually delivered the WWE’s greatest poison British F*cking Strong Style. As your good friend Scott Hall said when Billionaire Ted called all them years ago. “In this business you can make friends or you can make money. Well I have my friends it’s time we made some really money”. Ditto Razor, Ditto. I have the truest of friends here in BSS but unlike Scott and Kevin we are not going to be leaving with hugs and “too sweets” we’re going to burn this place down. Tyler. Trent. Let’s get out of this sh*thole.

British Strong Style exit scene as their epic theme sounds rings from the VT.

Given the year is we’re in 2020. XFL part deux is not the only thing making news. The Donald has spent four historical years in the Whitehouse. He is back on the campaign trail. Vince McMahon has invited him to take part in the months WWE programme as looks to court further votes for a second term. One of the WWEs calendar highlights the “King of the Ring” has come at the opportune time as it comes at a time that the president will on RAW and Smackdown. Included in this will be a landmark show where the WWE will return to the USS intrepid (the famous scene where Lex Lugar slammed Yokozuna). Ever the man to stroke his own ego, Donald Trump has suggested Vince McMahon rename the KOTR tourney “The Presidential Classic” for this year only. Vince has granted his good friend his gesture.

True to their recent form British Strong Style made it their business to cause their employer and chairman considerable embarrassment by attacking the president as he announced the Semi-finals of his tournament. A clip of the attacked is previewed on WWE.com.

President Donald Trump: “The Presidential Classic” will build on the fine legacy of the King Of The Ring. Like myself only the best will progress and succeed. As a WWE fan I am in awe of Vince McMahon has done throughout the years. No more so than throwing #Fakenews CNN Ted a bone when he was down on his knees. The guy is a winner. Much like the hoss I believe is going to walk the Presidential Classic, JBL. I have no doubt I shall be presenting the title to this true American classic. Who does he have to be beat? Some dumb Prince wannabe, a mouthy brit or a tough guy from the sh*thole of Japan. Anyway allow me to formal announce the Semi-final match ups *Trump points to the Titantron as a graphic revealing a pair of brackets.

Minoru Suzuki VS Zack Sabre Jnr

And

John Bradshaw Layfield VS The Velveteen Dream

The graphic sits on the tron for a couple of moments before British Strong Style’s music hits and the trio run out to the stage violently pursuing the president. He is grabs quickly, given a few smacks and Pete Dunne in a flash drops him with a bitter end. As Vince and Hunter run out from behind gorilla Bate, Seven and Dunne run off through the crowd. Hunter roars a very audible “WHAT THE F*CK DO YOU GUYS THINK YOU ARE DOING?!!!!!”.He is red faced with steam coming from his ears. Vince is helping his good friend the president who has been joined by his aids. The commentator asks were the attackers have fled to but they are long gone. Grinning and smiling as they made their exits.

This is surely not a sustainable occurrence. What can Vince and Hunter do with their misbehaving champions? As polarising as the president is this is a bad news story (of which it has been ironic touted by billionaire Ted on CNN) for the WWE. Vince has been more than happy with the Attitude eras second coming but this is just too much attitude. And in Hunters view, he holds shame in the guys he nurtured through the ranks. These are now degenerates on a different level.

Elsewhere in the WWE, another stable making shapes at present is the heelish group of AMERICAN BRAVE. This consist of the leader and chief John Bradshaw Layfield, their mastermind Seb Coulter, the young hoss and brute Jack Swagger and the quite conflicted token “hanger on” Drew Gulak. Formed around the same time as Donald Trump’s assentation to the White House. Zeb Coulter and Swagger rekindled the power union they once had. JBL has found a new vigour and his gunning for a return to smack bang in middle of WWEs main event, his first steps towards this will be a victory in the newly renamed King of the Ring tournament. He has been very vocal about this no more so in his weekly “Don’t Tread On Me” podcast that he hosts with Zeb and various special guests. They cover everything from politics, financials, sport and the of course the current state of the wrasslin’ business. Here is a snippet of what him was said when JBL and Zeb discussed the recently announced matchups in the “Presidential Classic”. We caught them in the middle of their conversation.



JBL: “So Zeb have you seen the jackasses they’ve put in front of me for our great presidents tournament? *Zeb nods and laughs to himself*. Talk about giving it to me soft. It has to be a joke. First up I have a The Velveteen Dream? Now Zeb I’m sure you’ve seen him. What an absolute skid mark on our great federation. Myself and my super stable wrestler have had incredible careers all based of the promise of taking names and kicking ass, great American style. No more so than this great man beside me. VD is a compete fairy. He is all that is wrong in our society today. You fought in Nam Zeb? Could you imagine depending on that purple embarrassment to fight alongside you in such an environment. He’d be huddled in a ball in his tent kissing mirrors and listen to piece of crap Prince Cassettes. I will not only beat that joke of a man next week on RAW but I hope to set his straight and show him how a real man fights and conducts himself”.



Zeb: “Geeez I’m guessing I won’t need to brush off any of my pep talks before you take on Princess Purple next week. Once you streamroll VD who do you fancy in the final?”

JBL: “I want that mouthy little brit. Zack Sabre Jnr. He, much like the aforementioned Velveteen Dream needs to be reminded of his place. He shows now shame in coming to this fine country and telling us how it things need to be done. Gun laws, capitalism, civil rights he has critiqued all these. Just last month he came on this very podcast to give his two pence. He needs to have a closer look at himself. He left his sh*thole country to pressure the American dream. American. Zeb am I correct in saying nobody ever aspired to the “Great British Dream”. “Great”. Britain. Gimme a break!!! He talks about Labour and those dreadful Tories in the UK. I feel like I’m in labour anytime that skinny pipsqueak starts talking politics. Let’s be honest, the only thing great about Britain the run way in London city airport and that’s only when my private jet lifting off it facing west and not landing in that sesspit of a city.



Zeb:” To be fair to him, there is no doubting the kid has technical skill. He can be quite the octopus in terms of holds and submissons”.

JBL: “As his fellow Brit (and former guest on this podcast) UFC fighter Michael Bisping once said. Jujitsu and chain wrestling is fantastic but it all goes out the door once somebody has given you a punch in the face. I’m going to give him his own prosomal Brexit and clothesline his little peasized head over the atlantic.”

JBL is now red-faced and seething. Zeb chuckles to himself and sign off for a commercial break.

Zeb: “That’s all for this quarter of the show. Come back after the break where we’re going to talk/debate with CNN sport caster Julian Dawson about Ted Turner’s return to the wrestling business. That should be fun *rolls eyes* Hashtag fake f’n news.”

In other news around WWE

-Goldust has rekindled his relationship with Marlena and returned to his mysterious ways of old. He has again become consumed with the quest for gold. He shall surely crop up somewhere in next week’s Raw show.

-205 Live is somewhat floundering. Drew Gulak has both ironically and timely become a right little Donald Trump. He interrupted last week’s main event between Oney Lorcan, Lio Rush and Ariaya Davari and has promised that he will MAKE 205 LIVE GREAT AGAIN.

-On top of the announced Presidential Classic Match-ups. Alongside his mentor Zeb Coulter, Jack Swagger will go one-on-one with wrestling legend Wahoo McDaniels.

-There is a promised WWE Hall Of Fame announcement. Who will that be?

-As Raw is coming to us from the world famous Madison Sq. Garden, Vince McMahon has stated he will formally unveil the name and details surrounding the New York City XFL Team.

ShagNastii

Show 1

Live from Madison SQ. Garden NYC.

See open with scenes of last week’s show where the want away superstars Pete Dunne, Tyler Bate and Trent Seven attacked guest of Vince McMahon. President Donald Trump. Along with it is the many news clips that went worldwide cause great embarrassment for the WWE. As the cameras hit the arena we hear that familiar sound of No Chance in Hell and with that signature walk Vince McMahon and HHH suited and booted make their way to the ring. They both look in a pretty foul mood. The crowd are deafening with the reception for the two leaders of WWE. Vince takes the mic and cracks a little smile acknowledging the respect being offered by the fans.

Vince: “It looks like we have ourselves a predicament here in WWE. I have a small group of punks that have gone feral and don’t want to play the WWE game. Well, well let me tell you something. Nobody is bigger than this company. I have put 60 odd years of blood, sweat and tears into this company. It really is the brightest light in the sports-entertainment sector. Pete, Tyler, Trent. I ain’t going to let you sabotage this fine association. You are being utter unprofessional, disrespectful and to be honest it feels like you are throwing back in my face every opportunity I have given you young men. You are not showing any faith or good will in the people that gave you so much of the same. Your actions are turning this place sour. Much like the men you are looking to join so badly. Ohh yes, let’s address the elephant in the room, dubya-cee-dubya. Much like yourselves, when I agreed to give my old friend Ted Turner the rights to his old company’s name. It was all in good faith and with nothing but sound intentions. But to my shame Billionaire Ted has like British Strong Style have taken advantage of my good nature. You will not jump ship. I’m not cancelling your contracts. I want you guys on board and I want you to build on what you and what we have established with another boom period for the business. But I digress, I know I maybe talking to myself but allow me pass the mic to a man I know, if you have an ounce of credibility you hold a good bit of respect. A man who helped you so much in the business. Hunter..”



Vince passes the microphone to Hunter. Hunter starts to talk but as he begins to address the young cannons he once lit a fire under “Love is Blindness” blares from the PA and out stroll the trio of British Strong Style. Pete Dunne grins evilly. Trent points at the part of corporates in the ring and Bate follows his friend in anarchy. Hunter drops down to the ringside on the commentary desk side and without hast comes back into the ring having retrieved his trusty sledgehammer. As British Strong Style come into the ring they get into the face of Vince and Hunter. Pete Dunne talks smack to the pair and patronizing dusts off Vince’s suit. As it all gets a bit tense HHH prods the sledge into all their chests with a very firm “BACK OFF. NOT TONGHT”-. As Dunne shouts bile at the boss and his son-in-law Tyler lifts his right hand high in the air beside Vince. He looks puzzled not knowing what is happening. He goes for his patented dummy punch Triple H grabs it just as he almost lands a punch on Vince. HHH throws the punch away from Vince. He rips the top few bottoms from his suit posturing to BBS. He roars into the mic. “PLEASE GET OUT OF MY RING AND GET OUT OF THIS ARENA. You will no longer be required here tonight”.

Vince looks a bit shocked by all this. Dunne gesture a quick “let’s get out of her” to Bate and Seven. They laugh as they return up the ramp and make their way out of the arena. We cut to commercial.

We return to see the first of our President Classic Semi-Finals.

Velveteen Dream VS John Bradshaw Layfield w/Zeb.

The Intercontinental champion Velveteen Dream makes his entrance to join JBL in the ring. As he is putting in his mouth guard and removing his glasses JBL cheap shots him. JBL delivers a quite vicious beat down. As he over powers the Prince-inspired superstar he grabs him by the back of the neck and shout bile at him about him and his lifestyle. If Princes music is a highflying clinic then this is very much a country song brawl. JBL delivers some thunderous shots. But it isn’t long before VD has found his mojo and has begun meeting JBL punch for punch. Don’t underestimate the IC champ under this flowery exterior is as hard as nails. He even kicks out of a clothesline from hell after Zeb distracted with a foot grab. A stunned JBL becomes even more stunned when Goldust’s music hits. The bizarre one waltzes down to ringside which completely distraction the fighters. Even more so when he goes to the IC title and takes it off the timekeepers table. Dream looks on with puzzlement and unaware is grabbed by JBL who whips him for a match winning Clothesline from Hell.

JBL wins at 15.10. Leaving a title-less Velveteen Dream in the ring to recoup and come to terms with WTF just happened. What the hell is Goldust playing at?

We come back from the back and a victorious JBL storms back to just beyond gorilla and joins his stable mate Jack Swagger. The boisterous Texan sings his own praises and tells all backstage that will listen to him. Zeb pats him on the back and prepares to get Swagger ready for his match. JBL drunk with his win boasts and brags even more. He spots a stretching Wahoo McDaniels aside them backstage and he aggressively strides over. He shouts at the veteran disgustingly. “That how us real natives get things done. American Brave baby. Swagger is going to school you gramps”. Wahoo meets JBL nose to nose. He wipes the spit that has hit his face from JBLs rant. He points a finger in his face. “You people disgust me”. With this JBL pushes the Native American back. Before he even has a chance to know what he is at Swagger greets him with a smack of the American flag he was about to carry to the ring. JBL, Swagger and Zeb unload on Wahoo. Swagger suggests “Let’s break his leg. Let’s break his leg”. He is bloodied. Swagger preps a chair hooking it onto Wahoo legs American Brave are thankfully stopped by Ivan and Nikita Koloff. The Russian strike JBL and Swagger with powerful blows are they scarper from the scene of the crime. As Swagger runs Ivan Koloff bellows out a challenge for the young hoss. “Next week Swagger! You’re getting my nephew Nikita one-on-one!!!!!”. The honourable Russian help Wahoo back to his feet he bows to them and offers an appreciative hand shake. We cut to commercial.



We return to see the second of our President Classic Semi-Finals.

Minoru Suzuki VS Zack Sabre Jnr

This one shall be one for fans of the Japanese wrestling. Two Stallworth’s that are former tag team partners. As the uber popular Zack Sabre Jnr makes his way to the ring this one has a different feel to it. Suzuki’s music signifies business so most definitely going to pick up. They are announced to much applause and we are off. Unsurprisingly both start by trading stiff shots. It goes back and forth until Suzuki puts a full spot to the melee with a headbutt right to ZSJ’s temple. We cut to the back where we see JBL and the rest of American Brave looking on intently. The Texas obviously scouting his future opponent. Back to the in ring action, after getting his second wind Sabre Jnr as gained the upperhand by some beautiful kicks to the hard as nails easterner. There again is some beautiful technical wrestling, a clinic. They are going 100 miles an hour and the fans are on their feet. The pace falls to a near stop and the duo are on their knee trading face slap for face slap. Wham!! Suzuki Wham!! ZSJ. Wham!! Suzuki. Wham!! ZSJ. The genius of south England brings an end to the match when he like lighting leaps to his feet and locks on a watertight water bar onto Suzuki. Suzuki roars with pain and delivers a few clubbing hammers to the ZSJ but he isn’t letting go. Suzuki taps and Zack Sabre Jnr advances to face JBL in the final of the Presidential Classic which shall be held at Summerslam in two weeks’ time. The camera cuts to JBL and crew backstage as ZSJ looks on on the Titantron. JBL looks angrily into the camera and clearly shouts “Time to go to school you skinny little fart. See you next week.” JBL then pushes the cameraman to the floor. Zack Sabre Jnr helps his close friend back to his feet. The fighters raise each other’s hands and Suzuki points at ZSJ as if to say “Here is THE MAN right here”.

After the commercial, we are treated to a delightful video package. A flashback to one of 1990s WWFs most iconic moments and certainly a flashback to one of their most bizarre venues. It is the famous day that Superstars emanated from the USS Intripied in New York City. We see that small black helicopter that landed and Lex Luger coming out to slam the unstoppable monster that was Yokozuna. The fans go nuts when it is announced that the WWE will be returning to that scene (the battleship) and as part of this blast from the past the legendary Yokozuna will be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame. Adding to his fine hype and historic venue, we will be again joined by President Donald Trump who shall use this to somewhat “Tribute the Troops”. The commentators lost their collective minds when this is announced. What a treat.

For the second time tonight we here “No Chance in Hell”, Vince and COO mode Hunter come out and they are looking happy much of this has to be giving British Strong Style the quick F right off tonight. These proud businessmen are ready to kick start the naming of teams, venues and what is to be expected from the revamped and relaunched XFL. Vince thanks the crowd and tells them how he is excited as hell to unveil of the new XFL names and where they shall be. He will start tonight.

Vince: “Neeeeew Yoooorrrrrkk Ccccciiiiittyyyyyy!!!!!! Welcome to the X.FLLLL. Man am I happy to final get kicked off with the new and improved XFL. No better place in the world to launch this revised superleague. Now, you are well aware that we have had vast interacts with fans across all social media platforms. We have taken all this feedback on board. As from the outset it was clear that fan really didn’t want it to be linked with the WWE. They wanted a football association for football fans not a football association for wrestling fans. This is something I should have done in its first incarnation. We have tweaked our rules and I promise this will be all about the game. But as a man who built his success on pro wrestling I really think it would be amiss not to reference my first love WWE and you the fans. To this I won’t be sharing commentators, I won’t be taking up XFL time to promote our pro wrestling star. As I said this will be all about the game and the five star football talent that we have drafted to the league. What is this throwback you ask? Well I see it no better tribute than to name all my XFL teams after former WWE superstars that have helped make this company the powerhouse it is today. He points to the Tron which has unveiled a list of teams and their phenomenal logo works and attire. Vince lists all the teams

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. There is no New York teams. The smarky crowd start to boo. Vince gives them a knowing look as if to say “What?”. He smiles and says “Oh My Gawd how could I forget the greatest city in this great nation. Beside me is the King of Kings Triple H. Without a doubt one of, if not the finest wrestling and superstar to ever lace boots. He does, and so do I sees this city as bastion for the world. A true sports city that I hope will become a leader in the XFL project. I’m not being biased in naming this team, a team that will play in the Met-Life stadium, but New York I present to you your team, your players and the men who shall become kings! I give you THE NEW. YORK. CITY KINGS!!!!!!!!

Vince points to the tron and in the back we can see a gigantic bus with a stunning livery identical to the graphics HHH used throughout his career. The bus comes down the venue entrance ramp and it looks like we are going to get a look at this new team and what personnel are involved with the franchise. HHH and Vince smile, both buzzing with the reveal. As the bus turns a corner a strange body stands in front of the bus stopping it. He stand rigid just waving………that, that looks like Tyler Bate. What the heel is he doing? Triple H and Vince in ring start to fume. The camera zooms in on Tyler Bate who has a daft smile in his face as he continues to wave, stopping the bus, for what feels like hours. He then flags the camera and points in towards a direction adjacent to the bus. Big lights being to flash as the camera pans to a juggernaut about 30 metres away with Trent Seven and Pete Dunne looking out the window. It revs and revs. We know what happening. So does Triple H. He runs to the back without hast. Nobody is going to F up “his team”. Wrrrrrrong!!!!!!! British Strong Style are going to. Bate requests the camera man’s attention and looking into the camera. He smiles and just before he waves his partners in literal crime to drive full steam into the New York King’s bus he gaudily gives a one liner “This is our audition for Billionaire Ted and all in WCW. Do you like our work?”.



As he hits the word “work”. The 18 wheeler ploughs into the beautiful team bus. Causing untold damage. It looks like nobody is hurt but as we fade to black as the pack of wolves that is British Strong Style scarper we see Triple H arrives on the scene with a concerned and stressed long upon his face. Total carnage. This has to be the staw that breaks the camels back for Vince McMahon regarding Dunne, Trent and Bate.

Furious-Red

FWA Live
Episode 2

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I65FVY6sqWk

We see a Recap of what happened last week and we cut to the backstage area

Backstage Segment
Seth Rollins is furious as he is going door to door to trying to find Cody Rhodes , He then sees a door with the BC logo on it , He kicks in the door and just stares at Rhodes but before he could go for him Barrett and the MCMG surround Rollins but he goes for them while Cody is able to sneak out of the room. Seth shouts This isnt over!!!!!

Opening Match
Justin Gabriel vs Sami Zayn
What a way to open up the show as we see both Gabriel and Zayn trying to make it to the final of the championship tournament ,with numerous close calls it was Zayn who would pick up the win after Gabriel would miss the 450 which allowed Zayn to hit the Helluva kick for the win

Winner: Sami Zayn



Backstage Segment
Stephen Amell makes an announcement regarding tonights show , He as banned Seth Rollins from getting involved in the Black vs Cody match tonight but has put Rollins in a match against the MCMG's with a partner of his choosing for next weeks show .

In Ring Segment
The lights go down as we see the debut of Ember Moon



Ember says she is the most dominant female wrestler in the world today and cant wait to defeat Rosemary at Red Alert to become the new FWA Womens Champions. Just as Ember was about to leave the ring we can hear Rosemary's voice around the arena saying that she wants to bring Ember to a the ball at Red Alert........ But not just any Ball............ A Monsters Ball!!!!!!!
As Ember looks on confused a spotlight appears on her and we see thumbtacks falling from the roof as Rosemary appears on the tron laughing



2nd Match

R Truth vs ??????????

After asking for a match at Red Alert Amell decided if R Truth can win this match he will be added to the IC title match. Truth is waiting for his opponent to come out and its none other than the debuting resident rockstar Spud



Spud thought this would be an easy match but he shouldnt have underestimated the veteran truth. It looked like Spud was gonna cheat to win while he had his foot on the ropes but the ref would notice it and allow Truth to roll up Spud for the victory using the ropes as a taste of his own medicine

Winner: R Truth



Main Event
Cody Rhodes vs Aleister Black

This was a tough back and forth match with both men proving why they should be in the championship match at Red Alert. However just as it looked like Black was going to finish off Cody with the Black Mass he would move out of the way but the ref would be the one to get hit, Black would go to check on the ref but Cody would hit him with a low blow and go to the outside to get a chair but also signalled for the BC to come down to the ring. The BC music would hit but there was no sign of them but then on the tron you could see all members of the BC on the floor and as the camera zoomed out you could see Seth Rollins standing over them with a steel chair. This would distract Cody as he would turn around to hit Black with the chair but Black would hit the Black Mass at the same time sending Rhodes to the ground. Since the ref was down the GM would hit the ring and make the cover.

Winner: Aleister Black



Post Match
As Cody was getting back to his fee not knowing exactly what happened, Seth Rollins music would hit and would run to the ring to attack Cody , but Cody was able to get out of the ring in time We close the show as both men stare each other down

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Wednesday Night CARNAGE


Live from Radio City Music Hall, New York City




Todd Grisham and Jonathan Coachman welcome us to another edition of Carnage.


Grisham: “We’re four nights away from the biggest show of the year, Pauliemania.”

Coach: “Tonight we’ll see what’s in store for us as we continue our build to the show of shows.”


Rusev & Aidan English come to the ring.



English: “This Sunday at RusevMania we’ll crown a new champion of the WORLDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDD.”

Kurt Angle and the World’s Greatest Tag Team appear on the ramp.

Angle: “Rusev you think your it but Sunday your stepping into the ring with a man who won an Olympic Gold medal with a broken frickin neck.”

Rusev: I would of won Olympic Gold but the stupid western world expelled my country from the Olympics because of stupid diplomats. This Sunday, that championship is mine Angle and you’ll be backed to been washed up again.”

This leads to a brawl between all the men but Shane McMahon comes out to stop it.

McMahon: “If ye guys want action then you’ll get it. Tonight, Rusev & English will face Benjamin & Haas in tag team competition. Kurt you’ll be going one on one with Sheamus.”

Commercial break

Breezango head into Shane McMahon’s office.



Fandango: “Shane, why have we no match on Sunday, we’ve worked hard all year not to be snubbed from the biggest event we have.”

McMahon: “Guys, your right and I believe in giving opportunities so tonight ye’ll face American Alpha and if ye are victorius ye will be added to the tag title match at Pauliemania.”

Match: American Alpha v Breezango

“This is an entertaining contest with both sides fighting with passion to get a victory. The ending arrives when Fandango delivers his legdrop from the top rope on Jordan but Gable distracts the referee allowing Jordan to roll up Fandango and grab the tights for the win.”

Breezango are left heartbroken in the ring as American Alpha are smirking up the ramp.

Commercial Break

Match: Alexa Bliss, Molly Holly & Victoria v The Bella Twins & Jacqueline

“All women get to hit their finishers but Nikki Bella secures the win for her team when she hits the Rack Attack on Molly.”

After the match, as Jacqueline and the Bellas celebrate, the twins beat down on the hall of famer. They smile but Nikki looks ready to also attack her sister but doesn’t at last second.



Coach: “This reminds us of last years Pauliemania when the sister’s were at loggerheads but we thought their differences were sorted.”

Grisham: “Coach, it goes to show us that Sunday will truly be ever woman for herself.”

Shane McMahons office

McMahon: “I’m announcing a mega match to take place tonight. It will be the team of Giant Gonzalez and Warlord v Goldberg and Ryback.”

Match: WGTT v Rusev & English

“Rusev & English are using classic tag team manovres by isolating Haas away from his partner Benjamin. As English is looking for the win a distraction in the form of Honky Tonk Man performing leads to Benjamin getting a tag allowing him to hit Paydirt for the victory.”



American Alpha beat down the WGTT afterwards.

Commercial Break

Match: Goldberg & Ryback v Giant Gonzalez & The Warlord

“Giant Gonzalez refuses to co-operate with his partner walking out and leaving him to the wolves as Goldberg hits a spear and Jackhammer for the win.”

Ryback hits Shell Shock on Goldberg to get the upperhand going into their historic clash.

Shane McMahon heads to the ring with Kendo Stick in hand.

Grisham: “ We’ve seen on social media that Hugh Jackman saying he’ll be showing up tonight.”

Coach: “ It looks like Shane O’Mac has come prepared.”

McMahon: “What’s up New York City. Where are we Wolverine. Come get some.”

A cheer goes up is Hugh Jackman is walking through the crowd. Shane goes to attack him with the Kendo Stick but Jackman grabs the Kendo Stick and smashes it over his knee. McMahon looks shocked and runs away before Jackman gets a hold of him. Jackman poses in the ring and points to the Pauliemania sign to the appreciation of the audience.



Commercial Break

Match: Kurt Angle v Sheamus

“ A hard hitting war comes to a conclusion when Sheamus hits Angle with a steel chair leading to a disqualification.”

Tazz hits the ring to make the save with him and the Celtic Warrior brawling across the arena. In the ring, Rusev hits Angle with Machka Kick. He lifts the title over a fallen Angle to close the show.



Grisham: “ Tune in Sunday for Pauliemania. Goodnight folks.”

DM_7

Hello and welcome to Squared ‘ICE Wrestling review’ with me, Don Murphy.


This review covers the Amorphous PPV. In this review, I include some extra background information as this is largely a new roster; so let’s get to it:



A Rocking Show Opener
The show opened with the promised appearance of The Rock.

In the ring, Rock hyped up an already pumped crowd. He took time to put over the roster and explain to fans why he wanted to invest in a wrestling promotion, "It is time for the Wrestling world to be electrified".

Rock also had two surprises for the fans, he brought two people as he announced both Mike Tyson and Trish Stratus had signed contracts to join ICE Wrestling.

He also announced that Trish would be special guest referee of the tonights main event Womens' World Title match, Charlotte v Toni Storm.



Match 1: RUSH and Jay Lethal v Pentagon Dark and Fenix


Background: This bout came about after RUSH helped distract Pentagon Jr in his No 1 Contender Tournament Bout against Naito. In the Semi Finals Rush got involved in the Naito v Fenix bout, this time Pentagon Jr tried to help Fenix.

The big surprise was when Jay Lethal debuted as a member of Los Ingobernables World Wide (LIWW) and Naito took advantage of all that went on at ringside to defeat the former Lucha Underground Champion. Pentagon Dark and Fenix would later challenge Lethal and Rush to a match.

The Match and Result:

The match got off to a bizarre start when during the entrances; Jay Lethal was in full cosplay mode as Pentagon Machismo. Honestly, you people have to see this and need to check out the footage.

With three Lucha talents and the high flying Lethal (or Pentagon Machismo not sure what to call him) this was a high Risk almost TNA X Division affair. Lots of the action will be in GIF format all across twitter so I don’t need to go into much detail.

During the match Pentagon Dark was repeatedly distracted by cosplayers in the crowd. He was visibly distracted, at one stage striking his own head to knock himself back into focus. In particular, a man dressed as Matanza Cueto, an old foe of Pentagon Dark caused him confusion.

When Fenix went high once too often missing his target, Jay Lethal hit an elbow from the top rope and RUSH got the pin. Pentagon Dark was focused on the crowd throughout this ending.

Winner:

LIWW members RUSH and Jay Lethal

Post-match:

RUSH and Jay Lethal did not hang about to celebrate as Pentagon Dark got back into the ring. Fenix and Pentagon spoke in the ring and the Spanish announce team could inform us that Pentagon apologised to his brother but they must go their separate ways, Pentajon said he is a liability to their team and he must vanquish the demons of his past.

Match 2: ICE Wrestling Intercontinental Championship Match:Switchblade Jay White v Dalton Castle v Jeff Cobb



Background: This match was made by GM Mick Foley to crown a new ICE Wrestling Intercontinental Champion. The original bout was Jeff Cobb v Dalton Castle. After a talent sharing agreement was agreed with NJPW, Switchblade Jay White was added to the bout.

The match and result

As the match got into it, Cobb went for his own version of Suplex City. Switchblade eventually managed to roll through an attempted suplex and land a big a big kick to Cobb. With encouragement from Castle, White brought Cobb to the outside and they set Cobb up to go through the announcers table. Cobb managed to push off Castle and slammed White through the announce table.

Winner:

Cobb won the match after a powerslam to Dalton Castle.

Post-match

The new IC Champion celebrated with fans.


Match 3: No 1 Contender to World Heavyweight Championship at the ICE and Fire PPV: Naito v Matt Riddle

Background: Upon returning to TV, ICE wrestling had a World Champion (Alberto Del Rio) but no Challenger in place for the ICE and Fire PPV.

This year GM Mick Foley decided that a tournament would take place to decide who would be the challenger at the major PPV of the year. During the tournament, we saw some great matches, in the end it was Matt Riddle and Naito who would reach the Final.

Matt Riddle defeated Neville while Naito defeated Fenix thanks to some LIWW shenanigans.


The match and result:

Earlier in the night we saw Naito telling Rush and Jay Lethal that they were to stay in the back and not get involved in this match.

The bout was in the NJPW strong wrestling style with both men landing a lot of big moves and strong strikes. This was the first time a Riddle match lasted longer than 10 minutes in ICE wrestling and went well over that in time.

Towards the end of the match, a ref bump provided a chance for Naito to try something different and brought a steel chair into the ring. Unfortunately, for Naito, Riddle was first to use the chair as weapon when he struck Naito in the mid-section after Naito missed his own chair shot chance.

Then as many speculated, interference arrived, but not from Rush or Jay Lethal, it was Riddles defeated opponent (from the semi-Final) Neville who got involved. First Neville snuck up on Riddle and took a penalty kick shot to Riddles knee (from behind). Neville then used the chair on Riddle’s ankle.

Winner:

When things settled down Riddle was hurt and easy prey for Naito as the ref came back around.

Post-match:

Naito celebrated with his LIWW who made their way ringside while Riddle limped to the back.

Match 4: Match; World Heavyweight Championship Alberto Del Rio (Champion) v Mick Foley

Background:

This came about after Del Rio bragged he was the top star and incomparable to anyone in ICE wrestling, GM Mick Foley challenged Del Rio to pick his poison for the PPV, confident that every male performer on his roster had the ability to be a world champion. Del Rio everyone by selecting Foley as his opponent.

The Match and Result:

Foley appeared healthier than he has in years and moved well at the start of the bout but the hardcore nature of Foleys career still showed. The traditional wrestling bout suited the younger and fitter Del Rio, who, in the end dominated the match and put Foley in a lot of pain. Corey Graves suggested Foley should accept he could not succeed and effectively lie down. As we know, Foley does not quit and refused to tap to a cross arm breaker and kept kicking out of pin attempts. Eventualy Del Rio snapped (Copyright Ken Shamrock) and took an MMA approach, which saw him land hard-hitting strikes and until it appeared Mick lost consciousness.

Match Ending:

Del Rio applied the cross arm breaker and the Ref stopped the match when Mick became unresponsive.

Post-Match:

Del Rio reapplied the cross arm breaker until trainers came out and eventually got him to leave. EMTs and trainers helped Foley to the back but he refused the aid of a stretcher.

Match 5: ICE Wrestling Women's World Championship - Charlotte Flair (Champion) v Toni Storm with Special Guest Referee Trish Stratus

Background: Soon after going back on air, an in ring segment had Mick Foley proclaim Toni Storm as the inevitable future of women’s wrestling. While fans were in agreement but the Champion was not.

For Charlotte Flair believes she is the best today, best of the past and that she will be the best until she retires well into the future. Flair says Toni Storm’s career will not last long enough for her to ever surpass the Champion.

Flair went as far as to say that Toni’s career shortened by 10 years the day she signed with ICE Wresting. Charlotte knows Toni is very good right now, which means they are sure to face off for the women’s championship but the only thing inevitable will be pain, injury and disappointment for Toni Storm when the bout happens.

Toni Storm though had other ideas. She disagreed with Foley about the future, she said using the word future implied it was far away. Storm says she is already close to the best and just needs one big bout to reach the very top.

Foley decided to go ahead and make a match for the very near future.

The match and Result:

As we know, Trish Stratus was added to this bout as special referee and the match had to be in the main event. This was a really good main event bout and one that you should watch on the ICE Wrestling Network. Both Ladies showed their power and athleticism. Both showed their will to win and a no give up attitude.

Flair mentioned injury before the match and she looked to be the one that was hurt worst when she missed a moonsault to the outside. But Flair played possum and used the chance to chop block Toni Storm’s knee. Trish Stratus ended up squaring up with Charlotte who shouted it was not her fault that Toni was no naive.

Match Ending:

Inevitably, despite some more back and forth, a figure 8 was too much for Toni to overcome on this night and she had to submit or risk serious injury.

Post-match:

Charlotte celebrated her victory. Trish Stratus shook Toni Storms hand after Charlotte’s departure in what appeared to be a seal of approval for the young star.

So that was it folks, a busy night of wrestling ends and now we build toward ICE Wrestling’s next big PPV show.



Don Murphy.

SlickRic

FINAL PPV CARD:

CM Punk v Bruno Sammartino (SWF Title Match)

The Briscoes v The Funks v The Andersons v The Sheepherders v The Nasty Boys (Tag Team Title Elimnation Chamber Match)

Mr Kennedy v Umaga

Jake Roberts v Jerry ‘The King’ Lawler

Essa Rios v Taka Michinoku

Ultimo Dragon v Hiroshi Tanahashi (TV Title Match)


The show kicks off with the usual, spectacular pyro, as SWF: End of Days begins!

It begins with Slick coming out on stage:

“This is a night you won’t forget. Every night is important when you’re competing in the SWF, but tonight really is different.

Will Ultimo Dragon get what he feels he’s owed?
Can the Briscoes survive the most violent match ever assembled?
Can Jerry Lawler overcome his fears?
And can Bruno shut CM Punk up?

Buckle up, folks!”

And with that, Ultimo Dragon’s music hits, and he makes his way down the ring.
No emotion.
No fanfare.
No acknowledgment of the crowd.
He just gets in the ring.
He faces the aisle, and waits for Tanahashi.

Tanahashi’s music hits to a thunderous ovation. He wastes no time in running to the ring, and laying into Dragon. Forearms, high kicks come raining down on Dragon. For 2 solid minutes, Tanahashi destroys Dragon. He hits an enziguri. He picks Dragon up, and hits 2 German suplexes. Dragon looks done.

He has had no offence in this match.

Tanahashi goes to the top rope, ready to hit the High Fly Flow. He hits it! But no cover...
Tanahashi gets Dragon in position for the Clover Leaf. He has it synched in. It looks like Dragon might tap. But no, Tanahashi decides to let go, as he wants to hit one more frog splash. But not in the ring.

Tanahashi drags Dragon outside. He hits a German. Then Tanahashi puts him on the ringside table. He goes up to the top turnbuckle. He launches himself, and Dragon gets out of the way! Has Tanahashi tried to go too far, and has he cost himself the match, and his title?

Dragon, limping, rolls Tanahashi into the ring. Cover. 1....2...kick out.
Slowly, Dragon drags him up for a brainbuster. Cover. 1...2...kick out.
Dragon drags him up for a running powerbomb. No cover. Asai moonsault. Cover. 1...2....kick out.
Dragon immediately hits a corkscrew moonsault as Tanahashi tries to stir. Cover. 1...2...shoulder up.

As Dragon drags Tanahashi up, Tanahashi shows signs of life. The two trade blows. Knee to the gut from Dragon. Goes for the Asai DDT. Tanahashi throws him off, and goes for the enziguri. Dragon blocks, swings Tanahashi around, hitting the ref in the knee, who is now down momentarily.

Dragon notices, he hits an hellacious low blow. Asai DDT. Corkscrew Moonsault. 1...2...3.

And your NEW TV Champion – Ultimo Dragon

Dragon runs from the ring, as Tanahashi stirs, holding his head in his hands, distraught at the loss.

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CM Punk arrives outside the building.
Cocky, he gets out of his limo, and saunters into the building.
Not a care in the world

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The Briscoes are in their dressing room.

“This is bull****. What did we do to deserve this? Come on. We can still do something about this.”

They walk out of the room.

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Essa Rios makes his way to the ring, followed by Taka Michinoku, who is accompanied by Funaki.
Essa Rios points and laughs at Funaki in particular, as he and Taka square off.

And so the bout starts with Taka hitting several quickfire chops and kicks. He whips Rios into the ropes, and Rios bails out. He confronts Funaki again. Taka comes up behind him and attacks him again. More chops, and he throws Rios back in the ring.

Rios stomps Taka on the way back in, and takes over. Dropkicks. Lariats. More taunting at Funaki. Near falls.

Taka makes his comeback. Clothesline. Powerbomb. Top rope missile drop kick. Cover. 1...2...Kick out.
Enziguri. Cover. 1....2....Kick out.
Rios blocks a sunset flip, countering it into his own cover. 1...2...shoulder up.
Rios then hits a superkick. He goes for the frog splash. Misses. Taka goes for the Michinoku driver. Rios escapes to the outside. He targets Funaki. Taka is on the way, this time coming from behind Funaki, and Funaki times his move perfectly. He turns, and clocks Taka right in the MOUTH! Rios looks at him in shock. The crowd is in shock. Funaki starts pointing at himself, and slowly walks away.

Rios rolls Taka into the ring. He hits his Frog Splash. 1...2...3.

Winner: Essa Rios

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Slick is in his office, and the Briscoes have stormed in.

“We want out. One team. Even two teams is fine. But this match is ridiculous. You can’t make us defend our titles this way.”

Slick says he can, and they will.
The fans deserve to know who the best is, and what better way than having every team slug it out, and leave it all in the ring.
He wished the Briscoes the best, and they left.

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Jerry Lawler makes his way to the ring. He does not look comfortable. He’s already nervous, looking behind him, scratching his body, and generally just paranoid – and Jake isn’t even out yet!

And so Jake makes his way to the ring. Damien is in tow.

The crowd laughs as Jerry makes his way to the commentary team to try to blend in. He tries all sorts of tricks. He kicks the timekeeper out and tries sitting in his position too. Jake reaches the ring, and see Jerry. Jerry sees that Jake sees him. He tries to run. He makes it over the barricade. But Jake catches him. They make their way back to the ring and the bells rings.

Jake works Jerry over. He taunts Jerry by gesturing at Damien. Jerry looks petrified every time. Jerry manages to cut Jake off, sucker punch him, and then take over. He goes for a piledriver to try to end it quickly. No beans. Jerry hits a powerslam. He hits his forearm. Cover. 1....2....kick out.

Jake cuts Jerry off, and hits a short arm clothesline. Cover. 1....2...shoulder up.
Another clothesline. An attempt at a piledriver. No beans as Jerry blocks his own move with a backdrop.

Both men get up. They trade punches. It reaches a crescendo. Then Jake kicks Jerry in the gut. DDT. But Jerry is too close to the ropes, and finds a way of rolling outside. Jake goes to get him. He throws Jerry back in the ring. Cover. 1....2...Kick out! He whips Jerry into the turnbuckle. Jerry gets out of the way. Jerry then launches Jake into the ropes. Double clothesline, and both men are down.

Jake reaches for Damien. He crawls over to the bag desperately. Inch by inch. The camera zooms in as Jake tries so hard to make it to the corner. Then all of a sudden – Jerry steps on Jake’s hands. He’s up! He has Damien’s bag in his hand! He takes Damien out! The crowd is absolutely stunned. He takes Damien and fearless swings him at Jake. He then throws Damien to the mat.

Your winner is: Jake Roberts by DQ

He picks Jake up. Piledriver.
Jerry is delighted with himself. He picks Damien up again. He rubs noses with Damien, and puts him back on the mat.

He leaves.

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Bruno Sammartino arrives. He waves to the small crowd who are waiting in the parking lot. He signs some autographs. He high 5s a couple of kids.

He then makes his way into the arena.

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Funaki is in the back, having just gotten changed out of his gear. Taka, holding his jaw, barges in, shoved Funaki, and asks him.

“What was that?”

Funaki tries to walk away. Taka grabs him by the arm, but Funaki swings and hits him with a pipe that he must’ve had in his pocket. He then continues the beat down. Officials come in and break it up, but Taka is a bloody mess

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Umaga’s music hits, and he makes his way to the ring, holding his thumb aloft – a symbol of what he has done to Mr Kennedy (3 weeks ago he had repeatedly hit Kennedy with a Samoan Spike, thus rupturing Kennedy's vocal chords).

Kennedy then comes out onto the stage. We haven’t ‘heard’ from him in weeks since Umaga’s attack. His mic drops from the roof. He pauses. He looks around the arenas. The crowd can’t wait.

“IT’S MIIIIIISSSSSSTTTTTEEEEEEERRRRRRRR
KENNNNNNNNNEDDDDDDDDDYYYYYYY”

And the crowd chants back: “KENNNNNNNNNNNEEEEDDDDDDYYYY”.

And Kennedy runs to the ring, slides in, and starts trying to lay a beating on the Samoan Bulldozer. Punches are flying. Umaga shoves Kennedy into the ropes, and Kennedy continues to let the punches fly. But Umaga is not going down. Kennedy tries a clothesline. The monster wobbles. He tries another. The monster wobbles again. He tries a third. He wobbles one more time. Kennedy climbs to the top rope. He tries a flying clothesline, but Umaga mows through him, and Kennedy is down.

Umaga stomps on him. He punches him. He splashes him in the corner. He headbutts him.
1....2....kickout.

Kennedy shows life. He rallies. He tries a missile dropkick. Umaga wobbles. Umaga then cuts him off. He goes for the Samoan Spike. Kennedy ducks. He runs into the ropes. Umaga catches him on the return with a Samoan drop. Cover. 1....2....shoulder up. Umaga sets him up in the corner for his patented splash into the corner. He hits it. He signals once more for the Samoan Spike. He goes for it. Kennedy blocks. He hits the Mic Check. 1....2....kickout by the Samoan. Kennedy drags Umaga up for another Mic Check. Umaga suddenly hits the Spike right in Kennedy’s throat. Kennedy is rolling around in agony, clutching his throat. Umaga is delighted with himself. He taunts the crowd. He holds his thumb aloft in celebration.

But he takes too long. Kennedy, even though still in agony, rolls up the Samoan in a small package.

1....2....3.

Your winner: Mr Kennedy.

Kennedy rolls out the ring, and runs up the ramp, still clutching his throat. He stands at the top of the ramp. The mic falls from the ceiling. He pauses. He looks around. He opens his mouth.

“And your winner....MIIIIIIIIIIIIISSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTEEEEEEEEEERRRRRRRRRRR
KKKEEEEEEEEEEENNNNNNNNNNNNNEEEEEEEEEEEEEDDDDDDDDDDDDYYYYYYYY”

And the crowd shouts his name back to him.

Umaga is apoplectic in the ring.

---

Jake Roberts is seen leaving the arena with Damien in tow.

A reporter tries to stop him, and the reporter is shoved out of the way.

---

Tanahashi, still visibly upset, runs into CM Punk. Punk laughs at him as he walks by.

As Punk walks off, Tanahashi’s expression changes to anger and determination. He turns to the camera, and yells something in his native tongue straight down the lens. He then shoves the camera, and walks off himself.

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A video package is shown, hyping up the Elimination Chamber.

Another package is then shown showcasing each team, and the carnage they’ve inflicted through their respective careers.
Sheepherders hacking people with barbed wire.l
The Briscoes hitting brainbusters through tables.
The Nasties smaking opponents with clubs.
The Andersons gouging wrestlers’ eyes.
The Funks just bleeding all over the place.

The teams make their way to the ring one by one.

The Andersons look mean as hell.
The Nasties are as colourful and crazy as ever.
The Sheepherders, barbed wire bats in hand, come down. The referees make sure the weapons aren’t in the ring though.
The Funks come out to a massive ovation.
The Briscoes, arguing between each other, come down to the ring last. They’re still not happy. Arguing with the officials as the belts are taken off them.

The announcer goes through the rules for the live crowd.

“Every 3 minutes a new team will be put into the ring at random. When someone is pinned, that team is eliminated from the match. Eliminations happen until one team is left, and they will be crowned the new Tag Team Champions.”

All participants get put in their pods, apart from the Briscoes, who of course found out on the go-home show that they’d be in the ring first (there was a live draw of names from a drum).

The lights go out, and a shuffling light appears going from pod to pod, as another team is to be chosen at random.

It’s the Sheepherders, and the fight begins. Punches, slaps, low blows – this is no disqualification, obviously. The Briscoes are already in trouble. They try to regroup, but there’s nowhere to go. Butch and Luke are scratching them, biting them. It’s absolute chaos, and the crowd is loving it. The Nasties are laughing from the booth right next to them. The Briscoes are at sea, until Mark ducks a clothesline, and hits a dropkick out of nowhere on Luke. He then quickly low blows Butch, and the Briscoes have the advantage. They then hit a double spinebuster on Butch on the steel. They then focus on Luke.

5....4....3....2....1

It’s the Andersons, which means it is not good news for the Sheepherders. They go straight to helping the Briscoes put a beating on. They choose to work on the left arm of both Sheepherders. Hammer Lock slams. Armbars. Agricultural stomps to the area. It’s brutal. The cameras zooms in, and there’s a massive welt on Butch’s shoulder.

5....4....3....2....1

It’s the Nasties. They charge in, and it seems they managed to get some brass knucks past the referees, and they destroy the Briscoes, and then the Andersons. Double shoulder tackles. Straight punches to the mouth. There is nothing fancy here. In fact, at this point, the Briscoes find a way to take a breather. They’re at one end of the chamber as the Nasties and Sheepherders have a bit of fun with the Andersons.

5....4....3....2....1

The Funks are the last ones out, and head straight for the Briscoes. This has been a long time coming. Terry hits a piledriver right out of the gate on Jay. Dory hits one straight after that on Mark. Both moves right on the steel. The Funks then head over to the Nasties, and start beating on them. There are no friends here. Atomic Drop on Knobbs. Suplex on the steel on Sags. As they head back over to the Briscoes, Ole Anderson crawls over Sags, and gets the 1...2...3.

We’re down to 4.

The Andersons square off with the Sheepherders in the middle of the ring. Butch and Luke let out a primal scream. Punches fly. Nobody really gets the upper hand for a few seconds, but then the Sheepherders push the Andersons onto the ropes at the same time. Whip off the ropes, and it’s a clothesline on both. The camera then cuts to Terry Funk who has somehow engineered a way through his original pod, down below the ring. There seems to have been a gap! He brings out a wrench, a bat, and a full array of weapons. He hits Butch in the head with a bat. He hits Luke in the head. He turns to Ole, and he’s smacked in the leg with the wrench. The same for Gene. Dory joins him, and the both synch their patented Spinning Toe Hold in. The Andersons tap.

We’re down to 3.

The Funks stalk the Briscoes down, weapons in hand. And they lay a holy beating on the two of them. Blood is quickly streaming from the Briscoes. It’s ugly. The Funks have utterly lost it. Funk goes into his pod, and finds a sledgehammer. He swings at Mark, who ducks. The sledgehammer gets stuck in the Chamber structure. It gives Jay a split second to pick up the bat, and whack Terry with it. Blood is now coming from Terry’s head too. Dory then takes one to the gut as well. All 3 teams are down. Jay is the first to get up. He gets into the ring, and meets Butch. A kick to Butch’s head. A chop to his chest. He throws him into the ropes. Dropkick. He takes him to the top rope for a Frankensteiner. He hits it. 1....2....Luke saves the match, rolling up Jay in the process. 1....2....kickout! Mark then joins in and it’s war again. No weapons needed for this. The Briscoes launch the Sheepherders into the ropes. Double Clothesline. Jay stirs first again, but all of a sudden Luke comes in, knocks him over. He goes for the BearHug. It’s in! Will Jay tap or pass out???? On the other side of the ring, Mark has hit a Brainbuster on Butch. The ref turns. 1....2....3.

The Sheepherders are eliminated, just as Jay is about to tap.

We’re down to 2. The Briscoes and the Funks.

Jay is in a bad way. He’s basically unconscious. Mark tries desperately to revive him as the Funks simultaneously come to. They both have a bat in hand. They stalk the Briscoes. They swing. They miss! They swing again. They miss. The Briscoes run to the top of one of the pods. The Funks follow them. The Briscoes jump off the other side. Dory catches Mark. Hits him with the bat. At the same time, Jay has got himself a bat, and has whacked Terry.

So it’s Dory v Jay for the titles. They throw down their weapons. It’s a fist fight. The crowd is erupting. Jay goes down. Dory goes down. Then Dory picks up his bat one more time, and hits Jay right in the gut. Bent over, he’s in position for the piledriver. He hits it.

1....2....3. And it’s over.

The winners, and NEW SWF Tag Team Champions: The Funks

The Briscoes are in a heap as the Funks, bloodied faces, are celebrating a huge win as they back up the ramp.

---

And so it’s time.

CM Punk is stretching.
Sammartino is loosening up with some shadow boxing.

A video package of the feud plays.

Sammartino makes his way to the ring. The whole crowd is in his corner, as they hope he finally shuts up the self proclaimed ‘Best In The ****ing World’. His family has been insulted. His manhood has been questioned. His integrity has been tested. But this is it. This is his chance for revenge, and to prove that he’s as great as everyone says he is.

CM Punk comes down. Boos ring around. He’s miming the spitting motion, as he walks down the aisle (a very obvious reference to the go home show where he spat in Sammartino’s face). He gets in the ring. He hands over his title. He’s smirking. He’s confident.

Let’s go.

It starts as a simple stare down. Punk unsurprisingly smirks in Sammartino’s face and talks a hell of a lot of smack. The ring mics pick up Punk telling Bruno…

“You're out of your depth. Just lie down. Just lie down”

Bruno thumps Punk right in the jaw. He lets Punk crawl to the corner holding his face. Punk is appalled. He tries again to talk smack in Bruno’s face.

“This is your last chance. Lie DOWN”

Bruno punches Punk to the canvas again. Punk is as incredulous as before. He gets up. He gets in Bruno’s face. Punk can be seen to cough up some spit in his mouth, but before he can spit, Bruno punches him for a third time. He picks Punk up. He punches him again. Then a hiptoss. Then an overhead slam. Then Punk is given another hiptoss and Bruno locks him in an arm lock. Bruno then whips Punk into the ropes and Punk slithers out.

Bruno waits patiently. Punk gets back in the ring. It looks like he's about to give Bruno more verbals, but instead leads with a poke to the eye. And at this point, Punk takes over. For a few minutes, Punk works Bruno over with chops, stomps, the odd flying elbow off the ropes. Bruno flurries every so often, but Punk cuts him off in various ways. Knees to the gut, pokes to the eye, stomps to the knee.

Bruno then cuts Punk off with a clothesline. He rallies. 3 overhead slams in a row. Powerslam. Punk escapes outside, but is reeling. Bruno hammers him with more overhand rights. He puts Punk on his shoulder. It looks like he's going for a Running Power Slam. Punk escapes down Bruno’s back, and gets back in the ring. Another stare down through the ropes. The crowd are baying for Bruno. The chants ring around the arena.

Bruno slides in. They lock up. Punk gets Bruno up for the GTS. Bruno escapes. Bruno goes for a piledriver. Punk escapes. Punk goes for a high kick. Blocked. Bruno goes for a punch. Blocked. Punk goes for a leg sweep. Bruno jumps out of the way. Bruno goes for another punch. Blocked.

Punk then connects with an enormous spit to the face. The saliva can be seen dripping off Bruno’s chin. Bruno's face is one of unbelievable anger. He hits the ropes going for an out of control clothesline. Punk sees it coming. He trips Bruno. He floats over and synches in the Anaconda Vice. Will Bruno tap? 10 seconds. 20 seconds. 40 seconds. Bruno looks like he's passing out. He gets a second wind. The crowd go nuts. He uses all his anger and adrenaline to get to his feet with Punk on his back. Samoan Drop!

Hanmerlock is in! Punk is on his face with Bruno on his back putting an unreal amount of pressure on the shoulder.

Punk taps!

And NEW SWF Champion: Bruno Sammartino.

Fireworks go off. Bruno is in tears.

Thank you and goodnight!

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In terms of going forward, Sammartino and Punk will have a rematch. Punk will claim that he underestimated Bruno, and he won't make that mistake again. He's likely to go further with the disrespect too.

Jake will end up winning his feud with Jerry Lawler, thus setting up a World Title match down the line with Sammartino, once he's won his rematch.

Punk would go on on to a high profile feud with Tanahashi, who has now lost the TV title, and now has new incentive to get back to being successful.

The Funks have a ready made feud with the Sheepherders as the Sheepherders will complain that they were unlucky to be eliminated. There will also have to be a rematch with the Briscoes, who were also kept relatively strong after a long title reign.

Kennedy will feud with Lawler, once Lawler has lost his rematch with Jake. Kennedy will keep the momentum going, looking towards a possible TV Title Match with Ultimo Dragon.

Plenty of potential feuds to keep things interesting!

Mr.Nice Guy

(credit to Deadlie for the sig)

Welcome one and all to this Grapplemania Preview Show. We at Monday Night Grappling are thankful to NBC for allowing us to air this one hour special preview show of this year's Grapplemania, for those viewers that may have missed our action-packed, top rated TV shows from the past few weeks (which DEFINITELY happened.)

Tonight's show focuses on the 7 eagerly anticipated match-ups that will come to you live from a sell-out crowd of over 75,000 people at the NRG Stadium, Houston, Texas. Let's take a closer look at what's in store...

Main Event
Vacant World Heavyweight Championship
No Disqualification
Chris Jericho vs Kenny Omega II

The debut of Chris Jericho in Monday Night Grappling turned out to be a bittersweet experience. While the fans took him into their hearts immediately, Jericho spoke openly about the pain of his loss to Kenny Omega in Japan – his most high-profile defeat in recent memory.

Jericho pledged to put the loss behind him – but fate had other ideas. In a Battle Royal to determine the company's new World Champion, Jericho would eliminate Bruiser Brody to seemingly win the title – only to discover there was one entrant left: Kenny Omega. The man who had defeated Jericho was now signed to the company.

As Omega darted to the ring, the two men locked up and immediately sent one another tumbling over the ropes. As everyone wondered what the result would now be, the official decision was a draw – meaning the title would remain vacant until Grapplemania. Both men were now considered the top contenders and would face off to crown the new champion.

Iniitally, Jericho was reluctant. Omega would spend weeks taunting him, claiming that there was no Alpha Club now; instead Kenny claimed following his win in New Japan he was "The Alpha and the Omega". In response to the taunts, and the doubts he himself had, Jericho would reveal he had gone on a personal pilgrimage to the Hardy Household, and had tasted from the so-called Lake of Reincarnation. ‘I’ve been drinking it in…maaaaaaaaaan.’

What that means is this match now won’t involve the grizzled Jericho of New Japan, nor the suit-wearing Jericho of a decade ago. No, this will be old-school Jericho, "the Ayatollah of Rock n’ Rollah" back to get revenge in a match being billed as the biggest rematch in the business.

What they say…

Kenny Omega: "Jericho can talk all he wants about being ‘back’ and his reincarnation but there will be no Phoenix rising from the flames. The Alpha Club is dead. I killed it. I am now The Alpha and the Omega. And at Grapplemania, I will become a World Champion."

Chris Jericho: "Kenny Omega will you please….SHUT...THE HELL...UP. This time you’re going face to face with the Millenium Man. The King of the World. This time you’re taking on a man who knows what it takes to be an Undisputed Champion. This time you’re in over your head, junior. And you will never…eeeevvvvvverrrrr...be the same…again."

What we say…

The biggest rematch in the business comes to you live at Grapplemania. The five star classic the world has been waiting for. It will be a modern icon vs a vintage great. "The Alpha and the Omega" vs Y2J. Who will take home the title?

The Battle For House Hardy
"The Final War"
Broken Matt Hardy vs Scott Steiner

"I have a premoneeeeeeetion that speaks of a great evil heading my way..." were the ominous words of Broken Matt Hardy on the first episode of the new season. Nevertheless Broken Matt continued to perform for the fans, becoming one of the most iconic faces of the company.

This great evil, however, would strike weeks before the PPV when two masked men would emerge from the crowd, brutalising Matt and handcuffing him to the ropes. They would reveal themselves as Rick Steiner and Buff Bagwell and they would point to the titantron where a figure could be seen emerging from the Lake of Reincarnation: Scott Steiner.

Steiner, now in the prime physical condition of his youth but with his late 90s craziness intact, spoke of his disgust that the company had given so much time and exposure to "vanilla midget punk bitches" and "goofy sonsabitches like you". Steiner declared himself the new master of House Hardy, renaming it the Big Bad Booty Mansion.

As Broken Matt looked on, Steiner would bring Stacy Keibler into view, carrying Matt's sons King Maxel and Lord Wolfgang while Rebecca was shown tied up in the background. Steiner challenged Broken Matt to be a man and face him for control of the property or he would have to pick a fight with another of Matt's family. As Broken Matt signed the contract presented to him by Bagwell and Rick, the last words that could be heard in the message would be Rebecca screaming ‘Help us, Matt!’

Rick and Buff then beat up Matt some more before uncuffing him. Broken Matt now makes his way home to save his family and the Hardy household itself from the maniac that is Scott Steiner.

What they say...

Scott Steiner: "This guy calls himself 'Broken' Matt but this sumbitch ain't broken. When I'm through with him he's gonna be broken. He's gonna be known as 'Broken, beat-up, bitch-ass Matt Hardy". And this place will be MINE."

Broken Matt: "The great war is here. And it will be a war of annihilation."

What we say...

Who will prevail in this insane contest which the company is branding "The Final War"?

MNG Junior Heavyweight Championship
Ladder Match
Rob Van Dam (c) vs Ricochet

Rob Van Dam's arrival into Monday Night Grappling was an instant hit as he claimed the company's brand new Junior Heavyweight Championship, a title he has held now for nearly a year.

As RVD continued to wow fans, another name was signed to the company: Ricochet. At first RVD would welcome the new signing but over time fans began clamouring for a match between the two, speculating over who would win. It soon became clear Van Dan's vanity did not take kindly to the suggestion Ricochet could best him. Ricochet too would openly call for the match, warning RVD if he continued to avoid the match, the fans would deafen him not with chants of 'R-V-D' but 'Ri-co-chet': a prediction that turned out to be prophetic.

In the end the decision was taken out of Van Dam's hands, with Ricochet winning a triple threat match involving himself, Kota Ibushi and Kushida to earn the title shot. After the match, RVD would finally confront Ricochet telling him he was a big fan and asking if Ricochet thought he could take on RVD in his best match - the ladder match. Ricochet gladly accepted and the two men shook hands - before Van Dam would knock down Ricochet with a kick, followed by a Rolling Thunder.

What they say...

Ricochet: Rob's been ducking this match for months but there will be no hiding place at Grapplemania. I've been known as a Prince in my Lucha Underground days but soon I'm going to be known as the King of this division.

Rob Van Dam: Listen, this Ricochet dude is an amazing talent. He's awesome. But he's no Mr. Monday Night Grappling. And at Grapplemania I'll show him and the world that the best high-flying wrestler of all time is everybody's favourite superstar...Rob...Van...Dam.

What we say...

Two of the most acrobatic wrestlers in history will collide in a match that promises to be jaw-dropping. This is not to be missed.

World Tag Team Titles
The Von Erichs vs Stan Hansen & Bruiser Brody (c)

The team of Stan Hansen and Bruiser Brody have been destroying everyone in their path since they arrived as a duo and it wasn't long before they acquired the company's tag team titles.

When David and Kevin Von Erich won the right to be number one contenders for the belts, fans wondered would the popular Texans finally topple the champions.

It seemed Bruiser Brody was concerned too. He and Stan confronted the Von Erichs with Brody telling them out of respect for their father - the man who had trained Brody - he and Stan would give the two men the right to walk away from the match and be spared a beating.

The offer was flatly refused by both Von Erich brothers who insisted they were not afraid, extending their hands to both men and saying may the best team win. This would result in a ferocious assault on both Von Erichs who would be left bloodied and battered.

The stage is now set for Grapplemania where the Von Erichs will be searching for the titles in their home state of Texas - as well as revenge.

What they say...

Bruiser Brody: "We offered them a way out! But now the only thing they're getting is the worst beating they've ever had!"
Stan Hansen: "If they're dumb enough to show up at Grapplemania, I'm going take both of their heads off! Texas is my turf too and I'm gonna whoop 'em bad!"

David Von Erich: "We tried to do things the right way and the honourable way but if they want to get dirty, my brother and I can play that game too.
Kevin Von Erich: We're going to show Brody and Hansen you never cheap shot the Von Erichs.

What we say...

Glory, pride and vengeance are all at stake in this one which the Texas fans are sure to love.

Loser Leaves Company Match
The Rock 'N' Roll Express vs Lance Storm and William Regal

The popular team the Rock 'N' Roll Express very quickly got on the wrong side of Monday Night Grappling Commissioner William Regal. On one occasion accidentally knocking him over while running out to ringside, on another occasion Ricky spilling coffee over him, while Robert was heard badmouthing him within Lance Storm's earshot - who promptly snitched to his mate and boss Regal.

All this would culminate in Regal deciding to make them pay. In a ceremony that saw the RNR led to believe they were being inducted into this year's Monday Night Grappling Hall of Fame, Regal dropped a bombshell - they were actually being inducted into the first ever William Regal Kiss My Ass club. Regal explained having to do this to Vince McMahon was the worst moment of his career - and now Ricky and Robert would have to do the same or be fired.

Both Ricky and Robert refused and sure enough were told by Regal that they were FIRED. But wait - the board of directors would step in a week later revealing a huge outpouring of support for Ricky and Robert, and blasting Regal for using his ego over common sense, as well as Storm for being complicit.

The board have thus made a match and offered Ricky and Robert a lifeline: the loser of the PPV bout will leave Monday Night Grappling for good. If Ricky and Robert win, they stay put and Regal and Storm go; likewise if Storm and Regal win; they remain and Ricky and Robert go.

What they say...

Lance Storm: If I can be serious for a minute, I think that-
William Regal: Excuse me, I'll handle this, my good man. A few years back Nick Bockwinkel and Ray Stevens lost a match and had to leave this promotion for good. And they have never returned. The same thing will happen to those two bloody pillocks I can assure you. And those teenage girls need not cry any tears about it, because Lance and I are two of the dishiest blokes anyone could ever want to see.

Ricky Morton: Regal and his sidekick have been out to get us since day one but the RNR Express will have the last laugh. I know what happened to Nick Bockwinkel and Ray Stevens some years ago but that won't happen to us; instead it will be Regal and Storm packing their bags.
Robert Gibson: Storm and Regal are going to be inducted into the RNR Express We Just Fired Your Ass club.

What we say...

Someone is leaving the company for good. These men have contributed plenty to Monday Night Grappling historically. Which duo will depart forever?

Singles Match
#1 Contender Match for Junior Heavyweight Title
Kota Ibushi vs Kushida

Both Kota Ibushi and Kushida entered the company at the same time, and the two Japanese stars and former rivals would stick together initially, wowing fans with outstanding performances as part of a popular tag team.

But like so many friendships, the lure of success got in the way.

When a triple threat match was made involving both men and Ricochet facing off for the right to face RVD for the Junior Heavyweight Title, Ibushi and Kushida promised not to let it affect their burgeoning friendship. But as the match progressed, and the near falls racked up, the old rivalry reared its head, with both men busting each other's lips with vicious strikes.

In the end, Ricochet would win the match pinning Ibushi with his 630 senton. Following the bout, Kushida would mock Ibushi claiming he would not have been pinned by Ricochet and blaming Ibushi on him not having a title shot at Grapplemania.

This match has now been made to settle the dispute with the winner earning a future opportunity at the winner of RVD vs Ricochet. Who will it be?

What they say...

Kota Ibushi: No more friendship. I will finish him.

Kushida: I know I am the best. I show him. I show everyone.

What we say...

These two performers can't possibly have a bad match together. Who will become the number one contender and walk away with pride intact?

MNG US Heavyweight Championship
First Time Ever
Barry Windham vs Kerry Von Erich (c)

"Do you realise you and I have never had a one-on-one singles match?"

It was this simple question by Barry Windham to US Champ Kerry Von Erich that would prompt a massive cheer from the Monday Night Grappling audience and set in motion the making of a dream match.

Windham, who had been associating with Brody and Hansen - the two men who had attacked Kerry's brothers David and Kevin - had been shown backstage for weeks watching Kerry in action. But he needed no dastardly heelish plan to get this match.

That simple question to Kerry - as Windham well knew - would result in a fighting champion like Kerry accepting a challenge at Grapplemania. The match is now set.

What they say...

Barry Windham: When I was on top in the 80s, everyone would ask me who would win in a match between me and Kerry. I believe I would win and I guess at Grapplemania we'll find out the answer.

Kerry Von Erich: I've always respected Barry and it's a surprise that two proud Texans like us have never had a singles match before. Now we will and it will be for the United States Heavyweight Championship. I can't wait for the match and I aim to prove that I am the better man.

What we say...

This is a match for the ages. Which of these Texas icons will have their hand raised?

One final look at the card for Monday Night Grappling: Grapplemania:

Main Event
Vacant World Heavyweight Championship
No Disqualification
Chris Jericho vs Kenny Omega II

The Battle For House Hardy
"The Final War"
Broken Matt Hardy vs Scott Steiner

MNG Junior Heavyweight Championship
Ladder Match
Rob Van Dam (c) vs Ricochet

World Tag Team Titles
The Von Erichs vs Stan Hansen & Bruiser Brody (c)

Loser Leaves Company Match
The Rock 'N' Roll Express vs Lance Storm and William Regal

Singles Match
#1 Contender Match for Junior Heavyweight Title
Kota Ibushi vs Kushida

MNG US Heavyweight Championship
First Time Ever
Barry Windham vs Kerry Von Erich (c)

We sign off with our official song for Grapplemania:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lhv_yFMuwxs

Thanks to beakerjoe for running the game.

Spongey1975

SPONGEMANIA 2K18 BUILD-UP

SPONGEMANIA 2K18 FIGHT CARD
LAST MAN STANDING MATCH: THE UNDERTAKER vs “THE MILLION DOLLAR MAN” TED DIBIASE
SWE HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP: RICKY STEAMBOAT (C) vs THE IRON SHEIKH
FATHER vs SON: IRWIN R SCHYSTER vs BRAY WYATT
SWE TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP: WAR MACHINE (c) vs THE REVIVAL
JAMES STORM & TITO SANTANA vs KING BOOKER & SIN CARA
THE BACHELORETTE FINALE: ABYSS vs BRODUS CLAY vs THE BOOGEYMAN vs RICK MARTEL

MAIN EVENT: LAST MAN STANDING MATCH
THE UNDERTAKER w/PAUL BEARER vs “THE MILLION DOLLAR MAN” TED DIBIASE

Spongeslam: Prior to this PPV, The Million Dollar Man Ted DiBiase was the SWE Heavyweight Champion. He enjoyed a dominant reign as SWE Champion, mainly due to his finances and the support of his Consortium, Irwin R Schyster, Husky Harris and War Machine. At the last PPV, DiBiase was defending his title against Ricky “The Dragon” Steamboat, when during the match the lights went out and when they came back on The Undertaker was in the ring. Taker gave DiBiase a tombstone before the lights went off and on again to show Taker had disappeared. Steamboat pinned DiBiase to become the new Champion.

Week 1: DiBiase is livid with the GM Bob Barker after losing his title because of Taker’s interference. Barker grants DiBiase a rematch that night. During the match Taker appears on the big screen reminding him of a contract between him and the devil and that he is here to collect his soul as payment. DiBiase tells War Machine to go backstage and find Taker and then beckons IRS and Husky Harris to guard the ring from Taker coming down. Harris turns on IRS and hits him with a stunner. DiBiase is shocked at what happened allowing Steamboat to roll up DiBiase to successfully defend his title.

Week 2: The Undertaker comes out the ring with his manager, Paul Bearer. He tells the crowd of the deal DiBiase did with the devil to amass his fortune and that his time was now up. His soul was coming back to hell with him. DiBiase is seen backstage with his head in his hands not knowing what to do but suddenly gets an idea and starts his customary laughing

Week 3: DiBiase addresses the audience confirming the deal with the devil but tells people that he is not ready to leave this world and that Taker will have to drag his lifeless body to hell to get his soul. He challenges Taker to a Last Man Standing match at Spongemania and he will show Taker that money does buy anything he wants in this world. Later backstage, DiBiase lets IRS know that he has a plan for Taker and it starts by letting IRS face Taker next week

Week 4: Taker is in the ring ready to face IRS, who comes out accompanied by War Machine. Before the match can start all 3 attack Taker and continue until Taker is helpless. DiBiase comes out to the ring to continue the assault and tells Taker that this is just a glimpse of what he will do to Taker at Spongemania. The scene is set. The battle for Ted DiBiase’s soul takes place this SunSWday at Spongemania 2K18

SWE HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH
RICKY “THE DRAGON” STEAMBOAT (C) vs THE IRON SHEIKH

Week 2: Having won the SWE championship at SpongeSlam against Ted DiBiase and successfully defending the title against DiBiase the previous week, attention now was shown to deciding a challenger to Steamboat at Spongemania. First up was James Storm who talked to the GM Bob Barker. Barker offers Storm a place in the No. 1 contenders match later that night if he wins a game Barker has. Barker shows Storm a picture of a crate of beer and is asked to guess the price. Storm answers easily and is in the match. Second up was The Iron Sheikh and King Booker accompanied by their slave Sin Cara. Both want gold and since they were unsuccessful the previous week getting into the SWE Tag Team Championship match they now want to challenge for the SWE Championship. Again Barker decides to play a game and tells whichever is closer to the price of these goods will compete against Storm later that night. Barker shows them the goods and it is bread, milk, tea and biscuits. Sheikh and Booker look confused. Sheikh bids one barrel of oil which Barker does not accept but Sheikh settles on 500. Booker laughs and after listening to advice from Sin Cara bids 1,000. Sheikh is declared the winner much to Booker’s disgust. Later that night Sheikh defeated Storm after intereference from Booker and it is The Iron Sheikh who will challenge Steamboat for the SWE Championship.

Week 3: Sheikh comes out to address the crowd. He starts by calling everyone worthless scum and says that he will easily become the new champion because he is wrestling royalty. He also calls his opponent a dirty Jap and is nothing like a dragon because nobody fears him. Dragons are extinct and soon Steamboat will be as well. Steamboat comes out and calls Sheikh disgusting for offending the crowd. Sheik responds by saying Steamboat is offending the world by being champion. Steamboat says the power of the dragon inside him will power his way to victory over the Sheikh

Week 4: Steamboat is in a tag match with Storm against the Royal Alliance. Steamboat is eager to get his hands on Sheikh but Sheikh avoids him. Sheikh gets his team disqualified by hitting Storm and then Steamboat with Booker’s crown. Sheikh continues his assault of steamboat until Santana scares him off. Will Steamboat defend his championship against Sheikh after such a beating?

FATHER vs SON
IRWIN R SCHYSTER vs BRAY WYATT

Week 1: Prior to this week Husky Harris was a party animal, loved cars, money and women. His father, IRS, did not approve of his lifestyle and was constantly on Harris’s back to show more responsibility as part of the Consortium. While out accompanying Ted DiBiase during his match with Steamboat, Harris has had enough and turns on his father and hits him with a stunner and leaves.

Week 2: IRS is out in the ring demanding answers to why he was betrayed by his own son. Out comes Harris but he is changed, different music and different outfit. He announces to his father that just like a caterpillar blossoms into a butterfly, he has blossomed from Husky Harris to Bray Wyatt. He says that he is his own man now and needed to sever the link between father and son. IRS offers him a chance to come back but Wyatt attacks IRS and lays him out with his move Sister Abigail.

Week 3: IRS is backstage with DiBiase. IRS is concerned about what happened with his son but DiBiase tells him to concentrate on his duties to DiBiase and put an end to his dispute with his son. Wyatt faces off against Ethan Page in what is basically a squash match. Wyatt grabs the mic and calls out his daddy who comes out to the ring. He says he feels so free now that he is reborn, free from the shackles of the Rotunda family dynasty, free to walk his own path and that path is over his father. IRS responds that he gave him everything growing up and that he should now show his father respect or he will beat respect into him. Wyatt beckons IRS to hit him and a full out brawl starts. It takes a lot of security staff to break it up and Wyatt laughs at his father as they are being pulled apart.

Week 4:IRS is backstage after his confrontation with Taker when he is attacked by Wyatt. Wyatt proceeds to throw IRS into every object he can see and shouts at his father “I love You Daddy” Wyatt is laughing and taking great enjoyment in beating his father. Will the beatdown continue at Spongemania?

SWE TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP
WAR MACHINE (C) vs THE REVIVAL

Week 1: GM Bob Barker announces a No. 1 contenders match for the tag titles. The Revival face up against The Royal Alliance, made up of The Iron Sheikh and King Booker. Sheikh and Booker have the upper hand early due to some intereference by their slave Sin Cara. However a miscommunication between Booker and Sin Cara allows The Revival to get the upper hand and they manage to get the win to challenge War Machine at Spongemania for the tag titles.

Week 2: The Revival come to the ring to tell the crowd how happy they are to be challenging for the SWE Tag Team Championship and how it’s their dreams to get to the top of the tag team ladder. War Machine comes out to the ring to confront them. They tell Wilder & Dawson to enjoy their moment in the spotlight because it will be shortlived because they are bigger stronger and meaner than the Revival. They go to strike Wilder and Dawson but miss and the Revival combine to send Hanson and Rowe flying out of the ring. War Machine are not happy as they retreat up the ramp.

Week 3: Hanson goes one on one against Dash Wilder. Wilder starts off like a train on fire and his flurry of moves catch Hanson off guard. Soon Hanson gets into the match and his superior strength and power means he takes control of the match. Despite a late surge by Wilder, Hanson hits Wilder with a diving leg drop to get the win.

Week 4. This time its Raymond Rowe going one on one against Scott Dawson. This match follows the same path as the previous week and Rowe gets the pin on Dawson. Afterwards backstage The Revival are interviewed and asked what their chances were on Sunday given that they lost in successive weeks. Wilder says that the most important word in tag team is TEAM. They may have lost singles matches to Hanson and Rowe but The Revival are a superior team and the world will see that at Spongemania. Can The Revival upset the odds and defeat War Machine for the SWE Tag Team Championship at Spongemania 2K18?

THE BACHELORETTE FINALE (ft Sunny)
ABYSS vs THE BOOGEYMAN vs BRODUS CLAY vs RICK “THE MODEL” MARTEL

SpongeSlam: GM Bob Barker talks to Sunny in the ring. He tells her that he has talked with her father, Mr Spongey, the owner of the company, and he said that he is sick of her spending habits and partying lifestyle and demands that she get married. Barker outlines that he will set her up on 4 dates over the next 4 weeks, after which she will select a husband to marry at Spongemania. Then she will have access to Mr Spongey’s vast fortune. Sunny is shocked but reluctantly accepts as she cannot go without her fathers money. Barker introduces the first contestant and out comes Rick “The Model” Martel. Sunny is pleased that the first option is at least beautiful.

Week 1: Barker is in the ring with Sunny and shows a video of her date with Martel. The date consists of a romantic meal and a walk afterwards. They are both constantly checking their makeup and both talk about their looks. Sunny seems to enjoy herself and is smiling in the ring. Barker then introduces the next contestant and out comes Abyss. Sunny has a disgusted look on her face.

Week 2: Barker is once again in the ring with Sunny and shows a video of her date with Abyss. The date is a trip to a funfair. Abyss has a childlike personality mixed with bouts of anger. He loves playing all the games and going on all the rides but Sunny does not enjoy herself slumming it at a funfair. Abyss wins Sunny a teddy bear but Sunny does not want it and Abyss goes into a rage and rips the teddy bear to shreds. He then calms down and says sorry to Sunny but she is scared. Barker looks at Sunny and she is still disgusted. Barker then introduces her next date and out comes Brodus Clay. Sunny is not impressed.

Week 3: Barker is In the ring with Sunny and shows a video of her date with Brodus. The date is a trip to a disco. Brodus spends the whole night dancing and Sunny does not like being thrown around the dance floor like a rag doll. Barker loves watching the dancing and busts out a few moves himself. Barker then introduces the final date and out comes The Boogeyman. Sunny nearly throws up.

Week 4: Barker is in the ring with Sunny and shows the video of her date with Boogeyman. The date is a countryside picnic. Boogeyman opens up the picnic hamper and brings out 2 plates and then fills it with worms to eat. Boogeyman loves them but Sunny is almost throwing up. The two go for a walk along the river and Boogeyman spots a fisherman trying to put a worm on his hook. Boogeyman is outraged and beats up the fisherman and rescues the worm. He offers it to Sunny but she refuses so Boogeyman eats the worm instead. Barker is laughing at the video but turns to address Sunny. Now that she has had her 4 dates she has to choose a husband. Barker lines all 4 up on the stage. Before Sunny can pick Barker then announces that he has one more video to show. He proceeds to show hidden camera footage of Rick Martel and Sunny talking about how the whole process was just a fix to get her hands on Mr Spongey’s money and that she was always going to pick Martel. Barker is annoyed by her blatant cheating and despite Sunny’s protests he announces a match for Spongemania. He says it will be a fatal fourway between all of Sunny’s dates and the winner will be Sunny’’s husband. Abyss, Brodus and Boogeyman turn to Martel and launch a beatdown of Martel as punishment for his part of the scam. Who will win Sunny’s hand in marriage at Spongemania 2K18

JAMES STORM & TITO SANTANA vs KING BOOKER & SIN CARA

Week 1: Tito Santana meets Sin Cara backstage as he is bringing in The Royal Alliance’s gear. Sin Cara is the personal slave to King Booker and The Iron Sheikh. Santana comments that he should not be a slave and be a proud luchador like many Mexicans before him. Sin Cara ignores him and goes about his job.

Week 2: Booker costs Storm his number one challenger match with Sheikh. Storm attempts to get revenge on Booker but throws Sin Cara in his way and escapes. Storm proceeds to beat up Sin Cara.

Week 3: Santana once again confronts Sin Cara backstage and urges him to take off that slave mask and put on the proper luchador mask. Booker attacks Santana from behind and tells him to leave his property alone. Storm rushes in to protect Santana and get his revenge on Booker. GM Bob Barker decides enough is enough and sets up a tag match for Spongemania with Storm & Santana going against Booker & Sin Cara.

Week 4: Storm is in a tag match with Steamboat against The Royal Alliance. Santana is ringside with Storm and Sin Cara is ringside with The Royal Alliance. Sin Cara attempts to interfere but is stopped by Santana. The commotion ringside distracts the ref and allows Booker to throw his crown to Sheikh who knocks out Storm. Steamboat comes into the ring and is also hit with the crown. The ref sees the second hit and disqualifies the Royal Alliance. This does not stop Sheikh and Booker continuing their assault on both Storm and Steamboat until Santana can come into the ring and scare off the two royals. Can Storm finally get his revenge Booker and can Santana get Sin Cara to rise against his oppressor?

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SPONGEMANIA 2K18

SWE TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH
WAR MACHINE (c) vs THE REVIVAL

The Revival are first out to the ring and are followed out by the champions War Machine. As Hanson and Rowe get up on the apron they are attacked by Wilder and Dawson. Wilder is pummelling Hanson while Dawson fires Rowe into the barriers a number of times. The ref eventually gets Wilder and Dawson back into the ring and goes to check on Hanson and Rowe. They both slowly make their way into the ring and the ref can start the match.

Wilder rushes to engage with Rowe and continues his assault. A number of quick tags keeps the two fresh and they have isolated Rowe and are targeting Rowe’s knee. Dawson jumps off the corner to deliver an uppercut to Rowe which turns into a suplex from Wilder and a pin attempt but the pin is broken up by Hanson. As the ref ushers Hanson back to his corner The Revival double team Rowe. They send him flying into the corner and as Wilder rushes in to strike Rowe, he is instead hit by a clothesline by Rowe. This gives Rowe some breathing space and an opportunity to tag his partner.

Wilder makes his way back to his corner to tag in Dawson and he tries to prevent Rowe reaching his corner by holding on to his foot. Rowe is stronger than Dawson expects and reaches Hanson despite the extra resistance. Hanson now has the momentum and is using his superior strength to keep both Wilder and Dawson down. Hanson sets up Wilder and Dawson in opposite corners and proceeds to give both of them boots to the head and Rowe follows up with the same. War Machine are in complete control.

Rowe gives Dawson a belly to belly suplex and Hanson is on the top rope ready to give Dawson a diving leg drop but Wilder pulls Dawson out of harms way. Wilder proceeds to give Rowe a dropkick that sends Rowe outside the ring. This gives The Revival the chance to hit Hanson with the Shatter Machine and get the pinfall victory to become the new tag team champions.

The Revival celebrate in the ring with their new championship belts when the arena goes dark and when the lights go back on The Undertaker is in the ring with a large coffin ringside. Hanson goes to attack Taker but is quickly chokelammed and Rowe follows suit and is also chokeslammed. Taker rolls the two into his coffin and seals it up and rolls the coffin backstage

Winner & New SWE Tag Team Champions, The Revival

BACKSTAGE
Rick Martel and Sunny are arguing. Their plan to cheat Mr Spongey out of his millions has failed and now Martel must face Abyss, Brodus Clay and The Boogeyman to win Sunny’s hand in marriage. Martel is worried but Sunny is telling him to grow a pair and fight for her honour. Martel doesn’t feel it’s worth the effort.

MATCH
JAMES STORM & TITO SANTANA vs KING BOOKER & SIN CARA

James Storm is first out to the ring and is dragging a cooler filled with beer. Next out is his tag team partner Tito Santana full of energy. Last out is King Booker who is coming to the ring in a royal chariot. The chariot is being pulled by his slave, Sin Cara. They reach the ring, Booker takes off his crown and robe and hands them to Sin Cara to put away. Booker squares up to Storm and orders him to bow before his king. Storm responds by spitting his beer into Booker’s face which angers him so much and they have to be held apart by the ref and Santana.

Storm is ready to lock up with Booker but Booker tags in Sin Cara instead. Storm engages with Sin Cara but his speed means Storm can’t get a hit in and Sin Cara’s high paced offense as Storm rattled. Booker sees this as the perfect time to tag himself in. Booker launches a volley of shots to Storm. Storm manages to block a shot and hit back. Booker scampers away and tags back in Sin Cara. Storm makes his way over to tag in Santana. Santana pleads with Sin Cara to rise against Booker and free himself from slavery. Sin Cara ignores this and attacks Santana. Again Sin Cara’s high paced offense has Santana down. Once again Booker tags himself in and continues his assault on Santana.

He gives Santana a kneeling side slam but is unsuccessful with his pin attempt. He then sets Santana up for his signature scissors kick but Santana avoids it, comes off the rope and attempts a flying forearm smash. Booker ducks out of the way and Santana hits the ref instead. Booker launches a number of kicks on Santana and then urges Sin Cara to get his crown. He obviously wants to use it as a weapon while the ref is down. Sin Cara grabs the crown and hops up on the apron. He gazes at the crown and seems to have doubts. Booker shouts abuse at Sin Cara to give him the crown. Instead Sin Cara hits Booker with the crown. Booker is stunned and turns straight into a superkick by Storm. Booker is down and Santana covers him. Storm wakes up the ref with some beer and the ref makes his way over to count the pinfall victory. Santana & Storm are declared winners. Sin Cara and Santana embrace in the ring and Santana presents Sin Cara with a new mask that does not represent his time as a slave. Storm meanwhile fills Bookers crown with beer and places it on Bookers head.

Winner: James Storm & Tito Santana

BACKSTAGE
Ted DiBiase is with IRS and are angry at the disappearance of War Machine. DiBiase stresses that it is now just the two of them against Taker and its important that IRS finishes his match with Wyatt unscathed

MATCH
IRWIN R SCHYSTER vs BRAY WYATT

IRS is first out to the ring and he is looking for payback. Bray Wyatt Makes his slow deliberate entrance to the ring. As soon as Wyatt blows out his lantern IRS launches himself at Wyatt. He continues to attack Wyatt and throws him into the barricade. Eventually IRS rolls Wyatt into the ring and the ref starts the match. IRS continues his assault on Wyatt in the ring.

IRS grabs Wyatt by the throat and shouts how could he betray his family like that. Wyatt is laughing as he takes hit after hit. He then delivers a Samoan drop to Wyatt and is on his knees weeping at what he is doing to his child. He leaves the ring and gets his briefcase to bring back in the ring. The ref grabs it off IRS and this distraction allows Wyatt to give IRS a low blow.

It is now Wyatt’s turn to launch an offense and he tells him after each punch “I love you daddy”and “I’m doing this to help you daddy”. IRS is helpless in the ring and any piece of resistance IRS puts up is quickly shut down. He grabs IRS in the middle of the ring, tells IRS that he is reborn and is now Bray Wyatt and must eliminate all parts of his old life. He kisses him on the forehead and delivers Sister Abigail to IRS and gets the win.

The arena goes dark and when the lights come back Taker is in the ring with a coffin ringside. Wyatt is not scared of Taker and the two stare deeply at each other. Taker then turns his attention to IRS, gives him a chokeslam and rolls him in to the coffin. He rolls the coffin backstage to join War Machine.

WINNER: BRAY WYATT

BACKSTAGE
Sunny calls into GM Bob Barker’s office and is crying. She does not want to marry any of the guys in the fatal fourway and wants Barker to do something about it. Barker says that he is the only one that can change the rules of the match and he is positive the right outcome will happen and reassures her not to worry. Barker makes a phone call and is heard to speak Russian. The two make their way to the ring for the match.

BACHELORETTE FINALE
ABYSS vs BRODUS CLAY vs THE BOOGEYMAN vs RICK MARTEL

Bob Barker comes out accompanied by Sunny to sit ringside to see which man will win Sunny’s hand in marriage. One by one, Abyss, Brodus Clay, Rick Martel and The Boogeyman come out to the ring. The ref rings the bell and Rick Martel straight away escapes the ring to let the other three fight. Boogeyman squares up to the two big men but ends up being pummelled by Clay and Abyss. That leaves Abyss and Clay to fight it out. They exchange hits but neither goes down. Clay runs off the ropes but Abyss hits him with a spinning side slam. Martel, who has been lurking outside sees an opportunity, climbs up the top turnbuckle and drop kicks Abyss. He goes for the pin but Abyss kicks out and launches Martel up in the air. Martel then tries the same with Clay who also kicks out of pin attempt and launches Martel in the air. Martel decides to retreat back out of the ring.

Once out of the ring Martel is face to face with Boogeyman who stalks Martel and throws Martel back in the ring. Martel is now face to face with Abyss who delivers a backbreaker to Martel. Clay follows up with a splash to Martel. Clay’s pin attempt is broken up by Boogeyman. Boogeyman squares up to Clay and attempts a chokeslam which has no effect on Clay. Clay fires Boogeyman into the corner and follows up with a running splash into Boogeyman. Abyss follows up with another running splash into Boogeyman who slumps to the ground.

Clay is now focussed on Abyss and comes off the ropes and attemptsa running crossbody on Abyss but Abyss catches him and turns it into a spinning side slam. Clay is not moving. Martel is now on his feet and manages to place Abyss into a boston crab. Abyss is not giving up but Martel keeps the pressure applied. Music sounds and out comes Nikolai Volkoff. Volkoff was previously fired by Barker and was desperate to get back Martel releases Abyss from the crab and is shocked. He does not know what happened. Volkoff gets in the ring and destroys everyone. Afterwards he looks over to Barker and nods in approval. Barker enters the ring, pins Martel, orders to referee to count and wins the match. Barker wins the hand of Sunny in marriage and the two walk hand in hand back up the ramp with massive smiles on their faces

WINNER AND HUSBAND TO BE FOR SUNNY: BOB BARKER

BACKSTAGE
Ted DiBiase is backstage being interviewed and asked for comment about losing his 3 members of his Consortium. DiBiase says that while he has a breath in his body and money in his pocket he should never be discounted. He says he still has a trick up his sleeve and walks off laughing.

SWE HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPIONSHIP MATCH
RICKY “THE DRAGON” STEAMBOAT (c) vs THE IRON SHEIKH

The Iron Sheikh makes his way out to the ring, grabs the mic and addresses the crowd. He calls the crowd peasants and tells them that he is superior to Steamboat and calls him a dirty Jap and compares him more to a Siamese cat than a Dragon. He finally says that once he is champion they will all bow down to the true leader of the SWE. The crowd are incensed and fill the arena with boos. Steamboat comes out to a huge applause. He squares up to Sheikh but Sheikh shouts obscenities at him and tells him to bow down pussycat.

The ref rings the bell and Steamboat goes on the offensive. Launching hit after hit and Sheikh cant handle it. The ref tries to break up the two after a five count at the ropes and pulls Steamboat from Sheikh. As Steamboat goes to re-engage with Sheikh he gets fingers in his eyes that the ref did not see. This allows Sheikh to slow down the pace and take control. He delivers a number of suplexes and then takes control with his superior ground game. He sets Steamboat up for his camel clutch but cannot get the second arm locked in. Steamboat then rolls out of it and Sheikh is fired outside the ring. Steamboat sees his opportunity and climbs to the top turnbuckle. He flies off and delivers a diving crossbody to Sheikh. Steamboat is harnessing the power of the dragon. He delivers chop after chop to Sheikh outside the ring.

Steamboat finally rolls Sheikh back into the ring and as Sheikh gets to his feet. Steamboat attempts to deliver a crossbody but Sheikh catches him and turns it into a suplex that hurts Steamboat. Sheikh gets in a few nasty hits and tries to apply the camel clutch again. This time, after some resistance from Steamboat, gets it locked in. Steamboat is in agony and cant move. The ref is asking if he wants to submit but Steamboat refuses to give in. He is close to passing out but with one last effort Steamboat harnesses the power of the dragon and makes one final move to the ropes. He inches closer and closer and with one final move he reaches the ropes. The ref orders Sheikh to let go of the clutch but he refuses. Finally the ref pulls Sheikh off Steamboat and gives out to him. Sheikh ignores him and makes his way back to Steamboat to finish the job. Steamboat rolls up Sheikh with a small package and the ref counts to three. Steamboat has won. Sheikh is incensed and argues with the ref that the count was too fast. His arguments fall on deaf ears so Sheikh hits the ref and fires him outside the ring. Sheikh then proceeds to assault Steamboat and leave him in a heap on the ground. Sheikh shouts at Steamboat that this is not the end pussycat and he will get his title soon and walks off. Steamboat is left helpless in the ring being treated by medical staff

WINNER & STILL SWE CHAMPION: RICKY “THE DRAGON” STEAMBOAT

MAIN EVENT: LAST MAN STANDING MATCH
THE UNDERTAKER w/PAUL BEARER vs “Million DOLLAR MAN” TED DIBIASE

The Million Dollar Man Ted DiBiase makes his way out to the ring armed with a metal briefcase. He is alone as both War Machine and Irwin R Schyster were eliminated by The Undertaker earlier in the evening. DiBiase is pacing inside the ring showing concern for his predicament when the lights go out. The Undertaker’s trademark music comes on and he makes his way out to the ring accompanied by his loyal manager Paul Bearer. Taker faces up to DiBiase and issues him with his customary cut throat gesture to tell DiBiase that he’s taking his soul back to hell tonight. DiBiase starts talking to Taker and opens the briefcase. It’s full of money and DiBiase offers it to Taker to walk away from the match. The Undertaker accepts the briefcase and DiBiase laughs thinking he has survived. But Taker shuts the briefcase, throws it out of the ring and grabs DiBiase and chokeslams him. DiBiase is stunned but but Taker continues his offence and DiBiase can’t get into the match.

DiBiase manages to escape the ring to get some breathing space but is quickly followed by Taker. DiBiase speeds up to keep away from Taker. DIBiase reaches Paul Bearer and pushes him to the ground. Taker goes to check on his manager and this gives DiBiase an opportunity to blindside Taker with a kick to the legs that takes Taker down. DiBiase proceeds to fire Taker into the ring post several times and also gives Taker a piledriver into the steel steps. DiBiase orders the ref to count but Taker gets to his feet at the count of 8. DiBiase rolls Taker back into the ring and places Taker into his customary sleeper hold, the Million Dollar Dream. Taker seems unconscious and once again DiBIase urges the ref to count. Taker is not responding and DIBiase looks set for victory but just before the ref reaches 10 Taker gets to his feet. DiBiase is shocked and can’t believe what has happened. He’s beginning to believe in Taker’s supernatural abilities.

DiBiase once again goes to attack Taker but he takes each shot and stares into DiBiase’s eyes. The hits are not affecting Taker. Taker launches into his own flurry of hits and DiBiase is rocked. Taker hits DiBiase with a chop off the top rope and sets DiBiase up for the Tombstone. DiBiase wriggles out of it and slides out of the ring. He has had enough, he grabs his briefcase and proceeds to make his way up the ramp. Taker starts to follow him and catches up with him in an area approaching backstage. As Taker grabs DiBiase, he gets sucker punched by the briefcase. DiBiase hits Taker several more times with the briefcase until one final hit sends Taker to the ground. Taker falls through some materials laid on the ground into what looks like a hole. Taker is laying inside the hole when a beep noise comes closer. It looks like a small dumper approaching the hole and it pours cement into the hole covering Taker. The hole is filled and the ref looks shocked but begins the count. DiBiase stands over the newly formed grave laughing as the ref reaches 10. Ted DiBiase is declared the winner and his soul is safe. DiBiase grabs the briefcase and brings it over to the dumper and presents it to the driver who is shown to be none other than Paul Bearer. He has betrayed The Undertaker and confirmed that everyone has a price for the Million Dollar Man

WINNER: “THE MILLION DOLLAR MAN” TED DIBIASE

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Pauliemania III

The pyro goes off and Todd Grisham and Jonathan Coachman welcome us to Pauliemania from the Maracana stadium in Rio De Janiero, Brazil.



Grisham: “There’s over 100,000 eager fans in here buzzing with anticiption for tonight’s extrvaganza.”

Coach: “ We have 8 great matchups for everybody to get their teeth into, we’ve 3 championship matches, personal beefs and our owner will be facing the Wolverine.”

Match No.1: Sheamus v Tazz

Buildup: Shane McMahon convinced Tazz to join PCW and come out of retirement but after losing quickly to Ryback, a dejected Tazz retired once more. Sheamus mocked Tazz as he left the building but Tazz left Sheamus in a pool of his own blood. Sheamus challenged Tazz to a match at Pauliemania which was accepted. Last week’s episode of Carnage seen an all out brawl between the pair leaving little doubt this will be a physical collision tonight.

Minutes 1-5: Sheamus gets the early upperhand in the match as he uses punches, kicks to the sternum and the dreaded Beats To The Bodhran.

Grisham: “ I think Tazz should of remained in retirement. The Celtic Warrior is showing no mercy.”

Minutes 5-10: Sheamus continues his vicious assault on Tazz and hits him with an Irish Curse, he goes for the three count but Tazz kicks out at 2.

Coach: “ Really Tazz, I’ve known him for a long time, he’s no quitter but maybe this time he should just lay down and take the pinfall defeat.”

Minutes 10-15: Tazz fights back and he connects with a series of beautiful suplexes and locks in the Tazzmission. Sheamus refuses to tap out and manages to reach the bottom rope forcing Tazz to release the hold. Sheamus rolls to the outside to regroup, Tazz follows but Sheamus tosses him into the steel steps.

Grisham: “ Just as it looked like the momentum was swinging to Tazz’s favour it suddenly reversed.”

Minutes 15-20: Back in the ring, Sheamus hits White Noise and locks in the Texas Cloverleaf, Tazz refuses to tap out and manages to reverse the pressure on Sheamus. Both men are on their feet exchanging blows, Tazz shoves Sheamus into the corner but Sheamus explodes out to hit a devastating Brogue Kick. 1-2-3.

Winner: Sheamus



Coach: “ What a battle between these two men, they left everything out there in order to pick up a victory.”

Grisham: “ What a opening to the show, if this is the standard tonight we’re certainly in store for an exciting night.”

Hugh Jackman is been interviewed backstage by Noelle Foley.



Noelle: “ Hugh, how have you prepared for your Street Fight with Shane McMahon.”

Jackman: “ I’ve prepared exactly the same as I’ve prepared for all my Wolverine movies. I’ve hit the gym hard every morning, I’m in awesome condition don’t you think Noelle.”

A blushing Noelle: “ Well yeah.”

Jackman: “ After I’ve defeated Shane McMahon tonight, join me at my hotel for an after party.”

Match 2: Giant Gonzalez v The Warlord

Buildup: Giant Gonzalez has been undefeated in PCW so issued an open challenge for tonight. The Warlord answered and sent the Giant over the top rope. On the go home show they teamed up but Gonzalez walked out leaving Warlord all alone.

Minutes 1-5: Warlord looks to get an early advantage but Gonzalez connects with a big boot, he picks up Warlord’s limp body up easily and hits his signature Chokeslam. 1-2-3.

Winner: Giant Gonzalez

Grisham: “ Who’ll ever defeat this beast?”

Breezango music hits.

Breeze: “Gonzalez, we’re here to challenge you to a 2 on 1 handicap match.”

Gonzalez nods his acceptance.

Match 3: Giant Gonzalez v Breezango

Minutes 1-5: Breeze hits the Beauty Shot immediatly to drop the Giant. Fandango hits the legdrop from the top rope. Both men pile on the Giant. 1-2 the Giant powers both men off him. He grabs them both by the throat. Double Chokeslam and 1-2-3.

Winner: Giant Gonzalez



Match 4: Honky Tonk Man v Aiden English

Buildup: English and Honky Tonk had a sing off but English wasn’t happy with the outcome so grabbed Honky’s guitar and smashed it over his head. Honky responded by costing English his match on Carnage.

Minutes 1-5: Honky hits a Scoop Slam on English to gain the upperhand. Honky looks to end this early as he goes for a Piledriver but English counters and hits a Clothesline to leave Honky laying there.

Minutes 5-10: English hits a Leaping Leg Drop but Honky kicks out leaving English frustrated. He sets up for the Director’s Cut but Honky counters but in doing so knocks the referee out. Honky Tonk Man hits Shake, Rattle & Roll but there’s no referee.

Minutes 10-15: Honky tries to wake the referee but English has his guitar in his hand. Honky grabs it off him and smashes it over his head. He clears the wreckage and pins English for a slow three count.

Winner: Honky Tonk Man



Coach: “English found out that the old dog still has a few tricks up his sleeve.”

Backstage is PCW World Champion, Kurt Angle with Noelle Foley

Noelle: “ Kurt, you’ve got your hands full in tonights main event.”

Angle: “ Noelle, after the year I’ve had I’m just delighted to have the opportunity to compete at an elite level. Look Rusev is as tough as they come but I love fighting against the odds and tonight I’ll prevail once again.”

Match 5: 2 out of 3 falls for the vacant Tag Team Championships (American Alpha v The World’s Greatest Tag Team)

Buildup: After Rhyno and Slater were fired from the company the tag titles became vacant. AA made a claim that there were the best around but the WGTT returned to lay down the challenge. Shane McMahon said this matchup needed a definite winner so set the stipulation.

Minutes 1-5: American Alpha hit a Double Dropkick to send WGTT flying to the outside. Jordan and Haas start the matchup with back and forth action leading to the heels tagging in and out to beat down Haas.

Minutes 5-10: The beatdown continues as Haas can’t tag in his partner, Benjamin to help him out. American Alpha hit Grand Amplitude to secure the first fall.

1st Fall: American Alpha

Minutes 10-15: A more even kilter than the first fall as Benjamin starts the second fall for WGTT. WGTT hit a Superkick by Benjamin followed by a German Suplex to the tagged in Haas to win the second fall.

2nd Fall: WGTT

Minutes 15-20: This entertaining contest earns a “ This Is Awesome” chant from the electric crowd. WGTT look to secure victory as they hit a Broken Arrow but Gable kicks out.
Minutes 20-25: American Alpha regain control of the contest and look to have won the Tag Titles as they hit a Double Northern Lights Suplex but Haas manages to kick out and keep the match alive for WGTT.

Minutes 25-30: An exilerating match reaches its conclusion as WGGT go for a Double Powerbomb and Jason Jordan but Chad Gable breaks it up sending Haas over the top rope before Gable launches himself onto Haas leaving both men laying on the floor. Jordan hits his finisher on Shelton Benjamin. 1-2-3.

Winner: American Alpha



Grisham: “ These two teams certainly delivered on their promise as the best teams out there but American Alpha shaded it and now hold the belts.

Coach: “ Hopefully a rematch will happen somewhere down the line.”


End Of Part 1

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Pauliemania Part 2



Match 6: Ladder Match for Women’s Championship (Alexa Bliss v Nikki Bella v Brie Bella v Jacqueline v Molly Holly v Victoria)

Buildup: Sasha Banks left PCW. A new belt was created and these six women will create PCW history tonight.

Minutes 1-5: As the others battle on the outside, Alexa Bliss goes to set up a ladder but the Bellas each holding a ladder stop her by sandwiching her in a sickening collision between the ladders.

Coach: “ Looks like the twins are the same page early doors.”

Minutes 5-10: A series of near touches of the belt by the women but nobody has secured the Gold yet. A ladder is set up between the ring apron and the railing. Victoria puts Jacqueline through this with a Powerbomb.

Minutes 10-15: The twins team up on Molly Holly and she’s hit with the Rack Attack through another ladder. Victoria climbs a ladder but the twins push her ladder over leaving her lying on the floor. They climb either side of another ladder to retrieve the belt.

Grisham: “ I think their union is going to be tested here.”

Minutes 15-20: The twins reach the top of the ladder, they exchange blows. Alexa Bliss sets up a ladder beside them and begins climbing. Brie locks in the Yes Lock across the ladder. Bliss kicks both sisters to leave them on the mat below her. Alexa unties the belt and becomes the new PCW Women’s Champion.

Winner: Alexa Bliss



Match 7: Street Fight (Hugh Jackman v Shane McMahon)

Buildup: Promoting his movie, Logan, Shane McMahon told Jackman he wouldn’t last seconds in a PCW ring. Jackman layed out McMahon setting up a Street Fight at Pauliemania. Last week on Carnage, McMahon contronted Wolverine with a Kendo Stick but it was snapped in half leaving McMahon to run away.

Minutes 1-5: Jackman impresses the PCW audience with his skills in the ring hitting a series of suplexes. He goes to the top rope but misses the Elbow Drop as Shane O Mac grabs a chair and unleashes a series of vicious hits to Jackman’s back.

Minutes 5-10: McMahon grabs a Trash Can and places Jackman in the corner, lays the Trash Can on Jackman’s chest and heads to the top rope and connects with Coast to Coast. He drags Jackman to the centre of the ring. However, from behind a hooded figure strikes down on McMahon with a Kendo Stick. He places Jackman on top of McMahon. 1-2-3.

Winner: Hugh Jackman



The hooded figures removes his mask and the crowd shriek in shock.

Grisham: “Its Paulie, former owner of PCW. What’s he doing back?”

Noelle Foley is interviewing Rusev.

Noelle: “How are you going to defeat a legend like Kurt Angle tonight.”

Rusev: “Woman what would you know? I’m the Bulgarian Brute and tonight I destroy Angle and become PCW Champion.”

Match 8: Ryback v Goldberg

Buildup: Ryback sick of the crowd chanting Goldberg towards him until he snapped stating he was better than Goldberg. Goldberg showed up and speared Ryback but Ryback got the advantage after Shell Shocking Goldberg on Carnage.

Minutes 1-5: Both men circle each other as the crowd get a big fight feel. Ryback strikes first and floors Goldberg with a shoulder charge leaving the veteran shocked. Ryback connects with Shell Shock but Goldberg kicks out.

Minutes 5-10: Ryback is laying into Goldberg in the corner but Goldberg violently shoves Ryback to the mat. Goldberg hits a Spear followed by a Jackhammer. 1-2-3.

Winner: Goldberg



Coach: “ Looks like the old guy has still got it.”

Match 9: PCW World Heavyweight Championship (Kurt Angle (c) v Rusev)

Buildup: Kurt Angle after the year from hell found redemption as he captured the PCW title in a Battle Royal in January. Rusev attacked him immediatly afterwards and for a number of weeks after. Maybe Rusev has Angle’s number.

Minutes 1-5: Rusev gains an early control through the Machka Kick. Angle responds by hitting a trio of German Suplexes. He pins Rusev but the Bulgarian kicks out at 1. Angle goes for the Olympic Slam but Rusev counters with a Samoan Drop. Angle kicks out at 2.

Minutes 5-10: Rusev is stomping a mudhole on Angle but Angle does a Double Leg Takedown and locks in the Ankle Lock. Rusev is clearly in pain but refuses to tap out eventually reaches the rope to force the break. Rusev rolls to the outside to recover.

Minutes 10-15: Angle rolls Rusev back in the ring and locks in his submission hold again but this time Rusev rolls through and connects with a Spinning Heel Kick. Angle again kicks out. Rusev attempts to apply the Accolade but Angle is able to avoid.

Minutes 15-20: Angle hits a Bodyscissors on Rusev as the crowd break out in a “Holy ****” chant. Angle goes for the Olympic Slam once again but Rusev counters looking for the Bulplex but Angle reserves into the Olympic Slam. Rusev somehow kicks out at 2 and three quarters leaving Kurt stunned. He doesn’t know what he has to do to put the Bulgarian away. He decides to head for the top rope.

Coach: “Kurt, please don’t do your neck will break again.”

Minutes 20-25: Angle hits the most technically perfect Moonsault you’ll ever see. He pins Rusev again but he raises his shoulder just as the referee’s hand is about to hit the mat for the third time. Angle is frustrated so heads back to the top, points to the sky but Rusev avoids the Frog Splash. Rusev locks in the Accolade, Angle knows he is in serious trouble and desperatly tries to reach the ropes or counter. Rusev applies a Bridge to the Accolade still Angle refuses to give up. Eventually, Angle passes out due to the pressure applied and the referee calls for the bell.

Winner: Rusev (New PCW World Heavyweight Champion)



Grisham: “Kurt showed why he is one of the greatest ever but ultimately there’s a new sheriff in town and that’s Rusev.”

Coach: “ Both men were taken to the limit, I was hoping Kurt would pull it off but Rusev delivered on his promise and he has rightfully claimed the bragging rights.”

Grisham: “ Thank you for joining us at Pauliemania. Goodnight.”

Pyro goes off and the show concludes.

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LizLinear Wrestling Entertainment (LWE)

presents

WrestleMayhem PPV from Madison Square Garden New York

LWE Roster:

Daniel Bryan
Christopher Daniels
Kazarian
Ethan Carter III aka Derrick Bateman
John Morrison
Joey Mercury
Austin Aries
Tyson Kidd
DH Smith
Finlay
Sara Del Rey
Gail Kim
Petey Williams
Adam Sandler
Konnan
Billy Kidman
Taylor Wilde
Hamada
Jack Gallagher
Kensuke Sasaki
Teddy Hart
Ivory
Buddy Murphy

The ppv card is

Kensuke Sasaki Vs. Christopher Daniels

Sara Del Rey (c) Vs. s Gail Kim Vs. Hamada - LWE Women's Title - Ladder Match

Petey Williams & Billy Kidman (C) Vs. Teddy Hart and DH Smith (SmithHarts) - LWE Tag Team Titles

Austin Aries (c) Vs. Daniel Bryan Vs. John Morrison Vs. Carter Bateman Vs. Tyson Kidd Vs. Finlay - LWE World Heavyweight Title - Elimination Chamber Match

Hardcore Champion Konnan issues open challenge to anyone

The show opens with a performance from Dropkick Murphys with Paying My Way

General Manager Finlay comes out and welcomes everyone and hopes they enjoy the show.

The first match is Kensuke Sasaki Vs. Christopher Daniels

This match came about when Sasaki beat former IC champ Kaz twice and put him out of action for two months so Kaz's friend challenged Sasaki to a match on weekly tv show Fright Night Ignition which he refused. Sasaki then attacked Daniels in his IC title match with current champ Tyson Kidd leading to a DQ. The following week Sasaki was fighting Kidd for the title when Daniels came out leading to a DQ. Finlay came out and said both men would meet at WrestleMayhem. Daniels wins the match but after is attacked for Kaz who blames Daniels for him losing the IC title so both Kaz and Sasaki team up to beat on Daniels.

Adam Sandler is backstage and he enters Finlay's office. Finlay asks him if he ok to be here tonight which he says he is and is there to support John Morrison as thanks to his teaching of parkour he is now on the short list for James Bond. Finlay laughs as Sandler leaves.

The next match is the women's title match featuring current champion Sara Del Rey and challengers Gail Kim and Hamada. Previous champion Hamada and Sara had battled each other back and forth over the past few weeks with Gail joining in after beating Hamada with help from Taylor Wilde. Gail asked Finlay for a shot at the champion Sara and received a one on one match. Hamada beat Wilde and Kim mad at losing came out and attacked Hamada. Wilde left Kim in the ring with Hamada and exited. Sara came out and offered both a shot at her title at the ppv which Finlay approved but made the match a ladder match. Sara retains her title after climbing the ladder to grab the belt.

Carter Bateman (Ethan Carter III aka Derrick Bateman) is with his girlfriend Taylor Wilde backstage. She tells him Sandler is there, he says he does not care about that idiot and he will get more if he gets involved tonight.

The next match is for the tag team titles with the current champions Petey Williams and Billy Kidman against Teddy Hart and DH Smith known as SmithHarts. The match came about when SmithHarts became No. 1 contenders after beating 3 other tag teams with help from the IC champion Tyson Kidd. LWE has new tag champs as a mix up between Williams and Kidman leads to Smith getting the winning pin and SmithHarts are now tag champs.

Konnan the hardcore champion has issued an open challenge to anyone, he is in the ring waiting and out comes former women's champion Ivory. He laughs but she slaps him, he tells get out of the ring but she slaps him again. Buddy Murphy runs in the ring from the crowd and takes down Konnan and goes for a quick pin but Ivory breaks it up. Murphy throws Ivory out of the ring and again goes to pin Konnan who kicks out. Konnan fights back and pins Murphy to retain the belt.

SmithHarts are celebrating backstage with Tyson Kidd who says he will making history tonight winning LWE heavyweight title as well as holding the IC title.

Jack Gallagher and his solicitor enter Finlay's office and tell him he is suing him for racist comments and an unsafe work environment. Finlay tears up the letter and orders both out. Gallagher leaves but tells him there will be consequences. Joey Mercury sees Gallagher leaving and laughs at him. Gallagher hits Mercury from behind into a wall.

The main event is next and it is for LWE heavyweight title, this elimination chamber match features current LWE champ Austin Aries, Daniel Bryan, John Morrison, Carter Bateman, Tyson Kidd and Finlay.

A recap is shown of how this match came to be.

Finlay was delighted when he signed the returning to the ring after being medically clearing Daniel Bryan and when Daniel was introduced on Fright Night Ignition, the champion Aries came out to greet him. Aries talked of being a champion who would fight anyone in defence of his title but was worried how rusty DB was after so long out of ring action. DB said he wanted to earn his shot which Finlay agreed so that night DB beat Christopher Daniels. DB would go on to beat Kensuke Sasaki on his way to earning a spot in the chamber match. John Morrison was helping actor Adam Sandler with parkour for his James Bond audition and when Sandler joked of Bateman looking like actor Andy Samberg, Bateman attacked him badly leading to Sandler being stretched out of a show. Morrison then challenged Bateman to a match which ended in a DQ as Wilde got involved so both Morrison and Bateman were added to the chamber match. Kidd beat Konnan to earn his spot. Finlay stripped Jack Gallagher of the 6th spot and added himself as he felt he had one more big match left in him and was ready to fight.

The match began with Morrison and Aries in the ring, with Daniel Bryan, Kidd, Finlay and Bateman locked in the chambers, DB and Finlay were next in the match out of the chambers. Aries came close to a pin on Morrison early on. Wilde was at ringside watching on Bateman. Kidd and Bateman are now released. SmithHarts have to come to ringside to cheer on Kidd. Adam Sandler is out with Finlay's shillelagh, this distracts Finlay so allows Morrison to pin and he is eliminated. Finlay is mad and when he exits he runs after Sandler but is stopped top of the stage when Gallagher attacks him. Morrison does some mad stunts inside and even jumps from the top of one of the chambers. Morrison and Bateman go at it for about 15 mins. Sandler returns but Wilde pulls him over and kisses him. He drops the shillelagh which Teddy Hart picks up and manages to get inside the chamber to Kidd who uses it on DB and Aries. Kidd tries to pin Morrison and Bateman who are both down. DB eliminated Kidd. Morrison eliminates Bateman. Aries is down so we now have DB and Morrison going at it. Bateman attacks Sandler when he exits. Morrison is distracted so DB tries to pin but Morrison kicks out. DB finally does eliminate Morrison. Aries now has Finlay's shillelagh and uses it on DB repeatly. Twice Aries goes for a pin but instead stops at 2 and beats on DB. Aries is cocky now teasing DB saying his body is a crock and he will never recover. DB gets a quick surprise roll up pin and 1, 2, 3, new champion. DB is now the champ as the show ends.

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Beyond Chaos Year 5

With Paul Heyman successfully assembling a talent roster, all eyes were on Beyond Chaos as ratings season approached. What would the premiere episode of Monday Night Chaos have in store, who would challenge Bret Hart for the BCW World Heavyweight Title at the upcoming Ultimate Chaos 3 Pay Per View, what other matches would take place on said PPV and how would they come about.

Week 1

The first Monday Night Chaos of the Paul Heyman era opened on a curious crowd. Rumours of who would and wouldn't turn up swirled for weeks before the premiere show, but with Paul Heyman at the helm, fans turned up and tuned in thanks to promises of controversy. The atmosphere was like a pressure cooker as Paul Heyman entered to address the crowd. The BCW owner again promised must see tv that would shock those who watched and announced he would announce the challenger to Bret Harts World Heavyweight championship to close the show. He talked up the Contract of Chaos match later on as well promising that while he could not guarantee the viewers would leave her happy, he promised that those who watch tonight will end the night begging for next week's episode.

A womens battle royal kicked off the show, with the winner set to become the new Womens Champion. The match was a one woman show, as the clear favourite Nikki Cross dominated and threw women after women over the top rope to eventually win the match. But instead of being crowned the champion, plans apparently changed as when Nikki was announced the winner the lights went out. After a few seconds the darkness changed to a glow of red lights as a voice over began speaking over the arenas speakers.

VOICE : Ladies and Gentlemen, from Hollywood, Los Angeles California, the reason you all came, the reflection of perfection, the irresistible, the insatiable …ALL RED EVERYTHING…….EVA MARIE!

The red headed Eva Marie strolled out wearing a red Ric Flair esque robe to a chorus of boo’s from the puzzled fans. Eva began to speak to the crowd as Nikki Cross foamed at the mouth.

Eva Marie : I am here to save you all. This match was scheduled to determine a new BCW Womens champion, however I would like to direct you all to the fine print of your tickets.”card subject to change”. And by that, I mean it was decided that it was in the best interest of the company to have a real star as champion, so the this battle royal was not for the Championship, instead the Championship was awarded to ……….me.

Eva Marie would then open her robe to show the world that the Womens Championship was around her waist.

The fans were not pleased at this development and neither was the winner of the battle royal, Nikki Cross. Eva would then taunt the already fuming Nikki Cross, who would make a beeline for the new Champion only to be stopped by a flood of security guards. Eva would exit to a flurry of boo’s as Cross was restrained at ringside.

Backstage we would see BCW tag champions Tomasso Ciampa and Johnny Gargano discussing the upcoming Contract of Chaos match. Both men are adamant that their friendship comes first no matter what happens tonight. Ciampa would walk off down the corridor when he was met by Sean O’Haire.

Sean O’Haire wished him luck initially before adding does he trust Gargano to have his back tonight. Ciampa listened curiously as O’Haire rattled off a list of tag teams such as The Rockers who had one turn on the other. O’Haire asked him if he was a Michaels or a Jannetty before saying he wasn't telling Ciampa anything he didn't already know.

Next up in the ring, the fans were in disbelief as Mohammad Hussan debuted and cut a promo on the live crowd. Hassan talked about how he was outcast in wrestling for his controversial opinions and because of his race. He said Americans in 2018 were fake. He said the same Americans who claim they are all tolerant and accepting are the people who vilified him in years past. He said he will do what destroy those who call themselves American patriots, even if he has to make a deal with the devil himself.

Next was some in ring action with the in ring debut of the American Wolves who overcame some local wrestlers in impressive fashion. As they celebrated in the ring it was announced they will face The Tag Team Champions DIY next week for the Tag Titles. As they got backstage they were greeted by Sean O’Haire. He congratulated them on their match and wished them luck next week before giving them his card and offered his services in an advisory role. He ended by telling them that they were in the big leagues now and that they needed every bit of help they could get and that he wasn't telling them anything they didn't already know.

Next was the Contract of Chaos Match with the winner getting a contract to face the BCW World Champion anytime they wished.

Paul Heyman entered first and announced that this match would have a special guest time keeper…..

Paul Heyman : Introducing the star of the upcoming motion picture, Creed 2, Rocky Balboa himself…… Sylvester Stallone.

Stallone would come to the ring to a nice reaction and thanked the fans for coming. He encouraged them to see his new movie and took his seat at ringside.

Samoa Joe vs Johnny Gargano vs Tomasso Ciampa vs Roderick Strong vs Baron Corbin vs Rey Mysterio

Joe is the odds on favorite to win the match and is extremely dominate in the match. Plenty of high spots from all involved, and some teasing of tension between Gargano and Ciampa. At one point Gargano accidently superkicks Ciampa when his intended target Samoa Joe ducks. Rey Mysterio rolls back the years and showing he can still move as good as he ever did with some splendid high flying offense much to the joy of the crowd.

The big moment for Joe in the match comes when hes brawling with Rey near the announce table when Baron Corbin comes from behind and throws him into Sly Stallone whos at ringside. The match goes on and Joe recovers only to somehow blame Stallone. Joe berates Stallone who initially is apologising until Jowe shoves him to the floor. Joe then turns his attention to the ring when hes spun around by Stallone and knocked to the floor by a sweet uppercut. Samoa Joe gets up quickly and tackles Stallone and a grappling brawl ensues. Referees and agents rush to the ring to try separate the two but both men continue to brawl at ringside.

As the Stallone/ Joe brawl goe son, Corbin is trading punches at the top of 2 side by side ladders with Roderick Strong when Roddy flips over Corbin and hits a devastating sunset powerbomb from the ladder. Joe comes back in and he, Ciampa and Gargano begin climbing the two ladders. Ciampa is on one ladder while Samoa Joe is beside him trading blows with Gargano. The finish comes when Gargano kicks Joe in the face knocking him off the ladder and into Ciampa. Both Ciampa and Joe fall to the match below, giving Gargano the chance to grab the briefcase and win the match.

Winner and Contract of Chaos holder :

Johnny Gargano

Gargano celebrates while still in shock at what has happened. Ciampa hesitates and teases some tension before hugging Gargano and raising his hand.


The final segment of the show begins with Paul Heyman. He hopes the fans have enjoyed the twist and turns and surprises tonight and says he has one more. He welcomes Bret Hart to the ring and they shake hands. Heyman tells Bret that he needs a big fight to headline the PPV, one with real animosity, one with real tension. On one side a man the fans can get behind versus a man the crowd will despise on the other. On one side a hero for the ages and on the other side a true hated villain. Heyman says Bret is a hero, a man that everyone sees as true to himself and to what he represents.

Heyman reminds Bret of his contractual obligation to face whomever Heyman books against him. He tells Bret that he needs a true good versus evil story and that while he realises he isn't proud of what he's done, he has done what is necessary to not only help BCW survive, but he has booked a main event that will enable BCW to win.

Paul Heyman : So without further ado, Bret ….. Your opponent at Ultimate Chaos 3 for the Beyond Chaos World Heavyweight Championship………..


Chris Benoit's music hits and out walks the man himself. The fans are silent in disbelief and Bret Hart is in shock in the ring. Fans begin to boo mercifully venting their disapproval at what is transpiring by hurling cups and trash at the ring as Bret appears to be furious with Heyman as we go off the air.

WEEK 2

The show opens on a hyped up crowd with Paul Heyman standing in the middle of the ring addressing the crowd

Paul Heyman : You all may not like the controversy…………..but you all want it. Last week I delivered in producing a must see 2 hour rollercoaster of wrestling television. I gave you edgy, I gave you shocking moments, I gave you real emotions. Now let's address the hot topic shall we. Why did I bring back a convicted killer to main event the next Pay Per View?

The fans boo Heyman but he smirks.

Paul Heyman : Last week once the cameras stopped rolling, everything blew up. Twitter, TMZ, Facebook, 24 news channels, message board, tv talk shows…..everyone was talking about Beyond Chaos. We are trending worldwide and people are wondering what will Heyman do next. We have already had an huge increase in the BCW network subscriptions, our sponsors may not be too pleased with the negative publicity but they sure don't mind all the eyeballs on our product either. We have the whole world watching our next move. Later tonight we will air a sit down interview with Chris Benoit and I hope it answers some of your questions.

Heyman is then interrupted by an angry Nikki Cross who rushes to the ring to confront Heyman. Cross, who is furious at Eva Marie being given the title after it appeared she earned it in the battle royal. Heyman squirms and says it's just business and that she will get Eva Marie one on one later tonight for the title to close the segment.


Backstage we have the American Wolves preparing for their tag team title match later. Sean O’Haire approaches them. He wishes them luck tonight and again offers his managerial services. The Wolves politely decline but Sean O’Haire is instant he can help them and he says he will offer a gesture of goodwill first to prove himself before walking off.


We are back at ringside for the Womens Championship match.

Nikki Cross vs Eva Marie

Cross is out first followed by the over-the-top lavish entrance from Eva Marie. But Eva Marie never appears in person, rather she appears via satellite. She explains that she is unable to attend the show and is actually in Miami on a photoshoot. She declares that she will be live next week to defend her championship. This entrages Nikki Cross who goes all Brock Lesnar and goes on a rampage at ringside. Cross destroys the time keepers area, judo tosses the time keeper himself and dismantles the spanish announce table. Cross then suplexes some referees who rush to ringside in an attempt to try calm her down before officials eventually restrain her.

Next up in some cross promotion we are live at the Creed 2 press conference featuring Sylvester Stallone and other stars of the movie. After some routine questions, a reporter asks Stallone about his brawl with BCW Superstar Samoa Joe. Stallone says it was nothing and says he held his own. As soon as he answers a voice can be heard shouting from the back.

Samoa Joe : You sucker punched me last week Rocky, why don't you come at me again and see if you can hold your own.

Stallone stand up from his seat and sees Samoa Joe walking slowly through the sea of reporters.

Samoa Joe : Come on Balboa, you not man enough to try me. I’ll eat you alive, I’m Drago, Creed and Clubber Lang all rolled into one.

Stallone gestures at him to come get some but security grab Joe before he can walk any further?

Samoa Joe : What's the matter Stallone, you scared I’ll knock you out and prove that all these Rocky movies are a fairytale. Come on Stallone, come on.

Joe breaks free from the security guards and charges at Stallone. Joe dives over the table and the brawl is on. Several blows are landed by both men before security drags them apart. Joe continues his trash talk when he hears a voice from the crowd saying “knock him out Rocky”

Samoa Joe : Come on Rocky, knock me out… come on, Fight me Rocky, fight me?

Stallone : Name the place, i'll be there. I’ll kick your fat ass.

Joe is dragged out as Stallone adjusts himself as the camera cuts back to ringside.

Back at ring side Rey Mysterio is in the ring in street clothes and thanks the fans for last week. He says it was amazing to be in the ring again and it was even more special for my young kids to see me me wrestle once before I ride into the sunset. Rey gets emotional and says his goodbye to the fans and his music plays. Rey poses and exits the ring, tagging the hands of fans around ringside. He hugs one masked fan with a Rey Mask at ringside who has a sign that says “619 forever”. Rey then takes the sign and places it over his head, but as he does the masked fan attacks Rey. The fan jumps the barricade and unleashes hell on Mysterio. The masked fan stand over the fallen Rey Mysterio and reveals himself to be Andrade Cien Almas. Almas grabs a chair and furiously smashes the fallen Mysterio with the steel chair as he tries to recover.

Almas then grabs the sign and rips it in half before placing the folded chair over the neck of Rey. Almas then jams the chair into the throat of Mysterio who is in agony as a result. Blood appears in the mouth of Mysterio as Almas stands tall.


The camera switches to another locker room where Johnny Gargano is being interview about his recent Contract of Chaos win. A question is asked about how his partner Tomasso Ciampa feels, but before Gargano can answer, his partner enters the room. After a tense moment or two the two men hug and both say they are focused on tonight's Tag match first and foremost.

We cut backstage to Roderick Strong participating in a backstage interview when Baron Corbin heinously attacks him from behind. Corbin mount Strong and unleash vicious right hands to the face of Strong while blaming Strong for his inability in winning the Contract of Chaos match. Corbin would end the assault, but not before throwing Strong through a glass window backstage. Roderick Strong would be left bloody and broken from the attack, with Corbin seemingly pleased with himself.

DIY (Gargano and Ciampa) vs American Wolves

Before the match starts Sean O’Haire strolls to ringside and begins encouraging the American Wolves.

The match starts with Gargano and Richards and after a few nice exchanges, Gargano gets isolated after appearing to jar his knee on a backflip. The Wolves go to work on Gargano's leg with some great double team moves with Ciampa begging for the tag. Throughout the match Sean O’Haire can be seen at ringside talking to Ciampa who isn't interested.

Gargano on numerous time is close to a tag but is stopped each time to which Ciampa is furious. Eventually Gargano gets a flurry in and take out both wolves despite hobbling on one leg. With Richards down he can make the hot tag, but chooses to go an attempted Gargano Escape submission instead. Richards gets to the ropes though and the hold is broken. Both men get to their feet and as Gargano is running, his knee buckles an he is in agony. The ref, after much consideration throws up the X signal to indicate Gargano can't continue and awards the match, and the titles to the Wolves.

Winners and New Tag Team Champions :

The American Wolves

The wolves get handed the titles and Sean O’Haire comes in to celebrate by raising the hands of Richards and Edwards.

The new champions leave with O’Haire while Gargano is being checked on by the ref. A dejected Tomasso Ciampa looks forlorn at what's happened and eventually helps his partner up. Ciampa drags Gargano up under his arm as the fans applaud the effort, but the atmosphere turns sour as Ciampa viciously kicks the leg out from under Gargano. Ciampa then stomps away on the leg much to the horror and dismay of the live crowd. Tomasso is shouting furiously at Gargano, calling him selfish and two faced as he stand on the injured knee while Gargano screams in agony. Ciampa drags Gargano by the injured leg to the ringpost and applies a devastating figure four leg lock while Gargano's leg is wrapped around the post. Gargano screams in agony as officials arrive (busy night for them). The try to force Ciampa to release the hold but despite their pleas, Ciampa does not relent.

Ciampa eventually released the hold after what seemed like an eternity and Gargano screams while he clutches the knee. The cameras go to commercial with Gargano being stretchered out of the arena while Ciampa looks on callously.

We are back and it's time for the sit down interview. The interview is split into two portions, one interview with Benoit first and one with Bret after.



Benoit sits calmly as hes asked questions about his return and his life behind bars. Benoits says he paid his debt to society and that he spent every day thinking of ways to make amends. He says he's here to resume his career and hopefully he can focus on being the best wrestler in the world once more.

Benoit is asked about Paul Heyman and if he feels exploited by him. He says Paul is giving him an opportunity that many others wouldn't give him considering his past. He says that while it may be true that Heyman is using Benoit for financial and commercial success, he is using this chance to better life.

Benoit is then asked about his opponent, Bret Hart. He calls Bret a coward and blames Bret and the media for brainwashing his son David against him. He doesn't blame David, as he had his Dad around to guide him properly through life. He blames Bret for manipulating David and turning him into a follower of Bret rather than his be own man. He says the stage is perfect for him to not only dethrone and become World Heavyweight champion, but also to show his son that Bret is nothing but a selfish fraud.


The scene switches to a different studio where Bret is being interviewed. Brets looks pissed and hostile to a degree. Bret is asked first about his feelings on Heymans announcement last week that he and Benoit will clash live on PPV. Bret is disgusted, and says he wants to puke each time he relives that announcement in his head. Bret says he is being legally forced into the match and says that under no circumstances would he be happy to face Benoit. Bret feels like he is being taken advantage of because clause written into his contract which is forcing him into the match. Bret says he feels betrayed by Heyman however it was his own fault for working with him to begin with considering Pauls reputation.

Bret says he won't back down from a challenge but feels it's morally wrong to glorify Benoit after all he has done. Bret calls Benoit a vile monster for what he did and Bret says he will break his contract and makes it clear that he refuses to fight Chris Benoit under any terms. Bret disconnects his mic and leaves.

Week 3

Week 3 kicks off with Mohammad Hassan again bad mouthing America, running down the home fans a sthe boo him relentlessly.

Hassan is interrupted by the new tag team champions, the American Wolves who have Sean O’Haire by their side. They claim they are here to stand up for America and that they are sick and tired of listening to you guys run down America at every opportunity.

After some back and forth between Hassan and The Wolves, Sean O’Haire interrupts, he tells Hassan to shut up and claims he's the advisor of The Wolves after helping them to victory last week. Sean O’Haire then goes on to challenge Hassan to a match next week between The Wolves and Hassan and a partner of his choice. Hassan accepts and calls them stupid Americans which infuriates O’Haire who says that nexts week match will be no DQ so that the Wolves can truly rip you apart.


Next up is some action involving the Womens Championship match.

Nikki Cross vs Eva Marie

Cross is out first and looks more worked up than usual. followed by the over-the-top lavish entrance from Eva Marie. Unlike last week when she no showed, Eva Marie is live and in the flesh but she's on crutches. She whips out a mic and explains she's unable to wrestle tonight due to injury and she has a doctor's note to prove it. The fans boo the living daylights out of her but she smirks and compares herself to Daniel Bryan in that she is not cleared to wrestle. She claims to have a twisted ankle and she says she will defend her title for all her fans when she medically cleared and she cant compete until next week.

This entrages Nikki Cross who goes all postal again as she hops out of the ring and makes a beeline for the Womens Champion. Eva Marie immediately sprints away from cross, showing she's not injured at all. Eva bails to the parking lot and hops in a car and screams at her driver to drive. The car speeds away just as Cross reaches it and she hurls a trash can in anger. She grabs some guy walking through and asks where Heyman is. The man responds that hes doesnt know and she goes back into the arena in search of the owner.


We are back at ring side as Baron Corbin is wrestling a local talent when Roderick strong comes from the crowd and a brawl ensues. Corbin would again get the upper hand and stand tall over an injured Strong until officials arrived. Corbin would yell abuse at Strong throughout the beatdown, remarking that Strong didn’t belong in BCW and that he was out of his depth stepping up to him. Corbin would go to leave and strong would crawl to the side of the ring and yell for a mic. Before Corbin can leave, Strong would challenge Corbin to a match at Ultimate Chaos. Corbin would return to the ring and assault the fallen strong and hit him with an end of Days slam before accepting his challenge.


Next we would have pre recorded interview with Andrade Cien Almas. He would speak about how despite his talent and championships, he never gets the recognition in his home country of Mexico. He says he has always been upstaged by Rey Mysterio no matter how many people he beats or how long his championship reigns are. He says in Mexico, Rey is the legend, all the kids wear his mask and worship him. He says he is 10 times the star Rey is and despite not hiding behind a mask, he doesn't get the kudos he deserves.


Andrade ends the interview by saying he has learned now how to become a legend…... in order to become a true legend he must end a legend. He says last week he showed the world a glimpse of what he can do to Rey Mysterio and says if Rey is the legend he believes he is, then he should face him at in a match at Ultimate Chaos.



We switch to ringside and its an in-ring promo from Tomasso Ciampa, who is explaining his actions from last week when he attacked his partner Johnny Gargano. Ciampa says he is sick Gargano’s selfishness. He said Gargano was fame hungry and tried to set over him for success. He said gargano would do anything to reach the top including stabbing his partner in the back. The Sicilian Psychopath says the signs were there and the red flags were clear as day, so he explains he screw Johnny Gargano before Gargano screwed Ciampa. He says last week, Gargano again went into business for himself, trying to win the match on his own, which was impossible. He said that was the straw that broke Ciampas patients. Heyman appears and Paul informs Ciampa that he will face Johnny Gargano at Ultimate Chaos with the Contract of Chaos on the line.




We switch backstage to see Samoa Joe an interview. Joe keeps it short and sweet.

Samoa Joe : Rocky said last week any time any where? I say Me versus Stallone, 1 on 1….. At Ultimate Chaos.

We then switch to Paul Heymans office, he's on the phone

Paul Heyman : I'm glad you have accepted Mr Stallone. 2 weeks, live on pay per view, Stallone versus Samoa Joe in a 1 on 1 Wrestling match


Paul hangs up and makes another call.

Heyman : Its Paul, …………..you know this Samoa Joe/Stallone match is happening right………. Well for insurance purposes I need Stallone to have some sort of Wrestling training. ……..Yes he can box and fight, but you can't step legally into a wrestling ring on PPV without being trained so I need you to go over to Stallone's home and give him some pointers,.............. Its a legal requirement and I need a favour from you………. Yes , only the best will do and that's why I called you.

Heyman hangs up quickly when Nikki Cross barges into the office demanding a real match with Eva Marie. Heyman cowardly calms her down before assuring her she will have a match 1 on 1 with a medically cleared Eva Marie. Nikki Cross says she better have it or she gonna take her anger out on Heyman.


Next up is an in ring interview with chris Benoits son, David Benoit. David gets asked about his dead being released. He says he has avoided his father since his prison release and feels sick that he's here in BCW. He is asked about his thoughts on the match World Title match at Ultimate Chaos and before he can answer he is interrupted by his Father Chris Benoit.

Chris Benoit walks to the ring and stands across from his son. After a long pause, Chris tries to hug his son but David backs away and walks to the outside. Chris grabs a mic and says he understands. He understands why he doesn't want anything to do with his old man, and wont push the issue. But Chris says he's sorry he wasn't there and hopes someday David can forgive him. Chris says he sorry he wasn't there for him and says he's even more sorry that he's let Bret Hart influence him. He hates seeing his son follow Bret like a sheep. He says it's horrible to see him blindly follow Bret and pleads with him to ignore bret and be his own man. He says David is capable of being great in this business, better than his old man and certainly better than Bret, but he says David needs to get out of the shadow of Bret and be his own man. He says David shouldn't be a walk-behinder. Chris says why walk in Brets shadow, and says he can walk behind and you're not a leader. Chris says then the view never changes if your Brets lackey and that he should be his own man like his real father.

David grabs a mic and angrily snaps at Chris.


David Benoit : Seriously, after ten years you step to me like this.LIKE THIS!. How dare you? You claim to “understand” yet I highly doubt you fully grasp the situation. Are you that self absorbed? Are you that oblivious? Lets me set the record straight. There once was a time I looked up to you, a time I looked at you for guidance and inspiration. Those days are long gone. After what you did you lost, you became nothing to me. And now after 10 years you think you can waltz in her with an deluded attempt at an apology? Are you for real?

David hops into the ring.

David Benoit : Let me tell you Im disappointed Bret is rightly refusing to fight you. You deserve a beating and I was most certainly looking forward to Bret kicking your ass. Bret’ is everything you are not. You don’t deserve the spotlight, you don’t deserve the time of day and you will never deserve to call me son again.

Chris Benoit : You ungrateful little worm. I gave you life,

David Benoit : And you took it away 10 years again. Your actions ruined everything i had and took everything away from me. You are dead to me.

Chris snaps and charges at his Son and grabs him by the throat before clotheslining him off his feet. David is dazed as Chris picks him up and dumps him on his back with a German suplex. Chris stalks his son but as he does the fans pop as Bret appears, dashing to the ring. Chris Benoit sees Bret and both men clash as Bret enters the ring. Referees hit tehr ing as the two men brawl and pull both men apart. Chris is rapid as he does everything he can to reach Bret. Bret can be heard saying Screw it, I’m gonna kick your ass at PPV” as the show goes off the air.

WEEK 4

The go home show for the Ultimate Chaos PPV kicks off with Tomasso Ciampa coming down to the ring when he's assaulted from behind by the returning Johnny Gargano to a fantastic pop. Johnny gets a good few shots in before Tomaso retreats back up the ramp. Johnny grabs the mic and says his Contract of Chaos meant so much to him, and that the tag team championship meant so much to him, but what means more to him was his friendship with Tomasso. He talks about riding the roads with him, going to town to town together for the love of this business. But the real Ciampa came out when he attacked him he says. Johnny said Ciampa is a jealous, petty little man who will get what he truly deserves at Ultimate Chaos ……...even if he loses his Contract of Chaos as a result.


We switch to Sylvester Stallone's house and the intercom to his house buzzes and security tells him someone is hear to see him, an apartment wrestling trainer. Stallone says he's expecting him as Paul Heyman sent him over. The trainer enters the house and its none other than Paul Heymans good friend from ECW, Rhyno……. And hes dressed like Mick from the Rocky movies.

Rhyno says he's here to administer the compulsory wrestling training and Stallone says he got a wrestling gym set up in his gym. Rhyno laughs and says it was a waste of money as the wrestling training isn't in the ring…..its in the heart. Stallone looks confused as Rhyno says his car is outside and he's taking Stallone to real training and calls him a bum several times.

We switch back and it's time for the 3rd attempt at a Womens Championship match between deserving champion Eva Marie and Nikki Cross.

Nikki Cross vs Eva Marie

Cross waits in the ring as Eva Marie makes her over-the-top entrance. Marie takes an eternity to get to the ring, clearly stalling and time wasting. The bell eventually rings and Eva Marie stalls some more with more time wasting tactics such as pretending to tie her boots, feigning injury, signing autographs at ringside. As she pretends to sign an autograph fro someone in a Rey Mysterio mask, Nikki Cross seemingly has enough and makes her way to the outside. Cross grabs Eva by the throat, but the masked fan attacks Cross with a right hand flooring her. The masked fan jumps the barricade attacks Cross as Eva Marie cheerleads and directs traffic. The masked fan leaves Cross in a heap before unmasking to reveal her identity…..Shayna Baszler.

Baszler and the champ leave together with Cross laid out at ringside.


We switch back to Rhyno who has a blindfolded Stallone driven to a mystery location. They arrive and Rhyno reveals that he’s brought Stallone to the meat factory from Rocky 1 where Rocky trained. Stallone is puzzled and tells Rhyno he needs actual wrestling training but Rhyno protests that it's all character building like his movie and he will be inspired. Stallone continues to explain that this is a bad idea, saying it was just a movie and it's all unsanitary to punch meat carcasses. Rhyno ignores him and grabs a carcass and starts wrestling with it. Stallone looks on embarrassed for Rhyno, as the Man-Beast is tossing around the carcass while calling spots

Rhyno : Suplex……… Bodyslam……… Rock Bottom, you should use this move for obvious reasons….you know Rock….Rocky, anyway…..belly to belly…..


We switch back to ringside Mohammad Hassan is out for his tag team title shot against the Wolves.

American Wolves w/ Sean O’Haire versus Mohammad Hussan and ?????? (no DQ Tag Team Championship Match)

The bell rings and Hassan grabs a chair and has a mexican standoff against the Wolves alone. Sean O’Haire grabs a chair of his own and backs up the Wolves in the ring as the commentators wonder where Hassans partner is.

Hassan then backs off and goes outside to grab a mic.

Hassan : And introducing my tag team partner………..

After a pause as The Wolves looked to the ramp, both Richards and Edwards are struck from behind by their advisor Sean O’Haire. Hassan, chair in hand joins in and its clear now that O’Haire and Hassan are in cahoots all along. The pair batter the Wolves with vicious chairshots and dominate the champs until Edwards is isolated. With Richards tossed to the outside, O’Haire and Hassan deliver a head shattering Con-Chair-To to Edwards and make the pin.

Winners and new champs : HOH (Hassan and O’Haire)

O’Haire and Hassan leave with gold as the Wolves are left for dead.


Next we are back with Rhyno and Stallone, and Rhyno has taken Stallone to another location. . Rhyno says he has a surprise for Sly. Rhyno explains that what made Rocky so successful was catching chickens. Rhyno undoes Stallone's blindfold to reveal he's in a pigeon loft. Stallone is again puzzled and Rhyno says he couldn't find any chickens but his buddy owns this loft. As Stallone is standing, several pigeons poop on him and he explains to Rhyno that you can catch chickens by chasing them but Pigeons just fly away. Rhyno rubbishes Stallone's rationale and says Chickens/Pigeons, same thing and as he does he gets a big poop on his head which enrages him to try chase a few pigeons fruitlessly as Stallone looks on disappointed.

We are back at BCW and it's time for two interviews with Baron Corbin and Roderick strong who face each other at Ultimate

Strong : All my life I’ve dealt with jerks like Corbin. All my life I’ve been told I’m too small, that I didn’t belong, that I wasn’t god enough and I’ve made a career out of proving everyone wrong. I was told I didn’t belong ever since I can remember, I’ve been told I’ll never make it in BCW and when I face Corbin I am going to prove everyone wrong again!

Corbin : I can’t stand Roderick Strong. All I hear about him is that he’s the underdog that won’t quit blah blah, he’s got this never say die attitude yak yak yak. Do you know how many people said I did not belong here? None! Do you know why that is? It’s because they take one look at me and realise I’m born to hurt people, to crush people, to destroy people. No matter how much he dreams, fact is I will be that one bridge too far for Roderick Strong. This Sunday, his little Cinderella story will come to an abrupt end.


We switch back to another scene with Stallone and Rhyno. This time Stallone inside a big high tech gym. Stallone tells Rhyno that this is more like it. Rhyno says he got the idea from Rocky 4. He summons someone over who appears to be a doctor. This doctor has a syringe.

Stallone : Whats this?

Rhyno : Just some enhancing stuff, you know like Drago in Rocky 4. Once you have these ster…..i mean enhancers inside you, you can pump some serious iron here.

Stallone gets frustrated with Rhyno and pushes him against a nearby wall.

Stallone : Enough. I need wrestling training, I don't need any gimmicks from my movies,

Rhyno : thats it, ITS ABOUT TIME I GOT THE FIRE IN YOUR BELLY OUT! Now we have the anger, now we can channel it to kick Joes ass.

Rhyno is released and he tells Stallone that he will show him the ropes and even the gore if he's lucky.

We switch back to Samoa Joe who tells the camera he is a man of few words, and that he will kill Stallone like Drago killed Apollo.

We are back with New Tag Team Champions Hassan and O’Haire. O’Haire says he gained the trust of The misguided Wolves and exploited it for his own gain…… but then he isn't telling you anything you don't already know.


We are back withy Paul Heyman. He makes Nikki Cross versus Shayna Baszler and Eva Marie for the Womens Title at Ultimate Chaos, as well as Rey Mysterio versus Andrade Cien Almas as well as HOH versus The American Wolves.

The show ends with Bret Hart and Chris Benoit having an official contract signing for their match at Ultimate Chaos. Benoit and Bret have stare down before both are backed away by security. Both Men sign and as Bret goes to leave, Benoit grabs a mic.

Benoit : You make me sick Bret.

Brets stops in his tracks and Benoit has his attention.

Benoit : You think your some hero and that you are holier than thou. You are no better than me as a person. You are selfish, you only care about yourself…… your a fake and these sheep haven't the guts to look past you. The difference between me and you is that I don't pretend I’m something I’m not. What you get is what you see, warts and all. I don’t claim to be perfect, but I will break your face this Sunday.

Bret : The difference between you and me is that I’m not one sick son of a bitch. You are twisted, you think its ok to be who you are despite what you done. You want to talk about fake, I thought you were a decent family man, you had me believe that once upon a time you were a good man and that you were a decent human being. On Sunday I’m going to take great pleasure in hurting you, I’m going to take great pride in making you feel pain….. My only shortcoming is that i won't be able to hurt you like you hurt your son. But make no mistake….. I will make you scream forgiveness….we shall see if I have any mercy in me. I try my best to do one thing you can’t……….make your son proud.

Both men go to brawl at this as Benoit snaps at the last comment. We go off the air with both men being pulled apart trying to get a piece of one another.

Beyond Chaos Ulitmate Chaos 3 PPV

World Championship Match - No Holds Barred
Bret Hart (c) Vs Chris Benoit

Grudge Match
Samoa Joe vs Sylvester Stallone w/ Rhyno

Tag Team Championship Match
American Wolves vs Hassan and O'Haire

Womens Championship Match
Eva Marie and Shayna Baszler Versus Nikki Cross

Grudge Match
Roderick Strong Vs Baron Corbin

Grudge Match
Rey Mysterio vs Andrade CIEN Almas

Grudge Match - Contract of Chaos on the line
Tomasso Ciampa vs Johnny Gargano

Mr.Nice Guy

MNG: GRAPPLEMANIA

As the opening video package ends, fireworks and pyro go off from a sell-out crowd at the NRG Stadium, Houston, Texas, where we welcome you to Monday Night Grappling: Grapplemania. There will be 7 seismic contests on show for your pleasure this evening, on a night where careers are at stake, where a man's family and domain are under threat, where 4 titles are on the line - including our main event where the vacant World Heavyweight Championship will be decided. Tonight promises to be both historic and unforgettable. So without any further ado, let us get Grapplemania under way…

MNG US Heavyweight Championship
First Time Ever
Barry Windham vs Kerry Von Erich (c)

Back story: "Do you realise you and I have never had a one-on-one singles match?"

It was this simple question by Barry Windham to US Champ Kerry Von Erich that would prompt a massive cheer from the Monday Night Grappling audience and set in motion the making of a dream match.

Windham, who had been associating with Brody and Hansen - the two men who had attacked Kerry's brothers David and Kevin - had been shown backstage for weeks watching Kerry in action. But he needed no dastardly heelish plan to get this match.

That simple question to Kerry - as Windham well knew - would result in a fighting champion like Kerry accepting a challenge at Grapplemania. The match is now set.

This is a match for the ages. Which of these Texas icons will have their hand raised?

The match: Both men got big pops from the crowd being natives of Texas, although most of the crowd were behind Kerry.

It was back-and-forth in the early stages but as the match wore on Windham took charge. The story of the match was despite taking control, Windham couldn't put Kerry away. Kerry kicked out of Barry's leaping lariat, numerous superplexes and even a gutwrench powerbomb.

As Windham got frustrated he removed the turnbuckle pad. As he turned back around Kerry nailed him with his Tornado Punch finish but Windham this time kicked out.

Windham recovered and charged Kerry towards the corner - and the exposed turnbuckle - but Kerry reversed it and Windham hit it instead chest-first. This enabled Kerry to hit a backslide and pin Windham 1...2...3.

Winner and still MNG US Champion: Kerry Von Erich

After the match, both men were given a big ovation from the fans. The two men stood nose to nose and Kerry could be seen pointing at the exposed turnbuckle and asking him why he did that. Windham could be seen apologizing. Kerry then extended his hand to Barry as the commentators wondered whether this was a good idea. After a pause...Windham shook hands. Windham then raised Kerry's hand in victory as the fans cheered.

The commentators explained that while Kerry's brothers have had issues with Brody and Hansen - two men Windham has been seen associating with - Windham himself has not crossed any lines.

Why I went with this feud: When I discovered upon researching it that Windham and Kerry never had a one-on-one match-up, I knew this was a bout I had to make. I think these two would click very well and it would be a hot opener for the Texas audience.

Why I booked it this way: I see more mileage in this feud and it doesn't fit the story for the title change to happen just now.

Singles Match
#1 Contender Match for Junior Heavyweight Title
Kota Ibushi vs Kushida

Back story: Both Kota Ibushi and Kushida entered the company at the same time, and the two Japanese stars and former rivals would stick together initially, wowing fans with outstanding performances as part of a popular tag team.

But like so many friendships, the lure of success got in the way.

When a triple threat match was made involving both men and Ricochet facing off for the right to face RVD for the Junior Heavyweight Title, Ibushi and Kushida promised not to let it affect their burgeoning friendship. But as the match progressed, and the near falls racked up, the old rivalry reared its head, with both men busting each other's lips with vicious strikes.

In the end, Ricochet would win the match pinning Ibushi with his 630 senton. Following the bout, Kushida would mock Ibushi claiming he would not have been pinned by Ricochet and blaming Ibushi on him not having a title shot at Grapplemania.

This match has now been made to settle the dispute with the winner earning a future opportunity at the winner of RVD vs Ricochet. Who will become the number one contender and walk away with pride intact?

The match: This contest proved to be a complete contrast to Kerry and Barry's methodical, old-school opener with this one having high-flying jaw-dropping moves galore.

Highlights included Kushida hitting his Midnight Express Corkscrew Moonsault from the top turnbuckle on to Ibushi outside, as well as Ibushi hitting a shooting star over the ropes on to Ibushi outside.

After a dramatic series of near-falls that had fans on their feet, the finish of the match saw Ibushi nailing Kushida with a top rope sitout powerbomb that finally put Kushida down for the 1...2...3.

Winner and new #1 contender for Junior Heavyweight Title: Kota Ibushi.

After the match Kushida looked on in despair as the commentators noted it is Ibushi that has had the last laugh.

Why I went with this feud: A high-flying contest always adds a lot and with these two you would be guaranteed a stunning spectacle.

Why I booked it this way: Given that Kushida had mocked Ibushi in the storyline for being pinned in the triple threat, I wanted Ibushi to get revenge and redeem himself in the fan's eyes.

Loser Leaves Company Match
The Rock 'N' Roll Express vs Lance Storm and William Regal

Back story: The popular team the Rock 'N' Roll Express very quickly got on the wrong side of Monday Night Grappling Commissioner William Regal. On one occasion accidentally knocking him over while running out to ringside, on another occasion Ricky spilling coffee over him, while Robert was heard badmouthing him within Lance Storm's earshot - who promptly snitched to his mate and boss Regal.

All this would culminate in Regal deciding to make them pay. In a ceremony that saw Ricky and Robert led to believe they were being inducted into this year's Monday Night Grappling Hall of Fame, Regal dropped a bombshell - they were actually being inducted into the first ever William Regal Kiss My Ass club. Regal explained having to do this to Vince McMahon was the worst moment of his career - and now Ricky and Robert would have to do the same or be fired.

Both Ricky and Robert refused and sure enough were told by Regal that they were FIRED. But wait - the board of directors would step in a week later revealing a huge outpouring of support for Ricky and Robert, and blasting Regal for using his ego over common sense, as well as Storm for being complicit.

The board have thus made a match and offered Ricky and Robert a lifeline: the loser of the PPV bout will leave Monday Night Grappling for good. If Ricky and Robert win, they stay put and Regal and Storm go; likewise if Storm and Regal win; they remain and Ricky and Robert go.

Someone is leaving the company for good. These men have contributed plenty to Monday Night Grappling historically. Which duo will depart forever?

The match: Before the match we had a video package reminding fans of two years ago when Nick Bockwinkel and Ray Stevens had to leave the company forever in a match like this. We then had a package showing the history of Morton, Gibson, Storm and Regal in the company.

The early stages of the match were old school classic tag team wrestling with Storm and Regal methodically working over Morton, as Gibson desperately sought the tag. Highlights included Storm hitting beautiful dropkicks and super kicks while Regal worked him over with a variety of suplexes and stretches.

The finish of the match saw Gibson tag in and he and Robert hit some tandem offence that included a double hurricanrana, missile dropkicks and enzugiris.

As Gibson connected on Storm with a swinging neckbreaker he made the cover for 1...2...

...Regal breaks it up. Storm then distracts the ref and that allows Regal to take some brass knucks from his tights and clock Gibson in the jaw. Storm then makes the cover for the 1...2...

...but Morton breaks it up!

Ricky tags in and explains to the ref what happened, while Regal makes a blind tag himself. He rolls up Morton for the Regal stretch but Morton counters into a cradle for the 1...2...3! He got him! Regal and Storm are gone!

Winners and staying with the company: The Rock 'N' Roll Express

Regal has his head in his hands as Storm looks on in shock. Both of them are gone from Monday Night Grappling forever.

The Rock 'n' Roll Express celebrate in the ring and things get even better as a ring announcer enters the ring and hands them an award - they are this year's inductees in Monday Night Grappling's Hall of Fame.

Regal gets to his feet and can be heard screaming at Ricky and Robert that they're a bunch of "bloody toerags". He turns to Lance for support but Lance instead floors Regal with a Superkick!

"You got me fired, William!"

Storm exits the ring in fury as Regal has to be helped out with the help of security as the RNR Express take in the cheers.

Why I went with this feud: I think these two teams would have an excellent match and see their styles working really well together. I also liked playing off of the stip from two years ago about someone having to leave the company.

Why I booked it this way: I considered booking this the other way but I felt that this time, in contrast to how I used this stip with Bockwinkel and Stevens last time, it would be better to give the fans a feelgood moment rather than a sad one.

World Tag Team Titles
The Von Erichs vs Stan Hansen & Bruiser Brody (c)

Back story: The team of Stan Hansen and Bruiser Brody have been destroying everyone in their path since they arrived as a duo and it wasn't long before they acquired the company's tag team titles.

When David and Kevin Von Erich won the right to be number one contenders for the belts, fans wondered would the popular Texans finally topple the champions.

It seemed Bruiser Brody was concerned too. He and Stan confronted the Von Erichs with Brody telling them out of respect for their father - the man who had trained Brody - he and Stan would give the two men the right to walk away from the match and be spared a beating.

The offer was flatly refused by both Von Erich brothers who insisted they were not afraid, extending their hands to both men and saying may the best team win. This would result in a ferocious assault on both Von Erichs who would be left bloodied and battered.

The stage is now set for Grapplemania where the Von Erichs will be searching for the titles in their home state of Texas - as well as revenge.

The match: Very quickly the match breaks down into a brawl with both teams fighting their way into the aisle, as the referee pleaded with them to return to the ring.

Brody gave Kevin an Atomic Drop on to a guard rail while Hansen delivered a big shoulder tackle on David into the barricade. The commentators noted that the Von Erichs had let their emotions get the better of them and that a brawl suited Brody and Hansen.

Sure enough the tag champs took control and began to wear down the brothers with big power moves. As Brody worked over David he screamed "you made me do this".

After some near-tags and on one occasion David making a tag that the ref refused to allow because his back was turned, eventually Kevin was tagged in and began hitting a series of dropkicks.

The finish of the match saw both men hit running high knees on Hansen who was by this point legal. As David went to intercept Brody who tried to make the save, Kevin made the cover and got Hansen down for the 1...2...

...but the referee is dragged out!

Commentator: Wait a minute! It's Barry Windham! What's he doing out here!

Windham, who earlier tonight lost to Kerry Von Erich, shakes his head at Kevin who looks on in surprise. Behind Kevin, Stan Hansen has recovered, and as the fans scream at Kevin to watch out, it's too late as Hansen nearly takes his head off with a massive Lariat. He makes the pin for the 1...2...3.

Winners and still World Tag Team Champions: Stan Hansen and Bruiser Brody

Hansen and Brody celebrate as the fans boo. David goes to check on Kevin, unaware of what has happened, and the tag champs beat him down and leave him laying just like his brother.

As Windham makes his way back up the aisle, Kerry Von Erich storms out and confronts Windham. He demands to know why Barry interfered like that. Windham backs off, and as Kerry is about to go ringside to join his brothers, Windham from behind grabs Kerry and throws him off the stage threw a table below.

The fans boo as Windham picks up Kerry's fallen US Title and holds it over his head. Then he drops it on Kerry's fallen body. Brody and Hansen then join Windham on the ramp as the commentators note it seems these men have gone from associates to a full blown fanction. What will this mean for the Von Erich family moving forward?

Why I went with this feud: I liked the fact that Brody was trained by Kevin and David's father Fritz and felt that added an interesting dynamic for storyline purposes.

Why I booked it this way: I hinted earlier when explaining the Windham vs Kerry match that I felt it didn't fit the story for Windham to win yet, and this is why. I wanted Windham to be teasing a heel turn and aligning with Brody and Hansen, but to wait until the PPV for it to happen. Windham would later explain that he initially wanted to beat Kerry on his own, but now he's willing to take the title by any means necessary. Eventually David and Kevin would win the belts but it's not quite the time for that.

Going forward, the plan would be to have a big 6 man match involving all the guys, and then do tag and US title rematches as well.

End of part one...

Mr.Nice Guy

MNG Junior Heavyweight Championship
Ladder Match
Rob Van Dam (c) vs Ricochet

Back story: Rob Van Dam's arrival into Monday Night Grappling was an instant hit as he claimed the company's brand new Junior Heavyweight Championship, a title he has held now for nearly a year.

As RVD continued to wow fans, another name was signed to the company: Ricochet. At first RVD would welcome the new signing but over time fans began clamouring for a match between the two, speculating over who would win. It soon became clear Van Dan's vanity did not take kindly to the suggestion Ricochet could best him. Ricochet too would openly call for the match, warning RVD if he continued to avoid the match, the fans would deafen him not with chants of 'R-V-D' but 'Ri-co-chet': a prediction that turned out to be prophetic.

In the end the decision was taken out of Van Dam's hands, with Ricochet winning a triple threat match involving himself, Kota Ibushi and Kushida to earn the title shot. After the match, RVD would finally confront Ricochet telling him he was a big fan and asking if Ricochet thought he could take on RVD in his best match - the ladder match. Ricochet gladly accepted and the two men shook hands - before Van Dam would knock down Ricochet with a kick, followed by a Rolling Thunder.

Two of the most acrobatic wrestlers in history will collide in a match that promises to be jaw-dropping. This is not to be missed.

The match: Both men got nose to nose before the bell and both slowly gazed upwards at the Junior Heavyweight Championship hanging above. The two men began talking trash as duelling chants began: "Ri-co-chet", "R-V-D", "Ri-co-chet", "RVD".

A flurry of punches opened the exchange with RVD trying for a rolling thunder early only for Ricochet to avoid it, and Ricochet then attempting the same move on Van Dam but RVD avoided it. After each avoiding one another's moves the two faced off as the fans popped.

As the match wore on, Van Dam took control and landed his spin kick off the ring apron on to Ricochet who was prone on the barricade. Van Dam would go on to land some german suplexes before going to get the ladder.

Ricochet however would dropkick the ladder into RVD and what followed were a series of spots involving the ladder that included Ricochet hitting his 630 finisher on to RVD who had the ladder strewn across him - a move that also hurt Ricochet; RVD hitting a split-legged moonsault on Ricochet off the ladder and on to a placed chair.; Ricochet hitting a shooting star off of the ladder on Van Dam; and RVD hitting a five star frog splash on Ricochet off the ladder.

The fans were chanting "holy sh*t" on several occasions as the commentators remarked neither man would ever be the same again.

The finish of the match saw Ricochet nail RVD in the back with a chair, toss it outside, and connect with a running cutter that sent RVD tumbling to the floor. Ricochet then gingerly climbed up the ladder and reached out to take the title...

...until RVD, chair in hand, collided with Ricochet's back with a devastating Van Terminator off the ropes that sent Ricochet crashing to the mat. Van Dam then reached up to retain the title.

Winner and still MNG Junior Heavyweight Champion: Rob Van Dam

The commentators explained that the chair Ricochet had tossed outside had been gathered up by Van Dam, and RVD's proficiency with the chair and his "educated feet" had saved his title reign at the last moment.

Van Dam celebrated up the aisle, grinning from ear to ear knowing he'd just had a lucky escape, while Ricochet looked on wondering what might have been.

Why I went with this feud: I think RVD in his prime circa 2001 would have been an excellent opponent for Ricochet. And the ladder match aspect would really take it up a notch and allow Ricochet showcase more of an extreme side.

Why I booked it this way: Ibushi is the number one contender for the title and the plan would be for him to be the one to end RVD's long reign. I think for RVD to lose it here and then Ricochet to lose it to Ibushi would be a title switch too many. So RVD retains here and extends his long reign, which will make Ibushi's eventual win a bigger deal.

I also feel this is a situation where Ricochet can gain a lot in spite of the loss. The commentators would emphasize that RVD won by the skin of his teeth and put over Ricochet in a big way. Also an extreme match like this is more RVD's forte given his ECW history so I didn't want Van Dam to lose a match like this.

The Battle For House Hardy
"The Final War"
Broken Matt Hardy vs Scott Steiner

Back story: "I have a premoneeeeeeetion that speaks of a great evil heading my way..." were the ominous words of Broken Matt Hardy on the first episode of the new season. Nevertheless Broken Matt continued to perform for the fans, becoming one of the most iconic faces of the company.

This great evil, however, would strike weeks before the PPV when two masked men would emerge from the crowd, brutalising Matt and handcuffing him to the ropes. They would reveal themselves as Rick Steiner and Buff Bagwell and they would point to the titantron where a figure could be seen emerging from the Lake of Reincarnation: Scott Steiner.

Steiner, now in the prime physical condition of his youth but with his late 90s craziness intact, spoke of his disgust that the company had given so much time and exposure to "vanilla midget punk bitches" and "goofy sonsabitches like you". Steiner declared himself the new master of House Hardy, renaming it the Big Bad Booty Mansion.

As Broken Matt looked on, Steiner would bring Stacy Keibler into view, carrying Matt's sons King Maxel and Lord Wolfgang while Rebecca was shown tied up in the background. Steiner challenged Broken Matt to be a man and face him for control of the property or he would have to pick a fight with another of Matt's family. As Broken Matt signed the contract presented to him by Bagwell and Rick, the last words that could be heard in the message would be Rebecca screaming ‘Help us, Matt!’

Rick and Buff then beat up Matt some more before uncuffing him. Broken Matt now makes his way home to save his family and the Hardy household itself from the maniac that is Scott Steiner.

What they say...

Scott Steiner: "This guy calls himself 'Broken' Matt but this sumbitch ain't broken. When I'm through with him he's gonna be broken. He's gonna be known as 'Broken, beat-up, bitch-ass Matt Hardy". And this place will be MINE."

Broken Matt: "The great war is here. And it will be a war of annihilation."

Brace yourselves...

Who will prevail in this insane contest which the company is branding "The Final War"?

The Match

Scene I - Matt returns to House Hardy and is greeted by the barely conscious Scribe to the Hardy Household. As Matt helps him up he points to a sign on the gate and passes out. The sign reads 'Big Bad Booty Mansion' daubed in purple paint.

Underneath is a sign that reads:

- No fat chicks
- No Brother Neros
- No wellness testing
- No punkass vanilla midgets


Matt, if you're reading this, get your overrated ass to my mansion NOW. We're waiting.

~ S.S.


Matt, still hurting from his assault at the hands of Bagwell and Rick Steiner, makes his way home.

Scene II - The master bedroom. Stacy Keibler is gazing out of the window biting her nails. Beside her, there is an empty bed with ropes untied. Scott meanwhile is sitting on a big throne he is calling his Steiner Recliner. He is digging his hands into his throne and his face has turned red - more so than usual. Buff and Rick enter the room out of breath.

Buff: We've looked everywhere Scotty but we can't find her or the two kids.

Scott: Damn it Buff I gave you one job and that was make sure they stayed put.

Buff Bagwell: I don't know what happened Scotty. It's not my fault, I swear. If there's one thing I know how to do well it's tie up a lady.

Scott Steiner: Enough of your damn excuses. That dumb broad arranged some way to get 'em all out of here.

Stacy: I didn't Scott, I swear.

Scott: No I meant the other dumb broad - his wife.

Stacy: Oh.

Scott: I lost my damn leverage. It's like if I have 3 apples, and I meet a guy with no apples, and I lose 2 of my apples, I still have 1 more apple than the other guy with no apples. But if I lose all of my apples then we're both two hungry guys as bad as each other. The numbers don't lie. Do you see what I'm saying, Buff?

Buff: You want me to go get you apples?

Scott: Buff, I'm going to rip your damn head off and-

Rick: Wait look at this Scotty, by the desk. It's not just a TV - I think it's a security system for the compound. Let me see if I can spot 'em. Wait - there! They're heading toward the zoo - her and the two boys.

Scott: After them. All of you. GO.

As Buff, Rick and Stacy race off in pursuit of Reby, Maxel and Lord Wolfgang, Scott's eyes fall on the front pathway as Matt gingerly makes his way toward the door. Scott smiles.

Scene III - The front door. As Matt knocks three or four times the doors swing open. On the landing he is greeted by the sight of Scott Steiner.

Broken Matt: Daddy of Big Bad Booty...you knew I'd come!

Scott Steiner: So you made it. I didn't think you had the balls. I admire a man with balls, Matt. I look forward to ripping them off you.

Broken Matt: What have you done with my family?

Steiner: You need to worry about me. Remember our deal. Winner gets control of this place for good. I'm going to make you and this company pay for making me take a backseat to punkasses like you.

Broken Matt: Enough! You have threatened my family and the Hardy household. For that I sentence you to DELETION.

Matt charges up the stairs but Steiner slides down the bannister, dismounts, and hits a clothesline that floors Matt. It seems the Lake of Reincarnation which Steiner was seen swimming in last week has given him back his early 90s agility.

Steiner: (looking out the door): Where's the ref?

A referee runs in and Scott makes the first cover...1...2...Matt gets a shoulder up.

Steiner: You want to make a fight of this, Matt? That's fine by me. Follow me to the south side of the compound.

Scene IV - Rebecca, Maxel and Lord Wolfgang are at the Hardy Zoo. Having been hiding with the animals they are discovered by Rick Steiner, Stacy and Buff.

Stacy: Well, well, well. Trust the bitch to wind up in the zoo.

Rebecca: I'm going to make you pay, Stacy. To go from dating Clooney to Steiner...no wonder you went off the deep end.

Buff: Hey Reby, I was wondering: how did you get out of those ropes? I never had a woman break out of them before!

Rick: Nevermind that. Grab them!

Suddenly a shovel clatters into Rick's back and fells him, as Buff turns in surprise he is clocked in the head.

Senor Benjamin: I can't allow that, Senors.

Stacy: What, who the hell are you?

Reby: Senor Benjamin, tie up Buff and Rick and take them away from here. I want them buried worse than Matt was in that Bray Wyatt feud.

Senor Benjamin nods and turns to Stacy.

Senor Benjamin: Lo siento, senorita. I will pray for you.

Reby advances on Stacy who screams.

Scene V - At the south side of the compound, Steiner has set up a ring. As Broken Matt slowly approaches, he sees Steiner waiting in the ring alongside the referee.

Steiner: Let's go, Matt. I know I'm the better wrestler and soon your punk ass will find that out too.

The two men brawl in the ring. Broken Matt gets the better of the early exchanges with rights and lefts that take Steiner down. He lands a Side Effect and goes up to the second rope to hit his diving leg drop - but Steiner avoids it.

Steiner then takes control with a series of suplexes: belly-to-back, exploder and gut-wrenches. Steiner smiles as he senses the end is near.

Steiner: As you like to say Matt, it's OVAH!

Steiner hoists Broken Matt up and delivers his Steiner Screwdriver for the

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2...

but Matt gets a shoulder up. Steiner gets frustrated and goes outside under the ring. He emerges with a kendo stick and prepares to hit Matt. As Matt gets to his feet, Steiner swings - but Matt ducks and Steiner hits the stick against the ropes which rebounds into his face.

Matt then hits the Twist of Fate for the

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2...

no! Steiner kicks out. Broken Matt now is in a state of shock. He positions the kendo stick on the neck area of Scott and goes up to the top rope this time - he prepares to go for the leg drop one more time.

But Steiner recovers and leaps to the top rope and hits a top rope Frankensteiner. But unfortunately for Steiner, Matt has been hit so well that he bounces over the other side of the ring to the floor below.

Steiner: Son of a b*tch!

Steiner climbs down ringside and walks around to where Matt fell - but Matt is gone.

Scene VI - Reby gazes down at the unconscious Stacy who is laid out in a big pile of poop from the giraffe General Washington.

Reby: She always thought she was the sh*t. Now she is.

Reby steps out into the air as the sun begins to set when she hears a cry of pain not far away; it is Senor Benjamin. When she races to the scene she finds Buff still tied up - but no sign of Rick anywhere.

Reby: Senor Benjamin! Where is Rick what happened?

Senor Benjamin: He took my taser. He gone. Towards cabin.

Reby: That's where I left the kids!

Buff (coming to): Hey, Rick escaped?! Why didn't he free me?

Reby knocks Buff out again with the shovel and moves towards the nearby cabin.

Scene VII - It is nightfall now. Back at ringside, Scott searches for Broken Matt who has vanished. He lifts up the apron and looks inside. He goes to the second side of the ring and does the same. And then looks under the third side. Steiner then hears a violin begin to play behind him. He approaches the final side of the ring to see..

Broken Matt: (holding fireworks): DELETE!

Matt unleashes more fireworks than you'd hear Halloween night in Dublin's northside as Steiner ducks for cover. As the smoke clears, Matt approaches - and finds Steiner has found some rockets of his own.

Broken Matt turns and runs towards the lake with Steiner shooting rockets after him. Much to Matt's relief there is a dilapidated boat nearby to come to his rescue aka "Skarsgard". Matt takes shelter as Steiner continues firing off rockets.

Scene VIII - Rick enters the mysterious, dark cabin in search of the kids, Maxel and Lord Wolfgang.

Rick Steiner: I know you're in here. I ain't gonna hurt you. Come out, come out wherever you-

A voice: Heeeheeeheeheee. Ahahahahaha.

Rick: What? Who the hell is that?

A voice: Aww don't tell me you don't remember me, you big idiot? I thought that moment we had back in WCW was special.

A light then shines on a silhouette of a small frame in the corner of the room.

Rick: Wait, no...it can't be...Chucky?!

A voice: Give the big bozo a cookie.

As Rick moves towards the silhouette a net falls from above. As Rick struggles to free himself from the net, a cover falls from the silhouette and we see it's actually Maxel, with Lord Wolfgang sat beside him.

Rick: Maxel? But you can't talk!

From behind, the whirring sound of a drone can be heard.

Vanguard 1: Ceasing voice mimickry protocol ~ Chucky.

~ Now commencing ass-whoop protocol.

Vanguard 1 then drops a hammer from below on Rick's head who goes out cold.

Vanguard 1: Boo ya.

Scene IX - We return to the Lake of Reincarnation where Scott Steiner has toppled Skarsgard off of Matt and begins dunking Matt under the waters of the Lake.

After some moments, Scott realises Matt is no longer in his grasp.

Steiner: Rest in Pieces you punk ass b*tch.

Steiner turns to leave when Matt bursts forth from the water.

Matt (doing the V1 hand signal): Hey Steiner, Matt Hardy...version one...is here to owe you a beatdown. Did you think I'd forgotten your WWE debut in 2002 when you assaulted me? Now you can deal with some of this Mattitude!

Matt, reinvigorated by the Lake of Reincarnation, begins hammering Steiner back towards the woodland. He takes Steiner down, and notices a nearby tree. Matt removes his shirt and goes up top.

Matt: Time for some old school Hardy Boyz!

Matt from ten feet above attempts a huge moonsault but Scott rolls out of the way and Matt crashes and burns.

Steiner: You dumbass vanilla midget. Time to end this.

Matt coughs and splutters as Steiner picks up a nearby piece of bark and prepares to strike.

Matt: I was a fool to revert to my spot monkey ways. Forgive me, seven deities. I implore you. Return my broken brilliance! Hear me now, deities!

A bolt of lightning hits the bark and sends it out of Steiner's hand.

Scott Steiner: The hell?

As Steiner turns, he sees Matt, now restored to his broken brilliance. Broken Matt then gets a flashback.

Flashback Steiner quote from earlier: "I didn't think you had the balls. I admire a man with balls, Matt."

Broken Matt: Yaaaaasssssss. The seven deities have shown me the way. The Lake of Reincarnation is the key.

Steiner: What?

Broken Matt: The Lake of Reincarnation restored you to your physical prowess, ridding you of your bloated roid-head self. But it also gave you back something else which your years of roids had taken from you - your balls!

Matt then blasts Steiner with a low blow as Steiner screams in anguish. Matt then connects with a Twist of Fate on to the fallen tree bark and makes the cover...

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3.

Winner and still head of House Hardy: Broken Matt.

Scene X - The aftermath of battle. As Broken Matt staggers back towards House Hardy he is reunited with Queen Rebecca.

Broken Matt: My queen, are you okay? King Maxel? Lord Wolfgang?

Rebecca: They're wonderful. Senor Benjamin and Vanguard 1 helped us.

Broken Matt: Ah, delightful! I asked Vanguard 1 to enter the premises and untie the ropes. And I knew Senor Benjamin, my trusted soldier, could be counted upon.

Rebecca: What about Steiner?

Broken Matt (looking back towards the lake): DELETED!

The camera pans out towards the lake as we fade out.

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The final scene shows morning time as the entire Broken family are assembled outside the Hardy House. Senor Benjamin is in the driver's seat of his pick-up truck as Broken Matt loads the tied-up Rick, Buff and Stacy into the back.

Broken Matt: Senor Benjamin, are you ready for your journey?

Senor Benjamin: Yes, Mr. Hardy.

Rick: Where are you taking us?

Vanguard 1 produces a hologram showing the words "BWA" and "WECWF".

Rick: No, not there! Anywhere but there!

Broken Matt: Yaaassssssssss. Now you will truly fade away and classify yourselves as OBSOLETE.

Stacy: What happened to Scott?

Rebecca: Vanguard 1 scanned the compound. I'm afraid he's like you and Clooney: history.

Buff: So Stacy I guess that means you're available?

As Stacy looks about to throw up, Broken Matt taps the truck and Senor Benjamin takes the villains away.

Broken Matt: Now let us celebrate. Tonight we shall mark our victory in The Final War in in the customary tradition: with a big plate of Green Beans!

The family head indoors as the camera pans one last time towards the lake and its still waters.

Why I went with this feud: I needed someone to be a good counter to Broken Matt's craziness and eccentricities and who better than Scott Steiner who is like that in his own unique, menacing way.

Why I booked it this way: Writing this was unlike any match I've ever written for in the Draft before. It took me longer to write this than anything I've ever done. I tried to capture the whackiness and humour of The Final Deletion, Delete or Decay etc. I decided to break it up into scenes to make it more readable and to give a sense of the different cuts that would take place during the action.

As this match is Matt's specialty, I felt he had to win and it allowed me to introduce Senor Benjamin and Vanguard 1. I think the manner of the loss doesn't hurt Steiner and I'd keep him off TV in the aftermath before he'd return for revenge.

Main Event
Vacant World Heavyweight Championship
No Disqualification
Chris Jericho vs Kenny Omega II

Back story: The debut of Chris Jericho in Monday Night Grappling turned out to be a bittersweet experience. While the fans took him into their hearts immediately, Jericho spoke openly about the pain of his loss to Kenny Omega in Japan – his most high-profile defeat in recent memory.

Jericho pledged to put the loss behind him – but fate had other ideas. In a Battle Royal to determine the company's new World Champion, Jericho would eliminate Bruiser Brody to seemingly win the title – only to discover there was one entrant left: Kenny Omega. The man who had defeated Jericho was now signed to the company.

As Omega darted to the ring, the two men locked up and immediately sent one another tumbling over the ropes. As everyone wondered what the result would now be, the official decision was a draw – meaning the title would remain vacant until Grapplemania. Both men were now considered the top contenders and would face off to crown the new champion.

Iniitally, Jericho was reluctant. Omega would spend weeks taunting him, claiming that there was no Alpha Club now; instead Kenny claimed following his win in New Japan he was "The Alpha and the Omega". In response to the taunts, and the doubts he himself had, Jericho would reveal he had gone on a personal pilgrimage to the Hardy Household, and had tasted from the so-called Lake of Reincarnation. ‘I’ve been drinking it in…maaaaaaaaaan.’

What that means is this match now won’t involve the grizzled Jericho of New Japan, nor the suit-wearing Jericho of a decade ago. No, this will be old-school Jericho, "the Ayatollah of Rock n’ Rollah" back to get revenge in a match being billed as the biggest rematch in the business.

What they say…

Kenny Omega: "Jericho can talk all he wants about being ‘back’ and his reincarnation but there will be no Phoenix arising from the flames. The Alpha Club is dead. I killed it. I am now The Alpha and the Omega. And at Grapplemania, I will become a World Champion."

Chris Jericho: "Kenny Omega will you please….SHUT...THE HELL...UP. This time you’re going face to face with the Millenium Man. The King of the World. This time you’re taking on a man who knows what it takes to be an Undisputed Champion. This time you’re in over your head, junior. And you will never…eeeevvvvvverrrrr...be the same…again."

It's moments away...

The biggest rematch in the business comes to you live on PPV. The five star classic rematch the world has been waiting for. It will be a modern icon vs a vintage great. "The Alpha and the Omega" vs Y2J. Who will take home the title?

The match:

Omega came out first and we had a video package showing pictures of him as a kid all the way through to his last few years in the business, with him explaining how this is the biggest match of his career. He came out to a new theme that proclaimed him to be 'Alpha and Omega'. He got a big ovation.

Jericho was out next and before his entrance we saw a montage of all his big career moments: his debut on Raw, defeating Rock and Austin on the same night to become Undisputed Champion, and his recent loss to Omega in Japan that has been gnawing away at him all this time. He came out to his theme and titantron from 1999 and got an equally huge ovation.

After the ring announcer did the introductions and the referee held aloft the vacant World Heavyweight Title, the two men got face to face.

Commentator #1: Check out the flash bulbs. This is a Grapplemania moment, ladies and gentlemen! Two icons of our sport will collide one more time in a rematch the world has been waiting for.

Commentator #2: The fans are chanting ‘this is awesome’ and they haven’t even done anything yet. I can't wait for this one!

The bell rang and Jericho immediately went after Omega, hammering him with rights and lefts and chops that sent Omega down. Jericho then did his cocky foot-on-the-chest pin as Omega kicked out at one and went outside to catch a breather. "Come on, baby!" yelled Jericho as he motioned Kenny to kiss his ass. Omega darted back in the ring and Jericho sidestepped him, sending him over the ropes on the opposite side. Omega was getting visibly frustrated and began throwing chairs.

Commentator #1: This is not the way Omega envisioned this match would go early on, and boy he is irate!

Commentator #2: Omega's never faced this version of Jericho before. The brash, cocky Y2J. And he's been taken out of his comfort zone thus far.

Omega returned to the ring - after making his opponent wait - and eventually Omega countered the momentum of the match, via a rake of the eyes and some dragon and german suplexes that had Jericho reeling. Omega began working over Jericho's shoulder, and as we neared the 20 minute mark he signalled for the end. He hoisted Jericho up for what the announcers speculated was for the One Winged Angel but Jericho slipped out, grabbed him and both men went tumbling over the ropes - a nod to the finish of the battle royal between the two for the title a few weeks back. The fans began duelling chants at this point.

Fans: 'Let's go Kenny', Y-2-J'. 'Let's go Kenny'. 'Y-2-J'.

Omega was first to his feet and began taking off the monitors from the Spanish announce table as the commentators reminded us this was No Disqualification. He clocked Jericho with the monitor and placed him on the table - then he began climbing the turnbuckle as the fans got to their feet.

Commentator #1: Don't do this, Omega!

Omega then climbs down off the turnbuckle as fans groan. The commentators note that the fans don't like it but that common sense has prevailed - but not quite - Omega stomps his feet to the Terminator theme and decides instead to do his Rise of the Terminator running suicide dive over the ropes and on to Jericho on the table outside. The table breaks as the fans go wild.

Fans: Holy sh*t, holy sh*t.

Omega after some time is able to roll Jericho's motionless body into the ring and he pins Jericho...1...2...but Jericho gets a shoulder up.

The final moments of the match see Omega place the chair and position Jericho for a One Winged Angel on to it. The commentators note this won Omega the original match in Japan. He hoists Jericho up but Jericho escapes and hits a bulldog to Omega on the chair. He then hits his Lionsault for the

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No! Omega kicks out. Jericho then picks up the chair and rears back but Omega counters with a V-Trigger knee-strike that staggers Jericho. Omega then hoists Jericho up for his Croyt's Wrath - an Electric Chair Drop into a German Suplex.

Commentator #1: Jericho landed right on the shoulder that Omega's been targeting all match.

With that Omega makes the pin on Jericho for the

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Jericho kicks out! Omega tears at his hair as Y2J somehow stays in the contest. Everyone in the arena is now standing.

Fans: 'Let's go Kenny' 'Y-2-J' 'Let's go Kenny' 'Y-2-J'!

Omega signals that this is the end and goes to pick up Jericho but Y2J fights out and locks in...could it be...

Commentator #2: It's the Walls of Jericho! He's got it locked in!

Omega screams in agony as Jericho has the move in tight. "Ask him!" shouts Jericho. Omega reaches out with his hands but Jericho drags Omega away from the ropes and into the centre of the ring.

With nowhere to go, Omega reaches out with his hand and has to tap...

...or does he? He bites on his hand as he desperately seeks to avoid submitting. He is able to crawl some more and using all his strength he sits up, turns, and is able to kick off Jericho. As Y2J charges, Omega hits another V-Trigger to Jericho's hurt shoulder that sees Jericho cry out in pain. Omega then hoists Jericho up and is able to land the One Winged Angel - on the chair.

An exhausted Omega crawls over and gets his shoulder over Jericho for the

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Thr - no! Jericho gets a foot on the ropes!

Fans are jumping up and down now, some punching the air, some with their head in their hands. A "this is awesome" chant breaks out.

Omega shakes his head in disbelief. But then he composes himself. He picks up Jericho and makes the gesture of a gun with his thumb and index finger. He says to the camera, "This one's for you, Ferg." He is going for the Bloody Sunday that Prince Devitt made famous.

Commentator #1: We've seen this in the past - Omega paying homage to previous leaders of the Bullet Club.

Omega goes to hoist Jericho up but Jericho reverses out of it and lands another bulldog. He goes for another Lionsault but Omega this time is able to get the knees up as Jericho collapses to one knee.

Omega then heads outside the ropes. He points to his elbow and looks to the camera. "This one's for you, AJ."

Commentator #2: Looks like Omega is signalling for AJ Style's Phenomenal Forearm.

Omega launches himself off the ropes with his elbow poised to strike but Jericho catches him in mid-air with a Codebreaker! Jericho then makes the cover...

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3. It's over! Jericho has done it!

Winner and new Undisputed MNG World Heavyweight Champion: Chris Jericho

Jericho sinks to his knees, tears in his eyes, as the referee hands him the World Championship. Confetti falls and fireworks go off; Omega too is on his knees and in tears. Jericho then celebrates on the turnbuckle as the fans cheer.

Behind him Omega rises and approaches. As Jericho climbs down and turns he sees Omega and stops. Jericho's music comes to a halt as the two men stare each other down while the fans look on.

Omega stares at the World Title for a few moments, then he holds up his right index finger and then his left index finger. "That's one each," he can be seen mouthing. He then extends his hand. Jericho smiles and nods. "One each," says Jericho. They shake hands.

Omega leaves the ring and lets Jericho have the moment as Jericho's theme restarts and the fans cheer some more. The announcers note that tonight was Jericho's night - but the story of these men seems far from over.

Why I went with this match: I think most people figured out this was my plan early on. These guys had a great match last time that is fresh in people's minds, and with the Draft allowing us to take guys in their prime, a prime Chris Jericho vs a prime Kenny Omega is an even more special prospect.

Why I booked it this way: The story of the feud was Jericho being shaken by his previous loss to Omega in Japan, so I felt it was necessary here for Jericho to win this one and even up the score; this also paves the way for the big trilogy bout between the pair. The plan from here would be for Omega to take the title in the third match and cement the triology in style.

That concludes my submissions this year. Thanks to those who took the time to read and to beakerjoe for overseeing the game.

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ICE Wrestling Fallout Podcast with Corey Graves



Hi folks, welcome to the ICE Wrestling Fallout Podcast, with me Corey Graves and my special guest, ICE Wrestling Staffer and Squared Online's Don Murphy.

Corey Graves: Today we are discussing the fallout from ICE Wrestling’s 2nd PPV of the year, Road to ICE and Fire. The big stories going into the PPV were about two wrestling returns, The Rock and Trish Stratus.

Initially Rocky was involved in ICE Wrestling as an investor; he brought in Trish, Mike Tyson and Mick Foley. After the injuries to Mick Foley at the previous PPV, Dwayne “Rocked” up to ICE Wrestling TV with Alberto Del Rio firmly in his sights. Rock ended up challenging Alberto Del Rio to put his title on the line one more time but this time against the Rock himself. Del Rio laughed off the idea initially but Rock goaded him into a match and (majority) owner DM signed off on the bout.

Don Murphy: Interestingly, Alberto has also put his place in the main event of the Ice & Fire PPV on the line. Normally the Road to event is about getting people ready for the show rather than title shots. If Del Rio lost he also lost out on the main event at Ice and Fire.


Alberto Del Rio (Champion) v The Rock - ICE Wrestling World Heavyweight Championship


Corey Graves: So the big fallout here is the news that, not only did Rock return but he is now the ICE Wrestling World Heavyweight Champion.

Don Murphy: Yeah and The Rock looked great upon his return, as did Del Rio who is always in great shape, the crowd loved this occasion.

Corey Graves: The end of the came when we got a typical ref bump, Del Rio grabbed the ref while Rock went for a Rock bottom,

Don Murphy: ICE Wrestling need to look at these ref bumps !

Corey Graves: Come on Don, it's typical wrestling, anyway this ref bump led to the return of the one and only Mick Foley.

Del Rio was obviously distracted, allowing Rock a chance to hit a spine-buster and People’s elbow. Mick, as GM then counted the 1-2-3. If that was not controversial with a hint of a fast count.

Don Murphy: I didn’t see any fast count!

Corey Graves: Me neither Don, but Del Rio thinks it happened and he challenged Foley to another, as he put it, fight via twitter

Don Murphy: How very 2018!

Corey Graves: Indeed, challenged Foley to one more match at ICE & Fire PPV, in a street fight.

Don Murphy: Foley will love that.

Corey Graves: After the match, the Rock himself did not get much chance to enjoy his victory as Naito appeared on the big screen and reminded everyone that Naito is the challenger for the ICE and Fire PPV.

What did you make of this bout Murphy?

Don Murphy: Yeah Corey it was a great moment for ICE Wrestling, in 2018 to have the Rock on any wrestling show is genuinely amazing. The clip of him winning the title on you tube is already over the 10 million mark. Some people are not so happy about ICE Wrestling seeing part timers arrive but as a storyline, it makes sense for Rock to be back and its great publicity for the promotion. We can also look forward to two big bouts, Rock v Naito and Foley v Del Rio.

Corey Graves: Now for a quick work from the ICE Wrestling Network


ICE Wrestling Network Commercial


Corey Graves: So welcome back to the ICE Wrestling Fallout Podcast and the next bout to discuss saw Natalya take on the Women’s Champion Charlotte Flair for Flair's World title.

Don Murphy: This was a huge bout for both competitors; the champion put her title and chance to be in a title match at ICE and Fire on the line while Natalya, if she lost, would not receive another title shot in ICE Wrestling.

Corey Graves: Just for anyone who missed it, Natalya arrived here in ICE Wrestling fired up for one more title run, the owner said he signed her as mentor for people like Toni Storm and if she proved her worth after not getting drafted at all last year then maybe she could get into the title mix. Natalya jumped in feet first and challenged Charlotte who accepted the bout. Natalya convinced ICE wrestling owner DM Seven to make the match by accepting a special condition (lose and lose the right to challenge for the gold ever again).


Charlotte (Champion) v Natalya - ICE Wrestling Women's Championship


Don Murphy: The crowd were really into the match; it brought back memories of their NXT bout from a few years back.

Corey Graves: With the headlines of Trish v Charlotte all over the place, we may as well jump to the finish. Charlotte retained her title but this time, with everything on the line, the challenger was not going to submit and despite locking in the figure 8, three separate times Charlotte had to effectively knock out Natalya by hitting the Natural Selection and getting a pin.

Don Murphy: This bout was great for ICE Wrestling as it showed how important the women’s title is to this promotion. Charlotte is a great leader by accepting, rather than running from challenges while Natalya refused to give up until it was physically impossible for her to do anything about it.


Trish Stratus v Toni Storm - No 1 Contender


Corey Graves: So after that we got Toni Storm v the returning Trish Stratus. Trish was special guest referee between Toni and Charlotte a few weeks back, after this Trish asked Toni for a match as she wanted to prove to herself she could still go in the ring.

Don Murphy: DM Seven made this bout a no 1 contenders bout.

Corey Graves: As we already said, Trish would win her return to the ring.

Don Murphy: This was an impressive return for Trish, she was able to keep up with Toni early on and even though Toni took control, and came close to winning with a couple of near falls

Corey Graves: Trish showed some resilience to survive and took advantage when Toni's knee gave out during a suplex attempt.

Don Murphy: A chick kick later and we had Charlotte Fair v Trish Stratus at ICE and Fire all set up'


Survivor Series Style Tag Team Match


Corey Graves: Great stuff Don, we better cover what happened earlier i the show.

We had a Survivor Series Style Tag match of heels v faces . On one side we were supposed to have Naito, Rush and Lethal (LIWW), Neville and Wolfgang v Jeff Cobb, Fenix, Jay White, Dalton Castle and Pentagon Dark.

Don Murphy: Pentagon Dark though never turned up for his match, that should be a surprise but the way he is acting these days, distracted to say the least, he never turned up. Owner DM Seven had a solution though and brought in the legendary Tajiri to the good guy Team.

Corey Graves: I enjoyed commentating on this bout and it was not surprise to see Naito and Neville be the last two standing on the heel team but I was shocked to find they were outnumbered 2 to 5. Two Thirds of LIWW did not leave peacefully though, distracting Fenix long enough for Naito to pin him.

Don Murphy: After that, Jay White and Castle ended up miscommunicating with say White eliminated by Neville before Naito eliminated Castle. In the end, it became 2 on 1 when Neville eliminated Tajiri.

The odds of facing Naito and Neville were even too much for the IC Champ and the two heels stood tall at the end of the bout.



Corey Graves: That is the end of the review and we have three major headlines, three major matches now has three huge bouts set up for ICE and Fire.

Don Murphy: Yes the bouts all feature legends and are easy to “Get” even for casual fans:

The Rock (World Champion) v Naito

Charlotte Flair (World Champion) v Trish Stratus

Alberto Del Rio v Mick Foley (Street Fight)



Corey Graves: As Murphy touched on, the three bouts now advertised will grab headlines. ICE Wrestling has some of the best talent in the world today. So, we will be back before ICE and Fire to talk about how the rest of the ICE and Fire PPV comes together over the next few weeks.

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Destiny Day

Eric Young retains title in a Ladder match vs Mojo, No Way Jose and Kenny

The Club defeat Cryme Tyme.

Ronda submits Nia Jax

The Club leave as Tag Champs after being inserted into the TLC Tag Team Title Match vs Dudleys and Sanity

Orton defeats DDP via RKO after Daithi distraction

Balor defeats AJ Styles

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Corey Graves ICE and FIRE PPV Preshow Podcast special



Corey Graves: Hi Folks, welcome to today’s ICE Wrestling preview with me Corey Graves and ICE Wrestling staffer Don Murphy.

Don Murphy: Hey Folks

Corey Graves: As promised at our Road to ICE and Fire review we are back to get you ready with all the key info about this huge event. We knew at the time about three huge matches but the focus of this review is to fill you in on the rest of the card and how the bouts came together;

Let’s have a quick run-down of the card:

1. The Rock (Champion) v Naito - ICE Wrestling World Heavyweight Championship

2. Charlotte Flair (Champion) v Trish Stratus - ICE Wrestling Women's Championship

3. Alberto Del Rio v Mick Foley _ Street Fight

4. Diamond Contract Match: Switchblade v Castle v TBC

5. Toni Storm v Carmella (W/Natalya)

6. Rush and Lethal v Fenix and Mike Tyson

7. Neville v Riddle

8. Jeff Cobb (Champion) v Pentagon Dark - IC Title

Neville v Riddle

Don Murphy: This match goes back to the Semi Final of the No 1 contender’s tournament for ICE and Fire. Riddle defeated Neville in the Semi Final but Neville got involved in the final and used a steel chair to hurt Riddle’s Ankle. Riddle could not make it back into the ring for the Road to event but he was promised this bout by ICE wrestling owner DM Seven.

Corey Graves: So early in the Road to ICE and Fire PPV show was my chance to Interview King Neville.

Before I could even start the interview, Neville cut me off an introduced a video package he had produced to remind everyone how he severely damaged Riddle’s ankle during the no 1 contenders match.

Then I asked Neville if he put Riddle on the shelf, as he was bitter and jealous that Riddle defeated him in the Semi Finals of the tournament.

Don Murphy: Neville didn’t like that line of questioning did he?

Corey Graves: No way Don, He refused to entertain any questions about it or the notion that he was bitter about the result. Neville took great joy in what he had done to Riddle.

Neville would explain that wrestling is about making a lasting impact and finding a way to be remembered. Riddle is only a flash in the pan who would easily be forgotten and probably intended to go back to MMA anyway.

Don Murphy: Yeah he really didn’t see any problem with his actions and even thinks he did Riddle a favour?

Corey Graves: Well Neville thinks that later in life, when he is a multi-time world champion and hall of famer, The King of wrestling, that thanks to Neville, Riddle will also be remembered. He will always be remembered as the guy who had his ankle smashed and career forever altered by King Neville.

Don Murphy: Despite your own efforts Corey, the best part of this interview was the interruption by Riddle.

Corey Graves: Yeah, eventually a still hurting Riddle would reappear in ICE wrestling while Neville as running his mouth. Neville ran his body out of the ring. Riddle had a proclamation of his own this time, he would return to wrestling, he will win the world heavyweight championship but first he was going to dethrone a self-proclaimed King at ICE and Fire.



Pentagon Dark v Jeff Cobb

Corey Graves: A few weeks ago, at the event Jeff Cobb won the Ice Wrestling Intercontinental Title, we saw Pentagon Dark distracted by thoughts in his mind and in particular fans dressed as Cobb’s alter ego Matanza Cueto. After the match, Pentagon spoke to his brother of needing to vanquish his demons and a clash of these two became inevitable.

Cobb, unlike Pentagon spoke of his delight to be a champion already in ICE Wrestling and his happiness to leave behind the cartoonish characters of the past, that he wanted to show the world who Jeff Cobb is. He is a fighting champion and will defend the title against all comers, ICE Wrestling, New Japan, it is all the one to him.

When Cobb was later confronted by Pentagon, who refused to call him anything other than Matanza (Cueto), it did not go down well with Jeff. After a successful defence of his title v Tajiri, Pentagon Dark would threaten the safety of the man he called Matanza’s brother, Cobb quickly decided he was not going to be able to reason with Pentagon Dark and said he would give him the match he wants and help him get over whatever madness has taken him over.

Don Murphy: This is an interesting pairing. Cobb he wants the world to see him for the performer he is, not as some comic book like character from the past. He wants fans to see the Intercontinental Championship as the cornerstone of the men’s division, that Cobb is Mr Athletic for a reason. Pentagon’s obsession is stopping him focusing on the Athleticism and competition and dragging him back into something from a Marvel or DC universe movie.

Corey Graves: While Pentagon Dark is all in on his own persona and sees others as his nemesis to be removed form existence.

Don Murphy: Meanwhile the fans are split by the feud, some more traditional fans are all in on the man all about the title, about competition while others shout for the man who looks and acts like the bad guy from a blockbuster movie.



Diamond Contract Match: Switchblade v Castle v TBC

Corey Graves: This bout is about the future and opportunity. An important stipulation bout in history of the federation. The winner of this bout earns the Diamond Contract, the holder of this contract can challenge the ICE Wrestling World Champion at any event before the end of the next years ICE and Fire PPV.

The announced competitors were selected by the owner DM Seven as he sees them as important people in the future of Wrestling.

The TBC means a yet to be confirmed talent will be added to the match at the ICE and Fire PPV as a surprise for fans and reward to a Superstar for their sacrifices to ICE wrestling.

Don Murphy: Switchblade coming over from New Japan and getting this chance is interesting; it shows ICE Wrestling are confident that agreement is working for both sides. Castle has not got going yet in ICE Wrestling so this chance is huge for him. They both lost out to Cobb for the IC title, it sure would be interesting to see Cobb added to this bout.

Corey Graves: yeah the “to be confirmed” part is interesting and adds more intrigue to the bout.



Toni Storm v Carmella (W/Natalya)


Don Murphy: Toni made a splash in ICE Wrestling by challenging the Champion, while she came up short in her quest she earned the respect of the a legendary performer Trish Stratus, the fans and backed up Mick Foley’s belief in her.

Corey Graves: Carmella debuted in ICE wrestling the night after ICE and Fire by cracking Toni over the head with her WWE Ms MITB briefcase during a bout with Natalya.

We soon found out that Carmella reached out to Natalya after she lost to Charlotte, losing her chance to be a champion in ICE Wrestling and asked her to be a her mentor, Carmella wants to eliminate Toni as competition for the title.



Rush and Lethal v Fenix and Mike Tyson

Don Murphy: Pentagon Dark and Fenix would challenge Lethal and Rush after LIWW interference in their no 1 contender tournament bouts.. That match got off to a bizarre start when during the entrances; Jay Lethal was in full cosplay mode as Pentagon Machismo. Los Ingobernables won out after a mistake from Fenix.

Corey Graves: While all was well in camp LIWW (Los Ignorables World Wide) the brothers of Fenix and Pantagon Dark went their separate ways. Pentagon Black wanted to challenge an old foe in Jeff Cobb. Fenix though was determined to continue to go after LIWW.

Don Murphy: Fenix tackled both Rush and Lethal in different matches. Lethal inevitably became Fenix Machismo to mess further with Fenix before he eventually found an unlikely ally in the incomparable Mike Tyson.

Corey Graves: Tyson was brought to ICE Wrestling by the Rock to promote the shows. While Rock interviewed Tyson on the ring, LIWW interrupted and tried to recruit Tyson telling him how Rock like to play the baddest man in movies but Tyson is the baddest man on the planet and ingobernable.

While LIWW thought, their plan was working, Tyson helped Rock when LIWW tried to attack the Rosk and Jay Lethal was hit with a STRONG body hook by Tyson. Later they would have a go at Tyson telling him they are sorry, sorry that Like is now the Saddest Man on the plant. This time they tried to attack Tyson but Fenix helped run them off and an unlikely alliance was born.



Corey Graves: That is for today folks, if you missed part 1 of the preview it is time to go back and check it out. I will of course be on commentary while Don will be working media and live tweeting from the show.

See you all at ICE and Fire.

Bounty Hunter

Welcome to BWA Wrestlepalooza!

Live from "The Big House" Michigan Field
Attendance:120,000

D'Lo Brown vs Luca Brasi

Backstory, Dusty Rhodes night after KOTR reveals Luca Brasi as the mystery investor (perhaps on behalf of Don Corleone), D'Lo outs Brasi as a former wrestler Leonardo Passafaro and challenges him to a match, he says he is leaving money on the table with D'Lo, questions what the Don must think of such a waste of his money. only at the mention of Don Corleone does Brasi actually respond to Browns repeated call outs and agrees to a match at Wrestlepalooza in which if D'Lo wins he can become a free agent in control of his own contract but if he loses he will have to earn the wages in that contract working for Brasi who says he always does need a good shoe shine boy.

Match details:

D'Lo Brown starts this one hot and comes at Brasi a million miles an hour. The man wants to be freed from his contract, he wants to control his own destiny and he sure as hell is going to fight tooth and nail in order to make that a reality. He looks like he could do it too after sweeping Don Corleone's enforcers leg and then leaping up to the top rope and delivering a big leg drop. However instead of going for a pin he instead heads back up to the top rope and tries for his "Lo Down" Frog splash. Brasi however gets his knees up and this is where things turn in the mafioso's favor.

Luca Brasi started by stomping down on him, then choking the life out of him before tossing him into the corner and repeatidly smashing him again and again with gargantuan right and left hooks. Finally he hit a devastating looking piledriver on Brown in the center of the ring laying him out. The Godfathers man looks in complete control as he stands over brown flexing and kissing his muscles when out of nowhere D'Lo rolls him up in a school boy and just about gets a 3count!

Everyone is stunned, Luca Brasi more than most as D'Lo Brown rolls to the outside and although still stumbling around selling his injuries starts to celebrate like crazy, he has just won back his livelihood!

Winner:

D'Lo Brown

Why I booked this? D'Lo is not leaving the promotion but now he finally has a story, he is the one man in the BWA who controls his own fate. He could walk whenever he chooses but there will always be something keeping him in the promotion not least his opponent tonight who (despite looking really impressive and the loss being really sold as a shock stolen win) will not be satisfied with the result and will no doubt do everything within his power to even the score.

Naomi vs Tamina
BWA Womens title match

Backstory - Family Feud

Naomi celebrates, just like her Husband and the rest of her family she is a champion... Tamina, who pretends she is about to celebrate with Naomi before instead cracking her newly won title across her skull! speaking of family she says that Naomi only won the Title/match because of Tamina or due to Tamina not being in the triple threat. She also laughs at the idea that Naomi is like the rest of the family, Naomi from Florida, married into her family and only got into this industry because she could shake her booty. Tamina meanwhile was born into this business, She learned her craft at the wild samoan training center, her father is Hall of Fame legend, her cousin is none other than The Rock and hell she was the one who brought The Usos to the WWE main roster. She says that she is not only the most dominant women in their family but in the BWA as a whole and that if Naomi disagreed then she should face her at Wrestlepalooza to settle it!

The Usos try to talk Tamina out of her course of action backstage on Raw saying that the family is stronger together but Tamina is adamant and tells Jimmy to get his wife to agree to the match (when they can settle their issues) or she will break her. Later that night in the middle of the ring Naomi displays and then signs a BWA women's' title match contract to face Tamina but the moment she does Tamina rushes the ring and catches the champ with a big boot then not once, nor twice but 3 times drives Naomi's shoulder into the corner ring post before herself signing the contract. The match is on but the champ had to be helped out of the ring by medical personal, will she be 100% when she defends her championship at Wrestlepalooza?

match details:

This is the classic match up of power vs speed, strenght vs agility and The Uso vs Snuka sides of "The Family faction. At one point we cut backstage to where the rest of the faction is sat together watching the match and after a thunderous slap from Naomi to Tamina, Tamina's father Jimmy Snuka gets to his feet looking incensed as if he is about to take matters into his own hands and head to the ring but Jimmy (Naomi's Husband) blocks his path. Snuka looks like he is about to snap and murder Jimmy but Roman Reigns signals for them to let it go and Snuka abides by the big Dawgs ruling.

In ring this match and Tamina in particular surprise many and most point to one huge spot to illustrate this. It sees a Tamina big boot knock Namoi to the outside and then when the champ is lying prone trying to catch her breath Tamina shocks everyone by climbing to the top rope and successfully performing a superfly splash to the outside!

This actually gets a "Holy sh!t, Holy Sh!t" chant from the fans but despite Tamina hitting the move both women are hurt by it and it's actually the champion Naomi who somehow gets back to her feet first and rolls back into the ring. At this point that the ref begins a 10 count and it is clear just how much that move has taken out of the challenger as she really struggles to get back to her feet and only just about gets back into the ring just before being DQ. Unfortunately for her though, so desperate she is to get back into the ring that she walks straight into a Naomi superkick which she then follows up with a Split-legged moonsault for the 3 count and title retention.

Winner:

Naomi

Why book this ? - Simply put Naomi is the better wrestler of the two but the amount of backstory between the former Team BAD members, what with Tamina having managed the Usos before and both being extensions of the Islander "Family" stable as well as Tamina being Naomi's muscle when she won the title meant this match just made sense while also allowing the other (arguably better than Tamina) women on the roster. Thats why Naomi had to win but the way it went down Tamina still looks strong and gets a big moment that not many would usually associate with womens title matches. Naomi could now move forward to take on the likes of Manami Toyota or Aja Kong in future title bouts.

Backstage Segment

Once again we return to the dressing where Roman Reign's "Family" are assembled for the reaction to what has just gone down and we see Jimmy Uso once again approach Jimmy Snuka but this time he extends his hand stating "No hard feeling Uce, both gals brought their A game out their" Jimmy's response was not as cordial however "At least your woman didn't embarrass herself by using her as$ as a weapon tonight. She ain't a real Islander like my high flying little girl but if you want to see what a real Islander looks like then watch this!" He then pushes his way past Jimmy smacking his shoulder into him as he exits the lockeroom on his way out for his match. Jimmy (Uso) looks seriously peeved and turns to Roman asking "Is he going to get away with talking to me like that Uce?" Roman's response is simple as he states that Snuka better hope he isn't the one who embarrasses himself tonight.

"Superfly" Jimmy Snuka vs El Santo

Backstory - The heelish vs The Hero

"The man with no fear" sounds like what you would call a superhero (Daredevil) but it is scarily the moniker given to the man who attacked Mexican Icon El Santo and his opponent at KOTR in order to gain a tactical advantage in the final. But the man whose name means The Saint in English was willing to be the bigger man and turn the other cheek if Jimmy Snuka would advise his daughter against her heelish antics (after she shockingly turned on and attacked Naomi) but superfly was not about to take parenting advice from a man he later described as a "no good spick" and hit him with a thunderous kick to the nether regions before almost mimicing his daughter by repeatidly driving his foe into the nearby ringpost before hitting him with a Superfly Splash in the center of the ring. Then as he stood with one foot placed on top of El Santos chest he adds the ultimate insult by literally spitting on the Lucha Legend. The BWA's latino audience were not the only ones who believed he may have gone too far this time however

Unable to stop himself from sticking up for his fellow masked fan favorite none other than Batman found himself now embroiled in El Santo & Snuka's feud but no matter how they tried the two heros (and often Hackenscmidth) were too honorable while Snuka and his cohorts were willing to sink to a level that they wouldn't to get the upper hand. The most obvious example of this was when Snuka tried to rip El Santo's mask off his face and act of disrespect which directly lead to El Santo demanding this one on one match up. The following week Superfly somehow took things even further when he came through the ring as Batman was accepting Doink! and Banes challenge and attacked him from behind and then demasked the cape crusader revealing him to be none other than Bruce Wayne an act he said he would repeat at Wrestlepalooza with El Santo. Although Batman's identity reveal was later ret conned as a elaborate ruse to allow Batman to get the jump on Doink and Bane when they targetted Bruce his point had been made and The Man without Fear had proved himself a man worth fearing.

Match details:

Snuka is clearly trying to make a point as this one begins and in particular his knife edge chops like seriously vicious but El Santo is able to give as good as he takes. For every dropkick or diving crossbody the man from Fiji hit his mexican counterpart had a response including a very impressive set of Plancha and suicide dives to the outside. The match however started to break down when the Latino Icon has Snuka locked in his La de a Caballo (Camel clutch) in the center of the ring as it is then that the first sign of outside interference rears it's head with the arrival of Bane!

The referee sees him coming and tries to block his patch but instead gets tossed from inside to outside the ring in a huge ref bump before Bane enters the ring and halts the submission by grabbing El Santo by the mask and nearly ripping it clear off him as he throws him off Snuka and into the corner.

The two men beat down on El Santo which Snuka on a number of occasions trying to rip his mask off his face before returning to the physical assault. Eventually they stop as Snuka signals to the top rope. Bane places one foot on the downed crowd favorite to hold him place while Superfly climbs to the tope rope but just as he gets there Batman comes (out through the crowd) charging into the ring and connections right on Banes chin with a sweet dropkick that knocks him clear outside the ring. He then follows him to the outside where the two continue to brawl until security seperate them (They can settle their beef later tonight)

Meanwhile back in the ring Snuka arguably takes too long to adjust himself after what just went down but then signals his intention to go for his Superfly Splash. However unlike his daughter in the previous match Jimmy Snuka does not connect with El Santo rolling out of the way at the last second. The result of this however is reminiscant pf what happened to Tamina with Snuka clearly having hurt himself with the impact and his opponent being the first to react and in this case react by himself scaling the ropes and going for his own top rope finishing maneuver, the Tope de Cristo (Diving headbutt) which he hits. The ref gets back into the ring just in time then to count to 3 and we have a winner!

Winner:

El Santo

After the bout El Santo Grabs the Mic and gives an impassioned speech about how good can overcome evil before making an announcement in his native tongue that the Spanish speaking audience seem to have fits of joy in response to. Later the announce team relay that he suggested he will run for office in the upcoming Mexican election. They wonder if this is serious but both think that if it is he just might win!

**Post match Segment**

Snuka is still in the ring after the victorious El Santo has departed and angrily refuses medical assistance and assistance from BWA personnel t exit the ring when suddenly Roman Reigns & The Usos make their way out to the ring. One Uso brother either side of Snuka and The Big Dawg in front of him as he tries to drag himself to his feet. When he finally does BOOM! double Superkick from the brothers that sends him into the ring ropes and back straight into a Roman Reigns Spear! Moments later and Snuka is being assisted my medical personal but this time without resistance as he is now completely unconscious!

The Godfather & Val Venis vs Manami Toyota & Aja Kong
Inter-gender tag team match

Backstory - 2017 Pimp and a pornstar rebranded

Val & The Godfather may have re-branded themselves (as entrepreneurs in the film and model agency) on the way to becoming the BWA tag team champions but people could see through that and did not think they had really changed. Some of the female lockeroom in particule Manami Toyota and Aja Kong (who had been pushing for female wrestling to be taken more seriously) had taken particular exception to their presence in the BWA and how degrading they were to women.

After they had actually started to target members of the female roster (in particular Naomi) and their involvement in the woman's title match at KOTR which lead to Toyota dropping her title the duo (Kong & Toyota) decided they could not take it anymore and challenged the now former tag champs (Godfather & Venis) to a match at Wrestlepalooza. In the following weeks Veins & The Godfather laugh off this challenge and continue to make fun of their challengers until Kong (who after her years in the BWA has good enough English to do so) makes a cutting promo on the two men insulting their manhood amongst other things and essentially goading them into accepting the challenge.

match details:

A much more light hearted affair than what went before it with Val and The Godfather doing everything they can to infuriate their opponents who they clearly don't seem to be taking seriously from acting like they enjoyed an early slap to flexing in front of them and finally avoiding an attack and getting behind (in this case Manami Toyota) only to spank her as$ before rolling to the outside and laughing about it.

It was at this point however that things started to take a turn for the worst for the male competitors however as the entire female lockeroom (minus the 2 ladies who battled for the title) come out and essentially turn this into a lumberjill match after first shooing The godfathers "models" from ringside. Val Venis is ushered back into the ring while the godfather is caught up with his ladies on the outside. It is this that has the refs attention as Toyota grabs Venis by his B*llocks and gives him a, lets call it an innovated pumphandel suplex before tagging in Aja Kong.

Kong then hits Val with her Brainbuster finisher for the 3 count and a very crowd pleasing moment for the women of the BWA

Winners:

Aja Kong & Manami Toyota

Why book this? - It's 2018 and I have a pimp and a pornstar on my roster, it's almost hard not to book an angle like this. It's something light and different for the card and tbh there was no way the bad guys were going to win this one. If I had been able to write more TV shows they would have gotten the upper hand in the build up but they had to get their comeuppance her on the BWA's grandest stage

Dusty Rhodes vs Nick Bocwinkel
The American Dream's career on the line

Backstory:

To put it mildly since his arrival in the BWA Nick Bockwinkel has been a massive d!ck, always refering to himself as a Hall of Famer even though that honor was bestowed upon him in the BWA arch rival MNG productions. Then when he became the boards representative he clearly began to abuse his power. It was he who added the stip to Dusty's KOTR title match for example which meant that after his loss he could never have another BWA world title match not only that but the guy kept taking shots at Dusty calling him an overweight joke. There is only so far you can push a man like Dusty Rhodes however and after it was Rhodes who revealed to D'Lo Brown that Luca Brasi was the one controlling his contract, a fact that Bockwinkel had wanted to keep quiet, it was clear That the American Dream and the the BWA boards on air representative were on a collision course.

At this point Bockwinkel want's nothing to do with Dusty nor in ring action in general but it is again one of his "genius stips" that entice him to compete as he says he will only agree to the match up if Dusty is willing to put his career on the line!

match details:

These two men put on a wrestling clinic but the fans are clearly on the side of The American Dream and Dream almost gets the job done early one after a serious of Bionic elbows put him on top. However when he goes for a pinfall he is shocked to see it broken up by D'lo Brown. The announcers recall how Bockwinkel gave him his match with Luca Brasi and how he was perhaps repaying that debt here tonight. I t was his distraction at ringside that turned the tide in Bockwinkel's favor and he began to wear down Dusty with submission after submission move. First a boston crab, then an indian deathlock before one of Dusty's own finishers the figure four leg lock but the dream refused to tap. The Crowd were chanting for Rhodes and this clearly got to Bockwinkel and all it took was one momentary lapse of concentration for Dusty to revers it into a figure four of his own. Too close to the ropes it was however and he was forced to break the hold but still this allowed him to roll outside and get back to his feet.

D'Lo attempted to attack him but seemingly Dusty was drawing energy from the crowd who were 100% behind him and for want of a better term started to "Hulk up". After hitting D'Lo with a few Bionic elbows he turned his attention back to the ring which he re-entered), meanwhile D'Lo was heard saying something about not needing this, controlling his own contract now and after he picked himself up off the mat being out of there as he headed to the back.

Bockwinkel was incensed and screamed at D'Lo to return but of course just this momentary lack of attention on his opponent was fatal for the former AWA champion as Dusty delivered Multiple punch and slap variations, a Flying clothesline and a Bionic Elbow on Bockwinkel before once again locking in his figure four leg lock but this time in the center of the ring. Bockwinkel holds out for the best part of a minute but just cannot break the hold no matter what he tries and eventually much to the crowds pleasure is forced to tap out.

Winner: Dusty Rhodes

Why book this? - Let's be honest, The heel authority figure going around bigging up his accomplishments in another draft fed was never going over at my version of wrestlemania and who better to shut his mouth than the son of a Plumber beloved by all Dusty Rhodes

Bounty Hunter

Jesse Ventura vs Nigel McGuinness

Backstory: These two men never got along, not as announce partners and not now as in ring competitors. McGuinness has been calling Ventura out for as long as this commentator can remember saying that he could no longer last in the ring against the best of today and now he has a chance to prove it, to back up his words and to take on "The Body"

He may no longer be the man who carried that mini gun around the set of predator but has he got enough left in his tank to put McGuinness in his place? find out now!

Match Details:

Ventura has wanted to get his hands on McGuinness for weeks and finally he gets his chance here and it really shows as he starts the fight a million miles an hour laying a serious beat down on him and it was clear as day that Nigel was rocked, so much so that he left himself open for Venturas finishing maneuver within minutes of the bout beginning and when "The Body" connected with his Body Breaker much of the crowd thought this one could be done already. McGuinness however had other plans and kicked out after 2.

Jesse kept up his early pace however and as the commentators wondered if he could keep it up at this rate they also noted how he was pulling tricks out of his bag they had not seem him use in years including his former AWA finishing move the reverse bulldog but again it was not enough to get the win as his opponent was left close enough to the side of the ring to grab the bottom rope and break the pin.

The story in build up had been about if Ventura still had to legs to last in the ring with the younger guys of today and perhaps trying to finish it early like this was his way of countering this as he continued at top speed calling for another of his patented Bodybreakers but when he lifted the heelish McGuinness up from the mat Nigel catches him with a low blow that takes all his momentum away. The face commentator is apoplectic that the ref misses this but the Brit isn't waiting around to see if he gets away with it and instead plants the hunched over Ventura's head into the mat with a DDT before locking in his London's Dungeon submission move (as seen below) and holding Ventura in it for an inordinate amount of time.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZJkddlflmRI

Eventually McGuinness releases the hold but after the low blow / submission combo all Ventura simply is not the same. He is moving much slower and Nigel has the clear advantage something which is highlighten the one time "The Body" does seem to get on top again when after a big clothesline Jesse goes to the top rope but he does so so slowly that Nigel not only gets up but is also able to catch him before he could execute any top rope move and instead McGuinness is able to deliver his Tower of London top rope hung cutter on him for the 3 count.

Ventura looks totally dejected as he watches his former announce colleague have his arm raised and takes an age to steady himself exit the ring and head to the back.

Winner:

Nigel McGuinness

Why I booked this - Establishes McGuinness as a hated heal and starts an arc for Ventura which feeds into the story that lead to the match where he will question himself and his ability in the ring. However it also leaves open the possibility that the feud may not be done because Ventura had been on top until Nigel cheated resorting to a low blow to derail "The body"'s momentum

Adam "Batman" West & George Hackenschmidt vs Doink & Robert "Bane" Swenson

Backstory: From Bruce Wayne the BWA investor to Adam west the Mayor of Quahog were many of our road to Wrestlepalooza shows were based Adam West was a great character but it was his turn as Batman that had the fans tuning in especially when they founf out that apparently at least one of his greatest foes. A man he admired more than most however was George Hackenschmidt and when he was targetted by a mad clown Batman knew what had to be done. Unfortunately for our caped crusader the man who he later learned was not infact The Joker but Doink was not alone but came with none other than the man who broke Batman's back Bane in tow.

Batman & Bane tried to settle things between themselves but this feud had grown beyond just the two of them and when an extreme rules match between them went off the rails and drew in doink and Hakenschmidt something had to be done

The 4 mens rivalry had in fact spiralled across the whole show engulfing other feuds such as that of El Santo and Jimmy Snukas so eventually a date and a match had to be set for all 4 men. All the shenanigans were left behind them and the final battle between good and evil could take place in a BWA and what better a place than at Wrestlepalooza!

Match Details:

Total comedy match which sees Hackenschmidt and surprisingly to some Doink doing most of the heavy lifting. Meanwhile it is Batman with both Bane and Doink who ends up in most of the matches big spots. including when he uses his bat grappling hook to hog tie Doink on the outside stopping him from interfering before he turns the tables on Bane delivering a backbreaker of his own to Bane. Immediately after this Hackenschmidt is tagged in and locks in his innovated bearhug. Bane's now injured back is highlighted by the announce team as the main reason why he eventually taps here much to the crowd enjoyment.

Winner:

Adam "Batman" West & George Hackenschmidt

Why I booked this - The above match was a little rushed as I didn't have as much time when writing this one but this is Batman vs an evil Clown and the man who broke his back before of course he had to win!

Kenta Kobashi & Mitsuahru Misawa vs The Usos
BWA Tag Team Titles Uso Penitentiary (Cage)Match

Backstory:

Kobashi & Misawa are not only PW legends but draft legends and the only times I remember them wrestling outside of the BWA they either put on an all time classic (below from WECWF) or went on to become MNG productions world champion (Misawa)

However a lot of that success came as singles stars and now despite entering the BWA Hall of Fame together they may have met their match in the form of a tag team but not just any tag team, The Tag Team Champions The Usos. As part of Roman Reigns' "Family" they have been a constant thorn in the side of their japanese counterparts especially seeing as they seemingly had the representative of the BWA board Nick Bockwinkel in their pocket which is why this match tonight is an "Uso penitentiary" (Cage) match!

Match Details: Before the match began there was a special presentation where Kobashi & Misawa were honored as the first ever BWA Hall of famers and presented their Hall of Fame rings right as they began their acceptance speech they were interrupted by the unmistakable sound of The Usos making their arrival on the scene and the two brothers welcomed the now Hall of Famers to the Uso penitentiary which signaled the steel cage being lowered from above their Japanese opponents who were already in the ring.

The announcers picked up on a theme that repeated throughout this match quite a bit with Kobashi & Misawa often being on top but the Usos who are more experienced in cage matches always being the ones to use their surroundings to their advantage and the steel cage as a weapon to get on top. They were vicious in doing so repeatedly not only driving their opponents into the steel mesh but also performing double team moves that resulted in the HOFers heads being driven into it, such as 2 different times when we saw double superkicks with this end result.

Kobashi & Misawa are by no means shown up by their younger advisories however. Misawa hit both a Tiger Driver and his innovated Emerald Flowsion (sitout side powerslam) on Jimmy Uso for example but just like when Kenta Kobashi hit his Burning Hammer (Inverted Death Valley driver) on Jey Uso their pinfall attempt is broken up by the downed mans brother. Despite being able to get themselves in the position to deliver such devastating blows it is clear they are struggling to put away their opponents given the stipulation means both tag team members are always in ring at the same time. Eventually they decide that their best bet may be to escape the cage by scaling the wall on the side but they are not as fast as their opponents and by the time they have almost reached the top of the cage the usos are up and onto them by tossing them straight back into the ring with devastating belly to back suplexes delivered while standing on the top turnbuckles.

Instead of going for the pin however Jimmy and Jey are then the ones to scale the side of the cage except they do so at a much quicker pace than Kobashi/misawa had and are at the top while their rivals are still downed. They are about to go down the other side when they exchange a glance to each other and suddenly both they and the crowd know what has to happen next. They then channel their father at fully loaded 2000 and we get a Double Uce diving splash off the tope rope which is followed by a double pinfall attempt....1.....2............3!

despite the battle they just had the brothers stand up under their own weight and have their hands raised in victory while Kobashi & Misawa need to be helped to the back nursing injuries.

Winner:

Jimmy & Jey Uso

Why I booked this - This match, performance and that final moment with the double splash which would see them overcome their far more illustrious opponents would make The Usos massive stars. This would be their moment while Kobashi/Misawa already got to enter the Hall of Fame and it also leads into the main event nicely where Roman the champ would seemingly have the advantage as after the match Okada's boys left ringside with the assistance of medical personal while Reign's family stood tall.

Roman Reigns vs Kazuchika Okada
BWA World Heavyweight Championship match

Backstory:

The Chosen one of the WWE is now in the BWA and seemingly has the boards backing there too except in the BWA he has fully embraced his heel side which is good cos there is no way the fans would cheer how he has been acting in the BWA including as he put it how he "Killed The American Dream" referring to his vicious dismantling of Dusty Rhodes.

The Big Dawg did not take kindly to the arrival of Kazuchika Okada to the BWA. The man who had held the IWGP world title in New Japan longer than anyone else had voluntarily relinquished his belt so as to come to the BWA and prove that he was not only the best in his home nation but the best in the entire world.

Reign's, The Usos and management put obstacle after obstacle infront of him and he even had to win the King of The Ring tournament just to get his shot at the title but he never stooped to their level of sneak attacks and backroom politics. We have seen a lot of good vs Evil here tonight but can Okada really dethrone the Big Dag?

Match Details:

*Usos stay at ringside after their match and introduce The Big Dawg! Heel commentator complains that the champ is coming out first!

*They are a constant distraction at ringside including when Jey grabs Okadas leg distracting him and setting him up for a Spear! which leads to a 2 count.

*It is Jimmy who slides Roman brass knucks when the ref isn't looking and then again retrieves them after Roman slides the evidence out of the ring post superman punch. Unfortunately for Reigns however the move knocks Okada through the ropes and to the outside where pinfall is impossible

*The Usos try to throw Okada back into Reigns but at this point the injured Misawa/Kobashi come charging down to ringside to even things up

*The representative of the board Nick Bockwinkel charges down to ringside while all 6 men brawl on the outside and screams at the ref to ban Kobashi/Misawa from ringside. At this point the Ref has gotten Reigns back into the ring (Okada is layed out on the outside) but when the ring announcer announces the refs decision Bockwinkel is incensed to hear that both the Usos and Okadas buddies are being sent to the back.

*Bockwinkel then circumvents the refs authority and once again via the ring announcer informs the world that this is now a no disqualification match. As this is announced Reigns begins to remove the turnbuckle covers insider the ring then turns and looks towards the outside where Bockwinkel is now picking up Okada at ringside and goes to throw him back into the ring where Roman awaits but no! Okada reverses his Irish whip and sends the authorithy figure crashing into the ring apron making him wince in pain but not as much as he would feel moments later as Okada hit him with a Rainmaker Lariat!

* Okada got back in the ring and despite being somewhat worse for wear seems to be reveling in the fact that it was finally 1 on 1, Reigns vs Okada and the fans react to that simple fact

*The two begin to brawl, exchanging big rights and lefts until both me are barely able to stay upright, the final blow landing from Okada making Reigns stumble back a few feet but in fact only far enough to allow him to spring into action, charge at his opponent and leap into the air to go for a huge Superman Punch and BOOM! Okada is sent crashing into the corner... surely he can't take much more

* With Okada down in the corner The Big Dawg lets out his signature war cry and charges at him to finish proceedings with a huge Spear but no! Okada rolls out of the way and Reigns goes head first into the exposed steel or the turnbuckle. Okada then immediately grabs him and throws him head first into the exposed turnbuckle on the other side of the ring.

* After two big blows to the head Reigns is busted open and for the first time in the match it genuinely looks like Okada could complete his comeback and he sure does not let up hitting a huge Lariat before going for a pinfall...1...2...kickout! The groan throughout the crowd is audable but Okada does not give up

*He grabs Reigns up off the floor and tosses him head first into the final two exposed turnbuckles he had missed out on before before a now covered in blood Reigns stumbles into the center of the ring and BOOM! another Rainmaker Lariat and once again going for a pin 1....2............3!

Winner:

Kazuchika Okada

Why I booked this - The culmination to hat the WWE have started by pushing Reigns down everyones throats. Turn him heel and book long term to the bigget show your company has at which point you put over the biggest face you have and Okada quite literally might just be the best wrestler in the world too as an added bonus

BWA Roster 2018
Roman Reigns
Dusty Rhodes
Kazuchika Okada
Kenta Kobashi
Mitsuharu Misawa
Jimmy Snuka
Jimmy Uso
Jey Uso
Naomi
Tamina
Manami Toyota
Aja Kong
Jesse Ventura
Nigel McGuinness
Nick Bockwinkle
El Santo
Val Venis
The Godfather
Adam "Batman" West
Doink
George Hackenschmidt
Robert "Bane" Swensen
Lenny "luca Brasi" Montana

A Brad Maddox Guy

Presents

WRESTLERAMA V

MWA Tag Team Championship Match
Cho-Ten vs reDRagon (c)

An extremely hard-hitting match-up results in chaos when Chono & Tenzan start fighting each other in the middle of the ring. reDRagon take advantage but are unable to seal the victory. As the match moves on Chono & Tenzan look to have put their differences aside, that is until Adam Cole comes down to ringside & gets into an altercation with Tenzan whom chases Cole up the ramp & through to backstage leaving his partner alone. Fish & O’Reilly finish Chono off with Total Elimination and retain the Tag titles.

Winner:

reDRagon

No Holds Barred Match
Dr Death Steve Williams vs Ron Simmons

This match lives up to its pre-match billing as an all-out brawl. Though it only lasts 7 minutes it arguably changes both men’s quality of life for the rest of their days. As soon as the bell rings both men charge forward, Simmons powering Williams to the corner where he starts punching. Dr Death counters with a knee to the stomach and shoulder tackles Simmons all the way into the opposite turnbuckle. Fists are swinging wildly until Williams ducks a clothesline and hits a German Suplex.

Catching his breath, Steve Williams goes to the outside and retrieves a chair from under the ring, but he doesn’t get a chance to use it as Simmons kicks through the middle rope and cracks it off Steve’s head. The fight continues at ringside when Simmons hits the chair into Williams’ huge shoulder and knocks him into the crowd. They brawl their way up the steps when a boot from Williams sends Simmons tumbling down. Steve goes after him; the fall has cut Ron Simmon’s arms and a few punches from Williams opens a gash on his forehead.

He gets thrown back over the barrier but when Dr Death tries to lift him up Simmons throws him head first into the ring post. Williams face is a bloody mess as his nose is certainly broken. Simmons lifts him up for a Dominator but somehow Williams powers out of it and hits a Doctor Bomb onto the chair. He covers Simmons for the win.

Winner:

Dr Death Steve Williams

Mayu Iwatani vs Io Shirai

The crowd are eased into this one as both women match each other in early technical exchanges until Iwatani takes the upper hand with a hip toss & a vicious kick to the back of Shirai, quickly followed with a kick to the kidneys. Iwatani stays on top until Shirai connects with an elbow, then backsprings off the ropes into a running dropkick. Iwatani falls to the outside but cannot escape as Shirai suicide dives pushing her into the barrier. Before Shirai can take control, she is forced back into the side of the ring and both women are down on the outside as the referee starts her count. They both get back in at the same time to break the count but Shirai pounces first as she clubs forearms into the lower spine of Iwatani. Shirai starts to work the leg and it works for the most part, slowing Mayu down but she cannot get her to submit.

The match reaches its pinnacle when Shirai goes up top only to be arm dragged down. Iwatani then climbs up and connects with an Ultrarana as Shirai gets back to her feet. She almost wins but Io kicks out at 2 & a ½. Iwatani picks drags Shirai back to the corner & lifts her up the turnbuckle, facing the crowd. Iwatani climbs up and hooks her arms for a Tigerplex but Io counters it.

Shirai quickly hits a German Suplex, rolls through and lifts her for another before twisting and lifting Iwatani for a third German. Somehow Iwatani kicks out, Shirai climbs back up top for a moonsault, Iwatani rolls, Shirai lands on her feet but stumbles and is caught with a kick to the head. Iwatani hits her bridging Tigerplex but this time Io kicks out. Frustration hits, Iwatani lifts her for a piledriver, Io counters into her own piledriver which hits. Using the last ounces of adrenalism she has left Shirai springs off the bottom rope to the turnbuckle and hits a Moonsault, then does it once more for good measure. She hooks the leg and gets the 3 count.

Winner:

Io Shirai

Chono confronts Keiji Mutoh backstage and says he made a mistake coming here with him. Not only does Tenzan not have his back but neither does The Great Muta. With this he spits at Mutoh’s feet and leaves.

Cameras cut to The Undisputed Era where Fish & O’Reilly are celebrating with a bruised Adam Cole. “Tenzan might have got a few digs in on me but it was worth it to break that flimsy alliance.” “And now that we’ve retained our tag titles it’ll soon be time for you to go out there and take back what’s rightfully yours.” “We are the Undisputed future and pro wrestling and tonight we make it the present.” “Or my name isn’t Adam Cole BAYBAY!”

Loser Leaves Town Hardcore Match
Raven vs Tommy Dreamer w/ Special Guest Referee The Sandman

It didn’t look like this match would go ahead as no referee was willing to take it when just days before WrestleRama a very drunk Sandman announced on his Twitter account that he would “fibaly step up a NWO ring abd REFEREE my 222 most ahted frends *beer emoji beer emoji*”. MWA GM The Mountie clarified later that he had signed The Sandman to an official contract in order to “finally step into an MWA ring and referee the match between his two most hated friends. The stipulation being that The Sandman is not allowed to drink any alcohol at least 48 hours before the match or he will have his contract terminated.”

Suprisingly The Sandman abides by these rules because he entered the ring wearing sunglasses, clutching his head and moving very slowly. Raven attacks Dreamer on the ramp to start the match and both men straight out assault each other with whatever they can get their hands on. Chairs, kendo sticks, thumb tacks & trash cans are all used within the first 5 minutes, the next 5 introduce tables, the ring bell & The Sandman’s sunglasses.

With the match nearing its end, Raven sets up a table at ringside but Dreamer jumps off the apron taking them both down. Sandman is crouched at the barrier when he spots a fan in the front row with a beer. Sandman grabs the beer as the crowd cheer him until The Mountie comes running down with a microphone. “If you drink that you’re fired Sandman, it isn’t worth it.” Sandman looks from Mountie to the beer before downing it in one. The Mountie is horrified and shouts “YOU’RE FIRED SANDMAN! Get the hell out of my arena.” The Sandman picks up a nearby kendo stick and starts hitting The Mountie with it. He then takes a brown paper bag from under the ring, it’s got a full litre bottle of whiskey in it. Sandman takes a swig from the bottle before pouring it all over the table. He lights the table on fire, lifts up The Mountie and throws him from the ring apron through the flaming table. Staff rush over with fire extinguishers and put the flames out but The Mountie is out cold. The match ends when Raven hits a Raven Effect DDT onto a chair and The Sandman counts the pinfall.

Winner:

Raven

MWA Intercontinental Championship Match
Kalisto vs Adam Cole vs Keiji Mutoh vs Bobby Roode (c)

An entertaining spot filled match reaches its pinnacle when Mutoh sprays Green Mist in Adam Cole’s eyes, dodges a missile drop kick from Kalisto which hits Cole & knocks him to the outside. Mutoh lifts Kalisto up for a Suplex but is hit by a boot from Roode. Roode then hits Kalisto with a Glorious DDT but before he can pin him Mutoh hits Roode with a Shining Wizard and is put into a Muta Lock. In the middle of the ring with all other competitors down Bobby Roode has no choice but to tap out.

Winner:

Keiji Mutoh

MWA Women's Championship Match
Mickie James vs AJ Lee

The great battle of crazy leads to back and forth action by two closely matched competitors. AJ tries to gain the advantage by using her speed to get around the ring quicker i.e. AJ keeps striking and running away. This leads to her gaining the advantage when Mickie gives chase & AJ gets back into the ring first and starts punching & slapping Mickie upon re-entry. AJ tries wearing down Mickie with various holds and a particularly painful looking armbar to which Mickie refuses to tap out and gets the upperhand by powering up onto her feet & slamming AJ to the mat. Mickie quickens the pace with some clotheslines, drop kicks & a snap suplex but AJ kicks out. Taking control Mickie starts to enjoy dishing out pain, she intentionally breaks a few submissions to transition into something else and looks to have no intention of ending this match quickly.

This pace changes when AJ counters out of a side slam into her Black Widow submission, however Mickie manages to escape the hold before AJ can successfully lock the arm. The fright is enough to kick Mickie into overdrive and she starts connecting harder with her shots. The match reaches its pinnacle when Mickie hits AJ with a Superplex but an awkward landing injures her own shoulder. She eventually covers AJ who kicks out; the injured Mickie clutches her shoulder as she prepares for a Mick Kick but AJ telegraphs it, ducks under and spins into a Black Widow. With it successfully locked in and pressure applied to the injured shoulder Mickie James has no choice but to tap out.

Winner:

AJ Lee

Hulk Hogan vs Andre The Giant

The ultimate rivals face off once more to finally settle the score and predictably a technical masterclass ensues. The main question going into this was if Hogan was as strong as he was before or if age was finally catching up on Hulkamania. For much of the match it seemed to be the latter as Hogan failed multiple times to lift the giant. Andre manhandles Hogan, tossing him across the ring as if he were a cruiserweight, slamming him with force that would break a regular man. But regular man Hulk Hogan ain't as time & time again Hogan would kick out and get back up for more punishment.

The climax of the match comes when Andre drops Hogan on an exposed turnbuckle, cutting his head. Instead finishing of Hogan off Hulkamania kicks in and with his cheering fans spurring him on Hogan 'Hulks up'. The world's largest punches don't faze Hogan at all and he points at Andre, follows up with 3 punches of his own which has the giant dazed. Hogan bounces off the rope and big boots Andre who falls to the mat. Hogan has his opening and hits an Atomic Leg Drop. He covers, 1....2.. Andre kicks out and Hogan can't believe it. Andre gets to his feet, Hogan punches but Andre starts Hulking up, Hogan doesn't know what to do so he low blows Andre. Andre stumbles against the rope and bounces back towards Hogan who kicks him again. As Andre bounces towards him once more Hogan attempts to lift Andre up for a Body Slam.... but he can't do it. Hogan's back hives out and he drops to one knee. Andre falls back to the corner as Hogan grabs the referee yelling in pain.

Suddenly three men run to the ring; The Undisputed Era. Hogan is distracting the referee as they attack Andre. Hogan jumps to his feet, knocking down the referee as he does so. Hogan watches as The Undisputed Era attack Andre, Andre spreads his arms pushing all three away with force but Cole, Fish & O'Reilly get right back on him. Andre drops to his knees, Fish & O'Reilly both hit him with their Championship belts. Hogan big boots Andre's face and finally puts him on his back. Undisputed Era leave the ring as Hogan cups his ears to the torrent of boos coming his way. He bounces off the rope for an Atomic Leg Drop, then picks up the referee before hitting another Atomic Leg Drop and pinning the giant.

Winner:

Hulk Hogan

MWA World Championship Ladder Match
Eddie Guerrero vs Dolph Ziggler (c)

This one starts at a frantic pace as Guerrero arm drags & drop kicks Ziggler through the middle rope then hits a springboard cross body on the outside. A Viva la Rasa chest shake gets the crowd on their feet. Eddie sets up the ladder on the outside but Dolph grabs his tights and pulls him head first into the barricade. Dolph throws the ladder on top of Eddie then starts jumping on it while using the barricade to hold himself steady. Ziggler puts the ladder in the ring to try and win this quickly but Eddie is on him, drags him back out and hits a Belly to Belly to the floor. After catching his breath Eddie gets in the ring and starts to climb but Ziggler is back and pushes the ladder over.

The two fight in the ring, big moves featured include a Ziggler suplex onto the ladder, a low blow by Eddie that gets cheered, a Super Kick by Dolph & a back Superplex by Eddie. The fight goes to the outside where Dolph starts to take apart the announce table, grabs his belt and tries to hit Eddie with it. But Guerrero rolls under the hit & Hurricanranas Ziggler off the announce table. With Dolph in a lot of pain Eddie places him on the table and climbs the ladder next to it. One Frog Splash later and both men are down but Ziggler looks out.

It takes almost 2 minutes but Eddie gets the ladder up in the ring and slowly ascends it. Just as he's nearing the top Dolph jumps off the turnbuckles, grabs Ziggler as he flies & brings him crashing down with a Zig Zag.

The match reaches its climax with both men duking it out on top of the ladder. Ziggler gets the upperhand when he blocks a punch and slams Eddie's head on the ladder, he does this two more times and has Eddie teetering. Suddenly Guerrero grabs Dolph's arm, slams it down and drags him over the ladder. With Ziggler's stomach against the top of the ladder, his legs dangling, Guerrero stamps one foot on Dolph's hand pinning it to a ladder step. He presses down on Dolph's back with his other knee, reaches for the title, grabs on and pushes his knee knocking the ladder down sending Ziggler crashing with it. Suspended in the air, Eddie falls back to the mat clutching the belt for the win.

Winner:

Eddie Guerrero

Alex Riley & Mason Ryan vs Bo Dallas & Curtis Axel
After the miz and the miztourage turn on Sandow and Alex Riley, Mason Ryan goes to Riley and they work on getting revenge on the Miztourage

Alex Riley & Mason Ryan win after a good opening bout Riley and Ryan to look like stars with a possibility of a push towards the belts later down the line

MVP vs Tye Dillinger vs Damien Sandow for the IC title
After a disruptive tournament to crown the IC champion Burt Reynolds decided to have the final as a triple threat.
Tye Dillinger wins the title after he superkicks Sandow after he hits MVP with his you're welcome as MVP starts to get up he gets hit by the perfect 10 and gets pinned by TYE

Sets up a feud with MVP going forward then the Miz.

Mark Henry & Apollo Crews vs Akira Tozawa & Dragon Kid (tag belts)

After Mark Henry and Apollo Crews get knocked out of the IC title competition they join up to compete for the tag belts as Henry wants to mentor Crews.
Tozawa and Dragon Kid hound Burt reynolds to give them the vacant belts and to

Tozawa and Dragon win their superior teamwork and heel tactics wins over

Bayley Vs Lita
Burt Reynolds after wanting to give the womens belt to Maryse Bayley and Lita stop it by beating Mayse, Brook, and Emma, so he sets the match for the upcoming PPV.
Lita wins after hitting the twist of fate after she rakes Bayleys eyes as the ref was distracted.

Miz Vs KO

Kevins Owens took offense to the Miz and John Cena's attitude to Vader and their barbs about his weight, made it his personal business to make Mizs life hell.
Miz accepts the challenge of KO after a while but convinces Burt to have it a hand tied behind his back match.
the match starts with Miz taunting KO but he manages to get free and ends up winning after a pop up powebomb.

John Cena Vs Vader
Vader runs the gauntlet to get his chance at John Cena. the week before the PPV Vader wins a bout to have Earthquake and Typhoon as gaurds frmo the Miz and the Miztourage
In the bout itself Cena wins after a tough fight. And his heel run continues until KO wins in 6 months time

Mr. Guappa

Gaelic Wrestling Association presents

GWA: March Madness
(Live on RTE Television and WWE Network)

GWA March to Madness S1E1
GWA March to Madness S1E2
GWA March to Madness S1E3



 

Joey Styles is at ringside:

“Welcome to the sold out 3 Arena in Dublin, Ireland.
We are live on RTE Television in Ireland, and live around the world on the WWE Network.
This is the biggest event in the history of professional wrestling in Ireland.

We have a breaking story tonight, as WWE Executive Stephanie McMahon is expected to arrive shortly.
She was not originally scheduled to be here tonight, but that plan changed in the wake of the following TMZ story earlier this week:"

TMZ: WWE LEADERSHIP PLANS IN DOUBT

TMZ understands that WWE Owner Vince McMahon is re-considering his succession plan.

TMZ has obtained an internal WWE email sent by Vince McMahon in which he questions the suitability of his daughter Stephanie to run WWE in the future.

In this email Vince questions Stephanie's decision-making and criticises how she has handled the current cross-promotional deal with the GWA.

Mr. McMahon is extremely concerned that key plans for WWE WrestleMania have been put in serious jeopardy by Stephanie. The WWE Championship of Steve Austin, and the undefeated streak of Asuka are both on the line at GWA March Madness. Vince has grave concerns over Stephanie's judgement, after she allowed this situation to develop.

In addition, Mr. McMahon is unhappy that his daughter has been dragged into a public spat with independent wrestling sensations The Young Bucks.

If results go the wrong way at March Madness, Stephanie McMahon could find her inheritance disappear.

Joey Styles:"Will Stephanie McMahon have a reaction to her father's comments when she arrives here tonight?
We will find out later. But now, it's time for our first in-ring action of the evening."

Match #1:
IWGP Intercontinental Champion Tomohiro Ishii vs. WWE Intercontinental Champion Elias

Elias has his guitar and an open mic as he makes his way to the ring



"Dublin, are you ready to Walk With Elias?
Of course you are. To be honest, I would Walk With Anyone, as long as it meant I got the hell out of this dump of a town."

A chorus of boos reign down on Elias

"Now, i know Ireland has an array of famous musicians, but tonight you people will bear witness to a performance for the ages.
So, please, silence your phones, hold your applause, and shut your mouths"

The crowd erupts as Tomohiro Ishii's music hits.
Elias is outraged that his musical performance has been interrupted.

‘Stone Pitbull’ hits the ring and as soon as the bell rings he immediately throws a headbutt at Elias.



The crowd roar their approval, and the hard-hitting offense from Ishii just does not let up.
He levels Elias with a barrage of suplexes, stiff lariats and a powerbomb.
Ishii hits the Ishii Driller, and covers a lifeless Elias as the referee counts the pinfall.
Mercifully, this is over.

Winner: Tomohiro Ishii

Why I booked this finish:
Ishii would be returning to the GWA for future dates so putting him over so strong establishes him as a force ahead of future appearances.
Seeing their star featured so strongly will also encourage NJPW to send other talents in future.

Elias is the unfortunate victim, but this loss won't hurt him much back in the WWE, and his pre-match shtick made a lasting impression on the audience.
The hard-hitting action and positive result got the audience pumped up straight away.

A long black limousine pulls into the backstage area.



WWE Executive Stephanie McMahon emerges from the limo and orders a backstage staffer to take her directly to Teddy Long's office.

Match #2:
Steel Cage Match
Candice LeRae vs. Sasha Banks

This match can end via pinfall or submission only.
Sasha Banks is first out, looking every inch the WWE superstar.



Joey Styles: "I've seen some tough women in my time, but Candice LeRae is right at the top of the list.
I hope Sasha Banks is prepared for a war inside that cage, because tonight, in her final GWA appearance Candice LeRae will bring everything she's got"

This is an absolute war, with both ladies giving everything they've got.
High risk moves are mixed with hard-hitting action, and Sasha is in brilliant heel form as she works the audience wonderfully.

As we enter the final stages, it looks like Candice is in control.
Candice backs Sasha into the corner, and unloads with a devastating knife-edged chop.
Candice recoils in agony holding her arm, as a smirking Sasha reaches into her top and pulls out a pair of brass knuckles.
'The Boss' then lays out Candice with a brass knuckles punch to the face.

Sasha positions Candice across the middle rops in the corner in preparation for the double knee stomp.
Candice rolls towards the ring post and out of harms way, as Sasha lands full force knee-first on the mat.
Sasha tries to recover, but is caught with a super swinging neckbreaker from the middle rope.
Candice follows up a with a majestic moonsault from the top of the cage, and makes the cover for the three count, and victory.

Winner: Candice LeRae

Post-match Candice soaks in the adulation from the crowd, and looks emotional as her independent career is coming to an end.




Why I booked this finish:
The win for Candice was the right note to end her GWA/independent career.
The win also establishes her as an upper-tier talent immediately upon her arrival in WWE.
The loss doesn't harm Sasha too much, as the outstanding quality of the match is the main talking point afterwards.

 
Backstage, Stephanie McMahon has made her way to Teddy Long’s office.



Teddy Long: “Miss McMahon, what brings you to Ireland?”

Stephanie: “Cut the crap Teddy, everyone has seen the reports, my future hangs in the balance tonight.
And already my Intercontinental Champion Elias has been decimated.
This is not what we agreed Teddy.
I need Asuka to retain her streak, I need The Young Bucks to lose, and I need Stone Cold to retain his title.
Teddy, if you don’t deliver those results, you will spend the rest of your days flippin’ burgers”

Teddy Long: “Stephanie, playa, I got everything under control.
Now, I’ve arranged a corporate box for you to enjoy the rest of the action.
Don’t fear playa, I’ve got it covered. Holla”
 

 

We are back at ringside with Joey Styles, and his co-commentator Al Snow, who is pulling double-duty tonight

Joey Styles: "Well Al, you're match is up nex......
What the hell?"

Cedric Alexander and Mustafa Ali have come through the crowd.
They attack Al Snow as he sits at the announcers table, taking a steel chair to his knee.
Marty Jannetty comes out from the back to rescue his teammate.
This match hasn't even started but Alexander and Ali have gained a significant advantage.

Match #3:
Tag Team Match
Al Snow & Marty Jannetty vs. Cedric Alexander & Mustafa Ali

This is basically a handicap match, as Al Snow can barely stand on the apron as he winces in pain.
Alexander and Ali do a great job of cutting the ring in half and meticulously working over Jannetty's back.
A wrecked Jannetty is eventually able to make the hot tag.

Al Snow is still hobbling, but manages to unload a flurry of fists on Mustafa Ali.
Ali manages to recover with some kicks to the injured knee of Snow.
Ali distracts the referee and Alexander hits Snow with another chair shot to the knee.
Ali hits a shooting star press and makes the cover.
1 - 2 - 3

Winners: Cedric Alexander & Mustafa Ali




Why I booked this finish:
The younger Alexander and Ali needed the win here.
They showed a vicious streak in the match which will serve them well in the future.
Ali and Alexander would stay on in GWA for another six months, before returning to WWE as more rounded competitors.

The pre-match attack gives Snow and Jannetty a legitimate gripe, and allows for a re-match.
Al Snow would tag with Jannetty for a few matches, before returning to his role as a trainer in WWE.
Marty Jannetty would remain in GWA, where he would enjoy one final run, before announcing his retirement at the end of the summer.

We see a shot of Stephanie McMahon, who has taken her position in the corporate box provided by Teddy Long.


 

Match #4:
Dublin City Streetfight for the GWA Championship Match
GWA Champion Chris Hero vs. Sabu w/ Bill Alfonso

From the outset it is evident that this is a very different Sabu to the one that lost his four previous encounters with Chris Hero.
Sabu has re-discovered his love of all thing hardcore.
This is a wild brawl throughout the arena, with Chris Hero dominating for the most part, and Sabu hitting the odd spectacular move.

As the action returns to the ring, Hero hits a vicious discus elbow smash for a tantalising near-fall.
Sabu capitalises on a show of frustration from Hero and is able to apply the Arabian Clutch.
Hero eventually manages to escape via a rope-break, but the damage has been done.
Sabu goes to the top rope. Bill Alfonso hands him a steel chair and Sabu hits the Arabian Facebuster.
The referee makes the 3 count.

Winner: AND NEW GWA Champion..... SABU



Why I booked this finish:
Having played up Sabu's losing streak against Hero, and re-establishing his relationship with Bill Alfonso, Sabu HAD to win this one.
As the WWE talent leaves town, Sabu would defend in a re-match against Hero, then embark on a reign defending against the unproven youngsters elsewhere on the GWA roster.
When he eventually loses the title, the ending of his lengthy reign will provide his conqueror with a huge feather in their cap.

Chris Hero will have been re-energised by a close-up glimpse of WWE life, and would turn babyface with the GWA faithful behind him in his goal of reaching the WWE once again.
Along the way he would produce many more classic encounters in GWA.

Joey Styles: "Next up, we've got a huge tag team encounter.
Can The Young Bucks get revenge on Marty Scurll for his villainous betrayal, or will the WWE representatives Race and Scurll successfully defend the honour of Stephanie McMahon?

Match #5:
Tag Team Match
The Young Bucks vs. Harley Race & Marty Scurll



The boos ring out for Marty Scurll as he makes his way towards the ring.
'The Villain' just laughs at the fans and makes a money gesture with his hand.
The newest member of the WWE roster is applauded by Stephanie McMahon from her corporate box.
Harley Race joins his partner in the ring as they await their opponents.

The Young Bucks surprise everyone by coming through the crowd.
They catch Race unawares and are able to dispatch him to the outside before turning their attention to a cowering Scurll.
The independent superstars unload on their former stablemate, until Race is able to drag his partner to the outside.

The heels dominate the match, mostly working over Nick Jackson, as the camera frequently cuts to a delighted Stephanie McMahon.
As the match progresses we see Race and Scurll become increasingly frustrated as they can't put Nick away.
He has absorbed a world of punishment, but he just won't lie down.
A miscommunication between Race and Scurll gives Nick an opening and he makes the hot-tag to brother Matt.

As the action breaks down, Harley Race is knocked to the outside, and The Young Bucks hit a double superkick on Scurll, and Matt Jackson makes the cover for the 1-2-3.



Winners: The Young Bucks

The fans roar their approval as Nick and Matt make the "S*CK IT" gesture towards Stephanie McMahon in the corporate box.
Stephanie looks absolutely livid. This night is not going as she hoped.


Why I booked this finish:
In the weeks after the match, it would become apparent that The Young Bucks had signed a WWE contract.
This high-profile feud and victory would establish them as important players in the eyes of WWE fans.
Stephanie McMahon would blame Harley Race for this loss, and on her orders Marty Scurll would attack Harley Race.
A feud with a babyface Race would establish Scurll as an upper mid-card heel in WWE.

Before our next bout, the camera pans around the arena.
It is a sea of green, and as the graphic for our next match appears on the screen, a chant of "Olé, Olé, Olé" breaks out.


 

Match #6:
Submission Match
Asuka vs. Becky Lynch

Asuka enters the arena to a respectful applause.
A "BECKY, BECKY, BECKY" chant breaks out as the audience eagerly awaits their hero.

Joey Styles: "The atmosphere here in the 3 Arena is off the charts.
The closest comparison I can make is to ECW One Night Stand.
This electric crowd firmly believes that the young Irish rookie can produce the most unlikely of victories."



The match gets underway, and a nervous Becky is outclassed in the early going.
Asuka toys with her opponent, and is one step ahead at every juncture.
This leads to Asuka becoming too cocky and eventually Becky finds an opening and is able to get in some offense.
The crowd are now fully behind Becky, and Asuka's undefeated streak is in real danger.

Becky hits the Bexploder and then manages to lock in the Dis-Arm-Her as the crowd roars their approval, but a wily Asuka is able to reach the ropes.
As Asuka regroups on the outside, Becky goes to the top rope and attempts a missile drop-kick.
Asuka moves out of the way, and Becky goes through the announce table.

Asuka is now in full control, and unloads her full range of kicks on Becky.
Asuka locks in the Asuka Lock. The pain on Becky's face is obvious, but she refuses to tap out.
The crowd roar their support, but eventually the pain is too much.
Becky Lynch passes out, and the referee calls for the bell

Winner: Asuka

Asuka collapses to the mat beside Becky in exhaustion.
As the crowd catch their breath following that emotional rollercoaster, both ladies slowly climb to their feet.
Asuka raises Becky's hand in a show of repect, as the crowd again chants "BECKY, BECKY, BECKY"
A tearful Becky applauds her fans, as Asuka departs the ring, leaving the local hero soak in this moment.



Joey Styles: "Even in defeat, the bond between Becky Lynch and her audience has grown. The crowd appreciates the effort and heart of their hero"

Why I booked this finish:
Even in defeat Becky Lynch gains a huge amount. She has shown that she is on the same level as Asuka, and by not submitting she establishes a reputation as a never-say-die competitor.
Becky would remain in GWA for another 6-9 months, overcoming all challengers there before eventually joining WWE, with a ready-made reputation as a top-level female.

Asuka keeps her streak, losing it here would have been short-sighted and unnecessary.
These two would have a rematch down the line in WWE, where a more experienced Becky would fancy her chances.
Together with Sasha and Candice, the four women featured tonight would form the core of a stellar WWE Women’s division for years into the future.

Up in the corporate box, it seems that Stephanie McMahon's mood has improved following that victory for Asuka, preserving the Japanese star's streak.
Stephanie's good mood does not last however, as she spots that the bartender in her corporate box is wearing Young Bucks merchandise.
Stephanie empties the contents of her glass over his head as she screams for him to be removed


 

Main Event:
WWE Championship Match
WWE Champion Stone Cold Steve Austin vs. Triple C (Claudio 'Cesaro' Castagnoli)

The challenger is in the ring, as Stone Cold makes his way out.

Joey Styles: "Steve Austin looks as focused as I've ever seem him. He was viciously assaulted by GWA superstar Cesaro just two weeks ago, and tonight is his opportunity for revenge"



Austin attacks Cesaro from the outset, and pummels his opponent with a flurry of stomps in the corner.
Cesaro would recover and take every shortcut in the book as he dominated the middle portion of the match, but
Stone Cold would eventually regain the upper hand, and hit the Lou Thesz press as he looked to be on course for victory.

However, a referee bump would lead to Teddy Long running out and getting in the ring to act as referee.
Stone Cold hits a stunner on Cesaro, Long counts, 1, 2....

Teddy Long stands up, gives the double middle finger salute to Austin, then turns to Stephanie McMahon in the Director's box and gives her a double middle finger salute also.
Stone Cold spins Teddy Long around looking for an answer, but Long sprays pepper spray to Austin's eyes and kicks him in the nuts.

Joey Styles: "OH MY GOD!"

Cesaro gets to his feet and hits a disorientated Austin with an uppercut followed by the Neutralizer.
Teddy Long counts the fall, 1-2-3

Winner: AND NEW WWE Champion: Triple C



Stephanie McMahon looks distraught in her corporate box as Cesaro and Teddy Long embrace in the middle of the ring.
As Austin gets back to his feet Ceasro uses the WWE title belt to lay him out again.
A stunned audience look on as we go off the air to an image of Ceasro holding the WWE title aloft, as Teddy Long applauds in the background.

Why I booked this finish:
Teddy Long gets revenge on WWE for what he sees as years of being treated like a joke.
He also resents how WWE invested in his promotion seemingly as a goodwill gesture, only then to steal all the talent.

In the storyline, Ceasro and Teddy Long would hold the WWE title to ransom, until their demands (money) were met.
In reality, Ceasro had inked a WWE contract prior to March Madness.
This victory shoots him straight into a top-drawer feud to kick off his run.
Stone Cold needed an opponent for WrestleMania, now he has one.

After been embarrassed by The Young Bucks, and blamed by her father for the WWE title being held ransom, Stephanie McMahon would head into a reality-based storyline about who would run WWE once Vince McMahon passes the torch.

*****ROLL CREDITS*****

DM_7

ICE Wrestling

ICE and FIRE PPV



King Neville v Matt Riddle

Riddle came into the bought still hurt from his previous run ins with the self-proclaimed King (Neville). Riddle was previously unbeaten before Neville injured him cost him a chance to main event this PPV. A match like this was full of hart hitting, nasty moves and lots of pain for both men.

King Neville, as hard as he tried, could not force the former MMA man to submit to any moves, including the Rings of Saturn, Ankle Locks and even a Sharpshooter. The shooter used a lot of takedowns and strikes to stop Neville going high.

Corey graves speculated that Riddle came back too soon for this bout and he was right as it was King Neville who would win after a Red Arrow to Riddle’s leg left him unable to kick out.

Rush and Lethal v Fenix and Mike Tyson

Amazingly, Jay Lethal would use the chance to cosplay again but this time he was Machismo Holyfield.

Let’s cut to the chase here, despite LIWW’s obvious talents this is the big PPV of the year featuring a celebrity appearance, the result is obvious. How we got there was a Tyson right hand knocked out Machismo Holyfield. Fenix went on to pin Rush after Tyson smacked in a low blow on Rush while the ref checked on Lethal.

Toni Storm v Carmella (W/Natalya)

This bout was another chance for the women’s division to showcase it talent while both performers see themselves as World Champion materiel. Toni. Despite her age, is further along in the honing of her skill and was able to overcome the talented Carmela.

Alberto Del Rio v Mick Foley (Street Fight)

This bout was billed a street fight and that is where it stated, outside the arena, a victory could only take place in the ring so the competitors had to fight their way back to the ring. When Foley got the upper hand Del Rio realised his best chance was to flee and ran, of all places back to the ring. Cory Graves thought this was genius as at least in the ring Foley’s advantage was taken away.

The fans certainly enjoyed seeing Foley lay a hurt on Del Rio away from the ring and were really excited to see Foley out wrestle Del Rio for a little while. Del Rio, younger, fitter, stronger survived and got a hard earned victory.

Post-match, leading to intermission, Mick Foley got a great send off from the fans and we expect this is the last time we will see Foley as an in ring performer (in ICE Wrestling).

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PPV Part 2




Jeff Cobb (Champion) v Pentagon Dark - IC Title

A match that came about as Pentagon seemed to think he was followed around by Matanza Cueto. Jeff Cobb though said Cueto was in his past and he was in ICE Wrestling to be Mr Athletic.

When the two finally fought, we got a real mixed fight, throws, slams from one side (Jeff) and attempts to hurt, work body parts by Pentagon Dark. Eventually they both started striking as both looked like thet enjoyed the hits and crowd loved what they saw.

When Pentagon Dark finally won the bout with a double stomp both men looked very tired and ended up hugging, as if the battle and crowd reaction gave them both what they wanted from their time in ICE Wrestling.

Charlotte Flair (Champion) v Trish Stratus - ICE Wrestling Women's Championship

A bout that had to happen once they were on the same show. Flair has showed no fear and is a fighting Champion and no doubt would have accepted a challenge laid down by Trish. But Stratus chose a differant path and earned the match by becoming No 1 contender.

Their eventual bout was he longest on the card and showed why ICE Wrestling is proud of this division and looking to grow it into the future.

A highlight and beginning of the end was a moonsault to the outside miss by Flair. This saw Trish set Charlotte up on a table before a big miss of her own when going for a splash from the top rope.

This led to Charlotte hitting natural selection on the oustide, followed by another in the ring for a 1-2-3.

Diamond Contract Ladder Match: Switchblade v Castle v TBC

Fans speculated that Tajiri, successful in the pre-show battle royal when he eliminated Wolfgang from the bout, but owner DM Seven had other ideas, he said this bout should be about the future and by a Kings request, he was adding the victor from tonight’s opener King Neville. Seven also said he remembered how Neville interfered in his No 1 contenders tournament so he was also adding the man who suffered most by that interference, Matt Riddle.

Diamond Contract Match: Switchblade v Castle v King Neville v Riddle

Early on Castle and Switchblade would find themselves battling in the ring as the hurting Riddle (slowly) chased Neville around the Arena with a steel chair in hand. King Neville managed to leave Riddle on the stage when he bumped him off the side and the ladder match became a triple threat.

As in any good story thought the battered hero made a big return and knocked Neville from the top of the ladder as Neville landed on the top rope with a leg either side. Riddle also managed a big suplex (with one leg) on Castle before awkwardly climbing the ladder to claim

The Rock (Champion) v Tetsuya Naito - ICE Wrestling World Heavyweight Championship

The Biggest star in Hollywood came back to wrestling to avenge a fallen friend. He ended up the biggest star in wrestling when as part of his avenging he won the ICE Wrestling World title. But then he had to deal with a star dust genius and his Los Ingobernables compadres. Finding some help from Mike Tyson along the way Rock survived some dodgy moments were beat downs looked likely and vowed to sent Stardust Genius dreams and Rocks own BOOT right up Naito's a$$.

Come bell time Naito, though he has won the big one in Japan, was determined to sieze the bigger moment of his career and go from Statdust Genius to Superstar Genius.

Rock started fast and Naito took some pubishment but smiled his way through and chose to pose when the chance for a counter attack arrived. As the match wore on both men had signature moves and close falls but Naito repeatedly stopped Rock bottom attempts.

Eventually the Stardust became the Superstar by reversing another Rock bottom into Destino and to the surprise if fans got the three count at first time of asking.

Direction of the show Post PPV:

The Rock’s return as a booker was to gain form his profile, in kayfabe it was to avenge the behaviour of Alberto Del Rio towards his Friend Mick Foley. As Foley could stand up for himself and Rock has lost the title he can go back to a non in ring performer (for a little while at least).

Naito: The New Champion won without any shenanigans, no controversy and as part of LIWW should be set up for a long run as champion. In the background though is the presence of Matt Riddle and his Diamond Contract victory, Riddle can now bide his time, heal up and strike any time he wants to have his World Heavyweight Title shot.

Alberto Del Rio never received his rematch for the title and Alberto will be looking to have that opportunity.

Other people to watch are King Neville and Pentagon Dark. King Neville by winning the opening bout with Riddle has a major claim to a title shot while Pentagon Dark appears to have put his own demons behind him and brought out the devil inside.

Mick Foley will go back to his GM role and continue recruiting, continue inspiring and pushing people to be the best.

For the women, Charlotte winning out and proving herself as a dominant champion provides a strong base for the division to continue to grow. A fighting champion, who has battled a variety of opponents should build anticipation for an eventual defeat and put over any opponent who can even last in a bout which such a great champion (an eventual new champion should be a great moment). The future of Trish Status, as a wrestler is unclear; the veteran is more likely to appear sporadically for big events and shows than be a full time roster member. Toni Storm is well placed to continue to challenge while Carmella’s link to Natalya should help her improve and grow as a wrestler.

The direction for other wrestlers is wide open, Fenix, Switchblade, Castle, Tajiri, Jeff Cobb, Wolfgang could all go for glory in the singles division or even see some folks team up to take on Rush and Lethal a soon to be announced Tag Team Title division (post ICE and Fire).

beakerjoe

Beyond Chaos ULTIMATE CHAOS 3

We have 7 matches tonight as we open on a hot crowd in Las Vegas Nevada. The pyros go off after an opening video package outlining the main matches, in particular the main event.

Tomasso Ciampa vs Johnny Gargano

The hot crowd is cheering loudly but that turns to anger as Tomasso Ciampa makes his entrance. Tomasso is wearing a T-shirt with the slogan “I’m gonna break Garganos leg” plastered across it. Ciampa is jaw jacking with the crowd when Gargano comes from behind and the fight is on.

After some back and forth brawling, Gargano throws Ciampa in the ring and the match officially begins. The match has the crowd very much involved with them 100 percent behind Gargano and equally against Ciampa. The match is very 50 50, with the story of this match being both men knowing each other so well, they keep countering and blocking each others moves.

Eventually Ciampa chop blocks Garganos knee and he takes control of the match, working excessively on the leg. Ciampa hits some leg locks and stomps before getting more vicious by performing a suplex knee breaker across the steel steps. Once the action returns to the ring, Gargano gets a second wind of sorts which is quickly over when his knee gives out. Ciampa swiftly locks in a figure four on the post doing more damage to Garganos knee.

Cimapa signals the end in the ring and positions Gargano for a power bomb. Gargano slips to the floor. Ciampa again attempts to position Gargano again and again he falls to the match due to his knee buckling. The ref checks on Gargano and looks to call it over but Ciampa pushes the ref and threatens him before returning to Gargano. Ciampa looks to postion him one final time but as he does Johnny grabs him down for a small package and gets a quick 1...2...3 out of nowhere.

Winner and still the holder of the contract of Chaos, Johnny Gargano.

Ciampa is stunned as Johnny rolls to the outside. Johnny is in pain yet smiling in victory as Ciampa is shocked. Ciampa isnt finished and attacks Gargano after the match and goes to Pillmanise Garganos knee but is stopped before he hits it by some officials.



American Wolves versus HOH (Hassan and O’Haire)

A match with a simple story, Eddie Edwards is cut off from his partner and worked over by both Hassan and Sean O’Haire. Plenty of cheating and bending of the rules by HOH and keep Richards out of the match by isolating Edwards. Edwards eventually makes the hot tag and Davey Richards hits a flurry of moves on both Hassan and O’Haire. He is soon joined by Edwards and the hit a succession of sweet double team moves (double superkick, a total elimination and a super kick into a german suplex combo).

The finish comes when Hassan causes a ref bump allowing O’Haire to enter the match with a chair. He takes out Edwards before performing a con-chair-to Richards. Hassan and O’Haire dumps the chairs and Hassan revives the ref allowing O’Haire to pin Richards.


Winners, HOH


Baron Corbins music hits and the arena erupts into a chorus of boos at the sight of the lone wolf. His opponent, Roderick Strong is out next and the commentary team are debate whether Strong has what it takes to take down the bigger Corbin.

A match very much about Corbin dominating the small Roderick Strong and failing to put him away. Corbin is in control for most of the match, hitting his signature move Deep Six, a massive superplex and even a tombstone piledriver. But despite this he can not score the pinfall on Strong. Strong has a few small flurys of offense but nothing sustainable as he struggles to land a single backbreaker on Corbin.



Eventually Strong gets a good run of moves, and then hits a backbreaker which opens the floodgates for a series of modified backbreakers on Corbin. The flurry gets the crowd behind him but they are suddenly silenced by and End of Days finisher by Corbin.Corbin gets the pin but Strong gets his shoulder up at the last. Corbin is frustrated and places Strong on the top rope. He looks to go for some sort of adapted End of Days from the top rope but Strong counters with a sunset flip into backbreaker from the top rope, 1...2….3

Winner, Roderick Strong


Andrade Cien Almas vs Rey Mysterio

A high flying match between two of the best. Some great spots to start the match off, with Almas doing his caught in the ropes spot only to be dropkicked to the outside by Rey. Soon later, Rey does the spot himself much to the amusement of the crowd. This enraged Almas who charges only to get kicked in the face leaving him hanging between the ropes himself and only narrowly avoiding a 619 attempt.

Lots of high spots follow such as Rey going for another 619 only to be thrown to the outside. Almas follows this up with a corkscrew moonsault. Some hard hitting moves follow from Almas like a sweet implant DDT and a double knee to the face for Rey as he lay prone in the corner.

Rey would make a come back and he would be successful in hitting a 619 followed by a big splash only for Almas to kick out, Almas would regain control, hitting a top rope falling DDT only for Rey to kick out. Mysterio would recover and manage to 'drop da dime' for a two count, while Almas using Mysterio's own West Coast Pop move for a 2 count.

The fans would be chanting this is awesome and both men would recover to trade blows in the middle of the ring. The finish of the match saw Mysterio attempt a springboard moonsault but Almas to catch him, spin him around and hit his patented armbreaker DDT for the win.

Winner : Andrade Cien Almas



Eva Marie and Shayna Baszler versus Nikki Cross

A surprisingly quick match as Cross takes out Baslzer quickly by handcuffing her after a quick exchange in the corner much to the delight of the fans in attendance

This would leave Eva Marie alone and helpless. After a brief chase, in which Eva Marie tries to pay off Cross in the end, Cross beats the holy hell out of Eva Marie and pins her clean 1..2...3… as her bodyguard watchs on.

Winner and new champion, Nikki Cross.




Sylvester Stallone w/ Rhyno versus Samoa Joe

Stallone is accompanied by Rhyno who is still dressed like Mick from the Rocky Movies and Stallone is wearing the Rocky shorts himself.

Samoa Joe taunts Stallone throughout the match, and it starts with Joe charging at Stallone only to be caught with a drop toe hold. Joe is clearly under estimating Stallone and goes for Stallone again only to be hip tossed. Joe smiles and charges at Stallone again and this time Stallone side steps and Joe goes into the ring post through the ropes to the outside.

Joe composes himself and takes charge with few sharp jabs and a few stiff kicks. Joe then hits a ton of power moves, such as a german suplex, a belly to belly suplex and a powerslam to Stallone. Joe slaps the fallen Stallone, begging “Rocky” to get up while Rhyno is creaming at him to “get up ya bum, finish this fight”. Rhynos then jumps on the apron and shouts some more Mick like phrases at Stallone and he gets the attention of Joe. Joe smashes Rhyno down to the floor but as he turns around to get hit with a flurry of right hands from Stallone.

Hit rights and lefts from Stallone, and Joe is Rocked. The crowd are behind Stallone but Joe silences them quickly as Stallone misses one right and Joe counters with a Kokina Clutch. Stallone is in deep trouble as Joe locks in the hold and adds a scissors. Stallone tries to hold on but has to tap.

Winner : Samoa Joe

Bret Hart Vs Chris Benoit

The main event has the big fight feel as both men enter. Its a hard hitting match with plenty of stiff moves and holds. Its pretty much back and forth early on as both men chop the hell out of each other and hit each other with hard elbows and stiff fists.

The match descended into a brawl early on as emotions spilled got the better of each man, but this seemed to suit Benoit better as he was the calmer of the two. Benoit took control, with Bret going to the outside after a vicious clothesline sending both men over the ropes. Benoit then took advantage as he battered Bret off everything on teh outside area before Bret reversed an Irish whip into the ringpost. The match went back into teh ring and it settled into a rhythm of mat wrestling, Bret took control and got the better of the wrestling, though Benoit held his own. After 10 minutes they were evenly matched, and when Bret suplexed Benoit to the outside. With Benoit down, Bret began to pull off the monitors from the nearby announce table.


Bret then grabbed Benoit, hooking him by the waist and attempted a German Suplex. Benoit would reverse it sending Bret crashing through.

The match would go back to the ring with Benoit smashing Bret with running dropkicks, devastating suplexes and even a top rope headbutt. Benoit would miss a clothesline attempt to which Bret reversed giving Bret a way back. Bret would take the control here, hitting his usual moveset of aan atmoic drop, followed by a backbreaker, and a second rope Elbow.

As Bret went for a sharpshooter, Benoit would reverse it into a small package cradel, into a Crossface. Bret would be in agony but would get to the ropes. Benoit would work the arm of Bret and scream that hes going to break it as he pulls Bret into the center to go for the crossface again. He locks it in and the end is neigh for Bret. This brings out David Benoit, the son of Chris and protege of Bret. He grabs a chair and slides into the ring making Chris release the Crossface. David hesitates with the chair and Chris grabs it and uses it on his son in a despicable moment. Bret recovers and rallies with right hands and smashes Benoit with a chair. Bret still holding the chair is waiting for a now bloody Chris Benoit to rise to his feet, yet favouring his arm. The blood is flowing fast from Benoits skull as he struggles to his feet. As Chris reaches his feet, Bret is destricted unintentionally by David who stumbles into him. This allows Chris to smash Bret with a forearm.

Chris grabs the chair and smashes Bret with it serveral times before grabbing Bret in the Crossface. Blood is covering the face of Benoit as he maniacally synches in the Crossface and screams at Bret to tap. Bret is in agony and cant shimmy to the ropes at all due to the hold. Bret fades and eventually passes out and teh ref calls it.

Winner and New Champion : Chris Benoit

The bell rings and Chris releases the hold with Bret out cold. Chris celebrates with his face a crimson red as he is handed the title.

But Suddenly............

The music of Johnny Gargano sparks up and the crowd go wild as Gargano limps to ringside with his Contract of Chaos briefcase in hand. As Gargano makes his way down teh aisle, Benoit drops the belt and stumbles as he summons Johnny to the ring. But unknowingly to Benoit, his son David is behind him with a chair and he turns to get clocked in the skull by his chairwielding son. Johnny enters and hands teh briefcase to the ref as David leaves yelling at Johnny to "end this sorry son of a bitch". The bell offically rings and Johnny urges Chris to his feet. The blood drips from Benoits head as he slowly reaches his feet. Benoit is battered from the match with Bret,dazed from the chairshot by his Son and weak from the blood loss as he finally reaches his feet with the crowd on teh edge of their seats.

Johnny charges at Benoit, and hits a superkick.....Johnny pins Benoit

1..........2.............3.

Johnny Gargano wins it, he pins Benoit. Benoit is out cold as Johnny picks up the title with tears in his eyes and Benoits blood on his hands. The PPV goes off the air with Johnny Gargano standing tall on teh top rope as thes fans go wild!!!!