Ricky Ortiz def. local athlete
Boogeyman def. Paul Burchill (DQ)
World Tag Team Champion John Morrison def. World Tag Team Champion The Miz, Finlay and Mark Henry (Fatal Four Way Match)

CHICAGO - The fever of the Royal Rumble took over the Land of the Extreme as tag team champions put their own interests to the forefront, former champions set their sights on reclaiming the gold, and others just went worm crazy.

World Tag Team Champion John Morrison def. World Tag Team Champion The Miz, Finlay and Mark Henry (Fatal Four Way Match) (WATCH | PHOTOS)
The dirt was flying in a dynamic Fatal Four Way Match between four of ECW’s Royal Rumble Match participants. With Hall of Famer Tony Atlas trying to get Mark Henry on his feet outside the ring before the World’s Strongest Man decided to leave the match entirely, Hornswoggle emerged to tadpole splash Morrison. Finlay then hit The Miz with the Celtic Cross, but was denied the win when Morrison kneed him out of the way and picked up the victory over his “Dirt Sheet” co-star himself. Will it continue to be every man for himself at the Royal Rumble? (Royal Rumble Match preview)

Matt Hardy and ECW Champion Jack Swagger exchange strong words (WATCH | PHOTOS)
After Matt Hardy informed Todd Grisham that, in his opinion, his brother Jeff’s pyrotechnics accident on last Friday Night’s SmackDown “was no accident,” the former ECW Champion’s successor Jack Swagger showed up and made a comment about Matt at the expense of his brother’s injury. Hardy responded by knocking the “All-American American” out of the ring with one punch and then attacking him outside the ring. As officials struggled to restrain Hardy, Swagger delivered a quick shot in return before retreating with the title.

Don’t miss all the action of this heated rivalry when Matt Hardy gets the opportunity to regain the gold from Swagger in a rematch for the ECW Championship at the Royal Rumble. (ECW Championship Match preview)
 
Boogeyman def. Paul Burchill (DQ) (PHOTOS)
When Paul Burchill barged into ECW General Manager Theodore Long’s office to demand a rematch with DJ Gabriel, Long decided to set the Superstar straight on who calls the shots in the Land of the Extreme. Before he knew it, Burchill found himself in a match against Boogeyman, who earned a victory by disqualification after Burchill’s sister Katie Lea decided to kick her way into the match. After the bell, Paul Burchill just barely pulled Katie Lea to safety before she was forced to suffer a worming from Boogeyman.

Ricky Ortiz def. local athlete (PHOTOS)
Ricky Ortiz continued to build his momentum, defeating a local athlete after he drilled him with the Big O, to the extreme pleasure of the WWE Universe. Following the match, Ortiz asked the WWE Universe to rally up!

21-01-2009 om 22:17 geschreven door jefken  

CM Punk makes WWE history with title win

Thanks to Mike V. for the following:

So after C.M. Punk won the title tonight, I did some research. Punk became a triple crown champion (World, Tag Team, Intercontinental) faster than anyone else in the company. From his first title reign (June 30, 2008) to tonight (January 19, 2009), it has been 203 days. The only person close to that was Kevin Nash who became a triple crown champion in 227 days. Don't know if this means anything in the long run, but it is interesting to see Vince solidify him in history like this.

20-01-2009 om 22:50 geschreven door jefken  

Melina def. Jillian
Cryme Tyme def. World Tag Team Champions The Miz & John Morrison
Rey Mysterio def. Mike Knox by disqualification
CM Punk def. Intercontinental Champion William Regal in a No Disqualification Match for the title
Women’s Champion Beth Phoenix def. Kelly Kelly
Randy Orton won a Six-Man Over-the-Top Rope Challenge Match

CHICAGO – When Raw took place in the Windy City, the WWE Universe was ecstatic to welcome back Mr. McMahon after more than six months away, and our fans in attendance were just as enthused to watch their hometown hero, CM Punk, become the new Intercontinental Champion. Not everyone on the Raw roster was happy about the manner of Mr. McMahon’s return, however, as was evidenced by Randy Orton assaulting the Chairman, laying him out with a slap and an utterly vicious punt to the skull.

Mr. McMahon returned to Raw, approving of how his daughter runs the show; Chris Jericho rehired; Randy Orton interrupts and attacks Mr. McMahon with a punt to the head (PHOTOS | WATCH)
Making his much anticipated return to Raw, Mr. McMahon announced to the WWE Universe that six months after his life-threatening accident, he is totally recovered and feels better than ever. After allowing Chris Jericho to speak his peace about Stephanie McMahon and the way she’s run the show, Mr. McMahon allowed his daughter to make the decision whether to rehire Jericho and place him back in the Royal Rumble. The Executive Vice President decided that she would reinstate the first-ever Undisputed Champion, but only on the condition that he apologize to her as well as the entire WWE Universe. Eating humble pie, Jericho apologized, rendering himself as hypocritical as he claims our fans are.

The McMahons were then interrupted by Randy Orton, demanding an apology from Stephanie for slapping him, and continuing to treat her with extreme disrespect. The Executive Vice President attempted to slap Orton, but Mr. McMahon stopped her, insisting that he deal with the Legend Killer himself. The Chairman then demanded that Orton treat his family with respect and apologize right then and there. The third-generation Superstar refused, and when Mr. McMahon attempted to fire him, Orton responded with a slap and his vicious punt to the head, forcing the Chairman to be carried from the ring by EMTs.

Melina def. Jillian; Women’s Champion Beth Phoenix and Rosa Mendes both attacked Melina (PHOTOS)
Melina picked up momentum going into her Women’s Championship Match this Sunday by defeating Jillian. But after putting Raw’s tone-deaf songstress down, Melina was once again attacked by Rosa Mendes, this time at Santino Marella’s suggestion. Before The Glamazon’s potential “intern” could do much damage however, Women’s Champion Beth Phoenix herself entered the ring, casting Mendes aside in order to get some licks in on her Royal Rumble opponent. Though Phoenix’s beau, Santino Marella was clearly expecting a thank you from the Women’s Champion, he got no such thing as she refused to hug him after stating that she doesn’t need anyone’s help to defeat Melina.

Cryme Tyme def. World Tag Team Champions The Miz & John Morrison to earn a title opportunity (PHOTOS)
World Tag Team Champions The Miz & John Morrison came to the ring, hoping for one of them to challenge “Hacksaw” Jim Duggan, the winner of the first Royal Rumble. The “Dirt Sheet” duo’s plans to commemorate this year’s Royal Rumble by defeating Duggan were scrapped however, when it was Cryme Tyme that joined them in the ring. Intending to honor Martin Luther King Day, and Barack Obama’s imminent inauguration, Shad & JTG challenged Miz & Morrison to a match. Raw’s Robbin’ Hoods stipulated that if they win, they would earn a title opportunity at some point in the future, and to sweeten the deal, promised that if they were to lose, then the self-proclaimed “chick magnet” and the Shaman of Sexy wouldn’t have to deal with them again. Luckily for the “Word Up” duo, however, they were victorious over the World Tag Team Champions, earning themselves a future title opportunity.

Rey Mysterio def. Mike Knox by disqualification; Chris Jericho is appearing on Raw at the request of Mr. McMahon (PHOTOS)
For weeks, Rey Mysterio has been ambushed and assaulted by the sadistic Mike Knox, for reasons unknown to the WWE Universe. Though Raw saw the two Superstars face off one-on-one for the first time, we are no closer to understanding the Desert Destroyer’s intentions, as Knox stated that he has no problem with the Master of the 619, and doesn’t even have a reason for his attacks. The massive ring warrior continued to put his brutality on display against Mysterio, however, and was disqualified on account of it, giving the Ultimate Underdog the win.

Following the match, Stephanie McMahon walked into her office to find none other than Chris Jericho, whom she had fired the week before, waiting for her. The first-ever Undisputed Champion revealed to the Executive Vice President that her father, Mr. McMahon was allowing him a chance to speak his peace after the Chairman’s much heralded return, and that he didn’t plan on holding anything back regarding his treatment at Stephanie’s hands.

World Heavyweight Champion John Cena and JBL signed the contract for their Royal Rumble match, afterward the Longhorn Loudmouth and his employee, Shawn Michaels, attacked The Champ (PHOTOS | WATCH)
In order to make their scheduled Royal Rumble match official, World Heavyweight Champion John Cena met his challenger, JBL and the self-made millionaire’s employee, Shawn Michaels, in the ring for a contract signing. After both competitors signed the document, an argument broke out between The Champ and HBK, regarding the role Michaels might play in Sunday’s World Heavyweight Championship Match. Though The Showstopper admitted that he was as disgusted by JBL as anyone, he admitted that he planned on working for the self-proclaimed “wrestling god,” in order to provide for his family. Then, at the No. 1 contender’s signal, HBK attacked Cena and attempted to hit him with Sweet Chin Music. Though The Champ avoided the kick, he was besieged by JBL, who dealt out his vicious Clothesline from Hell.

CM Punk def. Intercontinental Champion William Regal in a No Disqualification Match for the title (PHOTOS | WATCH)
For the third week in a row, CM Punk faced William Regal with the British brawler’s Intercontinental Title on the line. As a result of their previous match-ups ending inconclusively, their contest on Raw was a No Disqualification Match. The Straightedge Superstar went on to prove that he’s as capable of thriving in a no-rules environment as the devious Regal, defeating him to begin his first-ever Intercontinental Championship reign in his hometown of Chicago. In addition to his new title, Punk was also awarded a position in this Sunday’s Royal Rumble Match.

Randy Orton confronts Stephanie McMahon, who slaps him for his insolence
While celebrating his earlier victory with his “Legacy,” Randy Orton learned from Ted DiBiase and Cody Rhodes that former potential “Legacy” members Manu and Sim Snuka were seen speaking with Stephanie McMahon, and that there were rumors that she might fire the Legend Killer as she did Chris Jericho the week prior. Intending to hedge his bets, Orton went to suck up to the Executive Vice President, who promptly saw through his brownnosing. The third-generation Superstar then let loose on Stephanie, saying that she hasn’t done anything worthwhile, and that after her father returns, she’ll be out of a job, causing the woman who runs Raw to slap the insulting Orton.

Women’s Champion Beth Phoenix def. Kelly Kelly; Santino Marella suggested “Glamarella” take on Rosa Mendes as an intern (PHOTOS)
Though it’s been clear that Kelly Kelly has greatly improved her in-ring ability in recent weeks, her quickness and agility just weren’t enough when she stepped into the ring with Women’s Champion Beth Phoenix. The Glamazon used her immense strength and power to put down the blond bombshell, lending credence to her claim as the most dominant Diva. Following the match, Phoenix met up with her beau, Santino Marella, who had a special surprise for her: The Glamazon’s crazed No. 1 fan, Rosa Mendes. The Italian Superstar was eager to bring Mendes on as an intern, but Phoenix reserved judgment. After the Women’s Champion took her leave, Marella told Mendes that he knows how she can impress The Glamazon.

Randy Orton won a Six-Man Over-the-Top Rope Challenge Match (PHOTOS | WATCH)
Raw kicked off with a huge match intended to give the WWE Universe a taste of what they can expect from this Sunday’s Royal Rumble Match. Six Royal Rumble competitors took to the ring in an Over-the-Top Rope Challenge that included Kofi Kingston, Kane, Santino Marella, Randy Orton and his “Legacy”: Ted DiBiase and Cody Rhodes. Showing their allegiance to their mentor, DiBiase and Rhodes assisted Orton, working to eliminate all their competition. The humongous Kane provided the most difficulty, eliminating Rhodes and nearly tossing out Orton before DiBiase sacrificed himself to get rid of Kane, allowing the Legend Killer to pick up the win.

20-01-2009 om 22:34 geschreven door jefken  

Randy Orton Involved In Altercation With Fan

Credit: F4WOnline.com

Randy Orton was involved in an altercation with a fan at the RAW house show in La Crosse, WI last night. According to a report, a fan said something at Orton that upset him. Orton got in the fans face, used foul language, and shoved the guardrail into the fans leg. Orton also reportedly grabbed the fans hat and threw it.

19-01-2009 om 22:45 geschreven door jefken  

19-01-2009 om 22:42 geschreven door jefken  

Scott Steiner's health not as bad as reported?

The health of TNA Main Event Mafia member Scott Steiner has become a topic of conversation with so many injuries recently occurring in TNA. Friends of Steiner say that statements about Steiner experiencing unbearable back pain are “false statements that tarnish his achievements” according to the PWTorch.com.

“Does he have aches and pains? Yes, however he does not drink alcohol or indulge in numbing amounts of painkillers like so many do to numb their pain,” said a close friend of Steiner’s.

For many individuals and fans outside of Steiner’s inner circle, it’s often difficult to see a separation in his character and actual personality outside of the ring, which may affect perceptions of Steiner.

“Scott is a person with a lot of integrity, people that don’t know him have total misconceptions of what he is all about,” said one friend. “As for his fans, he obviously always trys to stay in character because he likes to keep his personal and professional life separate.”

Steiner has been limited in the ring, like most TNA wrestlers on the number of in-ring TV appearances, but he remains committed to performing at a high level for TNA.

“He really enjoys working for TNA and will continue to give 100 percent,” said one friend.

19-01-2009 om 22:37 geschreven door jefken  

Steven "Steve" Paul Lewington (born February 25, 1983 in Wokingham, Berkshire, England), is an English professional wrestler. He is currently contracted to World Wrestling Entertainment working on the ECW brand under the name DJ Gabriel.

Career

All Star Promotions and Ohio Valley Wrestling (2003–2005)

After graduating from Senior School Sixth Form, Lewington attended Farnborough College of Technology where he earned a Higher National Diploma in Aeronautical Engineering.

However after gaining an interest in professional wrestling, Lewington applied and was accepted to attend an Ohio Valley Wrestling Tryout in America between February 23 and 28, 2003. Lewington's official training began 8 months later in the beginners' class at the Old Davis arena.

Lewington would return to England in late 2004 where he would work with All Star Wrestling. Throughout early 2005, Lewington would train and appear with ASW as well as becoming the subject of an episode of UKTV People's Secret Life of the Gym.

World Wrestling Entertainment (2005–present)

While WWE was touring England in 2005, Lewington would make three appearances on its main programming, once as a jobber on Carlito's Cabana, once as a jobber to Kurt Angle after Angle disrespected England (the show was in UK) and once as part of the WWE security squad that helped keep the warring Raw and SmackDown! wrestlers apart. Other British wrestlers including Robbie Brookside and Thunder were a part of the security team.

After his appearances in WWE programming in 2005, Lewington stayed in the United Kingdom to compete for the ASW promotion, under the ring name Steve Sonic. On January 17, 2006 in Croydon, Steve Sonic faced Drew McDonald in a ladder match for the ASW British Heavyweight Championship, a match he would win. Sonic would remain champion for several months before relinquishing the title to return to WWE's developmental promotion in July 2006.

Developmental territories

During April 2007, WWE would once again tour England allowing Lewington to make another appearance on Raw, this time as a jobber for Umaga. His performance in this match would earn Lewington a developmental deal. After receiving his contract, Lewington was sent to Ohio Valley Wrestling (OVW) and formed a tag team called Terminal Velocity with Chet the Jett. After Florida Championship Wrestling (FCW) opened, however, Terminal Velocity was moved down to the new territory. After a brief run in FCW, Terminal Velocity was called back up to OVW and won the OVW Southern Tag Team Championship for the first time, giving Lewington the very first tag team championship of his career. On September 26, 2007, Lewington and Chet lost their belts to The James Boys (KC James and Kassidy James). After their title loss, both Lewington's and his partner Chet the Jett's profiles were removed from the official OVW website and they were both moved back down to FCW. After their return to FCW, however, Terminal Velocity was split up when Chet renamed himself Mariouz Jablonski and started a gimmick based on his Polish ancestry.

Lewington later began teaming with Heath Miller and both advanced to the finals of a tournament to crown the inaugural FCW Florida Tag Team Champions, but they were defeated by The Puerto Rican Nightmares (Eddie Colón and Eric Perez). Lewington and Miller defeated Brandon Groom and Greg Jackson and The Thoroughbreds (Johnny Curtis and Kevin Kiley)^] on the road to the finals. On March 4, 2008 he changed his name to Jack Gabriel.

ECW brand

On the November 18, 2008 edition of ECW on SciFi, Lewington made his debut as a face under the ring name DJ Gabriel, with a dancing gimmick, and was managed by Alicia Fox. He defeated local wrestler Sal Rinauro in his debut match for the brand. During the next weeks, he defeated jobbers. On the last ECW episode of the 2008, DJ Gabriel defeated Paul Burchill. On the Tuesday, January 13th, edition of ECW, DJ Gabriel and Alicia Fox defeated Paul Burchill and Katie Lea Burchill, in a Mixed Tag Team Match.

In wrestling

• Finishing and signature moves
• As DJ Gabriel

• Diving corkscrew European uppercut
• Arm wrench followed into an over the shoulder arm drag
• Double underhook suplex
• Modified drop toe–hold
• Giant swing
• Gutbuster drop

• As Steve Lewington

• G–Force (Inverted stunner)
• Snap swinging neckbreaker
• Arm drag
• Back elbow
• Dropkick, sometimes from the top rope
• Sonic Boom (Modified dragon whip)
• Tornado DDT

• Nicknames

• "The British Babe"
• "Lewy"
• "English" Steve Lewington

• Managers

• Alicia Fox

Championships and accomplishments

• All Star Promotions

• ASW British Heavyweight Championship (1 time)

• Ohio Valley Wrestling

• OVW Southern Tag Team Championship (1 time) – with Chet the Jet

19-01-2009 om 00:00 geschreven door jefken  

Details on MVP's first win in five months

MVP's 22-match losing streak was finally snapped on last night's edition of Friday Night SmackDown after Big Show could not answer the 10-count in their "Last Man Standing Match." This was MVP's first match victory in nearly five months. Prior to last night's win, his last victory took place on the August 22, 2008 edition of SmackDown in a count out win over Festus. Here is a timeline of his losing streak:

08-29 SmackDown - Pinfall loss to Jeff Hardy.
09-05 SmackDown - Pinfall loss to Shelton Benjamin.
09-07 Unforgiven - Pinned twice; by Jeff Hardy, and by Triple H at the conclusion of the match.
09-12 SmackDown - Lost Fatal Four Way Match to Jeff Hardy when The Brian Kendrick was pinned.
09-19 SmackDown - Pinfall loss to Triple H.
09-26 SmackDown - Pinfall loss to Triple H in tag match vs. Triple H & Jeff Hardy.
10-03 SmackDown - Pinfall loss to Jeff Hardy in All Star Eight-Man Tag Team Match.
10-10 SmackDown - Pinfall loss to Jeff Hardy.
10-17 SmackDown - Pinfall loss to R-Truth.
10-24 SmackDown - Pinfall loss to Kung Fu Naki in tag match vs. R-Truth & Kung Fu Naki.
10-31 SmackDown - Pinfall loss to Jeff Hardy in a 6-man tag match vs the Hardys and Rey Mysterio.
11-03 Raw - Pinfall loss to Matt Hardy in a tag match vs the Hardys.
11-07 SmackDown - Pinfall loss to The Great Khali.
11-14 SmackDown - Pinfall loss to Kung Fu Naki.
11-21 SmackDown - Pinfall loss to James Mason.
11-23 Survivor Series - Pinfall loss to The Great Khali. Also pinned JTG during the match.
12-02 ECW - Pinfall loss to Matt Hardy
12-05 SmackDown - Pinfall loss to Hurricane Helms.
12-08 Raw - Pinfall loss to MVC (Most Valuable Charlie).
12-12 SmackDown - Pinfall loss to R-Truth.
12-26 SmackDown - Pinfall loss to The Great Khali.
01-02 Smackdown - Pinfall loss to Kizarny.
01-16 Smackdown - Victory over Big Show. (Last Man Standing Match)

18-01-2009 om 16:51 geschreven door jefken  

 News on WWE Future Endeavors Club

Thus far, WWE has released a total of 16 talents/producers in 2009 -- with many more cuts likely to come. The cut list so far this year is as follows:

WWE Future Endeavors Club (Class of '09)

Main Roster Departures
» Bam Neely
» D-Lo Brown
» Gavin Spears
» Hardcore Holly
» Ron Simmons
» Val Venis

Developmental Departures
» Hade Vansen
» Kevin Thorn
» Matt Cappotelli
» Mike Kruel

Referee/Producer Departures
» Jim Korderas
» Kevin Keenan
» Mickie Henson
» Mike Posey
» Sgt. Slaughter
» Tim White

18-01-2009 om 16:47 geschreven door jefken  

Update On Jeff Hardy's "Accident"

The WWE website has an update on WWE Champion Jeff Hardy's involvement in a pyrotechnics accident on last night's edition of Friday Night SmackDown. According to the website, Hardy went into shock after suffering what appeared to be first and second degree burns from the explosion. He was then rushed to a local medical facility where he was treated for his injuries. The website will update his situation as more details become available.

18-01-2009 om 16:44 geschreven door jefken  

Reason why Manu got kicked out of The Legacy

sources: PWInsider.com, www.f4wonline.com

Several pushed for Manu to be kicked out of The Legacy, most notably, Randy Orton. The feeling is that he isn't in the same league or had the same amount of potential as others in the group, and didn't really fit in as a result. Many believe the group would be better off with Orton, Cody Rhodes, Ted DiBiase and possibly DH Smith.

Considering that he's no longer apart of Legacy, many feel Manu may not be long for WWE.

18-01-2009 om 16:39 geschreven door jefken  

Helms Not Impressed With Punk-Regal Feud

SmackDown wrestler Hurricane Helms did a Q & A on his MySpace account answering a set of questions from the fans. He listed the non-WWE wrestlers he'd like to work with one day. Helms wrote: "Ron Zombie, Human Tornado (think what a team we’d make) Chris Sabin, Samoa Joe and Roxxi. I’m pretty sure that I could destroy them all, with the possible exception of Roxxi." When asked about about the CM Punk vs. William Regal feud, Helms said he's not impressed. "So far I’m not impressed, but mainly because I know what these two are capable of," Helms wrote. Regarding how he met TNA Knockout Velvet Sky, he said: "I bought her off the internet! LOL She hates it when I say that! LOL" Helms was asked if he could ever see himself wrestling for a promotion besides WWE. Helms wrote: "I’m sure that when/if my WWE career ends and I’m still able to perform that I would seek employment elsewhere just as anyone would if they left their current job. I might even start my own promotion. I’d call it FEW, Future Endeavors Wrestling! I’m sure to get heat for that remark!"

18-01-2009 om 16:33 geschreven door jefken  

Regarding Christian Cage, who will be debuting on WWE soon, Carter said she was not happy with Christian's decision to return to WWE.

"I’m very disappointed," she said. "I like him as a person as well as a talent. It’s interesting, he was the first big name to jump ship to us and he’s been the first to jump back. I wish him all the best."

18-01-2009 om 16:26 geschreven door jefken  

18-01-2009 om 16:01 geschreven door jefken  

Matt Hardy & Finlay def. ECW Champion Jack Swagger & Mark Henry (Tag Team Match) 
R-Truth def. The Brian Kendrick
Montel Vontavious Porter def. Big Show (Last Man Standing Match)
Michelle McCool def. Victoria

OMAHA, Neb. - Tragedy struck SmackDown suddenly and without warning as WWE Champion Jeff Hardy was injured on his way to the ring, while MVP finally found triumph and WWE said goodbye to one of its own.

WWE Champion Jeff Hardy sustains injury on "The Cutting Edge" (WATCH | PHOTOS)
As Jeff Hardy was approaching the ring to be the guest of his Royal Rumble opponent, the Rated-R Superstar, on “The Cutting Edge,” something with his pyrotechnics display went horribly wrong, surrounding him in a sea of sparks and flames; causing him to collapse to the ground in excruciating pain. As the smoke cleared, the reality set in to the WWE Universe that the black cloud that surrounded Jeff Hardy toward the end of 2008 is continuing to follow him in 2009. The show came to a frantic close as the bedlam ensued.

Vickie Guerrero’s nude photos returned; announced huge match to determine Triple H’s fate (PHOTOS)
SmackDown General Manager Vickie Guerrero gloated about putting Triple H through Triple Jeopardy one week ago for disrespecting her. The Game then came to the ring to return the nude photos of her that he recovered. When Guerrero responded by creating a Last Man Standing Match against Big Show - with The King of Kings Royal Rumble spot on the line - the 12-time World Champion proceeded to show the nude photos on the TitanTron for all to see. Guerrero then announced that MVP would be the Superstar facing Big Show in the match to determine if The Game would keep his spot, banning Triple H from ringside for good measure.    

Montel Vontavious Porter def. Big Show (Last Man Standing Match) (WATCH | PHOTOS)
In a Last Man Standing Match almost as brutal as MVP’s losing streak, the Ballin’ Superstar finally proved victorious, after Big Show could not answer the 10-count. When the two Superstars carried the exhausting match away from the ring and up the entrance ramp, Triple H - seeing the opportunity to liberate himself from his ringside ban - charged in and knocked out The World’s Largest Athlete with the sledgehammer. Will The Game continue to repel Guerrero’s attacks when he faces the undefeated Vladimir Kozlov on next week’s SmackDown?   

WATCH Vladimir Kozlov's training.

Michelle McCool def. Victoria (WATCH | PHOTOS)
After Michelle McCool attacked Victoria at the conclusion of their tag team match against the Bella Twins one week ago, the two Divas squared off in what would be the former Women’s Champion’s final match before retiring from WWE. Although Victoria fought heroically, in the end her battle-weary leg could not support Michelle long enough to execute the Widow’s Peak, opening the door for the former Divas Champion to hit her devastating Faithbreaker for the victory. WATCH: Victoria's goodbye

Matt Hardy & Finlay def. ECW Champion Jack Swagger & Mark Henry (Tag Team Match) (PHOTOS)
Once Finlay removed Mark Henry from the equation with a hard crack of the shillelagh, Matt Hardy hit Jack Swagger with a Twist of Fate. As a result, he gained a tag team win on the Superstar that took the ECW Championship away from him on ECW on Sci Fi. Will the same result take place when the two face off in a rematch for the Extreme Championship at the Royal Rumble? (Match Preview)

R-Truth def. The Brian Kendrick (PHOTOS)
In a match between two Royal Rumble participants, R-Truth earned a hard-fought victory over The Kendrick with his Corkscrew Scissors Kick. His victory was short-lived however, as Ezekiel Jackson attacked R-Truth from behind, leaving him on the canvas.

Friday Night Smackdown 16.01.09

18-01-2009 om 15:57 geschreven door jefken  

16-01-2009 om 20:13 geschreven door jefken  

WWE Diva and Hall of Famer in car accidents
Posted by Randy Gordon on 01/15/2009 at 04:55 PM

From Jim Ross' latest blog at JRsBarBQ.com:

WWE HOF'er Gerald Brisco and WWE Diva Mickie James were involved in separate car accidents on Monday late night leaving Raw and heading to Omaha. Black ice was the culprit and both individuals escaped serious injury on the treacherous roads during frigid weather. I am not a big night time traveler if the weather is bad especially after a full day and night at work. I would rather find the nearest, local hotel and begin my trip the next day in the day light.

16-01-2009 om 20:11 geschreven door jefken  

Another update on Kevin Nash's condition

The following update comes from Kevin Nash at TNAWrestling.com. He also sent in some somewhat graphic pictures of his injury which can also be seen at TNAWrestling.com.

Well the good news is: I’m getting the hell out of here. I’ve got the blueprints to the hospital, and I’m planning to break out on Thursday.

It’s been a long time since I’ve gone into full-on “Big Grouchy” mode. It never fails. They couldn’t get me out of here fast enough.

They had to put an actual “Danger: Sarcasm” sign on my door.

The only thing holding me up from leaving is the portable Wound-Vac, which I should receive tonight.

If you’re wondering what I did today … I watched about 75 episodes of CSI: Miami on A&E and some other syndicated garbage, ate food that I wouldn’t feed my dog and wondered why we didn’t have SpikeTV at the hospital.

If my math is correct, I’m now at Day 3 of not having soap OR water hit my body. My room has the pleasant smell of Axe bodyspray and ass.

The funk and the sarcasm is an incredible keep-out barrier because I think the nursing staff draws straws to see who MUST go in.

Just to think, I could be sitting in Dublin, having a beer with Kurt.

I guess the thing I’m most upset about is missing the European Tour. My family had already been conditioned for the fact that I was gonna be away from home for most of the month. And I was truly looking forward to wrestling for the fans in Europe. As always, there’s always next time.

To those of you who have somehow gotten my phone number and called me, thank you for waking me up. I’ve never understood the fascination of someone saying, “Hello,” and then someone hanging up.

At this point, I’ve re-gained my life, will soon be leaving the great state of North Carolina and back on the beach with my family.

If anything changes, I’ll update.

Idol Day 2 is soon. Take care,

Dr. Funkenstein, aka, Kevin Nash

16-01-2009 om 20:05 geschreven door jefken  

TNA Impact on Spike TV
Taped in Orlando, FL

[Q1] Footage aired from the Genesis pay-per-view. The show is entitled, “When Icons Collide.” The opening video aired. Mike Tenay and Don West ran down the card as fireworks lit up the Impact Zone...

The Main Event Mafia’s music played and they came out to the ring (minus Kevin Nash). Scott Steiner directed the cameraman to point his camera at a fan with a Steiner t-shirt on. It’s nice to see Steiner embracing a fan and not threatening him.

Kurt Angle took control of the microphone and called the Mafia the greatest array of champions assembled in the history of the business. Sting was shown in a way that had him doubting the entire premise of Angle’s words. Angle showed a short video package of the carnage left behind by the Mafia in past weeks.

Angle said he and Sting won their battles at the pay-per-view, but due to Mick Foley and Nash’s injury, they did not win the war. Does anyone else notice there are two MEM shirts? Angle and Sting have a grey one on. Steiner is wearing a black one with five silhouettes of the five members. I wonder when they will get rid of the black shirt.

Angle described tonight’s main event as a “double hit,” because Styles and Foley were going to be in the same place at the same time. All of a sudden, LAX’s music hit and Hernandez came out with Shane Sewell. Hernandez said he was cashing in his world title briefcase right now... [C]

Twill’s Two Cents: Did we really need to see Sewell standing there with the briefcase opened? We understand that Hernandez has a shot. I am disappointed that they did not build this up and unless the title changes hands, it will seem like a wasted opportunity. Angle’s promo was good, but predictable.

[Q2] 1. Hernandez defeated Sting (with the Main Event Mafia) by disqualification in a TNA Heavyweight Championship match in 4:08. Hernandez dominated the opening moments of the match as the Mafia looked on with concern on the floor. Sting countered a suplex into the Scorpion Death Drop, but his hesitation to make a cover only allowed him to score a two count. Sewell is refereeing the match.

Hernandez came back and set up Sting for the Border Toss. The Mafia hit the ring and attacked Hernandez. Sewell called for the bell. He then took the Legend’s Title from Booker T and backdropped him to the floor. Homicide hit the ring (where the hell was he before?) and the Mafia kicked the crap out of everybody.

AJ Styles hit the ring and had some success, but fell victim to the numbers. Team 3D hit the ring to a pretty big pop and evened the numbers. Brother Ray has a Mohawk now. LAX and Styles positioned a table in the middle of the ring. Ray powerbombed Angle through the table... [C]

Back from commercial, Team 3D and AJ Styles were still celebrating with the crowd. A “Welcome back!” chant was directed at Brother Ray. Brother Devon cut a promo on Kurt Angle and called Team 3D the tag team standard bearers. Devon said one thing they have not done is prove their worth as singles competitors. He challenged Kurt Angle to a match at Against All Odds.

[Q3] Ray took over the microphone duties and showed some serious fire and life. He said a real Mafia would have gotten the job done but he is still going. He looked at Devon and said they should go on as singles wrestlers. He said since Devon wants Angle, he wanted Sting. He said Sting did nothing while he was being beaten, and that was worse than anything. He said he would become the World Heavyweight Champion...

Backstage, The Beautiful People were excited about being involved in “the Governor’s inauguration” on January 20th. Ugh. Kip James told them they were on their own... [C]

Tenay and West introduced and showed footage of the Angle vs. Jarrett match from Genesis. By the way, and I know I have asked this before, but why are Tenay and West facing away from the ring? How stupid does that look? They set it to the back where the medical staff determined Angle could not wrestle tonight. Steiner said he would take his place, but Angle said no and threw everyone out of the room... [C]

[Q4] Footage aired of The Beautiful People paying their dues to become members of “The Governor’s” cabinet. This reminds me of those crappy WWF vignettes from the mid-90s...

TBP and the Governor came out to the ring. Daffn errrrrrrrrrrrrrrr, Governor Palin praised Velvet Sky and Angelina Love for their work over the past few weeks. They signed an official document to become official members of Palin’s cabinet.

Taylor Wilde’s music hit and she came out with Roxxi. Taylor said everything about TBP was fake, including their boobs. “I think Velvet’s are real,” said West. Funny! Roxxi called them hoes and told them everything we all have been thinking, that that was not the real Sarah Palin. She said they were about to get “mucked.” Then, a mud like substance fell onto TBP from the ceiling. Palin was in on it and laughed at the top of the stage with Wilde and Roxxi. TBP cried. A close up of the “muck” showed there were chocolate chips in there. Muck could be worse I guess... [C]

Back from commercial, the geniuses at TNA realized they still had a show to do and had to clean up the ring. The crew looked pissed and confused because the ring mat was in bad shape. By the way, thank you to loyal reader Brian Buckley for letting me know the announce table is on a swivel. That definitely makes sense...

Backstage, Lauren interviewed the “Kongtourage.” Sojourner Bolt was pissed when Lauren called her “SoJo.” She cut a promo on the face Knockouts...

[Q5] A TNA Rough Cuts segment aired about Bolt. Again, the timing here was bad because this was a babyface piece about a heel wrestler. They talked about a date she had where the guy ordered her a number one from McDonald’s when she wanted a number two. She kicked his ass and threw Diet Coke in his face because she wanted grape soda...

2. ODB, Taylor Wilde, and Roxxi defeated Rhaka Khan, Raisha Saeed, and Sojourner Bolt in 9:39. Wow, is this really only the second match of the night? The match went to commercial after Khan tagged out and hopefully, she won’t tag in again... [C]

Back from commercial, Saeed was working over ODB. Bolt tagged in and the heels worked on ODB in their corner. Roxxi and Rhaka tagged in and Roxxi took out everyone as they came at her. All six women came into the ring. Rhaka ended up with Roxxi in the ring and Roxxi hit the Voodoo Drop for the win...

[Q6] Backstage, Booker T told Kurt Angle he needed to relax and the Mafia had things taken care of tonight. Angle reluctantly agreed. By the way, Booker’s pony tail is adorable tonight... [C]

3. Jay Lethal and Consequences Creed defeated Matt Morgan and Abyss to become number one contenders for the TNA World Tag Team Championship in 9:20. Abyss kept doing things to piss off Morgan. Don’t you understand? He is too nice and Morgan hates it! Creed did that stupid ass splits punch but Morgan caught him with an axe kick as the show went to commercial... [C]

[Q7] Back from commercial, Morgan was in the match and did not want to tag in Abyss. Lethal and Creed double teamed Abyss in the ring and hit a double suicide dive onto Morgan on the floor. Impressive. A missile dropkick on Abyss scored a two count. In a weird finish, Abyss powerbombed Lethal onto Morgan because he thought Creed was there. Lethal scored the three count...

After the match, Morgan pie faced Abyss and Abyss retaliated. The two had to be separated by security and referees. They continued to fight through the officials to beat on each other...

Backstage, Jim Cornette was in the locker room of the Main Event Mafia. He told Angle he needed to pick a replacement to face Styles. Steiner and Booker argued over who would face Styles. They even did “Inney Minnie Miney Mo.” Wow. Cornette put Steiner in the match and said interference would result in fines and suspensions... [C]

Mick Foley cut a promo backstage saying he would take out any member of the MEM willing to get involved in tonight’s main event...

4. AJ Styles defeated Scott Steiner with Mick Foley as the special guest enforcer in 15:02. Steiner came out with a pipe and Foley grabbed a chair. The bait and switch sucks, but I think we can all see what is coming here. West called Angle the leader of the MEM, further devaluing the TNA Heavyweight Title. Earl Hebner is the referee and Foley remained on the floor. I thought Foley was refereeing the match. My bad.

[Q8] Steiner used his power and mat prowess to ground Styles early in the bout. Styles applied a headlock takeover for a two count and held onto it. Steiner went to the floor and Styles shot himself over the top onto Steiner as the show went to commercial... [C]

Back from commercial, Styles hit a big knee on Steiner for a two count. Steiner locked in a bearhug and awkwardly applied a belly to belly overhead suplex in which Styles did not flip to his back, so he landed on his face. That was weird. Steiner brought a chair into the ring and wedged it in between the ropes. He tried to Irish whip him into the chair, but Styles reversed it and Steiner was whipped into the chair.

Styles hit a springboard flying forearm for his first nearfall of the match. Styles hit a very impressive Northern Light’s suplex with a bridge for a nearfall. Styles tried a Stinger splash but Hebner took it instead. Foley came in to check on Hebner, but Steiner hit Foley over the back with his pipe. He then hit Styles with the pipe, but he kicked out as Hebner slowly made the count.

Steiner then locked in the Steiner Recliner as Hebner continued to come to. Foley was okay all of a sudden and cheered on Styles from the apron. Foley put Mr. Socko on his hand and came up to the apron. Hebner met him. With everyone distracted, Petey Williams came down and hit a missile dropkick on Steiner. Styles hit the Pele kick for the win...

After the match, Styles and Petey embraced in the middle of the ring. Tenay and West said the Front Line was stronger than ever and wondered how the Mafia would respond...

TNA Impact 08.05.08

16-01-2009 om 19:55 geschreven door jefken  

 
WWE Announces Diva's Retirement

Source: PWInsider.com

WWE has officially announced what we reported a few weeks ago - WWE diva Victoria is retiring. Her final match will air this Friday on Smackdown. WWE.com writes, "Veteran WWE Diva Victoria plans to retire following her match with Michelle McCool this Friday on SmackDown. What will this vivacious vixen do in the final match of her career?"

15-01-2009 om 19:47 geschreven door jefken