World Tag Team Champions Hardcore Holly & Cody Rhodes def. Santino Marella & Carlito (Non-title) Chris Jericho def. Intercontinental Champion Jeff Hardy (WrestleMania XXIV Money in the Bank Qualifying Match, Non-title) Umaga def. DH Smith Shawn Michaels def. Lance Cade (disqualification) John Cena & Triple H def. Mr. Kennedy & WWE Champion Randy Orton
PHOENIX Is Hornswoggle not the little grape sired by Mr. McMahons grapefruits? Is he really the feisty long-lost son of the man who loves to fight, Finlay?
These stunning allegations came from John Bradshaw Layfield after Mr. McMahon demanded that he apologize for decimating Hornswoggle last week on Raw. The Chairman sheepishly admitted to the U.S. Airways Center crowd he made a mistake leaving his alleged illegitimate son to the brutal machinations of JBL in a steel cage while he attempted to teach his son a lesson in tough love.
When McMahon ordered JBL, the self-made millionaire made a revelation that hushed our fans.
Im sorry, JBL responded. Im sorry I didnt do it sooner!
With the Chairman flabbergasted and enraged, JBL told McMahon that the little leprechaun might not be who he seems.
I have it on very good advice that Hornswoggle is not your son, JBL claimed.
JBL claimed that Hornswoggles alleged ruse was a conspiracy that reached into the highest levels of WWE and possibly included McMahons own family.
As the Chairman struggled with the news, the wrestling god also claimed that Hornswoggles protector, Finlay, knew all along that the leprechaun was not a McMahon but his own son.
Hornswoggle is Finlays son, JBL claimed. Hornswoggle had no idea but Finlay knew the whole time.
Mr. McMahon was stunned, but told JBL hed face a worse beating if hes lying about Hornswoggle. But the brash millionaire promised to produce documentation that would back up his claims.
[Finlays] Irish eyes arent smiling. They are guilty as hell, JBL said. And the next time Finlays in a WWE ring your ring Im going to make him admit it. Video
Stay tuned.
Y2J-OK Raw General Manager William Regal made the road to WrestleMania XXIV a rough one for Chris Jericho. Y2J wanted entry into the Money in the Bank Ladder Match, but needed to defeat the red-hot Jeff Hardy to earn it in a qualifying match.
In a bout full of counters and near falls from both men, Y2J defeated the Intercontinental Champion to earn his second Money in the Bank berth (he participated in the inaugural match at WrestleMania 21). The two will cross paths once again in Orlando, Fla., at the Citrus Bowl, as Hardy qualified for Money in the Bank last week. Match preview | Video
A Showstopper for Orlando Shawn Michaels defeated former World Tag Team Champion Lance Cade by disqualification after his partner Trevor Murdoch interfered. The Showstopper clocked both Murdoch and Cade for their trouble.
After the match, Class of 2008 Hall of Fame inductee Ric Flair came to ringside to thank HBK for making the announcement last week. He then asked Michaels to wrestle him at WrestleMania XXIV in Orlando, Fla.
At first, he declined due to Mr. McMahons retirement stipulation placed on the Nature Boys matches. But he eventually relented, proudly accepting the challenge to face Flair on the Grandest Stage in sports-entertainment. Video | Match Preview
A Bothered Beau In a non-title battle between the World Tag Team Champions and their No. 1 contenders, Cody Rhodes & Hardcore Holly defeated Santino Marella & Carlito, thanks to Jerry The King Lawlers invite for Marellas Playboy-bound girlfriend to do some guest commentary.
As the new cover girl headed to the announcers position, Marella became distracted by Lawlers invitation, which gave Holly the opportunity to score the pinfall with his Alabama Slam, leaving the Italian even more frustrated as the media attention flows to his Maria."
Samoan crush Umaga is looking as dangerous as ever, dispatching DH Smith in short order on Raw with a devastating Samoan Spike.
After the match, GM William Regal announced that hell be sending Umaga to WrestleMania XXIV as Raws representative in a match for brand superiority against a SmackDown opponent yet to be named by brand GM Vickie Guerrero. Match preview | Video
Turnabout is fair Game In the nights main event, the unlikely team of John Cena & Triple H defeated WWE Champion Randy Orton & Mr. Kennedy in a tag team brawl. Cena picked up the victory after trapping Mr. Kennedy in the STFU, but Kennedy made the former champ pay. As Cena and The Game stared each other down, the Green Bay gladiator snuck up on Cena and leveled him with the Mic Check, as The Game did nothing to intervene.
The nights beginning foreshadowed its end. A photo-op among Cena, Triple H and Orton, who all want to walk out of a Triple Threat Match at WrestleMania XXIV as WWE Champion, degenerated into a full-scale brawl. Full story |
SAN DIEGO Coming off an explosive No Way Out, SmackDown kicked off the final Road to WrestleMania with World Heavyweight Champion Edge beaming from his win over Rey Mysterio. The World Champion came to San Diego intent to fire the first salvo toward his WrestleMania XXIV opponent, a man who is undefeated on The Grandest Stage of Them All: Undertaker.
You think Im afraid, Edge asked our fans, only to vehemently state: Im not afraid. Undertaker is an opportunity to cement my legacy. The Rated-R Superstar then made the boldest statement of his career, telling our fans and The Deadman that The Streak would be broken this year. I will not fall like those before me.
The Phenom had heard enough, and the lights went out in the arena. When they came back on, Undertaker unleashed his fury, disposing of Curt Hawkins & Zack Ryder to make a statement of his own. Edge took his Ultimate Opportunity to escape the ring and the clutches of The Phenom, the man who will look to add to his 15-0 WrestleMania record by winning back the World Heavyweight Championship. (WATCH)
Pained participants Coming off the heels of the Elimination Chamber Match this past Sunday, Batista and MVP entered their match still showing the effects of the sadistic structure. Last week, Batista scored a victory over the Ballin Superstar, but MVP declared that as far as The Animal was concerned, Lightning will not strike twice. But after three thunderous spinebusters to his sore back, and an earth-shattering Batista Bomb, the United States Champion could not weather the storm, losing his second straight non-title match to The Animal.
Reversal of fortune In a rematch of their WrestleMania 23 collision almost one year ago, Kane and The Great Khali clashed once more when the two behemoths stepped into the squared circle on SmackDown. Khali was without Ranjin Singh, who was injured during the Elimination Chamber Match at No Way Out. When it appeared that the Punjabi giant had the match won with his devastating Khali Vise Grip, the Big Red Monster shocked his opponent with an unexpected reversal that brought both men down and pinned Khalis shoulders to the mat for a three-count with Kanes head still clutched in the paws of his foe.
Gold in the bank Shelton Benjamin and Jimmy Wang Yang fought on SmackDown with a spot in the Money in the Bank Ladder Match at WrestleMania on the line. SmackDowns resident redneck has been on an impressive streak in 2008, but ECWs Gold Standard would not be denied the chance to compete with a guaranteed title opportunity up for grabs. As Yang went for his Moonsault, Shelton ducked and then dropped Yang for the pin earning Benjamin a spot in his third Money in the Bank Match. Sheltons victory puts him alongside Jeff Hardy and Mr. Kennedy in Money in the Bank Ladder Match at The Granddaddy of Them All. (WATCH)
V for Vendetta After failing to win the Elimination Chamber Match this past Sunday, Big Daddy V arrived in San Diego with one thing on his mind retribution. That vindictive attitude spelled bad news for his opponent, Shannon Moore, who was overmatched from the moment the bell rang. Big Daddy V controlled the match, and with each offensive move he seemed to grow angrier. Moore gave it his all against the mountainous monster, but after a huge Samoan drop and a 500-pound elbow, The Reject had no chance, as Big Daddy V was victorious.
Bringin the crazy Chuck Palumbo rode to the ring Friday night with a mission: To send his ex-friend Michelle McCool and her friend, Jamie Noble, a message. Palumbos message would go through Matt Jackson, but the revved-up Superstar made it clear that physical punishment is not good enough in his eyes. Chuck Palumbo toyed with Jackson before getting the win, as McCool watched in disgust from a monitor in the locker room area.
This is the face of a winning streak Since returning a few weeks ago to SmackDown, Jesse & Festus have not tasted defeat. The duo stepped into the ring against Deuce & Domino, intent to keep that streak alive. The boys from the Other Side of the Tracks tried anything to turn the tide in their favor including using Cherry as a shield leading to a bloodied nose for Jesse, but the biscuits n gravy tandem found a way to win.
Welcome back to Friday Night SmackDown Also on Friday, the beautiful Maryse returned to SmackDown, and requested to speak with Assistant General Manager Theodore Long, who gladly obliged the blond bombshell in a closed-door meeting.
Hometown heros hell An injured Rey Mysterio told his hometown fans that his injured biceps would require immediate surgery and a solemn Mysterio added, I won't be able to be a part of WrestleMania.
One person in San Diego unsympathetic to Reys pain was SmackDowns General Manager Vickie Guerrero, who ordered Rey into one-on-one action with ECW Champion Chavo Guerrero but Vickie wasnt finished. After Rey somehow defeated Chavo, Vickie brought out Big Show, who demolished Rey in an attempt to send a message to Mysterios friend, Floyd Mayweather. Read the full story
Thursday, 20 September 2007 NEWS AND VIDEO FROM THURSDAYS iMPACT! BROADCAST ON SPIKE TV The road to the March 9 Destination X Pay-Per-View continues By Bill Banks
There are several major news items for report from Thursdays iMPACT! broadcast on SpikeTV as TNA Wrestling heads towards the Sunday, March 9 Destination X Pay-Per-View event!
- Regarding the fallout from the AJ Styles & Karen Angle marriage last week, the broadcast started off with Kurt and Karen Angle in an argument over what happened. Kurt became so fed up with Karen that he told her to go spend time with her other husband which Karen gladly obliged!
- After the argument, AJ Styles treated Karen to a honeymoon of sorts during the broadcast, as he took her to a fast food restaurant and a Gator Park!
- Speaking of Styles, he and Tomko faced the team of Kip James and Bullet Bob Armstrong. However, when an injured BG James threw his crutch in the ring for Kip to use, Kip instead smashed Bullet Bob and cost them the bout. Afterwards, Kip James attacked BG and left him laying as well. Later, Kip did an interview in the back saying the Voodoo Kin Mafia was over and that if BG James wants a war, hes got it! It appears to be a very bitter ending to one of the greatest tag teams in wrestling history.
- In the iMPACT! main event, Kurt Angle defeated Booker T after interference by Bookers nemesis Robert Roode. After the bout, an all-out brawl erupted between The Angle Alliance and Samoa Joe, Kevin Nash and Christian Cage! As iMPACT! went off the air, Kevin Nash challenged Kurt Angle to face him on next Thursdays broadcast!
- iMPACT! also saw TNA Management Director Jim Cornette honor X Division Champion Black Machismo Jay Lethal for all of his accomplishments in TNA Wrestling. Before the end of the ceremony, Lethal finally asked SoCal Val out on a date to which she replied Ohhh Yaaaaa!.
- Speaking of Lethal, he will defend the X Division Championship at Destination X against Maple Leaf Muscle Petey Williams, who earned a title shot on Thursday night by beating (with help from Scott Steiner) Sonjay Dutt and Johnny Devine.
- Samoa Joe once again refused to sign his new contract, as he told Cornette he would only sign it after he won the TNA World Heavyweight Championship from Kurt Angle!
- Kaz defeated Rellik in singles action, but was brutally attacked by both Rellik and Black Reign after the bout. Eric Young came out to help Kaz, but EY was afraid to confront Rellik and Black Reign!
- The War Machine Rhino took part in a candid sitdown interview to discuss his personal issues and his ongoing war with Cowboy James Storm.
- Team 3D were once again weighed this week, this time with Brother Ray miraculously making the cut while Brother Devon was over the limit! As a result, Brother Ray faced Shark Boy and Curry Man in a handicap match and won when Devon (from the outside) used the scale to smash Shark Boy.
- In tag team action, miscommunication cost Gail Kim and ODB their bout against Roxxi Laveaux and Jacqueline! Gail and ODB got into another heated argument following the bout as neither appears to be on the same page.
- Rory McAllister of the Highlanders is recovering from surgery he had last week to repair a torn pectoral muscle. Right now there is no timetable on his return; however he is expected to be out at least six months.
Kofi Kingston def. Local The Miz def. Colin Delaney Stevie Richards def. James Curtis Ric Flair & CM Punk def. Elijah Burke & Shelton Benjamin
SAN DIEGO Tuesday was a night in which experience prevailed, as the Nature Boy Ric Flair made a memorable appearance just one day after being named to the 2008 WWE Hall of Fame class.
By contrast with the 16-time World Champion, the gutsy Colin Delaney's inexperience took a toll on him when he faced The Miz in one-on-one action. The last time Delaney, Tommy Dreamer, The Miz and John Morrison were all called to the ring, Dreamer emerged victorious with the hopeful Superstar in his corner. The luck changed tonight, however, when the self-proclaimed "Chick Magnet" notched a win and added insult to injury or more injury to injury by beating down Delaney and Dreamer with the help of his co-WWE Tag Team Champion.
Another young Superstar was in action, but had a better outing. Kofi Kingston continued his winning streak, remaining undefeated since joining the extreme brand. So far, ECW has truly been a paradise for the Jamaican competitor. After his victory, Kingston stood in the middle of the ring with Joey Styles and announced, "ECW to me is like paradise ... if there's trouble in paradise, you know Kofi Kingston is going to take care of it."
Stevie Richards, on the other hand, is as experienced as Superstars get. The ECW Original earned his second consecutive victory since making his return to the ring following his recovery from throat surgery. Richards is once again forced to prove himself. So far, it doesnt appear this go-around will be any different from the other times Stevie overcame adversity and succeeded.
Speaking of experience, Maria has taken advantage of a major opportunity to pose for Playboy. Kelly Kelly congratulated her on her contract and said she wouldnt be opposed if she had the chance to pose, one day.
The night concluded with Flair adding another win to the most impressive résumé in sports-entertainment history. Alongside CM Punk, the Nature Boy put Shelton Benjamin & Elijah Burke in their place. More on this story ...
Jeff Hardy def. Snitsky (Money in the Bank Qualifying Match) Paul Burchill def. Super Crazy Mr. Kennedy def. Val Venis (Money in the Bank Qualifying Match) Mr. McMahon vs. Hornswoggle (No Contest) John Cena def. Randy Orton
ANAHEIM, Calif. For anyone with a sense of family or decency having to watch a distraught Finlay carry Hornswoggles tiny, unmoving body from the ring Monday night must have left them with icy chills and a sad, sick feeling in the pit of their stomach.
A week prior, a humiliated Mr. McMahon arranged a Steel Cage Match with his bastard son after losing to Hornswoggle in a No Disqualification Match. In that bout, Finlay had intervened on behalf of his lucky charm despite threats by the Chairman that he would be fired if he did.
This week, Mr. McMahon ensured solitude for him and his bastard son and dished out the most brutal form of tough love, thanks to the confines of the steel cage and of all people, JBL. With despair haunting in his eyes, Finlay could only plead in vain to end the cruelty.
But JBL stomped his boot down on the Irishmans plan, attacking him and handcuffing him to the ring ropes. The Lonestar Loudmouth then lumbered into the cage, where he rammed Hornswoggle against the unforgiving steel. The brutality proved so great that even Mr. McMahon was take aback.
Only after the Chairman and JBL had moved from the ring, did Finlay, in a moving display of compassion, free himself and carry his fallen friend to the locker room, where Hornswoggle was evaluated with head trauma and internal injuries (WWE.com will have more updates on his condition as they become available). PHOTOS | WATCH
Bank Shot The night after nearly winning in the Elimination Chamber at No Way Out, Jeff Hardy flew into Raw to prove that he is far from grounded. The Rainbow-haired Warrior conquered the yuck-mouthed ogre, Snitsky, to qualify for this year's Money in the Bank Ladder Match at WrestleMania. PHOTOS | WATCH
Hall Monitor Shawn Michaels did the honors as he announced that Ric Flair will become the first member of the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2008. The Nature Boy also becomes the first active competitor to be inducted. WATCH
Sibling Revelry Paul Burchill sure knows how to please his sister, Katie Lea. For the second week in a row, the British brawler defeated his opponent. This week, Super Crazy was sacrificed for Katie Leas delight.
Big Showdown After having his nose crushed at No Way Out, the returning Big Show was fuming and ready to confront the man who bloodied him, WBC welterweight champion Floyd Mayweather. As the two exchanged unpleasantries, Big Show challenged the Pretty Boy to a match, which Mayweather accepted. Stay tuned.
Banking On It Mr. Kennedy may not have retired Ric Flair in their Career Threatening Match at No Way Out, but he did make a statement the following night on Raw. The loudmouth from Green Bay, Wis., defeated Val Venis in the night's second Money in the Bank qualifying match.
Playboy 1, Santino 0 WWE fans rejoice! Maria will be posing for Playboy sometime this Spring. In a cynical play, her boyfriend Santino Marella agreed to let her pose if she could defeat Womens Champion Beth Phoenix. The tall order looked impossible until Candice Michelle made her long-awaited return to Raw, and, in an attempt to avenge herself against the Diva who put her on the shelf for four months, she distracted The Glamazon long enough for Maria to take advantage and secure the pinfall.
Threes Company After Randy Orton robbed John Cena of a chance at the main event at WrestleMania XXIV by slapping the referee and getting disqualified in their match at No Way Out, Raw General Manager William Regal arranged a non-title bout between the two Monday with Triple H serving as guest referee. As The Champ pinned Orton, The Game intensely stared him down and reluctantly gave him the three-count. Cenas win sets up a Triple Threat Title Match for the WWE Championship at WrestleMania.
Rey Mysterio's Wrestlemania status revealed Posted by Bobby Spade on 02/19/2008 at 02:09 AM
Rey Mysterio will not be wrestling at WrestleMania after all. Mysterio is scheduled to undergo surgery to repair his torn biceps muscle this Friday, reports prowrestling.NET. He will miss between four and six months. After missing WrestleMania last year
There are fears in WWE about Rey Mysterio's ability to stay healthy. He had been working a reduced travel schedule as requested, and yet suffered another serious injury. Despite the torn biceps, Mysterio, 33, doesn't want to go through with the surgery right now, and prefers to work Wrestlemania this year since he missed the event last year.
HOUSTON With No Way Out just two days away, and the biggest Elimination Chamber in history looming, all six of the Superstars scheduled to compete in the sadistic structure saw action on SmackDown.
Chamber opponents Batista and United States Champion MVP kicked off SmackDown in a one-on-one contest. The Animal and the Ballin Superstar had hopes of gaining momentum before fighting this Sunday for the right to become No. 1 contender to the World Heavyweight Championship. And while MVP believes that winning the richest prize in the game is his destiny, the stars were aligned for Batista on Friday night.
After MVP seized control of the match and looked to steal a victory from the former World Champion, The Animal turned the tables and delivered a thunderous Batista Bomb to silence the cocky MVP and get the win. (WATCH)
Another Superstar hoping that his path to a title match at WrestleMania XXIV goes through the Elimination Chamber is Undertaker. On SmackDown, The Phenom stayed the course when he defeated ECWs lone Chamber representative, Big Daddy V. The rivalry between the two behemoths has been fierce and brutal, and The Dominating Force in WWE found out weeks ago on SmackDown that Undertaker is more dangerous and focused than ever when he was bloodied by The Deadmans newest submission maneuver.
The final two participants in the unprecedented second Elimination Chamber on Sunday in Las Vegas, Finlay and The Great Khali, revisited their volatile rivalry on SmackDown when they went toe-to-toe. The Irishman once again received an assist from Hornswoggle, whom Finlay saved from Mr. McMahon this past Monday night. (WATCH) With the referee distracted by the Chairmans illegitimate son, Finlay nailed Khali with the shillelagh to get the win.
All six Superstars are headed to the most dangerous match in WWE on Sunday when they step into the Elimination Chamber, and the stakes have never been higher with a trip to WrestleMania XXIV and World Heavyweight Championship opportunity on the line.
Trial by fire As CM Punk continues his pursuit of ECW Champion Chavo Guerreros title, the Straightedge Superstar enlisted the help of Kane in tag action against Chavo & Shelton Benjamin on SmackDown. After showing Chavo up yet again this past Tuesday on ECW on Sci Fi, Punk gained another leg up with the Big Red Monster in his corner, as the duo defeated the ECW Champion and ECWs Gold Standard, when Punk hit the Go To Sleep on Chavo.
Beatings and salutations Last week, Michelle McCool watched in horror as Chuck Palumbo decimated her friend Jamie Noble. On SmackDown, the All-American Diva took on Victoria and McCools former friend, Palumbo, who made his presence known when he rode his motorcycle to ringside. Palumbos distraction allowed Victoria to hit the Widows Peak on McCool for the victory. Then, after her loss, McCool received another caution from the revved-up Superstar, who warned the beatings on her friend, Jamie Noble, will continue.
Eight-Man euphoria Looking to get back on track after two consecutive losses, Jimmy Wang Yang & Shannon Moore joined forces with Jesse & Festus to take on the foursome of Deuce & Domino and Curt Hawkins & Zack Ryder. SmackDowns resident redneck picked up the win for his team when he hit a Moonsault on Domino. After the match was over, a brawl ensued, but Jesse rang the bell once more, and the new Festus unleashed his aggression on their opponents. (WATCH)
Baby, youre all that I want The World Heavyweight Champion promised he would ask a life-altering question on SmackDown, and the controversial Edge delivered, asking General Manager Vickie Guerrero to marry him. With the Rated-R Superstars proposal, all seemed well for the happy couple, until Rey Mysterio voiced his disgust with the revelation. Edge attacked, and Rey fought back, delivering a 619 to the champion. When the Master of the 619 attempted to fly to take down his No Way Out opponent, Edge took the ultimate opportunity to get out of the line of fire, leaving his lover and future wife in Reys path. Read the full story
Regisseur Renny Harlin (Driven, Exorcist: The Beginning) gaat zich nogmaals op een actie film storten. Zijn nieuwe film krijgt de titel 12 Rounds, worstelaar John Cena (The Marine) zal onder andere in de film te zien zijn. Het budget zal rond de 20 miljoen dollar liggen.
Het verhaal gaat over een politieagent uit New Orléans, zijn vriendin is ontvoerd. Uiteraard is het aan John Cena de taak haar uit de handen van de ontvoerders te redden.
Rey Mysterio suffered an apparent biceps injury at last night's SmackDown/ECW brand house show in Santiago, Chile. He is returning to the states to be medically evaluated. Mysterio is scheduled to wrestle Edge for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship this Sunday at No Way Out.
Here is WWE.com's statement regarding Mysterio's sudden injury:
Rey Mysterio injured during South American tour Written: February 14, 2008
Rey Mysterios quest to regain the World Championship may have suffered a severe setback in Santiago, Chile, on Wednesday night.
The injury occurred during Wednesdays live event at Arena Santiago, where Mysterio teamed with Kane against Zack Ryder & Curt Hawkins. During the tag contest, Rey suffered an apparent injury to his right arm �" specifically his bicep. Clearly in pain, the Master of the 619 gutted it out and finished the match, then was quickly examined by WWE athletic trainer Jason Crivello upon leaving the ring.
Mysterio flew back to the United States late Wednesday night, and is currently in Gulf Breeze, Fla., waiting to meet with world-renowned surgeon Dr. James Andrews, who will determine the extent of the injury. Regardless of Dr. Andrews findings, Mysterio has his heart set on competing this Sunday night at No Way Out, where he is scheduled to face Edge for the World Championship.
Stay with WWE.com as more updates become available regarding Mysterios condition.
Thursday, 20 September 2007 NEWS FROM THURSDAY'S "iMPACT!" BROADCAST ON SPIKE TV The main event is made official for the Destination X Pay-Per-View By Bill Banks
There are several major news items to report from Thursday's "iMPACT!" broadcast on SpikeTV:
Kurt and Karen Angle renewed their wedding vows on the special Valentine's Day broadcast, but in the end it was AJ Styles and Karen Angle being pronounced man and wife! In addition, is it the end of Abyss after the monster threw down his mask and walked out on Thursday night? Plus, new matches were also made for the Destination X Pay-Per-View event! More details are below...
- TNA Management Director Jim Cornette once again attempted to get Samoa Joe to sign his new contract on the broadcast, but this time Christian Cage interrupted the ceremony. Cage asked Joe to help him get revenge on Kurt Angle, Tomko and AJ Styles for what happened at Against All Odds, and Joe agreed since he felt somewhat at fault for allowing Tomko to get involved.
- Speaking of Tomko, he revealed his reasons why he cost Cage the bout at the PPV, claiming it was years of anger along with the fact Cage interfered in Tomko's recent match with Angle without permission, then took credit for Tomko's win. Later, Tomko met with Angle and told him he would rejoin the Angle Alliance, but on the condition that Tomko was his own man and that Angle wouldn't dare tell him what to say or do.
- It was scheduled to be Cage and Joe facing TNA World Tag Team Champions AJ Styles and Tomko later that night, but Cage was attacked backstage prior to the bout. It ended up being Joe and Kevin Nash taking on the champs, who won after TNA World Heavyweight Champion Kurt Angle interfered on their behalf.
- After the bout, Samoa Joe made a challenge for the main event at the Destination X event, as it will be Samoa Joe, Christian Cage and Kevin Nash taking on The Angle Alliance of Angle, Styles and Tomko.
- Later in the broadcast, Kurt and Karen Angle renewed their wedding vows - but Samoa Joe and Kevin Nash came out to ruin the ceremony. Amidst the chaos, the minister lost his glasses and accidentally pronounced AJ Styles and Karen Angle as husband and wife! AJ planted a big kiss on Karen as Kurt - who had been stripped down to his boxers by Joe and Nash - looked on in disbelief!
- Also on Thursday, Abyss was slated to take on "Big Poppa Pump" Scott Steiner, but Abyss seemingly had a change of heart before the match and wouldn't go to the ring. Instead, Abyss turned his back to the crowd...took off his mask and dropped it...and left the arena without a word to anyone! Have James Mitchell and Judas Mesias finally run Abyss out of TNA?
- After Abyss left, Scott Steiner decided to take the opportunity to introduce his newest freak - Rhaka Khan! Steiner then put out a challenge to anyone in the back to face him - resulting in "Maple Leaf Muscle" Petey Williams hitting the ring to seek revenge. Steiner ended up beating Williams after Khan distracted him, but this time in a surprising move, Steiner actually gave respect to Williams for the battle!
- "The War Machine" Rhino made his TNA return and blamed "Cowboy" James Storm for the personal issues he's been going through - and challenged Storm to face him in the Elevation X match at the Pay-Per-View!
- Team 3D was scheduled to face Curry Man and Shark Boy in tag team action, but due to the stipulations of their loss at Against All Odds, Team 3D had to weigh in under 275 pounds. Brother Devon made the cut when he got on the scale, but Brother Ray didn't - so Devon had to compete on his own in a handicap match. Devon was able to get the win after Brother Ray smashed Shark Boy with the scale.
- A very angry Booker T waited outside for Robert Roode to arrive to the broadcast, but Roode's COO Payton Banks arrived later on to tell Booker that Roode wouldn't be coming to the broadcast. Jim Cornette stepped in and told Booker he would get his shot at revenge against Roode at Destination X, but first he's signing Booker T to battle World Champion Kurt Angle next Thursday on "iMPACT!".
- In addition, ODB challenged TNA Women's Champion Awesome Kong to a Street Fight on "iMPACT!". Gail Kim made her return to try to back up ODB in the bout, but her help backfired as Kong eventually won. After the bout, Gail and ODB got into it over the mix up.
- Rellik defeated Eric Young in singles action, as Young is apparently deathly afraid of Rellik.
- In a bout featuring the superstars of NASCAR, Homicide defeated Chris Sabin and Jimmy Rave after NASCAR star Juan Pablo Montoya hit Lance Hoyt with a chair, allowing Homicide to get the win!
Stevie Richards def. Local Kelly Kelly def. Layla Kofi Kingston def. Mike Knox Tommy Dreamer def. John Morrison CM Punk def. Mark Henry (Disqualification)
HOUSTON One weeks losers could be another weeks winners. Its something to keep in mind heading into No Way Out, especially for ECW Champion Chavo Guerrero, who has suddenly found himself in a spell of very bad luck.
Change of momentum has not only taken place in the race for the ECW Title; it has also tolled on another shade of gold as WWE Tag Team Champions John Morrison & The Miz watched their control over Tommy Dreamer & Colin Delaney dwindle. Just before their contest on ECW commenced, the confident duo labeled Dreamer & Delaney a couple of losers. The underdogs didnt look very much like losers Tuesday night, though.
In a rematch of their battle from a week ago, Dreamer and Morrison set to face off one-on-one with their respective allies looking on in each of their corners. Reversing Morrisons own maneuver, Dreamer caught the Shaman of Sexy off guard and countered with a DDT. The ECW Original followed that with the pin. Afterward, however, the champions released their frustrations, attacking the pair.
One of the highlights of the evening came earlier when another ECW Original made his return to the squared circle. After nine months of recovering from major throat surgery, Richards was back and as ready as ever. He wasted no time in continuing the success he had last spring, cruising to a victory in his return. (WATCH)
Speaking of success, thats all Kofi Kingston has had since making the Land of the Extreme his personal paradise. Facing Mike Knox proved to be no different as the Jamaican Superstar earned his fourth consecutive victory on ECW.
Also on ECW, Kelly and Layla traded luck as the blonde earned her way to a victory. The win comes after falling to Layla on numerous occasions. Despite having Lena Yada in her corner, which has been helpful in recent weeks, Layla came up short on a night of turned tables.
In the main event, CM Punk took the edge in his massive tune-up match for No Way Out against Mark Henry. After earning a win via disqualification, the Straightedge Superstar sent his opponent away with some bruises as Guerrero watched from ringside. Punk followed it up by knocking Chavo out, further aggravating an already frustrated ECW Champion. (WATCH) Read more on this story ...
Find out if Punks momentum will carry into No Way Out for his title match against Chavo Guerrero on Sunday at 8/7 CT, only on pay-per-view. And dont miss what develops in the world of ECW on Sci Fi on Tuesday at 10/9 CT.
Hornswoggle def. Mr. McMahon Chris Jericho def. JBL Paul Burchill def. Brian Kendrick John Cena def. Mark Henry Melina def. Maria Jeff Hardy def. Shawn Michaels
AUSTIN, Texas Things didnt exactly go the way Mr. McMahon had planned. The Chairman arranged a No Disqualification Match between him and Hornswoggle, hoping to teach his bastard son a lesson in tough love. But it was Mr. McMahon who was taught a lesson in humility.
Moments after the bell rang, the Chairman heaved his reluctant son to the mat and berated him around the ring. But that was before the arrival of Hornswoggles protector, Finlay, who flat-out ignored Mr. McMahons threats of termination were he to interfere.
Instead, the man who loves to fight ignored the possibility of losing his job a WWE opportunity he had spent years trying to earn and not being able to provide for his family. He chose to honor his friendship with Hornswoggle at all costs and stung Mr. McMahon with a crack of his shillelagh. As the Chairman lie writhing in pain, Hornswoggle landed a Tadpole Splash for the win.
Mr. McMahon, however, would not suffer in silence. While being attended to by medical personnel, the dazed Chairman refused to fire Finlay, and instead he arranged a Steel Cage Match with Hornswoggle next week. Photos | Video
Savage Betrayal John Bradshaw Layfield just cant find good help these days. After losing his match to Chris Jericho, the Lonestar Loudmouth thought his paid muscle, Umaga, was rumbling to his rescue. The Samoan Bulldozer, however, proved that at No Way Out, its going to be every man for himself when he drove a Samoan Spike into both Y2J and a stunned JBL. Photos | Video
Brotherly Love Paul Burchill knows how to make an entrance. The Raw newcomer introduced himself and his beloved sister, Katie Lea, to our fans before facing off against Brian Kendrick and grounding the high-flyer for an inaugural victory. Burchill loves to please his sister what Katie wants, Katie gets. Who knows what else Katie will want and to what lengths her brother Paul will go to please her in the weeks and months to come? Photos | Video
Ready, Willing, Able If Mark Henry sought retribution from last weeks FU by John Cena, the Worlds Strongest Man came up disappointingly short. Having recovered from his torn pectoral muscle, the former WWE Champion locked Henry in an STFU until he tapped out. Watching from ringside, Randy Orton couldnt help but notice as his No Way Out opponent exclaimed, I am 100 percent! Story | Photos | Video
Kneed Help Last week, Mr. Kennedy offered Ric Flair a chance to forfeit their Career Threatening Match at No Way Out. This week, the 16-time World Champion told the loudmouth from Green Bay, Wis. that not only will he be there, hes set on winning. Mr. Kennedy left his mark before he left the ring by kicking the Nature Boy in his already ginger knee. Photos
Love Hurts Maria seemed on the verge of defeating Melina again this week when, suddenly, Jillian distracted her with a lip lock on her beau, Santino Marella to allow the Latina beauty to prevail. But Marias misery didnt end there. Santino issued an ultimatum: She has one week to choose either him or posing for Playboy. Photos | Video
Non-stop Flight Jeff Hardy continued to fly high leading up to No Way Out. The Rainbow-haired Warrior tangled with The Showstopper, Shawn Michaels, in a match just six days before the two meet again in an Elimination Chamber Match. With his hard-fought victory, Hardy kept the momentum rolling.
- MVP has passed the 260 day mark as U.S. champion which is the longest reigning U.S. champion since Rick Rude in WCW and the fifth longest in history. If he keeps the belt through the rest of this month he will top Barry Windham for the fourth spot.
Rory McAlister of the Highlanders tag team has confirmed on his MySpace website that he has suffered a complete pectoral tear and underwent surgery yesterday to repair it. The RAW superstar said he didnt even know he suffered the injury, but realized something was wrong. Here is what he wrote:
I have received countless e-mail asking how I am doing as of late and asking how my injury is. Well I had no clue anyone knew I was hurt as I never told anyone and I don't read the dirt sheets so I have no clue how they know but it's always nice that people show they care.
In a match recently I hurt my chest. Didn't know how, but I knew something was wrong. WWE had me see a surgeon immediately and after an mri I discovered I had torn my right pectoral completely off the bone. I went in for surgery yesterday morning and all went well. The tear was worse than first thought but the Doc assures me it has been anchored securely and he is more than happy with the results. I had an amazing team of surgeons and I have an amazing physical therapy team. Both of whom are the teams the Cincinnati Reds use. I made the joke that I hoped they know medicine better than the Reds know baseball but that joke dropped like a lead fart.
I am totally confident to be back very soon in better shape than I left both physically and mentally. Again thank you for all the e-mails of well being. I will keep you all updated!
- Samoa Joe's current TNA contract will expire in June of this year. Joe signed a 3 year deal with TNA in 2005. He was offered a renewel in 2007 but rejected the deal.
Ik ben Boon Kenneth, en gebruik soms ook wel de schuilnaam Sting.
Ik ben een man en woon in Dworp (Belgie) en mijn beroep is .
Ik ben geboren op 05/06/1989 en ben nu dus 34 jaar jong.
Mijn hobby's zijn: Worstelen en films.
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