Match #1
We open the night with the match between the #1 and #2 after three rounds, both unbeaten with three wins each, both hardly having been challenged in their victories and neither has been in any real danger of losing a match. They're already as good as guaranteed to reach the Final Four so it'll be interesting to see if they take it easy tonight or if they try to make a statement. Somebody's ''0'' must go and it will go tonight.
The Bob pinned Kenta Sawada with the The Horse Stomp in 0:12:00.
Rating: *** 3/4
Kenta Sawada runs into the ropes.
Kenta Sawada hits The Bob with a kick.
Kenta Sawada performs an elbowsmash against The Bob.
Kenta Sawada uses a running power bomb on The Bob.
Charles Robinson counts: One, two, kickout.
Kenta Sawada performs a spin kick against The Bob.
Kenta Sawada whips The Bob into the ropes, but The Bob reverses it.
The Bob goes for a kick to the midsection, but Kenta Sawada blocks it.
Kenta Sawada hits The Bob.
Kenta Sawada chops The Bob.
Kenta Sawada hits The Bob.
Kenta Sawada performs a clothesline against The Bob.
Kenta Sawada whips The Bob into the ropes, but The Bob reverses it.
Kenta Sawada goes for a thrust kick to the head, but The Bob counters it with a low blow.
The Bob performs an elevated power bomb against Kenta Sawada.
Charles Robinson counts: One, two, kickout.
The Bob uses a brain buster on Kenta Sawada.
The Bob covers Kenta Sawada.
Charles Robinson counts: One, two, shoulder up.
The Bob uses a bodyslam turnbuckle smash on Kenta Sawada.
The Bob takes Kenta Sawada down with an armlock legsweep DDT.
The Bob tries a Cradle DDT, but Kenta Sawada counters it with a small package.
Charles Robinson counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Kenta Sawada hits an armbar takedown on The Bob.
Kenta Sawada attempts an Indian deathlock, but The Bob blocks it.
The Bob whips Kenta Sawada into the ropes, but Kenta Sawada reverses it.
Kenta Sawada hits The Bob with a clothesline.
Kenta Sawada throws The Bob into the turnbuckle.
The Bob comes back, but is met with a clothesline.
Kenta Sawada uses a gutwrench suplex on The Bob.
Kenta Sawada runs into the ropes.
Kenta Sawada misses with a kick.
Kenta Sawada misses with an elbow.
Kenta Sawada attempts a clothesline, but The Bob counters it with a Gorilla Press.
The Bob uses an F-5 on Kenta Sawada.
The Bob is going for the pin.
Charles Robinson counts: One, two, thr... kickout.
The Bob hits an F-5 on Kenta Sawada.
The Bob is going for the cover.
Charles Robinson counts: One, two, in the ropes...
The Bob sends Kenta Sawada into the turnbuckle, but Kenta Sawada reverses it.
Kenta Sawada runs shoulder-first into the corner, but The Bob moves out of the way.
The Bob hits Kenta Sawada.
The Bob kicks Kenta Sawada.
Kenta Sawada kicks The Bob.
The Bob punches Kenta Sawada.
The Bob chops Kenta Sawada.
The Bob hits Kenta Sawada.
Kenta Sawada hits The Bob.
Kenta Sawada punches The Bob.
The Bob kicks Kenta Sawada.
The Bob punches Kenta Sawada.
The Bob hits a back heel kick on Kenta Sawada.
The Bob runs into the ropes.
The Bob uses a running cross body on Kenta Sawada.
The Bob uses a flying somersault legdrop on Kenta Sawada.
Charles Robinson counts: One, two, kickout.
The Bob hits an elevated power bomb on Kenta Sawada.
Charles Robinson counts: One, two, shoulder up.
The Bob complains about a slow count.
Kenta Sawada springs to his feet.
Kenta Sawada hits an elbowsmash on The Bob.
Kenta Sawada chops The Bob.
The Bob chops Kenta Sawada.
The Bob punches Kenta Sawada.
The Bob hits a backbreaker on Kenta Sawada.
The Bob goes for a flying dropkick, but Kenta Sawada steps out of the way.
Kenta Sawada works the crowd.
Kenta Sawada whips The Bob into the turnbuckle, but The Bob reverses it.
The Bob runs shoulder-first into the corner.
The Bob performs a backbreaker against Kenta Sawada.
The Bob uses an armlock legsweep DDT on Kenta Sawada.
The Bob tries a cradle piledriver, but Kenta Sawada counters it with a small package.
Charles Robinson counts: One, two, kickout.
Kenta Sawada catches The Bob in a single-leg takedown into a leglock.
The Bob grabs the ropes after holding out for 5 seconds.
Kenta Sawada takes The Bob down with an armbar takedown.
Kenta Sawada runs into the ropes.
The Bob hits Kenta Sawada with an elbow.
The Bob goes for an F-5, but Kenta Sawada slides down his back.
Kenta Sawada takes The Bob down with a German suplex.
Both combatants' shoulders are on the mat.
Charles Robinson counts: One, shoulder up.
Kenta Sawada hits a chop on The Bob.
Kenta Sawada attempts a German suplex, but The Bob blocks it.
The Bob hits a brain buster onto the knee on Kenta Sawada.
The Bob hits a belly-to-belly suplex on Kenta Sawada.
Kenta Sawada springs to his feet.
Kenta Sawada uses a running power bomb on The Bob.
Charles Robinson counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Kenta Sawada performs an elbowdrop against The Bob.
Kenta Sawada executes a flying dropkick against The Bob.
Kenta Sawada throws The Bob into the turnbuckle, but The Bob reverses it.
The Bob runs shoulder-first into the corner.
The Bob whips Kenta Sawada into the turnbuckle.
Kenta Sawada comes back, but is met with a kick to the midsection.
The Bob nails Kenta Sawada with an F-5.
The Bob goes for the Discus Punch, but Kenta Sawada ducks out of the way.
Kenta Sawada throws The Bob into the turnbuckle.
Kenta Sawada runs shoulder-first into the corner.
Kenta Sawada runs into the ropes.
Kenta Sawada hits The Bob with a shoulderblock.
Kenta Sawada whips The Bob into the ropes.
The Bob attempts a running cross body, but Kenta Sawada steps out of the way.
Kenta Sawada executes a flying clothesline against The Bob.
Kenta Sawada takes The Bob down with a double underhook suplex.
Kenta Sawada goes for an elbowdrop, but The Bob moves out of the way.
The Bob executes a running kick to the head against Kenta Sawada.
The Bob whips Kenta Sawada into the ropes.
The Bob hits Kenta Sawada with a shoulderblock.
The Bob whips Kenta Sawada into the ropes.
Kenta Sawada executes a thrust kick to the head against The Bob.
Kenta Sawada attempts a high kick, but The Bob counters it with a legsweep.
The Bob catches Kenta Sawada in a boot choke.
Charles Robinson warns The Bob to let go.
Charles Robinson counts: One, two, three, four.
The Bob covers Kenta Sawada.
Charles Robinson counts: One, kickout.
The Bob performs the Discus Punch against Kenta Sawada.
The Bob gets an airplane spin on Kenta Sawada.
Kenta Sawada is valiantly trying to break the hold.
Kenta Sawada is valiantly trying to break the hold.
The Bob lets go after 22 seconds.
The Bob tries the Discus Punch, but Kenta Sawada ducks out of the way.
Kenta Sawada throws The Bob out of the ring.
Kenta Sawada goes for the bullet tope suicida, but The Bob moves out of the way.
The Bob performs a kick to the midsection against Kenta Sawada.
Charles Robinson counts: 1.
The Bob throws Kenta Sawada into the guardrail.
The Bob uses a kick to the midsection on Kenta Sawada.
Charles Robinson counts: 2.
The Bob nails Kenta Sawada with a cradle piledriver.
Charles Robinson counts: 3.
Charles Robinson counts: 4.
The Bob throws Kenta Sawada into the guardrail.
They're brawling inside the ring area.
The Bob executes a back heel kick against Kenta Sawada.
Kenta Sawada has been cut open.
The Bob throws Kenta Sawada into the guardrail.
The Bob performs a flying shoulderblock against Kenta Sawada.
Charles Robinson counts: 5.
The Bob reenters the ring.
Kenta Sawada rolls back in under the bottom rope.
The Bob performs a back heel kick against Kenta Sawada.
The Bob tries an arm triangle, but Kenta Sawada blocks it.
Kenta Sawada whips The Bob into the ropes.
Kenta Sawada goes for a thrust kick to the head, but The Bob counters it with a low blow.
The Bob runs into the ropes.
The Bob executes the The Horse Stomp against Kenta Sawada.
The Bob goes for the pin.
Charles Robinson counts: One, two, three.
The winner is The Bob. Time of match: 0:12:00
Kenta Sawada opened the match like a house on fire but it didn't take long for The Bob to smartly counter a clothesline attempt by gorilla-pressing the man from Japan above his head and then dropping him to the mat with an F-5 which came within milliseconds of ending Sawada's night early. Bob went back to the same well right away but this time Sawada made the ropes. After a back-and-forth affair, Sawada missing a bullet tope suicida was the beginning of the end. He clearly had his bell rung. Back in the ring, The Bob caught a thrust kick by Sawada and did the only thing a seasoned rulebreaker does: He punched Sawada in the balls and followed it up with his Horse Stomp for the three count and the upset victory. With this win, The Bob reaches the Final Four - and there is still a chance that Sawada will, too.
Match #2
Our colleague Michael Dropps is standing by backstage with the man they call ''The Spider'', Vyacheslav Ivanov.Well hello, girl from Northern Ireland. I don't know what you want to achieve in the tournament, but I promise you a good thrashing tonight. You show quite long and interesting matches, but I assure you that today's match will be your complete failure. I'm the leader of TNM Christmas Brawl!
We understand Ivanov's opponent, ''Lunacore'' Luna Rose, has victory plans of her own.Tonight, I will formally seal my place in the Final Four and send Vyacheslav Ivanov edging closer to elimination from the Christmas Brawl. It's appropriate that he is Russian, because he shall be Russian right out of the tournament when I'm finished with him!
I hope the others pay close attention to my match tonight, because things are going to get very, very Lunacore. I will prove why I am the very best in this tournament and why I will be the one walking out of the Brawl as the ultimate victor, in case my record so far didn't make that clear enough. Sure, there will be at least two more obstacles in my path after this. However, when all is said and done, I will stand tall as their hopes wither away, courtesy of a Famous Last Aphorism.
Luna Rose and Vyacheslav Ivanov battled to a draw in 0:20:00.
Rating: *** 3/4
Vyacheslav Ivanov nails Luna Rose with a powerslam.
Rudy Charles counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Vyacheslav Ivanov whips Luna Rose into the turnbuckle.
Vyacheslav Ivanov charges into the corner, but Luna Rose moves out of the way.
Luna Rose uses a headsmash into the turnbuckle on Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Luna Rose attempts a Cradle DDT, but Vyacheslav Ivanov blocks it.
Vyacheslav Ivanov goes for a fallaway slam, but Luna Rose counters it with a forearm smash.
Luna Rose sends Vyacheslav Ivanov into the turnbuckle, but Vyacheslav Ivanov reverses it.
Vyacheslav Ivanov charges into the corner, but Luna Rose lifts her leg.
Luna Rose goes for a backbreaker, but she can't do it.
Vyacheslav Ivanov executes the Fall with Love against Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov goes for the pin.
Rudy Charles counts: One, two, thr... kickout.
Vyacheslav Ivanov kicks Luna Rose.
Luna Rose kicks Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Luna Rose hits Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Vyacheslav Ivanov chops Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov kicks Luna Rose.
Luna Rose punches Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Vyacheslav Ivanov hits Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov attempts to place Luna Rose on the turnbuckle, but Luna Rose blocks it.
Vyacheslav Ivanov sends Luna Rose into the turnbuckle, but Luna Rose reverses it.
Luna Rose runs shoulder-first into the corner.
Luna Rose whips Vyacheslav Ivanov into the ropes.
Luna Rose hits Vyacheslav Ivanov with an elbow.
Luna Rose hits a facebuster onto the knee on Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Luna Rose goes for the Famous Last Aphorism, but Vyacheslav Ivanov counters it with a dragon screw.
Vyacheslav Ivanov goes for a powerslam, but Luna Rose counters it with a lariat.
Luna Rose attempts a snap suplex, but Vyacheslav Ivanov counters it with a small package.
Rudy Charles counts: One, kickout.
Vyacheslav Ivanov attempts to place Luna Rose on the turnbuckle, but Luna Rose blocks it.
Vyacheslav Ivanov attempts to place Luna Rose on the turnbuckle, but Luna Rose blocks it.
Vyacheslav Ivanov runs into the ropes.
Vyacheslav Ivanov hits Luna Rose with an elbow.
Vyacheslav Ivanov executes a headbutt against Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov uses a kick to the midsection on Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov hits Luna Rose.
Luna Rose punches Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Luna Rose chops Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Luna Rose chops Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Luna Rose uses a Cradle DDT on Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Rudy Charles counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Luna Rose performs a facebuster onto the knee against Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Luna Rose executes the Famous Last Aphorism against Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Rudy Charles counts: One, two, in the ropes...
Luna Rose runs into the ropes.
Vyacheslav Ivanov hits Luna Rose with a backdrop.
Vyacheslav Ivanov poses for the crowd smiling all around.
Vyacheslav Ivanov performs a fallaway slam against Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov is going for the cover.
Rudy Charles counts: One, kickout.
Vyacheslav Ivanov runs into the ropes.
Luna Rose hits Vyacheslav Ivanov with a backdrop.
Luna Rose hits an arm twist ropewalk chop on Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Luna Rose locks Vyacheslav Ivanov in a leg scissors cross kneelock.
Vyacheslav Ivanov is valiantly trying to break the hold.
Vyacheslav Ivanov grabs the ropes after 7 seconds.
Luna Rose uses a headsmash into the turnbuckle on Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Luna Rose runs into the ropes.
Luna Rose performs a clothesline against Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Luna Rose whips Vyacheslav Ivanov into the turnbuckle.
Luna Rose whips Vyacheslav Ivanov into the ropes.
Luna Rose performs a roundhouse kick against Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Luna Rose goes for a draping DDT, but Vyacheslav Ivanov throws her off.
Vyacheslav Ivanov goes for a fallaway slam, but Luna Rose counters it with a forearm smash.
Luna Rose runs into the ropes.
Luna Rose misses with an elbow.
Luna Rose executes a palm blow against Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Luna Rose hits a forearm to the back on Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Luna Rose puts Vyacheslav Ivanov in an achilles tendon hold.
Vyacheslav Ivanov manages to grab the ropes after 8 seconds.
Luna Rose throws Vyacheslav Ivanov out of the ring.
Luna Rose goes for a flip plancha, but Vyacheslav Ivanov moves out of the way.
Vyacheslav Ivanov knocks Luna Rose into the ringsteps.
Vyacheslav Ivanov throws Luna Rose into the ringsteps.
Vyacheslav Ivanov throws Luna Rose into the guardrail.
Rudy Charles counts: 1.
Vyacheslav Ivanov climbs back into the ring.
Luna Rose follows him back in.
Vyacheslav Ivanov whips Luna Rose into the ropes, but Luna Rose reverses it.
Luna Rose misses with a clothesline.
Luna Rose performs a roundhouse kick against Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Luna Rose whips Vyacheslav Ivanov into the ropes.
Luna Rose attempts a palm blow, but Vyacheslav Ivanov blocks it.
Vyacheslav Ivanov attempts to place Luna Rose on the turnbuckle, but Luna Rose blocks it.
Vyacheslav Ivanov uses a back suplex on Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov attempts an inverted headlock backbreaker, but Luna Rose blocks it.
Luna Rose whips Vyacheslav Ivanov into the ropes, but Vyacheslav Ivanov reverses it.
Vyacheslav Ivanov performs a kick to the midsection against Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov tries a powerslam, but Luna Rose counters it with a sunset flip.
Luna Rose uses the ropes for leverage.
Rudy Charles counts: One, kickout.
Luna Rose executes a facebuster onto the knee against Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Luna Rose goes for the Famous Last Aphorism, but Vyacheslav Ivanov counters it with a dragon screw.
Vyacheslav Ivanov executes a kick to the midsection against Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov goes for a slingshot suplex, but Luna Rose counters it with a small package.
Rudy Charles counts: One, shoulder up.
Luna Rose attempts a palm blow, but Vyacheslav Ivanov blocks it.
Vyacheslav Ivanov goes for a fallaway slam, but Luna Rose counters it with a forearm smash.
Luna Rose tries a Fujiwara armbar, but Vyacheslav Ivanov blocks it.
Vyacheslav Ivanov performs a European uppercut against Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov attempts to place Luna Rose on the turnbuckle, but Luna Rose blocks it.
Vyacheslav Ivanov goes for a fallaway slam, but Luna Rose counters it with a forearm smash.
Luna Rose whips Vyacheslav Ivanov into the ropes, but Vyacheslav Ivanov reverses it.
Luna Rose nails Vyacheslav Ivanov with a rolling kick.
Luna Rose tries a backbreaker, but Vyacheslav Ivanov counters it with a facerake.
Vyacheslav Ivanov executes a European uppercut against Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov goes for a headbutt, but Luna Rose blocks it.
Luna Rose attempts to place Vyacheslav Ivanov on the turnbuckle, but Vyacheslav Ivanov blocks it.
Luna Rose runs into the ropes.
Luna Rose goes for a palm blow, but Vyacheslav Ivanov blocks it.
Vyacheslav Ivanov executes a European uppercut against Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov goes for a draping DDT, but Luna Rose counters it with a facerake.
Luna Rose goes for a Cradle DDT, but Vyacheslav Ivanov counters it with a small package.
Rudy Charles counts: One, two, kickout.
Vyacheslav Ivanov hits a dropkick on Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov gets a double reverse chinlock on Luna Rose.
Luna Rose grabs the ropes after 5 seconds.
Vyacheslav Ivanov performs a dropkick against Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov is going for the pin.
Rudy Charles counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Vyacheslav Ivanov whips Luna Rose into the ropes.
Luna Rose hits Vyacheslav Ivanov with a clothesline.
Vyacheslav Ivanov falls out of the ring.
Luna Rose goes for the bullet tope suicida, but Vyacheslav Ivanov moves out of the way.
Vyacheslav Ivanov throws Luna Rose into the ringsteps.
Vyacheslav Ivanov nails Luna Rose with a full nelson slam.
Vyacheslav Ivanov throws Luna Rose into the guardrail.
Rudy Charles counts: 1.
Vyacheslav Ivanov throws Luna Rose into the ringpost.
Vyacheslav Ivanov whips Luna Rose into the guardrail.
Vyacheslav Ivanov executes a vertical suplex against Luna Rose.
Rudy Charles counts: 2.
Vyacheslav Ivanov executes a thrust kick to the head against Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov throws Luna Rose into the guardrail.
Vyacheslav Ivanov executes a vertical suplex against Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov reenters the ring.
Luna Rose follows him back in.
Vyacheslav Ivanov hits a forearm to the back on Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov performs an inverted headlock backbreaker against Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov covers Luna Rose.
Rudy Charles counts: One, two, kickout.
Vyacheslav Ivanov locks Luna Rose in a double reverse chinlock.
Luna Rose is valiantly trying to break the hold.
Luna Rose tries to escape the hold.
Vyacheslav Ivanov lets go after 21 seconds.
Vyacheslav Ivanov is going for the cover.
Rudy Charles counts: One, kickout.
Vyacheslav Ivanov uses a powerslam on Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov uses the ropes for leverage.
Rudy Charles counts: One, two, he sees it.
Rudy Charles threatens Vyacheslav Ivanov with disqualification.
Vyacheslav Ivanov goes for a back elbow, but Luna Rose ducks out of the way.
Luna Rose performs an arm twist ropewalk chop against Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Luna Rose tries a facebuster onto the knee, but Vyacheslav Ivanov blocks it.
Vyacheslav Ivanov performs an inverted headlock backbreaker against Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov uses a slingshot suplex on Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov performs a European uppercut against Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov executes a back suplex against Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov whips Luna Rose into the ropes, but Luna Rose reverses it.
Vyacheslav Ivanov hits Luna Rose with an elbow.
Vyacheslav Ivanov uses a back suplex on Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov goes for a dropkick, but Luna Rose steps out of the way.
Luna Rose goes for a boot choke, but Vyacheslav Ivanov blocks it.
Vyacheslav Ivanov uses a slingshot suplex on Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov throws Luna Rose into the turnbuckle.
Vyacheslav Ivanov charges into the corner, but Luna Rose moves out of the way.
Luna Rose throws Vyacheslav Ivanov out of the ring.
Luna Rose jumps onto him with the bullet tope suicida.
Rudy Charles counts: 1.
Luna Rose reenters the ring.
Vyacheslav Ivanov rolls back in under the bottom rope.
Luna Rose hits a forearm to the back on Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Luna Rose catches Vyacheslav Ivanov in an achilles tendon hold.
Vyacheslav Ivanov reaches the ropes after being locked in the hold for 5 seconds.
Luna Rose hits a Cradle DDT on Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Rudy Charles counts: One, kickout.
Luna Rose tries a clothesline, but Vyacheslav Ivanov counters it with a crucifix.
Rudy Charles counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Vyacheslav Ivanov performs a dropkick against Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov poses for the crowd smiling all around.
Vyacheslav Ivanov hits a powerslam on Luna Rose.
Rudy Charles counts: One, two, kickout.
Vyacheslav Ivanov goes for a European uppercut, but Luna Rose ducks out of the way.
Luna Rose uses a backbreaker on Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Luna Rose catches Vyacheslav Ivanov in an ankle lock.
Vyacheslav Ivanov is struggling to reach the ropes.
Vyacheslav Ivanov is valiantly trying to break the hold.
Luna Rose lets go after 11 seconds.
Luna Rose runs into the ropes.
Luna Rose goes for a palm blow, but Vyacheslav Ivanov blocks it.
Vyacheslav Ivanov performs a kick to the midsection against Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov places Luna Rose on the turnbuckle.
Vyacheslav Ivanov hits a superplex on Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov hits Luna Rose.
Luna Rose hits Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Vyacheslav Ivanov chops Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov chops Luna Rose.
Luna Rose punches Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Luna Rose tries an achilles tendon hold, but Vyacheslav Ivanov blocks it.
Vyacheslav Ivanov attempts a clothesline, but Luna Rose counters it with a crucifix.
Rudy Charles counts: One, two, kickout.
Luna Rose chops Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Vyacheslav Ivanov chops Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov tries a vertical suplex, but Luna Rose counters it with a small package.
Rudy Charles counts: One, kickout.
Luna Rose hits Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Vyacheslav Ivanov chops Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov chops Luna Rose.
Luna Rose chops Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Vyacheslav Ivanov kicks Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov kicks Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov runs into the ropes.
Luna Rose hits Vyacheslav Ivanov with an elbow.
Luna Rose nails Vyacheslav Ivanov with a rolling kick.
Luna Rose whips Vyacheslav Ivanov into the ropes.
Vyacheslav Ivanov and Luna Rose get hit with a double clothesline.
Vyacheslav Ivanov hits Luna Rose.
Luna Rose punches Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Luna Rose uses a clothesline on Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Vyacheslav Ivanov inadvertedly knocks down Rudy Charles.
Luna Rose performs a palm blow against Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Luna Rose hits Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Vyacheslav Ivanov chops Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov kicks Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov executes a clothesline against Luna Rose.
Vyacheslav Ivanov runs into the ropes.
Luna Rose misses with a clothesline.
Luna Rose uses a rolling kick on Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Luna Rose puts Vyacheslav Ivanov in a leg scissors cross kneelock.
There is no referee there to ask Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Vyacheslav Ivanov is inching his way towards the ropes.
Vyacheslav Ivanov tries to fight the pain.
Luna Rose lets go after 23 seconds.
Luna Rose executes a palm blow against Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Brian Hebner comes running down to the ring.
Luna Rose gets an achilles tendon hold on Vyacheslav Ivanov.
Rudy Charles is sporting a dazed look but is back on the job.
The bell rings. The time limit has expired.
When Vyacheslav Ivanov countered a backbreaker attempt by Luna Rose with his patented Fall with Love elbowsmash in the first minute, Rose brought the crowd to its feet by kicking out at the very last moment. If she hadn't been paying attention, this was her wake-up call. The next 18 minutes were a back-and-forth slobberknocker with neither competitor coming close to scoring the winning pin or submission. In the final minute, Ivanov was hit with a clothesline by Luna Rose that was so hard it knocked him into referee Rudy Charles, taking out the official in the process. Luna, sensing time was running out, quickly brought her Russian opponent down with a rolling kick and applied a cross kneelock for the certain submission win. With no referee there to end the match, she let go and yelled towards the backstage area which brought out referee Brian Hebner. Rose transitioned to an achilles tendon hold on her opponent's leg but despite Hebner reaching the ring in time and Rudy Charles rising from the dead, Vyacheslav Ivanov heard the countdown, gritted his teeth and held on despite being in agonizing pain. In the event of a draw, both opponents are awarded one point. This important seventh point guarantees Luna Rose a spot in the Final Four. Vyacheslav Ivanov, however, has been eliminated from the competition because he needed to defeat Luna to get the six points necessary to stay in contention.
Match #3
The Masked Marvel pinned Mo Kingweed with the SuperKick in 0:16:29.
Rating: **** 1/4
Mo Kingweed begs off.
The Masked Marvel climbs to the top turnbuckle, but Mo Kingweed throws him to the mat.
Mo Kingweed hits a mounted elbowsmash on The Masked Marvel.
Mo Kingweed nails The Masked Marvel with a rolling elbow smash.
Mo Kingweed uses a chop on The Masked Marvel.
Mo Kingweed gets an armbar on The Masked Marvel.
The Masked Marvel inches his way towards the ropes after 8 seconds.
Mo Kingweed nails The Masked Marvel with a jumping clothesline.
Mo Kingweed performs a German suplex against The Masked Marvel.
Danny Davis counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Mo Kingweed uses a tilt-a-whirl backbreaker on The Masked Marvel.
Mo Kingweed performs a tilt-a-whirl backbreaker against The Masked Marvel.
Mo Kingweed blows out a cloud of smoke.
Mo Kingweed puts The Masked Marvel in a camel clutch.
The Masked Marvel is struggling to reach the ropes.
The Masked Marvel is inching his way towards the ropes.
The Masked Marvel is valiantly trying to break the hold.
The Masked Marvel grabs the ropes after being locked in the hold for 23 seconds.
Mo Kingweed locks The Masked Marvel in a cross armbreaker.
The Masked Marvel grabs the ropes after 5 seconds.
Mo Kingweed goes for an airplane spin, but The Masked Marvel counters it with an elbowsmash.
The Masked Marvel attempts a clothesline, but Mo Kingweed counters it with a belly-to-belly suplex.
Mo Kingweed catches The Masked Marvel in a camel clutch.
The Masked Marvel is valiantly trying to break the hold.
The Masked Marvel gets ahold of the ropes after holding out for 9 seconds.
Mo Kingweed nails The Masked Marvel with a frog splash.
Danny Davis counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Mo Kingweed tries a flying sunset flip, but The Masked Marvel counters it with a jab.
The Masked Marvel takes Mo Kingweed down with a cradle suplex.
The Masked Marvel attempts a bodyslam, but Mo Kingweed counters it with an elbowsmash.
Mo Kingweed chops The Masked Marvel.
Mo Kingweed punches The Masked Marvel.
The Masked Marvel hits Mo Kingweed.
The Masked Marvel punches Mo Kingweed.
The Masked Marvel chops Mo Kingweed.
Mo Kingweed kicks The Masked Marvel.
The Masked Marvel hits Mo Kingweed.
Mo Kingweed chops The Masked Marvel.
Mo Kingweed punches The Masked Marvel.
The Masked Marvel punches Mo Kingweed.
Mo Kingweed chops The Masked Marvel.
Mo Kingweed performs a jumping clothesline against The Masked Marvel.
Mo Kingweed locks The Masked Marvel in a cross armbreaker.
The Masked Marvel makes it to the ropes after 9 seconds.
Mo Kingweed blows out a cloud of smoke.
Mo Kingweed throws The Masked Marvel out of the ring.
The Masked Marvel hangs on to the ropes with everything he's got.
The Masked Marvel pulls himself back in.
The Masked Marvel sends Mo Kingweed into the turnbuckle.
The Masked Marvel charges into the corner.
The Masked Marvel gets a guillotine choke on Mo Kingweed.
Mo Kingweed is valiantly trying to break the hold.
Mo Kingweed is struggling to reach the ropes.
Mo Kingweed inches his way towards the ropes after holding out for 13 seconds.
The Masked Marvel performs a kneelift against Mo Kingweed.
The Masked Marvel places Mo Kingweed on the turnbuckle.
The Masked Marvel uses a double underhook superplex on Mo Kingweed.
Danny Davis counts: One, two, kickout.
The Masked Marvel attempts to place Mo Kingweed on the turnbuckle, but Mo Kingweed blocks it.
The Masked Marvel executes a handspring elbow against Mo Kingweed.
The Masked Marvel nails Mo Kingweed with an Asai moonsault.
Danny Davis counts: One, two, thr... kickout.
The Masked Marvel uses a series of kicks to the leg on Mo Kingweed.
The Masked Marvel covers Mo Kingweed.
Danny Davis counts: One, two, kickout.
The Masked Marvel attempts to place Mo Kingweed on the turnbuckle, but Mo Kingweed blocks it.
The Masked Marvel catches Mo Kingweed in a guillotine choke.
Mo Kingweed grabs the ropes after holding out for 5 seconds.
The Masked Marvel punches Mo Kingweed.
The Masked Marvel punches Mo Kingweed.
The Masked Marvel hits a dropkick on Mo Kingweed.
The Masked Marvel hits a dragon screw on Mo Kingweed.
The Masked Marvel nails Mo Kingweed with a koppo kick.
The Masked Marvel attempts a dropkick, but Mo Kingweed steps out of the way.
Mo Kingweed whips The Masked Marvel into the ropes.
The Masked Marvel hits Mo Kingweed with a clothesline.
The Masked Marvel executes a piledriver against Mo Kingweed.
The Masked Marvel gets a guillotine choke on Mo Kingweed.
Mo Kingweed grabs the ropes after 8 seconds.
The Masked Marvel performs a Soviet suplex against Mo Kingweed.
Mo Kingweed sits up.
The Masked Marvel executes a German suplex against Mo Kingweed.
Danny Davis counts: One, two, shoulder up.
The Masked Marvel uses an Asai moonsault on Mo Kingweed.
The Masked Marvel uses the ropes for leverage.
Danny Davis counts: One, two, in the ropes...
Mo Kingweed sits up.
Mo Kingweed begs off.
The Masked Marvel tries a stunner, but Mo Kingweed counters it with a backslide.
Danny Davis counts: One, two, kickout.
Mo Kingweed attempts a brain buster, but The Masked Marvel slides down his back.
Mo Kingweed begs off.
The Masked Marvel tries a short clothesline, but Mo Kingweed counters it with a crucifix.
Mo Kingweed uses the ropes for leverage.
Danny Davis counts: One, two, he sees it.
Danny Davis threatens Mo Kingweed with disqualification.
The Masked Marvel begs off.
Mo Kingweed attempts a dropkick, but The Masked Marvel steps out of the way.
Mo Kingweed sits up.
The Masked Marvel runs into the ropes.
Mo Kingweed misses with a clothesline.
Mo Kingweed misses with an elbow.
The Masked Marvel hits Mo Kingweed with a kick.
The Masked Marvel runs into the ropes.
Mo Kingweed hits The Masked Marvel with a backdrop.
Mo Kingweed uses a bodyslam on The Masked Marvel.
Mo Kingweed puts The Masked Marvel in an armbar.
The Masked Marvel gets ahold of the ropes after being locked in the hold for 9 seconds.
The Masked Marvel begs off.
Mo Kingweed leaves the ring.
He returns with a chair.
Mo Kingweed sets up the chair.
Mo Kingweed goes for a spinning back suplex, but The Masked Marvel counters it with a bulldog.
The Masked Marvel is going for the pin.
The Masked Marvel pulls the tights.
Danny Davis counts: One, two, he sees it.
Danny Davis threatens The Masked Marvel with disqualification.
Mo Kingweed sits up.
The Masked Marvel throws Mo Kingweed into the turnbuckle.
Mo Kingweed comes back and rocks The Masked Marvel with a kick to the midsection.
The Masked Marvel begs off.
Mo Kingweed performs a rolling elbow smash against The Masked Marvel.
The Masked Marvel collides with Danny Davis.
Mo Kingweed hits a senton on The Masked Marvel.
There is no referee to count.
Mo Kingweed puts The Masked Marvel in a cross armbreaker.
There is no referee there to ask The Masked Marvel.
The Masked Marvel breaks the hold after 12 seconds.
The Masked Marvel chops Mo Kingweed.
The Masked Marvel hits Mo Kingweed.
The Masked Marvel uses a Soviet suplex on Mo Kingweed.
The Masked Marvel shouts ''wear a mask!''.
Mo Kingweed sits up.
The Masked Marvel chops Mo Kingweed.
The Masked Marvel kicks Mo Kingweed.
The Masked Marvel kicks Mo Kingweed.
Mo Kingweed begs off.
The Masked Marvel hits a dragon screw on Mo Kingweed.
The Masked Marvel puts Mo Kingweed in a sleeperhold.
There is no referee there to ask Mo Kingweed.
Jack Doan comes running down to the ring.
Danny Davis slowly regains consciousness.
Mo Kingweed manages to grab the ropes after 13 seconds.
The Masked Marvel performs a series of kicks to the leg against Mo Kingweed.
The Masked Marvel runs into the ropes.
The Masked Marvel performs a palm blow against Mo Kingweed.
The Masked Marvel hits a flying dropkick on Mo Kingweed.
The Masked Marvel hits a dragon screw on Mo Kingweed.
The Masked Marvel puts Mo Kingweed in a guillotine choke.
The Masked Marvel lets go after 11 seconds.
The Masked Marvel runs into the ropes.
The Masked Marvel attempts a flying clothesline, but Mo Kingweed counters it with an intercept superkick.
The Masked Marvel begs off.
Mo Kingweed whips The Masked Marvel into the ropes.
Mo Kingweed hits The Masked Marvel with a backdrop.
Mo Kingweed hits a flying neckbreaker drop on The Masked Marvel.
Mo Kingweed executes a double-axhandle chop against The Masked Marvel.
Mo Kingweed uses a chop on The Masked Marvel.
Mo Kingweed hits The Masked Marvel.
Mo Kingweed kicks The Masked Marvel.
Mo Kingweed punches The Masked Marvel.
Mo Kingweed uses a back elbow on The Masked Marvel.
Mo Kingweed nails The Masked Marvel with a flying sunset flip.
Danny Davis counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Mo Kingweed catches The Masked Marvel in a double chickenwing submission.
The Masked Marvel makes it to the ropes after 5 seconds.
Mo Kingweed goes for an Aztecan suplex, but The Masked Marvel blocks it.
The Masked Marvel attempts an armdrag takedown, but Mo Kingweed blocks it.
Mo Kingweed throws The Masked Marvel out of the ring.
The Masked Marvel hangs on to the ropes.
The Masked Marvel steps back in.
Mo Kingweed begs off.
The Masked Marvel hits a jawbreaker on Mo Kingweed.
Mo Kingweed begs off.
The Masked Marvel hits a low blow on Mo Kingweed.
The Masked Marvel uses a stunner on Mo Kingweed.
The Masked Marvel performs a brain buster against Mo Kingweed.
The Masked Marvel performs a flying clothesline against Mo Kingweed.
The Masked Marvel uses the Rocker Dropper on Mo Kingweed.
The Masked Marvel hits a piledriver on Mo Kingweed.
Mo Kingweed sits up.
The Masked Marvel chops Mo Kingweed.
Mo Kingweed kicks The Masked Marvel.
The Masked Marvel kicks Mo Kingweed.
The Masked Marvel punches Mo Kingweed.
The Masked Marvel attempts a flying clothesline, but Mo Kingweed counters it with an intercept superkick.
Mo Kingweed executes a flying neckbreaker drop against The Masked Marvel.
Mo Kingweed uses a senton on The Masked Marvel.
Danny Davis counts: One, two, kickout.
Mo Kingweed whips The Masked Marvel into the turnbuckle.
Mo Kingweed runs shoulder-first into the corner, but The Masked Marvel lifts his knee.
The Masked Marvel attempts the Rocker Dropper, but Mo Kingweed blocks it.
Mo Kingweed attempts a spinning back suplex, but The Masked Marvel turns in mid-air and lands on him.
Danny Davis counts: One, two, kickout.
The Masked Marvel hits a koppo kick on Mo Kingweed.
Mo Kingweed begs off.
The Masked Marvel whips Mo Kingweed into the ropes, but Mo Kingweed reverses it.
The Masked Marvel misses with an elbow.
Mo Kingweed misses with a kick.
Mo Kingweed goes for a bodyslam, but The Masked Marvel counters it with a front facelock.
Mo Kingweed is valiantly trying to break the hold.
Mo Kingweed gets ahold of the ropes after holding out for 9 seconds.
Danny Davis removes the chair from the ring.
The Masked Marvel nails Mo Kingweed with a handspring elbow.
The Masked Marvel whips Mo Kingweed into the ropes, but Mo Kingweed reverses it.
Mo Kingweed misses with a clothesline.
The Masked Marvel hits a palm blow on Mo Kingweed.
The Masked Marvel executes a springboard clothesline against Mo Kingweed.
Mo Kingweed collides with Danny Davis.
Mo Kingweed sits up.
The Masked Marvel whips Mo Kingweed into the turnbuckle.
The Masked Marvel charges into the corner.
The Masked Marvel uses a brain buster on Mo Kingweed.
Mo Kingweed sits up.
The Masked Marvel throws Mo Kingweed into the turnbuckle.
The Masked Marvel runs shoulder-first into the corner.
The Masked Marvel gives the sign for the SuperKick.
The Masked Marvel executes the SuperKick against Mo Kingweed.
The Masked Marvel goes for the pin.
There is no referee to count.
Jack Doan takes over as referee.
Jack Doan counts: One, two, three.
The winner is The Masked Marvel. Time of match: 0:16:29
If you're looking for a term to sum up this match, it would have to be ''psychological warfare''. It was also two people pretending to be good guys breaking every rule in the book - to the point referee Danny Davis (DANNY DAVIS!) threated to disqualify both at different points of the match for using the ropes for leverage and pulling tights during a pinfall attempt. It seemed apparent that Kingweed's psychological tricks were starting to get to the Masked Marvel during the second half of the match. At one point, Marvel hit a low blow, a stunner, a flying clothesline, a Rocker Dropper and a piledriver in succession. And then Kingweed just sat up as if nothing had happened. Marvel kept pouring it on but nothing seemed to faze the man from Amsterdam - who was probably high as a kite and not feeling pain at this point. Springboard clothesline? Sit up. Avalanche and brain buster? Sit up. There was only one more thing the Masked Marvel could possibly try: his SuperKick. The referee counted one... two... hesitated slightly - and then his hand hit the mat for a third time. This was an absolute war and had some of the best storytelling of the tournament so far. With the win, The Masked Marvel now has six points and stays in the running to reach the Final Four. What might hurt him, however, is that others tied with him have had tougher competition - and in the event of a tie, this decides who advances. ''Olives'' Mo Kingweed exits the competition today with his head held high.
Match #4
Christopher Tiberius pinned Hampton Doubleday with the Imperial DDT in 0:02:00.
Rating: **
Hampton Doubleday uses a kneelift on Christopher Tiberius.
Hampton Doubleday nails Christopher Tiberius with a snap suplex.
Hampton Doubleday runs into the ropes.
Hampton Doubleday executes a swinging neckbreaker against Christopher Tiberius.
Hampton Doubleday tries a vertical suplex, but Christopher Tiberius reverses it.
In turn, Hampton Doubleday counters it with a small package.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Hampton Doubleday runs into the ropes.
Hampton Doubleday nails Christopher Tiberius with a rolling elbowsmash.
Hampton Doubleday tries a headbutt, but Christopher Tiberius blocks it.
Christopher Tiberius tries a forearm smash, but Hampton Doubleday blocks it.
Hampton Doubleday whips Christopher Tiberius into the ropes.
Christopher Tiberius misses with a clothesline.
Hampton Doubleday hits a jumping front kick on Christopher Tiberius.
Hampton Doubleday goes for a facerake, but Christopher Tiberius blocks it.
Christopher Tiberius hits a forearm smash on Hampton Doubleday.
Christopher Tiberius performs a forearm smash against Hampton Doubleday.
Christopher Tiberius hits a kick to the midsection on Hampton Doubleday.
Christopher Tiberius executes the Imperial DDT against Hampton Doubleday.
Christopher Tiberius goes for the pin.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, three.
The winner is Christopher Tiberius. Time of match: 0:02:00
After his humiliating loss in the last round at the hands of Luna Rose, ''The Last Superstar'' Christopher Tiberius had something to prove against Hampton Doubleday. Tiberius had a chip on his shoulder and wasn't going to be anybody's stepping stone. Doubleday must have sensed something being in the air because he sought to take control right away. Tiberius, however, wasn't having any of it. As Doubleday went for his patented facerake which had been the bane of his opponents so far, Tiberius stopped him dead in his tracks, hit two forearms in retaliation, kicked Doubleday in the gut and - to add insult to injury - eliminated his English opponent with the Imperial DDT. This squash win doesn't just give Tiberius the two extra points to get to the magical number of six points - but since he had tougher competition in the tournament, it makes him slide past The Masked Marvel in the standings. This makes it mathematically impossible for The Masked Marvel to advance and eliminates him from the tournament.
Match #5
Jonny B. Gawdz is standing by backstage with Jordynne Lazard.''Gaijin'' Dan Mastriani from the mean streets of Harford, CT. So you got a 4* match? You think you’re an elite athlete? A super star? A hall-of-famer? Enjoy it! Come Round 4, you won’t be in a 4*match, you’ll be in a Pier 6 brawl at Pier One Imports. Danny-boy, you’re standing between me and the Final Four and I’m the man who’ll take the Shine right out of your Wizard. The Fu Manchu is coming for you and cashing his ticket to the finals!
And Michael Dropps has tracked down the ''Gaijin'', Dan Mastriani. Mike?I don't know what to say, Bill. Dan Mastriani just walked in here, power bombed the audio technician onto a chair, yelled at me to ''WATCH'' and left. I'm afraid I don't have a soundbite for you but actions speak louder than words. Back to you.
Dan Mastriani pinned Jonny B. Gawdz with the Shining Wizard in 0:09:35.
Rating: ***
Dan Mastriani runs into the ropes.
Jonny B. Gawdz misses with a shoulderblock.
Jonny B. Gawdz hits Dan Mastriani with a shoulderblock.
Jonny B. Gawdz throws Dan Mastriani out of the ring.
Jonny B. Gawdz jumps onto him with a flying double foot stomp off the apron.
James Beard counts: 1.
Jonny B. Gawdz runs Dan Mastriani into the ringpost.
James Beard counts: 2.
James Beard counts: 3.
James Beard counts: 4.
Jonny B. Gawdz tries a forearm smash, but Dan Mastriani blocks it.
James Beard counts: 5.
Dan Mastriani climbs back into the ring.
Jonny B. Gawdz climbs back into the ring.
Dan Mastriani performs a kick to the midsection against Jonny B. Gawdz.
Dan Mastriani uses an armbar takedown on Jonny B. Gawdz.
Dan Mastriani catches Jonny B. Gawdz in a flying armbar.
Jonny B. Gawdz reaches the ropes after being locked in the hold for 8 seconds.
Dan Mastriani nails Jonny B. Gawdz with the Sling Blade.
Dan Mastriani uses a springboard side kick on Jonny B. Gawdz.
Dan Mastriani performs a roundhouse kick against Jonny B. Gawdz.
Dan Mastriani executes a drop toe hold against Jonny B. Gawdz.
Dan Mastriani goes for a roundhouse kick, but Jonny B. Gawdz counters it with a legsweep.
Jonny B. Gawdz whips Dan Mastriani into the ropes.
Jonny B. Gawdz uses a chop on Dan Mastriani.
Jonny B. Gawdz uses a kneelift on Dan Mastriani.
Jonny B. Gawdz attempts a headlock takedown, but Dan Mastriani counters it with a back suplex.
In turn, Jonny B. Gawdz counters it with a facerake.
Jonny B. Gawdz executes a forearm smash against Dan Mastriani.
Jonny B. Gawdz performs a kick to the midsection against Dan Mastriani.
Jonny B. Gawdz goes for the Fu Manchu Stunner, but Dan Mastriani blocks it.
Jonny B. Gawdz performs a kick to the midsection against Dan Mastriani.
Jonny B. Gawdz goes for the Fu Manchu Stunner, but Dan Mastriani blocks it.
Jonny B. Gawdz whips Dan Mastriani into the ropes.
Jonny B. Gawdz hits Dan Mastriani with a clothesline.
Jonny B. Gawdz runs into the ropes.
Dan Mastriani uses a palm blow on Jonny B. Gawdz.
Dan Mastriani kicks Jonny B. Gawdz.
Dan Mastriani kicks Jonny B. Gawdz.
Dan Mastriani kicks Jonny B. Gawdz.
Dan Mastriani executes a kick to the midsection against Jonny B. Gawdz.
Dan Mastriani leaves the ring.
He returns with a chair.
Dan Mastriani sets up the chair.
Dan Mastriani performs a drop toe hold onto the chair against Jonny B. Gawdz.
Dan Mastriani hits a superkick on Jonny B. Gawdz.
Dan Mastriani is going for the pin.
James Beard counts: One, shoulder up.
Dan Mastriani attempts the Sling Blade, but Jonny B. Gawdz ducks out of the way.
James Beard removes the chair from the ring.
Jonny B. Gawdz performs a forearm to the back against Dan Mastriani.
Jonny B. Gawdz nails Dan Mastriani with a spinebuster slam.
James Beard counts: One, two, kickout.
Jonny B. Gawdz executes a stomp against Dan Mastriani.
Jonny B. Gawdz uses a forearm smash on Dan Mastriani.
Jonny B. Gawdz uses an elbowsmash on Dan Mastriani.
Jonny B. Gawdz performs a clothesline against Dan Mastriani.
Jonny B. Gawdz tries a back suplex, but Dan Mastriani turns in mid-air and lands on him.
James Beard counts: One, kickout.
Dan Mastriani goes for a kick to the midsection, but Jonny B. Gawdz blocks it.
Jonny B. Gawdz performs a clothesline against Dan Mastriani.
Jonny B. Gawdz executes a forearm smash against Dan Mastriani.
Jonny B. Gawdz tries a spinebuster slam, but Dan Mastriani counters it with a guillotine choke.
Jonny B. Gawdz tries to escape the hold.
Jonny B. Gawdz is struggling to reach the ropes.
Jonny B. Gawdz manages to grab the ropes after holding out for 16 seconds.
Dan Mastriani runs into the ropes.
Dan Mastriani misses with a clothesline.
Dan Mastriani uses a rolling kick on Jonny B. Gawdz.
Dan Mastriani attempts a waterwheel drop, but Jonny B. Gawdz blocks it.
Jonny B. Gawdz executes a headsmash into the turnbuckle against Dan Mastriani.
Jonny B. Gawdz executes an elbowsmash against Dan Mastriani.
Jonny B. Gawdz whips Dan Mastriani into the ropes.
Dan Mastriani nails Jonny B. Gawdz with a rolling kick.
Dan Mastriani leaves the ring.
He returns with a chair.
Dan Mastriani sets up the chair.
Dan Mastriani uses the Sling Blade onto the chair on Jonny B. Gawdz.
Dan Mastriani runs into the ropes.
Dan Mastriani performs a rolling kick against Jonny B. Gawdz.
Dan Mastriani executes a snap suplex against Jonny B. Gawdz.
Dan Mastriani performs a punch against Jonny B. Gawdz.
James Beard removes the chair from the ring.
Dan Mastriani sends Jonny B. Gawdz into the turnbuckle, but Jonny B. Gawdz reverses it.
Jonny B. Gawdz executes a back suplex against Dan Mastriani.
Dan Mastriani springs to his feet.
Dan Mastriani nails Jonny B. Gawdz with an STO.
Dan Mastriani is going for the pin.
James Beard counts: One, two, kickout.
Dan Mastriani hits a rolling kick on Jonny B. Gawdz.
Dan Mastriani uses a series of punches on Jonny B. Gawdz.
Dan Mastriani attempts a spinning toe hold, but Jonny B. Gawdz blocks it.
Jonny B. Gawdz punches Dan Mastriani.
Jonny B. Gawdz kicks Dan Mastriani.
Dan Mastriani kicks Jonny B. Gawdz.
Dan Mastriani kicks Jonny B. Gawdz.
Dan Mastriani locks Jonny B. Gawdz in the cross-face chicken wing.
Jonny B. Gawdz reaches the ropes after 5 seconds.
Dan Mastriani tries a punch, but Jonny B. Gawdz reverses it.
Jonny B. Gawdz gives the sign for the Tombstone.
Jonny B. Gawdz executes a Tombstone against Dan Mastriani.
Jonny B. Gawdz covers Dan Mastriani.
James Beard counts: One, two, thr... shoulder up.
Jonny B. Gawdz tries a kick to the midsection, but Dan Mastriani counters it with a dragon screw.
Dan Mastriani performs a dropkick to the knee against Jonny B. Gawdz.
Dan Mastriani gives the sign for the Shining Wizard.
Dan Mastriani executes the Shining Wizard against Jonny B. Gawdz.
Dan Mastriani goes for the pin.
James Beard counts: One, two, three.
The winner is Dan Mastriani. Time of match: 0:09:35
If you looked up the word ''backfire'' in the dictionary, chances are you'll see a picture of Jonny B. Gawdz next to it, flanked by a link to the promo above. At least that's what you'd think reading the result above - but you couldn't be more wrong. Yes, Dan Mastriani wasted no time and tried to take it to his opponent right away, with the action even spilling to the floor early. But Gawdz managed to turn the tables once they were back in the ring. It seemed like this match was going to go like many others before: kick to the midsection, Fu Manchu Stunner, good night Irene. Gawdz tried it once and was blocked. He went right back to it and was blocked again. While the match went back and forth after this point, having failed to land his finisher twice must have done a number on Jonny B. Gawdz' confidence, with control going to Mastriani more and more. Jonny B. Gawdz turned the tide one more time late in the match when he managed to punch Mastriani in the face and then tombstone him for a 2.9 count. This gave Jonny the confidence to go back to the well, hit the kick to the midsection and go for the Fu Manchu Stunner one more time - only it was not to be. Mastriani, whom the tombstone must have woken up, countered with a dragon screw, a dropkick to the knee and ended Jonny B. Gawdz' night and tournament with the Shining Wizard. The win doesn't just give Mastriani six points but his tougher level of competition in getting there takes him right past Kenta Sawada and Christopher Tiberius, eliminating Tiberius from the tournament and putting Sawada in the 4th spot with Mastriani in 3rd and The Bob and Luna Rose completing the Final Four.
Unfortunately it also means that the next match between Nick Demola and Bobby Goodwin will no longer have any bearing on the Final Four. Nick Demola's level of competition would put him dead last in the group with six points if he wins, making it mathematically impossible for him to advance win, lose or draw.
Match #6
Nick Demola defeated Bobby Goodwin when Bobby Goodwin passed out in the Vice Lock in 0:17:48.
Rating: *** 1/2
Bobby Goodwin takes Nick Demola down with an overhead belly-to-belly suplex.
Bobby Goodwin runs into the ropes.
Nick Demola misses with a clothesline.
Nick Demola executes a bulldog headlock against Bobby Goodwin.
Nick Demola hits a leaping swinging DDT on Bobby Goodwin.
Nick Demola goes for an inverted suplex, but Bobby Goodwin throws him off.
Bobby Goodwin performs a knee strike against Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin attempts an overhead belly-to-belly suplex, but Nick Demola blocks it.
Nick Demola executes a right jab against Bobby Goodwin.
Nick Demola runs into the ropes.
Bobby Goodwin attempts a lariat, but Nick Demola blocks it.
Nick Demola whips Bobby Goodwin into the ropes.
Nick Demola goes for a football tackle, but Bobby Goodwin counters it with a kick to the head.
Bobby Goodwin hits an overhead belly-to-belly suplex on Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin hits a forearm to the back on Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin uses a mounted punch on Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin uses a knee strike on Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin executes a lariat against Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin hits a forearm to the back on Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin executes a lariat against Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin is going for the cover.
James Beard counts: One, two, kickout.
Bobby Goodwin launches Nick Demola across the ring with an overhead belly-to-belly suplex.
Bobby Goodwin hits a kneelift on Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin performs a kneelift against Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin executes a vertical suplex against Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin goes for a vertical suplex, but Nick Demola counters it with a small package.
James Beard counts: One, shoulder up.
Nick Demola places Bobby Goodwin on the turnbuckle.
Nick Demola launches Bobby Goodwin across the ring with a belly-to-belly superplex.
Nick Demola takes Bobby Goodwin down with an inverted suplex.
Nick Demola places Bobby Goodwin on the turnbuckle.
Nick Demola nails Bobby Goodwin with a belly-to-belly superplex.
Nick Demola whips Bobby Goodwin into the ropes.
Nick Demola executes a left hook against Bobby Goodwin.
Nick Demola executes a leaping swinging DDT against Bobby Goodwin.
Nick Demola tries an eye gouge, but Bobby Goodwin blocks it.
Bobby Goodwin executes an overhead belly-to-belly suplex against Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin tries a lariat, but Nick Demola ducks out of the way.
Nick Demola throws Bobby Goodwin into the turnbuckle.
Nick Demola runs shoulder-first into the corner, but Bobby Goodwin moves out of the way.
Bobby Goodwin hits a forearm to the back on Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin performs a knee strike against Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin hits a forearm to the back on Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin tries an overhead belly-to-belly suplex, but Nick Demola counters it with a kneelift.
Nick Demola performs a double arm DDT against Bobby Goodwin.
Nick Demola uses a right jab on Bobby Goodwin.
Nick Demola punches Bobby Goodwin.
Nick Demola punches Bobby Goodwin.
Nick Demola nails Bobby Goodwin with a short clothesline.
Nick Demola throws Bobby Goodwin into the turnbuckle.
Nick Demola punches Bobby Goodwin.
Nick Demola punches Bobby Goodwin.
Nick Demola hits Bobby Goodwin.
Bobby Goodwin kicks Nick Demola.
Nick Demola hits Bobby Goodwin.
Nick Demola hits Bobby Goodwin.
Nick Demola uses a left hook on Bobby Goodwin.
Nick Demola tries an eye gouge, but Bobby Goodwin blocks it.
Bobby Goodwin executes a knee strike against Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin hits an overhead belly-to-belly suplex on Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin hits a forearm to the back on Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin hits an overhead belly-to-belly suplex on Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin executes a vertical suplex against Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin tries a lariat, but Nick Demola counters it with a hiptoss.
Nick Demola attempts a belly-to-belly suplex, but Bobby Goodwin counters it with an elbowsmash.
Bobby Goodwin hits Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin hits Nick Demola.
Nick Demola chops Bobby Goodwin.
Bobby Goodwin kicks Nick Demola.
Nick Demola hits Bobby Goodwin.
Nick Demola punches Bobby Goodwin.
Bobby Goodwin hits Nick Demola.
Nick Demola chops Bobby Goodwin.
Nick Demola goes for a leaping swinging DDT, but Bobby Goodwin throws him off.
Bobby Goodwin runs into the ropes.
Nick Demola misses with a clothesline.
Nick Demola misses with a clothesline.
Nick Demola tries a belly-to-belly suplex, but Bobby Goodwin blocks it.
Bobby Goodwin kicks Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin kicks Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin launches Nick Demola across the ring with an overhead belly-to-belly suplex.
Bobby Goodwin whips Nick Demola into the ropes.
Nick Demola goes for a football tackle, but Bobby Goodwin counters it with a kick to the head.
Bobby Goodwin executes a mounted elbowsmash against Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin uses a mounted punch on Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin goes for a vertical suplex, but Nick Demola counters it with a small package.
James Beard counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Nick Demola tries a belly-to-belly suplex, but Bobby Goodwin counters it with an elbowsmash.
Bobby Goodwin hits an overhead belly-to-belly suplex on Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin is going for the cover.
James Beard counts: One, two, kickout.
Bobby Goodwin attempts a lariat, but Nick Demola ducks out of the way.
Nick Demola performs an earringer against Bobby Goodwin.
Nick Demola attempts a heart punch, but Bobby Goodwin blocks it.
Bobby Goodwin executes a kneelift against Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin chops Nick Demola.
Nick Demola punches Bobby Goodwin.
Bobby Goodwin hits Nick Demola.
Nick Demola punches Bobby Goodwin.
Nick Demola throws Bobby Goodwin out of the ring.
Nick Demola goes through the ropes.
Bobby Goodwin is busted wide open.
Nick Demola shoves Bobby Goodwin into the guardrail.
Nick Demola executes a short clothesline against Bobby Goodwin.
James Beard counts: 1.
Nick Demola performs an eye gouge against Bobby Goodwin.
Nick Demola whips Bobby Goodwin into the guardrail.
Nick Demola executes a cradle piledriver against Bobby Goodwin.
James Beard counts: 2.
Nick Demola hits a facerake on Bobby Goodwin.
James Beard counts: 3.
Nick Demola throws Bobby Goodwin into the guardrail.
Nick Demola attempts a facerake, but Bobby Goodwin blocks it.
James Beard counts: 4.
Bobby Goodwin attempts an overhead belly-to-belly suplex, but Nick Demola counters it with a belly-to-belly suplex.
Nick Demola throws Bobby Goodwin into the guardrail.
Nick Demola throws Bobby Goodwin back into the ring.
Nick Demola puts Bobby Goodwin in an armbar submission.
Bobby Goodwin is valiantly trying to break the hold.
Bobby Goodwin breaks the hold after 6 seconds.
Bobby Goodwin nails Nick Demola with a lariat.
Bobby Goodwin goes for a Texas Cloverleaf, but Nick Demola blocks it.
Nick Demola uses an uppercut on Bobby Goodwin.
Nick Demola nails Bobby Goodwin with a cradle piledriver.
Nick Demola executes an eye gouge against Bobby Goodwin.
Nick Demola goes for a fisherman buster, but Bobby Goodwin counters it with a small package.
James Beard counts: One, kickout.
Bobby Goodwin complains about a slow count.
Bobby Goodwin throws Nick Demola out of the ring.
James Beard counts: one, two, three, four, five, Nick Demola reenters the ring.
Bobby Goodwin performs a kneelift against Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin hits Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin chops Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin whips Nick Demola into the ropes.
Nick Demola uses a football tackle on Bobby Goodwin.
Nick Demola attempts a short clothesline, but Bobby Goodwin counters it with a crucifix.
James Beard counts: One, two, kickout.
Bobby Goodwin uses an overhead belly-to-belly suplex on Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin hits a forearm to the back on Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin executes an overhead belly-to-belly suplex against Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin attempts a mounted elbowsmash, but Nick Demola blocks it.
Nick Demola nails Bobby Goodwin with a cradle piledriver.
Nick Demola attempts a football tackle, but Bobby Goodwin counters it with a DDT.
Bobby Goodwin hits a kneelift on Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin hits a knee strike on Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin whips Nick Demola into the ropes, but Nick Demola reverses it.
Bobby Goodwin performs a lariat against Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin executes a lariat against Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin uses a mounted punch on Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin executes a mounted punch against Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin tries a knee strike, but Nick Demola blocks it.
Nick Demola tries a Death Valley Driver, but Bobby Goodwin counters it with a crucifix.
James Beard counts: One, two, thr... kickout.
Bobby Goodwin attempts an overhead belly-to-belly suplex, but Nick Demola blocks it.
Nick Demola performs an elbow smash against Bobby Goodwin.
Nick Demola nails Bobby Goodwin with a double arm DDT.
Nick Demola hits a cradle piledriver on Bobby Goodwin.
Nick Demola goes for a facerake, but Bobby Goodwin blocks it.
Bobby Goodwin uses a knee strike on Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin runs into the ropes.
Nick Demola misses with an elbow.
Nick Demola goes for a bulldog headlock, but Bobby Goodwin throws him off.
Bobby Goodwin attempts a knee strike, but Nick Demola blocks it.
Nick Demola attempts an eye gouge, but Bobby Goodwin blocks it.
Bobby Goodwin uses a lariat on Nick Demola.
Bobby Goodwin tries a vertical suplex, but Nick Demola blocks it.
Nick Demola executes a heart punch against Bobby Goodwin.
Nick Demola tries an earringer, but Bobby Goodwin counters it with a backdrop.
In turn, Nick Demola counters it with a sunset flip.
James Beard counts: One, two, kickout.
Nick Demola complains about a slow count.
Nick Demola performs an uppercut against Bobby Goodwin.
Nick Demola sends Bobby Goodwin into the turnbuckle.
Nick Demola runs shoulder-first into the corner, but Bobby Goodwin lifts his knee.
Bobby Goodwin whips Nick Demola into the ropes.
Nick Demola performs a football tackle against Bobby Goodwin.
Bobby Goodwin bumps into James Beard.
Nick Demola whips Bobby Goodwin into the ropes, but Bobby Goodwin reverses it.
Nick Demola misses with a kick.
Nick Demola hits Bobby Goodwin with a kick.
Nick Demola puts Bobby Goodwin in a Boston crab.
There is no referee there to ask Bobby Goodwin.
Bobby Goodwin is struggling to reach the ropes.
Earl Hebner comes running down to the ring.
Bobby Goodwin grabs the ropes after 19 seconds.
Nick Demola nails Bobby Goodwin with a fisherman buster.
Nick Demola executes the Vice Lock against Bobby Goodwin.
Bobby Goodwin is valiantly trying to break the hold.
Bobby Goodwin tries to fight the pain.
James Beard crawls over to the ropes and uses them to get up.
Bobby Goodwin summons one last burst of energy.
James Beard asks Bobby Goodwin if he should stop the fight.
Bobby Goodwin shakes his head.
James Beard asks Bobby Goodwin if he should stop the fight.
Bobby Goodwin shakes his head.
Bobby Goodwin is writhing in pain.
James Beard asks Bobby Goodwin if he's still there.
Bobby Goodwin nods.
Bobby Goodwin is close to passing out from the pain.
James Beard checks Bobby Goodwin's arm.
He lifts it... it falls.
He lifts it... it falls.
He lifts it... it falls.
James Beard stops the match after 45 seconds.
The winner is Nick Demola. Time of match: 0:17:48
If anybody was expecting that Nick Demola and Bobby Goodwin were going to be taking it easy because neither had a chance to reach the Final Four, well... they were proven wrong. Demola and Goodwin tore the house down for almost 18 minutes. Final Four or not - Nick Demola was not going to be denied tonight. At the 17-minute mark, he dropped Bobby Goodwin straight onto his head and neck with a fisherman buster and applied his patented Vice Lock, squeezing and squeezing. Bobby fought it valiantly, trying everything in his power to break the hold. Referee James Beard gave him multiple opportunities to verbally submit but Bobby's toughness wouldn't allow it - not even once. Bobby Goodwin eventually went out cold - but he never tapped. Ladies and gentlemen... this is what wrestling is all about.
Match #7
Our colleagues have been trying to track down Tarot all night but he seems to have disappeared so unfortunately we couldn't ask him about his upcoming match against John Lamb. Lamb, however, is standing by backstage. Take it away, Mike!You know, it's no secret that the Christmas Brawl hasn't gone the way I would have liked it to. It would take an act of God for me to advance to the elimination rounds...but that doesn't mean I'm not going to go out there and give it everything I've got. Tarot, I've watched your matches and I'm impressed by what I've seen. You've got a lot of talent and I'm in for a heck of a fight but at the end of the day you beating me just isn't in the cards.
John Lamb pinned Tarot with the Facial in 0:07:09.
Rating: **** 1/4
Tarot performs a Japanese armdrag takedown against John Lamb.
Tarot executes a power bomb against John Lamb.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Tarot performs a spinning headscissors against John Lamb.
Tarot runs into the ropes.
John Lamb goes for an armbar submission, but Tarot blocks it.
Tarot performs a flying headscissors against John Lamb.
Tarot whips John Lamb into the ropes.
Tarot performs a dropkick to the knee against John Lamb.
Tarot goes for a Frankensteiner from the top rope, but John Lamb steps out of the way.
John Lamb covers Tarot.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, kickout.
John Lamb attempts a moonsault, but Tarot moves out of the way.
Tarot throws John Lamb out of the ring.
John Lamb holds on to the top and second ropes.
John Lamb pulls himself back in.
John Lamb whips Tarot into the ropes, but Tarot reverses it.
Tarot misses with a shoulderblock.
Tarot hits John Lamb with a shoulderblock.
Tarot is going for the cover.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, kickout.
Tarot works the crowd.
Tarot runs into the ropes.
John Lamb hits a chop on Tarot.
John Lamb hits a Discus lariat on Tarot.
John Lamb puts Tarot in a half crab.
Tarot breaks the hold after 11 seconds.
Tarot takes John Lamb down with an Aztecan suplex.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Tarot nails John Lamb with a Frankensteiner from the top rope.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, kickout.
Tarot executes a legdrop against John Lamb.
Tarot is going for the pin.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, kickout.
Tarot executes a Japanese armdrag takedown against John Lamb.
Tarot uses a dropkick on John Lamb.
Tarot takes John Lamb down with an Aztecan suplex.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, kickout.
Tarot sends John Lamb into the turnbuckle, but John Lamb reverses it.
John Lamb catches Tarot totally by surprise.
John Lamb executes the Facial against Tarot.
John Lamb goes for the pin.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, thr... kickout.
John Lamb executes a forearm smash against Tarot.
John Lamb uses a rolling elbowsmash on Tarot.
John Lamb runs into the ropes.
Tarot performs a kick to the midsection against John Lamb.
Tarot attempts a spinning leg lariat, but John Lamb steps out of the way.
John Lamb locks Tarot in a stretch muffler.
Tarot is struggling to reach the ropes.
Tarot makes it to the ropes after 11 seconds.
John Lamb starts a slow clap.
John Lamb runs into the ropes.
John Lamb goes for the Facial, but Tarot counters it with a spear.
Tarot chops John Lamb.
John Lamb chops Tarot.
John Lamb kicks Tarot.
Tarot kicks John Lamb.
Tarot chops John Lamb.
Tarot chops John Lamb.
Tarot goes for a handspring into a Frankensteiner, but John Lamb counters it with a power bomb.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, kickout.
John Lamb starts a slow clap.
John Lamb catches Tarot in a scorpion deathlock.
Tarot is valiantly trying to break the hold.
Tarot tries to escape the hold.
Tarot inches his way towards the ropes after 10 seconds.
John Lamb starts a slow clap.
John Lamb executes a double arm DDT against Tarot.
John Lamb starts a slow clap.
John Lamb puts Tarot in a scorpion deathlock.
Tarot is valiantly trying to break the hold.
Tarot is struggling to reach the ropes.
John Lamb lets go after 11 seconds.
John Lamb leaves the ring.
He returns with a chair.
John Lamb sets up the chair.
John Lamb performs a bodyslam onto the chair against Tarot.
John Lamb hits a Discus lariat on Tarot.
John Lamb hits a German suplex on Tarot.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, kickout.
John Lamb complains about a slow count.
John Lamb nails Tarot with a brain buster.
John Lamb runs into the ropes.
John Lamb uses a rolling elbowsmash on Tarot.
John Lamb performs a frog splash against Tarot.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, kickout.
John Lamb uses an elbowsmash on Tarot.
John Lamb catches Tarot in an armbar submission.
Tarot tries to escape the hold.
John Lamb lets go after 15 seconds.
John Lamb hits a dropkick on Tarot.
John Lamb runs into the ropes.
John Lamb misses with a shoulderblock.
John Lamb hits Tarot with a shoulderblock.
John Lamb whips Tarot into the ropes, but Tarot reverses it.
John Lamb goes for a rolling elbowsmash, but Tarot blocks it.
Earl Hebner removes the chair from the ring.
Tarot tries a flying cross body press, but John Lamb rolls through with the move.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, thr... shoulder up.
John Lamb locks Tarot in an armbar submission.
Tarot makes it to the ropes after being locked in the hold for 5 seconds.
John Lamb performs a series of elbowsmashes against Tarot.
John Lamb executes the Facial against Tarot.
John Lamb goes for the pin.
Earl Hebner counts: One, two, three.
The winner is John Lamb. Time of match: 0:07:09
Tarot's personality wasn't the only mysterious thing about this match. The man from Le Carnaval did really well for himself until catching a Facial from John Lamb which seemed to take him completely by surprise. While Tarot managed to kick out right before the three count, he never really got back into the match afterwards beyond a few hope spots. A second Facial around the 7-minute mark spelt the end of the match and - unfortunately - also both John Lamb's and Tarot's exit from the tournament. If you're going to go out, this is the way to do it.
Match #8
JL Stinger pinned Lee Campbell after a superkick in 0:03:30.
Rating: ** 1/2
Lee Campbell executes the Doctor Bomb against JL Stinger.
Chad Patton counts: One, shoulder up.
Lee Campbell whips JL Stinger into the ropes, but JL Stinger reverses it.
Lee Campbell hits an ax kick on JL Stinger.
Lee Campbell performs a flying elbowdrop against JL Stinger.
Chad Patton counts: One, two, thr... kickout.
Lee Campbell hits a European uppercut on JL Stinger.
Lee Campbell is going for the pin.
Chad Patton counts: One, kickout.
Lee Campbell hits a flying dropkick on JL Stinger.
Lee Campbell is going for the pin.
Chad Patton counts: One, two, in the ropes...
Lee Campbell nails JL Stinger with a powerslam.
Chad Patton counts: One, two, kickout.
Lee Campbell hits a face-first piledriver on JL Stinger.
Lee Campbell runs into the ropes.
JL Stinger hits Lee Campbell with a clothesline.
JL Stinger sticks his arms out.
Lee Campbell sits up.
JL Stinger whips Lee Campbell into the ropes.
Lee Campbell hits JL Stinger with a shoulderblock.
Lee Campbell attempts a bodyslam turnbuckle smash, but JL Stinger blocks it.
JL Stinger runs into the ropes.
JL Stinger hits Lee Campbell with a shoulderblock.
JL Stinger goes for a tiger suplex, but Lee Campbell blocks it.
Lee Campbell runs into the ropes.
Lee Campbell uses an enzuilariato on JL Stinger.
Lee Campbell whips JL Stinger into the ropes.
Lee Campbell misses with an elbow.
Lee Campbell hits JL Stinger with an elbow.
Lee Campbell gives the sign for the soccer kick.
Lee Campbell nails JL Stinger with a soccer kick.
Lee Campbell executes a dropkick to the knee against JL Stinger.
Lee Campbell uses a mounted punch on JL Stinger.
Lee Campbell goes for an arm wringer, but JL Stinger flips over.
JL Stinger tries a full nelson, but Lee Campbell counters it with a headbutt.
Lee Campbell tries a gutwrench suplex, but JL Stinger counters it with a backdrop.
JL Stinger covers Lee Campbell.
Chad Patton counts: One, two, kickout.
JL Stinger whips Lee Campbell into the ropes.
Lee Campbell nails JL Stinger with an enzuilariato.
Lee Campbell uses a swinging neckbreaker on JL Stinger.
Lee Campbell attempts a bodyslam turnbuckle smash, but JL Stinger slides down his back.
JL Stinger performs a superkick against Lee Campbell.
JL Stinger is going for the cover.
Chad Patton counts: One, two, three.
The winner is JL Stinger. Time of match: 0:03:30
Just when it seemed like JL Stinger was going to have another bad night, his overall ring generalship and perseverence ended up being too much for Lee Campbell to overcome. While the Scotsman controlled most of the match, Stinger managed to counter a bodyslam turnbuckle smash by sliding down Campbell's back, shoving him into the turnbuckle and hitting a superkick as Campbell turned around for the one - two - three in only 3 1/2 minutes. While JL Stinger, one of the true veterans of TNM tournaments, can't be happy with his overall 2-2 finish, this was the type of performance you want to go out on.
Match #9
As The Black Shuck arrived earlier tonight, our colleague Jordynne Lazard caught up with the imposing Brit. This is what he had to say.Basher, I’m about to teach you that The Black Shuck isn’t just folklore......... it’s your Friday night nightmare! Hooowwwwlllllllllll!
Going backstage again now where Michael Dropps is being joined by the man from the Bayou, Basher Loadstone. And we understand he has more than one axe to grind tonight.Hey, Masked Marvel! Round 3 of the TNM Christmas Brawl you used every shortcut you could think of to get the job done. All the fans know, you're nothing but a mangy, dirty dog beneath that mask! Where I come from if a dog is that dirty, we take the hose to 'em. Keep an eye out, Marvel. This ain't over yet.
I've got my next match against The Black Shuck. Shuck, I don't know if you shuck and jive or shuck oysters but I'm staying in this thing so get ready!
The Black Shuck pinned Basher Loadstone with the Folklore in 0:09:04.
Rating: *** 1/4
Basher Loadstone whips The Black Shuck into the ropes.
The Black Shuck and Basher Loadstone get hit with a double clothesline.
The Black Shuck hits a bodyslam turnbuckle smash on Basher Loadstone.
The Black Shuck attempts a back heel kick, but Basher Loadstone blocks it.
Basher Loadstone whips The Black Shuck into the ropes.
The Black Shuck hits Basher Loadstone with a shoulderblock.
The Black Shuck attempts a scorpion deathlock, but Basher Loadstone counters it with a small package.
Danny Davis counts: One, two, kickout.
Basher Loadstone complains about a slow count.
The Black Shuck executes a knee to the back against Basher Loadstone.
The Black Shuck whips Basher Loadstone into the ropes.
The Black Shuck hits Basher Loadstone with an elbow.
The Black Shuck hits a spear on Basher Loadstone.
The Black Shuck whips Basher Loadstone into the ropes, but Basher Loadstone reverses it.
Basher Loadstone misses with a shoulderblock.
The Black Shuck uses a back heel kick on Basher Loadstone.
The Black Shuck executes a DDT against Basher Loadstone.
The Black Shuck catches Basher Loadstone in a camel clutch.
Basher Loadstone reaches the ropes after being trapped for 5 seconds.
The Black Shuck howls at the crowd like a dog possessed!.
The Black Shuck performs a bodyslam turnbuckle smash against Basher Loadstone.
The Black Shuck hits a 450 splash on Basher Loadstone.
The Black Shuck pulls the tights.
Danny Davis counts: One, two, he sees it.
Danny Davis threatens The Black Shuck with disqualification.
The Black Shuck catches Basher Loadstone in a boot choke.
Danny Davis warns The Black Shuck to let go.
Danny Davis counts: One, two, three, four.
Danny Davis counts: One, two, three.
Danny Davis counts: One, two, three, four.
The Black Shuck hits a bridging back suplex on Basher Loadstone.
Both combatants' shoulders are on the mat.
Danny Davis counts: One, kickout.
The Black Shuck catches Basher Loadstone in an ankle lock.
Basher Loadstone is struggling to reach the ropes.
Basher Loadstone manages to grab the ropes after holding out for 20 seconds.
The Black Shuck howls at the crowd like a dog possessed!.
The Black Shuck performs a flying side kick against Basher Loadstone.
The Black Shuck executes the Angle Slam against Basher Loadstone.
The Black Shuck goes for a 450 splash, but Basher Loadstone rolls out of the way.
Basher Loadstone uses a short lariat on The Black Shuck.
Danny Davis counts: One, two, shoulder up.
The Black Shuck sits up.
Basher Loadstone performs a running powerslam against The Black Shuck.
Danny Davis counts: One, two, kickout.
Basher Loadstone complains about a slow count.
Basher Loadstone whips The Black Shuck into the ropes.
The Black Shuck uses a back heel kick on Basher Loadstone.
The Black Shuck goes for a bulldog, but Basher Loadstone throws him off.
Basher Loadstone executes a chop against The Black Shuck.
Basher Loadstone nails The Black Shuck with a short lariat.
Danny Davis counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Basher Loadstone complains about a slow count.
Basher Loadstone nails The Black Shuck with a falling splash.
Danny Davis counts: One, kickout.
The Black Shuck sits up.
Basher Loadstone sends The Black Shuck into the turnbuckle.
Basher Loadstone charges in with a double-axhandle chop, but The Black Shuck moves out of the way.
The Black Shuck hits a chop on Basher Loadstone.
The Black Shuck executes a bodyslam turnbuckle smash against Basher Loadstone.
The Black Shuck climbs to the top turnbuckle, but Basher Loadstone nails him in the stomach.
The Black Shuck falls onto the top turnbuckle.
The Black Shuck sits up.
Basher Loadstone nails The Black Shuck with a belly-to-back superplex.
Basher Loadstone is going for the cover.
Danny Davis counts: One, two, kickout.
The Black Shuck sits up.
Basher Loadstone executes a double underhook piledriver against The Black Shuck.
Basher Loadstone performs a flying bodypress against The Black Shuck.
Danny Davis counts: One, shoulder up.
Basher Loadstone complains about a slow count.
Basher Loadstone whips The Black Shuck into the ropes, but The Black Shuck reverses it.
Basher Loadstone misses with a shoulderblock.
The Black Shuck hits Basher Loadstone with a kick.
The Black Shuck uses an uppercut on Basher Loadstone.
The Black Shuck whips Basher Loadstone into the ropes.
Basher Loadstone misses with a shoulderblock.
The Black Shuck misses with a clothesline.
Basher Loadstone hits a football tackle on The Black Shuck.
Basher Loadstone performs a chop against The Black Shuck.
Basher Loadstone runs into the ropes.
Basher Loadstone misses with a clothesline.
The Black Shuck hits a bulldog on Basher Loadstone.
The Black Shuck throws Basher Loadstone into the turnbuckle.
The Black Shuck charges into the corner.
The Black Shuck uses a headbutt on Basher Loadstone.
The Black Shuck performs a bulldog against Basher Loadstone.
The Black Shuck howls at the crowd like a dog possessed!.
The Black Shuck whips Basher Loadstone into the ropes, but Basher Loadstone reverses it.
Basher Loadstone executes a chop against The Black Shuck.
Basher Loadstone performs a kick to the midsection against The Black Shuck.
Basher Loadstone whips The Black Shuck into the ropes.
The Black Shuck misses with a clothesline.
Basher Loadstone misses with a kick.
The Black Shuck hits Basher Loadstone with a kick.
The Black Shuck covers Basher Loadstone.
Danny Davis counts: One, two, kickout.
The Black Shuck tries a backbreaker, but Basher Loadstone blocks it.
Basher Loadstone kicks The Black Shuck.
Basher Loadstone hits The Black Shuck.
The Black Shuck hits Basher Loadstone.
The Black Shuck whips Basher Loadstone into the ropes.
The Black Shuck hits a backbreaker on Basher Loadstone.
The Black Shuck throws Basher Loadstone into the turnbuckle.
The Black Shuck runs shoulder-first into the corner, but Basher Loadstone lifts his knee.
Basher Loadstone attempts a kick to the midsection, but The Black Shuck blocks it.
The Black Shuck executes an Asai huracanrana against Basher Loadstone.
The Black Shuck uses a back fist on Basher Loadstone.
The Black Shuck whips Basher Loadstone into the ropes, but Basher Loadstone reverses it.
The Black Shuck performs a back heel kick against Basher Loadstone.
The Black Shuck runs into the ropes.
The Black Shuck hits an ax kick on Basher Loadstone.
The Black Shuck runs into the ropes.
Basher Loadstone hits The Black Shuck with a kick.
Basher Loadstone performs a double underhook suplex against The Black Shuck.
Basher Loadstone goes for a reverse neckbreaker, but The Black Shuck blocks it.
The Black Shuck punches Basher Loadstone.
Basher Loadstone kicks The Black Shuck.
The Black Shuck punches Basher Loadstone.
The Black Shuck kicks Basher Loadstone.
The Black Shuck whips Basher Loadstone into the turnbuckle, but Basher Loadstone reverses it.
Basher Loadstone charges in with a double-axhandle chop, but The Black Shuck moves out of the way.
The Black Shuck executes an ax kick against Basher Loadstone.
The Black Shuck throws Basher Loadstone into the turnbuckle.
The Black Shuck chops Basher Loadstone.
The Black Shuck punches Basher Loadstone.
The Black Shuck performs an ax kick against Basher Loadstone.
The Black Shuck executes a spear against Basher Loadstone.
The Black Shuck executes the Folklore against Basher Loadstone.
The Black Shuck goes for the pin.
The Black Shuck pulls the tights.
Danny Davis counts: One, two, three.
Basher Loadstone complains about a fast count.
The winner is The Black Shuck. Time of match: 0:09:04
This wasn't Basher Loadstone's night. Perhaps he was preoccupied with getting even with The Masked Marvel and never quite left the gate in this match. Nine minutes in, two axe kicks, a spear and the Folklore gave The Black Shuck the victory and caused Loadstone and Shuck to switch places in the overall standings. Unfortunately this wasn't enough for either to advance further. As for this tournament, we wish both The Black Shuck and Basher Loadstone well in their future endeavors but hope to see them return for the TNM New Year's Bash.
Match #10
Ravenous pinned Gorgeous Greg with the Terror Trap in 0:12:11.
Rating: *** 3/4
Gorgeous Greg performs a facerake against Ravenous.
Gorgeous Greg chops Ravenous.
Ravenous punches Gorgeous Greg.
Ravenous punches Gorgeous Greg.
Ravenous tries a Discus lariat, but Gorgeous Greg blocks it.
Gorgeous Greg throws Ravenous out of the ring.
Ravenous grabs the ropes.
Gorgeous Greg notices Ravenous hanging on.
Gorgeous Greg shoves him off.
Rudy Charles counts: one, two, three, Ravenous reenters the ring.
Gorgeous Greg goes for a back suplex, but Ravenous counters it with a go-behind.
In turn, Gorgeous Greg counters it with an elbowsmash.
Gorgeous Greg hits Ravenous.
Gorgeous Greg chops Ravenous.
Gorgeous Greg kicks Ravenous.
Ravenous chops Gorgeous Greg.
Gorgeous Greg kicks Ravenous.
Gorgeous Greg punches Ravenous.
Ravenous punches Gorgeous Greg.
Ravenous punches Gorgeous Greg.
Ravenous uses a kick to the chest on Gorgeous Greg.
Ravenous executes an armbar takedown against Gorgeous Greg.
Ravenous attempts a kick to the chest, but Gorgeous Greg counters it with a legsweep.
Gorgeous Greg smiles at the crowd.
Gorgeous Greg hits a bodyslam on Ravenous.
Gorgeous Greg executes a DDT against Ravenous.
Gorgeous Greg runs into the ropes.
Gorgeous Greg misses with a clothesline.
Ravenous performs a Discus lariat against Gorgeous Greg.
Ravenous takes Gorgeous Greg down with a running powerslam.
Rudy Charles counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Ravenous attempts a back suplex, but Gorgeous Greg counters it with a go-behind.
Gorgeous Greg tries a chokehold, but Ravenous blocks it.
Ravenous goes for a capture suplex, but Gorgeous Greg counters it with an elbowsmash.
Gorgeous Greg executes a kick to the midsection against Ravenous.
Gorgeous Greg hits an elbowsmash on Ravenous.
Gorgeous Greg punches Ravenous.
Ravenous kicks Gorgeous Greg.
Ravenous punches Gorgeous Greg.
Ravenous executes a kick to the chest against Gorgeous Greg.
Ravenous hits the Doctor Bomb on Gorgeous Greg.
Rudy Charles counts: One, kickout.
Gorgeous Greg springs to his feet.
Gorgeous Greg uses a bodyslam on Ravenous.
Gorgeous Greg smiles at the crowd.
Gorgeous Greg runs into the ropes.
Ravenous goes for a Discus lariat, but Gorgeous Greg blocks it.
Gorgeous Greg hits a vertical suplex on Ravenous.
Gorgeous Greg uses a backbreaker on Ravenous.
Gorgeous Greg smiles at the crowd.
Gorgeous Greg executes a bodyslam against Ravenous.
Gorgeous Greg puts Ravenous in a choke against the ropes.
Rudy Charles warns Gorgeous Greg to let go.
Rudy Charles counts: One, two, three, four.
Gorgeous Greg executes a kick to the midsection against Ravenous.
Gorgeous Greg hits a punch on Ravenous.
Gorgeous Greg runs into the ropes.
Ravenous performs a fallaway moonsault slam against Gorgeous Greg.
Rudy Charles counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Ravenous attempts a cross armbreaker, but Gorgeous Greg blocks it.
Gorgeous Greg hits a chop on Ravenous.
Gorgeous Greg uses a punch on Ravenous.
Gorgeous Greg catches Ravenous in a chokehold.
Rudy Charles warns Gorgeous Greg to let go.
Rudy Charles counts: One, two, three.
Rudy Charles counts: One, two, three, four.
Gorgeous Greg punches Ravenous.
Ravenous punches Gorgeous Greg.
Gorgeous Greg hits Ravenous.
Gorgeous Greg punches Ravenous.
Gorgeous Greg executes a chop against Ravenous.
Gorgeous Greg tries a facerake, but Ravenous blocks it.
Ravenous performs a back suplex against Gorgeous Greg.
Ravenous performs a fallaway moonsault slam against Gorgeous Greg.
Rudy Charles counts: One, two, kickout.
Ravenous performs an arm wringer against Gorgeous Greg.
Ravenous kicks Gorgeous Greg.
Ravenous punches Gorgeous Greg.
Ravenous goes for a half and half suplex, but Gorgeous Greg counters it with a go-behind.
Gorgeous Greg attempts an inside cradle, but Ravenous counters it with a triangle choke.
Gorgeous Greg grabs the ropes after 6 seconds.
Ravenous uses a forearm smash on Gorgeous Greg.
Gorgeous Greg sits up.
Ravenous whips Gorgeous Greg into the turnbuckle, but Gorgeous Greg reverses it.
Gorgeous Greg charges into the corner.
Gorgeous Greg whips Ravenous into the ropes, but Ravenous reverses it.
Gorgeous Greg and Ravenous get hit with a double clothesline.
Gorgeous Greg locks Ravenous in a choke against the ropes.
Rudy Charles warns Gorgeous Greg to let go.
Rudy Charles counts: One, two, three.
Gorgeous Greg throws Ravenous into the turnbuckle.
Gorgeous Greg runs shoulder-first into the corner, but Ravenous moves out of the way.
Ravenous runs into the ropes.
Ravenous performs a lariat against Gorgeous Greg.
Ravenous hits a fallaway moonsault slam on Gorgeous Greg.
Rudy Charles counts: One, two, kickout.
Ravenous complains about a slow count.
Gorgeous Greg performs a knee to the back against Ravenous.
Gorgeous Greg runs into the ropes.
Ravenous misses with an elbow.
Ravenous hits Gorgeous Greg with a clothesline.
Gorgeous Greg falls out of the ring.
Ravenous jumps onto him with a plancha.
Rudy Charles counts: 1.
Ravenous whips Gorgeous Greg into the guardrail.
They're brawling inside the ring area.
Rudy Charles counts: 2.
Ravenous runs Gorgeous Greg into the ringsteps.
Rudy Charles counts: 3.
Rudy Charles counts: 4.
Ravenous reenters the ring.
Gorgeous Greg follows him back in.
Ravenous uses a back suplex on Gorgeous Greg.
Ravenous executes an armbar takedown against Gorgeous Greg.
Gorgeous Greg sits up.
Ravenous chops Gorgeous Greg.
Ravenous punches Gorgeous Greg.
Ravenous hits a running powerslam on Gorgeous Greg.
Rudy Charles counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Ravenous uses a dragon suplex on Gorgeous Greg.
Rudy Charles counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Ravenous runs into the ropes.
Ravenous performs a lariat against Gorgeous Greg.
Gorgeous Greg collides with Rudy Charles.
Ravenous performs a Mongolian chop against Gorgeous Greg.
Ravenous punches Gorgeous Greg.
Ravenous punches Gorgeous Greg.
Gorgeous Greg punches Ravenous.
Gorgeous Greg punches Ravenous.
Ravenous chops Gorgeous Greg.
Ravenous kicks Gorgeous Greg.
Gorgeous Greg kicks Ravenous.
Gorgeous Greg punches Ravenous.
Gorgeous Greg uses a back suplex on Ravenous.
Gorgeous Greg tries a backbreaker, but Ravenous counters it with an elbowsmash.
Ravenous uses a kick to the chest on Gorgeous Greg.
Ravenous whips Gorgeous Greg into the ropes.
Ravenous hits Gorgeous Greg with a clothesline.
Gorgeous Greg falls out of the ring.
Ravenous goes outside.
Ravenous knocks Gorgeous Greg into the ringpost.
Ravenous hits a Northern Lights suplex on Gorgeous Greg.
Ravenous attempts the Doctor Bomb, but Gorgeous Greg blocks it.
Gorgeous Greg whips Ravenous into the guardrail.
Gorgeous Greg throws Ravenous back into the ring.
Gorgeous Greg hits the Liger Bomb on Ravenous.
There is no referee to count.
Gorgeous Greg whips Ravenous into the ropes.
Ravenous misses with a clothesline.
Gorgeous Greg hits Ravenous with a shoulderblock.
Gorgeous Greg throws Ravenous out of the ring.
Ravenous grabs the top and second ropes.
Ravenous steps back in.
Ravenous uses the Doctor Bomb on Gorgeous Greg.
There is no referee to count.
Ravenous covers Gorgeous Greg.
There is no referee to count.
Ravenous executes a Mongolian chop against Gorgeous Greg.
Rudy Charles shakes off the pain.
Ravenous hits a back suplex on Gorgeous Greg.
Ravenous covers Gorgeous Greg.
Rudy Charles counts: One, two, kickout.
Gorgeous Greg sits up.
Ravenous kicks Gorgeous Greg.
Ravenous chops Gorgeous Greg.
Ravenous chops Gorgeous Greg.
Ravenous whips Gorgeous Greg into the ropes.
Ravenous performs a Discus lariat against Gorgeous Greg.
Ravenous uses a belly-to-back suplex on Gorgeous Greg.
Gorgeous Greg sits up.
Ravenous nails Gorgeous Greg with a capture suplex.
Ravenous locks Gorgeous Greg in a half Boston.
Gorgeous Greg is valiantly trying to break the hold.
Gorgeous Greg tries to escape the hold.
Gorgeous Greg is inching his way towards the ropes.
Ravenous lets go after 19 seconds.
Ravenous executes an Exploder suplex into the turnbuckles against Gorgeous Greg.
Ravenous executes the Terror Trap against Gorgeous Greg.
Rudy Charles counts: One, two, three.
The winner is Ravenous. Time of match: 0:12:11
The legendary Jim Ross might have called this match ''bowling shoe ugly'' - but in a good way. Ravenous and Gorgeous Greg battered each other from pillar to post for twelve minutes, only occasionally pulling out something that could be called a technical move. This one was a matter of honor. Ravenous absolutely did not want to go winless in the tournament - and Gorgeous Greg was going to do whatever he could to make sure Ravenous did. In the end, Ravenous did get his one win by first throwing Gorgeous Greg into the turnbuckles with an Exploder suplex, catching him on the rebound and hitting his Terror Trap finisher, a bridging Exploder, for the win.
Match #11
Nico Voight pinned Clint Tomasson with the Superkick in 0:09:47.
Rating: **** 1/4
Nico Voight leaves the ring.
He returns with a chair.
Nico Voight runs into the ropes and springs off the chair.
Nico Voight uses a flying clothesline on Clint Tomasson.
Nico Voight attempts a flying headscissors, but Clint Tomasson throws him off.
Clint Tomasson goes for a torture rack into a double knee backbreaker, but Nico Voight blocks it.
Nico Voight nails Clint Tomasson with a snap suplex.
Charles Robinson removes the chair from the ring.
Nico Voight performs the Sammartino slingshot against Clint Tomasson.
Nico Voight hits the Stinger Splash on Clint Tomasson.
Nico Voight performs the Sammartino slingshot against Clint Tomasson.
Nico Voight performs a clothesline against Clint Tomasson.
Nico Voight attempts a charging axhandle bodyblock, but Clint Tomasson steps out of the way.
Clint Tomasson runs into the ropes.
Clint Tomasson hits Nico Voight with a clothesline.
Nico Voight falls out of the ring.
Clint Tomasson goes through the ropes.
Charles Robinson counts: 1.
Clint Tomasson climbs back into the ring.
Nico Voight climbs back into the ring.
Clint Tomasson uses the Glorious Driver on Nico Voight.
Charles Robinson counts: One, two, kickout.
Clint Tomasson runs into the ropes.
Nico Voight executes a football tackle against Clint Tomasson.
Nico Voight whips Clint Tomasson into the ropes, but Clint Tomasson reverses it.
Nico Voight misses with a shoulderblock.
Clint Tomasson performs a spinning power bomb against Nico Voight.
Charles Robinson counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Clint Tomasson performs an inverted Exploder suplex against Nico Voight.
Clint Tomasson whips Nico Voight into the ropes, but Nico Voight reverses it.
Nico Voight hits a short lariat on Clint Tomasson.
Charles Robinson counts: One, shoulder up.
Nico Voight takes Clint Tomasson down with a headlock takedown.
Nico Voight hits the Stinger Splash on Clint Tomasson.
Nico Voight executes the Stinger Splash against Clint Tomasson.
Nico Voight is going for the pin.
Nico Voight pulls the tights.
Charles Robinson counts: One, two, he sees it.
Charles Robinson threatens Nico Voight with disqualification.
Nico Voight runs into the ropes.
Clint Tomasson hits Nico Voight with a backdrop.
Clint Tomasson tries a short lariat, but Nico Voight counters it with a hiptoss.
Nico Voight gets a Fujiwara armbar on Clint Tomasson.
Clint Tomasson is valiantly trying to break the hold.
Clint Tomasson gets ahold of the ropes after 5 seconds.
Nico Voight takes Clint Tomasson down with a dragon suplex.
Nico Voight takes Clint Tomasson down with a dragon suplex.
Nico Voight tries a dragon suplex, but Clint Tomasson counters it with a reverse cradle.
Charles Robinson counts: One, two, kickout.
Clint Tomasson tries the Ura GTR, but Nico Voight counters it with a small package.
Charles Robinson counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Nico Voight goes for the Stinger Splash, but Clint Tomasson steps out of the way.
Clint Tomasson attempts the Yokosuka cutter, but Nico Voight blocks it.
Nico Voight whips Clint Tomasson into the ropes.
Clint Tomasson performs a short lariat against Nico Voight.
Charles Robinson counts: One, shoulder up.
Clint Tomasson leaves the ring.
He returns with a chair.
Clint Tomasson sets up the chair.
Clint Tomasson nails Nico Voight with the Storm Cradle Driver onto the chair.
Charles Robinson counts: One, two, thr... shoulder up.
Clint Tomasson nails Nico Voight with a tilt-a-whirl powerslam.
Clint Tomasson puts Nico Voight in a cobra clutch.
Nico Voight grabs the ropes after 5 seconds.
Clint Tomasson takes Nico Voight down with a tilt-a-whirl powerslam.
Clint Tomasson uses a release dragon suplex on Nico Voight.
Clint Tomasson hits a double-arm choke slam on Nico Voight.
Charles Robinson counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Clint Tomasson nails Nico Voight with a dragon suplex.
Charles Robinson counts: One, two, thr... kickout.
Clint Tomasson locks Nico Voight in a Texas Cloverleaf.
Nico Voight is struggling to reach the ropes.
Clint Tomasson lets go after 12 seconds.
Clint Tomasson takes Nico Voight down with a tilt-a-whirl powerslam.
Clint Tomasson tries the Psycho Driver, but Nico Voight counters it with a facerake.
Nico Voight runs into the ropes.
Clint Tomasson hits Nico Voight with an elbow.
Clint Tomasson whips Nico Voight into the turnbuckle.
Clint Tomasson charges in with a springboard back elbow, but Nico Voight lifts his leg.
Nico Voight kicks Clint Tomasson.
Nico Voight chops Clint Tomasson.
Nico Voight runs into the ropes and springs off the chair.
Nico Voight performs a flying clothesline against Clint Tomasson.
Nico Voight gets a surfboard on Clint Tomasson.
Clint Tomasson is valiantly trying to break the hold.
Nico Voight's shoulders are on the mat.
Charles Robinson counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Clint Tomasson is inching his way towards the ropes.
Nico Voight lets go after 14 seconds.
Nico Voight runs into the ropes.
Clint Tomasson hits Nico Voight with a clothesline.
Clint Tomasson whips Nico Voight into the ropes.
Clint Tomasson tries a spinning power bomb, but Nico Voight blocks it.
Nico Voight performs a ropeflip hiptoss against Clint Tomasson.
Nico Voight performs a Western lariat against Clint Tomasson.
Clint Tomasson springs to his feet.
Clint Tomasson nails Nico Voight with the GTR.
Charles Robinson counts: One, kickout.
Charles Robinson removes the chair from the ring.
Clint Tomasson puts Nico Voight in the STF.
Nico Voight is struggling to reach the ropes.
Nico Voight is valiantly trying to break the hold.
Nico Voight is inching his way towards the ropes.
Nico Voight gets ahold of the ropes after 27 seconds.
Clint Tomasson tries the Splash Mountain, but Nico Voight counters it with a backdrop.
Nico Voight attempts the Sammartino slingshot, but Clint Tomasson counters it with a backdrop.
Clint Tomasson is going for the cover.
Charles Robinson counts: One, two, kickout.
Clint Tomasson whips Nico Voight into the ropes.
Nico Voight performs a short lariat against Clint Tomasson.
Charles Robinson counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Nico Voight runs into the ropes.
Nico Voight uses a short lariat on Clint Tomasson.
Charles Robinson counts: One, two, thr... kickout.
Nico Voight whips Clint Tomasson into the ropes.
Clint Tomasson attempts a short lariat, but Nico Voight counters it with a crucifix.
Charles Robinson counts: One, two, shoulder up.
Nico Voight tries a dragon suplex, but Clint Tomasson counters it with a backward kick.
Clint Tomasson performs a Tombstone against Nico Voight.
Clint Tomasson performs an F-5 against Nico Voight.
Clint Tomasson takes Nico Voight down with a double-arm choke slam.
Charles Robinson counts: One, two, kickout.
Clint Tomasson goes for a face-first piledriver, but Nico Voight counters it with a small package.
Nico Voight uses the ropes for leverage.
Charles Robinson counts: One, two, thr... kickout.
Nico Voight attempts a snap suplex, but Clint Tomasson slides down his back.
Clint Tomasson uses the Halo Bomb on Nico Voight.
Charles Robinson counts: One, two, thr... kickout.
Clint Tomasson tries the Halo Bomb, but Nico Voight counters it with a rana.
Nico Voight pulls the tights.
Charles Robinson counts: One, two, thr... shoulder up.
Nico Voight executes the Superkick against Clint Tomasson.
Nico Voight goes for the pin.
Charles Robinson counts: One, two, three.
The winner is Nico Voight. Time of match: 0:09:47
The sad reality of every tournament is that there are going to be winners and there are going to be losers. Often winning and losing are only separated by an inch but at the end of the day, it doesn't matter whether you ''almost'' won. The record will reflect a loss, and there will not be an asterisk next to it. Does it make you a bad wrestler? Not at all. It just means that you came up short. This late in the tournament, you know you have no shot of turning it around. So you find something that motivates you anyway. This match was one wrestler's chance to not go winless - and it led to the best match of this round in the ring, coming in just barely under **** 1/2 but well ahead of the two other matches which received **** 1/4 stars in this round. The last minute of the match was absolutely wild. Nico Voight almost got the win off of a small package counter while holding on to the ropes for leverage. Clint Tomasson followed that up with a counter of his own, a Halo Bomb, which also scored a 2.9 count. Tomasson figured ''what worked once will get me the win the second time around'', went for another Halo Bomb but Voight countered it with a rana, even grabbed a handful of tights - and STILL only got a 2.9 count. Voight rose to his feet, waited for Tomasson to get up and hit his Superkick finisher for the clean pin. Voight and Tomasson raised each others' arms after the match and left the arena to a standing ovation, having given their all when they had every reason not to.
Announcing The Final Four
The Bob is in first place with 8 points and a secondary score of +18.
Luna Rose comes in second with 7 points and a secondary score of +19.
Dan Mastriani is in third place with 6 points and a secondary score of +18.
And Kenta Sawada remains in fourth place with 6 points and a secondary score of +18.
Mastriani and Sawada were tied in points, secondary score, how they fared against everybody else with 6 points and how they fared against everyone who didn't have 6 points. Mastriani got the nod because his wins totalled up taking only 25:35 minutes while Sawada's wins took a total of 33:42 minutes.
The secondary score is the sum of points all of a wrestler's opponents had. In the case of a tie, this rewards the person who faced the more successful opponents and who had the harder path to winning.
It didn't really matter for qualifying but it does matter for whom they get first in the semi-finals. The #4 finisher faces the #1 finisher in the semi-finals, while the #3 finisher faces the #2 finisher.
Christopher Tiberius, The Masked Marvel and Nick Demola were also tied at 6 points but their secondary scores were lower (+15, +13, +12 vs. +18) so they were also eliminated from the tournament.
Semi-Finals
The TNM Christmas Brawl returns on Sunday with our two semifinals.
The Bob vs. Kenta Sawada (Part Deux)
Luna Rose vs. Dan Mastriani
Both matches will be contested under two-out-of-three falls rules and with a time limit of 45 minutes.
