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| wicked_rex | Posted on 02/14/07 at 03:07:42 January 23, 2007 Resch Center Green Bay, Wisconsin The closing moments from the main event on last week's episode are shown, where ECW Champion, Matt Striker and Christopher W. Anderson stare at each other as the show went off the air. "Bodies" by Drowning Pool begins to play as the "ECW: on Sci-Fi" entrance begins. After the video montage ends, the scene opens up inside the Resch Center in Green Bay. The arena seems dark compared to other events, however, the crowd sitting around ringside are cheering like crazy as the camera pans around the arena. JS: "Welcome everyone to ECW! We are coming to you live from frigid Green Bay, Wisconsin, and we are just five days away from the Royal Rumble! Joey Styles here, along side Tazz. Tazz, coming in less then a week away from the first-ever Royal Rumble with the ECW brand, we know that we will be sending in six participants into the Rumble match, itself. Is there anyone on this roster who could make a strong path to a victory, Sunday night?" T: "Joey, that's actually a hard question to answer at this moment, seeing as how no one has announced which six members of ECW will be competing this Sunday night. So, at this time, I'm going to say that it's anyone's for the taking." JS: "We do know that ECW Champion, Matt Striker will be facing off against Christopher W. Anderson in a Random Gimmick Title Match this Sunday night. But, because they are in a title match, they will not be permitted to compete in the Rumble. So, as you were implying, Tazz, that leaves a huge question mark as to who in ECW will be in the main event in five days." "The Reject" Shannon Moore is introduced to the Green Bay crowd as he appears from the entrance area, in a long, sleeveless jacket. His blonde hair is pointed upwards in a Mohawk, and his face is covered with black paint. The crowd doesn't know how to react to him as he makes his way down to the ring. JS: "This is the first time we've seen "The Reject" Shannon Moore here on ECW, Tazz. It's going to be interesting to see what he can bring to the "new breed"." T: "It is going to interesting to see. We're going to see if he has what it takes to hang here in the new ECW. "Outlaw" Mike Knox is introduced. He walks through the entrance, accompanied by Kelly Kelly, who causes the crowd to holler with excitement. She plays to the crowd for a moment before Knox pulls her back behind her. He quickly walks to the ring, and slides under the bottom rope. This gives Kelly the chance to turn around and play to the crowd more. Knox turns around and starts to yell at Kelly as the bell rings. Moore takes advantage of Knox's preoccupation to gain the early advantage. Mike Knox (w/Kelly Kelly) pinned Shannon Moore with the Whip It in 15:11. Rating: *** 1/4 After the match, Knox and Kelly Kelly leave the ring area quickly, as Moore stares at the referee in disbelief. JS: "Tazz, Shannon Moore had that match won! If it were for Kelly Kelly, Shannon Moore would've walked out of here with the win, tonight!" T: "To tell you the truth, I'm shocked, myself! I didn't think that pretty little thing would do something like that. When Shannon Moore hit his "Mooregasm", I knew it was all over, Styles. I guess Kelly had other things in mind." JS: "It just goes to show you... you can't always trust a pretty face." As Moore slowly gets to his feet and leaves the ring, the scenes cuts to the backstage area, where WWE/ECW Owner, Vince McMahon is seen with Rebecca DiPierto. RD: "Mister McMahon, a lot of talk has been going around tonight about the reasons why you have shown up here. Could you give us any details about your visit, tonight?" VM: "I am here tonight, because I've watch the new incarnation of ECW move, unmanaged for almost a month now. Though I feel the new ECW has done well in the last month, I have the feeling that it could do much, much better. And, Rebecca, that is why I am here tonight. Since I have an extremely large interest in ECW - no pun intended - I have decided to put the development of this program squarely on my own shoulders." RD: "Mister McMahon, you are going to be in charge of ECW?" VM: "Indeed! And, since we are just a few days away from the Royal Rumble, in which six ECW Superstars will compete, along with 12 Superstars from Raw and Smackdown. Tonight, I intend to see all six of these Superstars in action..." RD: "... well, Mister McMahon, a lot of people have been wondering: who are the six men that are going to the Royal Rumble?" VM: "Rebecca, I know the roster is anxious to find out, so allow me to reveal who will represent ECW this Sunday night. The six men will be: Al Snow, Balls Mahoney, Danny Doring, Derek Neikirk, Little Guido, and Tommy Dreamer. And, as I said before, those six men will be in action, tonight, competing in a six-man tag team match. In fact, Rebecca, I believe that this match should take place... next!" JS: "Oh my God!" T: "What a match that's gonna be!" ECW goes to commercial as McMahon walks off-camera, leaving Rebecca alone. The show returns, showing the ring area. JS: "Welcome back to ECW on SciFi. Before the break, we found out two bombshells; one of which will change the face of ECW, forever!" T: "You've got that right, Styles! Tonight, it was announced - that tonight, the six men who are going into the Royal Rumble, will be facing each other in a six-man tag match that's set to take place any moment! JS: "Tazz, that's only one half of the big news! We also found out that Vince McMahon - the owner and chairman of World Wrestling Entertainment is going to be running the new version of ECW, by himself! Tazz, this is going to change ECW forever!" T: "Well, I know it's going to shake things up, Styles. But, for now, we need to worry about this match coming up. Vince McMahon's vision of ECW will certainly makes its mark whenever Vince is ready to expose it." Derek Neikirk is introduced, and comes out to relatively no reaction from the crowd. Soon after, Little Guido is introduced and comes out, accompanied by Big Guido and Trinity who has on a short black mini-skirt and a skimpy black top, which gets a lot of cheers from the male fans. With Neikirk now in the ring, and Guido making his way down the ramp, "The Innovator of Violence" Tommy Dreamer is introduced. He walks out to a mixed reaction from the crowd... T: "I don't understand this, Styles. Tommy Dreamer is teaming up with Derek Neikirk and Little Guido? I can't wrap my brain around why." JS: "It's hard to say, Tazz. Maybe Dreamer just got the bad end of the draw. We'll just have to wait and find out." With all three participants in the ring, Balls Mahoney is introduced. The crowd begins to chant "Balls, Balls!" as he appears with Francine by his side - who's wearing a short, tight, white dress, showing off her curves. As they make their way down the aisle, Al Snow is introduced. The crowd continues to cheer, this time chanting "We want Head!" as Snow appears, carrying the mannequin "Head" with him. He seems to be speaking to it on his way down the aisle. Next up, "Dastardly" Danny Doring is introduced. The crowd's cheers continue, though slightly softened as he appears and makes his way down the aisle. Now, with all six men in the ring, the referee starts the match. Tommy Dreamer and Al Snow start off... Balls Mahoney, Al Snow, and Danny Doring (w/Francine) defeated Derek Neikirk, Little Guido, and Tommy Dreamer (w/Big Guido & Trinity) when Doring pinned Little Guido after a crucifix in 4:15. Rating: ** ½ The bell sounds, ending the match quicker then anyone in Green Bay would've thought. Some of the crowd cheers for the winners, while others boo the fact that the match was so short. Doring slides out of the ring as Little Guido looks on in shocked horror. Doring joins his team mates in the aisle as the losing team looks on in confusion. JS: "Tazz, Danny Doring stole that victory... and I'm using stole in the nicest way possible!" T: "He did just that, Styles. Danny Doring took advantage of an opportunity that presented itself, and he got the victory for his team." Mahoney, Snow, and Doring make their way up the aisle as ECW takes another commercial break. Coming back from the final time out, a promotional spot for this Sunday's Royal Rumble is shown. A video montage is shown, showcasing all the events that are leading up to the pay-per-view. As the last video ends, the scene cuts to a live shot of ECW World Champion, Matt Striker heading towards the ring entrance area. JS: "In just five days, that man - ECW Champion, Matt Striker - must put his ECW World title on the line against ECW Original, Christopher W. Anderson in a Random Gimmick Match at the Royal Rumble! But tonight, he will face another ECW Original - one we just saw in the last match - when he steps into the ring with Al Snow, in a non-title match." T: "Styles, being an ECW Original, myself, I don't care for the punk-ass attitude that Matt Striker as been displaying as of late. So, I'm hoping for two things this week. One, that Al Snow shows the current champ what and ECW Original has in store for him... and that C.W. Anderson walks away form the Royal Rumble with the ECW World Title." Al Snow is introduced as the crowd begins to cheer once again. Snow was lucky in the last match, in that he didn't spend too much time inside the ring, and that the match was very short. The chants of "We want Head!" are lower then just a few minutes ago, but Snow walks down the aisle holding the mannequin head, all the same. He gets into the ring and throws Head into the air while head-banging to his music. Soon after, Snow softly places Head in the corner, under the bottom turnbuckle, where he lays on the canvas and seems to speak to the mannequin. This odd display is broken up as the ECW Champion is introduced. Matt Striker appears from the entrance area, with the ECW World Title around his waist - much to the hatred of the loyal ECW fans. Striker mocks the crowd on his way to the ring, causing the boos to get louder. He enters the ring and takes off his title as he stands on the turnbuckles, showing off his gold to the Green Bay crowd. He gets off the turnbuckle and motions to Snow that he can't lose before giving the title to the referee as the match begins. Non-Title Match: ECW Champion Matt Striker pinned Al Snow with the Golden Rule in 8:07. Rating: ** 1/4 The bell rings, ending the match, as the crowd continues to boo. Matt Striker gets to his victory as the camera shows a bloodied Al Snow, lying on the canvas. Striker rolls outside the ring and grabs the ECW title from the time-keeper before making his way down the aisle. JS: "Matt Striker walks out of the ring, once again, as the victor. He is walking into the Royal Rumble on a two-match winning streak." T: "It's up to C.W. Anderson to show Striker what ECW is made of. This Sunday night, in a Random Gimmick Match. It's going to be very interesting, Styles, to see what comes of this match." JS: "We'll see what transpires this Sunday night and have more great action next week in Madison. For Tazz, I'm Joey Styles... goodnight!" ECW goes off the air, as a bloody Al Snow slowly makes his way to the back. Card Rating: ** ½ Buy Rate: 2.8 Attendance: 15,750 |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 02/24/07 at 23:22:55 ECW on Sci FI January 30, 2007 Kohl Center Madison, Wisconsin The show opens with ECW Champion, Matt Striker, in the ring. MS: "All you people, here tonight... you all thought that Christopher W. Anderson had what it took to beat me at the Royal Rumble. However, I stand before you tonight... still, the ECW World Champion! Sunday night, I proved what I'd been saying since my arrival - that I am the smartest man to ever grace the ECW ring! In fact, I believe it'd be save to say that I'm smarter than the entire ECW roster, combined!" ... at this point, Al Snow has joined Striker, in the ring... AS: "Matt Striker, you've been running your mouth for weeks now, about how you "claim" to be the best thing to happen to ECW. You don't realize that you're the total opposite of everything ECW stands for! You may be the ECW Champion - for now - and I may have a other obligations to take care of before WrestleMania, but you need to understand that I have a long time to decide who I'm going to face on April 1st. So, don't think you're out of the woods yet, because you may be the unfortunate one. Because, if at WrestleMania, you and I face off... unlike Christopher W. Anderson, I will so you the true meaning of "hardcore"." Intercontinental Championship Ladder Match: Al Snow © defeated Jeff Hardy in 19:19. Rating: *** 1/4 (Al Snow retained the Intercontinental Championship.) As ECW come back from commercials, Rob Conway was standing backstage. RC: "Extreme Championship Wrestling; the home of Hardcore. Well now, it's the new home of yours truly, Rob Conway. You see, over the past few years, I wasn't able to make the name for myself like I wanted, in this business. However, all of that is going to change now that I'm the newest Extremist on Tuesday nights. Tonight, I am going to show all my doubters exactly why I am pure perfection. And, when that is all set and done, I will set my sights on something bigger - the ECW World Championship. Now, I know by looking at me, you are all thinking the same thing: Rob Conway would make the perfect ECW Champion. Naturally, I will have to agree." CM Punk defeated Chris Masters by disqualification in 9:59. Rating: * ½ (Tony Mamaluke no-showed.) Masters got himself DQ-ed by not releasing a chokehold by the five-count. Derek Neikirk pinned Shannon Moore with the Saito Suplex in 10:49. Rating: *** ½ After the match, ECW Champion, Matt Striker was backstage, with Rebecca DiPietro. RD: "Matt Striker, let me begin by congratulating you on your successful title defense, Sunday, at the Royal Rumble." MS: "Thank you, Rebecca. But, the congratulations can be held back, because it shouldn't have been a surprise. As I said earlier tonight, there's no one in ECW that could possibly take this title away from me." RD: "Well, we know that Al Snow is the number one contender for whatever title he chooses. Do you feel the same way about the possibility of facing him at WrestleMania?" MS: "Listen to me, Rebecca. It's obvious that you're not here because you're a great interviewer. Let me break it down for you, and for the people at home - who, I'm sure have the same look that you have on your face right now. Al Snow is not a threat to me and the ECW Title. If he wants a shot at it, that's fine. He has until WrestleMania to decide that. However, Al Snow has found himself in a situation he didn't foresee. Sunday night, he won the Intercontinental Title, along with the Royal Rumble. So, now, instead of having just to worry about which main event he wants at WrestleMania, he now has to worry about all those people who will be wanting title matches against him for a belt he shouldn't even have! The fact is, Rebecca, there is no one on this roster who I'm afraid of. And, to prove it, I'm issuing an open challenge to anyone on the ECW roster to a ECW Title match next week. Since Al Snow has his hands full - for the time being - why should I wait around for him? I will go out to that ring, next week, and give some unlucky person a lesson he won't soon forget." Stevie Richards pinned Rob Conway with the Stevie-T in 10:04. Rating: ** ½ Card Rating: ** ¾ TV Rating: 3.2 Attendance: 17,616 |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 03/06/07 at 06:11:50 February 6, 2007 Taco Bell Arena Boise, Idaho Vince McMahon starts off the program, coming to the ring and reminding everyone in Boise that he is the one and only owner of ECW. The crowd doesn't like this, causing them to think back to the old days of the original Extreme Championship Wrestling. They boo the thoughts of having Vince McMahon as the one in charge. Vince tells the crowd to shut up, because he has something important to say about the ECW World Championship. He tells the crowd that - yes, last night on RAW, Al Snow announced that he will be making his decision as to who he will face at WrestleMania. However, McMahon tells the crowd that Al Snow has other things on his plate, as seen by the attack by Umaga at the end of RAW, last night. Vince says that Al Snow is guaranteed his title match on April 1st, but his opponent may not be Matt Striker. Vince says that, tonight, in Boise, Matt Striker will defend the ECW World Title against the current number one contender - Stevie Richards. The crowd gasps in shock, hearing that Richards - of all people - is getting a chance to be the man in ECW. Vince says that the match will take place with Hardcore Rules. Vince then leaves the ring, leaving the crowd in stunned shock. In the back, Tony Mamaluke tells Rebecca DiPierto that Chris Masters had no place, taking him out last week. He says that, he may not be one of the bigger players in ECW, but he's not going to sit around and let someone from RAW get away with what happened. Mamaluke then challenges Chris Masters to a match next week. Balls Mahoney (w/Francine) defeated Hardcore Holly by countout in 16:45. Rating: 3/4* The crowd makes sure to let both wrestlers know that they are not happy with the count out decision in this match. The Taco Bell Arena goes up in a chorus of boos as Balls and Francine walk to the back. Holly slowly gets to his feet and shakes his head in disgust over how he lost the match. He makes his way up the ramp as the crowd continues to show their disapproval. ---------- Little Guido (w/Big Guido & Trinity) pinned Danny Doring with the Arrivederci in 10:50. Rating: ** 1/4 The Guido's and Trinity celebrate their victory by spitting on Doring, as he lay prone in the center of the ring. The crowd boos the outcome, once again, wanting to see Doring come out on top. In the back, Rebecca DiPierto interviews Stevie Richards. Rebecca asks Stevie what he feels about getting a chance to win the ECW World Title later tonight. Richards says that he's had his chances in the past - in the old, good days of ECW. However, this time, he not only has the chance to become ECW World Champion but, he has the chance to walk into WrestleMania with the title around his waist. He says there's a lot riding on this match, because he knows he might not get this opportunity, again. Roughhouse O'Reilly defeated Mike Knox (w/Kelly Kelly) by disqualification in 13:05. Rating: * ¾ With Mike Knox infuriated with the referee, O'Reilly took the opening to shoot a glance in Kelly Kelly's direction. As O'Reilly leaves the ring, Kelly Kelly stares at him, enticingly. However, by this time, Mike Knox has had enough with the referee. He sees Kelly staring at O'Reilly and screams at her to enter the ring. She slowly obeys his order and enters the ring, where Knox begins to berate her in the center of the ring, causing the crowd to boo him wildly. ---------- Sabu pinned Test with the Triple Jump Moonsault in 10:29. Rating: *** 1/4 Sabu and Test put on the best match of the event, up to this point. This actually surprised a lot of people, because these two aren't known for putting on great matches without certain opponents. Both of these men gained a bit of respect from the Boise crowd with this match. In a taped message, filmed from the E Center in Salt Lake City, Royal Rumble winner Al Snow said that he may have lost the Intercontinental Title last night, but it wouldn't take his mind off the decision he has to make regarded WrestleMania. Snow promised that everyone in the WWE would know of his intentions this coming Monday, and that it might shock a few people... but, others, it might not. ECW World Championship - Hardcore Rules Match: Matt Striker © pinned Stevie Richards with the Golden Rule in 17:38. Rating: ** ½ (Matt Striker retained the ECW World Title.) The ECW Champion, Matt Striker came from out of nowhere to retain his title tonight, shocking everyone in attendance, including his opponent Stevie Richards - who had the match won early on. However, the former New York city school teacher showed how important intellect is, by beating the ECW Original at his own game, and walking out with the title around his waist. The crowd was displeased with the outcome, as they had been for much of the show, and booed the champ as he mockingly made his way to the back. Stevie Richards was left in the ring as the show went off the air. Card Rating: ** ½ TV Rating: 3.1 Attendance: 7,550 |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 03/23/07 at 03:24:48 February 13, 2007 Key Arena Seattle, Washington Al Snow starts the show, coming to the ring, saying that Matt Striker pinned him in a tag team match last night on RAW. Snow says that the same result will not happen at WrestleMania. The crowd gives Snow a mixed reaction, since he has lost the Intercontinental title and to Matt Striker in the last month. The cheers turn to boos as Vince McMahon comes out to the ring, and reminds Snow that the ECW owner has something special planned for him, later tonight. McMahon says that Snow will be stepping into the ring with someone that McMahon has brought in especially for this match. McMahon says that, the person he has brought in, will destroy the number one contender. The crowd loves this announcement, as they love knowing that someone could be getting a beating later tonight. In the back, Hardcore Holly confronts Balls Mahoney, saying that last week's victory was a fluke. Holly challenges Mahoney to a no-countout match later tonight. Mahoney says that he'd give nothing more then to beat Holly again in front of all the fans in Seattle. The mention of their city got the crowd to cheer, loudly. --------------------------------------------------- Christopher W. Anderson pinned Shannon Moore after a T-Bone Suplex in 2:23. Rating: *** 1/4 Backstage, after the match, Rebecca DiPerito is with Mike Knox. Knox tells Rebecca that Roughhouse O'Reilly had no right to do what he did last week, staring at Kelly Kelly at ringside. Rebecca tells Knox that, it's something he may have to just deal with, seeing as the fans tend to find Kelly attractive. Knox threatens to smack Rebecca, but stops when Kelly appears beside him. She tells Knox that she can't help if the crowd likes what she has to offer. She says that she comes out to the ring with Knox, because she's with him; not O'Reilly. Kelly says what she did last week was nothing but flirting, because she knows that O'Reilly has no chance of getting with her. Knox says that's "damn right"... but is interrupter as O'Reilly appears. O'Reilly says that he may not have a chance with Kelly now, but sooner or later, she will realize that she's better then Knox. This infuriates Knox, and he challenges O'Reilly to a no-disqualification match next week in San Diego. In Vince McMahon's office, McMahon is with ECW Champion, Matt Striker. Vince says that Striker should pay close attention to what happens in tonight's main event as, the person that he has brought over will make an example out of Al Snow. Striker says that Snow doesn't stand a chance against tonight's opponent or Striker at WrestleMania. Vince says that he doesn't see any way that Snow can come out of tonight with a victory. But, if he does, Vince promises that he will make Snow's life a living hell until WrestleMania. ------------------------------------------ No-Countout, No-Disqualification Match: Tony Mamaluke (w/Big Guido & Trinity) pinned Chris Masters after a springboard leaping swinging DDT in 2:27. Rating: ** ½ The ECW Original, Mamaluke made good on his promise from last week, defeating "The Masterpiece", quite easily in this match. Afterwards, Masters had a stunned look on his face as he was shocked by the quickness of the match. Mamaluke, along with Big Guido and Trinity celebrate the match, having finally evened the score with RAW's Masters. In the back, Vince McMahon tells Rebecca that he was very impressed with the match that Sabu and Test put on last week. He says it was good to hear the crowd get into a match like that, seeing as he was the mastermind behind it. McMahon says that he enjoyed hearing the crowd's approval for the match, that he has decided to have them face each other again, next week... only with a little something added to the mix. Vince says that next week's match will be a Table's Match. Next, Vince says that he is now ready to introduce the man that will be taking on Al Snow later in the evening. A large man, standing about six-foot-seven and looking to weigh two-hundred and seventy-five pounds walks into view as Rebecca stands back. Vince introduces the man as Rex Butler. Vince says that tonight, this man is going to prove that Al Snow does not deserve to be the number one contender for Matt Striker's ECW Championship. Vince says that Rex is going to destroy Snow in front of everyone in Seattle. Rex then begins to laugh, sadistically as the scene fades. No-Disqualification-Match: Balls Mahoney (w/Francine) pinned Hardcore Holly with the Nutcracker Suite in 14:31. Rating: *** ¾ -------------------------------------------------- Al Snow and Rex Butler (w/Missy) battled to a double countout in 11:55. Rating: ½* The two men continued to battle outside the ring, which saw Rex Butler throw a battered Al Snow into the guardrail, then smacking his back on the exposed concrete. The crowd booed Butler's actions as Vince McMahon came down to the ring and called off the attack. Vince grabbed a microphone and said that he didn't care if Rex won or lost... the point was made that Al Snow isn't worthy of getting a title shot at WrestleMania. He promised, next week, he would make an announcement that will stop Al Snow's dream from being reached. Card Rating: ** TV Rating: 3.2 Attendance: 18,083 |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 03/27/07 at 18:28:52 Next Week (2/20/07): Announcement by Mr. McMahon No-Disqualification-Match: Roughhouse O'Reilly vs. Mike Knox (w/Kelly Kelly) Tables Match: Sabu vs. Test |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 04/03/07 at 05:59:33 ECW on Sci-Fi February 20, 2007 iPayOne Center San Diego, California In the Ring: ECW General Manager, Vince McMahon comes to the ring - with Rex Butler and ECW Champion, Matt Striker - and says that last week, he made good on his promise by sending a message to Al Snow. He says that, the beating last week was nothing compared to what he had in store for this week. McMahon said that he would make Snow's chances of winning the ECW Title impossible... and tonight is going to be the night it happens. McMahon says that tonight - in the interest of fairness - there will be a Four Corners Match to determine the "actual" number one contender. McMahon announces that Al Snow will be facing Little Guido, Balls Mahoney and Derek Neikirk in the main event... and, to make sure nothing goes wrong, he announces that ECW Champion, Matt Striker is going to be the special guest referee. Tony Mamaluke defeated CM Punk by disqualification in 9:57. Rating: *** ¾ CM Punk cost himself $10,000 by attacking the referee in this match, giving Mamaluke the DQ victory. However, after the match, Chris Masters attacked Mamaluke, putting him in the Masterlock! After throwing Mamaluke to the canvas - unconscious - Masters proclaimed that he was defecting from RAW to ECW! Interview: Rebecca asks Al Snow how he feels about the "plan" Vince McMahon revealed at the beginning of the show. Snow says that he's not quite sure why McMahon is so against him being number one contender... but that it doesn't matter. He says that no matter what McMahon puts in his way, he will overcome and go onto WrestleMania as the number one contender. No-Disqualification Match: Mike Knox (w/Kelly Kelly) pinned Roughhouse O'Reilly after a standing moonsault in 17:32. Rating: ** 1/4 This match had initially ended at the 15:57 mark with a pinfall, but O'Reilly was able to convince the referee of a fast count. Knox, however, was able to keep up his momentum and picked up the victory. No Countout, No Disqualification, Tables Match: Test defeated Sabu by putting him through a table in 12:20. Rating: ** 1/4 Test and Sabu put on another great match this week, which saw Sabu bleed profusely for his efforts. Test evened up their record at one and one. After the match, Sabu was helped to the back by medical attendants. Interview: Vince McMahon tells Rebecca that he and his "insurance policy" - Rex Butler - will be watching the four-corners match with very high interest tonight. Vince guarantees that Al Snow will not leave San Diego as the Number One Contender. No Time Limit, Four Corners Match (Special Referee: Matt Striker): Little Guido defeated Derek Neikirk, Balls, Mahoney and Stevie Richards: X S. Richards beat B. Mahoney via a superkick in 1:36. X D. Neikirk beat S. Richards via the Saito Suplex in 16:21. X Little Guido beat D. Neikirk via the Arrivederci in 20:53. Rating: ** ¾ [Al Snow no-showed.] After the match, Vince McMahon and Rex Butler make their way out to the ring and congratulate Guido for his victory. However, as McMahon and Guido shake hands, Rex Butler grabs the number one contender by the throat and choke slams him in the middle of the ring! McMahon grabs a microphone and says that Guido took Snow's place... but now he has to prove he is worthy of being number one contender. Card Rating: ** ½ TV Rating: 2.9 Attendance: 19,250 Next Week (2/27/07): Chris Masters vs. Tony Mamaluke Rex Butler vs. Big Guido |
| lazy_duck | Posted on 04/03/07 at 06:19:18 Another great card, Each card gets better. McMahon looking Godfather like. Should be interesting to see how Masters run in ECW goes. Again good card and keep it up. |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 04/03/07 at 21:14:28 Thanks for the comment! It was hard getting something going with this brand... glad you're enjoying it. |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 04/12/07 at 06:33:46 February 27, 2007 H.P. Pavilion San Jose, California In the Ring: WWE Chairman, Vince McMahon starts off the show by saying that his plan came to fruition last week, when Al Snow lost his place as #1 Contender for the ECW World Title. He tells the crowd in San Jose, that now his can focus his attention on making sure Little Guido doesn't get the title, as well. This brings out Little Guido, who says that McMahon is just abusing his powers as the owner of the WWE, pushing his weight around the ECW. He tells Vince that the veterans of ECW have a certain way of doing things... and that, even though Al Snow's not in the arena tonight, he will surely get his revenge on McMahon. McMahon agrees, saying that he is abusing his powers as WWE Owner. He tells Little Guido that tonight, in the main event... he and Tony Mamaluke will take on the team of Rex Butler and the ECW World Champion, Matt Striker. Hardcore Holly pinned Shannon Moore with the Alabama Slam in 5:17. Rating: *** Hardcore Holly came into this match with a slight weight advantage over Moore, but it didn't factor into the match at the beginning, as "The Reject" found himself with the advantage. However, using his experience, Holly was about to turn the tide, and connect with the Alabama Slam for the victory. Interview: In the back, ECW newcomer, Chris Masters speaks with Rebecca. When asked his thoughts about coming over to ECW, Masters says that he made his announcement last week, because he wants to put an end to the situation between himself and Tony Mamaluke. Rebecca tells Masters that Mamaluke has been scheduled for the main event, Masters says that he will then issue an open challenge to anyone on the ECW roster that wants to take on "The Masterpiece". CM Punk made Roughhouse O'Reilly submit to the Anaconda Vice in 9:37. Rating: *** 1/4 Punk had a much better outing this week, after taking a hit in the wallet for his actions last week. He was determined to make up for his bad decision, and did just that, in taking down the bigger O'Reilly. After the match, Punk made his way to the back, holding his shoulder in pain. Backstage: In his office, Vince McMahon tells Matt Striker and Rex Butler that he needs to send a message to Little Guido because he doesn't think the point's getting across. Rex gets an evil smile on his face and - without saying a word - leaves the room, leaving Striker and McMahon to wonder what his intentions are. Mike Knox (w/Kelly Kelly) pinned Rob Conway after a flying legdrop in 13:20. Rating: ** ½ Mike Knox kept his winning streak going this week, with a win over Rob Conway - who has yet to successfully make a name for himself since coming over to ECW. After the match, Knox and Kelly celebrated outside the ring as Conway held his throat, inside the ring. Backstage: In Little Guido's locker room, he's seen getting ready for the main event match. Tony Mamaluke is standing in the corner, talking to Big Guido and Trinity. From the hallway, Rex Butler enters the room and attacks Little Guido from behind, throwing him into the wooden lockers against the wall. The commotion causes Big Guido to push Mamaluke away and stand face to face with Butler as the crowd begins to murmur in the arena. Butler stares into Big Guido's eyes and smiles, sadistically, before leaving the room. Mamaluke and Trinity tend to Little Guido as Big Guido continues to stare in Rex's direction. Rex Butler & © Matt Striker (w/Missy) defeated The Full Blooded Italians (Little Guido & Tony Mamaluke) (w/Big Guido & Trinity) when Striker defeated Little Guido by disqualification in 16:32. Rating: ** ½ [Big Guido and Al Snow interfered against Matt Striker.] [Trinity interfered against Rex Butler.] Little Guido came out, holding his lower back, from the attack before the commercial break. The F.B.I and the team of Striker and Butler took it took each other, as Vince McMahon's men hoped to send their opponents a message from Vince. However, it was Al Snow - who shocked the crowd in San Jose - who sent a message to the ECW Champion, breaking up his pinfall attempt on Little Guido. This infuriated Butler, who entered the ring (along with Big Guido and Mamaluke) as all five men brawled in the center of the ring. ECW officials rushed down to the ring hoping to break up the melee. The program went off the air as the ring began to fill with officials and security. Card Rating: ** ¾ TV Rating: 3.4 Attendance: 15,750 |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 04/19/07 at 19:44:17 March 6, 2007 Tucson Convention Center Tucson, Arizona Beginning: Highlights from last week's tag team match are shown, including the final moments of the show which involved the five-man brawl as the program went off the air. As the highlight ends, "Bodies" plays as the show's introduction begins. Tazz and Joey Styles welcome everyone to the desert of Tucson. Styles announces that Roughhouse O'Reilly will face Rob Conway, as well as Chris Masters taking on Stevie Richards. Tazz says that Masters has looked good since coming over from RAW... one of a very few people who can say that they've done so. In the Ring: Al Snow's music plays as he walks to the ring, holding his lower back from the attack he suffered at the hands of Rex Butler two weeks ago. The crowd cheers for him as he grabs a microphone. He tells the crowd that he came to the aid of Little Guido and Tony Mamaluke... only because he wasn't going to give Vince McMahon the satisfaction of knowing that the Owner's actions had gotten to him. Snow says that he hates the fact that Matt Striker is still ECW World Champion... and that he will do anything to make sure he loses that title come WrestleMania. Much to the crowd's delight, Snow says that the only way he thinks that can happen, is if he - himself - is the Number One Contender. Snow then issues a challenge to Little Guido, for the title match in three weeks in Detroit. The crowd boos as Vince McMahon's music marks the ECW Owner's entrance into the arena. As he gets into the ring, McMahon and Snow stare at each other for a tense moment before McMahon tells the Tucson crowd that Snow and Little Guido will be in a match tonight... but not against each other. McMahon announces that Little Guido will be facing Danny Doring in tonight's main event... whereas, Al Snow will be facing Mike Knox in his match. Sarcastically, McMahon wishes Snow a good evening before leaving the ring as the show goes to commercials. Interview: Coming back from commercials, Little Guido is seen, standing with Rebecca DiPierto backstage. Rebecca asks L.G. about the announcement made by Vince McMahon... L.G. says that he's going to stick by what he said last week, about McMahon abusing his power as the General Manager of ECW. He tells Rebecca that, if he had his way, he would give Al Snow his Number One Contenders Match... but that, for now, it'll have to wait. At this time, the crowd starts to boo as ECW Champion, Matt Striker, walks into view. He forces his way inbetween Rebecca and L.G., looking at the current #1 Contender eye-to-eye. Striker tells L.G. that Vince McMahon is abusing his power, and it's only going to help Striker keep the title around his waist. The champion says that, instead of wasting his time - thinking about Al Snow - Guido should be worrying about their up-coming match at WrestleMania. Striker walks off to more boos as L.G. stares in his direction. Rob Conway pinned Roughhouse O'Reilly with the Ego Trip in 12:20. Rating: *** O'Reilly was hoping to make up for his loss to CM Punk last week. However, Rob Conway had a little bit more to prove as he's still in the process of making a name for himself. These two put on a great opening match, that the crowd enjoyed. Conway was booed as he walked away from the ring, telling the crowd how "excellent" he is. Interview: After the match, Rebecca was in the back with Al Snow. When asked about the confrontation between he and Vince McMahon, Snow tells her that he's not afriad of what Vince McMahon can do... because he's been around this business for a very long time. He swore to Rebecca that he would do anything to make sure he became Number One Contender for the ECW World Title... which got a huge ovation from the Tucson crowd. Also backstage, Tony Mamaluke is seen, standing alone in front of a camera. He says that, last week, he had to worry about making sure Little Guido didn't get the short end of the stick. However, he says that the unfinished business between he and Chris Masters never left his mind. Mamaluke says that he isn't hiding from Masters... and if he wants a match, Mamaluke doesn't care when or where it takes place. Stevie Richards pinned Chris Masters after a superkick in 1:27. Rating: * 1/2 Stevie Richards came out and shocked the crowd in Tucson, surprising the bigger, taller "Masterpiece" with a Superkick that knocked the ECW newcomer out cold for the three-count. The crowd was awaiting word from Masters about accepting Mamaluke's offer from earlier on... but the shocking defeat quieted the rather outspoken star. Backstage: Vince McMahon is shown, in his office - alongside Rex Butler - getting ready to watch the next matach on a television monitor. Al Snow defeated Mike Knox (w/Kelly Kelly) by disqualification in 4:52. Rating: * 1/2 Mike Knox's winning streak came to an end, which left the crowd wondering what had gotten into him. After the match stormed out of the ring and made his way to the back, followed by the scantily-clad Kelly Kelly. As Snow kneeled in the corner, trying to get his breath back, Matt Striker slid into the ring. The crowd filled the Convention Center with jeers as Striker attacked Snow from behind... hitting him with the Golden Rule before leaving the ring, smiling. The show went to commercials as Snow attended to by the referee. Little Guido (w/Big Guido & Trinty) pinned Danny Doring after a dropkick in 12:24. Rating: ** Guido was able to defeat Doring... with a dropkick of all moves! The crowd cheered the victory, but only for a moment as Vince McMahon appeared on-stage. He shocked the crowd by saying that... in the interest of fairness, he would be giving Al Snow his Number One Contenders match next week... in a steel cage match! McMahon stressed the point that... no matter who wins, the decision is final! Card Rating: * 3/4 TV Rating: 2.5 Attendance: 6,750 [hr] Next Week: Steel Cage, #1 Contenders Match: Al Snow vs. Little Guido |
| lazy_duck | Posted on 04/22/07 at 06:44:12 Another great card, Al Snow is hell bent on meeting Striker at Wrestlemania Should be a good cage match Snow should win but hey it's ECW anything can happen and probabaly will. Good show. |
| The TNM Members Champ | Posted on 04/22/07 at 07:20:31 Considering that you are now taking control of the booking, you'll actually get the finishes you want instead. Which is a good thing especially as you get near WrestleMania. |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 04/22/07 at 07:32:15 Yeah, that's what I was thinking. But, I actually like the "surprises" that the program gives me if I don't book. So, I think I'm going back to unbooked. |
| The TNM Members Champ | Posted on 04/22/07 at 07:55:11 I think the best resolution would be to book some matches and let the other matches be unbooked if you are undecided how to proceed. |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 04/22/07 at 16:22:03 Yeah, that was another option I was thinking about. I might try that starting "next week" with RAW... to see how it goes. |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 05/03/07 at 07:22:12 March 13, 2007 Sovereign Bank Arena Trenton, New Jersey "Bodies" begins to play as the "ECW On Sci-Fi" comes on the air. Following the intro, highlights from last week's main event between Little Guido and Danny Doring are shown. After the highlights, Tazz and Joey Styles welcome everyone to Trenton for the evening's show. In The Ring: Danny Doring comes out to the ring, visibly angry over the events that took place last week. He grabs the microphone from the ring announcer and walks around the ring, staring into the crowd. DD: "As I stand here tonight, I look into the eyes of every one of you ECW fans... and I can see the disappointment in your eyes! I can see the shock that you still have not gotten over from last week; the shock of watching me - Danny Doring - lose a match after taking a dropkick! Trust me, no matter how upset or disappointed you are, it doesn't even compare to the amount of self-hatred I have for myself right now! That is why I am out here, tonight. I am out here to prove to everyone that last week's loss was a fluke! Now, I know that Little Guido has other things planned for tonight (looks up at steel cage hovering over the ring)... so, instead, I am issuing a challenge to anyone in the ECW locker room to come out here and face me.. tonight!" Doring drops the microphone and awaits for his opponent... The Big Show pinned Danny Doring with the Showstopper in 10:31. Rating: ** 1/4 It looks like Danny Doring got more then he bargained for as The Big Show made his ECW debut tonight, with an impressive victory. Doring's goal of coming back from his fluke last week was stopped in it's tracks. Backstage: Al Snow is seen talking to one of the stage hands as ECW General Manager, Vince McMahon approaches. Vince taps Snow on the back, causing him to turn around. Snow has a disgusted look on his face... VM: "Hello, Al. I see that you've found yourself a distraction from what you know is coming to you." AS: "What do I have coming to me, Vince? Do you have some scheme in store for tonight? Because if you do... all I have to ask is: Haven't you done enough, already? You've busted your ass week in and week out to make sure that I lost my chance at the ECW World Title. Tonight, you're putting me in a steel cage match so I can fight for what I already won at the Royal Rumble. Tell me, Vince... what's your brain telling you? What it is saying will happen when I become the ECW Champion at WrestleMania? I'll tell you what it's saying. It's telling you that come April 1st, the ECW is never going to be the same! And, that Vince, is something that you just can't understand." Snow walks away from Vince, leaving the owner steaming mad as the show goes to commercials. Backstage: Coming back from commercials, The Big Show is with Rebecca, backstage. RD: "Big Show, welcome to your debut in ECW. How did it feel to get your first victory, here tonight?" BS: "Rebecca, you're right. I did make my debut here tonight, and I did come out victorious. However, I can guarantee that this is only the beginning of what I will accomplish here in ECW. I plan on making a huge name for myself... and I will do anything I have to, to make sure that happens. This week, it was Danny Doring. Next week... who knows?" The Big Show walks away, leaving Rebecca standing, silently. The scene changes, showing the F.B.I locker room, where Little Guido is seen talking to Tony Mamluke and Big Guido. LG: "Tonight is the night, boys! Tonight is the night that the your's truely becomes the number one contender for the ECW World Title. I know that I won the four-corners match a few weeks ago, but Al Snow was taken out of that match by McMahon and his hired henchmen. I stayed true to my word... and I was going to stick by Al until he got what he wanted. But, tonight, all that friendly support ends! Tonight, it's down to myself and Al... inside a steel cage. The winner - the one of us who is lucky enough to survive this match - will be leaving here tonight as the one and only number one contender. And, fellas, just like Al... I can't stand the way Matt Striker is making a mockery of ECW! I can't wait to get my hands on him, either! Tonight, we will see who the better man is." Guido walks out of view as the camera goes back to ringside. Chris Masters defeated Roughhouse O'Reilly by disqualification in 10:24. Rating: ** 1/4 [Tony Mamaluke intefered against Chris Masters.] Mamaluke caused the DQ, sliding into the ring and breaking up a pin attempt by Masters. He continued his attack on Masters, proving what he said last week... that he's not going anywhere. Afterwards, Mamaluke left the ring as the crowd gave him a mixture of reactions; Masters was left being attended to by the referee. Backstage: Coming back from the commercial break, Chris Masters is seen holding the back of his head from the attack by Tony Mamaluke. Masters notices the camera... CM: "Tony Mamaluke, you said you're not going to run and hide from me? You said that you're not going to go anywhere until you and I finish this thing in the ring? Well, tonight, you helped me make the a decision. So, next week, right there in that ring, I am challenging you to a Random Gimmick Match! I don't give a damn what Vince picks... all I know is that, next week, you will have no chance of escaping the Masterlock!" Masters walks away, holding the back of his head. Derek Neikirk and Sabu battled to a double countout in 7:22. Rating: ** 1/4 [Test interfered against Sabu.] The Trenton crowd was in shock as Test made his return after being suspended for his actions backstage. He came back with a vengeance, starting where he left off - by hitting Sabu in the back with a chair! After the match, with Neikirk and Sabu on the floor, Test repeatedly hit Sabu with the steel chair, bending it! Satisfied with his attack, Test left the scene as Neikirk looked on, impressed. Backstage: Al Snow is seen walking towards the stage area, where he is stopped by Rebecca. RD: "Al Snow, we're just moments away from your Steel Cage #1-Contenders Match. How do you feel going in?" AS: "Rebecca, tonight is going to be one of the biggest challenges I've had to face since ECW returned to television. However, I thought I had already done what was necessary to get my shot at the ECW World Title. But, just like everyone else on this roster, I have to play by Vince McMahon's rules. Well, I've worked for Vince for a very long time... so, I wouldn't be surprised if something didn't happen. But, I can't worry about that, because tonight, I'm going to finally - once and for all - become the Number One Contender." Snow walks away, continuing to the ring. In another area backstage, Mike Knox is shown, with Kelly Kelly - who is wearing a very short pair of shorts and bra. MK: "You know something, Kelly? Last week was a complete shame for me. I know that Al Snow had a lot to prove, but I was on a three-match winning streak! I'm ashamed at the fact that I wasn't able to give Snow a better fight. I would give anything to have another chance at Snow..." KK: "Why not just challenge him?" MK: "I would, but he's in tonight's main event. However... (looks into the camera) Snow, if and when you hear this, I am challenging you to a rematch, next week in Grand Rapids!" ECW goes to commercials as Knox stares into the camera... Steel Cage-Number One Contenders Match: Al Snow pinned Little Guido (w/Big Guido & Trinity) with the Snow Plow in 11:54. Rating: **** Al Snow finally did it! He was able to overcome almost three months of relentless torture by Vince McMahon, to regain his spot as the Number One Contender for the ECW World Title. Guido & Snow showed their appreciation for each other as Snow grabbed a microphone and accepted Mike Knox's challenge for next week. Card Rating: *** TV Rating: N/A Attendance: 7,250 [hr] Next Week: Mike Knox vs. Al Snow Random Gimmick Match: Chris Masters vs. Tony Mamaluke |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 05/11/07 at 13:23:13 March 20, 2007 Quicken Loans Arena Cleveland, Ohio (ECW begins, with a recap of last week's show which ends with highlights from the Steel Cage, Number One Contenders match between Al Snow and Little Guido. At the very end of the clip, Al Snow is heard accepting Mike Knox's offer for a match next week...) "Bodies" begins to play, accompanied by the intro video for "ECW On Sci Fi". As the clip ends, the camera opens up inside the Quicken Loans Arena. In the center of the arena is the ECW ring, lit only by the ring lights, blackening out most of the arena and the audience. Joey Styles and Tazz sit at ringside, ready to begin the program... In The Ring: ECW World Champion, Matt Striker appears from behind the curtain. He is dressed in a white sweater and khakis. The ECW World Title is draped over his shoulder. The crowd boos Striker as he slowly makes his way into the ring and grabs a microphone from the ring announcer. The crowd begins to boo as Striker walks around the ring. MS: "You know something... for a number of weeks now, I've been sitting in the back, basking in the glory of watching Al Snow and Little Guido battle it out, all in the name of respect. They have both wanted a shot at me for so long, and all I've had to do was sit back and watch them wear each other out. (Crowd boos) It's all in the powers of a champion. I have the right to say when and where I wrestle. It also helps to be the WWE Chairman's right-hand man... (Crowd begins to heckle Striker) But, I have decided that I am not going to sit back and watch any longer. It's been almost a month since I stepped into this ring... so, what better place then Cleveland, Ohio, to show Al Snow what he has in store for him next Sunday night at WrestleMania? Snow, you better make sure you pay close attention to what you see out here tonight. Because, you're going to need all the help you can get come April 1st." Striker drops the microphone on the canvas as the crowd begins to boo, once again. Striker exits the ring and makes his way up the aisle as the show goes to commercials. The Big Show pinned Little Guido (w/Big Guido & Trinity) after a choke slam in 17:50. Rating: ** 1/4 [Trinity interfered against The Big Show.] (... the bell sounds, as the crowd begins to boo The Big Show. He slowly gets up to his feet; a small trickle of blood running from his forehead. He raises his arms in the air as the jeers get louder. Show exits the ring as Trinity slides under the bottom rope, checking on Little Guido's condition...) Interview: RD: "I am here, tonight, with Tony Mamaluke. (Mamaluke walks into view) Tony, last week, you attacked "The Masterpiece" Chris Masters, telling the world that you weren't running anywhere from him. After your attack, Masters challenged you to a Random Gimmick Match later tonight. What are your thoughts...." TM: "Listen, up toots! I know what I said to Chris Masters, and I'm aware that he doesn't want to wait to get back into the ring with me. (Into the camera) So, Chris Masters, you want to take another step forward, and make this a Random Gimmick Match? Well, that's just fine with me, because it doesn't really matter what kind of match we're in... I've beaten you before! Tonight, it's going to be no different! Tonight, I'm going to prove to all of ECW that "The Masterpiece" is nothing but crap!" (...Mamaluke walks away from the scene, leaving Rebecca alone for a second...) (... In another area of the area, Test is shown. The crowd boos him as he looks into the camera and begins to speak...) Test: "I'm sure a lot of you thought you'd never see me again. I bet you all laughed the day that I was suspended for my actions backstage. Well, I could hear it last week... I had stopped all the laughing! Sabu, this thing between us... it's far from being finished. What you need to realize, Sabu, is that it's not over until I say it's over!" (... Test smirks at the camera as the scene fades to black...) Glass Death Match: Chris Masters defeated Tony Mamluke by disqualification in 4:42. Rating: * 1/4 [Trinity interfered against Chris Masters.] "The Masterpiece" wanted this match, in the hopes of teaching Mamaluke a lesson. However, Trinity and Big Guido had other ideas, as Masters was never able to send his message to the F.B.I member. After the match, with Masters' attention turned to Trinity, Tony Mamaluke executes a reverse DDT into the center of the ring, causing a mixed reaction from the crowd. He then pulls a sheet of glass from the corner of the ring, and sets it up near Masters. Mamaluke picks up Masters and sends him crashing through the glass with a suplex; glass shatters all over the ring, and the sound of Chris Masters screaming in pain, fills the arena. Mamaluke exits the ring and celebrates with Big Guido and Trinity on their way backstage. Inside the ring, officials and EMTs assist with getting Masters - who's back is bleeding from the many little gashes made by the glass - to the back for medical attention. Backstage: Sitting in his office, ECW General Manager Vince McMahon is shown in a grey business suit. He has a smile on his face, and begins to speak as the Cleveland crowd boos... VM: "Ladies and gentlemen of Cleveland, Ohio... tonight, you all witnessed the powerful destruction of ECW's newest member: The Big Show. However, what you didn't realize was, that tonight, you also witnessed the second match in the "Golden Opportunity" qualifying. (Vince laughs) You see, tonight, The Big Show earned his spot at WrestleMania, by defeated Little Guido. I guess you could say that I'm still doing everything I can to make sure Matt Striker continues to be ECW World Champion! Vince laughs, once again, as the scene fades back to the ring. The crowd is still in shock from the announcement that was just made. Al Snow pinned Mike Knox (w/Kelly Kelly) with the Snow Plow in 15:08. Rating: *** ¾ [Kelly Kelly interfered against Al Snow.] Mike Knox came out, hoping to avenge his loss to the #1 Contender two weeks ago. He had plenty of help from the lovely Kelly Kelly - escaping from two separate Snow Plows! However, the veteran wasn't stopped, and was able to hit a third Snow Plow to pick up the victory. After the match, Kelly Kelly entered the ring to tend to Knox as Al Snow left the ring. While walking with his back turned towards the curtains, Snow is blindsided by ECW World Champion, Matt Striker! Striker throws Snow into the barricade and follows it up with a parade of punches to the head. The crowd boos loudly as Striker gets back to his feet, screaming something at Snow, as he leaves the scene. The program comes back as Joey Styles and Tazz discuss the Glass Death Match between Chris Masters and Tony Mamaluke. On the big screen, Masters is shown in the trainer's room, getting stitches to clean up the gashes left by the shattered glass. Masters is shown with his head down, grimacing as the stitches get pulled tight, closing his wounds. Non-Title Match: Matt Striker © pinned Danny Doring with the Golden Rule in 12:27. Rating: ** The ECW Champion got a better match then he was expecting from Danny Doring tonight. However, Matt Striker was able to overcome his challenge and get a victory in this non-title match. After the match, tired and worn out, Matt Striker grabs the microphone from the ring announcer... MS: "What you just saw, is just another example of why I'm the best choice to be ECW World Champion! (Crowd boos) Al Snow has learned from Day One that I'm not the person he wants to come after for this title... and I gave him a pop quiz on that earlier tonight. Once again, he failed miserably, just like he's going to fail next Sunday at WrestleMania!" (Crowd boos) Striker leaves the ring as the program goes off the air. Card Rating: ** ½ TV Rating: 2.6 Attendance: 16,916 |
| lazy_duck | Posted on 05/11/07 at 17:39:49 Striker is the man but I fear his cockiness will end up biting him in the ass come Wrestlemania... |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 05/15/07 at 06:26:05 March 27, 2007 Van Andel Arena Grand Rapids, Michigan Vince McMahon starts the program, in the center of the ring, with an announcement about tonight's show. He says that, due to an internal issue on RAW last night, the fourth qualifying match for the "Golden Opportunity" battle royal was unable to take place. Vince says that he wants to make sure something like that never happens again... or someone is going to lose their job! Vince announces that there will be two qualifying matches tonight in Grand Rapids: the pre-scheduled from RAW last night which will put Johnny Nitro against Balls Mahoney and Chris Benoit. Also, there will be the originally scheduled match for tonight: Tony Mamaluke against John "Bradshaw" Layfield and Viscera. Vince says that the first qualifying now, before leaving the ring and sitting at the broadcast table. (1) Johnny Nitro (w/Melina) vs. Balls Mahoney (w/Francine) vs. Chris Benoit The extra day of rest seemed to give these three the energy they were looking for... with a shot at going to WrestleMania on the line, they would need whatever they could get. From the on-set, it was every man for themselves. However, Johnny Nitro saved Balls Mahoney from the Figure-Four Leglock - a sure sign that he wasn't doing to help Balls, but to keep himself from losing the match. Balls got lucky, once again, as Francine pulled down the top rope tossing Chris Benoit to the outside, in front of the referee's face... but no DQ was called. Later, as the match spilled out to the floor, again - this time with Benoit with the advantage, "The Crippler" tried to bring back his former ECW days as he attempted a flying headbutt to the outside! Unfortunately, the moved missed, and this took Benoit out for the rest of the match. It also gave Francine a chance to sneak in a steel chair, which Balls used against Johnny Nitro for the pin! "Golden Opportunity" Qualifying Match: Balls Mahoney defeated Johnny Nitro and Chris Benoit when B. Mahoney pinned Nitro after hitting him with a steel chair in 18:19. Rating: ** 1/4 [Francine interfered against Chris Benoit.] Backstage, Al Snow says that last week, both he and Matt Striker won their respective matches. But, he says, the difference between the two of them is that Striker has to gloat about his victories... and everyone who's a die-hard ECW fan truly knows what makes an ECW World Champion. Al says that Striker can call him a failure, because he doesn't care... he's heard it all before, and was able to overcome it then. Snow says that Sunday, at WrestleMania, he's going to show Striker what it means to be "extreme". [hr] Coming back from the break, Joey Styles informs the at-home audience that Chris Masters stayed overnight at a hospital in Cleveland last week, getting attended. Styles says that Masters should be returning to the ring in two to three weeks, and if any more information is given, he will inform the fans. (2) Sabu vs. Derek Neikirk Derek Neikirk was scheduled to be Sabu's opponent tonight but, instead Sabu was put face-to-face with his attacker from last week: Test. These two went at each other throughout this quick match and the crowd loved every minute of it! However, the match was cut short as Sabu was attacked by a masked person, who quickly left the ring afterwards. Shocked by his attacker, Sabu was blindsided by a big boot from Test! Sabu defeated Test by disqualification in 5:29. Rating ¾ * [A Masked Man interfered against Sabu.] (Derek Neikirk no-showed.) Backstage, once again, Balls Mahoney tells Rebecca that WrestleMania is going to get a big dose of Balls this Sunday night... much to the crowd's enjoyment. The Big Show interrupts the interview and tells Mahoney that the only person walking out of Detroit with a guaranteed title match is going to be him... and anyone of the five who want the contract, they have to go through The Big Show. [hr] (3) Tony Mamaluke (w/Big Guido & Trinity) vs. John "Bradshaw" Layfield vs. Viscera JBL and "The World's Largest Love Machine" shared the advantage of their smaller opponent for most of the match, with Tony Mamaluke getting a near fall there and again. But, at the end, all it took was a miscue between JBL and Viscera to give Mamaluke the victory and a spot at WrestleMania! "Golden Opportunity" Qualifying Match: Tony Mamaluke defeated John "Bradshaw" Layfield and Viscera when Mamaluke pinned JBL after a Northern Lights suplex in 14:27. Rating: * ½ Card Rating: * 1/4 TV Rating: 2.2 Attendance: 15,750 |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 05/26/07 at 15:30:36 April 3, 2007 Allen County War Memorial Coliseum Fort Wayne, Indiana Joey Styles and Tazz welcome us to Fort Wayne and begin the show by announcing that newly acquired Diva, Beth Phoenix, turned in resignation last night... before making her first appearance on ECW. Then, ECW World Champion, Matt Striker and Vince McMahon make their way to the ring. Vince tells the crowd that all three brands have had a fairly successful weekend, with WrestleMania being better then he had hoped, and with the amount of new faces that signed contracts with different brands. Vince tells the crowd that he spent a little bit of time last night, looking over the roster; trying to find the one person who he thinks should be Number One Contender now that Little Guido and Al Snow are no longer associated with ECW. Therefore, Vince announces that Sabu is the rightful owner of a chance to face Matt Striker at Backlash... but there's a stipulation: Tonight, Sabu must defeat Balls Mahoney! [hr] (1) Val Venis vs. Shelton Benjamin (w/Momma Benjamin) Val Venis started off the match, by attacking Shelton before the bell! After taking a small advantage, Venis swiveled his hips for the crowd but, that gave Benjamin enough time to kick-up and hit a hip toss followed by a "Stinger" Splash. He tried to hit a quick T-Bone Suplex by Venis blocked it. Benjamin sent Venis into the ropes, where Momma Benjamin was caught tripping "her boy's" opponent. Referee Jimmy Korderas gave her a warning, but no DQ. With the referee's back turned, Benjamin went for a high knee that was missed, giving Venis an opening to lock on a bow-and-arrow submission... for 11 seconds! Later in the match, Benjamin blocked a clothesline into the corner and hit a Northern Lights Suplex for another 2-count. Benjamin was clearly annoyed by this point, and he hit the T-Bone again, but still only got a 2-count! With the advantage still on his side, Benjamin hit a stomp, a Russian legsweep, a Germen Suplex and a flying clothesline... but STILL only got a 2-count. While Benjamin was arguing with the referee, Venis made a slow recovery, resulting in the two men sharing chops back and forth. Venis' comeback ends as Benjamin kicks him and quickly hits his third Northern Lights Suplex for the win. Shelton Benjamin pinned Val Venis after a Northern Lights suplex in 6:12. Rating: ** 1/4 [Momma Benjamin interfered against Val Venis.] Backstage, Balls Mahoney says that Vince McMahon is trying to pull ECW apart, limb from limb. He says that, by forcing him to face Sabu tonight in a Number One Contenders match, Vince is hoping to see the ECW veterans turn on one another. Balls promises that nothing like that is going to happen... and that tonight, when the match is all set and done, Matt Striker's reign as ECW World Champion will be one day closer to ending. [hr] In his office, after the break, Vince McMahon reiterates to Matt Striker that his chances have losing the ECW World Title are very small, especially since Al Snow and Little Guido are off the roster; something that Vince says he promised would happen. Striker tells McMahon that he hopes Vince's statement is a promise, too... because Striker will not be showing his face on television if he loses the title. (2) Balls Mahoney (w/Francine) vs. Sabu (#1 Contenders Match; ECW World Title) Sabu was set to face off with fellow ECW Original, Balls Mahoney, when the announcement was made that Balls would not be competing tonight. The crowd was in shock as Joey Styles and Tazz hinted that Vince McMahon was behind it. Chavo Guerrero, one of many surprise signings to the ECW brand, answered the call. Chavo and Sabu battled throughout this match, giving it everything they had until Sabu brought a chair into the ring and hit a rana for the win! After the match, ECW World Champion, Matt Striker rushed the ring from the crowd and attacked Sabu from behind, getting a lot of jeers from the crowd(!). Striker told Sabu that he has no chance of out-smarting the champ at Backlash, before being escorted out of the ring by security. Number One Contenders Match: Sabu pinned Chavo Guerrero after a rana in 16:53. Rating: *** 1/4 [Vickie Guerrero interfered against Sabu.] (Balls Mahoney no-showed.) [hr] (3) Michelle McCool vs. Ariel The only two Diva's on the ECW roster, now that Beth Phoenix has quit, showed off their stuff inside the ring... but only one showed true experience inside the ring. Ariel dominated this match, even taking the beating to the outside, slamming Michelle into the steel ring steps! The end of the match saw Ariel connect with a Tornado DDT, forcing Michelle to land awkwardly on her head, bending her neck in an uncomfortable position. The EMTs carried McCool away as Ariel was announced the winner. Ariel pinned Michelle McCool with the Tornado DDT in 11:28. Michelle McCool suffered a neck injury; she will be out for approximately 4 cards (1 Month). Rating: ½* Backstage, Vince McMahon and Matt Striker are seen talking to Chavo Guerrero about the attack on Balls Mahoney just a few moments ago. Joey Styles says that he knew Vince had something to do with the attack, and wonders what Balls Mahoney will have to say in retaliation, next week. (4) Stevie Richards vs. © Matt Striker (non-title match) In the final match of the evening, Stevie Richards faced off with ECW Champion, Matt Striker for the second time. And, for the second time, they put on a great main event for the ECW crowd. Throughout the beginning, the match was fairly even. Richards finally took advantage but wasn't able to capitalize on anything. Not being able to dominate his opponent, Striker became infuriated, and through Richards to the outside, where the tide quickly changed. Soon after bringing Richards back into the ring, Striker connected with the Golden Rule for the win. Non Title Match: Matt Striker pinned Stevie Richards with the Golden Rule in 17:42. Rating: *** ½ Card Rating: ** ½ TV Rating: 3.3 Attendance: 15,750 |
| lazy_duck | Posted on 05/27/07 at 02:12:26 Not sure I picture Benjamin ECW but will wait to see how he does before I comment more. Striker seems to not be fazed that he has to face Sabu for the title because he's to worked uped abut Al Snow and Tony Mamaluke. He needs to worry about Sabu and less on those two. Another solid card. LD |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 05/31/07 at 05:42:32 April 10, 2007 Dunkin' Donuts Center Providence, Rhode Island Vince McMahon comes out to the ring, and says that he is upset about what took place last week. He says that, unfortunately, Sabu did win his match last week against Chavo Guerrero. However, Vince says that Chavo was not his scheduled opponent. Balls Mahoney was the scheduled opponent, but because of some unknown reason, was unable to perform. Therefore, Vince says that Sabu will be in action, once again, against an opponent of his choosing. Vince says that the opponent will be revealed at the start of the match. [hr] (1) Tommy Dreamer vs. Chavo Guerrero (w/Vickie Guerrero) (Extreme Rules Match) During the commercial break, the crowd in attendance was told that Vince McMahon had switched his opinion of ECW, changing the matches back to "Extreme Rules" unless otherwise notified. The first match under these new "conditions" involved Chavo Guerrero and ECW Original, Tommy Dreamer. The crowd was behind Dreamer all along, knowing that this type of match is his specialty. The crowd was given another shock as Balls Mahoney made his way to the ring, getting payback for Chavo's attack, last week. The weapons were out in full force ranging from a microphone to a stop sign! However, the match came to an end after Vickie Guerrero entered the ring and hit Dreamer with a steel chair! Chavo took this chance to make a fool out of another ECW Original, by sending him to the outside of the ring and throwing Dreamer against the ring steps... busting him open! After an inverted atomic drop, Dreamer slumped to the ground and Chavo picked up the victory. Extreme Rules Match: Chavo Guerrero pinned Tommy Dreamer after an inverted atomic drop in 9:04. Rating: ** ½ Coming back from the break, a very angry Balls Mahoney confronts Vince McMahon. Vince says that if Mahoney touches him, he will be fired on the spot! Mahoney holds back on his attack and demands a match against Chavo Guerrero at Backlash. Vince McMahon says it's agreed... but until then, Mahoney is not allowed anywhere near Chavo. Vince says, if Mahoney's upset now, just wait and see how it's going to be come Backlash. Vince laughs and walks away. (2) Sabu vs. Shelton Benjamin (w/Momma Benjamin) (Extreme Rules Match) Shelton Benjamin found himself facing off against one of the ECW Originals tonight, as he stepped into the ring with Sabu. Sabu came into this match, looking to add another victory to his belt as he makes his way up the ladder, leading to his ECW World Title match at Backlash. The match was everything that ECW should be: weapons and fighting throughout the arena. Momma Benjamin even got involved on multiple occasions, getting Sabu's attention so that her son could take the advantage. However, she interfered one too many times, and Sabu made her pay for it! In the end, the Number One Contender continued his winning ways with the Triple Jump Moonsault for the victory. Extreme Rules Match: Sabu pinned Shelton Benjamin with the Triple Jump Moonsault in 14:21. Rating: *** ½ [Momma Benjamin interfered against Sabu.] Vince McMahon is asked by Rebecca DiPierto about his thought of Balls Mahoney facing Chavo Guerrero at Backlash. Vince says that he's going to take his time and think about whether or not he's ready to give Balls Mahoney the exposure Backlash would give him. However, Vince did say that if he signed the match for the pay-per-view, he would make sure it was very special. (3) © Matt Striker vs. Ric Flair (non-title match) The man some would call the greatest champion of all time made his debut in ECW tonight, taking on the current ECW World Champion, Matt Striker. Flair and Striker put on a great match for the Providence crowd, even with the "Extreme Rules" taken out. Flair looked to have the advantage early on with his knowledge of the ring, but Striker proved once again why he has been ECW World Champion since Day One. The end of the match saw Striker connect with the Golden Rule for the one-two-three. Non-Title Match: Matt Striker pinned Ric Flair with the Golden Rule in 18:13. Rating: *** Card Rating: *** 1/4 TV Rating: 3.2 Attendance: 18,083 |
| lazy_duck | Posted on 05/31/07 at 06:05:02 Sabu should have hit the triple jump moonsult on Mama Benjamin :) Flair a little outmatched by Striker maybe it's timme for Flair to call it a day... Think Chavo could be great in ECWl but don't see him as World champ yet but maybe depending on how your ECW goes you could bring back the ECW TV Title. Chavo could rule for a while. LD |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 05/31/07 at 16:27:42 That's actually not a bad idea! Obviously, I didn't think about that lol. I think the TV Title would be awesome; and of course, defended weekly. |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 06/10/07 at 17:10:12 April 17, 2007 Datchforum Milan, Italy ECW General Manager, Vince McMahon came out to the ring and voiced his displeasure over the fact that Shelton Benjamin was unable to defeat Sabu last week. Vince said, however, that Benjamin is not going to be a victim of his ire. Vince said that, since Sabu is the next original ECW member to get in line for a World Title shot at Matt Striker, Vince has every intention on making Sabu's life a "living hell". Vince announced that tonight's main event would be a tag team match between Balls Mahoney and Sabu taking on Chavo Guerrero and Matt Striker. (1) The World's Greatest Tag Team vs. Spirit Squad (Kenny & Nicky) (Extreme Rules Match) "Golden Opportunity" winner and former RAW Superstar, Charlie Haas, made his ECW debut tonight, teaming with Shelton Benjamin to reform the World's Greatest Tag Team. They took on two members of the Spirit Squad, Kenny and Nicky. In a surprise turn of events, the match was made into an Extreme Rules Match to showcase the high-fliers skills. However, this match was spent on the outside of the ring, where the ring and its surroundings were put in play. The match ended slightly after the 20-minute time limit as Nicky hit the Superkick on Haas for the win. After the match, Benjamin sat on his knees in the center of the ring, with his head in his hands as the Squad celebrated their victory. Spirit Squad (Kenny & Nicky) defeated The World's Greatest Tag Team (Charlie Haas & Shelton Benjamin) when Nicky pinned C. Haas with the Superkick in 21:11. Rating: ** ¾ (2) Tommy Dreamer vs. Ric Flair (Extreme Rules Match) Ric Flair found himself in yet another Extreme Rules Match this week, taking on ECW original Tommy Dreamer. The "Nature Boy" is still trying to find his niche in the world of extreme, where Dreamer received his "Innovator of Violence" nickname. However, this match didn't get as "extreme" as the Milan crowd was hoping for. Dreamer picked up the victory with the TommyHawk. Extreme Rules Match: Tommy Dreamer pinned Ric Flair after the TommyHawk in 7:13. Rating: ** 1/4 Backstage, Rebecca DiPeirto tried to get an interview with Charlie Haas, but was stopped by Shelton Benjamin who told her that Haas was really ticked off and didn't want to talk to anybody tonight. Benjamin said that he and Haas had some things to discuss concerning what happened earlier tonight. Standing alone, in front of a camera, Vince McMahon told the Milan crowd that he had two announcements. The first announcement was that he has, indeed, signed a match for Backlash between Balls Mahoney and Chavo Guerrero. The second announcement, Vince said, will be revealed tonight, at the end of the program... and that it will have to do with a stipulation for the new match. Balls Mahoney was asked his thoughts on the match that Vince McMahon had just announced he signed for Backlash. Mahoney said that he thinks it's great that Vince is handing Chavo to him in a match with a stipulation. Mahoney said that it doesn't matter what the stipulation is... he will have the upper hand against Chavo next Sunday night. Before Mahoney could continue speaking, he was attacked by Guerrero and ECW Champion, Matt Striker. The two assaulted Mahoney with kicks to the midsection and punches to the back of the head for a few minutes before Sabu rushed in, forcing the attackers to run off in fear. Sabu stayed with Mahoney until officials and medics arrived. (3) Jimmy Wang Yang vs. Val Venis (Extreme Rules Match) Jimmy Wang Yang made his surprising debut tonight, facing Val Venis. These two seem very out of place in ECW... but, they signed their names on the dotted line. Much to the fans' surprise, they put on a respectable match that Yang won for his first victory in ECW. Extreme Rules Match: Jimmy Wang Yang pinned Val Venis with the Yang Time in 9:01. Rating: ** ½ (4) Balls Mahoney & Sabu (w/Francine) vs. Chavo Guerrero & © Matt Striker (w/Vickie Guerrero) The four men who will be heading to Atlanta for ECW were in tonight's main event... in what could easily be called the greatest match ECW has given it's crowd since it's re-start earlier this year. Matt Striker proved that he belongs in the "world of extreme" as he was in this match for most of it, taking on two of the ECW's most beloved superstars. Chairs were used a lot in this match... which was a surprise, since this match was not "Extreme Rules". Striker took countless chairshots to the head, and even a DDT from Balls Mahoney! However, somehow, he was able to kick out every time! The same could be said for Chavo Guerrero, who was accidentally hit with a chair by aunt Vickie... and then kicked out of the Triple Jump Moonsault from Sabu! Mahoney and Sabu had their breaks, too, mostly in the form of Francine, who used her attractive looks to lure referee Chad Patton from counting the three. However, in the end, as Francine was caught not looking, Chavo hit the frog splash for the victory Chavo Guerrero & Matt Striker defeated Balls Mahoney and Sabu when Chavo pinned Sabu after a frog splash in 34:33. Rating: ***** [Vicke Guerrero interfered against Sabu.] [Francine interfered against Matt Striker.] After the match, Vince McMahon appeared on the entrance ramp, where he said that it was time for him to reveal his stipulation in the Balls Mahoney-Chavo Guerrero match at Backlash. Vince said that, after watching what the four men could do inside the ring, he would name both stipulations. In the first match, Mahoney and Guerrero would face each other in a Table Death Match. And, because of Matt Striker's ability to withstand the abuse at the hands of Sabu and Mahoney, Vince announced that the ECW World Title would be on the line in a Chairshot Survival Death Match! Card Rating: *** 1/2 TV Rating: 3.3 Attendance: -24,703 (what?!) |
| lazy_duck | Posted on 06/10/07 at 18:55:28 Haha, great card, Great minds think alike, You'll see what I'm talking about when the next MCPW show posts :) Congrats on the 5 star main event, Your ECW first I believe? Something about Chavo brings the best out in everyone. I have no idea how you can have a negitive attendance unless it was all you can eat spagetti night and everyone left :) |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 06/10/07 at 19:04:38 I now know how it would feel to be The Rock and Mick Foley in their "Empty Arena" WWE Title Match a few years ago... that's a lot of hurt because all four of those guys busted their asses! Oh well.... see ya at Backlash lol |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 06/18/07 at 05:15:56 April 24, 2007 Earl's Court London, England The program starts off as ECW World Champion, Matt Striker comes to the ring dressed in a mutli-colored sweater and khaki pants. The ECW World Title is draped over his shoulder as he makes his way down the ramp. The English crowd, getting their first taste of the new Extreme Championship Wrestling, gives Striker a tremendous ovation filled with boos. Striker smirks, shrugging off the negativity and enters the ring where he is handed a microphone. Striker says that last week, Vince McMahon decided to make things interesting, by signing him to face Sabu in a "Chairshot Survival Death Match" this Sunday at Backlash. Striker says that he knows the reason why McMahon signed the match, and it's because he saw what kind of punishment Striker took last week. Striker says that because of his vast intelligence, he knew what Sabu and Balls Mahoney were all about. He knew they would resort to their hardcore past and bring weapons into the match... therefore, he was ready and had already pieced together a way to not let the weapons effect him. Striker says that Vince knew about this plan all along, and therefore asked that the match not be called due to disqualification. He then says that this Sunday night, the result will be the same, as Striker will walk out of Atlanta as the ECW World Champion. Chavo Guerrero walks out, in a pair of blue jeans and a black ECW t-shirt, to a similar response from the London crowd. He joins Striker in the ring and takes a microphone for himself. Chavo says that, much like Striker's gimmick match this Sunday, he too will be in a gimmick match. Guerrero says that the Table Death Match that has been signed between him and Balls Mahoney is not a worry for him. Guerrero says he has no fear of tables, and that he has the clear advantage because it's obvious that Balls Mahoney isn't up to par with the way he acted in his prime. This brings out Balls Mahoney and Sabu, who rush into the ring with the crowd cheering them all the way. As Sabu and Mahoney slide into the ring, Striker and Guerrero slide out, forcing the crowd to boo them. Guerrero smiles at Mahoney as Striker stares at Sabu, pointing to his head. Striker and Guerrero walk back up the ramp as Mahoney and Sabu scream at them to get back into the ring. (1) Derek Neikirk vs. Harry Smith (Extreme Rules Match) Neikirk and Smith started off the program with a great match. The London crowd was fully behind Harry Smith as his father had been a huge star during his career. Neikirk had the advantage for a good part of the match, after it was handed off time and time again. However, with the crowd behind him Harry Smith found the strength to hit the Stampede Powerslam for the win. Extreme Rules Match: Harry Smith pinned Derek Neikirk after the Stampede Powerslam in 14:14. Rating: *** ½ In the locker room backstage, Charlie Haas is seen in a pair of running pants and a BACKLASH T-shirt. The room is empty and silent except for the faint hum on noise coming from the hallway outside. Haas leans back against the wall, closing his eyes as the noise inside the room gets louder. From off-screen, Shelton Benjamin comes in the same type of attire. He stands in front of Haas and says that he's sorry for not coming to Haas' aide last week during their tag team match. Haas opens his eyes and stares at Benjamin before getting up and walking off-screen. The noise re-enters the locker room as Haas walks out into the hallway. Benjamin turns and looks towards the door, shaking his head in shame. Vince McMahon is shown in a light gray suit coat over a black shirt and black suit pants. He walks up to Rebecca who is seen in a red dress that shimmers under the lighting backstage. The crowd cheers as she appears on-screen. Vince says that he's glad he caught Rebecca and starts to eye her from top to bottom. Rebecca smiles and giggles, holding the microphone up to Vince, as he looks around. Vince says that he sat in his office and watched what transpired earlier in the show between his four wrestlers that will be going to Atlanta this Sunday night. Vince tells Rebecca that all four men will settle their differences at BACKLASH but, tonight, they will still be in action. Vince announces that Sabu will take on Chavo Guerrero and Balls Mahoney will face Matt Striker in a non-title match in the main event. Vince walks off-screen as Rebecca is left standing in the middle of the picture. (2) Ariel vs. Michelle McCool Michelle McCool returned to action this week after injuring her arm in her first match in ECW. Ironically, she one again faced off against the woman who injured her - Ariel. McCool came out quickly this time around, shocking Ariel and the London crowd. Ariel was taken aback so much, that she resorted to choking McCool, causing the disqualification. After the referee rang the bell, Ariel still had the chokehold locked on. The referee forced Ariel off of Michelle and got her out of the ring as McCool sat in the corner, gasping for air. Michelle McCool defeated Ariel by disqualification in 3:23. Rating: -1/2* In a secluded section of the hallway, backstage, Chavo Guerrero and Matt Striker are seen speaking. They are both in their ring attire, and Striker has the ECW World Title draped over his shoulder. He tells Chavo that tonight they have the opportunity to help each other out before BACKLASH. Striker says that if Chavo can do a number on Sabu, then Striker will have a better chance of retaining the title. He says that he'll do what he can to get the better of Balls Mahoney before his Table Death Match with Guerrero this Sunday. The two shake hands, generating boos from the crowd, before walking away in separate directions. In the rear of the arena, Charlie Haas is seen walking towards the exit leading into the parking lot. He has a disappointed look on his face as he is stopped by Rebecca. She asks Haas about signing with ECW and taking time off after WrestleMania. Haas, who is visibly upset, sighs and takes a deep breath before answering. He tells Rebecca that he signed with ECW for the chance to do something new, and that he felt held back while he was on RAW. As for taking time off after WrestleMania, Haas says that he did it to take a closer look on at his options before making a decision to return to the ring. Haas says that he put his body on the line at WrestleMania and in the process won the right to a title match of his choosing at any time until September 1st. Haas says that WrestleMania was where he decided he was going to change his career, but he's just waiting for the right moment to cash everything in. As Haas walks away from Rebecca, he is confronted by Nicky, who is dressed in his green and white Spirit Squad attire. Nicky says that Haas' hopes of changing his career are going to be put on hold, just like they were last week when he pinned Haas during the tag team match. Nicky says that even with Shelton Benjamin on his side, Haas wasn't able to beat him. Nicky says that he doesn't think Haas would be able to beat him one on one, either, and challenges Haas to a match next week. Nicky laughs loudly in Haas' face before turning and walking off-screen. Haas' eyes narrow as he looks into the direction that Nicky left. Vince McMahon is seen walking down the hallway, heading towards the locker room of ECW World Champion, Matt Striker when he is confronted by Val Venis. Venis is in his dress attire, as he has the night off this evening. Val tells Vince that he wants to make a better name for himself in ECW... and since he hasn't won a match since moving over, he feels that he hasn't been given the chance to do that. Vince tells Val that there's nothing he can do for him this week, as the pay-per-view has been set since last week. Vince says that he has, in fact, given Val four chances to prove his worth. He says that Val just hasn't taken those chances and made anything out of them. However, Vince says that he's feeling pretty good tonight, and tells Val that next week he will take on the loser of the ECW World Title match. Vince walks away leaving Val with a small smile on his face. (3) Chavo Guerrero vs. Sabu Chavo Guerrero was given an idea earlier in the evening by Matt Striker. One that would ultimately help Striker retain the ECW World Title Sunday at Backlash. However, the number one contender had other ideas. Sabu showed the crowd on London why he is challenging for the title his Sunday night... even taking out Vickie Guerrero who decided to interfere in favor of his nephew. Sabu picked up the victory after a Springboard DDT, giving him a good leg's up heading into his title match at Backlash. Sabu pinned Chavo Guerrero after the springboard DDT in 5:45. Rating: *** ½ [Vickie Guerrero interfered against Sabu.] Matt Striker is seen heading down the hallway, towards the stage entrance, when he is confronted by a smiling Vince McMahon. McMahon tells Striker that, to-date, he is the longest reigning champion on either brand. This makes Striker smile and the crowd boo. Vince says that he saw Sabu's win over Chavo but tells Striker not to be too concerned with the outcome. Striker says he's not worried, because he's the smartest man in ECW and will be the champion for a long time to come. McMahon smiles and nods, but says nothing. Then, his smile fades and his eyes narrow as McMahon tells Striker that, if he doesn't retain the title this Sunday at Backlash, all the assistance Vince has given him will be gone with a snap of a finger. Vince walks away leaving Striker stunned. (4) Balls Mahoney vs. © Matt Striker (non-title match) Matt Striker came into this match with a lot on his mind, after the confrontation he had with Vince McMahon moments before the match. In an attempt to ease his mind, Chavo Guerrero came to the ring, hoping to get into the mind of Balls Mahoney. However, Sabu also found his way to ringside, evening the score. The referee decided he had seen enough as Sabu entered the ring and broke up a pin attempt by Striker, calling for the disqualification. After the match, all four men brawl in the center of the ring, inciting a riot in the arena. Officials rush to the ring and are able to pull them apart after a few minutes of struggling. Non-Title Match: Matt Striker and Balls Mahoney battled to a double disqualification in 10:19. Rating: ** ½ [Chavo Guerrero interfered against Balls Mahoney.] [Sabu interfered against Matt Striker.] CARD RATING: ** 1/2 TV RATING: 2.4 ATTENDANCE: 32,433 |
| lazy_duck | Posted on 06/18/07 at 22:29:18 I like the Striker/Sabu feud. I think that may be the match of the night at Backlash. Guerrero should have no problem with Balls Mahoney but this is ECW so anything can happen. I like Harry Smith in ECW look foward to see what you do with him. Everything seem to be coming together for all three of the brands, good work! LD |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 06/18/07 at 23:31:13 Thanks for the comments! I, too, am really liking how the ECW portion of Backlash is shaping up. I think overall, this could be the best PPV (booking wise) I've run this "TNM" year. We'll see what happens, though. |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 07/06/07 at 04:52:47 5/1/07 Birmingham-Jefferson Civic Center - Birmingham, AL The show begins with a short recap of the two ECW matches from Sunday night's Backlash event. ECW World Champion, Matt Striker makes his way down to the ring, showing slight bruising on his face from the Chairshot Survival Match against Sabu. Striker says that he put his life and career on the line, Sunday night, and once against walked out of the ring as the ECW World Champion. He claims that no one on the ECW roster can beat him and take this title away from him. Striker gives credit to Sabu for beating him by submission - which brings on a chant of "You tapped out!" by the crowd - but says that he didn't have what it took to pin Striker's shoulders to the canvas. This brings out ECW general manager, Vince McMahon, who tells Striker that he may have kept the title at Backlash, but he didn't win the match. McMahon tells Striker that he has one more chance to prove that he's worth Vince's time and effort. Vince tells Striker that tonight, he will be defending the ECW World Title in an Extreme Rules match against Sabu. (1) Kenny vs. Chuck Palumbo Chuck Palumbo officially made his debut on ECW tonight, showing an impressive display of power at the end of the match. As Kenny went for a flying cross body block, Palumbo caught Kenny and connected with a running powerslam! The crowd was behind Palumbo for most of the match and he acknowledged them all as he made his way back to the ring. Chuck Palumbo pinned Kenny after a running powerslam in 9:04. Rating: * ¾ Backstage, Rebecca interviews Chavo Guerrero. She asks how it felt to defeat an ECW original in a match that was made to fit the "extreme" style of ECW. Chavo says that he knew the odds were going to be stacked against him at Backlash... but that it is obvious he came out on top in the Tables Match against Balls Mahoney. He says that it didn't matter what kind of match he was put into Sunday night. Chavo calls Balls Mahoney overweight and past his prime, and says that Mahoney had no chance of beating him Sunday night. Rebecca then mentions the fact that Chavo is favoring his left side. Chavo says that, for almost an hour, he tried whatever he could to put Balls Mahoney through a table with countless elbow drops. He says that he was checked out by the trainer after the show and was told he has bruised rips and will be out of action for two weeks. As he and Vickie Guerrero walk away from Rebecca, they are confronted by Stevie Richards. Stevie smiles and looks over Guerrero before saying that he's an ECW original, as well. He asks Chavo if he thinks Stevie is past his prime. Chavo narrows his brow and walks away from Richards as he begins to chuckle under his breath. (2) Nicky vs. Jim Duggan The arena was quite silent for this match as most of the fans went to concessions. Those who left missed an odd occurrence on the part of "Hacksaw"... as he resorted to hitting Nicky with the 2x4 he brought to the ring with him. The shot to the skull made Nicky more vulnerable to Old Glory, as Duggan was able to pick up the victory. Jim Duggan pinned Nicky with the Old Glory in 15:11. Rating: -1/4* A recap of both the ECW World Title Match and the Tables Death Match are shown. Following that, Rebecca is once again backstage... this time with Balls Mahoney. He tells Rebecca that he heard for Chavo Guerrero had to say a little bit ago, and that it doesn't matter what Guerrero said. Mahoney admits to being overweight, and says he's been that way for quite some time. He disagrees with the notion that he's "past his prime" and says that he can take on anyone in any match, anywhere. All he needs is an opponent. Ken Kennedy walks up to Mahoney and says that he overheard him saying he needed a match. Kennedy says that he's been sitting in the back for a couple weeks, itching to get his first taste of ECW. Kennedy challenges Mahoney to a Falls-Count-Anywhere match next week. (3) Stevie Richards vs. Jimmy Wang Yang After the match, as Richards was celebrating the victory, Chavo Guerrero appeared on-stage, clapping his hands in applause for Richard's win. Richards motions for Chavo to come to the ring, but quickly grabs his side in agony, causing the crowd to boo. Stevie Richards pinned Jimmy Wang Yang with the Stevie-T in 8:10. Rating: ** ¾ In the back, Charlie Haas tells Shelton Benjamin that he plans on keeping a very close eye on the ECW World Title match, tonight. Shelton asks him why, and Haas tells him that it's personal and something he doesn't care to get into. Haas says that he has in his possession, something that could change the face of ECW for any time to come. (4) Sabu vs. © Matt Striker (ECW World Title Match) Once again, Sabu and Matt Striker put on a wonderful match that grabbed the crowd's attention throughout! The challenger and champion gave punishment to each other for close to 20 minutes; at point the crowd saw Sabu put Striker through the announcer's table with a leg drop! At the end of the match, Sabu hit a DDT, followed by the Triple Jump Moonsault to win the ECW World Title!!! [Extreme Rules; ECW World Title Match]: Sabu pinned Matt Striker with the Triple Jump Moonsault in 16:05. Rating: **** ½ (Sabu won the ECW World Title.) After the match, as Sabu was celebrating with fellow "originals", Balls Mahoney and Stevie Richards... Vince McMahon came out to the ring with a look of sheer disappointment on his face. Striker slowly gets to his feet and is stunned to see Vince standing at ringside. Striker lowers his head in shame as Vince tells him that he had given Striker every opportunity to retain the ECW World Title. But, for the past few weeks, Vince had noticed that Striker no longer acted like championship material... so he decided to give Striker one more chance. Vince said that if Matt Striker didn't want to be ECW Champion, then he didn't want Vince's help. Therefore, Vince says that, effective immediately, he will give up control over ECW... and will name his predecessor next week. Card Rating: *** TV Rating: 2.3 Attendance: 18,083 |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 07/19/07 at 14:02:42 05/08/07 Mellon Arena - Pittsburgh, PA "Famous" by Puddle of Mudd plays as the ECW introduction shows on-screen. Following the introduction a video is shown of the ECW World Title Match from last week. Once the video ends, Joey Styles and Tazz welcome the crowd to Pittsburgh and announce that Super Crazy will be making his ECW debut tonight, taking on 16-Time World Champion, Ric Flair. {2:30} Matt Striker interrupts the commentary, coming out to the ring with a microphone. He looks battered from his match with Sabu last week, and the crowd reminds him that he lost the ECW World Title match last week. Angry and annoyed, Striker says he believes it was planned that he would lose the title to Sabu last week. He claims that Vince McMahon was never really behind him as champion; that it was obvious by the fact that McMahon would find a way to have him lose the belt. Striker says that McMahon ultimately won and now ECW is without the greatest champion it's ever seen. Striker is interrupted by Charlie Haas who comes out to the ring to a mixed reaction from the crowd. He tells Striker that he's the only person to blame for losing the ECW title last week. Haas says that it shouldn't matter whether or not Vince was behind Striker as champion; that a lot of people weren't behind him during his time with the belt... but that it didn't stop him from consistently walking out of the ring with the belt around his waist. Haas says that Striker just didn't have what it took to beat Sabu in his jungle - an Extreme Rules Match. Haas says that, had he wanted to take the opportunity, he would've beaten Striker for the title, himself. Striker tells Haas he should've signed a contract earlier then he did after WrestleMania, or the belt might be around his belt, tonight. The two men are interrupted by the sound of Shane McMahon's music, much to the shock of the Pittsburgh crowd. McMahon appears outside the entrance in a suit, with a microphone in hand. McMahon tells the crowd that he was two announcements to make, starting with one that will impact ECW as soon as tonight. He says that tonight, in the main event, Charlie Haas will take on Matt Striker in a standard rules match. Infuriated by the announcement, Striker asks Shane what makes him think that he can show up and make matches off the bat. McMahon smiles and says that, as of this morning, he is the new owner and general manager of the ECW brand. This causes the Pittsburgh crowd to go crazy and Striker's jaw drops in shock. Shane says that he will say no more about it, and that the match is still on, before walking away. Haas smiles at Striker before he leaves, as well. {12:30} Super Crazy vs. "The Nature Boy" Ric Flair Super Crazy made his in-ring debut tonight, and in impressive style, snuck a victory away from "The Nature Boy", reversing a bodyslam into a roll up for the victory. The crowd seemed to have enjoyed this match, seeing the two different wrestling styles between the two men. Super Crazy pinned Ric Flair after a small package in 15:23. Rating: *** After the match, Flair gets up and offers to shake Super Crazy's hand. The two shake hands and Flair pats him on the back before leaving the ring. {0:10} In the back, Rebecca DiPietro interviews new general manager Shane McMahon. McMahon says that he has some plans for the ECW brand. He says that ECW will be driven in a new direction now that his father is no longer in the driver's seat. Shane says that his plans will begin to take effect next week and will better the brand as a whole. Before Shane walks away Ken Kennedy appears on-screen and introduces himself. He tells Shane that he has some plans of his own here in ECW. Turning towards the camera, Kennedy says that when he signed with the WWE, he was forced to sit on the sidelines on Smackdown and watch other people get the chances he knew he deserved. He said he couldn't stand not getting the attention he deserved, so he decided to sign with ECW. Kennedy says that ECW had always been in the back of his mind, as a place to make a name for himself. He says that's exactly what he's going to do tonight, when he takes on Balls Mahoney in an Extreme Rules match. Chavo Guerrero (w/Vickie Guerrero) vs. "Bulldog" Harry Smith Chavo Guerrero and Harry Smith put on one helluva match, here tonight, going just less then 30 minutes! Smith found himself with the chance to win the match very often throughout the match, but for one reason of another, he couldn't put Chavo away. Vickie Guerrero also played a part in keeping Chavo from losing, putting herself in the match on various occasions. The end came - with both men exhausted - after Chavo hit a shoulder block and Smith couldn't muster the energy to kick out. This left the crowd stunned and in shock of the result. Chavo Guerrero defeated Harry Smith via pinfall in 29:59. Rating: *** 1/4 After the match, Chavo and Vickie leave the ring as Harry Smith slowly gets to his feet. As Chavo and Vickie make their way up the aisle, Stevie Richards appears, holding his side - in a mocking manner - getting a cheer from the crowd. Visibly angry, Chavo gets into Richards' face and the two begin to share words. Richards laughs and is shoved by Chavo. Richards nods his head and smirks before suddenly connecting with a stiff right hand, knocking Guerrero to the ground. The crowd cheers wildly as Richards looks at Vickie before walking away. Backstage, Balls Mahoney is with Rebecca DiPietro. He says that, at Backlash, he went through hell against Chavo Guerrero in the Table Death Match. He says that he's been putting his body on the line for this business for years, and will continue to do it because it's what he loves. He says he won't be surprised when Ken Kennedy chooses not to have another Extreme Rules match during his time with the ECW brand. Mahoney promises to show Kennedy that ECW isn't as easy as it may seem. Coming back from commercials, Charlie Haas is seen talking to Shelton Benjamin, backstage. Matt Striker appears and tells Charlie Haas to never embarrass him like Haas did earlier in the show. Haas smiles and says that Striker shouldn't hold his breath, and reminds him that their match is coming up soon. Extreme Rules Match Ken Kennedy vs. Balls Mahoney (w/Francine) Balls Mahoney made good on his promise of beating Ken Kennedy tonight, however, there was very little use of the "Extreme Rules" stipulation. The crowd was still into the match, as both men gave each other everything they had, but the fans wanted to see what they've come to expect from ECW... tonight, they just didn't see it. Mahoney picked up the win with the Nutcracker Suite. Balls Mahoney pinned Ken Kennedy with the Nutcracker Suite in 11:19. Rating: *** ¾ Backstage, the ECW roster is seen huddled together - some seated in metal chairs, others standing in the back - talking amongst themselves. Shane McMahon walks in, causing the group to stop talking and look oddly in the new GM's direction. Like earlier in the program, Shane announces that he has some new plans in mind for the ECW brand, and that he wanted to inform the entire roster at once of his decisions. Shane says that his ideas will better the company as a whole... but that he isn't ready to discuss in detail most of the plans. He does, however, tell the roster that next week a tournament will begin to crown the first-ever ECW Television Champion. Shane says that as the weeks go by, he will begin to unveil more details on what his plans are for the brand. Shane thanks everyone for their time and leaves the room. Charlie Haas vs. Matt Striker This match started slowly, which didn't get the crowd into it very much. And, with the hopes of changing the reaction of the fans, the match ended before it could. Striker cost himself the match after losing his temper with the referee, and shoving the official down, giving Haas the DQ victory. Charlie Haas defeated Matt Striker by disqualification in 7:06. Rating: ** After the match, Haas rolled out of the ring and celebrated his victory as Striker continued to argue with the referee. Joey Styles and Tazz thank the audience for tuning in as the show goes off the air. Card Rating: ** ¾ Attendance: 9,265 **UPDATE: Rob Conway (Smackdown!) has quit, effective immediately. ** |
| shapy | Posted on 07/19/07 at 19:22:49 the world title picture is becoming interesting...especially considering the guys invovled with it...glad to see sabu get some props finally....i like angle with chavo and the originals...though i'm thinking chavo should be getting prepped for the world title soon maybe? shane taking vince's place is always better than vince taking shane's.... |
| Lazy | Posted on 07/20/07 at 04:58:55 Can't go wrong with Shane at the helm, Striker can't seem to buy a win now. I'm sure it's a temporary thing, Good card |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 08/15/07 at 05:10:57 5/15/07 1st Mariner Arena - Baltimore, MD "Famous" by Puddle of Mudd plays in the background as a recap of last week's show is given. Once the video ends, Joey Styles and Tazz welcome everyone to the program, and say that tonight, neither one of them know what is going to happen as Shane McMahon has said he is going to have an announcement to kick off the show. {1:11} As if on cue, Shane McMahon's music begins to play causing some of the crowd to rise and applaud while others stay seated. Shane comes out to the ring in a business suit, with a microphone in his hand. He enters the ring and looks around the arena, soaking in the scene. Shane McMahon: "Last week, I made an announcement to the men and women backstage that there would be a tournament to determine the first-ever Television Championship. Well, tonight, right here in Baltimore, that tournament is going to take place! The first four matches of the tournament will take place this evening, and the tournament will continue until there is a new TV Champion." The crowd gives Shane a fair reaction, anticipating the action in the TV Tournament. Shane McMahon: "Also, in tonight's main event, ECW Champion Sabu will be in action. He will take on Chuck Palumbo in a non-title match. And... tonight, I will also reveal a little more of my plans for what I want to do with Extreme Championship Wrestling. Thank you, and enjoy the show." Shane leaves the ring as ECW goes to commercials. {11:40} Television Tournament - Round One "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan vs. Derek Neikirk "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan and Derek Neikirk started off the TV Tournament with a very impressive match that went very close to the time limit. Neikirk had the advantage for most of the match, has he worn down "Hacksaw" at the beginning of the match. However, Duggan was able to fight back and kick out of two Round Trips and hit the Old Glory for the victory, and the chance to advance into the second round. Jim Duggan pinned Derek Neikirk with the Old Glory in 22:49. Rating: ** ¾ After the match, Joey Styles and Tazz voice over as a preview for Smackdown's Judgment Day pay-per-view is shown. Backstage, Ken Kennedy is shown with Rebecca DiPietro. Rebecca DiPietro: "Ken Kennedy. Last week, right here on ECW, you lost to Balls Mahoney in an Extreme Rules Match. How do you feel tonight, and what are your plans?" Ken Kennedy: "Listen to me, Rebecca! I know there's going to be a lot of people in this company that are you going to say that I don't belong in ECW. There are going to be some that snicker and laugh, thinking that I'm in a brand where I have no reason to be a part of. But, the truth is, all those nay-sayers and critics can kiss my ass! Last week, you're right, I did lose to Balls Mahoney. I'm a man's man, so I know where to give credit when it's due. Therefore, Mahoney... congratulations on your victory last week. But, you can be for certain that it's the last time you'll ever beat Ken Kennedy! You are nothing but a road block in my path to the ECW World Title. Right here, right now, I can promise you, there is nothing that's going to stop Missssssssssster Kennnnnnnnnnnnedy!" Kennedy stares into the camera before abruptly walking away as ECW fades to commercials. Television Tournament - Round One "Bulldog" Harry Smith vs. Chavo Guerrero (w/Vickie Guerrero) Chavo Guerrero and Harry Smith battled each other to decide who would be moving to the second round of the Television Title Tournament, in a match that capture the crowd's attention at every turn! These two fought for just over half an hour! Neither the frogsplash or the Stampede Powerslam could put their opponents away. Even interference from Vickie Guerrero - twice - wasn't able to give Guerrero the victory. However, it was a sign of fatigue that allowed the match to end. Smith went to bodyslam Guerrero, but it was reversed into a small package for the victory. Chavo Guerrero pinned Harry Smith after a small package in 30:35. Rating: *** ½ After the match, Chavo quickly slid out of the ring as he and Vickie made their way backstage. Inside the ring, Harry Smith sits up, frustrated by losing his chance at advancing. Backstage, after the match, Rebecca DiPietro is with Stevie Richards. Rebecca DiPietro: "Stevie, tonight you've bee selected to take part in the Television Title tournament. With your short history with Chavo Guerrero and seeing him advance to the second round, how does it feel to know that you may be facing him later in the tournemant?" Stevie Richards: "The history between Chavo and I is pretty short-lived, Rebecca. But, you know as well as anyone else... this is ECW. Extreme Championship Wrestling! Chavo Guerrero might've come over here from Smackdown after WrestleMania, and that's fine with me. But, when he starts complaining about the pain his body is going through, that's when I start thinking to myself that he's not really "extreme". Now, I know there's a chance of us meeting in the tournament, and I hope we do... because, whether or not the title is on the line, I will show Chavo Guerrero what ECW is all about!" Richards walks away from the scene changes. In another area of the back, Chuck Palumbo is seen, standing alone... Chuck Palumbo: "Later tonight, I am being given the opportunity of a lifetime. Shane McMahon has seen something in the short time that I've been with ECW, and is allowing me to face Sabu right here, in Baltimore. I know tonight's match isn't a title match, but I will give my all and hope for the best." Palumbo stares into the camera as the scene fades. Television Title Tournament - Round One Tommy Dreamer vs. Shelton Benjamin Tommy Dreamer had quite the challenge tonight as he had to take on Shelton Benjamin AND Mama Benjamin. Dreamer showed that he still had a little more gas in the tank, even fighting off Mama Benjamin throughout the match. In the quickest of the matches so far, Dreamer picked up the victory with the Dreamer DDT. Tommy Dreamer pinned Shelton Benjamin with the Dreamer DDT in 6:40. Rating: ** ½ After the match, ECW World Champion Sabu is seen entering the arena with the title draped over his shoulder. Tazz and Joey Styles discuss the feeling of seeing someone with such a long history in ECW with the title now that Matt Striker has been taken off the ladder. Shane McMahon's music welcomes everyone back from commercials as the new owner and GM makes his way down to the ring. Tazz and Joey Styles question what he's going to tell the crowd. McMahon gets into the ring and grabs a microphone... Shane McMahon: "Well, it's good to see that we've had ourselves some good action, here tonight. I'm glad to see that everyone in this tournament is trying to do their best... and so far, it's shown. But, I think I've come up with an idea that's going to bring ECW back to the following this company once had. Therefore, I am out here tonight, to inform the roster and everyone all you fans that, starting next month, ECW will be moving to a Saturday night timeslot right here on ECW. I am making this move so that I can bring ECW back to how the fans remember it. Starting next month, this will not be the cookie-cutter brand that my father ran for the past few months. That much, I can promise you! Thank you for your time and enjoy the rest of the show." McMahon leaves the ring as the crowd begins to cheer. Television Title Tournament - Round One Match: Jimmy Wang Yang vs. Stevie Richards Jimmy Wang Yang and Stevie Richards battled it out to se who would take the final spot in the second round. Wang showed his lack of experience taking on the ECW veteran, giving Richards plenty of opportunities to gain victory. Stevie did, indeed, keep his promise of moving to the the next round after pinning Yang with the Stevie-T. Stevie Richards pinned Jimmy Wang Yang with the Stevie-T in 15:39. Rating: ** ¾ Non-Title Match: Chuck Palumbo vs. © Sabu Chuck Palumbo came into looking to make a name for himself with the roster of ECW. Tonight, he showed that he has the talent to hang with the best ECW has to offer... by taking the ECW World Champion to the brink. However, the champion was able to turn it around and connect with the Triple Jump Moonsault for the victory. Sabu pinned Chuck Palumbo with the Triple Jump Moonsault in 16:22. Rating: * ¾ CARD RATING: ** ½ ATTENDANCE: 7,775 |
| blslivewire | Posted on 08/15/07 at 20:30:24 22 minutes of Jim Duggan and only 6 minutes of Shelton Benjamin, that's extremely cruel lol. Especially veering this close to Philly. |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 08/16/07 at 03:32:27 That's how it goes sometimes *shrugs* That's all I can say |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 09/01/07 at 21:45:53 ECW on Sci-Fi 05/22/07 Wells Fargo Arena - Des Moines, IA -- "ECW on Sci-Fi" entrance with "Famous" by Puddle of Mudd -- A video is shown highlighting the matches from last weeks Telelvision Title Tournament. -- Shane McMahon is in the ring to start the program. He announces that tonight, the second set of matches in the TV Title tournament will take place tonight. He also announces a Number One Contenders match between Charlie Haas and Balls Mahoney to determine who will face Sabu for the ECW World Title on the first edition of ECW Mayhem on June 9th. [Commercial] Val Venis & Ric Flair defeated Nicky & Kenny when R. Flair pinned Nicky with the Figure-Four Leglock in 3:37. Rating: ** 1/4 -- Backstage, Balls Mahoney confronts ECW Champion, Sabu and asks him what better way to bring in the new era of ECW with two Originals battling for the World Title on Mayhem in two weeks. Charlie Haas walks up and tells Mahoney that he shouldn't start looking into the future, because he's not going to like it. Haas says he is the rightful #1 Contender... and even if he loses, he can get a shot whenever he wants one. Television Title Tournament Match: Tommy Dreamer defeated Chavo Guerrero (w/Vickie Guerrero) by disqualification in 13:03. Chavo Guerrero suffered an elbow injury. He will be out for approximately 3 cards. Rating: * 3/4 [Vickie Guerrero interfered against Tommy Dreamer.] [Commercial] Television Title Tournament Match: Stevie Richards and Jim Duggan battled to a double countout in 11:16. Rating: -3/4* -- A preview for WWE One Night Stand is shown. -- Backstage, Shane McMahon tells ECW Vixens Ariel and Michelle McCool that they will be taking part in the One Night Stand pay-per-view. And, that, they will be the only ones from ECW in Jacksonville. #1 Contenders Match (ECW Title): Charlie Haas made Balls Mahoney (w/Francine) submit to the Haas of Pain in 1:33. Rating: ** [Ken Kennedy interfered against Balls Mahoney.] CARD RATING: * ATTENDANCE: 9,716 [hr] *WWE NEWS: Super Crazy (ECW), Matt Hardy (SD) & Montel Vontavious Porter (RAW) re-signed contracts; Sylvan (SD) did not resign.* |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 09/09/07 at 15:14:21 ECW on Sci-Fi 05/29/07 Labatt Centre - London, Ontario, CN -- The ECW intro is shown as "Famous" by Puddle of Mudd plays. -- Highlights are shown from from the second round of Television Title tournament matches, as well as the #1 Contenders Match for the ECW World Title. -- At ringside, Joey Styles informs the crowd that Chavo Guerrero injured his arm in his tournament match last week. Styles says that Guerrero was scheduled to return to action around the end of June, but over the weekend, decided to not resign his contract with ECW/WWE... there, Tommy Dreamer is the new Television Champion by default. (1) Super Crazy pinned Jimmy Wang Yang with the Moonsault in 14:00. Rating: ** 1/4 [Commercials] -- In the ring, Shane McMahon announces that there will not be a TV Champion declared on basis of default. McMahon announces that tonight, in the main event, there will be a Triple Threat Match to determine Tommy Dreamer's opponent next week on the first edition of ECW Mayhem from Lisbon, Portugal. -- Backstage, Charlie Haas tells Rebecca DiPietro that he has every intention of walking out of Lisbon as the new ECW World Champion. He says that being World Champions means that he will show he has what it takes to defeat whoever challenges him... whenever and wherever. (2) Kenny pinned Val Venis with the Flying Legdrop in 12:56. Rating: *** 3/4 -- Backstage, Balls Mahoney tells Rebecca DiPietro that he's glad Shane McMahon is giving him a chance to earn a spot against Tommy Dreamer for the TV Title. Balls says that bringing back the Television Title takes him back to the old days of ECW... and asks what better way to celebrate it's return then with a match between Balls Mahoney and Tommy Dreamer? [Commercials] -- A preview for One Night Stand is shown with "Look At Me Now" by Reveille in the background. (3) Triple Threat Match (Shot @ TV Title): Edge (w/Lita) defeated Harry Smith and Balls Mahoney (w/Francine) when Edge defeated B. Mahoney by countout in 13:03. Rating: ** 1/2 CARD RATING: *** ATTENDANCE: 5,551 [hr] *WWE NEWS: Scotty 2 Hott (SD) did not resign a contract.* |
| Mr. Ken Kennedy | Posted on 09/15/07 at 19:39:52 Well, it's better than the WWE's version of ECW, that's for sure |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 09/16/07 at 00:05:44 Wow! Thanks for the compliment. I'm glad you enjoyed it... hopefully I can keep the interest going. |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 09/28/07 at 01:54:05 ECW Mayhem 06/09/07 Liacouras Center - Philadelphia, PA -- Highlights are shown of the Triple Threat Match from last week's episode. {0:30} -- New ECW: Mayhem intro plays with "Fmaous" by Puddle of Mudd in the background. {0:45} -- Pryos shoot from the stage as Joey Styles and Tazz welcome everyone to the new two-hour program - ECW: Mayhem. Styles announces that they are on the campus of Temple University in Philadelphia. Tazz says that it's too bad they couldn't get the first Mayhem to take at his old stomping grounds - the ECW Arena. Tazz says he's looking forward to seeing the way Mayhem works for ECW. Joey Styles announces that ECW newcomer Montel Vontavious Porter will be in action again David Young, tonight. {4:55} -- Shane McMahon comes out to the ring and welcomes everyone to Mayhem, himself. McMahon says that his father would've never imagined giving ECW an additional hour... but, he's not Vince. Shane says he's glad to be bringing ECW to two hours, because there's talent on the roster that hasn't been utilized in the right way, and he promises to fix that. Shane also announces the departure of Charlie Haas from the ECW roster. The crowd groans as Shane says that by leaving, Haas has vacated his Golden Opportunity that he won at WrestleMania. However, says that the ECW World Title will be defended tonight... but in a Four-Corners, Random Gimmick Match. He says that the type of match will not be revealed until the bell rings. {7:05} [Commercials] (1) Mark Henry pinned Mike Sanders with the World's Strongest Slam in 10:10. Rating: ** 1/2 -- Backstage, Tommy Dreamer is seen with Rebecca DiPietro. Dreamer says that tonight is his chance to prove to the ECW fans that he may be getting up in years - age wise - but, he still has what it takes to be a force in professional wrestling. He says he watched Edge during his short stint on RAW, and acknowledges that the match is going to be hard. But, Dreamer says that he has history on his side, as well as the crowd in Philadephia.. and that anything short of walking out with the TV title will be considered failure. {5:10} -- Montel Vontavious Porter introduces himself to the ECW crowd, claiming that he is going to make his mark in the "Land of Extreme". {1:10} (2) Julio Dinero (w/Alexis Laree) pinned Nicky with the STO in 14:11. Rating: *** [Commercials] -- Joey Styles and Tazz discuss video footage, showing Shane and Vince McMahon inking the deal that would give Shane and the ECW brand their new 2-hour show on Saturday nights. {1:50} -- Backstage, Matt Striker tells Rebecca DiPietro that he has waited a long time to get back in the ECW World Title hunt. He says that he doesn't care how he got put into the match, but that all he cares about is walking out of Philadelphia with the title around his waist once again. He then questions why Super Crazy and Jim Duggan are in this match, saying that one of them hasn't proven himself in ECW, yet... and the other one is so old, he's just running on fumes. {4:20} (3) Montel Vontavious Porter defeated David Young by disqualification in 5:34. Rating: ** 1/2 -- Backstage, Edge and Lita speak to Rebecca. Edge says that just a few months ago, he was within days of becoming the Intercontinental Champion on RAW, but for reasons he can't speak about, wasn't able to fulfill that promise. He says that now, he's capable of doing whatever is necessary to win, because in the "Land of Extreme", he doesn't have to worry about crossing the line. He says he respects Tommy Dreamer, but his respect will not keep Edge from spearing Dreamer and winning the Television Title. {5:05} [Commercials] -- Backstage, Rebecca DiPietro attempts to get an interview with "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan. Duggan's only response to her questions are "Ho!" and "Tough Guy", getting amused reactions from the crowd. {1:55} (4) Vacant Television Title Match: Edge (w/Lita) pinned Tommy Dreamer with the Spear in 9:34. Rating: *** 1/4 [Commercials] -- A preview video is shown for RAW's Vengeance pay-per-view. {0:30} (5) Elimination Four-Corners Cross Match (ECW World Title): Sabu defeated Matt Striker, Super Crazy and Jim Duggan: x Sabu beat Striker in 21:58. x Sabu beat Crazy in 41:56. x Sabu beat Duggan in 58:52. Rating: ** 3/4 (Sabu retained the ECW World Title.) CARD RATING: ** 3/4 ATTENDANCE: 7,668 |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 10/16/07 at 02:08:50 ECW Mayhem 6/16/07 Comcast Center - College Park, MD [hr] - WWE Opening. - Hightlights of the ECW World Title Triple Threat Match are shown from last week's "Mayhem". - Mayhem Opening. - ECW Owner, Shane McMahon calls out ECW World Champion Sabu to the ring, and shows the highlight of his victory last week. McMahon then says that Sabu did the unthinkable, by defeating Jim Duggan, Super Crazy and Matt Striker in a match that he had little time to prepare for. McMahon congratulates Sabu on his title defense and announces that in the coming weeks, a new #1 Contender will be determined. [Break] - Backstage, as Sabu is walking to his dressing room, Julio Dinero attacks him from behind. Dinero continues his attack on the ECW World Champion as Alexis Laree screams encouragement to her man. As Sabu lays prone on the ground, Dinero tells the champion that the ECW title will be his. 1) Mark Henry pinned Super Crazy after hitting him with a fire extinguisher in 8:50. Rating: ** 1/2 [Jimmy Wang Yang interfered against Super Crazy.] - After the match, Jimmy Wang Yang shared a glance with Mark Henry, who acknowledged the help before leaving the ring. Yang stood at ringside side and stared at Super Crazy. - In the back, Tommy Dreamer tells Rebecca DiPietro that he was unable to anwser the final call - his chance at the Television Title - last week against Edge. He says that he'd worked long and hard to get to that title match, but when the time came, he couldn't get the job done. Dreamer thanked Shane McMahon for giving him one last chance to regain some of his past glory, but said that he would no longer be associated with Extreme Championship Wrestling. A sad and somber "Innovator of Violence" walked away, leaving Rebecca stunned. [BREAK] - Montel Vontavious Porter comes out to the ring, to a mixed reaction. He rolled footage from last week, of his victory over David Young. He then said that David Young was a nobody in professional wrestling, and that the match lasted as long as it did because "MVP" was rusty and wanted some ring time. He looked around the ring, smugly, and demanded that someone with more ability that David Young take on him from the ECW locker room. After a few minutes of silence, Shelton Benjamin appeared on the stage - alongside his Mama. MVP motioned for Benjamin to "bring it" and set up for a fight. Benjamin rushed down the ramp and slid into the ring as the official rang the bell. 2) Montel Vontavious Porter defeated Shelton Benjamin (w/Mama Benjamin) by disqualification in 9:52. Rating: * 1/4 [Mama Benjamin interfered against MVP.] - After the match, Shelton Benjamin grabbed Chad Patton and tried to plead his case. From behind, MVP attacked Benjamin and connected with the "Playmaker" in the center of the ring. MVP stared at Mama Benjamin as he left the ring to more mixed reactions. - Backstage, "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan told Rebecca DiPietro that it felt great to be in the main event last week, wrestling for the ECW World Title. He said that he'd never imagine that he'd be a main event Superstar at his age, especially after all the illnesses he's had to battle during his career. He promised to do whatever it takes to get himself one title before his career his over. [BREAK] - Coming back from the break, a promotional video aired for RAW's Vengeance pay-per-view. - ECW Television Champion Edge - and Lita - are backstage with Rebecca DiPietro. Edge said that he felt no sympathy for Tommy Dreamer and his farewell speech earlier in the show. He said that Dreamer had his one final chance at glory and blew it... because he couldn't beat the "Xtreme One". Edge said that it didn't matter who was number one contender for his title. He said that he was the shocking choice to come into the TV title match, and that he looks forward to keeping the title for a very long time. Edge finished off saying that, in just a few minutes, he'd prove his worth as TV Champion in the ring. - Jim Duggan is seen walking toward his locker room, when he gets blindsided by Matt Striker. Striker knocked Duggan to the ground and landed kicks into "Hacksaw's" gut. Striker said that Duggan should've never been in the main event last week, and that if anyone deserves a title shot against Sabu it should be the man that held the belt before him. Striker walked off in a fit of rage as Duggan struggled for breath. 3) Non-Title Match: (c) Edge (w/Lita) pinned Erik Watts with the Spear in 9:03. Rating: **** - After the match, Lita grabbed the TV Title and celebrated with Edge inside the ring. [BREAK] - From his office, backstage, Shane McMahon announced that, during the break, he signed tonight's main event between Matt Striker and "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan. He also announced that, next week, Montel Vontavious Porter will take on Super Crazy in singles action. - Backstage, ECW World Champion Sabu is seen looking for Julio Dinero. Out of nowhere, Mark Henry attacked him from behind, Avalanching him onto the brick wall in the hallway. Henry stood over the fallen champion, laughing. 4) Matt Striker defeated Jim Duggan via pinfall in 14:19. Rating: 3/4* - After the match, with the crowd booing, Striker grabbed a microphone and said that he just gave proof why Jim Duggan is past his prime. Striker said that it's about time for him to be the teacher he once was when he was the top man in Extreme Championship Wrestling. [End] CARD RATING: ** ATTENDANCE: 6,462 |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 10/26/07 at 04:53:56 ECW: Mayhem 06/23/07 Montagne Center - Beaumont, TX - WWE Opening. - A video is shown from last week of Julio Dinero and Mark Henry both, attacking ECW World Champion, Sabu. - ECW Opening. - Joey Styles and Tazz welcome everyone to "Mayhem" from Beaumont, Texas. They announce that, later tonight, Super Crazy and MVP will face off, one on one, after the events that took place last week. Shane McMahon then comes to the ring and says that he has a decision to make, concerning who will face Sabu for the ECW World Title. Shane says that, last week, both Julio Dinero and Mark Henry attacked Sabu, but that they didn't really prove themselves in any certain way. Therefore, Shane says that he has signed both men to singles matches tonight. And, based on their performances, he will make a decision next week as to who the Number One Contender will be. Shane announces that Julio Dinero will be facing Val Venis, and that Mark Henry will be taking on Harry Smith. [Break] - Coming from commercials, a recap of Shane McMahon's statement is shown. After the clip, a live shot is shown of the backstage area, where Matt Striker is shown walking into Shane McMahon's office. -- In the ring, newcomer Chris Bosh grabs a microphone and tells the crowd that he is coming to Extreme Championship Wrestling to make a name for himself on the greatest stage of them all. He says that he was part of the greatest tag teams in Pro Wrestling Guerrilla, and that he will continue that success in the WWE, no matter what is thrown at him. 1) "Photogenic" Chris Bosh pinned Mike Sanders after a backslide in 11:35. Rating: * 1/2 - After the match, Chris Bosh slides out of the ring and celebrates his victory by mocking the crowd. In the ring, Mike Sanders smacks his hands against the canvas, upset over how the match ended. - Backstage, Super Crazy approaches Rebbecca DiPietro and begins to scream in Spanish. Rebbecca tries to ask him a question, but he walks away, screaming in Spanish. [Break] 2) Matt Striker defeated Kenny in 1:19. Rating: * 3/4 - After the match, the crowd booed Kenny as he stared at referee Jimmy Korderas. As Kenny left the ring, he stared at Matt Striker as Striker folded his arms and nodded his head. -- Backstage, Shelton Benjamin confronts Shane McMahon and says that he wants a piece of Montel Vontavious Porter after what he did last week. McMahon says he understands, but he can't give him the match this week, due to the fact that MVP is already in a match. McMahon says that next week, he will put them in a tag team match. Shane says that Shelton will team up with Super Crazy whereas MVP will team up with Jimmy Wang Yang. Shelton Benjamin walks away, satisfied with the match, when Shane is confronted by a smiling Matt Striker. Striker says that he wants another match against Kenny, next week. He says he wants to teach Kenny a lesson, and that he doesn't want Kenny to have the chance to get himself disqualified. Shane agrees, and says that Kenny did nothing to prove himself this week. Shane makes a no-disqualification match for next week. [Break] 3) Super Crazy defeated Montel Vontavious Porter when MVP passed out in the Pendulum Swing in 3:57. Rating: *** [Jimmy Wang Yang interfered against Super Crazy.] [Shelton Benjamin interfered against MVP.] - After the match, Super Crazy celebrates his victory, while holding the back of his head. He and Benjamin lock eyes with Jimmy Wang Yang as Yang makes his way to the back. - Backstage, Sabu tells Rebecca DiPietro that he did suffer some bruised ribs and a pulled muscle in his back from the attacks by Julio Dinero and Mark Henry last week. He assures her, and the ECW fans, that the injuries will not keep him from defending the ECW title against either of them. - A preview for RAW's "Vengeance" pay-per-view is shown. 4) Julio Dinero (w/Alexis Laree) pinned Val Venis with the STO in 11:31. Rating: *** 1/2 [Break] - Shane McMahon announces that, next week, "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan will take on Stevie Richards in a Number One Contenders Match, with the winner facing "The Xtreme Superstar" Edge for the ECW Television Title. 5) Mark Henry pinned Harry Smith after a flying bodypress in 15:49. Rating: ** 3/4 CARD RATING: *** ATTENDANCE: 3,996 [hr] NEXT WEEK: No-Disqualification Match: Matt Striker vs. Kenny Super Crazy & Shelton Benjamin vs. MVP & Jimmy Wang Yang #1 Contenders Match (TV Title): "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan vs. Stevie Richards #1 Contenders Match (ECW Title): Julio Dinero vs. Mark Henry |
| Some ARSEHOLE Stole My Gimmick | Posted on 10/26/07 at 05:23:26 My only question was: what happened to Charlie Haas' World title shot (didn't he win a tourney to be the #1 contender?) (or did he just leave your circuit? |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 10/26/07 at 13:47:26 He left a few weeks ago. Didn't resign a contract. But, the "Golden Opportunity" is still in the hands of Shane McMahon... and, I actually have some plans for it. |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 11/15/07 at 06:55:29 ECW Mayhem June 30, 2007 Daniel-Meyer Coliseum Fort Worth, Texas [hr] (Joey Styles and Tazz welcome the audience to "Mayhem" live from the campus of Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, Texas. Tazz comments on the irony of a Christian college allowing ECW to hold a show on its campus without feeling morally wrong about it. Styles says that tonight, they're going to push the limits of "morality" with the line-up of matches. First, there will be a tag team match where Super Crazy and Shelton Benjamin will be taking on MVP and Jimmy Wang Yang. Tazz then announces that also tonight, Matt Striker has challenged Kenny to a "No-Disqualification" match that Kenny accepted before Mayhem came on the air. The commentary gets interrupted as Chris Bosh makes his way to the ring. Once inside the ring, he grabs a microphone and looks around the Coliseum, as the fans begin to boo him.) Chris Bosh: "You all can boo me for as long as you want. None of it will change the fact that, last week, I proved that you don't have to have the biggest muscles in the world to win a wrestling match here in Extreme Championship Wrestling. I proved that I could beat one of the more well-rounded veterans on this roster without even breaking a sweat! And, all you people have to show for my victory is this piss-poor response! It doesn't matter to me because, I heard that earlier, Mike Sanders wanted to challenge me one more time, here tonight. Well, Mike, here I am... standing here all alone inside this ring. Obviously, you're smart enough to know that I'm accepting your challenge! So, why don't you bring your sorry ass down here so I can beat it one more time?" (Bosh drops the microphone as he gets ready for his opponent's entrance. However, Shane McMahon's music plays as the ECW owner appears on-stage, much to the surprise of the crowd in attendance.) Shane McMahon: "Chris, now I know you've been waiting to get into the ring with Mike Sanders, here tonight. However, I am here to announce that, due to reasons that are beyond my control - or his - Mike Sanders will NOT be appearing here, tonight. But, Chris, I assure you, you have a match, as I have a suitable replacement... " (Shane steps aside as "Bulldog" Harry Smith's music begins to play as the crowd begins to cheer. Bosh stands in the center of the ring - his arms folded at his chest, nodding - as he watches Smith walk down the ramp and enter the ring. The referee rings the bell.) Chris Bosh pinned Harry Smith after a schoolboy cradle in 4:49. Rating: ** 1/4 (Mike Sanders no-showed.) (After the match, Chris Bosh quickly slides out of the ring under the bottom rope as the fans boo loudly. Harry Smith angrily smacks his hands on the canvas out of disgust. Bosh smiles as he watches Smith's anger, pointing to his head. Bosh walks away - down the aisle - as the camera goes backstage where Rebecca DiPietro is with Kenny.) Rebecca: "Kenny, tonight, you have accepted Matt Striker's challenge for a No Disqualification match. After what took place last week, how do you feel going into this match with these stipulations?" Kenny: "Well, to tell you the truth, Rebecca, Matt Striker feels like he's on top of the world after beating me last week. Yeah, I got a little out of hand and I got disqualified for it. I know that Striker only set this match up so that, if he beats me, he can say he did it fair and square. Well, I'm standing here right now, and I'm telling everyone that's watching me right now, that there's no way I'm letting someone like Matt Striker get the best of me inside that ring tonight." (Kenny walks away as "Mayhem" goes to commercials.) COMMERCIAL BREAK (Mark Henry is shown entering the arena as "Mayhem" returns. As he walks through the hallway, Julio Dinero attacks him from behind, causing a mixed reaction from the crowd.) Joey Styles: "What the hell is Dinero doing, Tazz?" Tazz: "I don't know, Styles but, if he's trying to get the big man's attention, he sure got it!" (Dinero laughs as Henry slowly gets up to his feet before running off, out of sight.) Super Crazy & Shelton Benjamin defeated Montel Vontavious Porter & Jimmy Wang Yang when Super Crazy made MVP submit with the Pendulum Swing in 7:45. Rating: N/A (After the match, MVP is shown holding his lower back in pain as Super Crazy and Shelton Benjamin leave the ring, celebrating their victory. Jimmy Wang Yang is fuming, staring at Super Crazy in the corner of the ring...) (... backstage, Rebecca DiPietro is shown in a light blue top and black skirt which gets the men in the audience cheering...) Rebecca: "Ladies and gentlemen, allow me to introduce one of the ECW Originals, Stevie Richards!" (... Richards appears on-stage, next to Rebecca, in his ring gear. The die-hard fans cheer as he runs his hand through his hair, getting it out of his eyes...) Rebecca: "Stevie, tonight, you've got the chance to become number one contender for the Television Title, with a title shot against Edge at ECW's first pay-per-view, Hardcore Heaven on August 4th. How are you feeling this evening?" (... Richards smiles and nods his head before answering...) S. Richards: "To be completely honest with you, Rebecca, I couldn't be happier then I am right now. I know that my old friend Tommy Dreamer would've loved to hold that TV Title. But, it appears that the self-proclaimed "Xtreme Superstar", Edge, had what it took to take Tommy out for good. Well, I know tonight I have to get into the ring with "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan - a man that I respect; a man that I grew up watching when I was a child. Tonight, he wants what I want. However, Jim Duggan doesn't bleed ECW like Stevie Richards does. And, because of that, tonight... right here in Fort Worth, Texas... I will earn my chance to face Edge at Hardcore Heaven. And, on August 4th, I'll show Edge who the true "Xtreme Superstar" is." (... Richards smirks at the camera before walking off to a tremendous ovation from the crowd at ringside...) J. Styles: "Whoa! Tazz, I can't remember the last time I've seen that intensity out of Stevie Richards!" Tazz: "Styles, a lot of people look at Stevie Richards and are hardly intimidated. But, being a form ECW star myself, I've stepped into the ring with that man plenty of times. I've seen that intensity in his eyes before. I know what he's capable of when he sets his mind on something. Unfortunately, for "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan... he hasn't seen that intensity. And, I think that his lack of knowledge of Stevie Richards could cost him a Television Title match at Hardcore Heaven." (... the scene then changes to show Matt Striker exiting Shane McMahon's office and walking down the hallway...) Tazz: "What the hell is going on with Matt Striker and Shane McMahon, Styles?" J. Styles: "I have the slightest clue, Tazz. But, that's the second week in a row we've seen Striker coming in or going out of Shane's office..." (... "Mayhem" goes to commercials as the crowd begins to murmur...) COMMERICAL BREAK No-Disqualification Match: Kenny pinned Matt Striker with the Flying Legdrop in 9:35. Rating: **1/2 (The bell rings, signaling the end of the match as Kenny slides under the bottom rope holding his tailbone but, also celebrating his victory...) J. Styles: "Kenny wins the match! Tazz, that Flying Legdrop came out of nowhere!" Tazz: "You're damn right it did, Styles! Watching this match, I didn't think Kenny would have it in him to hit his finisher. After the beating Matt Striker was giving him, I sure as hell thought Striker had this match in the bag!" (... Kenny celebrates as he walks up the aisle. Inside the ring, the referee looks after Striker, who is shown holding his throat...) (... in the back, Television Champion Edge - with Lita - is seen entering the arena. He is dressed in casual clothes, and is carrying the TV Title over his shoulder...) [color blue] J. Style: "Tonight, we will find out who will be facing that man - right there - at ECW's first brand-only pay-per-view, Hardcore Heaven on August 4th!" Tazz: "It's going to be an interesting contrast of styles tonight, when ECW Original Stevie Richards steps into the ring with a 2x4-wielding "tough guy", "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan..." (... Edge and Lita walk past the camera as the screen begins to show a hype video for Smackdown's "Great American Bash" pay-per-view...) J. Styles: "And, speaking of upcoming pay-per-view events... on July 22nd, Smackdown presents the Great American Bash, live from the H.P. Pavilion in San Jose, California!" Tazz: "It should be interesting to see what comes out of Smackdown over the next month, leading up to the Bash." (... the promotional video ends as Rebecca DiPietro is shown backstage, once again getting cheers from the crowd...) Rebecca: "Ladies and gentlemen, my guest at this time is the second competitor in the Number One Contenders Match for the ECW Television Title... "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan..." (... Duggan appears on-screen, with his 2x4 over his shoulder. He looks around while biting his lip as Rebecca stares at him for a moment...) Rebecca: "Hacksaw... earlier tonight, your opponent - Stevie Richards - had some pretty interesting things to say about your match later tonight. Do you care to respond to any of those statements? J. Duggan: "Rebecca, I heard what Stevie said, and he's right. I may not bleed ECW like he does but, I do bleed good 'ole red, white, and blue! And, because of that... I will go into that ring tonight, like the American troops went into Iraq! And, just like our good guys overseas, I'm not going to leave that ring until the job is done, and this 'ole tough guy is the Number One Contender!" (... Duggan looks into the camera, holding his 2x4 in the air...) J. Duggan: "USA! USA! USA!" (... Duggan then walks away as the camera shows Rebecca standing still...) Tazz: "Did he just say what I think he said, Styles? I don't know if that plan's gonna work... because, if he's coming into this ring like the American troops, then there's no way..." J. Styles: "Tazz! Just stop right there. It's time for a commercial break. But, when we return here to Mayhem, we will see who wants a shot at Edge and the TV Title more: Steve Richards or "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan..." (... "Mayhem" goes to commercials as the camera pans the crowd inside the arena...) Commercial Break (Coming back from commercials a video is shown of Mark Henry, backstage...) M. Henry: "Julio Dinero, I hope you don't think that your little sneak attack earlier tonight was going to keep me away from the Number One Contenders match. Because, if that's what you're thinking, then you're poorly mistaken!" (... the video fades away into a promotional video for "Hardcore Heaven"...) J. Styles: "Well, Tazz, it looks like Mark Henry is ready for some payback here tonight! And, if he's able to exact it, we might have our number one contender to face Sabu at Hardcore Heaven." Tazz: "That's right, Styles. Hardcore Heaven - ECW's first brand-only pay-per-view of 2007 - will be on August 4th from the Tulsa Convention Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma. It's going to be off the chain, Styles!" J. Styles: "It certainly will be. And, right now, we will find out who will go to Hardcore Heaven with a title shot against "The Xtreme Superstar" Edge for the Television Title..." Jim Duggan pinned Stevie Richards with the Old Glory in 10:52. Rating: DUD (... the bell rings as Duggan is announced the winner. Stevie Richards is shown holding this throat from the Old Glory clothesline as Duggan celebrates in the ring. Out of the crowd at ringside, Edge jumps over the guardrail and slides into the ring, waiting...) J. Styles: "Tazz... it's Edge!" Tazz: "Don't turn around Hacksaw!" (... as Duggan turns towards the other side of the ring to continue his celebration, Edge runs full speed towards him, connecting with a Spear that flattens Duggan to the canvas. Edge stands over Duggan. "Mayhem" goes to commercials with the crowd booing Edge as Lita stands beside him, smiling and laughing...) Commercial Break (... as Mayhem returns, a video is shown of Edge Spearing Jim Duggan from moments ago. When the video ends, Duggan is shown getting medical attention in the backstage area. Out of nowhere, Edge bursts into the room, causing the ECW officials to freak out. They try to separate Edge from Duggan who looks like he wants a piece of the "Xtreme Superstar"...) Edge: "Duggan... I hope you realize what you're getting yourself into! You have no idea what I'm capable of doing inside that ring. Tonight, what you got was just a taste of what you'll get at Hardcore Heaven! Haha!" (... Edge leaves the room, laughing, as Duggan buckles over in pain, holding his abdomen. The scene goes back to ringside...) J. Styles: "Well, Tazz, it sure appears as if Edge has landed the first shot heading into the Television Title match at Hardcore Heaven. Do you think he's at an advantage, going up against someone of "Hacksaw's" age?" Tazz: "Styles, age doesn't really have a part to play in this match. I mean - yeah, sure - it's going to play a role but, the thing to remember is, Duggan wants a championship around his waist. It's something he's never had the opportunity to do in his career. And, the quicker he can get one, the better because, if he takes a few more Spears like he got tonight, his career could be cut short." J. Styles: "It'll be an interesting month here on Mayhem as that story is sure to unfold more as we head to Hardcore Heaven. But, heading into tonight's main event... earlier tonight, Julio Dinero attempted to attack Mark Henry as he was arriving here in Fort Worth, trying to get an upper hand and further his chances of walking out with a World Title Match against Sabu on August 4th." Tazz: "But, as we saw just a few moments ago, it appears the attack only angered the big man more... which, I think, doesn't bode well for Julio Dinero." Julio Dinero pinned Mark Henry after the Running Forearm Smash in 13:57. Rating: *** (... the bell rings as the Fort Worth crowd looks on in shock. Alexis Laree slides into the ring and jumps into Dinero's arms. The crowd doesn't know how to react as Dinero and Laree leave the ring, making their way up the aisle...) J. Styles: "I can't believe it! Julio Dinero is the Number One Contender for the ECW World Title! OH MY GOD!!!" (... Mayhem goes off the air as Henry slowly gets to his feet and looks at the referee in disgust.) [hr] Card Rating: ** Attendance: 144 Seriously, 144 people!? With the system I'm using, I'm just using whatever number they give me... so, I guess since it was a Christian College, not a lot of people wanted to come see ECW... [hr] Next Week 1) Super Crazy vs. Jimmy Wang Yang 2) MVP vs. Shelton Benjamin |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 12/02/07 at 13:03:21 ECW Mayhem July 7, 2007 River Center Arena Baton Rouge, Louisiana [hr] Dark Matches Amigo Suzuki pinned Val Venis with the Tobidashichuuichiro in 10:12. Rating: ** 1/4 Stevie Richards defeated Balls Mahoney by disqualification in 14:31. Rating: ** [hr] Live Broadcast A recap from last week's show starts the program, showing Julio Dinero defeating Mark Henry for the right to face Sabu for the ECW World Title. Then, a clip is shown of Jim Duggan defeating Stevie Richards for the right to face Edge for the Television Title before getting attacked by "The Xtreme Superstar", himself. The recap ends as "Famous" by Puddle of Mudd plays as pyrotechnics shoot off inside the arena. Joey Styles and Tazz welcome the TV audience to "Mayhem" and announce that tonight, MVP will take on Shelton Benjamin and Super Crazy will face Jimmy Wang Yang in singles action. The introduction is interrupted as Shane McMahon makes his way to the ring. He tells the crowd that last week was very exciting and full of surprises for the fans of ECW. He says that tonight should be no different as he is out to announce a double main event for tonight's program. McMahon says that he has noticed that the 30-day clauses in both champions' contracts have not been satisfied as of yet and, that is why he is out in the ring. McMahon announces that tonight, Edge will defend the Television Title against "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan in a Hardcore Rules Match... and that Sabu will put the ECW World Title on the line against Julio Dinero inside a steel cage! McMahon thanks the crowd and leaves the ring as the crowd continues to cheer. Backstage, Mike Sanders tells Rebecca DiPietro that he is still very angry over not getting his rematch with Chris Bosh last week... and that tonight, he wants to send a message to both Bosh and the man who attacked him last week - Harry Smith. Commercial Break Coming back from commercials, Mike Sanders is shown standing in the center of the ring, with a microphone. He calls out Chris Bosh and demands a rematch from last week. He tells the crowd in Baton Rouge that he will stay in the ring until he gets a response. He waits for a few moments and begins to get frustrated. He screams into the microphone for Chris Bosh to come out to the ring and fight him. As Sanders stares at the stage entrance, Bosh appears from the audience and slides into the ring, attacking Sanders from behind... Chris Bosh pinned Mike Sanders with the Maximum Bosh in 6:16. Rating: ¾* During the match, Mark Henry shocked the crowd by showing up at ringside. But, more surprisingly, he did nothing to interfere in the match. However, after the match, Henry slid into the ring and blindsided Chris Bosh, throwing him into the corner and connecting with an Avalanche before leaving the ring. Backstage, Montel Vontavious Porter tells Rebecca that he suffered a pulled back muscle from last week's tag team match. He winches in pain before promising to make Shelton Benjamin pay for that injury, later tonight. Also backstage, Television Champion Edge - and Lita - are shown entering the arena. Commercial Break Jimmy Wang Yang pinned Super Crazy with the Yang Time in 8:39. Rating: **** Backstage, Julio Dinero - with Alexis Laree - tells Rebecca that for the past few weeks, he's had to fight some of the biggest men in professional wrestling, and that he's been successful. He says that success has led him to face Sabu tonight, and it will lead him to becoming the new ECW World Champion. An ad for Smackdown's Great American Bash is shown. Shelton Benjamin (w/Momma Benjamin) made Montel Vontavious Porter submit to a surfboard in 15:41. Rating: *** [Momma Benjamin interfered against MVP.] Shelton Benjamin leaves the ring with his Momma as MVP is seen riving in pain on the canvas. Backstage, Jim Duggan tells Rebecca that he couldn't be happier having the chance to challenge Edge for the Television Title - his first title match as a member of ECW. Duggan says that he has his sights on winning the title, and giving the "Xtreme Superstar" a taste of his own medicine after Edge attacked Duggan last week. As Duggan walks away, Chris Bosh grabs Rebecca and demands a microphone. Bosh says that he doesn't know why Mark Henry was at ringside during his match earlier tonight. But, he says that if Mark Henry is pissed off about not beating Julio Dinero last week... Bosh will take care of Henry's problem next week on Mayhem. Commercial Break ECW Television Title - Hardcore Rules Match: Edge (w/Lita) pinned Jim Duggan with the Spear in 11:08. Rating: ** (Edge retained the ECW Television Title.) After the match, Lita brings the TV title into the ring as Edge celebrates in the ring. Edge kisses Lita in the center of the ring as the crowd boos. Backstage, Sabu is seen walking towards the entrance with the ECW World Title over his shoulder. Commercial Break ECW World Title - Steel Cage Match: Sabu defeated Julio Dinero (w/Alexis Laree) by escaping the cage in 20:17. Rating: *** ¾ (Sabu retained the ECW World Title.) Sabu is given the ECW World Title as he slowly gets to his feet on the outside of the ring. The crowd cheers wildly as Alexis Laree slides into the ring and checks on Julio Dinero. Out of nowhere, Mark Henry attacks Sabu from behind, throwing him into the cage. The crowd boos as Henry stands over Sabu and talks trash. CARD RATING: ** ½ ATTENDANCE: 3,230 [hr] WWE NEWS: Renewed Contracts: Harry Smith (ECW) - 10 cards Jim Duggan (ECW) - 26 cards Shelton Benjamin (ECW) - 26 cards Batista (SD!) - 26 cards Daivari (SD!) - 38 cards Finlay (SD!) - 24 cards Jamie Noble (RAW) - 38 cards Michelle McCool (RAW) - 52 cards The Miz (RAW) - 52 cards Christopher W. Anderson (SD!) - 24 cards Kelly Kelly (RAW) - 10 cards The Big Show (SD!) - 52 cards Bradley Jay (SD!) - 24 cards Vacant Contracts: Jazz (ECW) Shannon Moore (SD!) Stevie Richards (ECW) |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 12/12/07 at 14:15:27 ECW: Mayhem July 14, 2007 Pepsi Center Denver, Colorado [hr] Dark Matches: Jeff Hardy defeated Scott Lost by countout in 6:19. Rating: ** ¾ Test pinned Harry Smith with the Running Big Boot in 8:00. Rating: * ¾ [hr] Live Broadcast: * The show starts off with a recap highlighting the ECW World Title Cage Match between Sabu and Julio Dinero last week. * Shane McMahon comes out to the ring and announces a change to the ECW World Title picture on Mayhem. Shane says that, with the departure of Mark Henry from ECW, has forced him to rethink who should be number one contender, with a chance to face Sabu at Hardcore Heaven on August 4th, in Manchester, New Hampshire. Shane says that tonight he has signed a number one contenders match to determine who will challenge Sabu. He announces that the two participants will be Chris Bosh and ECW Television Champion, "The Xtreme Superstar" Edge. * Backstage, new ECW Diva, Ashe is shown in a small, black dress. She smiles and tells the crowd in Denver that she is looking forward to making her debut on Mayhem next week. * Ariel is shown in her ring attire, heading towards the ring. [Commercial Break] 1. - ARIEL vs. KELLY KELLY - Kelly Kelly takes Ariel down with a facerake. Kelly Kelly goes for a choke against the ropes, but Ariel blocks it. Ariel executes the Tornado DDT on Kelly Kelly. Ariel goes for the pin. Andrew Thomas counts: One, two, three! A few fans are cheering Ariel. Ariel pinned Kelly Kelly with the Tornado DDT in 4:24. Rating: -*** ¾ * Backstage, Chris Bosh is with Rebecca DiPietro. Bosh says that ever since he arrived in ECW, he has done nothing but be successful. He says that in his first month of action, he's already gone three-and-oh... and that tonight he is going to add a fourth straight victory to his record when he beats Edge in the Number One Contenders match. He adds that the winning streak is going to continue until he has the ECW World Title around his waist. * Outside of Shane McMahon's office, Matt Striker and the general manager are seen conversing. 2. - JIM DUGGAN vs. BALLS MAHONEY (w/Francine) - Balls Mahoney and Jim Duggan battled to a double countout in 9:06. Rating: ½* * After the match, the referee tries to break up the brawl between the two as Jim Duggan gets ready to clothesline Balls, but he moves out of the way and Duggan clotheslines Francine to the floor! The crowd boos as Duggan looks on wide-eyed. Balls falls to his knees and checks on Francine as the referee forces Duggan to go backstage. [Commercial Break] * Coming back from commercials, Julio Dinero tells Rebecca DiPietro that he congratulates Sabu for his hard-fought victory last week in the steel cage match. Dinero also says that with Mark Henry gone from ECW, his fight for the top of the ECW ladder will be that much easier. * ECW Television Champion Edge is shown backstage - with Lita. He says last week he took a crippled, barely-breathing former WWE superstar and made him his bitch. Edge says that one week after losing to him, Jim Duggan as resorted to clothesline Francine outside the ring after failing to defeat Balls Mahoney. Edge says that, with that display of utter incompetence, Duggan is proving that he will be forever unworthy of another title shot. Then Edge says that one week after beating the hell out of Jim Duggan, he's found himself fighting for a chance to be the first-ever double champion in World Wrestling Entertainment. Edge says that his opponent, Chris Bosh, is on a three-match winning streak, but says that he has nothing to show for any of them. Edge says he walked into the ECW and was practically given the Television Title, and that that's exactly what's going to happen tonight, when he earns a spot at Hardcore Heaven to face Sabu for the ECW World Title. 3. - AMIGO SUZUKI vs. JIMMY WANG YANG - Jimmy Wang Yang goes for a reverse neckbreaker, but Amigo Suzuki counter it with a facerake. Amigo Suzuki hits a neck-scissors on Jimmy Wang Yang. Amigo Suzuki locks Jimmy Wang Yang in a single-leg takedown into a Leglock. Jimmy Wang Yang inches his way towards the ropes after holding out for 7 seconds. Amigo Suzuki uses a forearm to the back on Jimmy Wang Yang. Amigo Suzuki throws Jimmy Wang Yang into the turnbuckle. Jimmy Wang Yang comes back and rocks Amigo Suzuki with a clothesline. Jimmy Wang Yang goes for a spinning heel kick, but Amigo Suzuki blocks it. Amigo Suzuki hits a kick to the back on Jimmy Wang Yang. Amigo Suzuki nails Jimmy Wang Yang with a chop. Amigo Suzuki runs into the ropes. Amigo Suzuki hits Jimmy Wang Yang with an elbow. Amigo Suzuki executes the Tobidashichuuichiro on Jimmy Wang Yang. Mike Sparks counts: One, two, three! The crowd is really behind Amigo Suzuki. Amigo Suzuki pinned Jimmy Wang Yang with the Tobidashichuuichiro in 10:03. Rating: *** * ECW World Champion, Sabu, is seen entering the arena. [Commercial Break] * A preview for Hardcore Heaven is shown. 4. - SHELTON BENJAMIN (w/Momma Benjamin) vs. KENNY - Kenny hits Shelton Benjamin. Kenny seemingly enjoys the boos. Shelton Benjamin punches Kenny. Shelton Benjamin is getting a pissed look amidst all the boos. Shelton Benjamin punches Kenny. Shelton Benjamin seemingly enjoys the boos. Shelton Benjamin goes for a back heel kick, but Kenny blocks it. Kenny whips Shelton Benjamin into the ropes, but Shelton reverses it. Kenny misses with a kick. Shelton Benjamin goes for a back elbow, but Kenny ducks out of the way. Kenny hits an inverted bulldog on Shelton Benjamin. Rudy Charles counts: One, two, thr... kickout! Kenny does a cheer. Kenny is getting a pissed look amidst all the boos. Kenny executes the Flying Legdrop on Shelton Benjamin. Rudy Charles counts: One, two, three! All of a sudden, the boos are turning into almost unanimous cheers. Kenny pinned Shelton Benjamin with the Flying Legdrop in 8:27. Rating: *** 1/4 * Backstage, Maria Kanellis talks to the crowd. She says that she's looking forward to making a name for herself in ECW, after honing her skills on Monday Night Raw. She says that she is now able to show here "hardcore" side. Out of nowhere, Ariel attacks Maria from behind. Ariel issues a challenge to Maria for next week on Mayhem. * Also backstage, from his office, Shane McMahon announces that next week a Triple Threat Match will take place to determine a number one contender for Edge and the Television Title. McMahon announces that the three participants are Kenny, Super Crazy and Amigo Suzuki. [Commercial Break] * Television Champion Edge confronts Shane McMahon backstage and says that he doesn't feel like he should defend his Television Title at Hardcore Heaven if he becomes Number One Contender for the ECW World Title, later tonight. McMahon tells Edge that if he doesn't want the added responsibility of having at the most two matches at Hardcore Heaven, then he can do one of two things: vacate that Television Title, or give up his Number One Contenders spot for the ECW Title... if he wins. 5. - SUPER CRAZY vs. JULIO DINERO (w/Alexis Laree) - Julio Dinero kicks Super Crazy. Julio Dinero is being booed out of the building. Super Crazy kicks Julio Dinero. The crowd is going crazy. Super Crazy uses a dropkick on Julio Dinero. Super Crazy goes for a dropkick, but Julio Dinero side-steps and Super Crazy only hits air. Julio Dinero hits Super Crazy with a slingshot bodyblock. Nick Patrick counts: One, two, thr... kickout! Julio Dinero executes a power bomb on Super Crazy. Nick Patrick counts: One, two, thr... kickout! Julio Dinero whips Super Crazy into the ropes. Super Crazy hits Julio Dinero with a kick. Super Crazy executes the Moonsault on Julio Dinero. Nick Patrick counts: One, two, three! The crowd is going crazy. Super Crazy pinned Julio Dinero with the Moonsault in 11:36. Rating: **** 1/4 [Alexis Laree interfered against Super Crazy.] * A preview for Smackdown's Great American Bash is shown. [Commercial Break] 6. - CHRIS BOSH vs. © EDGE (w/Lita) (NON-TITLE - NUMBER ONE CONTENDERS MATCH) - Edge whips Chris Bosh into the turnbuckle, but Chris Bosh reverses it. Chris Bosh goes for a Soviet Suplex, but Edge counters it with an elbowsmash. Edge goes for a faceslam, but Chris Bosh blocks it. Chris Bosh nails Edge with a backdrop driver. Chris Bosh takes Edge down with a backbreaker. Chris Bosh covers Edge. Andrew Thomas counts: One, two, shoulder up! Chris Bosh hits Edge with a springboard armdrag. Andrew Thomas counts: One, two, Mike Sanders breaks the pin. Andrew Thomas disqualifies Edge. The cheers for Chris Bosh are drowning out the boos. Non-Title, Number One Contenders Match: Chris Bosh defeated Edge by disqualification in 14:03. Rating: ** ¾ [Mike Sanders interfered against Chris Bosh.] * After the match, Bosh and Sanders begin to brawl inside the ring as Edge rolls out and grabs his Television Title. Angrily, he and Lita leave the ringside area as ECW officials rush down to break up the brawl. * A preview for next week's Mayhem is shown, highlighting the Triple Threat Number One Contenders Match and the Diva match between Ariel and Maria. [Commercial Break] * Backstage, after the break, Chris Bosh says that he had Edge defeated and that Mike Sanders continues to stick his nose where it doesn't belong. Bosh says that at Hardcore Heaven, he will become the new ECW Champion, but next week he will finally put an end to Mike Sanders' interference. Bosh challenges Sanders to a Random Gimmick Match next week on Mayhem. * In the ring, Matt Striker says that he is the first-ever ECW champion of the new era, and believes that that is enough to get him whatever he wants. He complains that ever since he lost the title, he has been shut out and kept away from the ring - for whatever reason. He says that he is out in the ring tonight to demand a non-title match against ECW World Champion Sabu, to show that he should still be considered a viable challenger for the title... or to anyone else in ECW. 7. - MATT STRIKER vs. © SABU (NON-TITLE MATCH) - Sabu nails Matt Striker with a ropeflip moonsault. Andrew Thomas counts: One, kickout! Sabu executes the Triple Jump Moonsault on Matt Striker. Andrew Thomas counts: One, two, three! The crowd is giving Sabu a standing ovation. Non-Title Match: Sabu pinned Matt Striker with the Triple Jump Moonsault in 10:04. Rating: *** * After the match, Chris Bosh comes out and stands at the entrance of the stage, staring at Sabu as Mayhem goes off the air. CARD RATING: ** ½ ATTENDANCE: 15,125 Scheduled for Next Week: #1 Contenders Match (TV Title): Kenny vs. Super Crazy vs. Amigo Suzuki Random Gimmick Match: Chris Bosh vs. Mike Sanders Ariel vs. Maria |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 12/21/07 at 13:12:09 ECW Mayhem July 21, 2007 Honda Center Anaheim, California [hr] Dark Matches: Test pinned Jeff Hardy after a fireman's carry into an Ace Crusher in 0:41. Rating: * Scott Lost pinned Harry Smith after a superkick in 8:56. Rating: *** [hr] Live Broadcast: * Shane McMahon comes out to the ring and announces that tonight's main event between Mike Sanders and Chris Bosh will be a Caribbean Strap Match. He says that this feud has been going on for some time, and that tonight's Gimmick Match will be the last time Sanders and Bosh step into the ring for a long time. Shane then announces that next week's edition of Mayhem will be held overseas in Singapore as a special edition of Mayhem before the Hardcore Heaven pay-per-view in two weeks. He then tells the crowd that next week, Sabu and Chris Bosh will participate in Singapore Cane, non-title match. * Backstage, Kenny tells Rebecca DiPietro that he has as good a chance, if not better, as anyone to walk away tonight as the Number One Contender for Edge and the Television Title at Hardcore Heaven. 1. - ARIEL vs. MARIA - Ariel nails Maria with the spinning headscissors. There are lots of chants for Ariel. Ariel takes Maria down with a double-axhandle to the back. Ariel executes the Tornado DDT on Maria. There are lots of chants for Ariel. Ariel goes for the pin. Nick Patrick counts: One, two, three! The chants for Ariel are deafening. Ariel pinned Maria with the Tornado DDT in 12:15. Rating: -*** ½ * Backstage, Balls Mahoney and Francine - wearing a neck brace - confront Jim Duggan about what happened last week on Mayhem. Balls says he doesn't know what Duggan was thinking but there was no reason for him to attack Francine. Duggan apologies, saying that it happened in the heat of battle and that's he's truly sorry. Balls says Duggan will be sorry, because he's asked for a rematch, later tonight. [Commercials] * Backstage, Television Champion, Edge - with Lita - tells Rebecca that he is not worried about who he will face at Hardcore Heaven in two weeks. He says that he's beaten any and everyone who has stepped in his way and tried to take his title away. He says that last week wasn't his best week, and he won't get the chance to be a double champion next Saturday night, but he says - with a grin - that next Saturday, he will stake his claim as the greatest Television Champion in ECW history. * In the parking lot, ECW World Champion, Sabu is seen entering the arena. 2. - BALLS MAHONEY (w/Francine) vs. JIM DUGGAN - Jim Duggan goes for a forearm to the back, but Balls Mahoney side-steps and Jim Duggan only hits air. Rudy Charles crawls back into the ring. Rudy Charles shakes off the pain. Rudy Charles disqualifies Jim Duggan. The chants for Balls Mahoney are defeaning. Balls Mahoney defeated Jim Duggan by disqualification in 6:28. Rating: DUD * After the match, Balls Mahoney slides out of the ring as he and Francine make their way back up the aisle. Inside the ring, Duggan grabs his 2x4 and threatens to hit referee Rudy Charles as other officials come down to the ring. * A preview for the Great American Bash pay-per-view is shown with "Pretty Handsome Awkward" by The Used playing in the background. [Commercial Break] 3. - KENNY vs. SUPER CRAZY vs. AMIGO SUZUKI (Triple Threat Number One Contenders Match) Mike Sparks counts: 3. Amigo Suzuki climbs back into the ring. Super Crazy follows him back in. Amigo Suzuki uses a tiger suplex on Super Crazy. Mike Sparks counts: One, two, three! The crowd is going into a frenzy. Triple Threat Number One Contenders Match: Amigo Suzuki defeated Kenny and Super Crazy when A. Suzuki pinned Crazy after a tiger suplex in 23:55. Rating: ** ¾ * Amigo Suzuki celebrates in the ring as Kenny and Super Crazy walk away battered and broken. As Suzuki continues to celebrate, Television Champion Edge hops over the guardrail and slides into the ring. As Suzuki turns around Edge connects with a vicious spear, dropping the new Number One Contender to the canvas. Edge stands over Suzuki and stares at him. * Backstage, Chris Bosh tells Rebecca that it doesn't matter what the Random Gimmick Match is for tonight against Mike Sanders... but tonight is the last time they will step into the ring together for a while. He says that he's going to end things the way they started, with a victory, and that his success is going to carry him through the Singapore Cane Match next week on Mayhem, right to the ECW World Title at Hardcore Heaven. [Commercial Break] * Returning from commercials, a preview for Hardcore Heaven is shown with "Becoming the Bull" by Atreyu in the background. * Backstage, Rebecca DiPietro tries to get a word with new number one contender for the Television Title, Amigo Suzuki, but he waves her away, still holding his abdomen from the earlier attack by Edge. 4. - JULIO DINERO (w/Alexis Laree) vs. © EDGE (w/Lita) (Non Title Match) - Andrew Thomas counts: 4... 5... 6... 7... 8... 9... 10! Julio Dinero is counted out. Edge doesn't quite know what to do with the mixed reaction he's getting. Non Title Match: Edge defeated Julio Dinero by countout in 5:18. Rating: *** * After the match, Lita enters the ring, handing Edge the Television Title as Alexis Laree tends to Julio Dinero on the outside. Edge and Lita kiss in the center of the ring before leaving as officials arrive at ringside to assist Dinero to the back. [Commercial Break] 5. - MIKE SANDERS vs. CHRIS BOSH (Caribbean Strap Match) - Caribbean Strap Match: Chris Bosh defeated Mike Sanders in 11:36. Rating: * 1/4 [JTG interfered against Mike Sanders.] * After the match, JTG enters the ring and begins to attack Mike Sanders with the strap, striking him in the back multiple times before officials rush out to the ring. JTG drops the strap and leaves the ring, escaping through the crowd as the officials turn their attention to Sanders, in the ring. CARD RATING: * 1/2 ATTENDANCE: 11,163 [hr] *WWE NEWS: Jerry Lawler (Raw), JTG (RAW), Randy Orton (RAW) Shad Gaspard (RAW), Val Venis (ECW), Victoria (RAW), Brian Kendrick (SD!), King Booker (SD!), The Great Khali (SD!), Ariel (ECW), Little Guido (SD!), Sabu (ECW) have all re-signed contracts with their respective brands. Paul London (SD!), Balls Mahoney (ECW) and Matt Striker (ECW) did not resign and have left the company, effective immediately. And, in the first trade made by two brands, RAW has sent JTG to ECW for Kelly Kelly. The change will take effect after the Great American Bash PPV.* |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 01/01/08 at 23:10:24 ECW Mayhem August 11, 2007 Bangor Auditorium Bangor, Maine Umaga (w/Armando Estrada) pinned UK Kid with the Samoan Spike in 8:15. Rating: ** 1/4 Harry Smith pinned JTG with the Stampede Powerslam in 11:08. Rating: ** ½ Table Match: Shelton Benjamin (w/Momma Benjamin) defeated Jeff Hardy by putting him through a table in 0:30. Rating: * [UK Kid interfered against Jeff Hardy.] Montel Vontavious Porter pinned Jimmy Wang Yang after a Northern Lights Suplex in 4:03. Rating: ** 1/4 Barbed Wire Baseball Bat Television Title Match: Amigo Suzuki pinned Kenny with the Tobidashichuuichiro in 2:30. Rating: ** 1/4 (Amigo Suzuki retained the ECW TV Title.) CARD RATING: ** ATTENDANCE: 5,175 Match Observations: Amigo Suzuki retained his Television Title in a very short Gimmick match against Kenny. Backstage, after the match, he gave Shane McMahon his notice, saying that was returning back to Japan to be with his family. McMahon then announced that next week, a Triple Threat Match will take place between "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan, Ashe, and Super Crazy to fill the vacant title. McMahon also announced that a Number One Contenders Match would take place next week as well to determine who will face Chris Bosh for the ECW World Title on 8/25. Montel Vontavious Porter went out with a bang, picking up a quick victory over Jimmy Wang Yang in what would shockingly be his last match with ECW. UK Kid surprised Jeff Hardy by interfering in his match against Shelton Benjamin, causing Hardy to fall out of the ring. Hardy hit his head hard when he fell, making it an easy victory for Shelton Benjamin. After the show, Jeff Hardy issued a challenge to UK Kid for next week. JTG lost his debut match in ECW as Harry Smith gave him more then he had bargained for. Umaga was in full-force tonight, taking his time in destroying his smaller opponent in the opening match this evening. --------------- *WWE NEWS* Jonathon Coachman's active contract was not resigned, but he will resume his role as RAW's General Manager. Montel Vontavious Porter (ECW) has quit effective immediately; Amigo Suzuki has given his notice to Shane McMahon. |
| lazy duck | Posted on 01/02/08 at 01:55:33 Man Folks are leaving left and right... |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 01/02/08 at 03:35:46 I know! It's been a real hassle as of late lol |
| wicked_rex | Posted on 01/04/08 at 12:57:16 ECW Mayhem August 18, 2007 Gray Civic Center Albany, Georgia Extreme Rules Grudge Match: Jeff Hardy pinned UK Kid with the Swanton Bomb in 12:07. Rating: *** Extreme Rules Match: Jimmy Wang Yang pinned Shelton Benjamin with the Yang Time in 10:24. Rating: *** Extreme Rules Match: Harry Smith pinned Test after a legdrop in 14:35. Rating: * Fatal Four Way Elimination #1 Contenders Match: Edge defeated Ashe, Kenny, and Super Crazy: X Crazy beat Ashe via the Moonsault in 15:13. X Kenny beat Crazy via a flying cross body press in 24:48. X Edge beat Kenny via the Spear in 32:37. Rating: *** ½ Fatal Four Way Elimination Television Title Match: Umaga defeated Adam Pearce, Julio Dinero and Scott Lost: X Umaga beat S. Lost via the Samoan Spike in 24:00. X A. Pearce beat Dinero via a spinebuster in 33:03. X Umaga beat A. Pearce via the Samoan Spike in 40:49. Rating: *** ½ (Umaga won the ECW Television Title.) [Armando Estrada interfered against Julio Dinero.] [Alexis Laree interfered against Umaga and Adam Pearce.] CARD RATING: *** ATTENDANCE: 750 Match Observations: The small Albany, GA crowd that was at the arena tonight certainly got their money's worth! They were into every single match - with the exception of Smith vs. Test - and even saw Umaga walk away with the Television Title. "The Samoan Bulldozer" will defend the title next week against Jimmy Wang Yang. Yang is coming off a victory over Shelton Benjamin tonight, but it will be nothing next to his massive opponent next week in Trenton. Edge earned the right to face Chris Bosh for the ECW World Title next week. Jeff Hardy and UK Kid started things are great with a fantastic *** match, which every other athlete in ECW matched or bettered tonight in a great card! ------------------------ *WWE NEWS* Little Guido (SD!) is not willing to resign a contract and has quit effective immediately, thus vacating the Cruiserweight Title |