Thursday, 3 October 2024

AEW Dynamite 5th Aniversary Show Review 3.10.2024

Intro

Were has the time gone. AEW is celebrating it's fifth aniversary of Dynamite, and all I have to say is this, whilst I blow on some streamers. Thank Mr Khan, because I am enjoying your product very much. It's been a mad few years since the start of Dynamite, the political landscape has changed, as a global pandemic, caused chaos for everyone, but at least we had muffins, yes, lots of muffins.

Mox and his gang segment

Ok, did I hear this right. Mox and his gang threatened to murder. Wheeler Yuta, and. Bryan Danielson. Their needs to be laws against this.

Ricochet vs Will Osperay AEW Internaional Championship

This was a fast paced fun ride, that gave way to some excellent physicality, and great move by move counteractions, I don't have a lot of notes, when it came to this part of the match, because it was perfect, however, the ending felt lazy, as both mens shoulders were given the three count, this led to Tony Khan, ordering the match to restart, however, outcame. Konosuke Takeshista, he attacked both. Ricochet, and. Osperay, causing the match to get thrown out. I didn't like this, however this has given birth to a tasty threeway at the PPV.

Mercedes Mone Segment

Mercedes Mone introduced a video package, based on herself, and her moments, on Dynamite. MVP then entered stage right, and gave her his business card. New faction me thinks. hmmm interesting.

TV Time With Chris Jericho

I hate Chris Jericho. I don't know what to say about this segment. He came across like a paricital nutter, as he put himself on a pedistal, claiming that Dynamites success is down to him, whilst taking shots at TV pundits, and podcasters. ( here's looking at you Eric Bischoff ) He spoke about how he has helped the younger talent, by pulling them into his vortex, he then called out Mark Briscoe, and challenged him to a match at WrestleDream. Briscoe came with his conglomeration team mates, and he and Jericho had a decent promo dual, that focused on the importance of family, and the way that The Learning Tree, beat. The Conglomeration last week. I wasn't a fan of this. It felt predictable, and Lazy. Big Bill deserves better than the tripe he was told to say. Do better AEW. Also don't bring up Marks Brother Jay for heat, this came across as a bit insensitive.

Darby Allin Segment

Darby Allin, then gave a segment, that focused on the theme of standing up for himself, when his back was up against the wall, whilst sitting in a Junkyard. He then issued an open challenge for WrestleDream, asking anyone who wats to fight him, to step up. Who will want to face him?

Hangman Adam Page vs Juice Robinson

I liked this. The match in my opinion failed to shift out of first gear, but it did have it's moments, from the beer and popcorn shower that Hangman received. Juice whipping him like a goverment mule, to Hangman getting the win, with a Buckshot Lariot, he was about to Hang poor Juicy boy, when out came a returning Jay White to make the save. 

Postman Perry Segment

Ok, everyone sing it with me now. Postman Perry. Postman Perry. Postman Perry, and his blacked van. He beat the breaks off of Shibata, because we all know that Perry is a very messed up man. The two will meet at WrestleDream for the TNT Championship. Please BBC don't sue.

Britt Baker vs Serena Deeb

Dr Britt Baker, beat Serena Deeb in a fun womens match. I love watching these ladies work. I get why some people don't like Britt Baker, but to me, her and Deeb always work well together. I get why some fans are a bit hesitant towards Baker, but, in my opinion, we don't know everything, that has gone on.

Hook Segment

Hook wants to find the guy that attacked his dad, in the car park, and at that point I thought, am I watching NXT? Christian Cage, then said that he will be a champion. Hook line, and, sinker. When this ended, I felt sad, because this robbed me of my chance, to dress up like Dick Van Dyke, and try and solve the case.

Private Party vs The Iron Savages

Private Party, beat. The Iron Savages, in a flat tv match, and then called out The Young Bucks. The Bucks came out sitting on the stage, they teased a match, and then ripped it away. Jack Perry, then attacked Private Party t from behind. Katsuyouri Shibata then came out, to make the save, leaving Christopher Daniels to come out, and do his best pissed off parent routine, and tell all six men in 6 man, tag match on Rampage, yeah. I know. I don't care either.

MVP Segment

MVP continued this campaign to annoy coffee lovers everywhere, by having a go at Prince Nana, he said if he has any complaints, he could take it up with his new head of relations. Shelton Benjamin. First Mercedes, and now Shelton. I sence a new faction forming.

Bryan Danielson vs Kazuchika Okada Double Belt Match

I loved this match, the through storythread was excellent, and the physicality matched it, because Okada didn't need to beat Danielson, all he needed to do was hang in there, the match lasted for just over 40 minutes, and it was exhilarating to watch, as the twenty minute lapse ended. Okada upped the level of intensity, and this was matched with Danielsons passion. The chair spots were precise, and to the point, as the match went into the final exchanges, the near falls fell into place, but those dastardly menaces, known as The Pacpool Combat came out to play the imtidation game, allowing Okada to lose concentration, and for Danielson to get the win, and retain his belt. The Pacpool Combat Club then attacked Danielson, and. Jon Moxley cut a scathing promo on him, explaining his actions from the past few weeks. Yuta came out to make the save, and next week, he and Danielson will face. Claudio, and. Pac in a tag match. This was a solid way to end the broadcast.

Overview Of AEW Dynamite

With the overarching success, that's AEW's new media rights deal, acting as a solid backdrop, the focus on there flagship show became second fodder, the in ring action was superb, however, bad finishes, have left a bad mark against this show, because the over booking, has ruined this delicous meal.

This Weeks Dynamite is a solid 8/10.

Wednesday, 2 October 2024

My Top 5 Hell In A Cell Matches

Intro

In 1997 the wrestling industry was in a mixed state. WCW was edging out the then WWF at every turn, and drastic plans needed to be implamented, with creative changes, a new era was on the horizon, that would go on to redefine the last years of the nineities, but, before there was attitude, a new structure was born, made out of steel, and wire, would act as home to end feuds, and become a fan favourite stipulation, delivering on great moments, and pure emotion. Hell isn't just a bad place to be. It's a bloodfilled destination for wrestling fans.

5 The Undertaker vs Brock Lesnar No Mercy 2002

If you go back, and take a look at the wrestling business in the year 2002. WWE's attitude era had gone, and in it's place, was the Ruthless Aggression era, this, wasn't the best time for the company. TV viewership was down, and attendences were down, due to there major stars of the day, having to take time off. The Undertaker would be used to full effect during this time, as he became the standard bearer, for helping younger talent. At this point he was involved in a programme with Brock Lesnar, their match from Unforgiven the prior month, was a letdown, because to me it felt underbooked. This, however, was a bloodsoaked trip into the mind of two dangerous minds, and it was a facinating sight to be seen, the violence sold the story, at a time, when storytelling in my opinion, needed a shot in the arm, as fan interest was starting to dwindle. This match, is a perfect reminder, why we need older veterans to advance younger stars. Brock in my mind wasn't a made man until this night, a star was born, in a pain inducing way. Here comes the pain indeed.

4 The Undertaker vs Brock Lesnar Hell In A Cell 2015

Fast Forward to 2015. Hell In A Cell, had become it's own PPV, and it was delivered year in, and year out, with mixed reviews to say the least, but the 2015 edition would have a match of the year contender. Brock, and. Taker stole the show, at a time when WWE needed their stars to step up, the viewership was again down, and the companies creative output, was at an all time low. This might be an oversight of the bigger issue at hand, but the match still stands up as a one of the best Hell In A Cell matches, because both men managed to keep the fans intrigued throughout this war. I still go back to this match even now. It's arguably Brocks best match, and the best he's ever looked. Perfect.

3 Cactus vs HHH No Way Out 2000

I love this match, as a young fan in the early 2000's HHH's rise to prominance, was met with a mixture of praise, and complete distain, his reign of terror would follow a couple of years later, but this would act as a precauser, that gave fans the chance to say goodbye to a legend. Mick Foley's health wasn't great at this time, and he has been open in the past, about how he was starting to suffer with memory loss, as a result of taking multiple blows to the head. He Who Shall Not Be Named, gave Mick the chance to go out the way hew wanted, and just like that, this match was born. It was a match, that delivered with fire ( literally ) and grace, as the blood ran down the games face, the industry was witnessing the start of the uprise of HHH. Jim Ross on commentary, was perfect on this night, because he added more gravitas, to a match that was an emotional, bloodsoaked, gut punch. Foley would come back for Mania 16, after Stone Cold Steve Austin's recovery time was revealed, but Mick has always said that, in his heart, this was his retirement match. Later in the year 2000, Foley would come back as the commissioner, he's by far my favourite on screen authority figure. Oh my, oh my.

2 Cody Rhodes vs Seth Rollins Hell In A Cell 2022

This. Was. The first WWE match, in over a decade to get the honoured 5 star rating from Dave Meltzer, and I can see why, this is a steller match, from the presentation what came, from an oddly balanced tv build, to Cody's legit pectoral injury becoming the main focus point, only added to drama to an already solid outing. I love this match. Cody would have to get surgery in order fix what he tore, he would come back at the 2023 Royal Rumble, and after a controversial ending to Wrestlemania, he eventually finished his story, one year later at the show of shows 40th aniversary. This, acted as the start of what was to come, and it was great.

1 The Undertaker vs Shawn Michaels Bad Blood 1997

I was 10 years old when I first saw this. It was on a dodgy vhs tape that my friend had leant to me, and upon first viewing I was traumatised by the level of violence, but these were the times, and it's clear to me, that at this time wrestling was taking influences from cinema. A couple of years before this match, a film called Natural Born Killers, had created waves over in the UK, and in the US, for how it depicted graphic violence, this was the first outing for Blood, as change within the WWF was around the corner, this was the start of that echoing of the changing of the guard, that would become. The Attitude Era. This match is an act of defience, at a time when the industry was starting to not play safe. Shawn, and. Taker are still the bench, as they laid out the blueprint, for what this stipulation would later become.


Tuesday, 1 October 2024

My Top 5 Undertaker matches

Intro

Characters like this are a rare breed, the difference between the character, and the real man is a very facinating dynamic. Mark Calloway, for over 30 years, gave life to a being, that shaped many fans childhoods, he lived this character in, and out of the ring, even though stories, have emerged about him over years, that don't hold today. I do feel that his in ring work, has been exceptional, and these are my favourite matches involving The Deadman.

5 The Undertaker vs HHH No Dq Match Wrestlemania 17

It's no secret that Wrestlemania 17, is my favourite Mania ever. The Rock, and. Stone Cold Steve Austin, may have main evented, but to me, this match stole the show. I know that's an unpopular opinion, but if you ask me, this match was the balance, that I continue to love until this very day.

4 The Undertaker vs Mankind In Your House Buried Alive

This is the perfect example of great chemistry. Mark Calloway, and. Mick Foley, had fantastic insyncrosity together, and this match worked on so many levels. 1996, wasn't the most successful year in the company history, but if you dig beneath the surface, there is a lot of good to be found, and this is part of that treasure trove, that gets mainly ignored. It brings me back to a time in my life, when things were a lot easier. Agh, yes, my childhood.

3 The Undertaker vs AJ Styles Boneyard Match Wrestlemania 36

As the world shut down thanks to the covid 19 pandemic, this forced all wrestling Company's to think outside of the box. AEW came up with the Stadium Stampede match, that blended humour, in with great action, but it was his match with AJ, that showed, in grave times, sunshine can seep through, this was a creative stroke of genius, that gave me hope, at a rather bleak time.

2 The Undertaker vs Bret The Hitman Hart Summerslam 1997

These are two of my favourite wrestlers of all time, and the fact that they were in the same ring, at the same time, at the time in 1997, the WWF, was figuring things, as the industry was ever changing. The year beforehand, had seen. He Who Shall Not Be Named's company, lose their position as the industry leaders, because. Ted Turner, and. Eric Bischoff, brought up WCW kicking and screaming into the mainstream, but things were starting to turn around, by the time of the Summer of 97. Bret, and. Taker, worked a great match, filled with fantastic action, and excellent near falls, and. Shawn Michaels screwing Taker over as the guest referee, just added friction, that their incoming programme needed.

1 The Undertaker vs Shawn Michaels Hell In A Cell Match Bad Blood In Your House

This match, acted as a midway point in their rivalry, and it was their best. I have already spoken loads about this match, and the impact that it has had on wrestling culture, from mainstream, to all time, this was the start of a company embracing attitude. And it was a sight to be seen.



Monday, 30 September 2024

My Top 5 Takeaways From The Mr McMahon Netflix Docu Series

Warning

The following article contains references to sexual assault, and abuse, reader discretion is advised. 

Intro

Last week, over a space of two nights. I sat down, and watched the Netflix docu Series. Mr McMahon, and, even though the themes, and output of the show covered all the bases, that I already knew about. I came away with a sense of overwhelming unease, as the cameras laid bare, to a narcisistic person, who harboured abusive tendencies, that unfortunately came out, to devastating effect. After watching the first three episodes. I came away with the feeling, that he's at the centre of why this industry gets looked at like as a cesspool, of misoginy, and greed, and if i'm being honest, I was right, this could've been prevented.

5 The Industry Failed Sable

Episode 4 centred around the Attitude Era, as the WWF was facing a new shift, in order to compete with WCW, this would allow wrestlers the chance to grow their talents, as the company's creative would start to push boundaries in ways, that caused the viewer to think what was exceptable, and what was morally questionable. The ladies were seen as eye candy, as the times had changed, from the manager and valet roles, they would've been given, one year earlier. Sable broke the mould, she was athletic, and a steller pin up, being allowed to pose for mens magazines, such as Playboy, but as soon as her star would shine, it would be laid to rest, as she exited the company at the height of her fame, she would go on to sue the then WWF, on the grounds of sexual harrassment. I personally think this is an example of the industry failing someone. She would come back to the company in 2003, and was instantly made fun of on tv. Also Stephanie McMahons attitude to Mike Tysons Conviction, and lack of Knowledge, was astounding, in all the worst ways.

4 Bret Knew Everything

In terms of the talking heads in this series, not many of them come across very well, but. Bret Hart, came across as the best, of the good ones, his honesty, and truthful opinions, were refreshing to see, amongst a load of headache inducing nonsense, that worked to expose lies. Over the years. The Montreal Screwjob has been overexposed, and over talked about, but hearing the input from Wendi Richter, who was treated with the same discontent, twelve years before, added a point of view, that has been ignored, for years. Bret during his Survivor Series 1997 match against Shawn Michaels, had cottoned on to this, and could see what was going to happen.

3 Blazay Attitudes towards women

Large parts of the series, echoe in the attitudes of the past. Victims of the Ring Boy Scandal, and Rita Chatterton, were treated like a mixbag, from voices of wisdom. Bret Hart, and. Dave Meltzer, giving comfort, and honest opinions, when the likes of. Bruce Pritchard, and. Vince McMahon came across horribly, from defending their mates who committed awful crimes. To their attitudes, that were of those, who have no standards, and the way Vince spoke about Rita Chatterton, was disgusting. Sex has to be consentual. Limitations don't count for a sense of pride.

2 I Blame The Parents

As the series went on, and I devoured every episode. I couldn't help but think, that this could've been avoided, the series tells the stories, of Vince suffered abuse at the hands of his Stepfather, and the implied incest, at the hands of his mother, and with his dad not coming back into his life until he was twelve. The patterns between both men, are paralyzing, and uneasy to watch, because the supportive love wasn't there, this to me speaks volumes. If you put in the time, and attention, love will always shine through. All of this acts as a cry for help, at a time when children need it most. The timeline in this case to me is very real.

1 The Talking Heads

This to me, was when the series delved into the world of blind loyalty, and journalism, that paved the way for repultion. Phil Mushnick, a journalist for the New York Post, and. Dave Meltzer, a respectful writer for The Wrestling Observer, both give their own thoughts on the subject matter, giving both honest opinions, in an easy to grab way, whilst the likes of Hulk Hogan. Trish Stratus. John Cena. Bruce Pritchard, and. The Undertaker, all come across, as completely undearable human beings, who were to scared to step a foot out of line, to me, there is a name for these actions. Cowards. The father figure excuse doesn't hold any weight, if you ask me, all of these people have lowered there standards in my opinion.

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Sunday, 29 September 2024

AEW Collision Review 29.9.2024

Intro

Before I get started. I just want to say a massive thank you, because I took a look at my all time views. 1188. I'm truly blown away. Thank you. It's my dream to this as a full-time job one day, and the support from you guys across the globe means everything to me, so thank you so very much.

Saraya Rules Match Saraya vs Jamie Hayter

I met Saraya recently over All In weekend, and she was so nice. I'm not pleased with how she has been booked in AEW, and this just proves my point. The match was flat, and highly predictable, the weapon spots were clever, but the table spot, complete with toys, felt lazy. Hayter got the win, I just think that AEW can so much better. I wasn't impressed.

Ricochet vs Will Osperay Interview Snippet

This led to me to say this to myself. Is it wednesday yet. My god wednesday can't come soon enough. Or in my case Thursday morning. Look I like my sleep.

Texas Tornado Match The Conglomeration vs The Learning Tree

This had no right to be as good as it was, the physicality was smoothly performed. Orange Cassidy smacked Chris Jericho with a brick, Chris then stopped Mark from having some chair fun, and later on this would come back to haunt him, Big Bill proved to be the most over man in the match, when a small number of the fans chanted his name. He then got the win for his team, when he chokeslammed Mark through a table, even though I can't stand Chris Jericho these days. This wasn't bad. Oh no. Oh no. Mark Briscoe watch out, because if you don't, you will get sucked into the Jericho midcard vortex. Mark Stay away from Chris.

Brody King vs Action Andretti

Brody King, beat. Action Andretti, in a flat tv match, Top Flight, were then attacked, by. Lance Archer, and. The Rightgeous. I didn't like this, because it was over way to soon.

Postman Perry Open Challenge For His TNT Championship

Ok everyone you know what time it is. It's sing a long with Patrick. Postman Perry. Postman Perry. Postman Perry, and his blacked out van. I hope he doesn't cheat, because we all know Perry is a very messed up man. Oh no, a count out win, that cheating bastard, this was a poor way to use Minoru Suzuki. I hated this.

Claudio Castagnoli Pac and Wheeler Yuta vs Private Party and Kommander AEW Trios Championship

This. Was a moderately paced, storybased piece of work, that went nowhere in my opinion. Yuta acted like me at the age of thirteen, when my mum refused to buy me a copy of WWE Royal Rumble 2000 on video, whilst Pac and Claudio took on the role of proud parents, when he did as he was told. Claudio. Pac, and. Yuta retained. Even though the match wasn't very good. It had my mates Private in it, so it's an instant 5 star classic.

I love The Outrunners

Like the title says. I love The Outrunners, during this vingnette my dog Jane walked in, and she got to bask in the glory of these stallions, and you know what. I don't blame her.

Hologram vs Dralistico vs The Beast Mortas

I had fun watching this, even though it felt it could've done with a couple of minutes taken off, Hologram got the win, and was beaten down by Rush, and his new crew. This. Was alright.

Kris Statlander Segment

Kris Statlander is back, and, this left me wondering, what's next for her. Statlander vs Yuka Sakazaki sounds good, doesn't it.

MXM Collection Segment

Excuse my language, but this was f****** weird, but funny at the same time. MXM Collection were about to reveal Max castors new jacket to the world, complete with a fashion show, and it happened, they revealed his jacket, and it looked, well. If i'm being honest. Interesting. The model they brought in looked familiar, they thought it was their mate Hans, but this man revealed himself, to be none other than Daddyass. The Aclaimed came out, and took care of the models. Wrestling is a funny thing people.

Lumberjack Strap Match Hangman Adam Page vs Jeff Jarrett

I had fun watching this, even though it didn't live up to how I thought it was going to play out in my head. This had everything I needed. Jeff whipping Hangman with a strap. Hangman wanting to punish Karen Jarrett, him clocking Alex Reynolds, and of course. Juice Robinson dressed up as a Lumberjack, was a funny sight. Hangman got the win with a deadeye.

AEW Continental Championship Eliminator Kazuchika Okada vs Sammy Guervara

This match resembled instructions on how to cook a roast dinner, you can't take the meat out of the oven, until it's cooked all the way through. The match was solid, but it felt like both men, were playing their greatest hits. This was underwhelming to me, and it summed up this weeks show perfectly. Okada got the win,

Overview Of AEW Collision GrandSlam

I thought AEW GrandSlam Collision, was a confusing mess, with good  highlights. This show is now just existing, and that's a sad thing.

AEW GrandSlam Collision 2024 is mid 7/10.



Saturday, 28 September 2024

My Top 5 HBK Shawn Michaels matches

Intro

Were do I begin with this list. I struggled to write this, because Shawn has had many great matches over his lustrious career, so this is going to be difficult champ, because it's what Mr Perfect called him one time on commentary, way back in 1994, I think.

 5 Shawn Michaels vs Diesel In Your House Best Friends Better Enemies

With Shawns rivalry with Bret Hart, coming to an end, for the time being, at the end of Wrestlemania 12. Bret was indeed of some time off, this meant that WWE were caught in a bind, and needed his next feud to be quickly established, this came to light when his friend, and former bodyguard Diesel turned on him. I remember watching this as an eight year old, who hated Diesel. The match still holds up, until this very day. It acts as a perfect blend, of meshing styles. The big vs small dynamic has never looked this good.

4 Shawn Michaels vs The British Bulldog King Of The Ring 1996

As a kid growing up in the UK, our pinacle of excellence was Davey Boy Smith, better known to fans as The British Bulldog, his match at One Night Only against Shawn, that took place 15 months later, was a cluster of bad decisions, but this one, is a time piece of perfect timing, both men, showed a great clash of styles, as this match is an understatement in determination. I love this match. 1996 really did have some underrated gems, and on the subject of underrated gems.

3 Shawn Michaels vs Sid WWF Championship Match Survivor Series 1996

I have to put this match on this list, as a mark of respect, to the man that was dominant, and who in the year of 1996, drove shawn to his best match that year. Like HBK's previous match against a big man on this list, the balance was perfect, and the dynamic played out, like a violent barn dance. RIP Sid, you will be missed.

2 Shawn Michaels vs Kurt Angle Wrestlemania 21

In the mid noughties. I had a love affair with this match, it was the perfect blend of passion, and grace. Kurt Angle used his background in Olympic Wrestling, and moulded in with Shawns, fast pace style, that 15 years prior made him a household name. The Build to this Mania match, was etched with comedy, and high detail promos, this helped the match deliver.

1 Shawn Michaels vs The Undertaker Wrestlemania 25

The 25th aniversary of. The Showcase Of The Immortals, was in my opinion a slow show, that lacked a lot of substance, but this match, had everything that I love about wrestling, superb physicality, great in ring incrosity, and an incredible balance of near falls, this match had everything, that an old, or new fan, would gravitate towards.


Smackdown Review 28.9.2024

 Intro

With the fallout of the Netflix Documentary Series, centred around Vince McMahon still reverbarating on a global scale, the outcome has fans split, as with any Netflix Documentary, they tend to leave the audience split down the middle, and this was no differant. But in my opinion I thought it was an interesting look, into the world, of hypocrisy, told through the eyes of an awful narscasistic human being, who got off on the satisfaction of others suffering. Yes, this is pivotal viewing, but at what cost. The talking heads, that are involved come off like horrible insufferable hypocrites, that I have lost time for. Father Figure or not. Vince is a man who saw his wrestlers as business decisions, and not human beings. This is the difference between sanity, and an immoral compass. In order to be human, we have to act like humans. It's really not that difficult.

Promotrain

Ok everyone it's time to hop aboard the promotrain choo choo, and oh my god, this was a flat way to set up, the main event. Randy Orton came out first to welcome us to Friday Smackdown. he said that it was nice to be back on Friday Nights, he then called his old friend Cody Rhodes to come out and explain himself, for why he's siding with Roman at Bad Blood. Cody came out, he basked in the universal love, that the fans in Oklahoma gave him, and got straight to business, his answer, came in the form of a question. Did he want to be a coward or a fool? he went down the route of Roman telling him the truth, after he looked him in the eyes last week and told him, that he's got his back, he thought that Randy would understand, because he used to be called The Legend Killer, and the legend of The Bloodline, needs to be killed, Randy said that he had no issue with this, unless it becomes an issue. Kevin Owens then came out, but before he could even speak, Solo Sikoa, and his Bloodline. Solo laced Cody with doudt, because he needs to trust Roman, and not his friends. Solo became rattled as the promo went on, as the fans chanted for Roman, so KO challenged them to a Tag Team match later on. Cody wanted to step up, but. KO said. Nah mate, me and Randy have got this, later on Cody tried to talk to Kevin, but he wasn't interested, and told Cody to not come out tonight, and let him and Randy deal with them. Randy told Cody, look if anything happens, we will need you because of the numbers advantage.

Bayley vs Naomi No1 Contenders For The WWE Womens Championship

I liked all of this. Bayley got the win, in a fun, fast paced match. Naomi was gutted later on, and was wound up by Tiffany Stratton, who's getting controlled by Queen Nia.

Andrade And LA Knight Segment And Carmelo Hayes vs Andrade

Carmelo Hayes blindsided LA Knight, after Andrade called him disrespectful, and then went on to win a banger of a match against, thanks to Knight causing a distraction. I can't lie, these guys don't have bad matches, they have bangers. 6 6, now that's a scoreline.

Michin vs Piper Niven

Michin, beat. Piper Niven, in a match that had no right to be as good as it was, from trash can spots, and. Chelsea Green, making a joke herself, yeah. I think it's safe to that. I had a blast watching this.

Jade And Bianca Are Hosting Bad Blood

Jade Cargill, and. Bianca Belair, were then announced as the hosts for Bad Blood. I like this.

Kevin Owens And Randy Orton vs Solo Sikoa and Jakub Fatu

I liked this. Randy Orton put on a great showing here, as he continues to be in the best form of his career. Jakub Fatu had another great performance. Solo, and Kevin had a minor match within the match. Cody came out, after Tama, and. Tonga, came out, this led to the match finishing in a messy way, as. The Bloodline walked away victorious, because of this. Tension then started to grow between Kevin Owens, and. Cody Rhodes, leaving Randy Orton of all people, to play peacemaker, better than John Cena.

Overview Of Friday Night Smackdown

Overall I enjoyed this weeks edition of weekly tv, the promos were a bit long in the tooth, but the in ring work remained solid.

This Weeks Friday Night Smackdown is solid 7/10.


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