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XCW presents: Shockwave
Topic Started: Jun 19 2018, 08:00 PM (45 Views)
Maxy
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A typical pre-show kicks off the evening in Hamilton’s Copps Coliseum
as Shockwave is moments away going live to air on ppv. Following the pre-show bout which saw Iracus defeating Chris Sabin in singles action, an outdoor shot from roughly an hour north east in Toronto is shown, the same place where the previous night’s Action Zone took place. XCW Owner Damien Maxwell can be seen with a referee shirt on, as he is standing with a number of people who were at the convention that just wrapped up, but a good chunk of people remain. Damien explains that last night’s show was a fun one, while at the same time showcasing wrestling to some people who might not usually watch. Everyone’s here having a good time, until, which the camera turns to what appears to be a group of religious preachers. Camera back on the boss and Damien goes on to state he doesn’t want the day to end on a sour note for the people here, so as part of Nemesis tonight, two matches will take place live on location, and the first one will be in a matter of minutes.

With that being said the show’s video package opens up the ppv broadcast. Once it finishes Jim Ross and Don Callis welcome the viewers at home before sending things back to Toronto. One of the convention goers serves a guest ‘ring’ announcer as the Ironman Championship on the line as Tye Dillinger takes on Sami Zayn, who gained possession of the belt this morning, which was confirmed on XCW’s twitter feed. No holds barred falls count anywhere in this one.

Ironman Championship
Tye Dillinger vs Sami Zayn

As the match progresses, an angry Rob Rage is shown watching this on a monitor at the arena. He was scheduled to face Dillinger, but as we can see the owner of the company has last minute plans for the man of ten. Dillinger appears to be in the driver’s seat at the match reaches the five minute mark, but Zayn grabbed what resembles Thor’s hammer and strikes Dillinger in the mid-section. Zayn realizes what he has and goes with it and places the hammer on Dillinger’s chest before placing a finger on top of the hammer for a pin. Damien makes the three count and Zayn retains the Ironman Championship. Dillinger calls for someone to get the hammer of him, which the guy who’s hammer Zayn borrowed, who is dressed as Thor, retrieves it. Zayn raises the guy’s arm up before things shift back inside.

In the office of Eric Bischoff, the reigning world heavyweight champion Harry Smith is speaking with the President/General Manager of the company. Bischoff informs the champ that he spoke with William Regal earlier this morning about the actions of Nathan Cruz. While Bischoff and Regal weren’t able to agree on getting Smith and Cruz in the same right, he can confirms that they are in preliminary talks for something even bigger. He assures Smith that he too wants to see a Smith vs Cruz match, but he asks for Smith’s patients, and reminds the champion that there is a championship match on the card tonight, and advises the Smith that should be the champ’s top priority at this point in time. Smith understands what Bischoff is saying, but Bischoff is reminded that Cruz crossed the line, and after he takes care of Rusev, he’s coming for Cruz. Smith leaves the office to prepare for the title fight. As Smith leaves the office, The Miz enters. There if a brief stare down, but nothing concerning. Bischoff summoned for Miz earlier on, and Bischoff informs Miz that there is no backing out of the match tonight against Chris Jericho. While Bischoff does understand that Miz feels he is in a league above Jericho, Bischoff states that making a claim like that has to be backed up, and while Miz was crafty getting away with it last month, if he does not fight…Miz interrupts him, stating there is no need to make threats, Miz does intend on competing tonight. Like he’s stated before, Jericho’s time in the spotlight will be over after tonight, and the Miz’s time is now. He proved just that at Starcade, and he will prove not only it again tonight, but also that Y2J is no longer compatible with the sport.



Back to in-ring action, and with Yoshiko still unsure of what her next move will be, that presents an oppertunity for other competitors to get a chance at Toni Storm’s gold. Jessica Guerrera won a contender’s match against Emma Matthews last night to earn the title fight this evening.



Intercontinental Championship
Toni Storm vs Jessica Guerrera

In the early stages of the match there is breaking news that Chuck Taylor has captured the Ironman title. As for the match currently in progress, Storm is the more aggressor of the two, but Guerrera makes good use of her speed to keep things even. Storm eventually finds herself in the driver’s seat, but Guerrera is too determined to stay down and makes a comeback after escaping a dragon clutch. The challenger makes good use of her second wind and strikes fast and often, which a low dropkick seems to give Storm knee troubles as Storm hold one to it with one hand while holding onto referee Eddington James, wanting time. Guerrera is on the top rope and was ready to take to the air when Storm took the referee’s attention away from the match, and also shielding her. Guerrera calls for the referee to move, and just after she does that she is shoved off the top rope by James R. Kennedy. Storm gets lets go of the official, claiming she’s alright after all. The Oldschool did not see the interference, and Storm grabs hold of her challenger and plants her with a piledriver. Storm with cover, this one’s history. After the bell sounds Kennedy enters the ring. He tells the referee to step aside and he raises the hand of Toni Storm. The two then shake hands, and it looks like Kennedy has found someone new to represent.

As the ring clears, things shift back to Toronto where since the announcement of Taylor winning the Ironman title broke, the belt has changed three times since as it’s reported Tye Dillinger pinned Taylor to once again become Ironman Champion, but his reign was short as a fan who was dressed as the Blue Meanie spooked Taylor, causing Taylor to turn and run into a sign pole and be pinned. Trish Stratus was watching the action and offered to trade half recently purchased sub for the belt. The new champ wanted the whole thing, which Trish gave it some thought, but agreed to the trade. Before Damien permits the change one of the many watching wants the legitimacy of the sub checked out. As odd as that may sound the boss does so and it looks good to him. Before things get sent back inside, Emma Matthews jumps Trish from behind with what resembles a giant sword. Chuck Taylor’s still there and he pins Trish to regain the belt. With the win Taylor and Matthews bolt and manage to catch a bus, which Don Callis says is heading in the direction of the airport. Damien watches the new champ and his gal make their gateway before revealing their goes the second match, implying one of the two on that bus was suppose to be in it.

Back inside the arena, Hutch Henries catches up with Chris Jericho. Jericho comes to a realization that he is approaching the age where father time is not longer on one’s side, and while it is a battle nobody ever wins, it is one Jericho will not back down from. So if the Miz thinks that Y2J will simply step aside because the Miz says so, “You got another thing coming, junior.” While Jericho’s schedule is a busy one these days, he’s never felt more alive, and that makes him a very dangerous man. Jericho does congratulate Miz’s win against The Rock, but Jericho’s been there numerous times, which one of those made him the first undisputed heavyweight champion in all of professional wrestling. It doesn’t matter to Jericho if The Miz thinks he’s a great wrestler, a great actor, a great dancer, a great singer, a great whatever. Bottom line is Y2J isn’t going anywhere, and the Miz will soon find out why Jericho is the best in the world at everything he does, and soon Miz will never, and Jericho means neeeevvverrrr, be the same, again.

Having been on a roll since teaming up, the pairing of Alex Bryce and Heath Slater have caught the eyes of the current world tag team champions, the Motor City Machine Guns, which the champs extended an invitation 24 hours ago to face them for their belts, which Slater and Bryce accepted on the spot. As the challengers hit the ring, a pre-recorded message from the Dudleys plays in a split screen to those watching at home. Bubba Ray and D-Von give credit where it is due. Slater and Bryce came ready to fight and they had just enough to survive, but they promise that night time things will be much different, which D-Von can testify to that.

Tag Team Championship
Heath Slater/Alex Bryce vs Motor City Machine Guns

During the bout the Dudleys made their way ringside. While the action spilled to the outside on more than one occasion, they kept their distance, not wanting to interfere, only wanting to observe, as they told referee Chris Truax. As the bout progressed, it looked like the challengers could potentially pull off yet another upset, but just as Slater was comboing a few moves together, an interruption appears on the video screen as the paring of Mark Haskins and Jimmy Havoc, collectively known as Sanguinary in EPW. They’re at an unknown location, but they have a message for the so called top teams of XCW. They get the attention of and begin to talk down to the Dudleys, which the live crowd strongly disapproves of. Haskins tells the pairing of Heath Slater and Alex Bryce that they are living dream which they will soon wake up from, and that guys like them are making a mockery of tag team wrestling. Bryce looks like he wants some of the Sanguinary and is about to leave the ring to do so, but the Dudleys hold him back. Havoc goes back to the Dudleys, and while he does that, the MCMG realize no bell has sounded to stop the fight, as does Slater, but the champs came to that realization just a bit faster, and struck with their ASCS Rush. Shelly with the pin after Slater dropped, the champions retain. Alex Bryce does hear the bell after the pin, but by that time it’s too late to do anything about it. Sanguinary gives them a mock clap before telling both the MCMG and the Dudleys that while those two may have been somebodys in the past, Sanguinary is the future, Sanguinary is the now. Bubba Ray’s heard enough. He calls for a mic from the ring announcer before asking Sanguinary who in the hell they think they are. He asks what Sanguinary has done recently to make them selves relevant. While the duo responds by holding up their EPW Tag Team Championship belts, the Dudleys congratulate them on being big fishes in a small pond. He tells them to ask anyone in venues of all shapes and sizes world wide who the Dudleys are, and Bubba guarantees that 9 out of 10 fans will say that the Dudleys were, and still are, the baddest, the roughest, the toughest, the most feared and respected teams of all time. They’ve gone through tables, ladders, chairs, and god knows what else. They’ve caused several riots because people wanted them to suffer so badly because they were that good, and as we can clearly see, they’re still here. With all do respect to the Motor City Machine Guns, they don’t need the XCW Tag Team Championship to prove how good they are. Granted they’re nice looking belts and being the top team in a promotion is an accomplishment to be proud of, and one they are in the hunt for, they are here because the world already knows what they are capable of. So if Sanguinary has a problem with that, he invites them to come on down. After a few seconds he gets the feeling they aren’t coming down. D-Von then gets an idea. He asks a fan ringside when the next EPW tv taping is, and when D-Von gets an answer he tells Sanguinary to stay where they are, because The Dudleys will come to them. With that being said the Dudleys leave the ringside area. The MCMG are still trying to figure out what to make of the situation. Cameras stay on the Dudleys as they exit the arena.

As the ring clears, Brad Rose catches up with James R. Kennedy, looking for an explanation for Toni Storm aligning herself with James R. Kennedy. Kennedy fields the question, explaining someone of Storm’s skill and reputation is just what he’s looking for. He expands on that by stating that the talent pool in XCW is deeper than it is in other European promotions, which he mentions what he’s seen in Storm later is something that he’s observed in various talents here, the desire to win at any cost. Storm comments on this briefly, saying she didn’t come here to make friends, she came here to prove that she is the number one wrestler world wide, and you don’t do that by making friends with everybody you meet. Whose to say they won’t stab you in the back the very second the opportunity to so pops up? Kennedy continues by saying it doesn’t matter to them if fans boo her, or if they still want to cheer her, their opinions aren’t a priority. What is a priority however, is keeping that waist covered in good, like it rightfully should be. Nick Watts can be heard telling the two to hurry up, which Kennedy tells Rose no more questions.



Internet Championship
Nick Watts w/James R. Kennedy and Toni Storm vs Jeff Hardy

Watts now has two people in his corner, not just James R. Kennedy, but now Toni Storm as well. Kennedy joins the broadcast team in the early parts of the match to explain what happened earlier. He mentions while he is still investing a lot of time and energy in Nick Watts, he feels it is time to expand his services to other clientele as well. He states he did consider approaching Yoshiko, though he feels things will work out for him and Storm if Yoshiko turns down Heyman’s offer and remain on her own. Though if Heyman can get through to Yoshiko he is confident Storm can not only take her down, not only XCW, but anyone on any roster anywhere. He also states the same for Nick Watts, calling last month a minor setback, even though Watts was winless against Hardy. Hardy was about to have history repeat itself as he went upstairs, but Storm got on the apron, complaining that Hardy shouldn’t be allowed to do that. Referee Chris Truax warns her to get down and does put a count on her, but by the time he starts to do so, Watts is back on his feet, and not long after that he cause Hardy to take the buckle the hard way. Storm returns to the floor and Hardy is in a world of hurt below the belt. Watts gives him something else unpleasant to feel as with assistance from the top rope he plants Hardy with an implant DDT. Hardy’s reign is over as Watts pins him to regain the belt.



Back outside we go, and it looks like the religious mob packed up during the previous match. While that is something he and those around him like, he reminds those there and those watching at home that all good things must come to an end, but before things wrap up here for the evening he was able to get one more match signed at the last minute, and it will be under brawl for all rules. Christopher Bishop makes his return to XCW programming, however under the guise of Ken Masters. His opponent on this night, who use to compete under the mask of the Black Ninja, but today competes as Iron Mike Tyson, as he appeared in the classic game Mike Tyson’s Punch Out.

Mike Tyson (Black Ninja) vs Ken Masters (Christopher Bishop)
Masters comes out striking fast and often as the match begins, but it just takes one punch for Tyson to send him down. Masters finds his footing at Damien’s seven count. Masters gets back in there and he goes back to what he did moments ago, but this time he dodges a high punch and retalites with some kicks and an uppercut. Tyson gets a shot in, Masters blocks, but it sends him back a little bit. Before either man can strike next round one ends. Round two begins as Masters baits Tyson to come after him. Masters has speed on his side and can dodge Tyson’s counter attacks, but Tyson was able to eventually read it and caught Masters. Tyson combos a few blows together before allowing Master to fall. Tyson plays to the crowd to get some heat as the count begins. Masters manages to beat the count in time. Tyson gets back on him and looks like he wants to end it here, but Masters gets saved by the bell. Masters looks hurt as round three begins and Tyson looks to put him away. Tyson gets a few in before looking for the knockout blow. Masters parrys and retaliates with rapid fire body punches and some high kicks which takes Tyson down to a knee. Tyson gets back to his feet as the fans watching on are behind Masters. Tyson turns around…and takes a hadouken fireball. Don Callis feels there should be a disqualification as it catches Tyson and drops him. Tyson can’t answer the count, Masters wins.

Back inside we go and standing by with Hutch Henries is Nick Watts and James R. Kennedy. Before they talk about Watts regaining the Internet Championship, they take a moment to address what they just saw. Watts states that if Christopher Bishop wants to go a comic con and play dress up, that’s fine with him. But he warns Bishop not to think for one second this means he’ll be making a comeback to XCW. He sent Bishop packing, and if Bischop as much sets a foot in a XCW venue ever again Watts vows to break Bishop’s neck. As far as tonight’s match went, they proved that Hardy’s wins last month were all 100% pure luck, and James R. Kennedy states that this is just the beginning. Kennedy mentions that while the Internet Championship is nice, he and Watts desire more. They want to possess the very belt that Christopher Bishop helped put on the map, the Canadian National Championship. Kennedy warns Bobby Roode that he has two choices. The first being Roode can man up and defends his gold against Watts. Or, history will repeat itself and Watts will simply take it, and as we’ve seen already, what Watts wants, Watts gets.


Having picked up a respectable winning streak on the house show circuit, Julia Owens was named by Eric Bischoff the #1 contender to the women’s championship, which is being defended by Act Yasukawa, for the injured Skyler Raye. While they were against talent who some may deem to be in the middle of the pack, the boss felt her efforts warranted her a shot, and as we’ve seen in the women’s division throughout XCW’s history, sometimes all one needs is that one opportunity to make and impact, which the interim title holder was once in the challenger’s position.

Women’s Championship
Julia Owens vs Act Yasukawa

There were a couple of moments where it looked like we could see an upset in the making as the challenger was not afraid to taking to the air on more than one occasion. Act managed to put a stop to it by catching her challenger with a dropkick as she closed in from above. Sizing Owens up as it took the challenger a bit of time to get back to her feet, Act struck with a superkick once Owens turned to face her. It was on target, but Act wasn’t done there as she applied her headtrap argentine leg lock. The challenger was unresponsive as the superkick was a knockout blow, and referee Chris Truax calls for the bell, knowing that Owens can’t continue. Shortly after the match ended, the ring announcer broke news that moments ago Skyler Raye received medical clearance to compete, therefore Skyler Raye’s reign of women’s champion is re-instated. Skyler Raye hits the ring after the announcement is made, and from the looks of it she is out to regain possession of the gold. It looks like this will be quick, get the belt and go, but Act looks reluctant to hand it over. Don Callis notes the hesitation and feels it’s due to Act having to give it up after defending it, and giving the type of competitor she is it might be something her pride won’t allow. These two went at it at Starcade in a 60-minute ironman match, and while Skyler came out the winner, injuries suffered in that one kept her out of action since, from the look on Act’s face Act may be thinking re-match right here right now. However Act does return the belt as holds it out, with making minor contact in Skyler’s chest, before letting go of the gold, letting it fall into Skyler’s hands. Act then leaves the ring without saying a word. Skyler looks in Act’s direction as Act makes her exit. Both announcers observed a high amount of tension there, and Jason Kronan wonders how Oedo Tai as a whole, not how they’ll move forward, but if they can.

Hutch Henries catches up with Jeff Hardy in the locker room area. Earlier on, Hardy lost the Internet Championship to Nick Watts. Hardy’s shaken up from the contest, but is able to speak about it. Not long into the conversation, Matt Hardy enters the picture. Matt notices that this hasn’t been a good weekend for his brother, noting onces ageeeen Nick Watts is a champion. At least one member of the Hardy blood line was successful, as Matt won the greatest rumble in all of space and time yesterday afternoon, noting that is a comeback of epic proportions after…as much as it pains him to admit it, having been bested by his brother at Staradcade. Matt then asks Jeff what his next move will be, which Jeff gives it some thought, but Jeff asks Matt the same question. Jeff then tells Matt not to answer because he already knows Matt will continue to be a thorn in his side because even though Jeff beat him at Starcade, he didn’t finish the job. If that’s how Jeff wants to put it, then Jeff is partially correct. Jeff doesn’t want to know what the other part is, but he tells Matt to stay the hell out of his business. Nothing’s said by either man for a few seconds, until Matt bows out.

Before the next match gets introduced, the reigning Queen of the Ring Natalya makes a surprise entrance. She’s out here tonight to make an important announcement. As we all know, Rage in the Cage is scheduled for next month, however she’s out here tonight to confirm that the month after that marks the return of the annual Queen of the Ring tournament. Given the level of prestige surrounding the event, many wrestlers world wide have written in, making claims to the throne, and the title of Queen of the Ring, therefore preparations will begin a bit earlier than usual. Starting next week their will be regional qualifiers, and week by week the talent pool will decrease until the final 8 will compete in the quarter-final, semi-final, and final at the Queen of the Ring pay per view event itself. Eric Bischoff has confirmed that the reigning Queen of the Ring, being Natalya herself, automatically qualifies as one of the final 8. Both announcers feel that is a reasonable decision. While this does give her an advantage knowing she’s already in, she’s looking forward to a highly competitive tournament. Before she can add more, Karen Sato interrupts and joins her in the ring. Karen hasn’t been seen since Starcade, where Kana was defeated by Yoshiko in a barbwire match. Karen’s flying solo this evening, and she tells Natalya this is what she’s been waiting for. While she does not give an update on Kana’s status, she does mention that she isn’t sure where Kana currently stands, but Karen knows an opportunity when she sees it. XCW’s always been known as the land of opportunity, and this tournament is Karen’s opportunity to become known more than, as some have called her, a butt kisser when Kana was in Natalya’s spot, but to become known as a legend. If Kana wants to enter the tournament, that’s fine with her, and she’ll even be in her corner, but if luck of the draw pairs them against each other, she will use what she knows about the former queen and world champion to her advantage. Not only that, the possibility of getting the chance to not only face, but crush the Hart family name, the thought excites her. While some may call it foolish to use that choice of words around Natalya, Natalya actually likes what she hears. She can tell that Karen has the drive to go far, but can she produce when it counts? That’s what Natalya wants to see. No more words are spoken, but Karen gives Natalya strong look on who would join her in the final 8. To further illustrate that point, Karen refuses to leave the ring before Natalya. Natalya eventually does so, but just to avoid conflict. While there is a lot of time between now and when tournament’s ppv takes place, the road has begun.

As the ring clears, the events that lead to the next match up are shown. The Miz is on a roll, having completed the greatest comeback of all time, and wanting to expand on it. At the same time he looks to silence Chris Jericho, a man who Miz feels is foolish for refusing to let go of the spotlight, that Miz feels should 100% be on him, which his actions towards Jericho at Nemesis was a favour, according to him. Of course Jericho doesn’t feel it to be as such, and Y2J claims he is not only very much relevant, but he never wasn’t. Both have valid claims of whose time it is to back up. Will The Miz continue to rise, or with Chris Jericho add another masterpiece to his greatest hits collection?

The Miz vs Chris Jericho
Don Callis comments in the opening minutes as the two keep things even between them, that if Miz sticks to the same game plan he used against the Rock, that should serve him well against another high calibre opponent such as Chris Jerichio, but might not necessarily guarantee him the victory. Miz shows similar aggression and arrogance, but plays less to the crowd, which both members of the broadcast team notes as Miz is able to maintain the advantage of several minutes. Referee Jimmy Korderas reminds Miz that there are rules to follow, which does slow down the pace of Miz’s offence a bit. Jericho manages to fight is way back into the contest, until Miz puts a halt to the comeback by yanking Jericho down by the hair. Miz goes for the pin, but referee Jimmy Korderas opts not to count, and when Miz questions it the reason he gets is the blatant hair pull. Jericho makes a move, but Miz gets to him first and plants him with a snapmare driver. This time the referee counts the pin, but two count only. Miz thought he had him there, but that’s not the case. Miz sizes up Jericho and grabs hold of him from behind, setting up for a running bulldog. Jericho escapes and shoves Miz away. Miz strikes the corner and when he feeds out he takes the bulldog. Jericho connects with the lionsault, cover, two count. That sudden burst requires Jericho to take a few downed seconds to get his wind back, however the Miz is also down. Jericho makes it to his feet at the referee’s count of five, with Miz not far behind. Jericho strikes first, and now the Miz is on the defensive. Miz manages to block a codebreaker attempt, but gets taken down from behind again and locked in an armbar. Miz manages to get to the ropes quickly to force a break, which both announcers agree that while he doesn’t use it all that often, the armbar is one of Jericho’s signature moves, for a number of reasons. Miz is favouring the arm a bit as he gets back to his feet, but he turns right into a codebreaker. Jericho with the cover, nearfall. Even though it was only a two count, momentum is going Jericho’s way and he can feel it. Jericho begins to wear down Miz further, which Don Callis comes to the style of Bret Hart back in the day. Jericho does the ten punches in the corner, and in a daze Miz airboxes a couple of punches before flopping down. The crowd’s firmly behind Y2J as he goes for the legs, walls of Jericho coming up. Referee in perfect position to check for the submission as the Miz tries to hold on. Miz manages to grab hold of the referee. Jimmy Korderas attempts to pull himself away from Miz, and he manages to do so, but ends up taking the Miz with him, breaking the hold. Miz uses the referee to get to his feet, also apologizing to the official in the process. Jericho’s back on his feet now and rushes in, Miz moves out of the way, and Jericho collides with the referee. Jericho checks on the official, allowing the Miz to strike with a low blow, and then the skull crushing finale. Jimmy Korderas manages to shake the cobwebs loose enough to see Miz with the pin and starts a count. It’s a bit on the slow side, but it’s enough to give Miz the win. Jason Kronan doesn’t like how it happened, which neither does Don Callis, to an extent. Some might not have done that , but Callis knows many who would have also struck Jericho from behind if an opportunity presented itself. Miz takes a moment to gloat over Jericho, mocking him with a one foot pin pose before returning backstage.

Earlier on, Natalya confirmed the return of the Queen of the Ring tournament, and as she explains to Brad Rose, qualification matches will begin soon. She’s already been in contact with not only those on the current roster, but various independents as well. She’s even heard from some XCW alumni who haven’t been seen here in years. While only 8 will make it to the pay per view portion of the tournament, already she is pleased with the interest it is attracting. When asked about Karen Sato earlier on, Natalya confirms that Karen will be part of the qualification process. She’s still waiting to hear back from Kana, who won last year’s tournament, but lost the crown due to her corruption backfiring on her, to see if she wants to compete in this year’s tournament. Natalya adds that Kana still has time to respond, but notes time is running out. Before things can be sent back to ringside, Rose informs Natalya of some late breaking news, and it involves the tournament. A short video clip from the twitter page of Charlotte is shown, where Charlotte declares her intentions to enter and win this year’s Queen of the Ring tournament. She hasn’t been seen or heard from since Bret Hart suggested she take some time to her self, but she states she’s back and is ready to take what she deserves, and everybody will have no choice but to bow town to the rightful queen of wrestling. Both Brad Rose and Natalya weren’t expecting to hear that announcement, but with that being said, Natalya confirms Charlotte’s entry.


We’re moments away from the main event of the evening, which Hutch Henries catches up with the challenger just outside of the gorilla position. Lana declares that we are moments away from witnessing history, adding that for the first time, the heavyweight championship will come to the home of where champions are made. For far too long the Americans, the British, and the Canadians have held the gold, but that all changes tonight. Last night, Rusev crushed an American’s dream of becoming a champion, tonight he ends Harry Smith. Rusev’s ready to go as he heads out following Lana’s words.


World Heavyweight Championship
Rusev w/Lana vs Harry Smith

As it was mentioned, Rusev is hot off a submission win against Jack Swagger, and as this one progresses he looks to determined to do the same to the champion. Smith manages to escape the accolade once, but later on in the bought Rusev gets it in him a second time after planting Smith with a belly to belly suplex with authority after escaping a bulldog bomb attempt. Lana can feel the championship will soon change hands as Smith is in serious trouble here. Referee Eddington James is about to check the arms of Smith when Nathan Cruz hits the ring and nails Rusev in the back of the head with his exit stage right punt kick. Cruz then drills the referee upside the head with a loaded first, but that’s not noticed right away, before making his way to the ring announcer’s position and swipes a mic, and the championship belt. The ring announcer doesn’t want to give him the belt, but he takes the loaded first, which the broadcast team catch. He re-enters the ring telling Smith he’s having a change of heart He then notices Rusev getting back to his feet, he then tasked a loaded fist up high. He warns Lana if she even gets on apron she’s next. He Smith not to worry, but at that point security has hit the ring, and he knocks them out one by one before continuing, telling Smith he no longer has to worry about wanting Nathan Cruz, because here he is. Cruz then stops however, as he notices Smith attempting to get back to his feet. Cruz lets him do that before striking him in the face with the gold. Cruz goes down to Smith’s level and makes his own three count, and declares himself the new heavyweight champion of the world. And as the new champion, his first act will be to return to the UK and place this piece of scrap metal on the desk of William Regal, and get what he rightfully deserves. The live crowd isn’t taking too kindly to this display as not only some trash is being thrown at the ring, but a few chairs as well. None come close to hitting Cruz, but it doesn’t help matters that he is egging the people on. Cruz declares he did something that Triple H and the McMahons failed to accomplish a year and a half ago, and that’s be the champion that this company deserves. A couple of the security staff gets back on their feet and they get knocked down. One fan’s seen enough and he comes at Cruz, however he gets knocked down and put in the Cruz Control. Eric Bischoff runs out from being the curtain, waving to whoever is behind him. The locker room has cleared out and heading for the ring. Cruz lets go and vacates the ring with the gold. He takes his chances by exiting the way he came in. Cruz manages to get to the one of the section entrances before holding up the top prize in XCW before disappearing from sight. Bischoff does not look pleased with what just happened. Various members of the roster help Smith to his feet, while Brian Kendrick and Bobby Roode decide to resume the chase. However it’s too little too little too late, as Cruz has left the building, and more importantly, left with the XCW World Heavyweight Championship belt in his possession. The show comes to a close with those looking in the direction Cruz ran.
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Thor's hammer? ? Is the Ironman title for XCW similar to DDT? Just a joke belt? Seemed like an odd opener - feel like Sami could be used for way more - he's like the uber babyface. Also, I would've liked to have seen more bits explained in that match, like Tye doing some comedy spots. Also, considering how Zayn is being used - it may be worth just making him El Generico again. It'd fit the "Ironman" title feel.

I also think the pure chaos of such a title needs some more attention. For example, I see you add lines like "X wrestler won the title" - I would like to see segments (ala WWF Hardcore title) that shows that title change more often (even if 4 lines of "during commercial break"). If I were watching this show and an announcer said, "Welp, Joe Blow just won the hardcore title" I'd be a frustrated fan - having wanted to see that fight.

Nit-picky thing - it'd be nice to know who was champ going into matches (like having it say "Toni Storm[c]"), also would be nice to see the winner in bold - just easier to read. Nothing major.

I'll admit that i agree with Joe - Toni Storm as a heel is odd. She is very much a natural babyface. Has she cut any heel promos before in XCW? Maybe it'd be good to get her some mic time or do something TRULY nasty to get this heel persona over.

I really like how you're using Jericho - the grizzled veteran, realizing he's not in his prime, but he's far from being a has-been. I like this babyface Jericho - it's different and I can totally see it working. His stuff with the Miz is my favorite angle on the show.

Not sure who Alex Bryce is, or why he teams with Heath Slater - would really like some more segments to better understand that pairing.

The EPW cross-promotion is interesting. Between EPW vs. XCW and EPW vs. RevPro, seems like EPW is starting to sink it's teeth in places everywhere! The Dudleys asking a fan when the next EPW show was was weird - but I liked the build to the cross promotion match.

James R. Kennedy is one of my fav UK talents, so glad to see him being used as the uber heel manager. It's a good spot for him.

The Mike Tyson/Masters thing was confusing. I'd imagine if I knew the two HG talents, I may have better understood it. It seemed to be oddly placed in the show.

The little quip with Bischoff/Julia Owens was cool - I liked the reference to House Show wins meaning something. Very old school. I liked that style of booking based on wins/losses, even if fans didn't see it. If it were real, it'd make the house shows seem more important to people.
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- Fun opener between Sami Zayn and Tye Dillinger. The sort of fun you expect from the Ironman Division.

- I like that Toni Storm is being pushed as a champion but just can't get in to this heel run to be honest.

- Some fun stuff with The Sanguinary interrupting via video link. No doubt The Dudleyz will get their match.

- Strong victory for Nick Watts to win back his belt. James R. Kennedy's stable seem to be collecting belts.

- I will admit that the Tyson/Masters deal went right over my head. Maybe I just don't get that kind of humour.

- Another brutal showing for Act Yasukawa. The finish with Skyler Raye confused me though.

- Chaotic finish to Smith/Rusev. There's no doubt something big will go down when these two finally face off.
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