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EPW Live #116; Live from Nottingham
Topic Started: Jun 29 2018, 06:09 PM (21 Views)
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RELOADED MATCH #1: TK Cooper defeated Jimmy Havoc via pinfall after wiping his opponent out with a Running Spear and then executing the Spiral Tap for the three count. The Sanguinary ran down after the bell to attack however Cooper escaped just in time.

RELOADED MATCH #2: Viper defeated Dahlia Black via pinfall in a Non-Title Match with the Viper Driver. The champion was dominant throughout. She picked up the loser from the canvas afterwards and shook her hand in a great show of respect.

RELOADED MATCH #3: Zack Sabre Jr. (with Will Ospreay) defeated Zack Gibson (with James Drake) via submission with the Cross Armbreaker. James Drake will make his return to the ring later on against Will Ospreay.

EPW Live #116

As Reloaded comes to an end, the main broadcast begins with a video package of last week's three hour special to the sound of Shattered Skies - No Ones Safe. Pete Dunne managed to retain his EPW World Undisputed Championship against all the odds. We also saw Nick Aldis win the Battle For The Briefcase to earn a title match whenever he wishes to take it. The episode opens with a shot of William Regal's office all set up for his arrival. After welcoming us, Mauro Ranallo reveals that the commissioner has not turned up to the building yet. The Corporate Entourage are also absent. Nigel McGuinness wonders whether our boss has finally snapped after being disgraced by Pete Dunne and Alex Shane also thinks that could be the case. Could this be the straw that's broken the camel's back? We come to you live from Nottingham. The arena goes wild when 'Bruiserweight' by CFO$ blares across the speakers. Out walks Pete Dunne with his title belt around his waist and his sledgehammer in hand. As he reaches the ring, he is passed the microphone. The reigning champion declares that he is taking over the show tonight seeing as William Regal and his corporate lackies are nowhere to be seen. For the last two years he has felt the strong arm of authority however tonight is his turn to take the reigns. The fans are delighted as his music plays again. The Bruiserweight joins the commentary team for the opener whilst borrowing Nigel McGuinness's blazer. Let The Pete Dunne Show begin...

Moustache Mountain vs. The C.C.K

BUILD: Both of these pairings are former EPW British Tag Team Champions and both have fallen to current champions; The Sanguinary. A win here could see them claw themselves back in to contention for the gold. Trent Seven and Tyler Bate last week lost their chance to regain the belts in controversial fashion. Chris Brookes and Kid Lykos were also screwed out of their title reign by Jimmy Havoc and Mark Haskins back at EPW Live #105. The fans are split 50/50 in terms of reaction for this one. They all shake hands before the bell. It appears we have no animosity as we head in to this bout. Pete Dunne settles in to the commentary position nicely and appears to be looking forward to the match that is about to take place.

MATCH HIGHLIGHTS
- Tyler Bate and Chris Brookes exchange holds in the squared circle to kick this match off. The Iron Master gets the better of his opponent when the pace gets quicker. He pulls off a Dropkick, a Monkey Flip and a Rebound Lariat.
- With Moustache Mountain taking control, Trent Seven tags in to execute some heavier offence to his opponent. The Bombardier Of Battery delivers the Machine Gun Chops to Brookes in the corner followed by a Back Suplex.
- Trent Seven nails a Vertical Suplex transitioned in to a Powerslam for a two count. Brookes begins to fight back when he is dragged up off the canvas eventually turns the tables with a Ripcord Knee.
- The C.C.K finally pick up some momentum after Brookes tags out to the fresh Kid Lykos. The Dirty Wolf uses his speed advantage to deliver a Step-Up Enzuiguri, a Headscissors Takedown and a Wheelbarrow Bulldog in quick succession.
- Kid Lykos sets up for the Sunset Flip Powerbomb for a two count. Trent Seven uses the ropes to get us so the masked high-flyer tries to pull off the 619 but his heavyweight opponent catches him and delivers a Scoop Slam.
- Moustache Mountain execute the Death Sentence for another two count. Lykos doesn't go down without a fight. He pulls off that 619 to Tyler Bate before jumping off the ropes for a Springboard 450 Splash for a near fall for his team.
- Tyler Bate sends Chris Brookes spinning with the Big Swing. Kid Lykos tries to break it with a Diving Crossbody from behind. The Iron Master no sells and sends him swinging too with an Airplane Spin.

FINISH: Tyler Bate releases the move and he is a little dizzy. Trent Seven comes in to dispose of Kid Lykos with a Clothesline over the ropes. He then joins him at ringside following a Running Suicide Dive through the middle ropes and fights him off so his tag team partner can carry on with the offence with no interruption. Meanwhile in the ring, the 21-year old technician fights off an Octopus Stretch by Chris Brookes and drills him with a Rolling Wheel Kick on the rebound. The fans stand as he pulls off the Tyler Driver '97. The leg is hooked. The referee counts three giving Moustache Mountain a well deserved victory. The winners get their arms raised however it isn't long until they are jumped from behind by The Sanguinary who have bad intentions. The champions begin to stomp down on their rivals until Pete Dunne stands up from the announce table. The Bruiserweight tears his jacket off before charging down the aisle. As he hits the ring, a six-man brawl breaks out. One side consists of Mark Haskins, Jimmy Havoc and Bram. The other of Pete Dunne, Tyler Bate and Trent Seven. Moustache Mountain send both Jimmy Havoc and Mark Haskins bailing from the ring. Pete Dunne continues to scrap with Bram and teases executing the Bitter End until the enforcer of The Sanguinary shoves him away. The Chesterfield Plague escapes the ring in frustration to join his partners at the end of the ramp. We head to our first break with Dunne sizing up his British Strong Style running mates Seven and Bate. After words are exchange, The Bruiserweight leaves them behind in the ring with a grin on his face.

As we return, Pete Dunne has his feet up in the office meant for William Regal. The Bruiserweight technically isn't in charge of the show but who is going to stand in his way? He has written up the scheduled matches for the night on a white board behind him while several member of the production crew quickly scribble it up. The main event is Pete Dunne himself taking on the man who he was just brawling with; Bram. It looks like he wants to settle this issue in the squared circle. The champ's belt is on his desk alongside his trademark sledgehammer. In walks Josh Bodom who has his recently retained EPW British Junior Championship proudly placed over his shoulder. The Blonde Bomber hasn't come in to cause any trouble however he has a sick note claiming that he picked up a knock in his match against Angelico last week so won't be able to compete in the rematch Dunne had scheduled for this evening. The Bruiserweight looks at it, screws it up and tells him to get out of the building before he kicks his ass in to touch. Bodom backs out claiming that he looks forward to Regal returning to finally teach Dunne a lesson. The rebel in charge turns round to see a framed picture of the actual commissioner that the staff had prepared for William Regal's arrival. This triggers Dunne to grab his sledgehammer, swing it and smash through the glass. The picture hits the floor as the segment comes to a close.

The match was originally scheduled to be Josh Bodom putting up his title once again against Angelico however as we saw in the segment just now, the champion claims to be injured so cannot compete this evening. The high-flyer from South Africa is getting some great reactions from the fans as of late who are impressed with his unique style in the ring. Out comes Ilja Dragunov who has impressed as of late on Reloaded. His win-loss record is a mixed bag but there's no doubting how competitive he has been even in the matches where he was defeated. The grappler from Russia doesn't even make it to the ring though. Jordan Devlin jumps him from behind and throws him in to the steel barricade followed by the steel steps. The interfering wrestler then rushes the ring where he shoves the referee down, ducks a Clothesline attempt and drills Angelico with a Corkscrew Roundhouse Kick. He continues to wade in to the babyface with mounted closed fists until Ilja Dragunov gets in to the ring. This match has been thrown out by the referee now. It has descended in to chaos. As Dragunov approaches, Devlin turns and crotches him with a Low Blow. He follows up with the Package Piledriver whilst the fans descend in to boos. The cocky Irishman drops Angelico with his finisher too. Devlin looks furious as he snatches a microphone from new ring announcer Andy Shepherd. This angry heel expresses his disgust at seeing two imports in an English Pro Wrestling ring when there's talent in the back who are sat in the back not even being used. From this day forward, he is making it his personal mission to make sure this doesn't happen any more. He is Jordan Devlin and he is The Import Killer. Having made an impact, he drops the microphone and leaves the squared circle with a determined look on his face. Devlin has certainly sent a message to the people at the top.

Sweet Saraya enters William Regal's office which is currently occupied by Pete Dunne who seems to be running the show The general manager of the women's division actually has no objection to his taking over of the show however what she is concerned about is that two of the talents on her roster are meant to be making their debuts against one another tonight and she intends on making sure that all goes ahead. The Bruiserweight strokes his beard for a moment before telling Saraya she has no need to worry. The match is on his scheduled card however he has made a slight tweak; it's gonna be the first ever Tables Match in the history of the women's division. Sweet Saraya is more than happy with this ruling. The segment ends with her and Pete Dunne shake hands and she even goes as far as saying he is a lot easier to deal with than William Regal.

Will Ospreay (with Zack Sabre Jr.) vs. James Drake (with Zack Gibson)

BUILD: All four of these men were very busy at last week's three hour special. Zack Sabre Jr. and Will Ospreay both came close to winning the Battle For The Briefcase and the usual team were forced to come to blows with hopes of singles success. There looks to be no animosity between them now though. James Drake returned to English Pro Wrestling to help Zack Gibson defeat David Starr and announce the reformation of The Grizzled Young Veterans too. This week they both enter the ring and Zack Gibson has the microphone. The heat is nuclear in Nottingham. After once again declaring The Grizzled Young Veterans back in business, he explains that his tag team partner came to the recent realisation that the two of them are a more legitimate threat. Liverpool's Number One claims that it is only a matter of time before they climb to the top of the tag team division and take their rightful place as the greatest pairing in English Pro Wrestling history. The boos turn to cheer when Ospreay decides he has had enough and make his way down to the ring with Sabre Jr. in his corner. The commentary team show us a short replay of the conclusion to Zack Sabre Jr. defeating Zack Gibson earlier on Reloaded. The Grizzled Young Veterans are out for redemption.

MATCH HIGHLIGHTS
- Will Ospreay controls the first portion of the match with some fast paced offence which angers his opponent. After being nailed with a Handspring Enzuiguri, James Drake escapes to ringside to talk tactics with his corner man.
- A chase ensues on the outside after Ospreay gets tired of waiting. Drake uses this to his advantage and starts stomping his counterpart once they reach the ring. He then follows up with a Running Bulldog and a Knee Drop.
- James Drake slows things down with a grounded attack whilst Sabre Jr. and Gibson cheer on their respective partners from ringside. Ospreay eventually battles back leading to him delivering the Rainham Maker for a two count.
- As The Aerial Assassin sets up for the Springboard Forearm Smash, Zack Gibson takes action and holds on to his foot. Zack Sabre Jr. warns him off. Meanwhile Drake nails Ospreay with a stiff right hook and a Suplex back in to the ring.
- Mr. Mayhem slows things down yet again. He locks on a Camel Clutch in the middle sapping the energy from his opponent. Drake grows tired when his adversary refuses to quit however continues to focus on the back.
- The fans really rally behind Will Ospreay as he tries to fight back but is continuously cut off. The Aerial Assassin turns the tables again with a Running Knee Strike on the rebound followed by the Cheeky Nando's Kick.

FINISH: Will Ospreay watches on as his opponent struggles to his feet. He approaches and lays him out with the Essex Destroyer. The leg is hooked. The referee counts. James Drake manages to get his shoulder up before three. The Aerial Assassin decides to apply a submission of his own. He locks on the Octopus Stretch in the middle. Mr. Mayhem yells out in pain. Zack Gibson is up to mischief again at ringside. The loud moth from Liverpool drills Zack Sabre Jr. from behind with a Forearm Smash before laying him out with the Helter Skelter. In the mean time, Ospreay sees what has happened from the ring before releasing the hold. He leaps over the ropes to avenge his partner and wipes out his newfound enemy with the Sasuke Special. The crowd go nuts for the high risk move. This turns out to be a mistake. When he steps back through the ropes, James Drake boots the middle rope which crotches Ospreay. Mr. Mayhem takes advantage by dropping him with the Sit-Out DDT as he falls back in to the ring. The leg is hooked for the three count. James Drake returns to the ring with a victory. He wastes no time in leaving. The Grizzled Young Veterans meet back up at ringside with a giant hug and make a hasty exit up the ramp. Meanwhile, Hybrid Theory gather themselves in the ring looking pissed at what has just gone down.

Jennifer Louise is joined in the backstage area by the newest tag team to join the division; Jack Gallagher and Doug Williams. They were set to take on Nathan Cruz and another member of The Corporate Entourage in a tag team match this week however with the absence of the commissioner and his entire faction of wrestlers, it looks like the match is postponed. Jack Gallagher speaks on being disheartened that they won't get the chance to both debut as a combined force but also teach a lesson to a couple of arse kissing corporate lackies. He was quite looking forward to joining forces with some one who he has idolised for decades now. Doug Williams thanks his new cohort for the compliment before proposing that they don't throw the towel in on their night just yet. The Anarchist challenges any other team in the locker room to meet them in the ring for a match. He doesn't want to wait any longer to get back in the EPW ring. The Extraordinary Gentleman thinks this is a terrific idea. Jennifer Louise thanks them for their time before they continue preparing for the possibility of still having a match. We guess anything goes on The Pete Dunne Show...

Tables Match
Katie Lea vs. Chakara


BUILD: Both of these women made their debuts only last week. Chakara aligned herself with Jinny Couture and Laura Di Matteo in an in-ring segment to form The House Of Couture faction. In another shocking twist, Katie Lea made her return to the promotion to confront the newly formed group. She challenged the leader of the group to a match originally however Jinny revealed she was nursing an injury so was unable to compete. Chakara though seemed more than up for the challenge and stepped up to Katie Lea. As the segment ended, The House Of Couture tried to attack Katie Lea. The veteran fought back against the odds to clear the ring. Earlier tonight this match was also made in to a Tables Match by Pete Dunne who seems to be voluntarily taking the reigns in William Regal's absence. Sweet Saraya had no issue with the ruling either. The House Of Couture make their way out. Jessika Carr makes the wise decision to cart both Jinny Couture and Laura Di Matteo with help from security so that we have no outside interference from them after seeing what happened in the previous contest. As they are being escorted out, Katie Lea makes her entrance to a great reception from the fans in Nottingham. Alex Shane claims to have spoken to the former XCW Intercontinental Champion earlier and she is determined to strive for even greater heights than in her original run with the company.

MATCH HIGHLIGHTS
- Chakara puts in a good showing in the early stages. The EPW crowd hasn't had a chance to see her in action. She proves to be a tenacious competitor delivering a mix of hard strikes, power moves and rest holds to wear down the veteran.
- The newest member of Jinny Couture's entourage brings out a table first. She sets it up in the corner with the intention of spearing her opponent through it. Chakara charges forward, Katie Lea leapfrogs her and delivers a Gutwrench Suplex.
- Now it is time for the veteran to take charge. She tries putting her rival through the table herself however she is still showing fight. The former XCW Intercontinental Champion changes tact and decides to wear her down in the corner instead.
- Katie Lea delivers a Clothesline, a Dropkick and a Running Neckbreaker in quick succession. She then decides to rally up the crowd who get right behind her. Chakara is struggling big time now.
- The table is now set up in the ring. Katie Lea tries to deliver a Vertical Suplex through it but Chakara escapes. The rookie heel regains momentum with a Running Leg Lariat followed by a Running Leg Drop.
- The experienced babyface is laid out on the table. Chakara climbs up top with a view at the victory. She dives off with a Frog Splash however her opponent rolls off bring the table toppling over with her.

FINISH: Chakara drags her opponent up and once again positions the table near the corner. This time it looks like she is going to execute a Superplex. As she places Katie Lea on the ropes and joins her up top, we see some more fight in the veteran with some punches to the gut. Her opponent is forced to let go. She lifts Chakara off her feet before spinning her round from the second rope through the table with a TKO. Katie Lea wins. Her arm is raised by Jessika Carr whilst Andy Sheppard announces her as the victor. A camera comes in for a close shot after she has saluted the fans from the second rope. She warns Jinny Couture that she is coming for her. Injured or not, the heel from London can't hide forever.

As we return from the break, Xia Brookside makes her way out from the backstage area to cheers from the crowd. She won the final of the Klondyke Kate Classic at EPW Live #115 and appears to be over the moon. The fans' feelings are mutual. The 19-year old rookie explains what an honour it is to be mentioned in the same breath as a legend such as Klondyke Kate let alone win a trophy named after the veteran herself. Another person she wants to thank is Sweet Saraya for giving her the opportunity to prove herself. The general manager of the women's division is another woman who she always looked up to. She also wants to give a shout out to Millie McKenzie. Regardless of the result, she knows it could have gone either way and would be honoured to tear the house down yet again whenever she wants. Brookside mentions the name Viper which triggers the music of the current EPW British Women's Champion. The Vixen Of Violence makes her way down the aisle to join The Wildcat in the ring before being handed a microphone of her own. She congratulates Xia on really proving herself last week. She didn't just win a match last week, she won the approval of the fans and the locker room. Viper welcomes her to the big time with a hand shake. The rookie accepts with a smile however the champ looks forward to seeing what she's got when they eventually meet in the ring. Both women nod their head without keeping their eyes off each other. Viper eventually tells Brookside that she may be impressed but doesn't intend on dropping the gold any time soon. Strong words by the champ as she leaves the ring. Xia Brookside seems up for the challenge. There is no word on when her title shot will be yet. After that segment, you've got to believe it will be sooner rather than later.

Jack Gallagher & Doug Williams vs. The Aussie Open (with Travis Banks)

BUILD: As the newest team on the block enter, the commentary team inform us that their challenge has been accepted by one of the toughest teams in the division who have a point to prove. Nigel McGuinness comes up on commentary with the collective name of The Ambassadors for Jack Gallagher and Doug Williams which seems to stick for the time being. Thy seem confident despite not knowing who their opponents will be. 'Count To F*ck' by Run The Jewels blares over the speakers to signify the entrance of Australasian Strong Style. The Aussie Open walk out either side of Travis Banks who will be joining the commentary team for the duration of this bout. Mark Davis and Kyle Fletcher have been looking for a way to climb up the ramps in the tag team division and also impress their faction leader Travis Banks who is growing increasingly frustrated as of late at his lack of opportunities. The Kiwi Buzzsaw immediately complains on commentary about losing the Battle For The Briefcase. Alex Shane talks up claiming that maybe Banks could recapture his former success if he got rid of the chip on his shoulders and started using his natural ability rather than spending his entire matches looking for shortcuts. This only riles him up more. Mauro Ranallo eventually restores order in time for the sound of the bell so we can focus on the match at hand.

MATCH HIGHLIGHTS
- Jack Gallagher is in first with Kyle Fletcher and ties him in knots on the canvas. The Aussie Arrow is fuming however this only leads him in to more trouble when he is thrown down to the canvas again with a Judo Throw.
- Doug Williams is tagged in to a standing ovation from the fans. The legend is well respected and have been desperate to see him back in the ring. He tries to grapple with Fletcher but is cheap shotted and beaten down.
- Mark Davis uses his strength advantage to execute a Pumphandle Slam. Dunkzilla tries to chop Williams down to size in the corner however The Anarchist battles back with several chops of his own.
- The faces continue to maintain control when Williams delivers a Double Underhook Suplex followed by a Running Knee Drop. He applies an Inverted Gory Special to the sounds of 'YOU'VE STILL GOT IT' from the fans.
- Dunkzilla manages to avoid the Anarchy Knee in the corner by Williams. He stomps him down and the heels do a number on the 45-year old technician. Kyle Fletcher execute a Hi-Low for a two count for his team.
- The Aussie Open are relentless in not letting Williams tag out. Eventually The Anarchist reverses a Double Flapjack attempt in to a Running Clothesline on both men to crawl over for the tag to his partner.
- The Extraordinary Gentleman fires up as he climbs in. He delivers a Clothesline, a Lady Of The Lake Takedown and a Running Corner Dropkick to each of his opponents. Fletcher manages to kick out just before three.

FINISH: Jack Gallagher delivers several forearms to Kyle Fletcher in the corner with a view to hit another Running Corner Dropkick. As he charges forward, Mark Davis tackles him with a Running Body Block to illegally wipe him out. The crowd boo as the official orders him in to the corner. Gallagher and Fletcher both crawl to their corners to get the tag. Davis and Williams go at it for a while until the veteran ducks a Clothesline, forces his opponent in to the corner and executes the Chaos Theory. The fans pop big for the finishing move that revolutionised British wrestling as we know it. He holds on for the bridge as the crowd count along with the referee's three count. The Ambassadors pick up their very first win. Jack Gallagher soon returns to the ring for the celebrations. The first step of their career as a tag team is complete and they celebrate on the turnbuckles. The fans are impressed by Williams' performance. They continue on with the 'YOU STILL GOT IT' chants from earlier on. His partner gives him a pat on the back too and raised his arm for a round of applause.

Meanwhile, the camera cuts to the parking lot where a limo has pulled up. The door swings open and out steps Sha Samuels who is carrying a baseball bat. You can hear the boos from the arena. We are not done yet though. Nathan Cruz walks out with brass knuckles over both fists. Fit Finlay, Dave Taylor and Robbie Brookside come round from the other side with a crowbar each whilst Joe Hendry pulls out a leather strap from the boot and he is yelling at El Ligero to get out. The Masked Sensation has a chain himself. The Corporate Entourage have arrived. William Regal finally steps out with a scowl on his face. He orders his troops through the back door and they have finally arrived ahead of the main event. The commissioner cannot be happy about the way Pete Dunne has hijacked the show in his absence and it appears there could be heavy consequences.

As we return from the break Pete Dunne is making his entrance from the backstage area for his match. Nigel McGuinness takes it upon himself to leave the broadcast table and let him know what's just happened however he is too late. The Bruiserweight reaches the ring and he is taken down by the angry mob of corporate stooges whilst William Regal watches from ringside. The commissioner orders McGuinness back to the commentary desk otherwise he will fire him on the spot. He reluctantly walks straight to the back with his head down knowing there is nothing he can do. Finlay, Taylor and Brookside all hold Dunne in to position as Samuels, Cruz, Hendry and Ligero line up to start swinging with their weapons. This could turn ugly. Suddenly, Trent Seven and Tyler Bate appear from the backstage area for the save. They haven't forgotten about Pete Dunne saving them from a beaten courtesy of The Sanguinary earlier on. They are out here to return the favour. Unfortunately for them, Seven is drilled in the ribs with Samuels' baseball bat on arrival and then hit several times whilst on the floor before being choked out. Cruz deals Bate with a single shot with the brass knuckles which sends him toppling down like a log. The Prima Donna can't help himself though and continues to throw some more right hands which busts open The Iron Master. They soon get rid of Moustache Mountain so they can focus on their main target. Joe Hendry pulls down the straps on Pete Dunne's singlet and begins to lay in to him with the leather strap until his back turns red. The Prestigious One then orders El Ligero to choke Pete Dunne with the steel chain which he does. The beat down continues for a couple more minutes. The heat in Nottingham is at an all time high. The champion is eventually knocked unconscious after several title shots by Sha Samuels who was defeated in a title match only last week. Blood runs from Dunne's forehead as The East End Butcher drops his title over his limp body. The brawler from Birmingham really has been taught a lesson. William Regal takes a rare moment to get physical too. The commissioner locks on the Regal Stretch which Dunne has used to tease the boss on many occasions over the last few months. The attack ends with The Bruiserweight being brought to his knees by the corporate lackies before Regal decks him with the Knee Trembler. The commentary can't even speak on this right now. They are obviously disgusted but if they talk against Regal there jobs could be at risk and maybe even their health at this rate. The Corporate Entourage leave the ring together. As they exit up the aisle, Under The Influence - Versus The World is heard throughout the arena. Nick Aldis jogs down the aisle dragging senior official Chris Roberts by his shirt. This opportunist is cashing in the briefcase he won last week. The Corporate Entourage wait around on the stage as ring announcer Alex Sheppard announces the match is going ahead.

EPW World Undisputed Championship
Pete Dunne (c) vs. Nick Aldis


Nick Aldis immediately hooks the leg. The referee counts. Pete Dunne somehow gets a shoulder up just before three. The fans go nuts. In the mean time, Moustache Mountain are finally beginning to stir at ringside and find their feet. William Regal sends Samuels, Cruz, Hendry and Ligero to deal with them which they do. Nick Aldis drags The Bruiserweight's limp body up for the Tormentum but accidentally lets him go from the Fireman's Carry position. Dunne rolls up for the School Boy pin. The crowd count. The fresh challenger kicks out though. As he gets up, he charges at Dunne for the Running Big Boot however the champion ducks and executes the Bitter End. It takes him a good ten seconds to roll over. Once he does, the crowd count along with the pin. Aldis kicks out just before three. The National Treasure is not done. The blood is still spilling from Dunne's head as he tries to climb to his feet. He topples in to a lifeless heap though. The challenger takes advantage by locking on the King's Lynn Cloverleaf. The Bruiserweight is literally face down in a pool of his own blood. He withstands the hold for at least a minute before going unconscious once again. The referee ends it. Nick Aldis wins and is the new EPW World Undisputed Championship. The EPW British Atlas Champion is handed his newly won belt by the referee along with the one he already had. Trash is launched in by the crowd. Nick Aldis is now public enemy #1. The Corporate Entourage eventually join the new champion in the ring where he is holding up his two titles on the second rope. Aldis and Regal exchange words for a few moments before shaking hands and embracing with a hug. The Corporate Entourage then hoist the double champion up on to their shoulders as the show closes. It appears The National Treasure has sold his soul to William Regal.
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If Aldis needed a bit more convincing that TK Cooper is ready to face him, a win over Havoc should help TK’s cause, plus he managed to avoid having his ass handed to him post-bell, can’t overlook that.

Dunne running the show tonight? I’ll admit I’m not sure what to expect. Gotta give a nod to the Dunne putting on a blazer spot.

Dunn making a women’s table match later? Can that even stick? Then again I doubt anyone would tell him no at this point. At least both gals didn’t seem to object to it. Glad to see Katie Lea come out on top.

A good start for Williams and Gallagher. Wondering how long it will last, but so far so good.

It was only a matter of time before Dunne fell, and man did he fall hard. If anything his championship loss may mean Regal may not punish him severally for his actions earlier in the evening, then again knowing Regal, that might still happen. I guess that remains to be seen, but excuse me while I vacate the thread before the EPW faithful debate on whether or not to set it on fire.
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- I really liked the old school intro - taking us to an empty office and the announcers bringing us into the event. A nice way to set the stage

- The CCK/MM match was pretty solid, but it seemed like CCK were WAY out of their league. It wasn't a close match, and MM pretty much dominated here. If that was the intent (to really put over MM) - then it worked. They are taken as serious competitors, but CCK not really being seen as a threat could hurt them a little bit (nothing they can't bounce back from).

- Dunne acting as 'interim' authority is a bit weird - but kind of cool and different. At first, I was confused, but with his "arrogant bad-ass" gimmick, it made sense to me and actually was really fun to read through. The "sick note" Bodom was pretty funny - but I would've liked to have seen some dialogue written out from the two, rather than paragraph summary.

- I LOVE Jordan Devlin's new gimmick - the IMPORT KILLER. That is EXCELLENT. Great idea! I look forward to seeing this blossom.

- Saraya/Dunne segment was a cool segment. Nothing super special, but I always like seeing two characters who don't normally interact having a segment

- Drake vs. Ospreay was a fun match. I liked the ending a lot. Kept you on your toes. I didn't anticipate Drake winning, but I liked it. Shows that, team wise, Drake and Gibson are more in-sync and likely a better team.

- Katie Lea vs. Chakara Tables Match was more fun than I thought. An interesting way to debut Chakara. I thought, given Katie's pretty established, Chakara would pick up the win. Not sure where Chakara goes from here - though Katie looked very strong with the 2nd rope TKO.

- Xia vs. Viper is likely my favorite female angle - it's straight forward and ALL about the gold. Viper is a REALLY strong champion, and Xia is this young star on the rise. You don't need to be fancy to make this an interesting angle, and you're doing it perfectly. Let the characters drive the story, and no need to make it some heated, blood feud. Two strong women with a lot to prove. Very well done. I don't really know Xia in RL, but EPW got me interested in her now!

- Jack and Williams is, by far, my favorite team in EPW. I never thought of that pairing and it just works so handsomely. It's the best babyface team in FBL, IMO. A veteran and a young star who complement each other very well. I liked how the match was booked - it made Jack a focus (as the younger man), but allowed Doug to still be booked strong and get the pin with the Chaos Theory. I really hope that this team lasts a long time. I'd love to see them continue to rise. EPW's team division is REALLY good.

- WOW! The ending was magnificent. Dunne getting brutally attacked, Regal getting physical (btw, I love how you book this to be SO rare, it makes Regal's involvement mean something), MM trying to even things out (sets up a nice "gang wars" between BSS and the Corporate Entourae), and Aldis capitalizing. I loathe Aldis - not a big fan of his. That said, you made me "love to hate" him with this segment. It seems he's also a poster child for Regal's group now - and I like him as the top guy far better than Sha Samuels.


Again, EPW's booking is excellent. Joe, you have an ability to mix old school booking while keeping things fresh - it's a really fun read.
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