ECW Recap 06.09.08

ECW Recap from Fresno State University:

Evan Bourne & Kofi Kingston vs. Mike Knox & Shelton Benjamin

Highlights shown from last week where Benjamin defeated Bourne in a match. Later, Kofi had a match with Knox, and afterwards Shelton and Knox attacked Kofi.

In tonight's match, Knox & Bourne ended up as the legal men in the ring. Knox dumped Bourne over the top rope then knocked him off the apron. Knox grabbed Kingston from the apron and tossed him into the ring. Shelton came in to join the fight and clotheslined Kingston down. Shelton contined to beat up Kofi in the ring. Out of nowhere, Bourne flew off the top corner ropes to dropkick Knox and score a pin, before Shelton could intervene.

Winners: Kofi Kingston & Evan Bourne win via pinfall over Mike Knox & Shelton Benjamin.

Backstage an attractive blonde woman was shown in Teddy Long's office looking around. She took a cell phone/PDA and sat down on the couch just as Armando Estrada entered. She introduced herself as Tiffany and Estrada tried to impress her by saying he's a current ECW star. Tiffany said she heard he doesn't have a contract. Just then Teddy Long entered and said the woman is his new assistant. Teddy then told Estrada he can earn a ECW spot tonight by defeating Finlay in a match.

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Highlights were shown from last night's episode of Raw. Mr. McMahon hosted "Million Dollar Mania" where he gave fans watching cash prizes ranging from $2 to $250,000. During one spot, Charlie Haas had to kiss a diva in order to raise the viewers prize money. Vince said if Haas kissed a 2nd diva the money would go even higher. Mae Young came from backstage and basically tackled Haas, planting kisses all over him.

Mike Adamle and Tazz reminded fans to head to WWE.com to register for next week's Million Dollar Mania.

Kelly Kelly vs. Victoria

Highlights were shown of Smackdown's "Golden Dreams" match between the divas. Natalya was able to win it by slamming Michelle McCool & Victoria from the corner ropes, then climbing the corner to retrieve a golden star. Natalya will be one of the competitors in a match to crown a new "Diva title holder".

In tonight's diva match, Kelly made a comeback after Victoria dominated for quite some time. Kelly was able to do a handstand on the apron and tried for a headscissor on Victoria. Victoria grabbed both of Kelly's legs then shoved her off the apron, causing Kelly to land outside the ring face first. The ref eventually counted out Kelly Kelly who was completely out of it. Afterwards WWE officials and medical staff attended to Kelly Kelly.

Winner: Victoria wins due to countout of Kelly Kelly

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Armando Estrada vs. Finlay

Finlay came to the ring with Hornswoggle but didn't need his help with Estrada. Finlay was able to take control of things, eventually hoisting Estrada onto his shoulders. Finlay slammed Estrada back to the mat, then took the pin. Hornswoggle & Finlay began to do a jig, just as Teddy Long came to the ramp.

Winner: Finlay wins via pinfall over Armando Estrada.

Armando Estrada vs. Colin Delaney

Teddy Long came to the ramp and told Estrada he can have another shot at the ECW contract, but he would need to beat Delaney in a match. As Estrada stood up, Finlay was still behind him and smashed him in the leg with a shilaleigh. Delaney ran down to the ring, DDT'd Estrada and took the pin.

Winner: Colin Delaney wins via pinfall over Armando Estrada.

Armando Estrada vs. Hornswoggle

Teddy Long gave Estrada one last chance to win a match, and told him he could now face Hornswoggle. Estrada was already beaten up and down on the mat clutching his injuries. Hornswoggle climbed the corner for his trademark Frogsplash down onto Estrada, then took the pin.

After the final Estrada loss, Hornswoggle, Finlay & Delaney did Irish jigs in the ring. In the spirit of fun, Delaney took Hornswoggle's hat and put it on, then continued dancing. Delaney put the hat on Finlay who wasn't amused. Finlay returned the hat to Hornswoggle. The father/son duo started to leave the ring, then Finlay turned and clocked Delaney over the head with a shilaleigh.

Winner: Hornswoggle wins via pinfall over Armando Estrada.

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When ECW returned from a commercial break, Mark Henry was already in the ring with a mic in hand. Henry called out Big Show, who soon came down to the ring. Henry told Show he wanted to congratulate him for earning the #1 contender spot against Kane. Henry added he'll be 1st to challenge Show when he wins the ECW title. Mark Henry then extended a handshake. Show shook his hand but held the grip tight so Henry couldn't leave. Show put Henry on notice that if he keeps campaigning for an ass whooping, he'll get one. Henry left the ring. Show then added that he will leave Night of Champions as new ECW champ. Show began to walk up the ramp, but just then Kane's music came on. The Big Red Macine walked down the ramp and he and Show had a stare down. Eventually Show allowed Kane to pass so he could head to the ring for the main event.

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CM Punk & Kane vs. The Miz & John Morrison

Highlights shown from last week's main event, where Kane defeated CM Punk. Afterwards, Miz & Morrison came down to attack Kane in the ring, setting up tonight's match.

During tonight's back and forth match, Punk seemed to hurt his ribs which he kept clutching at. At one point, Punk had Morrison down for a pin, but the Miz came in to break it up. Miz then ran over and kicked Kane off the apron. Punk turned and delivered a kick to Miz, sending him out of the ring. Morrison was able to capitalize as he caught Punk and stunned him, then delivered his Moonlight Drive finisher for the win.

ECW ended with Punk down in the ring as he and Kane looked out at Miz & Morrison holding their titles up.

Winners: The Miz & John Morrison win via pinfall to retain the WWE Tag Team titles.