Smackdown Recap 09.18.09

Smackdown Recap from Hamilton, Ontario, Canada:

Smackdown opened with highlights of what went down at Breaking Point in the World Heavyweight Title match between CM Punk and Undertaker. Teddy Long was involved in the first match, coming out to remind everyone Undertaker's Hells Gate submission had been banned. The match restarted, Punk jumped Taker and put on his Anaconda Vice grip submission, with the ref calling for the bell despite Undertaker never tapping. Punk retains the World Heavyweight title.

A limousine was shown driving into the backstage arena parking garage area. General Manager Teddy Long stepped out and appeared nervous, looking around cautiously. He waved over his own team of security personnel who surrounded him and stayed close, then kept walking with him.

As the show opened, Batista was introduced to Smackdown and came to the ring. Highlights were shown from this past week's Raw where The Animal attacked Randy Orton and later beat him in a match. Batista said the reason he chose Smackdown now is because his WWE contract was up, so he got to choose his own show and wanted to be on the top show for WWE. Chris Jericho came out to interrupt his speech, sarcastically welcoming Batista to Smackdown. Jericho compared Batista to Edge since both get injured a lot. Jericho then mentioned he's the top star of the show and a lot changed since Batista left. Batista said he goes by the phrase "to be the man you've gotta beat the man". The segment ended with Batista delivering a Spinebuster on Jericho.

A replay was shown of what just went down, while Grisham and JR discussed the incident. Moments later, Jericho was furious as he went backstage into Big Show's locker room to complain about his partner not coming to his aid. Show said Jericho told him he wanted to handle things by himself before. Jericho angrily ordered Big Show to stay backstage during his match tonight to see how he handles things.

Later tonight, referee Scott Armstrong will speak about the controversial decision he made at Breaking Point for CM Punk vs. Undertaker.

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John Morrison vs. Mike Knox

Knox was in control earlier, but eventually Morrison made his comeback with several flip kicks to Knox' face. After several kicks he sent Knox to the outside, and then did a springboard moonsault to take Knox down. Smackdown headed to commercial for a break in the action.

Knox was back in control as Smackdown returned with a chinlock on Morrison. Knox continued the punishment after kicking Morrison in the back of the head by using a backbreaker. Morrison was able to counter into a DDT and then used a low dropkick to Knox' knee to take him down. Morrison hit a running knee and then a standing Shooting Starpress for a 2 count. Knox with a crossbody and a near fall of his own. Knox went for his finisher the Knox out, but Morrison avoided his attempt and then hit a flying kick. Morrison finished with Starship Pain to win it.

After the win, Morrison spoke on the mic to taunt Dolph Ziggler. He reminded fans of the name he called him at Breaking Point "Mr. Ziggles", sending Ziggler into a furious frenzy.

Winner: John Morrison wins via pinfall over Mike Knox.

Backstage, Josh Matthews interviewed referee Scott Armstrong about the whole Undertaker CM Punk debacle at Breaking Point. Armstrong said he did something Sunday he had never been asked to do before in his entire career. He said since he doesn't run the business, he works for them and does what he's told. Armstrong said he has a family and what he did at Breaking Point makes him sick, but he did it to keep his job.

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Melina vs. Michelle McCool

The two divas battled in a non-title match. Early on Michelle ducked under the ropes so that Melina couldn't get her. McCool also limped into the ring, but later in the match she clearly was doing just fine on her knee. McCool worked a sleeper hold on Melina after slamming her head into the mat. At one point, McCool went for a move on Melina but Melina avoided it, causing Michelle to go flying outside the ring. Later still, the two divas battled in the ring with Melina doing her Matrix style move to duck McCool's big boot. McCool followed up with another kick to get Melina. Michelle had Melina up for a finisher similar to Victoria's Widow's Peak, but Melina countered into her powerbomb to win it.

Winner: Melina wins via pinfall over Michelle McCool.

Backstage, Teddy Long was shown pacing in his office, and advised security to stay close to him at all times, since they never know where Undertaker could show up. Vince McMahon suddenly showed up. Vince congratulated Teddy on bringing Batista over to Smackdown, saying it was a great surprise. Vince then started asking why Teddy doublecrossed Undertaker at Breaking Point. He told Long he owed him and the WWE Universe an explanation and ordered him to go out and explain to everyone. Smackdown went to commercial.

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Smackdown GM Teddy Long arrived to the ring hearing a chorus of boos from the fans. Long was accompanied by his security crew. Long personally welcomed Batista back to the show. Long then said he had to admit to what he had done, and said everything was planned out to make sure Undertaker wouldn't become World Heavyweight Champ. Long said he's got a family too, just like Scott Armstrong, and feared he might lose his job so something had to be done. Long said he didn't want to be fired from the company, and offered an apology to Undertaker, saying he hopes he'll forgive him.

Jim Ross and Todd Grisham talked over what Teddy just said to the fans. Meanwhile a camera followed Teddy and his security crew as they moved backstage. Teddy got into a waiting limousine. A camera showed Teddy in the backseat, and he told the driver to get going twice. The tinted window between passenger and driver rolled down to reveal The Undertaker who turned to face Long saying "Buckle up Teddy". Smoke started to come out of the back seats as Teddy started frantically trying to get out of the limo but couldn't. He started banging on the doors yelling for someone to help get him out, as the limousine drove away with smoke coming out the windows.

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After a replay of what happened to Teddy Long in his limo, CM Punk arrived to the ring to address the fans about his win at Breaking Point this past Sunday. Punk said "I told you so", and it seems like he's always saying that to the fans. Punk said he wanted to take his title and shove it in Taker's face to say "I told you so" to him too. Punk said he's been preaching to the fans since they need it so much. He said they'll probably do what Taker did and just give up though. Punk suggested that most fans wake up, need a pill just to get out of bed, then fill their day with smoking and drinking. Punk called the fans inebriated zombies and said they all self-medicate. Punk said he's still the only "straight-edge" champ in WWE history.

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Cryme Tyme vs. Hart Dynasty

Eve and Natalya were both present for the matchup. Early on, Shad hit a flapjack on DH Smith. After a doubleteam, JTG had the advantage on Kidd in the match. Shad used a press slam on Tyson Kidd prior to the first break in the action. Out of the commercial, it was DH Smith hitting Shad with elbows. Kidd came in to continue attacking the big man. DH Smith tagged in yet again to work on Shad. Shad tried to get away after using a big boot, but DH Smith held his leg to prevent the tag. Kidd came back in and locked in a headlock on Shad. Shad finally escaped after coming off the ropes to clothesline Kidd. JTG rushed in and began to go to work on Kidd. Kidd had a pinfall, using the tights to secure it, but JTG reversed. Natalya tried to get involved in the match, with the ref and Eve Torres stopping her. Kidd hit the Blockbuster on JTG to get the win, after Smith helped him illegally.

Winners: The Hart Dynasty wins via pinfall over Cryme Tyme.

Backstage, WWE Diva Melina was shown walking into the women's locker room. She saw pictures all over the walls of Dolph Ziggler with Michelle McCool in compromising positions (taken last week by Layla). Maria walked in as Melina was trying to take the pictures down. Maria said Dolph must have a reasonable explanation, then accused Melina of putting the pictures up. Maria said she thought they were friends but now she's done with Melina. Melina looked dejected as Maria walked out.

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Kane vs. Great Khali

Early on, Khali used chest chops on Kane in the corner, then delivered a huge boot to knock down the Big Red Machine. Khali was ready for a Punjabi Plunge, with Kane escaping the ring. Khali followed to the outside to continue working on Kane. Kane fought back and grabbed a steel chair to level Khali. Kane then ripped apart the steel steps and dragged Khali by his leg over to the steps. After placing Khali's left leg on the steps, Kane picked up the top of the steps and smashed it down on his leg repeatedly. Kane had a maniacal grin on his face as he left to go up the ramp. Ranjin Singh and several officials checked on Khali yelling for doctors, as Kane watched up on the big screen from the ramp.

Winner: Great Khali wins due to disqualification over Kane.

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Charlie Haas awaited the arrival of R-Truth for the next match. Truth's music and entrance video played, but instead Drew McIntyre came to the ring. McIntyre asked for a mic with Haas staring at him in the ring. McIntyre said it seems R-Truth was involved in an accident backstage, so he's unable to compete tonight. Drew told Charlie he's winner by forfeit, and said congratulations, then offered his hand for a shake. Haas accepted, then turned to leave the ring, with McIntyre grabbing him and attacking him with a vicious DDT to the mat.

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Batista vs. Chris Jericho

In the main event, Jericho slapped Batista in the face to start things, but the Animal quickly caught Jericho on a crossbody, then slammed him down for an early pinfall attempt. Jericho hit a low dropkick on Batista's knees. As Jericho and Batista battled on the outside, Big Show was shown watching the match on a monitor backstage. Jericho was able to slam Batista onto the announce table, then started punching away on his head. Back in the ring, he put a submission hold on The Animal, but Batista rammed him back into a corner to break it. Jericho started using kicks to stay in control of things. Batista seemed to be favoring his knee, but started a comeback when he slammed Jericho to the mat. Batista used ramming shoulders into Jericho's gut, but then Jericho hit a facebuster. Batista cut off Jericho's momentum by hitting a Spinebuster on him. Batista kept limping around the ring. Jericho dodged Batista's spear attempt, then had a near pinfall using the ropes for leverage. Batista with an attempted Batista Bomb, but Jericho turned it into Walls of Jericho. Batista turned over and kicked Jericho away. Jericho went for Codebreaker, but Batista caught him in the air and turned it into a Batista Bomb, winning by pinfall.

Winner: Batista wins via pinfall over Chris Jericho.

Backstage, roving reporter Josh Matthews caught up with Big Show who just witnessed the match. Big Show said if Batista wants a match he's got one next week on Smackdown, but The Animal's luck will run out. Smackdown closed with Batista celebrating in ring.

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