Wrestlemania 27 Results & Recap
Sunday, April 3rd has finally arrived, giving way to the biggest Pay-Per-View of the year, Wrestlemania 27! This huge event takes place in Atlanta, Georgia, with many of the legendary superstars of World Wrestling Entertainment grappling in the ring over championships, feuds and recent grudges. This blog post will bring live updated Wrestlemania 27 results for the huge event starting at 7PM EST on Sunday night.
"Jersey Shore" star Snooki will be involved in a mixed tag match to make her pro wrestling in-ring debut. Meanwhile, Trish Stratus, The Rock and Stone Cold Steve Austin will all lend their superstar status to the event along with the likes of John Cena, The Undertaker, Triple H, Rey Mysterio, Edge and Big Show.
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Justin Roberts just introduced Keri Hilson to sing "America the Beautiful" to start off the show. A video package is shown of the Georgia Dome, and then The Rock is introduced as the official host of Wrestlemania 27. Rock headed to the ring to pose for the applauding fans.
The Rock did an intro speech to get the crowd involved asking if they can feel, taste and smell the energy tonight for Wrestlemania. A "Cena Sucks" chant started up but was overtaken by a "Rocky" chant. Rock said one superstar in back is deciding which rainbow fruity T-shirt to wear tonight.
Edge vs. Alberto Del Rio
Del Rio arrived out for the opening contest. Brodus Clay was also on hand, and then Christian arrived out to be in Edge's corner for the huge title match. Lawler and Matthews were shown on camera, and then the shot went over to Michael Cole in his Cole Miner clear protective box. He sent it to the Spanish announcers for a bit of talk right before Edge was introduced.
Del Rio was in control early in the match, working on Edge's arm continually. Moments later Edge flung himself over the top rope out onto Del Rio to start a countout from the ref. Ricardo Rodriguez, Clay and Christian were all nearby watching. Edge escaped a near Cross Armbreaker to slam Del Rio to the mat for a near fall. Moments later, Del Rio caught Edge with the Cross Armbreaker. Edge managed to use his legs to get over to the bottom rope and break it though.
Christian and Brodus Clay got into it on the outside, with Del Rio able to dropkick Christian down from in the ring. Clay grabbed Christian and slammed him backwards to take him out. Meanwhile, Edge got a near fall on Del Rio. Right after he dropped Del Rio, then got the crazed look in his eyes for The Spear. Del Rio avoided it and whipped Edge to the corner. The ref got distracted by Del Rio in the ring and Ricardo on the outside allowing Clay to grab Edge's arm and smash it against the ringpost. Del Rio got the Cross Armbreaker on, but once again Edge reversed it and turned it into a pinfall.
Later still, Edge put a submission on Del Rio in the ring but Alberto refused to tap out. Brodus Clay was pounding the mat to cheer on Del Rio. Christian was back up and got on the apron to kick Clay and knock him off.
Back in the ring, Del Rio escaped Edge's submission, but Edge went to the corner. He saw Del Rio get up across the ring and charged at him, connecting on the Spear. Edge wins and retains the World Championship!
Post-match, Edge celebrated with the championship belt and walked up the ramp near Del Rio's fancy car. He touched it a bit, contemplating something. Del Rio watched from ringside as Edge placed the championship belt on the hood, then ran and pretended he was going to kick it. Edge stopped then began to kick it anyways. He got up on the roof and did an elbow drop. Del Rio walked up the ramp to beg Edge to stop. Christian was there as well with a tire iron and a lead pipe. He handed one of the objects to Edge and the two former tag partners proceeded to destroy the vintage Rolls Royce. Cole whined that Edge should be arrested for all that.
Winner: Edge wins via pinfall over Alberto Del Rio to retain the World Heavyweight Championship.
The two masked men traded early offense, with Rey trying for a headscissors, but Rhodes was able to block it and place Rey on the top rope. He turned the move into the Alabama Slam on Rey to the amazement of the crowd. A "let's go Cody" chant was heard in the background. Rhodes tried to pull off Rey's guarded knee brace.
Rhodes continued to wisely counter Rey's move with another near fall in the ring. Cole said Rey's just prolonging the punishment from Rhodes. The commentators said Rey hadn't had much offense in the match, but he started a comeback with a near fall.
Rey set up Cody for the 619, but Rhodes caught Rey by his legs then set up a slingshot into the middle rope. He had the nearfall on Rey right after. Moments later in the match, Rey managed to expose Cody's face with the mask off. Rey connected on 619 right after that to knock Rhodes onto the mat. He went to the top rope for the diving headbutt. Cody countered it with his knees and kicked Rey against the ropes. Rey responded by kicking Rhodes in the face.
Later still, Mysterio put Rhodes clear mask on to use it as a weapon. Rey jumped off the corner with his diving headbutt and got the pin. However, Rhodes' legs were under the ring. Rhodes went to the outside with Rey recovering in the ring. Rhodes picked up Rey's knee brace which had fallen out of the ring. He clocked Mysterio in the face with it as Rey tried to dive through the ropes at him. Rey was hanging there as Rhodes got in the ring and grabbed Mysterio to hit Cross Rhodes for the win.
Winner: Cody Rhodes wins via pinfall over Rey Mysterio.
Rapper Snoop Dogg was backstage with Smackdown GM Theodore Long. They slapped hands and Snoop asked for some talent to help him out. Teddy said he's lined up some superstars to audition for him. They sat down at a table and Snoop said "let the dogs loose." William Regal was out first to do a rap about "Straight Outta Blackpool." Snoop said "Next" and Great Khali did a "Grease" routine with Beth Phoenix for "Summer Lovin." Zack Ryder did a song about getting down on Friday, when Roddy Piper came out and smashed him with an object from behind.
Chris Masters and Yoshi Tatsu did "We Will Rock You" with Masters moving his chest in unison with the music. Hornswoggle came out dressed in all black with a ball cap. Snoop said he thinks they have a winner. Teddy told Snoop that Hornswoggle can't talk or anything. Snoop asked if that's true and Horney tried to talk but couldn't. Snoop and Teddy left a dejected Hornswoggle backstage. After they left he put on some shades and kicked a rap with Bella Twins arriving out to dance in the background.
Kofi Kingston was put in the match to replace Vladimir Kozlov. Kozlov was attacked during Wrestlemania Axxess. Late in the match, Kofi was able to take out two Corre members including Ezekiel Jackson. Santino scored The Cobra punch and then the legal man, Big Show, hit a KO punch on Slater for the pinfall win. Kofi came in the ring to celebrate with Kane, Show and Santino.
Winners: Kofi Kingston, Kane, Big Show and Santino Marella win via pinfall over The Corre.
The Rock talked to WWE Divas Champion Eve Torres backstage saying how much he loves the divas. Rock talked about how he creates electrifying, magical moments just with a snap of his fingers. Rock said he'll create one of those moments with whoever comes around the corner next. Eve told him it looks like his dream has come true. Rock said he loves the divas, this is a divasaurus. Mae Young showed up and said she wanted some of the People's Streudel. Rock asked Eve to escort Mae to her seat. Rock turned around and Mae slapped him in the backside before Eve took her away.
Rock said it couldn't have been anyone else coming around the corner, could it? Just then, Stone Cold Steve Austin showed up and the two stared in each others' eyes. Stone Cold said he was ready to kick some ass tonight, Rock said he's ready to bring it. They shook hands and kept a tough stare on one another.
Punk worked on Orton's left left he injured not long ago with a stun gun on Raw. Punk managed to hit the running knee in the corner and continued his attack to punish Orton even more.
Orton fought out of a near GTS attempted from Punk. He tried for the RKO, but Punk countered it and hit a roundhouse kick to drop Orton for the near fall. Punk went to the corner and looked back at Orton. He climbed to the top rope and went for a high risk move, but Orton got up fast and took out his footing to crotch Punk on the corner.
Punk's attack on Orton's hurt leg continued, but Orton got some major momentum, including a late surge with the Scoop slam. He leapt onto Punk and pounded away with punches to the head. However, it was apparent that the left leg was still bothering Orton. He hit a huge lateral press for a near fall. Cole said it's amazing Orton's knee isn't giving out more and he's running on adrenaline mainly.
Punk managed to lock on the Anaconda Vice on Orton in the center of the ring. Cole noted Orton has a bad leg and can't use it to push away. Orton looked ready to tap but then rolled his weight towards the bottom rope to grab and break the hold.
With Punk on the apron, Orton ran him over and smashed Punk into the ringpost. Orton took Punk through the ropes for his patented DDT. He then dropped to the mat near the corner and pounded the mat, ready for the RKO, but got on his knees, then to his feet. He had that look on his face, then backed up for the Punt Kick. Orton started to run but then his leg gave out and Orton fell to the mat. Punk smirked as he saw Orton in pain on the mat and walked over. Orton was playing possum and went for the quick RKO, but Punk avoided it and got to the apron.
To close things out, Punk went for the springboard jump move off the side rope. Orton was able to hit the RKO from the air, surprising Punk and getting the huge win by pinfall!
Winner: Randy Orton wins via pinfall over CM Punk.
Mean Gene Okerlund was backstage with The Rock. The Rock said he thinks things will get real ugly tonight because Cena's #1 fan is coming to confront him. Okerlund said he's already there. Rock turned around to an off camera individual to say "of course it's you." The camera showed Pee Wee Herman who started doing the "You Can't See Me." Rock said he sees potential in Pee Wee and asked him if he'd rather be on Team Bring It or the Fruit Loop Troop. Rock showed Pee Wee what he'd look like as a Cena fan, and showed Okerlund decked out in Cena gear. Pee Wee said he looks like a dork. Okerlund walked off angry, and Pee Wee vowed to join Rock's team. He did the La-La-La-la if you smell what Pee Wee's cooking line to finish off the segment.
The Fink introduced the 2011 WWE Hall of Fame class: Abdullah The Butcher, Sunny, The Road Warriors (with Paul Ellering), Drew Carey, "Bullet" Bob Armstrong and Hacksaw Jim Duggan. The final intro belonged to the Showstopper, Mr. Wrestlemania, Shawn Michaels who got an all out introduction with new lights and effects.
Tomorrow night's WWE lineup on USA!
8PM 2011 WWE Hall of Fame ceremony
9PM Monday Night Raw
11PM Tough Enough Premiere
Jerry Lawler vs. Michael Cole
Booker T and Jim Ross were introduced to help call the auction for the match along with Josh Matthews since Lawler and Cole are obviously in the match. Cole got on the mic demanding attention as he came out in a goofy bright orange wrestling get up with knee braces and collegiate wrestling headgear. Cole started to taunt and make fun of JR for not being in shape since he took his job away. Cole said Lawler and JR are both overweight, overrated and over the hill. Cole kept hamming it up on the mic as he got into the ring and said after tonight he'll be proclaimed the new "Mr Wrestlemania."
Jack Swagger's music hit next to bring Swagger, Cole's trainer, to the ringside area. Swagger began doing pushups on the ramp, but was interrupted by the smashed glass breaking and Stone Cold's theme music. Stone Cold arrived out on his ATV and nearly ran over Swagger on the ramp. Austin circled the ring several times with Cole looking petrified. Cole rushed over and locked himself in the protective box, staying there as Austin posed in the ring. Finally, Lawler was given his introduction by Justin Roberts. This is Lawler's first ever Wrestlemania match of his 40-year career.
Cole did some warmup moves like jumping jacks in his protective box, standing on his table. Austin demanded Cole get in the ring and Cole said he wasn't ready yet. Austin called for the bell, so Lawler ran out of the ring. He headed off an attack by Swagger and knocked him down before going over towards Cole.
Cole pleaded with Lawler, saying he never meant what he said. Cole offered a handshake through his clear box. Lawler went for it and shook but wouldn't release Cole's hand. He started to yank Cole by the hand against the box, scrunching his face against it. Lawler then climbed over the side and began to bash Cole around inside the protective cage. The door swung open so Lawler pulled Cole out and tossed him into the podium before tossing Cole into the ring.
Austin checked on Cole in the ring, while Swagger rushed and smashed Lawler down on the outside to help out Cole. Cole recollected himself in the ring then hit a running baseball slide dropkick on Lawler. Swagger locked the Ankle Lock on Lawler outside the ring as Cole distracted Austin. Back in the ring, Cole stood on Lawler's hurt leg near the ropes as Swagger was there encouraging it.
Cole continued to stay in control, as he ran and did an attempted Swagger bomb on the corner. Cole jumped onto the corner and hit it, then pulled Lawler into the ring for the first near fall. Booker said his heart skipped a beat there. Cole continued to work on Lawler's hurt ankle and leg.
Cole had the AnkCole Lock on Lawler, but the Hall of Famer countered and kicked Cole to the corner. Lawler started to get serious momentum, attacking Cole in the corner. Swagger tossed in the white towel on behalf of Cole. Austin gave a look, then picked up the towel and wiped his sweat with it. He threw it back at Swagger. Swagger got in the ring to plead his case in Austin's face, but ended up getting hit by a Stone Cold Stunner followed by two middle finger taunts. Lawler waited for Cole to get up, asking if he wants to continue. Cole had his hands on Austin, then slapped his arms and pushed Stone Cold.
Austin shoved Cole and he got a right hand from King. Lawler kept punching away on Cole down on the mat. Lawler continued to stay in control as Austin watched in amusement. Lawler got on the corner, pointed to the Wrestlemania banner, then lowered his strap to drop off the corner with his driving punch. Austin went for the pinfall count and got to 2, but Lawler pulled Cole up smiling. Austin laughed it off. Lawler put an Ankle Lock on Cole and he immediately started tapping out frantically. Austin got down and played around a bit before finally calling for the bell.
Post-match, time for a beer bash. Austin and Lawler toasted, then Booker T got in the ring. He did the Spin-A-Rooni before Austin slapped hands with him, then caught a beer. He handed Booker the beer and toasted. They started to drink up but Booker got kicked in the gut then hit by the Stunner.
Cole and Swagger were up on the ramp as the lights flashed. The anonymous Raw GM sent an email. Josh Matthews read that the GM said the ref blatantly interfered in the match, meaning that Lawler is disqualified, meaning Michael Cole is the winner. Lawler was upset and grabbed Matthews, then tossed him in the ring. Matthews stood up and got kicked by Austin, then hit by the Stunner!
Winner: Michael Cole wins due to disqualification of Jerry Lawler due to Stone Cold Steve Austin's interference in the match.
The Undertaker vs. Triple H
They showed a lengthy highlight video package to build up Triple H and The Undertaker with The Streak on the line. After that, Justin Roberts introduced the No Holds Barred match. The lights dimmed and hard rock music kicked in with explosions and light effects. A scene of mountains and forrest was on the big screen up on the ramp as medieval knights with shields all arrived out. They all moved away to reveal Triple H dressed in medieval King of Kings costume. Lights went out again, and HHH was there as "Time to Play the Game" kicked in. This one's got classic written already!
Undertaker got an intro featuring his traditional bells tolling, but then the Johnny Cash "Ain't No Grave" music kicked in as smoke gave way to The Undertaker coming down the ramp. Triple H stared out at him and crouched down in the ring in preparation. Justin Roberts announced The Undertaker as he continued his long walk to the ring.
Early on, this one was ugly. The action spilled to the outside where Triple H tackled Undertaker through Michael Cole's clear protective cage, smashing it in the process! Taker got right back up and stared at Triple H in the ring, then got back in on fire. Both men hammered away at each other. Remember, this is a No DQ/No Countout situation with No Holds Barred.
Triple H continued his furious attack outside the ring as he whipped Taker into the crowd barrier, then removed the cover of the commentators table. HHH got up on the table and went for a Pedigree. Taker slipped out and tried for a Chokeslam. Instead, HHH countered and went for another Pedigree. Taker countered that to flip HHH off and to the floor hard. It took HHH some time to get up on the outside. No countouts but as HHH stood up, Taker ran across the ring and hit a suicide dive to take both guys out on the outside.
Undertaker charged at Triple H near the Spanish announcers table. HHH countered to hit a huge side suplex and smashed Taker through the table. Both guys stumbled around, but HHH fell down outside the ring as Taker stumbled in the ring. Jim Ross on commentary said some day the Streak will end, but is this the time? Just after, Taker hit a huge Chokeslam, but HHH barely kicked out of the pinfall.
Meanwhile, The Undertaker wielded a steel chair later on, smashing it against HHH's back. However, just a few moments later, Triple H hit The Pedigree. He had a near fall with Taker barely kicking out!
HHH went for a move on Taker in the corner, but Taker countered and hit The Last Ride for a near fall. After that, he signaled for the Cutthroat. He got HHH up and hit the Tombstone Piledriver. 1, 2...and HHH kicks out of that one, wow!
A frustrated Undertaker threw down the steel chair next to HHH's body. Taker picked up HHH on his shoulder, but HHH slid off then DDT'd Taker onto the steel chair. Both guys were layed out on the mat. Taker had his arm on HHH's body, but the ref didn't make any pinfall counts.
As they finally got up, HHH hit a second Pedigree on Taker. The near fall sent the crowd into a frenzy as Taker kicked out yet again. Triple H hit a third Pedigree, with Taker kicking out once again. Triple H smashed a steel chair repeatedly on Taker yelling "stay down!" Taker used all his strength to stand up, but HHH walked over and smashed him over the head with the chair. HHH fell to the ropes as Taker was flat on his back.
Triple H walked over and told Taker to stay down, then asked what is wrong with you. Taker grabbed him by the throat, but then stumbled back to the ropes. Undertaker looked ready to go still, but HHH signaled for Cutthroat. He picked up Taker and hit the Tombstone Piledriver on him. A pinfall ensued with Taker kicking out once again!
HHH grabbed the Sledgehammer from outside the ring and walked in. He said it's time, but Taker grabbed him and put the Hell's Gate submission on. Triple H dropped the Sledgehammer and struggled to get loose. Taker locked the hold though as HHH looked for a way out. The Game fought to his feet with the Hell's Gate locked in. HHH finally got his hand to the Sledgehammer and picked it up but then it fell out of his hand. He kept struggling but seemed to be fading. Finally HHH tapped against Taker's body to give in. The Streak is now at 19-0. The Johnny Cash music played as pyro went off and a big 19-0 was shown up on stage. Both guys were still laying in the ring as the music played on.
HHH got to the outside and finally after several WWE refs and officials checked him out, Taker rolled out under the ropes. HHH stopped at the bottom of the ramp to watch, holding his left arm. Taker fell to the floor. HHH walked over but the ref ordered him to walk away. Finally a cart drove down to ringside to load Taker onto a stretcher and take him away, clearly decimated from the big match!
Winner: The Undertaker wins via submission over Triple H in the No Holds Barred Match. The Streak extends to 19-0.
John Morrison, Trish Stratus & Snooki vs. Dolph Ziggler & Lay-Cool
Vickie Guerrero arrived out to introduce Team LayCool and Dolph Ziggler. Next out was John Morrison, followed by Trish Stratus. This is her first Wrestlemania in five years. Final introduction was "Jersey Shore" star Snooki to the show's theme music.
Stratus and McCool in an early catfight, with Michelle gaining the upperhand. However as she got to the corner in a seated position, Stratus tried for her headscissors move. Michelle pulled her to the top and they punched each other. Both divas tumbled out to the floor. Stratus shoved Michelle into the barrier. Layla rushed over and got decked by Trish. As LayCool stood up, Trish dove off the apron onto them both. Trish continued the attack on McCool in the ring for near falls. Ziggler yanked Trish off the pin, but Morrison got in to take him out over the top rope.
The close saw Snooki get into the ring and do a side flip and backflip to hit Michelle in the corner. She finished with a moonsault flip over McCool and then a big splash on her for the pinfall. They showed the WWE Tough Enough contestants at ringside watching and cheering for Trish, Snooki and Morrison.
Winners: Snooki, Trish Stratus & John Morrison win via pinfall over Team LayCool and Dolph Ziggler.
John Cena vs. The Miz
They showed an interesting video package to promote Miz before the main event WWE Championship match. The "Hate Me Now" song by Nas and Diddy played as they showed highlights of Miz from his career.
There was a huge white "AWESOME!" set up on stage. The Miz and Alex Riley came smashing through the letters. Miz hoisted up the WWE Championship as sparkling effects went off behind him and Riley. The backdrop was red carpet style with silouhette paparazzi and fans on the screen.
Miz waited in the ring as a chorus group of red and white gospel singers was assembled on the top of the stage. Looks like another interesting John Cena introduction is coming. They showed Cena highlights with a DMX intro prayer over it. The chorus group started up a lively song and clapping, before finally giving way to John Cena's official entrance music. Cena came up a small ramp to the stage, saluted the fans, then rushed down the ramp to the ring, diving in.
They locked up early, with Miz gaining some control after a shoulder block, but Cena able to hip toss him. Miz backed away when he saw Cena prepare to throw a punch. They did a strength test, with Cena able to put a side headlock on. It got to the corner, where Cena broke the hold, but Miz kicked Cena in the gut then stomped on him on the mat.
Miz began to punch away on Cena to keep him down on the mat. JR said a man can only sustain so many shots. Cena hit a gut wrench bomb on Miz for a near fall. Miz missed on a followup charging move, so Cena jumped off the corner and hit the leg drop on the back of Miz's head for another near fall. Jim Ross and Jerry Lawler said it seemed Cena's equilibrium has been effected. Right after that he gained momentum, with shoulder tackles. However, Cena looked woozy as he did the Five Knuckle Shuffle on Miz. Cena picked him up for the Attitude Adjustment, but Miz countered and then drilled Cena with a DDT for the near fall.
The Miz tore off the corner turnbuckle, with the ref distracted when he went to put it back on. Cena rolled Miz into the inside cradle for a near fall, but the ref was putting the cover back. He dropped it and went for the count with Miz escaping it. Cena picked him up for the AA, but Miz grabbed the ropes. Moments later, Cena locked the STF on Miz. Miz crawled to reach the bottom rope and finally broke it. The ref ordered Cena to break it off.
The Miz went for another Skullcrushing Finale, but this time Cena countered and threw him off. Miz hit into the ref, knocking him out. Cena hit AA, but the ref was out and couldn't count the pinfall. From there, Alex Riley smashed Cena in the face with the briefcase. However, Cena still kicked out of the pinfall as the ref finally crawled over for the cover.
Later still, Cena avoided a briefcase shot by The Miz, causing Miz to smash Alex Riley in the face. Cena had another near fall. Later, outside the ring Cena rushed over and clotheslined The Miz over the crowd barrier. Both guys were down on the pavement, with the ref counting them both out. The bell rang and Justin Roberts announced that it was a draw with Miz retaining the title.
However, as Miz's theme music played, The Rock's music interrupted. Rock stormed to the ring. Once he was inside, the anonymous GM sent an email. Rock stopped JR from going to read it, and went to read instead. He said "and I quote, as anonymous Raw GM I think..." Rock said "it doesn't matter what you think" then threw the laptop down.
Rock ordered the match to restart with no disqualifications or countouts. Cena was up fast and rushed over to toss Miz into the ring. He almost had the AA, but Miz grabbed the ropes to get away. The Rock was still in the ring and hit Cena with the Rock Bottom. He then left the ring and watched as The Miz covered Cena for the win.
The Miz celebrated in the ring with The Rock watching from the ramp. A "Rocky" chant started up with Rock staring at Miz in the ring. Rock rushed into the ring, with Miz trying for a shot at him with the belt. Rock ducked it and layed the smackdown on Miz with a bunch of moves. He hit a huge Spinebuster, then did the People's Elbow. Rock celebrated on the corner with his trademark pose to close out the show.
Winner: The Miz wins via pinfall over John Cena in a No DQ match to retain the WWE Championship.
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"Jersey Shore" star Snooki will be involved in a mixed tag match to make her pro wrestling in-ring debut. Meanwhile, Trish Stratus, The Rock and Stone Cold Steve Austin will all lend their superstar status to the event along with the likes of John Cena, The Undertaker, Triple H, Rey Mysterio, Edge and Big Show.
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Justin Roberts just introduced Keri Hilson to sing "America the Beautiful" to start off the show. A video package is shown of the Georgia Dome, and then The Rock is introduced as the official host of Wrestlemania 27. Rock headed to the ring to pose for the applauding fans.
The Rock did an intro speech to get the crowd involved asking if they can feel, taste and smell the energy tonight for Wrestlemania. A "Cena Sucks" chant started up but was overtaken by a "Rocky" chant. Rock said one superstar in back is deciding which rainbow fruity T-shirt to wear tonight.
Edge vs. Alberto Del Rio
World Heavyweight Championship
Del Rio arrived out for the opening contest. Brodus Clay was also on hand, and then Christian arrived out to be in Edge's corner for the huge title match. Lawler and Matthews were shown on camera, and then the shot went over to Michael Cole in his Cole Miner clear protective box. He sent it to the Spanish announcers for a bit of talk right before Edge was introduced.Del Rio was in control early in the match, working on Edge's arm continually. Moments later Edge flung himself over the top rope out onto Del Rio to start a countout from the ref. Ricardo Rodriguez, Clay and Christian were all nearby watching. Edge escaped a near Cross Armbreaker to slam Del Rio to the mat for a near fall. Moments later, Del Rio caught Edge with the Cross Armbreaker. Edge managed to use his legs to get over to the bottom rope and break it though.
Christian and Brodus Clay got into it on the outside, with Del Rio able to dropkick Christian down from in the ring. Clay grabbed Christian and slammed him backwards to take him out. Meanwhile, Edge got a near fall on Del Rio. Right after he dropped Del Rio, then got the crazed look in his eyes for The Spear. Del Rio avoided it and whipped Edge to the corner. The ref got distracted by Del Rio in the ring and Ricardo on the outside allowing Clay to grab Edge's arm and smash it against the ringpost. Del Rio got the Cross Armbreaker on, but once again Edge reversed it and turned it into a pinfall.
Later still, Edge put a submission on Del Rio in the ring but Alberto refused to tap out. Brodus Clay was pounding the mat to cheer on Del Rio. Christian was back up and got on the apron to kick Clay and knock him off.
Back in the ring, Del Rio escaped Edge's submission, but Edge went to the corner. He saw Del Rio get up across the ring and charged at him, connecting on the Spear. Edge wins and retains the World Championship!
Post-match, Edge celebrated with the championship belt and walked up the ramp near Del Rio's fancy car. He touched it a bit, contemplating something. Del Rio watched from ringside as Edge placed the championship belt on the hood, then ran and pretended he was going to kick it. Edge stopped then began to kick it anyways. He got up on the roof and did an elbow drop. Del Rio walked up the ramp to beg Edge to stop. Christian was there as well with a tire iron and a lead pipe. He handed one of the objects to Edge and the two former tag partners proceeded to destroy the vintage Rolls Royce. Cole whined that Edge should be arrested for all that.
Winner: Edge wins via pinfall over Alberto Del Rio to retain the World Heavyweight Championship.
Rey Mysterio vs. Cody Rhodes
Rhodes arrived out first wearing a black hooded jacket and his clear face mask. Cole, Matthews & Lawler reviewed all of the events that transpired from Rhodes getting injured by Mysterio in January, and then Rhodes taking his revenge on Smackdown. Rey Mysterio arrived out dressed in a Captain America costume, red, white and blue. Cole called it a big joke for Mysterio, but it's not a big joke for Rhodes.The two masked men traded early offense, with Rey trying for a headscissors, but Rhodes was able to block it and place Rey on the top rope. He turned the move into the Alabama Slam on Rey to the amazement of the crowd. A "let's go Cody" chant was heard in the background. Rhodes tried to pull off Rey's guarded knee brace.
Rhodes continued to wisely counter Rey's move with another near fall in the ring. Cole said Rey's just prolonging the punishment from Rhodes. The commentators said Rey hadn't had much offense in the match, but he started a comeback with a near fall.
Rey set up Cody for the 619, but Rhodes caught Rey by his legs then set up a slingshot into the middle rope. He had the nearfall on Rey right after. Moments later in the match, Rey managed to expose Cody's face with the mask off. Rey connected on 619 right after that to knock Rhodes onto the mat. He went to the top rope for the diving headbutt. Cody countered it with his knees and kicked Rey against the ropes. Rey responded by kicking Rhodes in the face.
Later still, Mysterio put Rhodes clear mask on to use it as a weapon. Rey jumped off the corner with his diving headbutt and got the pin. However, Rhodes' legs were under the ring. Rhodes went to the outside with Rey recovering in the ring. Rhodes picked up Rey's knee brace which had fallen out of the ring. He clocked Mysterio in the face with it as Rey tried to dive through the ropes at him. Rey was hanging there as Rhodes got in the ring and grabbed Mysterio to hit Cross Rhodes for the win.
Winner: Cody Rhodes wins via pinfall over Rey Mysterio.
Rapper Snoop Dogg was backstage with Smackdown GM Theodore Long. They slapped hands and Snoop asked for some talent to help him out. Teddy said he's lined up some superstars to audition for him. They sat down at a table and Snoop said "let the dogs loose." William Regal was out first to do a rap about "Straight Outta Blackpool." Snoop said "Next" and Great Khali did a "Grease" routine with Beth Phoenix for "Summer Lovin." Zack Ryder did a song about getting down on Friday, when Roddy Piper came out and smashed him with an object from behind.
Chris Masters and Yoshi Tatsu did "We Will Rock You" with Masters moving his chest in unison with the music. Hornswoggle came out dressed in all black with a ball cap. Snoop said he thinks they have a winner. Teddy told Snoop that Hornswoggle can't talk or anything. Snoop asked if that's true and Horney tried to talk but couldn't. Snoop and Teddy left a dejected Hornswoggle backstage. After they left he put on some shades and kicked a rap with Bella Twins arriving out to dance in the background.
Eight-Man Tag Team Match
This match features Big Show, Kane, Santino Marella & Vladimir Kozlov teaming up to take on the four members of The Corre: Wade Barrett, Ezekiel Jackson, Justin Gabriel & Heath Slater.Kofi Kingston was put in the match to replace Vladimir Kozlov. Kozlov was attacked during Wrestlemania Axxess. Late in the match, Kofi was able to take out two Corre members including Ezekiel Jackson. Santino scored The Cobra punch and then the legal man, Big Show, hit a KO punch on Slater for the pinfall win. Kofi came in the ring to celebrate with Kane, Show and Santino.
Winners: Kofi Kingston, Kane, Big Show and Santino Marella win via pinfall over The Corre.
The Rock talked to WWE Divas Champion Eve Torres backstage saying how much he loves the divas. Rock talked about how he creates electrifying, magical moments just with a snap of his fingers. Rock said he'll create one of those moments with whoever comes around the corner next. Eve told him it looks like his dream has come true. Rock said he loves the divas, this is a divasaurus. Mae Young showed up and said she wanted some of the People's Streudel. Rock asked Eve to escort Mae to her seat. Rock turned around and Mae slapped him in the backside before Eve took her away.
Rock said it couldn't have been anyone else coming around the corner, could it? Just then, Stone Cold Steve Austin showed up and the two stared in each others' eyes. Stone Cold said he was ready to kick some ass tonight, Rock said he's ready to bring it. They shook hands and kept a tough stare on one another.
Randy Orton vs. CM Punk
They showed a video package to buildup how Orton and Punk's feud has developed, starting two years prior because Orton Punt kicked Punk in the head backstage costing him the World title at a Pay-Per-View. Punk informed Orton he's waited a long time to get his revenge. However, over the past weeks, Orton defeated all of Punk's Nexus crew members, meaning that none of them can be present at ringside for tonight's match.Punk worked on Orton's left left he injured not long ago with a stun gun on Raw. Punk managed to hit the running knee in the corner and continued his attack to punish Orton even more.
Orton fought out of a near GTS attempted from Punk. He tried for the RKO, but Punk countered it and hit a roundhouse kick to drop Orton for the near fall. Punk went to the corner and looked back at Orton. He climbed to the top rope and went for a high risk move, but Orton got up fast and took out his footing to crotch Punk on the corner.
Punk's attack on Orton's hurt leg continued, but Orton got some major momentum, including a late surge with the Scoop slam. He leapt onto Punk and pounded away with punches to the head. However, it was apparent that the left leg was still bothering Orton. He hit a huge lateral press for a near fall. Cole said it's amazing Orton's knee isn't giving out more and he's running on adrenaline mainly.
Punk managed to lock on the Anaconda Vice on Orton in the center of the ring. Cole noted Orton has a bad leg and can't use it to push away. Orton looked ready to tap but then rolled his weight towards the bottom rope to grab and break the hold.
With Punk on the apron, Orton ran him over and smashed Punk into the ringpost. Orton took Punk through the ropes for his patented DDT. He then dropped to the mat near the corner and pounded the mat, ready for the RKO, but got on his knees, then to his feet. He had that look on his face, then backed up for the Punt Kick. Orton started to run but then his leg gave out and Orton fell to the mat. Punk smirked as he saw Orton in pain on the mat and walked over. Orton was playing possum and went for the quick RKO, but Punk avoided it and got to the apron.
To close things out, Punk went for the springboard jump move off the side rope. Orton was able to hit the RKO from the air, surprising Punk and getting the huge win by pinfall!
Winner: Randy Orton wins via pinfall over CM Punk.
Mean Gene Okerlund was backstage with The Rock. The Rock said he thinks things will get real ugly tonight because Cena's #1 fan is coming to confront him. Okerlund said he's already there. Rock turned around to an off camera individual to say "of course it's you." The camera showed Pee Wee Herman who started doing the "You Can't See Me." Rock said he sees potential in Pee Wee and asked him if he'd rather be on Team Bring It or the Fruit Loop Troop. Rock showed Pee Wee what he'd look like as a Cena fan, and showed Okerlund decked out in Cena gear. Pee Wee said he looks like a dork. Okerlund walked off angry, and Pee Wee vowed to join Rock's team. He did the La-La-La-la if you smell what Pee Wee's cooking line to finish off the segment.
The Fink introduced the 2011 WWE Hall of Fame class: Abdullah The Butcher, Sunny, The Road Warriors (with Paul Ellering), Drew Carey, "Bullet" Bob Armstrong and Hacksaw Jim Duggan. The final intro belonged to the Showstopper, Mr. Wrestlemania, Shawn Michaels who got an all out introduction with new lights and effects.
Tomorrow night's WWE lineup on USA!
8PM 2011 WWE Hall of Fame ceremony
9PM Monday Night Raw
11PM Tough Enough Premiere
Jerry Lawler vs. Michael Cole
Special Ref: "Stone Cold" Steve Austin
Booker T and Jim Ross were introduced to help call the auction for the match along with Josh Matthews since Lawler and Cole are obviously in the match. Cole got on the mic demanding attention as he came out in a goofy bright orange wrestling get up with knee braces and collegiate wrestling headgear. Cole started to taunt and make fun of JR for not being in shape since he took his job away. Cole said Lawler and JR are both overweight, overrated and over the hill. Cole kept hamming it up on the mic as he got into the ring and said after tonight he'll be proclaimed the new "Mr Wrestlemania."
Jack Swagger's music hit next to bring Swagger, Cole's trainer, to the ringside area. Swagger began doing pushups on the ramp, but was interrupted by the smashed glass breaking and Stone Cold's theme music. Stone Cold arrived out on his ATV and nearly ran over Swagger on the ramp. Austin circled the ring several times with Cole looking petrified. Cole rushed over and locked himself in the protective box, staying there as Austin posed in the ring. Finally, Lawler was given his introduction by Justin Roberts. This is Lawler's first ever Wrestlemania match of his 40-year career.
Cole did some warmup moves like jumping jacks in his protective box, standing on his table. Austin demanded Cole get in the ring and Cole said he wasn't ready yet. Austin called for the bell, so Lawler ran out of the ring. He headed off an attack by Swagger and knocked him down before going over towards Cole.
Cole pleaded with Lawler, saying he never meant what he said. Cole offered a handshake through his clear box. Lawler went for it and shook but wouldn't release Cole's hand. He started to yank Cole by the hand against the box, scrunching his face against it. Lawler then climbed over the side and began to bash Cole around inside the protective cage. The door swung open so Lawler pulled Cole out and tossed him into the podium before tossing Cole into the ring.
Austin checked on Cole in the ring, while Swagger rushed and smashed Lawler down on the outside to help out Cole. Cole recollected himself in the ring then hit a running baseball slide dropkick on Lawler. Swagger locked the Ankle Lock on Lawler outside the ring as Cole distracted Austin. Back in the ring, Cole stood on Lawler's hurt leg near the ropes as Swagger was there encouraging it.
Cole continued to stay in control, as he ran and did an attempted Swagger bomb on the corner. Cole jumped onto the corner and hit it, then pulled Lawler into the ring for the first near fall. Booker said his heart skipped a beat there. Cole continued to work on Lawler's hurt ankle and leg.
Cole had the AnkCole Lock on Lawler, but the Hall of Famer countered and kicked Cole to the corner. Lawler started to get serious momentum, attacking Cole in the corner. Swagger tossed in the white towel on behalf of Cole. Austin gave a look, then picked up the towel and wiped his sweat with it. He threw it back at Swagger. Swagger got in the ring to plead his case in Austin's face, but ended up getting hit by a Stone Cold Stunner followed by two middle finger taunts. Lawler waited for Cole to get up, asking if he wants to continue. Cole had his hands on Austin, then slapped his arms and pushed Stone Cold.
Austin shoved Cole and he got a right hand from King. Lawler kept punching away on Cole down on the mat. Lawler continued to stay in control as Austin watched in amusement. Lawler got on the corner, pointed to the Wrestlemania banner, then lowered his strap to drop off the corner with his driving punch. Austin went for the pinfall count and got to 2, but Lawler pulled Cole up smiling. Austin laughed it off. Lawler put an Ankle Lock on Cole and he immediately started tapping out frantically. Austin got down and played around a bit before finally calling for the bell.
Post-match, time for a beer bash. Austin and Lawler toasted, then Booker T got in the ring. He did the Spin-A-Rooni before Austin slapped hands with him, then caught a beer. He handed Booker the beer and toasted. They started to drink up but Booker got kicked in the gut then hit by the Stunner.
Cole and Swagger were up on the ramp as the lights flashed. The anonymous Raw GM sent an email. Josh Matthews read that the GM said the ref blatantly interfered in the match, meaning that Lawler is disqualified, meaning Michael Cole is the winner. Lawler was upset and grabbed Matthews, then tossed him in the ring. Matthews stood up and got kicked by Austin, then hit by the Stunner!
Winner: Michael Cole wins due to disqualification of Jerry Lawler due to Stone Cold Steve Austin's interference in the match.
The Undertaker vs. Triple H
No Holds Barred Match
They showed a lengthy highlight video package to build up Triple H and The Undertaker with The Streak on the line. After that, Justin Roberts introduced the No Holds Barred match. The lights dimmed and hard rock music kicked in with explosions and light effects. A scene of mountains and forrest was on the big screen up on the ramp as medieval knights with shields all arrived out. They all moved away to reveal Triple H dressed in medieval King of Kings costume. Lights went out again, and HHH was there as "Time to Play the Game" kicked in. This one's got classic written already!Undertaker got an intro featuring his traditional bells tolling, but then the Johnny Cash "Ain't No Grave" music kicked in as smoke gave way to The Undertaker coming down the ramp. Triple H stared out at him and crouched down in the ring in preparation. Justin Roberts announced The Undertaker as he continued his long walk to the ring.
Early on, this one was ugly. The action spilled to the outside where Triple H tackled Undertaker through Michael Cole's clear protective cage, smashing it in the process! Taker got right back up and stared at Triple H in the ring, then got back in on fire. Both men hammered away at each other. Remember, this is a No DQ/No Countout situation with No Holds Barred.
Triple H continued his furious attack outside the ring as he whipped Taker into the crowd barrier, then removed the cover of the commentators table. HHH got up on the table and went for a Pedigree. Taker slipped out and tried for a Chokeslam. Instead, HHH countered and went for another Pedigree. Taker countered that to flip HHH off and to the floor hard. It took HHH some time to get up on the outside. No countouts but as HHH stood up, Taker ran across the ring and hit a suicide dive to take both guys out on the outside.
Undertaker charged at Triple H near the Spanish announcers table. HHH countered to hit a huge side suplex and smashed Taker through the table. Both guys stumbled around, but HHH fell down outside the ring as Taker stumbled in the ring. Jim Ross on commentary said some day the Streak will end, but is this the time? Just after, Taker hit a huge Chokeslam, but HHH barely kicked out of the pinfall.
Meanwhile, The Undertaker wielded a steel chair later on, smashing it against HHH's back. However, just a few moments later, Triple H hit The Pedigree. He had a near fall with Taker barely kicking out!
HHH went for a move on Taker in the corner, but Taker countered and hit The Last Ride for a near fall. After that, he signaled for the Cutthroat. He got HHH up and hit the Tombstone Piledriver. 1, 2...and HHH kicks out of that one, wow!
A frustrated Undertaker threw down the steel chair next to HHH's body. Taker picked up HHH on his shoulder, but HHH slid off then DDT'd Taker onto the steel chair. Both guys were layed out on the mat. Taker had his arm on HHH's body, but the ref didn't make any pinfall counts.
As they finally got up, HHH hit a second Pedigree on Taker. The near fall sent the crowd into a frenzy as Taker kicked out yet again. Triple H hit a third Pedigree, with Taker kicking out once again. Triple H smashed a steel chair repeatedly on Taker yelling "stay down!" Taker used all his strength to stand up, but HHH walked over and smashed him over the head with the chair. HHH fell to the ropes as Taker was flat on his back.
Triple H walked over and told Taker to stay down, then asked what is wrong with you. Taker grabbed him by the throat, but then stumbled back to the ropes. Undertaker looked ready to go still, but HHH signaled for Cutthroat. He picked up Taker and hit the Tombstone Piledriver on him. A pinfall ensued with Taker kicking out once again!
HHH grabbed the Sledgehammer from outside the ring and walked in. He said it's time, but Taker grabbed him and put the Hell's Gate submission on. Triple H dropped the Sledgehammer and struggled to get loose. Taker locked the hold though as HHH looked for a way out. The Game fought to his feet with the Hell's Gate locked in. HHH finally got his hand to the Sledgehammer and picked it up but then it fell out of his hand. He kept struggling but seemed to be fading. Finally HHH tapped against Taker's body to give in. The Streak is now at 19-0. The Johnny Cash music played as pyro went off and a big 19-0 was shown up on stage. Both guys were still laying in the ring as the music played on.
HHH got to the outside and finally after several WWE refs and officials checked him out, Taker rolled out under the ropes. HHH stopped at the bottom of the ramp to watch, holding his left arm. Taker fell to the floor. HHH walked over but the ref ordered him to walk away. Finally a cart drove down to ringside to load Taker onto a stretcher and take him away, clearly decimated from the big match!
Winner: The Undertaker wins via submission over Triple H in the No Holds Barred Match. The Streak extends to 19-0.
John Morrison, Trish Stratus & Snooki vs. Dolph Ziggler & Lay-Cool
Mixed Gender Tag Match
Vickie Guerrero arrived out to introduce Team LayCool and Dolph Ziggler. Next out was John Morrison, followed by Trish Stratus. This is her first Wrestlemania in five years. Final introduction was "Jersey Shore" star Snooki to the show's theme music.Stratus and McCool in an early catfight, with Michelle gaining the upperhand. However as she got to the corner in a seated position, Stratus tried for her headscissors move. Michelle pulled her to the top and they punched each other. Both divas tumbled out to the floor. Stratus shoved Michelle into the barrier. Layla rushed over and got decked by Trish. As LayCool stood up, Trish dove off the apron onto them both. Trish continued the attack on McCool in the ring for near falls. Ziggler yanked Trish off the pin, but Morrison got in to take him out over the top rope.
The close saw Snooki get into the ring and do a side flip and backflip to hit Michelle in the corner. She finished with a moonsault flip over McCool and then a big splash on her for the pinfall. They showed the WWE Tough Enough contestants at ringside watching and cheering for Trish, Snooki and Morrison.
Winners: Snooki, Trish Stratus & John Morrison win via pinfall over Team LayCool and Dolph Ziggler.
John Cena vs. The Miz
WWE Championship
They showed an interesting video package to promote Miz before the main event WWE Championship match. The "Hate Me Now" song by Nas and Diddy played as they showed highlights of Miz from his career.There was a huge white "AWESOME!" set up on stage. The Miz and Alex Riley came smashing through the letters. Miz hoisted up the WWE Championship as sparkling effects went off behind him and Riley. The backdrop was red carpet style with silouhette paparazzi and fans on the screen.
Miz waited in the ring as a chorus group of red and white gospel singers was assembled on the top of the stage. Looks like another interesting John Cena introduction is coming. They showed Cena highlights with a DMX intro prayer over it. The chorus group started up a lively song and clapping, before finally giving way to John Cena's official entrance music. Cena came up a small ramp to the stage, saluted the fans, then rushed down the ramp to the ring, diving in.
They locked up early, with Miz gaining some control after a shoulder block, but Cena able to hip toss him. Miz backed away when he saw Cena prepare to throw a punch. They did a strength test, with Cena able to put a side headlock on. It got to the corner, where Cena broke the hold, but Miz kicked Cena in the gut then stomped on him on the mat.
Miz began to punch away on Cena to keep him down on the mat. JR said a man can only sustain so many shots. Cena hit a gut wrench bomb on Miz for a near fall. Miz missed on a followup charging move, so Cena jumped off the corner and hit the leg drop on the back of Miz's head for another near fall. Jim Ross and Jerry Lawler said it seemed Cena's equilibrium has been effected. Right after that he gained momentum, with shoulder tackles. However, Cena looked woozy as he did the Five Knuckle Shuffle on Miz. Cena picked him up for the Attitude Adjustment, but Miz countered and then drilled Cena with a DDT for the near fall.
The Miz tore off the corner turnbuckle, with the ref distracted when he went to put it back on. Cena rolled Miz into the inside cradle for a near fall, but the ref was putting the cover back. He dropped it and went for the count with Miz escaping it. Cena picked him up for the AA, but Miz grabbed the ropes. Moments later, Cena locked the STF on Miz. Miz crawled to reach the bottom rope and finally broke it. The ref ordered Cena to break it off.
The Miz went for another Skullcrushing Finale, but this time Cena countered and threw him off. Miz hit into the ref, knocking him out. Cena hit AA, but the ref was out and couldn't count the pinfall. From there, Alex Riley smashed Cena in the face with the briefcase. However, Cena still kicked out of the pinfall as the ref finally crawled over for the cover.
Later still, Cena avoided a briefcase shot by The Miz, causing Miz to smash Alex Riley in the face. Cena had another near fall. Later, outside the ring Cena rushed over and clotheslined The Miz over the crowd barrier. Both guys were down on the pavement, with the ref counting them both out. The bell rang and Justin Roberts announced that it was a draw with Miz retaining the title.
However, as Miz's theme music played, The Rock's music interrupted. Rock stormed to the ring. Once he was inside, the anonymous GM sent an email. Rock stopped JR from going to read it, and went to read instead. He said "and I quote, as anonymous Raw GM I think..." Rock said "it doesn't matter what you think" then threw the laptop down.
Rock ordered the match to restart with no disqualifications or countouts. Cena was up fast and rushed over to toss Miz into the ring. He almost had the AA, but Miz grabbed the ropes to get away. The Rock was still in the ring and hit Cena with the Rock Bottom. He then left the ring and watched as The Miz covered Cena for the win.
The Miz celebrated in the ring with The Rock watching from the ramp. A "Rocky" chant started up with Rock staring at Miz in the ring. Rock rushed into the ring, with Miz trying for a shot at him with the belt. Rock ducked it and layed the smackdown on Miz with a bunch of moves. He hit a huge Spinebuster, then did the People's Elbow. Rock celebrated on the corner with his trademark pose to close out the show.
Winner: The Miz wins via pinfall over John Cena in a No DQ match to retain the WWE Championship.
Check back as these results will be updated throughout tonight's Pay-Per-View event. Final results will be here as of 11PM EST on Sunday night. Also, check out the WWEDIVASOURCE Twitter profile for updates via Twitter!
Enjoy tonight's Wrestlemania 27 Pay-Per-View and thanks for stopping by!
Labels: Alberto Del Rio, Edge, Jerry Lawler, John Cena, Michael Cole, PPV Matches, PPV Recaps, Stone Cold Steve Austin, The Miz, The Rock, Trish Stratus, Wrestlemania 27, WWE PPV's
1 Comments:
I only saw the first few matches before I had to leave for band practice but was quite impressed by Randy Orton and CM Punk’s effort. Aside from the HHH/Undertaker match the rest of Wrestlemania seems pretty lackluster. I’m glad I didn’t pay $60 for this crap and was invited to somebody else’s house instead; if that’s what McMahon delivers for such a large fee ($10 more for HD) I think I’ll avoid his product from now on. It’s a shame TNA is garbage nowadays too (aside from RVD, who isn’t used to his full potential with the organization). Good recap though. =)
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