Goldman & Braddock Released

The latest WWE superstar to come and go is Scotty Goldman (real name: Scott Colton) who'd been appearing on Smackdown for some months now with quirky promo videos and no big victories. His last appearance was this past Friday on Smackdown as he was put into a match against Umaga, and promptly squashed by a hip splash and Samoan Spike.

Several days ago, WWE.com posted the standard send-off note it does for most of its released superstars:

World Wrestling Entertainment has come to terms on the release of SmackDown Superstar Scotty Goldman (Scott Colton) as of February 20, 2009. WWE wishes Scott the best in all future endeavors.

Smackdown had been a colorful character and posted several blog entries over at the WWE Universe. However now his profile and blog both read:

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Goldman's Smackdown profile has also been pulled in conjunction with his release. Interestingly enough Smackdown superstar Ryan Braddock (Brad Bradley) was released just a day after Goldman yet still has a WWE profile viewable here and Superstar bio here. Braddock's last notable match was back in September of 2008 when he defeated Festus by disqualification. Braddock was wrapped in packaging material by the Jesse & Festus Smackdown moving company and shipped out. Squashed by Umaga or shipped out in bubble wrap, you decide...

Smackdown Preview 09.26.08

Last week WWE superstar Vladimir Kozlov left the Smackdown roster in turmoil. For several weeks, Kozlov had been demanding better competition to face. Since he was given none, Kozlov decided to find it on his own. Kozlov proceeded to attack Jeff Hardy in subsequent weeks, and last week ended Smackdown by laying out the Game Triple H in the squared circle. Now Kozlov will face greater competition on tonight's show, as he has been put in a one-on-one contest against The Great Khali. How will Kozlov handle the gigantic competitor? Will Khali show Kozlov there is someone capable of defeating him?

Meanwhile, the two superstars who Kozlov attacked last week, Hardy and Triple H, are preparing for their No Mercy title match. The two will face off in less than two weeks, with HHH claiming Jeff can never achieve the WWE title, because he's always a step away. Jeff has insinuated that Triple H received the push he needed to become a champ because he's "part of the family". Tensions seem higher than ever between these two stars, who have met before, under different circumstances. How will Triple H and Jeff Hardy prepare for their fight which comes in under two weeks? Will one superstar stand taller than the rest on Smackdown?

Let's not forget about the power couple of Smackdown, General Manager Vickie Guerrero and The Big Show. The duo repeatedly re-played footage of Show laying out Undertaker at No Mercy. They also decided to mock Undertaker, having Chavo Guerrero dress up as the Deadman so Vickie could make him kiss her feet. The joking came to a stop later in the show as Chavo found himself alone watching footage of Undertaker being beat down. As the footage came to a stop, Undertaker appeared on the screen, and next thing fans saw was an arm (The Undertaker's) grab Chavo's neck. Will Chavo be back on Smackdown this week? What will Undertaker's next move be against Vickie, Show and La Familia?

And there's plenty of other storylines as we head into Smackdown's final night on CW Network. R-Truth is coming off a non-title win over Shelton Benjamin. Will Truth receive a title shot this early after his debut? The Colons also have been granted a tag team title match on tonight's show against Ryder/Hawkins. Will the Colons have what it takes to become champs? Also there's the moving crew of Jesse & Festus, who continue to pack up various superstars and take them away, in anticipation of Smackdown's move to MyNetworkTV. Who will be the next superstar to be packed up and hauled off?

Catch the action on Smackdown Friday night at 8/7 CT, for its final airing on The CW Network.

Read WWE.com's official Smackdown preview here.

Smackdown Recap 09.19.08

Smackdown Recap from Nashville, TN:

Smackdown opened with highlights of the Championship Scramble from Unforgiven, Triple H came out successfully with his WWE title despite Jeff Hardy having a pinfall at the same time as HHH's last second pin. The two confronted each other on last week's Smackdown, with HHH saying he hopes Jeff becomes #1 Contender for the title, so he can barely miss winning it again. Later in the night, Hardy was abl eto win the Fatal Fourway to capture the #1 Contender spot. Hardy's celebration was short-lived because Vladimir Kozlov walked down to the ring and left Jeff decimated in the ring.

Tazz announced tonight's match between Jeff Hardy and Brian Kendrick, with Jim Ross announcing that the champ Triple H will go against MVP. Divas Champ Michelle McCool came down to the ring to start off the show.

Maryse vs. Michelle McCool
Divas Championship match

In a rematch from Unforgiven, McCool defended her title against Maryse on Smackdown. Maryse seemed to have control of things as she kicked Michelle down on the mat, and eventually locked in a modified Camel Clutch type submission. Michelle was able to stand up and back into Maryse several times to break things up. Maryse quickly yanked Michelle's hair and slammed her back to the mat.

Michelle finally regained control after Maryse tried to throw her over the top rope. Michelle landed on her feet on the apron and rammed into Maryse. The two continued to battle with Maryse grabbing Michelle's arms to try to lock her up for a pinfall. Michelle reversed the move then was able to pick up Maryse and slam her down in a vicious finisher, the Wings of Love.

Winner: Michelle McCool defeats Maryse via pinfall to retain the WWE Divas Championship.

Jim Ross reminded fans that Thursday October 2nd will be a world television premiere of Wrestlemania 24. Friday October 3rd will be the debut of Smackdown on MyNetwork TV at 8PM. Check your local listings for more info.

Backstage, Vickie Guerrero and Big Show were discussing the Undertaker situation and the the World Heavyweight title. Eve came into the office for an interview, and asked about Undertaker. Vickie told Eve to ask her next question and Eve started to ask about getting in the ring to wrestle. Vickie and Show chuckled and Vickie told Eve to take a seat. Big Show had a remote control and played the video of Unforgiven where he layed out the Undertaker in the ring.

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Ryan Braddock vs. Festus

Jesse and Festus came down to the ring dressed in movers uniforms carrying bubble wrap and wheeling down a box on a dolly. Last week Festus was wrestling Kenny Dykstra but the match ended when Jesse and Festus wrapped Dykstra up and taped his mouth, then wheeled him backstage on the dolly.

As soon as the bell sounded, Festus unloaded on Braddock, punching him in the corner. Braddock managed to escape the corner and dropkicked Festus into it. Braddock tried to come off the ropes at Festus but was met by a huge righthand punch. Festus continued to go after Braddock, but missed on a shoulder block. Braddock started using a headlock on Festus. Festus got to his feet, lifting up Braddock, then dropped down to slam him. From here Festus, performed his jumping splash to sit on Braddock, then used his face first slam to KO Braddock. Jesse tossed in some duck tape to Festus who began to tie up Braddock. The ref called for the DQ, sounding the bell, and Jesse got in the ring to continue tying up their latest victim.

Once again Jesse & Festus took their opponent hostage during the match as they wrapped Braddock in bubble wrap and tape, then wheeled him backstage.

Winner: Ryan Braddock wins via disqualification over Festus.

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Backstage, Big Show and Vickie joked about Eve asking what they'd do if Undertaker shows up. Vickie said she'll make him get on his knees and apologize. The two reviewed the highlights of what they did to Taker at Unforgiven again.

R-Truth vs. Shelton Benjamin

In a non-title bout, the rising star R-Truth took on US champ Shelton Benjamin. R-Truth came down through the audience performing his "What's Up" rap song. Shelton Benjamin stood in the ring looking part bewildered and part unimpressed.

Benjamin displayed dominance early on, but Truth was able to hit a spinning forearm off the ropes to knock him down. Truth took Shelton to the corner and kept attacking, with Shelton recovering to start hammering Truth to the mat. Truth went for a hip toss as Shelton came off the ropes, but Shelton turned it into a powerslam. Shelton started to dominate again using a stretching submission of Truth over his knee, then an Irish whip to the corner. Truth was able to escape another hold and got to his feet throwing forearm punches at Shelton. The two continued to battle it out with Shelton trying to reverse an R-Truth move into a face-first slam. Instead, R-Truth countered and used a surprising roll-up pin to take the upset victory.

After Truth's victory, Gregory Helms appeared in a small circle up in the corner of the the screen saying he had a Smackdown update: "it appears the price of Gold just went down".

Winner: R-Truth wins via pinfall over Shelton Benjamin.

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Smackdown Rewind showed Jeff Hardy's victory in the Fatal Fourway last week, followed by Vladimir Kozlov coming to the ring to attack him.

Jeff Hardy vs. The Brian Kendrick

Jeff came to the ring with a mic in hand to address the fans. Jeff discussed his rocky road in the WWE, and how he's still confident in himself, so the negative thoughts don't get to him. Jeff discussed HHH accusing him of never winning the big one. Jeff said he realizes that HHH was really trying to motivate and change him to be better. Jeff said it's worked, and he's better and ready to fight for the title.

Jeff began to speak to Vladimir Kozlov for the sneak attack last week, when Brian Kendrick came out to interrupt. Kendrick had a mic in hand and told Jeff he needs to worry more about him, right now. Kendrick said he lost last week in a free for all, but tonight's its 1 on 1.

Hardy was clearly upset as he started things off, taking Kendrick to the mat ferociously several times and beating him up in the corner. Kendrick was able to recover and knocked Jeff to the outside with Ezekiel looking on. Kendrick got Hardy back in the ring and began to put a submission on Jeff's leg. Jeff grabbed the ropes to break the hold. Jeff gained momentum and after knocking Kendrick down was trying to go to the corner for a Swanton. Kendrick grabbed his leg to stop Jeff. As they fought on their feet, Kendrick delivered a huge boot to Hardy. Kendrick whipped Jeff to the corner, where Jeff was about to do a Whisper in the Wind, but Ezekiel was near the corner eyeing him. Jeff came down and turned,and Kendrick kicked him in the stomach. Despite Kendrick's move, Jeff was able to reverse Kendrick's attempt to roll him up for a win.

After Hardy's victory as he was celebrating up the ramp, Vladimir Kozlov appeared to knock Jeff down on the top of the rampway. Kozlov stood over Jeff looking down at him.

Winner: Jeff Hardy wins via pinfall over The Brian Kendrick.

Vickie was speaking to an unknown man in her office when Big Show burst in. Show informed Vickie that he just saw the Undertaker. Show stood in a fighting stance, as the camera view switched to 1st person of the cameraman. Vickie told Show she'd handle this. Vickie demanded that the person supposed to be Undertaker kiss her feet and apologize. The fake did so, then revealed himself as Chavo dressed as Undertaker. Show, Chavo and Vickie all chuckled over it.

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Smackdown saw the return of Carlito's Cabana, featuring host Carlito and his brother/tag team partner, Primo. Primo began saying the competition seems easy on Smackdown and it won't be long before they become tag team champs. The tag champs, Zach Ryder and Curt Hawkins showed up to interrupt the show. Gregory Helms showed up in the corner of the screen in a circle saying maybe they should be named Curt and Jerk. Carlito and Primo joked about not knowing who Ryder and Hawkins are.

Ryder and Hawkins got upset, then told them they are the tag team champs, and Carlito challenged them to a tag match right now. After some insults in Spanish, Ryder and Hawkins finally agreed to give them a tag team title shot next week on Smackdown. Jesse and Festus began to arrive down to the ring with bubble wrap and the dolly, just as Ryder and Hawkins started to attack the Colons. Jesse and Festus rushed into the ring to save the Colons and chased Ryder/Hawkins up the ramp.

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Backstage, WWE Divas Maria and Brie Bella are show talking. Victoria and Natalya walked up to interrupt, promising that next week when they face off, they will find out Brie's secret.

Scotty Goldman vs. The Great Khali

Prior to the match a promo was shown of Goldman mocking Khali and Runjin Singh using a paper bag puppet to represent Singh as he translated. Khali dominated the match from the onset, tossing Goldman into the ring corner and then back down to the mat. Khali used standing clotheslines, then picked up Goldman for the doublehanded slam to the mat. Khali put one foot on Goldman's chest to make the pin.

Tazz announced that next week on Smackdown, Great Khali will face Vladimir Kozlov one on one.

Winner: The Great Khali wins via pinfall over Scotty Goldman.

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WWE Mobile presented the Raw Rebound. Covered in the highlights were Jericho winning against CM Punk in the Steel Cage match for the World Heavyweight title. Later in the night, GM Mike Adamle decided to announce who would face Jericho for the title at No Mercy. Jericho came to the ring saying JBL and Batista should face off at No Mercy, then the winner faces Y2J for the title. Adamle came out and agreed to JBL vs. Batista, with the winner facing the champ, but not at No Mercy. Adamle presented that another wrestle came forward to give him a title match idea. Shawn Michaels came out and informed Jericho he'll be his opponent at No Mercy, in a ladder match.

Backstage, Ryder & Hawkins were shown discussing what just happened with the Colons, Jesse & Festus in the ring. Chavo told Bam, Ryder and Hawkins to leave so he could watch the footage of Big Show beating up the Undertaker. Chavo rolled the highlights from Unforgiven once again. Suddenly, the TV screen went to static and The Undertaker appeared on the screen. The Undertaker's music sounded and a hand, the Undertaker's was shown grabbing Chavo around his neck.

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MVP vs. Triple H

In the main event, non-title bout, Triple H tuned up against MVP. MVP was impressive as he dominate The Game for a good part of the match. MVP tried to wear HHH down with a move holding HHH's arm back to strain it. HHH stood up on the mat and broke the hold, but MVP kneed him in the gut. MVP tried to whip HHH to the ropes, but MVP reversed it and was able to use a vicious armbar takedown to slam HHH to the mat. MVP went to charge at HHH in the corner with his running kick, but HHH turned and gave a boot to MVP's face, knocking him down. HHH and MVP began to punch back and forth in the ring, with HHH using a neckbreaker to drop MVP. HHH came off the ropes to drive MVP's face to his knee, then clotheslined MVP off the ropes.

After a failed pin, HHH whipped MVP to the corner. MVP used a boot in the charging champ's face. However, as MVP ran towards HHH he received a Spinebuster. MVP escaped out of the ring to recover, and as HHH came out, MVP was quick to retaliate. MVP tossed HHH into the ring and then climbed the corner. MVP jumped at HHH, but The Game recovered to kick MVP in the gut and deliver the Pedigree!

After Triple H's victory, Vladimir Kozlov came to the ring and Triple H motioned for him to bring it. Kozlov walked down staring at HHH, then got into the ring. The two faced each other from opposite corners with HHH asking for it. MVP got back up on the side apron and distracted HHH enough so Kozlov could attack. HHH fought back, punching Kozlov, but the Russian had too much brute force and started to ram HHH in the corner. HHH continued to fight back off the ropes, but a massive headbut from Kozlov dropped him to the mat. Kozlov let out a scream and stood looking down at HHH as Smackdown ended.

Winner: Triple H wins via pinfall over Great Khali.

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Smackdown Recap 08.15.08

Smackdown Recap from Norfolk, VA:

Smackdown opened with highlights of last week's events where members of La Familia were being attacked mysteriously backstage. A black rose was found on each of them, making Vickie Guerrero and Chavo think it was the Undertaker. Later on, Edge came to Vickie's office and told her and Chavo to work with him. The three went to the ring and Edge tried to call out Undertaker as he held 2 steel chairs. Chavo went to pick up a chair Edge put down on the mat for him, but Edge smashed Chavo across the back. As Smackdown ended, Edge had dumped Vickie out of her wheelchair and vowed to take her to Hell with him.

Jim Ross and Tazz opened the show hyping Summerslam for this weekend, right before the United States Championship match started.

Jeff Hardy vs. Shelton Benjamin
United States Championship

Shelton had control over Jeff as he used a backbreaker and then a Samoan Drop to take Jeff to the mat. After a failed pinfall, Shelton continuously pummeled Hardy. Hardy got to his feet with Shelton still punching away. A spinning kick knocked Jeff to the mat for another near fall. Shelton was able to counter a Twist of Fate attempted by Hardy and brought Jeff down across his knee. A mid air collision off the ropes left both men down on the mat. The match spilled out of the ring and back in again, with Jeff gaining momentum. Jeff was all set to go off the corner turnbuckle for a Swanton, but out of nowhere MVP appeared and shoved Jeff off the corner. The ref called for the bell for the DQ in Jeff's favor.

After the bell MVP tried a running kick but Jeff moved out of the way, making MVP kick Shelton instead. Jeff landed a Twist of Fate on MVP, then hit the Swanton on MVP, followed by a Swanton on Shelton.

Winner: Jeff Hardy wins due to disqualification over Shelton Benjamin.

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Vickie Guerrero was shown in her office backstage looking upset. Victoria came in and Vickie asked her to talk. After Victoria tried to make some small talk, Vickie told her that both Undertaker and Edge are here. Vickie asked Victoria to stay with her in the office so she'd be safe.

Maria & Michelle McCool vs. Maryse & Natalya

After being doubleteamed for a bit, Maria was able to crawl away and escape Natalya to make a tag. Michelle leaped over the top rope to land a kick into Natalya then continued to knock her down around the ring with clotheslines, kicks and neckbreakers. Michelle hit a face first suplex to drive Natalya to the mat, then was about to pin. Maryse pulled Natalya to the outside and Michelle went out to fight off Maryse. With Natala in the corner, Michelle climbed the ropes to attack. Maryse came over on the side apron to distract, but Michelle got off the corner and knocked her down. Natalya capitalized on the distraction and grabbed Michelle's legs then used a cradle pin to get a quick win.

Winners: Natalya & Maryse win via pinfall over Maria & Michelle McCool.

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Scotty Goldman vs. Brian Kendrick

Prior to the match, Kendrick took the mic to brag about his wrestling abilities and how he brings the most to the WWE of anyone. Kendrick told the fans he wrestles for himself not the fans, and he's the future. Scotty Goldman made his Smackdown debut against Kendrick.

Goldman had a near pinfall on Kendrick, then went after him in the corner. Goldman hoisted Kendrick up for a Power bomb, but Kendrick slid off and got down on the mat, then shoved Goldman face first into the corner ropes. Kendrick followed up with his finisher, a DDT style move using the ropes to run off and slam Goldman to the mat.

After the match, Ezekiel stood Goldman up. Kendrick held onto Goldman as Ezekiel ran off the ropes to deliver a shoulder block and knock Goldman hard to the mat.

Winner: Brian Kendrick wins via pinfall over Scotty Goldman.

Backstage, Eve Torres interviewed Triple H about the Great Khali and their upcoming Summerslam match. Highlights were shown from last week where Khali attacked HHH during their arm wrestling contest. HHH said last week Khali made his a statement, but at Summerslam he'll make the statement. All of a sudden, Kenny Dykstra showed up to interrupt. Dykstra told HHH tonight's fight is a major opportunity and he plans to take full advantage of it. HHH said he admires his spirit but he picked the wrong day and guy.

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Great Khali and his translator Singh came to the ring. Khali began to yell out at the crowd, then Singh translated. Singh said everyone witnessed Khali's power last week when he crushed Triple H's skull. Singh said Khali doesn't care about HHH's past accomplishments and he's focused on winning the WWE title, with HHH as just another obstacle. Singh warned Triple H he should get out while he still has his pride, health and WWE title. Triple H's theme music came on and the Game came down to the ring. Khali watched from near the commentator's table along with Singh who went on commentary.

Kenny Dykstra vs. Triple H

Dykstra started out with a momentous attack on HHH, pounding him around the ring from corner to corner. HHH finally came back out of the corner for a huge clothesline, then slammed Dykstra's face to his knee. Dykstra was able to kick HHH as he came off the ropes, but HHH soon followed with a Spinebuster. Giving a look out at Khali, HHH locked in the Pedigree on Dykstra and delivered a pinfall victory.

After the match, Singh started to rant on the mic asking HHH if he remembers what happened last week to him. HHH grabbed Singh around the neck and tossed him in the ring. Still looking out at Khali, HHH prepared to destroy his handler. Khali got up on the apron, then went to step in the ring. HHH immediately ran over to attack. The two fought for a bit with HHH ducking Khali attempted chops. HHH tried for a Pedigree but couldn't get it. HHH came off the ropes to knock Khali against the ropes, then clotheslined him out of the ring.

Winner: Triple H wins via pinfall over Great Khali.

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Ryan Braddock vs. Big Show

Another wrestler debuted on Smackdown as Braddock drew the unfortunate first match against Big Show. Show completely beat up Braddock, knocking him out of the ring, and then into the corner. Show used vicious chops to Braddock's chest, then tossed Braddock to the mat. As Braddock stood up, Show delivered a huge right-handed punch to knock out the newcomer. Show took the quick pinfall to win it.

Winner: Big Show wins via pinfall over Ryan Braddock.

Backstage an angry MVP yanked the mic out of Eve Torres' hands and cut a promo to Jeff Hardy. MVP said Hardy may have thought he felt bad when he was suspended at Wrestlemania, or when his home burned down or his dog died. MVP said once he's through with him, he won't feel shame, sorrow or misery, he won't feel a damn thing. MVP ended with the trademark "I am better than you." then slammed the mic down.

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Backstage Vickie told Victoria there's a small part of her which still loves Edge despite him cheating. Vickie said after what happened last week she never wants to see Edge again. Vickie became frightened and upset saying she needs to leave. Victoria helped Vickie out by pushing her wheelchair out of the office to take her to her limo.

A promo was shown for R-Truth discussing his time locked up in a cell. Truth said he chose to turn his life around and become strong inside and out. The promo ended with "Today I'm strong, tomorrow I'll be stronger, and that's the truth".

Victoria continued to push Vickie to her limo in the parking garage. Vickie yelled for the driver to open her door, but nobody came to help. Victoria helped Vickie get into the back, but the window rolled down and Edge was sitting in the backseat. Victoria took off as Vickie fell to the pavement. Edge told her they would have fun tonight and he was going to take her on a ride to hell. Edge began to whirl Vickie's chair around, then started to push her forward to scare her.

Festus vs. Vladimir Kozlov

As soon as the bell rang Kozlov went wild throwing punch after punch into Kozlov, driving him to the corner. A huge uppercut finally knocked Kozlov to the mat, and he rolled out of the ring. Festus went out to continue attacking. Kozlov was able to elude a punch and then tossed Festus into the steel steps.

Kozlov brought Festus back in the ring for more of an attack. Kozlov used a bear hug, but Festus started to fight out. A belly to bell suplex gave Kozlov another pin attempt. Festus finally escaped Kozlov' bear hug and then started delivering punches. Festus picked up Kozlov and threw him back over his shoulders to the mat. Festus did his seated splash type move onto Kozlov, but Kozlov just barely kicked out of the pin. Festus continued with the brutal attack and delivered a huge boot to Kozlov in the corner. As Festus came off the ropes and flew at Kozlov with his shoulder, Kozlov lowered his head and headbutted Festus down for the pin.

Winner: Vladimir Kozlov wins via pinfall over Festus.

Jim Ross and Tazz ran down the lineup for Summerslam including Triple H vs. Khali, Jeff Hardy vs. MVP and Edge vs. Undertaker in Hell in a Cell.

Backstage, Edge was shown pushing Vickie around in her wheelchair crashing into various objects to scare her. Vickie screamed hysterically as Edge continued pushing her around. Vickie begged for Edge to stop, and he told her the ride doesn't stop until he takes her to the ring.

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Smackdown returned with highlights of how Shawn Michaels' career may be in jeopardy. Michaels is scheduled to make a major announcement at Summerslam regarding his future status with WWE.

Edge maniacally wheeled a completely terrorized Vickie Guerrero down the ramp, then dumped her out of the wheelchair. Edge grabbed a mic then layed down next to a crying Vickie. Edge told her they're going through a rough patch just like all marriages do. Edge said there's been sins committed but it hasn't all been bad. Edge said he wants all the fans to see the good times, then a highlight video showed on the Titantron of "memory lane". The video included Edge making his public apology for cheating. Vickie revealed she reinstated Undertaker and he'll be Edge's opponent at Summerslam. Also included was Edge's attack on Mick Foley and Edge attacking Chavo and Vickie in the ring last week.

Edge continued to yell at Vickie after the video, demanding she tell the Undertaker she's sorry for all she did to him. Edge told Vickie she's pathetic for causing all the pain and suffering she did. Edge said it feels like he's burning in hell now, but promises that Undertaker will burn in hell with him. Edge said they shouldn't wait for Summerslam and should just have the match now. With Edge straddling a horrified Vickie, he finished by saying Hell in a Cell will be just like he and Vickie's wedding vows: "Edge and Undertaker, til Death do us part".

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Smackdown Recap 04.11.08

Smackdown Recap from Boston, MA:

Smackdown opened with Michael Cole and Johnathan Coachman announcing tonight's unique main event of Festus vs. Undertaker. In the ring already was the Great Khali for a customary "Punjabi Peace Offering". The ring had a red carpet on it with dancers in costume who were all dancing around Khali. A man next to Khali spoke into a microphone about how Indians are a very peaceful people and Khali wants to offer a peace offering before things get any worse. Khali took the mic and began to speak indistinctly. Just then Big Show's music hit and the 7 footer made his way to the ring, as the dancers quickly exited.

Khali began to speak to Show and a man offered gifts including a beverage the man said was the "World's Finest". Show took a sip and then they presented him with a black chicken and a goat to provide him with eggs and milk. Show took a mic and said he can't describe how he feels right now, but he can show it. Big Show extended a handshake and Khali shook his hand, but soon after Big Show gave a right hand to Khali, knocking him out on the mat. The dancers outside the ring began to yell and look concerned. Khali was knocked out in the ring and Big Show exited up the ramp.

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Coach noted that later tonight Batista and Shawn Michaels will have a "Face to Face". A poll was put up for Smackdown viewers to vote if Michaels did the right thing at Wrestlemania.

Jimmy Wang Yang & Shannon Moore vs. The Miz & John Morrison

Prior to the match The Miz and Morrison were shown dressed up as Jimmy Wang Yang cutting a promo to mock Moore and Yang.

In the match, Miz managed to distract the ref at one point, allowing Morrison to deliver a boot to Moore's head. The tag champs continued to work on Moore, keeping him away from the tag to Yang. Moore was able to deliver a kick to escape Morrison finally and in came Yang to fly around the ring. Yang knocked Morrison around and went for a pin, but Morrison kicked out. Yang ran at Morrison in the corner and Morrison seated him in the corner. Yang still was able to missile dropkick.

Miz and Moore got involved in things, but Yang knocked Miz out of the ring. Moore went out after Miz, and Morrison tried to capitalize by kicking down Yang. Morrison made a tag to Miz without Yang seeing it. Yang knocked Morrison to the outside, but then Miz was right there to score the finisher, pinning Yang.

Winners: The Miz & John Morrison win via pinfall over Jimmy Wang Yang & Shannon Moore.

Footage was shown of Teddy Long holding a towel while Edge and Vickie Guerrero were getting massages at a spa. Edge got up telling Vickie this was the best thing he could do in Boston to relieve the stress after Undertaker took his title. Vickie told Edge to just relax and they professed their love as the promo ended.

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WWE Superstars Finlay and Hornswoggle made their return to Smackdown, coming out from backstage to the delight of fans.

Finlay vs. Matt Striker

During the match, Hornswoggle was at ringside and used a squirt gun to spray Striker in the face with a stream of water. Finlay followed with a hard clothesline and several more moves, until Striker gave a thumb to the eye. Striker used several dropkicks to kick Finlay out on the apron. Finlay came back into the ring and Striker continued to work on his arm down on the mat.

Finlay gained the advantage and was able to catch Striker in the apron cover outside the ring, then beat on him. Hornswoggle appeared with a bucket but it only contained confetti. Hornswoggle offered an umbrella to Striker but he refused, and then Finlay hit him with a bucket of water. Back in the ring, Hornswoggle snuck in and hit Striker with a balloon shilaleigh. Striker grabbed it as Hornswoggle scurried out. The ref came over and took away the balloon, but just then Finlay hit Striker with the real shilaleigh, then took the pin.

After the win, Finlay held Striker near the corner and Hornswoggle did the Tadpole Splash.

Winner: Finlay wins by pinfall over Matt Striker.

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WWE Confrontation of the Week showed the Smackdown diva winner, Michelle McCool. Michelle beat WWE Diva Cherry in the finals to win a customized motorcycle. Victoria came out to spoil the victory by trying to attack Michelle. McCool got the upperhand, but then an unknown blond woman came to the ring and attacked Michelle and Cherry.

Victoria vs. Michelle McCool

WWE Diva Victoria came to the ring with the unknown blonde woman who attacked Michelle and Cherry last week. Victoria introduced her in the ring as Natalya Neidhart then introduced footage of Jim "the Anvil" Neidhart. Natalya then delivered a message for the other Smackdown divas: "When you mess with the best, you go down with the rest". The two
WWE Divas chuckled before Michelle was introduced.

Michelle stormed to the ring as Natalya exited. Michelle pushed Victoria away and tried to go after Natalya. Victoria attacked Michelle, who turned to counter the punches. The divas went to the outside with Michelle clothslining Victoria down. Back in the ring, Victoria hit a huge clothesline on Michelle, then began to manhandle McCool.

Michelle escaped near the corner, then tried to climb the ropes. Victoria came over to climb up as well and hit a Superplex on Michelle. McCool regained the advantage but as she went against the ropes Natalya threw her jacket at her. The distraction allowed Victoria to roll Michelle up then pull her tights to secure the pin.

Winner: Victoria wins by pinfall over Michelle McCool.

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Michael Cole stood in the ring to discuss the recent confrontation involving Batista & Shawn Michaels. Cole introduced footage of how the rivalry started, which included HBK ending Flair's career at WM24, Flair's Farewell, Michaels discussing his emotions afterwards, and then the aftermath as Batista confronted him in the ring. A match was inked by Vickie Guerrero and William Regal for Backlash.

Cole introduced both Batista and Shawn Michaels to the ring next. Batista said they don't need an interviewer and talk show host in the ring. The two superstars stood face to face. Michaels said everyone's moved on, even Flair hugged him and has closure. HBK said the only person who hasn't moved on is Batista. HBK said that Batista has a problem with him, not with what went down at WM24. Batista said he respects what Michaels has done in his career, but not how he got to the top by backstabbing and stepping on others. Michaels told Batista he needed to take shortcuts and make sacrifices because he doesn't have the bulk and size like Batista does.

Michaels got in Batista's face and said come Backlash he'll knock his teeth down his throat. HBK went for a Superkick but Batista avoided it, then tried to get HBK into a Batista Bomb. HBK escaped and got out of the ring. Both men grinned and stared at each other as Michaels left up the ramp.

Matt Logan vs. Vladimir Kozlov

Kozlov arrived to the ring all business, with no theme music or pyro display. In the match he showed intensity as he quickly knocked Logan down and also withstood his attacks. Logan tried to gain momentum by jumping off the corner ropes at one point, but Kozlov caught him in the air then put him into a finisher to slam him on his back.

Winner: Vladimir wins via pinfall over Matt Logan.

Edge & Vickie shown with facial masks and cucumbers on their eyes, reminiscing about the spa treatment. The camera revealed Edge and Vickie also had females giving them matching pedicures. Teddy Long brought them some cocktails and was treated rudely by the couple as they gave him their cucumbers from off their faces. As the footage ended, Teddy remarked about the matching pedicures and shook his head at the lovestruck couple.

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US Champion MVP made his way to the ring wearing a fancy suit and his title belt. MVP joined the commentators to watch the Matt Hardy matchup and provide his insight.

Matt Hardy vs. Chuck Palumbo

Cole noted that MVP has held the US title for 11 months now, but that Matt Hardy cost him the win at the MITB match. The 280 pound Palumbo rode down the ramp on his motorcycle for his entrance.

Palumbo was able to wrestle Matt down to the mat, but Matt soon got to his feet to fight back. Palumbo charged off the ropes to knock Matt down with a shoulder. Hardy was able to twist Chuck's arm behind his back, but Chuck backed him into a corner then elbowed him. Palumbo began to punch away on Hardy in the corner and started to dominate from here. After a headlock on Matt down on the mat, Matt again stood up. Chuck slammed Matt down then missed on an elbow drop.

Hardy took control and was able to deliver a kick to the back of Chuck's head. Palumbo and Hardy fought near the ropes and the two spilled outside in front of MVP. Hardy stood up and stared down MVP. Palumbo took advantage and hit Matt from behind causing Matt to crash into the table. Smackdown went to commercial with Chuck picking Matt up.

Smackdown returned with Palumbo getting a suplex on Matt in the ring. Palumbo started to punish Hardy slamming him around the ring, but not getting the pinfall. Matt began to fight back, until Chuck delivered a serious boot to the skull. Hardy kept at it, ducking a Palumbo clothesline to hit him with the Side Effect. Matt was able to hit Chuck with an elbow off the ropes, then a leg drop off the ropes. Matt went for Twist of Fate but Palumbo shoved him to the ropes then delivered a massive slam. Matt kicked out of the pinfall. Chuck hoisted Matt on his shoulder, but Matt slipped off then countered with the Twist of Fate!

After the win Matt looked out at MVP. MVP stood up and stared back then proudly showed Matt he still had the US title, before walking off up the ramp. Cole said next week will see Hardy against MVP.

Winner: Matt Hardy wins via pinfall over Chuck Palumbo.

WWE Diva Eve Torres was shown backstage knocking on the locker room of Jesse & Festus. Michael Cole said Eve will be attempting to interview the unique wrestler next.

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Eve Torres talked to WWE superstars Jesse and Festus in the locker room before the upcoming match with Undertaker. Jesse said he's never seen Festus like this, but just hopes he's prepared. Jesse said he's talked to Festus all week to make sure he's focused, and this is the biggest match of his career. Jesse finished with "that is the face of the man who is about to go toe to toe with the Undertaker".

Coach introduced the theme song for Backlash "All Summer Long" by Kid Rock. Cole and Coach then ran down the PPV's matchs so far, including the Fatal Fourway, Edge vs. Taker, Big Show vs. Khali, Batista vs. Shawn Michaels and Chavo vs. Kane.

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Undertaker made his way to the ring and Smackdown took a commercial break.

Smackdown returned with footage of Edge and Vickie in bed eating strawberries and whipped cream. The action got hot and heavy and the light went out. Just then Teddy Long began to yell as he turned the light back on. Teddy said he wouldn't stay around to witness this because it's beyond his call of duty. Long left the room and Edge turned the light back off as he kissed Vickie.

Festus vs. The Undertaker

As the bell rang, Festus went into a rage and charged at Taker. Taker delivered a quick boot and then went on the offensive, attacking Festus. Taker stayed in control, but Festus started to punch and headbutt back. Taker was able to go Old School on Festus from the ropes. Festus gained an advantage after whipping Taker to the ropes then slamming him down. In the corner Festus started punching away at Taker. Festus was able to clothesline Taker out of the ring. Taker landed on both feet then grabbed Festus' leg to pull him out.

Festus took control outside the ring as he beat on Taker, then tossed him back into the ring. Festus delivered upperhand shots to Taker and Taker fell out of the ring. Outside the ring, Festus tried to whip Taker to the post, but Taker countered, whipping Festus to the steel steps. Taker layed Festus on the apron then kicked him, elbowed him and landed a leg drop.

Back in the ring, Festus got on top of Taker and started to punch away. Both men got up and Festus started to punch at Undertaker. After being whipped to the ropes, Taker managed to get a DDT in, but couldn't keep a pin. The two huge opponents continued to battle it out. trading punches. Taker hit a huge clothesline to knock Festus to the mat, but Festus regained momentum to knock Taker down to the mat. Festus tried to pick up Taker, but Taker slid off then got the Chokeslam. Fetus got a leg on the ropes to prevent the 3 count. The two went out of the ring again, with Jesse checking on Festus.

After Undertaker went outside to retrieve Festus, Festus took control again in the ring. At one point, Festus whipped Taker to the corner where the ref was. Taker stopped himself to avoid hitting the ref, but then moved away as Festus charged. Festus ran into the ref in the corner, knocking him out of action. Festus delivered a huge boot to knock Taker to the mat, but there was no ref around.

Taker soon sat back up, then got up and grappled with Festus. Down on the mat, Taker locked Festus up in his submission hold. Jesse screamed for Festus to fight out of the hold. A ref came running down to the ring to call for the bell. Jesse ran into the ring and threw himself on Festus telling Taker no more. Taker stood in the ring with his belt, then posed on 1 knee as Smackdown went off the air.

Winner: The Undertaker wins via submission over Festus.

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Smackdown Preview 04.11.08

Tonight's WWE Smackdown will feature a match between two of the most unique and often bizarre WWE superstars around. The Undertaker will do battle with Festus as Vickie Guerrero looks for more ways to wear down Taker after winning the World Heavyweight title. Festus has yet to be pinned by another wrestler, so how will Undertaker fare against his new opponent when the bell rings? Will Festus' ring rage be enough to take out Taker?

Matt Hardy made a big return to Smackdown last week, and picked up a huge win over the man who sidelined him, MVP. Hardy defeated the US Champion by pinfall which definitely seems to propel Matt into #1 contender status for the title. Will a match be announced for Matt vs. MVP at Backlash? Or will MVP continue to use tactics to duck his one-time tag team partner, Matt Hardy?

This week's Smackdown will also see the return of two familiar faces. WWE Superstar Finlay and his son Hornswoggle will appear on the show. They were last seen losing at Wrestlemania 24 to JBL in a Belfast Brawl. What will the Irish father-son duo have in store for Smackdown?

There's also sure to be more fallout from the newly announced Shawn Michaels vs. Batsita match for Backlash. WWE.com has learned that Khali is planning a “Punjabi Peace Offering” ceremony this week for the Big Show. In addition, questions remain over who the new diva is that attacked Michelle McCool on last week's show.

Catch all the action of WWE Smackdown Friday night at 8PM EST on CW.

Also see WWE.com's official preview:Colossal Undertaking

Smackdown Preview 03.21.08

Last week on Smackdown, a 3 on 2 handicap cage match was the main event, when WWE Superstar Edge, Ryder & Hawkins faced Shawn Michaels & Ric Flair. Chavo Guerrero was added to the match by Smackdown GM Vickie Guerrero, making it a 4 on 2 match for the WWE Superstars. Just when it appeared Edge and his team had decimated Michaels and Flair, the arena went dark and the Undertaker appeared in the ring. Taker had his sights set on his Wrestlemania 24 opponent, Edge, but Ryder, Hawkins and then Chavo Guerrero were able to attack Taker, allowing Edge to escape the cage. This Friday night, Undertaker will be taking on the ECW champion, Chavo Guerrero, in a non-title bout. The tune-up match will also see Undertaker looking for revenge. What sort of message will Undertaker send to Edge just a week or so before WM24?

In tag team action, the team of Jesse and Festus will get another shot at the WWE Tag team titles. The Miz and John Morrison will put their titles on the line against the quick athleticism of Jesse and raw, monstrous power of Festus. This past Tuesday's ECW saw Jesse, Festus and CM Punk defeat the tag champs along with Shelton Benjamin. Will Jesse and Festus be able to achieve the tag team titles early in their career?

There will also be a continuation of Smackdown's weekly divas competition. Last week saw Maryse eliminated, leaving Michelle McCool, Cherry, WWE Diva Victoria and Eve Torres to compete. Which of the lovely WWE Divas will be eliminated this Friday night and which will win tonight's competition?

Tune in to Smackdown at 8PM EST on CW Network, Friday night.

Also see, WWE.com Preview: Avoiding the grip of death.

ECW Recap 03.18.08

ECW Recap on Sci-Fi:

Kane came down to the ring to kick off ECW on Sci Fi. Joey Styles noted that Kane will be a part of the 24 man battle royal at Wrestlemania 24, with the winner going on to immediately challenge Chavo Guerrero for the ECW title.

Elijah Burke vs. Kane

Burke ducked out of the ring early then tried to grab Kane's legs. Kane gave him a serious kick sending Burke into the crowd barricade. Kane began to dominate back in the ring, using a sideslam to drop Burke, then several choke style submission holds. Kane took Burke to the corner for more punches then dropped him in the center of the ring for more punishment.

Tazz commented that Kane may be sending a message to Chavo as he kept Burke down in a chokehold. Burke tried to fight back and Kane punched him down. Burke finally gained some momentum off the ropes with a kick to Kane, a dropkick and then an attack in the corner. Burke tried to run at Kane for the Elijah Express in the corner, but Kane grabbed Burke by the throat, then slammed him down with a Chokeslam.

Winner: Kane wins via pinfall over Elijah Burke.

Backstage, ECW GM Armando Estrada shook hands with Mark Henry and wished him well. Chavo entered as Mark Henry was exiting. Chavo asked what was going on and Estrada said Mark Henry is now entered in the WM24 Battle Royal along with WWE Superstars like Great Khali, Big Daddy V and Kane. As Chavo protested the entrants, Colin Delaney came in. Chavo got on his case for interrupting, and Colin said Mr. Estrada told him to come in to discuss a contract. Chavo laughed and insulted Delaney. Estrada told Chavo he can blow off some steam tonight and fight Colin in a match, and if Colin wins, he's got his wrestling contract.

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Commercial for Wrestlemania XXIV shown to announce that the big event is just 12 days away. Following the commercial was a highlight piece on Floyd "Money" Mayweather discussing his origins and motivation for boxing as well as his career accomplishments.

James Curtis vs. Kofi Kingston

Curtis took control early on, until Kofi grounded him on the mat in a headlock. Curtis got up and tried to fight out, but was met by a Kofi Kingston dropkick and then more of a headlock down on the mat. Kingston came off the ropes once and delivered a shoulder to Curtis, but the next time Curtis caught him in the midsection with his knee. Curtis started to punch Kofi around the ring, and put an arm hold on him to keep him down.

Kofi finally used both feet to kick Curtis away, then started to fight back on his feet. Kofi used chops to Curtis' chest to drop him, then a side leg sweep. Kofi followed with a double leg drop on Curtis, and then the Jamaican Buzzsaw.

Winner: Kofi Kingston wins via pinfall over James Curtis.

CM Punk shown back in the locker room with Jesse and Festus. Punk tried to wave his hand in front of Festus, but Festus wouldn't respond. Jesse said once the bell rings, "that is the face of a man who can take it to the extreme".

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CM Punk, Jesse & Festus vs. Shelton Benjamin, John Morrison & The Miz

Joey Styles said on Friday's Smackdown Jesse & Festus will challenge The Miz and Morrison for the tag titles.

As the bell rang, Festus turned into a monster and everyone cleared out. Festus went out and retrieved Morrison, then brought him into the ring for a beatdown. After several moves on him, in came Jesse to splash onto Morrison. Several pins failed, and Morrison ended up taking control of Jesse. Miz came in and the tag champs threw Jesse to the ropes. Jesse caught the rope and tagged Punk. As Miz and Morrison charged at Jesse, he pulled the rope down and the champs fell out. Punk flew off the apron and landed on both men.

Meanwhile, Shelton came into the ring to attack Jesse, then went near Festus. Festus grabbed Shelton's arm and flung him out of the ring onto Miz and Morrison. Punk got back into the ring as ECW went to break.

ECW returned with Punk tossing Miz into the corner of the ring then kicking him in the back. Jesse taggged in and continued to beat up Miz with a rolling neck snap and pinfall attempt. Punk came in again and continued kicking away at Miz' legs. At one point, Morrison taunted Punk, but CM ran over and flung Morrison into the ring. Punk ran at Miz and delivered a knee to his face. As the ref was turned away, Shelton ran over, grabbed Punk and threw him down to the mat. Shelton took control from here over Punk. Shelton, Morrison and Miz isolated Punk for a while to keep him away from the tag. Punk eventually escaped using a kick to the back of Morrison's head.

Punk made the tag to Festus, as Morrison tagged in Miz. Festus want crazy, attacking all opponents and throwing Miz corner to corner. Festus hit the boot on Miz but Shelton and Morrison saved. Festus grabbed both men, then Jesse jumped off the ropes at Shelton. Festus tossed Morrison out, then was left alone with Miz to hit him with a Flapjack slam move.

Winner: CM Punk, Jesse & Festus win via pinfall over Shelton Benjamin, The Miz & John Morrison.

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Raw Rebound covered this past Monday Night's John Cena & Randy Orton vs. the Entire Raw Roster. After trying to overcome impossible odds, both Cena and Orton were left down on the mat by Umaga, before he chased JBL out of the ring and up the ramp. Triple H came to the ring last for the Raw roster, then delivered Pedigrees to both Cena & Orton to end Raw.

Joey Styles & Tazz ran down the card for Wrestlemania 24 including the Bunnymani match between WWE Divas, the WWE Triple Threat match, the World Heavyweight title match and Floyd Mayweather vs. Big Show.

Styles and Tazz announced the next inductee into the Class of 2008 for WWE Hall of Fame ceremony. Eddie Graham is the next inductee and helped train many wrestlers. Eddie wrestled with his son Mike at one time and was also part of a tag team in Vince McMahon Sr's early wrestling program. Graham was also honored as a wrestler, promoter and is called "just one of the guys". Graham will be inducted by Dusty Rhodes at the ceremony, the night before WM24.

Colin Delaney shown walking backstage on his way out to the ring.

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Footage shown of Big Show at home discussing his match with Floyd Mayweather. Show said he'll box or wrestle Mayweather, no matter what he needs to do. Big Show said he feels bad for Mayweather and how he needs money to get his posse to hang around. Show said he never changes and is who he is. Footage shown of Show's home and his dogs plus his training regimen the last 2 years. Show said now Mayweather is in his wold and he wouldn't want to be him.

Tazz interviewed Colin Delaney in the ring asking if he's ready to compete despite last night's match against JBL. Colin said he's "a lot beat up" but is ready to compete if it will mean a WWE contract.

Colin Delaney vs. Chavo Guerrero
WWE Contract if Delaney Wins

Chavo took control early giving a knee to Colin's ribs then punching him around. Colin escaped Chavo at one point and delivered a dropkick, sending Chavo out of the ring. An angry Chavo returned to the ring to fight. Delaney held his ribs as Chavo charged and knocked him down. Guerrero began to pummel the rookie around the ring. The crowd got behind Delaney with a "COLIN" chant.

Chavo continued to dominate after some brief offense by Delaney. Colin looked lifeless as Chavo tossed him to the mat, then climbed the corner ropes. Chavo jumped for the Frogsplash just as Colin moved. Delaney failed at a quick pin attempt. Chavo became enraged and grabbed Delaney's arms then did a face first slam move to capture the pin.

Winner: Chavo Guerrero wins via pinfall over Colin Delaney.

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Tonight's ECW show will be available on streaming video tomorrow at 4PM on WWE.com.

ECW Recap 11.20.07

ECW Recap from Tampa, FL:

Kenny Dykstra vs CM Punk

Highlights shown from Survivor Series where Morrison was knocked off the apron and then Punk scored the GTS on the Miz for the win.

Smackdown's Kenny Dykstra faced off with CM Punk in the opening match. Punk flipped Dykstra down to the mat and kicked him in the back, followed by a suplex. Punk tried to put a hold on Kenny's arm, but Kenny stood up and forced Punk to the ropes. Punk came off the ropes to do a backbreaker on Dykstra. Kenny threw Punk to the corner and ran at him, but CM jumped up. Dykstra had Punk on his shoulder, but Punk managed to slide off and try for a GTS. Kenny escaped to clothesline Punk down where he applied a headlock maneuver.

Punk got to his feet, but Kenny forced him back down in the hold on his neck. Dykstra locked the headlock in to wear Punk down, but Punk stood up again. Dykstra rammed him into the corner then placed him seated on the corner to beat him up more. Dykstra climbed the ropes to try to suplex Punk, but Punk countered and tossed Dykstra down to the mat. Punk followed with a splash off the ropes and pin attempt. Punk had the momentum but another pin failed after knocking Dykstra down. Punk was able to land a clothesline with a springboard off the ropes. Dykstra recovered from a pin attempt and managed to reverse Punk's bulldog to toss Punk into the corner post. Kenny climbed the corner, but Punk got up and dropckicked the rope, Kenny lost his balance and Punk grabbed him to put him into the GTS from the ropes.

Winner: CM Punk wins via pinfall over Kenny Dykstra

Styles and Tazz reviewed last week's incident when Kane came to the ring to chokeslam Matt Striker. Styles announced that tonight Kane will face Striker and Big Daddy V together in a handicap match.

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ECW returned from a commercial with Elijah Burke in the ring. Burke spoke on the mic saying he invited a close personal friend of his to come join them at ECW. Shelton Benjamin came down to the ring to join Burke.

Tommy Dreame vs. Shelton Benjamin

Benjamin knocked Dreamer to the mat early on then started punching and kicking him around the ring. With Dreamer under the bottom rope Shelton grabbed his legs to catapult him up. Dreamer continued to withstand the attack and then turned the tables. Dreamer went for a DDT but Shelton reversed to whip Dreamer to a corner. Shelton ran at him but Dreamer elbowed him. Dreamer tried to climb the ropes but Shelton grabbed his leg and yanked him to the mat. Benjamin scored a final running takedown DDT/bulldog type move then a pin on Dreamer for the win. Styles then made the announcement that Benjamin is the newest member of ECW's roster.

Winner: Shelton Benjamin wins via pinfall over Tommy Dreamer.

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Deuce & Domino vs. Jesse & Festus

Miz and Morrison joined Tazz and Styles at ringside. As the bell rang Festus turned into a monster and Jesse forced him to the outer apron. Jesse took control over Domino as he slid under him in the corner then pulled his legs out from under him. Jesse punched Domino from the apron then tried to climb the ropes and jump at him but Domino moved. Deuce put Jesse down on the mat and locked a hold on him keeping his arms pulled back.

Duece and Domino continued to dominate Jesse, until he escaped a move off the ropes by Domino. Jesse rolled under a clothesline and tagged in Festus. Festus began punching and knocking down D&D then flung Deuce over the top rope. With Domino down on the mat, Festus tagged in Jesse again and he climbed the ropes. Festus tossed Jesse from the ropes onto Domino and he captured a pinfall victory.

Winners: Jesse and Festus win via pinfall over Deuce & Domino.

Backstage Matt Striker was with Big Daddy V and told Kane he will pay the price for laying a finger on him.

Styles said they would have exclusive footage of an argument that took place between divas Kelly Kelly and Layla.

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Nunzio vs. Kevin Thorn

Thorn took control early easily dropping Nunzio to the mat for a beatdown. After several moves, Thorn put Nunzio up in a backbreaker on his shoulder and squeezed the grip. Thorn dropped to the mat with Nunzio, then picked him up to ram him into the corner of the ring. Thorn took Nunzio off the ropes and droppd him down with the Original Sin.

Winner: Kevin Thorn wins via pinfall over Nunzio.

Footage shown courtesy of WWE Mobile from after last week's ECW show. As Kelly was rolling her suitcase down a back hall to exit the arena, Layla came up with her suitcase and knocked into Kelly saying "Excuse me". The two divas got into a shoving match and threw food from a nearby buffet table onto one another before refs pulled them apart.

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Alternative rock band Seether shown sitting front row at ECW. Just then, Layla came out with a microphone to start talking near a table set up with Thanksgiving foods. Layla said she's smarter and better looking than Kelly Kelly and that is why she gives thanks this Thanksgiving. Kelly Kelly came out from behind quietly and grabbed a pie, then shoved it on Layla's face. An angry Layla grabbed a bowl of gravy and poured it on Kelly, then Kelly responded with cranberry sauce. The two divas continued to throw food from the table at each other until two refs came out. The girls fell to the floor still fighting with the refs trying to hold them back. Styles said next week they will fight in the ring.

Highlights shown from last night's Raw where Chris Jericho came out to spoil Randy Orton's "Passing of the Torch" ceremony.

Kane vs. Big Daddy V & Matt Striker

Kane immediately went at V, then dropped Striker to the mat. Kane forced V to the corner and left him there to go after Striker. Kane knocked Striker around then ran at V with a clothesline in the corner. Kane went for a double chokeslam but V hit his arms down and dropped Kane to the mat. V followed with a splash on Kane's back off the ropes. V stayed on Kane as Striker taunted him. Kane clocked Striker in the face but Striker got up and dropkicked Kane in the face. Kane managed to eventually escape the attack of Striker and V. Kane tried for pins after knocking each guy down but V kicked out and also hit Kane while he tried to pin Striker.

Kane finally eluded V and gave him a solid boot knocking him to the mat. Kane then grabbed Striker in the chokeslam and smashed him to the mat for a pin. After the bell, V went at Kane grabbing him to slam him backwards. V followed by using an elbow drop before standing over Kane in the center of the ring.

Winner: Kane wins via pinfall over Matt Striker and Big Daddy V.

WWE Smackdown Recap 11.09.07

Recap of Smackdown from Bakersfield, CA:

Friday's Smackdown started off with Michael Cole discussing tonight's Rey Mysterio vs. Finlay contest, as well as the Undertaker vs. Great Khali in a "No Holds Barred" match.

Tag Team Battle Royal

The battle royal involved the tag teams of Jesse and Festus, the Major Brothers, Deuce and Domino, Shannon Moore/Jimmy Wang Yang and Drew McIntyre with Dave Taylor. The winning team would be given a shot at the WWE tag team titles later on the show.

The bell rang and Festus became a monster knocking down various opponents. Festus slammed and kicked down opponents including Jimmy Wang Yang and the Major Brothers. Jesse ran at Deuce who moved away, causing Jesse to hit the corner ringpost with his shoulder. About 6 men worked together and tossed Festus over the top ropes.

McIntyre and Dave Taylor tried to toss Yang out, but he managed to land on the apron and roll back under the ropes. Moore and Yang worked together to dropkick down McIntyre. The 4 remaining teams continued to brawl in opposite corners of the ring. Yang prepared to jump off the corner ropes at one of the Major Brothers, but Dave Taylor ran over to knock him off, eliminating Yang and Moore. Smackdown went to a commercial, then returned with 3 teams battling in the ring. Dave Taylor was clotheslined over the top rope by Brett Majors, leaving the Majors versus Deuce and Domino. Deuce and Domino tried to push Brian over the ropes, but Brett managed to get to his feet and save him. They doubleteamed each man efficiently, using a move off the corner ropes. Deuce and Domino tried to whip Brett to the ropes, but he ducked as they came at him, then grabbed the top rope and pulled it down. Deuce and Domino spilled over the top rope giving the Majors the win and a #1 contender spot for the WWE tag titles later on.

Winners: The Major Brothers win the Battle Royal to become #1 contenders for WWE tag titles.

Backstage Torrie Wilson was joking around with Michelle McCool about her relationship with Chuck Palumbo. Michelle insisted they were just friends, as Chuck came up and wrapped his arms around her. Torrie laughed saying "just friends?" as Victoria and Kenny Dykstra came up to them. Victoria made a comment to Michelle about "riding", infuriating the diva. Michelle pushed Victoria back onto a table and the two started to yell at one another. Chuck held Michelle back as Kenny restrained Victoria.

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Great Khali's debut was shown for Smackdown, when he came down to the ring and attacked Undertaker. Khali chopped Taker down and continued to attack until Undertaker was left laying on the mat. Michael Cole said that Undertaker requested tonight's No Holds Barred match was requested by Taker specifically.

Michelle McCool vs. Victoria

Michelle McCool rode down to the ring on the back of Chuck Palumbo's motorcycle. Victoria came down to the ring with Kenny. A the match started the divas grappled, with Michelle knocking Victoria down off the ropes. Victoria grabbed Michelle's hair and yanked her down to the mat Victoria grabbed Michelle's arm, but Michelle did an amazing flip move off the corner ropes to gain control. Victoria regained control when she yanked Michelle down causing her to fall out through the ropes. Victoria went out to ram Michelle into the barrier then brought her back into the ring for more. Victoria used a suplex on Michelle followed by a failed pin attempt.

Michelle regained momentum whipping Victoria to the ropes for clotheslines and a boot to her face. Michelled ried for a kick as Victoria got up, but Kenny pulled Victoria out of the ring. Chuck Palumbo ran over to hit Kenny, and Michelle came out to toss Victoria back into the ring. As Michelle was coming in through the ropes thought she had gained control, but Victoria managed to score a DDT and capture a pinfall victory on her.

Winner: Victoria wins via pinfall over Michelle McCool.

Backstage Anastasia interviewed Rey Mysterio. Rey told her that Finlay doesn't know who Rey Mysterio who he is or where he's come from. Mysterio said he fears no man and he has compassion but not when he steps in the ring for his opponents. Rey spoke in Spanish then said he was taught to be a winner. Rey said he's doing the match tonight for "his people".

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Save US 2nd Coming commercial shown asking if you can "break the code" and saying "the Code is the Answer".

Backstage CM Punk was meeting with Vickie Guerrero. Jamie Noble interrupted the meeting. Noble said he now has his own VHS tape just like Rey Mysterio. Noble's tape was "The Greatest Little Man". Noble said there was extra footage at the end of the video for Vickie. CM Punk called Noble's recent wrestling "awesome" and Noble became upset at Punk. Punk started to fire back at Noble, and Vickie said she thinks they need to have in-ring competition tonight. Noble told Vickie she has crossed the line.

Finlay vs. Rey Mysterio

Rey and Finlay grappled, with Rey backing him to the corner. Finlay gave him a shove and the two stared at each other. Finlay knocked Rey to the mat. and Mysterio started to battle back. Finlay grabbed Rey by the arm and clotheslined him down hard. Finlay tried to whip Mysterio the corner, but Rey was able to jump up and then get on Finlay's shoulders to use a headscissors. Rey tossed Finlay from the ring, then was able to flip onto him from the side apron. Finlay layed outside the ring as Smackdown hit a commercial break.

Smackdown came back with Finlay getting kicked in the corner by Rey. Rey ran and did a slide dropkick into Finlay' s gut in the corner. Rey exited the ring and started punching Finlay. Finlay was able to catch Rey off guard and hit him, then went out and grabbed Rey then tossed him back in. Back in the ring Finlay took control over Rey and beat him up around the ring using kicks to the head and legdrops. Finlay tossed Rey to the ropes, but Rey grabbed ahold of the top rope then tried to get on Finlay's shoulders. Finlay tossed Rey into the corner, then knocked him out of the ring. Finlay continued the beat down on Rey in the ring as fans started chanting "Rey".

Finlay applied a Boston Crab to Rey. Rey tried to crawl for the bottom ropes but Finlay pulled him back. Rey finally got out of it, but Finlay shoved Rey to the outside of the ring. Finlay went out then tossed Rey into the barricade and then back into the ring. Finlay put another Boston Crab on and this time Rey grabbed the bottom rope. As the two men battled on their feet, Finlay whipped Rey to the corner. Rey jumped up and then tried to roll Finlay up. Finlay recovered to knock Rey down off the ropes and tried for a pin. The ref became distracted and Finlay grabbed the shalaleigh. Rey prevented the attack and dropkicked Finlay down. Rey gained the momentum until Finlay knocked him down off the ropes.

Rey finally managed to land a 619 after dropkicking Finlay into the ropes. Rey tried to springboard off the top ropes but Finlay got back to his feet and knocked Rey down to the mat. Finlay picked up Rey on his shoulders and slammed him down backwards to capture the pinfall. After the win, Finlay threw Rey outside the ring, where he smacked him over the head with a laptop and rammed Rey against the ringpost.

Winner: Finlay wins via pinfall over Rey Mysterio.

Footage shown of Great Khali vs Kane from Smackdown when Khali locked a vice grip onto Kane's skull, dropping him to the mat for a pin.

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Jamie Noble vs. CM Punk

Cole and JBL took a look at this past week's ECW title match between Punk and Morrison which The Miz showed up for. Miz' distraction cost Morrison the match, and now The Miz and John Morrison will be in a triple threat match against Punk at Survivor Series.

Early on Noble dropped Punk to the mat, but Punk quickly got to his feet. Noble continued to hammer on Punk's back and kicked him near the ropes. Punk recovered and was able to knock Noble out of the ring twice. Punk then ran against the ropes and dove out head first into Noble against the barricade. Back in the ring Noble was able to reverse a Punk move and get a neckbreaker.

Noble was able to apply a chokehold/headlock and keep it on Punk until Punk ran at the corner and caused Noble to hit into it. Punk started using a flurry of moves. Noble regained control briefly but Punk kicked him as he came off the ropes. Punk whipped Noble to the corner then kneed him in the face. Punk followed up with a bulldog then prepared for the GTS. As Punk was about to deliver he dropped Noble as The Miz had run into the ring. Punk headed off the Miz' attack and knocked him to the mat. Just then, John Morrison got into the ring and attacked Punk from behind. Punk was able to take care of Morrison and drop him to the mat, but Noble came back at him. This time Noble grabbed Punk and delivered his finisher slamming Punk's back down on Noble's knees. Noble stumbled out of the ring with Punk, Morrison and The Miz all down on the mat.

Winner: CM Punk wins due to disqualification when The Miz entered the ring.

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Hell in a Cell matches were reviewed which included Triple H, The Rock, Mankind, Undertaker and Shawn Michaels.

Batista came down to the ring with his championship belt and got in the ring. Just then, JBL conveniently had a cell phone call and got up to leave into the crowd. Batista took the mic and spoke about his feud with Undertaker. Batista said he hopes Taker survives the match with Khali tonight, but Taker can be sure that Batista will be bringing everything he has to Hell in a Cell at Survivor Series.

The Major Brothers vs. Matt Hardy and MVP
WWE Tag Team Title Match

JBL told Michael Cole had to leave early because business is never convenient and he had to take a call.

Matt started off the match against Brian Major who used an armbar takedown. Brett tagged in and Matt was able to gain the upperhand. Matt used a Side Effect to dorp Brett to the mat. As Matt backed up signaling for the Twist of Fate, he was close enough to MVP so that MVP could slap his back for the tag. MVP started to beat up Brett, then pretended he wanted to tag Matt in. MVP pulled his hand away and continued after Major. Brett escaped from the corner when MVP ran at him to kick him. MVP recovered and ran at Brian to kick him off the apron. MVP then grabbed Brett and did his finisher on him. Michael Cole noted MVP was doing it on his own tonight.

Winners: Matt Hardy and MVP win via pinfall over The Major Brothers.

Footage shown from when Khali put Batista down on the mat with a vice grip. Cole and JBL discussed Fabulous Moolah and her legacy in the WWE. The Moolah video package that aired on Raw and ECW was shown. Cole and JBL also covered the lineup for Survivor Series. "Tick Tick Boom" by The Hives is the official theme song for Survivor Series.

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Undertaker vs. The Great Khali
No Holds Barred Match

No disqualifications or countouts for this match, only pinfall or submission.

Taker ducked punches by Khali then started punching Khali back to the corner. Taker grabbed Khali's arm and went old school and came down off the ropes to hit Khali on the back. Taker followed by a chokeslam to drop Khali to the mat. Khali's translator had got up on the apron and Taker went over at him causing him to fall to the outside. Smackdown headed to commercial break.

When Smackdown returned Undertaker was getting kicked in the corner by Khali. Khali headbutted Taker in the ring then clotheslined him down. Taker kicked out of a Khali pinfall attempt. Taker got to his feet and backed Khali to the corner, but Khali headbutted him twice to escape. Khali dropped Taker to the mat for another pin attempt. Khali used the vice grip on Taker, but Taker managed to get to his feet. Khali knocked Taker to the mat yet again then used a chop on him. Khali slapped his hands around the skull of Undertaker and forced him down the mat on his knees.

Taker managed to get to his feet and fought out of the grip, then ducked a Khali clothesline. Taker slapped on another chokeslam and drove Khali to the mat, then signaled for the Tombstone piledriver. Khali hammered down on Taker as he went for the move, and picked up Taker to slam him down hard. Khali stood over Taker posing and just then Taker sat up. Khali went down towards Taker with both hands, but Taker was able to wrap his legs around Khali's neck and bring him down to the mat. Taker used the Triangle Choke submission on Khali and kept it locked on causing the giant to tap out.

Winner: The Undertaker wins via over Great Khali via submission.

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WWE's Jesse and Festus

The newest and most intriguing tag team in World Wrestling Entertainment right now is Smackdown's "Jesse and Festus", a seemingly mismatched pair who display some exciting in-ring action. Festus is the taller "oaf like" character of the two and features a look of pure stupor as he enters the ring prior to the match. However, once the bell rings his look goes to straight business and pure rage as he begins to demolish any opponent in his path. Jesse displays a lot of quick and high-flying moves to complement his taller tag team partner, making them a very dangerous combination. Here's some more information about the origins of these two newer additions to the WWE roster.

Jesse's real name is Ray Gordy, born March 23, 1979. He is the son of legendary wrestler Terry Gordy, a member of the Fabulous Freebirds tag team. Early on, Ray worked for NWA Georgia and NAWA (North American Wrestling Association), where he won several titles. He wrestled in Japan as of 2001 with an alliance known as "NOAH". During this time he had many great feuds including one with well known wrestler, AJ Styles. Gordy signed on with WWE in August of 2005 and started using a gimmick as "Ray Geezy" a "white boy from the hood". The gimmick was dropped and he began tagging with Henry Godwin in November of 2006 reforming the classic "Godwins" tag team. (Source: Wikipedia) See Jesse's WWE profile here.

Festus' real name is Drew Hankinson. He's the taller of the tag team and has the more noticeable gimmick as he goes from stupified to ready to rumble in the ring. He began his career with several wrestling alliances in Pennsylvania, then Maryland, then to the Deep South Wrestling alliance as "The Freakin Deacon". In May of 2006, Hankinson debuted on WWE Raw as an "imposter Kane". The two battled for coming weeks leading up to a match at the Vengeance Pay Per View. Hankinson' (Festus) Imposter Kane defeated the real Kane at the event. On the following night's Raw, the true Kane decimated Hankinson, tore his mask off and threw him out of the building. This made for his last appearance on Raw. (Source: Wikipedia) See Festus' WWE profile here.

As of May 2007, the special promos began airing to showcase Jesse as part of "The Dalton Boys" alongside Festus. The Dalton Boys gimmick was changed to Jesse and Festus and they made their official in-ring debut on October 5, 2007 for Smackdown. They have since wrestled in several matches becoming undefeated as a tag team. Their finishing move is known as the "Rocket Launcher", which involves Jesse climbing the corner ropes then being launched by Festus at the opponent to score the victory. Their original theme song is "Biscuits and Gravy" by Jim Johnston. Jesse and Festus were seen on ECW recently, but it is unknown at this time if they will be part of ECW permanently.

ECW Recap 10.16.07

Recap of ECW from the UK:

ECW opened with the announcement that tonight CM Punk will be in a 3 on 2 tag team match, where he faces the 3 possible opponents for Cyber Sunday. Joey Styles said Punk will choose a tag team partner for the match later on.

Styles reminded fans that they can choose CM Punk's opponent for Cyber Sunday from The Miz, John Morrison and Big Daddy V. Morrison, The Miz an Big Daddy V each came down to the ring to explain why they should be CM Punk's opponent for Cyber Sunday. As the 3 men continued to argue in the ring, CM Punk came walking out with a mic in hand. Punk said they all make good points, except nobody likes The Miz. Punk said tonight he's part of a 3 on 2 handicap match against them. Punk said he had to choose a tag team partner tonight but it didn't need to be an ECW member. Punk then introduced his tag partner, Kane who came out to the ring with a burst of flames at the ramp. ECW hit commercial before the match began.

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John Morrison, The Miz & Big Daddy V vs. CM Punk & Kane

Punk started off versus Morrison, with Punks ribs still taped up. Early on Punk dropped Morrison to the mat with a headlock locked in. Morrison battled out and kicked Punk in the ribs. Morrison continued to go at the ribs as his attack strategy. Punk escaped from the corner and flipped Morrison up over him. Punk tagged in Kane who did a leg drop on Morrison followed by attacking him in the corner. Kane slammed Morrison down near Punk then tagged him back in.

Punk was in control briefly, until Morrison caught him with a knee to the ribs off the ropes then tagged in Miz. John Morrison brought in Miz who continued to work on Punk's ribs and keep him away from Kane. Miz went for a pin, but Kane entered and kicked him to break it up. Punk blocked a Miz suplex, reversing it to suplex Miz. Punk finally tagged in Kane who started to take down Morrison and then attacked him in the corner.

Kane clotheslined Morrison in the corner twice, then did a sidewalk slam, followed by a clothesline off the ropes. Kane went for a pin but Miz entered to break it up. Kane delivered an uppercut to Miz, and then Morrison tagged in Big Daddy V. V and Kane stared each other down center of the ring, then Kane started punching away. V eventually recovered and backed Kane into the corner. V went to run off the ropes and splash Kane, but Kane ducked.

V recovered near his corner and Miz tagged his back. Kane then delivered a boot to V causing him to fall out of the ring over the top rope. Miz climbed the corner turnbuckle area and went to jump at Kane who caught him with one hand around the neck. Morrison got into the ring and ran towards Kane, but Kane shoved Miz into him. Punk then entered and ran across the ring to clothesline Morrison out. With V, Morrison and Punk out, Kane delivered a chokeslam to Miz to pickup the win.

Winners: Kane and CM Punk win via pinfall over John Morrison, Big Daddy V and The Miz.

Joey Styles and Tazz reviewed several of the matches fans can vote on for Cyber Sunday including CM Punk's ECW title match.

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Backstage The Miz was holding his neck. Morrison came up to him enraged saying he cost him the match. Miz said Morrison ran into him. Morrison said that Miz is costing him votes now so and challenged him to a match. Miz said no, turned to walk away then turned back and punched Morrison down. Miz looked down at Morrison and told him he's on for the match.

Highlights shown from last week's ECW where Miz injured Balls Mahoney during a match, causing Kelly to run over to check on Mahoney. Miz then grabbed the white teddy bear Balls had given to Kelly Kelly and kicked it into the crowd. Backstage, Balls Mahoney said it's not right that Miz owns the contract of Extreme Expose, including Kelly. Kelly came walking up to Balls Mahoney and then asked Balls to go out with him. Balls and Kelly walked off arm in arm talking about their plans.

Vickie Guerrero spoke to Armando Estrada backstage about ECW and Smackdown superstars appearing on each show. Vickie said Kane isn't the only Smackdown star she brought, then had Jesse and Festus come in. Jesse introduced himself and Festus to Armando, and Armando said they can have a match, next.

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Elijah Burke & Nunzio vs Jesse & Festus

Festus came down to the ring with his usual pre-match look, but as soon as the bell rang he went into fight mode with an enraged look. Burke tried to go off the ropes at Festus but was shoved right down. Burke tagged in Nunzio who hesitated to get in the ring, so Festus tossed him in himself. Jesse tagged in and displayed quickness against Nunzio, then tripped down Burke after he tagged in. Jesse punched Nunzio down off the apron, and Burke took advantage knocking Jesse down from behind.

Burke began to dominate Jesse. Burke held Jesse and tagged Nunzio in, who dropkicked him off the ropes. Jesse escaped and tagged in Festus who began to knock Nunzio around the ring. Burke jumped off the ropes at him but Festus delivered an elbow causing Burke to hit the mat and roll out of the ring. Festus then tagged in Jesse who climbed the ropes. Festus grabbed Jesse from the ropes and threw him at Nunzio. Jesse picked up the pinfall win. As the bell rang, Festus went back to his pre-match look.

Winners: Jesse & Festus win via pinfall over Elijah Burke and Nunzio.

Replay of highlights from the 3 on 2 handicap match involving Punk and Kane vs. Big Daddy V, The Miz and John Morrison. Styles said the loss by Morrison and Punk's side caused them to set up a match for the main event.

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Raw Rebound shown where Vince McMahon announced Triple H will face Umaga at Cyber Sunday. Vince said fans can vote on which match format they will have, then had Umaga demonstrate each of the 3 match types against an amateur opponent. Umaga beat the man in a Street fight, a 1st Blood match and a Steel cage, demonstrating the 3 different matches fans can choose for Umaga vs. HHH. Voting occurs at WWE.com. Tazz voted on a laptop at WWE.com and chose First Blood Match for Umaga vs. HHH.

The Miz vs John Morrison

Morrison challenged Miz backstage after their loss to CM Punk & Kane earlier in the night. Morrison ran at Miz to start things, ramming him into the corner. The two men went down to the mat punching at each other. Morrison took control kicking Miz away then started beating him up in the corner. Morrison picked Miz up then delivered a roundkick to his chest knocking him down. Morrison went to run at Miz in the corner and Miz moved away. Miz then ran at Morrison and delivered a knee to his face.

Morrison regained control and sat Miz up on the corner turnbuckle. Morrison climbed up behind him and went to slam him back. Miz managed to reverse things and flipped himself towards Morrison as they went off the ropes. Both men landed badly and were down on the mat. As both men lay on the mat recovering, Big Daddy V came down into the ring and the ref called for the bell. Big Daddy V proceeded to slam both men down one at a time then beat his chest like King Kong as Matt Striker raised his arm up.

Winner: No contest/disqualification due to Big Daddy V interfering.