Category: WWE

WWE SummerSlam Results 8/23/20, Roman Reigns Returns

WWE US CHAMPIONSHIP (Pre-Show)
Apollo Crews (c) vs. MVP
Bobby Lashley and Shelton Benjamin are banned from ringside.

Winner: Apollo Crews

 

WWE SMACKDOWN WOMEN’S CHAMPIONSHIP
Bayley (c) w/Sasha Banks vs. Asuka

Winner: Bayley

– After the bell, the music hits but Banks immediately rushes the ring and unloads on Asuka while she’s down. They double team Asuka and drive her into the mat. Bayley exits the ring with the title and kicks at some of the virtual fans at ringside. We go to replays. A furious Asuka recovers in the ring as The Golden Role Models taunt her from the ramp.

 

WWE RAW TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP
The Street Profits (c) vs. Andrade and Angel Garza with Zelina Vega

Winners: The Street Profits

 

No DQ (Loser leaves WWE)
Mandy Rose vs. Sonya Deville

Winner: Mandy Rose

 

STREET FIGHT
Seth Rollins with Murphy vs. Dominik Mysterio with Rey Mysterio

Winner: Seth Rollins

 

WWE RAW WOMEN’S CHAMPIONSHIP
Sasha Banks (c) with Smackdown Women’s Champion Bayley  vs. Asuka

Winner and New RAW Women’s Champion: Asuka

 

WWE CHAMPIONSHIP
Drew McIntyre (c) vs. Randy Orton

Winner: Drew McIntyre

 

WWE UNIVERSAL CHAMPIONSHIP – FALLS COUNT ANYYWHERE
Braun Strowman (c) vs. Bray Wyatt

Winner and New WWE Universal Champion: “The Fiend” Bray Wyatt

– After the match, The Fiend stands tall with the title as the music hits. Fiend is suddenly attacked by someone from behind. It’s the returning Roman Reigns. Reigns takes Fiend out with a Spear. Reigns unloads and then hits a Spear on Strowman at ringside. Reigns yells that he made Strowman and Strowman isn’t a monster unless he’s here. Reigns grabs a steel chair and unloads on Strowman at ringside, over and over with chair shots while he’s down. Reigns returns to the ring and takes Fiend out with another Spear. Reigns picks the title up and talks trash down at The Fiend while he’s on the mat. Reigns raises the Universal Title in the air as SummerSlam goes off the air.

 

WWE NXT TakeOver XXX Results 8/22/20

NXT TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP #1 CONTENDERS MATCH (PRE-SHOW)
Legado del Fantasma vs. Breezango vs. Oney Lorcan and Danny Burch

Winners and New #1 Contenders: Breezango

 

Finn Balor vs. Timothy Thatcher

Winner: Finn Balor

 

LADDER MATCH FOR NXT NORTH AMERICAN CHAMPIONSHIP (VACANT)
Bronson Reed vs. vs. Damian Priest vs. Cameron Grimes vs. Johnny Gargano vs. The Velveteen Dream

Winner and New NXT North American Champion: Damian Priest

 

Adam Cole vs. Pat McAfee

Winner: Adam Cole

 

NXT WOMEN’S CHAMPIONSHIP
Io Shirai (c) vs. Dakota Kai w/Raquel Gonzalez

Winner: Io Shirai

– After the match, the music hits as Shirai stands tall and celebrates. Gonzalez suddenly attacks from behind. The music interrupts and out comes Rhea Ripley. Ripley hits the ring and faces off with Gonzalez. They stare each other down, face to face now. Gonzalez backs off a bit but Ripley gets right back in her face. Kai gets back to her feet and gets Gonzalez to leave the ring with her. Ripley is still staring Gonzalez down as she backs up the ramp with Kai. Shirai’s music starts back up as she stands tall in the ring with the belt, facing the camera while Ripley stands with her back to her, still staring Gonzalez down. We go to replays from the match. Ripley is now standing tall on the ramp, staring back at Shirai in the ring.

 

Promo for NXT UK returning on September 17.

Promo for Tommaso Ciampa returning this Wednesday.

 

NXT CHAMPIONSHIP
Keith Lee (c) vs. Karrion Kross with Scarlett Bordeaux

Winner and New NXT Champion: Karrion Kross

WWE SummerSlam 8/23/20

DATE: August 23, 2020 at 7:00 PM ET (Preshow at 5:00 PM ET)
LOCATION: Amway Center (WWE Thunderdome), Orlando, Florida
AVAILABLE ON: WWE Network (first month free for new subscribers)

WWE CHAMPIONSHIP
Drew McIntyre (c) vs. Randy Orton

WWE UNIVERSAL CHAMPIONSHIP
Braun Strowman (c) vs. Bray Wyatt

WWE RAW WOMEN’S CHAMPIONSHIP
Sasha Banks (c) vs. Asuka

WWE SMACKDOWN WOMEN’S CHAMPIONSHIP
Bayley (c) vs. Asuka

WWE RAW TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP
The Street Profits (c) vs. Andrade and Angel Garza with Zelina Vega

WWE US CHAMPIONSHIP
Apollo Crews (c) vs. MVP
Bobby Lashley and Shelton Benjamin are banned from ringside.

No DQ (Loser leaves WWE)
Mandy Rose vs. Sonya Deville

STREET FIGHT
Seth Rollins with Murphy vs. Dominik Mysterio with Rey Mysterio

WWE NXT TakeOver XXX 8/22/20

DATE: August 22, 2020 at 7:00 PM ET (Preshow at 6:30 PM ET)
LOCATION: Full Sail, Winter Park, Florida
AVAILABLE ON: WWE Network (first month free for new subscribers)

NXT CHAMPIONSHIP
Keith Lee (c) vs. Karrion Kross with Scarlett Bordeaux

NXT WOMEN’S CHAMPIONSHIP
Io Shirai (c) vs. Dakota Kai

LADDER MATCH FOR NXT NORTH AMERICAN CHAMPIONSHIP (VACANT)
Bronson Reed vs. vs. Damian Priest vs. Cameron Grimes vs. Johnny Gargano vs. The Velveteen Dream

Adam Cole vs. Pat McAfee

Finn Balor vs. Timothy Thatcher

NXT TAG TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP #1 CONTENDERS MATCH (PRE-SHOW)
Legado del Fantasma vs. Breezango vs. Oney Lorcan and Danny Burch

WWE SmackDown Preview 8/21/20

Tonight’s WWE SmackDown on FOX episode will feature the final build for Sunday’s SummerSlam pay-per-view, plus the debut of the new WWE ThunderDome state-of-the-art viewing experience.

Mr. McMahon to kick off SmackDown from WWE ThunderDome

 

Are you ready for some thunder?

WWE Chairman and CEO Mr. McMahon will open tonight’s episode of SmackDown to give the WWE Universe its very first look at WWE ThunderDome, WWE’s new state-of-the-art set complete with video boards, pyrotechnics, lasers, cutting-edge graphics and drone cameras.

Don’t miss Mr. McMahon kick off this groundbreaking new era of WWE programming tonight on Friday Night SmackDown at 8/7 C on FOX!

Triple H Confirms Upcoming WWE Draft, Teases That Stars May Be Drafted From The Main Roster To NXT

As seen in the video below, Triple H confirmed in his NXT TakeOver: XXX Media Call on Wednesday that a WWE Draft will be held later this year. Triple H also teased a major change in the draft format, hinting at the possibility of RAW and SmackDown stars moving to NXT in the annual shake-up of the rosters.

During the call, which was joined by Wrestling Inc.’s Nick Hausman and Justin LaBar, Triple H was asked about his shift in mindset with regard to NXT stars moving up to the main roster, especially after the Black & Gold brand moved to USA Network on Wednesday nights.

“That mindset has definitely changed. There are different protocols and procedures now around moving an NXT wrestler to the main roster, and you’ll see that in the upcoming draft later this year. You definitely have to think about the changes a lot more now.

“Now, wrestlers have the opportunity to wrap up their runs on RAW or SmackDown and move to a completely different brand with a different style in NXT. Maybe refresh, get a fresh coat of paint, or try something different. You can start over with a different character, and [moving to NXT] definitely gives them the ability to do that,” Triple H said.

Furthermore, Triple H said that with all three shows, RAW, SmackDown, and NXT having their own prime time TV slots, it is more critical to balance all three rosters rather than just taking talent away from NXT.

“With all three shows having their own prime time TV slots, all three brands are very important and you can’t just take away from one to support the other,” Triple H said. “You have to support all of them.”

The likes of Finn Balor, Charlotte Flair, Tyler Breeze, and Fandango have previously moved back to NXT after runs on the main roster. Earlier this year, there were rumors of Randy Orton possibly moving to NXT to start a feud with Tommaso Ciampa. Triple H addressed the possibility of Orton joining NXT.

Source: Wrestling Inc.

WWE NXT Preview 8/19/20

Tonight’s WWE NXT episode on the USA Network will feature the final build for Saturday’s “Takeover: XXX” event.

WWE ThunderDome For SmackDown Quickly Reaches Capacity, Rules For Fans Revealed

WWE ThunderDome registration went live last night and capacity was quickly reached for the debut that will come with Friday’s SmackDown on FOX episode from the Amway Center in Orlando, which will be the SummerSlam go-home show.

WWE announced on Twitter shortly after registration for SmackDown opened, “#WWEThunderDome has reached maximum capacity for #SmackDown this Friday. Stay tuned for your chance to register for virtual seats in the WWE ThunderDome at #SummerSlam!”

WWE will have rows of fans shown on almost 1,000 LED boards for the new state-of-the-art viewing experience. ThunderDome will be used for all upcoming RAW, SmackDown and pay-per-view events for the foreseeable future.

The rules for ThunderDome registration notes that seats are selected on a first-come, first-served basis. WWE reminded fans that they will be on a live TV show, asking them to be camera-ready.

WWE also noted in the rules that they reserve the right to remove any fan from the live stream for inappropriate conduct or technical issues.

“We reserve the right to terminate your participation at our sole discretion if your attire contains any immoral graphics, images or text, any political statements, slogans, logos, graphics or other commercial identification of third-parties other than the WWE, its athletes and sponsors,” the rules note.

Below are part of the registration rules issued to fans:

All registered fans are further selected on a first-come, first-served basis. Please make sure you are camera ready. Remember, you will be appearing on a live show.We reserve the right to remove you from the live stream at any time, for any reason. The audience will be refreshed throughout the night and you may not be included in the entire broadcast. In addition, we may remove you from the live stream for any inappropriate conduct or technical issues. Watch the show through the stream on your device.

Position yourself in front of your camera from your midsection up, leaving a little room above your head. Make sure you have good lighting.

Only one fan permitted per seat.

Your attire must be appropriate and must remain on at all times.

Officially licensed WWE clothing is preferred, if available.

We reserve the right to terminate your participation at our sole discretion if your attire contains any immoral graphics, images or text, any political statements, slogans, logos, graphics or other commercial identification of third-parties other than the WWE, its athletes and sponsors.

 

Source: Wrestling Inc.

Renee Young Reportedly Leaving WWE

Renee Young is reportedly leaving WWE.

Young reportedly gave her notice to the company one week ago, according to PWInsider. The news was first reported by OutKick.

There is no word yet on when Young’s final date with the company will be.

Young took some time off earlier this summer after testing positive for COVID-19. She has appeared via video for some WWE programming since then, and recently revealed plans for her first cookbook.

WWE first hired Young in 2012. She has worked on several shows since then, including as the host of Talking Smack and a cast member of Total Divas. She also hosted FS1’s WWE Backstage show earlier this year until it was nixed by the network. Young became the first full-time female member of the WWE RAW announce team in August 2018, before she was moved to SmackDown as a special contributor in October 2019.

Young is married to AEW World Champion Jon Moxley. There is no word yet on what her next move is, but it’s likely that she will continue to have interest from other wrestling and media organizations.

Source: Wrestling Inc.

WWE RAW Preview 8/17/20

Tonight’s WWE RAW episode will feature the go-home build for Sunday’s SummerSlam pay-per-view.

* Shawn Michaels appears to address Randy Orton

* Will Rey Mysterio return?

* Natalya returns to the ring

* The final red brand build for SummerSlam