Wrestling Lockup with Brandon, 10.28.14: WWE RAW Results

By @B_Rock1978

Wrestling Lockup with Brandon, brought to you by Triple Threat CLE. It's the RAW recap from last night's show. Last nights show was live in WWE Hall of Famer, Shawn Michaels' hometown of San Antonio, Texas. The show consisted of Big Show and Mark Henry facing The Rhodes Brothers for the WWE Tag Team Championship. The "Immortal" Hulk Hogan makes an appearance. Dean Ambrose faced Cesaro. The main event saw John Cena facing Seth Rollins. All that and more, let's get to the recap.

- The Authority kicked off RAW inside the ring. Seth Rollins says he's finally done with Dean Ambrose after Hell In A Cell, is now moving on to John Cena and will leave Cena laying in a pile of failure. Randy Orton interrupts and says that The Authority failed to take care of Rollins after Rollins "curb stomped" Orton last week. Orton says he's going to do it then. Orton attacks Rollins and The Authority try to separate the two. They are finally separated and Triple H tells Orton to calm down and take the night off. Orton pushes past Triple H and hits an "RKO" on Rollins before leaving.

- Backstage, Big Show and Mark Henry talk about the match with Rusev at Hell In A Cell. Show told Henry to stay away from the ring. Henry says he was there to cheer Show on, knows he messed up and got Show and Henry a World Tag Team Championship Match tonight.

- "WWE World Tag Team Championship Match": Goldust and Stardust (c) vs. Big Show and Mark Henry: Show and Henry beat down on Stardust early on. Show tags himself in, which upsets Henry. Show and Henry go nose to nose in a verbal missunderstanding, until finally calming down. Show with a submission on Goldust but Stardust breaks it up. Later in the match, Show tags himself in again, pissing Henry off. Show lands the knockout punch on Stardust but can't make the pin, as Henry demands to know why he tagged himself in again. Henry turns on Show, dropping him with the "World's Strongest Slam". Henry puts Stardust on top of Show allowing Stardust to score the pinfall. After the match, Henry hits two more "World's Strongest Slam's" and a big splash on Show.

- Backstage, Mark Henry says he turned on Show before Show could turn on him. Says Show is scared of Henry.

- Via Satellite, Roman Reigns gives his opinion on the Ambrose/Rollins match at Hell In A Cell. Says he's going to finish what he started with Rollins when he returns.

- A.J. Lee vs. Alicia Fox: Paige is on commentary. Fox with a northern lights suplex for a near fall. Back elbow near fall by Fox. A.J. starts a come back, forcing Paige to get up from the commentary table. Paige shoves Fox and yells at her. A.J. rolls Fox up on the distraction for the pinfall. After the match, Paige attacks Fox, slamming her into the barricade repeatedly until Jerry Lawler.....yes dirty old man Jerry Lawler, helps Fox.

-John Cena is in the ring. Recaps Hell In A Cell and reminds us he's next in line at Brock Lesnar. Says he's next going through Seth Rollins tonight. Stephanie McMahon interrupts Cena. Stephanie offers Cena a spot in The Authority, reminds him of how the WWE Universe despises him and can offer him help when he faces Brock Lesnar. Cena says he's not a sell out punk and says hell no. Triple H comes to the ring. Triple H gives his take on why Cena needs to join The Authority. But since Cena doesn't want to listen to reason, Triple H announces Team Cena vs The Authority in a 5 on 5 Elimination Match at Survivor Series.

- The Usos vs. The Miz and Damien Sandow: Usos take flight over the ropes, taking out Miz and Sandow on the floor. Sandow scored near falls with a suplex and a DDT. Miz goes for the "skull crushing finale" but Jimmy blocks it and rolls up Miz. Sandow breaks up the pin. Jimmy and Jey switch spots in the ring behind the referee's back. Jey rolls up Miz and scores the pinfall. Miz and Sandow yell at the referee and tell him the Usos switched in the ring illegally but the referee doesn't listen.

- Backstage, Kane tells Dolph Ziggler they will be wrestling each other tonight cause Ziggler was spotted talking to John Cena.

- Hulk Hogan is in the ring. Promotes John Cena vs Brock Lesnar and breast cancer awareness month.

- "Open Invitational Match": Bo Dallas vs. ???: The returning Ryback answers Dallas' invitation. Old school type Ryback match as he just destroys Dallas in under three minutes and scores the pinfall with the "shellshock".

- Dean Ambrose vs. Cesaro: Ambrose beats the hell out of Cesaro with a microphone all over the arena. Ambrose calls out Bray Wyatt so he can beat his ass. Bray appears on the titantron and tells Ambrose he will dissect Ambrose's mind and Dean should run.

- Nikki Bella (w/Brie Bella) vs. Naomi: Brie grabs Naomi's leg, causing a distraction. Nikki hits Naomi from behind after the distraction. Nikki hits "rack attack" on Naomi for the pinfall. Brie is disgusted how she helped Nikki win and is forced to raise Nikki's hand.

- Kane vs Dolph Ziggler: Kane counters the fameasser into a power bomb but Ziggler counters into a "x-factor" on Kane. Ziggler big elbow for a near fall. Kane near fall with the side slam. Kane misses the top rope clothesline and gets hit with the fameasser for a near fall. Ziggler dodges the choke slam and the big boot and goes for the "zig zag". Kane blocks and hits the boot for a near fall. Kane goes for the choke slam but Ziggler counters into a sunset flip and scores the pinfall. After the match, Seth Rollins hits the ring and joins Kane in a two on one attack on Ziggler. John Cena hits the ring and makes the save for Ziggler.

- John Cena vs. Seth Rollins (w/Jamie Noble and Joey Mercury): Cena beats Rollins around the ring and throws him into the announcers table. Rollins distracts the referee as Mercury gets a cheap shot in. Noble and Mercury again get kicks in on Cena on the floor as Rollins distracts the referee. Rollins near fall with a suplex. Rollins hits a suicide dive on Cena. Rollins goes for a superplex but Cena shoves Rollins off and hits a body press for a near fall. Cena goes for "AA" but Rollins counters with a DDT for a near fall. Rollins hits a knee off the top rope for a near fall. Rollins locks in a sleeper but Cena fights back by powering out. Rollins counters the STF by rolling out and drop kicking Cena. Cena falls to the floor and gets kicked by Noble as Rollins distracts the referee. Cena almost gets counted out as he slides back in at 9. SuperCena mode kicks in and Cena sends Rollins to the floor onto Mercury and Noble. Cena near fall with the DDT. Cena goes for "AA" but Rollins lands on his feet. Rollins misses a spin kick and Cena goes for an STF. Rollins escapes and gets a near fall with a inverted neckbreaker. Rollins turnbuckle power bombs Cena for another near fall. Rollins goes for the "curb stomp" but Cena counters into the STF. Rollins looks like he's about to tap out when Kane gets in the ring and attacks Cena. Dolph Ziggler hits the ring to help Cena. Kane, Rollins, Mercury and Noble attack Cena and Ziggler. The whole RAW locker room empties out and we have a huge brawl in the ring, as Rollins runs up the ramp. Triple H, Rollins and Stephanie watch on the stage as Cena sends a message to The Authority by hitting an "AA" on Heath Slater and Bo Dallas.

And that's a wrap on this week's RAW recap, till next time tap or snap.

Wrestling Lockup with Brandon, 10.25.14: #Smackdown Results

By @B_Rock1978

Wrestling Lockup with Brandon brought to you by Triple Threat CLE. It's the Smackdown recap from last night's show. Last night's show consisted of Dolph Ziggler defending his WWE Intercontinental Championship against Cesaro. Final promos from Dean Ambrose and Seth Rollins building up their Hell In A Cell Match. A six man tag match and a six diva tag match. All that and more. Recap time.

- Dean Ambrose says he keeps getting up when The Authority knock him down. All he cares about is getting his hands on Seth Rollins. Rollins appears on the titantron and calls Ambrose out and says Ambrose's future ends on Sunday. Ambrose says they might burn together but Rollins will perish.

- Los Matadores (w/El Torito) vs. The Miz and Damien Sandow: Sheamus is on commentary eyeing his opponent this Sunday, The Miz. Miz mocks Sheamus by hitting Diego with the "ten beats" clubbing chest blows. Diego scores a near fall on Miz with a somersault dive for a near fall. Diego tosses Sandow to the floor after Sandow tries to get involved. Diego goes for the "backstabber" on Miz but Miz grabs the ropes for the block. Miz locks in the figure four on Diego for the submission win.

- A.J. Lee vs Alicia Fox (w/ Paige): Fox gets a near fall after reversing an A.J. front facelock into a bridge. Paige jumps on the apron, distracting A.J.. A.J. goes after Paige but gets attacked from behind by Fox. A.J. pushes Fox into Paige then rolls Fox up from behind for the pinfall.

- Big Show is still bothered by the incident on RAW with Rusev thrust kicking an American Soldier. Show talks about everything he has done for the American Soldiers overseas and it inspires him. Show promises to knock Rusev's ass out on Sunday.

- "WWE Intercontinental Championship Match": Dolph Ziggler (c) vs. Cesaro: Near fall rollups for both men early. Ziggler applies the sleeperhold on Cesaro but Cesaro escapes. Cesaro reverses a Ziggler DDT into a spinning front slam for a near fall. Cesaro grabs Ziggler's legs and goes for the giant swing. Ziggler counters out and rolls Cesaro up for a near fall. Ziggler catches Cesaro with the "zig zag", covers and scores the pinfall, to retain the WWE Intercontinental Championship.

- "Six Diva Tag Team Match":
Nattie Neidhart, Brie Bella and Naomi vs. Nikki Bella, Cameron and Summer Rae: Nikki hits "rack attack" on her sister, Brie, to score the pinfall for her team.

- "Six Man Tag Team Match": Mark Henry and The Usos vs. Bo Dallas, Goldust and Stardust: Henry goes for the "World's Strongest Slam" however, Stardust floats over. Both Rhodes Brothers end up on the floor where we next see "Air Uso", as the Uso's splash the Rhodes'. Bo Dallas lands the "Bo-Dog" on Henry and scores the pinfall for his team.

- Cesaro interrupts Dolph Ziggler's interview and challenges him to a two out of three falls match for the WWE Intercontinental Championship, this Sunday at Hell In A Cell. Ziggler accepts the challenge.

- Seth Rollins makes jokes about Dean Ambrose, goes over the weapons he can use on Sunday, calls himself a born winner and dares Ambrose to come out. Ambrose hits the ring, tackles Rollins and beats the holy hell out of Rollins. Jamie Noble and Joey Mercury run out and it's now three on one on Ambrose. Ambrose fights back on the two Authority stooges as Rollins runs for his life. Ambrose with "Dirty Deeds" on Noble. Ambrose sets up some furniture, points at Rollins who's on the stage watching and ends Smackdown by climbing the ropes and landing big elbow drops, putting Mercury and Noble both through tables.

And that's this week's Smackdown, till next time, tap or snap.

Wrestling Lockup with Brandon, 9.30.14: RAW

By @BSA1978.

Wrestling Lockup with Brandon, brought to you by Triple Threat CLE. It's the RAW recap from last night's show. RAW took place live from Chicago, Illinois, the home town of a former WWE superstar that the WWE now pretends never existed. I will not say that person's name either because he might get pissed off and block me on Twitter. Any who.....some highlights of last night's show consisted of "Mr. Money In The Bank" Seth Rollins, looking to get his briefcase back from the "Lunatic Fringe" Dean Ambrose. Dolph Ziggler defended his Intercontinental Title against The Miz and Cesaro. Main Event time, we'd see tag team action as Dean Ambrose and John Cena took on Randy Orton and Kane. Let's get to the recap.

- In Ring Promo with The Authority: The "CM Punk" chants begin and Stephanie asks the fans..."Why do you side with quitters?" Steph talks about Dean Ambrose stealing Seth Rollins' briefcase. Triple H says they won't stand for people disrespecting the business. Paul Heyman interrupts The Authority as he appears in the ring. Heyman says that Brock Lesnar wants to know if Seth Rollins has a problem with him. Seth Rollins' music hits and out comes "Mr. Money In The Bank". Rollins admits that he alone made the decision to try to cash in on Lesnar because he wanted to beat the best and no one wanted John Cena to win. Heyman accepts Rollins' apology but tells him never to do it again. Triple H tells Heyman that he enjoyed their talk last night before Heyman leaves. Rollins next demands Ambrose to return his briefcase. Ambrose appears on the TitanTron and tells Rollins to come and get it. The Authority begin to head to the back when out comes John Cena. Cena immediately unloads on Rollins, as Rollins runs for his life and escapes the wrath of Cena.

- Backstage with The Authority: Triple H sends WWE road agents, Joey Mercury and Jamie Noble after Dean Ambrose to get back Seth Rollins' briefcase.

- "WWE Intercontinental Title, Triple Threat Match": Dolph Ziggler (c) vs Cesaro vs. The Miz (w/Damien Sandow): Ziggler blocks Miz's figure four and Miz caught an uppercut from Cesaro. Ziggler with the figure four on Miz but Cesaro breaks it up with a big stomp on Ziggler. Miz hits the big corner clothesline on Cesaro and climbs to the top rope. Miz eats the Cesaro big uppercut in mid-air and is knocked out. Cesaro gets distracted by Sandow on the apron allowing Ziggler to hit a super kick on Cesaro for the pinfall.

- Backstage Segment with The Authority: Joey Mercury and Jamie Noble approach various superstars, looking for Dean Ambrose.

- Backstage Promo with The Wyatt Family: Bray Wyatt sets Luke Harper free to attack everyone tonight. Harper says we're doomed.

- Backstage Segment with The Authority: Joey Mercury and Jamie Noble can't find Dean Ambrose. Stephanie notices a mustard stain on Noble's face and asked him if he was eating hot dogs. Stephanie says she'll fire both Mercury and Noble if they don't find Ambrose. Damien Sandow and The Miz appear. Sandow demands that The Miz be given a singles rematch with Dolph Ziggler. Triple H makes a match with Damien Sandow vs Sheamus and tells Miz to never come demanding anything again or he'll be fired.

- Rosa Mendes (w/Nattie Neidhart) vs Layla (w/Summer Rae): Tyson Kidd and Neidhart argue at ringside. Layla hits the "Layout" on Mendes for the pinfall.

- In Ring Segment with Dean Ambrose: Ambrose sets Rollins' briefcase on a table in the ring. Ambrose says he saw Joey Mercury and Jamie Noble walk past him eating hot dogs. Doesn't like The Authority's way of running merchandise sales so he offers a ton of WWE products for only a dollar. Out come Mercury and Noble and they want the briefcase. Ambrose says they can have it but have to come get it. Mercury and Noble back off and leave. Ambrose starts tossing all the WWE merchandise into the crowd when Rollins, Mercury and Noble head to the ring. WWE security also come out as Ambrose tells Rollins to go get his briefcase and leaves the ring. Ambrose leaves through the crowd as Rollins retrieves his briefcase. Rollins opens the briefcase and gets sprayed in the face with green goo. Ambrose laughs as Rollins throws a fit and blames everything on Mercury and Noble.

- Backstage Segment with The Authority: The Authority is laughing at what happened to Seth Rollins. Triple H tells Rollins to go get checked out by medical and announces Kane and Randy Orton vs John Cena and Dean Ambrose in the main event later.

- Mark Henry vs. Bo Dallas: Before the match Henry again apologizes for losing to Rusev. Dallas interrupts and tells Henry he should be apologizing to himself. Henry misses a second rope splash. Dallas hits the "Bo-Dog" for the pinfall.

- Backstage Promo with Bo Dallas: He's been telling people for months to just "Bo-Lieve". Mark Henry attacks Dallas from behind and tosses Dallas into production cases. Henry beats Dallas down and rams the cases into him two more times.

- Backstage Promo with The Rhodes Brothers: Goldust and Stardust, cut another bizarre backstage promo.

- "Triple Threat Match": Brie Bella vs. Eva Marie and Cameron: Nikki Bella comes out before the match and taunts Brie, calling her a quitter and makes fun of Brie's husband, Daniel Bryan. Cameron knocks Eva off the apron by accident allowing Brie to roll Cameron up for the pinfall.

- Heath Slater and Titus O'Neil vs Los Matadores: Adam Rose, The Bunny and his Rosebuds are on commentary. Slater and O'Neil come out with Hornswoggle dressed like an alligator. Hornswoggle and El Torito renew their feud as they chase each other at ringside. Slater rolls up one of the Los Matadors for the pinfall. Slater and O'Neil attack Los Matadores after the match. Rose and The Bunny hit the ring. Titus is sent to the floor, Los Matadores double team Slater and The Bunny splashes Slater from the top rope.

- In Ring Promo with Rusev and Lana: Lana says Big Show tried to intimidate them on Smackdown. Big Show's music hits and out comes Show. Rusev says he wants to put his fist down Show's throat, rip his guts out, bite his ear, kick him in the groin and break every bone in his body. Show says enough talk and hits the ring. Rusev and Lana leave the ring and walk away. Show rips up Rusev's Russian Flag forcing Rusev to get up on the apron. Show knocks Rusev off the apron then again throws him to the floor as Rusev tried to get in the ring.

- Backstage Segment with John Cena: Cena talks about his tag match tonight. Dean Ambrose appears and says that Seth Rollins is his when they get done with Kane and Randy Orton tonight. Cena says if Rollins dares to show up he'll get a beatdown from Cena. Ambrose says no one including Cena takes food off Ambrose's plate.

- AJ Lee vs. Alicia Fox: "CM Punk" chants fill the arena again as Mrs. CM Punk, A.J. Lee, made her way to the ring. Paige is at ringside for this match. Mid match A.J. leaps off the top rope and takes out both Paige and Fox on the floor. Paige distracts A.J. causing A.J. to be rolled up from behind by Fox for the pinfall. After the match, Fox and Paige double team A.J.. Paige hits the "Ram-Paige" and leaves A.J. laid out.

- Backstage Promo with The Wyatt Family: Luke Harper again tells us we're doomed.

- Sheamus vs Damien Sandow: The Miz is on commentary. Sandow gets sent to the floor where Miz checks on him. Sheamus hits the floor and sends Sandow crashing into Miz. Sheamus hits Sandow with the "Brogue Kick" and scores the pinfall.

- In Ring Promo with Hulk Hogan: Hulkamania has been running wild for 30 years. Hogan announces WWE is teaming up with the Susan G. Komen Foundation for breast cancer awareness month.

- Backstage Segment with The Authority: Randy Orton and Kane don't care about Seth Rollins' problems. Stephanie McMahon says that when Rollins was attacked The Authority was attacked so Orton and Kane need to defend The Authority because they are family. Stephanie says that Orton has gone soft and doesn't have that killer instinct anymore.

- Dean Ambrose and John Cena vs Randy Orton and Kane: Cena with an "AA" but Kane's weight collapses Cena. Orton goes for the drop DDT but Cena flips Orton over the ropes. Ambrose hits "Dirty Deeds" but Seth Rollins interferes in the match and attacks Ambrose. Cena and Ambrose brawl all over the ringside area with Kane, Orton and Rollins. Cena and Ambrose shove each other away trying to get shots in on Rollins. Orton steps in and "RKO's" Ambrose. Kane gives Ambrose a choke slam then sets the briefcase over Ambrose's head. Rollins lands the "Curb Stomp", driving the briefcase into Ambrose's skull. Cena gets back in the ring but gets laid out the same way as Ambrose with an "RKO", a choke slam and a briefcase to the skull "Curb Stomp". RAW ends with The Authority standing tall.

And that's a wrap on this week's RAW recap, till next time tap or snap.

Wrestling Lockup with Brandon, 9.13.14: Smackdown

By @BSA1978.

Wrestling Lockup with Brandon, brought to you by Triple Threat CLE, is back with the SmackDown recap. We are exactly 9 days away from Night of Champions, as Smackdown furthered the feuds going into the special event on September 21st. Smackdown kicked off with 8 man tag action.

- "8 Man Tag Team Match": Big Show, Mark Henry and The Usos vs Goldust, Stardust, Rowan and Harper: Jimmy Uso goes airbourne as he splashes everyone on the floor as a brawl breaks out. Jey Uso blind tags in on Big Show and climbs the ropes. Big Show hits the knockout punch on Stardust and Jey goes Jimmy Superfly Snuka on Stardust, as he splashes him from the top rope for the pinfall.

- Bo Dallas vs Justin Gabriel: Not to be disrespectful but I honestly didn't know Gabriel was still on the WWE roster. Before the match, Bo Dallas, tries to give an inspirational speech but gets interrupted by Zeb Colter. Zeb says we don't need to "Bo-Lieve" the WWE Universe needs to say "We The People". The match begins and ends with Dallas hitting the "Bo-Dog" on Gabriel after dodging a moonsault. After the match, Dallas taunts Jack Swagger but then runs when Swagger gains the upper hand.

- Summer Rae (w/ Layla) vs Paige: A.J. Lee is on commentary. Paige taunts A.J. before locking Rae in the "Black Widow" and making Rae tap out. After the match, Layla goes after Paige, but A.J. makes the save. A.J. hits Layla with Paige's own "Paige-Turner" finisher and skips around, angering Paige.

- "Arm Wrestling Contest": Mark Henry vs Rusev (w/ Lana): Lana says she's surprised Henry accepted the challenge. Says that Henry can still forfeit, just like Americans give up and just like Henry gave up in the Olympics. Henry says he dropped out of the Olympics due to injury. Henry says he'll unleash fury at Night of Champions, representing his country. Lana dedicates victory to Russian President Putin. The match starts and Rusev complains about the finger locks with Henry. After the match finally begins Henry defeats Rusev in the arm wrestling match. Rusev and Lana demand a rematch, using left hands. Henry agrees, the match starts and it looks like Henry is about to win again. Lana throws powder in Henry's face. Rusev lands a kick, dropping Henry then lands a super kick putting Henry down. Rusev taunts and poses over Henry.

- Backstage Promo with Chris Jericho: Jericho took chances in his cage match with Bray Wyatt on RAW. It's cool that he lost because he pulled out all the stops but what's not cool is Randy Orton attacking him in the medical room. The Viper will be vanquished at Night of Champions.

- The Miz & Damien Sandow vs Dolph Ziggler & R-Truth: R-Truth is dressed like Ziggler, mocking Sandow being dressed like Miz. Truth and Ziggler double team combo a scissor kick and the "zig zag" for the pinfall.

- Backstage Promo with Nikki Bella: We see Jerry Springer highlights from RAW. Says everyone finally got to see what she's been putting up with. Hasn't had any time to concentrate on her Divas Championship Match. A.J. Lee arrives and comments about Nikki being added to the match. Paige arrives and mocks Nikki and tells A.J. they can still be friends after this.

- Chris Jericho and Roman Reigns vs Randy Orton and Seth Rollins: Reigns tosses Rollins into the crowd and they trade punches. Orton grabs Jericho and sets him up for the hangman’s DDT. Jericho escapes and grabs a rollup on Orton for the pinfall. Jericho and Reigns close out Smackdown with the victory.

And that's a wrap, tune in this up coming week for the following recaps:

- Tuesday: RAW recap
- Thursday: TNA Impact recap
- Saturday: Smackdown recap
- Sunday: Night of Champions Preview
- Monday: Night of Champions recap.

Till then, tap or snap.

Wrestling Lockup with Brandon, 9.6.14: Smackdown

By @BSA1978.

Wrestling Lockup with Brandon is here, brought to you by Triple Threat Podcast. Today's edition is the Smackdown recap from last night.

A few days ago, WWE made an official announcement involving WWE Smackdown and where it will be on SyFy's official fall schedule. SyFy announced that their plans involve WWE Smackdown staying on Friday night and will not move to Thursday, as rumors originally stated a few weeks back. Now on to last nights recap, taking place in Lincoln, Nebraska.

- In Ring Segment: Smackdown kicked off with the 15 time World Champion, John Cena, making his way to the ring to cut a promo. Cena says he is ready for Brock Lesnar at Night of Champions and he's sick of people thinking that he is fragile and at the end of his career just because he was dominated at SummerSlam. He is a fighter and wants to be champion and the day that he doesn't want to be champion is the day he leaves forever. He will get his redemption at Night of Champions. Kane and Seth Rollins interrupt Cena and make jokes about Cena's career being over and compare him to a 50 year old man with a midlife crisis. Cena, Kane and Rollins trade more insults with each other when they are interrupted by Roman Reigns. Reigns says that this Monday he finishes his business with Randy Orton and since Orton isn't there tonight, then he wants Kane and Rollins. The lights go out and come back on and we now have The Wyatt Family with Kane and Rollins, surrounding Cena and Reigns. Chris Jericho, Big Show and Mark Henry arrive to even the teams at 5 and 5. Triple H comes out and announces a 10 man tag team main event for later tonight.

- Dolph Ziggler vs Cesaro: Sheamus is at the announcers table for this match. Cesaro goes for "The Neutralizer" on Ziggler. Ziggler counters the finisher and rolls Cesaro up for the pinfall. After the match Cesaro attacks Ziggler. Sheamus slides in the ring and tosses his U.S. Title to Cesaro. Cesaro is distracted with catching the title and gets a "Brogue Kick" from Sheamus.

- Backstage Segment: Stardust and Goldust cut a promo. The Usos are liars and The Rhodes Brothers want what The Usos have, the WWE World Tag Team Championship. The Rhodes Brothers will get what they deserve at Night of Champions.

- Jimmy Uso (w/Jey Uso) vs Heath Slater (w/Titus O’Neil): Jey is sporting crutches tonight, still hurting from The Rhodes Brothers attack on his knee Monday. Titus tries to interfer but gets superkicked by Jimmy. Jimmy delivers another super kick to Slater then flies from the top rope with the "Superfly Splash" for the pinfall.

- Pre-Recorded Video: A video of Stephanie McMahon cutting a promo from earlier today plays. Announces that after the actions of the Divas on Monday, Paige will defend the WWE Divas Championship against A.J. Lee and Nikki Bella at Night of Champions.

- Backstage Segment: Nikki Bella cuts a promo. Thanks Stephanie McMahon for this huge opportunity at the WWE Divas Championship. Is starting to realize what it's like to have a real sister now, thanks to Stephanie. Again blames Brie for ruining her entire life and will never accept Brie's apologies.

- In Ring Segment: Rusev and Lana come out to the ring to cut a promo. Lana says that if America had a heart it would be made in China. America is past its prime just like Mark Henry. Rusev, The Super Athlete, defines Russia. Mark Henry interrupts the Russian couples anti-American hatred. Henry says he's still waiting for Rusev to accept his challenge or is he going to just hide behind Lana....aka....his escort. Lana accepts Henry's challenge for Night of Champions. Henry promises to give Rusev a red, white and blue ass whooping.

- Paige vs Brie Bella: Nikki Bella and A.J. Lee are on commentary for this match. A.J. and Nikki begin fighting on the floor. Brie slides to the floor and tries to help her sister, almost getting counted out. Brie gets back in the ring and gets hit with Paige's finisher, allowing Paige to score the pinfall.

- Bo Dallas vs Zack Ryder: Dallas with the "Bo-Dog" for the pinfall. Dallas cuts a promo after the match. Says if Jack Swagger can turn his life around, than so can America. Swagger hits the ring and unloads punches on Dallas. Swagger goes for the "Patriot Lock" but Dallas escapes.

- "Ten Man Tag Team Match": Seth Rollins, Kane, Bray Wyatt, Luke Harper and Erick Rowan vs Roman Reigns, John Cena, Chris Jericho, Mark Henry and Big Show: We have a brawl breakout in the end. Cena goes for the STF on Rollins but gets attacked by The Wyatts. The brawl continues after the bell is sounded with the baby faces all hitting their finishers. Smackdown closes out with Cena giving an "AA" to Rollins and celebrating.

And that wraps up this weeks Smackdown recap. More recaps come your way on Tuesday afternoon with the Jerry Springer edition of Monday Night RAW! Till then, tap or snap!

Wrestling Lockup with Brandon 8.16.14: WWE Smackdown

Welcome back to another edition of Wrestling Lockup with Brandon, brought to you by Triple Threat Podcast. Last night's Smackdown in Seattle, Washington, served as the last show before SummerSlam this Sunday. Let's get the recap started.

- Smackdown kicked off with "Mr. Hollywood" himself, The Miz, in the ring for MizTV. Miz says he'll retain the I-C Title at SummerSlam when he defeats Dolph Ziggler and says he wants to be a mentor to the younger talent. Miz calls down his guest, Roman Reigns. Miz makes jokes about Reigns and jokes about his match with Randy Orton at SummerSlam. Reigns finally heard enough and hits Miz, sending him rolling out of the ring and up the ramp. Reigns says he respects Orton but he will defeat "The Viper" at SummerSlam.

- Dean Ambrose vs Cesaro: Ambrose catches Cesaro off guard with "Dirty Deeds" and scores the pinfall. After the match "Mr. Money In The Bank" Seth Rollins arrives. Rollins says that he will defeat Ambrose at SummerSlam in their Lumberjack Match and show everyone that he is the future of the WWE.

- Backstage Corporate Kane breaks the news to The Miz that tonight it'll be Miz vs Roman Reigns in the main event because that's what is best for business.

- Titus O'Neil vs. Dolph Ziggler: Ziggler lands a "Zig Zag" on Titus to score the pinfall.

- Mark Henry (w/Big Show) vs. Luke Harper (w/Erick Rowan): "The World's Strongest Man" Mark Henry picks up the win by DQ as Rowan interferes. Big Show and Henry chase The Wyatts from the ring after the match.

- Mark Henry and Big Show vs Rowan and Harper: Corporate Kane makes this an impromptu match after the failed one on one match. Henry lifts Rowan for the "World's Strongest Slam" as Harper tries to break it up. Show dumps Harper to the floor, punches Rowan and sets Henry up to deliver the "World's Strongest Slam" to Rowan for the pinfall.

- A.J. Lee vs Eva Marie: A.J. gets a rematch from RAW against Eva. Paige appears, skipping out to the ring. A.J. dives at Paige and attacks her on the floor. A.J. ends up getting counted out. After the match, Paige gets revenge and attacks A.J. and leaves her laid out with the "Paige Turner". Paige mocks A.J. again by skipping around.

- Jack Swagger (w/Zeb Colter) vs. Bo Dallas: Swagger applies the "Patriot Lock" and the match is over as Dallas taps out. Rusev and Lana arrive after the match. Lana says Rusev's victory over Swagger at SummerSlam will be dedicated to Russian President Vladimir Putin.

- During the break on the WWE app. Bo Dallas cut a promo and said the referee got confused and thought that Dallas reaching for the ropes and missing was a tap out.

- Roman Reigns vs The Miz: Miz locks in the figure four but Reigns is able to escape. Miz takes a beating in this match to the point where he decides to leave. Dolph Ziggler comes out and blocks Miz's escape. Reigns gets Miz back in the ring and folds him in half with a spear for the pinfall. Reigns celebrates in the ring as Smackdown closes out.

And that is a wrap on the recap. I will return Monday afternoon for the SummerSlam recap for this Sunday's special event live on the WWE Network for only $9.99. Till then, tap or snap!

Wrestling Lockup with Brandon 7.28.14: WWE Raw

I'm back with another Wrestling Lockup with Brandon, brought to you by Triple Threat Podcast. Today's edition is the RAW recap from last night's show. Last week, "Plan C" went into play as Triple H accepted Paul Heyman's offer of his client, Brock Lesnar, facing John Cena at SummerSlam for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship. Stephanie McMahon, was escorted out of the building in handcuffs, after slapping Brie Bella who was in attendance as a fan. Cesaro approached Triple H and asked to be in The Authority. Xavier Woods, Big E and Kofi Kingston looked to have created an Alliance together. And Bray Wyatt continues to stalk "The Ayatollah of Rockin' Rollah" Chris Jericho.

- RAW took place this week live in Houston, Texas. RAW kicked off with the WWE World Heavyweight Champion, John Cena, cutting a promo. Cena talks about "Plan C", Brock Lesnar, being chosen as his next opponent, admits to probably getting a beating at SummerSlam but claims that he'll beat Lesnar just like he did two years ago. Paul Heyman arrives on stage with mic in hand. Heyman talks about Lesnar taking Cena's title, Cena about to become a victim, brags about Undertaker being MIA since Lesnar took him out and states that Cena will be beaten, victimized and conquered at SummerSlam. Cena rebuttals with how hard he works for the company, his passion, he has heart and guarantees leaving SummerSlam with the title. Cesaro arrives on the stage with mic in hand. Cesaro tells Cena that he's a walking muscled up billboard that can't wrestle, which gets a chant started from the crowd. Cesaro challenges Cena and we have an impromptu match kicking off RAW.

- John Cena vs Cesaro: Cena and Cesaro connect with boots to each other's faces. Cesaro climbs the ropes but Cena is there and delivers an "AA" off the top rope on Cesaro for the pinfall.

- Backstage Stephanie McMahon is embarrassed that she was arrested last week. Randy Orton is upset that he was taken out of his title match with Cena. Triple H tells Orton he has to take care of Roman Reigns before getting another shot at the title but not tonight cause it's Reigns vs Kane. Orton has a problem with Kane and Triple H now.

- Paige is in the ring cutting a promo. Paige promises she'll never act the way she did last week when she attacked A.J. Lee ever again. A.J. enters the ring to "CM Punk" chants. A.J. says she knows how Paige feels to lose her title, doesn't play little girl games and will tell someone to their face if she has a problem. Paige insults A.J. by calling her "crazy" and "mental". This sparks A.J. as she tackles Paige and we have a catfight! Paige escapes as A.J. dares her to get back in the ring.

- Triple H and Stephanie McMahon head to the ring to cut a promo. The fans chant "jailbird" at the misses. Triple H is angry that the fans laughed that Steph was arrested last week, will never forgive the fans for that and says how humiliated Steph is when she was just defending herself against Brie Bella. Brie Bella who was invited to RAW by Stephanie is called out to talk this out. Chris Jericho arrives on the stage with mic in hand and says he feels bad at what happened so he sings "Bad Boys", the theme from COPS, with the fans. Jericho rips on Stephanie some more then demands Bray Wyatt tonight. Triple H says Jericho will have to wait till SummerSlam for Wyatt cause he has Seth Rollins tonight. Rollins comes from behind and hits Jericho in the back with his briefcase.

- "Six Man Tag Match": The Miz, Curtis Axel and Ryback vs Dolph Ziggler and The Usos. Xavier Woods, Big E and Kofi Kingston arrive and watch from ringside. Miz tries to distract Ziggler but Ziggler avoids the distraction and hits Ryback with the "Zig Zag" for the pinfall.

- R-Truth vs Bo Dallas: R-Truth rolls Dallas up for the pinfall and the undefeated streak is over! Dallas shakes Truth's hand after the match and accepts defeat. Dallas then snaps and viciously attacks Truth with clubbing forearms then lays Truth out with a double arm DDT.

- Rusev and Lana are in the ring cutting a promo about mother Russia, disrespecting the U.S., president Obama and even former president Bush. Jack Swagger and Zeb Colter arrive and give Rusev and Lana a history lesson on what the American Flag stands for. Swagger rushes the ring and a brawl with Rusev erupts. Rusev throws Swagger into the barricade before going for "The Accolade" in the ring. Swagger reverses into a "Patriot Lock" but Rusev escapes from the ring.

- Damien Sandow (dressed as an Astronaut) vs Adam Rose: "Party Foul" on Sandow for the pinfall and Rose parties with the Erotic Express.

- Kane vs Roman Reigns: Randy Orton attacks Reigns from behind on the way to the ring. Kane and Orton 2 on 1 Reigns. Reigns lays Orton out with the "Superman Punch" but gets choke slammed by Kane. Kane leaves the ring as Orton viciously attacks Reigns with punches, kicks, tossing Reigns into the ring steps, drop DDT'ing Reigns off the barricade and finishes with an "RKO" twice on the announcers table.

- Fandango vs Diego: Layla and Summer Rae come out with Los Matadores. El Torito and the ladies distract Fandango as Diego steals the rollup pinfall. El Torito gores Fandango after the match.

- Backstage Stephanie McMahon knocks on Nikki Bella's locker room door looking for Brie to express herself. Nikki says Brie will express herself too later. Nikki says it's not often that someone like Steph has to eat a plate of crap and she hopes she likes it.

- Another weird Goldust and Stardust promo, looking for the cosmic key.

- Nattie Neidhart and Naomi vs Alicia Fox and Cameron: Naomi makes Cameron tap out to a head scissors submission.

- Chris Jericho vs Seth Rollins: Jericho catches Rollins with a "Code Breaker" as Rollins came off the top rope. The lights go out and a Wyatt clip plays on the titantron. Lights are back on and Jericho is surrounded by Bray Wyatt, Rowan and Harper. Rowan and Harper beat down Jericho to soften him up. Bray hits "Sister Abigail" and stands over Jericho's body.

- Stephanie McMahon is in the ring for another promo. Stephanie is humbled for being arrested and says her kids are scarred by this. Brie Bella arrives and gets in Stephanie's face. Stephanie wants the charges dropped cause she doesn't deserve this. Brie says Stephanie deserves to go to hell. Brie says she'll drop the charges as long as she can have her job back. Stephanie says it's a deal and starts to walk away. Brie stops her and says she's not done. She'll drop the charges with her job back and a match at SummerSlam against Stephanie. Stephanie whines and refuses until finally agreeing, says Brie will be her "bitch" at SummerSlam and slaps Brie in the face. Brie spear tackles Stephanie and we have a cat fight. WWE officials and Triple H rush the ring to seperate both ladies as RAW closes out.

**** SummerSlam Card ****
- "WWE World Heavyweight Championship Match": John Cena (c) vs Brock Lesnar
- Chris Jericho vs Bray Wyatt
- Brie Bella vs Stephanie McMahon

And that wraps up this edition of RAW recap. I'll be back with more RAW action next Tuesday afternoon. Till then, tap or snap.

Wrestling Lockup with Brandon 7.26.14: WWE Smackdown

Wrestling Lockup with Brandon is here again and it's brought to you by Triple Threat Podcast. It's WWE Smackdown recap time in this edition. This week's Smackdown took place in sunny Orlando, Florida.

- Smackdown kicked off with tag team action as the current WWE World Tag Team Champions, The Usos, faced off with Curtis Axel and Ryback. The Usos pull off some "twin magic" on Curtis Axel. Axel drop kicks Jey to the floor who lands next to Jimmy. Jey and Jimmy switch places causing Axel to grab Jimmy instead of Jey. Jimmy surprises Axel with a rollup pinfall.

- The next segment we see the newly crowned Intercontinental Champion, The Miz, in the ring for MizTV. The Miz wanted to give the WWE Universe what they truly deserved, an acceptance speech. The Miz thanks his family, wife, dogs, cats, the money maker and the fans even though The Miz's mom stated her favorite wrestler was Roman Reigns. Bo Dallas interrupts The Miz and says he won the I-C Title because he "Bo-Leived". Dolph Ziggler interrupts and calls The Miz's speech lame and says that Miz and Bo have one thing in common.....both are full of crap. Dallas says Dolph could be just like them if he "Bo-Leived". Ziggler and Dallas begin fighting each other as Miz escapes the ring.

- Bo Dallas vs Dolph Ziggler: Miz distracts Ziggler, allowing Dallas to sneak a rollup in from behind on Ziggler for the pinfall. Miz and Dallas celebrate after the match until Ziggler hits Dallas. Miz shoves Ziggler into the ring post and runs off.

- Roman Reigns is backstage hyping up his match with Alberto Del Rio later and talking about Randy Orton.

- "No DQ Match": Dean Ambrose vs Cesaro: Ambrose connects with the ring bell on Cesaro. Ambrose goes for a kendo stick shot but catches one in the gut from Cesaro. Cesaro with a kendo stick sleeper combo on Ambrose. Cesaro slams Ambrose through two chairs. Kendo stick camel clutch on Ambrose by Cesaro. Russian leg sweep with the kendo stick by Ambrose. Ambrose suplexes Cesaro on a chair. Ambrose gets tossed into the ring post but Ambrose returns the favor with a suicide dive. Seth Rollins tries to attack Ambrose but Ambrose sends him over the barricade. Cesaro deadlift suplexes Ambrose on a pile of chairs but Ambrose rolls up Cesaro for the pinfall. Rollins and Cesaro attack Ambrose after the match, laying Ambrose out with "The Neutralizer" and a "Curb Stomp".

- Paige vs Naomi: Paige skipped to the ring mocking A.J. Lee. Paige makes Naomi submit to her submission. After the match Cameron attacked Naomi until leaving.

- Goldust and Stardust cut another weird promo about the cosmic key.

- Bray Wyatt vs R-Truth: Bray hits "Sister Abigail" on Truth for the pinfall. Bray cuts a promo asking Truth where Chris Jericho was to help him like he helped Jericho on RAW. Bray says Jericho is not a savior but Bray is.

- Roman Reigns vs Alberto Del Rio: Reigns connects with the "Superman Punch" and hits the "spear" afterwards. Reigns picks up the pinfall on Del Rio and celebrates to close out the show.

And that wraps up this week's Smackdown recap. I'll be back on Tuesday with the RAW recap. Till then, tap or snap.

Wrestling Lockup with Brandon, 7.12.14: WWE Smackdown

Wrestling Lockup with Brandon comes to you today with the Smackdown recap, brought to you by Triple Threat Podcast.
This week's Smackdown took place in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.

- Smackdown kicked off with the undefeated Rusev, accompanied by his lovely valet, Lana. The Russian couple cut a promo and target Roman Reigns. Lana says Reigns is like the impotent leaders of both America and Canada, all style no substance. Reigns arrives from the crowd and cuts a promo. Reigns says that this is his ring and he'd waste no time putting his fist across Rusev's face. Lana and Reigns trade more insults with each other and then we have Reigns and Rusev face to face. The stare down is interuppted as Lana states Rusev will fight on their terms. Lana and Rusev leave the ring and will fight Reigns later in the main event.

- A.J. Lee vs Cameron. A.J. out wrestles Cameron to the point where Cameron walks out of the match. Naomi comes down and throws Cameron back into the ring. A.J. hits a "Shining Wizard" on Cameron for the pinfall.

- Backstage interview with Randy Orton. Orton hypes up his match with Chris Jericho later tonight.

- Adam Rose (w/Summer Rae) vs Fandango (w/Layla). Fandango gets counted out trying to break up the girls' catfight on the floor. Fandango gets a "Party Foul" after the match after getting in Rose's face.

- Backstage interview with Chris Jericho. Jericho hypes up his match against Randy Orton later and his match with Bray Wyatt at WWE Battleground.

- Heath Slater and Titus O'Neil vs The Usos. Jimmy hits a super kick on Slater and Jey goes Jimmy "Superfly" Snuka on Slater as he splashes Slater from the top rope. The Usos pick up the pinfall.

- In ring interview with The Usos. The Usos hype up their WWE Tag Team Championship, 2 out of 3 Falls Match with The Wyatt Family at WWE Battleground.

- Bray Wyatt cuts a promo on the titantron asking Chris Jericho to "save us" and closed it out with singing to all the Wyatt followers.

- Chris Jericho vs Randy Orton. Jericho blocks the "RKO" and hits the "Lionsault" on Orton. The lights go out and we see The Wyatt Family graphic on the titantron. The lights come back on and Jericho catches an "RKO" from Orton. Orton scores the pinfall.

- Summer Rae vs Layla (Fandango as Guest Referee). Before the match, both girls kiss Fandango trying to make the other girl mad. Rae and Layla both end up attacking Fandango. Fandango escapes the ring and the match is thrown out. Rae and Layla dance with each other afterwards.

- Curtis Axel (w/Ryback) vs Goldust (w/Stardust). Axel goes for a "Perfect Plex" on Goldust but Goldie blocks. Goldust delivers the "Final Cut and scores the pinfall. Ryback attacks after the match but gets dust blown in his face by Stardust. Ryback charges Stardust but gets sent to the floor.

- "Handicap Match": Bo Dallas vs El Torito and Diego. Dallas dodges a Diego splash in the corner and it's the "Bo-Dog" for the pin. Dallas "Bo-Dog's" El Torito after the match.

- Triple H and his lovely wife Stephanie McMahon will return on RAW. RAW's main event is announced as a "6-Man Tag Match". It'll be John Cena, Roman Reigns and Dean Ambrose vs Randy Orton, Kane and Seth Rollins.

- Rusev vs Roman Reigns. Reigns hits the "Superman Punch" and sets Rusev up for the spear. Randy Orton hits the ring and attacks Reigns. Rusev gets his first loss by DQ. Reigns hits a "Superman Punch" on Orton after the match but Reigns then gets laid out with a Rusev kick. Lana and Rusev leave the ring to fight another day as Orton drops Reigns again with an "RKO". Orton stands tall as Smackdown closes out.

WWE Battleground Card Currently:
**** "WWE World Heavyweight Championship Match, Fatal 4 Way":
John Cena (c) vs Randy Orton vs Roman Reigns vs Kane
**** "WWE Intercontinental Championship Battle Royal": Winner is crowned new I-C Champ.
**** "WWE World Tag Team Championship Match, 2 Out of 3 Falls": The Usos (c) vs The Wyatt Family
**** "WWE Divas Championship Match": AJ Lee (c) vs Paige
**** Chris Jericho vs Bray Wyatt
**** Cameron vs. Naomi

And that wraps up this week's Smackdown recap. Thanks for reading and be sure to join me again on Tuesday with the RAW recap. Till then, tap or snap.

Wrestling Lockup with Brandon, 7.5.14: WWE Smackdown

Happy day after Independence Day everyone, hope everyone had a safe holiday!!

This edition of Wrestling Lockup with Brandon is brought to you by Triple Threat Podcast. I'll be recapping WWE Smackdown from last night in this edition. On Main Event this past week, WWE United States Champion, Sheamus, threw out a challenge to defend the U.S. Title on America's birthday for the show. Alberto Del Rio answered the challenge.
Also more names that will be included in the WWE Intercontinental Championship battle royal at WWE Battleground were announced on Main Event. The following have been entered so far: Cesaro, Kofi Kingston, Damien Sandow, The Great Khali, Rob Van Dam, Dolph Ziggler, Big E, Ryback, Curtis Axel and Alberto Del Rio

- Smackdown took place this week in Newark, New Jersey. The show kicks off with Mr. Money in the Bank himself, Seth Rollins. Rollins cuts a promo talking about John Cena being lucky on Monday because sooner or later Rollins will cash in and be the new face of the WWE. Dean Ambrose interrupts and reminds Rollins that he plans on stopping Rollins every time he tries to cash in. Ambrose hits the ring and we have a Rollins, Ambrose brawl. Randy Orton hits the ring for the 2 on 1 on Ambrose, then Roman Reigns hits the ring to help Ambrose. Orton and Rollins exit the ring as Triple H arrives and announces Dean Ambrose vs Randy Orton tonight. If Roman Reigns interferes then he is out of the WWE WHC Match at Battleground.

- "WWE United States Championship Match": Sheamus (c) vs Alberto Del Rio. Del Rio applies the cross arm breaker but Sheamus escapes by dead lifting Del Rio and tossing him into the turn buckle. Del Rio attempts a moonsault but missed and then gets a "Brogue Kick". Sheamus scores the pinfall to retain the US Title.

- Bo Dallas vs Diego (w/El Torito). Dallas with the "Bo-Dog" for the pinfall. Dallas tells Torito to never give up and one day he'll grew taller. Torito gets mad and gores Dallas. Dallas hits Torito back then press slams him.

- Chris Jericho arrives to cut a promo. Jericho says it's good to be back, thanks The Wyatt Family for reminding him what a dangerous place the WWE can be and reminds them that he can be just as dangerous. Bray Wyatt eventually interrupts Jericho on the titantron and mocks the king of the world. Bray mentions Jericho's "save us" shtick and tells Jericho to save himself. The Miz comes down to the ring, still complaining to Jericho about interrupting him on Monday. Jericho again drops The Miz with a "Code Breaker".

- Cesaro vs Big E. The action spills onto the floor as the barricade and time keepers area are used. Cesaro connects with a chair shot then dumps Big E on the announcers table. Big E slams Cesaro on the floor as WWE officials hit the ring and break up both men.

- AJ Lee vs Eva Marie. AJ makes Eva tap to the "Widow's Peak". Paige congratulates AJ after the match.

- Damian Sandow comes out dressed like New Jersey's own Bruce Springsteen. Rusev comes out and attacks Sandow. Lana reminds us all of why mother Russia is great. Jack Swagger and Zeb Colter arrive and give Rusev and Lana a history lesson on why America is better then Russia. Zeb leads the WWE Universe in a "We The People" chant as Swagger and Rusev stare each other down. Rusev eventually backs off without attacking Swagger.

- Randy Orton vs Dean Ambrose. Ambrose picks up the DQ victory as Seth Rollins shows up and hits Ambrose with his briefcase. Orton hits an "RKO" on Ambrose as Rollins climbs the ropes and measures up for a "Curb Stomp" on Ambrose's shoulder. Roman Reigns hits the ring and chases off Orton and Rollins, making the save to close out Smackdown.

And that wraps up the Smackdown recap edition of Wrestling Lockup with Brandon. I will return Tuesday with the RAW recap. Till then tap or snap.

Wrestling Lockup with Brandon, 6.7.14: WWE Smackdown

"Last night was plan A, tonight is plan B....there's always a plan B."

Triple H's final words before the chair shot heard around the world and the implosion of The Shield. Seth Rollins joined the dark side as he turned his back on what Roman Reigns stated was a team close like "brothers". Seth Rollins stood with Triple H and Randy Orton over the bodies of Ambrose and Reigns, with a smirk, as if he had no care in the world at what he had just done. Seth Rollins joined Evolution. This is probably the biggest story going on in the WWE at the moment. Many questions have been developing from this. Like, why did Rollins do it? Where does this leave The Shield? Will there be a new Shield member soon to take Rollins' old spot? Of course all the CM Punk fans are jumping out again saying this would be the perfect opportunity for the "Straight Edge Savior" to return and join Reigns and Ambrose. If WWE decides to go with bringing in an NXT rookie to join The Shield, the WWE has plenty of great up and coming talent to choose from as well.
Who knows what WWE has up their sleeves. Where ever they go with this feud, it should be an interesting summer at least. Alright let's get this week's Smackdown recap started!

Highlights of Smackdown:
- Smackdown kicked off with the turncoat himself, Seth Rollins, cutting a promo with Triple H by his side now. Rollins is still sporting his Shield wrestling gear during the promo. Rollins states that only he knows why he did what he did and the only one that he owes an explanation to is himself. Dolph Ziggler arrives to ruin Rollins' moment of explanation and cuts a promo on Rollins and Evolution, ripping on the group. Triple H says since Ziggler is showing initiative he can face Rollins tonight, as in right now. Rollins defeats Ziggler in his first match as a heel.
- Big Show voices his massive opinion on the subject as he confronts Rollins, Randy Orton and Triple H backstage. Big Show tells Rollins he proved to everyone that he's just another sellout. Triple H tells Show that he gets Randy Orton in the main event later.
- The Usos faced Curtis Axel and Ryback in tag team action. Usos go home winners.
- Rusev stays undefeated as he defeated Xavier Woods in one on one action. Rusev has a fancy flag as he enters the ring now. Woods looked like he was dressed for a fourth of July party.
- Bad News Barrett, Rob Van Dam and Cesaro compete in a "Triple Threat Match". Barrett prevailed over "Mr. Monday Night" and "The King of Swing". "Bad News" was delivered.
- Alicia Fox stays nutty as ever as she loses to Nattie Neidhart and flips out on ring announcer, Lilian Garcia.
- Bray Wyatt cut a promo on the titantron. Bray comments on losing to John Cena. He says Sister Abigail said that this would happen.
- Bo Dallas continues to "Bo-Lieve" as he stays undefeated with a win over Santino. Cue the Journey song.
- Big Show faced Randy Orton in the main event. Triple H was in Orton's corner. Match ends in a DQ when Seth Rollins hits the ring and flying knees The Big Show. Rollins then curb stomped The Big Show on a chair. Evolution celebrates as Smackdown ends.

Quick Match Results:
- Seth Rollins def. Dolph Ziggler by pin.
- The Usos def. Curtis Axel and Ryback by pin.
- Rusev def. Xavier Woods by submission.
- "Triple Threat Match for the I-C Championship" : Bad News Barrett (c) def. Cesaro and RVD by pin to retain the title.
- Nattie Neidhart def. Alicia Fox by pin.
- Bo Dallas def. Santino by pin.
- Big Show def. Randy Orton by DQ.

And that's a wrap, again I'll be MIA from all wrestling recaps this coming week. I'll be back on Monday June 16th to bring you TNA Slammiversary. I'll be in Las Vegas for my honeymoon. Till then, tap or snap.

Wrestling Lockup with Brandon, 6.3.14: WWE Raw

It's Tuesday afternoon and its another edition of Wrestling Lockup with Brandon. Last night's RAW served as the first live event after Sunday night's WWE Payback. WWE's next event will be WWE Money In The Bank on June 29th. What feuds developed last night? Read the recap below and find out!

Highlights of RAW:
- The show kicks off with Triple H promising that Evolution will give The Shield what is coming to them tonight. Batista interrupts and tells Triple H that he's done fighting The Shield and wants his WWE World Heavyweight Championship Match that he was promised. Triple H says Daniel Bryan is still injured and no one is getting what they want until The Shield is finished. Triple H reminds Batista that he is the boss and what he says goes. Triple H apologizes for getting out of hand with his power but Batista quits. Triple H asks Batista if he's going to run back to Hollywood and if he does he will never work for the WWE again.
- Sheamus teams up with Rob Van Dam and takes on their Payback opponents from last night, Cesaro and Bad News Barrett. Sheamus and RVD pick up the victory. Cesaro and Paul Heyman walk out on Barrett in the closing moments of the match.
- Damien Sandow now dressed like Indiana Pacer, Lance Stephenson, comes out and rips on the Indiana crowd and calls LeBron James the best player of all time. Big Show comes out and knocks Sandow out with the left punch.
- Bo Dallas rips on the Indiana crowd saying that the Miami Heat won because they all "Bo-Lieve". Dallas beats Kofi Kingston and stays undefeated.
- Stephanie McMahon announced that Daniel Bryan will defend the WWE World Heavyweight Championship at Money In The Bank against Kane in a Stretcher Match. If he cannot defend the title then he will be stripped of the title and it will be put up in the Money In The Bank ladder match. John Cena comes out and stands up for Daniel Bryan and says if Stephanie was evaluated as a boss she'd get a zero. Stephanie makes Cena fight Kane. The match ends in a DQ when Kane refuses to let up on Cena in the corner. Kane and Cena brawl after the match until WWE officials separate both men.
- Adam Rose stays undefeated with a pinfall victory on Jack Swagger.
The Wyatt Family continued their feud with The Usos as Harper and Rowan faced Jimmy and Jey in tag team action. The Wyatt's pick up the win.
- Goldust teams with Sin Cara in his rematch with Curtis Axel and Ryback from Payback. Cody Rhodes hand picked Sin Cara to team with his brother tonight. Axel and Ryback are victorious.
- Rusev and his manager Lana announce that Rusev has been given the Russian Hero Award and Golden Star Award by Mother Russia. The Russia national anthem played and confetti fell from the rafters as the fans booed and chanted "USA".
- Main Event of the evening was supposed to see Roman Reigns going one on one with Randy Orton. The Shield came out together and said they won last night because they are close like brothers unlike Evolution that didn't work well together. Randy Orton comes out with Triple H who has his sledgehammer in hand. Rollins grabs a steel chair as The Shield are ready to go at it with Evolution again. Triple H says one thing he does best is adapt. Last night was plan A and tonight is plan B. Out of nowhere, Rollins connects with chair shots on Reigns and Ambrose, turning his back on The Shield. Triple H, Randy Orton and Seth Rollins drill Reigns and Ambrose with chair shots over and over. Rollins hits the "Curb Stomp" on Ambrose and Orton hits an "RKO" on Reigns. The show closes out with Triple H, Randy Orton and Seth Rollins celebrating as the new Evolution.

Quick Match Results:
- Sheamus and RVD def. Bad News Barrett and Cesaro by pin.
- Bo Dallas def. Kofi Kingston by pin.
- John Cena def. Kane by DQ.
- Los Matadores def. 3MB by pin.
- Alicia Fox and Aksana def. Nikki Bella by pin.
- Adam Rose def. Jack Swagger by pin.
- The Wyatt Family def. The Usos by pin.
- Alberto Del Rio def. Dolph Ziggler by submission.
- Curtis Axel and Ryback def. Goldust and Sin Cara by pin.
- Randy Orton vs Roman Reigns never starts.

And that wraps up this edition of Wrestling Lockup with Brandon. I will be MIA for next week's RAW recap as I will be in Las Vegas for my honeymoon. I will return Tuesday June 17th with the RAW recap for the June 16th show, which takes place live in Triple Threat Podcast's hometown of Cleveland! Till then tap or snap!

Wrestling Lockup with Brandon, 5.31.14: NXT Takeover & WWE Smackdown

Saturday afternoon is upon us and it's time for the Smackdown recap. Now before we get into the Smackdown recap, let's kick things off with the NXT Takeover pay per view recap.

NXT Takeover took place this past Thursday night live at Full Sail University in Orlando, Florida. I must say I know it would cost WWE a lot of money, but I honestly wish they would consider showing their live shows in smaller venues like this. You hear and feel the crowds intensity during every match. I'd take a small crowd over 20,000 dead silent fans any day. Make RAW and Smackdown small venue then do arenas for special events. Just my opinion.

- Adam Rose vs Camacho. Rose returned to NXT for a one on one match with Camacho. Adam Rose hit the "Party Foul" to score the pin on Camacho.

- NXT Tag Team Championship Match: The Ascension (c) vs Kalisto and El Local. For those that don't know El Local is Ricardo Rodriguez, Alberto Del Rio's former ring announcer. The Ascension hit the "Fall of Man" to get the pin and retain the NXT Tag Team Titles.

- #1 Contenders Match to the NXT World Title: Sami Zayn vs Tyler Breeze. Breeze hits the "Beauty Shot" on Zayn to pick up the pin. Before the "Beauty Shot" it looked like Breeze low blowed Zayn when he went for a running kick in the corner.
- Rusev returned to NXT looking for a fight. He found a challenger as Mojo Rawley threatened to stick Rusev's flag where the sun doesn't shine. Rusev makes quick work of Mojo, however, locking him in "The Accolade" camel clutch. Rusev punishes Mojo more by locking on "The Accolade" again on the ramp before finally leaving.
- NXT Women's Title: Charlotte Flair w/Ric Flair vs Nattie Neidhart w/Bret Hart. If only the WWE's Divas Division was as entertaining as this match was. Nattie reverses Charlotte's version of the "Sharpshooter" into an attempt of her own. Charlotte counters with a kick to the head and a somersault cutter to score the pin and win the vacant NXT Women's Championship. Good sportsmanship afterwards as the Harts and Flairs shook hands and hugged it out. Only 15 more World Title wins to go to match the old man's record of 16, Charlotte.

- NXT World Title: Adrian Neville (c) vs Tyson Kidd. Neville hits Kidd with  a hurricanrana and follows up with the "Red Arrow" to score the pin and retain the NXT World Title.

Now over to Smackdown. This is the last WWE show before this Sunday's "Special Event", WWE Payback.

Highlights of Smackdown:

- The Shield arrived to kick off Smackdown. The Shield cut a promo on Evolution stating that they will defeat the legendary faction in their "Elimination/No Holds Barred Match" at Payback.
- Alicia Fox (I've nicknamed her the new A.J. Lee, since she's been acting nutty the past month) came out during WWE Divas Champion, Paige's match against Tamina Snuka. Fox tried to cost Paige the match by distraction but it didn't work as Paige was victorious making Snuka tap.

- Another 3MB/Los Matadores match. (Enough already.....please)
- Bo Dallas made Xavier Woods a "Bo-Leiver". Well not really, but Dallas stayed undefeated with the win on Woods.

- Incase anyone forgot, Paul Heyman's client, Brock Lesnar, ended Undertaker's streak at Wrestlemania 30. Heyman was sure to continue to remind us. 

- Champion vs Champion took place tonight as U.S. Champ, Sheamus, battled I-C Champ, Bad News Barrett, one on one. Cesaro's manager, Paul Heyman, was guest commentator. Heyman predicted his client, Cesaro, would defeat Sheamus for the U.S. Title at Payback. Sheamus hits the "Brogue Kick" on Barrett for the W.

- Rusev and his manager Lana were present and keeping an eye on Big E in Big E's match against Titus O'Neil. Big E made quick work of Titus.
- Adam Rose finally faced Jack Swagger one on one. Rose picked up the win with a cheap roll up and stays undefeated.

- Bray Wyatt went one on one with Jimmy Uso in a "Last Man Standing Match", a preview of what we would see this Sunday in the Wyatt vs Cena match. Wyatt came out victorious. The Wyatt Family try to get involved but Uso takes them out. Bray hits "Sister Abigail" putting Uso down for the ten count. And that wrapped up the show.

Quick Match Results:

- Cesaro def. Kofi Kingston by pin.

- Paige def. Tamina Snuka by submission.

- Bo Dallas def. Xavier Woods by pin.

- El Torito def, Jinder Mahal by pin.
- Sheamus def. Bad News Barrett by pin.
- Big E def. Titus O'Neil by pin.
- Adam Rose def. Jack Swagger by pin.

- "Last Man Standing Match": Bray Wyatt def. Jimmy Uso by ten count.

And that my friends is a wrap. Again be sure to follow me on Twitter at @BSA1978. Like and Follow Triple Threat Podcast on Facebook and Twitter. I'll be back next Saturday afternoon for another Smackdown recap. I will also be recapping WWE Payback this Monday afternoon, so keep an eye out for that. Till then tap or snap.

Wrestling Lockup with Brandon, 5.27.14: WWE Raw

Happy Tuesday, ladies and gents. Hope everyone had a safe and happy Memorial Day weekend. Welcome back to another edition of Wrestling Lockup with Brandon. It being Tuesday you know what that means....RAW recap baybaaaayyy! Last week on RAW, Stephanie McMahon, made it clear to Daniel Bryan that he was required to be on RAW tonight, so a final decision could be made on whether he would be stripped of his title or not. John Cena was left laid out on the stage by Bray Wyatt and The Wyatt Family. RVD won a beat the clock tournament making him #1 Contender to Bad News Barrett's I-C Championship. Alicia Fox dominated WWE Divas Champion, Paige. Summer Rae returned. Shield/Evolution brawling, Rusev crushing and Adam Rose partying!
Let's get this week's recap started.

Highlights of RAW:
- RAW opened with GM, Brad Maddox, getting fired, then fed to Kane by Triple H and Stephanie McMahon, for allowing Ambrose and Reigns to be commentating last week during the Rollins vs Batista match. Kane choke slammed then tombstoned Maddox. (Honestly will anyone miss Maddox? I mean what exactly did he do as GM?)
- WWE World Heavyweight Champion, Daniel Bryan, officially said NO! to forfeiting the title to Stephanie McMahon even though his neck injury needs a long period of time to heal. Stephanie reminds Daniel that his wife, Brie, shoved Stephanie a few weeks back and you never put your hands on the boss. Stephanie tells Bryan that he either forfeits the title at WWE Payback or Brie Bella will be fired. (Judging by what sources are saying, Bryan will have to give the title up eventually due to injury. Be interesting to see if he gets screwed or does it his way.)
- The Wyatt Family terrorized announcers Michael Cole, JBL and Jerry Lawler. JBL gets taken out by Rowan and Harper. Bray makes Lawler sit in the ring and take the blame for Cena's popularity because Lawler and Cena are good friends. The Wyatts are ready to attack Lawler but Cena hits the ring for the save. Cena is eventually out gunned and beaten down. Harper and Rowan make Cena watch as Bray sets Lawler up for "Sister Abigail". The Usos hit the ring and help Cena chase the Wyatts out. Cena tells the Wyatts that they just crossed a huge line and at WWE Payback, payback will be a bitch. (Segment of the night in my opinion!)
- Bad News Barrett distracted RVD costing him his match against Cesaro. Sheamus hit the ring after the match and "Brogue Kicked" Cesaro's head off. Cesaro got revenge later as he attacked Sheamus from behind and laid Sheamus out with "The Neutralizer". (Liking both Barrett and Cesaro right now. They need to put the U.S. Title on Cesaro.)
- Rusev stayed undefeated as he crushed Zack Ryder. Big E hit the ring after the match and got the upper hand on Rusev as he sends Rusev to the floor. (How much longer will Rusev be undefeated until Super Cena beats him?)
- Orton and Batista sent a message to The Shield as they worked over The Rhodes Brothers first in an "Elimination Match" then a "2 on 1 Handicap Match".
- Bo Dallas debuts on RAW defeating Sin Cara in a rematch from Smackdown. (Bo-Lieve)
- Adam Rose defeated Damien Sandow (dressed as Davy Crockett) in his wrestling debut. Jack Swagger attacks Rose after the match. Rose fights back and chases Swagger from the ring. (Swagger seriously had The Lemon in Rose's Party Posse held hostage as a way to distract Rose in his match.)
- Evolution and The Shield closed out RAW with a contract signing for their "No Holds Barred Elimination Match" at WWE Payback. Contract signed by both factions and a brawl broke out as expected. The Shield owned Evolution in the brawl until Triple H brought in his sledgehammer. The Shield were laid out with the sledgehammer and Reigns was triple powerbombed through the announce table. Evolution celebrates as the show ends.

Quick Match Results:
- Cesaro def. RVD by pin.
- Eva Marie def. Summer Rae by pin.
- El Torito def. Drew McIntyre by pin.
- Rusev def. Zack Ryder by submission.
- "Elimination Match": Evolution def. The Rhodes Brothers by pin.
- "Handicap Match": Evolution def. Goldust by pin.
- Bo Dallas def. Sin Cara by pin.
- Emma def. Alicia Fox by pin.
- Adam Rose def. Damien Sandow by pin.
- Sheamus def. Alberto Del Rio by pin.

WWE News and Rumors:
- Ric Flair is being advertised for this week's Smackdown. Both Ric Flair and Bret Hart are being advertised for NXT Takeover on Thursday.
- If Daniel Bryan ends up forfeiting the WWE World Heavyweight Championship, sources are claiming it will be on the line in one of the "Money in the Bank" ladder matches at WWE Money In The Bank.
- Be sure to check out NXT's second pay per view of the year, NXT Takeover, this Thursday. I will have a recap on the pay per view Saturday in my Smackdown recap.

Before closing out this edition of Wrestling Lockup, I want to take a quick moment to remember a man taken too soon, and had a great future still ahead of him in the WWE.
May 23rd was the 15th anniversary of the death of Owen Hart. Owen, tragically died when a equipment malfunction occurred during his entrance from the rafters of Kemper Arena in Kansas City, Missouri. Owen was only 34 and would've been something special in the WWE. R.I.P. Owen, we all still miss you.

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Wrestling Lockup with Brandon, 5.24.14: WWE Smackdown

Cheerio again.....BROTHER!!

Let me tell you something brother, it's Saturday, brother and it's time for another Smackdown recap brother! Yeah...anyway...This week's Smackdown, just like RAW, took place in England. Last week we saw more build up to the John Cena and Bray Wyatt feud with it made official that they would face off in a "Last Man Standing" Match at WWE Payback. The Usos backed up John Cena in his feud with The Wyatts. Batista viciously attacked Dolph Ziggler after their one on one match. Damien Sandow cut a promo about being held back until his mic got cut off. More Rhodes Family fighting as Cody Rhodes grows frustrated with losing. Let's get this week's recap started...brother!

Highlights of Smackdown:

-The Immortal one himself, Hulk Hogan, appeared to kick off the show. Hogan was the official host of Smackdown this week. Hogan cut a promo advertising the WWE Network and building it up coming to the UK soon. Nothing special....brother.
- Dolph Ziggler got another shot at Batista in a "No DQ Match", after Ziggler was taken out by the animal last week. Ziggler had no better luck this week as Batista picked up the victory.
- Bo Dallas (I.R.S.' son and Bray Wyatt's brother, for those that didn't know) made his long awaited debut. Bo Dallas tried to turn Sin Cara into a "Bo-Leiver" as they went one on one. Dallas wins in his debut.
- More party shenanigans from Adam Rose and his party posse as they targeted Vickie Guerrerro. Vickie in my opinion is a life long lemon, judging by the sour face she sells all the time.
- Bray Wyatt cut a promo calling John Cena a monster and a liar. Accused Cena of using The Usos to help him and he'll just cast them aside when he's done using them.
- Sheamus and Cesaro continue their feud as Cesaro attacked Sheamus in his match with Alberto Del Rio.
- The main event saw The Usos in tag team action against The Wyatt Family. The Usos win by DQ when Bray Wyatt gets involved. John Cena hits the ring and hits "Attitude Adjustment" on Erick Rowan. Bray and Cena stare down to close the show.

Quick Match Results:

-"No DQ Match": Batista def. Dolph Ziggler by pin.

-The Funkadactyls def. Nikki Bella and Eva Maria by pin. Summer Rae served as the referee. 

-Bo Dallas def. Sin Cara by pin.

-Sheamus def. Alberto Del Rio by DQ.

-The Usos def. The Wyatt Family by DQ.

WWE News and Rumors:

-The WWE Tag Team Titles almost changed hands while on their European Tour this week. Luke Harper and Erick Rowan def. The Usos to win the titles. The Wyatt Family, however, cheated to do it. WWE backstage personnel agent, Dave "Fit" Finley, told the referee what happened and the referee restarted the match allowing The Usos to pick up the win. Exactly what kind of pull backstage does Finley have that a referee would listen to him and restart a match? Hmmm
- Sources are stating that former WWE Divas Champion, AJ Lee, will not be returning to WWE TV anytime soon. AJ will be marrying the "Cult of Personality" himself, CM Punk, in a few weeks. AJ and Punk will be doing the married couple thing for the next few months. It's being reported AJ might be back in time for either Money In The Bank or SummerSlam.

And that's a wrap my friends, I'll be back Tuesday for the RAW recap. Again follow me on Twitter at @BSA1978. Like and Follow Triple Threat Podcast on Facebook and Twitter. Till then, tap or snap.