Wrestling Lockup with Brandon, 5.10.14: WWE Smackdown

It's Saturday and you know what that means. It's time for another WWE Smackdown recap. Last night we seen newly crowned U.S. Champion, Sheamus, in action. John Cena made one of his once in awhile Smackdown visits. All three members of The Shield were in one on one action. More storyline build up for WWE Payback in June. It's looking like we will be seeing rematches of Cena/Wyatt, Kane/Bryan and The Shield/Evolution for the special event.

Highlights of Smackdown:
- U.S. Champion, Sheamus, gave former champion, Dean Ambrose, his rematch for the U.S. Title. I think Sheamus has already defended the title more then Ambrose did when he had it (Sarcasm). Reigns and Rollins sat this one out as Ambrose rolled solo.
- Cesaro and Bad News Barrett continued their feuds with RVD and Big E as they were teamed up in tag team action. RVD accidentally kicks Big E in the face costing them the match.
- More "crushing" from Rusev as his undefeated streak continued on Kofi Kingston.
- Bray Wyatt cuts a promo on John Cena talking about judgment and about no one coming back from where they are going.
- The other two members of The Shield were in action as Reigns battled Mark Henry and Rollins battled Batista. Reigns showed unbelievable strength as he lifted Henry and Samoan Dropped him with ease. Rollins wasn't as lucky as he crashed and burned into the announcers table then suffered a huge Batista Bomb and appeared injured after the match.
- The Wyatt Family continued their feud with John Cena in the main event in a six man tag. Cena teamed up with The Usos but they came up short.

Quick Match Results:
- WWE U.S. Title: Sheamus (c) def. Dean Ambrose by pin.
- Cesaro and Bad News Barrett def. RVD and Big E by pin.
- Rusev def. Kofi Kingston by submission.
- Fandango and Layla def. Santino and Emma by pin.
- Roman Reigns def. Mark Henry by pin.
- Los Matodores def. 3MB by pin.
- Batista def. Seth Rollins by countout.
- The Wyatt Family def. The Usos and John Cena by pin.

WWE News and Rumors:
- AJ Lee was advertised to return for the upcoming WWE European Tour but now she has been taken off the advertisements.
- Possible rumor going around is Sheamus might be taking Batista's spot in Evolution when Batista takes time off.
- Speaking of Sheamus, rumor going around was that he and Sin Cara were involved in a backstage fight this week, where Sin Cara beat up Sheamus. Sheamus responded on Twitter stating that he didn't remember fighting and that was just the way they hug things out. So if it didn't happen, but that's how you hug things out? Then it must have happened? Sounds like someone is embarrassed that a little fella got the best of them.
- WWE will be releasing a new DVD/Blu-Ray in the coming weeks. Greatest Wrestling Factions will be the title. The DVD/Blu-Ray will cover some of the best factions in wrestling history. Some of the factions included are: D-X, The Four Horsemen, nWo, The Freebirds, Nation of Domination, The Heenan Family, Evolution and others.
- All you CM Punk fans, rumor has it that one of Punk's close friends has gone on the record stating Punk is officially retired. Again no official word from Punk himself.

That'll wrap things up for this edition of Wrestling Lockup with Brandon. I'll return Tuesday for the RAW recap and more WWE News. Till then tap or snap.

Wrestling Lockup with Brandon, 5.9.14: TNA IMPACT

What's up everyone, it's time for another TNA Impact recap edition of Wrestling Lockup with Brandon. There was a lot of action and highlights from last nights show. We found out the main event of TNA Slammiversary and more feuds within the company continued.

Highlights of Impact:
- TNA World Champion, Eric Young, announces he wants to be a fighting champion so he challenges anyone to a title match. Bobby Roode throws out their history together and asks for one more shot even though he lost to Young last week. Young accepts with a handshake but it'll be Roode's last shot if he loses. MVP calls off the match and tells Young to take the night off and enjoy the title and he will have him a new opponent he's never faced lined up at Slammiversary. Roode pissed about his match being called off ends up brawling with MVP. MVP has Roode escorted from the building and finally announces Eric Young's Slammiversary opponent as none other then MVP himself as he suckerpunches Young and beats him down.

- Bully Ray's attempt at revenge on Dixie Carter continued as he drove around Nashville looking for Dixie to put through a table. Bully Ray takes over Dixie's office at TNA headquarters and makes it his own, after Dixie sneaks out. Rockstar Spud tries to make Bully leave, but it wasn't happening. Bully eventually power bombs Spud through a table and gets Dixie's home address out of Spud's phone. Looks like Bully may be making a house call next week.

- The Beautiful People battled Madison Rayne and Brittany in an "Evening Gown Match". More BP high jinks of flashing the referee and perfume spraying in the eyes to secure the win.

- Magnus' new friend, Graham, that appeared last week talked to MVP and got an iron clad contract. Graham interferes in Magnus' match with Willow. Graham handcuffs Willow and beats him down with a spare turnbuckle bolt.

- Kurt Angle appeared to blow his knee out in his match against Ethan Carter III. The referee threw up the X that signals real injury in wrestling. Angle refused forfeiting but got his knee clipped more by Carter who took the win. Angle is told he'll have to have surgery by the TNA medical staff.

- The debut of Knux's misfit faction called Menagerie. Knux faced Kazarian in his first match.

- The Wolves put the TNA Tag Titles on the line against The Bromans in a "Ladder Match". Very good match, probably the best match The Bromans have ever had in their careers.

- Mr. Anderson and James Storm face off next week.

Quick Match Results:
- "Evening Gown Match": The Beautiful People def. Madison Rayne and Brittnay by pin.
- Ethan Carter III def. Kurt Angle by pin.
- TNA Tag Titles, "Ladder Match": The Wolves (c) def. The Bromans by retrieving the titles.
- Knux def. Kazarian by pin
- Willow def. Magnus by DQ

TNA News and Rumors:
- TNA Knockouts, Taryn Terrell and Brooke Tessmacher, were both in Orlando, FL taking part in photo shoots for TNA this week. Rumor is they will be returning to TV soon. Taryn Terrell was at one time the official knockouts division referee and had just gotten into wrestling in matches till her personal leave of absence in July of 2013 due to pregnancy. Miss Tessmacher is a former TNA Knockouts Tag Team Champion, a two time TNA Knockouts Champion and was voted Knockout of the Year in 2012. Tessmacher was last seen in December of 2013 as a member of Aces and Eights.
- Bully Ray, Magnus, Samoa Joe, James Storm, Bobby Roode, Mr. Anderson and Eric Young are all being advertised for next year’s TNA Maximum Impact 7 tour of the United Kingdom.
- One name that didn't make the list for the tour was Kurt Angle. Angle's contract will be expiring in the fall of this year and rumor is Angle will either be GFW or WWE bound. Angle has stated that he would love to help be one of the building pieces in making GFW a household name. Angle has also stated that he guarantees he'll retire in WWE. Only time will tell what Angle chooses.

And that's a wrap my friends. Join me again next Friday for another TNA Impact recap as we move closer to TNA Slammiversary. Until then, tap or snap.

Wrestling Lockup with Brandon, 5.3.14: WWE Smackdown

Welcome back to another Saturday Smackdown recap of Wrestling Lockup with Brandon. Last night's Smackdown served as the last Smackdown before WWE Extreme Rules which takes place this Sunday May, 4th. Smackdown took place this week in Kansas City, Missouri. The main event of the show was announced on Main Event on WWE Network. Dean Ambrose would be defending his WWE United States Championship in a "Fatal Four Way Match" against Ryback, Curtis Axel and Alberto Del Rio. What's weird is this match was originally advertised as a 3 on 1 Handicap Match. Not sure if this was an error to begin with by WWE or if they just had no clue how to script it, causing the match stipulation change. Final buildup to the pay per view was mostly what last night's show was about. Nothing big really took place, just final matches before the big show Sunday for the wrestlers competing at Extreme Rules. Let's get the recap started shall we?!

Highlights of Smackdown:
- WWE World Heavyweight Champion, Daniel Bryan, cut one last promo on Kane, his opponent at Extreme Rules. Bryan says he'll make Kane pay for putting his hands on his wife, Brie Bella and take him straight to hell personally. Kane interrupts with fire pyro and cuts a promo on Bryan on the TitanTron. Kane says he likes hell and will give Bryan the tour when they get there together. #devilsfavoritedemon #yesmovement
- The Wyatt Family were victorious in their match, Bray Wyatt looks ahead to meet John Cena at Extreme Rules in the Steel Cage. #followthebuzzards
- Big E squared off with Titus O'Neil, as he prepped for his IC Title defense Sunday against Bad News Barrett.
- RVD, Cesaro and Jack Swagger continued their feud that will take place at Extreme Rules.
- Alexander Rusev continued his mission to destroy R-Truth and Xavier Woods.
- A contract signing took place for the first ever "WEE-L-C Match" between Hornswoggle and El Torito. The match will kick off the WWE Extreme Rules pre-show at 7:30pm. I'm assuming this will me a midget wrestlers version of a "T-L-C Match" involving tables, ladders and chairs? Guess we'll have to tune in on the pre-show and find out.
- Dean Ambrose successfully defended his WWE United States Championship in the fatal four way main event. The Shield sent a final warning to Evolution as they triple powerbombed Ryback to close the show. #houndsofjustice

Quick Match Results:
- The Wyatt Family def. Sheamus and The Usos by pin.
- Rob Van Dam def. Jack Swagger by pin.
- Alexander Rusev def. R-Truth by DQ. Xavier Woods interferes in the match.
- Dolph Ziggler def. Damien Sandow by pin.
- Big E def. Titus O'Neil by DQ.
- WWE U.S. Title "Fatal Four Way Match": Dean Ambrose (c) def. Ryback, Curtis Axel and Alberto Del Rio by pin.

WWE News and Rumors:
- The following have been announced for the WWE Network coming soon this year: WWE Tribute to the Troops 2014, The Monday Night War, WWE Total Divas. WWE Rivalries, WCW Clash of the Champions, WWE Saturday Morning Slam, Rock n' Wrestling (tentative), WWE Saturday Night's Main Event and WCW Nitro
- WWE Network is now available on XBox One video game and entertainment system.
- WWE officially announced the releases of the following: Mason Ryan, Oliver Grey, Danny Burch, and Shaul Guerrero.
- Rumor going around is that WWE may be interested in signing Japanese star, KENTA. KENTA has shown interest in the past of inking a deal with WWE.
- Bill Goldberg has stated that he may be interested in wrestling at Wrestlemania 31 for a one time deal. He has been in talks with Triple H and still on good terms with WWE. Goldberg who will be 48 by the time Wrestlemania season rolls around again, is still in great condition and works out everyday. #whosnext
- WWE is currently working on and will be releasing a new Batista DVD/Blu-Ray. #theanimal
- If you are a subscriber to DirecTV or Dish Network then as Bad News Barrett would say.....I'm afraid I have some BAD NEWS! DirecTV and Dish Network will not be showing WWE Extreme Rules this Sunday due to them claiming unfairness that WWE is showing their pay per views on their network. All about the money in simpler terms.

WWE Extreme Rules Card:
- WWE World Heavyweight Championship: Daniel Bryan (c) vs Kane.
- WWE Intercontinental Championship: Big E (c) vs Bad News Barrett.
- WWE Divas Championship: Paige (c) VS Tamina Snuka.
- "Six Man Tag Match": Evolution vs The Shield.
- "Steel Cage Match": John Cena vs Bray Wyatt.
- "Triple Threat Match": Cesaro vs Jack Swagger vs RVD.
- "Handicap Match": Alexander Rusev vs R-Truth and Xavior Woods.
- "WEE-L-C Match": Hornswoggle vs El Torito.

And that is a wrap my friends, I will be back for a special Monday edition as I recap WWE Extreme Rules. Till then tap or snap.

Wrestling Lockup With Brandon,4.29.14: WWE Raw

What's up gang?! Welcome back to another edition of Wrestling Lockup with Brandon. It's RAW Review Tuesday and what a RAW it was last night. Last night's RAW was the WWE Extreme Rules "go-home" edition and it took place in St. Louis, Missouri, "The Viper" Randy Orton's hometown. Let's get things started, shall we?!

Highlights of RAW:

- Daniel Bryan returned this week in a neck brace after his brutal attack from Kane last Monday. Stephanie McMahon publicly apologizes to Bryan after his vicious attack from Kane last Monday. Bryan says Steph is full of crap and that she's a liar. Steph gives Bryan's wife Brie Bella a WWE Divas Title Match trying to buy forgiveness. The match ends in a no-contest as Kane pops up through the ring, tries to grab Brie and drag her under. Bryan hits Kane with a monkey wrench however Kane gets back up and choke slams Bryan. The segment ends with WWE officials helping Bryan as Brie escapes another Kane attempted kidnapping and joins her husband. #devilsfavoritedemon #yesmovement

- The finals of the #1 Contender to the WWE Intercontinental Title took place with RVD facing Bad News Barrett. Barrett advanced to Extreme Rules to face Big E. for the IC Title after RVD was distracted by Cesaro who came to the ring to fight with Jack Swagger who also came out. RVD, Cesaro and Swagger all brawled with each other after the match.

- John Cena stands inside a steel cage and asks the WWE Universe why they voted a 3 on 1 Handicap Match last week and why do they side with Bray Wyatt after everything Cena has done for the WWE Universe. The fans rained down boos and "You Suck" chants. Cena is interrupted by a choir of kids surrounding the ring with sheep masks on and The Wyatt Family singing "Whole World In His Hands" Bray Wyatt rocks in his chair and laughs hysterically to close out the segment. Very creepy segment.
#followthebuzzards

- The Usos defended the WWE Tag Team Titles against Curtis Axel and Ryback. Jey Uso hurts his leg diving over the top rope early in the match but fought through the pain.

- Hugh Jackman......yes actor Hugh "Wolverine" Jackman appeared to sell his new X-Men movie in a segment with Dolph Ziggler and Damien Sandow who was dressed as Magneto. Filler comedy skit.

- Adam Rose debuts next week.

- Ric Flair returned making Evolution a whole four again. Flair however turned his back on Evolution and let it be known he'd be supporting The Shield. Roman Reigns battled Randy Orton in the main event. The match ends in a no-contest as a brawl between the two factions breaks out. Evolution gains the upper hand and viciously attacks The Shield. The Shield fight back and chase Evolution from the ring to close the show.

Quick Match Results:
- WWE Tag Team Titles: The Usos (c) def. Curtis Axel and Ryback by pin to retain the tag team titles.
- Sheamus def. Titus O'Neil by pin.
- Cesaro def. Jack Swagger by pin.
- Alberto Del Rio def. Cody Rhodes by submission.
- Alexander Rusev def. Xavier Woods by DQ.
- 3MB def. Los Matadores by pin.
- WWE Divas Title: Paige (c) vs Brie Bella went to a no-contest.
- IC Title #1 Contender Finals: Bad News Barrett def. RVD by pin.
- Roman Reigns vs Randy Orton went to a no-contest.

WWE News and Rumors:

- Sources are saying that the USA Network is looking to keep WWE on board for RAW programming regardless of what other networks offer them. A recent Ad Age article stated that the WWE have profited over $1 billion dollars in the past two years for the USA Network. My only gripe is, push more talent in the 3 hour time slot or go back to 2 hours please.

- The hottest free agent in wrestling, CM Punk, was spotted last week at a Chicago Blackhawks playoff game with his real life girlfriend AJ Lee. Still unknown if Punk will ever return to the wrestling scene or if he's officially retired.

- Dean Ambrose is now the longest reigning WWE United States Champion under the WWE banner, clocking in at 344 days, as of April 28th. He'll actually defend that title for once (which he doesn't do often if ever) this Friday on Smackdown in a 3 on 1 Handicap Match.

- WWE has signed Leyvonna Zakari, an actress and model from California to a developmental deal with the company. She reported this week to the Performance Center in Orlando, Florida. I've always hated this idea of WWE hiring non-experienced women wrestlers. 75% of them end up becoming horrible wrestlers, just my opinion.

And that's a wrap! I'll return with more WWE News and Rumors Saturday as I review WWE Smackdown. Until then tap or snap.

Wrestling Lockup With Brandon, 4.28.14: TNA Sacrifice 2014

Welcome everyone to a pay per view only special edition of Wrestling Lockup with Brandon.

Last night TNA held their 9th Annual Sacrifice pay per view, live at The Impact Zone in Orlando, Florida. Newly crowned TNA World Champion "EY" Eric Young defended his title in the main event against former champion, Magnus. We saw the return of Kurt Angle in tag team action, teaming with Jeff Hardy's alter ego, Willow. Current and former Beautiful People members met with the TNA Knockouts Title on the line. All that and many other highlights. So lets get down to business and get this review started, shall we?!

- "Handicap Match" for the TNA Tag Team Titles: DJ Z and The Bro Mans (c) vs The Wolves. Before the match begins it's announced that MVP has made this match a "No DQ Match". This new stipulation almost costs The Wolves early as DJ Z uses laptops on The Wolves giving the Bro Mans the advantage. The match closes out with The Wolves hitting double running foot stomps and scoring the pinfall.
WINNERS: New TNA Tag Team Champions, The Wolves.

- "Committed Match": Mr. Anderson vs Samuel Shaw. Shaw does his best to avoid Anderson as the bell sounded. Shaw spends a lot of time being distracted by Christy Hemme and gives chase to her after choking Anderson out with his trademark choke hold. Anderson comes to and the brawl with Shaw goes all over the arena and out to the backstage area where the padded van is parked. The match closes out with Hemme low blowing Shaw and Anderson "Mic Checking" Shaw into the van for the victory.
WINNER: Mr. Anderson

- Kurt Angle and Willow vs ECIII and Rockstar Spud. Typical tag match, nothing special. ECIII tried to avoid Angle through most of the beginning. Willow and Angle hit a "Twist of Fate" "Angle Slam" "Swanton Bomb" trifecta to close out the match for the pin.
WINNERS: Angle and Willow

- TNA X-Division Title: Sanada (c) vs Tigre Uno. Good X-Division bout in match 3 of 3 between Sanada and Uno with the series tied at 1. Sanada hits his trademark moonsault for the pin to close out the match.
WINNER: Still TNA X-Division Champion, Sanada

- "I Quit Match": Gunner vs James Storm. Very intense hardcore match with a nice supply of weapons. Kendo sticks, ring steps, trash cans, trash can lids, chairs, stop signs. Storm at one point busted Gunner wide open after connecting with his beer bottle to the head. The match ends with Gunner superplexing Storm onto a guardrail set up on top of two chairs then rakes a piece of glass from the broken beer bottle across Storm's forehead until Storm announces that he quits.
WINNER: Gunner

- TNA Knockouts Title: Madison Rayne (c) vs. Angelina Love. Typical women's wrestling match between the former and current Beautiful People members. Rayne has Love pinned however Velvet Sky distracts the referee. As Rayne tries to get the referees attention back into the match, Rayne gets sprayed in the eyes by Sky allowing Love to grab the roll up pinfall.
WINNER: New TNA Knockouts Champion, Angelina Love

- "Tables Match": Bully Ray vs. Bobby Roode. Decent brawl and like any other table match, Ray and Roode set them up but fail to put each other through them. Ray puts Roode through a table for what should have been the victory however the referee was knocked out. Ray climbed to the top rope and attempted to put Roode through another table. A fan jumped onto the apron dressed in a hat and beard disguise and pushes Ray off the top rope and crashing through the tables set up on the floor. The referee sees Ray fall through the tables, calls the match and announces Roode the winner. The desguised fan revealed themselves to be Dixie Carter. Carter smiles at a broken Bully Ray and tells him to never double cross her ever again.
WINNER: Bobby Roode

- TNA World Title: Eric Young (c) vs Magnus. Young showed off his never give up attitude against the powerful Magnus. Young even though he was the champ he was clearly the underdog in the match. Young proved all the doubters wrong as he hit Magnus with the second of two piledrivers then dropped an elbow "ala Macho Man" from the top rope on Magnus to score the pin and retain the title.
WINNER: Still TNA World Champion, Eric Young

And that closes out the 9th Annual Sacrifice PPV. I'll be back Friday afternoon with more TNA News and TNA Impact results. Until then tap or snap.

Wrestling Lockup With Brandon, 4.26.14: WWE Smackdown

Three words........HOUNDS OF JUSTICE!

Welcome to another edition of Wrestling Lockup with Brandon. I will be reviewing WWE Smackdown and let me tell you it was quite a show. The Shield owned the whole show as they just delivered their brand of justice on the whole Smackdown roster, sending a serious message to their Extreme Rules opponents, Evolution.

Highlights of the show:
- The Shield!! Guess you could call this episode of Smackdown: The Shield Edition. At the beginning of the show it was announced that The Shield would be placed in an 11 on 3 main event match later in the evening, The Shield had other plans however. Kicking their night of justice off, The Shield attacked Jack Swagger in the ring and triple powerbombed the self proclaimed "All American". Later in the evening The Shield dismantled all three members of 3MB backstage, leaving the band broken. RAW GM Brad Maddox was the next one on the list as The Shield attacked Maddox in his office. Fandango probably suffered the worst of the attacks as The Shield jumped him, dragged him on the stage then proceeded to powerbomb him off the stage and through tables set up down below. The Shield then went on to close out the night by destroying Ryback, Alberto Del Rio, Titus O' Neil and Damien Sandow in the main event. Bad News Barrett was the only superstar of the 11 to escape unharmed. #believeintheshield #houndsofjustice

- More Wyatt Family mind games on John Cena as Bray Wyatt lowered a steel cage from the rafters and spoke what he felt was the truth and told what he felt were the lies that John Cena spoke of to the WWE Universe. Another sing along to "Whole World In His Hands" while sitting on the cage closed out the segment. #followthebuzzards

- Rhodes Family Feud? Twice this week Cody and Goldust have cost each other tag matches. There could be a turn coming soon I'm thinking. I know Goldust hinted at wanting a storyline with his brother for the past few years. WWE may be finally green lighting the idea.

- A debate over Cesaro's allegiance with Paul Heyman was held. A Zeb Colter and Paul Heyman argument over stealing Cesaro from Colter broke out. On a side note, Cesaro is one of my favorite wrestlers at the moment, I'm hoping they don't drop the ball with this "Heyman Guy" storyline.

Quick Results:
- Cesaro def. Jack Swagger by pin
- Tamina Snuka def. Natalya by pin
- Curtis Axel def. Jey Uso by pin
- Luke Harper and Erick Rowan def. Goldust and Cody Rhodes by pin
- Santino Marella and Emma vs Fandango and Layla went to a no contest
- The Shield won their handicap match by pin, destroying all who were left of their original 11 opponents.

WWE News and Rumors:
- War Games returning? Inside sources have stated that WWE have been kicking around the idea of an Evolution vs The Shield "War Games Match" to take place at WWE Battleground. The idea for WarGames has come up many times in the past before so I'll believe it when I see it.
- NXT stars Bo Dallas and Sami Zayn worked dark matches this week, testing the crowd reaction before the jump to the main roster.
- WWE Divas Champion Paige has been stripped of her NXT Women's Championship due to making the full time roster jump to RAW. Paige defeated AJ Lee three weeks ago to win the WWE Divas Title.
- Sources are saying that Ric Flair will be making his return to TV this Monday on RAW. More then likely being involved with the Evolution/Shield storyline. Ric Flair served as a manager/wrestler in Evolution in the past.
- NXT has announced their next pay per view special. Thursday May 29th, NXT Takeover will air on the WWE Network at 8:00pm. After WWE had huge success with NXT ArRivaL in February, WWE is hoping to score big with NXT's second pay per view. Two matches have been confirmed so far:
- NXT World Title: Adrian Neville (c) vs Tyson Kidd
- NXT Women's Title: Charlotte Flair vs Natalya. Winner will be crowned new women's champion.
- #1 Contenders Match: Sami Zayn vs Tyler Breeze is also being rumored for the ppv but not made official yet.

That is all for this edition, I'll be back with more WWE News Tuesday with the RAW review. Until then tap or snap.

Wrestling Lockup With Brandon, 4.25.14: TNA Impact

Welcome to another edition of Wrestling Lockup with Brandon!

This edition I'll be reviewing TNA Impact and all TNA News going on within the company. Also be sure to check out TNA Sacrifice this Sunday, April 27th live on pay per view.

Highlights of the show:
- Magnus fires Abyss for not helping him retain his title against EY two weeks ago. Abyss says he's returning to the monster that destroys lives and he's starting with Magnus. MVP interrupts and reminds Abyss he's not under contract with TNA but will offer him his spot back if he can beat Magnus in a match in the main event.

- Madison Rayne continued her feud with her former Beautiful People sisters, Angelina Love and Velvet Sky. Love and Sky went old school as they beat down Rayne then placed the paper bag for ugly people over Rayne's head. Gail Kim made the save to set up the tag match for the evening.

- Kurt Angle wrestled his first match back, after returning last week. Ethan Carter III attacks Angle after the match and Jeff "Willow" Hardy makes the save.

- Roode and Storm teamed up in a Beer Money reunion.
- MVP and Austin Aries face off after Aries demanded more air time last week.
- Mr. Anderson visits Samuel Shaws home where a brawl between the two breaks out.

Quick Match Results:
- Kurt Angle def. Rockstar Spud by submission
- Bobby Lashley def. Kenny King by countout
- MVP def. Austin Aries by pin
- Beer Money def. Bully Ray and Gunner by pin.
- The Beautiful People def. Madison Rayne and Gail Kim by pin
- Abyss def. Magnus by DQ

This Sunday's Sacrifice Card:
- TNA World Title Match: Eric Young (c) vs Magnus
- TNA Knockouts Title Match: Madison Rayne (c) vs. Angelina Love.
- TNA X-Division Match: Senada vs. Tigre Uno. Match 3 in best of 3 series.
- Tables Match - Bully Ray vs. Bobby Roode
- Committed Match - Samuel Shaw vs. Mr. Anderson.
- I Quit Match - Gunner vs. James Storm

I will be posting all the TNA Sacrifice results on a special Monday edition of Wrestling Lockup, so be sure to check that out!

TNA News and Rumors:
- Chris Sabin's contract with TNA officially expires in a few short weeks. Sabin has made it unknown if he is resigning.
- Christopher Daniels has officially left TNA as his contract is expired. Daniels made it official by announcing his free agency on his Twitter page.
- TNA officially announced they have signed a new contract with United Talent Agency which will deal with their tv shows. United Talent Agency is a premier global talent and literary agency representing many of the world's most widely-known figures in every current and emerging area of entertainment, including motion pictures, television, digital media, video games, books, music, theatre and live entertainment.

And that's a wrap. Again check out my special Monday edition as I will review TNA Sacrifice. Until next time, tap or snap!

Wrestling Lockup With Brandon, 4.22.14: WWE Raw

Welcome everyone to another edition of Wrestling Lockup with Brandon.

Hope everyone had a safe and happy Easter on Sunday. Me personally? I had a great Easter however, I would prefer not to see another piece of chocolate for the next month please! Let's get down to business shall we? This edition I'll be bringing you the RAW review from Monday's show this week. A lot of storyline buildup this week as we move closer to WWE Extreme Rules live on Sunday May 4th.

Important highlights of the show:
- Daniel Bryan returned from his honeymoon with Brie Bella only to be visciously attacked by Kane. Kane tombstoned Bryan three times, once on the floor, once on the ring steps and once more on the announcers table. Stephanie McMahon announced Daniel Bryan vs Kane at Extreme Rules for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship with a smile on her face as Bryan was taken out on a stretcher.

- The tournament to crown a number one contender to Big E's Intercontinental Championship continued as Bad News Barrett faced Sheamus and RVD faced Cesaro in the semi-finals. Barrett picked up the win on Sheamus by pin with the "bull hammer" and RVD picked up the win by countout on Cesaro after Jack Swagger got involved. Swagger and Cesaro fought each other after the match, possibly setting them up for a match at Extreme Rules. The finals will be RVD vs Bad News Barrett next week on RAW.

- The Shield's feud with Evolution heated up as both teams had a face to face in the ring over who was the most dominant faction in the WWE. Evolution seemed very confident for their match with The Shield at Extreme Rules. The Shield predicted that Triple H would do what's best for the WWE and didn't really care what happens to Evolution.

- Bray Wyatt continued to play mind games with John Cena by again accusing Cena of being a liar to the WWE Universe and Wyatt was taking his fans one by one each week as his own "followers". Cena faced off with The Wyatts in a handicap match in the main event. The match ended in a no contest after The Wyatts 3 on 1 attacked Cena. Bray hit "Sister Abigail" on Cena and sang "He's got the whole world in his hands" with the WWE Universe to close out RAW.

Quick Match Results:
- Barrett def. Sheamus by pin
- Los Matadores def. 3MB by pin
- The Usos def. The Rhodes Brothers by pin
- Emma def. Layla by pin
- RVD def. Cesaro by countout
- Paige def. Aksana by submission
- Rusev def. Sin Cara by submission
- Handicap Match: Cena vs The Wyatts went to a no contest

- On a final note this edition, be sure to check out "Warrior Week" on WWE Network. "Warrior Week" is a very well put together four part series on the life of The Ultimate Warrior. You'll witness Warrior coming up in the business, some of Warrior's best matches and Warrior's final days in the company before his passing. A WWE camera crew was on hand and followed Warrior around during Wrestlemania Weekend, which you can catch in part three. Very emotional when you look at his view on life in his final days, almost as if he knew his time on earth was almost up. R.I.P Warrior.

Until next time, tap or snap.

Wrestling Lockup With Brandon, 4.19.14: TNA Impact & WWE Smackdown

What's up gang?! Welcome to another edition of Wrestling Lockup with Brandon. Today I'm going to share the TNA Impact results and the WWE Smackdown results.

Let's start things off with TNA Impact.
- Street Fight: Madison Rayne def. Velvet Sky.
- TNA Tag Team Titles: The Wolves def. Bro-Mans (c) via DQ (Bro-Mans retain as titles never change on DQ's).
- Handicap Match: Willow def. Rockstar Spud & EC3
- Best of 3 Series Match #2: Tigre Uno def. Sanada to tie the series 1-1.
- Open Invitational Tables Match: Bobby Roode def. Gunner
- TNA World Title Monsters Ball Match: Eric Young (c) def. Abyss to retain the title.
- MVP and Austin Aries had a back stage verbal altercation over Aries not being pushed anymore. MVP challenged Aries to a match next week.
- Kurt Angle returned to make the save for Jeff "Willow" Hardy. Cut a promo saying that he's back.

TNA News: James Storm, Gunner, Rockstar Spud and Robbie E. all accepted contract extentions.

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Moving on over to WWE Smackdown.
- Big E defeated Alberto Del Rio by DQ.
- Paige beat Aksana.
- El Torito beat Hornswoggle.
- Alexander Rusev beat R-Truth. Then destroyed Xavier Woods again after the match.
- Santino Marella (w/Emma) defeated Fandango (w/Layla).
- Batista defeated Sheamus.
- Triple H cut a promo to officially announce Evolution vs The Shield at Extreme Rules.
- Paul Heyman cut a promo reminding us that Brock Lesnar is the ONE in Undertaker's 21-1 Wrestlemania record.

WWE News: WWE will be releasing 3 new DVD/Blu Rays soon: The first being a Paul Heyman video, the second being a Sting video and the last being a Brothers of Destruction video.

That wraps up this edition of Wrestling Lockup with Brandon, until next time tap or snap.

Wrestling Lockup With Brandon, 4.17.14: Global Force Wrestling

Welcome everyone to another edition of Wrestling Lockup with Brandon. This edition I'm going to be talking about the new upstart company Global Force Wrestling. Now there is not much to go on but from what I've dug up it sounds like its going to be an interesting company. Let's keep an eye on this company and maybe one day they will be that #2 company to give WWE a fight in the ratings.

The mastermind behind Global Force Wrestling is former founder of TNA Wrestling, Jeff Jarrett and his wife Karen. Jeff Jarrett is a third generation wrestler and a multi time TNA and WCW World Champion. Jarrett had a huge part in TNA's success when it first started out as he filled a Triple H type role in the company, performing on TV and running the business off camera.

Just recently Jeff Jarrett and his wife Karen unveiled their latest creation and stated the following about their new brain child, Global Force Wrestling: "Because of new media, new technology and more ‘in-tune’ fans than we’ve ever had, wrestling is poised for another boom like it experienced in the mid-1980s and late 1990s. What we’re going to deliver is a multi-platform, innovative brand that will engage fans in ways they’ve never experienced. It will provide a fresh perspective inside the business that fans have been clamoring for".

So who is supplying money to help out the Jarrett's in their new adventure? Answer...Toby Keith...yes the same Toby Keith that is on the country music charts yearly with his patriotic and beer drinking songs. Toby is a huge wrestling fan and good friends with the Jarretts.

Next question, will it get TV time? Well a little bit of good news arrived this week as it was announced that Global Force Wrestling has a TV producer. 25/7 Productions and Dave Broome signed up to be the producers of all TV shows. Global Force Wrestling has no TV deal yet, however, rumor going around is Spike TV's contract with TNA expires this year and they loved doing business with Jeff Jarrett.

Lastly, who will we see in Global Force Wrestling? Though no one has officially signed on yet,  the Jarretts are looking at a sea of talent throughout the U.S., Mexico, Japan, free agents and even current WWE and TNA stars. One guy Jeff Jarrett stated that he would love to have as the face of his company when it kicks off is A.J. Styles. A.J. is currently wrestling for New Japan Wrestling and would be a great choice for a number one pick for Global.

I'll be keeping a close watch on this new company on the rise and keep you posted. Until next time tap or snap.




Wrestling Lockup With Brandon, 4.14.14: WWE Raw

Welcome everyone to the first edition of Wrestling Lockup with Brandon. I’ll be your source to everything going down in the wrestling scene, whether it’s WWE, TNA or GFW news. This week’s edition I’ll kick off with a review on this past Monday’s RAW Ultimate Warrior Tribute Show.

RAW began with a tribute to the passing of WWE Hall of Famer Ultimate Warrior, as every WWE superstar and Diva stood on the stage, all sporting some kind of Ultimate Warrior memorabilia. A video package was played on the TitanTron of The Warrior, showcasing his life. The arena went silent and respects were paid to The Warrior as the ring bell rang ten times. The segment closed out with WWE COO, Triple H, beginning a “Warrior” chant with the crowd as Warrior’s iconic theme music played out.

An eight man tournament to crown a new #1 contender for Big E’s Intercontinental Championship kicked off tonight with 8 of WWE’s top mid-carders competing. Mark Henry vs Cesaro, Rob Van Dam vs Alberto Del Rio, Sheamus vs Jack Swagger and Dolph Ziggler vs Bad News Barrett would kick off the first round action.

Rob Van Dam defeated Alberto Del Rio with the Five Star Frog Splash in the first match of the evening. Rob Van Dam is still the crowd favorite and Del Rio is stuck in mid-card status on the roster now it seems.

Michael Cole mentioned that WWE World Heavyweight Champion, Daniel Bryan, was not in attendance tonight. Bryan was enjoying his honeymoon with his new bride, Brie Bella. Lucky guy!

An Ultimate Warrior vs Honky Tonk Man video segment was played showcasing Warrior’s quick 39 second victory and first Intercontinental Championship win.

COO Triple H, met with Randy Orton and Batista in his office to try to get them all on the same page in their current feud build up with The Shield. Orton and Batista stated that all they both cared about was the WWE World Heavyweight Championship and that Triple H was on his own.

Curtis Axel and Ryback defeated The Rhodes Brothers in tag team action after Ryback countered Cody’s “Disaster Kick” with a mid air “Meat Hook” clothesline to score the pin. Possible future tag team title opponents for The Usos maybe? We’ll see.

A segment with former NXT World Champion Bo Dallas played as he wanted all of us to “Bo-Lieve”. Interesting to see how Dallas will fit into the main roster. They should definitely keep him in heel fashion to start out.

Newly crowned WWE Diva’s Champion, Paige defeated Alicia Fox by submission with the “Scorpion Cross Lock”. I’m a huge Paige fan, I’m hoping with Paige and Emma being used on the main roster now, we’ll be seeing an improved Diva’s Division soon. I’m really missing the Trish Stratus/Lita days of the division.

The Usos vs Randy Orton and Batista in a non-title match went to a No Contest. Before the match could even get going, The Shield arrived. Reigns, Ambrose and Rollins attacked Randy Orton and Batista. Reigns delivered a big “Superman Punch” to Batista before Orton and Batista retreated up the ramp. I’m actually excited about this feud and loving the face Shield currently.

Another Ultimate Warrior video segment was aired as we witnessed highlights of the Ultimate Warrior vs Hulk Hogan match at Wrestlemania 6 where Warrior defeated Hogan to capture the WWE World Title.

Cesaro defeated Mark Henry in match #2 of the #1 Contenders Intercontinental Title Tournament. Cesaro finished Henry off for the pinfall with “The Neutralizer”. Before the match Cesaro’s new manager Paul Heyman bragged some more about Brock Lesnar beating the streak at Wrestlemania 30. Paul Heyman is definitely one of the top three managers in wrestling history and can anger a crowd beautifully.

We next see a segment with COO Triple H and the Mrs., Stephanie McMahon telling RAW G.M. Brad Maddox (He’s still around? Why?) to tell The Shield that they will be in the main event tonight in a 6-Man Tag.

Alexander Rusev destroyed Xavier Woods in under a minute, making Woods tap to the “Camel Clutch”. R-Truth then got a beat down from the Big Bulgarian Nightmare after the match. If pushed right I could see Rusev being the WWE’s version of Samoa Joe but let’s not hold our breath on that.

Ultimate Warrior tribute video #3 was shown as we witnessed The Ultimate Warrior defeat “Ravishing” Rick Rude in a “Steel Cage Match”.

Sheamus defeated Jack Swagger in match #3 of the #1 Contenders Intercontinental Title Tournament. Swagger tried working on Sheamus’ leg during the match, even locking on the “Patriot Lock” at one point. Sheamus delivered the “Brogue Kick” for the three count.

A video for new NXT rookie Adam Rose and his Exotic Express played.

Next segment saw Damien Sandow in the ring stating that he is the most deserving man in the WWE. Big Show interrupted Sandow to his disliking. Sandow continued demanding respect and stating that the WWE Universe should be begging to touch and see him. This went on until Big Show heard enough and knocked out Sandow with the “Big Show Punch”.

Next segment built up the ongoing feud between John Cena and Bray Wyatt. Bray cut another creepy promo claiming to be a mentor to us all and not a liar like John Cena. Cena used pictures of the Wyatt Family on the TitanTron as a comedy act for his rebuttal before challenging Bray Wyatt to a “Steel Cage Match” at Extreme Rules. Wyatt accepted the challenge by singing “He’s got the whole world in his hands”.

The new dancing couple Fandango and Layla defeated Santino and Emma in close to a minute. Basic buildup to Fandango and Layla being together now.

The next segment saw Stephanie McMahon giving Kane his evaluation on his performance as the Director of Operations. Stephanie called Kane weak and pathetic and wondered what happened to the devil’s favorite demon. Kane tossed a chair, grabbed his old mask that was on display inside a glass case and promised to send Daniel Bryan to the “Depths of Hell”. Masked Kane coming soon possibly?

More Bo Dallas and Adam Rose segments played.

Bad News Barrett defeated Dolph Ziggler in the last of the #1 Contender Tournament matches for the Intercontinental Championship. Barrett hit the “Bull Hammer” on Ziggler for the three count.

Main Event Time saw The Shield go 11 on 3 against Alberto Del Rio, Jack Swagger, Fandango, 3MB, Titus O’Neil, Ryback, Curtis Axel, Alexander Rusev and Bad News Barrett. This match if you could call it that was basically a beat down on The Shield as right when they had offense they were soon ganged up on, ending the match in a no contest. After The Shield was laid to waste, Motorhead’s “Line in the Sand” began to play as Triple H, Randy Orton and Batista stood together on the ramp obviously reforming their past faction Evolution. Evolution entered the ring after Triple H ordered everyone else out and viscously attacked The Shield. Reigns, Ambrose and Rollins all received finishing moves from Evolution. RAW closed out with Triple H, Orton and Batista celebrating together in the ring over the fallen Shield members.

That concludes the first edition of Wrestling Lockup with Brandon till next time...

VIDEO: WWE's Ultimate Warrior Tribute

R.I.P Ultimate Warrior

Wrestling icon The Ultimate Warrior has died. James Hellwig was recently inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame. He was 54.
WWE.com's Report On Warrior's Passing

Ultimate Warrior's Last Appearance, WWE Raw April 7, 2014
Ultimate Warrior's Wrestlemania 6 Promo