WWE: Way It Should've Gone 6.0 (lol)

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MAY 29 2018 ~ TUESDAY NIGHT SMACKDOWN!

SmackDown kicks off with Dean Ambrose, as promised earlier on social media, awaiting the arrival of WWE Champion Triple H. Ambrose continues to wait when WWE Universal Champion Christian comes instead. Christian says he's tight with Triple H, and he'll be here later this evening, but he wanted to address that he is the main event this Sunday at No Mercy. Kurt Angle then comes out and keeps a distance, saying he wants to rip Christian's head off for the antics last night on Raw. Christian says he made things interesting. Angle says so is he, making tonight's main event Christian going one-on-one with Dean Ambrose. Christian isn't a fan but as he tries protesting, Ambrose turns him around and hits a quick Dirty Deeds on the champ.

After commercial, The Revival head out and confirm they're taking on Depths of Despair this Sunday to regain their WWE Tag Team Championships and become 3-time champs, holding up a 3 when they usually hold up a 2.

The Revival vs. The Vaudevillians
Dawson and Wilder are going after Aiden and Simon this match and show they're determined with a quick win after a Shatter Machine to Aiden.

After the match, The Revival go to send a message with a second Shatter Machine to Simon, but before they can hit, the Depths of Despair music sounds. Akam and Rezar make their way to the ring, as The Revival are ready and in position to go to war, but as soon as DoD enters the ring, Dawson and Wilder skip town. Dawson reminds them they'll wait til Sunday.

A video is shown from earlier this afternoon where Sheamus is pumping the iron and Cesaro walks up to spot him. Sheamus ignores the spot and sets the weight down himself before sitting up. Cesaro asks if Sheamus has anyone to take him up on the No Mercy challenge, and once Sheamus says no, Cesaro smirks and says he does now. Cesaro wishes the best man win before walking away.

Cesaro vs. The Miz
Showing off before Sunday's match with Sheamus joining Phillips and Graves at commentary, Cesaro is displaying his power but The Miz is outsmarting him. Sheamus says he can pick at a few holes of Cesaro technique-wise but it's Cesaro using a Very European Uppercut, followed with a Neutralizer, that gives him the win.

Renee Young asks Dean Ambrose if he believes Christian that Triple H will be here this evening. Ambrose says he can't trust Christian further than he can throw him, but he wants Triple H watching closely what he does tonight, because if he doesn't forfeit his title by no-showing, then he's in for a treat this Sunday.

Jeff Hardy vs. Tyler Breeze
Now in his singles phase, Jeff Hardy was struggling with stamina throughout the match as Breeze began to show what he could do. Breeze then misses a Beauty Shot that Jeff Hardy ducks and he goes on a comeback run. Jeff Hardy throws his shirt off for the Swanton Bomb when Tye Dillinger runs down and pushes Jeff off and into the barricade as the official calls for the bell.

The beatdown continues and Dillinger throws Jeff inside the ring, holding him up for a Superkick followed by the Tye Breaker. Dillinger demands a mic and tells Jeff he isn't too good on his own. The crowd erupts as Raw's Matt Hardy jumps the barricade and runs Dillinger and Breeze off before he can get to them. Matt grabs the mic that Dillinger dropped saying he knew they'd be up to no good and says The Hardy Boyz will not go out like they did last week with a Draft. Matt says he'll be at No Mercy on Sunday and challenges Dillinger and Breeze to a tag team match! Dillinger and Breeze look at each other before accepting the challenge.

Bray Wyatt airs a vignette with Erick Rowan, reminiscing on Braun Strowman and Luke Harper leaving the nest. Bray says it's down to just he and Erick Rowan. Bray says there's a reason he's let Strowman and Harper walk free, because they were grown and matured enough. Bray says he's created a monster in Strowman and Harper, before looking at Rowan and looking back at the camera. Bray whispers, "Just think of what I can create next," before the screen goes to black.

Michael Bennett comes to the ring with Maria in his Silver Medal. Maria says her husband was lastly picked for jealous reasons, but Maria claims that Kurt Angle as a Gold Medalist knows how valuable Bennett is to the roster. Maria then claims Bennett needs some more hardware, and is looking at the Intercontinental Championship. Daniel Bryan interrupts them and Bryan tells Bennett that things aren't handed out here, things are earned. Bryan says he earned everything he's ever had to get, and then some, but he was never handed anything... like that silver medal. Bennett's triggered and demands he meet Bryan in a match right now!

Daniel Bryan vs. Michael Bennett w/Maria
Bryan schools Bennett this match and finishes him rather quickly, trapping him in the Yes Lock that forces the self-proclaimed Silver Medalist to tap.

Before Daniel Bryan can catch a breath, Intercontinental Champion Neville heads to the ring. Neville welcomes Bryan to his show. Neville reminds Bryan he won this title back at WrestleMania 31 but has never held it since, and offers Bryan a chance. Bryan laughs as Neville challenges him to a match this Sunday. Bryan gets a mic and asks why choose him of all people. Neville says this reign will be historic, and he wants to say he beat Daniel Bryan before his neck gives out again. Bryan shakes his head and says this is a mistake... for Neville, as he accepts. Neville smiles before going for a cheap shot, but Bryan catches it and throws a punch himself, a few actually. Bryan then begins to deliver kicks, kicking the champ down to a knee, and he swings for the head before Neville rolls out of dodge. Neville strangely laughs, saying he'll see Bryan this Sunday.

Kurt Angle gets the voicemail of WWE Champion Triple H, reminding "The Game" if he doesn't show up tonight on SmackDown, he will have no choice but to strip Triple H of the title. Angle reminds Triple H he has til the end of the night, and the clock is ticking.

Sasha Banks comes to the ring and reminds everyone of why she's here, and that is to become the Matrons Champion for a second time. Banks says the relationship with Blanchard doesn't matter, because it's Boss Time. Tessa Blanchard responds by joining Corey Graves and Tom Phillips on commentary. We then see the other five competitors come to the ring for the #1 contender's 6-Pack Challenge next.

Bayley vs. Charlotte vs. Naomi vs. Nikki Cross vs. Peyton Royce vs. Sasha Banks in a 6-Pack Challenge
All six are vying to stake their claim as the top woman on SmackDown, while Blanchard comments. Blanchard admits she's impressed with Naomi's athleticism, saying she's one of the more underrated stars on the roster. Charlotte goes on a roll before Sasha Banks stops Charlotte in her tracks and locks in the Banks Statement. Charlotte is unwilling to tap when Peyton Royce goes to break up the pin before Nikki Cross hits a cross bulldog from the top rope! Nikki makes the cover before Banks and Charlotte realize in enough time, and Cross stills one!

After the match, Nikki Cross is quick out of dodge as Sasha Banks and Charlotte stay on the mat, shocked to not get to the cover in time as Tessa Blanchard can't help but chuckle, pretty confident she'll retain this Sunday at No Mercy against her new challenger.

Phillips and Graves thank Tessa Blanchard for her time, before diving into the card for Sunday's No Mercy, along with thier picks:
Tessa Blanchard defends the Matrons Championship against Nikki Cross: both pick Blanchard
The Hardy Boyz reunite one last time to face Tye Dillinger and Tyler Breeze: both pick The Hardy Boyz
Cesaro accepts the Celtic Warrior's challenge to face Sheamus: Phillips for Cesaro, Graves for Sheamus
Neville defends the Intercontinental Title against Daniel Bryan: Phillips for Bryan, Graves for Neville
The Revival have their title rematch against Depths of Despair: Phillips for The Revival, Graves for D.o.D.
Christian defends the Universal Title against Raw's Nakamura: both pick Christian
And if he shows, Triple H defends the WWE Championship against Dean Ambrose: Phillips for Ambrose, Graves for Triple H

Now up next is the main event and Dean Ambrose heads out for his match against Christian, with still no sight of Triple H.

Christian vs. Dean Ambrose in a non-title match
Christian tried grounding and outsmarting Ambrose, but Ambrose caught flurries and was relentless to show out, especially when Christian spit on Ambrose. This ticked the Lunatic Fringe off and he went off on Christian before hitting Dirty Deeds and pinning the Universal Champion!

Dean Ambrose's music hits as he pops up after a win over Christian and his celebration is cut short by Kurt Angle's music...

SmackDown's GM Kurt Angle heads to the ring and he's talking to Ambrose, who isn't too happy about the decision. Kurt Angle gets on the mic and says Triple H had til the end of the night to appear on SmackDown and confirm he's defending the title against Dean Ambrose at No Mercy. Angle says he hasn't seen the WWE Champion and will not have the world champion be inactive. Therefore, he has no other choice bu- BANG! Triple H decks Ambrose from behind with a forearm to the neck. Triple H pounds on Ambrose continuously pinned to the mat before throwing his shirt off and continuing on. Triple H throws Ambrose shoulder-first into the ring post, and again on the opposite side before hitting a Spinebuster. Triple H poses once more before picking his challenger up and hitting the Pedigree in the middle of the ring, all while Angle is trying to hold the Cerebral Assassin back. Triple H rips the mic out of Angle's hands and tells Angle he's here, and he'll see Ambrose this Sunday. Triple H throws the mic down, accepting the match, and his music plays him out.

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NXT Updates (Wednesday):

After his statement last week, Andrade "Cien" Almas beat Brilee Fox. After the match, his associate Zelina Vega made it verbal that if Andrade's actions weren't clear, he's coming for Pete Dunne's NXT Championship.

After their confrontation last week Dinastia, Rich Swann, and Noam Dar battled it out in a fast-paced match that got the crowd to its feet several times and it ended with a Dynasty Driver by Dinastia on Dar.

Josh "The Goods" Woods and "Filthy" Tom Lawlor battle the Street Profits in a rematch from a couple weeks ago, and the tandem of Ford and Dawkins was enough to put Woods away with a Spinebuster and Frog Splash combo, evening the score at 1 a piece.

NXT Women's Champion Kairi Sane beats Lakyn Machisma pretty easily, but afterwards, The Clink surround the champion and lay her out with the 3-on-1 beatdown as Baker, Belair, and Deville make their presence known in an even bigger way than last week.

In the main event of NXT, it's a war between Nick Aldis and Tommaso Ciampa, which Aldis barely survives with the MDD.


CWC Updates (Thursday):

The Elite 8 begins this week, exclusively on the WWE Network with 30-minute time limits.

Sammy Guevara vs. Ace Austin
- Going to the 28 minute mark, Ace Austin hits The Fold on Guevara and pins him after potentially Match of the Tournament.

Kota Ibushi vs. Trey Miguel
- In a massive upset, Ibushi's Golden Bomb is countered by a Yoshi Tonic and Miguel quickly follows up with a Meteora to sit on top of Ibushi and hook the leg to advance in the tournament, knocking out one of the favorites since the Round of 64.

The Elite 8 concludes next Thursday night at 7 p.m. which include these 30-minute time limit contests:
Marty Scurll vs. Lio Rush
Dragon Azteca Jr. vs. Will Ospreay

Who will join Ace Austin and Trey Miguel in the Final Four? Find out next week.

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WWE is currently in their inaugural Cruiserweight Classic to determine a Cruiserweight Champion, hosting 64 of the hottest cruiserweight talents in the world. And the rumor is to build an entire division for WWE to use moving forward. It's unclear whether it will be on Raw, SmackDown, or NXT. With that said, WWE are already securing contracts with talents in hopes to use them either for their cruiserweight division or their developmental program.

Via social media and various sources, we have confirmed 12 different names from the tournament have signed on with WWE.

Now, we know Sammy Guevara has signed a deal with WWE, but it appears Kota Ibushi has not. Apparently, this went into the decision to have Ibushi lose to Trey Miguel as Ibushi looks prime to return to Japan.

More is expected to sign with WWE as the tournament concludes. It appears the company is waiting to sign, or at least announce, deals until they are finished in the Cruiserweight Classic.

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With the news of several free agent signings, along with the new signings from the Cruiserweight Classic tournament, it's to no surprise WWE is making room, announcing these future endeavors effective this Friday afternoon.

Billie Kay
Blake
Kalisto
Kassius Ohno
Tomko

And from NXT...
Abyss
Brooklyn Taurus
JW Richards
Levi Payne

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KICKOFF SHOW - 

It's announced that the WWE Championship match between champion Triple H and challenger Dean Ambrose will be a No Holds Barred contest now, per Triple H's pull in the corporate office.

Charlotte vs. Sasha Banks
After their showdown in the 6-Pack Challenge on Friday, two of the top women wrestlers went head-to-head on the kickoff show to settle the score and it's Charlotte using Natural Selection to defeat Sasha.

JUNE 3 2018 ~ NO MERCY (presented by SMACKDOWN!)

No Mercy opens with Tom Phillips and Corey Graves welcoming the crowd and running down the card, headlined by the No Holds Barred match with Dean Ambrose and Triple H for the WWE Championship. Phillips and Graves advertise the Hardy Boyz final match being next, but Christian's music hits. WWE Universal Champion heads to the ring and takes offense that he is not the main event tonight, therefore, he's demanding he open the show. Christian protests in the ring before Kurt Angle heads out. Angle demands Christian to leave the ring before Shinsuke Nakamura's music hits. The crowd pops as the Raw superstar heads to the ring ready for action and we're starting with this match!

Christian(c) vs. Shinsuke Nakamura for the WWE Universal Championship
Nakamura gives Christian a run for his money, and despite being from Raw, Nakamura has the crowd behind him until Christian tries to use his Universal Title to hit Nakamura with it and cause a DQ, but the official pries the belt from the champion and takes it over to the side. Behind the ref's back, Christian kicks Nakamura below the belt and hits the Killswitch to hook the leg and steal the victory.

Christian rolls out of the ring and snags the WWE Universal Championship from the timekeepers area as the official checks on Shinsuke Nakamura as Christian keeps both world titles with SmackDown.

Tye Dillinger and Tyler Breeze are interviewed by gorilla and say they can't wait to end this fairytale for The Hardy Boyz in their one last ride, saying they won't be a footnote in their story. Dillinger and Breeze make their entrance, and before they're about to go for their final match together, Matt and Jeff Hardy embrace each other for a moment backstage before coming up to a massive pop.

The Hardy Boyz vs. Tye Dillinger & Tyler Breeze
Raw's Matt Hardy had clearance to team with his brother Jeff for one last match and the Hardy Boyz are getting their usual moves for a cheap pop, while Dillinger and Breeze are trying to be cohesive enough to spoil the last match. However, experience trumps and things break down for Dillinger and Breeze while the Hardy Boyz gear up. Matt hits a Twist of Fate on Dillinger and Jeff Hardy goes up for a Swanton Bomb, but Breeze hits a Superkick on Matt before hopping up on the top rope and battling Jeff, but Jeff pushes Breeze off and on top of Dillinger. Hardy balances himself and hits a Swanton Bomb on two victims! Jeff pins the legal man Dillinger and secures a win.

As their music plays one last time together, Matt rolls in the ring and embraces Jeff Hardy and the crowd give a standing ovation for the last time we'll see The Hardy Boyz for some time, if ever.

The Revival backstage acknowledge the Hardy Boyz and their swan song, but say their departure has been long overdue and it's time for the future. The Revival says the future looks like the only team with the throwback to true tag team wrestling. They claim they've had the division on lock since last year and are about to regain their titles and become 3-time WWE Tag Team Champions tonight.

Cesaro vs. Sheamus
It's Cesaro answering the call for Sheamus and this match hit hard. Wearing the two down, they claimed "Fight Forever" chants from the crowd and it appears Cesaro has it when he goes for the Swing, followed by a Sharpshooter, but Sheamus won't let Cesaro lock it in. Once they get up, they brawl a little longer before Cesaro goes for an Uppercut and a Neutralizer, but Sheamus pushes Cesaro away and gets up for the Brogue Kick and he blocks it, followed by a Very European Uppercut and finally hitting the Neutralizer for Cesaro to pin the Celtic Warrior.

Cesaro relaxes in the ring for a moment after a hard battle before exiting the ring, leaving Sheamus frustrated on the mat, just as in bad shape.

Renee Young catches up with Matt and Jeff Hardy as the Hardy Boyz one last time. They wish each other luck, hyping them up, and Matt says Jeff is going to be a future WWE or Universal Champion. Jeff says he'd say the same, except SmackDown has both titles, so he should go for the United States title. After they embrace with a hug, Matt heads off. Renee asks Jeff Hardy what's next, and he shrugs, knowing he'll need to keep an eye out on the rest of the matches tonight.

Tessa Blanchard(c) vs. Nikki Cross for the Matrons Championship
Tessa reminds people in a quicker match, around 6 minutes, that she is the best by using Magnum to retain her championship.

Raw General Manager JBL is walking out with Shinsuke Nakamura and Matt Hardy who made the trip to No Mercy when Kurt Angle stops them. JBL tells Nakamura and Hardy to go ahead as he talks to Angle. JBL sarcastically says he hopes Angle's happy having both the WWE and Universal Champion on SmackDown. Angle just smirks and JBL tells Angle with no matter how many world champions, Raw has the superior roster and in 3 months time, Angle will be unemployed again. Angle just points him on his way toward the exit as JBL storms off.

Depths of Despair(c) vs. The Revival for the WWE Tag Team Championships
In arguably one of the best tag team matches of the year, there were plenty of near falls including a Shatter Machine on Rezar but it's the Depths of Despair with a Super Collider that ends the match and they retain their titles.

Corey Graves points out The Revival poked holes in the Depths of Despair tonight, showing they are beatable, but at the end of the day they're still unstoppable.

In a split-screen, Triple H and Dean Ambrose are shown preparing for their main event tonight. The champion Triple H is taping his wrists up and Ambrose is shaking out any extra energy he has getting psyched up for tonight.

Neville(c) vs. Daniel Bryan for the Intercontinental Championship
Following the previous match up, they went all out on a wrestling clinic. Neville viciously targeted the neck area throughout the match, garnering boos from the crowd. Neville's reign was in jeopardy when he missed a Black Arrow attempt and Bryan countered with the Yes Lock. Neville panics and nearly taps, but has enough awareness to swing his leg behind him and scoot back to get his foot hooked on the ropes. Bryan tries to go for the Knee-Plus but Neville throws him into the corner instead and kicks Bryan hard with a side heel kick before pulling Bryan to the center and locking in the Rings of Saturn. The damage throughout the match took its toll and Bryan had no choice but to tap out.

The crowd can't believe Daniel Bryan tapped out, but he had no choice, as he lives to fight another day but Neville remains Intercontinental Champion.

Tom Phillips and JBL remind everyone the next time SmackDown will be on PPV is the Great American Bash next month in Houston, Texas. Confirmed for Tuesday's SmackDown is Bayley against Peyton Royce while Sami Zayn goes one-on-one with The Miz. But up next is the main event, a No Holds Barred for the title.

Triple H(c) vs. Dean Ambrose for the WWE Championship in a No Holds Barred Match
Dean Ambrose started this match crazed for the title while going for anything he could find to hit Triple H with, and as he comes back with a lead pipe, Triple H had peeled off the mat from the floor and hit a back-body drop as Ambrose smacks the floor. Triple H turns the tide from here and wears down Ambrose, showing him how a No Holds Barred match is done, and even splits Ambrose open with throwing him head-first into the ring post. Triple H continues the beatdown and tore the top part of the steps off and goes for a Pedigree, but Ambrose counters into Dirty Deeds! Ambrose goes for the cover there, but it's not Falls Count Anywhere. Several moments pass and Triple H finds a reprieve and gets the Sledgehammer in the ring, but he can't use it when Ambrose smacks him in the gut with a steel chair and in the back. Ambrose goes for Dirty Deeds on the chair, but Triple H counters and hits a Spinebuster on the chair, only garnering two. Moments pass and Dean Ambrose decides to introduce a table. Ambrose sets it up in the corner before he turns around and Triple H picks Ambrose up and rams him through the table. Triple H grabs the Sledgehammer again and smacks Ambrose with it, leading to Ambrose falling through the ring and to the floor. Triple H goes to the outside and picks Ambrose up before Ambrose snaps and hits the Dirty Deeds on the same floor he was dropped on earlier in the match. Ambrose goes and finds a black bag, rolls in the ring, and lays thumbtacks by the corner. Ambrose goes outside to get Triple H, pushes him up on the apron and Ambrose tries suplexing Triple H from the apron to the tacks, but Triple H pushes Ambrose off into the tacks himself!

As the match draws towards a close, Triple H decides he's done. Triple H brings the lower part of the steps in the ring and brings Ambrose up for a Pedigree, but Ambrose counters and hits a Dirty Deeds! Triple H falls lifelessly next to the steps and a bloody Ambrose makes the cover.

Dean Ambrose has done it! The Lunatic Fringe is the new WWE Champion! The crowd goes crazy for Ambrose as he wins the WWE Championship for the first time in his career. Ambrose gets up and celebrates with the title and tacks in his back. Ambrose gets out and hugs some fans before jumping back in the ring and standing on the same steps Triple H met his demise. Ambrose holds the WWE Championship high in the air before he takes a knee on those steps to catch his breath when he's hit in the back of the head... with the Money in the Bank briefcase! It's Kevin Owens from Raw! Owens doesn't waste any time before picking Ambrose up and hitting a Pop-up Powerbomb on the bottom part of those steps. Ambrose's back hits hard and Owens looks at the ref and gives him the briefcase to ring the bell... we have a match.

Dean Ambrose(c) vs. Kevin Owens for the WWE Championship
It's official, Kevin Owens has cashed in the briefcase and as soon as the bell rings, Owens covers Ambrose and... AMBROSE KICKS OUT! The crowd goes nuts as Ambrose still has life. Owens then picks Ambrose up and as the official scoots the steps away, Owens hits a Package Piledriver on Ambrose before mocking the crowd, and picking Ambrose up for a second Pop-up Powerbomb. Owens makes the cover and that's all she wrote.

Tom Phillips damns Kevin Owens as the Raw superstar has cashed in the briefcase and takes the WWE Championship from SmackDown. Raw General Manager JBL heads down applauding as Kevin Owens is handed the title and shoves it in the faces of the fans in the arena and watching at home. JBL hugs Kevin Owens, though a little blood from Ambrose is smeared on the new champion, and they celebrate as JBL's plan has worked. Raw has a world champion and his name is Kevin Owens, while Ambrose's first ever reign as WWE Champion is gone as quick as it started.

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Monday Night Raw will kick off with Carlito's Cabana hosting the brand new WWE Champion Kevin Owens, who successfully cashed in his Money in the Bank briefcase at the SmackDown exclusive event No Mercy.

Check out the first ever Carlito's Cabana back in 2005.

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JUNE 4 2018 ~ MONDAY NIGHT RAW

Carlito's Cabana starts Raw tonight and before he can introduce the new WWE Champion, the General Manager interrupts. JBL tells Carlito he'll introduce him, and introduces Kevin Owens as the "Savior of Monday Night Raw" and the "true face of Raw" and the champion comes out in his typical attire. Owens makes a comment he tried the suit on, and it just didn't work for him. Carlito begins to ask Kevin Owens a question, when Owens grabs the mic from Carlito and tells him to sit down. Owens demands he get applause for his heroic efforts last night, bashing Ambrose's head in, and saving Monday Night Raw. Owens gets booed while JBL says Owens did something Shinsuke Nakamura couldn't, and therefore, Nakamura is not the face of Raw, and on top of that, will not be on Raw for the foreseeable future. The fans continue to boo when Carlito grabs a third mic and tells them to quit, it's his show, and the fans are already tired of hearing Owens. Carlito gets a pop he hasn't heard in a while, and Carlito says Kevin's acts weren't heroic, they were cowardly, attacking a man from behind after a No Holds Barred match. JBL tells Carlito to shut his mouth and he also needs to applaud Owens because without him, Carlito would have to settle for the United States Championship. Carlito asks why JBL is out there, and JBL responds by making an announcement. JBL says Extreme Rules is three weeks away and he made calls last week to secure a devastating structure: the Elimination Chamber. Kevin's eyes get wide, and JBL tells Owens not to worry. This match will be for the privilege to face Kevin Owens for the WWE Championship. Owens breathes a sigh of relief and Carlito calls him out for being scared. Owens refutes it, and after thinking about it, Carlito asks Owens what he'll be doing that night. JBL chimes in and says Owens will compete in a standard one-on-one match that evening. Carlito brings up he's never held the WWE Championship. The crowd pops and Owens and JBL immediately say no and say this is over, leaving the ring. JBL calls for people to clear the ring, and Carlito asks if Owens would be a coward just like last night. Owens looks back and tells JBL to make a match tonight: Kevin Owens versus Carlito. JBL accepts Kevin's request and makes it official for tonight.

Coming back from the commercial break, Michael Cole and Paul Heyman receive a set of qualifying matches for the Elimination Chamber match. Baron Corbin versus Bobby Lashley, Cody Rhodes versus Dolph Ziggler, and Emperor Roman Reigns versus Matt Hardy are all on tap for tonight. But up next, Murphy heads out for the chance to qualify.

Murphy vs. Randy Orton in an Elimination Chamber Qualifier
Murphy has a big test in his way to the Elimination Chamber match, and after an impressive showing, it only took an RKO Outta Nowhere to put Murphy down for the count and have Orton be the first person to qualify for this Elimination Chamber match at Extreme Rules.

Charly Caruso asks Rubi Riot about Becky Lynch's title opportunity tonight after Paige passed her by, and Riot says she's hurt by it, but not surprised. Paige is on the run, but the Anti-Diva can't run forever.

Emperor Roman Reigns vs. Matt Hardy in an Elimination Chamber Qualifier
24 hours after teaming as the Hardy Boyz for the final time, Matt wrestled The Emperor and it was a rough outing. Reigns had rest and looked like a million bucks, beating Hardy down easily and qualifying for the Elimination Chamber with a Spear.

Finn Balor marches into JBL's office and mentions Murphy getting an Elimination Chamber qualifying match, but he pinned Murphy last week, so he just is wondering where his contest is. JBL says Balor should've gotten the memo, because he does have a match... against Luke Harper. JBL wishes Balor luck, because just by the size difference, he'll need it.

Santana & Ortiz w/Alberto Del Rio vs. The Usos
In a first time ever contest, they stole the show. The four were absolutely insane and Del Rio's eyes widened at moments. The Usos went for a Double Uce Splash as they look to secure the win, but Del Rio has his first involvement in the match by hopping on the apron and Jimmy Uso clotheslines Del Rio off it and both fall to the floor. Jey, distracted by this, gets hit by Santana, and gets Ortiz up for them to hit Street Sweeper and pin Jey before Jimmy can get back to break it up.

After the match, Alberto Del Rio gets in the ring and grabs a mic. Del Rio finally names their team as "The Aristocrat Cartel." The three men signal for the titles, calling out The New Day.

Cody Rhodes is asked by Charly Caruso about his qualifier tonight, and Cody mentions he's always wanted to become WWE Champion to make his father proud. Cody laughs that the person standing in his way is the one who he's went to hell fighting against, Kevin Owens. Cody says if he has to get through the Elimination Chamber to get to Kevin Owens to kick his ass one more time, AND win the WWE Championship, he'll do it. Cody's interrupted by Dolph Ziggler, who says he shouldn't be overlooked. Ziggler says he's climbed the mountain top before, as a former World Heavyweight Champion who cashed in Money in the Bank. Ziggler says it'll be him tonight winning and moving on to Extreme Rules.

Advertised by Michael Cole and Paul Heyman, still to come: Cody Rhodes versus Dolph Ziggler in a qualifier, Baron Corbin versus Bobby Lashley in a qualifier, a Women's Championship match between Paige and Becky Lynch, along with the newly crowned WWE Champion Kevin Owens facing Carlito in the main event. But up next, Finn Balor tries to qualify against Luke Harper.

Finn Balor vs. Luke Harper in an Elimination Chamber Qualifier
Harper struggles to keep up with Balor and looks a little sluggish compared to the former Intercontinental Champion, resulting in Balor hitting the slingblade, corner dropkick, and Coup de Grace sequence to earn a spot in the qualifier in under 6 minutes.

A voice is heard, saying he's been on a search for over a year. A search for himself, a search for friends, a search for family, and a search for infinite power. Viktor appears from the shadows, the first time on a WWE screen since April 2017. Viktor says on this search, he's found a hidden treasure and he can't wait to share it with the world.

Coming to the ring is Becky Lynch for her Women's Championship opportunity, but she's attacked from behind by a lead pipe to the back of the head. Rubi Riot's opened Lynch up! Riot then takes the pipe to the knee after already busting the back of Becky's head open and officials rush to pull Rubi Riot away while doctors immediately tend to Lynch. Riot shouts to the camera for Paige to "give her what she wants" and she's just waiting on the champion going into a commercial.

After the commercial, Michael Cole and Paul Heyman recap on what just happened. They say Becky Lynch is being tended to backstage at this time and will keep the audience updated.

Baron Corbin vs. Bobby Lashley in an Elimination Chamber Qualifier
Corbin, one of the fastest rising stars, has a contest against the reigning United States Champion who claims he's still the face of Raw. Corbin and Lashley battle until Lashley attempts a Spear and Corbin raises his boot that catches Lashley in the face, and Corbin hits a Deep-Six followed by an End of Days that secures him a spot in the Elimination Chamber.

An update on Becky Lynch, she will be transported to a local hospital for stitches following the attack by Rubi Riot.

Cody Rhodes vs. Dolph Ziggler in an Elimination Chamber Qualifier
Rhodes and Ziggler battle for a title that's eluded them their entire WWE careers, the WWE Championship. After a couple near-falls following Cross Rhodes, but Ziggler gets his foot on the rope, and a Zig-Zag that Rhodes kicks out of 2.9... it's Cody trying for a Disaster Kick and Ziggler counters with the Zig-Zag! Dolph goes for the cover but Cody rolls out of the ring. Ziggler chases Rhodes down and throws him back in before pulling Cody up for another Zig-Zag, when Cody counters with a Disaster Kick and follows up with Cross Rhodes to win the match and a spot in the Elimination Chamber!

As Paul Heyman and Michael Cole recap the night's qualifying matches, they notice one spot is left unfulfilled. They speculate on who could fill this potential spot, and it perhaps will be known next week. The New Day will be at Raw and two veterans of the ring face off, Nikki Bella against Mickie James.

Carlito heads to the ring and is set for action when JBL comes out and regrets to inform Carlito and the WWE Universe that Kevin Owens had an emergency and left the arena, therefore will not be showing up tonight. JBL wishes the fans a safe drive back, when Carlito is infuriated but he's blindsided with a kick to the back of the head. It's Rusev! Being led by Lana, Rusev steps on Carlito's back and locks in The Accolade. The official gets Rusev off Carlito, who holds his back, and JBL has the bright idea to replace the WWE Champion with Rusev.

Carlito vs. Rusev w/Lana
With a main event we never thought we would see, Carlito was trying to hold his own against Rusev, but Rusev's pre-match attack was a lot for Carlito to overcome. Rusev then went for The Accolade once more, stepping on Carlito's back, and straddles Carlito's body. Carlito slides out the back, and as Rusev looks around, he stands up and gets hit with a Backstabber! Carlito quickly hooks the leg and Rusev kicks out, but not in time! 

Carlito's music hits as he rolls out of the ring excited for himself, picking up a big win for momentum. Carlito goes over to the timekeeper area for a microphone. Carlito sends a message to Kevin Owens that he is challenging Owens to a 1-on-1 match next week on Raw! This challenge is how we end tonight's episode.

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JUNE 5 2018 ~ TUESDAY NIGHT SMACKDOWN!

SmackDown begins showing pictures of Sunday's No Mercy event, one that finished with Raw's Kevin Owens taking the WWE Championship from a newly crowned Dean Ambrose and the blue brand. Ambrose begins tonight's show by reflecting on his entire career, one that went from the independent scene, to FCW, to The Shield, to being the first ever WWE Universal Champion, and taken as SmackDown's first pick and expected to carry the flag. Ambrose says winning the WWE Championship for the first time was a climatic moment to come to a screeching halt, and after Kevin Owens screwed him, he wants that feeling back. Christian interrupts and the reigning WWE Universal Champion laughs at Ambrose losing the title as quickly as he got it, while he reigns and is still the WWE Universal Champion. Ambrose reminds Christian who won in their 1-on-1 match last week and as he was the first ever one to hold that title, he wants to do it again, challenging Christian to a title match tonight! The crowd pops and Christian denies, saying the word around the locker room is Ambrose isn't cleared to compete after Sunday, pointing to the patch on Ambrose's forehead. Christian waves Ambrose bye and says it'll have to be another time before Ambrose pulls Christian back in and goes for Dirty Deeds, but Christian finesses his way out of it and out the ring! Christian forgot his title as Ambrose picks it up and raises it to a pop from the crowd, sending a message that Ambrose is in the title hunt.

Headed into the commercial, Phillips and Graves remind the audience of the matches announced on Sunday, Bayley versus Peyton Royce as well as Sami Zayn versus The Miz. But up next, Jeff Hardy faces the self-proclaimed "Silver Medalist" Michael Bennett.

Jeff Hardy vs. Michael Bennett w/Maria
Bennett is humbled fairly quickly by Jeff Hardy, looking to resume his singles career after The Hardy Boyz had their final match at No Mercy and Hardy wins with a Twist of Fate followed up by a Swanton Bomb.

After the match, Jeff Hardy gets the microphone and says he was asked what his next move would be in this stage of his career. Hardy says there's a man on his mind, and it's Neville. Hardy has won the Intercontinental Championship five times and says he knows what it takes to be the Intercontinental Champion, and so he challenges Neville for the title with hopes of winning the title a sixth time.

In Kurt Angle's office, Cesaro pops in. Angle congratulates Cesaro on his win over Sheamus this past Sunday and Cesaro says he won't waste much of his time. Cesaro says if Ambrose isn't cleared to compete tonight, he wants Christian tonight. Angle's eyes widen and says he's got the match!

Sami Zayn vs. The Miz
Zayn and The Miz out to prove themselves in this new regime of SmackDown, but it's Zayn missing a Helluva Kick as Miz moves out of the way and uses Zayn caught in the ropes to wrap his hands behind his neck, pull him away and hit a Skull Crushing Finale for a clean win over Sami.

Peyton Royce is stretching for her match tonight against Bayley when her opponent comes by. Royce gets in a fighting stance before Bayley tells Royce to relax. Bayley says them two are overlooked, so she encourages Royce to put on a show tonight. Bayley gives an uncomfortable Royce a hug and departs.

Dana Brooke vs. Naomi
Tom Phillips makes the case of overlooked in the women's division, Dana Brooke and Naomi fit the bill as well. However, moments in their match, Charlotte attacked both and ended the match in a no contest.

Charlotte laid out both women, including hitting Natural Selection on Dana Brooke and locking in the Figure 8 on Naomi. As a couple officials came out to help break the hold, Charlotte got up with a sly grin. Charlotte demands a microphone and she goes on to say this is a message to one person, and they know who they are, before she drops the mic and walks to the back.

Bray Wyatt airs another vignette with Erick Rowan at an abandoned cabin in the woods. Wyatt shines a light in the cabin as cockroaches appear and Rowan is instructed to stomp on them and he drops an elbow at one point in the pile of cockroaches. Rowan drops one by one victims into a fishing bowl like container. Wyatt explains he's creating a monster capable of exterminating WWE of everything detestable.

Depths of Despair vs. The Vaudevillians in a non-title match
This tag team match goes rather quickly as the reigning WWE Tag Team Champions end things with a Super Collider.

Kurt Angle is in his office when Jason Jordan comes by, asking the reason for his summoning. Angle tells Jordan that he drafted both he and Gable because he believes in them, but while Chad Gable is away right now, he wants Jordan to focus on himself. Angle says he sees a lot of himself in Jordan and wants him to reach his potential, meaning he'll put Jordan in a match next week against former world champion Daniel Bryan. Jordan says he appreciates that and won't let him down.

Bayley vs. Peyton Royce
Bayley and Royce battle for nearly 15 minutes and after proving themselves viable competitors on SmackDown, Bayley catches Royce with a Bayley-to-Belly and wins the match.

After the match, Bayley awaits for Peyton Royce to get up and she shakes Royce's hand in the ring followed by a hug showing their appreciation for one another.

Intercontinental Champion Neville takes the screen and answers Jeff Hardy's challenge from earlier tonight. He calls Hardy ignorant and past his time, saying this is his first reign and he won't let go anytime soon, but he's open to passing Hardy out to the Rings of Saturn next week. Neville accepts!

Advertised for next week is the Intercontinental Championship match just made official, along with Jason Jordan fighting Daniel Bryan. Also, Kurt Angle announces that if Dean Ambrose is cleared for competition, he'll challenge Christian for the WWE Universal Championship next week!

Christian vs. Cesaro in a non-title match
Christian gets beat red by Cesaro this match, coming off a big win over Sheamus this Sunday, and Cesaro is staking his claim for the title. Christian tries hitting the Killswitch but gets a snap-suplex instead and Cesaro gains steam before he has Christian in the Neutralizer and Christian drops to a knee and low-blows Cesaro, causing the bell for a disqualification.

The fans boo and Christian rolls out quickly as Cesaro drops to the mat. Christian gets his title from the timekeepers area and heads up the ramp, avoiding disaster. As Christian backs up, the crowd pops as Dean Ambrose comes from behind and ready to pounce. Christian senses it as he turns around into a fist. Ambrose punches Christian down the ramp and into the ring where he's met by an uppercut by Cesaro, and he turns around into a Dirty Deeds by Ambrose, one he avoided earlier in the night. Ambrose's music hits as he hypes up the crowd and Cesaro continues catching his breath as SmackDown goes off the air. 

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NXT Updates (Wednesday):

Dijak and Dave Finley open the night and after a great match, Dijak hits Feast Your Eyes to win a solid opener.

Keith Lee hits a Spirit Bomb on Tucker Knight to win this match.

In a non-title match, Cedric Alexander and Moose defeat Jaxon Thielen and Logan Brigman with Moose hitting G2H on Brigman to win.

Chelsea Green beat a local talent but The Clink attacks Green after her victory. Britt Baker, Bianca Belair, and Sonya Deville are going to town before Ember Moon and NXT Women's Champion Kairi Sane rush the ring to battle. However, the two are beat down as well and The Clink stand tall over three of the top women in the division today.

Josh Woods and Tom Lawlor challenge the Street Profits for a match next week to even the score.

After Zelina Vega got him the main event tonight, Andrade "Cien" Almas defeats Rich Swann in the main event. After the match, NXT Champion Pete Dunne came to measure Almas up and he says no, but he turns his back and gets caught in an armbar submission by Andrade who won't let go of the NXT Champion. Adam Cole then runs in and superkicks Andrade in the head. Dunne rolls out and grabs his title as Cole looks at Dunne and Andrade as NXT goes off the air.


CWC Updates (Thursday):

The Elite 8 concludes exclusively on the WWE Network with 30-minute time limits.

Marty Scurll vs. Lio Rush
- Lio Rush was fast paced this match but Scurll's technician game ruled and Scurll uses a Crossface Chickenwing to choke Lio Rush out and the official calls it.

Dragon Azteca Jr. vs. Will Ospreay
- Azteca and Ospreay had several near falls but it's Ospreay hitting an Oscutter, followed with a Storm Breaker to put Azteca away and advance to the Final Four.

The Final Four will occur the next couple of weeks, mixed with prelim matches. Tune in next Thursday night at 7 p.m. which will include a 30-minute time limit Final Four matchup:
(Prelims)
Kushida vs. Mustafa Ali
Shane Strickland vs. TJ Perkins

(Final Four)
Marty Scurll vs. Trey Miguel

This Thursday, will Scurll or Miguel punch their ticket to the Cruiserweight Classic Finals?

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JUNE 11 2018 ~ MONDAY NIGHT RAW

Carlito begins tonight demanding a 1-v-1 match against WWE Champion Kevin Owens right now. JBL responds with saying the match is booked, but it's booked for the main event because Owens is the main event. However, JBL makes the announcement that it is a non-title match tonight. The fans boo, but JBL adds a stipulation if Carlito wants to bet on himself. JBL offers up a title match at Extreme Rules if he can beat Owens tonight. However, if he loses, Carlito leaves his boots in the ring. Carlito ponders and some fans are chanting no, but Carlito accepts. After he accepts, he's attacked from behind by Kevin Owens. Owens pounds him to the ground before throwing him to the outside and executing a Popup Powerbomb to the ring apron, leaving Carlito wincing in pain as he's tended to ahead of his big stakes match tonight.

Coming back form commercial, Michael Cole and Paul Heyman recap what just happened and Heyman calls Carlito an idiot for taking those odds, and he won't think twice about sending Carlito away tonight. But they hype up The New Day in action tonight, as well as the match up next between two people already qualified for the Elimination Chamber.

Emperor Roman Reigns vs. Finn Balor
Trying to gain momentum for the Elimination Chamber in two weeks, Balor and Reigns went head-to-head and it's Balor going for the Slingblade and a corner dropkick and connecting. Balor goes up for the Coup de Grace, but Reigns rolls out of the way. Balor runs back toward Reigns and catches a Superman Punch, followed by a Spear, and Reigns takes this win.

In regards to the final Elimination Chamber spot, Michael Cole confirms it will be two people signed to Raw deals that will compete for it after being free agents.

Mickie James vs. Nikki Bella
Two veterans go toe-to-toe and it's Mickie James that hits a Mick Kick after sliding off the back of a Rack Attack attempt to pin Nikki and get a big win.

Murphy stands by with Charly Caruso who asks what's next after his failure to qualify for the Elimination Chamber. Murphy says he understands after being in the ring with Randy Orton he needs to start small and work up to the main event picture. Murphy says that's why he's challenging Bobby Lashley for the United States Championship at Extreme Rules. Shelton Benjamin pops in and says he wants the title he never got pinned for and The Gold Standard wants his gold back. Murphy challenges Benjamin to settle it in the ring tonight, but Benjamin reminds Murphy he'll be put in his place again... "rook."

The New Day come to the ring and mention the Aristocrat Cartel, saying they have some unfinished business with them from their days on SmackDown. The New Day accept a challenge for Extreme Rules in a Chicago Street Fight! Dolph Ziggler comes to the ring and tells The New Day it's a mistake, and their reign will finally come to an end. Ziggler then gets ready for his singles match next.

Big E w/Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods vs. Dolph Ziggler
Facing someone he brought in the business, Ziggler's trying to prove himself and they're going back and forth. Once Ziggler gets out of a Big Ending and hits a Zig-Zag! Ziggler makes the cover but Big E barely gets the shoulder up. Ziggler asks what he has to do and the Aristocrat Cartel jump the barricade and attack Woods and Kingston on the outside. The official looks outside and tries sending the Aristocrat Cartel away but Ortiz pulls the official out and decks him.

There's no official call to the match, but it's out of hand as they jump inside the ring and continue the attack on Big E. Kofi and Woods get in and they're swallowed up as well. Del Rio gets a table and Woods gets put through with a Street Sweeper by Ortiz and Santana. The Aristocrat Cartel stand tall over the WWE Trios Champions, sending a message two weeks ahead of Extreme Rules.

Charly Caruso interviews Baron Corbin ahead of his match tonight against Randy Orton, and Corbin says his time is pending. Corbin says he differs from Orton. Corbin is his own person, while Orton's relied heavily on the likes of Evolution, Legacy, and The Authority to help him through his career. Corbin says in the Elimination Chamber, nobody will help Orton, just like nobody will help him tonight.

Murphy vs. Shelton Benjamin
Trying to earn the rights for an United States title shot, it's Murphy hitting Murphy's Law and pinning Benjamin in a big win!

After the contest, Murphy's music is interrupted by Bobby Lashley. The United States Champion comes to the stage and says he heard Murphy's words earlier tonight and he wanted to make one thing clear, the United States title isn't a step toward the WWE Championship. Lashley calls himself the face of Raw and the only champion that matters. Lashley says Benjamin was right, he needs to be put in his place, but Benjamin is incapable of doing it... but Lashley says he can. Lashley says he'll knock a few screws loose and issues an Ambulance Match for Extreme Rules. Murphy smirks and nods, knowing he just secured a title match.

Viktor appears again on screen, one week after his first appearance in over a year. Viktor says this hidden treasure he's found will shake the foundations of Monday Night Raw like an earthquake. Viktor says he possesses the power and the spirits to blaze his own trail. Viktor says he can't wait to share this hidden treasure with the world and when he does, the WWE Universe will understand exactly why he is the most powerful man in the world.

As the screen fades to black, it rises to show ELIAS in the ring! Elias Samson sits with his guitar with a spotlight on him and Elias confirms with the crowd he's signed a deal with Monday Night Raw as an undrafted free agent. Elias says he was the hottest free agent on the market and he's thankful to show his face to the WWE Universe once again. Elias says he'll make Kurt Angle regret not drafting or signing him, and tells Angle he can go to hell. Elias says he is qualifying for the Elimination Chamber tonight, and knowing who he'll face, he'll win both these matches. Elias goes to strum for a song about the ones already qualified when KANE's music hits! Kane walks out with a black towel draped over his head to Slow Chemical and he gets to the steps and he removes the black towel to reveal his mask. Kane is masked and ready for this qualifier.

Elias Samson vs. Kane in an Elimination Chamber Qualifier
Elias was caught off guard by a masked Kane also being signed to Raw and Elias tries to be proactive in getting the big man down, but the Big Red Machine still has it and finishes Elias off with a chokeslam to be the sixth and final man to qualify for the Elimination Chamber.

Following a commercial break, Rubi Riot is in the ring. Riot takes full credit with no remorse for the attack on Becky Lynch, stating Lynch is going to be out for some time. Rubi Riot says it's all for what she wants, and it's the WWE Women's Champion Paige. Rubi demands Paige come out, and after she doesn't, she heads to get a steel chair and sits in the ring. Rubi demands Paige until her music hits. Paige stands at the stage and says Rubi Riot won't be getting a title match. Rubi calls Paige a coward to not accept the match, but not even get in the ring and tell her to her face. Rubi says she's not a woman at all and she's just another diva. Paige collects herself for a moment and walks out on Rubi and Riot tries to work up the crowd before she takes the chair and goes to give it back to the timekeepers before knocking a ringside worker with a steel chair to the head! Rubi swings for another but they get out of dodge. Rubi laughs and throws the chair down and calls Paige "a timid *****" before leaving.

Charly Caruso asks Cody Rhodes about the sixth man to qualify for the Elimination Chamber, Kane. Cody says Kane is dangerous with a mask on and looks forward to the Elimination Chamber, but doesn't want to wait. Cody challenges Kane to a match next week on Raw!

Baron Corbin vs. Randy Orton
With another two people of the Elimination Chamber in two weeks, Corbin and Orton go at it in a slug fest that ends with Corbin going for an End of Days but Orton blocks it and tries for the RKO, but Corbin blocks it and hits a Deep-Six! Corbin gets ready for the End of Days next but Orton snaps and hits an RKO! Orton hooks the leg and puts down Corbin.

The Aristocrat Cartel are backstage and laugh at The New Day's challenge for Extreme Rules. Del Rio says Ortiz and Santana were raised on the streets, so a street fight is their wheelhouse and won't be anything new to them - but The New Day and their year-long reign as WWE Trios Champions are in trouble.

Paul Heyman agrees with the sentiments from the Aristocrat Cartel and says The New Day's reign has two more weeks left. Michael Cole recaps on the night that's been and what's to come next week, including Kane versus Cody Rhodes! Also with Paige turning down Rubi Riot's challenge, a #1 contender will be determined when Mickie James faces Asuka in what's to be a good match. But up next, Carlito puts his career on the line against WWE Champion Kevin Owens just for a chance to fight him in two weeks at Extreme Rules for the title that's eluded Carlito his entire career.

Carlito vs. Kevin Owens in a non-title match
Risking his career if he loses, Carlito gave it his all against Kevin Owens but the Popup Powerbomb from earlier has given Carlito's back issues the match and Owens has focused on them. Carlito had several near falls to his career being over, but has kicked out each time. Owens then set up for a Popup Powerbomb, but he takes too long gloating and Carlito counters into a hurricanrana with a pin and Owens barely kicks out. Owens gets up stunned and tries for a lariat, but Carlito ducks and hits a Backstabber! Carlito makes the cover quickly and pins the WWE Champion!

Carlito's music hits and the crowd is shocked! For one, Carlito's career continues on Monday Night Raw. Second, Carlito receives a WWE Championship match in two weeks at Extreme Rules! Carlito is on cloud 9 as he holds his back and Owens rolls out of the ring. Owens is upset and grabs his title before he leaves the arena after getting pinned his first match as WWE Champion and Raw goes off the air.