WWE: Way It Should've Gone 3.0

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American Alpha and R-Truth def. Curt Hawkins, Kaval, and The Miz
In an untelevised match before the show, it took Grand Amplitude to The Miz to win the match.

May 7 2017

The show began with showing winners of previous King of the Rings and then highlights from the King of the Ring tournament that's taken place the last couple of weeks, as they then spotlight on the remaining four as tonight we crown a new King of the Ring!

The first match on deck is SmackDown's semifinals featuring the WWE Universal Champion Seth Rollins and Dean Ambrose, in a rematch from WrestleMania 33. Rich Brennan and JBL show highlights of what brought them here tonight, with two questionable ways. One has benefited from outside distraction out of his control, and the other has deliberately cheated to advance.

Dean Ambrose def. Seth Rollins w/Ric Flair in the King of the Ring Semifinals
Ambrose tried hitting Dirty Deeds, but Flair got up on the apron, and Ambrose just pushed Rollins back into Flair, as Flair got bumped off the apron and Ambrose went for Dirty Deeds then and advanced!

As Dean Ambrose celebrated his victory, the commentary team of Michael Cole and Tyson Kidd transitioned to Raw's side of the bracket. They highlight a cleaner side of the bracket, with Roman Reigns and Samoa Joe advancing to this upcoming match.

Roman Reigns def. Samoa Joe in the King of the Ring Semifinals
Reigns had to hit two Superman Punches on Joe and then instinctively hit a Spear to put Samoa Joe down.

Roman Reigns has advanced and the Raw commentators bring up the fact Reigns and Ambrose were two-thirds of The Shield and former WWE Tag Team Champions, winning the titles about a year ago in May. They then segway into the WWE Tag Team Championships match up next, where The Usos have one shot at the titles now.

The Usos def. The Hardy Boyz(c) to win the WWE Tag Team Championships
Jeff Hardy hurt his ankle, but while the ref checked on the Charismatic Engima, Jey tossed the title to Jimmy as he clocked Matt Hardy in the skull before tossing it back and Jimmy pinned Matt.

While The Usos celebrated a cheap 5th championship reign on top, Jeff Hardy received help to the back as he couldn't place any weight on the ankle. Things are then turned over to SmackDown's Rich Brennan and JBL to speak of the handicap match to take place next.

Braun Strowman def. Erick Rowan and Luke Harper
When Harper saw where things were headed, he bailed on Rowan and Strowman had the Triangle Choke Hold on Rowan and had him pass out, yet Strowman wasn't happy.

Backstage, Renee Young interviewed Dean Ambrose about the King of the Ring tournament finals with Roman Reigns later tonight. Ambrose is excited about the opportunity and mentions Stone Cold Steve Austin winning King and coining the phrase Austin 3:16 that made Austin one of the all-time greats. Ambrose said he sees the same tonight because tonight is the beginning of the most important chapter in his career, as he becomes King of the Ring! Young sends it to the Raw commentary team, a weird sight, as they gear up for the Divas Championship match.

Charlotte(c) def. Paige in a Submission Match to retain the Divas Championship
Charlotte had nowhere to go in the PTO, but backed her up in the corner, releasing the hold and this allowed Charlotte to lock in Figure-8 Leg Lock to retain her title.

Tom Phillips is standing by Roman Reigns backstage and asks Reigns about advancing in the King of the Ring tournament. Reigns said it is an honor, and mentions his cousin The Rock was never King of the Ring, so he can finally step out of the shadow many try to place him in. Reigns says he can put himself in elite category if he wins tonight. When asked about wrestling Ambrose, he said he came in aware he'd wrestle Ambrose or Rollins, so it would be a Shield match. Roman Reigns admitted they set the standard and knew they'd go on to have singles success, but he's glad Dean Ambrose won because he deserves it, but won't be walking out tonight as King of the Ring.

Rich Brennan and JBL switch gears to the Intercontinental Championship match up next with Shinsuke Nakamura and Baron Corbin. A short video package airs of Baron Corbin's debut and the Cardinal Sinner aligning himself with Paul Heyman.

Baron Corbin w/Paul Heyman def. Shinsuke Nakamura(c) to win the Intercontinental Championship
Corbin dodged a Kinshasa and Nakamura hit his knee in the corner, as Corbin grabbed Nakamura's hair and pulled him back. Corbin then picked Nakamura up and hit an inverse military slam, before immediately picking Nakamura up and hitting End of Days.

The crowd was stunned as Paul Heyman forced the title away from the timekeepers area and Heyman went inside the ring to hand Corbin the belt as the music blasted through the arena. Brennan was shocked that not only the reign of Shinsuke Nakamura had ended, but Baron Corbin's reign has begun!

Michael Cole and Tyson Kidd take over and mention Corbin and Nakamura's match was great and a tough act to follow, but Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn have a rivalry that could!

Sami Zayn(c) def. Kevin Owens to retain the United States Championship
Zayn and Owens had another historic, 5-star match, but as Owens went for a Frog Splash, Zayn popped up and hit the ropes, having Owens fall off the top rope and he got up in the corner, only for a Helluva Kick to lose the match.

While Zayn's celebrating, we get a video package of the King of the Ring tournament winners in the past. Speaking of the past, the finals get a two-man commentary team for this one... 2006 King of the Ring winner Booker T and Hall of Famer, Jim Ross! Booker T and Ross join forces for this next match, the King of the Ring tournament finals, only adding to the big match feel. As both combatants make their way to the ring, they show highlights of their way to the finals, including the semifinals earlier tonight.

Dean Ambrose vs. Roman Reigns in the King of the Ring Tournament Finals
The King of the Ring tournament the previous two weeks concludes in this epic showdown between former tag team champions and forever brothers. Reigns and Ambrose had a back-and-forth match all the way through, besting each other's best.

In the match's final moments, Roman Reigns had hit a Superman Punch on Ambrose, yet Ambrose fell back into the ropes and tried coming back with a Lunatic Lariat, yet that was countered with a Samoan Drop. Reigns hooked the leg behind him yet Ambrose kicked out of the weak cover. Roman then went for a Spear, but when Ambrose moved out of the way, Reigns flew into the corner and Ambrose knew he had his opportunity as he turned Roman Reigns around and tried hitting Dirty Deeds, yet Reigns pushed Ambrose back into the official, knocking the referee down. Roman then hit a second Superman Punch! Reigns looked to make the cover, but saw the referee was down. Reigns then looked to be desperate, but he saw a second official run to the ring and Reigns made the cover... but Ambrose kicked out! The time that elapsed allowing Dean to kick out.
As Roman Reigns stood back up, he laid back his hair, before he went to the corner to set up for a Spear. Reigns waited and he ran towards Ambrose, yet Ambrose got his knee up, knocking Reigns in the face. Reigns responded with an uppercut to the jaw, that laid Ambrose back and as he came back with the Lunatic Lariat, Reigns ducked and Ambrose took out referee two!

The camera saw Ambrose's face shocked as he looked down at the referee and he's trying to wake him up, but while this happened, Reigns had rolled to the outside. Ambrose is trying to wake the referee, but to no avail. Reigns had rolled back inside the ring after grabbing a chair from the apron and stood behind Ambrose, then landed the chair to the back. Ambrose winced as he then turned around and got a steel chair to the gut, followed by Reigns dropping the chair and hitting a DDT on it. Roman Reigns just stood above Dean Ambrose, emotionless, as the crowd was split in terms of shocked or thrilled. Roman Reigns then looked at the two officials, and he took the first one and tossed him out of the ring, followed by the second one. Reigns stalked Dean Ambrose as he picked the steel chair up once more, and Ambrose was grasping at Roman's leg, asking why he'd do such a thing. Reigns then pulled his leg away and as Ambrose tried getting up, Reigns took one final shot to Dean's head, with the chair coming straight down and knocking Dean Ambrose out. Roman tossed the chair aside and looked toward the ramp where we see Raw General Manager Trish Stratus at the curtain rushed a referee down to the ring for the count, as Reigns dropped to his knees and covered Dean Ambrose.

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The music hit as Roman Reigns got up and with a surreal feeling in the air and he got his hand raised as he looked down at his friend Dean Ambrose. Roman Reigns exited the ring and took his time up the ramp where he met Trish Stratus as she was excited. Stratus helped Roman Reigns get his robe on and he was crowned officially, followed by being handed his scepter. Roman Reigns sits down in the King of the Ring throne and takes it all in, still with an emotionless look on his face, as we have a new King of the Ring at the end of the show with an unforeseen attitude.

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A traditional KOR tournament with actual top tier stars! I freaking loved it! I want more...

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BREAKING NEWS!
The Rock at Raw




ATLANTA, GA -- News broke today that SmackDown commissioner and WWE's Chief Operating Officer Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson will be making an appearance on Monday Night Raw tonight in Atlanta. There's no word as to what this may be about, but it's huge considering he's making a special trip to Raw at Philips Arena.

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May 8 2017

Michael Cole and Tyson Kidd reviewed what was a shocking turn of events last night when Roman Reigns became King of the Ring, despite the measures he went to. We then see Trish Stratus walk to the ring elated when she mentions this is a great day because of Raw's representative becoming the 2017 King of the Ring, right before she introduces that man, Roman Reigns! Reigns walks out in a robe over a Roman Reigns tee shirt, jeans, and boots, topped with a crown. Reigns gets down and when a second microphone is introduced, he mentions he won't be referred to as Roman Reigns, he won't be referred to as King Roman Reigns, but he's to be called Emperor Roman Reigns. This statement is accompanied with boos and Reigns said it doesn't matter if any of them liked what he did last night, but they will show him respect. The boos just got louder until The Rock's music interrupted them and the place goes NUTS! The Rock is in the house! The Rock shows up on Raw for the first time since August of last year. The Rock went through his entrance like normal and got his mic, then finally made eye contact with cousin Roman Reigns.

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Roman Reigns // "Well look who it is, good ole Rocky. Why are you? Oh, no need to explain. It's only fitting that when I finally step out of your shadow, you try to puff yourself up and steal the spotlight. When are you not going to live in '99?"

The Rock // "Roman, you know I have the utmost respect for you. Congratulations! But despite our kinship, I don't have that same respect for how you won it. If a shadow existed over you, at all, you didn't step out of it but cowered behind it.

"Know your role Roman, and shut your mouth... And take that stupid crown off, you look like King Midas in that robe. But I'm not out here about you. I'm out here for you."

Trish Stratus // "Me?"

The Rock // "This very much concerns you. I know you went over my head as the COO and went to Vince for a move. I don't hold that against you, not one bit. But I thought you would like to be informed that even if you left SmackDown, you may be put in charge of some of its superstars.

"Next week, we are going to make history. Raw live on Monday, and the next night we'll have a live SmackDown. We're about ready for change. Some of the SmackDown superstars are coming over to make Monday Night Raw their home, and some of your talent on Raw will be no longer, and some of your guys will be going over to Tuesdays. It's going to be the first ever WWE Shipwrecked!"

Trish is shocked and The Rock turned back to Roman Reigns, letting him know that he isn't the Raw GM or the Commissioner, but he is the COO of this company! The Rock then booked Reigns in a match later tonight against Daniel Bryan! Stratus had an issue with this, and Reigns of course, as The Rock made his grand exit.

Cesaro and Kassius Ohno def. The Homage Wreckers
Ohno and Cesaro work well together again, and Cesaro picks up the win on a Neutralizer to Rotunda.

Backstage, Matt Hardy gets interviewed by Tom Phillips and asks for an update on his brother Jeff. Matt confirmed that Jeff Hardy hurt his ankle and tests earlier this afternoon confirmed he broke his ankle last night at King of the Ring. As Phillips is issuing his condolences, in comes The Revival. Dawson and Wilder mention the shame because they were scheduled to face The Hardy Boyz tonight, and still want on the show. Matt says he'll fulfill the obligations tonight for both he and Jeff, while The Revival just chuckle at that nonsense, but they confirm they'll see him in the ring later.

Bobby Lashley def. Kalisto
Lashley displayed his strength and laid Kalisto out with the Dominator.

After the match, Bobby Lashley grabbed a mic and kneeled over Kalisto's body. Lashley then said he was going to show footage of inside the hotel room, but apparently the production truck is all Cena fans, which Lashley suggests they're still keeping the footage for their lonely selves later tonight. But Lashley said he'll now perform a live demonstration of what happened. Lashley realized Kalisto isn't as flexible as Nikki was, and probably not as passionate either, so to bare with him. Lashley then moved up to Kalisto's head and had a little bounce to him, before Lashley would turn Kalisto on his stomach, grab the back of Kalisto's mask, and he began to insinuate as Lashley made the grunt noises himself. This sounded John Cena's music and Cena rushed to the ring and as Lashley slid out of the ring, Cena got out after him and chased Lashley up the ramp and to the back. Cameras followed and as Lashley was rushing away, and Lashley was able to shut the door to the arena before Cena. Lashley was holding the door shut until he made a beeline for a car and Cena went after him. Lashley stopped a chair and hopped in the back before shouting go, go, go! Cena was a second too late before the car bolted and Cena was so frustrated that he couldn't get his hands on Bobby Lashley tonight.

Back in the ring, Carlito gives a brief chat about WWE Shipwrecked next week. Carlito says he's made history on Raw winning the Intercontinental Championship his first night on Raw, but his WWE debut came on SmackDown and on his debut he won the United States Championship the first night there. Carlito says the titles have switched homes since then, and whether he's on Raw or on SmackDown, he'll be cool with either one. But he mentions with Shipwrecked, he doesn't know if he'll be on SmackDown and doesn't know if Alberto Del Rio will be on SmackDown, so Del Rio wanted a crack at the coolest guy on Monday nights. Carlito ends his mic time saying what he's about to do to Alberto will be cool. And when Del Rio came to the ring with Rusev, his ally was immediately sent to the back for it to be a fair one-on-one.

Carlito def. Alberto Del Rio
Carlito and Del Rio fought with all they had, but as Del Rio tried the double foot stomp from the tree of woe, Carlito tossed Del Rio to the mat and after untangling himself, hit a Backstabber from the second rope to win!

Divas Champion Charlotte is boasting to Tom Phillips in the interview about her win last night over Paige, but it was Tom Phillips next question that was news to Charlotte, asking how she'd prepare to defend her Divas Championship tonight against Bayley. Charlotte was not pleased at all with it and went off.

Matt Hardy vs. The Revival ended in a no contest
Matt Hardy went at it alone against The Revival tonight with the new WWE Tag Team Champions The Usos commentating with Cole and Kidd, but it was when Dawson and Wilder stopped tagging in and out the match got out of hand until...

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The lights go out! We then see a crow flying through a dimly light house until it rests on a Raw ticket. The ticket reads Atlanta, GA... Then the video cuts out and the lights come back on to find a man standing in a black trench coat, a black towel over his bowed head before he raises his head, looks over at The Revival, and takes it off. The Usos don't know what to think, but Cole says "It's The Crowe! It's The Crowe! He's here!" This man then goes off on both members of The Revival and Matt Hardy joins in after he leaves shock, only for The Crowe to hit a double underhook sitout slam on Scott Dawson as he then came face-to-face with Matt Hardy. The Crowe bowed his head to avoid further eye contact, but the lights go out and when it comes back on, he has vanished with The Usos still not knowing what to make of it all.

In her office, Trish Stratus is approached by John Cena about getting his hands on Bobby Lashley. Stratus said she knows Lashley is in for it, so she begins with in two weeks, but Cena cuts her off. Cena says Shipwrecked might mean they aren't on the same show, so it must be next week! Stratus nods and makes the match for next week.

Samoa Joe def. Sami Zayn in a non-title match
Owens struck a conversation with Zayn during the match, allowing for Joe to grab Zayn from behind and lock in the Coquina Clutch, forcing the submission.

While Joe was celebrating and Zayn was on the mat, Kevin Owens was still going. Kevin Owens then challenged Sami Zayn to one more match next week on Raw for good measure and for the United States Championship. Owens suggested they make it a Ladder Match! This leads into a commercial break, right before Michael Cole mentions we do have a title match up next for the Divas Championship.

Charlotte(c) def. Bayley to retain the WWE Divas Championship
As Bayley tried to set up for an elbow drop from the top rope, Charlotte kipped up and knocked the top rope, forcing Bayley to lose her balance. Charlotte then took Bayley and military press slammed Bayley to the mat, followed by the Natural Selection for the win.

As Michael Cole and Tyson Kidd relay what's happened tonight, such as The Rock's announcement, the first appearance by The Crowe, to a successful Divas Championship defense by Charlotte, they say next week will be even bigger! Cole and Kidd confirm the United States Championship Ladder Match between Sami Zayn and bitter rival Kevin Owens, while also reminding fans that John Cena will wrestle Bobby Lashley in the biggest of grudge matches in WWE history. They then settle in for the main event, and first comes Emperor Roman Reigns out to a new theme song, but with no attire, he's wrestling in boots and jeans and he is sure to take off his shirt before the match.

Emperor Roman Reigns def. Daniel Bryan
Falling in trouble, Reigns has to take off the turnbuckle padding and dodge an oncoming Bryan,
whose head hits the exposed buckle, before Reigns hits a Spear to win.

The night ends in the same way it begins, as Emperor Roman Reigns basks in his own glory at Raw's end.

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May 9 2017

At the beginning of SmackDown tonight, it replays the King of the Ring tournament finals and Dean Ambrose starts the show by coming to the ring. Ambrose gets down to what he wants, saying Roman Reigns is lucky he isn't on SmackDown or his head would be ripped off. Ambrose said he will fight just anyone right here, right now! Ambrose's challenge was laid out and nobody was accepting it. Edge then answered the call and suggested since nobody has answered the call, he would have Ambrose wrestle in the main event later on tonight against the new Intercontinental Champion, Baron Corbin! Edge then made the match for the title itself, as Ambrose still looks in a foul mood that he can't get his hands on "Emperor" Roman Reigns tonight.

Seth Rollins w/Ric Flair def. Kofi Kingston in a non-title match
Rollins took care of business against Kingston, ending things with a Pedigree.

The music of Seth Rollins didn't hit after it sounded and as both Rollins and Flair demanded respect, the music of Ryback hit. The Big Guy came to the ring and stood toe-to-toe with Rollins, but Flair strategically put himself in between the two. Ryback reminded Rollins that he only won last week because he cheated and he was disappointed Rollins didn't go on to become King of the Ring because he would've enjoyed knocking the crown off his head, but he supposes the WWE Universal Championship will do. Rollins backs up as the crowd roars for Rollins to get what's coming to him, as Flair takes over and Flair tells Ryback he'll never get close to that WWE Universal Championship. If he didn't back four years ago, he wasn't now. Flair said he is WWE's biggest failure and that is why he wasn't in the King of the Ring semifinals. Ryback then grabs Flair and Rollins clubs Ryback with the belt. Rollins shouts down at Ryback before he and Flair exit the ring, leaving Ryback on the mat.

Rich Brennan and JBL up in the press box remind everyone of one of two title matches made for tonight, that is Baron Corbin defending his newly won championship against Dean Ambrose. Plus, the Cultural Revolt defend their WWE Trios Championships against American Alpha and R-Truth next.

Cultural Revolt(c) def. American Alpha and R-Truth for the WWE Trios Championships
R-Truth ate the fall, getting hit with a 450 Splash by Justin Gabriel sealed his fate.

Cody Rhodes walks to Edge's office and asks where Randy Orton is, when he heard that Edge opted against lifting Orton's suspension. Rhodes was freaking out, especially with WWE Shipwrecked next week that could separate both of them. Edge said it would be for the best, because Orton is dangerous and he's never seen the Legend Killer or the Viper like he is now. Edge instructed Cody to pray for the Shipwrecked week to separate the two, because Cody has a full career ahead of him, and it would be damaged if Randy Orton was able.

In the ring is the setup for MizTV and The Miz introduces his guest, Dolph Ziggler! The Miz recognized their parallel careers and mentioned all their accolades, except last week, there was a distinct difference. The Miz said he's been to the top and headlined WrestleMania, but it is Dolph Ziggler that can't get his act together and just loses in the most opportune times. The Miz told Ziggler a win last week would've propelled both of them back to where they need to go, but Ziggler messed it up. Ziggler then fired back with claims he is working his tail off day in and day out and Miz was right, he hasn't headlined WrestleMania, but it should've been him, not Dean Ambrose, not Seth Rollins, not Finn Balor! The two got heated when The Miz backed off and said he'll back off when Edge comes to the curtain and says The Miz is good at stirring the pot, and so he'll send a referee down for the match to start. The Miz said he's not dressed to compete, and with no excuses, the match is now.

Dolph Ziggler def. The Miz
Ziggler showed why he's still got it, hitting a Zig-Zag on The Miz to win.

Backstage, Alexa Bliss is standing by coaching Nia Jax up ahead of her match against Naomi, which is scheduled to take place after the commercial break.

Nia Jax w/Alexa Bliss def. Naomi
Nia Jax hit a standing leg drop on Naomi and this was all.

As Nia Jax and Alexa Bliss celebrated, Alexa Bliss got the microphone and said seven days later, she's still waiting for the Matrons Championship to be shipped via mail to her. She says she'll wait seven more days, because next week they will hold a celebration ceremony to crown a new WWE Matrons Champion. She then looks up at Nia Jax and lets everyone know that when the title comes in the mail, she'll crown Nia Jax as the new Matrons Champion! Nia was genuinely surprised and grateful it'll be her, and Bliss promises it to be a party Nia Jax and the WWE Universe will remember for a lifetime.

Braun Strowman def. Luke Harper w/Erick Rowan
Brennan informed everyone Strowman requested this match, and it went in his favor, fighting off Rowan on the apron before hitting a running powerslam on Harper to win.

Rich Brennan and JBL recognize the WWE Shipwrecked event to take place next week. They mention tonight could've been the final nights on SmackDown for the likes of Braun Strowman, Luke Harper, Nia Jax, Cultural Revolt, or even Seth Rollins! They then turn the focus to the main event up next, the Intercontinental Championship being on the line with Baron Corbin defending against Dean Ambrose. They mention SmackDown could lose their Intercontinental Champion next week, but as for now, the champion will be on SmackDown.

Paul Heyman accompanies Intercontinental Champion Baron Corbin to the ring and Heyman immediately brags about Corbin's victory over Shinsuke Nakamura last night, dishing out a lot of "told you so" remarks to several. Heyman says Corbin is coming off the biggest night of his young and promising career, but now he turns around and faces Dean Ambrose? Heyman reminded everyone the two encounters Ambrose and Corbin have had, the Lunatic Fringe has appeared in need of a hospital more than a mental facility. Heyman says Baron Corbin will see the morning as Intercontinental Champion, one of many mornings, that Nakamura nor Ambrose can disturb.

Baron Corbin(c) w/Paul Heyman def. Dean Ambrose via Disqualification for the Intercontinental Championship
Last time they met, Corbin got himself disqualified intentionally, but it was the exact opposite here. Ambrose was the one to not care about the title, but just taking his frustrations out, as he introduced a ring bell to Corbin's skull.

Ambrose beat Corbin senseless with a ring bell, then introduced a steel chair, and he saw Heyman clutching the Intercontinental Championship to his chest as he watched his client be dismantled. Ambrose then dropped the chair on the mat and hit Dirty Deeds on it before he demanded a microphone. Ambrose addressed Roman, and went along with Emperor, that he better cross his fingers, and get his whole family to cross their fingers, he never sees his face again or if he does, there won't be one left. Ambrose slams the mic down before his music hits as he storms out to end SmackDown.

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May 10 2017

NXT begins tonight with the commentary trio introducing tonight's matches that include both NXT Champion Adam Cole and NXT Women's Champion Asuka in singles action tonight.

The Tolutasi w/Tama Tonga def. Harada and Kodama
Maiava's pouncing tackle, followed by Mahana's SSP finished things off in this match.

Tama Tonga climbed into the ring and told everyone that The Tolutasi is next in line for some gold, and they're coming after the NXT Tag Team Championships.

Asuka def. Carmella in a non-title match
The Asuka Lock was applied and Carmella was thinking long-term when she tapped quickly.

Levi Payne is in William Regal's office, upset about Brilee Fox staying at home last week. Regal said his hands were tied, but he'll make the match for next week. Levi advised Regal to make it go down, or else.

Bubba Stone def. Noam Dar
Bubba used the Stone Driver to put Noam Dar away this match.

William Regal huddled the women out in the hallway for a special announcement. Regal said that Asuka has been the NXT Women's Champion since last September and seems unbeatable, as they witnessed earlier tonight. William Regal said NXT will be "taking over" June 10th next month and Asuka needs a challenger. Regal said that with many new faces, he wants the best possible challenger for Asuka. Regal mentions there will be a battle royal next week, and the final two women left will fight for a pinfall or submission to determine a #1 contender.

Tashard Wiggins def. Adam Cole in a non-title match
In what could be classified as an upset, Wiggins avoided Panama Sunrise and hit a backbreaker rack dropping into a DDT and quickly hooking the leg for 3!

Adam Cole was shaking off the cobwebs in the ring as Wiggins was already up the ramp celebrating a big victory, and Cole couldn't believe what happened when he came to, as Wiggins likely placed himself in contention for the title soon as NXT goes off the air.