WWE: Way It Should've Gone 3.0

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November 15 2016

The Rock begins SmackDown 900, live on a Tuesday, and The Rock mentions a couple things from last night's Raw. The Rock says a SmackDown team will get the opportunity to bring the WWE Tag Team Championships to the blue brand, and the #1 contenders will be decided tonight when Hawkins and Ryder wrestle The Dudley Boyz. The Rock also mentions the Raw women challenge for Survivor Series, and they accept. Dean Ambrose then interrupts him, and acts as if there is no point to compete on SmackDown without a world championship. Ambrose threatens not to show up for Survivor Series, when The Rock stops him there and call his teammates out. The Rock then addresses an important issue, and tells them winning is a must for them on Sunday. The Rock says if Team SmackDown wins, then next week, they will all compete against each other to become the inaugural WWE Universal Champion! The Rock then lets them know while he's got them in the ring, he'd like to see a 5-on-5 match to kick off SmackDown 900, to one fall. As The Rock leaves, out come the people eliminated for contention over the past few weeks.

Team SmackDown def. Cody Rhodes, Kofi Kingston, The Miz, Ryback, and Tye Dillinger
Dean Ambrose refused to take it seriously, but Ryback and Rhodes cost them their opportunity as Ryback hit a Meat Hook Clothesline on Rhodes after last week, in which Sheamus took advantage with a Brogue Kick to win.

Rich Brennan and JBL welcome everyone to SmackDown 900 live and remind everyone of the WWE Matrons Championship match later. They send it to Renee Young, who is backstage with Becky Lynch. Becky is asked about the possibility of being the inaugural WWE Matrons Champion, and says it would be an honor. Becky felt disrespected not being one of the first divas taken in the draft, and not even the first to SmackDown, but says she can silence her doubters tonight in the main event.

Shinsuke Nakamura def. Kaval w/Emma in a non-title match
In his first match as the Intercontinental Champion, Nakamura ended Kaval quickly with a Kinshasa.

As Shinsuke Nakamura celebrated with his championship, Luke Harper headed out. Harper, standing at the top of the ramp, peacefully warned Nakamura about Survivor Series, that he won't hold that championship for longer than he has to. Luke Harper promised the WWE Universe he would become a 3-time Intercontinental Champion, and he backed this up by saying he's never lied to them. Harper told Nakamura to come prepared this Sunday.

A vignette was aired for Justin Gabriel's return to the WWE as an improved version of himself.

Dolph Ziggler def. Kane
After a Zig-Zag, Ziggler put the Big Red Monster away on SmackDown 900.

After his win, Dolph Ziggler celebrated and continued to gloat, calling Kane washed up and that Dolph Ziggler is the future of SmackDown, that Kane should retire. Kane then sat up as his brother Undertaker would, and Kane stood and went toe-to-toe with Dolph before grabbing him by the throat and chokeslamming Ziggler! Kane stood tall as he cued the pyro from the corners and headed on his way.

Natalya gets a word with Renee Young headed into her triple threat tonight, and Natalya recalled being a former WWE Divas Champion, and claims she kept the division relevant over a number of years, adding she can do the same with SmackDown's women. Natalya says she has one goal, knowing her uncle Bret is watching at home in Toronto, and become WWE Matrons Champion.

The Dudley Boyz def. Curt Hawkins and Zack Ryder
Curt's antics came back to haunt him, being hit with a 3-D for the troubles he caused.

As The Dudley Boyz celebrated, they were blindsided by Curt Hawkins and his cane. While The Dudley Boyz were able to fend him off, WWE Tag Team Champions and Raw's own Vaudevillians invaded SmackDown and attacked their new challengers. This became a 3-on-2 assault before Zack Ryder stepped in and Hawkins pushed him away as they tried to continue the assault.

Nia Jax is the last interviewed before the main event to declare the first ever WWE Matrons Champion. Renee Young tried to get much out of Nia Jax, but Nia simply said both Becky and Natalya are beneath her and can't compare on any level. Nia Jax said she'll let her power do the talking, headed off to the ring.

As all ladies entered to declare the first ever Matrons Champion, with the title at ringside, Maria headed out. Maria, being drafted to SmackDown, had great news. Maria said she had the task of putting together the women's team for Team SmackDown this Sunday. She said she's recruited Emma and Sasha Banks, but says she'll pick from the two that aren't pinned, including the first ever Matrons Champion. Maria says good luck as she grabs a steel chair to sit at ringside and watch the match.

Natalya def. Becky Lynch and Nia Jax to become the first ever WWE Matrons Champion
Natalya used a superplex to transition into another superplex, that was transitioned into a small package to win the championship.

As Natalya was handed the WWE Matrons Championship and celebrated, Maria stood up clapping, telling everyone that Natalya and Nia Jax will help Team SmackDown to victory this Sunday, this as SmackDown 900 goes off the air live.

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November 16 2016

NXT begins tonight with Charly Caruso and NXT general manager William Regal, as Caruso wanted answers for NXT fans about this Saturday's Takeover in Toronto. Regal first mentioned the NXT Women's Championship match for Saturday, confirming it is Asuka defending her title against Carmella. Regal admitted the tag team scene is murky, with both The Revival and Strange Bedfellows wanting shots at American Alpha, and with right claim for both teams. Regal said he wants it settled this Saturday in an elimination tag team match between the three. William Regal also mentioned that the quarterfinals of the NXT Championship tournament concludes on tonight's show and promises a new champion to be crowned at NXT Takeover Toronto, with the semifinals and finals occurring in the same night. Charly sounds excited and sends it down for the action.

Baron Corbin def. Noam Dar in the NXT Championship Tournament Quarterfinals
Size difference came a factor in this match, as Corbin used his incomparable strength to catch Dar with End of Days.

American Alpha, the NXT Tag Team Champions, were asked by Charly Caruso about the match made. American Alpha recognized they won their titles in a multi-man match, and can defend their titles in one as well. Jason Jordan, as confident as he was, just wondered who William Regal was going to have left for them after they beat the only other two teams left at NXT.

Zack Sabre Jr def. Fandango in the NXT Championship Tournament Quarterfinals
Fandango, after a stunning victory on Kota Ibushi, realized his apprenticeship under Tyler Breeze wasn't enough to last the Octopus Hold of Sabre Jr.

William Regal was minding his business in his office when Kassius Ohno came up and Ohno apologized for losing in the first round, but credited Tashard Wiggins more than anything. Kassius Ohno asked for another opportunity, when Regal thought of NXT Takeover Toronto. Regal said he's contacted first round exits like Damien Sandow, Solomon Crowe, Kota Ibushi, and a couple others about working Saturday's show to prove they're still a valuable asset to NXT. Regal asked Kassius Ohno if he would like to participate, and Ohno in a heartbeat said he's in.

Michael Bennett def. Tashard Wiggins in the NXT Championship Tournament Quarterfinals
Both gave all they had but it was Bennett's Ushigoroshi that was the deciding factor.

As the commentators were mentioning Baron Corbin, Zack Sabre Jr, and Michael Bennett all advancing to Saturday's Takeover and the semifinals, Michael Bennett heads over and asks what match is next, in which Byron Saxton mentions the Apollo Crews and Adam Cole match. Bennett figures he will stay for that and comes to sit with them.

Apollo Crews def. Adam Cole in the NXT Championship Tournament Quarterfinals
Cole had it won, but looked over to Bennett to warn him about Saturday, when Crews quickly went under Cole, lifting him up and hitting the Electric Chair while floating over for a pin!

Apollo Crews, stunned, sat up as he advanced to Saturday's Takeover to face Michael Bennett. By the time Bennett grasped what just happened, Crews had made his way up to the top of the ramp and pointed at Bennett while NXT went off the air.

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Card for NXT Takeover Toronto

NXT Championship Tournament Semifinals
Baron Corbin vs. Zack Sabre Jr.

NXT Championship Tournament Semifinals
Apollo Crews vs. Michael Bennett

NXT Championship Tournament Finals
Corbin/Sabre vs. Crews/Bennett

NXT Tag Team Championships Elimination Match
American Alpha(c) vs. Strange Bedfellows vs. The Revival

NXT Women's Championship
Asuka(c) vs. Carmella

6-Pack Challenge
Damien Sandow vs. John Kay vs. Kassius Ohno vs. Mojo Rawley vs. Shane Hollister vs. Solomon Crowe

Singles Match
Kota Ibushi vs. Fandango

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Card for WWE Survivor Series

WWE World Heavyweight Championship Match
Bray Wyatt(c) vs. Sami Zayn

Traditional Survivor Series Match
(Captain) John Cena, Alberto Del Rio, Cesaro, Chris Masters, Daniel Bryan
vs.
(Captain) Randy Orton, Braun Strowman, Dean Ambrose, Finn Balor, Sheamus

Traditional Survivor Series Match
(Captain) Charlotte, Bayley, Dana Brooke, Paige, Tamina Snuka
vs.
(Captain) Maria, Emma, Natalya, Nia Jax, Sasha Banks

Intercontinental Championship Match
Shinsuke Nakamura(c) vs. Luke Harper

United States Championship Match
Kevin Owens(c) vs. Kalisto vs. Tyler Breeze

WWE Tag Team Championships Match
The Vaudevillians(c) vs. The Dudley Boyz

Singles Match
Cody Rhodes vs. Ryback

Tag Team Match - KICKOFF
The Hardy Boyz vs. Christian and Tomko

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Predictions incoming!

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NXT Predictions

Baron Corbin
Apollo Crews
Apollo Crews (again)
American Alpha
Asuka
Kassius Ohno
Kota Ibushi

Survivor Series

Bray Wyatt
Team Orton
Team Charlotte
Shinsuke Nakamura
Kevin Owens
 Vaudevillians
Cody Rhodes
Hardyz

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November 19 2016

Zack Sabre Jr. def. Baron Corbin in NXT Championship Tournament Semifinals
Corbin overpowered Sabre majority of the match, but Sabre used pressure points and perplex holds, eventually breaking Corbin's will with the Octopus Hold to advance.

Apollo Crews def. Michael Bennett in NXT Championship Tournament Semifinals
Bennett lived up to the hype against one of NXT's vets, but Adam Cole stuck his nose where it didn't belong and distracted Bennett, long enough for an Electric Chair.

Moments after costing Bennett the match, Charly Caruso asks Adam Cole why he did it. Cole said if he's not in the main event of NXT Takeover Toronto, then Michael Bennett won't be either. Cole then mentioned it felt good, and might just do the same tonight in the main event. William Regal overhears this and basically pushes Cole out the doors, saying he won't ruin his main event.

Kassius Ohno def. Damien Sandow, John Kay, Mojo Rawley, Shane Hollister, and Solomon Crowe in 6-Pack Challenge
In a 6-Pack Challenge, everyone had glimpses of brightness, but it was Kassius Ohno still showing he's got it, beating Sandow with Ohno Blade.

Asuka(c) def. Carmella to retain the NXT Women's Championship
Carmella put her best foot forward, but it was a pretty quick loss to the Asuka Lock.

Charly Caruso catches a word with Zack Sabre Jr. after advancing to the main event tonight. Zack said he hasn't signed a contract officially to NXT, and he only did it because he pictures himself holding the NXT Championship tonight and doing so will be great leverage. He sends a message to William Regal to meet him after the match and sign him.

Kota Ibushi def. Fandango
Kota Ibushi proved his first round exit was a fluke with his Golden Star Bomb.

When Apollo Crews comes for his interview with Charly Caruso, he's immediately asked about Adam Cole's involvement in the match earlier, and also remembers a similar situation on NXT this past week. Crews said he never planned it, and it's obvious there is something between Bennett and Cole, but that isn't his problem. Apollo boasted he's in the main event for the NXT Championship and hopes to win gold for the first time tonight.

American Alpha(c) def. Strange Bedfellows and The Revival in an Elimination Match to retain the NXT Tag Team Championships
After The Revival was finished, Gable and Jordan used the rest of their strength left to hit Grand Amplitude on Abyss for the win.

A recap of the matches earlier tonight at NXT Takeover Toronto airs, minutes away from the match to decide the NXT Champion.

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Apollo Crews vs. Zack Sabre Jr. for the vacant NXT Championship
Crews and Sabre, already competing once already, gave it all they had. After exhausting it all, Sabre Jr had Crews in the Octopus Hold and couldn't break Apollo's will, as Apollo grabbed the bottom rope. As Crews and Sabre got up slowly from exhaustion, they're both attacked by two men.



As the referee doesn't know what to do, the two men attack him as well. Corey Graves and Byron Saxton have no idea what's going on, as then another man emerges from the top of the ramp.



This man joins in as the three attack Crews and Sabre Jr, and it looks like this third man is conducting it all. The third man asks the two to lift Sabre up, and the third man comes with a leaping Codebreaker. The same happens to Apollo Crews, as the three men stand there after destroying the main event of NXT Takeover Toronto. William Regal comes out and is fuming as the third man begins a chain of laughter and this is how we end one of the biggest Takeovers for NXT.

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Christian and Tomko def. The Hardy Boyz on the Kickoff
With no sight of Tomko, Christian went at it on his own, and then Tomko stunned everyone (including Christian) as he headed out and attacked Matt and Jeff, allowing Christian to hit the Unprettier on Matt to win.


November 20 2016

Tyler Breeze def. Kevin Owens(c) and Kalisto to win the United States Championship
Kalisto had won the match with a Salida del Sol on Owens, but Breeze rushed in and threw Kalisto shoulder-first into the ringpost and hit a Beauty Shot for the win.

A Canadian himself, Tyler Breeze's victory shocked the world, including Kevin Owens! Breeze went off with what Kevin Owens calls the Canadian Championship. A package is then shown explaining why we have Ryback versus Rhodes next.

Cody Rhodes def. Ryback
This was more intense than fans probably expected, but it was Rhodes that slid off the back of Ryback's Shell Shocked and hit Cross Rhodes to win.

Team SmackDown gets together for an interview, as Dean Ambrose brags about Chris Masters getting knocked out to put Team Raw down to four, and while his teammates are suspicious, Orton directs the focus to winning tonight so they can compete for a world championship on SmackDown 901.

Shinsuke Nakamura(c) def. Luke Harper to retain the Intercontinental Championship
In his rematch, Harper looked unprepared for Nakamura's best, which ended in a Kinshasa.

Footage is shown that was caught during the kickoff, that Chris Masters was ambushed backstage by a stranger. As Team Raw scrambled for a replacement, Lana stopped by and offered Rusev's services. Cena, as captain, reluctantly agreed to fill out their team before tonight.

The Dudley Boyz def. The Vaudevillians via DQ; Vaudevillians retain the WWE Tag Team Championships
The Dudley Boyz were in trouble, as The Vaudevillians went for Rolling Dervish while the ref was recovering, when Curt Hawkins came out and nailed Simon with his cane, but the referee saw it as he got up.

As Bubba Ray and D-Von realized what was going on, Hawkins scrammed, as his plan was unclear, but likely backfired. We then see a video package that followed Team Raw together, as Charlotte explained to Tom Phillips why they needed a Traditional Survivor Series Match tonight for the women, and she'll prove why Raw is superior.

SmackDown Matrons def. Raw Divas in Traditional Survivor Series Match
Order of Elimination:
- Maria exits after a Bayley-to-Belly by Bayley
- Emma exits after a Ram-Paige by Paige
- Dana Brooke exits after a Banks Statement by Sasha Banks
- Paige exits after a Standing Leg Drop by Nia Jax
- Nia Jax exits after a Natural Selection by Charlotte
- Tamina Snuka exits after her Superfly Splash countered, and a small package by Sasha Banks
- Natalya exits after a Figure 8 by Charlotte
- Bayley exits after a Bankrupt by Sasha Banks
- Charlotte exits after a Banks Statement by Sasha Banks

After being confronted with her old rival Charlotte and emerging successful, Banks eliminated 80% of Team Raw as she won it for her show as the sole survivor.

A video package is played for tonight's world title match, moments away. Sami Zayn gets a quick interview in before that, saying in his home state of Canada, his career's fate is on the line and won't let his people down.

Bray Wyatt(c) def. Sami Zayn to retain the WWE World Heavyweight Championship
After Zayn's efforts fell short, he was hit with a final Sister Abigail that he avoided all match, to lose his title opportunity.

As Sami Zayn sulked in the ring, we saw The Rock and Mick Foley together backstage, all ready for the Traditional Survivor Series Match up next. They hold a friendly wage and a video package plays on how we got here, including the draft and selecting of teams, as well as The Rock mentioning the new WWE Universal Championship.

Team SmackDown def. Team Raw in Traditional Survivor Series Match
Order of Elimination:
- Sheamus exits after a B-Plus by Daniel Bryan
- Alberto Del Rio exits after a Dirty Deeds by Dean Ambrose
- Daniel Bryan exits after a Coup de Grace by Finn Balor
- Cesaro exits after a Yokosuka Cutter by Braun Strowman
- Rusev exits after a RKO by Randy Orton
- Randy Orton exits after an Attitude Adjustment by John Cena
- John Cena exits after a Dirty Deeds by Dean Ambrose

Dean Ambrose, Braun Strowman, and Finn Balor stood tall after surviving the main event, a huge victory for SmackDown, celebrating as SmackDown goes off the air.

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November 21 2016

Michael Cole is at the announce table alone when he mentions Jerry Lawler won't be joining him at the commentary table this evening, but would like to welcome Canada's own, Tyson Kidd!! His music hits and the place erupts as Tyson Kidd heads out and shakes hands with Cole as he gets settled in at the announce table at the side of the stage. They mention what's in store, as Kidd's heard rumblings about Mick Foley not being happy about Team Raw's performance last night and we can expect a word from Foley. Cole also mentions a match between Rusev and John Cena after last night's turmoil.

To kick off the show, Sami Zayn heads out after falling short to Bray Wyatt last night. Zayn tried to express his sorrows, when Christian comes with Tomko by his side. Christian said if there was a Canadian native that should have been in the world title match, it should have been him, bragging about winning his kickoff match. Christian even said he will beat Sami Zayn if given the opportunity any day of the week, as Zayn mentioned a Monday, this Monday, right now. Christian, stunned, as a referee rushed in and pushed Tomko out to start the match.

Sami Zayn def. Christian w/Tomko
Zayn shut Christian up with the Helluva Kick, but didn't celebrate and headed straight to the back with anger.

Advertised before the break was Mick Foley coming out, and after the commercials, that is exactly what the Hardcore Legend did! Mick Foley voiced his disappointment of Team Raw, the Raw Divas, and the WWE Tag Team Champions. Foley said he was happy to retain the titles, but wasn't pleased with how he retained the championships on Mondays. Foley extended the offer to The Rock for any SmackDown team at TLC to challenge for the titles. As for the divas, this is when Charlotte interrupts. The Divas Champion apologized for them falling short, but said she's not to blame, but it's to be divided up between the other four women. Charlotte said she was the last standing and couldn't have had beat 3 women at once in a numbers game. Charlotte then directed the blame to Foley, because he didn't draft well. This hit hard, as then the Bella Twins came out. Nikki asked Foley who picked the divas for Raw, and Foley pointed at Charlotte, as Nikki told Charlotte the reason the Raw Divas lost was because the Bella Twins weren't in, except Dana Brooke and Tamina Snuka were. Mick saw something and told Charlotte she was captain and elected to keep Nikki and Brie on the sidelines, so he has an answer. Foley asked a referee to the ring, because they would have a Divas Championship match right now! Foley asked which one would go into battle, as Nikki and Brie sorted things out.

Charlotte(c) def. Brie Bella w/Nikki Bella to retain the Divas Championship
Charlotte barely escaped with the championship with cheating tactics and it ended with chop blocking Brie's leg, then putting in the Figure 8 for Brie to reluctantly tap.

Alberto Del Rio got an interview with Tom Phillips, and when Phillips asked why Del Rio requested the time, he mentioned the Bella "boy toys" in Daniel Bryan and John Cena. Del Rio said they get every opportunity because of their ties with the money-drawing Bella Twins, when Daniel Bryan came up and said if there was one person who shouldn't complain, it should be the first one to be eliminated, Alberto Del Rio himself. Del Rio got upset, and Bryan insisted if he wanted to settle things, he's got his gear on and would love a match tonight. Del Rio told Bryan the mistake he was making, and hoped Brie brings home a big paycheck enough for him to sit in the hospital.

The Vaudevillians headed out and the WWE Tag Team Champions boasted about winning the "noble way" last night at Survivor Series, when The Usos came out and said they never had someone else do their dirty work. Jimmy hoped that Simon didn't have a knot on his head after the cane shot last night, because he wants the champions at 100% for no excuses. Jey joked about locking the doors so Curt Hawkins doesn't come out to help. The Vaudevillians take this as disrespect and attack The Usos.

The Vaudevillians def. The Usos in a non-title match
Aiden and Simon proved they were the real deal with a Rolling Dervish on Jey Uso.

Rusev was backstage for an interview with Tom Phillips, but Lana did most of the talking. Lana called John Cena a fraud and says he'll be crushed just as John Cena, and Cena alone, crushed Raw's hopes.

Alberto Del Rio def. Daniel Bryan
Del Rio and Bryan went at it hard, but Bryan's corner dropkick failed, as he was then hit with a double foot stomp in the tree of woe, with Del Rio winning.

The music of Kevin Owens hit and he headed out with a newly designed championship, with a Canadian flag, and introduces himself as the Canadian Champion! Owens told Breeze he could keep the United States Championship and that Kevin was introducing a new era in WWE to honor the Canadians that made WWE great.

Commentators Michael Cole and Tyson Kidd reflect on tonight's show, and Kidd says he loved it and would love to return next week. Cole said he can make it happen, as Cole also mentions the announcement from Foley that we'll see a second Divas Championship match next week, as Charlotte defends her title against Nikki Bella.

John Cena def. Rusev w/Lana
In a fantastic match of persistent spirits, Cena came out on top with a second AA of the match.

As John Cena celebrated his big victory exhausted in the ring, the lights go out with a Wyatt prelude video, as they come back on, the WWE World Heavyweight Champion is standing behind him. Cena looked around, and when he finally saw Bray lurking behind him, he was decked to the mat. Bray attacked the Cenation leader, to the confused audience that watched on, as Bray Wyatt had everything he wanted. Wyatt ended this assault with a Sister Abigail with a strong forehead kiss. Raw ended with Wyatt knelt at Cena's body, as Bray held the title with his outstretched arms as the show goes off the air.

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Theory!  Bray Wyatt attacked John Cena because he lost Team Raw the match at Survivor Series!!!  Can't wait to see where this goes, perhaps Bray gets retribution from WrestleMania 30!  Your WWE booker sure is the very best I've ever read.  You take the time and process to a whole new level to put out some exciting shows!

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Feb 21, 2017 8:35:46 GMT -5 Chosen One said:

Theory!  Bray Wyatt attacked John Cena because he lost Team Raw the match at Survivor Series!!!  Can't wait to see where this goes, perhaps Bray gets retribution from WrestleMania 30!  Your WWE booker sure is the very best I've ever read.  You take the time and process to a whole new level to put out some exciting shows!

I appreciate it bro! I haven't ever had this much fun with a WWE booker before. As I pass every PPV, I plan about two or three more months ahead. I've got plans set up for next summer that I hope doesn't disappoint.

As for Bray, you will have to wait and see if the champion gives answers on the next Raw.


Up next is a live SmackDown on Tuesday, then NXT on Wednesday.