Post by sethisthegoat on Sept 11, 2023 8:47:46 GMT -5
AEW Dynamite and Rampage (Sept. 6 and 8) recaps -
(Posting this in an abbreviated recap form to help catch up)
Dynamite matches -
Cody Rhodes (16-4) def. The Blade (0-3)
The Chosen Bros (13-2) def. Los Parks (5-11)
International Championship - Brian Cage © (16-3) def. Kofi Kingston (3-3)
Jake Hager (11-8) def. Gable Steveson (9-5)
Dustin Rhodes (3-4) def. Anthony Bowens (0-0)
Beth Phoenix (7-4) def. Michelle McCool (5-8)
Rampage matches -
Harley Race (0-0) def. Matt Jackson (2-2)
Public Enemy (0-1) def. The American Wolves (7-9)
TBS Championship - Sasha Banks © (10-3) def. The Bunny (1-1)
Cody Rhodes confronts Bill Goldberg before their All Out Match
Rhodes kicked off Dynamite by coming to the ring and telling Bill Goldberg to stay the hell away from his family. Goldberg came to the ring and told Rhodes that, after he ends Rhodes’ career this weekend, he won’t have to worry about it any more. Goldberg teased a spear, then backed off and said he wanted Rhodes at full strength. Rhodes took off his jacket and said he was ready to fight right now. Goldberg walked off, but The Blade responded and said he would take Goldberg’s previous offer - he will defeat Cody Rhodes tonight and then beat Goldberg for the title.
Tag team champions regroup
Matt Riddle tries to cheer Jeff Cobb up. He buys Cobb donuts and says he’s ready to face Diesel and Razor Ramon this weekend. Cobb suggests a warm up match to get back on the same page, and they’re set to face Los Parks tonight.
Miro and Shamrock come to blows
Miro came to the ring and talked about how the coward Dean Malenko was here tonight. But at All Out, Miro was going to be redeemed and demolish Malenko. This brought out Shamrock, who said Miro was getting in his way. He warned Miro that he’s getting dangerously close to stepping on Shamrock’s toes. Miro took that as an invitation and stomped on Shamrock’s foot before tackling him to the ground. They brawled around ringside until security separated them.
Baker vs. Melo set for All Out
Britt Baker, DMD, comes out and thanks the crowd for the warm reception she’s gotten here in AEW. She’s felt welcomed by everyone except for Tay Melo and her no-good husband, Sammy Guevara. Baker says she wants to settle things in the ring.
Jade Cargill makes an appearance
UWA Women’s Championship Jade Cargill delivered a promo from her private jet, as she was flying to New York City for her title defense against Sensational Sherri Martel at Madison Square Garden. She said she’s sorry to the AEW faithful that they won’t get to see her live and in-person at All Out. But she’s on her way to bigger and better things. She’s too good for AEW.
Rousey responds to VanZant
Ronda Rousey calls VanZant a poser and a transitional champion. She says VanZant has gotten lucky to this point in her career, but the only person who will be screaming “I Quit” will be Paige VanZant.
Beautiful People vs. Alexa Bliss and Beth Phoenix setup
Phoenix and Bliss challenged the Beautiful People to a match after the BP’s attack on Phoenix last week. It’ll be during the All Out pre-show.
Omega attacks Race
Following Harley Race’s match with Matt Jackson, Kenny Omega brutally attacked Race, breaking the hall of famer open ahead of their match at All Out.
Casino Battle Royale previewed
The Casino Battle Royale will include 21 competitors, including: Sammy Guevara, Mick Foley, Brian Cage, Karl Anderson, Rob Van Dam, Jake Hager, John Bradshaw Layield, Hook, Rey Mysterio, Big E Langston, MVP, Davey Richards, Dustin Rhodes, Eric Young, Wardlow, Luchasaurus, Shelton Benjamin, Solo Sikoa, Malakai Black and two surprise entrants.
Jake Hager injures Gable Steveson
Following their match on Dynamite, when Hager made Steveson tap out, Hager didn’t let go of the ankle. The ref finally dragged him off, but Hager snapped and grabbed a chair. He put Steveson’s ankle in a chair and stomped on it repeatedly. We found out later that Steveson’s ankle is shattered, and he is out indefinitely.
AEW All Out Card - (not final order)
AEW Tag Titles - Chosen Bros. © vs. Diesel & Razor Ramon
World Title vs. Career - Bill Goldberg © vs. Cody Rhodes
Casino Battle Royale
Lumberjack match: Roman Reigns vs. Jeff Jarrett
AEW Women’s Championship - “I Quit Match” - Paige VanZant © vs. Ronda Rousey
Tay Melo vs. Britt Baker
Dean Malenko vs. Miro vs. Ken Shamrock
Kenny Omega vs. Harley Race
The Beautiful People (Angelina Love & Madison Rayne) vs. Beth Phoenix & Alexa Bliss