October Week 4 Previews
RAW PREVIEW - "GO HOME SHOW"
1) A Burning Casket
In one of the more shocking moments on Raw this year, Gravedigger and DMK entered into a heated brawl with a casket at ringside, which the "Graveyard Monster" brought down to the ring. After 'Digger gained the upper hand in the fight and bloodied his rival, he put DMK into the casket and locked it shut! Then the "Monster" revealed that he had planted a gas can and a flare under the ring and prepared to set the casket ablaze, with DMK inside! Seconds before Gravedigger was set to light the casket, DMK busted through the bottom of the coffin and escaped. The frightening image of Gravedigger laughing at the burning casket was the final image of the show, and had fans buzzing about how psychotic the "Monster" has become! It appears that Gravedigger is pulling out all the stops to mentally and physical intimidate DMK before their likely final encounter in a Last Man Standing match at the upcoming Judgment Day PPV. Can DMK respond this week and strike back, or was his close call with death enough to shake his confidence? And also, if Gravedigger is willing to try burning his hated foe alive in front of a live audience... what other crazy ideas does he have in mind?
2) WWE Title Lockdown
Raw GM Stephanie McMahon flexed her authoritative muscle last week regarding the ongoing feud between Carson Pain and WWE champ David Degenerate, inserting herself as the decisive voice of reason. First, she scheduled a match between them in order to give Carson a chance to prove himself worthy of a title rematch. Then, after Mr. McMahon attacked Carson to cause a DQ, she interrupted the ensuing post-match brawl to announce a WWE Title match between the two rivals for the Judgment Day PPV. But not only that, she added a stipulation... a Steel Cage match! Her reasoning was to keep David from running away and to allow Carson his requested time 1-on-1 with David with no interference. If David really wants to "escape" this feud with the WWE Title, he'll have to escape the cage! Carson looked impressive in the match before the WWE Chairman's attack, and even knocked out Vince with a single punch. Can David gain back some momentum before he puts his title on the line against "The Original"?
3) Renegade's plan backfires
Last week, new U.S. #1 contender Brett Diamond had planned a friendly bout against Big Mutha Trucker for Raw. But midway through the show, U.S. champ Renegade requested that his tag partner Lee Money be inserted into the match... and to put Brett's #1 contender status on the line! GM Stephanie McMahon reluctantly agreed, but the match turned out to be a good one. That is until... Renegade himself appeared! The party animal tried to interfere on his partner's behalf, hoping to remove Brett's title shot. But instead, Renegade ended up costing his friend the match when Brett ducked a Kick-olution finishing kick and Renegade struck Lee! Brett won the match to defend his status and then cleanly beat Trucker in a friendly bout on Superstars. With Brett on a hot winning streak and Renegade paranoid about his title, these two could be heading for a major collision at the Judgment Day PPV! What will be their final messages in the days before the title match?
4) Mack vs. Tank Part 2 and other news
Tank Blazer's mouth has pushed Mack Wheeler to his limit, and a backstage brawl between the rivals last week resulted in a Hardcore Title match scheduled for Raw this week. Also, Brittany Black taunted Divas champ Beth Phoenix after a tag team match victory last week and the "Evil Diva" appears confident as their PPV title match draws near.
SMACKDOWN PREVIEW - "GO HOME SHOW"
1) Ace finds help and scores a win over Eric
Last week, World Heavyweight champ Eric Executioner and his manager Mr. Black though they were being clever when they requested a tag team match pitting Eric and Intercontinental champ Joseph T. Lutte against Ace and a partner of his choice. Their reasoning was that Eric and Joseph both had beef with the "Ultimate Superstar", so they would both be motivated to win. Also, since Ace had been so disrespectful to those on Smackdown before he took a few months off, it would be difficult to find a trustworthy partner. But as it turned out, Ace's transformation back to a fan favorite has impressed a few including... the "Irish Giant" Angus! Ace and Angus had a mini-feud that culminated in a Table Match at the Extreme Rules PPV, but as it turned out, Angus agreed to be Ace's partner for the main event match! Ace and Angus worked great together while Eric and Joseph's egos clashed throughout the match. In the end, Angus surprising overpowered Eric and pinned him to win the match, giving Eric his first pinfall loss since February! The World champ looked uncontrollably angry as the show came to a close, while Ace looked as confident as ever as their expected World Title match looms near. With Ace clearing nearly every obstacle Eric and Mr. Black have placed in front of him so far, could the "Ultimate Superstar" be the one to finally end Eric's reign of terror? Or does the sinister duo just simply need to up their game?
2) A European encounter
Following the controversial finish of the Beat-the-Clock Challenge that crowned Quinn Cadbury as the new #1 contender for his G.L.O.W. ally Joseph T. Lutte's Intercontinental Title, fans have been wondering how this eventual title match will play out between 2 teammates. Quinn revealed his thought process last week, claiming he simply wanted to keep the title between the European allies - an idea Joseph seemed to agree with. The "English Gentleman" then proceeded to defend his #1 status by defeating Krizz Torture, officially creating the title match. Will the G.L.O.W. team members still function as a team regardless of the result of this title match, or is an eventual breakup lurking?
3) Hitman gets a H.E.R.O., but not in a positive way
Last week, Hitman Jack and Zach Wesley fought after agreeing to a match the week before. The "Lethal Canadian" was upset over Zach's attack on his tag partner H.E.R.O., while the "Mohawked Maniac" felt disrespected over Hitman's previous comments regarding the ECW Title. But during their match, H.E.R.O. himself made his return from injury and attacked Zach, causing his partner to lose the match by DQ. As a result of the attack, a rematch between Jack and Zach has been scheduled... but this time, the ECW Title will be on the line! Can Hitman defend both his friend's honor and his own title, or can the "Maniac" gain back the title he feels he deserves?
4) The American couple outlasts the Jersey Family, and other news
Antonio Jordan & Audrey Vega looked impressive as a team last week, defeating the sibling team of Paulie Dominos and Women's champ Jersey Jenny in a mixed-tag match. Audrey is making her name as a potential Women's Title contender, while Antonio has looked very strong despite falling out of the Intercontinental Title picture. What's next for these two? Also, there was no interaction between Alpha & Omega and the Bullet Boyz this past week but rumors have been spreading that Master Kimoto has a great idea planned. What could it be, and will it be enough to earn a Tag Team Title match for his prized pupils?
RAW PREVIEW - "GO HOME SHOW"
1) A Burning Casket
In one of the more shocking moments on Raw this year, Gravedigger and DMK entered into a heated brawl with a casket at ringside, which the "Graveyard Monster" brought down to the ring. After 'Digger gained the upper hand in the fight and bloodied his rival, he put DMK into the casket and locked it shut! Then the "Monster" revealed that he had planted a gas can and a flare under the ring and prepared to set the casket ablaze, with DMK inside! Seconds before Gravedigger was set to light the casket, DMK busted through the bottom of the coffin and escaped. The frightening image of Gravedigger laughing at the burning casket was the final image of the show, and had fans buzzing about how psychotic the "Monster" has become! It appears that Gravedigger is pulling out all the stops to mentally and physical intimidate DMK before their likely final encounter in a Last Man Standing match at the upcoming Judgment Day PPV. Can DMK respond this week and strike back, or was his close call with death enough to shake his confidence? And also, if Gravedigger is willing to try burning his hated foe alive in front of a live audience... what other crazy ideas does he have in mind?
2) WWE Title Lockdown
Raw GM Stephanie McMahon flexed her authoritative muscle last week regarding the ongoing feud between Carson Pain and WWE champ David Degenerate, inserting herself as the decisive voice of reason. First, she scheduled a match between them in order to give Carson a chance to prove himself worthy of a title rematch. Then, after Mr. McMahon attacked Carson to cause a DQ, she interrupted the ensuing post-match brawl to announce a WWE Title match between the two rivals for the Judgment Day PPV. But not only that, she added a stipulation... a Steel Cage match! Her reasoning was to keep David from running away and to allow Carson his requested time 1-on-1 with David with no interference. If David really wants to "escape" this feud with the WWE Title, he'll have to escape the cage! Carson looked impressive in the match before the WWE Chairman's attack, and even knocked out Vince with a single punch. Can David gain back some momentum before he puts his title on the line against "The Original"?
3) Renegade's plan backfires
Last week, new U.S. #1 contender Brett Diamond had planned a friendly bout against Big Mutha Trucker for Raw. But midway through the show, U.S. champ Renegade requested that his tag partner Lee Money be inserted into the match... and to put Brett's #1 contender status on the line! GM Stephanie McMahon reluctantly agreed, but the match turned out to be a good one. That is until... Renegade himself appeared! The party animal tried to interfere on his partner's behalf, hoping to remove Brett's title shot. But instead, Renegade ended up costing his friend the match when Brett ducked a Kick-olution finishing kick and Renegade struck Lee! Brett won the match to defend his status and then cleanly beat Trucker in a friendly bout on Superstars. With Brett on a hot winning streak and Renegade paranoid about his title, these two could be heading for a major collision at the Judgment Day PPV! What will be their final messages in the days before the title match?
4) Mack vs. Tank Part 2 and other news
Tank Blazer's mouth has pushed Mack Wheeler to his limit, and a backstage brawl between the rivals last week resulted in a Hardcore Title match scheduled for Raw this week. Also, Brittany Black taunted Divas champ Beth Phoenix after a tag team match victory last week and the "Evil Diva" appears confident as their PPV title match draws near.
SMACKDOWN PREVIEW - "GO HOME SHOW"
1) Ace finds help and scores a win over Eric
Last week, World Heavyweight champ Eric Executioner and his manager Mr. Black though they were being clever when they requested a tag team match pitting Eric and Intercontinental champ Joseph T. Lutte against Ace and a partner of his choice. Their reasoning was that Eric and Joseph both had beef with the "Ultimate Superstar", so they would both be motivated to win. Also, since Ace had been so disrespectful to those on Smackdown before he took a few months off, it would be difficult to find a trustworthy partner. But as it turned out, Ace's transformation back to a fan favorite has impressed a few including... the "Irish Giant" Angus! Ace and Angus had a mini-feud that culminated in a Table Match at the Extreme Rules PPV, but as it turned out, Angus agreed to be Ace's partner for the main event match! Ace and Angus worked great together while Eric and Joseph's egos clashed throughout the match. In the end, Angus surprising overpowered Eric and pinned him to win the match, giving Eric his first pinfall loss since February! The World champ looked uncontrollably angry as the show came to a close, while Ace looked as confident as ever as their expected World Title match looms near. With Ace clearing nearly every obstacle Eric and Mr. Black have placed in front of him so far, could the "Ultimate Superstar" be the one to finally end Eric's reign of terror? Or does the sinister duo just simply need to up their game?
2) A European encounter
Following the controversial finish of the Beat-the-Clock Challenge that crowned Quinn Cadbury as the new #1 contender for his G.L.O.W. ally Joseph T. Lutte's Intercontinental Title, fans have been wondering how this eventual title match will play out between 2 teammates. Quinn revealed his thought process last week, claiming he simply wanted to keep the title between the European allies - an idea Joseph seemed to agree with. The "English Gentleman" then proceeded to defend his #1 status by defeating Krizz Torture, officially creating the title match. Will the G.L.O.W. team members still function as a team regardless of the result of this title match, or is an eventual breakup lurking?
3) Hitman gets a H.E.R.O., but not in a positive way
Last week, Hitman Jack and Zach Wesley fought after agreeing to a match the week before. The "Lethal Canadian" was upset over Zach's attack on his tag partner H.E.R.O., while the "Mohawked Maniac" felt disrespected over Hitman's previous comments regarding the ECW Title. But during their match, H.E.R.O. himself made his return from injury and attacked Zach, causing his partner to lose the match by DQ. As a result of the attack, a rematch between Jack and Zach has been scheduled... but this time, the ECW Title will be on the line! Can Hitman defend both his friend's honor and his own title, or can the "Maniac" gain back the title he feels he deserves?
4) The American couple outlasts the Jersey Family, and other news
Antonio Jordan & Audrey Vega looked impressive as a team last week, defeating the sibling team of Paulie Dominos and Women's champ Jersey Jenny in a mixed-tag match. Audrey is making her name as a potential Women's Title contender, while Antonio has looked very strong despite falling out of the Intercontinental Title picture. What's next for these two? Also, there was no interaction between Alpha & Omega and the Bullet Boyz this past week but rumors have been spreading that Master Kimoto has a great idea planned. What could it be, and will it be enough to earn a Tag Team Title match for his prized pupils?
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