WWE Champion John Cena vs. Mark Henry at Money In The Bank Preview

If the Cenation thought John Cena’s schedule as a WWE Champion would get any easier once he turned back the sizable challenge of Ryback at WWE Payback, they were sorely mistaken.
At Money in the Bank on July 14, The Champ will face a new monster of a contender in the form of Mark Henry, the 400-pound-plus powerhouse who thrives on causing pain and appears bent not just on destruction, but also on capturing the WWE Title around Cena’s waist.
Raw Managing Supervisor Vickie Guerrero made the championship bout official on the June 17 edition of Raw after The World’s Strongest Man callously leveled Cena only one night removed from The Champ’s Three Stages of Hell Match against Ryback. In the moments immediately preceding the attack, Henry delivered what many believed to be a heartfelt swan song meant to cap off a stellar 17-year career in WWE. Instead, Henry’s retirement speech was merely a ruse, a setup used to lull a respectful Cena into a false sense of security and make him easy prey.
Henry strings along the WWE Universe | Photos from the Three Stages of Hell Match
Now, the Cenation leader and Henry are on a collision course for July 14, and if Cena loyalists aren't concerned about their hero’s title reign — not to mention his physical well-being — they ought to be.
Ill-tempered even on the best of days, Henry is sporting a huge chip on his shoulder, and it seemingly has everything to do with a single objective: winning the WWE Championship that has eluded him in his near two decades of competition. WWE fans will remember that Henry set his sights on Cena the night after WrestleMania 29, only to have another monster, Ryback, steal the spotlight with a high-profile act of betrayal.
Lost in the commotion was the fact that Henry pinned Ryback on The Grandest Stage of Them All.  Considering how much trouble Cena had overcoming the Shell Shocking Superstar in recent months, will he be up to the challenge of Mark Henry, one of WWE’s few competitors to hold a completely valid pinfall victory over “The Human Wrecking Ball”?
Henry also takes a discomforting amount of pride in being the reckless and ruthless gatekeeper of the “Hall of Pain.” The list of Superstars who have been put out of action by the superheavyweight is lengthy, reading like a “Who’s who” of WWE. Could The Champ — who’s been plagued by injuries as varied as bone chips in his elbow to a nearly torn meniscus to a torn Achilles tendon — be walking into the most dangerous match of his 11th WWE Title reign at Money in the Bank?
Find out what happens when Cena’s indefatigable spirit is put to the test by more than 400 pounds of bad attitude and bone-breaking expertise. To watch all the action, catch WWE Money in the Bank live on pay-per-view on Sunday, July 14.

Sources: WWE.com

Raw Five-Point Preview: July 1, 2013

Tensions between CM Punk and Paul Heyman were smoothed over with a hug on last week’s Raw. But are things really OK in Camp Heyman? A tag team victory for the “Heyman Guys” could be just the thing needed to cool things off in the Heyman stable as a hot July comes roaring in. Here are five reasons Monday’s Raw is must-see as Money in the Bank fast approaches.

1. 'Heyman Guys' vs. The Prime Time Players

Last week, CM Punk seemed unsure of how he felt about receiving assistance from Intercontinental Champion Curtis Axel in fending off a 2-on-1 attack from The Prime Time Players. This week, the pair of "Paul Heyman Guys" will team up to face Young & O'Neil in tag action. With Brock Lesnar's recent attack on Punk causing friction between Punk and Heyman, a tag team victory could be just thing to smooth things over within Heyman's circle.
Is the Paul Heyman circle on the brink of implosion?

2. Is Mark Henry nothing but a liar?

Mark Henry relished in fooling the entire WWE Universe into believing he was retiring. Now The World's Strongest Man declares he will dethrone WWE Champion John Cena at Money in the Bank and walk off with his title. Will Henry’s prediction come true on July 14? Will he finally capture a title that has eluded him his entire career? Or, is Henry's championship claim just another big lie? Who will make the next move as the WWE Title Match at Money in the Bank fast approaches?Watch seven best World’s Strongest Slams

3. Is the party coming to an end for Del Rio?

Dolph Ziggler doesn’t want to accept the fact that he lost the World Title to Alberto Del Rio at WWE Payback. Ever since, he's been hell-bent on letting the WWE Universe know it. On Friday's SmackDown, The Showoff crashed Del Rio's "Championship Fiesta" and smashed Ricardo Rodriguez with a guitar. Will Del Rio ever get to relish in regaining the World Title, or will Ziggler continue to chase him all the way to their Money in the Bank match?Dolph Ziggler explains his frustrations with not being World Heavyweight Champion

4. Will AJ Lee or Kaitlyn strike next?

First it was Divas Champion AJ Lee who infuriated Kaitlyn by donning a muscle suit to mock her last week on Raw. On SmackDown, the Hybrid Diva got a measure of retribution when her AJ outfit led to a distraction, causing AJ to lose her match to Natalya. As tensions boil over in an emotional war between the two former best friends, what will happen next?
The many faces of AJ Lee

5. Is an angry Big Red Monster coming to Raw?

 Last week’s Raw marked a milestone moment in Daniel Bryan’s career when he forced Randy Orton to tap out. On SmackDown, The Viper scored a win over Kane when Bryan shoved Kane back into the ring to continue the match — and right into the waiting fangs of The Viper and an RKO. The loss brought a smile to Bryan's face. How will The Big Red Monster respond this week? Tune in at 8/7 CT on USA Network to find out.

Watch last week's Raw highlights

Sources: WWE.com

WWE SmackDown Results: June 28, 2013

Fiesta Del Ziggler.

The 723rd edition of WWE Friday Night SmackDown came to you from the Colonial Life Arena on the campus of the University of South Carolina in Columbia, SC. SmackDown would be the home of Fiesta Del Rio as World Heavyweight Champion Alberto Del Rio would celebrate himself just a few weeks before he defends the gold against Dolph Ziggler. The rivalry between Sheamus and Damien Sandow would be taken to a new and more extreme level as “The Celtic Warrior” would face “The Intellectual Savior of the Masses” in a brutal and lawless Dublin Street Fight! After claiming no responsibility for Brock Lesnar’s attack on CM Punk last week, Paul Heyman would have to answer to The Miz as “The Awesome One” welcomes Heyman to Miz TV! After tapping out to an extreme variation of the No Lock of Daniel Bryan on RAW, Randy Orton would target Daniel Bryan’s former tag team partner as “The Viper” would go one-on-one with “The Big Red Monster” Kane just two weeks before they are both part of Money-in-the-Bank All-Stars. After Jimmy & Jey Uso saved him from a beat down from The Shield on Main Event, “Captain Charisma” Christian would team with the new #1 Contenders for the WWE Tag Team Titles, Jimmy & Jey Uso, to face The Shield, United States Champion Dean Ambrose and WWE Tag Team Champions Seth Rollins & Roman Reigns, in a 6-Man Tag Match.
Match Results

• Dublin Street Fight: Sheamus def. Damien Sandow by pin following the Brogue Kick.
• Non-Title: Natalya (with Kaitlyn) def. AJ Lee by roll-up.
• Randy Orton (with Daniel Bryan) def. Kane by pin following the RKO.
• Ryback def. Justin Gabriel by pin following Shell Shocked.
• 6-Man Tag: Christian and Jimmy & Jey Uso def. The Shield by Christian pinning Dean Ambrose following the Spear.

Detailed Results
The packed Friday night kicks off with a down and dirty Dublin Street Fight as “The Celtic Warrior” Sheamus would go one-on-one with “The Intellectual Savior of the Masses” Damien Sandow with no disqualifications and no count-outs and with Irish-themed items available to use! It would not take long for the match to get brutal as Sheamus would take Damien Sandow to the outside and after taking a pummeling from Sheamus, Damien Sandow would begin to show his vicious side, sending Sheamus shoulder-first into the ring post and delivering a hip-toss into a tap table. Sheamus would battle back, however, tossing a keg into the chest of Damien Sandow and waylaying Sandow with a sack of potatoes! Later on in the match, Damien Sandow would toss green kendo sticks into the ring, but the time Sandow took would allow Sheamus to grab a green bar stool, using it against Sandow to get the advantage in the match. The advantage would be short-lived, however, as Sandow uses a steel chair, driving into the mid-section of Sheamus, nearly picking up the victory from the shot. Sandow follows this up by dropping Sheamus face-first into the steel chair, which was set upside down. Sandow would then hit the Terminus, but Sheamus would kick out and the intellectual Superstar would wear Sheamus out with kendo stick shots, but “The Celtic Warrior” would still refuse to lose. Beaten and battered, Sheamus would toss a steel chair into the face of Damien Sandow, allowing Sheamus to get his hands on a kendo stick, using it to bust Sandow up. Sheamus then sets up two steel chairs in the center of the ring and, after failing to drop Sandow on the steel with White Noise, “The Celtic Warrior” would crack Sandow with a kendo stick, forcing Sandow to plop down in the seated position on the chairs and Sheamus would topple Sandow with the Brogue Kick, pinning Sandow to pick up the hard-fought victory!
Backstage, Daniel Bryan confronts his former tag team partner, Kane, who says that he does not want to hear Daniel Bryan brag about his win over Randy Orton on RAW. Kane does congratulate Bryan, however, saying that Bryan’s win was an “upset” and Bryan argues that the only upset was that he did not get the job done the first time. Bryan then says that he did not need Kane’s help on RAW, but he will help Kane in his match against Randy Orton when he is on commentary. Bryan then forces a hug on a seething Kane.
After seemingly convincing CM Punk that he had nothing to do with Brock Lesnar’s attack on last week’s RAW, the conniving Paul Heyman would have to answer to “The Awesome One” as The Miz welcomes Heyman to Miz TV. After introducing his guest, The Miz says that Paul Heyman always has an “answer for everything”, but when Miz asked Heyman about his suggestion of a CM Punk and Brock Lesnar tag team on RAW, Heyman says that he is not out there to discuss his “personal life”. The Miz fires back, saying that, last week, Renee Young didn’t want to talk about her personal life, but Heyman still drug Renee’s personal past into the spotlight. The Miz then dares Heyman to “bully” him like Heyman did to Renee. Heyman immediately begins to sweat The Miz, saying that he is just an “advocate” and would not dream of attempting to bully a former WWE Champion like The Miz. Instead, Heyman introduces a man who can bully The Miz, his client, the Intercontinental Champion, Curtis Axel. With Axel in the ring, The Miz says that he thinks that Heyman is lying about his involvement with Brock Lesnar’s attack on CM Punk, but that is not his concern right now, saying that the Intercontinental Champion is on his show, uninvited. Heyman says that he is a guest on Miz TV and Curtis Axel is his guest, but suggests that The Miz is too “intimidated” to question Heyman with Curtis Axel in the ring. The Miz asks Curtis Axel how the third-generation star will fit into the Paul Heyman mold once he takes the Intercontinental Title away from him. Curtis says that he is very possessive of the Intercontinental Title and he takes The Miz’s threats very “personally”. The Miz then gets in the Intercontinental Champion’s face, challenging him to defend the gold against him right now! However, Heyman steps in, saying that his clients do not “fight for free” and Curtis Axel does not defend the title on an “impromptu basis”. When The Miz gets in the face of Paul Heyman, Curtis Axel spots his chance to strike, kicking The Miz in the knee and dropping “The Awesome One” with the Axel Cutter!
Following her mockery of Kaitlyn on RAW, the Divas Champion was in action on SmackDown as AJ Lee, with Big E. Langston in her corner, went one-on-one with Natalya in a non-title match. However, before the match begins, Kaitlyn skips out to the stage, doing her best AJ Lee impersonation, claiming that, in addition to CM Punk, Kane, Daniel Bryan, and Dolph Ziggler, AJ has also had relationships with WWE’s Timekeeper, Mark Yeaton, and WWE’s ringside physician Dr. Sampson, as well as SmackDown Ring Announcer Lilian Garcia! The match would then get underway and, during the match, Kaitlyn would skip around ringside and, unlike AJ Lee’s distraction on RAW, Kaitlyn’s distraction would succeed as Natalya would roll AJ Lee up, pinning the Divas Champion for the win! After the match, Kaitlyn would get a measure of payback, blasting the Divas Champion with the Spear.
Backstage, SmackDown Senior Advisor Theodore Long is confronted by WWE Chairman Mr. McMahon, who asks about the participants for the World Heavyweight Championship Contract Money-in-the-Bank Ladder Match and Theodore Long says that he wanted to think outside the box and focus on the future of the WWE. Long then reveals to the Chairman that the World Heavyweight Championship Contract Money-in-the-Bank Ladder Match will feature Wade Barrett, Jack Swagger, Antonio Cesaro, Fandango, Dean Ambrose, Cody Rhodes, & Damien Sandow with the winner earning a guaranteed shot at the World Heavyweight Title!
With Daniel Bryan a guest on commentary, “The Big Red Monster” Kane would go one-on-one with the man that Daniel Bryan defeated on RAW, “The Viper” Randy Orton. During the match, Kane would get knocked to the outside and while Kane took a moment to compose himself, Daniel Bryan would decide to “help” his former partner, sending Kane back into the ring and right into the RKO from Randy Orton en route to Orton picking up the win! However, Daniel Bryan did not appear upset over costing Kane the match as Bryan smiles all the way up the ramp.
Just over two weeks before he faces Chris Jericho at Money-in-the-Bank, Ryback was in action on SmackDown as “The Sin City Cyborg” faced Justin Gabriel. Justin Gabriel would work over the leg of Ryback throughout the match, but Ryback would power through, dropping Gabriel with Shell Shocked en route to picking up the win. After the match, Chris Jericho rushes out, feigning concern for Ryback’s injured leg before suggesting that, given all of the complaining he does, he should change his name to “Cryback”! Jericho then rushes the ring, targeting the injured leg of Ryback, but “The Sin City Cyborg” narrowly escapes, making a quick exit from the ring.
After targeting Christian on last week’s SmackDown and on Wednesday’s Main Event, “Captain Charisma” would enlist the help of Jimmy & Jey Uso to face The Shield, United States Champion Dean Ambrose and WWE Tag Team Champions Seth Rollins & Roman Reigns, in a 6-Man Tag Match. In the end, it was Christian hitting the Spear on Dean Ambrose, picking up a rare 6-Man Tag victory over The Shield for Christian and Jimmy & Jey Uso!
Then it was time for World Heavyweight Champion Alberto Del Rio’s celebration of himself as Del Rio, along with Ricardo Rodriguez, would present Fiesta Del Rio, complete with a mariachi band and a piñata! Del Rio says that they are out there to celebrate that he is the World Heavyweight Champion and he is going to do things his way. The champion then states that, for his fiesta, he is going to only speak Spanish. After doing a promo in Spanish, the World Heavyweight Champion then decides to get down to playing some “games”. With that, Del Rio targets the Dolph Ziggler piñata, busting the piñata open and saying that he busted open that piñata just like he bashed in Dolph Ziggler’s brains at Payback. Del Rio then vows to do the same thing in two weeks at Money-in-the-Bank, saying he will retain the World Heavyweight Title. Del Rio then says that Dolph Ziggler promised to crash his fiesta before actually daring the #1 Contender to come out and face him. Ziggler does just that, taking his time in getting to the ring before brawling with the World Heavyweight Champion! After tossing Ricardo Rodriguez out of the ring, Dolph takes it to Del Rio and, when Rodriguez tries to come off of the top rope, Ziggler grabs Rodriguez, tossing Ricardo off of the top and through a table filled with chips and salsa! Dolph then drops Del Rio with the Zig Zag, but the champion narrowly escapes a guitar shot from Ziggler, which results in Dolph smashing the guitar across the face of Ricardo Rodriguez! As the mariachi band plays, Dolph Ziggler enjoys his own fiesta.

WWE Raw: June 24 2013 Results

Daniel Bryan makes his entrance and stands in the middle of the ring with a microphone. The crowd is on fire for the goat-faced star. Bryan says that there are those who say he has a small guy syndrome. He mentions all the times in his life that people have been surprised by the fact that he is a wrestler. He also assures the crowd that he was not an extra in the Hobbit. Bryan’s current issue stems from the fact that some people consider him to be the weak link. He says that he will not be satisfied until he pins Orton or is able to make him tap out.
Randy Orton’s music hits and he enters the ring. Bryan begins to speak but Orton grabs the mic. He says that he is here to tell Bryan straight to his face to shut up and fight.
Bryan complies and takes it right to Orton. Bryan punches him back and out of the ring. Orton gets back inside to begin this rubber match.
Daniel Bryan v. Randy Orton
The action quickly spills out of the ring as both competitors are pulling out all the stops. Charles Robinson is furious and demands that the competitors get back into the ring. He follows them outside as they brawl around the commentators’ booth. Robinson eventually has no choice but to call for the bell, as he cannot separate the two competitors.
Winner: Double Disqualification
Several more referees run down to ringside to split the men apart. RAW fades to commercial as Orton and Bryan continue to scream at each other.
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Vickie and Brad Maddox are talking in the office. Bryan is riled up as he charges into the office. Bryan demands that he get a match tonight against Orton. Brad says that they have a full show tonight. Bryan demands that he either get a match against Orton or Brad tonight. Maddox looks nervous as Vickie responds. She says that Bryan will have his match against Orton. He shouts yes and walks away. Brad looks very relieved. Vince walks into the office and scolds Vickie for a moment. He presents the question of whether Vickie is fully capable of her duties. There are those who claim that she is not. Vickie tries to reassure Vince of her worth.
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Sheamus & Christian v. Cody Rhodes & Damien Sandow
Christian and Rhodes start the match. They exchange a few blows before faking a lock up. Christian attempts a few covers but Rhodes kicks out of each. They fall to the outside of the ring. Sheamus comes over to keep Sandow from sneaking in with a cheap shot. When Christian rolls back in the ring Cody is inside to meet him. He holds Christian down and tags in Sandow. Damien works the upper body of Christian. Sandow applies a stretch to tweak the area. Christian fights back to his feet as the crowd gets into the match. Sandow hits a side Russian leg sweep. Elbow of disdain and a cover, but Christian kicks. Rhodes kicks Orton hard in the gut. Christian and Rhodes run the ropes and both go for crossbodys. They splash together and fall down to the mat.
Sheamus gets the hot tag and charges into the ring as Sandow comes in off of a tag of his own. Sheamus sets him up on the apron and starts in on his clubbing blows. Cody tries to come to the aid of Sandow by tagging himself into this match. Sheamus responds by greeting Cody with a Brogue Kick. This match is over.
Winners: Sheamus & Christian
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CM Punk is in the back texting on his phone. Vickie walks into the shot by Punk is not interested. He asks if Paul Heyman is here tonight. Vickie says that she hasn’t seen him. Punk asks about Lesnar. Vickie responds that she doesn’t even know if he is in the building tonight. Punk is not pleased and yells at Vickie to let him know if they show up.
Kaitlyn v. Aksana
The match barely gets under way before he music hits. She looks around confused. AJ Lee walks out onto the entrance ramp wearing a muscle suit and a wig.
The distraction is enough to let Aksana sneak a roll up. Kaitlyn kicks out and hits a spear to finish this match.
Winner: Kaitlyn
After the match Big E. Langston comes out on the ramp and pretends to deliver flowers to the faux Kaitlyn. AJ and Langston chuckle as Layla is forced to hold Kaitlyn back in the ring.
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Chris Jericho v. Alberto Del Rio
The match starts with a back and forth exchange. The crowd is steadily behind Jericho. He flips over Rio for a stretch, but Alberto kicks out. The action spills out of the ring as RAW fades to commercial.
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Del Rio tosses Jericho out of the ring. Jericho makes it back in before the count of ten. They exchange chops back and forth. Jericho falls to the mat. Rio stomps on his back. Cover, but Jericho kicks out. Rio hits a snapmare and kicks Jericho in the spine. Back on their feet Rio delivers a few headbutts and then tosses Jericho hard into the corner. Jericho is on his knees as Rio continues the attack. Cover, but Jericho kicks out.
Del Rio charges at Chris in the corner, but Chris moves out of the way and Rio hits his shoulder against the corner. Jericho looks for the Code Breaker, but Rio blocks. Jericho rolls through for a cover. Rio kicks out.
The match continues as Jericho and Rio attempt to find their bearings. Del Rio spins around to apply the cross arm breaker. Jericho is in the middle of the ring and just barely manages to escape. Jericho attempts the Walls of Jericho and locks it in.
Ricardo Rodriguez charges into the ring and hits Jericho with his bucket. Ziggler charges down to the ring and attacks Del Rio. Together they toss Del Rio and Ricardo out of the ring.
Winner via DQ: Chris Jericho
Ziggler and Jericho stare each other down. Ziggler hits the Zig Zag on Jericho and walks away.
Vickie and Brad are talking in an office. Vickie says she is thinking of cancelling the match between Bryan and Orton. HHH walks into the office. He is not pleased that the match may be ending. She says that Vince think he is too small and isn’t that good. HHH says that what really matters is what the WWE Universe thinks. HHH tells Vickie that if she listens to him everything will be okay. He mocks Brad’s purple shirt as he walks away.
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Jerry Lawler is in the ring with Vickie Guerrero and Brad Maddox. They are about to reveal the cover of the WWE 2K14 video game. He announces that fans can design their own covers. A contest will occur to determine the best cover, which will be featured on the flip side of the main cover. Vickie tells Jerry she can take it from here. The fans start to boo as she talks. She announces that she has designed a cover of her own. It features the three McMahons. Brad offers one that he designed. It features Cena, Punk and himself.
Lawler has had enough and reveals the real cover. It features solely The Rock.
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Ryback v. The Great Khali w/ Natalya & Hornswoggle
Khali pushes Ryback back into the corner and kicks him repeatedly. Instead of continuing on with a wrestling match, they divide that it is time to go home. Ryback lifts Khali up on his shoulders and delivers Shell Shocked to end this match.
Winner: Ryback
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John Cena is out with his belt to cut a promo in the middle of the ring. He is out to address the attack by Mark Henry last week on RAW. Cena says that Henry’s speech was a disaster because it tarnishes the experience for those like Edge, HBK & Ric Flair who gave such promos in the past. Henry was mocking all of theme. Cena points out that Mark Henry has been here for seventeen years. Cena says that Henry is big, bad and dangerous and will clearly stoop to any level. Cena says that Henry forgot to check his calendar because they are still in whoop ass season. The Champ is here.
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Brodus Clay & Sweet T w/ The Funkadactyls v. The Usos v. 3MB
While this is a Triple Threat match, only two competitors can be in the ring at the same time. The tags are constant near the start. Several of the competitors spill out of the ring and Brodus leaps right out on them. Sweet is left in the ring with The Usos. He is hit with a Samoan Drop and a Samoan Splash.
Winners: The Usos
After the match, The Shield’s music hits. They appear on the stairs. The Usos signal that they are coming for the belts.
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Paul Heyman comes down to the ring. He wants to bring CM Punk down to the ring so they can have this discussion face to face. Punk makes his way down to the ring and begins the story of how he and Heyman came to work with each other. He discusses how when he was in developmental he was doomed to fail. Despite all of the obstacles in the way, despite being told to fire Punk multiple times, Heyman stood by Punk. Despite this relationship, it is time for Punk and Heyman to part ways. Punk warns Heyman to let Lesnar know that he is coming for him. Punk reminds the audience that he is the best in the world. Punk claims Lesnar doesn’t have the balls to be here tonight so Heyman must deliver the message. Punk demands to know from Heyman whether or not he sent Lesnar out to the ring last week. Punk demands that Heyman swear on his children and answer the question.
Heyman swears that he did not know Lesnar was there last week. He continues on to say that Punk picked a fight with Lesnar when he said that Lesnar needed Heyman. Heyman says that he has many flaws, but he isn’t stupid. Heyman says that he will again walk down the aisle with Punk again. It may not be for a while, but there will be a time when it happens. As unpopular as it may be, Heyman loves Punk. Heyman swears that he will never represent anyone against CM Punk. That includes Brock Lesnar. Heyman reiterates that everyone told him to fire Punk, but he did not listen. Heyman points out the same people are now telling Punk to get rid of Heyman. Paul’s fate is in the hands of CM Punk. Heyman says that it s Punk’s move.
Punk says that he is sorry he doubted Heyman. He grasps Heyman for an embrace. They stay in each other’s arms till the end of the segment.
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CM Punk v. Darren Young
Punk goes for a quick cover but Young kicks. Punk pushes Young into the corner and kicks him. Young is able to break free and tries to fight back. He connects with a couple of blows and then locks on a rear headlock. He transfers to the front. Punk escapes but is knocked down for a cover. Punk kicks out. Young continues the attack. Punk tries to charge towards the corner but Young moves out of the way. Instead of continuing the attack Darren takes a moment for the trash talk. He locks on another headlock. Punk breaks free and starts to mount his come back.
Punks climbs the turnbuckle but Young runs right up at him. Punk falls to the apron. Punk springboards into the ring for an arm lariat. Cover, but Young kicks out. Punk lifts Young up, but Young slips off his shoulders. Young hits his double knee to the gut drop. Cover, but Punk kicks out. Titus is furious that it was not a three count.
Punk grabs Young and locks on the Anaconda Vice. Young immediately attacks.
Winner: CM Punk
After the match Titus O’Neill runs into the ring and attacks Punk. CM Punk cannot fight off both people.
Curtis Axel’s music hits and he charges down from the ramp. He clears the ring and comes to the aid of Punk. They clear the ring.
Vickie is in her office on the phone she is furious that Brad has disappeared, as she needs help. Stephanie McMahon comes in and says that she is upset that Vickie has yet to announce who is in the RAW Money in the Bank Ladder Match. Vickie says that she has just been busy.
Stephanie McMahon comes out to announce the participants:
CM Punk
Daniel Bryan
Sheamus
Randy Orton
Christian
Kane
Rob Van Dam
Vickie is in her office with Brad. Maddox says that he was helping Stephanie put the participants together. Jericho and Ryback walk into the office. Jericho is upset that he is in not in the match as he has been in more Money in the Bank matches than anyone in history. Ryback tells Jericho to cry him a river. Vickie announces that at the Money in the Bank PPV it will be Chris Jericho v. Ryback.
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Paul Heyman and CM Punk are in the locker room. Heyman says that he sent Curtis Axel down to help Punk because he didn’t want to watch his friend get attacked. Punk is not amused.
Mark Henry comes down to the ring and says that people are upset at him. They are upset that he used his friends, family and other Superstars to get his point across. Henry vows to not apologize to anybody. Henry says that he does not deserve what has come his way as of late. People always tell him what defines his life. They tell him that he is a big kid and shouldn’t hurt the little children. He was told to work hard and go to the Olympics and win it for America. Henry is here for himself and he is going to take what he wants. That’s what he do.
Promo airs for the Wyatt Family
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The WWE Universe has been voting on the stipulation for tonight’s main event. The options are:
Lumberjack Match
Street Fight
Falls Count Anywhere
The fans go with Street Fight tonight.
Street Fight
Daniel Bryan v. Randy Orton
The action immediately spills out of the ring. Orton tosses Bryan into the barricade and then back into the ring. Orton is kicked out with a baseball slide as he tries to get inside. Bryan is fired up and charges for a suicide dive but Orton swings up with a steel chair to halt him in progress.
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Back from the break there are foreign objects littered around the ring. During the break the competitors had fought up to the entrance ramp. Orton grabs a table and slides it into the ring. Bryan kicks him back. Orton follows with a head-butt and drops Bryan gut first onto the ropes.
Bryan flips over Orton and hits a clothesline. Bryan is hulking up and charges at Orton. He hits a missile dropkick and then delivers a few more kicks. Bryan charges but Orton throws a chair at his face. Cover, but Bryan kicks out.
There is a table set up on the outside of the ring. Orton is on the apron and Bryan is in the ring. Bryan slides under Orton’s legs and then powerbombs him through the table to the outside. Bryan slides Orton back into the ring.
Bryan grabs a kendo stick and kicks a seated Orton. Bryan switches between kicks and hits. Orton grabs Bryan for a T-Bone suplex. A table has been set up against the corner. Orton suplexes Bryan through the bottom part of the table.
Bryan struggles to his feet and exchanges a few chops. Orton lifts Bryan up onto the top turnbuckle. Bryan tries to punch Orton down and sends him to the mat. Bryan leaps for a missile dropkick but Orton counters into a powerbomb. Cover, but Bryan kicks out.
Bryan grabs Orton and cinches on the Yes Lock. Orton is unable to fight free. Orton sees a kendo stick and reaches for it. He hits Bryan over the head and then continues the onslaught with the kendo stick. Orton puts Bryan on the apron and connects with a suspended DDT. It connects. The crowd is on their feet as Orton looks for the RKO. Bryan counters into a Yes Lock. Orton again is struggling to grab a kendo stick. He gets it within his grasp. Bryan keeps Orton from hitting him and uses the kendo stick to apply the Yes Lock. Randy Orton has no choice but to tap.
Winner: Daniel Bryan
After the match Randy Orton, gets to his feet and looks to Bryan. They shake hands. Orton slides out of the ring without attacking his foe. Daniel Bryan and the crowd celebrate as RAW goes off the air.

WWE Smackdown Results June 21 2013

DAYTON, OH – SmackDown sizzled in the wake of WWE Payback, featuring World Heavyweight Champion Alberto Del Rio against Chris Jericho, a tough-as-nails Intercontinental Championship Rematch and a personal showdown for respect between The Viper and WWE’s submission specialist.

Still frustrated that his match against Randy Orton was stopped on Raw,Daniel Bryan expressed his belief that the WWE officials responsible did so not because of injury, but because they felt he was the “weak link.” Still, he placed the greatest blame on Orton himself, believing that WWE’s Apex Predator had pitied him like a “little dog.”

Exclusive: Bryan discusses his match being stopped | Exclusive: Triple H's side of story The Viper emerged to make it clear that their match had been stopped because people were worried about Bryan’s safety. He explained that he hadn’t pitied the submission specialist, but respected him for how hard he fought. When Bryan made it clear that he would shove the “respect” that the nine-time World Champion claimed to have for him down his throat in their SmackDown main event match, the fed-up Orton said he would hurt his opponent so bad that he would have to be carried out.

After tasting a post-match Brogue Kick from Sheamus on Raw, Cody Rhodes was poised to get even in a one-on-one SmackDown match against the Irish Superstar.

Photos of Sandow's vicious attack on SheamusIn the height of the action, Sheamus stopped the outside interference of Damien Sandow by ramming Rhodes into him. And though the skilled grandson of a plumber readjusted to avoid White Noise, that didn’t stop The Celtic Warrior from making him tap out to the Cloverleaf. Before the smoke could even clear, however, Sandow attacked the three-time World Champion, getting the last laugh as he left his adversary reeling on the canvas.

In a feverish back-and-forth slugfest, Intercontinental Champion Curtis Axel successfully defended his title against former titleholder Wade Barrett. As The Miz looked on from the SmackDown announce table, the newest “Paul Heyman Guy” convincingly turned back The Barrett Barrage with a swinging neckbreaker.

Photos of Axel's first title defense| Is Axel better than "Perfect?"After the bell, The Awesome One stepped into the ring, intent on mixing it up with Axel. But before they could do so, Paul Heyman talked his Superstar out of the confrontation.

Once a mentor to AJ Lee, Natalya emerged to take on therecently crowned Divas Champion on SmackDown. Though the third-generation Diva looked to punish the new titleholder for her recent acts of humiliation against Kaitlyn and her disrespect of the entire Divas division, AJ ultimately made Natalya tap out to the Black Widow.

Photos of hot Divas action| Photos of heated Divas rivalries

While a still-distraught Kaitlyn watched the match from the back, Aksana interrupted her with attitude and paid for it in a “trashy” Divas brawl.

With controversy still running wild over the ruthless methods by which he recaptured the World Heavyweight Championship from Dolph Ziggler at WWE Payback, Alberto Del Rio took on six-time World Champion Chris Jericho in a classic showdown.

Photos of the chaos that unfolded| Photos of Ziggler vs. Del Rio at WWE Payback

When Y2J avoided the Cross Armbreaker and locked in The Walls of Jericho, Ricardo Rodriguez climbed onto the ring apron – prompting Jericho to put the Lion Tamer version of his dreaded finishing maneuver on the ring announcer. As he did, Dolph Ziggler stormed into the ring looking for retribution on Del Rio and bringing an end to the contest by disqualification.

While Del Rio headed for the hills, Jericho – frustrated over Ziggler’s involvement – hit The Showoff with a Codebreaker. With his bleach-blond adversary down, Del Rio returned to the ring and delivered another fierce kick to Ziggler’s head.

For the first time in nearly a year, Christian returned from a shoulder injury to SmackDown, overcoming Drew McIntyre and the interference of his 3MB “band mates” with the Killswitch.

Photos: The "Hounds" attack Captain Charisma

But, as the former World Heavyweight Champion was expressing how wonderful it was to be back on the blue brand in front of his Peeps, The Shield suddenly attacked Captain Charisma and hit him with a Triple Powerbomb as a welcome back present.

With the WWE Universe still scratching their heads as to why Brock Lesnar hit CM Punk with an F-5 on Raw, Renee Young attempted to ask Paul Heyman the hard questions. She’s probably sorry she did.

Obsessed with showing he was not a “weak link,” Daniel Bryan set out to definitively conquer Randy Orton in a feverous rematch from Raw. For his part, The Viper was fed up with his opponent's fixation and was out to hurt his bearded prey. A highly personal main event conflict ensued between two of the most dangerous Superstars in WWE as Orton and Bryan left it all on the canvas.

Photos of explosive SmackDown main event

After the battle had expanded through the ropes, Bryan was able to jump back into the ring before the referee reached the 10-count, while Orton could not do the same – resulting in a count-out victory for the “goat-faced” warrior.

Rather than being satisfied with his victory, though, Bryan was left absolutely outraged as SmackDown went off the air, begging the referee to restart the match.

WWE Smackdown Results June 21 2013

DAYTON, OH – SmackDown sizzled in the wake of WWE Payback, featuring World Heavyweight Champion Alberto Del Rio against Chris Jericho, a tough-as-nails Intercontinental Championship Rematch and a personal showdown for respect between The Viper and WWE’s submission specialist.

Still frustrated that his match against Randy Orton was stopped on Raw,Daniel Bryan expressed his belief that the WWE officials responsible did so not because of injury, but because they felt he was the “weak link.” Still, he placed the greatest blame on Orton himself, believing that WWE’s Apex Predator had pitied him like a “little dog.”

Exclusive: Bryan discusses his match being stopped | Exclusive: Triple H's side of story The Viper emerged to make it clear that their match had been stopped because people were worried about Bryan’s safety. He explained that he hadn’t pitied the submission specialist, but respected him for how hard he fought. When Bryan made it clear that he would shove the “respect” that the nine-time World Champion claimed to have for him down his throat in their SmackDown main event match, the fed-up Orton said he would hurt his opponent so bad that he would have to be carried out.

After tasting a post-match Brogue Kick from Sheamus on Raw, Cody Rhodes was poised to get even in a one-on-one SmackDown match against the Irish Superstar.

Photos of Sandow's vicious attack on SheamusIn the height of the action, Sheamus stopped the outside interference of Damien Sandow by ramming Rhodes into him. And though the skilled grandson of a plumber readjusted to avoid White Noise, that didn’t stop The Celtic Warrior from making him tap out to the Cloverleaf. Before the smoke could even clear, however, Sandow attacked the three-time World Champion, getting the last laugh as he left his adversary reeling on the canvas.

In a feverish back-and-forth slugfest, Intercontinental Champion Curtis Axel successfully defended his title against former titleholder Wade Barrett. As The Miz looked on from the SmackDown announce table, the newest “Paul Heyman Guy” convincingly turned back The Barrett Barrage with a swinging neckbreaker.

Photos of Axel's first title defense| Is Axel better than "Perfect?"After the bell, The Awesome One stepped into the ring, intent on mixing it up with Axel. But before they could do so, Paul Heyman talked his Superstar out of the confrontation.

Once a mentor to AJ Lee, Natalya emerged to take on therecently crowned Divas Champion on SmackDown. Though the third-generation Diva looked to punish the new titleholder for her recent acts of humiliation against Kaitlyn and her disrespect of the entire Divas division, AJ ultimately made Natalya tap out to the Black Widow.

Photos of hot Divas action| Photos of heated Divas rivalries

While a still-distraught Kaitlyn watched the match from the back, Aksana interrupted her with attitude and paid for it in a “trashy” Divas brawl.

With controversy still running wild over the ruthless methods by which he recaptured the World Heavyweight Championship from Dolph Ziggler at WWE Payback, Alberto Del Rio took on six-time World Champion Chris Jericho in a classic showdown.

Photos of the chaos that unfolded| Photos of Ziggler vs. Del Rio at WWE Payback

When Y2J avoided the Cross Armbreaker and locked in The Walls of Jericho, Ricardo Rodriguez climbed onto the ring apron – prompting Jericho to put the Lion Tamer version of his dreaded finishing maneuver on the ring announcer. As he did, Dolph Ziggler stormed into the ring looking for retribution on Del Rio and bringing an end to the contest by disqualification.

While Del Rio headed for the hills, Jericho – frustrated over Ziggler’s involvement – hit The Showoff with a Codebreaker. With his bleach-blond adversary down, Del Rio returned to the ring and delivered another fierce kick to Ziggler’s head.

For the first time in nearly a year, Christian returned from a shoulder injury to SmackDown, overcoming Drew McIntyre and the interference of his 3MB “band mates” with the Killswitch.

Photos: The "Hounds" attack Captain Charisma

But, as the former World Heavyweight Champion was expressing how wonderful it was to be back on the blue brand in front of his Peeps, The Shield suddenly attacked Captain Charisma and hit him with a Triple Powerbomb as a welcome back present.

With the WWE Universe still scratching their heads as to why Brock Lesnar hit CM Punk with an F-5 on Raw, Renee Young attempted to ask Paul Heyman the hard questions. She’s probably sorry she did.

Obsessed with showing he was not a “weak link,” Daniel Bryan set out to definitively conquer Randy Orton in a feverous rematch from Raw. For his part, The Viper was fed up with his opponent's fixation and was out to hurt his bearded prey. A highly personal main event conflict ensued between two of the most dangerous Superstars in WWE as Orton and Bryan left it all on the canvas.

Photos of explosive SmackDown main event

After the battle had expanded through the ropes, Bryan was able to jump back into the ring before the referee reached the 10-count, while Orton could not do the same – resulting in a count-out victory for the “goat-faced” warrior.

Rather than being satisfied with his victory, though, Bryan was left absolutely outraged as SmackDown went off the air, begging the referee to restart the match.

WWE Payback Results

From a grueling WWE Championship Three Stages of Hell Match to the much-anticipated return of CM Punk to the shocking crowning of new World Heavyweight, Intercontinental and Divas Champions, the inaugural WWE Payback event was a night full of excitement and surprises. Catch up on all the action and exclusive content!

Complete WWE Payback 2013 results:

WWE Payback Kickoff Match Sheamus def. Damien Sandow

Intercontinental Championship Triple Threat Match Curtis Axel def. Wade Barrett (c) and The Miz to become new Intercontinental Champion

Divas Championship Match AJ Lee def. Kaitlyn (c) to become the new Divas Champion

United States Championship Match Dean Ambrose (c) def. Kane

World Heavyweight Championship Match Alberto Del Rio def. Dolph Ziggler (c) to become new World Heavyweight Champion

CM Punk def. Chris Jericho

WWE Tag Team Championship Match Seth Rollins and Roman Reigns (c) def. Randy Orton and Daniel Bryan

WWE Championship Three Stages of Hell Match John Cena (c) def. Ryback.

WWE Smackdown Results 14-6-13

The show begins with a teaser of what is to come tonight. Dolph Ziggler and Big E Langston will face Alberto Del Rio and Chris Jericho. Also, The Shield will face the team of Randy Orton, Daniel Bryan and Kane.

Daniel Bryan makes his way to the ring. Bryan says if when he first debuted, he would have thought he would become World Champion. However, he didn’t think he would lose it in 18 seconds. Did he think he could win the Tag Team Championships with anybody? Yes. Did he think he would spend 9 months with Kane? No. Despite this, Daniel says Team Hell No is one of the greatest tag teams in WWE history. Daniel invites Kane to the ring.

Kane makes his way to the ring. Kane says he knows why he was called out, but is only intrested in their match with the Shield later tonight. Daniel says he want to get everything out in the open. Daniel says the last 9 months have been awesome. Daniel says he is proud with what they have done, in and out of the ring. At Payback, Kane won’t be Daniel’s partner. Daniel says after Payback, he will be Tag Team Champions with someone else. Bryan says he and Kane won’t be teaming up. Kane asks if Daniel is breaking up with him. Kane says the same will happen when he defeats Dean Ambrose for the US Championship. Daniel says they could still team if that happens, but no if RKNo wins the championships. Kane says Bryan thinks it is a given that they will win, even though they couldn’t beat the Shield. Also, Orton and Bryan hate each other. Bryan asks if Kane thinks that he can’t do it. Kane says yes. Bryan begins talking about being the weak link, and proving that he isn’t. Bryan says Kane needs to watch that he and Randy will do something that he and Kane couldn’t do. When that happens, Daniel says that would mean he is the weak link. Kane grabs Daniel by the neck. Randy Orton interrupts.

Orton says he can’t let Daniel do that. Although he wouldn’t mind seeing a Chokeslam to Bryan, he needs him for Payback. Orton says it could start a chain reaction that could lead to an RKO. Orton and Kane get in each others face, but Daniel says he didn’t need help. Orton asks about the partner thing, as Kane goes to leave. Bryan begins saying he will run like he always does. The Shield appear on the Titantron.

Rollins speaks of how entertaining this team is, with their arguing. Ambrose says after all these months of losing to the Shield, they would be mad too. Ambrose says still after all this time, they are still untouchable. Ambrose says it will be the same as always tonight. Reigns says tonight they will lose, just like at Payback.

-Commercials

Sheamus makes his way to the ring. Antonio Cesaro is in the ring. Before the match begins, Sandow comes out with a mic. Sandow says Cesaro speaks 5 different languages. Sandow says like the unwashed masses, he doubts Sheamus can speak 1. Sandow says he will defeat Sheamus at Payback.

Sheamus vs. Antonio Cesaro

They lock up, as Cesaro is backed into the ropes. Antonio gets away with a European Uppercut. They lock up again, as Sheamus is backed into the corner. Cesaro slaps Sheamus, but is taken to the floor with punches. Sheamus goes to kick him from the ring, but Cesaro gets away. Sheamus gets his hands on Cesaro, connecting with a Clothesline. Cesaro fights back with uppercuts, but is whipped. Cesaro is hit with a Front Powerslam. Pin, but a kick out. Sheamus throws some fists to Cesaro. Sheamus goes for a Suplex, but is taken down by Cesaro. Antonio deadlifts Sheamus from the mat into a Gutwrench Suplex. Cesaro hits a Clothesline to Sheamus, sending him to the floor. Cesaro goes to the apron, attempting to dive on him. Sheamus catches him, connecting with a Fallaway Slam into the barricade.

-Commercials

Sheamus whips Cesaro from the corner, but is greeted with a Back Elbow. Sheamus then hits the Irish Curse. Pin, but a kick out. Sheamus rolls to the floor, as Cesaro follows. Antonio drives Sheamus into the steel steps. Sheamus is pushed back into the ring, as Cesaro follows. Pin, but a kick out. Cesaro locks in a Headlock, as Sheamus tries to fight out. Cesaro holds the Headlock, swinging him by the head. Pin, but a kick out. Sheamus finally gets away, with a Back Body Drop. Sheamus connects with Double Axe Handles. Sheamus goes for a Running Knee Lift, but is taken down with a Clothesline. Cesaro connects with a Double Stomp to Sheamus’ chest. Pin, but a kick out. Sheamus is whipped, as he is kicked by Cesaro. Sheamus blocks the second, sending Cesaro to the apron. Sheamus proceeds with clubs to the chest. An Irish Curse, from the apron, follows. Pin, but a kick out. Sheamus picks up Cesaro, but is taken out with an Uppercut. Cesaro follows with a Side Death Valley Driver. Pin, but a kick out. Cesaro pushes Sheamus into the corner, but is hit with a Brouge Kick.

Winner: Sheamus via pinfall

After the match, Sheamus is ambushed on the ramp. Sandow backs away after the attack.

-Commercials

A Wyatt Family vignette is shown.

A CM Punk video package is shown.

Teddy Long is backstage, a he goes to eat a burger from Hardee’s. Dolph Ziggler, AJ and Big E come into his office. Dolph says it has been a month since he has had a match on Smackdown, and is 2 days away from his title defense. Dolph wonders why he was put in a match, but still promises what he does tonight will be a taste of what is to come Sunday. They all leave as Teddy goes to eat his burger. Big E comes back, eating near half of it. Big E says it was good, giving it back.

The Great Khali makes his way to the ring, with Natalya and Hornswoggle.

-Commercials

Heath Slater, with Jinder Mahal and Drew McIntyre makes his way to the ring.

Great Khali w/ Natalya and Hornswoggle vs. Heath Slater w/ Drew McIntyre and Jinder Mahal

They lock up, as Khali pushes Heath across the ring. Slater slaps Khali, but is taken to the corner with a chop. Slater is chopped once again. Slater throws punches to Khali, but is taken out with a Big Boot. Khali connects with Clotheslines. Heath is hit with a Brain Chop. Drew and Jinder go up to Natalya and Hornswoggle. Jinder pushes Hornswoggle, getting a chop from Khali. Slater gets on the distraction, connecting with a DDT for the win.

Winner: Heath Slater via pinfall

-Commercials

Ricardo Rodriguez introduces Alberto Del Rio, as he makes his way to the ring. Chris Jericho makes his way to the ring. Dolph Ziggler and Big E Langston, with AJ Lee, make their way to the ring.

World Heavyweight Champion Dolph Ziggler and Big E Langston w/ AJ Lee vs. Chris Jericho and Alberto Del Rio w/ Ricardo Rodriguez

Alberto and Ziggler start off, as Big E is tagged. Langston and Del Rio lock up, as Del Rio is taken into the corner with fists and knees. Del Rio reverses, connecting with an Enzuigri. Big E is taken to the corner, as Jericho is tagged. Chris connects with forearms, but is whipped. Jericho connects with chops. An Enzuigri of his own follows. Pin, but a kick out. Langston takes Jericho into the corner, shouldering him in the gut. Ziggler is tagged, as he stomps away at Jericho. Dolph connects with an Elbow Drop. Pin, but a kick out. Big E is tagged, as he goes for a cornered Jericho. Chris dodges, as Del Rio is tagged. Alberto connects with a Superkick. Pin, but a kick out. Big E runs the ropes, tackling Del Rio to the floor. Del Rio goes around Big E with a Backstabber. Ziggler is tagged, as Del Rio chases him. Ziggler rolls to the floor.

-Commercials

Big E has a Headlock applied, but Jericho gets out. Chris is whipped, but grabs the ropes. Big E charges, and is sent to the floor. Jericho connects with a Dropkick through the ropes. Jericho slams Big E into the apron, and rolls him back into the ring. As Jericho goes to get in, AJ claws at his eyes. Big E then runs into him from the ring. Langston follows Jericho to the floor, throwing him into the barricade. Big E throws Jericho back in the ring and pins. Kick out. Langston connects with a Splash to Jericho. Pin, but a kick out. Ziggler is tagged, as he stomps at Jericho. Ziggler follows with a Neckbreaker. Pin, but a kick out. ZIggler misses with a Splash in the corner, as he is hit with a Bulldog. Del Rio is tagged, as he takes out Ziggler with Clotheslines. A Tilt-a-whirl Backbreaker precedes a Superkick to the head. Big E gets in the ring, but is taken out by Jericho. Dolph then connects a Dropkick to Jericho. Del Rio rolls up Ziggler for the win.

Winners: Alberto Del Rio and Chris Jericho via pinfall

-Commercials

Backstage, Renee Young interviews Jericho on his victory. Jericho speaks about Payback and facing CM Punk. Jericho says everyone will cheer for their hometown hero, but has had many classic Chicago moments, like his debut. Jericho says no one will want to miss Payback. Paul Heyman comes up, wishing him luck. Heyman says that the odds are against Jericho, because Chicago is Punk’s hometown. Also, he has Heyman in his corner. Heyman boasts about Punk being the best in the world, but gets the microphone hit into his face.

Aksana is in the ring. Kaitlyn makes her way to the ring. A highlight from Raw is shown, where AJ makes fun of Kaitlyn. Aksana laughs at it, as Kaitlyn attacks her. Kaitlyn takes out Aksana, but the ref tries to break it up. Kaitlyn slaps the reg in the face, as Aksana runs away. Kaitlyn starts crying in the ring.

A Ryback and John Cena video package is shown.

Curtis Axel makes his way to the ring.

-Commercials

Wade Barrett is in the ring. Barrett grabs a mic, saying he would like to speak with Paul Heyman. Barrett asks why they are having this match now. Wade could very well injure Axel, getting him out of the match at Payback. Wade thinks it would make business sense to leave this until Sunday. Miz comes out with a mic, saying what would they rather do then have a match. Miz says everyone wants to see a match, starting a fight chant.

Intercontinental Champion Wade Barrett vs. Curtis Axel w/ Paul Heyman

They lock up, as Barrett is backed into the corner. Axel stomps away at Barrett, but is kneed in the face. Barrett connects with a Clothesline. Pin, but a kick out. Barrett whips Axel, as he connects with a Dropkick. Curtis is whipped, as he is kicked in the gut with a Savate Kick. Barrett follows Axel to the floor, but Wade is sent into the steel steps. Axel goes to hit Wade, but hit Miz after a side step. Curtis is thrown back in the ring, as Barrett goes in. Axel connects with the Swinging single-handed Neckbreaker for the win.

Winner: Curtis Axel via pinfall

After the match, Miz connects a Skull Crushing Finale to Axel.

Another Bray Wyatt vignette is shown.

The Shield make their way to the ring.

-Commercials

Team Hell No and Randy Orton are in the ring.

The Shield (United States Champion Dean Ambrose and WWE Tag Team Champions Seth Rollins and Roman Reigns) vs. Team Hell No (Daniel Bryan and Kane) and Randy Orton

Seth and Daniel start off, as Bryan is taken into the corner. Rollins whips Daniel , as he does a backflip. Bryan connects with a Larait, following with kicks. Kane is tagged, as he connects with a Low Dropkick. Pin, but a kick out. Kane connects with a Suplex. Pin, but a kick out. Ambrose is tagged, as he connects with fists. Kane connects with a Big boot, after Ambrose runs the ropes. Orton is tagged, as he stomps in Ambrose. Dean is hit with some European Uppercuts and headbutts. Orton connects with a Suplex. Daniel is tagged, as he connects with kicks to the chest. Ambrose backs Daniel into the corner, as Reigns is tagged. Roman connects with a Slam and pins. Kick out. Rollins is tagged, as he throws a flurry of fists. Dean is tagged, as he continues the assault. Dean connects with a Twisting Elbow Drop. Ambrose locks in a Dragon Sleeper, as Daniel knees out. Bryan goes to run the ropes, but is taken with a knee to the gut. Orton is tagged, as he cleans house. Orton connects with a Scoop Slam to Ambrose and Rollins. Ambrose is sent to the apron, as he and Rollins are set up for DDTs. Dean snaps Orton’s neck against the ropes. Pin by Ambrose, but a kick out.

-Commercials

Dean has a Headlock applied, as he knees Orton. Randy is taken down with a Clothesline. Pin, but a kick out. Dean pulls on the fingers and wrist of Orton. Roman is tagged, as he headbutts Orton. Pin, but a kick out. Roman chokes Orton against the ropes. Reigns is hit with a few fists, but fights back. Orton then hits a Backbreaker. Orton sidesteps a tackle from Roman, as he is sent into the ring post. Kane and Dean are tagged, as Kane cleans house. Kane connects with a Front Powerslam to Ambrose. Pin, but a kick out. Kane connects with corner Clotheslines and a Sidewalk Slam. Pin, but a kick out. Kane goes top rope, but misses with the Flying Lariat. Ambrose connects with a Dropkick, sending Kane to the corner. Daniel tags himself, as he Dropkicks Ambrose. Rollins is tagged, as he is hit with a Dropkick. Daniel then connects with a Suicide Dive to the other two. Daniel gets back in the ring, connecting with multiple Dropkicks to a cornered Rollins. Daniel kicks Rollins in the chest, following with Roundhouses to Roman and Dean. Daniel goes top rope, as Dean tries to push him off. Daniel elbows him away, attempting the Flying Goat. Rollins moves away, and pins Daniel. Kick out. Kane takes Dean out of the ring, as Roman takes Kane out. Orton goes for an RKO, but is hit with a Spear. On the outside, Dean and Roman are thrown behind the barricade. Inside the ring, Rollins connects with a Bucklebomb. Rollins goes top rope, but Kane pushes him off. Orton connects with an RKO. Daniel finishes with a No Lock for the win.

Winners: Team Hell No and Randy Orton via submission

WWE Smackdown Results 14-6-13

The show begins with a teaser of what is to come tonight. Dolph Ziggler and Big E Langston will face Alberto Del Rio and Chris Jericho. Also, The Shield will face the team of Randy Orton, Daniel Bryan and Kane.

Daniel Bryan makes his way to the ring. Bryan says if when he first debuted, he would have thought he would become World Champion. However, he didn’t think he would lose it in 18 seconds. Did he think he could win the Tag Team Championships with anybody? Yes. Did he think he would spend 9 months with Kane? No. Despite this, Daniel says Team Hell No is one of the greatest tag teams in WWE history. Daniel invites Kane to the ring.

Kane makes his way to the ring. Kane says he knows why he was called out, but is only intrested in their match with the Shield later tonight. Daniel says he want to get everything out in the open. Daniel says the last 9 months have been awesome. Daniel says he is proud with what they have done, in and out of the ring. At Payback, Kane won’t be Daniel’s partner. Daniel says after Payback, he will be Tag Team Champions with someone else. Bryan says he and Kane won’t be teaming up. Kane asks if Daniel is breaking up with him. Kane says the same will happen when he defeats Dean Ambrose for the US Championship. Daniel says they could still team if that happens, but no if RKNo wins the championships. Kane says Bryan thinks it is a given that they will win, even though they couldn’t beat the Shield. Also, Orton and Bryan hate each other. Bryan asks if Kane thinks that he can’t do it. Kane says yes. Bryan begins talking about being the weak link, and proving that he isn’t. Bryan says Kane needs to watch that he and Randy will do something that he and Kane couldn’t do. When that happens, Daniel says that would mean he is the weak link. Kane grabs Daniel by the neck. Randy Orton interrupts.

Orton says he can’t let Daniel do that. Although he wouldn’t mind seeing a Chokeslam to Bryan, he needs him for Payback. Orton says it could start a chain reaction that could lead to an RKO. Orton and Kane get in each others face, but Daniel says he didn’t need help. Orton asks about the partner thing, as Kane goes to leave. Bryan begins saying he will run like he always does. The Shield appear on the Titantron.

Rollins speaks of how entertaining this team is, with their arguing. Ambrose says after all these months of losing to the Shield, they would be mad too. Ambrose says still after all this time, they are still untouchable. Ambrose says it will be the same as always tonight. Reigns says tonight they will lose, just like at Payback.

-Commercials

Sheamus makes his way to the ring. Antonio Cesaro is in the ring. Before the match begins, Sandow comes out with a mic. Sandow says Cesaro speaks 5 different languages. Sandow says like the unwashed masses, he doubts Sheamus can speak 1. Sandow says he will defeat Sheamus at Payback.

Sheamus vs. Antonio Cesaro

They lock up, as Cesaro is backed into the ropes. Antonio gets away with a European Uppercut. They lock up again, as Sheamus is backed into the corner. Cesaro slaps Sheamus, but is taken to the floor with punches. Sheamus goes to kick him from the ring, but Cesaro gets away. Sheamus gets his hands on Cesaro, connecting with a Clothesline. Cesaro fights back with uppercuts, but is whipped. Cesaro is hit with a Front Powerslam. Pin, but a kick out. Sheamus throws some fists to Cesaro. Sheamus goes for a Suplex, but is taken down by Cesaro. Antonio deadlifts Sheamus from the mat into a Gutwrench Suplex. Cesaro hits a Clothesline to Sheamus, sending him to the floor. Cesaro goes to the apron, attempting to dive on him. Sheamus catches him, connecting with a Fallaway Slam into the barricade.

-Commercials

Sheamus whips Cesaro from the corner, but is greeted with a Back Elbow. Sheamus then hits the Irish Curse. Pin, but a kick out. Sheamus rolls to the floor, as Cesaro follows. Antonio drives Sheamus into the steel steps. Sheamus is pushed back into the ring, as Cesaro follows. Pin, but a kick out. Cesaro locks in a Headlock, as Sheamus tries to fight out. Cesaro holds the Headlock, swinging him by the head. Pin, but a kick out. Sheamus finally gets away, with a Back Body Drop. Sheamus connects with Double Axe Handles. Sheamus goes for a Running Knee Lift, but is taken down with a Clothesline. Cesaro connects with a Double Stomp to Sheamus’ chest. Pin, but a kick out. Sheamus is whipped, as he is kicked by Cesaro. Sheamus blocks the second, sending Cesaro to the apron. Sheamus proceeds with clubs to the chest. An Irish Curse, from the apron, follows. Pin, but a kick out. Sheamus picks up Cesaro, but is taken out with an Uppercut. Cesaro follows with a Side Death Valley Driver. Pin, but a kick out. Cesaro pushes Sheamus into the corner, but is hit with a Brouge Kick.

Winner: Sheamus via pinfall

After the match, Sheamus is ambushed on the ramp. Sandow backs away after the attack.

-Commercials

A Wyatt Family vignette is shown.

A CM Punk video package is shown.

Teddy Long is backstage, a he goes to eat a burger from Hardee’s. Dolph Ziggler, AJ and Big E come into his office. Dolph says it has been a month since he has had a match on Smackdown, and is 2 days away from his title defense. Dolph wonders why he was put in a match, but still promises what he does tonight will be a taste of what is to come Sunday. They all leave as Teddy goes to eat his burger. Big E comes back, eating near half of it. Big E says it was good, giving it back.

The Great Khali makes his way to the ring, with Natalya and Hornswoggle.

-Commercials

Heath Slater, with Jinder Mahal and Drew McIntyre makes his way to the ring.

Great Khali w/ Natalya and Hornswoggle vs. Heath Slater w/ Drew McIntyre and Jinder Mahal

They lock up, as Khali pushes Heath across the ring. Slater slaps Khali, but is taken to the corner with a chop. Slater is chopped once again. Slater throws punches to Khali, but is taken out with a Big Boot. Khali connects with Clotheslines. Heath is hit with a Brain Chop. Drew and Jinder go up to Natalya and Hornswoggle. Jinder pushes Hornswoggle, getting a chop from Khali. Slater gets on the distraction, connecting with a DDT for the win.

Winner: Heath Slater via pinfall

-Commercials

Ricardo Rodriguez introduces Alberto Del Rio, as he makes his way to the ring. Chris Jericho makes his way to the ring. Dolph Ziggler and Big E Langston, with AJ Lee, make their way to the ring.

World Heavyweight Champion Dolph Ziggler and Big E Langston w/ AJ Lee vs. Chris Jericho and Alberto Del Rio w/ Ricardo Rodriguez

Alberto and Ziggler start off, as Big E is tagged. Langston and Del Rio lock up, as Del Rio is taken into the corner with fists and knees. Del Rio reverses, connecting with an Enzuigri. Big E is taken to the corner, as Jericho is tagged. Chris connects with forearms, but is whipped. Jericho connects with chops. An Enzuigri of his own follows. Pin, but a kick out. Langston takes Jericho into the corner, shouldering him in the gut. Ziggler is tagged, as he stomps away at Jericho. Dolph connects with an Elbow Drop. Pin, but a kick out. Big E is tagged, as he goes for a cornered Jericho. Chris dodges, as Del Rio is tagged. Alberto connects with a Superkick. Pin, but a kick out. Big E runs the ropes, tackling Del Rio to the floor. Del Rio goes around Big E with a Backstabber. Ziggler is tagged, as Del Rio chases him. Ziggler rolls to the floor.

-Commercials

Big E has a Headlock applied, but Jericho gets out. Chris is whipped, but grabs the ropes. Big E charges, and is sent to the floor. Jericho connects with a Dropkick through the ropes. Jericho slams Big E into the apron, and rolls him back into the ring. As Jericho goes to get in, AJ claws at his eyes. Big E then runs into him from the ring. Langston follows Jericho to the floor, throwing him into the barricade. Big E throws Jericho back in the ring and pins. Kick out. Langston connects with a Splash to Jericho. Pin, but a kick out. Ziggler is tagged, as he stomps at Jericho. Ziggler follows with a Neckbreaker. Pin, but a kick out. ZIggler misses with a Splash in the corner, as he is hit with a Bulldog. Del Rio is tagged, as he takes out Ziggler with Clotheslines. A Tilt-a-whirl Backbreaker precedes a Superkick to the head. Big E gets in the ring, but is taken out by Jericho. Dolph then connects a Dropkick to Jericho. Del Rio rolls up Ziggler for the win.

Winners: Alberto Del Rio and Chris Jericho via pinfall

-Commercials

Backstage, Renee Young interviews Jericho on his victory. Jericho speaks about Payback and facing CM Punk. Jericho says everyone will cheer for their hometown hero, but has had many classic Chicago moments, like his debut. Jericho says no one will want to miss Payback. Paul Heyman comes up, wishing him luck. Heyman says that the odds are against Jericho, because Chicago is Punk’s hometown. Also, he has Heyman in his corner. Heyman boasts about Punk being the best in the world, but gets the microphone hit into his face.

Aksana is in the ring. Kaitlyn makes her way to the ring. A highlight from Raw is shown, where AJ makes fun of Kaitlyn. Aksana laughs at it, as Kaitlyn attacks her. Kaitlyn takes out Aksana, but the ref tries to break it up. Kaitlyn slaps the reg in the face, as Aksana runs away. Kaitlyn starts crying in the ring.

A Ryback and John Cena video package is shown.

Curtis Axel makes his way to the ring.

-Commercials

Wade Barrett is in the ring. Barrett grabs a mic, saying he would like to speak with Paul Heyman. Barrett asks why they are having this match now. Wade could very well injure Axel, getting him out of the match at Payback. Wade thinks it would make business sense to leave this until Sunday. Miz comes out with a mic, saying what would they rather do then have a match. Miz says everyone wants to see a match, starting a fight chant.

Intercontinental Champion Wade Barrett vs. Curtis Axel w/ Paul Heyman

They lock up, as Barrett is backed into the corner. Axel stomps away at Barrett, but is kneed in the face. Barrett connects with a Clothesline. Pin, but a kick out. Barrett whips Axel, as he connects with a Dropkick. Curtis is whipped, as he is kicked in the gut with a Savate Kick. Barrett follows Axel to the floor, but Wade is sent into the steel steps. Axel goes to hit Wade, but hit Miz after a side step. Curtis is thrown back in the ring, as Barrett goes in. Axel connects with the Swinging single-handed Neckbreaker for the win.

Winner: Curtis Axel via pinfall

After the match, Miz connects a Skull Crushing Finale to Axel.

Another Bray Wyatt vignette is shown.

The Shield make their way to the ring.

-Commercials

Team Hell No and Randy Orton are in the ring.

The Shield (United States Champion Dean Ambrose and WWE Tag Team Champions Seth Rollins and Roman Reigns) vs. Team Hell No (Daniel Bryan and Kane) and Randy Orton

Seth and Daniel start off, as Bryan is taken into the corner. Rollins whips Daniel , as he does a backflip. Bryan connects with a Larait, following with kicks. Kane is tagged, as he connects with a Low Dropkick. Pin, but a kick out. Kane connects with a Suplex. Pin, but a kick out. Ambrose is tagged, as he connects with fists. Kane connects with a Big boot, after Ambrose runs the ropes. Orton is tagged, as he stomps in Ambrose. Dean is hit with some European Uppercuts and headbutts. Orton connects with a Suplex. Daniel is tagged, as he connects with kicks to the chest. Ambrose backs Daniel into the corner, as Reigns is tagged. Roman connects with a Slam and pins. Kick out. Rollins is tagged, as he throws a flurry of fists. Dean is tagged, as he continues the assault. Dean connects with a Twisting Elbow Drop. Ambrose locks in a Dragon Sleeper, as Daniel knees out. Bryan goes to run the ropes, but is taken with a knee to the gut. Orton is tagged, as he cleans house. Orton connects with a Scoop Slam to Ambrose and Rollins. Ambrose is sent to the apron, as he and Rollins are set up for DDTs. Dean snaps Orton’s neck against the ropes. Pin by Ambrose, but a kick out.

-Commercials

Dean has a Headlock applied, as he knees Orton. Randy is taken down with a Clothesline. Pin, but a kick out. Dean pulls on the fingers and wrist of Orton. Roman is tagged, as he headbutts Orton. Pin, but a kick out. Roman chokes Orton against the ropes. Reigns is hit with a few fists, but fights back. Orton then hits a Backbreaker. Orton sidesteps a tackle from Roman, as he is sent into the ring post. Kane and Dean are tagged, as Kane cleans house. Kane connects with a Front Powerslam to Ambrose. Pin, but a kick out. Kane connects with corner Clotheslines and a Sidewalk Slam. Pin, but a kick out. Kane goes top rope, but misses with the Flying Lariat. Ambrose connects with a Dropkick, sending Kane to the corner. Daniel tags himself, as he Dropkicks Ambrose. Rollins is tagged, as he is hit with a Dropkick. Daniel then connects with a Suicide Dive to the other two. Daniel gets back in the ring, connecting with multiple Dropkicks to a cornered Rollins. Daniel kicks Rollins in the chest, following with Roundhouses to Roman and Dean. Daniel goes top rope, as Dean tries to push him off. Daniel elbows him away, attempting the Flying Goat. Rollins moves away, and pins Daniel. Kick out. Kane takes Dean out of the ring, as Roman takes Kane out. Orton goes for an RKO, but is hit with a Spear. On the outside, Dean and Roman are thrown behind the barricade. Inside the ring, Rollins connects with a Bucklebomb. Rollins goes top rope, but Kane pushes him off. Orton connects with an RKO. Daniel finishes with a No Lock for the win.

Winners: Team Hell No and Randy Orton via submission

WWE Payback 2013 Prediction

No fewer than six championships will be decided Sunday at WWE Payback, and that’s saying nothing of the match that holds perhaps the most intrigue for the WWE Universe, CM Punk’s return to in-ring action against Chris Jericho.
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Who will leave Chicago’s Allstate Arena with their heads held up? Which Superstars are most at risk of ending their nights on their backs, staring up at the lights? Join WWE Hall of Famer Howard Finkel and members of WWE.com’s editorial staff for match-by-match predictions for Sunday’s huge event, and don’t forget to catch all the action starting with a very special Kickoff to Payback, which will stream live Sunday starting at 7:30 p.m. ET/4:30 p.m. PT.
WWE Hall of Fame announcer Howard Finkel: I believe this contest might very well rival the great Bret Hart vs. “Stone Cold” Steve Austin match that took place in the very same venue at WrestleMania 13. Jericho is walking intothe “lion’s den” of Punk’s hometown fans, which could throw his game plan awry. Punk should ride that crest of a wave and eke out a hard-earned victory. WINNER: Punk
Anthony Benigno: The Straight Edge Superstar delivers best when people publicly question his ability, and Jericho may have poked the proverbial bear one too many times. Look for Punk to rebound from a trio of high-profile losses against The Rock and The Undertaker … that is, assuming he shows up. WINNER: Punk
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Alex Giannini: It really is an even fight in this “Battle of the Best,” but CM Punk will have home-field advantage in Chicago, a fact that will give The Second City Saint the upper hand. WINNER:Punk
Jake Grate: “The Best in the World” certainly has an impressive record in his own backyard, in addition to several recent wins against Chris Jericho. A legendary Superstar like Y2J, though, can only be defeated by one man so many times before he’s due to return the favor. WINNER: Jericho
John Clapp: CM Punk will show up at Allstate Arena and he’ll be in fighting shape. That still won’t be enough to take down a keenly focused Jericho in a bout that has “Match of the Year contender” written all over it. WINNER: Jericho
Punk: 3, Jericho: 2
Howard Finkel: Sheamus and Sandow have been matching wits over these past few weeks, with each trying to one-up the other, both mentally and physically. To me, it’s this simple: Sheamus will prevail, as Sandow will reach his wit’s end with the Irishman. WINNER: Sheamus
Anthony Benigno: Sheamus had his laughs at Sandow’s expense for a month, but “The Enlightened One” seems to have figured out the Irishman’s M.O. These two always put on classic slugfests; don’t be surprised if Sandow finally gets the better of his longtime rival. WINNER: Sandow
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Alex Giannini: It may have started with a series of brain teasers, but the rivalry between Sheamus and Damien Sandow will end in a straight-up brawl. Look for The Celtic Warrior to outsmart the intellectual Superstar in battle. That, or he’ll just Brogue Kick Sandow into oblivion. WINNER: Sheamus
Jake Grate: It’s brawn vs. brains. Meat and potatoes vs. caviar and brie. “Independence Day” vs. “Remains of the Day.” Call me an aristocrat, but I’ll take the domineering, card-carrying M.E.N.S.A. member. WINNER: Sandow
John Clapp: Expect an upset, with “The Intellectual Savior of the Masses” stepping up his game and reminding everyone that he’s got plenty of grit to back up the grey matter. WINNER: Sandow
Sandow: 3, Sheamus: 2
Howard Finkel: When Kane was given this opportunity by Vickie Guerrero, he was elated and hugged her. That’s not the Kane that needs to show up this Sunday. Ambrose knows how to exploit one’s weakness, and in this case, I believe he will get the better of The Big Red Machine, and in the process retain his U.S. Title. WINNER: Ambrose
Alex Giannini: Separated from Daniel Bryan, The Big Red Monster is left to face Dean Ambrose in singles action. Although The Shield has been nothing short of unbeatable since Extreme Rules, there’s an uncanny amount of pent-up aggression within Kane, and Ambrose better watch out. WINNER: Kane
Anthony Benigno: Kane’s got the veteran instinct, but can it be that anger management and a yearlong friendship with Daniel Bryan has dulled the monster’s edge? Ambrose, meanwhile, has the vindictive tendencies of a young Kane, without the emotional baggage of the seasoned 7-footer. WINNER: Ambrose
Jake Grate: After losing the WWE Tag Team Titles to The Shield at Extreme Rules last month, Kane’s bad fortune against the “Hounds of Justice” could very well continue at WWE Payback. Eccentric, unpredictable and electric in the ring, Ambrose will find a way to retain the red, white and blue championship. WINNER: Ambrose
John Clapp: Ambrose has been on fire of late, and concerns that Kane’s lost his killer instinct are not completely groundless. Nonetheless, Kane’s wealth of experience — as well as the bad feelings he harbors toward The Shield for what they did to The Undertaker — will guide him toward his first U.S. Title. WINNER: Kane
Ambrose: 3, Kane: 2
Howard Finkel: I say this with no disrespect whatsoever towards either Wade Barrett or The Miz, but I have been a passenger aboard the Curtis Axel train since it left “Heyman Station.” Next stop: The Intercontinental Championship. If that happens, then it would mark the first time that a father (Mr. Perfect) and son (Axel) have held the title during its existence. WINNER: Axel
Alex Giannini: To call a reigning Intercontinental Champion the “dark horse” of a pay-per-view title defense may seem strange, but heading into WWE Payback, all the focus is on Miz and the newest “Heyman Guy,” Curtis Axel. The Barrett Barrage will see fit to change all that on Sunday. WINNER: Barrett
Anthony Benigno: Barrett’s hit a rough patch of late in his title reign, courtesy of The Miz, and Axel is a wild card whose chicanery runs deep. But the brawling Brit does tend to come through in the clutch when his championship gold is up for grabs. WINNER: Barrett
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Jake Grate: Barrett’s reign with the Intercontinental Championship won’t be able to withstand two challengers. With both the impressive Curtis Axel and the always “awesome” Miz to worry about, The Barrett Barrage will come crashing down in Chicago. Axel, meanwhile, will have to wait for his first taste of WWE championship gold since his personal evolution. WINNER: Miz
John Clapp: The late-game “Heyman Guy” curveball hurts Barrett and Miz in equal measure. Axel, who may be every bit as good as Paul Heyman says he is, will rise to the occasion. WINNER: Axel
Barrett: 2, Axel: 2, Miz: 1
Howard Finkel:This match is too close to call. Kaitlyn rules in the strength and power department, while AJ is fleeter of foot. I feel that it’s going to boil down to a mistake being made by either individual that will lead to her defeat. So if push comes to shove, then I’m shoved toward the crowning of a new Divas Champion this Sunday. WINNER: AJ
Anthony Benigno:AJ wormed her way into Kaitlyn’s psyche with an elaborate catfishing scheme, and it should do the trick to end Kaitlyn’s title reign in a long-brewing grudge match. Look for Dolph’s girl to take her place as the Diva queen. WINNER: AJ
Alex Giannini: When you do the tale of the tape on this one, Kaitlyn has an obvious advantage. But throw in AJ Lee’s propensity for introducing the unexpected, and there’s a pretty good chance the WWE Universe will see a new Divas Champion. WINNER: AJ
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Jake Grate: Kaitlyn’s reign with the butterfly-emblazoned title will be just past five months old when she defends it against AJ Lee at WWE Payback. Although “The Hybrid Diva” has proven a more-than-worthy champion, WWE’s most eccentric female competitor will seize the title from her rival. WINNER: AJ
John Clapp: The sinister skipper might’ve done more than just embarrass Kaitlyn. An angrier-than-ever Kaitlyn has the tools and motivation to beat AJ, provided she can endure the head games. WINNER: Kaitlyn
AJ: 4, Kaitlyn: 1
Howard Finkel: The Bryan-Orton tandem is, to me, an oil-and-water situation — they don’t mix. But for some reason that I cannot pinpoint, I feel that these two will somehow find a way to win the titles from Rollins & Reigns. WINNERS: Bryan & Orton
Anthony Benigno: If Orton lets the surging Bryan do his thing and take control, The Shield’s WWE Tag Title reign will be short-lived. The odds of that happening are low, but, as Bryan himself can attest, stranger things have happened in the tag team division. WINNERS: Bryan & Orton
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Alex Giannini: On paper, the team of Daniel Bryan & Randy Orton seems all but unstoppable. But can the submission specialist and The Viper coexist long enough to down The Shield? I think not. WINNERS: Rollins & Reigns
Jake Grate: Orton was unable to make a tenuous alliance with Sheamus & Big Show work at WrestleMania 29. Bryan has proven to be difficult to partner with in his own right. The superior teamwork and numbers game of The Shield will be too much for the challengers. WINNERS: Rollins & Reigns
John Clapp: Despite a few glaring instances of miscommunication as tag partners, the Bryan-Orton combo has the potential for magic. Plus, it seems unimaginable that anything will get in the way of Bryan, who’s on another competitive plane right now. WINNERS: Bryan & Orton
Bryan & Orton: 3, Rollins & Reigns: 2
Howard Finkel: Although cleared to compete, how effective will Ziggler be in his first title defense in nearly a month? Very! I look for Ziggler to prevail in a close contest, literally just being three seconds better than Del Rio. WINNER: Ziggler
Anthony Benigno: The Showoff is coming off a nasty concussion, and Del Rio has been stewing for his title rematch ever since Ziggler cashed in his Money in the Bank contract. But The Pride of Mexico should be sufficiently softened up by weeks of fighting Big E Langston, and let’s face it: There’s no way Ziggler’s going to let his title reign be this short. WINNER: Ziggler
Alex Giannini: While there’s always the likelihood of so-called “ring rust” when a Superstar takes time off due to an injury, The Showoff is just too good to fail in his first pay-per-view title defense since cashing in Money in the Bank. WINNER: Ziggler
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Jake Grate: For his first title defense, Ziggler has an uphill battle. Returning from a concussion to face a decorated former champion — who holds a serious and personal grudge, no less — in Alberto Del Rio is a recipe for disaster and defeat. Even AJ Lee and Big E Langston won’t be able to help The Showoff at Allstate Arena. WINNER: Del Rio
John Clapp: Ziggler’s cleared the imPACT test and been given a clean bill of health. Still, one must wonder if any Superstar is ever truly ready for Del Rio’s kick-heavy offense. Forget the Cross Armbreaker; Del Rio shocks all by regaining the title via pinfall. WINNER: Del Rio
Ziggler: 3, Del Rio: 2
Howard Finkel: When the going gets tough, the tough get going. In this case the “tough” is John Cena. His experience in the “pressure cooker” speaks for itself, although I feel that this match will go to the third stage, with Ryback being the one to take the ambulance ride. WINNER: Cena
Anthony Benigno: TheCenation leader has beaten the odds time and again, but his bravery might have met its match in Ryback’s brutality. In their first foray into Three Stages of Hell, it’s Ryback who’ll rule. WINNER: Ryback
Alex Giannini: Since claiming the WWE Title at WrestleMania, John Cena has been plagued by the monster known as Ryback. In recent weeks, Ryback seems to care little about wins and losses, instead focusing on utter destruction. Three Stages of Hell seems to be made for such a Superstar. WINNER: Ryback
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Jake Grate: There’s no doubt that “The Human Wrecking Ball” is one of the most impressive and imposing competitors to impact WWE in quite some time. Cena, however, is a 13-time World Champion and one of the greatest Superstars of the modern era. The Champ retains. WINNER: Cena
John Clapp: I’m not convinced Cena can actually pin Ryback’s shoulders to the mat. Luckily for the Cenation, the resourceful Champ doesn’t have to in order to escape Three Stages of Hell with the WWE Title. WINNER: Cena
Cena: 3, Ryback: 2

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WWE CHAMPIONSHIP

The WWE Championship is widely recognized as the most historic championship in WWE.

Dating back to 1963, the WWE Championship was first awarded to Buddy Rogers after he defeated Antonino Rocca in the finals of a tournament in April. Since that time, the biggest names in the business have held the title, including Bruno Sammartino, Andre the Giant, Bret Hart, The Rock and "Stone Cold" Steve Austin.

Champion	Defeated	Location	Date	Video
Buddy Rogers	Antonino Rocca	Rio de Janeiro	04-25-63
Bruno Sammartino	Buddy Rogers	New York	05-17-63
Ivan Koloff	Bruno Sammartino	New York	01-18-71
Pedro Morales	Ivan Koloff	New York	02-08-71
Stan Stasiak	Pedro Morales	Philadelphia	12-01-73
Bruno Sammartino	Stan Stasiak	New York	12-10-73
Superstar Billy Graham	Bruno Sammartino	Baltimore	04-30-77	Watch»
Bob Backlund	Superstar Billy Graham	New York	02-20-78	Watch»
The Iron Sheik	Bob Backlund	New York	12-26-83	Watch»
Hulk Hogan	The Iron Sheik	New York	01-23-84	Watch»
Andre the Giant	Hulk Hogan	Indianapolis	02-05-88	Watch»
Randy Savage	Ted DiBiase	Atlantic City, N.J.	03-27-88	Watch»
Hulk Hogan	Randy Savage	Atlantic City, N.J.	04-02-89	Watch»
Ultimate Warrior	Hulk Hogan	Toronto	04-01-90	Watch»
Sgt. Slaughter	Ultimate Warrior	Miami	01-19-91	Watch»
Hulk Hogan	Sgt. Slaughter	Los Angeles	03-24-91	Watch»
Undertaker	Hulk Hogan	Detroit	11-27-91	Watch»
Hulk Hogan	Undertaker	San Antonio	12-03-91	Watch»
Ric Flair	n/a	Albany, N.Y.	01-19-92	Watch»
Randy Savage	Ric Flair	Indianapolis	04-05-92	Watch»
Ric Flair	Randy Savage	Hershey, Pa.	09-01-92	Watch»
Bret Hart	Ric Flair	Saskatoon	10-12-92	Watch»
Yokozuna	Bret Hart	Las Vegas	04-04-93	Watch»
Hulk Hogan	Yokozuna	Las Vegas	04-04-93	Watch»
Yokozuna	Hulk Hogan	Dayton, Ohio	06-13-93	Watch»
Bret Hart	Yokozuna	New York	03-20-94	Watch»
Bob Backlund	Bret Hart	San Antonio	11-23-94	Watch»
Diesel	Bob Backlund	New York	11-26-94	Watch»
Bret Hart	Diesel	Landover, Md.	11-19-95	Watch»
Shawn Michaels	Bret Hart	Anaheim, Calif.	03-31-96	Watch»
Sid	Shawn Michaels	New York	11-17-96	Watch»
Shawn Michaels	Sid	San Antonio	01-19-97	Watch»
Bret Hart	Undertaker	Chattanooga, Tenn.	02-16-97	Watch»
Sid	Bret Hart	Nashville, Tenn.	02-17-97	Watch»
Undertaker	Sid	Chicago	03-23-97	Watch»
Bret Hart	Undertaker	East Rutherford, N.J.	08-03-97	Watch»
Shawn Michaels	Bret Hart	Montreal	11-09-97	Watch»
"Stone Cold" Steve Austin	Shawn Michaels	Boston	03-29-98	Watch»
Kane	"Stone Cold" Steve Austin	Pittsburgh	06-28-98	Watch»
"Stone Cold" Steve Austin	Kane	Cleveland	06-29-98	Watch»
The Rock	Mankind	St. Louis	11-15-98	Watch»
Mankind	The Rock	Worcester, Mass.	01-04-99	Watch»
The Rock	Mankind	Anaheim, Calif.	01-24-99	Watch»
Mankind	The Rock	Tucson, Ariz.	01-31-99	Watch»
The Rock	Mankind	Birmingham, Ala.	02-15-99	Watch»
"Stone Cold" Steve Austin	The Rock	Philadelphia	03-28-99	Watch»
Undertaker	"Stone Cold" Steve Austin	Kansas City, Mo.	05-23-99
"Stone Cold" Steve Austin	Undertaker	Charlotte, N.C.	06-28-99	Watch»
Mankind	"Stone Cold" Steve Austin	Minneapolis	08-22-99	Watch»
Triple H	Mankind	Ames, Iowa	08-23-99	Watch»
Mr. McMahon	Triple H	Las Vegas	09-16-99	Watch»
Triple H	The Rock	Charlotte, N.C.	09-26-99	Watch»
Big Show	Triple H	Detroit	11-14-99	Watch»
Triple H	Big Show	Miami	01-03-00	Watch»
The Rock	Triple H	Washington	04-30-00
Triple H	The Rock	Louisville, Ky.	05-21-00
The Rock	Triple H	Boston	06-25-00
Kurt Angle	The Rock	Albany, N.Y.	10-22-00
The Rock	Kurt Angle	Las Vegas	02-25-01
"Stone Cold" Steve Austin	The Rock	Houston	04-01-01
Kurt Angle	"Stone Cold" Steve Austin	Pittsburgh	09-23-01
"Stone Cold" Steve Austin	Kurt Angle	Indianapolis	10-08-01
Chris Jericho	"Stone Cold" Steve Austin	San Diego	12-09-01
Triple H	Chris Jericho	Toronto	03-17-02
Hollywood Hogan	Triple H	Kansas City, Mo.	04-21-02
Undertaker	Hulk Hogan	Nashville, Tenn.	05-19-02
The Rock	Undertaker	Detroit	07-21-02
Brock Lesnar	The Rock	Uniondale, N.Y.	08-25-02
Big Show	Brock Lesnar	New York	11-17-02
Kurt Angle	Big Show	Fort Lauderdale, Fla.	12-15-02
Brock Lesnar	Kurt Angle	Seattle	03-30-03
Kurt Angle	Brock Lesnar	Denver	07-27-03
Brock Lesnar	Kurt Angle	Raleigh, N.C.	09-18-03
Eddie Guerrero	Brock Lesnar	San Francisco	02-15-04
JBL	Eddie Guerrero	Norfolk, Va.	06-27-04
John Cena	JBL	Los Angeles	04-03-05
Edge	John Cena	Albany, N.Y.	01-08-06
John Cena	Edge	Miami	01-29-06
Rob Van Dam	John Cena	New York	06-11-06
Edge	RVD & John Cena	Philadelphia	07-03-06
John Cena	Edge	Toronto	09-17-06
Randy Orton	n/a	Chicago	10-07-07
Triple H	Randy Orton	Chicago	10-07-07
Randy Orton	Triple H	Chicago	10-07-07
Triple H	Randy Orton	Baltimore	04-27-08
Edge	Triple H	Boston	11-23-08
Jeff Hardy	Edge	Buffalo, N.Y.	12-14-08
Edge	Jeff Hardy	Detroit	01-25-09
Triple H	n/a	Seattle	02-15-09
Randy Orton	Triple H	Providence, R.I.	04-26-09
Batista	Randy Orton	New Orleans	06-07-09
Randy Orton	n/a	Charlotte, N.C.	06-15-09
John Cena	Randy Orton	Montreal	09-13-09
Randy Orton	John Cena	Newark, N.J.	10-04-09
John Cena	Randy Orton	Pittsburgh	10-25-09
Sheamus	John Cena	San Antonio	12-13-09
John Cena	Sheamus	St. Louis	02-21-10
Batista	John Cena	St. Louis	02-21-10
John Cena	Batista	Phoenix	03-28-10
Sheamus	John Cena, Randy Orton & Edge	Uniondale, N.Y.	06-20-10
Randy Orton	Sheamus	Chicago	09-19-10
The Miz	Randy Orton	Orlando	11-22-10	Watch»
John Cena	The Miz	Tampa, Fla.	05-01-11	Watch»
CM Punk	John Cena	Chicago	07-17-11	Watch»
Rey Mysterio	The Miz	Hampton, Va.	07-25-11	Watch»
John Cena	Rey Mysterio	Hampton, Va.	07-25-11	Watch»
Alberto Del Rio	CM Punk	Los Angeles	08-14-11	Watch»
John Cena	Alberto Del Rio	Buffalo, N.Y.	09-18-11	Watch»
Alberto Del Rio	CM Punk & John Cena	New Orleans	10-02-11	Watch»
CM Punk	Alberto Del Rio	New York	11-20-11	Watch»
The Rock	CM Punk	Phoenix	01-27-13	Watch»
John Cena	The Rock	East Rutherford, N.J.	04-07-13	Watch»