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AEW Rampage September 8, 2023 Results & Winners
1008 days ago
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AEW Rampage September 8, 2023 Results & Winners

Here are the complete results for the September 8th edition of AEW Rampage which took place on September 8, 2023, from the Indiana Farmers Coliseum in Indianapolis, IN. ## Note: The show was originally tapped following the September 6, 2023 edition of AEW Dynamite. ## AEW Rampage airs every Friday at 10 pm ET on TNT in the United States. It is AEW's second weekly television show, positioned behind their flagship show, Dynamite. ## The main event featured Samoa Joe defeating Jeff Hardy in the Quarterfinal Match of the Grand Slam World Title Eliminator. Full results can be seen below ## AEW Rampage September 8, 2023 Results ## Grand Slam World Championship Eliminator, Quarterfinal Match: Penta El Zero Miedo (w/ Alex Abrahantes) defeated Jey Lethal (w/ Jeff Jarrett et. al.) ## -Hikaru Shida, Skye Blue & Britt Baker defeated Taya Valkyrie, Anna Jay & The Bunny. ## -The Young Bucks (Matt Jackson & Nick Jackson) defeated "Daddy Magic" Matt Menard & "Cool Hand" Angelo Parker (w/ Jake Hager). ## Grand Slam World Championship Eliminator, Quarterfinal Match: Samoa Joe def. Jeff Hardy. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

AEW Collision Results, September 9, 2023: Highlights, Commentary, Live Update, Winners
1008 days ago
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AEW Collision Results, September 9, 2023: Highlights, Commentary, Live Update, Winners

Here is the live coverage for this week's edition of AEW Collision which is set to take place on September 9, 2023, live from Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse in Cleveland, OH. ## AEW Collision starts at 8 PM ET. This is 5 PM PT, 1 AM BST, and 8 AM AEST. The show will run for two hours, so it will end at 10 PM ET. ## AEW Collision September 9, 2023: Play-By-Play Results AEW International Championship: Jon Moxley (c) vs. Action Andretti ## AEW Collision opens up with Jon Moxley taking on Action Andretti. The match starts off with Moxley taking up the action. Meanwhile, Action gets out of the ring, preventing to cause any damage. He is back in the ring. Moxley with a boot that sends Action out of the ring. ## Action comes back stronger and he clinches a Suicide dive. Moxley sends Action into the ring. Action goes for a Dropkick and follows up a splash on Moxley for the cover, but doesn't get the win. Moxley looks hurt and he makes his way out of the ring, meanwhile, Action hits a moonsault. Action sends Moxley into the steel steps. ## Back from the break, Action performs a Suicide Dive, but this time Moxley sides out and hits his own Suicide Dive on Action. Action is sent back into the ring. Action with a springboard strike, but nothing effects and Moxley hits a cutter for the cover, but no win there. Dropkick landed by Andretti and follows up a Falcon Arrow for a near fall. At the end of the match, Action sets up a Spinning Crossbody and he gets it for the cover, but Moxley kicks out. Meanwhile, Moxley locks in the rear naked choke for the win. ## WINNER: Jon Moxley ## Following the match, Charlette attacks Statlander, and The Renegade now attacking Statlander. The music hits and it's Jade Cargill who comes out and attacks the Renegade sisters. ## Dio Del Inframundo, Aerostar, Metalik, and Gravity vs. Bullet Club Gold ## The match kicks off with Austin and Metalik. Austin goes for an early attack and there is an exchange in the tag. Colten with a clothesline on Metalik, this was a pretty good spot sofar. Juice is now in and she starts attacking Metalik. There is a quick exchange in the tag. ## Aerostar with a Dropkick to take out Juice before landing a cutter on Austin. Finally, Juice with his move for the cover to win the match. ## WINNER: Bullet Club Gold ## Singles Match: Rey Fenix vs. Angelico ## The match starts off with Fenix landing a dropkick on Angelico and he goes out. Fenix follows up with a Suicide Dive. Rey gets Angelico back to the ring Angelico with a Backbreaker, meanwhile, Angelico goes for a splash, but he misses. Fenix goes up to the top and performs a Splash for the cover, but doesn't get the win. ## Superkick landed as Fenix does it. Fenix takes Sepentico off the apron. Fenix lands a cutter on Angelico for the cover, but yet again he kicks out. Finally, Fenix with his move for the cover to win the match. ## WINNER: Rey Fenix ## Grand Slam Tournament Semifinals: Roderick Strong vs. Darby Allin ## A brawl breaks out before the match even starts. The match starts off with Strong attacking him. Strong with a Backbreaker. Strong is sent outside and Dabry follows up a Suicide Dive. Back from the commercial break and it's Darby taking up the fight, he sends Strong into the post. ## Darby goes for a guillotine and follows up with a Crucifix for the cover, but doesn't get the win. Strong with an STF submission hold, but Darby is able to reach the ropes. Darby is set up on the top rope. Strong comes off with a Backbreaker. ## Darby is on the apron and he lands a hard Stunner there. Darby with another move as he hits Coffin Drop on Strong. Darby with a reverse DDT. Fox accidentally hits a moonsault on Wayne. Darby tries a coffin drop but Strong gets things and hits a backbreaker for the win. ## WINNER: Roderick Strong ## -Up next is an in-ring promo from Bryan Danielson. Tony is already in the ring and he brings out Danielson. He takes the mic and says her daughter is six, and she one day told her daughter that he would be retiring once she turns seven. ## Danielson doesn't waste his time and looks like he wants a match at WrestleDream and he wants to fight Zack Sabre Jr. The music hits as Ricky Starks comes out there with Bill. ## Ricky Starks comes out with Bill. He mentions Bryan's time in catering compared to his own place in Collision, highlighting how he made a statement by targeting Steamboat. This, he believes, solidified his position as Collision's leader after Sunday's match. He admits to growing greed after refusing to submit, driven by his nature. ## Bryan acknowledges their Sunday encounter and approves of Stark. Suddenly, Big Bill attacks Bryan, and Starks joins in briefly before they both exit, leaving Bryan and Moxley in their wake. ## Grand Slam Eliminator Tournament Semifinal: Samoa Joe vs. Penta El Zero Miedo ## The main event of the night will go down up next, the match starts off with Joe knocking down Penta. Superkick landed from Penta, Joe plants Penta into the corner, while Penta responds with a Dropkick, Joe looks hurt and he rolls out of the ring. Penta continues his dominance with a Slingblad, Joe is sent into the barricade. There is a table, Penta brings it out from down. Meanwhile, we are set for a commercial break... Penta misses a stomp, and Joe takes the advantage and hits him with an elbow. Joe eats a Crossbody followed by a Backstabber, cover made, but Joe kicks out. Joe takes the lead, and he responds with a PowerSlam for a near fall. Another failed cover from Penta, this time Joe with an Atomic Drop, and follows up with a Senton for a near fall. ## Looks like, the table is getting involved now, Penta sets up a Dive, but Joe sides away and Penta hits the table. Joe looks in hurry and he sends Joe into the ring for the cover, but Penta kicks out. Joe locks in the coquina clutch and Penta taps out. ## WINNER: Samoa Joe ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

LA Knight References Kevin Nash's 'Adjective' Line From WCW On 9/8 WWE SmackDown
1008 days ago
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LA Knight References Kevin Nash's 'Adjective' Line From WCW On 9/8 WWE SmackDown

Boston, September 8 - LA Knight referencing Kevin Nash's "adjective" line from WCW on WWE Smackdown was quite interesting as he is himself for the fans. ## Kevin Nash was one of the superstars who became one of the biggest stars in the company quickly after his debut in 1996. In fact, he is now called, "one of the most successful wrestlers," in WCW’s history. ## Following his surprise WCW debut, He let the fans know he was serious and took some shots at WCW and Eric Bischoff with his sharp wit. He smirked and said, "So, this is where the big boys play, huh?" Then, he lightened the mood by jokingly treating "play" like it was an adjective, showing off his unique sense of humor and charm. ## Much of the muchness, LA Knight who must be the biggest stars in the company in coming years, came out during the September 8th edition of Friday Night SmackDown, and started mocking The Miz's them song "I Came to Play, If he was a complete moron, he would ask people to look at the adjective," but since he's not a moron, he's going to look at the verb." ## Fans can check out the full clip below in the tweet: ## NAH NAH... @RealLAKnight was speaking...Go back and wait your turn, @GraysonWWE! 😑#SmackDown pic.twitter.com/HuD4k6zGLM— WWE (@WWE) September 9, 2023 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Asuka vs. IYO SKY For WWE Women's Championship Set For 9/22 WWE SmackDown
1008 days ago
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Asuka vs. IYO SKY For WWE Women's Championship Set For 9/22 WWE SmackDown

Boston, September 8 - In two weeks IYO SKY will defend her WWE Women's Title against Asuka. ## At SummerSlam, Sky used her Money in the Bank contract to challenge Bianca Belair after a triple threat match with Asuka and Charlotte Flair. She won her first WWE Women's Championship that night. Asuka, who was the previous champion, is due for a rematch in your opinion. This rematch is happening in two weeks from now. ## The announcement for this match came on the September 8th episode of SmackDown. Charlotte Flair and Shotzi faced off against SKY and Bayley. During the match, Asuka interfered, causing Sky and Bayley to lose. Afterward, Asuka had a quick face-off with IYO Sky. ## Later that same night, during a backstage chat, SKY confirmed that she would give Asuka a title match, which is now scheduled to happen in two weeks. ## Below check out the announced match card: ## WWE SmackDown (9/22) Updated Card ## - WWE Women's Championship: IYO SKY (c) vs. Asuka ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

WWE SmackDown 9/8 Results: AJ Styles Beats Jimmy Uso In The Main Event
1008 days ago
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WWE SmackDown 9/8 Results: AJ Styles Beats Jimmy Uso In The Main Event

Boston, September 8 - This week on SmackDown, AJ Styles secured a win against Jimmy Uso. In the main event of the September 8th episode of SmackDown, Styles faced off against Jimmy Uso. It was a tough challenge for Styles as he refused to allow The O.C. to be present at ringside during the match, meaning there was no O.C. support. Despite dealing with interference from Solo Sikoa, Styles managed to claim victory in the main event against Jimmy Uso. ## Below check out the full recap of the match: ## Both superstars are in the ring, The bell rings and Jimmy goes for a Superkick, but Styles avoids it and takes him down with a kick on his legs, Uso gets out of the ring to feel some relaxation. Styles once again gain the control. Styles with a kick to the back of the neck of Jimmy. The referee is checking on Jimmy. Meanwhile, Styles with a kick to the face and he rolls out of the ring, The referee is trying to stop Styles. ## Jimmy gets back into the ring and lands a left hand to the chin of Styles. Jimmy Uso once again rolls out of the ring. Meanwhile, Styles with a Basement kick to take him down. Styles gets on the apron, but Jimmy with a Superkick to take him down. Styles still hangs on the apron. Meanwhile, Solo along with Paul Heyman appears there. ## Jimmy throws up a smile and sends Styles head-first into the ring steps, We go to the commercial break. We are back and Jimmy drops Styles over the head, Styles is down in the corner, and Jimmy lands some punches and goes for a ring-shaking impact. Jimmy goes for the cover, but Styles kicks out right there. Styles tries to gain the power, but Jimmy drops Styles to the mat. ## Both men trade punches, with Jimmy landing a kick to the back. Meanwhile, Styles responds with a Pele kick that brings Jimmy down. Styles quickly regains control and tosses Jimmy out of the ring. Styles hits Jimmy with a forearm off the ropes. He then sends Jimmy back into the ring and gets ready for a Phenomenal Forearm, but Jimmy manages to avoid it. Styles counters with a backbreaker and goes for the cover, but Jimmy kicks out.## Jimmy retaliates with some punches and goes for a cover, but it's only a near fall. He follows up with a headbutt, while Styles executes a DDT from the top rope for another cover, but Jimmy kicks out.## Styles heads to the apron, but Jimmy delivers a massive Superkick while Styles was distracted by Solo and Heyman at ringside. Styles is sent to the floor, and Solo approaches Styles, but Jimmy also joins in. Styles fights back, taking down Solo. Styles then gets Jimmy back into the ring and finishes the match with a Phenomenal Forearm for the cover and the victory. ## WINNER: AJ Styles ## After the match, Solo enters the ring, but Styles rolls out. Out of nowhere, Priest attacked Styles when he was making his way out of the arena, Finn Balor also joined there and they sent Styles back into the ring only to be handled by Solo. Solo with a Samoa Spike on Styles. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

The Miz vs. LA Knight And John Cena Set For 9/15 WWE SmackDown
1008 days ago
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The Miz vs. LA Knight And John Cena Set For 9/15 WWE SmackDown

In the upcoming edition of Friday Night SmackDown, we have LA Knight, The Miz, John Cena, and The Grayson Waller Effect lined up for action. ## LA Knight has been locked in a heated rivalry with The Miz ever since his SummerSlam victory. Their feud escalated to a match at Payback, where Knight emerged victorious, with a surprising appearance by John Cena as the special guest referee. ## However, Knight feels Cena played a role in his win, so he's challenging The Miz again next week on SmackDown. This match was confirmed during the September 8th episode of SmackDown, following Knight's win against Austin Theory. Meanwhile, John Cena will be taking on The Grayson Waller Effect in an upcoming match. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

The Great Khali Returns, Says He Has One More Match Left In Him
1009 days ago
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The Great Khali Returns, Says He Has One More Match Left In Him

Hyderabad, 8 September - The spoilers about The Great Khali turned out to be accurate. He appeared live at the WWE Superstar Spectacle event in India and, during his speech, he mentioned that he still has one more match left in him. ## Khali, the WWE wrestler, is famous for being the first Indian-born World Heavyweight Champion in WWE history. When he won the World Heavyweight Championship in 2007, it caused a big stir in India, and WWE became more popular there. ## Khali came back to WWE on April 27, 2018, during The Greatest Royal Rumble. He entered as the 45th participant but didn't stay long, getting thrown out by Braun Strowman and Bobby Lashley in less than a minute. This turned out to be his last WWE match up to now. ## He was also inducted into the prestigious WWE Hall of Fame in 2021. Following his WWE departure, Khali started his own wrestling school and promotion, Continental Wrestling Entertainment (CWE), in Jalandhar, Punjab, back in February 2015. The first CWE event took place on December 12, 2015. ## The Great Khali is back πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯#Hyderabad #G20SummitDelhi #JawanReview #MsShettyMrPolishetty #WWERaw #SmackDown #WWEIndia #JohnCena #TheGreatKhali #WWESuperstarSpectacle pic.twitter.com/zaNlG75oYo— My inner feelings (@chander08_bhanu) September 8, 2023 ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Latest Dave Meltzer Ratings Of 2023: WWE Payback & AEW All Out
1009 days ago
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Latest Dave Meltzer Ratings Of 2023: WWE Payback & AEW All Out

Here’s a list of ratings by wrestling journalist and historian Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer in 2023. The latest release features two five-star match ratings. ## The 2023 AEW All Out took place during Labor Day weekend on September 3, 2023, at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. While, WWE Payback took place on Saturday, September 2, 2023, at the PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. ## Both events featured several high-quality matches, with some of them receiving a 5-star rating from Dave Meltzer. According to the report, Bryan Danielson faced Ricky Starks in a Strap Match at AEW All Out and received a 5-star rating. Similarly, Kenny Omega took on Konosuke Takeshita at AEW All Out, and that match also earned a 5-star rating. ## Sami Zayn & Kevin Owens faced Finn Balor & Damian Priest for the WWE Undisputed Tag Team Championships at WWE Payback, earning a rating of 4.25 stars. In another match at WWE Payback, Becky Lynch and Trish Stratus competed in a Steel Cage Match and received a 4-star rating. ## Check out more ratings below: ## -Sami Zayn & Kevin Owens v Finn Balor & Damian Priest (WWE Undisputed Tag Team Championships) - WWE Payback (4.25) ## -Rhea Ripley vs Raquel Rodriguez (WWE Womens World Championship) - WWE Payback (0.75) ## -Miro vs Powerhouse Hobbs - AEW ALL OUT (4.25) ## -Bryan Danielson vs Ricky Starks, Strap Match - AEW ALL OUT (5) ## -Kenny Omega vs Konosuke Takeshita - AEW ALL OUT (5) ## -GUNTHER vs Chad Gable (WWE Intercontinental Championship) - WWE RAW (4.5) ## -LA Knight defeated The Miz with John Cena acting as the special guest referee – (2.25) -Finn Balor and Damian Priest defeated Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn for the new Undisputed WWE Tag Team Champions (4.25) ## -Seth Rollins defeated Shinsuke Nakamura for the World Heavyweight Championship – (3.5) ## More will be added ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

LA Knight's Popularity Takes Off, WWE Prepares To Push Him To The Top
1009 days ago
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LA Knight's Popularity Takes Off, WWE Prepares To Push Him To The Top

Hagerstown, 8 September - Is it the time when LA Knight receives the biggest push of his wrestling career? ## Knight made his debut on the main roster in 2022 and has become one of the top stars. Initially, he played a bad guy role as the leader of his group, "Knight Model Management," and used the ring name Max Dupri. ## Later, Knight went solo and gained fame despite not winning many matches. Fans started to like him more. One of his big wins was at SummerSlam, where he eliminated Sheamus to win the Slim Jim Battle Royal. His latest victory was at Payback when he beat The Miz, with John Cena as the surprise referee.## During a recent discussion on Dave Meltzer's show, it was mentioned that WWE intends to give LA Knight a significant push. This decision is based on the notable increase in ratings during his segments and strong merchandise sales. It's worth noting that while Knight may not have a high win percentage, his popularity among fans is steadily on the rise. ## As previously reported by PWInsider they were in the process of making a new deal with LA Knight. Fightful Select also confirmed that WWE attempted to place contract offers, but LA Knight and his representatives countered some of those offers. There have been reports that WWE was delaying LA Knight's push until he signed a new contract, even though his current one still had over a year remaining. ## His new WWE deal is expected to be for as long as another five years. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

WWE Superstar Spectacle 2023 Time In India: Will It Air Live In USA?
1009 days ago
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WWE Superstar Spectacle 2023 Time In India: Will It Air Live In USA?

Hyderabad, 8 September - WWE is making a comeback to India with WWE Superstar Spectacle 2023 after nearly 6 years, and some of the company's top stars like John Cena, Finn Balor, Seth Rollins, Rhea Ripley, Kevin Owens, Sami Zayn, Matt Riddle, Gunther, and more will be part of the action. However, there's a hiccup for Becky Lynch as she couldn't travel abroad due to a minor issue with her visa. ## WWE's last event in India was in 2017, and now, after this long break, fans in India can look forward to seeing their favorite superstars in action. The event is set to happen on September 8, 2023, at the G. M. C. Balayogi Indoor Stadium in Hyderabad, India. ## Currently, there are three matches scheduled. Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn will face off against Indus Sher (Sanga and Veer Mahaan) with Jinder Mahal by their side. Additionally, Rhea Ripley, the Women's World Champion, will take on Natalya in a singles match. Finally, John Cena and Seth Rollins will team up to battle Imperium (Giovanni Vinci and Ludwig Kaiser). ## Besides the confirmed matches, a former WWE star is expected to be present, but there isn't clear information about their role at the event. ## Now let's see how to watch WWE Superstar Spectacle: ## Fans in India can watch WWE Superstar Spectacle 2023 on September 8, Friday, live starting at 7:30 pm IST. The event will be live-streamed on the SonyLIV. ## Will WWE Superstar Spectacle 2023 be streamed in USA ## It should be noted that WWE Superstar Spectacle will not be streaming live on the WWE Network or Peacock. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Possible Reason Why AEW Fired Ace Steel
1009 days ago
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Possible Reason Why AEW Fired Ace Steel

Chicago, 8 September - AEW has fired Ace Steel for the second time. ## Ace Steel's termination marks the second release this week, following CM Punk's departure from AEW on September 2nd. While AEW didn't officially confirm Ace Steel's release, PWInsider reported his departure from WWE. ## CM Punk's release from AEW on September 2nd was accompanied by an official statement from the organization. This decision came after an altercation between CM Punk and Jack Perry backstage, stemming from comments made by Perry during his earlier match on the show. Perry's comments were in reference to Punk denying him the use of real glass in his segments on Collision. ## AEW made the announcement of CM Punk's release on X (formerly Twitter), and Tony Khan also addressed it at the beginning of that night's Collision episode. In contrast, Ace Steel's release from WWE lacked an official reason. ## There are potential reasons behind Ace Steel's release, though they are speculative. Steel was involved in the All Out Brawl, featuring CM Punk and The Elite. During the brawl, Steel was reportedly guilty of biting Kenny Omega's arm, which led to his suspension along with Punk, Omega, and The Young Bucks. ## Subsequently, Steel, CM Punk, and The Elite returned to the company. Reportedly, Steel was brought back to work as a producer at the request of CM Punk, which stirred tension among some in the locker room. ## An agreement was reached for Steel to work remotely to avoid further issues, as he was brought back solely at CM Punk's request. With Steel's release from the company, it's possible that AEW sought to maintain a harmonious locker room environment and avoid disruptions. This could be the underlying reason behind Tony Khan's decision to release Ace Steel. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

Huge Update On LA Knight Contract Situation
1009 days ago
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Huge Update On LA Knight Contract Situation

More things have come around about LA Knight's WWE contract. ## According to Fightful Select which now re-confirms the report, previously reported by PWInsider, WWE has started talking to LA Knight about extending his contract for several more years. The report states that Knight has locked in a deal that is set to last until late 2024 or early 2025. ## PWInsider reported that they were in the process of making a new deal with LA Knight. Now, per Fightful Select, WWE attempted to place contract offers, but LA Knight and his representatives countered some of those offers. There have been reports that WWE was delaying LA Knight's push until he signed a new contract, even though his current one still had over a year remaining. ## Knight made his main roster debut back in 2022 and he has since been one of the top stars on the roster. Knight was first presented in a villainous role as he was the manager of his new stable, "Knight Model Management." His first television debut happened on the brand under the ring name Max Dupri. ## Later on, Knight embarked on a singles journey with no one on his side and quickly rose to fame with some of his top funds such as Bray Wyatt, Ricochet, and many more. Despite his poor win percentage, but popularity among the fans started increasing. ## One of the massive victories since making his main roster debut came when he eliminated Sheamus to win the Slim Jim Battle Royal at SummerSlam this year. His most recent win came At Payback where he defeated The Miz with John Cena as the surprise special guest referee. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...