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AEW Rampage Predictions & Match Card August 18, 2023: Preview, Schedule, Start Time, Tickets
1053 days ago
AEW Rampage

AEW Rampage Predictions & Match Card August 18, 2023: Preview, Schedule, Start Time, Tickets

Here is the full match card and everything you need to know about AEW Rampage which drops on August 18, 2023, from Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN. ## 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. ## In Canada, AEW Rampage airs on TSN online in simulcast with the U.S through its website and TSN Direct service. AEW Rampage began airing on TNT Africa on October 2, 2021, in Sub-Saharan Africa. The show airs every Saturday night, one day after the U.S. broadcast. ## In India, Rampage airs on Eurosport every Saturday at 7:30 AM IST. In Canada, the show is available to watch through the TSN website. ## The show is also available on the TSN Direct streaming service at 10 pm Eastern, the same time that the show airs live on TNT and FITE TV, the latter through an AEWPlus.com subscription. ## Rampage is available to watch through FITE, and for UK fans it will air live at 2 am on Sunday mornings. ## Click Here To, BUY TICKETS ## Confirmed Match Card ## Toni Storm & Ruby Soho vs. Hikaru Shida & Skye Blue ## It sounds like AEW Rampage is continuing to showcase its commitment to women's wrestling by featuring another main event match involving female wrestlers. The team of Toni Storm and Ruby Soho, both members of the Outcasts faction, will be facing AEW Women's World Champion Hikaru Shida and Skye Blue.## This is notable, as it marks the second consecutive week that Rampage is featuring a women's main event match, which is a positive development for the promotion and the wrestling industry as a whole. ## Singles Match: Rey Fenix vs. Komander ## Additionally, Rey Fenix is set to compete in a singles bout against Komander. This match holds significance as it marks Fenix's return to singles competition in AEW since May, when he was defeated by Claudio Castagnoli (also known as Cesaro) in a Double Jeopardy match. ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

AEW Dynamite Predictions & Match Card August 16, 2023: Preview, Schedule, Start Time, Tickets
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AEW Dynamite

AEW Dynamite Predictions & Match Card August 16, 2023: Preview, Schedule, Start Time, Tickets

Here is the full match card for this Wednesday's AEW Dynamite Episode which is slated to air live on August 16, 2023, from Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, TN. ## AEW Dynamite airs every Wednesday at 8 pm ET on TBS in the United States. In Canada, AEW Dynamite is available through the TSN website. In India, AEW Dynamite airs on Eurosport every Thursday at 5:30 AM IST. ## In Canada, The show is broadcast in simulcast with TNT in the U.S (but is subject to scheduling) and is streamed on TSN Direct as well as TSN's website. In Africa, The show airs every Friday night, two days after the U.S. broadcast. ## The show is available on the TSN Direct streaming service at 10 pm Eastern, the same time that the show will air live on TBS and FITE TV. ## Click Here To BUY TICKETS ## Confirmed Match Card ## Kenny Omega sits down with Jim Ross ## To commence, Kenny Omega is slated to have a conversation with Jim Ross, delving into a multitude of subjects encompassing his upcoming ventures, his association with Don Callis, and his impending role at AEW All In. ## To Qualify For AEW Women's Title Match At All In: Dr. Britt Baker DMD vs. The Bunny ## Dr. Britt Baker DMD will face The Bunny. The winner of that bout will move on to the four way AEW Women's World Championship bout at All In. ## Darby Allin & Nick Wayne vs. Gates Of Agony (Toa Liona & Kaun) ## Darby Allin & Nick Wayne are set to square off against The Gates Of Agony (Toa Liona & Kaun). ## MJF & Adam Cole talk about the main event of AEW All In ## Furthermore, MJF and Adam Cole are poised to make another appearance on the show, engaging in a discussion regarding the marquee showdown set to headline AEW All In. ## Texas Chainsaw Massacre Death Match: Jeff Jarrett vs. Jeff Hardy ## The upcoming August 16 episode of AEW Dynamite is set to feature an unprecedented Texas Chainsaw Massacre Death Match. During a promo on the August 11 edition of AEW Rampage, Jeff Jarrett made an announcement. He revealed that, in collaboration with The Texas Chain Saw Massacre video game, he is scheduled to take on Jeff Hardy in a Texas Chainsaw Massacre Death Match. ## Although Jarrett mentioned it as the Texas Chainsaw Massacre Death Match Championship, it remains uncertain whether there will be a title at stake. Jarrett also hinted that Leatherface might make an appearance during the match. ## AEW International Championship: Orange Cassidy (c) vs. Wheeler Yuta ## Furthermore, there's another match in store as Orange Cassidy is set to put his AEW International Championship on the line against Wheeleer Yuta. Cassidy managed to keep his title safe by defeating Johnny TV on the August 11 episode of AEW Rampage. Following that, Yuta stepped up and issued a challenge for a title bout. ## To stay updated with all the latest Combat Sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.

AEW Collision Predictions & Match Card August 12, 2023: Preview, Start Time, Location
1053 days ago
AEW Collision

AEW Collision Predictions & Match Card August 12, 2023: Preview, Start Time, Location

Here is the full match card prediction and everything you need to know about this week's edition of AEW Collision which is set to take place on August 12, 2023, live from Greensboro Coliseum in Greensboro, NC. ## 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. ## Click Here To Buy Tickets For AEW Collision On August 12, 2023 ## Confirmed Match Card (August 12, 2023) ## AEW Trios Title: House of Black vs CM Punk & FTR ## On this week's AEW Dynamite, it was announced that the House of Black crew is stepping into the ring for Collision. They're up against FTR and CM Punk in a six-person tag match, putting their Trios Titles on the line. ## It's gonna be cool to see how this match goes down. Remember, the House of Black holds the Trios Champions title. This match might just get CM Punk some real gold in AEW. ## Acclaimed back in action ## On the August 5 AEW Collision episode, Acclaimed, consisting of Max Caster and Anthony Bowens, chatted with Tony Schiavone backstage. They talked about how Billy Gunn feels like it's his fault they lost the AEW Trios Title match against The House of Black. ## Acclaimed also shared that they had a talk with Gunn, who made it clear that he's sticking with his decision to retire from pro wrestling. They mentioned that, as a tribute to Gunn's legacy, they'll carry his boots as a sign of respect. ## Kris Statlander and Willow Nightingale vs Diamante and Mercedes Martinez ## Next week, there's a women's tag team match set up: Kris Statlander and Willow Nightingale will go against Diamante and Mercedes Martinez. On the August 5 AEW Collision show, Statlander held onto her TBS title by beating Martinez. ## But things heated up afterward – Martinez unexpectedly attacked Statlander. That's when Diamante showed up and joined in the beatdown. But then, the situation shifted as Willow hurried over to rescue Statlander. ## We'll hear from Ricky Starks ## As revealed on the August 11 broadcast of AEW Rampage, Starks is scheduled to address the audience on the upcoming August 12 episode of AEW Collision. In the previous episode on August 5, Starks took on CM Punk in a contest for the "real" AEW World Championship, but couldn't secure a victory. Following the match, Starks went on to assault the special outside official, Ricky Starks, after the match had concluded. ## We'll hear from Powerhouse Hobbs ## Furthermore, AEW has revealed that former TNT Champion Powerhouse Hobbs is scheduled to address the audience during the upcoming show. Hobbs has been in a conflict with QT Marshall and the QTV team in the past few weeks. During the August 5 episode, Marshall extended an offer to Hobbs, presenting him with a chain and promising assistance for a victory at AEW All Out. However, Hobbs declined the offer, asserting that he didn't require any help. ## To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.

Ranking Top 10 Roman Reigns Matches Following His Return At SummerSlam
1053 days ago
WWE News

Ranking Top 10 Roman Reigns Matches Following His Return At SummerSlam

Roman Reigns is generally regarded as one of the best professional wrestlers currently active in the world today. Roman Reigns is currently in the midst of an awe-inspiring title reign as the Universal Champion, smashing records left and right. ## With an astounding 1,054+ days under his belt and no end in sight, he has etched his name in the annals of wrestling history as the longest-reigning Universal Champion ever and ranks sixth among the longest-reigning champions in WWE's storied past. ## During his remarkable title reign, Roman Reigns has valiantly defended his championship on 20 occasions, showcasing his unwavering dominance in the ring. Along this impressive journey, he has engaged in several long-term feuds with a diverse array of opponents. ## 1. WrestleMania 38 - vs. Brock Lesnar (WWE Championship Match) At WrestleMania 38, Roman Reigns faced his long-standing rival, Brock Lesnar. Reigns successfully defeated Lesnar to win the WWE Championship for the fourth time and became the Undisputed WWE Universal Champion, holding both titles simultaneously. ## 2. SummerSlam 2022 - vs. Brock Lesnar (Universal Championship, Last Man Standing Match) Roman Reigns and Brock Lesnar renewed their rivalry at SummerSlam 2022 in a brutal Last Man Standing match. Reigns emerged victorious, putting an end to their seven-year feud. ## 3. WrestleMania 37 - vs. Daniel Bryan vs. Edge (Universal Championship, Triple Threat Match) In the main event of WrestleMania 37, Roman Reigns defended the Universal Championship against Daniel Bryan and Edge in a high-stakes triple threat match. With assistance from Jey Uso, Reigns successfully retained his title. ## 4. TLC: Tables, Ladders & Chairs 2020 - vs. Kevin Owens (Universal Championship, TLC Match) At TLC 2020, Reigns faced Kevin Owens in a Tables, Ladders, and Chairs match. Despite Owens' relentless efforts, Reigns came out victorious, showcasing his resilience and dominance. ## 5. WrestleMania 39 - vs. Cody Rhodes (Universal Championship Match) On the second night of WrestleMania 39, Roman Reigns made his grand entrance for his seventh WrestleMania main event to the enchanting sounds of a symphony of pianos. As the match unfolded, The Usos tried to intervene, but Cody Rhodes received timely assistance from Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens. ## Despite the interference from Solo Sikoa, Reigns showed his resilience and determination, successfully retaining the titles against Rhodes. This extraordinary achievement marked the first time a champion defended the same championship at three consecutive WrestleManias, solidifying Reigns' legacy as a dominant and formidable Universal Champion. ## 6. Clash at the Castle 2022 - vs. Drew McIntyre (Universal Championship Match) At Clash at the Castle 2022, Reigns defended his Universal Championship against Drew McIntyre, with Solo Sikoa's interference playing a significant role in his victory. ## 7. Survivor Series WarGames 2022 - The Bloodline vs. Team McIntyre (WarGames Match) At Survivor Series WarGames 2022, Reigns led The Bloodline against Team McIntyre in a WarGames match. The Bloodline emerged victorious in this intense and chaotic encounter. ## 8. Royal Rumble 2022 - vs. Seth "Freakin" Rollins (Universal Championship Match) Roman Reigns put his Universal Championship on the line against his former Shield teammate, Seth Rollins, at Royal Rumble 2022. While Reigns lost the match via disqualification, he retained the title since championships cannot change hands via disqualification. ## 9. Hell in a Cell 2021 - vs. Jey Uso (Universal Championship, Hell in a Cell "I Quit" Match) In one of his most emotional and personal rivalries, Roman Reigns faced his cousin, Jey Uso, in a Hell in a Cell "I Quit" match at Hell in a Cell 2021. Reigns emerged victorious, forcing Jey to say the words "I Quit" after a brutal and intense encounter. ## 10. Money in the Bank - Roman Reigns & Solo Sikoa Vs. The Usos At Money in the Bank event held on July 1st, Reigns and Sikoa engaged in an intense "Bloodline Civil War" tag team showdown against The Usos. The atmosphere was electric as fans eagerly witnessed the clash between these formidable factions. However, to the surprise of many, Reigns found himself on the receiving end of a pinfall by Jey, marking his first defeat of such kind since December 2019. ## To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.

List Of Producers From 7/24/23 WWE Raw
1053 days ago
WWE News

List Of Producers From 7/24/23 WWE Raw

Shortly after Seth "Freakin" Rollins officially announced his World Heavyweight Title Rematch against Finn Bálor for SummerSlam, The Judgment Day responded to the earlier vicious assaults by Kevin Owens, Liv Morgan, and Apollo Crews with a savage beatdown of The Visionary and Sami Zayn. ## Check out the list below: ## WWE Raw Producers ## Fightful has learned the following producers and backstage news from WWE Raw## - Judgment Day, Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn promo: Jamie Noble## - Becky Lynch vs. Zoey Stark: Petey Williams## - Dominik Mysterio vs. Sami Zayn: Jamie Noble## - Tommaso Ciampa vs. Bronson Reed: Shane Helms## - Liv Morgan vs. Rhea Ripley: Jason Jordan## - Ricochet and Logan Paul: Shane Helms## - Drew McIntyre vs. Ludwig Kaiser: Kenny Dykstra## - Seth Rollins vs. Finn Balor: Michael Hayes## Dark Matches ## - Akira Tozawa vs. Sanga: Adam Pearce ## - Kayden Carter vs. Nikki Cross: Molly Holly## To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.

UFC 295 Fight Card: Prediction & Preview, Date & Location, Tickets, Start Time
1054 days ago
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UFC 295 Fight Card: Prediction & Preview, Date & Location, Tickets, Start Time

Here is the full fight card and everything you need to know about UFC 295: Jones vs. Miocic which will take place on November 11, 2023, at the Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York, United States. ## The event is expected to be headlined by a UFC Heavyweight Championship bout between current champion (also former two-time UFC Light Heavyweight Champion) Jon Jones and former two-time champion Stipe Miocic. ## Plush, a Light Heavyweight bout between Jiří Procházka and Alex Pereira will server the headliner at the event. ## UFC 295: Prochazka vs. Pereira Main card Weight class Heavyweight Jon Jones (c) vs. Stipe Miocic Light Heavyweight Jiří Procházka vs. Alex Pereira Featherweight Diego Lopes vs. Pat Sabatini Women's Strawweight Mackenzie Dern vs. Jéssica Andrade Lightweight Matt Frevola vs. Benoît Saint-Denis Flyweight Matt Schnell vs. Steve Erceg Women's Strawweight Tabatha Ricci vs. Loopy Godinez Lightweight Jared Gordon vs. Mark Madsen Bantamweight John Castañeda vs. Kang Kyung-ho Flyweight Joshua Van vs. Kevin Borjas ## UFC 295: Prochazka vs. Pereira Start Time ## What time does UFC 295 start in United States? ## -Main Card: 10pm ET / 7pm PT on ESPN+ ## -Prelims: 8pm ET / 5pm PT on ESPN, ESPN+ and ESPN Deportes## -Early Prelims: 6pm ET / 3pm PT on UFC FIGHT PASS## What time does UFC 295 start in Canada? ## -Main Card: 10pm ET / 7pm PT on BELL, Rogers, Shaw, SaskTel, Videotron, Telus, Eastlink and UFC PPV on UFC Fight Pass ## -Prelims: 8pm ET / 5pm PT on TSN and RDS## -Early Prelims: 6pm ET / 3pm PT on UFC FIGHT PASS## What time does UFC 295 start in UK?## -Main Card: 3am BST (Sunday) on BT Sport # -Prelims: 1am BST (Sunday) on UFC FIGHT PASS and BT Sport## -Early Prelims: 11pm BST (Saturday) on UFC FIGHT PASS## What time does UFC 295 start In Australia? ## -Main Card: 12pm AEST / 10am AWST (Sunday) on Main Event, Fetch TV, Kayo and UFC PPV on UFC Fight Pass## -Prelims: 10am AEST / 8am AWST (Sunday) on UFC FIGHT PASS, ESPN and ESPN on Kayo## -Early Prelims: 8am AEST / 6am AWST (Sunday) on UFC FIGHT PASS## What time does UFC 295 start In Africa? ## -Main Card: 3am WAT / 4am SAST (Sunday) on SuperSport Action and UFC PPV on UFC Fight Pass## -Prelims: 1am WAT / 2am SAST (Sunday) on UFC FIGHT PASS and SuperSport Action## -Early Prelims: 11pm WAT (Saturday) / 12am SAST (Sunday) on UFC FIGHT PASS## What time does UFC 295 start In India? ## -Main Card: 7:30 am IST (Sunday) on Sony TEN 1, Sony TEN 2, Sony TEN 3 and Sony LIV## UFC 295: Prochazka vs. Pereira Tickets ## -Click Here To, BUY TICKETS ## Stay Tuned To Sacnilk...

UFC 293 Fight Card: Prediction & Preview, Date & Location, Tickets, Poster, Odds, Start Time
1054 days ago
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UFC 293 Fight Card: Prediction & Preview, Date & Location, Tickets, Poster, Odds, Start Time

Here is the full fight card and everything you need to know about UFC 293 which will take place on September 10, 2023, at the Qudos Bank Arena in Sydney, Australia. ## The upcoming occasion will mark the promotion's sixth occurrence in Sydney, the first since UFC Fight Night: Werdum vs. Tybura back in November 2017. ## Originally, a UFC Middleweight Championship fight was anticipated to feature the reigning two-time champion Israel Adesanya against Dricus du Plessis as the headline bout. However, du Plessis became unable to compete on the scheduled date. Consequently, Adesanya's new opponent is expected to be Sean Strickland. ## A women's flyweight match between Casey O'Neill and Viviane Araújo was also set for this event. Regrettably, O'Neill had to withdraw due to an injury. Subsequently, Jennifer Maia was selected to replace O'Neill, and their rescheduled bout has been moved to UFC Fight Night 227. ## UFC 293 Fight Card Weight Class Fighters Notes Middleweight Israel Adesanya (c) vs. Sean Strickland For the UFC Middleweight Championship. Heavyweight Tai Tuivasa vs. Alexander Volkov Lightweight Jamie Mullarkey vs. John Makdessi Flyweight Kai Kara-France vs. Manel Kape Light Heavyweight Carlos Ulberg vs. Jung Da-un Light Heavyweight Tyson Pedro vs. Anton Turkalj Heavyweight Justin Tafa vs. Austen Lane Featherweight Jack Jenkins vs. Chepe Mariscal Featherweight Shane Young vs. Gabriel Miranda Welterweight Mike Diamond vs. Charlie Radtke ## For more and the latest news about UFC Event, stay tuned to us.

UFC on ESPN: Luque vs. dos Anjos Fight Card: Prediction & Preview, Date & Location, Tickets, Poster, Odds, Start Time
1054 days ago
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UFC on ESPN: Luque vs. dos Anjos Fight Card: Prediction & Preview, Date & Location, Tickets, Poster, Odds, Start Time

Here is the full fight card and everything you need to know about UFC on ESPN: Luque vs. dos Anjos (also known as UFC Vegas 79 and UFC on ESPN 51) which will take place on August 12, 2023, at the UFC Apex facility in Enterprise, Nevada, part of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Area, United States. ## UFC Fight Night: Holm vs. Bueno Silva had a brief rumor about former UFC Lightweight Champion Rafael dos Anjos facing Vicente Luque in a welterweight bout as the potential headliner. However, the fight was eventually moved to this date, and it will indeed serve as the main event. ## At UFC 289, Chris Daukaus was originally set to make his light heavyweight debut against Khalil Rountree Jr., but he had to withdraw in early June due to an injury. Fortunately, the match was rescheduled for this event. ## Originally, a bantamweight bout between Gaston Bolaños and Marcus McGhee was planned for this fight night. Unfortunately, Bolaños had to withdraw from the fight for undisclosed reasons, leading to JP Buys stepping in as his replacement. ## UFC on ESPN: Luque vs. dos Anjos Promotion: Ultimate Fighting Championship ## UFC on ESPN: Luque vs. dos Anjos Date: August 12, 2023 (2023-08-12) ## UFC on ESPN: Luque vs. dos Anjos Venue: UFC Apex ## UFC on ESPN: Luque vs. dos Anjos City: Enterprise, Nevada, United States ## UFC on ESPN: Luque vs. dos Anjos Fight Card Main Card (ESPN+) Weight class Odds Welterweight Vicente Luque vs. Rafael dos Anjos Light Heavyweight Khalil Rountree Jr. vs. Chris Daukaus Lightweight Lando Vannata vs. Mike Breeden Women's Strawweight Polyana Viana vs. Iasmin Lucindo Heavyweight Josh Parisian vs. Martin Buday Middleweight Josh Fremd vs. Jamie Pickett Women's Strawweight Juliana Miller vs. Luana Santos Middleweight A.J. Dobson vs. Tafon Nchukwi Bantamweight JP Buys vs. Marcus McGhee Featherweight Francis Marshall vs. Isaac Dulgarian Women's Strawweight Jaqueline Amorim vs. Montserrat Ruiz Featherweight Cub Swanson vs. Hakeem Dawodu Bantamweight Da'Mon Blackshear vs. Brady Hiestand ## For more and the latest news about UFC Event, stay tuned to us.

UFC on ESPN: Sandhagen vs. Font Fight Card: Prediction & Preview, Date & Location, Tickets, Poster, Odds, Start Time
1054 days ago
UFC News

UFC on ESPN: Sandhagen vs. Font Fight Card: Prediction & Preview, Date & Location, Tickets, Poster, Odds, Start Time

Here is the full match card and everything you need to know about UFC on ESPN: Sandhagen vs. Font (also known as UFC Vegas 78 and UFC on ESPN 50) which will take place on August 5, 2023 at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee, United States. ## The upcoming event in Nashville will mark the promotion's sixth visit to the city, with the last one being UFC Fight Night: Thompson vs. Pettis in March 2019. ## Initially, the headlining bout was set to feature former interim UFC Bantamweight Championship challenger Cory Sandhagen against Umar Nurmagomedov. However, Nurmagomedov had to withdraw in mid-July due to a shoulder injury. As a replacement, Rob Font stepped in for a catchweight bout at 140 pounds. ## A women's strawweight bout between The Ultimate Fighter: Team Joanna vs. Team Cláudia winner Tatiana Suarez and Virna Jandiroba was also on the card. Unfortunately, Jandiroba had to pull out of the fight due to a knee injury, leading to her replacement by former UFC Women's Strawweight Champion Jéssica Andrade. ## A flyweight bout was expected between Tagir Ulanbekov and Jake Hadley at the event. However, Ulanbekov had to withdraw for undisclosed reasons, and Cody Durden took his place. ## Moreover, a bantamweight bout featuring Said Nurmagomedov and Kyler Phillips was initially scheduled for the event. But, for reasons unknown, Nurmagomedov had to withdraw, and Raoni Barcelos stepped in as his replacement. ## UFC on ESPN: Sandhagen vs. Font Promotion: Ultimate Fighting Championship ## UFC on ESPN: Sandhagen vs. Font Date: August 5, 2023 (2023-08-05) ## UFC on ESPN: Sandhagen vs. Font Venue: Bridgestone Arena ## UFC on ESPN: Sandhagen vs. Font City: Nashville, Tennessee, United States ## UFC on ESPN: Sandhagen vs. Font Fight Card Main Card (ESPN / ESPN+) Weight class Odds Catchweight (140 lb) Cory Sandhagen vs. Rob Font Women's Strawweight Jéssica Andrade vs. Tatiana Suarez Light Heavyweight Dustin Jacoby vs. Kennedy Nzechukwu Featherweight Diego Lopes vs. Gavin Tucker Light Heavyweight Tanner Boser vs. Aleksa Camur Lightweight Ignacio Bahamondes vs. Ľudovít Klein Preliminary card (ESPN/ ESPN+) Featherweight Billy Quarantillo vs. Damon Jackson Bantamweight Kyler Phillips vs. Raoni Barcelos Welterweight Jeremiah Wells vs. Carlston Harris Featherweight Sean Woodson vs. Jesse Butler Flyweight Cody Durden vs. Jake Hadley Flyweight Ode' Osbourne vs. Asu Almabayev For more and the latest news about UFC Event, stay tuned to us.

UFC 291: Poirier vs. Gaethje 2 Fight Card: Prediction & Preview, Date & Location, Tickets, Poster, Odds, Start Time
1054 days ago
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UFC 291: Poirier vs. Gaethje 2 Fight Card: Prediction & Preview, Date & Location, Tickets, Poster, Odds, Start Time

UFC 291: Poirier vs. Gaethje 2 is scheduled to unfold on July 29, 2023, within the hallowed walls of the prestigious Delta Center, nestled in the vibrant heart of Salt Lake City, Utah, United States. ## The upcoming event will mark the Ultimate Fighting Championship's third visit to Salt Lake City, a city that last played host to UFC 278 in August 2022. The highlight of the show is a lightweight rematch between former interim UFC Lightweight Champions Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje, both of whom have also held the prestigious WSOF Lightweight Championship. ## The two contenders previously crossed paths at UFC on Fox: Poirier vs. Gaethje in April 2018, where Poirier emerged victorious with a fourth-round TKO. Their epic battle garnered widespread acclaim, earning the distinction of "Fight of the Year" by numerous media outlets. ## Originally set to take place at UFC 289, a thrilling welterweight bout featuring former UFC Welterweight Championship challenger Stephen Thompson and Michel Pereira has now been rescheduled for this event after contractual issues prevented its previous occurrence. ## In another welterweight showdown, Matthew Semelsberger and Yohan Lainesse were initially slated to face off at the event. However, on July 10, Lainesse was removed from the lineup for undisclosed reasons, leading to his replacement by Uroš Medić. ## On the women's flyweight preliminary card, Joanne Wood had been set to square off against Priscila Cachoeira. Nevertheless, Wood withdrew from the bout in mid-July, citing undisclosed reasons. Filling in her place is Miranda Maverick, ready to bring her prowess to the octagon. ## A welterweight matchup between Jake Matthews and Miguel Baeza had been secured for the event. However, on July 19, Baeza had to withdraw due to undisclosed reasons. Stepping up as the replacement is Darrius Flowers, a fresh face in the promotion. ## Though a bout between former UFC Middleweight Championship challenger Paulo Costa and Ikram Aliskerov was initially on the cards, the promotion decided to alter their matchups. Now, they are slated to face Khamzat Chimaev and Nassourdine Imavov, respectively, at UFC 294 in October. ## UFC 291: Poirier vs. Gaethje 2 Promotion: Ultimate Fighting Championship ## UFC 291: Poirier vs. Gaethje 2 Date: July 29, 2023 (2023-07-29) ## UFC 291: Poirier vs. Gaethje 2 Venue: Delta Center ## UFC 291: Poirier vs. Gaethje 2 City: Salt Lake ## UFC 291: Poirier vs. Gaethje 2 City: , Utah, United States ## UFC 291: Poirier vs. Gaethje 2 Fight Card Main card Weight class Odds Lightweight Dustin Poirier vs. Justin Gaethje Light Heavyweight Jan Błachowicz vs. Alex Pereira Welterweight Stephen Thompson vs. Michel Pereira Lightweight Tony Ferguson vs. Bobby Green Welterweight Michael Chiesa vs. Kevin Holland Preliminary card (ABC / ESPN / ESPN+) Welterweight Gabriel Bonfim vs. Trevin Giles Heavyweight Derrick Lewis vs. Marcos Rogério de Lima Middleweight Roman Kopylov vs. Claudio Ribeiro Welterweight Jake Matthews vs. Darrius Flowers Early preliminary card (ESPN+ / UFC Fight Pass) Flyweight C.J. Vergara vs. Vinicius Salvador Welterweight Matthew Semelsberger vs. Uroš Medić Women's Flyweight Miranda Maverick vs. Priscila Cachoeira ##

Roman Reigns Vs. Jey Uso Match Announcement Boosts SummerSlam Ticket Sales
1054 days ago
WWE News

Roman Reigns Vs. Jey Uso Match Announcement Boosts SummerSlam Ticket Sales

Roman Reigns has solidified his position as one of the most legendary pro wrestlers in history. The Tribal Chief's triumphant return in 2020 has seen him dominate the competition, making him a major draw for the company. His latest match announcement for SummerSlam has undoubtedly contributed to a surge in ticket sales for the event. ## The ongoing Bloodline storyline remains at the heart of WWE's current programming, captivating fans each week on Smackdown and building up immense anticipation for what lies ahead. Undeniably, this storyline has proven to be a lucrative investment. ## During the recent episode of Friday Night Smackdown, an electrifying announcement was made - Roman Reigns and Jey Uso are set to engage in a thrilling Tribal Combat match at the highly-anticipated SummerSlam Premium Live Event. ## In a discussion on Wrestling Observer Radio, Dave Meltzer shed light on the impact of this match announcement on SummerSlam. He revealed that ticket sales have experienced a massive boost ever since this match was confirmed. ## “The tickets have started to really pick up ever since Friday, which tells you Roman Reigns and Jey Uso, making it official and everything like that (led to a boost in ticket sales). ## So they have topped 45,000 and they’re moving pretty good. We’re a couple of weeks away, I think they’re gonna get to 50,000, maybe more. The product’s super hot, the Roman Reigns/Jey Uso angle is obviously exceedingly strong. ## WWE Delivers Record-Breaking Live Events In Mexico ## WWE recently announced the tremendous success of their back-to-back WWE SuperShow events in Mexico. These events were held at the Arena Ciudad de México in Mexico City on Saturday, July 22, and the Arena Monterrey in Monterrey on Sunday, July 23. Both shows set remarkable records for WWE, making it their highest-attended and highest-grossing live events in Mexico in the past 12 years. ## The Mexico City event, in particular, achieved outstanding milestones, shattering records for both attendance and gross revenue at the Arena Ciudad de México. Additionally, it made history by generating the highest-ever merchandise sales for WWE in Mexico City. ## Across these two thrilling nights, more than 25,000 enthusiastic spectators had the privilege of witnessing an array of Superstars who left a lasting impression. Among the captivating lineup were revered names like Roman Reigns, Rey Mysterio, Cody Rhodes, Rhea Ripley, Becky Lynch, Ronda Rousey, Seth “Freakin” Rollins, Dominik Mysterio, Charlotte Flair, and Santos Escobar. ## To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.

WWE NXT Results July 25, 2023: Live Coverage, Winners, Commentary, Recap
1054 days ago
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WWE NXT Results July 25, 2023: Live Coverage, Winners, Commentary, Recap

Here is the live coverage of WWE NXT which is scheduled to air live on July 25, 2023,f from Capital Wrestling Center with a full action-packed match card. ## Make sure you follow us on social so that you can come to know about momentary announcements and the latest results of WWE NXT and others. WWE NXT is broadcasted on USA Network [8 PM ET on Tuesday ] [You can watch WWE NXT live at 5:30 in India on Sony Ten 1/1HD/3/3HD every Wednesday morning]. ## WWE NXT Time In Canada: It airs live every Friday at 8 Am EDT on Sportsnet 360 ## WWE NXT Time In South Africa: The show also airs live on SuperSport Variety 3 in South Africa on Thursdays at 02:00 am CAT ## NXT Time In Italy: In Italy, NXT airs live on Dplay 2:00 pm ## WWE NXT Results February 28, 2023 & Winners ## Last week, Dominik Mysterio achieved an impressive victory over Wes Lee to become the North American Champion. As the Women's Champion Rhea Ripley enters the ring, she and Dominik address the WWE universe, emphasizing that Judgment Day runs the WWE, and they express confidence in Finn becoming the new Heavyweight Champion and Damian Priest as "Senor Money in the Bank." Rhea praises Dom's accomplishment as the North American Champion and refers to Mami (presumably Rhea's mother) as the greatest Women's Champion. ## Dom proudly claims that he has finally brought relevance to the Mysterio name in WWE. Rhea acknowledges Lyra Valkyria, possibly a newcomer or someone seeking an opportunity, and warns her not to step up to Rhea. ## Wes Lee interrupts the celebration, expressing frustration over losing the North American title to Dom and demands a rematch. Rhea believes that a new champion is what NXT needed, while Wes insists that NXT needs a "new" North American Champion tonight, implying that he wants a rematch immediately. ## Suddenly, Mustafa Ali interrupts the confrontation, showing respect for Wes but not for Dom. He accuses Dom of stealing catchphrases and moves from others and blames Wes for allowing Dom to get the title shot. Ali wants his chance at the title back. ## Tempers flare as Wes and Ali confront each other, and Dom manages to slip away from the situation. The segment ends with tensions running high between the three competitors. ## Following this confrontation, McKenzie interviews Tony and Channing. Tony expresses gratitude for the fan support, while Channing vows to reclaim the streets of NXT by winning the titles on Sunday. ## Bronco Nima and Lucien Price appear and challenge Tony and Channing, promising to make a name for themselves in tonight's match. ## The focus then shifts to the upcoming match between Lyra Valkyria and Rhea Ripley. Lyra explains that she's been in NXT for seven months and wants to prove herself by facing Rhea. She admires Rhea's journey from NXT UK to the main roster and doesn't want to wait for opportunities but create them herself. ## It's clear that emotions are running high, and tensions are building in the NXT scene, setting the stage for some intense rivalries and matches. ## Joe Gacy, Jagger Reid, and Rip Fowler (with Ava) Vs Carmelo Hayes, Trick Williams, and Ilja Dragunov ## Hayes and Gacy kick things off, engaging in a series of moves and counters. Gacy gains control with a wrist lock and a leg sweep, but Hayes manages to counter and go for a near fall with a leg sweep of his own. Trick tags in and delivers a dropkick to Gacy. Rip enters the match after a tag and lands a side headlock and shoulder tackle on Trick. However, Trick fights back, blocking Rip's hip toss and slamming him to the mat. Trick follows up with a shoulder tackle and a pop-up uppercut. Ilja tags in and works on Rip's arm, delivering chops and a back senton. He continues with punches and an Irish whip, executing a knee into the corner and a knee drop off the turnbuckles. Ilja applies a waist lock, but Rip counters with a wrist lock and backs him into the corner. Jagger tags in but misses a clothesline, allowing Ilja to hit a German suplex and hold on for another. Jagger elbows his way out of a third German suplex and tries to fight back. However, Ilja catches him with the Konstantin Special. Trick tags back in, unleashing forearms and an Irish whip on Jagger. But Jagger manages to kick him and deliver a clothesline. Jagger then punches Hayes on the apron, which leads to Hayes getting involved in the match. Rip and Jagger attempt a double suplex, but Hayes and Trick counter with springboard clotheslines. Hayes gets tagged in and exchanges moves with Jagger before trying to kick him, but Jagger avoids it. They lock up, and Jagger gains control with a wrist lock and Irish whip, but Hayes counters with an arm drag and a dropkick. Hayes follows up with a side headlock, and Rip tags in to kick Hayes in the back. Jagger sends Hayes throat-first into the ropes and hot shots him on the apron. Rip lands a European uppercut, punches Hayes, and gets a near fall. Rip continues with more punches and an elbow to the throat, using the ropes for an advantage. Rip then keeps Hayes down with a reverse chin lock. ## Hayes manages to fight back with punches and a kick to Jagger. He attempts a sunset flip, but Rip holds on to the ropes to prevent it. Trick tags in and punches Gacy, going for a dropkick and a jumping knee. Trick and Gacy team up for a flapjack, followed by Trick clotheslining Gacy over the top rope. Ilja tags in and clears the ring of Jagger and Rip. He tries to hit Torpedo Moscow on Gacy, but Gacy moves, causing Ilja to send Trick into the steel steps. Gacy returns to the ring, aiming for a handspring clothesline, but Ilja counters with a knee. Gacy responds with a waist lock and knees, attempting a Saito suplex, but Ilja manages to kick out. Jagger tags in and lands punches on Ilja. Ilja fights back with chops to both Jagger and Rip. He kicks Jagger and punches Rip, but the opponents manage to hit a powerbomb and neck breaker combo on Ilja. Meanwhile, masked men pull Jagger and Rip off the apron as Gacy misses a splash. ## Ilja prepares for Torpedo Moscow, but Hayes tags in and hits Nothing But Net on Gacy for the three-count, securing the victory for his team. ## WINNERS: Carmelo Hayes, Ilja Dragunov, and Trick Williams ## After the match, Hayes confronts Ilja, seemingly having some issues with him. He holds Trick back, possibly trying to prevent any further conflict between the two. ## Next, the broadcast shows a video package featuring Tiffany Stratton. She confidently proclaims herself as "IT," highlighting her young age of 24 and claiming that she is far from reaching her prime. She believes she embodies what a women's champion should be and declares that she is better than anyone else. Tiffany expresses her determination to retain the Women's Championship at The Great American Bash, emphasizing that she won't lose it to a 19-year-old competitor like Thea. She dismisses Thea's energy and claims that she won't let her win the title. Tiffany adamantly denies tapping out in their previous match, clarifying that her hand merely grazed the mat but did not tap. Despite the controversy, she's willing to grant Thea a rematch but calls the idea of a submission match "despicable." Tiffany seems fully confident in her abilities and assures the viewers that she will remain the champion after The Great American Bash. ## Additionally, it's revealed that the North American Title Match at The Great American Bash will now be a Triple Threat Match, adding more excitement and unpredictability to the event. ## Von Wagner Vs Javier Bernal Bernal attacks with knees and punches, but Von counters by sending Bernal into the corner and delivering a splash. He continues his assault by sending Bernal into the turnbuckles and follows up with more punches. Von then lands a boot and more punches to keep the pressure on. Finally, Von executes a uranage, getting the three-count and securing the victory. ## WINNER: Von Wagner ## After the match, Von sees Bernal lying near the announce table and decides to put him through it. He removes the hood from the table and power bombs Bernal through it, intensifying their rivalry. ## Suddenly, Bron Breakker attacks Von from behind, unleashing a barrage of punches. Bron then grabs a chair from under the table and swings at Von, but misses as referees rush out to intervene and prevent further escalation. ## Backstage, Gable Steveson is seen making his way through the area, followed by Ilja Dragunov. Carmelo stops Ilja and tells him that their issues are on hold until their match. Trick appears and pushes Ilja, to which Ilja tries to show some respect and avoid further conflict, warning Trick that he will break him if he comes at him. ## Hayes steps in and reminds Trick that he has a match against Ilja on Sunday, so they need to act professionally. Meanwhile, Gable Steveson heads to the ring for a promo. ## Gable introduces himself as a 2020 Olympic Gold Medalist and a two-time NCAA Champion, considering the options of becoming the first two-time Olympic Gold Medalist in American history or winning another NCAA Championship. ## However, Baron Corbin interrupts Gable and offers him advice. Baron tells Gable to go back to college and win more championships, warning him about the challenges of NXT and the professional wrestling world. Baron believes Gable doesn't belong in NXT and threatens to make him fail if he chooses to stay. ## Undeterred, Gable responds that Baron's words only make his decision easier, and he challenges Baron to a match at The Great American Bash. Gable shows his wrestling prowess by hitting a German suplex and an overhead belly-to-belly suplex on Baron. ## In the backstage area, Dana Brooke and Keliani Jordan are seen walking, presumably preparing for their upcoming appearance. ## Meanwhile, Cora Jade is also seen walking backstage as the show heads to a commercial break. ## Dana Brooke (with Kelani Jordan) Vs Cora Jade in a Kendo Stick Match ## Dana goes after Cora on the floor, but Cora manages to avoid her kendo stick swing. The referee starts the match, and Dana starts with punches. Cora rolls to the outside, and Dana sends her into the ring steps before using the kendo stick. Dana further punishes Cora by sending her into the apron and even knocking down Booker T at the announce table. Dana then gets her own kendo stick and climbs onto the announce table, but Cora sweeps her legs, causing Dana to crash onto the table. Cora takes control of the kendo stick and strikes Dana with it repeatedly, sending her into the apron and inflicting extra damage with a crossface using the kendo stick. ## Cora introduces more kendo sticks into the ring and continues her brutal assault on Dana. She slams Dana onto a pile of kendo sticks, then traps her in the corner with the stick, landing a knee strike. Dana fights back with forearms and clotheslines, executing a handspring back elbow in the corner. Cora counters a bulldog attempt and hits a double underhook DDT for a near fall. Cora brings a chair into the ring, places Dana in it, and tells Kelani to watch. She taunts Dana, telling her to go back where she belongs. However, Cora's focus on Kelani allows Dana to turn the tables. Dana performs a drop toe hold onto the chair and strikes Cora in the ribs and back with it. Kelani hands Dana a special pink kendo stick, and Dana uses it to repeatedly hit Cora. ## Dana grabs a chair and places it on the mat, covering it with more kendo sticks. She suplexes Cora onto the chair and kendo sticks. Dana climbs to the top rope and lands a swanton, securing the three-count for the victory. ## WINNER: Dana Brooke ## Hayes conveys to Ilja that Trick is unhappy with the headbutt incident and is planning to call out Ilja. Ilja responds by stating that he respects their friendship, and if Trick wants to confront him, Ilja is willing to face it. However, he clarifies that he's not seeking a match with Trick. ## Hayes reiterates that Trick isn't looking for a match either, implying that this confrontation goes beyond a simple in-ring competition. ## Ilja asserts that he will break Trick tonight and also plans to defeat Hayes on Sunday. ## After the commercial break, the show returns with Charlie Dempsey training, but things get out of hand, and Drew Gulak has to intervene to separate them. Drew expresses his disappointment, stating that they are meant for speed, not toughness, and their behavior is unacceptable. ## Damon Kemp enters the scene and offers to be a training partner for toughness if they are looking for one. Scrypts joins the commentary team for the upcoming events. ## Tony D'Angelo and Channing Lorenzo Vs Bronco Nima and Lucien Price ## Nima and Channing kick off the match, with Nima placing Channing on the turnbuckles. Channing manages to counter with a kick, but Nima responds with a back elbow. Lucien Price tags in, and they execute a double back elbow, earning Price a near fall. Price misses a stomp, and Lorenzo delivers punches. Price attempts a slam, but Channing intervenes with an uppercut. Tony tags in, focusing on Price's leg with a kick and a double leg takedown, followed by stomps to the midsection. Tony continues with punches while holding Price in a front face lock. Price fights back with a punch, and Nima tags in. Price hits Lorenzo with a knee to the midsection, and Nima follows up with a stomp. Tony retaliates with punches and kicks. Lorenzo tags in, delivering more punches to Nima and kicking Price before executing a dropkick. Tony sends Lorenzo into Price, and Nima experiences hip tosses, leading to a near fall for Lorenzo. ## Price tags in, and Nima hits him with a back drop. Price catches Lorenzo and drops him on Nima's knee. Price follows up with a clothesline in the corner, gaining another near fall. He chokes Lorenzo in the ropes while Nima splashes him from behind. Price continues to kick Lorenzo in the ropes and earns another near fall. Axiom interferes, attacking Scrypts, and Lorenzo kicks Scrypts to the floor. Axiom then performs a suicide dive. Price misses a splash, and Tony tags in, unleashing clotheslines on Price and executing a suplex on Nima. Tony delivers shoulder tackles and a spinebuster on Price for a near fall. Lorenzo sends Nima over the top rope and to the floor. Tony and Lorenzo execute their double team move called "Bada Bing" on Price, securing the victory with a three count. ## WINNERS: Tony D'Angelo and Channing Lorenzo ## Gallus appears on the ShawnTron. ## Joe warns Tony not to get too comfortable because things can change in the blink of an eye. After Sunday, Tony's freedom won't mean anything because Gallus will be on top. ## Dijak addresses Eddy Thrope, stating that while Thrope survived NXT Underground and acts like he's on top, it doesn't mean he's ready for championship contention. Dijak is also chasing after the same gold and claims to hand out justice with great conviction and reckless abandon, something Thrope cannot overcome. ## After the commercial break, it is confirmed that Baron Corbin will face Gable Steveson at The Great American Bash. ## A segment shows Blair Davenport filming something for social media at a convenience store when Roxanne Perez attacks her. The two engage in a fight around the store while someone watches the chaos. ## Roxanne warns Blair that it's just a taste of what she'll experience at The Great American Bash, and then leaves as the police arrive. Their match will be a Weapons Wild Match. ## On Supernova Sessions with Noam 'Bernie' Dar, Lash Legend and others confront Noam Dar about Nathan Frazer holding the Heritage Cup. They present Dar with a Heritage Cup, but Frazer and Dragon Lee interrupt. Frazer accuses Dar of being a fraud, and Lee points out there are two Heritage Cups and two annoying women (Lash and Oro) present. Chaos ensues, with a confrontation between all parties. ## Andre Chase motivates Thea ahead of her upcoming match, recalling their recruitment process three years ago and expressing confidence in Thea's abilities. Thea is determined to prove her critics wrong and become the youngest champion in history. ## The show also features a look at Humberto Carrillo and Angel Garza arguing in the Most Dangerous Parking Lot in Sports Entertainment, with Carrillo questioning their priorities between chasing women or glory. ## Please note that the names and events mentioned in the text may not correspond to real WWE storylines or characters as of my last knowledge update in September 2021. ## Rhea Ripley (with Dominik Mysterio) Vs Lyra Valkyria in a Non Title Match ## Rhea and Lyra lock up, and Rhea backs Lyra into the corner, giving a clean break. Lyra responds with a side headlock, but Rhea blocks a takedown attempt. Rhea takes control with a side headlock and a shoulder tackle. Lyra counters with a dive, taking Rhea down, and then walks over her. Lyra goes for a victory roll for a near fall. Rhea fights back with a kick to the midsection and a forearm to the back. She sends Lyra into the turnbuckles and delivers a chop. Rhea attempts an Irish whip, but Lyra floats over and goes through her legs, executing a headscissors takedown. Rhea responds with a wheelbarrow into a German suplex, followed by a dropkick that sends Lyra to the floor. ## Rhea sends Lyra into the apron and then back into the ring, focusing on Lyra's back. Lyra manages to stop Rhea with her knees and counters with shoulder strikes and forearms. Rhea kicks Lyra when she returns to the ring and chokes her in the ropes. Lyra drops Rhea on the top rope and tries to mount a comeback. Rhea, however, kicks Lyra and delivers forearms to her lower back. Rhea goes for a third forearm, but Lyra goes for a backslide. Lyra gets back on her feet, and Rhea continues her assault with kicks and stomps on the feet. Rhea sends Lyra face-first to the mat for a near fall. Rhea attempts RipTide, but Lyra counters into a rear naked choke and sleeper hold. Rhea backs Lyra into the corner and snap mares her off, using a headbutt to keep control. ## Rhea goes up top for a frog splash, but Lyra recovers and kicks Rhea, sending her to the floor. However, Dominik Mysterio intervenes, pushing Rhea out of the way and taking the dropkick from Lyra. Lyra then hits a headscissors on the floor. She goes up top and Rhea catches her, trying for a suplex, but Lyra counters into a DDT. Lyra goes for a frog splash and nearly gets the victory. She follows up with spinning back heel kicks, shoulder strikes, enzuigiris, and round kicks. Lyra also attempts a springboard move, but Rhea stops her with a kick. ## Finally, Rhea hits her finishing move RipTide to secure the three-count and the victory. ## WINNER: Rhea Ripley ## After the match, Rhea Ripley tells Lyra Valkyria to prove herself and defeat Jacy Jayne. ## Trick Williams is seen backstage. ## The show returns from commercial with an announcement of an eight-person tag match scheduled for The Great American Bash Kickoff Show. They then run through the card for The Great American Bash event. ## Trick Williams comes out to the ring and addresses Ilja Dragunov. He tells Ilja that Carmelo Hayes will take care of business on Sunday and put Ilja's jersey in the rafters. Tonight, however, is about Trick and Ilja, and he challenges Ilja to come out for a fight. ## Ilja makes his way to the ring, but Trick immediately takes control with a dropkick and forearms to the back. Trick sends Ilja into the ringside barrier multiple times and continues with punches and forearms. Trick slams Ilja and sends him into the ring steps. However, as Trick comes off the steps, Ilja counters with a round kick. Ilja then executes multiple German suplexes on the floor. He sends Trick back into the ring and delivers a barrage of chops. More chops follow, and Ilja shows no mercy. ## Trick tries to fight back by grabbing Ilja's foot, but Ilja responds with a falling forearm strike. Ilja sets up for another falling forearm and connects with it. He then places Trick in the corner against the turnbuckles and taunts him, telling Trick that he wanted this fight. ## Ilja goes for his signature move, Torpedo Moscow, but accidentally hits Carmelo Hayes with it instead of Trick. Ilja holds the NXT Championship belt and tells Carmelo that he is a man of honor and loyalty. He advises Carmelo to cherish his friendship with Trick because that's all he'll have left after Ilja takes the NXT Championship from him. ## To stay updated with all the latest combat sports news, add Sacnilk.com to your Google News feeds and follow us on Twitter.