Hardys Reportedly Not Close To Acquiring Broken Gimmick

– On Monday it was reported that Matt Hardy is reportedly very close to a deal with GFW for the rights to his Broken Universe gimmick. But now PWinsider (via wrestlinginc.com), says that the word from backstage at GFW at the Impact tapings this week is that “it’s actually much closer to the opposite with the two sides remaining very much at odds.”

Opinionated View- I'm pretty sure Matt was the one saying he was close in kind of an effort to again make Global Force look bad when they deny it. I see the usual "They should just let the Hardy's have it" bull coming out.  Matt's "Broken Brilliance" got a lot of help from the people in than TNA/Impact Wrestling. And the gimmick started in TNA/Impact. End of the day it wouldn't really matter we know WWE would either not use it since they want to keep the Hardy's in retro mode or they would do some crappy watered down WWE version. 

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Global Force IMPACT WRESTLING Preview

The following is scheduled for tonight’s 7/6 episode of GFW Impact Wrestling on Pop TV.
* The fallout from the Slammiversary PPV.
* Celebration for new Unified World Champion Alberto El Patron.
* Gail Kim makes a major announcement.
* Details on the 2017 Super X Cup tournament.
* The newest member of the LAX is revealed.

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SPOILERS: 7/5 Impact Wrestling TV tapings from Orlando, Florida

7/5 Impact Wrestling TV tapings:

* Segment where Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer declared 7/5 as Impact Wrestling Day in Orlando.
* Announcement to crowd that Grado has overstayed his visa in the US and must marry to remain in the country.
* Re-filming of segment where Grado tried to romance Laurel Van Ness.
* EC3, Eli Drake and Chris Adonis def. Grand Champion MOOSE, Eddie Edwards and Naomichi Marufuji
* Re-filming of GFW Women’s Champion Sienna def. Angel Rose.
* Taiji Ishimori def. Davey Richards to advance in the Super X Cup tournament
* Segment where Lashley demaned a title shot and that no one would get one before him. Matt Sydal runs out, avoids a Lashley spear and lays him out with the Shooting Sydal Press.
* Unified Women’s Champion Sienna def. Rosemary in a Last Woman Standing Match to retain the titles.
* Octagonito def. Trevor Lee by count-out when X-Division Champion Sonjay Dutt ran out and chased Lee to the back, who ran off with Dutt’s title belt.
* Segment where Grado called out Laurel Van Ness, asking her to marry him until Kongo Kong ran him off.
* Xplosion: El Hijo de Dos Caras def. Mario Bokara
* Dezmond Xavier def. Drago to advance in the Super X Cup tournament
* Mumbai Cat def. Trevor Lee, then unmasked to reveal it was Sonjay Dutt. Dutt then challenged Lee to a Ladder Match for the X-Division Title on the live Destination X special on 8/17.
* Eddie Edwards vs. Eli Drake never took place as Kongo Kong attacked Edwards backstage.
* EC3 def. MOOSE by split decision to win the Impact Grand Championship.
* Unified World Champion Alberto El Patron def. LAX by DQ in a Gauntlet Match after they all ran in and attacked Alberto. The attack continued until Dos Caras Sr., El Hijo de Dos Caras and the VOW ran in to make the save.

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7/5 WWE NXT Report

“WWE: Then. Now. Forever.”
We open with a video package highlighting tonight’s main event, as Bobby Roode defends his NXT Championship against Roderick Strong! With that, the NXT intro brings us to a packed house at Full Sail as commentary hypes the main event NXT Championship match. We go to earlier today as Roderick Strong and his family arrive at Full Sail. Back at ringside, Kassius Ohno makes his way to the ring for our opening match. Out next is Hideo Itami, followed by SAnitY. The bell rings, and this match is underway!

Tag Match
Kassius Ohno and Hideo Itami vs. SAnitY (Alexander Wolfe and Killian Dain)

Ohno and Wolfe start things off by locking up, and Ohno gets Wolfe in the corner. Wolfe responds with a right hand before sending Ohno to the corner, but Ohno stops him with a boot. Ohno brings Wolfe to the corner where Itami is, and tags him in. They double team with some hard kicks on Wolfe before Itami goes to work on him with some hard boots. Whip to the corner, reversed by Wolfe, who gets a boot to the face by Itami and a Tornado DDT onto the top rope! Dain goes after Itami, which gives Wolfe a chance to turn things around before tagging Dain in. Dain lays into Itami with some hard boots as we go to break.

Back from break, Wolfe is in control as he lays into Itami some more before tagging in Dain. Dain runs into Itami before slamming his fists onto him for a nearfall. Big forearm on the head of Itami and now he grabs the face, pulling at it before Itami breaks away…but Dain stops him from getting the tag, and Wolfe distracts Ohno away from the corner as Itami lays into Dain with some hard kicks. He goes to the corner but Ohno isn’t there, allowing Dain to hit a hard clothesline for a nearfall. Ohno back to his corner, looking for a tag as Dain picks Itami up. Itami hits some more kicks on Dain before Wolfe is tagged in, but Wolfe whips him into the corner. Itami dodges a charge by Wolfe, hitting a fisherman suplex for a nearfall. Itami back up as Ohno looks for a tag, but Itami ignores him and hits a Falcon Arrow for a nearfall, which is broken up by a senton by Dain. Dain gets further involved but is stopped by Ohno, who tells Itami to tag him in next time. Ohno gets to the apron but is knocked off by Wolfe, who takes some forearms by Itami followed by a running kick that sends Wolfe to his corner. Itami picks him up for the GTS, but Dain tags in right before Wolfe gets hit by the GTS by Itami, who gets caught with a cross body by Dain who picks up the win for SAnitY!

Winners via pinfall: SAnitY

SAnitY celebrate on the ramp as we get a replay of the match. We go to earlier today as Ember Moon is interviewed about looking for another opportunity at the NXT Women’s Championship. She is interrupted by Ruby Riot, who says Ember Moon had her shot. Nikki took her shot, and now it’s Ruby’s time. Ruby walks off, and Ember ends her talk saying she’ll take on anyone who stands in her way. Commentary transitions from that to a look at the Last Woman Standing match from last week. We find out that Asuka has decided to take a little bit of a vacation, refusing to come back until NXT has found her real competition. Commentary hypes the main event later tonight, as Bobby Roode defends the NXT Championship against Roderick Strong!

Backstage, McIntyre is asked about tonight’s NXT Championship match between Bobby Roode and Roderick Strong. He says that it will be a fantastic match, but the next time they have this talk it won’t be about someone else’s title match, it’ll be about MY title match. Men like Seth Rollins and Kevin Owens and Nakamura, when they won the NXT Championship, the world looked at them and said “that’s the guy to lead this industry.” That’s why I joined NXT, I need to join that lineage. When asked about other contenders to the title, he says all roads lead to the same destination: Drew McIntyre becoming the NXT Champion.
He walks off, and we go to NXT Takeover: Chicago when Tommaso Ciampa turned on Johnny Gargano after their loss to the Authors of Pain. We find out Johnny Gargano will return to NXT next week!
We go to earlier today to hear from the Iconic Duo, who feel disrespected about Billie Kay not getting recognition from NXT for her birthday. We hear some yelling in the background, and as Iconic walk off we see the yelling comes from Andrade “Cien” Almas and the woman that has confronted him in recent weeks. We try to get a word from Almas but to no avail, as commentary transitions to a look at a Mae Young Classic qualifying match from last week as Bianca Belair earned a spot in the historic tournament.
Commentary then hypes the main event, coming up next!

We go backstage for some thoughts from Roderick Strong, to get an idea of what is on his mind tonight…to which he replies, “victory.” Back at ringside, Roderick Strong makes his way to the ring for tonight’s main event. Backstage, we hear from Bobby Roode who says Strong has been living a fairy tale for the past seven weeks, and tonight he stands across the ring from reality. And it is simply…before finishing that statement, Roode walks off as his music hits back at ringside…
“GLORIOUS, NO I WON’T GIVE IN, I WON’T GIVE IN TILL I’M VICTORIOUS, AND I WILL DEFEND, I WILL DEFEND”
…as the NXT Champion makes his way to the ring. We get ring introductions for challenger and champion, and this match is underway!

Main Event: NXT Championship
Bobby Roode (c) vs. Roderick Strong

Both men lock up, and Strong gets Roode to the corner. Roode gets into the ropes, forcing a break. Roode has Strong in a side headlock, refusing to let go and grounding Strong before showboating a bit. He ends by doing his “GLORIOUS” pose only to be taken down with a dropkick that gets Strong a nearfall. Roode in the corner as Strong lays in some hard chops, and finishes with a dropkick for another nearfall. Roode leaves the ring to regroup on the ramp, but Strong takes in a shot and brings him back in the ring. Roode uses this as an opportunity to turn things around in his favor, but Strong reverses and hits a backbreaker on the champ for a nearfall! Roode takes another breather outside the ring as we go to break.

Back from break, Strong is still in control as he hits another backbreaker for a nearfall. Roode in the corner, catches Strong with a boot to the face and a blockbuster from the corner. Roode back to work on the challenger, getting some chops in from the corner before going for a suplex…only for Strong to block and catch Roode with another backbreaker that sends Roode out of the ring…and hits a dropkick that sends him flying onto the steel ramp! Strong continues the offense around the ring, but gets his leg stuck within the steel steps and the champ takes advantage kicking right into the steps! Roode continuing the attack, gloating in front of Strong’s family before bringing Strong back into the ring to work on the leg some more. Roode with some more chops before targeting the leg with some hard drops. Roode gloats some more before laying in another chop and a kick to the leg of Strong. Strong finally starting to fight back, only for Roode to swing at the leg to cause more damage…but Strong reverses another attempt for a nearfall. Roode responds with a lariat that sends Strong down hard!

Back from break, Roode is still in control with a toe ankle hold on the challenger. Strong tries to fight out, but Roode has the hold tight and gets Strong on his shoulders for a nearfall. Strong finally breaks free of the hold, getting some momentum has he hits a lariat of his own on the champ. Boot to the head followed by an enziguri, and a suplex. Strong charges and Roode blocks it, but Strong hits another backbreaker for a close nearfall! Strong having some problems with his legs as he lifts Roode up, but the champ chop blocks him and goes right back on the leg. Strong kicks him off and rolls him up for a nearfall, but Roode responds with a spine buster for a nearfall. Roode goes for the Glorious DDT but Strong hits a gut buster for a nearfall! Roode grabs the leg of Strong, throwing it into the steel post before coming back into the ring. Roode climbs up top but gets hit with an enziguri by Strong, who climbs up and drops Roode by the back onto the top turnbuckle! Roode outside the ring now as Strong brings him back in for a nearfall. Strong lifts Roode up for a suplex but his leg is hurting too much, as both men exchange blows. Strong gets thrown into the ref, but Strong stops himself only to walk into a Glorious DDT…but Roddy kicks out at two! Strong is struggling to get to his feet as Roode taunts Strong’s family. Roode lifts Strong up, and Strong hits a second wind with kicks and forearms and a backbreaker to top it off for a three count…but as Strong starts to celebrate, the ref informs him Bobby Roode’s foot was under the bottom rope. As the ref explains the situation to the timekeeper, Roode attacks Strong from behind knocking the challenger off the apron. Roode leaves the ring, hitting a Glorious DDT right in front of Strong’s family before bringing Strong back into the ring…hitting another Glorious DDT for the win!

Winner via pinfall and STILL NXT Champion: Bobby Roode

Strong’s fiancee and mother look dejected as Roode celebrates with his title in the ring. We get replays of the match as Roode goes up the ramp, celebrating on the stage as Strong embraces his family after a tough loss. Roode stands tall with his title as the show comes to a close.

Slammiversary 15 Review and what's in a name

Updated WWE Battleground Card

Here is how the rest of the Battleground card looks as of this Tuesday.

WWE Championship
Punjabi Prison Match
Jinder Mahal (c) vs. Randy Orton

Flag Match
John Cena vs. Rusev

WWE United States Championship Match
Kevin Owens (c) vs. AJ Styles

WWE Smackdown Tag Team Championships Match
The Usos (c’s) vs. The New Day

Opinionated View- Well this is going to suck. Orton and Jinder has been awful and now they are in a stupid gimmick match that will only lend more slow Randy work. Cena vs. Rusev have NEVER had a good match against each other even worse it's now so damn stale and we get another stupid gimmick match. Owens and Styles won't be any better than there first match. It just sad to see the shell of AJ Styles. New Day and Usos both suck

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WWE NXT Preview

Advertised for tonight’s WWE NXT on the WWE Network is Bobby Roode defending the NXT Championship against Roderick Strong in the main event.
Also scheduled for the show is Kassius Ohno and Hideo Itami vs. Sanity.

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7/4 WWE 205 Live Report

Results courtesy of WWE.com.

WWE 205 Live Results, July, 4, 2017: Neville delivers a final message to Akira Tozawa

With Titus O’Neil watching from ringside, WWE Cruiserweight Champion Neville decimated Lince Dorado, sending a clear message to Titus Worldwide’s Akira Tozawa. Also, Rich Swann and TJP square off in a friendly competition that left the WWE Universe on the edge of their seats.

WWE Cruiserweight Champion Neville confronted Titus O’Neil

PHOENIX – The first-ever Independence Day edition of WWE 205 Live kicked off with the founder and CEO of Titus Worldwide, Titus O’Neil, preparing the WWE Universe for the highly-anticipated clash between WWE Crusierweight Champion Neville and Akira Tozawa at the first-ever WWE Great Balls of Fire pay-per-view event.
Standing at a podium and flanked by posters of Tozawa and Neville, O’Neil delivered an impassioned description of the forthcoming match between The King of the Cruiserweights and Titus Worldwide’s newest client, The Stamina Monster himself. Speaking on behalf of his client, who was in Japan promoting his upcoming match, O’Neil proclaimed that under the banner of Titus Worldwide, Tozawa would absolutely become the next WWE Cruiserweight Champion.
This declaration prompted the WWE Cruiserweight Champion to interrupt O’Neil and express his true feelings about Titus Worldwide. Neville was quick to point out that Titus Worldwide’s Apollo Crews was decimated by Braun Strowman on Raw, explaining that the same fate awaits Tozawa. The King of the Cruiserweights then told O’Neil that he will face Lince Dorado tonight on 205 LIVE and use him as an example of the pain that awaits Tozawa at WWE Great Balls of Fire.

Neville def. Lince Dorado

As Neville awaited his opponent at ringside, Titus O’Neil joined Corey Graves and Vic Joseph on commentary. When the opening bell rang, Neville was quick to use his strength to overpower Lince Dorado and gain an early advantage. However, The Golden Lynx of Lucha Libre relied on his uncanny agility and speed to take control, much to the excitement of O’Neil.
Despite Dorado’s fast-paced offensive strikes, the WWE Cruiserweight Champion recalibrated his approach, tossing his opponent into the steel steps and seizing the opportunity to swing momentum in his favor. From there, The King of the Cruiserweights began to systematically dismantle Dorado in front of O’Neil.
Back inside the ring, Neville executed an impactful powerbomb and applied The Rings of Saturn for the submission win. After his victory, the WWE Cruiserweight Champion and O’Neil exchanged words, both confident they would have the last laugh at WWE Great Balls of Fire this Sunday.

Gentleman Jack Gallagher def. Tony Nese

Two weeks ago on WWE 205 Live, “The Premier Athlete” Tony Nese feigned an injury during a battle with Gentleman Jack Gallagher. Taking advantage of his opponent’s sportsmanship, Nese revealed his ruse and secure a pinfall for the win. Last week, The Brian Kendrick returned to WWE 205 Live with his sights set on Gallagher, mocking his appearance and attitude before attacking him with an umbrella.
Seeking a return to the winner’s circle, Gentleman Jack Gallagher challenged “The Premier Athlete” to a rematch, which Nese accepted. Early in the contest, Nese used his raw power to set the tone for the battle, taking a moment to show off his incredible physique in the process. Relying on his unorthodox abilities, Gallagher countered “The Premier Athlete,” leading to an incredible sequence of near-falls and counters that left both Superstars reeling.
Nese was the first to recover and quickly took advantaged of his dazed opponent. Using a combination of his power and speed, “The Premier Athlete” did his best to dismantle Gallagher and applied a unique – and painful – submission hold. With the WWE Universe in his corner, the British Superstar rallied and struck back. In an effort to regain control, Nese attempted a high-flying maneuver and appeared to injure his knee.
Once again attempting to fake an injury, Nese moved in for a final attack. This time, Gallagher was ready and hit his opponent with his patented headbutt before executing a running dropkick for the win. Reveling in his victory, Gallagher’s celebration was cut short when The Brian Kendrick appeared on the TitanTron. Delivering an Independence Day history lesson, Kendrick made it clear that he would not rest until he freed WWE 205 Live of Gentleman Jack Gallagher.

Rich Swann def. TJP

Longtime friends and former WWE Cruiserweight Champions Rich Swann and TJP squared off in a bout that Swann referred to as “friendly competition.” Hoping that he could help TJP reclaim the same glory and in-ring attitude that helped him win the WWE Cruiserweight Classic last year, Swann didn’t want The Duke of Dab to hold back.
When the opening bell sounded, Swann certainly got his wish as both Superstars engaged in a fast-paced and action-packed sequence of strikes and holds that epitomize the uniqueness of the Cruiserweight division. Despite an early advantage and near-falls by TJP, momentum swung back and forth until the inaugural Cruiserweight Champion managed to toss Swann over the ropes to the outside.
Showing that he was accepting of the spirit of Swann’s friendly competition, TJP did not attack or take advantage of his dazed opponent. Instead, he waited for Swann to recover and return to the ring on his own power. Nevertheless, once his adversary was back inside the ring, The Fil-Am Flash did not relent, but grew frustrated as he was unable to secure victory against Swann’s resilience.
Attempting to apply his patented kneebar, Swann managed to catch his second wind and relied on his pure athleticism to seize momentum and put TJP on the defensive. Following a near-fall, Swann ascended the ropes to execute the Phoenix Splash, but TJP recovered and leveled the playing field.
The two competitors battled toe-to-toe with the WWE Universe cheering them on, eventually taking each other out with devastating kicks. Exhausted, both Superstars continued to give each other all they had. Engaging in a sequence of pinfalls and counters, Swann found the right formula to keep TJP’s shoulders on the mat for the victory.
Although visibly frustrated, TJP shook hands and embraced Swann, displaying the incredible respect they have for one another.

7/4 GFW Impact Wrestling Spoilers

* Tyrus defeated Caleb Konley in a match for Xplosion

* Taiji Ishimori defeated Andrew Everett in a match for Xplosion

* The LAX comes out so Konnan can introduce their newest member - unified Impact World Heavyweight & GFW Global Champion Alberto El Patron. Alberto says he and Konnan go way back but this is BS, he's not joining LAX. Konnan tries to talk Alberto into joining but he refuses. LAX attacks Patron until Bobby Lashley makes the save. Lashley stares Alberto down and hands him his title before leaving

* Naomichi Marufuji vs. Impact Grand Champion Moose ended in a no contest when Ethan Carter left commentary to hit Marufuji with the belt, busting him open pretty badly. He went for Moose as well. Judges were Tyrus, Bruce Prichard and Scott D'Amore

* Trevor Lee defeated William Weeks, the jobber who first appeared a few months ago. Lee wrestled the whole match in the stolen X Division Title. After the match, X Division Champion Sonjay Dutt attacked Trevor and sent him retreating

* Laurel Van Ness defeated Ava Storie. Grado comes out with Joseph Park and he's got flowers & champagne to give to Laurel. Grado calls her the most beautiful woman he's ever seen. Grado suggests they go on a date and "Netflix & chill" but Kongo Kong comes out and they leave

* Alberto El Patron and Bobby Lashley defeated Impact & GFW Tag Team Champions The LAX in a non-title match. Alberto and Lashley appear to be on the same page until LAX attack again and Bobby leaves without helping Alberto

* Drago defeated Sammy Guevara

* Unified Knockouts & GFW Women's Champion Sienna defeated Amber Nova in a non-title match. Sienna cuts a promo on beating Rosemary at Slammiversary and calls Karen Jarrett out because she didn't believe she could get the job done. Sienna wants Karen to declare her the best champion ever but Allie comes out and nails Sienna with a kendo stick. Laurel makes the save for Sienna but Rosemary is also out. Gail Kim is out next to clear the ring of Sienna and Laurel. Karen announces Rosemary vs. Sienna for next week in a Last Knockout Standing match for the title

* Garza Jr, Laredo Kid and Octagoncito defeated Trevor Lee, Demus 3:16 and Idris Abraham

* Matt Sydal defeated Fantasma and Low Ki in a Triple Threat. Sydal takes the mic after the match and calls out Bruce Prichard. Sydal wants a title shot but he's interrupted by Bobby Lashley, who says no one deserves a title shot but him. The segment ends with Lashley spearing Sydal and promising more to come

* Eli Drake and Chris Adonis are attacked by Instagram stars "Swole Mates" before the next match. Drake then defeated Eddie Edwards, Ethan Carter III and Moose in a Fatal 4 Way. Drake stle the pin on Edwards after Moose pulled EC3 out of the ring to fight

* The LAX brings Alberto's father and brother, Dos Caras and El Hijo de Dos Caras, to the ring and beats them down. They threaten Alberto and go to take his father's mask off but Alberto finally appears. Konnan will let the family go if Alberto joins them. Alberto puts on the LAX t-shirt but changes his mind and attacks them

7/4 WWE Smackdown Report

WWE Smackdown starts off with a United States video package celebrating the 4th of July.

John Cena kicks off Smackdown

John Cena kicks off WWE Smackdown as his music hits to a thunderous pop. “Lets go Cena” and “Cena sucks” chant from the crowd. Cena teasing the crowd asking them if they missed him. Cena talks about the United States was built on a simple idea. That is that anyone can come and achieve greatness. And that’s what he thinks of the WWE. Superstars from all around the world get the chance to show their skills. He says he wants to compete with the best. But lately superstars are talking about his future. How he has sold out, nothing more than a part timing mascot.

He says he is not a part time. He is an all timer. And that means Monday Night Raw and that means Smackdown Live. He says he’s a free agent because if his time in WWE is limited, he will go down in a blaze of gloury. AJ Style, Nakamura, Kevin Owens, Seth Rollins, Samoa Joe, Brock Lesnar, Roman Reigns… “You line them up, I will knock every one of them down”.

Rusev’s music hits as he comes down holding a Bulgarian flag. Loud “USA” chants fill the arena. Rusev says that he works so hard that he got hurt. He says Cena was away in Hollywood while he was rehabbing his shoulder. He says Cena won’t take any opportunities from him. The American dream is a lie just like America is a joke.

Cena asks if Rusev is lost. Rusev tells Cena USA’s independance day is pathetic. In Bulgaria, they march and show their strength. But in the USA, they stuff their faces with cheeseburgers and hot dogs. A loud “YES” chant from the crowd. Rusev says it’s not a compliment. Cena says they could have a flag match tonight on Smackdown. The Bulgarian flag in one corner and the American flag in the other. Rusev says “YES, YES” but not today. Rusev says they will fight on his time and his terms. Cena tells him to run and tells the crowd to chant “USA”.

Daniel Bryan is backstage with Gable and AJ Styles. Bryan says he’s sick of Kevin Owens calling and complaining about how Gable and Styles should not be in the Battle Royal to determine the number 1 contender to the U.S title. Bryan says it’s Chad Gable vs. AJ Styles tonight and the winner enters the Battle Royal.

-Commercial Break-

AJ Styles vs. Chad Gable

The match kicks off with Gable taking Styles down. Styles gets back up and a drop kick from Styles to Gable.

-Commercial Break-

Back from commercial break. Both men on the top rope but Styles slides under Gable and trips him. Styles with a snap suplex into the corner. Styles goes for the Styles Clash but Gable gets out of it and puts Styles in the ankle lock. Styles tries to get out of it but Gable locks it in again. Styles slides out of it and gets the calf crusher on Gable. Gable rolls out of it. Both men back up and Styles with a Pele kick. Styles with the phenomenal forearm from the top rope. He goes for the cover, 1, 2, 3! Styles will be in tonight’s Battle Royal to determine the number 1 contender to the United States title. After the match, both men stand up and shake hands.

Winner: AJ Styles

Backstage the Hype Bros are talking about last week’s loss. They will both be in tonight’s Battle Royal.

Up next, Carmella and James Ellsworth.

-Commercial Break-

Carmella’s music as she makes her way down to the ring with James Ellsworth. James says he is cancelling independence day because they are here to celebrate something more important. A Carmellabration. Carmella asks the crowd if they actually thought someone else was going to win the Money in the Bank. Carmella says you can’t always get what you want, unless your name is Carmella. She says she has all the power. She decides where and when she would get to defeat the WWE women’s champion Naomi.

Naomi’s music hits. She congratulates Carmella. She says her eyes are always open and her glow is always on. And as for Ellsworthless, there’s someone who has words for him. Daniel Bryan’s music hits. Bryan makes his way to the ring. He asks James what is he going to do with him. A loud “Daniel Bryan” chant from the crowd. He says he knows exactly what he is going to do. He is barring him from the arena. Ellsworth jokes about getting back in. Daniel says he’s also fining him $10,000. And not to expect a paycheck for 30 days since he is suspended. And if he does not leave right away or if he breaks any of the rules, he is stripping Carmella of the Money in the Bank contract. Carmella tells Ellsworth to leave. She grabs him as they leave the ring.

-Commercial Break-

WWE Smackdown Women’s Championship

Naomi (c) vs. Lana

The bell rings and we are under way. Naomi goes for a roll on Lana and gets her in an arm bar. Lana taps right away.

Winner and still Smackdown Women’s Champion: Naomi

Tamina appears in the ring and tells Lana to get up. Lana looks embarassed.

Backstage, Nakamura is about to get interviewd but Corbin attacks him from behind. Both men fight backstgage but the referee’s break it up.

-Commercial Break-

Rap Battle: Usos vs. New Day

Wale, who will be MC-ing the rap battle between The Usos and the New Day is in the ring. He introduces both teams.

New Day mention Rikishi in their rap battle. The Usos make fun of Xavier’s height. The Usos Big E to keep it rated PG and not rated R like his boy Xavier Woods. The Usos push The New Day at the end of the Rap Battle and Wal disqualifies The Usos. The winners of the Rap Battle, The New Day.

-Commercial Break-

Aiden English is in the ring. He begins to sing but is cut when Randy Orton’s music hits. Aiden asks Orton if he was finished because he wasn’t done. He attacks Orton from behin with the microphone. Orton goes outside the ring but English throws him into the ring steps. Aiden gets back in the ring, grabs the microphone and continues his performance.

-Commercial Break-

Randy Orton vs. Aiden English

Aiden English is in the ring. He begins to sing but is cut when Randy Orton’s music hits. Aiden asks Orton if he was finished because he wasn’t done. He attacks Orton from behin with the microphone. Orton goes outside the ring but English throws him into the ring steps. Aiden gets back in the ring, grabs the microphone and continues his performance.

-Commercial Break-

Back from commercial, Orton is in the ring with Aiden English outside. Orton with a clothesline outside the ring. He throws English over the announce table. Orton throws Englsih into the barricade and after that into the ring poist. A back drop by Orton to English onto the announce table. Orton with a DDT from the announce table onto the floor. Orton grabs the ring post and hits Aiden with them as the bell rings and Randy Orton is disqualified. He throws English back into the ring. Randy Orton with the RKO.

Winner via DQ: Aiden English

Jinder Mahal’s music hits. Mahal on the microphone as a loud “USA” chant errupts. Mahal says it’s the land of prejudice and ignorance. He says he is disrespected. He says at Battleground, he will show why he is the only true super power in the WWE. Orton interrups him. He says no one will stop him from punishing him in the Punjabi Prison match. Orton says no one likes Jinder because he is a jackass.

-Commercial Break-

Backstage, Tyler Breeze dressed up as a woman is interviewing Tye Dillinger about the battle royal. Tye says it’s every man for himself. And he mentions how if it comes to it, Breezango might have to fight each other.

Renee Young interviews Maria Kanellis and Mike. Maria says their message is that love is undeniable. It’s ageless. Everybody wants love but not everybody gets it. They go to kiss but Sami Zayn accidentally drops a pipe next to them and breaks the mood. He apologizes. Zayn’s music hits and it’s the Independence Battle Royal.

Independence Battle Royal

Kevin Owens is at ringside doing commentary. The bell rings and the Battle Royal is underway. Dolph Ziggler is the first one eliminated. Fandango eliminated. As Tyler Breeze gets thrown out of the ring but is caught by Fandango. He throws Breeze back in the ring only to get thrown out and eliminated again. Mojo throws out Zack Ryder. Mojo gets eliminated. The final three on Tye Dillinger, AJ Styles and Sami Zayn.

Sami Zayn eliminates Tye Dillinger. AJ Styles and Sami Zayn the last two. Sami goes for the Halluva kick, misses and goes over the top rope onto the apron. He tries to suplex AJ over the top rope. AJ Styles with the Pele kick on Sami Zayn and Sami is eliminated! AJ Styles wins the battle royal and becomes the number 1 contender for the U.S title.

Kevin Owens gets in the ring and beats on AJ Styles. Owens goes to hit Styles with the belt but Styles with a kick takes Owens out as he rolls out of the ring. AJ styles lifts the U.S title.