Backstage Segment/ What Happened:
Eric Young and Robbie E are backstage, as E wants a title match. Young says he does not want Rob Terry involved and will bring a friend in. Ronnie from Jersey Shore is the friend that Young will bring in.
What I Liked:
Seeing Robbie E backstage with Young. I feel like they have not done much with these guys, even though I am not high up on either of them. They are more in ring story tellers, but it seems like they will impliment Ronnie from Jersey Shore. Interesting
What I Disliked:
The complete uninterest from everyone, especially because these guys are nothing more than lower mid card talent. Bringing in Ronnie may be a good move publicity wise, but with these two guys? What is the point? He is not going to get others over.
Grade: C-
Gunner vs. Abyss/ What Happened:
Gunner attacks Abyss on the apron. Abyss kicks him down, and hits a choke bomb to gain the advantage. Abyss gets physical and throws Gunner into the steps. Gunner gets some space, and runs into the crowd to get counted out.
What I Disliked:
Not much to like here, as the pairing was ridiculous and completely random. Why not have Mr. Anderson/Bully Ray/ Rvd/ Lynn or something that would be entertaining and make sense. The only thing I can see is maybe they want everyone to be scared of Abyss. Who knows, as Abyss is not marketable or enjoyable to watch. This is not 2009 anymore, his luster has rubbed off.
Grade: F
In Ring Segment:
Velvet Sky comes out happy as a butterfly. She talks about the obstacles she overcame to win the title. Karen Jarrett with Traci Brooks come out to say they could fire her right now. Brooks is sent to the back, and Jarrett says she wants to see Sky in pain, bloody, etc. Madison Rayne comes out to distract Sky, but it is the return of Gail Kim, as she attacks Sky from behind. Kim, Jarrett, and Rayne shake hands after Sky is knocked out.
What I Liked:
It is a matter of time where we see Kim and James fight, which are two of the best technical female wrestlers in the world. I am happy for Gail because she deserves to have her incredible talent displayed each week.
What I Disliked:
Having Kim come back as a heel. I assume this is the only way to go, with the Knockout Title on a face. The crowd, the die hard fans, and the casual fan is rooting for Kim because of her ability in the ring. She will thrive either way, but I do feel it would be more effective if she was a face, rebelling against what held her back.
Grade: C+
