Opinion

The Good, Bad, and Ugly Post-Hell In a Cell 2018

Published

7 years ago

September 17, 2018

Bobby Fernandes

How did the famous, spectacular Hell In a Cell 2018 go?

Well let’s begin.

THE GOOD

Jeff Hardy vs. Randy Orton (Hell in a Cell Match): Jeff Hardy is a maniac and what better violent, sadistic person than Randy Orton to play with. These veterans wasted no time showing us what they are made of, in this Hardcore, TLC, Hell In a Cell Match. They beat the ever loving hell out of each other, the crowd was gasping for air. I was actually surprised they opened with this match as I knew it was going to be fantastic. It has the chance to completely steal the show off of the bat. The Superplex even had a little extra flavor to it, and the ladder was used in multiple unique ways and painful to watch. Borderline torture inflicted by Orton, as a screwdriver was even incorporated set Jeff Hardy off on a violent vengeful rage. This bloody, extreme, opening match, had false finishes, near falls and delivered on all levels. After an intense drop inside the Hell in the Cell through a table by Jeff Hardy leaving him badly injured, The Viper Randy Orton picks up the victory.

SmackDown Women’s Championship: Charlotte Flair (c) vs Becky Lynch: Very technical match, however not smooth sailing as they seemed to not be in sync with one another. Whenever Becky Lynch went hard, and wasn’t trying to be fancy it looked great, but whenever the two respected former friends tried to do something out of the ordinary it just didn’t work out. The crowd was behind the Lass Kicker the entire time, except for the always present Wooo! on Charlotte Flair’s high spots. As the match went on it did improve and although it didn’t deliver to its full potential, the crowd was into it, and the right Woman Won, Congrats to the Irish Lass Kicker and all around Superstar, Becky Lynch, you most definitely deserve it!

Raw Tag Team Championship: Dolph Ziggler & Drew McIntyre (c) vs. Seth Rollins & Dean Ambrose: The crowd absolutely went ballistic for Rollins and Ambrose. They are as over as Vince wants Roman Reigns to be. This match was expertly done, as the talent is over the top. Rollins looked particularly sharp, as he just seems to improve every event. Drew McIntyre is also going to just get better, he is simply going to rise to the top if he continues to work at this level. Bravo on the ending, it was just amazing, the kick from the suplex following the Superplex was a phenomenal finish. Dolph Ziggler and Drew McIntyre retain the Raw Tag Team Titles.

WWE Championship — AJ Styles (c) vs. Samoa Joe: I for one was not in any way excited for this match. I just want WWE to wrap it up already, and give some fresh talent their due. Before it even started I didn’t even think AJ Style’s perfect hairdo could save it. It had its highs, as these two are some of the best in the industry. It had its lows like the weak strikes, and the rolling shin kick from Samoa Joe. Overall, the feud is just overplayed, and it should have already concluded. The only save sake was AJ Styles is a tremendous Champion and leader. Samoa Joe, who played one of Kakamora (coconut pirate) from Moana, is killing our beloved Champion. It was over, AJ going to sleep, then almost stealing the Rowdy Piper vs Bret Hart finish, AJ Styles rolls back for the pin. AJ Styles retains the WWE Championship.

THE BAD

SmackDown Tag Team Championship — New Day (c) vs. Rusev Day: As predicted this was a very predictable action packed match…On the pre-show, which as you know drives me crazy. We had the usual interruptions and blatant disrespect shown to the tremendous talent involved. Even with the insanely talented Kofi Kingston, Big E and Rusev Day, the fact that this is on the Pre-show and predictable outcome left a bad taste in my mouth, New Day retains. I am hoping this means that something is new is up the WWE Machines sleeve in the near future for all involved especially Rusev.

Raw Women’s Championship: Ronda Rousey (c) vs. Alexa Bliss: Tonight was not their best. Alexa Bliss’ posse is a sad sight, and really adds no value and even hurts her. Alexa Bliss and Ronda Rousey are great talents with no limits to their potential, but this match was just nothing special. It was nice to see the Goddess get some offense on the Rowdy one, in fact she had a lot of offense surprisingly, and WWE finally showed that Ronda Rousey was human. It really hurt that this was a predictable finish though as WWE would never consider Ronda Rousey dropping her belt so quickly. Congrats to Rowdy Ronda Rousey on retaining her title in this hard fought match via you guessed it submission.

THE UGLY

Daniel Bryan & Brie Bella vs. The Miz & Maryse: The “Yes” movement is alive and well. The only save sake to this waste of time would have been a short match, however we just were not that lucky. This match was the definition of Cheese. It was tough to watch. The crowd was into it but that was because Daniel Bryan is simply untouchable, and everyone loves to hate The Miz. Nothing to write home about, it was predictable, and cliché, the ugly duckling of the card. With literally the worst roll up in history, I mean it, Maryse pins Brie Bella for the “W”.

WWE Universal Championship: Roman Reigns (c) vs. Braun Strowman (Hell in a Cell Match): First, let me say, always good to see Mick Foley, especially in a match he made famous. Pretty warm reception for “The Big Dog” surprised me right away, also that he is undefeated in Hell In a Cell. This was a hard hitting, action packed, battle of the titans. It delivered. It had a great pace, the two big men used their surroundings effectively, and it just was plain entertaining. For their size they can go, they are two of the top wrestling stars in the world. It was also great to see the Hell In a Cell serve its purpose and keep the extra crap from entering the match. The action on top of the Cell had me like most of us on the edge of my seat. The double bump from Rollins and Ziggler was legit, and looked great. Then it happened. Brock Lesnar kicked in the door, beat the hell out of everyone, and caused havoc. I certainly didn’t see this coming as I’m sure no one did. However, that is where this spectacular match was ruined. For some reason, only Vince knows why, they called the match. It ruined a great story, great show, and my night. This match because of this stupid, senseless finish, is now an Ugly way to end this chapter on an otherwise Good night!

Overall, more good than bad, it was enjoyable, fun and had some tremendous high spots. WWE is the cream of the crop no matter how you look at it, and I will never miss a show. Until next time, as always say “I see said the blind man” maybe someday I will tell you why, but here is a hint, “You’re Fired.”

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Chairshot Staff Picks: Money In The Bank

Extra, extra read all about it… Chairshot Staff picks are in!!!

Published

2 weeks ago

June 6, 2025

PC Tunney

Sing it with me… money money money money moneeeeeeeeeyeeeeee… everybody’s got a price! MONEY IN THE BANK is here!!! How money will our staff picks be?!?

AJ – Roxanne Perez
Andrew – Stephanie Vaquer – *Bubba Sparxxx Impression* I don’t tell stories, I let them tell theyself.
Dave – Guilia – A stacked field but I just like her here.
DJ – Naomi
DPP – Roxanne Perez
Jason – Alexa Bliss
Patrick – Roxanne Perez
Rey – Naomi – If Naomi loses, we riot!
Rob – Naomi
Greg – Alexa Bliss – Bliss has had huge reactions since returning and is moving a ton of merch. While I can see them wanting to build Roxanne Perez, Giulia, or Stephanie Vaquer, I think Alexa Bliss.

Tunney’s Take: Rhea Ripley – I’ll make my case short and sweet… Mami in the Bank! You can’t leave that money on the table.

Chairshot Pick – Tie – Naomi 3 & Roxanne Perez 3 (Alexa Bliss 2, Giulia 1, Rhea Ripley 1, Stephanie Vaquer 1)

AJ – LA Knight
Andrew – El Grande Americano – Feels correct given his push and the fact he’s over.
Dave – Seth Rollins – Got to push that new faction.
DJ – LA Knight
DPP – El Grande Americano
Jason – LA Knight
Patrick – Solo Sikoa
Rey – LA Knight – Looks like another push, and he does have history with Cena.
Rob – Solo Sikoa
Greg – Seth Rollins – This company is extremely high in the El Grande Americano gimmick, but this match comes down to Seth Rollins or LA Knight. Given the Rollins storyline, it’s his briefcase to win.

Tunney’s Take: El Grande Americano – Picture this: Chad Gable wins the AAA Mega Championship and El Grande Americano wins MITB! WHAT A SATURDAY in LA!!!

Chairshot Pick – LA Knight 4 (El Grande Americano 3, Seth Rollins 2, Solo Sikoa 2)

AJ – Becky Lynch – Sadly
Andrew – Becky Lynch – I still don’t care about Lyra.
Dave – Lyra Valkyria – Starting to warm up to her and Becky has a lot to do with that.
DJ – Lyra Valkyria
DPP – Becky Lynch
Jason – Becky Lynch
Patrick – Lyra Valkyria
Rey – Becky Lynch – Put some fire on the Irish Beef.
Rob – Becky Lynch
Greg – Becky Lynch – I don’t think you do a rematch here just to have Becky lose again. Unless Bayley shows up to help Lyra.

Tunney’s Take: Becky Lynch – A big part of me feels that winning this title checks off a major box for Becks in her HOF career.

Chairshot Pick – Becky Lynch 8-3

AJ – Cena & Paul
Andrew – Rhodes & Uso – Easy way for Cena to lose without eating the pinfall.
Dave – Rhodes & Uso – Get the QB back on the winning track.
DJ – Rhodes & Uso
DPP – Rhodes & Uso
Jason – Cena & Paul
Patrick – Cena & Paul
Rey – Rhodes & Uso – Heels usually lose these kinds of matches. Logan takes the pin.
Rob – Cena & Paul
Greg – Rhodes & Uso – I hope Jey isn’t an afterthought here like Cody was last fall when he was paired up with Roman. I think Cody pins Cena to set up Cody-Cena 2 at SummerSlam.

Tunney’s Take: Cena & Paul – I don’t think Cena is involved in another loss until he loses the WWE Championship. I also think Logan Paul is NOT done trying to capture Jey Uso’s World Heavyweight Championship. …Travis Scott in the house?

Chairshot Pick – 6-5 Rhodes & Uso

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Chairshot Staff Picks: Backlash St. Louis

Chairshot Staff picks!!!

Published

2 months ago

May 9, 2025

PC Tunney

May is upon us and with that, so is Backlash from St. Louis! What does the first PLE after WrestleMania have in store for the WWE Universe? Let’s see if the Chairshot Staff can properly interpret the crystal ball of rasslin’ future.

AJ – Pat MacAfee – Gunther has to start losing control and who better than an announcer.
Andrew – Pat MacAfee – Goldberg getting involved does seem correct here.
Dave – Gunther – He’s not losing to a broadcaster.
DJ – Gunther – Pat is sent to the shadow realm until football season is over.
DPP – Gunther – Post match beat down leads to Pat time off.
Jason – Gunther – One massive spot and or bump from Pat.
Patrick – Gunther
Rey – Gunther – RIP MacAfee, t’was a good life.
Rob – Gunther
Greg – Pat MacAfee – Why? Goooooldbeeerrrrrgggggg!

Tunney’s Take: Gunther – Seems like the right pick here. Pat may be getting some time off and Gunther needs more heat.

Chairshot Pick – GUNTHER 8-3

AJ – Lyra Valkyria – Becky’s hopefully putting her over, still mad about Dakota.
Andrew – Becky Lynch – I have no real interest in Lyra currently.
Dave – Becky Lynch – Lyra is boring AF!
DJ – Lyra Valkyria – Bayley interferes.
DPP – Becky Lynch – Becky cheats and steals the title.
Jason – Lyra Valkyria – Bayley costs Becks.
Patrick – Becky Lynch
Rey – Becky Lynch – Story needs to jump up a bit, Becky Charlotte’s Lyra.
Rob – Lyra Valkyria
Greg – Becky Lynch – It’s been fun, Lyra. (It kinda hasn’t)

Tunney’s Take: Lyra Valkyria – Bayley’s interference should set up some type of program with Becky as we head towards Summer(Slam).

Chairshot Pick – BECKY LYNCH 6-5

AJ – Jacob Fatu – Great way to put him over w/ two former WHCs and LA Knight.
Andrew – Jacob Fatu – He’s Jacob Fatu!
Dave – Jacob Fatu – Too soon to pull the belt off him.
DJ – Jacob Fatu – Priest and LA can’t decide who’s is bigger.
DPP – Jacob Fatu – Your hardcore match, tables and chairs involved.
Jason – Jacob Fatu – The Champ retains due to or in spite of Solo.
Patrick – Jacob Fatu
Rey – Jacob Fatu – All gas. No brakes. Ain’t losing.
Rob – Jacob Fatu
Greg – Jacob Fatu – Someone from The Samoan Dynasty ain’t winning a title just to drop it.

Tunney’s Take: Jacob Fatu – Uncle Mo is on Fatu’s side and other than Knight, I don’t see Drew or Priest holding the US title in the current circumstances of this title’s landscape.

Chairshot Pick – JACOB FATU 11-0

AJ – Dominic Mysterio – Judgement Day shenanigans just leading up to Finn turning on Dom later.
Andrew – Penta – Dom’s fine having a short reign, could also work for pushing AAA.
Dave – Dominic Mysterio – He’s probably more over than Penta.
DJ – Dominic Mysterio – Dirty Dom takes home the gold and the girl.
DPP – Dominic Mysterio – Big Head helps Dom pull out the win.
Jason – Dominic Mysterio – By hook and crook.
Patrick – Dominic Mysterio
Rey – Dominic Mysterio – Latino Heat keeps burning. Finn gets closer to the edge.
Rob – Dominic Mysterio
Greg – Dominic Mysterio – Someone from The Guerrero Dynasty ain’t winning a title just to drop it.

Tunney’s Take: Dominic Mysterio – That belt looks good with the king of chicken tendys. I can see Penta and Rey reforming as a tag team sooner than later.

Chairshot Pick – DOMINIC MYSTERIO 10-1

AJ – John Cena – Why? Cena wins, lol.
Andrew – John Cena – Shenanigans ensue so it’s not a clean win.
Dave – John Cena – The last time is now.
DJ – John Cena – Randy hears voices telling him he needs an Attitude Adjustment.
DPP – John Cena – Cena tries to cheat but the ref doesn’t call for a DQ.
Jason – John Cena – Nefarious means, Randy not ready for Evil John Cena.
Patrick – John Cena
Rey – John Cena – Cena just counting down the dates. Should be fun though.
Rob – John Cena
Greg – John Cena – You know they want Cody to be the hero in the end.

Tunney’s Take: Randy Orton – Once upon a time Randy got himself intentionally disqualified and it cost John. Saturday, history repeats itself with a 180-degree twist. Cena retains via Orton DQ victory. This time, Travis Scott’s appearance takes care of that task.

Chairshot Pick – JOHN CENA 10-1