Opinion

The Good, Bad, And Ugly: WWE Smackdown (2/12/19)

Will lots of Charlotte and a big time Gauntlet make Smackdown Good, Bad, or Ugly?

Published

6 years ago

February 13, 2019

Bobby Fernandes

Can Bobby get a rebound from a Raw that ruined the hearts and spirits of many fans on this Good, Bad, or Ugly edition of WWE Smackdown?

Fresh off of a potentially devastating Monday Night Raw, we go to one of our happiest of places, SmackDown Live. The current deal is Charlotte, not Becky will be facing Champion “Rowdy” Ronda Rousey at Wrestlemania. Fans are not happy, although I see “The Man” being heavily involved still and this seems to be just a sinister McMahon twist. Another question swirling about this week is, what about Asuka? She still hasn’t had a solid rival for the big show and there is a lot of well-wishing fans pushing their favorite stars for the job. Naomi, Carmella, and Sonya Deville all have been mentions and all would be interesting. How will this play out? Let’s find out on The Good, Bad and Ugly SmackDown Live!

GOOD

Loser Enters First at Elimination Chamber- Carmella and Naomi vs. Sonya Deville and Mandy Rose vs. IIconics

Naomi shined in this one. The Glowkeeper herself took full control of this match. She berated and battered around her competition, even getting a piece of Mandy Rose. Her partner Carmella looked sharp but took a pounding at the hands of Deville and Rose multiple times. The IIconics stayed back which was a great strategy. Deville is really starting to come into her own and is gaining popularity with the audience. However, it was Naomi who was in charge here finishing off Mandy Rose finally with a “split legged moonsault” for the pin. The IIconics then brutally attacked Naomi and Carmella making a huge statement before the big match at Elimination Chamber. Deville and Mandy Rose Enter First.

McMiz TV (SmackDown Tag Team Champions The Miz and Shane McMahon) w/ The Usos

Obviously this was set up for disaster from the start. The Usos being the upcoming challengers add a ton of tension with someone like The Miz who loves to instigate his enemies. The Usos played the card that they have a ton of history and are a real team. They are brothers and know each other, work together and more importantly win together. McMiz is brand new even if they have the titles. Things got tense and boiled over with double superkicks on McMiz dropping the Champs and making a statement by the very dangerous and decorated Usos.

Gauntlet Match (Winner Enters Elimination Chamber Last)- AJ Styles vs. Samoa Joe vs. Randy Orton vs. Jeff Hardy vs. WWE Champion Daniel Bryan vs. New Day’s Kofi Kingston

Match 1- Daniel Bryan (C) vs. Kofi Kingston

Kofi Kingston was a bit of a surprise although any member of New Day would have been Good. He definitely is talented and in a match like Elimination Chamber he should be a hit. Another hit is in this match, starting out with Daniel Bryan. We saw some incredible action here, some real high end work. A lot of technical wrestling and counters without boring the audience. Considering how long this match can go, the two starters did not hold back. Back and forth flying around both guys laying it all on the line. This could have been a standalone match and was Good enough for the whole show to be carried on. Either guy could have won here but both were exhausted. No matter what Daniel Bryan would do, Kofi would not quit. Unexpectedly New Day, not Rowan was sent to the back, and barred from ringside. Finally, Kofi shocked everyone and pinned Daniel Bryan.

Match 2- Kofi Kingston vs. Jeff Hardy

After a hell of a fight with the Champ, it is surprising Kofi Kingston could stand let alone continue to fight. Hardy was fresh and a very dangerous veteran to face when full strength let alone already beaten down. Luckily Hardy does most of the damage to himself. Hardy beat himself up quickly in this match, giving Kofi a lot of breathing room. Kofi hits an SOS and continues on.

Match 3- Kofi Kingston vs. Samoa Joe

Kofi has a lot of heart and Samoa Joe loves to hurt people. Kofi already beaten up had Samoa Joe seeing red. This looked to be bad news for Kingston. Kofi was putting up a fight but got devastated by a sick “enziguri” by Joe. Samoa Joe capitalized on Kofi’s time in his previous matches and continued to tire him out and wear him down. Kingston still would continue to fight. Joe fought his hardest, completely exhausting his means finally trapping Kofi in the “Coquina Clutch” but was suddenly pinned by Kingston. This was a shocker. Samoa Joe was furious and beat down Kofi for his efforts trapping him again in his painful submission.

Match 4- Kofi Kingston vs. AJ Styles

Styles instantly attacked Samoa Joe saving his now opponent Kofi Kingston from further damage. AJ relentlessly attacked Joe refueling their rivalry prior to the violent PPV Elimination Chamber. Kofi didn’t stand a chance but still was part of this match. Styles who is legendarily respectful let Kofi get back to his feet for a fair fight. Kofi didn’t appreciate the break and brought it to AJ Styles. Styles not to be disrespected brought it to Kingston and dominated. Styles hit Kingston with precision and continuously hit big moves trying to finish his opponent. Styles literally crushed Kingston’s back with a whip-like backbreaker that made Kofi scream out in pain. Kofi still trying to come back ended up slamming hard in the outside turnbuckle with his knees. Kofi recovered and hit a huge splash onto the back of a standing AJ Styles. Styles kicked out and managed a “calf crusher.” Great Match and Epic showing by Kofi Kingston.

Match 5- AJ Styles vs. Randy Orton

The show is at the 10pm hour and they are still at it. Kofi Kingston fought over an hour. Anyone who watches already knew what was next. “RKO” outta no-where! Randy Orton Wins! Cannot do any better than that.

BAD

Opening Segment Charlotte Flair

The most hated performer on the planet right now, opening SmackDown like salt in the wound. WWE lives for times like this. So much heat with so many different people. Charlotte trampled the fans to start the show. Charlotte was over the top here. She had a very easy job but the only way to ruin it is by going to long. Short and sweet and let the crowd hum. Charlotte just kept poking the crowd and did her job, it just was kind of crap way too obvious of a move.

UGLY – Nothing that Bad

FINAL

GOOD- 7
BAD- 1
UGLY- 0

OVERALL

Pretty Good SmackDown. Wasn’t perfect but a lot of action. Kofi Kingston alone was impressive enough for this week to get a Win in the Good Column. SmackDown seems to know what they are doing and are doing it very well. The Elimination Chamber take home show has been a successful one!

We are one step closer to Wrestlemania, and even closer to Elimination Chamber. NXT is up next, and after a dynamite show last week, can they possibly continue at this pace? We shall see, but no matter what, NXT is the best out there. Please Like, Comment, Share. Enjoy! Thank you for your support.

RIP- Pedro Morales

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Chairshot Staff Picks: Money In The Bank

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

Published

3 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