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Mitchell’s Talking Smack Report! (12/5/20)
Talking Smack is gonna be a Riott!
Talking Smack is #UNTOUCHABLE this week!
With SmackDown heating up, the UNTOUCHABLE Carmella, WWE Intercontinental Champion, Sami Zayn, and even the Riott Squad are here to talk some smack!
Kayla Braxton welcomes us back to the show!
With TLC just a couple weeks ago, and so much that happened on Friday, there’s a lot to talk about! And of course, Kayla is with the Special Counsel to the “Reigns-ing, Defending, Undisputed-” Heyman cuts her off there, and she asks what’s wrong this time. Teach her your ways. She didn’t do anything wrong. He just wants to apologize for what happened on SmackDown with her in the ring with Roman Reigns. It was wrong to put her in a situation she shouldn’t have as a journalist. She is there to do a job, and she was smack dab, no pun intended, in the middle of a very tense and volatile situation. Heyman apologizes on behalf of Roman for the actions of Kevin Owens.
Kevin is the one who put her in that situation, and it was the most unprofessional act Heyman has seen on SmackDown in a long, long time. That is why Kevin should never be our Universal Heavyweight Champion. Obviously Mama Owens did not raise a gentleman. Roman Reigns, the Tribal Chief, Head of the Table, #TheBestoftheBest, our Universal Champion, is a gentleman. They always talk about his father, Sika, but Roman’s mother raised him to be a gentleman. Mama Owens clearly raised Kevin to be a “sexist and a savage.” So Heyman apologizes to Kayla for that humiliating moment. Roman apologizes to her, and Heyman assures her that as long as Roman is Tribal Chief, a moment like that will never happen again.
Well, Kayla isn’t sure what to say to that… How about, “Thank you, Mr. Heyman, that was a lovely apology. Your mother must’ve raised you to be a gentleman, too.” And then they’d shake hands and they’d go on to business. Well then thanks for advocating- Nope. He doesn’t advocate. He counsels. Well okay then. This is already off the rails, so things will just get worse before they get better, so we go with the first-ever, two-time Ms. Money in the Bank!
Carmella joins Talking Smack!
But she’s untouchable, so no handshakes. Heyman apologizes. He’s doing that a lot. She isn’t apologizing. But she wants Kayla to remember there are more things. She was a WWE 24/7 Champion, a WrestleMania Battle Royal winner, and all sorts of champions. Kayla apologizes for that. There was a lot of back and forth going on. Well that sounds like her problem. But Kayla brings up how Carmella being a former SmackDown Women’s Champion, she is getting another shot at the title at TLC against Sasha Banks. Congratulations on that, how does it feel after just returning? Is Kayla surprised? This is Carmella, the untouchable, the fabulous. She took some time off but she’s right where she was meant to be.
Kayla knows Heyman’s been busy with the Roman, Jey, Kevin issue, but what is his opinion of the heated back and forth between Sasha and Carmella? Kayla quotes Mella by saying she joined the WWE on a whim and it all came to her so easily. Mella will finish that off. “Poor Sasha. Imagine what it’s like to have one goal your entire life. Her only goal in life was to get to the WWE.” But Mella was a cheerleader in the NFL and the NBA, traveling the world! Then she just decided to try the WWE, and is better than Sasha. Mella feels sorry for Sasha. It must be sad. And can someone get Heyman a napkin? He’s drooling. Kayla notes this is of course because Carmella calls herself the “eye candy, every man’s desire.”
But Kayla still wants Heyman’s opinion on the statements Carmella made doing this just because as opposed to someone like Roman who joined the family tradition. Heyman looks at things differently. What he is blown away by is Carmella’s passion, how she feels for the champion because of how much better she is than the champion and how easier it will be for her than it is for the champion. And that it IS unfair that there is a line of WWE superstars that don’t equal in talent to her. She has compassion for those people! “Ladies and gentlemen, this show started off with an apology, and should continue with an apology.” Kayla should apologize to Carmella for not realizing how wonderful and compassionate she is.
Mella says she herself is so amazing. Sasha says Asuka is one of the best ever, but Mella beat Asuka twice. Mella beat Charlotte, and Sasha’s never done that! Mella’s one reign is longer than all of Sasha’s put together! And Mella does feel sorry for Sasha. Kayla isn’t sure this is genuine. But Kayla does know Mella is a formidable competitor, talented and beautiful. Headed into TLC, if she comes out the new champion, how will her new reign be better and different than her first? Mella says she was the most entertaining, fabulous and amazing SmackDown Women’s Champion ever! Name someone who was more entertaining. You can’t, because no one is better than her. She is the E in WWE. Got that, toots?
Okay, before she goes, Kayla asks Mella that she does have respect for Sasha, right? Of course! Sasha is a trailblazer. She’s one of the Four Horsewomen, it’s one of the things people keep going on and on about. Mella will not take anything away from Sasha. Sasha put in the effort. But Mella is just better. Kayla says Sasha is a future Hall of Famer, Mella says she herself is one, too. Then how is she going to handle the Boss. She just will. Then thank you for your time and good luck at TLC. Mella says thanks but she doesn’t need it. Heyman lets out a sigh of relief and is happy Mella finally left. But Kayla is happy to have the next guests to bring some energy and excitement to the show!
The Riott Squad joins Talking Smack!
Liv Morgan and Ruby Riott are happy to be here and Heyman feels like he’s at a rave. Kayla wants to point out how great the Squad always looks with their coordinated attire, and wants to start coordinating with them. That’d be great! Heyman should, too! Like power suits. Maybe just color coordinate. Heyman can use a necklace or tie. Same fabrics is the main thing.
Kayla wants to talk with Liv about how proud we all are for #LivForever to be on the WWE Network to great response. Liv almost has this speechless moment. It’s so great to have and experience something like this, with the support that she has. It’s one thing to have people comment on your work, but to comment on your life is so different. It’s overwhelming but great and Liv is grateful.
Kayla knows there was the frenemy moment with Ruby, but this is the real deal. What is it to be with your best friend? It’s amazing! That documentary finally shows the world what Ruby’s seen in Liv all along. The journey she was on and is still on. The documentary didn’t come to a climax, if you will, because there’s still so much more. The Squad still has so much more to give, and that means being WWE Women’s Tag Team Champions. It’s about time! You deserve it! Wait, Billie Kay walks in? She says hey, squeezes in between Liv and Ruby, and tells “Mr. Riott Squads. Ms. Riott Squads?” Anyway, head shot, and resume. Ah, yes. Billie could offer guidance as a former Women’s Tag Team Champion.
Yes, that’s true, it’s right there. But is Liv thinking what Ruby is thinking? Pretty sure. How about they see her next week. In the ring. With a partner of her choosing. If she can find one. To give them guidance, she needs to show them what the resume looks like in action. Well, Billie is juggling other opportunities. She is in high demand right now. Well if she could squeeze them into her schedule, that’d be nice. “You gotta be joking me!” Billie is not happy and she leaves. Nice to see you, Billie! Bye! Ruby and Liv are ready for that match. That voice makes Ruby twitch.
Kayla says the Squad is such a joy, and congratulates them on everything they’ve done so far. She is on their team as far as getting those titles. Liv and Ruby thank Kayla for that and head out. Heyman says the favorite part about them is that they’re in synch. But without much fanfare, the WWE Intercontinental Championship is here!
Sami Zayn joins Talking Smack!
Sami says Kayla’s game is slacking because she leans on Heyman now. Is the title in the shot? A little dirty but oh well. Sami and Heyman shake hands but Sami’s hand is not 100%. Blame Big E for this. And no apology! Kayla gives a sarcastic “Aw” and Sami says a decent person would apologize. Heyman is world class decent. If Heyman is saying he would apologize, does that not say something about Big E’s personality that he doesn’t apologize for bruising Sami’s hand? Heyman carefully shakes Sami’s hand and apologizes on behalf of Big E and SmackDown.
Sami is important to the brand as a “champion of the people.” People around the world look to Sami to represent them, lift their heads and their spirits and say “Yes You Can.” This is on Big E! Be ashamed, Big E! Well maybe we’ll hear from Big E later. Normally Sami and Kayla go back and forth, but Kayla wants to focus on the positive. Like his title reign! Yes, but the title as a whole, and the man who represented it, and what that special Six Man Tag tonight- Er, last night. AMATEUR HOUR! They need Sami back! But go ahead, Kayla. Yes, that was special, because it honored Pat Patterson. Pat meant so much to so many, especially Sami. Sami apologizes for being snippy, he appreciates this moment.
Heyman surely knows this, Patterson would sing Sami’s praises in the most humbly way because of how genuinely he believed in Sami, at a time when Sami was still making his name in NXT. Patterson was the first to really, really push for Sami, all the way to Vince himself. That was just professionally. Personally, there is so much more to say about the “love of life” Patterson had. Patterson knew how to live. Patterson was a snow bird, south for the winter. They’d talk about food and cities and so much. Sami and Patterson had so much in common, and Sami admired that love of life. Patterson knew how to live.
And Patterson being the first ever Intercontinental Champion, Sami having the title now is an even greater moment. Seeing the original belt on display was wonderful, too, and Sami is proud to represent this title and Patterson’s memory at this time. Kayla knows Sami will continue to defend, retain and be the UNDISPUTED Intercontinental Champion. No matter how he does it, it will be a lengthy reign for sure. What is that supposed to mean? Heyman says he doesn’t know, he barely pays attention to her. But Heyman apologizes that this is what Sami had to deal with.
My Thoughts:
This was a pretty good episode. Heyman apologizing for the wrong things was a great part of his character in the overall story of Roman Reigns becoming Tribal Chief. Mella is doing very well being very snooty. This is an interesting angle to come at Sasha VS Mella from, but I do think it is working. There’s a chance the women’s title match gets a stipulation but it might not with only so much build and heat going into this. A Ladder match would be best, to reference how Mella is the first Ms. MITB winner. Riott Squad had a good segment to plug Liv Forever, and Billie joining in was an interesting move. I feel like the only woman Billie could team with right now is Tamina, who isn’t doing anything right now. And then Sami had a good segment to honor Pat Patterson, while still getting his little jabs in at Kayla. Good character work while still giving us shoot comments about a truly great man.
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Chairshot News Report: TNA Impact Results, AEW Speculation For Ricochet & Shane McMahon, Vince McMahon, More!
Your Wrestling News for July 5, 2024, including TNA Impact, Ricochet, Shane McMahon, his daddy Vince, and more!
Your Wrestling News for July 5, 2024, including TNA Impact, Ricochet, Shane McMahon, his daddy Vince, and more!
Welcome to your daily dose of pro wrestling news–and analysis you can trust! We take all wrestling news with a grain of salt here at The Chairshot, and we hope to steer you in the right direction.
Results: TNA Impact (July 4, 2024)
Here are your results from Thursday night’s edition of TNA Impact (originally taped on June 28 at the 2300 Arena in Philly):
- Trey Miguel vs. Leon Slater ends in a no-contest after WWE NXT star Charlie Dempsey attacks everyone.
- Dani Luna battled Jody Threat to a time limit draw in the 10-Minute Challenge. They were granted the customary “5 more minutes” but were attacked by Alisha Edwards & Masha Slamovich. During the match it was revealed that Nic Nemeth had been attacked backstage.
- Frankie Kazarian defeated Mike Santana by countout to advance to the TNA World Championship Match at Slammiversary.
- Matt Hardy & Reby Hardy beat Eddie Edwards & Alisha Edwards.
- Joe Hendry pinned Jake Something to advance to the TNA World Championship Match at Slammiversary.
No surprise that Joe Hendry advanced to the world title match, but Santana-Kazarian could have gone either way. A promo video to end the show implied that Kazarian was the one who took out Nic Nemeth backstage, seemingly creating a story for them within the Slammiversary title match. No shocker that The Hardys won the tag team match, but a great surprise with Charlie Dempsey getting involved in the opener. That TNA/NXT collaboration continues to be a lot of fun.
You can catch Andrew’s Review of the event here.
Ricochet Expected To Sign With AEW
Many outlets are reporting that Ricochet’s expected landing spot remains AEW, with additional reports surfacing that his agent has been working out the details on his behalf.
Personally, I’d rather see him back in WWE. Even after an initial push in AEW, he will be a novelty act much like PAC, so I don’t see the difference. But if he’s going to AEW, here’s hoping that agent does a great job and secures quite the bag for ol’ Ric.
Vince Russo Suggests Shane McMahon As A Front Man For Vince McMahon to Purchase AEW
”We saw this with WCW, it happened before. It (purchasing AEW) could be under the guise of Shane, that’s what I’m saying. Shane is as clean as whistle. Vince could be behind it without anybody knowing it, bro.”
Those are the words of Vince Russo, who on the surface seems to be spouting nonsense. Time will tell if there is something to it all, but I wouldn’t place any wagers on this one. Shane McMahon to AEW would be an entertaining shocker, but that–like many things in AEW–would quickly wear off.
Shawn Michaels Discusses NXT Releases, Referencing Drew Gulak
During the NXT Heatwave media call, Shawn Michaels was asked about the release of Gable Steveson, but also lumped Drew Gulak in his response about main roster viability:
“From my understanding, nothing on anyone’s part other than contracts being up. Certainly, in the place of Drew Gulak. From a company standpoint, there not being anything from a main roster standpoint that they were going to be using him in. In NXT, over the last year and a half to two years, we’ve been trying to get into the process of keeping it fluid. It’s all about getting to the main roster when everything is said and done. In two or three years, if that doesn’t happen, we bring other people in or see if we’re ready to move on.”
If anything, it’s a stark reminder that NXT still exists to, above all else, populate the main roster. It’s quite the delicate balance between booking your own television show and preparing for the future, one that HBK has arguably done better than Triple H himself.
Other Odds & Ends:
- According to reports, the mini-stroke referenced by Britt Baker (DMD) on AEW Dynamite is legitimate. If so, both she and Adam Cole have been through a ton over the past 24 months.
- Mason Madden (Mace) and Mansoor, now known as the MxM Collection, showed up in ROH when featured in a vignette on this week’s broadcast. They might not have made it in WWE, but it’s good to see them getting work, and a second chance to make this gimmick their own. YEAH!
- Cody Rhodes continues to be the ultimate good dude, this time helping a fan who won tickets to Money In The Bank actually attend the event. The fan who won the tickets is in a wheelchair, and there were no more accessible seats left. That was, of course, until Cody got involved. Now the fan can be there and enjoy the show as intended when he won the contest. Cody wins again!
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Did your picks win points?
The AEW Continental Classic is underway, with almost everyone competing. Check in here if you haven’t seen the winners and losers of week 1!
Here are your Gold League standings!
- Jon Moxley: 1-0, 3 points
- Swerve Strickland: 1-0, 3 points
- Jay White: 1-0, 3 points
- Rush: 0-1, 0 points
- Mark Briscoe: 0-1, 0 points.
- Jay Lethal: 0-1, 0 points
Here are your Blue League standings!
- Brody King: 1-0, 3 points
- Claudio Castagnoli: 1-0, 3 points
- Daniel Garcia: 0-1, 0 points
- Eddie Kingston: 0-1, 0 points
- Bryan Danielson: Yet to Compete
- Andrade El Idolo: Yet to Compete
My Thoughts:
Nothing too crazy, nothing too wild, this tournament only just got started. The only disappointing point is that they could not get Bryan “cleared to compete” Saturday night. Not sure how much of that is shoot given the bad eye, but this was kinda the problem of wanting him in the tournament over tons of other choices. Bryan wants to face Okada for WrestleKingdom 18, how is Bryan supposed to do that at his best if he’s also gonna be in a round robin, doing five top level matches in about as many weeks? And it takes away from Andrade being able to do something. Also a little surprised we didn’t even hear from Andrade on Saturday.
Now as we heard on Saturday, round two’s matches are set. Gold League will see Mark Briscoe VS Rush, White VS Swerve, and of course, Moxley VS Lethal. Nice variety there, a couple 0-1 guys facing off, as well as two 1-0 guys, and then 1-0 VS 0-1. No offense to Lethal, but he feels like an 0-2 going up against Moxley. Hard to call the other ones but that’s the fun of it. Meanwhile, Blue League sees Brody VS Claudio in a showdown to be 2-0, then Bryan and Andrade finally jump in, Bryan against Eddie and Andrade against Garcia. Sadly, feels like Eddie and Garcia are going 0-2, no way Tony Khan is booking Bryan and Andrade to lose their first shots.
In fact, that could be half the reason they did wait on those two, that’s almost too good for just a first round opener. But I still would’ve done it, same as NJPW does stuff like that for round robins, which this is all modeled after anyway.
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