1 00:00:23,223 --> 00:00:24,224 [man] Tonight… 2 00:00:27,527 --> 00:00:29,396 there lies a treasure… 3 00:00:32,365 --> 00:00:34,367 sought by the strong… 4 00:00:37,003 --> 00:00:38,004 the daring… 5 00:00:40,640 --> 00:00:42,008 and the relentless. 6 00:00:45,078 --> 00:00:50,016 But on this night, who will be worthy of becoming champion… 7 00:00:50,083 --> 00:00:54,354 [Heyman] There's only one worthy of the honor of being Universal Champion, 8 00:00:54,421 --> 00:00:57,357 Brock Lesnar! 9 00:00:57,424 --> 00:01:00,193 I'm bringing the Universal Championship back to RAW! 10 00:01:00,260 --> 00:01:04,030 Lesnar's gonna get these hands! 11 00:01:04,097 --> 00:01:07,767 …worthy of being the best in the world… 12 00:01:07,834 --> 00:01:09,936 [Cole] Four men from Monday Night RAW. 13 00:01:10,003 --> 00:01:12,672 Four men from SmackDown LIVE. 14 00:01:12,739 --> 00:01:16,276 [Shane] The first ever WWE World Cup. 15 00:01:16,342 --> 00:01:20,613 [Corey] A truly elite class competing to be crowned the Best in the World. 16 00:01:22,348 --> 00:01:24,784 …worthy of a golden opportunity… 17 00:01:24,851 --> 00:01:28,555 [Joe] In our final chapter, you are left gasping on the ground, 18 00:01:28,621 --> 00:01:32,225 and I am finally raising the WWE Championship. 19 00:01:32,292 --> 00:01:36,863 [Styles] No matter what happens tonight, I will walk out WWE Champion. 20 00:01:40,366 --> 00:01:41,334 [bell tolls] 21 00:01:41,401 --> 00:01:42,802 [woman] Are you ready? 22 00:01:42,869 --> 00:01:46,172 [man] …worthy of cementing their legacy? 23 00:01:46,773 --> 00:01:49,042 [Undertaker] Triple H may have won a battle, 24 00:01:49,109 --> 00:01:50,176 but he started a war. 25 00:01:53,079 --> 00:01:54,481 [Cole] Oh, my God! 26 00:01:55,315 --> 00:01:58,751 The Brothers of Destruction reunite to unleash hell 27 00:01:58,818 --> 00:02:02,322 on D-Generation X for the first time ever. 28 00:02:02,388 --> 00:02:04,724 [Cole] We never thought it would happen. 29 00:02:04,791 --> 00:02:09,062 D-Generation X versus The Brothers of Destruction. 30 00:02:09,128 --> 00:02:10,730 -[Triple H] Are… -[Undertaker] Rest… 31 00:02:10,797 --> 00:02:12,665 -[Triple H] …you… -[Undertaker] …in… 32 00:02:12,732 --> 00:02:14,968 -[Triple H] …ready? -[Undertaker] …peace. 33 00:02:18,738 --> 00:02:21,608 [man] Welcome to the grandeur. 34 00:02:22,709 --> 00:02:24,110 The magnificence. 35 00:02:25,478 --> 00:02:32,452 Welcome to the history-making, first-ever WWE Crown Jewel. 36 00:02:37,090 --> 00:02:42,262 And now, WWE Network presents Crown Jewel. 37 00:02:45,298 --> 00:02:47,300 [crowd cheering] 38 00:02:48,835 --> 00:02:51,638 [Cole] Tonight, we determine a new Universal Champion. 39 00:02:51,704 --> 00:02:56,976 Tonight, we see if the WWE Champion's nearly year-long reign will continue. 40 00:02:57,043 --> 00:03:00,313 Tonight, we determine the best in the world. 41 00:03:00,380 --> 00:03:04,217 You are looking live at a sold-out King Saud University Stadium. 42 00:03:04,284 --> 00:03:09,055 As we welcome you to WWE Crown Jewel. 43 00:03:13,660 --> 00:03:18,031 [Greg] Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome WWE Hall of Famer 44 00:03:18,097 --> 00:03:22,068 and the host of WWE Crown Jewel, 45 00:03:22,135 --> 00:03:28,641 The Immortal Hulk Hogan! 46 00:03:28,708 --> 00:03:30,710 [Hogan's theme song plays] 47 00:03:35,915 --> 00:03:40,253 ♪ When it comes crashing down And it hurts inside ♪ 48 00:03:41,487 --> 00:03:42,488 [Renee] Yes! 49 00:03:43,823 --> 00:03:47,493 ♪ You gotta take a stand It don't help to hide ♪ 50 00:03:50,997 --> 00:03:55,134 ♪ If you hurt my friends Then you hurt my pride… ♪ 51 00:03:55,201 --> 00:03:57,136 [Cole] The WWE Hall of Famer, 52 00:03:57,203 --> 00:04:00,340 the most recognized sports entertainer in the world… 53 00:04:01,841 --> 00:04:04,210 Hulk Hogan is here. 54 00:04:09,015 --> 00:04:12,251 [Renee] I can't help but have a childish grin on my face right now 55 00:04:12,318 --> 00:04:14,687 to see Hulk Hogan making his way to the ring. 56 00:04:17,590 --> 00:04:21,027 [Corey] This man is the inspiration for so many of us 57 00:04:21,094 --> 00:04:23,029 in the sports entertainment industry. 58 00:04:23,096 --> 00:04:26,532 ♪ I feel strong about right and wrong… ♪ 59 00:04:29,269 --> 00:04:33,439 [Cole] A multi-time WWE Champion. 60 00:04:37,910 --> 00:04:40,913 ♪ I've got something deep inside of me… ♪ 61 00:04:40,980 --> 00:04:47,420 Hulk Hogan once held the WWE Championship for four years. 62 00:04:48,288 --> 00:04:52,125 One thousand four hundred seventy-four days. 63 00:04:52,191 --> 00:04:53,526 That is unthinkable. 64 00:04:53,593 --> 00:04:56,996 ♪ I am a real American ♪ 65 00:04:57,063 --> 00:05:00,166 ♪ Fight for what's right Fight for your life… ♪ 66 00:05:00,233 --> 00:05:02,368 [Corey] Check out those pythons, Cole. 67 00:05:02,435 --> 00:05:05,138 [Renee] He's still got it, you guys. He's got it. 68 00:05:05,204 --> 00:05:08,408 ♪ Fight for the rights of every man ♪ 69 00:05:08,474 --> 00:05:12,045 ♪ I am a real American ♪ 70 00:05:12,111 --> 00:05:16,849 ♪ Fight for what's right Fight for your life… ♪ 71 00:05:23,723 --> 00:05:24,991 [crowd cheering] 72 00:05:33,700 --> 00:05:35,702 [crowd chanting] Hogan! Hogan! Hogan! 73 00:05:42,875 --> 00:05:45,278 Well, let me tell you something, brother. 74 00:05:46,245 --> 00:05:47,780 [crowd cheering] 75 00:05:49,015 --> 00:05:50,416 You know something, maniacs? 76 00:05:51,150 --> 00:05:57,390 It feels so good to be out here in front of the whole WWE Universe 77 00:05:57,457 --> 00:06:02,328 and to be out here with all my stark, raving Hulkamaniacs, brother. 78 00:06:02,395 --> 00:06:04,063 [crowd cheering] 79 00:06:05,765 --> 00:06:07,700 But you know what even feels better? 80 00:06:08,234 --> 00:06:13,773 Is after I climbed on that huge Jumbo 747 jet, 81 00:06:13,840 --> 00:06:17,577 flew halfway across the world, and landed here, 82 00:06:17,643 --> 00:06:21,080 I found out that the power of Hulkamania 83 00:06:21,147 --> 00:06:24,517 and the power of my Hulkamaniacs was stronger than ever 84 00:06:24,584 --> 00:06:27,186 right here at the Crown Jewel, Jack. 85 00:06:27,253 --> 00:06:28,421 [crowd cheering] 86 00:06:31,791 --> 00:06:33,659 It's great to see you guys. 87 00:06:34,394 --> 00:06:37,764 It's awesome to be here back in the WWE. 88 00:06:37,830 --> 00:06:40,500 It's unbelievable to be your host tonight. 89 00:06:41,167 --> 00:06:42,802 And guess what, maniacs? 90 00:06:42,869 --> 00:06:45,671 The show starts right now. 91 00:06:45,738 --> 00:06:49,575 Whatcha gonna do when the power of Hulkamania 92 00:06:49,642 --> 00:06:53,679 and the Crown Jewel run wild on you, brother? 93 00:06:54,514 --> 00:06:56,849 [crowd cheering] 94 00:06:56,916 --> 00:06:58,117 [Cole] The immortal one. 95 00:06:59,352 --> 00:07:00,453 [Renee] Amazing. 96 00:07:00,520 --> 00:07:03,322 What a way to start off Crown Jewel. 97 00:07:03,389 --> 00:07:07,093 ♪ I am a real American ♪ 98 00:07:07,160 --> 00:07:10,930 ♪ Fight for what's right Fight for your life… ♪ 99 00:07:14,066 --> 00:07:15,067 [crowd cheering] 100 00:07:18,271 --> 00:07:22,508 ♪ I feel strong about right and wrong ♪ 101 00:07:25,945 --> 00:07:30,316 ♪ And I don't take trouble for very long ♪ 102 00:07:34,086 --> 00:07:37,857 ♪ I've got something deep inside of me ♪ 103 00:07:37,924 --> 00:07:41,494 ♪ Courage is the thing That keeps us free… ♪ 104 00:07:41,561 --> 00:07:43,563 [crowd cheering] 105 00:07:49,836 --> 00:07:53,105 ♪ I am a real American ♪ 106 00:07:53,172 --> 00:07:57,176 ♪ Fight for what's right Fight for your life ♪ 107 00:07:57,243 --> 00:08:00,980 ♪ I am a real American ♪ 108 00:08:01,047 --> 00:08:02,448 ♪ Fight for the rights… ♪ 109 00:08:02,515 --> 00:08:04,217 [Cole] We're just getting started. 110 00:08:04,283 --> 00:08:07,753 What a night it's gonna be here at Crown Jewel. 111 00:08:10,957 --> 00:08:13,993 [Greg] Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome His Excellency, 112 00:08:14,060 --> 00:08:15,928 Turki Alalshikh. 113 00:08:15,995 --> 00:08:17,997 [crowd cheering] 114 00:08:23,202 --> 00:08:25,505 Hello again, everybody. We are sold out tonight 115 00:08:25,571 --> 00:08:27,840 at the King Saud University Stadium in Riyadh. 116 00:08:27,907 --> 00:08:30,977 The fans are still filing in, there's a massive crowd outside. 117 00:08:31,043 --> 00:08:34,080 Hi, again, everybody. Michael Cole, Corey Graves, Renee Young. 118 00:08:34,146 --> 00:08:36,649 -How excited are you tonight? -I am freaking out. 119 00:08:36,716 --> 00:08:39,318 First of all, I can't believe the fireworks went off. 120 00:08:39,385 --> 00:08:40,853 Hulkamania went wild in here. 121 00:08:40,920 --> 00:08:43,022 We've got three championships on the line, 122 00:08:43,089 --> 00:08:45,391 and we determined who is the best in the world. 123 00:08:45,458 --> 00:08:47,827 -Pretty excited. -My goosebumps have goosebumps. 124 00:08:47,894 --> 00:08:51,330 I can't believe The Immortal Hulk Hogan was right here in front of us. 125 00:08:51,397 --> 00:08:54,834 The party is just getting started, and I brought some friends with us. 126 00:08:54,901 --> 00:08:57,737 Let's take a minute to introduce our Arabic announce team. 127 00:08:59,171 --> 00:09:01,173 [speaking in Arabic] 128 00:09:14,654 --> 00:09:16,689 [Corey] Right now, we're going to start off the road 129 00:09:16,756 --> 00:09:20,059 to determine who is the best in the world at the WWE World Cup. 130 00:09:20,126 --> 00:09:21,827 Here is a look at the brackets. 131 00:09:21,894 --> 00:09:23,996 Some interesting first-round matchups. 132 00:09:24,063 --> 00:09:26,766 Rollins and Lashley, Angle and Ziggler on the RAW side. 133 00:09:26,832 --> 00:09:28,501 And the SmackDown side of things, 134 00:09:28,568 --> 00:09:31,671 it's The Miz and Jeff Hardy, and of course, Orton and Mysterio. 135 00:09:31,737 --> 00:09:34,206 [Corey] This could really be anybody's tournament. 136 00:09:34,273 --> 00:09:36,142 The coveted World Cup trophy 137 00:09:36,208 --> 00:09:39,912 and the right to be determined the best in the world. 138 00:09:41,013 --> 00:09:44,283 And this is what it's all about, the moniker, best in the world. 139 00:09:44,350 --> 00:09:48,087 And you receive this beautiful trophy that is out here at ringside, 140 00:09:48,154 --> 00:09:49,789 the World Cup. 141 00:09:49,855 --> 00:09:51,824 We start right now. 142 00:09:53,392 --> 00:09:54,393 [bell dings] 143 00:09:54,460 --> 00:09:55,861 [Greg] Ladies and gentlemen, 144 00:09:55,928 --> 00:10:01,734 it's time to begin the first round of the WWE World Cup Tournament 145 00:10:01,801 --> 00:10:06,439 to determine who is the best in the world. 146 00:10:06,505 --> 00:10:08,507 [crowd cheering] 147 00:10:09,842 --> 00:10:15,247 Introducing first, he is a former two-time World Heavyweight Champion, 148 00:10:15,314 --> 00:10:21,420 a former WWE Champion, a former Royal Rumble Match winner, 149 00:10:21,487 --> 00:10:24,857 and a WWE Triple Crown Champion. 150 00:10:24,924 --> 00:10:29,061 Please welcome Rey Mysterio! 151 00:10:29,128 --> 00:10:30,129 [crowd cheering] 152 00:10:30,196 --> 00:10:32,298 ♪ Booyaka, booyaka ♪ 153 00:10:33,065 --> 00:10:35,034 ♪ 619 ♪ 154 00:10:35,101 --> 00:10:36,769 ♪ Booyaka, booyaka ♪ 155 00:10:38,270 --> 00:10:40,172 ♪ That's my pueblo ♪ 156 00:10:40,239 --> 00:10:42,475 ♪ Booyaka, booyaka, 619 ♪ 157 00:10:42,541 --> 00:10:45,144 ♪ Booyaka, booyaka, that's my pueblo ♪ 158 00:10:45,211 --> 00:10:47,680 ♪ Booyaka, booyaka, 619 ♪ 159 00:10:47,747 --> 00:10:50,182 ♪ Booyaka, booyaka, Rey Mysterio ♪ 160 00:10:50,249 --> 00:10:52,952 ♪ Booyaka, booyaka, 619… ♪ 161 00:10:53,019 --> 00:10:57,156 [Corey] Rey Mysterio may be the smallest, most diminutive in stature 162 00:10:57,223 --> 00:10:59,592 when it comes to competitors in this tournament, 163 00:10:59,659 --> 00:11:04,130 but when it comes to heart, Rey Mysterio is absolutely unmatched. 164 00:11:04,196 --> 00:11:06,265 [Cole] That is why Rey Mysterio is called 165 00:11:06,332 --> 00:11:10,569 The Biggest Little Man in the history of WWE. 166 00:11:12,371 --> 00:11:14,874 ♪ Going 5150 speaking Spanglish… ♪ 167 00:11:21,380 --> 00:11:24,417 Rey Mysterio's name means mystery king. 168 00:11:24,483 --> 00:11:26,185 But there is no mystery 169 00:11:26,252 --> 00:11:30,423 about what Rey Mysterio has accomplished in his illustrious career. 170 00:11:30,489 --> 00:11:35,094 The legendary Rey Mysterio talked to us earlier today 171 00:11:35,161 --> 00:11:37,129 about what winning the World Cup 172 00:11:37,196 --> 00:11:40,232 and being named the best in the world means to him. 173 00:11:43,335 --> 00:11:45,037 Proving I'm the best in the world 174 00:11:45,104 --> 00:11:47,640 is one of the biggest opportunities of my career. 175 00:11:47,707 --> 00:11:52,912 So big, in fact, that this tournament is one of the reasons I came back to WWE. 176 00:11:53,713 --> 00:11:58,951 Being smaller has never stopped me because size is not my essence. 177 00:11:59,018 --> 00:12:02,321 And I don't just rise to the challenge, I take flight. 178 00:12:03,589 --> 00:12:08,394 And at the WWE World Cup, I'm gonna land exactly where I belong. 179 00:12:08,461 --> 00:12:09,462 On top… 180 00:12:10,262 --> 00:12:12,198 as the best in the world. 181 00:12:12,264 --> 00:12:15,968 Renee, one word can describe Rey Mysterio, that word is heart. 182 00:12:16,035 --> 00:12:19,038 Absolutely. I mean, you talked about the ultimate underdog. 183 00:12:19,105 --> 00:12:21,707 But since he's made his return here to WWE, 184 00:12:21,774 --> 00:12:23,876 he just said this is what he came back for. 185 00:12:23,943 --> 00:12:27,346 This is one of the main reasons he wanted to step back into the ring, 186 00:12:27,413 --> 00:12:31,650 and tonight he's got a big foe in The Viper, Randy Orton. 187 00:12:31,717 --> 00:12:34,787 [Cole] Rey Mysterio beat Shinsuke Nakamura, 188 00:12:34,854 --> 00:12:38,457 the current United States Champion, to qualify for this tournament. 189 00:12:38,524 --> 00:12:43,262 [Greg] And his opponent, he is a third-generation Superstar, 190 00:12:43,329 --> 00:12:47,199 a 13-time World Champion, 191 00:12:48,601 --> 00:12:51,937 a two-time Royal Rumble Match winner, 192 00:12:52,004 --> 00:12:56,208 and a WWE Grand Slam Champion. 193 00:12:56,275 --> 00:12:59,345 He is The Apex Predator, 194 00:12:59,411 --> 00:13:04,550 Randy Orton! 195 00:13:04,617 --> 00:13:07,119 ♪ I hear voices in my head ♪ 196 00:13:07,186 --> 00:13:08,621 ♪ They counsel me ♪ 197 00:13:08,687 --> 00:13:09,989 ♪ They understand ♪ 198 00:13:10,055 --> 00:13:11,790 ♪ They talk to me… ♪ 199 00:13:12,791 --> 00:13:17,696 [Corey] It's truly awe inspiring to hear the list of accolades being read off 200 00:13:17,763 --> 00:13:20,533 for even these first two competitors in this tournament. 201 00:13:20,599 --> 00:13:23,669 It truly goes to show how much this tournament means 202 00:13:23,736 --> 00:13:25,704 to be determined the best in the world. 203 00:13:25,771 --> 00:13:29,341 [Cole] Randy Orton defeated The World's Largest Athlete, 204 00:13:29,408 --> 00:13:33,012 The Big Show, to qualify for this tournament tonight. 205 00:13:35,347 --> 00:13:39,552 Perhaps the most dangerous competitor in the World Cup event. 206 00:13:39,618 --> 00:13:42,488 [Renee] Without question, Randy Orton is so sadistic. 207 00:13:42,555 --> 00:13:45,624 We also saw the way that he laid out all the other competitors 208 00:13:45,691 --> 00:13:49,862 in this tournament from SmackDown LIVE this past week on SmackDown. 209 00:13:49,929 --> 00:13:54,633 [Cole] Yeah, RKO's for Miz, Hardy, and Mysterio. 210 00:13:57,069 --> 00:14:00,072 -[Renee] His message was loud and clear. -[Corey] Received. 211 00:14:00,139 --> 00:14:04,910 Rey Mysterio experienced an RKO from out of mid-air. 212 00:14:04,977 --> 00:14:07,646 You know Rey's gonna have to be cautious tonight 213 00:14:07,713 --> 00:14:10,082 when it comes to dealing with The Apex Predator. 214 00:14:11,116 --> 00:14:15,421 [Cole] The Viper looks at tonight as adding another accolade to his resume. 215 00:14:24,430 --> 00:14:26,465 I've always been the best in the world. 216 00:14:28,867 --> 00:14:29,868 Tonight… 217 00:14:31,203 --> 00:14:32,371 I'm going to prove it. 218 00:14:36,041 --> 00:14:39,578 Randy Orton, always the man of few words but very effective in the ring. 219 00:14:39,645 --> 00:14:41,513 This is an interesting match 220 00:14:41,580 --> 00:14:44,817 to start the first round between Orton and Rey Mysterio. 221 00:14:44,884 --> 00:14:47,386 I wanna go back to 2006. 222 00:14:47,453 --> 00:14:51,390 That was the year that Rey Mysterio won the Royal Rumble. 223 00:14:51,457 --> 00:14:55,327 The year that Rey Mysterio started at number two and lasted 62 minutes, 224 00:14:55,394 --> 00:14:58,130 which was then a Royal Rumble record. 225 00:14:58,731 --> 00:15:00,900 He would go on to WrestleMania, 226 00:15:00,966 --> 00:15:04,503 and on that night, he would face Randy Orton and Kurt Angle 227 00:15:04,570 --> 00:15:06,705 for the World Heavyweight Championship. 228 00:15:06,772 --> 00:15:09,608 Mysterio, that night, would pin Randy Orton 229 00:15:09,675 --> 00:15:13,045 to become World Heavyweight Champion. 230 00:15:13,112 --> 00:15:16,749 Hence the rivalry renewed here tonight to determine the best in the world. 231 00:15:16,815 --> 00:15:18,817 -[Corey] I can promise you… -[bell dings] 232 00:15:18,884 --> 00:15:22,354 …that night left a very bitter taste in the mouth of The Viper. 233 00:15:22,421 --> 00:15:25,491 And Orton is looking to avenge what he feels was a wrong. 234 00:15:28,227 --> 00:15:31,864 [Cole] A 619 chants already beginning here tonight. 235 00:15:31,930 --> 00:15:34,400 [Renee] The Viper does not look pleased with that. 236 00:15:34,466 --> 00:15:37,937 [Corey] Yeah, but, Renee, Randy Orton, you know as well as I do, 237 00:15:38,003 --> 00:15:41,340 has a great ability to tune out the WWE Universe. 238 00:15:41,407 --> 00:15:44,209 To focus solely on his opponent and the task at hand. 239 00:15:44,276 --> 00:15:46,478 [Cole] Ice in his veins, as many would say. 240 00:15:46,545 --> 00:15:48,714 Collar-and-elbow tie-up to start this match. 241 00:15:48,781 --> 00:15:51,784 You don't wanna try to outpower Orton if you're Rey Mysterio. 242 00:15:51,850 --> 00:15:55,254 [Renee] I don't think he's a man whose skin you can get under either. 243 00:15:55,321 --> 00:15:56,955 You can't get in the head of Randy Orton. 244 00:15:57,022 --> 00:15:59,024 [Cole] Look at Orton with a knee to the midsection, 245 00:15:59,091 --> 00:16:01,961 looking to overpower Mysterio here tonight. 246 00:16:02,027 --> 00:16:04,763 Orton, a 13-time World Champion. 247 00:16:04,830 --> 00:16:06,966 One of the all-time greats, as is Mysterio, 248 00:16:07,032 --> 00:16:10,235 who's gonna target the legs and try to bring Orton down to size. 249 00:16:10,302 --> 00:16:13,072 [Corey] Both of these Superstars celebrated veterans. 250 00:16:13,138 --> 00:16:16,075 Look at the agility of Mysterio. This could come down to… 251 00:16:16,141 --> 00:16:17,710 [Cole] A kick right to the jaw. 252 00:16:17,776 --> 00:16:20,546 …which of these two Superstars makes the first mistake? 253 00:16:20,612 --> 00:16:22,715 You could only have an opportunity for one. 254 00:16:22,781 --> 00:16:25,351 -[all exclaiming] -[Cole] A dropkick by Randy Orton. 255 00:16:25,417 --> 00:16:28,554 -Randy Orton with a big smile. -[Renee] Look at the smile! 256 00:16:28,620 --> 00:16:30,856 [Corey] I'm not so sure Orton couldn't end this right now 257 00:16:30,923 --> 00:16:32,091 if he covered Mysterio. 258 00:16:32,157 --> 00:16:34,560 [Renee] That was exactly what Randy Orton wanted. 259 00:16:34,626 --> 00:16:36,095 This could be it right here. 260 00:16:36,161 --> 00:16:40,566 [Cole] Cover by Orton, hooks the leg, and Mysterio gets the shoulder up. 261 00:16:40,632 --> 00:16:41,934 We gotta watch this again. 262 00:16:42,001 --> 00:16:43,969 [Corey] I can watch this over and over. 263 00:16:44,036 --> 00:16:46,171 The athleticism of Mysterio 264 00:16:46,238 --> 00:16:51,910 countered by a picture-perfect dropkick right to the sternum from Randy Orton. 265 00:16:51,977 --> 00:16:53,479 That totally changed the game. 266 00:16:53,545 --> 00:16:55,714 [Renee] This is two of the best of the best, 267 00:16:55,781 --> 00:16:57,349 and that was a perfect example. 268 00:16:57,883 --> 00:17:01,186 [Corey] And Orton realizing the midsection has become compromised. 269 00:17:01,253 --> 00:17:04,556 Gonna focus the attack on the rib cage of Mysterio. 270 00:17:05,257 --> 00:17:08,260 [Cole] And Randy Orton now, uh, begins the assault. 271 00:17:09,194 --> 00:17:10,329 Orton stomping away. 272 00:17:10,396 --> 00:17:15,534 These are the physical and mental games that Randy Orton plays with his opponent. 273 00:17:15,601 --> 00:17:17,970 There's a reason he's called The Apex Predator. 274 00:17:18,037 --> 00:17:21,173 [Corey] Right now it's as if Randy Orton's toying with his prey. 275 00:17:21,240 --> 00:17:24,576 [Renee] Like the kind of kid that would pick the wings off of flies. 276 00:17:29,014 --> 00:17:31,717 [Corey] You mentioned the word sadistic earlier, Renee. 277 00:17:31,784 --> 00:17:35,187 I don't know if there's a better term to describe Randy Orton, 278 00:17:35,254 --> 00:17:36,889 especially as of late. 279 00:17:36,955 --> 00:17:38,624 He's been absolutely ruthless. 280 00:17:38,690 --> 00:17:41,293 [Renee] He's definitely in his own pocket, his own zone right now. 281 00:17:41,360 --> 00:17:44,129 That could be really dangerous for Rey Mysterio tonight, 282 00:17:44,196 --> 00:17:47,633 even though Rey really looks better than ever right now in his career. 283 00:17:47,699 --> 00:17:48,867 [Cole] And Randy Orton… 284 00:17:50,869 --> 00:17:55,073 now gonna play with the mask of Mysterio, perhaps trying to remove it. 285 00:17:55,140 --> 00:17:57,910 Again, the psychological games by The Viper. 286 00:17:57,976 --> 00:18:01,180 [Corey] That's exactly what it is. It's psychological warfare. 287 00:18:01,246 --> 00:18:05,017 The mask of Rey Mysterio considered sacred in the lucha libre culture. 288 00:18:05,084 --> 00:18:07,219 Orton knows how valued that mask is. 289 00:18:07,286 --> 00:18:10,389 He will do anything to get inside the mind of Mysterio. 290 00:18:10,456 --> 00:18:13,358 [Cole] Randy Orton has won two Royal Rumbles in his career. 291 00:18:13,425 --> 00:18:16,028 He's a Money in the Bank contract winner. 292 00:18:16,095 --> 00:18:18,197 Third-generation Superstar. 293 00:18:19,231 --> 00:18:21,600 His father, "Cowboy" Bob Orton, a Hall of Famer, 294 00:18:21,667 --> 00:18:24,169 of course, part of the first ever WrestleMania. 295 00:18:24,236 --> 00:18:25,571 [Corey] Speaking of "Cowboy" Bob, 296 00:18:25,637 --> 00:18:28,874 Randy looking to pay a little homage with a superplex to Mysterio. 297 00:18:29,541 --> 00:18:31,677 Rey able to fight out momentarily. 298 00:18:33,645 --> 00:18:35,214 [Cole] Rey chopping Orton down. 299 00:18:35,280 --> 00:18:37,883 And a headbutt now. And Randy Orton right to his ear. 300 00:18:39,017 --> 00:18:41,620 Cause Orton's equilibrium to be off a bit. 301 00:18:41,687 --> 00:18:44,723 [Corey] And just like that, with a flip of a switch, Mysterio… 302 00:18:44,790 --> 00:18:46,725 -[Cole] Crossbody. -…picks up the pace. 303 00:18:46,792 --> 00:18:47,793 Can he sustain? 304 00:18:49,294 --> 00:18:51,730 [Cole] That is what Rey has to do in this match. 305 00:18:51,797 --> 00:18:54,833 He has to quicken the pace. He has to keep Orton off his feet. 306 00:18:54,900 --> 00:18:57,569 He has to strike quickly and move away from The Viper. 307 00:18:59,271 --> 00:19:02,174 Mysterio, second rope, caught by Randy Orton. 308 00:19:02,241 --> 00:19:03,775 Oh, and a nice DDT. 309 00:19:03,842 --> 00:19:07,546 Great move by Mysterio to try to advance into the semifinals. 310 00:19:07,613 --> 00:19:09,381 And a kick-out by Randy. 311 00:19:09,448 --> 00:19:12,551 [Corey] Mysterio so adept at adjusting his weight mid-maneuver. 312 00:19:12,618 --> 00:19:14,786 You saw Randy Orton did his best to counter. 313 00:19:14,853 --> 00:19:16,822 But Rey just a step ahead. 314 00:19:16,889 --> 00:19:19,791 That's what's led him to this almost legendary status. 315 00:19:19,858 --> 00:19:22,161 [Renee] Almost legendary? I believe he's there. 316 00:19:22,227 --> 00:19:24,229 [Corey] I stand corrected. I won't argue with you. 317 00:19:24,296 --> 00:19:26,165 [Cole] Mysterio throughout his career 318 00:19:26,231 --> 00:19:28,467 has had some of the all-time great rivalries 319 00:19:28,534 --> 00:19:32,571 with the likes of Eddie Guerrero and JBL, and of course Randy Orton. 320 00:19:32,638 --> 00:19:35,574 And there's a step-up enzuigiri by Mysterio. 321 00:19:35,641 --> 00:19:38,277 And Orton's stunned, and he's now in position… 322 00:19:38,343 --> 00:19:39,411 [Renee] Here we go. 323 00:19:39,478 --> 00:19:41,680 …for Rey Mysterio with a 619. 324 00:19:41,747 --> 00:19:43,015 Orton able to intercept. 325 00:19:44,149 --> 00:19:46,985 [Corey] Wow, look at that swing, and Mysterio back… 326 00:19:47,052 --> 00:19:48,420 [Cole] Vintage Randy Orton. 327 00:19:48,487 --> 00:19:50,322 The DDT from the second rope. 328 00:19:51,590 --> 00:19:53,091 [Corey] Rey might be out cold. 329 00:19:54,026 --> 00:19:56,128 [Renee] It's a problem when you've got two Superstars 330 00:19:56,195 --> 00:19:59,831 that have been able to stalk each other for the duration of their careers. 331 00:19:59,898 --> 00:20:02,935 [Corey] Randy Orton so familiar with Rey Mysterio's maneuvers. 332 00:20:03,001 --> 00:20:06,305 Able to counter this one with one of Randy's favorites, 333 00:20:06,371 --> 00:20:07,973 spiking the luchador down. 334 00:20:08,040 --> 00:20:10,576 And, Michael, you mentioned JBL a few moments ago. 335 00:20:10,642 --> 00:20:13,312 I'm always reminded of what he said about Randy Orton. 336 00:20:13,378 --> 00:20:16,748 If you were to build a sports entertainer from the ground up, 337 00:20:16,815 --> 00:20:18,717 it would look like Randy Orton. 338 00:20:18,784 --> 00:20:20,786 [Cole] Renee, you've had the opportunity 339 00:20:20,852 --> 00:20:23,121 to interview Randy Orton a lot in your career. 340 00:20:23,188 --> 00:20:25,991 One of the most remorseless men I've ever met. 341 00:20:26,058 --> 00:20:28,226 [Renee] Looking into the eyes of Randy Orton 342 00:20:28,293 --> 00:20:30,495 is like nothing else you've ever been a part of before. 343 00:20:30,562 --> 00:20:32,164 It sends chills down your spine. 344 00:20:32,231 --> 00:20:35,167 [Corey] It's not like Randy looks at you, it's like he stares through you. 345 00:20:35,234 --> 00:20:36,735 [Renee] Right through you. 346 00:20:36,802 --> 00:20:39,471 [Cole] Measuring Rey Mysterio, looking for the RKO. 347 00:20:39,538 --> 00:20:41,039 Rey though, able to counter. 348 00:20:41,106 --> 00:20:43,709 Look at this. Shoulders down, stacking up Orton here. 349 00:20:43,775 --> 00:20:45,744 -And Rey Mysterio got him. -[bell dings] 350 00:20:45,811 --> 00:20:47,779 Mysterio got him from out of nowhere. 351 00:20:47,846 --> 00:20:50,282 ♪ Booyaka, booyaka, that's my pueblo ♪ 352 00:20:50,349 --> 00:20:52,884 ♪ Booyaka, booyaka, 619… ♪ 353 00:20:53,819 --> 00:20:56,388 Rey Mysterio, and now an RKO. 354 00:20:56,955 --> 00:20:59,324 Orton lost the match, and then he attacked. 355 00:21:01,693 --> 00:21:04,196 Randy Orton, I believe, Corey, was embarrassed, 356 00:21:04,263 --> 00:21:07,666 humiliated the way that he lost this match to Rey Mysterio 357 00:21:07,733 --> 00:21:09,268 when he was going for the RKO. 358 00:21:09,334 --> 00:21:10,936 [Corey] You're absolutely right. 359 00:21:11,003 --> 00:21:14,840 An incensed Viper is a somehow even more dangerous Randy Orton. 360 00:21:19,444 --> 00:21:21,113 [Cole] Rey Mysterio is hurt. 361 00:21:21,179 --> 00:21:24,049 Randy Orton has made his mark. 362 00:21:24,616 --> 00:21:27,386 [Renee] Randy decided if he's not the best in the world, 363 00:21:27,452 --> 00:21:29,454 he's not gonna let Rey be that either. 364 00:21:29,521 --> 00:21:32,491 [Corey] I don't know what's going on in the mind of Orton, 365 00:21:32,557 --> 00:21:33,625 but I do not like it. 366 00:21:41,967 --> 00:21:45,270 Just go, Randy. This is unnecessary. It's over. 367 00:21:45,337 --> 00:21:48,040 [Cole] Randy Orton has absolutely no absence of malice, 368 00:21:48,106 --> 00:21:51,677 and he again is gonna continue the assault on Mysterio. 369 00:21:53,979 --> 00:21:58,450 And now Randy Orton gonna pursue Mysterio outside the ring. 370 00:22:01,453 --> 00:22:03,055 Rey Mysterio is hurt. 371 00:22:15,801 --> 00:22:18,570 Come on, Randy. Hasn't he done enough damage already? 372 00:22:21,039 --> 00:22:23,842 [Corey] I don't know if he has any intention of stopping. 373 00:22:25,310 --> 00:22:26,945 [Cole] You saw him look at the World Cup. 374 00:22:27,012 --> 00:22:29,514 That's what Randy Orton came to win here tonight. 375 00:22:29,581 --> 00:22:31,450 He was shocked and upset by Mysterio, 376 00:22:31,516 --> 00:22:33,819 and now Randy Orton is gonna make Mysterio pay. 377 00:22:35,687 --> 00:22:37,089 Somebody's got to stop this. 378 00:22:37,155 --> 00:22:40,459 -Mysterio face-first on the announce desk. -[Corey] Oh, my God! 379 00:22:40,525 --> 00:22:44,629 [Cole] Rey Mysterio still has at least one more match here tonight. 380 00:22:44,696 --> 00:22:45,897 At least one more. 381 00:22:57,509 --> 00:23:00,579 -[Corey] Someone get Orton under control. -[Renee] Get him out of here. 382 00:23:00,645 --> 00:23:02,614 [Cole] Somebody get a doctor down here. 383 00:23:02,681 --> 00:23:05,384 [Corey] Let's take another look at the closing moments. 384 00:23:05,450 --> 00:23:06,918 Orton was looking for an RKO. 385 00:23:06,985 --> 00:23:10,889 Mysterio with an absolutely mind-blowing pinning combination, 386 00:23:10,956 --> 00:23:14,426 would pick up the victory and shock The Viper in the process. 387 00:23:14,493 --> 00:23:16,561 [Cole] A major upset by Rey Mysterio. 388 00:23:16,628 --> 00:23:18,697 And then Orton would strike with the RKO, 389 00:23:18,764 --> 00:23:22,467 and then he would continue to assault and attack Rey Mysterio. 390 00:23:22,534 --> 00:23:25,470 A very bitter Randy Orton embarrassed here tonight 391 00:23:25,537 --> 00:23:27,806 after being upset by Rey Mysterio. 392 00:23:27,873 --> 00:23:32,477 Randy came here to Crown Jewel thinking he would be named best in the world. 393 00:23:32,544 --> 00:23:35,180 It didn't happen, and Rey Mysterio paid the price. 394 00:23:35,247 --> 00:23:38,116 [Corey] What you couldn't see on the monitor just there 395 00:23:38,183 --> 00:23:40,152 was Rey Mysterio's face actually broke 396 00:23:40,218 --> 00:23:42,821 one of our podcast colleagues monitors clean in half. 397 00:23:42,888 --> 00:23:44,890 [crowd cheering] 398 00:23:45,824 --> 00:23:47,426 Took the entire thing right off. 399 00:23:49,327 --> 00:23:51,329 This doesn't bode well for Rey later on. 400 00:23:51,396 --> 00:23:54,199 [Greg] The winner of this match is Rey Mysterio. 401 00:23:54,266 --> 00:23:55,500 [crowd cheering] 402 00:23:55,567 --> 00:23:57,602 ♪ Booyaka, booyaka, 619… ♪ 403 00:23:59,070 --> 00:24:02,274 [Cole] He doesn't look like the winner of the matchup. 404 00:24:02,340 --> 00:24:05,744 And Rey Mysterio will not have much time to regroup. 405 00:24:06,678 --> 00:24:09,681 [Renee] We'll see how much that heart comes into play in this second roundup 406 00:24:09,748 --> 00:24:10,749 for Rey Mysterio. 407 00:24:10,816 --> 00:24:12,250 He's gonna need it. 408 00:24:12,317 --> 00:24:14,619 [Corey] He's gonna need more than heart, but Rey Mysterio, 409 00:24:14,686 --> 00:24:16,221 if anybody has made a career 410 00:24:16,288 --> 00:24:18,924 out of overcoming adversity in situations like this, 411 00:24:18,990 --> 00:24:20,892 if anyone can do it, Rey Mysterio can. 412 00:24:20,959 --> 00:24:22,394 [Cole] Corey, my question to you is, 413 00:24:22,461 --> 00:24:24,496 if you're Rey Mysterio and this just happened to you 414 00:24:24,563 --> 00:24:26,164 and you head back now to the locker room 415 00:24:26,231 --> 00:24:29,267 and you may have a little bit of time to get ready for your semifinal match, 416 00:24:29,334 --> 00:24:30,335 what do you do? 417 00:24:30,402 --> 00:24:33,805 It's a tricky situation because a lot of competitors wanna stay warm, 418 00:24:33,872 --> 00:24:35,340 stay loose, keep in motion. 419 00:24:35,407 --> 00:24:37,442 You don't wanna sit down, let your muscles cool down 420 00:24:37,509 --> 00:24:40,111 because it's gonna be harder to warm back up for the next matchup. 421 00:24:40,178 --> 00:24:41,513 I don't know what Rey's gonna do. 422 00:24:41,580 --> 00:24:44,182 As Rey Mysterio goes back to be attended to 423 00:24:44,249 --> 00:24:46,184 by doctors and personnel, 424 00:24:46,251 --> 00:24:49,654 we can tell you that our next first round matchup 425 00:24:49,721 --> 00:24:51,723 is coming up from the SmackDown brand. 426 00:24:51,790 --> 00:24:56,795 Byron Saxton is standing by with one of the competitors in the next matchup. 427 00:24:58,096 --> 00:25:00,365 ♪ Booyaka, booyaka, that's my pueblo ♪ 428 00:25:00,432 --> 00:25:02,901 ♪ Booyaka, booyaka, 619… ♪ 429 00:25:04,169 --> 00:25:07,539 Miz, we just saw Rey Mysterio suffer a vicious beatdown 430 00:25:07,606 --> 00:25:09,341 at the hands of Randy Orton. 431 00:25:09,407 --> 00:25:13,478 How are you feeling now heading into your first round match against Jeff Hardy? 432 00:25:14,446 --> 00:25:15,847 How am I feeling? 433 00:25:15,914 --> 00:25:16,982 You really wanna know 434 00:25:17,048 --> 00:25:21,486 how the most must-see WWE Superstar of all time is feeling? 435 00:25:25,590 --> 00:25:29,494 Well… I'm feeling like there is no stopping me 436 00:25:29,561 --> 00:25:34,633 from proving that I am the best in the world. 437 00:25:34,699 --> 00:25:36,701 [crowd booing] 438 00:25:37,836 --> 00:25:38,937 How could I not? 439 00:25:40,605 --> 00:25:43,608 I'm gonna walk through Jeff Hardy in the first round. 440 00:25:44,576 --> 00:25:51,516 And then I have a broken-down Rey Mysterio to step over on my way to the finals. 441 00:25:52,951 --> 00:25:56,721 So to answer your original question, how am I feeling? 442 00:25:56,788 --> 00:26:01,092 With the way this tournament is lining up, I feel… 443 00:26:02,527 --> 00:26:05,897 awesome! 444 00:26:11,369 --> 00:26:13,438 -Well, ladies and gentlemen… -[bell dings] 445 00:26:13,505 --> 00:26:15,974 [Greg] The following is the next first round match 446 00:26:16,041 --> 00:26:19,911 in the WWE World Cup Tournament. 447 00:26:19,978 --> 00:26:24,049 Introducing first, he is a former WWE Champion, 448 00:26:24,115 --> 00:26:26,851 a former World Heavyweight Champion, 449 00:26:26,918 --> 00:26:31,423 a seven-time WWE Tag Team Champion, 450 00:26:31,489 --> 00:26:35,427 and a WWE Grand Slam Champion. 451 00:26:35,493 --> 00:26:42,434 He is The Charismatic Enigma, Jeff Hardy! 452 00:26:42,500 --> 00:26:44,502 [Jeff's theme music plays] 453 00:26:44,569 --> 00:26:46,571 [crowd cheering] 454 00:27:01,519 --> 00:27:05,290 [Cole] The colorful, unorthodox Jeff Hardy… 455 00:27:08,159 --> 00:27:10,528 would love to be named best in the world. 456 00:27:15,433 --> 00:27:17,802 We had an opportunity a little bit earlier today 457 00:27:17,869 --> 00:27:22,240 to catch up with Jeff Hardy and ask him what it means to compete in the World Cup. 458 00:27:25,477 --> 00:27:31,750 The WWE World Cup is not about want, it's about need. 459 00:27:32,317 --> 00:27:34,185 I need to win. 460 00:27:35,153 --> 00:27:39,024 Over the years, I've been conquered by demons poisoning my mind, 461 00:27:39,090 --> 00:27:40,425 inhabiting my soul. 462 00:27:41,226 --> 00:27:43,395 Tonight I prove once and for all 463 00:27:43,461 --> 00:27:47,165 that my demons have met their day of reckoning. 464 00:27:47,232 --> 00:27:49,768 The battle begins with The Miz. 465 00:27:49,834 --> 00:27:53,838 And I will not retreat until all demons have been vanquished. 466 00:27:53,905 --> 00:27:58,843 So I can move on to be called the best in the world. 467 00:27:58,910 --> 00:27:59,911 [laughs] 468 00:28:01,713 --> 00:28:05,216 You know, Corey, one of the demons who was vanquished was Samoa Joe, 469 00:28:05,283 --> 00:28:08,286 who Jeff Hardy beat to qualify for this tournament. 470 00:28:08,353 --> 00:28:12,590 It's been a long, arduous road here to Crown Jewel for Jeff Hardy, 471 00:28:12,657 --> 00:28:14,759 who looks to become the best in the world. 472 00:28:14,826 --> 00:28:17,262 -But there's some stiff competition… -[Greg] And his opponent… 473 00:28:17,328 --> 00:28:20,165 -…some awesome competition. -…he is a former WWE Champion, 474 00:28:20,231 --> 00:28:26,137 a former United States Champion, eight-time Intercontinental Champion, 475 00:28:26,204 --> 00:28:29,674 six-time WWE Tag Team Champion, 476 00:28:29,741 --> 00:28:33,745 and WWE Grand Slam Champion. 477 00:28:33,812 --> 00:28:40,385 The A-Lister, The Miz! 478 00:28:40,452 --> 00:28:44,556 [woman] Quiet on the set. Can we please have quiet on the set? 479 00:28:51,296 --> 00:28:53,131 [Miz] Awesome! 480 00:28:53,198 --> 00:28:54,199 ♪ I came to play ♪ 481 00:28:54,265 --> 00:28:56,367 ♪ I came to play, there's a price to pay ♪ 482 00:28:56,434 --> 00:28:58,937 ♪ Time for you to get down on your knees And pray ♪ 483 00:28:59,003 --> 00:29:01,573 ♪ I came to play Say goodbye to the good old days… ♪ 484 00:29:01,639 --> 00:29:03,374 [Cole] Renee, I know you had the opportunity 485 00:29:03,441 --> 00:29:06,845 to talk to The Miz this week about being involved in this tournament. 486 00:29:06,911 --> 00:29:09,714 Have you ever seen him as confident as he is right now? 487 00:29:09,781 --> 00:29:11,349 [Renee] Yeah, I actually have, 488 00:29:11,416 --> 00:29:14,018 'cause Miz is confident every single day of his life. 489 00:29:14,085 --> 00:29:18,022 He said, "Not only am I the best husband, father, and reality star in the world, 490 00:29:18,089 --> 00:29:20,225 I'm the best WWE Superstar in the world." 491 00:29:20,291 --> 00:29:23,394 And at Crown Jewel, I will have that trophy to prove it. 492 00:29:23,461 --> 00:29:27,198 [Corey] Renee, I wanna congratulate you and thank you for the time you spent 493 00:29:27,265 --> 00:29:30,902 at that press junket just to get a word with the A-List Superstar. 494 00:29:30,969 --> 00:29:33,238 But I hate to nitpick, far be it from me, 495 00:29:33,304 --> 00:29:35,974 but I think the ring announcer forgot a few accolades. 496 00:29:36,040 --> 00:29:39,310 We're talking about a guy who is married to the gorgeous Maryse. 497 00:29:39,377 --> 00:29:42,714 We're talking about a guy who is the father to Monroe Sky, 498 00:29:42,781 --> 00:29:45,483 possibly the most intelligent toddler known to mankind. 499 00:29:45,550 --> 00:29:47,018 [Renee] How do you know that? 500 00:29:47,085 --> 00:29:49,988 [Corey] Did you have a conversation with Monroe Sky? I did. 501 00:29:50,054 --> 00:29:52,557 I was at Evolution, okay? So I wanna hear about it. 502 00:29:52,624 --> 00:29:54,759 [Renee] I'm gonna talk to Maryse about that. 503 00:29:55,660 --> 00:29:57,829 [Corey] Trust me, she'll tell you I'm right. 504 00:29:59,397 --> 00:30:01,399 [Cole] So, the thing about this matchup… 505 00:30:04,669 --> 00:30:08,907 Corey, it's the contrasting styles between The Miz and Jeff Hardy. 506 00:30:08,973 --> 00:30:10,942 [Corey] Certainly a contrast of styles. 507 00:30:11,009 --> 00:30:14,112 Jeff Hardy looking to be a thrill-seeker as usual, a daredevil. 508 00:30:14,179 --> 00:30:16,314 High risk, high reward. 509 00:30:16,381 --> 00:30:20,919 The Miz, on the other hand, will simply do whatever it takes to win. 510 00:30:21,886 --> 00:30:23,988 [Renee] I think the thing here with Miz, 511 00:30:24,055 --> 00:30:26,157 he keeps talking about this lack of respect 512 00:30:26,224 --> 00:30:29,194 he feels that he has from his peers, from the WWE Universe. 513 00:30:29,260 --> 00:30:31,129 Because he's been a big reality star, 514 00:30:31,196 --> 00:30:33,665 he thinks that it's a thing that goes against him. 515 00:30:33,731 --> 00:30:35,934 So to go up against somebody like Jeff Hardy, 516 00:30:36,000 --> 00:30:38,269 who has so much respect from the WWE Universe, 517 00:30:38,336 --> 00:30:39,771 you know that gets to Miz. 518 00:30:39,838 --> 00:30:42,407 [Cole] Well, The Miz qualified for this tournament 519 00:30:42,473 --> 00:30:44,542 -by beating Rusev. -[bell dings] 520 00:30:44,609 --> 00:30:48,746 The winner of this match will go on to face Rey Mysterio later on tonight 521 00:30:48,813 --> 00:30:50,448 in the semifinals. 522 00:30:50,515 --> 00:30:54,953 So here we go, Miz and Jeff Hardy squaring off, center of the ring. 523 00:30:55,019 --> 00:30:57,121 Side headlock for Miz to start this match. 524 00:30:57,188 --> 00:30:58,990 Corey, key to the match for The Miz. 525 00:30:59,057 --> 00:31:03,461 [Corey] Miz needs to be careful and wait for Hardy to make a mistake. 526 00:31:03,528 --> 00:31:06,064 The minute Jeff Hardy goes for something high-risk, 527 00:31:06,130 --> 00:31:08,733 The Miz needs to get out of the way and steal a pin. 528 00:31:11,836 --> 00:31:15,240 And for Jeff Hardy, take to the sky, pick up the pace. 529 00:31:15,306 --> 00:31:18,276 [Renee] Keep your head on a swivel when you're in the ring against The Miz. 530 00:31:18,343 --> 00:31:20,378 This guy's always got something up his sleeve. 531 00:31:20,445 --> 00:31:23,448 [Corey] Listening to The Miz's interview with Byron Saxton before the match, 532 00:31:23,514 --> 00:31:26,117 I have a hard time betting against The Miz right now. 533 00:31:26,184 --> 00:31:27,952 Sure, he has to outlast Jeff Hardy. 534 00:31:28,019 --> 00:31:30,722 It's not gonna be a walk-through exactly like Miz said. 535 00:31:30,788 --> 00:31:33,157 But we saw the condition that Rey Mysterio's in. 536 00:31:33,224 --> 00:31:35,226 That, ooh, that could be a walk-through. 537 00:31:35,293 --> 00:31:37,729 [Cole] One thing we've noticed about Jeff Hardy, 538 00:31:37,795 --> 00:31:41,933 he's not the same man ever since his Hell in a Cell Match with Randy Orton 539 00:31:42,000 --> 00:31:43,301 back in September. 540 00:31:43,368 --> 00:31:44,869 He's changed. He's different. 541 00:31:46,804 --> 00:31:49,440 Miz dropped back into the corner by Jeff Hardy. 542 00:31:49,507 --> 00:31:51,576 [Corey] I agree with you. He's different. 543 00:31:51,643 --> 00:31:54,178 I'm waiting to see if different means better. 544 00:31:54,245 --> 00:31:57,782 I think Jeff Hardy left a little piece of his soul inside Hell in a Cell 545 00:31:57,849 --> 00:32:00,752 -and wants to get it. -[Cole] Look at this, shoulders down. 546 00:32:00,818 --> 00:32:03,321 Almost had him! Kick-out by The Miz at two. 547 00:32:03,388 --> 00:32:05,256 [Corey] Looking for the Best in the World title 548 00:32:05,323 --> 00:32:07,125 to make himself complete once again. 549 00:32:07,191 --> 00:32:08,459 [Cole] A few moments ago, 550 00:32:08,526 --> 00:32:10,695 it was The Miz trying to go for his finishing maneuver, 551 00:32:10,762 --> 00:32:12,363 the Skull-Crushing Finale, 552 00:32:12,430 --> 00:32:14,232 but it was countered by Jeff Hardy. 553 00:32:14,299 --> 00:32:17,669 -Hardy now. Face-first to The Miz. -[Corey] Not in the moneymaker. 554 00:32:17,735 --> 00:32:20,805 [Renee] He can handle it. Make it more rugged. He needs it. 555 00:32:20,872 --> 00:32:23,207 [Cole] Not gonna help the publicity photos. 556 00:32:23,274 --> 00:32:26,544 [Renee] Miz knows how to get a good filter on his selfie camera. 557 00:32:26,611 --> 00:32:27,912 [Cole] And now Jeff Hardy. 558 00:32:27,979 --> 00:32:29,847 Oh, and Miz with a big kick. 559 00:32:29,914 --> 00:32:33,217 [Corey] Renee, Miz doesn't take selfies. He has people for that. 560 00:32:33,284 --> 00:32:35,820 Fair enough. Get that good ring light. 561 00:32:35,887 --> 00:32:38,423 [Cole] You were forcing Corey and I to take selfies at ringside 562 00:32:38,489 --> 00:32:40,458 -before the event. -[Renee] So were you. 563 00:32:40,525 --> 00:32:41,926 Actually cut us out of them. 564 00:32:43,962 --> 00:32:46,064 [Cole] Miz with a knee right to the spine. 565 00:32:46,130 --> 00:32:49,167 And now punishing Jeff Hardy. 566 00:32:49,233 --> 00:32:50,234 And Miz in control. 567 00:32:50,301 --> 00:32:52,804 This is what Miz has to do. Grind Hardy down. 568 00:32:52,870 --> 00:32:55,073 [Corey] Miz, never afraid to take a shortcut. 569 00:32:55,139 --> 00:32:56,641 And I mean that in a good way. 570 00:32:56,708 --> 00:32:59,944 Notice how he took an extra second before the referee would disqualify him 571 00:33:00,011 --> 00:33:01,713 just to inflict a little bit extra damage. 572 00:33:01,779 --> 00:33:03,247 Prying at the nose of Jeff Hardy. 573 00:33:03,314 --> 00:33:05,216 [Renee] You can't knock a victory for a victory. 574 00:33:05,283 --> 00:33:07,518 If he gets in there and gets it done quick, good for him. 575 00:33:07,585 --> 00:33:10,421 But when he wants to earn the respect of people, 576 00:33:10,488 --> 00:33:12,023 a clean win might be nice. 577 00:33:12,090 --> 00:33:13,758 [Cole] And that right there. Classic Miz. 578 00:33:13,825 --> 00:33:16,361 Into the cover. Can he advance to the semifinals? 579 00:33:16,427 --> 00:33:18,229 Almost had him. Near-fall. 580 00:33:18,296 --> 00:33:21,332 You know what? The Miz says with LeBron James gone to L.A., 581 00:33:21,399 --> 00:33:23,601 and the Cavs and Browns firing their coaches, 582 00:33:23,668 --> 00:33:26,070 he's the most popular man in Cleveland right now. 583 00:33:26,137 --> 00:33:27,839 [Corey] That's an inarguable fact. 584 00:33:29,674 --> 00:33:32,844 [Cole] I'm sure there'd be a lot of people that would argue with you about that. 585 00:33:32,910 --> 00:33:34,946 [Renee] What about Dolph Ziggler? 586 00:33:35,013 --> 00:33:37,815 He's also in this tournament. Could win the whole thing. 587 00:33:37,882 --> 00:33:40,084 [Corey] Not that, we love it in Cleveland. 588 00:33:40,151 --> 00:33:43,021 [Cole] And now, uh, Miz driving Hardy into the corner. 589 00:33:43,087 --> 00:33:46,891 [Corey] I have it on good authority. Baker Mayfield's actually a big Miz fan. 590 00:33:46,958 --> 00:33:48,426 -[Cole] Really? -That's right. 591 00:33:49,127 --> 00:33:50,561 [Cole] And here Miz now. Oh! 592 00:33:50,628 --> 00:33:53,097 And the dropkick right to the midsection of Hardy. 593 00:33:53,164 --> 00:33:56,868 And Miz again building momentum into the corner a second time. 594 00:33:56,934 --> 00:33:57,935 Hardy's in trouble. 595 00:33:58,002 --> 00:34:01,172 [Renee] This entire first part of the match has been all Miz. 596 00:34:01,239 --> 00:34:02,907 [Cole] Yeah, the pace Miz wanted. 597 00:34:04,675 --> 00:34:05,676 Oh! 598 00:34:05,743 --> 00:34:08,780 Now it's Hardy exploding out of the corner with a clothesline. 599 00:34:10,615 --> 00:34:13,451 [Corey] There's absolutely no quit inside of Jeff Hardy. 600 00:34:13,518 --> 00:34:16,254 He will fight until his body simply won't go anymore. 601 00:34:16,320 --> 00:34:20,024 [Renee] We heard what he just said. "It's not about want, it's about need." 602 00:34:22,794 --> 00:34:24,495 [Cole] And Hardy looking to rally. 603 00:34:25,496 --> 00:34:27,932 Has Miz on his heels. Blocked by Hardy. 604 00:34:27,999 --> 00:34:30,067 And Jeff unloading with the right hands. 605 00:34:32,837 --> 00:34:35,339 Jeff, a multi-time World Champion. 606 00:34:35,406 --> 00:34:37,375 Oh! Seven-time Tag Team Champion. 607 00:34:37,442 --> 00:34:40,678 [Corey] Hardy's picking up the pace. This is what he wanted to do. 608 00:34:40,745 --> 00:34:43,514 [Cole] Inverted atomic drop. And Jeff Hardy now. 609 00:34:44,182 --> 00:34:45,716 Goes to the lower abdomen. 610 00:34:45,783 --> 00:34:46,851 Dropkick to the face. 611 00:34:46,918 --> 00:34:48,686 Cover to advance in the tournament. 612 00:34:48,753 --> 00:34:51,522 And a kick-out by Miz. Another near-fall for Jeff Hardy. 613 00:34:51,589 --> 00:34:55,526 [Corey] Jeff Hardy's been able to use his unique style relatively successfully, 614 00:34:55,593 --> 00:34:57,361 at least in these last few moments. 615 00:34:57,428 --> 00:34:58,863 Can Jeff keep the pace up? 616 00:34:58,930 --> 00:35:00,998 [Renee] Need to take things extreme here. 617 00:35:01,065 --> 00:35:02,834 [crowd chanting] Hardy! Hardy! 618 00:35:02,900 --> 00:35:04,302 [Cole] And the Hardy chants. 619 00:35:04,936 --> 00:35:08,473 [Corey] WWE Universe rallying behind The Charismatic Enigma. 620 00:35:08,539 --> 00:35:09,941 Looking for a Twist of Fate. 621 00:35:10,007 --> 00:35:11,809 [Cole] And Miz able to escape. 622 00:35:12,877 --> 00:35:14,645 Elbow caught Miz in the jaw. 623 00:35:14,712 --> 00:35:18,116 Jeff Hardy, little Whisper in the Wind that takes Miz out. 624 00:35:18,182 --> 00:35:21,252 Cover for the victory to advance to the semifinals! 625 00:35:21,319 --> 00:35:23,988 Oh, two and a half. Thought he had him. 626 00:35:25,957 --> 00:35:27,859 [Corey] Hardy needs to figure out 627 00:35:27,925 --> 00:35:29,927 how to keep his foot on the gas pedal right now. 628 00:35:29,994 --> 00:35:32,063 He's got The Miz a little worse for wear. 629 00:35:32,964 --> 00:35:34,665 And a very wise decision by Miz. 630 00:35:34,732 --> 00:35:39,070 Rolling to the outside as we take another look at the Whisper in the Wind. 631 00:35:39,136 --> 00:35:40,404 Incredible athleticism. 632 00:35:40,471 --> 00:35:44,242 Watch the feet of Hardy connect right on the side of Miz's face. 633 00:35:46,878 --> 00:35:50,548 [Cole] And Miz now hanging Jeff Hardy up on the top rope. 634 00:35:50,615 --> 00:35:51,883 [Corey] This is so cagey. 635 00:35:53,284 --> 00:35:56,220 Knows his way around the ring and every shortcut in between. 636 00:35:57,154 --> 00:35:59,624 [Cole] Yeah, you heard The Miz's accolades before. 637 00:35:59,690 --> 00:36:00,858 Right to the hamstring. 638 00:36:02,326 --> 00:36:04,028 Decade here in WWE. 639 00:36:05,563 --> 00:36:07,465 Miz going for the Figure-Four Leglock. 640 00:36:07,532 --> 00:36:10,134 Jeff Hardy's gonna roll him up, though. 641 00:36:10,201 --> 00:36:11,502 Captures the leg! 642 00:36:11,569 --> 00:36:14,071 Thought he had him, and again, a near-fall. 643 00:36:14,138 --> 00:36:15,840 [Corey] Way too close for comfort. 644 00:36:19,710 --> 00:36:22,313 [Cole] And now Hardy sends Miz outside the ring. 645 00:36:23,614 --> 00:36:26,417 -And this is where he's comfortable. -[Renee] Here we go. 646 00:36:27,218 --> 00:36:29,754 [Corey] Uh-oh, dropkick launches Miz. 647 00:36:34,692 --> 00:36:36,360 What's Hardy thinking about here? 648 00:36:36,427 --> 00:36:38,329 [Renee] Oh, I like what he's thinking. 649 00:36:38,396 --> 00:36:39,764 [Corey] Walk the tightrope. 650 00:36:39,830 --> 00:36:41,999 [Cole] Using the barricade to his advantage! 651 00:36:42,066 --> 00:36:43,501 And down goes Miz. 652 00:36:44,769 --> 00:36:48,339 Jeff Hardy pulling out all the stops in this first-round match. 653 00:36:48,406 --> 00:36:50,408 [Corey] The only problem with sustaining 654 00:36:50,474 --> 00:36:52,643 the high-risk, daredevil style of Jeff Hardy 655 00:36:52,710 --> 00:36:55,746 is that almost everything he delivers impacts himself as well. 656 00:36:55,813 --> 00:36:59,417 You can see Jeff got up a little slow after delivering the damage to Miz. 657 00:36:59,483 --> 00:37:01,586 [Cole] But Miz is in the drop zone now. 658 00:37:01,652 --> 00:37:04,188 [Renee] Definitely tough to keep up through an entire tournament 659 00:37:04,255 --> 00:37:05,256 should he advance. 660 00:37:05,323 --> 00:37:08,459 [Cole] Hardy, top rope. Miz wisely rolled out of the way. 661 00:37:08,526 --> 00:37:10,895 Hardy was setting up for the Swanton Bomb. 662 00:37:14,398 --> 00:37:18,436 Oh, and now Jeff Hardy, suckered in by Miz, rolls him up. 663 00:37:18,502 --> 00:37:19,503 Shoulders down. 664 00:37:19,570 --> 00:37:23,040 Miz gonna use the ropes to his advantage, and the official caught him. 665 00:37:23,107 --> 00:37:25,176 Hey, hey, hey. No, no, no. 666 00:37:25,243 --> 00:37:27,745 -No, Miz, you didn't win. -[Renee] Don't celebrate. 667 00:37:27,812 --> 00:37:31,449 [Cole] Now Jeff Hardy from behind. Looking to steal one here from The Miz. 668 00:37:31,515 --> 00:37:32,817 And a kick-out at two. 669 00:37:35,019 --> 00:37:38,289 Went for the Twist of Fate. Skull-Crushing Finale. 670 00:37:38,356 --> 00:37:40,324 -Miz into the cover. -[Corey] Nailed it. 671 00:37:40,391 --> 00:37:41,659 [Cole] Hooks the leg. 672 00:37:41,726 --> 00:37:44,161 -Miz advances to the semifinals. -[bell dings] 673 00:37:44,228 --> 00:37:46,030 ♪ I came to play… ♪ 674 00:37:46,097 --> 00:37:48,432 [Greg] Here is your winner, The Miz. 675 00:37:48,499 --> 00:37:51,602 [Cole] He didn't walk through Jeff Hardy like he said he would, 676 00:37:51,669 --> 00:37:54,272 but The Miz is gonna face Mysterio in the next round. 677 00:37:54,338 --> 00:37:57,141 [Corey] Trust me, Miz realizes he was just in a fight. 678 00:37:57,208 --> 00:38:00,945 That said, the weakened Rey Mysterio that awaits 679 00:38:01,012 --> 00:38:03,814 can't put up much of a match for an A-Lister. 680 00:38:05,716 --> 00:38:09,453 [Cole] Miz celebrating as we show you what happened at the end of the match. 681 00:38:09,520 --> 00:38:11,922 [Corey] Jeff Hardy looking for the Twist of Fate. 682 00:38:11,989 --> 00:38:13,591 Miz had it all too well scouted. 683 00:38:13,658 --> 00:38:16,994 And drove Hardy face-first in the center of the ring. 684 00:38:17,061 --> 00:38:20,798 Chalked up a ticket to the next round for The Miz. 685 00:38:20,865 --> 00:38:24,435 [Cole] Hey, Renee, I just thought of something that makes me nauseous. 686 00:38:24,502 --> 00:38:26,971 Can you imagine if Miz wins the Best in the World? 687 00:38:27,038 --> 00:38:29,040 -No. -You won't be able to live with him. 688 00:38:29,106 --> 00:38:30,508 [Renee] I couldn't stand it. 689 00:38:30,574 --> 00:38:32,677 [Cole] Here's a look at the updated bracket 690 00:38:32,743 --> 00:38:35,112 for the World Cup Best in the World Tournament. 691 00:38:35,179 --> 00:38:39,750 We now know the semifinals for the SmackDown side of things. 692 00:38:39,817 --> 00:38:42,253 It'll be Miz versus Rey Mysterio. 693 00:38:42,319 --> 00:38:43,587 Still to come, 694 00:38:43,654 --> 00:38:47,825 the two first round matchups from Monday Night RAW. 695 00:38:48,693 --> 00:38:53,631 Could The Miz be on his way to being named the best in the world? 696 00:39:01,706 --> 00:39:05,743 Tonight at Crown Jewel, we are determining who is best in the world, 697 00:39:05,810 --> 00:39:08,946 part of the WWE World Cup Tournament. 698 00:39:09,013 --> 00:39:10,815 [Corey] Is it too soon to make my declaration? 699 00:39:10,881 --> 00:39:12,016 -[bell dings] -[Renee] Do it. 700 00:39:12,083 --> 00:39:14,051 [Greg] The following is the next first-round match 701 00:39:14,118 --> 00:39:17,421 -in the WWE World Cup Tournament. -[Corey] Not yet. 702 00:39:17,488 --> 00:39:22,460 [Greg] Introducing first, he is a former World Heavyweight Champion, 703 00:39:22,526 --> 00:39:25,496 he is a WWE Grand Slam Champion, 704 00:39:25,563 --> 00:39:30,668 and current RAW Tag Team Champion, and Intercontinental Champion. 705 00:39:30,735 --> 00:39:36,874 Please welcome The Architect, Seth Rollins! 706 00:39:36,941 --> 00:39:38,943 [Seth's theme song plays] 707 00:39:47,485 --> 00:39:49,587 ♪ Burn it down ♪ 708 00:39:56,193 --> 00:39:58,596 [Corey] Here comes The Kingslayer! 709 00:40:04,835 --> 00:40:07,171 He is the current Intercontinental Champion. 710 00:40:08,305 --> 00:40:09,707 And… 711 00:40:12,610 --> 00:40:15,112 I believe the current Tag Team Champion. 712 00:40:15,179 --> 00:40:18,682 [Corey] He is technically still one half of the RAW Tag Team Champions. 713 00:40:18,749 --> 00:40:20,651 You're absolutely right, Michael Cole. 714 00:40:21,585 --> 00:40:25,256 [Cole] Well, Seth Rollins qualified for the World Cup on Monday Night RAW 715 00:40:25,322 --> 00:40:27,658 by beating Drew McIntyre. 716 00:40:28,592 --> 00:40:31,529 But a lot has happened to Seth Rollins since then. 717 00:40:34,298 --> 00:40:38,068 When I qualified for the WWE World Cup, I was on top of the world. 718 00:40:38,135 --> 00:40:40,104 The Shield was on top of the world. 719 00:40:41,739 --> 00:40:44,508 Now… everything has changed. 720 00:40:45,042 --> 00:40:46,243 Everything is different. 721 00:40:47,678 --> 00:40:50,281 The one thing that I know, the one thing that I can make sense of, 722 00:40:50,347 --> 00:40:52,316 is that I've gotta go back to being me. 723 00:40:52,917 --> 00:40:54,819 I can go back to doing what I do best, 724 00:40:54,885 --> 00:40:57,588 and that's clawing, scratching, fighting, competing. 725 00:40:58,756 --> 00:41:00,391 Tonight at Crown Jewel, 726 00:41:00,458 --> 00:41:03,761 I will prove that I am the best in the world, 727 00:41:03,828 --> 00:41:07,298 and I will burn it down. 728 00:41:08,165 --> 00:41:09,867 Renee, do you have any idea what's going on 729 00:41:09,934 --> 00:41:11,335 with the RAW Tag Team Titles 730 00:41:11,402 --> 00:41:13,904 because of the issue with Rollins and Dean Ambrose? 731 00:41:13,971 --> 00:41:16,740 [Renee] I wish I could provide some kind of insight, 732 00:41:16,807 --> 00:41:18,309 but tonight is not about that. 733 00:41:18,375 --> 00:41:21,612 Tonight, it is all about determining who is the best in the world. 734 00:41:21,679 --> 00:41:23,581 [Corey] I wish I could agree with you, 735 00:41:23,647 --> 00:41:27,384 but this isn't just a friend that fell out that you got in an argument with. 736 00:41:27,451 --> 00:41:31,355 [Greg] And his opponent, he is a former ECW Champion, 737 00:41:31,422 --> 00:41:33,757 a former United States Champion, 738 00:41:33,824 --> 00:41:40,564 a four-time collegiate All-American, and accompanied by his hype man, Lio Rush. 739 00:41:40,631 --> 00:41:44,468 Please welcome Bobby Lashley! 740 00:41:44,535 --> 00:41:48,138 [Corey] If Hamilton hadn't spent all day remembering all these facts, 741 00:41:48,205 --> 00:41:49,673 I would have interrupted him. 742 00:41:49,740 --> 00:41:50,808 Well done, Ham. 743 00:41:50,875 --> 00:41:53,677 Anyway, Seth Rollins was stabbed in the back 744 00:41:53,744 --> 00:41:55,379 by his best friend in the world. 745 00:41:55,446 --> 00:41:58,282 As much as I love and respect what Seth does in the ring, 746 00:41:58,349 --> 00:42:00,050 his mind is not right. 747 00:42:00,117 --> 00:42:01,485 Especially not right enough 748 00:42:01,552 --> 00:42:04,255 to topple the mountain of a man known as Bobby Lashley. 749 00:42:04,321 --> 00:42:06,991 [Renee] Can you imagine having Lio Rush buzzing around your head 750 00:42:07,057 --> 00:42:10,294 with all that emotional turmoil that Seth Rollins is in right now? 751 00:42:10,361 --> 00:42:11,962 [Cole] Renee, you lost your bet. 752 00:42:12,029 --> 00:42:13,898 [Corey] Look at the physique of Bobby Lashley. 753 00:42:13,964 --> 00:42:15,733 [Cole] Lio Rush is wearing a shirt. 754 00:42:15,799 --> 00:42:18,569 [Renee] He's kind of a best. The best shirt. Half count. 755 00:42:20,704 --> 00:42:24,508 Take a good look at the big man. 756 00:42:25,409 --> 00:42:30,281 There is nobody on this planet that can match this man's strength. 757 00:42:30,347 --> 00:42:33,250 That can match this man's looks. 758 00:42:33,317 --> 00:42:34,919 And let's just be honest… 759 00:42:35,719 --> 00:42:41,058 none of you people will ever look this good. 760 00:42:42,026 --> 00:42:43,727 And that's why you don't like him. 761 00:42:43,794 --> 00:42:44,962 Because you're jealous. 762 00:42:45,029 --> 00:42:49,567 You're jealous just like every single last WWE Superstar. 763 00:42:49,633 --> 00:42:50,634 But that's okay. 764 00:42:51,402 --> 00:42:55,139 Because by the end of this night, by the end of this tournament, 765 00:42:55,205 --> 00:42:59,944 you people will have no choice but to talk about the big man, 766 00:43:00,010 --> 00:43:06,650 my man, and the best in the world, Bobby Lashley. 767 00:43:09,086 --> 00:43:12,323 [Cole] Remember, Lashley did not qualify for this tournament. 768 00:43:12,389 --> 00:43:14,491 John Cena was supposed to be in this spot, 769 00:43:14,558 --> 00:43:17,561 but Acting General Manager Baron Corbin from Monday Night RAW 770 00:43:17,628 --> 00:43:20,297 liked the fact that Bobby Lashley beat up Finn Bálor 771 00:43:20,364 --> 00:43:23,901 after losing to Bálor the last two weeks and gave him this opportunity. 772 00:43:23,968 --> 00:43:27,805 [Corey] Need I remind you not to sass the Acting General Manager Baron Corbin? 773 00:43:27,871 --> 00:43:29,740 There could be repercussions for you. 774 00:43:29,807 --> 00:43:32,242 [Renee] Are you telling me you agree with this? 775 00:43:32,309 --> 00:43:35,813 [Corey] I have no reason to doubt Baron Corbin and his decision-making. 776 00:43:35,879 --> 00:43:38,182 -[bell dings] -[Cole] So it's Rollins, Lashley. 777 00:43:38,248 --> 00:43:41,585 First round from the Monday Night RAW side of things in Crown Jewel. 778 00:43:41,652 --> 00:43:43,921 And there's the power of Lashley. 779 00:43:43,988 --> 00:43:47,358 You're looking at a man who was a four-time All-American in college. 780 00:43:47,424 --> 00:43:50,227 He won three amateur wrestling championships 781 00:43:50,294 --> 00:43:53,097 at Missouri Valley College in the NAIA. 782 00:43:53,163 --> 00:43:55,566 He's a two-time Armed Forces Champion, 783 00:43:55,633 --> 00:43:59,269 a gold medalist in the International Military Sports Council. 784 00:43:59,336 --> 00:44:00,971 Lashley has done it all. 785 00:44:01,038 --> 00:44:04,241 [Renee] I keep hearing from so many of the men in the locker room 786 00:44:04,308 --> 00:44:08,145 that he is the baddest dude around WWE right now. 787 00:44:08,212 --> 00:44:11,715 [Cole] Step-up enzuigiri by Rollins drives Lashley outside the ring. 788 00:44:11,782 --> 00:44:13,450 There's the quickness of Lashley. 789 00:44:13,517 --> 00:44:14,518 Just like that. 790 00:44:14,585 --> 00:44:16,987 -Plants Seth Rollins. -[Corey] Goodness! 791 00:44:17,054 --> 00:44:19,556 [Cole] Cover to advance to the semifinals. 792 00:44:19,623 --> 00:44:22,459 -And a kick-out by Rollins. -[Renee] What did we just see? 793 00:44:22,526 --> 00:44:24,628 -That was crazy. -[Corey] Seth Rollins is well aware. 794 00:44:24,695 --> 00:44:26,630 He needs to pick up the pace as much as possible. 795 00:44:26,697 --> 00:44:28,298 That said, for a man his size, 796 00:44:28,365 --> 00:44:30,534 Bobby Lashley is incredibly fast 797 00:44:30,601 --> 00:44:33,037 and just about drilled Rollins through the ring. 798 00:44:33,103 --> 00:44:35,639 [Cole] Rollins was shaken up, and this is why. 799 00:44:35,706 --> 00:44:37,975 Watch this impact by Lashley! 800 00:44:38,642 --> 00:44:40,744 Listen, Rollins has got a lot on his mind. 801 00:44:40,811 --> 00:44:42,913 I'm not trying to make excuses for the man, 802 00:44:42,980 --> 00:44:45,049 but he has the issues with Dean Ambrose. 803 00:44:45,115 --> 00:44:47,584 Cover again. A kick-out. In two weeks from Sunday, 804 00:44:47,651 --> 00:44:49,920 if he's still the Intercontinental Champion, 805 00:44:49,987 --> 00:44:53,490 he will defend that title against Shinsuke Nakamura at Survivor Series. 806 00:44:53,557 --> 00:44:56,360 In fact, it's not a title defense, but it's champion versus champion, 807 00:44:56,427 --> 00:44:57,528 but you get the drift. 808 00:44:57,594 --> 00:44:59,196 There's a lot on Seth Rollins' mind here 809 00:44:59,263 --> 00:45:01,065 as he tries to battle through this tournament. 810 00:45:01,131 --> 00:45:03,400 [Renee] If there's been anybody to step up to the plate 811 00:45:03,467 --> 00:45:05,235 to prove that they are the best in the world, 812 00:45:05,302 --> 00:45:08,639 I feel like this tournament is actually carved out for somebody like Seth Rollins. 813 00:45:08,705 --> 00:45:11,675 [Corey] I think Bobby Lashley would disagree with you. 814 00:45:11,742 --> 00:45:15,279 Imagine the amount of pressure every time Lashley locks in a submission. 815 00:45:15,345 --> 00:45:16,613 Every strike he delivers. 816 00:45:17,414 --> 00:45:20,150 Everything Bobby Lashley does can break you. 817 00:45:20,217 --> 00:45:23,353 [Cole] Again, Rollins bounced off the top turnbuckle. 818 00:45:23,420 --> 00:45:27,091 Great strategy by Lashley after the whiplash that Rollins suffered 819 00:45:27,157 --> 00:45:29,660 on that massive slam moments ago by Bobby. 820 00:45:29,727 --> 00:45:31,095 [Corey] I'm not entirely convinced 821 00:45:31,161 --> 00:45:33,764 that Rollins has regained his bearings to this point. 822 00:45:33,831 --> 00:45:36,500 Bobby Lashley not giving him any chance to do so. 823 00:45:36,567 --> 00:45:37,835 Just cut Rollins in half. 824 00:45:37,901 --> 00:45:40,003 [Cole] There's the neckbreaker by Lashley. 825 00:45:40,070 --> 00:45:43,006 And I'll tell you something as Lashley goes into the cover. 826 00:45:43,073 --> 00:45:44,741 Here's the cover. And a kick-out. 827 00:45:44,808 --> 00:45:47,911 We've watched Lashley week in and week out on Monday Night RAW. 828 00:45:47,978 --> 00:45:51,381 I don't think he's looked better than he does right now here tonight. 829 00:45:51,448 --> 00:45:53,283 [Renee] Absolutely, no doubt. Coming into this, 830 00:45:53,350 --> 00:45:55,085 we talked about the position of Baron Corbin 831 00:45:55,152 --> 00:45:57,921 throwing him into this tournament, but he can walk away with this. 832 00:45:57,988 --> 00:46:00,724 [Corey] There's that unbelievable pressure applied once again. 833 00:46:00,791 --> 00:46:03,994 And as much as it pains me to do so, I gotta give a little credit to Lio Rush, 834 00:46:04,061 --> 00:46:05,462 the hype man on the outside. 835 00:46:05,529 --> 00:46:08,031 Since he's gotten in the ear of Bobby Lashley, 836 00:46:08,098 --> 00:46:10,200 Lashley's completely changed his demeanor. 837 00:46:10,267 --> 00:46:13,604 [Cole] I'll tell you, I believe that Lashley has been so embarrassed 838 00:46:13,670 --> 00:46:16,840 and humiliated over the fact that he's lost to Finn Bálor 839 00:46:16,907 --> 00:46:18,008 a couple of weeks in a row, 840 00:46:18,075 --> 00:46:21,044 that he came out here tonight, believed that he had to prove something, 841 00:46:21,111 --> 00:46:22,880 that he had to win this tournament. 842 00:46:22,946 --> 00:46:25,315 Look at what he's doing to Rollins. Full nelson. 843 00:46:25,382 --> 00:46:27,551 [Corey] Ragdolling The Kingslayer right now. 844 00:46:27,618 --> 00:46:30,587 Seth's able to pry the fingers apart momentarily. 845 00:46:30,654 --> 00:46:33,690 [Renee] It's do or die, and it comes down to pure athleticism. 846 00:46:33,757 --> 00:46:35,759 [Cole] Oh! Face-first, the inverted DDT. 847 00:46:35,826 --> 00:46:38,562 [Renee] Nobody can be more dangerous than Bobby Lashley. 848 00:46:38,629 --> 00:46:40,664 Lashley! That's what I'm talking about. 849 00:46:40,731 --> 00:46:43,801 -[Cole] There's the hype man. -[Corey] It's not the athleticism anymore. 850 00:46:43,867 --> 00:46:46,036 Bobby's always possessed the physical tools. 851 00:46:46,103 --> 00:46:47,337 Now it's the confidence. 852 00:46:47,404 --> 00:46:49,439 Now it's the added aggression. 853 00:46:49,506 --> 00:46:52,876 This could be the most dangerous Bobby Lashley we have ever seen. 854 00:46:54,111 --> 00:46:58,382 [Cole] And now, power on full display by the former U.S. Army veteran, 855 00:46:58,448 --> 00:47:02,219 Bobby Lashley, with a vertical suplex to Seth Rollins. 856 00:47:03,120 --> 00:47:05,389 And Rollins, though, able to fight out of it. 857 00:47:05,455 --> 00:47:08,025 Now Rollins hoping to build a little bit of momentum 858 00:47:08,091 --> 00:47:10,460 as he sends Lashley over the top rope. 859 00:47:10,527 --> 00:47:13,030 And this is where Rollins loves to operate. 860 00:47:13,096 --> 00:47:14,998 [Corey] Bobby can't get overconfident. 861 00:47:15,065 --> 00:47:17,734 Rollins will make you pay for any error. 862 00:47:17,801 --> 00:47:19,770 [Renee] Rollins better make this quick. 863 00:47:19,837 --> 00:47:23,106 [Cole] Suicide dive drives Lashley into the barricade. 864 00:47:23,173 --> 00:47:25,275 [Corey] Lashley still on his feet, however. 865 00:47:25,342 --> 00:47:26,810 Rollins looking to change it. 866 00:47:26,877 --> 00:47:29,179 [Cole] A second time! And now Lashley's down. 867 00:47:29,246 --> 00:47:32,349 [Corey] You hear that sickening thud when Lashley crashed down. 868 00:47:32,416 --> 00:47:34,384 [Cole] Did you notice? Look at Rollins, 869 00:47:34,451 --> 00:47:36,553 he once again grabbed the back of his neck. 870 00:47:36,620 --> 00:47:39,256 Still feeling the impact from the assault earlier on in this match. 871 00:47:39,323 --> 00:47:40,724 [Corey] You can't discount the fact 872 00:47:40,791 --> 00:47:42,726 that Seth Rollins has a history of neck injuries. 873 00:47:42,793 --> 00:47:45,295 [Cole] Watch Seth. Look how he landed right in the barricade. 874 00:47:45,362 --> 00:47:47,531 The back of his neck smacking the barricade. 875 00:47:47,598 --> 00:47:51,001 [Corey] Seth Rollins' neck has been surgically repaired in the past. 876 00:47:51,068 --> 00:47:52,970 He's got a sizable scar down the back. 877 00:47:53,036 --> 00:47:55,639 You never wanna aggravate a serious injury like that. 878 00:47:55,706 --> 00:47:57,007 [Cole] Now Seth, top rope, 879 00:47:57,074 --> 00:47:59,843 and Bobby Lashley quickly back on the attack. 880 00:48:02,246 --> 00:48:05,215 Lashley just looks real comfortable tonight, very confident. 881 00:48:05,282 --> 00:48:08,218 [Renee] Hands down, this is easily the best we've seen Bobby Lashley look. 882 00:48:08,285 --> 00:48:10,120 -This is incredible. -[Cole] I agree. 883 00:48:10,187 --> 00:48:12,689 And Lashley looking to put Rollins away. 884 00:48:13,690 --> 00:48:15,626 [Corey] Little jabs to the rib cage. 885 00:48:15,692 --> 00:48:17,794 Seth trying to create a little separation. 886 00:48:18,428 --> 00:48:22,599 [Cole] It's nighttime here in Crown Jewel, and Lio Rush has sunglasses on. 887 00:48:22,666 --> 00:48:24,301 Here we go, sunset flip. 888 00:48:24,368 --> 00:48:28,405 Looking for the powerbomb on Lashley, but Lashley able to counter. 889 00:48:28,472 --> 00:48:29,973 But only for a moment. 890 00:48:30,040 --> 00:48:31,642 [crowd cheering] 891 00:48:31,708 --> 00:48:34,912 -[Corey] Look at this. Wow. -[Cole] Lashley landed on his feet. 892 00:48:34,978 --> 00:48:36,346 Oh, and right to the spine. 893 00:48:36,413 --> 00:48:38,582 [Corey] Agility of his own showing off here. 894 00:48:38,649 --> 00:48:41,251 And watch this massive gut wrench. 895 00:48:41,885 --> 00:48:43,654 [Cole] And how powerful is Lashley? 896 00:48:46,590 --> 00:48:49,559 [Corey] Rollins makes it through his battle. Ask Seth. 897 00:48:49,626 --> 00:48:51,595 [Cole] Nice leapfrog by Seth Rollins. 898 00:48:51,662 --> 00:48:54,264 Gonna roll up Lashley from behind. And Seth… 899 00:48:54,331 --> 00:48:55,332 -Stomp! -[Renee] Oh! 900 00:48:55,399 --> 00:48:58,435 [Cole] The Stomp by Rollins! Is it enough to put Lashley away? 901 00:48:58,502 --> 00:49:00,971 Here's the cover by the Intercontinental Champion! 902 00:49:01,038 --> 00:49:02,039 He got it! 903 00:49:02,105 --> 00:49:03,840 -[bell dings] -[Corey] Wow. 904 00:49:03,907 --> 00:49:05,609 [Seth's theme song plays] 905 00:49:05,676 --> 00:49:07,144 [Greg] Here is your winner, 906 00:49:07,210 --> 00:49:10,447 RAW Tag Team Champion and Intercontinental Champion, 907 00:49:11,348 --> 00:49:13,283 Seth Rollins! 908 00:49:13,350 --> 00:49:15,152 [Cole] Lashley dominated that match. 909 00:49:15,218 --> 00:49:17,721 [Corey] You're absolutely right, but I have to say, 910 00:49:17,788 --> 00:49:22,025 my doubt that I had for Seth Rollins and his ability to focus tonight 911 00:49:22,092 --> 00:49:24,494 was just washed right out the window. 912 00:49:24,561 --> 00:49:28,632 Seth Rollins is here to determine himself the best in the world. 913 00:49:31,501 --> 00:49:33,103 Somewhere along the lines, 914 00:49:33,170 --> 00:49:36,940 Dean Ambrose is taking notes as to what he's witnessing tonight. 915 00:49:38,008 --> 00:49:42,879 [Cole] He better be, because Seth Rollins, from out of nowhere, delivers the Stomp. 916 00:49:42,946 --> 00:49:43,947 [Corey] So quickly. 917 00:49:44,014 --> 00:49:46,817 To have a weapon like the Stomp at his disposal. 918 00:49:46,883 --> 00:49:51,321 Lashley made one critical mistake, and The Architect made him pay. 919 00:49:52,789 --> 00:49:54,558 [Cole] What frightens me about this 920 00:49:54,624 --> 00:49:56,993 is the fact that Lashley controlled this match, 921 00:49:57,060 --> 00:49:58,128 dominated this match. 922 00:49:58,195 --> 00:50:00,864 What does that mean for the rest of the RAW Superstars 923 00:50:00,931 --> 00:50:03,066 with Lashley and the mood that he's been in 924 00:50:03,133 --> 00:50:05,235 after what's happened to him over the past few weeks? 925 00:50:05,302 --> 00:50:08,872 We can worry about that tomorrow night or this week on Monday Night RAW. 926 00:50:08,939 --> 00:50:12,075 Seth Rollins just showed all he needs is this much of an opening 927 00:50:12,142 --> 00:50:13,844 and he can capitalize and move on. 928 00:50:13,910 --> 00:50:16,279 Seth Rollins, you picked to win the whole thing, 929 00:50:16,346 --> 00:50:17,347 is well on his way. 930 00:50:17,414 --> 00:50:20,050 Just now. You guys were kind of on board with that too, but I mean, 931 00:50:20,117 --> 00:50:22,419 that win, Seth got by by the skin of his teeth, 932 00:50:22,486 --> 00:50:23,487 but he got it done. 933 00:50:23,553 --> 00:50:26,056 Monday Night RAW with one more first-round matchup. 934 00:50:26,123 --> 00:50:29,059 Byron Saxton standing by with one of the competitors. 935 00:50:31,228 --> 00:50:32,295 Ladies and gentlemen, 936 00:50:32,362 --> 00:50:38,068 please welcome Olympic gold medalist and WWE Hall of Famer, Kurt Angle. 937 00:50:38,135 --> 00:50:40,137 [crowd cheering] 938 00:50:41,004 --> 00:50:43,040 Kurt, at one point in your career, 939 00:50:43,106 --> 00:50:45,375 you were undoubtedly the best in the world. 940 00:50:46,042 --> 00:50:50,514 And now you have a chance to prove it all over again. 941 00:50:51,548 --> 00:50:52,949 Well, I could tell you this, 942 00:50:53,016 --> 00:50:55,185 the butterflies are back, and it feels good. 943 00:50:55,952 --> 00:50:57,320 Most people have doubted me 944 00:50:57,387 --> 00:51:00,690 that I could win this tournament at this stage of my career. 945 00:51:00,757 --> 00:51:02,192 But most people doubted me 946 00:51:02,259 --> 00:51:06,229 that I could win an Olympic gold medal with a broken freaking neck. 947 00:51:06,296 --> 00:51:07,297 And I did. 948 00:51:07,998 --> 00:51:12,536 I'm not here to add an exclamation point to the end of my Hall of Fame career. 949 00:51:13,103 --> 00:51:15,705 I'm here to write the next chapter. 950 00:51:16,473 --> 00:51:19,609 And I'm gonna prove to everyone, including Dolph Ziggler, 951 00:51:19,676 --> 00:51:24,314 that I am still the best in the world. 952 00:51:25,849 --> 00:51:27,050 Oh, it's true. 953 00:51:28,151 --> 00:51:29,920 It's damn true. 954 00:51:34,424 --> 00:51:35,425 [bell dings] 955 00:51:35,492 --> 00:51:38,328 [Greg] The following is the final match in the first round 956 00:51:38,395 --> 00:51:42,265 of the WWE World Cup Tournament. 957 00:51:42,332 --> 00:51:47,170 Introducing first, he is a three-time All-American collegiate wrestler, 958 00:51:47,237 --> 00:51:53,376 a two-time collegiate national champion, a former four-time WWE Champion, 959 00:51:53,443 --> 00:51:56,546 a WWE Grand Slam Champion, 960 00:51:56,613 --> 00:52:00,650 and a 1996 Olympic gold medalist. 961 00:52:00,717 --> 00:52:05,222 Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome WWE Hall of Famer, 962 00:52:05,288 --> 00:52:08,458 Kurt Angle! 963 00:52:08,525 --> 00:52:10,527 [Angle's theme music plays] 964 00:52:18,768 --> 00:52:20,237 ♪ You suck ♪ 965 00:52:20,303 --> 00:52:22,172 ♪ You suck ♪ 966 00:52:22,239 --> 00:52:23,306 ♪ You suck… ♪ 967 00:52:23,373 --> 00:52:24,574 [Corey] In any language. 968 00:52:25,709 --> 00:52:29,646 [Renee] I love it. I was just taking it all in all around us. 969 00:52:29,713 --> 00:52:31,581 Everybody loves Kurt Angle. 970 00:52:34,050 --> 00:52:38,321 [Corey] All we hear at WWE is that menace is the ultimate sign of respect 971 00:52:38,388 --> 00:52:39,389 for a Hall of Famer. 972 00:52:48,265 --> 00:52:52,969 [Cole] I remember when Kurt Angle burst on the scene at WWE in 1998 973 00:52:53,036 --> 00:52:54,938 at Survivor Series, 974 00:52:55,005 --> 00:52:58,441 I've never seen anyone take the sports entertainment 975 00:52:58,508 --> 00:53:00,443 like Kurt Angle did. 976 00:53:00,510 --> 00:53:04,014 And he has become a Hall of Famer with tremendous accolades. 977 00:53:04,080 --> 00:53:07,784 But he would love to add, Renee, best in the world to that resume. 978 00:53:07,851 --> 00:53:11,588 Certainly. I actually caught Kurt Angle in the lobby of our hotel last night 979 00:53:11,655 --> 00:53:14,257 and talked about the magnitude of what tonight means. 980 00:53:14,324 --> 00:53:16,993 And this means more to him at this point in his career 981 00:53:17,060 --> 00:53:19,796 than any of the other accolades he's already achieved. 982 00:53:21,464 --> 00:53:23,900 He's got one of them around his neck right now. 983 00:53:28,471 --> 00:53:33,210 [Cole] Kurt Angle, of course, winning that gold medal at the 1996 Olympics. 984 00:53:33,276 --> 00:53:37,881 And his opponent, he is a three-time collegiate wrestling champion, 985 00:53:37,948 --> 00:53:41,685 a former six-time Intercontinental Champion, 986 00:53:41,751 --> 00:53:45,021 a WWE Triple Crown Champion, 987 00:53:45,088 --> 00:53:48,091 accompanied to the ring by Drew McIntyre. 988 00:53:48,158 --> 00:53:52,195 Please welcome Dolph Ziggler! 989 00:53:52,262 --> 00:53:53,897 [Dolph's theme song plays] 990 00:53:53,964 --> 00:53:55,665 ♪ I'm here to show the world ♪ 991 00:53:55,732 --> 00:53:57,434 ♪ I'm here to show the world ♪ 992 00:53:57,500 --> 00:53:58,735 ♪ Come on ♪ 993 00:53:58,802 --> 00:54:00,303 ♪ Bring it on… ♪ 994 00:54:03,540 --> 00:54:06,476 [Corey] Dolph Ziggler has been looking forward to this match 995 00:54:06,543 --> 00:54:09,779 and has admitted that Kurt Angle is one of the biggest influences 996 00:54:09,846 --> 00:54:10,914 in his entire career. 997 00:54:10,981 --> 00:54:14,184 [Cole] Renee, I know you had the opportunity to speak with Dolph. 998 00:54:14,250 --> 00:54:17,921 Yeah, we just talked about how much he enjoyed watching Kurt Angle 999 00:54:17,988 --> 00:54:19,723 before he even joined WWE. 1000 00:54:19,789 --> 00:54:23,660 Now, it's two men with these incredible wrestling backgrounds. 1001 00:54:23,727 --> 00:54:26,663 We get to see them go toe-to-toe tonight for the first time. 1002 00:54:26,730 --> 00:54:29,399 [Cole] Ziggler accompanied by Drew McIntyre. 1003 00:54:29,466 --> 00:54:33,069 Dolph Ziggler says he's confident, as always, for tonight. 1004 00:54:36,272 --> 00:54:41,144 No one knows what it feels like to be so great, yet so underappreciated, 1005 00:54:41,211 --> 00:54:42,212 except me. 1006 00:54:42,279 --> 00:54:45,215 And no one knows what it feels like to be taken advantage of 1007 00:54:45,281 --> 00:54:48,485 because of your incredible talent, except me. 1008 00:54:48,551 --> 00:54:52,889 And no one knows what it feels like to be the best in the world… 1009 00:54:54,024 --> 00:54:55,525 except me. 1010 00:54:55,592 --> 00:54:58,161 Now, when I win the WWE World Cup, 1011 00:54:58,228 --> 00:55:01,364 I'll be vindicated in everything I've been saying since day one. 1012 00:55:02,265 --> 00:55:05,902 Everybody else is fighting for second place. 1013 00:55:05,969 --> 00:55:11,741 And that cup, it comes home with the true best in the world. 1014 00:55:14,511 --> 00:55:18,882 [Cole] What concerns me about this match, if I'm a Kurt Angle fan, is Drew McIntyre. 1015 00:55:18,948 --> 00:55:21,951 We've seen what McIntyre has done for Dolph Ziggler's career. 1016 00:55:22,018 --> 00:55:26,156 When Dolph was Intercontinental Champion, saved the title on a number of occasions. 1017 00:55:26,222 --> 00:55:29,159 [Corey] McIntyre has certainly proven to be an X factor for Dolph Ziggler. 1018 00:55:29,225 --> 00:55:31,828 But I think Dolph Ziggler is such a proud competitor. 1019 00:55:31,895 --> 00:55:34,364 He would love to come out here without any caveats 1020 00:55:34,431 --> 00:55:36,199 and defeat his hero, Kurt Angle. 1021 00:55:36,266 --> 00:55:38,301 That's what a Showoff is all about. 1022 00:55:38,368 --> 00:55:40,737 [Renee] Yeah, as much as Dolph Ziggler likes to come out 1023 00:55:40,804 --> 00:55:42,572 and talk about all of his own accolades, 1024 00:55:42,639 --> 00:55:44,741 for him to get a victory tonight over Kurt Angle, 1025 00:55:44,808 --> 00:55:46,810 straight up, would mean the world to him. 1026 00:55:46,876 --> 00:55:50,280 [Cole] Kurt Angle, considered one of the greatest collegiate wrestlers ever. 1027 00:55:50,346 --> 00:55:54,050 He's in the International Sports Hall of Fame and the WWE Hall of Fame. 1028 00:55:54,117 --> 00:55:57,053 Dolph Ziggler, at one point in his career, 1029 00:55:57,153 --> 00:56:00,857 held the all-time wins record at Kent State University. 1030 00:56:00,924 --> 00:56:04,294 One hundred twenty-one victories as an amateur wrestler there. 1031 00:56:04,361 --> 00:56:06,963 A three-time Conference champion. 1032 00:56:07,664 --> 00:56:11,000 And Kurt Angle now, nice takedown of Dolph Ziggler to the front facelock. 1033 00:56:11,067 --> 00:56:13,069 [Corey] No surprise here, early moments, 1034 00:56:13,136 --> 00:56:15,972 these two amateur wrestling background Superstars 1035 00:56:16,039 --> 00:56:17,240 feeling one another out, 1036 00:56:17,307 --> 00:56:20,143 trying to wait for the right opportunity to pounce. 1037 00:56:21,845 --> 00:56:25,315 [Cole] And Dolph looking to control Kurt Angle here. 1038 00:56:27,517 --> 00:56:29,986 [Renee] We all know Dolph Ziggler already believes 1039 00:56:30,053 --> 00:56:31,654 that he's the best in the world, 1040 00:56:31,721 --> 00:56:35,258 but if he's able to walk away from Crown Jewel with that amazing trophy, 1041 00:56:35,325 --> 00:56:38,328 take that home with him, can shut down all of his haters. 1042 00:56:38,395 --> 00:56:40,697 [Corey] You're right, it's one thing to say it, 1043 00:56:40,764 --> 00:56:43,767 it's another thing entirely to have the hardware to prove it. 1044 00:56:45,101 --> 00:56:47,036 Ziggler feeling confident as usual. 1045 00:56:48,304 --> 00:56:52,075 [Cole] And Kurt Angle, though, a belly-to-belly suplex by Kurt Angle. 1046 00:56:52,142 --> 00:56:54,878 And that right there is classic Kurt Angle. 1047 00:56:55,712 --> 00:56:57,847 [Corey] Angle now stalking Dolph Ziggler. 1048 00:56:57,914 --> 00:56:59,783 [Cole] Looking for a German suplex! 1049 00:56:59,849 --> 00:57:01,217 With a release by Kurt. 1050 00:57:01,284 --> 00:57:03,520 And now Kurt is in his zone. 1051 00:57:05,355 --> 00:57:07,257 And a second German suplex to Ziggler. 1052 00:57:07,323 --> 00:57:09,859 [Corey] Big time release. Dolph could be in trouble right now. 1053 00:57:09,926 --> 00:57:11,361 [Renee] For somebody like Kurt Angle 1054 00:57:11,428 --> 00:57:14,030 who doesn't get these opportunities to step in the ring like this, 1055 00:57:14,097 --> 00:57:15,632 look at this incredible muscle memory. 1056 00:57:15,698 --> 00:57:19,302 What is it that makes him feel step in and not have any ring rust cramps? 1057 00:57:19,369 --> 00:57:22,372 [Corey] Being an elite athlete is all about Kurt Angle lives 1058 00:57:22,439 --> 00:57:23,440 and stays ready. 1059 00:57:23,506 --> 00:57:25,742 It's not something he has to get in shape for. 1060 00:57:26,709 --> 00:57:29,512 There you see an attempt at a little gathering 1061 00:57:29,579 --> 00:57:31,080 between McIntyre and Ziggler. 1062 00:57:31,147 --> 00:57:32,148 Oh, no. 1063 00:57:32,215 --> 00:57:35,518 [Cole] Look at Kurt, is he gonna look for the German off the apron? 1064 00:57:35,585 --> 00:57:37,687 [screams] 1065 00:57:37,754 --> 00:57:40,824 [Corey] Ziggler hanging on with everything he's got left. 1066 00:57:40,890 --> 00:57:42,225 The full weight of Angle. 1067 00:57:44,627 --> 00:57:47,096 This is impressive upper-body strength from Dolph. 1068 00:57:47,163 --> 00:57:49,432 [Cole] Oh, and Angle knocked off the apron, 1069 00:57:49,499 --> 00:57:50,500 and he hit hard. 1070 00:57:52,202 --> 00:57:53,303 Dolph Ziggler lucky 1071 00:57:53,369 --> 00:57:56,973 that Angle was not able to German suplex him off the apron. 1072 00:57:57,941 --> 00:58:01,144 [Corey] That certainly would have been game over for The Showoff. 1073 00:58:01,211 --> 00:58:04,180 [Cole] Shoulder-first into the steel steps. 1074 00:58:04,247 --> 00:58:05,849 Great strategy by Dolph, though. 1075 00:58:05,915 --> 00:58:08,751 Angle hit hard on the shoulder when he came off the apron. 1076 00:58:08,818 --> 00:58:10,687 And now Ziggler continues the attack. 1077 00:58:10,753 --> 00:58:14,491 [Corey] Now Dolph Ziggler taking his time, getting Angle back into the ring. 1078 00:58:14,557 --> 00:58:17,360 Dolph Ziggler obviously has become a little more verbose, 1079 00:58:17,427 --> 00:58:19,529 a little more confident than he was before 1080 00:58:19,596 --> 00:58:22,065 since the arrival of Drew McIntyre onto the scene. 1081 00:58:22,131 --> 00:58:24,500 [Renee] He's always said he loves to talk trash, 1082 00:58:24,567 --> 00:58:25,969 now he's got some backup. 1083 00:58:26,035 --> 00:58:29,939 [Cole] You heard that as Angle went shoulder-first into the steel steps. 1084 00:58:31,107 --> 00:58:35,044 And now Dolph Ziggler continues the attack on Kurt Angle. 1085 00:58:35,111 --> 00:58:38,548 [Corey] To my previous point, Renee, Kurt Angle always staying… 1086 00:58:38,615 --> 00:58:41,818 [Cole] Cover. Inside the leg hook. And a kick-out at two. 1087 00:58:41,885 --> 00:58:43,152 …always staying in shape, 1088 00:58:43,219 --> 00:58:45,822 it's completely different than staying in ring shape. 1089 00:58:45,889 --> 00:58:49,526 Dolph Ziggler is a WWE Superstar, 365 days a year. 1090 00:58:49,592 --> 00:58:52,328 It has been quite some time since Kurt Angle's competed, 1091 00:58:52,395 --> 00:58:53,663 especially at this level. 1092 00:58:53,730 --> 00:58:55,632 [Cole] I believe WrestleMania was the last time. 1093 00:58:55,698 --> 00:58:58,902 As Dolph Ziggler now with a sleeper hold locked in on Kurt Angle. 1094 00:58:59,936 --> 00:59:03,406 [Renee] You talk about going from a tag team match versus The Showoff, 1095 00:59:03,473 --> 00:59:06,676 and Dolph Ziggler, we've already listed out all of his accolades, 1096 00:59:06,743 --> 00:59:08,845 and like you said, Graves, he's always ready to go. 1097 00:59:08,912 --> 00:59:11,714 [Cole] And Drew looks on, and Kurt Angle could be fading. 1098 00:59:11,781 --> 00:59:15,118 [Corey] It's a great strategy. The body scissors applied by Ziggler. 1099 00:59:15,184 --> 00:59:17,954 Just all of his weight grinding down on Kurt Angle. 1100 00:59:18,021 --> 00:59:20,089 [Cole] Kurt, trying to fight out of this. 1101 00:59:20,156 --> 00:59:22,759 Needs to try to make it to the rope to force a break. 1102 00:59:23,760 --> 00:59:26,396 Dolph Ziggler will not let Angle up to breathe. 1103 00:59:27,764 --> 00:59:30,967 Angle tries to make it back to his feet, back to a vertical base. 1104 00:59:31,034 --> 00:59:32,902 Creates some sort of separation here. 1105 00:59:35,138 --> 00:59:38,308 Kurt misses with a clothesline, and now Dolph with a sleeper. 1106 00:59:38,374 --> 00:59:39,742 The conventional style, 1107 00:59:39,809 --> 00:59:41,945 as he's got Angle in the center of the ring. 1108 00:59:42,612 --> 00:59:44,981 [Corey] Not only does it become hard to breathe, 1109 00:59:45,048 --> 00:59:47,450 not only does it cut off the blood to your brain, 1110 00:59:47,517 --> 00:59:48,518 it wears you down. 1111 00:59:48,585 --> 00:59:52,155 Dolph Ziggler forcing Angle to support all of his body weight right now. 1112 00:59:54,524 --> 00:59:56,526 [Cole] Yeah, Kurt's in big, big trouble. 1113 00:59:56,593 --> 00:59:57,660 Gasping for air. 1114 00:59:57,727 --> 01:00:00,229 [Renee] You can see the color of his face changing. 1115 01:00:03,232 --> 01:00:06,769 [Cole] Maybe the only chance Kurt has, to drop Dolph into the corner. 1116 01:00:07,670 --> 01:00:10,073 And now slings Ziggler away. 1117 01:00:10,139 --> 01:00:12,575 [Renee] Get some fresh air into those lungs. 1118 01:00:13,910 --> 01:00:16,846 [Cole] Oh, a kick right to the face as Kurt looks to rally. 1119 01:00:16,913 --> 01:00:20,149 Winner of this match faces Seth Rollins in the semifinals. 1120 01:00:20,216 --> 01:00:23,052 Another German suplex. This time, does not release. 1121 01:00:23,119 --> 01:00:25,955 Keeps the hands locked around the waist of Ziggler. 1122 01:00:26,022 --> 01:00:27,857 A second German suplex. 1123 01:00:29,792 --> 01:00:32,095 [Corey] This is vintage Kurt Angle right here. 1124 01:00:32,161 --> 01:00:34,330 [Cole] And Angle with a third. 1125 01:00:34,397 --> 01:00:36,532 Is it enough to put Dolph away? 1126 01:00:36,599 --> 01:00:38,001 Cover by Angle. 1127 01:00:38,067 --> 01:00:39,602 Near-fall again. 1128 01:00:42,138 --> 01:00:44,307 [Corey] Three German suplexes in succession. 1129 01:00:44,374 --> 01:00:47,377 I assure you, Dolph Ziggler's brains are scrambled right now. 1130 01:00:47,443 --> 01:00:49,779 His back has gotta be writhing in pain. 1131 01:00:49,846 --> 01:00:51,447 Here we go. Angle Slam coming. 1132 01:00:51,514 --> 01:00:53,449 [Cole] Able to block with Ziggler. 1133 01:00:53,516 --> 01:00:55,885 [Renee] What an unbelievable night it will be for Kurt Angle 1134 01:00:55,952 --> 01:00:58,354 to be able to walk away as the best in the world. 1135 01:00:58,421 --> 01:01:01,357 -[Corey] Or not. -[Cole] May not happen off that DDT. 1136 01:01:01,424 --> 01:01:02,625 Ziggler! 1137 01:01:02,692 --> 01:01:05,561 And a kick-out by Kurt at two. 1138 01:01:05,628 --> 01:01:09,198 [Corey] Kurt Angle, with a long, storied history of neck injuries. 1139 01:01:09,265 --> 01:01:14,103 Being spiked like that by Dolph Ziggler certainly can't help Angle's cause. 1140 01:01:14,170 --> 01:01:17,840 Let's take another look at the athleticism of The Showoff. 1141 01:01:17,907 --> 01:01:19,742 Just planting the Hall of Famer. 1142 01:01:21,077 --> 01:01:22,979 [Cole] Dolph now, to the knee of Kurt. 1143 01:01:23,046 --> 01:01:25,181 Went for the Famouser. Kurt able to duck underneath. 1144 01:01:25,248 --> 01:01:27,483 -[Corey] There it is! -[Cole] Angle Slam! 1145 01:01:27,550 --> 01:01:30,586 Kurt Angle to advance to the semifinals. 1146 01:01:31,621 --> 01:01:33,256 Oh, and a kick-out at two. 1147 01:01:33,322 --> 01:01:36,692 You saw a nervous McIntyre climbing up on the apron. 1148 01:01:36,759 --> 01:01:39,562 [Renee] Served as a bit of a distraction, I believe, too. 1149 01:01:40,196 --> 01:01:42,432 [Cole] But Dolph able to kick-out. 1150 01:01:42,498 --> 01:01:43,766 Angle thought he had him. 1151 01:01:43,833 --> 01:01:45,468 That's it, son of a bitch. 1152 01:01:45,535 --> 01:01:47,904 -[Corey] Here we go. -[Cole] Straps are down. 1153 01:01:47,970 --> 01:01:49,405 [Renee] You still got it. 1154 01:01:49,472 --> 01:01:51,340 [Corey] Here's the Kurt Angle of old. 1155 01:01:51,407 --> 01:01:53,810 [Cole] And looking, perhaps, for the ankle lock. 1156 01:01:53,876 --> 01:01:57,080 [Corey] Ziggler trying to kick Angle off. Succeed for the moment. 1157 01:01:58,948 --> 01:02:00,316 [Cole] Famouser by Ziggler. 1158 01:02:00,383 --> 01:02:02,852 Into the cover to advance to the semifinals. 1159 01:02:02,919 --> 01:02:04,187 Is it enough right now? 1160 01:02:04,253 --> 01:02:06,522 Almost had him, and a near-fall. 1161 01:02:06,589 --> 01:02:07,890 Angle stays in it. 1162 01:02:11,160 --> 01:02:13,930 [Corey] Kurt Angle is fighting valiantly. 1163 01:02:13,996 --> 01:02:15,598 But for most of this matchup, 1164 01:02:15,665 --> 01:02:18,968 Dolph Ziggler has just been half a step ahead. 1165 01:02:20,403 --> 01:02:22,271 [Renee] The longer this match goes, 1166 01:02:22,338 --> 01:02:25,141 the more it's just gonna continue to favor Dolph Ziggler. 1167 01:02:25,208 --> 01:02:28,411 [Corey] I gotta agree with you. Angle's in fantastic shape, 1168 01:02:28,478 --> 01:02:31,481 but Dolph Ziggler is at the pinnacle of his career right now. 1169 01:02:31,547 --> 01:02:35,351 [Cole] Dolph was going for the Zig Zag. Kurt Angle was able to shake him off. 1170 01:02:35,418 --> 01:02:37,220 Up over the top. Kurt rolls through. 1171 01:02:37,286 --> 01:02:39,589 -[Corey] Uh-oh. -[Cole] The ankle pick. 1172 01:02:40,656 --> 01:02:42,358 [Corey] Can he turn Dolph over? 1173 01:02:42,425 --> 01:02:44,127 [Cole] Looking for the Ankle Lock. 1174 01:02:44,193 --> 01:02:46,295 Ziggler's in trouble. Middle of the ring. 1175 01:02:47,430 --> 01:02:48,965 [screams] 1176 01:02:49,031 --> 01:02:51,501 You hear Ziggler screaming in agony. 1177 01:02:54,103 --> 01:02:56,005 Is he gonna tap to the Ankle Lock? 1178 01:02:56,572 --> 01:02:59,709 -[Corey] There's nowhere for Dolph to go. -[Renee] Almost there. 1179 01:02:59,776 --> 01:03:00,877 [Cole] Fingertip away, 1180 01:03:00,943 --> 01:03:03,246 but he's pulled back to the center of the ring. 1181 01:03:03,312 --> 01:03:04,814 Dolph's gonna have to tap out. 1182 01:03:07,650 --> 01:03:10,219 Gonna somehow try to reverse the pressure. 1183 01:03:10,286 --> 01:03:11,954 Roll onto his back somehow. 1184 01:03:12,021 --> 01:03:14,924 [Corey] Dolph's gotta be careful not to snap his own ankle. 1185 01:03:16,225 --> 01:03:17,226 [Renee] Oh! 1186 01:03:17,293 --> 01:03:19,061 [Cole] And Kurt right back again. 1187 01:03:19,128 --> 01:03:21,097 Relentless attack by Angle. 1188 01:03:21,697 --> 01:03:23,866 [Corey] I think Kurt's having fun right now. 1189 01:03:23,933 --> 01:03:26,302 -[Cole] Yeah, but Dolph with a… -[Corey] He was. 1190 01:03:27,170 --> 01:03:30,306 [Cole] But the damage has been done. Dolph can barely stand. 1191 01:03:30,873 --> 01:03:31,874 Posted him! 1192 01:03:31,941 --> 01:03:33,876 Shoulder-first into the post. 1193 01:03:33,943 --> 01:03:35,845 [Renee] Dolph has to think of something quick. 1194 01:03:35,912 --> 01:03:38,114 -[Cole] Zig Zag! -[Corey] That's gotta be it. 1195 01:03:38,181 --> 01:03:39,882 [Cole] On cue, here's the cover. 1196 01:03:39,949 --> 01:03:41,517 Is it enough for Dolph Ziggler? 1197 01:03:41,584 --> 01:03:43,386 -It is! Dolph advances. -[bell dings] 1198 01:03:43,452 --> 01:03:45,988 ♪ I'm here to show the world… ♪ 1199 01:03:46,055 --> 01:03:50,159 [Greg] Here is your winner, Dolph Ziggler! 1200 01:03:51,427 --> 01:03:52,828 [Corey] What a battle. 1201 01:03:52,895 --> 01:03:56,399 What an effort put up by Hall of Famer Kurt Angle. 1202 01:03:56,465 --> 01:03:58,134 But the question has to be asked, 1203 01:03:58,201 --> 01:04:01,103 what sort of condition is Dolph Ziggler's ankle gonna be in 1204 01:04:01,170 --> 01:04:02,772 for the next round? 1205 01:04:02,839 --> 01:04:05,608 [Cole] Well, Seth Rollins, we know, isn't 100% either. 1206 01:04:05,675 --> 01:04:07,977 They will meet in the semifinals. 1207 01:04:08,044 --> 01:04:11,247 [Corey] It looked as though Angle had this one in the bag. 1208 01:04:11,314 --> 01:04:15,685 The entire stadium erupted when the Angle Slam connected. 1209 01:04:15,751 --> 01:04:18,955 But Dolph, with a little bit too much left in the tank, 1210 01:04:19,021 --> 01:04:21,791 and an overzealous Kurt Angle, 1211 01:04:21,857 --> 01:04:25,962 would cost himself in the form of a Zig Zag, 1212 01:04:26,028 --> 01:04:27,897 allowing Dolph Ziggler to move on 1213 01:04:27,964 --> 01:04:32,768 and become one step closer to being determined the best in the world. 1214 01:04:32,835 --> 01:04:34,570 [Renee] Dolph's definitely gotta be thinking 1215 01:04:34,637 --> 01:04:37,240 about what his ankle's feeling like, what his knee's feeling like. 1216 01:04:37,306 --> 01:04:39,041 He could be in trouble for the second round. 1217 01:04:39,108 --> 01:04:41,077 [Corey] Congratulations, Dolph Ziggler. 1218 01:04:41,143 --> 01:04:43,846 [Cole] As we mentioned before, Rollins not 100% either, 1219 01:04:43,913 --> 01:04:47,116 as we take a look at the brackets heading into the semifinals. 1220 01:04:47,183 --> 01:04:48,584 From the RAW side of things, 1221 01:04:48,651 --> 01:04:51,654 it is going to be the Intercontinental Champion, Set Rollins, 1222 01:04:51,721 --> 01:04:55,791 and Dolph Ziggler renewing what was an incredible rivalry over the summer. 1223 01:04:55,858 --> 01:04:58,127 And then The Miz and Rey Mysterio. 1224 01:04:58,194 --> 01:05:01,564 Miz looking for some revenge after a match they had on SmackDown 1225 01:05:01,631 --> 01:05:02,965 a couple of weeks ago. 1226 01:05:03,032 --> 01:05:07,536 The semifinals are set for the World Cup to determine the best in the world 1227 01:05:07,603 --> 01:05:09,939 here at WWE Crown Jewel. 1228 01:05:10,006 --> 01:05:12,808 I think the time has come for me to finally make my pick. 1229 01:05:12,875 --> 01:05:15,378 I gotta go with the one Superstar remaining 1230 01:05:15,444 --> 01:05:18,481 who has no physical battle damage, or at least the least. 1231 01:05:18,547 --> 01:05:22,051 I'm talking about The A-Lister. Miz goes home as the best in the world. 1232 01:05:22,118 --> 01:05:24,220 It's not just about the World Cup tonight. 1233 01:05:24,287 --> 01:05:25,755 There is plenty more to come, 1234 01:05:25,821 --> 01:05:28,958 including who is going to win the vacant Universal Championship. 1235 01:05:29,025 --> 01:05:32,762 [Corey] After Roman Reigns was forced to vacate the title due to illness, 1236 01:05:32,828 --> 01:05:37,800 it has been determined that either The Monster Among Men, Braun Strowman, 1237 01:05:37,867 --> 01:05:42,405 or former Universal Champion, The Beast, Brock Lesnar, 1238 01:05:42,471 --> 01:05:46,942 will leave Crown Jewel as the brand new Universal Champion. 1239 01:05:47,009 --> 01:05:50,513 [Renee] And after a brutal beatdown to the Coquina Clutch to Samoa Joe, 1240 01:05:50,579 --> 01:05:57,119 we now have AJ Styles facing Samoa Joe for the WWE Championship. 1241 01:05:57,186 --> 01:05:58,654 And it's all going down here. 1242 01:05:58,721 --> 01:06:01,957 This personal rivalry makes its way to Crown Jewel. 1243 01:06:02,024 --> 01:06:04,560 [Cole] And still to come, coming up next, in fact, 1244 01:06:04,627 --> 01:06:07,396 the SmackDown Tag Team Championship. 1245 01:06:07,463 --> 01:06:12,935 [Langston] Oh, Crown Jewel! 1246 01:06:13,002 --> 01:06:15,871 Don't you dare be sour! 1247 01:06:15,938 --> 01:06:20,343 Clap for your world-famous, five-time champs 1248 01:06:20,409 --> 01:06:25,247 and feel the power! 1249 01:06:25,314 --> 01:06:27,450 It's a new day, yes, it is. 1250 01:06:27,516 --> 01:06:29,518 [The New Day's theme song plays] 1251 01:06:30,086 --> 01:06:33,889 -[Cole] Come on, Renee, enjoy yourself. -I love me some New Day, you kidding? 1252 01:06:33,956 --> 01:06:36,359 [Corey] The good news is at least you keep yourself composed, 1253 01:06:36,425 --> 01:06:38,094 not like that 12-year-old Saxton. 1254 01:06:38,160 --> 01:06:40,763 [Renee] If they bring those pancakes down here, that might change. 1255 01:06:40,830 --> 01:06:42,832 -I'm a little hungry. -Crown Jewel, baby! 1256 01:06:44,166 --> 01:06:49,739 [Cole] New Day with an opportunity tonight to win back the SmackDown Tag Team Titles. 1257 01:06:52,541 --> 01:06:55,878 [Corey] You guys always give me a hard time 'cause I'm anti-pancake. 1258 01:06:55,945 --> 01:06:58,681 I happened to order pancakes on the flight over here, and guess what? 1259 01:06:58,748 --> 01:07:01,050 -They ran out. -[Renee] It was the only option. 1260 01:07:01,117 --> 01:07:04,186 -[Corey] What is this? -[Cole] Wait, wait, wait. What is that? 1261 01:07:05,054 --> 01:07:07,656 -[Renee] Oh, my gosh! -[Corey] What is this wizardry? 1262 01:07:08,858 --> 01:07:09,925 [Renee laughs] 1263 01:07:11,427 --> 01:07:12,962 [Renee] Is that magical? 1264 01:07:13,696 --> 01:07:16,232 -Looks like it is to me. -[Corey] They better hope it's magical. 1265 01:07:16,298 --> 01:07:18,401 They better hope they find a big blue genie 1266 01:07:18,467 --> 01:07:22,071 if they want any hope of leaving here with the SmackDown Tag Team Titles. 1267 01:07:22,138 --> 01:07:25,374 [Cole] I believe New Day is riding a magic carpet to the ring. 1268 01:07:25,441 --> 01:07:26,942 [Renee laughs] That's awesome! 1269 01:07:27,977 --> 01:07:30,679 [Cole] Leave it to Big E, Kofi, and Xavier. 1270 01:07:30,746 --> 01:07:33,282 [Renee] I'm just happy it didn't take away from Big E's dancing, 1271 01:07:33,349 --> 01:07:35,217 which is clearly still well intact. 1272 01:07:39,055 --> 01:07:40,056 [bell dings] 1273 01:07:40,122 --> 01:07:42,625 [Greg] The following contest scheduled for one fall 1274 01:07:42,691 --> 01:07:47,863 is for the SmackDown Tag Team Championship! 1275 01:07:48,531 --> 01:07:54,403 Introducing the challengers, The New Day! 1276 01:07:54,470 --> 01:07:58,407 [Cole] Well, you know, New Day is sort of on a roll this past week on SmackDown. 1277 01:07:58,474 --> 01:08:01,043 Big E beats Cesaro in that Trick or Street Fight. 1278 01:08:01,110 --> 01:08:04,947 [Corey] Yeah, let's not relive that, okay? I won't give credit where it's due. 1279 01:08:05,014 --> 01:08:08,918 Leave it to New Day to always innovate new and exciting ways to enter the ring. 1280 01:08:08,984 --> 01:08:12,321 But whether or not they can win is what I remain to be seen tonight. 1281 01:08:12,388 --> 01:08:13,756 [Renee] I think that Cesaro 1282 01:08:13,823 --> 01:08:16,225 might still have some pumpkin seeds in his trunk. 1283 01:08:16,892 --> 01:08:19,695 [Cole] There are pancakes flying like Frisbees… 1284 01:08:19,762 --> 01:08:22,431 -[Renee] I need one! -…throughout this entire stadium. 1285 01:08:25,801 --> 01:08:27,803 I would take Booty-O's, too. Anything. 1286 01:08:27,870 --> 01:08:30,573 -[Cole] You're that hungry? -I'm a little hungry, yeah. 1287 01:08:33,242 --> 01:08:35,177 [Corey] This is completely egregious. 1288 01:08:35,244 --> 01:08:38,481 [Renee] No, it's not! This is pageantry, Graves. 1289 01:08:38,547 --> 01:08:41,050 [Corey] They're not even the Tag Team Champions! 1290 01:08:41,117 --> 01:08:43,152 [Renee] Maybe by the end of the night, they will be. 1291 01:08:43,219 --> 01:08:44,220 Free celebration. 1292 01:08:46,155 --> 01:08:49,158 [Cole] And WWE Survivor Series 1293 01:08:49,225 --> 01:08:53,028 is presented by Mattel Elite Collection action figures. 1294 01:08:53,095 --> 01:08:55,097 Available now at Walmart. 1295 01:08:55,164 --> 01:08:57,466 Make your collection elite! 1296 01:08:58,300 --> 01:09:00,369 [Corey] I'm gonna make a bold prediction. 1297 01:09:00,436 --> 01:09:01,837 By the end of this matchup, 1298 01:09:01,904 --> 01:09:05,307 New Day are gonna wish they were in a whole new world. 1299 01:09:05,374 --> 01:09:09,011 A world where The Bar and The Big Show simply don't exist. 1300 01:09:09,078 --> 01:09:11,981 [Renee] Did you just go there? Did that really just happen? 1301 01:09:12,047 --> 01:09:14,316 -[Corey] You better believe it, then. -Oh. 1302 01:09:18,821 --> 01:09:20,322 [Cole] Well, Francesca's here. 1303 01:09:24,593 --> 01:09:26,462 [Renee] Francesca goes international! 1304 01:09:27,496 --> 01:09:29,498 [The Bar's theme music plays] 1305 01:10:09,205 --> 01:10:13,275 ♪ Well, well, it's The Big Show ♪ 1306 01:10:14,577 --> 01:10:15,578 ♪ Yeah ♪ 1307 01:10:16,145 --> 01:10:19,381 ♪ It's a big, bad show tonight, y'all… ♪ 1308 01:10:20,749 --> 01:10:25,421 [Greg] And their opponents, accompanied by The Big Show, 1309 01:10:26,155 --> 01:10:29,925 the SmackDown Tag Team Champions, 1310 01:10:29,992 --> 01:10:35,164 Sheamus and Cesaro! 1311 01:10:35,231 --> 01:10:39,168 [Corey] Sheamus and Cesaro were already an elite-level tag team 1312 01:10:39,235 --> 01:10:41,804 before the arrival of The Big Show to their team. 1313 01:10:41,870 --> 01:10:44,340 But The World's Largest Athlete changed the game. 1314 01:10:44,406 --> 01:10:48,510 [Cole] Yeah, this is how The Bar won the Tag Team Titles for a fifth time 1315 01:10:48,577 --> 01:10:53,182 nearly three weeks ago at SmackDown 1000 versus The New Day. 1316 01:10:53,249 --> 01:10:57,386 The funny thing was, Corey, The Bar was actually in control of the matchup 1317 01:10:57,453 --> 01:11:00,489 when The Big Show, The World's Largest Athlete, 1318 01:11:00,556 --> 01:11:02,091 came down to the ring. 1319 01:11:02,157 --> 01:11:04,560 We thought he was going after Sheamus and Cesaro. 1320 01:11:04,627 --> 01:11:06,729 [Corey] For some reason, everybody assumed 1321 01:11:06,795 --> 01:11:09,698 that Big Show wanted to align himself with The New Day. 1322 01:11:09,765 --> 01:11:14,503 Instead, he arrived to even the odds. Three-on-three. 1323 01:11:14,570 --> 01:11:16,772 [Cole] Yeah, the distraction to Big E 1324 01:11:16,839 --> 01:11:19,775 would allow Sheamus to deliver the Brogue Kick. 1325 01:11:20,776 --> 01:11:25,881 And Sheamus and Cesaro, The Bar, once again becoming Tag Team Champions. 1326 01:11:25,948 --> 01:11:29,485 [Renee] I don't think you can say adding The Big Show evens the odds. 1327 01:11:29,551 --> 01:11:31,353 That's insane. This man's a giant. 1328 01:11:31,420 --> 01:11:34,089 [Corey] How many human beings do you see there, Renee? 1329 01:11:34,757 --> 01:11:36,025 I see three human beings. 1330 01:11:36,091 --> 01:11:38,560 One happens to be The World's Largest Athlete. 1331 01:11:39,328 --> 01:11:40,996 But there's still three humans. 1332 01:11:41,063 --> 01:11:43,866 -The number is even. -This is basically a handicap match. 1333 01:11:43,932 --> 01:11:46,035 [Cole] The point you've been making all along, Corey, 1334 01:11:46,101 --> 01:11:49,038 is that The New Day has been getting away with the numbers game for years. 1335 01:11:49,104 --> 01:11:51,640 [Corey] That's a good point because that's the only kind I make. 1336 01:11:51,707 --> 01:11:55,144 Renee, do you think Big E had to eat his pancakes through a straw 1337 01:11:55,210 --> 01:11:58,013 after being Brogue Kicked in the mouth by Sheamus? 1338 01:11:58,080 --> 01:12:01,884 Quite possibly. He might have had a little wiring of his jaw after that. 1339 01:12:06,255 --> 01:12:08,424 [Cole] Sheamus and Cesaro versus The New Day 1340 01:12:08,490 --> 01:12:09,925 for the Tag Team Titles. 1341 01:12:09,992 --> 01:12:13,762 Been quite the rivalry between these two teams over the years. 1342 01:12:13,829 --> 01:12:18,100 Remember, The New Day used to be the longest reigning Tag Team Champions 1343 01:12:18,167 --> 01:12:21,136 in WWE history at 483 days. 1344 01:12:21,203 --> 01:12:23,072 -That reign was stopped… -[bell dings] 1345 01:12:23,138 --> 01:12:24,373 …by Sheamus and Cesaro. 1346 01:12:25,607 --> 01:12:29,078 And it's Big E and Kofi who will be in this matchup for The New Day. 1347 01:12:29,144 --> 01:12:31,180 Xavier Woods, Big Show looking on 1348 01:12:31,246 --> 01:12:33,582 from the outside for their respective teams. 1349 01:12:35,584 --> 01:12:38,087 Let's go. Back up. Break away. Let's go. Come on. 1350 01:12:38,921 --> 01:12:42,257 And you looked over the massive shoulders of The Big Show. 1351 01:12:42,324 --> 01:12:44,026 What a presence at ringside. 1352 01:12:45,361 --> 01:12:47,296 [Corey] Big E like a freight train, 1353 01:12:47,362 --> 01:12:50,566 -just dropped the Celtic Warrior. -[Renee] Oh, now we're talking. 1354 01:12:57,439 --> 01:12:59,441 [Cole] Sheamus kicked in the midsection. 1355 01:12:59,508 --> 01:13:03,812 And Sheamus, you know, in my mind, really over the years, 1356 01:13:03,879 --> 01:13:06,849 one of the most underrated Superstars in WWE. 1357 01:13:06,915 --> 01:13:08,951 This man has accomplished it all. 1358 01:13:09,017 --> 01:13:11,086 He's a multi-time World Champion. 1359 01:13:11,153 --> 01:13:15,624 He's won a King of the Ring, a Money in the Bank, a Royal Rumble. 1360 01:13:16,892 --> 01:13:18,994 Here's the cover by Big E. And a kick-out. 1361 01:13:19,061 --> 01:13:20,763 [Corey] Completely agree with you. 1362 01:13:20,829 --> 01:13:23,565 I think Sheamus is one of the most underrated Superstars of all time. 1363 01:13:23,632 --> 01:13:25,601 And I feel like that's part of the rage 1364 01:13:25,667 --> 01:13:28,270 that fuels Sheamus and his partner, Cesaro. 1365 01:13:28,337 --> 01:13:30,239 [Cole] Kofi Kingston off the top rope. 1366 01:13:30,305 --> 01:13:33,342 Kofi, however, one of the most accomplished Superstars, Renee, 1367 01:13:33,409 --> 01:13:35,110 -in WWE history. -Without question. 1368 01:13:35,177 --> 01:13:36,678 The accomplishments of Kofi Kingston, 1369 01:13:36,745 --> 01:13:39,448 he could've been in the Best in the World Tournament all on his own. 1370 01:13:39,515 --> 01:13:42,017 [Cole] Yeah, Kofi, an eight-time Tag Team Champion, 1371 01:13:42,084 --> 01:13:44,353 among other accolades. 1372 01:13:44,420 --> 01:13:45,621 And now, Cesaro. 1373 01:13:45,687 --> 01:13:49,491 [Renee] He's had many battles with Cesaro for the United States Championship. 1374 01:13:49,558 --> 01:13:51,560 [Cole] And Kofi whipped across the ring. 1375 01:13:52,428 --> 01:13:56,799 And Cesaro, very unique in his approach, as is Kofi, 1376 01:13:56,865 --> 01:13:59,935 who lands on his feet to the surprise of Cesaro. 1377 01:14:00,002 --> 01:14:02,171 [laughter] 1378 01:14:06,575 --> 01:14:08,243 Oh, and a dropkick by Kingston. 1379 01:14:08,310 --> 01:14:11,780 Cover to win the Tag Team Titles. And a kick-out. 1380 01:14:11,847 --> 01:14:16,351 Corey, that's gonna be so disconcerting if you're taking on The New Day. 1381 01:14:16,418 --> 01:14:17,953 And the trombones playing. 1382 01:14:18,020 --> 01:14:21,123 [Corey] You always have to account for the third member of New… 1383 01:14:21,190 --> 01:14:22,658 Uh-oh, look at this. 1384 01:14:22,724 --> 01:14:26,195 Unless you're a Swiss Cyborg and you can do physical things like this. 1385 01:14:27,262 --> 01:14:30,699 That's what the arrival of The Big Show means to Sheamus and Cesaro. 1386 01:14:30,766 --> 01:14:32,568 Peace of mind. 1387 01:14:32,634 --> 01:14:34,603 Focus on the two opponents in the ring. 1388 01:14:34,670 --> 01:14:37,039 Not worry about the X factor, that is the third. 1389 01:14:37,105 --> 01:14:38,974 [Cole] The great athleticism of Kofi. 1390 01:14:39,041 --> 01:14:40,042 Way to crossbody. 1391 01:14:40,108 --> 01:14:42,678 Lateral press to win the gold. And a kick-out. 1392 01:14:46,415 --> 01:14:48,050 Oh, my God. 1393 01:14:51,386 --> 01:14:52,487 Tag. 1394 01:14:53,455 --> 01:14:55,157 And here comes Sheamus. 1395 01:14:55,224 --> 01:14:59,561 Sheamus and Cesaro may be the most physical tag team 1396 01:14:59,628 --> 01:15:01,864 we have ever witnessed at WWE. 1397 01:15:02,464 --> 01:15:04,867 [Renee] Good trash talk from Big Show over there. 1398 01:15:04,933 --> 01:15:07,302 [Corey] This is beautiful, classic tag teamwork. 1399 01:15:07,369 --> 01:15:09,571 [Cole] Look at Big Show now getting involved. 1400 01:15:09,638 --> 01:15:12,341 Those massive paws wrapped around the face of Kingston. 1401 01:15:12,407 --> 01:15:15,010 [Corey] Being smothered by a pair of catcher's mitts. 1402 01:15:15,077 --> 01:15:18,480 [Cole] Tag again to Cesaro, and now the double team. 1403 01:15:18,547 --> 01:15:21,917 Cesaro and Sheamus just like to beat people up. 1404 01:15:22,551 --> 01:15:24,920 [Big Show] You can't dance if you can't breathe. 1405 01:15:26,722 --> 01:15:28,857 [Corey] You can hear Big Show on the outside screaming 1406 01:15:28,924 --> 01:15:30,692 he can't fight if he can't breathe. 1407 01:15:33,896 --> 01:15:35,631 [Cole] Big Show, very talkative. 1408 01:15:35,697 --> 01:15:37,566 Almost like a coach out there. 1409 01:15:37,633 --> 01:15:40,068 [Renee] Gotta think of all the accomplishments of The Big Show 1410 01:15:40,135 --> 01:15:42,471 for him to come in here as the X factor, 1411 01:15:42,538 --> 01:15:46,174 but also be able to add a little insight, some education to The Bar. 1412 01:15:46,241 --> 01:15:48,911 [Corey] You're right. There's basically nothing in WWE 1413 01:15:48,977 --> 01:15:51,380 that Big Show hasn't experienced or accomplished. 1414 01:15:51,446 --> 01:15:55,083 [Cole] Won every championship, as Sheamus comes in off the tag. 1415 01:15:55,150 --> 01:15:57,052 Double team again by The Bar. 1416 01:15:57,119 --> 01:15:58,720 Kofi's in deep, deep trouble. 1417 01:16:00,088 --> 01:16:02,724 Cover by Sheamus to retain the Tag Team Titles. 1418 01:16:02,791 --> 01:16:03,792 And a kick-out. 1419 01:16:03,859 --> 01:16:06,795 [Corey] Keep using the phrase physical to determine The Bar. 1420 01:16:06,862 --> 01:16:10,632 We just witnessed with Sheamus driving his knee into the face of Kofi 1421 01:16:10,699 --> 01:16:12,868 while pushing down on the cover. 1422 01:16:12,935 --> 01:16:15,604 That's the type of physicality that changes the game. 1423 01:16:16,371 --> 01:16:17,372 [Cole] Listen! 1424 01:16:19,441 --> 01:16:23,812 The blows by Sheamus to the chest of Kofi Kingston. 1425 01:16:23,879 --> 01:16:26,715 [Renee] Look at the size of Sheamus. He's just gargantuan. 1426 01:16:26,782 --> 01:16:29,084 That's him standing next to a giant. He's huge. 1427 01:16:29,151 --> 01:16:31,553 [Cole] Sheamus, 270 pounds. 1428 01:16:31,620 --> 01:16:33,055 Best shape of his career. 1429 01:16:33,622 --> 01:16:35,290 Watch his Celtic Warrior workout. 1430 01:16:35,357 --> 01:16:37,459 [Renee] He switches up his workouts all the time, 1431 01:16:37,526 --> 01:16:40,262 -working with different Superstars. -[Corey] Oh, man! 1432 01:16:40,329 --> 01:16:42,364 [Big Show] Again! Come on, Sheamus. 1433 01:16:42,431 --> 01:16:43,732 [Cole] Kofi fighting back! 1434 01:16:45,534 --> 01:16:48,437 The welts building on the chest of the Celtic Warrior. 1435 01:16:48,503 --> 01:16:49,871 Kofi trying to make a tag. 1436 01:16:50,739 --> 01:16:52,307 Can't quite get there. 1437 01:16:52,374 --> 01:16:54,409 And that'll stop him in his tracks. 1438 01:16:54,977 --> 01:16:55,978 Tag, here's Cesaro. 1439 01:16:57,813 --> 01:16:59,648 Cover by Cesaro. Hook of the leg. 1440 01:16:59,715 --> 01:17:02,551 It is a thing of beauty to watch The Bar. 1441 01:17:02,617 --> 01:17:04,386 Classic tag team wrestling. 1442 01:17:04,453 --> 01:17:06,655 [Renee] Kofi's not made it to the other side of the ring 1443 01:17:06,722 --> 01:17:07,889 in about three minutes. 1444 01:17:07,956 --> 01:17:10,258 [Cole] Yeah, Kofi's in deep, deep trouble here. 1445 01:17:10,859 --> 01:17:13,895 Great job by The Bar, isolating Kingston from Big E. 1446 01:17:13,962 --> 01:17:16,965 Why don't you just give up, Kofi? Why don't you just give up? 1447 01:17:17,599 --> 01:17:20,202 -[Renee] Psychological warfare. -[Corey] There we go. 1448 01:17:20,268 --> 01:17:24,139 [Cole] Can you imagine Big Show, that giant screaming in your face? Oh! 1449 01:17:24,206 --> 01:17:25,474 Cesaro, cover. 1450 01:17:26,108 --> 01:17:27,476 Almost had him. 1451 01:17:27,542 --> 01:17:30,312 But look at how Cesaro, even out of the kick-out, Corey, 1452 01:17:30,379 --> 01:17:32,280 doesn't allow any separation. 1453 01:17:32,347 --> 01:17:36,318 [Corey] Absolutely seamless transition from the cover into the submission hold. 1454 01:17:36,385 --> 01:17:41,757 Cesaro, when it comes to in-ring IQ, may have the highest in all of WWE. 1455 01:17:43,191 --> 01:17:44,660 There are very few Superstars 1456 01:17:44,726 --> 01:17:47,396 who have spent as much time just training in the ring, 1457 01:17:47,462 --> 01:17:49,498 perfecting their technique as Cesaro. 1458 01:17:49,564 --> 01:17:51,066 [Renee] I think Cesaro is a Superstar 1459 01:17:51,133 --> 01:17:53,835 that continually impresses all of the other Superstars. 1460 01:17:53,902 --> 01:17:56,905 He's the one you hear everyone talking about in the hallways. 1461 01:17:56,972 --> 01:17:59,408 [Cole] WWE Crown Jewel is sold out tonight. 1462 01:17:59,474 --> 01:18:01,009 [Langston] Kofi, let's go! 1463 01:18:01,076 --> 01:18:04,579 We look high above the King Saud University Stadium. 1464 01:18:04,646 --> 01:18:07,849 Inside the ring, it's The New Day versus The Bar 1465 01:18:07,916 --> 01:18:10,252 for the SmackDown Tag Team titles. 1466 01:18:12,521 --> 01:18:16,091 Bar looking to retain, New Day looking to win. 1467 01:18:16,925 --> 01:18:19,461 [Renee] Kofi looking to get over there to Big E. 1468 01:18:19,528 --> 01:18:21,630 [Corey] Showing a little power of his own. 1469 01:18:22,497 --> 01:18:26,435 [Cole] Cesaro trying to make a tag now. He's the one that looks a bit desperate. 1470 01:18:29,805 --> 01:18:31,540 Stalemate, center of the ring. 1471 01:18:32,741 --> 01:18:37,079 Kofi Kingston, ever so slowly, was working toward Big E. 1472 01:18:37,145 --> 01:18:38,914 And Cesaro went for the cheap shot. 1473 01:18:38,980 --> 01:18:40,749 Hey, no, keep it in the ring. 1474 01:18:42,551 --> 01:18:44,686 Back body drop, Kofi's got an opportunity. 1475 01:18:45,220 --> 01:18:47,522 But he's still a long way away from his corner. 1476 01:18:47,589 --> 01:18:50,726 Make the tag! Make the tag to Sheamus. Come on. 1477 01:18:50,792 --> 01:18:52,928 -Make the tag. -[Renee] If Kofi doesn't get over this, 1478 01:18:52,994 --> 01:18:56,231 -it could be one and done real quick. -[Cole] Tag. Here's Sheamus. 1479 01:18:56,298 --> 01:18:58,500 And this time, he knocks Big E off the apron. 1480 01:18:58,567 --> 01:19:00,569 [Corey] Great ring awareness by Sheamus. 1481 01:19:00,635 --> 01:19:04,339 Also positioning his own body between Kofi and The New Day corner. 1482 01:19:05,841 --> 01:19:07,976 Look at this, just raw power. 1483 01:19:08,043 --> 01:19:10,979 [Cole] And again, tag by Cesaro. Frequent tags in and out. 1484 01:19:11,046 --> 01:19:13,148 Keeping each other fresh! What an uppercut. 1485 01:19:13,215 --> 01:19:14,216 Double team. 1486 01:19:15,150 --> 01:19:16,818 Kofi is done. 1487 01:19:16,885 --> 01:19:19,488 The Bar looking to retain the tag team gold. 1488 01:19:19,554 --> 01:19:21,156 And a kick-out at two. 1489 01:19:21,223 --> 01:19:24,259 [Renee] I can't believe Kofi Kingston's still in this. 1490 01:19:26,328 --> 01:19:29,297 [Corey] Take another look at this great tandem offense. 1491 01:19:29,364 --> 01:19:31,533 The boost from Sheamus down into a… 1492 01:19:31,600 --> 01:19:34,503 almost a jackhammer-type maneuver by Cesaro. 1493 01:19:34,569 --> 01:19:36,838 Drove Kofi all the way down on his right side. 1494 01:19:37,539 --> 01:19:38,740 Still not enough to win. 1495 01:19:39,307 --> 01:19:41,076 Come on, Kofi, just give up. 1496 01:19:41,143 --> 01:19:43,445 Kof, it's time to grind, Kof. 1497 01:19:43,512 --> 01:19:44,913 [Renee] Kofi looks defeated. 1498 01:19:44,980 --> 01:19:47,549 [Cole] Yeah, Big Show imploring Kingston to give up. 1499 01:19:48,350 --> 01:19:49,684 [Renee] Might be wise. 1500 01:19:49,751 --> 01:19:51,753 [speaking indistinctly] 1501 01:19:55,157 --> 01:19:56,291 [crowd booing] 1502 01:19:59,861 --> 01:20:03,064 [Cole] Kofi with a boot to the face, and he caught Sheamus. 1503 01:20:03,131 --> 01:20:05,133 And now Kofi trying to fight out again. 1504 01:20:05,200 --> 01:20:06,401 -Tag. -Tag. Sheamus in. 1505 01:20:07,469 --> 01:20:11,406 And The Bar just doing an incredible job keeping Kofi away from his corner. 1506 01:20:11,473 --> 01:20:13,241 [Renee] Kofi doesn't have Big E in the corner 1507 01:20:13,308 --> 01:20:14,543 if he were to get over there. 1508 01:20:14,609 --> 01:20:16,611 [Corey] Sheamus just ate the steel post. 1509 01:20:16,678 --> 01:20:20,482 Kofi with an opportunity, but still a long way away from Big E. 1510 01:20:20,549 --> 01:20:23,118 [crowd chanting] New Day rocks. 1511 01:20:24,886 --> 01:20:26,488 [Cole] Tag. Tag! 1512 01:20:26,555 --> 01:20:29,191 -Big E and Cesaro are legal. -[Corey laughs] 1513 01:20:29,257 --> 01:20:30,458 Belly-to-belly by Big E. 1514 01:20:31,760 --> 01:20:33,428 And another one. 1515 01:20:33,495 --> 01:20:35,964 Tremendous strength by the 300-pounder. 1516 01:20:37,465 --> 01:20:40,168 And a third one planting Cesaro. 1517 01:20:40,235 --> 01:20:43,471 [Renee] The speed and explosiveness of Big E is incredible. 1518 01:20:43,538 --> 01:20:45,574 [Corey] Before you can even realize where you're at, 1519 01:20:45,640 --> 01:20:47,409 Big E is suplexing you again. 1520 01:20:47,475 --> 01:20:48,743 [Renee] Dancing over you. 1521 01:20:49,377 --> 01:20:52,280 [Cole] Oh, big splash, but Cesaro got the knees up, though. 1522 01:20:54,316 --> 01:20:55,317 Tag. Sheamus in. 1523 01:20:55,383 --> 01:20:56,818 Here comes Sheamus. 1524 01:20:58,086 --> 01:21:00,255 Planting with a uranage by Big E. 1525 01:21:00,322 --> 01:21:02,257 Cover. Is it enough to win the gold? 1526 01:21:02,324 --> 01:21:03,992 And a kick-out at two. 1527 01:21:07,395 --> 01:21:09,764 New Day looking to win the Tag Team Championship 1528 01:21:09,831 --> 01:21:11,600 for a sixth time. 1529 01:21:13,869 --> 01:21:16,605 [Corey] Big E, we know what he likes to do here. 1530 01:21:16,671 --> 01:21:18,240 -Look out, Sheamus. -[Renee] Oh! 1531 01:21:18,306 --> 01:21:20,842 [Cole] And a knee right to the side of the face. 1532 01:21:20,909 --> 01:21:22,244 That'll break a jaw. 1533 01:21:23,645 --> 01:21:25,747 Big E thinks he's back in Florida already. 1534 01:21:25,814 --> 01:21:27,482 [Corey] Oh, my goodness. 1535 01:21:27,549 --> 01:21:30,118 [Cole] Another knee echoing throughout the stadium. 1536 01:21:30,185 --> 01:21:31,853 Come down, Sheamus. Off the rope. 1537 01:21:34,322 --> 01:21:36,791 [Corey] Nothing fancy here, just big right hands. 1538 01:21:36,858 --> 01:21:39,427 [Cole] Uh-oh, Kofi providing a bit of a distraction. 1539 01:21:39,494 --> 01:21:41,029 Tag made, Kofi's legal. 1540 01:21:41,096 --> 01:21:43,798 Big E now with Sheamus up on his shoulders. 1541 01:21:43,865 --> 01:21:45,533 Kofi climbing to the top rope. 1542 01:21:45,600 --> 01:21:48,870 -Sheamus is in trouble. -[Corey] A double stomp to the back. 1543 01:21:48,937 --> 01:21:51,706 [Cole] Kofi's gotta cover. Kofi's the legal man. 1544 01:21:51,773 --> 01:21:52,774 Hooks the leg. 1545 01:21:52,841 --> 01:21:54,943 And Cesaro breaking things up for his team. 1546 01:21:55,010 --> 01:21:56,778 [Renee] There was that six-time chance there. 1547 01:21:56,845 --> 01:21:59,247 [Corey] Outrageous closing speed by Cesaro there. 1548 01:21:59,314 --> 01:22:01,149 All the way across the ring. 1549 01:22:01,216 --> 01:22:02,217 [Cole] Kofi. 1550 01:22:03,184 --> 01:22:06,121 Trouble in Paradise driving Cesaro through the ropes. 1551 01:22:08,123 --> 01:22:09,124 Big E now legal. 1552 01:22:11,927 --> 01:22:15,263 Could New Day be closing in on the Tag Team Titles? 1553 01:22:16,965 --> 01:22:19,100 Kingston! Launched into Cesaro! 1554 01:22:23,571 --> 01:22:26,675 And Big E with the straps down, looking for the Big Ending. 1555 01:22:27,409 --> 01:22:29,544 [Corey] Here comes The Big Show instead. 1556 01:22:32,514 --> 01:22:34,049 [Cole] Went for the Brogue… 1557 01:22:34,115 --> 01:22:36,718 Off the distraction! Big E sidestep for the titles! 1558 01:22:36,785 --> 01:22:38,019 Kick-out at two! 1559 01:22:39,487 --> 01:22:40,889 And here's Big E! 1560 01:22:40,956 --> 01:22:43,291 [Corey] Once again, wants the Big Ending. 1561 01:22:43,358 --> 01:22:44,359 [Cole] Uh-oh. 1562 01:22:44,426 --> 01:22:45,994 Big Show with a right hand! 1563 01:22:46,061 --> 01:22:48,229 A Knockout Punch right on the jaw! 1564 01:22:48,296 --> 01:22:50,765 [Corey] The referee was out of position to see it. 1565 01:22:50,832 --> 01:22:51,833 [Cole] Brogue Kick! 1566 01:22:51,900 --> 01:22:54,402 Show didn't get all of it, but he got enough of it. 1567 01:22:54,469 --> 01:22:57,072 -And Big E into the Brogue Kick! -[bell dings] 1568 01:22:57,138 --> 01:22:58,673 And The Bar retains. 1569 01:22:58,740 --> 01:23:01,176 -[Greg] Here are your winners… -[Renee] That wasn't even fair! 1570 01:23:01,242 --> 01:23:04,646 …and still the SmackDown Tag Team Champions, 1571 01:23:05,347 --> 01:23:09,484 Sheamus and Cesaro! 1572 01:23:09,551 --> 01:23:11,853 [Cole] Be careful what you say to Big Show. 1573 01:23:11,920 --> 01:23:13,888 It might not have been fair, but it was effective. 1574 01:23:13,955 --> 01:23:16,958 [Corey] Chalk up an assist to The World's Largest Athlete. 1575 01:23:17,025 --> 01:23:19,494 Sheamus and Cesaro will retain. 1576 01:23:19,561 --> 01:23:22,797 Hey, Renee, you got a blender you can loan Big E for his pancakes? 1577 01:23:22,864 --> 01:23:25,166 I'll take care of him. He'll be all right. 1578 01:23:25,233 --> 01:23:28,236 [Cole] Big Show has paid unbelievable dividends. 1579 01:23:29,004 --> 01:23:31,172 [Corey] The referee is diving out of the way 1580 01:23:31,239 --> 01:23:33,441 to prevent from being squashed by Big E. 1581 01:23:33,508 --> 01:23:34,809 And, bang! 1582 01:23:34,876 --> 01:23:37,679 Big E connects right on the jaw. 1583 01:23:37,746 --> 01:23:40,548 -He would stagger in… -[Renee] The X factor of The Giant. 1584 01:23:40,615 --> 01:23:44,119 …for a Brogue Kick from the Celtic Warrior. 1585 01:23:44,185 --> 01:23:45,420 The Bar retains. 1586 01:23:45,487 --> 01:23:48,823 [Cole] The short right jab by The Big Show was enough. 1587 01:23:48,890 --> 01:23:50,959 The Brogue Kick put it away. 1588 01:23:51,593 --> 01:23:54,162 The Bar retained the Tag Team Titles. 1589 01:23:54,229 --> 01:23:56,464 Ladies and gentlemen, we're getting set now 1590 01:23:56,531 --> 01:23:58,933 for the semifinals of the World Cup Tournament 1591 01:23:59,000 --> 01:24:00,769 to determine the best in the world. 1592 01:24:00,835 --> 01:24:04,672 Byron Saxton standing by with one of the semifinal competitors. 1593 01:24:04,739 --> 01:24:06,741 [The Bar's theme music plays] 1594 01:24:08,109 --> 01:24:11,913 Please welcome my guest at this time, The A-Lister, The Miz. 1595 01:24:12,881 --> 01:24:18,253 Miz, you've made it to the semifinals, where up next you will face Rey Mysterio 1596 01:24:18,319 --> 01:24:21,589 and have an opportunity to get one step closer to becoming 1597 01:24:21,656 --> 01:24:23,224 the best in the world. 1598 01:24:23,992 --> 01:24:25,427 I told you so. 1599 01:24:25,493 --> 01:24:27,796 I told you I was going to beat Jeff Hardy. 1600 01:24:27,862 --> 01:24:30,999 I may have gotten mule kicked in the throat and can barely talk, 1601 01:24:31,066 --> 01:24:33,935 and I bet that makes everyone really happy, 1602 01:24:34,002 --> 01:24:35,336 but I beat Jeff Hardy. 1603 01:24:36,037 --> 01:24:38,940 And I'm gonna feast on poor, little, wounded Rey Mysterio, 1604 01:24:39,007 --> 01:24:42,010 and I can't think of a better Hollywood ending 1605 01:24:42,076 --> 01:24:46,047 than the plucky underdog battered, beaten, pulling himself up off the mat 1606 01:24:46,114 --> 01:24:50,251 for one last shot of glory only to be decimated by the real hero. 1607 01:24:50,985 --> 01:24:53,321 Tonight isn't about happy endings. 1608 01:24:55,423 --> 01:24:57,926 It's about me rolling the credits on Rey Mysterio 1609 01:24:57,992 --> 01:25:03,731 and proving to everyone that I am the best in the world. 1610 01:25:12,307 --> 01:25:13,508 [bell dings] 1611 01:25:13,575 --> 01:25:20,548 [Greg] The following is a semifinal match in the WWE World Cup Tournament. 1612 01:25:21,316 --> 01:25:23,418 [Miz] Awesome! 1613 01:25:23,485 --> 01:25:24,486 ♪ I came to play ♪ 1614 01:25:24,552 --> 01:25:26,654 ♪ I came to play, there's a price to pay ♪ 1615 01:25:26,721 --> 01:25:28,723 ♪ Time for you to get down on your knees And pray ♪ 1616 01:25:28,790 --> 01:25:29,791 ♪ I came to play ♪ 1617 01:25:29,858 --> 01:25:31,726 ♪ Say goodbye to the good old days… ♪ 1618 01:25:31,793 --> 01:25:35,663 Introducing first, weighing in at 221 pounds 1619 01:25:35,730 --> 01:25:41,202 and residing in Hollywood, California, 1620 01:25:41,269 --> 01:25:43,771 The Miz! 1621 01:25:44,839 --> 01:25:49,077 [Corey] What a heroic display from The A-Lister. 1622 01:25:49,143 --> 01:25:54,816 Can you believe the adversity that The Miz is going to have to overcome 1623 01:25:54,883 --> 01:25:57,886 to escape victorious in this round? 1624 01:25:57,952 --> 01:26:00,021 In this semifinal round? 1625 01:26:00,088 --> 01:26:01,222 Miz can't even talk! 1626 01:26:01,289 --> 01:26:03,825 [Cole] Well, listen, Miz may have a hurt throat, 1627 01:26:03,892 --> 01:26:06,928 but there's somebody that was maybe even worse off than he is. 1628 01:26:06,995 --> 01:26:10,031 Let's head back to Byron Saxton with The Miz's opponent. 1629 01:26:12,567 --> 01:26:16,271 Rey, you were pummeled by Randy Orton after you won your first round match. 1630 01:26:16,337 --> 01:26:18,907 What are the odds of you beating The Miz? 1631 01:26:19,507 --> 01:26:22,977 I'll tell you, being the best is about never making excuses. 1632 01:26:23,545 --> 01:26:28,416 You can be physically at 100%, 75%, or whatever. 1633 01:26:28,483 --> 01:26:32,954 But the truth is, you can't put a number on a man's pride and determination. 1634 01:26:33,021 --> 01:26:36,658 And, yeah, I know Miz says that he'll do whatever it takes to win. 1635 01:26:37,258 --> 01:26:39,994 He's probably cooking up a plan right now or has a plan. 1636 01:26:40,695 --> 01:26:42,096 Let him. 1637 01:26:42,163 --> 01:26:46,534 The truth is, I've been underestimated by bigger and better. 1638 01:26:46,601 --> 01:26:49,070 That just makes my W much sweeter. 1639 01:26:52,807 --> 01:26:54,876 [Cole] Now to me, that's a real champion. 1640 01:26:54,943 --> 01:26:56,945 No excuses by Rey Mysterio. 1641 01:26:57,011 --> 01:27:00,348 Gonna come out here and try to beat The Miz in this match. 1642 01:27:00,415 --> 01:27:02,517 Miz is talking about having a sore throat. 1643 01:27:03,218 --> 01:27:06,921 [Cole] Did you hear Rey Mysterio speak? It sounded crystal clear to me. 1644 01:27:06,988 --> 01:27:09,691 He's not coming into this match with an injured throat. 1645 01:27:09,757 --> 01:27:11,326 [Renee] No, but he crystal clearly said 1646 01:27:11,392 --> 01:27:13,161 he's been in the ring with bigger and better. 1647 01:27:13,228 --> 01:27:15,396 So I don't think The Miz is gonna be a problem for Rey. 1648 01:27:15,463 --> 01:27:20,768 [Greg] And his opponent, from San Diego, California, weighing in at 170 pounds, 1649 01:27:20,835 --> 01:27:25,473 Rey Mysterio! 1650 01:27:26,407 --> 01:27:29,844 [Cole] Miz has a chip on his shoulder when it comes to Rey Mysterio. 1651 01:27:29,911 --> 01:27:31,112 Looking for some revenge 1652 01:27:31,179 --> 01:27:33,948 because Rey beat Miz a couple of weeks ago on SmackDown. 1653 01:27:34,015 --> 01:27:37,619 [Corey] I don't understand why you always insist on bringing up the past. 1654 01:27:37,685 --> 01:27:40,221 Let's focus on the here and the now, 1655 01:27:40,288 --> 01:27:44,726 and that The A-Lister is about to overcome the odds at the expense… 1656 01:27:44,792 --> 01:27:47,061 -[Cole] Whoa! Wait a minute. Me? -Yeah. 1657 01:27:47,128 --> 01:27:48,263 [Cole] What about Miz? 1658 01:27:48,329 --> 01:27:52,066 This guy talks about being WWE Champion at WrestleMania years and years ago. 1659 01:27:52,133 --> 01:27:54,302 [Renee] He still talks about the real world, 1660 01:27:54,369 --> 01:27:56,337 which was like 45 years ago. 1661 01:27:56,404 --> 01:27:59,641 [Corey] Listen, Miz has a lot of accomplishments to keep track of. 1662 01:27:59,707 --> 01:28:01,075 I have heard from a source, 1663 01:28:01,142 --> 01:28:03,444 I'm not supposed to let the cat out of the bag, 1664 01:28:03,511 --> 01:28:05,613 but I heard from a very reliable source 1665 01:28:05,680 --> 01:28:07,882 that Monroe Sky is actually on the short list 1666 01:28:07,949 --> 01:28:10,318 to become the Browns' new offensive coordinator. 1667 01:28:10,385 --> 01:28:13,388 [Renee] I hope that Miz loses his voice and you get to go be his mouthpiece. 1668 01:28:13,454 --> 01:28:14,489 That's what I hope. 1669 01:28:14,555 --> 01:28:16,891 [Cole] Anyway, let's talk about the Rey Mysterio situation. 1670 01:28:16,958 --> 01:28:18,660 He defeated Randy Orton in the first round, 1671 01:28:18,726 --> 01:28:20,094 but then after the matchup, 1672 01:28:20,161 --> 01:28:23,431 he was beaten and beaten hard by Randy Orton. 1673 01:28:23,498 --> 01:28:25,667 Dropped face-first on the announce table. 1674 01:28:25,733 --> 01:28:28,870 Rey Mysterio cannot be anywhere near 100% tonight. 1675 01:28:28,936 --> 01:28:31,773 And The Miz, The Miz, of course, has been injured as well. 1676 01:28:31,839 --> 01:28:33,941 This is a semifinal matchup. 1677 01:28:34,008 --> 01:28:37,178 The winner of this match will advance to the finals 1678 01:28:37,245 --> 01:28:40,348 of the World Cup Tournament to determine the best in the world. 1679 01:28:40,415 --> 01:28:42,216 [Corey] Do you know what that means? 1680 01:28:42,283 --> 01:28:46,421 It just dawned on me that one of these two men is gonna go to the finals. 1681 01:28:46,487 --> 01:28:51,159 And if by some chance The Miz doesn't win or Rey Mysterio doesn't win, 1682 01:28:51,225 --> 01:28:53,327 they're gonna be fired from SmackDown LIVE. 1683 01:28:53,394 --> 01:28:58,166 Shane McMahon said there will be no home for the SmackDown competitor in the finals 1684 01:28:58,232 --> 01:29:00,168 if he loses on SmackDown. 1685 01:29:00,234 --> 01:29:03,037 And here we go, Mysterio, Miz, semifinal matchup. 1686 01:29:03,805 --> 01:29:06,007 And for Rey Mysterio, again, quicken the pace 1687 01:29:06,074 --> 01:29:07,709 and perhaps put Miz away early. 1688 01:29:09,477 --> 01:29:13,648 [Corey] It remains to be seen how well, how capable Rey is to keep that pace up… 1689 01:29:13,715 --> 01:29:16,351 [Cole] Went for the kick. Miz rolls him up, trying to win one here. 1690 01:29:16,417 --> 01:29:18,786 -Almost had him. -…after the beating suffered 1691 01:29:18,853 --> 01:29:19,954 at the hands of Orton. 1692 01:29:20,021 --> 01:29:22,690 [Cole] Mysterio, again, looking for the quick victory. 1693 01:29:22,757 --> 01:29:24,525 Miz up over the top, sunset flip. 1694 01:29:24,592 --> 01:29:27,261 Mysterio rolled through. And a knee right to the face. 1695 01:29:27,328 --> 01:29:30,665 So now, to go along with the bad throat, he might have a broken jaw. 1696 01:29:30,732 --> 01:29:32,767 Cover by Rey. Kick-out by Miz. 1697 01:29:32,834 --> 01:29:35,403 [Corey] Cole, I remember once upon a time you were a big Miz fan. 1698 01:29:35,470 --> 01:29:36,871 Now you seem to be happy. 1699 01:29:36,938 --> 01:29:40,441 You're gleeful that the moneymaker is being damaged by Mysterio. 1700 01:29:40,508 --> 01:29:44,212 You can't stay listening to him anymore, Corey, that's what it is. 1701 01:29:44,278 --> 01:29:46,380 Miz has accomplished so much in his career. 1702 01:29:46,447 --> 01:29:49,884 There's no doubt he's a Superstar. Everything he does turns to gold. 1703 01:29:49,951 --> 01:29:52,453 -[Corey] Oh, God! -It's tough to listen to the guy. 1704 01:29:52,520 --> 01:29:53,654 -[Corey] Whoa! -Uh-uh. 1705 01:29:53,721 --> 01:29:55,690 That was pretty outrageous athleticism. 1706 01:29:56,624 --> 01:29:59,761 [Renee] Rey Mysterio lands on his feet. Nine lives. 1707 01:29:59,827 --> 01:30:02,029 [Cole] Ooh! And Mysterio right to the face. 1708 01:30:05,967 --> 01:30:07,168 And now Rey. 1709 01:30:07,235 --> 01:30:08,236 [all exclaiming] 1710 01:30:08,302 --> 01:30:10,071 Talk about unique offense. 1711 01:30:10,772 --> 01:30:12,273 [Corey] After all these years, 1712 01:30:12,340 --> 01:30:15,543 Mysterio still with the ability to innovate. 1713 01:30:15,610 --> 01:30:16,611 Second to none. 1714 01:30:17,378 --> 01:30:19,113 [Cole] Rey Mysterio landed hard. 1715 01:30:19,180 --> 01:30:21,282 [Corey] I think it was almost instinctive. 1716 01:30:21,349 --> 01:30:25,453 Rey delivered this maneuver not thinking about the damage that he suffered earlier… 1717 01:30:25,520 --> 01:30:28,089 -[Cole] That ribs! -…in the attack from Randy Orton. 1718 01:30:28,156 --> 01:30:30,425 [Cole] Yeah, to your point, he was face-first, 1719 01:30:30,491 --> 01:30:33,294 ribs-first onto the announce table at the hands of Orton. 1720 01:30:34,362 --> 01:30:36,464 And now Mysterio trying to shake it off. 1721 01:30:36,531 --> 01:30:38,065 But it is clear Rey is hurt. 1722 01:30:38,132 --> 01:30:41,369 [Corey] And in the moments that Rey is attempting to shake it off, 1723 01:30:41,436 --> 01:30:44,105 Miz has also been able to get back to a vertical base. 1724 01:30:44,172 --> 01:30:46,707 [Renee] Rey says he's not out here to make excuses. 1725 01:30:46,774 --> 01:30:48,476 [Corey] It's valiant that Rey is competing, 1726 01:30:48,543 --> 01:30:50,978 especially at this high level to become the best in the world. 1727 01:30:51,045 --> 01:30:52,880 That's what this tournament means. 1728 01:30:52,947 --> 01:30:56,851 Rey doesn't have the legacy that he does by taking days off because he's sore. 1729 01:30:56,918 --> 01:30:58,920 I'm just saying, he's no A-Lister. 1730 01:30:58,986 --> 01:31:03,257 [crowd] …four, five, six, seven, eight, nine… 1731 01:31:08,996 --> 01:31:10,298 [Cole] Rey Mysterio. 1732 01:31:10,965 --> 01:31:12,266 If he could win this match 1733 01:31:12,333 --> 01:31:15,036 and have an opportunity to be called best in the world, 1734 01:31:15,102 --> 01:31:18,005 that really would be like the top of his resume. 1735 01:31:18,072 --> 01:31:19,106 [Corey] Oh, man! 1736 01:31:19,674 --> 01:31:21,676 -Face-first! -[Cole] That did not happen. 1737 01:31:21,742 --> 01:31:23,945 [Corey] What great awareness by The Miz. 1738 01:31:24,011 --> 01:31:27,882 Using Mysterio's own momentum against him, and just planted Rey. 1739 01:31:27,949 --> 01:31:30,852 [Renee] I think your boy got a tooth knocked loose, Graves. 1740 01:31:30,918 --> 01:31:32,787 [Corey] You know how much those cost? 1741 01:31:33,554 --> 01:31:37,058 Face-first, right to the injured rib cage. 1742 01:31:38,292 --> 01:31:41,629 I mean, hypothetically, to replace. Miz has perfectly natural teeth. 1743 01:31:41,696 --> 01:31:44,265 -But should he wanna replace them? -They're natural? 1744 01:31:44,332 --> 01:31:45,333 Absolutely. 1745 01:31:45,399 --> 01:31:48,369 [Cole] He had a few knocked out a year or two ago, remember? 1746 01:31:48,436 --> 01:31:50,505 [Corey] You and your revisionist history. 1747 01:31:50,571 --> 01:31:53,708 [Cole] Miz continuing to work on the midsection of Rey Mysterio. 1748 01:31:53,774 --> 01:31:56,611 And this is great strategy by The Miz. 1749 01:31:56,677 --> 01:31:58,479 Burying shoulders into the rib cage. 1750 01:32:01,215 --> 01:32:04,118 [Renee] Again, though, we need to worry about the tactics of The Miz. 1751 01:32:04,185 --> 01:32:06,687 What lengths will he go to make it to the finals? 1752 01:32:06,754 --> 01:32:07,755 [Cole] Any length. 1753 01:32:07,822 --> 01:32:08,823 We know that. 1754 01:32:08,890 --> 01:32:10,658 Here's the cover by Miz. 1755 01:32:10,725 --> 01:32:13,094 Hooks the leg. Mysterio kicks out at two. 1756 01:32:17,365 --> 01:32:21,736 [Corey] Miz now looking for the modified bow and arrow submission here. 1757 01:32:23,271 --> 01:32:24,739 Up goes Mysterio. 1758 01:32:26,007 --> 01:32:29,911 [Cole] Miz is not known for submissions with the exception of the Figure-Four. 1759 01:32:30,778 --> 01:32:34,482 [Corey] It's because Miz hasn't really needed to use his submission skills. 1760 01:32:35,182 --> 01:32:37,985 The guy's got black belts in martial arts you didn't even know existed. 1761 01:32:38,052 --> 01:32:40,321 [Cole] Mysterio cover! Almost stole one there! 1762 01:32:40,388 --> 01:32:43,157 -[Corey] Remember Miz-jitsu? -Wait, Miz is a black belt? 1763 01:32:45,559 --> 01:32:48,629 [Renee] Did he train with the brother of Napoleon Dynamite? 1764 01:32:48,696 --> 01:32:50,631 [Cole] Right to the midsection again. 1765 01:32:50,698 --> 01:32:53,100 And Mysterio is in deep, deep trouble. 1766 01:32:53,167 --> 01:32:54,635 The official checking on Rey. 1767 01:32:55,202 --> 01:32:57,572 [Corey] Rex Kwon Do, as a matter of fact, Renee. 1768 01:32:57,638 --> 01:32:59,206 [Cole] That is what it's about. 1769 01:32:59,273 --> 01:33:02,310 The World Cup to determine the best in the world. 1770 01:33:02,376 --> 01:33:05,179 One of these two men will advance to the finals. 1771 01:33:05,246 --> 01:33:08,950 The semifinals from Monday Night RAW coming up next. 1772 01:33:09,016 --> 01:33:11,152 Seth Rollins versus Dolph Ziggler. 1773 01:33:13,454 --> 01:33:15,289 [groans] 1774 01:33:17,525 --> 01:33:20,561 [Corey] Could you imagine how proud Miz and Maryse would be 1775 01:33:20,628 --> 01:33:25,099 to display the World Cup trophy in Monroe's room, right beside her crib? 1776 01:33:25,166 --> 01:33:28,169 [Renee] Listen, that wouldn't just go right in Monroe's room. 1777 01:33:28,235 --> 01:33:30,571 They would have an entire parade in Austin. 1778 01:33:30,638 --> 01:33:33,774 [Corey] There would certainly be an entire episode of Miz & Mrs. 1779 01:33:33,841 --> 01:33:35,409 dedicated simply to the trophy. 1780 01:33:35,476 --> 01:33:37,979 [Renee] Cole could go out and line dance with them. 1781 01:33:40,715 --> 01:33:44,285 [Corey] I think Cole line dancing is equivalent to raining on a parade. 1782 01:33:44,352 --> 01:33:45,419 [Cole] Look it again. 1783 01:33:45,486 --> 01:33:46,621 Miz, great strategy. 1784 01:33:46,687 --> 01:33:49,390 Continuing to work on the midsection. 1785 01:33:49,457 --> 01:33:51,058 The rib cage of Rey Mysterio. 1786 01:33:51,125 --> 01:33:52,893 [Corey] Are you honestly surprised? 1787 01:33:52,960 --> 01:33:54,629 We're talking about The Miz here. 1788 01:33:54,695 --> 01:33:55,830 Miz is a strategist. 1789 01:33:55,896 --> 01:33:59,000 He knows exactly what he's gonna do before he gets in the ring. 1790 01:33:59,066 --> 01:34:01,902 -[Renee] What's in your water bottle? -[Cole] Look at Rey fighting back. 1791 01:34:01,969 --> 01:34:05,039 And, Corey, I'm not debating the in-ring presence of Miz. 1792 01:34:06,173 --> 01:34:07,174 Great competitor. 1793 01:34:09,643 --> 01:34:10,644 [Corey] Uh-oh. 1794 01:34:10,711 --> 01:34:12,813 [Cole] Oh, again, landed hard on the ribs. 1795 01:34:12,880 --> 01:34:14,348 And that could be it for Rey. 1796 01:34:14,915 --> 01:34:17,652 Miz will take a countout victory, I'll tell you that. 1797 01:34:17,718 --> 01:34:19,320 [Corey] Nothing wrong with that. 1798 01:34:19,387 --> 01:34:21,188 That's why countout victories occur. 1799 01:34:21,255 --> 01:34:22,256 Why they exist. 1800 01:34:22,323 --> 01:34:24,291 -Look at this. -[Cole] Watch the impact! 1801 01:34:24,358 --> 01:34:25,960 [Corey] Mysterio almost bounced. 1802 01:34:27,028 --> 01:34:29,630 Look at this. Miz doesn't wanna take a cheap victory. 1803 01:34:29,697 --> 01:34:32,700 -Miz is a proud competitor. -[Renee] All he wants is respect. 1804 01:34:32,767 --> 01:34:36,404 That's all he keeps saying about every single interview I ever see Miz do. 1805 01:34:36,470 --> 01:34:37,571 [Cole] Into the apron. 1806 01:34:38,939 --> 01:34:42,309 I mean, he's accomplished enough in his career to have that respect. 1807 01:34:42,376 --> 01:34:44,045 Oh, and again into the barricade. 1808 01:34:44,111 --> 01:34:47,415 [Renee] I agree wholeheartedly. It's him with the Napoleon complex. 1809 01:34:49,517 --> 01:34:51,018 [Cole] Mysterio into the ring. 1810 01:34:51,085 --> 01:34:54,555 Miz looking to put it away and advance to the finals of the World Cup. 1811 01:34:54,622 --> 01:34:56,323 -A kick-out by Rey. -[Corey] Listen, Renee. 1812 01:34:56,390 --> 01:34:59,026 Rey Mysterio is one of the most celebrated Superstars of all time. 1813 01:34:59,093 --> 01:35:00,895 There's no need to start making accusations. 1814 01:35:00,961 --> 01:35:04,098 [Renee] I wasn't saying that about Rey. I was talking about Miz. 1815 01:35:04,965 --> 01:35:06,767 [groans] 1816 01:35:06,834 --> 01:35:08,803 [Cole] Listen to Rey. You can hear him. 1817 01:35:08,869 --> 01:35:11,138 Just screaming in agony. 1818 01:35:11,205 --> 01:35:13,574 The abdominal stretch now by The Miz. 1819 01:35:13,641 --> 01:35:15,342 Elbow right into the midsection. 1820 01:35:15,409 --> 01:35:18,879 [Corey] Miz is grinding his elbow into the abdomen of Mysterio. 1821 01:35:20,114 --> 01:35:23,651 Rey's having a terribly difficult time breathing right now. 1822 01:35:27,588 --> 01:35:31,125 Twelve to six elbows, and now a claw from The Miz. 1823 01:35:31,192 --> 01:35:33,661 This has gotta be agonizing for the luchador. 1824 01:35:33,728 --> 01:35:36,897 [Renee] Miz is having fun just torturing Mysterio. 1825 01:35:36,964 --> 01:35:41,302 [Cole] It's just gotta be a matter of time before Rey Mysterio can't go any longer. 1826 01:35:42,670 --> 01:35:44,638 You've gotta give Mysterio credit here. 1827 01:35:45,206 --> 01:35:46,907 It's been a valiant effort so far, 1828 01:35:46,974 --> 01:35:49,276 but the assault by Randy Orton earlier tonight 1829 01:35:49,343 --> 01:35:52,980 and now the damage by The Miz may have done Rey Mysterio in. 1830 01:35:53,047 --> 01:35:55,983 However, Rey showing some signs of life. 1831 01:35:56,050 --> 01:35:58,519 [Corey] Miz caught it, though, into a pump handle. 1832 01:36:00,788 --> 01:36:03,023 [Cole] Mysterio turns it into a DDT! 1833 01:36:03,758 --> 01:36:08,129 [Corey] The ever-resourceful Rey Mysterio buys himself a few extra moments. 1834 01:36:08,195 --> 01:36:10,898 Keeps himself in this battle and this tournament. 1835 01:36:12,566 --> 01:36:15,269 Rey realizes it's win or go home. 1836 01:36:17,304 --> 01:36:18,606 Take another look at this. 1837 01:36:18,672 --> 01:36:22,576 Miz is enjoying his work, maybe a little too much. 1838 01:36:22,643 --> 01:36:24,145 And Mysterio capitalized. 1839 01:36:24,211 --> 01:36:26,514 [Renee] I think Miz saw himself up on the Tron, 1840 01:36:26,580 --> 01:36:28,149 got distracted by his own face. 1841 01:36:28,215 --> 01:36:31,852 [Cole] And for Rey Mysterio, this could be the crucial part of this match. 1842 01:36:31,919 --> 01:36:35,890 It may be his last opportunity to rally here with Miz down. 1843 01:36:40,127 --> 01:36:43,631 [Corey] Rey slowly making his way back to a vertical base. 1844 01:36:43,697 --> 01:36:46,233 Miz still looks like he's got cobwebs. 1845 01:36:48,936 --> 01:36:50,204 Ooh, what a left hand. 1846 01:36:50,271 --> 01:36:52,840 [Cole] But look at Rey fighting back with the right. 1847 01:36:52,907 --> 01:36:53,908 [crowd booing] 1848 01:36:54,808 --> 01:36:55,910 [crowd cheering] 1849 01:36:56,811 --> 01:36:57,878 [crowd booing] 1850 01:36:58,979 --> 01:37:00,981 [crowd cheering] 1851 01:37:03,417 --> 01:37:07,054 Both men exchanging blows, center of the ring. 1852 01:37:07,121 --> 01:37:09,523 Rey Mysterio, though, getting the upper hand. 1853 01:37:09,590 --> 01:37:10,991 Some right hands to The Miz. 1854 01:37:11,892 --> 01:37:12,893 Mysterio. 1855 01:37:13,761 --> 01:37:15,996 -Crossbody, lateral press. -[crowd cheering] 1856 01:37:16,063 --> 01:37:17,064 Is it enough to win? 1857 01:37:17,131 --> 01:37:18,699 Almost had him. Miz kicked out. 1858 01:37:22,336 --> 01:37:25,739 [Corey] This is what Miz could ill afford to find himself in. 1859 01:37:25,806 --> 01:37:28,809 This situation like this where Rey could pick up the pace. 1860 01:37:29,977 --> 01:37:32,580 [Cole] Mysterio sends Miz flying. 1861 01:37:39,553 --> 01:37:42,957 [Corey] Still not entirely sure where Miz… if he knows where he's at. 1862 01:37:47,795 --> 01:37:51,165 [Cole] Oh, Miz sent into the second turnbuckle. 1863 01:37:56,804 --> 01:37:58,239 Shoulder to the midsection. 1864 01:37:58,305 --> 01:37:59,907 Here comes Mysterio. 1865 01:37:59,974 --> 01:38:01,442 Miz is in position. 1866 01:38:01,508 --> 01:38:04,278 [Renee] Here we go. This is what everybody shows up for. 1867 01:38:06,347 --> 01:38:08,182 [Cole] Looking for the 619. 1868 01:38:09,383 --> 01:38:10,751 And Miz again! 1869 01:38:10,818 --> 01:38:12,219 Mysterio into the corner. 1870 01:38:12,286 --> 01:38:16,290 And Miz now has him in position for the Skull-Crushing Finale. 1871 01:38:16,357 --> 01:38:19,026 The cover by The Miz to advance. 1872 01:38:19,093 --> 01:38:21,195 And Mysterio gets the shoulder up. 1873 01:38:24,131 --> 01:38:26,267 [Corey] I can't believe what I just saw. 1874 01:38:27,167 --> 01:38:29,403 It's nothing short of miraculous. 1875 01:38:29,470 --> 01:38:34,508 The fact that Mysterio was able to survive this combination by The Miz. 1876 01:38:34,575 --> 01:38:37,945 First, being launched face-first into the top turnbuckle, 1877 01:38:38,012 --> 01:38:40,281 and then… the Finale. 1878 01:38:40,915 --> 01:38:43,484 The Skull-Crushing Finale. 1879 01:38:43,550 --> 01:38:45,819 And somehow, Rey fights on. 1880 01:38:45,886 --> 01:38:49,023 [Renee] Wasn't quite enough to roll the credits on Rey Mysterio, 1881 01:38:49,089 --> 01:38:50,891 as Miz said he was gonna do tonight. 1882 01:38:52,860 --> 01:38:55,129 [Cole] There's a reason Rey Mysterio is called 1883 01:38:55,195 --> 01:38:58,499 The Biggest Little Man in the history of WWE. 1884 01:38:58,565 --> 01:39:02,036 The guts and the heart and the resilience of Mysterio. 1885 01:39:02,102 --> 01:39:03,304 [Corey chuckles] 1886 01:39:09,576 --> 01:39:12,746 [Corey] The world famous "It" Kicks. 1887 01:39:17,518 --> 01:39:18,519 Here we go. 1888 01:39:19,153 --> 01:39:20,854 [Cole] Mysterio ducked underneath. 1889 01:39:21,722 --> 01:39:24,525 [Corey] It's the same pinning combination that got Orton. 1890 01:39:24,591 --> 01:39:26,060 [Cole] And he's got him here! 1891 01:39:26,126 --> 01:39:27,428 Almost had him again! 1892 01:39:27,494 --> 01:39:29,630 Almost another big win by Mysterio. 1893 01:39:29,697 --> 01:39:31,332 -[Renee] Oh! -[crowd cheering] 1894 01:39:33,834 --> 01:39:35,035 [Cole] Here we go. 1895 01:39:35,102 --> 01:39:37,304 619! 1896 01:39:37,371 --> 01:39:38,372 [Renee] Beautiful. 1897 01:39:43,444 --> 01:39:45,145 [Corey] Rey looking to capitalize. 1898 01:39:45,212 --> 01:39:48,315 Seal the deal and make his way to the finals. 1899 01:39:49,450 --> 01:39:50,451 From the top! 1900 01:39:50,517 --> 01:39:53,087 [Cole] Oh, and Miz got the knees up to the bad ribs. 1901 01:39:53,153 --> 01:39:55,022 And he wraps up the legs of Mysterio. 1902 01:39:55,089 --> 01:39:56,657 -And Miz advances. -[bell dings] 1903 01:39:56,724 --> 01:39:58,325 ♪ I came to play… ♪ 1904 01:39:58,392 --> 01:40:02,429 [Greg] Here is your winner, The Miz! 1905 01:40:03,063 --> 01:40:07,067 [Corey] And the finals of the World Cup Tournament 1906 01:40:07,134 --> 01:40:09,803 just became must-see. 1907 01:40:09,870 --> 01:40:13,107 [Renee] This is the man who, everything he touches, turns to gold. 1908 01:40:13,173 --> 01:40:16,577 And his career is on the exact same path tonight. 1909 01:40:18,045 --> 01:40:21,548 [Cole] The Miz took advantage of an earlier attack by Randy Orton 1910 01:40:21,615 --> 01:40:25,586 and injured ribs by Rey Mysterio to beat Mysterio tonight 1911 01:40:25,652 --> 01:40:29,156 and move into the finals of the World Cup Tournament 1912 01:40:29,223 --> 01:40:30,958 to determine the best in the world. 1913 01:40:31,592 --> 01:40:35,362 [Corey] It looked like Rey Mysterio was gonna seal the deal right here. 1914 01:40:35,429 --> 01:40:37,831 619 connects. 1915 01:40:37,898 --> 01:40:39,099 Rey would take his time. 1916 01:40:39,166 --> 01:40:40,367 Headed to the top rope. 1917 01:40:40,434 --> 01:40:41,468 Favoring the ribs. 1918 01:40:42,503 --> 01:40:47,641 And at the end of it all, Miz with great situational awareness. 1919 01:40:48,742 --> 01:40:51,879 Exploiting the injuries Randy Orton caused. 1920 01:40:51,945 --> 01:40:53,280 And Miz continued. 1921 01:40:54,314 --> 01:40:57,785 But as Miz advances to the finals, now the pressure is on. 1922 01:40:57,851 --> 01:41:02,122 He is going to face either Seth Rollins or Dolph Ziggler. 1923 01:41:02,189 --> 01:41:03,857 That semifinal match is next. 1924 01:41:03,924 --> 01:41:07,294 But remember, Corey, it is a must-win for The Miz. 1925 01:41:07,361 --> 01:41:09,163 Because if he doesn't win, 1926 01:41:09,229 --> 01:41:12,332 SmackDown Commissioner Shane McMahon said there will be no home 1927 01:41:12,399 --> 01:41:13,834 for Miz to come home to. 1928 01:41:13,901 --> 01:41:15,803 Miz will be fired from SmackDown LIVE. 1929 01:41:15,869 --> 01:41:19,373 [Corey] Listen, it's the commissioner's prerogative to change his mind. 1930 01:41:19,440 --> 01:41:21,041 He can adjust the rules in time. 1931 01:41:21,108 --> 01:41:23,277 You don't wanna let an A-Lister like The Miz 1932 01:41:23,343 --> 01:41:25,312 leave SmackDown under any circumstance. 1933 01:41:25,379 --> 01:41:27,481 As a matter of fact, don't worry about it. 1934 01:41:27,548 --> 01:41:28,949 Miz is gonna win. I know it. 1935 01:41:29,716 --> 01:41:31,585 [Cole] Let's head up to Byron Saxton. 1936 01:41:31,652 --> 01:41:33,954 Standing by with one of our next semifinalists. 1937 01:41:37,458 --> 01:41:40,160 Seth, you overcame Lashley in the first round. 1938 01:41:40,227 --> 01:41:43,730 How do you deal with the divergent styles of going from Lashley 1939 01:41:43,797 --> 01:41:45,732 to now facing Dolph Ziggler? 1940 01:41:46,500 --> 01:41:47,501 You know, Saxton, 1941 01:41:47,568 --> 01:41:51,004 they wouldn't call the winner of this tournament the best in the world 1942 01:41:51,071 --> 01:41:52,072 if it was easy. 1943 01:41:52,139 --> 01:41:54,808 It's not meant to be easy. I don't want it to be easy. 1944 01:41:54,875 --> 01:41:56,543 And everybody in this semifinal, 1945 01:41:56,610 --> 01:41:58,979 they're all facing some adversity, including me. 1946 01:41:59,680 --> 01:42:04,218 Luckily for me, I do my best work, and the odds are stacked against me. 1947 01:42:04,284 --> 01:42:05,652 My back's against the wall. 1948 01:42:09,723 --> 01:42:10,924 [bell dings] 1949 01:42:10,991 --> 01:42:17,297 [Greg] The following is a semifinal match in the WWE World Cup Tournament. 1950 01:42:17,998 --> 01:42:20,000 [Seth's theme song plays] 1951 01:42:28,275 --> 01:42:31,044 ♪ Burn it down… ♪ 1952 01:42:32,412 --> 01:42:36,884 Introducing first, from Davenport, Iowa, weighing in at 217 pounds, 1953 01:42:37,818 --> 01:42:43,457 he is a RAW Tag Team Champion and the Intercontinental Champion, 1954 01:42:43,524 --> 01:42:45,092 Seth Rollins! 1955 01:42:45,159 --> 01:42:48,695 [Cole] Renee, the question is, how is Seth? He was dominated by Lashley. 1956 01:42:48,762 --> 01:42:50,631 You gotta worry about his lower back. 1957 01:42:50,697 --> 01:42:53,333 You can see that Bobby Lashley was working on that the entire time. 1958 01:42:53,400 --> 01:42:54,868 But, as we said earlier, 1959 01:42:54,935 --> 01:42:57,304 if you give Seth Rollins an inch, he's gonna close in on it. 1960 01:42:57,371 --> 01:42:59,706 We can see him moving on to the finals. 1961 01:43:01,708 --> 01:43:05,712 [Corey] There's no shortage of history between Seth Rollins and his opponent now. 1962 01:43:05,779 --> 01:43:08,448 Dolph Ziggler traded the Intercontinental Championship 1963 01:43:08,515 --> 01:43:10,284 back and forth. 1964 01:43:10,350 --> 01:43:12,653 It was actually Dolph Ziggler and Drew McIntyre 1965 01:43:12,719 --> 01:43:16,723 who set the Dean Ambrose beat to become RAW Tag Team Champions as well. 1966 01:43:16,790 --> 01:43:19,793 [Renee] Definitely had a lot of time to stake each other out. 1967 01:43:19,860 --> 01:43:23,564 But now, to be named the best in the world by the end of the night, 1968 01:43:23,630 --> 01:43:27,568 that's huge for both of these Superstars who grew up wanting to be the pinnacle, 1969 01:43:27,634 --> 01:43:29,269 the very top of this business. 1970 01:43:29,336 --> 01:43:31,238 And now their opportunity is tonight. 1971 01:43:31,305 --> 01:43:33,473 [Corey] Familiarity breeds contempt. 1972 01:43:33,540 --> 01:43:35,542 Both men very familiar with one another. 1973 01:43:35,609 --> 01:43:39,446 I can assure you, Seth Rollins is gonna be looking to exploit the ankle injury 1974 01:43:39,513 --> 01:43:42,349 Dolph Ziggler suffered earlier at the hands of Kurt Angle. 1975 01:43:42,416 --> 01:43:43,617 ♪ I'm here to show the world ♪ 1976 01:43:43,684 --> 01:43:45,185 ♪ I'm here to show the world ♪ 1977 01:43:45,252 --> 01:43:46,653 ♪ Come on ♪ 1978 01:43:46,720 --> 01:43:48,789 ♪ Bring it on… ♪ 1979 01:43:48,855 --> 01:43:52,092 [Greg] And his opponent, accompanied by Drew McIntyre, 1980 01:43:52,159 --> 01:43:57,297 residing in Hollywood, Florida, weighing in at 218 pounds, 1981 01:43:57,364 --> 01:44:00,167 Dolph Ziggler! 1982 01:44:00,233 --> 01:44:03,470 [Cole] If you're Seth Rollins, you've gotta be put off by the fact 1983 01:44:03,537 --> 01:44:07,007 that Drew McIntyre's coming to the ring again here with Dolph Ziggler. 1984 01:44:07,074 --> 01:44:09,710 Remember, Corey, back over the summer, 1985 01:44:09,776 --> 01:44:13,380 one of the great rivalries in recent memory here at WWE, 1986 01:44:13,447 --> 01:44:16,483 Dolph and Seth Rollins over the Intercontinental Championship, 1987 01:44:16,550 --> 01:44:19,519 the classic Iron Man Match from this summer. 1988 01:44:19,586 --> 01:44:21,955 Ziggler winning, thanks to Drew McIntyre. 1989 01:44:22,022 --> 01:44:25,525 [Corey] Drew McIntyre has always been the X factor, but Seth Rollins, 1990 01:44:25,592 --> 01:44:31,331 by this point in time, is very, very aware of the danger McIntyre poses. 1991 01:44:31,398 --> 01:44:34,701 This, in my opinion, is gonna be a pure athletic contest 1992 01:44:34,768 --> 01:44:38,605 because both Ziggler and Rollins have egos. 1993 01:44:38,672 --> 01:44:42,376 They both want to earn the right to be called best in the world, 1994 01:44:42,442 --> 01:44:43,443 no questions asked. 1995 01:44:43,510 --> 01:44:45,178 [Cole] Renee, from what I'm told, 1996 01:44:45,245 --> 01:44:47,881 Dolph actually wanted this matchup in the semifinals 1997 01:44:47,948 --> 01:44:50,884 because he believes Seth Rollins is wearing the championship 1998 01:44:50,951 --> 01:44:52,853 that belongs to him, the Intercontinental Title. 1999 01:44:52,919 --> 01:44:53,920 I don't doubt that. 2000 01:44:53,987 --> 01:44:56,623 We have consistently talked about the Intercontinental Championship 2001 01:44:56,690 --> 01:44:58,058 being brought into prominence, 2002 01:44:58,125 --> 01:45:01,328 to have the accolade of having the Intercontinental Championship, 2003 01:45:01,395 --> 01:45:03,897 and Dolph Ziggler's been one of the main Superstars 2004 01:45:03,964 --> 01:45:06,066 to elevate the status of that championship. 2005 01:45:06,133 --> 01:45:08,535 And he wants to take that back from Seth Rollins. 2006 01:45:08,602 --> 01:45:10,370 -Gotta get through him tonight. -[bell dings] 2007 01:45:10,437 --> 01:45:12,839 [Cole] The winner of this match will face The Miz 2008 01:45:12,906 --> 01:45:16,710 in the finals of the World Cup Tournament to determine the best in the world. 2009 01:45:16,777 --> 01:45:18,011 Will it be Rollins? 2010 01:45:18,078 --> 01:45:20,614 Will it be Ziggler to represent Monday Night RAW? 2011 01:45:20,681 --> 01:45:21,915 We are underway. 2012 01:45:21,982 --> 01:45:24,518 These two Superstars know each other so well. 2013 01:45:24,584 --> 01:45:28,355 [Renee] You gotta worry about, of course, having Drew McIntyre at ringside. 2014 01:45:30,324 --> 01:45:33,660 [Corey] This is where a Superstar really gets to test their mettle, 2015 01:45:33,727 --> 01:45:35,028 show what they're made of. 2016 01:45:35,095 --> 01:45:36,596 This is now the second time 2017 01:45:36,663 --> 01:45:39,032 both of these competitors have competed tonight. 2018 01:45:39,900 --> 01:45:42,469 Both had grueling first-round matches. 2019 01:45:42,536 --> 01:45:45,072 Not to mention the travel involved this week. 2020 01:45:45,138 --> 01:45:48,608 The inability to train as they would normally do. 2021 01:45:48,675 --> 01:45:52,145 This is really where you find out who's elite and who's not. 2022 01:45:52,212 --> 01:45:55,649 [Renee] Dolph Ziggler's always so proud of how many days consecutively 2023 01:45:55,716 --> 01:45:57,284 he's been on the road with WWE. 2024 01:45:57,351 --> 01:46:00,554 He's been here for about 12 years, no real injuries, no time off. 2025 01:46:00,620 --> 01:46:02,789 [Corey] Seth Rollins looking for the ankle early on. 2026 01:46:02,856 --> 01:46:04,024 Sorry to interrupt you. 2027 01:46:04,091 --> 01:46:05,358 [Renee] No, but to that point, 2028 01:46:05,425 --> 01:46:09,196 if you're able to focus in on this ankle and take Dolph Ziggler out early, 2029 01:46:09,262 --> 01:46:10,530 this could be it for him. 2030 01:46:10,597 --> 01:46:13,734 [Cole] Yeah, the damage that Kurt Angle did to Dolph Ziggler earlier tonight 2031 01:46:13,800 --> 01:46:14,868 with the Ankle Lock. 2032 01:46:16,069 --> 01:46:19,573 Rollins, of course, lower back issues because of Lashley. 2033 01:46:20,374 --> 01:46:21,641 [Corey] Not to mention the neck 2034 01:46:21,708 --> 01:46:23,610 that has troubled Rollins throughout his career. 2035 01:46:23,677 --> 01:46:26,613 I assure you, Dolph Ziggler probably took a few minutes, 2036 01:46:26,680 --> 01:46:29,449 got that ankle heavily taped between matches. 2037 01:46:29,516 --> 01:46:32,085 You can't tape your neck if you're Seth Rollins 2038 01:46:32,152 --> 01:46:34,287 and Dolph wasting no time exploiting it. 2039 01:46:34,354 --> 01:46:38,558 [Cole] And the thing about this is Miz has been fairly unscathed so far 2040 01:46:38,625 --> 01:46:40,127 in his first two matchups. 2041 01:46:40,193 --> 01:46:42,662 He could be close to 100% heading into the finals. 2042 01:46:42,729 --> 01:46:46,133 [Renee] He does have that very bad sore throat, though, Cole. 2043 01:46:46,199 --> 01:46:48,535 [Corey] Thank God someone showed some sympathy around here. 2044 01:46:48,602 --> 01:46:50,404 Thank you, Renee. I appreciate that. 2045 01:46:52,172 --> 01:46:53,540 Ask him. 2046 01:46:53,607 --> 01:46:56,543 Ziggler now just doing his best to wear down Rollins, 2047 01:46:56,610 --> 01:47:01,982 to expend minimal energy while inflicting maximum punishment. 2048 01:47:05,786 --> 01:47:08,155 A sold-out crowd here at Crown Jewel, 2049 01:47:08,755 --> 01:47:11,625 anxiously awaiting to find out who will meet The Miz 2050 01:47:11,691 --> 01:47:16,596 in the finals of the WWE World Cup to determine the best in the world. 2051 01:47:16,663 --> 01:47:19,332 [Renee] You've gotta imagine that Dolph Ziggler's on cloud nine now, 2052 01:47:19,399 --> 01:47:22,235 having already had a victory over Kurt Angle. 2053 01:47:23,136 --> 01:47:26,039 [Corey] Definitely had to be a good confidence boost. 2054 01:47:26,106 --> 01:47:30,177 You've always gotta focus on the injury if you're Seth Rollins. 2055 01:47:30,243 --> 01:47:32,012 [Cole] Leapfrog by Rollins, caught! 2056 01:47:33,213 --> 01:47:34,414 Ziggler got caught! 2057 01:47:35,348 --> 01:47:37,784 And Seth now slamming Ziggler to the mat! 2058 01:47:37,851 --> 01:47:38,852 Reaching back… 2059 01:47:38,919 --> 01:47:42,122 Yeah, the back of the neck damaged by Lashley earlier on as well. 2060 01:47:42,189 --> 01:47:43,757 Ziggler sent over the top rope. 2061 01:47:47,394 --> 01:47:49,863 [Corey] Rollins thinking about taking a risk 2062 01:47:49,930 --> 01:47:52,632 but thinking a little more calculated at this point. 2063 01:47:52,699 --> 01:47:55,969 [Cole] I think his neck is bothering him, as is Ziggler's ankle. 2064 01:47:56,036 --> 01:47:59,139 You saw Dolph reach for the ankle when he came out of the ring. 2065 01:47:59,806 --> 01:48:02,676 McIntyre barking at Rollins outside. 2066 01:48:02,742 --> 01:48:05,011 Ziggler driven into the barricade. 2067 01:48:08,415 --> 01:48:09,416 [Corey chuckles] 2068 01:48:11,952 --> 01:48:15,956 And how important it is for Seth Rollins to win the opportunity. 2069 01:48:16,022 --> 01:48:18,391 -[Corey] Uh-oh, uh-oh, wait a minute. -McIntyre. 2070 01:48:21,528 --> 01:48:23,263 What you gonna do, big man? 2071 01:48:23,330 --> 01:48:24,731 Hit me. I dare you. 2072 01:48:24,798 --> 01:48:26,566 Get your little buddy DQ. 2073 01:48:26,633 --> 01:48:28,435 Come on, hit me, Drew. 2074 01:48:28,501 --> 01:48:29,970 Come on, Drew, hit me. 2075 01:48:30,036 --> 01:48:31,404 I dare you, huh? 2076 01:48:31,471 --> 01:48:32,606 I dare you. 2077 01:48:32,672 --> 01:48:33,673 Stay out of this. 2078 01:48:35,308 --> 01:48:37,777 [Corey] Seth Rollins fully aware of the situation. 2079 01:48:37,844 --> 01:48:41,081 -If Dolph gets disqualified… -[Cole] Ziggler took advantage. 2080 01:48:41,147 --> 01:48:43,383 Is this enough to advance to the finals? 2081 01:48:43,950 --> 01:48:47,854 Rollins able to kick-out at two, but again, the neck, the neck. 2082 01:48:47,921 --> 01:48:49,389 Turn it up and make him pay. 2083 01:48:49,456 --> 01:48:53,593 [Renee] I think Drew McIntyre at ringside might be the factor here for this matchup. 2084 01:48:53,660 --> 01:48:56,563 Sure, Seth is wishing he maybe had a little backup himself, 2085 01:48:56,630 --> 01:48:59,666 but he tends to do some of his best work when he's on his own. 2086 01:48:59,733 --> 01:49:01,635 Let me do my job. Come on! 2087 01:49:01,701 --> 01:49:02,702 Watch yourself. 2088 01:49:03,603 --> 01:49:06,006 [Cole] The official admonishing Dolph Ziggler. 2089 01:49:06,072 --> 01:49:08,975 Get him out of there. One, two… 2090 01:49:09,042 --> 01:49:12,178 [Corey] Dolph just raking the eyes and forehead of Seth Rollins 2091 01:49:12,245 --> 01:49:13,413 across the top rope. 2092 01:49:13,480 --> 01:49:16,316 [Cole] Yeah, ever since the distraction by McIntyre outside the ring, 2093 01:49:16,383 --> 01:49:18,451 Dolph Ziggler's in his own, but Rollins now blocks. 2094 01:49:18,518 --> 01:49:20,287 Seth Rollins trying to fight back into this. 2095 01:49:20,353 --> 01:49:21,354 Right to the knee. 2096 01:49:23,590 --> 01:49:25,458 [Renee] Seth said he didn't want it to be easy. 2097 01:49:25,525 --> 01:49:26,526 You got your wish. 2098 01:49:28,828 --> 01:49:32,165 [Cole] Dolph Ziggler's been trying to preach to the world for years. 2099 01:49:32,232 --> 01:49:36,369 Now that he is the best in the world, has an opportunity to prove that tonight. 2100 01:49:36,436 --> 01:49:37,537 Off the neckbreaker. 2101 01:49:37,604 --> 01:49:39,005 Cover now on Rollins. 2102 01:49:39,072 --> 01:49:40,240 Is it enough? Kick-out. 2103 01:49:40,307 --> 01:49:44,511 Great strategy, Corey, by Dolph continuing to go back to the injured neck. 2104 01:49:44,577 --> 01:49:48,081 [Corey] I love the deep cradle in the pinfall attempt by Ziggler. 2105 01:49:48,148 --> 01:49:52,319 Focusing his attack on what he knows hurts on Seth Rollins. 2106 01:49:57,023 --> 01:50:00,427 [Cole] Ziggler knows he's in control, that he's in the driver's seat. 2107 01:50:04,564 --> 01:50:06,533 And wrestling Rollins down to the mat. 2108 01:50:06,599 --> 01:50:08,702 [Corey] Dolph had himself a fistful of hair 2109 01:50:08,768 --> 01:50:11,204 but was careful to turn himself and Rollins' body 2110 01:50:11,271 --> 01:50:13,173 as to not allow the referee to see it. 2111 01:50:13,239 --> 01:50:15,442 [Cole] McIntyre's gotta be careful as well. 2112 01:50:15,508 --> 01:50:17,143 Remember, disqualification. 2113 01:50:17,210 --> 01:50:19,546 [Corey] Look at Dolph Ziggler, the way he lifts his hips up 2114 01:50:19,612 --> 01:50:21,514 while he's applying the side headlock. 2115 01:50:21,581 --> 01:50:24,084 -[Cole] What does that do? -[Corey] Maximizes the pressure. 2116 01:50:24,150 --> 01:50:26,252 It puts all of Dolph Ziggler's body weight 2117 01:50:26,319 --> 01:50:28,588 down on Seth Rollins' neck and shoulder region 2118 01:50:28,655 --> 01:50:31,191 as opposed to Dolph's own hips supporting him. 2119 01:50:31,257 --> 01:50:34,361 [Renee] You don't get 121 career wins at Kent State University 2120 01:50:34,427 --> 01:50:37,530 without some wrestling techniques like that. 2121 01:50:37,597 --> 01:50:38,698 [Cole] Dolph Ziggler… 2122 01:50:40,900 --> 01:50:44,004 Now, Seth Rollins creating some space. 2123 01:50:45,739 --> 01:50:48,241 Nobody home, as Ziggler sidesteps. 2124 01:50:48,308 --> 01:50:49,943 And now both men are down. 2125 01:50:50,010 --> 01:50:51,678 Crucial moment in this match. 2126 01:50:51,745 --> 01:50:53,446 [Corey] Oh, cover here by Ziggler. 2127 01:50:53,513 --> 01:50:55,715 [Cole] Is it enough to put Seth Rollins away? 2128 01:50:55,782 --> 01:50:57,617 -And a kick-out at two. -Kick out! 2129 01:50:57,684 --> 01:51:00,787 [Cole] Certainly think that Seth Rollins is the worse for wear of the two. 2130 01:51:01,855 --> 01:51:04,591 Ziggler certainly feeling the effects of the fight, but… 2131 01:51:05,392 --> 01:51:07,661 -Seth looks just about out of it. -Come on, Seth! 2132 01:51:07,727 --> 01:51:10,263 [Renee] The burden that Seth Rollins is bearing right now. 2133 01:51:11,798 --> 01:51:13,900 Dean Ambrose turning on him. 2134 01:51:13,967 --> 01:51:16,703 The weight of this championship tournament on him. 2135 01:51:16,770 --> 01:51:17,904 …three. 2136 01:51:17,971 --> 01:51:19,072 Hey, watch yourself. 2137 01:51:19,139 --> 01:51:20,507 [Corey] I don't disagree with you, 2138 01:51:20,573 --> 01:51:22,876 but right now, Seth Rollins can't focus on anything 2139 01:51:22,942 --> 01:51:24,911 but the pain he's feeling in his spine. 2140 01:51:26,012 --> 01:51:28,481 Dolph Ziggler happy to continue punishing. 2141 01:51:29,482 --> 01:51:33,119 [Cole] Seth, though, showing some life, fighting out of the corner. 2142 01:51:36,122 --> 01:51:37,424 [Corey] Ooh! 2143 01:51:38,558 --> 01:51:39,759 [Cole] And another chop. 2144 01:51:44,064 --> 01:51:46,466 [Corey] Beautiful elbow from Ziggler. 2145 01:51:46,533 --> 01:51:48,001 Down goes Rollins once again. 2146 01:51:51,971 --> 01:51:55,075 [Cole] Ziggler cover to advance to the finals and meet The Miz. 2147 01:51:55,141 --> 01:51:56,810 And a kick-out by Rollins at two. 2148 01:51:59,179 --> 01:52:02,015 [Renee] Dolph looks like he's getting a little frustrated. 2149 01:52:02,082 --> 01:52:03,083 He's not okay. 2150 01:52:03,149 --> 01:52:04,918 [Corey] I disagree with you, Renee. 2151 01:52:04,984 --> 01:52:08,121 [Renee] There was a brief moment, you're right, but he switched. 2152 01:52:08,722 --> 01:52:11,758 [Corey] Ziggler growing more and more confident by the minute. 2153 01:52:11,825 --> 01:52:14,260 Realizes he's in the ring with a wounded animal. 2154 01:52:16,963 --> 01:52:18,431 [Dolph] Come on, Seth. 2155 01:52:21,000 --> 01:52:23,236 [Cole] Now Ziggler just mocking Rollins. 2156 01:52:23,303 --> 01:52:26,005 [Corey] This is what Dolph can't get carried away with. 2157 01:52:26,072 --> 01:52:27,240 We've seen in the past. 2158 01:52:27,307 --> 01:52:28,975 This is gonna fire up Rollins. 2159 01:52:29,042 --> 01:52:33,079 [Renee] Like I said, you give Seth Rollins that one inch, that little bit of room. 2160 01:52:33,913 --> 01:52:36,382 [Cole] Rollins picked the ankle of Dolph Ziggler. 2161 01:52:36,449 --> 01:52:38,118 Down goes Dolph. 2162 01:52:38,184 --> 01:52:41,788 Fights out of it, however, and again, back of the neck to the turnbuckle. 2163 01:52:42,322 --> 01:52:45,625 And now Ziggler with a neckbreaker, continues the attack. 2164 01:52:45,692 --> 01:52:47,327 Cover by Dolph. 2165 01:52:47,393 --> 01:52:49,028 Hook of the leg on Seth Rollins. 2166 01:52:49,095 --> 01:52:50,196 And a kick-out at two. 2167 01:52:50,263 --> 01:52:52,766 And now, perhaps, Dolph's getting frustrated. 2168 01:52:54,734 --> 01:52:56,836 [Corey] Dolph can only blame it on himself. 2169 01:52:56,903 --> 01:52:59,773 Got a little overconfident, even cocky for a minute. 2170 01:52:59,839 --> 01:53:02,976 This is a smart strategy, go back to what worked prior. 2171 01:53:03,042 --> 01:53:04,477 Wear down Rollins. 2172 01:53:10,917 --> 01:53:14,788 Dolph's got that right arm of Rollins pried back, 2173 01:53:14,854 --> 01:53:16,990 now just cranking on the face and neck. 2174 01:53:17,824 --> 01:53:19,626 It's gotta be agonizing for Rollins. 2175 01:53:19,692 --> 01:53:21,461 [crowd chanting] Let's go, Rollins. 2176 01:53:24,697 --> 01:53:28,168 [Cole] "Let's go, Rollins" chants, trying to will Seth on. 2177 01:53:37,410 --> 01:53:38,411 Almost had him! 2178 01:53:39,412 --> 01:53:42,982 [Corey] Dolph looking for the DDT again, but Rollins catches him. 2179 01:53:44,617 --> 01:53:46,119 [Cole] And now Seth. 2180 01:53:46,186 --> 01:53:47,387 Dolph lands on his feet. 2181 01:53:47,453 --> 01:53:49,589 Rolling up Rollins again. 2182 01:53:49,656 --> 01:53:52,859 I did believe he had the tights there. And a kick-out. 2183 01:53:58,965 --> 01:54:00,433 Rollins, pinning combination. 2184 01:54:01,768 --> 01:54:04,604 Now it's Rollins shoulders that are down. 2185 01:54:04,671 --> 01:54:06,573 Now Rollins stacking up Ziggler. 2186 01:54:06,639 --> 01:54:07,640 One, two… 2187 01:54:08,908 --> 01:54:11,077 And now Rollins with Ziggler down yet again. 2188 01:54:11,144 --> 01:54:13,346 Now there's the power of Seth Rollins. 2189 01:54:13,413 --> 01:54:16,749 [Renee] I can't believe Seth Rollins has that in the tank right now. 2190 01:54:16,816 --> 01:54:19,652 [Cole] Dolph rolls through, shoulders down to advance. 2191 01:54:19,719 --> 01:54:20,920 And a kick-out. 2192 01:54:21,688 --> 01:54:23,122 Went for the superkick. 2193 01:54:25,458 --> 01:54:27,160 Oh, there's that ripcord knee. 2194 01:54:27,227 --> 01:54:31,030 Rollins just falls into the cover to advance to the finals of the World Cup. 2195 01:54:31,097 --> 01:54:32,832 And Ziggler with the shoulder up. 2196 01:54:35,702 --> 01:54:38,671 [Corey] Even McIntyre looking on a little frustrated. 2197 01:54:39,606 --> 01:54:43,376 Probably relieved that Dolph Ziggler was able to survive the ripcord knee. 2198 01:54:44,143 --> 01:54:47,080 Maybe hoping that was the last gasp that Rollins had inside. 2199 01:54:47,146 --> 01:54:48,781 Let's take one more look at this. 2200 01:54:48,848 --> 01:54:50,583 Spins out, bang. 2201 01:54:50,650 --> 01:54:54,787 Connects right on the cheekbone of Dolph Ziggler. 2202 01:54:56,923 --> 01:54:59,459 [Renee] Could you imagine what it would be like for Seth Rollins 2203 01:54:59,525 --> 01:55:01,461 to be able to walk away as the best in the world, 2204 01:55:01,527 --> 01:55:04,464 given the turmoil he's in from everything with the members of The Shield? 2205 01:55:04,530 --> 01:55:06,866 [Corey] Certainly boosts Rollins' confidence. 2206 01:55:06,933 --> 01:55:09,836 Rollins prides himself on being the workhorse here in WWE. 2207 01:55:09,902 --> 01:55:12,472 Would love to know that he is the best in the world. 2208 01:55:12,538 --> 01:55:15,041 -[Renee] You know what time it is. -Could be time. 2209 01:55:16,976 --> 01:55:17,977 [Cole] Oh! 2210 01:55:18,044 --> 01:55:20,780 McIntyre and Dolph Ziggler now. 2211 01:55:20,847 --> 01:55:24,250 And now it's Ziggler, launched over the top rope to the floor. 2212 01:55:29,188 --> 01:55:31,691 [Corey] McIntyre urging Dolph to get it together. 2213 01:55:31,758 --> 01:55:34,527 [Cole] Look out, guys. Rollins with a suicide dive! 2214 01:55:34,594 --> 01:55:35,895 Right here in front of us. 2215 01:55:35,962 --> 01:55:37,997 Seth Rollins doing everything he can. 2216 01:55:40,166 --> 01:55:43,236 [Corey] Seth saw the opening and went after it. 2217 01:55:45,371 --> 01:55:47,707 Can The Kingslayer close the deal? 2218 01:55:50,977 --> 01:55:52,979 Great agility by Rollins on the fly. 2219 01:55:53,046 --> 01:55:54,314 [Cole] Ziggler, Famouser! 2220 01:55:55,348 --> 01:55:57,450 -[Renee] Seth is out. -[Corey] Deep cradle. 2221 01:55:58,184 --> 01:56:00,386 [Cole] Almost had him. And a kick-out at two. 2222 01:56:00,453 --> 01:56:01,587 Incredible match. 2223 01:56:07,460 --> 01:56:11,431 [Corey] Two of the best in-ring performers of our generation right now. 2224 01:56:11,497 --> 01:56:15,435 Showing the world exactly why they belong in this tournament. 2225 01:56:15,501 --> 01:56:18,037 Rollins able to adapt in mid-air. 2226 01:56:18,104 --> 01:56:20,506 But not in time to stop the Famouser. 2227 01:56:20,573 --> 01:56:22,542 Ziggler nearly escapes with a win. 2228 01:56:22,608 --> 01:56:25,211 [Renee] These two Superstars know each other so well. 2229 01:56:25,278 --> 01:56:27,180 Battling over the Intercontinental Championship, 2230 01:56:27,246 --> 01:56:28,948 the RAW Tag Team Championships. 2231 01:56:29,015 --> 01:56:31,017 That's why they're going the distance here tonight. 2232 01:56:31,084 --> 01:56:33,186 They can stake out each other's every move. 2233 01:56:36,122 --> 01:56:38,224 [Corey] What's Ziggler thinking about here? 2234 01:56:39,759 --> 01:56:41,394 Not completely uncharacteristic. 2235 01:56:41,461 --> 01:56:43,663 But you don't see Dolph up top too often. 2236 01:56:45,098 --> 01:56:46,833 Not necessarily his milieu. 2237 01:56:46,899 --> 01:56:49,702 [Cole] And now Rollins gonna meet Dolph right over there. 2238 01:56:49,769 --> 01:56:52,405 Seth Rollins looking for the superplex. 2239 01:56:52,472 --> 01:56:53,840 Rolls through. Rollins for… 2240 01:56:53,906 --> 01:56:56,175 -Went for the Falcon Arrow. -[Renee] His neck! 2241 01:56:56,242 --> 01:56:58,978 -[Cole] And Ziggler with a Zig Zag! -[Corey] Zig Zag! 2242 01:56:59,045 --> 01:57:01,314 [Renee] Seth Rollins clutching his neck there. 2243 01:57:01,381 --> 01:57:02,982 [Cole] To advance to the finals. 2244 01:57:03,049 --> 01:57:04,984 And a kick-out by Rollins! 2245 01:57:05,952 --> 01:57:06,953 [Corey] Wow. 2246 01:57:08,254 --> 01:57:11,023 [Renee] Two of the toughest men in WWE. 2247 01:57:11,090 --> 01:57:15,828 [Corey] What a series of maneuvers and counters and high impact. 2248 01:57:15,895 --> 01:57:21,000 First, Rollins catches Ziggler, who went up top where he wasn't familiar. 2249 01:57:21,067 --> 01:57:24,437 Rollins is very, very comfortable up there. 2250 01:57:24,504 --> 01:57:25,505 Makes Ziggler pay. 2251 01:57:25,571 --> 01:57:28,307 But Ziggler escapes at the last possible second 2252 01:57:28,975 --> 01:57:31,077 and delivers a Zig Zag. 2253 01:57:31,144 --> 01:57:34,313 Which, somehow, Rollins survives. 2254 01:57:34,380 --> 01:57:36,449 [Cole] This has been an incredible match. 2255 01:57:36,516 --> 01:57:39,952 For the opportunity to advance to the finals of the World Cup 2256 01:57:40,019 --> 01:57:42,588 to determine the best in the world and face The Miz. 2257 01:57:46,159 --> 01:57:48,761 [Corey] Ziggler, once again, looking for the Zig Zag. 2258 01:57:48,828 --> 01:57:51,497 [Cole] Rollins able to hang on. Kick right to the jaw. 2259 01:57:51,564 --> 01:57:52,565 Seth Rollins now. 2260 01:57:54,167 --> 01:57:57,637 McIntyre driven into the barricade off the suicide dive. 2261 01:57:57,703 --> 01:58:00,173 And now Seth going up to the top rope. 2262 01:58:00,239 --> 01:58:01,808 Ziggler's gonna meet him there. 2263 01:58:03,843 --> 01:58:05,445 [Corey] Rollins able to stop it. 2264 01:58:05,511 --> 01:58:08,581 -[Renee] Ziggler's ankle. -[Cole] And McIntyre! McIntyre! 2265 01:58:09,449 --> 01:58:12,351 Dolph Ziggler drew the referee with a bad ankle. 2266 01:58:12,418 --> 01:58:14,187 McIntyre got involved. 2267 01:58:14,253 --> 01:58:15,755 Here's the cover by Dolph. 2268 01:58:15,822 --> 01:58:17,323 -And he advances. -[bell dings] 2269 01:58:17,390 --> 01:58:18,958 ♪ I'm here to show the world… ♪ 2270 01:58:20,126 --> 01:58:24,230 [Greg] Here is your winner, Dolph Ziggler! 2271 01:58:24,297 --> 01:58:26,432 [Cole] Will again chalk up a victory… 2272 01:58:27,834 --> 01:58:30,236 with the aid of Drew McIntyre. 2273 01:58:31,737 --> 01:58:33,573 Dolph Ziggler is in the finals. 2274 01:58:34,207 --> 01:58:37,543 [Corey] Listen, I understand what Seth Rollins was attempting to do. 2275 01:58:37,610 --> 01:58:41,614 Seth was simply trying to neutralize the threat of Drew McIntyre 2276 01:58:41,681 --> 01:58:43,616 before he could become a factor. 2277 01:58:43,683 --> 01:58:44,784 And it backfired. 2278 01:58:46,252 --> 01:58:51,224 [Cole] McIntyre, again, pays dividends for Dolph Ziggler. 2279 01:58:52,091 --> 01:58:54,460 [Corey] Ziggler all the way up top with Rollins. 2280 01:58:54,527 --> 01:58:56,863 Seth would avoid Dolph's attempt. 2281 01:58:57,430 --> 01:59:02,835 McIntyre, however, sends The Kingslayer flying halfway across the ring. 2282 01:59:04,270 --> 01:59:05,872 -Dolph, boom! -[Cole] Boom! 2283 01:59:05,938 --> 01:59:07,340 [Corey] Superkick. 2284 01:59:07,406 --> 01:59:11,143 The ankle injury diversion paid off just long enough. 2285 01:59:11,210 --> 01:59:13,312 And Ziggler is heading to the finals. 2286 01:59:14,213 --> 01:59:16,415 [Renee] Drew McIntyre said he would make sure 2287 01:59:16,482 --> 01:59:19,585 that Dolph Ziggler would be crowned the best in the world. 2288 01:59:19,652 --> 01:59:21,154 And he was the factor tonight. 2289 01:59:23,322 --> 01:59:26,192 [Cole] Dolph Ziggler heads to the finals of the World Cup. 2290 01:59:27,059 --> 01:59:28,461 Where he'll take on The Miz. 2291 01:59:31,230 --> 01:59:35,101 Dolph. Dolph, understanding that the referee's decision is final, 2292 01:59:35,168 --> 01:59:37,303 it doesn't seem fair that you would advance 2293 01:59:37,370 --> 01:59:39,939 to the finals of the WWE World Cup Tournament. 2294 01:59:40,006 --> 01:59:42,008 But one way or the other, 2295 01:59:42,074 --> 01:59:46,012 many people would say that your win tonight was a huge upset. 2296 01:59:47,580 --> 01:59:48,581 An upset? 2297 01:59:49,348 --> 01:59:51,717 One way or another, that's what you're saying? 2298 01:59:51,784 --> 01:59:54,854 I've been saying the same thing for 13 years, 2299 01:59:54,921 --> 01:59:56,622 day in and day out. 2300 01:59:56,689 --> 01:59:58,424 You never believed in me. 2301 01:59:58,491 --> 02:00:00,560 No one in this arena believed in me. 2302 02:00:00,626 --> 02:00:05,064 No one in the WWE Universe ever gave a damn about Dolph Ziggler. 2303 02:00:05,131 --> 02:00:06,132 But guess what? 2304 02:00:06,766 --> 02:00:10,670 The next time you see me in that ring… 2305 02:00:12,271 --> 02:00:13,806 I'll be holding my trophy. 2306 02:00:14,507 --> 02:00:19,979 Because I am the best in the world. 2307 02:00:20,046 --> 02:00:21,581 [crowd booing] 2308 02:00:23,516 --> 02:00:25,451 [Cole] What this does is it sets up 2309 02:00:25,518 --> 02:00:29,088 a very interesting finals matchup for the World Cup 2310 02:00:29,155 --> 02:00:30,990 to determine the best in the world 2311 02:00:31,057 --> 02:00:33,426 because there is a tremendous amount of history 2312 02:00:33,492 --> 02:00:36,028 between The Miz and Dolph Ziggler. 2313 02:00:37,163 --> 02:00:38,831 [Corey] Longtime friends. 2314 02:00:38,898 --> 02:00:41,167 Have traveled together, have trained together, 2315 02:00:41,233 --> 02:00:44,370 have battled alongside and against one another. 2316 02:00:44,437 --> 02:00:49,342 But now it comes down for the right to be called the best in the world. 2317 02:00:49,408 --> 02:00:52,378 [Renee] We constantly talk about the spirit of competition. 2318 02:00:52,445 --> 02:00:54,447 The friendship between Dolph Ziggler and The Miz, 2319 02:00:54,513 --> 02:00:56,882 but I do not think that that's gonna come into play tonight. 2320 02:00:56,949 --> 02:00:59,118 We've got the best in the world on the line. 2321 02:00:59,185 --> 02:01:01,187 The Miz and Dolph Ziggler in the finals. 2322 02:01:01,254 --> 02:01:05,524 And we'll be back in a moment with the WWE Championship Match. 2323 02:01:08,894 --> 02:01:12,031 [man] On Sunday, April 7th, 2019… 2324 02:01:13,833 --> 02:01:18,838 history waits for no one, so why should you? 2325 02:01:37,890 --> 02:01:38,891 [Cole] Welcome… 2326 02:01:40,192 --> 02:01:44,030 to WrestleMania. 2327 02:01:44,096 --> 02:01:46,198 [man] Ticket available, two weeks. 2328 02:01:49,335 --> 02:01:53,506 Yes, WrestleMania returns to New York City in MetLife Stadium next April. 2329 02:01:53,572 --> 02:01:57,977 Tickets available to the general public in two weeks from today, November 16th. 2330 02:01:58,044 --> 02:02:01,914 But this coming Monday, you can go to wrestlemaniatravel.com, 2331 02:02:01,981 --> 02:02:05,284 and you can, well, get your trip set for New York City 2332 02:02:05,351 --> 02:02:08,154 as part of the WrestleMania Travel Package. 2333 02:02:08,220 --> 02:02:10,456 Again, wrestlemaniatravel.com. 2334 02:02:10,523 --> 02:02:13,025 You don't wanna miss the biggest event of the year. 2335 02:02:13,092 --> 02:02:16,896 Ladies and gentlemen, coming up right now, it's about the WWE Championship. 2336 02:02:16,962 --> 02:02:20,433 It is one of the most personal and professional rivalries 2337 02:02:20,499 --> 02:02:23,235 that we have ever witnessed on SmackDown. 2338 02:02:23,302 --> 02:02:26,772 It is AJ Styles, the reigning WWE Champion, 2339 02:02:26,839 --> 02:02:30,443 and his bitter enemy, the challenger, Samoa Joe. 2340 02:02:30,509 --> 02:02:32,845 It's about the WWE Championship. 2341 02:02:38,150 --> 02:02:41,654 It is all about the WWE Championship. 2342 02:02:42,922 --> 02:02:46,158 [Corey] It is one thing to play mind games with your opponent 2343 02:02:46,225 --> 02:02:48,594 to gain a psychological advantage… 2344 02:02:48,661 --> 02:02:51,330 Oh, Wendy! 2345 02:02:52,465 --> 02:02:55,901 …it is another to terrorize another man's family. 2346 02:02:56,502 --> 02:02:57,937 [Joe] I made you a promise. 2347 02:02:58,003 --> 02:02:59,605 Daddy was coming home. 2348 02:03:01,374 --> 02:03:02,875 [doorbell rings] 2349 02:03:02,942 --> 02:03:04,310 It looks like he's not. 2350 02:03:06,879 --> 02:03:08,247 [Tom] At Crown Jewel, 2351 02:03:08,314 --> 02:03:14,320 it will be AJ Styles defending the WWE Title against Daniel Bryan. 2352 02:03:14,387 --> 02:03:15,921 [crowd chanting] Yes! Yes! 2353 02:03:15,988 --> 02:03:18,824 Here comes the Commissioner of SmackDown LIVE. 2354 02:03:19,692 --> 02:03:24,897 We're gonna have AJ Styles taking on Daniel Bryan 2355 02:03:24,964 --> 02:03:29,402 in the Crown Jewel WWE Championship Match… 2356 02:03:31,003 --> 02:03:32,004 right now. 2357 02:03:33,205 --> 02:03:36,842 [Tom] The WWE Championship Match from Crown Jewel has come early. 2358 02:03:43,649 --> 02:03:45,785 Could this put away Daniel Bryan? 2359 02:03:47,153 --> 02:03:48,187 [bell dings] 2360 02:03:50,656 --> 02:03:56,128 [Corey] What an extraordinary matchup between two incredible athletes. 2361 02:04:00,032 --> 02:04:01,834 [Tom] Oh, my God. 2362 02:04:01,901 --> 02:04:04,270 [Corey] Where did Samoa Joe come from? 2363 02:04:05,704 --> 02:04:07,306 [speaking indistinctly] 2364 02:04:09,375 --> 02:04:14,246 Samoa Joe has made no secret he desires to be WWE Champion. 2365 02:04:17,249 --> 02:04:19,451 [Paige] AJ, shouldn't you be in the trainers? 2366 02:04:19,518 --> 02:04:21,053 I want Samoa Joe. 2367 02:04:21,120 --> 02:04:22,421 I've filled my obligation, 2368 02:04:22,488 --> 02:04:25,090 defending my WWE Championship against Daniel Bryan. 2369 02:04:25,157 --> 02:04:27,026 Now give me Samoa Joe at Crown Jewel. 2370 02:04:28,227 --> 02:04:30,229 -Consider it done. -Thank you. 2371 02:04:30,296 --> 02:04:31,297 You won't regret it. 2372 02:04:32,364 --> 02:04:33,365 Samoa Joe will. 2373 02:04:36,235 --> 02:04:38,737 Oh, AJ. 2374 02:04:39,805 --> 02:04:42,374 Did you actually think we were done? 2375 02:04:43,476 --> 02:04:46,512 [Corey] There's no shortage of history between Joe and Styles. 2376 02:04:46,579 --> 02:04:51,784 I knew I had to pick up my pen and I had to write our final chapter. 2377 02:04:51,851 --> 02:04:55,087 This needs to end. 2378 02:04:55,154 --> 02:04:58,290 [Saxton] An uncontrollable and personal rivalry. 2379 02:04:58,357 --> 02:05:02,428 In our final chapter, you are left gasping on the ground. Clutched out! 2380 02:05:02,495 --> 02:05:04,096 [Tom] This will be a war. 2381 02:05:05,064 --> 02:05:06,632 A rivalry set to be renewed. 2382 02:05:06,699 --> 02:05:08,801 Samoa Joe and Styles. 2383 02:05:08,868 --> 02:05:12,271 [Corey] Will this be the end of AJ Styles' reign, 2384 02:05:12,338 --> 02:05:14,874 or will it be the final chapter in this rivalry? 2385 02:05:14,940 --> 02:05:21,180 And I am finally raising the WWE Championship above my head. 2386 02:05:21,247 --> 02:05:22,381 The end. 2387 02:05:27,386 --> 02:05:29,388 [Joe's theme music plays] 2388 02:05:37,997 --> 02:05:43,035 [Cole] Renee, can Samoa Joe make this any more personal with AJ Styles? 2389 02:05:43,102 --> 02:05:46,839 Absolutely not. You know, I tried to get a word with Samoa Joe earlier. 2390 02:05:46,906 --> 02:05:49,642 Asked him about his actions on SmackDown LIVE. 2391 02:05:49,708 --> 02:05:52,611 Going for the Coquina Clutch on Daniel Bryan, on AJ Styles, 2392 02:05:52,678 --> 02:05:54,013 clearly sending a message, 2393 02:05:54,079 --> 02:05:58,217 and he just stormed right past me with a gruesome smile on his face. 2394 02:05:58,284 --> 02:06:02,154 [Corey] Samoa Joe stomping to the ring as ferocious as ever. 2395 02:06:02,221 --> 02:06:04,823 Renee, I actually was able to sit down with Samoa Joe 2396 02:06:04,890 --> 02:06:06,358 and got a few words from him. 2397 02:06:06,425 --> 02:06:08,427 I said, "Why will tonight be different?" 2398 02:06:08,494 --> 02:06:11,931 He said, "Because each time I've stepped into the ring with AJ Styles, 2399 02:06:11,997 --> 02:06:14,266 I've taken a piece of him with me. 2400 02:06:14,333 --> 02:06:16,435 There's not enough left to do it again." 2401 02:06:16,502 --> 02:06:19,204 [Cole] This rivalry has been going on since SummerSlam. 2402 02:06:19,271 --> 02:06:22,575 [Renee] When I saw AJ Styles after their matchup at Super ShowDown, 2403 02:06:22,641 --> 02:06:26,412 I just couldn't believe the damage that was inflicted on the WWE Champion. 2404 02:06:26,478 --> 02:06:29,448 But yet he stood tall, retaining the gold. 2405 02:06:41,594 --> 02:06:44,029 [crowd chanting] AJ Styles! AJ Styles! AJ Styles! 2406 02:06:50,202 --> 02:06:52,671 [Styles' theme song plays] 2407 02:07:05,150 --> 02:07:06,552 ♪ No, they don't want none ♪ 2408 02:07:06,619 --> 02:07:08,187 ♪ No, they don't want none ♪ 2409 02:07:08,253 --> 02:07:11,624 ♪ They looking scared No, they don't really want none… ♪ 2410 02:07:11,690 --> 02:07:16,895 [Cole] It has been a historic reign as WWE Champion for AJ Styles. 2411 02:07:18,063 --> 02:07:19,398 He is a two-time champion. 2412 02:07:19,465 --> 02:07:25,904 In this latest reign, he has held the title for 360 days. 2413 02:07:25,971 --> 02:07:30,542 It is the 10th longest reign of any WWE Champion. 2414 02:07:30,609 --> 02:07:35,214 And if he wins tonight, he'll be the 9th longest title holder. 2415 02:07:37,950 --> 02:07:41,286 [Renee] I heard Booker T say earlier on the Crown Jewel Kickoff Show 2416 02:07:41,353 --> 02:07:43,222 that he talked to AJ Styles and said, 2417 02:07:43,288 --> 02:07:46,158 "You better get into WWE, start making your impact now." 2418 02:07:46,225 --> 02:07:50,529 There's no question that ever since The Phenomenal One stepped foot in WWE, 2419 02:07:50,596 --> 02:07:51,897 he's been doing just that. 2420 02:07:52,564 --> 02:07:55,067 [Cole] You know, Corey, it's interesting. 2421 02:07:55,134 --> 02:07:58,270 Nearly a year into his title reign, and this coming week, 2422 02:07:58,337 --> 02:08:01,573 SmackDown LIVE returns to Manchester, United Kingdom, 2423 02:08:01,640 --> 02:08:05,944 where last year, AJ Styles won the WWE Title. 2424 02:08:06,011 --> 02:08:08,213 [Corey] I was ringside. I remember it fondly. 2425 02:08:08,280 --> 02:08:12,518 One of the most emotional moments I can remember being a part of. 2426 02:08:12,584 --> 02:08:19,258 Styles has since worn the WWE Championship as proudly as any man to ever hold it. 2427 02:08:19,324 --> 02:08:21,493 [Cole] Renee pointed out to me moments ago 2428 02:08:21,560 --> 02:08:25,798 that we have to watch the knee issues of Samoa Joe in this match tonight. 2429 02:08:25,864 --> 02:08:27,733 Dating all the way back to Australia. 2430 02:08:27,800 --> 02:08:30,602 [Renee] We talked about what Jeff Hardy inflicted on Samoa Joe as well. 2431 02:08:30,669 --> 02:08:33,839 He certainly was focusing on the knee of Samoa Joe. 2432 02:08:33,906 --> 02:08:35,274 [Corey] Absolutely right. 2433 02:08:35,340 --> 02:08:38,243 If there's a weakness to be found in the game of Samoa Joe, 2434 02:08:38,310 --> 02:08:39,311 that could be it. 2435 02:08:39,378 --> 02:08:41,947 There is wear and tear on the body of Joe. 2436 02:08:42,014 --> 02:08:44,216 The same can be said for the champion. 2437 02:08:46,418 --> 02:08:47,419 [bell dings] 2438 02:08:47,486 --> 02:08:49,988 [Greg] The following contest scheduled for one fall 2439 02:08:50,055 --> 02:08:54,493 is for the WWE Championship! 2440 02:08:56,061 --> 02:09:00,232 Introducing the challenger, from Huntington Beach, California, 2441 02:09:00,299 --> 02:09:03,736 weighing in at 282 pounds, 2442 02:09:04,770 --> 02:09:08,907 Samoa Joe! 2443 02:09:08,974 --> 02:09:10,976 [crowd booing] 2444 02:09:14,513 --> 02:09:17,649 And his opponent, from Gainesville, Georgia, 2445 02:09:18,383 --> 02:09:21,954 weighing in at 218 pounds, 2446 02:09:22,020 --> 02:09:26,692 he is the WWE Champion, 2447 02:09:27,559 --> 02:09:34,199 The Phenomenal AJ Styles! 2448 02:09:34,266 --> 02:09:36,668 [Cole] You see the look on the face of AJ Styles. 2449 02:09:36,735 --> 02:09:40,506 He demanded this match tonight against Samoa Joe. 2450 02:09:40,572 --> 02:09:45,577 He said, "I was proud of the title match I had with Daniel Bryan on SmackDown. 2451 02:09:45,644 --> 02:09:48,981 The match centered on skill and athleticism. 2452 02:09:49,047 --> 02:09:51,850 Joe's attack was not that. 2453 02:09:51,917 --> 02:09:53,218 He got his wish. 2454 02:09:53,285 --> 02:09:55,354 I'm going to put him out tonight." 2455 02:09:55,420 --> 02:09:58,857 [Renee] Graves, you think that was a smart idea from the WWE Champion? 2456 02:09:59,391 --> 02:10:02,227 [Corey] To demand a match with Samoa Joe? Absolutely not. 2457 02:10:02,294 --> 02:10:05,531 I don't think in any walk of life that's ever a wise decision. 2458 02:10:05,597 --> 02:10:08,233 But Styles is coming out of the gate fast and strong. 2459 02:10:08,300 --> 02:10:11,203 [Cole] Samoa Joe covering up and has to try to survive 2460 02:10:11,270 --> 02:10:13,772 the emotional onslaught from the early going. 2461 02:10:13,839 --> 02:10:16,141 And right to the knee, the back of the knee goes Styles. 2462 02:10:16,208 --> 02:10:18,844 [Renee] I feel like I heard it pop from here. 2463 02:10:18,911 --> 02:10:21,346 [Corey] AJ Styles certainly did his homework. 2464 02:10:21,413 --> 02:10:24,283 Recalls what went down in Australia at the Super ShowDown. 2465 02:10:24,349 --> 02:10:27,152 [Cole] That was a no disqualification, no countout match 2466 02:10:27,219 --> 02:10:29,021 that Samoa Joe went through a table. 2467 02:10:29,087 --> 02:10:31,590 -That is where the knee issue started. -[Corey] Joe checked it. 2468 02:10:31,657 --> 02:10:34,193 [Cole] And now right to the back of the knee again. 2469 02:10:34,259 --> 02:10:35,594 AJ Styles goes to work. 2470 02:10:35,661 --> 02:10:38,664 [Corey] AJ has certainly been a step ahead of Joe here in the early moments. 2471 02:10:38,730 --> 02:10:40,833 [Renee] That's why he demanded the matchup. 2472 02:10:40,899 --> 02:10:42,801 He had a plan the entire time. 2473 02:10:42,868 --> 02:10:46,271 [Cole] Look at Samoa Joe trying to beg off the attack here by Styles. 2474 02:10:47,005 --> 02:10:50,209 [Renee] This has gotten so personal between these two Superstars. 2475 02:10:50,275 --> 02:10:53,178 If AJ is able to shut down Joe tonight, they could be done. 2476 02:10:53,245 --> 02:10:55,080 [Cole] Come on, when you target a man's family, 2477 02:10:55,147 --> 02:10:57,015 you bring the family into discussion. 2478 02:10:57,082 --> 02:11:00,285 When it's a sporting event, it's about the WWE Championship. 2479 02:11:00,352 --> 02:11:02,354 How do you expect AJ Styles to react? 2480 02:11:02,421 --> 02:11:04,223 [Renee] Showing up at a man's house. 2481 02:11:04,289 --> 02:11:06,725 [Corey] It's psychological warfare. 2482 02:11:06,792 --> 02:11:09,695 It's doing what needs to be done in the mind of Samoa Joe. 2483 02:11:09,761 --> 02:11:13,065 -[Cole] Corey, you can't even… -I'm not justifying it by any means. 2484 02:11:13,131 --> 02:11:16,168 I'm simply telling you what goes on in the mind of Samoa Joe. 2485 02:11:16,235 --> 02:11:18,270 [Cole] And now AJ Styles off the apron. 2486 02:11:18,337 --> 02:11:19,338 Samoa Joe. 2487 02:11:19,404 --> 02:11:21,740 And got kicked right in the jaw. 2488 02:11:21,807 --> 02:11:24,409 And now Styles moonsault off the apron. 2489 02:11:24,476 --> 02:11:26,178 And Samoa Joe now. 2490 02:11:27,179 --> 02:11:28,247 Driven into the post. 2491 02:11:28,313 --> 02:11:29,681 And it has been all Styles. 2492 02:11:29,748 --> 02:11:32,484 [Corey] Joe has been so ineffective since the bell rung. 2493 02:11:32,551 --> 02:11:33,919 This is kind of surprising. 2494 02:11:33,986 --> 02:11:37,889 [Renee] His knee must be just causing so much damage on his entire body. 2495 02:11:37,956 --> 02:11:39,291 [Cole] Yeah, but now… Oh! 2496 02:11:39,358 --> 02:11:42,060 AJ Styles bounced off the barricade. 2497 02:11:42,127 --> 02:11:46,531 What happened there was AJ Styles went back to the ring to break the count. 2498 02:11:46,598 --> 02:11:48,934 Does not wanna win via countout tonight. 2499 02:11:49,001 --> 02:11:51,236 He wants to beat down Samoa Joe. 2500 02:11:51,303 --> 02:11:53,238 That tactic caught AJ Styles there. 2501 02:11:53,305 --> 02:11:55,974 [Corey] Dealing with a Superstar like Samoa Joe, 2502 02:11:56,041 --> 02:11:58,210 you can't let pride get in the way. 2503 02:11:58,277 --> 02:12:02,614 AJ needs to escape with his championship by any means possible. 2504 02:12:05,117 --> 02:12:07,019 [Cole] And now Joe back into the ring. 2505 02:12:07,085 --> 02:12:11,523 Remember, Joe, though, has to pin or submit Styles. 2506 02:12:11,590 --> 02:12:14,726 A countout does not allow Joe to win the championship. 2507 02:12:14,793 --> 02:12:15,861 Champion's advantage. 2508 02:12:15,928 --> 02:12:17,162 And Joe with a knee, 2509 02:12:17,229 --> 02:12:20,065 driving Styles right back down to the floor again. 2510 02:12:20,132 --> 02:12:22,434 [Corey] What we're seeing is classic Samoa Joe. 2511 02:12:22,501 --> 02:12:25,103 -Uh-oh, wait a minute. Look out! -[Renee] Come on! 2512 02:12:25,170 --> 02:12:28,006 [Cole] Joe with a suicide dive! And AJ hit hard! 2513 02:12:28,073 --> 02:12:29,675 AJ hit hard! 2514 02:12:29,741 --> 02:12:33,145 -His elbow driven into the announce table. -[Corey] His ribs as well. 2515 02:12:33,211 --> 02:12:36,748 [Cole] The official quickly down to check on the champion. 2516 02:12:36,815 --> 02:12:40,719 And now the look, the demeanor of Samoa Joe has changed 2517 02:12:40,786 --> 02:12:42,254 since he delivered that blow. 2518 02:12:42,321 --> 02:12:44,222 [Renee] I don't think Styles can catch a breath. 2519 02:12:44,289 --> 02:12:46,058 He got the wind knocked out of him. 2520 02:12:46,124 --> 02:12:48,493 [Corey] It was an earth-shaking impact. 2521 02:12:48,560 --> 02:12:52,464 Styles almost sent through the table, courtesy of a Samoa Joe dive. 2522 02:12:52,531 --> 02:12:56,234 [Cole] Now Joe cover for the championship. And Styles kicks out. 2523 02:12:56,301 --> 02:12:59,104 [Corey] What I started to say, this is classic Samoa Joe. 2524 02:12:59,171 --> 02:13:01,907 This is the trademark. Let's take one more look at this. 2525 02:13:01,973 --> 02:13:03,575 Nearly 300 pounds. 2526 02:13:03,642 --> 02:13:06,678 [Cole] Oh, my God! Right on the edge of the announce table. 2527 02:13:06,745 --> 02:13:09,314 [Corey] Watch. Pay attention to AJ Styles' rib cage. 2528 02:13:09,381 --> 02:13:12,918 [Cole] Right on the point of the table. Driven into the ribs of Styles. 2529 02:13:12,985 --> 02:13:16,888 [Corey] I wouldn't be shocked at all if Styles didn't have a cracked rib or two 2530 02:13:16,955 --> 02:13:18,457 right now after that impact. 2531 02:13:18,523 --> 02:13:22,861 But Samoa Joe weathered the early emotional onslaught of AJ Styles. 2532 02:13:22,928 --> 02:13:24,896 Joe is that tough of a human. 2533 02:13:24,963 --> 02:13:27,933 He could survive that and change the tide in just one move. 2534 02:13:28,000 --> 02:13:30,435 [Renee] AJ better get back to his initial game plan quickly. 2535 02:13:30,502 --> 02:13:34,239 [Corey] It's incredible when you think about what Styles has accomplished. 2536 02:13:34,306 --> 02:13:37,109 To hold the WWE Championship for nearly a year. 2537 02:13:37,175 --> 02:13:39,544 -It'll be one year next week. -[Corey] Look out! 2538 02:13:39,611 --> 02:13:42,581 [Cole] Oh! Samoa Joe looking to end that reign here tonight. 2539 02:13:42,647 --> 02:13:43,949 He may have done it right there. 2540 02:13:44,016 --> 02:13:45,517 Hooks the inside leg, 2541 02:13:45,584 --> 02:13:50,155 and it allows Styles to put his leg on the bottom rope to force the break. 2542 02:13:52,190 --> 02:13:55,093 [Corey] It's great ring awareness by the veteran, Styles. 2543 02:13:55,160 --> 02:13:56,628 Not to exert any more energy. 2544 02:13:56,695 --> 02:13:57,963 It's a lot more difficult 2545 02:13:58,030 --> 02:14:00,832 to push Samoa Joe's entire body weight off your shoulders 2546 02:14:00,899 --> 02:14:02,167 than use the bottom rope. 2547 02:14:02,234 --> 02:14:03,235 It was a smart move. 2548 02:14:04,002 --> 02:14:05,003 Get up! 2549 02:14:06,071 --> 02:14:10,475 [Cole] And now the trash-talking begins for the challenger, Joe. 2550 02:14:10,542 --> 02:14:13,578 [Renee] This is where AJ is gonna have to temper his rage. 2551 02:14:13,645 --> 02:14:16,415 He lets Joe under his skin any more than he already has, 2552 02:14:16,481 --> 02:14:17,482 that could be it. 2553 02:14:17,549 --> 02:14:19,551 We could see a new WWE Champion tonight. 2554 02:14:19,618 --> 02:14:22,187 [Corey] Right now, AJ can be as rageful as he wants. 2555 02:14:22,254 --> 02:14:23,922 Samoa Joe is in complete control. 2556 02:14:23,989 --> 02:14:28,160 [Cole] Now Joe just mocking and taunting the WWE fans 2557 02:14:28,226 --> 02:14:30,062 as Styles again looks to fight back. 2558 02:14:30,128 --> 02:14:34,066 But a vicious chop drops Styles in the middle of the ring. 2559 02:14:34,132 --> 02:14:36,034 [Renee] Turned Styles inside out. 2560 02:14:36,101 --> 02:14:37,102 [groans] 2561 02:14:38,737 --> 02:14:41,440 [Cole] This match, for the WWE Championship. 2562 02:14:41,506 --> 02:14:47,212 Later on tonight, we are guaranteed to crown a new Universal Champion. 2563 02:14:47,279 --> 02:14:50,715 On Monday Night RAW, it will be either Brock Lesnar or Braun Strowman. 2564 02:14:51,716 --> 02:14:55,587 [Corey] Right now, Samoa Joe is using all of his body weight 2565 02:14:55,654 --> 02:14:57,856 wearing down AJ Styles. 2566 02:14:58,657 --> 02:15:00,692 [Renee] Samoa Joe has had his heart set, 2567 02:15:00,759 --> 02:15:04,596 his eyes set on that WWE Championship since day one with WWE. 2568 02:15:06,331 --> 02:15:10,769 [Cole] Samoa Joe and AJ Styles exchanging blows center of the ring. 2569 02:15:10,836 --> 02:15:11,903 Styles misses wildly. 2570 02:15:11,970 --> 02:15:13,472 Joe with another vicious chop! 2571 02:15:20,245 --> 02:15:21,746 And look at Joe go. 2572 02:15:23,482 --> 02:15:25,851 And AJ with a step-up enzuigiri. 2573 02:15:25,917 --> 02:15:28,120 And Joe's down and Styles down. 2574 02:15:28,186 --> 02:15:30,789 [Corey] Styles has bought himself some valuable time. 2575 02:15:30,856 --> 02:15:34,526 But Samoa Joe is the rare case where a bigger Superstar 2576 02:15:34,593 --> 02:15:37,095 is actually favored the deeper the match goes. 2577 02:15:37,162 --> 02:15:40,398 Samoa Joe's endurance and cardio is freakish. 2578 02:15:40,465 --> 02:15:42,134 Let's take a look at these. 2579 02:15:42,200 --> 02:15:44,536 Like a grizzly bear pawing at Styles. 2580 02:15:44,603 --> 02:15:49,774 Styles out of the way just in time to buy some time with a well-placed kick. 2581 02:15:49,841 --> 02:15:51,943 [Cole] A kick right to the ear dropped Joe. 2582 02:15:53,178 --> 02:15:56,982 [Corey] But Joe almost back up to a vertical base before the champion. 2583 02:15:58,283 --> 02:15:59,851 Neck and neck here. Oh, Styles… 2584 02:16:00,819 --> 02:16:03,822 gets there a fraction of a second before. 2585 02:16:03,889 --> 02:16:06,024 [Cole] Ah! Now Styles with a chop. 2586 02:16:10,896 --> 02:16:13,965 [Corey] Knife-edge chops from Joe are absolutely thunderous. 2587 02:16:21,973 --> 02:16:24,843 [Cole] Uh oh, Styles looking for the Styles Clash perhaps. 2588 02:16:24,910 --> 02:16:27,512 [Corey] Hasn't fared well for AJ in the past. 2589 02:16:27,579 --> 02:16:29,314 Joe's a little bit too big. 2590 02:16:31,349 --> 02:16:32,617 [Cole] AJ, second rope. 2591 02:16:32,684 --> 02:16:34,085 -Oh! -[Renee] Oh! 2592 02:16:34,152 --> 02:16:35,387 [Cole] Down goes Joe. 2593 02:16:35,453 --> 02:16:38,123 Cover by Styles! And a kick-out. 2594 02:16:44,229 --> 02:16:45,564 [crowd chanting] AJ Styles! 2595 02:16:46,698 --> 02:16:50,802 [Corey] Samoa Joe, doing the wise thing, rolling to the outside to compose himself. 2596 02:16:52,537 --> 02:16:56,908 The WWE Universe rallying behind the champion, Styles. 2597 02:16:59,778 --> 02:17:03,782 Even this deep into the match, Renee, do you think AJ wants to change strategy 2598 02:17:03,848 --> 02:17:06,151 or does he stick with what worked in the past? 2599 02:17:06,217 --> 02:17:09,721 [Cole] Delivering the forearm as he launches himself over the top rope. 2600 02:17:09,788 --> 02:17:12,157 [Renee] I think AJ might have to stick with some old tricks. 2601 02:17:12,224 --> 02:17:13,858 He knows what can work against Samoa Joe. 2602 02:17:13,925 --> 02:17:15,694 He's had victories over him before. 2603 02:17:15,760 --> 02:17:19,097 If he can stick to that game plan, which we're getting to right now. 2604 02:17:19,164 --> 02:17:21,333 [Cole] AJ looking for the Phenomenal Forearm 2605 02:17:21,399 --> 02:17:23,501 as he launches himself off the second rope. 2606 02:17:23,568 --> 02:17:24,970 Joe able to duck underneath. 2607 02:17:25,036 --> 02:17:27,505 -[Corey] Once again, Samoa Joe! -[Cole] Powerslam! 2608 02:17:27,572 --> 02:17:30,075 Cover to win the championship! Two and a half! Almost had him. 2609 02:17:30,141 --> 02:17:32,410 [Corey] That point to counter it, Renee. 2610 02:17:32,477 --> 02:17:36,147 Samoa Joe knows every move AJ Styles is about to make. 2611 02:17:36,214 --> 02:17:37,716 Almost before Styles makes it. 2612 02:17:37,782 --> 02:17:39,884 [Renee] What an impact on AJ Styles' body. 2613 02:17:41,753 --> 02:17:45,824 [Corey] The speed with which Joe drove Styles' body down to the mat 2614 02:17:46,491 --> 02:17:47,492 is horrific. 2615 02:17:49,394 --> 02:17:52,597 Kick right to the back of Joe's knee, to this point in the match. 2616 02:17:52,664 --> 02:17:54,666 -[Cole] Oh! Clothesline! -[Corey] My God! 2617 02:17:54,733 --> 02:17:57,302 -[Cole] Styles landed hard on his neck. -That is it. 2618 02:17:57,369 --> 02:18:00,238 [Cole] Cover now by Joe! And a kick-out by AJ. 2619 02:18:00,305 --> 02:18:02,273 How the hell did Styles kick-out? 2620 02:18:02,340 --> 02:18:04,943 Turned inside out, landed on the back of his neck. 2621 02:18:05,010 --> 02:18:08,513 [Corey] I have no idea how the champion fought through that one. 2622 02:18:09,114 --> 02:18:12,584 That was one of the most brutal lariats I have ever seen. 2623 02:18:12,651 --> 02:18:13,852 Let's take another look. 2624 02:18:14,686 --> 02:18:16,421 That'll make Stan Hansen blush. 2625 02:18:18,156 --> 02:18:20,425 I can't believe Styles survived that. 2626 02:18:20,492 --> 02:18:23,328 [Renee] The last time I heard a club to the body like that 2627 02:18:23,395 --> 02:18:26,531 was these two at Super ShowDown in Melbourne, Australia. 2628 02:18:26,598 --> 02:18:28,700 [Cole] AJ and Joe down, 2629 02:18:28,767 --> 02:18:32,370 middle of the ring for the WWE Championship. 2630 02:18:33,104 --> 02:18:35,740 We are sold out tonight at Crown Jewel. 2631 02:18:39,344 --> 02:18:41,980 Samoa Joe back to his feet. 2632 02:18:42,047 --> 02:18:43,715 Styles back to his feet as well. 2633 02:18:43,782 --> 02:18:46,351 [Corey] Uh-oh, Styles, once again looking for the Calf Crusher. 2634 02:18:46,418 --> 02:18:48,320 [Cole] Can he get it locked in on Joe? 2635 02:18:48,386 --> 02:18:50,055 Looking for the Calf Crusher now. 2636 02:18:50,121 --> 02:18:51,756 AJ Styles! 2637 02:18:51,823 --> 02:18:54,726 [Corey] Joe's got much thicker legs than a usual Superstar. 2638 02:18:54,793 --> 02:18:57,262 It could help him as far as buying some time goes. 2639 02:18:57,329 --> 02:19:00,532 But this is incredibly agonizing, especially on the injured knee. 2640 02:19:00,598 --> 02:19:03,501 [Cole] Joe gets to the rope and gonna force the break. 2641 02:19:03,568 --> 02:19:05,570 [groans] 2642 02:19:07,972 --> 02:19:12,277 Again, Joe's lower body has just been beaten apart by Styles. 2643 02:19:13,111 --> 02:19:14,646 [Corey] What's the mark of a champion? 2644 02:19:14,713 --> 02:19:18,850 AJ Styles knew coming into this battle that he requested what weak spots, 2645 02:19:18,917 --> 02:19:21,920 if any, exist in the armor of Samoa Joe. 2646 02:19:21,986 --> 02:19:24,255 It's the knee, and Styles is doing his best. 2647 02:19:31,763 --> 02:19:33,665 [Cole] And look at Styles from behind. 2648 02:19:34,299 --> 02:19:35,767 O'Connor roll succeeds. 2649 02:19:35,834 --> 02:19:36,835 Cover! 2650 02:19:36,901 --> 02:19:39,304 -[Cole] And the Coquina Clutch! -[Corey] It's in! 2651 02:19:39,370 --> 02:19:43,441 [Cole] Joe, just like that, locks the Clutch in on AJ Styles! 2652 02:19:43,508 --> 02:19:45,443 The champion with nowhere to go! 2653 02:19:45,510 --> 02:19:47,579 Will he tap out? Will he pass out? 2654 02:19:47,645 --> 02:19:50,315 Will Joe win his first WWE Title? 2655 02:19:50,382 --> 02:19:53,218 [Corey] Joe has put Styles to sleep on numerous occasions. 2656 02:19:53,284 --> 02:19:55,487 [Cole] Oh, look at this, though, the bad leg! 2657 02:19:55,553 --> 02:19:58,957 -[groans] -AJ Styles now torturing Joe! 2658 02:19:59,023 --> 02:20:01,559 What a great counter by AJ Styles! 2659 02:20:01,626 --> 02:20:03,661 And Joe makes it to the ropes! 2660 02:20:05,296 --> 02:20:07,966 [Corey] It was a desperate situation for the champion, 2661 02:20:08,032 --> 02:20:13,071 but great, great awareness to grab the injured knee of Samoa Joe. 2662 02:20:13,138 --> 02:20:15,373 Forcing Joe to break the Coquina Clutch. 2663 02:20:15,440 --> 02:20:18,009 Thus preserving Styles' title a bit longer. 2664 02:20:18,076 --> 02:20:19,077 [Renee] Oh! 2665 02:20:19,911 --> 02:20:22,947 [Cole] This has been a relentless and vicious attack 2666 02:20:23,014 --> 02:20:26,117 on Joe's lower body by the champion, AJ Styles. 2667 02:20:27,952 --> 02:20:30,755 [Corey] Styles, once again, looking for the Calf Crusher. 2668 02:20:30,822 --> 02:20:32,624 [Cole] Joe hanging on in the corner. 2669 02:20:33,358 --> 02:20:36,261 Elbows back of the neck in the upper back of Styles. 2670 02:20:36,327 --> 02:20:38,863 And that rungs… Oh, and Pelé Kick! 2671 02:20:38,930 --> 02:20:41,199 [Corey] Right between the eyes of Samoa Joe. 2672 02:20:46,938 --> 02:20:53,578 Both men giving it their absolute all for the right to be called WWE Champion. 2673 02:20:58,416 --> 02:21:00,852 [Cole] And now AJ launched out to the apron. 2674 02:21:00,919 --> 02:21:02,187 Oh, and a big right hand! 2675 02:21:02,787 --> 02:21:06,291 [Corey] Joe on spaghetti legs, Styles could be perched. 2676 02:21:06,357 --> 02:21:07,458 Here it comes! 2677 02:21:07,525 --> 02:21:09,928 -[Cole] Phenomenal Forearm! -[Renee] This is it! 2678 02:21:09,994 --> 02:21:11,930 [Cole] To retain the championship! 2679 02:21:11,996 --> 02:21:13,097 -Got him! -[bell dings] 2680 02:21:13,164 --> 02:21:14,966 AJ Styles! 2681 02:21:15,033 --> 02:21:16,100 [crowd cheering] 2682 02:21:16,167 --> 02:21:17,669 [Greg] Here is your winner, 2683 02:21:17,735 --> 02:21:22,474 and still the WWE Champion, 2684 02:21:22,540 --> 02:21:27,745 The Phenomenal AJ Styles! 2685 02:21:27,812 --> 02:21:31,783 [Cole] I'll tell you, it has been an unbelievable title reign for AJ Styles. 2686 02:21:31,850 --> 02:21:34,619 Closing in on one year. 2687 02:21:34,686 --> 02:21:38,256 Three hundred sixty days as champion. 2688 02:21:38,323 --> 02:21:39,891 [Corey] And once again, 2689 02:21:39,958 --> 02:21:43,695 the wolf in Samoa Joe came knocking at the door. 2690 02:21:44,395 --> 02:21:50,568 But the WWE Champion defended his title in the house that AJ Styles built. 2691 02:21:54,105 --> 02:21:57,041 What a phenomenal effort by the champion. 2692 02:21:57,108 --> 02:22:01,079 And much respect to Samoa Joe for bringing the big fight. 2693 02:22:01,145 --> 02:22:02,347 [Renee] This is wild! 2694 02:22:03,615 --> 02:22:07,452 [Corey] Joe taking it high risk, throwing everything he had. 2695 02:22:07,519 --> 02:22:09,854 And then some at the champion. 2696 02:22:09,921 --> 02:22:12,857 But Styles would not be denied. 2697 02:22:16,294 --> 02:22:20,765 In the end, the familiar sight soaring through the sky. 2698 02:22:20,832 --> 02:22:23,768 A Phenomenal Forearm found its mark… 2699 02:22:25,537 --> 02:22:27,872 and drove away the threat… 2700 02:22:28,840 --> 02:22:31,543 that is Samoa Joe once more. 2701 02:22:32,110 --> 02:22:36,147 [Cole] A triumphant champion, AJ Styles, 2702 02:22:36,214 --> 02:22:40,852 on top of the world from SmackDown LIVE. 2703 02:22:41,452 --> 02:22:47,825 Coming up next, we guarantee we will crown a new Universal Champion. 2704 02:22:47,892 --> 02:22:49,594 ♪ No, they don't want none ♪ 2705 02:22:49,661 --> 02:22:51,195 ♪ No, they don't want none ♪ 2706 02:22:51,262 --> 02:22:52,797 ♪ No, they don't want none ♪ 2707 02:22:52,864 --> 02:22:54,265 ♪ No, they don't want none ♪ 2708 02:23:27,999 --> 02:23:31,569 [Greg] Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome the acting general manager 2709 02:23:31,636 --> 02:23:36,608 of Monday Night RAW, Baron Corbin. 2710 02:23:36,674 --> 02:23:38,676 [Corbin's theme song plays] 2711 02:23:39,410 --> 02:23:43,982 [Cole] There is a reason for Baron Corbin to be here for this matchup. 2712 02:23:44,749 --> 02:23:46,851 [Corey] Of course, there is, Michael Cole, 2713 02:23:46,918 --> 02:23:49,487 he's the acting general manager of Monday Night RAW. 2714 02:23:51,055 --> 02:23:54,459 [Cole] The point I'm trying to make is the Universal Championship 2715 02:23:54,525 --> 02:23:57,762 was vacated by Roman Reigns a few weeks ago 2716 02:23:57,829 --> 02:24:00,498 because Roman Reigns is battling leukemia. 2717 02:24:02,800 --> 02:24:04,736 So now we have this matchup. 2718 02:24:07,405 --> 02:24:12,744 [Corey] I had the pleasure of flying all the way here next to Baron Corbin. 2719 02:24:12,810 --> 02:24:14,879 It was an absolutely glorious flight. 2720 02:24:15,613 --> 02:24:18,650 The acting general manager is so excited 2721 02:24:18,716 --> 02:24:23,121 to have a brand new Universal Champion to represent Monday Night RAW. 2722 02:24:24,655 --> 02:24:28,026 ♪ I'll be your end of days ♪ 2723 02:24:28,092 --> 02:24:32,163 ♪ End, end, end, end of days ♪ 2724 02:24:35,166 --> 02:24:37,268 ♪ Out of the ashes… ♪ 2725 02:24:37,335 --> 02:24:40,038 [Cole] And Baron Corbin looking at the Universal Title, 2726 02:24:40,104 --> 02:24:42,974 of course, being displayed here at ringside. 2727 02:24:43,041 --> 02:24:44,942 Either Brock Lesnar or Braun Strowman, 2728 02:24:45,009 --> 02:24:48,813 one of those men guaranteed to become the new Universal Champion here tonight 2729 02:24:48,880 --> 02:24:49,881 at Crown Jewel. 2730 02:24:49,947 --> 02:24:53,718 This past Monday, Baron Corbin had the Universal Title over his own shoulder 2731 02:24:53,785 --> 02:24:55,386 and seemed to take quite a liking to it. 2732 02:24:55,453 --> 02:24:56,854 -[Cole] Yeah. -[Renee] Sure, he did. 2733 02:24:56,921 --> 02:24:59,123 [Cole] Powerslammed a number of times by Braun Strowman. 2734 02:24:59,190 --> 02:25:00,958 [Corey] Why do you keep bringing up the past? 2735 02:25:01,025 --> 02:25:05,163 [Renee] Unfortunately for him, The Beast Incarnate is here, Brock Lesnar. 2736 02:25:05,229 --> 02:25:07,231 [Brock's theme music plays] 2737 02:25:07,298 --> 02:25:09,300 [crowd cheering] 2738 02:25:24,415 --> 02:25:28,119 [Corey] What we are about to witness will not be for the faint of heart. 2739 02:25:29,253 --> 02:25:34,692 One of the most celebrated athletes in the history of combat sports 2740 02:25:34,759 --> 02:25:36,627 making his way to the ring 2741 02:25:36,694 --> 02:25:40,898 in an attempt to reclaim the Universal Championship 2742 02:25:40,965 --> 02:25:42,600 Lesnar once held so proudly. 2743 02:25:43,768 --> 02:25:49,807 [Cole] Brock Lesnar held the Universal Title for 504 days. 2744 02:25:51,709 --> 02:25:54,812 An incredible reign by The Beast. 2745 02:25:55,847 --> 02:25:57,648 [Corey] And it was this past Monday, 2746 02:25:57,715 --> 02:26:00,852 after an unprovoked assault by Braun Strowman on Baron Corbin, 2747 02:26:00,918 --> 02:26:07,091 we actually saw The Beast Incarnate deliver a ring-shaking F-5 2748 02:26:07,158 --> 02:26:08,726 to The Monster Among Men. 2749 02:26:08,793 --> 02:26:10,394 Will the past repeat itself? 2750 02:26:16,534 --> 02:26:19,470 [Renee] Brock Lesnar is the most terrifying man 2751 02:26:19,537 --> 02:26:21,372 I have ever crossed paths with. 2752 02:26:21,439 --> 02:26:23,641 There's so many Superstars in the back here. 2753 02:26:23,708 --> 02:26:28,012 When Brock Lesnar is out, it changes the entire feel of everything through WWE. 2754 02:26:28,079 --> 02:26:31,115 [Corey] I think a stadium full of people would agree with you. 2755 02:26:31,182 --> 02:26:33,417 The minute his guitar riff hits in his music, 2756 02:26:33,484 --> 02:26:35,286 the energy changes in the building. 2757 02:26:36,521 --> 02:26:38,322 [Cole] I felt the wrath of that man. 2758 02:26:39,557 --> 02:26:43,261 [Corey] Now that's some old stuff I'm okay with you bringing up. [chuckles] 2759 02:26:43,327 --> 02:26:45,329 [Braun's theme music plays] 2760 02:26:45,396 --> 02:26:47,064 [crowd cheering] 2761 02:26:54,639 --> 02:26:58,075 [Cole] This is a very important night in the career of Braun Strowman, 2762 02:26:58,142 --> 02:26:59,477 to say the least. 2763 02:27:00,278 --> 02:27:06,384 Braun Strowman with an opportunity to win his first Universal Championship 2764 02:27:07,718 --> 02:27:09,420 here in WWE. 2765 02:27:16,928 --> 02:27:20,431 [Corey] The Monster Among Men surveying the scene 2766 02:27:20,498 --> 02:27:24,101 of what could be a defining moment in his career. 2767 02:27:30,041 --> 02:27:33,477 We are moments away from finding out if, in fact, 2768 02:27:33,544 --> 02:27:37,381 Brock Lesnar will get these hands. 2769 02:27:37,448 --> 02:27:41,285 [Renee] Braun Strowman looks focused, more ready than ever. 2770 02:27:41,352 --> 02:27:42,386 So confident. 2771 02:27:47,658 --> 02:27:50,561 Either way, tonight we have a new Universal Champion. 2772 02:27:50,628 --> 02:27:52,330 [Cole] Yeah, guaranteed. 2773 02:27:52,396 --> 02:27:53,598 One of these two men. 2774 02:27:55,733 --> 02:28:01,138 [Corey] Strowman's eyes have not broken the gaze of Brock Lesnar. 2775 02:28:01,205 --> 02:28:03,741 These two foals are set to clash. 2776 02:28:04,275 --> 02:28:07,812 [Renee] It's like a T. rex versus a great white shark. 2777 02:28:16,754 --> 02:28:18,122 [bell dings] 2778 02:28:18,189 --> 02:28:20,358 The following contest scheduled for one fall 2779 02:28:20,424 --> 02:28:25,596 is for the Universal Championship! 2780 02:28:27,164 --> 02:28:28,633 Introducing first, 2781 02:28:28,699 --> 02:28:34,972 weighing in at 385 pounds, 2782 02:28:35,539 --> 02:28:40,478 Braun Strowman! 2783 02:28:40,544 --> 02:28:42,546 [screams] 2784 02:28:44,582 --> 02:28:45,616 And his opponent… 2785 02:28:47,485 --> 02:28:49,487 [crowd cheering] 2786 02:28:51,155 --> 02:28:56,527 Ladies and gentlemen, my name is Paul Heyman. 2787 02:28:57,461 --> 02:28:59,630 Let's just get this out of the way. 2788 02:28:59,697 --> 02:29:02,533 You'll hear this is just a few minutes. 2789 02:29:02,600 --> 02:29:07,338 Your winner and new, reigning, defending 2790 02:29:07,405 --> 02:29:12,677 Undisputed Universal Heavyweight Champion, 2791 02:29:12,743 --> 02:29:16,781 Brock Lesnar! 2792 02:29:16,847 --> 02:29:19,517 [Renee] That was not a prediction. That was a spoiler. 2793 02:29:21,185 --> 02:29:23,754 [Cole] Acting General Manager Corbin going to, uh, 2794 02:29:23,821 --> 02:29:28,359 present the championship to the official and to, obviously, the competitors. 2795 02:29:28,426 --> 02:29:31,295 One of these two men will be the Universal Champion 2796 02:29:31,362 --> 02:29:33,130 after this match tonight. 2797 02:29:36,901 --> 02:29:39,503 Oh, my God! What the heck is he doing? 2798 02:29:40,404 --> 02:29:43,107 Corbin! Corbin blasted Strowman with the championship… 2799 02:29:43,174 --> 02:29:45,309 -[bell dings] -…and told the referee to ring the bell! 2800 02:29:45,376 --> 02:29:48,045 -[Renee] What the hell? -You gotta be kidding me! 2801 02:29:48,112 --> 02:29:49,113 This is ridiculous! 2802 02:29:49,180 --> 02:29:51,782 And now Lesnar with an F-5 to Braun Strowman! 2803 02:29:52,850 --> 02:29:55,586 And the cover by Lesnar! Not like this! 2804 02:29:55,653 --> 02:29:57,588 Oh my God! Strowman kicked out! 2805 02:29:58,222 --> 02:29:59,423 You gotta be kidding me! 2806 02:29:59,490 --> 02:30:01,058 What the hell is Corbin doing? 2807 02:30:03,527 --> 02:30:04,595 [Corey] It's obvious. 2808 02:30:04,662 --> 02:30:07,798 Baron Corbin believes Brock Lesnar's best suited to represent Monday Night RAW. 2809 02:30:07,865 --> 02:30:09,233 [Cole] Come on! That's ridiculous! 2810 02:30:09,300 --> 02:30:12,269 -[Renee] In what capacity? -I'm not saying I agree with it! 2811 02:30:12,336 --> 02:30:16,540 [Cole] And now, Lesnar again, lifting Strowman up on his shoulders! 2812 02:30:16,607 --> 02:30:19,543 And looking for a massive F-5 a second time! 2813 02:30:19,610 --> 02:30:22,446 -[Renee] This is an assault! -[Corey] No one survives two! 2814 02:30:22,513 --> 02:30:24,815 [Cole] Cover again by Lesnar! 2815 02:30:24,882 --> 02:30:27,051 Strowman kicks out again! 2816 02:30:27,118 --> 02:30:28,119 [Corey] What? 2817 02:30:29,353 --> 02:30:30,921 [Cole] Brock cannot believe it! 2818 02:30:31,622 --> 02:30:33,024 Brock in disbelief! 2819 02:30:33,090 --> 02:30:37,661 No one here can believe that Strowman has kicked out of two F-5s! 2820 02:30:38,262 --> 02:30:40,765 Paul Heyman is beside himself at ringside! 2821 02:30:40,831 --> 02:30:43,834 [Renee] These men are not human, neither one of them. 2822 02:30:45,169 --> 02:30:47,138 [Cole] Strowman struggling to make it to his feet. 2823 02:30:47,204 --> 02:30:50,174 Lesnar once again stalking Braun Strowman. 2824 02:30:50,241 --> 02:30:52,009 Lifts Strowman up on his shoulders. 2825 02:30:52,076 --> 02:30:54,345 And now looking for a third F-5 in this match! 2826 02:30:54,412 --> 02:30:56,247 And he delivers it! 2827 02:30:56,313 --> 02:30:59,083 Strowman is down after a third F-5! 2828 02:30:59,150 --> 02:31:01,419 And a cover by Brock! Hook of the leg! 2829 02:31:01,485 --> 02:31:04,255 And Strowman kicked out a third time! 2830 02:31:04,955 --> 02:31:06,457 [Corey] What is it gonna take? 2831 02:31:07,925 --> 02:31:09,226 [Cole] Are you kidding me? 2832 02:31:11,662 --> 02:31:13,397 Three straight F-5s! 2833 02:31:14,698 --> 02:31:16,333 Three straight kick-outs! 2834 02:31:16,400 --> 02:31:19,103 [Renee] I don't wanna see what Brock Lesnar wants to do 2835 02:31:19,170 --> 02:31:21,405 if Braun Strowman survives three F-5s! 2836 02:31:21,472 --> 02:31:24,008 [Corey] I've never seen that look on the face of Brock Lesnar, 2837 02:31:24,074 --> 02:31:26,677 but it's as close to doubt as I think I've ever seen! 2838 02:31:27,478 --> 02:31:29,647 [Cole] Strowman struggling back to his feet. 2839 02:31:29,713 --> 02:31:31,949 And now Brock Lesnar, what does he do? 2840 02:31:32,016 --> 02:31:33,918 He goes for a fourth F-5! 2841 02:31:33,984 --> 02:31:35,820 Lifts Strowman up on his shoulders! 2842 02:31:35,886 --> 02:31:38,189 -Now Strowman F-5'ed out of the ring! -[Corey] Oh, my God! 2843 02:31:38,255 --> 02:31:39,990 All the way to the outside! 2844 02:31:40,057 --> 02:31:41,459 [Renee] Like a body bag! 2845 02:31:41,525 --> 02:31:44,595 [Cole] Strowman is F-5'ed out of the ring! 2846 02:31:46,897 --> 02:31:50,100 The official has begun to count, and this is odd because normally 2847 02:31:50,167 --> 02:31:52,636 a championship doesn't change hands in a countout. 2848 02:31:52,703 --> 02:31:56,273 [Corey] I'd agree with you, but there's no champion's advantage tonight. 2849 02:31:56,340 --> 02:31:59,343 Whoever wins this match is champion! This is winner take all! 2850 02:31:59,410 --> 02:32:00,411 [Renee] Oh, my God, 2851 02:32:00,478 --> 02:32:03,080 Brock Lesnar might become the new Universal Champion via countout? 2852 02:32:03,147 --> 02:32:04,915 [Cole] Yeah, but was that a desperate Lesnar? 2853 02:32:04,982 --> 02:32:08,085 To F-5 Strowman out of the ring, hoping for a countout victory! 2854 02:32:08,152 --> 02:32:10,121 [Corey] Lesnar will take it any way he can get it! 2855 02:32:10,187 --> 02:32:13,691 [Cole] But he won't get it there. Strowman is back in the ring. 2856 02:32:13,757 --> 02:32:14,758 [Renee] What's next? 2857 02:32:16,927 --> 02:32:19,530 That's four F-5s! Four F-5s! 2858 02:32:19,597 --> 02:32:22,600 [Corey] One of them all the way to the outside, to the floor! 2859 02:32:23,667 --> 02:32:27,104 That has never been done before, and now Lesnar taking the gloves off! 2860 02:32:27,171 --> 02:32:28,572 [Renee] Going bare-knuckles! 2861 02:32:31,976 --> 02:32:33,177 [Cole] Lesnar's gotta… 2862 02:32:33,244 --> 02:32:34,612 He's trying to figure out 2863 02:32:34,678 --> 02:32:37,848 what does he have to do to put this monster away! 2864 02:32:39,283 --> 02:32:43,787 Strowman back to his feet, Brock Lesnar going for F-5 number five! 2865 02:32:43,854 --> 02:32:48,125 Strowman, though, with a boot to the face, looking to rally! 2866 02:32:48,192 --> 02:32:49,994 How is Strowman even in this? 2867 02:32:50,060 --> 02:32:52,229 -Lesnar with him up again! -[Corey] Wow! 2868 02:32:52,296 --> 02:32:55,065 -Unbelievable! -[Cole] And steps out the rally. 2869 02:32:55,132 --> 02:32:58,435 -[Corey] That's it. That's gotta be it! -The fifth F-5 on Strowman! 2870 02:32:58,502 --> 02:33:02,940 And Brock Lesnar wins the Universal Championship! 2871 02:33:03,007 --> 02:33:09,413 [Greg] Here is your winner, and the new Universal Champion, 2872 02:33:09,480 --> 02:33:12,750 Brock Lesnar! 2873 02:33:13,417 --> 02:33:18,055 [Corey] Braun Strowman never had a chance to get out of the gate! 2874 02:33:18,122 --> 02:33:20,424 [Renee] Yeah, because Baron Corbin attacked him 2875 02:33:20,491 --> 02:33:23,561 with the Universal Championship right in the back of the neck! 2876 02:33:23,627 --> 02:33:26,063 [Cole] You're right, Renee, he did do that! 2877 02:33:26,130 --> 02:33:30,100 Braun Strowman survived four F-5s! 2878 02:33:30,167 --> 02:33:33,904 One out of the ring, the final one was it! 2879 02:33:33,971 --> 02:33:37,007 Brock Lesnar is again representing Monday Night RAW. 2880 02:33:37,641 --> 02:33:40,744 Brock Lesnar is again your Universal Champion! 2881 02:33:40,811 --> 02:33:43,581 And there's gonna be a lot of people that don't like it! 2882 02:33:43,647 --> 02:33:46,083 But Brock Lesnar won the title here tonight! 2883 02:33:46,150 --> 02:33:50,387 [Corey] You don't have to like it, but you have no choice but to accept it! 2884 02:33:50,454 --> 02:33:53,724 We have reentered the era of The Beast! 2885 02:33:53,791 --> 02:33:54,992 [Cole] And watch Corbin, 2886 02:33:55,059 --> 02:33:58,095 with the championship right to the back of the neck! 2887 02:33:58,162 --> 02:34:00,564 [Renee] What a brutal advantage for Brock Lesnar! 2888 02:34:00,631 --> 02:34:03,567 [Cole] Lesnar's like, "Whatever, I'll take the opportunity!" 2889 02:34:03,634 --> 02:34:04,935 And here's the first F-5! 2890 02:34:06,170 --> 02:34:09,440 And this one here, a normal man would have been taken out! 2891 02:34:09,506 --> 02:34:10,507 But he wasn't! 2892 02:34:10,574 --> 02:34:11,976 Strowman kicked out! 2893 02:34:12,042 --> 02:34:14,345 [Corey] Brock wasn't dealing with a normal man, 2894 02:34:14,411 --> 02:34:16,847 he was dealing with The Monster Among Men 2895 02:34:16,914 --> 02:34:20,484 and had to kick things up to a whole other level! 2896 02:34:20,551 --> 02:34:22,586 Launching Strowman to the outside! 2897 02:34:22,653 --> 02:34:26,423 But as Braun finally attempted to get back in the fight, 2898 02:34:26,490 --> 02:34:30,361 a fifth, fifth F-5 2899 02:34:30,427 --> 02:34:34,064 would finally fell Braun Strowman for three! 2900 02:34:34,131 --> 02:34:37,167 [Cole] So the story tonight, the headline is this! 2901 02:34:37,234 --> 02:34:39,069 The Beast is back! 2902 02:34:39,136 --> 02:34:41,705 The Beast is Universal Champion! 2903 02:34:41,772 --> 02:34:45,476 But there is a headline rolling on the floor! 2904 02:34:46,110 --> 02:34:47,511 And that headline is this! 2905 02:34:47,578 --> 02:34:50,314 If you're Acting RAW General Manager Baron Corbin, 2906 02:34:50,381 --> 02:34:51,982 you better watch your back! 2907 02:34:52,049 --> 02:34:54,718 Because The Monster Among Men, Braun Strowman, 2908 02:34:54,785 --> 02:34:57,721 will not forget what happened to him tonight! 2909 02:34:57,788 --> 02:35:00,457 [Renee] Tonight, Brock Lesnar celebrates! 2910 02:35:01,659 --> 02:35:03,327 [Brock's theme music plays] 2911 02:35:09,333 --> 02:35:12,903 [Cole] I'm shocked at what has transpired here tonight! 2912 02:35:12,970 --> 02:35:14,738 And the way that it's transpired! 2913 02:35:17,675 --> 02:35:18,976 I'm so proud of you! 2914 02:35:19,043 --> 02:35:21,512 [Corey] There's gonna be a lot of questions asked! 2915 02:35:22,413 --> 02:35:25,282 There's gonna be a lot of conspiracy theories raised! 2916 02:35:26,750 --> 02:35:30,154 The fact is, the Undisputable, Indisputable, 2917 02:35:30,220 --> 02:35:33,357 the Universal Champion is Brock Lesnar once again! 2918 02:35:33,424 --> 02:35:35,726 [Cole] There's one man that's not gonna ask any questions! 2919 02:35:35,793 --> 02:35:38,696 That man is lying right in front of our announce table now! 2920 02:35:38,762 --> 02:35:41,031 When he figures out what the heck is going on, 2921 02:35:41,098 --> 02:35:43,500 when he figures out what Baron Corbin did to him, 2922 02:35:43,567 --> 02:35:45,035 there's gonna be hell to pay! 2923 02:35:45,102 --> 02:35:49,073 But Brock Lesnar is once again Universal Champion! 2924 02:35:59,116 --> 02:36:01,018 [man] Who rules this universe? 2925 02:36:01,885 --> 02:36:04,121 One is the Monday night monster. 2926 02:36:04,188 --> 02:36:06,290 The other, the Tuesday night tornado. 2927 02:36:06,357 --> 02:36:09,159 RAW is a who's who of greatness. 2928 02:36:09,226 --> 02:36:11,862 SmackDown, larger than lifeline. 2929 02:36:11,929 --> 02:36:14,465 [Cole] The one night a year, RAW and SmackDown 2930 02:36:14,531 --> 02:36:16,734 compete in head-to-head competition. 2931 02:36:16,800 --> 02:36:19,737 [man] Survival is everything! 2932 02:36:25,509 --> 02:36:28,779 It is the one night a year that SmackDown and RAW Superstars 2933 02:36:28,846 --> 02:36:31,048 go head-to-head in competition. 2934 02:36:31,115 --> 02:36:34,385 And that happens at Survivor Series, two weeks from Sunday, 2935 02:36:34,451 --> 02:36:36,887 streaming live on the WWE Network. 2936 02:36:36,954 --> 02:36:40,524 Of course, we know now who the Universal Champion will be. 2937 02:36:40,591 --> 02:36:42,993 We also know who the WWE Champion's gonna be 2938 02:36:43,060 --> 02:36:44,928 when they clash at Survivor Series. 2939 02:36:44,995 --> 02:36:48,365 [Corey] It will be, representing Monday Night RAW, 2940 02:36:48,432 --> 02:36:52,703 the brand new Universal Champion, The Beast, Brock Lesnar, 2941 02:36:52,770 --> 02:36:57,808 one-on-one with The Phenomenal AJ Styles! 2942 02:36:57,875 --> 02:37:00,210 This one is gonna be unforgettable for sure! 2943 02:37:00,277 --> 02:37:02,346 [Cole] And what about this dream matchup? 2944 02:37:02,413 --> 02:37:05,449 It is the Intercontinental Champion from Monday Night RAW, 2945 02:37:05,516 --> 02:37:07,885 The Kingslayer, Seth Rollins 2946 02:37:07,951 --> 02:37:11,388 against the United States Champion from SmackDown, 2947 02:37:11,455 --> 02:37:13,290 Shinsuke Nakamura! 2948 02:37:13,357 --> 02:37:17,828 Rollins versus Nakamura, two weeks from Sunday at Survivor Series. 2949 02:37:17,895 --> 02:37:19,496 [Renee] And take a look at this, 2950 02:37:19,563 --> 02:37:23,534 two of the most talked about women in all of WWE, 2951 02:37:23,600 --> 02:37:26,437 the self-proclaimed, The Man, Becky Lynch, 2952 02:37:26,503 --> 02:37:30,808 taking on the Baddest Woman on the Planet, "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey. 2953 02:37:30,874 --> 02:37:33,844 RAW Women's Champion versus the SmackDown Women's Champion. 2954 02:37:33,911 --> 02:37:36,680 [Cole] That's at Survivor Series, two weeks from Sunday. 2955 02:37:36,747 --> 02:37:39,583 But tonight, we still have to crown the best in the world. 2956 02:37:39,650 --> 02:37:42,719 It's the finals of the World Cup Tournament! 2957 02:37:42,786 --> 02:37:43,787 Right now! 2958 02:37:48,692 --> 02:37:50,093 [Greg] Ladies and gentlemen, 2959 02:37:50,160 --> 02:37:53,797 please welcome the Commissioner of SmackDown LIVE, 2960 02:37:53,864 --> 02:37:57,067 Shane McMahon! 2961 02:37:57,134 --> 02:37:58,735 ♪ Here comes the money ♪ 2962 02:37:58,802 --> 02:38:01,205 ♪ Here we go, money talks ♪ 2963 02:38:01,271 --> 02:38:03,040 ♪ Here comes the money… ♪ 2964 02:38:03,106 --> 02:38:06,043 [Cole] Of course, Commissioner Shane McMahon here tonight, 2965 02:38:06,109 --> 02:38:07,978 representing SmackDown. 2966 02:38:08,045 --> 02:38:09,913 And remember what he said. 2967 02:38:11,081 --> 02:38:13,217 And it pertains to The Miz, Corey. 2968 02:38:13,283 --> 02:38:16,520 Miz has gotta win tonight, or he's not gonna have a show to go to. 2969 02:38:16,587 --> 02:38:17,988 He's gonna be fired from SmackDown! 2970 02:38:18,055 --> 02:38:21,058 [Corey] It was a decree made this past week on SmackDown LIVE 2971 02:38:21,124 --> 02:38:23,427 that if you were the SmackDown representative 2972 02:38:23,493 --> 02:38:26,096 and you made it to the finals but you came up short, 2973 02:38:26,163 --> 02:38:30,400 you would be, "Crawling away from SmackDown." 2974 02:38:30,467 --> 02:38:34,338 [Cole] There's the Acting General Manager for Monday Night RAW, Baron Corbin, 2975 02:38:34,404 --> 02:38:36,607 with a huge smile on his face. 2976 02:38:36,673 --> 02:38:38,509 He's already affected the outcome 2977 02:38:38,575 --> 02:38:40,978 of the Universal Championship Match moments ago. 2978 02:38:41,044 --> 02:38:43,046 [speaking indistinctly] 2979 02:38:47,351 --> 02:38:48,685 [bell dings] 2980 02:38:48,752 --> 02:38:53,423 [Greg] The following is the finals of the WWE World Cup Tournament 2981 02:38:53,490 --> 02:38:57,628 to determine who is the best in the world! 2982 02:38:59,162 --> 02:39:01,231 [Miz] Awesome! 2983 02:39:01,298 --> 02:39:02,399 ♪ I came to play ♪ 2984 02:39:02,466 --> 02:39:04,568 ♪ I came to play, there's a price to pay ♪ 2985 02:39:04,635 --> 02:39:06,770 ♪ Time for you to get down on your knees And pray ♪ 2986 02:39:06,837 --> 02:39:07,838 ♪ I came to play ♪ 2987 02:39:07,905 --> 02:39:10,073 ♪ Say goodbye to the good old days ♪ 2988 02:39:10,140 --> 02:39:12,175 ♪ They're never coming back Watch your future fade ♪ 2989 02:39:12,242 --> 02:39:13,243 ♪ I came to play ♪ 2990 02:39:13,310 --> 02:39:15,946 ♪ I came to play, to get my dues paid… ♪ 2991 02:39:16,013 --> 02:39:19,616 [Cole] Well, we're gonna show you The Miz's path to the finals 2992 02:39:19,683 --> 02:39:25,222 of the World Cup Tournament to determine the best in the world in WWE. 2993 02:39:25,289 --> 02:39:27,791 ♪ Time for you to get down on your knees And pray ♪ 2994 02:39:27,858 --> 02:39:28,859 ♪ I came to play ♪ 2995 02:39:28,926 --> 02:39:30,794 ♪ Say goodbye to the good old days… ♪ 2996 02:39:30,861 --> 02:39:34,665 In Miz's first round matchup, Corey, he was one-on-one with Jeff Hardy. 2997 02:39:34,731 --> 02:39:38,101 [Corey] Jeff Hardy brought everything he could to the battle, 2998 02:39:38,168 --> 02:39:42,906 but The Miz with a well-countered Skull-Crushing Finale, 2999 02:39:42,973 --> 02:39:45,909 toppling the dreams of The Charismatic Enigma, 3000 02:39:45,976 --> 02:39:48,579 and moving The A-Lister to the next round. 3001 02:39:49,246 --> 02:39:53,083 [Cole] And then Miz, in action against the previously injured Rey Mysterio, 3002 02:39:53,150 --> 02:39:56,253 who had been battling rib injuries throughout the entire match. 3003 02:39:56,320 --> 02:39:59,556 [Cole] But it's not like it wasn't inspirational in his own right, 3004 02:39:59,623 --> 02:40:02,259 with a possibly bruised trachea. 3005 02:40:02,326 --> 02:40:06,129 The Miz would overcome the odds and advance to the finals, 3006 02:40:06,196 --> 02:40:12,469 where we could now be moments away from crowning an A-List best in the world. 3007 02:40:12,536 --> 02:40:16,406 [Cole] Is there pressure on Miz tonight, considering he might be out of a job? 3008 02:40:16,473 --> 02:40:19,710 [Renee] He just mouthed the words to Shane McMahon, "I got this." 3009 02:40:19,776 --> 02:40:21,712 Miz is as confident as ever. 3010 02:40:22,546 --> 02:40:25,682 [Corey] I don't think Shane McMahon has anything to worry about, 3011 02:40:25,749 --> 02:40:26,850 to be totally honest. 3012 02:40:27,918 --> 02:40:29,553 ♪ I'm here to show the world ♪ 3013 02:40:29,619 --> 02:40:31,355 ♪ I'm here to show the world ♪ 3014 02:40:31,421 --> 02:40:32,789 ♪ Come on ♪ 3015 02:40:32,856 --> 02:40:34,291 ♪ Bring it on… ♪ 3016 02:40:39,997 --> 02:40:41,465 I'll take care of it, boss. 3017 02:40:41,531 --> 02:40:44,534 Michael Cole, that was Acting General Manager Baron Corbin 3018 02:40:44,601 --> 02:40:48,872 demanding us, we, let the WWE Universe, that Monday Night RAW is taking us home. 3019 02:40:48,939 --> 02:40:51,308 [Cole] Listen, you said that Miz has nothing to worry about. 3020 02:40:51,375 --> 02:40:53,677 -[Corey] I'm unbiased. -[Cole] Perhaps he does. 3021 02:40:53,744 --> 02:40:56,680 Drew McIntyre, accompanying Dolph. We're gonna show you why. 3022 02:40:56,747 --> 02:40:59,249 First round matchup, Ziggler and Kurt Angle. 3023 02:40:59,983 --> 02:41:02,686 [Corey] Ziggler was in the ring with one of his heroes, 3024 02:41:02,753 --> 02:41:05,722 and Angle lived up to the Hall of Fame hype 3025 02:41:05,789 --> 02:41:08,492 but just could not seal the deal. 3026 02:41:08,558 --> 02:41:10,160 Despite coming incredibly close 3027 02:41:10,227 --> 02:41:14,164 and inflicting a great deal of damage to the ankle of Dolph Ziggler, 3028 02:41:14,231 --> 02:41:18,001 Dolph would overcome on an overzealous Kurt Angle. 3029 02:41:18,769 --> 02:41:22,706 Nailed a Zig Zag, boom, and move to round number two. 3030 02:41:22,773 --> 02:41:24,708 [Cole] But then, in round number two, 3031 02:41:24,775 --> 02:41:28,679 it would be Dolph Ziggler taking on Seth Rollins, an old rival. 3032 02:41:28,745 --> 02:41:32,015 And this is where the McIntyre factor would come into play. 3033 02:41:32,082 --> 02:41:35,886 [Corey] Well, it could be argued that Seth Rollins caused his own defeat. 3034 02:41:37,454 --> 02:41:41,858 Causing a distraction, allowing McIntyre to actually interfere, 3035 02:41:41,925 --> 02:41:44,594 allowing Dolph to land a superkick. 3036 02:41:44,661 --> 02:41:47,964 Regardless of the McIntyre interference, Dolph is in the finals. 3037 02:41:48,031 --> 02:41:49,699 [Cole] You're like a spin doctor. 3038 02:41:50,467 --> 02:41:54,604 McIntyre clearly got involved and cost Seth the match. 3039 02:41:54,671 --> 02:41:57,941 [Corey] After Seth attacked Drew without provocation. 3040 02:42:00,277 --> 02:42:04,815 Introducing first, weighing in at 221 pounds 3041 02:42:04,881 --> 02:42:09,820 and residing in Hollywood, California, 3042 02:42:11,021 --> 02:42:14,858 The Miz! 3043 02:42:19,429 --> 02:42:22,265 And his opponent, accompanied by Drew McIntyre, 3044 02:42:23,033 --> 02:42:25,168 residing in Hollywood, Florida, 3045 02:42:25,235 --> 02:42:28,739 and weighing in at 218 pounds, 3046 02:42:28,805 --> 02:42:32,709 Dolph Ziggler! 3047 02:42:36,279 --> 02:42:37,881 [Cole] Ziggler and Miz. 3048 02:42:38,648 --> 02:42:40,317 Long-time rivals. 3049 02:42:42,352 --> 02:42:44,821 They've battled for years over many championships, 3050 02:42:44,888 --> 02:42:46,757 including the Intercontinental Title. 3051 02:42:46,823 --> 02:42:50,327 And tonight, they square off to determine who is the best in the world. 3052 02:42:55,632 --> 02:42:58,568 This is one-on-one. He needs to go to the back. 3053 02:42:58,635 --> 02:43:01,304 -Drew, to the back. Let's go. -He's always by my side. 3054 02:43:02,172 --> 02:43:03,940 -He needs to go. -What are you talking about? 3055 02:43:04,007 --> 02:43:05,809 -That's enough. -He's by my side all the time. 3056 02:43:05,876 --> 02:43:07,944 He needs to go to the back. It's one-on-one. 3057 02:43:08,011 --> 02:43:10,046 -It's you versus The Miz. -I'm not telling him that. 3058 02:43:10,113 --> 02:43:13,116 -He's staying right here. -Let's go. Out. Let's go. Out. 3059 02:43:13,183 --> 02:43:14,184 Drew, let's go. 3060 02:43:15,385 --> 02:43:17,554 -[Cole] I love this decision. -[Renee] Good! 3061 02:43:17,621 --> 02:43:19,756 He needs to get to the back before I start this match. 3062 02:43:19,823 --> 02:43:21,391 Get the grips, McIntyre. 3063 02:43:21,458 --> 02:43:23,560 He needs to go to the back before I start this match. 3064 02:43:23,627 --> 02:43:25,896 You beat Kurt Angle, you beat Seth Rollins, 3065 02:43:25,962 --> 02:43:27,130 you can beat this punk. 3066 02:43:27,197 --> 02:43:29,800 That's enough. That's enough. To the back. 3067 02:43:29,866 --> 02:43:30,867 Let's go. 3068 02:43:30,934 --> 02:43:33,737 [Cole] Great decision by official Ryan Tran 3069 02:43:33,804 --> 02:43:36,907 to put Dolph Ziggler on an even playing field with Miz. 3070 02:43:36,973 --> 02:43:38,175 And Miz attacks Ziggler. 3071 02:43:38,241 --> 02:43:40,811 Matchup has not started yet. Bell has not rung. 3072 02:43:40,877 --> 02:43:42,045 Hey! Come on. 3073 02:43:42,913 --> 02:43:44,714 [Corey] Miz will stop at nothing. 3074 02:43:46,183 --> 02:43:48,185 -And again. -Come on. That's enough. 3075 02:43:48,251 --> 02:43:51,888 [Corey] The referee still hasn't called for the bell to begin the matchup. 3076 02:43:53,623 --> 02:43:57,194 [Cole] Miz doesn't care. Trying to take every advantage he can. 3077 02:43:59,963 --> 02:44:01,431 [Corey] We've said ad nauseam 3078 02:44:01,498 --> 02:44:04,568 that Miz will do anything it takes to emerge… Oh! 3079 02:44:04,634 --> 02:44:06,336 -[Renee] Oh! -[Cole] Wait a minute. 3080 02:44:11,841 --> 02:44:12,842 [Mason] Come on. 3081 02:44:14,978 --> 02:44:16,246 Let's go. In the ring. 3082 02:44:20,917 --> 02:44:23,019 Get it back in the ring, Dolph. Let's go. 3083 02:44:23,086 --> 02:44:25,322 [Cole] Well, Dolph Ziggler now hammering away on The Miz. 3084 02:44:25,388 --> 02:44:27,424 This match hasn't started yet, folks. 3085 02:44:27,490 --> 02:44:30,594 And Miz apparently came up lame when he came out of the ring. 3086 02:44:30,660 --> 02:44:33,463 Ziggler driven shoulder-first into the steps. 3087 02:44:34,197 --> 02:44:36,299 And somebody's gotta get some control here. 3088 02:44:37,067 --> 02:44:38,635 [Renee] I think Miz needs help. 3089 02:44:39,236 --> 02:44:41,938 [Corey] I wouldn't go that far. There's a lot at stake. 3090 02:44:43,673 --> 02:44:44,975 You guys, get in the ring. 3091 02:44:50,580 --> 02:44:51,581 Come on. 3092 02:44:51,648 --> 02:44:54,684 [Cole] The official forcing Ziggler and Miz back into the ring 3093 02:44:54,751 --> 02:44:56,353 before he can start this. 3094 02:44:56,419 --> 02:45:00,323 [Corey] But Miz is a big game competitor. He wants to be the best in the world. 3095 02:45:05,528 --> 02:45:07,230 Let's start this in the ring, Miz. 3096 02:45:07,831 --> 02:45:09,566 -Can you continue? -I'm fine! 3097 02:45:09,633 --> 02:45:10,967 -Can you compete? -I'm fine! 3098 02:45:11,034 --> 02:45:14,170 Come on, you gotta get on your feet. Come on. You gotta show me you can get in. 3099 02:45:14,237 --> 02:45:16,106 -I'm fine! I'm fine! -Can you do this? 3100 02:45:16,172 --> 02:45:17,874 -Yes, yes, yes, yes! -Okay, bring it home. 3101 02:45:17,941 --> 02:45:19,643 You gotta show me you can get in the ring. 3102 02:45:19,709 --> 02:45:21,111 -Come on. -Bring it home. 3103 02:45:24,281 --> 02:45:25,682 [Cole] Miz can't even stand. 3104 02:45:29,719 --> 02:45:31,988 He can't even get in. I can't let him compete. 3105 02:45:32,055 --> 02:45:34,024 Get me some referees! Referees! 3106 02:45:34,090 --> 02:45:36,559 Shane, he can't compete. I can't let him do this. 3107 02:45:36,626 --> 02:45:37,794 -A pop. -No. 3108 02:45:39,763 --> 02:45:41,398 I can't let him compete. 3109 02:45:41,464 --> 02:45:43,566 -I can compete. -[Corey] Referee is asking for help. 3110 02:45:43,633 --> 02:45:45,702 Miz, you can't even get in the ring, Miz. 3111 02:45:45,769 --> 02:45:47,804 I promise, I've never been injured. 3112 02:45:47,871 --> 02:45:48,939 [Shane] Hey, hey. 3113 02:45:49,005 --> 02:45:50,006 Forget it. Chill. 3114 02:45:51,741 --> 02:45:53,410 You can't. You can't compete. 3115 02:45:53,476 --> 02:45:55,545 He said you cannot compete, Miz. 3116 02:45:55,612 --> 02:45:57,580 You cannot compete. Sorry. 3117 02:45:57,647 --> 02:45:58,715 I can compete. 3118 02:45:58,782 --> 02:46:00,583 Yes, I can. I've never been injured! 3119 02:46:00,650 --> 02:46:02,152 -I understand. -Leave me alone! 3120 02:46:02,218 --> 02:46:04,421 Miz! Hey! Do not do this. 3121 02:46:04,487 --> 02:46:06,489 [speaking indistinctly] 3122 02:46:07,490 --> 02:46:10,126 It's gonna be a forfeit. Your winner is Dolph Ziggler. 3123 02:46:10,193 --> 02:46:12,662 -His knee is messed. -What are we doing here? 3124 02:46:12,729 --> 02:46:14,531 What are we doing? 3125 02:46:14,597 --> 02:46:15,598 He can't compete. 3126 02:46:15,665 --> 02:46:17,000 -We're not doing it. -He can't go. 3127 02:46:17,067 --> 02:46:19,002 -It's gotta be a forfeit now. -No. 3128 02:46:19,069 --> 02:46:21,204 [Greg] Ladies and gentlemen, unfortunately, 3129 02:46:21,271 --> 02:46:27,043 The Miz cannot compete in the finals of the WWE World Cup Tournament. 3130 02:46:28,044 --> 02:46:29,179 Therefore… 3131 02:46:30,180 --> 02:46:32,282 [crowd cheering] 3132 02:46:32,349 --> 02:46:35,352 It's not going down like that. It's not going down like that. 3133 02:46:35,418 --> 02:46:37,420 No, no, no. Not gonna go down like that. 3134 02:46:37,487 --> 02:46:40,724 This is the finals…. This is the finals for the best in the world. 3135 02:46:40,790 --> 02:46:41,891 The best in the world. 3136 02:46:41,958 --> 02:46:43,893 -Absolutely not. -He can't compete. 3137 02:46:43,960 --> 02:46:45,161 He can't compete, Shane. 3138 02:46:45,228 --> 02:46:47,430 Therefore, your winner by forfeit… 3139 02:46:47,497 --> 02:46:49,099 No. No. 3140 02:46:49,165 --> 02:46:50,166 No. 3141 02:46:50,233 --> 02:46:52,235 [crowd cheering] 3142 02:46:53,403 --> 02:46:54,637 Come here. 3143 02:46:56,973 --> 02:46:58,274 -He can't go? -He can't go. 3144 02:46:58,341 --> 02:46:59,342 I'm gonna go. 3145 02:47:00,377 --> 02:47:01,845 I'm gonna compete. Okay? 3146 02:47:01,911 --> 02:47:02,946 Tell him. 3147 02:47:03,012 --> 02:47:05,048 -You tell him. -He's the official. 3148 02:47:05,115 --> 02:47:07,217 Tell him. He's the official. You tell him. 3149 02:47:07,283 --> 02:47:10,053 -I'm gonna take his place. -Is that what we're gonna do? 3150 02:47:11,121 --> 02:47:12,122 Tell him. 3151 02:47:12,188 --> 02:47:14,190 [crowd cheering] 3152 02:47:15,025 --> 02:47:16,826 [Corey] Did we just hear that right? 3153 02:47:18,995 --> 02:47:21,765 [Greg] Ladies and gentlemen, taking the place of The Miz 3154 02:47:21,831 --> 02:47:25,301 in the finals of the WWE World Cup Tournament 3155 02:47:25,368 --> 02:47:27,604 to determine the best in the world, 3156 02:47:27,670 --> 02:47:31,441 SmackDown LIVE Commissioner Shane McMahon. 3157 02:47:31,508 --> 02:47:33,309 -[Cole] Wait a minute. -[Renee] Oh, my God. 3158 02:47:33,376 --> 02:47:34,811 [Corey] How is this okay? 3159 02:47:34,878 --> 02:47:37,414 [Cole] I don't know how it's okay, but it's unprecedented, 3160 02:47:37,480 --> 02:47:39,282 -I'll tell you that. -He's not in it! 3161 02:47:39,349 --> 02:47:40,850 [Renee] Commissioners make the rules. 3162 02:47:40,917 --> 02:47:42,719 -Shane-O-Mac's the boss. -[Cole] But what… 3163 02:47:42,786 --> 02:47:44,988 What about the Acting RAW General Manager Baron Corbin? 3164 02:47:45,055 --> 02:47:46,856 He doesn't have any say in this? 3165 02:47:46,923 --> 02:47:50,393 [Corey] Oh, not for nothing. It is a SmackDown referee in the ring. 3166 02:47:50,460 --> 02:47:52,462 [speaking indistinctly] 3167 02:47:54,631 --> 02:47:57,200 [Cole] Ziggler's irate, and you can't blame the guy. 3168 02:47:57,267 --> 02:48:00,103 -[Renee] Shane's not even warm. -Dolph's the winner. 3169 02:48:00,170 --> 02:48:02,172 [Cole] Dolph Ziggler's been in two matches tonight, 3170 02:48:02,238 --> 02:48:04,073 just got beaten up by Miz. 3171 02:48:09,112 --> 02:48:10,280 He's not in this match. 3172 02:48:11,514 --> 02:48:13,616 -[Renee] What's happening? -[bell dings] 3173 02:48:13,683 --> 02:48:16,586 [Cole] I cannot believe what's transpired here over the past 20 minutes. 3174 02:48:16,653 --> 02:48:17,887 And now, Shane McMahon, 3175 02:48:17,954 --> 02:48:20,023 who's in this match officially against Ziggler, 3176 02:48:20,090 --> 02:48:21,624 to determine the best in the world, 3177 02:48:21,691 --> 02:48:24,994 the finals of the World Cup, is going right after Ziggler. 3178 02:48:25,061 --> 02:48:27,797 [Corey] Punches and bunches from the Commissioner of SmackDown. 3179 02:48:27,864 --> 02:48:30,133 [Cole] Maybe the official should step in here. 3180 02:48:31,000 --> 02:48:32,735 And Shane with a big elbow. 3181 02:48:33,503 --> 02:48:34,904 How is this even right? 3182 02:48:34,971 --> 02:48:37,707 [Corey] I have no idea what's happening right now. 3183 02:48:37,774 --> 02:48:40,109 [Cole] Baron Corbin getting involved. 3184 02:48:42,579 --> 02:48:43,847 [Renee] This is insanity. 3185 02:48:44,714 --> 02:48:45,715 You know what? Out! 3186 02:48:45,782 --> 02:48:47,417 [Cole] Oh, come on now! 3187 02:48:47,484 --> 02:48:48,985 This referee's clearly biased. 3188 02:48:49,052 --> 02:48:50,420 He clearly works for Shane. 3189 02:48:50,487 --> 02:48:53,890 He's worried about his job, and now he's sending Corbin to the back. 3190 02:48:54,524 --> 02:48:56,493 And Ziggler from behind with a Zig Zag. 3191 02:48:56,559 --> 02:48:58,661 -Get in and count, ref! -[Corey] That's it. 3192 02:48:58,728 --> 02:48:59,729 Do your job! 3193 02:48:59,796 --> 02:49:01,231 [crowd] One, two… 3194 02:49:01,297 --> 02:49:02,699 Oh, Shane kicked out! 3195 02:49:03,900 --> 02:49:07,270 [Corey] If the official was in the ring where he was supposed to be… 3196 02:49:07,337 --> 02:49:08,505 He's not in this match. 3197 02:49:10,440 --> 02:49:11,941 [Cole] This is insanity. 3198 02:49:12,008 --> 02:49:15,311 And now Dolph Ziggler is just teeing off on Shane McMahon. 3199 02:49:15,845 --> 02:49:17,947 [Corey] Dolph Ziggler earned his place in the finals. 3200 02:49:18,014 --> 02:49:19,215 [Cole] Of course he did! 3201 02:49:19,282 --> 02:49:22,385 [Renee] He's also spending all day getting ready to scout for The Miz, 3202 02:49:22,452 --> 02:49:24,487 not Shane McMahon, but it's working for him now. 3203 02:49:24,554 --> 02:49:26,789 [Cole] I can't believe how the commissioner 3204 02:49:26,856 --> 02:49:29,626 and the acting general manager over the last two matches 3205 02:49:29,692 --> 02:49:32,362 have affected the outcome of what's going on here. 3206 02:49:33,530 --> 02:49:35,798 [Renee] It's all self-serving. This is insane. 3207 02:49:35,865 --> 02:49:37,534 [Cole] First Lesnar, now this! 3208 02:49:42,105 --> 02:49:45,241 [Corey] Dolph is raking at the face of Shane McMahon. 3209 02:49:47,410 --> 02:49:49,979 [Cole] Again, it's supposed to be The Miz representing SmackDown. 3210 02:49:50,046 --> 02:49:51,047 He got hurt. 3211 02:49:51,114 --> 02:49:53,616 A forfeit was supposed to give Ziggler the victory. 3212 02:49:53,683 --> 02:49:55,919 Shane McMahon has inserted himself into this match. 3213 02:49:55,985 --> 02:49:58,888 And now Shane is going one-on-one with Dolph Ziggler. 3214 02:49:58,955 --> 02:50:00,490 DDT by McMahon! 3215 02:50:00,557 --> 02:50:03,593 [Renee] Shane's bringing that pride back to the blue brand. 3216 02:50:07,063 --> 02:50:08,431 That's a good commissioner. 3217 02:50:08,498 --> 02:50:10,233 [crowd exclaiming] 3218 02:50:10,300 --> 02:50:13,670 [Cole] And now Shane whipping Ziggler into the turnbuckle. 3219 02:50:14,771 --> 02:50:15,772 [crowd cheering] 3220 02:50:15,838 --> 02:50:18,007 [Renee] Brand supremacy at an all-time high. 3221 02:50:18,074 --> 02:50:19,275 [Cole] Where's he going? 3222 02:50:19,342 --> 02:50:22,345 [Corey] How is this brand supremacy? This is highway robbery. 3223 02:50:22,412 --> 02:50:25,582 [Cole] It's ridiculous is what it is. It's unprecedented. 3224 02:50:25,648 --> 02:50:28,117 I've never seen anything like this in WWE history. 3225 02:50:28,184 --> 02:50:30,420 [Corey] No way. Don't do it, Shane. 3226 02:50:31,087 --> 02:50:33,189 [Cole] Now Shane going for Coast-to-Coast. 3227 02:50:33,256 --> 02:50:34,257 [crowd cheering] 3228 02:50:34,324 --> 02:50:35,325 Are you kidding me? 3229 02:50:38,328 --> 02:50:39,796 Not like this! 3230 02:50:39,862 --> 02:50:41,030 Not this way! 3231 02:50:41,731 --> 02:50:43,800 -[crowd cheering] -[bell dings] 3232 02:50:43,866 --> 02:50:45,835 ♪ Money, money, money, money ♪ 3233 02:50:45,902 --> 02:50:51,040 [Greg] Here is the winner of the WWE World Cup Tournament 3234 02:50:51,107 --> 02:50:54,344 and the best in the world, 3235 02:50:55,078 --> 02:50:58,514 Shane McMahon! 3236 02:50:58,581 --> 02:51:01,384 [Cole] I have no idea how he's gonna be proud about that. 3237 02:51:02,619 --> 02:51:03,620 Oh, yeah! 3238 02:51:04,287 --> 02:51:05,288 Yeah! 3239 02:51:05,355 --> 02:51:08,324 [Renee] I'm sure Miz is watching from somewhere in the back. 3240 02:51:09,492 --> 02:51:12,528 [Cole] Miz probably doesn't have any idea what just went down. 3241 02:51:13,896 --> 02:51:14,897 Look at him. 3242 02:51:21,037 --> 02:51:24,274 I'm… I'm just… I'm shocked. I don't even know what to say. 3243 02:51:24,340 --> 02:51:27,443 [Corey] I guess Shane McMahon did what he had to do 3244 02:51:27,510 --> 02:51:30,446 to bring the best in the world cup to SmackDown. 3245 02:51:31,080 --> 02:51:34,484 [Cole] Look at this. This is incredible no matter how you look at it. 3246 02:51:34,550 --> 02:51:37,153 A Coast-to-Coast from Shane McMahon to Dolph Ziggler. 3247 02:51:39,222 --> 02:51:40,223 I'm just… 3248 02:51:41,524 --> 02:51:42,525 I don't know. 3249 02:51:43,559 --> 02:51:45,295 [crowd] One, two, three. 3250 02:51:50,733 --> 02:51:54,203 [Renee] There goes the man. Now crowned the best in the world. 3251 02:51:54,270 --> 02:51:58,107 [Cole] I just… I cannot… I cannot put into words 3252 02:51:59,008 --> 02:52:01,611 what the last 20 to 30 minutes… 3253 02:52:02,178 --> 02:52:04,981 -what's happened here. -[Corey] Twenty to thirty minutes? 3254 02:52:05,048 --> 02:52:07,784 The whole night has just gone up in smoke. Now, I mean… 3255 02:52:07,850 --> 02:52:10,019 [Cole] Well, Corey, I'm talking about first, 3256 02:52:10,086 --> 02:52:13,056 Acting General Manager Baron Corbin and what happened with Brock and Braun, 3257 02:52:13,122 --> 02:52:17,293 and now, the commissioner of SmackDown putting himself into this match 3258 02:52:17,360 --> 02:52:20,430 when Miz got hurt, only to win the match against Ziggler. 3259 02:52:20,496 --> 02:52:22,598 [Corey] Stop being so biased. It happened. 3260 02:52:22,665 --> 02:52:26,669 It happened on both sides, but all is fair in love and war. 3261 02:52:26,736 --> 02:52:29,872 It happened from RAW. It happened from SmackDown. It's fine. 3262 02:52:29,939 --> 02:52:32,075 -Just enjoy… -Wait a minute. It's not fine. 3263 02:52:32,141 --> 02:52:34,210 It is fine. I'm on both shows. It's fine. 3264 02:52:34,277 --> 02:52:36,713 [Cole] You were just critical of what Shane did. 3265 02:52:36,779 --> 02:52:39,248 And now, because he won, you're on his bandwagon? 3266 02:52:39,315 --> 02:52:40,450 What is wrong with you? 3267 02:52:40,516 --> 02:52:42,618 I know where my bread's buttered, Cole. 3268 02:52:45,421 --> 02:52:47,890 [Renee] I'd be careful. Shane might take that from you, too. 3269 02:52:47,957 --> 02:52:49,859 [Corey] I know who signs my paychecks. 3270 02:52:49,926 --> 02:52:50,927 Both of them. 3271 02:52:52,395 --> 02:52:54,263 -Oh, my God. -[Cole laughs] 3272 02:52:54,330 --> 02:52:56,766 [Cole] Wait a minute. Seriously. 3273 02:52:56,833 --> 02:52:59,168 -Whoo! -He didn't win the whole tournament. 3274 02:52:59,235 --> 02:53:01,604 He's acting like he just ran through everybody. 3275 02:53:01,671 --> 02:53:03,773 [Corey] His edge is nine-tenths of the law. 3276 02:53:03,840 --> 02:53:06,242 -Who's got the cup? -[Renee] He must feel heroic. 3277 02:53:06,309 --> 02:53:08,211 I mean, he stepped in there, 3278 02:53:08,277 --> 02:53:11,647 represent for SmackDown LIVE, bringing the championship home. 3279 02:53:13,015 --> 02:53:14,584 The cup, you called it? 3280 02:53:14,650 --> 02:53:15,651 Yeah! 3281 02:53:16,285 --> 02:53:18,121 -Yeah! Yeah! -The trophy? 3282 02:53:18,187 --> 02:53:21,924 [Corey] I don't necessarily think Shane let the WWE Universe down. 3283 02:53:21,991 --> 02:53:24,527 I mean, that would have been accepting a forfeit. 3284 02:53:24,594 --> 02:53:29,232 We at least got an action-packed finale to the Best in the World Tournament. 3285 02:53:30,833 --> 02:53:34,837 Maybe it's a little unorthodox, but I'm okay with it. 3286 02:53:34,904 --> 02:53:36,072 I can learn to like it. 3287 02:53:36,139 --> 02:53:38,508 [Renee] Keep talking. You'll talk yourself into enjoying it. 3288 02:53:38,574 --> 02:53:39,675 [Cole] He already has. 3289 02:53:40,510 --> 02:53:41,511 Thank you. 3290 02:53:42,145 --> 02:53:43,146 Thank you. 3291 02:53:43,746 --> 02:53:44,747 I can't believe it. 3292 02:53:45,515 --> 02:53:46,516 I can't believe it. 3293 02:53:48,718 --> 02:53:49,819 Whoo! 3294 02:53:49,886 --> 02:53:51,454 SmackDown rules! 3295 02:53:51,521 --> 02:53:53,089 SmackDown rules! 3296 02:53:53,156 --> 02:53:54,257 This is for SmackDown! 3297 02:53:55,091 --> 02:53:56,726 [Corey] SmackDown rules tonight! 3298 02:53:56,793 --> 02:53:58,528 SmackDown! Yes! 3299 02:53:59,328 --> 02:54:00,329 Yes! 3300 02:54:00,396 --> 02:54:03,866 ♪ Money, money, money, money Money, money, money, money, money ♪ 3301 02:54:07,036 --> 02:54:10,840 ♪ This is our war cry ♪ 3302 02:54:10,907 --> 02:54:12,108 ♪ We'll rise up… ♪ 3303 02:54:12,175 --> 02:54:15,344 [Corey] The second longest running event in WWE, 3304 02:54:15,411 --> 02:54:16,979 Survivor Series! 3305 02:54:17,046 --> 02:54:20,650 ♪ Our time to rise up… ♪ 3306 02:54:21,451 --> 02:54:24,654 Tables, Ladders and Chairs. 3307 02:54:24,720 --> 02:54:26,889 [Corey] Each one seems to top the last. 3308 02:54:28,825 --> 02:54:33,229 [Tom] The Royal Rumble is a night to witness history! 3309 02:54:33,296 --> 02:54:36,699 Where opportunity is everything! 3310 02:54:36,766 --> 02:54:39,802 [Cole] We begin the Road to WrestleMania! 3311 02:54:46,475 --> 02:54:48,177 ♪ War cry… ♪ 3312 02:54:48,244 --> 02:54:50,213 What did we all just witness? 3313 02:55:01,491 --> 02:55:04,994 Yep. The WWE Network, where you can see all the controversies. 3314 02:55:05,061 --> 02:55:07,029 It went down tonight at Crown Jewel. 3315 02:55:07,096 --> 02:55:08,197 Shane McMahon is the… 3316 02:55:09,265 --> 02:55:11,234 -Best in the world. -…best in the world. 3317 02:55:11,300 --> 02:55:13,603 Commissioner Shane McMahon from SmackDown LIVE. 3318 02:55:14,403 --> 02:55:17,640 But it's also on the WWE Network where you can see this. 3319 02:55:17,707 --> 02:55:20,142 Something we never thought we'd see. 3320 02:55:20,209 --> 02:55:22,278 Because for the first time ever, 3321 02:55:22,345 --> 02:55:25,681 D-Generation X versus The Brothers of Destruction, 3322 02:55:25,748 --> 02:55:31,120 plus the in-ring return of the Heartbreak Kid, Shawn Michaels. 3323 02:55:31,187 --> 02:55:35,758 A story which exploded at Super ShowDown in Australia. 3324 02:55:39,729 --> 02:55:43,499 [Triple H] Twenty-five years is a long time to climb a mountain. 3325 02:55:43,566 --> 02:55:46,836 [Cole] Shawn Michaels will be in Triple H's corner. 3326 02:55:46,903 --> 02:55:50,373 In The Undertaker's corner will be his brother, Kane. 3327 02:55:50,439 --> 02:55:53,576 The Undertaker, Triple H, for the last time ever. 3328 02:55:54,477 --> 02:55:56,746 No disqualifications now in this match. 3329 02:55:56,812 --> 02:55:59,549 [Corey] Oh, my God, did you see that chair bend? 3330 02:55:59,615 --> 02:56:01,384 [Cole] Shawn Michaels is pleading. 3331 02:56:01,450 --> 02:56:03,419 And a spinebuster by The Game! 3332 02:56:03,486 --> 02:56:06,489 [Corey] Both of these men have given it everything they have, 3333 02:56:06,555 --> 02:56:07,924 and then some. 3334 02:56:07,990 --> 02:56:11,427 The Undertaker had his sights fixed on the sledgehammer of The Game. 3335 02:56:11,494 --> 02:56:14,063 [Cole] Yeah, but Shawn Michaels has it in hand. 3336 02:56:14,130 --> 02:56:17,500 And now Kane coming to the aid of his brother. 3337 02:56:17,567 --> 02:56:18,935 [Corey] HBK went low. 3338 02:56:20,102 --> 02:56:21,971 [Cole] And now Shawn Michaels. 3339 02:56:22,038 --> 02:56:25,875 Triple H with a sledgehammer off the face of The Undertaker. 3340 02:56:26,676 --> 02:56:28,678 Sweet Chin Music! 3341 02:56:28,744 --> 02:56:31,080 Into a Pedigree! 3342 02:56:31,147 --> 02:56:34,850 -[crowd] One, two, three. -[bell dings] 3343 02:56:34,917 --> 02:56:37,353 The Game with the win! 3344 02:56:37,420 --> 02:56:42,391 [Triple H] In Melbourne, Australia, we made it to the summit of that mountain. 3345 02:56:42,458 --> 02:56:44,226 [Cole] You have witnessed history. 3346 02:56:44,293 --> 02:56:47,763 Four men who have made our industry what it is today. 3347 02:56:47,830 --> 02:56:51,033 [Triple H] But the avalanche that fell on us 3348 02:56:51,100 --> 02:56:54,136 after we made it to the top of that mountain… 3349 02:56:57,206 --> 02:56:58,975 [Cole] Oh, my God! 3350 02:56:59,041 --> 02:57:00,209 …makes us both question 3351 02:57:00,276 --> 02:57:04,080 whether that mountain was just a lie the whole time. 3352 02:57:16,692 --> 02:57:20,796 [Shawn] I've stayed retired out of respect for The Undertaker. 3353 02:57:22,565 --> 02:57:27,103 A respect that never existed at all! 3354 02:57:27,169 --> 02:57:29,305 I was about to walk off that plane, 3355 02:57:29,372 --> 02:57:34,977 you walked up to me and said three words that I never thought I'd hear again. 3356 02:57:35,778 --> 02:57:38,881 Are you ready? 3357 02:57:39,615 --> 02:57:42,551 [Shawn] D-Generation X is ready! 3358 02:57:43,519 --> 02:57:49,258 I say this with absolutely no respect. 3359 02:57:49,325 --> 02:57:53,729 And if you're not down with that, we got two words. 3360 02:57:58,901 --> 02:58:00,269 Respect. 3361 02:58:00,336 --> 02:58:04,974 Triple H and Shawn Michaels wanna lecture us about respect? 3362 02:58:06,208 --> 02:58:10,713 Shawn knows that what kept him in the shadows for eight and a half years 3363 02:58:11,614 --> 02:58:13,883 was nothing but fear. 3364 02:58:14,917 --> 02:58:20,056 When The Brothers of Destruction reunite to unleash hell on D-Generation X, 3365 02:58:20,923 --> 02:58:24,694 all of Shawn Michaels' fears will come true. 3366 02:58:25,361 --> 02:58:28,798 Triple H may have won a battle, but he started a war. 3367 02:58:29,865 --> 02:58:35,104 And when it ends, Triple H can slink back to the comfort of the boardroom. 3368 02:58:35,171 --> 02:58:38,441 You can't survive The Brothers of Destruction. 3369 02:58:39,742 --> 02:58:41,177 We will put you down. 3370 02:58:42,044 --> 02:58:46,682 But we will own your black and blistered souls for eternity. 3371 02:58:47,650 --> 02:58:54,056 And you will never rest in peace. 3372 02:58:57,927 --> 02:59:01,263 [Triple H] A lot of big words being thrown around lately, Shawn. 3373 02:59:01,330 --> 02:59:03,299 One of them being fear. 3374 02:59:03,933 --> 02:59:08,270 Somehow it was fear that kept me from taking off the suit 3375 02:59:08,337 --> 02:59:10,139 and stepping out of the boardroom. 3376 02:59:10,206 --> 02:59:16,579 That somehow it was fear that kept you from stepping out of retirement. 3377 02:59:16,645 --> 02:59:18,247 But I got news for you. 3378 02:59:19,381 --> 02:59:25,087 It's gonna take a lot more to instill fear in us. 3379 02:59:26,455 --> 02:59:29,859 We bring this X the Crown Jewel. 3380 02:59:29,925 --> 02:59:31,827 We ain't coming to make you laugh. 3381 02:59:31,894 --> 02:59:34,964 We ain't coming for nostalgia. 3382 02:59:35,030 --> 02:59:39,168 We are coming to kick your ass. 3383 02:59:41,570 --> 02:59:43,706 [Cole] Wait a minute, somebody's missing. 3384 02:59:45,307 --> 02:59:47,443 Oh, wait a minute, Shawn Michaels. 3385 02:59:47,510 --> 02:59:49,845 Superkick to The Undertaker! 3386 02:59:50,913 --> 02:59:52,715 DX up to their old tricks. 3387 02:59:57,653 --> 02:59:59,321 Oh, and The Undertaker. 3388 03:00:00,389 --> 03:00:05,427 And D-Generation X realizes what they face at Crown Jewel. 3389 03:00:07,263 --> 03:00:09,064 [Corey] For the first time ever, 3390 03:00:09,131 --> 03:00:14,069 two of the most powerful duos in WWE will clash. 3391 03:00:14,136 --> 03:00:18,574 [Cole] Four all-time greats in the ring at the same time. 3392 03:00:18,641 --> 03:00:24,547 D-Generation X versus The Brothers of Destruction. 3393 03:00:29,451 --> 03:00:31,453 [crowd cheering] 3394 03:00:31,520 --> 03:00:33,189 ♪ Are you ready? ♪ 3395 03:00:35,391 --> 03:00:37,693 ♪ You think you can tell us what to do? ♪ 3396 03:00:39,161 --> 03:00:41,897 ♪ You think you can tell us What to wear? ♪ 3397 03:00:43,365 --> 03:00:45,835 ♪ You think that you're better? ♪ 3398 03:00:47,436 --> 03:00:49,271 ♪ Well, you better get ready ♪ 3399 03:00:51,207 --> 03:00:53,375 ♪ Bow to the masters ♪ 3400 03:00:54,610 --> 03:00:55,778 ♪ Break it down… ♪ 3401 03:00:57,680 --> 03:00:59,548 [crowd cheering] 3402 03:01:00,950 --> 03:01:03,419 ♪ Degenerate into something, fool ♪ 3403 03:01:03,485 --> 03:01:06,522 ♪ We just got tired of doin' What ya told us to do ♪ 3404 03:01:06,589 --> 03:01:09,058 ♪ That's the breaks, boy, yeah ♪ 3405 03:01:09,124 --> 03:01:11,193 ♪ That's the breaks, little man ♪ 3406 03:01:11,260 --> 03:01:12,394 ♪ Break it down ♪ 3407 03:01:16,198 --> 03:01:18,067 ♪ D-Generation X ♪ 3408 03:01:22,037 --> 03:01:24,406 ♪ D-Generation ♪ 3409 03:01:24,473 --> 03:01:26,742 ♪ You think you can tell me what to do? ♪ 3410 03:01:29,278 --> 03:01:31,714 ♪ You know who you're talkin' to? ♪ 3411 03:01:34,350 --> 03:01:37,253 ♪ Well, you'd better get used To the way the ball bounces ♪ 3412 03:01:37,319 --> 03:01:40,256 ♪ I've seen what you got It measures in ounces… ♪ 3413 03:01:40,322 --> 03:01:41,323 [bell dings] 3414 03:01:41,390 --> 03:01:44,126 [Greg] The following contest is a tag team match 3415 03:01:44,193 --> 03:01:45,761 scheduled for one fall. 3416 03:01:45,828 --> 03:01:50,933 Introducing first, The Game, Triple H, 3417 03:01:51,000 --> 03:01:57,840 and WWE Hall of Famer, the Heartbreak Kid, Shawn Michaels, 3418 03:01:57,907 --> 03:02:02,945 D-Generation X! 3419 03:02:03,012 --> 03:02:04,647 [Corey] I can't believe it. 3420 03:02:04,713 --> 03:02:07,483 DX rides once again. 3421 03:02:08,083 --> 03:02:11,353 [Cole] For the first time in over eight years, 3422 03:02:11,420 --> 03:02:16,659 Shawn Michaels returns to in-ring competition. 3423 03:02:16,725 --> 03:02:20,562 It was back at WrestleMania XXVI in 2010, 3424 03:02:20,629 --> 03:02:24,233 Michaels versus The Undertaker, streak versus career. 3425 03:02:24,300 --> 03:02:27,169 Since then, Shawn Michaels has not stepped foot 3426 03:02:27,236 --> 03:02:31,507 back in a WWE ring for a match until tonight. 3427 03:02:32,141 --> 03:02:33,475 [Renee] There it is. 3428 03:02:33,542 --> 03:02:35,644 [Corey] I think the only thing in the world 3429 03:02:35,711 --> 03:02:38,480 that could bring Shawn Michaels back was The Undertaker. 3430 03:02:42,851 --> 03:02:45,387 ♪ You know who you're talking to? ♪ 3431 03:02:47,790 --> 03:02:50,659 ♪ Just stop wanting me To be someone else ♪ 3432 03:02:50,726 --> 03:02:53,162 ♪ Put it away like a book on a shelf ♪ 3433 03:02:53,228 --> 03:02:55,931 ♪ That you can't read, boy, yeah… ♪ 3434 03:02:57,599 --> 03:02:59,802 [Cole] One of the most controversial groups 3435 03:02:59,868 --> 03:03:01,837 in the history of WWE. 3436 03:03:01,904 --> 03:03:05,441 The things that these two men have accomplished in their careers 3437 03:03:05,507 --> 03:03:06,508 is unparalleled. 3438 03:03:08,477 --> 03:03:11,847 Triple H, a 14-time World Champion. 3439 03:03:14,683 --> 03:03:17,152 Shawn Michaels, a multi-time champion. 3440 03:03:33,002 --> 03:03:35,003 [Kane's theme music plays] 3441 03:03:39,475 --> 03:03:41,043 [Greg] And their opponents, 3442 03:03:41,110 --> 03:03:46,615 first, weighing in at 323 pounds, 3443 03:03:47,816 --> 03:03:50,552 Kane! 3444 03:03:55,624 --> 03:03:58,594 [Cole] The Big Red Monster. 3445 03:04:04,900 --> 03:04:06,835 Multi-time World Champion. 3446 03:04:07,970 --> 03:04:10,472 Former Money in the Bank contract winner. 3447 03:04:11,306 --> 03:04:16,011 And one of the most fearsome Superstars in WWE history. 3448 03:04:16,578 --> 03:04:20,482 [Corey] How massive, how thick, how big Kane is. 3449 03:04:21,583 --> 03:04:25,888 [Cole] Him and Triple H have had some unbelievable battles over the years. 3450 03:04:28,957 --> 03:04:32,194 [Corey] It's a match between Shawn Michaels and his brother, Kane. 3451 03:04:32,261 --> 03:04:35,697 Or his brother Undertaker, where Kane was first seen in WWE. 3452 03:04:35,764 --> 03:04:37,900 [Cole] Yeah, Hell in a Cell at Bad Blood. 3453 03:04:38,867 --> 03:04:40,869 [Undertaker's theme music plays] 3454 03:04:40,936 --> 03:04:42,938 [crowd cheering] 3455 03:04:55,284 --> 03:05:00,189 [Corey] I can't help but feel that here comes hell. 3456 03:05:00,255 --> 03:05:01,457 [Renee] What a scene. 3457 03:05:50,506 --> 03:05:56,745 [Greg] And his tag team partner, from Death Valley, 3458 03:05:57,813 --> 03:06:03,886 The Undertaker! 3459 03:06:03,952 --> 03:06:05,954 [crowd cheering] 3460 03:06:07,589 --> 03:06:09,091 [Cole] Please fear the reaper. 3461 03:06:11,293 --> 03:06:13,028 The Phenom is here. 3462 03:06:41,423 --> 03:06:42,991 How many times in their careers 3463 03:06:43,058 --> 03:06:47,963 have… Shawn Michaels and Triple H stood in the ring 3464 03:06:48,030 --> 03:06:50,666 and glanced down the aisleway… 3465 03:06:52,000 --> 03:06:58,106 to see this… awe-inspiring yet frightening entrance? 3466 03:06:59,308 --> 03:07:03,278 [Corey] It's intimidation in its finest form. 3467 03:07:05,314 --> 03:07:08,150 You have to imagine Triple H and Shawn Michaels right now 3468 03:07:08,216 --> 03:07:12,054 feeling like a couple of cowboys standing at the O.K. Corral, 3469 03:07:12,120 --> 03:07:16,258 ready for a shootout with Wyatt Earp and Doc Holliday. 3470 03:07:21,296 --> 03:07:22,864 [Cole] JBL would tell the story 3471 03:07:22,931 --> 03:07:25,434 that the only time that he was scared in his career 3472 03:07:25,500 --> 03:07:28,704 was when he stood in the ring and watched The Undertaker approach 3473 03:07:28,770 --> 03:07:30,072 before their many battles. 3474 03:07:31,406 --> 03:07:33,942 So many Superstars have said that over the years. 3475 03:07:35,611 --> 03:07:39,781 A man who once won 21 straight matches at WrestleMania. 3476 03:07:45,787 --> 03:07:47,656 [Corey] A streak that, albeit broken, 3477 03:07:47,723 --> 03:07:51,293 will live in the mythology of sports entertainment forever. 3478 03:07:54,696 --> 03:07:58,467 [Cole] The greatest presence in WWE history. 3479 03:08:02,704 --> 03:08:05,240 [Corey] Awe-inspiring and bone-chilling. 3480 03:08:11,079 --> 03:08:14,283 [Cole] To think about the storied history between these four men. 3481 03:08:14,983 --> 03:08:17,052 Yet tonight marks the first time ever 3482 03:08:18,453 --> 03:08:22,724 that D-Generation X and The Brothers of Destruction 3483 03:08:22,791 --> 03:08:25,594 will meet in a tag team match. 3484 03:08:26,561 --> 03:08:27,562 Think about that. 3485 03:08:29,064 --> 03:08:30,966 We've never witnessed this. 3486 03:08:31,033 --> 03:08:32,801 [Corey] It's almost implausible. 3487 03:08:34,136 --> 03:08:36,605 [crowd cheering] 3488 03:08:40,175 --> 03:08:44,680 Everything that the four of these men have accomplished in sports entertainment, 3489 03:08:44,746 --> 03:08:47,449 there is almost nothing that hasn't happened 3490 03:08:47,516 --> 03:08:49,518 when you talk about these four men. 3491 03:08:49,584 --> 03:08:55,223 Yet here we are, moments away from witnessing a first-time-ever clash. 3492 03:08:55,290 --> 03:08:58,093 [Renee] We heard from The Undertaker on Monday Night RAW. 3493 03:08:58,160 --> 03:09:02,898 They will take the beaten, battered soul of DX to the fiery gates of hell. 3494 03:09:04,066 --> 03:09:05,767 [Corey] I know Shawn Michaels said 3495 03:09:05,834 --> 03:09:09,204 he was showing up tonight with absolutely no respect. 3496 03:09:10,005 --> 03:09:12,507 I wonder if HBK has changed his tune at all. 3497 03:09:15,077 --> 03:09:18,246 [Cole] You have to wonder what DX has up their sleeve. 3498 03:09:19,715 --> 03:09:22,751 You know they've got a plan. You know they've been conspiring. 3499 03:09:22,818 --> 03:09:25,487 They've been thinking about this for a very long time. 3500 03:09:25,554 --> 03:09:27,322 [Corey] They better have something. 3501 03:09:27,389 --> 03:09:28,657 [crowd cheering] 3502 03:09:28,724 --> 03:09:30,826 'Cause The Deadman and The Demon await. 3503 03:09:44,673 --> 03:09:46,641 [Cole] Undertaker and Kane are ready. 3504 03:09:46,708 --> 03:09:50,045 Triple H and Shawn Michaels taking their time. 3505 03:09:50,112 --> 03:09:55,350 The world is talking about, the world is witnessing this match. 3506 03:09:55,417 --> 03:10:00,589 Our four icons, four legends, four all-time greats, 3507 03:10:00,655 --> 03:10:04,926 about to do battle in a tag team match for the very first time 3508 03:10:04,993 --> 03:10:09,865 at the sold-out King Saud Stadium at WWE Crown Jewel. 3509 03:10:09,931 --> 03:10:12,100 History happening now. 3510 03:10:34,756 --> 03:10:36,758 [speaking indistinctly] 3511 03:10:37,759 --> 03:10:38,760 Come on, guys. 3512 03:10:41,596 --> 03:10:42,864 Who's it gonna be, huh? 3513 03:10:55,010 --> 03:10:57,012 [crowd chanting] This is awesome! 3514 03:11:09,524 --> 03:11:11,393 [Cole] Indeed, it is. 3515 03:11:11,460 --> 03:11:14,596 And it will be The Big Red Machine, Kane, starting for his team. 3516 03:11:14,663 --> 03:11:17,566 Triple H will start things off for D-Generation X. 3517 03:11:17,632 --> 03:11:18,633 [bell dings] 3518 03:11:28,076 --> 03:11:29,878 Kane with a stoic stare. 3519 03:11:30,445 --> 03:11:34,349 Has not taken his eyes off The Game, The Cerebral Assassin, Triple H. 3520 03:11:35,750 --> 03:11:38,220 [Renee] Triple H meets his gaze head-on. 3521 03:11:53,869 --> 03:11:55,136 No, no, no. Hey! Taker. 3522 03:11:55,203 --> 03:11:59,341 [Cole] And Triple H trying to draw Undertaker in. 3523 03:11:59,407 --> 03:12:01,276 Playing mind games already. 3524 03:12:01,343 --> 03:12:04,579 [Corey] You don't call Triple H The Cerebral Assassin for nothing. 3525 03:12:12,354 --> 03:12:14,222 [speaking indistinctly] 3526 03:12:19,594 --> 03:12:21,763 [Cole] Ah, a right hand by Triple H. 3527 03:12:24,299 --> 03:12:26,835 And it doesn't even faze Kane. 3528 03:12:26,902 --> 03:12:28,937 [Corey] I don't know if that was the wisest decision 3529 03:12:29,004 --> 03:12:30,405 The Game could have made. 3530 03:12:30,472 --> 03:12:33,308 [Cole] And perhaps not, and Triple H sent into the corner. 3531 03:12:33,875 --> 03:12:35,076 Triple H… 3532 03:12:35,143 --> 03:12:37,946 Oh, went for the crotch chop and paid. 3533 03:12:38,013 --> 03:12:40,048 Right hand by Kane floors The Game. 3534 03:12:40,115 --> 03:12:42,584 [Corey] I think it's fair to assume we're gonna see DX rely 3535 03:12:42,651 --> 03:12:44,553 on the mind games and their quickness. 3536 03:12:44,619 --> 03:12:48,189 'Cause you are not gonna overpower The Big Red Machine or The Deadman. 3537 03:12:48,256 --> 03:12:49,858 [Cole] No way it's gonna happen. 3538 03:12:49,925 --> 03:12:52,594 Kane now follows up in the corner. Down goes Triple H. 3539 03:12:56,965 --> 03:12:59,534 [Corey] Gotta wonder, standing on the outside of the ring, 3540 03:12:59,601 --> 03:13:02,003 if Shawn Michaels feels any trepidation right now 3541 03:13:02,070 --> 03:13:04,172 being this close to the action once again, 3542 03:13:04,239 --> 03:13:06,541 watching Kane dismantle his friend, The Game. 3543 03:13:06,608 --> 03:13:08,376 [Renee] Cole, did you talk to Shawn Michaels? 3544 03:13:08,443 --> 03:13:09,945 You guys have a personal relationship 3545 03:13:10,011 --> 03:13:12,714 -about coming out of retirement. -Yeah, Shawn Michaels is concerned. 3546 03:13:12,781 --> 03:13:14,849 He was concerned about this match tonight 3547 03:13:14,916 --> 03:13:18,520 because he's coming out of retirement against the Kane and Undertaker. 3548 03:13:18,587 --> 03:13:21,556 Shawn Michaels said, "I hope I'm ready. I think I'm ready." 3549 03:13:21,623 --> 03:13:24,426 And we're gonna find out right now if he's ready. 3550 03:13:24,492 --> 03:13:26,094 Shawn Michaels off the top rope. 3551 03:13:26,161 --> 03:13:29,497 And it's interesting to me that Michaels goes right to the top rope, 3552 03:13:29,564 --> 03:13:32,701 where he made much of his career in his first move of the match. 3553 03:13:32,767 --> 03:13:35,837 [Corey] I think Shawn's aware of what he's dealing with now 3554 03:13:35,904 --> 03:13:37,105 in The Big Red Machine. 3555 03:13:37,172 --> 03:13:40,241 Doing as much impact on everything as humanly possible. 3556 03:13:40,308 --> 03:13:41,576 Or superhumanly possible. 3557 03:13:41,643 --> 03:13:44,212 [Cole] Another chop by Shawn Michaels, trying to drive Kane back. 3558 03:13:44,279 --> 03:13:48,183 Kane now whips Shawn across the ring. Shawn Michaels with a neckbreaker! 3559 03:13:49,117 --> 03:13:52,554 And HBK fired up, saying, "Hey, I still got it." 3560 03:13:53,521 --> 03:13:55,423 [Renee] Ring rust out of the equation. 3561 03:13:56,324 --> 03:13:59,294 [Cole] Uh-oh, turn around! He better turn around! 3562 03:14:02,163 --> 03:14:05,767 [Corey] HBK got caught up in the moment for a second, nearly paid for it. 3563 03:14:05,834 --> 03:14:07,902 [Cole] Another chop by Shawn Michaels. 3564 03:14:07,969 --> 03:14:11,473 Shawn whipped into the ropes up over the top, went for the sunset flip. 3565 03:14:11,539 --> 03:14:14,409 Kane, though, trying not to allow this to happen. 3566 03:14:14,476 --> 03:14:15,744 Using his power. 3567 03:14:15,810 --> 03:14:17,178 Shawn's in trouble. 3568 03:14:17,245 --> 03:14:20,081 [Corey] Nearly seven feet tall, over three hundred pounds, 3569 03:14:20,148 --> 03:14:22,717 you're not gonna bring down Kane that easily. 3570 03:14:22,784 --> 03:14:26,788 [Cole] Went for some Sweet Chin Music, said, "Could have got you there." 3571 03:14:29,858 --> 03:14:31,860 [crowd cheering] 3572 03:14:34,229 --> 03:14:37,032 Glad to see Shawn hasn't lost his sense of humor. 3573 03:14:37,098 --> 03:14:39,501 [Corey] I don't think Undertaker ever had one. 3574 03:14:39,567 --> 03:14:40,568 [Cole] Or his smile. 3575 03:14:43,304 --> 03:14:45,306 [crowd cheering] 3576 03:14:46,408 --> 03:14:48,109 And here we go. 3577 03:14:48,176 --> 03:14:53,248 The man who ended Shawn Michaels' career eight and a half years ago. 3578 03:14:53,314 --> 03:14:55,583 Undertaker and Shawn Michaels. 3579 03:14:57,252 --> 03:15:00,088 [Corey] Undertaker retired Shawn Michaels eight years ago. 3580 03:15:00,155 --> 03:15:03,692 [Cole] Yep, the streak versus career. 3581 03:15:03,758 --> 03:15:05,160 [Renee] This lack of respect 3582 03:15:05,226 --> 03:15:08,096 is what's taunted Shawn Michaels to return to the ring. 3583 03:15:08,730 --> 03:15:12,267 [Cole] One of the most memorable matches in WrestleMania history. 3584 03:15:12,333 --> 03:15:15,136 And Undertaker says, "It's over here again. 3585 03:15:15,203 --> 03:15:17,238 Rest in peace, Shawn Michaels." 3586 03:15:23,278 --> 03:15:24,679 [crowd cheering] 3587 03:15:24,746 --> 03:15:27,716 The rebellious Michaels, the Heartbreak Kid. 3588 03:15:30,285 --> 03:15:33,021 [Corey] HBK bringing the fight to The Deadman. 3589 03:15:33,088 --> 03:15:34,456 [Cole] Oh, what a big boot! 3590 03:15:34,522 --> 03:15:37,025 And down goes Shawn. And he hit hard. 3591 03:15:43,231 --> 03:15:46,134 [Corey] The Phenom standing over his fallen prey. 3592 03:15:59,581 --> 03:16:03,017 Undertaker might tear Shawn's shoulder clean out of the socket. 3593 03:16:04,652 --> 03:16:07,255 [Cole] Oh, and a shoulder tackle by Undertaker. 3594 03:16:08,857 --> 03:16:10,725 And now Shawn Michaels is in trouble. 3595 03:16:10,792 --> 03:16:14,295 Undertaker looks to overpower the Heartbreak Kid. 3596 03:16:17,799 --> 03:16:21,169 Undertaker looking for the ropes, looking to go old school. 3597 03:16:24,339 --> 03:16:26,207 And now Triple H gets involved. 3598 03:16:27,008 --> 03:16:29,577 -[Corey] Here comes Kane. -[Cole] Kane with a right. 3599 03:16:33,748 --> 03:16:35,517 All four men in the ring now. 3600 03:16:35,583 --> 03:16:38,052 Remember, Undertaker and Shawn Michaels are legal. 3601 03:16:38,119 --> 03:16:40,822 Shawn hit hard in the corner, and he's hung up. 3602 03:16:40,889 --> 03:16:42,957 [Corey] Shawn hung up in the tree of woe. 3603 03:16:43,024 --> 03:16:44,459 Not somewhere you wanna be. 3604 03:16:48,663 --> 03:16:51,800 [Cole] And Triple H… Oh, my God, up over the top. 3605 03:16:51,866 --> 03:16:53,168 Hunter hit hard. 3606 03:16:53,234 --> 03:16:54,235 Hunter hit hard. 3607 03:16:54,302 --> 03:16:56,671 [Corey] Shawn was able to free himself, but… 3608 03:16:56,738 --> 03:16:58,873 -Look at this. -…this isn't any better. 3609 03:16:58,940 --> 03:17:00,909 [Renee] Right into the clutches of The Undertaker. 3610 03:17:00,975 --> 03:17:02,610 [Cole] The power of The Phenom. 3611 03:17:03,578 --> 03:17:06,848 I think Triple H hurt his ribs when he came over the top. 3612 03:17:06,915 --> 03:17:08,116 [Corey] A long way down. 3613 03:17:08,183 --> 03:17:12,187 [Cole] And now The Brothers of Destruction send Shawn Michaels over the top rope. 3614 03:17:12,253 --> 03:17:13,822 And D-Generation X… 3615 03:17:15,056 --> 03:17:16,558 are in deep, deep trouble. 3616 03:17:24,432 --> 03:17:27,335 [Corey] D-Generation X may not be getting back in the ring. 3617 03:17:27,402 --> 03:17:28,503 I wouldn't blame them. 3618 03:17:42,150 --> 03:17:45,186 [Renee] Taken so much to get Shawn Michaels out of retirement. 3619 03:17:45,253 --> 03:17:47,655 There's not gonna be any quitting in HBK tonight. 3620 03:17:48,723 --> 03:17:52,126 [Corey] If there's any quitting in the human being of Shawn Michaels, 3621 03:17:52,193 --> 03:17:54,562 Undertaker and Kane are hell-bent on finding it. 3622 03:17:54,629 --> 03:17:55,630 [Renee] No question. 3623 03:17:57,298 --> 03:17:58,299 [Corey] Uh-oh! 3624 03:17:58,366 --> 03:17:59,567 [Cole] Uh-oh! 3625 03:17:59,634 --> 03:18:02,003 And now DX battling back, fighting back. 3626 03:18:04,906 --> 03:18:07,008 [Corey] Double axe handle sends Kane over. 3627 03:18:07,075 --> 03:18:11,079 [Cole] Now The Brothers of Destruction outside the ring, landing on their feet. 3628 03:18:13,214 --> 03:18:14,215 Oh! 3629 03:18:18,286 --> 03:18:19,954 [Corey] To this point, it's like… 3630 03:18:20,021 --> 03:18:24,425 HBK and Triple H have been stuck in an endless labyrinth of destruction. 3631 03:18:24,492 --> 03:18:27,795 Everything they've done, Undertaker and Kane have been there. 3632 03:18:38,973 --> 03:18:41,542 [Cole] And now Shawn Michaels sent back in the ring. 3633 03:18:41,609 --> 03:18:43,311 Undertaker now in pursuit. 3634 03:18:52,086 --> 03:18:56,024 And now, Undertaker looking to go old school once again. 3635 03:18:59,294 --> 03:19:00,795 Heading up to the top rope. 3636 03:19:00,862 --> 03:19:02,063 Undertaker… 3637 03:19:03,097 --> 03:19:04,632 walking the tightrope. 3638 03:19:04,699 --> 03:19:07,068 Old School to the Heartbreak Kid! 3639 03:19:14,175 --> 03:19:16,778 [Corey] You think Shawn Michaels is recontemplating 3640 03:19:16,844 --> 03:19:18,446 coming out of retirement? 3641 03:19:19,480 --> 03:19:22,383 [Renee] Sure, life at home is a little nicer than this. 3642 03:19:22,450 --> 03:19:26,154 [Cole] He is being punished right now by The Brothers of Destruction. 3643 03:19:35,029 --> 03:19:39,067 One, two, three, four… 3644 03:19:39,133 --> 03:19:41,703 [Corey] You can almost hear Shawn Michaels girdling. 3645 03:19:47,842 --> 03:19:49,978 [Cole] Undertaker hung up on the top rope. 3646 03:19:50,044 --> 03:19:53,448 And this could be the opening that D-Generation X need. 3647 03:19:53,514 --> 03:19:56,017 Can Shawn Michaels make it to Triple H? 3648 03:19:56,084 --> 03:19:57,885 -Tag! -[Corey] Here comes The Game. 3649 03:20:02,223 --> 03:20:03,558 [crowd] Woooo! 3650 03:20:03,624 --> 03:20:06,794 And Triple H, now unloading with a chop to The Undertaker. 3651 03:20:06,861 --> 03:20:09,897 [Renee] COO proven he's not just about board meetings anymore. 3652 03:20:11,399 --> 03:20:12,400 [Corey] Uh-oh. 3653 03:20:13,701 --> 03:20:14,869 [crowd cheering] 3654 03:20:15,770 --> 03:20:20,174 That boot from Triple H had practically no effect on The Phenom. 3655 03:20:29,851 --> 03:20:32,120 [Cole] Tag. And here comes Kane. 3656 03:20:32,186 --> 03:20:35,223 And now it's Kane and The Undertaker beating down Triple H. 3657 03:20:35,289 --> 03:20:36,958 Taking apart The Game. 3658 03:20:50,605 --> 03:20:52,707 [Corey] Elbow right to the jaw of The Game. 3659 03:20:54,142 --> 03:20:56,611 Triple H is in dire straits at this point. 3660 03:20:56,677 --> 03:20:59,747 [Cole] And now Kane lifting Triple H up and slamming him down. 3661 03:20:59,814 --> 03:21:02,016 This is the game The Brothers of Destruction wanna play. 3662 03:21:02,083 --> 03:21:05,453 Went for the elbow. Triple H rolled out of harm's way for now. 3663 03:21:05,520 --> 03:21:07,722 [Renee] Shawn Michaels looking on helplessly. 3664 03:21:17,198 --> 03:21:20,101 -[Cole] Oh, and a right by Kane. -[Renee] Right to the ear. 3665 03:21:21,335 --> 03:21:22,370 [crowd cheering] 3666 03:21:30,144 --> 03:21:31,946 [Corey] Triple H building up steam. 3667 03:21:33,448 --> 03:21:38,252 [Cole] Kick to the midsection. And he plants Kane with a DDT. 3668 03:21:38,319 --> 03:21:39,420 Both men down. 3669 03:21:40,755 --> 03:21:43,458 [Corey] This could be the opening that Triple H needed. 3670 03:21:44,258 --> 03:21:46,761 Shawn Michaels anxious to get back in this battle. 3671 03:21:47,728 --> 03:21:51,866 You can imagine The Big Red Machine's gonna be looking for his brother, 3672 03:21:51,933 --> 03:21:52,934 The Undertaker. 3673 03:21:57,338 --> 03:21:58,573 [Cole] Tag. 3674 03:21:58,639 --> 03:21:59,941 Here comes Shawn Michaels. 3675 03:22:00,007 --> 03:22:03,110 And the Heartbreak Kid, now unloading on Kane. 3676 03:22:07,081 --> 03:22:08,149 [Corey] Uh-oh. 3677 03:22:08,216 --> 03:22:09,317 [Cole] Both men down. 3678 03:22:10,151 --> 03:22:11,586 -Shawn, kip-up! -[Renee] Hey! 3679 03:22:11,652 --> 03:22:13,187 [Cole] He still got it! 3680 03:22:13,254 --> 03:22:15,089 HBK… Oh, my God! 3681 03:22:15,156 --> 03:22:16,724 Kane sat up, too! 3682 03:22:16,791 --> 03:22:17,925 Inverted atomic drop! 3683 03:22:17,992 --> 03:22:19,360 Chop by Michaels. 3684 03:22:21,028 --> 03:22:24,098 [Corey] It's a big, big tree for HBK to chop down. 3685 03:22:28,569 --> 03:22:31,005 Kane just too much for Shawn. 3686 03:22:32,807 --> 03:22:34,809 [crowd chanting] You still got it! 3687 03:22:36,844 --> 03:22:40,848 [Cole] And the "You still got it" chants from the WWE Universe. 3688 03:22:40,915 --> 03:22:41,916 Now the double team… 3689 03:22:42,984 --> 03:22:44,085 -[Corey] Oh! -…to Kane! 3690 03:22:44,952 --> 03:22:47,622 And D-Generation X is in control. 3691 03:22:48,189 --> 03:22:50,191 [Renee] The size of Kane, as you mentioned, Graves, 3692 03:22:50,258 --> 03:22:51,792 to get him up and over, what strength. 3693 03:22:51,859 --> 03:22:53,561 -You need two of them. -[Corey] Wait, wait. 3694 03:22:53,628 --> 03:22:55,897 Are we gonna see what I think we're gonna see? 3695 03:22:55,963 --> 03:22:58,699 [Cole] I think so. Shawn Michaels is going up top. 3696 03:22:58,766 --> 03:23:01,802 Shades of yesteryear for the Heartbreak Kid! 3697 03:23:01,869 --> 03:23:04,639 -[Corey chuckles] -Drops the elbow to the heart of Kane! 3698 03:23:08,109 --> 03:23:09,577 [Corey] Do you hear it, Cole? 3699 03:23:10,111 --> 03:23:11,145 [Cole] Oh, I hear it! 3700 03:23:11,212 --> 03:23:13,347 They're tuning up the band! 3701 03:23:18,085 --> 03:23:20,087 It's time for some music! 3702 03:23:20,154 --> 03:23:22,056 [crowd] …three, four, 3703 03:23:22,890 --> 03:23:27,895 five, six, seven, eight… 3704 03:23:27,962 --> 03:23:29,497 Kane back to his feet. 3705 03:23:29,564 --> 03:23:32,633 Shawn Michaels, with the Sweet Chin Music! 3706 03:23:32,700 --> 03:23:34,035 Blocked by Kane! 3707 03:23:34,101 --> 03:23:35,303 Kane with a Chokeslam! 3708 03:23:35,369 --> 03:23:36,571 [crowd cheering] 3709 03:23:42,677 --> 03:23:43,678 Tag! 3710 03:23:43,744 --> 03:23:45,746 And here comes The Undertaker. 3711 03:23:47,782 --> 03:23:50,484 And Shawn Michaels in deep, deep trouble now. 3712 03:23:59,493 --> 03:24:01,829 [Corey] Straight rights from The Phenom. 3713 03:24:01,896 --> 03:24:03,497 [Cole] And a headbutt as well. 3714 03:24:04,332 --> 03:24:06,567 [Renee] Unbelievable strikes from Undertaker. 3715 03:24:07,635 --> 03:24:09,570 [Corey] One of the best to ever do it. 3716 03:24:10,771 --> 03:24:12,773 [Cole] Shawn whipped across the ring. 3717 03:24:12,840 --> 03:24:15,242 -[Corey] Uh-oh! -[Cole] Undertaker now! 3718 03:24:15,309 --> 03:24:16,844 Snake eyes! 3719 03:24:16,911 --> 03:24:20,214 -[Corey] Taker with a full head of steam! -[Cole] Boot to Michaels! 3720 03:24:21,682 --> 03:24:24,151 Shawn has no idea where he is! 3721 03:24:24,218 --> 03:24:27,255 A big leg drop right across the face! 3722 03:24:27,321 --> 03:24:28,856 Here's the cover for the win! 3723 03:24:28,923 --> 03:24:30,157 And Michaels kicks out! 3724 03:24:31,192 --> 03:24:33,294 [Corey] The Deadman was half a second away 3725 03:24:33,361 --> 03:24:36,230 from spoiling the return of Shawn Michaels. 3726 03:24:39,066 --> 03:24:40,935 Shawn Michaels has so much to prove. 3727 03:24:41,002 --> 03:24:43,337 [Renee] He's gonna be in a lot of trouble. 3728 03:24:43,404 --> 03:24:45,573 [Cole] Triple H ran right into a right hand. 3729 03:24:46,941 --> 03:24:50,278 Oh, he caught him! Sweet Chin Music to the jaw! 3730 03:24:50,344 --> 03:24:54,482 From out of nowhere, the superkick by Michaels! 3731 03:24:54,548 --> 03:24:57,318 [Corey] But HBK doesn't have enough left to capitalize. 3732 03:24:58,619 --> 03:24:59,620 [Cole] Taker's down. 3733 03:24:59,687 --> 03:25:00,688 Kane's down. 3734 03:25:00,755 --> 03:25:01,756 Shawn's down. 3735 03:25:01,822 --> 03:25:02,823 Triple H is hurt. 3736 03:25:16,570 --> 03:25:18,072 [Corey] The official… Uh-oh! 3737 03:25:18,139 --> 03:25:20,007 [Cole] Uh-oh, Undertaker just sat up. 3738 03:25:20,841 --> 03:25:23,711 And that could be the death knell for D-Generation X. 3739 03:25:28,182 --> 03:25:30,718 Undertaker sends Shawn right outside the ring. 3740 03:25:30,785 --> 03:25:32,086 Right here in front of us. 3741 03:25:34,855 --> 03:25:37,058 Uh-oh! Undertaker clearing house here. 3742 03:25:38,125 --> 03:25:39,994 Undertaker is clearing house. 3743 03:25:45,032 --> 03:25:47,635 [Corey] What could The Deadman possibly have in mind? 3744 03:25:51,972 --> 03:25:52,973 [Cole] Uh-oh. 3745 03:25:53,674 --> 03:25:54,742 This is not good. 3746 03:25:54,809 --> 03:25:57,011 Undertaker has that look in his eye. 3747 03:25:57,078 --> 03:25:59,146 Undertaker has that look in his eye. 3748 03:26:00,047 --> 03:26:01,415 And now Shawn Michaels. 3749 03:26:05,953 --> 03:26:09,023 Shawn Michaels set up on the announce table. 3750 03:26:09,090 --> 03:26:12,860 [Corey] HBK is about to regret ever stepping foot in the ring again. 3751 03:26:14,028 --> 03:26:15,029 [crowd cheering] 3752 03:26:15,096 --> 03:26:16,564 [Cole] Shawn Michaels up top. 3753 03:26:16,630 --> 03:26:18,366 Triple H go from behind. 3754 03:26:18,432 --> 03:26:21,168 -[Renee] What a save. -Saving his D-Generation X buddy. 3755 03:26:21,235 --> 03:26:22,269 And now Kane. 3756 03:26:24,672 --> 03:26:26,974 Driven into the steps by Triple H. 3757 03:26:30,344 --> 03:26:32,613 And now Undertaker into the barricade. 3758 03:26:32,680 --> 03:26:34,281 [Corey] Triple H out of the way, 3759 03:26:34,348 --> 03:26:36,884 able to reverse at the last possible second. 3760 03:26:36,951 --> 03:26:40,020 [Cole] And just like that, DX is back in the game. 3761 03:26:40,087 --> 03:26:41,589 -Or maybe not. -[Corey] Uh-oh. 3762 03:26:41,655 --> 03:26:42,823 [Cole] Oh, my God! 3763 03:26:42,890 --> 03:26:43,891 Kane! 3764 03:26:43,958 --> 03:26:45,960 [crowd cheering] 3765 03:26:47,394 --> 03:26:50,364 A Chokeslam through the table! 3766 03:26:50,431 --> 03:26:51,866 Monitors and all! 3767 03:26:59,540 --> 03:27:01,776 Triple H and Shawn Michaels… 3768 03:27:03,344 --> 03:27:04,545 are motionless! 3769 03:27:05,579 --> 03:27:06,981 This is incredible! 3770 03:27:07,047 --> 03:27:10,184 Kane driving Triple H through our monitors, 3771 03:27:10,251 --> 03:27:12,219 through our entire announce table! 3772 03:27:13,187 --> 03:27:15,756 [Corey] What lengths are The Brothers of Destruction 3773 03:27:15,823 --> 03:27:16,824 willing to go to… 3774 03:27:17,992 --> 03:27:20,027 to put DX down forever? 3775 03:27:21,595 --> 03:27:25,299 -[Cole] We're seeing it right now. -[Renee] It's like the scene of a crime. 3776 03:27:25,366 --> 03:27:27,735 [Cole] I don't think there's any doubt about it. 3777 03:27:29,203 --> 03:27:30,871 [crowd chanting] This is awesome! 3778 03:27:30,938 --> 03:27:33,240 [Corey] The onslaught just continues. 3779 03:27:36,110 --> 03:27:37,812 [Cole] Triple H is hurt. 3780 03:27:37,878 --> 03:27:40,014 Shawn Michaels is helpless. 3781 03:27:40,080 --> 03:27:44,185 Undertaker is going for a vintage leg drop on the apron. 3782 03:27:46,287 --> 03:27:50,257 Right across the chest of Shawn Michaels! 3783 03:27:50,791 --> 03:27:52,359 D-Generation X! 3784 03:27:55,529 --> 03:27:56,897 Look at this, look at this. 3785 03:27:56,964 --> 03:27:59,233 Undertaker crawling right over to Triple H. 3786 03:28:00,734 --> 03:28:03,103 And now staring right into the eyes of The Game. 3787 03:28:07,708 --> 03:28:10,778 The Deadman's cold, icy stare. 3788 03:28:13,881 --> 03:28:15,349 "You guys are finished!" 3789 03:28:16,250 --> 03:28:17,585 The words of The Phenom! 3790 03:28:23,390 --> 03:28:25,159 And Triple H, I have no idea how… 3791 03:28:27,228 --> 03:28:30,297 The punishment that these two men have taken in this match. 3792 03:28:31,232 --> 03:28:35,269 And now Undertaker with the cover on Shawn Michaels, who kicks out! 3793 03:28:36,103 --> 03:28:38,806 Undertaker again, this time with a forearm in the face! 3794 03:28:38,873 --> 03:28:40,541 And another kick-out by Michaels! 3795 03:28:40,608 --> 03:28:43,410 [Corey] It's almost like Taker's punishing Shawn Michaels 3796 03:28:43,477 --> 03:28:45,546 for even attempting to stay in the fight. 3797 03:28:45,613 --> 03:28:48,115 [Renee] Punishing him for coming out of retirement. 3798 03:28:53,554 --> 03:28:56,891 [Cole] You gotta believe Undertaker's upset that Michaels' returned. 3799 03:28:57,458 --> 03:28:58,459 Tag! 3800 03:28:58,526 --> 03:28:59,527 Here comes Kane. 3801 03:29:06,166 --> 03:29:09,470 Shawn Michaels is being decimated 3802 03:29:09,537 --> 03:29:11,839 by both members of The Brothers of Destruction. 3803 03:29:13,774 --> 03:29:17,411 [Renee] Triple H is left down here at ringside through the announce table. 3804 03:29:21,282 --> 03:29:22,716 [Corey] The Big Red Machine 3805 03:29:22,783 --> 03:29:26,320 now just teeing off on Shawn Michaels in the corner. 3806 03:29:26,387 --> 03:29:29,690 [Cole] You just saw… You just saw Triple H. 3807 03:29:29,757 --> 03:29:32,359 The look on his face, his body destroyed. 3808 03:29:33,994 --> 03:29:35,496 Barely moving at ringside 3809 03:29:35,563 --> 03:29:39,099 as Kane continues the assault on Shawn Michaels. 3810 03:29:40,401 --> 03:29:41,936 You know what? It sounded fun. 3811 03:29:42,002 --> 03:29:45,205 It sounded all well and good for D-Generation X to reunite 3812 03:29:45,272 --> 03:29:46,473 and ride one more time. 3813 03:29:47,207 --> 03:29:50,144 [Corey] Well, right now, this has turned into a horror movie come to life. 3814 03:29:50,210 --> 03:29:53,581 The Brothers of Destruction could stay here doing this all night. 3815 03:29:55,649 --> 03:29:57,318 [Cole] And Kane now in the cover. 3816 03:29:57,384 --> 03:29:59,053 And Shawn still has fight in him. 3817 03:30:01,989 --> 03:30:04,692 [Corey] Frequent tags now from Kane and The Undertaker. 3818 03:30:04,758 --> 03:30:07,328 It's almost as if they're enjoying this. 3819 03:30:07,394 --> 03:30:11,432 Just taking turns destroying Shawn Michaels. 3820 03:30:12,166 --> 03:30:15,436 [Cole] And that's what it is, is complete destruction. 3821 03:30:20,307 --> 03:30:23,477 Undertaker now with a suplex to Michaels. 3822 03:30:24,244 --> 03:30:25,746 Into the cover again on Shawn. 3823 03:30:25,813 --> 03:30:27,982 And somehow, Michaels has still got fight. 3824 03:30:28,048 --> 03:30:30,351 [Corey] I'm wondering if this is just pure instinct alone. 3825 03:30:30,417 --> 03:30:31,919 I don't think Shawn even realizes it. 3826 03:30:31,986 --> 03:30:35,222 [Renee] Muscle memory's gotta be coming into play for Shawn Michaels tonight. 3827 03:30:35,289 --> 03:30:39,059 [Cole] I think it has to do with pride. Shawn Michaels is a very proud man. 3828 03:30:39,126 --> 03:30:43,330 He talked a lot to me in the weeks leading up to this about his comeback to the ring. 3829 03:30:43,397 --> 03:30:45,766 How he wanted to be good. He wanted to be 100%. 3830 03:30:45,833 --> 03:30:47,334 He didn't wanna lose his step. 3831 03:30:47,401 --> 03:30:49,470 It means so much to him to be involved here tonight. 3832 03:30:49,536 --> 03:30:50,938 But now he's being pummeled, 3833 03:30:51,005 --> 03:30:53,474 and he's being destroyed by The Brothers of Destruction. 3834 03:30:53,540 --> 03:30:55,309 [Corey] Unfortunately, for Shawn Michaels, 3835 03:30:55,376 --> 03:30:58,278 his pride could be the worst thing in the entire world 3836 03:30:58,345 --> 03:31:00,447 because of what we're seeing right now. 3837 03:31:00,514 --> 03:31:03,150 [Cole] Triple H is now a non-factor in this match. 3838 03:31:04,218 --> 03:31:07,187 Ringside Doctor is here with Triple H. 3839 03:31:07,254 --> 03:31:10,991 Meanwhile, Shawn Michaels has no one to tag, no one to go to. 3840 03:31:11,058 --> 03:31:12,326 He's been left alone. 3841 03:31:12,393 --> 03:31:15,429 It's no fault of anybody's except The Brothers of Destruction. 3842 03:31:15,496 --> 03:31:16,730 They caused all this. 3843 03:31:16,797 --> 03:31:21,468 And now, they are just continuing to punish and pummel Shawn Michaels. 3844 03:31:21,535 --> 03:31:25,439 To make Shawn Michaels regret that he returned to this grand stage. 3845 03:31:25,506 --> 03:31:28,342 To come back to the ring for the first time in eight years 3846 03:31:28,409 --> 03:31:29,410 to suffer this. 3847 03:31:31,679 --> 03:31:32,680 [Corey] Cover here. 3848 03:31:32,746 --> 03:31:35,516 [Cole] Again, a cover. And Shawn again kicks out. 3849 03:31:35,582 --> 03:31:38,819 But, Corey and Renee, at some point, Shawn's just gotta stay down. 3850 03:31:38,886 --> 03:31:40,688 I know it's not in his instinct. 3851 03:31:40,754 --> 03:31:42,322 I know it's not in his blood. 3852 03:31:42,389 --> 03:31:44,992 But he's gotta stay down because this is getting bad. 3853 03:31:45,059 --> 03:31:46,894 [Renee] You talked about that pride before. 3854 03:31:46,960 --> 03:31:48,128 I think that's the main thing 3855 03:31:48,195 --> 03:31:50,130 that's in effect here for Shawn Michaels tonight. 3856 03:31:50,197 --> 03:31:52,833 [Corey] Pride's fueling something in Shawn Michaels. 3857 03:31:52,900 --> 03:31:54,535 HBK firing rights. 3858 03:31:55,102 --> 03:31:58,839 -Fighting his way back into this. -[Cole] Kane with a vintage sidewalk slam. 3859 03:31:58,906 --> 03:32:03,911 Cover now on Shawn, who again gets the shoulder up somehow. 3860 03:32:03,977 --> 03:32:05,412 Shawn Michaels. 3861 03:32:05,479 --> 03:32:08,282 Deep, deep down, way back into years, 3862 03:32:08,849 --> 03:32:11,418 the resilience that made him a multi-time champion, 3863 03:32:11,485 --> 03:32:14,621 that made him one of the greatest in-ring performers in history, 3864 03:32:14,688 --> 03:32:16,457 on display here again tonight. 3865 03:32:16,523 --> 03:32:18,625 [Corey] The Big Red Machine headed up top. 3866 03:32:18,692 --> 03:32:21,662 [Cole] Michaels, though, buys himself some time. 3867 03:32:23,030 --> 03:32:24,031 Kane is down. 3868 03:32:24,732 --> 03:32:26,533 Undertaker is down. 3869 03:32:26,600 --> 03:32:28,268 Shawn Michaels is down. 3870 03:32:28,335 --> 03:32:29,837 Triple H is down. 3871 03:32:30,938 --> 03:32:33,307 [Corey] Both members of D-Generation X, 3872 03:32:33,373 --> 03:32:36,477 their bodies have to be wracked with pain right now 3873 03:32:36,543 --> 03:32:38,312 after the suffering they've endured 3874 03:32:38,378 --> 03:32:40,547 at the hands of The Brothers of Destruction. 3875 03:32:45,853 --> 03:32:47,955 [Cole] There's a reason that these four men 3876 03:32:48,021 --> 03:32:50,824 are considered the greatest of all time. 3877 03:32:52,459 --> 03:32:59,066 It's the heart and the display of emotion that they're showing here tonight. 3878 03:32:59,133 --> 03:33:01,502 And now Undertaker back to his feet. 3879 03:33:01,568 --> 03:33:04,304 And he is not done punishing Shawn Michaels. 3880 03:33:04,371 --> 03:33:06,039 But Taker into the post! 3881 03:33:06,106 --> 03:33:07,574 And Michaels has life. 3882 03:33:10,177 --> 03:33:12,679 [Corey] I don't know so much that Michaels has life 3883 03:33:12,746 --> 03:33:14,314 as he averted certain disaster. 3884 03:33:16,316 --> 03:33:19,353 I don't even think Shawn Michaels knows where he is right now. 3885 03:33:23,323 --> 03:33:24,925 Let's take another look at this. 3886 03:33:24,992 --> 03:33:28,328 Undertaker… with malicious intentions 3887 03:33:28,395 --> 03:33:30,931 of driving Shawn into the steel post, but now… 3888 03:33:30,998 --> 03:33:34,334 [Cole] And Kane driving Shawn back into the turnbuckle yet again. 3889 03:33:37,004 --> 03:33:40,707 [Corey] The Big Red Machine picking up right where The Undertaker left off. 3890 03:33:44,077 --> 03:33:47,814 [Renee] Continually inflicting so much damage on the Heartbreak Kid. 3891 03:33:47,881 --> 03:33:49,650 [Cole] And now an uppercut by Kane. 3892 03:33:52,586 --> 03:33:54,354 And Shawn trying to cover up now. 3893 03:33:56,990 --> 03:33:59,326 Fighting back with everything he has left. 3894 03:34:00,761 --> 03:34:01,762 Right to the ribs. 3895 03:34:02,329 --> 03:34:03,630 And now Kane. 3896 03:34:03,697 --> 03:34:08,969 Shawn Michaels hit Kane so hard that Kane's mask came off his face. 3897 03:34:12,439 --> 03:34:15,509 [Corey] Shawn Michaels bought himself some valuable time. 3898 03:34:15,576 --> 03:34:18,712 Now looking down, almost unable to capitalize. 3899 03:34:20,214 --> 03:34:21,548 [Cole] What are you doing? 3900 03:34:21,615 --> 03:34:23,917 Shawn Michaels up to the top rope. 3901 03:34:23,984 --> 03:34:25,419 Michaels, moonsault! 3902 03:34:25,485 --> 03:34:26,486 [crowd cheering] 3903 03:34:26,553 --> 03:34:27,988 [Corey] God Almighty! 3904 03:34:29,389 --> 03:34:32,526 [Cole] Shawn Michaels, shades of old. 3905 03:34:33,360 --> 03:34:34,461 [Renee] Is he smiling? 3906 03:34:34,528 --> 03:34:36,363 [Cole] Shades of 96. 3907 03:34:37,164 --> 03:34:39,099 The moonsault by Michaels! 3908 03:34:39,900 --> 03:34:41,635 Absolutely incredible! 3909 03:34:42,336 --> 03:34:43,837 He said, "What the hell?" 3910 03:34:43,904 --> 03:34:47,507 And delivered the moonsault to The Undertaker and Kane! 3911 03:34:48,542 --> 03:34:50,210 [Corey] This ranks right up there 3912 03:34:50,277 --> 03:34:53,847 with one of the most insane moments I've ever been a part of. 3913 03:34:55,182 --> 03:34:58,151 [Renee] Huge boot to the face of Kane. 3914 03:34:58,218 --> 03:35:01,188 [Corey] Makes you think of the Eagles song, "Desperado." 3915 03:35:01,255 --> 03:35:02,990 Why don't you come to your senses? 3916 03:35:03,056 --> 03:35:04,558 Shawn, what are you doing? 3917 03:35:04,625 --> 03:35:11,431 [Cole] Meanwhile, Triple H has somehow managed to crawl back up the steps 3918 03:35:11,498 --> 03:35:13,433 and up to the apron of the ring. 3919 03:35:13,500 --> 03:35:15,736 Shawn has somebody back. 3920 03:35:15,802 --> 03:35:19,106 We don't know what Triple H's… his condition is, 3921 03:35:19,172 --> 03:35:21,642 but Shawn Michaels has somebody back on his side, 3922 03:35:21,708 --> 03:35:23,310 somebody back in his corner. 3923 03:35:31,151 --> 03:35:35,355 [Corey] Shawn Michaels desperately trying to will himself to the corner. 3924 03:35:35,422 --> 03:35:40,494 [Cole] Triple H trying to get the WWE fans behind the Heartbreak Kid. 3925 03:35:41,094 --> 03:35:44,531 [Renee] I can't imagine the pain in Shawn's body from that moonsault. 3926 03:35:44,598 --> 03:35:47,067 [Cole] Shawn trying to drag himself to the corner. 3927 03:35:47,134 --> 03:35:48,368 He makes a tag! 3928 03:35:48,435 --> 03:35:49,903 Here comes The Game! 3929 03:35:49,970 --> 03:35:52,906 Triple H, after being Chokeslammed through a table, 3930 03:35:52,973 --> 03:35:54,441 is back in this match! 3931 03:35:57,778 --> 03:35:58,912 [crowd cheering] 3932 03:35:58,979 --> 03:36:01,748 [Corey] Triple H looks like he's fighting with one good arm right now. 3933 03:36:01,815 --> 03:36:03,183 It's certainly the effects. 3934 03:36:03,250 --> 03:36:05,652 [Cole] He injured his ribs early on in the match 3935 03:36:05,719 --> 03:36:08,822 when he hit the turnbuckle hard and went over the top rope. 3936 03:36:08,889 --> 03:36:11,625 But Triple H is still in this, with the knee, 3937 03:36:11,692 --> 03:36:13,660 and now a spinebuster from Triple H! 3938 03:36:13,727 --> 03:36:15,095 And The Game is back in it! 3939 03:36:18,999 --> 03:36:22,402 [Corey] D-Generation X somehow able to build a rally, but… 3940 03:36:23,136 --> 03:36:24,871 [Cole] Undertaker sat right up. 3941 03:36:25,973 --> 03:36:29,609 And Triple H, looking for the Pedigree, but a backdrop! 3942 03:36:35,515 --> 03:36:36,616 Blocks the Chokeslam! 3943 03:36:39,519 --> 03:36:42,289 [Corey] Another attempt at a Tombstone from The Deadman. 3944 03:36:42,356 --> 03:36:43,457 Pedigree on its way! 3945 03:36:43,523 --> 03:36:45,325 [Cole] Undertaker looking to block! 3946 03:36:45,392 --> 03:36:47,728 Pedigree from The Game! 3947 03:36:49,796 --> 03:36:51,231 But Kane back to his feet! 3948 03:36:54,501 --> 03:36:57,304 [Corey] The Big Red Machine launched to the outside. 3949 03:36:58,005 --> 03:37:00,440 [Cole] These men are absolutely exhausted. 3950 03:37:00,507 --> 03:37:02,476 [Corey] This is DX's chance if… Oh, no! 3951 03:37:02,542 --> 03:37:06,146 [Cole] Looking for the Hell's Gate! Looking for Hell's Gate! Hell's Gate! 3952 03:37:06,213 --> 03:37:07,748 The submission hold locked in! 3953 03:37:07,814 --> 03:37:09,383 Locked in on Triple H! 3954 03:37:11,485 --> 03:37:13,520 Triple H trying to fight out of it! 3955 03:37:13,587 --> 03:37:17,657 [Corey] The Game beginning… fighting with everything he's got left! 3956 03:37:17,724 --> 03:37:20,727 -[Cole] But Hell's Gate is locked in! -Is Triple H gonna tap? 3957 03:37:22,195 --> 03:37:24,731 [Cole] Shawn Michaels back in the ring! 3958 03:37:24,798 --> 03:37:25,899 Kane back in the ring! 3959 03:37:27,401 --> 03:37:28,602 Went for the Chokeslam! 3960 03:37:28,668 --> 03:37:30,037 Sweet Chin Music! 3961 03:37:30,103 --> 03:37:33,240 [Corey] Oh! He landed on Undertaker and broke Hell's Gate! 3962 03:37:33,306 --> 03:37:35,175 [Cole] All four men down in the ring! 3963 03:37:35,242 --> 03:37:38,879 A desperation superkick from Shawn Michaels 3964 03:37:38,945 --> 03:37:41,548 may have saved the match for DX! 3965 03:37:44,918 --> 03:37:47,954 [Corey] One of the luckiest turns of events of all time. 3966 03:37:48,021 --> 03:37:49,823 HBK, bam! 3967 03:37:49,890 --> 03:37:51,024 Superkick! 3968 03:37:51,091 --> 03:37:53,994 Sending Kane on top of The Undertaker. 3969 03:37:54,061 --> 03:37:57,364 Forcing Undertaker to break the Hell's Gate submission. 3970 03:37:57,431 --> 03:37:58,732 We are back at zero! 3971 03:37:58,799 --> 03:38:04,538 [Cole] And did you hear the rumble in this stadium when the superkick landed? 3972 03:38:04,604 --> 03:38:07,874 And now The Brothers of Destruction sit up again! 3973 03:38:07,941 --> 03:38:11,578 How much do these four men have left? 3974 03:38:18,185 --> 03:38:21,655 This is an incredible performance, no matter what happens. 3975 03:38:24,658 --> 03:38:28,128 -Uh-oh! Shawn and Triple H! -[Renee] Right into it. 3976 03:38:28,195 --> 03:38:31,498 [Cole] The Brothers of Destruction looking for a double Tombstone! 3977 03:38:31,565 --> 03:38:34,568 -[Renee] An eye poke. -[Corey] Shawn went to the eye! 3978 03:38:34,634 --> 03:38:36,736 Shawn put his fingers in Kane's eye to… 3979 03:38:36,803 --> 03:38:38,305 [Cole] Superkick again! 3980 03:38:38,371 --> 03:38:41,041 Undertaker driven across the ring! 3981 03:38:44,177 --> 03:38:47,013 -Superkick to Kane! -[Renee] Half-blinded Kane! 3982 03:38:47,080 --> 03:38:49,850 [Cole] Triple H with a Pedigree! 3983 03:38:51,685 --> 03:38:53,386 The Game has nothing left! 3984 03:38:53,453 --> 03:38:54,654 But was that enough? 3985 03:38:54,721 --> 03:38:56,690 -It is! -[bell dings] 3986 03:38:56,756 --> 03:38:59,126 -D-Generation X wins! -[crowd cheering] 3987 03:38:59,960 --> 03:39:01,828 [Greg] Here are your winners, 3988 03:39:01,895 --> 03:39:06,266 D-Generation X! 3989 03:39:06,333 --> 03:39:10,704 [Corey] I saw it with my very own eyes, and I still don't know if I believe it. 3990 03:39:14,374 --> 03:39:18,979 [Cole] Ladies and gentlemen, stand up and applaud. 3991 03:39:19,045 --> 03:39:23,416 Stand up and give these men the ovation they deserve. 3992 03:39:24,284 --> 03:39:27,687 [Renee] Everybody here at Crown Jewel is on their feet, Michael Cole. 3993 03:39:27,754 --> 03:39:32,626 [Cole] The four greatest of all time in one ring tonight 3994 03:39:32,692 --> 03:39:38,465 with an epic performance that no one will ever, ever forget. 3995 03:39:40,200 --> 03:39:42,602 [Corey] Take a look at this, the closing moments. 3996 03:39:42,669 --> 03:39:45,171 Watch Shawn Michaels reach across Triple H's body. 3997 03:39:45,238 --> 03:39:46,239 And, boom! 3998 03:39:46,306 --> 03:39:48,275 A finger right in the eye of Kane. 3999 03:39:49,609 --> 03:39:54,147 Shawn Michaels would escape, opening the door for not one… 4000 03:39:54,214 --> 03:39:55,949 Boom! 4001 03:39:56,016 --> 03:40:00,654 …but two sets of Sweet Chin Music and a Pedigree from The Game. 4002 03:40:01,354 --> 03:40:03,924 Face-first goes The Big Red Machine. 4003 03:40:03,990 --> 03:40:05,458 [crowd] One, two, three. 4004 03:40:05,525 --> 03:40:10,096 And DX at Crown Jewel reigns supreme. 4005 03:40:10,730 --> 03:40:13,833 [Cole] I want you to think about what we witnessed tonight. 4006 03:40:13,900 --> 03:40:18,872 These are four men who have not been, by any stretch of the imagination, 4007 03:40:19,439 --> 03:40:25,078 regular performers for years, Superstars for years in WWE. 4008 03:40:25,812 --> 03:40:30,951 Shawn Michaels retired and hasn't had a match in eight and a half years. 4009 03:40:31,751 --> 03:40:38,391 And the performance that these four men put on for us tonight is historic. 4010 03:40:39,259 --> 03:40:41,728 It is absolutely incredible. 4011 03:40:41,795 --> 03:40:45,632 The passion, the emotion that was displayed tonight. 4012 03:40:46,566 --> 03:40:49,936 D-Generation X rise again. 4013 03:40:57,577 --> 03:41:00,313 Indeed, there should be a celebration. 4014 03:41:00,380 --> 03:41:04,317 A celebration of the greats of all time. 4015 03:41:05,051 --> 03:41:08,455 [Corey] Congratulations to D-Generation X. 4016 03:41:09,256 --> 03:41:10,991 [Cole] Thank you for joining us. 4017 03:41:11,057 --> 03:41:13,960 Good night everybody, from Crown Jewel. 4018 03:41:14,027 --> 03:41:16,229 ♪ You think you can tell me what to do? ♪ 4019 03:41:19,432 --> 03:41:21,434 ♪ You know who you're talkin' to? ♪ ? ♪