Saturday, September 3, 2022

Clash at the Castle | Review-ish | Roman's Reign Continues | Broken Dreams for Drew McIntyre & More

After so much anticipation, Clash at the Castle, the U.K's first Major Pay-Per-View in thirty years, is now in the books, history has been made, here is a look back at the evening's action from the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales. 

On the kick off show, Madcap Moss and Street Profits defeated Alpha Academy and Mr. Money In The Bank. Theory, in what was an outstanding match.

Bianca Belair, Alexa Bliss & Asuka vs. Bayley, Dakota Kai & Iyo Sky
This was an excellent match, great chemistry was shown by everyone involved, Bayley pinned Bianca to get the win for her team, she will no doubt use this victory to make a point that she deserves a RAW Women's Championship opportunity. 

Intercontinental Championship Match
Gunther (c) vs. Sheamus
Sheamus walked out to a great crowd reception, Imperium were re-united before the bell rang,
this was brutal to watch and it lived up to expectations. Gunther hit Sheamus with a fierce clothesline for victory. Sheamus received a standing ovation from the crowd, a great moment which was very well deserved.

SmackDown Women's Championship Match
Liv Morgan (c) vs. Shayna Baszler

Many were expecting to see Shayna win, however, Liv, with an injured arm, overcame the odds and proved the doubters wrong by hitting the Oblivion for the win to remain Champion.

Edge & Rey Mysterio & Damian Priest & Finn Balor
The crowd singing Edge's theme song when he and Rey were in the ring was a beautiful moment, let's talk about what happened towards the end of the match, Finn Balor was met with a 619 from Rey and spear from Edge, leading to victory for the good guys, there was a thought prior to this match, would Dominik join the Judgement Day? The answer was not clear, as he turned against Rey and Edge during their victory celebrations but walked to the back on his own.  

The crowd attendance was 62,296 announced by Samantha Irvin. 

Seth Riddle vs. Matt Riddle
The co-main event was an absolute classic, Rollins used Riddles emotions against him to pick up the win via the Stomp, it will be interesting to see if they run this back for one more match at Extreme Rules.

Undisputed WWE Universal Championship Match
Roman Reigns (c) vs. Drew McIntyre
Tyson Fury, Karrion Kross and Scarlett were ringside for the main event. Broken Dreams was played prior to Drew's walk to the ring. there were "Oh Drew McIntyre" chants, Roman's entrance was epic as always. he was met with "who are ya chants" the crowd was in full support for Drew, Roman looked confused and surprised by this, towards the end of the match, the referee was knocked down after Drew hit the Claymore to Roman, Theory's cash in was denied by Tyson Fury, Jimmy and Jey Uso's brother Solo Sikoa caused interference which led to Roman spearing Drew to remain champion. Acknowledge Him. 

Tyson Fury joined Drew in the ring to sing some songs before the show went off the air, it is interesting to note there were no new champions crowned, the show itself was absolutely magnificent, it was WrestleMania-esq, hopefully the WWE will hold another Pay-Per-View/Premium Live Event in the near future here in the U.K

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Friday, September 2, 2022

Clash at the Castle Predictions | The First U.K Major Event For Thirty Years | History Will Be Made

Welcome back to the blog and if you are new, hello and welcome, here we talk about all things WWE, be sure to check out the archives for past content, in the words of Chad Gable. A Thank Yewwww! 

At the time of writing, so far six matches have been announced, there may be one or two additions to the card, we shall see, let's begin the predictions.

Intercontinental Championship Match 
Gunther (c) vs. Sheamus

Not sure where this will be positioned on the line up, however, it will be a great way for the event to start, particularly with the crowd that will be in attendance, expect to see a tough, physical contest which will probably go on for twenty five to thirty minutes. Sheamus has never won the Intercontinental Championship in his career, wrestling is often remembered by moments, this is one of them for sure, Gunther will try to stop that from happening. Predicted Winner: and NEW Intercontinental Champion. Sheamus.

Bianca Belair, Alexa Bliss & Asuka vs. Bayley, Dakota Kai & Iyo Sky
Six fantastic competitors in one match, Bayley, Dakota, Iyo Sky returned at SummerSlam recently as you know, the logic is they will win, but you never know, it will be interesting to see who takes the losing pinfall out of Bianca, Alexa or Asuka here. Predicted Winners: Bayley, Dakota Kai & Iyo Sky.

Edge & Rey Mysterio vs. Damian Priest & Finn Balor 
There is some intrigue to this tag match, particularly of the role Dominik will play, the belief is he will cost Edge and his father Rey here and align with The Judgement Day. Predicted Winners: Damian Priest & Finn Balor. 

Seth Rollins vs. Matt Riddle
No disrespect to the other matches, this will steal the show, the build has been immense, Riddle showing his serious side when he talks to Rollins has been great to see as it tells us fans, yes Riddle is a guy that loves to have fun in comedy segments, he is also able to switch moods, Seth will be looking to get the last laugh here, no pun intended. Predicted Winner: Matt Riddle.

SmackDown Women's Championship Match
Liv Morgan (c) vs. Shayna Baszler

Ever since Liv defeated Ronda at SummerSlam, some fans have changed their opinion about her as champion, something Becky predicted would happen in a promo months ago, Shayna is exactly where she should be, competing for titles, the last singles title she held was the NXT Women's Championship, a reign lasting a total of 416 days, after much thought and consideration, the prediction is for Liv to sneak her way to victory and surprise Shayna. Predicted Winner: and still SmackDown Women's Champion. Liv Morgan. 

if the prediction is true and Liv remains champion, it's finally time to see Shayna vs, Ronda in a feud with a match stipulation that has something to do with Mixed Martial Arts. 

Undisputed Universal WWE Championship Match
Roman Reigns (c) vs. Drew McIntyre

There have been hints from Drew that his old theme song Broken Dreams could be making a return, if that is the case, what a moment it will be, the reaction from the crowd will be amazing, social media will be buzzing also. Romans Reign as champion has lasted two years, an incredible achievement from the Tribal Chief, in terms of how the match will end? the expectation is for someone to return and cost Roman the title, leading to Drew hitting the Claymore for the 1,2,3. Predicted Winner: and NEW Undisputed Universal WWE Champion, Drew McIntyre.

The prediction does not end there, while Drew is celebrating with the crowd, with fireworks included, he ends up getting attacked, resulting in Theory successfully cashing in Money in the Bank to become the new Champion, resulting in Broken Dreams for Drew McIntyre.

No matter what happens at Clash at the Castle. History WILL be made!