Post by bischoff on Jan 30, 2011 12:52:27 GMT -5
Official Royal Rumble Theme Song
Event Date: Sunday, January 30th, 2011
Live, From the Joe Louis Arena in Detroit Michigan!
Ladies and Gentlemen, it's time. For the 2nd Annual, SOOL Royal Rumble![/color]
Downfall, by TRUSTcompany begins to play as we cut to a packed Joe Louis Arena. In Detroit Michigian, the camera shows the thousands and thousands of fans cheering with excitement. Cue the spectacular blasts of pyro all throughout the High-Definition stage, a big line of fireworks blast down the aisle and finally a double burst of gold sparklers come out of the ringposts. Once all of the fireworks are complete the camera cuts to Jim Ross and Jerry Lawler.[/b]
[Jim Ross] [/color]This is it folks, the night has finally arrived. The Royal Rumble!! The Road To WrestleMania begins tonight.
[Jerry Lawler] [/color]Oh JR, I can't wait. Think of the possibilities leading up to tonight, I wonder who will win!
[Jim Ross] [/color]Anyone can win, it's really in the luck of the draw. But the rumble match isn't all we have in store for you folks'
[Jerry Lawler] [/color]You got that right, our World Title Match tonight is sure to be, as you would say. A Slobberknocker, pitting Evan Bourne in his first title defense against former champion and sAs Leader Mr. Anderson. Who do you think will win this one, JR?
[Jim Ross] [/color]It's a tough one, but I have got to give the edge to Mr. Anderson. He has been doing well as of late, but not to put down our champion. Evan has the heart of a lion, but I just feel Anderson has the edge in this one.
[Jerry Lawler] [/color]We also have the Triple Threat match for Intercontinental Gold. CM Punk vs Jack Swagger vs The Miz! All of these men are sly and crafty in their own way so I can't wait to see how this one turns out.
[Jim Ross] [/color]Awh heck, enough of us yapping, King. Let's kick this show off and head to ringside!
Intro By: Chris Jericho
Tag Team Match
Tyler Black & Jimmy Jacobs [The Age Of The Fall] vs A.J. Styles & Daniel Bryan
*In the centre of the ring, ring announcer Justin Roberts is standing by ready to announce the opening contest of this historic PPV.*[/color]
[Justin Roberts][/color] Ladies and gentlemen... our opening contest of SOOL Royal Rumble 2011 is a tag team contest and it is scheduled for one fall!
*Suddenly the piercing screams of a woman fill the arena as the prologue to The Age Of The Fall's theme begins to play. The usual hostile welcome from the fans is already in place and some jeers begin to rise up from them even before Tyler Black or Jimmy Jacobs have appeared on the stage.*[/color]
*Once their theme kicks in, both Black and Jacobs emerge from behind the curtain to a loud volley of boos and jeers. They are as usual unfazed by this and begin to make their way towards the ring full of swagger and confidence.*[/color]
[Justin Roberts][/color] Introducing first... at a combined weight of 391 lb... Tyler Black & Jimmy Jacobs... they are The Age Of The Fall!
*As they enter the ring chants of "You Suck!" are directed their way. Jacobs removes his jacket while Black takes off his t-shirt and they both stare intently towards the stage awaiting the arrival of the team some people have named "The Internet Darlings".*[/color]
[Justin Roberts][/color] And their opponents...
*Confusion descends upon the arena as Eric Bischoff appears on the stage with a mic in hand with no sign of either AJ Styles or Daniel Bryan in tow. Bischoff raises his mic upwards and begins to speak.*[/color]
[Eric Bischoff][/color] Ladies and gentlemen I have an announcement to make! Unfortunately... AJ Styles and Daniel Bryan could not be here tonight...
*A huge roar of disapproval from the fans.*[/color]
[Eric Bischoff][/color] I know... I know... I really wanted to see The Age Of The Fall rip those guys to shreds too...
*Bischoff is now sharing the boos and jeers with the AOTF.*[/color]
[Eric Bischoff][/color] But anyway... seeing how The Age Of The Fall don't have opponents any longer and how they never had a rematch for the Tag Team Titles they never lost... I've decided to make a Tag Team Championship match between The Kings Of Wrestling and The Age Of The Fall right here... RIGHT NOW!
*The fans' reaction instantly switches to a positive one as they are about to witness a SOOL dream match.*[/color]
[Eric Bischoff][/color] Enjoy!
*Bischoff leaves the stage with a huge grin on his face.*[/color]
[Jim Ross][/color] Bah gawd King! What a match this one should be! I didn't expect this here tonight!
[Jerry "The King" Lawler][/color] You're right JR! You never know what's going to happen in SOOL! I'm excited!
*As The Kings Of Wrestling's music begins to play, the AOTF look more pumped up than ever. The Kings walk out onto the stage to a mixed reaction from the live audience.*[/color]
[Justin Roberts][/color] By order of Eric Bischoff this match is now for the World Tag Team Championship. On their way to the ring, at a combined weight of 447lb... they are the World Tag Team Champions... Claudio Castagnoli and Chris Hero... The Kings Of Wrestling!
*Justin Roberts leaves the ring as the KOW enter. They remove their jackets and hand over the tag team titles to the referee who holds them aloft in the air for a few seconds signifying this is a championship match. The referee then passes the titles to ringside as both teams stare intently at one another before calling for the bell to start this match-up.*[/color]
Tag Team Championship
Tag Team Match
Chris Hero & Claudio Castagnoli [The Kings Of Wrestling](c)[/b][/color] vs. Tyler Black & Jimmy Jacobs [The Age Of The Fall]
Match Recorded By: Jimmy Jacobs
(The AOTF purchased a Tag Team Title shot from the SOOL shop for $8000)[/size][/b]
Video Promo By: Beer Money
Tag Team Championship #1 Contenders Match 1
4 Man Elimination Battle Royal
- 4 Tag Teams. 2 Battle Royals. A member from each Team competes in a separate Battle Royal.
- If one superstar should win a Battle Royal, he will earn his team a #1 contenders Tag Team match later on in the show.
- If superstars from the same Tag Team should win BOTH Battle Royals, that team will become the #1 contenders for theTag Team Championships without the requirement of a separate Tag Team #1 contenders match on Monday Night Raw.
[img src="JTG [Cryme Tyme] vs RoadDogg [New Age Outlaws] vs Farooq [APA] vs James Storm [Beer Money]
Match Recorded By: Farooq
*The cameras cut to video footage shot earlier in the day, and it shows none other than Lay-Cool arriving to the arena.*
*Lay-Cool seems to be chatting a bit as they begin to enter the arena.*
*As they enter the arena, they are approached by SOOL staff member.*
[[SOOL Employee]] Hey, Michelle & Layla. I'm a new SOOL employee and my first assignment is to get quick interview with you. Could you please spare a minute for a few questions?
[[Michelle McCool]] Finally, someone with a little bit of respect in SOOL. I guess I can spare some time since you did ask so nicely. Go ahead and start.
[[SOOL Employee]] Thank you, so first, what are your thoughts on what took place at the end of the Steel Cage contract signing from SmackDown?
[[Michelle McCool]] Let's see, for those who were lame enough to miss it, that spineless champion of ours took a cheap shot at me. So I pounced on the supposed 'hellcat' and showed her that I'm not a diva to be taken lightly. She's just lucky that me and Lay here didn't decide to finish her off. I wanted to leave just enough of her so that I can put her out of her misery once and for all.
[[SOOL Employee]] How do you feel about the cage match tonight? Are there any nerves or is there a sense of confidence?
[[Michelle McCool]] Who isn't naturally nervous when you step into a cage match? However, the nerves wont be there once I step into that cage, because I know I have that piece of trash in front of me that I need to dismantle. I know that I'll be riding high on confidence because obviously, I don't think she has what it takes to beat me. Melina needs a miracle to escape the cage in one piece, let alone leave tonight as Divas Champion.
[[SOOL Employee]] Great stuff right there, now let's move onto another topic people are talking about from last week's SmackDown. That is if you don't mind. Beth Phoenix challenged you to a rematch for this past week on SmackDown, but it didn't happen. There was no answer from, you and people said that you are afraid of her. What are your thoughts on that?
[[Michelle McCool]] I know you didn't just go there. Ok first of all, I'm not afraid of anyone. Get your facts straight newbie. Second of all, I heard what that man said about me, so I went to Stephanie before the contract signing, and I told her to book that match. Stephanie refused to do so, she said she didn't want to risk an injury in her ppv match because of an irate and desperate Beth. So I took a moment and thought about it. I went with it, because I already beat Beth. I have nothing to prove to her, I'm the one with everything to lose. The man Beth, has everything to gain if she tries to injure me, so for now. Beth take a number and wait your turn to go one on one with the FLAWLESS ONE!
[[SOOL Employee]] Good, and I'm sorry if I offended you, I'm just doing my job. Now one more question, what are your comments in response to the remarks made from Madison Rayne and Sara Del Ray from this past week?
[[Michelle McCool]] Madison what and Sara Del who? If I don't know them, and if Lay doesn't know them then they are exactly that.... Nobodies! Actually, I did hear what "Madi" said and well, after I saw her lose to AJ, she became a SOOL non-factor. Now as for Sara... Sorry, I don't follow indie Divas that really are in way over their heads here in SOOL. Have a match, then mention my name. Anyways, I'm done, we got things to do before my match.
*Lay-Cool walk off as the camera cuts to ringside.*
Promo By: Michelle McCool
Tag Team Championship #1 Contenders Match 2
4 Man Elimination Battle Royal
- 4 Tag Teams. 2 Battle Royals. A member from each Team competes in a separate Battle Royal.
- If one superstar should win a Battle Royal, he will earn his team a #1 contenders Tag Team match later on in the show.
- If superstars from the same Tag Team should win BOTH Battle Royals, that team will become the #1 contenders for theTag Team Championships without the requirement of a separate Tag Team #1 contenders match later on Monday Night Raw.
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Match Recorded By: Bradshaw
We see a match graphic for the upcoming Divas Championship match that will take place inside the steel cage. It concludes and our cameras take us outside the arena. After a brief overview of the environment outside we're taken to a bridge just a few minutes away where Divas Champion, Melina. Is shown sitting on a concrete barricade beside the bridged road.
Melina: Isn't the sunset so peaceful? Look at the sky, see it's wonderful colors.. Smell the crisp clear clean air.
She takes a whiff of the air and the cameraman for some reason gets nervous and drops the camera sending Melina into an instant verbal rage.
Melina: What the hell are you doing?! Is it that hard to hold a freaking camera? I'm surrounded by incompetence! I try to have a peaceful evening in front of the damn sunset and thats interrupted by you idiots! How in the hell am I supposed to calm down now huh? Answer me! Don't you sit there all silent I said answer me now! Oh so you wanna cry huh? Am I hurting your feelings? Grow up already! You got into this business because of people like me. So you best learn how to act around us. Now stop your sniveling and pick up the camera!
Sounds of silence is heard for a moment until we finally get visual again and Melina is now standing trying to slow her anger filled breathing down.
Melina: I tried to be nice but screw it. Nothing is going to be nice about tonight. I will defend my Divas Championship inside a steel cage against that skinny bitch, Michelle McCool. Theres not a lot to say, I will win and thats as simple as that. I am always number one. For any aspiring divas, I have this simple thing to say. If you want to get anywhere do not get on my bad side! Because if you want to know what will happen to you, just look at Michelle McCool. She is the perfect example of what happens when you cross me! Michelle thought it would be cute to insult me, to tease me.. To humiliate me. Well who is laughing now, Michelle?! What have you gained by harassing me? Absolutely nothing!
Melina makes her way over to the right where a caged gate forming a wall is seen. She proceeds to lean against it for a moment placing her hands on it.
Melina: Tonight it all ends. There will be no more attacks, no more lashing out from either of us to each other. After this match I officially wash my hands of anything to do with you. Of course lets not get ahead of ourselves because I have been waiting all week for this steel cage match. Because I have some good news and bad news. Lets start with the bad news... The bad news is that you're trapped in a steel caged environment with a diva who cannot wait to kick your ass upside down and every which way. Now the good news, is that I get to be that diva! Oh you thought it was good news for you? Sorry Michelle, this story has no happy ending for you.
After taking a deep breath she turns her body against the cage and turns her head looking deep into the cameras view.
Melina: Look at this wall, it resembles the very thing that will be the end. Your face will be introduced to something just like this numerous times. Your body will be thrown against something just like this! I hope you've said your prayers, Michelle. Because, you're going need to a damn miracle to walk out with your career!
Melina then smirks and walks away with her hand hitting the caged wall with each passing step. Finally she is no longer seen and we fade away.
Promo By: Melina
***As Madison's theme plays through the arena, she walks out on stage, in a long navy blue dress***
JR
Oh, great, here comes Madison Rayne
King
It is great JR, look at her, how can't you love that?
JR
It's all well and good being attractive, but this young women has an attitude problem, that's not getting on anyone's good side
King
Wrestling isn't about having friends JR, it's about being a champion, and Madison certainly dresses like a Champion
JR
Yes, but what we've seen so far from her, is that she can't back her words up in the ring.
King
Shut up JR, Madison's about to speak
Madison Rayne
I know, I know, I look beautiful...
***Madison laughs***
Madison Rayne
as always. Now in case you wondered, this right here, is what class and elegance looks like. Just like a champion is supposed to look like. Which is why I have this with me.
***Madison holds up her TNA Knockout's championship belt above her head, then slides it back on her shoulder***
Madison Rayne
And the reasons I have this belt with me, are two-fold, Number 1. Because after Michelle and Melina destroy each other, and in case both of them incapacitated, not that I'm hoping for that, but I'll be more then ready to step in and be the rightful face of the Diva's division.
***The crowd boo and jeer Madison***
Madison Rayne
I know, I don't like Michelle or Melina either. Secondly all you people need to get used to this sight, because when I become Diva's Champion, it won't be leaving my waist for a long, long time. And that is just mere weeks if not days from becoming a reality.
***The crowd begin in to boo Madison again***
Madison Rayne
But unfortunately, I suffered a set back thanks to AJ Lee, and her man jaw, her man hands and her giant Adam's apple. C'mon can she really she called a Diva's? She makes Chyna look feminine, I wouldn't be surprised if she was packing. It's just not right that I had to face her, and it's only right that my loss my slashed from the records, because it was not a Diva's match. Nuhuh, it was a man assaulting a women...
*Madison is interrupted by familiar theme *
*AJ Makes her way down the ring with a smile on her face*
*AJ looks at Madison with a smile*
[AJ]:Don't you look great, with that wonderful dress.. and that fake title across your shoulder...You see, Madison. You can come out here talk about how good you look, or you can stand there and talk about how I look.. But none of that matters when it comes to winning REAL titles. You come out here with a fake title and talk about how you could be the face of Diva Division..But it's about what you do in the ring. And last week, I think I proved to you that if anyone is going to become the new Face of the Diva Division.. It's going to be me. Out of the two of us, I'm the only one who's beat Melina, It.. may have been with help from Michelle... until she attacked me from behind, But it was the win that counted.
[AJ]:And after tonight, it's the final battle of Melina and Michelle, and when thats over. They are going to need a new challenger,and out of the entire Diva roster.. I think I'm the most deserving, I've proved it over the recent weeks and I'll continue to prove it this week on Raw. You see Madison, you've done nothing, you've beat nobody to deserve a title match. But I see your confidence didn't talk a knock when I beat you last week, And I was speaking to Steph before I came out here and she told me on Raw.. It will be Me,You, Sara Del Rey and Maryse to determine the number one contender for the Divas champion, So for me that's just another chance to beat you 1..2..3. Oh and.. I let my actions do the talking...
*AJ rips off Madison's dress*
*The crowd cheer AJs actions*
*AJ Laughs at the angered Madison as Madison leaves the ring*
Promo By: Madison Rayne & AJ Lee
Divas Championship
Steel Cage Match
Melina (c)[/b][/color] vs. Michelle McCool
Match Recorded By: Melina
*The cameras cut to the backstage area.*[/color]
[Terry Taylor][/color] Raven, I have been instructed to get a few words from you prior to your match against Triple H tonight... your thoughts please?
[Raven][/color] Last week Triple H... I stayed away from Smackdown because I smelt a rat. I was right. You made your very own Flock.
[Raven][/color] You're trying way too hard to be like me Triple H. What with your love of hardcore matches recently, the way you enjoy dishing out pain with that sledgehammer of yours and now this. It's quite sad but hilarious at the same time.
[Raven][/color] But you need to remember something Triple H... when all is said and done I will be the one to go down in history as a legend... as an icon... while you will be remembered for absolutely nothing and your corpse will rot away 6 feet under while being feasted on by maggots... forgotten.
[Raven][/color] The reason why Triple H, is because I earned EVERYTHING I have achieved throughout my career. Through all the blood, sweat, tears and much more personal sacrifice than you can imagine, I made a living.
[Raven][/color] And you Triple H? Well you fucked your way to the top by hooking up with the supremo's daughter and had everything handed to you gift-wrapped on a silver platter. It makes me sick and I don't want you to mimic me any longer. You're tarnishing my iconic image.
[Raven][/color] Tonight marks the final chapter in our little conflict of interest... I've been informed by SOOL management to stay away from their prized pony after what I did to Chris Jericho a few weeks back...
*A sadistic smirk spreads across Raven's face for a few moments as he recalls the incident with great pleasure.*[/color]
[Raven][/color] It's quite clear to me that you're tired of going through the pain and anguish I've been putting you through the last couple of months... you've had enough... you've reached your breaking point! So you went running like a little bitch to your pretty little wife and her father to keep me at bay. You coward. I'm disgusted that you don't have the cahones to sort out your own problems. You're a pathetic waste of bones, blood, flesh and cells.
[Raven][/color] Luckily for you Triple H, I was getting bored of torturing you anyway so I'm more than happy to back off and move onto bigger and better things... and new victims. I've been held back in SOOL for too long and when Vince McMahon decided to strip me of my Hardcore Title for "the fan's entertainment" that was the final straw. I don't care who I have to hurt... I don't care how I have to hurt them... I am the one people should be talking about... I am the biggest star! Put me in the ring with anyone and I'll hook a finger in their eye, pull their eye out, pop it in my mouth and eat it! I'll rip somebody's head off and I'll spit on their brain... I'm gonna hurt someone! Maybe I should hurt you Terry Taylor?
*Raven aggressively turns to face Terry Taylor, his face filled with fear.*[/color]
[Raven][/color] You know what, it doesn't matter... you're old and crippled. Tonight Triple H, there will be no hiding. There will be no sneak attacks, no flunkies at ringside to watch your back... it will be just you and me, a few instruments of pain and hopefully gallons of blood.
[Raven][/color] I'm going to make sure you leave the building in so much pain and so much agony that you're going to need to be stretchered out, then you're going to be loaded in an ambulance and I'm going to blow that up to make sure that you remember everything that I have put you through for the last couple of months for the rest of your sorry excuse of a life. I will make you remember why I am the most dangerous man in wrestling...why I am a human cancer.
[Raven][/color] So it is written... so it shall come to pass...
[Raven][/color] Quote the Raven nevermore...
*Raven poses until another commercial break begins to play.*[/color]
Promo By: Raven
Hardcore Match
Raven vs. Triple H
Match Recorded By: Raven
*Triple H celebrates as he heads backstage, finally winning the war and settling the score with the sick and twisted Raven. For months these men have been at each others throats but now it's over, Raven is left lying in the ring. He gets up to a knee to be met by a chorus of boo's from the crowd, Raven throws his hands up in the air as to say “Screw it” and rolls out of the ring. But suddenly as he gets out, the lights in the arena go pitch black. The fans seem confused, but buzz with excitement as numbers are seen on the titantron.*
10
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*The countdown stops and a double blast of pyro hits the titantron, and a theme plays. Chris Jericho's theme! Chris Jericho walks out onto the stage wearing a suit, and Raven looks like he has seen a ghost. Jericho has a bandage on his forehead covering his wounds from his last encounter with Raven, Jericho takes off his suit jacket and begins to walk down to the ring. He loosens his tie and rolls up his sleeve, a shocked Raven rolls back into the ring. Preparing himself for a brawl, the fans cheer Jericho on as he makes a sprint for the ring. He gets in and immediately trips up Raven and mounts him. Jericho begins to lay in a huge barrage of punches to an already weary Raven. Raven tries to fight back but he is just too tired from his match, Jericho gets to his feet and begins to stomp Raven with more and more hatred shown in each kick. Jericho moves back and signals for the Codebreaker, the fans get excited as Raven gets to his feet. Jericho runs at Raven to hit it but Raven ducks and gets out of dodge, he gets out of the ring and moves up the ramp straight away. A focused Jericho leans against the ropes pointing at Raven, you can see him mouth the words “This isn't over!!” Jericho's theme song plays again as he continues to stare at Raven, who is mocking Jericho while making his way to the back. *
[JR] [/color]Wow! Chris Jericho is back! I thought he was going to be out for long after that sickening attack by Raven, it's good to see that he is okay. But I myself cannot wait for these two to finally get at each other in the ring for a match...
Promo By: Chris Jericho
After highlights from last years Royal Rumble we're taken to the World Heavyweight Champion's locker room. Our cameras zoom in and spot Evan Bourne all geared up and resting on a couch with his title strapped around his waist.
But what Evan doesn't notice is Todd Grisham came with the camera crew and slowly walks towards Evan not wanting to startle him.
Todd Grisham: Evan, I hate to disturb you but I was told to try and get an interview with you before your big match later.
Bourne looks to his side and notices Todd then sits up still on the couch
Evan Bourne: Well I was trying to relax, considering I haven't had much time to do that lately but sure, why not.
Evan Bourne then stands up next to the interviewer as the cameras zoom in upon him.
Todd Grisham: I'm sure allot of people must be wondering your mindset now that the big day is officially here. So, what are your thoughts on Mr. Anderson?
Evan Bourne: It's pretty obvious that Mr. Anderson has been a thorn in my side since the very moment I became champion. I'm normally a laid back kind of guy, but he's gotten under my skin and I'm in a different frame of mind now. But actually, I have to thank him for that. Anderson has shown me just who I have to be. Friendships, fans and entertaining them is great stuff don't get me wrong. But, it has no place when you're the World Heavyweight Champion. Your first and only thought needs to be making sure you take care of numerouno.
Todd Grisham: What exactly do you mean by that? It sounds as if you are saying you will do anything and everything to keep that title. Even if it means stepping on toes and undesirable means of winning?
Evan Bourne: What champion wouldn't do anything and everything within their power to keep hold of something so coveted? I'm not saying I will go around attacking my challengers and beating down random people. Nor does it mean that I will cheat in any way to win my matches. My point is, I need to finally realize what most already know. When you step into that ring, it's not all about friendships, putting on a spectacle or even respect. Because a man that will truly be respected. Is a man who wants all that and more in a match but understands it's not always going to be that way. Friends turn on each other all the time just for things like the World Heavyweight Championship. Superstars resort to low blows and eye rakes and weapon shots. I need to be aware of that while still remaining true to just who I really am.
Todd Grisham: My apologies, Evan. I didn't mean to make quick judgment of you.
Evan Bourne: Todd, you have nothing to be sorry for.
Todd Grisham: Thank you, so my next question is what do you think finally lead to your success? Was it a mistake you always did or did you just one day wake up a different man?
Evan Bourne: I guess you could say it was a little of both. You see, my problem since I returned to SOOL is that I have searched for so many ways to shed this "rookie" persona. I have over examined all of my matches.. Made excuses and have come up with idiotic reasons and lessons that I have learned. It's all done nothing though. Everyone makes mistakes, but if you just go around searching for every small thing then you're never going to accomplish a damn thing.
Todd Grisham: Very interesting, so now that you have this whole new way of seeing things. Do you think you have what it takes tonight to end your losing streak at PPVs tonight? I don't know if you remember but you've lost a total of five payperviews since you returned in late August.
Evan Bourne: Well first I really appreciate you bringing up how I haven't won a single payperview, on a night I defend my world title... On a payperview. Thats really going to help the confidence level.
Todd Grisham: I wasn't trying to bring down your hopes of victory but you must admit the odds are against you.
Evan Bourne: Actually, they are far from against me. The losses that you speak of are so last year. Like seriously they were last year when I had no idea what I was doing. But it's a new year, a new Evan Bourne! I'm going to retain tonight, not because i'm better, not because these fans will lead me to victory. But I will continue to reign as your World Heavyweight Champion because I know it!
Todd Grisham: Forgive me, but you know it? I can remember a good handful of champions who have said they would walk out champion and they lost.
Evan Bourne: Thats them though, this is me. It's all about confidence, Todd. If you have it everything is just within reach.
Todd Grisham: It's different but alright. My next question is regarding tonights Royal Rumble match. If you're able to retain your title, the winner of this match will challenge you at Wrestlemania for the World Heavyweight Championship. Are there any immediate guesses as for who you think can survive this unique match?
Evan Bourne: First, it's not a question of if I can retain. Because I am pretty sure I told I was.
Todd Grisham: You have to forgive me but it's not guaranteed so I have to speak realistically.
Evan Bourne: Alright then, I personally can't wait to watch this match . I mean thirty superstars going at it in an over the top rope environment is pretty sick. As for who I think could win, there are a couple names that are off the top of my head. For instance, John Cena! Hes been there for me since the very first day I returned to SOOL and facing him for the title that has eluded him at the grandest stage of them all would be unreal. Not to mention last time we went toe to toe in the ring it kind of got interrupted by a certain "saint". Which brings me to my second guess, Shawn Michaels. I don't know what it is but something in me really wants him to win. Our matches are always unbelievable and no doubt us colliding at Wrestlemania would be a classic. Davey Richards comes to mind as well. CM Punk, really I have no problem defending against whomever is able to win this match. I want to go down as a defending, deserving and honorable champion that can be and will be respected for doing so.
Todd Grisham: Well Evan, thank you for your time and good luck tonight.
Evan than does the two finger salute towards the camera and walks off smiling out of pure confidence.
Promo By: Evan Bourne
Intercontinental Championship
Triple Threat Match
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CM Punk vs. The Miz vs. Jack Swagger
Match Recorded By: The Miz
*As the Royal Rumble continues, the crowd sits in silence as they until out of nowhere, an all too familiar music blasts over the PA system.*
*As the crowd is cheering as loud as they can, the man they all know and love appears from the entry way.*
*At the mere appearance of Cena, the crowd gets even louder and cameras begin to flash. Cena then soaks it all in as he is pumped for tonight.*
*Cena is heads into the ring and takes the mic as he grabs a microphone from the ring announcer and begins to speak.*
[John Cena] Tonight is the night we have all been waiting for!!! The Royal Rumble is finally here and all the questions will be answered. The big questions such as.... Will the sAs finally be able to win some kind of gold? Can Evan Bourne actually hold onto a title that weighs more than him? Oh and most importantly.... Where's Waldo???
[John Cena] Ok Ok I'm joking. Let me be real. The question tonight is, can John Cena defeat Chris Hero here tonight? The answer to that is yes.... One way or another, Chris Hero will leave the Royal Rumble tonight knowing that he was put to the ultimate test as Champion. Now there's another big question tonight... and it may be the biggest question of them all.... Who will win the Royal Rumble? The fact of the matter is that no one knows. However, right here right now, let it be known that I'm going all in tonight, and I will give it my all to win the Royal Rumble. That's what it's all about, right there.... headlining WrestleMania to battle for the World Heavyweight Championship!
[John Cena] Things are going to get real tonight. I mean, it's serious business but Ya know what CeNation??? I'm ready to lighten the mood up. You need to have some fun out here in order to really appreciate everything that's going on. So right here right now... I got something special, just for you guys, I'm going to do a freestyle rap for the CeNation.
"It's the biggest night of the new year,
30 men have the same goal
The key to success is courage without fear
A win here tonight is like going to the Superbowl.
Now before I get a head of myself I need to backtrack,
I'm going head to head with Chris Hero
I sure as hell wont cut him no slack
His chances of winning are close to zero.
I plan on walking out as the new King of Europe
Hero doesn't know what he got himself into tonight,
I'll spare you the sappy stuff, we'll save that for your pancake syrup
I gotta good feelin that things is gonna be alright!
I'm moving on to the main event, where 29 men all had something to say,
This is one opportunity that I will not fumble,
so all of you better get out of my way
I'm John Cena and I'm winning the Royal Rumble!"
*Cena drops the mic and and his music hits as the crowd cheers loudly.*
Promo By: John Cena
***Carlito, David Otunga and Drew McIntyre, are all in the Revolution locker room, watching the highlights of Raven vs Triple H, as they talk about the match***
David Otunga
How can The Big Show say Triple H doesn't have what it takes anymore, if anything he just keeps getting better
***As the group continue to talk, Triple H bursts through the door, slamming the door behind him, and starts shouting at the three men***
Triple H
Did you see that?
Did you see that? That is how you get things done. On Smackdown I told the entire world that I would beat Raven at the Royal Rumble, and I did exactly that. And with that victory I sent a message, that The Revolution is not to be messed with. Raven knows it, Evan Bourne knows it, hell SAS even know it. It's why The Big Show backed down from his own challenge, and it's why we are the most feared team in SOOL today.
***Triple H stops shouting, but continues speaking in a powerful tone***
Triple H
I said yesterday that I lead by example, and I hope you all paid attention to what I did to Raven earlier tonight, because that's what I expect of all of you, every single night, and it's the kind of performance I expect of all of us later tonight.
***As Triple H continues to speak he walks up to Drew, Carlito and Otunga about 2 or 3 inches from their faces before moving onto the next one***
Triple H
And later on tonight, The Revolution, just like we said on Smackdown, we do whatever it takes, for one of us to win the Royal Rumble. As individuals we stands as much of a chance as anybody else, but as a cohesive unit, we stand more of a chance then anyone else. Together we can and will take on anyone, and tonight The Revolution is in full effect.
Promo By: The Revolution
European Championship
Singles Match
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Chris Hero (c)[/b][/color] vs. John Cena
Match Recorded By: Mr. McMahon
World Heavyweight Championship
Singles Match
Evan Bourne (C)[/b][/color] vs. Mr. Anderson
Match Recorded By: Evan Bourne
30-Man Over The Top Rope Royal Rumble
Winner earns a World Heavyweight Championship match at WrestleMania II
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My money's on JTG for this one, he's been on a roll as of late and I know he kickouts like there's no tomorrow so this should be interesting. I lol'd at Road Dogg stopping Storm from getting a finisher, and taking the bullet. JTG with two eliminations to far, very impressive. Fun back and forth action with JTG and Simmons at the end, JTG with the win. Awesome match but to be honest, it was all JTG. I wonder if Shad can pull it off to get the double win for Cryme Tyme
Longest Reign: 154 Days
