Vincent Michaels
My weapon of choice? A green onion.
Last Week:
The Undertaker accepted World Heavyweight Champion Kane's challenge to a Buried Alive Match
At the start of SmackDown, The Undertaker was ominously perched high on the outside of the Rose Garden Arena. By the close of the night, The Deadman made his way inside the arena to confront his brother World Heavyweight Champion Kane, who degraded both the WWE Universe and The Phenom. With Paul Bearer at Kane’s side, the duo watched The Undertaker stride quickly and confidently to the ring. After a tense staredown – that lasted for what seemed like minutes – The Deadman unloaded on his treacherous brother, sending him and Paul Bearer running for cover. Who will be seeking shelter when the brothers look to end each other’s very existence in a Buried Alive Match at WWE Bragging Rights?
Kofi Kingston def. WWE Tag Team Champion Drew McIntyre
In the final WWE Bragging Rights Qualifying Match of the night, Kofi Kingston earned a coveted spot on Team SmackDown, when he downed WWE Tag Team Champion Drew McIntyre with Trouble in Paradise. In 2009, SmackDown brought the WWE Bragging Rights trophy home, "and it won't be any different this year," said SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long. Will Teddy's prediction come true?
Tyler Reks def. Kaval
After watching Kaval earn a spot on Team SmackDown, Tyler Reks hungered for the same and wanted to face Kaval right then and there. Despite an opportunity from SmackDown General Manager Theodore Long to stop the match before it even started, Kaval claimed he was ready for action – even after his grueling encounter with Big Show. However, his confidence proved to be his downfall when he was handily defeated by Reks, who scooped Kaval onto his shoulders and smashed him to the canvas. The impressive showing earned the young Superstar a tremendous opportunity on the pay-per-view stage, while usurping the opportunity from another.
Kaval lasted five minutes with Big Show
In a unique encounter, Big Show agreed that if Kaval could last five minutes in the ring with him, he would earn a spot on Team SmackDown at WWE Bragging Rights. After withstanding Big Show’s powerful offense for the full five minutes, the NXT season two winner was officially a member of Team SmackDown – albeit briefly lived.
Edge def. Intercontinental Champion Dolph Ziggler in a Non-Title Match
In a highly-competitive encounter, both Edge and Intercontinental Champion Dolph Ziggler pushed themselves to their very limits. In the end, The Rated-R Superstar prevailed when he blasted Ziggler with a mid-air Spear to earn a position on Team SmackDown at WWE Bragging Rights.
Alberto Del Rio def. Chris Masters
Keeping with his trademark entrance, Alberto Del Rio drove himself into the arena in a luxury automobile – this time a Maserati. Once the action began, Chris Masters fell victim to Del Rio’s cross armbreaker, qualifying Del Rio for Team SmackDown. After the win, Del Rio refused to shake his captain Big Show’s hand. Not offended, The World’s Largest Athlete said he respected the move and that the “Bottom line is come WWE Bragging Rights, he has to pin someone from Raw.”
Jack Swagger def. MVP
After MVP kicked and threw the "Swagger Soaring Eagle" mascot across the announce table, Jack Swagger quickly retaliated by making MVP submit to his lethal ankle lock. With the win, The All-American American ensured his presence at WWE Bragging Rights.
Big Show pledged allegiance to SmackDown
With Team SmackDown captain Big Show part of the announce team, he was asked by Michael Cole about turning his back on Team Raw at last year’s WWE Bragging Rights. The World’s Largest Athlete made it clear. "My heart is with SmackDown, the Knucklehead star said. "My blood is blue for SmackDown."
Rey Mysterio def. "Dashing" Cody Rhodes
In the first Team SmackDown WWE Bragging Rights Qualifying Match of the night, Rey Mysterio tangled with WWE Tag Team Champion “Dashing” Cody Rhodes. After defeating Alberto Del Rio last week, The Ultimate Underdog picked up another win by blasting Rhodes with the 619 followed up by a springboard splash.
Tonight:
Viper vs. Monster
WWE Champion Randy Orton makes his way to SmackDown on Syfy to take on World Heavyweight Champion Kane. What will happen when both champions collide just two days before they defend their titles at WWE Bragging Rights?
Find out this and more, on WWE Friday Night SmackDown!
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This Sunday!
Burying The Issue
At WWE Bragging Rights, World Heavyweight Champion Kane clashes with The Undertaker in a Buried Alive Match for the World Title, with Paul Bearer at his demented son’s side. Which Brother of Destruction will rest "without" peace?
Brand Supremacy
At WWE Bragging Rights, WWE's red and blue rosters clash for brand supremacy when Big Show leads Team SmackDown into battle against The Miz's Raw squadron. Who will dominate when each brand's top talent goes toe-to-toe?
Champ vs. Champ
In their first one-on-one encounter ever, United States Champion Daniel Bryan takes on Intercontinental Champion Dolph Ziggler. Which brand's young Superstar will shine on the pay-per-view stage?
Flawless or Titleless?
The Hart Dungeon's only female graduate strives to attain the greatest achievement of her career at WWE Bragging Rights when Natalya contends with Lay-Cool for the Divas Championship. Can Natalya earn her first title in WWE?
Find out all of this and more, this Sunday at WWE Bragging Rights!
"So easy Striker could do me..." lol
