Welcome to this week’s Smackdown! The show begins with a teaser of what
is to come tonight. Jack Swagger is shown attacking Alberto Del Rio on Raw,
following by locking in the Patriot Lock on Ricardo Rodriguez. Also, The Shield
is shown retreating after Big Show stands ground
with Randy Orton and Sheamus.
Miz is in the ring, for Miz TV. Randy Orton and
Sheamus are welcomed as his guests, already in the ring. Miz speaks of how
Ryback is no longer their Wrestlemania partner, and Miz asks of their choice. Orton says it was the
person that helped him and Sheamus on Raw, that being Big Show. Sheamus says if
Big Show didn’t come to the ring, they would have had their arses kicked. Orton
says he doesn’t trust him, but than again, he doesn’t trust anyone. Orton says
it’s better to work with the devil you know than the one you don’t. Miz decides
to calls out Show. Big Show makes his way to the ring.
Miz speaks of mistrust being a problem,
reminding of him of their team from a while back. Miz says he only trusts him
as far as he can throw him. Show says it doesn’t matter what Miz says,
following by saying he has dated women bigger than him. Show turns to Orton and
Sheamus, saying he knocked out a member of the Shield. Show says if they worked
together, they could be unstoppable. Sheamus says Show is one of the toughest
opponents he has faced, but thinks he is devious. Show says if he would run, he
wouldn’t have beaten Sheamus for the World Heavyweight Championship. Orton says
they all need to get along. Miz finds it funny that Orton is the voice of
reason. Sheamus says it won’t work, but Show says it will only if he pulls his
head out of his — Booker T interrupts.
Booker says they need to see if they can get
along, as they are in a 6-Man Tag Team Match tonight.
-Commercials
Mark Henry makes his way to the ring. Zack Ryder
is already in the ring.
Mark Henry vs. Zack Ryder
Zack is thrown into the corner, and is hit in
the face with an elbow. Ryder is whipped into the opposite corner, twice. Henry
picks up Ryder, but Zack gets out. Ryder runs the ropes, but Henry picks him
up. Henry connects with the World’s Strongest Slam for the win.
Winner: Mark Henry via
pinfall
Henry follows the match with two World’s
Strongest Slams on Ryder. Ryback interrupts, making his way to the ring. Ryback
and Ryder stand off, as Henry runs to Ryback. Mark is
taken down with a Meathook Clothesline, but rolls to the floor. Henry looks shocked, as
Ryback chants in the ring.
Booker T is backstage, as Teddy Long comes up to
talk to him. Long says he and Vickie Guerrero made the Ryback vs. Mark Henry
match at Wrestlemania. Booker says he likes the match, but not how he handled
business. Booker says he works for him. Long asks if he works with him, but Booker rolls his eyes and
looks away.
-Commercials
A Booker T Hall of Fame video is shown.
Dolph Ziggler makes his way to the ring, with
Big E and AJ. AJ goes onto commentary. Kofi Kingston makes his way to the ring.
Mr. Money in the Bank Dolph Ziggler w/ Big E Langston vs. Kofi Kingston
Dolph is kicked into the corner, but Ziggler
fights out. Ziggler connects with a Neckbreaker. Dolph picks up Kofi, but
Kingston connects with a Dropkick. Kofi follows with a Jumping Clothesline and Boom Drop. Kofi calls for Trouble
in Paradise,
but Big E distracts. Dolph takes advantage with a Dropkick. Pin, but a kick
out.
-Commercials
Kofi throws punches to Ziggler, but is whipped
into the corner. Kofi connects with an Enziguri from the apron. Dolph pins
Kingston, but a kick out. Dolph stomps on Kofi, following with a Dropkick. Pin,
but a kick out. Dolph locks in a Headlock, as Kingston stands out. Kofi is taken into the corner, as
Dolph runs to him. Kofi moves, as Dolph hits his shoulder on the corner post.
Kofi connects with running Double Axe Handles, followed by a Dropkick. Kofi
runs to the corner, connecting with a Springboard Crossbody. Pin, but a kick
out. Kofi attempts a Springboard Corkscrew Splash, but Ziggler gets hisknees up.
Ziggler is thrown to the ropes, as Kofi goes for Trouble in a Paradise. Ziggler holds onto the
ropes, dodging the kick. Ziggler locks in with a Sleeper Hold. Kofi backs him
into the corner, following with a Snapmare. Kofi connects with an SOS. Pin, but
a kick out. Ziggler rolls to the floor, as Kofi runs the ropes. Kofi goes for a
dive, but Big E stands in the way. Kofi goes top rope, as
Ziggler is helped up. Kofi connects with a dive onto Big E. Ziggler connects
with a Fameasser to Kofi on the floor. Kingston is rolled back into the ring,
as Ziggler connects with a Zig Zag.
Winner: Dolph Ziggler via
pinfall
After the match, Langston picks up Kingston, connecting with the
Big End.
In a highlight from Raw, Fandango is shown
speaking to Chris Jericho. Jericho mocks his name, in Jericho fashion. Fandango
says he will learn to pronounce his name properly and leave, as Jericho says he
didn’t get his movie tickets yet.
-Commercials
Raw Rebound
Undertaker calls out CM Punk, saying he made
things personal. Undertaker says he wants the urn back. Punk appears on the
Titantron, mocking Paul Bearer. Punk begins throwing up and catching the urn,
speaking of Undertaker answering to a higher calling. Punk says he doesn’t
answer to a high power, but is the power himself. Punk drops the urn, saying he
didn’t intend any disrespect.
Randy Orton, Sheamus and Big Show are speaking
backstage. Show is told to stay on the apron, and follow Sheamus’ lead. Show
and Sheamus begin arguing, but Orton yells at them to stop. Orton says if they
don’t cooperate, they will be sitting ducks for the Shield.
A highlight from Raw is shown, as Swagger locks
in the Patriot Lock on Ricardo Rodriguez who suffered a broken ankle.
Jack Swagger makes his way to the ring, with Zeb
Colter.
-Commercials
Swagger has a mic, welcoming everyone to Jack
Swagger’s America. Zeb is handed the mic, saying what happened on Raw was
unfortunate, but necessary. Zeb says what happened to Ricardo is nothing
compared to what will happen to Del Rio come Wrestlemania. Zeb says if bones
need to be broken, they will. Zeb says this should be a wake up call to everyone who disagrees with what
they say; including Chris Jericho. Swagger is handed the mic again, as he
finishes with “We the People.” Chris Jericho interrupts, and makes his way to
the ring.
Jack Swagger w/ Zeb Colter
vs. Chris Jericho
Jericho throws elbows to Swaggers face,
following with an Irish Whip. Jericho connects with a Spinning Back Elbow.
Jericho chops Swagger in the ropes, whipping him again. Swagger catches the
ropes, rolling to the floor. Swagger begins yelling, as Jericho connects with a
Basball Slide Dropkick. Jericho throws Swagger into the barricade, chopping
him. Swagger is rolled back into the ring, and Jericho follows. Jack connects
with a Chop Block. Swagger stomps on Jericho, following with a couple Shoulder
Tackles. Swagger runs the ropes, but is greeted with a Dropkick by Jericho.
Pin, but a kick out. Swagger reverses a whip, catching Jericho out of the air.
Jericho is thrown into the corner, as Swagger connects with fists. Swagger is
chopped, but puts Jericho on the top rope. Jericho tries to kick Swagger away,
but Swagger follows him up. Swagger goes for a Superplex, but Jericho headbutts
Swagger of the top. Jericho connects with a Diving Crossbody. Pin, but a kick
out. Swagger rolls to the floor, as Jericho connects with a Slingshot Plancha.
-Commercials
Jericho runs the ropes, but is hit with a Big Boot. Pin, but
a kick out. Swagger locks in a Hammerlock and Headlock combination. Swagger
throws some fist to the back, then choking Jericho in the ropes. Swagger puts
Jericho’s arm in the ropes, throwing clubs to the back. Swagger whips Jericho
into the corner, as he runs to Chris. Jericho moves, connecting with a few
shoulders. Jericho is sent to the apron, but goes top rope. Jericho connects
with a Double Axe Handle. Jericho hits Swagger in the head with fists in the
corner. Swagger picks Jericho up, as he goes for a Hurricanrana. Swagger
catches him in the Patriot Lock. Jericho reverses, as Swagger is sent to the
floor. Jericho connects with a Triangle Springboard Dropkick. Fandango
interrupts, dancing on the apron. Fandango makes his way to the ring, as
Swagger connects with a Belly-to-belly Suplex. Pin, but a kick out. Jericho
connects with a Crucifix Pin, but a kick out. Jericho goes for the Codebreaker,
but Swagger picks him up. Jericho reverses into a Victory Roll. Pin, but a kick
out. Jericho connects with a Catapult into the ropes, as he follows with a
Bulldog. Jericho goes for a Lionsault, as Fandango kicks him in the head.
Swagger capitalizes, with a Swagger Bomb for the win.
Winner: Jack Swagger via pinfall
Fandango jumps into the ring, assaulting
Jericho. Fandango goes top rope, connecting with a Leg Drop. Fandango grabs a
mic, yelling his name into Jericho’s face.
Big Show is backstage, talking with Matt
Striker. Show speaks of his partners, saying Orton is right. Show says he has
been beaten up by the Shield, but so have his partners. Show says they will
trust him about as much as they can trust each other.
-Commercials
A John Cena and Rock hype video is shown.
Rhodes Scholars are int the ring, with the Bella
Twins. Cody Rhodes says he will bring to everyone a special gift. Damien
demands silence, saying his best friend and him are proud to present the class
of the diva’s division: The Bella Twins. Brodus Clay and Tensai make their way
to the ring.
Team Rhodes Scholars (Cody
Rhodes and Damien Sandow) w/ The Bella Twins vs. Brodus Clay and “Sweet T” w/
Cameron and Naomi
Cody and Tensai start off, as Rhodes throws
jabs. Tensai throws an uppercut, but Rhodes connects with one of his own.
Tensai misses with a Splash, as he rolls to his corner. Clay is tagged, as he
takes out Rhodes and Sandow. Nikki Bella gets on the apron, distracting Clay.
Cameron and Naomi then fight with Nikki and Brie. Everyone gets involved in the
brawl outside the ring.
Winners: N/A
Backstage, Sheamus and Orton are interviews
about their trust. Sheamus delivers a similar promo to Show from earlier,
telling Striker to trust him.
-Commercials
Antonio Cesaro is in the ring. Miz makes his way
to the ring.
United States Champion
Antonio Cesaro vs. The Miz
Miz and Cesaro lock up, as Cesaro locks in a
Side Headlock. Miz backs him into the ropes, rolling him up. Pin, but a kick
out. Cesaro knees Miz, and pins. Kick out, Cesaro connects with a Double Stomp
to the chest, and pins. Kick out. Cesaro connects with a Gutwrench Suplex.
Cesaro locks in a Cravate, throwing knees to the face. Miz whips Cesaro, but is
reversed. Miz connects with a Big Boot. Cesaro is taken into the corner, and is
hit with a Running Lariat. Miz follows with a Double Axe Handle. Miz goes for
the Figure Four, but Cesaro pushes him away. Miz connects with a Low Dropkick
to Cesaro’s knee. Miz locks in a Figure Four for the win.
Winner: The Miz via
submission
After the match, Miz locks in the Figure Four
Leglock on Cesaro, staring with Wade Barrett on commentary. Miz challenges
Barrett to get in the ring, but he walks away.
A video of the premier party of The Call is
shown.
-Commercials
A video package from Raw is shown, where Triple
H signed for a match against Brock Lesnar. After beating up Paul Heyman, Brock
Lesnar comes out with a chair. Triple H reveals a sledgehammer, keeping Lesnar
on the ramp. Heyman says it will be a No Holds Barred Match, with Triple H’s
career on the line.
Randy Orton and Sheamus make their way to the
ring, respectively.
-Commercials
Big Show is in the ring. 3MB make their way to
the ring.
Randy Orton, Sheamus and Big
Show vs. 3MB (Drew McIntyre, Heath Slater and Jinder Mahal)
Jinder and Randy start off, as Mahal throws
fists. Jinder runs the ropes, but is taken out with Clotheslines. Orton punches
Jinder in the corner, off the top rope. Orton tags Sheamus, as they both take
down Mahal with a Back Elbow. Sheamus takes Mahal in the corner, as Jinder
fights out. Sheamus connects with a boot to the gut. Mahal is tackled into the
corner, followed by a hit with a Knee Lift. Sheamus connects with a Rolling
Senton. Sheamus connects with Big Show style chops. Show is tagged, as is Drew.
Drew throws kicks, but is taken down with headbutts. Show puts Drew on the
apron, connecting with Sheamus style clubs to the chest of McIntyre. Jinder is
tagged, as he is thrown into the ring. Heath is tagged, as he is also thrown
into the ring. Orton is tagged, as he connects with a Knee Drop. Heath is hit
with a Scoop Slam. Orton puts Slater on the apron, hitting Jinder. Heath rings
Orton’s neck on the rope, connecting with a kick by Slater. Pin, but a kick out
by Orton. Drew is tagged, as he stomps away at Orton. Jinder is tagged as he
does the same. Heath is tagged, as he connects with a Neckbreaker. Heath goes
top rope, but is hit with a Dropkick by Orton. Show is tagged, as he cleans
house. Show connects with a Spear to Jinder, but is hit with a Big Boot by
Drew. Show hits the KO Punch to Drew, as Sheamus tags Show. Sheamus connects
with a Brouge Kick to Jinder for the win.
Winners: Randy Orton, Sheamus
and Big Show via pinfall
Show begins arguing with Sheamus about stealing
his victory, as Orton tries to stop it. The Shield makes their way to the ring.
During this, Sheamus and Show begin pushing each other. Orton is pushed over in
the quarrel, as all three begin pushing each other. The Shield comes to the
apron, but backs away. Orton, Sheamus and Show stay in the ring.
