ECW Results 14h April 2009

We are live on tape from Knoxville, Tennessee and your announcers are Josh ‘Double Shot’ Mathews and Matt ‘Ivan Drago references are coming’ Striker.

We see footage from Raw when the Miz was sent to Raw thanks to interference by John Morrison. Then we see the end of the Bromance.

Match Number One: John Morrison versus Evan Bourne
They lock up and Morrison with a waist lock but Bourne with a standing switch. Morrison with an arm bar but Bourne reverses. Morrison with a side head lock and shoulder tackle. Bourne with an arm drag into an arm bar. Bourne with an Irish whip but he charges into an elbow. Bourne avoids a missile drop kick attempt and Bourne gets a near fall. Bourne with kicks to Morrison but Morrison sends Bourne into the ropes but Bourne bounces off of them instead of landing on the middle rope. Morrison with kicks and then he hits a European uppercut. Bourne with a kick but he misses an enzuigiri. Bourne does not miss with a clothesline but he can only get a two count. Bourne with a boot to Morrison in the corner. Bourne with an Irish whip but he is sent to the apron. Morrison trips Bourne on the apron and then Morrison with a Shining Wizard that sends Bourne to the floor. Morrison does his pose as the ref continues the count. Morrison goes to the floor and he kicks Bourne in the head. They return to the ring and Morrison with a near fall. Morrison with an Irish whip and then Morrison with an inverted torture rack and it is time to play the accordion with Bourne. Bourne is able to counter out of an apparent TKO with a tilt-a-whirl head scissors. Bourne sets for a move to the floor, but Morrison returns and he hits a drop kick to the knee and we go to commercial with both men on the mat.

We are back and Morrison with a reverse chin lock and he has the arm isolated. Bourne with elbows and then he kicks Morrison. Bourne misses a kick, but Morrison does not and Morrison gets a near fall. Morrison with forearms to Bourne and then he stomps on Bourne’s lower abdomen. Morrison with punches to Bourne followed by an elbow. Bourne with punches of his own but Morrison goes for a cover and he gets a near fall. Morrison with a chicken wing and crossface and Bourne tries to escape but Morrison takes Bourne to the mat. Bourne gets to his feet and he runs Morrison into the corner. Bourne with an elbow and a kick. Bourne responds with a desperation clothesline. Bourne with a rana followed by a drop kick and a jumping back kick for a near fall. Bourne puts Morrison on the top turnbuckle and hits a palm strike. Morrison knocks Bourne off the turnbuckles but Bourne jumps up and hits a rana for a near fall. Morrison with a hot shot and a jackknife cover for a near fall. Bourne with a near fall. Morrison with an uppercut and then both men go over the top rope to the floor as Bourne hits a cross body as Morrison hits the ropes. The referee starts his count. Bourne goes up top and hits a double knee strike for a near fall. Bourne with a kick to the chest. Morrison blocks a kick and he tries for Moonlight Drive but Bourne with a knee as he escapes the hold. Bourne pulls Morrison into the Shooting Star Press position but Morrison with a spin kick and Morrison hits a super Moonlight Drive on the ropes and gets the three count.
Winner: John Morrison

Vladimir Kozlov is walking in the back and we will find out if he Loves E-C-W.

We go to commercial.

We are back and the Wrestlemania attendance did you know got drafted to ECW.

Match Number Two: Vladimir Kozlov versus David Floridia
Kozlov with a boot to the chest and then he connects with forearms and shoulders in the corner. Kozlov with a head butt as Floridia comes off the turnbuckles. Kozlov with a fallaway slam. Kozlov with a head butt to the chest followed by a choke slam for the three count.
Winner: Vladimir Kozlov

After the match, Kozlov gets on the mic.

Finlay and Hornswoggle stretch in the back as we go to commercial.

We are back and Matt and Josh blend into the ringside barrier with their black jackets. They talk about Monday’s Raw not so live from London as well as the Supplemental Draft on Monday.

Tiffany is in the office with Katie Lea and Paul Burchill. Paul says that they are a bit concerned because they are brother and sister and they don’t want to see Tiffany break up a family. She says that everyone is available in the draft.

Jack Swagger enters and he wants Tiffany to make a good first impression so he suggests a Q&A session for Jack Swagger on Superstars. Tiffany likes the idea but she decides to put the final match in the Elimination Chase. She says that she wants Jack to continue with the ideas and then she says that she liked his match last night.

Match Number Three: Christian versus Fit Finlay with Hornswoggle versus Tommy Dreamer in the Elimination Chase Triple Threat Match
Finlay with a kick to Dreamer but Christian punches Finlay. Finlay punches Christian and then Finlay slams Dreamer and Finlay with a hip toss of Christian onto Dreamer. Finlay gets a near fall on Dreamer. Christian with a reverse atomic drop and a drop kick to Finlay. Christian with a snap mare and kick to the back. Dreamer with a punch to Christian followed by a back elbow. Dreamer with a back elbow to Finlay and then he tries to suplex Christian in from the apron. Dreamer blocks Christian’s attempt to suplex him to the floor and Dreamer drops Christian on the top rope. Dreamer charges into a boot and Finlay gets a near fall. Finlay with a boot to the solar plexus and then Finlay knocks Christian to the floor one more time. Finlay with an Irish whip and punch. Christian with a neck breaker to Finlay. Dreamer with a back body drop to Christian.

Dreamer with a suplex to Christian followed by an elbow drop for a near fall. Dreamer clotheslines Finlay over the top rope and both men go to the floor. Christian goes up top and hits a cross body onto Finlay and Dreamer. We go to commercial.

We are back and Christian with a kick to Dreamer and then Christian goes up top but Finlay pushes Christian off the turnbuckles to the floor. We see footage during the commercial of Finlay being sent into the ring steps. We are back to live action and Finlay gets a near fall and then he applies a reverse chin lock. Finlay keeps Christian out of the ring and he gets a near fall on Dreamer. Finlay with a cross arm breaker but Dreamer is able to get out of the hold. Finlay goes outside the ring and he slams Christian’s head into the ring steps and hits a short arm clothesline. Finlay returns to the ring and gets a near fall on Dreamer. Finlay with a kick to the back. Dreamer with a jaw breaker and a slam and then Dreamer with a drop toe hold of Christian onto Finlay. We get a multiple man rollup and the ref makes a two count. Finlay and Christian collide in the ring and all three men are down. Christian goes up top but Finlay stops him. Finlay sets for a superplex but Dreamer stops him and Dreamer puts Finlay in the Tree of Woe and hits a superplex on Christian but Dreamer only gets a two count. Dreamer puts Finlay in the Tree of Woe again and it is time for the drop kick in the corner. Finlay throws Dreamer out of the ring and then Christian gets a near fall with an inside cradle. Finlay with a fireman carry slam to Christian. Dreamer with a DDT to Finlay for a near fall. Dreamer with an elbow to Christian and Christian gets caught in the ropes. Dreamer with a rollup on Finlay for a near fall. Dreamer tries for a Death Valley Driver but Finlay escapes and hits the Celtic Cross for the three count.
Winner: Fit Finlay (and Christian advances too)

Christian and Finlay stare each other down as we go to credits.

Ex-WWE Star Bobby Lashley comments on steroid usage

Blast from the recent past, Bobby Lashley has done an interview expressing various issues within the wrestling and MMA community


LASHLEY LASHES OUT

The interview, conducted by Fanhouse.com, had Bobby Lashley talking about his upcoming MMA fight with Jason Guida, Ken Shamrock getting suspended, and leaving WWE for MMA.

He spoke onperformance-enhancing drugs in wrestling:

FUNHOUSE: How prevalent are performance-enhancing drugs in pro wrestling?

LASHLEY: I don't think there's any now.

FUNHOUSE: Really?

LASHLEY: They have a really, really, really strict testing policy in the WWE. I know that for a fact. So I know that there is no one who is really on anything now. I think in the past there were some, but -- and also, in professional wrestling it's not "performance-enhancing." You're not enhancing your performance. You're getting bigger and stronger, but it's not like that makes you win in wrestling. I think there used to be more wrestlers on something than there are now, but it's not like everyone was on something in professional wrestling. Not at all.

FINAL THOUGHT

Impressive interview from Mr Lashley. I find the "I know that for a fact" bit amusing

I mean, he obviously hasn't taken any performance enchancing drugs....



To read the full interview, Click here.

Kelly Kelly addresses Andrew Martin's passing.

With the death of Andrew Martin (a.k.a. Test), WWE Diva Kelly Kelly, whom previously dated Test, has spoken out.


SHORT, BUT SWEET

WWE Diva Kelly Kelly posted the following on her official Myspace Page in regard to Andrew Martin's passing

"You were my world my best friend the one i always ran to u were always there for me..what happened to our plan...Why did god take u away from me...my heart is always with u and u only..I know your in heaven watching over me now my angel..."

FINAL THOUGHT

Heartbreaking.

Andrew "Test" Martin passes away.

It comes as a great upset and complete shock, as for WWE Superstar Andrew "Test" Martin has passed away.


FIRST INFO

Andrew Martin was found dead in his apartment on March 13th, 2009 in Tampa, Florida.

Martin was 33 years of age. On the date of his death, he was only four days shy of his 34th birthday.


POLICE REPORT

Here is the official comment from the Tampa Police Department

"At approximately 8:00pm on Friday, March 13, 2009, Tampa Police Officers responded to the Post Harbour Apartments, located at 725 Harbour Place Drive to check on the welfare of Mr. Andrew J. Martin. A neighbor reported that she could see into his apartment through a window and that Mr. Martin appeared motionless for several hours.

Officers entered the apartment and discovered Mr. Martin to be deceased. At this time there is no indication of foul play. The deceased was transported to the Medical Examiners Office for an autopsy to determine the cause of death. The date of the autopsy is undetermined at this time. The next of kin has been notified of the death.

Andrew "Test" Martin is a former wrestling champion with the WWE (World Wrestling Entertainment).

Lieutenant William Ferguson

Tampa Police Department"

FINAL THOUGHT

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Martin family. Such a shock to see Test pass away.

I'll always remember T&A (Test and Albert) with Trish Stratus as their manager - those were the days.

R.I.P. Andrew Martin.

WWE Releases The Boogeyman

The Boogeyman won't be coming to get you - as WWE has come to terms with the release of the ECW Star.


BOOGEY NO MORE

The company confirmed the release today on their website.

This is actually the second time Boogey had been released from the company. The first time, WWE changed their minds and quickly rescinded the release under the agreement that he would spend more time training and trying to improve at Booker T's school in Houston, Texas.

Boogey was originally signed shortly after trying out for and being disqualified from the final version of Tough Enough. Although he cut a great promo and had a good physique, he had lied about his age, leading to WWE from booting him from the competition. He was later signed to a developmental deal.

Christian [Cage] Returns to the WWE

Christian, CHRISTIAN! - At last, you're back in the WWE!


CAPTAIN CHARISMA RETURNS [RECAP OF ECW]

It seemed like another boring episode of ECW - Oh, how we were so foolish to think so!

Jack Swagger comes to the ring and he has his title belt with him. He is going to address the crowd. Jack says that we saw how he was victimized and embarrassed over the last two weeks. He says that the General Manager forces him to defend his title against Finlay. He says that it is unfair because he is the victim. Jack says that he will take care of Finlay at No Way Out. He will take care of the real problem and he will take care of it tonight. Swagger calls out Hornswoggle.

Christian comes out to the ring. Jack wants to know what Christian is doing. Christian says that he is interrupting Jack’s promo. Christian says that he is out here to save Jack’s life. Christian tells Jack that he might electrocute himself with the mic during his speech. Christian comments on Jack’s speech pattern. Christian says that it has been a long time since his peeps have seen him. Christian says that he came to ECW is the ECW title. Christian says that he is issuing a challenge to the winner of the match at No Way Out for the ECW Title.

Jack asks if Christian is finished and Jack says that Christian will be facing him. Jack says that Christian couldn’t hack it so he is coming back. Jack points out that he is a two time All-American and became the ECW champion in four months. He also says that he is a wrestling prodigy. He tells Christian to think twice before making a name for himself at Jack’s expense. Jack says that Christian is no threat to him.

Christian punches Jack with the mic and then he leaves the ring.

Third match of the night shows Christian going up against Jack Swagger.

With an assist from Finlay, Christian scores a win.

WHAT NOW FOR THE PEEPLES CHAMPION?

With Christian back on the WWE roster, a lot more interesting storylines have opened up.

Sure, Finlay / Jack Swagger wouldn't be my first choice -- but its a start, and a surprise.

If at No Way Out, Christian does indeed win the ECW Championship, then a quick replacement for Matt Hardy has been found.

This could then, end up working for the WWE Pay-Per-View entitled "Night of Champions"

Various backstage segements could happen, where Christian reunites with Edge, much to Edge's dis-pleasure.

Christian could say that Edge "still steals his championships" (referring to the King of the Ring tournament, that originally began the split in the Edge & Christian tag team).

Edge could then stare at the ECW title, then look at Christian and say "Still a B Grade wrestler"

A brawl would then errupt between the two.

FINAL THOUGHT

I'm so glad Christian has finally returned!

Would have been better if it WASN'T on ECW

But, as I said, its a start.

To watch Christians return, click here

ECW Results 20th January 2009

ECW Results 20th January 2009

DARK MATCH (NOT SHOWN ON TV)
Dolph Ziggler defeated Jamie Noble.


FIRST PROMO
ECW opens with Matt Hardy, discussing his loss of the ECW title and about WWE champ Jeff Hardy's accident.

ECW champ Jack Swagger comes to the ring and says he will beat Matt again at the Royal Rumble. He makes a comment about Jeff, which sets off a brawl between the two.


FIRST MATCH
Ricky Ortiz defeated Adam Evans.


SECOND PROMO
Backstage, Teddy Long talked to Tommy Dreamer about his proclamation that he would leave ECW if he didn't win the title by the time his WWE deal ends in June.

Paul Burchill interrupts and demands a rematch against DJ Gabriel after losing last week.

Long tells him he can't make demands but can have a match against someone Long picks next.


SECOND MATCH
Boogeyman defeated Paul Burchill by DQ when Katie Lea interfered.



MAIN EVENT
Finlay vs. The Miz vs. John Morrison vs. Mark Henry.

Morrison won the match, ultimately scoring the pin on The Miz.

Colin Delaney Interview

Colin Delaney has spoken out about his time with the WWE, What he gave up when he left the business, Tommy Dreamers future and more!


HIGHLIGHTS


ABOUT WEARING BANDAGES

Colin stated that he doesn't wrestle on the independents covered in tape and bandages. He said that was the worst part of his time in ECW.


TOMMY DREAMERS FUTURE

Colin talked about the current Tommy Dreamer angle on ECW. He stated that he could never see Tommy leave the WWE. Colin also said he would hate to not see Tommy on ECW.


To view the full interview, visit www.feelthepain.net.


FINAL THOUGHT

I never got into the whole "Feel bad for Colin" routine, and his "sudden" heel turn was the worst decision possible.

Jim Ross Blog Update

Jim Ross has a new blog up, here are the highlights:



On the release of Sgt. Slaughter

"Sorry to hear of my old friend Sgt. Slaughter being released from the WWE as I did not know it until I arrived in Omaha on Tuesday. Sarge and I both worked for Bill Watts back in the 70's, Sarge under his real name of Bob Remus, and for economic reasons we used to split an $8 room, with two beds for you wise asses out there, at the lovely Belmont Motor Inn on Airline Highway in Baton Rouge, La.

Sarge and I made many visits to the local Chinese Buffet, usually in the late afternoon, for the all one could eat extravaganza or a "pitch 'till you win" meal. Often times was our lunch AND dinner, or supper for my southern brethren. Sarge went on to become a huge star in wrestling and is one of the nicest individuals to ever work in the biz. I have yet to speak with Sarge but I will and I know he will eventually be fine.

Bob has been in tough spots before in this wacky profession and has always persevered. I am not making light of this matter whatsoever as I can relate to Sarge's dilemma."

On the release of Ron Simmons

"Ron Simmons, who became the first black World's Champion of a major wrestling company when he defeated Big Van Vader in August of 1992 in Baltimore, has also been released from the WWE. I did not know this one either until I walked into the Quest Center Tuesday in Omaha.

Ron might want to explore public and motivational speaking as he has a great story to tell and the pipes to tell it. Ironically that night in Baltimore, Ron defeated Leon (Vader) White in a battle of two division one college football stars of significant acclaim and it was a nose guard (Simmons from Florida State) versus a center (White from Colorado) in a match orchestrated by Bill Watts (former lineman at Oklahoma) who was in charge of WCW at that time."

On the new ECW Champion Jack Swagger

"My last talent recommendation to the WWE talent relations department is the new ECW Champion Jack Swagger. Swagger wrestled at Oklahoma, my gosh we can't say THAT on TV, and used to eat the occasional meal at the Ross home while a student at OU. Swagger, then known as Jake Hager, was roommates with current Chicago Bear Dusty Dvorchek and the two of them used to hang out at our home.

There is no reason Swagger shouldn't be a star if he continues to work hard and doesn't make any foolish or irresponsible mistakes. Educated 6'6"-270 pounders with natural balance, agility, a wrestling background and a bona fide mean streak aren't easy to find."

On Stone Cold in the WWE Hall of Fame:

"The announcement of my friend Stone Cold Steve Austin going into the WE Hall of Fame in Houston on Saturday night April 4 was a big hit in my world. Steve is the greatest star of all time in the wrestling biz if one considers revenue into the equation including tickets and pay per views sold along with merchandise sales.

Steve was a fierce competitor who was always his own worst critic and would not allow himself to be any thing but the best in his field. My hiring of Stone Cold certainly made my tenure as the head of talent relations in the WWE look good but, trust me, Steve Austin attained his success through hard work and being an amazing student of the game.

Steve did and still does identify amazingly well with wrestling fans, which helped him craft his Stone Cold persona so well. Ironically, Steve became a wrestling fan while watching wrestling from Houston which will be the same city that Steve will close the wrestling chapter of his life at WM25."

- You can check out the full blog entry here.

Tommy Dreamer Leaving

It appears that Tommy Dreamer will be leaving the WWE this June.


THE DREAM[ER] IS OVER

Tommy Dreamer stated on ECW that if he doesn't win the belt by June, he will quit.

This work is actually true.

Tommy Dreamer's ECW contract does expire in June, and it appears that WWE are turning this into an "exit story" for him.


ORIGINAL ECW

If and when Tommy Dreamer leaves the company, he will be the last of the "ECW Originals" to leave, as well as the last person that was part of the official relaunch in 2006.


FINAL THOUGHT

Sad to see that Tommy Dreamer isn't renewing his contract. Then again, Dreamer has done alot of the wrestling business -- mostly in the original ECW.

I just hope WWE write up a proper article on Tommy Dreamer, and not just the copy and paste "we wish him all the best in his future endeavours" send off.