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Last night, we witnessed the ‘go home’ episode of SmackDown Live; a preview of what’s to come this Sunday at Clash of Champions.
This is the first time a SmackDown airing has been held at the Madison Square Garden arena since 2005.
The Undertaker Opens SmackDown
The Undertaker returns to SmackDown Live, informing the WWE Universe of his gratitude to be in the MSG arena once again.
Meanwhile, Sami Zayn arrives and demands Undertaker to leave the ring.
‘The Deadman’ declines & chokslams Zayn.
Asking The #Undertaker to leave the ring in @TheGarden? Not wise, @SamiZayn … #SDLive pic.twitter.com/AmTuSlr8v0
— WWE (@WWE) September 11, 2019
Miz versus Andrade
The Miz is the #1 contender to Shinsuke Nakamura’s WWE Intercontinental Championship at Clash of Champions.
The Former WWE Champion is looking to become a record-tying 9-time Intercontinental title holder.
The Miz retains his contendership against Andrade after laying him out with the ‘Skull Crushing Finale’.
.@MaryseMizanin has to be seething watching this, as @mikethemiz might be a little outnumbered by @AndradeCienWWE & @Zelina_VegaWWE on #SDLive! pic.twitter.com/s3MgTCxr8E
— WWE (@WWE) September 11, 2019
Nakamura then ambushes his challenger after the match.
‘The Artist’ plants the Kinshasas to ‘The A-Lister’ as a prelude to their Clash of Champions match.
Spoiler for #WWEClash of Champions? #SDLive @ShinsukeN @mikethemiz pic.twitter.com/LD8Yh72WWO
— WWE (@WWE) September 11, 2019
Cross versus Rose
Thirdly, the WWE Women’s Tag Team Champions, Alexa Bliss and Nikki Cross, are feuding with the team of Mandy Rose & Sonya Deville.
WWE Women's #TagTeamChampion @NikkiCrossWWE is CHOMPING at the BIT to get her hands on @WWE_MandyRose on #SDLive! pic.twitter.com/zg2Y4stq6b
— WWE (@WWE) September 11, 2019
In singles action and due to Bliss’ aid, Cross consequently rolls up Rose for a pinfall victory.
Heavy Machinery in action
Fourthly, the team of Tucker and Otis, known as Heavy Machinery, defeats local jobbers.
Anyone else getting Chris Farley Chippendales vibes?@otiswwe (and his dance moves) & @tuckerwwe are VICTORIOUS on #SDLive! pic.twitter.com/L0QM38x0wP
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) September 11, 2019
Rowan Attacks Reigns
Rowan cuts an in-ring promo about his intelligence before being confronted by ‘The Big Dog’.
Nonetheless, Reigns fails in his assault and is layed out by Rowan.
Things just escalated to a whole new level between @ERICKROWAN and @WWERomanReigns… #SDLive pic.twitter.com/wOEcbgeUTj
— WWE (@WWE) September 11, 2019
Rowan goes on a melee as he attacks and powerbombs a planted “fan” as well.
ERICK, WHAT ARE YOU DOING? THAT WAS A FAN! #SDLive @ERICKROWAN pic.twitter.com/zrkmUm8hzB
— WWE (@WWE) September 11, 2019
The carnage just WON'T stop! 😩😩 #SDLive @WWERomanReigns @ERICKROWAN pic.twitter.com/CUEUBrFjSv
— WWE Universe (@WWEUniverse) September 11, 2019
Bayley versus Moon
Bayley, who has recently turned heel to re-align with Sasha Banks, defeats Ember Moon in a quick match.
It seems @WWEEmberMoon may have brought out the MEAN STREAK in #SDLive #WomensChampion @itsBayleyWWE… pic.twitter.com/VmuLLoMTps
— WWE (@WWE) September 11, 2019
The Smackdown Women’s Champion is attacked by her challenger for the title, Charlotte Flair; forcing Bayley to retreat.
Will we see a 10x champion in @MsCharlotteWWE or will #TheHugger keep her tight grasp on her gold at #WWEClash of Champions? #SDLive @itsBayleyWWE pic.twitter.com/2bDUuYKRxA
— WWE (@WWE) September 11, 2019
Kingston and Orton confrontation
The WWE Champion, Kofi Kingston, cuts a promo as he reminisces of attacking Randy Orton in MSG of 2009.
10 years ago.
Feels like it was just yesterday… #SDLive @TrueKofi @RandyOrton pic.twitter.com/HW60EywrtT
— WWE (@WWE) September 11, 2019
‘The Viper’ comes out to confront Kingston & claims that his WWE title reign is incomparable to the Orton legacy.
After trading insults, they inevitably brawl into the crowd area as Orton utilizes a steel chair.
However, Kingston fends off Orton. Kingston then repeats his 2009 moment of Double Leg Dropping Orton through a table in MSG.
🤯🤯🤯 History REPEATS itself inside @TheGarden! #SDLive @TrueKofi @RandyOrton pic.twitter.com/rXP84qVGpz
— WWE (@WWE) September 11, 2019
Kingston and Orton will have their WWE title rematch at Clash of Champions this Sunday.
Main Event KOTR Semi-final Match
SmackDown Commissioner Shane McMahon appoints his rival, Kevin Owens, as the special guest referee in the main event match.
Shane offers Owens a deal; if Owens ensures Shane’s victory, he’ll drop Owens’ $100,000 fine.
.@FightOwensFight can get his 100,000 dollar fine lifted. All he has to do is referee the #KingfTheRing match between @ShaneMcMahon & @WWEGable… correctly. #SDLive pic.twitter.com/NCecl4pYzy
— WWE (@WWE) September 11, 2019
In addition, McMahon is replacing Elias in the King of the Ring semi-final match against Chad Gable.
This is due to Elias sustaining an ankle injury. As a result, he’s out of the tournament.
‘The Prizefighter’ lives up to his name & fast-counts for McMahon.
Nevertheless, Gable solidifies his victory as he defeats McMahon via submission by way of the ankle lock.
Special Guest Referee @FightOwensFight is a little conflicted in this #2OutOf3Falls #KingOfTheRing SEMIFINAL Match between @shanemcmahon and @WWEGable… #SDLive pic.twitter.com/5qAB4YDhZB
— WWE (@WWE) September 11, 2019
In a shocking turn of events, the Commissioner fires Kevin Owens.
‼️‼️‼️ @ShaneMcMahon just FIRED @FightOwensFight! #SDLive pic.twitter.com/KSpLuY1vpr
— WWE (@WWE) September 11, 2019
In conclusion, Chad Gable will wrestle Baron Corbin, the night after Clash of Champions, on the following September 16th episode of RAW to determine the 2019 King of the Ring.
.@ShaneMcMahon taps, @WWEGable advances!#RAW's @BaronCorbinWWE vs. #SDLive @WWEGable is your 2019 #KingOfTheRing Finals! pic.twitter.com/U9CIT8HFmp
— WWE (@WWE) September 11, 2019
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