The scene opens up in San Juan, Puerto Rico!! Fireworks are going off everywhere on top of the stadium, and the crowd is livid. Jam packed inside, with a total sell out crowd of 37,983 people. It is quite the sight right now here in The Hiram Bithorn Stadium!!! We see various signs throughout the crowd: "Carlos WELCOME home!!", "York SUCKS.", "R n R" , "Shiru Rules!", "Y2J", "Chris Falkenyork Championship", a life-size cardboard cutout of Carlos Shotgun is lifted up with a word bubble that reads: "Thank You Very Much", .. there's a sign that says, "DEATH upon ADKINS." , another sign that reads: "William Knighthawk #1 Fan" , a sign that reads: "Elite in the house!" , one that says, "Dark Stranger reed mi sine!", and of course simply, "XWF", and "Carlos Shotgun" signs everywhere. The camera pans to the front of the stadium,
We come back, and cut to ringside with Alex "Cool" Beans sitting alongside James Shaw for the play-by-play analyst.
Alex "Cool" Beans: Ladies, and gentlemen .. it is unbelievable in this stadium right now! This place is rockin'. Namely for 2 reasons .. Xtreme Battle Zone is taking place in just a few moments.. and Carlos A. Shotgun in his hometown of San Juan, Puerto Rico tonight!!
James Shaw: It is a glorious event brother. Like nothing else I ever experienced!
Who's your bets on??
I'm not usually a betting man.. but, my money's on the hometown hero.. Carlos Shotgun tonight--
Oh, don't be nieve. Everyone knows .. it's also the hometown of Xavier Phoenix, and even though my money's not on him.. I'm going to go with The Original .. bet on it!
Oh, jeez.. can we talk about something else?
How about the current title holder .. of the Chris Falkenyork Championship, yes! Lets talk about it Shaw.
He's a helluva champion. Simply one of the best that's ever stepped in this buisness, and he's a hard damn worker in that ring. He has a good a chance as anybody ... there's a lot riding on this match, and 19 other men besides him in it. Going to be the test of a lifetime! But, I think Chris Falkenyork could pull it out. ..
You think he's going to hold on to that Chris Falkenyork Championship? YOU just went with CARLOS. You just picked Shotgun, and now you're going back on your word!
You say that so matter factly .. in fact I did not say that. I didn't say I'm going with York. But, look at it this way .. the man has done it all. He won back at Xtreme Mania last year.. got Shotgun to say, "I quit". That's not easy my friend! He beat The Original, and Jesse Jones back at KOX!
Oh, don't remind me about King of Xtreme ... weren't we fired??
Yeah, but apparently .. Shawn Taylor seen something in us he really liked, and brought us back.
What a good guy he is. Our GM is swell.. isn't he?
Sure is,
And you know who's not so swell??
Who?
That lowsy Mark Adkins!! I mean, don't get me wrong .. I hate him.. but, I love him at the same time. We have a love-hate relationship, and man .. I don't know. But, he went too far on some of his stuff these past few weeks..
Just don't bring up Billy Crystal's name around me. Listen, .. tonight is going to be epic. You just spoke of "TV MA".. he will be here tonight... . .Chris Falkenyork is defending his Championship tonight ... Jon Hampton will be here in action-- maybe trying to headline his 2nd Xtreme Mania in a row!! I mean, .. he has a hell of a shot as well. You've got Ryan Ryder back in action. Dark Stranger will be competiting again. Mars, Shiru, Rage.. they'll all be here ... . don't forget the legendary hall of famer, Crimson Tide, and of course .. The Original .. who knows about him?
I'm not so sure what to make of him either. Too much bouncing around if you ask me. But, he should be here tonight.. by all accounts. It appears he was running in to the law here at San Juan .. as well.. just moments after being released on bond out of PA, .. now he's in trouble here. Who knows with that guy? Same goes for Hampton. Can't our wrestlers just stay out of trouble?
You got that right. There's one thing for sure though .. a young man who showed promise-- a couple of them really. But, one particular, boy, that William Knighthawk looks ready as ever, .. and what do you make of his new friend Gigantis?
I don't know what to make of him. But, I could tell you that the other young gentlemen you are speaking of... competiting in his first match as well .... well, I'm not talking about "The Game".. because, he didn't have anything to say leading up to Xtreme Battle Zone. But, .... Xavier Phoenix did! He set the tone maybe for this whole competition, and he'll be wrestling in his hometown as well... that should not be overlooked my friend--
Speaking of "overlooked".. look what we have here-- arriving to the stadium.. walking through that garage right now.. is one.. Carlos A. Shotgun himself!!!
The fans notice him on the large jumbotrons, and go bizerk for him! They absolutely lose it for their hometown here! Some men are boo'ing him. But, those few, and far in between.. because, they feel threatened by the overall support that Shotgun is getting here tonight. He's walking through the garage, and walks in to Bob Levy for our first LIVE! backstage interview of the night...
Bob Levy: Excuse me, .. Carlos Shotgun. Welcome! Welcome to Hiram Bithorn Stadium, and welcome back to --
Carlos Shotgun: Let me cut you off there genius!
The crowd explodes inside the stadium!!!
I never left Puerto Rico .. I never left this place, and now-- I get to grace that ring out there... I get to grace those rings out there. Because, I will be advancing from my ring, and I will be getting my hands on whoever stands in my way... on becoming a 2-time XWF World Champion here tonight!! It will be memorable. It'll never be forgotten. It'll always be the day .. the night-- when Carlos A. Shotgun .. ruled supreme over the rest of the roster. When the title was finally back in the right hands. And then I will go on to headline XM .... I will go on to headline Xtreme Mania-- like I'm meant to. Like I was destined for. Because, tonight is just the start of another legacy for Carlos Shotgun. Tonight! .. You will truly see who the best in this buisness is . .....
He pauses, and looks out in to the distance. With the crowd saying along with him now,
.. ."THANK YOU VERY MUCH".
Bob Levy is stuck there holding his mic, and we cut to another shot of the front of the Hiram Bithorn Stadium before cutting back to ringside for more on this upcoming Xtreme Battle Zone event.
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So, what else should we discuss Shaw before these 20 men get it on??
It's simple. But, it's not so simple... here we go -- first of all... you--
Suddenly, a theme music hits. It's Jonathan Hampton's music. Jon "The Man" Hampton's music starts blaring over the loud speakers, and the crowd immediately errupts in to a chorus of boo's for this man. The crowd is roaring with anger, and resentment towards this man. He takes his time walking down the ramp, and around those 2 rings already set up in the middle of this stadium ... the large Xtreme Battle Zone structure hanging above. It is pretty much 2 large steel cages, with 1 door on each end. Also, a door in the middle- that'll signify the last 2 men left, and it will open when it has come down to the final 1-on-1 encounter. But, as Hampton makes his way over to the commentators table. He jaws with some fans, and avoids being spit on. He dodges that spit, by moving his head to the side just in time, and looks real angry with the fan. Pointing at him, and threatening him now. Jon Hampton eventually makes his way over to the commentators table.
Jon. Come over here! "The Chosen One", "The Ultimate One".. come over here.. if it isn't Jon "The Man" Hampton. The same man who headlined last year's Xtreme Mania-- tell us about this upcoming Xtreme Battle Zone, and what is facing you tonight here in San Juan!!
Jon Hampton puts on a headset, and scans the crowd. And then looks disgusted at James Shaw.
Jon Hampton: Look at these people! They are an utter disgrace to human kind. No respect. No morals! I was almost just spit on.. did you see that Alex? Did you see that "Cool" Beans, huh? How bout you Shaw? You see that?
Oh, I saw it Jon. Pathetic! Sickenin'. .
You got that right. Listen, I heard you guys out here talking .. .. you were talking about it being so simple ... right?
Yeah, that's what we said --
Well, I'm going to win the whole damn thing .... it's JUST THAT SIMPLE!!!
Jon Hampton throws the headset down on the table, and looks James Shaw specifically in the eyes. He looks real angry with him, and the rest of the stadium as he slowly starts backing up, he yells at Shaw, "How about that? Huh? How's that?!?"
He's mad at you for some reason Shaw.
What I say? . . .. What the hell's his problem? I'm out here discussing the rules for the upcoming event... and he wants to push my buttons. Hell no! He's lucky I don't lace them up anymore.. or I'd be out there- storming him, and causing hell.
Settle down Shaw. You're going to blow a vessel. Lets just talk about the upcoming event.. Xtreme Battle Zone, and the rules that follow .. ..
As I was saying ... it's real simple ... but, it's a little complicated for those who can't figure it out, or get heated at every word we say. We're only doing our job.
Shaw.
But, anyways -- tonight promises to be a great night. What's in store you ask? Well, 20 men .. locked inside a large steel cell. Seperated by a single door.. competiting in 2 seperate rings .. will be 10 men each! Those 10 men .. will battle it down, until only 1 of them is left... then-- from there- once it is down to those last men left ... the door will open in the middle, and they will be allowed to battle anywhere within the confines of that Xtreme BATTLE Zone. That large human structure sitting above our heads right now. About to be lowered on top of these 2 rings, and medal platforms will also be set up. So, men can't essentially fight on the outside of the ring.
Unless of course they want to take a risk getting their face graded against that steel structure, or planted on that steel platform out there.
That's the risk some of them are going to HAVE to take. In order to win it all. In order to be the last man standing, and go on to headline Xtreme Mania ... as the XWF World Champion-- you must survive through it all! Through all the pain. The torture. The submission moves. The high risk, high flying maneuvers.. .. to the strength, and toughness of all these men. 20 of them! 20 men .. vying for the same goal .. with 1 thing in mind--
That XWF World Title.
You got .. the following men in ring 1.. . and remember-- these matches will go on simutaneously. So, when each ring of these 2 rings finish up-- they will immediately have to go at it 1-on-1 to determine the Champion. But, anyway .. we'll get to the rules here in a minute.. here are the 10 men in ring 1. ... they are as follows..
Ring 1 -
1. Chris Falkenyork (XWF World Champion)
2. "The Original"
3. Arch Angel Damien
4. "TV MA" Mark Adkins
5. Shiru Vanchiez
6. "Real Deal" Ryan Ryder
7. The Phan (The Guerillas)
8. Brutality (Wreckin' Crew)
9. "Mr. Extreme" Eric Wilhite
10. William Knighthawk
Now, that was ring 1. Lets now bring you the participants of ring 2.. starting with ...
Ring 2 -
1. Carlos Shotgun
2. Dark Stranger
3. Xavier Phoenix
4. "The Game"
5. Crimson Tide
6. Jon Hampton
7. Mars
8. Flip Johnson (Wreckin' Crew)
9. Midnight Star (The Guerillas)
10. Rage
And now for the quick rules-- No Countout obviously. No DQ.
Only way you could eliminate someone is by pin, or submission ..
Yes, that's correct, and we forgot to tell you ... 2 men from each ring start it off against each other, and every few minutes another opponent is released. So, .. you could start the match off at 8 pm.. or whenever it is we kick off this illustrious event. But, someone might not be going in to the ring until 30 minutes after you ... so, it's going to be a disadvantage for those men who draw 1 & 2 in each of our 2 rings out there. It's going to be quite the sight!
Yeah, it's beautiful here in San Juan ... weather wise I mean, and we had a great turnout-- despite the spitting, and trash throwing .. it's been quite pleasent. But, in just a few moments-- that Battle Zone won't be so kind to these superstars. With 20 men putting their lives on the line for 1 title ... it's going to be amazing to see what goes on! It's about to get real brutal in here ladies, and gents-- real gruesome. So, look away if your squimish. Because, in just a few moments-- we announce these 20 participants.. they come out here.. some get locked in glass cases, and one by one.. they are released-- and do battle-- until only 1 man comes out the soul survivor!
And he would've earned it ...
Rightfully so.
Hey! There's one thing we have to get to. One thing that hasn't been discussed as much. The first 2 men eliminated.. apparently-- will never wrestle an XWF match ever again. This will be their last contest if they happen to be one of the first 2 to go!
That's a terrible thing. To be in their shoes, and facing that kind of pressure. Who will step up, and face adversity? Who will overcome all the obstacles, and be standing there the XWF World Champion .. heading in to Xtreme Mania??
Find out, in just a moment --
***FLASHBACK***
We are seeing a video display with images from over the course of the last year. Dating back until Xtreme Mania when a lot of these feuds began. We showcase what happend at King of Xtreme, and also what took place at Collision Course, which was more of a train wreck if you ask some of us. But, none the less. Those moments are highlighted. As well as quick glimpses at some of the promos, and heated discussions that have took place over the course of the last 2 months. It hypes the "Xtreme Battle Zone" event perfectly, and gets us ready for this 20-man elimination style XWF World Championship extravaganza!!
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And we cut back to ringside where the people are screaming in excitement! As the Xtreme Battle Zone is being lowered down to the ground, and getting ready to cover those 2 rings. The fans are loving this moment, and they know we are minutes away from what should be the event of a lifetime.
This is it Shaw. Can you feel it?
Man-o-man. It's certainly in the air tonight. I take a look around. I see these people anticipating this event. I see the signs all around me.. I hear the cheers, and what these people are chanting ... it's about time we start this off- lets kick this thing off right, and "to the victor go the spoil". ..
BACKSTAGE, we see Chris Falkenyork admiring his championship in a mirror, and then shining it up to see his own reflection in it. Before slanging the belt over his shoulder, readjusting it, taking another look at himself in the mirror, smiling to himself, and finally walks out of view heading towards that XWF ring .. which is now surrounded by tons of steel, and is set to do battle for Xtreme Battle Zone. We then cut to GM, Shawn Taylor backstage, and he is talking privately to someone in his office. Men we can not make out, and he's discussing something very important. Because, he notices the camera, and shoes the man out of his office. Back at ringside the commentators discuss a few more things before we officially start this off.
Well, what's you think?
We're here.
I can't wait to see how this one goes down... enough of the talking, and speculating. We already know the rules. .. we're just anxious to see who gets to go 1-on-1, and .. who eventually walks out the XWF World Champion! Lets get to it.
Suddenly, men from the roster are announced, and they slowly make their ways out one-by-one. Until they fill up all the glass cases in their designated ring. One man in particular comes out, and receives a warm welcome from the crowd.
Danielle Worley: Introducing first ... one of the 20 men in the Xtreme Battle Zone ... ... from Dartmoor, England ... standing in at 6'2'' .. 225 pounds ... . .. .. William.. Knighthawk!!
Out comes William Knighthawk. Followed by the man known as "The Game", followed by Shiru Vanchiez, we have Dark Stranger come out to some eerie music. Also, the entrance for Jon Hampton goes off without a hitch! The crowd boo's him the whole way down the ramp, and toss trash, and slurs his way as he enters the Xtreme Battle Zone. We have Xavier Phoenix come out to a nice ovation from the crowd. Though he does receive mixed reactions from some of the folks in San Juan, Puerto Rico. As the next man is announced, the crowd boo's tremendously,- --
"TV MA" Mark Adkins slowly makes his way down the ramp, and soaks it all in. He smiles as they throw insults his way. He just shakes it all off, and looks up at the large steel structure known as "Xtreme Battle Zone". He hops up, and down a moment and psychs himself up. As he walks in to his side of the Battle Zone, and enters ring 2 .. where the crowd just continues to boo him, and let him and Jon Hampton have it!! They are not to fond of those 2, and then .. with the stadium finally dark, and the lights dimmed low... from near the top of the ramp a band appears!! It is Pearl Jam, and they are here for one thing only. To help introduce the next competitor in the Xtreme Battle Zone, and the people of San Juan, Puerto Rico are defeanoning with their loud cheers, and support for hometown hero. Some boo'ing his latest antics. But, a majority of the crowd is in full support for the man they think should be Champion.
"Shotgun" emblem shows up on the screen, and Carlos A. Shotgun makes his way out after about a minute delay to an insane crowd! He methodically makes his way down the ramp, and eventually enters the Xtreme Battle Zone, before walking over to where the 2 cages meet, and glances inside at Mark Adkins. He points out at him! He then focuses on his own ring, and enters his glass case. We got a few more people to announce. Mars comes out to a nice ovation! Arch Angel Damien gets boo'ed on his way down the ramp. We also see The Wreckin' Crew come out together to a mixed reaction from the crowd. The Guerillas soon follow them, and split up as well as they enter opposite rings, and prepare to go against 9 other men in their own ring. We see Ryan Ryder come out. But, no Y2J. The man who supposedly was locked away. Isn't here, and some people are confused. Including the commentators.
Well, he was suppose to come out right then, and he didn't. No Y2J ? What happend to The Original anyway Shaw?
Beats me. I'm confused as everybody. This makes no sense. He didn't show. But, we have others to get to .. and this is it-- the final 4 men announced.. will be the 2-men that start it off in each ring ... so lets send it back up to Danielle Worley for the last introductions.
From .. God Knows Where .... he is the monster, .. .. standing in at 6'11'' tall, and weighing in at over 300 pounds! He is .... RAGE!!!
Fire balls go off everywhere! The arena fills with heat, and the large man makes his way out from behind the curtains, and down that very ramp. He enters ring 2, and gets ready to start off this contest ...
Entering ring 1 . . .. he is ... the XWF World Heavyweight Champion ..... .. he is Chris Falkenyork!!!
Oh, he does not receive a good welcome from the crowd. They boo the shit out of this guy. Not a single mark really for the XWF World Champion, or recently renamed the Chris Falkenyork Championship belt .. as one of the original members of the Elite makes his way down the ramp with his title slung over his shoulder. He makes his way out, pointing at fans in the distance, and keeping his composure as he glances up at the Xtreme Battle Zone structure. He takes the Chris Falkenyork Championship belt draped over his shoulder, and looks at it one last time. He gives it one last kiss, and confidentally hands the belt to the referee at the door. He tells him, "Keep that clean for me, I don't want any fingerprints on it.. when I take it back at the end of the night!" Chris Falkenyork smiles once again, and enters ring 1. Now, being announced is the final participant in ring 2. The last of the 10-men in ring 2 that is announced is a long time XWF veteran, and XWF Hall of Famer.
Coming to the ring now ..... is a 13-year XWF veteran.. who signed the 1st official contract for the XWF in his own blood back in 1998 .... he ... is .... CRIMSON TIDE!!
The lights in the Hiram Bithorn stadium go off, and flash bulbs pop off everywhere. Surprisingly everyone tries to capture this moment of Crimson Tide, because it's been rumored he will be wrestling his last match ever very soon here. And now... the last man introduced for this XBZ event.
He is hailing from Atlanta, Georgia .... he is Mr. Extreme Eric Wilhite!
Out comes Eric Wilhite and no one really responds. He is quite the unknown these days. He hasn't wrestled in the XWF since 2006, and makes his grand return here tonight to try his luck at Xtreme Battle Zone. Some fans recognize him. But, don't care.. they are thinking about one thing, and one man right now-- Carlos Shotgun. We see Eric Wilhite walk up to his ring, and as Danielle Worley is going to leave the ring .. he demands the mic from her. She obliges, and exits the steel structure. As Eric Wilhite enters the "Xtreme Battle Zone", and walks in to the middle of the ring. He comes face-to-face with the current XWF World Champion, Chris Falkenyork. He looks York dead in the eyes, and then quickly addresses the crowd.
Eric Wilhite: Hold off just a minute! Hold on here a second ...
Boo's from the crowd. Because, it's already after 8 pm, and they are growing impatient. Ready for a 20-man extravaganza! Ready to see what Carlos Shotgun, and others could do in action tonight. But, they don't want to hear from Mr. Extreme Eric Wilhite on this night.
How about this? I enter the glass case.... .. I see none are left-- but, I'll take William Knighthawk, or Shiru's Vanchiez's case, .. or heck-- The Phan's glass case. It doesn't matter.. just not this-- SHAWN TAYLOR!! I need to speak with you ..
Chris Falkenyork who already tore his shirt off is just staring at Eric Wilhite in disbelief. In ring 2 -- the other side of the structure- seperated by all that steel is the other 2 men ready to do battle. Crimson Tide, and Rage just stare at each other. The crowd is eating that up for some reason. Two men who have had history, and have had some of the most bizarre things happen to them over the years. Truly men of different era, and now they are locking eyes in the same ring. They don't break eye-contact.. as if them, and the San Juan crowd is in a trance as well. Suddenly, GM, Shawn Taylor comes out at the top of the ramp to some awesome theme music. He busts balls, and states the following to Eric Wilhite, and the XWF faithful.
GM, Shawn Taylor: Listen gentlemen. . .. some say-- LIFE isn't fair! In this case Eric Wilhite ..... I'm your General Manager . .. . and you are just going to have to deal with the current- circumstances. You start it off against Chris Falkenyork .. .. and if either of you survive ring 1-- maybe you'll be lucky enough to go 1-on-1 with the last participant in ring 2... and we will have quite the showdown!! Eric. Chris. Rage. Tide ... the rest of ya -- - ... it's time to gives these people a show! Ring that bell ref.
The BELL RINGS!!
This is it!
We are officially underway at the first Xtreme Battle Zone to hit the XWF circuit, to hit anywhere across the globe ... in over 5 years, and it's here tonight-- in San Juan, Puerto Rico .. in front of a sold out crowd!!
And we got front row seats Shaw! Front row, baby. Time to call the event of a lifetime .... you've already said it, "to the victor go the spoil."
At stake-- winning the XWF World Championship, and headlining Xtreme Mania in just over 40 some days ..
In ring 2- Crimson Tide, and Rage continue to just stare a hole through each other. They do not move one bit. Just standing in opposite corners of the ring. 8 men in glass cases surround them. In ring 1- Chris Falkenyork is eyeing down Eric Wilhite, and starts laughing to himself as Eric Wilhite turns around. His eyes wide at first, he suddenly tenses up, and gets ready to attack York. He does!! He goes after him, and Chris Falkenyork simply trips him up in to the Version 7
Oh my god! If he taps.. that's it. He's wrestled his last match in the XWF. .. .
His return's about to be sour. No way he escapes the clutches of that move. He's trapped in the Version 7
The crowd is boo'ing. They are not impressed, and 20 some seconds in to the "Xtreme Battle Zone" event-- Chris Falkenyork the current Champion gets Mr. Extreme Eric Wilhite to tap out!!!
That's it. It's over! Eric Wilhite is gone. He's the first eliminated .. and so by rule of GM, Shawn Taylor.. that means Wilhite will no longer wrestle for the XWF. I wonder who else is going down like that Shaw?
Well, it's not about the first 2 eliminated-- though that does suck for those men. It's all about the last man who survives... and it's 1 down now for Chris Falkenyork ... 18 more to go, or 8 more to go .. for now-- depends how you look at it.
He's off to a good start.
Sure is. .. What about Tide, and Rage? What's the deal with them??
They are stunned. They don't know what to do. Old friends. Old foes. Stuck in time it appears. What's going to be the outcome here tonight is what I want to know? How is this all going to play out? And already we have Eric Wilhite begging for his life, and the stare down of a century!
In ring 1 - Eric Wilhite has been officially eliminated by Chris Falkenyork, and forced to leave the Xtreme Battle Zone. The referees usher him out the door, and down the steel steps. He looks defeated as he holds his head on the way out. Chris Falkenyork meanwhile is just looking around at the 7 other competitiors left in his ring. There's Mark Adkins. There's Ryan Ryder. There's Shiru Vanchiez. The Original's case is currently empty. The Phan is posted up in a case. Arch Angel Damien looks frightend to even go out there. "Brute" is ready. William Knighthawk looks ready. Who will be next out one of those cases?
Well, that was quicker start than we expected, and now who's next for York? Likewise.. who will be next to step out of their glass case, and join this massive stare down between Crimson Tide, and Rage?
I don't think that next person is going to stare these 2 down. Maybe, they are trying to save their energy. Maybe, they are in cahoots. And, that's why they aren't attacking each other yet. They know there is strength in numbers.
Meanwhile, Chris Falkenyork is getting lots of heat from that LIVE! San Juan, Puerto Rico crowd. As Crimson Tide, and Rage start inching closer. Still a good 10 feet away from each other. After about another 3 minutes of waiting.. the glass cases are opening, and Brutality of the Wreckin' Crew is released in to ring 1. Meanwhile, Mars is released in to ring 2. .. Mars looks around at those two, and then goes to attack. But, before he gets a chance. Rage puts his big hand around Crimson Tide's throat, and the lights go out.
What the heck is this?
Ahh! They shut the lights off Shaw. I can't see a damn thing ...
Get off my leg!! What are you doing down there "Cool" Beans??
I'm sorry, I dropped something ... .
The lights come back on, and Rage, and Crimson Tide are gone. Meanwhile, Brutality is still near his glass case, and once he realizes the lights are on-- he charges at York in the corner. But, Chris Falkenyork moves just in time, and "Brute" instead catches his head on the top turnbuckle. York sneaks up behind him, rolling him up, and stepping through.. eventually then turning Brutality on his stomach, and arching at his back.. with that Version 7
He's got it on again! Falkenyork has got it on again!
And what the hell just happend over in ring 2 Shaw?? What was THAT all about? Rage, and Crimson Tide are gone ... what is it? How did they escape .. they were locked in the Xtreme Battle Zone like everyone else ....
Beats me. Mars is all alone, waiting on the next participant .. and Chris Falkenyork is defending his Championship... he's got Brutality of the Wreckin' Crew in the Version 7 ... . ... and that's it. He's done it! He's got him to tap, and that's 2 down now!!
Brutality is still tapping rapidly, and Falkenyork is wrenching back with authority, and complete intensity running through his veins right now. The referee is forced to pull Falkenyork off of "Brute".
Now, we are down to 8 men left in ring 1 .. only 7 if you're not including The Original who never arrived on time, and apparently we are down to 8 men in ring 2 with the disappearance-- the rather sudden disapperance of Rage, and Crimson Tide moments ago!
I still don't know what that was all about? And where is The Original? I'm not buying it Shaw. There's no way that he's locked up somewhere... ..something bizarre is happening here tonight. Is this the Xtreme Battle Zone?
So far - we've had 2 men tap in ring 1, and 2 men disappear in ring 2 . ... suppose to be 16 men left at this point. But, lets see how this all plays out ... who will be next out of those cases? And will they be able to stay in the ring longer than 2 minutes?? . . ..
It's a good thing I didn't go with my upset pick of Rage. Or I would be out big bucks James Shaw! Big bucks I tell ya.
Yeah, you went with The Original instead. Much better pick. Yeah. We see how well that did ya ..
Did I?
I'm still unsure what that all was about. Crimson Tide has been known for pulling stunts like this before... Rage, and him have always had an empty past. Filled with many miserable moments. Tonight-- just another one of those occurences in their strange relationship.
You're telling me . ... who's next Shaw?? Who's next for Mars? The 2005 XWF Hall of Famer who returned for one last glory run with the XWF... some say this is his last match-- .. that he was just honoring the respect of graditude shown by one Shiru Vanchiez -- so Mars decided to enter Xtreme Battle Zone-- almost against his own will. Meanwhile, Chris Falkenyork ... well, he is defending his Championship here tonight. His personal engraved Chris Falkenyork Championship. He's off to a terrific start! If he could keep this moment going . . . he will remain the Champion here tonight!
After a few more moments-- the next 2 men are released from either cage. The Phan is released in ring 1, and Jon "The Man" Hampton released in ring 2. Without hesitation- Jon Hampton goes to attack Mars. But, that punch is blocked, and Mars delviers an overhand right of his own, and another overhand right that stuns Jon Hampton. Mars irishwhips him across the ring, and ducks-- as he sends Jon Hampton flying up over his head for a big Back Body Drop!!
And Mars is riling the crowd up!! The XWF people are on their feet for some action--
The Phan goes for a clothesline on Falkenyork in ring 1. But, Falkenyork ducks it, and when The Phan bounces back-- he tries to go for a big boot on York. But, Falkenyork ducks that also, and kicks The Phan in the shin. He hits the Phan with a hard right hand across the chops. But, The Phan grabs York by the throat now. But, Falkenyork blocks it, and turns it in to an armbar. However, The Phan reverses out of it, and has Falkenyork by the arm now. He twist it around, and then scoops York up. He puts him up on his shoulder, and The Phan is going for a Powerslam. But, York wiggles out of it. He hops down, waits for the Phan to turn around. He kicks him in the shin again, and quickly turns it in to an old fashioned Killswitch!
BLAM! He plants him with that brutal trademark move.
He's going for the cover, and the count . . .
"........1.. . . ..
..........2. .. . . .
. . . . ..3!!!"
That's all she wrote for the Phan, and the first member of the Guerillas to officially enter the Xtreme Battle Zone-- after leaving that glass case-- has been eliminated from the festivities. Falkenyork takes down another one!
Meanwhile, Mars has got Jon Hampton in a brutal side headlock, and he refuses to let go.
Hampton pushes Mars forward off of him, towards the ropes. Mars bounces back, and knocks Hampton down with a tough shoulder block take down! Hampton bounces back up quick, and looks furious. He goes to slap Mars. But, Mars blocks it- kicks Hampton in his gut, and hits him with a devestating Aztec Suplex. Which Mars then turns in to a pinning combination. For the ... . 1 .. . .
. . .
.... . ..2. . .
...... . . kick out!"
Our first nearfall of the night, and Jon Hampton survives a close count. Now, reflecting on Jon Hampton's career.. or at least over the past year or so-- what a turn of events for this guy. He had a decent Summer of 2008. When he won a few key matches to put himself in position to be 1 of 4 men in the 2nd Chance Championship tournament . . . . instead- he ended up losing to the hands of Shotgun, and Jones... after a nice victory over HHH. Meaning he was in line to get a shot against Jesse Jones for the belt at last year's Xtreme Mania. Due to the fact that he had a rivalry going with Jesse Jones all over 2008, and he scored a victory, or 2 over him. But, now .. flash forward to Xtreme Mania. He lost in an Ironman match by a score of 2-1. It was the Main Event match. The one that headlined "Xtreme Mania: Decade" .. but, he was unable to escape with the XWF World Heavyweight Championship that day--
More so that that. As we watch Mars go to work on Hampton in the corner now, and Falkenyork is still waiting on another opponent to try to quickly eliminate from this contest . .. it was that Hampton had a terrible run after that as well. Losing to MARS who made his comeback after a 5 year absense-- being defeated in the 1st round of the King of Xtreme tournament. Mars went on to the finals surprisingly enough, and lost to Stephen Blood in the end. However, ... Hampton struggled up until this point-- where a lot of people think this may be his comeback match. This Xtreme Battle Zone is just what Hampton, and others needed to get that spark back!
Maybe so.
Mars, and Hampton go back in fourth for a moment. Mars staying in control most of the way. He grabs Hampton by the back of the head, and simply tosses him across the ring. Hampton's back smacks that canvas hard, and Mars stays on the offensive. He steps through the ropes, and grabs Hampton's hair over the top rope. Mars is bringing him in, and going to go for a suplex to the outside platform. But, Hampton blocks it, and goes to suplex Mars in the ring. But, Mars blocks it, and knees Hampton in the mid-section. Mars then lifts Hampton up, and does indeed suplex him to the outside!! Hampton's feet smack the cage itself, and his back slams that steel platform real hard! He immediately grasps at his back in pain.
Not a good look for Jon Hampton. Is it James Shaw?
I don't think so. A better look from Mars .. .
That time is about now for the next opponents to be released in the battle. There it goes, and now the man released in ring 1 is none other than one of the newest members of the XWF roster, William Knighthawk! He comes out, and locks eyes with Chris Falkenyork across the ring. Meanwhile, in ring 2 - Flip Johnson is released, and he goes right for Mars.
Here we go Gentlemen . .
Buisness is about to pick up!
It has. Indeed.
Mars fends off Flip Johnson best he can. Grabbing Flip, and tossing him in to the corner. Delivering shot after shot. Open fists to the skull, and mid-section of Flip Johnson! Mars is just brutalizing him. Meanwhile in ring 1 - Chris Falkenyork, and William Knighthawk lock up in a match of strength. William Knighthawk slowly starts to gain the advantage. But, Falkenyork flips it on him in a game of mercy, and eventually just nails William Knighthawk with a solid knee to the face as he gets him to kneel before him, and then ends it with another solid knee to the brain. Followed by a spontaneous Bulldog, and a quick cover on the new rookie ...
"..... . .. 1. . . . ..
. . . . . . . . ... 2 . . .. .. . .
. . . .. kick out!"
Chris Falkenyork immediately throws William Knighthawk in a side headlock on the ground, and just grinds him down on the mat. Meanwhile in ring 2- Flip Johnson gets a thumb to Mars' eye, and a knee to his mid-section. He calls on Jon Hampton, and Hampton gets in the ring-- intentionally low-balling Mars from behind! He hits him with a solid uppercut between the legs, and thats it. Flip Johnson, and Jon Hampton team up, and start stomping away at Mars. They double-team the shit out of him. Hitting him with hard right hands- as each other takes turn holding him. Mars tries to fight them both off. But, they stay on the attack, and manage to drill Mars with a Double DDT. Followed by Hampton going up to the 2nd turnbuckle, and drilling him with his elbow straight to the jaw. Hampton goes for a cover on Mars now .. .
" . . . .. . . 1. . . . . .. ...
...... . . ..2. . .. . ...
.. .kick out!"
The fans are growing wreckless, and it's a wonder why. They can not STAND Jon Hampton. Some people are marks for some of these certain legends here tonight. We already alluded to how Carlos Shotgun has fan favorites-- despite the heat he's been generating lately. But, while Mars, and others like the Guerillas have their marks out here tonight-- it's people like Flip Johnson, and especially-- Jon Hampton .. who are just pushing people's buttons the wrong way.
You in particular.
Say again ?
You are salty from earlier, and obviously still holding a grudge. People LOVE Jon Hampton-- I don't know what you're talking about .. and the only people boo'ing -- are clueless. They have no idea why they are even boo'ing. It is excellent action out there tonight! Right now- Hampton, and Flip Johnson .. classic bad guys- good guy double-team, and look .. you got the Chris Falkenyork Championship on the line, and he is taking it to William Knighthawk right now in ring 1.
Whatever you say Alex.
Chris Falkenyork goes to irish whip William Knighthawk in to the corner.. but- William Knighthawk reverses it, and Chris Falkenyork's back goes smacking off the turnbuckle. William Knighthawk rushes in, and connects with a high knee across the face of Chris Falkenyork. That shot takes him down but William Knighthawk doesn't stop there. He lifts Chris Falkenyork off the ground, and puts him in a barehug type maneuver. He wears him out a bit. Before-- eventually irish whipping Falkenyork to the ropes. Falkenyork bounces back, and catches a mean Sidewalk Slam from William Knighthawk! York's head bounces off the canvas, and Knighthawk goes for the cover . . ..
"... . . .. . . 1. .. . . . ..
. .. . . . . 2 . . . . ..
. . . kick out!"
The Champion was almost put away there.
And what did you mean by whatever you say Alex?? I mean, of COURSE-- whatever I say. That has always been obvious. I told you before.. I'm not a color commentator-- I sir .. am the cooler commentator. And tonight-- I'm calling it just like it is. That's why I'm back. That's WHY we were rehired by Shawn Taylor .. our General Manager!!
Call the match would ya?
That's your job.
Oh!
Reacting to the action in the ring. As Hampton lays out Mars with a suplex, and Flip Johnson launches off the top rope, and drops a big leg on Mars' head. But, as he's getting ready to pin him. It is Jon Hampton who asks if he could do the honors... Flip Johnson obliges, and Hampton drops to his knees with a smile. He's about to cover him up, and try to get the 3-count.. when the glass cases are opening again, and this time-- from ring 2- it's MIDNIGHT STAR!!!
Midnight Star does not hesitate to start dropping bombs! Tomahawk chop after Tomahawk chop! He takes it to both Flip Johnson, and Jon Hampton. He whips Flip to the ropes. Ducks a running clothesline attempt by Flip. Then he kicks Jon Hampton in the gut, gets ready to set him up for a DDT. As Flip Johnson is bouncing back towards him-- Midnight Star simply sidekicks him. He pulls his head up underneath his arn for what appears to be . .. .. unbelievale-- a DOUBLE DDT by Midnight Star! My god.
Midnight Star drops both men, and gets up and starts celebrating. The San Juan, Puerto Rico crowd is alive once again!!! They are going wild for this former XWF Tag Team Champion.
I hope you don't mind me saying this JAMES .. ... do ya? I hope you don't mind me saying this James Shaw -- but, .. but - -
Well, spit it out-- Alex Beans --
That's Alex "Cool" Beans to you, and I'm not going to tell you now.
What is it??
Well, lets just say . .. . these people of San Juan, Puerto Rico ... were going - -- "BANANAS" for one-half of the Guerillas!!! Get it? "BANANAS". ..
Yeah, I get it ..
B - A - N - A - N - A
-S!
Oh, I get it Alex. But, how about the man released in to ring 1 ... it's Ryan Ryder! The "Real Deal" is sizing up the competition ..
And "Ryder Fever" is spreading once again ... can you feel it James Shaw?
You're an idiot.
In ring 1- Ryan Ryder goes to punt Chris Falkenyork as he's tangled up with William Knighthawk on the ground. But, Falkenyork rolls him over just in time, and instead-- Knighthawk is the one who takes the punt to the head! William Knighthawk immediately drops to the ground. Falkenyork hops to his feet, and then Dropkicks Ryan Ryder up over the top rope, and out of the ring! Ryder rolls across that steel platform. York then focuses his attention on Knighthawk, and lifts him up. He hooks his leg, and goes for a Fisherman Suplex!
Perfect Plex, James Shaw! Perfect Plex!!
The count now, . . .
". . . . . ... .. 1 . . . . .
. . . . ... . .
. . ..2. . ..
. . .. ...... . kick out!"
Chris Falkenyork can't believe it, and quite frankly neither can this crowd.
I don't believe it!
No one cares what you think.
Correction-- they NEED to hear what i think. Because, I have a lot of good opinions James.. that you might be opposed to-- but, damn it.. I'll call it down the middle every time, and that was a brilliant kick out by new comer William Knighthawk! He almost doesn't know where he's at out there .. he's brand new to this game. The XWF is a whole new world to him, and to debut in that Xtreme Battle Zone isn't easy -- far from it. Probably the hardest thing you could do.
Well, we got 2 others debuting tonight .. in the 2011 season .. . . we've got "The Game" coming out soon, and Xavier Phoenix as well. Quite the impression Phoenix has made in the XWF. He has certainly brought his A-Game with him so far.. he looks impressive from what we've seen leading up to this event. Can he shine here tonight out in that Xtreme Battle Zone?
We'll find out soon enough. Knighthawk looking good thus far!
In Ring 1 - - Eric Wilhite was the 1st man eliminated, and has wrestled his last match in XWF history. In Ring 2 - - Crimson Tide, and Rage disappeared after Rage put his hand around Crimson Tide's throat, and the lights went out. Then in Ring 1 -- it was Chris Falkenyork who eliminated both Brutality, and The Phan soon after! Two former XWF Tag Team Championships couldn't hang with the current holder of the Chris Falkenyork Championship belt. But, in action in Ring 1 -- now it is Falkenyork, Knighthawk, and Ryder. In Ring 2 -- it is a battle going on between Midnight Star, Mars - Jon Hampton, and Flip Johnson.
These guys all know each other very well over here in ring 2.
Why you say that?
The Guerillas and the Wreckin' Crew have been feuded since the start of 2010, and maybe even before then ... you got one-half of the Guerillas in the ring with Midnight Star, and Flip Johnson the one-half left of the Wreckin' Crew.. not to mention-- you can't remember Hampton, and Mars feud this past year??
I re-call it .. but, it wasn't memorable. Not as memorable as maybe it could've been. But, what do you expect? It's hard for "The Ultimate One"... to carry an old timer like MARS to a quality match --
Need I remind you .. Mars won that Steel Cage match a few months back, and right now.. he's not looking too bad out there! With a BEAUTIFUL flying clothesline on Jon Hampton just then!! He's going for the cover now .... ... 1.. . .... . .2 ... . no, Hampton kicks out!
That's right. . "Hampton kicks out!" And Hampton will continue to kick out. Especially if Mars is the one trying to put him away. Mars might have only taking this event on with his own personal vendettas in mind. But, those plans have nothing to do with Jon Hampton. It has everything to do with RIGHT NOW. As that action is going on in that Xtreme Battle Zone -- you see Ryder, and Knighthawk double-teaming on Chris Falkenyork now! It seems like the thing to do ... form a common bond-- if even only for the moment, and there's strength in numbers.
Thus far.
Chris Falkenyork ducks a clothesline from Knighthawk. Knocks Ryder down with a flying shoulder block. Falkenyork turns to face Knighthawk. Ducks a haymaker. He kicks Knighthawk in the guts, and sets him up for not 1, .. not 2, .. but yes -- 3 ROLLING GERMAN SUPLEXES!! As Falkenyork is getting to his feet. Ryder goes in for another punt. But, Falkenyork steps out the way, and simply grabs the back of Ryder's head as he's moving past, and sends the back of his head crashing down on the mat! He whips him down pretty hard, and instead of going for the 3-count right away. It's Falkenyork who ducks another haymaker from William Knighthawk, and dropkicks him out of the ring this time! Knighthawk's back splatters the outside steel platform, and Falkenyork focuses his attention on Ryder who is crawling backwards towards that corner. Falkenyork puts the hard boots to him in the corner. Just stomping away hard at him!! This crowd immediately starts boo'ing Chris Falkenyork, and giving him massive amounts of heat. He pulls back off the ropes, and lays off Ryder a moment. He walks around the ring, and starts putting his arms out to the side. Calling them on .. encouraging them to boo louder, and louder! They truly hate Falkenyork with a passion here. Some fans are smiling in the crowd. They are York marks. But, they think it is quite the funny sight to see Shotgun's hometown boo'ing York.
I am not surprised.
I'm shocked-- he's the World Champion! Scratch that-- the Chris Falkenyork Champion!! He's done it all, and he's a true leader for this company .. how can you doubt the master of the Version 7 . .. .?? The answer is -- you CAN NOT.
Well, he certainly has my vote as one of the favorites to win this thing tonight.
Oh, lets not get started on this again.
What?
Call the match.
Midnight Star takes Flip Johnson down with a Hurricanrana- in to a Head Scissors take down .. meanwhile-- Mars takes Hampton down with a Fireman's carry, followed by a crucial elbow drop across the forehead. Mars goes for the cover on Jon Hampton now . . .
"....... . .. . 1 . .. . . . ...
. . .. . . . . . ....2. .. . . ... ..
. . .. kick out!"
Close one.
That was not that close. There was still a full second in there James Shaw! Call the match right, or don't call it at all . .
Well, if you weren't up here running your mouth-- half the time - -- damn near -- all the time--
Well, thank you.. THAT's my job. That's my JOB. Thank you very much . ..
Who you think you are.. Carlos Shotgun?
Oh, cause I said "thank you very much" . . very clever James Shaw. Who are you suppose to be.. good ol' J.R.??
I don't want to hear it. Falkenyork is taking it to Ryder some more in the corner-- feeding off the crowd. William Knighthawk trying to sneak behind him. But, Falkenyork has great instinct, and counters the rookie's attack in to an arm bar, that Knighthawk tries to reverse, but Falkenyork instead counters in to a Ricky Steamboat, Dragon Armdrag!!
Why do you call it a Ricky Steamboat, Dragon Armdrag? Chris FALKENYORK .. the Champion mind you-- is the one executing it.. so brilliantly I might add-
You may not. You may talk all the jibberish you want, and you do. Meanwhile, the next couple men are about to be released, and what's this--
In ring 2- Flip Johnson pulverizes Midnight Star with a Clothesline from Hell that nearly takes his skull off. He quickly covers Midnight Star up for the .. . .
" . ..... .. . .1. . ....
. .. ... . . ..2... . . . . . .. .
. .. . .. . . . . . . . 3."
Well, Flip Johnson gets rid of Midnight Star. Not what I was expecting.
Oh, wait! FLIP.. Behind you!!
Mars waits for Flip Johnson to turn around, and grabs him-- setting him up, and pulling off one of the sickest maneuvers known to man, the Red Sun!
That was one of the sickest Red Suns I've ever seen in my life!! He crushed Flip Johnson with that finisher! Mars is going for the cover now ,
" . . . ... .. . . 1. . . .. .
. .. . . . ...2.. . . .. . .
. . .. . . . . . 3!"
That was a great way to send Flip Johnson out.. wait-- what's this?-
Jon Hampton doesn't wait for Mars to get off the ground. He leaps up, and catches him off guard with an ol' skool FAMEASSER!! The crowd immediately erupts in to a chorus of angry boo's for Jon "The Man" Hampton. As he smiles on the canvas, and methodically crawls over to Mars. He goes for the cover, and the .. .
" . .. ... .. 1. . . . . . ..
. .. . . . . ..2. . . . . . .. .
. . . . . . ..3!"
I don't believe this.
1, 2, 3! As in .. Midnight Star, Flip Johnson, Mars.. .. 1, 2, 3 guys eliminated in a row, and now it's just "The Chosen One" . . the Ultimate One himself-- Jon Hampton remaining all by himself in ring 2. Look at that James Shaw! Check that out.
BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO.
Well, that narrows it down now in ring 2 -- we got Dark Stranger, Xavier Phoenix, The Game, and the always illustrious -- and today- particularly exclusive-- Carlos A. Shotgun .. he has yet to step out of his glass case, and if he does- you know he's raising hell here tonight in San Juan, Puerto Rico!!
Well, not if my new pick to win it all doesn't pull it off.. I'm talking about Mr R n R himself .. the man that no one has ever seen perform here in the XWF yet. The young man .. who is waiting, anxiously, and patiently .. to escape that glass case, and reek havok on the entire XWF roster who is doubting this young man. I got the privilege .. and I'll say this again- the "privilege" .. of seeing him compete in the underground circuits, and I must say-- Xavier Phoenix got what it takes. He's my new pick to win it all here tonight James Shaw!
You think I care what you think? I'm trying to call what's going on in ring 1 -- we've got Ryder, and Knighthawk working on the current Champion, Chris Falkenyork. But, now these wrestlers are being released. Who is it? From Ring 1 -- it's ... it's "TV-MA" Mark Adkins, and he joins the maylay for a minute. Helping Ryan Ryder, and William Knighthawk stomp away on the current XWF World Champion, Chris Falkenyork!!
Get out of there Chris! Defend your Chris Falkenyork Championship, please!
Take a look in Ring 2 -- it is the new comer.. your pick now to win it all- Xavier Phoenix!
Ohhhhoo yes! That's what I'm talking about, baby! That - right there- is clutch, and that's what we needed. For this action to get picked up! We got half the crowd boo'ing the shit out of Mark Adkins right now. But, some glad he's taking his frustrations out on Falkenyork. It's quite the concept in that 1st ring over there .. but, over here-- it's the Puerto Rican born .. Xavier Phoenix who is getting his fans in to it now! He's going after the one guy they want to see eliminated and/or humiliated!
Well, they may get their wish.
Xavier Phoenix rushes in, and goes for a spinning heel kick. But, Jon Hampton ducks it just in time, and catches Phoenix with a kick to the thigh. He tries to latch on for a Fisherman Suplex of his own .. but, Xavier Phoenix blocks it, and delivers a Skull Buster!! He drops Jon Hampton face first in to the canvas, and now Xavier Phoenix is going for the his first cover in XWF history . ..
" . . . .. .. 1 ... .. . .
. . . .. . ... .. 2 !! .. . . . . .
. . . . .. OH!! . That should've been a 3 ref!!
Jon Hampton kicks out of that pinfall just in time, and the crowd is boo'ing immensly now. As they have a disdain for all these men, and are waiting on someone else in particular.
That should NOT have been a 3-count. It was damn close.
Oh, you are sticking up for him now? After what he did to you earlier?
Well, he has a lot running through his mind, and you should talk-- the only reason you care is because your new boy out there- the boy wonder is your pick to win it all.. a dumb bone headed pick-- going with a rookie to outlast 19 other XWF superstars. I mean, don't get me wrong .. kid's got talent-- but,
"But", what? Your best friend Jon Hampton kicked out of that move, and he's still alive! You should be happy. Meanwhile.. Chris Falkenyork is getting his butt kicked. He should be defending his title. But, they are taking turns with him in that ring right now, and Adkins tosses him to the outside of the ring.
He then proceeds to stomp on him on the outside. Ryder turns on Knighthawk now, and sends him flying face first in to the top turnbuckle on the inside. Adkins then tries to rub York's face across the bottom part of that steel cage. But, York will not allow it, and instead elbows Adkins in the stomach. He then plants him with an uppercut, and a spear tackle in to the outside ring post!!
That one had to hurt! Chris Falkenyork taking it to Mark Adkins-- letting it be known that it's HIS Championship that's at stake, and not the rest of the XWF's pathetic roster.
Look at your boy Xavier Phoenix in ring 2 over here-- he spikes Jon Hampton's head down with a rough Bulldog! Ouch.
That's what I'm talking about . .. THAT right there-- is not only the future of the XWF. It is the present, and it is sweet to watch LIVE! here ... even if it is San Juan, Puerto Rico ...
What's THAT suppose to mean?
It wouldn't be so bad if we didn't have to sleep here. I'm sorry. I know you're looking at me funny .. but, there was a lizard in my shoe this morning! A lizard!! And it must've crawled in from the balcony ... that's creepy -- I don't want nothing crawling on me at night buster.
Well, worry about this damn match. It's Xtreme Battle Zone .. happens once a year, or in our case-- hasn't happend since 2006. But, this is one of the most major, hell- I'll say it ... looking to be one of the most successful pay per views of our time!! Some are saying it's being viewed all over the globe by hundreds of millions of people ... And Xavier Phoenix works on Jon Hampton some more- with a slick Snapmare that he turns in to a Sleeperhold on the canvas. The referee is forced over there to check on Hampton.
Maybe he'll tap here? Xavier Phoenix will get rid of the last man to headline Xtreme Mania .. back in 2010 -- but, this time-- it'll be Xavier Phoenix headlining .. with the Championship belt-- sorry Chris Falkenyork... I know it has your name engraved. But, Xavier Phoenix wouldn't be a bad look for this company.
You got the hots for him? That what you're saying?
Hell no. I'm trying to call a match.
Well, then -- call it.
No, I'm trying to call the match-- have you call it .. .. the way you should-- go ahead James Shaw.
Alex "Cool" Beans -- you are one helluva character, and so is that "Real Deal" Ryan Ryder-- but, he misses the flying clothesline, and William Knighthawk instead catches him with an Atomic Drop!!
Ryan Ryder goes bouncing around the ring, and on the outside of ring 1- Mark Adkins ducks a clothesline from Falkenyork, and Falkenyork almost runs his face in to the steel cage. But, instead-- Mark boots him in the mid-section, and catches him with a nasty swinging DDT on to the steel platform on the outside!!
That was a nice move.
And the crowd has mixed reactions on everything that's going on right now. It looked like a pro- Carlos Shotgun crowd alll night long .. we weren't sure what it would be like- we assumed, we speculated.. never expected this-- but, it's early. We have much more to go ... 6 men have to be released from their glass cases. 1 of which didn't show up, and that is The Original. But, so far --the people who have been eliminated are as follows .. Mr. Extreme Eric Wilhite, Crimson Tide, Rage, Brutality, The Phan, Midnight Star, Flip Johnson, and Mars ... there are 4 men duking it out in ring 1 right now, and only 2 men currently in ring 2. This will be quite the display down the stretch. You better believe it!
How many men has Chris Falkenyork .. the current Champion .. how many men has he eliminated thus far tonight?
I believe the first 3 all went to him. But, it was William Knighthawk who stopped him in his tracks early in this Xtreme Battle Zone event!! Meanwhile, Jon Hampton picked his moment, and got the 3-count when he needed it the most. Coming through in the clutch. But, it's the crowd that has us all guessing as well. They can't seem to decide who to cheer for. They are content on boo'ing most these top names. For whatever reason. Now, Falkenyork trying to fend off Mark Adkins, and stalls him with a solid knee to the stomach. Followed up by an uppercut. "TV MA" Mark Adkins looks dazed, and Chris Falkenyorks misses with a left hook. Mark Adkins kicks him in the side, and lifts up Chris Falkenyork on his shoulders. He tries to toss him over the top ropes ala Additude Adjustment. But, Falkenyork is grabbing hold tight of the top rope. Mark Adkins instead pulls him back off, and does his own version of the Torture Rack!!
Uhh! A Torture Rack!! He might get him to tap here.... Chris Falkenyork might quit in this Torture Rack. But, no ..
Instead- "TV MA" Mark Adkins does indeed dump him over the top rope, and back in to the ring!
Over in ring 2- Hampton is on the bad end of a Xavier Phoenix beating! Xavier Phoenix is taking it to him with high flying maneuvers, and wear down combinations. However, Jon Hampton turns the table- simply by hitting the brakes, and kicking Xavier Phoenix across the chops as he was bending over for a Back Body Drop. Nice awareness by Jon Hampton, and he turns it in to a Gut Wrench Powerbomb!!
What IMPACT.
No, no!
Jon Hampton goes for the pinfall, and the count . ..
