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WWE SmackDown Results: Winners, Grades, Reaction, Highlights from January 1

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Happy new year, and welcome to coverage of the first WWE SmackDown of 2021.

WWE was looking to start the year on the right foot after a difficult 2020 as it prepares for the annual Royal Rumble pay-per-view on January 31. 

Roman Reigns has picked up a couple of wins over Kevin Owens in both a TLC and a cage match. This week, The Tribal Chief made a request to management in relation to KO.

We also saw Big E battle Baron Corbin in a non-title bout just one week after he defeated Sami Zayn to win the Intercontinental Championship.

Sasha Banks and Bianca Belair teamed up to face Bayley and Carmella after both teams lost to Asuka and Charlotte last week. 

Let's take a look at everything that happened on this week's SmackDown. 

Opening Segment

1 OF 6

After WWE paid tribute to Jon Huber with a graphic and recapped last week's Steel Cage match, Reigns made his way to the ring with Paul Heyman and Jey Uso. 

The universal champion talked about how his gold glove is a reference to how everything he touches turns to greatness. He says Heyman was discarded and he saved him. He said Uso has had the best year of his career because of what he learned from The Tribal Chief. 

Owens came out and Reigns yelled at him that he had his chance and failed. KO said despite everything Reigns has tried to do to him, he is still standing. He told Reigns he should be embarrassed because he had to use Uso to win. 

Owens said he is going to request a match with Jey to give him some payback before leaving. 

                              

Grade: B+

                              

Analysis

Reigns has been at the top of his game for a long time and this promo was another example of how far he has come since turning heel.

As always, KO gave a strong showing on the mic, too. These guys work well with each other because their images are so different. Reigns is the poster boy while KO is the working man's hero. It's a great combination.

This was a decent way to kick off the first show but an actual match might have been a better choice. 

Big E vs. Baron Corbin Turns into a Tag Team Match

2 OF 6

Big E's first match after winning the IC title was also the first match of 2020. King Corbin served as his opponent while Sami Zayn worked with the commentary team.

The two powerhouses locked up and traded some takedowns to get things going. After a couple of minutes, Corbin took control and grounded his opponent.

Wesley Blake and Brandon Cutler watched as their boss dominated the action. The King countered Big E's apron spear but he ended up running right into The Big Ending. 

Zayn, Cutler and Blake attacked E to cause a disqualification. The big man fought hard but Apollo Crews ended up making the save and taking out everybody. After the break, this turned into Crews and E vs. Zayn and Corbin.

The hot tag led to Big E throwing Corbin around the ring with a trio of belly to belly suplexes followed by a running splash. After a close call with a Helluva Kick, Corbin and his knights abandoned Zayn. Crews hit him with a powerbomb for the win. 

                            

Grade: B

                                   

Analysis

This was a fun pair of matches even if it would have been more satisfying to get one long bout over the two segments. However, anything that gets Crews on TV is acceptable.

Zayn is one of the absolute best heels in WWE right now. Every little thing he does is perfect for his character and he elevates everyone around him.

It was a little surprising to see Crews get the pin instead of Big E but if it leads to some kind of push, it makes sense. 

The Riott Squad vs. Tamina and Natalya

3 OF 6

Billie Kay accompanied Natalya and Tamina to the ring for their match against Liv Morgan and Ruby Riott. Kay tried to yell encouraging words but Tamina told her to keep quiet.

After the opening salvo from Nattie and Morgan, Tamina took control of Riott and put her in the corner. The green-haired grappler rolled out and tagged her partner for a flurry of strikes.

The Riott Squad worked together to take Tamina down with a double Russian leg sweep. For some reason, Kay decided to switch sides and root for Riott and Morgan.

Thanks to a distraction from Kay, Morgan was able to pin Tamina. Kay celebrated like she did something special but The Riott Squad acted like they wanted nothing to do with her. 

                           

Grade: C+

                             

Analysis

This was a fast-paced match that could have been a lot better had they been given five more minutes. Morgan looked especially good with some of her strikes to Tamina.

The weird stuff with Kay was funny but made no sense. Does she want to beat The Riott Squad or join it? We don't know yet. Should we care? 

Riott and Morgan continuing to rack up wins needs to lead to a shot at the tag titles soon. They have the momentum. They just need the final push. 

Sasha Banks and Bianca Belair vs. Bayley and Carmella

4 OF 6

Belair and Carmella kicked off the action. The EST forced Mella to the mat and began working over her arm. Bayley got the tag and ran into a dropkick from Belair. 

Banks and Belair worked together at ringside to take out both opponents with some double-team offense. We returned from a break to see Bayley and Mella controlling the pace.

The Boss desperately reached for a tag as The EST struggled to break free from Bayley's grasp. She hit a beautiful vertical suplex but Carmella tagged in and prevented her from making the tag.

Banks finally came in and went wild on Carmella. Corey Graves made a Mandalorian joke as he watched the real love of his life take a beating from the SmackDown women's champion. 

Belair took out Bayley at ringside while The Boss was able to lock in the Bank Statement on Mella. Reginald pulled her out of the ring and Banks made him pay. This allowed Mella to hit her finisher to get the pin. 

                        

Grade: B+

                       

Analysis

This was a really good match that everybody should take the time to watch. All four women performed like they were working a big PPV.

Mella getting the pin will set her up for a rematch with Banks for the title down the line, but the real shining star in this bout was Belair.

The EST always looks so crisp with every movement. She hits a textbook suplex that makes it obvious how many people do not know how to do it properly by comparison. 

Bayley and Banks are two of the best in WWE and put those skills on display. One of the best things about The Role Model is her ability to bring others up to her level and we saw that in this bout. 

Daniel Bryan and Otis vs. Cesaro and Shinsuke Nakamura

5 OF 6

Daniel Bryan and Otis teamed up to take on Cesaro and Shinsuke Nakamura. Cesaro took control early and brought Bryan to the corner to Nakamura could tag in.

We returned from the break to see Cesaro and Nakamura still dominating The Yes Man. The Swiss Superman got a two-count with a slingshot elbow. 

Bryan was able to reach Otis and The Dozer started running over Cesaro. Chad Gable encouraged him as he threw Cesaro around and hit the Caterpillar. 

Bryan came back in with a sunset flip from the top rope for a two-count. Nakamura hit a kick to the face before almost getting him in an armbar. Otis broke it up but got taken out in the process. Bryan put Nakamura in the Yes Lock for the win. 

                            

Grade: B+

                       

Analysis

Again, WWE delivered a solid tag team match. This was the fourth in a row on this show but each one felt different in their own way.

The team of Otis and Gable could either be great or a joke. It depends on how WWE books them moving forward. The pre-match video showing Otis and Bryan working on hip technique was not a great sign.

Cesaro and Nakamura remain two of the best and most underutilized stars on the roster. Let's hope they have more success in 2021. 

Kevin Owens vs. Jey Uso

6 OF 6

As soon as the bell rang, Owens tackled Uso and began unloading on him with rights and lefts. He stomped Uce into the mat and slammed his head against the top turnbuckle. 

No matter what Uso tried to do, Owens maintained the upper hand. He told Uso none of this was his fault and he should blame Reigns as he continued to beat him down. 

We came back from a commercial to see Uso prevent Owens from hitting a superplex. KO avoided the splash and hit a Stunner for the win. This happened about 30 seconds after we returned.

Owens did not stop there. He continued to beat up Uce as he tried to draw Reigns out. He cuffed Uso to the top rope and kept punishing him while The Tribal Chief remained backstage. 

He put Uso on some crates near the stage and climbed part of the set. He was about to leap onto him when Reigns appeared out of nowhere to attack him. Uso recovered and helped his cousin beat KO down with chairs.

The beatdown lasted several minutes and ended with Owen being tossed through a table from about 10 feet up. The show came to a close with Reigns standing tall over his fallen foe. 

                             

Grade: B

                              

Analysis

The match with Uso and the beatdown that followed made Owens look like a badass but it wasn't much of an actual wrestling contest. It was still highly enjoyable.

Uso is so good at selling and Owens is incredible at the verbal aspect of the game. Together, they kept everybody's eyes on them until Reigns showed up to bat cleanup.

The table spot at the end looked great. This feud has been awesome and it's not surprising WWE wants them to keep it going. They will likely have a rematch at The Royal Rumble. 

Overall, this was a good show. WWE booked some solid matches and advanced some storylines. Deville's first promo after her return is going to be interesting. 

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It is that time of year again. For the final show of 2020, WWE NXT presented the NXT Year-End Awards. This was the time to celebrate the greatest competitors for the black-and-gold brand over the year of 2020.

Nine categories were to be named on this show including Overall Competitor of the Year, Match of the Year and Breakout Star of the Year. Some of the NXT greats had an impressive year, and it was time to recognize stars like Adam Cole, Tommaso Ciampa, Keith Lee, Io Shirai, Rhea Ripley and more.

Pete Dunne still had a score to settle with Rodrick Strong The long-time rivals were set for another huge technical showdown in the continued clash of Undisputed Era against The Kings of NXT.

Johnny Gargano looked to exorcise his biggest demon in his title career by fighting and hopefully defeating Leon Ruff. The Rebel Heart has lost repeatedly as champion. The Curse had yet to be broken, but he had a chance to prove he is a true legendary NXT North American champion with a win.

Two likely future top stars on the black-and-gold brand, Bronson Reed and Isaiah "Swerve" Scott were set to open the show. Mercedes Martinez was also announced to return to the ring.

This show was massively booked from the Year-End Awards to the variety of big matches promised. This looked to be a fantastic show to close out the year.

The NXT Year-End Award Results

1 OF 8

These were the winners of this year's WWE NXT Year-End Awards:

• Event of the Year: NXT TakeOver: WarGames.
• Rivalry of the Year: Adam Cole vs. Pat McAfee.
• Breakout Star of the Year: Shotzi Blackheart.
• Tag Team of the Year: Undisputed Era.
• Female Competitor of the Year: Io Shirai.
• Male Competitor of the Year: Adam Cole.
• Match of the Year: Finn Balor vs. Kyle O'Reilly, NXT TakeOver 31.
• Future Star of the Year: Austin Theory.
• Overall Competitor of the Year: Shirai.

"The Colossal" Bronson Reed vs. Isaiah "Swerve" Scott

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To open the show, WWE showed a tribute picture for a former NXT star, the late Luke Harper.

Isaiah "Swerve" Scott walked into this match far too confident, fighting a man nearly twice his size. While he managed to injure Bronson Reed's knee, The Colossal refused to lose in his return to action.

He fought through the pain and blasted Swerve with a standing senton followed by The Avalanche to pick up another impressive victory.

          

Result

Reed def. Swerve by pinfall.

           

Grade

C-

            

Analysis

While both Reed and Swerve are immensely talented, this never truly worked. The dynamic was awkward as Reed sold too much for Swerve despite their massive size difference. Scott needed to do more to sell that he could truly injure and potentially defeat The Colossal.

The short run-time for the match coupled with a lack of drama and psychology felt off for NXT's typical quality. This may have been a last-minute addition to the show because there is no doubt these two can work a fantastic match with time to prepare.

The Grizzled Young Veterans vs. Breezango

3 OF 8

It was announced early in this match that the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic would return next week, and commentary reminded fans that The Grizzled Young Veterans almost won the tournament last year.

Fandango kept the pressure off Tyler Breeze after Zack Gibson and James Drake isolated Prince Pretty early, but the electric dancer injured his knee on an impressive dive into The Grizzled Young Veterans. Gibson saw a target and went after that knee of Fandango.

Breeze saved his partner, trying to fight back two-on-one. Prince Pretty caught Drake with an enzuigiri, but Gibson knocked Fandango off the apron to leave Breeze alone. The two heels hit the Ticket to Mayhem to win. Afterward, Ever-Rise taunted Grizzle Young Veterans but ultimately backed off.

After winning NXT Tag Team of the Year, Undisputed Era announced Adam Cole and Roderick Strong would represent the group in the Dusty Classic.

          

Result

Grizzled Young Veterans def. Breezango by pinfall.

           

Grade

B+

            

Analysis

This was a fun tag team between two of the best in NXT today. Breezango played the underdog faces well throughout, even if the booking never allowed them to work together for long. This was a classic heel domination over a team that refused to quit.

The Dusty Rhodes Classic is always a fun tournament, one of the highlights of NXT. Grizzled Young Veterans have been set up as the favorites, even with Undisputed Era involved. That said, favorites in the Dusty Classic rarely win.

Mercedes Martinez vs. Valentina Feroz

4 OF 8

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Xia Li and Boa completed their torturous training, and the mystery woman led them into the light. NXT promised the group would arrived in NXT at New Year's Evil.

Mercedes Martinez barely gave Valentina Feroz room to breathe in this physical squash. The veteran dominated her opponent and hit the Air Raid Crash for the three. Afterward, she called out every woman in NXT.

          

Result

Martinez def. Valentina by pinfall.

           

Grade

C+

            

Analysis

This was a straightforward re-introduction for Martinez. She has been gone long enough that a squash match had some merit. She was able to show her physical and technical style in dissecting her opponent.

That said, the squashes should not last long. She took out Io Shirai last week, and that should be the next goal for the dangerous wrestler. She is a veteran who deserves opportunities to treated like the best in the business finally.

Roderick Strong vs. Pete Dunne

5 OF 8

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Pete Dunne's joint manipulation of Roderick Strong was too much for The Messiah of the Backbreaker early, but few have the resilience and endurance of the Undisputed Era stalwart. Strong fought back until The Bruiserweight blasted him into the steel barricade.

The two men went back and forth as The Messiah of the Backbreaker pulled out his signature move in a few key situations while Dunne gladly punished Strong for the smallest mistakes. The Bruiserweight broke the fingers of Strong with a vicious catch, followed by an emphatic Bitter End for the win.

          

Result

Dunne def. Strong by pinfall.

           

Grade

A-

            

Analysis

This technical showcase was everything one would expect of two of the best wrestlers in NXT. Strong got a chance to show that he is still a fantastic singles wrestler, even if he has transitioned to tag team wrestling primarily.

In the end, this was about building up Dunne. The Bruiserweight is clearly on the precipice of title contention, and a match with Finn Balor would remind the world how great he is. This was a great start as Dunne pulled out the classics in this battle of smart technicians.

Finn Balor and Kyle O'Reilly Set the Stage/Damian Priest Attacks Karrion Kross

6 OF 8

After winning NXT Match of the Year for his battle with Kyle O'Reilly, he took his rival's trophy and headed to the ring. Pete Dunne caught him on the ramp, promising he was coming after the NXT Championship next.

The Prince invited O'Reilly to the ring to take his NXT Year-End trophy. While the Undisputed Era rival was glad to accept it, he wanted something greater. Both men promised to hurt the other until one remained standing with the NXT Championship.

Scarlett and Karrion Kross interrupted to tell the winner that he would see Doomsday soon. Damian Priest started his fight Kross early as the men brawled over the entire arena. The two crashed through a table as Scarlett laughed at the carnage.

           

Grade

B

            

Analysis

O'Reilly and Balor have insane chemistry when wrestling, but they are both limited on the mic. The segment was supposed be a fiery clash of top stars. Instead, the two came off as midcard competitors next to the brutal fight around the ring.

Kross and Priest did not need words to sell their rivalry. It was impressive how easily the two took over the moment to the point that it was easy to forget the NXT champion was just in the ring. NXT New Year's Evil may be main evented by Balor and O'Reilly, but Kross and Priest have more presence behind them.

Lucha House Party vs. Legado Del Fantasma

7 OF 8

Rhea Ripley talked about her friendship with Raquel Gonzalez. She had opened up her heart to someone she considered a close friend, and her friend had turned on her. Gonzalez mocked The Nightmare, saying she had planned this all from the start to take advantage of Ripley.

Santos Escobar mocked the cruiserweight division and the "sham" of the NXT Year-End Awards. He made clear he was not looking for praise or popularity, just domination. Lucha House Party arrived in a surprise appearance from Monday Night Raw and challenged Legado del Fantasma.

William Regal made the match official, and Lince Dorado and Gran Metalik immediately went after Raul Mendoza and Joaquin Wilde. The luchadors ran over the heels, pushing the pace even before the bell.

Legado del Fantasma struggled to keep up. Dorado hit Mendoza with a reverse hurricanrana into a springboard elbow for the win.

It was announced by Dexter Lumis that Escobar would fight Metalik next week at New Year's Evil.

          

Result

Lucha House Party def. Legado del Fantasma by pinfall.

           

Grade

B+

            

Analysis

This was the best Metalik and Dorado have looked in months. From the opening bell, they looked spry and energized. While Lucha House Party remain members of the red brand, this proved the luchadors should move to NXT full time until Raw decides to actually use them.

Metalik is an ideal opponent for Escobar. An experienced performance with a wealth of in-ring talent, the luchador can bring out a new side of the NXT cruiserweight champion. Until Curt Stallion is ready to return, this is a perfect idea by WWE, using underutilized talent.

NXT North American Champion Johnny Gargano vs. Leon Ruff

8 OF 8

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Johnny Gargano found a black cat backstage and freaked out, sure someone was mocking him. After Austin Theory won Future Star of the Year, The Rebel Heart accidentally broke a mirror with Theory's protein powder then ran under a ladder.

Even with The Way on the outside, Ruff dominated early while Gargano was clearly off his game. However, the NXT North American champion managed to trip his challenger off the apron then throw him into the barricade repeatedly to turn the tide.

Early confusion turned to overconfidence as Gargano beat down and mocked Ruff. The underdog battled through with an enzuigiri into a hanging neckbreaker and German suplex before a cannonball. This was only enough for a nearfall though.

The NXT North American champion refused to get caught by anything more, battling through and connected on a powerbomb. He locked in the Gargano Escape, but Ruff made it to the ropes.

The challenger planted the champion with a flatliner outside then a huge frog splash for a close nearfall that worried The Way. However, he ducked Ruff in the corner, bashing him face-first into the top turnbuckle then hit the One Final Beat for three.

          

Result

Gargano def. Ruff by pinfall to retain the NXT North American Championship.

           

Grade

A-

            

Analysis

While the build was mostly comedic, the in-ring action was worth of an NXT main event. Both men brought their all. Even with a few sloppy counters, Ruff had his best singles performance to date on the black-and-gold brand thanks to the giving work of Gargano throughout.

In the end, it was the right time to end the Curse. The joke was fun for a moment, but The Rebel Heart deserves a big title reign. He proved he can make a star of anyone, and he has plenty more challengers on the horizon.

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AEW Dynamite Results: Winners, Reaction, Highlights from Brodie Lee Tribute Show

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This week's episode of AEW Dynamite was originally going to be part of AEW's two-week celebration of the new year, but after Brodie Lee died Saturday, it was turned into a tribute show.

Lee, real name Jon Huber, was the leader of The Dark Order, and one way the company honored him was by having every match on the card include at least one member of the group.

Cody Rahodes and Orange Cassidy teamed up with 10 to take on Ricky Starks, Brian Cage and Will Hobbs, while Chris Jericho provided commentary throughout the night.

We also saw Anna Jay and Tay Conti face Dr. Britt Baker and Penelope Ford, and much more. Since this week's episode is a tribute show to Lee, we have chosen not to grade the matches and instead will focus on recapping the action and how AEW paid tribute to him.

Let's take a look at everything from Wednesday's show.

It's Wednesday; You Know What That Means

1 OF 7

Dynamite opened with the entire roster on the stage. Jim Ross said Lee's signature catchphrase before they stood silent for a 10-bell salute. Lee's family was on the stage with the wrestlers, and his eldest son Brodie Jr. could be seen wearing a Dark Order mask.

We then cut to a video of Jon Moxley talking about how hard it was to come up with the right words to pay tribute to his friend. He talked about knowing Lee for over a decade and how they fought in bingo halls and stadiums together.

Mox spoke about how Lee always told him how much he loved being a father and closed by saying he loved Lee like a brother and will never forget him.

The first match kicked off shortly after with Matt Hardy and Private Party taking on Colt Cabana and The Young Bucks.

The Young Bucks and Colt Cabana vs. Matt Hardy and Private Party

2 OF 7

Cabana and Isiah Kassidy started for their teams. The Bucks and Cabana kept the upper hand for a long time and sent Hardy out of the ring with a triple dropkick.

The rest of the match unfolded like a typical six-man contest. Each team had multiple sequences and double-team moves as they traded control back and forth.

The Bucks and Cabana dominated more than Private Party and Hardy, but not by a huge margin. All six men had their time to shine, and we saw just about every combination of opponents this matchup could produce.

It was smart to start the show with this bout. It was fun, fast-paced and helped bring the mood up in the building after the emotional opening.

This night was a celebration of Lee's life and the business he loved. He would have wanted people to have fun and enjoy the show. This match helped put people in that mindset.

Cabana scored the win after The Bucks hit the Meltzer Driver, and he followed up with a Superman dive into a pin. Brodie Jr., whom the announcers called -1, was shown in the crowd cheering after the match.

The Acclaimed came out and was about to complain about The Dark Order dominating the show, but SCU showed up and threw them into the ring so Cabana and The Bucks could take the team down.

Lance Archer, Stu Grayson and Evil Uno vs. Eddie Kingston, Butcher and Blade

3 OF 7

Darby Allin spoke after the break about how he met Brodie when he debuted in AEW and immediately wanted to wrestle him. He said Lee had no ego and wanted to elevate everybody. Allin said he would pick Lee's brain because he was always willing to share.

Lance Archer came out in jeans and a tank top looking like Lee's WWE persona, Luke Harper. Eddie Kingston grabbed a mic and said he loved and missed Brodie before going into heel mode and saying The Dark Order is nothing without him.

Evil Uno attacked Kingston before the bell to kick off a big brawl. The Muderhawk Monster helped Uno and Stu Grayson take out all three men on the opposing team.

Grayson filled the role of the guy who takes all of the damage from the other team before he was able to hit one of Lee's signature moves as the show went to a break. We returned to see Kingston and Uno slapping the life out of each other.

Archer came in and ran over everybody before he walked across the top rope and hit an impressive moonsault to The Blade. Uno and Grayson hit their double-team finisher on The Blade to score the win.

Once again, the wrestlers of AEW put on a wild match that entertained from start to finish. The attire Archer wore was a nice touch, but the performance of all six men is what stood out the most.

After the bout, AEW played another tribute video with several people sharing their thoughts on Lee. Cash Wheeler, Arn Anderson, Cabana and Bryce Remsburg spoke about how he was a great family man.

Hangman Page, Alex Reynolds and John Silver vs. MJF, Santana and Ortiz

4 OF 7

John Silver wore his own version of Lee's attire for his match alongside Alex Reynolds and Adam Page against MJF, Santana and Ortiz. MJF had the Puerto Rican flag on his trunks.

Silver and Reynolds threw some paper at their opponents as a reference to what Lee would do to them on Being The Elite. MJF rolled out of the ring and yelled at Brodie Jr. The young -1 stood resilient.

Just like the previous bouts, this one followed a familiar formula. Everybody had a chance to be in control, but for some reason, this one seemed a bit more cohesive. The pace was steady, and the teamwork on both sides was crisp.

Johnny Hungie got that hot tag when we returned from a break and went on a rampage. He single-handedly took out everyone on the opposing team.

Silver hit some great spots before MJF hit him with the Heatseeker. Santana and Ortiz tried to pin him, but Reynolds made the save. Wardlow took Reynolds down, and Erick RedBeard, the former Erick Rowan, showed up to take him out of the equation.

MJF ripped the mask off Brodie Jr. and the little man hit him with a kendo stick. The match ended with Silver, Reynolds and Page getting the win. RedBeard joined them in the ring with a sign for Lee and tears in his eyes.

This was somehow the most fun and the most emotional match up to this point. Everything with Lee's son was done so well, and he performed in a way that would have made his dad proud. AEW just gave Brodie Jr. the memory of a lifetime. Everything about this was exactly what it needed to be.

Kingston shared his thoughts about Lee and how much he will miss him. He could barely keep himself from crying as he spoke directly to Lee's family through the camera.

Anna Jay and Tay Conti vs. Britt Baker and Penelope Ford

5 OF 7

Anna Jay and Britt Baker started the match with some chain wrestling. They each managed to get in some offense before Conti tagged in.

This match took a slower approach than the six-man bouts we saw earlier because there weren't as many moving parts. There was more time for each performer, so they paced themselves.

Tay and Jay have teamed together before, but it was a little surprising to see Ford and Baker work so well as a unit. They had the heel tactics down like they have been working together this whole time.

Jay, aka 99, got the hot tag when we returned from a commercial. She hit a series of moves before Ford stopped her momentum. Conti dealt with Ford, leaving Jay and Baker together in the ring.

Lee's protege signaled to the sky and gave The Dark Order gesture with tears in her eyes. She caught Ford in a moonsault and locked in a sleeper hold for the victory while Conti kept Baker at bay.

Jay and Conti celebrated with glassy eyes as the crowd cheered. Tony Schiavone interviewed Baker after the match. She said the whole match was rigged and it was a conspiracy. She said it was a big rig, which was a reference to Lee's name on the indie scene.

Thunder Rosa attacked her before a group of officials broke them up.

Team Taz vs. 10, Cody Rhodes and Orange Cassidy

6 OF 7

Chris Jericho shared a story about Brodie Lee from when they were in Saudi Arabia together. He said Brodie spent the last six months of his career proving he was a main event star. He said even his unfriendly dog loved Brodie.

The main event saw Preston "10" Vance team with Cody Rhodes and Orange Cassidy to take on Ricky Starks, Brian Cage and Powerhouse Hobbs. Cassidy went out and gave Brodie Jr. a hang bump before the match.

Cody started off against Starks. They traded chops in the corner before The American Nightmare went down from a dropkick. 10 reluctantly took the tag and entered the match. When Hobbs tagged in, he only wanted to fight Cassidy.

After everyone on Team Taz spent some time beating on Cassidy, Cody came in and turned the tables against Starks. We got to the spot when everyone came in and took out somebody else, and it ended with 10 hitting Cage with a short-arm clothesline before Starks hit a tornado DDT for a two-count.

Cassidy, Cody and 10 took turns hitting their finishers on Starks to get the win. 10 hugged his partners for the night and threw up The Dark Order symbol before Team Taz came back for revenge. They decimated everyone before the lights dropped out and Darby Allin's music hit. The TNT champion was soon joined by Sting.

The painted duo made their way to the ring from the stands and stood with 10, Cody and Cassidy to end the segment.

One Final Goodbye

7 OF 7

Cody was in the ring after the final break and talked about how hard it was to write the memo letting everyone know Brodie had died. He spoke about how much every single person loved Lee in AEW, and he almost cried as he introduced Brodie Jr. with his very own entrance.

He came out with his mother Amanda, and they set Brodie's boots down in the ring. Tony Khan appeared and presented -1 with the TNT Championship and named him the TNT champion for life.

Khan presented a video package to give one final tribute to Lee. We saw pictures and clips from his time on the indie scene before he had a huge beard and some family photos.

This whole show was a beautiful tribute from top to bottom. One of the great things about pro wrestling is that it is entertainment, not a sport. It can do stuff like this because it is what the fans want to see.

The Exalted One will be deeply missed, but he will not be forgotten. Rest in peace, Big Rig. This night was for you.

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