01-18-2020, 11:58 AM
OOC: Sorry, need to post it this way as I've not yet set up the FTP on my new computer.
The opening bars of “The Old Me” by Memphis May Fire play as the Breakdown logo flies across the screen.
I'm thinking about the old me
'Cause I've been feeling empty
I never used to be so dead inside
Shots of Syren celebrating with the World Championship start before we see a shot of the Beauty Factory standing tall in the ring. Following this is Aaron Blackbourne hitting the Unchained Creativity on an opponent. Katie Steward hitting the Off with her Head on Giovanni Aries at Retribution 2018 follows.
I think I lost my memory
I can't remember carefree
And all my days turn into fight or flight
Owen Cruze hitting the Cruze Stomp on an opponent follows before we see Selena Frost hitting the Glass Shard on Bree Lancaster. Bree Lancaster hitting the Classifier on Aaron Blackbourne follows before we see Scarlet Grey walking to the ring.
I wanna get back, tell me how to get back
I wanna get back, tell me how to get back
Kennedy Street hitting Dante McCaffery with the Touch of Class follows before we see James Evans and Angelica Jones holding the SCW World Tag Team Championship. Marie Jones standing on the ropes follows before we see Kandis swiveling her hips as part of her entrance. Derek Adonis holding up a copy of the KABLAMA Sutra follows.
Say it again, say it again, tell me what I wanna hear
Tell me that I'm gonna be fine and there's nothing left to fear
'Cause I've been losing sleep (losing sleep)
Trying to get back to who I used to be
Where is the old me?
Chris Cannon spearing Kennedy Street and Owen Cruze follows before we see a shot of Cassidy Carter dancing on her way to the ring, and then a shot of Regan Street and Datura swinging chairs at one another. The Breakdown logo comes up on the screen and remains on it for a few moments.
We then cut to a live shot of the inside of the Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. The cameras pan across the crowd for a few moments.
Sharper: “After a wild night last week to start the year, Breakdown rolls into Cleveland with a night of amazing wrestling action!”
Breakdown cuts to ringside to see Adam Sharper and Jonathan Knots standing in front of the SCW announce table, microphones in their hands.
Sharper: “Hello again everyone. Adam Sharper here with Jonathan Knots. A lot of wrestling action to get to tonight, but we should speak about a few things. A lot signed last week for Day of Infamy, but then a bombshell when Sienna Swann announced she had a Trios Tournament contract.”
Knots: “Apparently and Regan Street on social media has confirmed it was hers. A lot of questions. She’s in action tonight, but Sienna Swann has been gloating about this for a while.”
Sharper: “And before we get to tonight’s card, we need to announce some big changes. Last week on this program, while Infamous and Starr & Majors were having their match, the Truelove Twins and Las Bandidas got involved. Thanks to Alexander Crowe, looking to help Infamous, pushing Paris Truelove and Valeria Garcia off the stage to the floor. As a result, Paris Truelove injured her ankle. We’ve been told she will be out of action for the time being and Sasha, thinking quickly, has announced that Las Bandidas will challenge Infamous for the World Tag Team Championship at Day of Infamy. But tonight, Giovanni Aries demanded to send his heavies against Las Bandidas!”
Knots: “Tough break for the Trueloves, just about to look like they could have their moment. Crowe has to love this. One team out and Infamous could have a stronger stranglehold on this division!”
Sharper: “But that’s not the only change. Bree Lancaster attacked Rachel Tatum Lee during her match with Aaron Blackbourne. She was pushed off the top rope and landed awkwardly on the ropes. The result is that we’re told Rachel Tatum Lee suffered a stinger. We’re unsure about her status, but SCW is not taking any chances. She will no longer be facing Bree Lancaster and instead, later tonight, we expect to hear of a new challenger for the US Championship.”
Knots: “Rachel wanted this for months. Thanks to Bree, now may have to wait for an indefinite period. This isn’t ballet as they say and two big injuries with huge ramifications for Day of Infamy.”
Sharper: “But let’s get to tonight. A huge main event. Two of the teams in the Trios Tournament Buy-in. Their leaders, Syren and Ace Marshall, they’ll clash in that ring.”
Knots: “Not just that, Owen Cruze will step up to challenge Glory Braddock in what should be a classic.”
Sharper: “And finally, we know James Evans, our World Champion, will be in action tonight. He’ll face Kimberly Williams. That’s not all. Bree Lancaster against Peyton Rice. This is a night of some top tier clashes and we’re starting off with the tag division on display!”
Team Desire 2.0 (Gigi & Maddy Steward) vs. Selena Frost & Regan Street
The arena lights dim down and pink light shine on the stage. “Queen:” by Loren Gray plays. Gigi Steward and Maddy Steward walk out from the back, wearing their gear. The two look around as the crowd boos. They then start to walk down to the ring as a unit.
Phillips: “The opening contest is scheduled for onefall and has a fifteen minute time limit. First, on their way to the ring, they Gigi Steward and Maddy Steward, Team Desire 2.0!”
The crowd boos as the Stewards walk down to the ring. Gigi hops onto the apron and climbs up to the middle turnbuckle. Maddy slides in and walks around and goes to the ropes. Maddy and Gigi stand in the ring and pose as the crowd boos.
Sharper: “Gigi Steward and Maddy Steward have shown more aggression as of late. They start us off here in tag action against Regan Street and Selena Frost.”
Knots: “Yeah. Let’s see how that aggression goes with them!”
“HELL HAS FROZEN OVER!”
“BELIEVE IT!”
The fans are roaring in cheers as “Hell Has Frozen Over” by The Megas and Entertainment System plays. From the back walks Regan Street and Selena Frost. Taking the lead, Regan stands on the platform, grinning, as “Snow” falls on the background screens and “fire” dances down the electronic rampway. Lowering herself, as if ready to pounce, Regan holds her claws out as Selena stands behind her, the platinum-blonde's back hand raising up and her front hand reaching out over Regan towards the ring! With a stamp of Selena's foot, ice races along the electronic fire display, causing it to freeze and crack! Both smiling, Regan and Selena spin out of their pose and make their way down the ramp.
Phillips: “Making their way to the ring, the opponents, “The Hellcat” Regan Street and “The Snow Queen” Selena Frost: They are... FROZEN HELL!”
Selena and Regan slide under the ropes to enter the ring. Getting to her feet, Selena lifts her hand up to give a twirl as the lights form to make a massive snowflake under her. Stopping her spin and lowering her hand back down, towards the audience, once again palm upright, a smirk graces her lips, her other arm lifting to the sky once more as Regan, matching her partner's smirk, lowers down to a pouncing stance. With a slam of her foot, Selena causes the snowflake at her feet to “crack” as the rampway did, the shards of ice streaking out to all four corners of the ring to shoot out blue streaks of fire as the lights return to normal. Regan jumps to a turnbuckle and continues to pose while Selena stands near her.
Sharper: “Frozen Hell, very apropos given their long history with one another, but while Regan Street gets ready to face Xander Valentine at Day of Infamy and Selena Frost gets ready to lead her team in the Trios Tournament Buy-in, they also are looking to head for the tag team championship.”
Knots: “Already had a bit of a run in with the Tag Champs at End of the Year Special, in the Open Invitational. But they’ve got a long way to go before they get that shot.”
The bell sounds with Selena Frost starting off her team and Gigi for hers. The crowd buzzes as the two circle around and lock up in the middle of the ring. They push back on one another before Selena turns and wrenches the arm. Gigi winces and reaches out and Selena jerks on the arm. She then flips over and then nips up and turns to hip toss Selena, but Selena spins through and sends Gigi down. The crowd cheers. Gigi gets up and turns and moves to the corner. She looks at Selena as Gigi runs at Selena and Selena lowers her head and back drops her over. The crowd cheers again. Gigi turns and gets up and Selena locks her in a headlock. She pulls back and Gigi gets her to the ropes and then fires her off. Selena bounces off and Gigi goes for a clothesline. Selena ducks and bounces off the other side. Gigi goes for a back elbow, but Selena rolls underneath. Gigi turns and Selena hits a dropkick on her. She goes for the pin.
1!
2!
Gigi kicks out. Gigi turns and crawls to the corner and tags in Maddy. Selena gets up as Maddy slingshots in.
Sharper: “Gigi quickly getting out of dodge. Didn’t get out of blocks!”
Knots: “Selena came here full of piss, vinegar and belief and she’s unloading on the Stewards!”
Sharper: “Given the distractions for Regan, for Selena, a result of Sienna’s announcement, why not focus on the match and working through the tag division.”
Knots: “Not to mention Xander Valentine too for Regan.”
Maddy runs at Selena and Selena ducks a clothesline from Maddy. She then turns and chops her. The crowd woos. She then chops her again. More woos. She grabs Maddy and whips her into the opposite corner. Selena runs after and Maddy gets both boots up. Selena stumbles back and Maddy runs over and leapfrogs over the back of Selena and into a headscissors and flips her through. Selena rolls over and turns. She starts to get up and Maddy hits a front dropkick to the chest, knocking Selena into the neutral corner. Maddy heads over and forearms her again and again before going to whipping Selena across the ring, but Selena spins through and into a knee. She then grabs the arm and spins Maddy around and tags in Regan. Regan enters with a cheer from the crowd. Regan then nails Maddy with a closed fist punch and Maddy falls over to the ropes. Regan follows up with a kick to the ribs. The referee warns her.
Sharper: “Regan in and a bit more hardnosed here.”
Knots: “Well yeah. She just punched Maddy in the face and then softened her ribs.”
Sharper: “And she’s just getting started.”
Regan then nails Maddy with another forearm shot before grabbing her and whipping her across the ring. Regan runs after and nails her with a clothesline. Maddy falls out and Regan goes for the pin.
1!
2!
Maddy kicks out. She looks up and reaches out before Regan drags her up by the hair. She then clubs her in the back and then again before spinning her into the corner. Maddy hits the corner and Regan follows up after her, but Maddy kicks her in the ribs and then again before spinning her around and through the ropes to the floor. Regan rolls over. Maddy turns and walks over to the referee as Gigi then spins around the ringpost and runs along the apron and hits a somersault onto Regan on the floor. The crowd boos.
Sharper: “Gigi off the apron!”
Knots: “Stewards have a lot more time together. Years. And it showed. Regan just had to deal with a flying Gigi!”
Regan rolls over as Gigi gets up and grabs her. The official turns back and starts to count.
1!
2!
3!
Gigi however grabs Regan and rolls her back into the ring. Regan rolls over and Maddy tells the official to move as she jumps to the middle rope and spins through into a leg drop on the back of Regan’s head. Regan rolls over and Maddy goes for the pin.
1!
2!
Regan kicks out. Maddy gets up and tags in Gigi. Gigi climbs up to the top rope. Regan slowly starts to get up and Maddy turns and hits a drop toe hold. Regan hits the mat and Gigi dives off with a swanton onto the lower back of Regan. Regan rolls over in pain as Gigi turns. Selena steps into the ring and the official stops her. Maddy gets up and Gigi turns and stomps Regan a few more times as Maddy exits. Selena steps back out to the apron annoyed. Gigi rolls Regan over and goes for the pin.
1!
2!
Regan gets her shoulder up. Gigi looks up and turns and grabs Regan and locks in a reverse chinlock. The crowd boos as Regan looks out and Gigi forces her down to the mat.
Sharper: “Gigi and Maddy know that Regan and Selena are on the ropes. Selena riled. Regan frustrated!”
Knots: “And now just wearing her down. Wearing her down.”
Regan looks out as Gigi pulls on the neck. She continues to wear her down. Regan kicks at the mat as Selena starts to clap at ringside. Regan reaches out and the official checks on her. She says no as Regan starts to pull herself up to a seated position as Gigi holds on. Regan reaches around, clearly showing her frustration as Regan then turns to a knee. She continues to pulls herself up as Gigi looks around and Regan elbows her in the ribs and then again. She hits it a third time before grabbing Gigi and snapmaring her over by the hair and then hitting a vicious dropkick to the head. Gigi rolls over. Regan crawls over to the ropes. Gigi pulls herself up and turns around and spins toward Regan as Regan runs at her and hits the Love Tap. Regan looks around as the crowd cheers. She then goes for the pin.
1!
2!
Gigi kicks out. Regan rolls off as Gigi stirs. She starts to get up and turns around before stumbling over to Maddy and nailing her with a hard right. The crowd cheers. Gigi rolls over and Regan turns around and goes over to Gigi and walks into a quick enziguri kick and both Gigi and Regan fall to the mat. Selena reaches out as Maddy starts to get up and does the same.
Sharper: “Regan was about to really turn the tide, turn this firmly into her favour, but Gigi managed to get that enziguri.”
Knots: “Enough of it and both down. Selena and Maddy both want in!”
Gigi and Regan start to crawl away from one another, toward their corners. Gigi pushes a bit faster, gaining distance. Maddy keeps stretching before Gigi lunges and dives, tagging her in. Maddy enters, just as Regan dives and tags in Selena. The crowd cheers as Selena enters the ring and runs at Maddy, who runs at her. Maddy ducks under and goes for a springboard crossbody, but Selena hits a dropkick to the ribs. Maddy hits the mat. Selena rolls over as Gigi turns and runs at her and Selena lifts her up and back drops her over. Gigi rolls over and starts to get up and Regan gets up and runs at her and clotheslines Gigi up and over the top rope, going over with her. Selena turns as Maddy gets up, breathing deep and Selena runs past her, jumping to the ropes and hitting the Cold Shoulder. Maddy hits the mat. She starts to get up and Selena looks around as Regan grabs Gigi and throws her into the barricade. Selena jumps to the top rope and dives back, hitting the Defying Gravity on Maddy Steward. The crowd cheers.
Sharper: “Defying Gravity! And Madison Steward is out!”
Selena turns and hooks the leg.
1!
2!
3!
The crowd cheers. Selena rolls off as the crowd cheers.
Phillips: “Here are your winners, via pinfall, Selena Frost and Regan Street!”
The crowd cheers some more as Selena gets up and has her arm raised. Selena Frost looks around as Regan rolls into the ring. She walks around the ring as Maddy slowly rolls out of the ring. Selena Frost and Regan Street have their arms raised as Regan walks around the ring, looking around before we see Jessica Winters walking down the rampway, microphone in her hand.
Sharper: “Regan Street and Selena Frost victorious to start off Breakdown tonight in Cleveland. Two teams fighting for it all, but Street and Frost just too much for the Stewards.”
Knots: “They at least have the TV Title, right?”
Sharper: “Katie Steward to defend that later tonight against Kelsai Adamson-Mason. But right now, Jessica Winters entering the ring. A lot to discuss with the Hellcat especially.”
Jessica Winters walks up the steel steps and into the ring. Selena turns and smiles a bit as Regan paces a bit as Jessica walks over to Selena and Regan.
Jessica: “Selena…and more so, Regan, can I get a word?”
\
Regan turns back and walks over.
Jessica: “Regan?”
Regan: “Yeah, yeah…I’m sure I can guess where this is going.”
Jessica: “Well I know you made a statement on social media, regarding Sienna Swann holding a Trios Tournament contract and it indeed being yours. You confirmed it…”
The crowd boos as Regan looks around. Regan sighs.
Jessica: “You also said you would explain it tonight. There’s a lot on your plate Regan. The match against Xander. Your new team with Selena. But now this…especially given how, in the past, you’ve made the Trios Tournament one of those major moments for you. You wanted to win it for years. You did and then you gave it away?”
Regan looks down as Selena looks at Regan, offering her silent support.
Regan: “Jessica…I know a lot of people aren’t happy that Sienna Swann has a Trios Tournament contract. And they can be angry. I don’t really care. Be angry with me. I’m angry with everyone!”
The crowd gives a bit of a mixed reaction.
Regan: “But while, you’re right, I wanted to win that tournament. I had gotten close, so close too many times. And then last year, finally broke through, with Glory Braddock and Kellen Jeffries to win it. I did mean a lot to me. But 2019 saw a lot of those moments…fighting and beating Datura for one!”
The crowd cheers a bit.
Regan: “And while my desire to win the Trios Tournament was one big constant, there’s always been another one. My family. I will do anything for my family.”
Jessica: “Wait…was Sienna threatening them was-“
Regan: “I will do anything for my family. Period. And if it meant giving up one thing I worked hard on so my family, so Jay, or Jenni or Mikaela or David or Delilah has better opportunities, is safe, is capable of doing what they can do, I will do it. Sienna and the Beauty Factory, they were standing in Jenni’s way to move on, to be better. So I offered the one thing I had. The Trios Tournament. I gave her a safety net. And here we are. But Jenni now can go do her thing. She can focus on HER career.”
Sharper: “Talk about a deal with the devil.”
Regan: “If you have a problem with me looking out for my children, for my family, I will do anything for them. I’ve refused to fight my adopted son. I’ve hurt my career for it. I’ve gone to war for my family. And if you don’t like, I’m sorry. But I don’t regret a damn thing.”
Jessica: “Regan Street transferring her Trios Tournament contract to Sienna Swann to allow her adopted daughter, Jennifer Helms freedom from the Beauty Factory. It’s quite noble.”
Regan nods and leans over.
Regan: “Some may say stupid. I’ll leave the stupidity to Xander Valentine. As for whatever Sienna plans for the World Title, this is where I look at you James…prove you deserve to hold that title. End all of this bull[shit] around it. Whether it’s with you on top, someone else, or Sienna…That’s all I care about there!”
“Who’s Next” starts to play as the crowd cheers largely before some boos trickle in. Regan turns and steps back. Selena heads over to her and Regan starts to head out of the ring when we suddenly see a shot on the big screen come up.
Sharper: “Regan Street showing again she’ll always put family over herself.”
Knots: “Just at what cost here. She can say she’s fine with Sienna as champion, but given that I see her and Syren as one and the same, she’d never say that about Syren!”
Sharper: “Look, Jon…what’s that on the big screen?”
Regan and Selena stop as we see Delilah, who had not been with Selena and Regan at ringside, standing in one of the hallways as Artemis and Xander Valentine stand across from her.
Xander: “You seem a bit shy. Don’t worry…we’re all just ratcheting it up for the camera. I’m sure Regan has been quite clear about the danger I pose. But it’s just part of her front.”
Regan immediately leaves the ring, dropping down to the floor as the crowd roars. Selena does too and the two bolt for the back.
Sharper: “Xander Valentine is speaking to Delilah, Regan’s cousin!”
Knots: “What is he spewing?”
Xander: “Personally…don’t worry. I don’t intend to harm you or anything. Regan and I already have a hatred that does not need to get any more personal.”
Delilah looks around, backing away.
Xander: “But if I were you, I would not be under Regan’s wing. Perhaps her husband, David. I’ve not talked to him in a while. But Selena…she at least can teach you about this business with honour. Regan…I’m not so sure…I know, it’s hard to hear the truth about family, but sometimes you must to grow.”
???: “Delilah! Oh God, get away from him!”
Delilah turns as Mikaela runs over to her and Xander just smiles, calmly, coldly. Artemis eyes Mikaela as Mikaela starts to pull Delilah away.
Xander: “Just having a chat.”
Mikaela: “Get the hell away from her. Security! Security!”
Mikaela starts to yell as Delilah looks more and more afraid as Xander just shakes his head.
Xander: “Completely unnecessary.”
Just then, we see Regan Street and Selena Frost running over toward them and Regan runs over to Mikaela and Delilah.
Xander: “Ah, Regan-“
Regan: “You shut the hell up. Miks, get her out of here. Selena, go with them.”
Selena: “I’m not going anywhere. Mikaela…”
Mikaela and Delilah head off as Selena remains on scene. Regan turns to Xander.
Regan: “If you want to even think about going down this route, I will make sure that you’ll respect me by knowing full well you’re in the hospital from what I do to you at Dayo f Infamy.”
Xander: “I merely wanted to meet the young woman. She was lost. I saw an opportunity to introduce herself. To offer some advice.”
Regan: “Then I’ll give you some advice. Get the hell out of here or we’ll fight right now.”
Xander: “Not something I’m interested in. As I said, I’ll merely wait until Day of Infamy. Then we’ll see if you’re worth my attention!”
Regan: “I’m less certain you’ll have that option.”
Regan steps forward. Just as this happens, security and officials come onto the scene. Xander just smiles.
Xander: “Guess we’ll have to wait…just like last spring.”
Regan just looks at Xander, this time, not struggling with the officials, but watching as Xander and Artemis back up. Officials escort him as Regan keeps her eyes on Valetnine and Artemis and Selena remains with Regan.
COMMERCIALS
Breakdown returns and we see Regan Street and Selena Frost walking into one of the general locker rooms where Delilah and Mikaela are inside.
Regan: “What was that Miks? Why was she just out there?”
Mikaela: “She wanted to grabs something from catering. I figured a short walk would be safe.”
Regan: “Clearly it’s not.”
Delilah: “Just….don’t be angry…”
Delilah silently says. Regan sighs and turns.
Regan: “Sorry…you’re your own person.”
Regan turns to Delilah and Mikaela.
Regan: “Just, you need to realize some people are going to look at you as a target. Xander apparently is going that way.”
Selena: “Just after you spoke about how important family was.”
Regan: “Don’t think I didn’t notice that. Son of a bitch is taunting me. All while playing the bitch too.”
Selena: “Regan-“
Regan: “No. I know…I know. He’s dangerous. I’ve heard it enough. I’ve seen the damage. But I’ve seen you knock him out and I know what I’m capable of. He can suddenly talk about respect and that crap…yeah…I just plan to kick his ass!”
The crowd roars as we cut away.
Whoa is me
I'm so whoa
See me decked out from my head to my toe
Whoa is me
I'm so whoa
Everywhere I go I'm a one man show
“Whoa is Me” by Down With Webster starts to play throughout the arena. The crowd boos as we see Gavin Taylor walk out from the back, proudly wearing the SCW Adrenaline Championship. In his hand is a cup of coffee. He walks down to the ring, looking at the crowd, pointing to a few of them, probably for effect, before heading to the steel steps. He jogs up them and then walks along the apron. He looks out at the crowd before entering into the ring. He looks around and nods before heading to the corner, asking for a microphone.
Sharper: “Gavin Taylor getting closer and closer to Day of Infamy and his rematch against Asher Hayes.”
Knots: “If he can even survive. It’s all gone to his head. Last week, Marie Jones beat him. Asher Hayes had some fun at his expense. Dude…act like the All-Star!”
Phillips hands him the microphone and Gavin Taylor walks over to the middle f the ring with it and looks around. His music fades out and Gavin smirks.
Gavin: “I know! I know. So many of you are probably looking at me going is the All-Star slipping. I mean, despite the fact that I am ensuring I am in every way a campion, wearing this title at all times. In the shower, in the ring, during sex….that’s right ladies…you’ll always know you were with a champion! But now, some of you are coming up to me on the streets, when you should be in awe, you’re pointing at me and saying that not only did Marie Jones beat me but that Asher Hayes is going to kick my ass.”\
Gavin chuckles.
Gavin: “You have it alllllll wrong! I kicked Asher Hayes’s ass! I mean, I’m holding this title! Duh. God. But I’m going to do it again. And for Marie, well, just like with Asher, right now, everyone is talking about both. Who WAS Marie Jones before she beat me last week? That’s right. She was JUST Kimberly Williams sister. And I’m not sure that’s something to really want to be known for! And not just that, but Asher Hayes…a literal unknown when he came onto the scene and his losing the Adrenaline Championship put him on the map!”
The crowd boos.
Sharper: “Uh…he’s held multiple titles and defeated Regan Street to win that title.”
Knots: “I think Gavin struggles with facts.”
Gavin: “Now they should both be thanking me. In fact, SCW as a whole should be. Look at this, Adrenaline Champion right here and not only am I being the champion of champions, making sure everyone gets to enjoy the free publicity with me wearing this baby everywhere, but I’m setting up matches, rematches, rematches of match, rivalries. Money, baby! All money! And trust me, we all know how its going to end. Come on, you think I’m losing this thing. Won’t be to Gavin and it won’t be to Marie when inevitably she’ll get a title shot.”
Gavin winks at the camera.
Gavin: “You’re welcome by the way. Hey, gotta help you land on your feet after being Kim’s sister. Totally something I do. Free of charge. See, I’m a true humanitarian. I know, I know. Some of you may be wondering – I just am that good of a guy. Not only am I making sure people are saved because of me…but I’m just not one to promote it too much. Keeping it on the downlow that I’ll be the reason that the koalas don’t all burn up, especially in my role as Australia’s favourite wrestler. I am keeping things interesting-“
“Rope” by Foo Fighters starts to play as the crowd cheers. Gavin turns and looks at the entrance way. Asher Hayes walks out from the back, a microphone in his hand. He takes a few steps as Gavin holds his hand up. Asher continues to make his way down to the ring.
Gavin: “Hey! This is rude. I’m doing you a favour here and you know….you don’t want to do anything rash. Don’t need to share your gratitude. I’m not really a hugger!”
Asher Hayes continues to head to the ring before quickly sliding in. Gavin then backs up and moves to the ropes. Asher continues to head toward him. Gavin quickly bails and backs away. Asher then brings the microphone to his mouth. His music cuts out.
Asher: “Good. Run like the little bitch you are!”
The crowd cheers. Gavin looks around.
Gavin: “I’m not a bitch! I’m a hero! I’m an All-Star! I’m a Champion!”
Asher: “And you’re running off. So you’re a bitch. And you know what Asher, there’s something in that little speech you just gave that you forgot to mention. You tried to put my on the shelf, going after my back-“
Gavin backs away.
Gavin: “Now, now, I was just wrestling smart. Going for a weakness. Just like you could be going for a weakness if you hate Australians. Do you hate Australians, Asher? Do you hope that their dingoes do eat their increasingly smoky babies? That’s what will happen if I don’t continue to hold this title and that means beating you now-“
Asher: “Would you shut the hell up?!”
The crowd cheers.
Sharper: “We apologize for Gavin’s comments. It’s not a funny situation at all in Australia and we’re just pleased to hear there’s some potential alleviation to the bushfires.”
Knots: “I think he honestly thinks that. Great that he’s donating money. But he’s trying to use that to convince others to phone it in? I don’t know!”
Asher: “Gavin….you can target my back all you want. But I’ll go after your weakness…your mouth and I plan to shut it and make a lot of people happy and in the process , I’m going to take back the Adrenaline Championship. So Gavin…you have a choice. Eleven days to figure out your response. You can man up and face me….or you can run and I will catch you and I’ll enjoy having some fun reminding you I didn’t need any Gavin Taylor to get noticed around here!”
The crowd roars.
Gavin: “But…but…Australia! SCW! Stars all around!”
Asher: “I think SCW will figure it out and Australia…well, Gavin, many pony up some of your own money if you care so much. Just like so many of us are! I just hope that when I take your belt, your pants don’t fall down and we see exactly what an ass you are!”
Asher Hayes backs up as Gavin looks around. The crowd starts to chant for Asher as Asher smirks. He shrugs, playing to the crowd a bit.
Gavin: “No! Gavin! Gavin! Gavin! Come on!”
Asher: “Aint gonna work, bro. Then again, maybe they don’t know your name. Maybe I’m the star here, right?”
Gavin: “You take that back!”
Asher: “Make me!”
Gavin: “Child!”
Gavin looks around before turning and looking at the crowd, goading more chants for Asher from them. He then turns and heads off as “Rope” starts to play again. Asher Hayes smirks a bit as Gavin continues to head to the back.
Sharper: “Gavin Taylor frustrated by Asher Hayes who had enough of his grandstanding.”
Knots: “But what about Australia?!”
Sharper: “A serious situation, but to use it, clearly, to try and defend his need to remain champion, all while taking credit for Marie Jones and Asher Hayes becoming household names…give me a break! Let’s not forget that Gavin Taylor has taken any and all shortcuts to win that title and Asher Hayes is going to be looking to get the title back at Day of Infamy!”
Asher Hayes remains in the ring, watching as Gavin Taylor storms off to the back, the chants continuing over the music as the scene fades out.
“The Old Me” starts to play as the Breakdown logo comes up on the screen. The crowd roars as we see a shot of Jay Gold vs. Autumn Valentine come up on the screen.
Sharper: “Next, we’re going to see what Jay Gold has left. He’s been getting ready for this. He’ll be part of the Trios Tournament buy-in while Autumn Valentine looks to refocus on her singles career. Something has to give. It’s next, here on Breakdown!”
The scene fades to black.
COMMERCIALS
Jay Gold vs. Autumn Valentine
The lights dim slightly and the spotlights point down at the stage as the fans quieten in expectation. A woman whispering can be heard across the PA system.
“Don’t bless me father, for I have sinned...”
“Miss Nothing” by The Pretty Reckless begins playing across the PA system as the fans boo. After a few seconds Autumn Valentine walks out onto the stage with a smile on her face, standing in the middle of the spotlights for a moment before spinning around and holding out her arms downward, revealing the words “DARK FANTASY” on the back of her ring jacket.
Phillips: “The following contest is scheduled for onefall and has a fifteen minute time limit. First, on her way to the ring, accompanied by Ryan Watson, from Los Angeles, California, she is Miss Nothing, Autumn Valentine!”
Sinfully Seductive
Captivatingly Corrupt
Dark Fantasy
Autumn spins back around, seemingly enjoying the negative crowd reaction. She stands for a moment before looking back over her shoulder. The fans booing gets louder as she’s joined on the stage by Ryan Watson. Watson holds her hand as the two of them head to the ring. Once at ringside Autumn jumps up on the ring entrance as Ryan pulls himself up using the bottom rope. He then stands and holds down the middle rope for her to enter. The fans boo louder as Autumn now ascends the ropes in the corner, standing on the middle rope once again soaking in their reaction. She flips back out of the corner, spinning around and landing on her feet. She then removes her jacket, handing it to Ryan who remains on the apron. Ryan jumps down, holding onto her jacket as Autumn walks to the corner, sitting down in the corner and talking with her manager at ringside as he stands outside the ring.
Sharper: “Autumn Valentine moving on from the Tag division. Ryan Watson dealing with some wear and tear and electing to take some time away. But she’s got a hell of a challenge tonight.”
Knots: “Talk about a way to immediately make waves and get some attention. She could get her Golden moment, if ya know what I mean!”
"Until The Day I Die" plays as a golden hue comes over the arena. As soon as the loud crash is heard a few measures in, Jay Gold appears on the stage. The crowd cheers. Jay surveys the crowd with squinted eyes before beginning his walk down the ramp to the ringside area.
Phillips: “Her opponent, from Albany, New York, he is Jay Gold!”
Once there, Jay stands up on the apron, and looks out and smiles. He steps into the ring and once he's in the middle of his ring with his arms held up high, golden pyro explodes out of all four turnbuckles as the crowd continues to cheer Gold. Jay readies himself for the pending battle.
Sharper: “The Hall of Famer, returning to the ring. This is more of a warm-up match because Jay Gold at Day of Infamy aims to earn a shot in the Trios Tournament.”
Knots: “And he wants to make sure he’s good to go. I mean it’s very different than criticizing people from ringside!”
Jay looks at Autumn as a “Jay Gold!” chant starts to break out. The bell sounds. Gold and Valentine circle around before Autumn lunges at Jay. Jay ducks and spins around. Autumn turns and Gold scoops her up and slams her down. The crowd roars. Autumn gets up and Gold scoops her up again and slams her down a second time. Autumn gets up and Gold ducks a clothesline attempt. Autumn turns and Gold jumps up and dropkicks her in the face. Autumn hits the mat and rolls to the floor. She backs up and spins around as Ryan heads over to help her up. Gold looks around as the crowd cheers.
Sharper: “Looks like he’s ready to go!”
Knots: “Autumn wasn’t! She’s already flustered!”
Ryan taunts Gold a bit as Autumn looks around. (1) She turns and rolls back into the ring. She runs at Jay and Jay ducks a clothesline attempt. Both stop and turn and Gold hits a dropkick. He goes for the pin.
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2!
Autumn kicks out. Autumn rolls over and gets up and Jay grabs her and pushes her into the ropes. He fires her off. Autumn bounces off the ropes and Jay jumps up and hits a jumping back elbow. He goes for the pin.
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2!
Autumn kicks out. Autumn moves to the ropes and Jay turns and goes after her, but Autumn hits a mule kick as the official tries to break them away from the ropes. Jay rolls over and falls over, holding himself in pain. Autumn turns and moves to the corner.
Sharper: “Come on! Autumn with the low blow, behind the official’s back!”
Knots: “Jay just was owning her and she was not okay!”
Jay starts to get up, wincing in pain and Autumn runs up behind him and nails him with a running facebuster. Jay rolls over. Autumn gets up and stomps him in the chest over and over as Jay rolls to the ropes. He grabs at them and Autumn jumps to the middle rope and dives back with a back kick. Jay falls to the mat. Autumn then goes for the pin.
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Jay kicks out. Autumn gets up as Jay turns over. He starts to get up and Autumn kicks him in the ribs. Autumn then runs into the ropes, bouncing off and hitting a running knee lift. Jay falls back and into the corner. Autumn then comes over and climbs up to the middle turnbuckle. She starts to hammer away on Jay with a couple of forearm shots, but Jay then lifts her up and runs out and drops her with a flapjack. Autumn rolls over, holding her face. She starts to get up and Jay gets up and runs to the ropes, bounces off and then jumps up and hits a flying headscissors.
Sharper: “Jay Gold countering. Driving Autumn into the mat, not once, but twice!”
Knots: “Back to making her try to figure out where he’s coming from.”
Sharper: “Watching all the tape is one thing, but watching someone who has been out of the ring for a while, and back, just like he never left, is a treat!”
Autumn starts to get up and turns around and Gold kicks her in the ribs, hooks her up for an inverted vertical suplex before letting her drop, onto her legs and hitting a neckbreaker. Watson shakes his head, annoyed as Gold goes for the pin.
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2!
Autumn gets her shoulder up. Gold rolls off and Autumn starts to get up and Gold follows after her and grabs her by the arm, but Autumn rolls through and kicks him in the side. Gold stumbles back. He turns around and Autumn jumps to the middle rope, diving back and hitting a springboard tornado DDT. The crowd ohs and Autumn turns, diving onto Gold, hooking the leg.
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Gold shoots his shoulder up. The crowd cheers.
Sharper: “Gold getting his shoulder up. Autumn planted him with the DDT, but only got two!”
Knots: “Gold will be damned if he’s going to just lose his first match back!”
Autumn looks up and grabs Gold and drags him up. He clubs him in the back and then again. She runs into the ropes. She bounces off and Gold suddenly jumps up and hits a spinning heel kick. Autumn spins off and holds her face. She starts to get up and Gold gets to his feet as the crowd roars. Autumn turns and Gold jumps up and hits a hurricanrana into a pin.
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Autumn kicks out. Autumn steps forward as Gold gets up. Autumn runs at Gold and Gold hits a drop toe hold in the middle of the ring before stepping over and locking in the Golden Recliner! The crowd cheers.
Sharper: “We’re not going to get the Golden Moment, we’ll get the Golden Recliner!”
Knots: “Digging deep and he’s got Autumn in the middle of the ring!”
Sharper: “Nowhere to go and all that pressure, that leverage on the lower back of Autumn Valentine!”
Autumn reaches around, trying to get to the ropes. Watson tries to push them toward her, before Autumn starts to tap on Gold’s arm. The referee calls for the bell. The crowd cheers as Gold lets up and gets up as Autumn rolls over, holding her back in pain. Gold gets up, holding his arms up. “Until the Day I Die” plays.
Phillips: “Here is your winner, via submission, Jay Gold!”
Sharper: “Jay Gold looking damn good in the ring. That’s a former Women’s Champion, Tag Team Champion and Jay Gold able to not only step back into that ring, but win.”
Knots: “Selena Frost and her team have to be loving this. Tommy Valentine and Marie Jones too!”
Sharper: “That team just got a shot in the arm. We didn’t know what shape Gold would be in, but he’s back and looking as good as ever!”
Gold celebrates in the ring as Watson enters to check on Autumn. The crowd continues to cheer for Jay Gold as the scene then cuts away.
“The Old Me” plays throughout the arena as the Breakdown logo comes up on the screen. A shot of James Evans vs. Kimberly Williams follows. The crowd cheers again.
Sharper: “Tonight, the great wrestling action continues. Kimberly Williams will be in action against James Evans, the World Champion. Non-title. A huge opportunity for Williams, but James, with a lot of people wanting their hands on him, will he need to be looking around.”
Knots: “Never mind that both love to have a fight!”
Sharper: “It’s next, here on Breakdown!”
The scene fades to black.
COMMERCIALS
Breakdown returns as Asher Hayes can be seen walking through the backstage area.
???: “Hey!”
A female voice gets his attention. Asher smirks and turns, looking to potentially pick-up, but then stops as Marie Jones walks over to him.
Asher: “Oh…hey Marie.”
Marie: “Have fun out there running down Gavin?”
Asher: “Oh yeah. The little bastards deserves it and come Day of Infamy, going to have plenty of fun. You should too…looks like Gold is ready to go. That little bastard can go too.”
Marie: “Any other little bastards I should know about?”
Asher: “No, just…what did you want?”
Marie: “Just figured I’d let you know that win or lose, I’m going after that Adrenaline Title. I pinned him in the middle of the ring. So if you want another rematch, you’ll have get through me.”
Asher: “Duly noted.”
Marie nods.
Marie: “Figured I’d just make that clear because if he keeps running his mouth about me, I’ll be getting involved more often.”
Marie then heads off as Asher nods and walks in the opposite direction.
James Evans vs. Kimberly Williams
The opening chords of “Look What You Made Me Do” begin to play. Kimberly Williams steps out onto the stage to a loud, mostly positive, reaction from the fans. A sinister smirk is on her face as she ponders what she is about to do tonight. She winks at the fans before pointing towards the ring and making a beeline towards it. She slides into the ring underneath the bottom rope. Kimberly then poses in the center of the ring to another loud reaction from the fans. The music slowly dies down and Kimberly goes to a corner to await the start of the match.
Phillips: “Our next contest is scheduled for one fall! Introducing first, from Boston, Mass…she is KIMBERLY! WILLIAMS!”
The opening of “Door to Door Cannibals" can be heard blaring through the PA system. The camera will pan through the curtain as the face of James Evans appears, igniting a positive reaction from the crowd, as they shower him in cheers. The camera remains on James as he breaks through the curtain. The cheers intensify as James looks out at the crowd, holding the SCW World Championship over his shoulder.
"Your name isn't proud demented man
Hold tight to the lie you sold to them
Take God and the case below
It falls on the day with much to learn
But you didn't get it
No you didn't get it
But you didn't get it
No you didn't"
James slowly makes his way to the ring, as images of him winning various championships and hitting various moves appear on the screen. James reaches the ring and makes his way up the ring steps, before turning and facing the crowd.
"They're like cannibals full of grass stealing lives
And I swear I won't be found
See a door like advice, like a light
I'm getting out alive
I'm getting out alive"
James then steps into the ring and walks to the center of it, removing his black hoodie, maintaining his focus. James then goes to the corner and stands on the top rope, lifting the SCW World Championship high above his head, as his music comes to an end. James climbs down off the top rope, clutching the Championship. He takes a look at it, before handing it to the referee, before looking at Kimberly.
Phillips: “And her opponent, he is the SCW World Champion, from New York City, New York, he is…JAMES! EVANS!”
The ref calls for the bell. James leans into the ropes as Kimberly slowly steps out of the corner.
Sharper: “This match could be a make it or break it situation for Kimberly Williams, as she goes one on one with the SCW World Champion, James Evans.”
Both competitors begin to circle around one another, before lunging forward and engaging in a tie-up. James quickly overpowers Kimberly, taking her down to the mat. He grabs hold of her arm, locking in an arm wench. Kimberly gets to one knee, but James applies a bit more pressure, keeping on the mat.
Knots: “Kimberly spoke of redemption leading up to this match. Do you think she can make good on her words?”
Sharper: “There is always that chance. But, it won’t be easy.”
Kimberly manages to flip forward, landing on her feet, as James’ grip loosens. She turns and connects with a forearm to the side of the head. Kimberly hits another forearm, backing James into the ropes. She goes to whip him across, but James reverses, before pulling her into a short arm lariat.
Knots: “There was nothing easy about that.”
Sharper: “James Evans with a hard lariat, knocking Kimberly off her feet.”
James reaches down, grabbing Kimberly off the mat. He hits a knife edge chop, staggering Kimberly, before whipping her into the corner. James follows up with a running clothesline. Kimberly buckles in the corner. James begins to drive his shoulder into her ribs, connecting once, twice, three times before stepping back. Kimberly stumbles out of the corner, and James hooks her before sending her to the mat with an overhead belly to belly suplex. James hooks the leg.
Sharper: “The World Champion going for the first pin attempt of the match.”
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Kimberly kicks out.
Knots: “Only getting two. Kimberly still in this thing.”
James gets to his feet, and lifts Kimberly off the mat, only for her to fire away with a European uppercut. James staggers a bit himself. Kimberly runs and bounces off the ropes, before connecting with a flying lariat. James is taken off his feet.
Sharper: “Kimberly managing to take the Champion down, as she starts to build a little bit of momentum.”
Kimberly grabs James’ arm, and drops down, locking in an armbar. James swings his legs around, planting his feet on the mat. Kimberly breaks the armbar, and kicks James in the head, before reaching up and pulling him down into a triangle choke.
Knots: “You have to wonder if Kimberly is making her mama proud.”
James brings his hands together, as Kimberly pulls back as she applies more pressure. James begins to slowly lift Kimberly off the mat, before connecting with a powerbomb, breaking the hold. James gets to his feet, before grabbing Kimberly’s legs, stepping through before turning her over.
Sharper: “James with a Sharpshooter.”
Knots: “Oh a move named after you. I’m sure you’re happy.”
The ref checks on Kimberly, who shakes her head no. James cranks back on the hold, but Kimberly continues to refuse.
Sharper: “Kimberly Williams showing no signs of quit.”
Kimberly begins an attempt to pull herself toward the ropes, only for James to break the hold, before transitioning into a crossface. The ref checks on Kimberly, as James pulls back. Kimberly shakes her head no. Kimberly begins to try and push their bodies over, as James continues to pull back.
Knots: “Kimberly may be in trouble here. She may have to quit.”
Kimberly pushes once again, this time managing to reverse the hold, placing James’ shoulders on the mat. The ref begins the count.
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James kicks out, breaking the hold. Both roll over, before scrambling to their feet. James charges and Kimberly manages to hit a running knee. She takes a step back before charging and leaping up, taking James down with a tornado DDT. She goes for another cover.
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James kicks out. Kimberly gets to her feet, just as James rolls over and pushes himself to one knee. Kimberly bounces off the ropes, before taking him back down with a scissors kick. Kimberly goes for the pin attempt once again.
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James kicks out once again.
Sharper: “Kimberly taking the fight to the Champion.”
Kimberly gets to her feet as James is shown pushing himself up once again. Kimberly charges and connects with a kick to the jaw, dropping James back down to the mat.
Knots: “Morrigan's Wrath!”
Sharper: “And she got all of that one! Can she put James down and pin the Champion?”
Kimberly drops down and hooks the leg.
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James shoots the shoulder up!
Crowd: “THIS IS AWESOME! THIS IS AWESOME!”
Sharper: “The crowd is certainly giving their approval.”
Kimberly glares at James, before getting to her feet. She stomps on James a few times, before going to lift him up. James fires back with a European uppercut, staggering Kimberly. He grabs her and lifts her onto his shoulders. He goes to spin her off, but Kimberly manages to plant him with a tornado DDT.
Sharper: “Looks like James was going for the Final Exam, but Kimberly managed to reverse it.”
Knots: “And now she’s going up top.”
Kimberly is shown standing on the top. She looks out to the crowd, before leaping backwards.
Sharper: “Chaos Theory! Will she hit it?!?! NOOO!!!”
James gets the knees up as Kimberly connects. Kimberly bounces off and writhes on the mat. James gets to his feet. Kimberly rolls over, slowly pushing herself up, one arm wrapped around her ribs. James hooks her before lifting her up and planting Kimberly with a release German suplex. Kimberly hits the mat and bounces up in a seated position on her knees. James charges and connects with a running knee, leveling Kimberly.
Knots: “James with the running knee!”
James begins to stalk Kimberly, as she is shown using the ropes to pull herself up. She leans into the ropes before turning, as James grabs her and lifts her onto his shoulders. He throw her off, connecting with the Final Exam, driving his knees into her face.
Sharper: “James with the Final Exam!”
Kimberly bounces back, staggering back into the ropes as James gets to his feet. Kimberly falls forward as James lifts her onto his shoulders. James then plants Kimberly with the Middle Finger to the Establishment as the crowd explodes. James goes for the cover.
Crowd/Ref: “1…2…3!!!”
Sharper: “James following the Final Exam up with the Middle Finger to the Establishment. And he picks up the win.”
“Door to Door Cannibals” blares through the sound system as James kneels beside Kimberly. He looks down at her before the ref arrives with the SCW World Championship. He takes it from the ref and looks at the title then back at Kimberly. He pats her on the shoulder before climbing to his feet. He lifts the belt up as the crowd explodes once again in cheers.
Knots: “Kimberly fought valiantly for sure. No one can deny that, but in the end, she became a causality of war.”
James then exits the ring and heads to the back, the World Championship resting over his shoulder.
Backstage, Adam Allocco can be seen talking to Kandis and Tommy Valentine.
Adam: “Come on! I’d be perfect. Who else is going to promote the virtues of that thing?”\
Kandis turns to Tommy. Tommy just waves at him.
Adam: “Then have two of us. We can be like your own hype squad!”
Tommy: “Not interested, Adam. Find someone else who can piss off your son.”
Adam: “But-“
Kandis: “Yeah, we know you like em. Alistaire doesn’t. Whatever. Move on.”
Kandis and Tommy head off as Adam sighs.
Sharper: “We’re well in January and this impasse between Alistaire and his father still a factor!”
Knots: “Going to the former tag champs!”
The scene fades to black.
COMMERCIALS
The opening bars of “The Old Me” by Memphis May Fire play as the Breakdown logo flies across the screen.
I'm thinking about the old me
'Cause I've been feeling empty
I never used to be so dead inside
Shots of Syren celebrating with the World Championship start before we see a shot of the Beauty Factory standing tall in the ring. Following this is Aaron Blackbourne hitting the Unchained Creativity on an opponent. Katie Steward hitting the Off with her Head on Giovanni Aries at Retribution 2018 follows.
I think I lost my memory
I can't remember carefree
And all my days turn into fight or flight
Owen Cruze hitting the Cruze Stomp on an opponent follows before we see Selena Frost hitting the Glass Shard on Bree Lancaster. Bree Lancaster hitting the Classifier on Aaron Blackbourne follows before we see Scarlet Grey walking to the ring.
I wanna get back, tell me how to get back
I wanna get back, tell me how to get back
Kennedy Street hitting Dante McCaffery with the Touch of Class follows before we see James Evans and Angelica Jones holding the SCW World Tag Team Championship. Marie Jones standing on the ropes follows before we see Kandis swiveling her hips as part of her entrance. Derek Adonis holding up a copy of the KABLAMA Sutra follows.
Say it again, say it again, tell me what I wanna hear
Tell me that I'm gonna be fine and there's nothing left to fear
'Cause I've been losing sleep (losing sleep)
Trying to get back to who I used to be
Where is the old me?
Chris Cannon spearing Kennedy Street and Owen Cruze follows before we see a shot of Cassidy Carter dancing on her way to the ring, and then a shot of Regan Street and Datura swinging chairs at one another. The Breakdown logo comes up on the screen and remains on it for a few moments.
We then cut to a live shot of the inside of the Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. The cameras pan across the crowd for a few moments.
Sharper: “After a wild night last week to start the year, Breakdown rolls into Cleveland with a night of amazing wrestling action!”
Breakdown cuts to ringside to see Adam Sharper and Jonathan Knots standing in front of the SCW announce table, microphones in their hands.
Sharper: “Hello again everyone. Adam Sharper here with Jonathan Knots. A lot of wrestling action to get to tonight, but we should speak about a few things. A lot signed last week for Day of Infamy, but then a bombshell when Sienna Swann announced she had a Trios Tournament contract.”
Knots: “Apparently and Regan Street on social media has confirmed it was hers. A lot of questions. She’s in action tonight, but Sienna Swann has been gloating about this for a while.”
Sharper: “And before we get to tonight’s card, we need to announce some big changes. Last week on this program, while Infamous and Starr & Majors were having their match, the Truelove Twins and Las Bandidas got involved. Thanks to Alexander Crowe, looking to help Infamous, pushing Paris Truelove and Valeria Garcia off the stage to the floor. As a result, Paris Truelove injured her ankle. We’ve been told she will be out of action for the time being and Sasha, thinking quickly, has announced that Las Bandidas will challenge Infamous for the World Tag Team Championship at Day of Infamy. But tonight, Giovanni Aries demanded to send his heavies against Las Bandidas!”
Knots: “Tough break for the Trueloves, just about to look like they could have their moment. Crowe has to love this. One team out and Infamous could have a stronger stranglehold on this division!”
Sharper: “But that’s not the only change. Bree Lancaster attacked Rachel Tatum Lee during her match with Aaron Blackbourne. She was pushed off the top rope and landed awkwardly on the ropes. The result is that we’re told Rachel Tatum Lee suffered a stinger. We’re unsure about her status, but SCW is not taking any chances. She will no longer be facing Bree Lancaster and instead, later tonight, we expect to hear of a new challenger for the US Championship.”
Knots: “Rachel wanted this for months. Thanks to Bree, now may have to wait for an indefinite period. This isn’t ballet as they say and two big injuries with huge ramifications for Day of Infamy.”
Sharper: “But let’s get to tonight. A huge main event. Two of the teams in the Trios Tournament Buy-in. Their leaders, Syren and Ace Marshall, they’ll clash in that ring.”
Knots: “Not just that, Owen Cruze will step up to challenge Glory Braddock in what should be a classic.”
Sharper: “And finally, we know James Evans, our World Champion, will be in action tonight. He’ll face Kimberly Williams. That’s not all. Bree Lancaster against Peyton Rice. This is a night of some top tier clashes and we’re starting off with the tag division on display!”
Team Desire 2.0 (Gigi & Maddy Steward) vs. Selena Frost & Regan Street
The arena lights dim down and pink light shine on the stage. “Queen:” by Loren Gray plays. Gigi Steward and Maddy Steward walk out from the back, wearing their gear. The two look around as the crowd boos. They then start to walk down to the ring as a unit.
Phillips: “The opening contest is scheduled for onefall and has a fifteen minute time limit. First, on their way to the ring, they Gigi Steward and Maddy Steward, Team Desire 2.0!”
The crowd boos as the Stewards walk down to the ring. Gigi hops onto the apron and climbs up to the middle turnbuckle. Maddy slides in and walks around and goes to the ropes. Maddy and Gigi stand in the ring and pose as the crowd boos.
Sharper: “Gigi Steward and Maddy Steward have shown more aggression as of late. They start us off here in tag action against Regan Street and Selena Frost.”
Knots: “Yeah. Let’s see how that aggression goes with them!”
“HELL HAS FROZEN OVER!”
“BELIEVE IT!”
The fans are roaring in cheers as “Hell Has Frozen Over” by The Megas and Entertainment System plays. From the back walks Regan Street and Selena Frost. Taking the lead, Regan stands on the platform, grinning, as “Snow” falls on the background screens and “fire” dances down the electronic rampway. Lowering herself, as if ready to pounce, Regan holds her claws out as Selena stands behind her, the platinum-blonde's back hand raising up and her front hand reaching out over Regan towards the ring! With a stamp of Selena's foot, ice races along the electronic fire display, causing it to freeze and crack! Both smiling, Regan and Selena spin out of their pose and make their way down the ramp.
Phillips: “Making their way to the ring, the opponents, “The Hellcat” Regan Street and “The Snow Queen” Selena Frost: They are... FROZEN HELL!”
Selena and Regan slide under the ropes to enter the ring. Getting to her feet, Selena lifts her hand up to give a twirl as the lights form to make a massive snowflake under her. Stopping her spin and lowering her hand back down, towards the audience, once again palm upright, a smirk graces her lips, her other arm lifting to the sky once more as Regan, matching her partner's smirk, lowers down to a pouncing stance. With a slam of her foot, Selena causes the snowflake at her feet to “crack” as the rampway did, the shards of ice streaking out to all four corners of the ring to shoot out blue streaks of fire as the lights return to normal. Regan jumps to a turnbuckle and continues to pose while Selena stands near her.
Sharper: “Frozen Hell, very apropos given their long history with one another, but while Regan Street gets ready to face Xander Valentine at Day of Infamy and Selena Frost gets ready to lead her team in the Trios Tournament Buy-in, they also are looking to head for the tag team championship.”
Knots: “Already had a bit of a run in with the Tag Champs at End of the Year Special, in the Open Invitational. But they’ve got a long way to go before they get that shot.”
The bell sounds with Selena Frost starting off her team and Gigi for hers. The crowd buzzes as the two circle around and lock up in the middle of the ring. They push back on one another before Selena turns and wrenches the arm. Gigi winces and reaches out and Selena jerks on the arm. She then flips over and then nips up and turns to hip toss Selena, but Selena spins through and sends Gigi down. The crowd cheers. Gigi gets up and turns and moves to the corner. She looks at Selena as Gigi runs at Selena and Selena lowers her head and back drops her over. The crowd cheers again. Gigi turns and gets up and Selena locks her in a headlock. She pulls back and Gigi gets her to the ropes and then fires her off. Selena bounces off and Gigi goes for a clothesline. Selena ducks and bounces off the other side. Gigi goes for a back elbow, but Selena rolls underneath. Gigi turns and Selena hits a dropkick on her. She goes for the pin.
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Gigi kicks out. Gigi turns and crawls to the corner and tags in Maddy. Selena gets up as Maddy slingshots in.
Sharper: “Gigi quickly getting out of dodge. Didn’t get out of blocks!”
Knots: “Selena came here full of piss, vinegar and belief and she’s unloading on the Stewards!”
Sharper: “Given the distractions for Regan, for Selena, a result of Sienna’s announcement, why not focus on the match and working through the tag division.”
Knots: “Not to mention Xander Valentine too for Regan.”
Maddy runs at Selena and Selena ducks a clothesline from Maddy. She then turns and chops her. The crowd woos. She then chops her again. More woos. She grabs Maddy and whips her into the opposite corner. Selena runs after and Maddy gets both boots up. Selena stumbles back and Maddy runs over and leapfrogs over the back of Selena and into a headscissors and flips her through. Selena rolls over and turns. She starts to get up and Maddy hits a front dropkick to the chest, knocking Selena into the neutral corner. Maddy heads over and forearms her again and again before going to whipping Selena across the ring, but Selena spins through and into a knee. She then grabs the arm and spins Maddy around and tags in Regan. Regan enters with a cheer from the crowd. Regan then nails Maddy with a closed fist punch and Maddy falls over to the ropes. Regan follows up with a kick to the ribs. The referee warns her.
Sharper: “Regan in and a bit more hardnosed here.”
Knots: “Well yeah. She just punched Maddy in the face and then softened her ribs.”
Sharper: “And she’s just getting started.”
Regan then nails Maddy with another forearm shot before grabbing her and whipping her across the ring. Regan runs after and nails her with a clothesline. Maddy falls out and Regan goes for the pin.
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Maddy kicks out. She looks up and reaches out before Regan drags her up by the hair. She then clubs her in the back and then again before spinning her into the corner. Maddy hits the corner and Regan follows up after her, but Maddy kicks her in the ribs and then again before spinning her around and through the ropes to the floor. Regan rolls over. Maddy turns and walks over to the referee as Gigi then spins around the ringpost and runs along the apron and hits a somersault onto Regan on the floor. The crowd boos.
Sharper: “Gigi off the apron!”
Knots: “Stewards have a lot more time together. Years. And it showed. Regan just had to deal with a flying Gigi!”
Regan rolls over as Gigi gets up and grabs her. The official turns back and starts to count.
1!
2!
3!
Gigi however grabs Regan and rolls her back into the ring. Regan rolls over and Maddy tells the official to move as she jumps to the middle rope and spins through into a leg drop on the back of Regan’s head. Regan rolls over and Maddy goes for the pin.
1!
2!
Regan kicks out. Maddy gets up and tags in Gigi. Gigi climbs up to the top rope. Regan slowly starts to get up and Maddy turns and hits a drop toe hold. Regan hits the mat and Gigi dives off with a swanton onto the lower back of Regan. Regan rolls over in pain as Gigi turns. Selena steps into the ring and the official stops her. Maddy gets up and Gigi turns and stomps Regan a few more times as Maddy exits. Selena steps back out to the apron annoyed. Gigi rolls Regan over and goes for the pin.
1!
2!
Regan gets her shoulder up. Gigi looks up and turns and grabs Regan and locks in a reverse chinlock. The crowd boos as Regan looks out and Gigi forces her down to the mat.
Sharper: “Gigi and Maddy know that Regan and Selena are on the ropes. Selena riled. Regan frustrated!”
Knots: “And now just wearing her down. Wearing her down.”
Regan looks out as Gigi pulls on the neck. She continues to wear her down. Regan kicks at the mat as Selena starts to clap at ringside. Regan reaches out and the official checks on her. She says no as Regan starts to pull herself up to a seated position as Gigi holds on. Regan reaches around, clearly showing her frustration as Regan then turns to a knee. She continues to pulls herself up as Gigi looks around and Regan elbows her in the ribs and then again. She hits it a third time before grabbing Gigi and snapmaring her over by the hair and then hitting a vicious dropkick to the head. Gigi rolls over. Regan crawls over to the ropes. Gigi pulls herself up and turns around and spins toward Regan as Regan runs at her and hits the Love Tap. Regan looks around as the crowd cheers. She then goes for the pin.
1!
2!
Gigi kicks out. Regan rolls off as Gigi stirs. She starts to get up and turns around before stumbling over to Maddy and nailing her with a hard right. The crowd cheers. Gigi rolls over and Regan turns around and goes over to Gigi and walks into a quick enziguri kick and both Gigi and Regan fall to the mat. Selena reaches out as Maddy starts to get up and does the same.
Sharper: “Regan was about to really turn the tide, turn this firmly into her favour, but Gigi managed to get that enziguri.”
Knots: “Enough of it and both down. Selena and Maddy both want in!”
Gigi and Regan start to crawl away from one another, toward their corners. Gigi pushes a bit faster, gaining distance. Maddy keeps stretching before Gigi lunges and dives, tagging her in. Maddy enters, just as Regan dives and tags in Selena. The crowd cheers as Selena enters the ring and runs at Maddy, who runs at her. Maddy ducks under and goes for a springboard crossbody, but Selena hits a dropkick to the ribs. Maddy hits the mat. Selena rolls over as Gigi turns and runs at her and Selena lifts her up and back drops her over. Gigi rolls over and starts to get up and Regan gets up and runs at her and clotheslines Gigi up and over the top rope, going over with her. Selena turns as Maddy gets up, breathing deep and Selena runs past her, jumping to the ropes and hitting the Cold Shoulder. Maddy hits the mat. She starts to get up and Selena looks around as Regan grabs Gigi and throws her into the barricade. Selena jumps to the top rope and dives back, hitting the Defying Gravity on Maddy Steward. The crowd cheers.
Sharper: “Defying Gravity! And Madison Steward is out!”
Selena turns and hooks the leg.
1!
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3!
The crowd cheers. Selena rolls off as the crowd cheers.
Phillips: “Here are your winners, via pinfall, Selena Frost and Regan Street!”
The crowd cheers some more as Selena gets up and has her arm raised. Selena Frost looks around as Regan rolls into the ring. She walks around the ring as Maddy slowly rolls out of the ring. Selena Frost and Regan Street have their arms raised as Regan walks around the ring, looking around before we see Jessica Winters walking down the rampway, microphone in her hand.
Sharper: “Regan Street and Selena Frost victorious to start off Breakdown tonight in Cleveland. Two teams fighting for it all, but Street and Frost just too much for the Stewards.”
Knots: “They at least have the TV Title, right?”
Sharper: “Katie Steward to defend that later tonight against Kelsai Adamson-Mason. But right now, Jessica Winters entering the ring. A lot to discuss with the Hellcat especially.”
Jessica Winters walks up the steel steps and into the ring. Selena turns and smiles a bit as Regan paces a bit as Jessica walks over to Selena and Regan.
Jessica: “Selena…and more so, Regan, can I get a word?”
\
Regan turns back and walks over.
Jessica: “Regan?”
Regan: “Yeah, yeah…I’m sure I can guess where this is going.”
Jessica: “Well I know you made a statement on social media, regarding Sienna Swann holding a Trios Tournament contract and it indeed being yours. You confirmed it…”
The crowd boos as Regan looks around. Regan sighs.
Jessica: “You also said you would explain it tonight. There’s a lot on your plate Regan. The match against Xander. Your new team with Selena. But now this…especially given how, in the past, you’ve made the Trios Tournament one of those major moments for you. You wanted to win it for years. You did and then you gave it away?”
Regan looks down as Selena looks at Regan, offering her silent support.
Regan: “Jessica…I know a lot of people aren’t happy that Sienna Swann has a Trios Tournament contract. And they can be angry. I don’t really care. Be angry with me. I’m angry with everyone!”
The crowd gives a bit of a mixed reaction.
Regan: “But while, you’re right, I wanted to win that tournament. I had gotten close, so close too many times. And then last year, finally broke through, with Glory Braddock and Kellen Jeffries to win it. I did mean a lot to me. But 2019 saw a lot of those moments…fighting and beating Datura for one!”
The crowd cheers a bit.
Regan: “And while my desire to win the Trios Tournament was one big constant, there’s always been another one. My family. I will do anything for my family.”
Jessica: “Wait…was Sienna threatening them was-“
Regan: “I will do anything for my family. Period. And if it meant giving up one thing I worked hard on so my family, so Jay, or Jenni or Mikaela or David or Delilah has better opportunities, is safe, is capable of doing what they can do, I will do it. Sienna and the Beauty Factory, they were standing in Jenni’s way to move on, to be better. So I offered the one thing I had. The Trios Tournament. I gave her a safety net. And here we are. But Jenni now can go do her thing. She can focus on HER career.”
Sharper: “Talk about a deal with the devil.”
Regan: “If you have a problem with me looking out for my children, for my family, I will do anything for them. I’ve refused to fight my adopted son. I’ve hurt my career for it. I’ve gone to war for my family. And if you don’t like, I’m sorry. But I don’t regret a damn thing.”
Jessica: “Regan Street transferring her Trios Tournament contract to Sienna Swann to allow her adopted daughter, Jennifer Helms freedom from the Beauty Factory. It’s quite noble.”
Regan nods and leans over.
Regan: “Some may say stupid. I’ll leave the stupidity to Xander Valentine. As for whatever Sienna plans for the World Title, this is where I look at you James…prove you deserve to hold that title. End all of this bull[shit] around it. Whether it’s with you on top, someone else, or Sienna…That’s all I care about there!”
“Who’s Next” starts to play as the crowd cheers largely before some boos trickle in. Regan turns and steps back. Selena heads over to her and Regan starts to head out of the ring when we suddenly see a shot on the big screen come up.
Sharper: “Regan Street showing again she’ll always put family over herself.”
Knots: “Just at what cost here. She can say she’s fine with Sienna as champion, but given that I see her and Syren as one and the same, she’d never say that about Syren!”
Sharper: “Look, Jon…what’s that on the big screen?”
Regan and Selena stop as we see Delilah, who had not been with Selena and Regan at ringside, standing in one of the hallways as Artemis and Xander Valentine stand across from her.
Xander: “You seem a bit shy. Don’t worry…we’re all just ratcheting it up for the camera. I’m sure Regan has been quite clear about the danger I pose. But it’s just part of her front.”
Regan immediately leaves the ring, dropping down to the floor as the crowd roars. Selena does too and the two bolt for the back.
Sharper: “Xander Valentine is speaking to Delilah, Regan’s cousin!”
Knots: “What is he spewing?”
Xander: “Personally…don’t worry. I don’t intend to harm you or anything. Regan and I already have a hatred that does not need to get any more personal.”
Delilah looks around, backing away.
Xander: “But if I were you, I would not be under Regan’s wing. Perhaps her husband, David. I’ve not talked to him in a while. But Selena…she at least can teach you about this business with honour. Regan…I’m not so sure…I know, it’s hard to hear the truth about family, but sometimes you must to grow.”
???: “Delilah! Oh God, get away from him!”
Delilah turns as Mikaela runs over to her and Xander just smiles, calmly, coldly. Artemis eyes Mikaela as Mikaela starts to pull Delilah away.
Xander: “Just having a chat.”
Mikaela: “Get the hell away from her. Security! Security!”
Mikaela starts to yell as Delilah looks more and more afraid as Xander just shakes his head.
Xander: “Completely unnecessary.”
Just then, we see Regan Street and Selena Frost running over toward them and Regan runs over to Mikaela and Delilah.
Xander: “Ah, Regan-“
Regan: “You shut the hell up. Miks, get her out of here. Selena, go with them.”
Selena: “I’m not going anywhere. Mikaela…”
Mikaela and Delilah head off as Selena remains on scene. Regan turns to Xander.
Regan: “If you want to even think about going down this route, I will make sure that you’ll respect me by knowing full well you’re in the hospital from what I do to you at Dayo f Infamy.”
Xander: “I merely wanted to meet the young woman. She was lost. I saw an opportunity to introduce herself. To offer some advice.”
Regan: “Then I’ll give you some advice. Get the hell out of here or we’ll fight right now.”
Xander: “Not something I’m interested in. As I said, I’ll merely wait until Day of Infamy. Then we’ll see if you’re worth my attention!”
Regan: “I’m less certain you’ll have that option.”
Regan steps forward. Just as this happens, security and officials come onto the scene. Xander just smiles.
Xander: “Guess we’ll have to wait…just like last spring.”
Regan just looks at Xander, this time, not struggling with the officials, but watching as Xander and Artemis back up. Officials escort him as Regan keeps her eyes on Valetnine and Artemis and Selena remains with Regan.
COMMERCIALS
Breakdown returns and we see Regan Street and Selena Frost walking into one of the general locker rooms where Delilah and Mikaela are inside.
Regan: “What was that Miks? Why was she just out there?”
Mikaela: “She wanted to grabs something from catering. I figured a short walk would be safe.”
Regan: “Clearly it’s not.”
Delilah: “Just….don’t be angry…”
Delilah silently says. Regan sighs and turns.
Regan: “Sorry…you’re your own person.”
Regan turns to Delilah and Mikaela.
Regan: “Just, you need to realize some people are going to look at you as a target. Xander apparently is going that way.”
Selena: “Just after you spoke about how important family was.”
Regan: “Don’t think I didn’t notice that. Son of a bitch is taunting me. All while playing the bitch too.”
Selena: “Regan-“
Regan: “No. I know…I know. He’s dangerous. I’ve heard it enough. I’ve seen the damage. But I’ve seen you knock him out and I know what I’m capable of. He can suddenly talk about respect and that crap…yeah…I just plan to kick his ass!”
The crowd roars as we cut away.
Whoa is me
I'm so whoa
See me decked out from my head to my toe
Whoa is me
I'm so whoa
Everywhere I go I'm a one man show
“Whoa is Me” by Down With Webster starts to play throughout the arena. The crowd boos as we see Gavin Taylor walk out from the back, proudly wearing the SCW Adrenaline Championship. In his hand is a cup of coffee. He walks down to the ring, looking at the crowd, pointing to a few of them, probably for effect, before heading to the steel steps. He jogs up them and then walks along the apron. He looks out at the crowd before entering into the ring. He looks around and nods before heading to the corner, asking for a microphone.
Sharper: “Gavin Taylor getting closer and closer to Day of Infamy and his rematch against Asher Hayes.”
Knots: “If he can even survive. It’s all gone to his head. Last week, Marie Jones beat him. Asher Hayes had some fun at his expense. Dude…act like the All-Star!”
Phillips hands him the microphone and Gavin Taylor walks over to the middle f the ring with it and looks around. His music fades out and Gavin smirks.
Gavin: “I know! I know. So many of you are probably looking at me going is the All-Star slipping. I mean, despite the fact that I am ensuring I am in every way a campion, wearing this title at all times. In the shower, in the ring, during sex….that’s right ladies…you’ll always know you were with a champion! But now, some of you are coming up to me on the streets, when you should be in awe, you’re pointing at me and saying that not only did Marie Jones beat me but that Asher Hayes is going to kick my ass.”\
Gavin chuckles.
Gavin: “You have it alllllll wrong! I kicked Asher Hayes’s ass! I mean, I’m holding this title! Duh. God. But I’m going to do it again. And for Marie, well, just like with Asher, right now, everyone is talking about both. Who WAS Marie Jones before she beat me last week? That’s right. She was JUST Kimberly Williams sister. And I’m not sure that’s something to really want to be known for! And not just that, but Asher Hayes…a literal unknown when he came onto the scene and his losing the Adrenaline Championship put him on the map!”
The crowd boos.
Sharper: “Uh…he’s held multiple titles and defeated Regan Street to win that title.”
Knots: “I think Gavin struggles with facts.”
Gavin: “Now they should both be thanking me. In fact, SCW as a whole should be. Look at this, Adrenaline Champion right here and not only am I being the champion of champions, making sure everyone gets to enjoy the free publicity with me wearing this baby everywhere, but I’m setting up matches, rematches, rematches of match, rivalries. Money, baby! All money! And trust me, we all know how its going to end. Come on, you think I’m losing this thing. Won’t be to Gavin and it won’t be to Marie when inevitably she’ll get a title shot.”
Gavin winks at the camera.
Gavin: “You’re welcome by the way. Hey, gotta help you land on your feet after being Kim’s sister. Totally something I do. Free of charge. See, I’m a true humanitarian. I know, I know. Some of you may be wondering – I just am that good of a guy. Not only am I making sure people are saved because of me…but I’m just not one to promote it too much. Keeping it on the downlow that I’ll be the reason that the koalas don’t all burn up, especially in my role as Australia’s favourite wrestler. I am keeping things interesting-“
“Rope” by Foo Fighters starts to play as the crowd cheers. Gavin turns and looks at the entrance way. Asher Hayes walks out from the back, a microphone in his hand. He takes a few steps as Gavin holds his hand up. Asher continues to make his way down to the ring.
Gavin: “Hey! This is rude. I’m doing you a favour here and you know….you don’t want to do anything rash. Don’t need to share your gratitude. I’m not really a hugger!”
Asher Hayes continues to head to the ring before quickly sliding in. Gavin then backs up and moves to the ropes. Asher continues to head toward him. Gavin quickly bails and backs away. Asher then brings the microphone to his mouth. His music cuts out.
Asher: “Good. Run like the little bitch you are!”
The crowd cheers. Gavin looks around.
Gavin: “I’m not a bitch! I’m a hero! I’m an All-Star! I’m a Champion!”
Asher: “And you’re running off. So you’re a bitch. And you know what Asher, there’s something in that little speech you just gave that you forgot to mention. You tried to put my on the shelf, going after my back-“
Gavin backs away.
Gavin: “Now, now, I was just wrestling smart. Going for a weakness. Just like you could be going for a weakness if you hate Australians. Do you hate Australians, Asher? Do you hope that their dingoes do eat their increasingly smoky babies? That’s what will happen if I don’t continue to hold this title and that means beating you now-“
Asher: “Would you shut the hell up?!”
The crowd cheers.
Sharper: “We apologize for Gavin’s comments. It’s not a funny situation at all in Australia and we’re just pleased to hear there’s some potential alleviation to the bushfires.”
Knots: “I think he honestly thinks that. Great that he’s donating money. But he’s trying to use that to convince others to phone it in? I don’t know!”
Asher: “Gavin….you can target my back all you want. But I’ll go after your weakness…your mouth and I plan to shut it and make a lot of people happy and in the process , I’m going to take back the Adrenaline Championship. So Gavin…you have a choice. Eleven days to figure out your response. You can man up and face me….or you can run and I will catch you and I’ll enjoy having some fun reminding you I didn’t need any Gavin Taylor to get noticed around here!”
The crowd roars.
Gavin: “But…but…Australia! SCW! Stars all around!”
Asher: “I think SCW will figure it out and Australia…well, Gavin, many pony up some of your own money if you care so much. Just like so many of us are! I just hope that when I take your belt, your pants don’t fall down and we see exactly what an ass you are!”
Asher Hayes backs up as Gavin looks around. The crowd starts to chant for Asher as Asher smirks. He shrugs, playing to the crowd a bit.
Gavin: “No! Gavin! Gavin! Gavin! Come on!”
Asher: “Aint gonna work, bro. Then again, maybe they don’t know your name. Maybe I’m the star here, right?”
Gavin: “You take that back!”
Asher: “Make me!”
Gavin: “Child!”
Gavin looks around before turning and looking at the crowd, goading more chants for Asher from them. He then turns and heads off as “Rope” starts to play again. Asher Hayes smirks a bit as Gavin continues to head to the back.
Sharper: “Gavin Taylor frustrated by Asher Hayes who had enough of his grandstanding.”
Knots: “But what about Australia?!”
Sharper: “A serious situation, but to use it, clearly, to try and defend his need to remain champion, all while taking credit for Marie Jones and Asher Hayes becoming household names…give me a break! Let’s not forget that Gavin Taylor has taken any and all shortcuts to win that title and Asher Hayes is going to be looking to get the title back at Day of Infamy!”
Asher Hayes remains in the ring, watching as Gavin Taylor storms off to the back, the chants continuing over the music as the scene fades out.
“The Old Me” starts to play as the Breakdown logo comes up on the screen. The crowd roars as we see a shot of Jay Gold vs. Autumn Valentine come up on the screen.
Sharper: “Next, we’re going to see what Jay Gold has left. He’s been getting ready for this. He’ll be part of the Trios Tournament buy-in while Autumn Valentine looks to refocus on her singles career. Something has to give. It’s next, here on Breakdown!”
The scene fades to black.
COMMERCIALS
Jay Gold vs. Autumn Valentine
The lights dim slightly and the spotlights point down at the stage as the fans quieten in expectation. A woman whispering can be heard across the PA system.
“Don’t bless me father, for I have sinned...”
“Miss Nothing” by The Pretty Reckless begins playing across the PA system as the fans boo. After a few seconds Autumn Valentine walks out onto the stage with a smile on her face, standing in the middle of the spotlights for a moment before spinning around and holding out her arms downward, revealing the words “DARK FANTASY” on the back of her ring jacket.
Phillips: “The following contest is scheduled for onefall and has a fifteen minute time limit. First, on her way to the ring, accompanied by Ryan Watson, from Los Angeles, California, she is Miss Nothing, Autumn Valentine!”
Sinfully Seductive
Captivatingly Corrupt
Dark Fantasy
Autumn spins back around, seemingly enjoying the negative crowd reaction. She stands for a moment before looking back over her shoulder. The fans booing gets louder as she’s joined on the stage by Ryan Watson. Watson holds her hand as the two of them head to the ring. Once at ringside Autumn jumps up on the ring entrance as Ryan pulls himself up using the bottom rope. He then stands and holds down the middle rope for her to enter. The fans boo louder as Autumn now ascends the ropes in the corner, standing on the middle rope once again soaking in their reaction. She flips back out of the corner, spinning around and landing on her feet. She then removes her jacket, handing it to Ryan who remains on the apron. Ryan jumps down, holding onto her jacket as Autumn walks to the corner, sitting down in the corner and talking with her manager at ringside as he stands outside the ring.
Sharper: “Autumn Valentine moving on from the Tag division. Ryan Watson dealing with some wear and tear and electing to take some time away. But she’s got a hell of a challenge tonight.”
Knots: “Talk about a way to immediately make waves and get some attention. She could get her Golden moment, if ya know what I mean!”
"Until The Day I Die" plays as a golden hue comes over the arena. As soon as the loud crash is heard a few measures in, Jay Gold appears on the stage. The crowd cheers. Jay surveys the crowd with squinted eyes before beginning his walk down the ramp to the ringside area.
Phillips: “Her opponent, from Albany, New York, he is Jay Gold!”
Once there, Jay stands up on the apron, and looks out and smiles. He steps into the ring and once he's in the middle of his ring with his arms held up high, golden pyro explodes out of all four turnbuckles as the crowd continues to cheer Gold. Jay readies himself for the pending battle.
Sharper: “The Hall of Famer, returning to the ring. This is more of a warm-up match because Jay Gold at Day of Infamy aims to earn a shot in the Trios Tournament.”
Knots: “And he wants to make sure he’s good to go. I mean it’s very different than criticizing people from ringside!”
Jay looks at Autumn as a “Jay Gold!” chant starts to break out. The bell sounds. Gold and Valentine circle around before Autumn lunges at Jay. Jay ducks and spins around. Autumn turns and Gold scoops her up and slams her down. The crowd roars. Autumn gets up and Gold scoops her up again and slams her down a second time. Autumn gets up and Gold ducks a clothesline attempt. Autumn turns and Gold jumps up and dropkicks her in the face. Autumn hits the mat and rolls to the floor. She backs up and spins around as Ryan heads over to help her up. Gold looks around as the crowd cheers.
Sharper: “Looks like he’s ready to go!”
Knots: “Autumn wasn’t! She’s already flustered!”
Ryan taunts Gold a bit as Autumn looks around. (1) She turns and rolls back into the ring. She runs at Jay and Jay ducks a clothesline attempt. Both stop and turn and Gold hits a dropkick. He goes for the pin.
1!
2!
Autumn kicks out. Autumn rolls over and gets up and Jay grabs her and pushes her into the ropes. He fires her off. Autumn bounces off the ropes and Jay jumps up and hits a jumping back elbow. He goes for the pin.
1!
2!
Autumn kicks out. Autumn moves to the ropes and Jay turns and goes after her, but Autumn hits a mule kick as the official tries to break them away from the ropes. Jay rolls over and falls over, holding himself in pain. Autumn turns and moves to the corner.
Sharper: “Come on! Autumn with the low blow, behind the official’s back!”
Knots: “Jay just was owning her and she was not okay!”
Jay starts to get up, wincing in pain and Autumn runs up behind him and nails him with a running facebuster. Jay rolls over. Autumn gets up and stomps him in the chest over and over as Jay rolls to the ropes. He grabs at them and Autumn jumps to the middle rope and dives back with a back kick. Jay falls to the mat. Autumn then goes for the pin.
1!
2!
Jay kicks out. Autumn gets up as Jay turns over. He starts to get up and Autumn kicks him in the ribs. Autumn then runs into the ropes, bouncing off and hitting a running knee lift. Jay falls back and into the corner. Autumn then comes over and climbs up to the middle turnbuckle. She starts to hammer away on Jay with a couple of forearm shots, but Jay then lifts her up and runs out and drops her with a flapjack. Autumn rolls over, holding her face. She starts to get up and Jay gets up and runs to the ropes, bounces off and then jumps up and hits a flying headscissors.
Sharper: “Jay Gold countering. Driving Autumn into the mat, not once, but twice!”
Knots: “Back to making her try to figure out where he’s coming from.”
Sharper: “Watching all the tape is one thing, but watching someone who has been out of the ring for a while, and back, just like he never left, is a treat!”
Autumn starts to get up and turns around and Gold kicks her in the ribs, hooks her up for an inverted vertical suplex before letting her drop, onto her legs and hitting a neckbreaker. Watson shakes his head, annoyed as Gold goes for the pin.
1!
2!
Autumn gets her shoulder up. Gold rolls off and Autumn starts to get up and Gold follows after her and grabs her by the arm, but Autumn rolls through and kicks him in the side. Gold stumbles back. He turns around and Autumn jumps to the middle rope, diving back and hitting a springboard tornado DDT. The crowd ohs and Autumn turns, diving onto Gold, hooking the leg.
1!
2!
Gold shoots his shoulder up. The crowd cheers.
Sharper: “Gold getting his shoulder up. Autumn planted him with the DDT, but only got two!”
Knots: “Gold will be damned if he’s going to just lose his first match back!”
Autumn looks up and grabs Gold and drags him up. He clubs him in the back and then again. She runs into the ropes. She bounces off and Gold suddenly jumps up and hits a spinning heel kick. Autumn spins off and holds her face. She starts to get up and Gold gets to his feet as the crowd roars. Autumn turns and Gold jumps up and hits a hurricanrana into a pin.
1!
2!
Autumn kicks out. Autumn steps forward as Gold gets up. Autumn runs at Gold and Gold hits a drop toe hold in the middle of the ring before stepping over and locking in the Golden Recliner! The crowd cheers.
Sharper: “We’re not going to get the Golden Moment, we’ll get the Golden Recliner!”
Knots: “Digging deep and he’s got Autumn in the middle of the ring!”
Sharper: “Nowhere to go and all that pressure, that leverage on the lower back of Autumn Valentine!”
Autumn reaches around, trying to get to the ropes. Watson tries to push them toward her, before Autumn starts to tap on Gold’s arm. The referee calls for the bell. The crowd cheers as Gold lets up and gets up as Autumn rolls over, holding her back in pain. Gold gets up, holding his arms up. “Until the Day I Die” plays.
Phillips: “Here is your winner, via submission, Jay Gold!”
Sharper: “Jay Gold looking damn good in the ring. That’s a former Women’s Champion, Tag Team Champion and Jay Gold able to not only step back into that ring, but win.”
Knots: “Selena Frost and her team have to be loving this. Tommy Valentine and Marie Jones too!”
Sharper: “That team just got a shot in the arm. We didn’t know what shape Gold would be in, but he’s back and looking as good as ever!”
Gold celebrates in the ring as Watson enters to check on Autumn. The crowd continues to cheer for Jay Gold as the scene then cuts away.
“The Old Me” plays throughout the arena as the Breakdown logo comes up on the screen. A shot of James Evans vs. Kimberly Williams follows. The crowd cheers again.
Sharper: “Tonight, the great wrestling action continues. Kimberly Williams will be in action against James Evans, the World Champion. Non-title. A huge opportunity for Williams, but James, with a lot of people wanting their hands on him, will he need to be looking around.”
Knots: “Never mind that both love to have a fight!”
Sharper: “It’s next, here on Breakdown!”
The scene fades to black.
COMMERCIALS
Breakdown returns as Asher Hayes can be seen walking through the backstage area.
???: “Hey!”
A female voice gets his attention. Asher smirks and turns, looking to potentially pick-up, but then stops as Marie Jones walks over to him.
Asher: “Oh…hey Marie.”
Marie: “Have fun out there running down Gavin?”
Asher: “Oh yeah. The little bastards deserves it and come Day of Infamy, going to have plenty of fun. You should too…looks like Gold is ready to go. That little bastard can go too.”
Marie: “Any other little bastards I should know about?”
Asher: “No, just…what did you want?”
Marie: “Just figured I’d let you know that win or lose, I’m going after that Adrenaline Title. I pinned him in the middle of the ring. So if you want another rematch, you’ll have get through me.”
Asher: “Duly noted.”
Marie nods.
Marie: “Figured I’d just make that clear because if he keeps running his mouth about me, I’ll be getting involved more often.”
Marie then heads off as Asher nods and walks in the opposite direction.
James Evans vs. Kimberly Williams
The opening chords of “Look What You Made Me Do” begin to play. Kimberly Williams steps out onto the stage to a loud, mostly positive, reaction from the fans. A sinister smirk is on her face as she ponders what she is about to do tonight. She winks at the fans before pointing towards the ring and making a beeline towards it. She slides into the ring underneath the bottom rope. Kimberly then poses in the center of the ring to another loud reaction from the fans. The music slowly dies down and Kimberly goes to a corner to await the start of the match.
Phillips: “Our next contest is scheduled for one fall! Introducing first, from Boston, Mass…she is KIMBERLY! WILLIAMS!”
The opening of “Door to Door Cannibals" can be heard blaring through the PA system. The camera will pan through the curtain as the face of James Evans appears, igniting a positive reaction from the crowd, as they shower him in cheers. The camera remains on James as he breaks through the curtain. The cheers intensify as James looks out at the crowd, holding the SCW World Championship over his shoulder.
"Your name isn't proud demented man
Hold tight to the lie you sold to them
Take God and the case below
It falls on the day with much to learn
But you didn't get it
No you didn't get it
But you didn't get it
No you didn't"
James slowly makes his way to the ring, as images of him winning various championships and hitting various moves appear on the screen. James reaches the ring and makes his way up the ring steps, before turning and facing the crowd.
"They're like cannibals full of grass stealing lives
And I swear I won't be found
See a door like advice, like a light
I'm getting out alive
I'm getting out alive"
James then steps into the ring and walks to the center of it, removing his black hoodie, maintaining his focus. James then goes to the corner and stands on the top rope, lifting the SCW World Championship high above his head, as his music comes to an end. James climbs down off the top rope, clutching the Championship. He takes a look at it, before handing it to the referee, before looking at Kimberly.
Phillips: “And her opponent, he is the SCW World Champion, from New York City, New York, he is…JAMES! EVANS!”
The ref calls for the bell. James leans into the ropes as Kimberly slowly steps out of the corner.
Sharper: “This match could be a make it or break it situation for Kimberly Williams, as she goes one on one with the SCW World Champion, James Evans.”
Both competitors begin to circle around one another, before lunging forward and engaging in a tie-up. James quickly overpowers Kimberly, taking her down to the mat. He grabs hold of her arm, locking in an arm wench. Kimberly gets to one knee, but James applies a bit more pressure, keeping on the mat.
Knots: “Kimberly spoke of redemption leading up to this match. Do you think she can make good on her words?”
Sharper: “There is always that chance. But, it won’t be easy.”
Kimberly manages to flip forward, landing on her feet, as James’ grip loosens. She turns and connects with a forearm to the side of the head. Kimberly hits another forearm, backing James into the ropes. She goes to whip him across, but James reverses, before pulling her into a short arm lariat.
Knots: “There was nothing easy about that.”
Sharper: “James Evans with a hard lariat, knocking Kimberly off her feet.”
James reaches down, grabbing Kimberly off the mat. He hits a knife edge chop, staggering Kimberly, before whipping her into the corner. James follows up with a running clothesline. Kimberly buckles in the corner. James begins to drive his shoulder into her ribs, connecting once, twice, three times before stepping back. Kimberly stumbles out of the corner, and James hooks her before sending her to the mat with an overhead belly to belly suplex. James hooks the leg.
Sharper: “The World Champion going for the first pin attempt of the match.”
1
2
Kimberly kicks out.
Knots: “Only getting two. Kimberly still in this thing.”
James gets to his feet, and lifts Kimberly off the mat, only for her to fire away with a European uppercut. James staggers a bit himself. Kimberly runs and bounces off the ropes, before connecting with a flying lariat. James is taken off his feet.
Sharper: “Kimberly managing to take the Champion down, as she starts to build a little bit of momentum.”
Kimberly grabs James’ arm, and drops down, locking in an armbar. James swings his legs around, planting his feet on the mat. Kimberly breaks the armbar, and kicks James in the head, before reaching up and pulling him down into a triangle choke.
Knots: “You have to wonder if Kimberly is making her mama proud.”
James brings his hands together, as Kimberly pulls back as she applies more pressure. James begins to slowly lift Kimberly off the mat, before connecting with a powerbomb, breaking the hold. James gets to his feet, before grabbing Kimberly’s legs, stepping through before turning her over.
Sharper: “James with a Sharpshooter.”
Knots: “Oh a move named after you. I’m sure you’re happy.”
The ref checks on Kimberly, who shakes her head no. James cranks back on the hold, but Kimberly continues to refuse.
Sharper: “Kimberly Williams showing no signs of quit.”
Kimberly begins an attempt to pull herself toward the ropes, only for James to break the hold, before transitioning into a crossface. The ref checks on Kimberly, as James pulls back. Kimberly shakes her head no. Kimberly begins to try and push their bodies over, as James continues to pull back.
Knots: “Kimberly may be in trouble here. She may have to quit.”
Kimberly pushes once again, this time managing to reverse the hold, placing James’ shoulders on the mat. The ref begins the count.
1
2
James kicks out, breaking the hold. Both roll over, before scrambling to their feet. James charges and Kimberly manages to hit a running knee. She takes a step back before charging and leaping up, taking James down with a tornado DDT. She goes for another cover.
1
2
James kicks out. Kimberly gets to her feet, just as James rolls over and pushes himself to one knee. Kimberly bounces off the ropes, before taking him back down with a scissors kick. Kimberly goes for the pin attempt once again.
1
2
James kicks out once again.
Sharper: “Kimberly taking the fight to the Champion.”
Kimberly gets to her feet as James is shown pushing himself up once again. Kimberly charges and connects with a kick to the jaw, dropping James back down to the mat.
Knots: “Morrigan's Wrath!”
Sharper: “And she got all of that one! Can she put James down and pin the Champion?”
Kimberly drops down and hooks the leg.
1
2
James shoots the shoulder up!
Crowd: “THIS IS AWESOME! THIS IS AWESOME!”
Sharper: “The crowd is certainly giving their approval.”
Kimberly glares at James, before getting to her feet. She stomps on James a few times, before going to lift him up. James fires back with a European uppercut, staggering Kimberly. He grabs her and lifts her onto his shoulders. He goes to spin her off, but Kimberly manages to plant him with a tornado DDT.
Sharper: “Looks like James was going for the Final Exam, but Kimberly managed to reverse it.”
Knots: “And now she’s going up top.”
Kimberly is shown standing on the top. She looks out to the crowd, before leaping backwards.
Sharper: “Chaos Theory! Will she hit it?!?! NOOO!!!”
James gets the knees up as Kimberly connects. Kimberly bounces off and writhes on the mat. James gets to his feet. Kimberly rolls over, slowly pushing herself up, one arm wrapped around her ribs. James hooks her before lifting her up and planting Kimberly with a release German suplex. Kimberly hits the mat and bounces up in a seated position on her knees. James charges and connects with a running knee, leveling Kimberly.
Knots: “James with the running knee!”
James begins to stalk Kimberly, as she is shown using the ropes to pull herself up. She leans into the ropes before turning, as James grabs her and lifts her onto his shoulders. He throw her off, connecting with the Final Exam, driving his knees into her face.
Sharper: “James with the Final Exam!”
Kimberly bounces back, staggering back into the ropes as James gets to his feet. Kimberly falls forward as James lifts her onto his shoulders. James then plants Kimberly with the Middle Finger to the Establishment as the crowd explodes. James goes for the cover.
Crowd/Ref: “1…2…3!!!”
Sharper: “James following the Final Exam up with the Middle Finger to the Establishment. And he picks up the win.”
“Door to Door Cannibals” blares through the sound system as James kneels beside Kimberly. He looks down at her before the ref arrives with the SCW World Championship. He takes it from the ref and looks at the title then back at Kimberly. He pats her on the shoulder before climbing to his feet. He lifts the belt up as the crowd explodes once again in cheers.
Knots: “Kimberly fought valiantly for sure. No one can deny that, but in the end, she became a causality of war.”
James then exits the ring and heads to the back, the World Championship resting over his shoulder.
Backstage, Adam Allocco can be seen talking to Kandis and Tommy Valentine.
Adam: “Come on! I’d be perfect. Who else is going to promote the virtues of that thing?”\
Kandis turns to Tommy. Tommy just waves at him.
Adam: “Then have two of us. We can be like your own hype squad!”
Tommy: “Not interested, Adam. Find someone else who can piss off your son.”
Adam: “But-“
Kandis: “Yeah, we know you like em. Alistaire doesn’t. Whatever. Move on.”
Kandis and Tommy head off as Adam sighs.
Sharper: “We’re well in January and this impasse between Alistaire and his father still a factor!”
Knots: “Going to the former tag champs!”
The scene fades to black.
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