6. “Chris Benoit Tribute” Episode of Raw Replaced on the WWE Network
As we recently noted, over 100 episodes of Raw from 2006 & 2007 have been added to the WWE Network. Below is what WWE posted:
“Relive the rise of WWE Hall of Famer Edge with the addition of more than 100 classic Raw episodes spanning 2006 to 2007. Witness The Rated-R Superstar’s elevation to main event status with unforgettable showdowns against John Cena, fellow WWE Hall of Famers Ric Flair and Mick Foley and others. Plus, watch WWE Hall of Famer Trish Stratus and Mickie James’ memorable rivalry, the debut of The Spirit Squad, the return of D-Generation X, Raw’s 15th anniversary celebration and more! Start watching these classic Raw episodes now on demand, only on WWE Network.”
These episodes of Raw between 2006 & 2007 also included the “Chris Benoit Tribute” episode which was originally aired on June 25, 2007. That episode of Raw has been replaced with a “special edition” of Raw highlighting the greatest championship matches from that year.
5. Triple Champion Being Crowned In TNA Wrestling Tonight
On last week’s episode of TNA Impact Wrestling, James Storm defeated Eli Drake to become the new TNA King of the Mountain Champion. The current TNA X Division & World Heavyweight Champion Bobby Lashley came out challenged Storm to a match where all the Titles are on the line.
Storm accepted the match and a Triple Champion will be crowned tonight on Impact Wrestling. Also, a former WWE Star will make his TNA debut tonight. Click here for more information (spoiler inside).
TNA Bound for Glory playoffs are over now as Ethan Carter III defeated Mike Bennett in the finals to become the #1 contender for the TNA World Heavyweight Championship. EC3 will now face either Lashley or Storm in the main event of Bound for Glory 2016 for the TNA World Title. Below are BFG Playoffs results:
Round 1:
– Mike Bennett def. Jeff Hardy
– Matt Hardy def. James Storm
– Drew Galloway def. Bram
– Ethan Carter III def. Eli Drake
Round 2:
– Mike Bennett def. Drew Galloway
– Ethan Carter III def. Matt Hardy
Finals:
– Ethan Carter III def. Mike Bennett
