Diva Dirt’s Chris has compiled a hype video featuring matches nominated in the ‘Televised Match of the Year’ category of the Diva Dirt Fan Awards.
Even if you’ve already voted, the video is a great reminder of the year that was in women’s wrestling.
Watch the video below:
If you haven’t voted in the Diva Dirt Fan Awards yet, do it now!
Which match did you vote for?
There’s Divas action on tonight’s WWE Main Event! Tune in at 8pm ET on ION Television.
Discuss the show in the comments!
Bahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh humbugggggggggg.
If there was ever a Christmas song written about yours truly, it’s definitely the Grinch song. I’m sitting here at work on Christmas Eve typing up a Redux about a match that was truly horrible. Granted, I find all holiday and gimmicky matches horrible unless they involve some type of extreme element so perhaps I’m not the best person to judge something like this. That said, the match speaks for itself and I still have two agonizing hours left at this desk. Joy to the world.
I don’t like anything that is a spot fest and looks overly rehearsed. It hurts my eyes and this hurts my heart. Holiday shows usually suck and last night was no exception. At least all the girls got on television and got a chance to break out some new holiday outfits. That’s a plus, I reckon, and AJ was involved in some capacity. Lucky her for getting a chance to sit this one out, haha.
Summer Rae looked stunning at Fandango‘s side as he took on our former Raw Redux boyfriend, Dolph Ziggler. Le sigh, breaking up with Prince Dawlf was hard to do, and memories came flooding back during this match, but it was our dear Fandango and Summer who stole the show.
Another dumb holiday match but at least this one had a point. Fandango wins a chance to face Big E. Langston next week for the Intercontinental Championship. I wonder if Summer will go out of her way to help her man win the gold?
We also saw a bit more of Cameron and Naomi when they joined R Truth, Xavier Woods, Santino Marella, The Great Khali and 2/3 of 3MB for a “Christmas Carol Sing-Off”, hosted by Renee Young.
Also bringing the joy were the tyrants of the WWE. Stephanie McMahon, Triple H and Kane all hit the ring at the beginning of Raw to spread a little joy. Obviously, whatever joyous feeling each of us got from watching Raw was quickly killed when Randy Orton walked out, but regardless, we got Kane’s cool pyro at the end.
See? Cool pyro.
Merry Christmas, readers. I have loans to write and people to stalk. Happy Holidays and enjoy whatever it is that you might celebrate. Regardless of how you spend December 25th, enjoy yourself. Surround yourself with peace and good will. Be happy. Also, I want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart for each and every comment and hit you guys give this Redux. Negative, positive… whatever. The more you hate and the more you love adds more fuel to my fire for writing, stating opinions, and throwing whatever I want out here in my little section of the Diva Dirt universe. Believe it or not, you guys mean the world to us and thank you so much for coming back week after week.
See you guys next week! Namaste!
On the Holiday edition of the JBL and Cole Show, Summer Rae does some last-minute Christmas shopping for her “baby boopsie” Fandango.
After perusing vacuum cleaners, bedding sets and frying pans, Summer appears to decide on spray tanner.
However, while recounting her journey to Renee Young and JBL, she gets cut short. Guess we’ll never know for sure what she bought for Fandango!
Watch the video below:
Rising indy star Evie will be starting off 2014 with a bang, heading to Japan on a three-month tour to compete for and train with the prestigious Diana organization.
She broke the news on her Facebook page, writing, “Safe to say, I’m so excited and grateful about the opportunity! It’s all beginning to feel real now – it felt so surreal to be the first female to head over on that Zero1 contract!”
2013 has certainly been a big year for Evie. On top of making her US debut this year, she still holds the PWWA Championship and recently became a two-time IPW New Zealand Women’s Champion. At that same show, she shocked fans by turning heel and joining stable The Investment.
Just this past summer, fellow indy star Allysin Kay also went on a three-month tour with Diana while suspended from SHINE.
Congratulations, Evie!
It’s a long journey to Norwich, England from Orlando, Florida, but that doesn’t stop one tough Diva from taking the trek back home to spend Christmas with her family.
NXT Women’s Champion Paige took the time to snap a family photo with her father, Ricky and mother (who, on a scale of 1 to 10, registers at a groundbreaking 15 with that stunning current shade of red hair), Saraya Knight.
Paige posted the photo on her Instagram account, captioning it, “Mumma and daddio!”
How great do Paige and Saraya look standing side by side together? This is one tag team we’d love to see reunite.
TNA Knockout Christy Hemme has released brand new music in the form of EP Generation KO.
The EP contains seven tracks, two of which are the entrance themes of her fellow Knockouts: Taryn Terrell‘s “Hot Mess” and Brooke‘s new theme “Burning Eyes”.
RELATED: Video: Music Video for Brooke’s New Entrance Theme, “Burning Eyes”
Christy has previously released music with her band HEMME and was featured on the 2006 TNA album 3rd Degree Burns.
Generation KO is available for $5.99 exclusively on ShopTNA.com.
Will you be buying Christy’s EP?
Earlier today, Jeff Jarrett shocked the wrestling community by announcing that he had resigned from TNA, effective immediately. Other than being a prolific on-screen star over the years, Jeff was also the co-founder of the company alongside his father, Jerry Jarrett. Current TNA President Dixie Carter issued an official statement on Jeff’s departure.
Dixie said, “On behalf of TNA, we would like to thank Jeff for his contributions to the Company. We wish him the very best and look forward to his continued participation as an investor in TNA Wrestling.”
Several current and former Knockouts took to Twitter to thank Jeff for the opportunities he had given them over the years.
Record-tying five-time Knockouts Champion Angelina Love tweeted:
Thank u @JeffJarrettTNA for everything you did with and for TNA. And thank you for believing in me and giving me a chance! #ThankYouJeff
— Lauren/Angelina Love (@ActualALove) December 23, 2013
Current Knockouts Champion Gail Kim expressed her disappointment at the news. She wrote:
@JeffJarrettTNA I'm VERY disappointed to hear this news. You make a difference to any company you are a part of. Thanks for everything jeff
— gail kim (@gailkimITSME) December 23, 2013
ODB also took to social media to express how much she enjoyed Jeff’s presence backstage. She said:
Not gonna be the same without @JeffJarrettTNA you always made me smile and chuckle when you yell out #BAM 2me backstage #ThankYouJeff
— Jessie Kresa (@TheODBBAM) December 23, 2013
Another name to show support was Velvet Sky, who thanked Jeff for his support throughout her career. Velvet said:
@JeffJarrettTNA thank u 4 everything you've done for tna. Thank u 4 the opportunities & giving me a chance. So grateful. U will be missed.
— Velvet Sky (@VelVelHoller) December 23, 2013
IMHO @JeffJarrettTNA deserves more credit than ever. He started up tna & gave all of us a place 2 do what we love. Forever thankful to Jeff.
— Velvet Sky (@VelVelHoller) December 23, 2013
Finally, former TNA on-screen character and real-life wife of Jeff, Karen Jarrett thanked fans for the warm response about her husband, and told fans to except more from Jeff in wrestling. She wrote:
So many WONDERFUL tweets about @JeffJarrettTNA….wrestling world you have not seen the last of him…just switching gears…BUCKLE UP!!!!
— Karen Jarrett (@karenjarrett) December 23, 2013
How do you think Jarrett’s departure will affect TNA?
WWE.com recently spoke with several Superstars about their worst traveling experiences and former WWE Divas Champion Natalya gave her two cents on the topic.
Natalya recalls being stuck in Europe for an entire week after a volcanic eruption left ash present within the air across most of the continent.
Talking about her situation “from hell”, Nattie said, “My travel day from hell was on an International Tour when we got stuck over in Europe. We were heading to Switzerland but we couldn’t get out because there was a volcano. There was ash in the air and they wouldn’t let planes fly out of most of Europe. We got stuck there for a week. We couldn’t do anything until the ash cleared. Every airport, practically, in Europe was shut down. So we had to stay there and just hang out for a week. And we nearly missed Monday Night Raw, which is unheard of. They were saying that the ash wouldn’t clear and it could take up to a month to clear. When we finally, finally, finally made it home, I literally kissed the ground of the JFK airport.”
You can read the entire article on WWE.com.
Welcome to Diva Dirt’s Five to Watch 2013! This annual list compiles five rising talents in the world of women’s wrestling that we think have what it takes to be the next big thing.
RELATED: Diva Dirt’s Five to Watch Class of 2012
From their in-ring abilities to their unique personalities, we aim to spotlight some of the upcoming female talent that you may not yet know about. Over the next five days, we will unveil the names that the Diva Dirt staff have handpicked.
Who is she?: While her style may not be the most refined, Crazy Mary Dobson definitely lives up to her name. Well known for her proficiency in deathmatches, Mary has begun to branch out from her bloody roots in the past year or so, making a name for herself in America, as well as overseas. With matches in the top women’s promotions in North America and several international tours under her belt, 2014 could be Dobson’s year.
Her story so far: Trained by fellow hardcore aficionados, Mickie Knuckles and Mad Man Pondo, Dobson made her debut in 2011 for IWA East Coast. From there Mary worked her way across the Midwest, taking on all challengers, male or female. 2012 saw her debut in the AIW Girl’s Night Out series, taking on the likes of Annie Social, Veda Scott and Athena during her run there. In 2012, she also made her way to Japan, competing for Reina, as well as Ice Ribbon. In 2013, Dobson went on another tour of Japan, this time competing for Diana and an European tour with ICW: Fierce Females. Dobson also made her debut for SHIMMER Women Athletes in October, jumping from the SPARKLE pre-show to the main roster and taking it to independent standout Jessicka Havok, in a match that gained favorable reviews from fans in attendance.
Why we chose her: Crazy Mary Dobson has come pretty far in a very short span of time, and is taking advantage of every opportunity she’s given to the fullest. With a great image, a ton of charisma and potential for days, we feel that 2014 could be Dobson’s breakout year.
Follow Mary on Twitter: @CrazyMaryDobson.
PREVIOUSLY: Candice LeRae | Lana | Santana Garrett | The Owens Twins
Usually when you see Natalya and Tyson Kidd, sans Total Divas appearances, they’re taking it to opponents in the squared circle in their wrestling gear.
Today though, we get a bit of a behind the scenes glance at how snazzy the couple looks when trading in their spandex for a big more of a fancy appearance.
Nattie posted the above photo on her Twitter account, tweeting:
Looking sharp @KiddWWE … Nice to take the spandex off for a day or two! pic.twitter.com/AXNZed8bwG
— Natalya (@NatbyNature) December 21, 2013
So readers, which look do you prefer? Are you digging the elegance or is Nattie more fetching in her ring gear?
Hello all, and welcome to this week’s SmackDown Redux! After defeating the Bellas and Natalya in tag team action this Monday on Raw, Divas Champion AJ Lee is taking some time off, as her bodyguard Tamina Snuka takes on Brie Bella in singles action. Check out the match below:
We kick off the match with Brie (accompanied by Nikki Bella) and Tamina (accompanied by Leather Vest) already in the ring, as AJ takes a seat on commentary. The official calls for the bell and our Divas match underway.
Brie gets the advantage early with a kick combination into a crossbody for a nearfall. With her opponent reeling, Brie tosses her out of the ring and nails her with two boots to the face. Tamina climbs back into the ring and gets a slap to the face from Brie, but gets the last laugh with a huge bodyslam.
Tamina puts the boots to Brie, before dragging her out of the ring and slamming her into the ringframe, earning a nearfall of her own. After a kneestrike and another failed pin attempt, Tamina goes for the submission victory, locking in a sleeper hold.
With some encouragement from her sister, Brie fights out and gains momentum with a flurry of attacks, but Tamina stops her dead in her tracks with a kick to the face for another nearfall.
Frustrated, Tamina goes to the ropes for the Superfly Splash, looking to finish Brie off. Unfortunately for her, she goes flying right into Brie’s knees and gets rolled up by Brie, who is able to keep her down for the three count.
Post-match, AJ freaks out at ringside and Brie shoves her to the ground and celebrates with Nikki.
Thoughts: So are we going with Brie vs AJ yet again, WWE? I love the Total Divas as much as anyone, but in terms of the division, something has to give. AJ had been defending her title against the same group of girls for months and it’s getting a bit stale. WWE needs to pull the trigger on making one of these girls champion or build up another Diva to be a credible challenger, because seeing the same thing, week after week (and month after month), just isn’t out anymore.
That’s all for this week, guys! Until next time!
What’s up Diva fans and welcome to this week’s WWE Superstars Redux. For the third straight week, WWE’s ‘Hybrid Diva’ Kaitlyn is in action yet hurrah, she’s got a new opponent this week. In a little bit of a shock, she’s facing off against none other than Summer Rae! Kaitlyn defeated Aksana twice in as many weeks so can she keep her Superstars streak alive or will Summer dance her way to victory?
TO THE VIDEO!
Out first this week is the sizzling Summer Rae, and is that her NXT entrance music I hear? So happy she’s kept it! I’m not keen on Summer’s main roster attires at all as garish blue and orange together aren’t my thing yet I’ll overlook it as I’m too happy that she’s kept her entrance music. Her entrance is full of attitude and my only complaints are that she didn’t have her own titantron nameplate and that we cut to a shot of the commentary team! Out next is her opponent, the former Divas Champion, Kaitlyn. Kaitlyn is looking better in all black this week and I’m sure she’ll give Summer a hard time of it.
The bell rings and Summer starts taunting Kaitlyn by shaking those hips of hers. Kaitlyn lunges for Summer yet the cowardly heel retreats between the ropes. Summer declares to the Dallas audience that she hasn’t stretched yet so she begins to make sure that her body is ready. Some more dancing happens before Summer points at Kaitlyn, and it looks like Kaitlyn could be about to bring out the robot again! Sadly for Summer, Kaitlyn opts for a couple of clotheslines instead. She follows those hits up with a corner clothesline and a hairgrab takeover and Summer is livid! The Dancing Queen declares that she doesn’t need this and begins to strop up the entrance ramp. Kaitlyn is in hot pursuit and we see that it was a ruse all along as Summer nails Kaitlyn with a roundhouse kick.
Back in the ring, Summer gets a one count and then follows it up with a ballet position rope choke. Yes, that move just happened. Summer uses her tush to knock Kaitlyn into next week although when Summer gets back in from the apron, she nearly gets caught! Luckily for her, Kaitlyn’s small package is pretty sloppy and she manages to escape. Kaitlyn punches Summer before whipping her off the ropes. Summer kicks Kaitlyn in the shoulder, which she follows up with a rhythmic kick to the stomach and a dancing facebuster. Summer gets a two count and although it’s not enough, she carries on undeterred by choking Kaitlyn with her foot in the corner. Summer continues her assault by slamming Kaitlyn’s head to the mat and then she applies a Camel Clutch.
This part of the match is where Summer starts to excel. The charisma and sass she showcases is tremendous! “THEY DON’T LOVE YOU KAITLYN!” “THEY DON’T CARE YOU’RE FROM TEXAS!” Hilarious! Kaitlyn eventually powers out by ramming Summer back first into the turnbuckle and delivering a sweet backbreaker. She begins to pick up more steam by hitting a clothesline and a shoulder tackle and she tops those brutal hits off with a gutbuster. She goes for a cover yet Summer shows her resiliency and kicks out, unlike some people who have been pinned by that move before (I’m looking at you, Aksana!) Summer kicks Kaitlyn in the head to shrug her off yet that doesn’t stop Kaitlyn from looking for her Spear! She darts at Summer yet she hits the turnbuckle instead, allowing Summer to get a roll-up win!
Thoughts: See what happens when fresh girls and match-ups are thrown into the mix? It works and it is thoroughly entertaining! What can we say about Summer that hasn’t already been said? She has the look, the in-ring skill and unlimited charisma. Her character has hints of both her NXT BFF gimmick and her dancing side and I am loving it. Her ranting in the match and the way she reacted at the crowd were textbook heel and all of the Divas should be taking notes from Summer. I’ve said in recent weeks that one positive about Aksana is that she can work the crowd. Summer WEEEERRRRRKKKS the crowd! She is the future of the Divas Division and proof that hard work and studying pays off big time. Although a comedic heel, she had the right balance of comedy and in-ring skill here to show that although funny, she’s still a serious threat.
I also enjoyed how the match went as well. The dancing at the start was light comic relief to get people interested and then the ambush from Summer on the ramp was really different. Kaitlyn sold the Camel Clutch well and although a Camel Clutch is a pretty basic submission, Summer added more to it with her antics to keep it from being boring. The quick pin at the end also stopped Kaitlyn from looking too bad in defeat. After this match, I’d be happy to see these two lock horns again!
Finally, this is my final Redux before Christmas so wherever you are in the world, I wish you a happy and healthy holiday season! Enjoy the food, glorious food! And with that, stay tuned, Jack will be back!
Brooke has brand new entrance music, performed by fellow Knockout Christy Hemme.
The song, titled “Burning Eyes”, has a music video starring Brooke herself, released by Water Effects Entertainment.
Watch the music video below:
You can see her new theme in action on the latest episode of TNA Xplosion.
What do you think of Brooke’s new music?
Welcome to Diva Dirt’s Five to Watch 2013! This annual list compiles five rising talents in the world of women’s wrestling that we think have what it takes to be the next big thing.
RELATED: Diva Dirt’s Five to Watch Class of 2012
From their in-ring abilities to their unique personalities, we aim to spotlight some of the upcoming female talent that you may not yet know about. Over the next five days, we will unveil the names that the Diva Dirt staff have handpicked.
Who are they?: Two of Northern Ireland’s most promising exports, Leah and Kasey Owens have been wowing audiences across the UK for some time now with their impressive ring work – both in singles and tag team action – and their unique, fun and flirtatious personas. 2013 saw the pair branch out in spectacular fashion, getting the chance to hone their craft in Japan with Ice Ribbon while continuing to ascend the ladder of women’s wrestling in Britain.
Their story so far: Debuting in 2010, Leah and Kasey began their careers in their native Ireland, often only having each other as opponents. They soon gained popularity over in Great Britain, moving to Scotland and becoming regular fixtures in Pro Wrestling:EVE and later, Glasgow’s Insane Championship Wrestling. In 2012 they made history when they wrestled the Blossom Twins in the first-ever women’s Twins vs Twins match, and earlier this year reached the semi-finals of the Pro-Wrestling:EVE Tag Team Championship tournament. The summer saw them briefly separate, Kasey fulfilling a lifelong dream by heading to Japan for three months to train and wrestle for Ice Ribbon and Leah remaining in Britain, capping off her feud against Nikki Storm with a losing (but certainly memorable) – effort in a Bra and Panties Match. Kasey’s spell in Japan was fruitful, picking up a tag team victory with Hikaru Shida against Hailey Hatred and Risa Sera in just her first match over there, and having other notable matches against the likes of Tsukasa Fujimoto, Aoi Kizuki and more, before Leah joined her sister to reunite them as a tag team for the remaining three weeks of her stay, furthering their significant appeal in the process.
Why we chose them: Twins seem to be all the rage now in wrestling, but the Owens Twins are much more than just another Bellas or Blossoms. Leah and Kasey are truly their own thing, and with a genuine love for wrestling, a willingness to do whatever it takes to get their audience fully engaged in their match and a gimmick that can be adapted to fit any situation, from the wild and rowdy nature of ICW to more family-friendly environments, they have all the tools to make a real mark for themselves in 2014. Their stock within the UK scene is growing rapidly and a return to Japan may well be on the cards after the new year, but don’t be too surprised to see the Owens Twins turn the heads of a couple of promotions across the Atlantic in the coming months as well.
Follow the Owens on Twitter: @KaseyOwens5, @Leah_Owens1.
PREVIOUSLY: Candice LeRae | Lana | Santana Garrett
Ever wanted to be more like Total Divas‘ Cameron? Well, now you can, with her official t-shirt!
Back in August we reported how Cameron had added a “Girl Bye” t-shirt to her official website, Officially Ariane.
It’s taken over four months, but finally, the WWE has added the apparel to their official shop.
WWE listed the item with the description, “As seen on E! Network’s hit reality show, Total Divas, this new t-shirt is truly the bomb dot com.”
The t-shirt is priced at $24.99 and can be purchased on WWEShop.com.
Will you be buying Cameron’s t-shirt?
There’s Divas action on tonight’s SmackDown! Tune in tonight at 8pm ET on SyFy.
Discuss the show in the comments!
There’s officially one thing we know AJ Lee‘s not so good at: bowling.
The Divas Champion joined CM Punk, Kofi Kingston and Fandango on Team WWE as they bowled against Chris Hardwicke and Team Nerdist in latest episode of the All Star Celebrity Bowling series.
From shaving beards to jumping on each other’s backs, no tactic was left untried. Unfortunately for AJ and her teammates, they eventually succumbed to Team Nerdist.
Watch the video below:
The latest edition of WWE Top 10 counts down the best moves of 2013, and a Diva finisher landed smack dab in the middle of the list.
AJ Lee‘s Black Widow submission on Kaitlyn at Payback appears on the list at number five, beating out such moves as Cody Rhodes‘s superplex to the outside of the ring and Antonio Cesaro‘s Big Swing on The Great Khali.
See the full list by watching the video on WWE.com.
Do you agree with WWE.com’s choice?
Fresh off her return to the ring on Impact, Madison Rayne spoke to the Impact365 cameras about her hiatus and her former friendship with Knockouts Champion Gail Kim.
Madison admitted that, during her hiatus earlier this year, she didn’t know if she’d be wrestling again. That fact, she says, made her win last night even more awesome.
She says that Gail, who used to be her best friend, ruined their friendship. The perk of being someone’s best friend, though, is knowing them inside and out.
Madison then addresses her fans, thanking them for their support and promising that the Madison of old won’t event compare to the new one.
Watch the video below:
WWE.com have counted down their top 25 Matches of the Year and the Divas division has found some representation on the list.
The Divas appear just once in the form of the fan-acclaimed clash between AJ Lee and Kaitlyn at Payback. The match ranks at #13, besting the likes of Dean Ambrose vs. The Undertaker, Alberto Del Rio vs. Christian at Summerslam and Triple H and Brock Lesnar‘s No Holds Barred Match at WrestleMania 29.
Describing the match, WWE.com said, “In a show of wince-inducing ferocity — more brutal than any Divas match waged in 2013 — Kaitlyn and AJ held nothing back.”
The match was notable as it saw Kaitlyn’s reign as Divas Champion come to an end and AJ Lee’s near-historic tenure with the belt begin.
You can vote for this match in the Televised Match of the Year category in of the Diva Dirt Fan Awards by clicking here.
RELATED: WWE Payback in Review: Kaitlyn Cracks and AJ Picks up the Pieces
The following spoilers were taped last night for next week’s edition of WWE Main Event:
So last weeks the ever-wonderful Cryssi filled in for me, and I missed out on recapping the return of the one and only Madison Rayne! Seriously, who looks that good post-baby in like, what, three months? She looks incredible, and last night we saw her return to the ring. She teamed with ODB, whose aid she came to last week, and the pair took on the current Knockouts Champ, Gail Kim, and her lady in waiting, Lei’D Tapa.
Dixie Carter made an appearance during the Feast or Fired segment of Impact, and it appears her issues with Sting are far from over.
Before the match, we were shown a hype package featuring Madison and Gail, detailing their past friendship and the inevitable tensions that broke them apart.
And now, onto the match.
Out first is the team of Gail and Tapa. They’re quickly followed by ODB and Madison. In a message to her fans on Impact365, Madison told of how the new Madison won’t even compare to the one from the last four years. It seems the winds of change are blowing, and I for one can’t wait for Madison to knock Gail off her pedestal.
Kicking things off in the ring are Madison and Tapa, and I’m sure Madison is feeling the pressure now. Not only is it her first go around since coming back, but she’s taking on Lei’D Tapa, who’s arguably one of the toughest women the company has seen yet. Madison takes the fight to Tapa, but can’t get the upper hand. Gail laughs in her exBFF’s face. Rude. Madison gets herself over to her corner, and ODB begs for the tag.
This is something a lot of Knockouts fans have wanted to see for a while, and something a lot of others don’t want to see at all. The ladies lock up and it’s gridlock for a moment, but Tapa dominates ODB and drives her into the corner. ODB turns things around and get the offense rolling with some chops and right hands. She goes for an Irish whip, but she can’t shift Tapa. At all. Tapa in control with a slam, and in comes Gail.
Madison tries to rally the crowd behind ODB, while Gail pounds on her in the corner. Gail doesn’t let up. She hits the running elbow and sends ODB to the mat by her hair, then laps up the boos and hate from the crowd. Her new attire is awesome. Gail attempts a second elbow, but ODB comes charging out of the corner and takes out the champ with a big clothesline. ODB’s on the offensive now, and she tries to knock Tapa off the apron. Tapa hangs on, and then grabs a handful of ODB’s hair. She’s distracted long enough for Gail to land a missile drop kick on her opponent.
Tapa tags back in as the crowd gets behind ODB. She gets womanhandled by Tapa, and can’t catch a break. A big boot to the face and ODB is just dropped again. Gail comes back in and just won’t let up. ODB manages a brief comeback, splattering Gail Kim. Both women are down, and I sense a hot tag coming.
Madison gets the tag and goes right after Gail with clotheslines. She’s throwing the champ around the ring. She follows up with a huge spear, executed beautifully, and slams Gail’s head repeatedly into the mat. Tapa’s had enough and gets in the ring, but ODB isn’t done with her yet. She jumps on her back and applies a sleeper, but Tapa just dumps her right out of the ring. Tapa excuses herself and Gail goes after Madison again. Gail’s in control once again, trash talking and choking her former friend. She sets up the Eat Defeat…
…but Madison counters with a backslide and gets the three count!
Madison has beaten the champion, and she’s the first one to do so since the open challenge. Do I smell a title shot? Madison is ecstatic, and Gail’s just a little bit livid.
I’m excited that Madison Rayne is back. Seriously. I think her and Gail this time around will be interesting; she’ll be the underdog trying to topple a government. Or, in a less dramatic fashion, the goodie trying to beat the baddie. I just hope she wins the title sooner rather than later. How are you lot feeling about Madison’s return? How do you see it playing out? Sound off below!
In closing, I just want to wish all of the Diva Dirt readers a very Merry Christmas, and a Happy Holidays, wherever you’ll be and whatever you’ll be doing. From the Diva Dirt Family to yours.
Until next time, guys!
Welcome to Diva Dirt’s Five to Watch 2013! This annual list compiles five rising talents in the world of women’s wrestling that we think have what it takes to be the next big thing.
RELATED: Diva Dirt’s Five to Watch Class of 2012
From their in-ring abilities to their unique personalities, we aim to spotlight some of the upcoming female talent that you may not yet know about. Over the next five days, we will unveil the names that the Diva Dirt staff have handpicked.
Who is she?: Santana Garrett isn’t just a firey young indy star with a “headband of power” – she’s a second generation wrestler too. Her father, TNT Keny G, wrestled in St. Louis and the surrounding territories and inspired her to enter the business. She burst onto the scene at the tender age of 21, gradually making a name for herself in smaller promotions before debuting in a short-lived role for TNA in 2010. She currently resides in Ocala, Florida, where she rooms with Larry Zbyszko – yes, that Larry Zbyszko.
Her story so far: Since Santana made her SHIMMER debut in 2012, it’s seemed as though she’s been everywhere we turn, from newspaper articles to SHINE to OVW to TNA’s Knockout Knockdown Pay-Per-View to an episode of WWE NXT. The latter appearance had the internet buzzing that Santana was close to being signed by the WWE. Though a deal with WWE or TNA has yet to come to fruition, we think it’s only a matter of time before one of the “big two” nab her. Until then, she seems content to dazzle the indy circuit, charming audiences with Amber O’Neal as America’s Sweethearts. Though a loss forced the duo to split at SHINE 15, it won’t be the last that young promotion has seen of her. On top of all that, Santana made history this year, becoming the first female to win the SCW Florida Cruiserweight Championship in its 13 year history.
Why we chose her: When it comes to female indy wrestlers, no name has had more buzz in 2013 than Santana. Who else has appeared for the two big all-female promotions, TNA and the WWE this year? She’s helped stoke the flames on her Twitter account, too, adding to speculation that she’s on the WWE’s radar. The fact that she made her PWI Female 50 debut this year isn’t a coincidence: this was her breakout year. At this rate, by this time next year, she’ll be on everyone’s radar.
Follow Santana on Twitter: @Santana_Garrett.
PREVIOUSLY: Candice LeRae | Lana
Christmas is in the air and it seems the festive spirit has already taken over NXT.
The Divas took to their finest holiday gear for a special photoshoot to be released sometime in the future. What happened when the cameras weren’t snapping pictures, though? Hugs, of course!
We can only assume that Bayley decided Women’s Champion Paige had qualified for the nice list this year and thus decided to give her her an early present: a big old hug. Doesn’t Paige look thrilled?
Paige posted the picture on her Twitter account, tweeting:
It's that #huglife thing @itsBayleyWWE loves so much… Again. pic.twitter.com/gqIqlVzLNh
— DivaOfTomorrow (@RealPaigeWWE) December 19, 2013
Now onto the big question: how do you think Paige repaid Bayley for the kind gesture?
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