August 16, 2016
Episode 203
(taped August 16, 2016)
City: Austin, TX
Venue: Frank Erwin Center
Commentary: Tom Phillips, David Otunga
Ring Announcer: Greg Hamilton
Intro Video
“On My Own” by CFO$
Match 1
Kane vs Ricky Starks
(referee: Mike Chioda)
Result: Kane wins via pinfall after a chokeslam
Time: 2:11
Match Thoughts
Squash, though it took a little longer than expected. Kane just seemed like he was taking his time.
Video
From RAW, Seth Rollins calls out the Demon King.
Video
From RAW, Rusev faces Roman Reigns.
Match 2
Baron Corbin vs Rhyno
(referee: Dan Engler)
Result: Baron Corbin wins via pinfall after End of Days
Time: 10:29 (1 break)
Match Thoughts
Pretty good match. It was a good power versus power matchup. Nothing wrong with this one, but it didn’t particularly stand out either.
Video
The path to Summer Slam for Lesnar and Orton.
Show Impressions
If they’re going to put a squash on Main Event, they should at least add another match to make up for the lack of wrestling. Otherwise this was a pretty average show.
Match of the Night
Baron Corbin vs Rhyno
Considering the Kane match was a squash, this one wins the night by default. Even so, this match was alright.