August 30, 2016
Episode 205
(taped August 30, 2016)
City: Dallas, TX
Venue: American Airlines Center
Commentary: Tom Phillips, David Otunga
Ring Announcer: Greg Hamilton
Intro Video
“On My Own” by CFO$
Match 1
Jey Uso w/ Jimmy Uso vs Konnor w/ Viktor
(referee: Dan Engler)
Result: Jey Uso wins via pinfall after a Samoan Splash
Time: 4:14
Match Thoughts
An okay, but very quick-feeling match. Viktor provided some distractions, but they were pretty ineffective in what was really just a showcase for the Usos.
Video
From RAW, the competitors in the Universal Title match talk to each other.
Video
From RAW, Bayley encounters New Day.
Video
A replay of the Six Person Mixed Tag Match from RAW.
Match 2
American Alpha vs Breezango
(referee: Charles Robinson)
Result: Chad Gable pins Tyler Breeze after Grand Amplitude
Time: 7:54
Match Thoughts
Good match. Both teams did what they do best. American Alpha showed impressive strength, speed, and technique, while Breezango had more than a few very nice moments of innovative teamwork and heel tactics. There was one moment that seemed to be awkward between Breeze and Jordan because the camera very obviously cut away to something else while action was taking place, but other than that it was a very solid match.
Video
From RAW, a replay of part of the Universal Title match.
Show Impressions
Not a bad show. The tag match is worth watching.
Match of the Night
American Alpha vs Breezango
Even though there seemed to be one awkward moment, editing removed it from the show. Plus, the rest of the match more than made up for it.