September 30, 2016
Episode 390
(taped September 26, 2016)
City: Cincinnati, OH
Venue: US Bank Arena
Commentary: Tom Phillips, Corey Graves
Ring Announcer: Jojo
Intro Video
“New Day Coming” by CFO$
Match 1
Sami Zayn vs Curtis Axel
(referee: Darrick Moore)
Result: Sami Zayn wins via pinfall after a Helluva Kick
Time: 4:38
Match Thoughts
this was okay, but it was kind of slow. Axel kept shutting Zayn down, which could be interesting, but it just made it seem like the match had a hard time getting going.
Video
From RAW, Rusev gets a rematch for the US Title.
Video
From RAW, Charlotte gloats about her win at Clash of Champions.
Match 2
Neville vs Jinder Mahal
(referee: John Cone)
Result: Neville wins via pinfall after a Red Arrow
Time: 7:57 (1 break)
Match Thoughts
Good match. Mahal looked surprisingly good and dominated a good portion of the match. The ending took a little too long and was obvious from very far away, but that’s a minor complaint in an otherwise good match.
Video
From RAW, the Highlight Reel with guest Kevin Owens.
Show Impressions
Kind of a forgettable show, but the Mahal/Neville match is worth watching.
Match of the Night
Neville vs Jinder Mahal
More action, more competitive, better match.