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Tony Khan came out right before Rampage started, Tony Khan came out and said they have some of the best wrestlers in the world and said that they've got thousands of the best wrestling fans in the world in the house.
Chris Jericho came out and heeled the crowd.
The announcers are Jim Ross and Excalibur with Jericho. Ring announcer Justin Roberts announced you could get exclusive Ross and Excalibur action figures at Ringside Collectibles.
AEW RAMPAGE:
*Matt Hardy vs. Darby Allin. Darby mocked the Hardys' mannerisms before missing a swanton off the top to the apron outside as Matt moved. Matt worked him over on the floor and ran him back-first into the ring post. Allin sold his back even after he made his comeback and hit some big moves. Hardy nailed the Side Effect for a near fall. Hardy caught Allin on the ropes and nailed a Razor's Edge into a sit-out powerbomb. Hardy went to the top but missed a moonsault. Darby nailed a Code Red but Hardy kicked up. Allin used the Last Supper to score the pinfall. Allin left for the back. The lights went out and when they returned, Julia Hart was inside the ring with Hardy and Brody King was behind Hardy, drilling him with a lariat. King challenged Sting and Allin to come to the ring. He told them that just because they cut the head off the snake, there is still venom in the fangs. They challenged Sting and Darby to face them in a No DQ match next week in Queens. They agreed.
*Tony Schiavone interviewed ROH Champion Claudio Castagnoli, who came out with Wheeler Yuta. Claudio said his championship represents Honor and the logo of the Blackpool Combat Club is the new symbol of excellence. They are a team and a family who make each other better. They win and they lose, together. Last week, unfortunately, Wheeler Yuta lost the ROH Pure title but he will get back up and win it again. Last week, Claudio had one of the hardest matches and hardest opponent he's ever faced in Dax Harwood. Next week, it will be a great week for the BBC because Moxley and Danielson are in the finals for the AEW title. Iron sharpens irons. Next week, there will be another World Champion in the BBC and will have two world champions in their ranks. Chris Jericho got up from commentary. He said the JAS is the symbol of excellence. Jericho ran down his accolades but said the one place he's never been World Champion was Ring of Honor. Seven World titles isn't enough for him, he wants "ocho." He challenged Claudio for a title match "this Wednesday" at Grand Slam. Claudio said he was hoping this would happen and has been waiting for this moment for a long time. He said Jericho was on. The match was official.
*They aired a backstage promo on the screens. TBS Champ Jade Cargill said she didn't have any more competition. Diamante challenged her to next week in NYC and said she wouldn't be coming alone.
*Willow Nightingale vs. Penelope Ford. Ford attacked Willow early. Willow made a comeback but Penelope avoided a Pounce attempt. Ford worked her over for some time but Nightingale kept kicking out. Willow finally caught Penelope with an enziguiri after a cartwheel. Ford caught her out of nowhere with a stunner for a close two count. Ford finally scored the submission with the Muta Lock.
*Ethan Page with Stokely Hathaway quickly defeated Danhausen with a Razor's Edge.
*ROH TV Champion Samoa Joe vs. Josh Woods with Mark Sterling and Tony Nese. Lots of stiff shots and strikes early. Joe jabbed away at Josh. Woods blocked a headbutt and nailed a series of knee strikes to Joe. Woods worked over Joe's arm for a long time. Joe made a comeback and nailed a powerslam for a two count. Woods nailed a Fireman's Carry into a knee strike for a two count. Joe caught him with a Uranage in the corner, then nailed Tony Nese when he tried to interfere. Joe nailed the Muscle Buster and scored the pin. Nese and Woods attacked Joe after the bout but Wardlow hit the ring for the save. They were going to beat down Sterling but Nese and Woods pulled him out. Wardlow and Joe faced off and stared each other down, then showed each other respect.
After they went off the air, Joe took the mic and thanked Albany, NY, then put over Wardlow. He said they both like to kick tons of ass, so next week they team up and go after everyone Mark Sterling has. The crowd chanted, "WardJoe." He said that the battle cry has been heard and they will bring war to every building they come to. Joe signed off and said "We run things now."
Ian Riccaboni was with the announcers for the final match.
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