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Impact: Singing Sting's praises
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CHRIS SOKOL - SLAM! Wrestling
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We are rapidly approaching TNA Final Resolution which means only one thing -- the debut of Sting. TNA promises us a tribute to man who bleeds black and white,
but will it be one of good spirit, or a complete mockery?
Things start off with a recap of last week's event and some build up for
tonight's Sting Tribute. I smell a rat in this one.
Match One - Team 3D vs Buck Quartermain and Lex
Lovett
Team 3D made their in-ring return in a big way taking out Jobbers Inc. They
went through their usual routine, finishing Lovett off with a 3D.
Winners Via Pinfall - Team 3D
After the match Brother Ray grabbed the mic and let it be known that Team
3D was coming for the NWA World Tag Team Titles. The Impact Zone was in full
agreement and seems high on Team 3D and their aspiration to become NWA tag
champs for the first time in their career.
Some of the TNA stars shared their thoughts on Sting and how his arrival
will affect TNA. Let's just hope that TV appearances are part of the deal. You
can't push a guy who plans on making one appearance a month -- it's just not going
to work.
In the back, Jeff Jarrett hyped the Tribute to Sting, claiming that it was
going to be Sting's night. Scott D'Amore walked in with a letter from the
commissioner about the Jackie Gayda situation. Jarrett was quick to evade any
questioning and left the lockeroom.
Match Two - Apolo and Homicide w/ Konnan vs The
Naturals
This wasn't a match, but rather a mugging. Before things got underway,
Konnan hit the ring with a loaded sock and took out both Chase Stevens and Andy
Douglas. Kip and BG James came out to save them, but also fell victim to a sock
sacking. When Homicide is all healed up expect some classics.
Winners - NO CONTEST
Chris Sabin was the next TNA star to pump Sting's arrival. Sabin recalled
Sting's battles with Hulk Hogan and how he enjoyed them as a kid.
Jackie Gayda and Larry Zybysko were shown leaving Zybysko's office as
Zybysko was caught by Austin Aries, Alex Shelly and Roderick Strong. The three X
Division stars complained about their lack of respect and demanded a spot on the
Final Resolution PPV. Jerry Lynn walked over and took the three young men away
so they could get ready for the Impact Main Event.
Match Three- Bobby Roode w/ Coach Scott D'Amore vs Ron "The
Truth" Killings
Killings won this match immediately with a quick roll-up.
Winner Via Pinfall - Ron "The Truth" Killings
Roode whined and complained that he wasn't ready and in turn received a
rematch.
Match Four - Bobby Roode w/ Coach Scott D'Amore vs Ron
"The Truth" Killings
Roode attempted to gain some revenge by using the hockey stick, however he
was once again rolled up and pinned.
Winner Via Pinfall - Ron "The Truth" Killings
D'Amore whined and complained this time and another rematch was set
up.
Match Five - Bobby Roode w/ Coach Scott D'Amore vs Ron "The Truth"
Killings
This was at least a longer match then the previous two. Killings nearly
picked up the win again, but D'Amore's distraction proved to be favorable to
"Canada's New Favorite Son," as Roode came from behind with the Northern Lariat
and picked up the win.
Winner Via Pinfall - Bobby Roode
"The Franchise" Shane Douglas caught up with Samoa Joe, leading to Joe's
first words. Joe told Douglas that at Final Resolution, he was going to end
Christopher Daniels' career.
Match Six - Austin Aries, Alex Shelly and Roderick Strong vs "The
Fallen Angel" Christopher Daniels, Chris Sabin and "The Phenomenal" AJ
Styles
The X Division continues to be the forefront of TNA. Sure, they are not
using the traditional style of wrestling that many fans are used to, but
you have to give credit where credit is due. This is one of the things that
makes TNA unique. This match saw everyone hit their signature moves in some
form or fashion, but in the end it was the up and coming Aries, Shelly and
Strong who were able to attack Sabin three-on-one and pick up the victory.
Winners Via Pinfall - Austin Aries, Alex Shelly and Roderick
Strong
Christian Cage was next to do his bit on how huge the arrival of Sting in
TNA is going to be.
Jeff Jarrett came out next and announced that it was time for the Tribute
to Sting. He introduced "Showtime" Eric Young who came out as the early Sting.
Chris Harris came out next as 1990s Sting, while "The Alpha Male" Monty Brown
came out as modern-day Sting. After some banter, Christian Cage came out and
told them to get out of the ring because they were embarrassing themselves. Cage
and Team 3D proceeded to hit the ring, Abyss and Father James Mitchell soon
followed, Rhino came out next to deliver Abyss with a gore and clean house as
the faces stood victorious.
All I can say is that Sting's arrival will have to be done right. He needs
to shine like never before to live up to the hype that has been created around
him. Sting is still (or least the last time I saw him) in shape, which could
mean a promising run in TNA if he desires.
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Chris Sokol is from Long Island, NY and enjoyed the Sting Tribute.
If you have the same sentiments, feel free to drop him an email at: CJS137@aol.com.
