"Show Time Power Hour" TV Taping Number Nine (Week 18)

William Regal: "Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the finest sixty minutes in pro wrestling, the Show Time Power Hour! I'm your host, William Regal. With me, as always, is the lovely Renee Young. Renee, we have a monumental main event signed for today!"

Renee Young: "Indeed we do, William. Our own Commissioner, 'The Bad Guy' Scott Hall, is being forced into the ring by CEO Jordan Richards. Not only that, but he is facing the most dangerous man in the sport, 'The Beast' Brock Lesnar! No one expects him to win, but I'm worried about whether or not he will survive!"

Regal: "Yes, it has been over a decade since Hall wrestled full time for anyone. Can his body, at 50-plus years of age, withstand the punishment Brock Lesnar will undoubtedly unleash? Either way, Jordan Richards has picked a fight with Scott Hall and I don't know if Hall has the backing or firepower to match him."

Young: "It's going to be a happening, just to see Hall back in the ring. However, I don't think the nostalgia birds will roost for very long after the bell rings."

Regal: "We'll see later in the hour. Right now, let's take you to Scarlett Bordeaux, as she introduces what should be a dandy of a match between 'Super Luchas' and their hated new rivals, 'Los Ingobernables.'"

Match One ~ "Super Luchas"--Myzteziz & La Mascara vs. "Los Ingobernables"--Rush & Marco Corleone

This would main event any venue in Mexico. These are four of Mexicos biggest star. Factor in La Sombra and Volador, Jr., who were not a scheduled part of the match, and you have six heavy hitters in the Lucha Libre world. All the typical Lucha spots were hit--multiple "Planchas," "Toupes," dives, flips, flops, and flies, were all on display. Corleone is a specimen. The former Mark Jindrak is impressive and still has the chiseled physique he did fifteen years ago. He provided the muscle for the contest. Ultimately, Myzteziz caught Rush in "La Mistica." Before he could tap out, Volador, Jr., hit the ring. He was followed very quickly by La Sombra, and a six-man brawl erupted. The referee threw the match out.

Winners = no contest in 6:03

Security had to be summoned to break up the "fiesta." Deputy Commissioner Jake "The Snake" Roberts came and issued the following proclamation:

Jake Roberts: "Well boys, it seems you guys don't like each other very much. One got his hood taken fair and square, while the other had his stolen. Then, you both recruited partners to engage in a 'Mexican standoff.' Well, I think we're all entertained by what you guys do. I'd like to see more. Let's turn this into a six-man tag and re-start it right now!"

Match Two ~ "Super Luchas"--Myzteziz, La Sombra, & La Mascara vs. "Los Ingobernables"--Volador, Jr., Rush, & Marco Corleone

The melee ensued. Luchadors were flying all over the ring. The end came when Volador, Jr., used a wrench from underneath the ring to knock Mascara senseless. The referee immediately called for the bell.

Winners = "Super Luchas" by disqualification in 5:23

Regal: "What action! I couldn't keep up with it!"

Young: "It was like watching a jar full of jumping beans going crazy! But, I want to see more!"

Regal: "After the break, will talk about our women's division and have a special match. Stay tuned."

Regal: "We're back. Fans, We have seen a dominant faction in the ladies division known as 'Joshi Mafia' wreak havoc for quite some time. At one time, they owned the Women's Television and Tag Team Championships and were breathing down the neck of Women's Champion Manami Toyota. They still have the tag team titles and have several of them are top contenders to Toyota. Recently, two members of 'Joshi Mafia' were unceremoniously ousted from the group. Kairi Hojo and Chelsea Diamond, collectively known as 'Candy Crush,' were left out in the cold after defeating NWA: Show Time Women's Tag Team Champions Io & Mio Shirai in a match that was supposed to cement them in 'Joshi Mafia.' With a clean victory over the reigning champions in their back pocket, however, 'Candy Crush' has petitioned Commissioner Yuzuki Aikawa and Deputy Commissioner Fuka Kakimoto for a title match."

Young: "I'm excited to announce that the championship match has been granted and will take place right here on the Power Hour! Better, yet, it's next!"

Match Three  ~ NWA: Show Time Women's Tag Team Championship ~ Io & Mio Shirai of "Joshi Mafia" vs. "Candy Crush"--Kairi Hojo & Chelsea Diamond

These four ladies tore the house down. Twenty minutes of Joshi Puroresu elegance graced the television sets of the world, as TBS was the honored vessel to carry that signal. The Shirais masterfully cut the ring in half and wore down Diamond, the largest-statured and strongest of the four. Hojo implored the fans to rejuvenate Diamond. Chelsea took a beating for nearly eight minutes, coming desperately close to making a tag at least three times during that period. When she finally caught up to Hojo, the place came unglued. Kairi went ballistic on both Io and Mio, dropping them in their tracks with punches, chops, and "Clotheslines." The Shirais' "Triple Tails" mate Kana came to the ring with a Kendo stick, poised to wallop Chelsea. As Mio held her up, Kana fired away. Chelsea ducked and Kana obliterated her friend by mistake. Chelsea then "Dropkicked" Kana to the floor. "Joshi Mafia" all attempted interference at that point, but were thwarted by new Stardom joint signees Reo Hazuki, Yuna Manase, Mayu Iwatani, Kris Wolf, and Yoshiko. ACT Yasukawa took one look at Yoshiko and ran like a scalded dog. As the action ramped up on the outside, the ending came on the inside of the ring. Meanwhile, Hojo and Io were both perched precariously on the top rope. Diamond dumped Io to the outside. Kairi then executed her picturesque "Flying Elbow Drop" on Mio for the pinfall.

Winners and NEW NWA: Show Time Women's Tag Team Champions = "Candy Crush" by pinfall in 21:11

Regal: "'Candy Crush' has done it! That's both titles taken from 'Joshi Mafia' in less than a month!"

Young: "Breathtaking! That's one of the best tag team matches I have ever seen, period!"

The fans gave a well-deserved "That was awesome!" chant to all four ladies, as the championship belts were presented to Hojo and Diamond, who celebrated with their Stardom mates.

Regal: "The main event is coming up. Don't go away!"

Regal: "Let's take you to our 'woman on the beat,' Laura Cruz, with an exclusive announcement."

The scene cut away to Laura Cruz backstage.

Laura Cruz: "Hello all! I'm 'Locker Room Lovely" Laura Cruz, and I have an exclusive bit of info for the fans. I have just been informed that NWA World Heavyweight Champion CM Punk is in the building and has requested some time with me. Security is leading me to his dressing room. Ah, here it is!" (Cruz knocked)

CM Punk came to the door wearing a velvet lounge robe.

CM Punk: "Ah yes, Lauren, come on in."

Cruz: "It's Laura, Mr. Punk. Anyway, why have you come to Charlotte, NC, and asked for interview time today?"

Punk: "Because I deserve it. Because I'm the NWA World Heavyweight Champion. Because I'm the best in the world. Is there any other reason?"

Cruz: "No, I suppose there's not. Well, surely you have some important to say, otherwise you would not have traveled so far."

Punk: "Well, Lauren, everything I say is important, first of all. But, yes, I do have an agenda. I'm here to scout Kevin Steen. He is cashing in on his mandatory rematch clause on Saturday at Clash of the Champions. I know that he is scheduled for a non-televised match tonight, so I wanted to see if he's gotten any better since I humbled him and took the 'ten pounds of gold' from him."

Cruz: "Sir, it's Laur-a. Not Laur-en. Regardless, what are your thoughts on the match being inside 'Hell in a Cell?'"

Punk: "I think it's a travesty that a distinguished champion such as myself should be subjected to that level of barbarous match. Ultimately, it won't matter. That, like nothing else in life, Laur-ahhh, will deter me. I've been in 'Hell in a Cell' and I've won 'Hell in a Cell.' Kevin Steen is the one who should be worried. His little buddies won't be able to rescue him. They'll have to sit idly by and watch Steen go to sleep."

Cruz: "You seem very confident. Now, we've seen Brock Lesnar aid you on more than one occasion. This won't be possible inside the 'Cell.' How will you manage that?"

Punk: "First of all, Brock Lesnar is simply an insurance policy to protect my interests. But, make no mistake about it, little lady. I do not need Brock Lesnar's help any more than I need anyone's help to defend this championship. I won it because I earned it, pure and simple. Brock Lesnar knows his place."

Cruz: "Well, then. Is there anything else?"

Punk: "Yeah. Tune in this Saturday to watch Kevin Steen's retirement match."

Cruz: "Thank you, sir. William, back to you."

Regal: "A confident World Champion, or so it seems."

Young: "I don't know how confident he'll be when the door to the 'Cell' is locked behind him and he knows he's all alone against a vengeful Kevin Steen."

Regal: "Fans, it's the moment we've been anticipating since Jordan Richards made the announcement last week. Scott Hall is being forced back into the ring, against Brock Lesnar, with Jordan Richards as the special referee. If there ever was a 'no win' situation, we're staring it in the face."

Young: "I worry for Scott's safety and his well-being during this match. Clearly, the deck has been stacked and Jordan Richards is making an example of him."

Regal: "Scarlett, take it away!"

Match Four ~ Brock Lesnar with Maria Kanellis vs. Scott Hall (Special Referee ~ Jordan Richards)

Scott Hall came to the ring oozing machismo, as he always does. He looked to be in great shape. He was flanked by Deputy Commissioner Jake Roberts and his son Cody Hall. Lesnar made his normal entrance with Maria Kanellis and Jordan Richards en tow. Richards smirked devilishly as he showed the camera his striped referee's shirt. Lesnar took it to Hall, as you would expect, ferociously and maniacally tearing into him. Richards allowed for blatant rules violations like chokes and corner attacks without so much as employing the mandatory five-count. Lesnar set up Hall in the corner and went to the opposite side of the ring. He charged ahead for a "Stinger Splash," but Hall moved. Lesnar's head hit the corner post and opened a gash over his right eye. Hall immediately "School Boy Rolled" Lesnar, but Richards feigned a knee injury and took his sweet time getting down for the count. By the time he started, Lesnar kicked out at one. Hall went to work, nevertheless. He peppered the dazed Lesnar with punches, a la "Razor Ramon." When he hit Lesnar with a "Discus Punch" that took him down, the crowd began to swell. Lesnar and Hall exchanged offensive flurries. Scott surprisingly was able to keep up with Brock, mainly due to Lesnar's blood loss weakening him. Hall called for the "Razor's Edge" and hoisted Lesnar up on his shoulders. The crowd was frenzied at this point, as they saw a Hall victory within grasp. Just then, Cody rushed into the ring and leveled his dad with a "Yakuza Kick." The crowd gasped. Richards, Kanellis, and Lesnar all looked stunned. Brock shook off the cobwebs and scooped Scott up for a thunderous "F-5." Richards made the super-fast count, but it was academic at that point.

Winner = Brock Lesnar by pinfall in 7:38

As Richards and company began to lay the boots to Scott, Truth Martini came to ringside laughing. He put his arm around Cody and led him to the back. Kevin Steen, Claudio Castagnoli, Dean Ambrose, "Wrestling's Greatest Tag Team," and the "All Night Xpress" all hit the ring to break up the mugging and attend to Scott Hall.

Richards, Lesnar, and "The Kingdom" walked away triumphantly, taunting the heroes in the ring.

Regal: "Did we just see what we thought we saw? Did a son just turn against his father?"

Young: "The only explanation I can come up with is that Truth Martini must have somehow gotten into Cody Hall's head. Why else would he have done that to his own flesh and blood?"

Regal: "I can scarcely fathom it, Renee! Regardless, we need answers. Fans, we have run out of time. Tune in this Thursday on TNT for Show Time Femme Fatales and don't forget that, Saturday on TBS, Clash of the Champions will emanate from Denver, Colorado. We'll be back on TBS next Tuesday for another episode of the Show Time Power Hour. For Renee Young, I'm William Regal saying, ta ta for now."

After the taping went off the air, a special in house dark match between Adam Cole and Kevin Steen took place. CM Punk interfered and caused the DQ. He wailed on Steen with a steel chair to end the night.