Gordi the former AEW fan Posted December 25, 2021 Share Posted December 25, 2021 Jungle Boy vs. Isiah Kassidy Hook vs. Bear Bronson “Legit” Leyla Hirsch vs. Kris Statlander TNT Championship Match: Sammy Guevara (c) vs. Cody Rhodes I'm marking out for Legit Leyla and Bear Country on TV. Also wanna see if Hook can toss a big man around. Every one of those matches has the potential to steal the show, and all of them should be very good at the very least. Merry Christmas, everyone! 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John E. Dynamite Posted December 25, 2021 Share Posted December 25, 2021 (edited) The lights go off, a chorus of voices is heard, then... Spotlight on a manger scene Brandi is dressed as Mary. Dustin is Joseph. Arn, Malenko, and Lynn as the Three Wise Men. Fuego is a donkey. Pyro goes off. Cody emerges from the manger inexplicably dressed as an adult Jesus with an American flag sash. The crowd goes wild and Cody is never boo'ed again Edited December 26, 2021 by John E. Dynamite 1 2 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casey Posted December 25, 2021 Share Posted December 25, 2021 Dude, spoilers! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John from Cincinnati Posted December 25, 2021 Share Posted December 25, 2021 Blessed to receive the gift of Cody Rhodes on this fine Christmas. Thank you for saving wrestling, Coach Tony Khan. 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Infinit Posted December 25, 2021 Share Posted December 25, 2021 They really should've saved HOOK's debut for tonight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Technico Support Posted December 25, 2021 Share Posted December 25, 2021 (edited) I’d be fine with Cody beating Sammy to regain the belt. I don’t love Cody’s meandering angle that may not be an angle at all but at least he’d be somewhat interesting with the title, which is more than I can say for Sammy’s “it takes me a few minutes to remember who’s the champ” reign. Cody needs to win the title and dial up the arrogant shithead act about 175%. Edited December 25, 2021 by Technico Support 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bryan Posted December 25, 2021 Share Posted December 25, 2021 31 minutes ago, Technico Support said: I I’d be fine with Cody beating Sammy to regain the belt. I don’t love Cody’s meandering angle that may not be an angle at all but at least he’d be somewhat interesting with the title, which is more than I can say for Sammy’s “it takes me a few minutes to remember who’s the champ” reign. Cody needs to win the title and dial up the arrogant shithead act about 175%. It’s a bummer that the inner circle reuniting for Jericho’s feud with American Top Team really derailed his title reign. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zendragon Posted December 25, 2021 Share Posted December 25, 2021 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt D Posted December 25, 2021 Share Posted December 25, 2021 That pictures has big “Okay, who’s arrived to the arena early?” vibes. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John E. Dynamite Posted December 26, 2021 Share Posted December 26, 2021 I'll be that guy. Two matches in and Hook's no-selling a Fire Thunder Driver from a guy twice his size. Already we're going from really organic and fun hype to dumb, forced stuff. This isn't Hook's bad, this is troubling booking. Hated it~ 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jiji Posted December 26, 2021 Share Posted December 26, 2021 HOOK now has Road Warrior no sell powers. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
For Great Justice Posted December 26, 2021 Share Posted December 26, 2021 (edited) Thus closes the chapter on what was in my personal opinion TK’s first significant misstep as a booker: 1) Sammy being the least consequential title holder in company history and 2) the fact that Miro ever lost it in the first place Edited December 26, 2021 by For Great Justice 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dog Posted December 26, 2021 Share Posted December 26, 2021 (edited) Counterpoint: If Miro never loses the title, we don't get promos about his vengeance on God. Edited December 26, 2021 by Dog 9 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jiji Posted December 26, 2021 Share Posted December 26, 2021 3 minutes ago, For Great Justice said: This closes the door on what was in my personal opinion TK’s first significant misstep as a booker: 1) Sammy being the least consequential title holder in company history and 2) the fact that Miro ever lost it in the first place I think Sammy being the guy to beat Miro does a lot more than Cody beating Miro, but yeah, it does feel like Miro could've gone another 3-6 months no problem before somebody was able to take advantage of the wonky neck and the accumulation of damage he'd received on it. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John from Cincinnati Posted December 26, 2021 Share Posted December 26, 2021 What a great time to be a wrestling fan!!!!!!!! 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Natural Posted December 26, 2021 Share Posted December 26, 2021 18 minutes ago, For Great Justice said: Thus closes the chapter on what was in my personal opinion TK’s first significant misstep as a booker: 1) Sammy being the least consequential title holder in company history and 2) the fact that Miro ever lost it in the first place 14 minutes ago, Dog said: Counterpoint: If Miro never loses the title, we don't get promos about his vengeance on God. Miro should have kept the TNT Championship longer and Eddie Kingston beating him for it. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hail Sabin Posted December 26, 2021 Share Posted December 26, 2021 7 hours ago, Technico Support said: I’d be fine with Cody beating Sammy to regain the belt. I don’t love Cody’s meandering angle that may not be an angle at all but at least he’d be somewhat interesting with the title, which is more than I can say for Sammy’s “it takes me a few minutes to remember who’s the champ” reign. Cody needs to win the title and dial up the arrogant shithead act about 175%. CODY needs to fast track making two TNT title Rings like he did with the ROH Title to really amp up arrogant shithead act like you said. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordi the former AEW fan Posted December 26, 2021 Author Share Posted December 26, 2021 Apparently, up next: Spoiler Son of a son of a plumber vs Son of Tazz 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Natural Posted December 26, 2021 Share Posted December 26, 2021 Cody Rhodes has won the original silver TNT Championship with red strap, the gold TNT Championship with red strap and now this. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A.M.B. Posted December 26, 2021 Share Posted December 26, 2021 44 minutes ago, John E. Dynamite said: I'll be that guy. Two matches in and Hook's no-selling a Fire Thunder Driver from a guy twice his size. Already we're going from really organic and fun hype to dumb, forced stuff. This isn't Hook's bad, this is troubling booking. Hated it~ Yeah, I thought the match was really bizarre. Hook not selling for small guys is one thing but this felt like a total misfire to me. The way he sold the punches in the corner looked really bad as well. Main event was good, part of me feels bad for Sammy but the other part of me feels like he was given a chance to sink or swim and doesn’t quite have the promo ability and charisma to stand out beyond his (albeit amazing) athleticism yet, and needs more time to develop. Cody’s angle is pretty interesting to me, because it always has me wondering if they’re actually aware of how unlikeable some of the things he does are, but I’m like 90% sure that’s the point, and that they’re aware that it makes him a better heel if they insist on him being a good guy. It’s actually kinda groundbreaking and forward thinking of an angle if that’s the case. That entrance theme intro makes me cringe every time, it’s so absurdly drawn out and self indulgent for a show that always feels like they’re crunched for time. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
For Great Justice Posted December 26, 2021 Share Posted December 26, 2021 Hahaha they turned off replies on the tweet I no longer know where true north is within the Codyverse 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coletti Posted December 26, 2021 Share Posted December 26, 2021 The no-sell was dumb and unnecessary but otherwise good show. I wish more folks had more chill intro music like HOOK. Bray Wyatt's old theme was such a great theme, partially for that reason. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Octopus Posted December 26, 2021 Share Posted December 26, 2021 (edited) All hail King Cody! The first 3 time TNT champion. Mr AEW. I wasn’t crazy about the no-sell BUT I loved the camerawork. Excellently shot and live edited. Edited December 26, 2021 by Octopus 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Casey Posted December 26, 2021 Share Posted December 26, 2021 (edited) If it keeps Cody out of the World title picture, sure, yeah, let him have 20 goddamn reigns with the TNT title. Edited December 26, 2021 by Casey 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoeCristyV.1.6 Posted December 26, 2021 Share Posted December 26, 2021 So, building up the GTH as killer move to just kicking out just after 2 directly after it is hit. Cody is super human. And his burn scars are uglier than his neck tattoo! All hail King Cody! Wait for it... Fuck Cody Rhodes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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