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Post by lildude8218 on Sept 7, 2017 9:40:09 GMT -5
It's a huge shame about that birthmark on Toni Storm's face. She also needs to learn how to pick a proper sized hat.
I'm ashamed that it took me two weeks to realize that Piper Niven used to wrestle as Triangle Man
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Post by Hurbster on Sept 7, 2017 13:11:50 GMT -5
Enough of the hat-shaming please.
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Post by 2coldMack is even more baffled on Sept 7, 2017 13:31:58 GMT -5
Piper vs. Toni might be my favorite match of the tournament so far. It just felt "Old school British wrestling" at first, then bled into a modern strong style type match. Really fun to watch.
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Post by Slanted and Enchanted on Sept 7, 2017 14:36:03 GMT -5
There's no doubt that Niven is a better wrestler, she doesn't have anywhere near the presence of Nia Jax. Jax looks like wants to hurt people, Niven looks like she got lost heading to read on the beach. A wrestler should look like a wrestler, not somebody who walked out of the crowd. Before anyone jumps down my throat, what I mean when I say that, is attire, how they carry themselves, what makes them standout. In my opinion, nothing about her really stood out. Fair point, and I agree somewhat. I think the thing with Niven is that she's not supposed to be presented as an intimidating killer like Nia Jax (or at least what they're trying to do with Nia Jax). She doesn't have Nia's presence but I don't think she's really supposed to. With Piper's personality and how she carries herself I think she's more in the vein of a Dokota Kai or Toni Storm except she's bigger and has more of a hoss moveset.
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Post by The Kevstaaa on Sept 7, 2017 15:20:07 GMT -5
WWE Mae Young Classic Episode #6 September 7th, 2017 | Full Sail University in Winter Park, Florida
The second round concludes here as we trim sixteen to eight in time for the quarterfinals.
Ronda Rousey was shown arriving to check out Shayna Baszler’s match later.
Lacey Evans vs. Toni Storm Evans beat Taynara Conti in a surprisingly good first round match, while Storm went over Ayesha Raymond to advance. Evans, a WWE project, got a chance to shine, while Storm didn’t have an impress opening round, but is pretty awesome. Storm held serve early, but showed off too much with her hip attacks and got rolled up. Evans busted out a slingshot elbow and remained in control by focusing on the arm. Storm came back with a backstabber and seemingly dropped Evans on her head on a Northern lights suplex. She then slipped free of the Jig and Toni won via WWE approved Strong Zero in 5:05. Solid match. I was again impressed by Evans, though Storm’s two matches felt like it was more about the girls who lost instead of giving her a chance to shine. She meets Piper Niven in the Quarterfinals. [**½]
Mia Yim vs. Shayna Baszler Yim defeated Sarah Logan, while Baszler dominated Zeda. Baszler walked past Bayley, Charlotte and Becky Lynch in the front row. She brushed them off as they flashed the four fingers at her. The other three MMA Horsewomen were shown at ringside as well. Shayna lit Mia up with kicks and whenever Mia got in offense, there was a sense of urgency behind it. She took Shayna down with a suicide dive that got a big pop. Back inside, they exchanged strikes and holds, with Mia using a tarantula and German suplex. Shayna rolled into the ankle lock, but Mia fought to get free. She got two on a powerbomb and attempted a 450 splash. Shayna got the knees up and applied a rear naked choke to advance in 5:37. Great little sprint here. Their styles matched up well and there was no downtime. Lots of action, helped along by a hot crowd. They’re building that Shayna is an incredibly dangerous competitor who can win at any moment. [***¼]
On her way out, Shayna stopped to celebrate with her fellow Horsewomen. She also stopped to staredown Becky, Bayley and Charlotte, while the crowd went nuts.
Dakota Kai vs. Rhea Ripley Ripley is just 20 and was impressive in her win over Miranda Salinas, while Kai beat Kavita Devi to advance. We got quick, even exchanges to start, until Kai started in with kicks. They looked and sounded great. Ripley caught one with Dakota on the outside, got Kai on her shoulders and dropped her face first onto the apron in a great spot. Ripley started using her size to her advantage, getting two on a flapjack that Kai bumped well for. Kai began picking the pace back up, but ate a pretty Northern lights suplex for a near fall. They battled up top, where Kai fought off a superplex. Ripley fell into tree of Joey Lawrence position and Kai delivered the double stomp to win in 7:01. One of the most fun matches so far. Both girls are just a joy to watch. Ripley is gonna have a bright future, while Kai is great and should step into the NXT Women’s Title picture once this tournament ends. A good power vs. speed battle, with Kai showcasing some great kicks and fire. I can’t say enough about the potential both women have. Kai meets Kairi Sane in the Quarterfinals. [***½]
Candice LeRae vs. Nicole Savoy Savoy beat Reina Gonzalez, while Candice LeRae advanced over Renee Michelle. I saw these two meet in SHIMMER a while back (**½). Savoy refused the handshake and the crowd gave us “Candice Wrestling” chants again. Candice played the underdog, which a role she was born for. Savoy was aggressive from the opening bell and looked much better than her opening round outing. Candice’s offense felt like desperation moves, with Savoy battering her at each opening. Nicole couldn’t put Candice away, growing frustrated. They fought up top, where Candice blocked a superplex and hit the Wild Ride to win in 5:53. Solid, but completely unremarkable. Savoy lacked in both performances and while Candice was good, there’s more to her. They told the right story, it just felt kind of flat. I also didn’t like how the finish setup was too similar to the previous match. Candice faces Baszler in the next round. [**¾]
Overall: 7/10. I enjoyed this about as much as the other second round episode. Evans/Storm and LeRae/Savoy were fine matches. Baszler/Yim was very good and I loved the Horsewomen angle. It wasn’t big, but got a great reaction. Ripley/Kai was one of my favorite matches of the tournament so far. After a fine first round, the second round saw improvements across the board and I’m pumped for the quarterfinals.
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Post by Perfect Timing on Sept 7, 2017 17:11:28 GMT -5
Shayna basically robbed Jazzy Gabert of her spot in the final.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 7, 2017 17:34:32 GMT -5
I need to see a Becky Lynch and Toni Storm promo. The dorkiness would be off the charts.
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Post by PKO on Sept 7, 2017 18:29:14 GMT -5
How unbelievabley ADORABLE is Kairi Sane!! "TOO dangerous...I be careful" This really is one of the most adorable wrestling videos I've seen. A cute lady who can kick ass. What does Alundra say in Japanese, does anyone know?
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Post by Deleted on Sept 7, 2017 20:30:28 GMT -5
This thing was really, really harmed by bad commentary. There's just basic ass shit like Candice putting on the Gargano Escape and no one calling it. Like, that's a really obvious story point. How do you not know that?
Shayna is the star of this thing if you ask me. She looks like a killer.
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Post by AwamoriRock on Sept 7, 2017 20:51:33 GMT -5
How unbelievabley ADORABLE is Kairi Sane!! "TOO dangerous...I be careful" This really is one of the most adorable wrestling videos I've seen. A cute lady who can kick ass. What does Alundra say in Japanese, does anyone know? "Ganbatte" (頑張って)--good luck, fight on, etc.
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Post by carp (SPC, Itoh Respect Army) on Sept 7, 2017 23:30:16 GMT -5
Christ, the booking of Baszler drives me crazy every time it happens in the WWE. "She's especially tough, because she's a REAL fighter who does REAL fighting!" Dudes, you're a pro wrestling company, why do you like go out of your way to make pro wrestling look bad?
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Post by EoE: Well There's Your Problem on Sept 7, 2017 23:59:38 GMT -5
Christ, the booking of Baszler drives me crazy every time it happens in the WWE. "She's especially tough, because she's a REAL fighter who does REAL fighting!" Dudes, you're a pro wrestling company, why do you like go out of your way to make pro wrestling look bad? It's not like she's been completely squashing everyone other than Zeda, who's probably had a single-digit number of matches in her entire wrestling career so far. Yim, LeRae and Martinez were all competitive in defeat. Besides, Sane's been set to win this thing since the day it was announced, basically.
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Post by carp (SPC, Itoh Respect Army) on Sept 8, 2017 0:02:14 GMT -5
Christ, the booking of Baszler drives me crazy every time it happens in the WWE. "She's especially tough, because she's a REAL fighter who does REAL fighting!" Dudes, you're a pro wrestling company, why do you like go out of your way to make pro wrestling look bad? It's not like she's been completely squashing everyone other than Zeda, who's probably had a single-digit number of matches in her entire wrestling career so far. Yim, LeRae and Martinez were all competitive in defeat. Besides, Sane's been set to win this thing since the day it was announced, basically. It's not just her winning, it's the way they talk about it. In her interview, she even said something like "I have an advantage, because I'm experienced with combat." Kayfabe, Mia Yim has more combat experience than she does.
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Post by EoE: Well There's Your Problem on Sept 8, 2017 0:06:07 GMT -5
It's not like she's been completely squashing everyone other than Zeda, who's probably had a single-digit number of matches in her entire wrestling career so far. Yim, LeRae and Martinez were all competitive in defeat. Besides, Sane's been set to win this thing since the day it was announced, basically. It's not just her winning, it's the way they talk about it. In her interview, she even said something like "I have an advantage, because I'm experienced with combat." Kayfabe, Mia Yim has more combat experience than she does. I think they're using that trait the right way, though... As something that gives a comparatively green talent a leg up in credibility (Kurt Angle, Ken Shamrock) as opposed to an excuse for her to just squash people (post-UFC Brock Lesnar).
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Post by carp (SPC, Itoh Respect Army) on Sept 8, 2017 0:09:27 GMT -5
I think they're using that trait the right way, though... As something that gives a comparatively green talent a leg up in credibility (Kurt Angle, Ken Shamrock) as opposed to an excuse for her to just squash people (post-UFC Brock Lesnar). Oh sure, they could be doing it worse. It's just stupid to wink at your audience about how this one person is especially dangerous because y'know REAL fighting, not like this fakey wrestling stuff.
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Post by The Kevstaaa on Sept 8, 2017 10:49:38 GMT -5
WWE Mae Young Classic Episode #7 September 8th, 2017 | Full Sail University in Winter Park, Florida
The quarterfinals are upon us. This episode has all four matches involving the remaining eight women, as we narrow it down to four heading into the Semi-Finals. Abbey Laith, Candice LeRae, Dakota Kai, Kairi Sane, Mercedes Martinez, Piper Niven, Shayna Baszler and Toni Storm are all that remain.
Abbey Laith vs. Mercedes Martinez Laith has gone past Jazzy Gabert (***½) and Rachel Evers (***), while Martinez beat Xia Li (**½) and Princesa Sugehit (**¼). Lots of work on the mat to start, with Martinez peppering in some slaps. Martinez continued to play the aggressor, lighting up Laith with chops. Martinez seemed to be favoring her shoulder from previous matches, which I always appreciate. Whenever Laith fired up and got something going, Martinez found a way to cut her off. Laith got her biggest opening and hit a cross body to the outside, where her knees landed on the ramp, which had to suck. Laith had the alligator clutch countered, but still got two on a German. She went for the clutch again and it was countered once more. Martinez then used the fisherman’s buster to advance in 8:58. I thought this was good. Martinez was aggressive, but her shoulder injury opened the door for some Laith rallies. Laith has potential as a fiery babyface down the line. The trend of one woman making a crucial mistake and it costing them continues, as Laith went for the clutch too often. [***]
Candice LeRae vs. Shayna Baszler LeRae beat Renee Michelle (**½) and Nicole Savoy (**¾), while Baszler got past Zeda (**¼) and Mia Yim (***¼). Johnny Gargano and Baszler’s fellow MMA Horsewomen were in the crowd. No Shayna handshake again. Shayna attacked quickly, but LeRae avoided a strike and her momentum took her outside. Candice followed with a suicide dive DDT that got the crowd going. Candice applied the octopus and transitioned to the Gargano Escape, with the crowd losing their minds. Shayna countered with a side slam and sold the arm. Up top, Candice went for the Wild Ride, but Shayna countered in midair to a rear naked choke for the win in 3:11. About as good as you’re going to get in three minutes. Candice was the perfect underdog, with the fans buying into her hope spots. She’s sympathetic, which works perfectly with Shayna’s badass style. She looked legit in catching Candice with the finish. Baszler meets Martinez in the Semi-Finals. [***¼]
Post-match, Baszler refused to break the submission. Tons of heat for that. Candice got choked out cold, which was when Shayna finally released it, to a chorus of boos. Johnny Gargano hopped in the ring to check on his wife. Shayna kicked the fallen Candice right in front of him. Expertly done segment, cementing Shayna in her role.
Piper Niven vs. Toni Storm To get here, Niven beat Santana Garrett (***½) and Serena Deeb (***¼), while Storm beat Ayesha Raymond (**½) and Lacey Evans (**¾). They were friendly from the start and their exchanges ruled. Storm bridged up from a test of strength, even with Niven on top of her. They did a double bridge spot and shook hands to a pop. Storm got too playful and Piper splashed her, taking control. Toni finally bought time after hitting a backstabber. Piper survived a hip attack and hit the Michinoku Driver for a good near fall. Niven looked for a Vader Bomb, but Storm got up and took her off the second rope with a huge German suplex. She followed with a diving leg drop for the win in 7:36. The best tournament matches so far. I loved the opening exchanges, as it was refreshing and never got too past playful that it felt out of place in a tournament like this. Great back and forth and I’m glad they didn’t overdo some of the same tropes from previous tourney matches. The German spot was one of the coolest so far. I may be the high man on this, but it was right up my alley. [***¾]
Backstage, cameras caught up with Ronda Rousey, Marina Shafir and Jessamyn Duke, who all put over Baszler. Becky Lynch, Charlotte and Bayley came up to them and Ronda told them to name a time and place. The WWE Horsewomen left, but seemed intrigued.
Dakota Kai vs. Kairi Sane Kai is my favorite person in the tournament. She beat Kavita Devi (**) and Rhea Ripley (***½), while Sane beat Tessa Blanchard and Bianca Belair (both ***½). After some even opening exchanges, Sane delivered a huge chop and running blockbuster that quickened the pace. Kai used kicks to turn the tide, but then ate a spear. Kai still got her in place for the tree of Joey Lawrence double stomp that she won with in the last match. However, Sane avoided it and Kai landed awkwardly on her knee. Sane brought out forearm strikes and Kai retaliated with kicks. She missed the big Yakuza Kick and Sane delivered an Alabama Slam. Kairi called for the elbow and connected, advancing in 7:41. Sane’s streak of very good matches continued. They worked a strong face/face match and got the crowd invested. Kai looked like Sane’s equal, which was great for her, until she missed the double stomp. With the leg damaged and the missed Yakuza, she was toast. Sane faces Storm in the semis. [***½]
Overall: 8/10. The best episode so far. Sure, none of the matches were MOTY contenders, but everything worked and the show flowed nicely. Martinez/Laith was good and then Baszler/Candice was exactly what it needed to be. The post-match angle was tremendous as well. I thought Kai/Sane delivered the way I wanted it to and Storm/Niven was my favorite tournament match thus far.
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Post by Rican on Sept 8, 2017 10:53:56 GMT -5
Wait, the final is THIS Tuesday?! Gotta catch up over the weekend.
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Post by lildude8218 on Sept 8, 2017 12:20:27 GMT -5
Wait, the final is THIS Tuesday?! In Texas!
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Post by Slanted and Enchanted on Sept 8, 2017 14:15:52 GMT -5
"On Friday, WWE.com announced that they will be airing a special Mae Young Classic Red Carpet special next Tuesday on Facebook Live, featuring an appearance by UFC mega-star Ronda Rousey.
Featured below is the official announcement from WWE's official website:
Watch highlights from the Mae Young Classic Red Carpet Tuesday on Facebook Live
Hours before Kairi Sane and Shayna Baszler square off in the final match of WWE’s inaugural Mae Young Classic this Tuesday on WWE Network, watch Superstars and celebrity-athletes walk the red carpet at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, live on Facebook.com/WWE.
Cathy Kelley will host coverage from the red carpet, which begins at 6 ET/3 PT. With the Mae Young Classic Finale being one of Sin City’s hottest tickets next week, luminaries from all walks of life will be in attendance for the all-important event.
Among those expected to appear on the carpet and speak to members of the media are former UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion Ronda Rousey, former Team USA soccer star and two-time Olympic gold medalist Hope Solo, WWE COO Triple H, Chief Brand Officer Stephanie McMahon, The Bella Twins, Charlotte Flair and Bayley. Cast members of the hit Netflix series, “GLOW,” will also be on hand Tuesday for one of the most pivotal nights in the history of women’s wrestling.
Be sure to like WWE’s official Facebook account before Tuesday to watch live highlights from the Mae Young Classic Red Carpet as they happen, and don’t miss the tournament Finale later that night when it streams at 10 ET/7 PT, exclusively on the award-winning WWE Network."
Great...the one person who has received the most publicity from the MYC so far has been Ronda Rousey, who has not competed in the tourney, nor has she ever wrestled one match ever. If this tourney is simply being used as a vehicle to push this Horsewomen VS Horsewomen match then count me out.
Also...Hope Solo, what a role model. I'm sure she was handpicked by Stephanie herself. Yes, I am bitter and being whiney right now.
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Post by MrElijah on Sept 8, 2017 14:48:38 GMT -5
Wait, the final is THIS Tuesday?! In Texas! Sane wins via the Urn ashes in the eyes and a roll up. The title is declared vacant by Daniel "On The Take" Bryan and to be decided in a Women's Royal Rumble.
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