In it's 32 year rich history up to this point, Summerslam has given us some of the most memorable moments in the WWE, and it will look to do so once again. With 11 matches on this year's card, with memorizing championship matches, dream matches, and a highly terrifying debut, this look's to be a promising night overall. Not just that though, the way we have got to this night is quite important aswell, which is what we will be taking a look at before each match commences.

Match 1: (Pre-Show) Drew Gulak (c) v. Oney Lorcan - WWE Cruiserweight Championship

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After dethroning Buddy Murphy on the 'Greatest Stage Of Them All', WrestleMania 35, Tony Nese would run rough shot over the 205 Live brand as a whole. Defeating the likes of Buddy Murphy, Akira Tozawa, Kalisto, & Noam Dar during this time, but this came to an abrupt ending once he reached the Extreme Rules PPV. Walking into said event, Nese would look to defend his WWE Cruiserweight Championship against Drew Gulak, who was able to earn this opportunity by winning a highly competitive fatal four way match. Nonetheless, these two would put on a clinic, while Tony wanted to retain what he worked so incredibly hard to gain in the first place, while Gulak has been trying to reach this very place in his career for over two years.

After quite the encounter, Drew Gulak would pull out the victory after a 'Gu-Lock' would lead to Nese passing out. Causing the technical submission, as he has finally fulfilled his destiny, something he has been working for since his loss to Cedric Alexander at SummerSlam 2018. Raising up his newly-won title, 'Combative' would ring over the PA System, and throughout the arena. Oney Lorcan would emerge from the backstage area, as he would point to Gulak, as a shocked expression would emerge upon the face of the champion. His intentions made clear in the Wells Fargo Center, beginning the road to SummerSlam

On the first 205 Live, post-SummerSlam, Oney Lorcan would take to the ring. Exclaiming that he is indeed coming for the WWE Cruiserweight Championship. That he has been waiting for the perfect moment to make his intentions clearly known, and while Drew Gulak may have just fulfilled his 11 month long dream, so is he. Shouting at the top of his lungs, that this is soon to be his brand! In addition to, the next week, Oney Lorcan would go head-to-head against Tony Nese in a #1 Contender's match, in which the former was all too eager to showcase his skills and prowess in this one. In which, he would earn himself a championship shot against Drew Gulak at Summerslam.

Match:

Before we can reach the main show portion of tonight's event, the SummerSlam Kick-Off show will showcase some of 205 Live's finest battling over their richest prize. The challenger would make their entrance first in the form of Oney Lorcan, a confident strut in his step, as he lifts two fingers proudly up in the air. Next up would be the current WWE Cruiserweight Champion, Drew Gulak. His title draped over his shoulder, confident as well he would enter the ring. Both men now in their individual corners, staring eachother down, the opening bell would sound as it would signal the official start of this contest.

The match would begin with a collar-and-elbow tie-up, as these two would engage in a battle of strength, which went to Oney Lorcan by having five pounds on his opposition. Pushing Drew into the corner, he rushes to the said corner, landing a swift uppercut to the bridge of the champion's nose. Falling to his knees, Gulak would sense some urgency on his opponent's part, which guided him to reversing yet another running attack. Lorcan keen for attacking the nose, it made him susceptible to the misfortune of missing the attempted maneuver. Following this, Gulak began to go on the offense, digging his knees into the challenger's left hip. Over-and-over again, this was the repeated attack for several moments, the pain being clearly shown as Oney screamed in agony.

After digging his knee into the hip one last time, Gulak would lift up his opponent, looking to lock him in an octopus stretch. Which instead of leading to a possible submission victory, Lorcan got out of this one with a quick hip toss. Following this, he would run to the ropes, leaping off and attacking Gulak's right arm. Beginning to wrench it, twisting it in a very awkward direction, as he locks in a crucial cross-arm breaker. With it now being locked in, the ball was now in the champion's court, as he crawled towards the ropes. With a sure sign of pure agony presented upon his face, the hold still not fully locked in. Which is how he would end up getting out of it, LIFTING HIS OPPONENT UP, NOW AT A VERTICAL BASE AS HE SENDS THE CHAMPION BACK DOWN TO THE CANVAS!

Both of these talented competitors now grounded, as it is now a game of who can make it to their feet first. Which was Drew Gulak, as he gestures for his opposition to do the same. In which he would oblige, Oney getting back up to a vertical base, they would both seek for any clear advantage they could find. Lorcan initially went for an uppercut, but his opponent would reverse it, sending the challenger down to the center of the canvas. Looking to lock in 'Gu-Lock', but instead would find himself rolled-up... 1...2.. KICKOUT! Drew thankfully kicking out just in time, would roll out of this and LOCK IN THE GU-LOCK! HIS ARMS FLAILING IN THE AIR AS HE CRAWLED TO THE ROPES.. ABOUT TO MAKE IT.. WAIT NO HE TAPS OUT!

Drew Gulak (c) def. Oney Lorcan to retain the WWE Cruiserweight Championship (9:00)

With only a few more minutes left until SummerSlam 2019 is set to officially begin, Drew Gulak & Oney Lorcan certainly went to war, but there was only one winner of this battle. With that being the former, while the latter put on one hell of a performance, the champion was able to retain the WWE Cruiserweight Championship. After the result was made official, Gulak was given his title, as he would relish in his well-earned victory.

Match 2: Becky Lynch (c) v. Kairi Sane - SmackDown Women's Championship

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After teaming up with the Universal Champion Seth Rollins to defeat both King Corbin & Lacey Evans to retain their respective titles at Extreme Rules, Becky Lynch would take to the ring the following night. Grabbing the mic, she would exclaim that since winning both the RAW & SmackDown Women’s Championships back at WrestleMania 35, she has toppled some of the finest in the women’s division. Including the likes of Bayley, Charlotte Flair, & Lacey Evans. But that she wants some fresh competition, a new talent to get a shot at her RAW Women's Championship, calling out anyone that wants a fair shot.

With that being said, 'The Voyage' would echo throughout the entirety of the arena. Singling the entrance of Kairi Sane, Asuka alongside her as always. They both would enter the ring, staring down Lynch, hoping to possibly intimate her. Kairi would circle the ring, glancing at the title that Lynch had draped over her shoulder so proudly, even just pointing at it. While she didn't exactly say it, she expressed quite heavily her want for Lynch's women's title. Becky would nod in approval before offering a respectful handshake, in which while there was hesitation, Sane would oblige.

During the next few weeks both would showcase their undeniable skills in their respective matches. Which would all lead up to a contract signing on the SummerSlam go-home show, Lynch would proclaim that she respects Kairi, and it's truly undeniable how gifted she is, and that she looks forward to sharing a ring with her this Sunday. But instead of sharing those sentiments, Kairi would just laugh, obnoxiously at that. The confusion would shine through upon Becky's face, which would go from a pale color to complete green. When a particular green mist would be spat in the direction of the champion, from undeniably Asuka, as a beatdown would commence. It seems that this upcoming matchup is much more personal than it first was let on to be.

Match:

In what first seemed like a harmless battle, one that was built off of respect & fortitude, has become quite personal in the last week or so. The culprit of last week's actions would make her entrance first in the form of Kairi Sane, the challenger for the RAW Women's Championship. Of-course, 'The Empress of Tomorrow' Asuka would be alongside her, as they prance down to the ring. Before the champion’s theme would play over the PA System, Kairi gestures a title belt around her waist. Lynch would follow, making an elaborate entrance on her way down to the ring.

'The Man' raises her gold high above in the air, as she keeps her eyes on her challenger's, as they both back up into their respective corners. The bell would sound just several moments later, rushing towards eachother to begin this matchup. A dropkick would be placed upon the tip of Sane's chin, but Kairi would hold onto the rope, which would formulate a response from the champion, repeating with another dropkick. This time falling down because of it, a leg-drop would soon follow, as a great start from Lynch was clearly shown. Going for a quick cover... 1... KICKOUT! The Irish-grown talent will have to do much more than that to get the job done, knowing that she would continue the attack.

Placing a rough-looking grip upon Kairi's neck, she would wrench it over-and-over again. Now while the grip was extremely tight, Sane would be able to fight out of it, firstly making it to her knees and then jamming her right elbow into Becky's gut several times. A look of concern would come across the face of the champion, as her grip would become less-and-less tight, she would have no choice but to let go of it. Firing back on all cylinders, Kairi would strike back, with multiple chops to the chest of her opposition. The pain that Lynch was currently feeling was shown quite clearly, as a powerful forearm would bring her down to the canvas, as she lands directly on her back.

Taking a moment's breather, Sane would be right back on the attack, she charges at Becky once again. Looking for a shining wizard once Lynch got back up to her knees, but Becky would roll through, as both women scramble back up, Kairi throws another leg kick, followed by a big slap. Lynch lept over the strike, crashing down on the ribs of her opposition, a big counter before she could complete her combo. The formerly known, "Pirate Princess" seen hurting, but with the obvious motion from the champion surrounding her, she would kip up into a hurricanrana. The ovation from the crowd would echo throughout the arena, as she was certainly feeling it. Looking to head to the top rope, possibly to crown a new RAW Women's Champion!

A chorus of boos would be heard from the fans in attendance, as Kairi Sane would SOAR THROUGH THE AIR, LANDING A PICTURE PERFECT INSANE ELBOW! The diving elbow drop connects, and she would go for the cover immediately... 1...2... KICKOUT! So close for the 32 year old, but for the 34 year old champion, the focus in her eyes drained as she blows against the mat, trying to recover. Kairi Sane lifts herself to her rear-end, eyes glued on the camera, stating the words 'ITS OVER!'. Heading back up to the top rope, for one last leap of faith, an attempted 'Insane Elbow WOULD MISS! As Becky WOULD TRANSITION INTO AN EFFECTIVE 'DIS-ARM-HER! Kari would try desperately to hang on, but unfortunately would have little-to-no choice but to give up.

Becky Lynch (c) def. Kairi Sane (14:00)

Becky Lynch's arm is raised in victory, before scaling the turnbuckles and hoisting her championship high up in the air. Stepping down from the turnbuckle, she would drape the title on her shoulder once more. But there was no time to mourn for Kairi Sane here, as she rolls out of the ring with Asuka giving a helping hand up the ramp. However now back in the ring, "The Man" is indeed victorious, as SummerSlam starts off with a bang.

Match 3 : Dolph Ziggler v. Goldberg - Special Singles Match

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After being left off of the Money In The Bank 2019, Dolph Ziggler would be seen storming into RAW General Manager, Kurt Angle's office. Understandably frustrated about his misuse, he would demand to be heard, to be appreciated, to be thanked. Exclaiming that he has worked over a decade to earn the respect of his peers, but instead their shoulders shrug. He has worked incredibly hard to earn championship opportunities, but instead they are given to lesser athletes compared to himself. Hoping to just be in the spotlight like he deserves, but that same beam of light is given to old, rusty legends who don't deserve to even be in the same room as him. Nonetheless, he is sick of it, and will no longer stand for such disrespect.

After storming off, the following weeks he would share this same frustration to the world. Spouting out that he should be the one everyone is talking about, the center of attention at all times. However, that is given to the likes of Shawn Micheals, The Undertaker, and even Goldberg. Who haven't been able to compete inside the squared circle properly in years, so why should he be grateful, or even respectful towards them? He believes that they have taken opportunities from him countless times, and it's time for someone to finally step up, and put them in their place once-and-for-all.

On the SummerSlam go-home show, Dolph Ziggler would begin the program, bringing a chair to the ring. Proclaiming that he wouldn't be leaving the ring until he was assigned a SummerSlam match, since he is sick of not having a proper PPV match consistently, like he truly deserves. After a few moments would pass, 'Invasion' would begin to play over the PA System, signaling the arrival of Goldberg. Who would rush to the ring, but luckily enough for Ziggler, he would leave the ring and jump the barricade before he could reach him. Goldberg would gesture for Dolph to bring it on, as it seems his SummerSlam opponent is Goldberg!

Match:

A look of concern would emerge upon Dolph Ziggler's face, once he made his way out from the back, his weeks of whining to officials and most importantly the WWE Universe, has seemingly caught up to him. He wanted a SummerSlam opponent, well he sure got one in the form of Goldberg, possibly not what he wanted however. As he would make it inside the ring, the sense of worry was clear, with no confident strut per-usual. But we can see the exact opposite from his opposition, who makes his way down to the ring, staring a deep hole into the eyes of Ziggler. Once entering the ring, the bell would sound, signaling the start of this encounter.

Looking to prove Dolph Ziggler's numerous points from the past weeks false, he would rush at Dolph Ziggler WITH A SPEAR! Connecting with his signature maneuver already, but certainly isn't done. Picking up his opposition, possibly looking for a 'Jackhammer', but instead would be struck a THUNDEROUS SUPERKICK! Ziggler would head for the cover immediately... 1... KICKOUT! Not even a two count, but Dolph would head to the corner, gesturing for yet another one, but once he went for it, HE WOULD BE CAUGHT BY THE LEG, GOLDBERG WOULD TRANSITION IT INTO A MASSIVE JACKHAMMER! Heading to the cover quite emphatically... 1...2...3...!

Goldberg def. Dolph Ziggler (1:20)

After a quite one-sided affair, Goldberg would come out victorious. Dedicating this match to each-and-every legend, shutting up the man who has been disrespecting them, including himself over the past few weeks. Following this, he would raise his hand in victory, as Dolph Ziggler could only look on, grounded near the corner. The first special singles match concluding, with many more still to come later in the evening, one can hope the rest can put on more of a clinic than Ziggler did.

Match 4: AJ Styles (c) v. Cesaro - United States Championship

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The month prior to SummerSlam, Aleister Black was able to topple "The King Of Swing" Cesaro, in order to earn a future Intercontinental Championship match. In addition to that, due to the loss at Extreme Rules, Cesaro would be forced to leave the blue brand. However, the next night he would make his presence known on Monday Night RAW, teaming with the former United States Champion Ricochet to take on Karl Anderson & Luke Gallows. In which they claimed a decisive victory, but after the match AJ Styles made his intentions clear, targeting the newest member of the roster, ambushing him from behind after a well-earned victory.

Following this, the next week the current United States Champion, AJ Styles would take to the ring with Karl Anderson & Luke Gallows alongside him. He states that he doesn't know who Cesaro thinks he is, waltzing onto his brand because he lost his place of work. So he made sure that a lesson would be learned on his first night back on the Red brand. However, Styles would be interrupted by Cesaro himself, relishing in the fact that The Club lost last week, and he was there to partake in it. Not just that, but exclaims that when returning to his home, there was one title he wanted to win back, that being the United States Championship. Unluckily for Styles, he was in possession of it.

For the next couple of weeks, the two would trade shots at eachother, explaining why they will walk out of Sunday's event as the United States Champion. But on the SummerSlam go-home show, the two would have a face-to-face confrontation over video. Styles would partake in it first, stating that Cesaro doesn't deserve this opportunity, but that he is a giving champion. And this Sunday he is going to give Cesaro the beatdown of his life, one that he won't be able to walk away from, much like he walked away from his previous brand. Cesaro's turn would be up, declaring that he will indeed walk out as a champion, one that the WWE Universe can finally respect. Being forced off of the brand that he once loved surely sucked, but he will make up for it at SummerSlam.

Match:

"Return Of The Fire" blares through the arena speakers, the crowd immediately coming back to life, as Cesaro gets set to make his entrance. All attention immediately snatched and directed to the top of the stage, where the challenger Cesaro emerges, making his descent down the ramp, the crowd still rocking as he does so. Following him would be the current United States Champion, AJ Styles swaggering down the ramp, played in by the boos of a now clued-in crowd. Styles finally enters the ring after a long and steady walk down the ramp. The men exchange a stare, locking eyes as the appointed official of this championship contest steps between the pair, the men maintaining their staring contest as they retreat to their corners.

AJ Styles comes out of the corner, raising his title belt as he spreads his hands wide, not hesitating in handing the title belt to the referee once the time had come. Both men begin circling the ring, again locking eyes as they do so. After what seemed an eon of stalking, the two came together, Styles shooting for a headlock. He locked in the hold, AJ however quickly forced him down to a knee, using his leverage to bring his opposition fully down to the canvas. Now on his back, the grip of the headlock would become even stronger. As shown upon the challenger's face, as it became bright red in a matter of seconds. However, Cesaro quickly found the wrist of Styles, locking in a hammerlock on the latter, placing his knee on the veteran’s ribs. Now transitioning into an elevated boston crab.

Cesaro cranks both of the champion's legs, looking for a possibly early submission finish to this one. But not looking to lose his title so easily, Styles would begin his attempt to crawl to the ropes, with his arms flailing in the process. But eventually he would get there, as Cesaro let go of the hold at the count of four. Ultimately both men scramble back up to their feet, the two approach the center of the square, both hesitantly offering out a hand. Maneuvering for a better position before eventually intertwining hands, a test of strength if you will. But in doing so, Styles would stop on his opposition's left foot, taking out the leg in the process with a running attack to it.

Now with Cesaro down, holding onto his possibly injured leg. Styles would continue his attack, driving his knee into the affected leg, possibly softening him up for the eventual 'Calf Crusher'. Several moments later, he would make the attempt, but would be pushed back to the corner, by the hurt leg. Not doing anyone any favors, but AJ looking to head back to the leg, Cesaro would land a massive boot to the tip of the champion's forehead. Finally sending him down to the canvas, he would make his way to his feet, or atleast one foot. Practically hopping to the corner, he would gesture for AJ to make his way towards him. He would kindly oblige, attempting a running forearm, but CESARO WOULD MOVE OUT OF THE WAY JUST IN TIME!

That proved to be a crucial mistake by Styles, since this gave Cesaro time to recuperate. He fires up, bringing Styles to his feet, setting up for the definitive 'Neutralizer'. Flailing his legs, AJ would cause Cesaro to stumble backward until he lost his footing in the process. He turns, Hans snatching his wrist, Styles yanks Cesaro back around towards him, ultimately connecting with a — UNDERHOOK BRAINBUSTAHHH! From there, he has Cesaro exactly where he wants him, lifting him up FOR A DEAFENING STYLES CLASH! Immediately going for the cover... 1...2...3...!

AJ Styles (c) def. Cesaro to retain the United States Championship (19:23)

This was indeed a classic bout, that saw the very best from two of Monday Night RAW's finest talents. While Cesaro unluckily came out on the losing end of this battle, he ended up looking like a star. He would exit the ring by the middle rope, as the roar of the crowd would all be for the fighting spirit that lives inside "The King Of Swing", Cesaro. Nonetheless, back in the ring, AJ Styles would raise his United States title proudly high in the air, as he lives to fight another day as champion.

Match 5: Kevin Owens v. Shane McMahon - Special Singles Match | If Owens' wins, he will be reinstated

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Ever since being pronounced "Best In The World" in early November of 2018, Shane McMahon hasn't let a soul forget it. Making sure that noone would forget about this simple fact, but for months it was tolerated. Since it was their boss, they felt as it was out of their control. But for one man he just wouldn't tolerate it, not finding it acceptable. On one of his usual tangents, Shane would be interrupted quite abruptly, as the camera's view would focus on the titantron. Appearing on it would be Kevin Owens, quickly stating that Shane just needs to shut up, for all of our sakes, and while noone may stand up for themselves, he will do it for himself and the rest of the SmackDown roster.

The next couple of weeks would showcase the tension between both Kevin Owens & Shane McMahon. While the latter doesn't appreciate Owens disobeying his authority, he won't allow it either. Even going as far as banning the former from the arena. With only a few weeks until SummerSlam, Kevin would return to the arena, demanding to know where Shane was. When he found him inside his private office, he would knock down the door by his left foot, rushing into attack his boss and because it was an ambush, it was an obliteration. However, following the attack, Kevin Owens would undoubtedly be suspended from the WWE until further notice due to his illogical actions.

While Kevin wasn't able to show up for the next couple of weeks, eventually on the SummerSlam go-home show, Owens would be called via a satellite while Shane McMahon was already in the ring. The latter would grab a mic, stating that while Kevin may not appreciate what he has done for this roster over the past couple of years, he is still a giving man. A thoughtful man at that too, in which he would give Owens a proposition. While this was his choice, he can show up if he would like, if he wants his job back he will have to earn it. At SummerSlam, if Kevin can beat him then he may come back to work, but if he loses, and he will, he will be banished from this company for good.

Match:

The music of “The Best In The World” begins to play as the boos ring in the Scotiabank Arena . Shane McMahon steps out from behind the curtain with his well-known trophy by his side.He he hears the fans but simply points to his ear before heading down to the ring, methodically looking directly at the ring. The music of the suspended Kevin Owens hits as the fans erupt with cheers. "The Prizefighter" steps out and he stands atop the ramp and begins to walk down to the ring, staring down McMahon from outside the ring. Owens gets into the ring, before he can even go to his corner he is met by Shane as the two men stare down in the center of the ring.

The referee attempts to separate the two men but gets pushed aside by Shane McMahon and is told to call for the bell by Kevin Owens. . The referee relents and he calls for the bell and immediately Kevin and Shane begin trading elbows. Kevin comes ahead managing to back Shane into the ropes, he runs ahead and attempts to go for a clothesline to send his opposition out of the ring, but the attempted running attack was an unfortunate miss. Which would result in him going through the middle rope, and Shane following in suit. In which the aforementioned competitor would throw Owens back into the ring, not looking to stay on the outside for too long.

Kevin grabs to his back upon impact after a bodyslam. Motionless as Kevin sits up, looking at his fallen body. He then stands up and yells at the crowd, saying that Owens can't compete with him in the ring and never will be able to. He wisely turns back as Kevin is crawling toward the ropes, delivering a deadlift german suplex to stunt his movement once more. Kevin now gets her back to his feet, delivering a chop to his chest that rings throughout the arena. He firms the attack, delivering a slap across the face. This enrages his opposition, and he swings at Shane wildly with a clothesline, connecting with nothing but air as she ducks underneath.

Kevin spins back to eat an enzuigiri off one leg from Shane which causes him to fall to one knee. Struggling to keep his balance, he would focus on solely that. Now having his balance in check, he would get up to his feet, now landing that slick clothesline. Kevin now in control, gestures the end of it all. As Shane gets to his feet, he begins swinging wildly, before connecting on a right hand. Following it up, Owens would look for a "Pop-Up Powerbomb", BUT SHANE WOULD REVERSE IT INTO A DDT! Shane now slides down into the cover... 1...2... KICKOUT! Owens still kicking in this one, Shane would look to pick him up once more, attempting a tornado DDT, but instead OWENS WOULD CATCH HIM IN MID-AIR, HITTING A MODIFIED POP-UP POWERBOMB! Now once again sliding down in the cover... 1...2...3...!

After a brutal war between these two have come to a stunning conclusion. Due to Shane McMahon's loss here tonight, Kevin is now reinstated to the SmackDown brand. Just a few moments after the closing bell would sound, as it echoed throughout the arena, Kevin Owens would relish in the hard-fought victory. As Shane rolls out of the ring, he pushes away a member of medical staff, grabbing the ice pack from him and holds it to his shoulder, walking backstage in frustration. On another day, it might have ended differently, but tonight, Owens emerges victorious.

Match 6: Shinsuke Nakamura (c) v. Aleister Black - Intercontinental Championship

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Shortly after the intense encounter between both Aleister Black & Cesaro, the former was named the #1 Contender for the Intercontinental Championship. Currently held by one Shinsuke Nakamaura, on the first SmackDown after Extreme Rules, the two would have a face-to-face confrontation. In which Black would make it abundantly clear that the only way SummerSlam is ending is with the title Shinsuke proudly wears around his waist, no longer in his possession. But rather draped around his shoulder, wear it truly belongs. In response, Shinsuke would nod kindly, turning his head in confusion, before walking out of the ring without a true response of any kind.

The following week, the camera's view would show the inside of Aleister Black's locker-room. While it may be dark & gloomy, with no sense of light whatsoever, a knock would suddenly be heard. Over the past month or so, this is the certain knock that was heard to identify Black's upcoming opponent. In which it turned out to be Cesaro, this time, Black would open the door to the surprise of noone. While he figured noone was there, he looked to close the door. However, he would be attacked by one Shinsuke Nakamura, who was hiding a little bit to the right of the door. He was silent last week, now his actions are certainly speaking volumes.

On the SummerSlam go-home show, these two would take part in an official contract signing. Aleister Black would kick it off, but before signing the contract, he would speak with a mic already in-hand. He would state that going silent two weeks was fine, that he himself is a man of few words at most times. But when Shinsuke attacked him cowardlessely, they began to have a problem. When he knocked on the door, and didn't show his face, there was no honor or sense of integrity, and that isn't what the Intercontinental Championship should stand for, and it no longer will come this Sunday. Once again Shinsuke would just simply nod, looking to leave the ring once more, but instead Black would grab him, turn him around, shouting at him to "DO SOMETHING". However, the two would just stare into eachother eyes until the segment would come to a close.

Match:

The entrance theme of "The Anti-Hero, Aleister Black, hits as he makes his way down to the ring. Receiving a rumbling reaction from the WWE faithful, who have rallied behind the Netherlands superstar in his fight into the title contention. The music dies down as the theme of the 172nd Intercontinental Champion fills the arena in Toronto. As the guitar strings begin to sound throughout the BPZ arena, suddenly the beat drops as the lights go pitch-black, as smoke emerges on the stage. The Intercontinental Champion now steps out, sporting his old red attire, as he heads into the ring with a specific swagger to his entrance.

But what's this? Shinsuke runs towards Aleister Black, both men colliding in a big shoulder check, throwing hands as the bell rings. The referee hastily hands the Intercotinental Championship to the timekeeper as the match begins. It looks like neither man is content with a feeling out period tonight, going right into trying to win as quickly as possible! Shinsuke lays in some forearm smashes to the collar of the Anti-Hero, but the stocky challenger starts to shrug off the strikes, glaring the champion in the eyes before sending his opponent a few steps back following a knife edge chop.

The challenger responds with a huge double hand chop to the chest of the champion. Blackhopes to return fire as he steps back to rebound off the ropes, but gets dropped with a huge arching suplex to the canvas. The crowd gasp at the sheer height that Nakamura got from that toss as he crashes down to the mat. Aleister stumbles forward as the match shows no sign of stopping. He pulls the champion into a gutwrench, looking to hit a knee strike into the gut, but his opposition is able to escape and throw the challenger into the corner with an arm drag. Seeing his opportunity to even the odds against such an explosive challenger, Shinsuke connects with a stunning knee strike.

The champion scrambles to maintain this opening in the match, one wrong move, and it could call come crashing down. He starts laying consecutive knee drops to the body of the challenger before running back and landing a running knee to add on to the agony that the challenger must be feeling by now, landing it perfectly. Nakamura continues by lifting up the challenger, the crowd cheering this lighting fast match. The champion tries to hit yet another suplex, this time from behind, but the challenger would be able to duck under, hitting a german suplex of his own. The two competitors now grounded, it would be a game of who would make it to their feet first?

Black grabs the ropes to get to his feet. He gestures to the crowd, calling for the "Black Mass" possibly. He gets into position, bringing up the champ from the mat solely by his foot, but Nakamura powers his opposition up into a back body drop, squashing the Black Mass attempt. Now being shaky on his feet, Black pushes him to the ropes, but Shinsuke reacts looking for an attempted "Kinshasa", but the challenger turns and captures Yelich with a BLACK MASS! Falling directly into the pinfall, there would be no time to be wasted here... 1...2...3...!

Aleister Black def. Shinsuke Nakamura (c) to win the Intercontinental Championship (20:59)

In a stacked showcase of SmackDown's finest, both men having forged their path to this moment, but only one may stand tall in the end. And after that crazy sprint of a match, Aleister Black is victorious. The former champion, Shinsuke Nakamra is currently being escorted to the back by the ring crew. However, in the celebration, Aleister Black is handed the Intercontinental Championship from the appointed official of this matchup. Lifting up his newly one title, with a huge grin upon his face, as he has won his first singles title here on the main roster.