IMPACT Wrestling 3-3-20
From Las Vegas, NV
Available on AXS TV and Twitch
By Dylan Hager
Tuesday Night Wraslin! Let's go with this weeks IMPACT!
We start with a video hyping up Tessa vs Taya for the World Title tonight! Two women challenging for the IMPACT World Title. Lets make some history!
The North vs TJP and Fallah Bahh
Starting this week off with tag team action! Non title match, but a big oppurtunity for Fallah and TJP. TJP and Fallah got off to a hot start, but The North soon took control of TJP. Fallah made the hot tag and some success against the champs, but The North again took control of TJP. Josh and Ethan had Fallah ready for a double team, but TJP came off the top with a sunset flip and pinned Josh. Very solid opener for IMPACT. The North do not have bad matches, and Fallah and TJP are most likely the new #1 contenders! Winners: Fallah Bahh and TJP
Gabby is backstage with Tessa. Tessa talks about her history with Taya. Eddie Edwards interrupts, and says if Tessa retains, she'll have to deal with him after he beats Elgin next week.
We check in with Josh and Don. Gut Check, Su Yung vs Havok, and Tessa vs Taya still to come tonight.
Moose vs Petey Williams
Kind of surprising to me that Petey is only two years older than Moose. This match is a result of their backstage altercation last week. Moose controlled a good portion of the match. Petey had to rely on his speed and counter wrestling to get in most of his offense. Petey made a push late, but Moose hit the No Jackhammer Needed for the win. Solid match. Winner: Moose
Next up is the IMPACT Plus Flashback Moment of the Week. This week we see Amazing Red vs Kid Kash from April 3, 2003.
Backstage segment with Madison and Kiera. Madison is "training" new Knockouts, and one of them steps up to Hogan. Madison says she wins the competition.
Joey Ryan vs Acey Romero
Joey did not oil himself up before the match. Acey looked great using his size early, and he even hit a dropkick. Romero hit a running crossbody and a splash in the corner. Joey went for Sweet Tooth Music, but Acey blocked it. Joey went for the Dick Flip, but he backed off of it. Acey took advantage, hit Joey with a splash, and dropped an elbow for the win. Joey going away from "it" cost him. Decent match, not much to it. Good to see Romero get a win on TV though. Winner: Acey Romero
Disco and Swinger come up on Mack backstage. They say they're coming for Willie after they beat The Deaners.
Chris Bey vignette! Can't wait for his debut.
Joey is backstage with Katie Forbes. RVD approaches them, and Katie says that Joey gets them.
No DQ: Havok vs Su Yung
Pretty decent brawl to start this one. Both women used chairs and a trashcan and brawled on the outside. Su had the noose with her. Havok used the noose to tie Su to the ropes, but Yung spit red mist into Havok's eyes. Su freed herself from the ropes and used a kendo stick on Havok. Su used the noose to choke Havok while applying the mandible claw. Havok passed out giving Su the win. After the match, the Undead Bridesmaids brought out the coffin. Su tried to put Havok in the coffin, but Havok broke free and escaped. The ending was good, but I hoped for more out of the match.Winner: Su Yung
Jimmy Jacobs backstage with Rosemary. Rosemary isn't pleased with what happened. She said she should feel happier, and she is going to retrace her steps.
Johnny Swinger and Glenn Gilbertti vs The Deaners
Oh boy. Not a fan of Disco Inferno (Glen Gilbertti).This wasn't much of anything. Disco and Swinger took turns hitting Cody with loaded fist. Deaner made the tag to Cousin Jake who cleared the ring. Swinger and Gilbertti used more underhanded tactics to regain control. Swinger held Deaner for another loaded punch, but Deaner ducked and Disco connected with Swinger instead. Deaner pinned Swinger for the win. Please do SOMETHING with Cousin Jake! Winner: The Deaners
ICU vignette immediately after the match.
Tenille Dashwood vignette. Looks like she'll be coming back!
Time for this weeks Gut Check clip. Complete episode is available on IMPACT Plus.
We take another look at the history between Tessa and Taya.
Gabby is backstage with Taya. Taya says she sees through Tess'a lies, and she will end Tessa's fairy-tale tonight.
IMPACT World Title: Tessa Blanchard (c) vs Taya Valkyrie
John E. Bravo was at ringside with Taya for this match. Great main event! Taya and Tessa have great chemistry. The match went back and forth from start to finish. Taya connected with a huge spear for a near fall. Tessa went for Magnum, but Taya moved out of the way. Taya could not avoid the Buzzsaw however, and Tessa retained the title. Great match! Winner: Tessa Blanchard
Pretty good episode this week. The middle of the show felt a little flat, but I really enjoyed the opening tag, the finish to Su vs Havok, and the main event! Can't wait to see match #5 between Eddie and Elgin next week!