After the Match
Edge is shown in the center of the ring on his knees in victory holding his belt. Alberto Del Rio comes out of nowhere and dropkicks Edge in the center of the ring. Del Rio then applies the cross armbreaker. As two referees are trying to get Del Rio off of Edge, Christian’s music blares through the speakers of the arena and Christian makes his way down the ramp and into the ring in non-ring attire. Christian then attacks Del Rio. The ref grabs Christian who is able to break free to once more attack Del Rio. The refs then escort Christian out of the ring and back up the ramp.
Backstage
Jerry Lawler is being interviewed by Matt Striker. Lawler speaks on his emotional rollercoaster ride. Lawler speaks about his mother dying exactly a week ago tonight. Striker responds that everyone is rooting for him and wishes him luck.
In Ring
Booker T is announced to the ring. Booker introduces Trish Stratus as one of the trainers for the upcoming Tough Enough. The crowd welcomes Trish to the ring. Trish does a weak Rock impression followed by an even weaker Booker T impression. Trish finishes her time in the ring by saying she hopes to see one of her personal favorites, Jerry Lawler, win the WWE Championship.
WWE Tag Title: Heath Slater and Justin Gabriel (w/ Ezkiel Jackson) vs. Santino Marella and Vladimir Kozlov (w. Tamina)
Slater and Gabriel make their way to the ring accompanied by Ezkiel Jackson followed by Santino and Kozlov making their way to the ring accompanied by Tamina. The match is formally announced, the bell rings and the match begins. Santino quickly takes the offense in the match as usual. Gabriel tags in Slater without Kozlov noticing the tag or being able to slam Gabriel. Gabriel hits the 450 splash for the win.
Winner: Heath Slater and Justin Gabriel (w/ Ezekiel Jackson)
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