Miz is trying to hyper extend the knee of Ambrose. Miz is setting up for the Figure Four Leg Lock, but Ambrose shoves him away. Ambrose goes for the Lunatic Lariat, but Miz blocks it. Miz goes for the Skull Crushing Finale, but Ambrose counters with another roll up for a two count. Ambrose connects with the swinging neck breaker. Ambrose goes for the cover, but Miz kicks out at two. Ambrose goes back to the top rope. Miz lands a big left hand. Miz and Ambrose battle for position on the top rope. Miz goes for a superplex, but Ambrose repeatedly headbutt’s Miz.
Ambrose sends Miz crashing to the canvas. Maryse hops onto the ring apron to distract Ambrose. Ambrose goes for another elbow drop, but Miz counters with the Skull Crushing Finale for a two count. Miz lands a series of YES! kicks across the chest of Ambrose. Miz goes for the leg lariat, but Ambrose ducks out of the way. Miz lands a big boot, but Ambrose responds with the Lunatic Lariat.
Ambrose clotheslines Miz over the top rope. Ambrose connects with the suicide dive. Maryse again talks smack to Ambrose. Maryse slaps Ambrose in the face right in front of the referee. Ambrose tells the referee to eject Maryse from ringside. Referee Dan Engler officially ejects Maryse from ringside. Miz hits Ambrose in the back of the head with the Intercontinental Championship behind the referee’s back. Miz goes for the cover, but Ambrose kicks out at two. Miz goes for the Skull Crushing Finale, but Ambrose counters with Dirty Deeds to pickup the victory.
Winner: New WWE Intercontinental Champion, Dean Ambrose
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