Welcome to PLE’s “Clash at the Castle” straight from OVO Hydro! The excitement was palpable as we entered the evening’s work. This is the second PLE “Clash of the Castle” event after being held in Cardiff, Wales in 2022. Last night’s “SmackDown” took place at the OVO Hydro, setting the stage for an exciting show on this night.
Scottish Wrestlers Aim for Glory
Several Scottish wrestlers are vying for gold tonight. Niven and Drew McIntyre are competing for the singles title. Niven and Bayley will compete for the WWE Women’s Championship, and McIntyre and Damian Priest will compete for the WWE Heavyweight Championship. McIntyre has a better shot with Judgment Day banned from ringside. Additionally, Alba Fyre and Isla Dawn are in pursuit of tag team gold in a triple threat match against champions Bianca Belair and Jade Cargill, and challengers Shayna Baszler and Zoey Stark.
The feud arrives: Sami Zayn VS Chad Gable
Chad Gable attacked Sami Zayn shortly after winning the Intercontinental Championship at WrestleMania 40. Their feud has intensified, with Gable becoming increasingly vindictive. To secure a title match, Gable manipulated Zayn by threatening continued harsh treatment of Alpha Academy members.
Rematch: AJ Styles VS Cody Rhodes
The rivalry between AJ Styles and Cody Rhodes reached its peak when Styles recreated Mark Henry and Cody’s fake wrestling match as John Cena. This resulted in an “I Quit” match for the WWE Untitled Championship. Styles mocked Rhode, who has a history of quitting promotions, but Roode defended his choice and mentioned his visit to the championship.
WWE Untitled Champion: Cody Rhodes vs. form AJ
The night began with an “I Quit” match between Cody Rhodes and AJ Styles. Rhodes began aggressively, throwing Styles face-first into the turnbuckle and landing a Spanish Fly. Styles responded with a brainbuster on the announce table and trash-talked Mama Rhodes, who was ringside. The fight spilled into the crowd and backstage, with both men refusing to quit despite brutal attacks.
Styles used a chair and kendo stick, trying to force Rhodes to quit. Rhodes, bleeding heavily, fought back with a Cody Cutter and multiple Cross Rhodes. Styles handcuffed to the ropes, refused to quit until Rhodes threatened him with steel steps, leading Styles to finally shout “I Quit!”
Winner: Cody Rhodes
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After the match, Rhodes was ambushed by Solo Sikoa, Tama Tonga, and Tanga Loa, but received backup from Randy Orton and Kevin Owens.
Triple Threat Tag Team Championship: The Unholy Union vs. Zoey Stark and Shayna Baszler vs. Jade Cargill and Bianca Belair
The tag team match was chaotic from the start, with Bianca Belair, Shayna Baszler, and Isla Dawn initially facing off. The champions, Belair and Cargill, displayed their dominance, but the challengers teamed up against them. Fyre and Dawn executed a series of high-flying moves and double-team maneuvers.
Belair and Cargill showcased their strength with vertical suplexes and power moves, but The Unholy Union capitalized on the chaos. In a stunning upset, Alba Fyre pinned Belair after a series of high-impact moves, securing the tag team titles for The Unholy Union.
Winner: The Unholy Union
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Intercontinental Championship: Sami Zayn vs. Chad Gable
Accompanied by Otis and Maxxine Dupri, Gable engaged in a technical showdown with Sami Zayn. The match featured impressive reversals and holds, with Gable focusing on Zayn’s arm. The crowd was electric, singing Zayn’s name as he battled back against Gable’s relentless assault.
Gable tried to use underhanded tactics, involving Otis and Dupri, but Zayn’s resilience shone through. In a dramatic finish, Zayn retained his title with a Helluva Kick after Otis and Dupri’s interference backfired.
Winner: Sami Zayn
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WWE Women’s Championship: Bayley vs. Piper Niven
Bayley faced a formidable challenge in Piper Niven, who dominated early with her power. Niven’s headbutts and cannonballs put Bayley on the defensive. Despite interference from Chelsea Green, who was ejected by the referee, Bayley fought back with cunning moves and high-flying attacks.
The match saw intense back-and-forth action, with both women coming close to victory. In the end, Bayley capitalized on a distraction and countered Niven’s top-rope move into a crucifix driver, retaining her championship.
Winner: Bayley
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World Heavyweight Championship: Damian Priest vs. Drew McIntyre
The main event featured Drew McIntyre challenging Damian Priest. The match started with a physical brawl, with McIntyre showing his strength and agility. Priest countered with his powerful moves, including a Razor’s Edge.
The fight intensified as they exchanged blows, with McIntyre hitting a Claymore through the barricade. The priest, limping from an earlier ankle injury, intercepted McIntyre’s moves and delivered a South of Heaven chokeslam.
In a controversial twist, CM Punk emerged as a referee, kicking McIntyre and allowing Priest to hit another South of Heaven for the win.
Winner: Damian Priest
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Five Titles on the Line, Five Epic Battles
Clash at the Castle PLE offers the promise of epic matches and unforgettable moments. As a new champion is crowned and the rivalry reaches new heights, WWE fans are excited and looking forward to what’s to come.
