Triple Threat Revealed for Survivor Series; Superstars Make Emphatic Statements

After 10 years and over 500 episodes, SmackDown has become the top brand in the WWE.

Theodore Long congratulated the SmackDown roster for assisting in the win at Bragging Rights; but it was due in large part to Teddy's lucrative business deal with The Big Show, which allowed SmackDown to even win the trophy. Chris Jericho, the self-proclaimed Hero of SmackDown, boasted how he single handily won the tournament, and demanded a shot at Undertaker's World Heavyweight Title at the Survivor Series. Kane, the co-captain, believed that he also has an equal share to the trophy and the bragging rights that comes with the trophy; and if anyone should be facing the Undertaker, it's not Big Show, a RAW member, or Chris Jericho, it should be him. Jericho relented and reminded the world that he pinned Kofi Kingston, not Kane. As a result of the animosity in the ring, Theodore Long announced that Undertaker, much like RAW's main event, will defend his title in a Triple Threat Match at the Survivor Series, and a qualifying match between Jericho and Kane would determine his second opponent.

First Match: John Morrison vs. Dolph Ziggler (non-title). Dolph Ziggler treaded into the match looking for an easy victory from the only guy, on the SmackDown roster, who lost at Bragging Rights. Morrison, a man who accepts his loses, pointed out it was a bit premature for Ziggler to be celebrating as he had nothing to do with SmackDown's victory; he also attested Ziggler's familiarity with premature actions, "ask Maria." These two superstars are one-and-the same, as they both are young vibrant superstars in the WWE, and both have poor mic skills. However, Morrison has charisma, which will take him a long way, as well as his flurry of offense. One thing I found hilarious was Morrison's ability to fix his hair during a chin lock from Ziggler. Then Grisham made fun of Striker attributing Morrison's strength to the abdominal region, but let's face it, Morrison's killer abs give him the edge over his opponents. Dolph Ziggler won the match via count-out after executing a facebuster on the SmackDown announce table. After a win over Morrison, don't be surprised if we see Ziggler's 5th shot at the Intercontinental Title at the Survivor Series.

Second Match: Beth Phoenix vs. Jenny Brooks. Who in the blue hell is Jenny Brooks? Striker mentioned that Brooks has a kick-boxing strike background, but that was not enough for the Glamazon. Forget Wonder Woman, sure she looks like Wonder Woman, but she's more like She-Hulk. Beth destroyed Brooks in this exhibition match and finished her off with the Glam-Slam. Thanks Jenny Brooks for being a part of the WWE for 5 seconds.

Third Match: Matt Hardy vs. Eric Escobar w/Vickie Guerrero. Why is WWE recycling the same storyline? Vickie has the power and influence, which allowed Edge to become a multi-time World Champion; and now we have to see this same story play out again with Eric Escobar? Difference is, Vickie has no power or influence in the WWE anymore, so the only thing Eric got was a shot to be in the WWE. This match must have been a treat for Matt Striker, as he once gave Matt Hardy the nickname "Arguably, Everyone's Favorite Wrestler." Matt Hardy was beat down throughout the whole match, but Matt Hardy ended the match with a quick stunner. Now this is more like it, Matt Hardy with a few victories under his belt.

Promo: Rey Mysterio confronts Batista. This was the most painful thing to watch as both know squat of enticing the crowds with their words. Mysterio is just a spot monkey who can only do flips and tricks, while Batista is a muscle bound idiot who fails to get the crowd riled up as a face or heel. Mysterio kept using the word "dawg," which really frustrated me. Batista tried to build heat with the audience by dismissing Eddie Guerrero's concerns as "He's Dead!" At least Batista is living up to his theme song, "I walk alone," not "I walk alone, with Rey Mysterio."

Fourth Match: Drew McIntyre vs. Finlay. The match resulted in No-Contest as the match never official started. McIntyre assaulted Finlay before entering the ring and left him for dead. Looks like the Scotsman wants to try his luck with the Irishman, let's see how this ends.

Divas Costume Contest: Natalya, Layla, Michelle McCool, and Mickie James. Cryme Tyme officiated the contest as they do every year. Natalya came as a matador, which was ok. Layla came as Michael Jackson, the sexiest Michael Jackson I've seen. Michelle McCool came out with an unflattering Devil costume, as we can see how skinny she actual is. And Mickie James with another female warrior costume, Electra. I thought Layla would win it, but Mickie won for the third year in a row. Once, officiated at the Cyber Sunday pay-per-views against all the Divas on the brand, now reduced to a small contest being decided by the audience in attendence, instead of being texted in by the whole WWE Universe. Mickie's previous wins included a Native-American Princess Warrior and Lara Croft.

Fifth Match: CM Punk vs. Scott Armstrong. CM Punk was infuriated at Long's decision to have Undertaker face off against Big Show and Chris Jericho at the Survivor Series, so he went over Long's head and directed his concern to Mr. McMahon. McMahon sarcastically asked him, how many chances do you get? CM Punk failed to retain the World Title in his rematch clause and his second shot at Bragging Rights, it's time to allow others to contend for the title. But this match was issued by Mr. McMahon himself, CM Punk vs. the man that cost him the title match last week, Scott Armstrong. Don't be fooled by the striped shirt, Armstrong comes from a line of wrestlers, and has also wrestled back in the day. CM Punk really treated Armstrong with the utmost disrespect, till Armstrong fired back with three punches to the side of Punk's face. Punk finished him off with the GTS.

Main Event: Chris Jericho vs. Kane (Winner Faces Undertaker at the Survivor Series in a Triple Threat Match for the World Heavyweight Title). Kane's record against the Undertaker is "spotty" at best, so Chris Jericho would make a better opponent. However, adding the Big Show to the mix will cause some internal problems for the Unified Tag Team Champions. This match was mediocre to say the least, Kane is just as bad as Mike Knox. Maybe these two should form a tag team. Jericho tried to apply the Walls of Jericho, but a move like that, according to Striker, is best used on an attacker of the same height. Kane's downfall was attempting another diving clothesline, which was countered into a Code Breaker. Congrats to Chris Jericho on earning a World Title opportunity at the Survivor Series.

At the Survivor Series, The Undertaker defends the World Heavyweight Title in a Triple Threat Match against The Big Show and Chris Jericho.

Next Week: Batista vs. Matt Hardy, as a result of Batista's assault on Matt Hardy, who pleaded him to reconsider his actions towards Mysterio.