Mick Foley kicked of the Christmas holiday special SmackDown dressed in a full Santa outfit. He then introduced the rest of the announce team who had also dressed up for the occasion, Michael Cole was Rudolph, Booker T was Santa and Josh Matthews was an elf. Cody Rhodes interrupted them to halt what he called a "farce" because he felt this was time being taken away from people who were still active in ring competitors, which was actually a fair enough point I thought. Rhodes also added that Booker T was jealous of him because he will never be a champion again like himself. Mick Foley stopped Cody and decided to set things straight by making a match up between Rhodes and Booker later on in the show.
Brie Bella won a Divas mistletoe on a pole match where she earned the right to be able to kiss any wrestler of her choosing from now up until Christmas. The match was pretty worthless as you'd expect but at least it was quick.
Justin Gabriel defeated Jinder Mahal in a brief but decent bout. Justin Gabriel got the win with his signature 450 splash after Jinder was distracted by Ted DiBiase who began handing out presents to members of the audience. Jinder looked quite solid here in the ring, at least he's in a real feud now with Ted DiBiase too rather then just appearing on Superstars which is obviously a step in the right direction for both men.
There was then a backstage segment which included the likes of the Usos, Foley and Hornswaggle. In an entertaining moment Dusty Rhodes claimed that "There are some weird people here" only to turn to see his son Dustin Rhodes dressed up as Goldust. David Otunga arrived and decided that to play it safe and to not violate any laws that the party should be closed down. foley decided that since Otunga was technically on the blue brand he was SmackDown talent so he put him in a Miracle on 34th Street Fight match against Randy Orton.
We then got another nice new teaser for the return of Kane with the simple words 'Kane resurrected' now appearing at the end of it. I don't think he is coming back with the mask on myself, although a lot of people are swaying that way.
During an interview with Matt Stryker, Booker T was attacked from behind by Cody Rhodes. I thought it was a bit too soon to have them face off in a match just yet. I'd personally have it saved until the Royal Rumble.
Kofi Kingston defeated Tyson Kidd in an enjoyable and quite fast paced match up. For the finish Kinston had grabbed the Rudolph head from Cole's costume and wore it as he performed the winning maneuver, a cross bosy from the top rope.
Randy Orton defeated David Otunga in a surprisingly entertaining Miracle on 34th Street Fight. I know I've already said it a few times now but for me Orton has been on great form this year. Wade Barrett predictably interfered by big booting Orton during the bout and leaving Otunga to pick up the pin, but that wasn't enough to stop 'The Viper' who struck with an RKO for the victory.
Hornswaggle won the Christmas battle royal to earn himself a wish from Santa. He last eliminated Sheamus after tricking him and pushing him from the outside of the ropes. Backstage afterwards he wished to be able to talk and sure enough he began to talk perfect English. So at least we won't have to hear those annoying noises he comes out with anymore, it's a Christmas miracle!
Mark Henry (c) defeated Daniel Bryan to retain the World Heavyweight championship in an exciting Steel Cage match. Although Bryan lost he still looked like a real competitor here and this recent storyline involving him and Mark Henry has been a definite step in the right direction for the Money In The Bank holder. After he won MITB he wasn't really doing much of anything and he didn't look like a future World champ at all, but now he's gained a lot of credibility and the booking team have finally stepped up for him. The actual bout was executed well, with Bryan logically targeting Henry's injured leg and a nice finish with Henry World Strongest Slamming Bryan off of the top rope. I'm just hoping that Henry retains the title at TLC and moves on from this feud with Big Show.
Brie Bella won a Divas mistletoe on a pole match where she earned the right to be able to kiss any wrestler of her choosing from now up until Christmas. The match was pretty worthless as you'd expect but at least it was quick.
Justin Gabriel defeated Jinder Mahal in a brief but decent bout. Justin Gabriel got the win with his signature 450 splash after Jinder was distracted by Ted DiBiase who began handing out presents to members of the audience. Jinder looked quite solid here in the ring, at least he's in a real feud now with Ted DiBiase too rather then just appearing on Superstars which is obviously a step in the right direction for both men.
There was then a backstage segment which included the likes of the Usos, Foley and Hornswaggle. In an entertaining moment Dusty Rhodes claimed that "There are some weird people here" only to turn to see his son Dustin Rhodes dressed up as Goldust. David Otunga arrived and decided that to play it safe and to not violate any laws that the party should be closed down. foley decided that since Otunga was technically on the blue brand he was SmackDown talent so he put him in a Miracle on 34th Street Fight match against Randy Orton.
We then got another nice new teaser for the return of Kane with the simple words 'Kane resurrected' now appearing at the end of it. I don't think he is coming back with the mask on myself, although a lot of people are swaying that way.
During an interview with Matt Stryker, Booker T was attacked from behind by Cody Rhodes. I thought it was a bit too soon to have them face off in a match just yet. I'd personally have it saved until the Royal Rumble.
Kofi Kingston defeated Tyson Kidd in an enjoyable and quite fast paced match up. For the finish Kinston had grabbed the Rudolph head from Cole's costume and wore it as he performed the winning maneuver, a cross bosy from the top rope.
Randy Orton defeated David Otunga in a surprisingly entertaining Miracle on 34th Street Fight. I know I've already said it a few times now but for me Orton has been on great form this year. Wade Barrett predictably interfered by big booting Orton during the bout and leaving Otunga to pick up the pin, but that wasn't enough to stop 'The Viper' who struck with an RKO for the victory.
Hornswaggle won the Christmas battle royal to earn himself a wish from Santa. He last eliminated Sheamus after tricking him and pushing him from the outside of the ropes. Backstage afterwards he wished to be able to talk and sure enough he began to talk perfect English. So at least we won't have to hear those annoying noises he comes out with anymore, it's a Christmas miracle!
Mark Henry (c) defeated Daniel Bryan to retain the World Heavyweight championship in an exciting Steel Cage match. Although Bryan lost he still looked like a real competitor here and this recent storyline involving him and Mark Henry has been a definite step in the right direction for the Money In The Bank holder. After he won MITB he wasn't really doing much of anything and he didn't look like a future World champ at all, but now he's gained a lot of credibility and the booking team have finally stepped up for him. The actual bout was executed well, with Bryan logically targeting Henry's injured leg and a nice finish with Henry World Strongest Slamming Bryan off of the top rope. I'm just hoping that Henry retains the title at TLC and moves on from this feud with Big Show.
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