Jerry Lawler started things off by going over what happened on the previous weeks show when after apologising to CM Punk he was then kicked in the back of the head by the WWE Champion. So this week 'King' wanted an apology. CM Punk joined Lawler, but instead apologised for the commentator's years of poor work behind the desk (which is true) and the fact that his mediocre career is Hall of Fame worthy. Punk warned Lawler that if he wanted a fight after provoking him then it would be very unwise and he would leave embarrassed, so Punk left giving him the choice if he wanted to take him on or not.
Ryback defeated Jack Swagger in an average match up. In Ryback's biggest one on one match to date against the official jobber of Raw Swagger he didn't look particularly convincing in the ring to me.
Layla beat Natalya in another uninspired bout. I wouldn't blame you if you went ahead and skipped this contest. It wasn't terrible by any means but it also wasn't terrific, as usual for the Divas division lately. To make matters worse we had Vickie Guerrero on ringside asking the two wrestlers to hurry it up so she could make an announcement, yawning and complaining as the match was happening. The Divas need as much help as they can get right now, much more then Vickie needs heat. This was an extremely stupid and damaging move on the bookers part, just like when Michael Cole would berate the Divas during their matches last year.
Guerrero revealed her pointless announcement, which was that she thought her client Ziggler was treated unfairly by AJ when he had to put his Money in the Bank contract on the line last week. So the General Manager AJ came out and grabbed the mic, but then just mauled Vickie, scaring her off. The whole segment was pointless.
We were then shown footage from the previous week of Daniel Bryan, who under the GM's orders was attending anger management classes. As Bryan sat there claiming that he was healthy and calm, a child walked in wearing a goat mask and of coure set him off. It was one of the most genuinely funny scenes I've seen in WWE for absolutely ages, Bryan really is the best thing about the company right now for me.
Jerry Lawler defended his career and what Punk had said about him earlier, stating that only the worthy are inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame. He probably wasn't including Koko B. Ware and Drew Carey in that sentence. Lawler then announced that he accepted the WWE Champion's challenge of a fight.
John Cena defeated The Miz in a pretty mediocre contest. Miz looked decent enough, and put on a fair display against Cena who just did his trademark play dead then miraculously comeback to win routine. Cena could even obviously be seen giving verbal instructions to his opponent, which looked very amateur.
We were taken back to Daniel Bryan's anger management class, where he went on a rant about his boss and ex-fiancee AJ. Kane also joined the group therapy. Amusingly everyone shuffled back a bit in their seats when he sat down.
Santino Marella beat Heath Slater in a forgettable comedy match. The action was quite drab for the most part, which elicited chants of "Boring" form the fans. Cesaro's partner Aksana then came out in an attempt to distract Santino, but this time it didn't work as Marella's sock puppet struck Slater for the win. Just as things were looking up for the 'One Man Band' after his win last week.
Brodus Clay and Sin Cara defeated Cody Rhodes and Damien Sandow in a passable tag team contest. All four men looked solid enough, nothing outstanding. I was quite disappointed with the result though, I think Rhodes and Sandow could've made an entertaining team together. And also because I've just grown really tired of Clay.
Back in the anger management class Kane began to list off all the evil doings of his past from childhood. After the session had wrapped up a fellow member called Harold went to offer Kane a hug, which he refused. Again it was another great segment, and genuinely humorous
R-Truth won via count out versus Daniel Bryan in a standard match up that was only really there to further Bryan's anger issues storyline. The action was limited and the count out came when Truth began chanting "Yes!" on the outside, causing Bryan to have a meltdown and begin a screaming contest with a fan.
Triple H came out to a great reception and revealed that he never wanted to become one of those pro wrestlers who go on past their sell by date, who just wrestle for the pay cheque and become too beat up and broken down. 'The Game' also gave an honest and heartfelt thank you to the fans for letting him do what he does best in the ring for all these years. It was a touching promo and felt genuine throughout, although I don't believe the 'Cerebral Assassin' has retired just yet.
Dolph Ziggler copied Chris Jericho's entrance and bragged about causing the termination of Y2J's contract, claiming that was the last time he'll ever be seen in WWE.
Sheamus and Randy Orton defeated Dolph Ziggler and Alberto Del Rio in a satisfactory tag bout. The action and efforts from all four men was solid enough, although the excitement didn't really kick in until Sheamus was tagged in and picked up the pace. I really think Orton has to switch heel soon, maybe they were planning to but didn't want to so close to Punk's turn.
Zack Ryder beat David Otunga in an passable, if average contest. Afterwards Kane (who'd been on commentary, although he said nothing) went to choke slam Ryder, but instead went for Otunga to take out. Am I the only one confused by what they're doing with Kane?
Josh Matthews announced that through an online vote on Twitter the fans had chosen for Lawler and CM Punk to face each other in a Steel Cage match next. GM AJ also revealed that at Night of Champions CM Punk will face John Cena for the WWE Championship. Wow, what a shocking announcement! They didn't really have to have her announce it, it was a given and could've just been put up on WWE.com.
CM Punk defeated Jerry Lawler in the Steel Cage match. It was a fairly decent main event, with Lawler doing a good job for a man of his condition and ring rust (take note that's a rare Jerry Lawler compliment from me). It also did it's job in enhancing Punk's interest and heat with the fans.
After the WWE Champion forced 'King' to tap to the Anaconda Vice he locked the cage door with a chain and padlock and proceeded to demand that his fallen foe call him the "Best in the world." Lawler refused, so he received a further beating from Punk. John Cena then raced out to 'King's' aid and demanded the Cage be lifted. So no one else was bothered enough to elevate the structure and help Lawler until Cena asked them to? How does that make any sense? CM Punk then called himself the best in the world as he left the ring, holding his title proudly as Cena looked on.
Overall it was a mixed show, with nothing particularly brilliant in-ring wise but a few enjoyable segments here and there, especially the anger management and Triple H's promo.
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