—At WWE Fatal 4-Way 2010, Alicia Fox pinned Maryse in a Fatal 4-way match, to win the WWE Divas Championship. Alicia Fox ends the 69 day reign of Eve Torres.

—Also at WWE Fatal 4-Way, The Hart Dynasty & Natalya defeated The Usos & Tamina.

—Former TNA Knockout Roxxi posted a blog on the controversial end of her career in TNA…

What a week…..
So, I know everyone is wondering what exactly happened at TNA this past week. Well I can tell you most of what you hear is true. I was told when I arrive to the set that I would be putting my career on the line. I did hear I was visibly upset but I would like to think I wasn’t. Don’t get me wrong, TNA has always been a big part of my life but if it’s supposed to be my last match or entire day with TNA I want to enjoy it. I want everyone to remember that I was cheerful that day because I was one of the lucky people, just like everyone else who works at TNA, who have the opportunity to be flown to Orlando FL, hang out with some of my closest friends and do what I love to do.

With that being said, I want everyone to know I’m proud of the career I did have with them. Every part of it. I legit gave my blood, sweat and tears to TNA and the fans and I know I can walk away with my head held high. I appreciate the opportunity that was given to me several times by the company to do what I love. I also appreciate the opportunity you fans have given me by letting be a part of your lives and you a part of mine. Your support has been amazing!

In closing I would like to thank everyone in TNA and most of all Dixie for all the memories I have and fans don’t worry I’m not finished in wrestling. It’s just a new chapter.

Hugs!
-Nikki

The TNA Knockouts match that did not make the cut on June 10th’s edition of Impact has hit the net, due to being aired overseas. The match pitted Velvet Sky & Lacey against Roxxi & Rosie.

TNA Knockouts – June 10, 2010 Impact Match: (Unaired in USA)
Velvet Sky & Lacey vs Roxxi & Rosie Lottalove

Rosie LottaLove and Roxxi were out next to the ring, followed by the TNA Knockout Tag Team Champions. As the bell rang, Velvet and Rosie has a bit of an ass showdown, followed by Velvet getting taken down by a clothesline. Lacey was tagged in, who was then shoved to the mat. She then attempted to bodyslam Rosie to no avail. Rosie returned the favor with a bodyslam of her own. Roise then tagged in Roxxi, who dominated Lacey and Velvet. After tagging Rosie, the match turned in the favor of The Beautiful People…From the outside, Lacey hit Rosie in the leg with her nightstick, which took her off her feet. They then followed with double team maneuvers. Rosie tagged out, and Roxxi came in cleaning house. She hit her voodoo drop to pick up the win.

Winner: Roxxi and Rosie LottaLove

After the match, Madison Rayne attacked Roxxi. Rosie briefly took out all three members; however, while attempting a top rope move, Lacey and Madison shoved her off, sending her falling to ringside. The Beautiful People then proceeded with a vicious beat down on both Rosie and Roxxi.

Thoughts: The ending of the segment—The Beautiful People’s beat down on Roxxi, would have actually been great going into Slammiversary. However, it seems the Knockouts were not priority for TNA, to make sure this aired. Outside of the tongue-and check commentary from Tazz and The Motor City Machine Guns, it was actually a well booked match and segment. Even The Beautiful People taking out Rosie was believably done.

At Slammiversary 2010, Madison Rayne (c) defeated Roxxi, in a Title vs. Career match for the TNA Women’s Knockout Championship.

It is no secret that TNA’s Women’s Division has been sucking balls lately, and for many, Slammiversary 2010 was no exception. In a last minute stipulation, Madision Rayne vs. Roxxi was turned into a Career vs. Title match, to the disdain of many Roxxi fans, who feel that she has been dicked over by TNA again and again. Was this a work? or is Roxxi gone from TNA yet again? Only this week’s Impact tapings will answer that question.

TNA Knockouts – Slammiversary 2010 Match:
TNA Women’s Knockout Championship
Career vs. Title
Madison Rayne(c) vs. Roxxi

—Roxxi made her way to the ring first for the match, followed by a replay of Roxxi vs. Madision Rayne on the May 20, 2010 edition of Impact, where she defeated Madision. Madison Rayne made her way to the ring next.

Madison got on the microphone before the match, challenging Roxxi to a Career vs. Title match. Before Roxxi could agree, Madison hit Roxxi in the head with the microphone, and the bell for the match rang. Madison made an immediate cover; however, a bleeding Roxxi kicked out. What followed was Roxxi dominating the beginning of the match despite being busted open. Madison took control after pulling Roxxi off the second ropes as she attempted a move. Roxxi made a quick comeback with offense. Madison was able to hit her finisher out of no where, to win the match.

Winner: Madison Rayne

Thoughts: This was a short match; however, in context of the current climate of the Knockouts Division, it was decent. If Roxxi is indeed gone from TNA, it would definitely be a slap in the face an numerous fans—The “Roxxi” chants in itself, is an ode to her popularity among TNA fans.

On the June 3, 2010 edition of TNA Impact, Betsy Ruth made her TNA wrestling debut as Rosie Lottalove (Lethalwow.com Profile).

TNA Knockouts – June 3, 2010 Impact Match:
Roxxi vs. Rosie Lottalove

—Rosie Lottalove made her way to the ring first for this match. They followed by showing footage of Rosie’s try-out match where she injured Daffney. Roxxi was out next. Rosie dominated the beginning of the match until missing a butt bump to a fallen Roxxi in the corner. Roxxi mounted offense until TNA Women’s Knockout Champ Madison Rayne came out of no where to ringside, and hit Roxxi in the back with the title. She screamed at Rosie to pin Roxxi, However, it seemed Rosie did not want the champ’s assistance, and the two argued back and fort. This gave Roxxi the opening to roll up Rosie for the win.

Winner: Roxxi at 1:43

After the match, a furious Madison Rayne, who wanted to see Roxxi—her opponent at Slammiversary—lose, got in the face of Rosie. Madison was then the recipient of a double hard choke slam.

Rosie then cut a “big” “bad” and “beautiful” promo with Jeremy Borash on the ramp, in which she she stated that she would be taking out each of The Beautiful People.

On the May 27, 2010 edition of TNA Impact, Velvet Sky and Lacey successfully defended the TNA Knockout Tag Team Championship against Sarita and Taylor Wilde.

TNA Knockouts – May 27, 2010 Impact Match:
TNA Knockout Tag Team Championship
The Beautiful People(c) vs. Sarita & Taylor Wilde

—Before the match, Roxxi was interviewed by Christy Hemme, who revealed that she would be facing Madison for the TNA Women’s Knockout Championship at TNA Slammiversary. Sarita and Taylor Wilde were then seen in the ring, as Puppet The Psycho Dwarf of Half Pint Brawlers was doing guest commentary. The Beautiful People then made their way to the ring.

Velvet and Sarita started this match, with Velvet getting a hip toss. Sarita quickly took control, and followed by tagging in Taylor Wilde. A few tag exchanges between Taylor and Sarita, saw Velvet on the defense. The match was able to turn in the Beautiful People when Lacey clotheslined Taylor from the apron. Velvet then tagged in Lacey, and they double teamed Taylor in the corner. Lacey then hit a chokeslam for the win.

Winner: The Beautiful People at 2:41

After the match, Puppet The Psycho Dwarf ran down to the ring while the Beautiful People were celebrating. After a few high fives from the Beautiful People, he slapped Velvet on the butt. This got him a DDT from Madison, followed by kicks from a disgusted Velvet.

Lacey on the other hand went to check on Puppet. He followed by making out with her, and she returned the favor as they rolled around in the ring.

Thoughts: The dreadful era of The Beautiful People continues, what more can we expect? This was basically a plug for Half Pint Brawlers. At least we get to see Maddy and Roxxi go at at Slammiversary.

On the May 20, 2010 edition of TNA Impact, Roxxi made her return, defeating TNA Women’s Knockout Champion Madison Rayne.

TNA Knockouts – May 20, 2010 Impact Match:
Non-Title Match
Madison Rayne(c) vs. Roxxi

—Roxxi was out first for the match, followed by a recap of the injury she suffered during her match against Hamada at TNA’s New Year’s Knockout Eve special. Madison Rayne then made her entrance without Beautiful People members Velvet Sky and Lacey. As the bell rang, “Roxxi” chants broke out as she began with an arm drag and roll up on Madison. Madison got back up, and Roxxi hit a hip toss. She then hit her running hip attack to Madison in the corner. Roxxi went for her big boot; however, Madison moved out of the way, and she got hung by her leg on the second rope. Madison took control of the match in the moments that followed. Madison went to work on Roxxi, with a vicious “mean streak;” however, Roxxi was able to hit her Voodoo drop finisher out of no way for the win.

Winner: Roxxi at 2:41

Thoughts: Roxxi made her return to TNA for the 4th time… I believe the last time was in December, when she upset then TNA Knockout Women’s Champion ODB in a non-title match. Before that, she returned during the TNA Knockout Tag Team Championship tournament. Hopefully the 4th time is a charm!, and she ends up getting a title run in 2010. As for the match, it served its purpose of setting up a new number one contender for Madison Rayne’s Championship.

DVD REVIEW:
SHIMMER- WOMEN ATHLETES VOL.24

Taped: Saturday, May 2, 2009
http://www.rohwrestling.com/shoponline.asp…
$14.95

Featuring: Awesome Kong, Malia Hosaka, Lexie Fyfe, Amber O’Neal, Mercedes Martinez, Portia Perez, Rain, Sara Del Rey, Cheerleader Melissa, MsChif, Nikki Roxx, Ariel, Allison Danger, Madison Eagles, Daizee Haze, Jetta, LuFisto, Wesna Busic, Ashley Lane, Nevaeh, Jennifer Blake, Serena Deeb, Cat Power, Tenille, Rayna Von Tash, Kellie Skater and Jessie McKay.

Matches on this DVD:

1. Jessie McKay vs. Kellie Skater (4:42)
2. Lexie Fyfe & Malia Hosaka vs. Tenille & Rayna Von Tash (10:46)
3. Amber O’Neal vs. Jennifer Blake (8:45)
4. Mercedes Martinez vs. Madison Eagles(11:05)
5. Rain & Jetta (w/Lacey) vs. Nikki Roxx & Portuguese Princess Ariel (12:03)
6. Serena Deeb vs. Cat Power (8:25)
7. No Time Limit: Nicole Matthews vs. Daizee Haze (13:16)
8. No Disqualification Street Fight: Allison Danger vs. Portia Perez (11:36)
9. Wesna Busic vs. LuFisto (12:52)
10. MsChif & Cheerleader Melissa vs. Sara Del Rey & Amazing Kong (21:45)

(Photos By Wrestlin Wally)

To facilitate Lethalwow’s 2009 Women’s Wrestling End of Year Review (See: 2008 Year in Review), going over various DVDs from this year was in order. Shimmer Women Athletes Volume 24 was taped on May 2, 2009, during a weekend at the Eagles’ Club in Berwyn, Illinois, where Volumes 23, 25 and 26 were also taped.

The DVD began with a promo from veterans Lexie Fyfe & Malia Hosaka, berating “rookies” Tenille & Rayna Von Tash, who were their opponents for the night. We then go to the venue, where Kellie Skater made her entrance, followed by Jessie McKay.

Match Number 1:
Jessie McKay vs. Kellie Skater

This match was officiated by Laura Mattano, with Dave Prazak doing Play by Play Commentary and Portia Perez on Color Commentary. The match started with a tie up, and quickly transitioned into a fast pace bout. Jessie McKay (One-half of the The Pink Ladies) got the early advantage, connecting with some nice offense; however, Kellie Skater turned things around with a hotshot to Jessie on one of the top ropes. The ladies were pretty evenly matched throughout, with Jessie being the crowd favorite, and Kellie sticking to a heel tactics. The finish came when Kellie Skater kicked out of Jessie’s Finisher ( “School Girl Crush” aka Running Yakuza Kick)….Jessie brought Kellie to her feet to apply another move; however, Kellie countered by throwing Jessie into one of the corner turnbuckle. Kellie immediately followed with a roll-up, in which she grabbed Jessie’s tights for leverage. This was a nice opener for the DVD, a nice performance by lower card wrestlers.

Winner: Kellie Skater at 4:42

Up next was Amber Gertner interviewing Serena Deeb on her loss against MsChif in Volume 23. Serena cut on nice promo on wanting to be the best in Shimmer by winning the Shimmer Championship.

Match Number 2:
The Experience: Lexie Fyfe & Malia Hosaka vs. Tenille & Rayna Von Tash

Referee P.J. Drummond made his way to the ring, followed by Malia and Lexie Fyfe. The fan favorites Tenille and Rayna Von Tash made their way to the ring next, to Janet Jackson’s “Feedback.” This match started out with Tenille and Malia, who was reluctant to start the match. The beginning of the match was pretty back and fort with various tags between both teams. Rayna and Tenille held their own against the veterans up until midway through the match. Malia was able to get the upper hand on Rayna, which was followed by nice tag team psychology by The Experience. Lexie and Malia cut Rayna from getting the tag to her partner, which also included some nice double teaming, and illegal tactics unnoticed by the referee. Rayna was able to get out of her predicament by getting her knees up as Malia went for a splash. Tenille got the hot tag, during which she got some nice offense in on both Lexie and Malia. This flowed into the finish as order in the ring broke down. In the mix of the disorder, Lexie and Malia were able to hit a Double-inverted suplex slam on Rayna behind the referees back. Lexie then got the pin.

Winner: Lexie Fyfe & Malia Hosaka at 10:46

Up next, was a promo from The Canadian NINJAS (Portia Perez and Nicole Matthews). The ladies talked about their respective singles matches for later on the show… Nicole Matthews vs. Daizee Haze, and Allison Danger vs. Portia Perez.

Match Number 3:
Amber O’Neal vs. Jennifer Blake

Referee Andy Long got into the ring, followed by Amber O’Neal. This match started with Amber O’Neal charging towards Jennifer, who took her down with a drop toe-hold. After some quick offense by Jennifer, Amber was able to get the upper hand with underhanded tactics. Amber continued to dominate the majority of the match, with Jennifer getting very little offense. The finish came when Amber failed at a top rope move, giving Jennifer the opening to hit her with a super kick for the win. Despite being the heel in this match, Amber was clearly the fan favorite. Amber is gold as always.

Winner: Jennifer Blake at 8:45

Up next was a promo from Sara Del Rey and Awesome Kong. The ladies seemed more than ready for the main event later in the show against MsChif & Cheerleader Melissa.

Match Number 4:
Mercedes Martinez vs. Madison Eagles

Out next was Madison Eagles, followed by Mercedes Martinez, with Brian Gorie as the referee. The ladies shook hands before getting into it, which started very mat based. Madison Eagles did a nice job hanging in there with the technically sound Mercedes. Approaching the seven minute mark, the match was taking to the outside when Madison kicked Mercedes off the apron. Madison was then the victim of a nasty spot, going back first into on of the steal railings (Charging into Mercedes, who moved out of the way). Upon the reentry to the ring, this was a hard hitting match which multiple near falls. The finish came when Mercedes avoided Madison’s finisher, giving her the opportunity to hit her Fisherman brainbuster for the win.

Up until this point, this match was the best so-far, to a nice ovation by the audience. And who could go wrong with Martinez’s chops? Mercedes got on the microphone after the match, and complementing her opponent Madison Eagles on the great match.

Winner: Mercedes Martinez at 11:05

Match Number 5:
Rain & Jetta (w/ Lacey) vs. Nikki Roxx & Portuguese Princess Ariel

Referee Bryce Remsburg made his way to the ring, followed by Rain, Jetta and Lacey. Roxxi and Ariel were out next. Lacey did a nice job riling up the crowd before the match, which started out with Ariel and Nikki smashing Jetta and Rain’s heads together. Pretty Bitchin’ (Ariel and Nikki Roxx) dominated the first two minutes of the match. That soon changed when The International Home Wrecking Crew (Rain & Jetta), cut Ariel off from her partner. The next 6 1/2 minutes saw them get the better of Ariel. The ladies did a nice job working on Ariel’s shoulder. Ariel finally got a tag to Nikki who cleaned house. After a fall-away slam and scoop slam, Nikki tagged Ariel back in the match, who quickly found herself back into her previous predicament. Another hot tag to Nikki led to the finish, where Ariel and Nikki had the match won with simultaneous stunners on Jetta & Rain. Lacey quickly made her presence felt by getting on the apron to distract the referee. This gave Jetta and Rain the opportunity to get attacks from behind on Nikki and Ariel. Jetta was able to get a double knee backbreaker into a straight jacket submission for the win.

Winner: Rain & Jetta at 12:03

Up next was highlights from Allison Danger and Portia Perez’s encounter from Shimmer Volume 23.

Match Number 6:
Serena Deeb vs. Cat Power

Referee Brian Gorie was seen entering the ring, followed by Cat Power to “Pot” by Tool. Serena Deeb was out next. The ladies started the match with a tie up, followed by various reverses. This continued for the first couple of minutes as the ladies showcased their technical wrestling skills. Serena kept an advantage over Cat by keeping her subdued throughout the match with side headlock variations. Cat Power was able to return the favor later by working on Serena’s arm. This put Serena on the defense, in which she countered various attempts from Cat who was determined to work on continue working on her left arm. The finish came abruptly after Serena counted a bulldog from Cat, as it gave her the opening to hit her spear.

Winners: Serena Deeb at 8:25

Up next, highlights were shown from the Daizee Haze vs. Nicole Matthews match on Shimmer Volume 23, which ended in a 20-minute time limit draw. This was the set-up for the next match.

Match Number 7:
No Time Limit
Nicole Matthews vs. Daizee Haze

Referee P.J. Drummond was shown getting into the ring, followed by Nicole Matthews. Daizee Haze came out next. The match began with Nicole Matthews retreating by running out of the ring. A chase throughout the venue followed. Back in the ring, Daizee was able to get the starting advantage. Much like the beginning of the previous match, the beginning saw some nice technical wrestling, with reversals from both ladies. Towards the four minute mark of the match, Daziee began using risky aerial maneuvers in which didn’t pay off. Nicole Mathews controlled the pace of the match after a fall-away slam. Daizee attempted a few nice comebacks; however, Nicole’s devious tactics were consistently getting the better of Daizee. Daizee turned the match around with a nice Daizee cutter followed by some nice offense. Nicole mounted a comeback after a German suplex, followed by near falls after near falls. Portia Perez then made her presence felt by getting on the apron; however, her distraction was to no avail as Daizee knocked her off the apron, and followed by getting the Mind Trip (Snapmare driver).

Winner: Daizee Haze at 13:16

After the win, Daizee was attacked by Portia. Allison Danger then made her way to the ring attacking Portia. The bell was rung for their match…

Match Number 8:
No Disqualification Street Fight
Allison Danger vs. Portia Perez

This started with Allison getting early strikes on Portia. Portia retreated to the outside of the ring, where she got a cookie sheet and commenced to hit Allison in the head with it. The next weapon on Portia’s list was her belt, in which she used to continuously choke Allison, and as leverage in throwing maneuvers. The match spilled to ringside, with Danger getting an advantage, and retaliating with the belt. A hockey stick came into play, with Danger on the receiving end. Danger mounted a comeback, and hit Portia with a Russian leg sweep using the hockey stick. What followed were brutal chair spots. Nicole Mathews then made her presence felt in the match, serving as distraction for Portia to get a super kick on Danger. Portia then used a chain to choke out Danger, which caused her to pass out.

Winner: Portia Perez at 11:36

Post Match: Portia and Nicole continued to attack Danger; however, Daizee Haze with a chair, ran off Portia and Nicole.

Up next, was the Shimmer Tag Team Champions Nevaeh and Ashley Lane making their way to the ring. The ladies talked about their possible challengers for the Tag Team Titles, which would be determined in the Main Event: MsChif & Cheerleader Melissa vs. Sara Del Rey & Amazing Kong

Highlights were then shown from Wesna Busic vs. LuFisto on Shimmer volume 22.

Match Number 9:
Wesna Busic vs. LuFisto

Referee Andy Long was shown getting into the ring, followed by Wesna Busic who was accompanied by Annie Social. LuFisto was out next. This match started with a nice running big boot to an unsuspecting Lufisto during her introduction. Lufisto took offense with a nice spear. This started off hard-hitting, and quickly spilled to the outside. Soon, it turned in Wesna’s favor with a nice camel clutch. Wesna dominated in the minutes that followed. After the most hard-hitting kicks you will see in Women’s wrestling from Wesna to Lufisto, Lufisto was able to make a comeback with a German suplex. After continuous interference from Annie Social, Wesna was back in the drivers seat. After a clothesline to Wesna to the outside of the ring, the match continued with a brawl to the outside. Back in the ring, Lufisto kicked out of a Ki Krusher, and the match continued. After more distraction from Annie Social, Wesna was able to pick up the victory with the CB4 Driver.

Winner: Wesna Busic at 12:53

Up next, were highlights from Shimmer Volume 23, which led up to the main event match.

Match Number 10:
Tag Team #1 Contender Match
MsChif & Cheerleader Melissa vs. Sara Del Rey & Amazing Kong

Referee Bryce Remsburg was shown in the ring, followed by Sara Del Rey making her entrance. Out next was Amazing Kong, followed by MsChif and Melissa. The match started off with Sara and Melissa, which was hard-hitting as expected from those two. MsChif was in next against Sara, who found herself in trouble by being isolated from Kong. Upon Melissa’s return, Sara turned things in her favor temporarily. Melissa and Sara went fairly back and fort in the minutes that followed. Kong finally got tagged into the match, and followed with a nice giant swing to Melissa. Kong dominated Melissa in the moments that followed. Sara got back in the match, with Melissa needing to make a tag desperately. Kong and Sara alternated, as their psychology to isolate Melissa continued. Melissa finally got a tag to MsChif, who didn’t fare any better than Melissa against Kong and Sara. MsChif was able to get back on her game after Kong missed a splash. Soon, the match got out of control, with all four women in the ring. MsChif found herself in trouble once again; however, she was able to get a tag to Melissa after Kong inadvertently hit Sara with a missile drop kick. Melissa was able to get some amazing offense on Kong, which included a brutal curb stomp, a missile drop kick and hurricanrana. The finish came, with Sara close to tapping out from a submission from MsChif. Kong quickly took Melissa out of the match by driving her back first into one of the steal ring posts. Kong then broke up the submission, followed by powerbombing MsChif, and implant busting Sara onto MsChif, who got the pin.

Winner(s): Amazing Kong & Sara Del Rey at 21:45

After the match, Sara and Kong continued their attack on MsChif. Soon after, Wesna Busic joined in the beat down. The Shimmer Tag Team Champions Nevaeh and Ashley Lane made a failed run-in on Kong and Sara who overpowered them. The DVD ended with Wesna holding up the Shimmer Title, and Kong and Sara holding up the Tag Team Titles.

Match Of The DVD: MsChif & Cheerleader Melissa vs. Sara Del Rey & Amazing Kong
The main event was most definitely the match of the DVD. Four of Women’s Wrestling most celebrated athletes, in a Twenty minute match, how can you go wrong?

Overall, this is a great buy for any Women’s wrestling fan. The card was nicely put together from start to finish, with nice continuity from previous volumes, and build for future volumes.

Very sad news has hit the net via Twitter. TNA favorite Roxxi (aka Nikki Roxx), was apparently injured during the taping of New Year’s Knockout Eve (TNA: New Year’s Knockout Eve – Spoilers). Roxxi just made her return to the company on last week’s episode of Impact (TNA Knockouts – December 17, 2009 Impact Report: Roxxi Returns).

Best wishes to Roxxi who broke her ankle in two places in a match against Hamada last night. We wish her a very speedy recovery.

On my way home after a great time down at TNA. Sadly I’m using crutches

New Year’s Eve 2009 will be a historic night for the TNA Knockouts. TNA taped an All-Knockouts special on Monday December 21, which featured Awesome Kong, Roxxi, The Beautiful People, Hamada, ODB, SariTaylor and a few surprise names.

TNA Knockout’s Singles Title Tournament:
ROUND ONE:

—Hamada vs. Madison Rayne. Winner: Hamada w/the Hamada Driver.
—ODB vs. Traci Brooks. Winner: ODB w/ her TKO Finisher.
—Roxxi vs. Velvet Sky. Winner: Roxxi.
—Awesome Kong vs. Daffney. Winner: Awesome Kong w/the Implant buster

—Sarita & Taylor Wilde defeated April Hunter & Lorelei Lee.

TNA Knockout’s Singles Title Tournament:
ROUND TWO:

—Roxxi vs. Hamada. Winner: Hamada
—Awesome Kong vs. ODB. Winner: ODB

— Lizzie Valentine defeated Amber O’Neal.

TNA Knockout’s Singles Title Tournament:
FINAL ROUND:

—Roxxi vs. Hamada. Winner: Hamada
—Hamada vs. ODB. Winner: ODB w/ her TKO

—Tara and ODB brawled at the end of the show.

The December 17, 2009 episode of Impact saw final build for the Knockouts Championship match at TNA Final Resolution: ODB(c) vs. Tara, and planted seeds for increased competition within the Knockouts Tag Team Division.

Non-Title Singles Match:
ODB(c) vs. Roxxi

—Prior to the match, Lauren interviewed Roxxi on her “official return” to TNA. During the promo, they noted that she has been competing in fitness competitions and wrestling in Mexico during her time away. Roxxi was released in May of 2009, and made a brief return in September, during round 1 of the Knockouts Tag Team Tournament. Roxxi indeed has kept busy during her absence from TNA, wrestling for Women Superstars Uncensored, Shimmer Women Athletes and more.

Before Roxxi made her entrance, a Tara vs. ODB promo video was also shown, documenting the road to Final Resolution. ODB then made her way to the ring, with continued heel-like mannerisms.

ODB got an early advantage with a kick to Roxxi in the midsection followed by brawling offense. Roxxi turned things around when ODB missed a body avalanche to the corner…She took advantage with a nice fall-away slam. The action that followed was fairly back and fort. The finish came when the referee stopped ODB from using her flask to hit Roxxi, who took advantage with a roll-up for the win.

Winner(s): Roxxi at 4:11

Roxxi’s celebration didn’t last long, as ODB attacked her by hitting her with her flask and choking her our with a headband. Tara ran down to the ring, and made the save.

Non-Title Tag Team Triple Threat:
Sarita & Taylor Wilde(c) vs. The Beautiful People (Velvet & Madison) vs. Awesome Kong & Hamada

—The Beautiful People made their way to the ring, with highlights from last week’s mud-match (TNA Knockouts – December 10, 2009 Impact Report). Awesome Kong & Hamada were out next, followed by Sarita & Taylor Wilde. Will Sarita and Taylor Wilde ever have a tag team name? Or will fans continue to run wild with unofficial names such as “SariTaylor” and the “Speed Queens?”

This was the definition of short and sweet. With the likes of Sarita, Hamada and Awesome Kong, you can’t go wrong. Awesome Kong and Taylor started off the match, with Kong having to tag in Hamada after some smart offense from Taylor. Next up was Sarita and Hamada with two nicely executed spots, a nice monkey flip counter followed by a headscissors with multiple revolutions before the take-down. Velevet Sky tagged herself into the match, and hit Hamada with a DDT, followed by a double team between herself and Madison. The match quickly got out of control with Sarita and Taylor pulling Velvet to the outside of the ring. Hamada tagged in Kong and followed with a moonsault to Sarita and Taylor Wilde on the outside. Madison after being left in the ring with Kong, fell victim to a sit-down splash.

Winner(s): Awesome Kong & Hamada at 1:51

After the match, Lauren interviewed The Beautiful People, who had offensive words for her. Lauren took exception to the disparaging comments, and slapped Lacey Von Erich.