James Storm

Jeff Hardy, Austin Aries, and Bully Ray

What I Liked:

Once again, Impact opens with the World Champion Austin Aries, who talks about No Surrender. Jeff Hardy quickly makes his way out to the ring and Aries applauds him because of what he overcame at the PPV. He says Hardy is a man of few words and the crowd loves him, whereas Aries says a lot of words and the crowd loves him too. Aries begins to say what he wants from Hardy, but Bully Ray comes out. He talks about both guys being lucky, and then challenges Hardy to another match tonight. The match is made. I really thought the interaction between Hardy and Aries was intriguing because you do have two polar opposites of characters. I have not been interested in a match like I am with that one at Bound For Glory in quite some time. I also think two faces challenging for the gold is a good thing for the company. Both guys are different, with athletic styles in the ring. It looks like they are going for the mutual respect card, in which is something that is overplayed but still effective.

What I Disliked:

Although both guys will be faces, there still needs to be a feud brewing. There needs to be a game of one-upsmanship, where we try to find out who the favorite is. It cannot simply be

Grade: B+

Zema Ion Defeats Sonjay Dutt To Retain The X-Division Championship

What I Liked:

It has been a while since we have seen a really good X-Division championship match on Impact. What an athletic and interesting match between the young guy and a grizzly veteran. Dutt gets the offensive, hits a neckbreaker which transitions into a fantastic takedown, and really had the champion on the ropes. Ever since Ion has been champion, he has not had a really solid feud besides a quick one with Kenny King. Maybe this is a way to showcase his cocky attitude, especially after his attack post match. I expect someone else to step up to face him at Bound For Glory.

What I Disliked:

This was an excellent match from beginning to end, entertained the crowd, took it to the outside, and finished strong. Well done by both guys in the match, and nothing was here that stood out what I disliked.

Grade: B+

Bobby Roode Returns

What I Liked:

The former champion returns to Impact and talks about how James Storm has been riding his coat tails for years. He talks about how he does not deserve to be in the main event of Bound For Glory. Storm comes out and attacks Roode, punching him in the face multiple times. He chokes him with his tie, and the commercial break comes. This was really solid. They have the history behind them, the feud, and the jealously that pushes the two in a classic bout. This has been building up for months and months, and we are finally going to get the payoff. We will get a classic bout, and this is just the beginning of three more weeks until Bound For Glory.

Grade: A

AJ Styles Defeats Kazarian

What I Liked:

This was a pretty decent match between the two guys, who know each other very well. The action was fast paced, with Kazarian really taking the beating throughout the match. I loved the modified DDT from Styles on Kazarian, as Styles continues to adapt his game to whomever he faces. The match continues on a solid path until Styles connects with a flying elbow, a Pele Kick, and a Styles Clash in succession for the victory.

What I Disliked:

I am not sure if I want to see Styles and Angle face Kazarian and Daniels AGAIN. They have really lacked the ability to make an interesting story, and no, Claire was not interesting. What are they fighting for? Is it revenge, or the glory of holding the Tag Team Championship? Let's face it, they need to utilize Styles and Angle, and have nothing else for them to do right now.

Grade: C+

-Hogan is backstage with Brooke and tells Joseph Park to look out for her.

-Bully Ray gets Hardy to agree to put his title match on the line for tonight.

Hulk Hogan and The Aces and Eights

What I Liked:

Hogan comes out and talks about what happened at No Surrender. He says that the Impact Zone will be locked down forever. Aces and Eights show up on screen, and the leader talks about how smart Hogan was on Sunday. He goes on to say that Hogan could have it on lock down, but is he locking them out or in? He talks about how someone that he does not expect could be with their group. This ends the segment. When looking at the history, you could easily assume that Dixie Carter or Jeff Jarrett could be in charge of this group. They are the "known" owners of the company, so I expect it to be them. It could also be Sting, who has been boys with Hogan for too long now without another character change. Nonetheless, they continue to progress the story and keep you guessing, which is what they should do.

What I Disliked:

There needs to be more to draw in the casual fan each week. We need to find out more information quicker, as it has dragged on and been on the same path over a month. When you have a suspecious storyline like this, little pieces and evidence need to occur often, and they have somewhat stalled in the next move. You notice this.

Grade: B-

Chavo Guerrero Defeats Christopher Daniels

What I Liked:

As we get Chavo and Daniels, we got the same type of match from Chavo we have seen. There is no doubt he is a gifted talent in the ring, and he hits great suplexes and submission moves throughout. Daniels can work with anyone, so credit to him. I thought the victory was good for Chavo's character and place in TNA, and this makes two tag teams with title opportunities. I think the addition of Chavo and Hernandez is good and makes for a more interesting tag team championship.

What I Disliked:

Chavo is Chavo. I just still do not see why he is with the company. He is a great talent, but does not really fit in the "youth" movement we have seen with TNA recently. He is a great teacher and coach, and should be in the spot Al Snow or D-Lo Brown is in. Let him teach, as his wrestling days are winding down.

Grade: C

-Tara comes out and congratulates Brooke Tessmacher for her win. She celebrates, but then attacks her. This was simple and makes Tara look like the villan. This will only help her resurrect her career a bit, while giving Brooke a great rub. Also, Tara is looking amazing, in the best shape of her career. I have always been a huge fan of hers.

Jeff Hardy Defeats Bully Ray

What I Liked:

From the first bell to the last, I was interested in seeing how they booked this match. In one case, I wanted to see Hardy dominate a bit and really solidify is spot as the next contender. In another case, I felt like Bully Ray should have had some momentum towards who he fights next. Either way they booked it, you knew Hardy would win. You cannot have him lose his title match in one night, especially since that will make the Bound For Glory Series matches COMPLETELY irrelavant. It was booked perfectly, to make Hardy look great, and to really showcase his talents. These guys know each other so well, and it carried over into their match tonight. Well done.

Grade: A-

Impact Grade: B

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