CROWN Pro Wrestling: Show 17 – “Queen’s Gambit”
Venue: Madison Square Garden, New York City
Attendance: 17,400 (Sellout)
Theme Song: “Crown on Fire” by Halestorm
1. (Nexus 2.0) Sol Ruca, Lash Legend, Jacey Jane, & Fallon Henley w/ Serena Deeb vs (The Monarchy) Bianca Belair, Liv Morgan, Bayley, & Roxanne Perez
The night opens with chaos as Nexus 2.0 strut to the ring, Deeb rallying her students for battle. The Monarchy make their royal entrance—Belair cracking her braid, Liv bouncing with energy, Bayley smirking, and Roxanne determined to prove herself. The action is fast and fierce—Sol’s athleticism amazes, but Bianca counters with sheer strength. The crowd roars for every clash of youth and experience. Fallon Henley isolates Roxanne, hitting her with a vicious Shining Wizard. Bayley tags in and clears house until Lash Legend stops her momentum with a huge big boot.
The match devolves into pure anarchy. Serena Deeb distracts the ref while Jacey Jane low-blows Roxanne. But just when it seems Nexus 2.0 have it won, Liv Morgan sneaks in, hits the ObLIVion on Jacey, and tosses Bianca onto her for the pin! The Monarchy take the win and celebrate while Deeb fumes at ringside, glaring daggers at her team.
Winners: The Monarchy (Bianca Belair, Liv Morgan, Bayley, & Roxanne Perez)
2. Becky Lynch (c) vs Thunder Rosa – United States Title
Becky and Rosa lock up in a respectful but heated contest. Rosa tries to ground Becky with technical prowess, while Becky’s fire and ring IQ give her the edge. A surprising amount of respect is shown, but Rosa grows frustrated as Becky continually slips out of submissions. Rosa nails a Thunder Driver out of nowhere, nearly getting the three!
Suddenly, Jamie Hayter appears on the ramp—mocking both women. Rosa, distracted, argues with Hayter, allowing Becky to roll her up! Rosa kicks out and hits a stiff knee—but then Hayter runs in and accidentally clips Rosa’s leg. Becky capitalizes with the Manhandle Slam for the win. Hayter smirks from the ramp as Becky shakes her head, knowing Rosa deserved better.
Winner: Becky Lynch (retains the United States Title)
3. Stephanie Vaquer & Athena (c) vs Nia Jax & Cora Jade – Tag Team Titles
Representing Black Reign, Vaquer and Athena ooze confidence. The Monarchy’s Nia and Cora come out to a mixed reaction—Nia dominating early, flattening Athena with a Samoan Drop. But Vaquer’s precision and cunning shift momentum. Cora attempts her springboard DDT, but Athena counters into a powerbomb that shakes the ring.
As the ref’s back is turned, Rhea Ripley walks down the ramp to “check” on her allies. Nia turns her attention to Ripley, shouting. From behind, Vaquer strikes Nia with a roundhouse kick—Athena lands the Eclipse on Cora! The champs retain in brutal fashion. Afterward, Ripley smirks and nods approvingly as Nia screams at her from the ring.
Winners: Stephanie Vaquer & Athena (retain the Tag Team Titles)
4. Toni Storm vs Lyra Valkyria
The ring is draped in luxury for Toni Storm’s STARDOM Hollywood Era entrance—wine glass in hand, fur coat flowing. Lyra from Black Reign enters with stoic focus. The early going is surprisingly mat-based, Toni grounding Lyra with chain wrestling before shifting to her signature theatrics.
Lyra builds momentum, landing a gorgeous springboard kick and a Fisherman Buster for two. Toni rakes the eyes and hits a Tornado DDT, but Lyra kicks out. Frustrated, Toni tosses the wine glass—distraction! The ref removes it, and Giulia slides in, nailing Lyra with a lariat! Toni follows with Storm Zero for the pin. The STARDOM sisters embrace post-match, laughing over their “fabulous chaos.”
Winner: Toni Storm (STARDOM)
5. Giulia vs Tiffany Stratton
The crowd is electric as the self-proclaimed “Center of the Universe” Tiffany Stratton meets STARDOM’s unstoppable Giulia. The two trade barbs before the bell, but when it rings, it’s a fight. Tiffany’s athleticism amazes—cartwheel elbows, double stomps—but Giulia’s intensity is unmatched.
Midway through, Tiffany attempts her Prettiest Moonsault Ever, but Giulia catches her into a sickening backdrop suplex. The match becomes vicious—chops, headbutts, brutal slaps. Tiffany counters a Glorious Driver into a cradle for two. Giulia finally traps Tiffany in a rolling armbar, transitioning into the Stealth Viper. Tiffany tries to reach the ropes but taps out. Giulia helps her up after, acknowledging her fight.
Winner: Giulia (STARDOM)
6. Asuka & Kairi Sane vs Natalya & Tessa Blanchard vs Jade Cargill & Raquel Rodriguez vs Willow Nightingale & Jordynne Grace – Elimination #1C Tag Titles
This four-way is chaos from the start. The Kabuki Warriors and the power teams collide while Willow and Grace dominate early. Natalya & Tessa isolate Asuka and eliminate her team first after a surprise double Sharpshooter spot. Jade & Raquel then overpower Tessa with a double chokeslam, removing that team next.
Down to Jade/Raquel vs Willow/Grace—two powerhouse duos. Bodies fly everywhere! Jade spears Grace through the ropes, while Raquel hoists Willow up for the Texana Bomb. Willow counters mid-air with a pounce, sending Raquel flying. Grace tags in and hits the Grace Driver on Jade for the win. The crowd erupts!
Winners: Willow Nightingale & Jordynne Grace (new #1 contenders)
7. Mercedes Moné vs Iyo Sky (match set up backstage)
Backstage tension explodes when Mercedes mocks Iyo’s loyalty to Black Reign. They settle it in the ring. It’s a dream bout—high-speed offense, slick counters, and attitude. Iyo hits the Over-the-Moon Moonsault but lands awkwardly, clutching her knee. Mercedes pounces with a Moné Maker, but Iyo kicks out at 2.9!
Suddenly, Lyra Valkyria limps out to distract Mercedes—payback for earlier STARDOM involvement. Iyo capitalizes with a Sky Killer DDT for the win! Mercedes smirks, frustrated but impressed.
Winner: Iyo Sky (Black Reign)
8. Naomi vs Kris Statlander vs Jamie Hayter (match set up backstage)
This impromptu triple threat erupts after their backstage argument over title shots. Naomi dazzles with speed, Hayter brutalizes with power, and Statlander fuses both worlds. Midway through, Hayter and Kris team up to slam Naomi through the barricade. But once Naomi’s down, Hayter betrays Kris with a forearm.
Kris regains momentum with a 450 splash, nearly winning—but Liv Morgan and Roxanne appear, distracting Kris to protect Monarchy’s Naomi. Naomi rolls Kris up for a sneaky three-count. The Monarchy celebrates the heist of the night.
Winner: Naomi (The Monarchy)
9. Julia Hart, Skye Blue, Queen Aminata vs Lola Vice, Michin, & Zelina Vega – Elimination Match
Darkness meets flash as Julia Hart leads her eerie trio. Lola Vice’s MMA swagger shines early as she eliminates Skye Blue with a spin kick. Aminata fires back, pinning Zelina with a headbutt combo. Michin goes on a tear but gets caught in Julia’s Heartless Lock.
It comes down to Julia vs Lola—witchcraft versus grit. After trading heavy strikes, Julia blinds Lola with black mist and locks in the Heartless again for the tap-out victory. She stares eerily into the camera, whispering, “I warned you…”
Winners: Julia Hart, Skye Blue, & Queen Aminata
10. (STARDOM) Alex Windsor, Megan Bayne, & Thekla vs Britt Baker, Deonna Purrazzo, & Chelsea Green vs Piper Niven, Alba Fyre, & Isla Dawn vs (Nexus 2.0) Mara Sade, Kelani Jordan, & Jaida Parker
This inter-faction eight-woman war is pure chaos. Each team represents pride. STARDOM dominates early, Megan Bayne bulldozing everyone in sight. The WWE trio (Britt, Deonna, Chelsea) pull slick teamwork to eliminate Nexus 2.0 after Deonna’s Venus de Milo.
Piper’s squad battles STARDOM next. Alba’s dive eliminates Thekla, but Bayne wipes out Isla and pins Piper with a massive powerbomb. In the final stretch, Britt hits The Stomp on Windsor—but Giulia appears, distracting her long enough for Bayne to crush Britt with a spear for the win.
Winners: STARDOM (Alex Windsor, Megan Bayne, & Thekla)
11. (Nexus 2.0) Zaria & Izzy Dame vs (STARDOM) Mina Shirakawa & Hikaru Shida
Nexus 2.0 try to prove themselves against world-class opposition. Zaria shows unexpected ferocity, isolating Mina early. Izzy impresses with strength, tossing Shida into the barricade. But the veterans fight back—Shida nails the Katana knee strike, Mina follows with a Glamorous Driver.
As they celebrate, Serena Deeb climbs onto the apron—distracting the ref. Zaria hits Mina with a chain shot! Izzy plants her with a chokeslam for the shocking win. Deeb grins coldly from ringside, mouthing “lesson learned.”
Winners: Nexus 2.0 (Zaria & Izzy Dame)
12. Mariah May vs Alexa Bliss
Crowd-favorite Mariah May oozes charisma as she takes on the unpredictable Alexa Bliss. Alexa’s mind games dominate early—feigning friendship, then sucker-punching Mariah. Mariah fires back with fiery energy, nailing a top-rope missile dropkick.
Just as Mariah prepares for May Day, the lights flicker… it’s Lilly. Alexa uses the distraction to hit a DDT. But Mariah kicks out, fires up, and plants Alexa with the May Day for the three-count. Post-match, Mariah blows a kiss to the camera, declaring, “STARDOM still shines!”
Winner: Mariah May (STARDOM)
Main Event (500 words): Rhea Ripley (c) vs Charlotte Flair – Women’s Title
The tension is palpable. The arena lights dim as Rhea Ripley, the unholy queen of Black Reign, strides in—title glinting like armor. Charlotte Flair follows, every bit the royal challenger. Their rivalry transcends brands, nations, and eras. Tonight, it’s about supremacy.
They stare down as the bell rings—silence before a storm. Lockup—Rhea overpowers, shoving Charlotte across the ring. Charlotte smirks, adjusts her hair, and charges again—this time countering into a headlock takeover. Back and forth they go, mirroring each other’s moves—a perfect reflection of dominance.
Rhea takes control with brutal power, slamming Charlotte with a Deadlift Suplex. Flair responds with chops that echo through the arena. Both women refuse to yield. The crowd splits—half screaming “WOOO!”, half chanting “MAMI!”.
Midway through, Charlotte nails Natural Selection, but Rhea rolls out just before three. Charlotte locks in the Figure Eight—but Stephanie Vaque & Athena appear, distracting the ref! Charlotte releases the hold to confront them. Rhea seizes the moment—headbutt! Charlotte stumbles, and Rhea plants her with the Riptide! ONE… TWO… Charlotte kicks out!
The match escalates to a war. Rhea hits a superplex from the top, but Charlotte answers with a moonsault to the floor. Both women barely beat the ten-count. They return inside—Charlotte attempts a second Figure Eight—but this time, Rhea reverses into the Prism Trap!
Charlotte screams, reaching for the ropes. The crowd is on fire. But suddenly, Willow & Jordynne Grace——run down! They goes to slide the rope to Charlotte’s hand, but Rhea releases, turns, and dropkicks them off the apron!
As the chaos unfolds, Charlotte hits a desperate spear—Rhea barely kicks out at 2.9! Both women stagger up, eyes locked. Charlotte charges again—Rhea catches her—SECOND RIPTIDE! 1-2-3!
Rhea Ripley retains in an instant classic.
Post-match, Rhea stands tall with the title, surrounded by Black Reign. Charlotte stares up from the mat, exhausted but respectful.
Winner: Rhea Ripley (retains the Women’s Title)
