TNA Impact Wrestling Results - August 16th, 2012

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This week's live TNA Impact opened with a recap of Bound for Glory Series matches on last week's Impact and at Sunday's Hardcore Justice PPV. The video opening also recapped the latest from Aces &...

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Back live, interim GM Sting had joined the party. Sting called out the Aces & Eights group, noting their character is down in the pits. Sting said he promised Hulk Hogan that Brooke would be protected and that's what happened. Sting said they can run with the pack because they gave Angle, Hardy, Aries, and himself. Sting then noted it's Open Fight Night next week on Impact and said it will be Showtime at the start of the show with their packs meeting in the ring. Sting's music played to wrap up the segment before the top faces slowly left the ring.

Daniels and Kaz talked about a Spider-man comic. Daniels "got his heat back" noting he was ganged up on by Joe, Styles, and Angle at Hardcore Justice. Kaz and Daniels turned their attention to the Claire storyline before A.J. Styles walked into the shot. Styles said he must have been drugged to sleep with a "foot" like Claire. Styles then told Daniels about new stipulations for their BFG Series match tonight: if Daniels wins, then he'll admit to being the father, but if Styles wins, then he gets a paternity test. Styles walked off, then Daniels became concerned about whether Styles is going to go Maury Povich on him.

Back live, Tenay and Taz re-reviewed the BFG Series standings updated with Samoa Joe's victory earlier tonight. Daniels's music then played for the second BFG Series match of the night. After Daniels and Kazarian came out, A.J. Styles came out as Tenay recapped the new deal for the match tonight, as agreed upon by Sting. No sign of Claire Lynch ringside here. Before the match, ref Brian Hebner gave Kazarian the boot from ringside because of the importance of the match. Daniels flipped out, then Hebner called for the bell.

TNA tag champion DANIELS (w/TNA tag champion Kazarian) vs. A.J. STYLES -- BFG Series match

Daniels tried a quick pin with his feet on the ropes, but Hebner called it off. Styles then lit up Daniels with chops to the chest before dropping a knee across the face. Styles proceeded to choke Daniels underneath the bottom rope before continuing the attack with stomps to the chest. Daniels needed a breather on the floor, which drew Styles to the outside. Daniels tried to cut off Styles back in the ring, but Styles cut him off and continued the attack. Daniels then got down on both knees and begged, but Styles clotheslined him. Tenay sent the show to break.

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The match resumed with Daniels in control as Tenay recapped the stipulations added to this match. Styles then came back with his trademark drop down, leap frog, and dropkick for a close two count. Styles followed with the Muta Lock for a submission, but Daniels broke free. So, Styles tried a single-leg crab looking for 10 points in the BFG Series before turning it into a Muta Lock again. Daniels bit his way out of the hold, then slingshot Styles throat-first across the top rope. Daniels proceeded to knock Styles out of the ring, looking for a count-out win.

Styles made it back into the ring before nine, then took a hard whip into the corner for his trouble. Daniels followed with a punt to the chest and proclaimed, "Its good!" for a football reference. Daniels continued the attack with a back-drop suplex, but no pin. Daniels then blatantly tried to put his feet on the ropes for a pin, but the ref easily spotted it and asked Daniels if he thinks he's stupid. Daniels, frustrated, chucked Styles to the floor again. Styles was slow to re-enter the ring, but re-entered at eight to avoid a count-out.

Back in the ring, Styles teased the Clash, but Daniels cut him off. Daniels then wrapped his legs around Styles's throat and applied a standing Koji Clutch. Styles eventually collapsed to the mat while locked in the hold, but refused to tap out. Daniels released, then landed elbows to the back of the head as they hit the 12:40 mark. No mention by the announcers yet of the 15-minute time limit, but Tenay slipped in a TNA house show tour plug.

Daniels mounted Styles for ten punches, which Styles blocked at five to score with a running powerbomb out of the corner. Daniels sold immense back pain as Styles collected himself face-down on the mat. At 14:00, both men reached their feet and Styles avoided a corner attack before springboarding onto Daniels and making his full comeback. Styles followed with a gutbuster, but only a nearfall. Still no mention of the time limit at 14:30. Styles then hit a suplex into a neckbreaker for a two count when Daniels got his foot on the bottom rope. Clearly, the announcers have been instructed not to mention the time limit.

Daniels dumped Styles over the top rope, so there should be a draw with the time limit expiring. But, the match kept going. On the floor, Daniels sent Styles back into the ring, but Styles sprung to his feet and flew over the top rope with a flip-dive on the outside. They hit 16:00 with Kazarian appearing underneath the ring as Daniels recovered on the outside. Styles then tried to suplex Daniels back into the ring, but Kaz held down Styles's feet as Daniels scored a three count. Ref Brian Hebner saw Kaz, though, and waved off his three count. Kaz and Daniels flipped out, then Styles smashed Daniels with a Pele kick. He covered Daniels for the win. Afterward, Styles put an exclamation mark on things with a Styles Clash to Daniels.

WINNER: Styles at 16:50 following 16:30 false finish after what should have been a draw at 15:00. Another solid Styles-Daniels match while setting up the next stage in the Styles-Claire-Daniels storyline.

Sting was shown calling Hulk Hogan, who said he just saw what happened. Hogan vowed to appear on Impact next week to be right next to Sting when they call out Aces & Eights. Hogan said he's not ready to fight, but he has to be next to Sting against A&E. Hogan said he has Sting's back. Sting declared it's officially Showtime.

James Storm was shown re-arranging his gear. Jeff Hardy then walked up behind Storm and said he doesn't care what people are saying, just that Aces & Eights cost him 20 points at Hardcore Justice. Hardy said it's all shady. Storm turned around and said he's sick and tired of everyone accusing him and now Hardy is questioning him. Storm said he will be there next week to fight A&E. He then vowed to be ringside for Hardy's match against Bully Ray tonight to make sure the group doesn't show up. Storm walked off.

Bobby Roode was shown calmly walking down the hallway straightening his suit tie. Tenay noted Roode has no more TNA Title shots, so Roode will address his situation next.

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Bobby Roode's music played to bring out the former TNA World champion with no scheduled re-matches. Roode slowly walked out on-stage looking down at the ground before slowly, slowly making his way to the ring peering to his left and right to survey the crowd. Once in the ring, Roode took the mic and looked down at the mat selling inner conflict. Pause for a "You Suck" chant as tourists milled about in the background.

Roode began that last Sunday at Hardcore Justice, he had an opportunity to right the wrong and prove to the world that in fact what he's been saying is true that Austin Aries is a fluke. Roode said he proved it because he defeated Aries right here in the middle of the ring when the assigned referee Brian Hebner counted to three and raised his hand in victory. Of course, as everyone knows, one thing led to another with Earl Hebner re-starting the match, which Roode claimed he had already won. As a result, he's standing here empty-handed. Pause for "Looooser" chant. Roode said he should be standing here as World champ. Now, he doesn't get another re-match. Roode said that without the title - the fans don't get it - he's empty and when people think of World Hvt. champion, they think Bobby Roode.

Roode said he went home, looked in the mirror, and said there is only one person to blame for all of this. "And that's Austin Aries," he said. Well, and Sting, too. And, the refs. "Aries, Sting, the referees, and as a matter of fact, each and every one of you," Roode said, pointing to the crowd. Roode said he gives his all every week, but they disrespect him. "You're a loser" chant from the crowd. Roode said now he's faced with the question of "Now what, Bobby?" Roode said he's going to... Well, um... No wait... nope. Roode couldn't find the words, so he dropped the mic in the middle of the ring and wiped his mouth. Echoes of James Storm's "I'm walking away" speech after Lockdown in April.

Madison Rayne and Miss Tessmacher were shown on a split-screen preparing for their Knockouts Title match tonight with a special referee.

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A tough-guy-looking guy was profiled in a video package. The man talked about his tough upbringing and becoming a wrestling fan. He said he got a call one day that his brother got shot and now he's wrestling for his brother. The man said it's a second chance at life for him. Next week, the man gets his Gut Check shot.

Knockouts champion MADISON RAYNE vs. MISS TESSMACHER -- Knockouts Title match -- special referee Taryn Terrell

Tessmacher was introduced first, followed by new KO champ Madison Rayne to set up the drama of the special referee announcement. Brooke Hogan walked out on-stage and said she is bringing a "phenomenal" ref to this match. She introduced Taryn Terrell, the former Tiffany in WWE, who the crowd didn't seem to recognize. The match boiled down to Madison arguing with Tiffany, who tried to call things down the middle. Tessmacher then took advantage of a distracted Rayne for the pin and the win to regain the Knockouts Title.

WINNER: Tessmacher at 4:02 to re-capture the Knockouts Title.

Jeff Hardy vs. Bully Ray. TNA showed the two men walking toward the entrance area on a split-screen.

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Earlier Tonight: Aces & Eights cornered Brooke Hogan in the ring before the locker room made the save. Sting then challenged A&E to meet him and his pack in the ring at the top of the show next week.

In another recorded message, Aces & Eights said that's just the invitation they were looking for from Sting. A&E confirmed they will meet Sting and his pack at the top of the show next week. Another A&E dude reminded the spokesperson that they have unfinished business tonight.

Back in the arena, Bully Ray was introduced first for the main event BFG Series match. Hardy was out second leading into the eighth quarter-hour.

BULLY RAY vs. JEFF HARDY -- BFG Series match

Ray and Hardy slowly locked up, nearly knocking over ref Earl Hebner in the process. Ray then ducked under the ropes to avoid Hardy. James Storm then slowly walked out to ringside 45 seconds into the match. "Where your boys at, huh?!" Ray shouted at Storm, who said he has no boys. Ray turned his attention back to Hardy and landed right hand blows before jawing with Hebner. Ray then left the ring to argue with Storm before shoving him in the chest. Storm ripped off his jacket to fight, then Hardy dropkicked a distracted Ray through the ropes. Hardy followed with a splash and they returned to the ring as Impact went to break.

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We're back and Bubba is furiously trying to catch a fall on Hardy but can't get more than a two count. Bubba gets a running clothesline in the corner and tries to tear Hardy's hair out before dropping an elbow for 2. Bubba legscissors the head of Hardy, but Hardy makes it to the ropes. bubba with a vertical suplex for 2, but misses a big splash and they end up going toe to toe. Hardy comes out on top and takes Bubba out with a series of clotheslines, the double legdrop to the crotch, and the seated dropkick for 2. Bubba with a uranage for 2, but Hardy blocks the Bubba Bomb and lays Bubba out with another clothesline. Hardy takes the shirt off and goes up top, hitting the Swanton for 2. Bubba rolls out to the floor and lands right next to Storm, and Storm doesn't touch Bubba, but Bubba pulls Storm in front as Hardy dove over the ropes and Hardy lands on Storm. Bubba and Hardy go back inside where Hardy hits the Whisper In The Wind. Aces & Eights come into the ring and prepare to attack the TNA guys, but Austin Aries, Sting, and Kurt Angle run out to chase them out through the crowd. Bubba looks off after them briefly before picking Hardy up, but Hardy hits the Twist of Fate and rolls Bubba up for 3.

Winner: Jeff Hardy

Bubba lays Hardy out with a clothesline and grabs his chain, but stops and turns to Storm to again accuse him of being behind Aces & Eights. Storm gets in the ring and goes face to face with Bubba, Bubba shoves Storm and Storm tries to retaliate with the Last Call, but Bubba ducks out of the way and Storm accidentally nails Hardy. Aces & Eights comes back into the ring as Storm checks on Hardy and applaud him, then they lay him out and put the boots to him as we go off the air.