Superstars & Smackdown

Chris Masters vs Tyler Reks, Superstars 2/24

This was much much better than their last match thanks to a much better Reks performance. Both men were really fired up and motivated, both men hit hard and smashed into each other a lot, and I loved the struggle over the finish with Reks blocking, then Masters getting in a knee to the ribs to help him lock in the Masterlock.

Daniel Bryan vs Ted DiBiase, Superstars 2/24

Didnt think much of this. Bryan is always going to fun to watch, but he was pretty much just going through his trademark spots here (his trademarks are all pretty great, but still), and DiBiase once again brought fuck all to the table. I did like the cobra clutch suplex, though.

Rey Mysterio vs Kane, Smackdown 2/25

This was alright. Kane on offence was mostly just a lot of overly long restholds, and him trying to hit his diving lariat on a borderline midget was just retarded, but it had it's moments. Kane ducking a Mysterio senton then leveling him with a boot on the outside was neat, and Rey's comebacks were all full of energy and spirited. I also liked the finish with Rey countering a counter and it looking like he scored an upset. Post-match angle with Cody and Dusty was spectacular and Cody taking Rey's mask was fucking epic.

The Big Show vs Wade Barrett, Smackdown 2/25

This another case of Wade being carried to a decent match by a quality opponent. Show was great wailing on Wade earlier on, and his selling of the sleeper was great. He did a really good job making Wade look like a threat and him working his way back work pure force on the punches and chops was cool. Count-out finish was better than Wade losing clean, and the post-match also ruled.