Smackdown SPOILERS 12/30
Booker T opened the show talking about 2011, but was interrupted by Cody Rhodes. He called Booker washed up, and was then confronted by Goldust. Goldy, without make-up, told Rhodes to respect Booker, but Cody refused to even respect him. This set up Cody vs. Booker for the IC Title next week, and the segment ended with Rhodes attacking his brother.
(1) Jinder Mahal beat Ted DiBiase via submission with the Camel Clutch in a short match.
Backstage, Aksana flirted with Teddy, but was interrupted by Smackdown's newest talent, Drew McIntyre. Teddy said that if Drew lost to Ezekiel Jackson later tonight, he may be fired.
(2) Alicia Fox & Kaitlyn beat Natalya & Tamina after Alicia performed her finisher on Natalya. Afterwards, Tamina turned face on Natalya with a super kick and Snuka splash.
(3) Hunico squashed Justin Gabriel.
(4) Big Show squashed David Otunga with Mark Henry in his corner after Bryan came out to distract Henry.
(5) Ezekiel Jackson beat Drew McIntyre. Zeke held his tights for the win. Dull match.
(6) Sheamus squashed Heath Slater.
Announced for next week: World Hvt. champion Daniel Bryan vs. Big Show for the World Title.
(7) Wade Barrett vs. Randy Orton went to a No Contest. After about seven minutes in the ring, Orton threw Barrett over the guardrail and they fought backstage and up an elevator. There, Barrett threw Orton down a staircase off camera before running out of the building. Randy positioned his leg in an odd manner and was clutching his arm as the show went off the air.
Dark Match: World Hvt. champion Daniel Bryan beat Big Show and Wade Barrett in a triple threat match to retain the World Title with Booker T as special referee.
