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We're just a day away from IMPACT Wrestling's marquee event, Slammiversary, which will emanate from Skyway Studios in Nashville. It is that time of year when the company provides a collective display of shocking surprises, emotions, and entertainment.
The pay-per-view will also mark the return of a live audience for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic era began. It is probably the best time for someone to be a wrestling fan.
This year's Slammiversary event will feature a total of eight matches, out of which five will be championship defenses, making it an eventful show for fans.
Now the question remains: who will emerge as the star of the night? The whole landscape could be changed moving forward.
That said, let's take a look at what to expect from the 17th edition of Slammiversary.
#8 Chris Sabin faces Moose in a singles match on IMPACT Wrestling Slammiversary
Keeping aside the rest of the title defenses, Moose going up against Chris Sabin will be one of the most intriguing matches of this year's Slammiversary event.
It all kickstarted at Under Siege earlier this year when Moose brutally assaulted Sabin, putting him on the shelf for almost a month. The eight-time X-Division Champion returned on the June 17 edition of IMPACT Wrestling, where he took out the Wrestling God and challenged him to a match.
Their storyline has been mostly about settling their beef inside the ring. Moose and Chris Sabin are incredibly talented in-ring veterans, and one can expect fast-paced action from both these men.
As far as the outcome goes, Moose may emerge victorious as he needs to be portrayed as an unstoppable force in the company. Fans can also expect the Wrestling God to turn a full-blown heel after the match.
#7 W. Morrisey collides with Eddie Edwards on IMPACT Wrestling Slammiversary
Another singles match featuring W. Morrisey and Eddie Edwards will take place at the Slammiversary event. The storyline between the two men lacks a proper build-up, given the fact that IMPACT Wrestling announced their match only last week.
It all kickstarted with W. Morrisey taking out IMPACT Wrestling star Eddie Edwards before the latter's match against Satoshi Kojima a few weeks ago on IMPACT Wrestling. For Morrisey, it's all about making a name for himself, and Eddie Edwards wants to seek revenge from the former WWE superstar for disrespecting him and Satoshi Kojima.
Fans can expect this to be a squash match with Edwards on the receiving end of the pinfall. W. Morrisey seems to be the company's next breakout star. Giving him a victory over an established star like Edwards will help him elevate his status.
#6 Brian Myers & Tenille Dashwood faces Matt Cardona and Mystery partner at IMPACT Wrestling Slammiversary
At the IMPACT Wrestling Slammiversary event, the company booked a mixed-tag team match featuring the team of Brian Myers & Tenille Dashwood up against Matt Cardona and his mystery opponent.
During the go-home episode, Brian Myers and Sam Beale called out Jake Something, who came into the ring alongside Matt Cardona. Without further engaging in a war of words, all these men started a mini-brawl. The equation left Cardona and Myers in the ring alone before Tenille Dashwood stunningly delivered a low blow to Cardona.
The former Intercontinental Champion then had a backstage altercation with Scott D'Amore about the situation. EVP then gave the idea of this mixed tag team match.
Fans will be eyeing the match due to the surprise arrival of a mystery opponent. Many believe it could be none other than Matt Cardona's fiancee, Chelsea Green, who recently became a free agent.
Not many people are aware of the ex-relationship between Tenille Dashwood and Matt Cardona. If Chelsea Green does turn out to be Cardona's partner in the match, it will add a different dynamic to their bout.
The surprise element thrown by IMPACT Wrestling at the last moment made this storyline far more interesting.
#5 Deonna Purrazzo defends her IMPACT Wrestling Knockouts Championship against a mystery opponent
IMPACT Wrestling looks to be holding big surprises up their sleeves for the Slammiversary event. The mystery opponents saga continues here as well. Deonna Purrazzo will put her Knockouts Championship on the line against an opponent for management's choosing.
Last week, Gail Kim confronted Purrazzo and dropped a bombshell by announcing her title defense against a mystery opponent, which will be revealed on the night itself. But it looks like the company has indirectly given a hint regarding his opponent.
During this week's IMPACT Wrestling, Scott D'Amore sat down with Deonna Purrazzo for the contract signing, where he stated that Slammiversary would be a hot mess, which is the nickname of Chelsea Green.
He then mentioned the iconic, which points towards either Billie Kay or Peyton Royce. And in the end, Scott D'Amore stated Hardcore Country, which everyone is aware of the theme song that Mickie James used to have from his days in TNA/IMPACT Wrestling.
Except for Chelsea Green, all the former WWE female stars could turn out to be mystery opponents for Deonna Purrazzo. One shouldn't forget about Taylor Wilde either as she holds unfinished business with Deonna Purrazzo.
#4 VBD defends IMPACT Wrestling tag team championships in a four-way match
The IMPACT Wrestling Slammiversay will see Violent By Design defending their tag team titles against the Good Brothers, TJP & Fallah Bahh, and Rich Swann & Willie Mack.
With only a two-week build-up to their storyline, one can only expect a fast-paced contest with all these men aiming to display their set of big maneuvers. The company has already given a preview by producing back-to-back four-way matches in the past few weeks.
Violent By Design will be at a disadvantage heading into this match as they can lose titles without getting pinned. It remains to be seen who will have the last laugh with the IMPACT World Tag Team titles around their waist.
#3 Fire 'N Flava defends her Knockouts Tag Team Championships against IMPACT Wrestling's Havok and Rosemary
Fire 'N Flava will put their Knockouts tag team titles on the line against Havok and Rosemary at the IMPACT Wrestling Slammiversary event.
Last week, the babyface duo became #1 contenders by defeating Susan and Kimber Lee. In the go-home episode, Havok defeated Steelz to gain much-needed momentum ahead of their clash. Havok and Rosemary will be looking to win their tag team titles for the first time since joining hands.
But their dreams may soon be shattered, considering the dominant booking of Fire 'N Flava in the division.
#2 Josh Alexander defends his IMPACT Wrestling X-Divison title in an Ultimate X match
IMPACT Wrestling brought back their signature Ultimate X match after almost a gap of two years. Josh Alexander will put his X-Divison title on the line against five other men, featuring Ace Austin, Trey Miguel, Rohit Raju, Petey Williams, and Chris Bey.
The company did a commendable job in building the hype by having all men either go against each other or in a tag team match.
This will undoubtedly be the match of the night. The company's signature match is best known for involving gruesome spots. With the title hanging above the ring, all these men will display athletic skills to sneak out the victory.
It will be an exhilarating experience for everyone watching this from ringside. Josh Alexander will be entering this type of match for the first time in his career. Given the nature of this match, a title change will most likely happen, and that too in a stunning way.
#1 Kenny Omega defends his IMPACT Wrestling World Championship against Sami Callihan
All eyes will be on this year's Slammiversary main event as Kenny Omega puts his IMPACT World Championship against Sami Callihan in a No Disqualification match.
For almost three months, the company has been languishing without its top title. Sami Callihan has emerged as an unstoppable force in his storyline against Kenny Omega. The company first fired Sami Callihan from IMPACT Wrestling. Then they brought the Anthem Board angle for the first time in history.
That wasn't enough, as Don Callis framed him for the assault that led to his arrest. Despite facing all the tribulations, IMPACT Wrestling's Sami Callihan overcame all the odds.
He even brutally destroyed The Cleaner during the contract signing. It looks like Kenny Omega's reign as IMPACT World Champion may come to an end this Saturday. Having Sami Callihan win the championship will allow fans to pop out of their seats. This could be the most fitting ending to a pay-per-view the company could give.
