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CHIKARA's "Ankle Lock" PPV Report

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - The Trocadero - June 2, 2012

In a night filled with thrilling matches and intense rivalries, CHIKARA's "Ankle Lock" PPV event did not disappoint. A sold-out crowd at the iconic Trocadero witnessed six matches that left fans on the edge of their seats.

The evening kicked off with UltraMantis Black securing a hard-fought victory over Ophidian in a Singles Match. The two competitors engaged in a technical grappling contest, with Mantis ultimately emerging victorious after 11 minutes and 3 seconds of action.

The Loser Leaves Town Tag Team Match saw The Throwbacks (Dasher Hatfield and Mark Angelosetti) send Colt Cabana and Mixed Martial Archie packing. This intense match featured a mix of power moves and high-flying offense, with the winning team securing the win in 16 minutes and 15 seconds.

Gran Akuma's Ladder Match against Icarus was an absolute thrill ride. The two competitors put their bodies on the line, engaging in a series of daring ladder-based spots that left fans gasping. In the end, Akuma emerged victorious after 16 minutes and 7 seconds of action.

The Three On Two Handicap Match saw Sara Del Rey and Saturyne team up to take down The Batiri (Blarg, Oiseau, and Vorkk). This match was marked by a series of impressive displays of strength and agility from the winning team, who secured the win in just 8 minutes and 59 seconds.

Hallowicked's Mask Vs. Hair Match against Tim Donst was an absolute barnburner. The two competitors engaged in a wild brawl that saw both men willing to do whatever it took to emerge victorious. In the end, Hallowicked's cunning and quickness proved too much for Donst, who lost his locks as a result of the match.

The main event of the evening saw Eddie Kingston, Jigsaw, Mike Quackenbush, and The Colony (Green Ant and Soldier Ant) team up to take down GEKIDO (17, assailANT, combatANT, deviANT, and The Shard). This chaotic match featured a series of intense moments and dramatic turns, with the winning team emerging victorious after 9 minutes and 24 seconds.

Finally, the evening's main event saw The Young Bucks (Matt Jackson and Nick Jackson) successfully defend their CHIKARA Campeonatos de Parejas Titles against Team FIST. This thrilling Best Two Out Of Three Falls Match featured a mix of high-flying offense and technical grappling, with the winning team securing the win in a thrilling second fall.

In conclusion, "Ankle Lock" was an absolute must-see event that showcased the best of CHIKARA's talent pool. With a series of intense matches and dramatic finishes, this PPV event is sure to be remembered for some time to come.

Match Ratings:

  1. UltraMantis Black vs. Ophidian - 3/5
  2. The Throwbacks vs. Colt Cabana and Mixed Martial Archie - 4/5
  3. Gran Akuma vs. Icarus - 4.5/5
  4. Sara Del Rey and Saturyne vs. The Batiri - 3.5/5
  5. Hallowicked vs. Tim Donst - 4.5/5
  6. Eddie Kingston, Jigsaw, Mike Quackenbush, and The Colony vs. GEKIDO - 4.5/5
  7. The Young Bucks vs. Team FIST - 5/5

Overall Event Rating: 4.2/5


Card Details

  • Date: 02 Jun 2012
  • Promotion: CHIKARA
  • Arena: The Trocadero
  • Type: Pay Per View
  • Broadcast Type: Live
  • Broadcast Date: 02 Jun 2012

Matches

  1. UltraMantis Black defeat Ophidian in a Singles Match
    Match Time: 11:03

  2. The Throwbacks (Dasher Hatfield and Mark Angelosetti) defeat Colt Cabana and Mixed Martial Archie in a Loser Leaves Town Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 16:15

  3. Gran Akuma defeat Icarus in a Ladder Match
    Match Time: 16:07

  4. Sara Del Rey and Saturyne defeat The Batiri in a Three On Two Handicap Match
    Match Time: 08:59

  5. Hallowicked defeat Tim Donst in a Mask Vs. Hair Match
    Match Time: 14:13

  6. Eddie Kingston, Jigsaw, Mike Quackenbush and The Colony (Green Ant and Soldier Ant) defeat GEKIDO (17, assailANT, combatANT, deviANT and The Shard) in a Ten Man Tag Team Match
    Match Time: 09:24

  7. The Young Bucks (Matt Jackson and Nick Jackson)(C) defeat Team FIST in a CHIKARA Campeonatos de Parejas Title Best Two Out Of Three Falls Match