Chris Sabin defeated Lio Rush in the main event of Impact 1000 (Night One) to become the new X-Division Champion.
Sabin put Rush away with a Tanaka Punch, the Shell Shock, and hit the Cradle Shock to score the title victory.
Sabin is now a 10-time X-Division Champion, surpassing his own record for the number of title reigns.
Rush’s maiden reign comes to an end at 56 days, having won the title from Sabin at Impact Slammiversary 2023 back in July.
You can check out some highlights from the match below:
.@IamLioRush KICKS OUT OF THE CRADLE SHOCK! #IMPACT1000 @SuperChrisSabin pic.twitter.com/npXDK5jzqi
— IMPACT (@IMPACTWRESTLING) September 15, 2023
.@SuperChrisSabin KICKS OUT OF THE FINAL HOUR! #IMPACT1000 pic.twitter.com/oOU225yrj6
— IMPACT (@IMPACTWRESTLING) September 15, 2023
KUSHIDA’s Tanaka Punch. Shelley’s Shellshock. Sabin’s Cradle Shock.
Time Machine inspires @SuperChrisSabin to become a TEN TIME X-Division Champion. #IMPACT1000 pic.twitter.com/9kyc7R8jLo
— IMPACT (@IMPACTWRESTLING) September 15, 2023
Impact 1000 kicked off with a Feast or Fired match featuring Moose, Heath, Maclin, Laredo Kid, Johnny Swinger, Crazzy Steve, Joe Hendy, Yuya Uemura, Jonathan Gresham, Black Taurus, PCO, Sami Callihan, John Skyler, Chris Bey, KUSHIDA, Brian Myers, Kevin Knight, Bhupinder Gujjar, Jai Vidal, John E. Bravo and others.
The match saw Rhyno make his return to Impact Wrestling as the veteran wrestler went after Maclin.
Maclin had previously put Rhyno out of action during his Impact World Title defense on the May 11th episode of IMPACT on AXS TV.
Chris Bey, Moose, Yuya Uemura, and Crazzy Steve won the four briefcases each of which contain title shots or pink slips.
You can check out some highlights from the match below:
GORE! GORE! GORE!
Rhino returns to send the final case straight into @TheMooseNation‘s hands. #IMPACT1000 @SteveMaclin pic.twitter.com/mrRtcWH8Cl
— IMPACT (@IMPACTWRESTLING) September 15, 2023
.@DashingChrisBey claims the first Feast or Fired case! #IMPACT1000 pic.twitter.com/osJu2T4QpH
— IMPACT (@IMPACTWRESTLING) September 15, 2023
.@steveofcrazzy claims a Feast or Fired case. #IMPACT1000 pic.twitter.com/tIJLxtCScK
— IMPACT (@IMPACTWRESTLING) September 15, 2023
A game of briefcase keep away ends with @Im_YuyaUemura claiming a case! #IMPACT1000 pic.twitter.com/fPGdaPQ7N7
— IMPACT (@IMPACTWRESTLING) September 15, 2023
And finally, Lee Moriarty joined Shane Taylor Promotions on this week’s edition of ROH TV.
Thursday’s show saw Moriarty come out to distract Lee Johnson during the latter’s match with Taylor, which allowed Shane to score the win.
Later in the show, Taylor was interviewed alongside Moriarty and he claimed that his stable has been carrying ROH for many years and that he was tired of people telling him to be humble and pay his dues.
Taylor then announced Moriarty as a member of the faction.
You can check out some highlights from the interview below:
.@shane216taylor picks up the win tonight on #ROH TV and introduces us to the newest member of Shane Taylor Promotions – @theleemoriarty!
Watch #ROH TV on #HonorClub at https://t.co/8dcdtxr3sN pic.twitter.com/pEPGphcyya
— ROH – Ring of Honor Wrestling (@ringofhonor) September 15, 2023
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Chris Sabin Becomes 10-Time X-Division Champion at Impact 1000
In a thrilling main event at Impact 1000 (Night One), Chris Sabin defeated Lio Rush to become the new X-Division Champion. Sabin’s victory marks his 10th X-Division title reign, surpassing his own record for the most title reigns in the division’s history.
The match between Sabin and Rush was highly anticipated, with both competitors showcasing their incredible athleticism and in-ring skills. Sabin sealed the victory by delivering a Tanaka Punch, followed by his signature moves, the Shell Shock and the Cradle Shock.
Sabin’s win not only solidifies his status as one of the greatest X-Division competitors of all time but also ends Rush’s maiden reign as champion. Rush had won the title from Sabin at Impact Slammiversary 2023 back in July and held it for an impressive 56 days.
The Impact Wrestling Twitter account shared highlights from the match, including moments where Rush kicked out of Sabin’s Cradle Shock and Sabin kicked out of Rush’s Final Hour finisher. These near falls added to the excitement and intensity of the match, keeping fans on the edge of their seats.
Impact 1000 also featured a Feast or Fired match, which included notable wrestlers such as Moose, Heath, Maclin, Laredo Kid, and Sami Callihan. The match saw the return of Rhyno, who targeted Maclin after being put out of action by him during an Impact World Title defense.
Chris Bey, Moose, Yuya Uemura, and Crazzy Steve emerged as the winners of the four briefcases in the Feast or Fired match. Each briefcase contains either a title shot or a pink slip, adding an element of unpredictability to their future in Impact Wrestling.
In other wrestling news, Lee Moriarty made an impactful debut on ROH TV by joining Shane Taylor Promotions. Moriarty distracted Lee Johnson during his match with Shane Taylor, leading to Taylor’s victory. In an interview, Taylor expressed his frustration with being told to be humble and pay his dues, announcing Moriarty as a new member of his faction.
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