WWE 205 Live results: Ikemen Jiro vs. Trey Baxter

Grayson Waller defeated Andre Chase

This match was all Chase until the closing moments. It was fine, but nothing more than that — about what one should expect for a match on 205 Live. 

This match opened with back-and-forth chain wrestling that Chase emerged from with control. Waller worked Chase outside of the ring but couldn’t maintain his advantage upon reentry. What followed was an extended period of Chase favored offense. 

A quick backslide followed by a crucifix pin from Waller provided him enough separation time to connect with a quick strike. Waller tried to follow up but was interrupted soon after. Chase locked in the STF that forced Waller to find refuge via rope break. Chase powered Waller into the corner but was dropped by a ready Waller, opening up an offensive opportunity for him once more. Waller climbed to the top rope to deliver an elbow drop but was cut off by the knees of Chase. Chase followed his reversal with a tiger driver that yielded a two count. 

After a brief scuffle on the ring apron, Chase sent Waller to the mat; this left both men in prime position for Waller’s run-in stunner. Waller hit the stunner, an elbow drop, and a curb stomp, all in quick succession to close the match. 

Ikemen Jiro defeated Trey Baxter

This was a satisfactory performance from both men but far from great. 

Following the recent statements from WWE regarding independent talent, seeing Trey Baxter on Titan programming leaves a strange feeling. Baxter, formerly Blake Christian, was perhaps the most indy-style wrestler on the American independents. 

Jiro opened the match with his playful energy, flaunting his mandarin-adorned jacket. Jiro’s joyful approach allowed Baxter to gain offensive control. A moonsault and tope resulted in near falls for Baxter. 

Jiro gained control for the first time by hoisting Baxter into a fireman’s carry. After a brief struggle, Jiro was able to start stringing together offense. Jiro connected with a superkick and senton for a near fall of his own. The Ikemen slash that would close the match was avoided, allowing Baxter to connect with a suplex. A now bloody Baxter hit a flipping dive that a mathematician needs to analyze before trying for a pin. Jiro turned the pin around to pin Baxter, leaving him with a sudden victory.