Slammiversary 2011: Angle-Jarrett and Bully Ray-Styles Deliver an Anniversary Show Worth Revisiting

TNA Tag Champs James Storm & Alex Shelley (sub for Robert Roode) beat Douglas Williams & Magnus (10:56) when Storm pinned Magnus.. The bout is presented as standard match on the main card and runs 10:56. With no championship changing hands, the bout has to earn its place through the pairing, finish, stipulation and the momentum it gives the rest of the card. The standard match format gives the match a specific framework, but that framework still has to justify the time and card position it receives.

At 10:56, the wrestlers have enough room to establish a complete match and a meaningful finish. The match is a strong piece of the card, with enough time and purpose to reward a full viewing. Within Slammiversary 2011, it functions as match number 1 of 8, so its value is judged against both its own proposition and the momentum it gives the matches around it. The 7.6 score reflects the complete package: stakes, placement, time allocation, stipulation, finish and how effectively the result contributes to the event rather than any outside rating.

Matt Morgan pinned Scott Steiner (9:20).. The bout is presented as standard match on the main card and runs 9:20. With no championship changing hands, the bout has to earn its place through the pairing, finish, stipulation and the momentum it gives the rest of the card. The standard match format gives the match a specific framework, but that framework still has to justify the time and card position it receives. At 9:20, the wrestlers work in a relatively compact window, putting extra pressure on the finish and pacing. The match is functional but limited, contributing more through placement and story than standout bell-to-bell value. Within Slammiversary 2011, it functions as match number 2 of 8, so its value is judged against both its own proposition and the momentum it gives the matches around it. The 6.4 score reflects the complete package: stakes, placement, time allocation, stipulation, finish and how effectively the result contributes to the event rather than any outside rating.

TNA X Division Champ Abyss beat Brian Kendrick and Kazarian (12:03) in a "three way" match when he pinned Kazarian.. The bout is presented as standard match on the main card and runs 12:03. With no championship changing hands, the bout has to earn its place through the pairing, finish, stipulation and the momentum it gives the rest of the card. The standard match format gives the match a specific framework, but that framework still has to justify the time and card position it receives.

At 12:03, the wrestlers have enough room to establish a complete match and a meaningful finish. The bout is worthwhile and purposeful, although it stops short of being one of the night's defining performances. Within Slammiversary 2011, it functions as match number 3 of 8, so its value is judged against both its own proposition and the momentum it gives the matches around it. The 7.3 score reflects the complete package: stakes, placement, time allocation, stipulation, finish and how effectively the result contributes to the event rather than any outside rating.

Crimson pinned Samoa Joe (10:31).. The bout is presented as standard match on the main card and runs 10:31. With no championship changing hands, the bout has to earn its place through the pairing, finish, stipulation and the momentum it gives the rest of the card. The standard match format gives the match a specific framework, but that framework still has to justify the time and card position it receives. At 10:31, the wrestlers have enough room to establish a complete match and a meaningful finish. The bout is worthwhile and purposeful, although it stops short of being one of the night's defining performances. Within Slammiversary 2011, it functions as match number 4 of 8, so its value is judged against both its own proposition and the momentum it gives the matches around it. The 7.2 score reflects the complete package: stakes, placement, time allocation, stipulation, finish and how effectively the result contributes to the event rather than any outside rating.

TNA Knockouts Champ Mickie James pinned Angelina Love (7:56).. The bout is presented as standard match on the main card and runs 7:56. With no championship changing hands, the bout has to earn its place through the pairing, finish, stipulation and the momentum it gives the rest of the card. The standard match format gives the match a specific framework, but that framework still has to justify the time and card position it receives. At 7:56, the wrestlers work in a relatively compact window, putting extra pressure on the finish and pacing. The match is useful supporting material, doing its job without becoming a major destination on its own. Within Slammiversary 2011, it functions as match number 5 of 8, so its value is judged against both its own proposition and the momentum it gives the matches around it. The 6.7 score reflects the complete package: stakes, placement, time allocation, stipulation, finish and how effectively the result contributes to the event rather than any outside rating.

Bully Ray beat AJ Styles (20:18) in a "last man standing" match.. The bout is presented as standard match on the main card and runs 20:18. With no championship changing hands, the bout has to earn its place through the pairing, finish, stipulation and the momentum it gives the rest of the card. The standard match format gives the match a specific framework, but that framework still has to justify the time and card position it receives. At 20:18, the wrestlers have enough room to establish a complete match and a meaningful finish. The combination of time, placement and stakes makes this one of the event's clearest full-match attractions. Within Slammiversary 2011, it functions as match number 6 of 8, so its value is judged against both its own proposition and the momentum it gives the matches around it. The 8.9 score reflects the complete package: stakes, placement, time allocation, stipulation, finish and how effectively the result contributes to the event rather than any outside rating.

Mr. Anderson pinned Sting (15:51) to win the TNA Title.. The bout is presented as standard match on the main card and runs 15:51. The championship or contender framing gives the bout important stakes even though the result is not recorded as a conventional retention. The standard match format gives the match a specific framework, but that framework still has to justify the time and card position it receives. At 15:51, the wrestlers have enough room to establish a complete match and a meaningful finish. The match delivers enough substance and consequence to stand clearly above routine card material. Within Slammiversary 2011, it functions as match number 7 of 8, so its value is judged against both its own proposition and the momentum it gives the matches around it. The 8.0 score reflects the complete package: stakes, placement, time allocation, stipulation, finish and how effectively the result contributes to the event rather than any outside rating.

Kurt Angle beat Jeff Jarrett (17:39) via submission.. The bout is presented as standard match on the main card and runs 17:39. With no championship changing hands, the bout has to earn its place through the pairing, finish, stipulation and the momentum it gives the rest of the card. The standard match format gives the match a specific framework, but that framework still has to justify the time and card position it receives. At 17:39, the wrestlers have enough room to establish a complete match and a meaningful finish. The match has enough time, importance and clarity to function as a true destination bout rather than merely strong support. Within Slammiversary 2011, it functions as match number 8 of 8, so its value is judged against both its own proposition and the momentum it gives the matches around it. The 9.0 score reflects the complete package: stakes, placement, time allocation, stipulation, finish and how effectively the result contributes to the event rather than any outside rating.