The event began with a pre-show match between Matt Striker and Balls Mahoney, which set the tone for the rest of the evening. The first match of the night saw Christian Cage take on Elijah Burke, with Cage emerging victorious. The match was a back-and-forth affair, with both men trading near-falls and showcasing their skills.
The next match saw the debut of the ECW Originals, a faction consisting of Tommy Dreamer, The Dudley Boyz, and Sandman, as they took on the team of Mosh, Chris Sabin, and Scotty 2 Hotty. The ECW Originals’ experience and chemistry paid off, as they emerged victorious in a hard-hitting match. ECW One Night Stand 2005-06-12 x264 AVC-SC-SDH
The event took place at the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City, and it was a sold-out crowd of over 2,000 fans who were eager to experience the return of ECW. The event was a culmination of months of hype and anticipation, with many fans wondering if the WWE could recapture the magic of the original ECW. The event began with a pre-show match between