(As Smackdown comes on the air, a pre-recorded message from Shane McMahon gets
the show started.)

Shane McMahon:
Ladies and Gentlemen, tonight, eight of the greatest superstars that the WWE
has will get it on in a single elimination tournament.  Only one man can go on
to face the Rock at No Mercy, and that man will be the one who can get through
three gruelling matches.

You'll see blood, sweat and maybe even a few surprises along the way, but one
thing I can guarantee you is a great night of action.  So sit back and enjoy,
as WWE presents Smackdown!