“And the bell has rung for this first-ever NMW cage match, and for the moment we are at a standstill. None of the three women has made a move yet.”

“The first few minutes of a match are pivotal,” Rhonda said. “Sometimes the person who gains the early advantage can ride that momentum all the way to victory.”

Raven saw what Fiona was doing and instead of going on the defensive the former champion let Fiona get close before bellowing out and charging forward for a fast clothesline. Fiona ducked under the attack, coming around behind Raven. Elina reacted immediately, rushing in to grab Raven around the back. Raven was ready for her though and spun around to drive an elbow toward Elina’s face. Elina dodged and whirled around, grabbing Raven. Raven reacted quickly however, catching Elina’s wrists before she could lock in the hold and twisting her around. She shoved Elina away, sending her staggering over beside Fiona.

With another roar, Raven threw her arms wide and charged again - this time going for a double lariat. Elina and Fiona ducked and rolled beneath the attack and sprang back to their feet in perfect synchronicity at the center of the ring. - The crowd stirring as Raven turned and dropped to a half-crouch, her back to the southern side of the cage.

“And it was Raven Veyn that made the first move but she came up short twice!” Dan Rich exclaimed, “Two missed lariats and she was nearly caught up by Elina Zamora!”

“And now we see Elina and Fiona side-by-side staring down Raven,” Rhonda added, “I think these two realize their best bet is to join hands against the former champion!”

“But Raven does not seem fazed at all, in fact she’s smiling at ‘em!” Brent pointed to Raven, who had a sick grin on her face as her eyes moved between her opponents.