Jesse Love captured the OPW Championship on Sunday night at the Wurdi Baierr Stadium, but not before tensions boiled over earlier in the evening.

Love doubled down on his online comments disparaging the Surf Coast, claiming the Gold Coast was far superior to the local region. Edward Dusk had heard enough and stormed to the ring, challenging Love to back up his words right then and there. Love attempted a cheap shot but Dusk saw it coming, forcing the challenger to retreat from the ring.

Later that night, Love got his chance. With valet Jazzy Kennedy providing a crucial distraction, Love struck Dusk with the championship belt while the referee's attention was diverted. The controversial finish drew immediate ire from the sold-out crowd as the title headed north to the Gold Coast.

Local Hero Rises to the Occasion

Surf Coast's own Jake Taylor gave the hometown fans something to cheer about, defeating both Carlton's Tony Villani and Tyson Reed in a triple threat match. Taylor overcame both opponents to pick up the victory in front of the capacity Torquay crowd.

Following the match, the big country brawler Kayno appeared and challenged Taylor to a match when OPW returns to Torquay.

Champions Stand Tall

Blacklisted retained the OPW Tag Team Championships against Heaven & Hell (Mitch Connors & Magnus Kolbeck), continuing the reign they began at BaseBrawl. JXT and FOX had the support of the Torquay crowd throughout the match.

Sketch retained the King of Colac Championship with a beautiful moonsault finish over Ben Barnett.

Women's Division Heats Up

Tarlee successfully defended the OPW Women's Championship against Lil' Marz in her first title defense since winning the gold at BaseBrawl. But the celebration was cut short when Rochelle Rogue attacked the champion after the match, making her intentions clear. Rogue wants the title, and she's willing to take it by force.

Future Title Match Set

JJ Furno earned a future MCW Intercommonwealth Championship opportunity after defeating Owen Steadman with a 450 Splash in a fast paced encounter.

Furno will face current champion Adam Brooks at the next MCW event, New Horizons on Saturday February 21st.