Rob Van Dam vs. Bad News Barrett — Intercontinental Championship Match: photos | WWE

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Rob Van Dam looks to capture his seventh Intercontinental Title ...

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... but titleholder Barrett emerges with some bad news!

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He informs the WWE Universe that he will dispose of his No. 1 contender like Old Yeller.

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The match is furious from the word go.

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Vintage RVD!

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With every moment, the action becomes more and more intense.

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All the stops are pulled out as both Superstars battle for the illustrious title.

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The match proves as intense outside the ring as within.

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Rolling Thunder!

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Soon, RVD goes for the Five-Star Frog Splash ...

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... but Barrett rolls out of the way at the last second.

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Firing back, the titleholder accidentally smashes his arm into the ring post.

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But Bad News Barrett battles back and successfully defends his title.

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