Shane Reynolds defeats Paul Paras
Gimmick: Singles Match
Show: Mayhem (5-25-09)
Title Reign: 101 days
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Defenses
Shane Reynolds survives War Games
Gimmick: War Games Match
Show: War Games (6-8-09)
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defeats Trip Eisen
Gimmick: Singles Match
Show: Mayhem (6-29-09)
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defeats Darkwing
Gimmick: Inferno Match
Show: Turmoil (7-16-09)
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defeats Max Kael
Gimmick: 60 Minute Iron Man Match
Show: Capitol Punishment (8-3-09)