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Brilliance Pro Wrestling made its return to Caerphilly Leisure Centre on Sunday with Broken Empire, a history making sold-out event that featured WWE alumni Eugene, new champions, returning names, and the next chapter in several ongoing rivalries.

The night kicked off with a major announcement as Rayne Leverkusen introduced Harrison Bennett as her mystery tag partner. The two went on to defeat Act Two to become the first-ever Brilliance Pro Tag Team Champions.

Adam Crater picked up a singles victory over Shane Hook in a competitive match that took an unexpected turn when Hook attempted to bend the rules, a rare move from the usually fair-fighting competitor, and one that cost him the win.

WWE alumnus Eugene received a warm welcome from the crowd as he teamed with Soul Train in a six-man tag team match, earning a win over Bred 4 Better in one of the evening’s lighter moments.

Tensions rose in a Brilliance Country Rules tag match when Leon Brando and Kenny Mantra defeated James Ellis and Viktor Lindon, despite interference from VCW Champion Aaron Blanchard, who served as special guest referee. The controversial result prompted Ellis to lash out, firing and physically confronting referee Stu Waters. That incident has now led to the announcement of a high-stakes four-on-four Winner Takes All Elimination Match, set for 30 November at Caerphilly Leisure Centre.

In other action, Big Van Wesker overcame veteran Luke Douglas in a physical, closely contested bout.

The main event saw the surprise return of MJ Grayson, who answered Joseph Conners’ open challenge after a year away from competition. In a shocking twist, Grayson aligned with James Ellis and left Caerphilly as the new Brilliance Pro Heavyweight Champion.

With alliances shifting and tensions rising, all eyes now turn to November.