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August 21, 2021

Ebony and Ivory, that's kinda nice! Didn't do well with my predictions, but that was a good show

Thanks, Blodyxe!

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Just an update on the dynasty.

As I mentioned a few days ago, I've been under the weather and that's why I haven't posted any new shows. Unfortunately, by "under the weather" I mean I seem to have contracted Covid-19. But not just me, as my lovely wife, my father, my sister, my nephew, my brother and his girlfriend, and my brother-in-law all have it as well. Fortunately, my symptoms have been mild so far, though definitely still unpleasant, with a dry cough that comes and goes and a lack of appetite/nausea being my most frequent symptoms. My wife's had it worse, with a consistent sore throat, loss of taste and smell, and some pretty bad nasal congestion. My dad's probably had it the worst, which isn't a surprise given that he recently turned 65 and had lots of health issues to begin with.

Basically, I've just got so much on my mind that I can't even concentrate long enough to post shows that are already finished. Hopefully, we can all get past this and make a timely recovery and I can get back to posting this dynasty as I intended. I'd appreciate it if anyone reading this can keep my family and myself, and anyone else currently suffering from this awful virus, in your thoughts and prayers.

August 17, 2021

Well I didn't see the twist with the Bushwhackers, though I am glad to see them actually win gold in the WWF. Also shows how well I know about the women's scene at the time because I didn't even know that Ivory was active during the early 90s.

The Bushwhackers could have been so much more in the WWF had they been treated seriously by McMahon and company from the start.

Yeah, Ivory had actually been around for quite a while by this point, but at the same time, she's still pretty raw in the ring. I'll probably use her mostly as a valet to start, slowly transitioning her into a full-time in-ring role as she improves in developmental.

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I'll try to have the updated prediction contest standings posted later tonight or in the morning as I'm a bit "under the weather" right now.

August 16, 2021

Saturday, September 28th, 1991

Los Angeles, California

16,740 in attendance at Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena - SOLD OUT!

Announcers: Gorilla Monsoon and Bobby "The Brain" Heenan

PPV Buy Rate: 0.57(288,050 buys)

Backstage before the show:

- Nothing to report.

Monsoon: WELCOME, to the "City of Angels", Los Angeles, California! WELCOME, to the Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena! And WELCOME, to Saturday Night's Main Event: Backlash! Hello everyone, I'm Gorilla Monsoon and I'm joined for the first Saturday in almost 2 months by Bobby "The Brain" Heenan!

Heenan: And I've sure missed it, Monsoon!

Monsoon: Really?

Heenan: Oh yeah, I couldn't wait for the opportunity to smell your banana breath up close on a different day of the week!

Monsoon: WILL YOU STOP?!

Heenan: Not likely.

Monsoon: Well, at least you're being honest for a change.

Heenan: Don't get used to it!

Monsoon: Oh, I definitely won't bother. What an action-packed show we have on deck for you tonight, folks. We've got Hulk Hogan taking on Bam Bam Bigelow. We've got the finals of the WWF Women's Championship Tournament, as Lioness Asuka battles Rockin Robin for the gold. We've also got a match for the WWF Tag Team Championship, as the Legion of Doom with Paul Ellering, defend against The Conquistadors. And, in our main event, we'll see the original Hart Foundation reunite, as Bret "The Hitman" Hart and Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart seek vengeance against Vader and "Ravishing" Rick Rude for their attack on The Anvil and Owen Hart at Summerslam. But neither side is coming alone Brain, as it's all hands on deck for the Kingdom, with WWF Champion Randy Savage and Sherri in Rude and Vader's corner. And not to be outdone, the Harts will have "Nature Boy" Ric Flair and the lovely Elizabeth in their corner, Brain!

Heenan: Not to be outdone, Monsoon? Of course, the Harts are outdone. Rude and Vader are the only team with the WWF Champion in their corner.

Monsoon: Well Savage won't be champion for long if Flair gets his wish, Brain.

Heenan: Maybe in his dreams, Monsoon!

Monsoon: I guess only time will tell. For now, let's go down to "The Fink" for our opening contest.

Mr. Perfect and The Texas Tornado w/ Larry Hennig vs. Paul Orndorff and Terry Funk

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Late in the match, with Funk and Tornado as the legal men, Paul Orndorff tried to go after Larry Hennig once again on the outside. This of course got Mr. Perfect involved and the commotion distracted both Referee Earl Hebner and The Texas Tornado, allowing Funk to hit Tornado with a low blow from behind. He followed it up with a Piledriver to pick up the win, as Bobby Heenan exploded with joy on commentary.

Heenan: YES, YES, YES, YES, YEEEESS!!

Monsoon: Calm down, Bobby, you're gonna pop a blood vessel or something!

It was now time for the Street Fight, and Shawn Michaels was out first, accompanied by Brian Pillman. Michaels and Pillman are all smiles as Michaels poses for the crowd. Michaels taunts Jannetty, gesturing for him to bring it on, but Commissioner Graham comes out instead.

Graham: Well, you're sure in a good mood, Mr. Michaels! Especially for someone scheduled for a Street Fight.

Michaels cockily shrugs.

Graham: Well, as much as I'd like to see Marty Jannetty wipe that cocky little smile off your face, it's not gonna happen. At least not tonight anyway, since I was informed by our doctors earlier today that Mr. Jannetty hasn't been cleared to compete tonight.

Michaels slaps both of his cheeks in a feigned look of shock.

Graham: Hmmm. It's almost like you already knew that, Mr. Michaels! Well, that would explain why you're so happy. I guess you're free to go!

Michaels and Pillman go crazy, celebrating as if they'd just won the Super Bowl, as Graham makes his way towards the locker room. He suddenly stops though and turns back towards the ring.

Graham: You know what, Mr. Michaels? On second thought, it just wouldn't be fair to reward you with a night off after what you did to Mr. Jannetty. So just go ahead and stay there, your opponent will be with you shortly!

Graham heads on back through the curtain, as Michaels throws a mini tantrum in the ring, slapping a turnbuckle and kicking the bottom rope before stomping around the ring like a scolded four-year-old.

"Two by Four" suddenly blares through the arena, heralding the arrival of "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan! Michaels and Pillman look surprisingly happy that Duggan is Michaels' opponent, and they huddle up in the corner to gameplan, as Duggan marches to the ring.

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"The Heartbreak Kid" Shawn Michaels w/ Brian Pillman vs. "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan

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In a superb match, Shawn Michaels defeated Jim Duggan in 9:48 by pinfall with a Sweet Chin Music, following a distraction from Brian Pillman.

Missy Hyatt is backstage next to interview Dino Bravo ahead of his tag match with the Ultimate Warrior, as they take on Army of Darkness members Kevin Sullivan and Smash.

Hyatt: Hey guys, Missy Hyatt here, and I'm joined by Dino Bravo. So, Dino, what are your thoughts about your match tonight against the Army of Darkness? I bet you're like, really scared!

Bravo: Oh no, Missy. I'm not scared of anyone or anything. I wasn't even scared of the dark when I was...

Bravo stops and turns to someone off-camera. The camera pans to reveal it's Paul Bearer that's caught Bravo's attention.

Bravo steps towards Bearer as Missy Hyatt suddenly screams, throws down her mic, and barely avoids getting plowed over as Smash and Kevin Sullivan barrel into Bravo from behind.

Bravo fights back valiantly and seems to be making some headway until The Undertaker enters the fray.

Undertaker quickly dashes any hopes of Bravo prevailing in this battle, putting a quick end to the skirmish with a Tombstone Piledriver on the cement floor.

Big Boss Man and Sgt. Slaughter vs. WWF Intercontinental Champion Nikita Koloff and Dmitri

In a superb match, Sgt. Slaughter and Big Bossman defeated Nikita Koloff and Dmitri in 10:19 when Sgt. Slaughter defeated Nikita Koloff by submission with a Cobra Clutch after Dmitri accidentally decked Koloff, knocking him right into Slaughter's clutches.

"Mean" Gene Okerlund interviews Koko B. Ware next, who's ready to introduce his partner for tonight.

Okerlund: Ladies and gentlemen, joining me now to introduce his partner for tonight's intergender tag team match, is Koko B. Ware!

Ware: Thank you, Gene, I am feeeeellin' gooooood tonight! YEAH!

Okerlund: Glad to hear it, Koko, but hold on just a minute. I know you're here to introduce your partner for tonight's match, but I can't help but notice you're here without your usual partner, Frankie.

Ware: Oh he's here, Gene. HEY BABY, BRING OUT MY OTHER BABY!

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A beautiful blonde woman, probably in her late 20s and with Frankie on her shoulder, is all smiles as she joins Ware and Okerlund.

Ware: Gene, I'd like you to meet my partner, Ivory!

Okerlund: How do you do?

They shake hands as Ivory is just beaming. Her smile slowly turns to a pout though as she turns back to Koko.

Ivory: Is that all I am to you, baby, your partner for tonight?

Ware: Oh no! You're my whole world, baby! Ebony and Ivory, livin' together in perfect haaarmooooooonyyy! It's time to fly, baby!!

Ware and Ivory exit.

Okerlund: Well, there you hav....

Okerlund stops and waves in The Ultimate Warrior, who's apparently been pacing back and forth nearby during the entire Koko/Ivory interview.

Okerlund: Get in here, Ultimate Warrior. What are you gonna do about a partner now that Dino Bravo has been taken out by the Army of Darkness?

Warrior: THE ULTIMATE WARRIOR DOESN'T NEED A PARTNER!! Because I've got the power of all my little warriors, TO SEE ME THROOOUUGHH! ARMY OF DARKNESS, YOUR CERTAIN DEFEAT, IS AT HAAAANDD!!

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Koko B. Ware and Ivory vs. Larry Zbyszko and Madusa

Larry Zbyszko and Madusa defeated Koko B. Ware and Ivory in 9:51 when Madusa defeated Ivory by pinfall with a Bridging German Suplex after Ivory had given Madusa all she could handle and then some.

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The Ultimate Warrior vs. Kevin Sullivan and Smash w/ Paul Bearer

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It barely took a minute for this one to turn into a straight-up 2 on 1 beatdown, with Sullivan and Smash ignoring all attempts by Referee Joey Morella to put one of them on the apron to officially start the match. It also didn't take long for a new partner to emerge, helping Ultimate Warrior even the odds.

It was none other than Smash's former tag team partner, Crush! The huge Hawaiian rushed the ring, quickly helping the Warrior clean house, and finally allowing Morella to call for the opening bell.

In a decent match, The Ultimate Warrior and Crush battled Kevin Sullivan and Smash to a double disqualification in 9:42 when Morella lost control of things again and called for the bell.

Bam Bam Bigelow w/ The Dragon vs. Hulk Hogan

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In an exceptional match, Hulk Hogan defeated Bam Bam Bigelow in 16:22 by pinfall with a Big Leg Drop following botched interference by The Dragon.

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As one might expect, The Dragon and Bigelow didn't take kindly to the match result and began to assault Hogan post-match.

Roddy Piper suddenly bursts onto the scene though, hopping towards the ring about as fast as a man on two crutches could move. Despite the speed in which Piper had hopped to the ring, getting into the ring proved a bit more difficult, as Piper struggled to make it up the ring steps. Noticing his struggles, The Dragon and Bigelow mockingly laughed as they continued their beatdown of Hogan. Their good time would be short-lived though, as Piper was faking and didn't actually need the crutches, which allowed him to sneak in and attack Hogan's assailants with said crutches, inciting a roar from the crowd.

WWF Women's Championship Tournament Final

Lioness Asuka vs. Rockin' Robin

In a bout that had decent wrestling but didn't have much heat, Rockin' Robin defeated Lioness Asuka in a Women's Title Tournament Finals match in 9:45 by pinfall with a Bulldog. Rockin' Robin wins the WWF Women's title.

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As Robin celebrated her Women's Championship Tournament victory, Madusa would make her way to the ring.

Robin was hesitant but eventually conceded to a handshake offer from Madusa. Madusa then offered Robin a hug, but Robin smartly refused. Madusa shrugged as if to say she understood, then exited the ring and started towards the back. Sure that Madusa was leaving the arena, Robin turned to continue her celebration. Turns out she was right to be hesitant from the get-go, as Madusa rushed back to the ring and attacked, leaving Robin in a heap before stealing her title and retreating to the back.

WWF World Tag Team Championship

The Legion of Doom w/ Paul Ellering © vs. The Conquistadors

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The Conquistadors defeated The Legion of Doom in 8:01 when Conquistador Dos defeated Hawk by pinfall with a handful of tights after a chair shot to the head. The Conquistadors win the WWF World Tag Team titles.

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After their shocking victory, the Conquistadors quickly grabbed their newly won Tag Team titles and made a hasty getaway towards the back, as Animal checked on Hawk. They stopped just short of the curtain though and pulled off their masks, revealing....

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The Bushwhackers!!???

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"Ravishing" Rick Rude and Vader w/ "Macho King" Randy Savage & Sensational Queen Sherri

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Bret "Hitman" Hart and Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart" w/ "Nature Boy" Ric Flair & Miss Elizabeth

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This was an outstanding match, once again showcasing the superior wrestling ability of Bret Hart, but just as importantly, the sheer brutality, and therefore great potential, of Vader. Vader wouldn't be able to reach his potential in one night though, certainly not this one, as he was scared away late in the match by....

a returning Jake "The Snake" Roberts and his new, much larger, python!

With Rude now going it alone, Hart and Neidhart were just too much. Savage tried to interfere on Rude's behalf, but Flair put an end to that in short order, and Rude was pinned by Bret Hart following a Hart Attack at 15:31.

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Flair and Savage continued to brawl after the match, fighting out through the crowd with Elizabeth and Sherri following closely behind. Back in the ring, Hart and Neidhart celebrated their win with Roberts and his new python, as Backlash went off the air.

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Show Rating:

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Post-show notes:

- The Hogan vs. Bigelow match rating of 93 comes in at #6 in my top 10 matches of the save, and is now Hulk Hogan's highest-rated match of the save.

- Koko B. Ware and Ivory have great chemistry when teaming together.

- The Ultimate Warrior and Crush didn't work well as a team, their timing was all over the place.

- Mr. Perfect and Texas Tornado have absolutely zero chemistry as partners. Terry Funk and Paul Orndorff also don't work well as a team, and their timing was all over the place. Yikes! No wonder that match tanked!

Top 10 in-ring performances of the night:
Bret Hart - 100
Vader - 93
Hulk Hogan - 93
Hawk - 93
Animal - 92
Big Boss Man - 91
Rick Rude - 91
Nikita Koloff - 90
Jim Neidhart - 87
Larry Zbyszko - 86

The Next Day:

- Jim Duggan finalized a written contract with WCW. I had offered him a 1-year deal to give me time to siphon off more of his pop, but he liked their multi-year offer better.

- Shawn Michaels says Dmitri sells like crap and tells me to cut him loose and find someone who can actually work.

August 13, 2021

WWF TV for Week 4, September 1991

Backstage before the show:

- Nothing to report.

Monday, September 23rd, 1991

Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas

16,734 in attendance - SOLD OUT!

Announcers: Gorilla Monsoon and Bobby "The Brain" Heenan

TV Rating: 6.69

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A rare backstage interview to open the show features Hulk Hogan accepting the challenge of Bam Bam Bigelow for Saturday Night's Main Event: Backlash. "I bet you just think you're so smart don't you, Dragon? Well, all you've done is delay the inevitable, brother! All you've done is put the day of reckoning off for the future, jack. But your day of reckoning is just 5 short days away, Bigelow, and in front of 20,000 screaming Hulkamaniacs in Los Angles, brother, you will feel the wrath of Hulkamania! SO WHATCHA GONNA DO, WHEN ALL MY HULKAMANIACS, AND THE LARGEST ARMS IN THE WORLD, RUN WILD...ON...YOOOUUUUUU??? "

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The Lumberjack defeated Bill Irwin in 5:58 by pinfall with a Bridging German Suplex.

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Gorilla Monsoon and Bobby Heenan announce Big Boss Man and Sgt. Slaughter vs. Nikita Koloff and Dmitri has been signed for SNME: Backlash.

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The Conquistadors defeated Hector Guerrero and Scott Taylor in 6:43 when Conquistador Dos defeated Taylor by pinfall with a Powerbomb.

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After their match, The Conquistadors, using cue cards, challenge the Legion of Doom to a World Tag Team title match for Saturday Night's Main Event: Backlash.

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The Rock 'n' Roll Express defeated The Equalizer and Bob Bradley in 6:45 when Ricky Morton defeated The Equalizer by pinfall after a Double dropkick.

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We cut backstage, where Missy Hyatt catches an excited Mr. Perfect and Texas Tornado leaving Commissioner Graham's office. She asks them what's up and they inform her they've just been granted a tag team match for SNME: Backlash against Terry Funk and Paul Orndorff!

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Back from commercial, and Gene Okerlund is backstage again, this time with "Nature Boy" Ric Flair and the lovely Miss Elizabeth. Flair talks about how much he's always respected the Hart family and how that respect has only grown since arriving in the World Wrestling Federation, especially with how quick Bret Hart and Jim Neidhart were to have his back when he was outnumbered in last week's main event. He then says he's prepared to return the favor, and announces he'll be in the Harts' corner this Saturday at SNME: Backlash when they face Rick Rude and Vader.

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In a decent match, Brian Pillman defeated Virgil in 6:26 by pinfall with an Air Pillman.

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A seemingly scared Missy Hyatt interviews The Ultimate Warrior backstage before his main event match against Kamala. The Warrior must have picked up on Hyatt's fear too, as he was much calmer than usual. Hyatt informs him that Commissioner Graham has made a tag team match for SNME: Backlash, pitting Kevin Sullivan and Smash against Warrior and Dino Bravo. Warrior says he'll happily fight alongside a brave warrior like Bravo, and that all the little warriors will fuel them to victory!

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In a superb match, The Ultimate Warrior defeated Kamala in 10:26 by pinfall with a Running Splash.

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Show Rating:

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Post-show notes:

- Nothing to report.

Top 5 in-ring performances of the night:
The Ultimate Warrior - 85
Brian Pillman - 80
Kamala - 73
Ricky Morton - 71
The Lumberjack - 66

The Next Day:

- The Ultimate Warrior thinks Doug Furnas is a waste of time who doesn't connect with the fans.

Backstage before the show:

- Nothing to report.

Wednesday, September 25th, 1991

Austin Convention Center in Austin, Texas

2,000 in attendance - SOLD OUT!

Announcers: Vince McMahon and Bobby "The Brain" Heenan

TV Rating: 0.46

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Angle: Recap of Prime Time Wrestling with McMahon and Heenan.
Rating: 95

The Nasty Boys defeated Ricky Santana and B. Brian Blair in 7:09 when Brian Knobbs defeated Santana by pinfall with a Trip to Nastyville.
Rating: 67

Angle: Just like Jim Powers last week, Koko B. Ware refuses to wrestle Madusa. He does however agree to an arm-wrestling contest instead. Commissioner Graham allows it, but just as it looks like Ware's about to win, Larry Zbyszko attacks, and he and Madusa double-team Ware. It's a short-lived beatdown though, as it's quickly broken up by officials, and Graham announces an intergender tag team match for SNME: Backlash this Saturday. It will be Larry Zbyszko and Madusa against Koko B. Ware and a female partner of his choosing. Graham also says he'll still consider giving Madusa a shot at the Women's Champion at October's SNME if she and Zbyszko win.
Rating: 89

Angle: It's announced that the Legion of Doom have accepted the challenge of The Conquistadors and will put their World Tag Team Titles on the line at Saturday Night's Main Event: Backlash.
Rating: 95

In a poor match, Lioness Asuka defeated Reggie Bennett in a Women's Title Tournament Semi-Finals match in 8:25 by pinfall. Lioness Asuka advances to face Rockin' Robin for the title at Backlash.
Rating: 52

Angle: Much to the delight of Shawn Michaels, Missy Hyatt announces that due to being put through the Barber Shop window last week by Michaels, Marty Jannetty might not be able to compete in their Street Fight at SNME: Backlash. It will be a show-time decision.
Rating: 100

Skinner defeated Kevin Von Erich in 10:03 by pinfall with a Gatorbreaker.
Rating: 67

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Show Rating: 80

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Post-show notes:

- Lioness Asuka and Reggie Bennett didn't seem to click at all and it made for an awkward match.

Top 5 in-ring performances of the night:
Brian Knobbs - 67
Jerry Sags - 66
Kevin Von Erich - 63
B. Brian Blair - 57
Lioness Asuka - 54

The Next Day:

- Brian Pillman thinks Dmitri needs to learn how to sell and isn't worth pushing until that's addressed.

Backstage before the show:

- Nothing to report.

Friday, September 27th, 1991

Texas Hall in Arlington, Texas

2,000 in attendance - SOLD OUT!

Announcers: Vince McMahon and Bobby "The Brain" Heenan

TV Rating: 0.42

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Angle: Final preview of Saturday Night's Main Event: Backlash.
Rating: 100

In an extremely short match, Hercules defeated Mike Barton in 1:57 by submission with a Full Nelson.
Rating: 73

Angle: Hercules continues to maul Barton after the match, all the while screaming "YOU'RE NEXT, CRUSH!"
Rating: 86

Dave Taylor defeated Atsushi Onita in 10:27 by pinfall with a Bridging Fallaway Slam after the Honky Tonk Man snuck in and hit Onita with his guitar.
Rating: 67

Angle: A recap of the Women's Title Tournament with hype for the championship match between Lioness Asuka and Rockin' Robin tomorrow night.
Rating: 87

Angle: A frustrated Buddy Landel cuts a promo on Ric Flair. "I'm not afraid of you, Ric Flair! As a matter of fact, I thought about just keepin' the "Nature Boy" name and tellin' you to stuff it, but then I thought to myself, what in the world is a "Nature Boy" anyway? You can just have the stupid name, Ric!" Before he can continue, Ric Flair and Miss Elizabeth interrupt and Flair announces he's decided to vacate the TV title, and Landel can have it back since the title wasn't the point of their dispute anyway, and since he's got bigger fish to fry. Landel's face lights up at the prospect of getting his title back until Flair informs him that he forgot to mention he'll have to beat an opponent of Flair's choosing for the vacant title on next week's Wrestling Challenge!
Rating: 100

In a decent match, Rick Martel defeated Tom Zenk in 16:29 by submission with a Boston Crab.
Rating: 77

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Show Rating: 85

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Post-show notes:

- Atsushi Onita debuted a new hope spot that got the crowd behind him.

Top 5 in-ring performances of the night:
Rick Martel - 81
Hercules - 67
Atsushi Onita - 62
Dave Taylor - 59
Tom Zenk - 51

The Next Day:

- Vince McMahon is no longer dating someone from outside the wrestling business.

- The Undertaker says he likes what he hears from Simon Kenney and there's money in his promos if given air time.

Saturday, Week 4, September 1991

From Los Angeles Memorial Sports Arena in Los Angeles, California

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Tag Team Grudge Match Main Event
"Ravishing" Rick Rude and Vader w/ "Macho King" Randy Savage & Sensational Queen Sherri vs. Bret "Hitman" Hart and Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart w/ "Nature Boy" Ric Flair & Miss Elizabeth

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Grudge Match
Bam Bam Bigelow w/ The Dragon vs. Hulk Hogan

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Tag Team Grudge Match
Big Boss Man and Sgt. Slaughter vs. Nikita Koloff and Dmitri

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WWF World Tag Team Championship
The Legion of Doom w/ Paul Ellering © vs. The Conquistadors

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Tag Team Grudge Match
Mr. Perfect and The Texas Tornado w/ Larry Hennig vs. Paul Orndorff and Terry Funk

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"War with The Warrior" Tag Team Grudge Match
Kevin Sullivan and Smash w/ Paul Bearer vs. The Ultimate Warrior and Dino Bravo

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WWF Women's Championship Tournament Finals
Lioness Asuka vs. Rockin' Robin

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Intergender Tag Team Match
Koko B. Ware and a female partner of his choosing vs. Larry Zbyszko and Madusa
**If Madusa and Zbyszko win, Commissioner Graham might still consider letting Madusa face the WWF Women's Champion at October's Saturday Night's Main Event.**

Comments:

Bonus Questions
1...Who will Koko B. Ware's partner be?
2...Will Marty Jannetty be cleared to compete in the Street Fight with Shawn Michaels?
2b..If so, who wins?

Answers:
1.)
2.)
2b.)

Condensed predictions card for those with no comments:

"Ravishing" Rick Rude and Vader w/ Randy Savage & Queen Sherri vs. Bret Hart and Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart w/ Ric Flair & Miss Elizabeth
Bam Bam Bigelow w/ The Dragon vs. Hulk Hogan
Big Boss Man and Sgt. Slaughter vs. Nikita Koloff and Dmitri
The Legion of Doom w/ Paul Ellering © vs. The Conquistadors
Mr. Perfect and The Texas Tornado w/ Larry Hennig vs. Paul Orndorff and Terry Funk
Kevin Sullivan and Smash w/ Paul Bearer vs. The Ultimate Warrior and Dino Bravo
Lioness Asuka vs. Rockin' Robin
Koko B. Ware and a female partner of his choosing vs. Larry Zbyszko and Madusa
Who will Koko B. Ware's partner be?
Will Marty Jannetty be cleared to compete in the Street Fight with Shawn Michaels?
If so, who wins?

WWF Saturday Night's Main Event: Backlash Predictions Card:

August 12, 2021

WWF TV for Week 3, September 1991

Backstage before the show:

- Nothing to report.

Monday, September 16th, 1991

Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut

9,518 in attendance - SOLD OUT!

Announcers: Gorilla Monsoon and Bobby "The Brain" Heenan

TV Rating: 6.69

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Monsoon and Heenan welcome us to the show, as Heenan refuses to acknowledge Monsoon's continued, and constant mentions of his managerial "retirement". They eventually announce tonight's main event, Buddy Landel taking on Ric Flair with both Landel's TV title and the "Nature Boy" moniker on the line. They end their intro by sending us to The Dragon and Bam Bam Bigelow standing by with Gene Okerlund.

Okerlund asks The Dragon why he stopped short of crushing Hogan's leg in a chair after their match at Summerslam if he was just going to continue to attack Hogan like last week. The Dragon takes a huge exception to this though. "Now hold on a minute, Gene! I had NOTHING to do with Bam Bam here attacking Hogan last week, he acted completely on his own. Now, I certainly do approve of the attack, but it wasn't my idea. I do have an idea though. You want another piece of me, Hogan? Fine, I'm ready when you are. But Bam Bam here is a very impatient man and I'm not gonna stand in the way of what he wants. And he wants you, Hogan! At Backlash! If you've got the guts to face the "Beast from the East", and if you somehow survive, I'll be waiting on the other side."

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The Berzerker defeated Nikolai Volkoff in 7:25 by submission with a Camel Clutch.

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Terry Funk says Bobby Heenan may be stuck in the booth from now on, but he'll make him proud by destroying that punk Texas Tornado, "For good this time!!"

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In a decent match, Smash defeated Dino Bravo in 7:30 by pinfall.

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After the match, Kevin Sullivan tries to "brainwash" Bravo just like he'd done to Smash at Summerslam, but the Ultimate Warrior rushes to the ring and scares them off.

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In a poor match, Koloff's new friend, now officially going by the name Dmitri, defeated Tom Zenk in 3:20 by pinfall with a Running Powerslam.

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After a dominating performance by Dmitri, Sgt. Slaughter and the Big Boss Man rush the ring and attack the big man.

Nikita Koloff runs out to help his friend,

but he isn't needed, as Dmitri makes short work of both men, quickly wiping them out with Powerslams.

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Ted DiBiase & Sid want their rematch for the tag titles at SNME: Backlash.

Commissioner Graham says no way though and instead informs them that due to their recent antics, the DiBiase/Sid team is banned from the tag division for the remainder of the year! Effective immediately!

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In an exceptional match, Larry Zbyszko defeated Mr. Perfect in 10:41 when Perfect was counted out after chasing Terry Funk away for antagonizing his dad at ringside.

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With Perfect successfully drawn to the back by Funk, Larry Hennig is cornered by Paul Orndorff back at ringside.

Perfect, apparently told what's going on by someone backstage, sprints back to the ring to fight off Orndorff. Fortunately, though, The Texas Tornado had already ran in through the crowd and scared Orndorff away.

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WWF World Television Championship
"Nature Boy" Moniker on the line

"Nature Boy" Buddy Landel © vs. "Nature Boy" Ric Flair w/ Miss Elizabeth

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Before the match can get underway, the Kingdom comes down to ringside to "watch".

It looks like it might be a long night for Flair, but Bret Hart and Jim Neidhart join Elizabeth at ringside to even the odds a bit.

In a bout that had great wrestling and good heat, Ric Flair wins his WWF debut match, defeating Buddy Landel in 15:48 by submission with a Figure Four Leglock. Ric Flair wins the WWF World Television title and exclusive use of the "Nature Boy" moniker.

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As Flair celebrates his victory with Hart, Neidhart, and Elizabeth, the Kingdom looks like they're about to attack. Flair quickly grabs a mic though and warns Savage that Liz could be caught in the crossfire if they attack. This does indeed cause Savage to hesitate and he calls off his "dogs". Sensational Queen Sherri ignores him though and goes after Liz, screaming in her face. Bret Hart starts to intervene, but Flair assures him it's okay. Sherri tries to slap Liz, but Liz blocks it and lands a hard slap of her own, sending Sherri to the mat and the fans home happy.

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Show Rating:

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Post-show notes:

- Ric Flair and Buddy Landel have great chemistry as opponents.

Top 5 in-ring performances of the night:
Ric Flair - 96
Mr. Perfect - 93
Larry Zbyszko - 84
Buddy Landel - 67
Smash - 62

The Next Day:

- Paul Orndorff has been identified as a Steroid user by the WWF drug testing policy. I fined him and his behavior improved. He was happy at the action.

Backstage before the show:

- Timothy Well brought Pizza for the entire locker room which made everyone happy.

Wednesday, September 18th, 1991

Payne Whitney Gymnasium in New Haven, Connecticut

2,532 in attendance - SOLD OUT!

Announcers: Vince McMahon and Bobby "The Brain" Heenan

TV Rating: 0.45

<hr>

Angle: Recap of Monday's Prime Time Wrestling.
Rating: 95

The Miracle Violence Connection defeated Glen Osbourne and Simon Kenney in 6:05 when Terry Gordy defeated Osbourne by pinfall with a Running Legdrop.
Rating: 71

Angle: Madusa is out next for her match against Jim Powers, the first of two matches against the men she's attacked recently that Commissioner Graham stipulated she must win if she wants a shot at the winner of the Women's title tournament. Powers refuses though, insisting his parents taught him to never hit a "girl." The instant she hears the word girl, Madusa flies off the handle, mauling Powers as Larry Zbyszko stands back and enjoys the show.
Rating: 80

Lioness Asuka defeated Debbie Malenko in a Women's Title Tournament 1st Round match in 6:49 by pinfall.
Rating: 67

Tito Santana defeated Greg Valentine in 15:47 by submission with a Figure Four Leglock.
Rating: 74

Angle: Marty Jannetty joins Brutus Beefcake as a guest on the Barber Shop. He addresses Shawn Michaels' comments from last week when he accepted Jannetty's challenge for a Street Fight at SNME: Backlash. "You say you've got no problem endin' my career, Shawn? Well, I do have a problem endin' yours. We were friends, Shawn. As tight as brothers. But you threw it all away! And for what? Nothin' from where I'm sittin'. I don't wanna do it, Shawn! I really don't. But you've left me no choice. At Backlash, you're finished!" Pillman comes out at this point, and as soon as he gets Jannetty's attention, Michaels attacks, throwing Jannetty through the Barber Shop window, leaving the crowd in stunned silence as medical personnel rush onto the scene.
Rating: 100

<hr>
Show Rating: 82

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Post-show notes:

- Lioness Asuka and Debbie Malenko have great chemistry as opponents.

Top 5 in-ring performances of the night:
Tito Santana - 76
Terry Gordy - 74
Steve Williams - 72
Greg Valentine - 65
Debbie Malenko - 60

The Next Day:

- Nothing to report.

Backstage before the show:

- Nothing to report.

Friday, September 20th, 1991

Mark E. Freitas Ice Forum in Storrs, Connecticut

2,000 in attendance - SOLD OUT!

Announcers: Vince McMahon and Bobby "The Brain" Heenan

TV Rating: 0.41

<hr>

Virgil defeated Buddy Rose in 7:26 by submission with a Camel Clutch.
Rating: 58

Angle: With Smash "sold" to Undertaker's army, and Fuji prepared to retire, Slick announces he's purchased the contracts of Fuji's remaining clients, The Berzerker and Kato.
Rating: 88

Reggie Bennett defeated Jaguar Yokota in the final Women's Title Tournament 1st Round match in 6:44 by submission with a Reggie Rack.
Rating: 62

Women's Title Tournament - Updated Bracket

Angle: Missy Hyatt interviews Reggie Bennett and congratulates her on advancing to next week's Semifinals.
Rating: 70

The Can-Am Express defeated Battle Ranger and Al Burke in 5:54 when Doug Furnas defeated Battle Ranger by pinfall with a Frankensteiner.
Rating: 62

Angle: Crush ignores Hercules' warning from last week and issues one of his own, Hercules should have picked on someone his own size!
Rating: 86

In a good match, The Barbarian defeated Bob Backlund in 8:06 by pinfall with a Kick of Fear.
Rating: 77

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Show Rating: 77

<hr>
Post-show notes:

- Nothing to report.

Top 5 in-ring performances of the night:
The Barbarian - 84
Doug Furnas - 68
Phil Lafon - 68
Bob Backlund - 66
Jaguar Yokota - 61

The Next Day:

- Nothing to report.

August 12, 2021

Any mileage in Queen Sherri getting back between the ropes to represent The Kingdom?

Possibly. The problem with Sherri is keeping her clean outside of the ring.

August 12, 2021

Don't worry. Databases from the late 80s/early 90s lack women and the few available are mostly japanese. I had a friend with the same problem

Yup. Ideally, I probably should have held off on starting the division with so few options. Luckily though, with the save taking place in an era where most tv episodes were top-to-bottom squash matches, I should be able to hide that initial lack of talent a bit easier.

August 11, 2021

Since she has won the Battle Royal, I would have put Bull Nakano directly to the finals

That's a fair point and makes perfect sense, Genox. Unfortunately, due to a lack of competent female workers available to me right now, I've got to be really careful how I book the division if I want it to last long-term. Now, that in and of itself doesn't negate your point, but I can't really explain why I went the way I did without spoiling upcoming events. I hope that makes sense and doesn't seem like too much of a cop-out.

I really love that Nakano's win lead to something big, she can take that to the grave. Also... Atsushi Onita I'm glued

Thanks, Blodyxe, I just wish I'd had room for Nakano's Battle Royal win on the main Summerslam show. Onita's great too, but a bit of an odd fit for '91 WWF. I know they had Tenryu and Kitao against Demolition at Wrestlemania 7 as part of their deal with SWS, but that was an odd fit as well. Hopefully, I can make it work.

August 11, 2021

WWF TV for Week 2, September 1991

Backstage before the show:

- Nothing to report.

Monday, September 9th, 1991

Augusta Civic Center in Augusta, Maine

6,777 in attendance - SOLD OUT!

Announcers: Gorilla Monsoon and Bobby "The Brain" Heenan

TV Rating: 6.78

<hr>

Gorilla Monsoon is joined once again by Bobby "The Brain" Heenan, back in his now permanent commentator role, as they welcome everyone to the show and send us down to "Mean" Gene Okerlund, who's interviewing The Kingdom.

The Kingdom's first order of business is for Rick Rude and Vader to accept the challenge of Bret Hart & Jim Neidhart for a tag team match at SNME: Backlash. Savage then addresses the elephant in the room, that, of course, being the challenge of Ric Flair and his former girlfriend Elizabeth.

Savage: Elizabeth, I knew you were aching to get back with the Macho King, yeah, but I never woulda thought you'd stoop this low just to get near me! Well, I'VE GOT NEWS FOR YOU! Sensational Queen Sherri is all the woman I could ever need, and she can take you in a fight too, so you better keep your hands to yourself, yeah! AS FOR YOU RIC FLAIR, well I'll tell you the same thing I tell all the other chumps, just chompin' at the bit, to get a piece of the Macho King, yeah. And it's real simple, yeah. GET IN THE BACK OF THE LINE, CAUSE IT'S A LONG ROAD TO THE TOP, and you're nowhere near my level! OOOOH YEEAAAHH!

<hr>

Well Dunn defeated Mike Barton and Al Burke in 5:11 when Steven Dunn defeated Al Burke by pinfall.

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The Natural Disasters attempt to sell the WWF Tag Team titles back to Ted DiBiase and Sid, but Commissioner Graham interrupts.

Graham: Didn't you learn your lesson, DiBiase, when you tried this with Andre the Giant years ago? It's not gonna happen! But I'll tell ya what is happenin'. The Natural Disasters will keep the titles, but they'll be defending them right here tonight, against none other than the Legion of Doom!

Graham: AND, if ANY of you, try ANY funny business, of ANY kind, the Disasters will be stripped of the titles and they'll be awarded to the Legion of Doom!

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The long-awaited return of Sgt. Slaughter results in a victory over Rick Fuller in 5:41 by submission with a Cobra Clutch.

<hr>

As Slaughter celebrates his first victory in over a month, a heavily bandaged Nikita Koloff and his new ally attack, beating Slaughter senseless before Koloff's new friend delivers a Running Powerslam. Koloff grabs a mic. "BOSS MAN! NOOOO!"

<hr>

Mr. Perfect is out for a match against Rick Martel next but makes an announcement first.

Perfect: I know you're listening over there, Bobby Heenan! And I know you've been looking over your shoulder since I kicked your ....butt at Summerslam, but that's in the past. I did what I set out to do and it felt great! And although I've come to realize that I never needed a manager, I did realize that I need something! I need someone with my best interests in mind at all times. I need someone that will always have my back! Someone that I'll never have to question! I don't need a "weasel" in my corner, I need a hero!

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Perfect: My hero! My father, Larry "The Ax" Hennig!

Perfect's father joins him at ringside and they embrace.

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In a bout that had superb wrestling and great heat, Mr. Perfect defeated Rick Martel in 16:06 by pinfall with a Perfect Plex.
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Back from commercial, Missy Hyatt is in the ring to interview a hobbled, and bandaged Hulk Hogan. Hyatt starts by asking him about the condition of Roddy Piper, and Hogan assures her that Piper will be back soon. Next, she asks him about who attacked him in the locker room at Summerslam, Bigelow, Steamboat, or both? He said he was completely blindsided though, and didn't see his attacker, but he was gonna take both out anyway. He finishes by addressing The Dragon specifically.

Hogan: I knew all along, Missy, that The Dragon was just your regular ole run-of-the-mill scumbag, brother! And all his rantin' and ravin' about "honor" was just a load of crap, dude! But the Hulkster doesn't start fights, he finishes them, and it's all gonna come crashing down on you soon, Dragon! SO WHATCHA GONNA DO, WH....

Before he can finish, Hogan is attacked by Bam Bam Bigelow.

Even with a bad leg though, Hogan manages to beat him back fairly easily to a huge pop from the Augusta crowd.

<hr>

Kevin Sullivan defeated Duane Gill in 5:39 by pinfall with a Devil Stomp.

<hr>

After the Sullivan match, we're sent to a pre-recorded, nearly incoherent promo from the Ultimate Warrior directed at the Army of Darkness. The only clear part of which was a warning to Undertaker that he has friends too, and that their war is far from over!!

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WWF World Tag Team Championship

The Natural Disasters w/ Jimmy Hart © vs. The Legion of Doom w/ Paul Ellering

w/w/
In a bout that had great wrestling and good heat, The Legion of Doom defeated The Natural Disasters in 11:51 when Hawk defeated Earthquake by pinfall with a ring-shaking Doomsday Device. The Legion of Doom wins the WWF World Tag Team titles for the second time in the past 3 weeks.

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Show Rating:

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Post-show notes:

- Nothing to report.

Top 5 in-ring performances of the night:
Mr. Perfect - 93
Hawk - 91
Animal - 90
Rick Martel - 81
Sgt. Slaughter - 80

The Next Day:

- Nothing to report.

Backstage before the show:

- Nothing to report.

Wednesday, September 11th, 1991

Burlington Memorial Auditorium in Burlington, Vermont

2,000 in attendance - SOLD OUT!

Announcers: Vince McMahon and Bobby "The Brain" Heenan

TV Rating: 0.46

<hr>
Angle: Recap of Prime Time with McMahon & Heenan.
Rating: 100

Angle: Madusa confronts Commissioner Graham, furious that she's not in the Women's title tournament. She asks Graham if he's been taking a nap for the past few weeks while she's been destroying MEN after Zbyszko matches. Graham apologizes but says the tournament is set and will start tonight. However, he also informs her that he's a fair man, and so he'll give her a chance to face the winner of the tournament. But, she'll have to beat the two men she's attacked over the past few weeks, Jim Powers and Koko B. Ware, to get the shot. She'll face Powers next week, and Ware the week after that if she wins.
Rating: 95

The Rebels defeated The Equalizer and Mike Alfonso in 7:05 when Steve Armstrong defeated Alfonso by pinfall with a Doomsday Dropkick.
Rating: 56

Angle: Shawn Michaels accepts Marty Jannetty's challenge for a Street Fight at Backlash. "I've got absolutely no problem ending your career, Marty!"
Rating: 100

The winner of the Free Agent Battle Royal at Summerslam, Bull Nakano, drew with The Ripper(Rhonda Singh) in a Women's Title Tournament 1st Round match in 6:47 following a double disqualification. Both competitors are eliminated from the tournament.
Rating: 65

Angle: Buddy Landel promo on Ric Flair. "If you've got a problem with me using the name "Nature Boy", Ric, then I'll gladly fight you for it! And I'll prove once and for all, that I'm the only man fit to carry on the legacy of the "Nature Boy" Buddy Rogers. He told me he always hated you anyway!"
Rating: 97

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WWF World Television Championship

"Nature Boy" Buddy Landel © vs. Robert Gibson w/ Ricky Morton

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Robert Gibson defeated Buddy Landel in 15:57 by count out when Landel was laid out by Ricky Morton at ringside and couldn't drag himself back to the ring in time.
Rating: 71

<hr>
Show Rating: 81

<hr>
Post-show notes:

- The Equalizer and Mike Alfonso(Awesome) showed excellent chemistry teaming together.

Top 5 in-ring performances of the night:
Buddy Landel - 66
Robert Gibson - 61
The Ripper - 61
Bull Nakano - 59
Tracy Smothers - 56

The Next Day:

- Dmitri(Scott Norton) was identified as a steroid user. I fined him and nothing noteworthy resulted.

- WCW signed King Kong Bundy to a written contract.

Backstage before the show:

- Nothing to report.

Friday, September 13th, 1991

Knott Arena in Emmitsburg, Maryland

2,000 in attendance - SOLD OUT!

Announcers: Vince McMahon and Bobby "The Brain" Heenan

TV Rating: 0.40

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Rockin' Robin defeated Candi Devine in a Women's Title Tournament 1st Round match in 8:13 by pinfall with a Bulldog.
Rating: 57

Angle: Missy Hyatt interviews Rockin' Robin, and congratulates her on making it to the finals of the Women's Title tournament, thanks to the double-elimination of Bull Nakano and The Ripper on Wrestling Challenge.
Rating: 66

Atsushi Onita defeated The Mountie in 10:18 when The Mountie was disqualified when Honky Tonk Man ran in and attacked Onita with his guitar.
Rating: 66

Angle: Jimmy Hart yells incoherently into his megaphone, as a nearly unconscious Onita is held by the Honky Tonk Man, and the Mountie stuns him with his cattle prod.
Rating: 71

Angle: On behalf of Hercules, Slick warns Crush that he should have minded his own business!
Rating: 85

In a decent main event, Jimmy Snuka defeated The Warlord in 9:48 by pinfall with a Superfly Splash.
Rating: 60

<hr>
Show Rating: 67

<hr>
Post-show notes:

- Nothing to report.

Top 5 in-ring performances of the night:
The Mountie - 69
The Warlord - 55
Jimmy Snuka - 55
Atsushi Onita - 54
Candi Devine - 51

The Next Day:

- Kamala's contract is expiring in 30 days. I would probably resign him, but he's a freelancer so he isn't interested.

August 11, 2021

It's beautiful that this is back, the level of quality in your writing is still top notch, ink! I'll be reading

Thanks, Smasher! Awesome to have you back!

August 10, 2021

Author's Note: When I was initially posting this diary in the 2016 forums real-life kinda got a bit hectic around this point in the diary and I had to go a little light on my write-ups for the months of September, October, and November. They're certainly not bare-bones or anything, but they're not quite as in-depth as the shows from Summerslam and before. The PPV write-ups in particular, are lacking compared to what came before them. I thought about fleshing them out a bit more as I was tidying up the old posts for the move to the 2020 forums, but I've decided to leave them as-is. Ultimately, I just think the time I would have used to beef them up could be better spent writing future shows that will keep this diary moving along at its current steady pace. Expect the more in-depth style to return starting with the December shows.

WWF TV for Week 1, September 1991

Backstage before the show:

- Jake Roberts helped create a fun atmosphere when he pulled a classic rib on Ric Flair that had everyone laughing.

Monday, September 2nd, 1991

Madison Square Garden in New York, New York

18,200 in attendance

Announcers: Gorilla Monsoon and Vince McMahon

TV Rating: 6.67

<hr>

Gorilla Monsoon and Vince McMahon welcome everyone to the show, and announce that Bobby "The Brain" Heenan will be back in his regular commentator's position next week as he's still licking his wounds from the beating Mr. Perfect gave him at Summerslam. They also announce Jake Roberts has suffered a severe head injury as a result of being Powerbombed on the steel ring steps by Vader at Summerslam and will be out of action indefinitely. They end their intro by sending us to "Mean" Gene Okerlund, who's got a special guest.

<hr>

"Mean" Gene Okerlund is standing by with the newest members of the WWF roster, "Nature Boy" Ric Flair and Elizabeth. Surprising no one, Flair announces that he's in the WWF for one reason only, to carry on his legacy by becoming an 8 time World Champion. "I hear that Randy Savage is "the man" around here, but that can't be true! Because to be the man, WOOOO, you gotta beat the man, and unless I've gone senile, Randy Savage has never stepped into the ring, with The Nature Boy! WOOOO!" He ends the promo by warning a certain WWF Television Champion that there's only one "Nature Boy" and the WWF isn't big enough for the both of them!

<hr>

In a decent match, Tito Santana defeated Dave Finlay in 7:28 by submission with a Figure Four Leglock.

<hr>

Missy Hyatt interviews The Texas Tornado next. Tornado says that a day didn't go by during his rehab, that he didn't daydream of getting his hands on Terry Funk and Bobby Heenan. Says Mr. Perfect took care of Heenan for him at Summerslam, but Funk is all his! "You better watch your back, Terry, because there's a big storm brewin', baby!"

<hr>

A debuting Skinner defeated Scott Taylor in 5:58 by pinfall with a Gatorbreaker.

<hr>

Paul Ellering says his Legion of Doom will be fighting champions, unlike Ted DiBiase and Sid who only defended the Tag Titles twice from April to August. They'll be starting tonight too, when they defend the WWF Tag Team Titles against the Natural Disasters in the main event!

<hr>

Bam Bam Bigelow defeated Virgil in 8:17 by pinfall with a Diving Headbutt.

<hr>

The Big Boss Man is arguing with Commissioner Graham backstage, furious over what happened at Summerslam and demanding a rematch. Graham's first reaction is concern, as he wonders aloud if Boss Man should even be competing so soon after all the blood he lost against Koloff at Summerslam. After being assured it wasn't an issue, Graham says there's nothing he can do for Boss Man since he already got his promised rematch. And there's nothing he can do about Koloff's new friend interfering since the match was no disqualification. He can have a rematch if Koloff will go for it though, but Graham doubts he will.

<hr>

As expected, Paul Bearer announces the expansion of Undertaker's Army of Darkness with Smash! "OOHH Ultimate Warrior, when the war is won, and the final shot has been fired, it won't just be your career that lies in ruins. It will be the entire World Wrestling Federation, OOOOOOOHHHHH YEEEEESSSS!!!"

<hr>

In a bit of Summerslam deja vu, The Miracle Violence Connection's Steve Williams defeated Haku in 9:47 by pinfall with a Doctor Bomb.

<hr>

Bret Hart cuts a promo on The Kingdom. He says the WWF Championship will have to wait because he hasn't forgotten what Vader and Rick Rude did to his brother Owen and Jim Neidhart at ringside during his match with Savage at Summerslam. He tells them Owen may be out for a while, but Jim will be ready by Saturday Night's Main Event and the original Hart Foundation will ride once again! That is if Rude and Vader have the guts to face them head-on.

<hr>
WWF World Tag Team Championship

The Legion of Doom w/ Paul Ellering © vs. The Natural Disasters

w/w/

In a bout that had great wrestling and good heat, The Natural Disasters defeated The Legion of Doom in 12:20 when Earthquake defeated Hawk by pinfall with an Earthquake Splash following interference from The Million Dollar Man.

The Natural Disasters win the WWF World Tag Team titles!

<hr>
Show Rating:

<hr>
Post-show notes:

- Steve Williams and Haku have great chemistry as opponents.

Top 5 in-ring performances of the night:
Animal - 90
Hawk - 86
Haku - 84
Earthquake - 79
Tito Santana - 76

The Next Day:

- Rick Rude says Dave Finlay doesn't connect with the fans and I should write him off.

Backstage before the show:

- Nothing to report.

Wednesday, September 4th, 1991

Ice Garden in Rostraver, Pennsylvania

2,000 in attendance - SOLD OUT

Announcers: Vince McMahon and Lord Alfred Hayes

TV Rating: 0.46

<hr>

Angle: A recap of Prime Time with Vince McMahon and Lord Alfred Hayes.
Rating: 100

The Nasty Boys defeated Shane Douglas and Ricky Santana in 10:26 when Brian Knobbs defeated Douglas by pinfall with a Trip to Nastyville.
Rating: 65

Angle: Marty Jannetty wants Shawn Michaels in a Street Fight at Saturday Night's Main Event. "NO Zenk, NO Pillman, just me and you, Shawn. Man to Man!"
Rating: 95

Terry Gordy defeated Mike Alfonso in 5:56 by pinfall with a Belly-to-Back Suplex.
Rating: 68

Angle: Commissioner Graham congratulates Bull Nakano on winning the Free Agent Battle Royal at Summerslam. He then announces that with no other female competitors for her to compete against, he has no choice but to start a WWF Women's Division. He announces he's signed seven more workers and will announce a tournament bracket on Superstars to crown a new WWF Women's Champion. The tournament will take place on Wrestling Challenge and Superstars throughout September, with the Championship match held at Saturday Night's Main Event: Backlash at the end of the month.
Rating: 100

Angle: After being introduced as simply "Buddy Landel", Landel demands that Howard Finkel continue to call him "Nature Boy". "No matter what Ric Flair says!"
Rating: 85

<hr>
WWF World Television Championship

"Nature Boy" Buddy Landel © vs. Tom Zenk

In a match that had decent wrestling but didn't have much heat, Buddy Landel defeated Tom Zenk in 16:18 by submission with a Figure Four Leglock. Buddy Landel makes defense number 2 of his WWF World Television title.
Rating: 67

<hr>
Show Rating: 80

<hr>
Post-show notes:

- Nothing to report.

Top 5 in-ring performances of the night:
Terry Gordy - 68
Jerry Sags - 67
Brian Knobbs - 66
Buddy Landel - 64
Tom Zenk - 54

The Next Day:

- Shane Douglas was identified as a Steroid user by the WWF drug testing policy. Since I don't need him for anything right now, I decided to suspend him for a better chance at improving his behavior long-term. It did improve his behavior, but now he has a "simmering tension" relationship with me.

Backstage before the show:

- Brian Knobbs was antagonizing Buddy Lee Parker so much that a fight broke out and they had to be pulled apart. I fined him and he was unhappy. So were Hulk Hogan, Jim Duggan, Jimmy Hart, Jerry Sags, Greg Valentine, Haku, and Brutus Beefcake. At least Parker himself was pleased.

Friday, September 6th, 1991

Penn Hall in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

2,200 in attendance - SOLD OUT!

Announcers: Vince McMahon and Bobby "The Brain" Heenan

TV Rating: 0.41

<hr>

Al Snow defeated Kato in 7:08 by pinfall with a Snow Plow.
Rating: 59

Angle: Hercules, not satisfied with his beatdown of Al Snow in their 6-man tag match at Summerslam, attacks him after the match. Snow is saved by Crush though, who tosses Slick over the top rope into Hercules' arms.
Rating: 89

In his debut match, a bout that had decent wrestling but little heat, Atsushi Onita defeated Honky Tonk Man in 6:35 by disqualification when Honky Tonk Man tried to hit him with his guitar.
Rating: 57

Angle: Onita dodges another guitar attack but isn't able to dodge The Mountie and his cattle prod.
Rating: 61

The Can-Am Express defeated Koko B. Ware and Virgil in 9:57 when Doug Furnas defeated Virgil by pinfall with a Frankensteiner.
Rating: 68

Angle: Commissioner Graham announces the Women's Championship Tournament Bracket, which starts on next week's episode of Wrestling Challenge:

The Ripper(Rhonda Singh)
Bull Nakano

Rockin' Robin
Candi Devine

Lioness Asuka
Debbie Malenko

Reggie Bennett
Jaguar Yokota

Rating: 100

In a decent match, The Mountie defeated Steve Armstrong in 9:40 by submission with a Quebec Crab.
Rating: 71

<hr>
Show Rating: 78

<hr>
Post-show notes:

- Nothing to report.

Top 5 in-ring performances of the night:
The Mountie - 74
Phil Lafon - 68
Doug Furnas - 64
Honky Tonk Man - 60
Virgil - 58

The Next Day:

- Crush was identified as a steroid user. I fined him which made him unhappy and his personality got worse. Randy Savage was unhappy about it also.

August 10, 2021

Champions as of September 1st, 1991

WWF World Heavyweight Championship

"Macho King" Randy Savage

Previous Champions:

1.) Ultimate Warrior - Lost to Randy Savage at Wrestlemania 7 on March 31st, 1991

WWF Intercontinental Championship

Nikita Koloff

Previous Champions:

2.) Big Boss Man - Lost to Nikita Koloff at Saturday Night's Main Event: Roadblock on July 27th, 1991

1.) Mr. Perfect - Lost to Big Boss Man at Wrestlemania 7 on March 31st, 1991

WWF World Tag Team Championship

The Legion of Doom

Previous Champions:

3.) Ted DiBiase & Sid - Lost to Legion of Doom at Summerslam on August 25th, 1991

2.) Vacant - Ted DiBase and Sid defeated The New Foundation at Saturday Night's Main Event: Wrestlemania Revenge on April 27th, 1991 for the vacant titles

1.) The Hart Foundation - Vacated after Bret Hart forfeited titles to enter singles competition following a successful defense at Wrestlemania 7 on March 31st, 1991

WWF Television Championship

Buddy Landel

Previous Champions:

5.) Crush - Lost to Buddy Landel on the August 14th, 1991 episode of WWF Wrestling Challenge

4.) Buddy Landel - Lost to Crush on the July 31st, 1991 episode of WWF Wrestling Challenge

3.) Bob Backlund - Lost to Buddy Landel on the July 24th, 1991 episode of WWF Wrestling Challenge

2.) Buddy Landel - Lost to Bob Backlund on the July 12th, 1991 episode of WWF Superstars

1.) Dino Bravo - Lost to Buddy Landel on the April 24th, 1991 episode of WWF Wrestling Challenge

WWF 1991 Royal Rumble Winner

The Undertaker

**Last eliminated Ricky Steamboat to win Royal Rumble match on January 27th, 1991**

WWF King of the Ring 1991

Bret Hart

**Defeated Ricky Steamboat in tournament finals at King of the Ring on June 30th, 1991**

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Roster as of September 1st, 1991"Jobbers" Not Listed

Faces in Blue and Heels in Red

Major Stars

Bret Hart
Hulk Hogan
Jake Roberts
Mr. Perfect
Ric Flair
Roddy Piper
Sgt. Slaughter
The Ultimate Warrior

Earthquake
Randy Savage
Terry Funk
The Dragon
The Million Dollar Man
The Undertaker

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Stars

Animal
Big Boss Man
Hawk
Jim Neidhart
The Texas Tornado

Bam Bam Bigelow
Kamala
Larry Zbyszko
Nikita Koloff
Paul Orndorff
Rick Martel
Rick Rude
Shawn Michaels
Sid
The Barbarian
Vader

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Well Known

Bob Backlund
Crush
Dino Bravo
Jim Duggan
Jimmy Snuka
Marty Jannetty
Ricky Morton
Robert Gibson
Steve Williams
Terry Gordy
The British Bulldog
Tito Santana
Virgil

Brian Knobbs
Brian Pillman
Buddy Landel
Greg Valentine
Haku
Honky Tonk Man
Hercules
Jerry Sags
Kevin Sullivan
Smash
The Mountie
The Warlord
Typhoon

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Recognizable

Al Snow
Bushwhacker Luke
Chris Adams
Kevin Von Erich
Koko B. Ware
Nikolai Volkoff
Owen Hart
Shane Douglas
The Lumberjack
Tracy Smothers
Tom Zenk

Cpl. Bruce
Dave Taylor
Doug Furnas
Irwin R. Schyster
Lt. Wright
Paul Roma
Phil Lafon
Steven Dunn
The Berzerker
Timothy Well
Tony Atlas

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Women's Division

Bull Nakano

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Unimportant

B. Brian Blair
Bushwhacker Butch
Jim Powers
Steve Armstrong

Bill Irwin
Brooklyn Brawler
Buddy Rose
Dave Finlay
Dmitri
Kato

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Managers - clients in parentheses

Jimmy Hart (Nasty Boys, The Mountie, Honky Tonk Man & Natural Disasters)
Madusa (Larry Zbyszko)
Miss Elizabeth (Ric Flair)
Mr. Fuji (The Berzerker & Kato)
Paul Bearer (Undertaker, Smash & Kevin Sullivan)
Paul Ellering (Legion of Doom)
Sensational Sherri (Randy Savage)
Slick (Warlord, Kamala & Power and Glory)
The Genius (Dave Taylor)

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Announcers

Bobby Heenan
Gene Okerlund
Gorilla Monsoon
Lord Alfred Hayes
Missy Hyatt
Vince McMahon

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Referees

Earl Hebner
Joey Morella
Tim White
Danny Davis
Mark Curtis
Shane Stevens
Jim Korderas

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Road Agents

Pat Patterson
Rene Goulet
Tony Garea

August 10, 2021

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="BennyBXB" data-cite="BennyBXB" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="53223" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>How many other feds are currently active in your save?</div></blockquote> 38 <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="BennyBXB" data-cite="BennyBXB" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="53223" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>How many of them pose a threat to stick around for a while, if not necessarily threaten your position as number 1?</div></blockquote> 20 of the 38 have a quarter of a million or more in cash, so I'd say a fair estimate is at least half of those will be around for at least a few more years. I'd say my only real "competition" would be WCW and CMLL. Maybe NJPW. The only company coming close to me on show grades and match ratings though is AJPW, so they might have a shot too. The rest of the top 10 after me are: 2. WCW - 18.6 million in cash 3. CMLL - 15.7 million in cash 4. NJPW - 7.7 million in cash 5. AJPW - 5.7 million in cash 6. UWF - 5.1 million in cash 7. USWA - 3.8 million in cash 8. SWS - 2.5 million in cash 9. CWA - 1.3 million in cash 10. WWC - 1.1 million in cash

August 10, 2021

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="Blodyxe" data-cite="Blodyxe" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="53223" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Grudge Match Hulk Hogan w/ "Rowdy" Roddy Piper vs. The Dragon Comments: I think their rivalry won't end after the first match</div></blockquote> Good call! <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="Blodyxe" data-cite="Blodyxe" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="53223" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Grudge Match The Undertaker w/ Paul Bearer vs. The Ultimate Warrior Comments: Seems like this one will be over soon</div></blockquote> <img alt=":eek:" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/eek.png.0e09df00fa222c85760b9bc1700b5405.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="scottk1983" data-cite="scottk1983" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="53223" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Lumberjack Match Mr. Perfect vs. Terry Funk w/ Bobby Heenan **If Mr. Perfect wins he'll get 5 minutes alone with Bobby Heenan and Heenan will be stripped of his WWF Managerial License for life.** Comments: wouldnt be surprised if this is motn even though i picked hart/savage for that</div></blockquote> It was my Match of the Night if that's any consolation. <hr> <div style="text-align:center;">Summerslam 1991 prediction results: Tigermask69 - 11 of 13 Blodyxe - 9 of 13 Helginho - 9 of 13 KyTeran - 9 of 13 smw88 - 9 of 13 scottk1983 - 8 of 13</div> Tigermask69 wins this one with 11 of 13 correct predictions, or 85%. Which is enough to give them the overall lead. Great job, Tigermask! But everyone else did great too, with the lowest score being 8 of 13. Other than being a little surprised that no one predicted Bret Hart over Randy Savage, the other thing that really surprised me was no one predicting Bull Nakano to win the Free Agent Battle Royal. Sure, it would've been pretty far-fetched for this time period, but her name just sticks out like a sore thumb on that list of participants. <div style="text-align:center;">Second Round Prediction contest standings after Summerslam 1991</div> 1.) Tigermask69 - 16 points 2.) scottk1983 - 14 points 2.) smw88- 14 points 4.) Helginho - 13 points 5.) Blodyxe - 12 points 6.) KyTeran - 11 points 7.) scmurph01- 4 points This round of the prediction contest will run through the Survivor Series PPV in November. "Prize" still TBD. Thanks so much to everyone for reading, predicting, and commenting!

August 10, 2021

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="scmurph01" data-cite="scmurph01" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="53223" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Right here. Great show, cannot wait to see the Flair/Savage feud.</div></blockquote> Thanks, scmurph! I've got really high hopes for the feud as well. Hopefully, I can get my first 100 rated match of the save out of it. <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="DarEatWorld" data-cite="DarEatWorld" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="53223" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>You put a LOT of effort into this show and it definitely paid off. Really enjoyable.</div></blockquote> Thanks, Dar! I really appreciate the compliment! And your readership!!

August 9, 2021

Sunday, August 25th, 1991

New York, New York

18,200 in attendance at Madison Square Garden - SOLD OUT!

Announcers: Gorilla Monsoon and Vince McMahon

PPV Buy Rate: 0.68(341,538 buys)

Backstage before the show:

- Nothing to report.

Pre-Show:

In a pre-show bout that had terrible wrestling and non-existent crowd heat, Bull Nakano won a Free Agent Battle Royal in 10:28. The other members of the 'final four' were Booker Huffman (T), Diamond Dallas Page, and Charles Wright, with Booker Huffman being the final elimination after Diamond Dallas Page pulled him over the top rope when Booker foolishly accepted his handshake offer. Tony Norris got the most eliminations over the course of the match.
Rating: 49

Monsoon: WELCOME, to the historic Madison Square Garden in New York City! WELCOME, to Summerslam 1991! Hello, everyone, I'm Gorilla Monsoon, and filling in for Bobby "The Brain" Heenan, who's busy preparing for what could be his final night as a manager, is Vince McMahon!

McMahon: Thanks, pal, it's great to be here with you!

Monsoon: What a show we have tonight, Vince! One of the best cards I've seen in a looong time!

McMahon: Definitely, Gorilla. We've got WWF Champion, "Macho King" Randy Savage, putting his title on the line against King of the Ring winner, Bret "Hitman" Hart. The Intercontinental Title is also on the line, when "The Russian Nightmare" Nikita Koloff, defends against former champion, The Big Boss Man, in a match where falls will count anywhere!

Monsoon: And don't forget the big WWF World Tag Team Championship match, as "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase and big, Sid, defend against The Legion of Doom!

McMahon: I haven't, Gorilla. But perhaps the match I'm most intrigued by is Hulk Hogan finally getting the opportunity to get his hands on that despicable Dragon!

Monsoon: I never thought I'd have to cheer against Ricky Steamboat, Vince, but the times, as they say, are a-changin'!

McMahon: Indeed they are, pal!

Monsoon: Let's head down to the ring and "The Fink" for our opening contest!

Miracle Violence Connection vs. Haku & Barbarian w/ Bobby Heenan

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In their WWF PPV debut, The Miracle Violence Connection were up against arguably the hardest-hitting team the WWF has to offer, Haku and The Barbarian. Williams and Gordy are of course not lightweights themselves, and thus an entertaining "battle of the brutes" was the result. This was as simple as a wrestling match gets. Just four big, tough guys, going toe to toe, with no fancy holds or reversals. In the end, it was The Miracle Violence Connection picking up the victory at 11:48, when Williams pinned Haku after a Doctor Bomb. Solid opener with a good reaction from the crowd, who were really letting Bobby Heenan have it, since they may not really get another chance after tonight.

The Undertaker w/ Paul Bearer vs. The Ultimate Warrior

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With Paul Bearer's attempts to have The Ultimate Warrior brainwashed by Kevin Sullivan into being the first member of Undertaker's "Army of Darkness" having failed colossally, the time had come to settle their dispute the old fashioned way, one on one. This face-off had been brewing ever since The Undertaker cost The Ultimate Warrior his WWF Heavyweight Championship at Wrestlemania five months ago. The last time these two tangled, just six days ago, it was all Ultimate Warrior. This match started the same way, with a determined Warrior going right at the deadman and putting him on the mat with an ease not yet seen in Undertaker's short time in the World Wrestling Federation. The Undertaker didn't stay down much though, always sitting right back up like a zombie back from the dead not long after hitting the mat. The Warrior seemed to be mesmerized by this, surely having never experienced anything like it, as accustomed as he was to simply steamrolling jobbers for most of his career. We'll never know whether Warrior could have eventually kept him down long enough to win the match though, since...

Kevin Sullivan made his presence felt for the first time in over a month. With Undertaker hoisted high above his head for a Gorilla Press Slam, the Warrior was distracted by Sullivan yelling in tongues over a mic. Warrior dropped Undertaker, although that's what he was gonna do anyway, and turned his attention to Sullivan, cocking his head like a curious dog. With Warrior distracted, Undertaker did what he'd been doing the entire match, he sat up. Warrior of course didn't notice this and paid the price, eating a Tombstone Piledriver to take the loss by pinfall at 9:42.

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With the battle won, The Undertaker was prepared to finish the war. While Sullivan was distracting Warrior before the match ended, Paul Bearer had made his way to the back. Now that the match was over he reemerged, rolling a casket down to the ring. Bearer would then place the casket against the side of the ring as Undertaker hit a second Tombstone on Warrior before rolling him under the bottom rope and into the casket. Sullivan and Bearer slammed the lid shut, and were in the process of locking it when...

Crush, The British Bulldog, Dino Bravo, and The New Foundation rushed down to the ring to make the save, with Crush, Bulldog, and Bravo brawling with The Undertaker, and The New Foundation scaring off Bearer and Sullivan to release the Warrior from the casket.

Al Snow & The New Foundation vs. Hercules, The Warlord & Kamala w/ Slick

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This was a decent match, with some fairly fast-paced action considering who the participants were on one side. Al Snow got his wish, I guess, early in the match with some ring time opposite Hercules. That certainly didn't end well for the youngster, as Hercules completely dominated their interaction before getting bored and tagging out. In the end, though, it was the smaller team picking up the victory, when Owen Hart pinned Warlord yet again following a Missile Dropkick at 10:05. Also of note, was the fact that Kamala was basically a non-factor in this one, as Slick just really couldn't seem to keep him focused in this more chaotic environment. It may be time for Slick to rethink Kamala as a client.

WWF Intercontinental Championship
Falls Count Anywhere Match

"The Russian Nightmare" Nikita Koloff © vs. The Big Boss Man

The constant arena-wide brawls, subsequent arrests, and just general violent nature of this feud seemed to lend itself perfectly to a Falls Count Anywhere match stipulation. Ironically enough though, this match was contested almost entirely inside the ring. Despite that, there was still plenty of violence to be had in the ring, with both men using a heavy dose of their preferred weapon, Koloff's chain and Boss Man's nightstick, to inflict heavy damage on their opponent. Then there was the blood. Good grief the blood! Late in the match, with Boss Man down, Nikita proceeded to remove all twelve! turnbuckle pads to inflict more damage instead of just trying to retain his title. This would backfire though, as Nikita ended up being the one who took the damage from the exposed steel, when Boss Man drove his head into all twelve exposed buckles, busting him wide open. Koloff's head was basically a gushing fountain at that point, and that appeared to be all she wrote. However...

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a mountain of a man would interfere on Koloff's behalf, nearly driving Boss Man through the canvas with a ring-shaking Running Powerslam, the impact of which knocked Boss Man to the outside. The man then helped Koloff, who was still bleeding profusely, out of the ring and draped him over Boss Man as Referee Earl Hebner reluctantly counted the three. Nikita Koloff makes defense number 1 of his WWF Intercontinental title at 16:25.

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As soon as the bell rang, Hebner was calling for medical staff to tend to Koloff. Koloff's friend wasn't interested though, shoving Hebner to the floor and picking Koloff up and draping him over his shoulder. As Koloff's friend made his way towards the back, medical personnel pleaded with him, to no avail, to let them tend to Koloff.

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Crush vs. Smash w/ Mr. Fuji

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Not much to say about this one, as it was an uneventful, and fairly one-sided affair, with Crush in the driver's seat from the word go. After Mr. Fuji was ejected from the ringside area by Referee Shane Stevens, The Hawaiian picked up the win by pinfall over his former partner Smash, with his new Tour of the Islands finisher, at 8:44.

Although the match itself was uneventful, the post-match wasn't. As Crush was leaving the arena, high-fiving fans on his way out, Kevin Sullivan made his way down to the ring.

He went up to a still downed Smash and began whispering in his ear. After a short time, Smash would sit up in a trance-like state and follow Sullivan out through the crowd.

Lumberjack Match

Mr. Perfect vs. Terry Funk w/ Bobby Heenan

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It all came down to this for Bobby "The Brain" Heenan. A Funk victory and Heenan proves to Mr. Perfect that, at least in his mind, he was the reason for Perfect's success. A Mr. Perfect victory and Heenan will get what many have felt he's deserved for the longest time, a severe beating at the hands of someone he's wronged. To top it all off, he would also lose his manager's license and be banned from managing in the WWF for life! And there would be no "family" to help either since the ring was surrounded by lumberjacks. Not just any lumberjacks though, but Commissioner Graham's handpicked lumberjacks. The British Bulldog, Crush, The New Foundation, The Rock 'n' Roll Express, Jim Duggan, Bob Backlund, Virgil, The Conquistadors, Tito Santana, Dino Bravo, Kevin Von Erich, Chris Adams, Koko B. Ware, Nikolai Volkoff, The Bushwhackers and, of course, The Lumberjack, were all present to ensure this match had a straight-up winner. With all the lumberjacks surrounding the ring, Heenan was given just a small corner next to the ring steps to "manage" from, which he complained about incessantly before the match started.

This was yet another outstanding match between these two, just as good or better than their match last month at Roadblock. Without the threat of a potential "family" attack looming though, Perfect looked much more at ease here and the match had a better flow as a result. With a chance to finally get his hands on Heenan if he won, Perfect was going for a pin after pretty much every move in the early going, but with not so much as a two-count to show for it. Funk, of course, did what he always does and cheated at every opportunity, which ended up costing him, and Heenan by proxy, very dearly in the end. With the match basically at a stalemate in the late going, Funk went into his tights for a pair of brass knucks, the Heenan family weapon of choice so far in 1991. And while he did manage to get them out and on his hand without Referee Danny Davis noticing, he hit a little snafu. With knucks on hand and his back turned to Perfect, he readied his strike. When Perfect grabbed him to turn him around, Funk took a wild swing with the knucks. Perfect knew this was coming though since some of the lumberjacks were yelling to him from ringside, so he quickly ducked, causing Funk to knock out Davis instead. Funk still ended up clocking Perfect too though and probably would have won the match if Davis hadn't been knocked out. Davis was out though, so while he waited, Funk went for a Piledriver for good measure, figuring the added time would help Davis recover. That was probably true, but one of the lumberjacks rendered it a moot point.

It was one of the Conquistadors, who hurried into the ring and pulled Funk away from Perfect. Funk took him down with ease though, as he and Heenan shared a laugh. Heenan's laugh came to an abrupt end though, and he began yelling at Funk to turn around. Funk eventually noticed Heenan's pleas and slowly turned to come face to face with the other Conquistador.

Confused, Funk hesitated before taking a wild swing at the second masked man. The Conquistador blocked it though, and drilled Funk with a Discus Punch! The fans erupted, realizing right then and there who the second Conquistador actually was.

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The Texas Tornado! Tornado obviously hadn't forgotten what Funk did to him earlier in the year, putting him on the shelf for five months at Wrestlemania in March, so he took the opportunity to exact a little revenge. He didn't have time to celebrate though, as Referee Danny Davis was coming around, so he gave Perfect a little shake and high-tailed it out of New York. Back on his feet now, Perfect connected with a Perfect Plex for a slow three count from Davis, as lumberjacks at ringside held Heenan back from entering the ring to break up the pin. Perfect wins an outstanding match at 20:17.

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With Perfect's five minutes alone with Heenan secured, no one was surprised when "The Brain" tried to make a run for it. He didn't get far though, as the lumberjacks swarmed him and carried him back to the ring over their heads and tossed him through the ropes to a waiting Perfect. Surrounding the ring once more, the lumberjacks looked on as Mr. Perfect made good on his word, delivering a beating to Heenan the likes of which he's never had, but has long needed!

Monsoon: Vince, is it bad that I kinda feel sorry for the little guy?

McMahon: YES!

Monsoon: You're probably right!

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Monsoon: Ladies and gentlemen, just moments ago, "Mean" Gene Okerlund was supposed to conduct an interview with the Hulkster before his match later tonight with Ri....The Dragon. However, when Gene knocked on Hulk's dressing room door and announced himself there was no answer. Finding this very strange, since the Hulkster never refuses an interview, Gene called in security. Upon entering the room, security found Hulk Hogan severely beaten on the floor with his leg inside a folded steel chair. He was taken to a nearby medical facility, and it is unknown whether he'll be able to face The Dragon later tonight.

McMahon: The Dragon is a gutless coward, Gorilla! He knew Hulk would take him out, so he took the easy way out yet again!

Monsoon: It sure looks that way, Vince. Updates as soon as we get them, folks. But for now, let's go down to the Fink for our WWF World Tag Team Championship match!

WWF World Tag Team Championship

"The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase & Sid w/ I.R.S. © vs. The Legion of Doom w/ Paul Ellering

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Many would have argued that the Legion of Doom were the favorites to take the Tag Team titles after they were vacated following Wrestlemania 7. Hawk had to take some time off(go to rehab) after Wrestlemania though, and they lost their spot. With Hawk back in action, it was obvious that the champs, well DiBiase at least, were worried. After all, he did try to fake an injury to get out of this match. Turns out his worries were justified too because even though he was right that neither member of LOD was much of a match for Sid individually, he was wrong in thinking Sid could beat them single-handedly. DiBiase pretty much let Sid wrestle this one by himself, and while Sid did manage to hold his own for most of the match, he was eventually left with no choice but to tag in a reluctant DiBiase. This was the champs' downfall. After being manhandled by both Hawk and Animal for what must have seemed like an eternity, DiBiase managed to take control temporarily, hitting Animal with a low blow without Referee Shane Stevens seeing it. This brought a furious Hawk into the ring to argue with the apparently blind Stevens. With Stevens distracted by Hawk, DiBiase called for I.R.S. to hit Animal with his briefcase, the same weapon that had won DiBiase and Sid the titles in the first place. DiBiase held Animal up for Schyster, but Animal ducked the attack, causing DiBiase to be struck down instead. Seeing this, Hawk shoved Stevens aside and quickly ran across the ring, knocking Sid off the apron and into the steel barricade at ringside. I.R.S tried to interfere, but Hawk knocked him off the apron as well, allowing Animal to cover DiBiase to win the titles at 15:43.

Jake Roberts vs. Vader

After Roberts finally got a real piece of Vader on Prime Time earlier this month, relentlessly beating him with Jim Duggan's 2x4, Roberts said it was basically just the beginning. In fact, both men had promised the other that there would be major hell to pay here at Summerslam. Both men were true to their word in that regard, as this was a real slobberknocker! Roberts was out first to a tremendous ovation from the Madison Square Garden crowd. The same couldn't be said for Vader, who was booed relentlessly before the boos turned to cheers when Roberts met him halfway down the aisle and attacked. By the time they ended up in the ring and Referee Jim Korderas called for the bell, both men were worse for wear than many of the night's participants were after their matches had ended.

Worse for wear or not though, Vader is a beast of a man and he took control very quickly, repeatedly squashing or slamming Roberts into the mat or turnbuckles. Vader could have seemingly ended the match any time he wanted, but he chose to just keep up the onslaught instead. You should never give a man like Roberts any leeway though or he'll slither his way right back into the match, and he eventually did. Late in the match, Vader connected with a Chokeslam and drug Roberts into the corner and set up for a Vader Bomb. Before climbing up the turnbuckles though, Vader took the time to taunt Roberts and slap him over and over in the face. He took even more time climbing to the middle turnbuckle, taunting the crowd and yelling back down at Roberts some more. This extra wasted time bit Vader in the ass as Roberts wisely rolled towards the turnbuckles to avoid the Vader Bomb, and the ring shook violently as Vader slammed stomach first into the mat. Roberts went on the attack at this point, slapping Vader repeatedly in the back of the head to return the favor, dropping him again with a Swinging Knee Lift, and somehow managing to get him up for a Gutbuster. A Short-Arm Clothesline would follow and Roberts called for the DDT to a massive pop from the crowd. He hooked Vader's head, made the "wrap it up" gesture with his finger, and.....flew over the top rope to the arena floor, as Vader lifted him by the legs and tossed him there to prevent the move. Vader made his way out and continued his onslaught, which he finished by crushing Roberts against the steel ring post, before rolling back in just before Referee Jim Korderas' count reached 10. Vader wins a very physical contest by countout at 19:43.

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As soon as the bell rings, Vader rolls right back outside as Rick Rude joins him in attacking Roberts yet again. Rude holds Roberts up from behind while Vader delivers hard, alternating, rights and lefts to the abdomen of Roberts, before dropping him to his knees in pain with a stiff knee as a bonus. From there, Vader instructed Rude to take the ring steps apart, finishing the post-match assault with a Powerbomb on the bottom half of the steel steps! Medical personnel quickly rushed down to check on Roberts, as Vader and Rude celebrated their victory.

Hulk Hogan w/ "Rowdy" Roddy Piper vs. The Dragon

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The time had come for Hulk Hogan vs. The Dragon, and there had still been no updates on Hogan's condition. Hogan was due out first too, so when his music hit and he didn't show, the fans became restless and started booing. The loud booing continued when The Dragon's music hit and he made his way to the ring, surprisingly accompanied by Bam Bam Bigelow.

The Dragon grabbed a mic and said it's only fair, and smart, that he have someone to watch his back like Hogan does with Piper. Speaking of, the Scotsman's music hit and he hobbled to the ring, still on two crutches, to a pretty good pop. He asked Howard Finkel for a mic and announced that he just got off the phone with Hogan a little bit ago, and Hogan told him he probably wasn't going to make it back in time for the match. Piper was about to continue when The Dragon cut him off. The Dragon says he always knew Piper was stupid, but this was an all-new level of dumb. Bigelow, who had circled behind Piper by this point, attacked. The beatdown was on, as both Bigelow and the Dragon tore into Piper, with each man using one of Piper's own crutches as a weapon against him. It was a short-lived beating though, as Hogan did indeed make it back in time, limping, but limping briskly, toward the ring as the sold-out crowd went wild! It was like Willis Reed all over again! Bad leg and all, Hogan quickly cleaned house and drove The Dragon and Bigelow from the ring as the crowd continued to roar.

The situation eventually calmed down, but unfortunately for Hogan, Piper wouldn't be able to stay at ringside after all and he was helped to the back. The Dragon was loving every minute of this until Commissioner Graham made an appearance.

Graham: I'm glad you think fairness is important, Dragon. Because I THINK it's only fair, that if Hogan can't have Piper at ringside, then you can't have Bigelow! Mr. Bigelow, GET OUT AND STAY OUT!

With the pre-match "festivities" now finished, it was time for action. Even with his once again injured leg slowing him down, Hogan had little trouble over-powering The Dragon for most of this match. To his credit though, The Dragon displayed a resilience rarely seen from a man at such a size disadvantage, never staying down for long no matter what punishment Hogan had inflicted. About halfway through the match, The Dragon finally got the opportunity to execute his game plan. When Hogan whipped The Dragon into the ropes, The Dragon did a baseball slide under the bottom rope to the outside. When Hogan approached, The Dragon grabbed his leg to pull him down to the mat, and hammered his injured leg across the edge of the apron. With Hogan now writhing in agony, The Dragon drug him to the corner and slammed his leg forcefully into the steel ring post with a sickening thud. Back in the ring now, The Dragon would continue working on Hogan's leg before finally applying a Figure Four Leglock. Every time Referee Shane Stevens would ask Hogan if he wanted to quit, The Dragon would take the opportunity to grab the ring ropes for added leverage. This must've gone on for three solid minutes, and how Hogan managed to hang on that long without submitting is a mystery.

Fortunately for Hogan, Stevens eventually caught The Dragon using the ropes for leverage and threatened to disqualify him if he didn't break the hold. Frustrated, The Dragon went to the outside and brought a steel chair into the ring. When the obvious thing happened and Stevens took the chair away, The Dragon used the time Stevens had his back turned to pull some unidentified foreign object out of his tights, nail Hogan in the head with it, and stuff it back in his tights. The Dragon covered Hogan, but by the time Stevens returned, Hogan managed to kick out. This was no normal kick out though, it was a "Hulk Up" style kick out, as Hogan kicked out with such authority that The Dragon landed on his feet a couple of feet away. And you know what that means. Hogan began to violently shake his head side to side, pointing a finger at The Dragon. The Dragon approached and connected with a loud chop to the chest, which Hogan just shook off. He did the same on a second chop, a third chop, and finally a hard, right hand, before standing up and starting to stomp around the ring. He continued to shake his head and pump his fists, as The Dragon attacked once more. Hogan blocked the punch though and connected with one of his own, then a second and third, before sending The Dragon off the ropes and dropping him with a Big Boot. Hogan then cupped his ear toward the crowd, who responded with a huge cheer, before "rumping", that's running while limping, towards the ropes. As he approached The Dragon on the rebound though, his injured leg gave out, and he crumpled to the mat.

With Hogan's "Hulk Up" sequence failing, The Dragon would soon recover and lock Hogan into the Figure Four once more. Hogan still managed to hold out though, refusing to quit. As Stevens continued to ask Hogan if he wanted to submit, seemingly shocked that he didn't, The Dragon went back into his tights and pulled out the foreign object once more. Suddenly, Bam Bam Bigelow came running towards the ring, ignoring Commissioner Graham's warning to stay out, and began yelling at Stevens. Now, one of the senior officials might have ignored Bigelow, knowing that he was obviously up to no good, but Stevens is inexperienced and fell for the distraction. Stevens couldn't possibly have had his back turned for more than two seconds, when The Dragon nailed Hogan in the face with the foreign object, knocking the Hulkster out cold. The Dragon then tossed the object outside, and seeing this, Bigelow quickly gave up his argument with Stevens and made his way out of the arena. Stevens returned his attention to Hogan and The Dragon, and when he got no response when questioning the now unconscious Hogan again, he called for the bell. The Dragon wins by "submission" at 20:26.

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As the fans threw trash at a celebrating Dragon, he went back outside the ring and brought in a steel chair yet again. Stevens tried to stop him, but The Dragon threatened him with the chair and scared him off. The Dragon then closed Hogan's leg up in the steel chair and climbed up to the middle turnbuckle. He started to jump multiple times but kept hesitating. Finally, The Dragon hopped down off the middle rope and asked for a mic.

Dragon: You know what, Hogan? I'm a reasonable guy. I think you've had enough!!

The Dragon drops the mic and exits the ring, as the medical staff makes yet another trip to the ring, their third of the night.

Shawn Michaels & Brian Pillman vs. Marty Jannetty & Tom Zenk

Our fourth and final tag team match of the night was our penultimate bout, as Marty Jannetty finally got his chance to get his hands on former partner Shawn Michaels in an actual match. It would have to wait a while though, since Pillman started the match with his former partner Tom Zenk. There wasn't much bad blood there though, so we just got some standard back and forth action to start. Pillman eventually took a firm advantage though, and he and Michaels began working the leg of Zenk. By the midway point of the match, Zenk could hardly stand and it was looking less and less likely that he'd be able to hold out for long enough to give Jannetty a shot at Michaels. As the match length closed in on double digits though, Zenk finally made his move. As Zenk was pulling himself up by the ropes, trying to stand, Micheals came over and grabbed him by his injured leg, pulling him towards the center of the ring. As Zenk tried to balance himself, hopping on his one good foot, Michaels began taunting him. After slapping Zenk in the face, Michaels turned to Pillman to laugh, but when he turned back Zenk pushed off his good foot and connected with an Enziguri to the back of Michaels' head. With Michaels down now, Zenk drug himself to his corner and tagged in Jannetty, who got to Michaels just before he could tag Pillman back in. That's when months of pent-up frustration exploded to the surface, and Jannetty unleashed hell on Michaels. By the time Jannetty was pulled away by Referee Danny Davis a few minutes later, Michaels was a bloody mess, but his team had picked up the win by disqualification at 11:40.

WWF World Heavyweight Championship

"Macho King" Randy Savage w/ The Kingdom © vs. Bret "Hitman" Hart w/ The New Foundation

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The fans had been treated to a highly entertaining show up to this point, with some truly outstanding moments and matches. None of those moments or matches could hold a candle to this one though. If you could only use one word to describe this match, it would have to be "unbelievable!"

Bret Hart set out on a journey the night of Wrestlemania 7, to live out his dream of becoming the World Wrestling Federation Heavyweight Champion. At the time, not a single soul doubted his ability to eventually reach that goal. Surely though, no one would have expected he'd get this far so quickly. Just five short months later and his first shot at singles gold was indeed for the WWF World Heavyweight Championship. And even though his family was at his side, it was going to be an uphill climb to knock Savage off his throne, especially with Rick Rude, Vader, and Sherri in his corner. Vader and Rude would make their presence felt very early in this one too, but not by attacking Bret Hart. Instead, they mauled both Owen and Neidhart at ringside almost the instant Savage and Bret locked up, and by the time they were through, Owen Hart had to be taken out on a stretcher and Neidhart had to be helped to the back by a gaggle of WWF officials. So much for Bret Hart having someone to watch his back!

Now, Bret Hart gets tons of credit, and deservedly so, for his technical wrestling ability. "Macho King" Randy Savage gets tons of credit, deservedly so, for his unpredictable, but effective, brawling style. What neither gets nearly enough credit for though, are their all-around abilities. So no one should have been surprised when Bret Hart tried to take the match to the mats in the early going, and Savage happily obliged as they chain-wrestled to a stalemate. No one should have been shocked when Savage turned the match in the direction of a straight-up brawl at the mid-point, and Hart happily obliged, fighting Savage to yet another stalemate. But with Rude and Vader now realizing just how much of a threat Hart was, they just had to stick their noses in. After connecting with an Inverted Atomic Drop and a Clothesline, Hart backed into the corner and climbed onto Bret's ro... uh, the middle turnbuckle. As he was measuring Savage up for his patented Axe Handle Elbow Drop, Sherri climbed onto the apron to distract Referee Earl Hebner. This allowed Rick Rude to knock Hart off the ropes, and the Hitman tumbled onto the apron and out to the floor. As Rude joined in on distracting Hebner, Vader went on the attack and floored a recovering Hart with a vicious clothesline. With Hart back down, Vader flattened him with a huge splash, rolling his limp body back into the ring once he was finished. Hebner of course turned his attention back just in time to see nothing, well nothing except a formerly downed Savage now in control and climbing to the top rope. Savage flew into the air and connected with his Flying Elbow Drop to retai...nope, Bret Hart kicked out!

Savage was absolutely stunned! And why wouldn't he be? Hart had just been knocked off the middle rope to the arena floor, mauled by Vader and hit with a huge splash at ringside, and been nailed by Savage's finisher, and it still wasn't enough. Savage got into a heated argument with Hebner at this point, accusing the referee of a "very" slow count and shoving him hard into the turnbuckle. It was almost like Savage wanted to be disqualified, but Hebner wouldn't concede, simply shoving back at Savage in return. Savage would then make his way back to the top for a second Flying Elbow Drop, but Hart rolled out of the way this time and Savage crashed spectacularly to the canvas. Hart quickly got back to his feet and began working on Savage's left leg. After a few minutes of this and satisfied with the damage he'd done, Hart went for the Sharpshooter. Savage blocked though and managed to pull Hart into a small package for a near fall. Undeterred, Hart quickly went for the Sharpshooter again and was able to lock it in on the second try. He didn't quite have it cinched though and Savage quickly pulled himself to the bottom rope, just barely getting a finger locked around it. Hebner informed Hart that Savage was in the ropes, but Hart refused to release the hold initially, keeping it on for at least 10 more seconds before breaking. Hebner began to yell at Hart, threatening to disqualify him. Unfortunately for Hart, he'd already "dug his own grave." While Hebner was scolding Hart, Sherri had tossed Savage his scepter. Luckily for Hart, Hebner quickly noticed this and wrestled it away from Savage. Unluckily for Hart, Hebner didn't see Rick Rude slide into the ring, attack Hart from behind, and hit him with a Rude Awakening. With the damage done, Savage climbed to the top and connected with a second Flying Elbow Drop. Checkmate! Savage makes defense number 3 of his WWF World Heavyweight Championship in 21:04.

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As "Pomp and Circumstance" blared through the arena, Vader and Rude triumphantly lifted Savage onto their shoulders, parading him around the ring to a chorus of boos. Those boos suddenly turned to cheers though, when "Pomp and Circumstance" stopped and...

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"Also Sprach Zarathustra" began! That could mean only one thing. </details>

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Ric Flair!!!

Monsoon: It's "The Nature Boy"!

McMahon: I don't believe this, Gorilla!

Monsoon: Ric Flair is here in the World Wrestling Federation!

As "The Nature Boy" made his way towards the ring, Vader and Rude put Savage down and went out onto the apron, with one man standing on each side of the ring steps to form a shield in front of Savage. Savage then climbed to the middle turnbuckle, pointing an accusing finger at Flair. Seeing Savage's "knights" in his path, Flair stopped. His expression of fear turned to a sly smile though, as he turned and gestured towards the curtain for someone else to join him. </details>

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It was Savage's former girlfriend/valet, Elizabeth!!

Savage's anger suddenly turned to confusion as Elizabeth joined Flair on the aisle and the two locked arms. Rude and Vader started towards the pair, but Savage quickly yelled for them to stop as Summerslam 1991 came to a close!

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Show Rating:

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Post-show notes:

- This is now my best show grade of the save, surpassing the 96 of Wrestlemania 7 by one point.

- The Randy Savage vs. Bret Hart 99 rated main event is now my highest match grade of the save, beating the record 98 that was set by Jake Roberts vs. Vader earlier in the show, which broke the record of 97 that was previously held by Bret Hart vs. Mr. Perfect from SNME: Mayhem. So, surprise, surprise, Bret Hart has been involved in 2 of my 3 best matches.

- I used my first ever "Psycho Sermon" before the show and it worked fairly well, with Randy Savage, Bret Hart, Jake Roberts, Vader, Ted DiBiase, Hulk Hogan, and The Dragon getting match bonuses because of the added motivation.

- Texas Tornado wasn't "reformed" of any of his habits after returning from rehab, but his Drinking habit percentage dropped from 15% to 0, his Soft Drug Use dropped from 45% to 22%, his Hard Drug Use dropped from 40% to 20%, his Pain Killer Abuse dropped from 36% to 18% and his Law Problems dropped from 16% to 10%.

- Ric Flair's "Nature Boy" gimmick got an initial rating of Great.

- Hopefully, someone got the Willis Reed reference.

- I tried to find a better pic of the Conquistadors so it wouldn't be obvious that the one I used couldn't possibly be Von Erich, but I couldn't find one.

- The Undertaker and The Ultimate Warrior just didn't seem to click and it made their match awkward. Which majorly sucks since I've had them feuding since Wrestlemania and I'm not quite done yet. I mean the feud will still serve its purpose either way since they're never gonna be the main event, but still.

- Jake Roberts and Vader had pretty good chemistry and if lifted their match. I'd say so! I never would have dreamed those two would pull a 98 match grade here.

- Due to time constraints, I had to push one match back to the pre-show. It was down to Crush vs. Smash or the Free Agent Battle Royal. I picked the Battle Royal since it was obviously not gonna score well anyway and I just thought it made more sense to cut. This shouldn't have been an issue, but I accidentally had all the show lengths set on 3 hours instead of 4 like I meant to. For this same reason, you'll also notice a few spots where there seemed to have been an angle but I didn't post a grade. Like after the Crush vs. Smash match for example.

- Horrible performance for Kamala in the "Davids vs. Goliaths" 6-man tag.

- Check out that match performance grade for The Barbarian in the next section!

Top 10 in-ring performances of the night:
Randy Savage - 98
Jake Roberts - 96
Bret Hart - 95
Hulk Hogan - 94
The Million Dollar Man - 94
Vader - 93
Terry Funk - 93
The Dragon - 92
The Barbarian - 92
The Big Boss Man - 92

The Next Day:

- Summerslam is now rated as a Legendary Event.

- I bought out Steve Keirn's Professional Wrestling Federation(PWF) for $64,004, pillaging Keirn himself and Jimmy Backlund(Jimmy Del Ray of the Heavenly Bodies) in the process. I did this because I'd been wanting to sign Keirn to a written contract, but he wouldn't go for it since he owned the PWF. Problem solved!

- I also bought out Sunny Beach's All-Star Championship Wrestling for a song at $1802. And no I didn't miss a 0. I pillaged Mr. Perfect's dad, Larry Hennig, and Mike Enos in the process.

- Hercules thinks Timothy Well is turning into a good worker and is worth getting behind.

- Brian Pillman thinks The Lumberjack should learn how to sell and isn't worth pushing until he does.

- Shawn Michaels thinks the Berzerker sells like crap and demands I cut him and hire someone else.

- The Ultimate Warrior thinks Doug Furnas is a waste of time since he doesn't connect with the fans.

August 6, 2021

<div style="text-align:center;">WWF TV for Week 4, August 1991</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="53223" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">Backstage before the show: - Nothing to report. <img alt="MgxdScW.png" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MgxdScW.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Monday, August 19th, 1991 Harry A. Gampel Pavilion in Storrs, Connecticut 10,167 in attendance - SOLD OUT! Announcers: Gorilla Monsoon and Bobby "The Brain" Heenan TV Rating: 6.66 <hr> <img alt="EEITnCX.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/EEITnCX.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="m42sSZt.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/m42sSZt.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="rn73XZ4.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rn73XZ4.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="6c5ITBO.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/6c5ITBO.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> We open our final episode of Prime Time before Summerslam, with "Mean" Gene Okerlund interviewing The Dragon, who has a few final thoughts on his match with Hulk Hogan. The Dragon: So you're gonna 'slay' The Dragon this Sunday at Summerslam, huh? Well, Hulk Hogan, you of all people should know by now, after what I've done to you, AND your little friend Roddy Piper, AND that chump Brian Costello, that this isn't a fairy tale! This isn't make-believe. There's no knight in shining armor just over the horizon! Because the age of heroes is dead, Hulk Hogan, but the age of The Dragon, has just begun!! <img alt="upMPqs8.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/upMPqs8.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <hr> <img alt="oGGK4r0.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/oGGK4r0.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="WoC2PxX.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/WoC2PxX.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="xblkqeI.png" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/xblkqeI.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="3AMPKrD.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/3AMPKrD.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="AbDMtZG.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/AbDMtZG.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The Rock 'n' Roll Express defeated Bob Bradley and Barry Hardy in 6:03 when Gibson defeated Bradley by submission with a Gibson Leglock. <img alt="Exa3y6U.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Exa3y6U.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <hr> <img alt="cUdFYH7.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/cUdFYH7.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="0YsDiyO.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/0YsDiyO.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="YzftxzZ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YzftxzZ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="yJ54Ll3.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/yJ54Ll3.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="ABfmL4J.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ABfmL4J.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Next, the WWF World Tag Team Champions, Ted DiBiase and Sid, joined by I.R.S., are guests on The Funeral Parlor with Paul Bearer and The Undertaker. DiBiase is still complaining about a supposed "back injury" but reiterates that he isn't worried about their match with The Legion of Doom at Summerslam since "Big Sid" could easily handle them alone. This draws out Hawk and Animal, along with their manager Paul Ellering, to confront the champs. <img alt="D6Tq7WK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/D6Tq7WK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="kz6sUWY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/kz6sUWY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="3HPN0t1.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/3HPN0t1.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> This immediately backfires when Undertaker attacks and Hawk and Animal find themselves on the wrong end of a 4 on 2 assault. Ellering tries to help, but Bearer takes him out from behind with the urn. The situation is looking dire, when suddenly... <img alt="LrRaKZ7.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/LrRaKZ7.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> the Ultimate Warrior bursts onto the scene. His sudden burst of ridiculous energy turns the tides in a hurry and he and the Legion of Doom clean house. As Warrior surveys the carnage, he decides it isn't enough and proceeds to destroy the entire Funeral Parlor set to a massive pop. <img alt="upMPqs8.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/upMPqs8.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <hr> <img alt="5sPZVNC.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5sPZVNC.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="l2hjyvD.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/l2hjyvD.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" />w/<img alt="x6U7M5r.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/x6U7M5r.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="xblkqeI.png" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/xblkqeI.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="dYoGYOl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/dYoGYOl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="wIKfVTh.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wIKfVTh.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The Natural Disasters defeated Nikolai Volkoff and Virgil in 6:37 when Earthquake defeated Volkoff with an Earthquake Splash. <img alt="LwdE2fH.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/LwdE2fH.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <hr> <img alt="UEr9TJE.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/UEr9TJE.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="WikFKEQ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/WikFKEQ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="6uWqSI4.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/6uWqSI4.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="uiRsVG0.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uiRsVG0.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Gorilla Monsoon and Bobby Heenan send us to a video of Jake Roberts' final comments about his match with Vader at Summerslam. Roberts: You know, I saw what you did to Bret Hart and The New Foundation last week, Vader. I saw every single moment of the carnage. But I plan to give all new meaning to the word carnage this Sunday in Madison Square Garden! You see, they say a man who seeks revenge should dig two graves. But I think I'll dig three, Vader. One for you. One for me. And one just in case anyone's FOOLISH ENOUGH to get in my way! After the Roberts promo concludes, Gorilla Monsoon and Bobby Heenan announce that Ted DiBiase and Sid will team up with The Undertaker to face the Legion of Doom and The Ultimate Warrior in tonight's main event. <img alt="0YsDiyO.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/0YsDiyO.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="YzftxzZ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YzftxzZ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="yJ54Ll3.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/yJ54Ll3.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="LrRaKZ7.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/LrRaKZ7.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="D6Tq7WK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/D6Tq7WK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="kz6sUWY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/kz6sUWY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="upMPqs8.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/upMPqs8.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <hr> <img alt="Zvn19t1.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Zvn19t1.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" />w/<img alt="3oWsOwL.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/3oWsOwL.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="xblkqeI.png" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/xblkqeI.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="wqpqu3B.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wqpqu3B.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Larry Zbyszko defeated Jim Powers in 6:08 by submission with a LarryLand Dreamer. Once again, Madusa attacks Zbyszko's opponent after a match, this time putting Powers in an Indian Death Lock. <img alt="rlqvEuI.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rlqvEuI.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <hr> <img alt="QvZ2FVS.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/QvZ2FVS.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="3qzcoj1.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/3qzcoj1.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="WikFKEQ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/WikFKEQ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Now we hear from Mr. Perfect on his Summerslam match with Terry Funk and his potential chance to get his hands on Bobby Heenan. Mr. Perfect: Things really couldn't have worked out more perfectly, Bobby, you know that? And yes, pun intended! But I bet you think this is all just a big coincidence, don't you? That this perfect opportunity, to seize everything that I want in one fell swoop at Summerslam, just came about by luck? Well, you should know better than anyone, Bobby, that I don't need luck. Ohhhhh, but you do. You need all the luck you can possibly get and then some, Bobby. Because short of that, or barring some other miracle, I'm taking everything you got at Summerslam. I'm taking your dignity. I'm taking your livelihood when I take your WWF Manager's License. Hell, I might even take the clothes right off your back. But the one thing I'm definitely taking, WHEN I win at Summerslam, is your manhood! <img alt="upMPqs8.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/upMPqs8.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <hr> <img alt="1V7ybVk.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/1V7ybVk.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="xblkqeI.png" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/xblkqeI.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="PoQgUmh.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/PoQgUmh.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" />w/<img alt="x6U7M5r.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/x6U7M5r.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> In a decent match, The Mountie defeated Chris Adams in 9:25 by submission with a Quebec Crab. <img alt="u4tSQ2v.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/u4tSQ2v.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <hr> For our last promos of the night, WWF Champion Randy Savage, and his challenger for Summerslam, Bret Hart, share their final thoughts on the match. <img alt="hx5l4Zu.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/hx5l4Zu.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Hfr9JPp.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Hfr9JPp.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="D6jDtTj.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/D6jDtTj.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Hart: I was hoping it wouldn't come to this, Savage. That we could keep things civil until we met one on one at Summerslam. But you weren't gonna let that happen, were you? You just couldn't resist sending your little henchmen after me last week before the show. And then when the time came to step in the ring, there were your henchmen again, and next thing I know, I'm looking up at the lights thanks to Rude and your scepter. Well, I don't have any henchmen, Savage. I don't have any goons to do my bidding. What I do have though is a family. A family that's always got my back no matter what I'm up against. So bring 'em all with you at Summerslam. Bring Rude, Vader, Sherri, whoever else you want. Because family trumps henchmen every time. And that's who I'll have in my corner! <img alt="y9U6V8V.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/y9U6V8V.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="uiRsVG0.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uiRsVG0.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="I7JWHGW.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/I7JWHGW.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="2CI5XZj.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/2CI5XZj.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Savage: OOOOOH YEEEAHHH, Bret Hart. I know we'd been playin' fair up until last week, but I just had to do it, yeah. I HAD, to take the opportunity to soften you up for Summerslam. It's nothin' personal though, oh no. I'd do it to anyone, yeah, and since you're not as special as you seem to think, that includes you, yeah. Buuuuut, you're gonna have to do a lot better, than that pissant brother of yours, and your washed-up brother-in-law, if you wanna hang with The Kingdom, yeah. I PROVED MY SUPERIORITY OVER YOU LAST WEEK, BRET. And my Kingdom proved its superiority over your family, yeah. And at Summerslam, we're gonna do it again. YOU'VE GOT NO SHOT, BRET HART! At Summerslam, the King, WILL REIGN SUPREME! DIG IT?!! <img alt="BdJgdMV.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/BdJgdMV.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <hr> <img alt="0YsDiyO.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/0YsDiyO.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="YzftxzZ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YzftxzZ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="yJ54Ll3.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/yJ54Ll3.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" />w/<img alt="cUdFYH7.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/cUdFYH7.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" />&<img alt="ABfmL4J.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ABfmL4J.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="xblkqeI.png" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/xblkqeI.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="LrRaKZ7.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/LrRaKZ7.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="D6Tq7WK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/D6Tq7WK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="kz6sUWY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/kz6sUWY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" />w/<img alt="3HPN0t1.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/3HPN0t1.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> In an exceptional match, The Ultimate Warrior and The Legion of Doom defeated The Undertaker, The Million Dollar Man, and Sid in 20:25 when Hawk defeated The Million Dollar Man by pinfall with a Flying Clothesline. <img alt="WA0kRGE.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/WA0kRGE.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <hr> After the match, a one-on-one battle between The Undertaker and The Ultimate Warrior ensued, with Warrior getting the upper hand with a couple Flying Shoulder Blocks and a Warrior Splash. But as he celebrated what he thought was a small victory, The Undertaker sat up, seemingly unphased by the Warrior's attacks. After a brief moment of confusion on the part of the Warrior, the battle resumed. Once again though, it was all Ultimate Warrior, and he ended another flurry of big moves by Clotheslining the Undertaker over the top rope and to the outside. The Undertaker landed on his feet though, as easy as a man rolling out of bed in the morning. But the Warrior decides not to continue the attack, climbing onto the middle turnbuckle instead and glaring down at The Undertaker while an excited Monsoon pleads with fans to not miss Summerslam. <img alt="BdJgdMV.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/BdJgdMV.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <hr> Show Rating: <img alt="7hfOrrv.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/7hfOrrv.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <hr> Post-show notes: - The Mountie and Chris Adams just don't click as opponents - Jim Powers will miss some time to a leg injury. Top 5 in-ring performances of the night: Ted DiBiase - 93 The Ultimate Warrior - 91 The Undertaker - 90 Sid / Larry Zbyszko - 84 Earthquake - 81 The Next Day: - Nothing to report. <img alt="9M5qIA5.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/9M5qIA5.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="53223" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">Backstage before the show: - Nothing to report. <img alt="iPRm8Rr.png" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/iPRm8Rr.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Wednesday, August 21st, 1991 Burt Kahn Court in Camden, Connecticut 2,000 in attendance - SOLD OUT! Announcers: Vince McMahon and Bobby "The Brain" Heenan TV Rating: 0.45 <hr> Angle: Vince McMahon and Bobby Heenan recap Prime Time Wrestling. Rating: 100 Buddy Rose defeated Duane Gill in 5:15 by pinfall with a Las Vegas Jackpot. Rating: 59 Angle: Crush gets his wish as Crush vs. Smash is announced for Summerslam. Rating: 82 The British Bulldog defeated Tony Atlas in 7:53 by pinfall with a Running Powerslam. Rating: 68 Angle: Marty Jannetty is with Tom Zenk and he cuts a promo for Summerslam. "You know, everyone keeps telling me that me and Tommy are the underdogs in this match. But I know you like the back of my hand, Shawn Michaels. I know every single move you're gonna make in that ring. And you may not have known this, Shawn, but 'The Z Man' here used to be Brian Pillman's partner, so he knows Brian like the back of his hand too. Bottom line, the way I see it, Shawn, this all adds up, to you two being the underdogs!" Rating: 100 Marty Jannetty and Tom Zenk defeated Simon Kenney and Glen Osbourne in 6:03 when Zenk defeated Kenney by pinfall with a Flying Crossbody. Rating: 66 <hr> WWF World Television Championship <img alt="VUTmktJ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VUTmktJ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> "Nature Boy" Buddy Landel © vs. Tracy Smothers w/ Steve Armstrong <img alt="bUIbt2t.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/bUIbt2t.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="xblkqeI.png" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/xblkqeI.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="FyWEZ4y.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/FyWEZ4y.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" />w/<img alt="MHMbJCr.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MHMbJCr.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> In a bout that had decent wrestling but didn't have much heat, Buddy Landel defeated Tracy Smothers in 10:09 by submission with a Figure Four Leglock. Buddy Landel makes defense number 1 of his WWF World Television title. Rating: 67 <hr> Show Rating: 78 <hr> Post-show notes: - Nothing to report. Top 5 in-ring performances of the night: Marty Jannetty - 73 The British Bulldog - 69 Buddy Landel - 66 Tom Zenk - 53 Tony Atlas - 53 The Next Day: - The British Bulldog and Shawn Michaels both think I need to cut ties with Tony Atlas since he can't sell "worth a damn". - The Ultimate Warrior says Tom Zenk doesn't connect with the fans and should be let go. - The Undertaker thinks Tracy Smothers is pretty good in the ring and that I should push him. </div></div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="9M5qIA5.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/9M5qIA5.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="53223" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">Backstage before the show: - Animal and Smash have really bonded backstage, having discovered a shared love of mime. <img alt="uWBcsXQ.png" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/uWBcsXQ.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Friday, August 23rd, 1991 Aleppo Shrine Auditorium in Wilmington, Massachusetts 2,650 in attendance - SOLD OUT! Announcers: Vince McMahon and Bobby "The Brain" Heenan TV Rating: 0.42 <hr> Greg Valentine defeated B. Brian Blair in 7:12 by submission with a Figure Four Leglock. Rating: 68 Angle: Commissioner Graham announces a Free Agent Battle Royal for Summerslam, with the winner getting a WWF contract. Rating: 96 Dave Finlay defeated Bushwhacker Butch in 5:40 by pinfall with a Jumping Piledriver. Rating: 60 Angle: Slick announces he's signed his clients, Hercules, The Warlord, and Kamala to face Al Snow & The New Foundation at Summerslam. "We're gonna finish the fight you punks started!" Rating: 89 The Berzerker defeated The Lumberjack in 9:45 by pinfall with a Powerslam. Rating: 72 Angle: Final Summerslam Preview in the Event Center with "Mean" Gene Okerlund. Rating: 95 In a decent match, Jim Duggan defeated The Genius in 10:03 when The Genius was disqualified when Dave Taylor ran in and attacked Jim Duggan. Rating: 76 <hr> Show Rating: 82 <hr> Post-show notes: - The Berzerker and The Lumberjack have pretty good chemistry. Top 5 in-ring performances of the night: Jim Duggan - 78 Greg Valentine - 71 The Lumberjack - 67 The Berzerker - 63 The Genius - 61 The Next Day: - Nothing to report.</div> <div style="text-align:center;">WWF Summerslam 1991 Predictions Card: <img alt="QQWetNu.png" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/QQWetNu.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> <div style="text-align:center;">Sunday, August 25th, 1991 From Madison Square Garden in New York, New York</div> <hr> <div style="text-align:center;">WWF World Heavyweight Championship "Macho King" Randy Savage w/ The Kingdom © vs. Bret "Hitman" Hart w/ The New Foundation Comments: Grudge Match Hulk Hogan w/ "Rowdy" Roddy Piper vs. The Dragon Comments: WWF Intercontinental Championship - Falls Count Anywhere "The Russian Nightmare" Nikita Koloff © vs. The Big Boss Man Comments: WWF World Tag Team Championship "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase and Sid w/ I.R.S. © vs. The Legion of Doom w/ Paul Ellering Comments: Grudge Match The Undertaker w/ Paul Bearer vs. The Ultimate Warrior Comments: Grudge Match Jake Roberts vs. Vader Comments: Lumberjack Match Mr. Perfect vs. Terry Funk w/ Bobby Heenan **If Mr. Perfect wins he'll get 5 minutes alone with Bobby Heenan and Heenan will be stripped of his WWF Managerial License for life.** Comments: Grudge Match Shawn Michaels and Brian Pillman vs. Marty Jannetty and Tom Zenk Comments: Davids vs. Goliaths - 6-Man Tag Team Match The New Foundation and Al Snow vs. The Warlord, Kamala, and Hercules Comments: Grudge Match Crush vs. Smash w/ Mr. Fuji Comments: Newcomer's Challenge "Dr. Death" Steve Williams and Terry Gordy vs. Haku & The Barbarian w/ Bobby Heenan Comments: Free Agent Battle Royal 2 Cold Scorpio, Bob Armstrong, Booker Huffman, Bull Nakano, The Canadian Giant, Carl Ouellet, Charles Wright, Dean Malenko, Diamond Dallas Page, Headshrinker 1, Headshrinker 2, George Hines, Gran Mendoza, Johnny Ace, Kip James, Kurrgan, Mabel, Norman Smiley, Sabu, Tony Norris **Winner gets a WWF Contract** Comments: Bonus Question Match of the night? Answer: Condensed predictions card for those with no comments: "Macho King" Randy Savage w/ The Kingdom © vs. Bret "Hitman" Hart w/ The New Foundation Hulk Hogan w/ "Rowdy" Roddy Piper vs. The Dragon "The Russian Nightmare" Nikita Koloff © vs. The Big Boss Man "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase and Sid w/ I.R.S. © vs. The Legion of Doom w/ Paul Ellering The Undertaker w/ Paul Bearer vs. The Ultimate Warrior Jake Roberts vs. Vader Mr. Perfect vs. Terry Funk w/ Bobby Heenan Shawn Michaels and Brian Pillman vs. Marty Jannetty and Tom Zenk The New Foundation and Al Snow vs. The Warlord, Kamala, and Hercules Crush vs. Smash w/ Mr. Fuji "Dr. Death" Steve Williams and Terry Gordy vs. Haku & The Barbarian w/ Bobby Heenan See above for participants: Free Agent Battle Royal Winner? Match of the night? </div></div></blockquote>

August 6, 2021

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="Blodyxe" data-cite="Blodyxe" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="53223" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Hmm, maybe Douglas could avoid being a teacher now <img alt=":p" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/tongue.png.ceb643b2956793497cef30b0e944be28.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div></blockquote> I haven't decided what I'll do with him in the long run yet, but I am 100% sure he won't be getting the "Dean" Douglas gimmick.

August 5, 2021

WWF TV for Week 3, August 1991

Backstage before the show:

- The Berzerker and Brian Knobbs had a "simmering tension" with each other, so I did some positive meddling and it removed the negative relationship.

Monday, August 12th, 1991

Brendan Bryne Arena in East Rutherford, New Jersey

20,049 in attendance - SOLD OUT!

Announcers: Gorilla Monsoon and Bobby "The Brain" Heenan

TV Rating: 6.90

<hr>

Gorilla Monsoon and Bobby Heenan open the show by sending us to video footage of the Kingdom attacking Bret Hart backstage earlier in the day. The New Foundation would join in though to even the odds, and security eventually broke up the melee. Monsoon then announces that Commissioner Graham has made a 6-man tag, The Kingdom vs. Bret Hart & The New Foundation, for tonight's main event.

<hr>

In an extremely short match, Bob Backlund defeated Brooklyn Brawler in 2:22 by submission with a Crossface Chickenwing.

<hr>

"The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase and Sid accept their fate, "Well, it looks like we have no choice, big man. Despite my back injury, we're gonna have to put the titles on the line at Summerslam, against the Legion of Doom. But, and you'll probably never hear me say this again, I was wrong. That's right, wrong! I shouldn't have been trying to take the night off at Summerslam. I should've just sucked it up, injury and all, and signed my name on that dotted line next to yours, Sid. Why? Because Hawk and Animal may be no match for my brains, but they're also no match for your brawn. You won't even need me in this match. You could take out both of those guys and that big mouth manager of theirs, Paul Ellering, single-handedly. Actually, come to think of it, I may just make your life a little easier Sid, and buy Paul Ellering for myself. Have him strategize for me. And I definitely could do that if I wanted to, because everybody's got a price for the Million Dollar Man, and everybody's gonna pay! And at Summerslam, that includes you Legion of Doom! HA HA HA HA HA HA HA!!"

<hr>

The Can-Am Express defeated The Rebels in 8:08 when Phil LaFon defeated Tracy Smothers by pinfall with a Tiger Driver.

<hr>

The Ultimate Warrior has some words for The Undertaker and Paul Bearer. "You say the time of my demise will soon be at hand Paul Bearer, but I do not fear death. I DO NOT FEAR WHAT IS TO COME, IN THE NEXT PLANE OF EXISTENCE! Because fear is a liar Paul Bearer. BECAUSE FEAR IS THE AIR THAT COWARDS BREATHE! FEAR, IS THE FIRST TASTE OF DEFEAT!! But the Ultimate Warrior does not taste fear. BECAUSE THE ULTIMATE WARRIOR, ONLY FEASTS, ON THE FRUIT OF VICTORY!!!! AND THERE WILL INDEED BE A GREAT FEAST, AT SUMMMERSLAAAAAMMM!!!"

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In a decent match, Dave Taylor defeated Nikolai Volkoff in 5:59 by pinfall with a Bridging Fallaway Slam.

<hr>

Commissioner Graham announces the WWF Intercontinental Championship match at Summerslam will be a Falls Count Anywhere match since Big Boss Man and Nikita Koloff can't seem to keep their fights in the arena anyway. He also announces that both men have been barred from any arena where a WWF show is being held until Summerslam.

<hr>

As Commissioner Graham is heading towards the back after his announcement, Bobby Heenan confronts him about his decision making to give Perfect five minutes with him if he beats Funk at Summerslam.

Heenan is ranting and raving like a madman and Graham suggests Heenan stop running his mouth before he makes things worse. When Heenan doesn't do that, Graham says he's had it with Heenan and that was the final straw. If Mr. Perfect wins at Summerslam, not only will he get 5 minutes alone with Heenan, guaranteed by Graham's handpicked lumberjacks, but Heenan would also be stripped of his manager's license and banned from managing in the WWF! For life!

<hr>

Mr. Perfect taunted Bobby Heenan on his way to the ring where he defeated Kato with a Perfect Plex in 7:21.

<hr>

Next up, Gorilla Monsoon and Bobby Heenan interview a still on crutches, Hulk Hogan, live via satellite, about his upcoming match with The Dragon at Summerslam.

Monsoon: Gorilla Monsoon and Bobby Heenan here, Hulkster, thank you for joining us!

Hogan: It's great to be speaking with you, Gorilla.

Heenan: What about me, Hogan? Isn't it great to be speaking with me?

Hogan: Not Really.

Monsoon: Okay, gentlemen, if I can be serious for a minute. Hulk Hogan, are you going to be 100% going into Summerslam?

Hogan: That's what the Doctors tell me, Gorilla. But 100% or not, I'll be in Madison Square Garden on August 28th, and "The Dragon" will be spitting nothing but hot air when I'm through with him!

Monsoon: Indeed, Hulkster. Now, I'm assuming so, but did you see what The Dragon did to Roddy Piper a few weeks ago, and to poor Brian Costello last week?

Hogan: I did, Gorilla, and it really turns my stomach. I've already spoken to Brian Costello and his family and offered them my deepest apologies and offered to pay his medical bills.

Monsoon: And what about Roddy Piper, Hulkster? Will he be in your corner at Summerslam?

Hogan: He will, Gorilla, and although the two of us haven't always seen eye to eye, we're in complete agreement, that Ricky Ste.."The Dragon" must be stopped!

Monsoon: And finally, Hulkster, we want to allow you the opportunity to speak directly to The Dragon, who I'm sure is watching.

Hogan: I'm gonna do all my talking in the ring, Gorilla, but I do have one thing to say to "The Dragon" right now. WHATCHA GONNA DO, DRAGON, WHEN HULKAMANIA, AND THE LARGEST ARMS IN THE WORLD, SLAY YOOOUUUUU?!!!!

Monsoon: Thank you, Hulkster!

Heenan: Yeah, thanks for nothing!

MONSOON: WILL YOU STOP?!!

<hr>

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In a bout that had superb wrestling and great heat, The Kingdom (Randy Savage, Rick Rude, and Vader) defeated Bret Hart and The New Foundation in 15:43 when Randy Savage defeated Bret Hart by pinfall with a Flying Elbow Drop after Rude hit Hart with Savage's scepter.

<hr>
After the Kingdom's victory, Vader hits a Chokeslam and Vader Bomb on all three Hart family members. He then grabs a mic and accepts Jake Roberts' challenge for a match at Summerslam.

Vader: AT SUMMERSLAM, JAKE ROBERTS, YOU'RE GONNA LEARN, THAT NOT ONLY DO I FEAR NO MAN, OR FEEL NO PAIN, BUT I ALSO TAKE...NO...PRISONERS!!

<hr>
Show Rating:

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Post-show notes:

- Rick Rude suffered a Bicep Contusion.

Top 5 in-ring performances of the night:
Randy Savage - 98
Bret Hart - 96
Rick Rude - 93
Mr. Perfect - 92
Vader - 84

The Next Day:

- It will take Rick Rude four or five days to work through his bruised Bicep.

- The Ultimate Warrior must not pay his taxes, since he says I.R.S. doesn't connect with the fans and is a waste of time.

Backstage before the show:

- Terry Gordy turned up so high on soft drugs that he had to be sent home as he was in no condition to work. I fined him and his behavior improved. He was very happy with my decision.

Wednesday, August 14th, 1991

Joplin Memorial Hall in Joplin, Missouri

3,018 in attendance - SOLD OUT!

Announcers: Vince McMahon and Bobby "The Brain" Heenan

TV Rating: 0.45

<hr>
Angle: Prime Time Wrestling Recap with McMahon and Heenan.
Rating: 100

Honky Tonk Man defeated Hector Guerrero in 7:10 by pinfall with a Shake, Rattle and Roll.
Rating: 65

Angle: Crush says he'll gladly give Buddy Landel a rematch and he'll prove that the last time was no fluke.
Rating: 77

In a decent match, Shawn Michaels defeated B. Brian Blair in 7:38 by pinfall with a Sweet Chin Music.
Rating: 79

Angle: Shawn Michaels and Brian Pillman accept the challenge to face Marty Jannetty and his new partner Tom Zenk at Summerslam, "Tom Zenk, huh? HA! That's the best you could come up with, Marty? This is gonna be even easier than I thought!"
Rating: 100

<hr>
WWF World Television Championship

Crush w/ Smash © vs. "Nature Boy" Buddy Landel

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In a decent match, Buddy Landel defeated Crush in 11:13 by pinfall with a Corkscrew Elbow Drop following interference from Smash! Buddy Landel wins the WWF World Television title for a record third time, breaking a tie with Bob Backlund.
Rating: 69

<hr>
Show Rating: 81

<hr>
Post-show notes:

- Crush's face turn went down "pretty well".

Top 5 in-ring performances of the night:
Shawn Michaels - 83
Buddy Landel - 65
Honky Tonk Man - 63
B. Brian Blair - 58
Crush - 57

The Next Day:

- Brian Pillman doesn't think B. Brian Blair connects with the fans and that I should write him off.

Backstage before the show:

- Bobby Heenan brightened the backstage area simply by being so cheerful and fun to be around.

Friday, August 16th, 1991

Brown County Veterans Memorial Arena in Green Bay, Wisconsin

3,000 in attendance - SOLD OUT!

Announcers: Vince McMahon and Bobby "The Brain" Heenan

TV Rating: 0.42

<hr>
Hercules defeated Jim Powers in 7:19 by disqualification when Al Snow attacked Hercules.
Rating: 66

Angle: Al Snow tries for a little revenge but Hercules is just too much.
Rating: 87

In a decent match, Kevin Von Erich defeated Paul Roma in 9:35 by pinfall with a Diving Crossbody.
Rating: 66

Angle: Crush wants former partner Smash at Summerslam, "I don't know why you did this to me, brother. All I know is you'll wish you hadn't!"
Rating: 86

Angle: Mr. Fuji cuts a promo on behalf of The Berzerker, about his match with The Lumberjack next week.
Rating: 77

Owen Hart defeated The Warlord in 10:11 by pinfall with a fast roll up.
Rating: 74

Angle: After the match, a furious Warlord starts to beat down Hart. Kamala runs down to join in, but Jim Neidhart does too and evens the odds.
Rating: 83

<hr>
Show Rating: 78

<hr>
Post-show notes:

- Nothing to report.

Top 5 in-ring performances of the night:
Owen Hart - 72
Hercules - 66
Kevin Von Erich - 63
The Warlord - 60
Paul Roma - 59

The Next Day:

- Shane Douglas has changed body types and is now rated as Muscular. His Star Quality jumped from 71 to 79.

August 5, 2021

WWF - August 1991

**From my WWF 1991: I Still Don't Have A Catchy Name Dynasty**

World Heavyweight Championship: "Macho King" Randy Savage

Won from Ultimate Warrior in a title vs. career match at Wrestlemania VII in March with assistance from The Undertaker.

Intercontinental Championship: "The Russian Nightmare" Nikita Koloff

Won from Big Boss Man at Saturday Night's Main Event: Roadblock in July.

World Tag Team Championship: "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase and Sid

Won the vacant titles in a match against The New Foundation (Owen Hart & Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart) after interference from I.R.S. at Saturday Night's Main Event: Wrestlemania Revenge in April.

World Television Championship: "Nature Boy" Buddy Landel

Won from Bob Backlund in a tag team match where if either Landel or his partner, Greg Valentine, pinned either Backlund or his partner Jimmy Snuka, they would win Backlund's Television Title. If Backlund and Snuka had won, then Snuka would have gotten a second shot at Backlund's title after his first was ruined by interference from Landel and Valentine. Wrestling Challenge episode from July 24th, 1991.

1991 Royal Rumble Winner: The Undertaker

Won by last eliminating Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat.

1991 WWF King of the Ring Winner: Bret "Hitman" Hart

Won by defeating The Dragon(a heel Ricky Steamboat) in the King of the Ring Finals in June.

August 4, 2021

WWF TV for Week 2, August 1991

Backstage before the show:

- The Undertaker was in fine form before the show, keeping everyone in a great mood with his hilarious road stories.

Monday, August 5th, 1991

University Hall in Charlottesville, Virginia

8,754 in attendance - SOLD OUT!

Announcers: Gorilla Monsoon and Bobby "The Brain" Heenan

TV Rating: 6.87

<hr>

The British Bulldog opens the show by defeating the brutish Mike Alfonso with a Military Press Slam in 5:32.

<hr>

Jake Roberts challenges Vader for a match at Summerslam. "Well...well...well. It seems to me, that the rumors of my demise, were greatly exaggerated! But trust me when I say this. At Summerslam, if you've got the guts to step into the ring with me, big man, and look me right square in the eye, there'll be no need for rumors. Because the truth will be written all over the ring. And it'll be written in blood. Your blood, Vader. Trust me!"

<hr>

The Miracle Violence Connection defeated The State Patrol in 6:39 when Steve Williams defeated Lt. Wright by pinfall with a Doctor Bomb.

<hr>

Back from commercial, and a Bobby Heenan rant from the commentary position on Mr. Perfect's rematch request is interrupted by Commissioner Graham. Graham announces he has indeed granted Perfect's request for a rematch with Funk at Summerslam. Heenan laughs him off though, saying Funk will have no problem winning again. Graham says he's glad Heenan's so confident since he's added a stipulation he doesn't think Heenan will like. First of all, the match will be a Lumberjack match with the lumberjacks handpicked by Commissioner Graham himself to ensure Heenan doesn't get any ideas. Lastly, if Mr. Perfect wins he'll get 5 minutes alone in the ring with Heenan, while the lumberjacks keep "the family" away. He ends the segment by announcing he's also granted The Miracle Violence Connection's request to face Haku and Barbarian at Summerslam.

<hr>

Nikita Koloff defeated Shane Douglas in 5:16 by submission with a Bearhug.

As Koloff is celebrating his victory, he's attacked by the Big Boss Man. Commissioner Graham must have been expecting it though, as the response from WWF officials and security was immediate this time and they were able to break it up before things got very far.

<hr>

An announcement is made that The Ultimate Warrior will go one on one with The Undertaker at Summerslam!

<hr>

In a decent match, Rick Martel defeated Mike Barton in 5:38 by submission with a Boston Crab.

<hr>

Missy Hyatt is backstage next, interviewing Money Inc. Ted DiBiase and Sid deny the request of the Legion of Doom for a WWF World Tag Team Championship match at Summerslam, with DiBiase claiming he's injured and won't be able to compete at the event.

Commissioner Graham interrupts though and says he knows for a fact that DiBiase isn't injured. He knows that since "a little birdie" from the medical staff had informed him that DiBiase came in this morning complaining of "back pain" but no indication of injury could be found. DiBiase tries to argue, but Graham shuts him up, "Shut up, Ted! Let me just make this simple for you. Either defend the titles or be stripped and placed on suspension!"

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In a good match, Paul Orndorff defeated Jimmy Snuka in 7:58 by pinfall, illegally using the ropes for leverage.

<hr>

Bret Hart responds to Randy Savage. "I've worked my whole life, Randy Savage, since I was knee high to a grasshopper to get this opportunity. To step into a WWF ring, with my shot at glory. My shot, at my ultimate goal as a professional wrestler. To be the World Wrestling Federation Heavyweight Champion. To not just know that I'm the best in the world, but to have the gold over my shoulder to prove it. And that's exactly what I'm gonna do at Summerslam. At Madison Square Garden, on August 28th, Randy Savage, everyone will know, and you'll know first-hand, that I'm the best there is, the best there was, and the best there ever will be. And I'll have the WWF Heavyweight Championship to prove it!"

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The Dragon defeated Brian Costello in 4:05 by submission with a Figure Four Leglock.

<hr>
After an easy victory over Costello, The Dragon decides to add insult to injury. Well, injury to injury actually. The Dragon motions for the fans to wait and sprints back towards the locker rooms, reemerging as quickly as he'd exited carrying a small bag. When he gets back to the ring, he pulls a Hulkamania t-shirt, a red bandana, and a kilt from the bag and puts them on Costello. With Costello's Hogan/Piper hybrid "Halloween" costume on, The Dragon proceeds to crush Costello's leg in a steel chair and lock him in the Figure Four again as we fade to black and officials try to pull him off.

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Show Rating:

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Post-show notes:

- Brian Costello was used too much

Top 5 in-ring performances of the night:
The Dragon - 93
Paul Orndorff - 86
Nikita Koloff - 86
Rick Martel - 82
Jimmy Snuka - 65

The Next Day:

- Turns out Terry Gordy wrestled high on drugs on Prime Time. I fined him and his behavior improved.

Backstage before the show:

- Nothing to report.

Wednesday, August 7th, 1991

Century II Convention Center in Wichita, Kansas

3,499 in attendance

Announcers: Vince McMahon and Bobby "The Brain" Heenan

TV Rating: 0.45

<hr>
Angle: Recap of Monday's Prime Time Wrestling with Vince McMahon and Bobby Heenan.
Rating: 95

In a terrible match, Bill Irwin defeated Battle Ranger in 4:42 by pinfall with a Superplex.
Rating: 52

Angle: "Nature Boy" Buddy Landel wants his rematch for the TV title against Crush next week. "Just so you know, Crush, the only reason you beat me last week is I'd had some bad oysters before our match and was running a fever! But I'm layin' off the seafood starting now, and I'll be in tip-top shape next week. And with me at 100%, your chances of holding onto MY TV title will be 0%!"
Rating: 75

The Berzerker defeated Virgil in 7:54 by pinfall with a Powerslam.
Rating: 63

Angle: The Lumberjack attacks The Berzerker post-match, but Berzerker wins the battle with the help of Mr. Fuji.
Rating: 74

Hercules defeated Chris Adams in 7:45 by submission with a Backbreaker Rack.
Rating: 64

Angle: Marty Jannetty introduces his new tag team partner Tom Zenk and they challenge Shawn Michaels & Brian Pillman to a tag match at Summerslam.
Rating: 95

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WWF World Television Championship

Crush w/ Smash © vs. Kevin Von Erich

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In a decent match, Crush defeated Kevin Von Erich in 10:11 by submission. Crush makes defense number 1 of his WWF World Television title.
Rating: 67

<hr>
Show Rating: 76

<hr>
Post-show notes:

- Nothing to report.

Top 5 in-ring performances of the night:
Kevin Von Erich - 64
Hercules - 63
Virgil - 62
The Berzerker - 58
Crush - 55

The Next Day:

- Nothing to report.

Backstage before the show:

- Nothing to report.

Friday, August 9th, 1991

Sioux City Auditorium in Sioux City, Iowa

3,499 in attendance

Announcers: Vince McMahon and Bobby "The Brain" Heenan

TV Rating: 0.43

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Tito Santana defeated Amigo Ultra in 5:33 by submission with a Figure Four Leglock.
Rating: 69

Angle: Hercules and Slick mock Al Snow for being stupid enough to challenge Hercules two weeks ago. "When you try to climb Mount Olympus, Al Snow, the Mighty Hercules will always be waiting at the top to knock you back down!"
Rating: 100

Dino Bravo defeated Simon Kenney in 5:44 by pinfall with a Side Suplex.
Rating: 65

Irwin R. Schyster defeated Hector Guerrero in 6:07 by pinfall with a Fallaway Slam.
Rating: 71

Angle: Slick challenges Owen Hart to face The Warlord Next Week. "You were lucky to escape with all your limbs intact last week, Owen Hart, but I'll bet any amount of money, that you won't be lucky enough to pull it off twice!"
Rating: 77

In a good match, Jim Neidhart defeated Kamala in 11:18 when Kamala was disqualified when The Warlord ran in and attacked Jim Neidhart.
Rating: 76

Angle: The Warlord & Kamala brawl with the New Foundation post-match.
Rating: 83

<hr>
Show Rating: 81

<hr>
Post-show notes:

- Nothing to report.

Top 5 in-ring performances of the night:
Jim Neidhart - 76
Tito Santana - 75
Kamala - 68
I.R.S. - 61
Dino Bravo - 59

The Next Day:

- Nothing to report.

August 3, 2021

WWF TV for Week 1, August 1991

Backstage before the show:

- Hercules returned from his month-long injury today.

- Earl Hebner failed to show up for a scheduled meeting with an agent. I gave him a "slap on the wrist" and nothing noteworthy resulted.

Monday, July 29th, 1991

Greenville Memorial Auditorium in Greenville, South Carolina

7,500 in attendance - SOLD OUT!

Announcers: Gorilla Monsoon and Bobby "The Brain" Heenan

TV Rating: 6.86

<hr>

After Monsoon and Heenan welcome us to the show and announce Vader vs. "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan as our Main Event, we're sent to some pre-recorded comments from WWF Heavyweight Champion "Macho King" Randy Savage, and his Kingdom.

Savage: Ooooooh Yeaahh!! It's the "Macho King" Randy Savage, yeah. And I've got a message for you "Hitman" Hart. CONGRATULATIONS, yeah! You've won the right to step into the ring with THE greatest professional wrestler in the world today, yeah! Buuuut, that's all you're gonna win, yeah. YOU CAN'T TOUCH ME BRET HART, oh no! Because you may be the 'excellence of execution', yeah, but I am, THE KING! DIG IT?"

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In an extremely short match, The Legion of Doom defeated Rick Fuller and Tony Stetson in 5:17 when Hawk defeated Tony Stetson by pinfall with a Doomsday Device.

<hr>

Paul Ellering says he promised Hawk and Animal that he'd lead them back to the top, so why not go straight there? He challenges Ted DiBiase and Sid to put their WWF Tag Team Titles on the line at Summerslam. "And feel free to bring your little friend I.R.S. along too. In fact, bring anyone you want! We'll destroy anyone and everyone who gets in our path!"

<hr>

Paul Bearer has some words for The Ultimate Warrior on behalf of The Undertaker, "Our plan to have you do our bidding may have failed, Ultimate Warrior. But my Undertaker's plan to bury the entire World Wrestling Federation remains. Get it, Ultimate Warrior? Remains?! OOOH, YEEESSS! The time of your demise will be at hand soon enough, Ultimate Warrior, and you will pay with your life, for costing my Undertaker his match at Roadblock and a chance at the World Wrestling Federation Championship at Summerslam!

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Larry Zbyszko defeated Koko B. Ware in 7:34 by submission with a LarryLand Dreamer. For some reason, after the match was over, Madusa entered the ring and hit a German Suplex on Ware.

<hr>

Mr. Perfect wants Funk again at Summerslam and guarantees victory now that he has backup in the form of Steve Williams and Terry Gordy. Williams and Gordy also challenge Haku and Barbarian to a match at Summerslam.

<hr>

"Ravishing" Rick Rude defeated Shane Douglas in 6:46 by pinfall with a Rude Awakening.

<hr>

Missy Hyatt interviews Big Boss Man next, who wants to use his guaranteed rematch for the Intercontinental Title at Summerslam. Koloff gives him an immediate answer, attacking him from behind with his chain to start yet another brawl between the two men. This one ended up in the crowd, where arena security had to step in for fan safety.

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In an extremely short match, a returning Hercules defeated Al Burke in 4:53 by submission with a Backbreaker Rack.

<hr>

Back from commercial, "Mean" Gene Okerlund calls out Ricky Steamboat for an interview. Steamboat brags about putting Roddy Piper in the "nursing home with Hulk Hogan", and says he wishes to just be called "The Dragon" from now on. Piper shows up on crutches

and says he may be injured, but he's still going to be in Hogan's corner at Summerslam to ensure "The Dragon" keeps things on the up and up!

The Dragon laughs at Piper before leaving, "You know something, Roddy? You really remind me of someone on those crutches!"

<hr>

This was a very hard-hitting match, with Duggan dishing it out just about as good as he took it. Vader was just a bit much for Duggan in the end though, winning with a Vader Bomb at 10:02.

<hr>
After his win, Vader tries to put Duggan out of action like he tried to do to Roberts...

but Roberts makes the save by grabbing Duggan's 2x4 from the ring apron and nailing Vader in the back. This draws out Savage and Rude, but Duggan manages to keep them at bay while Roberts drills Vader over and over with the 2x4 to a thunderous ovation!

<hr>
Show Rating:

<hr>
Post-show notes:

- Nothing to report.

Top 5 in-ring performances of the night:
Rick Rude - 94
Larry Zybszko - 84
Hawk - 80
Vader - 81
Animal - 79

The Next Day:

- Hercules was identified as a Steroid user by the WWF drug testing policy. I fined him and his behavior improved. He was happy with the action.

- The Undertaker thinks Terry Gory is charismatic and he can see him doing well in the future.

- Both Rick Rude and The Ultimate Warrior think Rick Fuller is a waste of time.

- The British Bulldog returned from his four-month rehab stint and hadn't improved in any of his habits. So, I'd imagine it won't be long until he slips up again.

Backstage before the show:

- Nothing to report.

Wednesday, July 31st, 1991

Memorial Auditorium in Spartanburg, South Carolina

2,144 in attendance

Announcers: Vince McMahon and Bobby "The Brain" Heenan

TV Rating: 0.46

<hr>
Angle: Vince McMahon and Bobby "The Brain" Heenan recap Monday's Prime Time Wrestling.
Rating: 100

A returning British Bulldog defeated Rick Fuller in 5:44 by pinfall with a Running Powerslam.
Rating: 73

Angle: "Nature Boy" Buddy Landel accepts the challenge for a shot at his TV Title that Crush issued last week. "Crush? Smash? How old are you guys, 12? I'm the 'Nature Boy', Wooo!!! Now, that's a nickname!"
Rating: 77

The Natural Disasters defeated Jim Powers and Shane Douglas in 5:46 when Typhoon defeated Jim Powers by pinfall with a Running Splash.
Rating: 71

Angle: Mr. Fuji and his newest client, The Berzerker, cut a promo on Berzerker's former partner, The Lumberjack. "Lumberjack, my Berzerker will crush you soon enough!"
Rating: 74

The Berzerker defeated Scott Taylor in 2:53 by submission with a Camel Clutch.
Rating: 62

Angle: A furious Shawn Michaels and Brian Pillman have some words for Marty Jannetty as Michaels exclaims, "Your time is almost up, Marty! And you don't have a "Doc" or a Delorean to save you!"
Rating: 95

<hr>
WWF World Television Championship

"Nature Boy" Buddy Landel © vs. Crush w/ Smash

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In a decent match, Crush defeated Buddy Landel in 11:58 by pinfall. Crush wins the WWF World Television title.
Rating: 67

<hr>
Show Rating: 80

<hr>
Post-show notes:

- Nothing to report.

Top 5 in-ring performances of the night:
Earthquake - 81
The British Bulldog - 68
Buddy Landel - 67
Typhoon - 61
Crush - 57

The Next Day:

- Shawn Michaels is now basically ordering me to fire Rick Fuller since he sells like crap.

Backstage before the show:

- Paul Orndorff showed up very late to a meeting with a Road Agent. I gave him a stern warning which saw his personality get worse.

Friday, August 2nd, 1991

Reitz Arena in Baltimore, Maryland

2,000 in attendance - SOLD OUT!

Announcers: Vince McMahon and Bobby "The Brain" Heenan

TV Rating: 0.41

<hr>
The Nasty Boys defeated Duane Gill and Scott Taylor in 6:58 when Jerry Sags defeated Taylor with a Trip to Nastyville.
Rating: 65

Angle: Hercules attacks Al Snow backstage, shouting "I heard you were looking for me last week!"
Rating: 87

Angle: Bam Bam Bigelow cuts a pre-match promo.
Rating: 79

In a decent match, Bam Bam Bigelow defeated B. Brian Blair in 6:34 by pinfall with a Diving Headbutt.
Rating: 74

Angle: Slick cuts a pre-match promo on behalf of Warlord and Kamala for their match against The New Foundation.
Rating: 82

The New Foundation defeated Kamala and The Warlord in 12:26 when The Warlord got disqualified after going into a rage and refusing to stop assaulting Owen Hart, who had been outsmarting him the entire match.
Rating: 78

<hr>
Show Rating: 79

<hr>
Post-show notes:

- Nothing to report.

Top 5 in-ring performances of the night:
Jim Neidhart - 76
Kamala - 72
Bam Bam Bigelow - 72
Owen Hart - 70
Brian Knobbs- 68

The Next Day:

- Nothing to report.

August 3, 2021

Champions as of July 29th, 1991

WWF World Heavyweight Championship

"Macho King" Randy Savage

Previous Champions:

1.) Ultimate Warrior - Lost to Randy Savage at Wrestlemania 7 on March 31st, 1991

WWF Intercontinental Championship

Nikita Koloff

Previous Champions:

2.) Big Boss Man - Lost to Nikita Koloff at Saturday Night's Main Event: Roadblock on July 27th, 1991

1.) Mr. Perfect - Lost to Big Boss Man at Wrestlemania 7 on March 31st, 1991

WWF World Tag Team Championship

"The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase & Sid

Previous Champions:

2.) Vacant - Ted DiBase and Sid defeated The New Foundation at Saturday Night's Main Event: Wrestlemania Revenge on April 27th, 1991 for the vacant titles

1.) The Hart Foundation - Vacated after Bret Hart forfeited titles to enter singles competition following a successful defense at Wrestlemania 7 on March 31st, 1991

WWF Television Championship

Buddy Landel

Previous Champions:

3.) Bob Backlund - Lost to Buddy Landel on July 26th, 1991 episode of WWF Superstars

2.) Buddy Landel - Lost to Bob Backlund on July 12th, 1991 episode of WWF Superstars

1.) Dino Bravo - Lost to Buddy Landel on April 26th, 1991 episode of WWF Superstars

WWF 1991 Royal Rumble Winner

The Undertaker

**Last eliminated Ricky Steamboat to win Royal Rumble match on January 27th, 1991**

WWF King of the Ring 1991

Bret Hart

**Defeated Ricky Steamboat in tournament finals at King of the Ring on June 30th, 1991**

<hr></hr>

Roster as of July 29th, 1991"Jobbers" Not Listed

Faces in Blue and Heels in Red

Major Stars

Bret Hart
Hulk Hogan
Jake Roberts
Mr. Perfect
Roddy Piper
Sgt. Slaughter
The Ultimate Warrior

Earthquake
Randy Savage
Ricky Steamboat
The Million Dollar Man
The Undertaker

<hr></hr>

Stars

Big Boss Man
Jim Duggan
Jim Neidhart
The Texas Tornado

Bam Bam Bigelow
Kamala
Nikita Koloff
Paul Orndorff
Rick Martel
Rick Rude
Sid
Terry Funk
The Barbarian

<hr></hr>

Well Known

Animal
Bob Backlund
Dino Bravo
Hawk
Jimmy Snuka
Marty Jannetty
Ricky Morton
Robert Gibson
Steve Williams
Terry Gordy
The British Bulldog
Tito Santana
Virgil

Brian Knobbs
Brian Pillman
Buddy Landel
Greg Valentine
Haku
Honky Tonk Man
Hercules
Jerry Sags
Kevin Sullivan
Larry Zbyszko
Shawn Michaels
Smash
The Mountie
The Warlord
Typhoon
Vader

<hr></hr>

Recognizable

Bushwhacker Luke
Chris Adams
Kevin Von Erich
Koko B. Ware
Nikolai Volkoff
Owen Hart
The Lumberjack
Tracy Smothers

Cpl. Bruce
Crush
Dave Taylor
Doug Furnas
Irwin R. Schyster
Kato
Lt. Wright
Paul Roma
Phil Lafon
Steven Dunn
The Berzerker
Timothy Well
Tony Atlas

<hr></hr>

Unimportant

Al Snow
B. Brian Blair
Bushwhacker Butch
Jim Powers
Shane Douglas
Steve Armstrong

Bill Irwin
Brooklyn Brawler
Buddy Rose
Dave Finlay

<hr></hr>

Managers - clients in parentheses

Bobby Heenan (Terry Funk, Paul Orndorff, Haku & Barbarian)
Jimmy Hart (Nasty Boys, The Mountie, Honky Tonk Man & Natural Disasters)
Madusa (Larry Zbyszko)
Mr. Fuji (Demolition, The Berzerker & Kato)
Paul Bearer (Undertaker & Kevin Sullivan)
Paul Ellering (Legion of Doom)
Sensational Sherri (Randy Savage)
Slick (Warlord, Kamala & Power and Glory)
The Genius (Dave Taylor)

<hr></hr>

Announcers

Bobby Heenan
Gene Okerlund
Gorilla Monsoon
Lord Alfred Hayes
Missy Hyatt
Vince McMahon

<hr></hr>

Referees

Earl Hebner
Joey Morella
Tim White
Danny Davis
Mark Curtis
Shane Stevens

<hr></hr>

Road Agents

Pat Patterson
Rene Goulet
Tony Garea

August 3, 2021

WWF Intercontinental Championship
The Big Boss Man © vs. "The Russian Nightmare" Nikita Koloff

Comments: could see this going either way but wonder if better to have bossman chase again

Agreed! I almost always prefer to have the babyface chasing. It's much easier to extend feuds that way.

Bret "Hitman" Hart vs. The Undertaker w/ Paul Bearer
The Kingdom(Savage, Rude, Vader) w/ Sensational "Queen" Sherri vs. "Hacksaw" Jim Duggan and The Legion of Doom
Ricky "The Dragon" Steamboat vs. "Rowdy" Roddy Piper
The Big Boss Man © vs. "The Russian Nightmare" Nikita Koloff
"The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase and Sid © vs. The New Foundation
Terry Funk w/ Bobby Heenan vs. Mr. Perfect
The Rock 'n' Roll Express vs. "The Heartbreak Kid" Shawn Michaels and Brian Pillman
Highest scoring match of the night? Bret Hart v Undertaker

Thanks for joining in, Helginho! I really appreciate your readership!

My first ever predictions!

Thanks for joining in, Tigermask69! I really appreciate your readership!

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Saturday Night's Main Event: Roadblock prediction results:

scottk1983 - 6 of 8

smw88 - 5 of 8

Tigermask69 - 5 of 8

Helginho - 4 of 8

scmurph01 - 4 of 8

Blodyxe - 3 of 8

KyTeran - 3 of 8

A mixed bag of results for the first slate of matches for round 2. Looks like everyone predicted Michaels and Pillman to beat the Rock and Roll Express, but I wanted to give Morton and Gibson a win back after feeding them to DiBiase and Sid at King of the Ring. Besides, there's plenty of time to build Michaels and Pillman up, and having Jannetty cost them the match just adds more fuel to his feud with Michaels. Plus it's unlikely Michaels and Pillman become a full-time team, whereas the RNR express will be fixtures of the tag division for years to come, so I felt they needed the momentum more right now. The other match with the most incorrect predictions was the Funk/Perfect match, with only scottk1983 and first-time predictor, Helginho, predicting a Funk victory.

Second Round Prediction contest standings after Saturday Night's Main Event: Roadblock

1.) scottk1983 - 6 points

2.) smw88- 5 points

2.) Tigermask69 - 5 points

4.) Helginho - 4 points

4.) scmurph01- 4 points

6.) Blodyxe - 3 points

7.) KyTeran - 3 points

This round of the prediction contest will run through the Survivor Series PPV in November. "Prize" still TBD. Thanks so much to everyone for reading, predicting, and commenting!

August 2, 2021

Look at Big Bossman outworking some top names!

No doubt! And he's done it consistently throughout the save, finishing with a top-10 in-ring performance for every PPV so far, including four top-5 finishes and a top-3.

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