[The owner says McMahon but not Vince WCW]

 WCW Presents The Great American Bash

July Week 1 2001

Held in OK Spiritbank Event Center

Attendance: 3928

 

Opening Video Package of Wednesday Night Nitro starts the show as the opening Pyro finishes up.

 

“Welcome back to WCW Wednesday Night Nitro checking in at the commentary table. I'm Tony Schevone and with me as always The Professor Mike Tenay.” Tony we had an incredible Great American Bash on Sunday! We officially have all of our champions crowned here in WCW. That is correct Tenay Rob Van Dam and The Road Warriors won The WCW United States and Tag Team Titles. We saw The Cruiserweight Champion Chavo Guerrero retain over Kidman when Juvi and Psisosis made there presence known. Yeah Tony we will have to get to the bottom of that for sure. We saw Mike Awesome defeat Diamond Dallas Page in that number 1 contender match and in our main event. We saw Booker T come out on top and retain his WCW Title over Buff Bagwell.”

 

WCW Cruiserweight Champion Chavo Guerrero comes out with Juvi and Psicosis on his side.

 

“You fans truly thought Kidman was going to take this Cruiserweight Title from me? Not only am I the best Cruiserweight in the world but I am also the smartest. I talked to my two friends who I have known since we were all kids Juvi and Psicosis. We are what defines family business. We all have been around this business for over 15 years. We have united and since we are pretty much family we are La Familia and we will run this cruiserweight division so get used to it. Now I saw AJ Styles won that showcase match to get a shot at me, so AJ come on down if you dare.”

 

Cruiserweight Championship: Chavo Guerrero retains over AJ Styles by pinfall in 12 minutes following a distraction by Psicois leading to a Gory Bomb

Rating: 50

 

Psicosis and Juvi slide into the ring and start beating down on AJ Styles Chavo stands over the beatdown.

 

Billy Kidman music hits as he runs down to the ring as the family bails from the ring.

 

Tag Team Match: Natural Born Thrillers (Palumbo and O’Haire) defeated 3 Count (Karagias and Moore) by pinfall in 8 minutes following a Seanton Bomb on Moore

Rating: 51

 

We see a Vignatte play that says The Blackout is going to run through WCW and cause complete chaos coming soon…

 

We get a video recap of Rob Van Dam hitting The 5 Star Frog Splash on Lance Storm to win The WCW United States Championship in the finals of the tournament.

 

Camera then shows RVD with Scott Hudson.

 

“Rob congratulations on becoming WCW US Champion. Now that you won the belt what is your mindset moving forward?”

 

“Well Scott, Rob Van Dam is going to do what RVD always does he is going to steal the show and representing The US with this belt. I want anyone in WCW or outside you want a shot bring it! RVD has no problem defending this championship anytime any place. At the end of the day The WCW US Champion will be the same R…V….D.”

 

WCW United States Championship: Rob Van Dam retains over Kid Kash by pinfall in 10 minutes following a 5 Star Frog Splash

Rating: 68

 

DDP is in his locker room getting ready for his match when Kanyon walks in.

 

“Page I know you got my voicemail since Sunday. I know things aren’t going your way but have no fear Kanyon is here. I know exactly how to get DDP back in the bright lights and be on top of WCW.”

 

“Kanyon I don’t want your help, I can do this on my own”

 

Page walks passed Kanyon and out to the ring.

 

Singles Match: Lance Storm defeats Diamond Dallas Page by pinfall in 15 minutes following a Superkick

Rating: 66

 

FBI backstage talking.

 

“Tonight we get back on the dons good gracious when I bring home a win against Tommy Dreamer. The Don was upset you didn’t get those tag team titles in the family. Now I have to step up,”

 

Singles Match: Tommy Dreamer defeats Johnny The Bull by pinfall in 10 minutes following a DDT

Rating: 50

 

We cut backstage to a very upset DDP throwing things backstage when Kanyon approaches

 

“Are you going to listent to me now?”

 

Page just gives him a stare and storms away.

 

Singles Match: Hugh Morris defeats Shawn Stasiak W/ Stacy Keibler by pinfall in 9 minutes following a Moonsault

Rating: 53

 

We cut backstage to Booker T.

 

“Booker T on Sunday you were able to defeat Buff Bagwell and put him behind you with that victory. But now you have a new problem in the number one contender Mike Awesome.”

 

“You best believe Booker T realizes everyone is gunning for The WCW Championship. I know I will have to keep my head on a swivel to survive. I beat Buff cool another man down and I keep my title. As soon as one goes down the next is here Mike Awesome is a beast but he is still just a man. A man that will fall to the WCW Champion Booker T. Now can you did that Sucka!”

 

Singles Match Non Title: Booker T defeats Christopher Daniels by pinfall in 12 minutes following a Bookend

Rating: 69

 

Post Match Booker T is in the ring as Mike Awesome comes down to the ring gets in his face and looks at The WCW Title as the show ends.

 

Show Rating: 69

 

[The owner says McMahon but not Vince WCW]

 WCW Presents The Great American Bash

June Week 4 2001

Held in  TX The Oil Palace

Attendance: 10,000

 

Opening Video Package of matches for Great American Bash starts the show as the opening Pyro finishes up.

 

“Welcome to The Great American Bash! I am the voice of WCW Tony Schivone and with me as always is The Professor Mike Tenay. Thank you Tony I am so excited for this event tonight. So many incredible matches, multiple titles up for grabs. That is correct Tenay The US and Tag Team Champions will finally be crowned tonight in their respective matches. We have a grudge match for The Cruiserweight Title and WCW Championship. Plus we find out who the new #1 Contender for The WCW Champion will be tonight! Without further ado let's get to the action!”

 

WCW Tag Team Championship Fatal Four Way: The Road Warriors defeated Sean O’Haire / Chuck Palumbo, The FBI (Guido / Mamaluke), and Juvi and Psisosis by pinfall in 15 minutes when they hit A Doomday device on Tony Mamaluke

Rating: 53

 

The Road Warriors celebrate in ring post match as they have won The WCW Tag Team Championships.

 

We Cut backstage to Buff Bagwell.

 

“Tonight Buff Bagwell you get your long awaited shot at The WCW Championship, what can we expect from you tonight, can you get the job done?”

 

“Can I get the job done? I have been waiting for this opportunity my whole career. Every year I would be passed by for the new flavor of the week and tonight that all changes. Tonight The Buff with The Stuff becomes The Buff with the WCW Championship.”

 

Cruiserweight Showcase: AJ Styles defeated Shane Helms, Christopher Daniels, and Kid Kash by pinfall in 12 minutes following a springboard 450 on Helms.

Rating: 50

 

Video showcase of Billy Kidman’s journey to this Cruiserweight Championship match. This has become a grudge match after the attack by Chavo Guerrero.

 

WCW Cruiserweight Championship Match: Chavo Guerrero Jr defeates Billy Kidman W/ Torrie Wilson by pinfall in 12 minutes following interference by Juvi and Psicosis leading to a frog splash for the pin.

Rating: 51

 

“What does this mean? Why did Juvi and Psicosis help Chavo retain his Cruiserweight Championship?”

 

Post Match Chavo celebrates up the ramp with Juvi and Psisosis 

 

RVD is backstage getting ready for The Finals of The WCW United States Tournament.

 

“Tonight Rob Van Dam begins his journey of creating a legacy here in WCW, Tonight I face an old foe from the beginning of my career who I am definitely no stranger to. Tonight RVD will be walking out as your new WCW United States Champion.”

 

Video package plays of how both Lance Storm and Rob Van Dam’s journey in The United States Championship Tournament went. We also get a career highlights package for both men.

 

WCW United States Championship Finals: Rob Van Dam defeats Lance Storm by pinfall in 19 minutes following a 5 Star Frog Splash

Rating: 74

 

Post Match Rob Van Dam celebrates a hard earned win and his first championship in WCW. The WCW United States Championship.

 

We cut to Mike Awesome backstage talking his #1 Contender match.

 

“Mike can we get some thoughts on tonights match?”

 

“You want my thoughts? The thoughts are simple I walk into the ring tonight beat the hell out of DDP and at the end of the day I walk out as the next man to challenge for The WCW Championship. Page you are mine.”

 

#1 Contender Match for WCW Title: Mike Awesome defeats Diamond Dallas Page by pinfall in 14 minutes following an Awesome Bomb

Rating: 61

 

Mike Awesome is the new #1 Contender as a disappointed DDP sits battered and bruised after a hard fought victory

 

We check in with The WCW Champion Booker T

 

“Tonight Booker T you defend your WCW Championship against a man who feels he has always been overlooked and feels very confident going into this match.”

 

“He should feel confident, but confidence doesn’t win you championships. Grit, determination and knowing you are the best helps you win championships. I have said since the beginning of WCW relaunch I will carry this belt with pride and excellence. Tonight Buff Bagwell you will find out why I am The WCW Champion. Now can you dig that Sucka?!”

 

Video Package highlighting The WCW Championship Feud

 

WCW Championship: Booker T defeats Buff Bagwell by pinfall in 17 minutes following a Scissors Kick

Rating: 71

 

Booker T celebrates his retaining of The WCW Championship with the fans to end the show.

 

Show Rating: 70

 

[The owner says McMahon but not Vince WCW]

18 hours ago, DGenerationMC said:

WCW Championship: Buff Bagwell vs Booker T*

WCW US Title Tournament Finals: Lance Storm vs Rob Van Dam

WCW Tag Team Title Fatal Four Way: The Road Warriors vs Sean O'Haire / Chuck Palumbo vs FBI (Guido and Mamluke) vs Juvi / Psicosis

#1 Contender Match for WCW Title: Diamond Dallas Page vs Mike Awesome

WCW Cruiserweight Title: Billy Kidman w/ Torrie Wilson vs Chavo Guerrero*

Cruiserweight Showcase: Kid Kash vs AJ Styles vs Christopher Daniels vs Shane Helms

We shall see what we have coming on Saturday when I post! PPV was a huge success in my opinion! Thank you for posting predictions!

[The owner says McMahon but not Vince WCW]

I want to say thank you to all that are following the save! We are at our first "official" WCW PPV The Great American Bash this is the card below would love to see what you think is going to happen.

 

The Great American Bash Match Card

WCW Championship: Buff Bagwell vs Booker T*

WCW US Title Tournament Finals: Lance Storm vs Rob Van Dam

WCW Tag Team Title Fatal Four Way: The Road Warriors vs Sean O'Haire / Chuck Palumbo vs FBI (Guido and Mamluke) vs Juvi / Psicosis

#1 Contender Match for WCW Title: Diamond Dallas Page vs Mike Awesome

WCW Cruiserweight Title: Billy Kidman w/ Torrie Wilson vs Chavo Guerrero*

Cruiserweight Showcase: Kid Kash vs AJ Styles vs Christopher Daniels vs Shane Helms

 

Would love to see some ideas / predictions from anyone following this will get Great American Bash up by Saturday!

[The owner says McMahon but not Vince WCW]

 WCW Presents Wednesday Night Nitro

June Week 4 2001

Held in  OK Great Plains Colleseum

Attendance: 3000

 

Opening Video Package of Nitro starts the show as the opening Pyro finishes up.

 

“Welcome back to WCW Wednesday Night Nitro checking in at the commentary table. I'm Tony Schevone and with me as always The Professor Mike Tenay. Mike, what a wild ride it has been the last few weeks. “Sure, Tony has so many guys trying to make a name for themselves here in WCW. The land of opportunity is certainly here and let's see what we have in store for you tonight.”

 

Shane McMahon comes down to the ring to get the WCW Contract Signing complete.

 

“What is up Oklahoma! Now I came out here to complete the contract signing of Booker defending his WCW Title versus Buff Bagwell but I have another announcement first. As long as you fans are in agreement we need to crown WCW Tag Team Champions. So at The Great American Bash I believe four of our top tag teams should go at it to crown champions. The participants are Sean O’haire and Chuck Palumbo, The FBI (Guido and Mamaluke), Juvi and Psicosis, and The Legendary Road Warriors Hawk and Animal!” Now that we have that situated, let's welcome the challenger and champion.”

 

Booker T makes his entrance to the ring as WCW Champion.

 

Buff Bagwell makes his entrance.

 

“Gentleman let me start this by saying this is a big moment in WCW as two WCW lifers are in our first singles WCW Title Main event. This is a very big deal as Buff you will sign first.”

 

“Let's get one thing straight here Shane and you Booker T. I am finally going to become a title holder myself here in WCW and there is not a thing either one of you can do about it.”

 

Buff signs

 

“Now Booker floor is yours.”

 

“Buff you and I are no stranger as I said before but the way you have gone about getting is match reeks of desperation. To me it shows you doubt yourself and on Sunday there will be no doubt when I put your shoulders to the mat for a 1 2 3. Now can you dig that Sucka!”

 

Booker T signs and leaves ring.

 

“Oh gentlemen just a heads up tonights main event you both with be teaming up with a member of The US Title match so Booker T you will team with Rob Van Dam and Buff Bagwell you will team with Lance Storm.”

 

Cruiserweight Showcase: Shane Helms defeats Jamie Knoble by pinfall in 8 minutes following a Vertebreaker

Rating: 53

 

We cut backstage as Co Owner Eric Bischoff has an announcement.

 

“Shane got to make a big announcement of our Tag Team Title agreement and now I am going to announce how WCW is the land of opportunity. Tonight there will be 2 triple threat matches where the winners will face off at The Great American Bash to become the #1 Contender for The WCW Championship.” The matches are Kanyon vs Mike Awesome vs Tommy Dreamer and DDP vs Johnny The Buff vs Simon Diamond.”

 

Tag Team Match: Juvi and Psicosis defeated Americas Most Wanted (James Storm and Chris Harris) by pinfall in 7 minutes following a leg drop by Psisosis to James Storm

Rating:41

 

We come back from Commercial to Rob Van Dam walking into Booker T locker room

 

“Yo Book tonight for the first time you and I get to be in the right at the same time. I have been looking forward to this for a long time RVD. Tonight lets show why we are best two wrestlers in the world and show why we are WCW.”

 

Triple Threat Match: Diamond Dallas Page defeated Simon Diamond and Johnny The Bull by pinfall in 12 minutes when DDP hit a Diamond Cutter on Johnny The Bull

Rating: 50

 

Graphic shows of DDP earning his spot in the #1 Contenders match at Great American Bash

 

Camera cuts backstage to Chavo Guerrero

 

“Why did you attack Kidman last week after you found out he was the number 1 contender?”

 

“I attacked Kidman to teach him a lesson that should know already. That lesson is very simple you don’t mess with a Guerrero.”

 

Kidman approaches and wants to get at Chavo as security gets in between them so theres no contact.

 

Tag Team Match: Chuck Palumbo and Sean O’Haire defeated Jung Dragons by pinfall in 8 minutes following a Seanton Bomb on Jimmy Yang.

Rating: 50

Kanyon is backstage

 

“Tonight Kanyon is going to show the world he is the innovator of offense when he faces two guys he has never been in the ring with. Tonight Kanyon makes his way to the number 1 contender match. Who better than Kanyon!”

 

Triple Threat Match: Mike Awesome defeated Tommy Dreamer and Kanyon by pinfall in 12 minutes when Awesome hit a Awesome bomb on Dreamer

Rating: 61

 

Graphic for #1 Contender match for Great American Bash Diamond Dallas Page vs Mike Awesome

 

We come back from commercial to a vignette of darkness that a dangerous force is coming to WCW who could this be?

 

Cruiserweight Showcase: Billy Kidman W/ Torrie Wilson defeated Shannon Moore by pinfall in 6 minutes following a Shooting Star Press

Rating: 52

 

Tag Team Match: Booker T and Rob Van Dam defeated Buff Bagwell and Lance Storm by pinfall when Booker hit a Bookend and then RVD hit a 5 Star Frog Splash on Storm

Rating: 76

 

The babyfaces RVD and Booker T celebrate with the fans as they stand tall to end the show

 

Show Rating: 72

 

[The owner says McMahon but not Vince WCW]

 WCW Presents Wednesday Night Nitro

June Week 3 2001

Held in  LA Prather Coliseum

Attendance: 3150

 

Opening Video Package of Nitro starts the show as the opening Pyro finishes up.

 

“Welcome back to WCW Wednesday Night Nitro checking in at the commentary table. I'm Tony Schevone and with me as always The Professor Mike Tenay.” Tony we had an incredible last week on Nitro where we found out some of matches for our next PPV Great American Bash. We found out last week Booker T will defend his WCW Title against Buff Bagwell. That is right Mike and two other major title matches where Chavo Guerrero defends his Cruiserweight Title against Billy Kidman and in the finals of US Title Tournament Rob Van Dam and Lance Storm go to battle.”

 

Shane McMahon and Eric Bischoff come down to the ring.

 

“Fans, we are on a great path since relaunch as we head towards the Great American Bash. We figured we would come out and announce our next few months PPVs. August we will bring you Bash at The Beach and September will be the return of Fall Brawl. October is a huge month where a famous PPV named Halloween Havoc will be back. November we have a new concept coming your way where it will be a 30 man over top rope similar to Royal Rumble but it will be called Mayhem. Finally in December our biggest show of the year Starcade will be leading us into 2002. Thank you fans, we will continue to do our very best to bring all the best wrestling stars to you.”

 

Cruiserweight Showcase: Christopher Daniels defeated Tajiri Kid Kash and Shane Helms by pinfall in 12 minutes when Daniels hit Angel Wings on Tajiri 

Rating: 51

 

We cut to a backstage segment where Kidman is with his girlfriend Torrie.

 

“Kidman, what are your thoughts on getting an opportunity at The Cruiserweight Title at Great American Bash?”

 

“It’s an amazing opportunity for sure. I know as one best high flyers here in WCW it’s only fitting to face an old foe in Chavo Guerrero. He knows what I bring to the table and he knows his championship is in big trouble when we go one on one.”

 

Cruiserweight Showcase: Billy Kidman w/ Torrie Wilson defeated Elix Skipper by pinfall in 8 minutes when he hit a shooting star press

Rating: 47

 

As the match ends and the ref raises Kidman’s hand Chavo Guerrero slides in and hits him from behind. He hits a brainbuster as he holds up The Cruiserweight Title.

 

Singles Match: Mike Awesome defeated Tommy Dreamer by pinfall in 13 minutes following an Awesome bomb

Rating: 60

 

We come back from a commercial with The FBI backstage.

 

“Last week Johnny you finally came back to the family and we will make the don happy again. Speaking of that Tony and Guido I joined this family again to have backup. I have something I need addressed. Let's strategize and talk to the don.”

 

Tag Team Match: FBI (Guido and Mamaluke) defeated Sean O’Haire and Chuck Palumbo by pinfall in 10 minutes when Johnny The Bull interfered causing Guido to pin Palumbo

Rating: 49

 

We cut backstage to Eric making an announcement.

 

“Shane and I will be discussing tonight and come to a decision for The WCW Tag Team Titles next week. We will crown a first champion at Great American Bash.”

 

Singles Match: Rob Van Dam defeated Simon Diamond W/ Dawn Marie by pinfall in 8 minutes following a 5 Star Frog Splash

Rating: 66

 

As RVD celebrates in the ring he turns around into a vicious Lance Storm Superkick

 

We cut to Booker T backstage

 

“Buff last week you proved you could earn your shot at this title. I honestly couldn’t be more excited to beat some sense into you and understand that Booker T is the greatest champion in WCW history. Now can you dig that Sucka!”

 

3 Way Tag Team Showcase: Second City Saints (CM Punk and Colt Cabana) defeated Americas Most Wanted (Harris and Storm) and Psicosis and Juvi Guerrera by pinfall in 10 minutes when CM Punk pinned James Storm following a GTS

Rating: 47

 

Diamond Dallas Page pre match backstage.

 

“There is no way to sugar coat what happened last week we had a major setback on our quest for WCW Gold. I will say this DDP does not go away easy and I will be WCW Champion once again. DDP will find his way back into title picture now respect that Bang!”

 

Singles Match: Diamond Dallas Page defeated Reno by pinfall in 6 minutes after a Diamond Cutter

Rating: 63

 

Singles Match: Buff Bagwell defeated Hugh Morris by pinfall in 15 minutes following a block buster

Rating: 55

 

Booker T goes to hit the bookend on Buff but he slips away as Booker T stands tall 

 

Show Rating: 61

[The owner says McMahon but not Vince WCW]

 WCW Presents Wednesday Night Nitro

June Week 2 2001

Held in  MS St. Joseph Civic Arena

Attendance: 2967

 

Opening Video Package of Nitro starts the show as the opening Pyro finishes up.

 

“Welcome back to WCW Wednesday Night Nitro checking in at the commentary table. I'm Tony Schevone and with me as always The Professor Mike Tenay.” Tony last week we had an incredible and successful return to tv with Wednesday Night Nitro! What do we have in store for our incredible fans tonight? We have 2 major Cruiserweight showcase matches and of course going off last week our final four for The US Title Tournament. As Kanyon faces off against Rob Van Dam and Lance Storm faces off against Johnny The Bull. Let’s get to the action!

 

Buff Bagwell music hits as he comes down to the ring.

 

“Last week I made my claim known and what Buff Bagwell wants here in WCW. I want my rightful shot, a shot that I believe is earned for being with this company through the monday night wars and never leaving even now. I deserve this one on one shot as I have never got that opportunity. When I noticed I wasn’t going to be handed that I took actions into my own hands by attacking Booker T and making it known.”

 

Booker T music hits.

 

“Buff you and I have both had such similar careers. We started as tag team specialists. We were on the opposite side of The NWO vs WCW war. But yet somehow I’m a multi time singles champion TV, US and now multi time World Champion. Here you stand a man that hasn’t. You can blame everyone you want but it’s on you. Until last week, you attacked me from behind and claimed you wanted a shot? Buff all you had to do was ask lets do this.”

 

Bischoff comes out to stop Booker T.

 

“We are not doing this right now, come on guys. Buff I get it you want a shot well tonight you will have an opportunity to earn it. You will go one on one with another top star here in WCW Diamond Dallas Page. The winner will face The WCW Champion Booker T when we go to PPV later this month at Great American Bash.”

 

Cruiserweight Showcase: Billy Kidman defeated Kid Kash by pinfall in 10 minutes following a shooting star press

Rating 54

 

We cut backstage showing WCW Cruiserweight Champion Chavo Guerrero watching the tv monitor as Shane Mcmahon walks up behind him

 

“Man that was an impressive match by Kidman wouldn’t you agree Chavo. I suggest you start scouting that is your number 1 contender for your belt that you will face at the Great American Bash.”

 

Tag Team Match: Psychosis / Juvi Gurrera defeated Second City Saints (CM Punk and Colt Cabana) by pinfall in 9 minutes when Psycosis hit a leg drop on Colt Cabana

Rating 46

 

Johnny The Bull is backstage warming up as Little Guido and Tony Mamaluke walk up to him

 

“Johnny did you think about the dons offer?”

 

“I did and boys I know the family wants to ride again but tonight I am on my own.”

 

US Title Tournament Final Four: Lance Storm defeated Johnny The Bull by pinfall in 12 minutes following a Superkick 

Rating 59

 

Video package hyping a new superstar debuting next for WCW

 

Singles Match: Tommy Dreamer defeated Shawn Stasiak w/ Stacy Keibler by pinfall in 8 minutes when Dreamer hit a DDT on Stasiak

Rating 51

 

Backstage Johnny The Bull walks up to Guido and Tony Mamaluke 

 

“Alright boys I’m back in the family. I’m in lets do this.”

 

Cruiserweight Showcase: AJ Styles defeated Shane Helms and Christopher Daniels by pinfall in 12 minutes when AJ hit a Styles Clash on Shane Helms

Rating 52

 

RVD is backstage and ready for his match

 

“Last week Mr Wednesday Night picked up the first round victory and tonight RVD shows once again he is the best wrestler in the world and will once again force a championship to mean more than anything in this business. Kanyon you better be ready to me R V D.”

 

US Title Tournament Final Four: Rob Van Dam defeated Kanyon by pinfall in 14 minutes following a 5 Star Frog Splash

Rating 71

 

Graphic of Finals for WCW US Title is set for The Great American Bash Lance Storm vs Rob Van Dam.

Tag Team Match: Road Warriors defeated Jung Dragons by pinfall in 7 minutes when Road Warriors hitting Doomsday Device on Jimmy Yang

Rating 55

 

Diamond Dallas Page is backstage

 

“Tonight Buff Bagwell the most spoiled brat of WCW is now stuck in a #1 contenders match against The Peoples Champion. Tonight Buff you will learn as you always have you can’t escape The Diamond Cutter. Bang!”

 

#1 Contender for WCW Title: Buff Bagwell defeated Diamond Dallas Page by pinfall in 15 minutes following a top rope block buster

Rating 67

 

Buff Bagwell is celebrating in ring as Booker T stands on stage holding WCW TItle as they stare each other down

 

Show Rating 68

[The owner says McMahon but not Vince WCW]

 WCW Presents Wednesday Night Nitro

June Week 1 2001

Held in Mid South Generic Arena

Attendance: 3500

 

Opening Video Package of Nitro starts the show as the opening Pyro finishes up.

 

“Welcome back to WCW Wednesday Night Nitro checking in at the commentary table. I'm Tony Schevone and with me as always The Professor Mike Tenay.” That’s right Tony last Sunday WCW returned in a big way where they crowned a few new champions, and some major debuts. What can we expect tonight? Well Mike we know we have the beginning of The US Title Tournament where the participants are RVD Kanyon Lance Storm Hugh Morris Mark Jindrak Johnny The Bull Simond Diamond and either Sean O’Haire or Chuck Palumbo.” So much action to get to tonight lets get started.”

 

After The announcers open the show Shane McMahon and Eric Bischoff come down to the ring to open the show.

 

“Last Sunday at Big Bang we relaunched WCW with great success! Tonight will be the beginning of getting Nitro back in the limelight. But Let’s congratulate our new champions that were crowned Sunday Chavo Guerrero Jr became WCW Cruiserweight Champion after a hard fought ladder match. And The Man we are about to welcome to the ring is our WCW Champion Booker T.”

 

Booker T music hits as he comes down to the ring with The WCW Championship.

 

“Thank you Shane, Thank you Eric. What’s up people, Booker T is your new WCW Champion. I want to thank the fans for not only believing in WCW and making Sunday a major success but also believing in me to help me to victory and become your champion, I will be a fighting champion that WCW fans, WCW management, and all the boys can be proud of. Bring it on boys bring me all the competition I’ll be ready. Now can you dig that Sucka!”

 

US Title Tournament Match: Johnny The Bull defeated Simon Diamond by pinfall in 8 minutes  after a running powerbomb 

Rating 30

 

As Johnny The Bull goes through the curtain Guido and Tony Mamaluke try to show Johnny The FBI and Italian Flag as they tell him they want the family to be back together Johnny says no.

 

US Title Tournament Match: Lance Storm defeated Hugh Morris by pinfall in 15 minutes after a superkick

Rating 67

 

We cut backstage to The Road Warriors

“Since Sunday people have been asking Hawk and myself what are you guys doing in WCW? We decided we wanted to show the world we are still the greatest tag team ever and we felt WCW was the place to make that stance. Now 3 count you were trying to do wrong by attacking a team after losing and we don’t stand for it so tonight we take you out.”

 

Tag Team Match: The Road Warriors defeated 3 Count by pinfall in 8 minutes following a Doomsday Device on Moore

Rating 57

 

We cut backstage to Sean O’Haire and Chuck Palumbo Shane Walks up to them

“Hey Shane, which one of us in this US Title Tournament tonight? Oh yes we need to figure that out there is only one spot. Okay I’m thinking of a number Sean you go first 8. Chuck says 3 numbers where 9 Sean is in. Sorry Chuck. Chuck shakes Seans hand and tells him to go get it.”

 

US Title Tournament Match: Kanyon defeated Sean O’Haire by pinfall in 12 minutes following a rollup

Rating 58

 

We cut backstage to a frustrated Buff Bagwell.

“ Hudson please explain to me how we are first Nitro and The Buff with The Stuff isn’t facing The new WCW Champion I mean. I didn’t have a fair shot at the belt Sunday. I deserve a one on one match for the belt. I guess I have to make my own opportunities here.”

 

Singles Match: Diamond Dallas Page defeated Jamie Knoble by pinfall in 8 minutes following a Diamond Cutter

Rating 54

 

We cut backstage to Rob Van Dam ready to talk US Title

“For the first time in history Rob Van Dam is on your tv set on WCW Nitro. And wouldn’t you know it I found my way to The US Title Tournament. I am the master of making championships have prestige and I will do that once again here in WCW. WCW fans get ready for mister Wednesday Night Rob Van Dam.”

 

US Title Tournament Match: Rob Van Dam defeated Mark Jindrak by pinfall in 10 minutes following a 5 Star Frog Splash

Rating 61

 

We get a graphic of the final four in The US Title Tournament as Kanyon Rob Van Dam Lance Storm and Johnny The Bull advanced

 

Non Title: Booker T defeated Juvi Guerrera by pinfall in 12 minutes following a Bookend

Rating 64

 

As Booker T is celebrating in the ring Buff Bagwell slides into the ring and lays out Booker T. He holds up The WCW Championship to end the show.

 

Show Rating 41

[The owner says McMahon but not Vince WCW]

WCW Presents Big Bang

May Week 4 2001

Texas Fair Complex Waco Texas

Attendance: 7634

 

Show Opens with the opening Pyro with Shane Mcmahon walking down the ring.

 

“World Championship Wrestling if you don’t know who I am my name is Shane McMahon. A few months ago you heard the name McMahon had bought this company and everyone thought it was my father but no it was myself and a business partner. Someone WCW knows very well. Someone who I am so glad to be working with because he is the only person to defeat my father for 83 weeks. Ladies and Gentlemen please welcome back Eric Bischoff!”

 

Eric Bischoff comes down to the ring to a huge ovation from the WCW crowd.

 

“Thank you Shane. That is right Shane and I have partnered together to bring WCW from the ashes and to challenge not just his father but all of the wrestling world. Now what will this WCW look like in comparison to the old. Shane and I will be working together for all decisions to make sure this company can prosper and be what fans are looking for. The talent we have brought back are all the best wrestlers that AOL did not pay off with their contracts. We also brought in talent WCW has never seen before! “

 

“That’s correct Eric let's make a few match announcements for tonight. The Cruiserweight Championship will be determined tonight in a 3 way ladder match between 3 former champs. Chavo Guerrero vs Billy Kidman vs Shane Helms. The WCW Championship will be determined in a fatal four way between Diamond Dallas Page vs Mike Awesome vs Buff Bagwell vs Booker T. The United States and Tag Titles announcements will be coming soon!”

 

Cruiserweight Showcase: AJ Styles defeats Tajiri, Juvi Guerrera and Christopher Daniels by pinfall in 12 minutes after a Styles Clash to Tajiri

Rating: 51

 

Post Match Scott Hudson catches up AJ Styles after his win.

“AJ that was an impressive win. How does it feel being here in WCW?”

 

“I am proud to be here and to showcase we have the best Cruiserweights in the world and to be champion.”

 

The Camera pans to the back in the locker room door showcasing a major debut here in WCW.

 

Rob Van Dam defeats Elix Skipper by pinfall in 10 minutes after a 5 star frog splash

Rating 63

 

We pan to the back where we are with Diamond Dallas Page

“Yo it’s me it’s me it’s DDP. The master of the diamond cutter is back in WCW. The People Champion is going to not just become the champion of the people tonight but also The WCW Champion to lead the next wave of WCW. You can believe that! Bang!”

 

Tag Team Showcase Sean O’Haire and Chuck Palumbo defeat 3 Count (Moore and Karaigas) by pinfall in 10 minutes when O’Haire hit a Seanton Bomb on Moore.

Rating: 52

 

Post Match 3 count get the assault on Sean and Palumbo until familiar music hits. The Road Warriors are here! They clear the ring to a huge pop! They shake hands with Palumbo and O’Haire.

 

Graphic Shows for The Tournament to crown our WCW United States Champion starts Wednesday on Nitro!

 

Cruiserweight Championship Ladder Match: Chavo Guerrero defeats Billy Kidman and Shane Helms when he retrieved The WCW Cruiserweight Title in 15 minutes 

Rating 52

 

Buff Bagwell is backstage with Scott Hudson.

“Hey Camera guy get a shot of this, that’s right Buff with the stuff is back! As much as I would love to show off my physique tonight is something different, something special. Tonight is the first time Buff Bagwell gets a shot at The WCW Title! Tonight Buff shows he has the stuff to be champion.”

 

Singles Match: Lance Storm defeats Hugh Morris by submission in 12 minutes when he got Morris to submit to a sharpshooter

Rating: 72

 

We Cut to a new sinister man.

“My name is The Sinister Minister James Mitchell. I am the man who brings destruction to every company I come to and WCW will be no different. I am bringing a monster to WCW that will destroy all who stand in our way.”

 

Singles Match: Kanyon defeats Lash Leroux by pinfall in 8 minutes after a flatliner

Rating 62

 

We cut backstage to a former grand slam champion of WCW Booker T.

“WCW is back and so is the best athlete in professional wrestling Booker T Sucka! I am the one the fans want to lead WCW to the promised land. I am the one who did not up and leave for that AOL money. I bought out my contract to return because I love WCW. I love the fans and tonight I will grab The WCW Title and carry WCW.

 

WCW Championship Fatal Four Way: Booker T defeats Diamond Dallas Page Buff Bagwell and Mike Awesome by pinfall  after hitting a scissors kick on Buff Bagwell in 20 minutes.

 

Rating 67

 

Booker T celebrates as he is handed The WCW Championship by the referee

 

Overall Show Rating: 71

 

[WCW: Heart and Soul]

This is by far the best dynasty on this page, I love all the angles and details you have put in and doing some different things, I'm trying to hopefully start one of these soon and wouldn't be opposed to collaboration.