WWF vs. WCW 1991: The Pre-Monday Night War

Tweek It · August 15, 2009

Who is the Nightstalker???

Nightstalker was an early gimmick of Bryan Clarke before he would go on to be Adam Bomb. I can't remember the gimmick. I've seen one picture of him in the gimmick. It looks like a native american gimmick.

Oldschool · August 15, 2009

I remember now... Obviously it was a pretty forgetable gimmick

Greg McNeish · August 16, 2009

<div style="text-align:center;">WWF

The Royal Rumble

Live from Shea Stadium

Home of Major League Baseball's New York Mets....

WWF World Heavyweight Championship

The Ultimate Warrior © vs. 'Macho King' Randy Savage

30 Man, Over-the-Top-Rope, Royal Rumble Match

Featuring:

The Undertaker, Earthquake, Rick 'The Model' Martel, Kerry Von Erich, Tito Santana, Andre the Giant, Hawk, Animal, Jake 'The Snake' Roberts, 'Rowdy' Roddy Piper, and many more....

'The Immortal' Hulk Hogan vs. Sgt Slaughter

WWF Tag Team Championships

The Hart Foundation © vs. The Nasty Boys

The Rhodes Family (Dusty & Dustin) vs. The Million Dollar Corporation (Dibiase & Austin)

WWF Intercontinental Championship

The British Bulldog vs. Mr Perfect ©</div>

beatzNrhymez · August 16, 2009

WWF World Heavyweight Championship

The Ultimate Warrior © vs. 'Macho King' Randy Savage

Let's go Macho King. He was my 2nd choice to take the title from Warrior, but it always bothered me that Dibiase never got a run with it so he won out. By the way, I agree with you, he is like a god.

Royal Rumble Match Featuring:

The Undertaker, Earthquake, Rick 'The Model' Martel, Kerry Von Erich, Tito Santana, Andre the Giant, Hawk, Animal, Jake 'The Snake' Roberts, 'Rowdy' Roddy Piper, and many more....

The safe pick would be The Undertaker (although he has Andre to worry about), but I'm going to go with Piper here, as I would love to see him and Savage fued over the title. Then again, Andre might win it, setting up Savage vs Andre at Wrestlemania. Who knows, Savage might even be able to get a decent match out The Giant, unlike Hogan at WM3. Either way, I'm excited to see the outcome of this one.

'The Immortal' Hulk Hogan vs. Sgt Slaughter

Sgt. Slaughter will order a Big Boot, with a side of Leg Drop to go.

WWF Tag Team Championships

The Hart Foundation © vs. The Nasty Boys

Never liked the Nasty's in WWF, but if you're like me, and itching for Bret to break out into a singles star, he'll lose the titles asap

The Rhodes Family (Dusty & Dustin) vs. The Million Dollar Corporation (Dibiase & Austin)

No way one of my all time favs (Dibiase) loses to a team with Dustin Rhodes on it

WWF Intercontinental Championship

The British Bulldog vs. Mr Perfect ©

Gotta go with Perfect here. Should be a great match.

Oldschool · August 16, 2009

WWF World Heavyweight Championship

The Ultimate Warrior © vs. 'Macho King' Randy Savage

Cant stand the Warrior...Macho Man as champion makes WWF more appealing

30 Man, Over-the-Top-Rope, Royal Rumble Match

Featuring:

The Undertaker, Earthquake, Rick 'The Model' Martel, Kerry Von Erich, Tito Santana, Andre the Giant, Hawk, Animal, Jake 'The Snake' Roberts, 'Rowdy' Roddy Piper, and many more....

Although "many more" has a pretty good chance, I'm going with the start of the build of The Undertaker into the phenom

'The Immortal' Hulk Hogan vs. Sgt Slaughter

I cant believe I'm saying this, but Hogan probably has more upside and another better run in him, than sarge at this point

WWF Tag Team Championships

The Hart Foundation © vs. The Nasty Boys

Cant stand the Nasty Boys...I also dont think we'll see two title changes... HArts win

The Rhodes Family (Dusty & Dustin) vs. The Million Dollar Corporation (Dibiase & Austin)

Start of turning Austin into mega star

WWF Intercontinental Championship

The British Bulldog vs. Mr Perfect ©

Best match of the night Mr. Perfect prevails

Greg McNeish · August 17, 2009

Just a clarification, back in 1991, the Royal Rumble was a stand alone event, and did not have the stipulation that the winner gets a title shot at Wrestlemania. The first year that carried that stipulation was 1993.

I will NOT be using that stipulation. The winner of the Rumble gets a trophy, bragging rights, and a "cash prize". No automatic title shot. Although, it obviously woulnd't hurt their chances of getting one....

beatzNrhymez · August 17, 2009

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="Greg McNeish" data-cite="Greg McNeish" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="23658" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Just a clarification, back in 1991, the Royal Rumble was a stand alone event, and did not have the stipulation that the winner gets a title shot at Wrestlemania. The first year that carried that stipulation was 1993. I will NOT be using that stipulation. The winner of the Rumble gets a trophy, bragging rights, and a "cash prize". No automatic title shot. Although, it obviously woulnd't hurt their chances of getting one....</div></blockquote> You're absolutely right about that one. I have it so embedded in my mind that the winner gets the shot, that I totally forgot about it. Now it would make more sense for The Undertaker to win it, but I'll stick with Piper, seeing as though he's never won the World title, so he can atleast say he won a rumble.

Tweek It · August 17, 2009

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Wednesday, Week 4, January 1991

Baton Rouge River Arena, Baton Rouge LA

10,00 in attendance (SELL OUT!)

Pre-Show

The Patriots defeated Sam Houston and The Juicer in 5:37 when Todd Champion defeated Sam Houston by pinfall with a Shoulderbreaker.

Todd Champion was really off his game tonight. Sam Houston was really off his game tonight. The announcing quality lifted the match. The colour commentary gave the match a boost. This match brought the crowd's mood down.

E

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'War Eagle' Chris Chavis and El Gigante defeated Buddy Landell and Hiroshi Hase in 5:34 when 'War Eagle' Chris Chavis defeated Hiroshi Hase by pinfall with an Indian Death Drop.

Buddy Landell was really off his game tonight. 'War Eagle' Chris Chavis and El Gigante don't work well as a team, their timing is all over the place. The announcing quality lifted the match. The colour commentary gave the match a boost. This match brought the crowd's mood down. El Gigante is improving in Rumble skills.

E+

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Nikita Koloff defeated Joe Gomez in 1:29 by pinfall with a Russian Sickle.

The announcing quality lifted the match. The colour commentary gave the match a boost. Nikita Koloff is improving in Performance skills.

D

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A video recap of some of the major moments from Slamboree plays. Sting and Flair's epic battle. Flyin' Brian become the first Light Heavyweight Champion. Lex Luger retaining his title. Doom and Steiners on a course toward each other.

The Doom vs. Steiner Brothers storyline has continued with this segment.

B+

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Bob Caudle conducts interview with Michael P.S. Hayes, Jimmy Jam Garvin, and their manager; Big Daddy Dink. Hayes mentions that people think that the Freebirds are cracking at the seams, but that is far from true. Garvin talks about his match with Tom Zenk tonight for the Television champion. Garvin tells Zenk and the world that The Freebirds will be right back on track with some gold after tonight.

C-

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Tom Zenk defeated Jimmy Garvin in 8:01 by pinfall with a Flying Drop Kick. Tom Zenk makes defence number 5 of his WCW World Television title.

The announcing quality lifted the match. The colour commentary gave the match a boost.

C

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After Tom Zenk has won the match, Jimmy Garvin gets back into the ring and starts jaw-jacking with The Z-Man. While Z-Man's back in turned, Diamond Dallas Page and Awesome Kong comes out to attack Z-Man. All three men stomp on Z-Man until Brian Pillman rushes the ring to try to help out only to be stopped by the numbers as well. Garvin, Page, and Kong leave with their hands raised and the crowd booing.

The Page vs. Zenk storyline has continued with this segment.

C-

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Power & Glory are interviewed backstage by Gordon Solie, they use this time to hype their upcoming match with The Steiner Brothers.

Gordon Solie conducts an interview with Power & Glory outside the ring. 'Pretty' Paul Roma does all of the talking for his tag team. Roma claims that they were robbed by Reed & Simmons. There was a misjustice when they lose to Doom at Slamboree. Roma claims that Jim Herd has seen the light and given them another chance. While Roma is ranting, Hercules is wrapping and unwrapping the chain from his fist.

The Doom vs. Steiner Brothers storyline has continued with this segment. 'Pretty' Paul Roma is developing better performance skills. Hercules is developing better performance skills.

D

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Oz defeated Ranger Ross in 2:48 by pinfall with a Trip To Oz.

The Gatekeeper did some good work at ringside. The announcing quality lifted the match. The colour commentary gave the match a boost. This match brought the crowd's mood down.

E

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Jushin Thunder Liger and Scorpio defeated Shanghai Pierce and The NightStalker in 7:24 when Jushin Thunder Liger defeated Shanghai Pierce by pinfall with a Brainbuster.

The announcing quality lifted the match. The colour commentary gave the match a boost.

D

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WCW Light Heavyweight Champion Brian Pillman, Terry Funk, and the WCW United States Tag Team Champions Steiner Brothers are in the locker room to share interview time. Pillman first issue a challenge on behalf of himself and Tom Zenk for Page and Awesome Kong to face them in a tag team match anytime and anywhere. Pillman proceeds to talk about how Scotty was a great fighter and he was happy to have fought such a competitor. Funk steps in next and talks about tonight that he will get revenge upon 'Double A' Arn Anderson for the attack a week ago. Funk lets Anderson know that 'this old man is ready to fight' before handing the segment off to the Steiner Brothers. Scott does most of the talking. Scott lets Doom know that their paths are getting closer and closer. Scott Steiner claims that Doom's days as WCW World Tag Team Champions are about over. Scott than goes on to talk about Power & Glory. Scott saids that they aren't going to overlook such a tag team, but Scott feels that himself and his brother are at the top of their game and they won't be stopped anytime soon.

The Doom vs. Steiner Brothers storyline has continued with this segment.

C

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Alexandra York comes out with Richard Morton and Michael Wallstreet. York lets the Louisana crowd know that a new member of The York Foundation has be found and will join tonight after Morton and Wallstreet pick up the victory.

D

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Richard Morton and Michael Wallstreet defeated The Hardliners in 6:50 when Michael Wallstreet defeated Dick Murdoch by pinfall with an Airplane Spin. During the match we also had Dick Murdoch turn on Dirty Dick.

The announcing quality lifted the match. The colour commentary gave the match a boost. Richard Morton is improving in Rumble skills. Michael Wallstreet is improving in Rumble skills. Dick Slater is improving in Rumble skills. Dick Slater is improving in Performance skills.

C-

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After the match; Dick Slater is attacked by his former teammate, Dick Murdoch. Murdoch is soon joined in by Richard Morton and Michael Wallstreet. After the attack, The York Foundation and its newest member walk to the back.

Alexandra York helped Michael Wallstreet during this segment.

C-

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Missy Hyatt conducts an interview with Scotty the Body about his non-title match against Brian Pillman. Scotty tells Missy that tonight he has requested a non-title rematch to prove to the world that he can beat Flyin' Brian. He than states that if he loses that he will leave WCW!

E+

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Brian Pillman defeated Scotty The Body in 10:39 by pinfall with a Missile Dropkick.

Scotty The Body seemed off his game tonight. The announcing quality lifted the match. The colour commentary gave the match a boost. Brian Pillman came out of the match looking good. Scotty The Body is improving in Technical skills.

C-

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A video plays of the Main Event from last week as Arn Anderson interfered and attacked Terry Funk during the match.

B

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Gary Michael Cappetta is conducting an interview with 'The Enforcer' Arn Anderson. Anderson states that he doesn't need the Horsement to back him up and tonight he will prove it against Terry Funk. Anderson claims that he is looking toward WCW gold in the near future once he gets rid of Terry Funk.

B-

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The Steiner Brothers defeated Power & Glory in 8:53 when Scott Steiner defeated 'Pretty' Paul Roma by pinfall, illegally using the ropes for leverage. During the match we also had Butch Reed accidentally hit Herc. The Steiner Brothers make defence number 3 of their WCW United States Tag Team titles.

The announcing quality lifted the match. Scott Steiner looked good out there. Rick Steiner shone in this match. The Doom vs. Steiner Brothers storyline has continued with this match. This match lifted the crowd.

B-

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Following the match, The Steiners are leaving the ringside with their belts as Doom enters the ring and goes nose to nose with Power & Glory. Roma is blaming Doom for their lose. Roma is heard yelling that they would have won the titles if it hadn't been for those two meet heads. Roma and Simmons start arguing leading to punches being through between Roma and Simmons followed by Herc and Reed starting to brawl. Officials and road agents come down to the ring and break-up the fight.

The Doom vs. Steiner Brothers storyline has continued with this segment.

D+

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Arn Anderson defeated Terry Funk in 9:37 by pinfall with a Spinebuster after a distraction from Ric Flair.

This match lifted the crowd. Terry Funk is improving in Performance skills.

B-

Final Rating: C+

Greg McNeish · August 17, 2009

<div style="text-align:center;">WWF This week on Superstars....</div> Hailing from Toledo, Ohio, Superstars is jam-packed with exciting action, as we gear up for the Royal Rumble, on Sunday night. Kerry Von Erich will be in action, as he locks horns with the Middle Eastern soldier, Col Mustafa. Everything is bigger in Texas, including patriots, and Von Erich will be looking to pick one up for America. Can the Texas Tornado rip through Mustafa, or will the veteran Iraqi sympathizer find a way to win? Rick 'The Model' Martel has been commiting crimes in the ring for years, and the law comes a calling, as he steps into the ring with the Big Bossman. Both men will compete in the Royal Rumble match, so you can bet that they'll be looking to send a message to their other opponents, 24 hours before the big match. Who will roll into the Rumble with some added momentum? Superstars will feature a huge tag team main event, as the Legion of Doom face off with two members of Demolition: Smash and Crush. These two teams have been on a collision course since the Legion of Doom debuted in the WWF, last year. Will Ax tip the scales, with the numbers game? Which of these dominant teams will prevail? <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="23658" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">Prediction Key Kerry Von Erich vs. Col Mustafa Big Bossman vs. Rick 'The Model' Martel Legion of Doom vs. Demolition (Smash & Crush)</div></div></blockquote>

beatzNrhymez · August 17, 2009

Kerry Von Erich vs. Col Mustafa

One foot or not, Kerry is still more useful than Khosrow

Big Bossman vs. Rick 'The Model' Martel

There's just too much arrogance for Bossman

Legion of Doom vs. Demolition (Smash & Crush)

Back in the day, I liked Demolition better than LOD... that was until Crush joined the fold and replaced Ax.

Greg McNeish · August 18, 2009

<div style="text-align:center;">WWF

Superstars

Saturday, Week 4, January 1991

Toledo Recreation Center; Toledo, OH

2,000 (Sellout)

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Shane Douglas defeated Billy Smith in 3:43 by pinfall with a Franchiser.

The announcing quality lifted the match. The colour commentary gave the match a boost.

D

Vince McMahon performs an in-ring interview with the Legion of Doom. They talk about facing Demolition in the main event tonight, as well as their participation in the Royal Rumble match.

The performance of Vince McMahon looked good. Road Warrior Animal was a real star in this segment. The Tag Team Titles storyline has continued with this segment. Road Warrior Animal is developing better performance skills. Road Warrior Hawk is learning to show more charisma. Road Warrior Hawk is developing better performance skills.

C

Earthquake and Mr Perfect defeated Chris Walker and Tugboat in 4:32 when Mr Perfect defeated Chris Walker by pinfall with a Perfect Plex.

Jimmy Hart did some good work at ringside. The colour commentary gave the match a boost. The great performance of Mr Perfect really stood out. Chris Walker is improving in Flying skills.

C

Gene Okerlund opens the show by interviewing Bobby 'The Brain' Heenan, who is flanked by his newly reunited tag team, the Powers of Pain. He says that Andre the Giant and The Undertaker have been arguing about who the biggest monster is in the WWF. Well, they can stop fighting, because The Barbarian and The Warlord will be the only truly dominant force in the ring, tomorrow night.

The Andre vs. Undertaker storyline has continued with this segment. This segment lifted the crowd. The Barbarian is developing better performance skills. The Warlord is developing better performance skills.

B-

Kerry Von Erich defeated Col. Mustafa in 4:32 by submission with an Iron Claw.

Kerry Von Erich seemed off his game tonight. Sheik Adnan Al-Kaissey did some good work at ringside. The announcing quality lifted the match. The colour commentary gave the match a boost. Kerry Von Erich is improving in Rumble skills. Col. Mustafa is improving in Performance skills.

D+

'Mean' Gene welcomes 'The Mouth of the South' Jimmy Hart, and the Nasty Boys. Hart says that it was truly a gift that the Nasty Boys have waited a month, since winning the #1 Contenders match, before they take the titles off the Hart Foundation. It gave his former clients the chance to say goodbye to the belts. Jimmy promises that the next time his boys are seen on TV, they will be the World Tag Team Champions.

The Tag Team Titles storyline has continued with this segment. Brian Knobbs is developing better performance skills. Jerry Saggs is developing better performance skills.

C+

Rick 'The Model' Martel defeated Big Bossman in 9:43 by submission with a Boston Crab after blatantly cheating.

Rick 'The Model' Martel and Big Bossman have great chemistry, and it showed in their performances. The colour commentary gave the match a boost.

C+

Gene Okerlund is now joined by the 'Macho King' Randy Savage, and Queen Sherri. Savage asks Okerlund if he saw Warrior's little video, earlier this week. 'Mean' Gene did, and starts saying how impressive The Ultimate Warrior has been, ever since his debut. Savage cuts him off, saying that while Warrior has been running to the ring, and shaking the ropes, the 'Macho King' has been doing what he's been doing all his life, and that's winning. At the Royal Rumble, that difference will be on display for the whole world to see, when he takes the Warrior's World title.

Queen Sherri looked lost out there. The Randy Savage vs. Ultimate Warrior storyline has continued with this segment. This segment lifted the crowd. Queen Sherri is learning to show more charisma.

B+

The Legion Of Doom defeated Demolition in 12:55 when Crush was counted out after being attacked by Jim Neidhart. During the match we also saw Bret Hart run in and attack Smash, and Owen Hart also attack Smash.

Road Warrior Hawk was really off his game tonight. The colour commentary gave the match a boost. Road Warrior Animal looked good out there. The Tag Team Titles storyline has continued with this match. Smash is improving in Rumble skills. Crush is improving in Rumble skills.

C+

A video plays, hyping all the big matches at the Royal Rumble, available only on Pay-Per-View, tomorrow night.

The Randy Savage vs. Ultimate Warrior storyline has continued with this segment. The Hogan vs. Slaughter storyline has continued with this segment. The Andre vs. Undertaker storyline has continued with this segment. This segment lifted the crowd.

A

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Final Rating: B-

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Tweek It · August 20, 2009

Greg is currently working on Royal Rumble, so I'm going to post the Worldwide card until he is ready. He said he will be moving soon so we won't be posting as frequently once that takes place.. <div style="text-align:center;">http://i67.photobucket.com/albums/h291/TweekIt/WCW/WCWWORLDWIDE.png</div> The impressive and undefeated Oz will step into the ring with the veteran Sam Houston. Will Oz stay just as impressive against the crafty Sam Houston or will Houston's experience be able to topple Oz? After the attack and challenge from Saturday Night, Brian Pillman will team with friend, 'Z-Man' Tom Zenk as they take on the tag team of Diamond Dallas Page and the massive Awesome Kong. Will Pillman & Zenk prevail against Page and his massive partner or will the Awesome Kong help Page pick up some revenge on Zenk and Pillman? In Six-Man action, The York Foundation's Richard Morton, Michael Wallstreet, and Mr. Curtis Hughes team up to take on the trio of Big Josh, Joey Maggs, and Doug Furnas as the rumor of Six-Man Tag Team Titles start circulate. What trio will come out on top? Rick and Scott, the Steiner Brothers will defend the World Championship Wrestling United States Tag Team titles against Four Horsemen members' Arn Anderson and Barry Windham. Can the Steiners continue to roll as they get closer and closer to their dance with Doom or will the Horsemen ride? In the main event, another Four Horsemen member will try to gain gold as well. Sid Vicious will take on the NWA World Heavyweight Champion, Sting. Sting's past with Four Horsemen has been well documented in the past. Can Sid Vicious win the World title or will Sting retain? <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="23658" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>PREDICITION Sam Houston versus Oz Brian Pillman & Tom Zenk versus Diamond Dallas Page & Awesome Kong Big Josh, Joey Maggs, and Doug Furnas versus Richard Morton, Michael Wallstreet, and Curtis Hughes The Steiner Brothers versus Arn Anderson & Barry Windham Sid Vicious versus Sting </div></blockquote>

Tweek It · August 21, 2009

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Saturday, Week 4, January 1991

Dover Memorial Hall; Dover, Delware

1886 in attendance

'Heavy Metal' Van Hammer defeated Badstreet in 5:25 by pinfall with a Flashback.

The announcing quality lifted the match. The colour commentary gave the match a boost.

D-

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Rick Rude defeated P.N. News in 6:25 by pinfall with a roll up.

Paul E. Dangerously did some good work at ringside. Rick Rude and Paul E. Dangerously have great chemistry. P.N. News was really off his game tonight. The announcing quality lifted the match. The great performance of Rick Rude really stood out.

C+

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As the victorious Rick Rude walks towards the back, they are interviewed by Magnum T.A.. Rude, short of breath, talks about how this is just the first in many victories, and they will soon be at the top of the world.

After Rude's victory against P.N. News, Rude exits the ring and walks over to Magnum T.A. Paul E. is going on about how Rude will soon become the next World Champion. The next United States champion. Rude has destiny ahead of him, but nobody wants to take the change of losing to him. Rude shows a little fatigue from his match agrees with Dangerously. Rude saids that it is a shame that he isn't getting the respect that he should. Rude tells Sting or Luger that they will soon be seeing more of him.

Paul E. Dangerously helped Rude during this segment. Rick Rude and Paul E. Dangerously have great chemistry.

A

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Arn and Ole and Sid and Windham are interviewed backstage by Missy Hyatt, they use this time to hype themselves up to the moon.

Arn & Ole Anderson, Sid Vicious, and Barry Windham are being interviewed by Missy Hyatt. Noticeable by his absent is 'The Nature Boy' Ric Flair. Ole stands pretty much quiet through out the interview. Barry talks and saids that he was robbed at Slamboree. Windham states that the Total Package cheated. Windham goes on about being robbed, but is cut off by Arn. Arn pipes in and saids that the Horsemen don't whine about losing... they get even or get better. Arn's cut off brings anger to Windham and it shows across his face. Arn goes on about how the Steiners are a step in the right direction for the Horesemen. When 'Double A' finishes, Sid Vicious starts yelling. Sid saids something about 'death', 'pain', 'World title', and 'Sting'. When Sid is done, the Horsemen walk off.

C+

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The Gatekeeper and Oz walks toward the ring while Sam Houston awaits patiently in the ring.

F+

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Oz defeated Sam Houston in 4:24 by pinfall with a Jack-Knife Powerbomb.

Oz was really off his game tonight. The Gatekeeper did some good work at ringside. The announcing quality lifted the match. The colour commentary gave the match a boost. This match brought the crowd's mood down.

E-

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Pillman and Zenk are interviewed backstage by Jim Ross, they use this time to hype themselves up to the moon.

Jim Ross conducts an interview with the WCW Light Heavyweight Champion, Flyin' Brian Pillman and WCW Television Champion, 'Z-Man' Tom Zenk. Pillman and Zenk talk about the tag team match that is coming up against Awesome Kong and Diamond Dallas Page. Pillman and Zenk talks about being champions and their tag team match against Kong and Page. Pillman and Zenk promises a victory and to keep their titles a for awhile.

C

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Pillman and Zenk defeated Diamond Dallas Page and Awesome Kong in 6:01 when Tom Zenk defeated Diamond Dallas Page by pinfall with a Flying Drop Kick.

Awesome Kong was really off his game tonight. The announcing quality lifted the match. The colour commentary gave the match a boost. Brian Pillman looked good out there. Tom Zenk looked good out there. The Page vs. Zenk storyline has continued with this match.

C-

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Alexandra York, Michael Wallstreet, Mr. Curtis Hughes, and Richard Morton comes walking out. They are followed out by Dick Murdoch who is introduced as Dickson Murdoch. Murdoch comes out with slick back hair and looks like he has a little more confidence in himself.

D

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Richard Morton, Michael Wallstreet and Curtis Hughes defeated Big Josh, Joey Maggs and Doug Furnas in 4:50 when Richard Morton defeated Joey Maggs by pinfall with a Flying Knee Drop.

Richard Morton was really off his game tonight. The announcing quality lifted the match. The colour commentary gave the match a boost. This match brought the crowd's mood down.

D-

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The Steiner Brothers and Sting are standing in the back with Jim Ross. Sting talks about his victory against Flair. Sting talks about respect that he has for Flair. Sting mentions Vader, Rude, and the rest of the Horsemen. Sting saids that if there is anybody that wants to face him for the NWA World Heavyweight Champion... they know where to find him. Sting mentions that he isn't going anywhere. The Steiners hype their match against Arn Anderson and Barry Windham tonight. Scott Steiner talks about the Steiner brothers challenging Doom to a title versus title match. Scott tells Teddy Long and Doom to make sure that they are listening and watching because the Steiners are looking for them.

The Doom vs. Steiner Brothers storyline has continued with this segment.

B+

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Arn Anderson & Barry Windham defeated The Steiner Brothers in 7:13 when Rick Steiner was counted out fighting Butch Reed at ringside. During the match we also had Ron Simmons run in and attack S. Steiner.

Arn Anderson was really off his game tonight. Rick Steiner came out of the match looking good. The Doom vs. Steiner Brothers storyline has continued with this match. Rick Steiner is improving in Rumble skills.

C+

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Sting defeated Sid Vicious in 8:14 by submission with a Scorpion Deathlock. Sting makes defence number 3 of his NWA World Heavyweight Championship title.

This match lifted the crowd.

B

Final Rating: B-

Oldschool · August 21, 2009

I like A Doom/Steiners feud....

I also see a slight possibility of a Windham face turn...

I sit in my chair and wonder who is the Gatekeeper???

I throw my remote at the TV, saying what are they doing to Dick Murdoch ;-)

Tweek It · August 21, 2009

I like A Doom/Steiners feud....
I also see a slight possibility of a Windham face turn...
I sit in my chair and wonder who is the Gatekeeper???
I throw my remote at the TV, saying what are they doing to Dick Murdoch ;-)

A Doom/Steiners feud has been drawn out a little, but I feel it works a little bit better than throwing Doom and Steiners straight into a feud. They have both had a decent run so far with the titles. Steiners have been pushed a little bit stronger, but that is the probably because of the terms of a possible Doom break-up.

A Windham face turn could be on the horizon because of two signees coming in the next two months are so. I just need to get Windham a little more momentum before it happens and that is why Steiners took their first tag team lost via count out.

The Gatekeeper is actually Dutch Mantell. I feel that Oz needed somebody to talk for him and I don't know who the hell was behind the mask in the real WCW. With both Deadeye Dick and Black Bart released, I felt Mantell needed something to do other than just help as Road Agent so he took on the moniker of The Gatekeeper and is the manager of Oz.

And...Dick Murdoch. I had to find a replacement for Terry Taylor when he left me and I was trying to figure out who I could put in his place and somewhat fit. The next person to join the Foundation is obvious to anybody that followed WCW by in '90s with Thomas Rich finishing up the puzzle. Murdoch fits..possibly.

Greg McNeish · September 5, 2009

WWF

Royal Rumble

Sunday, Week 4, January 1991

Shea Stadium; New York, NY

50,000 (Sellout)

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The Orient Express defeated Billy Smith and Chris Walker in 4:47 when Kato defeated Chris Walker by pinfall with a Flying Chop.

Mr Fuji did some good work at ringside. The announcing quality lifted the match. The colour commentary gave the match a boost. This match brought the crowd's mood down.

E

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Power and Glory defeated Genichiro Tenryu and Scott Taylor in 3:52 when Paul Roma defeated Scott Taylor by pinfall with a Top Rope Elbow Drop.

Paul Roma was really off his game tonight. Slick did some good work at ringside. The announcing quality lifted the match. The colour commentary gave the match a boost. This match brought the crowd's mood down. Hercules Hernandez is improving in Performance skills. Genichiro Tenryu is improving in Performance skills.

D-

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Tugboat defeated Brooklyn Brawler in 4:18 by pinfall with a Vertical Splash.

Brooklyn Brawler was really off his game tonight. The announcing quality lifted the match. The colour commentary gave the match a boost. This match brought the crowd's mood down.

D-

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An intro video plays, hyping up the big matches of the night, including Hulk Hogan vs. Sgt Slaughter, The Ultimate Warrior vs. 'Macho King' Randy Savage, and the Royal Rumble match.

The Randy Savage vs. Ultimate Warrior storyline has continued with this segment. The Hogan vs. Slaughter storyline has continued with this segment. The Andre vs. Undertaker storyline has continued with this segment. This segment lifted the crowd.

B+

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Intercontinental Championship
British Bulldog vs. Mr Perfect ©

A battle of strength and agility versus technical ability and "strategy". British Bulldog controls the early goings, as he uses his strength to overwhelm Perfect. He backs Perfect into the corner, during a collar and elbow tie-up, hits some slams, and eventually lifts Perfect up for a gorilla press slam. The crowd is on its feet for the Bulldog, and he soaks in their adulation. This is his undoing, as he takes too long to capitalise, and Mr Perfect turns things around with a thumb to the eye. He then starts going to work, picking apart the Bulldog with his undeniable wrestling ability.

The match builds around this dynamic, as the British Bulldog time and again takes the advantage, unleashes some power moves, but fails to capitalise, allowing Mr Perfect to gain the advantage.

In the end, Bulldog lifts Mr Perfect up for the Running Powerslam, but Perfect slips down his back, and shoves him sternum-first into the turnbuckle. One Perfect Plex later, and the British Bulldog's quest for singles gold comes up short.

Mr Perfect defeated British Bulldog in 17:10 by pinfall with a Perfect Plex.

Mr Perfect makes defence number 2 of his WWF Intercontinental title.

British Bulldog was visibly tiring toward the end. The Intercontinental Title storyline has continued with this match. Mr Perfect is improving in Rumble skills.

C+

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The Rhodes Family vs. The Million Dollar Corporation
Dusty & Dustin Rhodes vs. Ted Dibiase & 'Stunning' Steve Austin

Dusty Rhodes is very anxious to start the match, and calls out the Million Dollar Man. Dibiase stalls, before slowly entering the ring. Dusty moves towards him with a purpose, and Dibiase ducks through the ropes. As the ref backs up Rhodes, 'Stunning' Steve Austin blindsides him, and Dibiase exits the ring, content to let his young prodigy do the work.

Austin uses the early advantage to control the American Dream. Once the situation is in hand, Dibiase enters the ring, and begins going to town on Dusty. The Million Dollar Corporation utilize their terrific technical ability to keep the pace slow, cutting Rhodes off whenever the crowd charges him up. This dynamic continues for quite some time, with Dusty keeping the crowd in it, with his unmatched charisma, as the face-in-peril. Dustin Rhodes wills his father on, but Dusty is never quite able to tag his son into the match.

Eventually, of course, Dusty Rhodes is able to get enough breathing space to get the hot tag, and Dustin explodes into action, sending 'Stunning' Steve to the floor, and lighting up the Million Dollar Man.

Dusty Rhodes is able to recover, while his son gets a bunch of offense in, and eventually requests the tag. He comes back into the match, with the tables turned on the Million Dollar Corporation. At this point, Virgil inserts himself, distracting Dusty Rhodes long enough for 'Stunning' Steve Austin to regain the momentum. He isn't able to maintain it for long, though, as Dusty has caught a second wind. Virgil again tries to insert himself, but Dustin Rhodes comes flying around the ring, and gets into a brawl with Dibiase's servant.

Unfortunately, this leaves Dusty Rhodes in a two-on-one situation, and with two wrestlers of Dibiase and Austin's calibur, it's just too big of an obstacle to overcome. Ted Dibiase locks in the Million Dollar Dream, on the American Dream, and picks up the victory.

Million Dollar Corporation defeated The Rhodes Family in 13:34 when Million Dollar Man defeated Dusty Rhodes by submission with a Million Dollar Dream. During the match we also had Virgil run in and attack Dustin.

The colour commentary gave the match a boost. The great performance of Million Dollar Man really stood out. The Dibiase vs. Rhodes storyline has continued with this match. Million Dollar Man is improving in Performance skills. Dustin Rhodes is improving in Technical skills.

C+

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Gene Okerlund is conducting an interview with Bret Hart, when Demolition rush in and attack The Hitman. He is left on the floor, clearly hurt. The Tag Team Title match is next, and it looks like Bret Hart canot compete.

The Tag Team Titles storyline has continued with this segment. Bret Hart is developing better performance skills. Crush is developing better performance skills.

C+

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WWF Tag Team Championships
The Hart Foundation © vs. The Nasty Boys
Jim 'The Anvil' Neidhart & Owen Hart (sub for Bret) vs. Brian Knobbs & Jerry Saggs

The Hart Foundation is visibly shaken, over the attack on Bret. Owen especially seems a little lost, as he had shown up tonight not knowing that he'd be wrestling, let alone defending his brother's championship. That said, their competitive spirits were fueled by that urgency, and they were able to hold their own, in the early stages of the match.

For several minutes, neither team was able to sustain any momentum. Eventually, Jim 'The Anvil' Neidhart was able to land a series of powerful slams, and the Hart Foundation took control. Owen demonstrated a lot of the same talent and mannerisms that had led to Bret's rise to stardom, as he seamlessly tagged with Neidhart, as if they'd been doing it for years.

The Nasty Boys proved why they were the top contenders, as they battled back, and were able to slow the pace down to their level. Back and forth the match went, until Owen Hart was isolated, and beaten down. It became evident that the unexpected nature of the match left his tank a little empty, and the Nasty Boys exploited that. Just when things looked to be at their worst, Bret 'Hitman' Hart slowly limped out to ringside, and started cheering on his little brother. This re-energized the younger Hart, and Owen broke free, and made the much-needed tag to Jim Neidhart.

The Anvil came in a house of fire, and just unloaded on the Nasty Boys. He was in complete control, when 'The Mouth of the South' Jimmy Hart climbed up on the apron, drawing Neidhart's attention. Big Jim took a swing, narrowly missing the megaphone waving Hart. He glared down at his former manager, and told him to stay back. He then turned back to the action, but was met by a thunderous blow from Brian Knobbs.

Neidhart was able to use his strength to get some seperation, and made the tag back to a rested Owen Hart. At this same time, Bret Hart started getting into it a bit with Jimmy Hart, drawing the ire of Jerry Saggs. Saggs stalked the injured Bret, bringing over Jim 'The Anvil' Neidhart. As he closed in, Jimmy Hart gave him a big thump on the head with the megaphone, dropping Big Jim.

Meanwhile, Owen Hart connected with a massive enzigura on Brian Knobbs, in the middle of the ring. He was about to go for the cover, when he noticed his older brother in trouble, and rushed out to help him. With the referee now watching outside the ring, Jimmy Hart wasn't able to intervene, and Owen got the seperation he wanted, between Jerry Saggs and his brother Bret.

Owen returned to the ring, and looked to finish the match, but Brian Knobbs had had the time to recover, and turned the tables on Owen. Within moments, the young Hart found himself in the disgusting Pit Stop finisher, and the Nasty Boys became the new WWF Tag Team Champions.

The Nasty Boys defeated The New Hart Foundation in 14:38 when Brian Knobbs defeated Owen Hart by submission with a Pit Stop.

During the match we also saw Bret Hart run in and attack Saggs, and also distract Owen.

The Nasty Boys win the WWF World Tag Team titles.

Jimmy Hart did some good work at ringside. Brian Knobbs and Jimmy Hart are a good pairing, they play off each other well. The announcing quality lifted the match. The colour commentary gave the match a boost. The Tag Team Titles storyline has continued with this match. Jerry Saggs is improving in Technical skills. Jim Neidhart is improving in Performance skills.

D+

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'The Immortal' Hulk Hogan vs. Sgt Slaughter

To counteract the numbers game, Hulk Hogan was accompanied to the ring by 'Hacksaw' Jim Duggan.

Nobody expected this to be anything other than a brawl, and that's exactly what they got. Hogan opened things up to the crowd's delight. The first couple minutes are all Hogan, with Slaughter looking helpless. Col Mustafa inserts himself, but that just gives Hogan two Iraqi sympathizers to beat on. Seeing this, Sheik Adnan steps up onto the apron. Hogan sees this, and gives him and Col Mustafa the double noggin-knocker. This, however, gives Sgt Slaughter the time he needed to recover, and he takes the opportunity to grab the advantage.

From there, Slaughter really works over Hogan, for quite some time. Hogan slowly fades away, and things look bleak for the former two-time World Champion. Slaughter eventually locks in the Cobra Clutch, and Hogan is in trouble.

Cue Hogan to Hulk Up.

A comeback and a leg drop later, and the Real American vanquishes the turncoat.

Hulk Hogan defeated Sgt. Slaughter in 12:40 by pinfall with a Big Boot and Leg Drop.

Sgt. Slaughter was visibly tiring toward the end. Col. Mustafa did some good work at ringside. Hulk Hogan and Sgt. Slaughter don't seem to click, and it made for an awkward bout. The colour commentary gave the match a boost. The Hogan vs. Slaughter storyline has continued with this match.

B-

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Hulk Hogan & 'Hacksaw' Jim Duggan celebrate, posing with American flags.

The performance of Hulk Hogan looked good. Jim Duggan did not come out of this looking good. The Hogan vs. Slaughter storyline has continued with this segment. This segment lifted the crowd.

B+

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A video plays, showing the history of the Royal Rumble match, then transitioning into the competitors in this year's match.

The Randy Savage vs. Ultimate Warrior storyline has continued with this segment. The Andre vs. Undertaker storyline has continued with this segment. This segment lifted the crowd.

B+

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Royal Rumble

The unlucky fellow to have drawn #1 in this year's Royal Rumble is Marty Jannetty. Always the competitive type, he doesn't look disappointed with the drawing, and gets limber in the ring, waiting for his first opponent. His warm-up is stopped short, when the #2 entrant is none other than Shawn Michaels, his tag team partner.

The Rockers slap hands in the ring, and slowly circle each other. Soon, the speed gets dialed up, and they begin flying around the ring, in the style that has made them famous. They are both still going full throttle, when the #3 man, 'Playboy' Buddy Rose, makes his way out to the ring. Not quite a repeat of their AWA days, The Rockers team up, and quickly send Rose out of the ring. They then circle each other again, and start to go at it, until an even bigger man spoils the party, when Earthquake is #4.

The Rockers try to use the same approach they did with Buddy Rose, but Earthquake is able to withstand the assault, and answer back. Things get worse for the Rockers, when Rick 'The Model' Martel is #5. He sends Shawn Michaels over the ropes, to the floor, just as time expires, and the Big Bossman comes rushing out.

Soon, Haku and Road Warrior Animal have joined the fray, with Earthquake eliminating the Bossman, before Animal showed off his impressive strength, sending Earthquake crashing to the floor. Tito Santana is #9, and immediately goes after his former tag team partner, Rick 'The Model' Martel. Martel is able to evade the conflict, and Animal pairs off with Santana, while Haku puts the pressure on a wounded Marty Jannetty. The Model rests in a corner, before moving towards Haku and Jannetty. Haku turns to Rick Martel, and the Model looks worried, before he brokers a deal. Could the self-professed 'top free agent' be signing with Slick?

The party doesn't last long, as the #10 man is Jake 'The Snake' Roberts, who slithers his way into the ring, and immediately sends Rick Martel over to the floor. Roberts stares down at The Model, clearly pleased to have gotten this measure of revenge against the man who blinded him, back in October. Roberts then helps Marty Jannetty break free of Haku. From behind, Rick 'The Model' Martel re-enters the ring, and dumps Jake Roberts over the top rope. He gets in a parting shot, as officials usher him to the back. Roberts is furious, as the referees inform him that he has been eliminated.

The next entrants are 'Hacksaw' Jim Duggan, and 'Superfly' Jimmy Snuka, with the Honky Tonk Man at lucky #13. These minutes see Animal eliminate Tito Santana, before being taken out by Haku. Road Warrior Hawk comes in at #14, and avenges his partner, by tossing Haku.

The Honky Tonk Man - always a sporting fellow - sets his sights on the quickly tiring Marty Jannetty, and leans into him, on the ropes. Just as things look to be over for the Rocker, Jannetty gets a leg scissors around Honky's head, and pulls the former Intercontinental champion out of the ring. Jannetty slides in underneath the bottom rope, and stays alive.

Shane Douglas comes out at #15, before Demolition Smash enters the breach. Marty Jannetty's impressive run is ended by Smash, after an unbelievable 21 minutes.

The next three men enter without further eliminations, as The Warlord, a returning Tony Atlas, and Dino Bravo pile into the ring. Things get rather crowded, and something has to give. As the #20 man makes his entrance, something does. The Barbarian joins his partner, The Warlord, in the ring, and the Powers of Pain start piling on the eliminations. Tony Atlas and Shane Douglas are quickly disposed of, as Jim Duggan and Jimmy Snuka take care of Demolition Smash. The Powers of Pain end Jim Duggan's night, just as Max Moon comes in at #21.

Road Warrior Hawk takes out Dino Bravo, before turning into a double team from the Powers of Pain. Hawk joins his partner on the elimination list, while Max Moon and Jimmy Snuka team up to take on the Powers of Pain. They make quick work of Max Moon, before laying a serious beating on Jimmy Snuka. They are just about to finish the job, when the 'Texas Tornado', Kerry Von Erich, rushes in to make the save. He pulls The Warlord away from Snuka, and starts unloading on The Barbarian. Snuka recovers, and takes over on The Barbarian, as Von Erich turns his attention to The Warlord. Soon, both members of the Powers of Pain are leaning heavy against the ropes, with Snuka and Von Erich standing tall in the middle of the ring. They nod to each other, and simulataniously rush their chosen opponents, to clothesline them over the ropes. Unfortunately, both The Barbarian and The Warlord see it coming, and back body drop Jimmy Snuka and Kerry Von Erich out of the Rumble. The Powers of Pain stand unopposed in the ring, as they wait for time to tick down.

Out next is a surprise entrant, as former NWA World Heavyweight Champion, Terry Funk, is #23. He is the first contracted WCW wrestler to ever compete in the WWF Royal Rumble. This historic occassion isn't a pleasant one, as The Powers of Pain unleash their full arsenal on Funk. He shows some life, answering back on both men, but the odds are just too great, and Terry Funk in eliminated, allowing the Powers of Pain to once again stand alone in the ring, waiting for their opponent.

Following that dominant performance, nobody envies the #24 entrant, but there's no quit in this man, as 'Rowdy' Roddy Piper steps out, and heads to the ring. He shows his legendary fire, and immediately takes it to the Powers of Pain, unloading with fists flying. Just as before, though, the numbers game works against him, and the Powers of Pain regain the advantage. Roddy Piper looks to be joining fellow veteran Terry Funk, in the locker room, but the buzzer sounds, and the cavalry arrives. Very big cavalry. VERY big cavalry.

Andre the Giant

The Powers of Pain leave Piper in a heap, and focus on the monstrous Frenchman. They fire big shots at the Giant, but Andre just shrugs them off, before stunning both men with consecutive headbutts. He follows that up with a double noggin-knocker. Andre then shows that as big as he is, he's all heart, by checking on the wounded Piper. The Powers of Pain look to capitalize, but now they have two legends ready and waiting for them.

The tide has turned, as The Mountie comes in at #26. He goes after Roddy Piper, looking to find an opening, and strikes while the iron's hot. This frees up both members of the Powers of Pain to go after Andre the Giant. Unlike their first attempt, this time they are able to gain an advantage. Greg 'The Hammer' Valentine is #27, and becomes an unlikely ally for Andre the Giant, as he grabs the Barbarian from behind, tossing him into the turnbuckle. This allows Andre to get The Warlord off his feet, sending him to the floor. Andre once again goes to help Roddy Piper, who is on the verge of elimination, at the hands of The Mountie, as Greg Valentine wraps The Barbarian's leg around the ropes in the corner.

This is the scene as Demolition Crush enters the match. He blindsides Andre the Giant, and staggers the big man. He holds his own against his much larger opponent, as the time ticks by without any further eliminations. The buzzer sounds, and #29 makes his entrance. All hell breaks loose. The next entrant in the 1991 Royal Rumble is... The Undertaker.

The Undertaker immediately makes an impact, as he pulls Demolition Crush off Andre the Giant, and unceremoniously dumps him over the top rope. Taker then draws his thumb across his throat, while rolling his eyes back, clearly sending a message to Andre the Giant. Andre responds by walking over to Greg Valentine, who is starting to maneuver The Barbarian over the top rope, and tosses both men out. He then turns back to The Undertaker, lifts one of his massive hands, and raises two fingers. Not to be outdone, The Undertaker turns to Roddy Piper and The Mountie, grabs them both by the throat, and throws them both to the floor, in a modified form of his trademark chokeslam.

The Undertaker and Andre the Giant are now alone in the ring, and it's clear from both men's body language that this is exactly how they wanted it to be. The slowly walk to the middle of the ring, and stare into each other's eyes. The crowd is at a frenzy, as this is quite possibly the biggest staredown in wrestling history.

They two men seem just about to come to blows, when the buzzer announces the entrance of the 30th and final man in this year's Royal Rumble, the United States Champion, 'The Total Package' Lex Luger.

The Undertaker is furious at the sight of Luger interrupting his showdown with Andre. As Luger enters the ring, he joins the two colossal men in the center of the ring, showing no fear. He probably should have, though, because The Undertaker used his shocking quickness to land a huge uppercut on Lex, before he jumped Andre, causing the Giant to stumble back into the corner. Once there, The Undertaker unloads with lefts and rights to the body of Andre, driving all the air out of his massive lungs. Lex Luger recovers, and violently spins The Undertaker around, before landing a big right hand. This doesn't faze Taker, so Luger hits him again, harder. This only makes The Undertaker angrier, and he grabs Luger by the throat with both hands, tossing him clear across the ring. The Undertaker looks at both men, leaning against opposite turnbuckles, and moves towards Lex Luger, wanting to leave Andre for last.

The Undertaker wraps a hand around Luger's throat, and pulls him to his feet. Without loosening his grip, he presses his weight forward, edging Luger ever closer to elimination. This is when Andre the Giant grabs hold of The Undertaker's legs, and flips him over the ropes. This causes Lex Luger to go over as well. Due to his size, The Undertaker hits the floor first, actually landing on his feet, as Luger lands hard beside him. Andre the Giant begins his celebration, while The Undertaker stands motionless, staring daggers back into the ring. He then slowly walks to the back, as Andre the Giant is announced as the winner of the 1991 Royal Rumble.

Andre the Giant won The Royal Rumble in 57:55.

Crush was really off his game tonight. Haku was really off his game tonight. Jake Roberts seemed off his game tonight. Rick 'The Model' Martel was really off his game tonight. Shane Douglas seemed off his game tonight. Tony Atlas has now switched to a Grizzled Veteran gimmick. It has gotten an initial C+ rating. The Tag Team Titles storyline has continued with this match. The Snake vs. Model storyline has continued with this match. The Andre vs. Undertaker storyline has continued with this match. Andre the Giant is improving in Technical skills.

B-

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Gorilla Monsoon presents Andre the Giant with the Royal Rumble trophy, and a cheque for $25,000.

This segment lifted the crowd. Andre the Giant is developing better performance skills.

B

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WWF World Championship
The Ultimate Warrior © vs. 'Macho King' Randy Savage

Randy Savage is clearly quite confident in his own abilities, and this is never more clear, than in the opening moments of this match, as he repeatedly tries to out-muscle The Ultimate Warrior, to no prevail. When this approach has proven to have completely fallen apart, Savage switches gears, and tries to evade the Warrior, stalling outside the ring, and grabbing the ropes, frustrating the fired up Champion. The Macho King isn't able to get away completely, though, and Warrior is able to land some punishing blows, whenever he gets his hands on Savage.

This all turns around when Queen Sherri makes her presence known, distracting Warrior long enough for Savage to take the advantage. He goes to work with his incredible arsenal of power moves, technical holds, and aerial maneuvers. Warrior shows his resiliance, seemingly shrugging off the damage, and turning the tables on Savage. As Queen Sherri looks to do her managerial duties a second time, she is stopped by the arrival of none other than 'The Immortal' Hulk Hogan. Hogan stays at ringside, to even the odds for the Warrior.

Warrior continues the assault, and looks to have the match in hand when he lifts Savage up for the Press Slam, but Macho King rakes the eyes of the champion, and dumps him to the outside, much to the referee's chagrin. While Savage keeps the ref occupied, Queen Sherri comes around the ring, ready to drill Warrior. She stops short when Hulk Hogan steps in her path. He shakes his finger at Sherri, and she tries to back away. There's no escape, though, as Hogan stays right on top of her. This draws the referee's attention, as he tries to keep the two seperated.

This is all the distraction Randy Savage needs to drill The Ultimate Warrior in the head with his sceptre. Warrior drops like he's been shot, and the Macho King starts to ascend the turnbuckles. The crowd is in shock, as Savage lands the elbow drop, calls the ref over, and gets the three count. Hulk Hogan, who had still been following Queen Sherri, suddenly looks up, at the sound of the bell, and is visibly distraught at not being able to help his friend.

Randy Savage defeated The Ultimate Warrior in 11:39 by pinfall with a Macho Elbow Drop. During the match we also had Hulk Hogan distract Warrior.

Randy Savage wins the WWF World Heavyweight title.

The Ultimate Warrior was exhausted by the end. The match suffered because there was not enough selling shown. The Randy Savage vs. Ultimate Warrior storyline has continued with this match. This match lifted the crowd.

B

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'Macho King' Randy Savage celebrates his World Title win with Queen Sherri, as The Ultimate Warrior looks on, with a clear look of disgust on his face. Hulk Hogan dejectedly walks away, after having inadvertently created the distraction that led to Warrior's loss. The show goes off the air, with the image of the new champion holding the belt high.

The Randy Savage vs. Ultimate Warrior storyline has continued with this segment. This segment lifted the crowd.

A*

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Final Rating: B+

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Tweek It · September 6, 2009

Awesome Royal Rumble, sir. Just awesome. Great to see Marty going almost half an hour.

Oldschool · September 6, 2009

Great Royal Rumble show... Glad to see you guys back at it... I just wonder how Tweek It will take Terry Funk's quick exit from the Royal Rumble... 2 Big title changes... One makes me glad and the other sad as I'm not a fan of the Nasy Boys, but am glad to see Warrior drop the title and what will ensue ith Hogan could be interesting... Nice job getting over several wrestlers in the rumble itself (Janetty, Powers of Pain, even Honky loking for the easy prey, in particular.

Greg McNeish · September 6, 2009

Thanks guys. Sorry it took so long to get up. I moved last Sunday, and had some problems getting my computer to work with the network here. Things should be back to normal now.

I'll get some Royal Rumble stats up, since I know everyone loves those (Tweek specifically asked me for them, about a month ago), and the Primetime Wrestling preview will be up shortly.

Cheers!

beatzNrhymez · September 6, 2009

I'm also glad to see you guys back it. Been anticipating the Royal Rumble show for a while, and it didn't disappoint one bit.

Will be interesting to see if Warrior will get a rematch, or will Hogan or Andre get a shot at the title.

Seems as though Andre and The Undertaker have some unfinished business, so I'm sure that knocks him out. Then Hogan and Warrior also look like they may be at odds now, so it's all up in the air.

Greg McNeish · September 10, 2009

WWF

This week on Primetime Wrestling....

One night after an unbelievable Royal Rumble from Shea Stadium, the World Wrestling Federation heads up the coast, to the Boston Gardens, for Primetime.

'Hacksaw' Jim Duggan stood in the corner of Hulk Hogan, as the former two-time champion defeated Sgt Slaughter. Tonight, they'll be teaming up, as Slaughter looks for revenge, teaming with Col Mustafa. Will lightning strike twice for the Hulkster, or will the anti-Americans stop Hulkamania in its tracks?

The British Bulldog came up short, in his bid to become Intercontinental Champion, but definitely showed the promise to be a future player. He aims to get things back on track, as he faces 'Playboy' Buddy Rose. Will the Bulldog regain his momentum, or will he get played by the Playboy?

Speaking of the Intercontinental Champion, Mr Perfect will once again be defending his title, as he faces the now former-Tag Team Champion, Bret 'The Hitman' Hart. Hart was viciously attacked last night, by Demolition, and was forced to sit out his scheduled match. Is Bret fully healed? Can he turn tag team gold into singles gold, or will Mr Perfect live up to his name, and continue on as champion?

'Rowdy' Roddy Piper will again be hosting Piper's Pit with WWF President, Gorilla Monsoon. Monsoon has promised to deliver the biggest main event in Primetime Wrestling history, but is saving that announcement for the show. What could he have in store for the fans of the WWF? Tune in to find out.

Prediction Key

Hulk Hogan & 'Hacksaw' Jim Duggan vs. Sgt Slaughter & Col Mustafa

British Bulldog vs. 'Playboy' Buddy Rose

Intercontinental Championship
Bret Hart vs. Mr Perfect

Tweek It · September 10, 2009

Woot, back up and running baby!

Did I send you the right file on the 29th of last month? I sent a buddy of mine the game on accident back on that day and I was wondering if I sent you the wrong file or not..

Greg McNeish · September 10, 2009

WWF

Primetime Wrestling

Monday, Week 1, February 1991

Boston Garden; Boston, MA

14,673

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Nikolai Volkoff defeated Billy Smith in 3:42 by pinfall with a Russian Back Breaker.

Billy Smith was really off his game tonight. The announcing quality lifted the match. The colour commentary gave the match a boost. This match brought the crowd's mood down. Nikolai Volkoff is improving in Performance skills.

E+

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Jesse 'The Body' Ventura interviews the British Bulldog. They talk about Bulldog's gutsy effort against Mr Perfect, at the Royal Rumble. Davey Boy Smith says that after so many years as a tag team wrestler, he's still got more to learn as a singles competitor. He's still young, and won't let this be a setback to his development, or his career.

This segment lifted the crowd. British Bulldog is developing better performance skills.

B-

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Tito Santana defeated Big Bully Busick in 4:18 by pinfall with a Flying Forearm.

Tito Santana and Big Bully Busick have pretty good chemistry, and it lifted the match. The announcing quality lifted the match. The colour commentary gave the match a boost. Tito Santana came out of the match looking good.

D+

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A video plays, recapping the results of the Royal Rumble PPV. All the big matches are covered, including the new World Champion and Tag Team Champions, as well as the Royal Rumble match itself, won by Andre the Giant.

The World Title storyline has continued with this segment. The Taker vs. Andre storyline has continued with this segment. This segment lifted the crowd.

B+

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'Rowdy' Roddy Piper hosts another edition of Piper's Pit. His guest this week, like last week, is the President of the World Wrestling Federation, Gorilla Monsoon. They talk about how great the show was last night, and Monsoon congratulates Piper on his strong showing in the Royal Rumble match itself. Piper thanks him, and says that there's no shame in losing to Andre the Giant. Monsoon agrees, and makes a major announcement. Tonight's main event will feature the new WWF World Champion, 'Macho King' Randy Savage, making his first title defense against none other than the winner of last night's Royal Rumble, Andre the Giant.

The World Title storyline has continued with this segment. The Taker vs. Andre storyline has continued with this segment. This segment lifted the crowd.

B+

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Hulk Hogan and Jim Duggan defeated Sgt. Slaughter and Col. Mustafa in 9:56 when Hulk Hogan defeated Sgt. Slaughter by pinfall with a Big Boot and Leg Drop.

Col. Mustafa was visibly tiring toward the end. Sheik Adnan Al-Kaissey did some good work at ringside. The announcing quality lifted the match. The colour commentary gave the match a boost. Hulk Hogan looked good out there. The Duggan vs. Slaughter / Mustafa storyline has continued with this match. Col. Mustafa is improving in Performance skills.

C

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Gene Okerlund is joined by Rick 'The Model' Martel. Martel goes through his usual arrogant routine, before Harvey Wippleman shows up. Wippleman says that he's heard that Martel is looking for representation, and that he should look no further than The Wipple Man. Martel laughs at Wippleman, and says that The Model is way out of his league. Martel walks off, still laughing, while Wippleman stands in shock.

The performance of Gene Okerlund looked good.

C

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British Bulldog defeated Buddy Rose in 7:14 by pinfall with a 2nd Rope Clothesline.

British Bulldog seemed off his game tonight. The announcing quality lifted the match. The colour commentary gave the match a boost.

C+

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'Mean' Gene Okerlund welcomes 'The Mouth of the South' Jimmy Hart, and the new WWF Tag Team Champions, The Nasty Boys. Jimmy Hart says that he told Mean Gene, and the whole world, that the Nasty Boys would be champions, and that's exactly what they are. The Hart Foundation can make all the excuses they want, about Demolition attacking Bret Hart, but the fact of the matter is that the Nasty Boys are the best tag team in the world, and the belts that they wear are the proof.

The Tag Team Titles storyline has continued with this segment. Brian Knobbs is developing better performance skills. Jerry Saggs is improving at acting. Jerry Saggs is learning to show more charisma. Jerry Saggs is developing better performance skills.

B-

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Mr Perfect defeated Bret Hart in 13:39 by pinfall with a Perfect Plex.

Mr Perfect makes defence number 3 of his WWF Intercontinental title.

Owen Hart joined commentary for the match.

Jesse Ventura and Owen Hart have pretty good chemistry when calling matches together. This match lifted the crowd. Mr Perfect is improving in Performance skills.

B

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A taped promo is played, featuring The Ultimate Warrior. Warrior vows revenge against all those that stand before him. He tells the 'Macho King' that the Warrior never sleeps, the Warrior never hesitates, and the Warrior never rests until he is feeding on the broken bodies of those that stand before him.

The World Title storyline has continued with this segment. This segment lifted the crowd.

A*

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Randy Savage defeated Andre the Giant in 12:21 by pinfall after a distraction from The Undertaker.

Randy Savage makes defence number 1 of his WWF World Heavyweight title.

Andre the Giant was visibly tiring toward the end. The colour commentary gave the match a boost. The Taker vs. Andre storyline has continued with this match. This match lifted the crowd. Andre the Giant is improving in Technical skills.

B

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After the bell, The Undertaker enters the ring, and begins to unload on Andre the Giant. Randy Savage joins in, but acts more as a distraction, to ensure that The Undertaker retains the upper hand. That is until Hulk Hogan rushes out from the back, and chases Savage off. Hogan clotheslines The Undertaker over the top rope, but The Deadman lands on his feet. The heels make their way to the back, while Hogan checks on his old friend.

Andre the Giant looked dreadful in this segment. The World Title storyline has continued with this segment. The Taker vs. Andre storyline has continued with this segment. This segment lifted the crowd.

A*

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Final Rating: B

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Greg McNeish · September 10, 2009

WWF

This week on the Wrestling Challenge....

The World Wrestling Federation returns to Canada, as we roll into Moncton, New Brunswick, in the heart of the Maritimes.

The New Hart Foundation, with Owen Hart standing in his brother's place beside Jim 'The Anvil' Neidhart, will face Dino Bravo and Earthquake, both hailing from Canada. Bravo and Earthquake challenged the Hart Foundation for the Tag Team Titles, and came up short. With their partners under Jimmy Hart, The Nasty Boys, now wearing the gold, they look for revenge. Can young Owen Hart fill his brother's shoes, or will this match mirror the Royal Rumble?

Another Canadian, Rick 'The Model' Martel, will be looking to make a grand statement, and erase the memory of his early exit from the Royal Rumble, when he takes on The Ultimate Warrior. This will be Warrior's first match since losing the World Title. Is this Martel's chance to capitalize on a wounded opponent, or with the Warrior put himself back in the hunt?

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The New Hart Foundation vs. Dino Bravo & Earthquake

The Ultimate Warrior vs. Rick 'The Model' Martel

Oldschool · September 11, 2009

The New Hart Foundation vs. Dino Bravo & Earthquake

Here's Owens chance to shine.... If it were two maybe three years earlier I'd go with Bravo & Quake

The Ultimate Warrior vs. Rick 'The Model' Martel

As much as I'd like Martel to win... Warrior needs the win after dropping the title, unless you just decide to bury him and if thats the case... I am on board with that!

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