Wrestling Review 83(RealWorld 1983)

lod619 · February 9, 2015

Enjoy this dynasty you very much captured that very old-school realistic feel.

Thanks CPBHBK appreciate the positive feedback. And to everyone else who has taken a look or left a comment thank you. Like I said I'm new to all this,not any kind of writer or all that creative(obviously),just trying to recapture a little of what I grew up on.

lod619 · February 12, 2015

Wrestling Review(March 1983)

All Star Wrestling

Minneapolis. MN. WTCN Studios

Sgt.Jacques Goulet defeated Jake "Milkman"Milliman with the Scorpion Claw

Baron Von Raschke defeated Jimmy Doo

Ken Patera w/Bobby Heenan defeated Tony Leone

Wahoo McDaniel defeated Blackie Guzman

Gene Okerulund

Let me bring in the Incredible Hulk Hogan for a moment. Hulkster

as a result of winning a big $25,000 dollar battle royal at the Showboat

Sports Pavilion in Las Vegas last month you get another chance to face

AWA World champion Nick Bockwinkel in Las Vegas. Your thoughts?

Hulk Hogan

Mean Gene I am so pumped to get back to Vegas and the Showboat. To get

my hands on Bockwinkel one more time.

Gene Okerlund

The sports book at the Showboat has you as a 9-1 favorite going into

the match.

Hulk Hogan

They say there are no sure things in life but death and taxes, well I'm

adding another sure thing, Hulk Hogan AWA World Champion. In Vegas they

call slot machines one armed bandits because they take all your money,

well I'm gonna introduce Bockwinkel to a 2 armed bandit with 24 inch pythons

that's only interested in one thing taking the World title brother!

Gene Okerlund

Folks tickets are still available. Nick Bockwinkel vs Hulk Hogan

for the World title. Get them before they are all gone.

Gene Okerlund

Bobby Heenan you must be worried that your man Nick Bockwinkel has to enter the ring against an incredibly focused Hulk Hogan.

Bobby Heenan

Hogan's lost it, out here talking about one and two armed bandits

He must of been in the Vegas desert too long,the heat got to him. He started seeing mirages and hallucinating.

Gene Okerlund

You have to admit the man is a threat. The sports books have him as a favorite over Nick Bockwinkel.

Bobby Heenan

You want to talk about the betting line, over at Caesars Palace

Nick Bockwinkel is 50-1 favorite over Hogan. Because like most

everyone else who goes to Las Vegas, they walk in with big dreams

and leave as losers, just like Hogan is going to. After Bockwinkel

is done with Hogan he's just gonna be another pathetic sap panhandling

for bus fare on the Strip.

Gene Okerlund

Bobby Heenan let's talk about Blackjack Lanza and the problems that

have developed over these last few weeks

(Blackjack Lanza-One of the most dangerous men to ever step foot in the ring.)

Bobby Heenan

The Heenan Family is made up of one thing, Nick Bockwinkel a winner,Ken Patera a winner, Bobby Duncum a winner, the newest member Jesse the Body

Ventura, a winner. All winners, and then there is Lanza.

Gene Okerlund

A former tag team champion and one of the most feared men this sport

has ever seen.

Bobby Heenan

You said it "former". What has Lanza done lately nothing but lay on his back

in the ring and stare at the lights. He either shapes up or I'm going to ship

him out.

Gene Okerlund

Strong words from Bobby The Brain Heenan.

AWA On Tour March

Las Vegas, Nv. Showboat Sports Pavillion

Steve O./Brad Rheingans vs Dr.D David Schultz/Mr Saito

Light Heavyweight Title Match

Buck ZumHofe-Champion vs Gentleman Ken Timbs

6-Man Tag Team Match

Jesse The Body Ventura,Big Bad Bobby Duncum,BlackJack Lanza w/Bobby The Brain Heenan

vs Wahoo McDaniel,Baron Von Raschke, Rick Martel

Sheik Jerry Blackwell w/Sheik Adnan El Kassie vs Greg Gagne

World Title Match

Nick Bockwinkel w/Bobby The Brain Heenan-Champion vs The Incredible Hulk Hogan

Chicago Ill,International Amphitheater

Billy Robinson vs Mr.Saito

Baron Von Raschke/The Crusher vs Jesse The Body Ventura/Big Bad Bobby Duncum w/Bobby The Brain Heenan

Sheik Jerry Blackwell vs Jumping Jim Brunzell

The Incredible Hulk Hogan vs Olympic Strongman Ken Patera w/Bobby The Brain Heenan

(If Hogan can beat Patera he gets 5 minutes with Bobby Heenan)

World Title Match

Nick Bockwinkel w/Bobby The Brain Heenan vs Rick Martel

St. Paul,Mn. St.Paul Civic Center

Curt Hennig vs Brad Rheingans

Light Heavyweight Title Rematch

Buck Zumhofe-Champion vs Mike Graham

Mr.Saito vs British Empire Champion Billy Robinson

World Tag Team Title Match

The High Flyers(Greg Gagne/Jim Brunzell)-Champions vs Jesse Ventura/Bobby Duncum w/Bobby The Brain Heenan

GRUDGE MATCH-NO DQ,NO C-O

The Crusher vs Sheik Jerry Blackwell

Hulk Hogan/Rick Martel vs Dr.D David Schultz/Ken Patera

World Title Match

Nick Bockwinkel-Champion vs Ray The Crippler Stevens

lod619 · February 13, 2015

Wrestling Review(March 1983)

All Star Wrestling Minneapolis.

MN. WTCN Studios

Gene Okerlund

I want to out bring Sheik Adnan Al Kassie and Sheik Jerry Blackwell

Sheik Adnan still wearing a cast on his arm after having it broken by the High Flyers a few weeks ago in Salt Lake City.

Mr. Okerlund look at my arm! Look at what the High Flyers did to me! I will

spare no expense to get revenge on Greg Gagne and Jim Brunzell!

Gene Okerlund

Jerry Blackwell you have an opportunity as you face off against

Greg Gagne at the Showboat.

Jerry Blackwell

You see what he did to the Sheik? Brunzell held out his arm

and Gagne came off the top rope snapping the bone in his arm.

Let me ask something Greg Gagne, what do you think will happen to you

if I climb on the top rope and bring all 450 lbs down on your skinny

little body? You're going to be nothing but roadkill, they'll have

to scrape you up with a shovel.

(AWA Light Heavyweight Champion Buck Zumhofe with his best friend, his boombox)

Gene Okerlund

I'm joined by the rock and roller Buck Zumhofe

the Light Heavyweight Champion

(Zumhofe walks,boombox on his shoulder playing

Jerry Lee Lewis Whole Lotta Shaking Going On)

Buck Zumhofe you will be putting that title

on the line against a newcomer from Atlanta

Georgia who goes by the name Gentleman

Ken Timbs.

Buck Zumhofe

Gene you know I love getting to Las Vegas because

they know how to rock and roll. When I get in the ring

with Ken Timbs I'm gonna rock him up one side and roll

him down the other(Zumhofe turns his boom box back up)

Gene Okerlund

Fans you love him, Rock N Roll Buck Zumhofe defends

his title against Ken Timbs.

Gene Okelund

As well as the Light Heavyweight title match and the World title match there

will be a big 6 man tag team match at the Showboat Sports Pavilion as members of the Heenan Family

Jesse Ventura, Bobby Duncum and Blackjack Lanza take on

Wahoo McDaniel and Baron Von Raschke who are going to be joined by Rick Martel. Wahoo McDaniel and the Baron join me now.

Wahoo McDaniel

Von Raschke,Martel and myself, we'll give Heenan

and his family all they can handle and then some.

Baron Von Raschke

I can't wait to get my hands on Ventura,Lanza and Duncum

and then maybe I get my hands on the Weasel Heenan and

put the Claw on and squeeze,and squeeze and squeeze.

Gene Okerlund

I would not want to be in any of the Heenan Family's shoes against Wahoo,the Baron and Rick Martel

AWA On Tour(March)

Winnipeg,Canada Winnipeg Convention Center

Steve O. vs British Empire Champion Billy Robinson

Buck Zumhofe vs Mr.Saito

Mad Dog Vachon/Baron Von Raschke vs Ken Patera/Bobby Heenan

Rick Martel vs Dr.D David Schultz

Jesse the Body Ventura w/Bobby Heenan vs Jumping Jim Brunzell

Nick Bockwinkel/Blackjack Lanza vs Wahoo McDaniel/Ray The Crippler Stevens

lod619 · February 18, 2015

Wrestling Review(March 1983)

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All Star Wrestling

Minneapolis.MN. WTCN Studios(Promos Mid-West Syndicated)

Gene Okerlund

Fans in the Windy City of Chicago get ready for the return of the AWA as these 2 gentlemen Jesse the Body Ventura and Big,Bad Bobby Duncum along

With their manager Bobby The brain Heenan get ready to square off against

The Clawmaster Baron Von Raschke and the one the only The Crusher.

Jesse Ventura

Wally Karibou and Stanley Blackburn think they're being cute, me and Big,Bad Bobby Duncum have a title match in St.Paul against the High Criers, Gagne and Brunzell but first we gotta go into Chicago and get in the ring with the Crusher and Von Raschke. Caribou has this idea in his head that Raschke and Crusher are gonna hurt us and protect his paper champions. Nothing is farther from the truth. Crusher is always out here talking about his 100 megaton arms(Ventura hits a bicep shot), right there is total Armageddon.

Gene Okerlund

The championship committee has said that if your two men who have been on a tear since teaming up get past the Baron and Crusher that you would indeed get a shot at the tag team titles held by Greg Gagne and Jumping Jim Brunzell.

Bobby Heenan

It's a forgone conclusion that these 2 men will be the next tag team champions of the world. These are throughbreds going against a couple of geldings that should have been put out to pasture a long time ago. What I want to talk about is Hogan.

Mean Gene Okerlund

That's right another member of your family Olympic Strongman Ken Patera faces off against the Incredible Hulk Hogan in Chicago with the stipulation that if he beats Patera he gets 5 minutes with you in the ring.

Bobby Heenan

Who made this stipulation? I don't wrestle anymore, I am a manager, I use my mind not my body. Look at Jesse The Body, look at Bobby Duncum these men are physical specimens, Ken Patera is a physical specimen. I shouldn't have to get in the ring with Hogan under any circumstances. The man is crazy, the man has a screw loose, the man is obsessed with getting his hands on me. (Duncum tries to calm Heenan down who seems on the verge of a breakdown)

Jesse Ventura

Brain don't you worry, you know Patera will lift Hogan over his head and throw him into the 2nd row just like he did when he pressed 505 pounds over head without breaking a sweat. Hogan doesn't stand any more of chance than Raschke and Crusher or Gagne and Brunzell.

Bobby Duncum

You need to understand boys it ain't personal you just in the way to something we want.

(Ventura poses showing off his rear deltoid)

Gene Okerlund

It's gonna be a barn burner fans you don't want to miss.

Gene Okerlund

I'm joined by Milwaukee's finest, the one the only Crusher.

The Crusher

I heard dem bums Ventura,Duncum and Heenan out here talking about me and the Baron.

Ventura out here posing with all his weight lifting muscle, but Ventura ain't never really trained till

he's curled a nice frosty mug of beer, until he's polkaed til 2 in the morning with Stella Wendowski.You know Stella don't ya?

Gene Okerlund

Sad to say I've never had the pleasure.

The Crusher

Next time you're in Milwaukee I'll take ya down to the Silver Dollar Saloon and introduce ya. She's a great

gal, 200 pounds, light as feather, a queen of the polka.

Gene Okerlund

And then in St.Paul at the Civic Center you get to step in the ring

with 475 pound Sheik Jerry Blackwell in a no holds barred grudge match.

The Crusher

Sheik Jerry Fatwell, no pinfalls, no count-outs,no dqs. If I wanna bring a beer keg into the ring and drop it on Fatwell's head I can.

If I want to light up a cigar and rub it in his face I will. There's nothing I can't do to Fatwell.

Gene Okerlund

Well it does go both ways, he can bring a chair or a chain and use it on you

.

The Crusher

Let 'em, it'll just be a typical Saturday night down at the saloon for the Crusher.

Gene Okerlund

I'm joined by one of the great young men in wrestling Rick Martel. And Rick you have a big opportunity challenging for the world heavyweight title.

(Rick Martel-The Next AWA World Champion???)

Rick Martel

Well Gene, this is a great chance for me to step into the ring against some one as good as Nick Bockwinkel and wrestle for the AWA World Title.

Gene Okerlund

When you step in there it's not just against Nick Bockwinkel you also have to watch out for Bobby Heenan.

Rick Martel

Yes, you always have to keep one eye on that weasel Heenan, but with the great fans support in Chicago and all throughout the AWA I have a pretty good chance of walking out the champion.

Gene Okerlund

Always a gentleman Rick and pleasure to talk to you.

lod619 · February 21, 2015

Wrestling Review(March 1983)

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WWF All Star Wrestling TV

Altoona,PA Jaffa Mosque

Announcers-Gorilla Monsoon,Pat Patterson

Polish Prince Easy Ed Wiskowski defeated SD Jones w/Neckbreaker

Pat Patterson asked Gorilla Monsoon "exactly how much royal blood flows through

the Polish Prince"

Monsoon responded "probably about 2/10ths of a percent."

Superfly Jimmy Snuka defeated Charlie Fulton w/Superfly Splash

Rocky Johnson defeated Iron Mike Sharpe w/Sunset Flip

Superstar Billy Graham w/The Grand Wizard defeated Tony Garea w/Dim Mak

Garea had to be helped from the ring.

The Grand Wizard declared the Superstar

"Unbeatable,undefeatable! Bob Backlund will be a forgotten footnote

in wrestling when Graham is done with him."

Monsoon said "the Wiz is delusional. Bob Backlund has been an outstanding

champion for 5 years and will go down in history as one of the greatest

to ever step foot in the ring."

Pat Patterson talked to the Magnificent Muraco about

the upcoming Intercontinental title match against Pedro Morales at the Boston Garden.

Magnificent Muraco

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Morales you and I have gone from Philly to Hartford, from Brooklyn to Jersey.

I've been busted open, beaten up,battered and bruised and I still keep

coming. After all this time of beating each other it comes down to Boston

Garden, locked in a cage like two rabid dogs. But see Patterson I'm gonna let you in on a little secret, Morales isn't

the smiling goody two shoes you think he is,oh no,no,no. Because hiding behind

that friendly little smile of his, the brain is working,plotting.

See I know deviousness and Morales is so devious. He puts obstacles

in my way. The biggest obstacle, Andre the Giant. I have to get in

the ring with Andre in Philadelphia at the Spectrum. Everyone is afraid of Andre,

he's 7'4 450lbs, 8th Wonder of the World. I'm not afraid of Andre or

any other man. Morales you think the Giant is gonna soften me up for you, your wrong.

He's going to get my blood flowing, he's gonna make me angry.

Every punch ,every kick it'll be the Giant getting hit but it'll be your face I see.

Buddy Rogers Corner

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Buddy Rogers

I am joined by the Intercontinental Champion Pedro Morales.

Pedro,you and the Magnificent Muraco have had some brutal matches over the last few months

and now it has led to you two being put in a cage in Boston. Your thoughts.

Pedro Morales

Don Muraco, he is a very dangerous man.He will do anything he can, anything he has to

to beat me. I know this, I am prepared for this. But Muraco also knows I will

do whatever I have to to keep my Intercontinental title.

Buddy Rogers

He has made some accusations against you that anyone with any sense realizes are unfounded.

Pedro Morales

He thinks I somehow put

him in the ring against my friend Andre The Giant. Muraco, no matter what Andre

does to you in Philadelphia, I will be waiting for you in Boston. We will finish this.

WWF Superstars(TV)

Allentown Pa. Agricultural Hall

Announcers-Gorilla Monsoon/Lord Alfred Hayes

Mr.Fuji w/Classy Freddie Blassie defeated Jose Luis Rivera w/Running Clothesline

Polish Power Ivan Putski defeated Pretty Boy Larry Sharpe w/Polish Hammer

WWF Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund defeated Duke of Dorchester Pete Doherty w/Atomic Kneedrop

The Wild Samoans(Afa/Sika)w/Capt.Lou Albano defeated Tony Garea/Eddie Gilbert. Sika hit Gilbert with a Samoan Backdrop, Afa finished it with a diving headbutt.

Albano declared that Blassie "is a liar, con-man and a flim flam artist wrapped

in a pretty package.That the Samoans are and always will be the WWF Tag Team Champions.

Tito Santana defeated Bill Dixon w/ Spinning Toe Hold into a bridge

George Tha Animal Steele w/Capt.Lou Albano defeated Pete Sanchez w/the Flying Hammerlock

Classy Freddie Blassie brought out Big John Studd to ringside trying to intimidate Albano.

The Animal seemed to show no fear of Studd yelling "YOU" and "YES". Blassie yelled to "get that

moron away from me!" Albano tried to calm Steele down and back him out of the ring. Studd climbed

in and attacked Albano at Blassie's behest. Steele was dumbfounded as Studd threw Albano around

the ring. Finally Steele got back in the ring and went after Big John Studd. Steele held his own

until Blassie tossed his cane to Studd who broke it across The Animal's back. Studd and Blassie

smiled at their handy work.

Gorilla commented that "this shows there is no honor among thieves"

Lord Alfred Hayes said "that Studd should take care when dealing with George

The Animal Steele. That this attack could come back to haunt Studd and Blassie"

Superfly Jimmy Snuka defeated Polish Prince Easy Ed Wiskowski w/Superfly Splash

lod619 · February 23, 2015

Wrestling Review (March 1983)

Round The Ring (Week 1)

Troy,N.Y RPI FieldHouse

Tony Garea defeated Pete Sanchez

WWF Tag Team Title

The Wild Samoans(Afa/Sika)w/Capt.Lou Albano defeated Polish Power Ivan Putski/Tito Santana

Rocky Johnson defeated Canada's Greatest Athlete Iron Mike Sharpe.

Playboy Buddy Rose defeated Curt Hennig

Street Fight(No DQ,No Count-Out)

Pedro Morales defeated Magnificent Muraco

Frederick Md., Frederick High School

Eddie Gilbert wrestled to a draw with Salvatore Bellomo

Canada's Greatest Athlete Iron Mike Sharpe defeated Jose Luis Riviera

Big John Studd defeated Tony Garea

Rocky Johnson defeated Tiger Chung Lee

Superfly Jimmy Snuka/Tito Santana defeated Playboy Buddy Rose/Polish Prince Ed Wiskowski

Scranton,Pa. CYC

Salvatore Bellomo wrestled to a draw with Canada's Greatest Athlete Iron Mike Sharpe

Polish Power Ivan Putski/Tito Santana defeated Playboy Buddy Rose/Polish Prince Ed Wiskowski

George the Animal Steele defeated Jules Strongbow

Mr.Fuji defeated Tony Garea

Superfly Jimmy Snuka defeated Wild Samoan Sika w/Capt.Lou Albano

Superstar Billy Graham defeated Andre the Giant by DQ. Graham used the Dim Mak on Andre which didn't have it's usual effect, although it did cause obvious pain to Andre causing the Giant to lash out at the referee knocking him out of the ring. Graham got out of the ring and watched from the floor as Andre in an unusual occurence leaned in the corner holding his chest where the Dim Mak had struck and wincing in pain.

Milwaukee,Wi. Auditorium

Steve O defeated Sgt.Jacques Goulet

Baron Von Raschke defeated John Tolos

Dr.D David Schultz defeated Jumping Jim Brunzell

Ken Patera defeated Greg Gagne

AWA World Title Match

Nick Bockwinkel w/Bobby The Brain Heenan defeated Wahoo McDaniel to retain.

Rockford,Ill. Boylan High School

Non-Title Match

Buck Zumhofe wrestled to a draw with Brad Rheingans

John Tolos defeated Steve O.

Baron Von Raschke/Rick Martel defeated Sheik Jerry Blackwell/Mr.Saito w/Sheik Adnan El Kassie by DQ. Saito threw salt in Martel's eyes.

Wahoo McDaniel defeated Blackjack Lanza

Hulk Hogan/The Crusher defeated Jesse Ventura/Bobby Duncum

Maple Leaf Gardens,Toronto,Canada

Rip Oliver defeated Big,Nasty Angelo Mosca

Wahoo McDaniel defeated Dewey Robertson

Dory Jr/Terry Funk defeated Jim Garvin/The Spoiler

Bret Hart defeated Pvt.Nelson

Mike Sharpe vs Ron Garvin ended in a double count-out

MLW International Title

Jack Brisco defeated Leo Burke to become the new champion

lod619 · March 1, 2015

Wrestling Review(March 1983)

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WWF All Star Wrestling(Week 2)

Syracuse,NY Onondaga War Memorial

Announcers-Gorilla Monsoon,Pat Patterson

Tito Santana defeated Steve Lombardi w/Step Over Toehold into a Bridge

Pat Patterson commented how "It's good to see Tito back in the WWF after touring the

world the last 2 years."

Gorilla added that "Tito looks to be in tremendous shape and put on 10 or 15 lbs of extra muscle."

Pat Patterson added "he put it on in all the right places"

Tiger Chung Lee w/Mr.Fuji,Freddie Blassie defeated SD Jones w/Double Underhook Suplex

Rocky Johnson/Ivan Putski defeated Unpredictable Johnny Rodz/Pete Sanchez

Johnson pinned Sanchez after a pair of dropkicks.

Playboy Buddy Rose accompanied to the ring by a lovely young lady defeated Jose Luis Riviera w/Suplex

Gorilla Monsoon wondered "who is this young lady and why in the world is she with Buddy Rose?"

Big John Studd w/Freddie Blassie defeated Jules Strongbow w/Standing Backbreaker

Studd said "I don't care who it is Andrea, Backlund,Putski,even that flea bitten Steele, they will all fall to Big John Studd!"

Pat Patterson talked to Classy Freddie Blassie

Pat Patterson

Freddie Blassie.you know I have no use for Lou Albano,

he's a fat disgusting slob who makes my skin crawl

every time he's around.

Blassie smiled and nodded

Yeah tell me something I don't know Patterson.

(The Maker of Champions-Freddie Blassie)

Pat Patterson

But what happened last week with Big John Studd

attacking Albano, even I think that

went a little too far.

Freddie Blassie

Patterson I'm going to tell you something, I don't care what you or any

of these pencil necked geeks think. Albano thinks he's a better manager

than me? Just because those savages that fell from the trees in Samoa

got the tag titles and that idiot George Steele who has the I.Q. of a

turnip gets a few wins,and some how that makes him the better manager.

Classy Freddie Blassie, the Hollywood Fashion Plate, the maker of champions

the manager of the only true giant in professional wrestling Big John Studd

advisor to the the greatest team Asia has ever produced in Mr.Fuji/Tiger Chung Lee

and yet some how managing that little band of misfits makes Albano think he's somebody.

I got news for you Patterson, Albano is a nobody. Anytime his men want

to step into the ring against any of my men, my men will come out on

top every time.

Pat Patterson interviewed Tito Santana

Pat Patterson

It's great to see you back in the WWF after being gone for a few years.What have you been up to?

Tito Santana

Thank you Pat,it's good to be back and see all the great WWF fans.

I've traveled across the country, gaining more experience so I would

be better prepared for my eventual return to the WWF.

Pat Patterson

Do you have any specific plans in mind?

Tito Santana

Just to do my best for the fans and to work my way up the ladder of the WWF

Gracias a todos los grandes aficionados y no puedo esperar a verte en las arenas. Arribba!

WWF Superstars

Hamburg,Pa. Fieldhouse

Announcers-Gorilla Monsoon, Lord Alfred Hayes

Pretty Boy Larry Sharpe defeated Eddie Gilbert w/Piledriver

Cowboy Bob Orton Jr. defeated SD Jones w/Superplex

Lord Alfred Hayes said "Orton is very deliberate in the ring,"

Gorilla Monsoon added "Every move Orton does is for maximum punishment

Tony Garea defeated George the Animal Steele by Count-Out. Steele constantly

looked around the ring Albano who was out of action after the attack by

Big John Studd and Freddie Blassie the previous week.

Gorilla Monsoon said" The Animal seems a bit confused and out of sorts without

Capt.Lou Albano at ringside this week"

Magnifcent Muraco defeated Bob Bradley w/Reverse Piledriver

Chief Jay Strongbow defeated Polish Prince Easy Ed Wiskowski w/Tomahawk Chop

Gorilla Monsoon talked to Cowboy Bob Orton Jr.

Bob Orton Jr.

I'm not here to play games, I'm not here to be anybody's friend or to stand in the

background like some potted plant. I'm here to make money and to win titles. I don't care

who I have to go through whether it's Pedro Morales,Bob Backlund,Superfly Snuka or Andre the

Giant. Cowboy Bob Orton is in the WWF and things are about to get very difficult for alot of people.

Gorilla Monsoon and Lord Alfred Hayes discussed the feud between

WWF Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund and former champion Superstar Billy Graham.

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Clips were shown of Graham applying his devastating Dim Mak

to various wrestlers and all of them having to be helped by medical personnel from the ring

Lord Alfred Hayes

Gorilla you've traveled extensively in the

Far East have you ever seen something like that?

Gorilla Monsoon

I've inquired about this particular move

and have learned that what it supposedly does is block the Chi or

energy pathways of the body.It takes years to learn and depending

on how much concentration or focus it's effects can be anywhere from

simply stunning a person to ending their career. WWF officials have

been looking at this move for a few weeks and may decide to ban the

move altogether.

Lord Alfred Hayes

This has to have the Grand Wizard and especially Superstar Graham worried

as it's been a most effective weapon and made Graham

basically unbeatable since his return.

Gorilla Monsoon

We may have a decision but we will have to wait until next time to

see what happens.

lod619 · March 6, 2015

Wrestling Review (March 1983)

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WWF All Star Wrestling (Week 3)

Allentown,Pa. Agricultural Hall

Announcers-Gorilla Monsoon, Pat Patterson

Intercontinental Champion Pedro Morales defeated Charlie Fulton w/Boston Crab

Polish Prince Ed Wiskowski defeated Pete Sanchez w/Flapjack

Rocky Johnson defeated Tiger Chung Lee w/Freddie Blassie w/Sunset Flip

Gorilla Monsoon “Rocky Johnson always in phenomenal shape,

lightning quick, all the tools you could ask for as a wrestler”

Pat Patterson “Rocky's been on a bit of a winning streak lately.”

Gorilla Monsoon” I wouldn't be surprised to see some gold around his waist

in the future if he keeps going the way he's going.”

Pat Patterson "Rocky is such a gentleman and quite the family man.

I've had the pleasure of having dinner with Rocky on several occasions,

along with his wife and young son. Just a great family.”

2 on 1 Handicap Match

Andre The Giant defeated Tony Colon/Unpredictable Johnny Rodz w/Butt Drop on both men

Iron Mike Sharpe defeated Jules Strongbow w/Canadian Backbreaker

Buddy Rogers Corner

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Buddy Rogers

This week as my guests, the manager Classy Freddie Blassie and Big John Studd.

Big John Studd

Get it right Rogers the Giant John Studd

Buddy Rogers

Alright, alright. Now I want to talk about Captain Lou Albano

Freddie Blassie

Let me tell you about Albano, he's nothing, he's less than nothing, he should be living

Under the Brooklyn Bridge. Him and all those idiots he manages don't belong anywhere near a wrestling ring.

Buddy Rogers

Now a few weeks ago you Big John Studd had some problems with George the Animal Steele.

Big John Studd

I told you I'm the Giant John Studd. Steele is no problem. Look at me 6'10 350 pounds of real man and look at Steele a hairy vermin that crawls around my feet. You know what I do to vermin who crawl around my feet I crush them with this size 20 boot. I threw Albano around that ring like the sack of garbage he is and I'll do the same to Steele if he gets in my way.

Freddie Blassie

You hear that Rogers? John Studd is taking out the trash in the WWF hahaha!

Pat Patterson interviewed Andre the Giant

Pat Patterson

How are you feeling Andre especially after what happened in your match with Superstar Graham?

Andre the Giant

Better,much better

Pat Patterson

You've got a match coming up in the Philadelphia at the Spectrum against the Magnificent Muraco who thinks you are some sort of hired gun for Pedro Morales.

(Andre laughs)

No,no,no. I don't like hurting people, I just like getting in the ring and seeing all the fans. Muraco is a bad man and if he wants to get rough then I can get rough too.Maybe I don't leave enough of Muraco for Pedro but I think Pedro would like it if I did leave a little bit for him.

(Pedro Morales comes out and shakes Andre's hand)

My friend save some of Muraco for me.

Andre The Giant(holds up his thumb and index finger)

A little bit?

(Andre and Pedro both laugh)

Pat Patterson

I would hate to be in Muraco's boots in Philadelphia or Boston if he is even able to make it there.

WWF On Tour

Madison Square Garden(Manhattan,New York)

Pete Duke of Dorchester Dorherty vs Frankie Williams

Tito Santana vs Iron Mike Sharpe

Polish Power Ivan Putski vs Playboy Buddy Rose

Rocky Johnson vs Polish Prince Easy Ed Wiskowski

WWF Tag Team Title Match

The Wild Samoans-Champions vs Mr.Fuji/Tiger Chung Lee-Challengers

Superfly Jimmy Snuka vs Butcher Vachon

Lumberjack Match-16 Men Surround the Ring

Bob Backlund vs Superstar Billy Graham

Andre the Giant vs Big John Studd

Boston Garden(Boston,Ma.)

Iron Mike Sharpe vs Salvatore Bellomo

Polish Power Ivan Putski vs The Polish Prince Easy Ed Wiskowski

Big John Studd vs Rocky Johnson

Chief Jay Strongbow vs George The Animal Steele

Mr.Fuji/Tiger Chung Lee vs Tony Garea/Jose Luis Rivera

Superfly Jimmy Snuka vs Playboy Buddy Rose

Steel Cage Match for the Intercontinental Championship

Pedro Morales-Champion vs Magnificent Muraco-Challenger

The Spectrum(Philadelphia,Pa.)

Tony Garea vs Unpredictable Johnny Rodz

Iron Mike Sharpe vs Salvatore Bellomo

Cowboy Bob Orton Jr. vs Jose Luis Riviera

Playboy Buddy Rose vs Rocky Johnson

Andre the Giant vs Magnificent Muraco

Tito Santana vs Polish Prince Ed Wiskowski

WWF Tag Team Title Match

The Wild Samoans(Afa/Sika)-Champions vs Ivan Putski/Superfly Jimmy Snuka

George the Animal Steele vs Chief Jay Strongbow

lod619 · March 7, 2015

Wrestling Review(March 1983)

WWF Superstars

Hamburg,Pa. Hamburg Fieldhouse

Announcers-Gorilla Monsoon, Lord Alfred Hayes

Ivan Putski defeated Duke of Dorchester Pete Doherty w/Polish Hammer

Putski sang for the crowd after the match.

Gorilla Monsoon “Putski always has a good time in the ring”

Lord Alfred Hayes “Ivan really should just stick to wrestling.”

Salvatore Bellomo defeated Charlie Fulton w/Mule Kick

The Wild Samoans(Afa/Sika) w/Magnificent Muraco defeated SD Jones/Tony Garea. Sika pinned Garea after a Samoan Back Drop.

Gorilla Monsoon wondered “If Muraco is acting as manager for the Samoans while that slob Albano recovers from the attack by Big John Studd”

Lord Alfred Hayes “He seems to be doing a fine job as the Samoans won the match”

Superstar Billy Graham w/The Grand Wizard came out to an empty ring

Gorilla Monsoon “Graham is in the next match but has no opponent”

Graham went through some martial arts motions while the Wiz applauded

After talking to the ref Graham and the Wiz exited the ring.

The Grand Wizard told Gorilla Monsoon “See Monsoon, everyone knows the Superstar is unstoppable, can't be beat. Everyone fears the Superstar and the Dim Mak, no one will even come out to the ring and wrestle him.A bunch of cowards Monsoon, that's all they are is a bunch of cowards.”

Young Eddie Gilbert came to the ring "I'm not afraid of you. You want a match, I'm standing right here!

The Wiz “Boy this is a man's world you better think long and hard about this.”

Eddie Gilbert “Come on let's go. You want to talk or you want to wrestle?"

Superstar Billy Graham “I'm giving you something I've never given anyone else, a chance to walk away.”

Eddie Gilbert “Enough talking! You don't scare me.”

The Grand Wizard said “Monsoon I will not be responsible for what happens to this young man”

Gilbert came out of the ring,grabbed Graham and slammed him into the announce table, then dragged

The Superstar into the ring. Gilbert gave a good accounting of himself. Landing a good dropkick that had the Superstar reeling. Gilbert also avoided many of Graham's martial arts moves. But Graham prevailed catching Gilbert off the ropes with a double thrust to the throat. Graham hit a backbreaker, a series of chops to the side of the throat. Graham went into that focused “trance” of his for a moment that is the prelude to the Dim Mak.

Gorilla Monsoon “He's already beaten the youngster, just pin him already”

Lord Alfred Hayes “There is no reason for the this”

Graham picked a prone Eddie Gilbert up and was about to deliver the Dim Mak when

WWF Champion Bob Backlund hit the ring and went wild on Graham.

Gorilla Monsoon “The WWF Champion is here and he is all over the Superstar!”

Lord Alfred Hayes “Thank the heavens he stopped Graham”

Backlund a flurry of forearms and kicks out of character for the usually calm and soft spoken WWF Champion. Graham couldn't defend himself from the onslaught but was finally able to bail from the ring. Backlund threatened to go after Graham but the Grand Wizard and Graham headed to the back.

Backlund and the ref checked on Gilbert who recovered enough to get to his feet.

Gorilla Monsoon in the ring

All I can say is you may have saved this young man's career

Bob Backlund

Gorilla I've watched Graham put enough people out of action. I'm not going to stand by while Eddie Gilbert a young man with a bright future gets stopped before he even has a chance to get started. And Graham, you're going to get what's yours soon enough in Madison Square Garden and with 16 men surrounding the ring there is going to be nowhere for you to run.”

WWF Philadelphia Spectrum Results

The Spectrum(Philadelphia,Pa.)

Shown on Tape Delay on the Prism Network(Local Philadelphia Cable Network)

Announcers Gorilla Monsoon,Dick Graham

Tony Garea defeated Unpredictable Johnny Rodz w/Abdominal Stretch

Iron Mike Sharpe defeated Salvatore Bellomo w/Canadian Backbreaker

Cowboy Bob Orton Jr. defeated Jose Luis Riviera w/Superplex

Rocky Johnson defeated Playboy Buddy Rose by Count-Out

Andre the Giant defeated Magnificent Muraco by DQ

A brawl from start to finish. It was obvious that despite the size difference Muraco

wasn't going to go down easily to Andre. Muraco had Andre at a disadvantage several times.

Muraco thumbed Andre in the throat repeatedly to keep the Giant on the defensive.

Muraco then made a mistake and tried to bodyslam Andre. Andre just smiled

slamming Muraco hard to the mat. Andre hit a big boot that spun Muraco around and out of the ring.

Muraco slowly climbed back on the apron. Andre grabbed Muraco and headbutted him 3 times, Muraco dazed was easily dragged over the top rope and back into the ring. Andre whipped Muraco to the corner. Andre charged,Muraco moved, Andre hit the corner chest first. Muraco tried a headbutt of his own only to damage himself.

Andre tossed Muraco into one corner, then threw Muraco so hard into the opposite corner he went over the turnbuckle and hit the steel ring post. Muraco was now bleeding pretty badly. Andre backed Muraco into a corner,throwing all his weight into Muraco. Andre did it again, Muraco got both knees up and into Andre's back stunning him. Muraco hit a clothesline from behind with everything he had sending Andre down to the mat. Muraco exhausted and bleeding rolled Andre over and covered for a 2 count before being thrown off with authority by the Giant. Muraco slowly climbed the top turnbuckle. Andre got a leg up just as Muraco came down hitting the Magnificent one squarely in the jaw. Andre got to his feet, A big headbutt dazed the Magnificent one. Muraco out of desperation went low and drove his head into Andre's midsection(possibly lower). Andre staggered back to the ropes and got tangled in them.The ref trying to get Andre free but Muraco took advantage kicking and punching Andre. The ref backed Muraco off but it did no good. Muraco choked the defenseless Giant, finally biting Andre in the head.The ref had enough and called for the bell disqualifying Muraco. Muraco upset,grabbed the ref and tossed him from the ring. Andre finally free of the ropes attacked Muraco with another vicious headbutt, another big boot sent Muraco over the top rope to the floor leaving Andre in the ring victorious.

Tito Santana defeated Polish Prince Ed Wiskowski w/Sunset Flip

WWF Tag Team Title Match

The Wild Samoans(Afa/Sika)-Champions defeated Ivan Putski/Superfly Jimmy Snuka

Putski hit Afa with the Polish Hammer and went for the pin. Sika came in to break up the pinfall, this brought in Snuka. The ref went to put Sika out and then went to put Snuka out. Sika came back in and hit Putski with a Falling Headbutt to the back of the head. Afa was able to roll over and cover Putski to get the pin.The Wild Samoans retained.

George the Animal Steele defeated Chief Jay Strongbow by pinfall with help from a foreign object.

Coop · March 8, 2015

You have your hands full running all of these promotions. I can dig it.

lod619 · March 8, 2015

You have your hands full running all of these promotions. I can dig it.

Yeah I didn't really think it through when I started it out. It was just going to be match recaps and some highlights,a short article or 2 for each month,a typical 80s era magazine format instead it grew into what it is now. I was thinking of dumping a couple promotions(Central States,Pacific Northwest,Polynesian Pro and Maple Leaf)but those are territories that don't get alot of attention along with trying to dial it back a bit. I wish I could go for a more limited presentation like yours but it just isn't my style(if I actually have one )

BamaNationFan123 · March 8, 2015

I'm loving this!

lod619 · March 14, 2015

Wrestling Review (March 1983)

WWF All Star Wrestling

Allentown, Pa. Agricultural Hall

Announcers Gorilla Monsoon, Pat Patterson

Mr. Fuji w/Classy Freddie Blassie defeated Jose Luis Estrada w/Falling Headbutt

Eddie Gilbert defeated Israel Matia w/2nd Rope Flying Tackle

Gorilla Monsoon” Pat what do you think the chances are for Eddie Gilbert's future?”

Pat Patterson” Gorilla, I always keep my eye on young up and coming talent and this young kid has shown me something the last few weeks. I see big things in his future.”

Rocky Johnson defeated Tony Russo w/Rocky Shuffle(3 quick jabs/haymaker knockout)

Gorilla Monsoon “Rocky having a good time in the ring and showing off those boxing skills of his.”

Pat Patterson” To look at Rocky as well built as he is you wouldn't think he'd be as fast, as quick as he is.”

Gorilla Monsoon “Rocky's always had that agility and those fists just hit you so quick as Tony Russo found out.”

Superfly Jimmy Snuka defeated Pretty Boy Larry Sharpe w/Superfly Splash

Gorilla Monsoon “The Phenom does it again Pat.

Pat Patterson “It's amazing how much height and distance Snuka can get when he flies across that ring”

Gorilla Monsoon “An amazing athlete.”

Polish Prince Ed Wiskowski defeated Steve Lombardi w/Flapjack

Pat Patterson

Magnificent Don Muraco you had one heck of a match against Andre the Giant in Philadelphia and up next is Boston Garden and the steel cage match against Pedro Morales for the Intercontinental title.

Magnificent Muraco

Morales I want you to look at my face, see this cut, Andre did this, see my left eye, Andre did this, see the bruises on my body, Andre put them there. The fact that when I left the Spectrum in Philly my back and ribs hurt because of what the Giant did to me. All of that and Andre couldn't pin me. I beat the 7'4 450 pound 8th Wonder of the World like no man ever has and the only thing that ended the beating I was giving Andre was the referee. Now Pedro Morales, now you have to step into a cage with me and no referee is gonna be in there to save you. After what I did to your big buddy Andre what chance do you think you have in Boston?

Pat Patterson

Rocky, another great win for you today. Everything is going your way.

Rocky Johnson

Pat it's always great to get your hand raised in the ring.

Pat Patterson

You've been having some problems with the Polish Prince Ed Wiskowski

lately.

Rocky Johnson

Wiskowski is no prince and he's gonna learn real quick that Rocky Johnson is no pushover once he gets his rear end in the ring he's gonna see just what Rocky Johnson is all about.

Pat Patterson

Thank you Rocky always a pleasure

Pat Patterson

I'm joined by Superfly Jimmy Snuka. Jimmy your going to be in Madison Square Garden on Monday and Boston Garden just a couple of days later facing off against Playboy Buddy Rose and this new valet of his.

Jimmy Snuka

Yes, in Boston Garden Playboy Buddy Rose, listen hear bruddah it don't matter who is standing outside the ring only inside the ring and that's you. You call yourself the Playboy, you got all the money, you got the women but that means nothing once we get in the ring and in Boston the Superfly is gonna be the one getting my hand raised.

Gorilla Monsoon did a special interview with WWF Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund

Bob I have to ask after all the psychological warfare, all the derogatory comments from Superstar Graham and his manager the Grand Wizard. How has it affected you and are you prepared to meet the Superstar in Madison Square Garden in a Lumberjack Match?

Bob Backlund

Mr.Monsoon, I have been the WWF champion for 5 years. I've been proud to be the WWF champion, fought everyone who I've stepped in the ring against to the best of my ability. I tried my best to adhere to the rules and be a role model for all the young kids out there, but I'm telling you right now in Madison Square Garden when I step in that ring with Graham and those 16 men surround the ring and there is no where to run, no where to hide you are going to see a different Bob Backlund and Superstar Graham you are going to pay the price for that because I am going to take all that anger out on you that has boiled up inside me.

Gorilla Monsoon

One more question Bob. Exactly how are you going to deal with Graham's devastating move the Dim Mak? There has been talk of WWF officials possibly banning it but it seems as though nothing will be done in time for Madison Square Garden.

Bob Backlund

This is wrestling, a sport I've build my whole life around and Graham comes back using martial arts, specifically the Dim Mak. A move that very few had ever heard of and he's put out some of the top wrestlers in the sport.

Gorilla Monsoon

Even Andre the Giant has felt the Dim Mak.

Bob Backlund

Yes even Andre was hurt by the move and it's something I will have to be very weary of but it's not going to stop me from going after Graham to exact some justice for everyone he's put down especially for my manager Arnold Skaaland.

Gorilla Monsoon

Thank you Bob and I wish you all the luck in the world in your match against the Superstar.

lod619 · March 14, 2015

Wrestling Review(March 1983)

WWF Live From Madison Square Garden on the MSG/USA Network

Announcers-Gorilla Monsoon/Pat Patterson/Lord Alfred Hayes

Duke of Dorchester Pete Doherty defeated Frankie Williams w/Shoulderbreaker

Gorilla Monsoon

The Duke pulling out a victory finally there Pat.

Pat Patterson

Better luck next time to Frankie Williams.

(Tito Santana returns to the Garden)

Tito Santana defeated Iron Mike Sharpe w/Crossbody Block

Gorilla Monsoon

Great to see Tito back in the WWF and picking up the win.

Pat Patterson

Tito is one of those talented wrestlers who it's just a matter of time before he has some gold around him.

Gorilla Monsoon

As you remember Pat it was only a few years ago that Tito was a WWWF Tag Team Champions with Polish Power Ivan Putski.

Pat Patterson

I think Tito is looking for a singles title. I could see him being a very good Intercontinental or even a WWF Heavyweight champion.

Gorilla Monsoon

Well he's got to climb that ladder to get a shot at either of those titles.

(Pre-Taped Interview with Lord Alfred Hayes and Playboy Buddy Rose)

Playboy Buddy Rose Everyone is asking who is this stunning creature you

have on your arm everywhere you go.

Buddy Rose

Let's just say that with the Wiz pre-occupied with Superstar Graham, that he doesn't have the time to dedicate to the Playboy but just to show that the Wiz is the greatest manager he has brought in this beautiful woman to handle all my needs in and out of the ring.

Lord Alfred Hayes

And would you like to tell us her name?

Playboy Buddy Rose

Al, I'd love to do nothing more. But I'll do it properly, in front of all

of Madison Square Garden.

Playboy Buddy Rose came to the ring alone and grabbed the microphone

"First of all I do not nor have I ever weighed 251 pounds. I am a slim

trim fighting 215lbs. Now I would like to introduce my new valet and the epitome of what a real woman is Lady Sherri.

Lady Sherri comes to the ring.Rose kisses her hand and then parades her

around the ring for the crowd.She brushes his hair,removes his robe. Rose

then does some 1-arm pushups to warmup.

Playboy Buddy Rose defeated Polish Power Ivan Putski w/pinfall in the corner,feet on the ropes.

Lady Sherri raked Putski's eyes repeated during the match.

Playboy Buddy Rose

"Everyone better watch out because this kitten's got claws."

(Lady Sherri again brushed the Playboy's hair back into place and they left the ring.Putski was still complaining to the ref about the outcome.)

Rocky Johnson defeated Polish Prince Ed Wiskowski w/ Rocky Shuffle(3 quick jabs/big haymaker)

Gorilla Monsoon "The Polish Prince didn't look to regal in that match. Rocky Johnson finishing off Wiskowski in short order"

WWF Tag Team Title Match

Mr.Fuji/Tiger Chung Lee w/Classy Freddie Blassie defeated The Wild Samoans(Afa/Sika)-Champions by DQ. Afa/Sika had enough of Blassie's liberal use of his cane on them. Afa grabbed the cane from Blassie and nailed Fuji over the head drawing the disqualification. The Samoans retained the titles.

Gorilla Monsoon "the Samoans seemed off tonight without the guiding light Captain Lou at ringside"

Pat Patterson "They are very lucky to still have the tag titles."

Gorilla Monsoon"Up next Pat is the Phenom Superfly Jimmy Snuka"

Pat Patterson "I always enjoy watching the Superfly in the ring Gorilla,just such an amazing wrestler to watch"

Gorilla Monsoon" While we wait for the Superfly let's go to these taped comments withLord Alfred Hayes as he talks to WWF Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund about the big upcoming Lumberjack Match against Superstar Billy Graham"

Lord Alfred Hayes

I am with the WWF Heavyweight Champion Bob Backlund as he prepares for his match against Superstar Graham.

Bob Backlund

I've said all Im going to say.The only thing left Billy Graham is to get in the ring.

Gorilla Monsoon"The WWF champion a man of few words tonight."

Pat Patterson"Like he said enough talking."

Gorilla Monsoon"Here comes Butcher Vachon the opponent for the Superfly.

Pat Patterson" Vachon I've known for a long time, he can be one nasty individual in the ring.

Gorilla Monsoon "Well Pat you don't get a name like Butcher by helping little old ladies cross the street. And here comes Superfly Jimmy Snuka."

Pat Patterson" I just don't know how he wrestles without shoes.

Gorilla Monsoon" The great High Chief Peter Maivia never wore wrestling boots and Snuka is following in the Polynesian tradition."

Superfly Jimmy Snuka defeated Butcher Vachon in short order w/Superfly Splash

Pat Patterson" I expected Vachon to put up more of a fight."

Gorilla Monsoon" They don't get paid by the hour in there.We are going to hear what the Grand Wizard and Superstar Billy Graham had to say earlier today."

The Grand Wizard

Backlund,there is nowhere for you to go, nowhere to hide, you cannot escape your reckoning at the hands of the Superstar.

Superstar Graham

Backlund, tonight I show everyone the truth, that you are a coward, a pretender, I will beat you tonight then I will come after my title, my heavyweight title and finally I'll destroy the false legacy of Bobby Backlund

lod619 · March 14, 2015

Wrestling Review(March 1983)

WWF Live From Madison Square Garden on the MSG/USA Network

Announcers-Gorilla Monsoon/Pat Patterson/Lord Alfred Hayes

Gorilla Monsoon

I am joined by Lord Alfred Hayes for the main event. Welcome Alfred.

Lord Alfred Hayes

Thank you Gorilla. A pleasure to be out here for this stupendous main event.

Gorilla Monsoon

Here come the lumberjacks your Lordship. Mr.Fuji, Iron Mike Sharpe, Tiger Chung Lee coming out.

Lord Alfred Hayes

Here comes Tito Santana and Rocky Johnson.

(The rest of the lumberjacks are Playboy Buddy Rose, Polish Prince Ed Wiskowski,Ivan Putski, Chief Jay Strongbow,Tony Garea, Ivan Putski, Butcher Vachon, Jules Strongbow, SD Jones, Johnny Rodz, Salvatore Bellomo.)

Gorilla Monsoon

And here comes the Superstar in those black karate pants looking phenomenal.

Lord Alfred Hayes

The Grand Wizard in one of those garish outfits he's known for.

Gorilla Monsoon

The Wiz will be leaving ringside after the introductions due to the stipulations of the match and the mass of humanity at ringside.”

Lord Alfred Hayes

And here comes a very determined WWF Champion,Bob Backlund.

Gorilla Monsoon

The WWF title not on the line in this match. Backlund who is usually very affable but as of late due in no small part to Graham's psychological warfare has become quite the opposite. The referee checking each man.

Oh and Graham with the cheap shot to the side of the head of Backlund!

Lord Alfred Hayes

And I believe the match is underway

Graham was relentless from the start,hammering away at Backlund, sending him outside the ring. The lumberjacks swarmed over Backlund, some trying to protect him, others taking cheap shots. Back in the ring and Graham continued the assault driving knees into the midsection. A double karate chop to the side of the neck dropped Backlund to his knees.Graham off the ropes with a kick to the head. Backlund was down. Graham with a lazy cover.

Gorilla Monsoon

Graham resorting to the good old fashion fist to jaw sending Backlund out of the ring again.

Lord Alfred Hayes

Bob Backlund seems to be having problems getting going in this match.

Graham tossed Backlund at will out of one side of the ring and then the other. Rose,Fuji took shots at Backlund when they had the chance before tossing him unceremoniously back in the ring.

Graham choked Backund across the top rope then flung him backwards. Graham's attack stopped momentarily as he went into his focused state that precedes the deadly Dim Mak.

Gorilla Monsoon

Oh I don't like the looks of this. Graham seems to be readying to use that maneuver of his.

Lord Alfred Hayes

Backlund is in a bad situation right here.

Graham picked Backlund up, thrust his hand forward to Backlund's chest, Backlund grabbed Graham's wrist and stopped Graham just short of applying the “death touch”. Graham was shocked, Backlund yanked on Graham's arm for all he was worth. Graham grabbed at his arm. Backlund coming to life now grabbed Graham's arm again, elbow shots to the upper arm had Graham reeling in pain.

Gorilla Monsoon

Unbelievable, no one has ever stopped Graham before tonight. It's always been curtains when he applies the Dim Mak.

Graham tried to head outside the ring but was quickly tossed back in.Backlund all over Graham had the Superstar on the mat and landed some heavy forearms to the face. Backlund raked the back of Graham

Gorilla Monsoon

Very out of character for the champ.

Lord Alfred Hayes

I would normally agree with you Gorilla but Backlund has been pushed to the edge by the Superstar

Backlund seemed intent on inflicting as much pain as possible instead of actually trying to beat Graham. Backlund showing that power he has lifted Graham up for an Atomic Drop, the move that defeated Graham for the the then WWWF Heavyweight title in 1978 in this very building. For the first time in 3 months Graham showed some actual fear on his face.

Backlund dropped Graham. Graham rolled to the outside again and again was pushed back in. Backlund pounded away on Graham. Graham fought back

Lord Alfred Hayes

This has been quite the donnybrook so far, neither man has had a clear advantage.

Gorilla Monsoon

Well I'd have to say Bob Backlund has had the advantage for the last several minutes.

Both men rolled out of the ring,all the lumberjacks pushed them back in the ring. A few of the lumberjacks started getting into with each other but focus returned to the ring. Graham got to his feet first, hit a karate thrust to Backlund's throat. Graham threw Backlund to the ropes, double thrust to the throat. Graham had regained control and tee'd off on Backlund at will with more chops,thrusts and kicks. Graham worked the lower back of Backlund with knees, Graham with a bearhug. Backlund with a thumb to the eye.

Gorilla Monsoon

I never thought I would see Backlund resort to such tactics. Graham really did get to the champ.

Graham went for a right punch, Backlund ducked.

Gorilla Monsoon

Crossface Chicken Wing! Can Backlund get it locked in?

Graham quickly reared back to the corner, and again, a third time got Backlund to break the Chicken Wing. Blocking Backlund in the corner and out of the referee's view Graham kicked Backlund between the legs(low blow) Backlund dropped to the mat. Graham quickly covered Backlund and got the pinfall.

Gorilla Monsoon

I can't believe it.

Lord Alfred Hayes

Such a despicable move by Graham

Gorilla Monsoon

It was desperation on Graham's part pure and simple. Just absolutely disgusting. Fans, until next time so long from myself and his Lordship

lod619 · March 15, 2015

Wrestling Review(March 1983)

Boston Garden,Boston,Ma.

Iron Mike Sharpe defeated Salvatore Bellomo w/Canadian Backbreaker

Bellomo used his speed early on to confound Sharpe. Sharpe came back

Catching Bellomo with a sidebreaker off the ropes. Sharpe adjusted his

Forearm brace. Sharpe whipped the Italian sensation to the corner. Bellomo

Reversed it sending Sharpe in. Bellomo followed up with a monkey flip.

Sharpe backed into the opposite corner. Bellomo followed. Both men

were wrapped up in the corner. While the ref tried to separate them, Sharpe

nailed Bellomo in the head with a forearm shot. Bellomo dropped to the mat.

The ref questioned Sharpe who said “NO! NO! NO!” Sharpe with the Canadian Backbreaker for the win.

Polish Power Ivan Putski defeated Polish Prince Ed Wiskowski w/Polish Hammer

Putski's power was on full display, tossing Wiskowski around the ring at will.

Wiskowski tried to bend the rules but with no success. Putski nailed Wiskowski

off the ropes with the Polish Hammer for the pin.

Big John Studd w/Classy Freddie Blassie defeated Rocky Johnson w/Standing Backbreaker

The impressive Studd led by Blassie to the ring claimed to be “the only giant in the WWF!”

“no one beats the Giant John Studd!” Johnson gave a good accounting of himself.

(Studd with a bearhug on Johnson)

Studd used to using his size and strength found himself matched in power by Johnson. Studd hammered

away at Johnson's lower back. Rocky tried to slam the 365 pound Studd, actually getting him

up off his feet but never actually able to complete the slam. Studd rammed Johnson repeatedly

back first into the corner. Johnson fought back with the Rocky Shuffle. Johnson tried whipping

Studd to the corner. Studd revered the whip throwing Johnson in hard. Studd grabbed Johnson

by the waist lifting him up for the Standing Backbreaker for the win.

Chief Jay Strongbow defeated George the Animal Steele by DQ

Steele still without the calming influence of Captain Lou Albano was more confused

and out of control. The match didn't last long as Steele immediately went to using a

foreign object repeatedly on the former tag team champion. Strongbow came back with

a war dance and several tomahawk chops. Steele right in front of the ref nailed Strongbow

with the foreign object and got disqualified.

Mr.Fuji/Tiger Chung Lee w/Classy Freddie Blassie defeated Tony Garea/Jose Luis Riviera

Lee pinned Riviera after a double knee drop to the head.

Superfly Jimmy Snuka defeated Playboy Buddy Rose w/Lady Sherri by Count-Out

Rose did everything under the sun to try and slow down the Superfly but it was of no use. Even

the addition of Lady Sherri to the Playboy's corner matter little. Rose was out muscled and

out maneuvered by Snuka who was firing on all cylinders.

(Rose is no match for the Superfly)

Lady Sherri tried to involve herself in the match but

ended up being chased around the ring and back to the dressing room.

Snuka chopped Rose coming off the ropes sending him to the mat. Snuka with a

diving headbutt of the ropes to Rose. Snuka went to the top rope,

posed for the crowd for a moment but it was long enough for Rose

to roll out of the ring and beat a hasty retreat to the dressing rooms.

WWF Intercontinental Title Match-Steel Cage(No DQ,No Count-Out,Escape Only!)

Magnificent Don Muraco defeated Pedro Morales to become the new Intercontinental Champion

Muraco made his way to the ring first walking around the ring testing the cage before finally

climbing inside.The Boston crowd really hating Muraco with “Beach Bum” chants. Next came

the proud Intercontinental Champion Pedro Morales. Morales handed the title to the ref who was

manning the cage door. The minute Morales stepped in Muraco attacked. Morales fought back

burying fist shots into Muraco's mid-section. Morales tossed Muraco into the cage. Muraco bounced

off to the mat. Morales grabbed the Magnificent one and again face first into the cage. Morales

stomped on Muraco.Morales picked Muraco up, Muraco thumb to the eye of Morales. Muraco

with a headlock, a thumb to the throat of Morales. Muraco dragged Morales face first across the

cage. Chop by Muraco to the top of Morales's head. Muraco again raking Morales's head across the

chain link cage. Muraco biting Morales in the head. Muraco picked Morales up on his shoulder,

rams him head first into the cage. Morales to the mat is bleeding. Muraco digs at the wound with

with his nails. Again Muraco bites at Morales's head, then spits blood in the air. Muraco rips

at Morales's mouth. Muraco whips Morales to the ropes, attempted backdrop, Morales with a boot

stuns Muraco. Morales getting psyched up clapping his hands together. Fists to the head by Morales,

Muraco throws a punch, Morales blocked, a big fist sends Muraco to the mat. Morales grabs Muraco

points to a side and runs Muraco into the cage. Morales points to the remaining sides and runs Muraco

face first into each side. Muraco is busted open badly. Morales fires a fist into the wound. Muraco fired

into the cage with all the force Morales can muster. Muraco bounces off, lands hard on the mat.

Boston solidly behind Morales. Pedro keeps firing those big rights at Muraco, each taking their toll

on the Sunset Beach native. Morales whips Muraco to the corner, charges in, Muraco gets a knee up

stunning Morales. A kick to the head by Muraco drops Morales. Muraco with a double knee drop to

the bloody head of Morales. Both their faces covered in blood. Muraco up heads to the cage door.

Morales up, the ref opens the door, Muraco is about to step out, Morales grabs Muraco by the hair

dragging him back in. Another big bomb of a right from Morales. Pedro whips Muraco to the ropes,

reversed by Muraco, Morales off the ropes. Cannonball headbutt to Muraco. Muraco points at

the cage door and head toward it. Muraco some how manages to get to his feet and nails Morales

in the back of the head. Muraco lifts Pedro up drops him throat first across the top rope.Muraco picks

Pedro up on his shoulder again looking to ram him into the cage. Morales slides off pushing Muraco

into the cage himself.Muraco rebounded off, their heads collided, both dropped to the mat.

Morales up first, crawls toward the cage door. Muraco stops Morales. The cage door open,

both men slugging it out on the ring apron inches from the floor of the Boston Garden.

Muraco gets wobbly holding onto the top ring rope. A big haymaker from Morales, Muraco

loses his grip and falls backward out of the cage door and to the floor. Morales can't believe

what he's done as the referee raises a bloody and battered Magnificent Muraco's hand in victory

and hands him the Intercontinental title. Pedro's reign has come to an end.

lod619 · March 18, 2015

Wrestling Review(March 1983)

Did This Just Happen?

Central States Wrestling TV(Memorial Hall-Kansas City,Kansas Week 1)

Announcer Kevin Wall opened the program saying that just before they went on air that he would have a special guest joining him.

Davis Sammartino defeated Omar Atlas w/Powerslam

Kevin Wall talked to David Sammartino who expressed his desire to challenge for the Central

States TV title. Wall pointed out that later in the show current champion Mark Romero

would defend against former champion Bulldog Bob Brown. Sammartino said it didn't matter

who was champion he just wanted his chance.

Kevin Wall talked to Bulldog Bob Brown about his upcoming rematch against Mark Romero for the TV title.

Bulldog Bob Brown

Romero the last couple of weeks have been the highlight of your career. You better enjoy

your last few minutes as champion. You got lucky when you beat me for it and you've been

damn lucky so far but that luck will come to an end today.

Avalanche Buzz Tyler defeated The Great Tio w/Avalanche Roll

Buzz complained about Central States Champion Dewey Robertson ducking him. Tyler demanded

Bob Geigel either force Robertson to defend the title against him or Tyler would do something himself.

A big card was announced for Kansas City,Ka.

Thursday March 24th,1983 at Memorial Hall

Central States Heavyweight Title

Dewey Robertson-Champion vs Harley Race

Missouri Heavyweight Title

Kerry Von Erich-Champion vs Crusher Blackwell

Avalanche Buzz Tyler vs Ray Hernandez

Nick Kiniski vs Roger Kirby

Super Destroyer vs Freight Train Jones

Ox Baker vs George Welles

Tonga John/The Great Tio vs Ted Oates/Jerry Oates

Freight Train Jones defeated The Beast w/Train Kept A'Rollin(Running Shoulder Block)

A video of Harley Race talking about Ric Flair and wanting to regain the NWA World title.

Everyone in professional wrestling knows the name Harley Race, knows what I have

accomplished, knows what I'm capable of. Everyone also knows that I want to be NWA

World Champion again. Ric Flair the current champion, the man who beat me not that

long ago knows I'm coming for him and will stop at nothing to keep me from regaining

the title. That's all well and good I would expect nothing less of a world champion but

Flair just remember this. When you see the headlights coming at you it might be time to

get out of the road.

Central States Champion Dewey Robertson defeated Ted Oates w/Figure Four Leglock

Robertson used the ropes to apply extra pressure causing Oates to submit.

Kevin Wall talked to Dewey Robertson.

Robertson said "I've never ducked anyone

in my entire career and I'm not about to start. If Tyler wants to run his mouth, crying

about how he isn't being treated fairly then let him do it to his mommy. He works his way

up to be a contender then I'm sure he will get a title shot.

Wall interrupted saying that Buzz Tyler has to be considered

a top contender. Robertson asked why,has

he beaten anybody? No, he's just another wrestler who thinks

he's somebody and deserves something for doing nothing.

Kevin Wall said it was time for his special guest to join him.

Unbelievably out came the one, the only Andy Kaufman.

Kaufman was very gracious thanking Central States and Bob Geigel

for giving him a chance to come out. Kevin Wall immediately asked

about the problems Kaufman had down South. Kaufman explained

that it was entirely his fault, that he made his own troubles down there.

Kaufman said he has always been a huge fan of wrestling and maybe

got a little overzealous down South but he has learned from his mistakes.

Kaufman also said that he would like a chance to come out and do some

commentary with Mr. Wall some time. Kaufman thanked Kevin for the time

and even went and signed some autographs and posed for pictures with some fans.

Kevin Wall

A big Hollywood star like Andy Kaufman from television's Taxi coming to Central States. I'm speechless.

Central States TV Title Match

Bulldog Bob Brown defeated Mark Romero w/Leg Drop to become the new TV Champion.

There was some controversy as Romero claimed his leg was underneath the bottom rope but

there was no clear camera shot to prove it was so the decision stands.

Bulldog Bob Brown told the "whole wide world" that Romero was just lucky

and that luck came to an end. The tv title is back where it belongs.

Mark Romero came over and argued with Brown saying "you know you didn't really beat me,

my foot was under the ropes".

Brown told Romero to "quit your belly aching. I beat you 1.2.3"

Romero said "yeah and I get a rematch for the title and I want it next week. right here."

Bulldog Bob Brown said "Sure I can humiliate you again."

lod619 · March 26, 2015

Wrestling Review(March 1983)

Central States Wrestling TV(Memorial Hall,Kansas City, Ka.)

Announcer-Kevin Wall

A short recap from the previous week with Andy Kaufman making a surprise appearance and culminating in Bulldog Bob Brown regaining the TV Title from Mark Romero.

Kevin Wall

This week fans a re-match for the TV title with Bulldog Bob Brown going up against Mark Romero. Romero has said that his foot was under the bottom rope but there is no evidence to prove or disprove his claim. To his credit Bob Brown was willing to give Romero a rematch this week.

Bulldog Bob Brown joined Kevin Wall

I heard you out hear talking about last week. Romero can claim whatever he wants to, his foot was under the ropes, the stars weren't alignment, he lost his lucky rabbit's foot but the fact is I beat him 1.2.3. Now being the magnanimous individual I am I agreed to face Romero again this week only because I know the result is going to be the same. He's gonna be flat on his back staring at the lights

Central States Tag Team Champions Hacksaw Higgins/Powerhouse Ray Hernandez w/Ox Baker defeated Omar Atlas/Jim Lancaster

Ox Baker,Hacksaw Higgins and Ray Hernandez talked briefly to Kevin Wall.

Ox Baker

Look at these 2 men. Hacksaw Higgins 290 pounds of pure nastiness. the Powerhouse Ray Hernandez 270 pounds of well oiled machine, look at him Wall, his muscles have muscles. Central States tag team champions and this is only the beginning.

Missouri Heavyweight Champion Kerry Von Erich defeated Dusty Wolfe w/Discus Punch

Kevin Wall talked to Kerry Von Erich about his upcoming title defense against Crusher Blackwell

Kevin Wall

Kerry you've got your work cut out for you going up against Crusher Jerry Blackwell, 450 pounds of trouble.

Kerry Von Erich

He's a big man, very quick for his size, strong as well, just somebody I have to be careful with and not make any mistakes or that will be it.

Kevin Wall

Let's take a look at a video from Crusher Blackwell

Crusher Blackwell

I may be living in the lap of luxury thanks to Sheik Adnan Al Kassie and all his oil money but make no mistake I'm still a mean ol' country boy who can drive nails through a board with my head, throw a standing dropkick like no one else in wrasslin' and squash you like bug.

(Blackwell showing the nail he drove through a board with his forehead)

But Von Erich when I look at you I see that long pretty hair, and all those muscles you built in the gym, the pretty boy good looks, all the little teeny bopper girls screaming for you and more than taking the Missouri state title I want to destroy those good looks of yours, just so I can see all those teeny bopper girls cryin their little eyes out(Blackwell mockingly boo-hoos, rubbing tears from his eyes then starts laughing)

David Sammartino defeated The Beast w/Powerslam

A basic power match between the 2 with Sammartino landing a powerslam for the win.

David Sammartino talked to Kevin Wall yet again about the Central States TV title.

Kevin Wall

Another win for David Sammartino.

David Sammartino

Mr.Wall I've been in Central States for a few months now and haven't lost a match yet. So I'm asking Bob Geigel why if I am undefeated, why I am not getting a chance at the Central States TV title? Do you know why Mr.Wall?

Kevin Wall

I really have no idea. But today we do have a rematch between Bulldog Bob Brown and Mark Romero.

David Sammartino

Mr.Wall I will be out here to watch this match very closely and no matter who wins whether it's the Brown or Romero I want my chance at the title.

Kevin Wall

That's up to Mr.Geigel but given your success I can't see why he wouldn't.

Right now I'm joined by Freight Train Jones.

Freight Train Jones

Oh my! Everyone wants this and everyone wants that, gimme this title, gimme that title. Well ol' Freight Train might as well throw his name out there if title shots are getting handed out.

Super Destroyer comes out

Listen here Jones, before you start thinking about any titles you might want to put some of that limited brain power you got into getting past me first.

Freight Train Jones

I got all the brain power I need right here(holds up fist).

Super Destroyer

Takes more than that but you'll find out soon enough.(Super Destroyer heads to the ring for his match)

Super Destroyer defeated Bill Jordan w/Superplex

Jordan never stood much of a chance against the masked Super Destroyer who had everything under control from the very start of the match.

Kevin Wall announced it was time for the main event.

Mark Romero, the former television champion came out first. Then the current champion Bulldog Bob Brown came out to the ring. David Sammartino came out and entered the ring.

Sammartino went over and talked to Romero then shook his hand. Sammartino then went over to the Bulldog's corner and had words with him as well. Sammartino offered a handshake to Brown but he waved him off and said “get out of my ring!”

Sammartino exited the ring and stood off to the side as the match began.

Romero was on fire early on, frustrating Bulldog Bob Brown with quick armdrags. Brown called a timeout after rolling out to the floor but Romero went right after him Brown headed back into the ring and caught Romero with stomps as he rolled back in. Sammartino watched intently from the side. Brown continually stomped on Romero, a couple of lax pin attempts got some 2 counts.Brown yelled at Sammartino about “this could be you laying here” which Sammartino seemed to ignore. Brown turned back to a punch to the gut from Romero doubled up the Bulldog. Romero with a double axe handle from the middle rope dropped Brown to the mat, Romero followed up with a knee drop and cover getting 2. Sammartino now moved closer to the ring. Romero whipped Brown to the ropes, a running double chop to the chest sent Brown back down. Sammartino began cheering Romero on. Romero to the 2nd turnbuckle, Brown to his feet, Romero off with a missile dropkick, Brown moves and Romero crashes and burns. Brown hits a legdrop off the ropes on Romero and covers. Sammartino throws Romero's leg over the bottom rope. The ref counts 3, Brown thinks he's won but Sammartino points out Romero's leg being on the bottom rope. The referee waves off the count. Brown can't believe what's happened and starts accusing Sammartino of interfering, Romero gets to his feet and rolls Brown up off the ropes. The ref counts 1.2.3. Mark Romero regains the Central States Television title. Sammartino leaves, Romero celebrates and Bulldog Bob Brown is left in the ring upset and yelling at the referee.

Kevin Wall

Til next time fans.

lod619 · April 4, 2015

Wrestling Review(March 1983)

Central States Wrestling

Kansas City,Mo

Announcer-Kevin Wall

Central States Tag Team Champions Powerhouse Ray Hernandez/Hacksaw Higgins w/Ox Baker defeated George Welles/Steve Regal. Hernandez made Regal submit w/Bearhug

(Powerhouse Ray Hernandez)

Ox Baker

Kevin Wall, another week, another victory for my men. But there's something bothering me. Where are all these great tag teams? What good is it being a champion if there is no worthy opponents? Bob Geigel I don't care what you have to do but you find a team to challenge for the tag titles. I don't care if you have to go dig up a couple of your old cronies just get a team together for my boys next week right here or else!

Kevin Hall

Strong words from Ox Baker. Let's go to the ring for Roger Kirby and newcomer Ron Ritchie.

Nature Boy Roger Kirby defeated Ron Ritchie w/Piledriver

Kevin Wall

Young Ron Ritchie put up a good fight against Roger Kirby.

Roger Kirby

Yeah he put up good fight, just not good enough.

Super Destroyer defeated Nick Kiniski w/Superplex.

Super Destroyer joined Kevin Wall.

Kevin Wall

Another impressive win for the Super Destroyer

(Wealthy,educated,anonymous and dangerous)

Super Destroyer

Of course it was impressive to someone like you.

Kevin Wall

You had a bit of an altercation with Freight Train Jones last week on this program.

Super Destroyer

This Freight Train Jones fellow last week

showed me just what an uneducated plebeian he is. He thinks he can physically intimidate me but Mr. Wall I am not only a highly educated man, a wealthy man but I am also quite the physical specimen myself and I have on occasion been known to dispense with the rules when I feel it's called for.

Kevin Wall

You have a match coming up at the Memorial Hall where you will face off against Freight Train.

Super Destroyer

When the match was signed it was just a wrestling match, I originally boded no ill will toward this man but he raised his fist in anger and threatened me and I cannot abide that.

Kevin Wall

You did interrupt his interview

Super Destroyer

I simply was pointing out that he might be putting the cart before the horse in his title aspirations.

Kevin Hall

Well we will have to wait for the big card at the Memorial Hall to find out.

Super Destroyer

Oh you may have to wait but I already know the outcome.

Central States Heavyweight Champion Dewey Robertson defeated Gene Lewis w/Abdominal Stretch

Dewey Robertson

Harley Race 6 time NWA World Champion, multi-time Central States Champion. Wants to be World Champion again and thinks he's going to use me to get there. Take my Central States title, walk right over me like I don't exist? I'm not taking anything away from Race, I'd have to be a fool to try but I got two words for the “great” Harley Race. Ain't happening. You're not beating me and you're definitely not taking my title. You want to get back to the NWA World title you better find yourself another road because this one is blocked.

Kevin Wall was joined by TV Champion Mark Romero

Mark Romero

Kevin I was on top of the world last week when I thought I regained the television title but then I watched a replay of the match and to say I was disappointed and a bit shocked it putting it lightly.

(Mark Romero regaining the tv title last week)

Mark Romero

I appreciate what David tried to do but I can't in good conscience keep the television title. If Mr.Geigel would come out here I'd like to hand the title over to him.

(Central States owner Bob Geigel makes his way out to ringside.)

Mark Romero

Mr.Geigel I can't be champion this way. Here is the tv title.

Bob Geigel

I appreciate your honesty Mark, I know this must be hard for you to do, but I'm sure I speak for all the fans when I say you may not have the title but you have my respect.

Bulldog Bob Brown comes out

Now that everybody respects everybody and all that give me back my title, after all he even admits himself that he won only because of that snot nosed punk kid Sammartino.

Bob Geigel

Bob I don't particularly like the way you've been acting lately but when your right your right.

David Sammartino makes his way out to ringside(it's getting crowded out there)

David Sammartino

Mark have you lost your mind, you know Brown won by cheating to begin with.

Bulldog Bob Brown

There's no proof that I did any such thing. I'll take my title back now.

David Sammartino

Brown just because there's no actual proof doesn't mean it didn't happen. I'll take Mark's word over someone like you any day of the week.

Mark Romero

I may not have won it last week but I'm still owed a re-match.

Bulldog Bob Brown

You are owed nothing, you had your re-match already, can't help it if you blew it thanks to your buddy here. Get at the back of the line.

(Bulldog Bob Brown walks off with his returned Television title)

David Sammartino

You know Mark you did have your re-match.

Mark Romero

And if it wasn't for you I might be champion again.

David Sammartino

You were champion thanks to me, I can't help if you didn't like the way you got it.

Mark Romero

All I want to know is why? Why did you do it?

David Sammartino

Look sometimes you gotta fight fire with fire and that's what I did.

Bob Geigel

Mark again as hard as this is to say you had your mandatory rematch it's time to give someone else a chance and given his winning streak since coming to Central States, David is the next in line and he will have a shot next week here on television.

Mark Romero

Mr.Geigel you're saying I need to step aside, to the back of the line and go through and prove myself again?

Bob Geigel

That's how it works Mark.

David Sammartino

Mark, you had your shot now it's my time.

Mark Romero

This is what you wanted to happen wasn't it.

David Sammartino

You think what you want, all I know is I've got a title match next week to prepare for.

(Sammartino walks off. Romero is obviously upset)

Kevin Wall

Til next time fans.

lod619 · April 4, 2015

A side note:Been slacking off a bit, apologies for that.Also after finishing the March edition I'm going to try and cut down the long winded posts and tighten it up quite a bit. Again thanks to those who've taken a look or commented.

lod619 · April 4, 2015

Wrestling Review (March 1983)

Central States Results from Memorial Hall(Kansas City, Ka.)

Tonga John /The Great Tio defeated Ted/Jerry Oates

(Tonga John prepares for action)

Tonga John pinned Ted Oates after a vicious powerslam

Ox Baker finished off George Welles rather quickly w/Heartpunch

Super Destroyer pinned Freight Train Jones

Super D. despite a few missteps was able to eek out a victory

over Jones w/2nd Rope Headbutt. Super Destroyer looked

as though he loaded up the mask before nailing Jones who

took a few moments before being helped up.

Nature Boy Roger Kirby defeated Nick Kiniski w/Hangman's Neckbreaker

Avalanche Buzz Tyler vs Powerhouse Ray Hernandez ended in a Double DQ

Missouri Heavyweight Title

Crusher Jerry Blackwell defeated Kerry Von Erich w/2nd Rope Splash to become the new Missouri Heavyweight Champion

Von Erich was impressive body-slamming the 450 pound Blackwell but

it just wasn't enough to put down the massive Blackwell.

(Crusher Blackwell with his newly won Missouri State Title)

Central States Heavyweight Title

Harley Race defeated Dewey Robertson to become the new Central States Heavyweight Champion w/Piledriver.

After the match as Race held the belt up, he was attacked from behind by one Bruiser Brody. Brody pummeled Race but being the tough son of a gun he is fought back against the madman from New Mexico. Brody managed to nail Race with a big boot and then hit

his patented running knee drop not once but twice.

Brody went outside the ring looking for a weapon.

Grabbing a chair, Brody went back in as Race pulled himself to his knees. Brody brought the chair down across Race's head. Race collapsed back to the mat. Brody drove the edge of the chair into Harley's throat with massive force. Race started spitting up blood. The locker room emptied as wrestlers tried to stop Brody but none were willing to get in the ring as long as Brody had that chair.

Finally Brody threw down the chair and walked out of the ring.

Bruiser Brody yelled "That's the first installment Race!”

Captain Kremmen · April 17, 2015

Why is Jerry Blackwell flexing? Wrestling was so much better then than it is today.

lod619 · April 19, 2015

Wrestling Review(March 1983)

Mid-Atlantic Championship Wrestling

Announcer-Bob Caudle

Exotic Adrian Street made his first appearance accompanied as always by

his valet Miss Linda. Street made an immediate impact defeating popular fan favorite Vinnie Valentino with the Sleeper.

Street with the assistance of Miss Linda proceeded to put make-up on Valentino.

Talking to Bob Caudle afterwards

Street said It's my mission to "bring out beauty from all these beasts with an Exotic Makeover".

Street told Caudle "Valentino was already a beautiful young man but I have made him gorgeous now"

Street then asked Bob Caudle "would you like to be gorgeous too?"

Bob Caudle said "I'll pass, I'm happy just the way I am"

Adrian Street replied"mmmm...too bad.."

Mike Rotundo defeated Ron Rossi w/Airplane Spin

Jack/Jerry Brisco defeated Masa Fuchi/Rick Harris

Jerry caught Fuchi w/Backslide to get the pin.

United States Heavyweight Champion Greg The Hammer Valentine defeated Tommy Prichard w/Figure Four Leglock

Mid-Atlantic Title Match

Champion Dory Funk Jr. defeated Johnny Weaver w/Spinning Toe Hold to retain the title.

Bob Caudle

Fans I'm joined by the World Champion Nature Boy Ric Flair.

Ric Flair

Bob Caudle a pleasure as always to come out here and talk to you.

Bob Caudle

Thank you for joining me Ric. Let's talk about some of the challengers to that NWA World Title

(To be the man,you got to beat the man)

Ric Flair

When you are the NWA World's Heavyweight Champion, you have to wrestle every night whether it's in Singapore, Auckland New Zealand, Toronto Canada, Dallas Texas or right here in Charlotte North Carolina. There is no season being the world champion, no day off. And you are always in the ring against the best this great sport has to offer. Barry Windham down in Florida, The Von Erichs in Texas, Dusty Rhodes, The Funks, The Briscos, Harley Race, Tommy Rich, Sgt. Slaughter, Greg Valentine, night in and night out, to be the best you've got to beat the best and nobody does it quite like Ric Flair.

(Roddy Piper makes his way out)

Bob Caudle

Fans we are being joined by Roddy Piper and I hope there is going to be no trouble.

Roddy Piper

Nah,no trouble,no trouble at all. Just came out here to congratulate my friend the World Champion.

(Piper offers his hand to Flair, Flair hesitates for a moment before shaking Piper's hand)

Ric Flair

See Bob Caudle, even someone like Piper recognizes greatness when it's in front of him.

Roddy Piper

Yeah,yeah greatness, great wrestler, great champion. But you see Ric what I noticed when you were rattling off all those names of challengers for the world title. Ya see, I noticed you didn't mention ol' Hot Rod in there anywhere. Now don't get me wrong, all those people you mentioned Rhodes,Von Erichs,Race, Rich(Piper chuckles)top contenders all of them but what about Roddy Piper?

Ric Flair

Piper you and I have known each other for a long time. We've fought each other in the past. But that was then. Now Piper you are just not in Ric Flair's league. I'm up here(Flair holds his hand at above his head)as NWA World Champion and you Piper, you are down here(Flair holds his hand at waist level).

Roddy Piper

Oh I'm down here am I. Down scrapping the gutter?

Ric Flair

Piper look at yourself. You've been getting your brains beat in nightly by Valentine, you're out here in a t-shirt and a dress. Face it Piper I am at my peak and you, your not.

Roddy Piper

So because I'm not out here in some $1000 dollar suit(Piper feels Flair's jacket lapel),by the way that's nice, really nice. You get that from Ira Rothstein down on 4th and Grand? Or the gold watch and the gold ring I'm not in your league?

Ric Flair

That's what I'm saying Piper. I am at the top of my profession and you, well your not.

Roddy Piper(chuckles)

You know what Flair, the only thing I can say is you're right.You are at the top of the mountain. But there's an old saying when you're at the top there is only one way to go and that's down and let me tell you something it might just be ol' Rowdy Roddy Piper who does the pushing.

(Piper walks off)

Ric Flair

Piper you can talk all you want about pushing me from the top of the mountain but you've got to get up that mountain first and it's a long way up Hot Rod! Wooooo!

Bob Caudle

Looks like the champ can add another name to the list of challengers.

lod619 · April 20, 2015

Wrestling Review(March 1983)

Mid-Atlantic Championship Wrestling

Announcer-Bob Caudle

United States Champion Greg The Hammer Valentine joined Bob Caudle.

Greg Valentine

Bob Caudle, do you know what it's like to be the greatest United States champion there has ever been? Of course you don't. Every night I get in the ring and have to see some slack jawed face staring at my title, stars in their eyes and then the Hammer drops and the stars disappear yet that same stupid slack-jawed look is on their face. Valiant is one of these slack jaws, dancing around, kissing babies like he's run for mayor of Charlotte. (Boy From New York City plays bringing out Boogie Woogie Man Jimmy Valiant)

Jimmy Valiant

Bobby Caudle, I heard my name mentioned but I don't see anyone out here but you.

Bob Caudle

Well the U.S Champion is also here.

Jimmy Valiant

Let me tell you something daddy, the Boogie Woogie Man would like nothing more then to see Greggy Valentine out here but he's never around when the Boogie man is in town.

Greg Valentine

Valiant I'm standing right here. You got something to say to me, then say it.

Jimmy Valiant

You hear something Bobby? Ya know if Valentine was here what I would say? I would say daddy the Boogie Woogie man would look good as U.S.champion because Handsome Jimmy Valiant represents all the people from Alabama to Wyoming, wooo daddy the Boogie Woogie Man is nationwide.

(Valiant plants a big old wet kiss on Caudle and marches off, Caudle is a little disgusted)

Greg Valentine

You see that Caudle, you see what an idiot Valiant is. He thinks he can ignore me? No one ignores the U.S Heavyweight champion. Next time I see Valiant I'll make sure he knows the United States champion is here.

NWA World Tag Team Champions Sgt.Slaughter and Don Kernoodle defeated Ben Alexander/Mark Flemming.Slaughter made Flemming submit to the Cobra Clutch

Bob Caudle

One of the most dangerous moves in wrestling

Slaughter and Kernoodle joined Caudle proudly carrying the NWA World tag titles

Sgt.Slaughter Bob Caudle the Cobra Clutch isn't one of the most dangerous, it is THE most dangerous move in wrestling. And no one and I mean no one can break

my Cobra Clutch. As a matter of fact I am so confident of this that I will offer

$1000 to anyone who can break my Cobra Clutch."

Bob Caudle

$1000 is a lot of money, are you that sure?

Sgt. SlaughterA $1000 doesn't worry me because I know no one can break the Cobra Clutch. So any of the wrestlers who wants to try just come out in to the middle of the ring and give it your best shot.

Bob Caudle

Let's talk about some of the contenders to those NWA tag titles of yours.

Sgt.Slaughter

Like who? Who is really competition for Sgt.Slaughter and Don Kernoodle?

The Briscos? We've beat them more times than I can count.

Bob Caudle

I'm talking about Rick Steamboat and Jay Youngblood

Sgt. Slaughter

You can talk about them all you want but it's not gonna make them

champions.

Bob Caudle

Some people are saying you and Kernoodle are ducking

Steamboat/Youngblood, that you are afraid to face them.

Don Kernoodle

What people? All I've ever heard from people is a gasp whenever me and Sgt.Slaughter walk into a room or an arena, in awe of the best tag team not just in Mid-Atlantic but in all of wrestling

Sgt.Slaughter

Those 2 pukes, Steamboat and Youngblood are nothing, they never were anything and they never will be anything. Much less tag team champions of the world.Not as long as we hold the titles.

Gary Hart w/The Great Kabuki joins Bob Caudle

Bob Caudle

I'm joined by Playboy Gary Hart. And Gary your man the Great Kabuki is going to give us a demonstration of his weapons skills

Gary Hart

Mr. Caudle, if I may correct you. The Great Kabuki is not my man. Kabuki has come from the den of sin in the slums of Singapore, living on the streets as a child, treated like a stray mongrel dog, his face burned and scarred until one day an old man picked up this boy off the streets. Promised him no one would ever lay a hand on him again. Taught Kabuki every fighting style there is to know, tempered his body with iron and steel until he became a finely honed machine. Kabuki has returned to the world of men to exact his pound of flesh for his suffering. And like he suffered so shall you all.

Now Mr. Caudle what you see here are various weapons of the Far East.(Hart holds up nunchuks,sais,tonfas,a fighing chain, pulls a samurai sword from its scabbard.). As you can see these are all very much real, very sharp and even in the hands of someone as untrained as myself can cause serious injury.

Bob Caudle

You are going to use these on the Great Kabuki?

Gary Hart

That is correct. And given Kabuki's great skill I should not be able to touch him. Now you will notice Mr.Caudle that the only protection Kabuki has is these gauntlets his wrists. The rest of his body is unprotected except for the skills of Kabuki himself. If I get lucky and catch the Great Kabuki with this sword or these sais then some very serious damage can be done.

Bob Caudle

Well let's go to the ring and see the Great Kabuki in action.

(Gary Hart/Kabuki head to the ring. Hart first takes out the nunchuks, he twirls them around trying to connect but Kabuki easily either avoids or blocks the shots. Next Hart pulls out the sais and attempts to stab at Kabuki who blocks and quickly disarms Hart.)

Gary Hart

Mr.Caudle, since we are running short on time I will now draw the samurai sword and attack Kabuki.

(Hart attacks Kabuki with the sword which he blocks with his gauntlets. Hart then attempts a downward slash which Kabuki catches between his palms holding the blade in place. Hart struggles a bit but the blade does not move. Finally Hart says something to Kabuki who lets go of the blade. Hart bows to Kabuki and then they rejoin Bob Caudle)

Gary Hart

Now just so people understand the danger these weapons posed to the Great Kabuki.

(Hart takes a piece of paper and runs it along the blade of the sword. The paper is cut cleanly in half.)

Now Mr.Caudle and all you people at home look at the Great Kabuki's palms.

(Hart motions for Kabuki to hold up his palms)

There is no cuts, no blood, no sign of damage at all.

Bob Caudle

Very impressive.

Gary Hart

All you people in Mid-Atlantic Wrestling, you are not ready for Kabuki. This is what nightmares are made of.

Bob Caudle

That is one dangerous man.

Other Match Results

Jimmy Valiant defeated Keith Larson w/Elbow Smash/Elbow Drop Combo

Rick Steamboat/Jay Youngblood defeated Bill White/Jim Daulton.

Steamboat hit Daulton with a chop to the head from the 2nd rope.

Sweet Brown Sugar defeated Dizzy Hogan w/Headbutt

Pvt.Jim Nelson defeated Tommy Prichard w/Clothesline

Captain Kremmen · April 22, 2015

You know, I really don't think Greg Valentine gets the credit he deserves for being the solid performer he was back then.

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