WWF: Stormbreaker (A Rising Storms Diary)

Ritchardo · May 11, 2015

Goooood morning/afternoon/evening...

There's no cool backstory to this diary, there's nothing you need to know before coming in... I'm taking up the reigns of the WWF as owner/booker Vince McMahon Jr himself - unhappy, perhaps, with the direction the company seems to be taking under head booker Pat Patterson...

This is my first attempt at diary writing for a while and I can't guarantee there won't be significant lapses in time between shows... having said that I've got a months' worth of bookings already so there should be enough momentum to keep me going for a bit!

Hope you enjoy the read and that the diversions from reality are enough to keep you coming back for a little more.

Big thanks to justxyank for his stellar mod and to all the other mod makers, cutters and the people who keep these dynasties alive!

For formatting, I'll be following the TFC/Anderz model because I'm bone idle!

Thanks everyone!

Ritchardo · May 11, 2015

Title Histories

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World Wrestling Federation Heavyweight Championship

Current Champion:

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The Ultimate Warrior

Won: April 1, 1990 (Toronto, Canada)

Previous Five Reigns

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Hulk Hogan (2nd Reign)

Won: April 2, 1989 (Atlantic City, NJ)

Lost: April 1, 1990 (Toronto, Canada)

364 Days

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Randy 'Macho Man' Savage

Won: March 27, 1988 (Atlantic City, NJ)

Lost: April 2, 1989 (Atlantic City, NJ)

371 Days

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Andre the Giant

Won: February 5, 1988 (Indianapolis, IN)

Vacated: February 5, 1988 (Indianapolis, IN)

<1 Day

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Hulk Hogan

Won: January 23, 1984 (New York City, NY)

Lost: February 5, 1988 (Indianapolis, IN)

1,474 Days

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The Iron Sheik

Won: December 26, 1983 (New York City, NY)

Lost: January 23, 1984 (New York City, NY)

28 Days

Other Title Holders

1978-1983 Bob Backlund

1977-1978 'Superstar' Billy Graham

1973-1977 Bruno Sammartino

1973-1973 Stan Stasiak

1971-1973 Pedro Morales

1971-1971 Ivan Koloff

1963-1971 Bruno Sammartino

1963-1963 'Nature Boy' Buddy Rogers

Record Holders

Most Reigns: Bruno Sammartino & Hulk Hogan (2)

Longest Individual Reign: Bruno Sammartino (2,803)

Longest Combined Reign: Bruno Sammartino (3,830 Days)

Shortest Reign: Andre the Giant (<1 Day)

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World Wrestling Federation Intercontinental Championship

Current Champion:

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The Big Bossman

Won: February 17, 1991 (Honolulu, HA)

Previous Five Reigns

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Mr. Perfect (2nd Reign)[/b]

Won: November 19, 1990 (Rochester, NY)

Lost: February 17, 1991 (Honolulu, HA)

90 Days

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'The Texas Tornado' Kerry Von Erich

Won: August 27, 1990 (Philadelphia, PA)

Lost: November 19, 1990 (Rochester, NY)

84 Days

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Mr. Perfect

Won: April 23, 1990 (Austin, TX)

Lost: August 27, 1990 (Philadelphia, PA)

126 Days

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The Ultimate Warrior (2nd Reign)

Won: August 28, 1989 (East Rutherford, NJ)

Vacated: April 1, 1990 (Indianapolis, IN)

216 Days

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'Ravishing' Rick Rude

Won: April 2, 1989 (Atlantic City, NJ)

Lost: August 28, 1989 (East Rutherford, NJ)

148 Days

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The Ultimate Warrior

Won: August 29, 1988 (New York City, NY)

Lost: April 2, 1989 (Atlantic City, NJ)

216 Days

Other Title Holders

1988-1989 The Ultimate Warrior

1987-1988 The Honky Tonk Man

1987-1987 Ricky 'The Dragon' Steamboat

1986-1987 Randy 'Macho Man' Savage

1985-1986 Tito Santana

1984-1985 Greg 'The Hammer' Valentine

1984-1984 Tito Santana

1983-1984 'Magnificent' Don Muraco

1981-1983 Pedro Morales

1981-1981 'Magnificent' Don Muraco

1980-1981 Pedro Morales

1980-1980 Ken Patera

1979-1980 Pat Patterson

Record Holders

Most Reigns: Mr. Perfect, The Ultimate Warrior, Tito Santana, Don Muraco, Pedro Morales (2)

Longest Individual Reign: The Honky Tonk Man (454 Days)

Longest Combined Reign: Pedro Morales (619 Days)

Shortest Reign: Ricky 'The Dragon' Steamboat (65 Days)

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World Wrestling Federation Tag Team Championship

Current Champion:

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The Hart Foundation (2nd Reign)

Bret 'The Hitman' Hart & Jim 'The Anvil' Neidhart

Won: August 27, 1990 (Philadelphia, PA)

Previous Five Reigns

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Demolition (3rd Reign)

Ax & Smash

Won: April 1, 1990 (Toronto, Canada)

Lost: August 27, 1990 (Philadelphia, PA)

148 Days

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The Colossal Connection

Andre the Giant & Haku

Won: December 13, 1989 (Huntsville, AL)

Lost: April 1, 1990 (Toronto, Canada)

109 Days

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Demolition (2nd Reign)

Ax & Smash

Won: October 2, 1989 (Wheeling, WV)

Vacated: December 13, 1989 (Huntsville, AL)

72 Days

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The Brain Busters

Arn Anderson & Tully Blanchard

Won: July 18, 1989 (Worcester, MA)

Lost: October 2, 1989 (Wheeling, WV)

76 Days

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Demolition

Ax & Smash

Won: March 27, 1988 (Atlantic City, NJ)

Lost: July 18, 1989 (Worcester, MA)

478 Days

Other Title Holders

1987-1988 Strike Force (Rick Martel & Tito Santana)

1987-1987 The Hart Foundation (Bret Hart & Jim Neidhart)

1986-1987 The British Bulldogs (Davey Boy Smith & Dynamite Kid)

1985-1986 The Dream Team (Greg Valentine & Brutus Beefcake)

1985-1985 The U.S. Express (Mike Rotundo & Barry Windham) (2)

1985-1985 Nikolai Volkoff & The Iron Sheik

1985-1985 The U.S. Express (Mike Rotundo & Barry Windham)

1984-1985 The North-South Connection (Dick Murdoch & Adrian Adonis)

1983-1984 Soul Patrol (Tony Atlas & Rocky Johnson)

1983-1983 The Wild Samoans (Afa & Sika) (3)

1982-1983 The Strongbows (Jules Strongbow & Chief Jay Strongbow) (2)

1982-1982 Mr. Fuji & Mr. Saito (2)

1982-1982 The Strongbows (Jules Strongbow & Chief Jay Strongbow)

1981-1982 Mr. Fuji & Mr. Saito

1981-1981 Tony Garea & Rick Martel (2)

1981-1981 The Moondogs (Rex & King)

1980-1981 Tony Garea & Rick Martel

1980-1980 The Wild Samoans (Afa & Sika) (2)

1980-1980 Bob Backlund & Pedro Morales

1980-1980 The Wild Samoans (Afa & Sika)

1979-1980 Ivan Putski & Tito Santana

1979-1979 The Valiant Brothers (Johnny Valiant & Jerry Valiant)

1978-1979 Tony Garea & Larry Zbyszko

1978-1978 The Yukon Lumberjacks (Eric & Pierre)

1978-1978 Dino Bravo & Dominic DeNucci

1977-1978 Mr. Fuji & Professor Tanaka (3)

1976-1977 Chief Jay Strongbow & Billy White Wolf

1976-1976 The Executioners (Killer Kowalski & Big John Studd)

1975-1976 Louis Cerdan & Tony Parisi

1975-1975 The Blackjacks (Blackjack Lanza & Blackjack Mulligan)

1975-1975 Dominic DeNucci & Victor Rivera

1974-1975 The Valiant Brothers (Jimmy Valiant & Johnny Valiant)

1973-1974 Tony Garea & Dean Ho

1973-1973 Mr. Fuji & Professor Tanaka (2)

1973-1973 Haystacks Calhoun and Tony Garea

1972-1973 Mr. Fuji & Professor Tanaka

1972-1972 Sonny King & Chief Jay Strongbow

1972-1972 King Curtis Iaukea & Baron Mikel Scicluna

1971-1972 Karl Gotch & Rene Goulet

1971-1971 Luke Graham & Tarzan Tyler

Record Holders

Most Team Reigns: Demolition, Mr. Fuji & Professor Tanaka (3)

Most Individual Reigns: Mr. Fuji, Tony Garea (5)

Longest Single Team Reign: Demolition (478 Days)

Longest Combined Team Reign: Demolition (698 Days)

Longest Combined Individual Reign: Mr. Fuji (932 Days)

Shortest Team Reign: Bob Backlund & Pedro Morales (1 Day)

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World Wrestling Federation Royal Rumble

1990 Winner:

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Hulk Hogan

Previous Winners

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Hulk Hogan[/b]

Won: 1990

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Big John Studd

Won: 1989

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'Hacksaw' Jim Duggan

Won: 1988

Record Holders

Most Royal Rumble Victories: Hulk Hogan (2)

Most Royal Rumble Appearances: Jake Roberts, Tito Santana (4)

Most Eliminations (Overall): Hulk Hogan (13)

Most Eliminations (Single Event): Hulk Hogan (1989) (9)

Longest Time in Ring (Overall): Ted DiBiase (51:14)

Longest Time in Ring (Single Event): Ted DiBiase (1990) (44:47)

Shortest Time in Ring (Overall): The Junkyard Dog (2:08)

Shortest Time in Ring (Single Event): The Warlord (1989) (0:02)

Ritchardo · May 11, 2015

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Results and Happenings from this week's Wrestling Challenge

Power & Glory defeated Sam Houston & Al Burke in 3:15 with the Powerplex (D-)
A Number One Contenders Match for the WWF Tag Team Titles pitting The Rockers against Haku & The Barbarian was advertised ©
The Texas Tornado defeated Barry Hardy in 3:27 with the Iron Claw (D+)
The Boss Man warned Mr. Perfect that continuing his association with Bobby Heenan can only end in Hard Times (B-)
A Video set in the Canadian Rockies aired promising the imminent arrival of The Mountie (D+)
The Warlord defeated Nikolai Volkoff with a Full Nelson in 4:47 (D+)

Overall Show Grade: B-

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WWF Superstars
January 4th 1991
From: The Boston Garden (Boston, MA)
Attendance: 15,909 (SOLD OUT)
Announce Team: Gorilla Monsoon, Vince McMahon & 'Rowdy' Roddy Piper

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WWF Tag Team Championship #1 Contenders Match

The Rockers vs Haku & The Barbarian:

As announced on Wrestling Challenge, this match saw two of the WWF’s hottest teams compete for the right to take on The Hart Foundation at the Royal Rumble. Although more experienced as a duo than their opponents, The Rockers were giving up a fair size advantage to Haku & The Barbarian and the two behemoths used this to the full, isolating the plucky youngsters wherever possible. Outside the ring, Bobby Heenan was a menace too, tripping Jannetty at a crucial moment and turning the tide against him. The pair battled back though and Shawn Michaels’ beautiful sunset flip on The Barbarian (assisted by a Jannetty dropkick) almost won the day but for Heenan’s distraction of the referee allowing Haku to smash the prone Michaels with a stomp to the throat. As The Barbarian made the successful cover to steal the win, Haku took care of Jannetty with a clothesline.

Winners: Haku & The Barbarian in 9:13

Grade: C+

In a Pre-Recorded Interview:

Mr. Perfect tells us that if all has gone to plan, we’d have just seen Haku & The Barbarian crowned the #1 Contenders for the Tag Team Championship and that they’d earned their spot. To be the #1 Contender you need to work hard and earn it the hard way… The Big Boss Man can cry about his Mama all he wants but in his book, The Boss Man hasn’t earned the right to face him… to do that you’ve got to have a near perfect record… and even if you get that far… nearly perfect is never good enough when you’re facing true perfection…

Grade: B-

‘The British Bulldog’ Davey Boy Smith vs ‘Canadian Strongman’ Dino Bravo (w/ Jimmy Hart):

Battle of the bulging biceps as two powerhouses collide in a ponderous match. Almost inevitably things start with a test of strength that the Bulldog easily dominates until Bravo scores a low blow and turns the tide. Claiming the strength victory, Bravo breaks the test and begins to pound down on the Bulldog with clubbing forearms. The momentum turns in the match when Bravo tries to force a submission out of Davey Boy… only to find the Manchester native powering out with relative ease… catching Bravo on the turn, The Bulldog scoops him and delivers a running powerslam to win with authority!

Winner: ‘The British Bulldog’ Davey Boy Smith in 7:36

Grade: C

Backstage with Gene Okerlund:

Randy Savage is prowling and along with Sensational Queen Sherri has taken over Okerlund’s microphone plucking it from his hand. Savage tells the wrestling world that it’s about time the King retook his throne (yeah) and that whether it’s The Ultimate Warrior or it’s Sgt. Slaughter who’s holding the belt after the Royal Rumble… they have a date with destiny and an obligation to give him the title shot that he deserves.

Grade: B+

The Legion of Doom vs Bob Bradley & Danny Davis:

An utter domination by the baddest team in the WWF… Hawk and Animal explode on poor Bradley & Davis neither of whom look ready to face what’s coming their way… a Doomsday Device clothesline that sends Davis airborne is enough to put a full stop on a blisteringly short encounter.

Winners: The Legion of Doom in 2:14

Grade: C-

Backstage with Sean Mooney

Ted Dibiase is looking particularly smug next to an apprehensive Virgil. He tells Sean Mooney that as much as he loves his Million Dollar Belt, he made his millions by accumulating… and he sees adding WWF silverware as a great investment… the only thing better than winning one WWF title would be winning two… and that’s why shrewd businessmen like him and Bobby Heenan were able to reach a mutually beneficial deal… while he’s been reprimanded in the past for trying to purchase the WWF title… nobody said he can’t buy an opportunity – and that’s why at the Royal Rumble it will be him and his servant Virgil who will be facing the Hart Foundation for the WWF Tag Team Titles… and when the dust settles he’ll own both of those belts because he already owns Virgil!

Grade: B

An Onscreen Graphic:

… advertises an important interview with the WWF Champion The Ultimate Warrior, next week on Superstars of Wrestling!

Grade: B

‘Hacksaw’ Jim Duggan vs Sgt. Slaughter (w/ General Adnan):

A real heated encounter this one saw Iraqi sympathiser Sgt. Slaughter take on the American patriot Jim Duggan. And the hatred for the #1 Contender for the WWF title was almost palpable! Every move by Duggan was roundly cheered, while the boos for Slaughter threatened to bring down the house! As the heat in the Gulf continues to rise, so did the booking of this match, with Duggan enjoying lengthy periods of control. The wily veteran Slaughter though didn’t let his emotions get the better of him and as Duggan prepared for the three point stance, he dropped to the canvas and rolled out of the ring, waving an arm in disdain at Duggan as if he were beneath him. As he turned to walk back to the dressing room, Duggan gave chase… a shot to the ribs with General Adnan’s flagpole winded Duggan though and Slaughter followed this up with some cheap shot punches to the face. Rolling Duggan back into the ring, Slaughter followed and continued to stomp on the ribs that Adnan had weakened… As Duggan looked to crawl for refuge to the corner, Slaughter applied a Cobra Clutch and left Duggan no choice but to quit.

Winner: Sgt. Slaughter in 11:27

Grade: B-

With Duggan still at his mercy, Slaughter refuses to let go of the hold… General Adnan joins him in the ring and hits Duggan square in the face with the end of his flagpole, screwing into the top of his head. Duggan is in serious trouble and the referee is unable to break up the hold…

The music of Hulk Hogan hits! The Hulkster charges into the ring and delivers a running clothesline to Adnan, that sends him scurrying to the outside… Slaughter is up and has bailed out too! As Slaughter helps the dazed Adnan to the back, his hair a dishevelled mess he points back at the Hulkster who leans over the ropes and trash talks back.

The show ends with Hogan helping Duggan to his feet before he begins to pose, Duggan waving Old Glory behind him.

Grade: B

Overall Show Grade: B-

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Results and Happenings from this week's All American Wrestling

Newcomer Shane Douglas defeated Boris Zhukov in 5:37 with a belly to belly suplex (D)
The Big Boss Man was sickened by Bobby Heenan’s selling of the Tag Title Contendership to the Million Dollar Man… and he wants a piece of The Barbarian at the Royal Rumble! ©
The Orient Express pinned Brian Costello & Al Burke in 5:06 (D)
The Mountie made his first TV appearance in a pre-recorded interview. Alongside manager Jimmy Hart, he accused Saba Simba of indecent exposure and challenged him to a fight for his freedom at the Royal Rumble ©
A new music video highlighting the updated theme song for Demolition plays (D+)
We’re in a pre-recorded interview in ‘Nastyville’ where the WWF’s latest tag team The Nasty Boys are recording a promo. They spend their time trashtalking the WWF’s tag teams and single out the Bushwhackers as the scum at the bottom of the barrel. ©
Bobby Heenan answers the Big Boss Man’s challenge and says it will be his pleasure to put the former Prison guard out of commission at the Royal Rumble (B-)
Tito Santana bested the Brooklyn Brawler in 4:11 following a flying forearm ©
Video highlights of Hulk Hogan’s confrontation with Sgt. Slaughter plays (B+)
Sgt. Slaughter in a pre-recorded promo tells us that Hulk Hogan should stay out of his business… right now all he’s interested in is that Ultimate Maggot and winning the WWF World Championship at the Royal Rumble in tribute to Saddam Hussein. (B+)
In our main event, ‘The Model’ Rick Martel defeated Jim Powers by Disqualification when Jake Roberts ran into the ring at the 6:33 mark. (C+)
Afterwards ‘The Snake’ looked to get his revenge on Martel for blinding him at the tail end of last year, only for Martel to escape to the back by the skin of his teeth (B-)

Overall Show Grade: B-

In Behind the Scenes News

Following his resumption of full booking duties, Vince McMahon opted to keep things as stable as possible in the short-term, although he is said to have ripped down the Wrestlemania and Royal Rumble booking plans. The ongoing feuds and storylines are set to continue but McMahon has decided to make a few subtle changes to some of the plans. The sudden early departure of Dusty and Dustin Rhodes back to WCW necessitated a re-think of how he wanted to handle the simmering Ted Dibiase and Virgil storyline and this has formed the building block of his new direction.

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Although promising no sweeping roster changes, McMahon has still been active in the market, in addition to the recent roster additions of Davey Boy Smith, Percy Pringle, Jacques ‘The Mountie’ Rougeau, Brian Knobbs & Jerry Sags, McMahon opted to bring in Shane Douglas – signing the youngster to a 1 year Written deal.

Rumour has it that Douglas has made Vince question his decision almost immediately, with the youngster boasting to everyone backstage that honest pro Boris Zhukov was only the first person who’d be jobbing out to him. McMahon dealt Douglas a stern warning that this type of attitude would be unacceptable and that he was far from indispensable to his plans.

McMahon has also made a handful of offers to other workers, we understand, although at press time none have signed on the dotted line.

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One person who won’t be signing a permanent deal anytime soon is ‘Dangerous’ Danny Davis. We understand that Davis, real name Dan Marsh, had approached Vince to ask if he could be retired from in-ring duty and return to refereeing. Seeing Marsh as ‘damaged goods’ in that area following the infamous referee heel turn of 1987, McMahon felt he had little choice but to release him from his PPA contract. Davis is now accepting bookings and will be available from the third week in January.

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Of his new signings, all have now been debuted in some fashion or other apart from William ‘Percy Pringle’ Moody. Strong rumour has it that Moody is being repackaged and is set to be paired with ‘The Undertaker’ – on a hot streak since debuting in November, The Undertaker is someone the company clearly has high hopes pinned on. However, Moody has apparently been placed on vacation for the time being so it would appear that this is either a long-term plan or something that the Federation are reconsidering.

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Speaking of managers, Jimmy Hart was summoned backstage to be informed that he will no longer be taking charge of The Nasty Boys on screen. McMahon had tested the trio in a dark promo and felt that the chemistry with Hart didn’t work. Feeling their gimmick is strong enough to go it alone, McMahon let the Nasties cut their own promo on All-American Wrestling. Hart is said to be unphased by the change and is happy to concentrate his efforts on the stable of Earthquake, Dino Bravo & new signing ‘The Mountie’. McMahon has not ruled out further additions to Hart’s fold in the future.

Dawn · May 11, 2015

This is going to be one heck of a slobberknocker

Best of luck, Ritchardo.

The Final Countdown · May 13, 2015

You know I'll be on board. There have been a lot of diaries that make use of this mod, but I can't wait to see how you make this your own. <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>For formatting, I'll be following the TFC/Anderz model because I'm bone idle!</div></blockquote> You made some refinements to the format that I adopted and have stuck with, so by all means, make use of it! <img alt=":D" data-src="//content.invisioncic.com/g322608/emoticons/biggrin.png.929299b4c121f473b0026f3d6e74d189.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" />

Beejus · May 13, 2015

Definitely in for one of my favorite writers doing one of the best mods. Hope to see this one last a while!

Ritchardo · May 16, 2015

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Challenge.jpg Results and Happenings from this week's Wrestling Challenge <ul><li>Demolition battered Sam Houston & Brian Costello in 5:16 with the Demolition Decapitation (D) </li><li>The Hart Foundation are ready for Ted DiBiase and Virgil – money can’t buy talent and it can’t buy experience, both of which they have over Mr Moneybags and his servant (C+) </li><li>Saba Simba defeated ‘Iron’ Mike Sharpe in 4:18 with a Samoan Drop (C-) </li><li>The Bushwhackers respond to The Nasty Boys, they tell them that they’ve seen nastier things in a toilet bowl… and if they think they’re so tough they’re welcome to come and have a bloody pop at them at the Royal Rumble (D) </li><li>The Million Dollar Man & Virgil overcome The Bushwhackers in 8:30 following the interference of The Nasty Boys, jumping the guard rail and attacking Butch while Luke was alone in the ring. (C+) </li></ul> Overall Show Grade: D+ http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Superstars.jpg WWF Superstars January 11th 1991 From: Madison Square Garden (New York City, NY) Attendance: 18,200 (SOLD OUT) Announce Team: Gorilla Monsoon, Vince McMahon & 'Rowdy' Roddy Piper http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Monsoon.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/McMahon.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Piper.jpg</div></div></blockquote> The Legion of Doom vs The Orient Express: A tougher encounter for the Legion of Doom than most observers would’ve expected, The Orient Express pushed and prodded Hawk and Animal all the way in this tight encounter. Whenever LOD seemed to get the upper hand, the devious Mr Fuji always seemed to find a way to interrupt their flow, his cane hooking the leg of Hawk at one point. Eventually, enough became enough and Animal took to the outside to chase off Fuji… who abandoned his team and scurried off to the back. The lack of Fuji meant that LOD could concentrate on the business at hand… a swift Doomsday Device later and Hawk had pinned Kato for the victory. Winners: The Legion of Doom in 8:46 Grade: C+ Victory was short lived though because even as LOD were celebrating, Tanaka took an optimistic attempt at attacking them from behind… as the pair turned and began to beatdown on him, the crowd quickly realised what had been in his mind… As Demolition led by Mr Fuji made their way to the ring! The two brutes attacked Hawk and Animal from behind and, thanks to the superior numbers, soon had the upper hand over the Legion of Doom. After a brief skirmish, the heels made their retreat, point having been made! Grade: D On the Brother Love Show in front of the audience: The Brother Love Show is back! And after telling us all of his undyling love for us, Brother Love gets down to business, bringing out this week’s special guest… from Parts Unknown, it’s The Ultimate Warrior! The Warrior gives one of his legendary promos on the value of the World Wrestling Federation Championship and that the attentions of mortal men are not the same as those of the gods he worships. He explains that no matter his crimes of man, Sgt. Slaughter is answerable to the punishment of the gods for his sins and he is the weapon with which they will have their vengeance… and when he’s through with Sgt. Slaughter, it will be time to face immortality once again because Hulk Hogan is as strong a man as there has ever been… yet he is still a man… and all men must face their reckoning at the hands of the Ultimate Warrior… at Wrestlemania – Hulk Hogan will face the Ultimate Warrior once more he shall fall short of true immortality. Brother Love asks Warrior about Randy Savage’s challenge but Warrior simply snarls, beats his chest and runs off! Grade: B- In a Pre-Recorded Interview: Speaking of Hulk Hogan, he cuts a promo alongside ‘Hacksaw’ Jim Duggan telling Sgt. Slaughter that this isn’t over and when he attacks one of America’s proudest sons, he attacks the nation itself… What’s he gonna do when Hulk Hogan and Hacksaw Jim Duggan run wild on him? Grade: B- Jake ‘The Snake’ Roberts vs Rikki Nelson: The Snake is in no mood to play with his food this week having narrowly missed out on getting his hands on Rick Martel last week. An utterly dominant performance ends with a DDT in the centre of the ring. Winner: Jake ‘The Snake’ Roberts in 3:28 Grade: C With Nelson still unconscious, Roberts grabs the sack housing Damian and pours the contents over him… even as Damian writhes around Rikki’s limp body, Roberts grabs a microphone and promises Rick Martel that his day of reckoning is coming. If he should find himself in the ring at the same time as Martel at the Royal Rumble… then it’ll take all 28 other men in the competition from keeping him from ripping the Model limb, from limb because he’s not interested in the prizes at stake… all he wants is sweet, sweet revenge. Grade: B- Backstage with Gene Okerlund: Ted DiBiase and Virgil are standing by… Dibiase does the talking of course and he tells Bret Hart and Jim Neidhart that they can fool themselves anyway they like, in this world money talks and nobody has as much to say as the Million Dollar Man… the question both men should be asking themselves is can they really trust their partner not to have made the wise decision and have sold up to the Million Dollar Man… because maybe, just like Virgil, one of them is now the property of Ted Dibiase… Grade: C+ The British Bulldog vs The Genius: The commentary team put over the strength of The Bulldog and that Earthquake has been non too complimentary of late. Naturally Davey Boy can’t hear a word of this and, despite a plucky effort from The Genius, finds little to trouble him in this one sided affair. A running powerslam is all she wrote and the Bulldog picks up his second win in as many weeks since his return to the WWF. Winner: The British Bulldog in 7:33 Grade: C+ Backstage with Sean Mooney Mooney attempts to speak to The Macho King regarding The Ultimate Warrior’s interview earlier but he’s unable to get a word in edgeways! A furious Savage marches up and down the dressing room while Sherri bays for blood. Savage keeps shouting out random words and phrases… but the intent is clear – it’s not the idea that Warrior has refused the title shot as much as he’s completely ignored Savage that seems to have gotten his goat. Grade: B+ WWF Intercontinental Championship Mr Perfect © (w/ Bobby ‘The Brain’ Heenan) vs Greg ‘The Hammer’ Valentine Our main event sees former IC champion Greg Valentine attempt to turn back the clock and pick up a huge win over the Perfect One. Perfect is wary of Valentine’s power throughout and flees the ring a few times to consult with Bobby ‘The Brain’ Heenan on the outside. The stalling tactic is clearly designed to frustrate The Hammer but they don’t call him the ice man for nothing! Taking the battle to Perfect, Valentine at one point had Perfect in a strong figure four leglock… only for his opponent to get his fingertips to the ring rope and force the break. As the match wore on, Perfect seemed to find more holes in Valentine’s defence and after a spirited performance, a perfect-plex sealed The Hammer’s fate in a good match and, surprisingly clean finish. Winner and STILL WWF Intercontinental Champion: Mr. Perfect in 10:39 Grade: B- <div style="text-align:center;">Overall Show Grade: B-</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/American.jpg Results and Happenings from this week's All American Wrestling <ul><li>The Dynamic Dudes debuted with a win over Boris Zhukov & ‘Iron’ Mike Sharpe in 7:14 (D) </li><li>Earthquake tells Davey Boy Smith that he might have got lucky against Dino Bravo and he might be strong… but he’ll never be strong enough to lift him and he’d be lucky to escape with his life… (B-) </li><li>Jimmy Snuka bested Rikki Nelson in 3:40 (C-) </li><li>Mr Fuji’s teams, Demolition and The Orient Express, gloat over their treatment of The Legion of Doom at Superstars of Wrestling… Demolition in particular have unfinished business with them… (C-) </li><li>In solo action, Crush smashed Nikolai Volkoff inside 7:08 (C-) </li><li>Saba Simba tells The Mountie that he has no respect for African culture and his heritage… at the Royal Rumble he’ll teach the Mountie the meaning of respect (C-) </li><li>Saba Simba follows his words with action by overcoming The Brooklyn Brawler in 5:02 (C-) </li><li>The Million Dollar Man is putting Virgil through intensive training, he warns him not to let him down – calls him the weak link and tells him he’s organised a real test for him at next week’s Superstars of Wrestling (B-) </li><li>General Adnan outlasted Koko B. Ware thanks to interference from Sgt. Slaughter at 8:24 (D) </li><li>After the match, Adnan & Slaughter take turns beating on Koko before Jim Duggan makes the run-in save (C+) </li></ul> Overall Show Grade: C-</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>In Behind the Scenes News <div style="text-align:center;"> http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Troops.jpg With the Royal Rumble just around the corner, the Federation's attention has already begun to look ahead to the Road to Wrestlemania and they've announced a surprise additional Pay-Per-View to take place in February! Titled 'Tribute to the Troops' and allegedly being made free to purchase for all servicemen and their immediate families, the show will be the final 'Major Event' before Wrestlemania in Los Angeles, this March. http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Bulldog.jpg Davey Boy Smith received a stern warning from Vince McMahon over his timekeeping when he turned up late for a TV taping… Smith accepted that he was at fault, although he was flabbergasted to find that the smell of methane produced by Hawk was still in the air… As disturbing as Hawk’s gas production was, McMahon was not concerned enough to take the matter further, something that The Road Warrior was grateful for. http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Mystery.png It’s a good job Hawk did clear out the locker-room because the space was certainly needed for some of McMahon’s additions to the WWF roster. At press time, the number is said to have swollen to 60 active wrestlers (although officials are adamant that two of the recent arrivals are here on very short-term deals only). As to the identity of these short-termers, backstage sources are tight lipped. Supposedly only McMahon knows his plans for the Royal Rumble match and both are expected to appear in the match in some capacity. With Wrestlemania booking plans being binned last week, it remains to be seen whether one or both of these wrestlers will still be around in March. http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Ace.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Sheik.jpg Two men who are expected to be with the Federation in March, however, are John ‘Johnny Ace’ Laurinitus and The Iron Sheik. Ace has already debuted on TV alongside tag team partner Shane Douglas as one half of The Dynamic Dudes. With Douglas in the doghouse, it was Ace who picked up the victory for his team and his presence backstage has been noted as a positive one. A keen eye for business, Ace took charge of laying out his match and while this would normally be a bone of contention for most of the locker room as he is yet to pay his dues, having his big brother Joe (better known as Animal of Legion of Doom) fighting his corner, it’s not ruffled too many feathers as far as we understand. Dividing his time between New York and Tokyo, Ace is on a PPA agreement with both the WWF and NJPW. The story with the Sheik, however, has been markedly different. Anticipation is high that he will cause some trouble somewhere… but as of yet he’s not caused any headaches for McMahon… Although not unpopular with any individuals backstage, many are wary of the Sheik and the baggage he often brings with him. No word as yet as to how he fits into the booking plans but with his proud Iranian heritage, there is plenty of scope to perhaps fit him into the Sgt. Slaughter storyline – perhaps an unlikely ally to Hulk Hogan? Whether the American public would embrace an Iranian in this storyline remains to be seen and it’s perhaps too close to home at present… with pressure being exerted on the WWF they may look to use The Sheik as a way to move the storyline away from the Gulf War. http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Nelson.jpg Vince’s final signing this week, Rikki Nelson, has been in an Enhancement Talent capacity only – hardly a surprise as he’s been jobbed out to Jimmy Snuka & Jake Roberts in pretty quick fashion so far. McMahon has made it clear that he doesn’t see him as ready to progress up the roster at this time but that’s he willing to watch how he develops over the next few months. Nelson for his part is said to be grateful for the opportunity to learn how a major wrestling company works from the inside and has stated his ambition is to open his own grappling group one day</div></div></blockquote> -- Thanks everyone for the views and the kind words... Always happy to hear feedback! <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>This is going to be one heck of a slobberknocker Best of luck, Ritchardo. </div></blockquote> I certainly hope so mate... we'll see how it pans out over the next few weeks! <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>You know I'll be on board. There have been a lot of diaries that make use of this mod' date=' but I can't wait to see how you make this your own.[/quote'] I reckon there will be a number of similarities to begin with for a few of the other diaries but that's to be expected - you know me I'm a stickler for what feels real so with me playing as Vince don't expect the midcard to start filling with Cruiserweights for example! Looking forward to it myself! <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="Beejus" data-cite="Beejus" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Definitely in for one of my favorite writers doing one of the best mods. Hope to see this one last a while!</div></blockquote> Huge Compliment sir! I'm not remotely worthy but nevertheless am grateful for the support! Hope you all enjoy the ride! Up next: The Royal Rumble Card (Predictions are open now!)</div></blockquote></div></blockquote>

Ritchardo · May 16, 2015

<div style="text-align:center;">http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Rumble.jpg THE 1991 WWF ROYAL RUMBLE! LIVE ON PAY-PER-VIEW FROM THE MIAMI ARENA, FLORIDA SUNDAY 28th JANUARY 1991 WITH THE FOLLOWING FEATURE BOUTS: http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/wwfrumble.jpg The Annual World Wrestling Federation Royal Rumble Featuring: http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Animal.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Bravo.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Bulldog.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Crush.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Duggan.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Earthquake.jpg http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Haku.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Hawk.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Hercules.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Hogan.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Sheik.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Jannetty.jpg http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Kato.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Martel.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Michaels.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Perfect.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Roberts.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Roma.jpg http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Tito.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Savage.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Smash.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Snuka.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Tanaka.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Tugboat.jpg http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Undertaker.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Valentine.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Kerry.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Mystery.pnghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Mystery.pnghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Mystery.png http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/wwfworld0.jpg World Wrestling Federation Heavyweight Championship Match http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Warrior.jpg vs. http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Slaughter.jpg The Ultimate Warrior © vs Sgt. Slaughter http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/wwftag0.jpg World Wrestling Federation Tag Team Championship Match http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Bret.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Neidhart.jpg vs http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/DiBiase.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Virgil.jpg The Hart Foundation © vs The Million Dollar Man & Virgil In Other Matches: http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Bossman.jpg vs http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Barbarian.jpg The Big Boss Man vs The Barbarian http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Luke.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Butch.jpg vs http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Knobbs.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Sags.jpg The Bushwhackers vs The Nasty Boys http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Simba.jpg vs http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Mountie.jpg Saba Simba vs The Mountie</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div> Prediction Card The Royal Rumble Match Animal, Dino Bravo, British Bulldog, Crush, Jim Duggan, Earthquake, Haku, Hawk, Hercules, Hulk Hogan, The Iron Sheik, Marty Jannetty, Kato, Rick Martel, Shawn Michaels, Mr. Perfect, Jake Roberts, Paul Roma, Tito Santana, Randy Savage, Smash, Jimmy Snuka, Tanaka, Tugboat, The Undertaker, Greg Valentine, Texas Tornado, Mystery Entrant 1, Mystery Entrant 2, Mystery Entrant 3 WWF Championship: The Ultimate Warrior © vs Sgt. Slaughter WWF Tag Team Championship The Hart Foundation © vs Million Dollar Man & Virgil Big Boss Man vs The Mountie The Bushwhackers vs The Nasty Boys Saba Simba vs The Mountie Bonus Questions Who are the Mystery Entrants? (1pt for each) Who will draw Numbers 1, 2 & 30? (1pt for each) Who will be the final four in the Rumble (excluding mystery entrants)? (1pt each) Who will be the Rumble’s Iron Man? Who will get the most eliminations? What will be the Match of the Night? What will be poorest match on the card? n.b There are two further weekly TV shows before the PPV...</div></blockquote>

Ritchardo · May 20, 2015

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Challenge.jpg Results and Happenings from this week's Wrestling Challenge <ul><li>Haku dominated Al Burke, picking up the win in 4:08 with a Samoan Drop in 4:08 (D+) </li><li>The British Bulldog responded to Earthquake, says that he should understand that it’s not how big you are that matters, it’s how hard you’re going to fall (C+) </li><li>Dino Bravo returned to winning ways with a sleeper hold victory over Jim Powers at 4:48 (C-) </li><li>The Nasty Boys tell The Bushwhackers that they can respond to their faces because they’ll be at Superstars this week (D+) </li><li>The Rockers wish the Hart Foundation good luck in their Championship Match next week… and tell them that as far as they’re concerned – they’ve earned the right to be the next team at bat. </li><li>To emphasise the point, The Rockers take down the Brooklyn Brawler & Bob Bradley with a Rocker Drop at 7:11 (C-) </li></ul> Overall Show Grade: C- http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Superstars.jpg WWF Superstars January 18th 1991 From: The Rosemont Horizon (Chicago, IL) Attendance: 13,894 Announce Team: Gorilla Monsoon, Vince McMahon & 'Rowdy' Roddy Piper http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Monsoon.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/McMahon.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Piper.jpg</div></div></blockquote> Sam Houston & Jim Powers vs The Nasty Boys: The in ring debut of the self-proclaimed ‘Nastiest Team in the WWF’ now as Brian Knobbs and Jerry Sags make quick work of the spirited Houston & Powers. Gorilla Monsoon dubs their finisher ‘A welcome to Nastyville’ as Brian Knobbs gets the team’s WWF career off to the perfect start. Winners: The Nasty Boys in 6:19 Grade: D+ In the interview area with Gene Okerlund: Sgt Slaughter is in the interview area at the back of the arena. He praises his manager General Adnan for taking out trash like Koko B. Ware… he says that the Iraqi army is only getting stronger in the Gulf… and it’s the same for his army in the WWF! The Sarge brings out his latest recruit… another convert to the great and bountiful Iraqi empire – The Iron Sheik! The Sheik comes out waving the Iraqi flag… “IRAN… No Number 1… IRAN NUMBER 2… IRAQ… REAL NUMBER 1!!” Boos rain down on the trio as they wave the Iraqi flag and gloat to the crowd. Grade: B- The Texas Tornado vs The Warlord (w/Slick): The powerful Warlord is given a stiffer test than he’s had in recent weeks with former Intercontinental Champion, Kerry Von Erich. Von Erich is no mood to play and after narrowly escaping The Warlord’s dreaded Full Nelson (when the big man failed to lock his fingers properly) he clocked the big man in the temple with a strong discus punch. Winner: The Texas Tornado in 8:28 Grade: D+ In the back with Sean Mooney: ‘Hacksaw’ Jim Duggan is with Sean Mooney and Koko B. Ware in the back. Hacksaw’s not surprised that the Iron Sheik has paired up with Slaughter because he’s already shown that he has no morals. How about he and Koko take Sgt Slaughter and The Iron Sheik down to the ring and teach them a thing or two? Grade: C- Backstage with Gene Okerlund: Hulk Hogan is beside himself with anger. He echoes what Jim Duggan has to say about The Iron Sheik… and if either Hacksaw or the Birdman need another pair of hands, they know where to find him, brother! Sgt. Slaughter keeps stooping to new lows and clearly nothing is going to get in his way and the fact that hard working, honest Americans are out there in the Gulf fighting for Uncle Sam and for freedom clearly doesn’t seem to bother him… well it bothers the Hulkster man, and Sgt Slaughter… if the Ultimate Warrior leaves anything of you behind then the Yellow and Red will be representing the Red, White and Blue and will remind you of what America is going to do to Saddam Hussein… and that’s kick his ass up and down the desert… whatcha gonna do when Hulk Hogan, The Armed Forces and all the Hulkamaniacs run wild on you?!! Oh my! Grade: A* The Undertaker (w/Brother Love) vs Virgil (w/ The Million Dollar Man): Ted DiBiase promised Virgil a real test and boy did he deliver! The mysterious Undertaker returns to the WWF ring with Brother Love at his side. On commentary, Roddy Piper predicts a massacre… and he’s not far wrong – Virgil is completely out of his depth, what little offence he does get in only seems to aggravate the monster more… scooping Virgil up for a one handed chokeslam, he delivers a pinfall victory that was never really in doubt. Winner: The Undertaker in 5:02 Grade: C+ The Million Dollar Man plucks the ring announcer’s microphone and enters the rings to a cacophony of boos while The Undertaker is being led away. DiBiase tells Virgil that he’d given a pathetic level of effort and that if he puts in this kind of show against the Undertaker he has no hope against a team as dangerous as The Hart Foundation… Virgil better get his act together or he’ll find himself on the unemployment line. Grade: B- At Ringside As Virgil slowly comes to his senses and follows the Million Dollar Man out of the ring area, they’re passed by Randy ‘Macho King’ Savage who we’re told will be joining the Commentary team for the next match-up. Grade: B Non-Title Match The Ultimate Warrior vs Barry Hardy And if the audience thought the last match was uneven… Poor Barry Hardy fails to register any real offence in the biggest match of his career being positively pasted by The Ultimate Warrior while Randy Savage’s quiet commentary continues to get louder and more unhinged with each passing second… by the time Hardy has been dispatched with a Gorilla Press Slam, Savage is bellowing with rage and indignation at being ignored by the WWF Champion last week. Winner: The Ultimate Warrior in 1:37 Grade: C- Savage is not sticking around to watch the Warrior celebrate, he leaps up and vaults over the ring ropes getting straight into the shocked Warrior’s face. Savage removes his sunglasses and eyeballs the Warrior directly, the two men are almost nose to nose until Savage points a finger straight into his face, the Warrior slaps his hand away and a full on brawl is only averted by the arrival of a dozen backstage crew who pull Savage away while attempting to usher the Warrior out of the ring. The Big Bossman & Tito Santana vs Haku & The Barbarian (w/Bobby Heenan) What feels like a very quick episode of Superstars concludes with a little taster of one of the Royal Rumble’s undercard matches. The crowd are left wanting quite a bit more though because The Bossman spends most of his time on the outside looking for a tag. The two heels are content to cut off Tito Santana’s progress and subject him to a severe beating. Eventually Tito does make it back to his corner and the running clothesline on Haku gets a big cheer… just a pity the referee had been distracted by Bobby Heenan on the outside so missed the tag! As the Big Bossman is led outside the ring again, it leaves Haku and The Barbarian with the opportunity to double team Santana, a Kick of Fear to the Latino leaving him down and out while the Barbarian stares deep into Bossman’s eyes as the three count is made. Winners: Haku & The Barbarian in 8:40 Grade: B- <div style="text-align:center;">Overall Show Grade: B</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/American.jpg Results and Happenings from this week's All American Wrestling <ul><li>Paul Roma overcame Sam Houston with an Inverted Atomic Drop Samoan Drop in 4:57 (D+) </li><li>The Big Bossman is the subject of Bobby Heenan’s promo – he berates the law enforcer for not being able to get the job done… just like his mama… (B-) </li><li>A replay of the altercation on Superstars between Randy Savage & The Ultimate Warrior (B-) </li><li>Rick Martel tells Jake Roberts that he’s not afraid and that one way or the other, he will see him at the Royal Rumble… Jake on the other hand? He can’t see much of anything any more… (B-) </li><li>The Bushwhackers get one over The Orient Express in 8:14 thanks to the Legion of Doom’s interference, Kato & Tanaka are counted out while fighting with the invading Hawk & Animal (D) </li><li>Afterwards the Legion of Doom’s supremacy becomes clear – both Kato & Tanaka eating a Doomsday Device while Mr. Fuji looks on in horror (D) </li><li>The Million Dollar Man tells the audience at home that the smart business man plays more than one strategy at a time… and that’s why he’s going to leave this closed but unlocked briefcase in the dressing room of the Hart Foundation, what they decide to do with it is up to them… (C+) </li><li>Hulk Hogan will be appearing on this week’s Superstars of Wrestling when he takes on the dangerous Haku, one on one (B) </li><li>The Genius has his hand raised after clocking Nikolai Volkoff with his metal scroll behind the back of the referee in 6:21 (C-) </li><li>Sgt Slaughter, General Adnan & The Iron Sheik cut a promo on Jim Duggan and Koko B. Ware – apparently they think they make a good team because Duggan is Mr. America and Koko is just like the American citizens… he likes to think he’s as free as a bird, but he’s living his life in a cage (C+) </li><li>Our main event sees The Rockers back in action following their disappointing loss to Haku & The Barbarian at the start of the month. A great back and forth match between them and the team of Earthquake and Dino Bravo goes their way when Bravo succumbs to a double Rocker drop in 9:26 (B-) </li><li>Earthquake doesn’t take kindly to the loss and begins an assault on the tag team, with Bravo, from behind. The two take a pasting until the onrushing Davey Boy Smith turns the tide in favour of the Rockers – the show ends with the three men raising their arms high in the air while an enraged Bravo & Quake make their way to the back © </li></ul> Overall Show Grade: B-</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>In Behind the Scenes News <div style="text-align:center;"> http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Sheik.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Bossman.jpg The Iron Sheik didn’t waste any time in proving his reputation as justified! Within minutes of arriving in the locker room he was said to be antagonising Sgt. Slaughter – telling anyone who would listen that he’d been brought in to save the storyline and without him there was no chance of Slaughter being anywhere near the top of the card after the Royal Rumble. Most seemed to take this with a pinch of salt (and some no doubt thought he had a point…) Ray ‘Big Bossman’ Traylor though stepped up to Slaughter’s side and told The Sheik he should be grateful to be given another shot. Supposedly this did not go down too well with the Iron Sheik and after promising to break Traylor, ‘to make him humble’, and a number of cries of ‘bullsheeeet’ any physical confrontation was avoided. There remains some bad blood between the two, however no action was deemed necessary by the Road Agents. http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Hercules.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Warlord.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Genius.jpg Someone who has made his way into Vince McMahon’s bad books, however, albeit not officially is Hercules Hernandez. Currently working as the ‘Power’ half of Power and Glory, Hercules has also been travelling to and from Japan for a cushy run in the NJPW midcard. Despite insisting to McMahon that there would be no scheduling conflicts, Hercules has sheepishly informed McMahon that he will not be available for the Royal Rumble next year, as well as missing a few other TV tapings. McMahon is particularly upset as Hercules was last week confirmed as one of the participants. It is understood that The Warlord will be drafted in as his replacement, although Lanny Poffo has also been told to make himself available that night should injuries or other issues prove to be a factor. http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Mystery.png Speaking of the Royal Rumble, the decision to include three mystery entrants has perplexed many WWF employees. Officials are said to know the identity of two of the mystery participants (with at least one described as a purely one shot deal). With McMahon insisting on three slots it has opened speculation that he is continuing to look to bolster the roster. Our latest information suggests that McMahon has three separate ideas in mind for who should fill the last spot and has sent out contract offers to all of the talents involved… Supposedly he will make up his mind on the night as to who will get the last berth, either way officials are tight lipped at any speculation, although Hulk Hogan, Bret Hart, Jim Neidhart & The British Bulldog were also spoken to about the potential signings and while Hogan was said to be irritated at the news, the other three certainly all appeared to be upbeat. More on this as we get it. http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Koko.jpg One man who definitely won’t be appearing on the Royal Rumble card is Koko B. Ware. The Birdman’s contract was due to expire at the end of January, however, WWF top brass have resigned him to a six month PPA deal, allowing Koko to continue working in Memphis, where he’s currently the reigning Heavyweight Champion. Rumours abound that this was a commercial decision taken by the Federation with an eye on keeping relations sweet with the USWA. Vince McMahon is said to value the relationship between himself and Jerry Jarrett, and sees USWA as something of a feeder league – having their champion appear on a limited basis on WWF TV is a good exposure for the group. Koko isn’t even first reserve for the Royal Rumble (see above) which does seem like an odd move, however, he has a high profile match on this week’s Superstars so the action on the night may explain Koko’s absence.</div></div></blockquote> -- <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Royal Rumble Prediction Card The Royal Rumble Match Animal, Dino Bravo, British Bulldog, Crush, Jim Duggan, Earthquake, Haku, Hawk, Hulk Hogan, The Iron Sheik, Marty Jannetty, Kato, Rick Martel, Shawn Michaels, Mr. Perfect, Jake Roberts, Paul Roma, Tito Santana, Randy Savage, Smash, Jimmy Snuka, Tanaka, Tugboat, The Undertaker, Greg Valentine, Texas Tornado, The Warlord, Mystery Entrant 1, Mystery Entrant 2, Mystery Entrant 3 WWF Championship: The Ultimate Warrior © vs Sgt. Slaughter WWF Tag Team Championship: The Hart Foundation © vs Million Dollar Man & Virgil Big Boss Man vs The Mountie The Bushwhackers vs The Nasty Boys Saba Simba vs The Mountie Bonus Questions Who are the Mystery Entrants? (1pt for each) Who will draw Numbers 1, 2 & 30? (1pt for each - hint: none are mystery entrants) Who will be the final four in the Rumble (excluding mystery entrants)? (1pt each) Who will be the Rumble’s Iron Man (hint: not a mystery entrant)? Who will get the most eliminations (hint: not a mystery entrant)? What will be the Match of the Night? What will be poorest match on the card? n.b There is one further set of weekly TV shows before the PPV but there will be no changes to the card </div></blockquote></div></blockquote>

Uncrewed · May 21, 2015

The Royal Rumble Match

Animal, Dino Bravo, British Bulldog, Crush, Jim Duggan, Earthquake, Haku, Hawk, Hulk Hogan, The Iron Sheik, Marty Jannetty, Kato, Rick Martel, Shawn Michaels, Mr. Perfect, Jake Roberts, Paul Roma, Tito Santana, Randy Savage, Smash, Jimmy Snuka, Tanaka, Tugboat, The Undertaker, Greg Valentine, Texas Tornado, The Warlord, Mystery Entrant 1, Mystery Entrant 2, Mystery Entrant 3

WWF Championship:The Ultimate Warrior © vs Sgt. Slaughter

WWF Tag Team Championship: The Hart Foundation © vs Million Dollar Man & Virgil

Big Boss Man vs The Mountie

The Bushwhackers vs The Nasty Boys

Saba Simba vs The Mountie

Bonus Questions

Who are the Mystery Entrants? (1pt for each)- Dusty Rhodes, Tully Blanchard, Jerry Lawler

Who will draw Numbers 1, 2 & 30? (1pt for each - hint: none are mystery entrants)- 1: Hulk Hogan, 2: Mr. Perfect 30: Randy Savege

Who will be the final four in the Rumble (excluding mystery entrants)? (1pt each)- Hulk Hogan, Randy Savage, The Undertaker, Jake Roberts

Who will be the Rumble’s Iron Man (hint: not a mystery entrant)?- Hulk Hogan

Who will get the most eliminations (hint: not a mystery entrant)?- Hulk Hogan

What will be the Match of the Night?- Hart Foundation vs Million Dollar Man & Virgil

What will be poorest match on the card?- Saba Simba vs Mountie

LordofGustav · May 21, 2015

Prediction Card

The Royal Rumble Match

Animal, Dino Bravo, British Bulldog, Crush, Jim Duggan, Earthquake, Haku, Hawk, Hercules, Hulk Hogan, The Iron Sheik, Marty Jannetty, Kato, Rick Martel, Shawn Michaels, Mr. Perfect, Jake Roberts, Paul Roma, Tito Santana, Randy Savage, Smash, Jimmy Snuka, Tanaka, Tugboat, The Undertaker, Greg Valentine, Texas Tornado, Mystery Entrant 1, Mystery Entrant 2, Mystery Entrant 3

WWF Championship: The Ultimate Warrior © vs Sgt. Slaughter

WWF Tag Team Championship The Hart Foundation © vs Million Dollar Man & Virgil

This causes the beginning of Virgil's turn on DiBiase.

Big Boss Man vs The Mountie

The Bushwhackers vs The Nasty Boys

More like the Bushjobbers

Saba Simba vs The Mountie

Bonus Questions

Who are the Mystery Entrants? Brian Pillman, Nikita Koloff, Bob Backlund

Who will draw Numbers 1, 2 & 30? British Bulldog, Texas Tornado and Randy Savage.

Who will be the final four in the Rumble (excluding mystery entrants)? (1pt each) Hulk Hogan, Randy Savage, The Undertaker & Mr. Perfect.

Who will be the Rumble’s Iron Man? The Iron Sheik

Who will get the most eliminations? The Undertaker

What will be the Match of the Night? Ultimate Warrior vs. Sgt. Slaughter

What will be poorest match on the card? The Nasty Boys vs. The Bushwhackers.

tnyrwn · May 21, 2015

The Royal Rumble Match

Animal, Dino Bravo, British Bulldog, Crush, Jim Duggan, Earthquake, Haku, Hawk, Hulk Hogan, The Iron Sheik, Marty Jannetty, Kato, Rick Martel, Shawn Michaels, Mr. Perfect, Jake Roberts, Paul Roma, Tito Santana, Randy Savage, Smash, Jimmy Snuka, Tanaka, Tugboat, The Undertaker, Greg Valentine, Texas Tornado, The Warlord, Mystery Entrant 1, Mystery Entrant 2, Mystery Entrant 3

WWF Championship: The Ultimate Warrior © vs Sgt. Slaughter

WWF Tag Team Championship: The Hart Foundation © vs Million Dollar Man & Virgil

Big Boss Man vs The Mountie

The Bushwhackers vs The Nasty Boys

Saba Simba vs The Mountie

Bonus Questions

Who are the Mystery Entrants? (1pt for each) Andre the Giant, ric flair, dusty rhodes

Who will draw Numbers 1, 2 & 30? (1pt for each - hint: none are mystery entrants)1 british buldog, 2 the undertake, 30 jake roberts

Who will be the final four in the Rumble (excluding mystery entrants)? (1pt each)hulk hogan, randy savage, The Undertaker, mr perfect

Who will be the Rumble’s Iron Man (hint: not a mystery entrant)? randy savage

Who will get the most eliminations (hint: not a mystery entrant)? the undertaker

What will be the Match of the Night? the hart foundation vs million dollar man and virgil

What will be poorest match on the card? the bushwackers vs nasty boys

Dead_Jester · May 21, 2015

Royal Rumble Prediction Card

The Royal Rumble Match

Animal, Dino Bravo, British Bulldog, Crush, Jim Duggan, Earthquake, Haku, Hawk, Hulk Hogan, The Iron Sheik, Marty Jannetty, Kato, Rick Martel, Shawn Michaels, Mr. Perfect, Jake Roberts, Paul Roma, Tito Santana, Randy Savage, Smash, Jimmy Snuka, Tanaka, Tugboat, The Undertaker, Greg Valentine, Texas Tornado, The Warlord, Mystery Entrant 1, Mystery Entrant 2, Mystery Entrant 3

WWF Championship: The Ultimate Warrior © vs Sgt. Slaughter

WWF Tag Team Championship: The Hart Foundation © vs Million Dollar Man & Virgil

Big Boss Man vs The Mountie

The Bushwhackers vs The Nasty Boys

Saba Simba vs The Mountie

Bonus Questions

Who are the Mystery Entrants?

-Big Van Vader, Owen Hart & Jerry Lawler

Who will draw Numbers 1, 2 & 30?

- 1. Shawn Michaels 2. Paul Roma 30. Earthquake

Who will be the final four in the Rumble?

-Randy Savage, Hulk Hogan, Mr. Perfect and Bulldog.

Who will be the Rumble’s Iron Man?

-Mr. Perfect.

Who will get the most eliminations?

-The Undertaker.

What will be the Match of the Night?

-Warrior vs. Slaughter.

What will be poorest match on the card?

-Bushwackers vs. Nasty Boys.

The Final Countdown · May 21, 2015

The Royal Rumble Match

Animal, Dino Bravo, British Bulldog, Crush, Jim Duggan, Earthquake, Haku, Hawk, Hulk Hogan, The Iron Sheik, Marty Jannetty, Kato, Rick Martel, Shawn Michaels, Mr. Perfect, Jake Roberts, Paul Roma, Tito Santana, Randy Savage, Smash, Jimmy Snuka, Tanaka, Tugboat, The Undertaker, Greg Valentine, Texas Tornado, The Warlord, Mystery Entrant 1, Mystery Entrant 2, Mystery Entrant 3

WWF Championship: The Ultimate Warrior © vs Sgt. Slaughter

WWF Tag Team Championship: The Hart Foundation © vs Million Dollar Man & Virgil

Big Boss Man vs The Mountie (Typo?)

The Bushwhackers vs The Nasty Boys

Saba Simba vs The Mountie

Bonus Questions

Who are the Mystery Entrants? (1pt for each) Ricky Steamboat, Rick Rude, Andre the Giant

Who will draw Numbers 1, 2 & 30? (1pt for each - hint: none are mystery entrants) Michaels, Jannetty and Savage

Who will be the final four in the Rumble (excluding mystery entrants)? (1pt each) Savage, Hogan, Roberts, Martel

Who will be the Rumble’s Iron Man (hint: not a mystery entrant)? Undertaker

Who will get the most eliminations (hint: not a mystery entrant)? Undertaker

What will be the Match of the Night? Rumble

What will be poorest match on the card? Saba Simba vs. Mountie

smwilliams · May 21, 2015

The Royal Rumble Match

Animal, Dino Bravo, British Bulldog, Crush, Jim Duggan, Earthquake, Haku, Hawk, Hulk Hogan, The Iron Sheik, Marty Jannetty, Kato, Rick Martel, Shawn Michaels, Mr. Perfect, Jake Roberts, Paul Roma, Tito Santana, Randy Savage, Smash, Jimmy Snuka, Tanaka, Tugboat, The Undertaker, Greg Valentine, Texas Tornado, The Warlord, Mystery Entrant 1, Mystery Entrant 2, Mystery Entrant 3

Big Boss Man vs The Mountie

The Bushwhackers vs The Nasty Boys

Saba Simba vs The Mountie

Bonus Questions

Who are the Mystery Entrants? (1pt for each) Ric Flair, Owen Hart, Brutus Beefcake

Who will draw Numbers 1, 2 & 30? (1pt for each - hint: none are mystery entrants) 1) Shawn Michaels 2) British Bulldog 30) Mr. Perfect

Who will be the final four in the Rumble (excluding mystery entrants)? (1pt each) Michaels, Perfect, Savage, Hogan

Who will be the Rumble’s Iron Man (hint: not a mystery entrant)? Shawn Michaels

Who will get the most eliminations (hint: not a mystery entrant)? The Undertaker

What will be the Match of the Night? Rumble

What will be poorest match on the card? Simba vs The Mountie

daulten6 · May 21, 2015

The Royal Rumble Match

Animal, Dino Bravo, British Bulldog, Crush, Jim Duggan, Earthquake, Haku, Hawk, Hulk Hogan, The Iron Sheik, Marty Jannetty, Kato, Rick Martel, Shawn Michaels, Mr. Perfect, Jake Roberts, Paul Roma, Tito Santana, Randy Savage, Smash, Jimmy Snuka, Tanaka, Tugboat, The Undertaker, Greg Valentine, Texas Tornado, The Warlord, Mystery Entrant 1, Mystery Entrant 2, Mystery Entrant 3

Big Boss Man vs The Mountie

The Bushwhackers vs The Nasty Boys

Saba Simba vs The Mountie

Bonus Questions

Who are the Mystery Entrants? (1pt for each)

Ric Flair, Ricky Steamboat, Rick Rude

Who will draw Numbers 1, 2 & 30? (1pt for each - hint: none are mystery entrants)

1. Shawn Michaels 2. Undertaker 3. Hulk Hogan

Who will be the final four in the Rumble (excluding mystery entrants)? (1pt each)

Hogan, Savage, Roberts, Perfect

Who will be the Rumble’s Iron Man (hint: not a mystery entrant)?

Perfect

Who will get the most eliminations (hint: not a mystery entrant)?

Undertaker

What will be the Match of the Night?

Rumble

What will be poorest match on the card?

Bushwhackers vs Nasty Boys

Ritchardo · May 25, 2015

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Challenge.jpg Results and Happenings from this week's Wrestling Challenge <ul><li>Shane Douglas was in solo action, adding to his resume with a win over ‘Iron Mike Sharpe’ in 6:05 (D) </li><li>The Legion of Doom warn The Orient Express and Demolition that there’s far more to come… and that if they seem any of them in the Royal Rumble it’ll take all 24 other men to stand in their way! (C-) </li><li>Power & Glory defeated Brian Costello & Nikolai Volkoff in 4:51 thanks to a Powerplex splash from Paul Roma (D+) </li><li>The Nasty Boys hope that The Bushwhackers were watching Superstars last week because it’s only a glimpse of the nastiness in store for them on Sunday! (D+) </li><li>The Million Dollar Man tells Virgil to watch how it should be done and promises that he’ll do a better job than his man-servant did last week (B-) </li><li>Given a tougher time than he was expecting, Ted DiBiase still manages to overcome Jim Powers in 7:16 with a Million Dollar Dream (C+) </li></ul> Overall Show Grade: C- http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Superstars.jpg WWF Superstars January 25th 1991 From: From the Greenville Memorial Auditorium (Greenville, SC) Attendance: 7,500 (SOLD OUT) Announce Team: Gorilla Monsoon, Vince McMahon & 'Rowdy' Roddy Piper http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Monsoon.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/McMahon.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Piper.jpg</div></div></blockquote> Koko B. Ware & ‘Hacksaw’ Jim Duggan vs Sgt. Slaughter & The Iron Sheik (w/ Gen. Adnan): After some pre-match hype from the announce team, the show gets under way with last week’s challenge match. Hacksaw & Koko team well despite their clashing styles and Duggan nearly had it one, missing out on the three point-stance clothesline thanks only to Slaughter pulling Sheik from the ring at the last second. The distraction proved decisive, with an isolated Koko beaten by a camel clutch from the returning Iron Sheik. Winners: Sgt Slaughter & The Iron Sheik in 9:03 Grade: C The Iron Sheik is refusing to release the hold and the onrushing Jim Duggan is speared and pulled back by Sgt Slaughter as General Adnan repeatedly drives the end of his flagpole into Koko’s head while Sheik pulls back on the hold. After a good three minutes the referees are finally able to pull Sheik off which only helps to give him an angle to kick into Koko’s head… As the three heels depart, the dejected Hacksaw helps the referees put Koko on a gurney and take him to the back. Grade: C On the Brother Love Show: Rick Martel returns to the original scene of the crime, billowing ‘Arrogance’ at the stinking Southern trash polluting Greenville… he knows that Jake’s not here tonight because he’s running scared of The Model. Martel tells the audience that Jake is nothing but a coward, there was nothing wrong with his eyes and he was just too yellow to look Martel in the eyes. Rick tells Jake that he’ll see him at the Royal Rumble… if Roberts can even survive that long! Grade: D+ Saba Simba vs Rikki Nelson: Saba Simba got in a final solo workout before his clash with the debuting Mountie at the Royal Rumble. A pre-taped insert is shown during the match where Simba promises to make The Mountie pay for disrespecting his African heritage. Winner: Saba Simba in 3:40 Grade: D In the back with Sean Mooney: ‘Macho King’ Randy Savage is incensed… for a change… this time he wants The Ultimate Has-Been to understand just how lucky he is that those zebras got in the way because in this jungle, you’re looking at the biggest cat who is, was and forever will be the real World Heavyweight Champion, yeah, and as much as The Ultimate Warrior might think he’s where it’s at, the truth is he’s the King of the WWF and the King is coming for his throne. Grade: B+ Demolition (w/ Mr. Fuji) vs Sam Houston & Jim Powers: Notable for all three men spending the majority of their time watching the entranceway instead of focusing on the in-ring action, it almost leads to their downfall thanks to Jim Powers’ speed and technical skill. Once they got their heads into the game though, the sheer brutality of Demolition shone through and a Demolition Decapitation on the luckless Houston from Crush sealed the deal. Winners: Demolition in 6:03 Grade: D+ At Ringside: The three announcers talk about tonight’s action so far and confirm that Koko B. Ware has been taken to hospital for a check-up, Jim Duggan has gone with him. As they’re talking, Vince receives word that Hulk Hogan has just now arrived at the building for his match with Haku and is very upset that he wasn’t here to help The Birdman & Duggan earlier. Grade: B- Jimmy Snuka vs Earthquake (w/ Jimmy Hart): Piper tells us that he fancies Earthquake as the potential winner of Sunday’s Royal Rumble and seems set on showing that faith as justified with a confident victory over The Superfly. Jimmy Hart at ringside proves himself to be a nuisance and it could’ve been a different match had Snuka been unhindered in his attempt at a Superfly splash, instead the delay allowed Earthquake to catch Snuka mid-leap before turning the move into a running powerslam. Clearly having a dig at The British Bulldog, Earthquake finishes the match with a sitdown splash in the centre of the ring. Winner: Earthquake in 8:24 Grade: C Backstage with Gene Okerlund The Hart Foundation are about to deliver an interview when they’re interrupted by a knock at the dressing room door. Okerlund stops to answer the door and past him barge an army of men with various large boxes – the Hart Foundation look as confused as Okerlund as the dressing room quickly fills with brand new household appliances. Two large briefcases are placed on top and while we can’t see the contents, what appears to be a few $100 bills are sticking out from the edges, all three men look at each other in confusion before Okerlund postpones the interview for now. Grade: B- Hulk Hogan vs Haku (w/ Bobby Heenan) A clearly very, very angry Hulk Hogan makes light work of Haku who never really got going in this match, only Bobby Heenan stopped this from being a quick squash with his constant distractions. The plan nearly worked too as Haku managed to bring himself back from the brink with some firm headbutts and throat strikes… it was all in vain though because Hogan was clearly not in the mood! After Hulking-Up it was only a matter of time! Big Boot, Legdrop, 1-2-3! Winner: Hulk Hogan in 7:10 Grade: B With Hogan still celebrating in the ring, the drumbeats begin over the arena tannoy… Sgt Slaughter and his entourage are on their way back to the ring! As the trio enter the ring from different sides, Hogan has his back to the ropes but is calling them all on… Adnan runs first and is caught with a big right, Sheik now from the side clatters Hogan but can’t bring him down, Slaughter though clubs him with a forearm that drops the Hulkster… The Iron Sheik has on the camel clutch! Adnan has his flagpole ready to drive into Hogan’s skull and Slaughter is putting the boots in, slapping his face when another, familiar piece of music starts… IT’S THE ULTIMATE WARRIOR! Warrior guns down to the ring, diving straight under the bottom rope and clotheslining Slaughter and Adnan out of the ring, The Iron Sheik is up and Warrior hits him with a right hand, he throws him into the ropes and gets him with a shoulder charge. The Iron Sheik is lifted above his head and gorilla pressed! Hogan’s back-up… Leg Drop! The two beckon Slaughter back in who looks ready to fight but General Adnan pulls his arm to stop him from going in… the distraction lets The Iron Sheik roll out of the ring and the two of them help their comrade to the back while Hogan and The Warrior pose for the crowd. Grade: B+ <div style="text-align:center;">Overall Show Grade: B</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/American.jpg Results and Happenings from this week's All American Wrestling <ul><li>The Mountie is counting down the days to get his hands on the lawbreaker Saba Simba… He promises that he always gets his man. (D+) </li><li>The Barbarian had a huge victory over Tugboat in 9:13 thanks to Bobby Heenan’s tripping the leg of the sailor and leaving him open to a kick of fear © </li><li>The Million Dollar Man is with Virgil and he hopes that at least one of Bret Hart & Jim Neidhart enjoy the ‘tokens of appreciation’ and make the wise choice on Sunday… he says that he’s only had one briefcase returned so it seems that someone is a smart businessman at least… (C+) </li><li>The Big Boss Man defeated Dino Bravo by Disqualification after 9:03 after Bobby Heenan had left his place at the announce desk and was caught by the referee with a set of brass knuckles before he could do any damage. Heenan comically attempted to deny but ran off before The Boss Man could exact any revenge (C+) </li><li>Jake Roberts cut a blistering promo promising Rick Martel that his day of judgment is on him – “I was blind, but now I can see and Rick Martel you made a believer out of me – I believe in an eye for an eye… at this Royal Rumble, you better have eyes on the back of your head because I’ll be coming… and then… well… you’ll see…” (B-) </li><li>The Nasty Boys made short work of Brian Costello & Al Burke, welcoming the duo to Nastyville in 5:09. (D) </li><li>The Hart Foundation give their postponed interview from last week – Bret makes it clear that the gifts change nothing. DiBiase can have it all back because the only possession the Hart Foundation are interested in are the gold around their waists. Neidhart doesn’t look as convinced but backs The Hitman none-the-less. (B) </li><li>The unorthodox team of Saba Simba & The Bushwhackers pick up a victory over Boris Zhukov, Bob Bradley & Barry Hardy in 6:30 with a battering Ram on Zhukov. (D) </li><li>Afterwards The Nasty Boys invade the ring, leaving Butch, Luke and Simba down a the announcers hype the matches at the Royal Rumble (D) </li><li>A video hyping the WWF Title match between The Ultimate Warrior and Sgt. Slaughter airs along with a reminder of how the folks at home can order the WWF’s first PPV spectacular of the year! (A) </li></ul> Overall Show Grade: B-</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>In Behind the Scenes News <div style="text-align:center;"> http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Mystery.png Our sources have confirmed that all three men approached about being the third mystery entrant in the rumble have accepted their contract offers. Vince is said to have made up his mind as to which he would like to use in the slot and it’s certainly raised some eyebrows backstage. All three men were backstage to meet their new (or in some cases old) colleagues and a nice atmosphere was reported. We’re still trying to source who these additions are and will get back to you after The Royal Rumble if need be. http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Duggan.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Piper.jpg Jim Duggan was said to have been provoked to the point of almost physical violence by Roddy Piper. Duggan felt that Piper was non too charitable about his match on Superstars this week and took offence to some of the comments made. To keep the peace, McMahon had a quiet word with Piper who accepted he had probably gone too far and meant no dis-respect. An uneasy truce descended on the locker room but it certainly remained in most people’s minds even after the incident had passed. http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Bulldog.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Douglas.jpg The British Bulldog continues to get himself into trouble – he was given a final warning damaging newcomer Shane Douglas’ rental car. Many in the locker room feel that Douglas had it coming and that the Bulldog was perhaps less than genuine in saying it had been accidental, McMahon has taken a firm stance though demanding that Smith make reparations and tow the company line. The Bulldog accepted he was at fault but remains on very thin ice with the Company. http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Neidhart.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Roberts.jpg On the other side of the coin, Jim Neidhart & Jake Roberts were deep in conversation at the All-American taping, Neidhart is said to be trying to improve his microphone work and was asking The Snake for some pointers. The two ended up swapping stories about their experiences in Stampede and, bizarrely, surfing. http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Perfect.jpg Finally, Mr Perfect’s absence from television this week was apparently due to a nose injury sustained in a house show. Although able to continue working, it was felt that his appearances should be limited to avoid any further injury. From a storyline perspective, it is expected that The Big Bossman will be given credit for doing the damage and to intensify the Bobby Heenan feud as we build towards Wrestlemania.</div></div></blockquote> -- <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Royal Rumble Prediction Card The Royal Rumble Match Animal, Dino Bravo, British Bulldog, Crush, Jim Duggan, Earthquake, Haku, Hawk, Hulk Hogan, The Iron Sheik, Marty Jannetty, Kato, Rick Martel, Shawn Michaels, Mr. Perfect, Jake Roberts, Paul Roma, Tito Santana, Randy Savage, Smash, Jimmy Snuka, Tanaka, Tugboat, The Undertaker, Greg Valentine, Texas Tornado, The Warlord, Mystery Entrant 1, Mystery Entrant 2, Mystery Entrant 3 WWF Championship: The Ultimate Warrior © vs Sgt. Slaughter WWF Tag Team Championship: The Hart Foundation © vs Million Dollar Man & Virgil Big Boss Man vs The Mountie The Bushwhackers vs The Nasty Boys Saba Simba vs The Mountie Bonus Questions Who are the Mystery Entrants? (1pt for each) Who will draw Numbers 1, 2 & 30? (1pt for each - hint: none are mystery entrants) Who will be the final four in the Rumble (excluding mystery entrants)? (1pt each) Who will be the Rumble’s Iron Man (hint: not a mystery entrant)? Who will get the most eliminations (hint: not a mystery entrant)? What will be the Match of the Night? What will be poorest match on the card? n.b I hope to get the PPV up by the end of the week – I’ll respond to any comments after the show (as most will be in relation to it)</div></blockquote></div></blockquote>

Beejus · May 25, 2015

The Royal Rumble Match

Animal, Dino Bravo, British Bulldog, Crush, Jim Duggan, Earthquake, Haku, Hawk, Hulk Hogan, The Iron Sheik, Marty Jannetty, Kato, Rick Martel, Shawn Michaels, Mr. Perfect, Jake Roberts, Paul Roma, Tito Santana, Randy Savage, Smash, Jimmy Snuka, Tanaka, Tugboat, The Undertaker, Greg Valentine, Texas Tornado, The Warlord, Mystery Entrant 1, Mystery Entrant 2, Mystery Entrant 3

I just can't really see anyone else getting the win here, unless maybe one of the mystery entrants - and one of them I could really see it being, if you went the way I think you may.

Sometimes the best swerve is no swerve. I think you should run like real life, where Sarge picks up the belt here and solidifies himself as a main event player.

Loving the build here, I had actually started a 91 game with this sort of build-up in mind before... excited to see if you go the same routes that I was planning to.

Big Boss Man vs The Mountie - double booked Mountie?

The Bushwhackers vs The Nasty Boys

Saba Simba vs The Mountie - so glad to see another game where someone keeps Simba, lol

Bonus Questions

Who are the Mystery Entrants? (1pt for each) Ricky Steamboat, Owen Hart, Sid Vicious

Who will draw Numbers 1, 2 & 30? (1pt for each - hint: none are mystery entrants) Marty, Martel, and Perfect.

Who will be the final four in the Rumble (excluding mystery entrants)? (1pt each) Hogan, Savage, Undertaker, Michaels

Who will be the Rumble’s Iron Man (hint: not a mystery entrant)? Shawn Michaels

Who will get the most eliminations (hint: not a mystery entrant)? Undertaker

What will be the Match of the Night? The Rumble

What will be poorest match on the card? Simba vs Mountie

Schabernack666 · May 27, 2015

The Royal Rumble Match

Animal, Dino Bravo, British Bulldog, Crush, Jim Duggan, Earthquake, Haku, Hawk, Hulk Hogan, The Iron Sheik, Marty Jannetty, Kato, Rick Martel, Shawn Michaels, Mr. Perfect, Jake Roberts, Paul Roma, Tito Santana, Randy Savage, Smash, Jimmy Snuka, Tanaka, Tugboat, The Undertaker, Greg Valentine, Texas Tornado, The Warlord, Mystery Entrant 1, Mystery Entrant 2, Mystery Entrant 3

Poor Ted... it's so hard to find good help these days

Big Boss Man vs The Babarien

Easy win on the road to the "perfect" match

The Bushwhackers vs The Nasty Boys

Saba Simba vs The Mountie

The Mountie always gets his man

Bonus Questions

Who are the Mystery Entrants? (1pt for each) Steamer, Owen Hart, King Kong Bundy

Who will draw Numbers 1, 2 & 30? (1pt for each - hint: none are mystery entrants) 1) Paul Roma 2) British Bulldog 30) Tugboat

Who will be the final four in the Rumble (excluding mystery entrants)? (1pt each) Earthquake, Perfect, Savage, Hogan

Who will be the Rumble’s Iron Man (hint: not a mystery entrant)? Mr.Perfect

Who will get the most eliminations (hint: not a mystery entrant)? The Undertaker

What will be poorest match on the card? The Bushwhackers vs The Nasty Boys

Ritchardo · June 1, 2015

<div style="text-align:center;">http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Rumble.jpg The 1991 Royal Rumble! January 27th 1991 From: The Miami Arena (Miami, FL) Attendance: 20,000 (SOLD OUT) Announce Team: Gorilla Monsoon, Vince McMahon & 'Rowdy' Roddy Piper http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Monsoon.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/McMahon.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Piper.jpg</div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Bossman.jpg vs http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Barbarian.jpg The Big Bossman vs The Barbarian (w/Bobby Heenan): We waste little time in heading straight to the ring where The Barbarian is already waiting. The Big Bossman enters to a decent reception from the crowd. The big men lock up to begin and this event is underway! The Barbarian gets the upper hand almost immediately with a big kick to the solarplexes, followed up by a back body drop. It’s rare to see someone of The Big Bossman’s size be physically dominated but that’s exactly what happens here with The Barbarian slowing the pace with his hard hitting physical attacks. The tide begins to turn when a clearly fatigued Bossman, his shirt half unbuttoned and hanging out of his pants, fighting for breath is being held up and measured for a Kick of Fear… but it’s the Bossman who connects with an impressive standing enzeguari that knocks Barbarian for six! Bossman climbs to the second rope and nails a fist-drop on the Samoan who barely kicks out at 2. Bobby Heenan looks to involve himself in the match at this point and is up on the apron grabbing at the top rope. Using his weight advantage, Bossman is able to catapault The Brain into the ring! He grabs Heenan and is ready to deliver a sidewalk slam when The Barbarian attacks from behind again, letting Heenan escape to the outside, where he adjusts his jacket and gradually allows the look of fear to drain and be replaced by his usual arrogant smirk. Barbarian grabs at Bossman is ready to deliver a piledriver… but Bossman is able to reverse it and delivers a shoulderbreaker to his opponent… the two are back up and The Barbarain goes for his huge kick… Bossman ducks… bounces off the ropes, scoops Barbarian up and… SIDEWALK SLAM! He goes for the cover… 1… 2… 3!!! The Big Bossman picks up the win and as he celebrates for the fans points to Heenan and then indicates a strap around his waist… Winner: The Big Bossman in 12:06 Grade: B- </div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">In the Back: http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Hawk.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Animal.jpg The first of several pre-recorded interviews sees Hawk and Animal ready to deliver their verdict on The Royal Rumble… Animal: The Royal Rumble! Thirty of the greatest wrestlers in the world, competing for one thing… the glory of victory – no friends, only enemies… there are no rules… the Legion of Doom don’t play by the rules anyway… Tell ‘em Hawk! Hawk: “Wellllll… Tonight’s the night boys! Tonight’s when the Superstars of the WWF come down to our level where it’s the survival of the fittest and no holds barred… It doesn’t matter who you are, friend or foe because when it all boils down you’re going to be able to settle the greatest argument of all time – who is the meanest of the Legion of Doom? Is it Hawk or is it the Animal? I don’t know myself but what I’m REALLY looking forward to is getting there because we’re going to take out every bag of bones that steps in our way. Mr Fuji! You better get your boys’ health insurance in place because we’re gonna kick their stinking teeth down their throats on our way to dominating this Royal Rumble…. OOOOOHHHH WHAT A RUSHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!! Grade: C+</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">In the Back: http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Fuji.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Smash.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Crush.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Tanaka.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Kato.jpg We cut immediately to Mr. Fuji & his two tag teams… While Smash makes odd faces and noises in the background, Fuji does the talking: Fuji: Honourable Demoltion San! Crush, Smash… destroy all in path like Hawk and Animal… pah.. ha ha ha… no match for mighty Orient Express-a! Smash: That’s right Master Fuji, it doesn’t matter if you’re Hawk and Animal or Hulk and Anvil because it all ends the same way – with you lying in a broken heap outside the ring. There can be only one winner of the Royal Rumble… And that’s MASTER FUJI! Crush: There might be 30 men in this Royal Rumble but to win you need more than brawn, you need brains – nobody is smarter than Mr Fuji, nobody is stronger than Demolition and nobody is quicker than The Orient Express. When it comes down to it, you’re looking at the final four… Hawk & Animal… we’ll keep you around til last because we’re gonna have some fun with you! Tanaka (SPEAKING IN JAPANESE): Only brief words are comprehensible like Demolition, Fuji and Legion of Doom. The camera pans on Kato who stands with the microphone in his hand but says nothing for an awkward few seconds before handing it back to Mr Fuji. Fuji: Tonight will be greatest night in history of Mr Fuji and worst night of Legion of Doom. Grade: D</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">In the Back: http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Duggan.jpg Hoooooooooo!!!! Hacksaw Jim Duggan is standing by with a few words now. Duggan: I just wanna thank all of the great WWF fans who’ve been stopping me in the street to ask about my buddy Koko B. Ware. Koko’s a fighter and he’ll pull through… one man that won’t be pulling at nothing but his broken teeth is the Iron Sheik though! As a former winner of the Royal Rumble I know more than most about being able to survive… but tonight’s far bigger than the Royal Rumble… tonight is about striking back for the Red, White and Blue and if The Iron Sheik gets in my way I’ll put it all on the line to give him his dues tough guy! Grade: C+</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Butch.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Luke.jpg vs http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Knobbs.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Sags.jpg The Bushwhackers vs The Nasty Boys: Anyone expecting a technical masterclass here was always in for a disappointment, what we got instead was a full scale brawl! The Bushwhackers might be fun loving goofs but when it comes down to it they clearly know how to fight and they gave it their all against Knobbs and Sags. Both teams showed a willingness to break the rules with Butch sinking his teeth into Knobbs’ shoulder to break-up a nerve pinch on Luke and Sags responding by kicking him squarely below the belt. The action spilled to the outside with both teams using the steel railing and steps to their advantage while the referee threatened to call a halt to the match. As the referee struggled to maintain order, the younger and hungrier Nasty Boys began to take the upper hand and after some more double teaming and a cheap shot sent Butch crashing to the arena floor, Luke went on a one way Trip to Nastyville, as Brian Knobbs picked up the victory for his team. Winners: The Nasty Boys in 7:50 Grade: C</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">In the Back: http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Hart.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Earthquake.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Bravo.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Mountie.jpg Jimmy Hart is standing by with Dino Bravo, Earthquake & The Mountie Hart: Tonight baby you lucky, lucky people get to see the most monumentous and exciting moment in the history of our sport… the night that The Mountie comes down amongst you all and brings law and order back to the WWF baby! Ha ha ha! Mountie: That’s right Jimmy, for too long the WWF has been a hive of scum and villanary but no more! With the full might of the Mounted Canadian Forces behind me, I’ll be bringing criminals to book… criminals like Saba Simba! You parade around the ring in a loin cloth, waving your private parts in the faces of all the little boys and girls who look up to you – making them think that it’s alright to run around semi-naked – well that’s indecent exposure in my book and Saba Simba, you’ll find the long arm of the law tapping you on the shoulder tonight buddy! Bravo: And he’s not the only one getting tapped tonight because boys while it might be every man for himself out there tonight in the Royal Rumble, I am more than a mortal man – I’m the strongest man in the world and beside me is the walking disaster Earthquake, we’re more than a match for everybody else out there! Earthquake: CAN YOU FEEL THE TREMORS DAVEY BOY SMITH?! CAN YOU FEEL THE EARTH SHAKE BENEATH YOUR FEET?! TONIGHT THE CITY OF MIAMI WILL BE RIPPED IN TWO AND YOU’LL FIND YOURSELF SLIPPING INTO THE ASH AND LAVA THAT PROTECT THE CORE OF THIS EARTH… TONIGHT THE SHEER POWER AND BRUTALITY OF MOTHER NATURE WILL OVERCOME YOU! AND TONIGHT, YOU WILL BE JUST ONE OF THE MANY VICTIMS OF EARTHQUAKE, THE WWF’S UNNATURAL DISASTER! Hart: You better believe it baby, tonight the Royal Rumble belongs to the Hart Dynasty and tomorrow belongs to us, ha ha ha ha ha!! Grade: B-</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">In the Back: http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Tito.jpg Quick as a starwipe, we’re with Tito Santana in the opposite locker room. Santana: Hola Mis Amigos! The Royal Rumble is an event of great prestige and it is an honour just to be able to compete once more for the fine people of Miami and the world on the grandest stage of all! They say it is every man for himself – where enemies become friends and bitterness ends… when I go out there tonight I fight for the same thing as I always fight for – the love and respect of my familia. When I win the Royal Rumble it will set me up to return to where I belong, in the contendership for the biggest titles the WWF has to offer… tonight it begins with the Royal Rumble and it ends with me as World Wrestling Federation Champion! Arriba! Grade: D+</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">In the Back: http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Michaels.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Jannetty.jpg The Rockers are next to talk up their chances in tonight’s main event: Marty Jannetty: There’s one thing that The Rockers can never be accused of and that’s dropping off early before it’s time to bang! There’s 28 other guys out there who should know that we’re coming – it doesn’t matter if you’re Hulk Hogan, Randy Savage or the Earthquake – The Rockers don’t know how to quit and we ain’t gonna stop… it might be a long night, but we’re used to partying through the hours! Shawn Michaels: You’re not wrong Marty and let me make this absolutely clear for each and every other team in the WWF – tonight you’re gonna see a statement of intent because for too long The Rockers have been denied opportunities and the chances given to lesser teams – when the smoke clears tonight there’ll be no doubt who the best TEAM in the WWF is and we will get the chance we’ve earned to fight for those WWF titles so Hart Foundation, Ted DiBiase – we don’t care who wins, we only care that you watch for what’s coming because tonight’s the audition and if you think we’re impressive tonight that’s nothing compared to what happens when we get to the big dance! Grade: C</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">WWF Tag Team Championship: http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Bret.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Neidhart.jpg vs http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/DiBiase.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Virgil.jpg The Hart Foundation © vs The Million Dollar Man & Virgil: Despite the fighting talk from Shawn Michaels it’s doubtful whether either team would’ve heard it given they’re next on the bill. Entering to a strong fan reaction The Hart Foundation are the clear favourites heading into the match and their experience teaming together shines through. With Virgil forced to start the match against Bret Hart, The Excellence of Execution takes his time in picking DiBiase’s man servant apart, move by move. Gorilla Monsoon praises the attention to detail applied by Bret and that he never seems to waste a single move. Jim Neidhart, on the other hand is closer to a force of nature and his brutal attacks on Virgil nearly score a pinfall, but for DiBiase’s decisive breakup following a spinebuster. When DiBiase himself enters the ring, the match changes on its head, despite The Anvil clearly being stronger he seems to struggle when it comes to dealing with DiBiase… and yet wasn’t keen on Bret tagging back in. It takes Neidhart being whipped to the ropes (and what seemed like a set-up for the Million Dollar Dream) for Bret to be able to sneak a tag back in as the onrushing Anvil was tagged by The Hitman. What follows is a brief but excellent technical match – DiBiase suddenly appears to be in trouble against the fresher Hitman and after a series of counters that has the crowd on the edge of their seats, when DiBiase, almost out on his feet after, is whipped into the ropes, it’s Virgil who gets the blind tag! As Virgil tags in he’s met by an onrushing Anvil who hoists Virgil in the air, cannoning off the opposite rope, Bret Hart hits a picture perfect Hart Attack clothesline to pick up the victory as a shellshocked Ted DiBiase looks on in fury! Winners and STILL WWF Tag Team Champions: The Hart Foundation in 13:35 Grade: B- Vince McMahon tells us that Tugboat is waiting backstage but before we have a chance to go there, Ted DiBiase has launched a vicious attack on Virgil! DiBiase kicks and punches into the fallen manservant with a viciousness that put to shame any beating that The Hart Foundation had placed on them. DiBiase is not letting up and he can be heard screaming that he’s nothing but a failure… as various referees and road agents hit the ring they’re unable to either reason with or stop DiBiase who keeps rushing at anyone jumping on to the apron before returning to Virgil for another kick in the head! The commentary team are beside themselves in disgust, Roddy Piper in particular is getting worked up at DiBiase’s bullying… as The Million Dollar Man sees off Earl Hebner... http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Piper.jpg Piper jumps to his feet and vaults into the ring! As DiBiase turns, Piper is standing wagging his finger, a punch is thrown but blocked by the Scotsman! Hot Rod returns a right of his own and the place erupts as DiBiase drops to the canvas! The distraction is enough for the referees to get into the ring and haul Ted away from Virgil. DiBiase is dragged to the back while Piper tries to get Virgil up to his feet bellowing at him to be a man and stand-up… slowly Virgil gets to his feet but rather than thank Roddy he shoves him away, clearly angry and embarrassed. Piper holds his hands up that he doesn’t mean to offend him but Virgil doesn’t want to know, angrily storming away. Grade: B</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">In the Back: http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Martel.jpg Rick Martel is spraying arrogance in the Locker Room Martel: Can you smell that stench? The horrible odour of a rancid, disgusting slimy creature… and that’s just Jake Roberts… Jake The Snake I gave you the perfect opportunity to fix your life – you stink, inside the ring and out… but you didn’t take that chance instead you blame ME for trying to make you a better person… I’m not scared of you and that thing you keep in your bag – Arrogance is not just a fragrance, it’s a way of life. Grade: C-</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">In the Back: http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Roma.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Warlord.jpg Paul Roma & The Warlord have some wise words, with Slick cutting some shapes behind them: Roma: You all know me! I’m all about the Glory and nothing says glorious to me quite like winning the Royal Rumble – I’m the greatest technical wrestler in the world today, and my partner Hercules might be the strongest… but Power is more than how much you can lift, it’s also how much you can dominate your opponents and nobody can dominate quite like the man next to me. Warlord: ARRRR!!! YOU HAVE THE GLORY HERE! YOU HAVE THE REAL POWER HERE! THIS IS OUR DESTINY! ARRRRRRGGH! Grade: D-</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Simba.jpg vs http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Mountie.jpg Saba Simba vs The Mountie (w/Jimmy Hart): Much hyped over the last month, the debut of The Mountie brought with it a sense of forgone conclusion. Even the most optimistic of fans didn’t seem to be giving Saba Simba much of a chance. The former Tony Atlas is no slouch in the ring though and he’d been riled up by some of The Mountie’s comments over the past month – so much so that it’s Simba who takes the action to The Mountie in the initial stages – a fireman’s carry converted into a back suplex gets a 2 count and seems to wake The Mountie from his complacency. A vicious streak quickly becomes evident as the Canadian works over Saba Simba’s mid-section. Clearly it was a well thought out plan because it has severely weakened Saba Simba and the Boston Crab is inescapable for Saba Simba as The Mountie opens his WWF account with a victory! Winner: The Mountie in 6:11 Grade: D+</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">In the Back: http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Bulldog.jpg The British Bulldog delivers a message of intent next: Bulldog: The Royal Rumble – 30 of the top superstars in the WWF and tonight the winner will be crowned, an over the top battle royal of survival – you can’t be the top dog in the WWF unless you know how to fight and there’s no bull in this British Bulldog! Earthquake, you might be the biggest man in the WWF but that just means you’re gonna fall harder and when I pick you up and slam you out of that ring, the earth will quake all right but it’s because the new dog in town will have proved that he’s the biggest and the baddest! Grade: C-</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">In the Back: http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Heenan.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Perfect.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Haku.jpg Two more of tonight’s entrants in the Royal Rumble are ready with their thoughts, along with manager Bobby Heenan: Heenan: Before we talk about the future, let’s dwell for a moment on the past… The Big Bossman might’ve got lucky tonight when he cheapshotted me and he cheapshotted The Barbarian but luck is just like the Big Bossman’s mama’s looks… they’re never gonna last and just like his momma, he’ll be left with nothing but broken dreams and an overwhelming sense of having been a failure because you see Big Bossman, you might’ve survived this far… but next up you’ve got Perfection. You’ve earned the right to face the Intercontinental Champion and I can’t take that away from you… but you’re reaching higher than you’ve ever reached before and when you slip and fall over, you’re gonna travel for a long time before you hit the bottom… just like the bottom of the bottle that your momma drinks from every day when she thinks of the pathetic excuse of a son she has brought into the world. Perfect: But that’s what’s in store for you Bossman, yet another miss in a life full of failures – one thing that can’t miss tonight is Mr. Perfect’s shot at immortality. I have the greatest opportunity of all tonight to show the world what I already know, that I’m absolutely Perfect… When all is said and done and the smoke clears you’re going to be looking at the 1991 Royal Rumble winner, the current Intercontinental Champion and The Ultimate Warrior or Sgt. Slaughter won’t be able to do anything but name me the number one contender for the WWF title… I don’t care if you’re Hulk Hogan or you’re Randy Savage or whoever else is stupid enough to step into that ring, tonight it belongs to Mr Perfect and from where I’m looking in – that’s absolutely perfect! Heenan: And just to seal the deal, this family works together – you already all know that and Haku is my enforcer, it’s Haku’s job to stop problems before they become problems, he’s the toughest man in wrestling today and he’s here to make sure this Family rise back to the top! Grade: B-</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>[/center]Video Package: http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Warrior.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Slaughter.jpg A short video plays documenting the return of Sgt. Slaughter to the WWF and the increasing tension between him and The Ultimate Warrior, it’s the same video that closed out All American Wrestling and gets the fans pumped for what’s to come Grade: B+[/center]</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">WWF World Heavyweight Championship: http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Warrior.jpg vs http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Slaughter.jpg The Ultimate Warrior © vs Sgt Slaughter (w/General Adnan): The kinetic energy of The Ultimate Warrior is infectious and was enough to get the crowd on their feet for the duration of a frantic and surprisingly tight encounter. Most casual observers expected The Warrior to dominate his older foe but Slaughter showed exactly why he had been considered the top challenger for this event by looking to sap the speed and power from The Warrior at every turn. Being used to dominating opponents large and small, The Ultimate Warrior found himself against a man who’s not afraid to flat out break, rather than bend the rules, using every short-cut in the book to try and work an advantage. When The Warrior was able to use his power, he was dominant, the problem was that General Adnan was a continual nuisance on the outside, using his presence to break the flow of the Warrior’s assaults and generally get in the referee’s way. Still, in spite of everything, The Warrior was still the heavy favourite and for all Slaughter kept trying to wear him down, The Ultimate One refused to flag, powering out of an attempt at the camel clutch and turning it into an impressive back bodydrop! Slaughter was in real trouble and even removing the top turnbuckle and ramming Warrior’s head into did little but annoy him! Summoning the power of the little Warriors, Slaughter was caught with a flying shoulder tackle and was lifted up for a gorilla press slam... but it was not to be! From out of the audience came a familiar figure… http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Savage.jpg Even as Vince McMahon screamed on commentary that The Macho King had no right to be here, he made his presence felt! Leaping over the crowd barrier and on to the apron, General Adnan distracted the referee long enough for Savage to crack The Ultimate Warrior in the head with his sceptre. The blow, along with the weight of the falling Slaughter knocked the wind out of the Ultimate Warrior and the referee turned to deliver the count… 1… 2… 3!!!! Winner and NEW WWF World Heavyweight Champion: Sgt. Slaughter in 12:56 Grade: A The crowd can’t believe it and neither can the commentators! Sgt. Slaughter is celebrating in the ring with General Adnan and Savage is pointing a finger at the Warrior when… http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Hogan.jpg IT’S HULK HOGAN!!! The Hulkster comes running down the aisle and straight into the ring! He goes to throw a clothesline at Slaughter but he ducks and rolls out of the ring! General Adnan has the WWF title and has placed it over the shoulder of Sgt. Slaughter… Hogan is arguing with the referee, Shane Stevens, and pointing to Savage… Stevens is in consultation with Howard Finkel as the Warrior begins to come round… Finkel: “Ladies and Gentlemen… as a result of a request by Mr. Hogan, the referee has asked to review the footage of the last few moments of this match…” Almost immediately, the last few seconds of the bout are shown and Randy Savage is clearly seen hitting The Warrior with the sceptre… at the sight of this, Stevens shakes his head and instructs the bell to be rung again… Finkel: “Ladies and Gentlemen… the referee has ruled that the winner of the match… and STILL World Wrestling Federation Champion… THE ULTIMATE WARRIOR!!!” The crowd erupt as a distraught Slaughter drops to his knees. Savage is absolutely furious and clearly blames Hogan for this turn of events. The Ultimate Warrior looks as if he’s still concussed but there’s near pandemonium as Stevens pulls the belt from Slaughter and hands it to a groggy Warrior! Winner and STILL WWF World Heavyweight Champion: The Ultimate Warrior in 12:56 Grade: B+</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">Video Package: http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Hogan.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/DiBiase.jpg http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Duggan.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Warlord.jpg A video of some of the top contenders in this year’s Royal Rumble plays – the video emphasises some of the records set in the past including Hulk Hogan’s record number of eliminations, Jim Duggan’s first victory and Ted DiBiase’s record breaking longevity run... as well as The Warlord's ignominious record for the shortest time in the ring... Grade: C+</div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">The 1991 Royal Rumble Match: http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Rumble.jpg After running down the rules, Howard Finkel introduces to the man who drew Number 1... #1. Mr Perfect http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Perfect.jpg And here comes Mr. Perfect! He bats his chewing gum out of his hand and throws his towel into the crowd, he looks less than pleased at drawing what is often described as the worst number... Roddy Piper ventures on commentary though that he thinks Number 2 is a worse draw to have because at least Number 1 gets to be in the ring and can attack the number 2 entrant before he can really get comfortable... No time to waste though because here comes Number 2... #2. Marty Jannetty http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Jannetty.jpg Piper's words prove prophetic because even as Marty gets in the ring, Perfect unleashes with a blistering attack! The 1991 Royal Rumble starts off at a high octane pace thanks to the current WWF Intercontinental Champion matching the speed of his opponent, one half of The Rockers, Marty Jannetty. Perfect seems to have a clear gameplan, eliminate the competition before it can become a problem. Our commentary team point out that last year’s #1, Ted DiBiase set a longevity record and on his way eliminated Marty Jannetty at #3 inside the two minutes. History doesn’t repeat itself here though with Jannetty having learned from his mistakes, the Rocker stays on his feet and is still grappling with Mr. Perfect when then buzzer sounds. #3. The Warlord http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Warlord.jpg Still Alive: Mr. Perfect (2:00) Marty Jannetty (2:00) Over 6’6’’ tall, The Warlord bears down on the ring with a slow and purposeful stride. Jannetty and Perfect seem to reach a silent truce as the big man steps in. Gorilla Monsoon tells us that The Warlord holds the record for the shortest stay in the ring with 2 seconds… Much like Jannetty though, he’s learned and sidesteps an attempt by Marty to end his night quickly. The concept of the Royal Rumble is really heavily promoted here as both men who had been fighting together just moments ago combine their efforts on taking The Warlord down. The big man is on his back as the buzzer signals the arrival of number four… #4. Dino Bravo http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Bravo.jpg Still Alive: Mr Perfect (4:00) Marty Jannetty (4:00) The Warlord (2:00) Perfect continues working on The Warlord, leaving Dino Bravo to Marty Jannetty. Jannetty and his partner Shawn Michaels overcame Dino Bravo and Earthquake a few weeks ago and the Canadian Strongman is out for revenge, he hurls Jannetty over the top rope… but fails to follow through and the Rocker is able to land on the apron and get back into the ring unscathed. Perfect is in trouble too, he’s in a tight chokehold in the corner but The Warlord is unable to work it to his advantage. #5. 'The Texas Tornado' Kerry Von Erich http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Kerry.jpg Still Alive: Mr Perfect (6:00) Marty Jannetty (6:00) The Warlord (4:00) Dino Bravo (2:00) The Texas Tornado gets a strong reception from the crowd and he rewards their faith in him instantly by cracking The Warlord with a Discus Punch to the temple, the force of the blow sends The Warlord sprawling over the top rope and crashing out, the first of our 29 casualties of the evening! The Warlord eliminated in 4.14 by The Texas Tornado It’s clear that the Tornado wanted to get his hands on old rival Mr Perfect and the two are soon slugging it out, the fresher Von Erich getting the better of Perfect for the most part. Meanwhile, Dino Bravo is still trying to power Jannetty over the top rope, hooking his arm on the bottom rope, Marty lets Bravo’s strength be his undoing, as the two tumble over the top rope, only for Marty to save himself and slide back underneath. Bravo is not as fortunate and quickly sprawls on the outside floor. Dino Bravo eliminated in 3:11 by Marty Jannetty Jannetty begins to team with The Texas Tornado to try and oust Mr. Perfect but to no avail, Perfect hanging on to the bottom rope in the corner like grim death. #6. 'Cowboy' Bob Orton http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Orton.jpg Still Alive: Mr Perfect (8:00) Marty Jannetty (8:00) Texas Tornado (2:00) A surprise entry for the audience as ‘Cowboy’ Bob Orton makes his way to the ring, his arm still in a plaster cast! Monsoon mentions that Orton broke his arm in 1984 and can’t believe that it’s still not healed… Piper clearly has a soft spot for Bobby, as he calls him and wills him on! He starts out by clubbing The Tornado with the cast and it drops Kerry to his knees, a blow now to Jannetty and suddenly Perfect seems to have the upper hand again thanks to his new association with Bob Orton Jr. The pair attack Jannetty and Tornado without mercy as the clock winds down. #7. Tugboat http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Tugboat.jpg Still Alive: Mr Perfect (10:00) Marty Jannetty (10:00) Texas Tornado (4:00) Bob Orton Jr. (2:00) Hooooooot! Hoooooooot! Here comes Tugboat and the stripey savage finds himself the target of Bob Orton Jr, who clocks the big man with the plaster cast! McMahon is apopleptic at him being allowed to use a blatant foreign object while Roddy Piper is taking it in his stride, saying all is fair in love and war baby! Meanwhile The Texas Tornado and Marty Jannetty are both working over Mr Perfect close to the ropes. The two whip Perfect into the opposite ropes and on his way back he ducks their double elbows, baseball sliding to the outside. Quick as a flash he’s back up on the apron, a double noggin knocker sends them reeling and as Perfect pulls the top rope down, the momentum is enough to send The Texas Tornado down and on to the floor, even as Perfect slips back under the bottom rope! The Texas Tornado eliminated in 5:36 by Mr Perfect Not wanting to waste any time, Perfect and Jannetty recommence their war as Orton and Tugboat roll around the centre of the ring #8. Paul Roma http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Roma.jpg Still Alive: Mr Perfect (12:00) Marty Jannetty (12:00) Bob Orton Jr. (4:00) Tugboat (2:00) As Paul Roma slowly makes his way to the ring, milking his moment for all its worth, the tactic immediately pays off as Bob Orton Jr. is eliminated by Tugboat thanks to a powerslam, even before Roma makes it to ringside. Bob Orton Jr. eliminated in 4:07 by Tugboat Roma watches from the outside as Perfect and Jannetty continue to brawl but Tugboat is taking advantage of the rest – calling Roma in… The man they call Glory though is having none of it… Meanwhile, Jannetty is caught cold by Mr Perfect after running up to the top turnbuckle. Having been playing possum, Perfect is up like a shot and pushed Marty off and to the inside to end his night. Marty Jannetty eliminated in 13.36 by Mr. Perfect Wasting no time, Perfect lays into the back of Tugboat with several stiff shots. That’s all the invite that Roma needs and he gingerly enters the ring, peppering the big man with well-placed punches to the face while Perfect continues to work over his back. #9. Haku http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Haku.jpg Still Alive: Mr Perfect (14:00) Tugboat (4:00) Paul Roma (2:00) Things begin to look up for Tugboat just as the buzzer goes off. On the outside Bobby Heenan is gleeful that one of his other charges, Haku is on the way… but Tugboat has other ideas, grabbing Perfect and Roma in twin headlocks he performs a double DDT on the two that leaves them gasping for breath. As Haku enters the ring, Tugboat charges and pushes the Samoan back over the top before he even got going! Haku eliminated in 0:18 by Tugboat The announcers debate whether this was actually quicker than the Warlord’s exit of two years ago but the action continues in the ring, Roma and Perfect having regrouped and attacking the Marine Mauler again with a sustained beating. #10. Rick 'The Model' Martel http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Martel.jpg Still Alive: Mr Perfect (16:00) Tugboat (6:00) Paul Roma (4:00) Some more star power arrives in the form of Rick ‘The Model’ Martel. Spraying his ‘Arrogance’ on the way to the ring, he looks disgustedly at the combatants currently trying to survive. Like Roma, he picks his moment well and begins a prolonged assault on Tugboat. Clearly the three smaller men have decided to work together to remove this giant obstacle once and for all. Time ticks down though and Tugboat makes it to the next buzzer unscathed. #11. Shawn Michaels http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Michaels.jpg Still Alive: Mr Perfect (18:00) Tugboat (8:00) Paul Roma (6:00) Rick Martel (2:00) And here’s the other half of The Rockers! Marty Jannetty didn’t disgrace himself tonight and neither does Shawn Michaels! He’s taking a very different tactic, obviously deciding that having a giant like Tugboat on side could be useful – he clears away Martel and Roma catching both with a picture perfect dropkick that threatens to send Roma over the top. The upper hand doesn’t last long though and the superior numbers prove too much. Martel in particular is enjoying his moment. With Tugboat down and almost out, Perfect and Roma have Shawn held in twin armlocks, Martel reaches for his can of arrogance and looks ready to spray it in Michaels’ eyes… #12. Jake 'The Snake' Roberts http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Roberts.jpg Still Alive: Mr Perfect (20:00) Tugboat (10:00) Paul Roma (8:00) Rick Martel (4:00) Shawn Michaels (2:00) The crowd erupt as Jake Roberts sprints into the ring! Naturally he makes a beeline for The Model and is soon ramming his head into the turnbuckle! Martel looks to jump over the top rope and escape but Jake hauls him back inside! Meanwhile Tugboat is looking shaky but back on his feet, using the ropes to clamber back up… It proves to be a mistake though because Mr. Perfect sensing the weakness delivers a strong clothesline that puts the big man out of the running. Tugboat eliminated in 10:42 by Mr Perfect Perfect stops for a breather as Roma and Shawn Michaels pair up and Martel is screaming for help against the Snake. It’s every man for himself though and after a couple of sneaky kicks at the outstretched arm of The Model, Perfect retires to the corner pulling in air. #13. Kato http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Kato.jpg Still Alive: Mr Perfect (22:00) Paul Roma (10:00) Rick Martel (6:00) Shawn Michaels (4:00) Jake Roberts (2:00) Perfect takes the opportunity to go after Paul Roma at this point, although the two have been allies up until now he realises that he’s probably the least fresh man in the ring, excluding himself. As the two square off it leaves Shawn Michaels free to go after the latest entrant, the masked Kato! After blocking an exchange of hip tosses and a leapfrog spot, the two finally collide into one another, leaving them staggering towards the ropes, Kato looks to throw Shawn over the top but much like his partner earlier in the evening, he’s able to land on the apron and swing himself back in, as Kato looks to join the assault on Jake Roberts, the last thing he sees is a Savate Kick to the chin from Michaels that sends him crashing over the top, thanks in no small part to Jake’s hooking of the top rope. Kato eliminated in 1:32 by Shawn Michaels Roma and Perfect have put their differences aside again to work on Shawn Michaels together. Meanwhile Rick Martel is still comically trying to eliminate himself at every available opportunity only for Jake to capture him and drag him back from danger. #14. Greg 'The Hammer' Valentine http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Valentine.jpg Still Alive: Mr Perfect (24:00) Paul Roma (12:00) Rick Martel (8:00) Shawn Michaels (6:00) Jake Roberts (4:00) Even as Greg Valentine makes his way to the ring, Paul Roma’s night looks to be over, Shawn Michaels has been slowly edging him over the top and finally he slides to the outside. Paul Roma eliminated in 12:16 by Shawn Michaels The Hammer makes a beeline for the Perfect One, Vince McMahon referencing their match a few weeks ago on Superstars of Wrestling. Martel is still trying to escape and Roberts doesn’t take too kindly to Shawn Michaels attempting to help him, pushing the youngster out of the way when he comes over to help. The distraction allows Martel another shot at jumping over the top but he’s cut off once more by The Snake. As Valentine, Michaels and Perfect exchange chops, the buzzer sounds again as we reach the half-way point! #15. Tito Santana http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Tito.jpg Still Alive: Mr Perfect (26:00) Rick Martel (10:00) Shawn Michaels (8:00) Jake Roberts (6:00) Greg Valentine (2:00) Arriba! Here comes Tito Santana! In the ring, Jake has just nailed The Model with a short clothesline and is signalling for the DDT… no! The Model uses all of his strength to ram Jake into the turnbuckles! He deftly lifts Jake over the top with a hip toss and dumps him to the floor much to the shock of the crowd! Jake Roberts eliminated in 6:10 by Rick Martel Martel looks like he’s just win the lottery and beams a huge smile at the audience, waving his arms in celebration as if he’s just won the entire Royal Rumble… BANG! Flying Forearm from Tito Santana and Martel is out of there! Rick Martel eliminated in 10:16 by Tito Santana Martel is furious and screaming abuse at his former tag team partner… he’s forgotten about Jake though! Stalking behind him Jake grabs him by the shoulder and slaps on a DDT on the crash mats outside! Martel is down and out and a phalanx of road agents pull Jake away before he can do any more damage! Things have evened out in the ring with old foes Tito Santana and Greg Valentine occupying each other while a clearly wilting Perfect and Shawn Michaels look to get the upper hand. #16. Smash http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Smash.jpg Still Alive: Mr Perfect (28:00) Shawn Michaels (10:00) Greg Valentine (4:00) Tito Santana (2:00) Former three time world tag team champion Smash is the next entrant and he’s quick to join Mr Perfect in tackling Shawn Michaels. The youngster is in serious peril as both men look to put him over the top rope. He somehow survives and the match enters something of a quiet period with all five men seemingly happy just to survive at present. #17. 'Mr Wonderful' Paul Ornorff http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Orndorff.jpg Still Alive: Mr Perfect (30:00) Shawn Michaels (12:00) Greg Valentine (6:00) Tito Santana (4:00) Smash (2:00) Another surprise entrant sees Roddy Piper again animated for the return of ‘Mr Wonderful’ Paul Orndorff. Stopping only to smirk at Bobby Heenan, Orndorff removes his robe, flexes his muscles and enters the ring… in keeping with tradition he goes straight after Mr. Perfect who we are informed is closing in on Ted DiBiase’s record. This seems a little more personal though as Orndorff keeps trash talking Bobby Heenan on the outside in between sending Perfect flying with precision blows. Smash has almost done enough to see off Shawn Michaels, but a glancing blow from The Hammer is enough to take his eyes off the prize, Michaels uses the distraction to his advantage, upending his larger foe and sending him tumbling to the outside. Smash eliminated in 3:47 by Shawn Michaels The commentary team tell us that Shawn has eliminated three of his top opponents in the tag ranks tonight and think this could be a break out performance by the youngster! #18. Jimmy 'Superfly' Snuka http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Snuka.jpg Still Alive: Mr Perfect (32:00) Shawn Michaels (14:00) Greg Valentine (8:00) Tito Santana (6:00) Paul Orndorff (2:00) Veteran Jimmy Snuka makes his way to the ring now and he spends his time between chopping Paul Orndorff and Greg Valentine. It’s Snuka’s involvement that directly leads to the next elimination, even if he didn’t deliver it himself! A jumping headbutt from the Superfly on Mr Perfect leaves him weak on his feet, and the belly to belly suplex he delivers on Mr Perfect is enough to send him sprawling to the floor. Mr Perfect eliminated in 33.14 by Paul Orndorff Before Orndorff can engage himself with Snuka (or anyone else for that matter), Mr. Perfect leaps back on to the apron and pulls Orndorff outside. The two engage in a chaotic brawl but Piper is insistent that Mr. Wonderful should not be out – the same thing happened to him last year and he’s checked the rules, Orndorff is still in there! Eventually security pull Perfect away and Orndorff is indeed allowed to return to the ring. #19. Randy 'Macho King' Savage http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Savage.jpg Still Alive: Shawn Michaels (16:00) Greg Valentine (10:00) Tito Santana (8:00) Paul Orndorff (4:00) Jimmy Snuka (2:00) His return is a short one though because in an almost carbon copy move, Randy Savage has sprinted down to the ring and pulled Orndorff out from behind… this time it is legal and Orndorff has to leave! Paul Orndorff eliminated in 4.04 by Randy Savage Savage is wasting no time and has ran behind Shawn Michaels with a high knee that is unlucky not to send the young Rocker to the outside, instead Michaels skins the cat in a move that has the crowd on its feet! Savage isn’t happy though and looks to finish the job, stopping only when Tito attacks from behind. Things have degenerated into a pier-six brawl, No-one is able to gain an upper hand, or even trust each other it seems and as the buzzer sounds again, each is standing in their own corner warily eyeing each other with Michaels in the middle of the ring watching all four men intently. #20. Tanaka http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Tanaka.jpg Still Alive: Shawn Michaels (18:00) Greg Valentine (12:00) Tito Santana (10:00) Jimmy Snuka (4:00) Randy Savage (2:00) It’s into this arena steps Tanaka who gives a good accounting of himself, all things considered. He chops and thrusts at each man as they look to take him down, save for Savage who seems happy for his opponents to wear themselves out. The opportunist Macho King very nearly has Jimmy Snuka over the top rope thanks to a brilliantly timed axe handle from the top, but it’s to no avail, the Superfly hanging on to the top and the clock ticking down once more. Michaels and Tanaka pair off as the buzzer sounds. #21. The Undertaker http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Undertaker.jpg Still Alive: Shawn Michaels (20:00) Greg Valentine (14:00) Tito Santana (12:00) Jimmy Snuka (6:00) Randy Savage (4:00) Tanaka (2:00) The buzzer sounds again and a cold air falls over the arena, as the entrance fills with fog, The Undertaker walks slowly down the aisle. All five men in the ring stop to watch as he makes his way to the ring, stepping up and over the top rope, Tito Santana is the first to make a move – The Undertaker catching him by the throat, lifting him up and out over the top rope! Tito Santana eliminated in 12:56 by The Undertaker Next it’s Jimmy Snuka who gets in The Undertaker’s way – his jumping headbutt resulting only in a pair of dark eyes boring holes into his skull. The Undertaker has him now by the throat too… same result! Jimmy Snuka eliminated in 7:13 by The Undertaker Poor Tanaka is just a fraction too slow and it’s his turn now to take the ride… three men in under 90 seconds for The Undertaker! Tanaka eliminated in 2:35 by The Undertaker Undertaker grabs Shawn Michaels, who also goes up for a chokeslam, superior ring positioning though means that the Rocker is able to survive yet again! The Undertaker turning his attention to the other two men in the ring. Valentine and Savage appear to have entered a schoolyard argument with each other, neither looking comfortable with being the next to attempt to attack The Undertaker. They both seem to agree to attack at the same time but Savage sidesteps at the last second leaving Valentine to fend for himself as the buzzer sounds. #22. Animal http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Animal.jpg Still Alive: Shawn Michaels (22:00) Greg Valentine (16:00) Randy Savage (6:00) Before Animal can make it to the ring, Greg Valentine has followed the same route as his compatriots, bundling to the floor thanks to a chokeslam! Greg Valentine eliminated in 16:06 by The Undertaker Ever the opportunist, Savage pushes Shawn straight into the path of the Deadman… This time Shawn’s not so lucky, he goes for the chokeslam ride again – there’s no coming back for him this time… Shawn Michaels eliminated in 22:12 by The Undertaker Savage is now actively hiding behind Animal – the Legion of Doom member is clearly not afraid and unloads a volley of blows on the Deadman. As he drops to one knee, Savage joins in and the two kick and stomp at The Undertaker, until he finally falls flat on his back. This union was never set to last as Savage and Animal begin to trade blows with each other, even as the time runs out, we can see The Undertaker sitting up behind the two #23. Andre the Giant http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Andre.jpg Still Alive: Randy Savage (8:00) The Undertaker (4:00) Animal (2:00) Business has just picked up! The Eighth Wonder of the World is in the house and he’s on his way to the ring! As the commentary team excitedly run through Andre’s list of achievements, The Undertaker is taking care of other business! Animal and Savage had stopped to watch the returning Giant, clearly wondering if things could get any worse for them when Undertaker had stalked behind Animal, grabbing him in the now familiar choke position, Animal looked to break free only for a second arm to be placed around his throat, Undertaker lifted him high with both arms and threw him over the top rope even as Andre arrived at the ringside. Animal eliminated in 2:53 by The Undertaker Randy Savage moved straight to the corner and stood with his back to the ropes watching, like the audience this huge clash of the giants. Standing in the centre of the ring, Andre simply looked down at The Undertaker as the two started intently at one another, nose to nose. Undertaker threw the first blow but Andre shook it off, he exchanged it with one of his own and it had the same result! Undertaker grabbed Andre by the throat and looked to propel him towards the ropes but the Giant broke the hold and grabbed The Deadman himself. With a chokeslam of his own, Andre lifted The Undertaker over the top rope and sent arguably the most dangerous man in the competition down and out! The Undertaker eliminated in 5:38 by Andre the Giant Seeing the way the wind was blowing, The Macho King wasted no time with a flurry of blows he caught the off balance Giant just right and sent him out over the top after The Undertaker, to clear the ring! Andre the Giant eliminated in 1:42 by Randy Savage The clock continued to tick down as Savage waited impassively in the ring. #24. ‘Hacksaw’ Jim Duggan http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Duggan.jpg Still Alive: Randy Savage (10:00) Hooooooooooooooo!!! Jim Duggan marches to the ring waving Old Glory and carrying his trusty 2x4. Entering the ring with his plank, he’s caught by the onrushing Savage who punches and kicks his opponent into the canvas. Picking up the 2x4, he cracks Duggan with the board, leaving him dazed, it’s simplicity itself for Savage to put the finishing touches to the assault with a casual toss to the outside, wiping his hands afterwards like he was throwing out the trash. ’Hacksaw’ Jim Duggan eliminated in 0:59 by Randy Savage As Savage continues to rest and Piper tells us that Savage has a huge advantage and could win this thing, the camera follows Jim Duggan’s sorry walk to the back. #25. The Iron Sheik http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Sheik.jpg Still Alive: Randy Savage (12:00) The Sheik is waving the Iraqi flag at the audience on his way down the aisle and comes face to face with Jim Duggan! The two begin brawling as Gorilla Monsoon consults the rule book… apparently The Iron Sheik must make it to the ring before his two minutes are up – Piper and McMahon then ask whether the fact Duggan has already been eliminated has a factor in this… no-one seems to know but it’s an academic point, Duggan – having gotten the better of The Sheik – is dragged off to the back and The Iron Sheik is free to enter the ring just as the ten count for the new participant reaches its climax, Savage having been given another two minutes to rest hassle free… #26. Hulk Hogan http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Hogan.jpg Still Alive: Randy Savage (14:00) The Iron Sheik (2:00) … and the building comes unglued! The Hulkster tears down to the ring, stopping only to rip his shirt from his own back. Two of his most hated enemies over the years stand in the ring before him and it’s clear that they have teamwork on their minds! Even as Hogan enters the ring, the assault begins, with the Iron Sheik and Randy Savage commencing a vicious beatdown of The Hulkster. At no point does either man look like breaking this alliance – but neither do they appear interested in trying to eliminate the former champion. #27. Crush http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Crush.jpg Still Alive: Randy Savage (16:00) The Iron Sheik (4:00) Hulk Hogan (2:00) If Hulk Hogan was looking for help… he might want to keep on looking because Crush, under the instruction of Mr. Fuji quickly joins The Iron Sheik and Randy Savage in laying a beating on The Hulkster. The Iron Sheik has Hogan in a camel clutch while Savage arrogantly slaps his face. Crush meanwhile stomps on Hogan’s legs as the crowd begin to boo heavily. It can’t get worse can it? #28. Earthquake http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Earthquake.jpg Still Alive: Randy Savage (18:00) The Iron Sheik (6:00) Hulk Hogan (4:00) Crush (2:00) It gets worse… The Natural Disaster Earthquake slowly makes his way to the ring… beginning his aftershocks immediately, The Iron Sheik rolls off the limp Hogan allowing Earthquake to deliver his sit down splash! Macho King leaps to the top turnbuckle and delivers a Macho Elbow and the crowd are in shock. The Hulkster is convulsing and the four heels are now discussing how to get him up and over the top… the four of them pick him up and drape him over the ropes… #29. Hawk http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Hawk.jpg Still Alive: Randy Savage (20:00) The Iron Sheik (8:00) Hulk Hogan (6:00) Crush (4:00) Earthquake (2:00) … but here comes Hawk! The Road Warrior goes straight for Demolition’s Crush and a vicious clothesline is enough to send him packing over the top rope! Crush eliminated in 4:07 by Hawk And now Hawk is fighting on behalf of all the Hulkamaniacs! A boot to Earthquake’s mid-section looks to be followed up by a running knee but Randy Savage cuts Hawk off, with a strong uppercut punch that sends him reeling into the ropes. The Iron Sheik is continuing to wail on Hogan even as Savage and Earthquake combine to send Hawk over the top rope. Hawk eliminated in 0:54 by Randy Savage & Earthquake Savage, Earthquake & The Iron Sheik return to beating down Hogan… who is desperately trying to get back on to his feet to no avail. #30. The British Bulldog http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Bulldog.jpg Still Alive: Randy Savage (22:00) The Iron Sheik (10:00) Hulk Hogan (8:00) Earthquake (4:00) Our final entrant is The British Bulldog! Davey Boy Smith runs to the ring and makes a beeline for Earthquake! The other two seem content to allow Quake to take care of the Bulldog so continue to choke out Hogan. Bulldog though seems to be getting the upper hand, with amazing speed, The Bulldog scoops up Earthquake and delivers a huge powerslam to a roar of approval from the crowd! Getting gingerly back on his feet, Earthquake has lost his smug look and looks to be shaking with anger. Davey Boy steps to it again and this time it’s Earthquake who scoops up Davey Boy, turning around he hurls him over the top rope and to the floor, leaving Hulk Hogan to fend for himself once again. The British Bulldog eliminated in 2:11 by Earthquake The three men continue their assault on Hulk Hogan and as he proves himself a deadweight, they decided to unleash their finishers on him again… All three turn to celebrate as Earthquake begins his Aftershocks… But Hogan is up on one knee… he’s blowing hard and shaking his head! All three men know what this means but try to turn their tide their way again… A punch to the head from The Iron Sheik, and Hogan simply shakes his head… before pointing directly in The Iron Sheik’s face! Another blow thrown but blocked by Hogan, a big punch by The Hulkster… an Irish whip… and The Iron Sheik is over the top rope and out!!! The Iron Sheik eliminated in 15:15 by Hulk Hogan Hogan is on a wave now and seems to be impervious to the blows from his opponents… until a low blow by Macho takes the wind out of his sails! Earthquake has Hogan in the corner now and is using all of his weight to crush him. Savage is instructing Earthquake to lift Hogan and dump him when a familiar tune starts to play…. http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Warrior.jpg IT’S THE ULTIMATE WARRIOR!!!! The Warrior sprints down to the ring and flies inside, almost instinctively Randy Savage leaps over the top rope to escape… Randy Savage eliminates himself in 26:18 The referees insist to Savage that he’s out! He’s absolutely furious and claims that The Warrior can’t interfere! The commentary team are insistent though, Randy Savage has eliminated himself – The Warrior’s not stopping to debate the rules either and he’s chasing Randy Savage back up the aisleway! Meanwhile, Earthquake has been trying to force Hogan over the top rope with no success… suddenly Hogan begins to shake again…. He blocks an Earthquake blow and returns one of his own, he sends Earthquake into the ropes and follows up with a Big Boot… Earthquake has gone over the top! It’s all over! Earthquake eliminated in 9:32 by Hulk Hogan The Hulkster is the first man to win the Royal Rumble twice!!! He poses in the ring for the crowd waving the Stars and Stripes to the audience! Grade: B</div></div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">Overall Show Grade: B</div> -- Prediction Contest Update, News Stories and Comment Responses to come... Thanks for reading!

Ritchardo · June 2, 2015

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Behind the Scenes News: Royal Rumble Special <div style="text-align:center;"> http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Rumble.jpg WWF officials are said to have been pleased by the performance of this year’s Royal Rumble. While the show was very workmanlike in that there were few shocks in terms of the results, he was pleased with the way the show came together and felt that the booking has helped to add a few extra dimensions to the undercard in particular as the build for Wrestlemania intensifies. Certainly, the show raised more questions than it did answers and that’s something we can certainly all be grateful for as the Road to Wrestlemania seems to have taken a slight, but important, change in direction. http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Hogan.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Earthquake.jpg Hulk Hogan’s record setting performance has got tongues wagging backstage! Early plans actually had Earthquake going over in the match but Hogan used his creative control to nix the move. Hogan was said to be particularly upset that Vince McMahon had ignored his pleas to not sign Paul Orndorff to a contract. There remains bad blood between the two stemming back to their huge house show run together in 1986. By booking Hogan as the winner and in having a massive hand in the outcome of the title match, McMahon has taken steps to massage Hogan’s ego. http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Slaughter.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Warrior.jpg Surprise highlight of the night proved to be the exciting encounter between Sgt. Slaughter and The Ultimate Warrior. Both men have the crowd to thank for the match being so well received, they were truly white hot and both men were extremely over. Although being slightly overbooked, the finish played out well and has opened a number of intriguing possibilities. Most had expected Warrior to retain and head for a date with Randy Savage in the future – that did happen, but with Warrior making reference to a second clash with Hulk Hogan and The Hulkster going on to win the Rumble, it has raised fresh questions as to how the company will proceed. This week’s TV should hopefully make things a little clearer. http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Shane.jpg Did you spot referee Shane Stevens? It would’ve been hard not to given his prominent position in the finish! Shane’s real surname is McMahon and, yes, he’s the son and heir to Vince McMahon, owner and head booker of the World Wrestling Federation! Stevens has been impressing a number of the boys backstage with his willingness to get his hands dirty and train – with Danny Davis’ recent termination some are speculating that Stevens may take his place as the breakout wrestler/referee. http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Orndorff.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Orton.jpghttp://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Andre.jpg Vince McMahon is said to be privately pleased at the surprise of his three mystery entrants! While there had been heavy rumours of Andre’s involvement, we certainly hadn’t picked up any speculation over Bob Orton or Paul Orndorff. Orton’s involvement was certainly a one-shot deal and he’s left the group on excellent terms. Orndorff and Andre, however, have signed short-term contracts – Andre due to his declining health and Orndorff in an attempt to allow him to re-prove himself. Both have been tipped to be involved at Wrestlemania in some capacity with an Andre / Undertaker collision looking like a lock. Orndorff’s involvement could be more difficult to pin down – from the altercations and interactions in the ring, it did seem he was being positioned against Bobby Heenan – with Mr Perfect seemingly set for the Big Bossman’s quest for vengeance for his Momma, it does make us wonder what they could have in mind? http://i881.photobucket.com/albums/ac17/Ritchardo_1979/WWF%20Storm/Troops.jpg Next stop for the WWF machine is the Tribute to the Troops event. It’s not clear what will headline the show but for our money some kind of tag team clash between Hulk Hogan & The Ultimate Warrior against Randy Savage & Sgt. Slaughter seems likely. </div></div></blockquote> -- Well guys, hope you enjoyed the show! I think I was able to wrong foot you all a little, which is never a bad thing particularly when you consider it was an unavoidably predictable show! Thanks for taking the time to comment and predict, it really is appreciated and something that I very much enjoy! Prediction Contest Really, really close contest here! Basically, for guessing numbers 1, 2 & 30 I gave you the point for having any of the three wrestlers, regardless of order. Shabernack666 gets the slight advantage thanks to getting three of the final four as well as nailing the Iron Man and most eliminations. Schabernack666: 12 tnyrwn: 11 The Final Countdown: 11 smwilliams: 11 LordofGustav: 10 Dead Jester: 10 Beejus: 10 Uncrewed: 9 daulten6: 9 <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="Uncrewed" data-cite="Uncrewed" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div> Who are the Mystery Entrants? (1pt for each)- Dusty Rhodes, Tully Blanchard, Jerry Lawler </div></blockquote> Loved these guesses particularly because I really, really, had to fight the temptation to bring in Tully as some kind of alternate version of the Blanchard I was writing for JCP last year… not writing it off completely but I think I need to set this universe out a little bit more before I start cribbing from my previous work! <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="LordofGustav" data-cite="LordofGustav" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div> Who are the Mystery Entrants? Brian Pillman, Nikita Koloff, Bob Backlund</div></blockquote> Another three that took my little hints re: The Hart Foundation being happy and Hogan less so and ran with it! Just for the record, Owen Hart has been signed but will be introduced slowly into proceedings – there will be a news story in regards to this after Feb – Week 1 TV. Nikita would’ve been an interesting curve ball but I don’t really know how I could use him at this point in early-91. <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="tynrwn" data-cite="tynrwn" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div> Who are the Mystery Entrants? (1pt for each) Andre the Giant, ric flair, dusty rhodes </div></blockquote> That would have to be the most loaded star power injection of all time if I’d pulled that off! Dusty having just moved back to WCW made him a no-no for me (I know it’s a game, but I’m a sticklier for my own self imposed rules) – Flair’s a similar one for me, if a game world situation similar to real-life were to come up? That’s different, but I can’t see me going in for the poach right here and right now, not this close to Wrestlemania anyway – I feel that if Vince was going to do it, he’d wait to a lull point… <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="Dead Jester" data-cite="Dead Jester" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div> Who are the Mystery Entrants? -Big Van Vader, Owen Hart & Jerry Lawler </div></blockquote> See above! At this point, stealing Vader wouldn’t have worked for me unless I had him going against Taker, but I’d need him to be a face. With the right build, absolutely I’d take him but not this close out to Wrestlemania. Great shout though! <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="The Final Countdown" data-cite="The Final Countdown" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div> Who are the Mystery Entrants? (1pt for each) Ricky Steamboat, Rick Rude, Andre the Giant Big Boss Man vs The Mountie (Typo?) </div></blockquote> Pfft… this isn’t JCP 1989 you know… ;-p And yes… Freudian typo! <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="smwilliams" data-cite="smwilliams" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div> Mystery Entrant 1… Ric Flair, Owen Hart, Brutus Beefcake</div></blockquote> One of my early plans was to have Brutus in the match but his injury prevented that from being a go-er! Still optimistic of you to think he might win it… ;-) <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="daulten6" data-cite="daulten6" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div> Who are the Mystery Entrants? (1pt for each) Ric Flair, Ricky Steamboat, Rick Rude</div></blockquote> That’s a lot of Ric(k)s! Great workers though and if Rude hadn’t just left the WWF at the end of ’90 he’d be a contender… as for the one in the middle… well… let’s just say Vince doesn’t forget old scores and he wouldn’t be above re-hiring one of the best wrestlers in the world and deciding to make him sit out the Royal Rumble anyway… see upcoming news…  <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="Beejus" data-cite="Beejus" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div> Who are the Mystery Entrants? (1pt for each) Loving the build here, I had actually started a 91 game with this sort of build-up in mind before... excited to see if you go the same routes that I was planning to. Sometimes the best swerve is no swerve. I think you should run like real life, where Sarge picks up the belt here and solidifies himself as a main event player. </div></blockquote> This is what made me start the game – as bizarre as that sounds! I have plans for the tag titles and DiBiase that are laid out beyond those I have for the WWF and IC titles! While I have some ideas, they’re far more open to sway than the tag plans! DiBiase as well, I have a neat little story arc in mind that will crib off what happened in real life and take it in a different direction. I prefer slight swerve!  I kept things pretty much the way they happened apart from reversing the result and having Hogan directly involved – it’s the key component for me as to why things didn’t make sense in 1991 – yes Hogan hated Slaughter but there’s no reason for him to have given Hogan a title shot – now Slaughter has a reason to hate Hogan (more than his being pro-America anyway). Also didn’t like Savage no-showing the Rumble itself. <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="Schabernack666" data-cite="Schabernack666" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="39632" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div> Easy win on the road to the "perfect" match </div></blockquote> It was pretty predictable but the booking of the time really tied my hands – there was nothing else for the IC champion in the works in the build to Wrestlemania and no real credible fresh singles wrestlers to work against (Tornado having been beaten comprehensively and Bulldog too new) – I think I’ve addressed that a little with the way I’ve booked Paul Orndorff and it gives options at least moving forward!

Beejus · June 2, 2015

Great job with the Rumble. It wasn't the most unpredictable show, but with this just being the beginning that is of no surprise. I find it interesting that you say Earthquake could possibly have taken the Rumble. I would have really enjoyed seeing that, and cone to think of it, John Tenta could use a solid push in this game <img alt="

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Ritchardo · June 7, 2015

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Results and Happenings from this week's Wrestling Challenge

The Mountie toppled Bob Bradley in 2:35
The Rockers are attacked moments before appearing on The Brother Love Show by Haku & The Barbarian! (C-)
The Big Boss Man says that nothing is standing his way between him and a shot at Mr Perfect (C+)
The Bushwhackers bounce back with a pinfall victory over Rikki Nelson & Barry Hardy in 4:25 (E+)
The Million Dollar Man tells Roddy Piper that he’s forced his hand and dispensed with Virgil’s services... he puts on Piper to explain to Virgil’s family why their Daddy hasn’t got a job any more (C+)
The Undertaker tombstone piledrives Nikolai Volkoff for a comfortable victory in 7:48 (C+)

Overall Show Grade: C

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WWF Superstars
February 1st 1991
From: The Will Rogers Coliseum, Fort Worth (TX)
Attendance: 7,000 (SOLD OUT)
Announce Team: Gorilla Monsoon, Vince McMahon & 'Rowdy' Roddy Piper

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Backstage with Sean Mooney:

After brief footage of their altercation at the Brother Love Show, The Rockers are still fired up and issue a challenge to Haku & The Barbarian for the Tribute to the Troops show in Hawaii in three weeks time. They tell them that this is the time for them to really prove themselves to be the best.

Grade: D+

The Texas Tornado vs Dino Bravo (w/ Jimmy Hart):

Two men who met in last week’s Royal Rumble clash now as Dino Bravo looks to recapture some of his lost face from the event. The strength advantage is clear to see but Kerry Von Erich is no slouch himself and has the natural speed and flair to avoid most of Bravo’s clumsy attempts at locking on submission moves. In a piece of wonderful irony, it’s Bravo who finds himself at the mercy of Von Erich’s submission move, The Iron Claw, and has no choice but to quit out.

Winner: The Texas Tornado in 4:45

Grade:C+

In a pre-recorded interview:

Rick ‘The Model’ Martel takes time out from his ‘busy modelling schedule’ to mock Jake Roberts’ elimination in last week’s Royal Rumble and that his title shot against Mr. Perfect will only end in the same way, Jake lying embarrassed on his back, until he turns on his belly and writhes away.

Grade: C+

Video Package:

The commentary team narrate a short video of the highlights of the Royal Rumble, explaining that Sgt. Slaughter, Hulk Hogan, The Ultimate Warrior, Randy Savage, The Iron Sheik & Earthquake are all resting tonight as they run over the finale of the main event and the WWF championship match.

Grade: A

In the back with Gene Okerlund:

Bobby Heenan is smugly waving a piece of paper at Mean Gene and explaining that he has a court injunction to prevent instant referee video replays of controversial incidents. He has successfully argued that a major change to the sport that could result in delays to the matches should be debated by a team of experts and that Jack Tunney has had no option but to agree. A debate has been organised for Wrestlemania VII and Bobby Heenan will be proud to be a part of the most monumental decision in wrestling history. Gene Okerlund shakes his head in disgust as Heenan smirks at the camera.

Grade: B-

Dynamic Dudes vs. Demolition (w/Mr. Fuji):

After a decent run since joining the WWF, The Dynamic Dudes are given their strongest challenge yet against the brutal and dangerous Demolition. The early going is dominated by Crush and Smash battering down on the two youngsters with relish. Try as they might though, they can’t seem to put Ace and Douglas down for the count, the youngsters bravely battling out of danger each time. All good things have to come to an end though and with Ace ready take the Demolition Decapitation things took an unexpected turn thanks to The Legion of Doom! Hawk and Animal belted down to the ring and their distraction was enough for Ace to escape and make the tag to Shane Douglas, the schoolboy roll-up on Smash was unexpected as it was popular with the crowd, Douglas stealing the 1-2-3 and a huge upset victory for his team!

Winners: The Dynamic Dudes in 7:55

Grade: C-

On the Brother Love Show:

Following Wednesday’s cancellation, The Brother Love Show is back and he brings out his special guest... The Undertaker! Love has been managing The Undertaker since his arrival in the WWF but knows that the greatest love is all is the love of family... and when The Undertaker’s long lost father reached out to him... he couldn’t resist but hand over the contract... From out of the back comes The Undertaker’s new manager, his father Paul Bearer! Bearer speaks with a spooky voice and tells the world that The Undertaker is the most dangerous man in the WWF... it took a giant to eliminate him from the Royal Rumble but nothing will stop that Giant from being put to rest from the memories of the WWF should he be foolish enough to show his face again.

Grade: B-

’Mr Wonderful’ Paul Orndorff vs. Rikki Nelson:

Before the math, footage of Orndorff’s surprise return at the Royal Rumble was shown, including his spat with Mr. Perfect and Bobby Heenan. Orndorff wastes little time in showing the audience why he’s called Mr. Wonderful – putting an end to Rikki Nelson with a piledriver.

Winner: Paul Orndorff in2:35

Grade: C-

With the match over, the camera lingers on Orndorff as he puts on his robe and begins to head to the back. As he’s doing so, in preparation for the next match, Mr. Perfect’s music plays and he strides towards the ring. Perfect stops in front of Orndorff and refuses to move out of his way. Mr. Wonderful gets right up in Perfect’s face and while we can’t make out everything that’s being said, it’s clear a warning is being given! Perfect looks slightly shaken and doesn’t put up any resistance when Bobby Heenan pulls him clear, allowing Orndorff to walk past, not looking back.

Grade: B-

World Wrestling Federation Intercontinental Championship:

If Perfect was affected by the last clash with Orndorff, he didn’t let it show when the bell rang as this gripping encounter got underway. Jake Roberts was fired up and soon had Mr. Perfect bouncing around the ring as he looked to grab his first WWF title. If anything, Jake was perhaps too fired up, forcing a warning from the referee for his ‘exuberance’. The break in the match allowed Perfect to get back into things and forced an error from Jake that very nearly cost him the match, the Perfect-Plex was applied but the fingers remained unlocked and allowed Jake to get out. Jake clearly took this as a wake-up call and enjoyed another period of domination. When Perfect attempted a clothesline and was caught in an armlock, the crowd seemed to sense what was happening and began chanting for the DDT... sure enough the short-clothesline connected and Jake called for the DDT with a twirl of the wrist! Picking up Perfect, Jake hit a picture perfect DDT and as Bobby Heenan looked on in horror, Jake seemed to have it in the bag... But out from the back came Rick ‘The Model’ Martel who wasted no time in jumping on to the apron... Jake immediately went to grab at Martel and a short scuffle began, The Model trying desperately to get away from him... the referee tried to split the two while Heenan was in the ring slapping Perfect in the face to try and wake him. As Perfect came to, Heenan jammed the Intercontinental title into his hands... with the referee finally able to pull the two apart, Jake turned around and was hit square in the head with the IC title! Throwing the belt to the outside, Perfect dropped down for the pin just as the referee turned around. The three count was a mere formality as Mr. Perfect retained his title by the skin of his teeth!

Winner: Mr. Perfect in 15:05

Grade: B

Overall Show Grade: B-

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Results and Happenings from this week's All American Wrestling

The Big Bossman squashed Barry Hardy in 1:54 (D)
Power & Glory challenge The Hart Foundation for the WWF Tag Titles next week ©
Demolition are disgusted to have lost their match to The Dynamic Dudes and want The Legion of Doom to pay ©
Earthquake dismantles Al Burke in 1:31 (C-)
’Mr Wonderful’ Paul Orndorff tells Mr. Perfect he was watching his last match and that he was anything but perfect... He thinks he’s lucky still to be Intercontinental Champion and that he’ll be personally making sure that he doesn’t get up to any of his old tricks against The Big Bossman! (C+)
Tito Santana is on his way to the ring for a match against The Brooklyn Brawler when he’s accosted by The Nasty Boys. The Nasties take Tito down and stomp him against the guard rail. Leaving him unable to compete tonight! ©
Jim Duggan tells The Iron Sheik that he was lucky that the referees got involved at the Royal Rumble because if it was down to him, he’d never have seen the inside of the ring and that he’ll meet him anytime, anywhere if he wants to take things further. (C+)
In our main event, The Texas Tornado got one over The Million Dollar Man in 10:52, after DiBiase became obsessed with arguing with Roddy Piper on commentary (B-)
Afterwards Roddy Piper tells DiBiase to walk away and that he’s not so tough without back-up... DiBiase promises that Piper’s not heard the last of this... but first he has some unfinished business with The Hart Foundation (B)

Overall Show Grade: B-

In Behind the Scenes News

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The latest recruits to the WWF locker room were officially unveiled prior to Wrestling Challenge when ‘The Rocket’ Owen Hart and Ricky ‘The Dragon’ Steamboat were officially included on the WWF’s roster.

Steamboat has been told by Vince McMahon that he has to prove himself again and that his achievements in the NWA are not going to be taken into account. McMahon is reportedly still unhappy at Steamboat for his putting family over business during his intercontinental title run in 1987 and has publically said he’s not sure if he can trust The Dragon to carry a title again. Rumours had it that McMahon signed Steamboat primarily to stop him being used as an asset by WCW.

Hart, meanwhile – the younger brother of Bret ‘Hitman’ Hart was poached directly from WCW where rumour had it that he was expected to be pushed up the card sooner rather than later. It remains to be seen how Owen will be used but some unbroadcasted promo interviews were filmed with Owen acting as a manager for Bret and Jim Neidhart.

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The British Bulldog’s continued problems backstage nearly reached boiling point this week, Davey Boy being pulled from a headline match with Mr. Perfect as a result and replaced by Jake Roberts! Fortunately, on seeing that things were reaching a very serious level, Mr. Perfect came clean and admitted that Davey Boy was responding to a mean spirited prank he’d played on him and that the Bulldog was not to blame. McMahon was grateful to Perfect for being honest but did give him a stern warning about his behaviour and the consequences, which Perfect accepted as fair and reasonable. Smith is not expected to be punished for his part in the events.

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Is Hogan losing his power backstage? We understand that following his political move to make himself the winner of the Royal Rumble, Vince McMahon was less than pleased and that this was the major factor in The Ultimate Warrior’s retention of the WWF title. Original plans had Hogan facing Sgt. Slaughter for the WWF title at Wrestlemania VII but with Hogan’s latest power play, plans were changed to remove The Hulkster from the main event scene. Of course, with Hogan still the biggest star in the industry, it remains to be seen whether McMahon will hold strong on this position or find a way for Hogan to get back in the title picture for Wrestlemania in Los Angeles.

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Before Wrestlemania, the WWF has another PPV to deal with – the Tribute to the Troops is set to take place in Hawaii with servicemen from the Pearl Harbour naval base being invited as complimentary guests. Expect some Sgt. Slaughter / Hulk Hogan interaction and we understand that The Ultimate Warrior and Randy Savage will headline the event.

More to come next week when we expect the WWF to confirm the card.

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Great job with the Rumble. It wasn't the most unpredictable show, but with this just being the beginning that is of no surprise. I find it interesting that you say Earthquake could possibly have taken the Rumble. I would have really enjoyed seeing that, and cone to think of it, John Tenta could use a solid push in this game I look for you to continue DiBiase and the Harts interaction, and given that you didn't talk about anyone predicting Owen or Sid for the Rumble, that means confirmed, right? Lol, in general loving your work here Ritchardo!

Ideally I'd have liked Earthquake to go over to have some kind of challenge with Davey Boy about being unable to get him off his feet, or something of that nature. At that time Earthquake was still pretty over and I think in reality it damaged him badly not winning the event - there was no need for Hogan to win the Rumble in 91 (or in 90...but that's another story!)

You're right that it was a predictable show and to be honest, things will stay relatively predictable until beyond Wrestlemania... however, there are a few other things in the mix now. I've booked up to T4 (Tribute To The Troops) and am pretty happy with the direction we're headed to. Mania VII should be a good show (I hope!) with most of the players given something to fight for/about!

And Owen's in now... as you can see! Sid's safely locked down to WCW at the moment and that's fine with me!

Ritchardo · June 13, 2015

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Results and Happenings from this week's Wrestling Challenge

Before their match, The Nasty Boys taunt Tito Santana in a promo, laughing at how easy it was to beat him down (C+)
The Nasty Boys overcame Al Burke & Todd Champion in 3:46 (C-)
The Legion of Doom tell Demolition that if they can’t hang with the Dynamic Dudes then how can they hope to bang with them? ©
The Texas Tornado blew away ‘Iron’ Mike Sharpe in 5:22 (C-)
Earthquake wants The British Bulldog to watch very carefully to the next match because Jim Powers is about to feel the full force of his anger (B)
Earthquake squashed Jim Powers in 7:09 ©

Overall Show Grade: C+

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WWF Superstars
February 8th 1991
From: Madison Square Garden
Attendance: 18,200 (SOLD OUT)
Announce Team: Gorilla Monsoon, Vince McMahon & 'Rowdy' Roddy Piper

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In a Pre-Recorded Interview with Sean Mooney:

Jake Roberts is speaking after losing his Intercontinental title shot last week. Roberts is extremely fired up and tells Rick Martel that he can keep duck and hiding but eventually, just like the cobra he’ll corner his prey and then, there will be no escape from his vengeance. Retribution will be had.

Grade: C+

Backstage with Gene Okerlund:

‘Mean’ Gene is talking to the WWF Tag Team Champions, The Hart Foundation before their title defence. Bret tells Okerlund that he’s been on the phone to his folks at home and they’re proud of what he’s achieved... so proud that they’ve asked to look out for his baby brother and show him how to succeed in wrestling. Neidhart looks less wrapped than Bret as his brother, Owen walks into shot. Beaming a huge smile and clearly very excited, Owen gives his brother a double high five, pats Gene on the shoulder and turns to high five Anvil who just stares at him, slowly shaking his head. After the awkward pause, Owen gives a short promo telling us how excited he is to be here in the World Wrestling Federation and will be looking to learn from the very best – his big brother!

Grade: C

An unsually long title match on WWF television, sees two very similarly set-up teams go all out to impress. With Owen Hart in their corner, The Hart Foundation come out of the blocks a little sharper than their foes and nearly steal an early win when Roma is hoisted up for the Hart Attack clothesline in only two minutes... Hercules is quick off his mark though and flattens the Hitman with a running tackle before he can connect with Roma. Following this Power & Glory pull back into contention and were left furious when Owen Hart seemed to trip Roma by backing into the apron and causing Roma to lose his stride. As Slick complained to the referee, Owen pleaded it was an accident! The confusion was enough for Anvil to hit a gut-wrench suplex on Hercules and, following a quick tag to Bret Hart, allowed a Hart Attack Clothesline to finish the match off.

Winners: The Hart Foundation in 12:18

Grade:B-

At Ringside:

While talking over the Hart Foundation’s latest title defence and speculating whether Ted DiBiase will be looking to challenge them again at ‘Tribute to the Troops’, Roddy Piper takes the opportunity to respond to DiBiase’s comments from last week. The way he sees it, Tubby Teddy should stick to what he knows which is counting his money because if he keeps running his mouth then he’ll be left counting his teeth when Piper is done with him! After being pressed by Vince McMahon, Piper admits that he’s tried to contact Virgil but he won’t return his calls.

Grade: A*

On Screen Graphic:

Speaking of title matches... the commentary team are able to exclusively reveal that Mr. Perfect will make a mandatory Intercontinental Title defence against The Big Boss Man at Tribute to the Troops next week!

Grade: B-

Jimmy ‘Superfly’ Snuka vs Rick ‘The Model’ Martel:

The Superfly starts this match strongly with Martel spending a lot of his time furtively looking around the ring area and to the back in search of Jake Roberts. As Snuka’s attacks intensify though, Martel begins to settle into the match, it doesn’t stop Snuka getting himself to the position of looking for his signature splash at one point, with Martel flat on his back! Snuka takes a split second too long though, and Martel is able to roll away as he slams face first into the canvas! Before he can recover, Martel has clambered onto Snuka’s back and locks in the Boston Crab! Snuka has no choice but to quit out.

Winner: Rick ‘The Model’ Martel in 7:57

Grade: C

Backstage with Sean Mooney:

Randy Savage is pacing the dressing room – he bellows into the microphone that The Ultimate Warrior has only got himself to blame for what’s going to happen to him... he challenges Warrior to be a man and meet him at Tribute to the Troops, face to face. He robbed him of his chance to win the Royal Rumble and now he’s going to take that World Wrestling Federation Championship back where it belongs... if the Warrior’s brave enough to face him that is...

Grade: B+

Hulk Hogan vs The Iron Sheik (w/ General Adnan):

What a main event! The building comes unglued as Hulk Hogan takes on his hated rival, The Iron Sheik. The commentary team explain the history of these two and that Hogan won his first world title from the Sheik in this very venue... but this time things are for even higher stakes – the honour of the United States! The Iron Sheik knows how to get the most out of Hogan and takes the match to him from the beginning – every opportunity to cut corners and cheat is taken! Hogan is effectively fighting two men thanks to General Adnan’s constant interference. Even this isn’t enough to put The Hulkster down though and soon Sgt. Slaughter has made his way to ringside! With Hogan in the ascendancy, having Hulked-Up and hitting the Big Boot, Slaughter jumps into the ring and gets a blatant disqualification against the Sheik by unloading on Hogan.

Winner: Hulk Hogan in 10:48

Grade: B

Even as the bell sounds, Slaughter continues his body blows into the Hulkster as the crowd hurl abuse. The Sheik is back up now too and, along with Adnan, the three of them are pounding into the defenceless Hogan... as Adnan begins to screw the end of his flagpole into Hogan’cranium, from the back comes Jim Duggan, 2x4 in hand! He wastes no time in swinging the plank at all and sundry as the heels back off! ‘Hacksaw’ helps Hogan to his feet and the two mouth at the retreating enemy before Hogan and Hacksaw break out the poses to end the show.

Grade: B

Overall Show Grade: B

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Results and Happenings from this week's All American Wrestling

The Dynamic Dudes defeated The Orient Express in 8:57 (D+)
The Mountie accuses The Texas Tornado of illegal harnessing of wind farming and challenges him to meet at Tribute to the Troops (D)
The Brooklyn Brawler bettered Koko B. Ware in 8:01 (D)
Tito Santana wants The Nasty Boys to pay for what they’ve done... He introduces them to his new tag team partner...Greg ‘The Hammer’ Valentine! Valentine acknowledges that he and Tito have rarely seen eye to eye... but he always respected him, The Nasty Boys don’t respect anyone so he’ll help Tito take the trash back out of the WWF at Tribute to the Troops ©
The British Bulldog beat out Boris Zhukov in 8:01 (D)
The Rockers challenge Haku & The Barbarian to a re-math at Tribute to the Troops (D-)
Dino Bravo overcame Saba Simba in 6:47 (C-)
Ted DiBiase confirms that he’s entitled to a re-match at Tribute to the Troops and that he’ll unveil his partner on next week’s Superstars of Wrestling (B-)
The Warlord forced Tugboat to submit in our main event in 6:50 (C-)
Ricky the Dragon Steamboat has returned to the WWF! He’ll face The Warlord at Tribute to the Troops!

Overall Show Grade: C-

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The Tribute to the Troops – WWF’s Live Event for February 1991 – Live from Hawaii (Coming after next week's TV)

Handicap Tag Team Match: Hulk Hogan & ‘Hacksaw’ Jim Duggan vs. Sgt Slaughter, The Iron Sheik & General Adnan

WWF Intercontinental Championship: The Big Boss Man vs. Mr Perfect ©

WWF Tag Team Championship: The Hart Foundation © vs Ted DiBiase & His Partner (to be announced on next week’s Superstars)

Special 4 vs 4 Tag Team Match: The Dynamic Dudes & The Legion of Doom vs The Orient Express & Demolition

Jake ‘The Snake’ Roberts vs Rick ‘The Model’ Martel

The Texas Tornado vs The Mountie

Ricky ‘The Dragon’ Steamboat vs The Warlord

The Rockers vs Haku & The Barbarian

Tito Santana & Greg Valentine vs The Nasty Boys

The Dynamic Dudes & The Legion of Doom vs The Orient Express & Demolition

Beejus · June 13, 2015

Another good set of shows, it seems like you're really hitting a good stride on these. Do you have any plans on eventually bringing Raw into the formula? I am intrigued to see who DiBiase brings in as his partner for T4. The only person of major note that I don't yet see on the card is Earthquake, so he is my guess at this moment. Loved the "illegal wind farming" line for Mountie, and hey what's this; Brooklyn Brawler won a match?! Blasphemy! I like the pairing of Tito and Greg, it actually makes sense given their history that they would have a ton of respect for one another's abilities. The Nastys are capable, you can actually pull some decent match ratings out of them once in awhile, and Chico/Hammer should be able to do one. Can't wait to see what happens next week on Superstars!

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