1997: War of the Worlds

Kimberly · October 11, 2017

<div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="hqdefault.jpg" data-src="https://i.ytimg.com/vi/KASDUA7LUbg/hqdefault.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> WCW Monday Nitro - Episode 116 Monday Week 1, December 1997 - The Municipal Auditorium- Nashville, Tennessee - *SOLD OUT* (Attendance: 15,000)</div> [WCW Monday Nitro opens to footage from the closing moments of last week on Nitro where children dressed as Sting showed up surrounding the ring and leaving Hogan and Bischoff in it. We then go to the usual Nitro opening and cue Tony Schiavone, Mike Tenay and Larry Zbyszko for hour number one on a night where the Nature Boy Ric Flair is here and on a night where Hollywood Hulk Hogan is NOT here tonight. We will also have an answer from the WCW Executive Committee on the request from the Faces of Fear, The Macho Man Randy Savage will be in action and we are told that the nWo has a challenge for Bret Hart. All that to come but we go to the ring for our first match here on Monday Nitro and it features WCW vs the nWo Grade: 76 ============================ <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Match #1: Scott Norton vs Bill Goldberg Absolute decimation. Nortonnever even gets in some offense. Goldberg just spits him out and there is nothing that he can do. Jackhammer, 3 count. Winner: Bill Goldberg Grade: 52 ] </div></blockquote> ============================ [The announcers then throw it to Mean Gene Okerlund who is supposed to be at the Nitro set. But instead the set is empty. Tony asks "Gene?" and Okerlund comes out and walks right to the announce set. He is furious as he asks Tony for the microphone sitting on the floor next to him. Gene gets on the mic and says that six days ago something happened that has never happened to him in the industry. A man that Gene thought was his friend started a fight with him at a television taping and beat his ass. Gene tells the camera to look as his eye and mouth and it is clearly busted. And did that man get fired? No. He got suspended, with pay, for 28 days and will be back in time for Starrcade and why? Because of Eric Bischoff. Eric Bischoff created the culture that allowed Lex Luger to beat my ass. He took a guy that Vince McMahon didnt want anymore, a guy who was a prima donna, and who no one back there likes and paid him a bunch of dollars and then let him run wild around here. And all Bischoff does back there is sit in Hogan's dressing room and drink the beers from his cooler because he's not a real boss, he wants to be "one of the boys". Well, Bischoff, you are the boss here in WCW. You are responsible. "And you will hear from my lawyer. " Gene drops the mic and storms off as Tony signals to the director to take us to an abrupt commercial on Nitro.] Grade: 59 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ [Nitro returns to a "Starrcade Moment". It is Starrcade 86 the Skywalkers. It is the scaffold match that saw Jim Cornette fall from the scaffold and blow out his knee. The video shows several replace of him landing badly. The Starrcade 97 logo forms and we see an image of Hogan and Sting in the background of it. Starrcade 1997 is just 4 weeks away. ] Grade: 76 ============================ [At the Nitro set is Tony Schiavone. He is with JJ Dillon of the WCW Executive Committee and JJ makes the following announcement. Though he does not like them, The Faces of Fear have a point. They were on the verge of defeating Harlem Heat at World War 3 before Jacquelyn's interference. But the committee does not believe in just handing a title match to the Faces of Fear, it must be earned. So later on tonight there will be a rematch from World War 3 between Harlem Heat and The Faces of Fear. Both Jimmy Hart and Jacquelyn are banned from ringside and if The Faces of Fear win this match, they're in at Starrcade and it will be a Triangle Tag Team Match for the WCW World Tag Team Titles.] Grade: 54 ============================ [We get footage from last week that showed Raven's Flock attacking Chris Benoit and Dean Malenko. Then we see Chris Jericho come out to make the save.] Grade: 53 ============================ <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Match #2: Psychosis vs Chris Jericho Back and forth match early but Psychosis takes control for awhile until he misses a top rope leg drop and Jericho takes over. Soon Jericho hits a Lion Sault for the 3 count. Winner: Chris Jericho Grade: 64 ] [Following the match, as Jericho celebrates, Raven (still in Piper's kilt) and his flock swarm the ring. They get in and start laying waste to Jericho. Just as Raven is about to drop Jericho with a DDT, Benoit and Malenko come running out and Raven and his group are forced to bail from the ring. Benoit and Malenko check on Jericho as Nitro goes to commercial. Grade: 54</div></blockquote> ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ [Nitro returns to the following promo on Sting: <iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Y49jp354gNs" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/Y49jp354gNs"</a> frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> Grade: 88 ============================ <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Match #3: The Faces of Fear vs Harlem Heat This is a wild brawl from the very beginning. Both teams separate and start fighting on the floor and the referee has a hell of a time getting everyone back to the ring. Once they do, the Faces of Fear take over dominating Booker T and keeping him from making the hot tag. Eventually he is able to and Stevie Ray starts cleaning house but soon, Meng delivers a thrust kick and Ray is down. This brings in Booker T and the teams are brawling again. In the mele, Booker and Barbarian go outside the ring and Booker is thrown into the barricade. Barbarian sneaks in and drills Stevie with a running boot to the face, Meng locks in the Tongan Death Grip and the Faces of Fear are headed to Starrcade to join Harlem Heat and The Steiner Brothers in a Triangle Match for the WCW World Tag Team Championship. Winners: The Faces of Fear Grade: 61</div></blockquote> ============================ [We go to the announce table where Larry Zbyszko, who has been quiet most of the evening, tells everyone that he is sorry but he has something to say. He takes off his headset and grabs the same microphone that Mean Gene Okerlund used earlier in the evening. Larry says that in 1990 he came to this company after spending years in the AWA and while the early days of WCW had its up and downs, it knew who it was. This was a company that valued tradition. Honor. Respect. Doing things the right way. And sure, it may not have made as much money as it does now but it was a place where we could hold our head up high when we came to work. That all changed when Eric Bischoff took over. Bischoff has no respect for professional wrestling. He has no desire to ever get a clue and he never has. And for the last nearly five years, I have sat back and watched Bischoff ruin this great company. He took all that was great about the NWA and all that was great about the early WCW and threw it all away. He brought in parasites like Hogan, Nash and Hall - who is still ducking me by the way, and he destroyed the tradition that WCW was built around. He ran Roddy Piper out of this company. Marcus Bagwell was a good kid but now he's "Buff" and that means he's a drug addict in rehab. Gene Okerlund is about to sue this company and its thanks to Bischoff. I cannot sit idly by and take it anymore. Someone has got to stop this tyranny and if Bischoff has any piece of the male anatomy, he will man up and accept this challenge: The Living Legend wants a match with Eric Bischoff at Starrcade. "What's it gonna be, Eric? Do you have the guts? Accept my challenge, and come Starrcade, I'll take you to Larry-Land...where we will make a man out of you." Tony and Mike clap as do the rest of the crowd as Nitro goes to commercial. Grade: 59 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ [When Nitro returns we see Tony and Mike at the desk. We are taken to footage of during the break where Larry Zbyszko had returned to his set and had his headset back on. They were all talking to their floor manager when Doug Dillinger walks up and he is flanked by Tennessee State Police. He looks upset but tells everyone that by orders of Eric Bischoff, Larry is to be escorted out of the building by force arrest if necessary. Doug apologizes and Larry says he gets it and, with a wave to the crowd, departs the set.] Grade: 52 ============================ <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Match #4 Jeff vs Randy Savage Savage smacks this young kid around and doesn't take him seriously so when he goes for a clothesline, Jeff, ducks it and rolls Macho Man up and gets a very close two count. This wakes up Savage who goes nuts on Jeff and throws him to the floor, draping his throat on the barricade and flying off the top rope with a double axe handle. He pounds the kid and rubs his face on the ring mats around the ring and rolls him in the ring. Savage slams him and drops the big elbow but won't cover. He goes up and drops another big elbow and finally covers for the 3 count. Winner: Randy Savage Grade: 74 <a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Grade: 85</a></div></blockquote><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> [Tony and Mike tell us that Hour #2 will kick off after this time out and it will be with the return of the Nature Boy!]</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Grade: 68</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><div style="text-align:center;"><a rel="">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</a></div><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> <iframe width="560" height="315" src="</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/2lRgaz6zgkg" rel="external nofollow"></a><a rel="">https://www.youtube.com/embed/2lRgaz6zgkg"</a><a rel=""> frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Grade: 73</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> [Hour #2 kicks off with pyro and then Nashville comes alive as The Nature Boy makes his way to the ring. Flair is smiling and strutting to the ring soaking up the crowd's love. </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> He gets in the ring and says how hot Music City is tonight in December. And the Nature Boy is on fire too....wooooo. Now everyone may be wondering why the Nature Boy is in a good mood tonight given the last few months and given that he was denied entry last week to Nitro and we'll get there in a few moments because there is good news tonight. </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> For months, Flair has been tormented by a man he thought was a friend. He brought Curt Hennig to WCW and he brought him into the Horsemen. They had a friendship going back over a decade long, Flair is friends with Curt's dad Larry, and Flair never believed for a minute that Curt could stoop so low. </a><a rel=""> And Flair never thought that Hennig was a coward. Even after he betrayed the Horsemen, Ric believed that Curt was still a man. Until 8 days ago at World War 3 when Curt Hennig kicked the Nature Boy in Space Mountain and ran out of the building like a little girl. But that is all about to be rectified tonight. </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> Because The Nature Boy just got done talking to JJ and the news of the evening is this: In 27 days...Starrcade...the brand new MCI Center, it will be the Nature Boy Ric Flair and Curt Hennig one more time. It will be for the United States Title one more time. But this time there is no running, there is no escaping, there is no weasling out...The Nature Boy gets Hennig's ass INSIDE A STEEL CAGE. </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> As the crowd comes to life, the music of the nWo plays and Flair looks around for a fight. Instead of Hennig we get Syxx who comes out alone and stops mid way to the ring. He says Curt Hennig is not here tonight but Syxx is. And its fitting that Flair got his old running buddy, JJ, to give him what he wants but all he did was sign his own death warrant. Curt Hennig will take Flair apart in the cage at Starrcade but that's if he makes it there first. Because the Wolfpac wants a piece and we're gonna smoke you tonight, grandpa. </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> Flair tells Syxx if he wants a fight, he's got it...tonight. </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> Syxx warns him to be careful what he asks for.]</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Grade: 76</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> [Nitro turns to a video where it takes a trip with Bret Hart back home in </a><a rel=""> Canada. We see him with his family hanging out, and with fans in the area. He shows momentos and pictures from his youth and in Calgary Stampede. He talks about tradition and says this is why he joined WCW and why he is proud to fight alongside WCW against the nWo. ]</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Grade: 78</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><div style="text-align:center;"><a rel="">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</a></div><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> [Nitro returns and we see Hall in the crowd. He is alone and he demands Bret Hart to come out but Hart clearly isn't there tonight. Hall says that Hart is just scared of the nWo and that he made a bad mistake last week. Hart thinks he knows what suffering is like? Well, hey, the original outsider, Scott Hall is more than willing to take him to school. So it goes like this, Hitman, you want a fight? You don't like the Wolfpac? You don't like me? Bite me. Come get yourself some at Starrcade. Scott Hall is calling out Bret Hart and if you don't like it, do something about it. ]</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Grade: 84</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><a rel="">Match #5: Jushin Liger & Ultimo Dragon vs Mortis & Wrath</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> A fast paced match early but soon Wrath takes control and it appears that James Vandenburg's oddities would win but some miscommunication between Mortis and Vandy when Liger starts a comeback sends Mortis into the manager. Wrath tries to get in as Ultimo Dragon puts in the Dragon Sleeper on Mortis but he isnt able to make it in time as Mortis taps out.</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Winners: Jushin Liger & Ultimo Dragon</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Grade: 61</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> [Following the match, Vandy is pissed and he screams at Mortis. Mortis stands up and pushes Vandeburg who pushes him back. Wrath is on the outside watching all this as Mortis decks Vandenburg and knocks him out. Mortis takes off the mask and throws it on Vandenburg and we see his face for the first time. He leaves the ring and looks at Wrath who shrugs and leaves with him leaving Vandenburg, seemingly, with no one. ]</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Grade: 37</a><a rel=""> </a></div></blockquote><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> [Nitro goes to a video of Eddie Guerrero down in the WCW Power Plant beating up a bunch of wrestlers who wear Rey Mysterio masks. He talks about how he has been dominanting the industry for so long that it isn't even a challenge but he wants Rey to acknowledge his greatness. He asks for Rey to come to Nitro next week and tell the world that Eddie Guerrero is on fire, he's the heat, and he is the geratest cruiserweight champion of all time. If not, Eddie will hurt someone that Rey loves......"whatever it takes, holmes, whatever it takes." We then see Eddie fly off the top rope and deliver a frog splash onto a Rey-mask wearing wrestler as the video fades out.]</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Grade: 53</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><div style="text-align:center;"><a rel="">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</a></div><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><a rel="">Match #6: Ray Traylor vs Kevin Nash/B]</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> Hall is out with his buddy and this match is basically what you expect. Everytime Traylor tries to get some come back, Hall distracts the ref or distracts Traylor. With every punch or kick or big slam Nash does, he says "this is for you, Giant". He goes for The Giant's Chokeslam but lets Traylor out and then delivers the Jacknife for the 3 count. </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Winner: Kevin Nash</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> [Following the match, Nash and Hall mock The Giant.]</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Grade: 58</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a></div></blockquote><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> [Tony and the guys take us back to earlier tonight where we learned that Ric Flair will face Curt Hennig inside a steel cage for the WCW United States Title at Starrcade and we see the challenge between Flair and Syxx. The main event of Monday Nitro is next, LIVE on TNT.]</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Grade: 70</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><div style="text-align:center;"><a rel="">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</a></div><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><a rel="">Match #7: Syxx vs Ric Flair</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> This starts out as a wrestling match but soon it has turned into a brawl. Flair beats the kid all over the ringside area and even up by the Nitro set chopping Syxx against the WCW logo symbols. They make it back into the ring And Syxx takes over and starts using aerial manenvers to take down Ric. Flair begins his comeback and just as he is about to put Syxx in the figure four, Curt Hennig runs down from the back. He gets on the ring apron and Flair decks him but that allows the US title to be left in the ring. Hennig tries to get back on the apron but the referee is refusing to let him in. Syxx has the belt and charges Flair, who ducks, chops Syxx and takes the belt from him. *CRACK* Flair nails Syxx and throws the belt to the floor. He lays on Syxx for the 1...2..3.</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Winner: Ric Flair</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Grade: 71</a><a rel=""> </a></div></blockquote><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> [As Flair celebrates, here come the troops. Nash, Hall, Savage, Hennig, Norton, Bischoff is out there as is Vincent. They all begin to take apart Flair when DDP and the Giant run down. They try to make the save and Flair and team WCW are fighting off the nWo. Suddenly....</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> Sting comes from the crowd and gets in the ring. He nail's Flair in the back with the baseball bat and then hits DDP. We then realize its another fake Sting and as The Giant goes after this imposter, the nWo is on him.</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> Soon all 3 WCW guys are laying and out cold. They hold down The Giant's taped and injured right hand and Nash takes the fake Sting's baseball bat and smash's Giant's hand. He screams in agony before being beaten down into unconsciousness again. </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> Bischoff laughs in the camera and says "that was for you, Hollywood...enjoy your vacation. See you next week." Bischoff bows to his nWo pack who have taken out Page, Flair and Giant before blowing a mocking kiss to the ceiling where Sting has not been seen.</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> The nWo stands tall as Nitro goes off the air. ]</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Grade: 74</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Final Grade: 78</a>

Pipers Pit · October 11, 2017

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The show begins with a recap of last week's show, focusing on the match between Vader and Triple H with Goldust’s interference and then the build to Rock and Mankind, both with Marc Mero’s actions and the Rock making demands of Commissioner Slaughter where it relates to Stone Cold Steve Austin

Grade: 92

As the show begins, Commissioner Slaughter is already in the ring. He says that last week an issue was brought up and he asks the Rock to come down to the ring.

A moment later the Rock struts down and he’s all smiles. Slaughter says that he’s thought about it all week and the Rock is correct. Stone Cold Steve Austin has been absent for weeks and he is due to defend the Intercontinental Championship so unless he can show up for In Your House….

It’s at this moment the Rock’s top of the line 1997 cell phone goes off. He motions for Slaughter to be quiet as he answers. His side of the conversation consists of “What do you mean he’s gone?” “How long were you knocked out?” And then realization begins to show on his face. Before he can react the crowd pops to its feet when it hears breaking glass.

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Austin comes running down to the ring, and the Rock just stares with his eyes wide as Slaughter gets out of the ring. When Austin hits the ring they’re brawling with Austin getting the clear better of it. He goes for a stunner but the Rock slips out and gets out of the ring. Austin grabs the mic Slaughter had been using and says this Sunday if the Rock wants his title so bad he can try and take it but all that’s gonna happen is a old fashioned ass whipping. And that’s the bottom line, cause Stone Cold said so.

Grade: 98

Sultan and Patriot begin the match but the heels take control early. But with the crowd’s help, the Patriot makes a comeback and makes a big tag to Johnson who begins taking over. He shows his power by flooring the Sultan with a big clothesline but when he turns around, Jarrett cracks him over the head with his guitar. The referee instantly calls for the bell.

Winners by Disqualification: The Patriot and Ahmed Johnson
Grade: 69

As Ahmed Johnson is helped up by the Patriot, Jeff Jarrett mocks him up the aisle and says he’ll play another hit this Sunday!

Grade: 69

Vader is backstage with Michael Cole. He says that this Sunday at In Your House Goldust will pay the price for his actions. And he knows that Goldust thinks he has an advantage going into their match but Vader has a surprise of his own. Cole asks what it is, but Vader just grins and walks away.

Grade: 47

Backstage, we see Triple H and he’s dragging a cameraman with him. They spot the Undertaker and Triple H tells the camera to stay here before sprinting over and attacking the Undertaker. He gets in several hard shots before the Undertaker begins fighting back, eventually getting the better of it and sends Triple H running away. Undertaker shakes his head and turns around…..

….right into Kane!

The Undertaker doesn’t have a moment to react before Kane grabs him around the neck and flings him through an office hallway window. We hear Paul Bearer laughing as the camera creeps over to the window and sees the Undertaker who isn’t moving.

Grade: 100

A pretty even affair but Mero’s willingness to take cheap shots and shortcuts makes all the difference. It isn’t long before he hits a TKO for the win.

Winner by Pinfall: Marc Mero
Grade: 58

Mero is very full of himself after the match. Unfortunately for him he doesn’t see Mankind crawl out from under the ring and slip in behind him. Sable sees but doesn’t say anything and when Mero turns around he walks right into a Mandible Claw. In a few moments, Mero is out cold. Mankind gets a mic and says that since this Sunday marks In Your House, he’s inviting the Marvelous One to his. This Sunday…he’ll see Mero….in the Boiler Room!

Grade: 72

Backstage Vince McMahon is standing with his entourage when Stone Cole Steve Austin walks past. Vince sticks out his hand and says he wants to welcome Austin back. Austin looks at him, down at his hand, then sneers and walks past.

The camera focuses on McMahon who looks offended, while Patterson and Brisco assure him he did nothing wrong.

Grade: 88

Commissioner Slaughter knocks on the DX dressing room and Chyna answers. He tells her to tell Shawn Michaels that tonight there will be a contract signing for the title match this weekend and he is to show up alone. If DX comes with him…well, just don’t. She rolls her eyes and slams the door.

Grade: 73

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We see a replay of the earlier fight between Triple H and the Undertaker which saw Taker win an initial victory but a moment later his little brother was tossing him through a window. Jim Ross mentions that the Undertaker rejected medical aid but nobody’s seen him since.

Grade: 82

Bart Gunn comes out of his corner throwing right hands but he can’t do more than stagger Kane. The crimson demon as Ross calls him doesn’t take long to grab control of the match, pummeling Gunn before putting him down with a big chokeslam…then another…then another. Finally Paul Bearer shouts out some instruction and Kane puts Gunn away with a Tombstone.

Winner by Pinfall: Kane
Grade: 63

Paul Bearer gets in the ring with a mic and he says everyone saw tonight a brief moment of Kane’s wrath. He’s only getting angrier and as long as the Undertaker draws breath, his brother will be there to extinguish it.

Grade: 84

DX is seen meeting in their lockeroom thanks to a camera peeking in. Michaels is furious, throwing things across the room as Triple H and Rude try to calm him down. Triple H says they have a plan and it’ll all be fine. Michaels says he better be right.

Grade: 76

The eight man tag sees everyone get tagged in and get a little bit of offense in but the team of Blackjacks and LOD really take control keeping Billy Gunn in their corner. Even when he tags in Henry Godwinn it doesn’t do much good. When a brawl breaks out between all four teams, it appears the LOD is setting up Road Dogg for the Doomsday Device but Phinneas Godwinn clips Animal’s knee, allowing Henry to roll him up and pull the tights for the win.

Winners by Pinfall: The Godwinns and the New Age Outlaws
Grade: 67

We see a replay of earlier tonight when Stone Cold Steve Austin made his return and challenged the Rock to a match this Sunday.

Grade: 75

Backstage Farooq and the Rock are arguing. Farooq says all of this mess tonight is the Rock’s fault. D’Lo and Kama are hurt because of the Rock, Steve Austin is on the warpath because of the Rock, but tonight Farooq will clean up the mess and put Austin in his place and when he does, he’ll get the title shot this Sunday at Austin, not Rock. He then orders the Rock to follow him to the ring. Farooq marches off and the Rock just seethes at him.

Grade: 67

Jim Ross and Jerry Lawler run down the final card for this Sunday’s In Your House: D-Generation X.

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Grade: 88

Non-Title Match

Austin and Farooq go to war as soon as the bell rings and show very good chemistry in the ring. The Rock at ringside just watches, and it seems every time Farooq has the upper hand he’s instructing the Rock to watch how it’s done. Eventually though Austin begins taking control and in the process the referee takes a bump. Farooq calls for a chair and the Rock slides one in, but he does it too hard and it slides past Farooq and right to Austin who picks it up and crowns Farooq. He makes the cover and locks eyes with the Rock as the ref comes to and counts to three.

Winner by Pinfall: Stone Cold Steve Austin
Grade: 80

Following the break, Commissioner Slaughter is in the ring and calls down Ken Shamrock and Shawn Michaels.

They come down and jaw at each other a little, but then Slaughter makes them sign their cage match contract. Michaels signs first but before Shamrock can sign, DX begins coming down the ramp.

Slaughter intercepts them and motions for security to assist. Shamrock signs and Michaels snaps out Sweet Chin Music but Shamrock catches his foot and flips him down into an ankle lock. Michaels is flipping out and DX charges in to help but the line of security meets them and holds them up. As the show goes off the air Michaels is frantically tapping as Shamrock looks crazed.

Grade: 82

Overall: 88

Kimberly · October 13, 2017

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WCW Saturday Night

Saturday Week 1, December, 1997 – Pine Bluff Center Hall– Pine Bluff, Arkansas

* Goldberg def Fit Finlay

* Video airs promoting Steiners vs Harlem Heat vs Faces of Fear

* Chris Benoit, with Jericho & Malneko in his corner def Alex Wright

* Billy Kidman def Robby Brookside

*Graphic says Bret Hart will be on Nitro this week

*Eddie Guerrero def the returning Disco Inferno in a non title match

Show Grade: 67</div>

Kimberly · October 13, 2017

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WCW Road to Starrcade Live

Saturday Week 1, December, 1997 – Continental Airlines Arena - East Rutherford, New Jersey - Sold Out

*Psychosis def Evan Karagais, Alex Wright & Chavo Guerrero

*Chris Jericho def Billy Kidman of Raven's flock

Interview with Curt Hennig who promotes his match with Flair at Starrcade

*Goldberg def Brad Armstrong

*Sick Boy & Saturn def Chris Benoit & Dean Malenko after Raven interferes

*Eddie Guerrero def Matt Hardy

*The Giant def Scott Norton

*Larry Zbyszko comes out asking for Bischoff to accept his challenge. He, again, is taken away by security.

*Ric Flair & Diamond Dallas Page def The Outsiders

Show Grade: 73 </div>

Pipers Pit · October 13, 2017

<div style="text-align:center;">December 1997 Week 1 <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="GMMzdQl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GMMzdQl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The Headbangers def. Skull and 8 Ball The Sultan def. Chainz The New Blackjacks def. D'Lo Brown and Kama</div><div style="text-align:center;"></div><div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="gsellYu.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/gsellYu.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> The New Age Outlaws def. The Patriot and Steve Blackman Ahmed Johnson def. Recon Goldust def. Savio Vega</div></blockquote></div>

Kimberly · October 15, 2017

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Pipers Pit · October 15, 2017

<div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="2BmrWTW.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/2BmrWTW.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div> WWF *According to reports, Phineas Godwinn was the subject of a series of complaints after RAW this week with several performers complaining about his lack of selling. *There are very high hopes heading into this weekend’s In Your House D-Generation X. *The return of Steve Austin is being given the most credit for the win this week versus WCW in the front office though there are some in the locker room who would beg to differ. *Rumors are swirling of some major happenings when the calendar changes to 1998. *Philadelphia is a likely front runner to host WrestleMania XV in 1999.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>WCW *After a crazy week of backstage issues, WCW was much calmer this week. Eric Bischoff allowed some airing of grievances before Monday Nitro and the mood improved. *Alot of talk about how the WWF finally overtook Nitro for the first time in nearly two years but the feeling is with Hart, Hogan and Sting not appearing on the show and the WWF loading up their show for their go home, things will rebound this week. *WCW is very high on Chris Jericho. Many in the locker room including Hollywood Hogan and Ric Flair see him as someone to watch going forward. *WCW was very pleased with their special house show this past Saturday selling the Continental Airlines Arena completely out. WCW is on a roll of sell outs for their television and house shows. The main event of Flair & DDP vs The Outsiders was so well received, that we will see it again as the main event of Nitro this week. *The night after Starrcade, the entire crew will hop on a chartered plane flying everyone to Atlanta Georgia for the first Nitro of 1998. That Nitro will originate from the Georgia Dome. *There is talk of WCW trimming the fat in 1998 and also expanding their roster with more international talent.</div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Ratings: Nitro: 15.66 - 11,747,620 viewers. Raw: 16.78 – 15,585,150 viewers. </div></blockquote>

Pipers Pit · October 15, 2017

Note: Includes the full lineup for the show if anyone wants to predict on things.

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Pipers Pit · October 17, 2017

<div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="Ca4bJ69.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Ca4bJ69.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> An opening video package highlighting the matches is shown with a heavy influence of the DX tron video. We’re then taken to the announcer’s table where we see Jim Ross and Jerry Lawler joined by Jim Cornette. <img alt="Juax5CP.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Juax5CP.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="ghAO1vg.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ghAO1vg.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="AOanEQS.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/AOanEQS.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> They all hype the show and a moment later we hear Goldust’s theme. Grade:96 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="IEDelWf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/IEDelWf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OurEjck.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OurEjck.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="rfjm4H7.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rfjm4H7.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Goldust comes out first and when Vader’s music hits he stops on the ramp and then turns and holds his hand out. Goldust loses his mind when he sees who it is. <img alt="eGPagpa.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/eGPagpa.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Marlena, puffing on her cigar follows Vader down the ramp and once the men are in the ring, the ref rings the bell. The match begins with Vader dominating with his power and when Goldust finally gains some momentum its thanks to Luna’s distraction on the outside. Goldust spends the next several minutes hitting Vader with everything he has but Vader continues to get up. Finally Vader floors Goldust with a big clothesline, then another. Luna climbs onto the apron and Marlena follows her. They begin arguing and when Vader approaches followed by the referee. In the course of the argument Marlena’s cigar flies into the ring. As the ladies argue, Vader turns and Goldust, who had picked it up, jabs it into the big man’s already injured eye. Vader goes down holding his face, and instantly both women drop from the apron. Goldust makes the cover and get a three count. Winner by Pinfall: Goldust Grade:70 </div></blockquote> <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="eGPagpa.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/eGPagpa.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="IEDelWf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/IEDelWf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="RYdUSvF.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/RYdUSvF.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> To the crowd’s shock and disgust Goldust leaves the ring with Luna on one arm and Marlena on the other. The trip head up the ramp as the referee tends to Vader. Grade:63 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="rrPX9e2.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rrPX9e2.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="GDGiR58.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GDGiR58.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="DjHTPUb.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/DjHTPUb.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="FpQi1gV.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/FpQi1gV.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Backstage, DX is seen in their locker room psyching Shawn Michaels up for his title defense against Ken Shamrock. Triple H says once he gets done with the Undertaker, they’ll take care of Shamrock. Tonight is their night. Grade:73 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="YtFobLO.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YtFobLO.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Vince McMahon comes down to the ring, and says he first wants to welcome everyone to In Your House and he hopes they’re enjoying the show. Second, he decided the best way to tackle the elephant in the room is to address it straight with the WWF fans. A few weeks ago in Montreal……suddenly McMahon stops when familiar music hits. <iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/0VGD01VrjI4?rel=0" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/0VGD01VrjI4?rel=0"</a> frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> <img alt="GqMgEEK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GqMgEEK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Rowdy Roddy Piper makes his way to the ring, soaking up the fans’ reaction. When he gets in, McMahon suddenly puts on a smile and extends his hand but Piper just looks at it. Piper says he came back to where he belongs because he got tired of dealing with little birdies and he got tired of liars but right now he thinks he’s in the ring with the biggest liar of all. McMahon tries to play it off but clearly looks annoyed. Piper says that what happened in Montreal is a damned shame. Worse than that it was disrespectful to the business he’s loved and what’s paid his bills and helped send his kids to school. Piper says some people have suggested he not use the name Bret Hart but it’s a live mic so what the hell. He grills McMahon on why he screwed Bret Hart. McMahon tries to give the ‘Bret screwed Bret’ reply but Piper pulls the mic away. He asks why he’s on the brink of bankruptcy. McMahon tries to deny it, but Piper again pulls the mic away and now McMahon looks hot. He steps in and puts his hand on the mic but we can still hear where he tells Piper to ‘watch it pal’ and suddenly Piper gets an intense look in his eyes and says if McMahon doesn’t let go he’s gonna be a one armed promoter. McMahon backs down and Piper says that he’s now home for good and he’s gonna be watching, very closely, and if he ever thinks the business he loves is being disrespected again there won’t be any lawsuits and there won’t be any screwjobs. There will be just an old fashioned fight and if you don’t think he’s still got it in him, just try’em. He says it looking McMahon right in the eyes before dropping the mic and leaving an angry looking owner in the ring. Grade:83 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="4DHjTz0.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/4DHjTz0.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> We go to a pretaped video of Paul Bearer in a barely lit room. He warns the Undertaker that for his own safety he shouldn’t show tonight because Bearer will not be held responsible for what Kane will do. The lighting in the room subtly changes enough for us to see the form of Kane behind Bearer. Grade:83 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="AK8VaDy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/AK8VaDy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> ]<img alt="Yw5r6v9.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Yw5r6v9.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="EiA8duj.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/EiA8duj.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OurEjck.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OurEjck.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="aOWgySG.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/aOWgySG.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OJ3TFyb.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OJ3TFyb.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The two teams are brawling before the bell even sounds. Once the referee gets control, it settles into a standard tag match but the challengers are constantly on the defensive and the LOD show their dominance. When Henry gets knocked off the apron, Animal delivers a powerslam to Phineas. Then showing some brute strength, he lifts him up on his shoulders where Hawk flies, delivering the Doomsday Device. Winners by Pinfall and still WWF Tag Team Champions: The Legion of Doom Grade:73 </div></blockquote> <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="Yw5r6v9.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Yw5r6v9.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="EiA8duj.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/EiA8duj.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="mLSbjpc.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/mLSbjpc.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="1qZPUqg.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/1qZPUqg.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> LOD stop at the top of the stage and turn to the fans, raising their belts but a moment later the New Age Outlaws run out with chairs, smashing both Hawk and Animal across the back. As the champs go down, the outlaws go to town, hitting them over and over before officials force them away. Grade:63 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="VQEtFWS.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VQEtFWS.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A vignette is shown of Mark Henry, highlighting his incredible strength. In the video he’s shown pulling a call by a chain, then flipping it over onto its roof. The video ends with Henry smiling and a graphic calling him the World’s Strongest Man. Grade:58 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="ix6cVW0.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ix6cVW0.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="5bJ1Ac1.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5bJ1Ac1.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Michael Cole is with Stone Cold Steve Austin. He asks Austin what his plan is tonight in his championship defense against the Rock. Austin says this title, while nice, means nothing to him. He was thrown in a trunk, he was taken out into who knows where, fed garbage and babysat by two pieces of trash. So if he wins tonight, great. If he loses, who cares? But one thing is for sure. The Rock is gonna get his ass whipped tonight and that’s the bottom line cause Stone Cold said so! Grade:89 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="YtFobLO.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YtFobLO.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="B13ZKIH.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/B13ZKIH.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="1SVtqnJ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/1SVtqnJ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Backstage Vince McMahon is fuming to Pat Patterson and Gerald Brisco. He rants about how Piper embarrassed him and ruined his chance to get the fans on his side. How nobody understands him and how he’s sick and tired of being the bad guy. His associates try and soothe his concerns but it doesn’t seem to do much. Grade:74 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="8PABBv9.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/8PABBv9.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OurEjck.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OurEjck.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="QlKHMkd.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/QlKHMkd.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Jarrett is very arrogant to begin the match but the first time Johnson throws him to the mat the smirk is wiped off his face. Johnson seems to be in full control meanwhile Cornette constantly complaining that Johnson isn’t wrestling. Jarrett shares in those frustrations ducking out of the ring several times until Johnson gives chase. Jarrett ducks back into the ring and Johnson follows. Jarrett grabs the ref, claiming to have an eye injury. As the referee checks him, Cornette leaves the announcer’s table and climbs onto the apron. Johnson dismisses Cornette but when he turns his back, Cornette whacks him with his tennis racket. Johnson stumbles forward, and Jarrett steps in quickly, delivering a Reverse Russian Leg Sweep for the win. Winner by Pinfall: Jeff Jarrett Grade:69 </div></blockquote> <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="8PABBv9.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/8PABBv9.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="AOanEQS.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/AOanEQS.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Jarrett and Cornette are ecstatic as they go back up the ramp, while Johnson clears the cobwebs in the ring. Grade:70 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="D5L9Q0A.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/D5L9Q0A.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="jpGiFf5.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/jpGiFf5.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="iYCbZUE.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/iYCbZUE.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="AwLQevZ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/AwLQevZ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Backstage, the Nation is in their dressing area. Farooq is giving instructions for how they’ll handle the match tonight against Stone Cold Steve Austin when the Rock interrupts and says this is his match and he’ll give the orders. He tells them when he signals them, they come down, take Austin out and then it’ll be 1-2-3 and a new Intercontinental champion. All the while, Farooq is in the back looking none-too-pleased. Grade:63 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="9QqZws5.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/9QqZws5.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> [We catch a glimpse of Ken Shamrock in his locker room. He’s staring down at his hands as he sits on a bench and looks completely focused. Lawler mentions that sometimes silence is scarier than acting like a crazy man.] Grade:74 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Boiler Room Brawl <img alt="LGl8Bm5.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/LGl8Bm5.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OurEjck.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OurEjck.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="VkAMf3m.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VkAMf3m.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Mero is outside the door to the boiler room and doesn’t want to go in but he begrudgingly agrees and enters. Once he’s in, we see from inside the room. He looks terrified and jumps at every noise. He carefully looks around and begins to relax when Mankind suddenly appears, hitting him in the back with a pipe. What follows is like someone locked in a cage with a wild animal. Mankind is relentless, using every weapon he can get his hands on. Mero tries fighting back using his boxing skills but every time he lands a knockout punch, Mankind keeps getting up, seemingly enjoying it. Finally he goes for a wild punch, Mankind ducks it and hits Mero with the Mandible Claw. Mero quickly goes unconscious and the referee who’d been standing by signals an end to the match. Winner: Mankind Grade:71</div></blockquote> <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="LGl8Bm5.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/LGl8Bm5.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Following the three count, Mankind scoots away from Mero, clawing at his own hair. Finally he blurts out “have a nice day!” and continues to claw with a crazed smile. Grade:76 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="ix6cVW0.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ix6cVW0.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="8PABBv9.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/8PABBv9.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="AOanEQS.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/AOanEQS.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Backstage, Michael Cole is standing by with Jeff Jarrett and Jim Cornette. Cornette grabs the mic from Cole and says he told everyone that Jeff Jarrett was the future of wrestling. Not crappy sports entertainment but wrestling. And he will put his skills on display tomorrow night live on the USA network when he issues an open challenge to anyone so he can show he’s the greatest wrestler on God’s green earth. Grade:59 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="D5L9Q0A.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/D5L9Q0A.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="5bJ1Ac1.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5bJ1Ac1.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> [A video package is shown to remind the audience how we got here with the Rock and Stone Cold Steve Austin from the kidnapping to Austin’s return this week.] Grade:82 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="yUdCB6I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/yUdCB6I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="5bJ1Ac1.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5bJ1Ac1.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OurEjck.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OurEjck.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="D5L9Q0A.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/D5L9Q0A.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Austin comes down the ramp first but he’s not half way down before the Rock runs down and attacks him from behind. They brawl around the ring before the match begins and its all Rock in the beginning but Austin fights back but before you can blink, Rock hits the Rock Bottom for the 1…2..kickout. Austin barely beats the count and the Rock goes back to attacking him, but again Austin shows how tough he is by fighting back and now it’s the Rock on his heels as Austin goes on the attack. The Rock, feeling like this is slipping away waves to the back and out comes the Nation. <img alt="jpGiFf5.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/jpGiFf5.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="iYCbZUE.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/iYCbZUE.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="AwLQevZ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/AwLQevZ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> But half way down the ramp Farooq holds his arms out to the side and stops D’Lo and Kama. The Rock is wide eyed, but Farooq just shakes his head. When Rock turns around Austin is all over him, ending the match with a boot to the stomach, two birds in the face and a stunner which flips Rock half way across the room. Austin makes the cover and hooks the leg for the win. Winner by Pinfall and still WWF Intercontinental Champion: Stone Cold Steve Austin Grade:94 </div></blockquote> <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="5bJ1Ac1.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5bJ1Ac1.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> [As the Rock scowls on the outside, Austin climbs the ropes and holds the belt up, celebrating his victory.] Grade:76 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="Juax5CP.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Juax5CP.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="ghAO1vg.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ghAO1vg.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="mLSbjpc.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/mLSbjpc.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="1qZPUqg.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/1qZPUqg.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="3fZJdHI.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/3fZJdHI.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="dXZgVBd.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/dXZgVBd.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="whYQSk1.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/whYQSk1.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="pmzUQMA.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/pmzUQMA.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="YLcFh2I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YLcFh2I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="VGqMWff.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VGqMWff.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> [Jim Ross and Jerry Lawler mention that live tomorrow night on RAW we’ll see a four corners tag match to determine the number one contenders to the Legion of Doom. Lawler makes mention of the Outlaws attack tonight and Ross says LOD will be watching very carefully. Grade:48 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="GDGiR58.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GDGiR58.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="TIKf0Zl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/TIKf0Zl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="vG2xh4U.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/vG2xh4U.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> [A replay is shown of the fight between Triple H and the Undertaker on Monday night and the sudden appearance of Kane and how he threw the Undertaker through a window.] Grade:82 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="TIKf0Zl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/TIKf0Zl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OurEjck.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OurEjck.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="GDGiR58.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GDGiR58.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> An even match from the start, Triple H hits the Undertaker with everything in his arsenal, getting as a few two counts but then the Undertaker turns it on, sending the battle to the outside. He hits some of his usual moves but in the process of walking the ropes, he hits the referee when Tripe H pulls him in front. Triple H tries for a pedigree after a kick to the gut but Taker backdrops him, then snatches him around the throat and delivers a big chokeslam. The Undertaker can only take a moment’s breath before the stage explodes in fire and Kane comes stomping down to the ring. <img alt="vG2xh4U.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/vG2xh4U.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> He climbs in and we have a face to face showdown. Suddenly without warning, he scoops up the Undertaker and delivers a Tombstone. He grabs Triple H and puts him on top of the Undertaker and leaves the ring. Chyna aggressively shakes the referee and he comes to, to count a slow three count, Winner by Pinfall: Triple H Grade:84 </div></blockquote> <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="vG2xh4U.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/vG2xh4U.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="TIKf0Zl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/TIKf0Zl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Kane climbs back into the ring as Chyna pulls Triple H out by his feet. Bearer shouts instructions which distracts Kane just a moment as the Undertaker sits up and gets to his feet . Kane turns and sees him and charges. The Undertaker ducks the clothesline, and swivels, hitting Kane with one of his own which sends Kane over the ropes, but he lands on his feet. He wants to climb back in, but Bearer stops him and urges him to retreat for now but the brothers don’t lose an intense stare down even as Kane walks back up the ramp. Grade:79 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="rrPX9e2.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rrPX9e2.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="GDGiR58.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GDGiR58.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="DjHTPUb.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/DjHTPUb.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="FpQi1gV.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/FpQi1gV.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> DX exits their locker room but Commissioner Slaughter is standing right there. <img alt="ROml6wX.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ROml6wX.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> He says Michaels match is up next but the rest of them will have the best seats in the house right there in their locker room. The other members go nuts as Michaels contemplates that he’s on his own. Slaughter then tells them if sees any of the three at ringside, Michaels will not only lose, but he’ll strip him of the title. Slaughter walks away with a grin. Grade:69 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/EUjUWPEefgg?rel=0" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/EUjUWPEefgg?rel=0"</a> frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> <img alt="OahGj0w.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OahGj0w.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Grade:91 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="rrPX9e2.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rrPX9e2.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="9QqZws5.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/9QqZws5.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> [A video package is shown to hype the main event tonight between Shawn Michaels and Ken Shamrock and that match is next!] Grade:87 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div> <img alt="5oN9NmT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5oN9NmT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="rrPX9e2.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rrPX9e2.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OurEjck.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OurEjck.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="9QqZws5.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/9QqZws5.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Michaels appears wary as he enters the cage but Shamrock looks right at home. The champion tries to keep his distance during the early moments but once Shamrock gets in close it becomes takedown after takedown but Michaels manages to escape without much harm until Shamrock corners him and begins doing damage with strikes. He sends Michaels into the cage, then running him to the other side. He goes for a cover but Michaels kicks out. Shamrock continues to focus on Michaels’ leg, trying to soften him up for the ankle lock but when he charges into a corner, Michaels moves and Shamrock hits the turnbuckles hard. When he turns around, Michaels snaps some Sweet Chin Music. He tries to climb the cage but Shamrock climbs after him and kicks him off but seems to favor his leg right after. Michaels falls and Shamrock begins to climb but doesn’t appear to have much strength in his leg as he pulls himself up. Michaels begins crawling to the cage door and it becomes a race. Shamrock crests the top of the cage, as Michaels reaches the door and begins pulling himself through. The match reaches its climax as Shamrock climbs down and with a split screen on the broadcast we see Shawn Michaels fall to the floor mere seconds before Shamrock hits the ground, and he seems to aggravate that leg injury in the process. Winner and still WWF Champion: Shawn Michaels Grade:88</div></blockquote> <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> As Shawn Michaels pulls himself up to his feet, barely able to stand, the crowd pops as someone hops the barrier separating the fans from the ring. <img alt="9IQREL9.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/9IQREL9.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Owen Hart blasts Michaels from behind after dropping a bag and bangs his head off the cage, then picking him up and shoving him back through the door. Hart then grabs the bag and follows him inside before turning to the cage door and opens the bag removing a chain and a lock which he quickly uses on the cage door. Michaels is beginning to come to when Hart attacks again, knocking him down and launching right hands down at him. <img alt="GDGiR58.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GDGiR58.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="DjHTPUb.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/DjHTPUb.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="FpQi1gV.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/FpQi1gV.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> DX runs down to the ring frantically trying to get into the cage door but no matter how much they try they can’t get the door open. Hart is smirking at them as he puts Michaels in the Sharpshooter. Triple H tries to begin climbing the cage but Hart drops the hold, runs over and dropkicks him through the cage sending him to the floor. Meanwhile Rude has found a set of bolt cutters. As DX cuts through the chain, Hart climbs up the cage and when they enter to check on Michaels he crests it and climbs down. DX is furious but Hart is all smiles on the ramp and mouths ‘this isn’t over’ as the show goes off the air. Grade:82 Overall Grade: 91

Pipers Pit · October 19, 2017

<div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="JBbmzI8.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/JBbmzI8.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a84XAkQziYo" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a84XAkQziYo</a></div> The show opens with a still photo review of last night’s In Your House with voiceover calls by Jim Ross and Jerry Lawler Grade: 88 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="rrPX9e2.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rrPX9e2.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="GDGiR58.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GDGiR58.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="DjHTPUb.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/DjHTPUb.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="FpQi1gV.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/FpQi1gV.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> As the show opens D-Generation X is already in the ring and they don’t look to be in a good mood. Michaels says that he thought that after Survivor Series he thought they had cleaned out the Hart stench but he was wrong. One Hart remains and he chose to attack Michaels from behind because he’s no more of a man than his big brother that Michaels ran down south. Well Owen Hart is now on notice. Someday, sometime, he’ll feel the fury of D-Generation X, and then he can join his overrated brother in the nursing home. Grade: 84 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="i2lBqLT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/i2lBqLT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Before the match begins but all the competitors are in the ring, Sunny comes out, slowly walking around the ring and taking more notes before blowing a few kisses and leaving. Grade: 64 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div> <img alt="mLSbjpc.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/mLSbjpc.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="1qZPUqg.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/1qZPUqg.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OurEjck.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OurEjck.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="3fZJdHI.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/3fZJdHI.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="dXZgVBd.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/dXZgVBd.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OurEjck.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OurEjck.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="whYQSk1.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/whYQSk1.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="pmzUQMA.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/pmzUQMA.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OurEjck.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OurEjck.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="YLcFh2I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YLcFh2I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="VGqMWff.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VGqMWff.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A pretty rough and tumble match which sees all four teams control a portion of it but the Outlaws show themselves to be both crafty and devious. As Billy Gunn is being throttled by Kurrigan and looks to be out of it, Road Dogg calls Kurrigan over and when the big man responds he quickly tags himself in and makes the pinfall…on his own partner. The referee makes the count of the unusual pairing of legal men and hits a three count before anyone else figures out what’s happening. Winner by Pinfall and new #1 Contenders: New Age Outlaws Grade: 67</div></blockquote> <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="ix6cVW0.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ix6cVW0.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="9IQREL9.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/9IQREL9.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Michael Cole is standing by with Owen Hart. Hart says he’s the sole surviving Hart in the WWF for a reason. He had his chance to leave but he wants revenge. His heart is black with hatred for DX and he doesn’t care about their threats. He’s quickly interrupted by security who tells him Vince McMahon has ordered him to be removed from the building for his own safety tonight. He looks annoyed but goes along with them. Grade: 76 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="9QqZws5.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/9QqZws5.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A replay from last night is shown of the end of the main event and then several slo-mo replays of Ken Shamrock falling just a few seconds behind Shawn Michaels got to the floor. Jim Ross tells us Shamrock sustained a knee injury and will be out of action for an unknown amount of time. Grade: 77 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="rrPX9e2.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rrPX9e2.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="GDGiR58.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GDGiR58.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="DjHTPUb.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/DjHTPUb.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="FpQi1gV.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/FpQi1gV.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="ROml6wX.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ROml6wX.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> DX is backstage when Commissioner Slaughter comes up. He congratulates Michaels on his victory last night but says he’s due to defend his European championship. So tonight it will be a triple threat when he defends it against two men who had big victories last night too: Goldust and Mankind. When he leaves Michaels looks ready to pull his hair out. Grade: 81 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div> <img alt="vG2xh4U.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/vG2xh4U.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OurEjck.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OurEjck.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="QlKHMkd.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/QlKHMkd.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A matchup of two powerhouses, Ahmed lays into Kane with everything he has but every time Kane sits up after a moment. Johnson begins to grow frustrated and makes a mistake, allowing Kane to floor him with an uppercut, then he takes over the match, following instructions from Paul Bearer on the outside. Climbing to the top he flies off with a massive clothesline before scooping Johnson up like a child and delivers a Tombstone for the win. Winner by Pinfall: Kane Grade:79</div></blockquote> <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="4DHjTz0.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/4DHjTz0.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Following the match Paul Bearer gets in the ring and says that all last night proved was that the Undertaker is a coward. He won't fight his brother face to face but he'll cheap shot him at a moment's notice but what else should we expect from someone who murdered his parents and burned his brother. Someday Undertaker when that bell sounds you'll meet your demise at the hands of Kane! Grade: 81 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="eGPagpa.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/eGPagpa.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="IEDelWf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/IEDelWf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="RYdUSvF.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/RYdUSvF.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> We see three directors chairs with Luna, Goldust, and Marlena sitting with their backs to the camera. Luna's looks like its almost been set on fire, Marlena's looks pristenely golden, and Goldust's is a mixture of the two. Goldust begins reciting "Today, I consider myself the luckiest man on the face of the earth, Gary Cooper, Pride of the Yankees, 1942." He goes on to remark that its true you don't know what you have until you lose it. Now he's regained the lost part of himself but it isn't who he is entirely. No, there are two sides to the coin. There is flawless beauty (he turns to Marlena) and flawless entropy (he turns to Luna). Now he is whole and everyone in the World Wrestling Federation will learn to never forget the name of......"Goldust!" Luna shrieks out in her raspy voice. Grade: 62 <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="NZUOvC7.png" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/NZUOvC7.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WeUhyfKElUI" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WeUhyfKElUI</a> </div> Jeff Jarrett and Jim Cornette are in the ring and they call out anyone in the back who has the guts to step in the ring with the greatest wrestler in the world. <iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/LkBh-j-T9QI?rel=0" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/LkBh-j-T9QI?rel=0"</a> frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div> <img alt="8PABBv9.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/8PABBv9.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OurEjck.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OurEjck.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="hRtvwpa.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/hRtvwpa.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Jarrett's opponent catches both himself and Cornette off guard but the fans definitely know who this guy is and if nothing else Van Dam is constant energy and action. Where Jarrett wants to slow things down and be methodical in his wrestling, Van Dam's offense is undeterred motion and he even gets a two count following a rolling senton. Jarrett however takes control with a cheap shot hidden from the ref and goes to work on Van Dam, finally his Reverse Russian Leg Sweep for the victory. Winner by Pinfall: Jeff Jarrett Grade: 71</div></blockquote> <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="AOanEQS.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/AOanEQS.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> After the match Cornette gets on the mic at ringside and runs down Van Dam and his 'bingo hall cronies who wouldn't know a wristlock from a wristwatch.' The duo leave but young Van Dam has made an impression. Grade: 60 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="D5L9Q0A.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/D5L9Q0A.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="jpGiFf5.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/jpGiFf5.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="iYCbZUE.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/iYCbZUE.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="AwLQevZ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/AwLQevZ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Backstage in the Nation's dressing room the Rock wants to know why they didn't help him last night as he planned and Farooq says that's exactly it. His plan. The Nation only listens to Farooq and if the Rock wants to continue as a member he'll do just that and know his role. Tonight they face the DOA in a six man tag and the Rock isn't going to be a part of it. No, he's going to sit his ass down like a good little boy and watch men handle their business. Farooq is the first one out with the Rock bringing up the rear and by the look on his face he's not too happy. Grade: 70 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div> <img alt="FOI4Dmr.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/FOI4Dmr.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="zcHPPTR.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/zcHPPTR.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="t6ekaFs.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/t6ekaFs.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OurEjck.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OurEjck.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="jpGiFf5.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/jpGiFf5.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="iYCbZUE.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/iYCbZUE.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="AwLQevZ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/AwLQevZ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Standard brawling type match. The Rock does as instructed and sits ringside, staying out of the affair as if he's in time-out. The Nation uses good teamwork to gain the advantage and they never get it back, with the finish coming when Farooq hits the Dominator on Skull for the win. Winner by Pinfall: Farooq, Kama, and D'Lo Brown Grade: 63</div></blockquote> <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="D5L9Q0A.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/D5L9Q0A.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="jpGiFf5.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/jpGiFf5.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="iYCbZUE.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/iYCbZUE.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="AwLQevZ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/AwLQevZ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> After the match the Rock is called into the ring and the Nation gives their salute but the Rock's is late in delivering it and its clear his heart isn't in it tonight. Grade: 73 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="ix6cVW0.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ix6cVW0.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="5bJ1Ac1.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5bJ1Ac1.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Backstage Michael Cole introduces Stone Cold Steve Austin but the Intercontinental champ throws Cole out of the picture. He says that last night he settled all doubt in kicking the hell out of the Rock and tonight he wants to whip someone’s ass. So anyone, any time, step right up and get fu….suddenly Patterson and Brisco show up, waving their arms. <img alt="B13ZKIH.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/B13ZKIH.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="1SVtqnJ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/1SVtqnJ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Patterson says Austin can’t say that. Brisco says Austin is out of control. Austin seems to take their words to heart and says that he wants to thank them both because now he’s got two asses to whip! Before they can reach Austin launches himself at both of them. Stomping Patterson, then grabbing Brisco and throwing him over a table, before flipping off Patterson and hitting a stunner. He looks around at his carnage and smiles, before telling them to say hi to Vince and walking off. All we hear is both of them groaning off camera. Grade: 90 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="Juax5CP.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Juax5CP.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="ghAO1vg.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ghAO1vg.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Jim Ross and Jerry Lawler talk up the next big WWF Event, the Royal Rumble coming next month, live on Pay Per View <img alt="OahGj0w.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OahGj0w.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Grade: 88 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="rrPX9e2.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rrPX9e2.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> It's time for the main event but Shawn Michaels walks down to the ring and its clear he's not in his ring gear. He walks up to Commissioner Slaughter who's standing in the ring and smirks while chomping on his gum. When Slaughter reaches for the belt , Michaels drops it at his feet, steps back, and gives him a crotch chop. Before Slaughter can say anything, Michaels dumps out of the ring and takes a seat ringside, telling Ross and Lawler he's the WWF Champion and nobody tells him what to do, so Slaughter can take the European championship and suck it. Grade: 75 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div> <img alt="IEDelWf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/IEDelWf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OurEjck.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OurEjck.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="LGl8Bm5.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/LGl8Bm5.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Goldust jumps Mankind before the bell rings and the match spills to the outside where Mankind's unusual tactics give him the advantage. When they get back in the ring, Luna grabs Mankind's leg, distracting him enough that Goldust is able to hit a running knee in the back followed by a swinging neckbreaker. Mankind fights back, almost getting the Mandible Claw on Goldust but Goldust fights it off, and gets behind Mankind, driving a knee into his lower back then hitting the Curtain Call. That, along with his feet on the second rope, give him the win and the title. Winner by Pinfall and new WWF European Champion: Goldust Grade: 84</div></blockquote> <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Goldust rolls out of the ring, celebrating his win and Michals continues to look smug when someone comes from behind the announcers and attacks him. They're in a hooded sweatshirt but we quickly see it's Owen Hart! <img alt="9IQREL9.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/9IQREL9.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Hart pummels Michaels, banging him off the announcer's table, and the ring post, busting him open. <img alt="GDGiR58.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GDGiR58.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="DjHTPUb.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/DjHTPUb.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="FpQi1gV.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/FpQi1gV.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Suddenly as DX arrives, Hart jumps off Michaels and back into the crowd. Michaels is down, bleeding, and looks stunned and Hart wears a big smile. Grade: 82 Overall: 85

Kimberly · October 19, 2017

<div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="hqdefault.jpg" data-src="https://i.ytimg.com/vi/KASDUA7LUbg/hqdefault.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> WCW Monday Nitro - Episode 117 Monday Week 2, December 1997 - Buffalo, New York </div> [Nitro opens to a black screen and we can hear commotion and the fans cheering. The screen comes on and we see a wild brawl between members of WCW and the nWo and it is everywhere. Flair has Hennig on the announce desk and hes beating his ass. DDP, the Steiners are fighting with the Outsiders and Syxx. As the chaos reigns, more WCW stars come out and soon the nWo is out numbered. Conspicious by his absence is Hollywood Hogan as WCW takes control of the area and we follow as the stars of WCW slowly beat the nWo back and out of the arena. From the rafters we can see Sting is there and he is watching as WCW fights back. Tony, Larry & Mike finally get to the announce table and says, WCW has taken control of this show and Nitro will be back after this brief time out to start the show.] Grade: 81 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ [Nitro returns to its usual opening theme package and the pyro as the crowd comes alive. Instead of going to the announcers, we go directly to <iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/M_ZWmjFdHoI" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/M_ZWmjFdHoI"</a> frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> Flair comes out to the ring and says that tonight WCW has fought back. He talks about the beat down last week and how he couldn't help but hear Eric Bischoff say that it was for Hollywood Hogan. Flair says that in 20 days he gets Hennig in a cage and tonight he will team with Diamond Dallas Page against the two men that started this nWo crap, Hall & Nash. But Hogan? Next week we are in The Nature Boy's hometown - Charlotte, North Carolina. Hennig will get his at Starrcade but next week? The Nature Boy is calling Hollywood out for a fight. The nWo wants to jump on WCW and do it in Hollywood's name? Well, Charlotte is where the nWo begins to die....WOOOOOO. The crowd cheers as Flair heads to the back and we have our first match on a wild and crazy Nitro.] Grade: 76 ============================ <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Match #1: The Blue Bloods vs The Steiner Brothers Great back and forth tag team battle in a non title match. During the match we get a promo's on the screen by both Harlem Heat with Jacquelyn & The Faces of Fear with Jimmy Hart promoting the Triangle Tag Team Title Match at Starrcade. The finish comes when Steven Regal goes for the Regal Stretch on Scott but Rick bounces off the ropes and hits him with a Steiner Line for the 3 count. Winners: The Steiner Brothers Grade: 72 ] </div></blockquote> ============================ [A video is aired of some of Goldberg's moments so far in his career on Nitro. DA MAN will be in action on Nitro after this short time out. ] Grade: 75 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ [Nitro returns and we see video of Scott Hall challenging Bret Hart for Starrcade. We are told that the Hitman is here and later tonight he will respond to Hall's challenge, Live on Nitro.] Grade: 75 ============================ <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Match #2: Guido vs Goldberg This is the WCW debut of Guido (James Maritato aka Little Guido from ECW) and unfortunately for him it is against Goldberg. Guido is no match for Goldberg who has this locked up and over with in just over a minute. The streak continues. Winner: Goldberg Grade: 46 ] </div></blockquote> ============================ [We go to a interview conducted by Mike Tenay at the home of The Giant. The Giant shows a cast over his right hand and says that is the result of Kevin Nash smashing his hand with a baseball bat last week. But Nash messed up because he didn’t get the job done. If you want to take down a real life fire breathing Giant, you better put a bullet in his head. Nash did not do that and so what is left is a wounded but pissed off animal. And that animal is coming squarely for Kevin Nash. The WCW Executive Committee has informed the Giant that Kevin Nash is contractually obligated to fight at Starrcade and they have granted The Giant’s wish to be the one to tear him apart. Nash didn’t get the job done but come Starrcade, the Giant will. His gun is loaded, Nash is in his sights… “and Kevin…I won’t miss.” Grade: 79 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ <iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/0QIuThY0VX4" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/0QIuThY0VX4"</a> frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> Grade: 61 ============================ [When Nitro returns, Tony Schiavone is in the ring with a man in a suit and with J.J. Dillon. JJ tells Tony that he needs Eric Bischoff to come out to the ring right now. Bischoff’s music hits and Eric comes out and he bad mouths JJ saying he doesn’t have the authority to call him out. JJ agrees but says Eric wants to hear this right now. Bischoff notices the man in the suit and says “who the hell are you?” The man says his name is Chester Walther and he is the attorney for Gene Okerlund. In his hands is the motion that he will file on behalf of Mr. Okerlund tomorrow morning in the Municipal Court of Atlanta. This motion is a lawsuit against Turner Broadcasting System, Time Warner, World Championship Wrestling, Ted Turner, Larry Pfohl otherwise known as Lex Luger and Eric Bischoff in the amount of $100 million. This lawsuit will be filed to rectify emotional and physical damages from the assault of Mr. Okerlund by Mr. Pfohl as a result of the un-safe working environment of World Championship Wrestling, conditions allowed by its President – Eric Bischoff. Before Bischoff can respond, Larry Zbyszko gets up from the announce booth and walks to the ring. He tells Eric to calm down, WCW and Bischoff and everyone else does not need to be sued because Larry has spoken to Gene and an agreement has been reached where Gene will not go through with this lawsuit if Eric agrees to Larry’s challenge for Starrcade. The lawyer confirms that against his advice and counsel, Gene has decided that so long as Eric faces Mr. Zbyszko at Starrcade, Mr. Okerlund will not file this suit. Eric is pained and furious but says that he has no choice so, yes he will agree to the match. However, Eric wants one stipulation. Larry laughs and says “anything” and Eric says – he will agree to this match but when he wins…the nWo gets full control and ownership of WCW Monday Nitro. Larry says yes but JJ says that is not Larry’s decision and that he can’t possibly give an answer to that question without talking to the WCW Executive Committee. All parties agree to a one week delay. The executive committee will either authorize Eric vs Larry with Nitro on the line at Starrcade or the lawsuit will move forward. JJ promises to have an answer in seven days, Live from Charlotte. Tony takes us to commercial. Grade: 53 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Match #3: Matt Hardy vs Eddie Guerrero for the WCW Cruiserweight Title A back and forth match early and Matt gets some good offense in which stuns the champ. But soon, Eddie has taken control and he chops Matt in the corner screaming “this is for you, Rey” each time he does. He hits the 3 Amigo’s triple suplex and the Frog Splash and it’s another successful title defense. Winner and still WCW Cruiserweight Champion: Eddie Guerrero Grade: 61 [Following the match, Eddie gets on the microphone and runs down Rey. He talks about how no one has seen him in over a month and how Rey’s been hobbling around on one knee in Tijuana drinking Tequila to mask the pain while Eddie has been showing the world what a real champion is made of. As he does this, the crowd comes to life because Rey Mysterio walks out to the ring from the back. Eddie doesn’t see him as Rey gets into the ring and fake hobbles around on one leg before tapping Eddie on his shoulder. Eddie turns around and turns white as a ghost as Rey is on him with rights and lefts and clothesline’s Eddie over the ropes. Rey climbs up top and leaps off in a cross body block and beats the hell out of the champion. Referees arrive and Rey is finally peeled off as Eddie crawls away.] Grade: 49 </div></blockquote> ============================ [The Nitro Girls are at the Nitro entrance set doing a routine to take us into commercial break. Suddenly, Elizabeth runs out from the back and blasts Kimberly from behind. She kicks at her on the ground as the Nitro girls run away. This brings out Savage who grabs a hold of Kimberly by the hair and appears ready to punch her in the face while Elizabeth laughs. DDP races from the back, jumping over the announce desk, to go after Savage who shoves Kimberly into Page and he and Elizabeth take off into the stands and run away. Page checks on his terrified wife as Nitro goes to a commercial break.] Grade: 66 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ [Nitro returns to DDP in the ring screaming for Savage. He says he knows that Savage hasnt left the building and he wants him now. Savage and Elizabeth have returned but they are high up into the crowd and Savage mockingly asks how Kimberly is and tells Page to focus on the Outsiders later tonight. Savage told Page this ain't over and it will never be over. DDP agrees that this won't ever be over...so long as they’re both around here. So lets fix that. Starrcade....Savage....Page...Career for Career. Elizabeth laughs and shakes her head no but Savage says that’s cool with him. Elizabeth looks like she's seen a ghost as Savage says this place ain't big enough for the both of them. At Staircase someone's gotta go and Page, get ready to say goodbye. Page tells Savage at Starrcade he will feel...the...BANG. Career for Career is on.] Grade: 75 ============================ [We are told that Hollywood Hulk Hogan will kick off Hour #2 when Nitro returns LIVE on TNT.] Grade: 75 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ <iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/o6Qh1NQcYoQ" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/o6Qh1NQcYoQ"</a> frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> Hollywood Hogan comes out to the ring with Eric bowing to him all the way. Hogan asks the crowd can they feel it in the air? The sense of inevitability has to be overtaking everyone because in just under three weeks, WCW will see their big hero die. Earlier tonight WCW took cheap shots against the nWo but did you see Sting? No, you did not. He hid in the rafters because he has no spine. The fact is he don’t want none of Hollywood and Eric Bischoff says that Sting’s representatives have been begging WCW to let him out of this match because he’s yellow from head to toe. But Sting there is no getting out of this match at Starrcade…Hollywood Hogan is going to rip Sting from post to post. He’s gonna bounce his skinny butt all over the Nation’s Capital and when he’s done, there will be nothing left of Sting. And now on to Ric Flair, Hollywood has spoken to Curt Hennig and he has given Hollywood permission to commence the retirement party for Flair just a few weeks early. Flair wants Hogan in Charlotte, that’s cool with the nWo. What’s gonna happen is real simple, next week, Hollywood will take Ric Flair apart but he will leave just enough left for Curt to bury inside the Steel Cage at Starrcade. And once Sting falls to Hollywood and Ric Flair falls to Perfection and the Macho Man retires DDP, what will WCW have left? Nothing. And then the era of the New World Order will really begin. Hogan and Bischoff pose and leave the ring gloating. Hogan vs Flair is on for next week in Charlotte.] Grade: 84 ============================ [This week’s Starrcade Moment is Sting vs Vader from Starrcade 1992 BattleBowl. Starrcade is only 20 days away, LIVE on Pay Per View.] Grade: 76 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ [Nitro returns and Chris Jericho, Dean Malenko & Chris Benoit are in the ring. Jericho says that they are united and that someone needed to stand up to Raven and his pack of misfits. These three men have chosen to be that force for what’s right and they have a challenge for Raven. At Starrcade, Jericho/Benoit/Malenko vs any three of Raven’s flock and it can even be in a Raven’s Rules match. It’s time for Raven to man up. Benoit and Malenko leave the ring but stay at ringside as Jericho prepares to fight this next match.] Grade: 55 <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Match #4 Chris Jericho vs Van Hammer Benoit and Malenko are at ringside with Jericho as he takes on the returning Van Hammer. This is a decent back and forth encounter but just as Jericho starts to get the advantage, Raven who is still in Piper’s kilt, and his Flock jump over the barricade. They start attacking Benoit and Malenko which distracts the referee. Raven is allowed to sneak in behind Jericho and drop him with a DDT. Hammer takes advantage of the situation and makes the cover and the referee turns around to count, 1…2…3. Winner: Van Hammer Grade: 60 <a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Grade: 47</a></div></blockquote><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> [The announcers remind us that still to come tonight is our main event: Diamond Dallas Page & Nature Boy Ric Flair vs The Outsiders and coming still to come, Bret Hart responds to Scott Hall. ]</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Grade: 78</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><div style="text-align:center;"><a rel="">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</a></div><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><a rel="">Match #5 Juventud Guerrera vs Syxx </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> A terrific bout of back and forth action that spans a commercial break, the finish comes when Juvie misses the 450 and that allows Syxx to lock in the BuzzKiller and Juvie has no choice but to tap out.</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Winner: Syxx</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Grade: 63</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> [syxx gets on the mic and tells Bret Hart that he better be smart and tell Scott Hall no because if he does say yes, the nWo is gonna smoke him like a big fatty and make him crawl back to the WWF begging for Vince’s forgiveness. </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Grade: 67</a></div></blockquote><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><div style="text-align:center;"><a rel="">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</a></div><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> <iframe width="560" height="315" src="</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/2lRgaz6zgkg" rel="external nofollow"></a><a rel="">https://www.youtube.com/embed/2lRgaz6zgkg"</a><a rel=""> frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe></a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Grade: 77</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> [bret’s music hits as Buffalo comes alive. The Hitman comes out to a chorus of cheers and he slaps the fans hands when he comes down to the ring. He gets in the ring and he says that the course of his life has changed a lot over the last 14 months. Fourteen months ago the Hitman had a choice to make and to be quite frank, he made the wrong choice. Instead of coming here to WCW in October of 1996, Bret Hart chose loyalty to a parasite over what would’ve been the right career move. He chose to believe the word of a promoter who had duped people time and time again and spit them out when he was done with them and in doing so allowed a disease to infect not just the promotion up north but it infected WCW. That infection here manifests itself in the Wolfpac: Kevin Nash, Scott Hall and their loud mouth stoner friend, Syxx. Had the Hitman made a better choice, WCW never would’ve had to endure what Hart endured for years in New York when these bozos were running around up there. </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> But perhaps this is the chance to rectify past mistakes because the Hitman is here in WCW now. He is here on a mission and it is to rid WCW of the cancer that is those three losers. He is here to defend honor and tradition and what’s good about professional wrestling. He is here to be a hero to his fans and fight for what’s right and that starts at Starrcade and it starts with Scott Hall. </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> The Hitman accepts his challenge but this crusade will not end in Washington, D.C. It will not end until WCW is free of this cancer and Hall can guarantee that he will be Excellently Executed by the Best There Is, The Best There Was and The Best That There Ever Will Be. ]</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> The main event is next, LIVE on TNT.</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Grade: 80</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><div style="text-align:center;"><a rel="">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</a></div><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><a rel="">Match #6: Ric Flair & Diamond Dallas Page vs The Outsiders</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> Early on DDP & Flair have Nash and Hall running and they are all over The Outsiders. But soon Page is cut off by Nash and Hall who take turns trying to take Page apart while Flair tries to get into the ring. Each time he almost makes the save, the ref misses the tag. Eventually Hall goes for the Outsider’s Edge but Page reverses it into the Diamond Cutter and Hall and Page crawl to their partners. They each tag in and Flair ducks under a Nash boot and chops the hell out of Kevin while kicking the big man in the knee and thigh area. Flair finally gets him down and goes for the Figure Four but Hall hits him from behind. DDP is back in and he and Hall brawl to the floor while Nash prepares to jacknife Nash, but Ric drops down and low blows him with an uppercut and locks on the figure four. This brings out Hennig and Savage and the rest of the nWo and the referee has no choice but to disqualify Hall & Nash.</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Winners by Disqualification: Ric Flair & Diamond Dallas Page</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Grade: 76</a><a rel=""> </a></div></blockquote><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> [The nWo begin to take apart DDP & Flair when the Steiners and Harlem Heat and a couple other WCW stars run out and join the fight. Soon, Hogan is out as well and it is WCW vs the nWo again. As it looks like the nWo might get the advantage….</a><a rel="">Sting</a><a rel=""> drops down from the rafters and helps WCW lay waste to everyone. Hogan and Bischoff start backing up the aisle and don’t see Bret Hart come out from the back. Bischoff realizes it first and Hart decks Eric as Hogan turns around. Hogan begs off but Bret grabs a hold of him and throws him back into the ring…right at the feet of Sting. The rest of WCW keeps the nWo out of the ring as Hogan slowly gets to his feet and is met with lefts and rights by Sting. He throws Hogan into the corner and hits the Stinger Splash before locking in the Scorpion Deathlock. As the brawl wages on, the last image of Nitro is Hollywood Hogan locked in the Deathlock tapping out and screaming for his life as Nitro goes off the air.]</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Grade: 81</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Final Grade: 77</a>

Kimberly · October 21, 2017

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WCW Saturday Night

Saturday Week 2, December, 1997 – Burt Khan Court– Hamden, Connecticut

* Hype Video of Goldberg

*Goldberg def Alex Wright

*Fit Finlay def Evan Karagais

*Hype Video of Rey & Eddie

*The Faces of Fear def Matt & Jeff Hardy

*Bret-Hall recap from Nitro

*Video look at the Steiners

*Jushin Liger def La Parka

*Diamond Dallas Page def Steven Regal

Show Grade: 60</div>

Pipers Pit · October 21, 2017

<div style="text-align:center;">December 1997 Week 2 <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="GMMzdQl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GMMzdQl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Chainz def. The Sultan The Truth Commission def. Los Boricuas Vader def. Steve Blackman</div><div style="text-align:center;"></div><div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="gsellYu.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/gsellYu.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> The Godwinns def. The New Blackjacks Kama def. The Patriot Ahmed Johnson def. Marc Mero</div></blockquote></div>

Kimberly · October 22, 2017

WWF:

*WWF released announcer Kevin Kelly this week. Jim Cornette will assume his color commentary duties for Heat and Shotgun Saturday Night.

*A big announcement is coming this Monday night regarding a special television event to be held later this month.

*Roddy Piper isn’t likely to be on-air very much and will be used more as he was during In Your House.

*It is assumed several new performers will be debuting on WWF television ahead of the Royal Rumble.

*Shawn Michaels has been actively turning the locker room against Owen Hart I hopes he’ll go join his brother in WCW according to sources.

*At In Your House, Vader broke his toe, and the injury seen to Ken Shamrock was legit as he injured his left knee though the severity is unknown. It must not be too bad however as Shamrock informed WWF he wishes to take an MMA fight in the near future which may put his Wrestlemania availability in jeopardy.

*Barry Windham tweeked his hamstring during the Blackjacks tag match on Heat. There are rumors of the team breaking up as well.

*In Your House: D-Generation X scored a 1.35 buyrate including 540,308 buys.

*In reaction to WCW’s in-house developmental territory, WWF is looking to follow suit in some way.

WCW:

*Raw once again beat Nitro in overall viewers this week but WCW is not panicking. They feel the discrepancy is due to the WWF having more television clearances internationally than WCW. Time Warner has blocked recent efforts from WCW to expand onto potential competitors networks overseas. Eric Bischoff is said to be very frustrated with the lack of Time Warner's penetration into the oversea's market and handcuffing WCW from expanding.

*Starrcade looks to be a legitimate sellout in two weeks from the brand new MCI Center in Washington, D.C.

*WCW will run another "Road to Starrcade" super-house show this Saturday from the Cow Palace in San Francisco, California which is also the site of SuperBrawl in February. The show will be headlined by Ric Flair vs Randy Savage.

*Bret Hart is not expected to perform in the ring for WCW until Starrcade where he will make his in ring debut against Scott Hall.

*WCW recently told the city of Sturgis, South Dakota that they will not be returning to the annual Sturgis bike gathering this August for Road Wild. No word on if the pay per view itself is cancelled or if they will hold it in a different location.

*WCW Spring Break Out 98 will originate on Monday Week 3 in March of 1998 from Panama City Beach, Florida with a Live Nitro at Club La Vela. Tickets will go on sale in January.

*WCW has met with representatives from multiple cities to be the host city for Starrcade 98. That event will air next December and will be the 15th anniversary of the "Grandaddy of Them All".

*WCW will be evaluating their broadcast teams after Starrcade.

ECW:

*Many are wondering how long ECW can hold on. Though still fiscally viable they were the target of both major companies this week in a series of top name talent acquisitions. WWF & WCW seemed to be trying to out do each other in raids on the little promotion that could.

Ratings:

Nitro 16.33 (12,252,920 viewers)
RAW 16.66 (12,499,360 viewers)

Kimberly · October 22, 2017

Pipers Pit · October 22, 2017

Kimberly · October 25, 2017

<div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="hqdefault.jpg" data-src="https://i.ytimg.com/vi/KASDUA7LUbg/hqdefault.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> WCW Monday Nitro - Episode 118 Monday Week 3, December 1997 - Independence Arena, Charlotte, North Carolina - *SOLD OUT* </div> [Nitro opens up to a recap video of Flair’s challenge for Charlotte and Hogan accepting and the final brawl that saw Hollywood Hogan tapping out in the Scorpion Deathlock from Sting.] Grade: 81 ============================ [The broadcast cuts to the Monday Nitro opening graphics package and then inside Charlotte’s Independence Arena as the pyro shoots off and WCW Monday Nitro is on the air just 13 days away from Starrcade 97. Tony Schiavone is in the ring and he is with James J Dillon of the WCW Executive Committee. JJ says that the WCW Executive Committee has met for most of the last week in consideration of the proposal by Eric Bischoff that the only way he will agree to face Larry Zbyszko at Starrcade is for WCW to put Nitro on the line. The executive committee is not happy that the company is put in this situation. JJ is not happy that this is a choice they have to make. But he has spoken with Larry Zbyszko who has asked JJ to trust him and give him this chance (the camera pans to Larry watching who simply nods and says “trust me, JJ”) so the WCW Executive Committee has decided….the answer to Bischoff’s request….is….approved. At Starrcade Larry Zbyszko will go one-on-one with Eric Bischoff and the winner of the match will own Monday Nitro going forward. JJ says WCW is placing its faith and trust in Larry and he can only hope that it is a trust well placed. ] Grade: 58 ============================ [Mike & Larry applaud the decision and announce that when Nitro returns Diamond Dallas Page will be in action LIVE from Charlotte. Stay with us, Nitro is off to a hot start.] Grade: 81 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ <iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/2lRgaz6zgkg" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/2lRgaz6zgkg"</a> frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> Grade: 77 ============================ [Nitro returns and we are told that we are going backstage to the locker room area where there is chaos. A camera man runs up to a scene where we see Diamond Dallas Page unconscious with officials all around him. He has been spray painted “nWo” on his back and a Macho Man nWo shirt is lying nearby. We are told that WCW officials are scrambling to put together a match right now as the camera stays on Page. Kimberly has joined him and she is in tears as he is loaded onto a back board and taken to a waiting ambulance. She boards it with him and the ambulance drives off into the Charlotte night.] Grade: 77 ============================ <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Match #1 (Impromptu): Ultimo Dragon vs Jeff Hardy For the first time since the Hardy Brothers have made their WCW debut, Jeff Hardy gets a strong showing in this match. He and Dragon have a back and forth encounter that has a lot of high flying spots before Jeff missis a suicide dive onto the floor and crashes hard to the outside mats. Ultimo rolls him back into the ring and hits a top rope leg drop and locks in the Dragon Sleeper for the submission victory. Winner: Ultimo Dragon Grade: 54 </div></blockquote> ============================ [We get a special look at Harlem Heat vs The Faces of Fear and the WCW Tag Team Champions, The Steiner Brothers. We are told that The Steiner Brothers will face Harlem Heat in a non-title preview match when Monday Nitro returns. ] Grade: 54 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ [Nitro returns to a nWo paid commercial where Scott Hall & Syxx mock Bret Hart. They mock his belief that he is a super hero, they mock that he is from Canada, they even mock his accent and the accent of his wife. Hall tells Bret that he made the worst mistake of his life joining WCW and that in two weeks at Starrcade his career will end and he can crawl back to Canada and eat some maple syrup or something because Scott Hall, Syxx & The Wolfpac are just….2…..sweet. The video ends with “this preceding announcement has paid for by the New World Order.”] Grade: 78 ============================ <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Match #2: Harlem Heat vs The Steiner Brothers – Non Title The story of this match is Rick Steiner and Scott Steiner trying to use their power and suplex Harlem Heat while the Heat try to separate one of the brothers from the other. The tide turns when Jacquelyn distracts Scotty and that allows Stevie Ray to drill him from behind and the two brawl and end up on the floor. Jacquelyn gets back on the apron and tries to smack Rick Steiner but he blocks it and kisses her which she sells by flailing around. When she falls off the ring, Rick turns around and eats an Axe-Kick by Booker T. He covers Rick Steiner for the 1..2..3. Winners: Harlem Heat Following the win, Harlem Heat & Jacquelyn head up the aisle gloating that they got one over on the champs while the Steiners fume in the ring. Grade: 73 ] </div></blockquote> ============================ [The announcers take us back to last week when Rey Mysterio Jr. returned to WCW and attacked Eddie Guerrero. We are told that the WCW Executive Committee has authorized a match between Eddie Guerrero vs Rey Mysterio Jr. for the WCW Cruiserweight Championship at Starrcade and it will be a ladder match that will finally cap off their 17 month feud. Rey Mysterio Jr takes on Jushin Thunder Liger when Monday Nitro returns. Grade: 56 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Match #3: Rey Mysterio Jr. vs Jushin Thunder Liger This is a high flying and fast paced match that goes during a commercial break. Just as Nitro comes out of the commercial, Rey jumps on the ropes and goes for the Hurricanrana but his knee is tweaked and he falls to the mat. Jushin starts working on the knee with a half Boston crab and nearly gets a submission before he drops Rey with a brainbuster and goes up top for the top rope guillotine leg drop. Rey moves and Jushin crashes to the mat. Rey springboards to the top rope again and this time his knee holds as he hits the Hurricanrana for the 3 count. Winner: Rey Mysterio Jr. Grade: 61 [Following the match, Rey and Jushin shake hands and hug and while they do this, Eddie Guerrero runs out and kicks Rey in the back of his bad left knee. Jushin Liger tries to defend Rey but Eddie backdrops him over the ropes. Eddie levels Rey with punches on the ground and hits the Frog Splash. With Rey out, Eddie beats his fist across his chest and looks up before raising his Cruiserweight Title.] Grade: 54 </div></blockquote> ============================ [We go to a live shot of the announce booth where Tony, Mike & Larry put over the match that Rey just had with Liger and how despicable Eddie’s actions were. They then talk about the fact that Bret Hart is not here tonight and put over that Scott Hall will kick off Hour Number 2 when we retur…. Eric Bischoff has come out and he is walking over to the announce booth. He runs down Larry promising that in two weeks, live from the Georgia Dome, the world will see the birth of nWo Monday Nitro with Hollywood Hogan standing supreme. He tells Larry there is not a damned thing that he can do about it. Larry then takes off his headset and gets nose to nose with Eric who slaps him in the face before running toward the entrance set as Larry, furious, pursues. As Eric backs away up the ramp to the entrance way, Syxx, attacks Larry from behind. Soon Hall and Hennig and Nash are out and they all beat down Larry. With Bischoff giving direction, Nash flings Larry directly into the metal “WCW” set pieces and one of the W’s falls over. Nitro goes to commercial with officials running out to help the Living Legend while Syxx and Hall, laughing, go to the ring for their match. Grade: 63 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ [Nitro returns for hour #2 and we now see that Tony, Bobby & Mike have police surrounding their announce set after the nWo attacked Larry. Scott Hall is in the ring cutting a promo on Bret Hart and then calls for his opponent to come out and be the next victim.] Grade: 74 ============================ <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Match #4: Fit Finlay vs Scott Hall w/Syxx Finlay tries to fight valiantly and does so for a good bit but once it looks like Hall is in trouble, Syxx, provides a distraction and Hall is able to get in a cheap shot. Once that happens it is pretty much all Scott and soon Finlay is hit with the Outsiders Edge but instead of going for a pin, Scott locks in the Sharpshooter on Finlay and mocks Bret as Finlay has no choice but to tap out. Winner: Scott Hall Grade: 73 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ <iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/M_ZWmjFdHoI" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/M_ZWmjFdHoI"</a> frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> [Charlotte comes alive as their hometown boy comes to the ring. He is incensed as he grabs the microphone and begins ranting about the cowards that are in the nWo. He says “so that’s their game plan? Sneak attacks like a bunch of bitches? nWo, you take out Page. You take out the Living Legend. You know that Bret Hart is not here tonight. But you know what? The Nature Boy is still standing…and he’s not standing alone.” The Giant comes out with his right hand in a cast and walks down to the ring. He gets into the ring and grabs the mic and says that two weeks ago, Nash broke his hand with a baseball bat but that won’t stop him from destroying Kevin Nash in two weeks at Starrcade. Last week, WCW stood tall and instead of fighting like men, the nWo are taking out everyone one by one. Well tonight, Ric Flair fights Hollywood Hogan and The Giant will be guarding that backstage entrance to the Nitro set. If any member of the nWo tries to interfere in that match, their fate will be in the hands of a fire-breathing real life Giant. Flair laughs and says “you hear that Hogan? Hennig, I’ll get you in two weeks. Tonight? Wooooo! Tonight, Hogan? You’re mine in Charlotte. Wooooo!” Ric and The Giant high five and head to the back. ] Grade: 75 ============================ [The announcers show us a video clip of Raven’s recent terror over WCW – running Piper out of the company, destroying Disco and other opponents, and then we see Jericho/Benoit/Malenko standing up to them. Chris Benoit & Dean Malenko take on Saturn & Sick Boy from Raven’s Flock when Nitro returns.] Grade: 60 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ <iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Nb7NwD8X9Sg" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/Nb7NwD8X9Sg"</a> frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> Grade: 80 ============================ <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Match #5 Saturn & Sick Boy vs Chris Benoit & Dean Malenko Before the match, we see Raven and the rest of the Flock sitting at ringside. Lodi is dressed like a Scotsman clearly mocking Roddy Piper. Jericho is at ringside providing back up to Benoit & Malenko. The match starts off as even but soon Benoit & Malenko have isolated Sick Boy and are really taking him apart. With every chop and punch and high impact drop, they look squarely at Raven who is emotionless. Eventually Sick Boy makes the tag and Saturn is in and he and Benoit really go at it in a terrific match up. Sick Boy recovers and soon this is a brawl. Lodi jumps over the barricade but Jericho is there to meet him and that gets him attacked by Kidman. Inside the ring, Benoit nails the diving headbutt on Saturn while Sick Boy and Dean are brawling on the floor. The ref is distracted by Jericho and Lodi when Stevie Richards, making his WCW return, jumps the barricade and gets in from behind. Benoit doesnt see him as he spins him around and nails Benoit with the Stevie-kick. Saturn hits a Death Valley Driver as the ref turns around for the 3 count. Winners: Saturn & Sick Boy Grade: 67 <a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Grade: 42</a></div></blockquote><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> [Lee Marshall takes us to Baltimore which is home of next week's final Nitro before Starrcade. He is at a Nitro party at Johns Hopkins University proof that even future doctors are Nitro fans. He tells the fans that when they come to Baltimore next week, make sure they get some famous Maryland Crab Cakes at the Inner Harbor. But don't worry fans, those are made with real crabs instead of the alternative - pan-caked Weasel. </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> That's this week's 1-800-Collect Road Report - Monday Nitro Returns with Bill Goldberg in action, don't go anywhere.]</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Grade: 56</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><div style="text-align:center;"><a rel="">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</a></div><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><a rel="">Match #6 Prince Iaukea vs Bill Goldberg </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> Poor Prince Iaukea, we all know how this goes. Spear. Jackhammer. Another win for DA Man. </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Winner: Goldberg</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Grade: 46</a><a rel=""> </a></div></blockquote><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> [Tonight's "Starrcade Moment" is Starrcade 1993, the 10th Anniversary, from this very arena when The Nature Boy Ric Flair defeated Vader to win the WCW World Heavyweight Championship with Flair's carreer on the line. Starrcade is in 13 days LIVE and only on Pay-Per-View.]</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Grade: 68</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> [Ric Flair makes a grand entrance as the crowd comes alive. Pyro shoots off and there is a giant pop. The announcers tell us that we have to take our final commercial break. But when we return we will have the entrance of Hollywood Hulk Hogan and the main event LIVE on Nitro. Don't miss this. ]</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Grade: 78</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><div style="text-align:center;"><a rel="">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</a></div><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> [Nitro returns to Flair in the ring soaking in the praise of the fans. As he does so, Tony gets a panicked tone to his voice and says "Fans, we are being told something has gone down backstage again". The camera goes to just outside the main entrance part of the backstage area. We see The Giant is down and Nash is walking away with a baseball bat in his hands. He laughs and says "protect this". The Giant is out cold. The announcers are screaming that Ric is in jeopardy because he does not know that his back-up is out. He has walked into a trap.]</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Grade: 75</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><a rel="">Match #7: Ric Flair vs Hollywood Hulk Hogan</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> Early on Hogan is clearly confident as he realizes what has happened and Flair doesn't. Flair is also confident, giving the finger to Bischoff (who came out with Hogan) who just smirks. He and Hogan go into one of their classic confrontations as the announcers are terrified and Bobby keeps telling his assistant to go down and get word to Ric. Flair takes over for a good portion of the early match but soon, Hogan has control. He begins to assault Flair's head and neck area and really works on that. He throws Flair to the floor and slams him several times into the barricade. He tries to post Flair, but Ric reverses it and shoves Hogan into the ring post. He rolls Hogan in but Bischoff grabs Flair's foot and receives a stiff chop for his efforts. Back in the ring, Hogan nails Ric with a axehandle to the back and slams him. Soon he sends Ric into the ropes and hits the big boot. He goes for the leg drop but Ric is up and chops Hogan as he bounces off the ropes. He wrenches Hogan's knee and locks in the figure four. </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> This brings out Hennig who Flair decks. Syxx is also out and Flair decks him. Hall is out and grabs hold of Ric while Hogan charges but Flair moves out of the way and Hogan crashes into Hall. Ric rolls up Hollywood but Bischoff is distracting the referee. </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> Nash comes out and Flair never sees him and eats a big boot. Hogan hits the legdrop and Bischoff lets the referee see the cover...1..2..3.</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Winner: Hollywood Hulk Hogan</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Grade: 59</a><a rel=""> </a></div></blockquote><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">============================</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> [The nWo start trying to decimate Flair and really begin picking him apart. Harlem Heat comes out to save but they are soon taken out. Same too for the Steiners. Some more WCW stars come out and the nWo are battling. As this goes on, Sting, again drops from the rafters and gets into the ring and fights for WCW. Down goes Savage. Down goes Bischoff. Flair is back up and goes for Hennig but Flair gets taken down by Syxx and Nash. As Sting goes to help the Nature Boy, Hogan drills him from behind with his own bat that he lost in the mele. Sting falls to the ground and Hall hands Hogan a chair who proceeds to slam it over Sting's back each time he tries to get up. With Flair being assaulted in a corner, Nash and Hall hold Sting down as Hollywood nails the leg drop two times and covers Sting. Bischoff makes the count..1..2..3. </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> In perhaps the darkest night of the battle between WCW & the nWo, Sting is out and Flair and the rest of WCW are out while the nWo celebrates as Nitro goes off the air. ]</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Grade: 82</a><a rel=""> </a><a rel=""> </a><a rel="">Final Grade: 69</a></div></blockquote>

Pipers Pit · October 25, 2017

<div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="JBbmzI8.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/JBbmzI8.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a84XAkQziYo" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a84XAkQziYo</a></div> A video is shown highlighting last week’s episode of RAW focusing mainly on Shawn Michaels giving up his European Championship, how Goldust won it versus Mankind, and how Owen Hart attacked Michaels for the second time in twenty-four hours. Grade: 94 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="Juax5CP.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Juax5CP.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="ghAO1vg.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ghAO1vg.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Jim Ross and Jerry Lawler welcome the audience to the show and highlight how exciting it will be. In Non-Title action Stone Cold Steve Austin takes on Henry Godwinn, two members of the nation Kama And D’lo will take on the Headbangers, and in the main event Triple H versus the Undertaker in an In Your House rematch. Plus we’re told that Vince McMahon will have a major announcement. Grade: 76 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div> <img alt="VkAMf3m.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VkAMf3m.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OurEjck.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OurEjck.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="ZGhytNt.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZGhytNt.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Mero is very full of himself and pays the price early on when the veteran Vega takes him to task for it. It’s only a straight right hand from Mero, unseen by the referee, which turns the tables. Mero keeps the advantage, hitting an TKO a few minutes later for the win. Winner by Pinfall: Marc Mero Grade: 59 </div></blockquote> <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="VkAMf3m.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VkAMf3m.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Pn0OAQe.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Pn0OAQe.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Following his victory Mero quickly grows annoyed with Sable and the attention she’s getting from the crowd which he thinks should belong to him and grabs her by the arm, all but pulling her from the ring. Grade: 65 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="VQEtFWS.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VQEtFWS.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> We go to a vignette for Mark Henry, where we see him working out in the gym lifting incredible amounts of weights. He’s again referred to as the World’s Strongest Man and we’re told he’ll be arriving soon. Grade: 60 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="YtFobLO.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YtFobLO.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Backstage Vince McMahon is standing by in his office. He says that after much consideration he’s decided to bring back a staple of WWF programming, and he’s very happy to announce that in two weeks, live on the USA network, we’ll see the long anticipated return of Saturday Night’s Main Event! Grade: 77 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="1qZPUqg.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/1qZPUqg.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="mLSbjpc.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/mLSbjpc.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Backstage, we see the New Age Outlaws but they’re dressed up like the Legion of Doom with face paint and the spiked shoulder pads. Road Dogg does most of the talking referencing the LOD as dinosaurs several times and saying at Royal Rumble, they’re going to be known as the New Age Asteroids because they’re going to make sure the dinosaurs go extinct. Grade: 72 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div> <img alt="iYCbZUE.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/iYCbZUE.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="AwLQevZ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/AwLQevZ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OurEjck.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OurEjck.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="pmzUQMA.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/pmzUQMA.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="whYQSk1.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/whYQSk1.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The members of the Nation waste no time in seizing control of the match and tag often with Kama’s power singling out Mosh and D’lo keeping him in enemy territory. Kama sets up Thrasher with a running clothesline and then tags D’lo who hits a frogsplash for the win. Winners by Pinfall: D’Lo Brown and Kama Grade: 58 </div></blockquote> <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="8BFrnn1.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/8BFrnn1.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="YLcFh2I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YLcFh2I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="VGqMWff.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VGqMWff.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Backstage, the Jackal is berating Kurrgan for his ‘stupidity’ last week allowing the New Age Outlaws to win the fatal fourway tag match. He tells Kurrgan if it ever happens again he’ll have to deal with the Jackal himself. Grade: 55 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="ROml6wX.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ROml6wX.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="rrPX9e2.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rrPX9e2.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="GDGiR58.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GDGiR58.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="DjHTPUb.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/DjHTPUb.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="FpQi1gV.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/FpQi1gV.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> We’re then taken to Commissioner Slaughter’s office. DX enters and Michaels demands to know what Slaughter is going to do about Owen Hart. Slaughter says he’s thought about that and he’s decided that if Michaels wants revenge so bad he’ll have it in two weeks at Saturday Night’s Main Event when he defends the WWF Championship against Hart. But Triple H isn’t left out. That night he’ll have a match too. A Falls Count Anywhere match against Mankind. Grade: 73 <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="NZUOvC7.png" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/NZUOvC7.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WeUhyfKElUI" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WeUhyfKElUI</a> </div> <img alt="YtFobLO.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YtFobLO.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> As the War Zone begins, Vince McMahon comes down to the ring and says that the actions last week of Stone Cold Steve Austin are reprehensible and they will not happen again…. <img alt="5bJ1Ac1.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5bJ1Ac1.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> At the sound of breaking glass the crowd gets to their feet as Austin storms the ring, getting in McMahon’s face. The owner backs off some but tells Austin he expects more out of his champions. McMahon leaves the ring but while he’s still on the apron, Austin runs the ropes, knocking the owner to the ground. Austin smirks a little but McMahon is obviously infuriated. Officials keep him from going back into the ring for his own good. Grade: 88 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Non-Title Match <img alt="5bJ1Ac1.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5bJ1Ac1.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OurEjck.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OurEjck.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="aOWgySG.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/aOWgySG.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Austin goes right after Godwinn as soon as the bell rings, keeping on the pressure. Godwinn takes control half way through the match, getting a close two count but Austin gets a boot on the ropes. Godwinn makes a mistake however when he whips Austin into the ropes and telegraphs a backdrop. Austin stops, kicks him in the face, and then quickly in the stomach, putting him in perfection position for a Stone Cold Stunner. That gets the three count. Winner by Pinfall: Stone Cold Steve Austin Grade: 82 </div></blockquote> <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="5bJ1Ac1.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5bJ1Ac1.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Following the victory, Austin climbs the ropes and signals for a few beers to be thrown his way as he celebrates. Grade: 77 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="rrPX9e2.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rrPX9e2.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="GDGiR58.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GDGiR58.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="ix6cVW0.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ix6cVW0.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Backstage Shawn Michaels and Triple H are approached by Michael Cole. He asks them about Commissioner Slaughter’s announcements tonight. Michaels says that for once he agrees with one of Slaughter’s decisions. Owen Hart has been nothing but a coward but he’s going to walk into that ring as the champ and he’s walking out the champ and then Owen can head down south with the rest of the failed Harts. Triple H adds that after he takes care of the Undertaker tonight, he’ll beat Mankind within an inch of his life and then everyone will know that D-Generation X still rules the WWF. Grade: 87 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div> <img alt="YLcFh2I.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YLcFh2I.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="VGqMWff.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VGqMWff.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OurEjck.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OurEjck.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="3fZJdHI.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/3fZJdHI.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="dXZgVBd.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/dXZgVBd.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The Blackjacks seem to be on different pages throughout the match allowing the Truth Commission to keep control during the match, and Kurrgan puts it away with a big double handed chokeslam on Windham. Winners by Pinfall: The Truth Commission Grade: 42 </div></blockquote> <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="3fZJdHI.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/3fZJdHI.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="dXZgVBd.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/dXZgVBd.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> After the match, the Blackjacks break out into a very vocal argument, blaming each other for the loss and arguing all the way up the ramp. Grade: 37 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="IEDelWf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/IEDelWf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> We see Goldust sitting in the same director’s chair from last week, with his back to the camera. He’s watching a film replaying his European Championship victory against Mankind. When we see the three count, he turns to look over his shoulder. Half his face is painted the normal gold, the other half black, and he simply asks, ‘Who’s ready for a sequel?’ Grade: 61 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A promotional video is shown for next month’s Royal Rumble. <img alt="OahGj0w.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OahGj0w.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Grade: 88 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div> <img alt="GDGiR58.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GDGiR58.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OurEjck.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OurEjck.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="TIKf0Zl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/TIKf0Zl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The Undertaker seems to be looking over his shoulder in the opening minutes and that’s all Triple H needs to gain control as he works the Undertaker over. Chyna on the outside doesn’t help matters either as she never misses a chance to interfere and take a cheap shot but the Undertaker fights back, lighting up Triple H with strikes and pummeling him in the corner. The two men exchange close pinfalls but just as Triple H tries to hit a running knee lift, the Undertaker sidesteps, and scoops him up, delivering a Tombstone for the win. Winner by Pinfall: The Undertaker Grade: 97 </div></blockquote> <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="YtFobLO.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YtFobLO.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> We cut back to Vince McMahon’s office. He’s looking inside the door but we can’t see who he’s talking to, just that he’s looking up at them. He says that he’s a man of his word and if they do as he asks, they’ll have what they want. As the show ends, McMahon offers his hand to whomever with a big smile. Grade: 91 Overall: 91

Kimberly · October 27, 2017

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WCW Saturday Night

Saturday Week 3, December, 1997 – Summit County Arena Complex– Tallmadge, Ohio

* Saturn def Jushin Liger in a TV Title Match

*Hype Video Bret vs Hall

*Doug Furnas & Phil LaFon def La Parka & Guido

*Hype Video for Goldberg

*Chris Benoit def Fit Finlay

*Macho Man nWo promo on DDP

*Promo Vid on Sting/Hogan

*Curt Hennig def Chris Jericho in a US Title Match when Stevie Richards distracted Jericho allowing the Hennig - Plex

Show Grade: 70</div>

Kimberly · October 27, 2017

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WCW Road to Starrcade Live

Saturday Week 3, December, 1997 – Cow Palace- San Francisco, California - Sold Out

*Goldberg def Pit Bull I

Randy Savage comes out and cuts a promo on DDP and his match with Flair tonight

*Jushin Liger def Steven Regal

*Harlem Heat def Ice Train & John Nord

Eddie Guerrero in ring promo about Rey Mysterio Jr

*Non-Title Match: The Giant def Curt Hennig

*Rey Mysterio Jr def Juventud Guerrera

*The Faces of Fear & The Steiner Brothers end up in a Double Disqualification

Hollywood Hulk Hogan comes out to the entrance area and promises to call out Sting, no games & no nWo, Live this Monday on Nitro from Baltimore

*Randy Savage def Ric Flair when Curt Hennig interferes

Show Grade: 78 </div>

Pipers Pit · October 27, 2017

<div style="text-align:center;">December 1997 Week 3 <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="GMMzdQl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GMMzdQl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Too Cool (Brian Christopher and Scott Taylor) def. Kaientai (Sho Funaki and Taka Michinoku) Marc Mero def. The Patriot Triple H def. Bob Holly</div><div style="text-align:center;"></div><div></div></blockquote> <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><img alt="gsellYu.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/gsellYu.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><div style="text-align:center;"></div> The Sultan def. Savio Vega The Truth Commission def. The Headbangers Kane def. Chainz</div></blockquote></div>

Pipers Pit · October 28, 2017

WWF

*As noted last week, the WWF has responded to WCW’s development territory by creating two of its own, one located in New England and the other in the Southwest. They’ve actively been signing talent to fill them.

*The return of Saturday Night’s Main Event may turn into a reoccurring event if the show produces enough interest.

*Several sources backstage say that the first RAW of 1998 will have a “game changing” announcement.

*Several surprises are already lined up for the Royal Rumble.

*More than one WWF Superstar may be taken off TV in the near future to be repackaged.

*There is talk of WWF creating a new title to appropriate the hardcore style of ECW.

WCW

*There was alot of disappointment with Nitro this week. The feeling backstage was that Hogan and Flair just did not click and that it was a missed opportunity. Some are quietly wondering if it is time to phase out both legendary stars.

*WCW was very pleased with the reception as well as the attendance of the special house show from the Cow Palace in San Francisco. Flair & Savage tore the house down.

*Expect a sustained push for Chris Jericho in 1998.

*Pitbull II's days in WCW are already over. He showed up at an event this week high as a kite and was sent home. He had a bit of a reputation from his ECW days and that was enough for Eric Bischoff to give him his walking papers. No word on what Pitbull I will be doing in WCW but he has not been released. Bischoff is said to have adapted a zero tolerance policy toward substance abuse in recent weeks.

*This week Lex Luger's suspension will end. No word on if he will be back at tv - his name has been persona non grata at WCW's offices in Atlanta with many wondering if Bischoff will let him go as soon as his suspension ends. The belief is the only saving grace for Lex is his friendship with Sting.

*Expect a surprising debut at the first Nitro of 1998 from the Georgia Dome the night after Starrcade.

Ratings:

Nitro: 16.47 - 12,359,740 viewers.
Raw: 17.54 – 13,157,210 viewers.

Kimberly · October 28, 2017

Pipers Pit · October 28, 2017

Kimberly · November 1, 2017

<div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="hqdefault.jpg" data-src="https://i.ytimg.com/vi/KASDUA7LUbg/hqdefault.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> WCW Monday Nitro - Episode 119 Monday Week 4, December 1997 - Baltimore Arena, Baltimore, Maryland - *SOLD OUT* </div> [Nitro opens up to a video from last week that shows the systematic take out of members of WCW in the lead up to Hollywood Hogan vs Ric Flair. It ends with the attack of the nWo, Sting’s attempted save and, ultimately, his beat down in the center of the ring.] Grade: 76 ============================ [The broadcast cuts to the Monday Nitro opening graphics package and then inside the Baltimore Arena as the pyro shoots off and WCW Monday Nitro is on the air just 6 days away from Starrcade. Eric Bischoff’s nWo theme fills the arena as Bischoff comes out with a wide smile on his face and a Santa hat on his head. He slaps the hands of some nWo fans as he makes his way to the ring and gets in the ring. He mockingly waves to Larry who is heard saying “six days, slime”. Bischoff welcomes everyone to the final edition of WCW Monday Nitro and how appropriate it is that the first image everyone sees tonight is Bischoff’s. It is appropriate because this show was started as the brain child of Eric Bischoff. This show was started because of the vision of Eric Bischoff. This show has taken the status quo in professional wrestling and given it a good stiff kick in the nuts and that is because of Eric Bischoff. But there comes a time where one legacy must end so that a better one can begin. And that is what will happen in six days at Starrcade. WCW is old. WCW is boring. WCW Monday Nitro is played out. The nWo is what is hot in professional wrestling. The nWo is what drives business in this industry and the nWo will reign supreme for years to come. And that is why the business needs nWo Monday Nitro and that’s what you’re gonna get next week. And since it is Christmas time, Eric Bischoff has a gift for everyone. A sneak peak at the new look of the future of wrestling: nWo Monday Nitro. He orders for the look to be played, says Merry Christmas everyone and promises to close Larryland for good at Starrcade: <iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/XfCnivafF2Q" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/XfCnivafF2Q"</a> frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>] Grade: 58 ============================ [We go to the announce booth where Tony, Mike & Larry are disgusted. Larry promises to shut this gasbag up once and for all at Starrcade. Tony transitions from that and tells us that this Sunday at Starrcade, Diamond Dallas Page and the Macho Man Randy Savage will fight in a career ending match. Both men have agreed to not touch one another until this Sunday and, since one man will see his career end on Sunday, both men will be in action here tonight. One of them, either DDP or the Macho Man, is making his final wrestling appearance on Monday Nitro. And the first of those matches will be next….the Macho Man kicks off the night when Monday Nitro returns LIVE on TNT. Don’t go anywhere.] Grade: 80 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Match #1: Ray Traylor vs Macho Man Randy Savage w/Elizabeth Back and forth match for awhile but a distraction by Elizabeth allows Savage to hit Traylor from behind with a clothesline. After that its all Savage and soon Traylor has fallen to the Big Elbow for the 3 count. Winner: Macho Man Randy Savage Grade: 72 [Post-match Savage gets on the mic and mockingly wishes DDP luck tonight. He says enjoy the crowd because it all comes to an end this Sunday. And Savage makes one request, “please bring your old lady to Starrcade so that we can all see her tears when your career dies. Ooooh yeah.” He and Elizabeth laugh and high five as they head to the back.] Grade: 79 </div></blockquote> ============================ [Tony and the guys take us to video of WCW’s live event from this past Saturday at the Cow Palace in San Francisco, California. We see Hollywood Hulk Hogan say he will be here tonight and he will confront Sting, no nWo, just Sting and Hogan man-to-man. As the video ends, lightening and thunder begin to sound in the arena as Nitro goes to a commercial. ] Grade: 74 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ <iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/jtuCDFiady4" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/jtuCDFiady4"</a> frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> Grade: 75 ============================ <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Match #2: Rey Mysterio Jr vs Steven Regal The story of the match is Regal trying to ground Rey while Rey getting high flying moves on Regal. After a bit of back and forth, Rey is able to gain an advantage and soon he is setting up for the springboard hurricanrana. But as he does that, Regal pushes the ref into the ropes. Regal goes for the Regal stretch but Rey is able to wiggle out and hits a springboard senton. Eddie runs out as Rey goes for the hurricanrana again and Rey sees him coming and turns around and launches with a flying cross body. Back in the ring, Regal goes for a German suplex but Rey reverses and goes for a victory roll but Regal pushes him off and Rey falls into the ropes and right into Eddie who blasts him in the head with the Cruiserweight Title. Regal makes the cover as Eddie revives the ref…1…2..3. Winner: Steven Regal Grade: 60 Following the match, Eddie drops Rey with a suplex and the frog splash. He mocks climbing a ladder before placing a foot on Mysterio and raises the Cruiserweight belt high. ] Grade: 50 </div></blockquote> ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ [Nitro returns to the Nitro girls dressed as Santa’s Little Helper. Kimberly Page is not with them but they do a number before the music of Bret “the Hitman” Hart is heard and the crowd comes to life.] Grade: 56 ============================ [bret gets on the mic and says that last week he was watching Nitro from his home in Calgary and he watched as the nWo tried to systematically take out WCW’s top Generals in this war. They took out Flair, they got DDP, they got The Giant, they even got Sting. But they did not get the Hitman. This Sunday at Starrcade, Scott Hall will find himself Excellently Executed by the Hitman as he begins his one man assault on the Wolfpac. But, hey, if the nWo wants a fight; how about they be men and come down here right now and take on the Hitman. The crowd cheers and a commotion is heard and soon we see Hall & Syxx, of course, in the crowd. Syxx says that the moment isn’t right for the retirement of Bret. Bret likes to call himself the Hitman but Syxx has another word for him that rhymes with Hit. And that’s what the Wolfpac thinks of Bret Hart. Hall gets on the mic and says that Bret’s one man crusade will fail worse than Bret’s one year return to the WWF. And like that return, Bret will leave Starrcade a broken shell of a man with tears in his eyes. And when all is said and done, he will leave WCW broken, beaten, and owned by the nWo. Hart demands them to come down and fight but the guys say that they fight on their terms and leave. Hart says that he thought that would be their reaction. At the end of the day they are cowards but there will be no running this Sunday. Scott Hall will be screaming in agony and begging for mercy from the Sharpshooter and then the rest of the Wolfpac better watch out. They all will suffer the same fate curtsey of the best there is, the best there was, and the best that there ever will be.] Grade: 82 ============================ [The announcers play up some clips of the man of the future, the man that everyone is talking about, DA Man, Goldberg. And they promote that Goldberg will kick off hour number 2 when he takes on Konnan of the nWo, next.] Grade: 57 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ [Nitro returns to an nWo paid advertisement and we see a darkened room with a bunch of casts hanging from the ceiling. Kevin Nash comes in dressed like a batter for the Detroit Tigers and mockingly calls the plays as he swings at various casts with a baseball bat shattering them. When the last one is destroyed, he drops the bat and says "Giant, that is your future. You can call me the BATMAN" and laughs as the video ends.] Grade: 73 ============================ <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Match #3: Konnan vs Goldberg Konnan is very cocky as the match starts but that soon changes when he whips Goldberg into the ropes and Goldberg ducks a clothesline and when Konnan turns around he is kicked in the head with a savate kick. Goldberg shows some judo take downs before nailing a powerslam, a spear and the Jackhammer. Konnan was taken apart as Goldberg continues his winning ways. Winner: Goldberg Grade: 62 [Following the match we see footage in the nWo locker room area. All of the guys were watching this one and Hall, Savage, Bischoff, Hennig, etc snicker and don't take it seriously. The only difference to that atmosphere is Hollywood Hulk Hogan, who is sitting in a folding chair and he is eyeing the tv very apprehensively and is saying nothing.] Grade: 76 </div></blockquote> ============================ [The announcers take us back through the rivalry with Raven's Flock & Jericho/Benoit/Malenko. We are reminded that at Starrcade it will be Raven's Flock vs Jericho, Malenko & Benoit in a 3-on-3 match. But before that, Raven will fight Chris Jericho. That match will take place tonight on Nitro. And it is next, don't go anywhere.] Grade: 65 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ [Nitro returns to a sitdown interview conducted by Bobby the Brain Heenan with his good friend Ric Flair. They are in Flair's living room in Charlotte, NC and Flair bears the wounds from last week's attack. Ric talks about all the history between Bobby, Ric & Curt Hennig. He reminds everyone that they were close friends, that they traveled the road together. Ric asks Bobby how it made him feel to see Hennig join the nWo and Bobby says sick to his stomach. Ric says, imagine how it made me feel? Ric says that he means it when he says the only thing he has left in his career is a need, a burning desire to make Curt Hennig pay for what he did to Ric Flair but more importantly, for what he did to Bobby Heenan and what he did to Arn Anderson. The theme of Starrcade really should be called "the end" because it could very well be that for so many people. It could be the end of WCW Monday Nitro. It could be the end of Bret Hart. It could be the end of Sting or the career of The Giant given how Nash has repatedly destroyed his hand. It will literally be the end of either Diamond Dallas Page or Randy Savage. And it will be the end, one way or the other, of this mess with Curt Hennig. Flair reiterates that he doesn't care about the US title...but Hennig does. Its all that matters to him, so that means taking it is all that matters to the Nature Boy. Once that cage door shuts on Sunday, it shuts on a friendship, it shuts on a legacy, it shuts on a career. Ric Flair will bleed, he will go through hell, he will pay the price and he will give his soul if that is what it takes to make Curt Hennig pay. All the Nature Boy has left is this, this is what his career has come down to at this stage....and Ric Flair will destroy Curt Hennig's world....or die trying.] Grade: 74 ============================ <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Match #4: Raven vs Chris Jericho Right before the match Raven reminds Jericho that every match in WCW is contested under Raven's Rules. Immediately after that, Saturn joins the ring and Raven and Saturn surround Jericho. Just as it looks like they're gonna strike, Benoit strikes the rest of Raven's flock in the audience with a chair and Malenko comes from the other side and is in the ring. Soon Benoit has joined them and its a 3 on two beat down as Jericho/Malenko/Benoit take apart Saturn and Raven. With Malenko holding back the Flock with a chair, we see Jericho put the Liontamer on Saturn and Benoit lock on the Crossface on Raven. Raven is in escruciating pain but is laughing hysterically while in the hold before passing out. Soon, referees flood the ring to break this all up as the match never really begins but Jericho, Benoit and Malenko have taken a stand and made their point clear before Sunday at Starrcade. No Contest Grade: 73 </div></blockquote> ============================ [The final "Starrcade Moment" is Dusty Rhodes vs Ric Flair from Starrcade 85 when The American Dream Dusty Rhodes defeats Ric Flair to win the NWA World Heavyweight Championship. Starrcade 97 is LIVE *this Sunday* only on pay per view. Special start time of 7:30pm.] Grade: 73 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ <iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/2lRgaz6zgkg" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/2lRgaz6zgkg"</a> frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> Grade: 77 ============================ [Nitro returns to a promo video look at the three way tag team title match this Sunday at Starrcade.] Grade: 59 ============================ [Tony, Mike and Bobby come to us from the Nitro set. They shoot hard on the pay per view admitting that they are nervous because next week, live from the Georgia Dome, Nitro could possibly not even belong to WCW. This Sunday, Starrcade will air live from the brand new and sold out, MCI Center in Washington, D.C. The importance of this event cannot possibly be over hyped or made more apparent than this: everything that has occurred around here since Memorial Day 1996 has led to this moment. Sting versus Hollywood Hogan is more than a title match, it is the match for the soul of professional wrestling. Diamond Dallas Page and the Macho Man Randy Savage will do battle with their very careers on the line. Bret Hart left a crumbling empire to come here and fight for tradition and he goes against the anthesis of tradition and the Nature Boy Ric Flair will risk everything inside of a cage to avenge his friends and the betrayal of Curt Hennig. Everything, everything that could be on the line this Sunday is. It is no exaggeration that we don't know how WCW or the nWo will look when Starrcade is over. All we know is, everything is about to change. They then run down the card: <div style="text-align:center;"><ol style="list-style-type:decimal;"><li>WCW World Heavyweight Title Match: Sting challenges Hollywood Hulk Hogan </li><li>Bret "Hitman" Hart vs Scott Hall </li><li>WCW United States Title Cage Match: Ric Flair challenges Curt Hennig </li><li>Career for Career Match: Diamond Dallas Page versus The Macho Man Randy Savage </li><li>The Giant versus Kevin Nash </li><li>Nitro on the Line: Larry Zbyszko vs Eric Bischoff </li><li>Cruiserweight Title Ladder Match: Rey Mysterio Jr challenges Eddie Guerrero </li><li>3-on-3 Match: Chris Jericho, Chris Benoit & Dean Malenko versus Raven's Flock </li><li>WCW Tag Team Title Match 3 Way Dance: Harlem Heat versus The Faces of Fear versus WCW Tag Team Champions The Steiner Brothers </li></ol></div> Grade: 78 ============================ [The announcers tell us that DDP was given a choice for who he wanted to face in what could be his final match on Nitro. We are told that DDP wanted to fight a up and comer in WCW and the man that will put his body on the line at Starrcade in a ladder match. It is DDP vs Eddie Guerrero, it is Nitro's main event from Baltimore and it is next, LIVE on Nitro. Grade: 75 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Match #5: Eddie Guerrero vs Diamond Dallas Page This is a long and back and forth match that spans two commercial breaks. The story of the match is every time DDP goes for the Diamond Cutter, Eddie is able to get out of it. Soon, Eddie has control and really starts working on the ribs that DDP has been selling from last week's attack. He puts Page in long brutal holds, like the admoninal stretch, to hurt Page. Eddie nails the frog splash but instead of going for the pin, he showboats to the crowd. When he finally goes for the pin, DDP rolls him up for a close two count and soon DDP is back in the match. After some back and forth, Page again goes for the Diamond Cutter but reaching back to hit it hurts his ribs and Eddie is able to reverse it. Eddie hits the 3 Amigo's triple suplexes and gloats to the crowd again. He takes his time going up top to hit the Frog Splash and that's a mistake because when he flies off, DDP is up and hits the Diamond Cutter as Eddie is in the air. The crowd roars to the feet as Page is able to drape one arm over Eddie for the 1...2..3. Winner: Diamond Dallas Page Grade: 67 [Following the match, Page gets on the house mic. He says that he may not like Guerrero but the man gave a hell of a fight. And if that's his farewell on Nitro, DDP can retire proud. But Diamond Dallas Page has no intention of being forced into retirement. On Sunday, Savage will snap into the Diamond Cutter and his career will go away. That's a promise.....BANG.] Grade: 78</div></blockquote> ============================ [The announcers tell us that when we come back Hollywood Hulk Hogan will call Sting out to the ring. As they make this announcement, rumblings of thunder can be heard. Lights flash in the arena as the cameras pan the skies for Sting as Nitro goes to its final commercial.] Grade: 79 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ [As Nitro returns to the air, the Baltimore Arena is now in full thunder and lightening effects. The fans in the stands begin looking up and trying to find Sting. Suddenly Hollywood Hogan's music is heard and true to his word, surprisingly, he comes out alone. Hogan plays to the crowd but even as his theme is going, the thunder and lightening is going off throughout the arena. Hogan looks a little creeped out by all this as he enters the ring. He calls for the end of his music and everything calms down in the arena.....until Hogan begins to speak. Then the thunder and lightening picks up heavy. Hogan says enough of this and says "Sting, as you can see, I am a man of my word. I am all alone and this ends now. Get your butt out here and meet me face to face like a man." He scans the skies for Sting but doesn't see him. Hogan calls him a coward but then shuts up as the crowd cheers and we see at the top of the Baltimore Arena, Sting is standing on the big scoreboard over the ring. He repells down right into the center of the ring with Hogan having backed up. Hogan gets into the ring and says from the minute he came to WCW, he hated Sting. Sting always wanted to be Hollywood Hogan, he always wanted to be on this level but he could never quite cut it. Hulk Hogan saved this dying company and what did he ever get in return from Sting? A thank you? No, all he ever got was resentment because Hulk Hogan took Sting's spot. And that is what really drives this crusade that he has against the nWo, doesn't it? Sting doesn't respond and the lightening and thunder continue. Hogan says admit it, Sting just wants to be Hulk Hogan. That's what this year and a half long temper tantrum has been all about. Isn't that true? Sting just glares. Hogan says well fine, forget Starrcade. Sting want's a fight? Lets do it now. How bout it? Sting doesn't respond. Hogan calls him a coward to no response. Finally Hogan slaps Sting across the face. Sting gets right up in his face but no response. Hogan begins demanding that Sting say something. He slaps Sting once more. Sting just burns a hole into Hogan. Hogan, unnerved, demands Sting to say something. When Sting doesn't, Hogan goes for another slap...this time Sting grabs Hogan's hand and bends it backward. Hogan drops to a knee in pain as Sting leans into the microphone and speaks.... "Six days. In six days, you're a dead man." The crowd roars as the nWo comes down to the ring. But before they can ever get there, Sting is already on his way back up to the rafters. Hogan's lackeys and Bischoff all look to the sky for Sting who has disappeared. Hogan looks positively spooked as Nitro goes off the air.] Grade: 90 Final Grade: 76

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