1997: War of the Worlds

Kimberly · August 13, 2018

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WCW Saturday Night

Saturday Week 4, March, 1998 –Nassau Coliseum– Long Island, New York - *LIVE*

[saturday Night opens to a video highlighting tonight's big main event between Sting, Bret Hart & Diamond Dallas Page with Chris Jericho in the corner against the Wolfpac with Dennis Rodman in their corner in a New York City Street Fight.

We then show the outside of the Nassau Coliseum in Long Island as the crowd is coming in and Mike Tenay & Larry Zbyszko welcome us to this special edition of WCW Saturday Night. This is the kick off for Uncensored in just under an hour LIVE on Pay Per View. And on this broadcast we will speak with Bobby "The Brain" Hennan, Chris Jericho, and see a recorded message from the nWo. We also will see the return of the Nasty Boys as they take on the Hardys a little while later but lets go to the ring for our opening match on this special LIVE edition of WCW Saturday Night.]

Grade: 74

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Match: 1 Saturn def Chavo Guerrero

Standard back and forth opener for awhile but soon, Saturn gets control and nails a Death Valley Driver followed by the Rings of Saturn for the submission victory. The announcers question whether Chavo can compete in the Cruiserweight Battle Royal later on due to the damage caused by the Rings of Saturn.

Grade: 75

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-Commercial Break-

[saturday Night returns to a shot of more fans filing in as we take a look at the confrontation between Shane Douglas and Chris Benoit leading to their Submission Match tonight at Uncensored.]

Grade: 78

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Match 2: Jacquelyn def Malia Hosaka

The announcers put over that WCW is slowly bringing back the womens division and that these are two of the toughest women in the world. True to form they have a very physical match that ends when Hosaka goes for a Liger Bomb off the top and misses and Jacquelyn plants her with a stiff DDT knocking her out for the pinfall.

Grade: 42

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[Mean Gene is backstage with Bobby "The Brain" Heenan who has a bottle of Dom on ice along with 2 glasses. Bobby says that tonight is the night when the greatest manager in the history of wrestling takes over WCW. A little while later tonight, the man that will take professional wrestling into the 20th century, with the Brain by his side, will learn of his good fortune. This man has been chosen, he is ready, and tonight the Brain pulls off the coup of the century and "none of you will see it coming". Bobby walks away laughing and clearly excited as Saturday Night goes to commercial.]

Grade: 69

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[WCW Saturday Night returns with Mean Gene out in the entrance way (which is a special set made up to look like a urban battlefield) and he welcomes Chris Jericho to a big pop as the arena is mostly full. Jericho comes out with a chair in his hand that has been spray painted "91" after the number of Chicago Bulls Star, Dennis Rodman. Jericho says that a few weeks ago the nWo tried to take him out. They thought he was irrelevant in this war but, their attack only lit a fire in the heart of this lion. This is more than just the Wolfpac against WCW. This is damned personal for Chris Jericho and tonight? This is New York baby - and its a New York City Street Fight. So, I promise the world that tonight, someone is getting their ass kicked and Rodman? This chair is yours. Lets go to war boys.

Jericho plays to the crowd as he and Gene head to the back.]

Grade: 85

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Match 3: Nasty Boys vs The Hardys - the match is a brawl from the beginning with the Nasty's trying to be more physical than the young upstarts. But the Hardys prove they have heart and toughness and fight back eventually taking over the bout until Knobbs nails Jeff low and the referee calls for the bell. As Matt checks on his brother, Saggs blasts him from behind with a chain as Knobbs pulls out a ch

ain. The Nasty Boys take turns bloodying the Hardys with the chain until officials race into the ring and end the assault.

Winners by DQ: The Hardys

Grade: 73

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[The announcers say that choas has already reigned and the pay per view hasn't even begun. What is going to happen tonight when we go live in just a few moments? Don't miss out. Call your local pro.....

The screen cuts out to a nWo announcement and we see Nash, Syxxx, Hall and Rodman hitting NYC clubs and partying with random people. All the while they trash WCW, they each trash their opponents with Syxxx saying he wants Hart, Hall picking Page to destroy and Rodman and Nash both promise to take out Sting. At the last bar, there are a bunch of rabid nWo fans all with various weapons and they hand them to the competitors.. The video fades to a live shot as their limo arrives and each man gets out holding a weapon in their hand.

The guys are all excited and say "Wolfpac in the house" as they high five and enter the Nassau Coliseum and the words: "WCW Uncensored is NEXT. Live on

Pay Per View", the copyright shows and Saturday Night fades to black.]

Grade: 98

Final Overall Grade: 79

Kimberly · August 13, 2018

Saturday Week 4 March, 1998 – Nassau Coliseum – Long Island, New York- *SOLD OUT* (Attendance: 16,234 )

Uncensored opens to a video of a riot on the streets of New York City. Leading one side are Sting, Hart and Page. Leading the other are Nash, Hall and Syxxx. Rodman is seen perched up high enjoying the fight. Each side advances on each other and as soon as they all begin fighting, buildings start catching on fire as “New York City” burns. The video fades to the Uncensored logo.

Grade: 79

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The Nassau Coliseum comes to life as pyro explodes all across the urban warzone set that is in the arena and the lights come up as Uncensored 1998 is on the air. Tony, Mike & Dusty welcome us to the show on the night where if the Wolfpac wins, they receive a WCW title match at any time of their choosing. We have two title matches tonight – a triple threat match for the WCW United States title. And, later on, a battle for the Cruiserweight title where the winner of our opening contest will challenge Rey Mysterio. We will also see the Cripple Chris Benoit take on Shane Douglas in a submission match and Goldberg will fight Raven in a Bowery Death Match. That and much more to come here at Uncensored. It’s the night where anything goes and we go to the ring for our opening contest – a Cruiserweight battle royal – live at Uncensored.

Grade: 76

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Participants are: Juventud Guerrera, Chavo Guerrero, Psychosis, La Parka, Guido, Blitzkrieg, Julio Dinero, Cibernetico, Devon Storm, Silver King, Super Crazy, Super Calo, Ultimo Dragon, Jushin Liger and Kidman

Early on Guido goes down clutching his knee. WCW officials tend to him while the battle royal wages on. Newcomer Julio Dinero becomes the big star of the battle royal, eliminating 5 guys (Psychosis, Blitzkrieg, Devon Storm, Ultimo Dragon and Kidman). The final four are Dinero, Liger, Super Crazy & Juventud. Liger is eliminated by Dinero and Super Crazy is eliminated by Juvie. Down to Dinero and Super Crazy and they battle back and forth for awhile with some close eliminations but, Dinero charges Juvie who backdrops him over the ropes and to the floor. Juventud celebrates like he won but, Guido is suddenly up and not injured at all and grabs Juvie from behind and launches him over the ropes. Guido is declared the winner and will face Rey Mysterio later tonight.

Winner and advancing to the Cruiserweight Title match later on tonight: Guido

Following the win, Guido celebrates and screams at the camera that he is the next Cruiserweight champion.

Grade: 68

The announcers take us back to SuperBrawl last month in San Francisco where The Steiner Brothers forced the breakup of Harlem Heat. We then go to all that has led to this moment: Booker T vs Scott Steiner and its next.

Grade: 65

Steiner takes control early on with an array of suplexes that nearly drops Booker minutes after the match begins. But, no matter how many high impact moves Scott nails, he cant score a pinfall. Booker is able to reverse a German Suplex by landing on his feet and delivering an axe kick that nearly takes Steiner's head off. From there its pretty much all Booker until he goes for the Harlem Hangover but that only scores a two. Booker goes to pick Scott up but he pulls Booker into a package, rolls out of it and locks on the Steiner Recliner submission but he cannot put Booker away. Booker is able to make it to the ropes and Scott refuses to break it. The ref pulls Steiner off and while Steiner yells at the ref, Booker prepares to do another axe kick. This time, Scott ducks, and the ref takes the hit. Booker charges but Scott kicks him low and then bails out of the ring. Steiner grabs a chair and goes back in to swing but when he does Booker catches him with a sidewalk slam. He then goes up top and nails the Harlem Hangover once more. The ref is back up as Booker goes for the cover and scores the 3 count.

Winner: Booker T

Following the match, Booker celebrates and as he walks up the aisle, Rick Steiner has come out. He stands there in the runway staring at his younger brother who by now has woke up. Rick sadly shakes his head and walks away with Scott left looking on.

Grade: 77

In the back, Mean Gene Okerlund is with Chris Benoit and Woman. They talk about how Woman came back to neutralize Elizabeth after she has attacked Chris since her return last month. Tonight, there are no excuses and there will be no interference. Woman will take care of Liz and Douglas? Douglas will feel his joints bend, he will feel his tendons snap, he will feel his bones break and then and only then will the Crippler grant Douglas the mercy of being allowed to tap out. They walk off as Benoit’s music hits and we are told the Submission Match is next.

Grade: 43

Very quickly into the match Benoit goes for the Crossface but Douglas is able to get out of it. The two trade a scientific wrestling match for awhile with Benoit focused on the neck and Douglas trying to injure Benoit's knee to lock on the Figure Four. As the intensity rises the submissions are forgotten as it turns into a fight that spills to the floor. Benoit backdrops Shane over the barricade and into the crowd and the two fight amongst the fans while Woman keeps stalking Elizabeth around the ring.
Back in the ring, Benoit misses with the headbut and Douglas locks in the Figure Four. Benoit screams in agony and this prompts Woman to try to get into the ring but Elizabeth pulls her down and she falls to the floor. Benoit is able to make it to the ropes and the ref forces the break. They fight some more as Benoit nails two German suplexes and goes for the Crossface again but Douglas reverses it and pulls Benoit through the ropes and he crashes to the floor. When he gets in the ring, Douglas kicks the ropes and Benoit is crotched and crumbles onto the mat.

Douglas goes for the piledriver but Benoit grabs his arm and reverses it and locks on the Crossface. NYC comes alive as Douglas writhes in pain. Somehow, Douglas gets a finger in Benoit’s eye and that forces the break. As soon as that happens Douglas can be heard saying “**** this” and he bails from the ring holding his neck. He grabs Liz’s hand and they bolt down the aisle with the ref giving chase and Woman looking confused. Benoit regains his vision and realizes they’ve bailed and he takes off after them.

Result: No Decision?

Grade: 82

The cameras catch Douglas and Elizabeth as they have run to the back. They run through the backstage area to a waiting car with Douglas holding his neck and the referee chasing after them telling them the match is still on. Douglas punches the ref in the face and slides into the passenger seat as Elizabeth gets into the driver’s seat and they speed out of the Nassau Coliseum just before Benoit gets there to stop them.

Grade: 74

We go back to earlier in the evening and see Guido win the Cruiserweight Title Challenger Battle Royal. His opportunity for the title, the announcers put over that this could be his last, is right now.

Grade: 59

Guido and Rey square off with Guido pointing to his head and screaming "I out smarted them. I am rested, you can't beat me". Rey responds with a slap and then he throws some haymakers and Guido is stunned. But instead of a pier-6 brawl, this turns into a scientific wrestling contest between the two. Rey does some traditional aerial maneuvers but he also works on Guido with an arm bar and an standing octopus that nearly has the Italian submit. Guido capitalizes on a errant aerial jump by Mysterio who tweaks his once injured knee and then Guido is on him with a series of leg locks grounding the high flier. When he goes for the half-Boston Crab, Rey is able to power out and Guido flies chest first into a turnbuckle. When Guido stumbles backwards Rey jumps on his back and uses his legs to flip Guido over and Rey bridges into a cradle for a 2 count but that is reversed when Guido locks in a Chicken Wing and Rey screams in agony.

Finally Rey makes it to the ropes and Guido bails to the floor. When Rey flies out of the ring, Guido side steps him and the Luchador crashes into the railing. Back in the ring, Guido hits a series of snap suplexes for a close two count. He signals for the Half-Crab again but thinks better of it and goes up top for an aerial move of his own. Rey meets him up top and nails a series of punches and out of nowhere, hits a top rope Huricanrana. He covers 1...2..Guido's feet are on the ropes. Rey goes to grab Guido but, the Italian reverses and rolls him up. He's got a handfull of tights as the ref counts 1...2...3.

Rey is stunned and angered as Guido bails from the ring with the belt. A chorus of boos reign down as Guido leaves saying he outsmarted Rey and now he is the king of the Cruiserweights.

Winner and NEW WCW Cruiserweight Champion: Guido

Grade: 77

In the back we see Bret Hart, DDP, Sting & Jericho. All four are quiet and focused. Sting is polishing bats, DDP is stretching, Bret Hart is shadow boxing and Jericho is swinging the chair he brought. They look focused and intense and ready for a battle here tonight.

Grade: 76

A highlight video of Goldberg & Raven’s feud airs. It is intercut with scenes of Raven leading a cult through the darkness to a white light. Raven promises to save Goldberg’s soul and he will take the pain he is about to unleash into his heart to purify Bill Goldberg. The video ends with the cult bowing down to Raven as he screams “I feel your pain”.

Grade: 77

The story of this match is that Goldberg does not need a weapon to destroy Raven. Early in the match, Goldberg fights off an attack by the entire flock but he is dropped from behind by a trashcan by Raven. From then on Raven nails Goldberg with weapon after weapon but is not able to score a pin on the monster. Finally, Goldberg ducks a kendo stick swing by Raven and delivers a savate kick. Goldberg starts doing power move after power move but doesnt seem inclined to pin Raven. When he signals the end is near and goes for a spear, Raven leapfrogs Goldberg who crashes into a waiting chair thats wedged the corner. Raven nails the Evenflow DDT on DA Man...1.....2..Goldberg kicks out. Raven, frustrated, starts slamming a chair on Goldberg and then climbs up to the second rope with the chair.

Raven flies off with the chair raised high preparing to str….SPEAR!!!! Goldberg hit a spear out of nowhere and Raven is in a crumpled heap. Goldberg grabs the chair, considers it and throws it away. He lifts Raven up in the Jackhammer and connects. 1….2….3.

Winner: Goldberg

B]Grade: 82[/b]

Goldberg celebrates having finally vanquished Raven and his flock. As he does so, Bobby Heenan comes out and he is smiling from ear to ear. He is carrying the bottle of Dom and two glasses as he gets into the ring. Goldberg looks hesitant and very confused. Bobby says, loudly, “You’re DA Man. You’re the one.” It appears Bobby Heenan has chosen to manage Goldberg. He pours a glass of champagne and hands it to Bill and then pours one for himself. Goldberg looks at it and then at him and then at the crowd and throws the glass down and leaves the ring.

Bobby is at first confused and chases after up him up the aisle with Goldberg shoving him aside. Finally Bobby gets in front of him and screams “Don’t you know who I am?” and then he slaps Goldberg. That angers the former Atlanta Falcon who grabs Bobby by the shirt and lifts him up. He’s gonna deliver a Jackhammer on the floor…the NYC crowd has come to their feet and suddenly Goldberg is attacked from behind by…

….The Giant who is in street clothes and must have come from the crowd. Goldberg tries to get up but the Giant headbuts him in the back of the head and Goldberg stumbles forward. Giant delivers another as Bobby shouts instructions. Giant throws Goldberg toward the video wall and grabs him from behind and begins choking Goldberg. Goldberg is pinned against the wall, he is being choked and we can see a small trickle of blood come from his mouth. Finally WCW personnel get to the area and the crowd is stunned silent as the Giant and Bobby Heenan back off. Goldberg is down and apparently hurt badly.

Grade: 85

A commercial for Spring Stampede LIVE from Calgary Alberta Canada next month airs:

Grade: 78

In the back is Mean Gene Okerlund is with Curt Hennig and both men are stunned at the assault and (apparently) injury of Goldberg. Hennig is impressed with what the Giant just did but says that is nothing compared to what Hennig will do next. Last month at SuperBrawl, Eddie got lucky. Tonight, he won’t be so lucky because he can lose his belt without ever losing the match. Heavy Metal and Eddie may be friends but they both want the US title and so they will turn on each other and when they do, Hennig will step in and take what’s his….the United States Title. It’s a plan so good, you might even say it’s….perfect.

The United States Title Triple Threat Match is NEXT.

Grade: 76

Early on all 3 men score near falls but soon, Heavy Metal and Eddie clash after both try to take out Hennig and they end up fighting each other just as Curt predicted. Heavy Metal scores a near fall after nailing an twisting plancha onto Eddie but Curt makes it in just in time to break it up. Eddie is sent to the floor while Curt and Metal begin to go back and forth but the veteran takes the lead and starts working on the up and comer and almost gets a submission with a STF but Metal makes it to the ropes.

Heavy Metal battles back and Curt backs off but runs directly into Eddie who has returned. Again the two latino stars dispatch of Hennig and then go after each other once more. Eddie nails the 3 Amigo's triple vertical suplexes on Metal for a close two count but fails to nail the Frog Splash and that injures the champ. Hevay Metal goes up top and does a twisting moonsault 1....2...Curt is in and nails Heavy Metal just in time.

Metal and Hennig trade punches and chops and Metal gets the advantage as Hennig misses a drop kick. Metal goes up top for a leg drop but, this is one time up top too many as he misses. Hennig does a snap mare and then signals for the Hennig-Plex. He grabs Metal and nails it but as he bridges Eddie has climed to the top rope and flies off with the Frog Splash onto Hennig who is unable to defend himself. Eddie covers...1...2...3.

Winner and still WCW United States Champion: Eddie Guerrero

Grade: 80

Curt walks away as Eddie celebrates and he is kicking the ropes and the guardrail and really beating himself up. Heavy Metal shakes the champ’s hand and leaves as well. Eddie Guerrero remains the United States Champion.

Grade: 76

A commercial airs the famous Sky Dome in Toronto, Canada. We see elapsed footage of inside as the Nitro set is built. Be there LIVE this Monday when Nitro comes to you for the very first time outside of the United States. Don’t miss the fallout from Uncensored when WCW Monday Nitro takes the air from the SkyDome this Monday, 8/7c and only on TNT.

Grade: 73

A video of the history that has led us to the main event airs. We see the rivalry of WCW and the nWo since the end of Starrcade, we see Hogan’s departure, the formation of the Wolfpac, the decimation of Jericho and Anderson and the return of Rodman and then Jericho’s return. Our main event, a New York City Street Fight where, if the nWo wins they win a title match at any time or place of their choosing, is next. Let’s go to the ring to Michael Buffer for the introductions of our main event.

Grade: 90

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Buffer introduces team nWo first as Nash, Hall, Syxxx & Rodman all come out smiling and celebrating. Then Sting’s music hits and every member of team WCW has been found in the rafters. One by one, Sting – Hart – Page – and Jericho all drop from the ceiling in strategic positions surrounding the ring. The nWo is cornered inside the ring as each men get in and the fight is on. All hell has broken loose.

Weapons quickly become part of the match as Hart and Hall pair off in the ring while the others brawl on the floor. Bret nearly scores a pinfall on Hall before Rodman pulls the referee out. This brings in Jericho who blasts Hall with a chair and Hart locks in a sharpshooter. Page is sent into a guardrail by Nash who then enters the ring and blasts Hart in the face with a boot. This brings in Sting who begins fighting back and forth with Hall and Nash. Jericho comes in and he and Sting fight off the Outsiders. When Sting drops Hall with the Scorpion Deathdrop and goes for a pin, Rodman again interferes distracting the ref while Syxxx comes in for the save.

This puts Jericho into motion. Jericho chases off Rodman with the chair while the brawl is going on. Sting goes for the Stinger Splash onto Syxxx but Nash is up on the apron and blasts him with a forearm as he flew in while Syxxx ducked. DDP takes Syxxx out of the ring while Nash sets up a table and sets it up in the ring. When he turns around Sting whips Big Sexy into the ropes but Nash reverses it and blasts Sting with the big boot. Nash hits the Jacknife onto Sting and Sting crashes through the table. Nash makes the cover…1…..2…..3.

Winners: the Wolfpac

Grade: 80

The announcers shout and are stunned. They can’t believe it but the nWo has prevailed and now, they own a title match at any time of their choosing. Slowly Syxxx and Hall stand up and come to and get into the ring with Nash. The Wolfpac stands tall and enjoy the shower of boos as Uncensored goes off the air.

Grade: 77

Overall Show Grade: 85

Pipers Pit · August 13, 2018

<div style="text-align:center;"> <iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kZfl3UNrL9A?rel=0" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/kZfl3UNrL9A?rel=0"</a> frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen></iframe> </div> <img alt="rrPX9e2.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rrPX9e2.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" /> The show begins with a WrestleMania 14 package focusing on the WWF Championship match between Shawn Michaels and Owen Hart. Grade: 92 <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.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="3WoDCvV.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/3WoDCvV.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="K8om2AL.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/K8om2AL.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="nVx4UG1.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/nVx4UG1.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="LDlmKGf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/LDlmKGf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="iENMGKz.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/iENMGKz.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The match is short, sweet, and devastating. Clarke begins against Dinsmore and simply pummels him. It doesn’t get better when Awesome comes in and does the same. A big boot from Awesome knocks Conway off the apron and then they deliver their powerbomb/neckbreaker for the win. Winners by Pinfall: The Awakening Grade: 56 </div></blockquote> <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.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" /> Following the match, Ravishing Rick Rude gets a mic and insults the crowd by calling them ‘Boston bitches’. He goes on to say it’s a travesty that the most devastating tag team in WWF history is being blackballed from WrestleMania but as they say all good things come to those who wait and when their time comes, the Awakening will secure their destiny and take their place as the greatest tag team of all time. Grade: 64 <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.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="AHMb2hh.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/AHMb2hh.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A video package is shown, hyping tonight’s match between Stone Cold Steve Austin and Iron Mike Tyson Grade: 87 <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.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="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" /><img alt="nVx4UG1.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/nVx4UG1.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="1AoMP6e.jpg?1" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/1AoMP6e.jpg?1" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="IIw1x0p.jpg?1" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/IIw1x0p.jpg?1" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The match goes back and forth but the Impact Players tend to hold the momentum. When Lynn gets the tag, he begins putting on a technical clinic and when Mosh breaks up an attempted pin, Credible comes in and dumps him over the top rope. With the referee nearly losing control, they hit Total Impact on Thrasher for the win. Winners by Pinfall: The Impact Players Grade: 63 </div></blockquote> <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.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" /> Following a commercial break we’re taken backstage where the Rock is pacing and by himself. He says tonight will go down in history as the night the Rock cemented his name in the history books. Tonight he takes that European championship. And tonight the Rock proves beyond a shadow of a doubt that he is guaran-damn-teed to be the greatest of all time. If you smell what the Rock….is cooking. Grade: 100 <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.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 video package is shown hyping tonight’s Buried Alive match between The Undertaker and his brother Kane. Grade: 88 <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.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="Pp3A3KT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Pp3A3KT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="nVx4UG1.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/nVx4UG1.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" /> Faarooq takes Chainz too lightly to begin the match and he pays for it as the bigger and younger man takes the fight to the leader of the Nation but after a few minutes Faarooq uses his experience to his advantage and maneuvers the referee into a position where he can’t see a low blow. With Chainz disabled for the moment, Faarooq goes on the attack using a bevy of street fighting techniques before hitting a Dominator for the win. As soon as the bell rings D’Lo and Kama hit the ring and begin stomping Chainz for all their worth. Winner by Pinfall: Faarooq Grade: 70 </div></blockquote> <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="Pp3A3KT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Pp3A3KT.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" /><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" /> As the bell continues to ring, Skull and 8 Ball come running out but they’re quickly overwhelmed by Faarooq, D’Lo, and Kama. One by one they’re hit with a Dominator and as Faarooq and Kama hold their arms and legs, D’Lo comes off the top with a frogsplash. The Nation leaves the ring as officials and medical crew check on DOA who are laid out. Grade: 56 <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The announcers run down the WrestleMania 14 card one last time as we see a countdown clock running quickly towards zero. <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="VZy6zSB.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/VZy6zSB.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="tYej6wB.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tYej6wB.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OMSxPkS.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OMSxPkS.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="dEHF9Wm.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/dEHF9Wm.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="O6tDYfZ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/O6tDYfZ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OMSxPkS.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OMSxPkS.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="SWwM1Ic.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/SWwM1Ic.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="WP7NHob.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/WP7NHob.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="WIYFmv3.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/WIYFmv3.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Tb7DRwe.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Tb7DRwe.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OMSxPkS.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OMSxPkS.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="EXWdDea.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/EXWdDea.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="E2klZfW.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/E2klZfW.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Buried Alive Match <img alt="cP7sOos.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/cP7sOos.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OMSxPkS.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OMSxPkS.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="fe8m37F.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/fe8m37F.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="lvNN57e.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/lvNN57e.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OMSxPkS.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OMSxPkS.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="iIasEEg.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/iIasEEg.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="E5gLbb4.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/E5gLbb4.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="79TRibd.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/79TRibd.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OMSxPkS.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OMSxPkS.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="gtvYVzt.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/gtvYVzt.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="ci7m15e.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ci7m15e.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="Z4VUwjv.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Z4VUwjv.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OMSxPkS.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OMSxPkS.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="9azRxw1.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/9azRxw1.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="p3mh2m4.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/p3mh2m4.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Sd7po85.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Sd7po85.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="HpmnDpa.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/HpmnDpa.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="32WPwuB.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/32WPwuB.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="YDWOHNn.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YDWOHNn.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OMSxPkS.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OMSxPkS.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="hmYhgZY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/hmYhgZY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="URlqCRZ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/URlqCRZ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="rtlV4kv.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rtlV4kv.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Zkg0PTp.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Zkg0PTp.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Q0FFvtO.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Q0FFvtO.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="obOfYEy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/obOfYEy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="OMSxPkS.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/OMSxPkS.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="9t2MY38.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/9t2MY38.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> Wrestlemania is next!!! Grade: 91 Overall: 83

Pipers Pit · August 13, 2018

<div style="text-align:center;"><iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/eqpdmV1JDc8?rel=0" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/eqpdmV1JDc8?rel=0"</a> frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen></iframe> </div> <img alt="YtFobLO.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YtFobLO.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The show opens with a live shot of Vince McMahon sitting at his office desk, flanked by his stooges Patterson and Brisco. He welcomes us to WrestleMaaaaaania! and says he hopes everyone enjoys the show. He himself will enjoy seeing Iron Mike Tyson knock out Stone Cold Steve Austin and Shawn Michaels retaining the WWF World Heavyweight Championship against Owen Hart. He says the WWF has come a long way and he will not allow another greedy, overbearing, untrustworthy Hart to wear HIS title again! Grade: 88 <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="ZDGfbWl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZDGfbWl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> Following a quick hello from JR and the King we’re sent to the ring for our opening match. <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div> <div style="text-align:center;"> <img alt="UfOAhfB.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/UfOAhfB.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> Mero is supremely confident in himself as the match begins but the smug look is wiped off his face when Landy hits a series of arm drags, dropkicks, and finally knocks Mero on his rear with a big right hand. When Mero re-engages him he gives him a stiff looking punch to the ribs. Going back to his boxing roots he peppers Landry with punches, putting him back into the corner. Landry suddenly reverses their position but Mero ducks his upper body through the ropes. As the ref backs Landry off, Mero sucker punches him in the face, dropping him. Mero dances around, playing to the crowd. As Landry tries to get up, Mero will drop him again with a warning from the referee. Mero spends too much time playing to the crowd though and when he turns back to Landry he catches a side kick to the head which sends him rolling out of the ring. Landry follows him out and the two brawl for a few moments. Mero pokes him in the eye and tries to whip him into the post but Sable is in the way and Mero hesitates. This allowed Landry to reverse it and when he launches Mero, Sable moves and Mero hits the post face first. Landry wastes no time, putting him back in the ring and climbs to the top rope. He remains crouched and when Mero staggers to his feet Landry hits a picture perfect missile dropkick but it only gets a two count. Landry tries to pick him up but Mero hits a low blow and hoists Landry on his shoulders for a TKO. He stops to tell Sable that she needs to pay attention but as he goes to hit the move Landry slips off his shoulders. When Mero turns around, Landry kicks him in the stomach and puts Mero up on his shoulders. Instead of hitting a TKO Landry pushes Mero up into the air and when Mero falls, Landry connects with a knee to the face. He makes the cover and earns a huge victory. Winner by Pinfall: Simon Landry Grade: 50 </div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="ZDGfbWl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZDGfbWl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> <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" /> Mero is furious, stomping around the ring and throwing a tantrum. When Sable gets in the ring he gets in her face, backing her up into the corner, screaming at her and blaming her for the loss. Sable seems to have had enough of his antics as she shoves him several times backing him into the middle of the ring. Mero, looking surprised at her outburst tells her she better be real careful. Sable’s reply is to kick him below the belt and when Mero bends over, she delivers an amazing Sable Bomb, planting Mero on the mat as the crowd explodes. She leaves the ring to their cheers as Mero is left holding himself with tears in his eyes. Grade: 71 <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="ZDGfbWl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZDGfbWl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> <img alt="GDGiR58.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GDGiR58.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="GqMgEEK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GqMgEEK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> We see vignette of what’s happened over the last few months to set up the Intercontinental Championship match between Triple H and Rowdy Roddy Piper. Grade: 93 <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="ZDGfbWl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZDGfbWl.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> <div style="text-align:center;"> <img alt="ApJqkz1.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ApJqkz1.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> When the bell rings they circle each other before locking up. Triple H muscles Piper into the corner before releasing and backing off a step. It looks almost like a show of respect until he slaps Piper across the face. Piper keeps his cool, rubbing his cheek where he was stuck as Triple H backs off more to the center of the ring and gives him a DX crotch chop. Piper engages him again in a tie up and again Triple H pushes him to the corner but when he tries it again Piper blocks the slap and responds with a slap of his own which sends Triple H onto his rear. As if setting the tone for the match the two men go to war from that time on. Triple H controls the opening minutes, using his youth and strength to punish Piper but the wily veteran has a few tricks up his sleeve. When Triple H throws him into the corner and charges, Piper sidesteps and trips him, sending Triple H face first inton the second turnbuckle. Piper then goes on the attack, using every dirty trick he’s used for twenty years from eye gouges to biting to unseen low blows. When Chyna gets on the apron she gets an eye poke for good measure as well. Piper looks like he’s in command but he momentarily takes his eye off the champion and pays for it when Triple H nails the Pedigree and goes for the cover but Piper kicks out at the last minute. Triple H is growing more frustrated and throws Piper to the outside. He rams him into the announcer’s table again and again, softening up his back. Piper is crawling, dragging himself away but Triple H stalks him and stomps him in his lower back. Triple H keeps breaking the count so he can punish his opponent. Piper is rolled back into the ring and Triple H goes for the cover but again Piper kicks out. Triple H is now clearly angry and he’s yelling at Piper to give up. Piper’s answer is to slap him. Triple H punches him and drops him to a knee but Piper rises and slaps him again. They repeat this a few times until Piper ducks the puncher and moves quickly behind Triple H putting him in the sleeper. Triple H is flailing but he’s in the middle of the ring. Piper rangles him to keepm him from the ropes and begins to fade. The refere checks his arm and it drops twice. Chyna takes this as her cue and again gets on the apron. The ref turns to her, and allows Triple H to mulekick Piper below the belt. Doubled over, Triple H grabs Piper and delivers another Pedigree. He throws an arm over him as the referee counts. 1 2 Piper’s foot is on the rope! Triple H can’t believe it and the two men slowly get back to their knees at the same time. Triple H throws a punch. Piper asborbs it and throws one of his own. Back and forth they attack punch by punch as they get to their feet. Barely able to stand, both men sway a little. Piper connects with a right hand, and another, and another. Triple H is on the ropes, kept on his feet by their presence and Piper whips him across the ring but he dips his head too early and Triple H stops on his return to hit a knee drop. Piper is staggered and Triple H picks him up and delivers a spinebuster. Triple H seems rejuvinated as he stands tall and leans down to pick Piper up but Piper rolls him up into a small package. 1…2..Triple H kicks out. They both get to their feet but Triple H is qucker and he delivers a kick to the stomach and a third Pedigree. 1 2 3. Winner by Pinfall and still WWF Intercontinental Champion: Triple H Grade: 75 </div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="ZDGfbWl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZDGfbWl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> <img alt="GqMgEEK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GqMgEEK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Chyna pulls Triple H out of the ring and helps him up the ramp but the focus is on Piper who recieves a standing overation from the crowd. After a long and storied career Rowdy Roddy Piper has received his long sought WrestleMania moment. Grade: 90 <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="ZDGfbWl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZDGfbWl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> <img alt="Pp3A3KT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Pp3A3KT.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" /><img alt="D5L9Q0A.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/D5L9Q0A.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Backstage the Rock is getting ready for his match when Faarooq approaches him. He tells the Rock that tonight is his chance to cement himself and he wants the Rock to remember that he represents the Nation. He failed against Austin. He failed at the Rumble. He better not get strike three tonight. When Faarooq leaves the Rock sneers. Grade: 80 <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="ZDGfbWl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZDGfbWl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> <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" /> We see a long vignette replaying the buildup of the Buried Alive match between the Undertaker and Kane. Grade: 92 <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="ZDGfbWl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZDGfbWl.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><div style="text-align:center;"> <img alt="afvZQAy.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/afvZQAy.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> The two monsters come face to face in the ring with Kane holding a slight height advantage. Paul Bearer is at ringside watching warily. Taker seems to be talking to him but we can’t make out what is being said. Suddenly Kane throws a right hand but Taker blocks it and follows with several of his own, staggering his brother back into the corner. He attempts to climb up to the second rope to land some more but Kane shoves him off to the mat. They resume an icy stare down and then lock up with Kane getting the upperhand by kicking the Undertaker in the gut followed by a punch to the throat. Kane stalks the Undertaker as he tries to clear some space to collect his breath. Kane pummels his brother to the mat, before picking him up and clotheslining him over the top rope to the floor. Bearer decides now is a good time to get up close and personal and belittle the Undertaker but instead he’s grabbed by his tie and looks petrified as the Undertaker pulls him in and punches him in the face. But when Taker turns around he goes into a huge boot to the face from Kane. Kane continues to dominate, ragdolling the Deadman from one post to the next. With the Undertaker resting against one of them, Kane charges but Undertaker trips him and he falls face first into the steps. When Kane turns around the Undertaker grabs him by the throat and delivers a chokeslam through the Spanish announcer’s table. This allows Undertaker to gather himself but only momentarily as Kane sits up. Before Undertaker can even turn around Kane is back on him and they begin brawling up the ramp to the graveside set which is off of the stage area. Kane tries to muscle the Undertaker into the hole but Taker fights back staggering Kane with more punches before backdropping Kane into the grave. Undertaker looks for the shovel but we see that Paul Bearer has stolen it and backs off, leading the Undertaker back down to the ring. The fat man gets into the ring and the Undertaker looks like he’s not in the mood for games. Bearer swings the shovel but Taker catches it and rips it from his hands. Bearer falls to his knees, begging for forgiveness but the Undertaker is having none of it. He drops the shovel and begins dropping heavy right hands at his former manager. What he doesn’t see is that Kane has crawled out of the grave and has returned to ringside. Kane picks up the shovel and swings across Undertaker’s back. The Undertaker doesn’t quite fall but he looks to be in tremendous pain and as he turns around, Kane scoops him up and delivers a Tombstone. Bearer yells at Kane that they have to do it now. Kane drags Undertaker to the outside of the ring, then puts him up on his shoulder, carrying the Deadman back up the ramp. As they near the grave, Undertaker begins elbowing Kane in the side of the head and Kane drops him to his feet. They begin trading punches and Kane is reeling, trying to keep his balance and not fall backwards. Bearer intervenes again and has a second shovel. He approaches from behind and swings but Taker moves and Bearer hits Kane, sending him into the grave. He’s shocked at his mistake but doesn’t have long to contemplate it as Taker grabs him and throws him in on top of Kane as the crowd goes wild. The Undertaker hops down off the stage to a waiting excavator loaded with dirt. Undertaker begins driving it towards the stage and releases the dirt into the grave burying Kane and Bearer six feet under. Winner: The Undertaker Grade: 90 </div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="ZDGfbWl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZDGfbWl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> <img alt="TIKf0Zl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/TIKf0Zl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> As his music plays, the Undertaker kneels on the freshly filled in grave of his brother Kane bathed in eerie purple light. Grade: 83 <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="ZDGfbWl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZDGfbWl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> <img alt="5bJ1Ac1.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5bJ1Ac1.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Backstage we see Stone Cold Steve Austin pacing, preparing himself for his upcoming encounter with Iron Mike Tyson. Michael Cole approaches and asks Austin if he has a strategy for the match, Austin turns his cold eyes to Cole and grabs the mic. He says this isn’t a match. It’s a fight. Stone Cold Steve Austin isn’t here to get a 1-2-3, no sir. He’s here to stomp a mudhole in Mike Tyson’s ass and when its all over the entire world will see who’s the toughest son of a bitch….and who’s just the bitch. Grade: 89 <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="ZDGfbWl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZDGfbWl.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> <div style="text-align:center;"> <img alt="Ru9GjNM.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Ru9GjNM.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> Vader and Johnson trade the momentum back and forth as they really lay in stiff shots on one another. Not the most scientific of matches, it’s more of a cross between strong style and just unsafe they spend most of the time brawling in and around the ring with a few missed spots because of poor timing. One moment that popped the crowd was Ahmed playing opossum and when Vader went for a Vader Bomb, Johnson hopped up and lifted Vader up with an Electric Chair Drop but it only got him a two count. At this time the crowd gets distracted from the men in the ring and we see Marlena pushing Goldust down the aisle in a wheelchair. <img alt="Q0og2UK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Q0og2UK.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" /> Goldust’s arm is in a sling and she parks him ringside and the match continues as Vader recaptures the advantage by focusing on Ahmed’s still patched eye and gouging at it. Vader sets up a big splash in the corner but Johnson moves and when Vader comes out of the corner Ahmed hits an incredible belly to back suplex. Helping Vader to his feet, Ahmed tries to go for a belly to belly suplex but Vader blocks it, before clapping Johnson in both ears. Ahmed falls into the ropes, leaning on them while on his knees. Vader is pushed away and admonished by the referee. Goldust hops out of his wheelchair and pulls a hammer out of his arm sling. Approaching Johnson he whacks him over the top of the head with it and Ahmed goes limp in the ring. Vader pushes through the ref as Goldust resumes his seat in the chair and Vader goes right to the corner before hitting a Vader Bomb. That gets the three count as Goldust just smiles at the unmoving Johnson before Marlena takes him back up the aisle. Winner by Pinfall: Vader Grade: 68 </div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="ZDGfbWl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZDGfbWl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> <img alt="QlKHMkd.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/QlKHMkd.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" /><img alt="Q0og2UK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Q0og2UK.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> We see a replay of a Goldust getting up from his wheelchair when Ahmed is down on the ropes and pulling a golden hammer out of his arm sling and hitting Johnson on the top of the head which lead to a devastating Vader Bomb. Grade: 68 <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="ZDGfbWl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZDGfbWl.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> <div style="text-align:center;"> <img alt="y1Xebkg.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/y1Xebkg.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> The Rock and Mankind are at it before the bell even rings as the Rock attacks Mankind from behind on his way down the ramp after being introduced. They brawl around ringside with the Rock in control and constantly is running his mouth to make sure Mankind knows who’s in charge. However the Rock stops to also say the same to JR and the King and that is when Mankind makes a comeback, slamming the Rock face first into the announcer’s table. The European champion goes on the attack, gouging the Rock’s eyes and even biting him. Mankind whips the Rock into the post but the Rock reverses it and Mankind hits the ringside stairs hard, flipping over them. The Rock picks him up and rolls him into the ring, finally starting the match. For the next several minutes The Rock controls the tempo and hands out the punishment. Mankind shows how much he can take, kicking out of several pin attempts. The Rock begins to show some frustration and goes to the outside to collect a chair. When he comes back into the ring he raises it up but before he can swing the referee grabs it from him. Mankind uses this momentary distraction to shove The Rock in the back which causes him to hit the chair face first. Now it is the champion's turn and he shows a sadistic side as he punishes his challenger. Mankind hits a big elbow drop from the second rope but only gets a two-count. As The Rock drags himself to the ropes Mankind stalks him, and drops a knee into the small of his back. The Rock sits in the corner, a look of agony on his face, as Mankind Sprint's towards him and connects with the knee to the face. He drags the Rock to the middle of the ring and makes the cover but the Rock kicks out. Mankind looks to the Rock, then to the nearest corner. The crowd begins to buzz as Mankind climbs to the top rope, unsteady, and flies off with an elbow drop that hits nothing but canvas as the Rock rolls out of the way. When they both get to their feet they begin exchanging right hands but the Rock gets the advantage with a series of lightening fast punches, however on the last one Mankind slaps on the Mandible Claw. The Rock is flailing in the ring trying to get to the ropes but they’re in the middle of the ring. Out of nowhere the Rock uses the last moments of consciousness and hits a huge Rock Bottom. He drapes an arm over Mankind and the referee counts 1, 2, kick out! The Rock pulls himself up to his feet and begins stomping Mankind before kicking his sprawled arm to his body and the crowd comes to their feet as the Rock peels his elbow pad off before throwing it into the crowd. He bounds to one rope, jumping over Mankind as he crosses over before contorting his body in slow motion as he drops the People’s Elbow. He makes the cover but Mankind kicks out again, this time nearly as a convulsion. The Rock gets in the ref’s face about a slow count, insisting that it was a three count. He turns and begins to pick up Mankind when the Mandible Claw is applied again. The Rock reaches for the ropes but he can’t get there and as he’s dragged down to the ground, Mankind gets the leverage to really sink it in. Try as he might, the Rock finally succumbs to it and taps. Winner by Submission and still WWE European Champion: Mankind Grade: 91 </div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="ZDGfbWl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZDGfbWl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> <img alt="Pp3A3KT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Pp3A3KT.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" /><img alt="D5L9Q0A.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/D5L9Q0A.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" /> Mankind is given the belt and rolls out of the ring, clearly exhausted by the match when the members of the Nation come down to the ring and slide in. D’Lo and Kama help the Rock to his feet when Faarooq punches him in the face. All three members begin putting the boots to the Rock and Mankind gets back in the ring and comes to his rescue. Mankind throws D’Lo over the top and begins fighting Kama. The Rock gets to his feet and goes after Faarooq and the Nation members are sent to the outside at about the same time. The Rock and Mankind come face to face in the middle of the ring. The Rock looks to Faarooq who’s screaming at him, then the crowd which begins to come alive. He looks back to Mankind and sticks out his hand. Mankind is wary but a moment later reciprocates and the crowd cheers. JR points out he thinks the Rock and the Nation are far from done with one another. Grade: 85 <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="ZDGfbWl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZDGfbWl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> <img alt="YtFobLO.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YtFobLO.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="nH1GuW9.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/nH1GuW9.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> We see Vince McMahon’s office again when Earl Hebner enters. Vince tells him he’ll be the official tonight for the main event and he knows that Earl the right man for the job. Hebner thanks him and asks if there is a chance for another…bonus tonight. McMahon smiles and says if Earl does his job it’ll be worth every penny. Grade: 70 <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="ZDGfbWl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZDGfbWl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> <img alt="AOanEQS.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/AOanEQS.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="dXZgVBd.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/dXZgVBd.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="ykB0lpe.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ykB0lpe.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The members of the NWA come out to the ring and Jim Cornette gets the mic. He says that tonight once and for all we will see tradition and real wrestling overcome that bingo hall trash from ECW. We’ll see real men handle their business in the ring like professionals. We’ll see……the crowd suddenly comes alive when the ECW theme begins to blare. <iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/v2lzyfSh15E?rel=0" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/v2lzyfSh15E?rel=0"</a> frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen></iframe> <img alt="bTNlGOT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/bTNlGOT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Utfbxev.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Utfbxev.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Bj8R8yO.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Bj8R8yO.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" /> The NWA members including Cornette in huddle as the ECW members come down to the ring through the crowd. But they’re still one man short. Cornette smirks and asks how they plan to defeat a team with a former NWA World Champion (Rich) in a five on four match. Heyman shoots back that they’ll win because they have their own former NWA World Champion. Cornette looks confused but when the music hits and he sees who’s coming down he looks like he’ll faint. <iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/GivGIq7TG6k?rel=0" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/GivGIq7TG6k?rel=0"</a> frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen></iframe> <img alt="p5Irpti.jpg?1" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/p5Irpti.jpg?1" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Funk comes down the aisle, wide eyed and crazy. Getting in the ring, Heyman hands him the mic. Funk says that he’s waited for years to stand in this ring and there’s a lot of things he could say but right now he’s not here to talk, he’s here to fight! Grade: 61 <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="ZDGfbWl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZDGfbWl.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> <div style="text-align:center;"> <img alt="WPwW7Hd.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/WPwW7Hd.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> No sooner does Funk drop the mic than the bell rings and all ten men are fighting, if you can call Cornette ditching to the outside and Heyman giving chase. One by one they all tumble out until Bradshaw and Taz are left and they officially begin the match. The NWA uses dirty tactics to keep Taz in their corner and Cornette even gets a tag to land a single punch before tagging out. Eventually Taz fights back and makes a diving tag to the Sandman who cleans house for a few minutes before tagging in Van Dam. Van Dam’s high energy is infectious as he works through Windham and Jarrett before Rich gets the tag. Funk is nearly falling through the ropes wanting the tag and Van Dam complies. Two former NWA World Champions stand face to face. Rich looks smug for a moment but that changes when Funk lands a stiff looking right hand and the fight begins again. They brawl into the corner and Bradshaw gets the tag. He works over Funk but when he goes for a big lariat, Funk ducks it and gets Taz back into the action. As the match seems to reset this time it’s the ECW contingent’s turn to go on offense as they keep Bradshaw isolated and each hit a series of their standard moves including a few suplexes, a missile dropkick, a DDT, and a piledriver. Finally Heyman gets in the ring but instead of attacking he points directly at Cornette, challenging him to come in. Cornette gets the tag and reluctantly gets in the ring, circling Heyman. But it’s a ploy as Heyman is blasted in the back by Jarrett as soon as his back is to the NWA corner. The ECW guys try to get in the ring but the referee stops them and Cornette gives Heyman a stiff kick before tagging in Jarrett. Jarrett taunts Heyman, paintbrushing him in the back of the head and sharing some laughs. Sandman tries to come in again and the referee turns to stop him, allowing Heyman to hit a low blow on Jarrett and scurry to his corner tagging in Van Dam. Van Dam is a blur as he flies around the ring and ends up knocking all the NWA members off the apron but Jarrett stops him cold and drops him by throwing him head first into the corner. The ECW guys run around the ring and now it’s a six man brawl on the outside. In the chaos, Cornette gets his tennis racket and gets onto the apron, yelling for Jarrett to come get it but Heyman yanks him off the apron and punches him. Jarrett’s attention is on Heyman and he’s leaning over the rope. He actually grabs Heyman by the shirt and pulls him onto the apron when Heyman reaches around to his back and pulls out an old 80s cellphone which he hits Jarrett in the face with. Jarrett is down and Van Dam climbs to the rop and flies off with a Frogsplash and gets the win. Winners by Pinfall: Rob Van Dam, Taz, the Sandman, Terry Funk, and Paul Heyman Grade: 60 </div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="ZDGfbWl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZDGfbWl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> <img alt="bTNlGOT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/bTNlGOT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Utfbxev.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Utfbxev.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Bj8R8yO.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Bj8R8yO.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" /><img alt="p5Irpti.jpg?1" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/p5Irpti.jpg?1" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The Boston crowd breaks out in an E-C-W chant as the victors salute the crowd and enjoy their moment while the NWA members collect themselves on the floor. Grade: 51 <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="ZDGfbWl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZDGfbWl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> <img alt="ix6cVW0.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ix6cVW0.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" /> Michael Cole is standing by with WWF World Champion Shawn Michaels. Cole asks if the champion is ready for his title defense against Owen Hart tonight. Michaels says the time for fun and games is over. Everything in his life has been leading him to this night. This is bigger than the WWF Championship, this is about destiny. Everyone talks about this being Owen Hart’s destiny but what they forget is the other side of the coin. It’s the destiny of the Heartbreak Kid to be the man who sent both of the Hart brothers packing and he’s going to serenade his ass out the door tonight with a little sweet chin music. Grade: 90 <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="ZDGfbWl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZDGfbWl.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> <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="qRGReMt.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/qRGReMt.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> The two men come face to face in the ring and begin jawing with each other immediately. The animosity is dripping from them as they begin trading right hands and to no one’s surprise Tyson gets the better of it, but Austin begins to make a comeback, whipping Tyson into the corner and following in with a clothesline which puts Tyson into a seated positoon. Austin begins to stomp a mudhold as the crowd counts along, stopping to flip Tyson off, before giving one final stomp. Austin plays to the crowd a little and comes back for more, but Tyson grabs his trunks and slings him into the turnbuckles face first. Tyson goes on the offense, peppering Austin with punches as the Rattlesnake covers up as best he can in the corner. Austin slips out of the corner and when Tyson turns, the former World Champion throws a haymaker but Austin pulls the referee in front and Tyson knocks him out cold. Tyson stares down the unconscious official and in that moment Austin kicks him in the gut and hits a Stone Cold Stunner! Austin makes the cover but there’s no one to count. Austin slides out of the ring and gathers a chair but when he gets back in Tyson attacks with a knee to the ribs. Tyson picks up the chair and begins to wear it out across Austin’s back. The match quickly devolves into a street brawl with Tyson finding the freedom to fight dirty very liberating. At the same time it’s right down Austin’s alley as well. When Tyson turns to toss the chair out and wake up the ref. When he looks back it’s just in time for Austin to hit a Thesz Press and rain down right hands. Austin is feeling it but that’s before Tyson goes downstairs and drops Austin to his knees. Tyson backs off, gives a little shimmy and lunges with a killer right hand but Austin ducks under it and when Tyson turns, he catches another boot and another Stunner. Austin makes the cover and the referee counts to a slow three with Tyson kicking out a fraction after the third slap of the mat. Winner by Pinfall: Stone Cold Steve Austin Grade: 75 </div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="ZDGfbWl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZDGfbWl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> <img alt="5bJ1Ac1.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5bJ1Ac1.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Austin climbs the ropes and celebrates with some beers tossed his way as Tyson remains on his back in the middle of the ring. Grade: 82 <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="ZDGfbWl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZDGfbWl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> <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" /> JR and the King hype the next big event, Unforgiven, which will come to us from the Greensboro Coliseum the last weekend of April. <img alt="WlkL4rm.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/WlkL4rm.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Grade: 90 <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="ZDGfbWl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZDGfbWl.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> <div style="text-align:center;"> <img alt="M9pFLPC.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/M9pFLPC.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> It’s the challengers who control the early moments with their size and power advantage. Both Road Dogg and Gunn are the victims of some southern aggression until Gunn hits a spinebuster on Phinneas and makes the tag. The champs go to work, isolating him in their corner and antagonizing Henry into entering the ring and distracting the referee allowing the Outlaws to double team Phinneas. Their luck runs out when Gunn misses a dropkick when Phinneas holds onto the ropes after an Irish Whip and he makes the hot tag to Henry who comes in and begins bowling over the champions. Gunn is flattened by a clothesline and when Road Dogg comes in, Henry stops him cold with a shoulder block, then throws Dogg over the top rope. The camera catches the moment he hits and he appears to land awkwardly on his left arm. In the ring, Gunn is the victim of a double suplex but the referee begins forcing Phinneas to leave the ring. Road Dogg slides into the ring after grabbing one of the tag title belts and when Henry turns around Dogg charges him but Henry ducks and Gunn, who had just stood up, gets clocked in the head. Phinneas comes back into the ring, flooring Road Dogg with a right hand as Henry makes the cover and gets the 1-2-3. Winners and new WWF Tag Team Champions: The Godwinns Grade: 61 </div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="ZDGfbWl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZDGfbWl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> <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" /><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" /> We see the replay of Road Dogg accidentally hitting Billy Gunn with one of the Tag Team Championship belts and Henry Godwinn making the cover. Grade: 52 <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="ZDGfbWl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZDGfbWl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> <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" /> JR and Lawler point out several celebrities and wrestling legends in the audience. <img alt="Hio6M5k.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Hio6M5k.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Sarah Michelle Gellar, the star of Buffy the Vampire Slayer <img alt="DvnjCPY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/DvnjCPY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Killer Kowalski <img alt="EzxTwHm.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/EzxTwHm.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Howard Stern, the “King of All Media” <img alt="SjoESV4.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/SjoESV4.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Classy Freddie Blassie <img alt="1UjumuP.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/1UjumuP.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Boston Red Sox Ace Pitcher, Pedro Martinez <img alt="ouDU6SS.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ouDU6SS.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Gorilla Monsoon <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="ZDGfbWl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZDGfbWl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> <img alt="rrPX9e2.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rrPX9e2.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" /> We see a long vignette replaying the buildup for the WWF Championship match between Shawn Michaels and Owen Hart. Grade: 90 <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;"> <img alt="s8PCWjt.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/s8PCWjt.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> Right off the bat Michaels and Hart lock up and it’s Michaels with the advantage. He chops Hart in the corner until his chest is red but suddenly Hart reverses it and gives him a dose of his own medicine. He then whips Michaels to the other corner and Michaels summersaults over the corner to the floor below. Hart doesn’t relent, going right out after the champion but Triple H and Chyna shield Michaels, that is, until Earl Hebner tells the other members of DX that they are outta there. They protest but they relent and eventually leave as Hart rolls Michaels back into the ring. Michaels begs off but Hart shows no mercy in keeping him on his heels. When Hart presses too much, Michaels takes advantage, sidestepping a charge into the corner and throwing Hart shoulder first into the post. Now Michaels has a target and he focuses like a hawk on the left arm. Every time Hart tries to turn the tide, Michaels goes back to the shoulder and it stops the challenger cold. Even when Hart can manage something like reversing an Irish Whip and dropkicking Michaels so perfectly it sends the champ over the ropes, Hart can’t follow through because he landed on the bad shoulder. Hebner is constantly checking on him but Hart keeps telling him he’s fine. Finally when Michaels climbs back onto the apron, Hart charges but Michaels flips over him and when Hart turns he catches Sweet Chin Music out of nowhere. Michaels makes the cover but at the last minute Hart puts his boot on the rope. Michaels continues to attack getting a couple more two counts but as JR points out every time Hart kicks out he’s further injuring that shoulder from the strain. Michaels puts him down with a shoulder breaker then climbs to the top. The champion flies but Hart moves and Michaels crashes and burns with his elbow drop. Hart, gritting his teeth, looks like he’s powering through the pain as he gets to his feet and begins using his good arm to batter Michaels with elbows, chops, and punches. Hart nails a picture perfect bridged Fisherman Suplex but Michaels kicks out. Lawler mentions that if Hart wasn’t hurt he may have been able to hold the champion there.They get to their feet and Michaels runs for a clothesline, but Hart ducks and runs to the ropes bounding off and they clothesline each other and land in a heap. The crowd begins to boo as the cameras catch someone coming down to ringside. <img alt="YtFobLO.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YtFobLO.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Vince McMahon begins to hover around the timekeeper as he catches the eye of referee. Michaels is getting up and again Hebner is checking on Hart, nearly leaning on him and keeping him on the mat. Michaels strikes quickly and grabs Hart’s legs, and begins trying to put him in the Sharpshooter but Hart is fighting it with everything he has. McMahon grabs the timekeeper’s hammer for the bell, waiting with very little patience for the signal when the crowd explodes. <img alt="5bJ1Ac1.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5bJ1Ac1.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Stone Cold Steve Austin comes down the ramp and collects a chair on the way. When McMahon finally sees him its too late and Austin crowns McMahon with a vicious chair shot to the head. Michaels sees this happen and stops momentarily, just enough for Hart to counter the maneuver his family made famous and he gets Michaels on his back and quickly into the Sharpshooter. Michaels is frantically trying to reach the ropes, which is coincidentally by Austin who flips Michaels off before he leaves. Michaels almost has the ropes when Hart drags him back to the center and he submits. Winner and new WWF World Heavyweight Champion: Owen Hart Grade: 90 </div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="ZDGfbWl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZDGfbWl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> <img alt="YtFobLO.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YtFobLO.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="rrPX9e2.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/rrPX9e2.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" /> We see a replay of Vince McMahon trying to screw Owen Hart only to be stopped when Stone Cold Steve Austin appeared and bashed McMahon over the head with a chair which lead to challenger surprising the champion and winning the title. Grade: 95 <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="ZDGfbWl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ZDGfbWl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> <img alt="9IQREL9.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/9IQREL9.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> When the replay ends we go back to Owen Hart who is clutching the WWF World Heavyweight Championship belt with tears in his eyes. He climbs to the rop and holds up the belt as the crowd cheers. JR thanks everyone for tuning in and urges us to watch RAW tomorrow night to see what the fallout will be. Grade: 84 Overall: 90

Pipers Pit · August 13, 2018

March 1998 Week 4

Nitro: 22.30 (16,789,560 viewers)

Raw: 20.87 (15,058,090 viewers)

*While many may be surprised by the push given to Owen Hart given the acrimony following Bret Hart’s departure in November, sources say that Vince McMahon decided his WrestleMania main event within a week of Survivor Series. “It just made sense and told a great story of family redemption.” How long Hart will hold the WWF Championship is anyone’s guess.

*As soon as WrestleMania went off the air, the WWF issued an official press release announcing that Mike Tyson had signed a long term deal with the WWF and also that Vince McMahon would be named Tyson’s professional promoter going forward. As previously mentioned, Tyson would likely not be a full time WWF performer as he looks to get back into boxing after his suspension. But if he does get back into a boxing ring, it appears he’ll have the McMahon promotion machine behind him. It’s also being hinted that Tyson may begin training in WWF’s Northeast development territory.

*We’re being told that tomorrow’s RAW is being pushed internally as the beginning of the build to WrestleMania XV. While this is a no brainer to some, we’ve been told that Vince McMahon already knows three of his top matches for next year’s spectacle and the groundwork will begin tomorrow night for long term stories.

*The Road Dogg suffered an arm injury in the tag title match and will be out of action roughly a month. The title switch was not a reaction to the injury however.

*There’s a sense that DX need something to freshen it up in the near future.

*Some are wondering if the Kane character will continue or if the man behind the mask, who was previously Isaac Yankem, DDS will be once again repackaged.\

*”Black Monday” hit the WWF today with several talents seeing their release. Skull and 8 Ball were released along with Tommy Rich and Bart Gunn. Chainz has been sent down to the New England development territory to be repackaged, effectively ending the DOA stable for good.

*There’s rumors that Bam Bam Bigelow is soon to be available as his ECW contract is coming up. WWF and WCW are both expected to be in the mix for his services.

*The WWF/ECW cross promotion has ended for now. While the two companies remain friendly and will likely work together again down the road, there is zero reason to expect any ECW contracted talent to be shown on WWF television again in the near future. That said, we now have learned some talents like the Sandman and Terry Funk have been working under a WWF contract and he has since left ECW. How many more talents will be leaving the Land of Extreme is unknown at this time.

*With the Rock now a babyface and Kane ‘buried’ there is a concern about a lack of strong major heels. We’re told that will be addressed over the next 2-3 months and was already planned for.

*Scott Steiner, in effect, finished up his WCW contract on Saturday with his loss to Booker T at Uncensored. In a final act of defiance, Steiner, skipped a planned road agent meeting before the show. There is alot of heat on him in the company and among the locker room and there was serious concern that he would not do business and make Booker look good on his way out the door. Following his match, Steiner left the building - didn't even shower. He is not expected to be with WCW tonight for Nitro from Toronto even though his contract does not expire until tomorrow. Internally, all expect the WWF to pick him up immediately as Steiner was telling people he's going to try to go north.

*Macho Man Randy Savage was interviewed on a local Sarasota Florida radio station about his retirement at the hands of Diamond Dallas Page last December at Starrcade. On what he's been doing since, he says that he has been relaxing at the beach and checking out all the pretty ladies and having a great time. The hosts then asked is he really retired and Savage responded, "A man's word is his bond. Obviously, I did not think that DDP would pin my shoulders to the mat and end my in ring career but, I said if he did I would retire. My word is my bond and the facts are the facts and Page pinned the Macho Man. I'm done in that ring. I'm not a wrestler anymore. But, that doesn't mean you have seen the last of the Macho Man. I can still fight, I am still nuts and maybe, just maybe, if the situation requires it...the Macho Man may pop up again to spread a little madness." Whether or not that is an angle that Savage is promoting or whether hes just keeping people guessing is speculation at this point. WCW sources say that Savage is on an extended vacation from WCW and that there are no plans in the immediate future to use him on any television capacity. He could be asked to sign autographs at on sale dates and be an ambassador for the company but they are sticking with the retirement angle at this time.

*Everyone backstage at Uncensored was pleasantly surprised with how well the pay per view was received by the fans. With Wrestlemania airing the next day, most expected this to be a sort of throw away show. That Uncensored was a legit sell out, did a massive pay per view buy (said to be over the 1.0 mark) and was a critical success among those that watched, its safe to say everyone is feeling good backstage tonight at Nitro.

*Goldberg is not at Nitro this week to sell the attack by The Giant.

*WCW and Hollywood Hulk Hogan have begun talks about a new contract. Most expect a deal to keep Hogan around the company while he finishes his movie. There has been no public talk about when and if he will return to television as of yet.

*WCW will be extremely busy this month with Nitro airing in Toronto (the first time Nitro will be outside of the states), several special house shows, Spring Stampede from Calgary to be headlined by Bret Hart vs Sting and the WCW Japan Supershow at the end of April. Eric Bischoff spoke with the talent and crew prior to Uncensored and thanked them for their hard work and asked them to hang on in April as it will be very busy for the company and he promised some time off for talents between May - August.

*Dennis Rodman is not at Nitro tonight and will not be expected to return to WCW until after the NBA season is over.

WWF Shotgun Saturday Night

-A highlight package for the WWF Tag Team Championship match at WrestleMania XIV between the New Age Outlaws and the Godwinns. (48)

-A pre-taped promo by WWF Champion Shawn Michaels (83)

-Kama defeated Steve Blackman via pinfall (63)

- A highlight package for the European Championship match at WrestleMania
XIV between Mankind and the Rock. (87)

-A pre taped promo by Paul Bearer (92)

-Flash Funk and Mark Henry defeated the Quebecers via pinfall. (54)

- A highlight package for the WWF Intercontinental Championship match at WrestleMania XIV between Triple H and Rowdy Roddy Piper (89)

-A pre taped promo by Stone Cold Steve Austin (100)

-Savio Vega defeated Bill DeMott via pinfall (54)

-The announcers ran down the full card for WrestleMania XIV (92)

Overall: 78

WCW World Wide

Sunday Week 4, March, 1998 – Worcester Memorial Auditorium– Worcester, Massachusetts

*Matt Hardy def Paul Roma

*Juventud Guerrera def Julio Dinero

Video airs of the Giant attacking Goldberg last night at Uncensored

*Rhonda Singh def Cutie Suzuki

Video airs looking back at Shane Douglas walking out of the submission match with Chris Benoit

Main Event: Curt Hennig def Dean Malenko

The announcers talk about how the nWo won at Uncensored and now they have a world title match in their future but in the immediate future its Bret Hart vs Sting at Spring Stampede. What will happen on Nitro live from Toronto?

Show Grade: 69

Pipers Pit · August 13, 2018

April 1998

*Note: Anyone on the roster for the first time will have a small picture for reference. The following month they’ll be listed as text only.

Champions

WWF World Champion

Intercontinental Champion

European Champion

World Tag Team Champions

In Ring Performers

Ahmed Johnson

Animal

Bart Gunn

Bill DeMott

Billy Gunn

Billy Smalls

Blackjack Bradshaw

Blackjack Windham

Bob Holly

Brian Christopher

Carl Ouelette

D’Lo Brown

El Dandy

Faarooq

Flash Funk

Goldust

Great Sasuke

Hawk

Henry O. Godwinn

Jacques Rougeau

Jeff Jarrett

Jerry Lynn

Justin Credible

Kama

Ken Shamrock

Mankind

Marc Mero

Mark Henry

Mosh

Nick Dinsmore

Owen Hart

Paul Diamond

Phineas I. Godwinn

Road Dogg

Rob Conway

Savio Vega

Scott Taylor

Shawn Michaels

Simon Landry

Steve Austin

Steve Blackman

Taka Michinoku

Terry Funk

Terry Gordy

The Patriot

The Rock

The Sandman

The Undertaker

Thrasher

Triple H

Vader

On Screen Personalities

Brother Love

Chad Patton

Chyna

Earl Hebner

Gerald Brisco

Jerry Lawler

Jim Cornette

Jim Ross

Marlena

Michael Cole

Mike Chioda

Pat Patterson

Rick Rude

Sable

Sgt Slaughter

Sunny

Tim White

Vince McMahon (Owner)

Champions

World Heavyweight Champion

United States Champion

Cruiserweight Champion

World Tag Team Champions

In Ring Performers

Blitzkrieg

Booker T

Brad Armstrong

Brian Knobbs

Bret Hart

Buff Bagwell

Chavo Guerrero Jr.

Chris Benoit

Chris Jericho

Curt Hennig

Dave Taylor

Davey Boy Smith

Dean Malenko

Diamond Dallas Page

Eddie Guerrero

Finlay

Goldberg

Guido

Heavy Metal

Hollywood Hulk Hogan

Jeff Hardy

Jerry Sags

Jim Neidhart

Julio Dinero

Jushin Liger

Juventud Guerrera

Kevin Nash

Kidman

Konnan

La Parka

Lodi

Matt Hardy

Meng

Psychosis

Raven

Ray Traylor

Rey Mysterio Jr.

Ric Flair

Rick Martel

Rick Steiner

Riggs

Richards

Saturn

Scott Hall

Scott Norton

Scott Steiner

Shane Douglas

Sick Boy

Stevie Ray

Sting

Super Crazy

Syxxx

The Barbarian

The Giant

Ultimo Dragon

On Screen Personalities

Arn Anderson

Billy Silverman

Bobby Heenan

Charles Robinson

Dusty Rhodes

Elizabeth

Eric Bischoff (WCW President)

Gene Okerlund

Jacquelyn

Jimmy Hart

JJ Dillon (Chairman of the WCW Executive Committee)

Kevin Sullivan

Kimberly Page

Larry Zbyszko

Madusa

Malia Hosaka

Mike Tenay

Nick Patrick

Paul Orndorff

Randy Anderson

Randy Savage

Rhonda Singh

Sonny Onoo

Ted Dibiase

Ted Turner (Owner)

Terry Taylor

Tony Schiavone

Woman

Kimberly · August 15, 2018

Episode #132 - "Canadian Invasion"

Forty-eight hours removed from the landscape changing Uncensored, Nitro comes to Toronto with a blockbuster main event.

This past Saturday the unthinkable happened. With all the odds evened and with everything against them, the nWo prevailed once again when Big Sexy Kevin Nash delivered a Jacknife Powerbomb onto World Heavyweight Champion Sting through a table. With the win secured, the Wolfpac now have a title match at a date and time and location of their choosing. What will the nWo do now that power is once again in their hands? WCW.com has learned that the Wolfpac will kick off Nitro with a celebration.

A fax came into WCW.com just this morning from the office of the Chairman of the Executive Committee, James J Dillion, stating that the main event of tonight's Nitro has been set. Though the nWo will no doubt celebrate their Uncensored victory, they must now worry because the main event will see The Outsiders team against WCW World Heavyweight Champion Sting and the man who challenges him at Spring Stampede, Canada's own Bret "the Hitman" Hart. What will happen when these four collide at the SkyDome?

Bobby Heenan's man has been revealed but the identity of this individual surprised everyone. At the conclusion of his vanquish of Raven, Goldberg was prepared to move on when the Brain made his way out. Goldberg rejected Heenan only to be attacked by the returning Giant who devastated the up and comer and apparently he has been Bobby's man all along. The Giant and Heenan will be on hand tonight on Nitro. How long has this been planned? And what is the status of Goldberg?

Also on Nitro: Eddie Guerrero will defend his United States Title against Heavy Metal and Booker T will take on Meng.

Join us for the first Nitro out of the United States in history. Join us when WCW Monday Nitro invades the famous SkyDome in Toronto, Canada, TONIGHT LIVE 8pm eastern / 5pm pacific and only on TNT.

Announced Matches:

WCW World Heavyweight Champion Sting & Bret Hart vs The Outsiders

Booker T vs Meng

WCW United States Title Match: Heavy Metal vs WCW United States Champion Eddie Guerrero

Kimberly · August 21, 2018

<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 132 Monday Week 1, April 1998 - SkyDome- Toronto, Canada</div> [Nitro opens to the closing moments of Saturday Night's Uncensored main event that sees Kevin Nash drop Sting with the Jackhammer through a table for the victory. The video then shows the celebration and then cuts to a live shot of the SkyDome from outside the building as fans are finishing coming inside. A special Nitro logo, with the Canadian Flag, is shown as Nitro goes to its opening video sequence. And then inside as the SkyDome is lit on fire by an amazing pyro show as Monday Nitro is on the air! Before the announcers can intro the show.... <iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/IYwXUxgszF0" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/IYwXUxgszF0"</a> frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen></iframe> The Wolfpac come out and theyre all waving Canadian flags in a mocking salute. They are all on cloud nine. Syxxx starts off talking about how its been a tumultuous few months for the nWo, had some reorganizing to do, but Saturday night everything got righted again when we smoked WCW's heroes. Scott Hall does a survey about who came to see WCW or the nWo and claims victory and then give the mic over to his best friend and the man that won the nWo the title shot, Big Sexy Kevin Nash. Nash goes to speak but before he can do, Curt Hennig is on his way down the aisle. He gets into the ring and congratulates the boys and acts like he was part of it all along. Nash asks him what is he doing. Curt says, hes joining the party with his buddies. Eric looks at him and says "where have you been for the last few months?" Hennig looks confused and Nash lays it out telling Curt that when you're nWo, you're nWo for life but that is something that Curt apparently forgot. For the last 3 months, Curt has wanted to stand on his own...and what did that get ya? A lost title, a title rematch lost and a career spiraling down. Now, you want to celebrate? No. The nWo guys tell Curt to leave the ring. He protests but he is threatened by Hall and finally leaves. Nash turns back to the matter at hand and thats celebrating their victory. Now, WCW has decided that they think they have power and can order us around tonight and put The Outsiders in a match? No. WCW doesnt push the nWo around and they sure as hell don't order the Wolfpac. Bischoff grabs the mic and says "in case you don't understand what we're saying WCW.....bite me. There will be no match cause we got to partayyy. Have a good night Toronto, we love ya". The nWo celebrate and head to the back. It appears the main event is off. As Nitro goes to break. ] Grade: 83 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ [Tony and the announcers welcome us back and put over the question of whether or not the main event of Sting & Bret vs The Outsiders will now happen. They then take us back to Saturday where we see Goldberg defeat Raven and Heenan comes out to celebrate only for it to be a set up as The Giant returns and decimates Goldberg. We are told that Goldberg suffered internal injuries to his throat from the choking by the Giant, was taken to a New York City hospital and will be released tomorrow morning. His return to WCW is in question at this time.] 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><div style="text-align:center;">Match #1: Blitzkrieg vs The Giant w/Bobby Heenan <img alt="mT01RXI.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/mT01RXI.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> [Following the match Heenan grabs a microphone. He says that he told the world that he would have his man, and here he is. "Two and a half years ago, this man entered WCW and became the youngest World Heavyweight Champion in the history of this sport. I saw in that debut a monster and also the continuation of a legacy. A legacy that I helped start in 1987 that sold out the Pontiac Silverdome. But this Giant became directionless and, I feared, hopeless. Meanwhile someone has emerged from obscurity to take the world by storm. Not since Hulk Hogan exploded onto the national scene has professional wrestling seen anything like Bill Goldberg. His ability to connect with you humanoids is uncanny and I know how this story ends. Like Hogan before him, Goldberg will take over this whole damned industry and that simply will not work. So someone has to stop him. And thats where The Giant came in. I went to him after Starrcade and told him that I can provide him direction. I can provide him money. I can give him goals. I can give him hope and together, we will win titles, we will become rich, we will destroy everything in our path because we will take over professional wrestling. And it all starts with you, Goldberg. You big dumb idiot, you're not taking over this place...we are. And there's nothing you can do to stop it." Heenan and the Giant laugh and leave the ring as Nitro goes to commercial with a graphic promoting the US title is on the line - Eddie Guerrero defends against Heavy Metal LIVE - Next.] Grade: 79 </div> </div></blockquote> ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ [A commercial for Spring Stampede airs. It features Bret Hart returning home to Calgary and giving a tour of his city to the camera. While he does that he talks about the history of Calgary and Stampede Wrestling. He promises to bring that history to life once more at WCW Spring Stampede. Sunday Week 3 April, 1998 LIVE and only on Pay Per View. ] 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><div style="text-align:center;">Match #2 - WCW United States Title Match: Heavy Metal vs WCW United States Champion Eddie Guerrero <img alt="5VemFAC.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5VemFAC.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> [Following the match: Konnan attacks Eddie from behind as he is celebrating. The assault is vicious and ends with a piledriver onto the title belt. Konnan grabs the belt and raises it over Eddie's unconscious body screaming in Spanish at Eddie who cannot respond..] Grade: 47 </div> </div></blockquote> ============================ [We go back to Uncensored and see how the Submission Match ended without resolution due to Shane Douglas fleeing from New York City. We are told that when Nitro returns, Douglas will be here and he will be forced to be in action when he takes on the Iceman Dean Malenko. What will happen when Shane Douglas meets Chris Benoit's best friend? Find out next when Nitro returns...we're live in Toronto only on TNT.] Grade: 51 ============================ <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><div style="text-align:center;">Match #3: Dean Malenko vs Shane Douglas w/Elizabeth <img alt="GVLd0mg.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GVLd0mg.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> [Following the match, Malenko and Benoit take turns decimating Douglas with Malenko locking in the Cloverleaf and at the same time, Benoit locking in the Crossface. Woman keeps Elizabeth at bay while Douglas is tortured. Eventually the three leave satisfied at the damage they've done while Douglas is attended to by WCW trainers.] Grade: 72 </div> </div></blockquote> ============================ [We are told that when we come back Mean Gene Okerlund will kick off hour #2 with WCW Executive Committee Chairman, James J Dillon, who has an important announcement for tonight's show. What is that announcement? Find out when Nitro returns LIVE.] Grade: 78 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ [Nitro returns and Mean Gene is at the Nitro set and welcomes to Toronto the Chairman of the WCW Executive Committee, James J Dillon. Dillon comes out and says that he has an important announcement for tonight's hour #2 but before we get to that, he needs to address what just happened. Now, JJ understands the anger and the feelings involved given what Shane Douglas has done to Ric Flair - who is also a friend to JJ - as well as what hes done to Chris Benoit. But, that level of attack is not appropriate and won't be tolerated. So this feud must end and it must be settled and settled it will be at Spring Stampede. Because at that event, it will be Chris Benoit vs Shane Douglas inside a Steel Cage. And to make sure Douglas cant run away, the cage will have a roof on top. But, until that night, Shane Douglas and Chris Benoit are ordered to not touch each other. If either one of them fail to adhere to that warning, the one that breaks it will be fired from WCW. Now, onto tonight. Earlier tonight we saw Eric Bischoff say bite m...Bischoff comes out interrupting JJ and says that since JJ used his name, he'd come out and look JJ directly in the face and say....bite me. JJ merely laughs and says Bischoff won't be saying that in a moment. Because the announced main event of The Outsiders against Bret Hart and WCW Champion, Sting, will happen. Bischoff again says bite me and says it won't. JJ says it will and here's why.....(Bischoff reads a legal document that is handed to him by JJ. Bischoff's face goes white and then red with anger as JJ tells us what it says): Scott Hall and Kevin Nash are contractually obligated to fight here tonight. And if they fail to do so, WCW will use exercise the penalty clause in their contracts. And WCW will immediately suspend and bar Scott Hall and Kevin Nash from competing in any WCW sanctioned event for a period of 1 year. Bischoff is ballistic and screams they cant do this and JJ says they can and they will. And then asks, if the Outsiders are gone, how will the nWo regain the WCW title? Bischoff is fuming but he has no choice...he says yes the match is on. As he goes to walk away, JJ says "one last thing, Eric. From all of us here in WCW.....bite me." JJ shoves past a stunned Eric as the crowd roars and Nitro goes to break with our main event back on.] Grade: 85 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ [Nitro returns to a commercial for the Japan SuperShow that will take place on Friday & Saturday - Week 4, April from Japan. It features DDP, Chris Jericho, Malia Hosaka, Jushin Liger and several other stars who flew to Tokyo yesterday. We are told that audio streaming of the WCW Japan SuperShow will air on WCW.com] 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><div style="text-align:center;">Match #4: Rey Mysterio & Juventud Guerrera vs Psychosis & Super Crazy <img alt="BVt9AH4.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/BVt9AH4.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> [Following the match we hear Guido's voice. He is in the crowd in a luxury box surrounded by beautiful women and the WCW Cruiserweight title. He gloats about his win and says that all of you are merely pretenders to his thrown. Long live the King of the Cruiserweights.] Grade: 41 </div> </div></blockquote> ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ [Nitro returns and welcomes his guests at this time - The Hardys. Matt & Jeff come out and they congratulate Dave Taylor & Finlay, now known as The Empire, on their WCW Tag Team Championship win last Monday on Nitro. And they would like it to be known that the Hardys respectfully ask for the first shot. This brings out The Nasty Boys who demand to know who in the hell do these punk kids think that they are? The Nasty Boys are veterans, have been champions in every major promotion in the world, including WCW. And now that theyre back its time to make WCW nastified once again. This brings out The Empire who says neither team has proven their worth as far as they are concerned. Eventually pushing and shoving happens and soon all three teams are brawling as Mean Gene runs for his life. Jeff Hardy is launched into the WCW sign by The Empire and there is chaos before officials finally break this all up but it is clear that the tag team division is heating up.] Grade: 46 ============================ <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">Match #5: Meng vs Booker T <img alt="Gm32xsL.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Gm32xsL.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> </div></blockquote> ============================ [We are taking our final commercial break. When we come back it will be the main event. Sting & Bret Hart take on The Outsiders - LIVE NEXT on Nitro. Don't you dare go anywhere.] Grade: 77 ============================[/b] <div style="text-align:center;">******FINAL 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><div style="text-align:center;">Match #6 - NITRO MAIN EVENT <img alt="tbNhG6m.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tbNhG6m.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="6SIVcjQ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/6SIVcjQ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> </div></div></blockquote> [Following the match, the announcers point out that Bret was blinded so he couldn't have seen anything. But the fact remains that he took out his partner. Bret is out cold on the floor. Sting is outcold inside the ring from the chair shot. The Wolfpac gather in the ring and look down at the carnage, laughing and high fiving to a chorus of boos as Monday Nitro goes off the air. Grade: 85 Final Overall Grade: 77

Pipers Pit · August 21, 2018

<div style="text-align:center;"><iframe width="400" height="200" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/0MpBc-1NZto" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/0MpBc-1NZto"</a> frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen></iframe> <img alt="h9DoSNY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/h9DoSNY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> We see a still image recap of the big moments of last night’s WrestleMania XIV, including a Sable Bomb. The Nation turning on the Rock, Kane and Paul Bearer being buried by the Undertaker, and Owen Hart winning the WWF Championship after some interaction between Vince McMahon and Stone Cold Steve Austin. Grade: 100 <div style="text-align:center;"><iframe width="400" height="200" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/a84XAkQziYo?rel=0" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/a84XAkQziYo?rel=0"</a> frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> APRIL WEEK 1-----BOSTON GARDEN----BOSTON, MA-----15,000 IN ATTENDANCE (SELL OUT)</div> <img alt="HRWdkpM.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/HRWdkpM.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> When the show begins, WWF Owner Vince McMahon is already in the ring. He’s flanked by four police officers and wearing a neckbrace. He says that last night he was assaulted and nearly paralyzed by Stone Cold Steve Austin for no reason whatsoever and tonight if Austin lays one finger on him, Austin will be spending the night in jail. Now, with that said, tonight he is also here to announce the brand new WWF Commissioner. And after last night he’s finally got something to smile about. Ladies and Gentlemen, the new Commissioner of the World Wrestling Federation……...Shane McMahon! <img alt="YbN3BYQ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YbN3BYQ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Vince’s son comes down to the ring and shakes hands with his father when a hug is too much physicality for the owner, but before the younger McMahon can address the crowd…….. <iframe width="300" height="150" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Sk6qL0cGkH8?rel=0" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/Sk6qL0cGkH8?rel=0"</a> frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen></iframe> <img alt="Niv1AtO.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Niv1AtO.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Austin comes down to the ring and everyone’s on edge. Austin gets in and does his four corners walk before saying that all of this with the cops is completely unnecessary. All Vince had to do was come to him man to man and they could settle this. But Austin questions what would happen if he touched him tonight. Vince meekly repeats he’d be arrested. Austin asks him to speak up. McMahon repeats himself. Austin says he’s a little deaf, and gets in close to Vince which tenses the cops. He says he needs him to say it one more time. Vince raises his voice and says that Austin will be spending the night in jail. Austin nods but says that Vince needs to remember that he just beat the baddest man on the planet last night and he don’t fear no man in that jail, in this ring or on this planet. Shane tries to interject but Austin points at him and tells him to shut up. Austin turns his eyes back to Vince and says that if he’s going to go to jail, guaran-damn-teed, he’ll be out of jail before Vince gets out of the hospital and he suddenly kicks Vince in the gut and drops him with a stunner as the crowd explodes. The cops are all over Austin and get him handcuffed as he’s down on his chest talking trash to Vince who is being checked on by Shane. The cops drag Austin out of the ring and up the ramp as he says he’s not done with the McMahons yet. Grade: 100 <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="Niv1AtO.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Niv1AtO.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="HRWdkpM.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/HRWdkpM.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="YbN3BYQ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YbN3BYQ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> When we come back from the commercial break we see a replay of Stone Cold Steve Austin getting arrested after attacking Vince McMahon who had just name his son Shane as the new Commissioner. Grade: 77 <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.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" /><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" /> Jim Cornette and the Blackjacks are in the ring and Cornette lays the blame for last night’s loss to the ECW faction directly at the feet of Tommy Rich. He goes onto say that we’ll never see Rich again because he’s a loser and Cornette only associates with winners! Grade: 57 <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.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="G1sdG1k.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/G1sdG1k.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="wcKWnHp.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wcKWnHp.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="5kM5ykY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5kM5ykY.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 are able to use their strength and size to their advantage against Flash Funk and it works for awhile but when he makes the tag to Henry that goes out the window. Henry shows incredible strength tossing each of the Blackjacks around like they’re a hundred pounds less. A series of running splashes in the corners to each of them leaves Windham rolling out of the ring and Bradshaw face down. Flash gets the tag back in and goes to the top hitting a 450 splash onto Bradshaw’s back before rolling him over for the pin. Winners by Pinfall: Mark Henry and Flash Funk: Grade: 63 </div></blockquote> <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.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" /><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 Cornette is berating the Blackjacks following their loss and he swings his racket at Windham who catches it. Cornette looks scared and apologetic but a moment later Bradshaw floors Cornette with a powerful lariat and they both leave,him in the ring. Grade: 62 <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.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="s26C3R9.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/s26C3R9.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> JR and the King announce a big match for RAW’s trip to the UK next week. Lawler comments that Jarrett may win by forfeit if Austin is still in jail! <img alt="NUSZqQz.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/NUSZqQz.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Grade: 80 <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.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="LRqzmza.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/LRqzmza.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="5kM5ykY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5kM5ykY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="2C31wjo.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/2C31wjo.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> DeMott is on his heels from the opening bell as Landry goes to work on him with a series of kicks and strikes and once he’s got his opponent staggered Landry hits a running kneelift in the corner, then another. DeMott is barely on his feet as Landry bounds off the ropes and hits a slingblade clothesline. Feeling the energy of the crowd cheering him on, Landry goes to the top and nails DeMott with a missile dropkick before signaling that its time to end the match. He picks DeMott up on his shoulders before shoving him over his head and with Demott on his way to that mat, Landry’s knee connects against his temple. JR comments that Landry just put Demott to sleep as the referee counts to three. Winner by Pinfall: Simon Landry: Grade: 62 </div></blockquote> <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="K8om2AL.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/K8om2AL.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="3WoDCvV.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/3WoDCvV.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="qbKTBoR.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/qbKTBoR.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Backstage, the cameras catch sight of the Awakening manhandling the Patriot. They bounce him off the metal garage door before they deliver a double chokeslam through a table. Medical staff and officials rush to help him as the Awakening and Ravishing Rick Rude just laugh and go along their way. Grade: 41 <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="Q0og2UK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Q0og2UK.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" /> We go to a vignette where Goldust and Marlena are sitting in their director chairs. Goldust says that WrestleMania was worthy of an Academy Award with of course himself as Best Actor for his portrayal as an injured hero overcoming his arch nemesis. But he wants to make sure that Ahmed, as he rests in his hospital bed, can understand the number one rule of Hollywood. If there’s money to be made there’s always room for a sequel. In four weeks at Unforgiven perhaps that sequel can be shot if Ahmed has a shred of pride and accepts the challenge and if he does the world will see the global premiere of Goldust’s next project….The Destruction of the Pearl River Punk. Grade: 64 <div style="text-align:center;"> <iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/WeUhyfKElUI?rel=0" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/WeUhyfKElUI?rel=0"</a> frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> </div> <img alt="zZBdq37.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/zZBdq37.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="EKc06Q2.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/EKc06Q2.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="5CegNHl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5CegNHl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> DX comes down to the ring and if Michaels looks intense as we’ve seen him in a long time, Triple H looks as smug. Michaels says that every great general at some point has lost a battle. And what makes them great is that they regroup, they strategize, they come back better the next time. Owen Hart can have his little celebration and he can enjoy his fifteen minutes in the spotlight because tonight there are two things the world needs to know. The first is that at Unforgiven in four weeks, Michaels is invoking his rematch clause. And the second, is that when that match happens DX will be stronger, larger, and better than ever because tonight is the beginning of the DX Army. He throws the mic in disgust as Triple H who still is smirking and Chyna follow him out. Grade: 96 <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.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="a8UoPC6.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/a8UoPC6.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="5kM5ykY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5kM5ykY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="X3ekckd.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/X3ekckd.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Mero appears terrified during the Undertaker’s entrance and with good reason. As soon as the bell ring he tries to box the Deadman but instantly regrets that decision when the Undertaker blocks Mero’s initial punches then retaliates with big rights and lefts backing Mero into the corner. Mero is whipped to the other corner and the Undertaker follows with a running big boot. Mero is slumped in the corner but the Undertaker shows no mercy, dragging him to the middle of the ring before reaching down and grabbing him by the throat. The Undertaker yanks Mero up to his feet by his throat before lifting him again and delivering a big chokeslam. Drawing his thumb across his throat, the Undertaker excites the crowd to their feet as he scoops up Mero and delivers a Tombstone in the middle of the ring for the win. Winner by Pinfall: The Undertaker Grade: 78 </div></blockquote> <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="a8UoPC6.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/a8UoPC6.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" /> As the Undertaker kneels in a purple light celebrating his victory, he’s suddenly blasted from behind by Vader. The Mastodon rains right hands down on him, before hitting a belly to belly suplex. The Undertaker begins to sit up but Vader flattens him with a splash. Undertaker tries to sit up again, obviously hurting, but Vader drops a series of elbows, then drags him to the corner and hits a Vader Bomb. This time the Undertaker doesn’t sit up and Vader plays to the crowd before leaving the ring. When he’s up at the top of the ramp the lights suddenly go out and the gong sounds. When the lights come back on, the Undertaker is gone from the ring and now Vader appears a little less confident than he did moments before. Grade: 84 <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.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="s26C3R9.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/s26C3R9.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="hdqZRQj.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/hdqZRQj.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> JR and the King remind us that coming up later tonight will be a celebration for the new WWF Champion, Owen Hart. Grade: 76 <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="oAa4VkC.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/oAa4VkC.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="d4nSNPM.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/d4nSNPM.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Sable is backstage signing some autographs when Sunny comes barging up to her, demanding to know just who in the hell Sable thinks she is. Sable is taken aback momentarily but then collects herself and says she’s the woman whose taken Sunny’s place in the hearts, minds, and fantasies of men all over the world. Sunny slaps Sable across the face and they begin fighting. Officials come in and pull them apart but its clear they’re not done with each other. Grade: 68 <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.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="Utfbxev.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Utfbxev.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="5kM5ykY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5kM5ykY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="QwdKUWM.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/QwdKUWM.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The Sandman comes down through the crowd with his usual entrance, busting himself open with a beer can on the way. When he gets in the ring, still holding a singapore cane, Holly is in his face, trying to apparently intimidate Sandman. The bell hasn’t rung yet as the referee is asking Sandman to give up the cane. Finally he’s had enough and Sandman whacks Holly with the cane right over the head. He then throws it to the outside and the bell rings. Holly staggers around in a circle and when he comes around again Sandman hits a piledriver for the win. Winner by Pinfall: The Sandman Grade: 53 </div></blockquote> <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="Pp3A3KT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Pp3A3KT.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" /><img alt="jX3hauN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/jX3hauN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="zsclkeT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/zsclkeT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> We get a recap of how the Nation of Domination turned on the Rock following his loss to Mankind for the WWF European Championship and how Mankind came to help him, thus cementing perhaps a new mutual respect between the two. Grade: 75 <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.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="jX3hauN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/jX3hauN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="5kM5ykY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5kM5ykY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Pp3A3KT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Pp3A3KT.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The months of animosity and building tensions between these two are still evident and fresh from the opening bell through the match. A very physical and hard hitting match, which sees Faarooq control most of the match but the Rock keeps fighting, including a remarkable spot where the Rock delivers a Samoan Drop off the second rope which gets a very close two count. Now the Rock is feeling it and when Faarooq staggers to his feet the Rock drives him right back down with a Rock Bottom before kicking up to his feet. The crows is buzzing as the Rock stands over Faarooq and kicks his former mentor’s arm into his body before he takes off his elbow pad. The Rock bounds to one rope, then to the other jumping over the fallen Nation leader but when he closes in he’s met by a big clothesline from Kama. D’Lo is right behind him and the referee calls for the bell as the beatdown commences. Winner by Disqualification: The Rock Grade: 80 </div></blockquote> <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="Pp3A3KT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Pp3A3KT.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" /><img alt="jX3hauN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/jX3hauN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The bell continues to ring as Kama and D’Lo along with Faarooq triple team the Rock and as much as tries he can’t overcome those numbers. Faarooq tells them to get him to his feet so he can deliver a Dominator when the crowd begins to cheer. <img alt="G1sdG1k.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/G1sdG1k.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="wcKWnHp.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wcKWnHp.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Flash Funk and Mark Henry come running down to the ring and they quickly clear it. As Flash Funk helps the Rock to his feet, Henry stands guard, and the Nation clearly wants no part of him tonight. Grade: 67 <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="hdqZRQj.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/hdqZRQj.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The new WWF Champion Owen Hart comes down to the ring and gets on the mic. He says last night he set things right, and brought the belt back home to where it belongs. He wants to be a champion people can admire, someone parents don't have to explain to their kids. He goes on to say that he knows that he's now the hunted but that doesn't bother him at all and speaking of hunted, earlier, Shawn Michaels mentioned a rematch in four weeks at Unforgiven...... <iframe width="300" height="150" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/aI-YCKqMqxc?rel=0" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/aI-YCKqMqxc?rel=0"</a> frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen></iframe> <img alt="zZBdq37.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/zZBdq37.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="EKc06Q2.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/EKc06Q2.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="5CegNHl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5CegNHl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> DX comes down the ramp but they stop at the bottom. Michaels says he wants Hart to enjoy the fact he's the luckiest man on the face of the earth. Last night HBK made a momentary mistake, a lapse of concentration, and he paid for it. But in four weeks at Unforgiven he won't make that mistake again. Owen replies that it won't change the outcome. At Unforgiven, Michaels will tap out again and the title will stay right where it is. DX begin to grin, then laugh out loud. Hart quickly grows annoyed and asks what's so funny. Michaels shrugs before slowly walking up the stairs. Before he steps through the ropes he tells Owen that the funny thing is, and he didn't think this was possible, Owen is even stupider than his brother. Owen charges Michaels but he jumps down to the floor. But from behind Owen, two young men enter the ring <img alt="K2FU7Uo.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/K2FU7Uo.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="hJtUSRw.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/hJtUSRw.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> When Owen gets the sense that someone is behind him he looks behind him and is almost turned inside out with a spear. Down, and clutching his ribs, the champion is easy target as all the members of DX get in and begin attacking. The two newcomers pick Hart up before Triple H kicks him in the stomach and delivers a Pedigree. But they're not done. Michaels climbs to the top and after they rolls Owen onto his back HBK flies off with a big elbow driven right into the chest of Hart. Each of the four men climb the turnbuckles flashing the X sign as Chyna looms over the fallen champion as the show goes off the air. Grade: 85 OVERALL: 89

crackerjack · August 21, 2018

I'm a bit behind, but that was a heck of a Mania! Excited to see where Tyson goes from here once he's out of development.

Also, E&C are here! Nice way to reboot DX.

Pipers Pit · August 24, 2018

<div style="text-align:center;"> <img alt="WAY93jt.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/WAY93jt.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 style="text-align:center;"><div>April 1998 Week 1 <img alt="wXmf7Aa.png" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wXmf7Aa.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Nitro: 20.93 (15,873,177 viewers) <img alt="LSUd17t.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/LSUd17t.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Raw: 20.50 (15,143,207 viewers)</div></div><div></div></blockquote> *WCW felt their first Nitro in Canada was a work in progress. The company is aware that it will take time to grow their international expansion and it will be one of the biggest focus of the company for the rest of 1998 and into 1999. There is talk of a Canadian only pay per view for 1999 but that is not anywhere near any action stage. *Hollywood Hulk Hogan quietly signed a new deal with WCW after a meeting with Eric Bischoff in Los Angeles a week ago. We are told that the storyline for Hogan's eventual return to television was locked in. Expect Hogan back on tv by Bash at the Beach in July. *WCW is considering scaling back pay per views to maybe 10 a year instead of 12 with the feeling that some shows need longer time for proper build. *Some in WCW are wondering if ECW will be able to hold on for another year. The company is not a major draw and with the WWF and, to a lesser extent WCW, raiding their marquee talent, its being speculated that Heyman's company won't be able to hang on. Some inside WCW believe that the company would seek to acquire ECW if they go bankrupt. *WCW and TBS decided to end the weekly airing of WCW World Wide which will make it the first time that the show has not aired in some form since the Jim Crockett era. The reasoning behind it is that the company will be running more special house shows usually on Sunday's and they don't need the relative little income that they were receiving from TBS for the show. There are no plans to phase out WCW Saturday Night however. *Jacquelyn and Terry Taylor each signed new deals with the company. Jacquelyn is expected to return to television sometime this year. *The WWF is celebrating what is being considered the most successful WrestleMania in history. There is a lot of excitement surrounding the new storylines and vision for the product for the remainder of the year with several long term storylines in the works. *To the surprise of few the WWF came to terms with Scott Steiner. However there is no word about when he’ll debut. *The naming of Shane McMahon as the new WWF Commissioner has been in the works for awhile with the younger McMahon wanting to begin an on-camera role. It wouldn’t be a bad bet to think the storyline with the McMahons and Steve Austin to continue for awhile. *It may or may not be noteworthy that the WWF left Kane and Paul Bearer off their monthly listed roster. There are still rumors that Kane’s performer will be repackaged down the line. *Look for another debut this week on RAW. *There is a lot of buzz about WWF making a major announcement towards the end of the month. We’re currently picking through reports that WWF has been in the midst of a massive hiring spree to bolster the roster though it may be unrelated to the announcement. </div> ========================================================================= <div style="text-align:center;"><iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/qYlY4ml20sM?rel=0" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/qYlY4ml20sM?rel=0"</a> frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen></iframe> Mair Hall----Poughkeepsie, NY-----3,050 in attendance</div> Michael Cole and Jerry the King Lawler welcome us to the show and run down the matches for the night, giving heavy attention to the main event of Vader versus Steve Blackman. Grade: 55 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> We’re taken to a pre-taped promo with Ravishing Rick Rude standing in front of the Awakening. He says that on Monday they sent a message but he’s not sure if it got through. So this Monday, in London, they’ll send another one...loud and clear. 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> The Awakening vs Adam Pearce and Ace Steele These two young men who were given the opportunity to be on national television pay dearly for their mistake as Awesome and Clarke decimate them from start to finish without them even getting in so much as a punch. On the plus side they do a good job of selling the beatdown but finally it’s put to an end when the Awakening hit their powerbomb neckbreaker for the win. Winners by Pinfall: The Awakening Grade: 41 </div></blockquote> <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A replay of the ‘new’ DX’s attack on WWF Champion Owen Hart is shown. Grade: 84 <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>Ahmed Johnson vs Terry Gordy A battle of two big men, but by and large it’s Johnson who’s in control. He’s no longer sporting the eye patch from the injury suffered at the hands of Goldust. Gordy hangs in there but he’s no match for Johnson who finishes him off with a shoulder tackle from the second rope. Winner by Pinfall: Ahmed Johnson 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" /> Following his victory, Johnson is about to leave the ring when Goldust appears on the Titantron. Goldust says that he’s looking forward to seeing Ahmed in London where he can sign the contract to star in Pearl River Punk. But Goldust understands if Ahmed isn’t a real man and refuses to fight him because not everyone can be as manly as he is. Johnson is clearly infuriated and storms to the back. Cole suggests that Goldust may get more than he bargained for in London this Monday. Grade: 90 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A video replay of Vader’s attack on the Undertaker from last Monday is shown. Grade: 89 <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>Vader vs Steve Blackman Blackman begins the match on fire with a series of strikes that keeps Vader on his heels but its not long before the masked man takes over when he flattens Blackman with a splash in the corner. From there it’s just Vader hitting some power moves and punishing Blackman before the Vaderbomb for the victory. Winner by Pinfall: Vader Grade: 76 </div></blockquote> <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> To close the show the announcers hype the pre-announced match this Monday which will see Stone Cold Steve Austin go one on one with Jeff Jarrett when RAW visits the UK Grade: 82 Overall: 79 ================================================================================ <div style="text-align:center;"> <iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kZfl3UNrL9A?rel=0" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/kZfl3UNrL9A?rel=0"</a> frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen></iframe> Sullivan Athletic Center-----Chicago, IL----3,000 in attendance.</div> Michael Cole and Jerry Lawler open the show and run down the known matches for tonight especially highlighting the Rock versus Billy Gunn Grade: 82 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> We see a replay of Vince McMahon naming his son Shane as the new WWF Commissioner and then Stone Cold Steve Austin crashing the party from this past Monday night. 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>Nick Dinsmore and Rob Conway vs The Headbangers In an even match, both teams get their time on offense but towards the end Mosh goes for an ill-advised cross body block off the top which allows Dinsmore to tag in. He goes on the attack, hitting a series of suplexes finally finishing him off with a bridged German suplex as Conway ensured Thrasher couldn’t break up the count. Winners by Pinfall: Nick Dinsmore and Rob Conway] Grade: 57 </div></blockquote> <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A video package is shown highlighting Vader’s attack on the Undertaker and then the mysterious disappearance of the Deadman. Grade: 87 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Cole tells us that this Monday night, Dude Love will be on hand to hold an open challenge for the WWE European Championship. Grade: 79 <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>Mark Henry vs Bull Buchannan Former Truth Commission member Recon was seen here under a new name of Bull Buchannan. In the end a name change didn’t matter much as Mark Henry dominated the short match which ended when he slapped on the side headlock and Buchannan went night-night. Winner by Submission: Mark Henry Grade: 44 </div></blockquote> <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Lawler excitedly informs us that this Monday night on RAW, DX will there and they have a big announcement! Grade: 88 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> We now see a vignette of the new WWF Tag Team Champions, the Godwinns as they spent the last week in their home town celebrating their victory with the locals. Lawler comments that if you add up all the IQs in that town you average lower than the speed limit. Grade: 54 <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>The Rock vs Billy Gunn These two really went at it, with Cole reminding the audience that Gunn’s partner the Road Dogg suffered an arm injury at WrestleMania. While Gunn controlled the early minutes the Rock tunned it on in the second half hitting a series of clotheslines and a spinebuster which got a two count. The Rock waited patiently and when Gunn got up he turned around right into a Rock Bottom that got the 1-2-3. Winner by Pinfall: The Rock Grade: 80 </div></blockquote> <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Following the match the Rock gets on the mic and says that a week ago he learned what freedom really means and now from the outside looking in, he can see the Nation of Domination is nothing but a bunch of candyasses hiding behind tough talk so he’s got a little challenge for them. At Unforgiven, a little six man tag and to show them what a gentleman he is, the Rock is going to send a written challenge via carrier pigeon all the way to London so that Faarooq can get it, then he can pass it off to D’Lo Brown because his dumbass can’t read, and then D’Lo can take that bird, pet it real nice on the top of it’s head, turn that sum’bitch sideways and shove it straight up his candyass right next to the gerbil he got for christmas if you smell what the Rock is cooking! Grade: 88 Overall: 79 ==================================================================== <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ZnLSKAdcFHs/T-FK-kFNAPI/AAAAAAAAFCM/J6MIzfyNpxI/s1600/vlcsnap-2012-06-19-23h00m27s129.png WCW Saturday Night Saturday Week 1, April, 1998 –Dickens Athletic Center– Chicago, Illinois *The Empire def Barry Horowitz & Devon Storm in a WCW Tag Team Title defense We are told that this week on Nitro, The Hardys are in action. *Heavy Metal def Sean Morley Video of The Giant's WCW return and destruction of Goldberg Interview with Shane Douglas & Elizabeth who promise that at Spring Stampede they will cripple the Crippler *Chris Jericho def Richards by Submission Main Event: Curt Hennig def Jushin Liger Show Grade: 75</div></div></blockquote>

Kimberly · August 24, 2018

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WCW Live: Tupelo

Sunday Week 1 April, 1998 – Tupelo Coliseum - Tupelo, Mississippi - Attendance: 10,000 Sold Out

*Goldberg def Mr. Hughes

Following the match, The Giant attacked Goldberg once more.

*The Empire def Super Calo & Ultimo Dragon in a WCW Tag Team Title Match

Shane Douglas cuts a promo promising to break Benoit's neck at Spring Stampede

*Syxxx def Jamie Noble

Chris Jericho & Diamond Dallas Page come out and challenge Hall & Nash to a match in the main event.

**Intermission**

*Eddie Guerrero def Konnan by disqualifcation when Konnan uses a chair

*Jeff Hardy def Brian Knobbs

Bret Hart cuts a promo promising to talk to Sting face to face tomorrow night on Nitro from Miami

*Diamond Dallas Page & Chris Jericho defeat The Outsiders when Scott Hall eats the Diamond Cutter

David Penzer thanks the fans for coming. Tells everyone to be at the Miami Arena tomorrow night for Nitro or watch it LIVE on TNT and we will see you soon, Tupelo. Good night.

Show Grade: 79</div>

Kimberly · August 29, 2018

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Episode #133 - "Miami Heat"

With less than 2 weeks until Spring Stampede, professional wrestling's #1 program rolls into Miami.

Last week on Nitro, a blinded Bret Hart accidentally hit Sting in the face with a steel chair knocking the champion out and allowing The Outsiders a win. WCW.com has learned that Bret Hart has tried to communicate with Sting all week but to no avail. Our spies tell us that the Hitman will call Sting out on Nitro to right their differences. Speaking of Bret, he will be in our main event when he takes on Syxxx of the Wolfpac in one - on - one action. How will Sting respond? Will the Wolfpac sew even more differences into the union of the Champ and the Hitman?

Last week on Nitro, the steel cage match between Shane Douglas and Chris Benoit was set for Spring Stampede as was an order that the two could not touch. Given the set up that Dean Malenko and Benoit orchestrated for Douglas, Shane has asked for a rematch with Dean Malenko live on Nitro. Will Benoit be able to keep his hands off the Franchise when Douglas takes on the Crippler's best friend?

The Giant has returned to WCW and has done so in a devastating fashion targeting Goldberg. We have not seen or heard from "Da Man" since Uncensored. This week on Nitro we are hoping to receive an update on the condition of Goldberg. The Giant will be in action as well.

At Spring Stampede Booker T will take on the Dog Faced Gremlin, Rick Steiner, as part of his goal to settle the beef that remains between them. But they will have to figure out a way to work together as WCW Executive Committee Chairman, JJ Dillon, has booked Booker T and Rick in a tag team match. Their opponents? The new WCW World Tag Team Champions, The Empire. Can these two enemies win gold?

Last week on Nitro, Konnan attacked Eddie Guerrero and laid him out. Was the US title the reason that Konnan targeted Eddie or is there something deeper. Konnan will be on hand to address his actions.

Nitro is LIVE from the Miami Arena this Monday. Don't miss the explosion only on TNT.

Announced Matches:

Bret Hart vs Syxxx

WCW World Tag Team Titles: Booker T & Rick Steiner vs The Empire

Shane Douglas vs Dean Malenko

The Giant in action</div>

Kimberly · September 10, 2018

<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 133 Monday Week 2, April 1998 - Miami Arena - Miami, Florida</div> [Nitro opens with footage from last week... Syxxx blinding Bret, Bret accidentally nailing Sting with a chair, both Bret and Sting out cold as the nWo celebrates before cutting into a live shot of the Miami Arena parking lot. We see DDP and Chris Jericho meet a limo that has arrived. The door opens and its Bret Hart who has arrived. Hart asks "is he here?" And Page says "we don't know". Hart shakes his head in frustration and Jericho slaps an arm over his shoulders as the three walk into the arena.] Grade: 77 ============================ [Nitro's usual intro airs and then a live shot of the Miami Arena is shown as pro wrestling's #1 program comes on the air. But instead of the pyro we immediately get: <iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/UI2tuRJYHjU" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/UI2tuRJYHjU"</a> frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen></iframe> Bret Hart comes right out to the ring after arriving in the building. He is flanked by Page and Jericho and they are scanning the rafters as they enter the ring. Bret says he needs to clear up what happened last week right here and right now. For seven days he has tried to reach out to Sting to clear the air but it's hard to reach a mute and a man that hangs in the rafters. "So Sting, if you're up there...please come down." Page, Jericho and Hart look to the ceiling but no Sting. Page takes the mic and calls for Stinger to please come down so that they can fix this but to no avail. Jericho takes the mic and says that it was "soooo brave" of the nWo to attack Sting and Bret last week knowing that Page and Jericho were in Japan promoting the WCW Japan SuperShow. "But, guess what ass clowns, we're here now. And we'll be in this ring in 13 days at Spring Stampede ready to fight." Page says "thats right, because the WCW Executive Committee has given us a chance to kick some ass. So at Spring Stampede it will be DDP and Chris Jericho against...The Outsiders." The crowd cheers at that and Bret takes the mic back. He says that though they can't see him up there, Bret can feel in his bones that Sting is in this building tonight. And later on in the show, Bret is gonna walk back out here like a man and ask one more time for Sting to come out and listen to Bret. Sting has a choice to make tonight...he can hide in the shadows or he can be a man and shake Bret's hand. "The choice is yours, Stinger. I'll see you later tonight." Bret, Page and Jericho walk to the back as Nitro goes to its first commercial break.] Grade: 100 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ [Nitro returns from commercial with a video of a man in darkness in an alley. We can see rats and sewage on the ground. He walks around before landing against a wall and sliding down to the ground. We can hear Raven speak without seeing his mouth: "Embarrassed. Humiliated. Destroyed. These words are nothing to me. I've experienced this darkness my whole life. And I failed at bringing the soul of Goldberg to the light. It's time to refocus my energy. Its time to find my way. The Flock is disbanded. I'm off to find the light. Quote the Raven, Nevermore." Raven gets up and we see him take his leather jacket off. He walks down the alley and turns the corner into the 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><div style="text-align:center;">Match #1: Doug Gilbert vs The Giant w/Bobby Heenan <img alt="nPtaOyO.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/nPtaOyO.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> [Following the match, Heenan orders The Giant to continue the decimation screaming "he's Goldberg!" over and over again. Eventually officials run in and save from the vicious attack with Heenan and his Giant leaving with sick smiles on their faces.] Grade: 64 </div> </div></blockquote> ============================ [The announcers take us back to last week on Nitro. We see Konnan's brutal attack on Eddie Guerrero and we are told that at Spring Stampede Eddie will defend his US title against Konnan. The announcers tell us that when we return, Mean Gene Okerlund will interview Konnan and try to find out what was this all about. That's next on Nitro.] Grade: 75 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ [Nitro returns and Mean Gene is at the Nitro set and welcomes his guest at this time...Konnan. Konnan comes out to a chorus of boos and before Gene can even ask what last week was all about, Konnan launches a tirade against Eddie. He brings up their history in AAA. He brings up how it was Konnan that brought Eddie to America in that bingo hall in Philly. It was Konnan that brought Eddie to WCW. It was Konnan looking out for him and what did Eddie Guerrero do when he started making it big? He forgot who made it all possible for him. Well, that's disrespect. And in Mexico, holmes, when you disrespect a man you get sliced up and left for dead. And Eddie has disrespected Konnan for far too long. At Spring Stampede K-Dawg is coming for Eddie's heart, K-Dawg is coming for Eddie's title and K-Dawg is coming for Eddies life. Viva la raza.] Grade: 69 ============================ <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">Match #2 - The Harris Brothers vs The Hardys <img alt="6t0BmpS.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/6t0BmpS.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> [Following the match, the Nastys continue their assault on the Hardys. After awhile this lady takes their hands and they leave together celebrating in the destruction of the Hardys.] Grade: 57 </div> </div></blockquote> ============================ [The announcers take us back to earlier tonight. We are reminded that Bret Hart will call out Sting later on but, the Hitman is in action next against Syxxx of the nWo. Its Hour Number 2. It's Bret Hart vs Syxxx . It's Nitro LIVE from Miami...don't go anywhere.] Grade: 76 ============================ <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><div style="text-align:center;">Match #3 - Hour #2 Kickoff: Syxx vs Bret "Hitman" Hart <img alt="W4H6FRa.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/W4H6FRa.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> [Following the win, Bret looks to the skies once more for Sting but doesn't see him. He says to the camera, "one hour, Stinger, you've got one hour" before walking to the back. The announcers hype this division as we go to commercial.] Grade: 77 </div> </div></blockquote> ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ [Nitro returns and Mean Gene is at the Nitro set once more. He tells us that WCW had hoped to have Goldberg here tonight to update us on his condition. But, unfortunately, that was unable to happen. But we just learned that next week, Live from the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Goldberg will be on hand in person to update the world on his condition and to respond to The Giant. Make sure you tune in next week, Goldberg returns to Nitro, only on TNT.] 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><div style="text-align:center;">Match #4 - Cruiserweight Title Match: Juventud Guerrera vs WCW Cruiserweight Champion Guido <img alt="LRKs6Zo.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/LRKs6Zo.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> [Following the win the announcers tell us that next week on Nitro it will be a four way match between Rey Mysterio, Jushin Liger, Super Crazy and Psychosis and the winner will challenge Guido for the Cruiserweight title at Spring Stampede.] </div> </div></blockquote> ============================ [We look at the history between Booker T & The Steiners. We are reminded that the lesser Steiner is gone but at Spring Stampede Booker will look to end this rivalry by defeating the older, Rick. The animosity has to be put aside though because Booker T & Rick Steiner will team up to challenge The Empire for the WCW World Tag Team Titles. That match is sure to be explosive and its NEXT only on Nitro.] Grade: 68 ============================ <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><div style="text-align:center;">Match #5 - WCW World Tag Team Titles: Booker T & Rick Steiner vs WCW World Tag Team Champions The Empire <img alt="fU1M3v4.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/fU1M3v4.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /></div> [Following the match, the Empire bail taunting their successful defense while Booker and Rick engage in a shoving match that soon turns to a fist fight. Booker leaves Rick laying in the ring after a side kick and he tells Rick "I'll see you in 13 days" before walking off.] Grade: 67 </div></blockquote> ============================ <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><div style="text-align:center;">Match #6 - NITRO MAIN EVENT <img alt="DDhRN0M.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/DDhRN0M.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="1vLwX0a.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/1vLwX0a.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> [Following the match, Elizabeth slides in a chair. Douglas takes his time in hitting Malenko with the chair and this brings out Benoit. The second he gets into the ring, Douglas, drops the chair and dares Benoit to nail him in the chin. Benoit is full of rage but doesnt take the bait as Douglas and Liz laugh and leave the ring. Benoit checks on his friend while his face is literally red with fury.] Grade: 69 </div></div></blockquote> ============================ [The announcers take us back to the start of the show. We are told that we are taking our final time out. When we come back, Bret Hart will make good on his promise and return to the ring to call out WCW Champion Sting. What will happen? Its the final moments of Nitro, we're coming right back LIVE on TNT.] Grade: 75 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******FINAL COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ [bret's music plays as the Hitman comes back out to the ring. He has a mic as he scans the ceiling once more and still no Sting. Bret says that what happened last week was a mistake. He was blinded by whatever it was that Syxxx sprayed in his eyes and he did not know who it was that touched him so he fought back. He is sor.... <iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/IYwXUxgszF0" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/IYwXUxgszF0"</a> frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen></iframe> Bret scans the area ready for a fight when the crowd comes alive and we see what they're looking at and its Kevin Nash in the crowd. He has a mic and says "You were about to say that you're sorry but, are you really Bret? You see, Bret, I've known you a really long time and I know who you are. And Sting...if you're up there somewhere...you should know who he is too." Bret tells him to shut his mouth but Nash continues "you see Sting, I am an honest man. If I want to take you out, I will shoot you between your eyes. But, not Bret. Oh, no, Bret will use you. He will be your best friend all the while looking for the spot to stick the shiv in. I've seen him down it for years so the question is, Stinger, can you really trust that what happened last week was an accident?" Bret, furiously responds, "you of all people want to question MY loyalty and integrity? I came here to stop you from doing what you and your husband did up north and you question me, Nash? If you have any doubts about where I stand, how about you come down here right now and I'll prove it." Nash tells him thats a great idea and Nash makes his way down the crowd. While this is happening, Hall and Syxxx sneak out from under the ring and blast Bret from behind. Its a 3 on 1 attack as Page and Jericho run down as a mele ensues. The Wolfpac gain the advantage and the crowd screams as suddenly... Sting drops from the ceiling. He starts to unhook himself and prepares to fight when he sees the nWo in the ring and Hart all focused on him wondering what he will do. An expression of doubt crosses Sting's face as its clear he doesn't know who to trust. With the fight raging on..Sting, hooks himself back and pulls the cord. With Hart begging for help before being pummeled again from behind with the fight ensuing, Sting ascends once more to the ceiling as Nitro goes off the air. ] Grade: 100 Final Overall Grade: 85

Pipers Pit · September 10, 2018

<div style="text-align:center;"><iframe width="400" height="200" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/0MpBc-1NZto" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/0MpBc-1NZto"</a> frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen></iframe></div> <img alt="HRWdkpM.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/HRWdkpM.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="YbN3BYQ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YbN3BYQ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Niv1AtO.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Niv1AtO.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="hdqZRQj.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/hdqZRQj.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="zZBdq37.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/zZBdq37.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="EKc06Q2.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/EKc06Q2.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="5CegNHl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5CegNHl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="K2FU7Uo.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/K2FU7Uo.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="hJtUSRw.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/hJtUSRw.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> We’re shown a video recapping last week’s events specifically highlighting Austin’s interruption of Vince McMahon’s announcement and the attack on WWF Champion Owen Hart by the newly expanded D-Generation X. Grade: 92 <div style="text-align:center;"><iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/a84XAkQziYo?rel=0" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/a84XAkQziYo?rel=0"</a> frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> 1998 APRIL WEEK 2-----WEMBLEY ARENA----LONDON, UK-----9,698 IN ATTENDANCE </div> <iframe width="300" height="150" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/aI-YCKqMqxc?rel=0" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/aI-YCKqMqxc?rel=0"</a> frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen></iframe> <img alt="zZBdq37.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/zZBdq37.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="EKc06Q2.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/EKc06Q2.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="5CegNHl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5CegNHl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="K2FU7Uo.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/K2FU7Uo.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="hJtUSRw.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/hJtUSRw.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> D-Generation X comes down to the ring and they’re all smiles. Triple H gets on the mic first and says that nobody can claim that DX didn’t warn them. They said they were going to build an army and that is exactly what they did. But when you build an army you look to those you can put your complete faith in, you look to your blood. That’s why he reached out to his blood. He goes on to introduce Adam and Christian Helmsley, his cousins whom he grew up with. He hands the mic off to Michaels who goes on to say that last week was the formation of the army, this week is the beginning of the war. Grade: 72 <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="YbN3BYQ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YbN3BYQ.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, Commissioner Shane McMahon is surrounded by his father’s entourage. He tells them that he’s decided after seeing that display tonight’s main event here in London is going to be WWF Champion Owen Hart and the WWF Team Champions the Godwinns against Triple H and his trust fund cousins in a six man tag. They congratulate him for such a great decision until he says the next thing he wants them to do is find Stone Cold Steve Austin because he wants to talk to him. They try and persuade him that this is a bad idea but Shane just asks them to do as he said. They leave, grumbling as Shane looks confidant. Grade: 66 <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="tc2ffxA.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tc2ffxA.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Dude Love comes out to the ring and says that since they’re right here….in London, England….he thought it was only fair to put his European Championship on the line. So if anyone would like to challenge the champ, come out here daddy-o, and let’s get funky! <img alt="aVSWhws.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/aVSWhws.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A few moments later we see a newcomer walk down the ramp before getting in the ring and offering a smile and a handshake to Dude Love. JR says this is a local talent by the name of William Regal. Grade: 74 <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.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><div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="xVQvRIN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/xVQvRIN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="tc2ffxA.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tc2ffxA.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="5kM5ykY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5kM5ykY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="aVSWhws.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/aVSWhws.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> It’s the champion who controls the early moments until Regal ducks a clothesline and sticks him with a stiff right hand. From there Regal begins working Dude over with a series of wear down moves, specifically aimed at his shoulder. Feeding off the crowd, Dude begins fighting back. During his comeback, Terry Funk comes down to the ring, yelling at Dude Love and calling him Cactus, questioning what he’s doing, why he’s dressed like that. Dude is clearly distracted but it doesn’t stop him from taking control and flooring Regal with a couple of running clotheslines and even a dropkick. Once he’s back on his feet he begins dancing which draws the ire of Funk who climbs onto the apron and again begins berating him. This time Dude comes over to Funk and in a hushed tone, very out of character, asks Funk what his problem is. The referee by now has come over and in the corner, Regal reaches into his trunks. Dude shakes his head, leaving Funk on the apron and turns back to Regal when he’s clocked right between the eyes, knocking him out cold. Regal makes the cover after quickly putting whatever it is he was holding back in his trunks and the referee counts to three as a disgusted Funk, gets off the apron and walks back up the ramp. Winner by Pinfall and new WWF European Champion: William Regal Grade: 70 </div></div></blockquote> <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="tc2ffxA.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tc2ffxA.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="dDl7Wtb.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/dDl7Wtb.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="aVSWhws.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/aVSWhws.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> We see a replay from a few moments ago when Terry Funk cost Dude Love the WWF European Championship Grade: 56 <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.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" /><img alt="Q0og2UK.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Q0og2UK.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" /> Backstage, Ahmed Johnson is walking along when Marlena steps into his path. She just stands there smoking her cigar before slapping him across the face. Johnson uses an incredible amount of restraint but a moment later you hear fast footsteps. Johnson seems to anticipate this, and turns around, catching Goldust a moment before he attacks from behind, before swirling around and putting the Bizzare One through a table with a spinebuster. Marlena is shocked and Johnson simply takes the cigar from her mouth, and walks off with a grin. Grade: 50 <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="YbN3BYQ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YbN3BYQ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Niv1AtO.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Niv1AtO.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Shane McMahon is in his office when Stone Cold Steve Austin enters. Shane immediately puts his hands up and says he wants to clear the air with Austin. He doesn’t do business like his father. He understands why Austin did what he did, even if it hurt him to see his father injured like that. But the bottom line, as Austin likes to say, is that Shane wants to create an atmosphere of opportunity and that starts tonight. If Austin can beat Jeff Jarrett tonight, he’ll get an Intercontinental rematch against Triple H at Unforgiven. Austin considers it and Shane sticks out his hand. Austin just looks at it, smirks a little and walks out. When the door closes Shane lets out an exhale and sits down, but with a smile. Grade: 75 <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="tc2ffxA.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/tc2ffxA.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Backstage we see Dude Love searching every room he comes across, screaming for Terry Funk. He comes across a staffer who tells him he saw Funk leave the arena. He shoves the staffer aside and continues searching while the blood trickles down his face. Grade: 85 <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.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><div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="iYCbZUE.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/iYCbZUE.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="5kM5ykY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5kM5ykY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="G1sdG1k.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/G1sdG1k.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> D’lo controls the match in the beginning using some cheap shots and doing a lot of talking to the crowd, but once Flash Funk begins moving and gets his offense in gear he’s buzzing around and D’lo is playing catch up. Whether it's bouncing off the ropes or taking to the top and hitting some high flying moves, D’lo is bumping like crazy and Flash has the crowd into it. Flash goes up to the second rope and flies off with a leg drop but D’lo moves and Flash crashes down to the mat. D’Lo makes a quick cover and puts his feet up on the ropes unseen by the referee for the win. Winner by Pinfall: D’lo Brown Grade: 53</div></div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;"> <iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/WeUhyfKElUI?rel=0" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/WeUhyfKElUI?rel=0"</a> frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe> </div> <img alt="X3ekckd.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/X3ekckd.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="d4nSNPM.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/d4nSNPM.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Backstage Marc Mero is by himself and looking a little depressed. The camera is zoomed in on him but he slowly looks up at someone and when the camera pulls back we see it’s Sunny. She asks him where the Marvelous One is. He doesn’t really have an answer and she slaps him. That wakes him up and he gets to his feet. Sunny smiles and caresses the cheek she just slapped and simply says let’s go get that bitch. Grade: 69 <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.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><div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="Niv1AtO.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Niv1AtO.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="5kM5ykY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5kM5ykY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="IrROyu0.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/IrROyu0.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The arena nearly explodes when the sound of breaking glass rings out and Austin wastes no time, sprinting down to the ring and immediately beginning to brawl with Jarrett. Stone Cold is all over Jarrett, even giving Cornette a right hand to knock him off the apron. The momentary distraction gives Jarrett an opening and he stops Austin cold with a hard shot to the kidney. Jarrett continues to wear at Austin’s lower back for the next few minutes but the tide turns when Austin ducks a clothesline then rebounds off the ropes with a Thesz Press, raining right hands down on Jarrett. Austin hits a precision elbow off the second rope, before going in for a snap suplex. Cornette is back on the apron and Austin has a hold of his jacket when Jarrett charges but Austin moves at the last second and Jarrett collides with Cornette. Jarrett staggers around and walks into a boot to the gut followed by a Stunner. Stone Cold will get his rematch at Unforgiven! Winner by Pinfall: Stone Cold Steve Austin Grade: 89 </div></div></blockquote> <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.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="K8om2AL.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/K8om2AL.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="3WoDCvV.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/3WoDCvV.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Backstage the camera catches a chaotic scene as the Awakening are in process of decimating a few of the lightweight wrestlers. Great Sasuke and Billy Smalls are already laying in a heap as Taka Michinoku is thrown into a locked, Funaki is knocked unconscious with a devastating boot to the temple, before El Dandy is double chokeslammed through a table. Rude straightens his tie and motions for his men to follow him out. The camera catches the scene of destruction as JR decries the anarchy. Grade: 37 <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="jX3hauN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/jX3hauN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="wcKWnHp.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wcKWnHp.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="G1sdG1k.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/G1sdG1k.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Pp3A3KT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Pp3A3KT.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" /> We see a replay of last week’s action that saw the Rock defeat Faarooq by disqualification when the Nation interfered. We also see how the tandem of Flash Funk and Mark Henry came to the Rock’s rescue. Grade: 48 <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.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><div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="jX3hauN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/jX3hauN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="wcKWnHp.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wcKWnHp.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="5kM5ykY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5kM5ykY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Pp3A3KT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Pp3A3KT.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" /> Henry begins the match against Faarooq and after a few running shoulder blocks that go absolutely nowhere from Faarooq it’s clear he can’t move Henry. Kama is begging for the tag and he comes in. Now it’s his turn and he runs off the ropes and slams into Henry who sends him to the mat. He tries a second time, and ends up on his back again. Third time is a charm and Kama runs towards Henry who snatches him up in a bear hug. Kama is frantic trying to reach for a tag but Henry simply walks him over to the corner and the Rock tags himself in. The Rock spends the next couple minutes working over Kama. Faarooq doesn’t seem very interested in tagging in and Kama takes the brunt of the Rock’s moves before being put flat on his back with a Rock Bottom. Henry gets the tag and adds a flattening splash for the win as Faarooq doesn’t even break up the count. Winners by Pinfall: The Rock and Mark Henry Grade: 71 </div></div></blockquote> <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="jX3hauN.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/jX3hauN.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="wcKWnHp.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wcKWnHp.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="Pp3A3KT.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Pp3A3KT.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" /> With both the Rock and Henry standing tall, the Nation regroups on the outside. Faarooq gets a mic and says they won’t be smiling in three weeks and says he’ll see their asses in Greensboro! Grade: 79 <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.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="s26C3R9.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/s26C3R9.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> JR and the King remind us that coming up in three weeks is Unforgiven and the Nation has accepted the Rock’s challenge. <img alt="Y0hQlfi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Y0hQlfi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> And after months of attacks and taunts the Bizzare Goldust will meet Ahmed Johnson in a Hollywood street fight. <img alt="ChU9bXW.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ChU9bXW.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> In addition to that we know we’ll see: <img alt="vUeW8Yg.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/vUeW8Yg.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="Qp7ACAC.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/Qp7ACAC.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> They make sure to encourage the audience to order Unforgiven on Pay Per View! Grade: 88 <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="hdqZRQj.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/hdqZRQj.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="zZBdq37.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/zZBdq37.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="EKc06Q2.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/EKc06Q2.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="5CegNHl.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5CegNHl.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="K2FU7Uo.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/K2FU7Uo.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="hJtUSRw.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/hJtUSRw.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> We see a replay of the attack on WWF Champion Owen Hart by D-Generation which ended last week’s RAW. Grade: 76 <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.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><div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="hdqZRQj.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/hdqZRQj.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" /><img alt="5kM5ykY.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/5kM5ykY.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="EKc06Q2.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/EKc06Q2.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="K2FU7Uo.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/K2FU7Uo.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="hJtUSRw.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/hJtUSRw.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Shawn Michaels is sitting ringside doing guest commentary in this one. Triple H begins against Owen and once the champion is maneuvered into the DX corner the three of them take the match over, with the newcomer cousins getting some time in the ring and laying it on Owen before letting Triple H back in. This works for a few minutes but when its Owen and Adam Helmsley, the champion makes the youngster pay for an ill conceived top rope maneuver and makes he makes the tag to Henry Godwinn who begins to light up the heels. Now it's the Godwinns’ turn to get in some double team action with quick tags. With Christian Helmsley as the legal man, Owen is tagged back in and the Godwinns take to the outside brawling with Triple H and Adam. Christian attempts to hit a facebuster but Owen reverses it, puts him on his back, and locks in the Sharpshooter for the win. Winners by Submission: Owen Hart and the Godwinns Grade: 80 </div></div></blockquote> <img alt="wimrOyq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wimrOyq.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="hdqZRQj.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/hdqZRQj.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /><img alt="zZBdq37.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/zZBdq37.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Owen releases the Sharpshooter and gets his arm raised but he doesn’t see Shawn Michaels leave the commentary table and when he turns around he catches Sweet Chin Music right in the mouth. Michaels stands over the champ, with a wide smirk, and mocks him but quickly ditches when the Godwinns get back in the ring. DX recollects itself on the ramp and even though they lost you’d swear they won as the show goes off the air. Grade: 92 Overall: 85

Pipers Pit · September 13, 2018

<div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="GPzw2Jf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/GPzw2Jf.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 style="text-align:center;"><div>April 1998 Week 2 <img alt="wXmf7Aa.png" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/wXmf7Aa.png" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Nitro: 22.41 (16,814,560 viewers) <img alt="LSUd17t.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/LSUd17t.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Raw: 20.64 (15,482,090 viewers)</div></div><div></div></blockquote> *Backstage during the Heat tapings, the Sandman and Shawn Michaels got into a fight and as one source put it “Sandman beat the piss out of him.” Michaels wanted Sandman fired but we have learned Sandman was fined for his actions. *Sunny recently resigned a short term contract extension with WWF. This came as a surprise to a few who thought she had burned all her bridges. There are some who think the growing program between her and Sable might be fireworks both in the ring and out. *The feud between the Rock and the Nation is expected to continue through the spring and summer. We’re hearing that this may be a flashpoint for ‘attitude’ and they may be given a lot of wiggle room when it comes to offensive content. *WrestleMania XIV was the last appearance in the WWF for Roddy Piper, at least for a little while. Following his match with Triple H, Piper signed a touring contract with a UK company. Almost assuredly we’ll see him back ‘home’ at some point in the future. *The additions to DX, Adam Copeland and Jay Reso, were well known on the independent scene as Sexton Hardcastle and Christian Cage. There had been talk of bringing them in under a vampire gimmick but when the opportunity presented itself, they were seen as naturals for the position though some sources claim the New Age Outlaws were also considered. *Speaking of the Outlaws, Road Dogg Jesse James has been out the last two weeks with an injury he suffered in the tag team title match at WrestleMania XIV. After a quick outpatient procedure he’s expected back in action before Unforgiven. *Expect a stipulation to be added to the Hart-Michaels title rematch and like WrestleMania XIV they’ll be given at least 25 minutes. *We’ve been hearing rumors for a few months of a change inside WWF. Sources say this will happen in June or July as one television show, likely Shotgun Saturday Night is renamed and becomes a ‘brand’ for the company. No word at this time as to what this brand will consist of or what will make it stand apart but it has been a major focus of the creative and talent relations department over the last month. *In the heat of the war between WWF and WCW, ECW has kept under the radar for the most part but while they have hemorrhaged talent to the bigger companies, many are beginning to wonder how much time the little hardcore engine that could has left as evidenced by the fact that their World, Tag, and TV titles are all currently vacant. It’s unclear what Paul Heyman can or will do to right their ship. *Randy Savage, though still retired on screen, will return to the road with WCW as a backstage road agent. He has taken most of the year off but, last week he flew to Atlanta and met with Eric Bischoff and the two agreed that Randy's contributions to WCW should continue in a more managerial capacity backstage. The belief is that this new role will allow him to continue in the business for years to come. Savage starts as a road agent at Spring Stampede next weekend. *The identity of the woman that distracted the Hardys on Nitro and has been revealed on Saturday Night to be named "Carlena" is Dawn Marie Psaltis. She has spent the last few years in and around the New Jersey indy scene and came to the attention of WCW late last year. They signed her and sent her to WCW Mid Atlantic and then called her back for this role. She will fit the Miss Hyatt role as the Nasty Girl for the Nasty Boys going forward. *WCW also hired Ron and Don Harris after their try out match with The Hardys on Nitro. They will be on the road this week with the House Show in LaCrosse, Wisconsin and the tv. WCW is focusing on beefing up their tag division. *WCW has informed pay per view providers that they are dropping the Fall Brawl name for their September pay per view and rebranding the show simply "War Games". We are told that creative is already in place for a major story to play out at that pay per view. *With WCW's Japan SuperShow nearing (Friday Week 4 and Saturday Week 4), the main event of both shows have been announced. On Friday Week 4, Night 1 - the main event will feature whomever is the loser between Sting and Bret Hart at Spring Stampede against Japanese legend, Kensuke Sasaki. On Saturday Week 4, Night 2 - the main event will be a WCW World Heavyweight Title Match. The entire crew will leave from tv on Tuesday that week and fly to Japan. Following the two night SuperShow, the whole crew will fly to Norfolk Virginia for the Nitro show that week at The Scope. ========================================================= http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ZnLSKAdcFHs/T-FK-kFNAPI/AAAAAAAAFCM/J6MIzfyNpxI/s1600/vlcsnap-2012-06-19-23h00m27s129.png WCW Saturday Night Saturday Week 2 April, 1998 – Edwards Hall – Miami, Florida *Curt Hennig def Doug Gilbert Recap video of Monday Night where Konnan threatened Eddie Guerrero *Konnan def Cibernetico Interview with The Nasty Boys who reveal that the woman who helped them beat up the Hardys on Monday is their own Nasty Girl - Carlena. And they will be on Nitro this Monday to challenge The Empire for the titles. *Chris Benoit def Sean Morely by Submission A special look at Goldberg airs. We are reminded that he will be on hand this Monday on Nitro to finally update his condition. *Main Event: Syxxx def Heavy Metal Show closes with a look at the recent miscommunication between Sting and Bret Hart. We wonder what will happen this Monday only six days away from their title match at Spring Stampede? Show Grade: 76 ========================================================= <iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/qYlY4ml20sM?rel=0" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/qYlY4ml20sM?rel=0"</a> frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen></iframe> Guildford Spectrum---- Guildford, Surrey, England-----3,050 in attendance</div> The show begins with a video recap of the main event from RAW which saw Owen Hart and the Godwinns defeat DX, but afterwards Shawn Michaels catches Hart with a cheap shot sweet chin music. We see several angles of the attack and in slow motion. Grade: 89 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> We’re then taken to a replay of the Blackjacks finally having enough of Jim Cornette and firing him with a lariat straight from hell. Cornette, on commentary, says it’s the biggest mistake of their careers. Grade: 48 <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>The Blackjacks vs Rob Conway and Nick Dinsmore The Blackjacks seem to be back to working as a team as they use their strength to double team the smaller Conway and DInsmore. Even when Dinsmore begins mounting a comeback, a blind tag to Windham ends it quickly before Bradshaw nails him with a huge lariat for the win. Winners by Pinfall: The Blackjacks Grade: 51 </div></blockquote> <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Cole and Cornette recap Stone Cold Steve Austin defeating Jeff Jarrett, for which Cornette makes every excuse in the book. They then go on to hype his Intercontinental Championship rematch with Triple H at Unforgiven. Grade: 92 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="s2JoqII.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/s2JoqII.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Grade: 69 <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>The Sandman vs Paul Diamond In a very quick match the Sandman controls the action from start to finish hitting several of his traditional moves. The English crowd wasn’t too keen on this one and it was brought to an end when the Sandman hit DIamond with a Russian Leg Sweep for the win. Winner by Pinfall: The Sandman Grade: 35 </div></blockquote> <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> A replay of Terry Funk costing Dude Love the European Championship last Monday is shown. Grade: 57 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The announcers recap the known card for Unforgiven. <img alt="3Apvf4J.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/3Apvf4J.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="sr8caoj.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/sr8caoj.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="qUfJAHO.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/qUfJAHO.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="18olfKq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/18olfKq.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Grade: 95 <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>Marc Mero vs Savio Vega Mero is busy talking to Sunny as the match begin and Vega makes him pay by laying into him and continuing the attack over the next few minutes. Mero makes a comeback however thanks to a distraction from Sunny and relies on his boxing background to wear down Vega before putting him down with the TKO. Winner by Pinfall: Marc Mero Grade: 47 </div></blockquote> <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> As the show ends Mero and Sunny celebrate his win and look very cozy together. Grade: 64 Overall: 71 <div style="text-align:center;">========================================================= <iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kZfl3UNrL9A?rel=0" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/kZfl3UNrL9A?rel=0"</a> frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen></iframe> Crystal Palace National Sports Centre---- London, England-----1,982 in attendance</div> Michael Cole and Jerry Lawler welcome us to the show and highlight the matches we’ll see tonight including the main event of Vader versus Simon Landry. Grade: 54 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> We see a replay of DX’s introduction of their newest members from last Monday’s RAW Grade: 69 <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>Faarooq vs The Patriot Faarooq and the Patriot trade the momentum in the early moments but the leader of the Nation takes over and never looks back. Several powerful moves including a devastating spinebuster lay out the Patriot and Faarooq puts him away with a Dominator. Winner by Pinfall: Faarooq Grade: 53 </div></blockquote> <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The Nation hits the ring and beats down the Patriot. When he’s laying in a heap they stand over him with their fists up. Grade: 47 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="i8IqmpH.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/i8IqmpH.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Grade:49 <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>The Impact Players vs The Quebecers The Quebeccers control the early moments with underhanded double teams but Lynn makes the tag to Credible who begins cleaning house, lighting up both opponents with superkicks. Lynn tags in and nails Jacques with a missile dropkick from the top rope and then they hit Rougeau with Total Impact for the win. Winners by Pinfall: The Impact Players Grade: 54 </div></blockquote> <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Cole informs us that next week here on Heat, the main event will be Kama going one on one with Mark Henry! Grade: 41 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> The announcers run down the lineup for the upcoming Unforgiven pay per view. <img alt="3Apvf4J.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/3Apvf4J.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="sr8caoj.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/sr8caoj.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="qUfJAHO.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/qUfJAHO.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="18olfKq.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/18olfKq.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> Grade:99 <img alt="MCPdLpi.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/MCPdLpi.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> We see a replay of Saturday Night’s Main Event a few months ago when Simon Landry defeated Vader in one of the biggest upsets in WWF History. <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div> Vader vs Simon Landry Landry uses his speed to stay away from Vader’s bearpaws, striking and moving away. This only frustrates the big man but the more Vader pushes the action, the more he walks into Landry’s traps, topped off when he charges into the corner and when Landry moves, Vader hits chest first, dropping to a knee. Landry is lining up Vader for another attack when Marvelous Marc Mero comes down to the ring and distracts Landry. This buys Vader time, who holds onto the referee for the moment. Mero climbs onto the apron, jawing with Landry and when Landry turns to check on Vader, Mero cracks him with a right hand, dropping him to the canvas with the cheap shot. Mero drops down and Vader pounces, straddling Landry with pummeling him with rights and lefts. He follows it with several elbow drops to a defenseless Landry before hitting a Vader Bomb for the win. Winner by Pinfall: Vader 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" /> We see a replay of Mero’s cheap shot and how it affected the tide of the match and as the show goes off the air, Mero is all smiiles. Grade: 31 Overall: 76

Kimberly · September 15, 2018

<div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="la-crosse-center.jpg" data-src="https://www.wigrr.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/la-crosse-center.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> WCW Live: LaCrosse Sunday Week 2 April, 1998 – LaCrosse Center - LaCrosse, Wisconsin - Sold Out (Attendance: 10,000) </div> ================================================ WCW Live starts with a welcome to the show by David Penzer and then.... <iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/7vQwzFINmy4" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/7vQwzFINmy4"</a> frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen></iframe> Dusty Rhodes comes out from the back and he welcomes us to this live special house show and thanks the fans for coming out. He talks about tradition and how, despite their differences, tradition will reign in Calgary in one just one week at Spring Stampede when Bret Hart faces Sting for the World Heavyweight Title. Tradition is what WCW is all about. Respect for our industry is what we are all fighting for. And he will be so proud to be in Calgary to see that match. But, thats in seven days. Tonight is for you guys. And tonight tradition will rule once more because tonight Curt Hennig - a man known to this part of the country, will challenge Sting for the World Heavyweight Title LIVE in LaCrosse. And the American Dream has a message for Hennig..."Curt, I've known you since you were a little baby sitting on your dadd's knee...do the right thing tonight, buddy. Be a man. Fight Sting like a man and win or lose like a man. It's what your daddy would want..its what tradition is all about baby. Enjoy the show." Dusty leaves slapping hands as we go to our first match. Grade: 92 <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">Match #1: The Harris Brothers vs Chris Benoit & Dean Malenko</div> A pretty good back and forth match for awhile while the Harris Brothers eventually take over beating down Dean and keeping him from Benoit. After a missed boot, Malenko is able to floor Ron Harris and make the hot tag. The Crippler cleans house and soon he is nailing the flying headbutt for the 1...2...3. Winners: Chris Benoit & Dean Malenko Grade: 79 </div></blockquote> Following the match, Shane Douglas and Elizabeth stand in the aisle way and mockingly clap for Benoit and Malenko. Benoit goes after him but Malenko stops him, reminding him that in seven days he will get his chance. Grade: 68 [<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">Match #2: Al Snow vs The Giant w/Bobby Heenan</div> Al Snow tries to fight early on and gets some traction but then Bobby Hennan starts shouting "he's Goldberg" and that flips a switch for the Giant. The big man starts mauling Snow and soon he falls to the Chokeslam for the 3 count. Winner: The Giant Grade: 50</div></blockquote> Guido comes out saying he doesn't care about tradition and he doesn't care about the fans here tonight. He is Cruiserweight Champ and all he cares about is laying waste to his victim here tonight and defending his title next Sunday at Spring Stampede. Grade: 58 <blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="44224" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div><div style="text-align:center;">Match #3 WCW Cruiserweight Title Match: Chavo Guerrero vs WCW Cruiserweight Champion Guido</div> Chavo tries to nail some high flying moves while Guido works on ground and pound. Chavo jumps off the ropes to attack Guido on the floor and misses tweaking his knee. Back in the ring, Guido works on the knee over and over again while Chavo refuses to be fallen. When Guido goes for his Sicilian Crab (Half Boston Crab), Chavo reverses it for a near fall. Chavo nails a frog splash for a 2 count and goes for a Northern Lights but cant keep Guido up. Guido locks in the Sicilian Crab and Chavo has to tap out. Winner and Still WCW Cruiserweight Champion: Guido Grade: 77 </div></blockquote> <div style="text-align:center;">***INTERMISSION***</div> <iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/uNJscPC9GCA" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/uNJscPC9GCA"</a> frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen></iframe> Curt Hennig comes out after intermission and says he heard what Dusty Rhodes said tonight and he hates to admit it...but, Dusty is right. While Curt wants back in the nWo he's still a Hennig and, more importantly, hes still a man. So, Sting look out because tonight, the *REAL* Curt Hennig is coming for you and he's going to Spring Stampede as the World Heavyweight Champion. 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><div style="text-align:center;">Match #4 WCW World Tag Team Titles Match: The Hardys vs The Empire</div> The Hardys come out lightening fast and nearly topple the champs but then Matt Hardy makes a mistake and the vets cut him off and take him apart for quite awhile. After surviving some near falls and taking a beating, Matt is able to tag in his brother Jeff. Jeff cleans house and soon has Taylor down and is ascending for the Senton Bomb when suddenly, Finlay grabs the ropes and crotches Jeff. When he falls into the ring, Finlay kicks Jeff dead in the balls right in front of the referee for the DQ. After the match, The Empire quickly grab their belts and escape to a chorus of boos. Winners by Disqualifiction: The Hardys Grade: 80 </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><div style="text-align:center;">Match #5 Devon Storm vs Konnan</div> This match is basically about highlighting that Konnan is a devastating threat. Devon tries to fight but he's no match and its not long before Konnan lifts Devon up in a suplex before dropping him on his head in a Cradle DDT for the 3 count. Winner: Konnan Following the match, Konnan gets on the mic and promises to make Eddie his senorita at Spring Stampede and win the United States Title once again. Grade: 67 </div></blockquote> David Penzer tells us that there is one match left and its for the World Heavyweight Title but reminds us to tune into Monday Nitro LIVE from the Target Center in Minneapolis tomorrow night because we have been told that the Outsiders and Bret Hart and DDP and Chris Jericho will be on hand. Do not miss it. 8pm and only on TNT. 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><div style="text-align:center;">Match #6 - *MAIN EVENT* - WCW World Heavyweight Title Match: Curt Hennig vs Sting</div> This is one of Curt Hennig's best showings in a very long time as he very nearly beats the World Champion within the opening moments of the match. Sting tries to battle back and soon we have a scientific encounter where Sting is trying to lock in the Scorpion Deathlock but Curt has a counter for it each time. After some fighting on the floor, Sting rolls Curt into the ring but receives a trip by Hennig and a snap mare and then the Hennig Plex. 1...2..Sting is out. Curt goes for it again but Sting reverses out and nails the Scorpion Death Drop for the 1..2..3. Winner and Still WCW World Heavyweight Champion: Sting Grade: 85 Following the match, Sting in sign of respect, puts out his hand to Curt. Hennig looks like he might accept it but then slaps his hand away, kicks the rope and bails. Sting, shakes his head disappointed and then celebrates to the crowd. Penzer thanks us all for coming and reminds us once more to tune into Nitro tomorrow night and make sure everyone orders Spring Stampede in seven days. Good night everyone! Grade: 78 </div></blockquote> Overall Show Grade: 83

Kimberly · September 18, 2018

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Episode #134 - "United Allies?"

Spring Stampede is this Sunday LIVE on Pay Per View as Nitro rolls into the Target Center in Minneapolis.

Last week on Nitro, an apologetic Bret Hart tried to confront World Champion, Sting to right things with the Stinger on the eve of their World Title match this Sunday. Instead, the world watched as the Wolfpac took out Bret, DDP and Chris Jericho while Sting refused to intervene. With only six days to go until their World Title match at Spring Stampede what will happen when Bret Hart and Sting are in the same building?

At Spring Stampede Guido will defend his Cruiserweight Title and this Monday on Nitro he will learn who his challenger will be. When Nitro kicks off LIVE there will be a fatal fourway between Rey Mysterio, Jushin Liger, Super Crazy and Psychosis. The winner of this match will go to Spring Stampede to challenge for the Cruiserweight Championship. Who will become the new #1 Contender?

The Giant has been on a tear since returning to WCW under the direction of Bobby Heenan. It all started with the attack of Goldberg at Uncensored who has not been on television since. This week from the Target Center, Goldberg will be on hand and he will give us an update on his condition. What is the status of Da Man? Find out on Nitro.

At Spring Stampede The Outsiders will take on Chris Jericho & Diamond Dallas Page. But before we get there, The Outsiders will be on hand to take on The Faces of Fear. Can Meng and The Barbarian put down the founders of the nWo?

Finally, at Spring Stampede Eddie Guerrero will defend his United States Title against Konnan who has made it personal. This week on Nitro, Eddie will defend the US title against Ray Traylor. Will the Latino Firebrand respond to Konnan's attack?

We are six days away from Spring Stampede. Don't miss the go home edition of WCW Monday Nitro LIVE from the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 8pm eastern and only on TNT.

Announced Matches:

The Outsiders vs The Faces of Fear

Fatal Fourway for the #1 Contender for the Cruiserweight Title: Rey Mysterio vs Jushin Liger vs Super Crazy vs Psychosis

WCW United States Title: Ray Traylor vs WCW United States Champion Eddie Guerrero</div>

Kimberly · September 22, 2018

<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 134 Monday Week 3, April 1998 - Target Center - Minneapolis, Minnesota</div> [Nitro opens with a video package highlighting the recent difficulties between Sting and Bret Hart. It focuses especially on the ending of last week on Nitro where Sting repelled down to save his allies before not trusting them and leaving them to the Wolfpac.] Grade: 76 ============================ <iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/015z2_X-gH8" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/015z2_X-gH8"</a> frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen></iframe> The Target Center explodes in Pyro and Ballywho as Monday Nitro is on the air just six days away from Spring Stampede LIVE from Calgary, Alberta Canada. On this broadcast, the Outsiders will take on The Faces of Fear, we will hear from Shane Douglas, the return of Goldberg and Bret Hart has promised to confront Sting here tonight. But we go to the ring with our opening contest, a fatal fourway to crown the #1 contender to the Cruiserweight Title this Sunday at Spring Stamepde. 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><div style="text-align:center;">Match #1 Fatal Fourway - Winner faces Guido for the Cruiserweight Title at Spring Stampede: Rey Mysterio vs Jushin Liger vs Super Crazy vs Psychosis <img alt="o2bbdzf.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/o2bbdzf.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> [Following the match, Guido attacks from behind and lays out Jushin after the other participants have left and he is celebrating. Guido turns Liger's mask around so that he is blinded and nails him in the side of the head with the belt. Guido spits on the fallen competitor and swears that this Sunday, he will remain Cruiserweight Champion. ] Grade: 64 </div> </div></blockquote> ============================ [Tony and the guys remind us that tonight speculation is that Bret Hart will confront Sting LIVE here tonight. But when we come back, The Outsiders are in action against The Faces of Fear. It's Nitro, it's LIVE and only on TNT.] Grade: 66 ============================ <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><div style="text-align:center;">Match #2: The Faces of Fear vs The Outsiders <img alt="FsIO2Up.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/FsIO2Up.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> [Following the win, Nash and Hall promise to be back later on tonight as Nitro goes to commercial.] Grade: 74</div> ============================ <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><div style="text-align:center;">Match #3: Rick Steiner vs Heavy Metal <img alt="12Wp8BJ.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/12Wp8BJ.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> [Following the match, Steiner is furious and Booker bails laughing. Rick promises revenge this Sunday at Spring Stampede.] Grade: 76</div> ============================ [Mean Gene is at the Nitro set and he welcomes The Nasty Boys with Carlena to the set. She immediately starts flirting with Gene who obviously likes it. The Boys say that they have taken over WCW since returning and now they want what they deserve - the WCW World Tag Team Titles. So, Empire, get out here now. But instead of the champs, The Hardys make their way out. Matt and Jeff say that the Nasty Boys attacked them because the Hardys are the ones making all the waves, getting all the attention and are the future of tag team wrestling. Jeff then slaps Brian in the face and the two teams brawl. Officials rush and restore order. This brings out the champs who tell the two that they are tired of this high school drama - at Spring Stampede- they'll take on them both in a no rules Triangle Match. Officials maintain order as the match is made. This Sunday the WCW Tag Team Titles will be defended in a No Disqualification Triangle Match at Spring Stampede. Stay tuned to Monday Nitro as Hour #2 kicks off next.] Grade: 59 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ [ <iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/IYwXUxgszF0" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/IYwXUxgszF0"</a> frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen></iframe> Hall, Nash and Syxxx return as they all come out cockily to open hour #2. They get into the ring and Nash begins to gloat about their "tune up" earlier tonight and promise to destroy Page and Jericho once and for all in six days at Spring Stampede when the lights suddenly go out. When they come back on, Jericho and Page are on the floor around the ring and they both have baseball bats. The crowd comes alive as Jericho & DDP look at the 3 on 2 odds, shrug and go into the ring. Syxxx charges Jericho who ducks and nails him in the stomach with the bat. With Jericho threatening Nash and Hall, DDP nails the Diamond Cutter onto Syxxx and throws him out the ring. Nash and Hall prepare to charge and Jericho and Page swing the bats... Hall and Nash stop in mid charge and bail from the ring. They take off down the aisle with Syxxx on Nash's shoulders as Page and Jericho look at each other, look at the cheering crowd, and then grab their bats and give chase. We hear Hall say "lets get the hell out of here" as they try to escape as Nitro goes to commercial.] Grade: 100 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ [When Nitro returns we see Nash saying "lets go" as he has Syxxx slumped over his shoulders. Hall has their bags and we can hear things being thrown behind them and slammed by bats as Jericho and Page stalk the Outsiders. Finally, the Wolfpac make it to the parking lot and Hall goes to unlock the door but drops the keys. He grabs them and unlocks the door and they get in just as Page and Jericho catch up to them. Jericho is able to get on the trunk and smash the back window with the bat, leaving the bat in the window, he jumps down as the Outsider's car speeds the hell out of there.] 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><div style="text-align:center;">Match #4 - WCW United States Title Match: Ray Traylor vs WCW United States Champion Eddie Guerrero <img alt="aEREBPt.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/aEREBPt.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> [Following the match, Konnan attacks both competitors screaming "this title is mine" and blasts Eddie several times in the head with the belt busting him wide open before officials race in to help. ] Grade: 65 </div> ============================ [As soon as the ring is cleared we go to the announcers who talk about the heinousness of what we just saw. But they can barely put it over before: Shane Douglas and Elizabeth come out to the ring and they are overly cocky and touchy feely as they get into the ring and she hands the Franchise a mic. Douglas says that he is in a good mood tonight because in six days he's going to rid WCW of the protege of Ric Flair and Arn Anderson just like he ran those two old fossils out of here. While people may think that this cage match would be a bad thing for The Franchise, it is anything but. Shane Douglas made his bones by being the king of extreme situations and believe you me, this Sunday will be no different. Chris Benoit and Shane Douglas will bleed, they will hurt but when the night is over the Franchise will stand tall because there is always a plan.... Chris Benoit can't stand it anymore and he comes out. He's a fit of rage while Douglas mocks him from the ring saying over and over again "you cant touch me". Benoit looks determined as he slides into the ring and walks with malice toward Douglas who is now using Elizabeth as a shield. Douglas backs up and continues to do so until he is in a corner and all that is standing between him and Benoit is Liz. Douglas, weakly says one more time, "you can't touch me" while he and Liz both look scared. Benoit walks up and his chest is touching Elizabeth's as he gets a sick smile and leans into Douglas' microphone and says, "in six days, when you’re locked in that cage with me, she won’t be able to save you." Benoit pats Liz on the cheek and then leaves the ring. Douglas and Elizabeth look terrified as Nitro goes to a commercial break. ] Grade: 79 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ [Nitro returns to a final commercial for WCW Spring Stampede this Sunday from Calgary. It features Bret Hart with most of his brothers talking about the Hart family dungeon and we see the ring in the basement. They promise a Hart homecoming in Calgary. WCW Spring Stampede is Live this Sunday from the famous Calgary Saddledome in Calgary, Alberta Canada at 8pm eastern only on Pay Per View.] 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><div style="text-align:center;">Match #5 - NITRO MAIN EVENT <img alt="K1aHLW5.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/K1aHLW5.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <img alt="YsUDew1.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/YsUDew1.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> </div></div></blockquote> ============================ [Mean Gene is at the Nitro set and he tells Minneapolis to welcome to the Target Center...DA Man...GOLDBERG! The crowd roars as Goldberg comes out with taped ribs. Gene asks Goldberg how he's doing but before he can do so, Bobby Hennan has come out and says "allow me to answer for you Bill. You're hurt bad, aren't you? The Giant laid you out in New York City and them, foolishly, you tried to return at a non televised show and what happened then? The Giant nearly killed you. Do the right thing, jug head, announce your retirement because if you stick around my Giant is going to end your cagggg" Goldberg grabs Heenan by the throat and says "I'll be cleared to return next week and I want the Giant". Heenan drops to his knees begging for mercy which proves to be a distraction as the Giant strikes Goldberg from behind. He begins to choke Goldberg just like at Uncensored and then lifts him up for a chokeslam. But, instead throws Goldberg right into the WCW logo set piece. Heenan grabs Gene's dropped mic and says "that's the third time, Goldberg. When you return and my Giant meets you in the ring, that's exactly what it will be...One...Two...Three." Medics rush to Goldberg's aid as the Giant and Hennan walk away laughing at Goldberg's destruction again as Nitro goes to commercial. ] Grade: 89 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ [Nitro returns to the announcers at the announce booth. They cant believe the devastation we've seen from The Giant onto Goldberg. They wonder if Goldberg has met his match in Bobby Heenan's new acquisition. Tony and the guys run down the card for WCW Spring Stampede this Saturday live on Pay Per View: <div style="text-align:center;"><img alt="ubKQO8W.jpg" data-src="https://i.imgur.com/ubKQO8W.jpg" src="<___base_url___>/applications/core/interface/js/spacer.png" /> <ol style="list-style-type:decimal;"><li>WCW World Heavyweight Championship Match: Bret "Hitman" Hart vs WCW World Heavyweight Champion Sting </li><li>Chris Jericho & Diamond Dallas Page vs The Outsiders w/Syxxx </li><li>WCW United States Championship Match: Konnan vs WCW United States Champion Eddie Guerrero </li><li>Rooftop Steel Cage Match: Chris Benoit w/Woman vs Shane Douglas w/Elizabeth </li><li>WCW Cruiserweight Championship Match: Jushin Liger vs WCW Cruiserweight Champion Guido </li><li>Rick Steiner vs Booker T </li><li>WCW World Tag Team Championship No Disqualification Triangle Match: The Nasty Boys w/Carlena vs The Hardy’s vs WCW World Tag Team Champions The Empire </li></ol></div> [We see Bret Hart walking backstage. The announcers speculate that the Hitman must be coming out here. What does he want? Is he going to confront Sting? Fans, we’re taking our final time out, don’t go anywhere, Nitro is coming back LIVE on TNT.] Grade: 73 ============================ <div style="text-align:center;">******FINAL COMMERCIAL BREAK*******</div> ============================ [ <iframe width="560" height="315" src="<a href="https://www.youtube.com/embed/UI2tuRJYHjU" rel="external nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/embed/UI2tuRJYHjU"</a> frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen></iframe> Bret comes out to the ring and his face is all business as he gets into the ring. He grabs a mic and says, "Sting, I know that somewhere in this building you are here. Thanks to our friends, The Wolfpac are gone. It's just you and me and I am prepared to stand in this ring until you come out here and face me." The cameras search the skies but no Sting until suddenly there is a commotion and we see Sting near the top of the fans. The spotlight follows him as he descends from the top of the Target Center one step at a time. By the time Sting makes it to ringside and hops over the railing, Bret is nearly pacing in the ring. Sting looks around like he's expecting an ambush before stepping up and into the ring and immediately pulls out his bat. Bret walks up to Sting: "You don't need that bat with me because, despite what Nash said last week, I am a straight shooter. You and me have a problem now. For years I've watched as you carried the WCW banner high - the only one to ever really do that. And I've been here for six months and heard from everyone how you're WCW's dark knight. How Sting is the one that will save us all and win the battle with the New World Order. And I believed it. Now? Now, I'm not so sure. Maybe we all were wrong about you all along. Because two weeks ago, I made a mistake. I was blinded by Syxxx and I swung by accident. You've had to see the footage by now and know that I'm telling the truth. Sting looks hesitant but then stares blankly again But, you? What you did last week was intentional. You watched your friends, your so called allies, get demolished by the Wolfpac and you did nothing to help us. Your actions were not heroic, they were cowardly. So I am left to think that maybe you're not the hero WCW needs. Maybe you're not our savior after all. And maybe you're not the champion that we need to win this war. So, in six days, in my hometown I am going to take your title from you. I will take your mantle of protector of tradition and leader of WCW. Because you've proven you don't have the integrity we all thought that you did." Sting gets an intensely fierce look in his eyes and gets nose to nose with Bret before slapping the Hitman's teeth out. The slap literally puts Bret down on one knee. Bret gets up and responds by decking Sting who drops to the ground. Sting gets up and tackles Bret and suddenly the two are delivering punches all over the ring. JJ Dillon comes running down the aisle and tries to break this up but the two will not be stopped. He starts calling for the back and officials run out but Bret and Sting take them out and go back at each other. Eventually wrestlers, good and bad (recognizing how important it is for WCW to stay united), start pouring from the back to try to separate the two. As Nitro comes to an end, Bret and Sting are separated by wrestlers but Sting breaks free and charges Bret. Chaos is reigning in the Target Center as Nitro goes off the air.] Grade: 100 Final Overall Grade: 87</div></blockquote></div></blockquote></div></blockquote>

Pipers Pit · September 22, 2018

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A vignette is shown recapping last week’s episode spotlighting what happened after the main event with several angles of the sweet chin music applied to the jaw of WWF Champion Owen Hart thanks to Shawn Michaels.

Grade: 90

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APRIL WEEK 3-----CAJUNDOME---, LAFAYETTE, LA------12,121 IN ATTENDANCE

The show begins with Shane McMahon in his Commissioner’s office. He says that tonight will be full of action and will be headlined by the number one contender for the WWF Intercontinental Championship, Stone Cold Steve Austin going one on one with the bizarre Goldust. And to ensure that the big title match at Unforgiven isn’t ruined, all members of DX are banned from ringside tonight!

Grade: 90

The Awakening dominate the short match as neither Christopher or Taylor get in any offense while taking a hell of a beating. It’s brought to a merciful end when Christopher is the victim of the powerbomb neckbreaker for the three count.

Winners by Pinfall: The Awakening
Grade: 53

Backstage, Sable is signing some autographs when Sunny approaches her. Sunny begins running her down, calling her a second rate copy of herself. Sable has had enough and reels back to slap her but her wrist is grabbed from behind by Marc Mero. Sable realizes she’s in a bad spot but it doesn’t last as Simon Landry is on the scene. Mero releases Sable and leaves with Sunny. Sable is holding her wrist in pain as Landry watches the duo leave.

Grade: 65

In the DX locker room, the Helmsley cousins are getting ready for their debut tag match later tonight when Shawn Michaels enters dressed sharply in a black suit. Triple H mentions the attire and Michaels tells him that he’s dressed accordingly because tonight everyone will have front row seats to the funeral of the Hart family mystique.

Grade: 84

We go to a pre-taped segment with the New Age Outlaws, Road Dogg still in an arm sling. He says that everyone has been asking where the Outlaws have been since WrestleMania. Truth is they’ve been laying low and finding out everything about the swine that stole their tag team titles. Well boys, the Outlaws are here to let it be know that not only will they be invoking their rematch for the titles at Unforgiven they will be live and in living color next week right here on RAW and they will expose the Godwinns’ dirty family secret to the entire world!

Grade: 58

Whatever it was that Faarooq was expecting in this match he didn’t get it when the bell rang when Flash Funk exploded into him with a picture perfect dropkick followed by a flurry of high energy moves which kept the leader of the Nation on his heels, going so far as to get a close two count following a cross body block from the second rope. But the tide turns when Funk gets a little ahead of himself and tries a leaping splash into the corner but when Faarooq moves, Funk strikes the post with his head and is out of commission. Faarooq begins to punish his opponent from that point on, belittling him verbally in the process. Finally Faarooq hoists a near limp Flash and delivers the Dominator for the win.

Winner by Pinfall: Faarooq
Grade: 72

The Nation continues to put the beatdown on Flash before violently ripping his jumpsuit off his chest and back. Kama and D’lo hold his arms and legs stretched out as Faarooq retrieves a belt and begins whipping Flash across his back. The bell continues to ring but Faarooq continues for several more strikes before finally stopping. With Flash writhing at their feet, the Nation holds up a fist as their plays.

Grade: 61

Stone Cold Steve Austin is in his locker room when Michael Cole approaches. Austin says that he’s not worried about tonight, he’s got his eyes on Unforgiven and Triple H. They have unfinished business and Triple H is holding something that belongs to Stone Cold and that just isn’t gonna stand. So at Unforgiven in two weeks that Intercontinental championship is coming back to its rightful owner and there ain’t nothing Triple H can do about it and that’s the bottom line cause Stone Cold said so!

Grade: 100

In their debut tag match here on RAW the newest members of DX who JR refers to as “The Trust” in reference to their trust funds as well as Triple H’s belief in them, waste no time taking care of business with the Headbangers. With quick fluid tags, the Helmsleys focus on Mosh and keep him isolated throughout the match, eventually finishing him off when Adam nailed Mosh with a spear, followed by Christian delivering a legdrop off the second rope for the win.

Winners by Pinfall: The Trust
Grade: 61

Backstage Mankind is walking through the hallways, looking around before he stops cold. Slowly he walks up to someone and when the camera pans we see it’s Terry Funk. Mankind asks what his problem is and Funk, calling Mankind ‘Cactus’ says that his problem is denial of self. Funk knows him very well and he knows that this mask or a tye-dyed shirt isn’t him. He wants to see who’s buried beneath. Mankind says he doesn’t know what he’s asking for but before he can even finish the sentence, Funk slaps him across the face. Funk says that he’s going to Unforgiven and he is calling out Cactus Jack. If Cactus has any balls he’ll show up. Funk walks away and Mankind slowly looks up from the slap with a sneer.

Grade: 74

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We see a replay of what happened between Mankind and Terry Funk including the echo of the slap Funk laid on his face in calling out Cactus Jack.

Grade: 72

The Sandman shows no fear of Vader and takes him on from the opening bell, but even as Vader absorbs the punishment, he quickly overtakes the Sandman with a devastating clothesline. From there Vader pours it on, taunting the Sandman saying nobody can save him, no one can stop Vader, especially not the Undertaker. The Sandman keeps fighting but he’s outmatched in this one and he’s finally put away with a Vader Bomb.

Winner by Pinfall: Vader
Grade: 77

Vader looks as if he wants to deliver more punishment when the lights go out and we hear the gong.

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Finally the ring is bathed in purple light as lightning strikes the stage and the lights come back on and the Undertaker is standing where the lightning struck. He tells Vader that at Unforgiven, the bell tolls for thee.

Grade: 88

Following the commercial break, Shawn Michaels comes down to the ring. He says that tonight he is going to shatter the mystique of the Hart family. Everyone has this ideal that they’re perfect. That they’re so great. But the truth is...well, don’t take it from Shawn, take it from a living breathing Hart. He motions up the ramp and out comes a young man.

Shawn introduces him as Teddy Hart. Hart shakes his hand and takes the mic. He says everything that Shawn has said about his family is true. The older Harts are too busy protecting their made up legacy to admit the truth but he’s the next generation, it’s his job to carry the mantle and he’s here to set things straight. The truth is, he is ashamed of his family. His uncle Bret is a coward. His grandfather is a senile old fool. And as far as Owen Hart….he doesn’t have a tenth of the talent, drive, or wrestling ability of Teddy. He’s a fluke and at Unforgiven, the title is going back around the waist of Shawn Michaels. They shake hands again and Michaels holds Teddy’s arm up in the air, as they face each direction of the ring. Michaels says that if Owen didn’t get the message maybe he’ll get this one and suddenly hits Teddy with sweet chin music. Michaels smirks as he looks down at the unconscious youngster as the crowd comes to life.

Owen comes running down to the ring and Michaels quickly ditches. Owen doesn’t give chase as he checks on his nephew but Michaels can’t help but laugh as the chaos he’s caused.

Grade: 100

A vignette is shown with new WWF European Champion William Regal, who is apparently still in Europe. He has a man with him dressed in a tuxedo with a bowler hat who is carrying the championship belt. Regal says that he has stayed in Europe following his victory to ensure that the first opponents he defended his title against were worthy of the opportunity and of course that means actual europeans. He says that he defended his championship twenty-three times already all across Europe and has proven himself as champion but now he and Mr. Casey will be headed back to the United States (he nearly grimaces when saying the name) and he will be making his first appearance at Unforgiven. Until then, just remember, the sun will never set on the Regal Empire.

Grade: 53

JR and the King run down the updated card for Unforgiven which comes to us on pay per view in two weeks! They highlight two new matches made tonight including a mixed tag match and a Texas Death Match--a match made famous by Dory Funk, Sr.

Grade: 100

Ahmed Johnson makes his way down to ringside and takes a seat at the commentary table. JR welcomes him while Lawler doesn’t seem too pleased to see him. Johnson thanks Ross for the welcome and says he wants the best seat in the house to see what happens to Goldust tonight.

Grade: 71

As soon as Austin hits the ring he tears into Goldust, hitting a series of his usual moves and sending Goldust over the top with a clothesline before he even bothers to take off his vest. He rips it off and follows Goldust to the outside, attempting to whip him into the post but Goldust reverses it and Austin hits the post hard. Goldust clears the cobwebs and begins stomping Austin, slamming his head into the apron before rolling him back into the ring. Goldust controls the match for awhile, trying to get several pin attempts. The crowd begins to stand as Triple H comes out onto the stage but goes no further.

Goldust looks like he’s closing in on a victory but when he whips Austin into the ropes, Austin ducks a clothesline and bounds back and nails a Thesz Press, raining right hands down. He then drops a surgical elbow but when he goes to pick Goldust up, Austin gets a thumb to the eye. As Austin tries to get his vision back, Goldust comes up from behind and tries to hit a Curtain Call but when he raises Austin up, Austin’s momentum takes him up and over Goldust. Goldust turns around right into a boot to the gut and a Stone Cold Stunner! Austin hooks the leg and gets the win. As soon as the bell rings, Triple H is in the ring and bashes Austin in the back of the head.
Winner by Pinfall: Stone Cold Steve Austin

Grade: 87

Triple H keeps up the attack but Austin blocks a punch and returns fire and now it’s a fight! They tumble out out of the ring and begin brawling at ringside and even with all the referees standing about, nobody is willing to get between them. Shane McMahon comes running down to ringside as he watches one of his pay per view main events disintegrating in front of his eyes.

Austin gets the upper hand and sends Triple H over the barrier into the timekeeper’s area. With the action calmed down, Shane gets closer and checks on Austin who’s needing a moment to pull himself together after the fight. What neither man sees is Triple H rising with a chair in hand. He sees Austin and makes a beeline for him and swings but at the last moment Shane McMahon is in the way and Triple H nearly decapitates the WWF Commissioner. As the show ends, an unconscious McMahon is laid out between Austin and Triple H and JR questions what this means for Unforgiven.

Grade: 94

Overall: 92

Pipers Pit · September 24, 2018

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Kimberly · September 28, 2018

For prediction purposes - the final Spring Stampede card:

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Sunday Week 3 April 1998 from the Sold Out Calgary Saddledome in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

WCW World Heavyweight Title Match

Bret "Hitman" Hart vs WCW World Heavyweight Champion Sting

Tag Team Match:

Chris Jericho & Diamond Dallas Page vs The Outsiders w/Syxxx

WCW United States Title Match:

Konnan vs WCW United States Champion Eddie Guerrero

Steel Cage Match (This Cage Will Be Covered With A Roof):

Chris Benoit w/Woman vs Shane Douglas w/Elizabeth

WCW Cruiserweight Title Match:

Jushin "Thunder" Liger vs WCW Cruiserweight Champion Guido

No Disqualification Triangle Match for the WCW World Tag Team Titles:

The Hardys vs The Nasty Boys w/Carlena vs WCW World Tag Team Champions The Empire

Singles Match

Rick Steiner vs Booker T

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crackerjack · September 28, 2018

WCW World Heavyweight Title Match

Bret "Hitman" Hart vs WCW World Heavyweight Champion Sting

I've always been in the camp that Sting is better "on the chase" then as champion.

Tag Team Match:

Chris Jericho & Diamond Dallas Page vs The Outsiders w/Syxxx

WCW United States Title Match:

Konnan vs WCW United States Champion Eddie Guerrero

THAT SNAKE

Steel Cage Match (This Cage Will Be Covered With A Roof):

Chris Benoit w/Woman vs Shane Douglas w/Elizabeth

WCW Cruiserweight Title Match:

Jushin "Thunder" Liger vs WCW Cruiserweight Champion Guido

He's probably a loan, but Liger rules

No Disqualification Triangle Match for the WCW World Tag Team Titles:

The Hardys vs The Nasty Boys w/Carlena vs WCW World Tag Team Champions The Empire

Singles Match

Rick Steiner vs Booker T

bonnie · September 29, 2018

WCW World Heavyweight Title Match

Bret "Hitman" Hart

Tag Team Match:

The Outsiders w/Syxxx

WCW United States Title Match:

WCW United States Champion Eddie Guerrero

Steel Cage Match (This Cage Will Be Covered With A Roof):

Chris Benoit w/Woman

WCW Cruiserweight Title Match

WCW Cruiserweight Champion Guido

No Disqualification Triangle Match for the WCW World Tag Team Titles:

WCW World Tag Team Champions The Empire

Singles Match

Booker T

DHK1989 · September 29, 2018

WCW World Heavyweight Title Match

Bret "Hitman" Hart vs WCW World Heavyweight Champion Sting

Tag Team Match:

Chris Jericho & Diamond Dallas Page vs The Outsiders w/Syxxx

WCW United States Title Match:

Konnan vs WCW United States Champion Eddie Guerrero

Steel Cage Match (This Cage Will Be Covered With A Roof):

Chris Benoit w/Woman vs Shane Douglas w/Elizabeth

WCW Cruiserweight Title Match:

Jushin "Thunder" Liger vs WCW Cruiserweight Champion Guido

No Disqualification Triangle Match for the WCW World Tag Team Titles:

The Hardys vs The Nasty Boys w/Carlena vs WCW World Tag Team Champions The Empire

Singles Match

Rick Steiner vs Booker T

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