WWF '94: New Stars Rising

Lord Byron · January 1, 2019

Just curious, ZigZagMan, how can Summerslam 1994 have 41,000 fans in attendance when, in RL, it was held at the newly-opened United Center in Chicago, which seats only 23,000?

As for the two WWF wrestlers who failed drug tests and they're keeping it secret, here's my guess (highlight for the wrestlers): Shawn Michaels and Razor Ramon. It would make sense, given that they both had substance abuse problems...

Other than that, good story so far; wonder how this will go...

ZigZagMan · January 1, 2019

39,000+ were expected to be in attendance so I found a venue that could house them. Many thanks to the Generic company for hosting such a wonderful event! With this dynasty I'll be focusing on the cities rather than the venue in most cases since many of the venues in TEW didn't exist in 1994.

You're one for two on your guesses. I'm actually a bit worried about how this will unfold because the two guys who got popped are two guys I have big plans for. But I guess that's what makes the game fun, the unpredictability.

Thanks for reading!

ZigZagMan · January 1, 2019

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RAZOR RAMON VS. THE BLACK PHANTOM

In a decent match, Razor Ramon defeated The Black Phantom in 6:02 by pinfall with a Razor's Edge.

MATCH RATING: 76 B-

JOHNNY POLO & THE QUEBECERS ISSUE A CHALLENGE TO THE SMOKING GUNNS

In a backstage promo segment, the very annoying Johnny Polo has a challenge for the Smoking Gunns. "Who have the Smoking Gunns even beaten in the World Wrestling Federation? A bunch of nobodies! It's time to step up to the plate and see what you can do against a REAL tag team!"

SEGMENT RATING: 59 C

DOINK THE CLOWN VS. KING KONG BUNDY

In a poor match, King Kong Bundy defeated Doink The Clown in 8:29 by pinfall with an Avalanche.

MATCH RATING: 54 C-

TATANKA STOPS IN TO 'THE HEARTBREAK HOTEL'

Shawn Michaels invites Tatanka to the stage where Tatanka has some strong words for Lex Luger and The Million Dollar Corporation. "I'm a proud man and with the power of my people and the great spirit above, I will take The The Million Dollar Corporation apart...piece by piece!"

SEGMENT RATING: 81 B

THE QUEBECERS VS. BOB BACKLUND & THE 1-2-3 KID

In a poor match, Bob Backlund and 1-2-3 Kid defeated The Quebecers in 9:40 when 1-2-3 Kid defeated Pierre by pinfall. During the match we also had Billy Gunn run in and attack Jacques Rougeau.

MATCH RATING: 64 C

MONDAY NIGHT RAW RECAP

Vince McMahon and Jim Ross recap Monday's developments with Razor putting Diesel & Shawn Michaels on notice once again and The Undertaker getting a piece of revenge against Bam Bam Bigelow & I.R.S. for their contribution in the Million Dollar Corporations attack on the dead man at SummerSlam.

SEGMENT RATING: 86 B+

BOB 'SPARK PLUG' HOLLY VS. IRWIN R. SCHYSTER

In a poor match, Bob Holly defeated Irwin R. Schyster in 10:49 by pinfall with a roll up.

MATCH RATING: 54 C-

FOLLOWING THE MATCH

Bob 'Spark Plug' Holly doesn't get much of a chance to celebrate his upset victory over I.R.S. as King Kong Bundy attacks him after the match. Holly tries to put up a fight but the two assailants are too much, but Tatanka would run down to the ring to settle the score, coming to blows with King Kong Bundy and clearing the ring of the two Million Dollar Corporation members.

SEGMENT RATING: 79 B

WWF SUPERSTARS RATING: 67 C+

ZigZagMan · January 1, 2019

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Bigelow Cartwheel · January 1, 2019

Good work ZZM.

Lord Byron · January 1, 2019

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="ZigZagMan" data-cite="ZigZagMan" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46048" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>39,000+ were expected to be in attendance so I found a venue that could house them. Many thanks to the Generic company for hosting such a wonderful event! With this dynasty I'll be focusing on the cities rather than the venue in most cases since many of the venues in TEW didn't exist in 1994. You're one for two on your guesses. I'm actually a bit worried about how this will unfold because the two guys who got popped are two guys I have big plans for. But I guess that's what makes the game fun, the unpredictability. Thanks for reading!</div></blockquote> I looked it up on Wikipedia (again, that isn't the most accurate at times) and I found three sites in Chicago that could host events with 39,000+ fans: Wrigley Field, Soldier Field, and Comiskey Park. I'm guessing it was held at Wrigley, IMO, because that stadium has a lot of history (and, at this time, so does Comiskey) and, at this time, baseball was on strike, so Wrigley probably needed the business. Remember, two years earlier, the WWF had held Summerslam 1992 outdoors at Wembley Stadium in London (which was successful) and, in 1988, the WWF held Wrestlefest at Milwaukee County Stadium, and the WWF does host outdoor events... The weather in Chicago on August 29, 1994 was partly cloudy and in the 70s (in the evening), so it's not like there was rain in the forecast... Just my .02, and waiting for more (if you need any help looking for venues to hold PPVs or Raw events in at this time, let me know)...

ZigZagMan · January 2, 2019

Soldier Field was what I had in mind but Wrigley would've been unique for sure. Not sure how the sight lines would've worked out.

Thanks for the info.

Lord Byron · January 3, 2019

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="ZigZagMan" data-cite="ZigZagMan" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46048" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Soldier Field was what I had in mind but Wrigley would've been unique for sure. Not sure how the sight lines would've worked out. Thanks for the info.</div></blockquote> Actually, Soldier Field would be a good site for SummerSlam 1994, given that SummerSlam 1992 was held at Wembley Stadium, which is also a football stadium (and attracted about 80,000 people people. Keep in mind that Soldier Field had a capacity of 66,944 seats in 1994 for football events, so it could hold more than 41,000 people easily; it could be the second-biggest event behind WrestleMania III (which drew 93,173, at least according to the WWF; it was likely less than that, maybe 78,000 if Dave Metzler is right) and coming close to SummerSlam 1992's attendance... And the Chicago Bears had just ended their postseason, so it's not like there's a scheduling conflict (BTW, the weather that night was partly cloudy, so there's no threat of bad weather)...

ZigZagMan · January 3, 2019

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“Welcome, everyone, to Boston, Massachusetts! Welcome, everyone, to Monday Night RAW! I’m Vince McMahon here with Jerry ‘The King’ Lawler and tonight we’re going to see Tatanka look for a piece of revenge against The Million Dollar Corporation as he’ll face off in just a few moments against King Kong Bundy!”

“Tatanka has bitten off more than he can chew, McMahon! King Kong Bundy is going to squash the Native American and take care of another problem ‘The Million Dollar Man’ Ted DiBiase.”

“We’re also going to see Mabel and Mo, the Men on a Mission take on ‘The Heartbreak Kid’ Shawn Michaels and ‘Big Daddy Cool’ Diesel!”

“If Razor Ramon knows best, he’ll keep his nose out of this one!”

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Tatanka’s war cry rings through the arena and the fans hop to their feet. Tatanka sprints down to the ring, slides inside and dances in circles before climbing to the second rope and doing a chop towards the crowd.

“Money, money, money, money, money!” The Million Dollar Corporation’s anthem hits as the lights dim and green dollar signs light the aisle. Ted DiBiase steps out of the curtain laughing with King Kong Bundy following close behind him, menacingly taunting the crowd.

“Shut your mouth, idiot!” Bundy shouts at a fan at ringside.

Bundy climbs into the ring and he and Tatanka stand face to face as the bell rings, the massive Bundy dwarfing his opponent. Tatanka bounces off the ropes and delivers a tomahawk chop as we’re underway!

In a decent match, Tatanka defeated King Kong Bundy in 10:55 when King Kong Bundy was counted out after being distracted by The Undertaker.

Comments: Tatanka fought hard in this one but Bundy's size would appear to be too much for the Native American. With Bundy in control, the arena would dim and the bells would tool before The Undertaker appeared in the stands. Bundy walked down the aisle to get a better look as The Undertaker gave a throat slash gesture with the distraction costing Bundy a win.

<div style="text-align:center;">MATCH RATING: 71 B-

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“The Undertaker continues to be thorn in the side of DiBiase’s Million Dollar Corporation! But right now let’s take you backstage with Todd Pettengill who’s standing by with ‘Double J’ Jeff Jarrett.”

Pettengill stands next to Jarrett who is sporting his cowboy hat, flashy shades, and a frilly white jacket. ‘Double J’ dances around questions about his cheap win over the 1-2-3 Kid at SummerSlam before Pettengill asks him what’s next for the aspring country-music, pro wrestling crossover star.

<div style="text-align:center;">“What’s next? I’ll tell you what’s next. I proved at SummerSlam that I’m on another level than the 1-2-3 Kid’s of the World Wrestling Federation. I’m the greatest wrestler here in the WWF and I deserve to have my name right up there with the Razor Ramon’s and the Bret ‘Hitman’ Hart’s because…"</div>

Jarrett is drowned out by the loud hip-hop beats coming from the boombox being carried by Mo of Men on a Mission as he, Mabel, and Oscar walk through.

Jarrett is incensed as Pettengill sends it back to Vince McMahon.

McMahon teases the Adam Bomb versus Kwang match coming up next before Lawler interrupts and says that first he has some questions for a certain WWF Superstar when we return.

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The ring is set up for ‘The King’s Court’ as we come back from commercial. Lawler stands on a red carpet with a microphone in hand, taking a few shots at the Boston crowd before inviting out his guest, the British Bulldog!

‘Rule, Britannia’ hits as the fans pop and Davey Boy Smith makes his way down to the ring in street clothes with a jacket with the union jack on it. He stands next to Lawler who questions his loyalty, calling him a backstabber to Owen Hart.

<div style="text-align:center;">“Bret Hart has treated me like family since the day I met him and I’ve been watching from afar back in England. But Owen and Jim ‘The Anvil’ Neidhart stepped over the line and when it became an unfair fight, the British Bulldog had to even the score because that was the right thing to do.”</div>

Boos start to ring out as Owen Hart starts to walk down the aisle with a microphone in hand.

<div style="text-align:center;">“Bulldog, I treated you like a brother. You were family, but when you picked Bret’s side over mine, you proved that you’re a no-good, backstabber just like he is! You made a big mistake, Bulldog, and soon you’re going to pay!”

“Owen, you pick the time, you pick the place, and I’ll teach you lesson about what loyalty is all about,” the Bulldog fires back.</div>

The Bulldog’s theme hits again as Davey Boy Smith takes off his jacket then sits on the second rope, motioning for Owen to join him. But a frustrated Owen exits instead as we go to commercial.

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Kwang and Harvey Wippleman stand in the ring as we return from commercial. A missile whistles and a nuclear bomb explosion rings through the crowd as Adam Bomb’s theme hits and the fans jump to their feet. Adam Bomb steps out from the curtain and high fives fans at ringside while menacingly glaring at Kwang who stands in the ring.

As Bomb climbs through the ropes Kwang immediately goes to work, hitting Bomb with an axe handle smash on the back as the lights come up and the bell rings.

In a poor match, Adam Bomb defeated Kwang in 9:42 when Kwang was disqualified when Crush ran in and attacked Adam Bomb.

Comments: In what could be an underwhelming finish to an underwhelming feud, Bomb would control most of this one using his strength and athleticism to take control. Adam Bomb would deliver an Atom Smasher to Kwang but Crush would run in, break up the pin and attack Bomb, giving the rising star his next target for destruction.

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“An unfulfilling victory, but another victory nonetheless here for Adam Bomb who continues to impress here in the World Wrestling Federation! Right now, let’s take you back to Todd Pettengill, who standing by with one half of the WWF Tag Team Champions, Bam Bam Bigelow.”

Pettengill stands by with Bigelow in his flame-covered ring attire. He asks Bigelow about the big Tag Team Title victory.

<div style="text-align:center;">“That’s just the first step, Pettengill. The Million Dollar Corporation is taking over the World Wrestling Federation! We’re going right to the top! This Tag Team Title is just the beginning for the ‘Beast from the East!’ Like my newest business partner, Lex Luger, I’ve got big visions too! Bret Hart, your days at the top are numbered!”</div>

Pettengill sends it back to Vince.

“It sounds like there’s more than one member of The Million Dollar Corporation has their eyes on Bret ‘Hitman’ Hart’s World Wrestling Federation title.”

“That’s right, McMahon, and the ‘Hitman’ better be careful whenever he decides to show his face because he’s got a big target right on his back!”

“Ladies and gentlemen when we return, Shawn Michaels and Diesel will take on the Men on a Mission!”

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We return from an ICO-PRO commercial as the arena lights dim and lights flash in the aisle the hip-hop beats ring out. Oscar raps as he leads Mabel and Mo down to ringside! Mabel sways his arms back and forth as Mo high fives the fans sitting near the barrier. As Mo climbs in the ring the monstrous Mabel steps over the top rope and they continue to hype the fans.

“We’re having fun here tonight!” shouts Vince.

The big Diesel horn blares as Shawn Michaels and Diesel step out of the curtain into the aisle which is now lit with blue lights.

“They better get it out of their system now, McMahon because Diesel looks like he means business,” adds Lawler.

Michaels dances down the aisle while Diesel slowly walks down with a menacing look on his face, staring right at Mabel.

They make their way into the ring, with Diesel stepping over the top, and Michaels flexes as Diesel throws up a fist behind him.

As they remove their entrance attire, Mabel exits the ring first with Diesel next as Michaels and Mo will start this one. The bell rings. Michaels holds his hands up mocking Mo before attempting a quick jab but Mo dodges and hits Michaels with a punch of his own as Michaels chewing gum flies from his mouth.

In a decent match, Diesel & Shawn Michaels defeated Men on a Mission in 11:33 when Diesel defeated Mo by pinfall with a Jacknife Power Bomb. During the match we also had Yokozuna distract Mo.

Comments: There was a lot of build up in this match for the fans who would eventually see the two big men, Mabel and Diesel, go toe to toe in a huge brawl. Yokozuna, who has unfinished business with Mabel, and Crush, another understudy of Mr. Fuji, would make their presence felt by distracting Mo who would receive a Jackknife Powerbomb and have Diesel's big boot on his chest for the 1..2..3 pinfall.

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Yokozuna and Crush climb into the ring after the pin.

Diesel, Yokozuna, and Crush continue their assault on the Men on a Mission as Shawn Michaels lays across the ropes in the corner watching the melee with his arms behind his head. Just then the crowd explodes as Razor Ramon and Adam Bomb run down the aisle.

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Razor brawls with Diesel while Adam Bomb targets Crush sending him over the top before coming to blows with Yokozuna.

Adam Bomb then clotheslines Yokozuna over the top as both men fall to the mats outside. Michaels stands looking at the wreckage as Razor sends Diesel out of the ring. Razor turns to see Michaels who hasn’t noticed ‘The Bad Guy’ stalking him from behind. The crowd leaps to their feet but as Michaels turns, he avoids the grasp of Razor by hitting the mat and rolling outside the ring.

“Oh my, anything can happen here in the World Wrestling Federation! We’ll see you next week!” says Vince to close the show.

<div style="text-align:center;">MATCH RATING: 88 B+

MONDAY NIGHT RAW RATING: 77 B</div>

Bigelow Cartwheel · January 3, 2019

Another good show ZZM.

Not asking you to reveal any spoilers (unless you feel inclined) but what's Jim Cornette up to in your game world? Any plans on bringing him in? That guy is a riot!

ZigZagMan · January 3, 2019

Another good show ZZM.

Not asking you to reveal any spoilers (unless you feel inclined) but what's Jim Cornette up to in your game world? Any plans on bringing him in? That guy is a riot!

I loved Cornette. He's managing Yoko but unfortunately due to ties with Smokey Mountain Wrestling, I can only used him on Superstars and PPVs. I'm trying to figure out a way to bring him in full time but I can't ink him to a deal with his SMW role as head booker.

Bigelow Cartwheel · January 4, 2019

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="ZigZagMan" data-cite="ZigZagMan" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46048" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>I loved Cornette. He's managing Yoko but unfortunately due to ties with Smokey Mountain Wrestling, I can only used him on Superstars and PPVs. I'm trying to figure out a way to bring him in full time but I can't ink him to a deal with his SMW role as head booker.</div></blockquote> Aaaahhhhh

ZigZagMan · January 4, 2019

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Here are some interesting tidbit's from Dave Meltzer in his 'Wrestling Observer Newsletter'...

<ul><li>Bam Bam Bigelow's contract is up at the end of the month but the World Wrestling Federation has every intention of offering him a lucrative contract to keep him in the fold. World Championship Wrestling officials are rumored to be very interested in inking the big man and bringing him in as a top heel. </li><li>Crush has been working hard to turnaround his negative backstage image after his past history of behavioral issues caused by substance abuse. Crush is reportedly cleaning up his act and has been a positive presence in the WWF locker room. </li><li>Changes could be coming for The Headshrinkers as there's been no movement on a contract extension with Samu. Afa is also up for contract at the end of the month but it doesn't appear there's much interest in bringing him back as WWF officials seem content to take the former WWF Tag Team champions a different direction behind Captain Lou Albano. </li><li>Monday Night RAW was solid again this week posting a 3.40 TV rating. Last weekend's broadcast of WWF Superstars received a 0.32 rating. </li></ul>

ZigZagMan · January 4, 2019

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A.C. CONNER VS. OWEN HART

In a bout that had decent wrestling but didn't have much heat, Owen Hart defeated A.C. Conner in 6:35 by submission with a Sharpshooter.

MATCH RATING: 70 C+

KING KONG BUNDY VISITS 'THE HEARTBREAK HOTEL'

'The Heartbreak Kid' welcomes 'The Million Dollar Man' and King Kong Bundy to 'The Heartbreak Hotel' where Bundy has some words of warning for The Undertaker. "Undertaker, you can play your mind games! You can play in the dark! But I'm not afraid to stand face-to-face with any man. 'The Million Dollar Man' hired me for one reason, and one reason only and right now, all I see is a dead man walking!" Just then the lights go off and a bell tolls. When the lights come back on Bundy begins yell and throw around pieces of the set in a rage. "Where are you at, Undertaker?"

SEGMENT RATING: 80 B

FATU VS. RENO RIGGINS

In a bout that had terrible wrestling and non-existent crowd heat, Fatu defeated Reno Riggins in 5:59 by pinfall.

MATCH RATING: 50 D+

JIM 'THE ANVIL' NEIDHART ISSUES A CHALLENGE TO THE BULLDOG

In a backstage promo, Owen Hart and Jim 'The Anvil' Neidhart have some more strong words for the Bulldog with Neidhart issuing a challenge. "Bulldog! I considered you family. You made a big mistake taking the Hitman's side and you'll come to realize soon enough that the 'Hitman' is only in it for himself! Until you see the light, Bulldog, you're no family of Owen and myself, oh no, and Monday Night on RAW I challenge you to step in that ring because 'The Anvil' is going to come smashing down!"[/b]

SEGMENT RATING: 73 B-

BARRY HOROWITZ VS. JEFF JARRETT

In a poor match, Jeff Jarrett defeated Barry Horowitz in 8:08 by submission with a Figure Four Leglock.

MATCH RATING: 62 C

MONDAY NIGHT RAW RECAP

Vince McMahon and Jim Ross recap Monday Night RAW's events including an eight-man melee involving Shawn Michaels, 'Big Daddy Cool' Diesel, Razor Ramon, Mabel, Adam Bomb, Yokozuna, and Crush!

SEGMENT RATING: 88 B+

JIM CORNETTE & YOKOZUNA ISSUE A WARNING TO MABEL & ADAM BOMB

In a backstage promo segment, Jim Cornette, with Yokozuna at his side, has a warning for Mabel and Adam Bomb. "Mabel, I've heard what the people have been saying. You're "the next big thing in the WWF." That's cute. Now, Adam Bomb has stuck his nose where it doesn't belong. I want you both to take a good long look at the 600-pound bohemoth standing next to me. Yokozuna was the bulldozer that tore down everything in his path on the way to the top of the World Wrestling Federation, something Mabel can't even dream of. Adam Bomb, you know nothing of "total destruction" until you step in the ring with Yokozuna! You're both stepping in the path of a storm that is going to leave nothing standing in it's wake and soon, you're both going to be left in the rubble!" "Banzai!" adds Yokozuna.

SEGMENT RATING: 82 B

THE SMOKING GUNNS VS. THE QUEBECERS

In a bout that had decent wrestling but didn't have much heat, The Smoking Gunns defeated The Quebecers in 10:41 when Billy Gunn defeated Pierre by pinfall with a Sidewinder.

MATCH RATING: 66 C+

WWF SUPERSTARS RATING: 73 B-

ZigZagMan · January 4, 2019

Lord Byron · January 5, 2019

BTW, ZigZagMan, I don't mind the details in your PPV matches; they're more important than the RAW matches at this point anyway...

UltimateJerichoFan · January 6, 2019

Now I don’t know if you want predictions for RAW, but there fun so I am doing them anyways.

Yokozuna, Crush, and ???

Jim Neidhart

Let Luger

Keep up this really good diary man!

BHK1978 · January 6, 2019

Yokozuna, Crush, and ???

Davey Boy Smith

Lex Luger

Have I mentioned that I really dislike Bob Holly as well? Maybe not as much as X-Pac but yeah I have always disliked the dude.

ZigZagMan · January 7, 2019

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“The World Wrestling Federation superstars are here and they’re shining bright in Los Angeles, California! Welcome everyone to Monday Night RAW! I’m Vince McMahon here with Jerry “The King” Lawler and tonight we’re going to see world’s collide in a huge six man tag team match as Yokozuna, Crush, and ‘Big Daddy Cool’ Diesel take on Adam Bomb, Mabel, and ‘The Bad Guy’ Razor Ramon!”

“Take a look at that team McMahon! Crush! Yokozuna! AND Diesel?! I’d be very concerned if I was Razor Ramon tonight!”

“On top of that we’ll see the British Bulldog, who made his return to the World Wrestling Federation in the corner of World Heavyweight Champion, Bret Hart, take on Jim ‘The Anvil’ Neidhart!”

Bret Hart’s theme music hits!

“Speaking of the ‘Hitman’ here he comes!”

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The lights dim and pink hearts light up the aisle. The fans jump to their feet and pop loudly as Bret Hart makes his way down the aisle! He’s wearing jeans, pink shades, and a leather jacket with the WWF World Heavyweight Title slung over his shoulder. He climbs in the ring a hypes the crowd a bit before hopping to the outside and putting his shades on the face of a little girl sitting at ringside.

He climbs back in the ring where Vince McMahon stands with a microphone. Vince asks Bret about his title defense at SummerSlam, his feud with Owen Hart, and whether he’s heard the recent threats from the Million Dollar Corporation.

<div style="text-align:center;">“You know, Vince, it doesn’t matter how much of a beating I take, I always get back up. You don’t become the World Heavyweight Champion without being resilient and you don’t deserve to wear this belt if you’re not going to defend it with pride and with honor. I’ve heard what Lex Luger had to say. I didn’t become the World Heavyweight Champion because I won a popularity contest. I became World champ because I earned it. I earned it because I didn’t make excuses. Now I’ve got Bam Bam Bigelow, ‘The Beast from the East’, painting a target on my back. Bam Bam, I heard your challenge and I accept! I’m ready to defend this belt at every turn and next week on RAW, I’m going to prove to you, once again Bam Bam, that I am the best there is, the best there was, and the best there ever will be!”</div>

The fans pop as Bret’s music hits once again!

“It’s one thing to be confident but it’s another to be stupid. And Bret Hart might’ve just made the biggest mistake of his career!” says Lawler.

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As we return from the ring, Bob "Spark Plug" Holly loosens up as the ‘Million Dollar Corporation’s theme song hits. The arena lights dim as green dollar signs light up the aisle. Lex Luger steps out of the curtain to a chorus of boos, slowly walking down the aisle. Ted DiBiase walks right along with him in a black suit while Luger sports his new ring attire with black tights, black boots, and black kneepads with gold dollar signs on them similar to what Ted DiBiase used to wear along with the ‘Million Dollar Championship’ belt around his waist. Luger steps into the ring and flexes before removing his belt and handing it off to Ted DiBiase.

The bell rings as Luger and Holly lock up but Luger immediately asserts his dominance my shoving Holly to the mat as we get underway.

In a decent match, Lex Luger defeated Bob Holly in 8:07 by submission with a Torture Rack.

Comments: Bob "Spark Plug" Holly had been on a roll of late but he was no match for the powerful Lex Luger who would gain control of this one early.

Luger would nail Holly with a running forearm blast before earning the submission victory, locking Holly in the Torture Rack.

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Luger refuses to relinquish the hold as Holly grimaces and yells in pain. Multiple referees run from backstage as the ‘Million Dollar Champion’ keeps Holly locked in the Torture Rack. DiBiase eventually gives Luger a nod and he drops Holly to the mat behind him before finding a camera.

<div style="text-align:center;">“Hitman! No more Mr. Nice Guy! After Bam Bam is finished with you, you’re mine!”</div>

DiBiase laughs maniacally as he and Luger exit the ring to a chorus of boos.

SEGMENT RATING: 73 B-

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Jim “The Anvil” Neidhart is making his way to the ring with Owen Hart at his side as we return from commercial. He tells the fans at ringside to shut their mouths as Owen just glares with a sour look on his face. Neidhart climbs in the ring as he and Owen soak in the jeers from the crowd.

‘Rule, Britannia’ hits and the fans hop to their feet as the ‘British Bulldog’ makes his way down the aisle, arms outstretched holding the British flag behind him. He climbs into the ring and flexes in the middle as the flag is projected on the ring mat.

As the lights come up Owen stands on the apron pointing to the Bulldog and Davey Boy Smith motions for him to come in and join the party. Owen hops down off the ring apron with both feet as the bell rings. Neidhart and Bulldog begin to circle each other before locking up.

In a decent match, The British Bulldog defeated Jim Neidhart in 12:03 by pinfall with a Running Powerslam.

Comments: The two powerful stars went toe to toe in this one. 'The Anvil' looked to have an edge in this one after distracting the referee while Owen Hart whipped Bulldog into the steel steps on the outside but Davey Boy Smith would fight back. In one last ditch effort to save the match, Owen would hop onto the apron to distract Bulldog but he'd be punched right off the apron by the Bulldog who would then nail Neidhart with a running powerslam to gain the win in his impressive return to singles action!

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A video segment begins in a dark workshop. Paul Bearer comes into view of the camera and has some words for ‘The Million Dollar Man’ Ted DiBiase and King Kong Bundy as hammering on metal nails can be heard in the background. The Undertaker comes into view and has some final words.

<div style="text-align:center;">“The creatures that lurk in the darkness remain restless as Ted DiBiase and his ‘Million Dollar Corporation’ continue to exploit the greed of mankind. DiBiase, your quest will become a fruitless endeavor as no mortal man can stand before The Undertaker and escape with their soul intact. No man can escape the cold grip of The Undertaker once the vow has been spoken. King Kong Bundy, the pact has been sealed and you will be the next piece to fall into eternal darkness as I claim another soul for the creatures of the night. Bundy, you will rest…in peace.”</div>

SEGMENT RATING: 76 B-

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We return from commercial for our main event as Yokozuna and Crush stand in the ring as Mr. Fuji waves the Japanese flag from side to side to boos from the crowd.

A Diesel horn blares as ‘Big Daddy Cool’ and Shawn Michaels both make their way down to the ring. Michaels dances down the aisle in street clothes with Diesel slowly walking behind him in his usual leather ring attire. Diesel adjusts his gloved fist as he glares at the fans before climbing onto the ring apron and stepping over the top rope. He raises a fist in the middle as Michaels makes his way to the announce table.

“I guess we’re going to be joined by Shawn Michaels…” says Vince.

“Gentlemen! To what do you owe the pleasure?” Michaels chimes in.

Tires screech as Razor Ramon’s theme music hits. ‘The Bad Guy’ steps out of the curtain, arms outstretched, in green and gold attire with gold chains around his neck and the Intercontinental Title around his waist. The crowd cheers loudly for Razor who pauses then turns to point back to the entrance as big Mabel and Adam Bomb step out from the curtain.

The three men slowly make their way down to the ring with Razor leading the way. The climb in the ring and before Razor even takes off his vest a brawl ensues, Razor nailing Diesel with a punch, Mabel and Yokozuna coming to blows, and Adam Bomb and Crush nailing each other with haymakers. The bell rings as the brawl ensues.

In a decent match, Adam Bomb, Mabel and Razor Ramon defeated Crush, Yokozuna and Diesel in 12:29 when Razor Ramon defeated Crush by pinfall with a Razor's Edge.

Comments: The referee never truly gained control of this one which essentially gave the crowd over 12 minutes of the big men brawling. The team of Diesel, Yoko, and Crush would gain the advantage using dirty tactics but ultimately Razor would be able to isolate Crush in the middle of the ring and hit the Razor's Edge for the win.

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Diesel climbs back in the ring and nails Razor from behind with an axe handle smash. 'Big Daddy Cool' continues to pound on Razor as Michaels slides the Intercontinental belt in and rolls into the ring. Diesel holds Razor’s arms and Michaels nails him with the Sweet Chin Music. He grabs the Intercontinental Title belt and holds it in Razor’s face, taunting him.

Diesel pulls Razor back to his feet and sets him up for a Jackknife Powerbomb but...

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The crowd pops as the 1-2-3 Kid sprints down the aisle. He hops onto the top turnbuckle and takes Diesel out with a missile dropkick. The Kid ducks under a spinning clothesline from Michaels and sends him flying over the top rope with a crescent kick!

“Fans, we’ve run out of time! We’ll see you next week!” shouts Vince as Razor clotheslines Diesel over the top rope!

<div style="text-align:center;">SEGMENT RATING: 99 A+

MONDAY NIGHT RAW RATING: 86 B+</div>

Bigelow Cartwheel · January 8, 2019

Awesome. Great ending, popping with The Kid.

I’m enjoying the dialogue too. When you read it and can hear the voices you know you’ve got it down right. Vince’s is especially strong.

ZigZagMan · January 8, 2019

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Here are some interesting tidbit's from Dave Meltzer in his 'Wrestling Observer Newsletter'...

<ul><li>The World Wrestling Federation returned to Los Angeles this past week on RAW and rumor has it one of their top stars has earned some attention from Hollywood. 'The Million Dollar Champion' Lex Luger has reportedly agreed to take part in an upcoming motion picture. </li><li>Bam Bam Bigelow, whose contract is up at the end of the month, is reportedly weighing offers from both the World Wrestling Federation and World Championship Wrestling. This is the second time in the last two months the two promotions have gone head-to-head for a top talent, the last coming when the WWF inked the British Bulldog. </li><li>The 1-2-3 Kid was disciplined after missing a pre-show media appearance prior to Monday Night RAW. Word has it that he has admitted his mistake and has accepted the punishment handed down. </li><li>Monday Night RAW received fantastic reviews this past week, earning a 3.47 TV rating. The show drew 14,187 fans. This weekend's telecast of WWF Superstars received a 0.33 rating. </li></ul>

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THE HEADSHRINKERS VS. THE HEAVENLY BODIES

In a bout that had sub-par wrestling and little heat, The Headshrinkers defeated The Heavenly Bodies in 7:33 when Fatu defeated Tom Prichard by pinfall with a Double Diving Headbutt.

MATCH RATING: 57 C-

MONDAY NIGHT RAW RECAP, PT. 1

Jim Ross and Vince McMahon begin to recap another edition of Monday Night RAW which was jam-packed with excitement, including Lex Luger's dominating win over Bob "Spark Plug" Holly and Luger's strong words to Bret 'Hitman' Hart, the British Bulldog's return to singles action thwarting interference from Owen and earning the pinfall over Jim 'The Anvil' Neidhart, and the 'Hitman' accepting Bam Bam Bigelow's challenge setting up a World Heavyweight Title match next week on RAW! "Now I’ve got Bam Bam Bigelow, ‘The Beast from the East’, painting a target on my back. Bam Bam, I heard your challenge and I accept! I’m ready to defend this belt at every turn and next week on RAW, I’m going to prove to you, once again Bam Bam, that I am the best there is, the best there was, and the best there ever will be!”

SEGMENT RATING: 82 B

DOINK VS. BARRY HARDY

In an abysmal match, Doink The Clown defeated Barry Hardy in 6:09 by pinfall with a Whoopie Cushion.

MATCH RATING: 41 D

MONDAY NIGHT RAW RECAP, PT. 2 & A CHALLENGE FROM JIM CORNETTE

Ross and McMahon continue to recap Monday Night RAW, this time focusing on Razor Ramon, earning the pinfall victory in the big six man tag match between the team of Razor, Adam Bomb, and Mabel versus Diesel, Yokozuna, and Crush. The 1-2-3 Kid would thwart the Two Dudes with Attitudes attempted beat down of Razor Ramon. Following the video package, Jim Cornette and Yokozuna are backstage where they have words for big Mabel. "Mabel, you may be a mountain of a man but the man standing next to me casts a shadow so large that even you can't escape it. This Monday Night on RAW, you will look in the eyes of Yokozuna who will prove, once again, that he's the biggest and baddest man in the World Wrestling Federation!" "Bonsai!" adds Yokozuna.

SEGMENT RATING: 83 B+

'DOUBLE J' TAKES EXCEPTION TO OSCAR AND MO'S ENTRANCE BEATS

Oscar raps as he leads Mo down to the ring for a singles contest. 'Double J' steps out of the curtain with a microphone in hand. "Cut it! Cut that garbage off! What is that? That's not music and as the greatest musician in the world, 'Double J' Jeff Jarrett would know. That's J-A-Double F, J-A-Double R-E-Double T! And as long as I have anything to say about it, you're done blowing up our ear drums with all that rap nonsense. Hit my music!" Jarrett's country waltz hits and he makes his way down the aisle for the match.

SEGMENT RATING: 78 B

MO VS. JEFF JARRETT

In a bout that had decent wrestling but didn't have much heat, Jeff Jarrett defeated Mo in 10:24 by submission with a Figure Four Leglock after blatantly cheating.

MATCH RATING: 65 C

CRUSH STOPS INTO 'THE HEARTBREAK HOTEL'

Shawn Michaels welcomes Crush to The Heartbreak Hotel where Crush, with Mr. Fuji at his side, has some strong words for Adam Bomb. "Adam Bomb...next week on Superstars, brah, I'm going to show you what "total destruction" is all about!"

SEGMENT RATING: 97 A+

TATANKA VS. RICK 'THE MODEL' MARTEL

In a decent match, Tatanka defeated Rick Martel in 11:10 by pinfall with an End of the Trail.

MATCH RATING: 69 C+

WWF SUPERSTARS RATING: 75 B-

ZigZagMan · January 8, 2019

<blockquote data-ipsquote="" class="ipsQuote" data-ipsquote-username="Bigelow Cartwheel" data-cite="Bigelow Cartwheel" data-ipsquote-contentapp="forums" data-ipsquote-contenttype="forums" data-ipsquote-contentid="46048" data-ipsquote-contentclass="forums_Topic"><div>Awesome. Great ending, popping with The Kid. I’m enjoying the dialogue too. When you read it and can hear the voices you know you’ve got it down right. Vince’s is especially strong.</div></blockquote> Thank you! I always try to cut these promos as accurately as possible. In my opinion, those promos were just as, if not more important at building those storylines in this era, prior to all of the Russo soap opera craziness of the Attitude era.

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ZigZagMan · January 9, 2019

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This week’s edition of Monday Night RAW opens up with a video package hyping tonight’s main event, a World Heavyweight Championship match between challenger Bam Bam Bigelow and champion Bret “Hitman” Hart.

Highlights from both stars are shown including clips from matches between the two men, including the 1993 King of the Ring Final where the fans witnessed the ‘Hitman’ earn a pinfall on a victory roll.

Vince McMahon chimes in, “Two weeks ago, ‘The Beast from the East’ Bam Bam Bigelow issued a warning to Bret ‘Hitman’ Hart…”

<div style="text-align:center;">"The Million Dollar Corporation is taking over the World Wrestling Federation! We’re going right to the top! This Tag Team Title is just the beginning for the ‘Beast from the East!’ Like my newest business partner, Lex Luger, I’ve got big visions too! Bret Hart, your days at the top are numbered!”</div>

“The ‘Hitman’ didn’t take the threat lightly and answered the call just one week later…”

<div style="text-align:center;">“Now I’ve got Bam Bam Bigelow, ‘The Beast from the East’, painting a target on my back. Bam Bam, I heard your challenge and I accept! I’m ready to defend this belt at every turn and next week on RAW, I’m going to prove to you, once again Bam Bam, that I am the best there is, the best there was, and the best there ever will be!”</div>

“Tonight, these two men will face off in a World Heavyweight Title Match! Will the ‘Hitman’ be able to defend his title against the ‘Beast from the East’ Bam Bam Bigelow? We’ll find out tonight on Monday Night RAW!”

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After the RAW opening video we join Vince McMahon at ringside.

“Welcome everyone, to the city that never sleeps! Welcome everyone, to Las Vegas! Welcome everyone, to Monday Night RAW! I’m Vince McMahon here with Jerry ‘The King’ Lawler’ and tonight we’ll see two of the biggest names in sports entertainment face off as Bret ‘Hitman’ Hart will defend his World Heavyweight Title against Bam Bam Bigelow!”

“That’s right, McMahon. The Million Dollar Corporation has placed a big target on the back of the ‘Hitman’ and tonight I have a good feeling we’re going to see a new World Champion in Bam Bam Bigelow!” adds Lawler.

“Not only that but we’re going to see two of the biggest men in the World Wrestling Federation square off as Yokozuna will take on Mabel!”

“Mabel’s big McMahon, but he’s not Yokozuna. Yokozuna is a former World Champion and one of the most dominant forces in the WWF. Mabel is going to be humbled tonight.”

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The Quebecers theme music hits.

“But first we’re going to see some tag team action as Razor Ramon and the 1-2-3 Kid will take on The Quebecers, and here they come!”

The fans voice their disdain for the trio as Johnny Polo leads the way in a brightly colored sportscoat and a boat captains hat with a riding crop in his hand. The Quebecers, Jacques and Pierre, follow behind in matching sleeveless Mountie uniforms and aviator sunglasses. They all talk trash to the fans as they make their way down the aisle and into the ring.

Tires screech and the fans hope to their feet and pop loudly as Razor Ramon’s theme music hits. The lights dim and yellow razor blades illuminate the aisle way as Razor steps out from the curtain with his arms outstretched. The 1-2-3 Kid jogs in place behind him before they slowly make their way down the aisle. The Kid slaps the fans hands as Razor slicks back his hair for the camera. The Kid hops onto the apron and over the top rope as Razor climbs in the ring and as Razor points his thumbs to his chest before throwing his arms out in the Razor’s Edge signal, the Kid hops onto the second turnbuckle and holds a hand in the air.

As the lights come back on Razor taunts the Quebecers motioning with his hands for them to bring it. As Jacques approaches Razor tosses his toothpick in his face. Jacques oversells and hits the mat like he just took a bullet to the eye. He rolls out of the ring as Razor also steps out as the bell rings, leaving Pierre and the 1-2-3 Kid to start this one.

In a bout that had decent wrestling but didn't have much heat, 1-2-3 Kid and Razor Ramon defeated The Quebecers in 11:04 when 1-2-3 Kid defeated Jacques Rougeau by pinfall.

Comments: The Quebecers and their dirty tactics were no match for the 1-2-3 Kid and Razor Ramon in this one. Razor would dominate the match but it would be the 1-2-3 Kid who earned the pinfall after hitting Jacques Rougeau with a Moonsault.

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“That was a big win for the team of Razor Ramon and the 1-2-3 Kid. Speaking of the Kid let’s take you to Todd Pettengill who is standing by with ‘Big Daddy Cool’ Diesel.”

Todd Pettengill stands with Diesel by his side. Pettengill asks Diesel about the 1-2-3 Kid’s run-in last week on RAW.

<div style="text-align:center;">“It takes a special kid of stupid for a scrawny punk like the 1-2-3 Kid to interject himself in the matters of ‘Big Daddy Cool’ Diesel. 1-2-3 Kid, if you want to play with the big boys, it’s time to step up to the plate. Next week on RAW, I’m challenging you one on one. You want to be tough? Let’s see how tough you can be!”</div>

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We return from commercial as Mabel makes his way down to the ring being led by Oscar who raps and waves his arms from side to side to the delight of the crowd. Mabel sways his arms from side to side with a smile on his face before climbing the ring steps then steps over the top rope.

“Oh yeah! Look at the size of Mabel! And he’s having some fun tonight!” says Vince

“He better enjoy it while it lasts, McMahon, because Yokozuna is going to wipe that smile right off of his face,” comments Lawler.

They dance in the ring to hype the crowd a bit more before Yokozuna’s music hits. The crowd boos loudly as the big sumo makes his way out of the curtain in a robe led by Mr. Fuji who waves the Japanese flag from side to side.

“Conspicuous by his absence is Jim Cornette who is dealing with matters in Smokey Mountain Wrestling,” says McMahon.

Yokozuna slowly makes his way down to the ring intensely staring at the fans before climbing the steel steps and stepping between the ropes. He removes his robe, tosses salt in the air and begins his pre-match sumo-ritual glaring at Mabel across the ring.

As the bell rings the two men run full force into each other and collide in the middle with both men staggered but neither man falling.

In a decent match, Yokozuna defeated Mabel in 8:15 by pinfall with a Bonzai Drop following interference from Jeff Jarrett. During the match we also had Mr. Fuji distract Mabel.

Comments: Mabel impressed in this one going toe-to-toe with Yokozuna. It even appeared as Mabel was gaining an edge nailing Yokozuna with a huge Samoan Drop, but before Mabel could capitalize, Mr. Fuji would hop on the apron attracting the attention of Mabel and the referee. With Mabel distracted, 'Double J' Jeff Jarrett would continue his war on rap, hopping the barrier at ringside and nailing Mabel in the back with Oscar's boombox. Mabel surprisingly appeared to shake off the shot as Jarrett escaped but Yokozuna would take advantage, dropping the big man near the corner and hitting a Bonzai Drop!

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“’Double J’ continues to make enemies here in the World Wrestling Federation much like he did with one of the men standing by with Todd Pettengill who is with the 1-2-3 Kid and Razor Ramon.”

Pettengill asks Razor and the 1-2-3 Kid about their tag team victory before pressing the kid for a response to Diesel’s challenge.

<div style="text-align:center;">“Diesel, you’re a foot taller than me and you probably have a hundred pounds on me, but I didn’t get to the World Wrestling Federation by backing down from guys that are bigger than me. I accept your challenge. I’ll see you in the ring next week!”</div>

Razor has something to add.

<div style="text-align:center;">“Shawn Micheals. ‘Heartbreak Kid.’ Oyeme. Listen…to me. I haven’t forgotten what happened last week, chico. If you know what’s best for you, you won’t show your pretty little face on RAW next week, because if you do, ‘The Bad Guy’…will be looking…for you.”</div>

“There you have it. Next week we’ll see the 1-2-3 Kid step in the ring as a major underdog against the near 7-foot monster, ‘Big Daddy Cool’ Diesel! Fans, up next it’s the match that everyone has been waiting for. Bam Bam Bigelow will take on Bret ‘Hitman’ Hart for the World Wrestling Federation Heavyweight Championship, and it’s coming up next!”

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“Bam! Bam!” Bam Bam Bigelow’s theme music hits and he slowly makes his way down the aisle with a nasty look on his face to loud jeers from the fans. The lights are dimmed and green dollar signs illuminate the aisleway. Ted DiBiase laughs as he leads the way in a black suit, counting out hundred dollar bills, while Bigelow sports his usual flame covered ring attire.

“Ladies and gentlemen the following match is scheduled for one fall and is for the World Wrestling Federation Heavyweight Title! First, making his way down to the ring, the challenger, from Asbury Park, New Jersey, weighting in at 325 pounds, he is the ‘Beast from the East’ Bam Bam Bigelow!” announces Howard Finkel.

“Here comes Bam Bam Bigelow and it looks like the big man means business tonight!” says Vince.

Bigelow climbs in the ring and bounces off the ropes to loosen up. The music stops and the fans wait in anticipation of the arrival of the World Heavyweight Champion.

The guitars at the beginning of Bret’s theme music hits as the crowd erupts. Pink hearts now illuminate the aisleway as a spotlight shines on the World Champ as he makes his way out of the curtain in black tights with pink flame trim and a pink singlet with a leather jacket and shades on. He’s got the World Heavyweight Title belt slung over his shoulder as he slaps the hands of the fans at ringside who continue to go nuts.

“And his opponent, from Calgary, Alberta, Canada, weighing in at 235 pounds, he is the World Wrestling Federation Heavyweight Champion, Bret ‘Hitman’ Hart!”

He continues down the aisle and climbs in the ring holding out his arms taking in the cheers from the crowd before handing off the World title belt to the ringside attendant He steps through the ropes then hops down off the apron, placing his pink shades on the face of a little boy sitting at ringside. He then climbs back in the ring as he and Bigelow stand in the middle getting instructions from referee Earl Hebner. The bell rings and the two circle each other before locking up.

In a bout that had great wrestling and good heat, Bret Hart defeated Bam Bam Bigelow in 16:49 by pinfall with a Victory Roll. During the match we also had Ted DiBiase distract Bret Hart. Bret Hart makes defence number 4 of his WWF World Heavyweight Championship title.

Comments: As expected, Bigelow and Bret Hart put on an impressive show in a back and forth contest. Hart would spend much of the match trying to take out Bigelow's strong base while Bigelow used his power to thwart the 'Hitman's rallies. DiBiase would try to turn things in this one but as he hopped onto the apron to distract Bret, the 'Hitman' would turn the tides whipping Bigelow into the ropes and sending DiBiase crashing to the floor! Bret would take advantage of their heads colliding, climb onto the second rope and flip over Bigelow, earning the pinfall with a victory role, shades of his 1993 King of the Ring victory over Bigelow, and another World Heavyweight Title defense!

<div style="text-align:center;">MATCH RATING: 84 B+</div>

Bret celebrates his big win and is hunched over in the corner as the referee raises his arm and hands him the World Heavyweight Title belt. As Bret continues to recover from a tough match, someone slides in the ring in the opposite corner in a tight black t-shirt and black pants.

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It’s Lex Luger! Before Hart can even turn to see who has entered the ring behind him, Luger nails him in the back of the head with a forearm! The crowd boos loudly seeing the cheapshot.

Luger lays the boots to the ‘Hitman’ before slowly dragging him up to his feet. Luger throws Bret’s arm over his shoulder and hoists the battered champion over his shoulders in the Torture Rack. Luger refuses to relinquish the hold as WWF officials begin to pour out from the back. It’s not until the British Bulldog runs into the ring that Luger drops the Hitman to the mat and exits the ring.

Luger, Bam Bam, and DiBiase back their way down the aisle as Luger points to the Hitman and motions putting his World Title belt around his waist while Bulldog tends to his fallen ally.

“What a dastardly attack from Lex Luger!” adds Vince. “Fans, we’re out of time! We’ll see you next week!”

<div style="text-align:center;">SEGMENT RATING: 98 A+

MONDAY NIGHT RAW RATING: 87 B+</div>

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