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Great stuff, though. Always admired this diary but never really kept up with it because it just seemed too big. The modified first post has convinced me to really start reading it.

 

Cool, I'm glad. I hope you enjoy what you read.

 

It's "unsuccessful," not "insuccessful." In Shane Douglas' bio you accidentally spell deathmatch as "deatmatch."

 

...and that's what you get for posting at such a ridiculously early time :rolleyes:. Cheers, bud.

 

Wow 50K! Congrats buddy that's no easy feat.

 

Haha, ta. Much appreciated.

 

EDIT:

 

Amazing looking at some of the names you've had at the top who are now pretty much in the midcard, like Goliath, HBK, Jericho. Look forward to seeing more updates on it.

 

Somehow missed this first time. Yeah, it's a fairly storied history. I wanted to do a prequel diary and recap everything I'd done previously in shorter, note form but, firstly, it'd take ages and, second, I don't think I still have all my notes.

 

Note the world title picture from November 2002 to May 2003. I was set to suspend Raven so he had to drop the belt but Sandman, Austin, Michaels and Jericho were all injured; Taz had just retired and Goliath just signed for WWF (he came back, obviously). That was a dicey few months... I was desperately trying to get Angle and Benoit over in record time :D.

 

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Monday, week 3, July

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Hudson: Hello and welcome to ECW Revolution. I'm Scott Hudson...

Gertner: ...and I'm Joel Gertner.

Hudson: It's the last stage of pool matches tonight, ladies and gentlemen, and, as such, we will discover who is heading to the quarter-finals and who is going home.

Gertner: Plus, we get to see the two matches booked by the evil genius that is Raven as The Iron's Saints face one another and Mark Calaway and Vito go head to head in a First Blood Match!

Hudson: Indeed, you have to hand it to Raven. He may be a snake but that was certainly a masterstroke, ensuring that all threats to his reign will not be at full strength come Summer Assylum.

 

Scotland----------------------------------------------------------Japan

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Once again, the Scottish youngsters put up a brave fight buit they were always doomed in this group.

The first fall comes when Hayabusa hits his Falcon Arrow on Eric Canyon.

The second when Jushin Lyger connects with a Shooting Star Press to Drew Galloway.

Match Rating: D+

 

Gertner: So, this means that Japan and Canada finish level on points.

Hudson: Which, in turn, means that a draw will be made to decide those two teams' seeding in the quarter-finals.

 

Paul Burchill approaches Vito Thomaselli backstage.

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Burchill: Vito, man, I wanted to apologise for not helping you out last week. I'd already left the arena. I would have been there in an instant if...

 

Vito: Fine; whatever.

 

"The New Franchise" is taken aback by the respone.

 

Burchill: I also wanted to ask... err... how is your sister holding up. As you know we became pretty close a few months...

 

Vito: She's still in rehab but don't worry; I'm gonna kill Raven and Punk for what they did to her!

 

Burchill: Well, is there any chance...

 

Vito: Listen, I'd love to stay and chat but I actually have a match tonight; one of the biggest of my career. So, if you wouldn't mind... there's the door.

 

Burchill makes his exit, clearly somewhat offended.

 

Mexico------------------------------------------------------------India

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Sabu is not used to failing and he seems determined for his country to claim their quarter-final spot.

He is passed a chair by Headhunter A straight from the opening bell and he unleashes hell.

The Mexican rookie, Ricky Marvin, is somewhat hesitant against the hardcore legend and he pays for it, slowly being picked apart with the steel.

After several stiff shots and the "Air Sabu", Marvin falls prey to the Triple Jump Moonsault.

1...2...3!

 

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Fall 1

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Chavo Guerrero Jr enters but Sabu continues his onslaught.

The Human Highlight Reel hits blow after blow and throws Chavo out to ringside.

Before the Mexican can gather his wits he is caught by a Sommersault Plancha.

 

"Holy Sh*t!"

 

Sabu rolls Chavo back in and climbs up the turnbuckle with the chair.

He sommersaults off.

Atomic Arabian Facebuster!

...No; Chavo moves and Sabu's knees feel the force of the steel and canvas.

Chavo makes a quick roll-up.

1...

He puts his feet on the middle rope.

2...3!

 

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Fall 2

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Sabu makes his way to the ring, visibly irate, as Headhunter A enters for India.

Eddie Guerrero also enters the match.

Sadly, India's chances slowly dwindle as the veteran Guerrero picks apart the Headhunter, who tries to tag out but is denied.

He evtually falls prey to the Frog Splash and the pin.

 

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Fall 3

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Match Rating: C

 

Hudson: You have to feel for Sabu. With not exactly the strongest squad, he came so close to taking India to the quarter-finals.

Gertner: But close ain't good enough, Hudson. India are out and it's England who will face the USA in the quarter-finals.

 

After the match, Sabu goes nuts.

Just as he did back in the day, he pulls a table from ringdside and Moonsaults through it and continues throw all manner of weapons around ringside in disgust.

When the Headhunters go to console their captain, they are both knocked out by chair shots.

Eventually, Sabu is restrained by security and dragged, kicking and writhing in fury, to the back.

 

Juventud Guerrera and Francine are backstage.

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Juvi: ...and every time he finds a way to weasel his way out.

 

Francine: I know, hon, but you've got him again at Summer Assylum and you can prove that he's just got lucky.

 

Juvi: But what if he finds a shortcut again?

 

Francine: What?

 

Juvi: Listen, I don't think you fully understand. I've been in ECW for close to thirteen years on and off and, in that time, I have never held a title here. Not once.

 

Francine: So what?

 

Juvi: So... this is my chnace to prove myself; to prove that I'm worth something to everyone in this company who doesn't believe in me.

 

Francine takes Juvi by the hand.

 

Francine: Hey... I believe in you!

 

A smile creeps onto Guerrera's face as Francine pulls her hand away.

 

Francine: I've got to... err... I've got to go.

 

Italy--------------------------------------------------------------Team USA

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This match also follows a fairly unsurprising course.

The first fall comes when Chris Daniels hits the last Rites on Tony Mamaluke.

 

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Fall 1

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However, in the seventh minute, the Italians start to mount a comeback as Little Guido's experience pays dividends against Mark Briscoe.

He sets the American up for the Sicilian drop.

 

Cuervo runs in with a can of spraypaint.

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The disciple of Sasuke sprays the red paint into the face of Guido who is blinded.

Slightly bemused, Mark Briscoe does not pass up the opportunity to hit the Cut-Throat Driver.

1...2...3!

 

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Fall 2

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Match Rating: C

 

Gertner: ...and the Italians are outta here.

Hudson: Again, thanks to the tactics of the sWo.

Gertner: Either way, adios!

Hudson: Joel, that's Spanish.

Gertner: Whatever, amigo.

Hudson: Oh god... I miss CZW.

 

Nate Hatred and The Sinister Minister come to the ring.

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Minister: Let all of you bare witness to the most extreme athlete in the history of ECW!

 

The fans jeer as a "You're not hardcore!" chant begins.

 

Minister: You can choose to deny the truth if you so wish but, at least, allow me to present you with the facts. This is the man who is undefeated since debuting in ECW. This is the man who holds a victory over the seemingly unstoppable Man Beast, Rhino. This is the man who has scored two seperate pinfalls over the supposed "Hardcore Icon", The Sandman!

 

Hudson: Yeah, all because of outside interference.

 

Minister: How many other rookies can boast such credentials? Not a single one. So, come Summer Assylum, The Sandman will discover just how depraved Nate Hatred is. The inmates will not run the Assylum; Nate Hatred will and, once again, he will prove what is undeniable: that he is the most ex...

 

The Sandman sprints to the ring with a Singapore cane.

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Mitchell and Hatred make themselves scarce.

 

Hudson: ...and note how "the most extreme athlete in ECW history" doesn't even stay and fight.

Gertner: Come on, Hudson, The Sandman is armed. That wouldn't be a fair fight, would it?

Hudson: Hatred's supposed to be extreme isn't he?

 

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Surprisingly, the Samoans seem to come out more determined.

Ekmo dominates Dave Finlay and before long has hit a Corner Avalanche followed by a Samoan Drop.

1...2...3!

 

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Fall 1

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Hudson: And it looks like the Irish may well be out of it!

 

Indeed, as Sheamus O'Shaunnessy enters he too is picked apart.

Before long, Ekmo lifts him up on his shoulders and tags in his partner.

 

Gertner: A Samoan Drive-By is sure to follow.

 

But O'Shaunnessy jumps off Ekmo's shoulders and pushes him into Anoai's flying clothesline.

The two Samoans collapse in a heap.

As Ekmo rises, SOS hits a Roundhouse kick.

1...2...3!

 

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Fall 2

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Hudson: And Irish hopes still hang by a thread.

 

Red Vinny tags in as Afa enters and the Irishman takes the fight to his much larger opponent.

However, soon he is overpowered.

After a few clubbing blows, Afa sets him up for a Powebomb.

But Vinny reverses it into a Hurricanrana.

Afa staggers back to his feet in the Irish corner.

SOS reaches over the rope and plants a haymaker on the jaw of the Samoan who turns straight into an Enziguiri from Red Vinny.

1...2...3!

 

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Fall 3

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Match Rating: D+

 

Hudson: Ireland are through! They made it!

Gertner: Yeah, but only on falls accumulated.

Hudson: Oh, shut up Joel. For once in your life, excercise some judgement and keep your mouth shut!

Gertner: I... I could kick your ass, Hudson. Know that.

Hudson: Good for you, fatboy. Shame you can't call a match to save your life, though, isn't it?

 

Mark Calaway approaches Vito Thomaselli backstage.

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Taker: Hey, kid, so you know, I'm not gonna go easy on you tonight but, regardless of the outcome, you have my respect!

 

Vito: ...and you have mine!

 

The two men touch fists before "The Soul Taker" exits.

 

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Both men start out hesitant, unwilling to make the first move.

However, after some pacing around Brandon mouths "Sorry bro" and darts forward, connecting with a Clothesline.

From here on, there is little holding back as both brothers clearly seize the opportunity to prove their credentials.

After a surprisingly technical and impressive match, involving much mat-work and chain sequences, Brandon finishes his brother with a T-Bone Suplex.

Match Rating: B

 

After the pinfall, Brandon helps his brother up and offers his hand,

Salvatore refuses the handshake, instead hugging his brother and raising his hand in congratulations.

The crowd applauds the efforts of the two youngsters.

 

Backstage, Daizy Dudley is reaching into a drinks' refrigerator as Traci approaches.

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Traci reaches over Daizy's shoulder and grabs adrink from the top shelf.

 

Daizy: Do you mind?

 

Traci: Oh, sorry, excuse me.

 

Daizy: sarcastically No, please, dahlin', after you.

 

Traci: Look I didn't mean any disrespect I was just...

 

Daizy: Are you sayin' you're better than me?

 

Traci: What?! No!

 

Daizy: You are, aintcha? Just because I was raised in a trailer you think you have the right to talk down to me.

 

Traci: I just wanted a drink. I'm sorry if I...

 

Daizy: You will be.

 

Daizy launches herself at Traci and both women end up rolling around on the floor in a classic "catfight" tussle.

After a few moments, Traci gets the upper-hand, hits a huge slap on Daizy and gets back to her feet.

 

Traci: Jeez... damn hicks!

 

Suddenly, a huge dark shadow looms over Traci.

 

She turns to see Big Dick Dudley Jr.

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Dick Jr: Err... excuse me, miss. Are you being mean to my little sister?

 

Traci: What? No... she jumped me. I only...

 

Daizy scrambles to her feet.

 

Daizy: Dick, baby... kill her?

 

Dick Jr: Err.. you sure, sis? Err... she's just a... err... just a lil'... err... lady.

 

Daizy: She's no lady; she's a slut!

 

Traci, rightly offended, raises her hand to Daizy.

However, Big Dick Jr catches her hand, turns her around and lifts her up by the throat.

In a sickening display, he hits a Choke Driver on Traci on the concrete floor.

 

Daizy: Well done, baby.

 

The camera cuts back to ringside as Daizy sticks her tongue down her half-brother's throat.

 

Hudson: I don't know which is more disgusting, Big Dick attacking a defenseless woman or that unnatural display afterwards.

Gertner: You're just jealous 'cos he's better with the ladies than you are!

Hudson: For crying out loud, Joel, it's his sister!

Gertner: ...but you would, wouldn't you?

 

First Blood Match

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The match starts with a handshake.

Then both men launch into a collar-and-elbow tie-up.

Taker pushes Vito and the young Italian rolls across the ring to the corner.

Vito gets back to his feet as Calaway smiles and shrugs.

Again, a tie-up ensues.

Again Vito is tossed away like a rag doll.

Taker shakes his head, indicating Vito cannot win a power game.

Again, a tie-up is initiated.

No... Vito slips through the Deadman's legs, jumps up onto his back and locks in a sleeper hold.

Taker flails around, clearly in great discomfort.

He backs into a turnbuckle to crush Vito but the youngster does not release his grip.

Calaway then falls flat backwards, trapping Vito between his ample frame and the canvas.

However, still the Italian holds on until the Deadman starts to fade.

 

Hudson: Wow, Vito's looking good, here.

 

The hold is finally released when Calaway seems glazed over.

Vito ducks out to ringside and grabs a chair.

As Calaway staggers to his feet, he is caught with a a chair shot that can be heard across the Atlantic.

 

Gertner: The Deadman is down!

 

Vito climbs ontop of the giant form and lands blow after blow to Calaway's forward in an attempt to open him up.

However, Taker grabs vito by the throat with both hands.

He then sits up and makes his way back to standing, with Vito's neck still in his grasp.

He lifts the youngster up... Choke Bomb!

Now, Calaway grabs the chair.

Vito stands and is levelled with an equally sick chair shot.

 

Gertner: Jesus!

 

The match continues as a brutal contest for the next several minutes.

In the tenth minute, Vito thumbs Taker in the eye and, in a geat show of strength, lifts him onto his shoulders for the Vito Driver!

He then makes his way to the corner and removes the top turnbuckle pad.

He makes his way back to the grounded Calaway and lifts him to standing.

He whips the Deadman to the exposed corner.

But, no, it's reversed.

Taker charges after Vito, who catches the top rope, lifts his back legs and elevates over Taker who runs, chest-first into the buckle.

As the Deadman catches his breath, clearly winded, Vito picks up the chair and cracks Calaway in the back of his skull.

The Deadman's face shoots forward and his forehead stikes the buckle.

As he turns and grabs Vito by the throat, blood drips from his face.

 

Hudson: My god... Vito's done it! Vito's won.

 

Raven appears at the entrance-way before the bell can be rung.

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Raven: You know, I've changed my mind. I say this is now an ordinary pinfall or submission contest.

 

Huson: Oh, come on!

 

Taker looks down at Vito and mouths "Well done, kid!"

He then lifts up the youngster by his throat.

CHOKESLAM!

A bloodied and bruised Soul Taker then looks up the aisle-way at the World Heavyweight Champion and shakes his head in disgust.

Calaway covers Vito, clearly disheartened.

1...2...3!

Match Rating: A

 

As the bell rings, Raven makes his way to the back and Mark Calaway lifts Vito off the canvas.

As the fans applaud his sportsmanship, he picks up the young Italian in a Fireman's Carry and carries him to the back.

 

However, before he can make it that far, he is jumped by the rest of Raven's Nest.

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Raven re-appears at the entrance-way.

 

Raven: Great match, boys, and, to reward you for your efforts, you two get to face the Iron Saints in a tag match on Blood, Sweat and Beers!

 

Gertner: He's done it again.

Hudson: I'm getting sick of this. If any of Raven's enemies are even alive by the pay-per-view it will be a miracle!

 

Show Rating: B+

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Hudson: For crying out loud, Joel, it's his sister!

Gertner: ...but you would, wouldn't you?

 

Probably the best line ever on GDS. Marvellous stuff.

 

Not sure if I'm digging the incest angle, but the rest set up the Dudleyz quite well.

 

Apart from that, a great show. Surprised you had Vito (pretty much) go over 'Taker, and still loving control freak Raven, of course.

 

Another great show buddy.

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Great show again Nev.... I can't seem to keep myself from popping at things that happen on your shows... I feel like a 13 year old mark again at times

 

That's about the biggest compliment I can be paid. I really miss the days when I used to believe in wrestling (and its characters) enough to actually forget about life for an hour or so and jest get caught. If I can even come close to creating that for people, that'd be sweet.

 

Thank you ;).

 

Probably the best line ever on GDS. Marvellous stuff.

 

What can I say? I love writing for Gertner :D.

 

Not sure if I'm digging the incest angle, but the rest set up the Dudleyz quite well.

 

Come come... it's his half sister; it's all-legal in Dudleyville :p. I'm not gonna play it up too much I just want them to come off as proper, seedy trailer-trash.

 

Try reading "'Tis Pity She's A Whore" for English A-Level; you'll soon be desensitised.

 

Apart from that, a great show. Surprised you had Vito (pretty much) go over 'Taker, and still loving control freak Raven, of course.

 

Meh... things need to be considered from a long-term perspective. Taker's money now but he'll be retiring in the rather imminent future. So, while I want to keep him strong, I don't want to resort to jobbing him out relentlessly in his final month. He can already give "the rub" here and there.

 

Thanks, boys.

 

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Come come... it's his half sister; it's all-legal in Dudleyville :p. I'm not gonna play it up too much I just want them to come off as proper, seedy trailer-trash.

 

Hmm... as a guy with a half-sister, it's still pretty darn disgusting. But it's strue. Nothing says seedy like siblings making out :D

 

Meh... things need to be considered from a long-term perspective. Taker's money now but he'll be retiring in the rather imminent future. So, while I want to keep him strong, I don't want to resort to jobbing him out relentlessly in his final month. He can already give "the rub" here and there.

 

Please don't ever use the term "the rub" directly after you've discussed siblings making out!

 

Seriously, it does make sense to use Calaway's popularity to lift other members in the roster. You've got such a packed midcard that you shouldn't have too much of a difficulty getting them over. And with guys like Michaels, the Harts, Benoit, Guerrero etc in the midcard, yuo couldn't ask for better to get people over.

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Please don't ever use the term "the rub" directly after you've discussed siblings making out!

 

Haha, I had a feeling that would come :D.

 

Seriously, it does make sense to use Calaway's popularity to lift other members in the roster. You've got such a packed midcard that you shouldn't have too much of a difficulty getting them over. And with guys like Michaels, the Harts, Benoit, Guerrero etc in the midcard, yuo couldn't ask for better to get people over.

 

Yes, but one of them has just entered negotiations with the 'F :rolleyes:. Watch this space, I guess.

 

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Siblings making out, the rub, and now come, followed by a big smiley face.

You're really Joel Gertner in disguise, aren't you?

 

Ha-hey, everyone got the joke. I wondered if people would immediatley jump to the same conclusion :D.

 

Hang on, I've had people ask me the same question about Raven. I can't be both surely :confused:. Or can I...

 

Nevermore is talented, so I'm going to say "no."

 

Ooo

 

*cat hiss*

 

...but thank you :p.

 

*sighs* I love a good innuendo competition. In your end-o.

 

Shocking, Keefy. Genuinely, genuinely shocking.

 

:eek:

 

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From ECW.com

 

World Cup Pool Stage Results

<table border="1">

<tr><th colspan="6">

Pool A

</th><tr>

<tr><td>Country</td><td>W</td><td>L</td><td>D</td><td>BP</td><td>Pts</td></tr>

<tr><td>USA</td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>18</td></tr>

<tr><td>sWo</td><td>1</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>1</td><td>5</td></tr>

<tr><td>Italy</td><td>1</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>4</td></tr></table>

During the last two rounds the sWo successfully masterminded the downfall of the Italians. A single bonus point takes them through to the Quarter-Finals to face Samoa. The dominant Americans finish on top.

<table border="1">

<tr><th colspan="6">

Pool B

</th><tr>

<tr><td>Country</td><td>W</td><td>L</td><td>D</td><td>BP</td><td>Pts</td></tr>

<tr><td>Mexico</td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>16</td></tr>

<tr><td>England</td><td>1</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>1</td><td>5</td></tr>

<tr><td>India</td><td>1</td><td>3</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>4</td></tr></table>

Despite the heroics of Sabu, India were unable to qualify, England besting them by just one point. Mexico's undefeated streak sees them top the group comfortably.

<table border="1">

<tr><th colspan="6">

Pool C

</th><tr>

<tr><td>Country</td><td>W</td><td>L</td><td>D</td><td>BP</td><td>Pts</td></tr>

<tr><td>Japan</td><td>3</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>14</td></tr>

<tr><td>Canada</td><td>3</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>2</td><td>14</td></tr>

<tr><td>Scotland</td><td>0</td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0</td></tr></table>

Scotland sadly never made it out of the starting blocks with both Canada and Japan matching each other point-for-point. Unfortunately for the Canadians, a random draw places Japan as champions of Pool C.

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Pool D

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<tr><td>Samoa</td><td>2</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>1</td><td>9</td></tr>

<tr><td>Ireland</td><td>2</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>8</td></tr>

<tr><td>Puerto Rico</td><td>2</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>8</td></tr></table>

The Samoans top what was by the far the closest group thanks to their bonus point accumulated against Puerto Rico. It was this same match that meant the Puerto Ricans finished with one less fall than the Irish and, despite finishing on equal points, they are officially eliminated.

 

As a result, the Quarter-Finals, to be contested on the next two ECW TV shows, take the following form:

 

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Scheuled for Blood, Sweat & Beers:

 

Japan vs. Ireland

The USA vs. England

 

 

 

Scheuled for Revolution:

 

Samoa vs. The sWo

Mexico vs. Canada

 

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Predictions welcomed... for those brave enough to hazard a guess at the next round of results and, perhaps, the eventual winners.

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Japan vs. Ireland

The USA vs. England

 

 

Samoa vs. The sWo

Mexico vs. Canada

 

The semifinals will put the USA against Canada. Canada will win against their second undefeated opponent.

 

Japan jobs to the sWo in a very dirty fight. With no household names I think the sWo just plain needs the victory more.

 

Where things go for the finals will depend entirely on Nevermore's plans for the immediate future. But I'm willing to bet that the sWo evens the playing field through their usual tricks and screw Canada out of a narrow victory.

 

If any team blows my prediction, it'll be England. If they somehow pull off a win against the USA then I think they take on Mexico in the semis and lose to the sWo in the finals.

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From ECW.com

 

Confirmed for Blood, Sweat & Beers:

 

World Cup Quarter-Finals

 

Japan vs. Ireland

USA vs. England

 

 

Plus...

 

 

The Whole F**kin' Show vs. Balls & Axl

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Ahead of their Tag Team Title Table Match against the Dudley Boyz at Summer Assylum, The Whole F**kin' Show will face Balls & Axl. This is likely to just be a warm up match but only a fool would discount the tenacity of "The Hardcore Chair Swinging Freaks".

 

 

 

Big Dick Jr vs. Steve Corino

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Dick Dudley Jr makes his in ring debut against "The King Of Old School". Can he be as dominant in the ring as he has been in backing up his family in recent weeks? This match may well indicate how important his presence will be for his uncles at Summer Assylum.

 

 

 

Vito Thomaselli & Mark Calaway

vs.

The Iron Saints

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Raven has, again, ordered the main event and, of course, the employment stipulation from Revolution holds true. To borrow the words of Scott Hudson, it will be a miracle if the World Heavyweight Champion's enemies are even alive come Summer Assylum.

 

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ECW Blood, Sweat & Beers; where progress is measured in pain!

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Japan vs. Ireland

The USA vs. England

England to get over a poor group stage by beating the home country... come on England!

 

Samoa vs. The sWo

Mexico vs. Canada

Great match

 

Semi Final

Japan vs England

Samoa vs Canada

 

Final

Japan vs Canada

 

And as for B,S & Bs...

 

The Whole F**kin' Show vs. Balls & Axl

Best tag team in the company by a mile, and Balls & Axl are not the team to benefit enough form an upset

 

Big Dick Jr vs. Steve Corino

Big Dick needs the win to get his ECW career off to s good start

 

Vito Thomaselli & Mark Calaway vs. The Iron Saints

Vito continues to benefit from working with Taker

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Don't believe I've ever posted in here. I've been catching up on this slowly but surely and I hope to be caught all the way up before too long. That post on the front page was a great idea as well, it really helped me get a grip on what's going on in your game world. I just wanted to tell you that I've really enjoyed it so far, and can't wait to get caught all the way up so I can give some good feedback.
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First off I'd just like to add the following images

 

http://www.rugbyheaven.com.au/images/flags_nationhomepage_17.jpg and http://www.freedigitalphotos.net/image/s_wooden-spoon.jpg

 

 

Japan vs. Ireland

I just don't like the Ireland team at all Red Vinney & SOS just don't seem to do anything for me.

 

The USA vs. England

When you first announced the tournement, I had 3 teams in mind to win it, Canada, England & USA. For you to put the tournement so only 1 of them can go through has really messed me up.

As much as I'd love England to win, the USA team will probably have a better match up/build up against the Canadian team in the Semis.

 

Samoa vs. The sWo

I've got a funny feeling the none Country team might steel the whole thing.

 

Mexico vs. Canada

Close but a Canada Vs USA Semi seems to be what people want to see....not that you ever seem to go with the obvious routes :p

 

Semi Final

Canada Vs. USA

Canadians seem more talented and it'd be just like you to make the "home nation" lose to their bitter rivals.

 

SWO vs Japan

See above comment, I can see sWo going all the way.

 

 

Final

sWo vs Canada

Common sense tells me that having the non-Country winning the whole thing would seem a bit cheap. So for me it's Canada after Sasuki turns on sWo then unmasks to reveal he was Stu Hart all along.

 

 

 

The Whole F**kin' Show vs. Balls & Axl

No F**kin' Match for the champs.

 

 

Big Dick Jr vs. Steve Corino

Deliverance Dudley dominates.

 

 

Vito Thomaselli & Mark Calaway vs. The Iron Saints

Was nearly tempted to put a draw after the nest beat down all 4 weakened men. But a win for Mark Calaway and Vito "No it's the other Vito who wears a dress" Thomaselli would benefit them more.

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Ring a ding ding, a bells gone off in my head. sWo- we're taking over? How better to do that than winning the World Cup? Good spot Fordy.

 

I may as well announce their slogan will likely change in the coming weeks to "We're Overtaking!"

 

You'll hopefully see the significance before long.

 

Final

sWo vs Canada

Common sense tells me that having the non-Country winning the whole thing would seem a bit cheap. So for me it's Canada after Sasuki turns on sWo then unmasks to reveal he was Stu Hart all along.

 

I think this proves what I've known all along:

 

  1. You are stark, raving nuts... even moreso than I am,
  2. I should SO hire you for the booking team :D.

 

Quote The Raven

Nevermore

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I think this proves what I've known all along:

 

  1. You are stark, raving nuts... even moreso than I am,
  2. I should SO hire you for the booking team :D.

 

Quote The Raven

Nevermore

 

 

Scary thing is I AM on a booking committee for a British Wrestling fed. Alright only for a few months and I've only come up with a few ideas, but still :p

 

One of which has been to see how much Raven would cost to bring in....just as a way of saying thanks to you. Sadly he didn' t "currently" want to tour outside the US.

 

We've got Doug Williams Vs. Doug Basham on a big show soon though.

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Saturday, week 3, July

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Joey: Hello and welcome to ECW Blood, Sweat and Beers. I'm Joey Styles alongside former World Heavyweight Champion, Taz.

Taz: Joey, my man, tonight should be sweet. We get to see Big Dick Junior's in-ring debut as well as the Tag Champs in action... and if that ain't good enough, we've also got the first two World Cup Quarter-Finals, with our very own United States up against England!

Joey: Absolutely, Taz, but over and above even that is tonight's main event. Ordered by World Champion and Commissioner, Raven, it could be a great chance for "The Soul Taker" and his young partner to gain some momentum heading into Summer Assylum

Taz: Yeah but, equally, The Iron Saints causing an upset would be one hell of a coup for them!

Joey: Very true. However we start tonight's action with the Quarter-Final between Japan and Ireland and let's not forget that, from this point on, all tournament matches are contested under elmination rules.

 

World Cup Quarter-Final

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This match follows a fairly predictable course as the three Japanese legends simply outclass their opposition.

SOS is the first to be pinned following a Falcon Arrow from Hayabusa.

After a few more minutes of similar action, Finlay is eliminated after Ultimo Dragon Delivers a Dragon Bomb.

Finally, Jushin Lyger puts away Red Vinny, and the tournament hopes of the Irish, with a Suspended Brainbuster Suplex.

Match Rating: C-

 

Joey: So, with no offence intended to the Irish, it is the Japanese that rather unsurprisingly advance advance to the first Semi-Final berth for Summer Assylum.

Taz: The Irish put up a goof fight, Joe, but I think the Japanese were a pretty sure bet to make it this far all along.

 

Francine is walking backstage and crosses paths with Shane Douglas.

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Douglas: Hey.

 

Francine: Hey, Shane.

 

There is a slight awkward silence.

 

Douglas: Long time no speak.

 

Francine: Yeah.

 

The silence continues.

 

Francine: So, uh, how's it going with Burchill?

 

Douglas: Yeah, not bad. He's got his sights set on this World Cup but... y'know.

 

Francine: Yeah.

 

The awkwardness starts to become unbearable.

 

Douglas: Oh, look... come here, you.

 

Francine laughs as they hug like old friends.

 

Francine: Look, sorry, I just didn't know where we stood.

 

Douglas: What? Since you decked me and cost me the TV Title? Water under the bridge; it drove me onto bigger and better things.

 

They both laugh.

 

Francine: So, how's this whole retirment thing treating you?

 

Douglas: Y'know, not too bad. I've really enjoyed taking Paul under my wing; he's one hell of a talent. It's given me a whole new perspective and a whole new lease on life.

 

Francine: Cool. Wish I could say the same.

 

Douglas: Why, what's up?

 

Francine: Aah, nothing you want to hear bout.

 

Douglas: Try me.

 

Francine rolls her eyes.

 

Francine: Well, you may have noticed I've been kind of managing Juvi.

 

Douglas: Yeah.

 

Francine: Well, I kinda like him.

 

Douglas smiles.

 

Douglas: Well, good for you.

 

Francine sighs.

 

Douglas: That is good news, isn't it?

 

Francine: I dunno... it's not like I have the best track record. I mean, there was you, Raven, Dreamer and all of that ended up in tears.

 

Douglas laughs.

 

Francine: Well, if you're gonna laugh...

 

Douglas: No, no. Listen, you want my opinon?

 

Francine: Probably not.

 

Douglas: I reckon you've finally grown up.

 

Francine: Excuse me?

 

Douglas: Well, it seems like, for the first time in your life, you've stopped caring about who wears what title and you've actually started caring about someone.

 

Francine: Oh great. So, I'm a love-struck schmuck, you mean?

 

Douglas: Not at all. I think the very fact that you're so concerned about how good you'd be for Juvi shows that you're putting him first. And to me, that proves that not only do you deserve him but he deserves you too.

 

Francine: Thanks, Shane. I just wish I shared your confidence 'cos I don't see how it could end up anything but a train wreck. Anyway, listen, I've gotta go to do this interview thing.

 

Francine makes to leave but Douglas grabs her by the hand.

 

Douglas: Hey, Franny, good luck with it. I... I hope he's better for you than I ever was.

 

Francine smiles as she walks away.

 

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This match also follows a fairly predictable course.

Balls and Axl put up a decent fight, proving their return to ECW to be a useful addition to the tag ranks.

However, the World Champions were never going to lose this.

They pick up the fall after hitting a 4:20 Splash onto Al Rotten at 9:16

Match Rating: C+

 

The Sandman sits backstage with his trusty cane and a can of beer.

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Sandman: Nate Hatred, I was kicking asses when you were still in diapers. You think you're extreme? Well, think again 'cos at Summer Assylum The Hardcore Icon is going to show you what extreme really means.

 

He takes a swig of beer.

 

Sandman: Oh, and Jim Mitchell, I'm getting pretty damn sick of your interference. So, if you or your cane gets involved in my match, then you'll have to deal with me and my cane. You get me?

 

He takes another swig and spits the lager at the camera as coverage cuts back to ringside.

 

Taz: Joey, my man, I can't wait for this next match! England against the USA... it's gonna be off the hook.

Joey: Well, it looks like you won't have to wait much longer, Taz. Here comes Kurt Angle to lead out Team USA.

 

World Cup Quarter-Final

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Indeed, Angle hobbles his way to down to ringside on his crutches, despite his broken neck, to cheer on his home nation.

The match starts as speed versus power as Jerry Lynn enters the ring to face The Bulldog.

It is Smith who gains the upper-hand at first and starts to wear down the American vet.

However, before long, Lynn's ring-savvy ways have seen him steal the momentum and, gradually, his speed begins to make The Bulldog look quite inferior.

In the sixth minute, Lynn rebounds off the ropes, ducks under a clothesline, rebounds again and takes out Smith with a Spinning Headscissors.

1...2...

Kickout.

Smith gets to his feet, but his legs are cut from underneath him by an Arm Sweep from Lynn.

The Dynamic One applies a Single Leg Crab.

Within a few seconds The Bulldog taps and the USA are ahead.

 

Taz: The Bulldog is gone.

Joey: ...and it's three on two.

 

Lynn tags in Daniels as Steven Regal enters and Kurt Angle applauds his troops.

Immediately, Regal takes down Daniels with a Hip Toss and applies an armbar to delibrately slow the pace.

However, Daniels uses his weight to roll Regal onto his shoulders.

1...2...

Both men rise and a stellar technical display follows.

In the eleventh minute, Regal looks for a Northern Lights Suplex but Daniels lands a clubbing blow to his back.

Angels Wings!

1...2...3!

 

Taz: Oh, man, and now England are down to one. I can taste the Semi-Final, baby.

Joey: Yes, but that one is Paul Burchill, let's not forget.

 

"The New Franchise" steps in to meet the entering Jay Briscoe.

Briscoe charges at the Englishman but is caught with a Tilt-A-Whirl Backbreaker.

From here, Burchill makes short work of Briscoe.

Powerslam.

Brainbuster.

Franchiser.

1...2...3!

 

Taz: Oh, this may be tougher than first tought.

 

Daniels re-enters and is more cautious than his partner.

Burchill, however, makes the surprise charge, taking down Daniels with a stiff Clothesline that sneds him tumbling backwards.

Burchill lifts up the Fallen Angel.

Sit-Out Powerbomb.

He then locks in what locks like a Sharpshooter.

Daniels writhes in agony but is able to reach the bottom rope.

However, when he stands up, he walks straight into a C-4.

1...2...3!

 

Joey: So, it's down to one-on-one.

Taz: Yeah, much closer than the last Quarter-Final, that's for sure!

 

Lynn enters as Kurt Angle looks distraught at ringside.

Again, Burchill attempts the charging clothesline but Lynn ducks underneath.

The veteran rebounds off the ropes and takes out Burchill with a Spinning Wheel Kick.

He makes the cover.

1...2...

Burchill powers out!

On returning to his feet, Burchill extends a hand and Lynn accepts as the crowd applauds.

The two men back off to opposite corners and pace around the perimiter of the ring.

A collar-and-elbow and tie-up is issued.

Burchill executes a lightning Snap DDT.

 

Taz: Well, I guess Burchill learnt some moves from Raven, despite hating his guts now.

Joey: Absolutely. Paul Burchill is the very definition of a student of the game.

 

1...2...

Kickout.

Burchill, again, locks up for a grapple.

However, Lynn lands a forearm to the face that sends Burchill staggering back to the ropes.

JL follows up with a Dropkick to his opponent's back that leaves Burchill layed across the second rope.

Lynn raises his finger and makes a circling motion.

 

Joey: It looks like Jerry Lynn is going to take a cue from Rey Mysterio Jr.

 

As Lynn goes to rebound off the ropes, Kurt Angle leaps to the apron and lands a haymaker on his chin.

Lynn staggers back into the centre of the ring.

 

Taz: What the hell?! I thought he had a broken neck!

Joey: He just decked Jerry Lynn. Why?

 

As the crowd jeers, Angle hobbles back down to ringside and picks his crutches back up.

Meanwhile, Burchill, oblivious to what has occurred, grabs Lynn and delivers the C-4.

Standing Shooting Star Press.

1...2...3!

Match Rating: B

 

Taz: Well, fairplay, Paul Burchill put in one hell of a gig but I want to know what the hell happened with Angle.

Joey: Either his broken neck healed pretty damn quickly or this whole "shoot" was actually a work engineered solely by Angle!

Taz: Yeah... and he just sold out his country!

 

The "Olympic Hero" slowly makes his way to the back on his crutches as though nothing ever happened.

 

Francine makes her way to the ring.

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Francine: I'm out here to interview one of ECW's fastest rising talents, the self proclaimed "Saviour of ECW", Chris Hero.

 

Hero makes his way out.

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Francine: Chris, you call yourself the sa...

 

Hero snatches the microphone.

 

Hero: Hush up, sweet cheeks. These people paid to here me talk; not you.

 

The fans boo.

 

Hero: Listen, you may hate it now but consider me like medicine. It's the best thing for you whether it's easy to swallow or not. You see, I am the Saviourt of ECW and I plan to rescue this stale and, frankly, lacklustre product... one quality wrestling match at a time.

 

Again, the fans boo.

 

Hero: Listen, you should be thanking me. Supreme talent such as mine could be working over in the big leagues. That's right, I turned down Mr McMahon and a fat money settlement to work here. Why? Because I honestly feel sorry for you poor, hapless bastards who find yourself having to waste your hard-earned dollars on this sh*t just so you can call yourselves "hardcore". It's pathetic...

 

Hero is interrupted as Juventud Guerrera appears at the entrance-way.

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Juvi: Hey, Hero, I, like many of the other guys, have been sitting in the back listening to you spout your sh*t for weeks and weeks. Well, fact is, hotshot, that when you played with fire you got burned... just ask Mark Calaway.

 

The crowd pops as Hero looks pissed.

 

Juvi: So, I got two things to say. First, this whole "Saviour of ECW" thing is a crock of sh*t!

 

The cheers continue.

 

Juvi: Second, don't you ever speak to Francine like that again.

 

Guerrera sprints down to the ring and an impromptu match begins.

 

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Guerrera proves that the young Hero may be good but he's not as good as he thinks.

Despite it being a competitive match, there is little doubt as to who is in control.

Guerrera picks up the fall after a Juvi Driver at 11:43

Match Rating: B+ (Oh, hell yes. The midcard is getting hot!)

 

After the match, Juvi and Francine celebrate for the fans.

Amidst the good vibes, Guerrera hugs Francine and unwittingly kisses her.

 

Taz: Woah... go Juvi!

 

Juvi pulls away, leaving Francine somewhat shocked.

The luchadore apologise profusely and, clearly, embarresed makes his way from the ring.

 

Jerry Lynn, marches towards a camera backstage, clearly irate.

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Lynn: What the f**k was that, Kurt? You're supposed to have a broken neck, an injury I was trying to support you through. You better have a pretty damn good explanation or, otherwise, I want your sorry, lying ass in a match at Summer Assylum!

 

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Big Dick Jr is, of course, accompanied by his little sister, Daizy.

Corino makes a good early showing, landing many puro-esque strikes.

However, after Daizy sneaks in and lands a lowblow, the complexion of the match completely changes.

Big Dick shows the testicular fortitude that is fitting for his name and dominates.

He finishes Corino off with the "Total Penetration" Choke Bomb at 8:22

Match Rating: B

 

After the match, Traci runs out and attacks Daizy Dudley.

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What follows is the customary rolling around the ringside floor.

 

Joey: CATFIGHT! CAAAAATFIIIIIIGHT!

 

Dick Jr exits the ring to separate the irate ladies.

 

However, The Whole F**kin' Show sprint out to offer their support and, sure enough, are followed by The Dudley Boyz.

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All hell breaks loose as a three-on-five melee begins.

 

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Both teams put in admirable performances, clearly not in the mood for losing their jobs.

However, after a solid match that seems promising for the future of ECW, Mark Calaway puts away Brandon Thomaselli with a Chokeslam.

Match Rating: B+

 

After the match, Raven's Nest, unsurprisingly, storm the ring.

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A four-on-four brawl ensues.

 

Joey: This is ridiculous. Calaway and the Thomaselli's just had to endure a match while Raven's Nest is fresh.

Taz: Well, Raven knows what he's doing, Joe. You have to give him that.

 

The chaos is interrupted by Paul E.

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Heyman: This sh*t has gone far enough and I figure it's about time I sort it out! Next week, on Revolution, Raven's Nest will face Mark Calaway and all three Iron Saints in an Eight-Man-Tag Match.

 

The crowd pops.

 

Heyman: Moreover, at Summer Assylum, In Six-Man Tag action it will be The Iron Saints against CM Punk and Monsters Inc.

 

Taz: Hell yeah!

Joey: So, thanks to Paul E, it looks like The Iron Saints will get a chance at some retribution.

 

The show goes off air as Raven shouts profanities up the aisle-way at Paul E before the brawl re-ignites.

 

Show Rating: B+

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