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Post by siredger on Oct 10, 2024 20:09:13 GMT 1
Long-time fan, first time poster but I thought I'd give it a try to rebook the history of JCP and WCW from 1983 to 2001 and possibly beyond, with Clash of the Champions included. So let's get started with the first 3 Starrcades Starrcade 1983: Night of Glory Venue: Greensboro Coliseum, Greensboro, North Carolina Date: November 24, 1983 Attendance: 15,000 (sold out)
Main Event: NWA World Heavyweight Championship Match Ric Flair (c) vs. Harley Race – Steel Cage Match
Storyline: Harley Race, enraged after losing the title to Ric Flair earlier in the year, puts a $50,000 bounty on Flair’s head. Numerous wrestlers, including Bob Orton Jr. and Dick Slater, try to take Flair out. However, Flair survives each challenge and demands one final match to settle the score. This time, the match is inside a steel cage to ensure no interference. Outcome: After a grueling, bloody battle, Ric Flair locks Harley Race in the Figure-Four Leglock. Harley tries to escape, but Flair’s relentless pressure forces him to tap out, and Flair retains the title, solidifying his status as "The Man."
NWA United States Heavyweight Championship Match
Greg "The Hammer" Valentine (c) vs. Roddy Piper – Dog Collar Match
Storyline: Piper and Valentine have been locked in a bitter feud for months, with Valentine injuring Piper’s ear in a previous match. Piper wants revenge, and he challenges Valentine to a dog collar match, a brutal stipulation where both men are connected by a chain. Outcome: In a bloody and violent bout, Piper delivers a series of punches and finally uses the chain to choke out Valentine. Piper wins, becoming the new United States Champion.
NWA World Tag Team Championship Match
Ricky Steamboat & Jay Youngblood (c) vs. The Brisco Brothers (Jack & Jerry Brisco)
Storyline: Steamboat and Youngblood have been defending their titles across the country, but the Brisco Brothers, former champions themselves, claim that their technical wrestling ability will be enough to win the gold. Outcome: After a hard-fought match filled with technical counters and high-flying moves, Steamboat hits a crossbody off the top rope on Jerry Brisco, pinning him to retain the titles.
NWA Television Championship Match
The Great Kabuki (c) vs. Dusty Rhodes
Storyline: Dusty Rhodes, "The American Dream," has been chasing the elusive Kabuki for months. Kabuki’s mysterious persona and deadly green mist make him one of the most feared men in wrestling, but Dusty is determined to bring the TV title home to the people. Outcome: After dodging multiple attempts of Kabuki's mist attack, Dusty delivers his signature Bionic Elbow, followed by a huge elbow drop to secure the win and the TV Championship.
Grudge Match: Texas Death Match
"Cowboy" Bob Orton Jr. vs. Jimmy Valiant
Storyline: Bob Orton Jr., known for his dirty tactics, injured Jimmy Valiant’s friend, “Boogie Woogie Man,” weeks earlier. Valiant is out for revenge and challenges Orton to a Texas Death Match, where the only way to win is by pinfall and then having your opponent stay down for a 10-count. Outcome: Valiant, with the crowd behind him, manages to pin Orton after a piledriver. Orton can’t answer the 10-count, giving Valiant a hard-fought victory.
NWA Mid-Atlantic Championship Match
Sgt. Slaughter (c) vs. Wahoo McDaniel
Storyline: Wahoo McDaniel, the proud Native American warrior, is gunning for Sgt. Slaughter's Mid-Atlantic Championship. Slaughter, a former Marine, has been insulting Wahoo’s heritage for weeks, claiming he represents true American values. Outcome: In a physically intense match, Wahoo McDaniel powers through and delivers his signature Tomahawk Chop to Slaughter, capturing the Mid-Atlantic Championship.
NWA World Six-Man Tag Team Championship Match
The Road Warriors (Animal & Hawk) & "Precious" Paul Ellering (c) vs. The Russian Assassins (Ivan Koloff, Nikita Koloff, & Don Kernodle)
Storyline: The Road Warriors have dominated the tag division, but the Russian Assassins want to dethrone them to prove Soviet superiority. The clash of powerhouses promises to be explosive. Outcome: After a chaotic brawl, Hawk and Animal hit the Doomsday Device on Kernodle to retain the Six-Man Tag Team Championship.
Opening Match: Battle Royal
15-Man Over-the-Top Battle Royal
Participants: Abdullah the Butcher, Dick Murdoch, Black Bart, Ron Bass, Manny Fernandez, Jake Roberts, Buzz Sawyer, Paul Jones, Mike Rotunda, and others. Outcome: After a wild battle where alliances break down, Jake "The Snake" Roberts eliminates Buzz Sawyer to win the match and earns a shot at the NWA Television Championship.
Post-Event Highlights:
-After the main event, Ric Flair celebrates his victory, only to be attacked by a mysterious new challenger, Terry Funk, setting up a future feud.
-Roddy Piper, with blood pouring from his head, grabs a microphone and challenges anyone in the back, solidifying himself as one of the top faces of the promotion.
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Post by siredger on Oct 10, 2024 20:13:41 GMT 1
 Starrcade 1984: The Battle for Glory Venue: Greensboro Coliseum, Greensboro, North Carolina Date: November 22, 1984 Attendance: 16,500 (sold out)
Main Event: NWA World Heavyweight Championship Match Ric Flair (c) vs. Dusty Rhodes – Two out of Three Falls Match
Storyline: Dusty Rhodes has been chasing Ric Flair for the NWA World Heavyweight Championship for over a year. After narrowly losing to Flair in controversial fashion at previous events, Dusty demands a Two out of Three Falls match to ensure a clear winner. Flair, the arrogant champion, claims Dusty is a dreamer but not "the man" to carry the title. Outcome: The first fall goes to Flair after he rolls up Dusty with his feet on the ropes. Dusty rallies in the second fall, hitting the Bionic Elbow to even the score. In the final fall, after a dramatic exchange of near-falls and submissions, Dusty reverses a Figure-Four attempt and hits another Bionic Elbow, pinning Flair to win the World Heavyweight Championship. The crowd erupts as Dusty’s dream becomes reality.
NWA United States Heavyweight Championship Match
Tully Blanchard (c) vs. Ricky Steamboat
Storyline: Tully Blanchard has been the arrogant, underhanded U.S. Champion for months, using every dirty trick to keep his title. Ricky Steamboat, known for his honor and athleticism, challenges Blanchard, determined to restore prestige to the championship. Blanchard, however, taunts Steamboat, claiming he doesn't have the killer instinct to beat him. Outcome: After a fast-paced, technical match, Steamboat counters Blanchard's attempt at cheating with a low blow by hitting him with a sudden roll-up. Steamboat wins the U.S. Championship to a massive ovation from the crowd.
NWA World Tag Team Championship Match
The Road Warriors (c) vs. The Midnight Express (Bobby Eaton & Dennis Condrey) – No Disqualification Match
Storyline: The Midnight Express, led by manager Jim Cornette, have been attacking the Road Warriors for weeks, using sneak attacks and underhanded tactics to gain an advantage. The Road Warriors demand a No DQ match to settle the score once and for all. Outcome: In a brutal, chaotic brawl that spills all over the arena, the Road Warriors use their power and ferocity to overwhelm the Midnight Express. After hitting the Doomsday Device on Bobby Eaton, the Road Warriors retain their titles, standing tall amidst the wreckage of tables and chairs.
NWA Television Championship Match
Nikita Koloff (c) vs. Magnum T.A.
Storyline: Magnum T.A. has quickly risen through the ranks, becoming one of the most popular stars in the promotion. However, Nikita Koloff, the Soviet powerhouse, has been an unstoppable force, holding onto the TV title with dominance. Magnum seeks to dethrone Koloff and prove that American heart can defeat Soviet muscle. Outcome: After a back-and-forth match, Koloff tries to end things with his Russian Sickle, but Magnum ducks and counters with his Belly-to-Belly Suplex, scoring the pinfall to become the new Television Champion.
Grudge Match: Texas Bullrope Match
Dusty Rhodes vs. Harley Race
Storyline: After losing the NWA title last year, Harley Race has been on a path of destruction, targeting Dusty Rhodes and interfering in his title pursuits. Before he must contend with The Nature Boy in the main event in a 2 out of 3 Falls Match, Dusty challenges Race to a Texas Bullrope Match, where they will be tied together by a bullrope with a cowbell in the middle. Outcome: In a bloody, brutal affair, Dusty uses the cowbell to bust open Race before finishing him with the Bionic Elbow. Dusty wins, but both men are left battered and bloodied.
Six-Man Tag Team Match
The Rock 'n' Roll Express (Ricky Morton & Robert Gibson) & Jimmy Valiant vs. Ivan Koloff, Krusher Khruschev, & Don Kernodle
Storyline: The Rock ‘n’ Roll Express have been feuding with the Koloffs, representing the Cold War tensions between the U.S. and the Soviet Union. Jimmy Valiant joins the fight, bringing his unique charisma to the American side. The match is billed as a battle of national pride. Outcome: After a thrilling, fast-paced tag team match, Ricky Morton hits a dropkick on Ivan Koloff, and Valiant follows up with an elbow drop to secure the win for the American team.
NWA Mid-Atlantic Heavyweight Championship Match
Wahoo McDaniel (c) vs. Paul Jones
Storyline: Paul Jones has been trying to dethrone Wahoo McDaniel, claiming that the aging veteran is past his prime. Wahoo, however, has no intention of stepping aside, determined to keep his Mid-Atlantic title and prove that he’s still at the top of his game. Outcome: After a hard-hitting, physical contest, Wahoo chops Jones down repeatedly before hitting a big Tomahawk Chop to retain his championship.
Special Attraction Match: Mask vs. Mask
The Assassin vs. Mr. Wrestling II
Storyline: The Assassin and Mr. Wrestling II have been embroiled in a bitter rivalry over who is the superior masked man in the NWA. The stakes are raised for Starrcade, with both men agreeing to put their masks on the line. The loser will be forced to unmask and reveal their identity. Outcome: In a match filled with suspense, Mr. Wrestling II manages to outwit the Assassin, hitting his Million Dollar Knee Lift for the win. The Assassin is forced to unmask, revealing his face to the world in humiliation.
Opening Match: 15-Man Battle Royal
Participants: Abdullah the Butcher, Buzz Sawyer, Ron Garvin, Terry Taylor, Manny Fernandez, Black Bart, Dick Murdoch, Sam Houston, and others. Outcome: After a chaotic brawl, Terry Taylor eliminates Buzz Sawyer last to win the battle royal and earns a future title shot.
Post-Event Highlights:
Dusty Rhodes’ Celebration: After winning the NWA World Heavyweight Championship, Dusty is joined in the ring by friends and fellow wrestlers. Fireworks explode as Dusty holds the title high, cementing his place as the face of the promotion. Flair’s Backstage Anger: Backstage, Ric Flair is seen fuming, vowing to reclaim the championship and mocking Dusty’s win as a fluke, teasing a rematch down the line. Magnum T.A. Rising: Magnum T.A., with his TV title victory, is positioned as the next breakout star, setting up potential future clashes with the likes of Ric Flair or Tully Blanchard. |
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Post by siredger on Oct 10, 2024 20:28:24 GMT 1
Starrcade 1985: Night of ChampionsVenue: Greensboro Coliseum, Greensboro, North CarolinaDate: November 28, 1985Attendance: 17,000 (sold out)Main Event: NWA World Heavyweight Championship MatchDusty Rhodes (c) vs. Ric Flair – Steel Cage MatchStoryline: After Dusty Rhodes captured the NWA World Heavyweight Championship at Starrcade 1984, Ric Flair has been on a mission to reclaim what he believes is rightfully his. Their intense rivalry escalates to new heights, with both men trading insults, attacks, and betrayals throughout the year. A steel cage is chosen to ensure no outside interference in their final showdown.Outcome: After a brutal battle, with both men bloodied, Flair tries to escape the cage, but Dusty drags him back in and hits a Bionic Elbow. Just as Dusty is about to climb out, Flair manages to lock on the Figure-Four Leglock in a desperate move. Dusty reverses it, and after one final Bionic Elbow, he climbs out of the cage to retain the NWA World Heavyweight Championship. Flair, enraged, collapses as Dusty celebrates.NWA United States Heavyweight Championship MatchMagnum T.A. (c) vs. Tully Blanchard – I Quit MatchStoryline: Magnum T.A. has become one of the most popular stars in the NWA, and after capturing the U.S. title, Tully Blanchard has done everything in his power to humiliate him. Their feud reaches its boiling point, and Magnum challenges Tully to an "I Quit" match, where the only way to win is by forcing your opponent to say the words.Outcome: In a grueling and violent match, both men use weapons, submissions, and their surroundings to try to make the other quit. The climax comes when Magnum grabs a piece of a broken chair and threatens to drive it into Blanchard’s forehead. Blanchard, trapped and panicked, screams "I Quit!" Magnum retains the title in a legendary, career-defining moment.NWA World Tag Team Championship MatchThe Rock 'n' Roll Express (Ricky Morton & Robert Gibson) vs. The Midnight Express (Bobby Eaton & Dennis Condrey) (c) – Ladder MatchStoryline: The rivalry between the Rock 'n' Roll Express and the Midnight Express, managed by the obnoxious Jim Cornette, has been one of the hottest tag team feuds in wrestling. After months of controversial finishes and Cornette’s interference, a ladder match is set for Starrcade, with the belts hanging above the ring.Outcome: After a fast-paced, high-flying match that sees both teams crash into ladders and each other, Ricky Morton manages to climb the ladder and grab the titles while Robert Gibson holds off Bobby Eaton. The Rock 'n' Roll Express win the NWA World Tag Team Championship to the delight of the crowd.NWA Television Championship MatchNikita Koloff (c) vs. Wahoo McDanielStoryline: Nikita Koloff has been a dominant TV Champion, using his power and Soviet pride to destroy challengers. Wahoo McDaniel, the veteran Native American warrior, steps up to challenge Koloff, claiming that he will take down the Soviet powerhouse and restore honor to the TV title. Koloff accepts Wahoo's challenge, even if he must compete earlier in the night in a Winner Takes All Match with the Road Warriors for the NWA World 6-Man & US Tag Team titlesOutcome: Koloff and Wahoo engage in a hard-hitting, physical match. Koloff ultimately uses his Russian Sickle to knock Wahoo down for the pinfall, retaining the TV Championship in a decisive victory.Grudge Match: Lights Out MatchJimmy Valiant vs. Paul JonesStoryline: Paul Jones has been antagonizing Jimmy Valiant for months, leading to multiple attacks and brutal encounters. Valiant, frustrated by Jones’ underhanded tactics, demands a Lights Out match, an unsanctioned brawl that only ends when one man can’t continue.Outcome: The match is a wild, bloody brawl that sees both men use chairs, chains, and anything they can find. In the end, Valiant manages to choke Jones out with a chain, winning the match as the lights come back on and the crowd erupts in cheers.Special Attraction Match: Winner Takes AllThe Road Warriors (Animal & Hawk) vs. The Koloffs (Ivan & Nikita Koloff) – Six-Man Tag Team Championship & NWA US Tag Team ChampionshipStoryline: The Road Warriors, alongside their manager "Precious" Paul Ellering, have been feuding with the Koloffs and Khruscher Khruschev over both the Six-Man Tag Team Championship and the US Tag Team titles. Both sets of championships are on the line in this high-stakes, winner-takes-all match.Outcome: In a brutal, power-packed match, the Road Warriors hit the Doomsday Device on Ivan Koloff, securing the pinfall to retain their Six-Man Tag Team Championship and claim the NWA World Tag Team titles.NWA Mid-Atlantic Heavyweight Championship MatchSgt. Slaughter (c) vs. Ron GarvinStoryline: Sgt. Slaughter has held the Mid-Atlantic Championship for several months, claiming to be the ultimate American hero. Ron Garvin, known as "The Hands of Stone," challenges Slaughter, accusing him of being a hypocrite and a bully.Outcome: Garvin’s toughness matches up well with Slaughter’s brute strength. In the end, Garvin knocks Slaughter out with his famous right hand, winning the Mid-Atlantic Championship.Mask vs. Title MatchThe Assassin vs. Sam Houston (c) – NWA National Heavyweight ChampionshipStoryline: The Assassin has targeted young Sam Houston for months, trying to humiliate the rising star, following his own humiliation of previously losing his mask to Mr. Wrestling II the year before at Starrcade 1984. As The Assassin dons his mask one more time to restore his honor, Houston puts his NWA National Heavyweight Championship on the line, while The Assassin agrees to unmask once again if he loses.Outcome: After a hard-fought match, Houston manages to hit a flying crossbody on The Assassin to retain his title. Per the stipulation, The Assassin is forced to unmask, revealing his face to the crowd, and Houston celebrates his victory.Opening Match: 15-Man Over-the-Top Battle RoyalParticipants: Manny Fernandez, Buzz Sawyer, Black Bart, Jake Roberts, Terry Taylor, Ron Bass, Dick Slater, and others.Outcome: After a chaotic brawl, Jake "The Snake" Roberts eliminates Buzz Sawyer last to win the battle royal, earning himself a future shot at the NWA Television Championship.Post-Event Highlights:-Ric Flair’s Aftermath: After losing to Dusty Rhodes, Flair angrily smashes equipment backstage and swears he will get revenge. The seeds are planted for another chapter in their storied rivalry.-Magnum T.A.’s Rise: With his incredible "I Quit" victory over Tully Blanchard, Magnum T.A. solidifies himself as a top contender for the NWA World Heavyweight Championship, setting up a potential clash with Dusty Rhodes down the line.-The Road Warriors’ Dominance: Now holding both the Six-Man and US Tag Team titles, the Road Warriors assert themselves as the most dominant tag team in wrestling, leaving the Koloffs humiliated. |
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Post by siredger on Oct 11, 2024 22:52:52 GMT 1
Starrcade 1986: Glory Bound Venue: Greensboro Coliseum, Greensboro, North Carolina Date: November 27, 1986 Attendance: 18,000 (sold out)
Main Event: NWA World Heavyweight Championship Match "Nature Boy" Ric Flair (c) vs. Magnum T.A. – 60-Minute Iron Man Match
Storyline: Magnum T.A. has been chasing Ric Flair’s NWA World Heavyweight Championship for months, becoming the top contender after a series of high-profile victories. Flair has taunted Magnum, claiming that the young star doesn’t have the stamina or experience to last in the ring with "The Nature Boy." Magnum, determined to prove himself, challenges Flair to an Iron Man match, where the man with the most falls in 60 minutes wins the title. Outcome: In a grueling, back-and-forth match, both men score falls early, with Flair using the Figure-Four Leglock to force Magnum to submit, and Magnum pinning Flair with a Belly-to-Belly Suplex. As the clock winds down, it’s tied at 3-3. In the final minute, Flair attempts another Figure-Four, but Magnum reverses it into a roll-up, scoring the pinfall with seconds to spare. Magnum T.A. wins the NWA World Heavyweight Championship, cementing his place as the new face of the NWA.
NWA United States Heavyweight Championship Match
Tully Blanchard (c) vs. "The American Dream" Dusty Rhodes – First Blood Match
Storyline: Dusty Rhodes and Tully Blanchard’s bitter feud escalates after Blanchard cost Dusty a shot at the World Title earlier in the year. Dusty vows revenge, challenging Blanchard to a First Blood match, where the first man to bleed loses. Blanchard, confident in his ability to outwit Rhodes, agrees to the match, believing Dusty’s hot temper will be his undoing. Outcome: Both men brawl all over the arena, using chairs, chains, and anything they can get their hands on. In a dramatic moment, Dusty catches Blanchard with a Bionic Elbow, busting him open. The referee calls for the bell, and Dusty Rhodes wins the United States Championship, much to the delight of the crowd.
NWA World Tag Team Championship Match
The Rock 'n' Roll Express (c) vs. The Road Warriors – No Disqualification Match
Storyline: The Road Warriors, still seething after losing their NWA World Tag Team Championships to the Rock 'n' Roll Express earlier in the year, demand a No Disqualification match to settle the score. The Rock 'n' Roll Express accept, determined to prove that they can beat the Road Warriors under any circumstances. Outcome: The match is chaotic, with the Road Warriors using their power to dominate much of the action. However, Ricky Morton and Robert Gibson use their speed and resilience to stay in the fight. In the end, the Road Warriors set up for the Doomsday Device, but Morton ducks, and Gibson rolls up Hawk for the surprise pin. The Rock 'n' Roll Express retain their titles, escaping with a hard-fought victory.
NWA Television Championship Match
Nikita Koloff (c) vs. Barry Windham
Storyline: Nikita Koloff has been a dominant NWA Television Champion, using his brute strength and Soviet pride to crush challengers. Barry Windham, one of the most technically gifted wrestlers in the NWA, steps up to challenge Koloff, determined to bring the TV title back to American soil. Outcome: In a physical, hard-hitting match, Koloff tries to end things with his Russian Sickle, but Windham counters with a dropkick, stunning Koloff. Windham follows up with his signature lariat to score the pinfall, winning the NWA Television Championship.
Grudge Match: Steel Cage Match
"Boogie Woogie Man" Jimmy Valiant vs. "The Ragin’ Bull" Manny Fernandez
Storyline: After months of brutal attacks and betrayals, the feud between Jimmy Valiant and Manny Fernandez reaches its climax inside a steel cage. Fernandez, once an ally of Valiant, turned on him to join Paul Jones’ Army, leaving Valiant bloodied and vowing revenge. Outcome: The match is a bloody, violent affair, with both men using the steel cage to their advantage. Valiant finally gets his revenge, hitting Fernandez with a series of punches before slamming him face-first into the cage. Valiant escapes the cage to win the match, putting an end to their heated rivalry.
Special Attraction Match: Six-Man Tag Team Match
The Midnight Express (Bobby Eaton, Dennis Condrey) & Jim Cornette vs. The Fantastics (Tommy Rogers & Bobby Fulton) & "Boogie Woogie Man" Jimmy Valiant
Storyline: The Midnight Express, managed by the arrogant Jim Cornette, have been tormenting the Fantastics for months, constantly using Cornette’s interference to steal victories. The Fantastics team up with Jimmy Valiant for a six-man tag match, with the stipulation that if Cornette’s team loses, Cornette will have to spend five minutes alone in the ring with Valiant. Outcome: After a thrilling, action-packed match, Valiant pins Cornette with a roll-up, earning the win for his team. As per the stipulation, Valiant gets five minutes alone with Cornette, who tries to flee but is dragged back to the ring and pummeled by the "Boogie Woogie Man," much to the crowd’s delight. However, Manny Fernandez cuts the festivities short as he attacks Valiant, allowing Cornette to escape. The locker room empties to separate both men and to get them back to their locker room while the crew sets up the steel cage that will contain them in a few minutes.
NWA Mid-Atlantic Heavyweight Championship Match Sgt. Slaughter (c) vs. Ron Garvin
Storyline: Sgt. Slaughter has been reigning as the Mid-Atlantic Heavyweight Champion, using his military training and brutal tactics to maintain his hold on the title. Ron Garvin, known for his toughness and his devastating right hand, challenges Slaughter, vowing to knock him out and take the title. Outcome: Garvin and Slaughter engage in a hard-hitting contest, with both men landing heavy blows. In the end, Garvin delivers his signature knockout punch, "The Hands of Stone," to Slaughter, winning the Mid-Atlantic Heavyweight Championship.
Battle for Supremacy: Hair vs. Hair Match
Paul Jones vs. "The American Dream" Dusty Rhodes
Storyline: Paul Jones has been taunting Dusty Rhodes for months, claiming that he’s past his prime and challenging him to a Hair vs. Hair match, where the loser must be shaved bald. Dusty, always willing to defend his pride, accepts the challenge, even if he must wrestle Tully Blanchard for the US title in a First Blood Match later in the night, putting his famous blonde locks on the line. Outcome: After a heated brawl, Dusty hits the Bionic Elbow on Jones, scoring the pinfall. As the crowd cheers, Dusty shaves Jones’ head, humiliating him in the center of the ring.
Opening Match: 20-Man Over-the-Top Battle Royal
Participants: Jake "The Snake" Roberts, Dick Murdoch, The Barbarian, Black Bart, Sam Houston, Baron Von Raschke, and others.
Outcome: Jake "The Snake" Roberts eliminates The Barbarian last to win the battle royal, earning a future shot at the NWA Television Championship.
Post-Event Highlights:
Magnum T.A. Celebrates: After his victory over Flair, Magnum T.A. is joined in the ring by fellow faces, including Dusty Rhodes, as he celebrates his first NWA World Heavyweight Championship. Flair, watching from backstage, vows revenge.
The Road Warriors’ Challenge: After losing to the Rock 'n' Roll Express, the Road Warriors are seen backstage issuing a challenge for another rematch, promising to destroy the champions once and for all.
Jake Roberts Rising: With his Battle Royal victory, Jake "The Snake" Roberts positions himself as the next big contender, with his sights set on the NWA Television Championship and greater things.
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Post by siredger on Oct 12, 2024 20:08:38 GMT 1
Starrcade 1987: Collision CourseVenue: Greensboro Coliseum, Greensboro, North Carolina Date: November 26, 1987 Attendance: 19,000 (sold out)
Main Event: NWA World Heavyweight Championship Match Magnum T.A. (c) vs. Ric Flair – Two-out-of-Three Falls Match
Storyline: After their Iron Man match at Starrcade 1986, Ric Flair has been determined to reclaim his throne as NWA World Heavyweight Champion. Throughout 1987, Flair has gotten into Magnum T.A.’s head, using the Four Horsemen to attack and sabotage him at every turn. Magnum, now fully established as the NWA’s top star, has agreed to Flair’s challenge for a Two-out-of-Three Falls match to settle their rivalry once and for all. Outcome: Flair wins the first fall by making Magnum submit to the Figure-Four Leglock after focusing on his leg throughout the match. Magnum fights back, scoring the second fall with a Belly-to-Belly Suplex. The final fall sees intense back-and-forth action, with Flair nearly stealing a victory by using the ropes for leverage. However, Magnum reverses a Figure-Four attempt into a small package, scoring the decisive pinfall to retain the NWA World Heavyweight Championship. Flair throws a tantrum as Magnum celebrates, solidifying his place as the top man in the NWA.
NWA United States Heavyweight Championship Match
Dusty Rhodes vs. Lex Luger (c) – Texas Bullrope Match
Storyline: Lex Luger, the powerful "Total Package," won the United States Championship earlier in the year, aligning himself with the Four Horsemen. Dusty Rhodes, enraged by Luger’s betrayal and the Horsemen’s antics, challenges him to a Texas Bullrope match to make things personal. Luger, confident in his strength, accepts, vowing to end Dusty’s career. Outcome: In a brutal, hard-hitting match, both men are bloodied as they use the bullrope to punish each other. Dusty manages to drag Luger around the ring, touching three corners, but Luger yanks him back before he can touch the fourth. In the end, Dusty hits Luger with the cowbell and touches the fourth corner to win the match and reclaim the United States Championship. The crowd erupts as Dusty stands tall, his hand raised in victory.
NWA World Tag Team Championship Match
The Midnight Express (Bobby Eaton & Stan Lane) (c) vs. The Road Warriors (Hawk & Animal) – No Holds Barred Match
Storyline: The Midnight Express, with the devious Jim Cornette by their side, have been dodging the Road Warriors all year, using underhanded tactics to retain the NWA World Tag Team titles. The Road Warriors, enraged by Cornette’s constant interference, demand a No Holds Barred match to settle things once and for all. Outcome: In a wild, chaotic brawl, the Road Warriors dominate the early portion of the match with their brute strength. Cornette tries to interfere, but Hawk and Animal take him out with a double clothesline. After surviving a series of double-team maneuvers, the Road Warriors hit the Doomsday Device on Bobby Eaton to win the match and the NWA World Tag Team Championships. The fans go wild as the Road Warriors celebrate with the belts, while Cornette throws a fit at ringside.
NWA Television Championship Match
Nikita Koloff (c) vs. Arn Anderson
Storyline: Arn Anderson, the enforcer of the Four Horsemen, has been targeting Nikita Koloff’s NWA Television Championship for months, claiming that the Russian Nightmare can’t survive the Horsemen’s wrath. Koloff, now a fan favorite, accepts Arn’s challenge, vowing to shut him up once and for all. Outcome: The match is a technical showcase, with Arn working over Koloff’s arm to neutralize his Russian Sickle. Koloff fights back with his power, eventually hitting the Russian Sickle out of nowhere to score the pinfall and retain the Television Championship. After the match, Anderson tries to attack Koloff, but Nikita fends him off, standing tall as the champion.
Special Attraction Match: Hair vs. Career Match
Jimmy Garvin (w/ Precious) vs. Paul Jones
Storyline: The rivalry between Jimmy Garvin and Paul Jones has been boiling for months, with Garvin mocking Jones at every opportunity. Jones, sick of Garvin’s arrogance, challenges him to a Hair vs. Career match, where the loser either loses their hair or must retire. Garvin, never one to back down from a challenge, accepts. Outcome: After a heated brawl, Garvin nails Jones with a DDT to win the match. As per the stipulation, Jones is forced to retire, and Garvin celebrates with Precious while Jones is escorted out of the arena in disgrace, his career over.
Grudge Match: Russian Chain Match
"Dr. Death" Steve Williams vs. Ivan Koloff
Storyline: The veteran Ivan Koloff has taken issue with "Dr. Death" Steve Williams’ rise in the NWA, leading to multiple brawls and brutal encounters. To settle the score, they agree to a Russian Chain match, where both men are chained together and must touch all four corners to win. Outcome: The match is a bloody, violent affair, with both men using the chain to choke and whip each other. In the end, Williams powers through, dragging Koloff to all four corners to win the match. Williams celebrates his victory, while Koloff is left battered and humiliated.
NWA Six-Man Tag Team Championship Match
The Fabulous Freebirds (Michael Hayes, Terry Gordy, & Buddy Roberts) vs. The Rock 'n' Roll Express (Ricky Morton, Robert Gibson) & Barry Windham
Storyline: The Fabulous Freebirds, known for their brash attitudes and dirty tactics, have been taunting the Rock 'n' Roll Express and Barry Windham for months, claiming that no trio can defeat them. Morton, Gibson, and Windham form an alliance to take down the Freebirds and challenge them for the Six-Man Tag Team Championship. Outcome: The match is fast-paced and action-packed, with all six men getting in their signature moves. In the end, Windham hits a lariat on Buddy Roberts, followed by Morton’s crossbody, to secure the pinfall. The Rock 'n' Roll Express and Windham celebrate as the new Six-Man Tag Team Champions, while the Freebirds vow revenge.
Opening Match: 20-Man Over-the-Top Battle Royal
Participants: Ron Garvin, Dick Murdoch, The Barbarian, Manny Fernandez, Black Bart, Sam Houston, Baron Von Raschke, and others. Outcome: Ron Garvin eliminates Black Bart last to win the battle royal, earning a future shot at the NWA Television Championship.
Post-Event Highlights:
Ric Flair’s Fallout: After failing to reclaim the NWA World Heavyweight Championship, Flair is seen backstage berating the Four Horsemen, blaming them for his loss. Tension brews among the group as Flair’s frustration grows.
Dusty Rhodes’ Triumph: After defeating Lex Luger in the Texas Bullrope match, Dusty Rhodes celebrates with the fans, promising that the Horsemen’s days of dominance are numbered. Road Warriors’ Dominance: The Road Warriors, now NWA World Tag Team Champions, declare that no team in the world can match their power, setting the stage for their continued reign of terror in the tag team division. |
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Post by sonny912 on Oct 12, 2024 21:05:22 GMT 1
If they kick flair out by next ppv, tully is the obvious choice to succeed him as leader. Lex is still too new and arn's still good for his role as enforcer but tully actually has the most experience out of them. Of course who should take the 4th empty spot would be interesting I'd like to nominate hot stuff eddie gilbert to the role sense by this year jcp had to have bought out uwf.
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Post by siredger on Oct 12, 2024 21:45:48 GMT 1
I got a few ideas in mind. My 2nd draft for this show was a bit different as I had a possible War Games Match with the Horsemen vs Magnum, Dusty, Nikita & Windham as the SuperPowers but it didn't necessarily feel right to have War Games outside of the Bash tours at the time (I'll start including Great American Bash for 1988) and I thought it'd be fun to include a little something involving the Fabulous Freebirds in there. So I sacrificed a few matches (Rock N Roll Express vs Fantastics and Wahoo vs Garvin for the National Heavyweight title) and War Games.
I'll also include Clash of the Champions in this write-up as well until the last one in 1997, although I'm considering having Clash still going since I plan on go beyond 2001 when WWF purchased WCW. I will likely go ahead with Eric Bischoff, via Fusient, buy WCW from AOL Time Warner.
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Post by siredger on Oct 13, 2024 18:12:40 GMT 1
 The Bunkhouse Stampede 1988: Last Man Standing Venue: Nassau Coliseum, Uniondale, New York Date: January 24, 1988 Attendance: 16,000 (sold out)
Main Event: Bunkhouse Stampede Finals Participants: Dusty Rhodes, Ric Flair, Lex Luger, Arn Anderson, Tully Blanchard, The Road Warriors (Hawk & Animal), Nikita Koloff, "Dr. Death" Steve Williams, Barry Windham, Ron Garvin, The Barbarian, Ivan Koloff
Match Type: Steel Cage Bunkhouse Battle Royal – The only way to win is to throw your opponents over the top rope until only one man is left standing. Storyline: The Bunkhouse Stampede has been raging through the NWA, with wrestlers competing in brutal brawls across the country to qualify for the finals. Dusty Rhodes, a veteran of the Stampede, has won two years in a row and looks to make history by winning his third. The Four Horsemen, however, are determined to ensure that doesn't happen. Ric Flair, alongside his Horsemen allies Arn Anderson, Tully Blanchard, and the rising star Lex Luger, plans to use the numbers game to ensure his victory. Outcome: As the match reaches its climax, the cage is filled with bodies as alliances and betrayals unfold. The Road Warriors dominate early, tossing out Ivan Koloff and The Barbarian, but are soon overwhelmed by the combined efforts of the Horsemen. Dusty Rhodes, fighting valiantly, eliminates Arn Anderson and Tully Blanchard in a shocking moment. Flair and Luger double-team Rhodes, but he manages to turn the tables, eliminating Luger. In the end, it’s down to Ric Flair and Dusty Rhodes. After a wild exchange of punches, Rhodes grabs Flair and throws him over the top of the cage, winning his third consecutive Bunkhouse Stampede and making history once again.
NWA World Heavyweight Championship Match
Magnum T.A. (c) vs. "Dr. Death" Steve Williams
Storyline: Magnum T.A. has been riding high since retaining his NWA World Heavyweight Championship at Starrcade 1987, but a new challenger has emerged in "Dr. Death" Steve Williams. Williams, known for his power and toughness, has torn through the competition in the months leading up to the Stampede, earning his shot at the title. Magnum, still recovering from his brutal Two-out-of-Three Falls match against Ric Flair, is walking into the lion’s den, as many believe Williams could overpower the champion. Outcome: The match is a physical war, with both men showing incredible resilience. Williams uses his power to control much of the match, hitting Magnum with suplexes and power moves, but Magnum refuses to stay down. In the end, Magnum reverses a Doctor Bomb attempt into a Belly-to-Belly Suplex, scoring the hard-fought pinfall to retain the NWA World Heavyweight Championship. Williams, frustrated, attacks Magnum after the match, leaving him laying as the crowd boos.
NWA United States Heavyweight Championship Match
Barry Windham (c) vs. Lex Luger
Storyline: Barry Windham, after aligning with Dusty Rhodes, captured the NWA United States Championship and has been defending it against all comers. Lex Luger, who has recently broken away from the Four Horsemen, is now seeking his first singles title. This match is a clash of two of the most promising young stars in the NWA, with Luger determined to prove that he’s better off without the Horsemen, and Windham looking to solidify his status as a dominant champion. Outcome: The match is a showcase of athleticism and power, with Luger using his raw strength to dominate early, but Windham’s experience allows him to mount a comeback. As Luger sets up for the Torture Rack, Windham slips out and catches him with a lariat to score the pinfall, retaining the United States Championship. After the match, Luger offers a handshake, showing respect for Windham, but vows that this isn’t the last time they’ll face off.
NWA World Tag Team Championship Match
The Midnight Express (Bobby Eaton & Stan Lane) (c) vs. The Rock 'n' Roll Express (Ricky Morton & Robert Gibson)
Storyline: The classic rivalry between The Midnight Express and The Rock 'n' Roll Express reignites as the Midnight Express, now managed by Jim Cornette, have reclaimed the NWA World Tag Team Championships. The Rock 'n' Roll Express, beloved by the fans, are determined to regain the titles and end Cornette’s bragging once and for all. With Cornette constantly interfering in matches, Ricky Morton and Robert Gibson have to be on high alert. Outcome: The match is a fast-paced, technical masterpiece, with both teams showing why they are among the best in the world. Jim Cornette tries to interfere late in the match, but Morton and Gibson manage to fight him off. Just as it seems The Rock 'n' Roll Express are about to win, Stan Lane catches Morton with a superkick, and Eaton follows up with the Alabama Jam to retain the titles. Cornette celebrates as The Midnight Express leave victorious.
Grudge Match: Steel Cage Match
Nikita Koloff vs. Arn Anderson
Storyline: Nikita Koloff and Arn Anderson’s feud has reached a boiling point. After Koloff defeated Anderson for the NWA Television Championship in 1987, Anderson has been on a mission to make Koloff’s life miserable, using sneak attacks and Horsemen interference to soften him up. Koloff has had enough and demanded a Steel Cage match to ensure there will be no interference. Outcome: In a violent and brutal match, both men are bloodied as they use the steel cage to punish each other. Anderson works over Koloff’s arm, trying to set him up for a DDT, but Koloff powers out and delivers a Russian Sickle, sending Anderson crashing into the cage. Koloff hits another Sickle to score the pinfall and gain revenge on Anderson, standing tall as the victor.
NWA Television Championship Match
Tully Blanchard (c) vs. Ron Garvin
Storyline: Tully Blanchard, always the cocky and manipulative champion, has held the NWA Television Championship since December, with the help of the Horsemen. Ron Garvin, "The Hands of Stone," has been chasing Blanchard, but every time he gets close, Blanchard finds a way to cheat his way out of the match. This time, Garvin has vowed to knock Blanchard out and take the title. Outcome: The match is a hard-hitting affair, with Garvin laying into Blanchard with stiff punches. Blanchard tries to outsmart Garvin, but Garvin catches him with the knockout punch. Just as Garvin is about to win, J.J. Dillon distracts the referee, allowing Blanchard to hit Garvin with a foreign object and steal the pinfall, retaining the Television Championship. Garvin is left furious as the Horsemen celebrate Blanchard’s victory.
Tag Team Bunkhouse Brawl
The Road Warriors (Hawk & Animal) vs. The Powers of Pain (The Barbarian & The Warlord)
Storyline: The Road Warriors have been the dominant force in tag team wrestling, but they’ve recently been challenged by the massive Powers of Pain, who have vowed to prove they are the strongest team in the NWA. A Bunkhouse Brawl was set up to settle the score, with no disqualifications and no count-outs. Outcome: The match is an all-out war, with both teams using weapons and brawling all over the arena. The Powers of Pain manage to gain the upper hand, but The Road Warriors fight back with sheer intensity. In the end, Hawk and Animal hit a double Doomsday Device on The Barbarian to win the match, cementing their status as the most dominant tag team in wrestling.
Opening Match: 15-Man Battle Royal
Participants: Sam Houston, The Barbarian, Black Bart, Manny Fernandez, The Fantastics (Tommy Rogers & Bobby Fulton), Brad Armstrong, and others. Outcome: Sam Houston wins the battle royal by last eliminating Black Bart, earning a shot at the NWA Television Championship down the line.
Post-Event Highlights:
Dusty Rhodes’ Triumph: Dusty Rhodes celebrates his third Bunkhouse Stampede victory, declaring that he’ll continue to fight against the Four Horsemen and anyone else who tries to take him down.
Magnum T.A. in Danger: After the post-match attack by Steve Williams, Magnum T.A. is left in serious condition, casting doubt over his future as NWA World Champion.
The Road Warriors’ Dominance: With a victory in the Tag Team Bunkhouse Brawl, The Road Warriors issue a challenge to The Midnight Express, setting up a future collision for the NWA World Tag Team titles.
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Post by siredger on Oct 13, 2024 18:46:11 GMT 1
Clash of the Champions 1: Rise of Champions
Venue: Greensboro Coliseum, Greensboro, North Carolina Date: March 27, 1988 Attendance: 15,000 (sold out) TV Rating: 5.2 (live on TBS)
Main Event: NWA World Heavyweight Championship Match Magnum T.A. (c) vs. Lex Luger
Storyline: Since losing his United States Championship and breaking away from the Four Horsemen, Lex Luger has set his sights on bigger things—the NWA World Heavyweight Championship. Magnum T.A. has been the fighting champion, still recovering from his grueling battles with Ric Flair and "Dr. Death" Steve Williams. Luger has been calling himself "The Total Package" and says it’s time for a new era in the NWA. Magnum, however, is determined to prove that he’s still the face of the company. Outcome: The match is a power vs. technique showdown. Luger dominates early with his strength, overpowering Magnum with slams and suplexes. Magnum fights back with his signature resilience, weathering Luger’s attacks. After a dramatic back-and-forth, Luger attempts to lock in the Torture Rack, but Magnum slips out and nails Luger with the Belly-to-Belly Suplex for the victory, retaining the NWA World Heavyweight Championship. Luger storms out in frustration as Magnum celebrates with the fans.
NWA World Tag Team Championship Match
The Midnight Express (Bobby Eaton & Stan Lane) (c) w/ Jim Cornette vs. The Road Warriors (Hawk & Animal)
Storyline: After their heated feud leading up to the Bunkhouse Stampede, The Road Warriors have demanded another shot at the NWA World Tag Team Championships. The Midnight Express, led by the conniving Jim Cornette, have been dodging The Road Warriors at every turn, using Cornette’s interference to their advantage. However, this time, Cornette is locked in a cage above the ring to prevent interference. Outcome: The match is an intense brawl, with The Road Warriors using their brute strength to dominate the early going. The Midnight Express, showing their technical prowess, manage to isolate Animal and work on his leg. After a hot tag to Hawk, The Road Warriors regain control. As Hawk and Animal set up for the Doomsday Device, Eaton breaks free and tries to stop them, but Hawk hits him with a clothesline, and they hit the Doomsday Device to win the match and the NWA World Tag Team Championships. Cornette screams from the cage as the crowd erupts for the new champions.
Special Challenge Match
Dusty Rhodes vs. Arn Anderson
Storyline: Dusty Rhodes has had a long-running feud with the Four Horsemen, and Arn Anderson, the enforcer of the group, has made it his mission to take Dusty down once and for all. After Dusty won the Bunkhouse Stampede, Anderson attacked him, setting up this special challenge match to settle the score. Outcome: In a hard-hitting, personal match, Anderson targets Dusty’s arm throughout the bout, trying to set him up for a DDT. Dusty, however, fights back with his signature brawling style, hitting Anderson with elbows and punches. As Anderson goes for the DDT, Dusty reverses it into a Bionic Elbow, followed by a second Bionic Elbow for the pinfall victory. After the match, Dusty celebrates with the fans as Anderson rolls out of the ring in frustration.
NWA United States Heavyweight Championship Match
Barry Windham (c) vs. "Dr. Death" Steve Williams
Storyline: Barry Windham, the newly crowned United States Champion, has been one of the fastest rising stars in the NWA. However, "Dr. Death" Steve Williams, coming off a loss to Magnum T.A. at the Bunkhouse Stampede, is determined to take Windham’s title and prove he’s still a force to be reckoned with. The match promises to be a battle of power and athleticism. Outcome: The match is a physical contest, with both men exchanging powerful blows and high-impact moves. Williams uses his brute strength to throw Windham around the ring, but Windham fights back with his speed and agility. After surviving a Doctor Bomb attempt, Windham hits a flying lariat and follows up with a superplex to score the pinfall and retain the United States Championship. Williams is furious after the match, but Windham stands tall with his title.
Grudge Match: Six-Man Tag Team Match
The Rock 'n' Roll Express (Ricky Morton & Robert Gibson) & Nikita Koloff vs. The Four Horsemen (Tully Blanchard, Arn Anderson, & J.J. Dillon)
Storyline: The Rock 'n' Roll Express and Nikita Koloff have had their issues with the Four Horsemen for months, especially after constant interference in matches. J.J. Dillon has even stepped into the ring to join his Horsemen allies, promising that the group will end the Rock 'n' Roll Express and Koloff’s careers once and for all. Outcome: The match is filled with fast-paced action and underhanded tactics from the Horsemen. Dillon spends most of the match on the outside, allowing Blanchard and Anderson to wear down Morton. After a hot tag, Koloff comes in and cleans house, hitting a Russian Sickle on Blanchard. The finish comes when Gibson and Morton hit a double dropkick on Dillon, allowing Koloff to pin him for the win. The crowd erupts as The Rock 'n' Roll Express and Koloff stand victorious.
NWA Television Championship Match
Nikita Koloff (c) vs. Kevin Sullivan
Storyline: After defeating Tully Blanchard to regain his NWA Television Championship, Nikita Koloff has found himself the target of Kevin Sullivan and his stable of misfits. Sullivan has promised to bring chaos to the NWA and take the Television Championship away from Koloff. Koloff, known for his toughness, has accepted Sullivan’s challenge, vowing to crush the "Prince of Darkness." Outcome: Sullivan uses dirty tactics and mind games to try to outsmart Koloff, but Koloff’s power is too much to overcome. After surviving a series of distractions from Sullivan’s allies, Koloff delivers a devastating Russian Sickle to pin Sullivan and retain the Television Championship. Koloff celebrates his victory, showing that he won’t be intimidated by Sullivan’s mind games.
Opening Match: 10-Man Tag Team Elimination Match
The Fantastics (Tommy Rogers & Bobby Fulton), Sam Houston, Brad Armstrong, & Tim Horner vs. The Varsity Club (Mike Rotunda, Rick Steiner), The Powers of Pain (The Barbarian & The Warlord) & Paul Jones
Storyline: This 10-man tag team elimination match is a battle between the underdog fan-favorites and the monstrous Varsity Club and Powers of Pain. The Fantastics, along with Sam Houston, Brad Armstrong, and Tim Horner, have joined forces to take on the brutal and powerful faction. Outcome: The match sees fast-paced action, with eliminations happening throughout. The Fantastics are able to eliminate Rick Steiner and Mike Rotunda, but the Powers of Pain’s size and strength prove too much for Houston and Horner, leaving Bobby Fulton as the last man standing against The Barbarian and The Warlord. In the end, Fulton fights valiantly but falls to The Barbarian’s big boot, giving the win to the Varsity Club and Powers of Pain.
Post-Event Highlights:
Lex Luger’s Frustration: After his loss to Magnum T.A., Lex Luger is shown backstage, angrily destroying furniture and vowing to come back stronger than ever.
The Road Warriors’ Victory Lap: The Road Warriors are interviewed after their win, declaring that no team in the world can stand up to their dominance as the NWA World Tag Team Champions.
Dusty Rhodes’ Challenge: Dusty Rhodes cuts a fiery promo, calling out the Four Horsemen and saying that his war with them is far from over.
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Post by siredger on Oct 13, 2024 20:47:42 GMT 1
Clash of the Champions II: Battle for SupremacyVenue: Miami Beach Convention Center, Miami Beach, Florida Date: June 8, 1988 Attendance: 10,500 (sold out) TV Rating: 5.4 (live on TBS)
Main Event: NWA World Heavyweight Championship - Steel Cage Match Magnum T.A. (c) vs. Ric Flair
Storyline: After defeating Lex Luger at the first Clash, Magnum T.A. has been riding high as NWA World Champion. However, Ric Flair, furious over not being in the spotlight, has been lobbying for another shot at the title. Flair, claiming Magnum isn’t a true champion until he beats the best, has promised to take back what’s "rightfully his." NWA President Jim Crockett announces that this title match will be inside a steel cage to ensure a clear winner. Outcome: In a brutal, blood-soaked encounter, Magnum T.A. and Ric Flair battle in an intense match filled with near falls and high drama. Flair, using his usual underhanded tactics, tries to cheat his way to victory, but the cage prevents any outside interference. Magnum, fighting through the pain of Flair’s figure-four leglock, breaks free and delivers a Belly-to-Belly Suplex off the cage wall to pin Flair and retain the title. Magnum collapses from exhaustion but celebrates as the fans erupt, and Flair, battered and bloody, is escorted out of the ring.
NWA United States Heavyweight Championship Match
Barry Windham (c) vs. Lex Luger
Storyline: Lex Luger, still fuming after his loss to Magnum T.A., has redirected his focus toward the United States Championship. Barry Windham, the champion and former ally of Luger, has been defending his title with pride. However, the tension between these two former friends has been building for weeks, with Luger feeling betrayed by Windham’s rise to stardom. Luger has promised to destroy Windham and reclaim his position at the top. Outcome: Windham and Luger have a hard-fought, physical contest. Luger’s power advantage gives him the upper hand early, but Windham’s experience allows him to survive several near pinfalls. In the final moments, Luger goes for the Torture Rack, but Windham counters into a surprise roll-up to retain his title. Luger, enraged, attacks Windham after the match, laying him out with a steel chair and vowing that this isn’t over.
NWA World Tag Team Championship Match
The Road Warriors (c) vs. The Varsity Club (Mike Rotunda & Rick Steiner)
Storyline: The Road Warriors have been the most dominant tag team in the NWA, but The Varsity Club, led by Kevin Sullivan, has set their sights on the tag team titles. Mike Rotunda and Rick Steiner, under Sullivan’s guidance, have been attacking the champions at every opportunity. The Road Warriors have promised to put an end to the Varsity Club’s terror and remain the kings of the tag team division. Outcome: This match is a powerhouse brawl, with both teams showing off their incredible strength. The Varsity Club uses underhanded tactics, with Sullivan distracting the referee, allowing Rotunda and Steiner to double-team Hawk. However, The Road Warriors fight back, and after a hot tag, Animal and Hawk hit the Doomsday Device on Steiner to retain their championships. Kevin Sullivan is furious as The Road Warriors stand tall.
Grudge Match: Texas Bullrope Match
Dusty Rhodes vs. Arn Anderson
Storyline: Dusty Rhodes and Arn Anderson’s long-standing feud has reached a boiling point. After Anderson’s interference cost Rhodes a match against Tully Blanchard, Dusty demanded this Texas Bullrope Match to settle the score once and for all. Anderson, the enforcer of the Four Horsemen, has vowed to end Dusty’s career in this brutal match. Outcome: The match is a violent, old-school fight, with both men using the bullrope to their advantage. Anderson works over Dusty’s arm to try and set up for his DDT, but Dusty, bleeding from the forehead, battles back with the fans firmly behind him. After a series of near finishes, Dusty wraps the rope around Anderson’s neck and hits him with the Bionic Elbow, dragging him to all four corners for the victory. Dusty celebrates with the crowd, but the rivalry with the Horsemen is far from over.
NWA Television Championship Match
Nikita Koloff (c) vs. Tully Blanchard w/ J.J. Dillon
Storyline: After successfully defending his TV Championship against Kevin Sullivan, Nikita Koloff has found himself in the crosshairs of Tully Blanchard, another member of the Four Horsemen. Blanchard, backed by J.J. Dillon, has promised to outsmart and outwrestle Koloff, taking the TV title for the Horsemen. Koloff, known for his no-nonsense attitude, is determined to crush Blanchard and retain his title. Outcome: The match is a technical versus power affair, with Blanchard using his speed and cunning to outmaneuver Koloff. J.J. Dillon attempts to interfere, but Koloff manages to fight off both Dillon and Blanchard. After a back-and-forth contest, Koloff hits the Russian Sickle on Blanchard to retain his TV Championship. Dillon throws a fit at ringside as Koloff celebrates his hard-fought win.
Special Attraction Match
The Rock 'n' Roll Express (Ricky Morton & Robert Gibson) vs. The Powers of Pain (The Barbarian & The Warlord) w/ Paul Jones
Storyline: The Rock 'n' Roll Express, the perennial fan-favorites, have been facing the monstrous Powers of Pain, who have been decimating the tag team division. Paul Jones has declared that his team will crush the Rock 'n' Roll Express and take their spot as the number one contenders for the tag team titles. Morton and Gibson, always the underdogs, are determined to prove they can beat the bigger, stronger team. Outcome: The size and power difference is evident from the start, with The Barbarian and Warlord tossing Morton and Gibson around. However, The Rock 'n' Roll Express uses their speed and teamwork to outwit their larger opponents. In the final moments, Ricky Morton rolls up The Barbarian with a surprise pinfall, scoring a huge upset win. Paul Jones is livid, while the crowd goes wild for the victory.
Opening Match: Six-Man Tag Team Match
The Fantastics (Tommy Rogers & Bobby Fulton) & Sam Houston vs. The Sheepherders (Butch Miller & Luke Williams) & Rip Morgan
Storyline: The Fantastics and Sam Houston have been battling the chaotic Sheepherders and Rip Morgan in a series of wild brawls. This six-man tag team match was made to settle the score and prove who the dominant team is. The Fantastics and Houston are fan-favorites, while the Sheepherders and Morgan have been causing havoc all over the NWA. Outcome: The match is an all-out brawl, with both teams exchanging wild offense. The Fantastics’ high-flying style contrasts with the brutal brawling of the Sheepherders. In the end, Sam Houston hits Rip Morgan with a running bulldog, while The Fantastics take out The Sheepherders on the outside, scoring the win for their team.
Post-Event Highlights:
Magnum T.A.’s Defiance: Magnum T.A. cuts a passionate post-match promo, declaring that no one—not even Ric Flair—can take away his World Heavyweight Championship.
Luger’s Wrath: Lex Luger, after attacking Barry Windham post-match, is shown backstage destroying equipment, screaming that he’s going to break Windham and take his title.
The Road Warriors’ Challenge: After successfully defending their tag titles, The Road Warriors are interviewed and call out any team brave enough to challenge them, warning that they’ll dominate anyone who steps in their path.
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