In this WWF Wrestling Challenge 9/6/86 review, it’s the debut edition of the show with Cowboy Bob Orton explaining his split with Roddy Piper, Jake Roberts and Randy Savage forming an alliance, and much more. Let’s jump in. Show: WWF Wrestling Challenge Date: September 6, 1986 RINGSIDE: Gorilla Monsoon welcomes us to the debut episode, with Ernie … Read more
Ric Flair and Ricky Steamboat’s first two matches were five-star classics. Will we get a third in the WrestleWar 1989 review? Hint: You probably already know the answer to that. Let’s jump into Blake’s WrestleWar 1989 review. Date: May 7, 1989 Location: Municipal Auditorium in Nashville, TN IN THE RING: The Oak Ridge Boys sing the national … Read more
In this WWF Raw 1/20/97 review, Gorilla Monsoon addresses the controversial finish to the Royal Rumble match, Stone Cold Steve Austin squares off with The Undertaker in the main event, and much more. Let’s jump in! Show: Monday Night Raw Date: January 20, 1997 Location: Lamar University in Beaumont, TX Raw Rating: 2.2 Nitro Rating: … Read more
In this WWF Survivor Series 1987 review, Hulk Hogan’s team faces off with Rick Rude’s team in the inaugural edition of the Thanksgiving tradition. Let’s jump in. Show: Survivor Series 1987 Date: November 26, 1987 Location: Richfield Township, OH We immediately get a shot of a guy that looks like Harvey Whippleman in the crowd. This show … Read more
In this Saturday Night’s Main Event 4/28/90 review, The Ultimate Warrior era has begun in the WWF, and his first title defense comes against a henchman of a familiar foe. Plus, Hulk Hogan makes history against Mr. Perfect. And if you’re a Perfect fan, it’s not the good kind of history. Let’s jump in. Date: … Read more
After the marathon review that was WrestleMania V, next up is the Clash of the Champions VI review. After Ricky Steamboat captured the NWA World Heavyweight Title at Chi-Town Rumble, it’s time to move to the next installment of Clash of the Champions, which happened to air at the exact same time as WrestleMania V. Let’s jump … Read more
In this Mid-South Wrestling 2/6/82 review, Skandor Akbar has a master plan, Paul Orndorff squares off with Mr. Olympia, and much more. Let’s jump in. Show: Mid-South Wrestling Date: February 6, 1982 RINGSIDE: Boyd Pierce and Bill Watts hype the big matches for this episode. Bob Orton Jr. vs. Ken Woodby Pretty sure this is our first … Read more
In this WWF Superstars 2/19/94 review, Bret Hart and Owen Hart continue exchanging words, Lex Luger has a guarantee for Yokozuna, and much more. Let’s jump in. Show: WWF Superstars Date: February 19, 1994 VIDEO: Owen Hart hypes his upcoming match with Marty Jannetty, then taunts Bret Hart ahead of their WrestleMania X match. Owen Hart vs. … Read more
In this WWE RAW 7/22/24 review, there is plenty of chaos, drama, and pivotal storyline developments on the road to SummerSlam. Referees and officials were tirelessly breaking up skirmishes, which contributed to an atmosphere of unpredictability and excitement in Green Bay. Dominik Mysterio’s Big Decision One of the night’s most significant moments involved “Dirty Dom” … Read more
As you’ll notice from the Clash of the Champions V review, a whole lot has changed since Starrcade 1988 in December, with the biggest being Dusty Rhodes gone from WCW. Would that change the direction of the company going forward? Let’s jump right in with Blake’s Clash of the Champions V review. Date: February 15, 1989 Location: … Read more
