The WrestleMania V review features a show that was memorable for a lot of reasons. One of those reasons immediately came to my attention when starting up the show on the WWE Network. Three hours and 40 minutes. That’s how long the show is. But the good news is that this was in the days where there … Read more
In this WWF Summerslam 1990 review, The Ultimate Warrior defends the WWF title against Rick Rude, Hulk Hogan seeks revenge on Earthquake, and much more. Let’s jump in! Show: Summerslam 1990 Date: August 27, 1990 Location: The Spectrum in Philadelphia, PA ON THE STAGE: Vince McMahon and Roddy Piper hype the matches, and boy does the crowd love … Read more
The Great American Bash 1989 review features a hell of a show, as it has been universally loved by wrestling fans throughout history. And given some of the matchups on the card, it’s easy to understand why this one could deliver in a big way. Let’s jump into Blake’s Great American Bash 1989 review. Date: July 23, … Read more
The Great American Bash 1988 review features the summer spectacular for Jim Crockett Promotions. We’ve got a highly-anticipated main event in Ric Flair vs. Lex Luger and several undercard matches that seem to have to potential. But will JCP get in its own way? Let’s jump right into Blake’s Great American Bash 1988 review. Date: July 10, … Read more
We witnessed a rather disappointing summer spectacular from Jim Crockett Promotions, and the Summerslam 1988 review features yet another opportunity for Vince McMahon to deliver a body blow to his competition. This is a show I’ve actually watched in the past few years, but for some reason don’t remember much about the thing. It’s time to feel the … Read more
In this WrestleMania I review, the most recognizable show in wrestling gets its official start as Hulk Hogan teams with Mr. T in the main event, Cyndi Lauper has fun, and much more. Let’s jump in! Show: WWF WrestleMania I Date: March 31, 1985 Location: Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York VIDEO: The opening intro … Read more
After an interesting WrestleMania, we’re onto the Summerslam 1989 review. Of course, as most will remember, the build to the biggest match on this show was based around the No Holds Barred movie that featured Hulk Hogan. Let’s dive into Blake’s Summerslam 1989 review. Date: August 28, 1989 Location: The Meadlowlands in East Rutherford, NJ The Hart Foundation vs. … Read more
In this WWF Royal Rumble 1998 review, Shawn Michaels and The Undertaker square off for the WWF title, Stone Cold Steve Austin enters the Rumble match with a target on his back, and much more. Let’s jump in! Show: WWF Royal Rumble 1998 Date: January 18, 1998 Location: SAP Center in San Jose, CA The … Read more
In this WWF Royal Rumble 1997 review, Sycho Sid defends the WWF title against Shawn Michaels, controversy surrounds the finish of the Rumble match, and much more. Let’s jump in! Show: WWF Royal Rumble 1997 Date: January 19, 1997 Location: The Alamodome in San Antonio, TX VIDEO: Highlights of the feud between Sycho Sid and … Read more
In this WCW Great American Bash 1996 review, The Giant defends the WCW title against Lex Luger, Eric Bischoff confronts Scott Hall and Kevin Nash, and much more. Let’s jump in. Show: WCW Great American Bash 1996 Date: June 16, 1996 Location: Baltimore Arena in Baltimore, MD *Blake’s Match Rating Guide: I’m using a new … Read more