Blake’s WrestleWar 1989 Review: Flair vs. Steamboat III

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

Blake’s WWF Monday Night Raw 1/20/97 Review: Controversy & Chaos

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

Blake’s Survivor Series 1987 Review: Thanksgiving Tradition

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

Blake’s Saturday Night’s Main Event 4/28/90 Review

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

Blake’s Mid-South Wrestling 2/6/82 Review: Akbar’s Master Plan

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

Blake’s WWF Superstars 2/19/94 Review: Better Than You

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

Blake’s WWF Raw 1/13/97 Review: Sid’s Philosophy

In this WWF Raw 1/13/97 review, it’s the go-home show for the 1997 Royal Rumble, as the tension builds towards Sid vs. Shawn Michaels and the Rumble match. Let’s jump in! Show: Monday Night Raw Date: January 13, 1997 Location: Knickerbocker Arena in Albany, NY Raw Rating: 2.3 Nitro Rating: 3.4 VIDEO: Vince McMahon narrates … Read more

Blake’s The Main Event III Review: Hulk Hogan vs. Randy Savage

It’s crazy how well the WWF built up primetime specials during this era, and The Main Event III review proves just that. But there was a significant replacement to the main event, and many wondered if it would make a huge difference. Let’s jump in. Date: February 23, 1990 Location: Joe Louis Arena in Detroit, … Read more